The Denver Post is compiling a list of Halloween events, haunted houses, trick or treat streets, costume parties and more. Please send your listing to: arts@denverpost.com no later than October 14.
Master Gardener program
Applications due Nov. 1|Colorado Master Gardener program through the Colorado State University Cooperative Extension Service will be starting classes in January 2006. The program is 10 weeks of training on plant, tree and lawn care; soils; water-wise gardening; insects and diseases of plants; as well and meeting other gardeners and volunteers time in the community.|ext.colostate.edu
Haunted Holiday
reservations due Oct. 14|Denver History Tours and Oxford Hotel are offering a Haunted Holiday package in LoDo Denver.|$169-199|theoxfordhotel.com, reservations$theoxfordhotel.com or 303-628-5400
Historic newspapers
available now|Colorado’s new Historic Newspaper Collection offers access to newspapers of Colorado dating from 1959 to 1923 and they are fully searchable. They are available at Philip S. Miller Library and DouglasCountyLibraries.org/History/.com and click on the Colorado Digizitation Program icon at the bottom of the home page|Free|100 So. Wilcox, 303-688-7640|CASTLE ROCK
Essay contest
deadline Feb. 1, 2006|”How would my horse and I benefit from learning the Equine Touch?” Winner will receive free tuition to the Equine Touch course at Colorado Horse Rescue March 31-April 2, 2006|equinetouchusa@yahoo.com for more information, 970-203-0725|LONGMONT
Pumpkin Patch
-Oct. 31|First United Methodist Church of Aurora is having a pumpkin patch Mon.-Sat 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sun. noon-6 p.m.|3240 Tucson St. |AURORA
Artists wanted
Apply now|Art work needed for the Highlands Ranch Library in 2006. Art to be submitted digitally by Nov. 20, 2005 to jshofner@dclibraries.org or slides to Judy Shofner, Highlands Ranch Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch, CO 80129|303-791-7703|HIGHLANDS RANCH
Helping Hands
|Mountain Metro Association of Realtors “Helping Hands” project will helps local residents in need of home repairs with volunteer labor and donated materials. They are currently seeking families in need.|Free|303-674-7020, mountainmetro.com|
Ugly Necklace Contest
-March 15, 2006|Bead a truly UGLY necklace and you could win a shopping spree at Landofodds.com. Take a look at the previous winners and try to beat them.||615-292-0610, landofodds.com/store/uglynecklace.htm|
GED Study Sessions
M-THs|At seven Denver Public Libraries: Weds. 5-6 p.m. at Blair-Caldwell, 24th and Welton, 720-865-2401; Tues. 6-7 p.m. at Montbello, 47th and Albrook, 303-373-0767; Weds. 7-8 p.m. at Ford-Warren, 28th and High, 303-294-0907; Mons. 5-6 p.m. at Hadley, 1 block west of Federal on Jewel, 303-935-4267; Tues 6-7 p.m. at Hampden, 9755 E. Girard, 303-750-3885; Thurs. 5-6 p.m. at Ross-Barnum, 1st and Lowell, 303-936-1891 and Tues 5-6 p.m. at Woodbury, 33rd and Federal, 303-455-3930
CALLOC]Photo Contest
Deadline Nov. 1|West Arapahoe Conservation District photo contest open to all ages. Rules are at plainscenter.org||303-693-3621 or info@plainscenter.org|AURORA
Fantasy Fest Contest
Deadline Oct. 21|Fifth Annual Douglas County Libraries Fantasy Fest Art and Writing Contest offers age divisions for children, teens and adults in visual art, poetry and short stories. Applications available at Douglas County libraries or at DouglasCountyLibraries.org under Programs & Events||303-688-7640|DOUGLAS COUNTY
Calling all Quilters
by Dec. 5|Quilts to help make the holidays special for children living abroad|drop quilts at 308 E. Monument St.|COLORADO SPRINGS
Modern Dance Classes
-Dec. 1, 2006cq|Intermediate and advanced modern dance classes at Dairy Center for the Arts.|$12 drop-in |2590 Walnut St., 303-473-9438, helanderdance.org|BOULDER
Homemaker services
|Jewish Family Services program which provides homemaker service for people in the metro area is facing severe funding cuts. JFS provides service to people with HIV/AIDS, including many children. ||303-597-5000 to help|
