Important: Comment on the Draft Park Hill Golf Course Area Plan by Aug 23
2022-08-23 | CO
Important: Comment on the Draft Area Plan by Aug 23
No later than August 23, we need your voice to continue the fight to preserve the PHGC land conservation easement and open space. Here are the steps for making comments on the CPD Draft Area Plan:

Use this link to access the CPD webpage: https://denvergov.org/Government/Agencies-Departments-Offices/Agencies-Departments-Offices-Directory/Community-Planning-and-Development/Planning/Plans-in-Progress/Park-Hill-Golf-Course/Park-Hill-Golf-Course-Area-Plan-Public-Review-Draft
Click on the words “comment form” and proceed to make your comments.

Please make general comments about the need to preserve the perpetual open space and recreational conservation easement and the overall sham CPD process that has resulted in this draft area plan.
If you’d like to include any details from our critique of the CPD process: (1) go to our website yesopenspace.org, (2) click on the “News” dropdown, and (3) click on “Community Planning and Development Sham Process.”

Weigh in on Design Challenges for ADU's
2022-08-25 16:30 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Carla Madiso Rec Cener, 2401 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO, 80206
Denver Community Planning and Development will host an open house starting Thursday, August 25 for Denver residents to weigh in on design challenges for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as well as ways they could better fit into different neighborhoods. Participants will also be asked to consider a variety of possible solutions. Feedback from the open house will be used to inform the project’s draft recommendations, expected to be released in the fall. Details are below.

Join in person!
4:45 – 7:15 p.m., Thursday, August 25
Carla Madison Recreation Center
2401 E. Colfax Ave.,
Denver, CO 80206
Please RSVP here and choose your entry time slot

Join online!
August 26 – September 2
View materials and share your thoughts on the project webpage

McNichols Exhibits Sep1-Dec 18,2022
2022-09-01 08:00 - 2022-12-18 17:00 | CO
The McNichols Civic Center Building exhibitions are free and open to the public daily from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Location: 144 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80202
Fall Exhibitions:
Margaret Kasahara: Notable (McNichols Building, First Floor Community Gallery), Sept. 1-Dec. 18. “Notable” is an exhibition of interdisciplinary work inspired by everyday experiences and observations – from familiar routine to extraordinary events. The pieces were created in the spirit of sharing personal perspectives and seeing familiar objects in unexpected ways. https://www.mcnicholsbuilding.com/exhibitions/detail/margaret-kasahara–notable-
Nizhóní Way: New Works by Melanie Yazzie (McNichols Building, Boettcher Cultural Pavilion, Second Floor), Sept. 9-Dec. 18. This exhibition is a collection of new mixed media works with various levels of printmaking layered with painting and drawing. As an artist, Melanie Yazzie works to serve as an agent of change by encouraging others to learn about the social, cultural and political phenomena that shape the lives of contemporary Native peoples in the United States and beyond. Her work incorporates personal experiences as well as the events and symbols from Diné (Navajo) culture. https://www.mcnicholsbuilding.com/exhibitions/detail/nizh-n–way–new-works-by-melanie-yazzie
The Red Road Project (McNichols Building, Third Floor), Sept. 9-Dec. 18. This collaborative exhibition explores Native American identities, stories and experiences through a first-person narrative while depicting an accurate representation of American Indian people living in 21st century, post-colonial America. https://www.mcnicholsbuilding.com/exhibitions/detail/portrait-of-a-culture

