WHAT’S HAPPENING 4-30-26

CITY OF CENTENNIAL OFFICE MOVIE NIGHTS
Applications open for the Neighborhood Engagement Grant, and residents can rescue movie night kits. Apply at Centennialco.gov/movies for use between May 22 and Sept. 4. A $250 refundable deposit is required.

MUSEUM OF OUTDOOR ARTS MADDEN GALLERY “BEYOND THE WESTERN HORIZON”
MARCH 19-JULY 31. Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sat. to be announced.

CITY OF CENTENNIAL 20TH ANNUAL STATE OF OUR CITY
THURS., APRIL 30, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Wings Over the Rockies Exploration of Flight. All proceeds benefit the charitable outreach of the Centennial Rotary Foundation. A message from Mayor Christine Sweetland.

AURORA’S 135TH BIRTHDAY PARTY
MAY 2, Open House from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway. Enjoy cake, party games & activities at this free event. Info: AuroraMuseum.org

WHAT’S “BUGGING” YOUR GARDEN?
MAY 9, 10-11 a.m. Free class with Master Gardners Elaine Davis & Jessie Asimus. Register at bit.ly/CSU_Buggin

CHERRY CREEK CHORALE PERFORMANCE
MAY 8 & 9 at 7 p.m., Bethany Lutheran Church, Cherry Hills Village. Special May 8 performance to meet the composer of “From Darkness Into Light.” The Soul’s Journey by Elaine Hagenberg. Tickets: cherrycreekchorale.org

40TH ANNUAL GREATER ENGLEWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL BUSINESS AWARDS BANQUET
MAY 21, 5-8 p.m. Penn St Kitchen. Voting open! Vote by 4/30/26. Tickets or donate to the Silent Auction. Lindsey@myenglewoodchamber.org

CENTENNIAL FINE ARTS FESTIVAL
MAY 30-31 at the Streets at SouthGlenn. Featuring award-winning regional & national artists. Sponsored by the Centennial Arts & Cultural Foundation. Deadline to submit art is Feb. 28. https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals

SOUTH METRO DENVER CHAMBER 2026 GOLF TOURNAMENT
June 15 at Meridian Golf Club, 9742 S. Meridian Blvd., Englewood. 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Open to everyone. Registration closes June 4. info@bestchamber.com or call 303-795-0142.

JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT YOUTH TRAILBLAZER SUMMER CAMP
JUNE 15-19. Helps middle school students develop an understanding of basic business principles & the professional world. Scan the QR code in The Villager March 12 issue, page 14.

CENTRAL CITY OPERA AMERICA 2026
The Festival runs JUNE 27-AUG. 2 in the 550-seat opera house in Central City. This is the 70th Anniversary of the Ballad of Baby Doe World Premiere. The season features three MainStage productions – Mozart’s the Marriage of Figaro, the Ballad of Baby Doe and Master Class – alongside the return of CCO in concert and the debut of the St. James Chamber series. Tickets: Call 303-292-6700.

2ND ANNUAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM OF THE ROCKIES GOLF TOURNAMENT
MON., JULY 13. Info: Call 303-488-0018

SEcOND ANNUAL AMERICA’S MILITARY HEROES GOLF EVENT
MON., JULY 27, Heritage Eagle Bend Golf Course benefiting Semper Fl and America’s Fund. Be a golfer, non-golfer, sponsor a hole or District Challenge. Call 301-404-2706 or militaryheroesgolf@gmail.com

WESTERN CONSERVATIVE SUMMIT
Join the Centennial Institute for the 2026 Western Conservative Summit, July 30-August 1, 2026, at Colorado Christian University, as we reflect, recommit, and rearticulate the intellectual foundations of conservatism for the next 250 years of American exceptionalism. The weekend kicks off Thursday evening with the William L. Armstrong Award Dinner, followed by two full days of incredible speakers and workshop sessions. Register now at WesternConservativeSummit.com.

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 a.m. At Mango Tree Coffee, 3498 S. Broadway,Englewood. Info: Gail 720-377-7682.

WHAT’S NEW?
ARAPAHOE COUNTY HIRING BIPARTISAN ELECTION JUDGES
For the June & Nov. elections. Flexicle 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 “A TOAST TO THE TASSEL!”
Host a graduation celebration on the full-private terrace. Accommodates 60 guest seated for dinner or up to 85 guests for a cocktail reception. RSVP: nicole@oliveritalian.com

ASH & AGAVE RESTAURANT NOW OPEN
Inspired by the shores of the Mexican Riviera-bringing costal 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 Marcs. 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 Owner and operated. 8390 E. Crescent Parkway, Suite 100, Greenwood Village.

MOVET – PRIMARY CARE VETERINARY SERVICES
In Home, In Clinic or Virtual. Locally owned 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 Arborists
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

THE GARDENS GARDEN CENTER ANNOUNCES NEW OWNERSHIP
Locally family-owned-and operated. 9542 S. Univ. Bvld., Highlands Ranch. Open Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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

CHERRY HILLS ASSISTED LIVING & MEMORY CARE
6325 S University. Blvd., Centennial. Call for Tour 720-592-0252

PRIVATE AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION + MORE5 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. 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.

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

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