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ANNOUNCEMENTS
APRIL 1
The second annual Mazer Cup International Winners Circle Paired Mead Tasting. Is 7 p.m. Friday April 1 in the Boulder Outlook Hotel. Tickets are $50 and will be distributed via will call at the door the evening of the event. Please note that no tickets will be available for purchase at the door. All ticket sales will be conducted online only. Visit the website at http://www.mazercup.com/mcic_winnercircle_pairings.htm.
APRIL 5
Indian Tree Golf Course Women’s Par 3 Golf Club is accepting applications for new members. Play is on Tuesday mornings. Our first shotgun (weather permitting) and general membership meeting is Tuesday, April 5 at the Indian Tree Golf Course Clubhouse. For more information, please contact Sara Larson at 303-424-8722.
APRIL 6
Covenant Village is pleased to present “Wednesdays at 2.” This series of monthly events features expert speakers on a wide variety of educational and entertaining topics. Please plan to attend one, several, or all of our programs held at Covenant Village of Colorado, 9153 Yarrow St. in Westminster. Admission is free, but seating is limited. Call 303-403-2205 for driving directions and to reserve your place. Refreshments will be provided. The first event is “The Five Wishes” presented by Sister Pat Hayden, 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 6. Aging with Dignity believes Americans must safeguard the rights of the sick, aging or dying with the same enthusiasm we show for the young and healthy. Five Wishes is a legally valid tool you can use to ensure your wishes and those of your loved ones will be respected even if you can’t speak for yourself.
APRIL 8
North Jeffco Gem and Mineral Club’s Gem, Jewelry, Mineral Silent Auction will be at 6:45 p.m. Friday, April 8 at the APEX Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Jewelry, gemstones, mineral specimens, craftwork and rock-craft equipment may be available for sale. Checkout starts about 9:15 p.m. with no early checkout. Free admission, free parking and free refreshments will be served. Cash or check only. For more information, call Ron Knoshaug at 303-423-2923 or email at jrknoshaug@comcast.net.
APRIL 9
An all-you-can-eat breakfast will be from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Saturday, April 9, at Applebee’s at 9010 Wadsworth Blvd. to support Royal Family Kids’ Camp. This camp takes abused and neglected kids in foster care to camp for a week in the summer. Tickets are $5 and can be obtained by calling 303-422-1235 or 303-424-8727.
JULY 22-24
Did you graduate from Arvada High School in 1981? Did your son, daughter, sister, brother, friend, or neighbor? Are you a proud Redskin? The 30th high school reunion is scheduled for July 22, 23 and 24 2011. For information about the reunion or to register go online at www.AHS81.com, write to 6412 Fig St., Arvada, CO 80004, ATTN: AHS 30th Reunion, or call Lisa Quaratino-Guida at 303-523-5821 or Gina Sutton at 720-339-1542. Share with your family, friends and neighbors from the Class of 1981 that it’s time to celebrate 30 years as Redskin graduates (almost graduates are invited too).
ONGOING
The women’s league at Fossil Trace is now accepting applications for the 2011 season. Go to www.fossiltracewomen.com or see the pro shop for an application.
The Golden Marlins Swim Team Spring Swim is going on now. The Golden Marlins Swim Team is a non-profit summer club based in Golden and welcomes swimmers up to the age of 18. Spring Practice is a weekly maintenance program for everyone to work on technique and endurance while having fun and meeting new friends. Spring practice is going on from 6 to 7 p.m. until May 8, for age 10 and under, and from 7 to 8 p.m. for ages 11-18, at the Golden Community Center, 1470 10th St. There are two sessions to choose from: a 10-week session (which began on Feb 13) and a four-week post ski season session (which begins on April 10). Register at the pool during the first practice. Mark your calendars for the Summer Swim Information Night on April 14. For more information go to www.GoldenMarlins.org.
How is your relationship with yourself? How are you honoring boundaries, and what is your true essence? Come and explore. Workshops are held in Golden. Call 303-953-2344 for more information.
Do you feel like a juggler attempting to balance all of your roles? Would you like to write your personal Holistic Business Plan? Call 303-953-2344 for more information.
This spring, the Shelter Insurance Foundation will donate a $1,500 scholarship to a graduate of Golden High School. Shelter agent Elizabeth Buehler sponsors and partially funds this scholarship. The student may apply the scholarship funds toward tuition, fees or campus housing for any course of study beginning the fall after the recipient’s high school graduation. Applications and additional information about the scholarship will be available in early March and should be completed and returned to the school official serving on the election committee by March 31. For more information, interested seniors should contact their high school counselor or principal or Buehler at 303-421-4500.
The Jefferson County Republican Men’s Club meets from 7 to 9 a.m. Mondays at the Howard Johnson Denver West, 12100 W. 44th Ave. Wheat Ridge. The meeting $10 tab buys a Davie’s Chuck Wagon Diner (No. 3) yummy order-your-own-breakfast, super speaker(s), program, Q&A, and camaraderie with some truly great folks. Contact Fred Holden at 303-421-7619 for more information. All are welcome, not just Republican men from Jefferson County.
The new, non-profit, faith-based Hospice of CovenantCare is looking for those special folks who are called to serve as hospice volunteers — visitors, helpers, supporters for a few hours a month. Enrich your life and others’ isolated at the end of life. Call the volunteer coordinator at 303-731-8039 for more info.
