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Hearing Clinic
Longmont Hearing Center
1146 Francis St., Longmont, 303-651-1178
Longmont Hearing
Center is celebrating its 17th year with a commitment to providing the latest technology, comprehensive service, and unmatched followup care. Owner Dr. D’Anne Rudden was the first audiologist in Longmont to become board certified and she serves on the executive board of the Colorado Academy of Audiology.
Second: Hearing Healthcare Centers, 1515 Main St. Suite 15 Longmont, 303-776-8748
Third: Hearing Rehab Center, 2350 17th Ave. Suite 102, Longmont, 303-485-9720
INSURANCE COMPANY State Farm
Multiple locations, visit www.statefarm.com
State Farm has served the insurance needs of people throughout the United States and Canada since 1922. With more than 68,000 employees and 17,000 agents, the team at State Farm services 75 million policies. State Farm’s mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams.
Second: Allstate, multiple locations, visit www.allstate.com
Third: First Main Street Insurance, 401 Main St., Longmont, 303-776-5122
HOME IMPROVEMENT CENTER / LOCALLY OWNED STORE Budget Home Center
780 Boston Ave., Longmont, 303-678-8800
A small-town feel combines with an expansive inventory at Budget Home Center, which seeks to provide one-stop shopping to area residents looking to improve a home. The store offers countertops, lawn care equipment, cabinets, decking, tools, light fixtures, a drive-through lumber yard and thousands of other home improvement products.
Runners up for Home Improvement Store:
Second: The Home Depot, 393 S. Hover St., Longmont, 720-494-0319
Third: Lowe’s, 355 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont, 303-684-5900
Runners up for Locally Owned Store:
Second: ACE Hardware, 1727 N. Main St., Longmont, 303-776-5173
Third: Chamberlain Coins, 381 Main St., Longmont, 303-774-9661
Investment Company
Edward Jones
Multiple locations, visit www.edwardjones.com
Edward Jones provides financial service for more than 7 million individual investors in the United States, Canada and United Kingdom. More than 10,000 financial advisors work directly with clients to understand their goals from college savings to retirement, and create long-term strategies for their investments, emphasizing a well-balanced portfolio and buy-and-hold strategy. Edward Jones embraces the importance of building long-term, face-to-face relationships with clients, helping them to understand and make sense of investments available today.
Second: Country Insurance & Financial, 1515 Main St. Suite E, Longmont, 303-485-8035; 636 Coffman St. Suite 202, Longmont, 303-485-5935
Third: Wachovia Bank, 401 Coffman St., Longmont, 303-776-1362; 1645 Pace St., Longmont, 303-651-6214
Jeweler
Snyder Jewelers
2201 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont, 303-776-2992
Snyder Jewelers has been one of the leading jewelry stores in northern Colorado since 1948. Owned by a third generation of the Snyder family, the jewelry store employs master jewelers and gemologists known for their high quality workmanship and excellence. Snyder Jewelers has been the No. 1 Readers’Choice in the Jeweler category for four years running.
Second: Ron R Fine Jewelry, 425 Main St., Longmont, 303-651-1125
Third: Larkspur, 2130 Mountain View Ave. Suite 204, Longmont, 303-684-8181
Liquor Store
Fox Creek Liquor
1610 Pace St., Longmont, 720-494-0771
Fox Creek Liquor is known for its friendly, knowledgeable and helpful staff that will go the extra mile to serve its customers. With more than 2,000 hand picked wines from around the world, there is something to please every palette. Fox Creek Liquor offers great prices and selections on a variety of beer (including microbrews) and spirits to please almost everyone’s tastes. Serving the community since 2000, customers also like to visit Fox Creek Liquor to see Rufus, the owners Great Dane, who is everyone’s friend.
Second: Twin Peaks Liquor, 999 S. Hover St., Longmont, 303-684-9165
Third: PJ’s Wine & Spirits, 665 Frontage Road Suite 130, Longmont, 303-485-8600
Martial Arts Studio
Trans Martial Arts
117 S. Sunset St., Suite D, Longmont, 303-776-1887
Tran’s kickboxing is an award winning and internationally recognized program that is maintained to the highest standard of martial arts excellence. Tran’s is authorities in the art of Thai Kickboxing and Muay Thai, and experts in positive, progressive instruction.
