INTERNATIONAL OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY
AUG. 31. A global event that aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of a drug-related death. Visit overdoseday.com
CENTENNIAL YMCA OLDER ADULTS PROGRAM
SEPT. 1, 3-5 p.m. “Party On The Porch.” Pizza, snacks, fruit, beverages, games, and drawing for local merchant gift cards. RSVP: centennial cog@denverymca.org
PARIS STREET MARKET
SEPT. 2, OCT. 7 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Aspen Grove, 7301 S. Santa Fe Dr., Littleton. Open-Air, Vintage, Boutique, Artisan.
FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT THE 2023 WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S
SEPT. 7, 4 p.m. at Grist Brewing CO. at Commerce Center Circle, Highlands Ranch. $30 fee includes beer & food. RSVP: Jodi Cornman at 303-703-3499 or jcornman@anthemmenorycare.com Hosted by Highland Place, Willowbrook Place, Bloom Healthcare & Legacy Healthcare services. Alzheimer’s cases in Colo. to reach 92,000 by 2025.
CANCER LEAGUE OF COLORADO OVER THE EDGE
SEPT. 7-9. Join in the fight against cancer by repelling down McGregor Square. Registration now open for 2023. www.cancerleague.org or Call 303-281-9864.
ARAPAHOE COUNTY FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT AT THE FAIRGROUNDS
SEPT. 7 & SEPT. 14. Bring a picnic, blankets and lawn chairs, and enjoy a movie under the stars. Sept. 7 – “Back to the Future” and Sept. 14, “Maverick.” Pre-movie activities, giveaways, and life entertainment. Screenings in partnership with Arapahoe Libraries Tickets are $5 online/ $7 at the door. 2 & under free. Tickets at arapahoecountyeventcenter.com/picturesontheplains
LITTLETON FIRST RESTAURANT WEEK
SEPT. 8-17. Sponsored by Littleton Business Chamber. Restaurants will offer special menus, discounts or fun extras over 10 days. Visit www.littletonbusinesschamber.org Look for their advertisement on page 8 of the 8/31 Villager.
BENNET STAFF INVITES RESIDENTS TO SCHEDULE OFFICE HOURS IN ARAPAHOE COUNTY
SEPT. 8, 12-1:30 p.m. Max Haynes, Denver Regional Director U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services ReStudy Rooms 1 & 4, 5430 S. Biscay Cir., Centennial. RSVP: Hannahmullen@bennet. senate.gov or call 303-455-7600.
FITTING A FARM FOR THE FUTURE – 75TH ANNIVERSAY
SEPT. 9, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 17 Mile House Farm Park, 8181 S. Parker Rd., Centennial. Registration required to tour inside of farmhouse. Visit arapahoegov.com/17milehouse Discover its agricultural & soil conservation story. See 1948 event photos, hands-on activities, 1941 dump truck & vintage tractors on display.
34TH ANNUAL FRIENDSHIP POWWOW
Denver Art Museum Martin Bldg. Sie Welcome Center. SAT., SEPT., 9 10-5 p.m. Native American dance competitions, hands on activities, food & vender booths, beadwork art making activities and local native artists. Fry bread & Indian tacos. Vendors showcasing jewelry, art, crafts, clothing, etc. Info. 720-865-5000.
TAPS: TRAGEDY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR SURVIVORS WESTERN-THEMED GALA
SEPT. 9 at Wings Over the Rockies. Founders, Lynne and Bo Cottrell, in 2005 will be honored. The Cottrell’s will be stepping down as directors of the event. The event raises funds for military survivors. Featuring country legend Pam Tillis and singer/songwriter Gary Morris. Also a special performance by Frank Moscato, an American Idol Gold Ticket winner. INFO: visit TAPS.org/Colorado
CANCER LEAGUE OF COLORADO DRINK FOR PINK CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT
SEPT. 9-16. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 16 teams double elimination. First Place wins a Custom Colorado Joe’s Cornhole Set! 2 players per team. $80 per team. Luchador food truck. All entry fees supports Drink for Pink, a 501(c)3 organization in partnership with local researchers from Anschutz and the Cancer League of Colorado. Participants must be 21 or older. Sign up at HTTPS://DFPCORNHole. Eventbrite.com Event at Lone Tree Brewing Company, Park Meadows Dr., Lone Tree.
Ms. Colorado Senior America – QUEEN’S TEA
SUN, SEPT 10, 2 p.m. -5 p.m. At Heritage Eagle Bend Golf Course, Antero Ballroom. It will be a fun afternoon of sipping tea and tasting the delights of an assortment of finger sandwiches, canapés, appetizers, and desserts. You will be entertained by the Ms. Colorado Senior America Pageant Queen 2023 Joanie Ryan and club members including the dance group, The Bella Donna’s! Silent auction and Live auction! This is an annual fundraiser that should not be missed. For tickets contact Cyndy Oberdier at: 720-217-3560 colosramerica.com
AUTHORS HALL OF FAME DINNER
SEPT. 11 at the Double Tree Hilton DTC. 12 New Inductees. For the list of all inductees, and tickets to attend the gala visit ColoradoAuthorsHallofFame.org
CHERRY CREEK REPUBLICAN WOMEN TO MEET
SEPT. 12, 11 a.m. social time with meeting starting promptly at 11:30 a.m. at the Double Tree Hotel, I-25 and Orchard. Speaker – Derrick Wilburn. Reservations due by Sept. 5. Info: Karen Blilie at 303-667-8767.
