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GOVERNMENT
MAYOR RON reports
PERSONAL
SENTIMENTS
ABOUT THE GVPD
Undoubtedly, July 2016 marked one
of the most tragic months in the
history of our country
with some heartbreaking
events involving law
enforcement. In times
like these one’s focus
becomes inward to those
immediately around us
— all members of our
very own Greenwood
Village Police
Department (GVPD).
While some other
communities may view
their law enforcement
members as adversaries
— that sentiment could
not be more diametrically opposed to
the viewpoint of the citizens of
Greenwood Village.
Ron Rakowsky
rrakowsky@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-486-5741
When I speak with our citizens about
members of GVPD the words they use
are: appreciate, respect, and even love.
To our police officers I say: Have you
had disrespect from people you
interact with — yes, but how many
actually live and work here and of
those few — what percentage of those
you serve do they represent?
The citizens of Greenwood Village and
their elected representatives, stand
shoulder to shoulder with our Police
Department as they have in the past
and will in the future. They are our
protective servants who vow every day
to make a difference in a person’s life,
yet putting their own lives on the line
every day, not knowing when they
may get dispatched to that one call for
service that could change their lives
forever.
We often hear about horrible
experiences with police officers. It’s
very disheartening and sad for what
others have experienced. However, our
Police Officers are focused on helping
people and are trained to conduct
themselves with decency and kindness
to everyone. Please don’t lose faith in
our law enforcement organization in
Greenwood Village. They are truly on
our side.
PROTECT THE BEES
Some of us may think they are
bothersome insects at times when they
buzz around taking aim at the first
opportunity to instill a sting, but you
may not appreciate the full benefits
honey bees bring to us and our
environment.
Did you know, there are about 25,000
types of bees in the world and that
most species are actually solitary, that
males cannot sting, and that
collectively they help to pollinate an
estimated one-third of all the food we
eat? Bees are not only important to
humans, they play a crucial role in our
environment. Of course, we can’t
forget that they treat us with delicious
sweet honey we use for those sweet
treats we enjoy.
Bees are proven to be a
valuable resource for
our environment,
however, their existence
is in trouble and I ask
for your help. There are
several pesticides on the
market that are killing
bees and their colonies.
It is estimated that last
year, U.S. beekeepers
lost 44 percent of their
colonies due to the use
of harmful pesticides.
Here is what you can
do:
• Use Neem Oil Weed
Control as it is the best
alternative to killing
weeds without
bothering the bees.
• Do not cut wild flowers, such as
dandelions as they are a fantastic
source of food (pollen) for bees.
• Buy plants that have not been
sprayed with neonicotinoids.
Oftentimes, plants are sprayed with
neonicotinoids in order to keep the
bugs from eating the roots which
slows the growth of the plant.
However, these neonicotinoids do
not just sit on top of the plant but
seep into the tissues of the plant
making the plant twice as deadly
for pollinators. The tag that
informs you if the plant has been
sprayed with neonicotinoids is not
always visible and sometimes
hidden in the pot, so make sure to
look for it!
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GOVERNMENT
CITY council
NOT SURE WHO YOUR
ELECTED OFFICIALS ARE?
Obtain a list of your state and national government
representatives at www.arapahoevotes.com
DISTRICT 1 DISTRICT 2 DISTRICT 3 DISTRICT 4
Dave Bullock
dbullock@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4137
Darryl Jones
djones@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4136
George Lantz
glantz@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4134
Tom Bishop
tbishop@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4131
Freda Miklin
fmiklin@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4138
Leslie Schluter
lschluter@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4135
Steve Moran
smoran@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4133
T.J. Gordon
tgordon@
greenwoodvillage.com
303-804-4132
If you have bees on your property,
residents are asked not to spray, but
rather call a local bee keeper, a
professional hive removal company, or
call the State Swarm hotline at
1-844-779-2337 or 1-844-SPY-BEES
for assistance. I would also encourage
you to watch the Greenwood Village
YouTube channel and look for the GV
Kids, Ink! News program featuring bees
and how to remove them from your
property in the right manner.
UPDATE
YOUR VOTER
REGISTRATION
The general election is right around
the corner. To ensure you receive a
ballot for the General Election, visit
www.GoVoteColorado.com.
This website allows you to update
your voter registration and register to
vote. Registered voters will receive a
ballot for the General Election in
mid-October. Please look for more
information on the General Election
in the September and October editions
of the Newsletter.
RAMBLE WITH RON IN AUGUST
continued on page 4
Have some ideas or suggestions to share about living or working in Greenwood Village?
Walk and talk with Mayor Ron Rakowsky from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. (weather permitting)
on: Thursday, August 18, Tommy Davis Park, Swim Club Lot, 9200 E. Orchard Road;
and Monday, August 22, Westlands Park, 5701 S. Quebec Street.
Registration is not required. For more information, please call the Mayor’s Office at
303-486-5745. Check for updates of the monthly schedule for Ramble with Ron at
www.greenwoodvillage.com.
AUGUST 2016 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 3
GOVERNMENT
Mayor Ron reports
continued from page 3
ALL YOUNG MEN
MUST REGISTER
FOR SELECTIVE
SERVICE SYSTEM
Because school is almost back in
session, I want to remind you that all
male U.S. citizens must register for the
Selective Service System when they
turn 18, as do male noncitizens who
take up residency in the U.S. before
their 26th birthday. That includes
illegal aliens, legal permanent residents
and refugees.
Registering does not mean a man will
automatically be inducted into the
military. In a crisis requiring a draft,
men would be called in a sequence
determined by random lottery number
and year of birth. Then, they would be
examined for mental, physical, and
moral fitness by the military before
being deferred or exempted from
military service or inducted into the
Armed Forces.
In addition to a hefty fine, not
registering can also affect your ability
to go to school, become a citizen and
get a job. You may not qualify for
federal student loans or grant
programs; you cannot participate in
the federal job-training act called the
Workforce Investment Act; you are
not eligible for jobs in the executive
branch of the federal government and
the U.S. Postal Service; and you may
not be able to get a driver’s license, as
some states require proof of
registration. Essentially, by registering
you are complying with your civic
duty as a citizen of the Unites States.
It is easy to register and most
registration occurs in high school.
However, young men can also go to
the U.S. Post Office and pick up a
Selective Service registration card,
register online at www.sss.gov and
click on the registration icon, or
complete registration on the Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA) form. You may
also call 888-655-1825 for more
information.