Programs at Tran’s allow people to develop holistically, improving their bodies, minds and spirits. Trans offers age appropriate classes for people from 4 to 64 years old.
Second: Longmont Wing Chun Academy, 1150 Francis St., Longmont, 303-485-7338
Third: United Studios of Self Defense, 425 Main St., Longmont, 720-652-9859
Landscape Company
Ward’s Landscaping
9165 Nelson Road, Longmont, 303-776-7991
Family owned since 1993, Ward’s Landscaping provides a multitude of services. Whether you’re looking to spruce up your lawn with flowers or sod, or add completely new features such as a patio or outdoor kitchen, Ward’s Landscaping is dedicated to providing services and insuring complete satisfaction.
Second: Colorado Materials, 1821 Boston Ave., Longmont, 303-682-2314
Third: Rock Solid Landscapes, 3686 Stagecoach Road Suite A, Longmont, 303-772-4736
LYONS BUSINESS / PLACE FOR LIVE MUSIC
Oskar Blues
303 Main St., Lyons, 303-823-6685
Since 1997, Oskar Blues Brewery & Pub has been serving world-class craft beer, great food and live music in Lyons. America’s first microcanning craft brewer, Oskar Blues’pioneering Dale’s Pale Ale was named Top U.S. Pale Ale by the New York Times. Rolling Stone calls Oskar Blues “the hottest place to be on a Saturday night in Colorado,”and the pub’s southern-style cuisine, hospitality and beer attract diners from across Colorado.
Second: Andrea’s Homestead Cafe, 216 E. Main St., Lyons, 303-823-5000
Third: Shelley’s Cottages, 16188 N. Saint Vrain Drive, Lyons, 303-823-6326
Mead Business
Brick House BBQ
237 Fourth, Mead, 970-535-9040
Glen and Jenni Rademacher made their debut as owners of the Brick House BBQ in September 2008, and have been serving some of the best barbecue in Colorado. Brick House BBQ is a full service restaurant and bar making this a perfect dining destination for families. They also offer catering.
Second: (tie) Mead Cafe, 237 Fourth, Mead, 970-535-9040
Second: (tie) Scotter Hinge, 333 Fourth, Mead, 303-665-2925
Third: Colorado East Bank & Trust, 141 Main St., Mead, 970-535-6200
Mortgage Company
Dominion Mortgage (TIE)
2101 Ken Pratt Blvd. Suite 101, Longmont, 303-776-3663
Dominion Mortgage has been part of the Boulder County community since 1993. Specializing in FHA and Conventional First mortgages and Reverse
Mortgages for senior citizens. They pride themselves on building relationships with their clients, getting to know their needs and matching them with the best lender to fit their particular situation. All loan officers are experienced professionals who have lived in the community for more or most of their adult lives.
Elevations Credit Union (TIE)
St. Vrain Centre, 1079 S. Hover St., Suite 100, Longmont, 303-443-4672; 2101 N. Main St., Longmont, 303-443-4672
Elevations Credit Union has nine branches in Boulder and Broomfield counties. Elevations Credit Union has a long-standing history of playing it safe and playing it smart, protecting the assets of the members and maintaining a safe, sound and solvent lending option for members. As a result, Elevations set an all-time high record for mortgage loan activity in 2008.
Second: WR Starkey Mortgage, 636 Coffman St. Suite 102, Longmont, 303-651-0493
Third: Wells Fargo Mortgage, 1250 S. Hover St., Longmont, 303-772-8000; 635 Coffman St., Longmont, 303-776-0037
Musical Instrument Store
Miller Music
464 Main St., Longmont, 303-772-8500
For 35 years, Miller Music has served the Longmont and surrounding area by providing the highest quality musical instruments, music, accessories, lessons and more. Miller Music prides itself in providing excellent service. Earning this award is a daily task employees take seriously. Miller Music has teachers that can teach jazz, soloing and improvisation on most instruments.
Second: Guitars Etc., 460 Main St., Longmont, 303-776-8388
Third: Tone Works, 616 Coffman St., Longmont, 303-651-6688
Rockin’Robins Retro & Resale (TIE)
124 E. Second Ave., Niwot, 303-652-4144
Rockin’Robin’s Retro & Resale is an award winning consignment clothing store with contemporary and vintage clothing for men and women. There is a free jukebox filled with classic rock and a lighted dance floor so you can bop while you shop. You can also host dress-up parties with your best girlfriends after hours.
