THE POLAR EXPRESS – 20TH ANNIVERSARY
NOV. 22 to JAN. 1, 2025 at Gaylord Rockies Resort. Carved from 300-pound blocks of ice to fill 17,000 s.f. frozen attraction with the temperature maintained at 9 degrees. Coats provided for the tour. The ice artisans are from Harbin, China where they will carve 2 million pounds of ice to recreate the classic Holiday event in Colorado’s largest indoor frozen attraction. Starting with 6,000 massive ice blocks, the carvers work approximately six weeks- more than 12,000 man-hours. Some of the events: Cirque: Frost; Festival of Trees, Mistletoe Mile Scavenger hunt, Gingerbread Decorating Corner; Build-A-Bear Workshop; Photos with Santa; Elf Training Academy; Mrs. Claus Christmas Traditions; Yuletide Street Marker and Cozy Comfort at Relate Spa. Visit ChristmasatGaylordRockies.com
TABLES EXTRAORDINAIRE AT SAINT CATHERINE GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH
DEC. 7 9-Noon. Visit 30 holiday table and receive a free Greek pastry favor! $20. Tickets available in advance using the QR code in the Nov. 7 Villager ad. Tray of Sweet Treats and tour of 30 Holiday Tables. $45. Three seating times. BAKERY: Dec. 4-7. Handmade Greek pastries. Purchase on site. Info: https:/www.stcatherinechurch.orgtables Info: https:/www.stcatherinechurch.orgtables
CENTENNIAL JIMGLE JAM
SAT., DEC. 7, 1-4 P.M., Centennial Center Park. Local elementary, middle and high school choirs perform holiday songs in Centennial Center Park, 13050 E. Peakview Ave. Free event. Free cookies, cocoa and cider, family-friendly activities. Food trucks and community vendors. Santa will even make an appearance.
VISIT THE VILLAGE
SAT., DEC. 7. Looking for Volunteers to supposes the family-friendly Visit The Village at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds. Operate the free hot chocolate station, fill treat bags at the make-your-own “reindeer food” station and help with craft activities. Receive a free T-shirt when you volunteer. Details: arapahoe.gov/volunteer
GET IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT
SAT. DEC. 7. Arapahoe County fairgrounds. Meet Santa, horses-drawn carriage rides, live entertainment, make-and-take crafts, petting farm, local craft vendors, food trucks and more.
FRIENDS OF Nursing Christmas Luncheon
Friends of Nursing Christmas Luncheon will be DECEMBER 7 at Eddie V’s Prime Seafood Restaurant in Greenwood Village. The program, “Nurses Make a Difference” will include reflections of Randy Gradishar and his wife Beth, who IS a nurse. Their fireside chat will describe the influence of nursing in their lives. Rick Crandall will introduce soprano Christie Conover to entertain with Christmas music. For information, please call 720/891-3412
CHERRY CREEK REPUBLICAN WOMEN CELEBRATE CCRW’S 70TH ANNIVERSARY
TUESDAY, DEC. 10, 11:00 a.m. Holiday Luncheon. Double Tree by Hilton DTC, 7801 E. Orchard Rd., Greenwood Village. Free Parking. RSVP by Dec. 3. $36.00 charge. Entertainment by Kerry Edwards (Former of Tony Davids Wildfire.) Now. Two’s Company. Preregistration required. Call Marcia 303-475-9148.
THIRD ANNUAL LATKES AND LIGHTS HANUKKAH CELEBRATION
SUN. DEC. 15, 10 a.m. Hosted by Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center (JCC Denver).Two latke competitions, craft fair, live music, Hanukkah games and more. All ages invited. Tickets limited at https:/www.jccd DEenver.org/portfolio-items/latkes-and-lights/
NATIONAL WESTERN STOCK SHOW PARADE
JAN. 9 12 noon. Downtown Denver.
SOUTH SUBURBAN GOLF COURSE 50TH ANNIVERSARY
7900 S Colo. Blvd., Centennial. Five leagues have joined together to raise funds for “Nourish Meals on Wheels” this month. Nourish delivered more than 200,000 meals and groceries in 2023 to those in need. Concerts and karaoke nights throughout the year. Info: 303-70-5500.
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.
WHAT’S NEW? MURAL UNDER ARAPAHOE BRIDGE IS COMPLETE
The Centennial Arts & Cultural Foundation recently celebrated the completion of the City’s first public mural project, located along Big Dry Creek under the Arapahoe Road Bridge.
WHAT’S NEW?
Carla’s is decorated for the Holidays! SHOP LOCAL! Unique & festive holidays decor from vintage to modern. A magical experience for 29 years. The Streets at Southglenn, 6851 S. Gaylord St., Ste., 233, Centennial.
WHAT’S NEW? – BRIA BLAIR CREATIVE NOW OPEN!
The Streets at Southglenn, 6853 S. York St., 123. (Across the street from Carlas.) Open Monday by appointment or Tuesday-Sat. 10-5 p.m.
WHAT’S NEW? – ST. ANDREW’S VILLAGE SENIOR LIVING EVENTS
Upscale dining, engaging events and activities, indoor pool, pet friendly. Call 72-684-5913 to schedule a tour and enjoy lunch on the Village. Located at 133801 E. Yale Ave., Aurora.