ANNOUNCEMENTS
Starting OCT. 2
From Oct. 2 through flu season, while supplies last, the VNA will host flu immunization clinics every Tuesday and Thursday from 2 to 6 p.m. and every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The drive-through clinic is Saturday, Oct. 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The facility is located at 360 Grant Street, just off Speer Boulevard, in Denver. Flu shots are $25, FluMist is $35 and pneumonia shots are $40. The VNA accepts cash, checks and the following insurances: Medicare B, Tricare, Great West Healthcare, Rocky Mountain Health Plans, Humana Gold and Senior Plan. Medicaid or Kaiser Permanente are not accepted. Eligible employees, not covered by insurance, can also get their flu vaccines reimbursed through flexible spending accounts. Visit the VNA Web site, www.vnacolorado.org, or call the flu shot hotline at 303-698-6378. If you wish to schedule a flu shot clinic for a group of 25 or more, please call the flu shot hotline at 303-698-6378.
SEPT. 20
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) group meets at Crossroads Church of Denver, located at 50th and Kipling. MOPS is an outreach group for mothers of children ages 0-5. The purpose of the group is to meet the needs of every mom — stay-at-home and working moms, teen, single and married moms — moms with different lifestyles who all share a similar desire to be the very best moms they can be. The first meeting is from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. 720-299-9775
DEC. 31
To showcase the diversity of Colorado agriculture, the “Colorado…it’s AgriCultural” photography contest is seeking entries for this year’s contest. Entries must be submitted to the Colorado Department of Agriculture with an official entry form by Dec. 31. All photographs must be taken in the 2008 calendar year and must relate to Colorado agriculture in some way. Prizes will be awarded in four subject areas: crops, livestock, people and agritourism. Visit www.coloradoagriculture.com/aginsights or call 303-239-4119 for complete contest rules and an entry form.
ONGOING
The Advantage Learning Center, 155 Van Gorden St., Lakewood, is currently accepting applications for pre-kindergarten enrollment. Call the director, Pat Mauro, at 303-914-5482.
Golden Veterans of Foreign War Post 4171 is collecting used cell phones for recycling to contribute to Operation Cell Phone. This is a local program that participates in the national VFW’s Operation Uplink effort. All proceeds from this effort go to purchasing pre-paid phone cards which will be distributed to U.S. troops serving our country and hospitalized veterans in order to connect them with their loved ones. To donate a cell phone or obtain a collection box call 303-279-2119.
EVENTS
THROUGH SEPT. 21
Jose O’Shea’s is celebrating 30 years in Lakewood. To commemorate, Jose O’Shea’s is hosting events starting every night at 6 p.m. The events include Mariachi bands, face painters and balloon artists, giveaways, tequila dinners and sangria brunch Sunday. The events will be at 385 Union Blvd. Lakewood. Call 303-988-7333 or visit www.joseosheas.com for more information and details on daily events.
SEPT. 19
Join State Senator Mike Kopp from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Inter Canyon Fire Department, Station #3, 8445 S. Highway 285 in Morrison, where he will present legislative solutions to the wildfire challenges faced in Colorado, and be available to answer other constituent concerns.
SEPT. 20, 21, 27 and 28
Thomas the Tank Engine is coming to the Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th, Golden. Children can take a 25-minute ride with Thomas, have an opportunity to meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy more activities fun for the whole family. First departure is 8:30 a.m. and last departure is 5:30 p.m. Tickets for a Day Out With Thomas 2008: The Great Discovery are on sale now and available by calling Ticketweb toll-free at 866-468-7630 or visit www.ticketweb.com/Thomas or www.ColoradoRAILROADMuseum.org. Ticket prices are $18 plus tax for ages 2 and up.
SEPT. 20
Come Live the Y Life, an Open House at the Duncan Family YMCA, 6350 Eldridge Street, Arvada, runs 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn more about membership, programs and classes at the YMCA. Join now through Sept. 30 and waive the joining fee. Cost of the open house is free. Contact Jen Luby at 303-422-4977.
Valued by shoppers, local producers will be in the limelight during Whole Foods Market’s second annual Farmers and Food Artisans Road Tour – a lively farmer’s market event at Belmar, 444 S. Wadsworth Blvd, Lakewood. Whole Foods Market shoppers will have the opportunity to meet the famed food producers and learn the behind the scenes story first hand as vendors sample and sell their products. 303-935-5000
SEPT. 21
Faith Bible Chapel’s 30th Annual Israel Awareness Day runs 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 6250 Ward Road, Arvada. Admission is free. Contact Paula Romer, 303-424-2121, ext 92450 for more information. The evening program beginning at 6 p.m. features speaker Dennis Prager. Daytime activities run 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. include multi-media drama presentation, educational displays, seminars, Holocaust display, children’s activity rooms, Israeli singing and dancing and food sales.
