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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Dec 17 2019
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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Dec 10 2019
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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Dec 03 2019
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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Nov 26 2019
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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Nov 19 2019
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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Nov 12 2019
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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Nov 05 2019
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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Oct 29 2019
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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Oct 22 2019
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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Oct 15 2019
Physical Therapy Groups Create Benchmarks Value-Based Care
New report designed to help improve patients’ quality of care and establish baseline metrics for determining the value of physical therapy. A group of physical therapy stakeholders – making up the Physical Therapy Industry (PTI) Outcome Workgroup – released a new report that establishes benchmarks of quality care in the field of physical therapy. As …
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Oct 08 2019
RSVP Porch Sale
Retired Seniors Volunteer Program members teamed up to sponsor a fund raising event which featured an array of handmade scarves, afghans, pot holders, hook rugs, mittens, hats, attractive and creative embroidery, delicious homemade bakery and much more. RSVP invites adults age 55 and up to use their experience and skills to answer the call of …
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