Shop Local - The Colony

JT's Boat Rentals

Today we are going to profile JT's Boat Rentals on Lake Lewisville.

What is your primary product or service? Boat Rentals (motor and non-motor boats and jet skis).

Tell us about your company.  JT's Boat Rentals is starting our 6th year in Hidden Cove Park with Jet Skis, Pontoons, Ski Boats, Paddleboats, canoes and Kayaks.  We are family-oriented and have rentals to fit any budget.  Come spend a fun day on Lake Lewisville with picnic tables & BBQ grills in the park!  We also sell ice cream, ice, sodas, sandwiches and snacks.

Special fishing tours are also available.

Are there any special offers you would like to extend to the citizens of The Colony?  10% off for The Colony residents on all watercraft rentals (excludes holidays).  Spring Special: Buy 2 hours of boat rental and get the 3rd hour free.

We are opening for the season on March 1, so make your plans now!

Toni Watson
JT's Boat Rentals
20400 Hackberry Creek Park Rd.
Suite 400
The Colony, TX 75056
phone: 972-292-1001
website: www.jtsboatrentals.com or www.hiddencovepark.com
email: jt@jtsboatrentals.com

Colony Chiropractic

Today our profile is of Colony Chiropractic.

What is your primary product or service?  We offer chiropractic care, massage therapy and spinal rehab.

Tell us about your company.  We have been open since 1995.  We have a very caring, friendly environment and we can treat you effectively for neck pain, back pain, headaches, etc.

Are there any special offers you would like to extend to the citizens of The Colony? When you call ask us about our monthly specials.

Dr. Kelly Smith, DC
Colony Chiropractic
5000 Main St.
Suite 203
The Colony, TX 75056
phone: 972-625-4800
fax: 972-625-5028
website: www.colonychiro.com
email: colonychiropractic@earthlink.net

Edward Jones Investments

Today we are going to profile Edward Jones Investments of The Colony.

What is your primary product or service?  Investing

Tell us about your company.  We specialize in developing diversified portfolios for the private investors and small business owners.

Are there any special offers you would like to extend to the citizens of The Colony?  We offer complimentary portfolio reviews, IRA assistance and 401k rollover assistance.

Brian Nix
Edward Jones Investments
6805 Main St.
Suite 480
The Colony, TX 75056
phone: 972-370-1520
fax: 877-222-6762
website: www.edwardjones.com
email: brian.nix@edwardjones.com

Fast Find Directories

Today we are going to profile Fast Find Directories of The Colony.

What is your primary product or service? We provide local specific phone books.

Tell us about your company.  Fast Find Directories specializes in providing local phone books for each community so that the residents and merchants can easily find local products and services.  We offer full-color advertising in a mini-book format plus a web directory.

Are there any special offers you would like to extend to the citizens of The Colony?  We offer additional discounts for Chamber members.  Please call for details.

Lon Schindler
Fast Find Directories
8820 Main St.
Frisco, TX 75034
phone: 214-387-8444
cell: 972-835-5323
website: www.texasfastfind.com
email: lon@fastfinddirectories.com

Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake Pizza

This morning we are going to profile Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake Pizza in The Colony.

What is your primary product or service? The freshest pizza in town.

Tell us about your company. Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake Pizza is the pioneer of the take and bake concept.  We are the largest take and bake concept in the world.  We offer only the freshest and highest quality ingredients with our freshly grated cheeses and our dough that is prepared in-house daily.  We offer our products at a low price point, and we also offer our customer the opportunity to cook their pizza when they are ready to eat it.

We were also just voted the Best Pizza Chain in America for the fourth year in a row.

We offer catering and fund raisers too!

Vickie Orr - Manager
Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake Pizza
3751 Main Street, Suite 500
The Colony, TX 75056
Phone: 469-384-2200
Fax: 469-384-2201
website: www.papamurphys.com
email: pmtx11@papamurphys.com

Judy Courtney - Star Insurance

Today we are going to profile Judy Courtney of Star Insurance.

What is your primary product or service?  Personal and Commercial Insurance.  We offer health insurance, life insurance and bonds.

Tell us about your company.  We are a full service insurance agency for personal and commercial insurance lines.  Our focus is on customer service and getting the best coverage for the best price.

Are there any special offers you would like to extend to the citizens of The Colony? Please call us to review your insurance coverages with your current policy and receive a free comparison quote.

