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USPIS-DENVER TEAMS 

UP WITH VILLAGE TO PREVENT 

MAIL/ PACKAGE THEFTS 

The United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) Denver 

is teaming up with Greenwood Village and other select 

communities to develop a partnership to 

safeguard your mail and valuable packages. As 

you may know, the Village is an attraction for 

criminals to steal mail and “porch pirates” who 

snatch packages off of doorsteps, especially 

when no one is home. Unfortunately, this is 

happening in our community more often than 

we would like. It’s critical that neighbors help 

each other by actively observing activity in your 

neighborhood, ask each other for help picking 

up a package when its delivered, or even sharing 

Ron Rakowsky 

rrakowsky@ 

greenwoodvillage.com 

303-486-5741 

surveillance footage to help catch a thief in the 

act. 

Here are some helpful tips on keeping your mail 

and packages safe: 

Consider taking control of your mail delivery. Through 

myusps.com you can manage package delivery, track the 

status of deliveries, schedule a more convenient time for 

USPS to deliver your package, and see all the packages en 

route to your home before they arrive — all online. 

Don’t leave your mail or parcels unattended — especially 

overnight. Just like you wouldn’t leave your wallet or purse 

on the front seat of your unlocked car in the driveway, you 

shouldn’t leave your mail or parcels unprotected for any 

length of time. Arrange for someone to be home to receive 

your package, or ask a close neighbor if they can pick up 

your package and hold it for you until you get home. 

Consider an alternate shipping address. If you have a stayat-home 

neighbor, reach out to them to enlist their help as an 

alternate delivery address. Some employers will allow you to 

ship small amounts of personal items to your work location 

as well. 

It’s 3 p.m. — do you know where your package is? You 

could! The USPS provides real-time tracking for a wide-range 

of products, enabling you to monitor your package’s status 

from tender to delivery. Registered users of USPS.com can 

receive status updates via text alerts delivered to their mobile 

devices. Or download the Informed Delivery app. Informed 

Delivery provides users with new visibility into their mail and 

packages, wherever they are, 24?7. Sign up today for 

InformedDelivery.com. 

Change of plans? Change your package’s delivery address, 

even while it’s in transit! If you’ll be away when your package 

is being delivered, try USPS Package Intercept®. Prior to 

delivery, you can redirect most domestic package shipments 

to the sender, a new address, or the Post Office to be held for 

pickup. You can also customize your delivery by providing 

personalized instructions on InformedDelivery.com to 

establish your package delivery preferences. 

Keep thieves at bay while you’re away. Hold your mail at 

your Post Office. If you’re comfortable, notify a neighbor 

that you’ll be out of town and ask for help keeping an eye 

out for your packages to be picked up promptly. If you’re 

going away for a few days and don’t want to risk leaving your 

package unattended, take advantage of the Postal Service’s 

Request Hold Mail service. Your letters and packages will be 

held securely at your local Post Office until you’re back in 

town. 

Secure your shipment. The Postal Service’s Signature 

Services help ensure your package ends up in the right hands, 

by requiring a signature at time of delivery. This service is 

available with Priority Mail Express and Priority Mail. 

Remember, if you ever notice an unfamiliar vehicle following 

behind the USPS truck or unknown persons hovering around 

neighborhood mailboxes; report the activity to the Police 

Department by calling 9-1-1 and Postal Inspectors 

immediately by calling 1-877-876-2455 (say “theft”). The 

package you save may be your own! 

You can learn more about mail theft alerts, prevention tips 

and news about USPIS in the Village, by following 

Greenwood Village on Facebook, Twitter, Next Door or 

visiting our Website at greenwoodvillage.com. 

Tips provided by USPIS 

PG. 2 GV NEWSLETTER | AUGUST 2017

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 

Freda Miklin 

fmiklin@ 


303-804-4138 

Leslie Schluter 

lschluter@ 


303-804-4135 

Steve Moran 

smoran@ 


303-804-4133 

T.J. Gordon 

tgordon@ 


303-804-4132 

Dave Bullock 

dbullock@ 


303-804-4137 

Darryl Jones 

djones@ 


303-804-4136 

George Lantz 

glantz@ 


303-804-4134 

Tom Bishop 

tbishop@ 


303-804-4131 

POLICE DEPARTMENT 

PATROLS ON NEW E-BIKES 

The Police Department has recently added two 

electric bicycles to their bike unit. The bicycles will 

be used by the Bike Unit Officers to conduct patrols 

of the Village to include commercial areas, school 

campuses, and Fiddler’s Green Amphitheater during 

concerts. The bicycles will also be a great asset in the 

many trails and parks of the Village. Utilizing the 

extremely low audio output of the bicycles versus fullsize 

police vehicles will preserve the beauty and 

serenity of the trails and not disturb trail users. 

The two Quiet-Kat QKM750-X all terrain, electric 

bicycles operate like a standard mountain bike with 

gears but can be switched to electric power. The 

bicycle can achieve speeds of up to 30mph with an 

average battery life of 3hrs, depending on the use, 

distance and speed. The bicycle is extremely versatile 

with oversized tires which gives it the ability to 

manipulate numerous 

terrain to include snow. 

For more information, 

please call Biagio Burriesci, 

Police Recruitment and 

Training Coordinator, 

at 303-486-8223 or 

email bburriesci@ 

greenwoodvillage.com. 

IT TAKES A GROUP OF 

TEENS TO CLEAN IT UP 

I think teens are the most capable and under-estimated group of 

people in our community today. In small or big ways, they can make 

a difference in this world that can influence, inspire and improve the 

lives of others. I wanted to make mention of a notable example in 

which a single person created positive change in Greenwood Village. 