The Rocky Flats Family Reunion Picnic begins at 1 p.m. at Westminster Elks Club, 3850 Elk Drive Westminster.
SEPT. 22
Nationally syndicated conservative radio talk show host and bestselling author Dennis Prager and nationally syndicated progressive newspaper columnist and bestselling author David Sirota debate in Denver on “What’s Better for America – Liberal or Conservative Ideas?” The event will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. at South High School, 1700 East Louisiana Ave. in southeast Denver. Tickets are $21 in advance, $25 at the door. www.pragerevent.com
SEPT. 24
“Creating a Skilled Workforce,” the West Chamber fall membership breakfast, will be 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Copper Fields Events Chateau, 4901 Marshall St., Wheat Ridge. Keynote speaker Dr. Eric Roe will discuss the strategy that needs to be implemented in Jefferson County to create a high-skilled, high-level workforce. The event is $20 for individual breakfast, and $200 for a corporate table of eight. Call 303-233-5555 or visit www.westchamber.org for more information.
Vertical Ethiopia starts 7 p.m. at the American Mountaineering Center, 710 10th St., Suite 100, Golden. Majka Burhardt’s stories and experiences are chronicled in her new book, “Vertical Ethiopia: Climbing Toward Possibility in the Horn of Africa.” Her presentation examines the interaction between the Ethiopia of the past and the potential of today, with a specific focus on the intersections between history and opportunity, adventure and culture and environment and growth. Cost is $12.50. 303-996-2755
SEPT. 25
Helping Hearts and Hands is having their eighth annual luncheon. All are invited to attend. Please call 720-407-6690.
OCT. 16 THROUGH 19
The Eugenia Mitchell gallery dedication, in honor of the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum’s founder, will be at 1:45 p.m. prior to the lecture by Barbara Barr at 2 p.m. 303-277-0377 or rmqm@rmqm.org
OCT. 19
Simpson United Methodist Church’s 24th annual arts and crafts showcase is 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the church’s fellowship hall, 6001 Wolf St., Arvada. All items of arts, crafts and food items are homemade by members of Simpson Church, their families and members of the Japanese Community. E-mail simpsonumc@comcast.net for more information.
OCT. 25
The ninth annual Healthy Fair will be from 8:30 a.m. to noon. The fair will be at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Parish Center, 969 Ulysses in Golden. Free services include; hearing testing, blood pressure screening, contintnal breakfast, massages and pulmonary functioning test and more. Low cost flu shots, flu mist and pneumonia shots are also available. Everyone is welcome. 303-279-5379
Magical Mile Gala for CASA of Jefferson and Gilpin Counties is holding an event at 6 p.m. at BelMar Center including a silent auction, hors d’oeuvres and cocktails. 7:30 p.m. is a sit down dinner, Live music, live auction and paddle raiser. For more information, call 303-271-6535 or visit www.casajeffcogilpin.com.
VISUAL ART
THROUGH SEPTEMBER
Artist K. Henderson presents Portraits of Native Americans to Western Way of Life at Spirits in the Wind Gallery, 1211 Washington Ave., Golden. 303-279-1192 or www.spiritsinthewindgallery.com
THROUGH OCT. 5
Headdresses, Helmets, Hats: Headwear from Around the World appears in the Radius Gallery at Lakewood’s Heritage Center, 801 S. Yarrow St. The headpieces are from the private collection of guest curator Dr. Beverly Chico.
THROUGH OCT. 26
Mountainside Art Guild presents a miniature painting show at the Foothills II Art Center, 1510 Washington Ave., Golden. Gallery hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. 303-973-2679.
SEPT. 18 THROUGH NOV. 16
“Dave Yust: Looking Back/Looking Forward 1970s-2008 Explorations in Symmetry and Inclusion Series: Circles and Ellipses” will be displayed in the Lower Gallery of the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Yust has been a distinguished artist and professor of art at Colorado State University in Fort Collins. To schedule a tour, call 720-898-7255.
“Takashi Nakazato: Tradition and Innovation” will be on exhibit in the Theater Gallery of the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Nakazato’s work typically combines elements of his Japanese heritage with his own innovative style and technique. To schedule a tour, call 720-898-7255.
