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| Cops Fighting Cancer Benefit | |
On Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 6 p.m., the Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command #325 will be hosting a spaghetti dinner and silent auction at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds to benefit the great work of Cops Fighting Cancer. For their Legacy Project, Class #325 is asking for your support in reaching their goal of $10,000. Jefferson County Sheriff's Office members of Class #325 are Shellie DeNuzzi, Mark Gutke, Chris Loptien, Steve Wygant, and Carla Zinanti.
How can you help? Purchase a $10 ticket and join them on April 11. The menu includes spaghetti with meat sauce or marinara, salad, and a drink. Enjoy good company, good food, and shop the silent auction items.
Tickets can be purchased or donations made at the following locations:
- Animal Control, Open Space Building
- Sheriff's Office Headquarters, Pat Tomko, Judy Searle, Carolyn Haberkorn or Joyce Nelson
- Detentions, Jennifer Van Dorn
- South Precinct, Ann Smith
- Mountain Precinct, Deb Nelson
- Dakota Building, Kelly Shultz
- Or directly to any of the five SPSC #325 class members listed above.
Don't like spaghetti? Consider making a monetary donation by purchasing a ticket anyway to support this great cause or donate a silent action item.
All proceeds from the dinner and silent auction will be presented to the Cops Fighting Cancer organization during the Northwestern SPSC #325 graduation ceremony on May 11, 2012.
For more information or to donate a silent auction item, please call Carla Zinanti at 303-271-5074 / 303-435-1150 or Shellie DeNuzzi at 720-497-7207 / 303-435-4040.
For more information on the great work of Cops Fighting Cancer, please visit www.copsfightingcancer.org. | |
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Annual Courage Walk on April 28
In recognition of National Crime Victims' Rights Week April 22-28, the 19th Annual Courage Walk honoring victims of crime will be Saturday, April 28 in front of the Jefferson County Courthouse. This is a time to celebrate the progress we've made in the area of crime victims' rights and honor the strength and courage of survivors.
Following a continental breakfast at 10 a.m. there is a one mile walk. A short program and dove release honoring victims and their families will be held at the Courage Garden behind the courthouse.
This is a pledge walk and a $10 donation is suggested but not required. Kids and leashed pets are welcome. For more information call Jan Ferguson at 303-271-6567 or www.victimoutreach.org. | | |
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Upcoming Library Events
An Evening with Craig Barnes
Join Colorado author Craig Barnes as he discusses his book Growing Up True: Lessons from a Western Boyhood. The evening will include readings from the novel, chance to ask questions of the author and a book signing (please bring your own copy with you).
This special night will be held at 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 18 at the Foss Auditorium in the American Mountaineering Center. Tickets are required and can be obtained at the Golden Library Information Desk (limit of two per person).
April is National Volunteer Month
People across the state and the country give of their time and talents every day. This April you are encouraged to help your community through volunteering!
The library is grateful to our amazing volunteers who assist with everything from storytimes to book sales to speaking to community groups.
Complete the online form if you are interested in volunteering for the Library.
Last Chance for Tax Help at JCPL
Don't miss the last few days of tax help offered at JCPL. There's still time to find many resources at jeffcolibrary.org/taxes.
Additionally,AARP still has several free tax counseling and preparation assistance workshops scheduled at several of our library locations. While it is designed for those 60 and over, anyone is welcome to attend. | |
For more information on any of these programs, please visit www.jeffcolibrary.org. | |
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Celebrate Spring with Exciting new Plant Classes | |
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There are still openings in upcoming spring plant classes taught by CSU faculty and other experts. Register early as many will have a waiting list later.
A Native Lawn for Your Landscape
Come find out how to save up to 40 percent on your water bill by installing a native lawn to replace your irrigated lawn in this half-day class. Instructor: Dr. Tony Koski.
Poisonous Plants of Colorado
In this half-day class, the toxic plants of Colorado will be identified and their effects on animals will be discussed. Instructor: Dr. Tony Knight.
Invasive Weed Seminar
This two-day class is on the biology, ecology, and management of invasive noxious weeds that threaten native ecosystems. Instructor: Dr. George Beck.