BACK TO
SCHOOL SAFETY
Whether your student is headed back
to elementary, middle, or high school,
August can be an exciting yet busy
time for everyone as they prepare for
another year of learning. With all the
fun and excitement, I want to make
sure parents as well as students are
aware of some back to school safety
tips to start the new school year right.
You can find these important tips,
provided by the Police Department on
pages 12-13 of this Newsletter. If you
ever have any concerns related to your
child’s safety, including traffic safety
around schools, please don’t hesitate to
contact your designated Police School
Resource Officer or the Police
Department at 303-773-2525. GV
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VILLAGE CALENDAR
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september 2016
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P&Z Commission
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City Hall
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Study Session
6 p.m.
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7 p.m.
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GVAHC Meeting
6:30 p.m.
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6:30 p.m.
City Hall
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AUGUST 2016 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 5
GOVERNMENT
Greenwood Village
Don’t have Comcast cable?
You can watch GVTV 8 programs on the
Village Website at greenwoodvillage.com
or on The City of Greenwood
Village Channel on YouTube.
NEW ON GVTV 8
— PREMIERES SEPT. 23
AVAILABLE ON COMCAST
CABLE IN GREENWOOD
VILLAGE, GVTV CHANNEL 8 IS
AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY,
SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
PROVIDING PROGRAMMING
REGARDING IMPORTANT
LOCAL, STATE AND
NATIONAL TOPICS.
Beyond The
Green
Equestrian Life In
Greenwood Village
Horses grazing in
the pastures are not
distant, but close to
the hearts and
memories of a
community —
a part of Greenwood Village that continues to be preserved today.
Get to know a few Villagers who continue to saddle up
and ride in the Village.
GV Kids, Ink! ® News
Health First For Kids
Get an inside look at one school in Greenwood Village that is taking
healthy to the next level with the perfect recipe for kids.
Water Runs Through
Have you ever wondered
where your water comes
from once you the let your
faucet run? Or how is your
water treated to ensure its
safe to drink and use?
Join GV Kids, Ink! News
as they explore the secrets
of this essential resource
with the largest water
provider in the state.
GVTV 8 PROGRAMS
Village Showcase
Join Mayor Ron Rakowsky as he showcases
all the latest happenings and greatest events
taking place in Greenwood Village.
Beyond The Green
A program highlighting the parks, trails and
open space system in the Village.
Over 50 And Loving It!
A program focused on issues and events
affecting people 50+ years of age.
Safety Matters In Greenwood Village
Learn about safety issues in Greenwood
Village and techniques to help keep you and
your family safe.
GV Business Connections
Get an inside look at the business
community of Greenwood Village and learn
about some important business topics.
GV Kids, Ink! ® News
Hosted by youth news reporters, this
program features youth activities and events
in the community.
The Village Insider
Get a glimpse of the people and projects
behind the doors at City Hall.
Colorado Connected
Produced by the Colorado Communications
and Utility Alliance (CCUA), the program
features programs on regional issues.
NASA 360
Produced by the National Institute of
Aerospace for NASA, this program examines
how technologies developed by and for
NASA are used in everything from space
exploration to everyday consumer products.
Graceful Aging
Enjoy this program to learn about elder care
needs. You’ll laugh, think and be inspired to
improve your life.
Denver Press Club
Hosted by the Denver Press Club, this
program features discussions with members
of the press and community.
Jazz Cardio Strength Stretch
A powerfully fun and effective workout that
will lift your spirits, strengthen your heart,
muscles, and core. You’ll get a healthy dose
of cardio, strength and stretch moves and
finish up feeling energized for the start and
end of your day.
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GOVERNMENT
MAKING A difference
TOO NOISY?
TALK TO YOUR NEIGHBORS FIRST;
THEN CALL THE VILLAGE
In an effort to protect the quality of life of the community,
Greenwood Village Code regulates noise disturbances. Most
noises become a violation when they are continually
bothersome to others. Citizens are encouraged to be
reasonable when it comes to filing a complaint about noise
and calling the Village when the noise becomes excessive,
ongoing, and/or no resolution can be reached with your
neighbor or the person(s) generating the noise. The Village
realizes that each situation can be different but the overall
goal is to stop any disturbing noise in the community before
it becomes a nuisance to others.
If talking to your neighbor or the person generating the noise
is out of the question, residents are asked to contact the
following departments for assistance on a variety of noise
issues. Depending upon the noise complaint, a member of
Community Development or the Police Department will
investigate any noise concerns.
AMPLIFIED SOUND, STEREOS,
PARTIES AND LIVE BANDS
Contact: Police Department, 303-486-8222
Generally, any noise
derived from a sound
system, stereo, special event
or party, live entertainment
or any device, event or
system that amplifies,
produces or reproduces
sound. Generally, hours are
restricted from 10 p.m.
until 7 a.m. on weekdays, 7 p.m. and 8 a.m. on Saturdays,
and 7 p.m. and 10 a.m. on Sundays and holidays.
INTERNAL COMBUSTION EQUIPMENT,
DELIVERY AND TRASH REMOVAL
TRUCKS AND
CONSTRUCTION
Contact: Community
Development,
303-486-5783
Operating any tools or
equipment in connection
with construction is only
allowed Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to
7 p.m. and Sunday/holidays 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
FIDDLER’S GREEN AMPHITHEATRE
CONCERT NOISE COMPLAINT LINE
303-486-8275
Noise levels from
Fiddler’s Green
Amphitheatre are
measured at the
mix which means
at a location
approximately 100
feet from the front
of the stage, where
all of the sound equipment is set up. Sound levels are
measured through the use of a precisely calibrated
microphone that feeds data directly into a computer, with the
computer recording sound levels over 15-minute legs. Sound
levels, measured at the mix, should not exceed 110 decibels.
The Police Department takes record of every call received
from the concert noise complaint line after each concert and
will respond to every complainant and track noise issues by
address. In addition, during every concert, the Police
Department visually inspects the noise measuring equipment
to ensure noise levels do not exceed approved sound levels.
CENTENNIAL AIRPORT NOISE HOTLINE
303-790-4709
To file a noise
complaint within seven
days of occurrence, call
the Centennial Airport
Noise Complaint
Hotline or complete the
noise complaint form
accessible on the
Airport’s Website at
www.centennial
airport.com, click on “Noise Abatement” and then click on
“Track and Report Noise.”
