Plastic Bag Swap Out
2024-08-19 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Denver) | Sprouts Store, 2880 S Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO
Plastic Bag Swap continues!
Denver’s Office of Climate Action, Sustainability & Resiliency has two more swap dates.
Bring all your plastic bags that will get turned into park benches and other outdoor furniture and get a free reusable bag in exchange.
Aug. 19, 3-6 p.m., Sprouts – 2880 S. Colorado Blvd. and
Aug. 30, 4-7 p.m., Sprouts -4700 W. 38th Ave.

WDCA Board Meeting August 2024
2024-08-20 19:00 - 20:30 | CO
Via Zoom. All residents may attend. Please see eNews for Zoom links
WDCA Board meeting is the third Tuesday of each month. Unless advised differently, board meetings are via Zoom. Residents who sign up for eNews will be invited. Residents must advise address and name for verification when signing up for eNews. Board meeting is open to all residents.

Friday Neighborhood Social
2024-08-23 17:30 - 19:30 | CO
Please see distributed door hangers for hosting home or see eNews
We do not post addresses for resident security

Plastic Bag Recycle
2024-08-30 16:00 - 19:00 | Sprouts Store 2, 4700 W 38th Ave, Denver, CO
Plastic Bag Swap continues!
Denver’s Office of Climate Action, Sustainability & Resiliency has one more swap date.
Bring all your plastic bags that will get turned into park benches and other outdoor furniture and get a free reusable bag in exchange.
Aug. 30, 4-7 p.m., Sprouts -4700 W. 38th Ave.

Affordable Denver Community Conversation
2024-09-03 17:30 - 19:00 | Bromwell School, 2500 E. 4th Ave, Denver
AFFORDABLE DENVER Community conversation
HOSTED BY THE DENVER MAYOR’S OFFICE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DENVER CITY COUNCILWOMAN AMANDA SAWYER
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 5:30 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. DOORS OPEN AT 5:30 P.M PRESENTATION AT 5:45 PM RESOURCE WALK AT 6:45 PM
BROMWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 2500 E. 4TH AVE., DENVER, CO 80206
Limited seating. Open to all community members, – register early at: https://tinyurl.com/affordabledenver

WDCA Annual Block Party
2024-09-08 14:00 - 17:00 | CO
Please see eNews and Door hanger for details.

Friday Neighborhood Social
2024-09-13 17:30 - 18:30 | CO
Please see distributed door hanger with list of hosting homes or eNews for more information
We do not publish address for resident security.

AOA Seniors’ Prom (Ages 55+)
2024-09-14 03:00 - 18:00 | City Park Denver, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO, United States
AOA Seniors’ Prom (Ages 55+)
Details: Did you have a bad high school prom? You might relate to local Denverite, Donna Smith. Read about her experience with DPR’s Seniors’ Prom and register for a magical night of your own.
When: September 14 | 3:00 – 6:00 PM
Where: City Park Pavilion 2001 Steele St, 80205

WDCA Board Meeting September
2024-09-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Via Zoom, Denver
Via Zoom. All residents may attend. Please see eNews for Zoom links WDCA Board meeting is the third Tuesday of each month. Unless advised differently, board meetings are via Zoom. Residents who sign up for eNews will be invited. Residents must advise address and name for verification when signing up for eNews.

Sprouts City Farms Annual Fundraiser
2024-09-21 17:30 - 20:00 | Mountair Park, 5620 W 14th Ave,, Lakewood,, CO, 80214
Join Sprout City Farms on September 21st, 2024 from 5:30-8pm, for our annual farm-to-table fundraising event at Mountair Park Community Farm. The night will be full of farm-fresh passed appetizers, drinks from local partners, farm tours, a silent auction and booze pull, live music, and community! Buy tickets here today!
We hope to see you all at the farm soon!

E. Exposition from Quebec to Leetsdale Study - All invited to attend via Zoom September 24
2024-09-24 18:00 - 19:30 | CO
Exposition Traffic Study Virtual Recommendations Meeting in September
The recommendations meeting has been rescheduled for September 24, 2024 at 6:00 P.M. via Zoom due to the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure needing to review additional traffic calming improvements to the corridor.
Our office is working with the Winston Downs Community Association, residents, and Denver’s Department of Transportation and Infrastructure to improve Exposition Avenue from Leetsdale Drive to Quebec Street including the Monaco Parkway & Leetsdale Drive intersection. This study will identify opportunities to calm traffic on Exposition Avenue and to improve crossings for people walking and biking.
You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Sept 24, 2024 06:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Exposition Traffic Study Community Meeting Register in advance for this webinar: https://bit.ly/ExpositionStudyAug

Clean Up Day in Winston Downs
2024-10-06 09:00 - 12:00 | CO
Meet at Expo/Quebec. we have bags. Bring gloves

SPECIAL MEETING RE FORMER WATSON'S LAND
2024-10-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Via Zoom, Denver
The land at corner of Quebec/Alameda across from Fairmount Cemetery and formerly known as Watson’s Headstones is the topic. [365 S Quebec St] Zoning will change via the Near SE Area Plan for this and other parts of Winston Downs.
Emailed links sent to those who signed up for email notifications. Only residents may sign up. info@winstondowns.org is the email to request and you must include your name, address and email.