Basic Botany
Enjoy an interactive, fun and fact-filled evening designed to prepare you for success in your study of Colorado's flora.
Native Plant Master Course - Green Mountain Take a Native Plant Master® course at this scenic Lakewood open space park and discover Colorado wildflowers, trees and shrubs as you explore the trails over three successive Sunday mornings. Instructor: Celia Greenman.
Between Mountain and Plain- South Valley
Spend a day enjoying gentle trails amidst dramatic redrock formations which shelter early wildflowers, shrubs and trees while learning how these plants adapt to Colorado's erratic spring weather and how they differ from more familiar summer blooms. Instructor: Lenore Mitchell.
Native Plant Master Course - Lair o' the Bear Take a Native Plant Master® course at this streamside Jeffco open space park and discover Colorado wildflowers, trees and shrubs as you explore the trails over three successive Friday mornings. Instructor: Lenore Mitchell. |
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Public Meeting on Myers Gulch Road Bridge Repair Project
by Julie Story, Jeffco Public Information | |
Join the Jefferson County Transportation and Engineering Division on Tuesday, April 3, 2012, for a presentation on its plans to repair the bridge located on Myers Gulch Road over Bear Creek, just south of State Highway 74.
The public is invited to attend this open house which will take place at the Kittredge Civic Association Center, located at 26499 Mowbray Court in Kittredge, between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.
County staff and the design consultant will be available to review the project scope and answer questions.
For more information, please call Mark Winnen at 303-271-8495 or mwinnen@jeffco.us. |
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What's at the South Service Center
by Bailey Becker, Jeffco Public Information | |
 Last November, two Jefferson County offices moved into one new location. The Jefferson County South Service Center, at 11139 Bradford Road, houses the Sheriff's Office South Precinct and the Clerk & Recorder's South Jeffco Motor Vehicle Office.
The Sheriff's Office South Precinct used to be just down the road on Shaffer Parkway and the Clerk & Recorder's South Jeffco Motor Vehicle Office was previously located at 6004 South Kipling Parkway. The county relocated these offices to the South Service Center to consolidate services into one facility saving on rental costs, and to benefit the public by having multiple services under one roof in a convenient accessible location.
To contact the South Precinct, visit www.jeffco.us/sheriff or call 720-497-7200. For more information on the South Motor Vehicle Division, call 303-271-8100 or visit www.jeffco.us/mv.
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Join Together for National Child Abuse Prevention Month
by Mallory Hyatt, Jeffco Human Services |  April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a month committed to raising awareness and preventing child abuse. A proclamation honoring National Child Abuse Prevention Month on Tuesday, April 3 will be read by the Jefferson County Commissioners at 8 a.m. at the Jefferson County Administration and Courts Building, Hearing Room One.
Somewhere in Jefferson County, a child is suffering because of abuse or neglect. While we may not like to think it can happen in this community, it does. In Jefferson County, 8,004 referrals of abuse were reported in 2011, a five percent increase from 2010. Abused and neglected children are part of the community and it will never be enough to intervene after abuse has occurred. Increased efforts to prevent abuse and raise awareness for the month of April include several activities which allow Jefferson County residents and employees to become involved.
Pinwheel gardens will be placed throughout the county in honor of this month. Pinwheel gardens are part of a national effort to effect measurable change in the public's beliefs and behaviors regarding the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Pinwheels for Prevention is a national awareness group that helps communities all across the U.S. plant similar gardens to support the victims of abuse.
"National Child Abuse Prevention Month is a time to increase awareness of child abuse and neglect and encourage the community to report any child abuse and become involved in supporting families and keeping children in our community safe, not just this month but all year long," states Mary Berg, Children, Youth & Families Division Director, Jefferson County Department of Human Services.
Show your support for child abuse prevention month by joining many prominent Colorado leaders for a rally on Wednesday, April 4. The rally, which will take place on the west steps of the State Capitol from 12 - 1:30 p.m., kicks off Child Abuse Prevention Month and will also be attended by legislators, Noble Energy CEO Ted Brown, and other prominent Colorado business leaders, and several coalitions that support the prevention and treatment of child abuse throughout the state of Colorado.
