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The 2009 Boulder County Gold People’s RU
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Choice Awards results are in! Check out the ER
following pages and you’ll discover the shining SU
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stars of Boulder County – the people, places and
things that make this county great. This year’s winners
and runners up are as fine as ever. Some are repeat winners
and some are brand-new winners. As expected, the
competition was tough. Your votes have been tallied and, after
tossing out the cheaters, the results follow. We thank everyone who
took the time to vote. Thousands of locals told us why Boulder County
is such a great place to live, shop, eat, work and play. Now turn the page
and read about the winners!
Spruce Confections
767 Pearl St., Boulder, 303.449.6773; 4684 Broadway, Boulder, 303.449.5819
Golden Lotus
1964 28th St., Boulder, 303.442.6868, www.goldenlotuscuisine.com
Paper Doll
• Boulder’s Finest Since 1921
303.447.8700
artcleaners.com
Dish Gourmet
1918 Pearl St., Boulder, 720.565.5933, www.dishgourmet.com
BEST GREEN
HARDWARE VEST!
Locally Owned and Operated by the
STORE
and
same Boulder Family since 1955!
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OWNED STORE
2525 ARAPAHOE • In The Village • Boulder • m-f 7:30-8, sat 8-6, sun 9-6 • mcguckin.com • (303) 443-1822
SEPTEMBER 2009 C A M E R A BOULDER COUNTY GOLD 5
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FOR BEST HAPPY HOUR AND BEST APPETIZERS: Brasserie Ten Ten 2128 Pearl St., Boulder, 303.444.7766
1011 Walnut St., Boulder, 303.998.1010, www.brasserietenten.com 1087 14th St., Boulder, 303.444.7714
5340 Arapahoe, Boulder, 303.444.3404
FOR BEST OUTDOOR DINING: Centro Latin Kitchen & Refreshment Palace 645 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont, 303.774.1441
950 Pearl St., Boulder, 303.442.7771, www.centrolatinkitchen.com www.eatsnarfs.com
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8 BOULDER COUNTY GOLD C A M E R A SEPTEMBER 2009
BEST PIZZA Abo’s
2761 Iris Ave., Boulder, 303.443.1921
1110 13th St., Boulder, 303.443.3199
637 S. Broadway St., Boulder, 303.494.1274
720 Austin Ave., Erie, 303.828.9777
1834 Main St., Longmont, 303.678.0111
1355 South Boulder Road, Louisville, 303.604.9896
7960 Niwot Road, Niwot, 303.652.0830
502 Center Drive, Superior, 720.304.6000
www.abospizza.com
With all the pizza places around, what makes Abo’s stand out? “Quality ingredients – special
dough and special sauce made daily just for Abo’s,” according to manager Ben Bishop. “Also,
our professional pie makers, professional because of the quality they assure and the pride they
take in their work.” It’s true, the dough is made fresh daily and hand tossed according to
Neopolitan New York tradition, and, oh, that genuine Neopolitan crust – benissimo! It is
classically thin with a bumpy texture, bubbly, pliable but firm to fold over. Abo’s Pizza still
adheres to the original quality ingredients of its first pie, which hit Boulder in 1977. The
sauce is a proprietary blend fashioned after the legendary Rocky Graziano family sauce recipe.
Founder Steve Abo was trained in New York pizza restaurants owned by the once-famous Thanks for another Great Year!
boxer. Abo’s continues to use high quality tomatoes from the same supplier year after year.
The freshest vegetables are delivered and chopped daily. They use mozzarella cheese that won’t We REALLY appreciate you.
slide off the crust. A slice of Abo’s pizza is only $3, and the restaurant offers lunch specials.
Bishop says, “Thanks to all our fans,” and notes, “We have quite a few regulars who come in Come in and play!
three to five days a week. We know them by their names and their slices!”
Proto’s Pizza
4670 Broadway St., Boulder, 720.565.1050
489 Highway 287, Lafayette, 303.661.3030
600 Airport Road, Longmont, 303.485.5000
www.protospizza.com
your votes!
