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.
CHERRY CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT is Celebrating 75TH ANNIVERSARY
IN 1950 SCSD formed eight schools, eight principals, three buses, 43 teachers, and 1,253 students. Today there are 53,000 students.
UPCOMING CLASSES AT CURTIS CENTER FOR THE ARTS
OCT. 7-NOV. 18 1-3 P.M. COLORED PENCILS
CURTIS ARTS SOLO EXHIBITION
SEPT. 6-NOV. 1. Exhibit by Jo Stealeyl at 2359 E. Orchard Rd., Greenwood Village. Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
REINKE BROS HAUNTED MANSION
SEPT. 26-NOV. 2. in Littleton. 57th Year of frightful fun. www.reinkebrothers.com
CONVERSATIONS WITH COMMISSIONERS
THURS., OCT. 16, 5-6:30 p.m. CentrePoint Plaza 14980 E.Alameda Dr., Aurora. Join Rhonda Fields & special guests from Arap/Douglas Works.
CSU 50 YEAR CLUB AWARDS LUNCHEON
FRI., OCT. 17, 10:30 a.m., Pre-Reception; 11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Luncheon and Awards program. Hilton Ft. Collins, 425 W. Prospect Rd. Class of 1975 to be inducted. RSVP: 800-286-2586. SAT., OCT. 18. Homecoming game – CSU Rams vs. Univ. of Hawaii, 5 p.m.
FALL FESTIVAL
OCT. 18, 12 – 4 p.m. 32 vendors, face painters, hay rides, bar and more. 7745 Moore Rd., Littleton. Tickets: Scan the QR code in the Oct. 9 Villager, page 12.
18th ANNUAL “BE BEAUTIFUL BE YOURSELF FASHION SHOW”
SAT., OCT. 18, 5-9:30 p.m. at Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel to benefit Global Down Syndrome Foundation. Celebrities, Awards, Auction, Dinner and Show starring Jeremy Renner, Jane Lynch, Jessica Biel, Kevin Iannuci and many more. Tickets & Info: www.bebeautifulbeyourself.org or 303-321-6277.
AURORA REPUBLICAN FORUM
OCT. 18, 10 a.m. Heather Gardens Clubhouse, 2888 S. Heather Gardens Way, Aurora Aspen Room. $5 coffee & donuts.
HUNTINGTON’S DISEASE SOCIETY OF AMERICA TO HOST EDUCATION DAY
SAT., OCT. 18, 9 a.m. -1:30 p.m. at The University of. of Colo. – Anschutz Medical Campus. Info: movement@cuanschutz
THE GARDENS GARDEN CENTER TO HOST TRICK PIG
OCT. 18, 11 a.m. As seen on America’s Got Talent Show & The Today Show. 9542 S. Univ. Blvd., Highlands Ranch.
GLOBAL DOWN SYNDROME “BE BEAUTIFUL BE YOURSELF FASHION SHOW
SAT., OCT. 18, 5 p.m. at Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel. Tickets: 303-321-6277 or development@globaldownsyndromeorg
TREAT STREET
OCT. 18 & 19 – Call for Venders & Community Partners, Event Center, Arapahoe County Fairgrounds & Park. Arapahoeco.gov
FRIENDS OF NURSING WISH SHOPPING EVENT & FUND RAISER
TUESDAY, OCT. 21, 6-8 p.m. Join FON for an evening of friendship & fun-shopping at both WISH Boutique and WISH Gifts, next door to each other in the Happy Canyon Shopping Center, 5014 E. Hampden Ave., Denver. WISH donates a percentage of the total sales back to Friends of Nursing to support the Nursing Scholarships!
DENVER BALLET GUILD ART IN MOTION “007 BOND RETURNS” FALL FUNDRAISER
OCT. 23, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Mike Ward Luxury Automotive Showroom in Highlands Ranch, 1850 Lucent Blvd. Dance by Cleo Parker Robinson; Dance & dance party music by DJ Baummer. Dress: Classic spy chic. Info: Cari Spiecker or cari.spiecker@hotmail.com
ANNUAL “SPOOKY STREETS” AT THE STREETS AT SOUTHGLENN
FRI., OCT. 24, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Free festival around Commons Park. Info: 303-539-7141
THE GARDENS GARDEN CENTER PUMPKIN CARVING & TRUNK-OR-TREAT
SAT.,OCT. 25, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Purchase your pumpkin from the pumpkin patch then carve & decorate. 9542 S. University. Blvd., Highlands Ranch.
