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.
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
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
TRY HOCKEY FOR FREE AT THE SPORTS COMPLEX
NOV. 8 – COED; NOV. 9 GIRLS ONLY. 1-2 p.m. for children ages 4-9. South Suburban Sports Complex. Hockey equipment furnished. Register: Jessica 303-597-6101. JVanBuren@ssprd.org
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS 250TH BIRTHDAY BALL
SUN., NOV. 9 at Wings Over The Rockies Air & Space Museum. VIP Reception 4-5 p.m.; formal ball 5-9:30 p.m. Formal attire. Special Guest Speaker: Major General George B. Rowell. RSVP: 303-360-5360. Info@WingsMuseum.org
CANCER LEAGUE OF COLO. HOLIDAY SHOPPING NIGHT OUT
TUE., NOV. 11; 1-7 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency DTC, 7800 E. Tufts Ave., Denver. Live entertainment, signature cocktails, appetizers and decadent desserts. Reserve your entry ticket for $10.
CHERRY CREEK REPUBLICAN WOMEN
TUE., NOV. 11 AT 11:00 a.m. Double Tree by Hilton DTC, 7801 E. Orchard Rd., Greenwood Village. Free parking. Cost $38. Reservations required. 303-475-9148. Program: Election of the 2026-2027 CCRW Slate of Officers. Speaker: Lori Gimelshteyn, Executive Director of the Colo. Parent Advocacy Network.
MAKE WINE JELLY
NOV. 12, 6-8 p.m. at the CSU Extension Arapahoe County office in Centennial. Register 3-5 days in advance at https:/bit.lyccuwinejelly
MILE HIGH HOLIDAY MART
NOV. 14-16. Sponsored by Junior League of Denver at the Gates Field House Univ. of Denver. Visit JLD.org for show hours, VIP Shopping on Nov. 14 and to purchase tickets.
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
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 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/
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 GARDEN CENTER
FREE CLASS ON HOUSEPLANTS 101 – SAT., NOV. 1, 11 a.m.
POT PAINTING EXTRAVAGANZA – SAT. NOV. 8, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Cost $10 or $20 for size of pots. RSVP by Nov. 7 303-791-0338.
Events held at The Gardens Garden Center, 9542 S. University. Blvd., Highlands Ranch.
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