Boulder’s
Best Florist &
Boulder’s Best
Garden Center
since 1929
florists, greenhouses & fine stationery
2851 Valmont • 303-442-6663
Mon-Fri 8-6, Sat 8-5, Sun 10-5
www.sturtzandcopeland.com
SEPTEMBER 2009 C A M E R A BOULDER COUNTY GOLD 11
BEST LONGMONT/LYONS
RESTAURANT
Oskar Blues
Cajun Grill & Brewery
303 Main St., Lyons
303.823.6685, www.oskarblues.com
Our readers aren’t the only ones who have noticed
the fine offerings from Oskar Blues Cajun Grill &
Brewery. The brewpub was recently named one of
the top 50 Colorado companies to watch by the
Colorado Office of Economic Development and
International Trade, and its quaffables and edibles
have been praised by Food & Wine, Men’s Health,
Beer, All About Beer and Penthouse magazines as
well as the Washington Post. And that’s only this
summer’s set of accolades. All this national
attention is fantastic, but keeping things down-
home is what Oskar Blues does best. Here you’ll
find hearty comfort food and plenty of it. Start
with a pile of Cajun Catfish Bites then tuck into a
BEST PLACE FOR A ROMANTIC DINNER Flagstaff House Restaurant Heatseeker Burger or a Big Ol’ Phatty Pepperoni
1138 Flagstaff Road, Boulder, 303.442.4640, www.flagstaffhouse.com
(the most pepperoni you have ever seen on one
The stars twinkling over the foothills, the breathtaking views of Boulder, the slightly thinner air – the Flagstaff House’s
pizza, claims the menu). Be sure to save room for
mountainside location is cause enough to get weak in the knees. Add that special someone as well as exquisite food, drinks and
Oskar’s world-famous Dump Cake and, of course,
service to the mix and forget about it; you’re Cupid fodder. Romance is part of the package at the Flagstaff House. “A lot of
a brew or two.
proposals happen here,” says general manager Scott Monette, who recommends popping the question during the first course
instead of waiting until dessert. “We find people enjoy the experience much more that way,” he adds with a knowing smile. Truly,
it would be a shame to spend a night at this premier dining establishment distracted by nerves when you could be looking deep (TIE)
into your loved one’s eyes, drinking in the ambiance and a delectable Cabernet Sauvignon, savoring a stolen kiss and butter The Rib House
poached Maine lobster. The Flagstaff House’s seasoned staff goes out of its way to make every night remarkable for its customers, 1920 S. Coffman St., Longmont, 303.485.6988
whether the moment calls for crystal glasses or party hats. “We’re a family-run operation and have been around for 37 years,” says 1801 13th St., Boulder, 303.442.RIBS
www.theribhouse.com
Monette. “It’s great to be a part of Boulder and part of the environment for so many people’s special occasions.”
Sugarbeet
Carelli’s of Boulder Ristorante Italiano 101 Pratt St., Longmont
645 30th St., Boulder, 303.938.9300, www.carellis.com 303.651.3330, www.sugarbeetrestaurant.com
The Kitchen
1039 Pearl St., Boulder, 303.544.5973, www.thekitchencafe.com
healthy beautiful
Smile
Comprehensive
Cosmetic Dentistry
www.drania.com
303.443.0998 • Dr. Ania Mohelicki, D.D.S. BEST CAR WASH Puddle Touch-Free Car Wash
3100 28th St., Boulder, 303.447.9274, www.puddlecarwash.com
Got 12 minutes? That’s all it takes to get your musty, dusty car transformed into a veritable
gleaming chariot, thanks to the folks at Puddle Car Wash. “We focus on speed,” says general
manager Rich Hart, “but we don’t sacrifice quality. Supervisors check the quality of the work to
ensure your car is truly clean when you leave.” Choose from a quick exterior-only wash (starting as
low as $7.99) or add interior cleaning that includes vacuuming, dash, console and door panel
Be your
dusting and hand drying. Really special cars deserve a visit to the Detail Shop, where skilled
technicians can gently coax out the original beauty of your automobile. And we like the fact that
The Puddle recycles their water as a nice gesture to the environment. “We thank Boulder County
very best. for their support over all the years,” says Hart.
