Thank You # 1 Auto Repair Service

HAPPY HOUR / SPORTS BAR / OUTDOOR DINING

Pumphouse/Red Zone

540 Main St., Longmont, 303-702-0881

Check out a large and diverse menu available at both the Pumphouse Brewery and Red Zone sports bar, people can select from the restaurant’s famous fish and chips, Southwestern specialties, unique salads, traditional pub fare and other favorites. The brewery offers up to 10 handcrafted brews. The Red Zone gives people the perfect opportunity for sports viewing, in addition to pool tables, foosball, late night hours and an indoor/outdoor patio bar.

Runners up for Happy Hour:

Second: Mike O’Shays, 512 Main St., Longmont, 303-772-0252

Third: Sugarbeet, 101 Pratt St., Longmont, 303-651-3330

Runners up for Sports Bar:

Second: Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar, 2303 Clover Basin Drive, Longmont, 303-485-9464

Third: Old Chicago, 1805 Industrial Circle, Longmont, 303-651-7000

Runners up for Outdoor Dining:

Second: Martini’s Bistro, 543 Terry St., Longmont, 303-651-2772

Third: Tortuga’s, 218 Coffman St., Longmont, 303-772-6954

Local Theater Group

Longmont Theatre Co.

513 Main St., Longmont, 303-772-5200

When the new Longmont United Hospital was going up in 1957, the auxiliary wanted some new, fun methods of raising money to help furnish the rooms and service areas. Since some of the people had experience putting on plays, the idea was born to create Longmont Theatre Co. The theater has obtained what few small-town theatres can –longevity. Because of its quality acts and a loyal fan base, Longmont Theatre’s audience continues to expand. With more than 50 years under its wings, Longmont Theatre Co. will continue to bring longtime favorites, as well as newer productions to the stage.

Second: Jesters Dinner Theatre, 224 Main St., Longmont, 303-682-9980

Third: California Actors Theatre, 101 Pratt St. Suite A, Longmont, 303-772-1842

Place To Shoot Pool

A Bit of Billiards

700 Ken Pratt Blvd. Suite 105, Longmont, 303-776-3952

A Bit of Billiards was established in 1982. It is Longmont’s billiards paradise, accommodating the American Pool Association, as well as the Billiards Congress of America. The sports bar features disc jockey entertainment, karaoke, poker six days a week and now live music on the first and third Fridays of each month. The Bit also has great food, and breakfast is served on weekends.

Second: Pumphouse/Red Zone, 540 Main St., Longmont, 303-702-0881

Third: Eagle Grill, 1600 Hover St. Suite E, Longmont, 303-772-2555

Family Outing

Ice Skating at Roosevelt Park

849 Coffman St., Longmont

The Ice Rink is owned and operated by the City of Longmont Recreation Services. Located at Roosevelt Park, the Longmont Ice Pavilion is a seasonal ice rink, offering public ice skating, hockey, skating lessons and party facilities throughout the winter.

Second: Crackpots, 501 Main St., Longmont, 303-776-2211

Third: Estes Park, www.estes-park.com

Friendliest Real Estate

Agent

Rose Chamberlain

Prudential Rocky Mountain Realtors, 275 S. Main St. Suite 100, Longmont, 303-772-2222

A member of the Longmont Association of Realtors, Rose Chamberlain has a dedication to her community. Along with being an agent who markets and sells residential home listings, she is involved in multiple other community programs including the visitor’s business association and is presidentelect of the St. Vrain Rotary Club. Chamberlain has been a real estate agent for three years.

Second: Diane Stow, Re/Max Traditions Inc., 2204 18th Ave., Longmont, 303-827-7046

Third: Heather Brandt, Re/Max Alliance, 900 S. Main St., Longmont, 303-489-0755

Friendliest Auto Dealer

Frontier Honda

710 S. Main St., Longmont, 303-772-2900

Serving the Longmont area with new and used vehicles since 1987, Frontier Honda prides itself on reliable pre-owned vehicles and fast, friendly service in both the sales and service department. With a staff of trained professionals, many who've been in the business since the beginning, Frontier Honda specializes in finding and servicing the perfect car for your needs.

Second: Valley Nissan Subaru, 1005 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont, 303-443-5009

Third: Hajek Chevrolet, 1415 Vista View Drive, Longmont, 303-776-5530

Park

Roosevelt Park

700 Longs Peak Ave., Longmont

Covering three city blocks, Roosevelt Park offers a host of amenities including a playground, picnic areas, many shelters for rent, senior center, activity and wading pool and recreation center. An ice skating, a half-mile race track, racing barns, rose garden, art pieces, the St. Vrain Memorial Building and a multi-use pavilion with stage adds to the appeal and events hosted there.

Second: Thompson Park, Fourth and Bross streets, Longmont

Third: Sandstone Ranch, 2225 and 3001 Colo. Highway 119, Longmont

Local Event

Rhythm on the River

July 10 and 11, Roger’s Grove, 220 Hover St., Longmont, 303-651-8404

As Northern Colorado’s signature festival, Rhythm on the River offers great music, activities, food, a duck race and fishing contests. This year’s event starts with a comedy and concert Friday evening, with Saturday beginning with the 5K Roger’s River Run, Prairie Breakfast and a hot air balloon launch.

