Call for artists
deadline August 1|Koelbel Library is seeking two-dimensional art for the Joan R. Duncan Galleries. Application available at the library|5955 So. Holly St., 303-220-7704|CENTENNIAL
Tattered Cover contest
entries due May 31|Tattered Cover bookstore is moving from it’s long-time Cherry Creek location to the historic Lowenstein Theater on East Colfax. They are seeking original designs to be printed on t-shirts for the volunteers helping with the move. Artist will receive $250 Tattered Cover gift card and 10 t-shirts. |Free|contest rules at tatteredcover.com or any Tattered Cover location
Feast for the Mind
reservations in advance by May 20|Dinner and conversation with extraordinary authors, historians, national leaders and scientists at CSU Libraries. 14 table hosts facilitating discussions at each table. Cocktails begin at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. in Morgan Library|$125 per person to benefit Colorado State University Libraries Endowments |CSU campus, 970-491-1833|FORT COLLINS
Mizel Art Camps
available now|Slots are still available for the camps of the Mizel Center for Arts and Culture for this summer for children from 4 years old to 12th grade. There are half-day and full-day options available.|303-316-6360
Junior Symphony Guild 2006 Designer’s Showhouse
-May 21|Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Wednesdays 4-7 p.m. “Meet the Designers”; Sundays noon-3 p.m. Mother’s Day brunch May 14 from 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.|$18 adult, $5 children 5-12, $16 in advance at King Soopers|160 High St., 303-355-7855
Mother/daughter backpacking trip
Sign up now|July 21-23 in the Snowy Range of the Rocky Mountains, presented by Women’s Wilderness Institute. Open to mothers of all ages and daughters 13 and up.|$375 per person, includes food and camping gear. Sleeping bags, backpacks and outdoor clothes available on loan if necessary|womenswilderness.org, 303-938-9191|WYOMING
THURSDAY
Women’s luncheon
|Denver Northwest Suburban Women’s Connection will host a brunch from 10-11:30 a.m. at Copper Fields Events Chateau with a speaker and antique appraisal|$13|4901 Marshall St., 303-466-5619|WHEAT RIDGE
Painting conservation and restoration
|With conservator Linda Capano at 7 p.m. at Carnegie Branch Library for Local History|Free|1125 Pine St., 303-441-3110|BOULDER
Chernobyl
|Discussion of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster of 20 years ago. Discussion will be at 10:30 a.m. at The Lodge at Balfour|Free|1331 Hecla Drive, 303-926-3006|BOULDER
Printmaking classes
-May 18|Printmaker Larry Randolph will teach the at art of monoprinting at the La Veta School of the Arts. Students can take two day or 5 days classes|719-742-5193, LaVetaSchooloftheArts.org|LA VETA
Science fun
|Family Night Open House from 4-6 p.m. at Thorne Natural Science School at Waterton Canyon where students can spend their summer exploring science in classes that begin June 12|Free|11300 Waterton Rd., 720-981-5035|LITTLETON
Clogging
|See traditional clogging while dining on Dutch food at North Jeffco Recreation Center from 6-8 p.m.|6842 Wadsworth Blvd., 303-425-9583 to register and pay in advance|ARVADA
Pottery sale
-May 14|Denver Potters Association sale and sale of 30 local potters at Sixth Avenue United Church today 3-8 p.m., Friday 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-3 p.m.|Free admission|3250 E. Sixth Ave., 303-377-5535
Alzheimer’s
|Expert Megan Carnarius will speak from 6:30-8 p.m. at Balfour Cherrywood Village|Free|282 McCaslin Blvd., 303-604-2700 to RSVP|LOUISVILLE
Dave Barry
|Author Dave Barry will be the featured speaker at the JFS Executive Luncheon from noon-1:30 p.m. at the Donald R. Seawell Grand Ballroom at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts|$150|303-597-5000 x365, 1245 Champa
Therapeutic Riding Center
Thursdays in May|Workshops from 6-8 p.m. on therapeutic riding for riders with physical disabilities|11968 Mineral Rd. (Highway 52, just east of 287 )303-652-9131|LONGMONT
Spring Cleanse Detox
and May 18 and 25|Spring is a time for dietary cleansing, including liver detoxification. Cooking demonstrations, exercise and group support from 2:30-5:30 p.m. at Seven Bowls School|$255 for complete class|624 Kimbark St., 303-776-3900|LONGMONT
Buddhism
THs|Meditation for ages 20-30 at Boulder Shambhala Meditation Center every Thursday evening 6:45-9:30 p.m.|Free|1345 Spruce St., 303-444-0190|BOULDER
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
