BLOOD DRIVES
FEB. 16
Arvada Community Blood Drive will be from 1 to 6:30 p.m. Located at the King of Glory Lutheran Church, 10001 W. 58th Ave., Arvada. For more information or to schedule an appointment please contact Gloria Whitfield at 303-431-6241 or Liz Stewart at 303-422-3772.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ONGOING
This year, North Jefferson Junior Baseball Association is supporting the “Feeding the Future BackPack Program.” Each Friday, the Arvada Community Food Bank fills 750 backpacks with food for elementary school students who would otherwise be hungry over the weekend. These are Arvada children who attend Arvada schools. Throughout this season NJJBA will be holding food drives at the IPF, clinics, game fields, and tournaments. Suggested food donations: Canned items – Soup; SpaghettiOs; Fruit, Veggies; Beans; Tuna, one-lb Pasta; Macaroni & Cheese, Packages of individually-wrapped cookies; cheese and crackers, Granola Bars; Rice Crispy Treats; Pop-Tarts; Protein snacks. Donations can be made at the NJJBA Indoor Practice Facility which is located at 9374 West 58th Avenue, Arvada, 80002.
Do you want to grow and expand your business? Do you want to network with other professionals that want to help you succeed? We have several available openings. Come join us for lunch and check out the newest and hottest networking group on the west side. Belmar Business Leads, Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Johnny Carino’s, Lakewood Commons, 389 S. Wadsworth (SW corner of Alameda & Wads), Lakewood. 303-885-9979
Do you want to grow and expand your business? Do you want to network with women professionals who want to help you succeed? Established networking group is looking for businesswomen who can commit to a weekly morning breakfast meeting. The group is limited to one business per business category. 303-596-3022.
The search is on for the new Mrs. Arvada. Once selected, the community representative will then advance to compete in the Mrs. Colorado Pageant May 16 at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House, in downtown Denver. Interested applicants must live or work in the Arvada area, must be married during the time of competition, a resident of the state for at least six months, a U.S. citizen and be at least 18 years old. No performing talent necessary. Interested applicants are invited to find out more about the competition at www.mrscolorado.com and can request and receive free entry information by contacting Emily at the Mrs. Colorado office at 303-593-1199.
Head Start, a free pre-school, is enrolling children now for the 2008-2009 year in Jefferson County. We have several locations. For more information, call 303-271-7689.
The South Metro Denver SBDC will be offering a new course this fall called the NxLevel Entrepreneurial Training program. This is an intensive business planning course designed for entrepreneurs seeking knowledge and practical skills for starting, managing and/or growing their businesses. Participants graduate with a fully executed business plan. Prizes are awarded for the best business plans.
Events
FEB. 14
Come for Tea Time at the McIlvoy House, Valentines Day, from 1 to 3 p.m. Bring your friends and enjoy a light luncheon tea with a presentation by Katie Dix, Vintage Hanky Raconteur. Katie will bring back memories from the past through her charming presentation, “The History of the Handkerchief.” The tea will be a light luncheon of tea, scones, finger sandwiches, salad and desserts. For those of you who haven’t been to the McIlvoy House, 7307 Grandview Avenue, it is the perfect cozy setting for an afternoon of tea. Tickets are $20 per person. Please call The McIlvoy House, 303-431-1261, Bonnie at 303-420-0109 or stop by to purchase tickets. Proceeds will benefit the Arvada Historical Society.
FEB. 25
Guest Day at Our Connection is 7:25 to 8:45 a.m. in Arvada. Cost is $10. Contact Missy at 303-596-3022. Guest day for networking-leads group, which meets each Wed. morning in Arvada. We are seeking women business owners who can commit to a weekly morning meeting. Come try us out, see what we are about. Limited to one business per category. Please call for open categories.
CLASSES
ONGOING
Arvada’s Weight Loss Challenge runs Monday through Saturday at various times and locations. The program runs one hour a week for 12 weeks. Arvada RNs advise participants on proper nutrition, encourage exercise and provide free personal coaching and metabolism test. The program is for teens and adults. The entry fee is $29. Winners receive awards. Seats fill up fast, so register by contacting Kathy Davis. 303-462-1933
LIBRARY
FEB. 9
Arvada Library’s Monday Night Book Group begins at 7 p.m. and will read “Wish You Well” by David Baldacci. 7527 W. 57th Ave., Arvada. 303-235-5275
ONGOING
A Story Time program starts at 11:30 a.m. the fourth Thursday of every month at the Susan M. Duncan YMCA. It is a satellite program of the Jefferson County Public Library and is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Roubhie Fairchild. 303-422-4977
Need to make room for more books on your shelves? Now’s the time to donate your gently used books, audio books, videos, DVDs and CDs to Jefferson County Public Library. Bring donations to any of our 10 library locations.