New Business
Sun Rose Cafe
379 Main St., Longmont, 303-651-3533
Second: Treppeda’s Gourmet Marketing, 300 Second Ave., Niwot, 303-652-1606
Third: Niwot Market, 7980 Niwot Road, Longmont, 303-652-0919
Motorcycle Dealer
High Country Harley Davidson
3761 Monarch St., Frederick, 303-833-6777
High Country is more than just a HarleyDavidson/Buell dealer. It’s the best place in Colorado to enjoy your riding lifestyle and you will feel the passion they share. They offer the best selection of new and used motorcycles, clothing, collectibles, T-shirts, parts and accessories. Their Express Lane Service Center is open seven days a week.
Second: Rocky Mountain Kawasaki, 645 Frontage Road, Longmont, 303-651-2453
Third: Colorado Powersports, 1880 55th St., Boulder, 303-447-3500
Open since February, Sun Rose Cafe primarily serves sandwiches, salads and breakfast fare. Customers can enjoy a sandwich in-house and buy the ingredients to take home and make, as well. Everything is fresh, made from scratch and natural. Customers can enjoy the open and cheery space while enjoying the sandwiches made from the ground up. Although only around for a short time, Sun Rose Cafe has become known for their special Lavendar Lemonade.
Second: Brick House BBQ, 237 Fourth, Mead, 970-535-9040
Third: Cayenne Kitchen, 530 Kimbark St., Longmont, 720-652-7246
NIWOT BUSINESS Colterra (TIE)
210 Franklin St., Niwot, 303-652-0777
Colterra has offered delectable dishes since 2006. Chef Bradford Heap serves a mix of Southern French cuisine featuring the best local ingredients, in peak season and full of flavor. Pairing delicious food with great wine, a 200 bottle list
Oil Change
Grease Monkey
2334 N. Main St., Longmont, 303-485-9206; 1230 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont, 303-772-8865
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Grease Monkey has highly trained technicians that keep customers informed of their vehicle needs in accordance with manufacturer specifications. Grease Monkey provides most warranty-required services for less than most dealership prices, while also keeping a complete maintenance history for customers, taking the hassle away from customers having to worry about their vehicles ongoing maintenance routine.
Second: Oil Can Henry, 1646 Pace St., Longmont, 303-772-4800
Third: Valvoline Instant Oil Change, 1061 S. Hover St., Longmont, 303-774-0852
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Critter Sitters, P.O. Box 1295, Longmont, 970-532-3751
Third: Longmont Professional Pet Sitters, 69 Spring Dale Place, Longmont, 303-774-0738
Pet Groomer
The Paw Spa
700 Ken Pratt Blvd. Suite 219, Longmont, 303-772-4522
Guests at the Paw Spa will enjoy only the best grooming services available in Boulder County. The Paw Spa sets itself apart from other grooming salons by offering quality pet styling at an affordable price. Paw Spa guests will enjoy their spa day in a clean, safe and loving environment and be cared for by experienced, certified groomers.
Second: Bark Me Beautiful, 1144 Francis St., Longmont, 303-776-0332
Third: Paws 2 Groom, 800 S. Hover St., Longmont, 303-776-4503
PET SITTING / DOG WALKING
Paw Au Pair
311 Sweet Valley Court, Longmont, 303-485-8498
Paw Au Pair specializes in dogs, cats, puppies, special needs pets, birds and fish. Whether you need pet sitting for the day, a week or for extended travel, Paw Au Pair can assist with your pet care needs. Also offered is weekly dog walking for our busy working client’s to assure their dogs are getting the proper exercise and attention they deserve.
Photographer
French Quarter Photography
424 Kimbark St., Longmont, 720-270-9052
Tim Ellis of French Quarter Photography, is a portrait photographer who focuses on senior portraits. Ellis also does weddings, kids, families and just about anything that has to do with portrait photography. Ellis recently moved his studio from behind Ziggi’s Coffee Shop on Fourth and Main streets to 424 Kimbark St.
Second: Corrie Kraft Photography, 10675 Upper Ridge Road, Longmont, 720-480-0070
Second: Baisman Photography, 612 Kimbark St., Longmont, 720-494-2538 footwear for all activities including hiking, running, walking, or a relaxing stroll around town. Since opening in 1946, Brown’s has been a community icon for more than half a century providing a top-notch full service store that focuses on providing the latest in shoe styles, function and a proper fit.
