North High School Updates
Here are some important dates for activities coming up at North that they could really use some help with:
- Wednesday, October 15 at 1pm they will be cleaning up the tennis courts (removing weeds, picking up trash and painting the retaining wall.) They are in need of manual labor this day.
- Tuesday, October 28 from 5pm-7pm they will have Trick or Treat Street and arts and crafts at North. This event is in conjunction with Parent Teacher Conferences. They need a group to sponsor the Arts and Crafts area and any donation of candy would be welcomed.
- Saturday, November 1 from 10am-1pm we are have a Community clean-up day at North. Painting classrooms and general cleaning are on the agenda.
Please contact Melissa Craven, North’s Public Relations Liaison, at 720-423-2865 or melissa_craven@ dpsk12.org to volunteer or for more information.
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Mayor’s Design Awards 2008
Tuesday, October 21, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm, reception following from 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Join the Mayor in honoring the winners of the Mayor’s Design Awards 2008. Two of the winners are from our Highland neighborhood! 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Colfax Event Center
1477 Columbine Street, Denver7:00pm to 8:00pm Reception
Encore Restaurant, 2550 E. Colfax Avenue in the Colfax Avenue Tattered Cover Building
Light refreshments and cash bar
RSVP by 10/14/08 to www.DenverGov. ord/MDA
Parking available on the street, at Colfax Event Center, City Park Esplanade, and the Tattered Cover Parking Facility. |
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Wine and Dine to Benefit Academia Ana Marie Sandoval
Thursday, October 23rd, 5:30 and 7:30 pm., Duo Restaurant, 2413 West 32nd AvenueAmigos de la Academia Sandoval, the fundraising committee for Academia Ana Marie Sandoval, is hosting a three-course dinner and wine pairing, at Duo Restaurant, 2413 West 32nd Avenue, Thursday, October 23rd, 5:30 and 7:30 pm.Proceeds benefit Academia Ana Marie Sandoval, the public, dual-language, Montessori elementary school in Northwest Denver.
We currently enroll more than 400 multi-cultural students ranging from preschool to 6th grade, our school offers a hands-on education that fosters the development of Spanish and English language fluency. The percentage of students whose first language is Spanish is 40 percent, 60 percent have English as their first language.
The $100 a plate dinner features a hearty, fall menu, paired with wine designed to complement each course. Duo Restaurant is known for its use of local and seasonal ingredients, and was lauded by Westword as the Best American Restaurant.
For tickets and information susanyounglewis@ comcast.net |
Safety of Seniors Handyman Program
Saturday, October 25th, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
As leaves begin to fall, many seniors (particularly those who are alone or have disabilities) are unable to winterize their yards. The Safety of Seniors Handyman Program at Volunteers of America will sponsor its sixth annual Rake-Up Colorado Event, which provides these seniors with volunteers to rake, bag, and haul away their leaves. The Handyman Program is currently seeking limited-income seniors, 60 years and older, residing in Adams, Arapahoe, Jefferson and Denver Counties. Seniors seeking assistance with raking those autumn leaves should call (303) 297-0408 and ask for Rake-Up Colorado! This event is open to all qualified seniors and it’s free! Contact Volunteers of America at (303) 297-0408 or mjoslin@voacolorado .org. |
Halloween on 32nd
Saturday, October 25th, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
The 1st Annual Halloween on 32nd will happen Saturday, October 25th, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, on 32nd Avenue from Clay to Zuni Streets. Children will enjoy a Treasure Hunt, Costume Walk, and Pumpkin Carving. Pick up your treasure map at Red Trolley Ice Cream (2639 W. 32nd Avenue) anytime between 1:00pm and 3:00pm to begin.Costumes are strongly encouraged.
Please contact Amy Berglund at 720-560-6674 or aberglund@rmpro. net if you have any questions.
Participating merchants:
Pasquini’s
Duo
Patzcuaros
Panaderia Rosales
Red Trolley Ice Cream
An’s Lemongrass Grille
Revolution Cleaners
Amy Berglund, RE/MAX Professionals, Inc. |
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Pumpkin Carving
Sunday, October 26th at Hirshorn Park
Highland United Neighbors, Inc., Little Man Ice Cream, The Tamburello Team, Bothwell Davis George Architecture, and J Design are sponsoring a Pumpkin Carving Contest on Sunday, October 26th at Hirshorn Park. (In case of inclement weather meet at the Asbury Events Center: 3011 Vallejo St.)
- What to Bring: Your own pumpkin and carving/painting supplies, a finger snack to share with your neighbors, one canned food item to be donated to the Bienvenidos Food Bank and your imagination!
- What to Wear: Costumes are encouraged but not necessary.
- Who is Invited? All children between the ages of 3 and ???
Hot dogs, drinks, trash cans, tables and music will be provided. 40 Gallon Still will be playing live bluegrass! Winners will be awarded at 4:00 p.m. and the top three pumpkins will be on display at Little Man Ice Cream every day until Halloween.
For more information please contact Erin Weber-Hansen at 303-991-6204. |
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Block Party Grants
If you’re interested in throwing a block party, the Neighborhood Resource Center of Colorado provides $100 Xcel microgrants and a Safeway pack that expires at the end of this month. See http://nrc-neighbor .org/site/ to apply. |
Voting Information
The ballot for November 4th is excruciatingly long. Voting by mail is highly recommended. If you can’t, there’s a reminder sheet available online that you can print and take to the polls. The voting booklets have been mailed out. If you’ve not received them, there are links to them below.
There was a debate between Joel Judd (D) and J.J. Swiontek (R), who are both running for the State Representative District #5, which includes our Highland neighborhood. The debate is a great way to get to know these candidates and their platforms. (Joel Judd is the incumbent.)
APPLY TO VOTE BY MAIL (deadline Oct. 28th by mail Oct. 31st in Person): http://www.denvergo v.org/ForVoters/ SampleBallots/ tabid/430460/ VotebyMail/ tabid/430458/ Default.aspx
REMINDER SHEET: http://www.denvergo v.org/Portals/ 639/documents/ Forms/Voter_ Reminder_ Sheet_English. pdf
BLUE BOOK: http://www.state. co.us/gov_ dir/leg_dir/ lcsstaff/ bluebook/ 2008Bluebookmain page.htm
DENVER’s VOTING BOOK: http://www.denvergo v.org/Portals/ 639/documents/ FactSheets/ TABOR_booklet_ compiled_ English_FINAL. pdf
STATE REPRESENTATIVE #5 – JUDD v. SWIONTEK DEBATE: http://www.denvergo v.org/denverdeci des
ALL ELECTIONS QUESTIONS ANSWERED BY CALLING 3-1-1 OR CLICKING HERE: http://www.denvergo v.org/Election
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Rosa Linda’s Thanksgiving Feast
The Aguirre family will be hosting its 24th annual free Thanksgiving Day Feast for Denver’s needy families. The event will take place at the family’s restaurant, Rosa Linda’s Mexican Café, at 2005 W. 33rda Ave. from 10 am to 4 pm, on November 27, 2008, Thanksgiving Day. The menu includes shredded turkey, Green Chile, Rice, beans, stuffing and much more. All food donations will be accepted at Rosa Linda’s Mexican Café Monday thru Saturday 10 AM-9 PM. Volunteers are urged to look around their neighborhood and surrounding area and make contact with somebody who may need a warm meal and a little company on Thanksgiving Day. For more information feel free to call (303) 455-0608 or email the family at Rosalindasmexicanca fe@gmail. com |
