REINKE BROS HAUNTED MANSION
NOW TILL NOV. 1. Celebrating 50 years. Downtown Littleton, 5773 S. Prince St. Mon.-Thurs.: 6-10 p.m. Fri., 6 p.m. – 12 a.m. Sat. 3 p.m. -12 a.m. Sun. 3 p.m. -10 p.m. LIGHTS ON KID’S TOURS: Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tickets: 303-795-5006 ALSO: Over 20,000 costumes for sale or rent. Tickets: reinkebrothers.com or at their box office.
MAGIC OF THE JACK O’LANTERNS
SEPT. 18 -NOV. 1 Thousands of Hand-Carved pumpkins and glowing Halloween magic at Hudson Gardens with a synchronized light show. S’mores stations, food & beverages. Tickets: magicofthejackolanderns.com Ticket prices vary based on date and availably. 6115 S. Santa Fe Dr., Littleton
BULLYING RECOVERY RESOURCE CENTER’S 2026 BELONG GALA
FRI., OCT. 2, 6-10 p.m. Social Capitol, 6543 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. BRRC Mission. We defend bullied children and help rebuild lives. Tickets: https:/brre.bolder.bid
ROTC ALUMNI RENDEZVOERS AT HOMECOMING & FAMILY WEEKEND AT CSU
FRI., OCT. 2, 2-3 p.m. Tours of Military Science Bldg at 251 University. Ave. 3-6 p.m. Festival on the Oval, Beer Garden at CSU Oval, 701 Oval Dr. Football kickoff at 4 p.m. Tickets: 970-491-7774.
CSU 50-YEAR CLUB AWARDS LUNCHEON
OCT. 2-the Friday of Homecoming & Family Weekend. Induct the class of 1976 and present the Public Service and Career Achievement Award winners. Held at the Hilton Fort Collins, 425 W. Prospect Rd., Fort Collins. Info: 970-491-6533.
CENTENNIAL ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT
SAT., OCT. 3 from 8-11 a.m. at the Centennial Civic Center. Bring a non-perishable food item $5 minimum monetary donation to support the Salvation Army Centennial Corps. Check with City of Centennial for acceptable items.
CHERRY CREEK CHORALE “HARMONY & HOPE”: MUSIC MIRTH & MUGS RAISED HIGH
OCT. 9, 7 p.m. and Oct. 10, 3 p.m. Bethany Lutheran Church, 45000 E. Hampden Ave., Cherry Hills Village. The concert brings the festive spirit of Octoberfest to the concert stage. Tickets: cherrycreekchoral.org
HELPING HANDS REPAIR CAFE
SAT., OCT. 10, noon to 3:30 p.m. Volunteer Repair Coaches will help you with your repairs for free. First Congregational Church, 3501 Colo. Blvd., Cherry Hills Village. Registration required in advance.
CENTENNIAL CITY COUNCIL DIST 1 MEETING
WED., OCT. 14 6-8 p.m. at the YMCA Center of Generations (6972 S. Vine St., #366.
CENTENNIAL FALL LEAF DROP-OFF EVENT
MON., OCT. 19 – FRI., Oct. 23 2-6 p.m. Collect leaves in brown paper lawn and leaf bags and take to Centennial Public Works facility.
CSU MASTER GARDNERS LANDSCAPE CARE
THURS., OCT. 22 4-5 p.m. at APL Central Library/Central Large Community room. Join Master Gardner RonHogan to learn how to put your gardens to bed. Visit bit.ly/CSU-FWL
AURORA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL SOLD OUT
THURS., OCT. 22, 6-9 p..m. Keynote Speaker: Chris Barton, Fonder & Creator of Shazam, Entrepreneur, Inventor, and Tech Investor. Join the waitlist for a table. Celebrating the economic successes of the City of Aurora, Adams County, and Arapahoe County at Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center. Questions: 303-755-22223.
ARAPAHOE COUNTY MYSTICAL MAYHEM AT ARAPAHOE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
OCT. 24, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Glow games, Mystical Readings,Costume Contest. D.J., dance party, free parking. $45 online pre-order or ($50 Day of.) Includes two drinks
FALL FOR YOU AT ARAPAHOE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
OCT. 24-25 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Axe Throwing, Petting Farm, Escape Rooms, Chalk Art, Free Parking, Farm Fun, Circus Performers. $15 online. Pre-order. ($17 Day of). Arapahoecountyeventcenter.com
JUNIOR LEAGUE MILE HIGH HOLIDAY MART
NOV. 6-8 at Gates Field House on the University. of Denver campus. Local & national merchants.
FRI., NOV. 6 1-8 p.m.; SAT., NOV. 7, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. SUN., NOV. 8 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tickets: JLD.org. VIP Private Shopping event FRI., Nov. 6 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tickets $40. Early access including parking, winter beverages, breakfast bites.