Free Day
TH|At the Denver Botanic Gardens and Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield|Free|1005 York St. and 8500 W. Deer Creek Canyon Rd., 720-865-3545 and 303-973-3705|DENVER and LITTLETON
Cremation seminar
|Cremation Information Seminar at Olinger Hampden Gardens Funeral Home and Cemetery|Free|8600 E. Hampden Ave., 303-771-4636
Author lecture
|Local author, Terry Frei, will discuss his book “Third Down and a War to Go:The All-American 1942 Wisconsin Badgers” at the Phipps Memorial Conference Center, presented by the Women’s Library Association and Friends of Penrose Library, University of Denver|$10|3400 Belcaro Dr., 303-871-3405
Women’s meeting
THs|Highlands Ranch Women’s Connection meets on the second Thursday of each month at Lone Tree Golf Club from 9:30-11:15 a.m. Includes luncheon buffet brunch, music, and inspiring speakers|$15 includes, buffet and childcare|9890 Sunningdale Blvd., 303-738-9660|HIGHLANDS RANCH
Parenting
-Nov. 10|Six-week class on Thursdays from 6-7:30 p.m. |$85 per family|8015 W. Alameda, 303-916-6929|LAKEWOOD
Metaphysics
Last week of every month, M, W, TH|Workshops on self-hypnosis, meditation, dream interpretation, and more with Rev. Jeannie Robberson at the Inner Journey Metaphysical Center. Monday at 6:30 p.m., Meditation, $25; Weds. 6:30 p.m., Dream Interpretation, $50; Thurs. 6:30 p.m., Self-hypnosis, $80|4920 So. Grant St., 303-761-9934|ENGLEWOOD
Make-A-Wish
-mid-December|Northern Denver residents who donate $20 to Make-A-Wish Foundation of Colorado will receive 150 spare feet of complimentary carpet cleaning from Miracle Services|$20 donation|303-252-0810
Knitters needed
Do-It-Yourself Workshops
THs|”You Can Lay Ceramic Tile” at 7 p.m. at a Home Depot near you |Free|800-430-3376 or homedepot.com
Audubon’s Animals
-Oct. 31|Tam O’Neill Fine Arts is showing an exhibit of the painting of animals by John J. Audubon from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat.|Free|311 Detroit St., 303-355-7711
Sewing Day
-Dec. 15|Firehouse Quilts of Colorado will host several Sew Days to create quilts for metro area firehouses. They will meet on the first Sunday of the month at ReMax, 5350 So. Roslyn, Suite 150 and the third Thursday at Northridge Recreation Center, 8801 So. Broadway |Free|HIGHLANDS RANCH
“Thursdays at 2”
THs|Series of educational programs at Covenant Village the first and third Thursday of each month at 2 p.m.|Free|9153 Yarrow St. 303-424-4828, x2205 reservations required|WESTMINSTER
Conversational Spanish
THs|Beginning Conversational Spanish at 6:30 p.m. at Highlands Ranch Library|Free|9292 Ridgeline Blvd., 303-791-7703|HIGHLANDS RANCH
Spay/Neuter clinic
F and Oct. 22|Animal Rescue and Adoption Society is holding a low-cost spay/neuter clinic for cats only|$15 neuters, $25 spays; 8 a.m. drop-off, appointments required|2390 So. Delaware, 303-744-6076
Comedian
F|EPOCH Assisted Living of Denver will host Vern Bullock, a local comedian and guitar player at 3:30 p.m.|Free|4901 So. Monaco St., 303-796-8009
Home Show
F-SU|3rd Annual Northern Colorado Fall Home and Remodeling Show Friday noon-7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Budweiser Events Center|Free|5290 Arena Circle,970-619-4126|LOVELAND
Senior Day event
F|”Pathways to Wisdom” presented by Arapahoe County Council on Aging with guest speakers, entertainment, prizes and free food. This event is to show seniors what services are available and will be held at the Douglas H. Buck Recreation Center from 10 a.m.-2 p.m..|Free|2004 W. Powers Ave.|LITTLETON
Astrology
F|Stephen Judd, British Astrologer will talk on Astrology and Gwilda Wiyaka of True Nature Healing Center will correlate Astrology and Shamanism at 7 p.m. at the Boulder Masonic Building|$20 at the door|2205 Broadway, 303-530-5639|BOULDER
Historic Ghost Walk
F-SU & Oct. 21-23|Through the Linwood (Pioneer) Cemetery where costumed actors will portray characters in Glenwood Springs’ past. The Ghost Walk includes a moderately strenuous half-mile hike up to the cemetery. |$15 on sale now|12th and Bennett, 970-945-4448|GLENWOOD SPRINGS