“Mai Why Schantz: Paddling Upstream” will be shown in the Upper Gallery of the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Her large oil on aluminum paintings typically feature distant landscape or seascape vistas with wide, low horizon lines and dazzling skies. To schedule a tour, call 720-898-7255.
ONGOING
Artist Freda Kanizay offers an open studio from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and 9 a.m. to noon Thursdays with a model at 625 S. Parfet St., Lakewood. Her paintings are for sale. The open studio is free. 303-986-0427
The artwork of Joan Brooks is on display at the Nail Boutique, 106 N. Rubey Drive, Suite C, Golden. The artwork varies from oils to mixed media and from landscapes to abstracts.
A community art day runs from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturdays at Front Range Waldorf School, 12577 W. Cedar Drive, Lakewood. Attendees can explore watercolor painting, clay modeling and drawing. Kris Carlson, a Waldorf-trained teacher with more than 25 years experience as a professional artist, leads the classes. Classes are free and open to all ages. 303-232-9148
THEATER AND FILM
THROUGH SEPt. 26
“Hay Fever,” written by Noel Coward and directed by Richard H. Pegg, will be at the Miners Alley Playhouse at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 6 p.m. Sundays (2 p.m. Sept. 26). The cost is $20, with senior, student and group rates available. Miners Alley Playhouse is located upstairs of the historic Foss building on 13th Street and Washington Avenue. Contact Rick Bernstein at mtckid@earthlink.net or 303-935-3044.
THROUGH NOV. 15
“Hansel and Gretel” will be playing at the Heritage Square Music Hall Children’s Theatre, 18301 W. Colfax Ave D-103 Golden 80401. This new twist on this tale from The Brothers Grimm will delight young and old alike. The show begins at 1:30 p.m. The cost is $6 for children and adults and $5 for seniors. Contact 303-279-7800 for more information and reservations.
THROUGH SEPT. 20
The Festival Playhouse presents “A Nice Family Gathering” beginning at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. This show is appropriate for ages 12 and up. The Playhouse is located at 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. Tickets are $14 Friday and Saturday night and $12 Sunday. Call the box office at 303-422-4090 or e-mail at festivalplayhouse.com.
SEPT. 16 THROUGH OCT. 12
“Les Miserables” makes its way to the Arvada Center’s main stage. Previews are 7:30 p.m. Sept. 12 through the 14 and the cost is $26. The show plays at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays and 1 p.m. Wednesdays. The cost is $55 for weekend shows and $50 for weeknight shows.
SEPT. 19 THROUGH 26
Miner’s Alley Playhouse presents “Summertree” Fri./Sat. 7:30 p.m.; Sun. 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct 26 at 2 p.m. (no 6 p.m. performance on Oct. 26) at 1224 Washington Ave. (Downtown Golden above the Old Foss Building). Tickets are $20, with a $3 discount to active and retired military. 303-935-3044 or minersalley.com
SEPT. 27
The award-winning magic duo of Keir Royale & Anikka together with Comedian Dan McGowan, Juggler Ann Lincoln and Emcee Dr. Earl Reum bring comedy and illusion to Arvada’s Festival Playhouse, 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd, in a family friendly show for all ages featuring nearly two hours of hilarious magic, juggling and large scale illusions. Two performances only at 2 and 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $12 for children (12 and under) and are available online at www.lifeismagical.com/tickets, by calling 720-318-4425 for reservations or at the door.
SEPT. 30 THROUGH DEC. 28
“Seussical” will run Sept. 30 through Nov. 14 in the main stage theater, and Nov. 28 through Dec.28 in the black box theater. Embrace the wild and whimsical world of Dr. Seuss as it has never been seen before! Classic stories including “Horton Hears a Who,” “Gertrude McFuzz” and “The Cat in the Hat” collide in this musical extravaganza with all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters. Tickets go on sale Aug.1. Weekday general admission tickets cost $8 and weekend reserved tickets are $9. For more information on the Arvada Center call the Arvada Center box office at 720-898-7200 or visit arvadacenter.org.
OCT. 3
The Lakewood Cultural Center is pleased to announce the Philadelphia Dance Company, affectionately known as Philadanco, performing in the Black Tradition at 7:30 p.m. in the intimate 310-seat theater (470 S. Allison Parkway at Wadsworth and Alameda). Tickets are $26 for adults and are available by calling 303-987-7845, online at www.lakewood.org or at the Lakewood Cultural Center Box Office, 470 S. Allison Parkway. Senior, student and group discounts available. Free parking on site.
