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Stay Fit While Giving Back To Your Community!

The Action Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a hand-up to struggling Jefferson County residents. It provides an immediate response to basic human needs, such as food, clothing and shelter, and promotes pathways to self-sufficiency through one-on-one case management. The Action Center receives an average of 75 tons of donated food each month, …

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Denver Museum of Nature & Science Events

SCFD Community Free Day is Monday, August 17 from 9–5 p.m. Enjoy family-friendly activities and Museum favorites, plus free admission to the temporary exhibitions Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns, and Mermaids and The Power of Poison. Desert Islands: A New Film From The Museum Archives on Tuesday, August 18 at 7 p.m. Ricketson Auditorium $8/$10. Former …

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Ms. Colorado Senior America Pageant Crowns 2015 Queen

By Ms. Debbie Buczkowski, MSCAP Board Chair Congratulations, Ms. Buddi Boryla, of Aurora, who was crowned Ms. Colorado Senior America 2015 by Ms. Sharon Nuanes, MCSA 2014 at the Pageant held on June 27 at Pinnacle Performing Arts Complex. Her court consists of 1st runner up Ms. Sharon Parry of Lone Tree, and 2nd runner …

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Make the Weld County Fair Part of Your Summer Plans

The 97th annual Weld County Fair is July 29th through August 2nd at Island Grove Regional Park, Greeley. There is no admission charge, no parking charge and all activities are free! Every day fairgoers enjoy free Wagon Rides around the park, face painters who stay busy with giggling children, the Young Guns Wild West Fun …

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Colorado’s Premier Celebration of Black Art & Culture

The Colorado Black Arts Festival celebrates its 29th annual event on July 10-12, 2015 at Denver’s City Park West. The CBAF is the fifth largest event of its kind in the United States and draws an audience of over 54,000. The theme for this year’s festival is “Rock Steady”. Over the years, the Colorado Black …

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Advanced Planning

By Jamie Sarche, Feldman Mortuary You die suddenly. Even after a long illness, death always feels sudden. The first question the hospital, hospice, authority figure asks is, what funeral home? How do your loved ones choose? They have no time to think, so they turn to lists given by the hospital or hospice. The people …

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Toastmasters Toast of Inverness

By Todd Allen, Toast of Inverness Public speaking is high on many people’s list as a skill to develop to increase one’s chance for success and to help launch new career opportunities. Toastmasters is an international membership organization that provides a supportive learning experience where members develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in personal growth. …

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Pack Your Bags for a Successful ‘Safecation’

Many older adults celebrate the retirement years with plane tickets and passports in hand. But booking a trip without taking a few safety precautions can turn a happy holiday into a horrible experience. Fortunately, these tried and true domestic travel tips can help you make the best of your vacation. • Driving Detours: Gas up …

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Ms. Colorado Senior America Pageant June 27th

By Shari Ortiz, MCSAP, Inc. Time is fast approaching for the 2015 Ms. Colorado Senior America Pageant, which showcase contestants who have reached the “Age of Elegance” (age 60 and over), who still have that spark and sparkle, poise and personality, tenacity and talent to compete for the Colorado title. The Ms. Colorado Senior America …

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Colorado Free University Supports Baby Boomers in Business

Many folks of a certain age discover that they aren’t suited to the traditional retirement where you play cards all day. They have energy to spare and take advantage of the change in their employment status to create a new small business of their own. Sometimes it’s a chance to make a passion into something …

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Englewood Veterans Military Memorial

Englewood is celebrating the dedication of their Veterans Military Memorial on Sunday, May 24th 2015 at 2:00 pm. The ceremony is in the new Fischer Auditorium at Englewood High School at 3800 South Logan Street. Additional parking is on the North side of the school by the athletic field. This is a celebration for all …

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Ghost Town Club of Colorado

Are you a western history fan looking for an active group of like-minded, fun-loving people? The Ghost Town Club of Colorado, based in Denver, has been committed to learning about and exploring all facets of western history for the past 57 years. This is accomplished by monthly programs on varied topics and member-led field trips …

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