Ask Deanna
F-SA|Deanna M, national syndicated advice columnist will be at Blackberries Ice Cream and Expresso Lounge on Friday from 5-9 p.m. and United Church of Montbello from 1-4 on Sat. Flu shots will be offered from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. |$10 each|Fri. at 710 E. Washington and Sat. at 4879 Crown Blvd., 303-292-6446
“Freedom of Expression: Journey to Freedom”
F-SU|Events all weekend on Old South Pearl St. to celebrate freedom through theater, literature, fine art, film and music including Rev. Julian Rush at Cameron Church at 9:30 a.m. on Sun. and Bill Hosokawa and Rose Tanaka at 6 p.m. Cameron Church on Saturday. Events at Stella’s coffee house, Book Buffs, Cameron Church, and Bell Studio|Free|1400-1600 So. Pearl St., cameronchurch.org, 303-777-7638
Football 101 for women
F|Presentation by Broncos coaches and players on the fundamentals of football from 4-10 p.m. at INVESCO Field at Mile High |$85|denverbroncos.com/nfl101, 720-258-3119
Bagpipe concerts
Every Friday-Nov. 4|Performances by Michael Lancaster from noon-12:30 p.m. at Olinger Crown Hill Cemetery at the Tower of Memories every Friday|Free|7777 W. 29th Ave., 303-233-4611|WHEAT RIDGE
Do-It-Yourself Workshops
Fs|”You Can Install Low-Voltage Outdoor Lighting” at 7 p.m. at a Home Depot near you |Free|800-430-3376 or homedepot.com
Corn Maze
F-Oct. 31|May Farms Corn Maze Wed.-Fri 4-8 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sun. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.|Adults $8, kids 5-13 $6|40 miles east of Denver on I-70, exit 316, south 3 blocks, west for one mile. 303-822-5800|BYERS
Knitting Group
Fridays|Knitters of all ages are invited to a new knitting group which will meet Friday afternoons beginning at 2 p.m. at the Bemis Library. First project will be mittens and scarves for sister library in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria|Free6014 So. Datura St., 303-795-3961|LITTLETON
Japanese-inspired gardens
SAs-Nov. 5|Every Saturday between noon and 4 p.m. Sculptor Rokko Aoyama will transform a salt garden into a new Japanese-inspired design at PlatteForum|Free|1610 Little Raven St., 303-893-0791
Asthma Walk
SA|Tri-City Asthma Walk from 8 a.m.-noon to walk the outside perimeter of the Ranch at the Budweiser Events Center. Registration at 8 a.m.; walk at 9 a.m.|Free to spectators|5290 Arena Circle, 970-619-4126|LOVELAND
Harvest Bazaar
SA|25th Annual Harvest of Crafts Bazaar and Bake Sale from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Aurora Senior Center|Free admission|30 Del Mar Circle, 303-739-7950|AURORA
Gay and Gray in the West
SA|”Living the Life We Dream” Conference at the Denver Merchandise Mart with food, entertainment, vendors and exhibits with a selection of programs including health care, legal challenges, intimacy issues, mini health fair and more from 7:45 a.m.-8 p.m. |$75|58th and I-25, 303-380-2342, gayandgrayinthewest.org
Building a Pond
SA|”Planning Tools for Adding a Pond to Your Landscape” from 10-11:30 a.m. at Tagawa Gardens|Free|7711 So. Parker Rd., 303-690-4722
Pet Parade Costume Contest
SA|Six Flags Elitch Gardens And Dumb Friends League presents the 7th Annual Fright Fest Pet Parade Costume Contest with the Silver Watering Bowl prize. Categories include Funniest, Most Original or Best Pet/Owner combination costume. Registration begins at noon, parade starts at 1 p.m.|$20 registration, proceeds got to Dumb Friends|200 Elitch Circle, 303-595-4386
Most Beautiful Baby Contest
SA|New Star Discovery presents contest at Southwest Plaza in the Lower level, JC Penney Court beginning with registration at 9:30 a.m. Ages 0-7 months through 6 years|$5-$45 each category|8501 W. Bowles, 303-973-5300|LITTLETON
Indoor Triathlon
SA|Lakeshore Athletic Club hosts annual indoor triathlon to benefit those with spinal cord injuries from 8 a.m.- 6 p.m.|$25 non-members; $20 members|300 Summit Blvd., 303-729-4300|BROOMFIELD
Urban Cowboy event