Judy Courtney
Star Insurance
4805 S. Colony Blvd.
The Colony, TX 75056
Phone: 972-625-9777
Fax: 972-625-9778
website: www.starinsur.com
Primary email address: judyc@starinsur.com

Stewart Haywood - Snap Fitness

Today we are going to profile Stewart Haywood of Snap Fitness.  Snap fitness has been open exactly a week today and from what I heard things are going great.  He has a brand new workout facility that is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.  They also have the very latest  in Cybex equipment.

What is your primary product or service?
We have a 24hr/day 365 day/yr fitness center with full cardio theatre, strength training machines and free weights.  We are Fast, Affordable and Convenient.  We have personal training available at reasonable prices. There are no contracts. Our members pay month by month with no long term commitment.  Membership can be canceled at any time with a maximum of 30 days notice.

Tell us about your company.
Snap fitness has over 200 fitness centers nation wide and is building out at the rate of 9 per week.
A membership in one Snap Fitness Club is good in any other Snap Fitness Club.
Snap fitness has the very latest Cybex equipment, in Texas this is only available in Snap Fitness
and the T-Mobile private club in Frisco.

Are there any special offers you would like to extend to the citizens of The Colony?
We will always offer a one week free trial. We want our members to be able to experience Snap Fitness before joining. In the month of February enrollment is free and membership is free until March 1st. We have arrangements for discounts with several businesses in The Colony. Details are available in the club to members.

Stewart Haywood
Snap Fitness
5201 S. Colony Blvd.
Suite 650
The Colony, TX 75056
Phone: 469-362-3304
website: www.snapfitness.com
email: thecolony@snapfitness.com

John Caraballo - Smiley's Hot Dogs & Sandwiches

Today's post is about Smiley's Hot Dogs and Sandwiches, owned and operated by John Caraballo.  On a personal note, John has the best Italian sausage dogs in town and I haven't had a chance to try it yet, but I keep hearing that he has the best New York style cheesecake as well.  Stop by and visit when you get a chance.

What is your primary product or service?  We serve hot dogs and sandwiches for both lunch and dinner.

Tell us about your company.  We have been serving New York hot dogs for over 25 years.

Are there any special offers you would like to extend to the citizens of The Colony?  Mention this post and receive a free drink and samples.

John Caraballo

Smiley's Hot Dogs & Sandwiches

4300 Main Street, The Colony, TX 75056

Phone: 469-362-2999

website: www.smileyshotdogs.com

email: john.caraballo@google.com

Beverly Lorenzen - My Second Home Pet Salon

Our Merchant Profile for today is Beverly Lorenzen of My Second Home Pet Salon .  Read about her below and take advantage of her special offer.

What is your primary product or service?  Dog Grooming, Boarding and Doggie Daycare

Tell us about your company.  We are a unique dog grooming salon and boarding facility.  Our guests are allowed to roam freely within the salon with minimal caging during their grooming visits and boarding stays.  All at no extra charge.  We have found that this environment is comfortable and less stressful for our clients.  We also take pride in our grooming and listen to your grooming needs to give you the best style for you and your dog.

Our clients are happy and excited to come visit us and play with their doggie friends while they await their grooming appointments or during their boarding vacations.  Come by and see the difference!

Are there any special offers you would like to extend to the citizens of The Colony?  Bring a copy of this blog post and receive a 10% discount.

Beverly Lorenzen
My Second Home Pet Salon
6805 Main Street
Suite 445
The Colony, Texas 75056
Phone: 972-625-2526
Fax: 972-625-2526
Website: www.mysecondhomepetsalon.com
Email: dloren@cebridge.net

Ken Partain - Infinite Prosperity Group

OK.  This post is going to be about me since I am putting this blog together for the merchants of The Colony, Texas.  It's only fair that you should know who I am and why I am doing this.

I am a small business marketing specialist and Duct Tape Authorized Marketing Coach.  I have been in sales and marketing for the last 17 years and now have my very own practice.  I work with small businesses and independent service professionals to improve the effectiveness of their marketing both online and off.

The reason I am doing this is because I have been associated with The Colony for over 15 years.  It is the closest town to where I live and I regularly shop and dine in The Colony.  This area is growing by leaps and bounds and I want to help the new and existing citizens of The Colony realize the resources they have right at their fingertips.

If you are a small business owner or manager in The Colony and would like your business to be profiled here, I can be reached at 214-755-1996 or by email at kenpartain@wemakemarketingeasy.com.

There are also some very affordable opportunities to advertise on this site.  If you would like to make yourself known to the other businesses and citizens of The Colony let me know.

Have a great day!
Ken