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Continued from 16 to sit down, relax and sip their favorite beverages. With big tables, free wireless Internet and comfortable chairs and couches, many customers have turned Ziggi’s into a cozy second office or simply a place to hang out for a few hours on lazy days. With drinks to suit every taste, from turtle lattes to fair trade organic drip coffees, Ziggi’s offers something for everyone.

Second: Starbucks, 815 E. 17th Ave., 720-494-9794; 2318 17th Ave., 303-651-5683; 1630 Pace St., 303-485-9500; 1050 Ken Pratt Blvd., 303-651-7952; 1632 Hover St., 303-776-0506; 1100 Ken Pratt Blvd., 303-774-9028; 1087 S. Hover St., 303-774-0143; 995 S. Hover St., 303-702-0099; 1749 Main St., 303-772-0475

Third: Buzz Coffee, 1139 Francis St., Longmont, 303-834-9154 will inspire them to treat others with that same love and respect.

Second: Scribbles Academy, 630 15th Ave. Unit 105, Longmont, 303-485-9313

Third: Sonshine Preschool & Daycare, 10345 Ute Highway, Longmont, 303-776-5897

Dentist

Dr. Thomas Drake

246 N. Main St., Longmont, 303-678-7800

Dr. Thomas Drake said a big part of receiving this great honor stems from his team of dental professionals at Smile Designers Family and Cosmetic Dentistry. The Smile Designers team provides a friendly atmosphere that keeps the community thinking highly about Drake and Smile Designers. Drake has been practicing general dentistry for 17 years and has treated more than 25,000 families.

Dacono Business

Santiago’s

500 Eighth St., Dacono, 303-833-5377

Santiago’s is a family-owned restaurant that has been serving Dacono for seven years. There are 20 locations of the family restaurant scattered across the Front Range. Known for its $2 breakfast burritos and green chile, which is a family recipe passed down and inspired by their grandma’s recipe.

Second: Daylight Donuts, 821 Carbondale Drive, Dacono, 303-833-2009

Third: Jerry D’s, 604 Eighth St., Dacono, 303-833-3469

Day Care

Sunset Academy

711 S. Sunset St., Longmont, 303-651-6600

Sunset Academy is open to children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Sunset Academy believes that every child should have a safe, nurturing environment full of opportunities to learn and explore. Children are encouraged to develop a sense of community and self-image. Sunset Academy knows that treating a child with love and respect

Second: Dr. Andrew Ranucci, 515 Main St. Unit B, Longmont, 303-684-9422

Third: Mertz Family Dentistry, 1950 Terry St., Longmont, 303-678-1111 checkouts and extended store hours. Customers can easily outfit themselves, their families and their homes with world class brands in one location. Kohl’s supports the community through the Kohl’s Cares for Kids philanthropic program which benefits children’s health and education nationwide.

Second: Dillard’s, 1250 S. Hover St., Longmont, 303-651-1600

Third: JCPenney, 955 S. Hover St., Longmont, 303-682-9716

Department Store

Kohl’s

1211 S. Hover St., Longmont, 720-494-0400

Kohl’s winning combination of brands, value and convenience has helped it grow into one of the most successful department stores in the United States. Every store offers Kohl’s charge cards, gift cards, bridal and baby registries, shopping carts that double as strollers, centralized

Dry Cleaners

Francis Street Cleaners

1152 Francis St., Longmont, 303-651-9070

Family owned and operated, Francis Street Cleaners specializes in dry cleaning leather, suede and fur, among other materials, and cleans with a hydrocarbon machine with non-toxic solvent. Alterations are also done in-house. Francis Street Cleaners also specializes in wedding dress preservation to protect your memories.

Second: Lamplighter Cleaners, 1678 N. Main St., Longmont, 303-776-7692; 2255 Main St., 303-772-5910

Third: Meadow View Cleaners, 2318 17th Ave., Longmont, 303-532-3434

Electronics Store

Best

Buy

210 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont, 303-485-5939

Best Buy is North America’s No. 1 specialty retailer of consumer electronics, personal computers, entertainment software and appliances. It strives to make life fun and easy for its customers, whether it’s through gaming devices, office supplies or simply educating customers about the latest in technology. The trained employees offer expertise in a number of areas, making the shopping experience fun and simple.

