WHAT’S HAPPENING – 1-30-25

FREEDOM 58 PROJECT PRESENTS VOICES OF HOPE AND ART SHOWCASE FOR FREEDOM
JAN. 30, 4:30-7:30 p.m., 7173 S. Havana St., #100, Centennial – The Village Workspace. Event is free, but space is limited. Call 720-252-6358. Sponsored by Denver Broncos Alumni Association.

SOUTH METRO CHAMBER 2025 ECONOMIC FORECAST
FRIDAY, JAN. 31, 6:45 a.m.-9:00 a.m. Douglas County School District Legacy Campus, 10035 S. Peoria St., Parker. Presented by Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care. RSVP: 303-795-0142

LEGISLATIVE TOWN HALL IN CENTENNIAL
SAT., FEB. 1, 1:00 p.m. Representative Chad Clifford is hosting the meeting to hear community concerns, as well as to share what is upcoming in this year’s Legislative Session that is going from now until May. Community Room, 7272 S. Eagle St., Centennial. chad.clifford.house@coleg.gov

CYBERSECURITY EVENT IN DENVER SOUTH
FEB. 6, 7 -9:00 a.m. Learn how cyber criminals access our network, take advantage of our systems, etc. Speaker Julia Costin; Co-Founder & COO; Cyber Qubits Richard Korn; Senior Security Specialist; Comcast Business Global.
Herb Miner; Owner, Founder & COO; Silicon Plains. Eventt at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 1075 Commons St., LT. RSVP: 303-792-9447. Email Kellie@denver-south.com

CHERRY CEK REPUBLICAN WOMEN GENERAL MEETING/LUNCHEON
TUESDAY, FEB. 11, 11:00 a.m. RSVP Deadline: Feb. 4. Double Tree by Hilton, DTC, 7801 E. Orchard Rd., Greenwood Village. Free Parking on West side, lower lever. Cost $36. Speaker: Mark Hillman, “Where are we – and where should we go from here?” Hillman served 2 terms in CO State Senate, State Treasurer and CO-GOP National Committeeman, Ex Director of the CO Civil Justice League, Journalist. RSVP: 303-475-9148.

DENVER CLERK & RECORDER ANNUAL MARRIAGE MARATHON
FEB. 14, Valentine’s Day. In the main atrium of the Webb Bldg.

AURORA HISTORY MUSEUM PRESENTS NEW COMMUNITY STORY EXHIBIT
NOW – FEB. 16, 2025. A rich tapestry of community stories brought to life at Community Gallery of the Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway. Created in collaboration with the city of Aurora, Poet Laureate, Ahj a Fox. The poetry on display was selected from over 100 entries by local artists, highlighting the Aurora Community. Aurora Museum.org

CITY OF CENTENNIAL BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMUNITIES OPEN
Application deadline: Monday, FEB. 17, 5 p.m. New appointments for six of the 10 groups will be made at the end of March and selected applicants will begin serving their terms in April. Applications being accepted for the Audit Committee, Election Commission, Investment Commission, Open Space Advisory Board, Planning & Zoning Commission and Senior Commission based on vacancies. More Info: Visit centennialco.gov/boardsandcommissions

SOUTH METRO DENVER CHAMBER SMDC ANNUAL BUSINESS AWARDS
WED., MARCH 12, 5-8:00 p.m. Curtis Ballroom, Comedy Works South. Presented by Vetra Bank. Nomination deadline: FEB. 7. Nominees must be a member of the Chamber from Jan.-Dec. 2024 and beyond. Nominations to: info@bestchamber.com

MIZEL ARTS & CULTURE CENTER’S DENVER CHILDREN’S THEATRE, “CHARLOTTE’S WEB.”
FEB. 20-MARCH 16. FEB. 23 Performance at 10 a.m. is a SCFD Free Day event and Accessibility Day for the public. Additional performances March 2, 9, and 16 at 10 a.m. at Theatre at the Mizel Arts & Culture Center located at the Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center. Tickets available for public performances.

LOCAL ARTIST INVITED TO APPLY FOR 2025 ART ON LOAN PROGRAM
Sponsored by South Suburban Parks and Recreation. Apply by MARCH17. Selected sculptures will be displayed at Goodson Recreation Center or Hudson Gardens for a year, and artists will receive a $500 honorarium for the display. Call 720-245-2604 or Info: gpeterson@ssprd.org

NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN
The Arapahoe County Mayors & Commissioners Youth Award recognizes teenagers who have overcome adversity & risen to challenges. Scholarships awarded to graduating seniors who wish to pursue post-secondary educational opportunities at vocational schools, two or four-year colleges, or trade & certification programs. Teachers, counselors, and school administrators can nominate exceptional seniors through March 7 at arapahoecogov/youth awards.

Ms. Colorado Senior America – Call for Contestants
Ms. Colorado Senior America Pageant is taking applications for the 31st pageant on April 26, 2025.   If you are a lady 60 years or better, this is your opportunity to get out and do something for you in 2025!!!  Not just a “one and done” pageant, we are involved with year round activities and make a difference in our communities.  This is the “Age of Elegance!”  For more information – website: ColoSrAmerica.com, FB – Ms Colorado Senior America Pageant or call René Green, Pageant Administrator at 720- 384-6249. 

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. 

SAVE THE DATE – MIZEL INSTITUTE 2025 HONOREES
THURSDAY, MAY 22 . Honoring Bonnie & David Mandarich. 2024 honoree was Peyton Manning.

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.