Phantom Ink Fest
EVENT HOURS:
Friday 12pm-10pm
Saturday 12pm-10pm
Sunday 12pm-8pm
Phantom Ink Fest is a tattoo festival put on by tattoo artists in the industry that is catered to the clients, artists, and entertainment seekers attending the event. We want nothing less than a killer experience for each artist and attendee! There will freaky fun sideshow, top notch tattoo artists, tattoo competitions, piercings, vendors, and a whole of fun!
Grab your tickets today at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/phantom-ink-fest-tattoo-convention-tickets-1129757778929?aff=oddtdtcreator
Or follow the link on our website phantominkfest.com
We’ve got spots left for artists and sponsors as well just go to our website to fill out applications at phantominkfest.com
Swim Spas and Spas Exposition
This event is free and open to the public.
Immerse yourself in luxury at this Hot Tub & Spa Exposition! Explore the latest in cutting-edge hot tub technology, compare models from top brands, and find the perfect oasis for your backyard at unbeatable prices. See the soothing power of hydrotherapy firsthand, get expert advice from our knowledgeable staff, and discover exclusive show deals you won't find anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned hot tub enthusiast or just starting your search, our expo is the ultimate one-stop shop to transform your relaxation routine - don't miss out!
Crafters & Makers Fair
Join us at the Grand Junction Convention Center for
The Crafters & Makers Fair
November 26th from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Presented by: Quilters Inspiration
Hope West Holiday Show & Luncheon
SOLD OUT EVENT!
Saturday, November 19 & Sunday, November 20, 2022
Two Rivers Convention Center
10:30 a.m. – 2:00 P.M.
10:30: Sparkling Mimosas, Blind Bid Silent Auction, Purchase Centerpieces
11:45 Welcome
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Showtime
Questions? Contact Katie, (970) 683-4914.
Hope West Holiday Show & Luncheon
SOLD OUT EVENT!
Saturday, November 19 & Sunday, November 20, 2022
Two Rivers Convention Center
10:30 a.m. – 2:00 P.M.
10:30: Sparkling Mimosas, Blind Bid Silent Auction, Purchase Centerpieces
11:45 Welcome
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Showtime
Questions? Contact Katie, (970) 683-4914.
CGFOA Annual Conference
The CGFOA 2022 Annual Conference will be held at the Grand Junction Convention Center in Grand Junction from November 15-18, 2022. Join your peers for education, networking, and fun! There are a variety tracks to choose from, knowledgeable instructors and a lot to see and learn in the vendor exhibit hall.
Registration opens on September 1, 2022
Members receive early bird pricing if you buy your tickets by October 14th
Volunteers, board and committee members, moderators and speakers all receive a discount by using the code: THANKS22
First time attendees can receive a discount by using the code: FIRST22
If you are not a CGFOA member, save by joining first and then take advantage of member ticket pricing! Member ticket pricing includes automatic discounts for early bird registration. Check out CGFOA membership opportunities and information here.
Keynote Speaker
We are excited to announce our Keynote Speaker, Jinahie, and her talk, "Conquering the Inner Critic".
Jinahie (“my wings” in Arabic) is an Egyptian-American performance artist and psychotherapist. She has shared the stage with multiple Grammy-award winning artists, and has been a keynote speaker for over 300 universities, the United Nations, Fortune 500 companies, and Michelle Obama. Now in the 9th year of her national tour, Jinahie travels the country as a performer, public speaker, and workshop facilitator. With her unique background as both an artist and therapist, she has captivated countless audiences with a combination of masterful storytelling and therapeutic expertise. Prepare to laugh, be charmed, and likely shed a few tears — Jinahie is a storyteller for the soul.
Conference Registration Grants
In order to better serve our members and make education opportunities accessible, the CGFOA Scholarship Committee provides Conference Grants of up to 5 full and 10 partial conference registration slots for CGFOA members. Applications are now open.
Conference grants are limited to current members of CGFOA. Awardees are selected by the Scholarship Committee.
The Fine Print
Registration is for an individual and cannot be shared with different people attending different days. A 75% refund is offered to any cancellations made by October 31, 2022. No refunds will be processed after November 1, 2022.
Western CO Native American Market Days
Friday, November 11th: Noon to 6 PM
Saturday, November 12th: 9 AM - 8 PM
Sunday, November 13th: 9 AM - 8 PM
Adult admission is $5, kids are free.