In addition, Centennial Airport monitors noise through its
12 noise monitors installed in communities surrounding the
airport including a Greenwood Village monitor located in the
Orchard Hills greenbelt area. The monitors provide data
regarding altitude, speed, height, noise, flight tracks, and
aircraft identification to a central system connected to
technology at the airport. GV
AUGUST 2016 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 7
GOVERNMENT
OUR NATURAL
environment
CONSERVE WATER AND SAVE MONEY ON YOUR WATER BILLS
In 2016, Greenwood Village is partnering once again with Denver Water as part of the Water Saver Partnership to educate
residents on ways to save water and money on their water bills while maintaining the beauty found in Village neighborhoods.
ORDER A FREE WATER WISE LANDSCAPE
HANDBOOK FROM DENVER WATER
This free, updated guide is brimming with information about
the seven Xeriscape principles, information on native grasses,
tips to cut costs when planting a new garden, efficient
watering techniques and sustainable gardening practices.
Follow these tips to reduce your water use and maintain a
stunning yard at the same time.
Visit denverwater.org/WaterWise or
call 303-893-2444 to order your copy today.
LEAVING TOWN?
Set Up Your Sprinklers Before You Go
Taking some time away before summer’s end? Set up your
irrigation system for success — even when power fails —
by asking someone to keep watch while you’re on vacation.
Power outages can reset sprinklers, wasting water and your
money.
You also can combat the wreckage power failures pose by
replacing your irrigation system’s backup battery each year.
For precipitation-related protection, install a smart irrigation
controller with a rain sensor to prevent your system from
running in the rain
— a water-wasting
violation of our
summer watering
rules, which are in
effect through Oct. 1. You can receive up to a $100 rebate
from Denver Water for eligible models.
Revisit the watering rules and get more tips for healthy lawns at
denverwater.org/SummerWatering.
90+ DEGREE WEATHER
CAUSING STRESS TO YOUR LAWN?*
According to the Associated Landscape Contractors of
Colorado (ALCC), the issue may not be heat stress.
Overwatering can cause lawn disease so it’s important to
know whether your lawn truly needs an extra dose of water.
Signs that your lawn does in fact need more water include
brown spots that are dry with a screwdriver test (see below),
bluish/gray areas and if footprints remain on the lawn when
you walk across.
On the other hand, if you see patches that look similar to a
doughnut in the lawn with circular areas of yellow or brown
with a green center, it could be a sign of a necrotic ring spot.
This problem is associated with overwatering. Here are a few
tips from ALCC to ensure proper lawn maintenance during
the heat:
• Conduct a screwdriver test. Insert a screwdriver into areas
of the lawn that appear to need water. If the soil is hard,
the lawn needs water but if it drives through the soil
easily, there is sufficient moisture in the soil.
• Look carefully at your lawn for possible signs of disease.
If you’re not sure, consult with a pro who can diagnose
disease issues.
• Check out the sprinkler system to see if some areas of the
lawn are not being watered at all and adjust the sprinkler
heads to fix the coverage problem.
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GOVERNMENT
• Avoid the temptation to apply more water. And when you
need to apply more water, use the cycle-and-soak method
of short watering cycles broken up by a rest period and
then another watering cycle later. This technique allows
water to soak into the soil without creating wasteful runoff.
ALCC recommends that to relieve heat stress on your lawn,
follow these mowing practices:
• Raise the mower blade to the highest setting and cut no
more than about 1/4 of the total grass height off the top.
When we leave the grass higher, it shades the soil to help
it retain moisture.
• Sharpen the mower blade regularly. A dull blade shreds
rather than cuts and grass blades that are shredded are
more stressed and open to diseases than when they are cut
cleanly.
• When you mow, leave the clippings on top of the lawn.
This also helps retain moisture and the clippings will
fertilize the lawn as they decompose. GV
*(c) 2016 Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado.
All rights reserved.
GARDEN IN A BOX
WATER WISE TIPS FROM VILLAGE
RESIDENT KAREN CHAPMAN
My husband and I purchased and planted our first Garden In a
Box several years ago when our front yard included lawn. Now,
the front of our yard does not have a blade of grass. Instead,
we have a landscape of beautiful xeriscape perennial plants that
changes in shape, color and texture as different plants come
into bloom throughout the growing season.
Many of our previous
years’ Garden in a Box
plants have thrived and
expanded. However, this
year there were still a
few spots that needed to
be filled in as well as
areas where it made
sense to expand the
xeriscape gardens, including a garden in our back yard. Now
that back yard garden is almost completely filled in so next
year’s Garden in a Box can be used to expand the garden to
further reduce the back yard grass area.
The Rocky Mountain Retreat Garden in a Box purchased this
year had 28 plants including Rocky Mountain Columbine,
Tennessee Purple Coneflower, Rocky Mountain Penstemon,
European Pasque Flower, Evergreen Candytuft, Fringed Sage
and Native Blanket Flower. The mix of plants is well chosen for
a variety of colors and shapes. This is the first experience
planting Columbine and it has been wonderful to see it grow
quickly to about five times its original size; perhaps it will even
bloom this year.
The bees and butterflies love the beautiful flowers from our
mature plants. It will be enjoyable to see how the newest plants
develop and flower in the years to come.
AUGUST 2016 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 9
GOVERNMENT
MAKING A difference
PHASE I OF
GV MAINTENANCE
FACILITY AND
PD CRIME LAB
COMPLETED
IMPROVEMENTS AIMED
AT ENHANCING
SERVICE DELIVERY
Citizens can now benefit from even
greater service as a result of
improvements to Village operations
provided by Public Works, Parks,
Trails and Recreation and the Police
Department. The expansion and
reorganization of the existing
Maintenance Facility operations and
renovation of the Police Department
Crime Lab were planned and approved
by City Council in 2013 as part of the
Village’s annual Capital Improvement
Program (CIP) to address inadequate
space needs for operations and support
long term goals of departments. The
cost for these improvements were
$8,000,000.
“We pride ourselves in assuring we
have the highest level and quality of
services provided to our residents and
businesses,” said Jim Sanderson, City
Manager. “These improvements will
contribute to the safety, cleanliness
and overall appearance of our
community for the future.”