Adoption
and May 25|Adopting an older child will be discussed from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Adoption Alliance|2121 So. Oneida, Suite 420, 303-584-9900, x 27, reservations required
“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
FRIDAY
Hospice benefit
F|Unitarian Universalist Church will host an evening benefit for Anam Chara Hospice with a silent auction, live music and ritual of remembrance from 5:30-8:30 p.m.|5001 Pennsylvania Ave., 303-319-9142|BOULDER
Multi-cultural fair
F- May 14|Including fashion show for Quinceaneras,live music, dancing and a carnival Friday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and 8 p.m.-midnight, Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and 8 p.m.-midnight and Sunday 6-10 p.m. at the First National Bank Exhibition Hall East and West of the Ranch|$10 in advance, $12 at the door|5280 Arena Circle, 970-619-4000|LOVELAND
Concert
F|Casting Pearls with Columbine survivor Crystal Miller will perform at Timberline Church from 7-9 p.m.|$10-14|2908 So. Timberline Rd., 303-507-0945|FORT COLLINS
Wildflower walk
F|Walk and identify prairie wildflowers from 7:30-9 p.m. at the Plains Conservation Center|Members free, non-members $5|21901 E. Hampden Ave., 303-693-6921|AURORA
Welsh Pub Night
F|”History of Railways in Wales” presented by the Colorado Welsh Society at the Celtic Tavern beginning at 6:30 p.m.|Free admission|1801 Blake St., 303-427-7188
Clarinet master class
F|With clarinetist David Shifrin from 3-30-5:30 p.m. at CSU’s Edna Rizley Griffin Concert Hall|Free|1400 Remington St.,970-482-4823|FORT COLLINS
Outdoor art
F|Slide show and talk with Alis Olsen at 7 p.m. at La Veta School of the Arts |Free|105 West Ryus Avenue, 719-742-5193|LA VETA
Homeschooling fair
F|Learn more about homeschooling from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Smoky Hill Library|Free|5430 So. Biscay Circle, 303-693-7449|CENTENNIAL
Friendship Bridge benefit
F|”Evening in Evergreen” from 6-10 p.m. at Evergreen Lake House will feature a silent and live auction, live music, appetizers, desserts and more|29614 Upper Bear Creek Rd., 303-674-0717|EVERGREEN
Hot Air Balloon/music festival
F|Balloons-N-Tunes festival weekend beginning Friday at 5:30 p.m. with bluegrass music, balloons rising Saturday and Sunday early morning, live music and more all weekend|970-626-5181, ridgwaycolorado.com|RIDGWAY
Conservation area tour
F|Public is invited to tour the Blue Mountain Conservation Area. Wear hiking shoes, bring water, binoculars, camera and lunch. Limited to first 12 people |970-679-4561|LOVELAND
Whittier fund-raiser
F|Whittier Elementary fund-raiser with entertainment, food and an auction of birdhouses from 6-9 p.m. |$5|2480 Downing, 303-884-0201
Home tour
F|”Jewels of Highlands” home tour is fund-raiser for Stagecraft and Design Department at the Denver School of the arts 11 a.m.-4 p.m. beginning at the Lumber Baron Inn|$10 in advance by calling the school (720-424-1713) or the Lumbar Baron Inn (303-477-8205), $12 at the door|2555 W. 37th Ave.
Best of beads
-May 26|Pismo Glass Gallery is hosting a glass bead exhibit with 30 artists from around the country|Free|2770 E. 2nd Ave., pismoglass.com
Low Vision support group
third Friday of each month|The Lodge at Balfour will host a Low Vision Support Group at 3 p.m.|Free|1331 Hecla Dr., 303-926-3006|LOUISVILLE
Earth Day
-May 31|Denver’s Great American Clean-up events will take place all over the city. To get involved call 720-865-6800
Advanced acting classes
registration began April 1|”Acting for the Camera” with LA casting director Cathy Reinking at Denver Center Theatre Academy. Classes begin June 12 |1101 13th Street, 303-446-4892
SATURDAY
Brunch with Bugs Bunny
SA-May 14|At Six Flags Elitch Gardens at 9:45 a.m. and daily beginning May 20.|$17.99 adults, $14.99 for children 48 inches and under|2000 Elitch Circle, 303-595-4386 for reservations
Work-in-progress
SA|Comment and critique new play in-progress “Remaining in Orbit” by playwright Scott Gibson from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Buck Recreation Center|$5|2004 W. Powers Ave., 303-483-7072 |LITTLETON
Benefit concert
SA|Aurora Symphony Orchestra at the Gateway Performing Arts Center at 6:30 p.m. to benefit The Other Side Arts|$10 adults, $8 seniors/students|1300 So. Sable Blvd., 303-873-6622|AURORA
Canine Frisbee
SA|Colorado Disc Dogs hosting Spring training seminar at Sheridan Community Park beginning at 12:30 p.m. Bring a leash and water for your dog.|$25 per person, $35 per family|3325 W. Oxford Ave., 720-495-4942 or coloradodiscdogs.com|ENGLEWOOD