Second: Radio Shack, 1250 S. Hover St., Longmont, 303-772-1583; 1755 N. Main St., Longmont, 303-776-6006

Third: Ultimate Electronics, 1955 28th St., Boulder, 303-442-3600

EYE CARE / LASIK CLINIC Eagle Vision

2080 N. Main St., Longmont, 303-776-3000

Eagle Vision has built its reputation on providing its clients with consistently high quality eye care for the past 30 years. The doctors are trained and certified to co-manage LASIK and other surgical procedures, and most eye infections and emergencies can also be managed in the clinic. It specializes in vision therapy and learning problems for children, and infants can have a free vision screening up to 1 year of age.

Second: Third Avenue Eye Care, 800 Third Ave., Longmont, 303-651-3353

Third: Mees & Kaminski Eyecare, 2130 Mountain View Ave. Suite E, Longmont, 303-772-2755

King Soopers (TIE)

6110 Firestone Blvd., Firestone, 303-682-4160

Since 2004, King Soopers has been serving the Firestone community. They have a proud tradition of customer service and community involvement, because they live there, too. They’re committed to service, selection and value. Inside find an in-store deli chef, natural and organic selections, full-service meat and seafood departments and a store pharmacy.

Second: ChoCho’s, 11078 Cimmarron Drive, Firestone, 303-776-4277

Third: Grease Monkey, 6140 Firestone Blvd., Firestone, 303-678-1616

FLORIST Longmont Florist

650 20th Ave., Longmont, 303-776-4077; 614 Coffman St., Longmont, 303-776-2804

As a second generation, family owned flower shop, Longmont Florist has been serving the area for more than 38 years. With two locations to serve customers, Longmont Florist specializes in fresh flowers, plants, gift baskets, prompt delivery and friendly service, while also offering silk and dried flowers, stuffed animals, balloons and gift items. Longmont Florist can also transfer orders for delivery worldwide. A top 100 Teleflora florist, Longmont Florist can create any design to meet a customer’s needs.

Second: King Soopers, 1611 Pace St., Longmont, 303-776-7570; 2255 North Main St., Longmont, 303-772-7950; 995 S. Hover St., Longmont, 303-702-0099

Third: Painted Primrose, 2825 Wilderness Place 700, Boulder, 888-280-8849

Firestone Business

Jacks Corner Cafe (TIE)

6160 Firestone Blvd., Firestone, 303-678-7028

Jacks Corner Cafe –Home of the Best Burger in the Universe –recently celebrated its third year of business. Jacks prides itself on providing great customer service and excellent food in a warm, comfortable environment. The cafe specializes in handmade menu items, including hand-formed chuck burgers on signature jalapeno cheddar buns. Jacks also puts on regional wine dinners that are enjoyed by loyal customers.

Floor Covering Store

Bassett Carpets

1637 Main St., Longmont, 303-776-5711

For four years running, Bassett Carpets has won best floor covering store, making it a leader in the community for all floor covering services. Meeting customer needs and ensuring superior service has been Bassett’s top priority since 1961. The company specializes in hardwood, ceramic tile, natural stone, laminate/vinyl floors, countertops, area rugs, window coverings and carpeting. And with free estimates and design assistance, Bassett can help customers before the purchase, as well as after.

Second: Carpet Masters, 618 S. Sunset St., Longmont, 303-651-2407

Third: Carpet One Floors & More, 1401 Ken Pratt Blvd. Suite B, Longmont, 303-651-2011

Frederick Business

Hammer-Time Pizza

330 Fifth St., Frederick, 303-833-4940

Hammer-Time Pizza is more than a pizza shoppe. They offer barbecue ribs, calzones, homemade ice cream, gelato, sorbet, six varieties of hot wings, fresh fruit pies and they’re famous cinnamon bread and cheesy bread. The sauce and dough are made daily in the store from an old secret recipe. Great pride is taken to ensure the customers are getting the best pizza at the best price. Hammer-Time cares about their customers and treats them like family.