FEB. 17 THROUGH MAY 9
“Just So” will play in the main stage theater at the Arvada Center for Arts and Humanities. Ever wonder how life’s little mysteries came about? It’s time to find out! Set in a once-upon-a-time land of trunkless elephants, thin-skinned rhinos and spotless leopards, everything is “just so” until a great adventure transforms them all. “Just So” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). Tickets go on sale Aug.1. Weekday general admission tickets cost $8 and weekend reserved tickets are $9. For more information on the Arvada Center call the Arvada Center box office at 720-898-7200 or visit arvadacenter.org.
MUSIC
SEPTEMBER
The following bands will be performing at Jake’s Roadhouse, 5980 Lamar St., Arvada. Jake’s is a 21+ club with no cover charge. Blues band Blue Stone Mojo (Sept. 21) starts at 2 p.m. and Sammy Dee and Mike Maurer both play at 9 p.m. Sept. 19. Kate LaRoux, plays acoustic at 3 p.m. Sept. 28. 303-670-9950
SEPT. 18
The Takács Quartet with Marc-André Hamelin will be at the Lakewood Cultural Center at 7:30 p.m. at 470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood. The quartet will be joined by Canadian pianist Marc-André Hamelin to present Schumann’s incomparable Piano Quintet. The cost is $26 for adults.
SEPT. 19
Blues artist Sammy Dee plays 9 p.m. at Jake’s Roadhouse, 5980 Lamar, Arvada. Sammy Dee is an Honorary Louisiana Bluesman. The band plays modern mainstream Louisiana Texas style blues. Great for dancing. People of all ages love this music. www.sammydeemorton.com
SEPT. 21
JUC Live! presents John McCutcheon in his only Colorado appearance this season at 4 p.m. at Jefferson Unitarian Church (JUC), 14350 W. 32nd Avenue in Golden. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors (60+) and $12 for students and available online at www.juclive.org or at the JUC office Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Concert attendees will have an opportunity to meet John after the concert. 303-279-5282
SEPT. 26
Alex Komodore with Jeff LaQuatra will perform works by Telemann and Brahms, plus contemporary composers Philip Houghton, Frederick Hand and Paulo Bellinati at 7 p.m. The performance is part of the Arvada Center’s Music with a View series. 6901 Wadsworth Boulevard, Arvada. 720-898-7200
SEPT. 27 AND 28
“A Funny Thing Happened On The Way to the Nuptials” begins at 7 p.m. Sept. 27 and 3 p.m. Sept. 28 at Applewood Valley United Methodist Church, 2135 Ellis St., Golden. This five-act, musical play provides great singing and entertainment for the whole family. Tickets cost $15, or $12 for students and seniors and $7 for kids ages 6 to 11. www.goldencommunitychoirs.org.
ONGOING
Patrice LeBlane performs live jazz (piano/vocals) with Rex Spease on woodwinds every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Cucina Roma Roma Restaurant, 12363 W. 64th Ave. 303-431-4200
Jon Chandler hosts a song circle the third Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at the Old Town Pickin’ Parlor, 7515 W. Grandview Ave., Arvada. 303-421-2304
A drum circle gets rolling at 7:15 p.m. Tuesdays at Full Moon Books, 9108 W. Sixth Ave., Lakewood. 303-233-6666
The dance group “Sidekickers” seeks enthusiastic performers for their Gold Rush Show, Malt Shop Review and USO Show, which all feature dances dating to those eras. Any level of dancing skill is welcome. 303-936-9377 or 303-994-0955
Musicians play during free Friday afternoon wine tastings at the D Note, 7519 W. Grandview Ave., Arvada. 303-463-6683
A jazz jam starts at 11 a.m., followed by $5 salsa lessons and dancing with La Candela salsa orchestra at 7:30 p.m. Sundays at the D Note, 7519 W. Grandview Ave., Arvada. 303-463-6683
A karaoke contest begins at 9:30 p.m. Sundays at Eck’s Saloon, 9890 W. Girton Drive, Lakewood. Winners get cash prizes. 303-989-2991
Residents have 15 minutes to do anything they want at the open stage at 7 p.m. Mondays at the D Note, 7519 W. Grandview Ave., Arvada. 303-463-6683
The Village Roaster Cafe, 7978 W. Alameda Ave., Unit E, Lakewood, has musical artists performing a variety of styles Friday nights from 7 to 9 p.m.