MAINTENANCE FACILITY
Before the improvements were
completed, the previous Maintenance
Facility was built in 1994 to house
park and street maintenance services
which included 37 regular employees,
19 seasonal workers, and maintenance
of 150 vehicles for all Village
operations. Due to the increase in the
levels of service and investment in
infrastructure by the Village starting in
1994 and continuing into the late
1990s, the maintenance facility
became home-base for all Public
Works and Parks maintenance services
including Engineering that was
relocated from City Hall. These
operations are responsible for 220 lane
miles of roadways, 193 acres of
developed parks, 43 miles of trails, 1.5
acres of floral beds, miles of drainage
systems, 254 acres of open space, and
53 acres of streetscape and medians.
Current service levels require work by
nearly 87 employees, 12 seasonal
workers, and maintenance of 251
vehicles for Village operations,
including the Police Department.
In 2008, the Village completed a study
to address current and future space
needs to support operations. The
results of the study prompted City
Council in 2009 to approve the
purchase of a two-acre parcel
containing an existing storage building
located directly to the west of the
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maintenance facility — the Emporia parcel — to allow for
expanded operations of the Maintenance Facility.
“Modifications to the Maintenance Facility were planned to
create a more productive and efficient work environment and
reflect the proper image of the Village,” said John Sheldon,
Director of Public Works.
Phase I of the Maintenance Facility modifications mainly
occurred to the Emporia Street parcel. Major areas that were
addressed included a new fleet maintenance building;
construction of a new sand and salt storage building for snow
and ice control materials; expanded material bins to allow for
bulk purchasing of materials such as mulch; and canopies for
Village equipment.
POLICE
DEPARTMENT
CRIME LAB
A well-equipped and
modernized crime
lab is a critical
element of the
Greenwood Village
Police Department’s
ability to solve
crimes. The previous
crime lab, built in
the 1980s, was
renovated as part of
the Maintenance
Facility project to
improve space needs
for police officers and staff and meet the 21st century
demands of policing.
The new crime lab now houses new state-of-the-art crime lab
equipment which can deliver forensic services such as the
processing of fingerprints; have a drying cabinet that is
specifically used to dry items that contain moisture or blood;
and have an area in the lab to take close up photographs of
evidence that may present items such as hairs, fibers, or
blood spatter. The new Crime Lab has improved the
timeframe of analysis of evidence by the Police Department
before forwarding to the Colorado Bureau of Investigations
(CBI) for further analysis. In addition, the new building has
triggered the Police Department’s capacity to work on cyber,
cellular technical and financial crimes.
The renovation also includes expanded space to
accommodate the secure processing, cataloging and storage of
all types of evidence; a secure area for customers to retrieve
any property items seized during investigations; a designated
vehicle processing bay for examination and inspection of any
vehicles taken for investigation; an identified area for police
officers to process property and evidence, and an alarm and
video monitoring system to monitor the facility 24-hours a
day.
“Our new crime lab and evidence facility is indicative of our
Police Department’s performance in our expertise and
professional recovery and examination of evidentiary
materials to aid in the investigation of criminal offenses in
Greenwood Village,” said Chief of Police John Jackson. “We
now have a crime lab that minimizes the potential to
compromise any evidence on the cases that we process and
ensures our officers now have a state-of-the-art resource to
help them do their jobs better to keep our citizens safe.”
These modifications to the Maintenance Facility and Police
Crime Lab were identified as Phase I of two phases planned
for improved facilities. Phase II of the project will include
renovation of the existing Maintenance Facility shop areas
and expansion of the administrative offices and improved
parking for guests and employees. At this time, funding for
construction of Phase II has yet to be determined and will
require City Council approval in the future. The entire
project is estimated to cost $16,000,000.
For more information, please call John Sheldon,
Director of Public Works, at 303-708-6136 or email
jsheldon@greenwoodvillage.com. GV
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GOVERNMENT
ENSURING A SAFE
community
The Greenwood Village Police Department works to protect residents and businesses from crime, but to effectively sustain a crime-free
environment requires an active, engaged, and aware community. Remember — the most important single act you can do is to be aware of
your surroundings at all times and call the Police to report crimes or suspicious activities! As an observer, if the situation doesn’t look or
feel right, it probably is not. By going with your instincts, your actions could help deter a crime in progress or save the life of a neighbor.
BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY
TRAVELING TO AND FROM SCHOOL
School Bus
• If your child’s school bus has lap/shoulder seat belts, make
sure your child uses one at all times when in the bus.
• Wait for the bus to stop before approaching it from the
curb.
• Do not move around on the bus.
• Check to see that no other traffic is coming before
crossing the street.
• Make sure to always remain in clear view of the bus driver.
• Tell your child not to bend down in front of the bus to tie
shoes or pick up objects, as the driver may not see him
before starting to move.
• Children should always board and exit the bus at locations
that provide safe access to the bus or to the school
building.
Cars
• All passengers should wear a seat belt and/or use an ageand
size-appropriate car safety seat or booster seat.
• All children younger than 13 years of age should ride in
the rear seat of vehicles. If you must drive more children
than can fit in the rear seat (when carpooling, for
example), move the front-seat passenger’s seat as far back
as possible and have the child ride in a booster seat if the
seat belts do not fit properly without it.
• Require seat belt use and limit the number of teen
passengers. Do not allow eating, drinking, cell phone
conversations or texting to prevent driver distraction; and
limit nighttime driving and driving in inclement weather.
Bicycles
• Always wear a bicycle helmet, no matter how short or
long the ride.
• Ride on the right, in the same direction as auto traffic.
• Use appropriate hand signals, and respect traffic lights and
stop signs.
• Wear bright colored clothing to increase visibility.
Walking To School
• Make sure your child’s walk to a school is a safe route with
well-trained adult crossing guards at every intersection.
Make sure your child walks to school on a safe route and always
with at least one other child.
• Carefully consider whether or not your child is ready to
walk to school without adult supervision.
• Brightly colored clothing will make your child more
visible to drivers.
• Teach your child never to talk to strangers or accept rides
or gifts from strangers. Remember, a stranger is anyone
you or your children don’t know well or don’t trust.
• Be sure that your child knows his or her home phone
number and address, your work number, the number of
another trusted adult and how to call 911 for emergencies.
BULLYING
When Your Child Is Bullied
• Help your child learn how to respond by looking the
bully in the eye, stand tall and stay calm, and walk away.