Second: ArtLink, May 15, 6 to 9 p.m., Intuitive Office, 357 Main St., 303-678-8417, www.artlinklongmont.org

Third: Festival on Main, Aug. 28, 6 to 9:30 p.m., Main Street from Third Avenue to Longs Peak Avenue, 303-651-8484 ext. 2, www.FestivalOnMain.com

PLACE TO JOG / WALK / RIDE BIKES / HIKE / TAKE A PET

Golden Ponds

2651 Third Ave., Longmont

Golden Ponds offers 94 acres of beautiful terrain including four ponds. Bring your dog out, jog or bike down the 2.6 miles of trails or simply relax and enjoy the view from numerous picnic areas.

Runners up for Jog / Walk / Ride Bikes / Hike:

Second: MacIntosh Lake, 2229 Breakwater, Longmont

Third: St. Vrain Greenway, Third Avenue west of Hover to 119th Street along the St. Vrain creek, Longmont, www.ci.longmont.co.us /parks/park_list/greenwaylist.htm

Runners up for Place to Take a Pet:

Second: Dog Park II, Airport and St. Vrain roads, Longmont

Third: Dog Park I, 21st Avenue and Francis Street, Longmont

1900 Longs Peak Ave., Longmont, 303-776-5823

Second: Longmont Recreation Center, 310

Third: Centennial Pool, 1201 Alpine St., Longmont, 303-651-8406

AC / HEATING SERVICE

Welzig Mechanical

1831 Boston Ave. Suite D, Longmont, 303-678-7728

For the past 14 years, family-owned Welzig Heating and Air has prided itself on providing the best heating and air service to Longmont. Their primary focus is on customer service and satisfaction. The trained technicians install solar-assisted residential heating and cooling systems, air conditioning systems, heat pumps, furnaces, boilers, water heaters, indoor air quality systems and central vacuum systems. Welzig takes pride in its expertly trained, courteous staff who have the experience to get the client’s repair, maintenance or equipment installation done right the first time.

Second: Climate Masters Service Co., 9700 Nelson Road, Longmont, 303-776-8556

Third: Wright Heating & Air Conditioning, 1101 Colorado Ave. Suite B, Longmont, 303-651-0467

Appliance Store

Lynn Cunningham Appliance

3991 S. Valley Drive, Longmont, 303-651-3799

Lynn Cunningham Appliance has provided appliance service to the Longmont area since 1987, and opened the retail end of their business in 1992. The store specializes in new appliance sales, parts and service for all major kitchen and laundry appliances. Because the company sticks with customers from the sale of an appliance to any future maintenance, Lynn Cunningham can stand behind its products. It offers an informative, no-pressure sales environment to customers, and tries to meet every customer’s needs. The staff prides themselves on being honest, efficient and reliable.

Second: Sears, 1250 S. Hover St., Longmont, 303-774-3000

Third: Columbine Appliance, 1108 Francis St., Longmont, 303-776-2215

ASSISTED LIVING Life Care Center

2451 Pratt St., Longmont, 303-776-5000

Life Care Center of Longmont has been serving the Longmont community for more than 20 years, providing a full spectrum of services including post-hospital rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long term care, memory care and outpatient rehabilitation. This industry-leading facility offers the most advanced short term rehabilitation options. With more than 30 licensed therapists offering therapy seven days a week, recovery from surgery or an illness allows patients to transition back to home and a more independent lifestyle.

Second: The Bridge Assisted Living, 2444 Pratt St., Longmont, 303-774-8255

Third: Peaks Care Center, 1440 Coffman St., Longmont, 303-776-2814

Antique Store

Front Range Mercantile

1201 S. Sunset St., Longmont, 303-776-6605

With unique furniture and decorating items, Front Range Mercantile Indoor Flea Market has catered to Colorado homeowners’needs for more than 16 years. Add a personal touch to a room with collectibles and antiques or make individualized furniture from raw lumber at the shop.

Second: Serendipity, 635 Third Ave., Longmont, 303-776-8511

Third: Tables to Teacups Indoor Flea Market, 1420 Nelson Road, 303-485-7270

Art Gallery

The Muse Gallery

356 Main St., Longmont, 303-678-7869

The Muse Gallery is a program of the Longmont Council for the Arts, whose vision is to represent local artists in a variety of mediums and styles. The Muse is a coop-gallery whose membership is made up of local artists. All art in the gallery is chosen by a jury. The gallery includes the Westend, which is a special expedition area and dedicated space for nonmember regional, national or international artists; solo and group theme shows.

Second: French Quarter Photography, 424 Kimbark St., Longmont, 720-270-9052

Third: The Great Frame Up, 430 Main St., Longmont, 303-772-7293

Auto Repair

Meining Automotive (TIE)

1001 Second Ave., Longmont, 303-772-5919

Meining Automotive has been helping Longmont with their car repair and service needs for 21 years. Meining does more than the basic customer service by building relationships with customers who continue to tell family and friends. Known for their honesty and some of the best training in town, the staff at Meining is ASE certified with two mechanics holding their master certification.

DeMers Automotive (TIE)

1533 N. Main St., Longmont, 303-776-3666

DeMers Automotive is independently-owned and has been in business since 1993. Their ASE certified technicians repair and service all