McNichols Civic Center Building Exhibits-Free
2022-09-15 08:00 - 2022-12-18 17:00 | CO
The McNichols Building exhibitions are free and open to the public daily from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Location: 144 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80202
Fall Exhibitions:
Margaret Kasahara: Notable (McNichols Building, First Floor Community Gallery), Sept. 1-Dec. 18. “Notable” is an exhibition of interdisciplinary work inspired by everyday experiences and observations – from familiar routine to extraordinary events. The pieces were created in the spirit of sharing personal perspectives and seeing familiar objects in unexpected ways. https://www.mcnicholsbuilding.com/exhibitions/detail/margaret-kasahara–notable-
Nizhóní Way: New Works by Melanie Yazzie (McNichols Building, Boettcher Cultural Pavilion, Second Floor), Sept. 9-Dec. 18. This exhibition is a collection of new mixed media works with various levels of printmaking layered with painting and drawing. As an artist, Melanie Yazzie works to serve as an agent of change by encouraging others to learn about the social, cultural and political phenomena that shape the lives of contemporary Native peoples in the United States and beyond. Her work incorporates personal experiences as well as the events and symbols from Diné (Navajo) culture. https://www.mcnicholsbuilding.com/exhibitions/detail/nizh-n–way–new-works-by-melanie-yazzie
The Red Road Project (McNichols Building, Third Floor), Sept. 9-Dec. 18. This collaborative exhibition explores Native American identities, stories and experiences through a first-person narrative while depicting an accurate representation of American Indian people living in 21st century, post-colonial America. https://www.mcnicholsbuilding.com/exhibitions/detail/portrait-of-a-culture

Community Screening of Netflix: "Sisters on Track"
2022-09-17 13:00 - 16:30 | McNichols Civic Center
Panelists discuss the importance of mentorship for young women of color
Denver Arts & Venues is pleased to present a community screening of Netflix original, “Sisters on Track,” followed by a panel discussion about the value of mentorship for young women at McNichols Civic Center Building Sept. 17, 1 p.m. The panel will include film co-director Corinne van der Borch, impact team co-director Shanon Heckethorn, Jeuness Track Club founder Jean E. Bell and Girls Athletic Leadership School executive director Carol Bowar and a representative from Girls on the Run Rockies (TBA), and will be moderated by Stephanie Tavares-Rance, president of Run&Shoot Filmworks.
The event is free, but attendees are asked to register on Eventbrite.
“Sisters on Track” touches upon critical themes that affect our youth including the power of education, and how sports build confidence in girls.
“This film really showcases how much young women can achieve when they are not only given a chance, but also given encouragement and support,” said coach Jean E. Bell. “Through my nearly 40 years coaching through Jeuness Track Club, I have seen first-hand how much mentorship means to young women, giving them strength and helping them build the self-esteem it takes to make it in our world.”

Sprout City Farms: Farm and Solar Garden Technology Tours
2022-09-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Denver Green School, 6700 E Virginia Ave, Denver, CO, 80224
Join Sprout City Farms and partners on Saturday September 17th from 5-7pm to see for yourself the trailblazing work SCF is doing as we grow production-scale vegetables under solar panels at Jack’s Solar Garden in Longmont. Meet our agrivoltaic research partners from Colorado State University, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, University of Arizona, and Colorado Agrivoltaic Learning Center to learn more about all the groundbreaking projects at Jack’s studying the impact of co-locating regenerative agriculture with renewable energy!
Guests will enjoy:

farm tours
a silent auction of local goods & experiences, plus a Booze Pull
live music from local band members of Distance Walk
a scrumptious menu of solar-grown fare prepared by Chef Sean Gafner of The Roost, featuring our farm-fresh produce and lamb from sheep grazed under solar panels
local drinks including cocktails from Laws Whiskey House, beer from Westfax Brewing Co., and cider from Colorado Cider Company!

Please join us in support of Sprout City Farms’ educational and food access programs: tickets can be purchased on our website here. $100 per person, plus $25 for “booze”
We have an educator discount! Please help us spread the word and invite your friends via our Facebook event and posts on Instagram!

WDCA Board Meeting
2022-09-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Via Zoom, Denver
Via Zoom – Open to residents of neighborhood.
Link is sent via eNews. To be added to list, you must provide name and address to be added to our neighborhood list.