City Wide Trail Clean Up
2024-10-12 08:00 - 10:00 | CO
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Citywide Trail Cleanup
Denver Parks and Recreation invites you to join the first annual citywide trail cleanup project. Volunteers are needed at 11 different locations across Denver to help with general trail cleanup tasks. Visit www.denvergov.org/trails and use the map to find cleanup locations. The first 100 volunteers to sign up will get a 30% off coupon for REI!
When: Saturday, October 12 | 8:00-10:00 a.m.
Where: 11 locations throughout Denver – Sign up!

WDCA Board Meeting
2024-10-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Via Zoom, Denver
Those who have signed up for email with name/address for verification will receive email for Zoom meeting link.

FREE JOB FAIR
2024-10-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Tivoli Student Center -Auraria Campus, 900 Auraria Pkwy, Denver
FREE! Job Fair –
OPEN TO ALL JOB SEEKERS – Entry Level to Professional

SHHRP (Society of Hispanic Human Resource Professionals), in partnership with MSU Denver, CCD, and CU Denver, is bringing 100s of job opportunities to diverse candidates across Metro Denver.
According to the latest U.S. Census Bureau data, unemployment rates for Hispanic, Black, Indigenous, and Mixed-Race residents of working age in Denver are 21% – 40% higher than White residents.
Let’s close the gap between under-represented candidates seeking employment opportunities and Metro Denver’s top employers seeking to expand their recruitment pool with diverse talent.
EVENT DETAILS
Looking for a job? Join us for resume review, networking, and hundreds of job opportunities from more than 50 of Metro Denver’s top employers. Entry level to professional opportunities across all industries. Everyone welcome! No need to register.
What: 2024 Accelerating Diversity Job Fair, Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month
When: Thursday, October 17, 2024; 10am – 2pm
Where: Tivoli Student Center on the Auraria Campus, 900 Auraria Parkway

Housing and Homelessness Working Group
2024-10-23 12:00 - 14:00 | City & County Building, 1437 Bannock St, Denver, CO
Housing and Homelessness Working Group

Denver City Council has convened a Housing and Homelessness Working Group, which is meeting regularly for the foreseeable future to explore a variety of issues related to housing stability throughout the city. The Department of Housing Stability, along with partnering agencies, are regularly providing informational briefings at these meetings.

A printable flier is available here.
Upcoming meetings/topics:
Wednesday, Oct. 23, 12 p.m.
Affordable homeownership
Wednesday, Nov. 6, 12 p.m.
Expanding Housing Affordability, permitting/zoning
All meetings are open to the public and are held in the City Council Committee Room, City and County Bldg, room 391. Meetings are livestreamed on Denvergov.org and archived videos are available at Denvergov.org/citycouncil.

Día de los Muertos at Civic Center -
2024-10-26 11:00 - 19:00 | Civic Center, 101 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO, 80202
Día de los Muertos Celebration Returns to Civic Center Park Oct. 26

Civic Center Conservancy announces that Día de los Muertos at Civic Center: Remembering our Ancestors through Art, presented by Denver Botanic Gardens, will take place on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024.Civic Center Conservancy is proud to announce that Día de los Muertos at Civic Center: Remembering our Ancestors through Art, presented by Denver Botanic Gardens, will take place at Civic Center Park on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. This event is free and open to the public who want to honor the memory of loved ones or learn more about this vibrant cultural tradition.
Denver7 is a proud partner of Día de los Muertos at Civic Center.
Following the vision of Artistic & Cultural Director Cal Duran and Val Najera Ponce, visitors can experience:
● Community Ofrendas: Beautifully decorated altars honoring deceased loved ones, adorned with marigolds, candles, photographs, and offerings of food and drink.

Civic Center Public Update & Conversation
2024-10-29 17:30 - 19:00 | Civic Center, 101 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO, 80202
CIVIC CENTER NEXT 100

Public Update and Conversation October 29

Join us for a public update and conversation about the first implementation phases of the Civic Center Next 100 plan with Denver Parks & Recreation (DPR), the Civic Center Conservancy, and the Design Team. Please RSVP to attend, and download the meeting flier here.
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
5:30 – 7:00 PM
Former Denver Post Building Auditorium| 101 W Colfax, Denver, CO 80202

RSVP

Public Update and Conversation Civic Center Next 100
2024-10-29 17:30 - 19:00 | Civic Center, 101 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO, 80202
CIVIC CENTER NEXT 100