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AUGUST 2017 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 3

GOVERNMENT 

Mayor Ron 

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Greenwood Village extends its appreciation to 

Eagle Scout Trent Fowler. Trent, as part of his 

Eagle Scout requirements, initiated a project, 

with assistance from Parks, Trails, and Recreation 

Commission member Brent Neiser to create 

chalk walls at the Curtis Center. A few walls 

outside the Curtis Center had been a target for graffiti. Trent 

and his co-Eagle Scouts committed three days of hard work 

sandblasting and sandpapering and applying several coats of 

paint to create the chalk wall. The chalk walls allow kids and 

adults the chance to create their own temporary artwork, 

alleviating the opportunity for future graffiti incidents. If you 

are feeling creative and want to doodle on the chalk wall, 

stop by the Curtis Center at 2349 E. Orchard Road. 

CDOT PLANS PROJECT TO 

REDUCE CONGESTION ON 

I-225 SOUTHBOUND IN DTC 

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) will 

conduct a pilot project, 

to reduce congestion on 

I-225 southbound in the 

Denver Tech Center 

(DTC) area. The project 

will re-stripe, adding a 

lane on I-225 

southbound from 

Yosemite to I-25, 

providing more room for 

traffic flow. While the restriping 

will convert the 

shoulder to a third lane, 

a concrete barrier will be 

placed to restrict DTC 

RAMBLE WITH RON IN AUGUST 

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: 

Wednesday, August 16 — 

Westlands Park, 5701 S. Quebec Street 

Thursday, August 17 — 

Tommy Davis Park, Swim Club Lot, 9200 E. Orchard Road. 

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. 

on-ramp traffic to I-25 northbound only. This will prohibit 

drivers from weaving across lanes to get to I-25 southbound, 

which will make I-225 southbound operate more efficiently. 

Construction will take place during the nights only and last 

one to two weeks in late September or October. There will be 

at least one travel lane open during construction. Watch for 

more information on this project in the September 

Newsletter. Questions, please call CDOT’s Region I 

Customer Service at 303-759-2368. 

CONNECT WITH US: 

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Are you already following Greenwood Village on social 

media? If not, here are five good reasons to hop on board. 

1. Be the first to hear about Greenwood Village issues, events 

and activities. 

2. Keep yourself up-to-date on what’s happening in the 

community right now. 

3. Learn important safety and life tips. 

4. Easily connect with us where and when it’s most 

convenient for you. 

5. Get immediate breaking news and alerts. 

There are many other reasons, but I felt compelled to share 

these links so you can easily find Greenwood Village on 

social media. If you have any questions, please call the City 

Manager’s Office at 303-486-5745. GV 

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VILLAGE CALENDAR 

Visit 

WWW.GREENWOODVILLAGE.COM 

for more information 

Information is subject to change 

september 2017 

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 

27 28 29 30 31 

1 2 

3 4 

5 

Labor Day 

Village Facilities 

Closed 

★ SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD RECYCLING ★ 

P&Z Commission 

7 p.m. 

City Hall 

6 7 8 9 

NO TRASH SERVICE 

10 11 

12 

13 

14 

15 16 

City Council 

Study Session 

6 p.m. 

Meeting 

7 p.m. 

City Hall 

PTR Commission 

7 p.m. 

City Hall 

17 18 

19 

20 21 

City Council 

Study Session 

6 p.m. 

City Hall 


P&Z Commission 

7 p.m. 

City Hall 

GVAHC Meeting 

6:30 p.m. 

Curtis Center 

22 23 

24 

25 26 

PTR Commission 

7 p.m. 

City Hall 

27 

28 

BOAA Meeting 

6:30 p.m. 

City Hall 

29 30 



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 AUGUST 31 

Summer 

Restaurant 

Romp 

Check out 

some of the 

new dining 

spots in 

Greenwood 

Village. 

Protecting Your Pets 

From Wildlife 

Greenwood Village is home 

to many acres of natural 

open space, trails and 

waterways that attract 

various species of wildlife. 

Learn how to protect your 

pets from having a negative 

encounter with wildlife. 

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. 

Catch Me 

If You Can 

Burglaries and 

car thefts are 

happening in Village 

neighborhoods. 

Learn how to 

protect your home 

and belongings 

once and for all. 

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. 


GOVERNMENT 

ENHANCING OUR 

community 

GOLDSMITH GULCH TRAIL 

EXTENSION AND CALEY AVENUE 

UNDERCROSSING COMPLETED 

PEDESTRIANS GET SAFER CROSSING 

TO LIGHT RAIL STATION 

In July, members of the City Council, Parks, Trails, and 

Recreation Commission, and residents celebrated the opening 

of the Goldsmith Gulch Trail Extension and Caley Avenue 

Undercrossing project. The extension of the trail allows for 

users to access the Arapahoe at Village Center Station bus 

and light rail station and the Village Center from the north 

without crossing traffic. Funding for the project was provided 

through a partnership between Greenwood Village, Arapahoe 

County Open Spaces, and the Transportation Improvement 

Program (TIP). 

The Goldsmith Gulch Trail Extension and Caley Avenue 

Undercrossing Project was the first implemented element of 

the Huntington-Caley Mater Plan adopted by City Council 

in 2014. The Huntington-Caley corridor consists of 15-acres 

of open space east of Yosemite Street at Caley Avenue which 

includes the site of the former Onslager and Metro Church 

of God properties that was purchased by the Village in 1998 

and 1999. The parcels were 

rezoned to open space by the 

City Council in 2001. The 

corridor also consists of 

Huntington Park and the 

Caley Pond Open Space. 

The next phase of 

implementation for the 

Huntington-Caley Master Plan 

is the restoration of Goldsmith 

Gulch between Caley Avenue and Fair 

Avenue that is planned for construction in 

late fall of 2017. The project will include 

braided gardens, seating areas, and 

exploratory trails along and through the 

restored wetlands. 

