Winston Downs Community Association

One Water Day 2025 Agenda is Live!
2025-06-20 09:00 - 18:00 (America/Denver) | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St, Denver, Colorado
Just Announced: One Water Day 2025 Agenda is Live! Tickets are $60 to attend.

We’re excited to announce the official One Water Day is now live! Join us on Friday, June 20, at the Denver Botanic Gardens for a full day of connection, collaboration and conversations at the intersection of water, sustainability and community.
This year’s One Water Day agenda brings together public and private leaders from across the region to explore stormwater and the urban ecosystem, highlighting the benefits of integrated stormwater management and collaboration across utilities
Tickets to One Water Day may be purchased as an add-on to the Watershed Summit. Ticket price $60.00
Registration includes access to the Watershed Summit in the afternoon, happy hour and full access to Denver Botanic Gardens on June 20. Lunch may be purchased as an add-on to registration.

Register Today

DENVER DAYS July 26 - August 3 2025
2025-07-26 - 2025-08-03
Planning to host a Denver Days residential block party? Don’t wait! Up to 50 residential block party applications on a first-come, first-served basis will be approved. Please submit your gathering permit and Denver Days application TODAY! All instructions are found in the tabs below.
Questions? Contact us at denverdays@denvergov.org.

Denver's Back to School Fest! August 2
2025-08-02 10:00 - 14:00 | National Western Center, 4797 National Western Dr., Denver, CO, 80216
You’re Invited: Denver’s Back to School Fest
Two of our community’s most cherished back-to-school events are joining forces for one incredible celebration. The Silva Family Foundation’s Back to School Festival at Sloan’s Lake and Birdseed Collective’s celebration at GES are teaming up with Denver Days to host a citywide event designed to support families and students as they head into a new school year.
Join us for a fun, resource-filled day that brings our community together!
Saturday, August 2, 2025
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
National Western Center, 4797 National Western Dr., Denver, CO. 80216
This FREE, family-friendly event is brought to you by Denver Human Rights & Community Partnerships, the Denver Mayor’s Office, the Silva Family Foundation, the National Western Center, Birdseed Collective, and the Denver Fire Department.
With heartfelt gratitude, we also thank our incredible sponsors, Comcast and FirstBank, for your generous support and commitment to our community.
You can expect:
Free backpacks and school supplies for students
Health and wellness resources
City and community resources
Live music and performances
Fun games and activities for all ages
We’re bringing together city agencies, nonprofits, and community partners to support Denver families with everything they need to start the school year strong.
Help us spread the word! Everyone is welcome, and no registration is required.
Learn more: denvergov.org/denverdays

Denver Sustainable Food Policy Council Monthly Meeting
2025-08-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Via Zoom, Denver
Join us for the Denver Sustainable Food Policy Council monthly meeting.

Tuesday, August 19, 2025
9 a.m.-11 a.m.
Location: ZOOM
All meetings are open to the public and include Spanish language interpretation.

Register Here when meeting is held online, no need to register for in-person meetings. In person meeting locations will be posted on Slack and the SFPC Google calendar one week in advance.
All past meeting materials can be found on our website, or our Slack channel. Please join us on the new SFPC Slack for news, updates, and announcements.
Questions or comments? Send us an email: denversfpc@gmail.com

District 5 Fall Clean Up Day
2025-09-28 08:30 - 17:00 | Montclair Rec Center, 729 Ulster Way, Denver, CO, 80230, United States
Our 2025 Fall Community Clean-Up Day is this month! We need your help to keep our cherished parks and neighborhoods beautiful. Participants can choose to do one or both of the following volunteer activities:

Re-painting bus stop benches: Help clean and put a fresh coat of paint on bus stop benches in District 5.
Parks and open space clean-up: Spruce up half of city-owned parks and open spaces in District 5.