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Boulder
5290 Arapahoe Avenue Save Home Heat Co.
5741 Arapahoe Ave., #4, Boulder, 303.443.9762, www.savehomeheat.com
(303) 530-9154 Meyer’s Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
www.jazzercise.com 260 Pearl St., Boulder, 303.442.6640, www.yorkupg.com
Chem-Dry of Boulder
3835 Silver Plume Circle, Boulder, 720.304.3910,
www.cdcarpetcleaning.com
BEST AUTO REPAIR SHOP / BEST KIDS’ DAY CAMP BEST AUTO DEALER
SERVICE DEPT. Rocky Mountain Day Camp Fisher Chevrolet Honda
Hoshi Motors P.O. Box 270608, Louisville, 303.495.5204,
www.rockymtndaycamp.com
6025 Arapahoe Road, Boulder, 303.443.05300 and 800.873.0119,
www.fisherauto.com
2504 Spruce St., Boulder, 303.449.6632, David and Holly Hansburg couldn’t find a summer camp for What drives an auto dealer to be its best? A dedication to stellar
www.hoshimotors.net
their kids that matched up to the camps of their own service and long-term customer relationships, says Lynn Rickman,
Hoshi Motors owner Laurie Farmen got her first
childhoods. With lifelong careers in education, they decided to vice president of Fisher Chevrolet Honda in Boulder. “We place a
under-the-hood experience while attending a
start their own. Rocky Mountain Day Camp, last year’s runner high importance on service, from helping you find the right car,
vocational technical school in New Mexico. “I
up, returns this year with top honors as Best Kids’ Day Camp. through the sale and throughout the lifetime of your vehicle.
found out, I really liked it,” she says. “We opened 22
“We develop confident, happy and well-rounded children,” People are more discerning right now, and value conscious. That’s
years ago and in that time we have developed
Hansburg says. “We give boys and girls programs of their own where our knowledgeable sales staff can help. Some of them have
personal relationships with many of our customers.
so that they feel free to participate without a lot of the been with us for over 25 years.” Honda and GM have repeatedly
Confidence is so important in deciding where to
inhibitions. We also sort by age group to provide appropriate recognized Fisher Chevrolet Honda as being in the top 5 percent
take your car for service. We pride ourselves on
learning experiences.” OK, enough serious talk. Let’s hear among dealers for customer service. “People know their service
our honesty and our competence.” Customers
about the FUN! In residence for the summer at the Eldorado technicians by name, they’ve been coming here so long,” Rickman
appreciate the continuity they find at Hoshi Motors;
K-8 elementary school in Superior, RMDC has a full range of says. “We have great customers, and we appreciate their support.
some of Farmen’s technicians have been with her for
Our dealership survives because of our customers.”
more than 20 years and know customers by their facilities for art, soccer, rock wall climbs, archery, drama,
name and their car model. “We don’t blow our own rocketry, crafts, football, guest coaching from former collegiate
whistle much. We rely on our reputation and word- and Olympic athletes, Jump Rope Club, golf, water activities, (TIE)
of-mouth recommendations from our customers. and more. Whatever it is, you know you’re in for fun! “Every
Anything else we need to know? “Oh yes, we also day is completely different,” Hansburg says with a laugh. Boulder Toyota
like dogs a lot!” Farmen says. 2465 48th Court, Boulder, 303.443.3250,
www.bouldertoyota.com
YMCA of Boulder Valley
Super-Rupair 2850 Mapleton Ave., Boulder, 303.442.2778 Flatirons Acura/Subaru
1309 Yarmouth Ave., Boulder, 303.442.6508, 2800 Dagny Way, Lafayette, 303.664.5455 5995 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, 800.830.6706,
www.superrupair.com www.ymcabv.org www.flatironsacura.com
BEST DENTIST
Joel L. Schaffer, DDS
2880 Folsom, Suite 202, Boulder, 303.449.1792, www.coloradobritesmile.com
There’s something about a smile that’s contagious, and Dr. Joel Schaffer’s
patients have the most confident smiles of all. “We make our patients
comfortable here, with state-of-the-art technology and a caring staff, some
of whom have been with me for up to 27 years,” Schaffer says. What has
changed since Dr. Schaffer started practicing general and cosmetic
dentistry 35 years ago? “There’s been a 180-degree change in procedures
and the technology we use. We use a CAD-Cam system for making crowns
that fit perfectly. We use video so that patients can see in real-time what we
are working on. Lasers are now used in a lot of gum surgery, and air
abrasion cavity treatment replaces some of the drilling.” Want the smile of
your life? Call Dr. Schaffer, who says, “Thanks to everyone for the honor
of voting us the Best!”