SA|Western BBQ, mechanical bull, arm wrestling, lassoing, line dancing and more from 7 p.m.-midnight to benefit Safehouse Denver at the Walnut Foundry Event Center |$60|3002 Walnut St., 303-302-6123
Dog Massage
SA|Comprehensive Dog Massage for Pet Owners from 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at DOGMA at the Canine Rehabilatation and Conditioning Group|$149|3760 So. Lipan, 303-669-4227 or denverdogma.com|ENGLEWOOD
Stamp Collectors
SA|Metro Denver Young Stamp Collectors Club for youth 7-17 will meet at the Philatelic Library from 10-11:30 a.m.|2038 So. Pontiac Way, 303-933-4739|AURORA
Dog Wash
SA|Mile High Canine Club is hosting a Dog Wash from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. to benefit the Rocky Mountain Great Dane Rescue|$10|1346 W. Cedar Ave., 303-722-2011
Silent Film/Silent Auction
SA|To benefit Sierra Club at the STARZ Film Center from 5-8 p.m. with Howie Movshovitz, film critic for Colorado Public Radio introducing 1925 “Grass: A Nation’s Battle for Life”|$25, includes one drink|Tivoli Center, Auraria Campus, 303-861-8819
Our Lady of Guadalupe
SA|Olinger Crown Hill Mortuary and Cemetery will host a blessing of the new Our Lady of Guadalupe Gardens at 10 a.m. along with the dedication of two new pieces of art|Free|29th and Wadsworth, 303-971-0134|WHEAT RIDGE
Learning Differences
SA|”Symposium on Learning Differences: Teaching Learning and the Brain: at Denver Academy from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. with Dr. Daniel G. Amen|$100, advanced registration required|4400 E. Iliff Ave., 303-777-5870
Mystery Night
SA|Full moon 2-hour nightime tour of Riverside Cemetery at 7 p.m.|$10 adults, $7 children|5201 Brighton Blvd., 303-322-3895
Fall Festival
SA|Sedalia’s Annual Fall Festival from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. with crafts, food, garage sale booths spread along Sedalia’s main streets|Free admission|downtown Sedalia, 303-660-4149|SEDALIA
Auditions
SA|Denver Cycle Sluts, camp, drag comedy troupe, present “Sluterella: The Search for the Next Evil Stepsister:, their annual talent search show at Erico Motor Sports at 8 p.m. Applications being accepted now at denvercyclesluts.com|2855 Walnut St.
Russian Family Festival
SA|Flavours of Russia Family Festival with entertainment, carnival games, food, beer, liquors, champagne, shopping, activities and more at El Jebel Temple from 2-9 p.m.|Admission is free|4625 W. 50th Ave.,303-833-3570|
Used Book Sale
SA-SU|Highlands Ranch Library’s Used Book Sale from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sat. and noon-4 p.m. on Sun.|Free admission|9292 Ridgeline Blvd., 303-791-7703|HIGHLANDS RANCH
Enchanted Forest
SA|Events with guided tours to met forest animals, face painting, pumpkin decorating, earth sculptures, goodie bags, gift market and more at Nederland Elementary School from 3:30-8:30 p.m.|$6|1 No. Sundown Trail, 303-258-0495 x3|NEDERLAND
Fine Arts and Crafts
SA|At the Boulder Farmer’s Market from 8 a.m.-3 p.m.|Free admission|13th and Canyon in Central Park, 303-443-4053|BOULDER
Stained Glass Class
SA and Oct. 22|From 9 a.m.-noon with Adeline Pyrzinski at Art Center of Estes Park|$80|east stairway of Lower Stanley Village, 970-586-5882|ESTES PARK
Youth Performing Arts Camp
SA |Castle Rock Players hosts classes in acting, voice, dance and stage combat and more. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for ages 7-18 and 9 a.m.-11:05 for ages 4-6 at Christ Episcopal Church|$100 for all four Sats. for ages 4-6 and $250 for all four Sats. ages 7-18|615 Fourth St., 303-814-7740|CASTLE ROCK
Do-It-Yourself Workshops
SAs|”You Can Have Fun with Faux Painting: Basic and New Techniques” at 10 a.m. at a Home Depot near you |Free|800-430-3376 or homedepot.com
Do-It-Yourself Workshops
SAs|”You Can Update Your Kitchen Cabinets and Fixtures” at 2 p.m. at a Home Depot near you |Free|800-430-3376 or homedepot.com
Fresh City Life Programs