Fall Community Clean-Up Day will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 8:30 a.m.! Meet at the Montclair Recreation Center (729 Ulster Way) to grab supplies, breakfast, coffee or juice, and meet Councilwoman Sawyer. Sign-up at: bit.ly/FallCleanup2025.
The parks and open spaces being cleaned on September 28 are:

6th Ave Parkway (Colorado Blvd to Monaco Pkwy)
City of Ulaanbaatar Park (5th Ave between Rosalyn & Syracuse in Lowry)
Cranmer Park
Crescent Park
Crestmoor Park
Jacobs Park
James N Manley Park
Lowry Sports Park
Monaco Pkwy (E Colfax to 6th Ave)
Pulaski Park

The bus stops that will be re-painted on September 28 are:

1st Ave & University Blvd
E Bound – 11th Ave & Spruce Ct
E Bound – 11th Ave & Willow St
E Bound – 6th Ave & Lafayette St
E Bound – Colfax Ave & Bellaire St
E Bound – Colfax Ave & Cherry St
E Bound – Colfax Ave & Monaco Pkwy
N Bound – Colorado Blvd & 14th Ave
N Bound – Colorado Blvd & 6th Ave
S Bound – Monaco Pkwy & 6th Ave
W Bound – 1st Ave & University Blvd
W Bound – 6th Ave & Quebec St
W Bound – Mississippi Ave & S Oneida St
W Bound – Mississippi Ave & Valentia St
W Bound – Monaco Pkwy & 6th Ave

I hope to see you on September 28!

Next Denver DA Community Academy
2025-10-04 10:00 - 15:30 | Blair Caldwell Branch Library, 2401 Welton Street, Denver, CO
Join Us for Our Next Denver DA Community Academy
Our next Community Academy is scheduled for Saturday, October 4th, 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and will be held at the Blair Caldwell Branch Library, 2401 Welton Street in Denver.
Please join us as DA Walsh shares his vision and priorities for the Denver District Attorney’s Office. Additionally, you’ll hear from several other key members of the DA’s Office, who will explain what they do and why they do it, and provide a detailed look at some major cases that we have recently prosecuted. There will also be plenty of time throughout the day for questions from audience members. It is our hope that, at the end of the day, you’ll leave with a greater understanding of the criminal justice system and the many dedicated people who make it work.
Please join us. Register online here

Park Hill Park Opening - Open to Public
2025-10-28 15:30 - 18:00 | Park Hill Park, 4141 E. 35th Ave, Denver, CO

ELECTION DAY
2025-11-04
Key deadlines for the 2025 election

Last recommended day to return ballots by mail: Monday, October 27, 2025.
Last day to register and receive a ballot by mail: Monday, October 27, 2025.
Election Day: Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
Final deadline for all ballots: All ballots, whether mailed or dropped off, must be received by the Denver Elections Division by 7 p.m. on Election Day, November 4, 2025. Postmarks do not count.

Ballot drop off box located at Cook Park, 7100 Cherry Creek So. Dr., Denver 80224 – Best access due to construction is from S. Quebec and you can exit going north via Monaco or return to Quebec traffic light.

COUNCIL DISTRICT 5 PARKS CLEAN UP & BUS STOP REPAINTING
2026-04-19 08:30 - 14:00
SEEKING VOLUNTEERS
Our 2026 Spring Community Clean-Up Day is coming up later this month! We need your help to keep our cherished parks and neighborhoods beautiful. Participants can choose to do one or both of the following volunteer activities:

Re-painting bus stop benches: Help clean and put a fresh coat of paint on bus stop benches in District 5. April 19- Three located in Winston Downs
Parks and open space clean-up: Spruce up half of city-owned parks and open spaces in District 5. April 19

Spring Community Clean-Up Day will be held on Sunday, April 19 at 8:30 a.m. Meet at the Montclair Recreation Center (729 Ulster Way) to grab supplies, breakfast, coffee or juice, and meet Councilwoman Sawyer! Sign up at: bit.ly/D5SpringCleanup2026.
The parks and open spaces being cleaned on April 19 are:

6th Ave Parkway (Monaco to Quebec)
Bayaud Park – Bayaud / Syracuse
Cherry Creek Trail and City of Karmiel Park (University Blvd to Alameda Ave)
Denison Park – Quebec St and Richthofen Pl
Great Lawn Park – 101 N Yosemite St, near Verbina
John W. Barnes (Greens) Park – Quebec west side from 6th Ave to 3rd Ave
Kittredge Park – 851 N Olive St, near 8th Ave
Lindsley Park – 4601 E. Hale Pkwy,
Mayfair Park – 1000 Ivy St, near 10th Ave / Jersey
Montclair Park and Richthofen Parkway – near 12th Ave/Newport
Robinson Park – 3rd Ave/Fairfax

The bus stops that will be re-painted shown in purple are in Winston Downs. Painting on April 19 are:

E Bound – Alameda Ave & Miami Ct (near gas station on Monaco/Alameda)
W Bound – Alameda Ave & S Dayton St
W Bound – Alameda Ave & S Monaco Pkwy
E Bound – Alameda Ave & Quebec St
S Bound – Quebec St & 13th Ave
W Bound – Alameda Ave & Clinton St – Windsor Gardens
E Bound – Alameda Ave & S Niagara St

Winston Downs Annual Meeting
2026-04-21 18:30 - 20:30
Winston Downs Community Association – Annual Meeting & Board Elections
This meeting is held in person and is open to all WD residents and homeowners. 560 S Monaco Pkwy. Discussions about neighborhood issues, special guest speakers and elections of new board members. Board elections are done on a staggered basis to ensure continuity. Board meets once a month usually via Zoom. Board terms are 2 years.
All residents welcome to Annual Meeting/Board Election April 21 – in-person meeting.
Details follow via eNews and we’ll place yard sign reminders.
Membership is required for serving on the board. If interested in serving on the Board, please email info@winstondowns.org with subject line INTERESTED IN SERVING ON BOARD OR BECOMING A COMMITTEE CHAIR OR MEMBER. Membership is not required to attend as a guest. Membership is not required to chair or participate on committees. Committees: Safety, Communications, News Delivery (to every occupied home), Clean Up Efforts/Beautification, Social Events
Membership is $20/per household/per calendar year. For more info go to http://www.winstondowns.org/membership
630pm registration/sign in and mingling
700pm meeting/elections

Denver Elections Job Fair April 23
2026-04-23 09:00 - 17:00 | Denver Clerk & Recorder/Elections, 200 W. 14th Ave, Denver, CO
Elections Jobs

If you feel the call of civic responsibility, Denver Elections is just the place for you!
Our 2026 Job Fair is happening at 9 a.m. on April 23 at the Denver Clerk & Recorder Atrium, 200 W. 14th Ave.
Positions available include VSPC judges, ballot processing judges, customer service positions, and many others! Most assignments are Monday through Friday, with some Saturdays required. Assignments pay between $19.50 and $23.50 an hour.

Denver Resilient Landscapes - Come Learn
2026-04-25 10:00 - 12:00
Weigh in on Denver Resilient Landscapes project:
Attendees will also have the chance to provide feedback on draft recommendations for landscaping on new development, including new tree preservation requirements and turfgrass limitations.
Date: Saturday, April 25
Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: CSU Spur, Hydro building, Confluence Theater, 4777 National Western Dr, Denver, CO 80216
There is a $15 parking fee at the venue. If you drive, be sure to register using the button below and receive a free parking voucher.
Register for this free event today!
Additional event details: Coffee and brunch will be provided. All ages are welcome. We are happy to provide any language interpretation or accessibility accommodation such as CART services upon request.
See full schedule and details at Denvergov.org/landscape. For questions, reach out to Michelle.Corl@Denvergov.org.

Announcing Denver DA Community Academy Spring 2026
2026-05-09 10:00 - 15:30 | Blair Caldwell Branch Library, 2401 Welton Street, Denver, CO
Join Us for Our Next Denver DA Community Academy
Our next Community Academy is scheduled for Saturday, May 9th, 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and will be held at the Blair Caldwell Branch Library, 2401 Welton Street in Denver.
Please join us as DA Walsh shares his vision and priorities for the Denver District Attorney’s Office. Additionally, you’ll hear from several other key members of the DA’s Office, who will explain what they do and why they do it, and provide a detailed look at some major cases that we have recently prosecuted. There will also be plenty of time throughout the day for questions from audience members. It is our hope that, at the end of the day, you’ll leave with a greater understanding of the criminal justice system and the many dedicated people who make it work.
Please join us. Register online here

Here is what our attendees from previous sessions had to say:
“Topics, their times, and the speakers were very good. These academies just keep getting better & better!”
“Denver is extremely fortunate to have such a qualified DA staff. The day of presentations was one of the best trainings I’ve attended.”
“Thank you for hosting a terrific community academy to educate the public about the important work and detailed processes conducted on a daily basis.”
“Great space for the meeting — welcoming team — John met every attendee.”

Our attendees are always attentive and engaged

Assistant DA Darryl Shockley gives an overview of the DA’s office

Anthony Santos & Kelsey Tipps shared the insights into prosecuting the Ma Kaing case.