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John’s Cleaners
440 Black Diamond Drive, Lafayette, 303.665.9493
4800 Baseline Road, Boulder, 303.499.5554
3325 28th St., Boulder, 303.444.2877
1615 Coalton Road, Superior, 303.499.2776
www.johnsdrycleaners.com
24 Hour Fitness
2900 Iris Ave., Boulder, 303.209.9274, www.24hourfitness.com
The Parlour
1037 Walnut St., Boulder
303.444.3747, www.theparlour.net
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Design Matters Home
912 Garfield Ave., Louisville
303.249.4661, www.designmattershome.com
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Acupuncture Clinic of Boulder
2500 Arapahoe Ave., Suite 290, Boulder
303.665.5515, www.acupunctureclinicofboulder.com
www.EnhanceYourSkin.com | 303.558.8800
SEPTEMBER 2009 C A M E R A BOULDER COUNTY GOLD 25
BEST REAL ESTATE COMPANY/ OFFICE
Wright-Kingdom Real Estate
4875 Pearl E. Circle, Suite 100, Boulder, 1.800.343.8885, www.wrightkingdom.com
Celebrating its 33rd year in business, Wright-Kingdom is a local company with deep
roots in the community. And it’s also connected to Leading Real Estate Companies of
the World, a network of independent, privately held companies with 5,000 offices in
the United States and in 25 countries. “We’re fortunate; our success is directly related
to the people here – agents, a full-time relocation director, and the office staff,” says
general manager Dan Kingdom. “They average close to 17 years with the company.
We have a very active group of full-time, professional Realtors committed to
providing the best possible customer service.” In addition, Wright-Kingdom is
involved in more than 100 non-profits, primarily in Colorado. Some of the
organizations are The Children’s Hospital in Denver, I Have a Dream Foundation,
Stand Up for Kids, and a teen-parent program in the Boulder Valley School District.
“We have received the Boulder County Gold People’s Choice Award many times,”
Kingdom says. “It’s always a welcome surprise, and is very rewarding for all of us to
be recognized by the community. Our business is about relationships, more than the
individual transaction. Eighty percent of our business is repeat and referral.”
RE/MAX of Boulder
2425 Canyon Blvd., Suite 110, Boulder, 303.449.7000, www.boulderco.com
Karen Bernardi, Bernardi Real Estate Group at Coldwell Banker Boulder Medical Center
2700 Canyon Blvd., Suite 200, Boulder, 303.402.6000, www.bernardirealestate.com
BMC Broadway (Main), 2750 Broadway, Boulder, 303.440.3000
BMC Foothills, 4745 Arapahoe Ave., Suite 200, Boulder, 303.938.4700
Dave Fish, RE/MAX of Boulder BMC Avista, 80 Health Park Drive, Suite 100, Louisville, 303.673.0448
2425 Canyon Blvd., Boulder, 303.441.5601, www.davefish.com www.bouldermedicalcenter.com
BEST VETERINARIAN
Alpine Hospital for Animals
3210 Valmont Road, Boulder
303.443.9661, www.alpinehospitalforanimals.com
Karen McCormick, DVM, CVA, has been practice owner of
Alpine Hospital since 2006. Her approach is humane and
compassionate to her animal patients and their owners. “My
underlying philosophy as a citizen and a doctor is to treat
people as I want to be treated – in other words, the Golden
Rule. This means to have compassion for other people’s fears,
to communicate choices for their pets and what the choices
mean, and never make judgments of what owners choose to do
for their pets. Whatever they decide is up to them, if only they
keep their pets pain-free.” She points out there are many
advancements in veterinary care and equipment today, but that
sometimes the care chosen has to be based on the means of the
owner. Besides practicing Western medicine, Alpine offers
alternative medical choices: acupuncture, laser therapy to
relieve pain without medication, BICOM® treatment for
allergies, and follow-up chemotherapy for pets referred from
Colorado State University. “We love what we do, and we have
respect and compassion for each other. It’s not just a job, but a
passion. We’re here to be partners with pet owners. We’re
owners ourselves.”
BOULDER
4800 Baseline Rd. Ste. E108 • 303-499-3900
LONGMONT
1515 N Main St. Ste. 15 • 303-776-8748
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“Our goal is make a difficult time as easy as possible, to serve the family well,” says Michael 1999
Greenwood, general manager of Crist Mortuary & Crematory. When the inevitable happens to
a loved one, it’s gratifying to know that compassionate, experienced professionals are there to
help. Crist Mortuary is Boulder’s only full-service funeral home, with an on-site crematory and
cemetery. The exemplary staff, many of whom have been involved in the Boulder community
for years, are committed to alleviating – with respect and dignity – the burdens of a death in
the family. They provide a variety of services to help families with preplanning, arrangements
and aftercare. “Our customer service is second to none,” Greenwood says. “We do everything
we can to make it easy for the family.” 2460 Canyon Blvd.
