Category: Weld County Latest News

Jogging Partners With Christmas Spirit

FCA Endurance NoCO a Fellowship of Christian Athletes group meets Friday mornings for a jog around Windsor Lake. Afterwards, they get together at Coffeehouse 29 in Windsor for Bible Study. The Christmas season this year gave cause for the group to take on a Community Project to support and serve the 6.8 Organization’s “Adopt A …

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Take Advantage…

And, become a member of the Ad Bob Larson – vantage 50 Club. Under the direction of Flo Mikkelson, Advantage 50 Club Administrator, a long time friend of the senior community, lunches, member get togethers, theatre events, casino trips and many more exciting activities are planned, carried out with loads of fun resulting. The more …

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A Chance Meeting!

By Michael Buckley, Assoc.Publisher Leaving a Greeley Subway; a man busily and intently carving caught my attention. His tools were laid out before him. Tim Schuette, originally from Wisconsin; a Greeley resident since 1972, took a break to chat. Tim’s creative talents include pottery, carving, and wood turning. Carving is a passion. He said, “Wood …

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Reclaimed Art Auction & Film Festival

Assistance League of Greeley is extremely grateful to everyone who made RAAFF a success! Patrons bid on 66 amazing art creations donated by 42 talented artists. RAAFF depended on their time, talent and resources! We appreciate the local businesses who placed ads, donated and supported the event. Patrons voted for their favorite art to raise …

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Greeley Chorale, Toys For Tots Team Up At Holiday Concert

The Greeley Chorale and Toys for Tots are teaming up for the inaugural “Holiday Cheer for Children” toy drive in conjunction with the Chorale’s holiday concert. On Saturday, December 14, join the Chorale for an evening of holiday variety as Hometown Holiday takes the stage at 7:30 p.m., at Campus Commons Performance Hall. Toys for …

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South Dakota Adventure South Dakota Adventure

By Michael Buckley, Associate Publisher An adventure it was! The Milliken Senior Center, under the direction of Kathy Kindsfather, Town of Milliken Senior Coordinator & Special Events,  hosted a bus tour to Deadwood, SD. Patrick Harton was at the helm of The Colorado Coach Transportation Tour Bus. They carried out a professional, comfortable, safe & …

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Community Rallies to Help Paraplegic Korean War Veteran

Andy Short, 83-year-old Korean War Veteran from Frederick, became paralyzed October 2014 from a virus attacking his spinal cord leaving him confined to a wheelchair. His old wheelchair ramps were becoming dangerous and needed replaced. Since his only route from inside the home to the front driveway is down the back ramps, through the patio …

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Still Seeing Stars

The UCCC, 701 10th Ave., announces the spring 2020 lineup. With musical performances from country to folk, and theatrical performances from silly to inspiring, the UCCC prides itself on providing a diverse range of performances to Northern Colorado area.   “The Amazing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe” kicks off the season as local students perform this …

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UNC Opera Theatre Presents a Season of Changing the Narrative

University of Northern Colorado’s Opera Theatre is presenting Changing The Narrative, a season that celebrates women and feminism accumulating a spring production of Virgil Thomson’s The Mother of Us All. Starting off the season is an opera festival weekend including the world premiere of The Taming, based on Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, composed …

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A Salute to Veterans

City of Greeley Golf is saluting veterans and active militarily with a new tournament. A Salute to Veterans golf tournament will be held at Boomerang Links Golf Course, 7309 4th St., Monday, November 11, 2019, with a shotgun start at 10 a.m. Tournament format is an 18 hole, two-person scramble with cash prizes given to …

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Organize Your Medical Information

As many people and caregivers know, there is an awful lot of information and paperwork that accumulates after a diagnosis and throughout treatment and survivorship. So what information is essential to keep? And what is the best way to keep it all organized? Here’s a partial list of important medical information to keep: • Complete …

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Senior Helpers Greeley, Updates Website

Senior Helpers Greeley is pleased to announce it has released a new comprehensive website designed to explain their services, service areas and staffing opportunities. The areas served include Greeley, Evan, Garden City, Fort Collins, Loveland, Wellington, and Windsor. The Senior Helpers Greeley team offers a complete suite of programs and services that support aging-in-place. Whether …

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