Second: DSW, 180 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont, 303-702-5191
Third: Phelps Shoes & Repair, 2255 Main St., Longmont, 303-684-8247
Plumber
Steve’s Plumbing
2907 Sandpiper Place, Longmont, 303-651-1898
Steve Moskal started Steve’s Plumbing in 1987. Since then, the plumbing business has performed service work for existing plumbing, as well as plumbing for basement remodels and custom homes. Moskal says he has always stood behind his work, which he believes is the reason for his success. He thanks all those who he has worked with in the Longmont area.
Second: AA Plumbing, 110 Bowen St., Longmont, 303-776-7911
Third: Pine Tree Plumbing, 2062 Goldfinch Court, Longmont, 303-772-6578
Shoe Store
Brown’s Shoe Fit Co.
373 Main St., Longmont, 303-776-2920
New spring and summer merchandise is now in at Brown’s. Stop in today and get fitted for the season. Brown’s offers a wide selection of
SPORTING GOODS / OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL
Dick’s Sporting Goods
210 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont, 303-682-5740
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc. is an authentic fullline sporting goods retailer offering a broad assortment of brand name sporting goods equipment, apparel and footwear. As of Jan. 31, 2009 the company operated 384 stores in 39 states.
Second: Sports Authority, 1520 S. Hover St., Longmont, 303-651-9697
Third: REI, 1789 28th St., Boulder, 303-583-9970
Tire Store
Big O Tires
1205 S. Main St., Longmont, 303-772-1462
With more than 530 locations nationwide, Big O Tires, which is headquartered in Englewood, is
Continued from 26 a Longmont favorite. Founded in 1962, Big O Tires provides a complete line of exclusive Big O Tires brand passenger, light truck and performance tires. Big O Tires also offers all major brands and meets or beats all prices in town.
Second: Discount Tire Co., 379 S. Hover St., Longmont, 303-774-9869
Third: Firestone , 940 S. Hover St., Longmont, 303-776-6460 ing for eight years, while the North store recently opened in February.
Second: ARES Thrift Shop, 818 Coffman St., Longmont, 303-532-3344
Third: Greenback Consignment, 370 Main St., Longmont, 303-684-9355 es, tours, all-inclusive resorts or packages.
Second: All Season Travel, 521 Main St., Longmont, 303-532-2907
Third: AAA of Colorado, 1933 28th St. Suite 200, Boulder, 303-753-8800
Thrift Store
Humane Society Thrift Store
1265 Bramwood Place, Longmont, 720-494-8348; 2351 N. Main St., Longmont, 303-774-6517
The Longmont Humane Society Thrift Stores North and South accept gently-used items that they then sell to their customers. All profits go toward the animals at the Longmont Humane Society. Customers like nicknacks, clothing, furniture and electronics. The South store has been operat-
Travel Agency
Gold Key Travel
328 Coffman St., Longmont, 303-776-7024
Are you looking for the best value and travel experience for your next vacation? If so, contact the experienced agents at Gold Key Travel. This full service travel agency has been serving the Longmont area since 1966. Their extensive travel experience and expertise will not only help you choose the perfect vacation to fit your needs. Best of all, their services are free when booking cruis-
Veterinarian
Longs Peak Animal Hospital
9727 Ute Hwy, Longmont, 303-776-6666
Longs Peak Animal Hospital is a full-service companion animal hospital. The staff is committed to providing quality veterinary care throughout the life of your pet. Their services and facilities are designed to assist in routine preventive care for young, healthy pets; early detection and treatment of disease as your pet ages; and complete medical and surgical care as necessary.
Second: Animal Hospital, 1250 Main St., Longmont, 303-776-3454
Third: Nelson Road Veterinary Clinic, 8875 Nelson Road, Longmont, 303-678-8387
Longmont Humane Society would like to thank the community for voting us Best Thrift Store of 2009! We now have two locations: 2351 N. Main St. and 1265 Bramwood Pl. (off S. Bowen Street, across
Remember, your tax-deductible donations help homeless pets! Call the south store at (720) 494-8348 and the north store at (303) 774-6517 RC-128962