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Photo by China Cassidy Holbrook Chamber of Commerce board members included (left to right) Tany Tafoya, Janet Dean, Yvonne Larson, President Sharlene Gillespie, Robin O’Dell-Gonzalez, Tyreta Brown, Daniella Day and Chamber Director Cindy Tafoya.

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Holly Hill (right) was recognized as Holbrook’s Youth of the Year. Also pictured is chamber board member Daniella Day (left).

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Linda Parker (right) was presented with the President’s Award for her service to the community. Presenting the award was Chamber President Shar Gillespie (left).

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Pat Pogue (right), the owner of Pat’s House of Originals and Thanks A Latte, was honored as Businesswoman of the Year with the award presented by Chamber President Shar Gillespie (left).

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Roel Marasigan (right), the owner of Brad’s Motel was honored as Holbrook’s Businessman of the Year with the award presented by Chamber President Shar Gillespie (left).

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The award for Organization of the Year was presented to Youth for Christ, with Carrie Burgess accepting the award on behalf of the organization.

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Tany Tafoya (right), owner of Tanryelle Interiors was awarded Business of the Year by Danielle Day (left).

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Photos by China CassidyPhoto by China CassidyHolbrook Chamber of Commerce board members included (left to right) Tany Tafoya, Janet Dean, Yvonne Larson, President Sharlene Gillespie, Robin O’Dell-Gonzalez, Tyreta Brown, Daniella Day and Chamber Director Cindy Tafoya.
Photos by China CassidyPhoto by China CassidyHolbrook Chamber of Commerce board members included (left to right) Tany Tafoya, Janet Dean, Yvonne Larson, President Sharlene Gillespie, Robin O’Dell-Gonzalez, Tyreta Brown, Daniella Day and Chamber Director Cindy Tafoya.

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On July 17, the Heward House Hanger welcomed more than 100 guests to celebrate “A Taste of Holbrook.” With more than 10 food establishments and countless volunteers, one could safely say the evening was a success.

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Every year the chamber invites the public to join local food establishments for a night of food, fun, support and acknowledgment. Silent auctions are held, awards are given and money is raised for future events.

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Owner of Tanyryelle Interiors, Tany Tafoya explained, “The goal is for the community to come together and learn what Holbrook has to offer. It promotes business and gets people shopping local.”

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Guests were invited to sample a variety of dishes from local restaurants. From Mesa Italiana’s manicotti, a Denny’s Super Bird or Trinabop’s chocolate chip cookies. There was something to satisfy all taste buds.

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Entrepreneurs, community leaders and youth leaders were recognized for their contributions to Holbrook. Awards were presented to Holly Hill as Youth of the Year, Youth for Christ for Organization of the Year, Tanryelle Interiors for Business of the Year, Pat Pogue for Businesswoman of the Year and Roel Marasigan for Businessman of the Year.

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As if the food, beautiful decorations and remarkable number of guests weren’t enough to dub this one the chambers best events of the year, local artists Liz Nichols and Sue Dixson complimented the evening’s elegance with paintings on the terrace. Along with local author Bea Darbe who gifted the diners with readings from her new book.

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Former Arizona State Representative candidate Wendy Rogers summed it up saying, “There is just something very special about breaking bread together,” she said, calling it, “A classy event that represents the best of Americana where people can come together and share their experiences and share their food.” A true statement to the chambers hard work and ongoing dedication to the growth of Holbrook.

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