M,TU, SA, SU |Series of adult programs at Denver Central Library entitled “Urban Life.” Classes such as gardening, cooking, urban dwelling, interior design, delights for dog lovers and more. Mon., Tues., Sat. and Sundays throughout August|Free|10 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., 720-865-2044, http://denverlibrary.org/fresh
You and your horse
SA|Equine Stress Control Therapy workshop for the anxious, nervous, startled and spooky horse and owner from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Bridlewood Stables. Bring your horse.|$175 each clinic, prepayment by check or money order is required|9229 Hwy 73, 303-816-0766|EVERGREEN
Harvest Festival
SU|Montessori School of Washington Park is hosting the Second Annual Harvest Festival and Open House from 3-6 p.m.|Free admission|320 So. Sherman St., 303-907-4324
Alpacas
SU|Get up close and learn more about alpacas from noon-5 p.m. at the Parker Library|Free|10851 So. Crossroads Dr., 303-841-3503|PARKER
Benefit Walk
SU|Denver Out of Darkness Community Walk 2.5 miles along Sloan’s Lake Pathway to benefit American Foundation for Suicide Prevention beginning at 8 a.m. registration |4700 W. Bryan Place at Oak St., 303-638-9678
Chess Club for kids and teens
SU|From beginners to intermediate kids and teens interested in playing chess are invited to Smoky Hill Library from 3-4:30 p.m.|Free|5430 So. Biscay Circle, 303-798-2444|CENTENNIAL
Jewish Voice for Peace
SU|Liat Weingart will speak on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict at Unitarian-Universalist Church at 7 p.m.|5001 Pennsylvania, 303-440-8308|BOULDER
Gridiron Show
SU|Denver Press/KBDI Club Gridiron Show with satirical songs and skits skewering politics, popular culture and more at 7 p.m. in the Donald Seawell Ballroom at the Denver Performing Arts Complex|$65|1050 13th St., 303-296-1212
Crop Circles
SU|Stephen Judd, British Astrologer will discuss his research on crop circles at 4 p.m. at True Nature Spiritual Healing Center |$10|4700 Serling Dr., Suite K, 303-530-5639|BOULDER
Moonlight hike
SU|Hike under the harvest moon at Roxborough State Park|$7.50 per hiker, registration required|4751 N. Roxborough Drive, 303-973-3959|LITTLETON
Do-It-Yourself Workshops
SUs|”You Can Save Money on You Energy Bills” at 2 p.m. at a Home Depot near you |Free|800-430-3376 or homedepot.com
Fresh City Life Programs
M,TU, SA, SU -July|Series of adult programs at Denver Central Library entitled “Urban Life.” Classes such as gardening, cooking, urban dwelling, interior design, delights for dog lovers and more. Mon., Tues., Sat. and Sundays |Free|10 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., 720-865-2044, http://denverlibrary.org/fresh
Embroidery Guild of America
-Oct. 21|More than 250 pieces of locally created needlework on exhibit at the Denver Central Public Library, Vida Ellison Gallery, celebrating the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Colorado Chapter of the Embroiderer’s Guild of America, Inc. Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.|Free|10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway, 720-890-0866
Moon ceremonies
M|Flowing with the cycles of the moon and creating your own moon ceremonies to harmonize yourself with the lunar cycles 7-8:30 p.m. at Wild Flowers, a garden-oriented store in Congress Park|$15|12th and Madison, 303-333-4050
Theater Classes
Register now|Denver Center Theatre Academy’s fall session of theater classes for ages 2 and a half and up. Register at Tramway Building for classes beginning in Oct. |Varies|1101 13th St., denvercenter.org, 303-446-4892
Buddhism
M|Boulder Shambhala Meditation Center has a drop-in class every Monday at 7 p.m.|Free|1345 Spruce St., 303-444-0190|BOULDER
Astrology
TU|Introduction to astrology 7-8:30 p.m. at Wild Flowers, a garden-oriented store in Congress Park|$15|12th and Madison, 303-333-4050
Boarding School
TU|Representatives from ten Eastern boarding schools will be present in an informal meeting from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Loews Hotel, including Lawrenceville, Phillips Academy, Phillips Exeter Academy, Choate Rosemary Hall and more|4150 E. Mississippi Ave.
