SEED STARTING WORKSHOP AT HUDSON GARDENS
MARCH 29, 1-2 p.m. Join the Arapahoe County Master Gardeners at Hudson Gardens for a spring seed-starting work-shop. $20 resident/$25 non-resident.
Register at https://bit.ly/CSUSeedStarting
CHERRY CREEK REPUBLICAN WOMEN GENERAL MEETING/LUNCHEON
APRIL 8, 11:00 a.m. Double tree by Hilton, Denver Tech Center, Greenwood Village. Speaker: Stephanie Piko, Centennial Mayor, speaking on”Colorado Cities: The Best of Times/The Worst of Times.”$36.00 RSVP by April 4 www.cherrycreekrepublicanwomen.org or 303-475-9148. Last meeting before Summer Break is May 13. A Silent Auction will be held to raise money for Arapahoe County Republican Candidates. Looking for donated items for the Silent Auction. Contact Antonette Smith – adspatriot1776@gmail.com
CENTENNIAL AIRPORT NOISE COMPATIBILITY STUDY PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE
WED., APRIL 9, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Greenwood Village Maintenance Facility – Mt. Elbert Room, 10001 E. Costilla Ave., Greenwood Village. The purpose of the meeting is to share the progress and work products of the Study completed since the first public meeting and gather input from the public. Stop in between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. to view display boards with Study information and speak with staff. There will be no formal presentation. Questions and comments can be submitted in person during the meeting or online at https://apa150noicestudy.com/contact
SOUTH SUBURBAN PARKS & RECREATION EGG SCRAMBLE
APRIL 19, 8:30-11 a.m. at the Sports Dome, 6959 S. Peoria St., Centennial. Children 12 and under are invited to meet the Easter Bunny, race for eggs. Sponsored by the City of Centennial and free to attend. Arive early. No registration is required. One parent or guardian per participant is permitted. Bring a basket without artificial grass or straw.
DENVER SOUTH 2025 ANNUAL EVENT
WED. APRIL 23, 10:30-1:00 p.m. Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows. Speaker: Keith Ferrazzi, New York Times Bestselling Author of “Never Eat Alone” and Team Coach. Reservations: 303-792-9447.
ADVOCATES FOR CHILDREN CASA – RALLY FOR KIDS
APRIL 25, 12-2 p.m. Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows. Apeaker Tonier Cain, a trauma survivor, author, filmmaker, and international recognized speaker specializing in trauma-informed care. RSVP: 303-328-2350 or georgia_reiss@adv4children.org
SOUTH SUBURBAN PARKS & RECREATION ANNAL ROSE PRUNING WORKSHOP
APRIL 26 , 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. at 5804 S. Bemis St. – the War Memorial Rose Garden. Free, but must RSVP. BGrubb@ssprd.org
FRIENDS OF NURSING AWARDS LUNCHEON
SATURDAY, APRIL 26 . Friends of Nursing will award $170,000 in scholarships to 36 exemplary nursing students at Cherry Hills Country Club, 4125 S. University. Blvd., Cherry Hills Village. These students attend Colorado Schools of Nursing and plan to remain in Colorado benefiting our Colorado communities. For ticket info: call 720-891-3412. Long-time friend, Rick Crandall, will Emcee and Friends of Nursing will celebrate the 100th Birthday of Past President and current Publicity Chair, LaFawn Biddle.
DENVER HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE
SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 2-4 p.m. Babi Yar Park in Denver, 1045 E.Yale Ave., Denver
CANCER LEAGUE LOOKING FOR NOMINATIONS
The Funds Allocation and Nominating Committees are to be submitted electronically this year. Submit by email to Barb Reece, Nominating Committee Chair, at Barbarasreece@aol.com by Monday, March 31 st 5:00 p.m. for inclusion on the ballot to be voted on at the General CLC Membership Meeting on April 10. Info: 303-478-4802.
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.
ARAPAHOE COUNTY “CHALK LINES & VINES”
MAY 3 & 4. Art Festival at the Fairgrounds (Indoors). Tickets: Scan QR Code in Arapahoe County advertisement in The Villager.
SOUTH SUBURBAN BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION
MAY 6, 7 am – 7 pm for machine voting: South Suburban Sports Complex, 4810 E. County Line Road, Littleton. The five-member Board of Directors is elected at large, on a non-partisan basis. Voters will vote for three candidates. Thirteen individuals have filed as candidates. Applications for absentee-ballots are available and may be obtained online or at the Administration Office, 4810 E. County Line Road, Littleton until 4 pm on Tuesday, April 29. A ballot drop off box is located at Goodson Recreation Center and the South Suburban Sports Complex. Questions: elections@ssprd.org or call 303-483-7011.
SOUTH METRO CHAMBER TO SHOWCASE CHAMBER NONPROFITS
MAY 7, 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Lone Tree Arts Center. Nonprofits will pitch to a panel of Sharks. A portion of proceeds will benefit all participating nonprofits. Presenters: Adoption Options, The Right Step, Grace Counseling and Women’s Adventure Club. Exhibitors: Make Mental Health Matter, Warrior Bonfire Program, Tall Tales Ranch and Bridge House. Open to members and the public. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cocktails available for purchase. Tickets: 303-795-0142 or info@bestchamber.com
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.
WHAT’S NEW? 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.
WHAT’S NEW? DENVER MUSEUM OF NATURE & SCIENCE LAUNCHES EAST WING PROJECT
A $20 million gift from the Sturm Family Foundation will rejuvenate the historic theater, lobby and plaza. Construction begins in April 2025 causing the Infinity Theater to close starting April 8 to late July. The rest of the Museum will remain open. Now open is Angkor: The Lost Empire of Cambodia.