The Clam Daddys plays at 7:30 p.m. most Wednesdays at the D Note, 7519 W. Grandview Ave., Arvada. 303-463-6683
LITERARY
ONGOING
All Jefferson County libraries accept used books, both paperbacks and hardbacks, year-round. 303-275-2240
Each Jefferson County Public Library location offers a used book sale area. Most hardbound books cost $2, paperbacks $1 and magazines 10 cents. Proceeds go to a good cause; they help fund children’s and teen reading programs, including the Summer Reading Club, Traveling Children’s Library and Knott’s Kids. www.friendsofjcpl.org
Jefferson County Public Libraries publish a monthly newsletter listing free classes, activities for children and special programs for adults. Pick up a copy at any Jefferson County public library. 303-275-2205
Jefferson County Public Libraries offer recycled children’s books and materials to Jefferson County nonprofit agencies. Materials may be picked up the second Thursday of every month at the library offices, 10200 W. 20th Ave., Lakewood. Representatives should bring identification of their organization. 303-275-2224
Storytime is offered at all Jefferson County libraries. For a schedule of Storytime, programs and activities for children, visit www.jefferson.lib.co.us.
OUTDOORS
OCT. 26
Open shows happen at A Rising Star Equestrian Center, 9470 Indiana St., Arvada. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Classes start at 9 a.m. For information and entry forms, call 303-431- 4675.
ONGOING
Kayak Roll Lessons are offered 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday at the Golden Recreation Center pool. The $50 fee includes equipment and instruction by Renaissance Adventure Guides. 303-215-9386 or www.goldenriversports.net
The Colorado Mountain Club, 710 10th St., Golden, offers a variety of introductory and intermediate climbing classes for youth this summer. 303-996-2751 or www.cmc.org/education
FAMILY
ONGOING
Colorado Mills, 14500 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood, has a variety of free programs for children each month. 303-590-1393
The D Note, 7519 W. Grandview Ave., Arvada, presents Baby Boogie, a music and dance event for families and children, from 3 to 6 p.m. every Sunday. 303-463-6683
Various classes and activities for kids are presented at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. www.arvadacenter.org or 720-898-7200
AUDITIONS
ONGOING
Come sing with the Golden Concert Choir. We are committed to bringing the joy of singing to everyone. Rehearsals are at Applewood Valley United Methodist Church, 2035 Ellis Street, Golden. New singers should arrive at 6:30. Rehearsals are Monday evenings from September to May, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. There are choir dues (special arrangements available). For more information, please contact membership chair Judy Denison at 303-279-5177 or judy_d@prodigy.net. See the Web page at www.goldencommunitychoirs.org.
Sweet Adelines High Country Chorus is hosting a membership drive for women of all vocal ranges from 6:30 to 10 p.m. every Tuesday at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 4500 Wadsworth Blvd., Wheat Ridge. Come and meet women who love to sing. 303-295-0307
Michelle’s Music Studio has openings for seventh- to 12th- grade tenor and baritone singers wanting voice coaching. Solos are available for the Spring 2008 concert at Colorado Christian University in Lakewood. Auditions will be scheduled after an interview and with parent approval. 303-989-7272 or MTBecole@msn.com
Original roots rock band Carla Conover and the E Project Band seeks a drummer at West Colfax E-Vent Center, 9797 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood. 303-883-0204 or kencrow@comcast.net
The Wheat Ridge Community Chorale is auditioning for all voice parts. 303-431-2201
The Musical Sacra Chamber Orchestra is holding auditions for section players in all string and brass sections. Contact 303-421-2141 for an audition time.
The Lakewood Symphony has openings for section strings and substitutes in all other sections are ongoing. 303-980-0400.
The Colorado Chorale is holding auditions for all voices. Call for an audition appointment. 303-422-5785
CLASSES, LECTURES
THROUGH OCT. 14
Learn the art of American Scrimshaw, the carving or engraving on ancient ivory, bone, horn and other materials. Nationally recognized scrimshaw artist and author, Jim Stevens, will guide you through creating beautiful scrimshaw. In this class you will work on multiple surfaces, with the final piece being an ivory pendant necklace. No special artist ability is required. For ages 16 and up. Classes will be at the Wheat Ridge Community Center, 6363 W. 35th St. The cost is $35 for Wheat Ridge residents and $40 for non-residents. A $25 supply fee due to instructor first day of class (includes all tools and supplies needed for the class). To sign up contact Shelly Pinkernell, Recreation Coordinator, at 303-205-7513.