Tree climbing
SA|Introduction to tree climbing at South Suburban Park and Recreations’ South Platte Park from 1:30-5 p.m. Certified instructor provides all the ropes and safety equipment for ages 7-adult|$29 adults, $24 16 and under|3000 W. Carson Dr., 303-347-5999 to register|CENTENNIAL
Bird count
SA|With South Suburban Parks and Recreation at South Platte Park from 6-11 a.m.|Free|3000 W. Carson Dr., 303-730-1022 to register|CENTENNIAL
Fashion show
SA|Buck Community Recreation Center from 1-3 p.m. |$7 ($5 District rate)|2004 W. Powers Ave., 303-347-5999 to register|CENTENNIAL
Old-house renovation
SA|Expo and exchange of old-house parts, learn techniques of renovation and restoration, meet vendors and experts at Park Hill United Methodist Church 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Seminars hourly beginning at 10 a.m. You can also sell and swap your own old-house parts.|Free|5209 Montview Blvd., 303-246-8623
Wild Edible plants
SA|Learn about what plants on the prairie are edible 9-11 a.m. at Plains Conservation Center|Members free, non-members $5|21901 E. Hampden Ave., 303-693-3621, reservations required|AURORA
Dinos and Dragons
SA|Learn about T. Rex, dragons and more at the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Center at 1 p.m.|201 S. Fairview, 719-686-1820|WOODLAND PARK
Celebrate Beltance
SA-May 14|At the Holistic Renaissance Festival at the Ute Pass Cultural Center with vendors of holistic health, sword fighting, aura photos, jewelry, books, aromatherapy, massage and more Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.|$2 adults, $1 students|210 E. Midland Ave., 719-687-7375|WOODLAND PARK
Botanical illustration
SA|Ages 8 to adults at Aurora History Museum 1-3 p.m.|$5 Aurora residents, $7 non-residents|15051 E. Alameda Parkway, 303-739-6666|AURORA
Spring Fair and plant sale
SA|At Denver Waldorf School with cake walk, fly rod casting instruction, skateboard clinic, face painting, petting zoo and more. Plant sale begins at 8 a.m., activities begin 10:30 a.m.|Free admission|940 Fillmore
Toy show and sale
SA|”Toys Along the Rockies” at Adams County Fairgrounds from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. with over 100 dealers|$4, kids free|9755 Henderson Rd., 303-347-8252|BRIGHTON
Antique radio show and sale
SA|at Adam’s County Fairgrounds from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.|$4, kids free|9755 Henderson Rd., 303-347-8252|BRIGHTON
Mothers of Peace brunch
SA|With speaker Dani Newsum from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Iliff School of Theology|$30 in advance, $37.50 at the door|2201 So. University Blvd., 720-935-4980
Driver safety
SA and May 20|AARP Drive Safety Program in a two-session eight-hour workshop 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Southglenn Library for drivers 50 and over|$10|7500 So. University Blvd. #101. 303-221-3998, reservations required|CENTENNIAL
Tie dye workshop
SA|Teens grades 6-12 are invited to try tie-dying at Castlewood Library from 2-4 p.m. Bring a white cotton t-shirt|Free|6739 So. Uinta St., 303-771-3197|CENTENNIAL
Colorado Safari
SA|Fund-raiser from 2-4 p.m. at the Rocky Mountain Wildlife Conservation Center with Animal Planet movie preview, prize drawings, live radio remote, tours and more|Free, donations are welcome|1946 WCR 53, 30 miles northeast of Denver. Driving directions wildlife-sanctuary.org/map/[CALDIVIDE]|KEENESBURG
Relationship workshops
SA|9:30 a.m.-noon “Clear About What you Want and How to Make it Happen” and 1-3:30 p.m. “Is Anyone Listening to Me?” both through Colorado Free University – Lowry Campus|1st & Quebec, freeu.com and RelationshipCoach.us
Dressage for the Cure
SA|Cottonwood Riding Club is hosting benefit for Renee’s Friends Fund with dressage show, silent auction, beer and wine tasting, fashion show and reining demonstrations beginning at 8 a.m.|10415 Roxborough Park Road, 303-791-7656
Celebration of Cultures
SA|At Clayton Foundation Campus with crafts, dance, silent auction, international marketplace, and foods around the world from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.|Free admission|3801 Martin Luther King Blvd., 303-757-8000|
“Manage Your Boss and Enjoy Your Job”
SA and May 16|Workshop from 10 a.m.-noon and Tuesday from 5:30-7:30 at Panera Bread|$15|13th and Grant, 303-898-6015 for reservations
Corvette show
