OPTIMIST CLUB OF MONACO SOUTH CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF COMMUNITY SERVICE
Beginning Oct. 1 with a year of activities. Tom Mauro is chairman of the Golden Anniversary observance. The club was organized between Feb. & July in 1976 with two original members, Greg Hurd & Kent Gloor, still members.
COLORADO BALLET CELEBRATES THE 65TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE NUTCRACKER
NOV. 29-DEC. 28. Ellie Caulkins Opera House. colorado ballet.org
DENVER REPUBLICAN FIRST FRIDAY BREAKFAST
FRI., DEC. 5, 7:30 a.m. Speaker Rep. Ryan Gonzalez at Morning Story Restaurant, 560 S. Holly St., Denver
15TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY MARKET
DEC. 6, 11:00 a.m. – 3 p.m. Hay rides, food trucks, mobile bar, kids crafts vendors. Zumas 90 acre horse ranch in Littleton. Scan the ad in the Dec. 4 Villager, page 8.
TOMMYKNOCKER HOLIDAY BAZAAR
DEC. 6, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. & DEC. 7 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Exclusive gifts from more than 30 local artisans. Set in Central City’s Historic Teller House. Cookie decorating, visit from Santa, coloring contest & more. Visit CentralCity.com/events for details. Sponsored by Main Street Central City.
HAWK TALK & EAGLE WALK
SAT., DEC. 6, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Discover the powerful predators of the sky with the City of Aurora & the High Line Canal Conservancy. Location: Morrison Native Center. RSVP: 720-767-2452.
38TH ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR
DEC. 6, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Goodson Recreation Center. Local artists with a variety of homemade items. Admission & parking free.
FRIENDS OF NURSING CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON AND MUSICAL CONCERT
SAT., DEC. 6, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Please join us for a delicious lunch and a fun Christmas Shoppe and Silent Auction at Eddie V’s Prime Seafood, 5111DTC Parkway in Greenwood Village. Enjoy a beautiful musical performance featuring headlining Soprano, Christie Conover. Rick Crandall is the emcee with two-time Friends of Nursing Scholarship Recipient, Sean Simpson, giving an update on his nursing career following his graduation. For ticket information, call 720-891-3412.
JINGLE JAM – HOLIDAY AFTERNOON
SAT., DEC. 6, 1-4 p.m. at Centennial Center Park. Free, family-friendly celebration. Dancers, Centennial elementary & middle school choirs with holiday favorites. Free holiday cookies, hot chocolate & cider, write letters to Santa, magical snow globes for a fun photo opportunity.
CHERRY CREEK REPUBLICAN WOMEN GENERAL MEETING/LUNCHEON
TUE., DEC. 9, 11:00 a.m. Program: Induction of 2026-2027 CCRW officers and Holiday Entertainment: Young Heart Trio; Oldies: Country & Dance Songs. Pre-registration required by Tue., Dec. 2. Double Tree by Hilton, DTC, 780 E. Orchard Rd., Greenwood Village. Free parking on West side, lower level. Cost is $38. www.cherrycreekrepublicanwomen.org or call 303-475-9148 for reservations.
ARAPAHOE COUNTY HOLIDAY – THEMED FUN DAY
SAT., DEC. 13, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at AC Event Center. Santa visit, Holiday Shopping Village, Live Holiday Music, Mechanical Reindeer Ride, Petting Farm, Snowball Toss. Tickets $10 in advance/$12 day of event. Kids 2 & under free. $25 for Yeti Set Go 5 K Fun Run; includes free visit to the Village admission & fun run T-shirt. Donate a new, unwrapped gift for one free admission per household. Does not apply to 5K Run. Fun Run tickets at Arapahoecountyeventcenter.com
THE VILLAGE TOY DRIVE FOR VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA COLORADO
TUE., DEC. 16, 5-7:00 p.m. Annual wrapping party at First American State Bank, 8390 E. Crescent Parkway, Suite 100, Greenwood Village. Hearty appetizers and drinks provided.
SOUTH METRO DENVER CHAMBER ECONOMIC FORECAST BREAKFAST
FRI., JAN. 30, 7:30-10:15 a.m. at DCSD Legacy Campus. Keynote speaker: Rob Cohen, Chairman & CEO of the IMA Financial Group, Inc. and National Women’s Soccer League Controlling Owner. Keystone Speaker: Henry Sobanet, Chief Financial Officer/Senior Vice Chancellor for Administration & Government Relations, Colo. State University. Info@bestchamber.com
SAVE THE DATE
FRIDAY, JAN. 30 7:30-10:00 a.m. Economic Forecast Breakfast sponsored by South Metro Denver Chamber.
