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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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Ms. Colorado Senior America Pageant Looking For Contestants

The 2015 Ms. Colorado Senior America Pageant is on June 27, at the Performing Arts Complex, Pinnacle Charter School, 1001 West 84th Ave., Denver. The Ms. Colorado Senior America Pageant is a non-profit organization created to honor women with extraordinary talent and achievements who have reached the “Age of Elegance” (60 plus), and who would love to continue …

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Senior Community Service Employment Program

AARP Foundation SCSEP (Senior Community Service Employment Program) of Denver held their SENIOR EXPO 2015 at the Blair Caldwell Library on March 12th. It was a great success. The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is the nation’s oldest program to help low-income, unemployed individuals aged 55+ find work. AARP Foundation first matches eligible older …

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Ms. Colorado Senior America Pageant

Applications for contestants are now being accepted for the Ms. Colorado Senior America Pageant to be held on Saturday, June 27, at the Performing Arts Complex, Pinnacle Charter School, 1001 West 84th Avenue, Denver. “Sharon Nuanes has had a year of magical performances and activities with an unbridled spirit of volunteerism; and served her reign …

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Senior Boutique Living

So, what exactly is all the buzz about ‘Senior Boutique Living?’ This phrase is actually a new concept in senior living… a vibrant lifestyle designed to provide up-scale, maintenance-free, independent living with a focus on hospitality, amenities, wellness, social and cultural activities. In August 2014, one of the earliest pioneers of 55+ senior boutique living …

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Dumb Friends League Furry Scurry® Dog Walk

Take a spring stroll to help homeless pets on May 2nd The Dumb Friends League Furry Scurry dog walk returns to Washington Park for its 22nd year on Saturday, May 2. This Fido-friendly Colorado classic brings together thousands of pets and people for one common goal—to help homeless animals in our community. Animal lovers and …

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Poundstone: Live In Concert

Stand-up comedienne Paula Poundstone comes to Denver to put her own unique spin on life in a special benefit for public television station CPT12. She averages 45 weeks on the road a year with appearances at concert venues and colleges across the country. Because of her improvisational approach and her ability to relate to the …

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Free Tax Help Offered

Jefferson County Public Library ( JCPL) will offer free tax preparation assistance to individuals who require help filing their tax returns through April 15. “This is a great resource for Jefferson County residents,” said Pam Nissler. “Through this long-standing partnership with AARP, we’re able to help thousands of people with their tax returns every year. …

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Broadway Songs, Skits, & Fashion at ARVADA Senior Connection

The March 30th Senior Connection show will be held at the Arvada Center at 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. Easy to find, the Arvada Center has plenty of free parking near the entrance. Admission is free for this full day of entertainment, fashion show, activities and information. Guests can win door prizes by playing the roulette wheel. Activities …

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Senior Softball Readies for 2015 Season

By Stan Harbour; CSSA The Colorado Senior Softball Association (CSSA) is preparing for the 2015 season. Teams planning to play should submit registration forms no later than March 24th. CSSA, a nonprofit, organizes and manages a softball league as a means for recreation and exercise for seniors, 50 and up. Teams play through recreation and …

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