SA|”Show Us Your Vette” charity show to benefit the Children’s Miracle Network at Hajek Chevrolet from 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.|Free|1415 Vista View Dr., 303-245-6603|LONGMONT
Theater benefit
SA|Brunch and matinee performance of “Crowns” to benefit ARC of Denver beginning with brunch at 11:30 a.m.|$80 adults, children $50|1101 13th St., arcofdenver.org
Frontier cooking and blacksmithing workshops
SA|from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Clear Creek History Park|$35 regular admission, $25 friends of the Astor House|Arapahoe and 11th, 303-278-3557|GOLDEN
Burlesque “Carnaval”
SA|With Live Brazilian Samba at 9 p.m. at Trilogy Lounge|$15, $12 Naropa students|2017 13th St., 303-946-9227|BOULDER
Highline Canal Run/Walk
SA|5 K Run/Walk or 10 K Run starting at 6:30 a.m. at Shelter C in deKoevend Park|$20 in advance, $25 on race day|6301 So. University, 303-798-7515|CENTENNIAL
Pathways 5K Run/Walk
SA|Benefit for teen parents and their families at Cheesman Park with registration at 8 a.m.|8th Ave. and Williams, 303-321-6363 x208
Chinese art workshop
SA and May 14 14|Chinese printmaker, calligrapher and mixed media artist Yang Yang will teach four workshops and lectures at the Art Students League from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. Register early|$10 lecture, $45 workshop|200 Grant St., 303-778-6990 x103
Working with traumatized horses
May-October|Learn to de-spook your phobic, traumatized or fearful horse in Wright-ESCT Equine Stress Control clinics the third Saturday of each month from May-October from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Horse Rescue and Equine Sanctuary. Bring your horse ($125) or audit the class for $30|13639 Elsie Rd., 303-816-0766|CONIFER
Falun Gong
SAs|Try this peaceful, graceful exercise every Saturday at Washington Park|Free|between University and Virginia, 720-344-8573
Coffee house for teens
SA|Santiago Episcopal Church has opened The Coffee House at the Living Room every Saturday 7-10 p.m.|Free admission|422 E. Simpson St., 303-518-2446|LAFAYETTE
Beginning Spanish
SA|Children grades 1-5 can learn beginning Spanish with Ana Maria Paez from 9:30-10:15 a.m. at Castlewood Library|Free|6739 So. Uinta St., 303-771-3197,reservations required|CENTENNIAL
SUNDAY
Mother’s Day
SU|Moms get in free at the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Center with a child’s paid admission. Days open 10 a.m.|201 S. Fairview, 719-686-1820|WOODLAND PARK
Free Green fees
SU|Moms can golf for free at Fitzsimons Golf Course. To register call 303-326-8333 or golfaurora.com or 303-364-8125|Free|2323 Scranton St.|AURORA
Music celebration
M|”Music by Jubilate! Sacred Singers and Cowboy Poetry with Dr. George Russell: A Birthday Party for the Center of the American West” at Chautauqua Auditorium beginning at 6:30 p.m.|$12 general public, $10 Chautauqua members|900 Baseline, 303-492-4879|BOULDER
Mother’s Day Celebration
SU|With author Margaret Coel, Central City Opera singers Erin Hacket and Tim Welch at Olinger Crown Hill Chapel of Peace from 4-5:30 p.m.|Free|7777 W. 29th Ave., 303-233-4611|WHEAT RIDGE
Mother’s Day Tea and Tour
SU|From 2-4 p.m. at Grant-Humphreys Mansion|$40, $35 Colorado Historical Society members)|770 Pennsylvania St., 303-866-3686 registration required
Mother’s Day Tea and Tour
SU|at 1:30 p.m. at Byers-Evans House Museum|$15 adults, $10 children, $13 Colorado Historical Society members|1310 Bannock St., 303-620-4933 registration required
Walk to Empower
SU|Y-Me’s 1st annual Walk to Empower beginning at 9 a.m. in City Park for a 3-mile non-competitive walk|Free|877-YME-7223 x2734 to register or volunteer or get directions
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Environmental discussion
M|Willett Kempton, senior policy scientist at University of Delaware’s Center for Energy and Environmental Policy will discuss “Preventing Climate Catastrophe: How, When and How Much to Cut CO2?” at Chautauqua Community House at 7:30 p.m.|$3 general public, $1 Chautauqua members|900 E. Baseline, 303-492-4879|BOULDER
Immigration debate
M|6:30-8:30 p.m. at Koelbel Library with speakers from both sides of the issue|Free|5955 So. Holly St., 303-220-7704, reservations required|CENTENNIAL
Poetry lovers
M|Beginning of a new group of poetry lovers which will meet to discuss and read poetry. First meeting will be from 7-9 at Koelbel Library|Free|5955 So. Holly, 303-220-7704|CENTENNIAL
History of Astronomy
M|Ages 12 and up invited to Smoky Hill Library at 7 p.m.|Free|5430 So. Biscay Circle, 303-693-7449, reservations required.|CENTENNIAL