5th Community Day at DGS Farm
2022-09-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Denver Green School, 6700 E Virginia Ave, Denver, CO, 80224
Mark your calendars! We will be having our fifth Community Day on Saturday, September 24 from 10am-12pm! Are you curious about plants and their medicinal applications? Join us for a workshop that explores our relationship to plants and how they can reconnect us with our bodies. Hosted by Mallory from Tend Herbal Medicine!

We will focus on:
Organoleptics and using our senses
Plants and the body
Basic energetics of medicinal plants

This is an interactive class that includes a tea tasting and herbal books for browsing. Please bring your own very small cup 😉
We will also have food tastings and kids activities including painting with natural dyes! We hope to see you there!
CLICK HERE for DGS Sprout City Farm Newsletter

9th Annual Hot Chocolate 15K/10K/5K Race
2022-10-02 07:00 - 17:00 | Washington Park, S Downing St at E Louisiana Ave, Denver, CO
Hot Chocolate 15K/10K/5K race, in Denver. The 9th Annual Hot Chocolate race includes a 15K, 10K and a 5K on Sunday, October 2, 2022. I wanted to reach out to you and provide some information regarding our event. PLEASE NOTE: The course has changed from Civic Center Park and will be held again in and around Washington Park. The race will start and finish in Washington Park, Denver.
Location: Start and Finish Washington Park, Denver
Date: Sunday, October 2, 2022
Start Times: 5K 7:00 AM ~ 10K and 15K 7:50 AM

RACE COURSE AND OTHER INFO: CLICK HERE

District 5 Parks Fall Clean Up Day
2022-10-02 08:00 - 09:30 | CO
The District 5 fall parks clean-up day is October 2nd from 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Please click here to sign-up.

Sign-up for Fall Parks Clean-up Day

The parks that will receive attention this fall are:
6th Avenue Parkway (Colorado Blvd to Monaco)
City of Ulaanbaatar Park
Cranmer Park
Crescent Park
Crestmoor Park
Greenway (Exposition to Tennessee Ave)
Lowry Sports Park
Monaco Parkway (East Colfax to 6th Ave)
Verbena Park

Coffee with a Cop
2022-10-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Nixon’s Coffeehoue, 695 E Lousiana, Denver, CO
Coffee with a Cop – Tuesday, Nixon’s Coffee House – Tuesday, October 4th from 10am to noon at 695 E. Louisiana (Washington at Lousiana)
Each first Tuesday, DPD District 3 offers opportunities to meet with a “COP”

District 3 Police Meetings
2022-10-04 18:00 - 20:00 | CO
Community Meetings with our District 3 Commander (CAB) are held at 6pm the first Tuesday of each month (except August or holidays/voting) – In Person at the District 3 Station – 1625 S. University Blvd Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate! Hosted by our District 3 Commander and our DPD District 3 Law Enforcement Leadership (CAB). Learn about crime stats and trends that affect our local neighborhoods. Questions and comments can be asked at the end of this meeting.

Solo Exhibition Buell Theatre Lobby
2022-10-15 08:00 - 2023-01-01 17:00 | Buell Theatre Lobby, 1350 Curtis Street,, Denver, CO, 80202
Danielle SeeWalker Solo Exhibition: You Can’t Have Our Braids (Buell Theatre lobby), Oct. 15-Jan. 1, 2023 A companion exhibition to “The Red Road Project,” Danielle SeeWalker’s solo exhibition showcases her original paintings, with mixed media works that merge expressionistic portraiture with her Lakota traditions. https://www.artscomplex.com/explore-the-complex/danielle-seewalker-solo-exhibition-you-cant-have-our-braids/
Buell Theatre lobby exhibitions are accessible to theatre patrons during events. If you would like to schedule a tour of the exhibit, please contact Shanna Shelby, Denver Arts & Venues program administrator and chief curator of exhibitions, at shanna.shelby@denvergov.org.
About Danielle SeeWalker
Danielle SeeWalker, a member of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe in North Dakota, is a Hunkpapa & Oglala Lakota artist, writer, and mother based in Denver, Colorado. She serves as a Commissioner with the Denver American Indian Commission and holds a career with a Fortune 500 company. Because of the historical stigma often associated with being Native American (particularly in North Dakota), Danielle often felt shame and hopelessness as a young girl. That experience has only fueled her passion and dedication to this project with hopes to inspire Native American youth, peers and future generations. Today, through her artwork, writing and lectures, Danielle continues to redirect the narrative to an accurate and insightful representation of contemporary Native America.