RELIGION
ONGOING
Community Bible Study offers a 30-week study of Solomon’s wisdom and the pastoral letters from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Arvada Covenant Church, 5555 Ward Road. Women of all ages and denominations are welcome. Many children’s classes are full. 303-422-1235
An introductory Buddhist philosophy and meditation class is offered from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Sundays at 14194 W. Amherst Ave., Lakewood. All ages and faiths are welcome. No prior experience with Buddhism is necessary. Call Dave or Tracy. 303-665-2393 or summitdharmacenter.org
The Baha’i Faith sponsors a “Tranquility Zone” 7:30 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of each month at 7401 W. 59th Ave. 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
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered recovery ministry. The group meets at 5 p.m. Saturdays at Faith Bible Chapel’s East Auditorium, West 62nd Avenue and Ward Road. 303-424-2121, ext. 92401, or ww.jesusisans.org/cratfaith.htm
Agape Life Church, 5970 W. 60th Ave., hosts a nondenominational ladies’ Bible study at 10 a.m. Thursdays. The subject is “Living Life on Purpose Through Prayer.” 303-431-6481
VOLUNTEERS
ONGOING
Hospice volunteers are needed to be a friendly visitor, provide respite care, assist in the office or provide bereavement visits. Volunteers are specifically needed who are willing to serve in Lakewood, Wheat Ridge, Golden, Arvada or surrounding communities. Care is provided in private homes and skilled nursing facilities. Twenty hour training program is free. Meals, snacks and drinks provided. Next training will be held at the Broomfield office in September. Call April Green at Heartland Hospice for more information. 303-439-4908
Hope House of Colorado is looking for volunteers to help with babysitting, tutoring, transportation, special events, the welcoming committee and the Under $20 Club. Hope House is a non-profit organization that provides services for teen moms and their babies. Direct service volunteers will be required to attend an orientation, training session and must be able to pass a background check. A one-year commitment is required by Hope House. For further information contact Sue Pilon at 303-429-1012 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday or go to www.hopehouseofcolorado.org to complete a volunteer application.
The City of Arvada seeks volunteer rangers for the Arvada Reservoir. Those who enjoy working with people, can devote at least four hours a week to volunteer, and would love to fish at the Arvada Reservoir for free, this is a great opportunity. The Arvada Reservoir fishing season runs through Oct. 31. For more information, call Ken Billips. 720-898-7417.
Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge sets aside the second Tuesday of each month for habitat and maintenance work. Volunteers of all ages interested in improving the wildlife habitat are welcome to join. 303-289-0867
Lookout Mountain Nature Center, part of Jefferson County Open Space, is accepting applications for volunteer naturalists. 303-526-0212
Volunteers are needed to provide child care during foster parent training sessions from 5:45 to 9:15 p.m. Tuesdays in the Jeffco Human Services Building, 900 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden. 303-271-4689 or vevangel@jeffco.us
The First Judicial District Attorney’s Office seeks volunteers to work with domestic violence offenders in the diversion program, which provides supervision and services for felony and misdemeanor offenders. 303-271-6961
The Horse Protection League needs volunteers Wednesday and Saturday mornings to muck stalls, fill water tanks and groom horses. A parent or guardian must accompany children under 16. 303-216-0141, ext. 1, or maryann@cohpl.org
The Senior Resource Center needs volunteer drivers to provide rides for seniors to grocery stores, hair salons, recreation centers and other destinations throughout the Denver metro area. Supplemental insurance and mileage reimbursement is available. 303-235-6941
Jefferson County Open Space is recruiting park patrollers, naturalists, raptor observers and more. 303-271-5922
Table Mountain Animal Center needs temporary foster homes for animals and more volunteers to help at the shelter. 303-278-7575, ext.104
Victim Advocate Volunteers are needed by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office to help assist victims of crime and trauma with crisis intervention, referrals and support. Volunteers must be at least 21 years old, pass a background and polygraph investigation, have reliable transportation, be able to cope with emotional and stressful situations and be on call by pager three consecutive days a month. Training provided. 720-377-2003
Inter-Church ARMS seeks volunteer pen pals and reading tutors to work with youth and volunteers to answer phones. Inter-Church ARMS is a nonprofit group that provides financial and emotional support to people in need. 303-456-4892
The Arvada Historical Society’s collection of memorabilia is available to the public from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays at the historic McIlvoy House, 7307 Grandview Ave., Arvada. The Society participates in many community events, including tours, open houses, yard sales, festivals and more. For more information or to volunteer call 303-431-1261.