Self-defense for women
M, May 17, 22, and 24|Rape Assistance and Awareness Program, all four nights for a total of 12 hours from 6-9 p.m. at Montview Boulevard Prebyterian Church|1980 Dahlia St., 303-329-9922 x303 to register
Outdoor Warning System
First Monday of the month – August|Longmont’s emergency Outdoor Warning System will be testing on Mondays through August at 10 a.m. There will be a message that these are just tests.|303-651-8437|LONGMONT
Art show
-May 31|Art work of Sharon Rose Chinn and Fredia Cox at Koelbel Library|Free|5955 So. Holly St., 303-220-7704|CENTENNIAL
Citizenship classes
M, May 15,22|Throughout the year on Mondays at Boulder Public Library|Free|1000 Canyon Blvd., 303-441-3100|BOULDER
Art therapy and chair yoga
Ms|Rocky Mountain Stroke Association offers a day of fun and therapy for stroke survivors on Mondays. 10:30 a.m.-noon for art therapy; 1-2:30 p.m. for chair yoga|$15|5666 So. Bannock, 303-730-8800
Buddhism
Ms |Boulder Shambhala Meditation Center has a drop-in class every Monday at 7 p.m.| Free|1345 Spruce St., 303-444-0190|BOULDER
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. Mondays., Tuesdays., Saturdays and Sundays.|Free|10 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., 720-865-2044, http://denverlibrary.org/fresh
GED Study Sessions
M-THs|At seven Denver Public Libraries: Wednesdays 5-6 p.m. at Blair-Caldwell, 24th and Welton, 720-865-2401; Tuesdays 6-7 p.m. at Montbello, 47th and Albrook, 303-373-0767; Wednesdays 7-8 p.m. at Ford-Warren, 28th and High, 303-294-0907; Mondays 5-6 p.m. at Hadley, one block west of Federal on Jewel, 303-935-4267; Tuesday 6-7 p.m. at Hampden, 9755 E. Girard, 303-750-3885; Thursdays 5-6 p.m. at Ross-Barnum, First and Lowell, 303-936-1891 and Tuesday 5-6 p.m. at Woodbury, 33rd and Federal, 303-455-3930
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; Wednesday. 6:30 p.m., Dream Interpretation, $50; Thursday 6:30 p.m., Self-hypnosis, $80|4920 So. Grant St., 303-761-9934|ENGLEWOOD
TUESDAY
Community Resource Fair
TU|Jefferson county residents can learn about the resources available to them from 1-7 p.m. at Jefferson County Human Services Building cafeteria|Free|900 Jefferson County Parkway, 303-271-4011 or 303-271-4825|GOLDEN
Hmong at Heart
TU- Sept. 11|At WOW! Children’s Museum|$7 children, adults are free|110 N. Harrison Ave., 303-604-2424|LAFAYETTE
Rincon Hispano
TU|Spanish language discussion and guest Jack Mudry of KUVO (this completely in Spanish) at 7 p.m. at Smoky Hill Library|Free|5430 So. Biscay Circle, 303-693-7449|CENTENNIAL
Parenting basics class
TU, May 16,23|from 6-8:30 p.m. at Jefferson County Courthouse|$65|100 Jefferson County Parkway, 303-425-2929 to reserve a place|GOLDEN
Men for Sobriety
TUs|Men for Sobriety, Boulder meets weekly on Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Eternal Savior Lutheran Church||2688 North Park Drive (SE corner of 95th and Arapahoe), 215-536-8026|LAFAYETTE
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
WEDNESDAY
Laughter Yoga
W|Yoga instructor Ellen Brown will teach a 30-minute laughter yoga class on the third Wednesday of every month at 4 p.m. in the Aspen Room of Golden West Senior Residence|Free|1055 Adams Circle, 303-939-0883|BOULDER
Getting ready for kindergarten
W|Valuable tips on getting your child ready for kindergarten at Smoky Hill Library from 708 p.m.|Free|5430 So. Biscay Circle, 303-693-7449|CENTENNIAL
Parenting class for dads
Ws|Single Dads Resource Center is offering free parenting classes focused on single fathers on Wednesday evenings from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church|Free|6322 So. Lakeview St., 720-298-2021 to register|LITTLETON
Baby sign language
Ws (third Wednesday of the month)|American Sign Language for babies will be taught the third Wednesday of every month at St. Anthony North Hospital from 10-11:30 a.m. in the Main Conference Room|$25|2551 84th Ave., call ASK-A-NURSE at 303-777-6877 to register|WESTMINSTER
Guided hikes
W|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
W|11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Martin Luther Jr. Library|Free|9898 E. Colfax Ave., 303-739-1940|AURORA
CONTESTS, COMMUNITY SERVICES, CLASSES, MEETINGS, and NOTICES
Colorado Pickin’ Camp (for your inner hillbilly)
May 19-21|Learn to jam at Beginner Jam Camp at Delta Count Fair Park|northforkbluegrass.com|HOTCHKISS
“Hudson Explorers Program”