For more information, please call Suzanne 

Moore, Director of Parks, Trails and 

Recreation, at 303-708-6142 or email at 

smoore@greenwoodvillage.com. GV 


GOVERNMENT 

2017 MUNICIPAL 

election 

GREENWOOD VILLAGE MUNICIPAL 

ELECTION INFORMATION 

ELECTION DAY – NOVEMBER 7, 2017 

This year, the City Council 

designated the Village 

Municipal Election to be 

coordinated with Arapahoe 

County. This means voters 

will see the Greenwood 

Village list of candidates for 

Council and Mayor on the 

ballot they receive from 

Arapahoe County. There will 

be no Greenwood Village 

questions on the ballot this 

year. 

Arapahoe County is 

conducting the November 7, 

2017 Coordinated Election 

as a Mail Ballot Election. 

Greenwood Village Electors will receive their ballot by mail. Mail Ballot 

Packets will be mailed to eligible electors between October 16 and October 

20, 2017. Residents may mail their completed ballots back to Arapahoe 

County or drop them off at Greenwood Village City Hall, 6060 Quebec 

Street. 

CANDIDATE INFORMATION 

Running for office is something everyone can do; yet unexplored by many. 

Are you interested in serving your Village? There are countless reasons why 

people choose to run for office; however, no matter what your motivation or 

background, as a member of the Village’s City Council, you will have the 

opportunity to make important contributions toward shaping your 

community. For this reason, becoming an elected official can be one of the 

most rewarding experiences. 

The nomination petition process is the first step in becoming a candidate. 

Nomination petition forms are available in the City Clerk’s Office. A 

candidate must possess the following qualifications to run for office: be a 

United States Citizen; be a registered elector; be 18 years of age by Election 

Day; and have lived in the Village and the specific District for one year 

immediately preceding the election. 

Candidates for the office of City Council must be nominated by at least 

twenty (20) registered electors from such district. Nomination petitions must 

be filed with the City Clerk no later than September 1, 2017, at 5:00 p.m. 

For additional information regarding candidacy, election forms and filing 

requirements, please call the Election Hotline at 303-804-4113. GV 

PRIVACY OF 

VOTER INFORMATION 

Greenwood Village does not maintain a 

public list of registered voters. Arapahoe 

County and the State of Colorado are 

required by law to maintain a variety of 

information about registered voters. Some of 

this information is considered public record 

and must be provided to people who ask for 

it. 

Voter registration records are public records, 

although some personal information 

contained in voter registration records 

remains private. How you voted remains 

private. The contents of ballots are always 

secret. 

Information that is public on the Voter 

Registration list includes the voter’s: 

• full name 

• residential address 

• party affiliation 

• date of affiliation 

• phone number 

(if provided by the voter) 

• gender 

• birth year 

• information about whether the voter has 

voted in prior elections. 

Information that is private includes the 

voter’s: 

• driver’s license number 

• full date of birth 

• email address 

• social security number 

Even if you are listed on the National Do Not 

Call List, political calls to voters are 

permitted under Colorado law. This 

includes telephone solicitations that are: 

• Made for the sole purpose of urging 

support for or opposition to a political 

candidate or ballot issue; or 

• Made for the sole purpose of conducting 

political polls or soliciting the expression 

of opinions, ideas, or votes. 


GOVERNMENT 

Unfortunately, there is no complaint or 

removal process established for these types of 

calls. 

You can contact Arapahoe County at 303- 

795-4511 to request that your phone number 

be removed from your voter registration 

record, but this provides no guarantee that 

your phone number will not be obtained 

from other sources. For example, this will 

remove your phone number from future voter 

lists, but will not remove it from past lists 

released or from a phone directory. 

To reduce the number of political calls, voters 

are urged to return their ballot as early as 

possible before Election Day. Campaigns and 

political parties will see your name on the 

County’s public turnout list “as voted” and 

will remove you from their campaign and ‘get 

out the vote’ lists. 

HOW TO REQUEST 

CONFIDENTIALITY 

If you believe that you or a member of your 

household will be exposed to criminal 

harassment or bodily harm because your voter 

information is publicly available, you may 

request to become a confidential voter 

(section 24-72-204(3.5)(b), C.R.S.). 

Confidential voters’ voting information will 

not be released to the public. To become a 

confidential voter, you must visit the 

Arapahoe County Elections Office, 5334 

South Prince Street, Littleton, CO 80120, in 

person, fill out a voter confidentiality form, 

and pay $5 (cash or check only) for the 

statutorily required processing fee. This will 

remove your information from future lists, 

but will not remove it it from past editions 

already released. 

Survivors of domestic violence, sexual offenses 

or stalking may also enroll in 

https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dcs/acp 

(sections 24-30-2101 to -2115, C.R.S.) 

Voters who are part of this program will not 

have any of their voter information released to 

the public. GV 

Ballot Track is a free service for 

Arapahoe County voters that can 

send you notifications by text 

message, phone call or email when 

your ballot has been sent and 

received by your Elections Division. 

If you prefer not to receive 

messages, you can log in to Ballot 

Track during any election to check 

the status of your ballot. 

Sign up for a free account today at 

https://arapahoe.ballottrax.net/voter 

#/login-auth 

Why Use Ballot Track? 

All active registered voters in 

Colorado will now receive a mail 

ballot in every election. You can 

return your ballot by mail, or deliver 

it to one of our convenient drop-off 

locations in Arapahoe County. No 

matter how you return your ballot, 

Ballot Track will let you know when 

it has been mailed to you and safely 

received for counting! 

How does Ballot Track 

know where my ballot is? 

Your ballot envelope is printed with 

unique bar codes, which are 

scanned when the ballot is mailed 

to you by the U.S. Postal Service, 

picked up by your mail carrier, and 

received by our Elections Facility in 

Littleton. These intelligent bar codes 

allow us to securely track your 

ballot each step of the way. 

How and when will 

Ballot Track notify me? 

If you sign up to receive a phone 

call, SMS text message or email, 

you will receive automated 

messages when your ballot is 

Track My Ballot 

mailed to you, received by the 

Postal Service, and received by 

Arapahoe County Elections. You 

also would receive a message if 

your ballot is returned as 

undeliverable, or cannot be 

processed for some reason that 

requires your attention. 