• Teach your child when and how to ask for help and make
friends with others.
• Alert school officials to the problems and work with them
on solutions.
• Make sure an adult who knows about the bullying can
watch out for your child’s safety and well-being when you
cannot be there.
PG. 12 GV NEWSLETTER | AUGUST 2016
GOVERNMENT
When Your Child Is The Bully
• Be sure your child knows that bullying is never
OK.
• Set firm and consistent limits on your child’s
aggressive behavior.
• Be a positive role model, and use effective, nonphysical
discipline, such as loss of privileges.
• Develop practical solutions with the school
principal, teachers, counselors, and parents of the
children your child has bullied.
DRIVERS IN SCHOOL ZONES
• The Flashing Yellow Light, School Zone areas
indicate that traffic must slow down from the
beginning of the lights until the next speed
limit sign or signage that indicates the school
zone has ended. School Zone times vary, and it is
the driver’s responsibility to be aware and drive
according to the posted signs and lights.
• Fines are doubled in school zones.
• Stop for school buses. Colorado law dictates a
driver of a vehicle, upon meeting from either
direction any school bus which has stopped and
has activated its red flashing lights, is required to
stop the vehicle. Drivers do not need to stop for a
school bus upon meeting or passing a school bus
which is on a different roadway. School bus drivers
are authorized to report violators to the
appropriate law enforcement agency who may
issue a citation on the basis of the information
provided.
• Remember that the sun can obscure your vision
any time of the year. Use visors and sunglasses to
reduce glare and make it easier to see pedestrians.
• Pedestrians, once in a crosswalk, have the right
of way. If you maintain a safe speed for conditions
and foot traffic you should have plenty of time to
slow down and stop safely.
• When the traffic lights go to yellow is the time
to slow down and prepare to stop. Please don’t
drive to beat the lights. They are timed based on
the speed limits and traffic. When you rush one
light you often just get stopped at the next one.
• Be patient, be aware. Many people are distracted
in these hurried times. Make sure the intersection
is clear of people and traffic before going ahead,
even if you do have a green light.
• Right on Red. Where allowed, and not all
intersections are clear for right on red, the car at
the red light does not have the right of way. Cars
turning on arrows, or going with the flow of
traffic always have the right of way.
Drivers should be cautious when driving around schools and obey all
traffic regulations for the safety of students.
GREENWOOD VILLAGE
CITIZENS’ ACADEMY
SESSIONS MOVED TO SPRING 2017
The Greenwood Village
Citizens’ Police Academy,
originally scheduled to begin
in September 2016, has been
rescheduled to begin on
February 23, 2017 through
May 18, 2017. Citizens’
Academy application forms are
available at the Police
Department, 6060 South
Quebec Street. The Academy
is free of charge and open to anyone, not just residents of Greenwood
Village. For more information, contact Crystal Dean at 303-486-8226 or
by email at cdean@greenwoodvillage.com.
For more information on back to school safety tips or
rules for drivers in school zones, please call the Police
Department at 303-773-2525. GV
AUGUST 2016 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 13
GOVERNMENT
ENSURING A SAFE
community
PUBLIC SAFETY OPEN HOUSE
Greenwood Village hosted its first Public Safety Open House
on Wednesday, June 22, 2016. The Police Department
invited surrounding law enforcement agencies to include the
Aurora Police Department, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office,
Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office and the Colorado State
Patrol. In addition to the law enforcement agencies,
South Metro Fire Rescue and the Arapahoe Rescue Patrol
participated in the outdoor event.
The event created an opportunity for residents to interact
with Police Officers and Firefighters in a relaxed setting. Kids
and adults alike were able to get hands on with some of the
specialty equipment which included an explosive detection
robot, ballistic shields and climb aboard an armored vehicle.
A section was also set up which included local businesses and
professionals offering special promotions and giveaways.
The event created new relationships between the community
and the Greenwood Village Police Department and also
strengthened old ones. For more information, please call
the Police Department, at 303-773-2525. GV
PG. 14 GV NEWSLETTER | AUGUST 2016
BUSINESS
BUSINESSspotlight
TORCHY’S TACOS
8505 East Arapahoe Road • www.torchystacos.com
Monday-Thursday 7 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday 7 a.m.-11 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-11 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
From humble beginnings in 2006 in Austin, Texas, the
Torchy’s Tacos truck has expanded into an empire of over 30
restaurant venues located in three states and they just keep
getting better with age. The Greenwood Village location is
the upscale street tacos third location in Colorado. Torchy’s
Director of Marketing Brittany Platt cites the Greenwood
Village location as ideal because of its proximity to
I-25 and the Denver Tech Center and the active, familyoriented
residential communities of Greenwood Village.
The early menus were more experimental than established
culinary marvels. So whenever owner and originator Michael
Rypka heard his customers holler “damn” these tacos are
good they were added to the menu. Soon “Damn” Good
became the rally cry at the truck. The taco dream grew and
took on a life of its own with long lines and happy
customers. Today, every Torchy’s Tacos location is determined
to deliver on their “Damn” Good food promise.
Torchy’s serves plump tacos with a variety of fillings you can
only imagine in a taco and some you can’t. Step out of your
comfort zone and be bold when perusing the menu at
Torchy’s Tacos. Favorite Torchy’s Tacos include The
Wrangler, with scrambled eggs and potatoes with smoked
beef brisket, jack cheese and tomatillo sauce. Another
favorite taco for every appetite is the Trailer Park which
includes fried chicken, green chilies, lettuce, Pico de Gallo
and cheese on a flour tortilla with poblano sauce. You can
even get it “Trashy” by taking off the lettuce and adding
queso. Torchy’s offers a Darn Good Kids’ Menu with
variations on favorites like the Trailer Park and the Chicken
Fajita tacos. Unique creations just for kids are also available.
Since the beginning, the loyal customers of Torchy’s Tacos
have played a big part in the culture and history of the taco
restaurant — including their menu. Many of the current
offerings once started as Tacos of the Month, and were so
popular they were added to the menu. The tacos of the
month are an array of specialty tacos that are featured
throughout the year. Together with the taco of the month
and the taco for every appetite advertised on their menu
page, Torchy’s has a secret menu of seven delicious tacos.
Customers in the “know” can request a copy of the secret
menu. After reading this article, you’ll be in the know and
can order these secretive tacos for yourself.