WORLD SINGING DAY
2022-10-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Denver Performing Arts Complex, 14th & Curtis Streets, Denver, CO, United States
DENVER – Singers of all backgrounds, ages and talent levels are invited to participate in Denver’s first gathering for World Singing Day – an annual, global celebration of one of the world’s oldest art forms.
Denver Arts & Venues will host Denver’s version of the event from 10 am to noon, Saturday October 15 at the Denver Performing Arts Complex (14th and Curtis Streets). This event is free and open to the public. Discounted $5 event parking will be available in the Arts Complex Parking Garage.
Started by Colorado musician Scott Johnson in 2012, the 3rd Saturday in October is designated as an opportunity for people all over the world to gather in a shared sense of unity through the universal language of music. For the 11th annual World Singing Day, Denver will join Boulder and Colorado Springs in Colorado, as part of more than 30 events currently on the World Singing Day schedule.

WDCA Board Meeting-October 2022
2022-10-18 18:00 - 20:30 | Via Zoom, Denver
Open to ALL neighborhood residents.
Via Zoom. Info is sent to those who have signed up to receive our eNews. To be added to eNews, you must provide name, address. Send request to info@winstondowns.org.

Safety for Winston Downs - A special meeting
2022-10-25 19:00 - 20:30 | BMH-BJ Synagogue, 560 S Monaco Pkwy - entry in back, Denver, CO, United States
Are you concerned about gunshots along Quebec, street racers, loud vehicles, safe practices for every homeowner?
Come join us for a special presentation – in person – on Tuesday October 25 at 7:00pm at BMH
Support with Denver Police District 3 and Denver Fire Station 19

Coats for Colorado Drive
2022-10-27 - 2022-11-30 | CO
Get Involved
For those in the Denver area, Coats for Colorado has become a longstanding and treasured holiday tradition. From volunteering and donating, to even hosting your own coat drive, find out how you can help bring warmth to those in need. To donate a jacket today, find a dropoff location near you.

You can also benefit Coats for Colorado all year long with your online shopping. Just go to https://smile.amazon.com/ch/84-1352214. From then on, any eligible purchase from Amazon will result in 0.5% going to Coats. To be eligible, you must start all future Amazon shopping from the smile.amazon.com page, so bookmark this page!
If you don’t have any used jackets to donate and would like to offer a coat, Coats for Colorado has an Amazon Wish list with purchase requests and suggestions.

LEAF DROP OCTOBER THROUGH DECEMBER 2
2022-10-27 - 2022-12-02 | CO
From the office of the Denver City Forester:
2022 has been a hot one. But the good news is, autumn is nearly here and soon the air will be crisp, sweaters will take over for t-shirts and your trees’ leaves will start to turn. Which then means your trees’ leaves will also begin to fall.
Do you have a plan? This “almost there” season is the perfect time to think ahead about what to do with your leaves. Luckily, Denver’s LeafDrop program is here to help, giving Denver residents an easy and free way to take care of their neighborhood and city.
Here are three easy ways you can turn your leaves into something helpful and keep them out of landfills.
1. CLAIM YOUR BAGS. Before raking up your leaves, use this coupon to pick up a pack of free compostable paper bags specifically for leaf collection. Free 5-packs of paper leaf bags are available at participating Denver-area Ace Hardware stores.
2. #COMPOSTINGCOLORS. While you’re raking up leaves, be sure to capture the beauty – and the bounty – of Denver in autumn by snapping a photo of your trees, leaves and LeafDrop bags. Learn how to participate in this year’s fall photo contest and use the hashtag #compostingcolors to be entered to win great prizes.
3. DROP OFF. Keep your raked leaves out of the landfill and compost them for free through Denver’s LeafDrop program.
Weekday sites will open to Denver residents Oct. 10 – Dec 2. Weekend drop-off sites will open Nov. 4 – Nov 20.
Remember, when dropping off your raked leaves, if you’re not using these compostable bags, use paper bags – they can be composted along with the leaves!
Check THIS LINK for where to drop off bagged leaves.