The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities needs volunteer educators, tour guides and goodwill ambassadors for the gallery and museum department. 303-431-3080, ext. 3451
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 chronically ill or frail older adults 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
Family Tree needs volunteers in all areas to help people overcome child abuse, domestic violence and homelessness. Training and orientation is provided. Contact Sean Wolfe. 303-422-2133 or swolfe@thefamilytree.org
Colorado Ushers is looking for dependable and friendly volunteers to help support theaters and concert halls throughout the greater Denver area. For more information contact Chip at 303-282-8885 or www.coloradoushers.org.
Hoofs’n Paws Development Center, a therapeutic riding center for adults and children with disabilities, seeks volunteers age 14 and older to lead horses and walk along clients during therapy sessions. 303-847-5979
Exempla Lutheran Hospice needs volunteers to provide support to patients and their families. 303-467-4974
Shiloh Home has a foster care program. Shiloh provides services for children ages 0 to 21 impacted by abuse and neglect. For more information on how to become a foster parent, call S.J. Purcell at 303-933-6496, ext 309.
Transitions at Exempla Healthcare seeks volunteers for a community outreach program for people with life-threatening illnesses. 303-425-8000
Odyssey HealthCare, a hospice company, has volunteer opportunities in Jefferson County. 303-561-1955
The Jefferson branch of the American Red Cross is looking for volunteer drivers and disaster assistance. 303-237-7785
4-H in Jefferson County needs volunteers to help children with projects including home arts, photography, woodworking, computers, model rocketry, wildlife and entomology. 303-271-6620
Volunteers are needed for literacy tutoring at Jefferson County libraries. 303-271-6387
Seniors 55 and older are needed for volunteer positions in nursing homes and to help tutor students of all ages. 303-235-6942 or 303-235-6947
HEALTH
ONGOING
Need Help With Prescription Costs? Located at St. Anthony Central Hospital, Health Passport Links has been working with people all over the state of Colorado to help them with their prescription costs. Not only does Health Passport Links work with prescription costs but also with Medicare Part D, Benefits CheckUp Colorado and Health Insurance Counseling for Seniors. For more information, call 303-629-4996.
Does someone you know struggle with alcohol problems? Free counseling is available through the Denver Area Central Committee of Alcoholics Anonymous Web site at www.daccaa.org or call the 24 hour hotline, 303-322-4440.
The Take Off Pounds Sensibly group meets every Monday from 6:15 to 8:30 p.m. at King of Kings Lutheran Church, 8300 Pomona Drive.
A support group to join for those trying to lose weight includes free blood pressure checks that run from 9 to 11 a.m. the first and third Tuesday and Thursday of each month at Premier Fitness and Wellness Center, 8330 W. 80th Ave. 303-431-2400
A free class on getting ready to quit smoking is the second Thursday of each month at the Jefferson County Department of Health and Environment Arvada clinic, 6303 Wadsworth Bypass. 303-275-7555
Several classes on fitness and wellness are taught at the North Jeffco Senior Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd. 303-424-1692
The Foothills Parks and Recreation District offers full-body massages. 303-409-2102
Front Range Adventure Boot Camp offers dynamic, fun and results-oriented exercise classes 5:30 to 6:30 a.m. and 8 to 9 a.m. exclusively for women of all ages, sizes and fitness levels at Arvada United Methodist Church, 68th and Carr Streets. Visit www.FrontRangeBootCamp.com or call 720-231-5075.