303.449.2112
M.P. Murphy & Associates Funeral Home
4984 Idylwild Trail, Boulder, 303.530.4111 www.jjwells.com
Essentiels Spa
2660 Canyon Blvd., Boulder,
303.440.0711
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Eco-Cycle
5030 Pearl St., Boulder, 303.444.6634
140 Martin St., Longmont, 303.772.7300
www.ecocycle.org
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ARAPAHOE
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Cain Travel
3004 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, 303.443.2246, www.caintravel.com
We build
confident, happy,
well rounded BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE
children. McGuckin Hardware
2525 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, 303.443.1822, www.mcguckin.com
Multiple award winner McGuckin Hardware is the epitome of good customer service. “The
Boys & Girls 4.5 – 12 customer service standpoint sets us apart from many other stores,” says marketing manager Randy
welcome! Barker. “This has been a family-owned business since 1955, and the customer-service example is
set by the owners: Dave Hight and his son, Barry Hight, are active on the sales floor and serving
customers every day. Due to the size of the store – 60,000 square feet with more than 200,000
Registration items – it is often difficult for customers to locate things on their own. We strive to provide
outstanding service to help them find what they’re looking for. We try to be available, but not
for 2010 begins overbearing.” Barker says the store is busy, despite the tough economy. “People are coming in here
November 2009 to get assistance on repair and maintenance to extend the life of products, rather than replacing
them with new products.”
Hurdle’s Jewelry
1402 Pearl St., Boulder, 303.443.1084, www.hurdlesjewelry.com
Full Cycle
1795 Pearl St., Boulder, 303.440.1002
1211 13th St., Boulder, 303.440.7771
www.fullcyclebikes.com
Wolf Camera
2520 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, 303.544.9842, www.wolfcamera.com
Thank you
Unity of Boulder is a family church
emphasizing personal transformation
Boulder
Unity's teachings are universal and experiental, proving to people that the
Kingdom of God is within them, just where Jesus said it is (Luke 17:21)
Our children's Sunday School meets at the same
for voting for us!
time as our Sunday Services — 9 am & 11 am
Our youth groups for ages 12 - 18
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meet during the 11am service
Each Wednesday at 7 pm we have a guided - Open Sundays 10am to 8pm -
healing meditation or harmonic chanting.
We offer different classes and workshops on spiritual subjects such as:
The Bible, The Four Agreements, The Power of Now, A Course In
Miracles, The Dynamic Laws of Prosperity etc. Unity provides a nursery
and child care for all of our services, classes and special events.
We invite you to join us on any Sunday or Wednesday
to start your own journey into the Kingdom.
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SEPTEMBER 2009 C A M E R A BOULDER COUNTY GOLD 41
BEST GIFT SHOP
Paper Doll
1141 Pearl St., Boulder, 303.449.1661
Being Boulder County’s favorite gift giving consultant has its challenges.
“Sometimes it’s hard to decipher exactly what a customer wants,” laughs Paper Doll
owner Troy Rivington. Sometimes they know precisely what they want without
realizing it, he says, and sometimes they have no idea. “It’s our job to help them find
a perfect gift, one that shows the person they’re giving it to that they care,
something that the recipient would really love.” The friendly employees of Paper
Doll ask questions and make suggestions that lead to the right gift every time. It’s
hard to go wrong with so many unique, artful options. Handmade jewelry, colorful
scarves, aromatic candles, ornate picture frames and spa items make wonderful BEST GROCERY STORE Whole Foods
presents for every occasion, and that’s just a fraction of Paper Doll’s selection. 2905 Pearl St., Boulder, 303.545.6611; 2584 Baseline Road, Boulder, 303.499.7636;
Rivington brings in new, exciting products all the time. “It’s why people choose 1651 Broadway St., Boulder, 303.442.0909; 1275 Alpine, Boulder, 303.443.1354;
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locally owned businesses over big-box stores,” he explains. “You come here when Marketing director Laura Larson is in charge of all the events at the Pearl Street Whole Foods.
you want something special and hand-picked.” She says it’s a good gig. “Lots of people come to events and just stand there and smile and say,
‘I just love this place.’ When you ask them why, they can’t really say specifically.” It’s obvious,
Jacque Michelle isn’t it? Whole Foods and Boulder County were made for each other. We are some of the most
2670 Broadway, Boulder, 303.786.7628 health-conscious, environmentally aware people in the country; Whole Foods is home to
unparalleled natural and organic products, and shares our commitment to the planet. We
appreciate it when a business goes above and beyond our expectations; one of the core values
at Whole Foods is “satisfying and delighting our customers.” Prepare to be delighted by Whole
Foods again this football season, thanks to Larson and her dedicated team. The Pearl Street
store will be hosting tailgate parties in its parking lot for all the CU home games. “We’ll be
grilling, handing out pom-poms, dressing up in our CU gear and having fun with it,” enthuses
Larson. “And people can park here for free and ride the bus over to the game.”