Traditionally, markets were a meeting place where friendships were formed, weddings happened and an exchange of music, song, and dance occurred. Markets were a celebration of life and community.
Come join us and celebrate!
Girl Scouts of Colorado " Women of Distinction"
Girl Scouts of Colorado honors top women leaders in our community as Girl Scout Women of Distinction. These women have reached remarkable levels of achievement as business, community, and civic leaders.
For information and sponsorships contact martha.johnson@gscolorado.org.
Chamber of GJ - Annual Health Summit
Stay up-to-date on the latest in the workplace regarding overall employee health and how it will impact your business at this important annual event! Hear from guest speakers, attend seminars, and visit with local health experts and insiders at featured vendor booths.
Online registration open until 10/18/2022
2022 Annual Health Summit - Member $65
2022 Annual Health Summit - Future Member $75
Chamber of GJ - Business After Hours
The Chamber invites you to join us for a special night of networking at the Grand Junction Convention Center Business After Hours! Enjoy great conversation with business peers while enjoying light food and drinks.
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Grand Junction Convention Center
Registration for Grand Junction Area Chamber Members is
$10 (IF PAID BY 12 NOON (10/24/22)
$12 at the door.
Annual Pass Holders, for your name tag, Call 970-242-3214 or email info@gjchamber.org with your pass information. Annual Pass Holders must RSVP to have nametag pre-printed.
ALL RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE BY 12 NOON (10/24/22)
*This is a MEMBERS ONLY event*
This event is intended for Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce members and their guests 21 years of age and older.
*All events require pre-registration and pre-payment. Registration fees are non-refundable four business days prior to event unless otherwise specified. Substitutions may be made at any time. If special assistance is needed, you must notify the Chamber four days prior to the event. Photographs will be taken at all Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce events.*
Colorado Association of School Executives - 2022 FALL WESTERN SLOPE SUPERINTENDENTS CONFERENCE
Registration for this event is by invitation only. Please contact the CASE office at (303) 762-8762 for more information.
Senior Life Expo
Join us at the Senior Life Expo to be educated, informed, and entertained with booths and seminars celebrating western Colorado's 50 and better residents.
Learn in-depth during seminars presented by local businesses, discover more about health, living, and more at our booths or sit and enjoy live local entertainment during this exciting and informative event.
Have a rootin' tootin' hollerin' good time and come dressed to impress for fun and to celebrate our theme: the Wild Wild West.
Senior Life Expo | gjsentinel.com
Seminars:
9:30 a.m.
Presented by: Valley View Heart & Vascular Center
"Atrial Fibrillation: Risk Factor Modification & Treatment Strategies"
Speaker: Frank Laws, MD, FACC, Electrophysiologist & Interventional Cardiologist
9:30 a.m.
Presented by: Mesa Benefits
"How to Make Medicare EZ as Pie"
Speaker: Stephanie Garcia-Hagan
10:00 a.m.
Presented by: DA Davidson Wealth Management
"Wills & Trusts: How to Develop an Effective Estate Plan"
Speaker: Isaiah Quigley, Attorney at Law, Coleman & Quigley LLC
10:30 p.m.
Presented by: Insurance Planning Alternatives
"Everything You Need to Know About Supplementing Your Medicare Coverage but Didn't Know You Needed to Ask"
Speakers: Joanna Jensen & Greg Coffman
11:00 a.m.
Presented by: D.A Davidson Wealth Management
"Preserving Retirement Income in Uncertain Markets"
Speaker: James Baccarini, Regional Vice President, Beacon Capital Management, Inc.
11:30 a.m.
Presented by: Rider & Quesenberry, LLC - Attorneys at Law
"Looking at the Legal Aspect of Wills and Trusts"
Speaker: Lloyd D. Quesenberry, Esq.
11:30 a.m.
Presented by: Mesa Benefits
"Value Added Benefits in a Medicare Advantage Plan"
Speaker: Stephanie Garcia-Hagen
1:00 p.m.
Presented by: Valley View Heart & Vascular Center
"Atrial Fibrillation: Risk Factor Modification & Treatment Strategies"
Speaker: Frank Laws, MD, FACC, Electrophysiologist & Interventional Cardiologist
St. Mary's Hospital Foundation Ball
Proceeds benefit the newly established. Caring for the Caregiver Fund supporting the hard work and sacrifices our healthcare professionals make each and every day.
OSHA Day - Pinnacol Assurance
Join us for an OSHA 10-Hour training and receive your OSHA 10-Hour card for either construction or general industry.