SEPT. 19
Love and Logic – a class taught by Barry Ebert, a parenting expert – will give practical advice for parenting and grandparenting and will answer questions about raising children. The class begins at 6 p.m. at Calvary Episcopal Church, 1320 Arapahoe. The cost is $10 per person. 303-279-5379
SEPT. 20
The Rape Assistance and Awareness Program offers Personal Safety Skills for Women classes from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the 6th Ave. United Church of Christ, 3250 E. 6th Ave., Denver. Participants learn effective physical, verbal and psychological protection techniques to fend off an attack. The course is appropriate for all women and girls age 13 and older, regardless of strength or physical ability. The cost is $60, pre-registration required. Call Lisa at 303-329-9922 or e-mail lxiong@raap.org. Scholarships are available.
SEPT. 20 THROGH 21
Architectural photography is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Working With Artists, both days. Architecture defines where and how we live in our surroundings. Skillful architecture photographs convey a perception and vision of that experience, and this will be the goal in this workshop. Practice shooting in Belmar the first day and at a special location TBA on day two. All camera formats are welcome. There will be 4×5 demo, and the 4×5 camera can be used on loan if requested. Digital tilt shift lens demo will also be given. Class price is $245 or $220.50 for members.
SEPT. 24
Dynamic Marriage Class runs 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Lakewood Church of Christ, 455 Youngfield Court, Lakewood. The cost is $150. Contact Jack Young at rkymtfmg@comcast.net or 303-981-4501 for more information.
SEPT. 24
The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory Visitors Center will host a special presentation titled “Science on a Sphere” from noon until 1 p.m. The location will be the NREL Visitors Center, 15013 Denver West Parkway, Golden, Colo. Register in advance by calling the NREL Visitors Center at 303-384-6565. This presentation is part of NREL Visitors Center’s “VC Power Lunch Lecture” Series. Participants are welcome to bring a lunch to enjoy during the presentation. Visit http://www.nrel.gov/visitors_center/ to learn more about upcoming events or to download a map and directions.
SEPT. 26
Co-cordinator Judy Dunlavy cordially invites members and visitors to the Denver Metro Area Church Women United Convocation from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on “God’s Wisdom Honors Children.” Hear presenter Becky Miller Updike, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Every Child Matters Campaign, on Child Health Care hosted by the ladies of Shorter Community AME Church, 3100 Richard Allen Court, Denver. Cost including lunch by Debbie Ford of DD’s Food and Catering is $8. To attend call 303-755-2188 by Sept. 12. Bring a new ethnically diverse book for a pre-schooler or a child up to 12 years old for the Granny Connection chaired by Claudette Sweet and a non-perishable food item.
SEPT. 30
Encouraging Achievement: Developing the Habits of Mind Necessary for Students to Excel, is a lecture hosted by Jeffco Gifted and Talented Department. The event will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Jeffco Education Center Building 27, School Board Room, 5th Floor, 1829 Denver West Drive, Golden. This open, educational evening is provided free-of-charge by JAGC for parents and educators (small donations at the door are always appreciated). RSVPs welcome but not essential; please e-mail JAGC at info@jeffcogifted.org or call Vicki Ray at 303-431-8054.
OCT. 11
Couple Connection – a free communication workshop for married and premarital couples – will help couples explore their relationship and learn new communication skills that will greatly increase chances for a fulfilling marriage. Check in is at 8 a.m., the workshop runs 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with lunch provided. The workshop will be at Mesa View Community Church, 17716 Golden Road. To register, or for more information, go to www.rmfc.org.
ONGOING
Drs. Scott and Leah Hahn of Body In Balance Chiropractic offer a variety of ongoing wellness classes to the Golden community. Topics vary, including nutrition, fintess and whole-body health. Call 303-215-0390 for dates and times of upcoming classes.
Thank God It’s Friday Yoga- Asana Yoga Studio hosts Thank God It’s Friday Yoga from 6 to 7:15 p.m. every Friday night. The class is a healthy alternative on Friday night to help you decompress from the week and approach the weekend in a positive, calm, peaceful space. Vinyasa flow uses momentum, music and breath. A flowing sequence of postures is linked together. These classes build strength and stamina at the same time as increasing flexibility. Class is followed by relaxation. The cost is $5 for the first visit to the studio, and punch cards are available.