Bartlett Interiors
2020 Pearl St., Boulder, 303.442.5194
McGuckin Hardware
2525 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, 303.443.1822, www.mcguckin.com
Indochine
2525 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, 303.444.7734
1779 Valtec Lane, Boulder, 720.565.8262
www.homeimport.com
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Superior Liquor
100 Superior Plaza Way, Superior, 303.499.6600, www.superiorliquor.com
H.B. Woodsong’s
2920 Pearl St., Boulder, 303.449.0516, www.hbwoodsongs.com
FOR BEST LOCALLY OWNED STORE: P.C.’s Pantry for Dogs and Cats
2600 30th St., Boulder, 303.245.9909, www.pcs-pantry.com
Sports Authority
3320 N. 28th St., Boulder, 303.449.9021
301 Marshall Road, Superior, 303.554.0161
2251 Ken Pratt Blvd., Suite C, Longmont, 303.651.9697
www.sportsauthority.com
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making Innovative Openings has been artfully covering Boulder County’s windows since 1980. The
locally owned, independently operated company sells hundreds of solutions – solar screens,
us the cellular shades, wood shutters, draperies, Roman shades, vertical blinds and many more – but
it’s the people that make the difference. “A lot of employees have been with us a long time: 10
best! years, 25 years,” explains co-owner Dave Friedlander. “It takes a long time to get the experience
necessary to be an expert in all the products we sell; we try hard to retain our employees for
the long-term.” Part of that effort includes providing as many opportunities for local staff as
possible. Currently, Innovative Openings’ most popular products are solar screen shades,
transparent coverings that reflect and absorb sunlight without blocking the view. “The
motorized solar screens are manufactured by our wholesale manufacturer Insolroll in
Louisville, where our corporate office is located,” says Friedlander. “It’s the fastest-growing part
of the window covering industry, and we make them right here.”
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2009 Boulder County GOLD PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS Winners
EATS, DRINKS & ENTERTAINMENT BEST RESTAURANT TO BRING KIDS
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Spirits
BEST FUNERAL HOME SERVICE PROVIDER
Crist Mortuary & Crematory
BEST SHOE STORE
Pedestrian Shops
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AND BEST LATE-NIGHT RESTAURANT
The Kitchen BEST PLACE TO HEAR LIVE MUSIC BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT BEST EYE CARE STORE
RU for Best American Restaurant: Boulder Theater Paul Roach, RE/MAX of Boulder Aspen Eyewear
Boulder ChopHouse & Tavern RU: Nissi’s RU (TIE): RU: Wink Optical
RU for Best Late-Night Restaurant: Karen Bernardi, Bernardi Real Estate Group at Coldwell Banker
The Attic Bar & Bistro BEST THEATER PERFORMANCE Dave Fish, RE/MAX of Boulder BEST FLOOR COVERING STORE
Boulder’s Dinner Theatre Atlas Flooring, Inc.
BEST ASIAN RESTAURANT RU: Colorado Shakespeare Festival BEST REAL ESTATE COMPANY/OFFICE RU: FloorCrafters
Chey Thuy Wright-Kingdom Real Estate
RU: Golden Lotus BEST BOULDER COUNTY EVENT RU: RE/MAX of Boulder BEST FLORIST AND BEST GARDEN CENTER
Boulder Creek Festival Sturtz & Copeland
BEST BAKERY RU: Bolder Boulder BEST RETIREMENT/ALTERNATIVE OR RU for Best Florist (TIE):
Breadworks Cafe ELDER CARE/ASSISTED LIVING Fiori Flowers / Lafayette Florist
The Academy RU for Best Garden Center:
RU: Spruce Confections SERVICES, FACES & PLACES RU: Frasier Meadows Retirement Community The Flower Bin Garden Center & Nursery