Torchy’s is confident in the products they serve and the
people who deliver the products. If not regionally-sourced,
you can be sure it’s responsibly-sourced. Torchy’s works with
brands who share the philosophy that serving the best thing
is the right thing, and they are constantly striving to better
themselves.
The new Torchy’s in Greenwood Village also has a full bar
with house cocktails including signature margaritas, locally
brewed craft beers and rotating happy-hour specials. Your
server will be happy to explain that day’s full bar offerings.
Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 3 to 7 p.m.
Tacos are on the rise! In June 2015, Restaurant Business
Magazine released their annual future 50 — a list of the
industry’s movers and shakers that rank among the fastestcontinued
on page 17
AUGUST 2016 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 15
BUSINESS
DTC|GREENWOOD VILLAGE
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
update
SCISSORS & SCOTCH —
A HAIRCUT WITH A TWIST
by Amy Jewett Sampson,
Board Member
A relaxing neck and shoulder massage,
along with a hot lather on the back of
neck and rejuvenating steamed towel
treatment will soon be the norm in
Greenwood Village. The spa-like
barber shop, catering to men who are
looking not just for any haircut,
Scissors & Scotch plans to open its
doors at The Landmark in September.
“We chose The Landmark as the first
Scissors & Scotch location in Denver
because the community offers the
perfect mix of nearby residences,
businesses and entertainment options,
all of which overlap with our target
demographic,” said Christian Alavi,
managing partner of the S & S
Landmark. “With its strong
community ties and philanthropic
efforts, the DTC/Greenwood Village
Chamber gives us the opportunity to
build strong community relationships
and grow our brand.”
According to its website, Scissors &
Scotch provides an enjoyable
grooming experience that every guy
deserves. “S & S offers a combination
of traditional barbering services and
modern spa treatments in a truly
relaxing atmosphere. Choose from a
full suite of service offerings before
SCISSORS & SCOTCH
The Landmark
7600 Landmark Way, Suite 107
Greenwood, Village
www.scissorsscotch.com
Monday – 12 to 8 p.m.
Tuesday-Thursday – 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday – 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
enjoying a complimentary, handcrafted
cocktail in its private lounge.”
The tiered 10, 15 and 25 year service
continued on page 17
Visit our Web site at: www.dtcchamber.com
E-mail us: admin@gvchamber.com
Phone: 303-290-9922
7600 Landmark Way, Suite 1615
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Fax: 303-962-4640
WHAT THE CHAMBER CAN DO FOR YOUR BUSINESS:
• Be a catalyst for your business’ economic success by providing access to
strategic opportunities to grow your business’ footprint in the community;
• Provide opportunities to build relationships organically through the many
Chamber activities, committees and events;
• Promote your business through the Chamber website and Chamber
Member Spotlight in the Greenwood Village Newsletter;
• Professional and personal development through involvement on various
Chamber committees;
• Broaden your business and community outreach through corporate
philanthropic efforts to give back to worthy causes;
• Build meaningful alliances through the many nonprofit and charitable
organizations the Chamber supports throughout the year.
PG. 16 GV NEWSLETTER | AUGUST 2016
BUSINESS
NEW GV businesses
ATTORNEY
The Law Offices of
Jordan & Associates, LLC
5445 DTC Parkway, Suite 910
303-766-8153
BANK
First Citizens
Bank & Trust Company
8480 East Belleview Avenue
303-998-2699
CPA
Hristopoulos & Company, P.C.
8480 East Orchard Road,
Suite 3150
303-831-7300
CONTRACT SECURITY SERVICES
Whelan Security Management
Company, Incorporated
5290 DTC Parkway, Suite 160
303-221-4518
ENGINEERING
CONSULTING SERVICES
Haley & Aldrich, Incorporated
8101 East Prentice Avenue,
Suite 600
720-616-4400
FINANCIAL PLANNING
Versus Capital
5555 DTC Parkway, Suite 330
303-895-3770
INSURANCE
Russell Insurance Services
7395 East Orchard Road, Suite 400
303-877-4330
INVESTMENT
CONSULTING SERVICES
Ellwood Associates
6400 South Fiddler’s Green Circle,
Suite 500
303-738-0300
LASER AND SKIN
CARE SERVICES
Laser Remedy Skin Solutions
8577 East Arapahoe Road,
Suite C
303-990-0120
MANUFACTURE OF
NOVELTY ITEMS
Geek Details
6801 South Emporia Street,
Suite 101
660-233-3024
MEDICAL PROVIDER
Colorado Physicians
Health Associates, LLC
5340 South Quebec Street,
Suite 210-D
720-359-7980
MORTGAGE COMPANY
Eagle Home Mortgage
8000 East Maplewood Avenue,
Suite 100
303-481-0277
PRE-EMPLOYMENT
DRUG SCREENING
Fastest Labs of South Denver
6810 South Dallas Way
303-941-1569
REAL ESTATE SERVICES —
HOME INSPECTIONS
CBA Home Inspections
6635 South Dayton Street,
Suite 200
303-694-9631
RESTAURANT
Teriyaki Madness
8547 East Arapahoe Road, Suite F
303-771-5280
Torchy’s Tacos
8505 East Arapahoe Road
303-721-0060
SURETY BOND AGENCY
Bond Placements, Limited
5261 South Quebec Street,
Suite 100
303-705-9887
BUSINESS UNDER
NEW OWNERSHIP
HOUSEKEEPING
Merry Maids #123
6836 South Dallas Way
303-790-1900
RESTAURANT
Zoup!
9672 East Arapahoe Road
303-790-9900
SKIN CARE AND MASSAGE
Sontuosa, LLC
7939 East Arapahoe Road,
Suite 250
303-550-9563
chamber update
business spotlight
continued from page 16
memberships — not that you have to join for that long —
include a shampoo/cut, shave, and steamed-towel treatment.
Extras may include a repairing hand paraffin wax dip or a
soothing scalp massage during every visit depending on the
service membership level you choose.
If you have any questions about information appearing on
the Chamber’s Greenwood Village Newsletter page, please
email Amy, Chamber Communications Chair, at
amy@sampsonpr.com. GV
SAVE THE DATE
TASTE OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE
The 16th Annual Signature Event for the DTC|Greenwood
Village Chamber of Commerce is October 20, 2016,
and will benefit the Cherry Creek Schools Foundation.
