BLOOD DRIVES
MARCH 23
The Foothills Community Church community blood drive takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. inside Bonfils’ mobile bus at 13150 W. 72nd Ave. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center. 303-363-2300 or www.bonfils.org
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Fairmount Elementary PTA is once again offering the Campbell-Deane Scholarship in the amount of $500. The scholarship is available to any high school senior who was enrolled at Fairmount Elementary School for a period of three years or more, has a satisfactory grade standing, has a good citizenship record, and has community service experiences. Applications are available in the Fairmount Elementary main office and must be received by April 11.
EVENTS
MARCH 22
An Easter egg hunt is “hoppening” at Peace Lutheran Church, 5675 Field St., Arvada, from 1 to 2 p.m. for children ages 3 through 9. The event is free. Contact Polly Wegner for more information. 303-424-4454
MARCH 29
A free goal achievement workshop runs from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Arvada Public Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave. Seating is limited. Register by e-mailing Sandra@ParamountTransitions.com or calling 303-431-3092.
APril 5
A Prospective Member Workshop hosted by The Doctor Susan Anderson chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) runs from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the Arvada Library’s 1st floor meeting room, 7525 W 57th Avenue. Membership is open to women under 18 years of age and older who can establish lineage to a patriot of the American Revolution. RSVP to Lisa Berta, Chapter Registrar, 303-748-2793 or Sandy Tan, Chapter Membership, 303-425-7574
FUNDRAISERS
MARCH 16
Job’s Daughters Parent Club for Bethel No. 5 of Arvada hosts a fundraiser event at Doc Holiday Casino starting at 1 p.m. Reservations required. For more information, call Jana Ottersberg. 303-420-5606
REUNIONS
The Jefferson High School Class of 1988 will celebrate its 20-year reunion in 2008. All Jefferson High Class of ‘88 alumni are encouraged to visit the reunion Web site at www.maxms.com/jhs to learn more and to register for future correspondence
RELIGION
ONGOING
The Baha’i Faith sponsors a “Tranquility Zone” on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 7:30 p.m. at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. The “Zone” is a 45-minute meditative program of music and short inspirational readings designed to relieve stress, restore balance and nourish the spirit. It is a service project of the Baha’i community of Arvada. Free of charge and no collections.
Arvada United Methodist Church, 6750 Carr St., offers short morning prayer services at 7 a.m. Monday to Thursday. All are welcome. 303-421-5135
VOLUNTEERS
ONGOING
Volunteers are needed at the Habitat for Humanity outlet store, 10625 West I-70 Frontage Road, just east of Med Ved Chevrolet in Wheat Ridge. Staff members will train and assist volunteers in processing and shelving donations, and as cashiers. Contact Alice Gobel at 303-996-5468 or alice@habitatmetrodenver.org
The Senior Resource Center needs volunteers for a new respite care program that offers support to family members who are caring for a chronically ill or frail older adult by placing a trained volunteer in the home for a maximum of four hours, allowing the caregiver rest and personal time away. 303-235-6941 or www.srcaging.org —
The American Red Cross Mile High Chapter seeks a volunteer health and safety instructor to train community members in emergency response, First Aid, Cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other related skills. 303-607-4757 or www.denver-redcross.org
Jefferson County Human Services has volunteer opportunities for children, youth and families, including child care and child protection administrative support positions. Also, Jefferson County Head Start needs volunteers to help with child care during monthly parent-teacher conferences at various times and locations throughout the county. 303-271-4689 or vevangel@jeffco.us
The visitors’ center at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Golden is seeking volunteers. 303-384-6566
Victim Outreach Information is looking for volunteers to assure that victim’s rights are upheld. 303-202-2196
The Christian Action Guild needs help sorting donations, answering phones, and working in the thrift store. 303-278-4041
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program is looking for seniors 55 and older to fill volunteer positions with nonprofit organizations all over Jefferson County. 303-235-6942
Inter-Church ARMS seeks volunteer pen pals and reading tutors to work with youth, as well as volunteers to answer phones. Inter-Church ARMS is a nonprofit group that provides financial and emotional support to people in need. 303-456-4892
HEALTH
ONGOING
Free counseling for drugs or alcohol addiction is available through Narconon. 1-800-468-6933 or www.stopaddiction.com
A free yoga class for Parkinson’s patients and their caregivers is offered every Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. at Asana Studio, 16399 S. Golden Road. 303-437-6666 or www.asanastudio.com
Collier Hospice Center at Exempla Lutheran Medical Center, 32nd Avenue and Lutheran Parkway in Wheat Ridge, offers free summer tours to patients and families, hospice providers, health-care professionals and students to view the beautiful building and thoughtful amenities provided for end-of-life care. Tours take about 30 minutes. 303-403-7270, jonespj@exempla.org or www.exempla.org
A kids-only chiropractic clinic, Let The Children Speak, is held 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Jewel Chiropractic, 824 S. Queen Way, Lakewood. Initial visits are $40, and wellness visits are $20. The clinic is offered every fourth Saturday. 303-922-1341 or iyesunamn@yahoo.com