BEST BAR AND BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT BEST AC/HEATING SERVICE
Carelli’s of Boulder Ristorante Italiano BEST BOULDER VALLEY/ST. VRAIN SCHOOL BEST TREE NURSERY
Precision Plumbing & Heating Boulder High School The Tree Farm
RU for Best Bar: West End Tavern RU (TIE):
RU for Best Italian: Pasta Jay’s RU: Fairview High School RU (TIE):
Save Home Heat Co. CreekSide Tree Nursery / Harlequin’s Gardens
Meyer’s Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. BEST TEACHER
BEST BARBECUE
The Rib House Doug London, Alexander Dawson School BEST GIFT SHOP
BEST AUTO DEALER RU: Brenda Taylor, Centennial Middle School Paper Doll
RU: KT’s Barbecue Fisher Chevrolet Honda RU: Jacque Michelle
RU (TIE): Boulder Toyota / Flatirons Acura/Subaru BEST SPA
BEST CATERER
A Spice of Life Essentiels Spa BEST GREEN PRODUCTS/SERVICES STORE
BEST AUTO REPAIR SHOP/SERVICE DEPT. RU: St. Julien Hotel & Spa Ellie’s Eco Home Store
RU: Dish Gourmet Hoshi Motors RU: Whole Foods Market
RU: Super-Rupair BEST SKINCARE FACILITY
BEST COFFEEHOUSE
Vic’s Laser & Cosmetic Associates of Boulder BEST GROCERY STORE
BEST CAR WASH RU: Essentiels Spa Whole Foods Market
RU: Laughing Goat Coffehouse Puddle Touch-Free Car Wash RU: Sunflower Farmers Market
RU: Black Diamond Car Wash BEST STORAGE FACILITY
BEST DELI
Salvaggio’s Delicatessen U Store It BEST HARDWARE STORE AND BEST LOCALLY OWNED STORE
BEST CARPET CLEANING SERVICE RU: Boulder Bins Self Storage McGuckin Hardware
RU: Snarf’s Nesheim Cleaning Services, Inc. RU for Best Hardware Store:
RU: Chem-Dry of Boulder BEST TANNING SALON Home Depot
BEST HAPPY HOUR AND BEST OUTDOOR DINING
AND BEST APPETIZERS Tans To Go RU for Best Locally Owned Store:
BEST KIDS‘ DAY CAMP RU: VerandaSun P.C.’s Pantry for Dogs and Cats
Mediterranean Restaurant (The Med) Rocky Mountain Day Camp
RU for Best Happy Hour AND Best Appetizers: RU: YMCA of Boulder Valley
Brasserie Ten Ten BEST TRAVEL AGENCY BEST HOME FURNISHINGS STORE
RU for Best Outdoor Dining: James TravelPoints HW Home
BEST FINANCIAL INSTITUTION RU: Cain Travel RU: Bartlett Interiors
Centro Latin Kitchen & Refreshment Palace Elevations Credit Union
RU: Boulder Valley Credit Union BEST PLACE TO ENTERTAIN KIDS BEST HOUSEWARES & KITCHEN GOODS STORE
BEST ICE CREAM/FROZEN YOGURT
Glacier Home Made Ice Cream & Gelato Pearl Street Mall Peppercorn
BEST DENTIST RU: Gateway Park Fun Center RU: McGuckin Hardware
RU: Cold Stone Creamery Joel L. Schaffer, DDS
RU: Steven L. Eurich, DDS BEST LOCAL EMPLOYER BEST IMPORTED GOODS STORE
BEST INDIAN RESTAURANT
The Taj Boulder Valley Credit Union Cost Plus World Market
BEST DRY CLEANER/LAUNDROMAT RU: Boulder Community Hospital RU: Indochine
RU: Tandoori Grill Art Cleaners
RU: John’s Cleaners BEST NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION BEST JEWELRY STORE AND BEST COMPANY/STORE
BEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT
Efrain’s Mexican Humane Society of Boulder Valley THAT GIVES BACK TO THE COMMUNITY
BEST PLACE TO WORK OUT RU: Eco-Cycle Walters & Hogsett Fine Jewelers
RU: Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant RallySport Health and Fitness Club RU for Best Jewelry Store: Hurdle’s Jewelry
RU: 24 Hour Fitness BEST ACTIVIST/COMMUNITY CHAMPION RU for Best Company/Store That Gives Back to the Community:
BEST NEW RESTAURANT
Happy Noodle House John Breaux Whole Foods Market
BEST PILATES/YOGA CENTER RU: Josie Heath, The Community Foundation Serving Boulder County
RU: Arugula Bar e Ristorante CorePower Yoga BEST LIQUOR STORE
RU (TIE): BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE Liquor Mart