If you prefer not to receive 

messages, you can log in to Ballot 

Track during any election to check 

the status of your ballot. 

Is there a cost? 

Ballot Track is free for Arapahoe 

County voters! There’s no cost for 

your account or messages. 

However your phone carrier’s 

standard text message or voice 

rates may apply. 

How do I manage my account? 

Simply log in to Ballot Track at any 

time to change your preferences, 

turn off notifications or check the 

status of your ballot. 

For more information, please 

contact Arapahoe County Elections 

at 303-795-4511. 


GOVERNMENT 

OUR NATURAL 

environment 

CONSERVE WATER AND SAVE MONEY ON YOUR WATER BILLS 

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. 

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 disturbance 

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. 

Revisit the watering rules at 

denverwater.org/SummerWatering. 

WATERING YOUR LAWN 

Lawns are often a household’s largest 

water consumer. But by making sure 

your sprinkler system is running 

efficiently, and only giving your lawn 

what it needs, you can have a green, 

healthy lawn while cutting down on 

your water consumption. Take the 

time to learn about your sprinkler 

system, your lawn and your water 

usage to irrigate efficiently. 

Remember, there are no assigned 

watering days, but never water more 

than three days a week. 

Here are some irrigation tips to help 

you get the most out of your watering: 

• Set your irrigation clock to water 

only what each zone needs. 

• Looking for an easy way to see if 

your lawn needs water? Probe your 

lawn with a screwdriver. If it goes 

into the soil easily, that indicates 

sufficient moisture. If the 

screwdriver can’t probe the soil, 

apply water to that area. Two days 

of watering a week should be 

enough; if it’s dry, add another day. 

• Be sure your rain sensor is working 

correctly, and replace it if it’s not. 

• Check irrigation heads after 

mowing to be sure they are not 

damaged. 

• Realign any heads that are spraying 

too high in the air, across pavement 

or into tall grass. 

• Check for system leaks and repair 

them as soon as possible to avoid 

wasting water and damaging 

foundations or landscape features. 

• Consider installing soaker hoses, 

sub-surface piping or drip irrigation 

for your flower beds and shrubs. 

Find more lawn-watering tips at 

denverwater.org/Lawn. 

WATER SAVERS VISIT 

GREENWOOD VILLAGE 

For Denver Water, summer signals the 

season for Water Savers — the friendly 

crew of water-efficiency gurus 

dispatched each year to cruise 

neighborhoods and promote efficient 

water use. 


Photo by Ariel Fried 


GOVERNMENT 

PUBLIC MEETING: OUTDOOR SENIOR EXERCISE EQUIPMENT 

TUESDAY, AUGUST 29 AT 6:30 P.M. 

Hosted by Parks, Trails, and Recreation staff, a public meeting will 

be held on Tuesday, August 29, 6:30 p.m. at Greenwood Village 

City Hall to receive resident input on the installation of outdoor 

exercise equipment for seniors in Curtis Park located adjacent to 

the Curtis Center for the Arts at 2323 E. Orchard Road. 

The Village has long held the desire to increase the number of park 

amenities available to seniors in Greenwood Village. This was 

brought into focus by a Village resident who advocated for outdoor 

exercise equipment accessible to seniors. The Parks, Trails, and 

Recreation Commission gave the issue careful consideration and 

toured potential installation sites. Curtis Park was selected due to 

its proximity to the Curtis Center for the Arts, where many senior 

activities are currently held, and the availability of accessible 

parking. 

A steering committee consisting of Greenwood Village residents, 

local experts on senior issues, senior recreation specialists and 

Village staff was convened. The committee’s preliminary selections 

will be presented for the public’s input at the August 29 meeting. 

On the Commission’s recommendation, City Council included 

funding for the project in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) 

budget. In addition to CIP funding, the Village received grant 

funding of $50,000 from Arapahoe County Open Spaces. 

For more information, please call Julie Liggett, Administrative 

Specialist, at 303-486-5750 or email 

jliggett@greenwoodvillage.com. 


Although they are schooled in our 

summer watering rules, Water Savers 

aren’t out to put the heat on summer 

fun. They are eager to share tips and 

tools to help you sprinkle efficiency in 

your watering routine. 

Water Savers come armed with the 

knowledge and technology to look up 

customers’ water consumption history 

and review irrigation controller 

settings on the spot. And since they 

represent just one of the many 

resources we offer to help you 

conserve, Water Savers can suggest 

other programs to help you use only 

what you need this summer. GV AUGUST 2017 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 11

GOVERNMENT 

AT GREENWOOD 

VILLAGE DAY 

Thousands of residents came to 

Greenwood Village Day wearing yellow 

slickers, umbrellas and smiles. Soon after 

the party started Mother Nature realized 

how much fun the day would be without 

rain and cooperated. It was a great 

community affair for families of all ages, 

sizes and shapes. Along with the traditional 

carnival rides, art tents and blow-ups there 

were games for everyone to play — 

cornhole, kerplunk, badminton, parachute 

races, volleyball, dodgeball, pool golf, t- 

ball and soccer with the Colorado Rapids. 

Monster Grille and Chick-fil-A were on 

hand serving sandwiches, burgers, grilled 

cheese, wraps and salads. There were 

plenty of snowcones and water for 

everyone. The night stage played host to 

smooth jazz with Dotsero and Wash Park 

Band rocked the house prior to the 

fireworks. The day ended with a bang — 

the fireworks display was everything 

expected and more… 

Another great Greenwood Village Day 

where the residents of Greenwood Village 

were given the opportunity to play, enjoy 

friends, and socialize in a safe 

environment! See you next year. GV 


GOVERNMENT 


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. 


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, non-physical 

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. 

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 

Drivers should be cautious when driving around schools and obey 

all traffic regulations for the safety of students. 