CLUB NEWS
OPTIMIST CLUB OF MONACO SOUTH
FRIDAYS from 7-8 a.m. for the pasts 49 years. American Legion Hall, Yale & I-25. Call Frank 303-759-9232 for a free breakfast. Have fun meeting new friends and an opportunity to give back to the community.
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 a.m. At Mango Tree Coffee, 3498 S. Broadway,Englewood. Info: Gail 720-377-7682.
WHAT’S NEW?
12TH ANNUAL THE VILLAGE TOY DRIVE
Donate New Toys (Ages 0-18). Drop off at First American State Bank, 8390 E. Crescent Parkway, Suite 100, Greenwood Village. Deadline for donations are Wed., Dec. 17. Volunteers of America Colorado needs 6,000 toys this Holiday Season.
“BLACK BASEBALL’S HEYDAY” Capturing an Era in Art and Words, Written by Villager author Denny Dressman and Art by Anthony High. Pre-Order Now! https://www.mcfarlandbooks.com/product/Black-Baseballs-Heyday/
COLORADO DEMOCRATS TO HOLD 2026 STATE ASSEMBLY IN PUEBLO
MARCH 28, 2026 at the Memorial Hall.
RENEW YOUR VEHICLE REGISTRATION
Renewal kiosks are fast, easy and issue you tags on the spot? Go to COMVExpress.com to find a location near you.
BUSINESS NEWS
COLORADO BUSINESS HALL OF FAME
THURS., FEB. 5, 2026. Hyatt Regency Denver at Colo. Conv. Center. Register: Coloradobusinesshalloffame.org
GE TREE SERVICE
Trusted & Reliable for 20 years. A Certified Arborist, Licensed & Insured, Family Owned & Operated.Free estimates. Call 303-500-2017. www.coloradotreeremoval.com
THE GARDENS GARDEN CENTER ANNOUNCES NEW OWNERSHIP
Locally family-owned-and operated. 9542 S. Univ. Bvld., Highlands Ranch. Open Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
ASPENDALE 60+ ACTIVE ADULT APARTMENT COMMUNITY IN CENTENNIAL
Appointments : 303-970-9514.
COWBOY MOVING & STORAGE
Commercial & Residential Moves – Also, load & hold. Call 303-789-2200.
GRAND OPENING – MT. FUJI SUSHI-HIBACHI
The Streets of Southglenn – 6850 S. Gaylord, Centennial. 303-997-0888. mtjujisushico.com
THE AUDIOLOGY METHOD
Schedule a hearing test. 7180 – E. Orchard Rd., Ste. 302, Centennial. 720-457-5113.
HOST YOUR EVENT AT THE JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT FREE ENTERPRISE CENTER
In Greenwood Village. Events @JARockyMountain.org
CHERRY HILLS ASSISTED LIVING & MEMORY CARE
6325 S University. Blvd., Centennial. Call for Tour 720-592-0252
FAMILY-OWNED & OPERATED ORGANIC NATURAL MARKET
“FRESH MARKET” open at 1500 W. Littleton Blvd., Unit 106 – Woodlawn Shopping Center. Open 7 days a week. 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
PRIVATE AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION + MORE
5 Star Google Reviews. Transportation Executive Services LLC. Call 720-969-5386.
ST. ANDREW’S VILLAGE SENIOR LIVING
Upscale dining, engaging events and activities. Call 720-684-5913. Located at 133801 E. Yale Ave., Aurora.
TONIGHT WE DINE
Fine meats & seafood. Free delivery on $100 or more. Look for The Villager Combo for $100. Call 303-215-0333.
SEMION BARBERSHOP FOR ALL -MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN
5910 S. Univeristy Blvd., Greenwood Village. 720-531-3998.
THE EYEWEAR COLLECTION
Owner Aaron Mozes is a CCHS graduate. Comprehensive Eye Exams, Eyeglasses, Contacts. 5910 S. University. Blvd., Unit D4, Greenwood Village.
BKC KITCHEN & BATH
Free consultation & estimate. Visit showroom at 4151 S. Natches Ct., Englewood. 303-761-7477.
HEARING LIFE HAS 30 DAYS RISK-FREE TRIAL
5910 S. University. Blvd., Ste A-3, Greenwood Village. 720-362-3903.
FALL PARTIES/EVENTS? BOOK TODAY
Rocky Mountain Valet. Visit www.ROCKYMTNVALET.COM
KIMPTON CLARET HOTEL
Host your next special event at The Kimpton Claret. www.clarethotel.com
OWN YOUR STORAGE OR FLEX WAREHOUSE SPACE
Visit MYDREAMSTORAGECO.COM
PARKSIDE VILLAGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
14501 E. Crestline Drive, Aurora. Lunch is on us – schedule your tour today. 720-315-7778 or visit ParksideVillageRetirement.com