Jul 05 2017
You don’t have to spend a lot of money doing online genealogy research. There are many free websites available in the U.S. and other countries. The Family History Library, www.familysearch.org, includes many indexes, pedigree files, and the Family History Library catalog. U.S. records include state and federal census records. You can search the library catalog, note the microfilm …
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Jun 06 2017
An often overlooked resource for research is lineage societies. Find fellow descendants of your ancestors, share research, or find that missing link through lineage societies. There seems to be one for every war or important event in history. There are several major lineage societies that have specialized collections of genealogical information. It is worth investigating …
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May 30 2017
June 24, 2017: a day of celebration fun for the whole family! The American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life is from 6 p.m.-10 p.m. on the track at Mountain View High School, 3500 Mountain Lion Dr., Loveland. Join us at 6 p.m. for our Opening Ceremony. Then stick around for fun, food, music, games, and …
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Feb 23 2017
Since 2006, Colorado State University’s Center for Public Deliberation (CPD) has successfully assisted hundreds of seniors and other residents in Northern Colorado in over 50 community projects. Programs in Fort Collins and Loveland included senior transportation, affordable housing, summit on aging, senior candidate’s forums, diversity and inclusion, intergenerational UniverCity connections, mental health, and numerous other …
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Jan 24 2017
The CSU Larimer County Extension responds to local needs and issues in several vital areas: family and consumer issues, horticulture, agriculture, food safety and nutrition, 4-H youth development resource management, small acreage management, and community safety issues. A recent luncheon was hosted by the Larimer County Extension held at The The Larimer County Conference Center, …
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Dec 30 2016
In October, Larimer County Office on Aging honored family caregivers who graduated from the Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes in 2016. Fifty-five students and speakers attended the annual Toast to Caregivers at the Lodge at MacKenzie Place in Fort Collins. Alan Heileman, MacKenzie Sales Manager and a class facilitator gave the introduction followed by Alan Arnette, …
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Dec 13 2016
Last month, several organizations in Larimer County gave tribute to our veterans. Thrivent Financial and Adamson Funeral Services held their annual Veterans Family Fair and tailgate party at the Embassy Suites in Loveland. Over 400 people including veterans, their families, and exhibitors attended the event. Veteran’s Family Fair. Over 25 exhibitors showed military or veteran …
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Dec 08 2016
At November’s Senior Network meeting, four speakers discussed grandparents raising their grandchildren. This program highlighted a unique group of caregivers that are often overlooked, a group that continues to grow locally and throughout the nation. These caregivers experience a unique set of challenges. Nancy Mendoza, Human Development student at CSU in Fort Collins, Suzanna Hetchler, Seniors …
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Oct 18 2016
Thrivent Financial and Adamson Funeral and Cremation Services are hosting the 2nd annual Tailgate to Veterans Day & Family Fair! It is on Sunday, November 6 from noon to 3 pm at the Embassy Suites in Loveland. Festivities include a live band, family activities such as face painting, balloon tying, magicians, and a military tank …
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Oct 13 2016
At September’s Senior Network meeting in Fort Collins, Jill Couch with Pro 31 Safe Senior Driver gave an informative presentation on evaluating senior drivers. Her company reaches out to many senior and professional groups on educating the public about safe senior driving and helping or evaluating seniors with their driving abilities. National Highway Traffic Safety …
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Jul 19 2016
Loveland resident Haiko Eichler recently participated in the Rocky Mountain Senior Games 80 to 84 age group. Haiko took part in both the Javelin and Shot Put events. His achievements in both contests were impressive. Haiko was born and raised in Berlin, Germany. In Berlin, he joined the Police Officer ranks. Berthoud, Colorado became home …
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Jun 21 2016
Boulder Walk and Bike Month, celebrating its 40th anniversary this June, hosts more than 60 events this year. And, Seniors on Bikes – or SOBs as they call themselves – host a number of social rides that begin in Boulder and travel country roads to reach destinations such as Loveland, Berthoud, and Lyons. The SOBs …
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