ORDINANCE UPDATE 

ILLEGAL DUMPING OF TRASH AND GOODS 

To protect the health, welfare and safety of the public, the City 

Council approved an ordinance regarding illegal dumping of 

trash and goods. It is unlawful for any person to place or dump 

garbage, trash, litter, or refuse or waste material of any kind in, 

under, on or around a private, public or commercial garbage 

refuse dumpster, trash container, solid waste container, or 

recyclable container belonging to another, without prior written 

permission from the owner or person in control of the real 

property upon which the dumpster is located. This ordinance 

also prohibits dumping anything at a location that accepts used 

items for sale, repurposing or gifting to another after hours of 

operation or to leave donation outside a donation bin or box. 

PARK REGULATIONS 

Due to safety concerns, firearms or weapons, including bow and 

arrows, bow-fishing devices and harpoons are prohibited in 

parks and natural open area, except with prior written 

permission of the City Manager. 

For more information on Village Codes, please call the City 

Clerk’s Office at 303-486-5752 or the City Manager’s Office 

303-486-5745 for information related to this ordinance. 


GOVERNMENT 

OUR NATURAL 

environment 

HIGH LINE CANAL CONSERVANCY 

MOVES PLANNING FORWARD 

FOR FUTURE PROTECTIONS 

AND ENHANCEMENTS OF 

THE HIGH LINE CANAL 

In April, the High Line Canal Conservancy unveiled its 

Community Vision Plan for the High Line Canal, a plan that 

outlines a set of 

guiding principles 

advocating that the 

Canal remain a 

natural, connected 

and continuous, 

varied, managed and enhanced resource for the region. To 

create the Community Vision Plan, the High Line Canal 

Conservancy spoke with thousands of people that were 

passionate about preserving the historic 71-mile High Line 

Canal. 

“It’s been gratifying to hear from so many folks from all 

along the Canal. It has been your chorus of voices, uniformly 

saying that you want the Canal preserved and enhanced as a 

natural refuge. The Canal’s ribbon touches multiple diverse 

communities and it is your common passion and 

commitment that built this powerful Vision Plan,” said 

Harriet Crittenden LaMair, Executive Director of the High 

Line Canal Conservancy. 

Tackling the challenges of a growing region requires different 

ways of thinking, increased collaboration and new types of 

partnerships. The Community Vision Plan has been the 

critical first step to ensuring the Canal reaches its greatest 

potential as an environmental, recreational, social, historic 

and economic asset. 

COMMUNITY VISION STATEMENT 

FOR THE HIGH LINE CANAL 

The High Line Canal’s 71 meandering miles will be 

preserved and enhanced as a cherished greenway that 

connects people to nature and binds varied communities 

together from the foothills to the plains. 

To view the full Vision Plan, visit: highlinecanal.org/vision. 

Led by an effective partnership between the High Line Canal 

Conservancy and Denver Water, and supported with 

representatives from every jurisdiction actively and eagerly at 

the table, the development of the vision represents a model of 

regional cooperation. In June, the High Line Canal 

Conservancy was awarded Arapahoe County Open Space’s 

Our Project Takes Flight stewardship award. Upon 

announcing the award, Arapahoe County Commissioner, 

Nancy Sharpe said: 

“Across the country, there are examples of abandoned 

resources rusting, slipping away under heavy overgrowth and 

being forgotten; until an organization or group of citizens 

realized the potential, and took action. Our stewardship 

award recipient didn’t wait for opportunity to be forgotten 

and for neglect to set in. They got ahead of the game to 

preserve a valued resource and bring vision to its potential.” 

The Community Vision Plan sheds light on a bright future 

for the Canal, but seeing it through will require continued 

commitment and support from the public and jurisdictional 

partners. With the Canal’s uncertain future as Denver Water 

gradually moves away from delivering irrigation water in the 

Canal, community support is more vital today than ever 

before. 

Commencing in August, the Conservancy will lead a second 

phase of planning, including a framework plan, landscape 

design guidelines and a 

wayfinding and signage 

plan. Additional 

immediate next steps for 

the Canal include 

growing trail system 

connections; improving 

Canal crossings; 

providing tours and 

continued on page 17 


BUSINESS 

MEMBER spotlight 

iRide24 

A leading provider of business and event transportation in 

Denver, iRide24 believes that local chambers play a heavy 

role in connecting communities to local resources. 

With their expansion into DTC and new partnership 

with the Greenwood Village Chamber of Commerce, they 

believe it perfectly aligns with one of their company’s focal 

points to create local business alliances and community 

relationships. 

Though the Chamber represents a wide range of 

organizations and interest, it is apparent they have all joined 

forces in support of community and each other. Co-Founder 

of iRide24 Edward Rue says, “Being intertwined with a 

community our transportation service means so much more. 

Supporting a local company like iRide24 helps clear crowded 

highways, alleviates air pollution and creates local jobs. It’s a 

cornerstone of a strong community and we are proud to be a 

part of that.” 

iRide24’s president Jeffery Clint has put together a unique 

way to blend luxury and affordability in their services. With 

big plans of becoming the standard of transportation 

worldwide, their vision for the future of iRide24 includes a 

strong focus on the environmental effects of transportation. 

Going green is one way the company is looking to achieve 

this new goal. 

If you would like to know more about iRide24 visit them at 

http://www.iride24.com. iRide24 also provides exclusive 

discounts for businesses and Chamber members. Please 

contact Jeffery Clint, iRide24 President, at 303-214-8688 or 

720-984-2190 ext. 700, to set up a corporate membership. 

Special savings are offered to Greenwood Village residents as 

well and can be obtained by using coupon code “GVR10” 

which provides a 10 percent discount on all services through 

2017. To take advantage of this opportunity, residents will 

need to make a reservation online http://www.iride24.com or 

by calling our 24hr customer service at 720-984-2190. 

For more information please visit us at 

http://www.iride24.com or email us directly at 

iridedenver@gmail.com. GV 

HIGH LINE CANAL 


programming; implementing signage and wayfinding tools; 

creating pedestrian bridges; and growing volunteer, 

community and partnership involvement. 