Young Americans Center for Financial Education is offering several camps for second through seventh graders. Weeklong camps include Young AmeriTowne, International Towne, Jr. Money Matters, Girls Can and more. Each camp is $185; financial assistance is available. Details and registration can be found at www.yacenter.org or by calling 303-321-2265.
Three Trusts, Inc. offers classes each month in Golden and online to help parents reduce the impact of divorce on their children at 1010 Washington Ave., (Golden Visitors Center), second floor. 720-290-5715 or www.threetrusts.com
The North Jeffco Park and Recreation District board of directors meetings take place the first and third Thursdays of each month at 7 p.m. at the Apex Center, 13150 W. 72nd Ave. For more information and an agenda, visit www.northjeffco.org. 303-424-2739
Community Tai Chi and Yoga Classes are offered through the Eli Ashby Healing Arts Center, 7401 Grandview Ave., Arvada. Tai Chi is a form of moving meditation that incorporates preventative and curative traditional Chinese medicine. $180/18 classes. Yoga eases anxiety, increases self-esteem and confidence and benefits immune, muscular and skeletal systems. $125/10 classes, $15/drop-ins. All levels and ages are welcome. Family discounts are available. 303-463-6565
Free yoga classes for people with Parkinson’s run from 2 to 3 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday at Asana Studio, 16399 South Golden Road, Golden. The primary goal of the class is to empower Parkinson’s patients with skills that enable them to cope with the physical challenges of the disease. For more information contact Joann Gibson. 303-915-4971 or JGibson624@aol.com
StrollerFit Exercise with Your Baby invites new and expectant moms for a 50-minute total body workout using strollers as a portable fitness machine while songs, nursery rhymes and other visual and tactile stimulation entertain babies. The group meets at 9:30 a.m. Mondays in the event center at Colorado Christian University, 8787 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood; and 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Gold Crown Foundation Field House, 150 S. Harlan, Lakewood. The first class is free. 720-233-6666 or www.strollerfit.com/denver/west
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Colorado sponsors free family education classes through October. The classes are offered at various locations throughout the state and are designed for families and caregivers of adults, adolescents and children diagnosed with a brain disorder. Call or visit the Web site for locations, dates and times. 303-697-6808 or www.namicolorado.org
Singles University offers numerous classes for singles via telephone and Internet. Topics include making small talk, attraction traps, flirting with women and dating over the holidays. www.singles-university.com
The Tri-County Workforce Center, 730 Simms St., Golden, offers a variety of free workshops on job searching, networking and computers. www.trico1stop.org or 303-271-4715
The Wheat Ridge Senior Center, 6363 W. 35th Ave., offers a variety of classes on computers, art, Spanish, cooking and wellness. 303-205-7500
The Wheat Ridge Senior/Community Center, 6363 W. 35th Ave., hosts a Healthy Design series from 1 to 2 p.m. Fridays. Learn how to transform your favorite recipes into healthy alternatives and how to use herbs and spices in your cooking. Cost is $4 a class. 303-205-7500
Jefferson County Colorado State University Cooperative Extension hosts an urban gardening series at Belmar. Receive free gardening tips from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sundays. 303-742-1520
The Festival Playhouse in Olde Town Arvada offers acting classes for children ages 6 to 17 of all levels of experience at 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. Cost is $100 to $200. 303-422-4090
Whole Foods Market-Belmar, 444 South Wadsworth Blvd., hosts a variety of food classes and book signings each month. 303-935-5000
The “E” Project, 9797 W. Colfax, Lakewood, offers performing arts classes for children and adults. Classes include beginning theater, playwriting for teens, improvisational theater and playacting for seniors. www.theeproject.org or 303-883-0204
The nonprofit Small Business Development Center of Colorado, 1667 Cole Blvd., Building 19, No. 400, Golden, provides private, individual counseling to emerging and existing businesses at no charge.