Fairmount Elementary PTA is once again offering the Campbell-Deane Scholarship in the amount of $500. This scholarship is available to any high school senior that was enrolled at Fairmount Elementary School for a period of three years or more, has a satisfactory grade standing, good citizenship record, and community service experiences. Applications are available at FairmountPTA.org or in the Fairmount Elementary main office and must be received by April 11.
ARE YOU READY FOR A REALITY CHECK? Ready to take an honest view of your present life? If you are, call 303-953-2344 for more information. Workshops are held monthly in Golden.
The Resonance Center, 6650 W. 44th in Wheat Ridge, offers Holistic Happy Hours on the second Thursday every month from 4 to 7 p.m., with light snacks and tea for everyone. This is a social and wellness event we invite the community to join and offers acupuncture, massage, reflexology, psyhcotherapy and coaching, and energy work.
Registration for incoming Kindergarten students for the 2011-2012 school year at Fremont Elementary School has begun. If your child will be 5 years old by Oct. 1, he or she can attend our free full-day program. This program is available to all families living within the Fremont boundaries. We are located at 6420 Urban St. in Arvada. To register you child, please bring his or her birth certificate, immunization records and two proofs of residency. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact Sue Vitale at 303-982-1699.
A roundtable issues breakfast will be the first Friday of every month. This is an information and exchange forum for City, County, State and National Governments and is Open to the Public. Please bring a family member, neighbor, coworker or friend. We have both Republican and Democrats at American Legion, Post #161 6230 W. 60th Ave., Arvada CO 80003. Contact Jim Lytle, 303-422-5442, with questions.
The Habitat for Humanity Wheat Ridge Outlet store needs volunteers to work with staff members. All proceeds from the Outlet supports Habitat for Humanity’s homeownership program. The duties will include accepting donations, assisting customers in the store, helping customers load purchases and working with other volunteers. Volunteers are asked for a six-month commitment of four to five hours once a week or every other week. Volunteer Cashiers are also needed. Please contact Alice Goble at 303-996-5468 or e-mail alice@hatbitatmetrodenver.org.
Vanderhoof Elementary School is currently accepting registrations for incoming kindergarten students for the 2011-2012 school year. Your child must be 5 years old by Oct. 1 in order to register. We have both a traditional half day program and a tuition-based full day program. The school is located at 5875 Routt Court, Arvada and registration hours are 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. To register your child, please bring their birth certificate, immunization records and proof of residency. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact the Vanderhoof office at 303-982-2744.
The Foothills Women’s Golf Association is welcoming new members to their three women’s golf leagues: an Executive nine-hole league that plays on Tuesday mornings, a nine-hole league that plays the back nine of the Championship course on Thursday mornings, and a Par 3 league that also plays on Thursday mornings.Come join a friendly well-established organization that has been around for more than 30 years. The leagues will begin play the week of April 19 at the Foothills Golf Course, 3901 S. Carr St. A spring luncheon and orientation are scheduled for the two weeks preceding the first week of play. If you are interested in joining one or more of these leagues visit www.foothillswomensgolf.com or call Debbie at 303-972-9597.
Are you a good listener? Do you enjoy helping people? Victim Outreach Information is currently accepting applications for Volunteer Victim Advocates to assist crime victims in Arvada, Wheat Ridge, Golden, Edgewater, Lakeside, Mountain View and the School of Mines. Training (40 hours) will begin in mid-February 2011. Volunteers will work directly with crime victims, police and the court system. They provide emotional support, information, and referrals to crime victims and their families. Contact Shawna at Victim Outreach Information, 303-202-2196 or e-mail her at victimoutreach@aol.com.
Foothills Running and Cycling Club’s activity schedule includes Long Runs at Clear Creek History Park (11th and Arapahoe) at 8:15 a.m. every Saturday morning and Cycling Rides at TriYoga Studio (16948 South Golden Road) 9 a.m. or Computrainer access at TriYoga, every Saturday Morning. For more information and updates on times, visit www.frcclub.com.
Health & Harmony Massage, LLC, is excited to announce that it has moved from the Armory building to a beautiful new location at 1019 8th St., Suite 302 in Golden. The new office is in a modern, professional office building, providing a peaceful, quiet and private setting for a massage. Additionally, Health and Harmony is grateful to be celebrating its seventh year as a downtown Golden business. Visit www.hhmproducts.com for a map to the new location or call 720-988-6980.
Cat Care Society is in need of canned and bagged cat food as well as litter for its food bank. We are working with several area (human) food banks to provide vouchers for cat owners who otherwise could not afford to feed their cats. The food bank was established in an effort to reduce the number of surrendered or abandoned cats in the city. All donations of unopened food is gratefully accepted from noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday at the shelter, 5787 West 6th Ave., Lakewood, or 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday at the Thrift Store for the Society at 5707 W. 6th Ave. We are on the 6th Avenue Frontage Road between Sheridan and Wadsworth. 303-239-9680.
Retriever Rescue of Colorado (RROC) is seeking adoptive or foster homes for all retriever mixes. Please submit an application through our website, therroc.com.
BPO Elks is asking hunters to donate hides that they harvest during hunting season and they pay to ship them to a tannery and then distribute them throughout the U.S. Veteran’s Administration Hospital system free of charge to any veteran that can use a pair of wheelchair gloves, or leather to use in occupational or recreational therapy. Send to Wayne Rogers, 160 Washington Ave. Golden, CO 80403 or call at 303-947-2532.
