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Denver Mayor Mike Johnston Selects Al Gardner as Deputy Mayor

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston today announced Al Gardner will serve as the new Deputy Mayor for Denver. In this one-year term, Gardner will continue in his role as executive director of General Services and will take on the Mayor’s duties whenever Mayor Johnston is unable to do so. Al Gardner was appointed by Mayor Mike …

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Older Adults and Service Providers Make A Difference

The leadership team of Seniors’ Council of Douglas County (SCDC) invites older adults and service providers to attend monthly meetings each first Thursday of the month that are held at various locations in Douglas County. The meetings, scheduled from 10 – 11:30 am, are free and open to the public. Monthly presentations cover a wide …

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Governor Polis Announces New Colorado 150th Anniversary Pedestrian Walkway

Governor Polis Announces Plans for Pedestrian Walkway in Honor of Colorado’s 150th Anniversary. The Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway will connect Coloradans to Lincoln Veterans Park and commemorate Colorado’s great history. Governor Polis announced plans to build the Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway, an experiential walkway connecting the Colorado State Capitol to Lincoln Veterans Memorial Park. This …

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AARP Offers Colorado Symphony Discounted Tickets!

This season, AARP Colorado and the Colorado Symphony are offering a 20 percent ticket discount to select performances now through June 2025. AARP members and their guests can access the discount online* or at the symphony box office by using discount code ENGAGE. “AARP Colorado is proud to offer discounts for cultural events and activities …

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Aurora and Other Cities Celebrate Holiday Season!

Many cities in Northern Colorado are celebrating the holidays with special events as follows: Aurora: Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at the city of Aurora’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Merry Makers Market on Tuesday, Dec. 3, on the Great Lawn of the Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway. Enjoy a …

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Visit Denver’s Christkindlmarket During the Holidays!

The Denver Christkindlmarket is an authentic, German-style holiday market, which is host to local and European craft and food vendors, and tons of magical entertainment for everyone to enjoy. The Denver Christkindlmarket is a must-see (and must-taste!) holiday experience. Free and open to the public! The Denver Christkindlmarket is a cherished holiday tradition, bringing the …

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Aurora and Other Cities Celebrate Holiday Season!

Many cities in Northern Colorado are celebrating the holidays with special events as follows: Aurora: Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at the city of Aurora’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Merry Makers Market on Tuesday, Dec. 3, on the Great Lawn of the Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway. Enjoy a …

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Thornton Has Grand Opening of New Community Center & Library

In October, excitement is building in Thornton as the city prepares for the grand opening of the new Community Center and Anythink Library this fall. Located at 2211 Eppinger Blvd., this facility promises to be a hub of activity and community engagement, offering something for everyone. Be among the first to explore this incredible new …

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Northglenn Celebrates Opening of Their New Civic Center

After three years of planning and construction, the new 32,600-square-foot NetZero City Hall building opened for business on September 15. The first NetZero municipal building in Colorado, the building was designed to generate as much energy as it uses for a CORE Green Building Rating. The $33.78M building was fully funded by the .5% sales …

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Lakewood Supports Veterans at Fort Logan National Cemetery

Arborists and park employees from the City of Lakewood joined 315 registered volunteers at Fort Logan National Cemetery for the 10th annual Saluting Branches event, making it the largest event site in the nation. Saluting Branches is the largest single-day service event in the forestry industry and is dedicated to honoring and recognizing the sacrifices …

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Douglas County Proposes New Heroes Hall Veterans Center

Which words come to your mind when you think about our Veterans? Maybe gratitude, honor, or sacrifice? It’s hard to describe the gift our Veterans give us, which is why putting these words into action for Douglas County’s nearly 20,000 Veterans has been a priority for Commissioner George Teal since he took office in 2021. …

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CGS Explains New Part D Changes for Medicare Beneficiaries!

The Colorado Gerontolgical Society (CGS) explained the latest Medicare Part D changes in their weekly Zoom broadcast. There is good news for Medicare beneficiaries a who take lot of prescription drugs. Starting January 1, 2025, after beneficiaries pay the Part D deductible, the maximum out-ofpocket expense is $2000. Congress’s goal is to limit prescription drug …

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