BEST PIZZA Yoga Pod / RallySport Health and Fitness Club
Abo’s Pizza McGuckin Hardware RU (TIE):
RU: Proto’s Pizza RU: Boulder Valley Credit Union Superior Liquor / Boulder Wine Merchant
BEST HAIR SALON
FIX BEST PLACE TO BUY MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
BEST SEAFOOD
Jax Fish House
RU: The Parlour SHOPPER’S PARADISE Robb’s Boulder Music
RU: Dolan’s Restaurant RU: H.B. Woodsong’s
BEST HEARING AID CENTER BEST ANTIQUE DEALER
Hearing HealthCare Centers The Amazing Garage Sale BEST PET STORE/BAKERY/DELI
BEST SUSHI RU: Boulder Valley Hearing & Speech Center
Hapa Sushi RU: Bedell & Co. P.C.’s Pantry for Dogs and Cats
RU: Sushi Zanmai RU: Whole Pets
BEST HOLISTIC CARE/WELLNESS CENTER BEST ANTIQUE JEWELRY STORE
Frasier Meadows Classic Facets Antique Jewelry BEST RECYCLED GOODS/THRIFT STORE
BEST TAKE-OUT FOOD RU (TIE):
Jimmy & Drew’s Delicatessen RU: Hurdle’s Jewelry HospiceCare & Share Thrift Shop
Acupuncture Clinic of Boulder RU: Savers
RU: Noodles & Co. Helios Integrated Medicine BEST ART GALLERY
BEST VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT Art & Soul Gallery BEST RUNNING STORE
BEST INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO RU: Mary Williams Fine Arts Boulder Running Company
Leaf Vegetarian Restaurant Bartlett Interiors
RU: Sunflower RU: Fleet Feet
RU (TIE): BEST ART SUPPLY & HOBBY STORE
Design Matters Home Michaels BEST SPORTING GOODS STORE
BEST GUNBARREL/NIWOT RESTAURANT Timberline Fine Furniture & Interior Design
Colterra RU: Art Hardware AND BEST OUTDOOR RECREATION STORE
RU: Treppeda’s Italian Ristorante Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI)
BEST LASIK/LASER EYE FACILITY/SURGEON BEST BEDDING/LINENS/MATTRESS STORE RU for Best Sporting Goods Store (TIE):
InSight Lasik Verlo Mattress Factory Sports Authority / Dick’s Sporting Goods
BEST LAFAYETTE/LOUISVILLE/SUPERIOR/ERIE RESTAURANT RU: Beyer Laser Center
The Empire Lounge & Restaurant RU: Bed Bath & Beyond RU for Best Outdoor Recreation Store:
RU: Efrain’s Mexican Neptune Mountaineering
BEST MEDICAL FACILITY BEST BICYCLE SHOP
Boulder Community Hospital University Bicycles BEST PLACE TO BUY WINDOWS
BEST LONGMONT/LYONS RESTAURANT RU: Boulder Medical Center
Oskar Blues Cajun Grill & Brewery RU: Full Cycle (WITHIN COLORADO)
RU (TIE): Champion Windows, Siding & Patio Rooms
BEST MOVING COMPANY BEST BOOKSTORE RU (TIE):
The Rib House / Sugarbeet Taylor Moving Boulder Book Store SolarGlass Window & Door
RU: TWO MEN AND A TRUCK RU: Barnes & Noble Booksellers Renewal By Andersen
BEST BREAKFAST AND BEST BRUNCH
Lucile’s Creole Cafe BEST PET BOARDING SERVICE
RU for Best Breakfast: Walnut Cafe BEST CHILDREN’S STORE BEST PLACE TO BUY WINDOW TREATMENTS
Cottonwood Kennels Grandrabbit’s Toy Shoppe (WITHIN COLORADO)
RU for Best Brunch: Greenbriar Inn RU: Broadway Animal Hospital RU: PlayFair Toys Innovative Openings
BEST PLACE FOR A ROMANTIC DINNER RU: Cloth Constructions
BEST PET GROOMING SERVICE BEST CAMERA STORE
Flagstaff House Restaurant The Hydrant
RU: Carelli’s of Boulder Ristorante Italiano Mike’s Camera BEST SHOPPING DESTINATION
RU: Dog Spot RU: Wolf Camera (WITHIN COLORADO)
BEST DESSERT Pearl Street Mall
BEST VETERINARIAN BEST MEN’S CLOTHING STORE RU: FlatIron Crossing
Cheesecake Factory Alpine Hospital for Animals
RU: The Kitchen The Regiment
RU: Broadway Animal Hospital RU: Weekends
BEST RESTAURANT SERVICE BEST PLACE FOR WORSHIP
Frasca Food & Wine BEST WOMEN’S CLOTHING STORE
Unity of Boulder JJWells
RU: Flagstaff House Restaurant RU: First Presbyterian Church of Boulder RU: Chelsea