A teen acting and on-camera audition workshop for ages 11 to 18 is offered Sundays at Bill Howey’s Acting Workshop. 303-763-9029. 303-233-5555 ext. 1202 or www.digitalmovies.tv
Charles Whitlock Recreation Center, 1555 Dover St., Lakewood, offers ongoing classes in Nia, a barefoot, cardiovascular mind-body fitness. Classes meet at 6:15 p.m. Tuesdays. There is a $10 drop-in fee. 720-963-5366
Timberline Gardens, 11700 W. 58th Ave., Arvada, has a wide range of gardening classes Saturdays and Sundays. 303-420-4060
Beginners’ dance classes for individuals and couples begin at 7 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Golden, 17701 W. 16th Ave. Dances include Foxtrot, East Coast Swing, Waltz and Latin. Cost is $5. 303-279-5591
The Music Workshop of Golden will meet Wednesday nights in the Olsson Music Studio, 659 Partridge Circle, Golden. 303-279-2932 or musicworkshopofgolden@comcast.net
Classes on computers, technology and library usage are offered at various Jefferson County libraries. 303-271-6387
Full Moon Books, 9108 W. Sixth Ave., Lakewood, offers a wide variety of classes every month. 303-233-6666 or Cathy@FullMoonBooks.com
Open Studio is available with instruction by Lynn Carrol, previously a teacher of painting and collage in Lakewood. The class takes no more than six students. The fee is $60 a month. 303-273-5876
Open Studio is available with instruction by Claudia Gausman for a maximum of six students. The fee is $58, plus a $5 materials fee. 303-271-0138
Foothills Art Center in Golden hosts art classes. 303-279-3922 or www.foothillsartcenter.org
The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities hosts a variety of classes, camps and workshops for both children and adults that are available year-round. Participants learn about the performing arts, visual arts and humanities. Sessions range from one day to 10 weeks. Some courses are available for college credit through Red Rocks Community College. Prices range from $25 to $325. 720-898-7200 or www.arvadacenter.org
Whole Foods Market, 14357 W. Colfax Ave., Golden, hosts a variety of wellness programs each month. These programs are open to the public. 303-277-1339
Free financial education classes run from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Complete Spectrum Financial Services, 10090 Garrison St., Westminster. Topics include the understanding of indexed life insurance, indexed annuities, long-term care, different mortgages, reverse mortgages and creating tax-free income. 303-922-4309
FUNDRAISERS
SEPT. 21
West Woods Elementary School PTSA will be hosting its fifth annual “Run with the Wolves” 5K/1K race. The 5K race will begin at 9 a.m. and the 1K race will get underway at approximately 10 a.m. Both races will begin in the West Woods Elementary school parking lot, 72nd Ave. and Quaker in Arvada. Pre-registration costs are $20 for adults and students under 18 and senior citizens over 60 are $15. To register online before Sept. 7, visit www.active.com. Participants can also register at Duncan Family YMCA, 1st Bank in Arvada, or West Woods Elementary. 303-982-649
A three-on-three basketball tournament will be at Ralston Valley High School to raise money for a girl with lymphoma cancer. Open brackets with co-ed teams. E-mail Erica at enreeves@comcast.net for registration forms or questions.
The seventh annual Second Wind Fund Walk/Run/Ride will be held at Green Mountain High school starting at 12:30 p.m. The Second Wind Fund’s annual event is the largest suicide prevention event in the nation. Participants receive free BBQ lunch, massages, t-shirts, concerts, kids’ activities and a memorial dove release. Prizes are offered for anyone raising $100 or more in pledges. Cost is $10 for students, $25 for adults and $40 in pledges waives your fee. Register from 4 to 8 p.m. Sept. 18 at Barnes & Noble (14347 Colfax Ave., Lakewood), from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 20 at Green Mountain High School, before the event beginning at 9:30 a.m. on Sept. 21 or online at www.thesecondwindfund.org. Contact mlunnon@thesecondwindfund.org for more information.
SEPT. 25
Helping Hearts and Hands eighth annual luncheon is from 1:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Arvada United Methodist Church, 6750 Carr St., Arvada. Tickets are $30 for a basic ticket, $50 ‘one step for hope’ and $75 for ‘two steps for help.’ RSVP by Sept. 8. For more information, call 720-407-6690 or 303-936-9043.
OCT. 18
Chapter FP, PEO presents a scholarship benefit Books and Brunch from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at United Church of Christ, First and Carr St., Lakewood. Noted regional authors will discuss their newest books, including Margaret Coel, Sybil Downing and Marne Davis Kellogg. Cost is $25 per person (brunch included). All tickets are pre-sold. To order tickets, call Janet Nagl at 303-429-2819 or Jackie Goreham at 303-420-5867.
ONGOING
A pancake breakfast, hosted by Belmar Optimist Club and Whole Foods Market to benefit Alameda High School, is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday at the Market at Belmar on West Alaska Drive., Lakewood. The cost is $5. 303-742-1520 or www.belmarcolorado.com
Bring your old glasses to Samuel Baron’s Golden Vision Clinic, 2301 Ford St., Golden. Donate your glasses to be reused, recycled or given to those in need, to be distributed by missions in various parts of the world. 303-278-2020