ongoing|Hudson Gardens is beginning a program where children can experience the world of plants and wildlife growing in their natural habitats. Five self-guided tours in the form of backpacks including everything a child needs to explore the natural world. Geared toward pre-schoolers and lower elementary students. Adult chaperones are required.|303-797-8565 x303|LITTLETON
Summer jobs
Apply now|Six Flags Elitch Gardens is filling summer jobs now|303-595-4386 x201
“Writing Down the River”
Register now|Rafting through Cataract Canyon on the Colorado River with author Page Lambert for “One of the Top Six Great All-Girl Getaways” for a six-day rafting-writing journey through Utah’s Canyonlands National Park July 31-August 5, |$1199|800-332-2439, GriffithExp.com|Utah
Scrapbooking for Charity
ongoing|Sticker Planet announces a nationwide Charity Crop Challenge to fight Lou Gehrig’s Disease for additional info please check our website|Free|stickerplanet.com
Free homework help
Available now|Douglas County libraries are offering homework help from 3-10 p.m. every day. Spanish speaking tutors are available in math and science from 3-8 p.m. Sunday-Thursday|Free|DouglasCountyLibraries.org
Guest Artist Program
Apply -May 15|Mancos State Park in southwestern Colorado in accepting application for artists who would like to stay in the park’s yurts for five nights in exchange for a donation of artwork or an interpretive event|970-882-2213|
Benefit bike race
May 20|Ride for the Pass, a charity bike race/recreational ride to benefit the Independence Pass Foundation in Aspen. Race begins at 9 a.m. and rises 2,000 foot in elevation. Riders are encouraged to register in advance after May 1 at Aspen area bike and sporting goods shops or at independencepass.org or Active.com|$40 single, $70 families, $10 more on race day|970-920-5140|ASPEN
Book donations needed
ongoing|Grant Avenue Community Center needs book donations for a new used bookstore. Books can be dropped off 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday-Fridays. Pick ups available.|216 So. Grant St., 303-470-3278 or 303-858-0604
Interfaith couples
ongoing|Interfaith discussion group for Christian/Jewish couples married or in a serious relationship to discuss child rearing, family issues, holidays, spiritual perceptions and other topics. Eight-week group starting the end of April|To register call 303-388-1198, steppingstonesfamily.com
Professional clothes
ongoing|DenverWorks Men@Work and Women@Work Clothing Closets are seeking professional work clothes to assist unemployed and recently employed people with appropriate workplace attire. Volunteers needed to help sort and hang clothing|Free|303-433-0300 x101
Financial aid
ongoing|Inter-Church ARMS is offering financial aid for rent, utilities, groceries and medical bill for people in need in Arvada, Wheat Ridge, Westminster and Golden|Free|303-424-6283
Radiation testing
ongoing|Jefferson County Department of Health and Environment is testing well water of residents living within the county|303-271-5714
Talking books
Colorado Talking Book Library has free reading material available for people with physical disabilities that prevent them from using printed matter. Items can be mailed free of charge.|Free|303-727-9277; 303-866-6891
Seeds for Afghanistan
Packets for vegetable and flowers seeds are needed by the Afghan people. Zone 4 seeds can be dropped off or mailed to 1838 Pine St., Boulder 80302 |Free|BOULDER
Beading Group
In the Broomfield area. Beginners to experienced welcome. Meet at Old Possum Bookstore every Monday at 6 p.m.|119th and Teller, 303-439-2017 for more information|BROOMFIELD
Books needed
ongoing|Grant Avenue Community Center needs donations of books for their used bookstore. Proceeds to support the community and the support the Grant Avenue building. Donations can be dropped off from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays.|216 Grant Ave., 303-470-3278
Tenors wanted
Ongoing|Timberliners Chorus is looking for tenors and other for the Boulder chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society which meets Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. at Community UCC Church|2650 Table Mesa Drive, 303-944-0042 or 303-332-7048|BOULDER
Donate old laptops
Cerebral Palsy of Colorado is accepting donations of old laptop computers, PDAs, used laser and inkjet cartridges and cell phones for recycling to fund their ongoing projects. Items can be dropped off at 2200 So. Jasmine St. If you have quite a few call 800-420-0235 for pick up.