Here’s how to get involved: 

• Be a High Line Hero. joinhighlinecanal.org 

• Participate in the upcoming summer walking programs 

including mile 0 to 71 with Walk2Connect: 

highlinecanal.org/walk2connect 

• Sign up for monthly updates through the High Line 

Canal newsletter 

• Follow the High Line Canal’s social media channels 

(Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram). 

• Visit the High Line Canal Conservancy’s website to learn 

more: highlinecanal.org GV 

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 

AUGUST 2017 | GV NEWSLETTER PG. 17

BUSINESS 

BUSINESSspotlight 

CLINICAL NUTRITION CENTER 

5995 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard, Suite 150 • Orchard Plaza Building A 

303-750-9454 • www.clinicalnutritioncenter.com 

ETHAN LAZARUS, M.D. 

Are you committed to healthy eating, 

but still carrying around extra weight? 

Are you concerned with your current 

health and perhaps don’t know where 

to start in achieving sustainable weight 

loss? If you are, Clinical Nutrition 

Center (CNC), located in the Village 

can help you get the results you 

deserve. CNC, a medical weight loss 

center, can assist you in achieving and 

sustaining a healthy weight. From 

cutting just a few pounds or a hundred 

pounds, you can achieve results with 

highly individualized support, 

coaching, and medical management. 

CNC has been in business for over 40 

years and moved from Denver into the 

Village in 2015. “Our move into 

Greenwood Village was inspired by the 

strong sense of community that is 

located here,” said Ethan Lazarus, 

MD. Dr. Lazarus, owner of CNC, 

grew up in the Village and longed to 

bring his clinic to a location that 

mirrors the value he places upon 

having an improved quality of life. Dr. 

Lazarus is a nationally-recognized 

expert in weight management. He is 

board-certified both in family 

medicine, and by the American Board 

of Obesity Medicine. He is skilled in 

using all FDA-approved medications 

for weight loss, and in evaluating for 

other medical conditions and 

medications that may be contributing 

to weight gain. In addition to helping 

patients achieve their weight loss goals, 

Dr. Lazarus also conducts frequent 

seminars and teaching programs not 

only for his patients, but also for other 

health care providers in weight-related 

topics. These programs have the 

distinct goal of letting the community 

know that obesity is a treatable disease, 

like diabetes or high blood pressure. 

CNC is your one stop shop for 

everything you need at one convenient 

location. The first visit is free, and is 

an opportunity to learn all about the 

programs and services CNC offers to 

make sure it is a good fit. If you’d like 

to start, a complete evaluation is 

performed at your new patient visit 

and includes a medical examination, 

lab tests, EKG, body composition 

measurement and a visit with a 

Registered Dietitian to develop your 

individualized plan. Your progress will 

be monitored with weekly office visits, 

individualized food plans, and 

behavior modification lessons. There 

are a variety of treatment plans to 

choose from including a 20-week 

treatment plan or a fee-for service 

plan. There are no up-front fees, 

contracts or commitments. Plans range 

from all store-bought foods to 

advanced doctor-prescribed weight loss 

meals and medications. 