OSHA 10-Hour for Construction (English):
This two-day course helps employers identify construction-related workplace hazards, covering various topics specific to the construction industry. Register to understand and apply OSHA Standard 1926 and how to identify and minimize construction-related workplace hazards. Participants will receive their OSHA 10-Hour card after attending this class.
Topics include:
Intro to OSHA
Excavation safety
Hand and power tools
Falls from elevations
Personal Protective Equipment
Stairs, ladders and scaffolds
Electrical safety
Health hazards
Cranes and material handling
OSHA 10-Hour for General Industry (English):
This two-day course helps employers identify workplace hazards found in general industry and covers various topics that address the most common workplace injury causes. Understand and apply OSHA Standard 1910, and learn how to identify and minimize general industry workplace hazards. Participants will receive their OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Card after attending this class.
Topics include:
Intro to OSHA
Walking and working surfaces, including fall protection
Exit routes, emergency action plans, fire prevention plans and fire protection
Electrical
Personal protective equipment
Hazard communication
Material handling
Bloodborne pathogens
Safety and health program
OSHA 10-Hour for Construction (Spanish):
This two-day course helps employers identify construction-related workplace hazards, covering various topics specific to the construction industry. Register to understand and apply OSHA Standard 1926 and how to identify and minimize construction-related workplace hazards. Participants will receive their OSHA 10-Hour card after attending this class. Topics include:
Intro to OSHA
Excavation safety
Hand and power tools
Falls from elevations
Personal Protective Equipment
Stairs, ladders and scaffolds
Electrical safety
Health hazards
Cranes and material handling
Additional details:
Cost is $120 per policyholder, $200 per non-policyholder
Day 1 is from 8 a.m. - 5 a.m.
Day 2 is from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Breakfast and lunch will be served on day 1 and only breakfast will be served on day 2.
You must also attend the training in its entirety in order to receive your OSHA 10-Hour card.
Cancellation policy:
All fees are due and must be paid upon registration.
If you notify the event planner of your cancellation, you’ll receive a refund for 50% of your registration and materials fee.
If you don’t notify the event planner, you forfeit the refund for 50% of your registration and materials fee.
Canceled registrations do not qualify for credit toward future training.
Quarterly Membership Luncheon
Candidate Forum - September Quarterly Luncheon
During the September Quarterly Membership Luncheon, hear from candidates in the 2022 Fall Election as they address questions surrounding business priorities that are impacting the Mesa County economy on a daily basis. From continued industry regulation, pressures on workforce due to housing and childcare shortages, and healthy conditions for expansion and retention, there is a lot to discuss when it comes to impactful topics as we work to identify pro-business candidates in the upcoming General Election.
The following local candidates have been invited to join the Grand Junction Chamber and its membership for the Luncheon on September 19th.
House District 55:
Damon Davis (confirmed)
House District 54:
Representative Matt Soper
(confirmed)
Senate District 7:
Representative Janice Rich
(confirmed)
David Stahlke (confirmed)
County Commissioner District 2:
Bobbie Daniel (confirmed)
Charles Pink (confirmed)
Governor:
Governor Jared Polis (invited) University of Colorado Regent Heidi Ganahl (invited)
3rd Congressional District:
Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (invited)
Adam Frisch (invited)
US Senate:
Joe O�Dea (invited)
Senator Michael Bennet (invited)
Local businesses that have expanded their operations by adding additional jobs and/or investing in capital improvements will also be recognized during this luncheon.
Monday, September 19th | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Grand Junction Convention Center
Mesa County Public Library Comic Con
Mesa County Libraries Comic Con will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 17th, 2022, at Grand Junction Convention Center. Admission is free with a Mesa County Libraries Library Card or $5 at the door. Kids 10 and under are free!
Mesa County Libraries Comic Con is a fun, free, family-friendly event that brings together fans and creators, old and young in celebrating the importance of stories and fandoms that connect us and enrich our lives. Comic Con includes an Expo Hall featuring local and regional artists, authors, cosplayers, crafters, and media creators. Panel presentations give attendees an opportunity to deep dive into topics of interest; fandom meetups provide opportunities to discuss favorite characters and meet others with similar passions; and everyone can take part in cosplay, photo ops, and cosplay contests.
Banda El Recodo Y Los Recoditos
General Admission Only
8:30pm to 1am
Banda El Recodo y Los Recoditos
Además Jary Franco
There is an overall 8 ticket limit for this event.