Flatirons View Toastmasters meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Village at Five Parks Depot, 13810 West 85th Drive, Arvada. Practice public speaking in a supportive environment. For more information, contact Mike Pusey at mjpusey@comcast.net or 303-524-5470.
Attention women of all ages, sizes and fitness abilities. Get out of the gym and get results. Front Range Boot Camp offers unique, dynamic and results-oriented full body fitness classes exclusively for women for a fraction of the cost of hiring a personal trainer. Revamp your fitness program in a refreshing way by joining like-minded women who are transforming their bodies and their lives while having fun. Contact Robyn@FrontRangeBootCamp.com and visit www.FrontRangeBootCamp.com. Indoor location is behind Super Target off of Kipling and I-70.
The “Adopt-A-Teacher” program, sponsored by the Zonta Club of Lakewood Golden, is offering grants of up to $500 to classroom teachers in the South Jeffco area. This money and supplies are meant to be used for additional teaching aids and materials that teachers and parents may not be able to provide due to economic cutbacks. Applications are currently being accepted, and grants will be awarded in early October. To request an application, e-mail kathiedillon@msn.com. For more information on Zonta go to www.Zonta.org.
Agape Life Church, 5970 W. 60th Ave., Arvada, is giving out Jefferson County Commodity Food (TEFAP) on Thursdays between 1 and 2 p.m. For directions and to find out if you are eligible to receive this free food call the church office at 303-431-6481.
Sonshine Center Infant Care & Early Childhood Education, 6250 Ward Road, Arvada, is now accepting registration for Fall 2010 Core Knowledge Pre-Kindergarten and Junior Kindergarten programs. Call 303-456-2755 for more information.
Denver Metro Military Acupuncture is now providing free auricular acupuncture for veterans and active duty military and their accompanying family members from 5:30 to 7 p.m. (last check in is 6:20 p.m.) on Wednesdays at Full Moon Books in the Meadowlark Shopping Center. The All Life Matters Community Acupuncture Clinic is no longer open and is no longer housing the Denver Metro Military Acupuncture project. Please call Stephanie at 303-564-5623, or visit www.AncientWisdomModernTimes.com for more information.
A new e-newsletter will help parents with children attending Jeffco Public Schools stay on top of district issues. The electronic newsletter focuses on district-wide issues, instead of the school-based news included in school newsletters. The newsletter is available in English, Spanish and Russian and may expand into other languages as needed. Parents who did not receive the first edition in April can sign-up at www.jeffcopublicschools.org/publications/parent_news/.
Pond turtle adoption fees waived for qualified adopters at Colorado Reptile Humane Society. Visit the website at www.corhs.org or call 303-776-2070.
Colorado Reptile Humane Society needs volunteers. Observe, clean, feed and socialize reptiles in the shelter. For everyone 18 years or older. For more information please visit www.corhs.com/vol.html or call 303-776-2070.
The Arvada Council for the Arts and Humanities is accepting applications from people in the Denver area who are interested in joining the council. The council advises the Arvada City Council on matters pertaining to the Arvada Center, and acts as an advocate for public support and funding for the Arvada Center. Members provide volunteer assistance at Arvada Center events, help raise financial resources to support Arvada Center programs, serve on at least one Arvada Center committee and participate in committee projects. Additions to the Arts Council are made by appointment. Prospective applicants must complete a questionnaire available at www.arvada.org, or by visiting the Arvada City Hall. Prospective applicants are not required to be residents of Arvada. For additional information call the Arvada City Clerk at 720-898-7550.
Colorado Greyhound Adoption has many sweet and loving hounds patiently waiting to start their new lives, waiting for someone to open their heart and home to permanently adopt or temporarily foster them. In the foster program CGA provides all the dog food and covers any vet expenses until the former race dogs are adopted. www.coloradogreyhoundadoption.org or 303-816-2799.
Do you have quilt tops languishing in the cedar chest waiting to become beautiful heirloom quilts? If so, let the Jeffco Hand Quilters turn those quilt tops into beautiful, hand-quilted objects of beauty and usefulness. The Jeffco Hand Quilters accepts quilt tops at the Lakewood United Methodist Church at 14th Avenue and Brentwood in Lakewood every Monday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please call Judi Baxter-Warrington at 303-989-1596 for more information.
EVENTS
MARCH 31
Brain Balance Achievement Centers are for families with children struggling with ADHD, learning and processing disorders, dyslexia, autism, Asperger’s, PDD and OCD. We will be talking about what is happening in the brains of our children, why this is happening and how the Brain Balance Program works to make corrections in the brain. The lecture will take place at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 31 at the Brain Balance Center, 1211 Avery St. in Golden Please call 303-278-1780 or e-mail Golden@BrainBalanceCenters.com to register since seating is limited.
APRIL 5
Olinger Crown Hill Mortuary, Cemetery & Arboretum is presenting its first-annual Ching Ming Festival from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 5. The event is presented in cooperation with the Asian Chamber of Commerce. The event is free and open to the public.
APRIL 8
A job and volunteer expo will be April 8 at the Apex Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd. The expo is geared toward people 50 and over. Whether you are looking for a full-time, part-time, or volunteer job, come talk to agencies that are looking for seasoned workers and volunteers. The event is free to the public, please register in advance by calling 303-425-9583.