Dinosaurs
TU and W|Children can learn about dinosaurs from 10:15-11 a.m. either day at the World of Wonder Children’s Museum for ages 3-5. |$6.50 children, adults are free|110 No. Harrison Ave., 303-604-2424|LAFAYETTE
Aviation for non-pilots
TUs-Nov. 8|Course for adults interested in aviation, but not it’s technology including history, weather, communications, theory of flight, myths, engines and more on Tuesdays from 7-9 p.m. at Wings Over the Rockies|$80 museum members, $100 non-members|7711 E. Academy Blvd., 303-36-5360 x106
Do-It-Yourself Workshops
TUs|”You Can Install Vinyl Replacement Windows” at 7 p.m. at a Home Depot near you |Free|800-430-3376 or homedepot.com
Balance Class for Seniors
TUs|For seniors to improve their balance at Buck Recreation Center |$55 ($45 district rate)|2004 W. Powers Ave. 303-730-4610|CENTENNIAL
Author reading spooky tales
W|Rosemary Fetter will ready some of the tales of Colorado “Haunting Romances” from 6:30-8 p.m. at Lakewood Heritage Center. Reservations requested|Free|801 So. Yarrow, 303-777-6877|LAKEWOOD
Green building
W|Green Points Certification Workshop to learn residential green building at the East Boulder Senior Center from noon-4:30 p.m.|$35 for members, $50 for non-members|5660 Sioux Dr., 303-444-7044, reservations required at vasatkae@ci.boulder.co.us|BOULDER
Prepare for disaster
W|Disaster expert Marlene Husson. MA, LPC will discuss ways you can cope with all the news of disasters “Standing Up to Disaster” at the Aurora Mental Health Center at 5 p.m.|Free|1290 Chambers Rd., 303-617-2300|AURORA
Traveling to Italy
W|”Italy: the Quieter Side” with Elizabeth Wallace at 7 p.m. at the Parker Library|Free|10851 So. Crossroads Dr., 303-841-3503|PARKER
Volunteers for Literacy
W|Orientation program for volunteers who want to help tutor. 10 a.m. at the Golden Library, 1019 10th St. and 6-8 at Standley Lake Library, 8485 Kipling St., Arvada|Free|Not reservations necessary, 303-275-2219 for information
Pumpkin Patch
W-Oct. 22|Plumb Farm Learning Center is hosting a Pumpkin Patch where kids can choose a pumpkin, carve it or paint it daily from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Children should dress appropriately for carving and painting.|$3|955 39th Ave., 970-350-9220|GREELEY
Frankenstein
W-Dec. 2|National traveling exhibit at the Boulder Public Library. Opening reception Oct. 21 from 5-7 p.m.|Free|1000 Canyon Blvd., 303-441-3196|BOULDER
Free Day
W|Denver Museum of Nature and Science free day |Free|2001 Colorado Blvd., 303-322-7009
Job Search
Ws-Nov. 16|Seven classes on the strategies for finding a job at Highland Ranch Library at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesdays|Free|9292 Ridgeline Blvd., 303-791-7703|HIGHLANDS RANCH
Guided hikes
Ws|Every Wednesday evening from 6:30-9 p.m. at the North Cheyenne Cañon Park. Bring raingear, water, flashlight and your hiking boots|Free, but reservations are recommended|2120 So. Cheyenne Cañon Rd., 719-578-6146|COLORADO SPRINGS
Community Knitting
Ws|11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Martin Luther Jr. Library|Free|9898 E. Colfax Ave., 303-739-1940|AURORA
Take It to the Track
Wednesdays|Young drivers are invited to Bandimere Speedway on Wednesday evenings between April and October as an alternative to illegal street racing beginning at 4 p.m. Drivers must have a driver’s license and drivers under 18 must have a release from parent or legal guardian. To get release call 303-697-6001 or pick it up at the track. |$30 to participate, spectators $10|3051 So. Rooney Rd. |MORRISON
Photography contest
deadline Dec. 31, 2005|Photographers of all ages are invited to capture Colorado agriculture on film for a Colorado Dept. of Agriculture contest. Prize is a Kodak EasyShare CX 7430 digital camera||303-239-4119 or coloradoagriculture.com for complete rules|
Host families sought
beginning now|NW Services is seeking 10 families to host high school students from various countries||866-846-3977|
Teen Photographers
-Oct. 9|Take a digital picture of someone reading and enter it on DouglasCountyLibraries.org. Contest for teens 13-19.|Free|303-688-7640|
888-344-4BMW
Short Story Contest
Deadline Oct. 15|Tony Hillerman Mystery Short Story Contest wants the best mystery short story, set in the Western or Southwestern US. Must include at least one cowboy or Native American character. Winner will be published in Cowboys and Indians Magazine|$10 ($100 for a critique from the judge)|sfworkshops.com|SANTA FE, NM
Alumni search
Big Brothers and Sisters of Colorado alumni are seeking former mentors, youth, board members, parents, volunteers and staff|bbscolo.org and click on Alumni Reconnection, 303-433-6002 or 719-633-2443|
Timex Top Performers
Two winners each month|Benefiting Multiple Sclerosis research. Based on 100-word entry nominations, stories of ultimate multi-taskers who give life 110 percent||timex.com/topperformer.com
