By Richard Griess We’ve all seen the bumper sticker: ‘A bad day fishin’ beats a good day at work.’ Chances are, most people can relate. But what about the retired old codger or codgerette – good day at work doesn’t apply. Now a bad day fishin’ becomes a little more meaningful. In the words of …
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Apr 28 2020
Advantage 50 Club At First Advantage Bank
Are you looking for fun activities to enjoy and good fellowship; then membership in the Advantage 50 Club program at First Advantage Bank in Greeley is for you. Activities for the group are geared towards people 50 and Better. They have monthly meetings. And lunch at an area restaurant. The members like to refer to …
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Apr 21 2020
Having Fun In Central City
By Michael Buckley, Assoc. Publisher Kathy Kindsfather, Town of Milliken Senior Coordinator & Special Events arranged with Colorado Coach Transportation Tour Bus owner Patrick Harton to take a group of seniors to Central City for a day of fun and enjoyment. Travel to & from was most pleasant. Those traveling shared conversations varying in subject …
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Apr 14 2020
Friendly Fork still serving!
Governor Jared Polis issued a StayAt-Home order for Colorado. Thankfully Weld County Senior Nutrition Program meals are considered an essential service and still provides a take-out/drive through service. There are 13 participating meal sites as well as the 2 temporary meal sites. Our senior housing facilities are currently closed to the public. Please pass on …
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Apr 07 2020
11th Annual Film Festival
The Weld County Area Agency on Aging hosts its 11th annual film festival in recognition of Older American’s Month for May. We are happy to announce that we again show the films on 2 days. This year’s short films, that honor the joys, challenges, and opportunities facing later life, on Tuesday, May 19 and Wednesday, …
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Mar 31 2020
Kindness In Windsor
One week each year is being designated “Windsor Kindness Week.” This is an opportunity to enrich the community by promoting and initiating random acts of kindness like… Be nice to a senior citizen, Pay it forward, Thank a first responder, veteran, police officer, fireman, Be kind to your neighbor; just to name a few. Recently …
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Mar 24 2020
Good Samaritan Water Valley in Windsor Announces New Facility
The Good Samaritan Society – Water Valley Senior Living Resort is quite excited to announce the opening of their new assisted living and memory care community. Recently, Good-Sam hosted open houses for professionals, businesses, vendors and the general public. Everyone was invited to tour the new community and were treated to refreshments, unique & delicious …
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Mar 17 2020
Eaton Parks and Recreation New Executive Director
The Eaton Area Parks and Recreation District is pleased to have Brian Stone as their New Executive Director. Brian comes from the City of Evans where for the last 22 years he served as Recreation Coordinator. Brian was born in Greeley. He called Keenesburg, Colorado home until he went off to college in 1994; eventually …
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Mar 10 2020
Women’s History Month
Every year March is designated Women’s History Month by Presidential proclamation. The month is set aside to honor women’s contributions in American history. Did You Know? Women’s History Month started as Women’s History Week? Women’s History Month began as a local celebration in Santa Rosa, California. The Education Task Force of the Sonoma County (California) …
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Mar 03 2020
Resource Fair In Eaton
Health-based organizations, companies, businesses and individuals recently joined together at the Eaton Community Center and presented various options, products and services for seniors seeking a healthier lifestyle. Representatives were on-hand to answer questions about home healthcare, banking services, mobility assistance, end of life preparations, senior assisted-living communities, transportation and a variety of additional senior assistance …
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Feb 25 2020
WindSong at Northridge Obtains Prestigious Professional Designation
WindSong at Northridge is proud to announce their certification as a Credentialed Montessori Inspired Lifestyle Memory Care Community. This accreditation signifies that the owners, administrators, and staff of WindSong at Northridge have adopted the Montessori Inspired Lifestyle as their signature method for delivering exceptionally high quality of life for their residents in memory care. All …
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Feb 25 2020
Windsor Police Department Partners with Larimer Humane Society on Lost and Rescued Pets
Starting this year, the Town of Windsor Police Department is working with the Larimer Humane Society (LHS), located at 3501 E. 71st St. in Loveland, to address issues of lost, abused or stray pets. Windsor Police urges residents to call their non-emergency line to report stray or missing animals. Do not approach an unknown animal, …
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