CARLA’S A CLASSIC DESIGN
30th Annual Holiday Open House – dazzling holiday décor and gifts. Thurs – Sat. Oct. 23-25. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sun., Oct. 26 11a.m.-4 p.m. The Streets at Southglenn, 6851 S. Gaylord St., Centennial. 303-683-0372. Carlasacd.com
HARVEST HOOT AT THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
OCT. 24-26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. At the Marsico Campus. Monster carnival games, spooky potions, stories about fall folklore, make pumpkin patch treats, Rocky Mtn. mini train & more. Gen. admission. Mychildrenmuyseum.org
EASTERSEALS 15th ANNUAL COLO. MONTE CARLO NIGHT
SAT., OCT. 25, 6 p.m. at Ameristar Black Hawk. Honoring Ameristar Casino Resort Spa & the Dave & Wendy Dennis Family. Info: 303-233-1666.
CITY OF AURORA HOSTS FREE FESTIVITIES
SAT., OCT. 25, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway. Live entertainment from the Darling Revival Trio & Joe Smith & the Spicy Pickles. Food trucks, vendors, petting zoo, pumpkin patch and more.
ADVOCATES FOR CHILDREN CASA ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARTY
OCT. 25, 1-3 p.m., 16965 Pine Lane, Suite 120, Parker. Costumes encouraged. RSVP Victoria_Raphael@ad4children.org
ARAPAHOE COUNTY ELECTIONS IS HOSTING PUBLIC TOURS OF THE ELECTION FACILITY
TUE., OCT. 28, 9 a.m. Wed., Oct. 29, 12 p.m., Fri., Oct. 31, 10 a.m. Register: arapahoeco.gov/facilitytours
AURORA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
THURS., OCT. 30, 6-9 p.m. Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center. Keynote Speaker: Tom Papa-comedian, writer, and actor. “A-List 2025: Harvet Time in Aurora. Celebrate successes of the City of Aurora, Adams County, and Arapahoe County. Tickets: 303-755-2223.
HERITAGE EAGLE BEND CRAFT FAIR
SAT., NOV. 1, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free admission, unique vendors. 23155 E. Heritage Parkway, Aurora
250 U.S. MARINE CORPS BIRTHDAY BALL CELEBRATION
SUN., NOV. 9, VIP access 4 p.m.; General – 5-9:30 p.m. See the AV-B8 Harrier II & Dedication! Wings Over The Rockies Air & Space Museum, 7711 E. Academy Blvd., Denver. Tickets: See QR Code on page 11 of Oct 9 Villager.
TABLES EXTRAORDINAIRE
WED., NOV. 19-SAT., NOV. 22. Benefits the Philanthropic Outreach of Saint Catherine Philoptochos Society. NOV. 19, High Tea & Table Viewing – $45. 9:30-11:30 & 1-3:00 p.m. Nov. 20 , High Tea & Table Viewing 9:30-11:30 a.m. Table Viewing + Pastry Favor $20 on Thurs., Nov. 20, 12-4 p.m.; Fri., Nov. 21, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. & Sat. Nov. 22, 9 a.m.-12 noon. Greek Treats for Sale. Purchase tickets www.stcatherinechurch.org/tables. The church is located at 5555 S. Yosemite St., Greenwood Village.
L’ESPRIT DE NOEL HOLIDAY HOME TOUR
NOV. 21 & 22. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 49th Central City Opera Annual Home Tour. 5 decorated homes in the Hilltop neighborhood. Proceeds to Central City Opera. Info: centralcityopera.org/guild. Tickets: lespritdenoel.org
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
COLORADO BUSINESS HALL OF FAME
THURS., FEB. 5, 2026. Hyatt Regency Denver at Colo. Conv. Center. Register: Coloradobusinesshalloffame.org
clubs 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 p/m. At Mango Tree Coffee, 3498 S. Broadway,Englewood. Info: Gail 720-377-7682.
EXPAND YOUR LOVE OF BRIDGE
New games specifically for Novice and Intermediate players. Tech Center Bridge is located at 6161 S. Wabash Way, Greenwood Village. Call 303-915-1229. 1st & 3rd Thursdays 12:30-3:45 p.m. Cost is $8. Need a partner? Check the online list bredgewebs.com/techcenterbridge Also ask about Denver Metro Bridge at 5250 Leetsdale Dr., Denver. 303-757-4774.
WHAT’S NEW?
“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/
WHAT’S NEW? – COLORADO LEGISLATORS HELD A SPECIAL SESSION TO PLUG $800 MILLION BUDGET DEFICIT
On the 33 measures, only one received bipartisan sponsorship – a proposal to divert $264,000 in general funds from the state’s wolf reintroduction program to now help cover subsidies for health insurance purchased by individuals thru the state’s help insurance exchange.
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
THE GARDENS GARDEN CENTER ANNOUNCES NEW OWNERSHIP
Locally family-owned-and operated. 9542 S. Univ. Bad., 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 Debuting Late 2025. 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. 718- 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 Review. 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
SEE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS ON PAGE 2 OF THE SEPT. 18 AND SEPT. 25 VILLAGER. 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