Public Update and Conversation October 29

Join us for a public update and conversation about the first implementation phases of the Civic Center Next 100 plan with Denver Parks & Recreation (DPR), the Civic Center Conservancy, and the Design Team. Please RSVP to attend and download the meeting flier here.
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
5:30 – 7:00 PM
Former Denver Post Building Auditorium| 101 W Colfax, Denver, CO 80202

RSVP

Deadline for City Board Position -Zoning Board of Adjustment (BOA).
2024-10-31 08:00 - 17:00 | CO
The City and County of Denver’s Mayor’s Office and City Council are seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on the Zoning Board of Adjustment (BOA). The Board of Adjustment hears and decides cases regarding the Denver Zoning Code and Former Chapter 59. It is quasi-judicial, responsible for conducting formal legal proceedings, subject to legal standards and court review. The appointed candidate will serve a term effective January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2027. This Board is a weekly, part-time obligation and is compensated at $7,500 per year. The vacant spot is for a person with a background in urban planning, construction, engineering, or development. Applications are due by Oct. 31, 2024.
FIND INFO AND APPLICATION HERE

Housing & Homeless Working Group Open to All
2024-11-06 08:00 - 14:30 | City & County Building, 1437 Bannock St, Denver, CO
Housing and Homelessness Working Group

Denver City Council has convened a Housing and Homelessness Working Group, which is meeting regularly for the foreseeable future to explore a variety of issues related to housing stability throughout the city. The Department of Housing Stability, along with partnering agencies, are regularly providing informational briefings at these meetings.

A printable flier is available here.
Upcoming meetings/topics:
Wednesday, Nov. 6, 12 p.m.
Expanding Housing Affordability, permitting/zoning
All meetings are open to the public and are held in the City Council Committee Room, City and County Bldg, room 391. Meetings are livestreamed on Denvergov.org and archived videos are available at Denvergov.org/citycouncil.

Coffee with the Cops
2024-11-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Nixon Coffee House, 695 E Louisiana, Denver, CO
Wednesday, November 6th from 10am to noon – @ Nixon’s Coffee House 695 W Louisiana Ave

Community Meeting with District 3 Police Commander Bell
2024-11-06 18:00 | District 3 Police, 1625 S University Blvd, Denver, CO, United States
Wednesday, November 6th at 6:00 pm Community Meeting with Commander Bell (CAB) at the District 3 Station 1625 S. University Blvd.
Our guest speakers will be District 3 Clinician Scott Poulton and Outreach Case Coordinator Erica Burmania. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate! Hosted by Commander Bell 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.
*Our final meeting for the 2024 calendar year will be on Dec. 4th.

Cherry Creek North District - Design Advisory Board Application Deadline.
2024-11-15 08:00 - 17:00 | CO
Licensed architects residing in the City and County of Denver and retailers from the Cherry Creek North District are encouraged to apply for two openings on the Cherry Creek North Design Advisory Board (CCNDAB). Members play a critical role in ensuring new development meets elevated standards for architectural quality and engagement of the public realm as outlined in the Design Standards and Guidelines for Cherry Creek North. The application deadline is November 15, 2024. Download call for applications below for complete information and instructions on how to apply.
APPLICATION HERE

Annual DPD Dist 3 Storytime at the Station
2024-11-16 10:00 - 12:00 | District 3 Police, 1625 S University Blvd, Denver, CO, United States
Saturday, November 16th from 10 am to noon – Annual DPD District 3 Storytime at the Station 1625 S University Blvd –
Join your District 3 Officers for a free interactive, gratitude themed storytime event.
Parents enjoy free coffee from Starbucks, and for youth – activities, treats, meet our DPD Mounted Patrol horses, and more!
Please RSVP to christie.mochoruk@denvergov.org

Denver Sustainable Food Policy Council Monthly Meeting
2024-11-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Via Zoom, Denver
Join us for the Denver Sustainable Food Policy Council monthly meeting

Tuesday, November 19th, 2024
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Zoom Meeting
All meetings are open to the public and include Spanish language interpretation.

There will be no October meeting as the SFPC takes a break to hold their annual retreat.
Link to Register when meeting is held online, no need to register for in-person meetings. In person meeting locations will be posted on Slack.
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

WDCA November Board Meeting
2024-11-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Via Zoom, Denver
Residents who have signed up for eNews will receive link to attend online meeting.
If you want to join meeting, you must send request to info@winstondowns.org with name, address and email where you want eNews sent. We verify that you are a resident of this neighborhood.

Crime Prevention Tune Up with DPD
2024-11-22 11:00 - 13:00 | District 3 Police, 1625 S University Blvd, Denver, CO, United States

Firehouse Theater Company presents Little Women play
2024-11-23 08:00 - 2024-12-22 17:00 | Firehouse Theater Company, 7653 E 1st Pl, Denver, CO 80230
Firehouse Theater Company
Firehouse Theater Company presents Little Women starting Nov. 23 – Dec. 22. Purchase tickets here.
7653 E First Place (Lowry) at John Hand Theater