APRIL 9
The newly-formed Brown Dog School is hosting a “Hot-Dogs-to-Help-Dogs BBQ and Yard Sale” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 9 at 9900 W. 44th Ave. unit B in Wheat Ridge. A $5 donation gets a hamburger or hot dog, chips and a drink. All proceeds benefit the German Shepherd Rescue of the Rockies. Leashed dogs are always welcome.
APRIL 9
Mountain Phoenix Community School in Wheat Ridge will be holding an open house that will run from 10 a.m. to noon. The open house will be Saturday April 9 at 4725 Miller St., Wheat Ridge.
APRIL 15
The Golden Gate Grange, at 25201 Golden Gate Canyon Road. will host a spaghetti dinner from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 15. Spaghetti and meatballs or spaghetti alfredo, salad, garlic bread and homemade desserts will be offered for $7 for adults, $3 for children 3-12 and free for children under 3. All are welcome to attend. Proceeds from the dinner will be used to replace tables and chairs at the grange. For more information call Rich Phillps, Grange Master at 303 277-1933 or jayruesch@aol.com.
APRIL 16
A free resume and cover letter writing service being held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 16 at Glory of God Lutheran Church, 12200 West 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge. All are welcome. Free childcare and snacks will be provided. We are asking that people RSVP to Cathie 720-470–4395 so that we can schedule our volunteers and child-care staff.
APRIL 16
A Bunny Breakfast will be held on April 16 at the Apex Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd. There will be an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast, Easter Bunny visits and children’s games. Admission is $5 per person, children ages 2 and under are free. Register at 303-425-9583.
APRIL 16
Hop on over for the annual Easter Egg Hunt April 16 at the Garrison Street Center, 9101 Ralston Road. The free egg hunt arts at 11 a.m. sharp. Bring a basket.
APRIL 17
The 9Health Fair returns to Apex Center on April17. Free community health screening are from 7 a.m. to noon. For more information visit www.9healthfair.org.
APRIL 19
The public is invited to the annual Teacher Appreciation Night. The event will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 19 at 7080 Independence St. in Arvada. Twenty Jefferson County teachers will be honored by students who believe the teacher made a significant impact in their life. The keynote speaker will be Kathy Norton who is the principal at Arvada High School. The event is sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A reception for those attending will be held following the program.
APRIL 21
Wystone’s World Teas will be hosting a fundraiser benefit for Angels with Paws Cat Rescue and Adoption Center from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 21. Twenty-five percent of the gross receipts for all food and beverage purchased during this time slot will be donated to Angels with Paws. Join us for tea, food and good company. Wystone’s World Teas is located at 7323 W. Alaska Drive, Lakewood. For more information on Angels with Paws call 303-274-2264 or visit the website at angelswithpaws.net.
APRIL 21-23
There will be a Huge Kids Sale with Just Between Friends Arvada from April 21 to 23 at Flatiron Marketplace. This is the nation’s leading children’s and maternity consignment sales event. Consignors, volunteers and shoppers wanted. Visit www.jbfsale.com/arvada for more information.
APRIL 23
Heritage Square Family Entertainment Village hosts the 30th annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 23. General admission and the event is free and open to the public. Candy, prizes, Easter Bunny, and other fun activities throughout Heritage Square. Bring your own bag or basket. In addition to the Easter Egg Hunt the alpine slide, maze, amusement park, and other attractions are open (weather permitting). The Heritage Square Music Hall Children’s Theater presents Billy the Kid at 1:30pm. For more information on the attractions, ticket pricing, reservations, and times of operation go to www.heritagesquare.info. The Heritage Square Annual Easter Egg Hunt is divided by times and age groups to make the event a more relaxing experience for kids and parent. Thousands of eggs will be hidden throughout the square filled with candy prizes and other goodies (while they last). Merchants will also be handing out special treats.
APRIL 27
Community Bible Study Denver Northwest is having Adult Visitor’s Day 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 27, at Arvada Covenant Church, 5555 Ward Road with registration for the fall course, Gospel of Luke. This interdenominational 30-week study will begin on Wednesday Sept. 7.. For more information, contact Chris Galluzzo at 303-324-7250.
APRIL 30
Get Ready for Summer — Tips on Raising Responsible Kids — Teens and Toddlers will be April 30 at Rolling Hills County Club, 15707 W. 26th Ave. in Golden. 8 to 9:30 a.m. will be the breakfast buffet and silent auction. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. will feature speaker Jim Fay. It’s true. You can raise responsible kids who think about how their actions will affect their lives and those around them. Jim Fay, through real-life examples, gives you four easy-to-learn steps that will change your life and create responsible kids without the need for lectures and reminders. Don’t attend if you hate to giggle. To register for this event visit our events page at www.educationnonprofitcorp.com and fill out the registration form or pay using our PayPal link. Cost for attending is $35 per person.
ONGOING
Table Mountain Baptist Church’s H.O.P.E. addiction recovery program meets at 7 p.m. on Friday nights at 16735 W. 63rd Place, Golden. Call 303-277-1125 for more information.
Arvada’s Majestic View Nature Center and Community Park, 7030 Garrison St., offers environmental education programs and awareness of natural resources for people of all ages. The nature center is open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. Free interactive programs for children ages 4-6 and their parents are offered from 11-11:45 a.m. on the third Saturday of every month; sign up at least five days in advance. Story time is offered for children ages 3-6 from 10-10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays.