Cancer screenings are available for women 40 and older through the Jefferson County Department of Health and Environment. Eligibility is based on financial qualification. For an appointment, call the Lakewood clinic at 303-239-7078 or the Arvada clinic at 303-275-7500.
The Early and Periodic Screening and Diagnosis Program offers free checkups and treatment for children under age 21 and pregnant women of all ages at the human services building, 900 Jefferson County Parkway, Room 130, Golden. 303-271-4379
Family planning services are offered by the Jefferson County Department of Health and Environment. Free condoms are available on a walk-in basis. Parental consent is not required for minors. Fees are assessed on a sliding scale, and nobody is denied for inability to pay. For an appointment, call 303-239-7078 or 303-275-7500. No appointment is needed for the Lakewood clinic from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Thursdays and 1 to 4 p.m. Fridays.
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
A kids-only chiropractic clinic, Let The Children Speak, is 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 at 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
Free breast and cervical cancer screenings are offered by Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains to women ages 40 to 64 with limited income or no health insurance. Funded by the Colorado Women’s Cancer Control Initiative, the screening includes clinical breast exams, pelvic exams and Pap tests. For women 50 and older, a screening mammogram is offered. For women 40 to 49, mammograms are provided if warranted. 1-800-230-PLAN or www.pprm.org
All Jefferson County Department of Health and Environment immunization clinics are available on an appointment-only basis. Children’s immunizations include DtaP, DT, Td, MMR, polio, hepatitis B, hepatitis A, Hib, chickenpox and pneumococcal vaccine. Adult immunizations include Td, pneumovax, MMR, hepatitis B, hepatitis A and chickenpox vaccine. TB skin tests are also available. Children’s vaccines are free, but there is an administrative fee of $15 per shot. The fees for adults vary depending on the vaccine. Children’s services will not be denied for an inability to pay. 303-232-6301.
Test your home with a simple radon test kit available through the Jefferson County Department of Health and Environment for $7. Radon is a naturally occurring, colorless, odorless and radioactive gas, which can seep into homes from the soil. Its presence, at elevated levels, increases the potential for lung cancer. 303-271-5755
The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Colorado sponsors multiple family education courses designed for those with loved ones suffering with a mental illness. All courses are free. For locations, dates and times, call Cheri Bishop at 303-697-6808.
SUPPORT GROUPS
THROUGH FEB. 26
A Divorce Recovery Workshop will be offered Thursday evenings from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Arvada Covenant Church. Register at the first meeting or by calling Arvada Covenant Church at 303-422-1235 ext. 205.
ONGOING
First Steps: Grief Support for the Newly Bereaved is a time-limited support group to help the newly bereaved take the first steps on their grief journey. The group meets from 3 to 4:30 p.m. the first three Wednesdays of each month at Collier Hospice Center, 3210 Lutheran Parkway, Wheat Ridge. 303-403-7283
The Dragonfly Program, a seven-week grief support session for children ages 6 to 12, meets in Collier Hospice Center, 3210 Lutheran Parkway, Wheat Ridge. Call for dates and registration. 303-467-4989
Circle of Support, a group for caregivers who are caring for a terminally or seriously ill person, meets from 5:30 to 7 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of the month at Collier Hospice Center, 3210 Lutheran Parkway, Wheat Ridge. 303-467-4828.
Grief support groups meet twice a month. One group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Another group meets from 10 to 11:30 a.m. the first and third Thursday of the month. No pre-registration is required. Both groups meet in Collier Hospice Center, 3210 Lutheran Parkway, Wheat Ridge. 303-425-8000.
The Colorado Spina Bifida Association is a non-profit organization that provides support and a reassuring, informative connection to Jefferson County and Colorado families of newborns, youth, teens and adults with spina bifida, through a quarterly newsletter, age-appropriate activities and educational sessions held throughout the year. 303-797-7870 or www.coloradospinabifida.org
A support group for those considering weight loss surgery is on the second and fourth Thursday of each month at the Golden Public Library, 1019 10th St. 303-748-9212
A low-vision support group meets the first Thursday of each month at 2:30 p.m. at the Springwood Retirement Campus, 6550 Yank Way. 303-424-6550
Widowed Men and Women of America meets at 5:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at the Elks Club, 1455 Newland St. 303-922-2037
Alcohol problem? Visit the Denver Area Central Committee of AA Web site, www.daccaa.org or call the 24 hour hotline, 303 322-4440
Weight-loss challenges meets Monday through Saturday, various times and locations, daytime and evenings. One hour a week for 12 weeks. Advises proper nutrition, food choices and encourages exercise. Local Arvada RNs provide free personal coaching, free metabolism test and free nutritional information. Appropriate for teens and adults. $29 entry fee awarded to winners. No specific weight loss program required. Since success is so high in these competitions, seats fill up fast so call to save your spot. To register, contact Kathy Davis at 303-462-1933.