Fresh Start Friendship Club
Monthly|Club for handicapped and disabled singles and couples in Westminster, SE Denver and Thornton. Monthly discussion groups, gatherings, picnics, parties and dancing. Start times vary.|Yearly membership available|303-940-8071
Exchange students need homes
Interested in hosting an international high school exchange student, contact the SHARE! Program|303-805-9815|
AskColorado
anytime|a free, 24/7 online information and reference service provided by Colorado libraries|Free|DouglasCountyLibraries.org
Douglas County History
available now|”Douglas County, Colorado: A Photographic Journey” with hundreds of vintage photographs and stories is now available.|Douglas County libraries and bookstores|303-688-7640
Healing Center
ongoing|Jewish Family Service of Colorado has launched the Rafael Spiritual Healing Center for people who have experienced life crisis. Anyone dealing with grief can use the program. |$10 per session|303-597-5000 or jewishfamilyservice.org
Free Divorce Clinic
ongoing|For low-income Jefferson County residents to modify or enforce their original divorce order.|Call 303-837-1313 to see if you qualify|AURORA
AA Stewardesses
ongoing|Looking for American Airlines current and former stewardesses to join a luncheon group. We are working with Safe House as our main charity. Call and leave message for info on our upcoming events and October luncheon.|303-439-9533Baby Sign Language
sign up now|Signing Smart Baby Sign Language classes for children 6 months-2 years will start in north Denver, Stapleton and Evergreen the first week in October|303-777-7078
Be a mentor
Enroll now|Colorado Youth at Risk is seeking individuals to help mentor freshmen students at George Washington and Manual High Schools during the 2005-6 school year|303-623-9140
Aquariums Needed
Colorado Reptile Humane Society needs 50 gal and larger water-tight aquariums, stands, filters, etc. |Please drop them off at 13941 Elmore Rd. TU-SA, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 303-776-2070|LONGMONT
Exchange Students
STS Foundation is seeking host families for international exchange students.|800-522-4678
Historic Denver Books
Historic Denver has published four new guide books to Denver neighborhoods: Congress Park, Arapahoe Acres, Whittier/San Rafael and Sacred Places of Denver. |Available at all Tattered Cover bookstores and Molly Brown House, 1340 Pennsylvania|303-534-5288
Creative wedding proposals
now|Virginia Pike is writing a book on creative wedding proposals and would like to hear yours. Email your story to GG30023@aol.com
Battle of the Bulge
Rocky Mountain chapter of Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge is searching for veterans who may have served from Dec. 16, 1944 to January 28, 1945 in the Battle of the Bulge. If you are a veteran of World War II and served in the European Theater during those dates, please contact Wayne Field 719-598-2234 or Lou Zoghby 303-688-4101
Solutions for Seniors
Ongoing|Jewish Family Service of Colorado has created a program for seniors with service, information and referrals on any topic|303-597-5000 or jewishfamilyservice.org
Senior Companions
ongoing|Companion Connections, a non-profit organization in Northern Colorado that connects companions with low-incomes seniors. Donations and volunteers are welcome.|970-278-0010 or 720-652-9486, CompanionConnections.org|LOVELAND
Donate Your Used Vehicle
ongoing|Donate you used car, RV, boat or motorcycle to the Limb Preservation Foundation to help save limbs and lives|303-526-7662|GOLDEN
Woodworking Classes
ongoing|Woodworkers can sign up now for classes at the Denver Center for Woodworking, Wed.-Thurs. 5-8 and Fri. 9 a.m.-noon|3852 Norwood Dr., 303-346-0349|LITTLETON
Wheelchairs available
“Wishes on Wheels” makes available electric wheelchairs to non-ambulatory senior citizens (65 years old+) usually at no out-of-pocket expense, if they qualify.|Free|800-823-5220 threewishes2.com|ARVADA
Food Bank
ongoing|SHARE offers grocery packages to everyone at half the retail prices. Over 50 location in the metro area to pick up monthly packages. Packages include fresh fruits and vegetables and frozen foods.|303-428-0400 or sharecolorado.com for the location nearest you
Food Pantry
Seeks food donations, 8:15 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 8:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Friday|Tamarac Square, 3201 S. Tamarac Drive, 303-597-5000
VOLUNTEERS
Film festival volunteers
SA, Oct. 15|Volunteers are needs for the 28th Starz Denver International Film Festival for transportation, administrative work, hospitality, ushering, concessions, customer service, ticketing and more. Orientation at 11 a.m. |Free|303-595-3456 x30 or denverfilm.org