The Jefferson County Department of Health and Environment encourages families without child health insurance to apply for Child Health Plan Plus. Applications are available at the Arvada, Conifer and Lakewood sites. Eligibility is based on financial qualification. 303-239-7120
The Jefferson County Department of Health and Environment has immunization clinics in Lakewood and Arvada. They are by appointment only. 303-232-6301
The Jefferson County Department of Health and Environment offers anonymous or confidential HIV counseling and testing for $25. A rapid test is now available, and clients can get results while they wait. Service will not be denied due to inability to pay. Testing is available by appointment only at the Arvada, Conifer and Lakewood clinics, except on Thursdays in Lakewood from 4:30 to 7 p.m. There is a reserved appointment for a walk-in the Arvada clinic at 6:30 p.m. the first Thursday of every month. 303-239-7036
Mothers of Pre-Schoolers (MOPS), a group of moms with children age birth to 5, meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 9 to 11 a.m. at Foothills Community Church, 8270 W. 80th Ave. Childcare is provided. 720-298-6665
SUPPORT GROUPS
ONGOING
The Hospice of St. John has a free support group dealing with grief from 6 to 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday. 303-232-7900
The Independent Men’s Support Group meets Tuesdays from 7 to 9:30 p.m. 303-969-9543 or 303-471-6656
A free low-vision support group for people ages 55 and older meets every third Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the North Jeffco Senior Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd. 303-442-8662
Freedom from Hurts, Hang-ups and Habits, a Christian 12-step program, meets Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m. at Faith Bible Chapel, 4890 Carr St. 303-424-2121 ext. 2401
The Fresh Start Dating and Friendship Club for handicapped and disabled singles ages 25 to 75 hosts various meetings and events throughout the year. Call for more information. 303-940-8071
FOR SENIORS
ONGOING
A free dance and lunch, sponsored by Seniors Day Out, starts at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays at the Lions Club building, 5725 Teller St. Lunch starts at noon, and a contribution is requested. The lunch is provided by Volunteers of America. To RSVP, call between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. on the Wednesday before you plan to attend. 303-423-1540
Jefferson County Seniors can receive food boxes from The Emergency Food Assistance Program once a month from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursdays at Agape Life Church, 5970 W. 60th Ave. 303-431-6481
Duplicate bridge is played at noon on Tuesdays at the Arvada Senior Center, West 68th Avenue and Wadsworth Boulevard, The cost is $3. 303-422-2117
The Alzheimer’s Association’s help line is available from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. 303-813-1669 or 800-864-4404
The North Jeffco Senior Friday Club meets at 1 p.m. Fridays at the North Jeffco Community Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd. Programs include games and entertainment. There is a potluck at noon on the last Friday of the month. All seniors are welcome. Dues are $20 a year after the first two visits. 303-423-0975
Agape Life Church, 5970 W. 60th Ave., hosts a complimentary seniors’ luncheon on the first Sunday of the month following the 10:15 a.m. service. 303-431-6481
MEETINGS
MARCH 19
The Indian Tree 18 Hole Ladies Golf Club will hold a membership meeting at 1 p.m. at the Indian Tree Golf Course, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd. Those interested in joining are welcome to attend. The club plays every Wednesday starting April 2 through Oct. 29. New members pay an $85 initiation fee and must have a GHIN handicap of 40 or less. http://itwgc18.ghinclub.com/club/about or 303-403-2510.
ONGOING
A working at home information group meets from 1 to 1:45 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at La Dolce Vita, 5756 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, for local team training and continues to meet Contact Darlene Lowe, 303-424-1078
The North Area Newcomers and Social Club meets at 11:30 a.m. every fourth Tuesday in various venues. Contact Dee Jacobson. 303-425-4205 or deejacob@aol.com
The Arvada Jaycees have membership meetings on the second and fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Arvada Jaycee Hall, 5640 Yukon St., Olde Town Arvada. 720-270-4617
The Ralston Creek Sertoma Club meets at 7 a.m. the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at the Indian Tree Golf Club clubhouse, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. 303-940-7308
The Kiwanis Club of Lakeside and Wheat Ridge meets Thursdays from 7 to 8 a.m. at the IHOP restaurant, West 52nd Avenue and Wadsworth Blvd. 303-467-1969
The MOMs Club of Arvada East, a support group for stay-at-home mothers, meets at 9:30 a.m. the second Wednesday of the month at King of Kings Lutheran Church, 8300 Pomona Drive, Arvada. 303-422-3360
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 4331 meets at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month at 5340 Marshall St., Arvada. 303-424-3824
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 819 meets at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at 5340 Marshall St., Arvada. 303-424-3180
Zen Buddhist meditation meets every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. Monthly lectures by the Rev. Cliff Clusin. For more information and location, call Paul Barnett. 303-817-1807 or dragonmountainzendo@msn.com
American Legion Post No. 161 meets at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of every month at 6230 W. 60th Ave., Arvada. 303-424-0324
The Arvada Speak-Easy Toastmasters club meets at 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays at 5640 Yukon St. 303-463-8630 or www.toastmasters.org
The Arvada Lodge 130 A.F. and A.M., 7212 Ralston Road, meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of the month. www.arvadamasons.org 303-467-1558