The Alzheimer Association caregiver support group meets at 6:30 p.m. every third Monday at Springwood Nightingale Suites, 12825 W. 65th Way. For info contact Arleen Ryan. 303 424-8777
Spiritual Survivors, a support group for adult survivors of sexual abuse, meets in Arvada and Wheat Ridge. The group is confidential, respects all religious or spiritual traditions and understands that the relationship with God needs healing, too. www.spiritualsurvivors.com
Arvada Narcotics Anonymous meetings start at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at 6750 Carr St., Room 306. The group is a nonprofit fellowship of men and women who are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean. 303-832-DRUG or www.nadenver.com
Three group sessions for stopping smoking are at 7506 Grandview Ave., Arvada. Other classes also are offered. 303-670-1728
Overeater’s Anonymous, a support group for people with food addiction, meets from 7 to 8 p.m. Fridays at Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian Church, 11500 W. 20th Ave., Lakewood. 303-601-4889
Grandfather’s Bookstore, 5612 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., hosts from 7 to 9 p.m. a first and third Wednesday writer’s support group. For more information, call 303-420-7765.
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
The Arvada Alzheimer’s Support Group meets at 6:30 p.m. every third Monday at the Springwood Retirement Campus in the Nightingale Suites building, 12825 W. 65th Way. 303-424-8777
Standup Parenting of Colorado provides ongoing support groups for parents who are dealing with unacceptable behavior from children of all ages. 303-657-0164 or visit www.standupp.org
Celebrate Recovery at Grace Church meets Sundays at Grace Church of Arvada, 6969 Sheridan Blvd. The big group meets at 5:30 p.m. Fellowship starts at 7:30 p.m. The group is a Christ-centered recovery ministry offering support groups and healing from codependency, drug, alcohol, sexual addiction and other hurts and habits. 303-426-9491
A Lupus support group meets at 7 p.m. every other Wednesday at Lollicup, 64th Avenue and Ward Road. The group is open to anyone with Lupus and their families. 720-217-1954
FOR SENIORS
ONGOING
Attention senior citizens: Want to meet some interesting people, have a good meal and perhaps dance a little? The Volunteers of America invite you to come to 5725 Teller St. at the Lions Club building in Arvada each Wednesday. Dancing begins at 10:30 a.m. Lunch served by the VOA at noon. Donations requested. Walk-ins welcome. Reservations preferred. 303-427-9542
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 Blvd. 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 following the 10:15 a.m. service on the first Sunday of the month. 303-431-6481
MEETINGS
ONGOING
League of Women Voters of Jefferson County Unit Meetings occur the second week of the month at various times throughout Jeffco. The meetings are open to the public. November’s meeting topic is clean campaigns Colorado. www.lwvjeffco.org or 303-238-0032
The Arvada Jaycees General Membership meeting starts at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at the Arvada Jaycee Hall, 5640 Yukon St. 303-466-1192
Active, past and retired Rocky Mountain Submarine veterans meet at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at the American Legion Wilmore-Richter Post 161, 6230 West 60th Ave., Arvada. 303-478-1450, 303-988-7661 or visit www.rockymountainsubvets.com
Saddle Series Horse Shows start at 8:30 a.m. the second Sunday each month May through October at Indiana Equestrian Center, 7500 Indiana St., Arvada. Registration is at 7:30 a.m. 303-422-1762 or saddleseries@yahoo.com or www.saddleseries.com
A new social group of Wine Appreciation seeks members to meet in the west/southwest metro area for wine tastings and appreciation. The group’s aim is to be casual, fun and educational. An intro to wine presentation is available to groups, organizations and events. Call 303-716-3319 or e-mail wineantisnob@hotmail.com.