VISUAL ART
MARCH 1-31
The Arvada Fine Arts Guild is having their 52nd Annual Member Art Show. The show will run from March 1 until March 31 at the Aar River Gallery in Westminster. The opening reception is 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. March 3. There is a wide variety of paintings, both framed and unframed. All of the artists in the guild are local painters.
FEB. 28-APRIL 1
The Lakewood Arts Council is proud to present an outstanding collection of artwork by artists from throughout Colorado. More than 125 original works were selected by juror Mark Silvers for inclusion in the show. The collection includes a wide range of media, subject matter and artistic approach and includes pieces by some of the area’s finest artists. The exhibit will be on display at the Arts Council’s Community Art Center & Gallery, 85 S. Union Blvd., Lakewood from Feb. 28-April 1. Viewing hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday. A public reception will be held 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 10. For information, call 303-980-0625 or visit www.lakewoodartscouncil.org – exhibits link.
THROUGH APRIL 30
The Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum is presenting “Over Here: Quilts that Saw the U.S. through World War II.” An opening reception will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 4.
ONGOING
The Arvada Art Studio Tour is seeking artists living or working in Arvada to participate in the ninth annual studio tour. Visit www.arvadaart.org to download a prospectus or call 303-421-9948 for more information.
THEATER AND FILM
MARCH 4-MAY 22
Opening March 4 at Heritage Square will be “Buffalo Bill & Annie Oakley.” This comedy will tell a part of the story of William F. Cody, the legendary western figure who founded the world famous Wild West Show, and one of the most popular stars of that show… Annie Oakley… a girl so talented with a gun that even the great Sitting Bull called her “Little Sure Shot.” “Buffalo Bill” plays Wednesday through Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons March 4 through May 22. Prices for dinner and show are $35.50 – $40.50; show only $27.50 – $31.00. Heritage Square Music Hall is at 18301 W. Colfax Ave, Golden. Call 303-279-7800 or visit www.hsmusichall.com for more information.
MARCH 22-APRIL 17
The Arvada Center presents the Broadway musical, “Cabaret.” Shows run 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 1 p.m. Wednesdays; and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays March 22 through April 17 on the main stage theater at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. Tickets start at $49. Visit the website at www.arvadacenter.org or call 720-898-7200 for more information.
MARCH 31
The premiere of “To Catch a Dollar,” a movie about alleviating poverty nationally and internationally will be 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 31 at the Esquire Theatre, 590 Downing St. This documentary is about the work of Mohammed Yunus, a Nobel prize winning economist, founder of the Grameen Bank in India, and Microcredit loans. Grameen bank was founded on the idea that if you make small loans to women with peer support, the community and the women will flourish. Grameen is now importing this radical idea to the United States — first stop: the Queens, N.Y. Join us, the Colorado chapter of RESULTS, for this exciting event. The price is simply admission to the Esquire.
APRIL 13-16
Golden High School’s Stage Right Productions will present “The Compleat Works of Wllm Shkspr (abridged).” All performances will be held in the Golden High School auditorium with the following show times: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, April 13, 14 and 15; and 2 p.m. Saturday, April 16. Tickets will be $10 at the door, $9 in advance, $5 for thespian students or school groups, and teachers are free. Credit cards are accepted. For advanced ticket purchases and other information, contact Mr. Scott Hasbrouck at shasbrou@jeffco.k12.co.us, or 303-982-2813.
MUSIC
THROUGH MARCH
The D-Note in Arvada has several concerts coming up, including March 29 at 8 p.m., which will feature Ayurveda, an indie progressive rock from Ithaca, N.Y. w with The Raven And The Writing Desk
APRIL 8 & 9
“Springin’ Into Brass!” The Alpine Chorale is excited to be joined by the Denver Brass in a concert dedicated to musical trends in America, including jazz, spirituals, folk music and patriotic standards. The two groups will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 8 and Saturday, April 9 , at Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian Church, 11500 West 20th Ave., Lakewood. For ticket information call 303-423-4435 or visit our website at www.alpinechorale.org.
APRIL 9
A Denver-based Gypsy Jazz band, Swing Je T’aime, is releasing their debut album on April 9 at a celebration concert at The D Note in Arvada, which will include 10 musicians and exhibition performances from a professional swing dance troop. The music of this group is fashioned in the tradition of the late, two-fingered Gypsy guitar sensation Django Reinhardt.
APRIL 10
Conductor Allison Olsson and Confluence presents “Taxes, Death and trouble” with special guest artist Jeff Jenkins at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 10 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 9200 W. 10th Ave. Lakewood. The program is of blues, gospel and related music, especially featuring David Hurd’s glorious piece “In Honor of Martin” (a musical Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in five movements). Popular Denver Jazz Pianist, Jeff Jenkins is collaborating with Confluence for this concert. Tickets are $15 for adults, $9 for seniors and students. Children 5 and under are free. For tickets or more information please call 303-279-2932 or email olssoncolo@comcast.net. Confluence is a group of 16 a cappella singers based in Golden.
APRIL 12
Second Tuesdays at Trinity featuring professional musical artists from the Denver area is featuring pianist Crystal Lee at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 12 at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 7755 Vance Drive, Arvada. Call 303-422-3656 for information. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for children and students through high school and are available at the door or reserved ahead at www.tpcarvada.org.