Watch for more details or visit DtcChamber.com.
continued from page 15
growing small chain restaurant concepts on the rise. There
are plenty of pizza and wings to be found here, but Torchy’s
lands among only two taco concepts to make the list and
that’s enough to make Torchy’s “damn” proud.
Torchy’s is all about supporting the grassroots organizations
within their stores’ surrounding communities. But they also
focus their greater assistance in areas of extreme passion:
childhood enrichment, addiction recovery and cancer
research. At the end of each year, proceeds from all Tacos of
the Month are calculated and distributed among the “Big 3.”
Since 2010, they are proud to have contributed over
$400,000 to the following organizations: MD Anderson
Cancer Center, Phoenix House and Make-A-Wish.
To learn more about Torchy’s Tacos and their menu, visit
their website at torchystacos.com. Torchy’s Tacos is open
Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Fridays
from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. They are located at
8505 East Arapahoe Road. Rush over to Torchy’s Tacos and
have a “damn” good taco. GV
AUGUST 2016 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 17
ARTS AND RECREATION
A RACE TO HAVE FUN
WITH THE ENTIRE FAMILY
Our annual festival celebrating community,
family and friends was filled with paddleboarding,
carnival rides, art tents, pump track, food, and
inflatables that were enjoyed by the young and
the old at this year’s event. Families enjoyed a
fun-filled day ending with live music and the
spectacular fireworks display. GV
PG. 18 GV NEWSLETTER | AUGUST 2016
ARTS AND RECREATION
AUGUST 2016 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 19
ARTS AND RECREATION
RECREATION programs
Register online at
www.greenwoodvillage.com/registration
For more information call the Arts and Recreation Division at 303-486-5773.
Greenwood Village is hosting the
FALL-O-WEEN FALL FEST
at William McKinley Carson Park • 6060 South Quebec Street
Saturday, October 1, 2016 • 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Tickets are required to attend this event.
The tickets will be available August 29-September 28 at the
Parks, Trails and Recreation counter at City Hall from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. ID required.
11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.:
Music, Art Projects, Inflatables, Face Painters,
Costume Contest, Carnival Games and Live Shows.
A special event for the
residents of Greenwood Village
For more information call 303-486-5773
Come Rain or Shine
“FOCUS”
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES FOR 50+
Mondays- 9-10:15 a.m.
(NEW DAY AND TIME)
Join the fun and be part of
this ongoing, casual
environment program for
people 50+. Meet in the
Curtis Arts & Humanities
Basement. This program is
free. For questions please
contact Gina Oldenburg at
720-227-8685.
AUTUMN CALENDAR
Monday, September 12
(RSVP required)
“A TASTE OF FRANCE”
Celebrate a touch of French
culture music and food.
Monday, September 19
Anything Goes
Share your favorite artwork,
picture, computer tips or
newspaper article.
Monday, September 26
Curtis Café
Enjoy the music of Mark
Hooper (pianist).
Monday, October 3
Hudson Gardens
Walking Tour
Meet at Curtis Arts &
Humanities Center by 9 a.m.
Monday, October 10
There will be no Focus
Meeting
Monday, October 17
(RSVP required)
“A TASTE OF JAPAN”
Enjoy Japanese cuisine,
costumes and culture.
Monday, October 24
Curtis Café
Guitar Sing-a-long with
Robin Braun.
PG. 20 GV NEWSLETTER | AUGUST 2016
ARTS AND RECREATION
GREENWOOD VILLAGE FALL YOUTH RECREATION PROGRAMS
Register online at www.greenwoodvillage.com/registration.
For more information call the Arts and Recreation Division at 303-486-5773.
REGISTER NOW!
BOYS & GIRLS
PEE WEE GOLF
Day and Dates: Mondays,
September 12,19, 26
Time: 4-4:30 p.m.
Ages: 5 to 6 years old
Fee: $30
Limit: 8 golfers
Location: Family Sports Center
(Arapahoe and Peoria)
BOYS & GIRLS
PEE WEE SOCCER
Day and Dates: Wednesdays,
September 7, 14, 21, 28
Time: 4:15-5 p.m.
Ages: 4 to 6 years old
Fee: $40
Limit: 20 players
Location: Silo Park,
9300 East Orchard Road
BOYS & GIRLS
PEE WEE BASKETBALL
Day and Dates: Mondays, September
19, 26 and October 3, 10, 17
Time: 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Ages: 4 to 6 years old
Fee: $40
Limit: 20 players
Location: Campus Middle School
4985 S. Dayton Street
BEGINNING
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Day and Dates: Tuesdays,
September 6, 13, 20
Time: 4:15-5 p.m.
Ages: 8 to 12 years old
Fee: $30
Limit: 12 bicyclists
Location: Village Greens Park North
9301 East Union Avenue
Must have a mountain bike and
helmet
BOYS & GIRLS
YOUTH BASKETBALL
Day and Dates: Tuesdays, September
20, 27, October 4, 11, 18
Time: 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Ages: 6 to 9 years old
Fee: $50
Limit: 20 players
Location: Campus Middle School
4985 South Dayton Street
BOYS & GIRLS SPEED
AND AGILITY CAMP
Day and Dates: Thursdays,
September 3, 10, 17, 24
Time: 4:15-5 p.m.
Ages: 6 to 12 years old
Fee: $40
Limit: 20 participants
Location: Silo Park
9300 East Orchard Road
TEEN ART STUDIO
The Teen Painting Studio offers
teenagers the opportunity to learn how
to paint and improve their painting
skills.
No experience necessary!
This class is for all levels.
Day and Time:
Tuesdays, 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Fee: $50 for each studio
Ages: 12 to 15
Instructor: Candace French
Location:
Curtis Arts & Humanities Center
2349 East Orchard Road
Greenwood Village 80121
TEEN ART STUDIO –
EXPLORING ACRYLICS
Dates: September 6
through October 11
In Exploring Acrylics, the teens will
explore brushwork, brush care, palette
knife painting and more. This class
includes demos and lots of individual
attention. Composition and The Five
Easy Steps to Jumpstart Any Painting
and Bring It to Completion will be
shared. Based on the teen’s skill level
they will create their own painting of
an image-photo that makes their heart
sing using acrylic on canvas.