Treatment plans involve 

comprehensive medical reviews and an 

examination of other weight-related 

health issues that may exist. In 

addition, their on-staff Registered 

Dietitians will ensure that the 

appropriate food intake for each 



BUSINESS 

NEW GV businesses 

CHRISTIAN MINISTRY 

Bible Treks 

5101 South Dayton Street 

720-273-2371 

CLOUD SOFTWARE SERVICES 

E-mail On Acid, LLC 

5670 Greenwood Plaza 

Boulevard, Suite 412 

720-242-7633 

CONSULTING 

Compensation & 

Benefit Solutions, LLC 

6161 South Syracuse Way, 

Suite 240 

303-779-2088 

CORPORATE DINING 

AND CATERING 

Paragon Dining Services 

7100 East Belleview Avenue 

720-323-5109 

COUNSELING SERVICES 

Bartmann and Associates, LLC 

6595 South Dayton Street, 

Suite 1300 

303-693-2464 

EMPLOYMENT AGENCY 

Modis E & T, LLC 

7935 East Prentice Avenue 

303-804-5610 

FINANCIAL SERVICES 

Aspen Wealth Strategies 

6400 South Fiddlers Green Circle, 

Suite 1340 

720-696-6337 

True Wealth Advisors, 

Incorporated 

8301 East Prentice Avenue, 

Suite 403 

720-217-9541 

FOOD MANUFACTURE 

CORPORATE OFFICE 

Flagship Food Group, LLC 

6455 South Yosemite Street, 

Suite 140 

844-682-7962 

HEALTHCARE SERVICES 

East-West Health Centers 

8200 East Belleview Avenue, 

Suite 202-C 

303-694-5757 

INTERIOR AND 

EXTERIOR DESIGN 

Fastwalls, Done Group 

And Accord Structures 

9250 East Costilla Avenue, 

Suite 230 

720-577-4507 

JAPANESE RESTAURANT 

Sukiya 

7939 East Arapahoe Road, 

Suite 110 

720-329-2881 

MORTGAGE COMPANY 

NFM Lending 


Suite 425 

720-930-4240 

NAIL SALON 

Cherry Hills Day Spa, LLC 

5945 South University Boulevard 

720-596-4478 

ORTHOTIC PRODUCTS 

Monarch Medical Products, LLC 

5350 DTC Parkway, Suite 203 

303-759-7866 

PRINTING SERVICES 

Rainy Day Printing, LLC 

5445 DTC Parkway, Suite PH-4 

720-287-0688 

PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR 

IDOX System, LLC 


Suite 2100 

303-708-8801 

REAL ESTATE 

Pinnacle Asset Real Estate 


Suite 1700 

720-351-9293 

Cushman & Wakefield 

Of Colorado 

8390 East Crescent Parkway, 

Suite 450 

212-713-6961 

ROOFING CONTRACTOR 

Global Roofing 


Suite 230 

303-726-8711 

STORM RESTORATION 

Colorado Western Construction 


Suite 1550 

303-909-5188 

TRANSPORTATION 

OF CRUDE OIL 

RMCO 

5690 DTC Boulevard, 

Suite 510-W 

720-625-8502 

BUSINESSES 

UNDER NEW 

MANAGEMENT 

BANKING 

Bank of Colorado 


Suite 100 

720-529-5646 

INSURANCE SERVICES 

Allmon Insurance, Incorporated 


Suite 3500 

303-799-8608 

PIZZA RESTAURANT 

Papa Murphy’s 

Take N Bake Pizza 

8575 East Arapahoe Road, 

Suite D 

303-221-7070 

business spotlight 


specific individual is properly met. “Focusing on the cause of 

the problem while following evidence-based and scientifically 

sound practices,” according to Dr. Lazarus, “leads to better 

weight loss and contributes to patients enjoying a high rate of 

weight loss success.” This success is a function of the 

connection and bond that CNC has with every single 

patient. At CNC, maximizing the patient’s physical and 

emotional health is promoted to help patients achieve their 

long-term goal of a happy and healthy life. 

Come to Clinical Nutrition Center today and let Dr. Lazarus 

and his staff share their stories, accomplishments, and answer 

any questions about their medical weight loss program. CNC 

provides comprehensive treatment that is also affordable. The 

knowledgeable staff can help determine if services may be 

covered under insurance; HSA or flexible spending accounts. 

A special offer will be available with mention of this article in 

the month of August. They are located at 5995 Greenwood 

Plaza Blvd., Suite 150 within Orchard Place Building A, 

right at the Southeast corner of I-25 and Orchard. Schedule 

your appointment today by calling Clinical Nutrition Center 

at 303-750-9454. For more information or to connect 

electronically, also visit their comprehensive website at 

www.clinicalnutritioncenter.com. 

Being healthy and happy is easily within your reach at 

CNC… What do you have to lose!? GV 


ARTS AND RECREATION 

Greenwood Village is hosting the 

Monster Bash Fall Fest 

at 

William McKinley Carson Park • 6060 South Quebec Street 

Saturday, October 7, 2017 • 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. 

Tickets are required to attend this event. 

The tickets will be available August 28 – October 4 

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 



RECREATION 

programs 

Register online at 

www.greenwoodvillage.com/registration 

For more information call the Arts and 

Recreation Division at 303-486-5773. 

SUBMIT YOUR 

RECREATION 

RECEIPTS 

RECREATION 

REIMBURSEMENT FORM 

INCLUDED IN THIS 

NEWSLETTER 

Chances are that between swimming 

lessons, golf and all the other spring 

and summer sports, you have some 

receipts that are eligible for 

reimbursement through the Village’s 

Recreation Reimbursement program. 

The Recreation Reimbursement 

program reimburses residents for a 

portion of the cost of activities at 

qualifying agencies along the front 

range. These include nonprofit youth 

sports entities, municipal golf courses, 

park and recreation districts and 

metropolitan districts that provide 

recreation activities. 

You will find a Recreation 

Reimbursement form in the August 

Newsletter. Requests can be submitted 

year-round, so beat the end of year 

rush and submit your requests now. 

The deadline for submitting 2017 

receipts is Tuesday, January 16, 2018 

(the January 15 deadline is extended 

for one day due to Martin Luther King 

Day on Monday, January 15). For 

more detailed information about the 

Recreation Reimbursement program, 

please visit www.greenwoodvillage 

.com/recreimbursement 

or call 303-486-5773. 

Registration began July 17!! 



ART 

programs 

Register online at 

www.greenwoodvillage.com/registration 

For more information call the the Curtis Center for the Arts at 303-797-1779. 

ADULT ART CLASSES 

Location: Curtis Center for the Arts, 2349 East Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80121 

FIGURE DRAWING 

Days and Dates: Tuesdays, October 10 

through November 14 or 

November 21 through December 26 

(date of last class will be changed 

due to the holidays) 

Times: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 

DRAWING AND SKETCHING 

Days and Dates: Wednesdays, 

October 25 through December 6 

Times: 1 to 4 p.m. 

WATERCOLOR 

Days and Dates: Fridays, 


Times: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 

and 1 to 4 p.m. 

PLEIN AIR BASICS: AN 

INTRODUCTION TO PAINTING 

THE LANDSCAPE ON LOCATION 

Day and Date: Saturday, October 14 

Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

MODERN CALLIGRAPHY: 

LETTERING IN COLORS 

Days and Dates: Mondays, 

October 9 through November 6 

Times: 1 to 3:30 p.m. 

BASIC WATERCOLOR AND 

LOOSE FLORAL PAINTING 

Day and Date: Saturday, November 11 


POURING COLOR 

INTO YOUR ART 

Days and Dates: Tuesdays, 

October 10 and 17 


MASTER PAINTING CLASS 

Days and Dates: Thursdays, 

October 12, 2017 through 

March 29, 2018 

Times: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

COFFEE & CANVAS – 

SUNFLOWERS 



THE BASICS OF 

PRINTMAKING 



THE BASICS OF PAINTING 

WITH ACRYLICS 




OIL PAINTING: 

BEYOND COLOR BASICS 

Days and Dates: Wednesdays, 


Times: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 

SECRETS TO 

GLOWING COLORS 



CASUAL WATERCOLOR: 

PAINTING NATURE 


November 13 through December 11 


MODERN CALLIGRAPHY 101 


Time: 1 to 4 p.m. 