APRIL 28
Golden High School’s Percussion Ensemble and Drum Line will present a concert at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 28, in the Golden High School auditorium. Tickets will be $5 at the door. For more information, contact Dr. William Graves at wgraves@jeffco.k12.co.us.
ONGOING
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 Baby Boogie 2 p.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.
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.
FAMILY
ONGOING
Come be a part of an ongoing writer group, drop in bring poetry, short stories or essays to be read aloud for positive comments. Get inspired by other storytellers and writers. The group meets 6 to 8:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays at 6363 West 35th Ave., active adult center. For more info e-mail dlechman@comcast.net.
Various classes and activities for kids are going on at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. www.arvadacenter.org, or 720-898-7200.
Free family movie night at the Church of Christ the King in Arvada. The first Friday night of each month we show a family-friendly movie at 7 p.m. in our parish hall. People bring a bag dinner or fast food meal to enjoy at 6:30 p.m. Christ the King is located at 6490 Carr St., across from Peck Elementary School. Call 303 424-5288 or go to ctkarvada.org to learn more.
AUDITIONS
ONGOING
Sweet Adelines High Country Chorus is hosting a membership drive for women of all vocal ranges 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. Call 303-295-0307.
The Wheat Ridge Community Chorale is auditioning for all voice parts. Call 303-431-2201.
The Colorado Chorale is holding auditions for all voices. Call for an audition appointment. 303-422-5785.
MEETINGS
APRIL 3-JUNE 12
Divorce Care is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. Don’t go through separation or divorce alone. Divorce Care groups are led by people who understand what you are going through and want to help. Join us for this life-changing experience. Cost for the course is $25, which includes the workbook. Preregistration for all of the Divorce Care classes is available in the lobby area at Faith Bible Chapel I-70 and Carr Street located at 4890 Carr St., Arvada. Or you may call Lanny Cook at 303-424-2121 ext. 92440. Walk-in registrations are also welcome. Divorce Care will begin on Sunday, April 3 and run through Sunday, June 12.
APRIL 27
Tea Party Patriots Arvada/Wheat Ridge’s monthly meeting is 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 27, at the Wheat Ridge Active Adults Center, 6363 W. 35th Ave. in Wheat Ridge.
ONGOING
The Rocky Mountain Inventors Association meets from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. the fourth Thursday of every month (excluding November and December) at Vesta Technology 13050 West 43rd Drive, Suite 300, Golden. Presentations in marketing, manufacturing, engineering, finance, business are legal followed by networking. See www.rminventor.org for details.
There are more than 1,000 AA meetings in the Denver metro area every week. If you think that you may have a problem with alcohol, come see us. Call 303-322-4440 for a meeting in your area, or visit their website at www.daccaa.org. If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stay sober, that’s ours. Let us help.
The Lakewood Chapter Lutheran Entrepreneurs of meets from 8 to 9 a.m. on third Wednesdays at the Bethlehem Chapel Coffee House, located in the medical office building just south of Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 2100 Wadsworth Blvd. in Lakewood. The chapter coordinator is Denise Rolfsmeier, 720-379-5889, cpa@rolfsmeier.com.
Business Honoring Spirituality meets from 7 to 9 a.m. every Thursday at the Community Center of Mile Hi Church, 9079 W. Alameda Ave. in Lakewood. Meetings include networking, a brief meditation by a licensed practitioner, guest speaker and breakfast. For additional information, visit www.bhsmilehi.org or call Patty Whitelock at 303-274-0933.
Women In Mining, a national organization of individuals employed in, associated with or interested in the mining industry, will resume monthly dinner meetings. Meetings run through May and begin at 5:30 p.m. with cocktails and dinner at 6 p.m. at the Golden Hotel, 800 11th St. in Golden. Participants cover the costs of their own meals and drinks. For more information about the organization, go to www.womeninmining.org.
The Arvada/Westminster Parkinson Support Group meets from 1 to 2:30 p.m. monthly through October on the fourth Thursday of the month, at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 7755 Vance St., Arvada.
Buffalo Bill Saddle Club meets at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds Green Mountain Room B at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Founded in 1947 in Evergreen and Golden, the Buffalo Bill Saddle Club is dedicated to preserving and promoting Western heritage through family oriented activities with our horse companions. Members are encouraged to participate in as many of the activities as will suit their liking and family schedule. For more information, visit or contact Janiece@BBSCGolden.org, 720-371-9343.
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 21 meets September through June at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month at Taylor-Miller American legion Post 21, 500 9th St. in Golden. Contact 303-279-6200 for more information.
Lutheran Family Services of Colorado hosts a monthly foster parent information meeting for anyone considering becoming a foster parent. The meeting is from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month at 363 S. Harlan St. in Suite 105. For more information, contact Cindi Newkirk-Noah at 303-217-5846 or cindi.newkirk-noah@lfsco.org.
Fun Times with Breakfast Club Singles 50-plus meets for breakfast at 9 a.m. the second Saturday of each month at the Doubletree Hotel Southeast 13696 E. IIiff Place. For Reservations and information call 303-794-3332. Leave name and number for a call back.
The Wheat Ridge Optimist Club meets every Wednesday, 7 to 8 a.m., at Celebrate, 3890 Kipling St., in Wheat Ridge. The service club is dedicated to helping the youth of the community. The club is a friendly group of people that would like to meet other optimists interested in helping their community.