Unique Lives and Experiences
Lecture series featuring “stories of a lifetime” with Queen Noor of Jordan on May 15; Robert Redford on June 7. Each evening will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Buell Theater at the Denver Center Performing Arts Complex|Six-lecture series $239-$599, |14th and Champa, 877-872-8124
Master Composter Training
Denver Urban Gardens will be holding Master Composter Training and Outreach Program with 40 hours of instruction. You will be required to return 40 hours of community service teaching composting and recycling to Denver residents within a year. |$35|303-292-9900
Teachers Grant Applications
Fund for Teachers and Public Education & Business Coalition announcing that grant applications are available online for pre-K-12th grade teachers seeking self-designed summer professional development opportunities. Teachers from all Denver public schools can apply. List of eligible schools at fundforteachers.org
Local musicians
apply now|Douglas County Libraries looking for local musicians to perform at library events. ||303-688-7640 or awalker@dclibraries.org|DOUGLAS COUNTY
Local artists
apply now|Douglas County Libraries looking for local artists to display their work at the Lone Tree Library. |303-799-4446 or lbrown@dclibraries.org|LONE TREE
Weather Presentation
7 News Chief Meteorologist Mike Nelson and the 24/7 Weather Team are available to visit schools and organizations around the state with an hour-long educational program about Colorado’s weather, including the award-winning Tornado Dance |Free|tornadodance@iglide.net or The Denver Channel.com
Colorado Women’s Basketball Team
Seeks experienced players in Aurora ages 50 and older to participate in practices, exhibition games, in-state and out-of state tournaments.|303-751-2691 or email women65basketball@yahoo.com
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
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
Money Museum
Money from around the world on exhibit at the Money Museum Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday noon-5 p.m. Passports to the Money of the World Today $2|Admission free|818 No. Cascade, 719-632-COIN|COLORADO SPRINGS
AskColorado
A free, 24/7 online information and reference service provided by Colorado libraries|Free|DouglasCountyLibraries.org
Douglas County History
“Douglas County, Colorado: A Photographic Journey” with hundreds of vintage photographs and stories is now available.|Douglas County libraries and bookstores|303-688-7640
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
Healing Center
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
For low-income Jefferson County residents to modify or enforce their original divorce order.303-837-1313 |AURORA
AA Stewardesses
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 luncheons.|303-439-9533
Aquariums Needed
Colorado Reptile Humane Society needs 50 gallon and larger water-tight aquariums, stands, filters, etc. |Please drop them off at 13941 Elmore Rd. Tuesday-Saturday 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
Historic newspapers
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 Digitization Program icon at the bottom of the home page|Free|100 S. Wilcox, 303-688-7640|CASTLE ROCK
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
Jewish Family Service of Colorado has created a program for seniors with service, information and referrals on any topic|303-597-5000, jewishfamilyservice.org
Senior Companions
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
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
Woodworkers can sign up now for classes at the Denver Center for Woodworking, Wednesday-Thursday 5-8 p.m. 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
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
SUMMER CAMPS
Camp Shalom
Day camp for ages 2 1/2-5|Half day (9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) and full day (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) camps for two, three or five days per week. Three-week sessions. One-week theme camps available. Camp is at Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center.|350 So. Dahlia St.; 303-316-6306; jccdenver.org
Youth Programs Camp
Day camp for ages 4-7|Morning camp (9 a.m.-noon) with indoor soccer, floor hockey, basketball, nerf baseball and track and field. One and two week sessions with two-, three-, five-day sessions available. Optional lunch and extended care available. At Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center.|350 So. Dahlia St.; 303-316-6306; jccdenver.org
Ice hockey camp
registration begins May 1|George Gwozdecky Summer Hockey Day Camp at University of Denver for girls and boys ages 6-15 years. Four weekly sessions from July 10-August 4|303-871-4597 or denverpioneers.com
Camp Rollerblade
June 3-4|Two-day camp designed to teach adults (and kids accompanied by an adult) to inline skate. 12 hours of professional instruction. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. both days at Country Estates Park. No experience necessary. Pre-registration required at CampRollerblade.com|Aspen St. and 124th Ave., 888-758-8687|BROOMFIELD
Salvation Army Community Service Camp
July 19-24|Seeking low-income kids ages 7-12 for High Peak Camp, paid for by the Salvation Army. Also seeking two chaperones to accompany kids to and from camp in Estes Park. Deadline for applications for camp April 24.|Free|970-252-5200 (Montrose Police Dept.)
Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design
Art Academy Camps and Workshops
High School students|High School Intensive Workshops/ July 10-14 (juniors & seniors only) $590, program fee; $185 lodging fee; The Foundation of Art + Design Art Camp/July 17-21, (juniors & seniors only) $590 program fee; $185 lodging fee (high school juniors and seniors only); Character Design Art Camp/July 24-28. $590 program fee; $185 lodging fee (high school juniors and seniors only); Comic Book Illustration Art Camp/ August 7-11. $590, program fee; $185 lodging fee (high school juniors and seniors only); Graphic Design Art Camp/ August 7-11. $590, program fee; $185 lodging fee (high school juniors and seniors only). Register early!|303-225-8570; rmcad.edu click on non-degree/pre-college art academy program|LAKEWOOD
Water Camp
June 26-30|Catamount Institute is hosting a summer day camp for children to learn about Earth’s limited water resources from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Beidleman Environmental Center. Camp is open to ages 10-12. Deadline June 16|$225|740 W. Caramillo St., 719-471-0910 x105|COLORADO SPRINGS
