Jun 17 2015
On April 25th, Larimer County Natural Resources and volunteers worked together to spring clean and prepare areas for summer guests and visitors to recreation areas in Larimer County. Staff and over 136 Northern Colorado Comcast employees celebrated Comcast Cares Day at Pinewood Reservoir Campground to finish renovation projects before the grand re-opening. Volunteers cut over …
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Jun 12 2015
In tribute to seniors, the Larimer County Office on Aging held their annual Older American Month Awards ceremony on May 14. Ginny Riley, Director of the County’s Human Services Department, presented several awards for the senior volunteer of the year, family caregiver of the year, and a special 25 year service award. The annual senior …
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May 26 2015
The League of Women Voters of Larimer County presented a public forum on “Affordable Housing for Seniors: Facing A Crisis?” in April at the Harmony Library in Fort Collins. According to the latest demographic profile for Larimer County, Colorado’s population of 65 and older adults will increase by 166% between 2010 and 2040. By 2036, the …
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May 19 2015
All tickets are now on sale for Visit Loveland’s Rock’n Western Rendezvous – Stock, Rock and BBQ Festival, coming to The Ranch Events Complex on May 30-31. All tickets available at www.RocknWR.com, 877-544-TIXX (8499) and at Budweiser Events Center Box Office. Visit www.RocknWR.com for more information on the event. On Sunday, the world’s best BBQers …
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May 14 2015
by Brad Hoopes Marking the 70th anniversary of the end of the war, The Veterans Plaza honors WWII veterans this Memorial Day weekend. We start things off on Friday May 22nd, by planting 4085 flags – one flag for every 100 serviceman lost in the war. That evening, a children’s choir sings, 21 Gun Salute, prayer & Taps, and then showing a movie under the stars …
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May 14 2015
Nurse Next Door is proud to introduce the Dream On Seniors Wish Foundation to Colorado. Dream On has been described as the “Make a Wish” foundation for seniors. Many lucky seniors up north have already been granted wishes that were once thought out of reach and Nurse Next Door’s Dream On Foundation is hoping to …
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Apr 30 2015
by Michael Buckley Says Julian “Westy” Oliver, 10 years old and a Colorado native. Westy feels he was also born to be a cowboy singer and poet. A home educated student who really likes learning; especially all kinds of history. He enjoys riding horses, 4-H, ranch work, hiking and playing music. He practices playing music …
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Apr 22 2015
In Larimer County, the population over age 65 will grow 140% and retiree spending will almost TRIPLE over the next 20 years. The Larimer County Summit on Aging, Thursday, May 7th 2015 (8:30 am – 4:30 pm) at the Fort Collins Senior Center, will pave the way for understanding how this major demographic shift will affect …
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Apr 14 2015
The Loveland Family History Center is hosting an all-day Free genealogy seminar on April 25 for local genealogists and family historians. The 2nd annual Family History Fair’s theme, “Loveland 2015 Family Discovery Day” from 8 am until 5 pm. The City of Loveland is proclaiming April 25th as Family History Day. Mayor Cecil Gutierrez will address …
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Apr 10 2015
May is Older Americans Month, a perfect opportunity to show our appreciation for the older adults and caregivers in our community. Since 1963, communities across the nation have come together to celebrate Older Americans Month—a proud tradition that shows our nation’s commitment to recognizing the contributions and achievements of older Americans. The Larimer County Office …
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Mar 31 2015
Recycling, reuse and remanufacturing have positive economic impacts on the state’s economy, according to a study commissioned by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The study found the following benefits from the waste diversion industry: • It sustains more than 85,000 jobs. • State and local tax revenues generated from waste diversion activities …
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Mar 24 2015
The networking group made up of various professionals serving the area senior community recently gathered at the Green House Homes at Mirasol (pictured l-r: Dawn Mathis, Realtor; Lisa Bryant, Marketing Coordinator; Debby Ahrens, Administrator). Folks began to gather around 7:30 a.m. A delicious breakfast was served. The meeting got underway a bit after 8:00 a.m. …
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