CLASSES, LECTURES
APRIL 4-18
Reverse the effects of aging at a somatics exercise class 6 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays April 4 to April 18 at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St. Tight shoulders, poor posture, chronic back and shoulder pain can be a thing of the past. Somatics release tight muscles, making the stronger. The results are liberating. The Class focus is shoulders and spine. Uncover the healing power within and regain freedom of movement, strength and control. By the end of the class you will have a routine tailored to your time and fitness needs. The routine can be from a few minutes to a half an hour, whatever is best suited to you. The class costs $25 for member, $30 for nonmembers. For information call 303-231-1300. Go to www.nonforce1.com to learn about Dr. Dektor. To register call 303-231-1300 or go online to www.ci.wheatridge.co.us
APRIL 12
Join Active Minds for the story of the City of Lights. We will trace the city’s history from its Celtic origins through modern times. In the process, we’ll visit with some of the city’s most colorful characters and notable places, including the Eiffel Tower, which was despised by Parisians in its day. So, don your beret and come sit with us on the banks of the Seine. It’s the next best thing to being there! Sponsored by the Jefferson County RSVP Program and Seniors’ Resource Center. The class is noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 12 at First Presbyterian Church of Lakewood, 8210 W. 10th Ave, Lakewood, CO 80214 For more info call Jeffco RSVP Program at 303-235-6946.
APRIL 20
Over a decade after the death of Princess Diana, join Active Minds as we review her life and legacy from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 20 at Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada. We will cover her rise to royalty, including her troubled marriage to Prince Charles. We will look at the two issues she championed: AIDS and landmines. We will conclude with a look at her tragic death and the lasting impact she has had on the world.
ONGOING
Covenant Village is pleased to announce its partnership with Active Minds for programs held on the third Wednesday of the month. Active Minds, which started in 2002 now provides programming to more than 200 organizations and has more than 30 highly qualified instructors on staff. Courses focus on contemporary global issues, historical themes, and other matters of importance. Upcoming events include “Hiram Wheeler, Railroad Pioneer” at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 2, and “Abraham Lincoln” at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16. Both events are to be held at Covenant Village of Colorado, 9153 Yarrow St. in Westminster. Admission is free, but seating is limited. Call 303-403-2205 for driving directions and to reserve your place. Refreshments will be provided.
ETrain mobile training lab. Beginning in January 2011, Jefferson County Public Library will bring its eTrain mobile computer training lab to local non-profit and faith-based organizations to provide seniors (age 50 and older) onsite training in Basic Computer and Internet Job and Volunteer Search Skills. This program is being funded by a generous grant from Rose Community Foundation with a matching in-kind contribution from JCPL.
Any organization serving seniors is eligible to schedule one or more onsite training sessions. For additional details or to schedule a training session, please contact Stacy McKenzie, 303-275-6236.
Oneness Meditation Studio, 5455 W. 38th Ave., #D, in Wheat Ridge, offers bi-monthly meditation and oneness blessings. The evening of guided meditation, along with the blessing, is intended to create a transformation of peace, love and calmness to quiet the stress in your life. There is no charge for the experience, but love offerings will be accepted. For more information, call Christina at 303-594-4998 or visit our website at deekshacolorado.com.
Calling all home-school actors and actresses ages 10 to 18. A class runs from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at Colorado ACTS on Tuesdays. Parts for boys and girls of all ages combine to bring some of literature’s favorite characters to life. For more information call 303-456-6672 or visit www.coloradoacts.org.
Free chronic kidney disease classes run the 2nd and third Thursday of every month from 5 to 7 p.m. at Lakewood Dialysis, 1750 Pierce St. The classes are aimed at helping patients with chronic kidney disease live their lives more fully. To register, call 888-MyKidney.
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 or call 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. Yoga eases anxiety, increases self-esteem and confidence and benefits immune, muscular and skeletal systems. All levels and ages are welcome. Family discounts are available. Call 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.
Stroller Fit 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. For more information please visit www.strollerfit.com/denver/west or call 720-233-6666.
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 Jefferson County Workforce Center, 3500 Illinois St., Golden, offers a variety of free workshops on job searching, networking and computers. www.jeffcoworkforce.org or 303-271-4700.
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. 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 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.
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.
The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Colorado sponsors two free educational programs for families and caregivers of loved ones diagnosed with a brain disorder in various locations throughout the state. All materials are furnished free of charge.
Foothills Art Center in Golden hosts art classes. Call 303-279-3922 or go to www.foothillsartcenter.org for more information.
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
Wild Oats Natural Marketplace, 14357 W. Colfax Ave., Golden, hosts a variety of wellness programs each month. These programs are open to the public. 303-277-1339 or www.wildoats.com.
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
ONGOING
Join Townsend Retirement Specialists and Mountainside Fitness as we partner with the Salvation Army to collect winter coats and/or nonperishable food items. Participants can earn up to a free two-month membership with two personal training sessions. Restrictions apply. For complete details e-mail Ryan@townsendretirement.com. For more information call 303-452-5986.
Bring in your old glasses to Samuel Baron’s Golden Vision Clinic, 2301 Ford St. Donate your glasses to be reused, recycled or to be given to those in need, as distributed by missions in various parts of the world. 303-278-2020.