The North Jeffco Republican Breakfast Group meets 7 a.m. on the second Thursday of each month at the Indian Tree Golf Course Clubhouse, 75th Ave. and N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, to hear guest speakers. Breakfast is served off the menu and there are no dues required. 303-429-1889 or flyero6g@aol.com
Round Table Issues Breakfast meets at 7 a.m. at the American Legion Post 161 at 6239 W. 60th Ave., Arvada, on the first Friday of each month. The meeting is open to the public and includes a buffet breakfast for $6. RSVP is required only if more than three in the party. 303-467-9749
The non-practicing and part-time nurses association meets and offers continuing education programs on the second Tuesday of each month. 303-237-4518
The Arvada Gardeners meet on the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the North Jeffco Senior Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd. 303-422-9468
The North Jeffco Camera Club meets at 7 p.m. the second Friday of each month at the North Jeffco Senior Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. 303-425- 9316
The North Jeffco Park and Recreation District Board of Directors meets 6:30 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at the Apex Center, 13150 W. 72nd Ave., Arvada. Call 303-403-2518 or visit www.northjeffco.org to confirm.
The Civil Air Patrol Arvada and Wheat Ridge Cadet Squadron meets 6:30 p.m. every Thursday evening at Evangel Baptist Church, 4101 Lamar St., Wheat Ridge. The program is designed for youth ages 12 to 20 who are interested in aerospace sciences. 303-420-6238
The Widowed Men and Women of America meets the third Tuesday of each month at George’s Restaurant, 6514 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by a meeting. 303-424-2229
Arvada Fine Arts Guild meets at 1 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at the Arvada Center for Arts and Humanities, Room 11A, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. 303-403-8254
The Rotary Club of Arvada meets at 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday at the Old Neighborhood Restaurant, 7923 Allison Way. 303-423-9604
A toastmasters group meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays of the month at the Depot at Village at Five Parks, 13810 W. 85th Drive, Arvada. 303-420-7024 or janine@surestuff.com
State Representative Sara Gagliardi, D-Arvada, meets with constituents from 10:30 a.m. to noon on the first Saturday of every month at Town Hall meetings held at the Susan Duncan YMCA, 6350 Eldridge, Arvada; from 7 to 8:30 a.m. on the first Monday of each month for coffee at Panera Bread, 7739 Wadsworth Way, Arvada; and from 7 to 8:30 a.m. on the fourth Monday of each month for coffee at Billy D’s Coffee, 14704 W. 64th Ave., Arvada. 303-467-0619 or sara@saragagliardi.com
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. 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 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 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month at 5340 Marshall St., Arvada. 303-424-3824
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 819 meets 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. 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
Singles in Spirit meets in the Arvada and northwest areas. Make new friends by joining for meetings and/or social activities! For information please call Denley at 303-517-4629.
Job’s Daughters Meetings for Bethel #5 of Arvada are the first and third Tuesday evenings at 7:15 p.m. at the Highlands Masonic Temple, 3550 Federal Blvd., Denver. 303-455-9768
The Arvada Sunrise Rotary Club meets 7:10 to 8:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. 303-421-6526
The Arvada Jefferson Kiwanis Club meets from 7 to 8 a.m. Wednesdays at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. 303-424-2365
The Music Teachers’ Association Suburban Northwest meets 9:30 a.m. the first Wednesday of each month at the Community in Christ Church, 12229 W. 80th Ave., Arvada. 303-432-3209
Various divisions of the League of Women Voters meet every month. 303-238-0032
The Jefferson County Republican Men’s Club meets from 7 to 8 a.m. Mondays at Abrusci’s Italian Restaurant, 3244 Youngfield St., Wheat Ridge. 303-972-9296
A Chimney Sweeps group meets the second Thursday afternoon of each month to socialize and learn about antiques and collectables. 303-438-1428 or 303-465-1609
West Metro Sales Professionals USA meets at 11:30 a.m. Mondays at the Denver West Marriot, 1717 Denver West Parkway, Golden. 303-980-4404
A Women’s Focus Group is forming to discuss the book, “The Secret,” as available in hardcopy, CD and DVD format. The intent is to explore and encourage concrete ways we can incorporate the philosophy and principals of the book in everyday lives. The group would meet bi-monthly or monthly. Contact Pat at 303-423-8720 or 303-467-9950.