TEEN EXPLORING
MIXED MEDIA, 4 WEEKS
Dates: November 1 through
November 29
The Teen Painting Studio offers
teenagers the opportunity to learn how
to paint and improve their painting
skills. In Exploring Mixed Media,
teens will experience texture, foils,
charcoal and mediums. This class
includes lectures, notes, demos and
individual attention. Aspects of
abstract composition and what makes
an abstract piece “work” will be
shared.
AUGUST 2016 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 21
ARTS AND RECREATION
ART
programs
Register online at
www.greenwoodvillage.com/registration
For more information call the the Curtis Arts & Humanities Center at 303-797-1779.
FALL ADULT ART CLASSES
Don’t miss out on a variety of art workshops for all art levels at the Curtis Arts & Humanities Center
for ages 16 and older. There is a 10% Senior Discount for ages 65 and older.
Location: Curtis Arts & Humanities Center, 2349 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80121
Register online at www.greenwoodvillage.com/registration.
CASUAL
WATERCOLOR
Day and Dates:
Mondays, August 29
through October 10
Time: 1 to 3 p.m.
Fee: $120
Instructor:
Renee Reese
PAINTING THE
IMPRESSIONIST WAY
Day and Dates: Tuesdays,
September 6 through October 11
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fee: $120
Instructor: Joanne Burney
PORTRAITURE AND
FIGURE PAINTING
Day and Dates: Tuesdays,
September 6 through October 11
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: $120
Instructor: Joanne Burney
EXPLORING ACRYLICS
Day and Dates: Tuesdays,
September 6 through October 11
Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Fee: $120
Instructor: Candace French
SUCCESSFUL
EVERYDAY PAINTING
Day and Dates: Wednesdays,
September 14 through October 19
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fee: $120
Instructor: Aimee Deneweth
DRAWING AND
SKETCHING
Day and Dates: Wednesdays,
August 31 through October 5
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: $120
Instructor: Rick Brogan
SAND TO IRON
Join artist Teresa Castaneda at the Curtis Arts & Humanities Center for a fun sand carving
party to prepare for the IRON POUR on Saturday, October 8 at 5 p.m. at Curtis Park.
Iron Workshop for Adults 13 years and older, Saturday, September 17, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Iron Workshop for Kids 6 to 12 years old, Wednesdays, September 21 & 28, 4:30 to 6 p.m.
$25 for each workshop • Curtis Arts & Humanities Center
20 participants for each workshop • Instructed by Teresa Castaneda
Register online at www.greenwoodvillage.com/registration • Information: 303-797-1779
WATERCOLOR
Day and Dates: Fridays,
September 2 through October 7
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or
12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $120
Instructor: Rick Brogan
COFFEE & CANVAS
Gather up your friends for a morning
of painting while enjoying coffee and
conversation.
There’s no better way to start the
weekend than by creating a beautiful
art project of your own. Join Renee
Reese for a creative morning of
painting.
We’ll paint together from start to
finish learning acrylic painting
techniques while enjoying coffee and
artful conversation. There’s no better
way to start the weekend than with
creative energy and a beautiful project.
All supplies are included for you, just
bring your inner artist.
Day and Time:
Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Dates:
August 13 – Lemon Botanical Art
October 22 – Colorado Aspens
November 12 – But first, Coffee!
December 10 – Cardinal in Winter
Fee: $20 for each program
Instructor: Renee Reese
Location:
Curtis Arts & Humanities Center
2349 East Orchard Road
Greenwood Village, CO 80121
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ARTS AND RECREATION
FALL YOUTH ART CLASSES
Register online at www.greenwoodvillage.com/registration.
For more information call the Curtis Arts & Humanities Center at 303-797-1779.
PEE WEE ART
It is never too early to introduce your
preschooler to the arts.
Day and Time: Mondays, 4 to 5 p.m.
September 19 – Watercolor Leaves
September 26 – Glue Art
October 10 – Bowl Melting
October 24 – Batty
November 14 – Sharpy Art
November 21 – Gobble, Gobble
Fee: $10 per class
Ages: 3 to 5 accompanied by an adult
and/or caregiver
Location:
Curtis Arts & Humanities Center
2349 East Orchard Road
YOUTH DRAWING
If your child enjoys drawing and wants
to improve their draftsman skills, then
this is the class for them!
Day and Time:
Fridays, 4 to 5:15 p.m.
September 2 through September 23
September 30 through October 21
November 4 through December 9
Fee: $50 per class
Ages: 10 to 15
Instructor: Rick Brogan
Location:
Curtis Arts & Humanities Center
2349 East Orchard Road
FALL INTO ART
Create fall themed works of art using a
variety of materials.
Day and Time: Wednesdays, 4:30 to 6
p.m.
Dates: October 5 through October 19
Fee: $50
Ages: 6 to 12
Location:
Curtis Arts & Humanities Center
2349 East Orchard Road
OPTICAL ILLUSION
Learn the art of perspective drawing to
create illusionistic works of art.
Day and Time: Wednesdays, 4:30 to 6
p.m.
Dates: November 2 through
November 16
Fee: $50
Ages: 6 to 12
Location:
Curtis Arts & Humanities Center
2349 East Orchard Road
FALL BREAK
THEATER CAMP
Calling young actors! Join us during
fall break to learn how to act and put
on a theatrical showcase.
Day and Dates: Monday, October 24
through Friday, October 28
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fee: $100 (includes, costume, makeup
and lunch on performance day)
Ages: 8 to 12
Instructor: Troy Horne
Location:
City of Greenwood Village –
Community Room
6060 South Quebec Street
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6060 South Quebec Street
Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591
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ARTS AND RECREATION
ART events
CURTIS ARTS & HUMANITIES CENTER
GALLERY HOURS
Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
CURTIS ARTS & HUMANITIES CENTER • 2349 EAST ORCHARD ROAD, GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80121 • 303-797-1779
SAVE THE DATE!
IRON POUR at the Curtis Arts & Humanities Center,
October 8 at 5 p.m. More information coming soon.
SENIOR PROGRAM SCHEDULE CHANGE
Beginning Monday, September 12
New schedule for our senior programs.
9-10:15 a.m. – FOCUS 50+
10:15-11:15 a.m. – DANCE
11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. – HARMONICA
All programs will take place in the Curtis Arts & Humanities
Center basement. Free to the public, drop-ins welcome.
If you have any questions please call Cathy Pate,
Recreation Manager, at 303-486-5766.
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