Second: (tie) Mugg & Pye, 141 Fifth St., Frederick, 303-833-2270

Second: (tie) Pete’s Place, 201 Fifth St., Frederick, 303-833-2818

Furniture Store

Woodley’s Fine Furniture

1400 S. Main St., Longmont, 303-651-1015

Woodley’s Fine Furniture was established in Longmont in 1979 as a family furniture manufacturing business, and has expanded to seven locations across the Front Range. Now a full service manufacturing and retail furniture store, Woodley’s offers customers a variety of choices from wood to finishes and can customize furniture based on customer needs.

Second: American Furniture Warehouse, 10550 Jake Jabs Blvd., Firestone, 303-684-2400

Third: Danish Furniture, 1448 Nelson Road, Longmont, 303-678-1447

Gift Shop

Encore Home Styles

439 Main St., Longmont, 303-485-7446

Encore Home Styles specializes in unique home furnishings, home décor and gifts for all occasions. Many of the items you will find at Encore are eco-friendly as well as stylish, and the range of styles they offer guarantees something for everyone. Encore also offers a bridal registry, wedding essentials and custom invitations for all occasions. In addition to the retail shop, Encore offers home staging services for those listing their homes for sale, and redesign services to help their customers make the most of what they have.

Second: Adorn, 668 Fourth Ave., Longmont, 303-651-6933

Third: House Gifts & Decor, 2017 100 Year Party Court, Longmont, 303-485-1811

Health Club

Longmont Recreational Center

310 Quail Road, Longmont, 303-774-4800

Longmont Recreational Center offers a wide range of activities. Try out the weight room with free weights and machines, the cardio equipment and fitness room or play basketball in the three court gymnasium. A climbing wall and six-lane lap pool with diving board provide some adventure or simply relax in the steam room, dry sauna and whirlpool spa. Classes are also available for fitness and swimming.

Second: Ed & Ruth Lehman YMCA, 950 Lashley St., Longmont, 303-776-0370

Third: Fitness 19, 1834 Main St., Longmont, 303-651-1919

GARDEN CENTER / NURSERY

The Flower Bin

1805 Nelson Road, Longmont, 303-772-3454

The Flower Bin has been in business for 38 years and offers some of the healthiest, most beautiful flowers in town. Open year-round, The Flower Bin features gardening and lawn care classes by its master gardeners.

Second: Tree Farm Nursery and Garden Center, 11868 Mineral Road, Longmont, 303-652-2961

Third: Blue Ribbon Farm, 10147 Hover St., Longmont, 303-774-7717

Hair Salon

Studio Boom

1225 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont, 303-774-9880

Studio Boom offers all the latest hair, nail and skin care services in an upscale, trendy salon. The full-service salon’s certified hair stylists, colorists and nail technicians have provided friendly, fashion-wise service since 2003. Studio Boom now offers full skin care services to keep you looking beautiful and fresh. It’s a salon that cares about you to make sure you look and feel good.

Second: Ciaobella Hair Studio, 1700 Kylie Drive Suite 152, Longmont, 303-532-2010

Third: Inspire Salon Spa & Store, 512 Main St. Suite B, Longmont, 303-776-7311

HEALTH SPA / MASSAGE THERAPIST Sunflower Spa

1700 Kylie Drive Suite 150, Longmont, 303-485-1390

Sunflower Spa offers outstanding skin, body and nail therapies in an environment of unmatched ease, warmth and professionalism. They offer an enticing array of spa treatments, from classic spa therapies to some of the latest innovations for skin, body and nails. A team of talented, creative and dedicated professionals are committed to each customer’s happiness.

Runners up for Health Spa:

Second: Mystic Garden Spa & Salon, 600 S. Airport Road, Longmont, 303-774-2541

Third: Curves, 1106 Frances St., Longmont, 303-774-0776

Runners up for Massage Therapist:

Second: (tie) Wilbert Talmadge, By appointment only, call 720-290-9970

Second: (tie) Larimore Chiropractic & Massage, 1225 Ken Pratt Blvd., Suite 222, Longmont, 303-772-3100