Volunteers needed
Apply now|Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness needs volunteers in the following fields: accountant, 5-10 hours per month; grant writer, 10 hours per month; an attorney, 2-5 hours per month |303-755-4854|DENVER
Library volunteers needed
Now|Friends of the Aurora Public Library are seeking volunteers to staff The Book Outlet, which sells used books to help fund library services|2243 So. Peoria St., 720-747-7977|AURORA
Board Members
Now|Gateway Battered Women’s Services is looking for men and women to serve as long-term board members. Board members focus of fund-raising for the agency.|303-343-1856|
Wildlife Experience
now-May 2006|Wildlife Experience is seeking volunteers to teach school-aged children about the wonders of nature and to lead tours||10035 So. Peoria, 720-488-3318, thewildlifeexperience.org/general/volunteers.asp|PARKER
Trick or Treat Volunteers
M, Oct. 31|Volunteers are needs to help the Wildlife Experience with their annual Trick or Treat OFF the Street events|10035 So. Peoria, 720-488-3318, the wildlifeexperience.or/general/volunteers.asp|PARKER
Volunteers Needed
Apply now|Anasazi Heritage Center needs volunteers for visitor information, help in the bookstore and maintaining the grounds at the Canyons of the Ancients National Monument |3 miles west of Dolores, 970-882-5600|DOLORES
Special Advocates/ Adams and Broomfield
Open now|Court Appointed Special Advocates of Adams and Broomfield Counties are volunteers who are advocates for the abused and neglected children that are involved in the court system. Volunteers are needed to help these children. ||303-654-3378|ADAMS and BROOMFIELD COUNTIES
Special Advocates/Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln
Open now|Court Appointed Special Advocates are volunteers who are advocates for the abused and neglected children that are involved in the court system. Volunteers are needed to help these children. Next 30-hour training class is Oct. 25 ||303-695-1882|ARAPAHOE, DOUGLAS, ELBERT AND LINCOLN COUNTIES
Victim Outreach Information Needed now|seeks volunteers to work with law enforcement and the court system to ensure victim’s rights. Next training Sept. |303-202-2196|
Saint Joseph Hospital
Volunteers needed for surgery waiting room, nursing units and patient visitors |303-837-7667
English as Second Language
ongoing|Trinity United Methodist Church is hosting an English as a Second Language program for persons 18 and older interested in learning or improving English conversation, listening, writing and reading skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays 9-11 a.m. and 6:30-8 p.m.|$30 for new students|1820 Broadway. 303-839-1493 x25
ARC of Arapahoe and Douglas
Seeks volunteers for its Friends & Connections program. A service that provides friendship and community experiences to adults with developmental disabilities|303-220-9228, arcarapahoe douglas.org
Project Angel Heart
Has several openings for volunteers in Randy’s Kitchen, 8 a.m.-noon, Monday-Friday |303-830-0202
Habitat for Humanity
Seeks volunteers 16 and older. No skills necessary|303-534-2929, ext. 136, habitatmetrodenver.org
Administrative Volunteers
Available now|Douglas County Libraries needs two volunteers to assist with a variety of administrative duties with a commitment of 10-20 hours a week for at least six months|100 So. Wilcox, 303-688-7640|CASTLE ROCK
Volunteers Needed
Starsmore Discovery Center in North Cheyenne Canon Park is looking for volunteers.|Free|2120 So. Cheyenne Canon Rd., 719-578-6146|COLORADO SPRINGS
Denver Botanic Gardens
Seeks volunteers to teach elementary school students about plants. |720-865-3560
Colorado State Capitol
Has immediate openings for volunteers to serve as tour guides, telephone receptionists, and information specialists. Shifts are half- and full-day|303-866-4747
Reading to Children
Denver Public Library is seeking volunteers to read to children once a week to children at Head Start Center in the Denver area. 14-week commitment is required. |720-865-1308
Recording for the blind and dyslexic
The Rocky Mountain unit seeks volunteers for positions as readers, directors, bookmarkers, office assistants and educational outreach |303-757-0787
Volunteers
Metro Denver Bright Beginnings distributes free parenting, community resources, child and language development information to parents of children from prenatal-three in one-on-one visits. |303-56102233 brightbeginningsco.org
Hospice Volunteers Needed
ongoing|Life Source Hospice needs volunteers. Only 2 hours a week would make a difference.|Free|Metro Denver area, 303-267-3718
Manual High School
June 9-11, 2006|Reunion of the years 1950-59|303-617-0627 or 303-277-9392 or 303-989-5885 or 303-425-1559
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