Mountain Trail Youth Ranch
summer 2006 |Nine week-long camps for youth 10-17 in the San Juan Mountains designed to pass on the legacy of America’s hunting heritage with instructors NRA certified in their fields. Camp includes hunting, fishing, horseback riding, ropes courses, hiking and more|$500 for camp; $500 for hunting trip (does not include hunting license)|719-852-2477, youthhunt.org|MONTE VISTA
Camp Shai
Day camp for children entering grades 1-12|Arts and crafts, science, sports and all-camp theme days, swimming, field trips and Maccabi Games. Counselors available for special needs children. Full day session for three weeks. Extended care available. At Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center.|350 So. Dahlia St.; 303-316-6306; jccdenver.org
Camp at JCC at the Denver Campus
Half day (9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) and full day (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) camps for two, three or five days per week. Three-week sessions. One-week theme camps available. Camp is at Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center.|350 So. Dahlia St.; 303-316-6306; jccdenver.org
VOLUNTEERS
Hospital volunteers
|Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation Volunteers Services Department needs volunteers in clerical positions in various medical departments. Computer experience helpful|303-837-7043, roched@exempla.org
Volunteers needed
ongoing|Evercare Hospice and Palliative Care seeks massage therapists, Reike Practioners, pet therapists for dogs and cats, musicians and companions for 1-2 hours per week in the Denver metro area. |303-267-3718|
Volunteers needed
ongoing|Rocky Mountain Unit of the Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic is recruiting volunteers as readers, office workers and more|Free|1355 So. Colorado Blvd., 303-757-0787
Volunteers needed
ongoing|18th District Probation Department is accepting applications for volunteers to work with probation officers, monitor a caseload of clients and monitor offenders. 18 hours of training required.|303-794-4890 x102 or x103
Indian Market needs volunteers
August 19-20|Santa Fe’s 85th Annual Indian Market needs volunteers for variety of positions|505-983-5220×234|SANTA FE, NM
Volunteers needed
ongoing|South Suburban Parks and Recreation is seeking youth athletic program volunteers for inline hockey, lacrosse, BMX, T-ball, softball, track and baseball. Training is provided|303-798-7515|CENTENNIAL
Volunteers
ongoing|Porter Adventist Hospital is looking for volunteers for a variety of positions|2525 So. Downing St., 303-778-5693
Library volunteers needed
Needed now|Douglas County Libraries needs volunteers to help with a new tagging system. Hours can her used to fulfill community service obligations|Free|303-688-7632|DOUGLAS COUNTY
Volunteers needed
To install smoke detectors in senior’s homes. Must provide own tools and pass a background check.|720-264-3331
Canine volunteers
Ongoing|Volunteers needed to bring their well-behaved dogs to Porter Adventist Hospital to visit patients|Free|303-778-5693
Volunteer opportunity
Arapahoe County Victim’s Assistance training has begun. Training is approximately 40 hours||720-874-4190 or 720-874-4038|ARAPAHOE COUNTY
Volunteer needed
Community Sailing of Colorado Ltd. needs a volunteer to varnish the sign that hangs at the Cherry Creek Marina. Sign is approximately 2′ X 3′. Project can be completed mostly at your home and would be considered community service by your local school|Free|303-757-7718
Bright Beginnings
now|Volunteers needed to distribute free parenting information, community resources and materials on child development to parents of children from prenatal-three-years-old in one-on-one visits||303-561-2235
CASA Volunteers needed
Apply now |May 2-13 class for Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) training class for Voices for Children, organization which provides direct services to abused and neglected children in Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln Counties|Limited to 30 candidates|303-695-1882, vfccasa.org, 10855 E. Bethany Dr., Suite 200|AURORA
Volunteers needed
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
Library volunteers needed
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
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
-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
Volunteers Needed
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
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
Victim Outreach Information
Needed now|Seeks volunteers to work with law enforcement and the court system to ensure victim’s rights.|303-202-2196
Saint Joseph Hospital
Volunteers needed for surgery waiting room, nursing units and patient visitors |303-837-7667
English as Second Language
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
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
Volunteer naturalists needed
Bluff Lake Nature Center is seeking volunteers to help teach kids about nature.|303-468-3245, blufflakenaturecenter.org
Volunteers Needed
Starsmore Discovery Center in North Cheyenne Cañon Park is looking for volunteers.|Free|2120 So. Cheyenne Cañon 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. |303-561-2233 brightbeginningsco.org
Hospice Volunteers Needed
Life Source Hospice needs volunteers. Only 2 hours a week would make a difference.|Free|Metro Denver area, 303-267-3718
REUNIONS
Lamar High School
June 23-25, 2006|Classes of 1980-82 are planning their 25th reunion and seeks members of these classes|719-336-4964, myfamily.com|LAMAR
Greeley High School
July 7-9, 2006|Class of 1961 is planning their 45th reunion and seeks members of this class|970-330-7927 or ninajudd@ya hoo.com|GREELEY
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
Douglas County High School
July 21-23, 2006|Reunion for the class of 1976. Kick off Friday night at Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course, Saturday dinner and dancing at Wildlife Experience and more|DCHSalumni.net for more information|DOUGLAS COUNTY
Pueblo East High School
July 14-15, 2006|Reunion for the class of 1966|303-623-9230, Rod Conahan|PUEBLO
USS Long Beach
Sept. 10-17, 2006|Reunion for the USS Long Beach CGN-9 Association, Inc. at the Ramada Inn. To get reunion rates call before Aug. 10|1721 N. LaCrosse St., 605-342-1300 for reservations (866-352-2469 to talk to a shipmate)|RAPID CITY, SD
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