SOUTH METRO DENVER CHAMBER WOMEN IN BUSINESS CONFERENCE
SEPT. 12 – Comedy Works South. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. A full day of empowerment, engagement, and actionable takeaways focused on equipping women with skills and knowledge to thrive in both professional and personal environments with five outstanding speakers. Tickets: info@bestchamber.com or call 303-795-0142.
CHALK ART FESTIVAL
SAT., SEPT. 16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at The Streets at SouthGlenn, 6851 S. Vine St. Watch local artists create sidewalk masterpieces using only chalk and their imaginations. Shopping, live music featuring Some Sweet Day, Family Activities, outdoor concert.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS CENTER GALA
SAT., SEPT. 16, Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel. Live Music, Auction, Dancing, Casino Gaming. “The Nacho Men” presented by 5 Star Talent & Entertainment. Tickets: MSCenter.org/gala
ART ON THE GREEN ALL-COLORADO ART FAIR
SEPT. 16-17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sponsored by the Curtis Center for the Arts and the City of Greenwood Village. Featuring dozens of artist booths, food trucks, live music and more at Greenwood Village’s Curtis Park. Info: www.aretonthegreencolorado.com
CITY OF AURORA WARD VI TOWN HALL MEETING
SEPT. 20, Heritage Eagle Bend Golf Club. Hosted by Council Member Franchise Bergan. Info: Call 303-739-7015 or visit AuroraGov.org/TownMeetings
DOUGLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION HEROES GALA
SEPT. 21. Event to raise awareness and support to Douglas County first responders, Armed Forces members, veterans and the nonprofit partner organizations that support them. Sterling Ranch Development Company is the presenting sponsor. Event at the historic Denver Botanic gardens Chatfield Farms (8500 W. Deer Creek Canyon Rd., Littleton. Info: https://www.dccf.org/events/2023-heroes- gala.html. Tickets 720-733-2656
PUBLIC HEARING FOR SOUTH SUBURBAN 2024 BUDGET
SEPT. 27, OCT. 4 Provide input on projects and priorities. Meetings to be held in the Board Room at the Sports Complex (4810 E. County Line Rd., Littleton. Info: Call 303-798-5131. Mon.-Fri from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE POLICE FOUNDATION CAR SHOW & SILENT AUCTION
SEPT. 30, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Fundraiser at Cherry Hills Village City Hall- 2450 E. Quincy Ave. Unique cars on display. Winning Categories are: Best of Show, Best Antique, People’s Choice and Most Likely to be Pulled Over. Registration form and $50. display fee due by Sept. 15. New exciting Silent Auction this year! Live entertainment and refreshment vendor. No admission cost for spectators. Info: Mark Griffin 303-324-0965 or markgriffin@msn.com
UPLIFT GOLF TOURNAMENT
OCT. 2 at Cherry Creek Country Club. Get the scoop: coloradouplift.org/golf
RODEO ALL STAR RODEO COMPETITION
OCT. 6-7. NEW Denver dates. Three rodeo competitions and a Friday night All-Star Concert.. Also the RAS Mutton Bustin’’ Sheep Stampede. Registration open. Tickets: rodeoallstar.com
UPLIFT GUILD FASHION SHOW & MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON
OCT. 20 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Columbine Country Club. Fashion show sponsored by local boutiques. Proceeds support students and staff by sponsoring new vans, hygiene products for kids in need, and more. Shop with local vendors. RSVP: Nicole at nwirwtz@coloradouplift.org
CITY OF CENTENNIAL SIP IN CENTENNIAL
OCT. 21, 1-5 p.m. Centennial Center Park, 13050 E. Peakview Ave. Combining Brew-N-Que and Whiskey Warmer – beer & liquor tastings, food trucks, yard games and live entertainment. Free to attend and open to all ages.
MENTAL HEALTH COLO. 40TH ANNUAL TRIBUTE FUNDRAISING GALA
SAT., OCT. 28, 5:30 p.m. Formal attire. Denver Center for the Performing Arts Seawell Ballroom, 1350 Arap. St., Den. Email: ashaw@mentalhealthcolorado.org
CHERRY CREEK SCHOOL DIRECTORS ELECTION
NOV. 7, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Three directors will be elected to serve 4-year terms in Director Districts A, B & C for CCSD No. 5. Eligible electors must reside in each District respectively for at least 12 months preceding the election and who are interested in serving on the school board may obtain a Board Candidates Packet for the Director District in which they reside, including a Nomination Petition from the District Designated Election Official (DEO) from Aug. 9-Sept. 1. Dealing to submit a petition is Fri., Sept 1, 4 p.m. Petitions: Sonja – 720-554-4373.
WHAT’S NEW?
The Englewood Block Party was held Aug. 26 Unfortunately, the large branded 12 x 12 tent was stolen from Access Printing on Mon., Aug. 28 around noon. Info: Contact Englewood Police Dept.