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. The cost is $5. For more information, please call 303-742-1520 or go to www.belmarcolorado.com.
VOLUNTEERS
ONGOING
The faith-based nonprofit Hospice of Covenant Care, 9101 Harlan St., Westminster, is seeking volunteers for friendly visits, helping hands with chores, office support and more. Learn about life while enriching the limited lives of others. Training starts in September. Contact Sally Carey at 303-731-8039 or hospicevolunteercolorado@covenantcareathome.org.
Volunteers needed to assist with Senior Wellness Clinics! Do you enjoy meeting people? Are you organized to a fault? Join the Visiting Nurse Association for monthly Senior Wellness clinics in local community sites. Complete volunteer training provided by VNA. For more information, please call VNA at 303-698-6387. Thank you for caring for seniors in the community.
Travelers Assistance Program at Denver International Airport is looking for caring, happy, compassionate people to join our volunteer program. We are a not-for-profit serving as DIA’s social service agency. Our duties are varied and include delivering oxygen, meet-and-greets and assisting in any way needed. Our shifts are daily 8 to 1 and 1 to 5. You must be able to pass a fingerprint security check. We offer free parking. Please contact us if you’re interested in a most rewarding volunteer experience at dentravler@aol.com or 303 342-0400.
SUPPORT GROUPS
ONGOING
Golden Family of Churches Health Ministries offers a chronic pain/illness support group that meets the from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every month at Mesa View in the First Presbyterian church Sunday School building in Golden. Call April Struck at 303-719-2964 for more info.
A lung cancer support group meets the second Wednesday of each month from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Exempla Lutheran Medical Center. For more information and to register for this free support group please call AnswerLine at 303-689-4595.
Table Mountain Baptist Church, 16735 W. 63rd Place, Golden, is holding a H.O.P.E. addiction recovery program at 7 p.m. each Friday. Call 303-277-1125 for more information.
A monthly Alzheimer’s support group is held on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Learn from others who understand what you may be going through, how to cope and find needed resources. The group meets at the Nightingale Suites building, Springwood Retirement Campus, 12825 W. 5th Way, Arvada. Call 303-424-8777 with questions.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) offers free meetings three times each week for people who want to free themselves from excess weight and/or obsessional thoughts about food and body image. FA is a 12-stop fellowship based on the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. FA meetings take place in Denver each Monday from 7-8:30 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1820 Broadway; each Thursday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, 2950 S. University Blvd.; and each Saturday from 9-10:30 a.m. at 2180 S. University Blvd.
A free chronic pain support group meets the second Wednesday of every month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at The First Presbyterian Church Sunday school building on 1707 West 16th Ave. in Golden in the room called “Room for one More”. The group is facilitated by Angel Medallis, a holistic health practitioner and psychotherapist and April Struck, a parish nurse. For any questions call April at 303-279-2776. Following the meeting is time for networking and prayer. All who suffer with chronic pain and/or illness are welcome. This group is sponsored by the Golden Valley Family of Churches.
West End Career Forum, an ongoing job search and career coaching support group, meets every other Monday morning, 10 to 11:30 a.m. and every other Tuesday evening, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Wystone’s World Teas event room, 7323 W. Alaska Drive (Belmar), Lakewood. Learn current, effective career transition and job search strategies, get support, inspiration and expand your network while enjoying unique teas from all over the world. Donna Lynch, MA, CCMC, a 20-year certified career and transition strategist facilitates this group. RSVP to Donna at 720-878-6176 or donnalynch.workwize@gmail.com. Cost is $10. Parking is free and ample directly across the street.
It’s hard to know how to help someone who is going through a divorce. DivorceCare is a support group for people who are separated or divorced, and a new group is starting up at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday nights at Arvada Covenant Church. Call 303-422-1235 for more information.
For those suffering pain, burning, freezing, tingling and or numbness in feet or hands, The Lakewood Chapter of the Neuropathy Association would like to invite you to our support group meetings. We meet on the fourth Saturday of the month at 3 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. in The Lutheran Church of the Resurrection at 7100 W. Mississippi Ave., Lakewood. Call Jim Williams at 303-954-9914 for more information.
The Dynamic Counselors Serving Golden are offering a free support group for people looking for work and feeling lost, alone and hopeless. The group meets at noon every Wednesday 607 10th St., Suite 208, Golden. The meetings will begin Wednesday, Nov. 11 and run for six weeks. Professional counselors facilitate the one-hour weekly sessions. For more information, contact Bob Torgerson at 303-278-6669, Kate Heit at 303-277-9407, Linza Douglas at 720-272-2231 or Sally Bonkrude at 303-717-9580.
The Lakewood Group meets from 3 to 4:30 p.m. the fourth Saturday of the month at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 7100 W. Mississippi Ave, Lakewood. Call Jim Williams at 303-954-9914 for more information.
For adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, Wings provides therapist-facilitated peer support groups in which survivors are believed, accepted, and no longer alone. There are currently three groups meeting in Lakewood — a group on Thursday afternoon and Thursday evening for women, and a Wednesday evening group for men. For more information contact the Wings office at 303-238-8660 or see the Web site at www.wingsfound.org.
Widowed Men and Women of America meets at 5:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at the Lakewood Elks, 1455 Newland St. This group helps widowed individuals get back into the social world following the grieving process. 303-922 2037 or www.widowedamerica.org.