National Drug Take Back Program
2022-10-29 10:00 - 14:00 | CO
A national day to dispose of unused, expired and other drugs properly. If you flush down toilets and other water sources, these drugs are NOT removed from the water systems. Please use the proper locations to dispose of unwanted drugs properly. Please click on the link below to learn where to take your unwanted drugs.
https://www.dea.gov/takebackday
Once at this site, please scroll down to enter your zip code, county and city. Locations will be furnished where you may return expired and other drugs you want to properly dispose.

The Lowry Halloween Festival
2022-10-29 15:00 - 18:00 | CO
The Halloween Festival in Lowry Town Center is back this year! Get your costume together and come join us on Saturday, October 29, from 3-6 pm. You'll find lots of spooky family fun throughout the Lowry Town Center! Trick or
Treat at the Town Center businesses, learn tricks from the magician, design a balloon animal, paint a pumpkin, ride the mini train, and enjoy delightfully spooky music from the Wild Beautiful Orchestra. Stop by to say hello to the Schlessman Library librarians, the Lowry Elementary School PTO, and the Lowry Foundation.

This event is brought to you by the Lowry Town Center Merchants Association, Lowry Community Master Association (LCMA), and Lowry-based McIntosh Dentistry, and Lowry Pediatric Dental Health. Dr. McIntosh and Dr. Felton love Halloween, too (just be sure to brush afterward!)

Please note that Second Avenue will be closed in the Lowry Town Center - between Quebec and Roslyn - beginning early in the morning on Saturday, October 29th.

Police Community Meetings
2022-11-01 18:00 - 20:00 | CO

FREE Veterans Day Concert - Lowry's Eisenhower Chapel
2022-11-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Eisenhower Chapel, 293 Roslyn St, Denver, CO

WDCA Board Meeting November 2022
2022-11-15 19:00 - 21:00 | CO
Those on our eNews list will receive an invitation to attend via Zoom. We’ve gone back to Zoom to accommodate board members who travel.
If you are not on eNews, please email us at info@winstondowns.org. We require your email address, home address and name to be able to add you to our list.

Public Meeting: Crime Strategy -DPD District 3
2022-11-30 18:00 - 19:00 | CO
Community Crime Prevention Coalition Meeting- November 30th at 6pm at Wings Over the Rockies –
Chief Thomas is putting the public back in public safety and he’s inviting you to take part in Denver Police Department’s Community Crime Prevention Coalition. Join Chief Ron Thomas and District 3 Commander Carlos Aragon on Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 6 PM at Wings Over The Rockies for an informative and interactive meeting regarding plans to enhance safety in Denver Police District 3 and how you can help!

Wednesday Nov 30th at the Wings Over the Rockies from 6:00 to 7:00 pm dubbed a CSB, Crime Strategy Briefing.
Address: 7711 E Academy Blvd, Denver, CO 80230
Parking is free though a bit limited during dinner hours. All are welcome to attend and entry is free.

