THE POLAR EXPRESS – 20TH ANNIVERSARY
NOV. 22 to JAN. 1, 2025 at Gaylord Rockies Resort. Carved from 300-pound blocks of ice to fill 17,000 s.f. frozen attraction with the temperature maintained at 9 degrees. Coats provided for the tour. The ice artisans are from Harbin, China where they will carve 2 million pounds of ice to recreate the classic Holiday event in Colorado’s largest indoor frozen attraction. Starting with 6,000 massive ice blocks, the carvers work approximately six weeks- more than 12,000 man-hours. Some of the events: Cirque: Frost; Festival of Trees, Mistletoe Mile Scavenger hunt, Gingerbread Decorating Corner; Build-A-Bear Workshop; Photos with Santa; Elf Training Academy; Mrs. Claus Christmas Traditions; Yuletide Street Marker and Cozy Comfort at Relate Spa. Visit ChristmasatGaylordRockies.com
ENGLEWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RIBBON CUTTING
DEC. 12, 4-6 p.m. And after hours celebration to inaugurate the stunning new mural by artist Michael Ortiz on the backside of FELT Bar. The Mural Contest was sponsored by the Englewood Chamber, City of Englewood Communications Dept., Cultural Arts Commission, Englewood Downtown Development Authority and FELT Bar located at 101 W. Floyd Ave., Englewood, RSVP: 303-789-4473.
THIRD ANNUAL LATKES AND LIGHTS HANUKKAH CELEBRATION
SUN. DEC. 15, 10 a.m. Hosted by Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center (JCC Denver).Two latke competitions, craft fair, live music, Hanukkah games and more. All ages invited. Tickets limited at https:/www.jccd DEenver.org/portfolio-items/latkes-and-lights/
LITTLE MAN ICE CREAM UGLY SWEATER BINGO PARTY
SUNDAY, DEC. 15 4-6 p.m. 4940 S. Yosemite St. @ Belleview Square.
GINGERBREAD HOUSE MAKING PARTY
SUNDAY, DEC. 22 3-5 p.m.Craft your very own Gingerbread House with all of the fun frosting & delicious decorations .3455 S. Univ. Blvd. @ Kent Marketplace.Spots are limited, so RSVP to join the fun. Use the QR code in this weeks Villager.
NATIONAL WESTERN STOCK SHOW PARADE
JAN. 9 12 noon. Downtown Denver.
SAVE THE DATE:
MONDAY, JAN. 20, 6-11:00 p.m. 2025 Colorado Inaugural Ball to celebrate Trump’s Victory, presented by the Lincoln Club of Colorado. Marriott DTC, 4900 S. Syracuse, Denver. Dinner and cash bar. Dancing to 22 piece Mile High Big Band, complementary champagne toast, live feed from the Washington DC Inaugural Ball. Formal attire or Black Tie. Looking for sponsors and volunteers. Call Lynne at 303-550-5115 or lcottrell@aol.com
DENVER LIONS CLUB MEETINGS
Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 12 noon at the American Legion Hall, I-25 & Yale. Interested in joining? Call Bob, 720-313-9741.
ENGLEWOOD LIONS CLUB MEETINGS
Meets 1st & 3rd Thursdays at 7:00 p/m. At Mango Tree Coffee, 3498 S. Broadway,Englewood. Info: Gail 720-377-7682.
WHAT’S NEW?
Carla’s is decorated for the Holidays! SHOP LOCAL! Unique & festive holidays decor from vintage to modern. A magical experience for 29 years. The Streets at Southglenn, 6851 S. Gaylord St., Ste., 233, Centennial.
WHAT’S NEW? – BRIA BLAIR CREATIVE NOW OPEN!
The Streets at Southglenn, 6853 S. York St., 123. (Across the street from Carlas.) Open Monday by appointment or Tuesday-Sat. 10-5 p.m.
WHAT’S NEW?
James DeMarco has joined First American State Bank as AVP, Treasury Management Solutions Product Manager.
Larry & Jill Dipasquale are celebrating 35 years of operation for Epicurean Catering.
Kelly Brough has been named CEO of Fitzsimmons Innovation Community in Aurora; a campus of more than 80 innovative health and life sciences companies. Brough was former president and CEO of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce.
WHAT’S NEW? – ST. ANDREW’S VILLAGE SENIOR LIVING EVENTS
Upscale dining, engaging events and activities, indoor pool, pet friendly. Call 720-684-5913 to schedule a tour and enjoy lunch on the Village. Located at 133801 E. Yale Ave., Aurora.