ST. CATHERINE GREEK ORTHOD0X CHURCH TABLES EXTRAORDINAIRE
NOV. 11, 12, 13. Holiday Tea with table viewing: NOV. 11 9:30 a.m. & 1 p.m.; Nov. 12, 1 p.m. Tables Extraordinaire Table Viewing: NOV. 12, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and NOV. 13 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. tables@stcatherinephiloptochos.org Presale closes Nov. 4 online. Shop the Holiday Bake Sale – great Holiday gifts.
CLUB NEWS
VETERANS COFFEE CLUB
Every Third Friday of the month from 8-10 a.m. Buck Recretion Center Topeka Room, 2004 W.Powers Ave., Littleton. Coffee provided by Littleton Elks Lodge
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?
Now hiring for the November election. Become an election judge. Apply:ArapahoeNotes.gov/election-judges
AUTORA CITY COUNCIL APPROVES PERMANENT SPRAY IRRIGATION RESTRICTIONS
In effect Oct. 1-April 30 in most areas and October. 15-October. 30 in high-traffic areas like your yard, parks and athletic fields Turf like Kentucky bluegrass and Fescue, and new ornamental water features are prohibited citywide. Drip irrigation and hand watering still allowed.
OVERLAND HIGH SCHOOL MAKES WAVES WITH NEW AQUATIC CENTER
On August 28th a ribbon cutting ceremony was held for the district’s first stand-only Aquatics Center. the 35,000 sf. facility was built by Saunders Construction and designed by DLR Group – an 8 lane, 25-yar, 417,000 gallon competition pool, and seating for 300 spectators.
COLORADO LOTTERY REPORTS RECORD FY26 SCRATCH SALES
Nearly $888 million in total venue. More than $181 million to Beneficiaries.
ARNOLD PALMER CUP COMING TO CHERRY HILLS COUNTRY CLUB
JUNE 7-13, 2027. The event was hosted in 2026 by Trails Golf Links in Ireland. The cup now includes 12 men and 12 women per team.
ARAPAHOE COUNTY HIRING BIPARTISAN ELECTION JUDGES
For the June & Nov. elections. Flexible schedules, variety of positions open, open to citizens from any county. Go to jobs.ArapahoeCo.gov or call 303-795-4511
SIGN UP FOR JOB ALERTS
Arapahoe County is hiring. Visit jobs.arapahoeco.gov. This is a new site.
“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/
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
OLIVER’S host a celebration
Host a celebration on the full-private terrace. Accommodates 60 guest seated for dinner or up to 85 guests for a cocktail reception. www.oliversitalian.com
ASH & AGAVE RESTAURANT NOW OPEN
Inspired by the shores of the Mexican Riviera-bringing coastal Mexican flavor to the table where smoke, salt, and citrus lead the way. Fresh seafood and fire-kissed meats. Cherry Creek Shopping Center, Lower Level near Neiman Marcus. 720-464-3819.
RODIZIO GRILL “THE BRAZILIAN STEAK HOUSE”
LOCATED IN THE DTC AT 125 & Dry Creek and Downtown Denver, 18th & Wynnkoop
FIRST AMERICAN STATE BANK
Locally Owned and operated. 8390 E. Crescent Parkway, Suite 100, Greenwood Village.
MOVET – PRIMARY CARE VETERINARY SERVICES
In Home, In Clinic or Virtual. Locally woman owned business. 4912 S. Newport St., Denver. Call 720-507-7387 MovetCare.com
NEED AN ATTORNEY?
Call Donald Peterson for a free telephone or video consultation. 303-758-0999. Email: Donald@PetersonLaw.Co. Located at 5675 DTC Boulevard, Suite 250, Greenwood Village.
Aislyn Dermatology
Dr. Aislyn Nelson MD, PhD dermatologist is located in Lincoln Medical Center, 11960 Lioness Way, Ste. 225, Parker. 719-992-0127. www.aislynderm.com “We Do It All.”
JOSHUA TREE EXPERTS – Certified Arborist
Schedule a Winter Arborist Inspection to develop a tree care plan for the winter time.303-229-8777. www.joshuatreeexperts.com/denver-south-co
ROGERS & SONS INC. – Elevated Climate Control
Curated Cooling & A/C Services; Radiant Heating & Snow Melt Integration; Whole-Home Humidification and more. Private Consultations: 720-408-7411. https://rogershvac.com
CARLA’S A CLASSIC DESIGN
From unique gifts to festive decor. Shop small and local at The Streets at Southglenn, 6851 S. Gaylord St., Centennial. 303-683-0372
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
COWBOY MOVING & STORAGE
Commercial & Residential Moves – Also, load & hold. Call 303-789-2200.
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
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.
SEMION BARBERSHOP FOR ALL – MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN
5910 S. University 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.
FALL PARTIES/EVENTS? BOOK TODAY
Rocky Mountain Valet. Visit www.rockymntvalet.com
KIMPTON CLARET HOTEL
Host your next special event at The Kimpton Claret. www.clarethotel.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