The Newcastle Chamber of Commerce recognized community members who do good things in the Newcastle area Nov. 20 in its annual awards ceremony. The event, the Newcastle Diamond Awards, features awards based on nominations made by members of the community.

“This is a communitywide celebration of all the nominated individuals who put their time and efforts into our neighborhoods, businesses, schools and groups, said Sara Biancofiori, president, Newcastle Chamber of Commerce.

David Harris received the Mayor’s Award from Newcastle Mayor Steve Buri, who recognized Harris’ 10 years of work contributing to the success of summer Concerts in the Park and the annual city celebration, Newcastle Days. Buri also pointed out Harris’ volunteer contribution of time and money to the Newcastle Chamber of Commerce.

“Chances are that if you’ve been to one of our community festivals or music events, you know about David,” Buri said. “He is the cool, calm and professional presence that oversees many of the musical events.”.

In addition to the Mayor’s Award, there are six Diamond Award categories: business, community leadership, customer service, education, youth and inspiration. The awards are:

The Dennis Yarnell Inspiration Award: Jaime Greene, director of healthy living & community engagement at the Coal Creek YMCA.

• The Business Award: Chris Ware, owner, Dolce Vita Salon and Nail Spa

• Community Leadership: Christina Corrales-Toy, reporter, Issaquah Press

• Customer Service: The Coal Creek YMCA

• Education: Margaret Strong, teacher at Hazelwood Elementary School

• Youth: David Vaisar, Eagle Scout, and Mary Elworth, member of the YMCA/King County Library Teen Leadership Board.

The event was held at The Golf Club at Newcastle.