Near SE Area Plan -In Person Meeting
2022-12-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Cook Park, 7100 Cherry Creek S Dr, Denver, CO, United States
First draft presentation. All residents are invited to join City-led presentations to discuss the plan at this upcoming community workshop: Harvey Cohen, a former WDCA president, has represented our neighborhood on the steering committee. Winston Downs residents opted to see what this plan provided in lieu of pursuing a conservation overlay for Winston Downs in 2017.
Tuesday, December 6: In-person workshop
5:30-7:30, p.m.
Cook Park Rec Center, 7100 S Cherry Creek South Drive
Ample free parking and Handicap parking
See December 14 event if you prefer attending via Zoom- There are greater opportunities to ask questions at this in person meeting.

Near SE Area Plan-Zoom Workshop
2022-12-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Via Zoom, Denver
First draft presentation. All residents are invited to join City-led presentations to discuss the plan at this upcoming community workshop: Harvey Cohen, a former WDCA president, has represented our neighborhood on the steering committee. Winston Downs residents opted to see what this plan provided in lieu of pursuing a conservation overlay for Winston Downs in 2017.
Wednesday, December 14: Virtual workshop
6-7:30 p.m.
Register via Zoom

Dist 3 Police New Year's Bash Dec 30
2022-12-30 11:30 - 12:30 | CO

Public Meeting Input on Near SE Area Plan Jan 11
2023-01-11 12:00 - 14:00 | Cook Park, 7100 Cherry Creek S Dr, Denver, CO, United States
TALK WITH CITY PLANNERS
Have a question or comment you want to share directly with members of the planning team? They will be in the community this week on the following dates:

Wednesday, January 11, noon to 2 p.m., Cook Park Rec Center, 7100 Cherry Creek S Dr.

Thursday, January 12, 4 to 6 p.m., Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center, 350 S. Dahlia St.

If you prefer to read a hard copy of the draft plan, one is available at the Virginia Village Branch Library, 1500 S. Dahlia St. Everyone who participates in this phase of community outreach will be entered for a chance to win a $20 gift card.

Zoom Inter-Active Meeting re DPS Redistricting & Covid Impact on Learning
2023-01-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Via Zoom, Denver
INTER-NEIGHBORHOOD COOPERATION INTER-ACTIVE ZOOM MEETING
TOPIC: DPS REDISTRICTING AND COVID IMPACT ON LEARNING
Saturday Jan. 14, 2023 Inter-Neighborhood Meeting hosted by INC Education Committee Meeting-open to any Denver resident
Where: Online (Zoom) – See below for registration to attend via Zoom
When: Saturday, January 14th, 9:00am – Topic begins around 915a
Topic: Education. Our students are our future, and we want to prioritize them starting 2023 and throughout the year. The best resource are the people themselves because the people will tell you what they need! DPS parents and students have the opportunity to tell DPS their genuine thoughts on the redistricting happening in DPS.
Saturday, January 14, INC meeting will be an open discussion about the present state of K-12 education in Denver, specifically as it relates to DPS.
Invitees and presenters will include DPS administrators, board members, teachers, parents, and students.
Several issues to discuss will be:
1) What are the implications of the recent DPS board re-districting?
2) What has 3 years of COVID done to our schools, teachers, parents, and students? What has it done to education? As we begin a second year of “normalcy”, major gaps in the system have become apparent.
The discussion will be moderated by Joanna Rosa-Saenz, a single mother of three DPS students, a representative of Harkness Heights neighborhood, delegate-at-large to the INC board, and the Chair of INC’s newly formed Education Committee.
Zoom Registration:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctduGoqToqHNBH8K1QXORP9LgV0czmH3cB
Please note that Zoom registration will ask for your name, neighborhood name (WDCA) and whether or not you are a delegate. Please select NO for delegate question. We have two assigned delegates from our neighborhood.; however, ANY resident may attend these INC meetings.

WDCA Board Meeting Jan 2023
2023-01-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Via Zoom, Denver
Via Zoom from 7pm to 830pm unless otherwise noted.
Those who have signed up for eNews will be invited to attend. To sign up go to info@winstondowns.org and give last name, address and email
All residents may attend
Board members are elected in April and must be members of WDCA. January newsletter will be delivered with an application form to renew or join as a new member.