MIXED MEDIA TREE 


Time: 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 


ROCKY MOUNTAIN NIGHT SKY 

Day and Date: Saturday, December 9 

Time: 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 

SILK PAINTING FOR ADULTS 

Day and Date: Saturday, December 2 




THE VILLAGE READ 

COMING THIS SUMMER 

This summer the Greenwood Village Cultural Arts Program 

has partnered with the Arapahoe Libraries to present the first 

ever “Village Read.” The program is modeled 

after Chicago’s successful “One Book, One 

Chicago” project. The idea encourages adults 

of all ages to read one book and participate in 

thought-provoking discussions and activities 

derived from the chosen book. 

Credit for the original idea is given to 

Nancy Pearl, a Seattle librarian. “It’s based 

on the idea of community. My idea was 

that people would come together who 

would never come together any other way. 

Literature brings them together because a 

book touches them,” she said. 

Goals of the program include: 

• To encourage leisure reading. 

• To encourage community collaboration 

throughout the region. 

• To provide a variety of means of participation through 

book discussions and other activities. 

• To provide resources for book discussion groups. 

The group has chosen the book “Lake of Fire” by Colorado 

author Mark Stevens as this year’s “Village Read” book. Set in 

Colorado, the story follows hunting guide Allison 

Coil as she tries to find out what happened to 

a body found after a wildfire ravages the 

Colorado Flat Tops. Many activities are being 

planned around the themes from the book. 

Keep your eye out this summer for more 

information and a complete listing of activities. 

The book is available for purchase at The Friends 

of Arapahoe Libraries Bookstore at the Koelbel 

Library and the Curtis Center for the Arts. 

Arapahoe Libraries will also have extra copies 

available to check out. We look forward to seeing 

you at the many activities planned for August. 

Information and reviews of the book can be found at 

www.goodreads.com, keyword: Lake Of Fire. 

VILLAGE READ 

THESE EVENTS ARE FREE 

AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. 

VILLAGE READ MAYOR’S KICK-OFF 

Wednesday, August 2 • 7 p.m. 

Koelbel Library 

Join Greenwood Village Mayor Ron 

Rakowsky as he kicks off a month of 

Village Read activities. Mayor Rakowsky 

will discuss his take on the book and 

author Mark Stevens will be on hand for 

the discussion and to answer any 

questions. 

AUTHOR TALK WITH FOCUS 50+ 

Monday, August 7 • 9 a.m. 

Koelbel Library Room A — Free and open 

to anyone over the age of 50 

This is an opportunity to get up close and 

personal with author Mark Stevens. Mark 

will lead a small group discussion on the 

book, answer questions and share his 

inspiration for this and his many other 

books. 

SURVIVING OFF THE LAND 

IN COLORADO 

Tuesday, August 8 • 6:30 p.m. 

GV City Hall, Community Room 

Erica Marciniec, aka Wild Food Girl, has 

been foraging on and off since she was a 

child. She has great enthusiasm for 

finding, studying, identifying, tasting, 

experimenting with, and creating delicious 

meals with edible wild plants. Erica will 

help you learn where to search for, how to 

identify, and ways to eat various wild 

foods that can be found in Colorado. 

DONNELLE JOHNSON – 

HUNTING GUIDE 

Thursday, August 10 • 7 p.m. 


Donnelle Johnson is a hunter, 

fisherwoman, CPA, photographer and a 

musician. She and her husband David are 

co-founders of HuntData, a 

comprehensive mapping site for hunters. 

Donnelle spends much of her time 

promoting women and youth in the 

outdoors. Come hear about her 

experiences as a woman hunter and her 

adventures in the Colorado Flat Tops. 

WRITERS WORKSHOP 

WITH MARK STEVENS 

Saturday, August 12 • 2 p.m. 


Acclaimed author Mark Stevens will lead a 

workshop and discuss his writing style, 

his inspiration and the business of 

writing. 

FIGHTING WILDFIRES IN COLORADO 

Monday, August 14 • 7 p.m. 


Come hear real fire fighters discuss their 

experience battling wildfires across 

Colorado. 

WRITERS WORKSHOP 

WITH MARK STEVENS 

Thursday, August 17 • 7 p.m. 


Acclaimed author Mark Stevens will lead a 

workshop and discuss his writing style, 

his inspiration and the business of 

writing. 

CLOSING CELEBRATION 

Free Concert and Ice Cream Social 

with “Let Them Roar” and 

special guest “The Cody Sisters” 

Thursday, August 31 • 6 p.m. 

Curtis Park 

Join us as we celebrate the closing of the 

first ever Village Read program and the 

month of activities with a party in the 

park. Bring a blanket and enjoy the music 

from Let Them Roar and The Cody Sisters. 

We will have free ice cream for all 

courtesy of Nugs Ice Cream and a tequila 

tasting inside the Curtis Center for the 

Arts courtesy of Bouzy Wine and Spirits. 

Plus we will have food trucks on hand. 


6060 South Quebec Street 

Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591 

PRSRT STD 

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PAID 

ENGLEWOOD, CO 

PERMIT #799 


ART events 

CURTIS CENTER FOR THE ARTS • 2349 EAST ORCHARD ROAD, GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80121 • 303-797-1779 

CURTIS CENTER OPENING DELAYED 

Curtis Center for the Arts is under construction to deliver an even better experience to our patrons. 

As all good things take time, we will be closed until October 14 when we reopen for the Opening Reception of the All Colorado Show. 

YOUTH ART CLASSES 

GAME ON! 

Days and Dates: Fridays, 

October 13 through 

December 1 

Times: 4:30 to 6 p.m. 

PEE WEE ART 


October 9, 23, 

November 6, 20 


ARTSY BONES 



October 24 


FALL BREAK 

THEATER CAMP 

Days and Dates: Monday, 


Friday, October 27 

Times: Monday-Thursday 

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 

Friday 12 to 4:30 p.m. 

TENTACLE 

SCULPTURES 

Days and Dates: 

Wednesdays, November 

1 through December 13 


PRINTMAKING 


November 7 through 

December 5 

(no class November 21) 


COOKIES 

AND CANVAS 

Days and Dates: Monday, 

December 11; Tuesday, 

December 12 and 

Friday, December 15

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