The community is also invited to support the Ralston House, a child advocacy center that helps children and teens who are suspected of being sexually or physically abused, by purchasing Cold Stone Creamery ice cream from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 5 at the Denver West location, 14239 West Colfax Avenue in Lakewood. Coupons will be available as customers enter Cold Stone.
Jefferson County constantly works to support families to ensure the safety of children, youth, and families but cannot do it alone. Groups, organizations and individuals throughout the community are highly encouraged to get involved in this effort. If you witness child abuse or even suspect it may be happening please call and report it through the Child Abuse Hotline at 303-271-HELP.
For more information, call 303-271-4015 or go to Jeffco.us/cyf. |
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Get ACTIVE in April
by Nancy Braden, Jeffco Public Health | |
Spring is officially here and Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) encourages everyone to make the most of it. Get outside and get active. Physical activity can help improve your health, so make a commitment to move more this April! Check out the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Physical Activity Guidelines and the national "Let's Move" campaign.
10 Winnable Battles-Public Health Week 2012
 The 10 Winnable Battles are public health and environmental priorities with large-scale impact on health and the environment. JCPH selected the winnable battles as the topic for its 2011 Annual Report. The state of Colorado and JCPH have adapted the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's 10 winnable battles to better align them with the unique aspects of the public health issues we are facing.
Jeffco 2011 Public Health Champions of the Year
 Public Health is what we as a society do collectively to prevent illness and premature death and promote health in our communities. Each year, during National Public Health Week, April 2-8, 2012, JCPH honors some of the many people it works with throughout the year that help to make our county healthy. While they may not have made public health their profession, the work they do, the partnerships they provide and their enthusiasm for protecting the health of Jefferson County residents makes them the 2011 Public Health Champions of the Year. JCPH is pleased to announce the following 2011 Public Health Champions of the Year:
Creating a Culture of Health in Jefferson County Schools
- Emily O'Winter, Jeffco Public Schools Healthy Schools Coordinator
Preventing Injuries At Home, At Work, At Play and On the Way
- Vicky Cassabaum, RN, Injury Prevention Coordinator for St Anthony's Hospital
- Karen Masters RN, Exempla Lutheran Medical Center Trauma Nurse Coordinator
Maintaining Water Quality Is Key to Safe and Healthy Swimming
- Kim Maxey Henderson, Aquatics Director, Foothills Park and Recreation District
Active Living and Built Environments
- The City of Wheat Ridge
Citizens for a Healthier Lakewood Coalition . . . Protecting citizens from secondhand smoke in Lakewood, Colorado
- Merry Hansen, Jenny Merriman and Antonio Martinez
Surgeon General Report on Preventing Tobacco Use Among Youth and Young Adults
 The U.S. Surgeon General's office released its report Preventing Tobacco Use Among Youth and Young Adults on March 8, 2012. It is the 31st such report by the Surgeon General and the first since 1994 to give detailed information on smoking and the related consequences. This latest report details important new facts about the epidemic of tobacco use among youth ages 12 through 17 and young adults ages 18 through 25, including the epidemiology, causes, and health effects of this tobacco use and interventions proven to prevent it.
Are Your Children Up-to-Date?
Infant Immunization Week is April 23-30, and to help facilitate communication between health-care providers and parents about vaccines, vaccine safety, and vaccine-preventable diseases. The CDC, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the American Academy of Family Physicians have developed a series of educational materials called Provider Resources for Vaccine Conversations with Parents.
Jefferson County Public Health offers Immunizations at its Arvada and Lakewood locations. Please call 303-232-6301 or 303-239-7033 to schedule an appointment.
World Health Day is on Saturday, April 7, 2012
The theme of World Health Day in 2012 is "Good health adds life to years." Good health can help older men and women lead full and productive lives and be a resource for their families and communities. All of us have concerns about getting older -- whether young or old, male or female, rich or poor - no matter where we live.
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Foothills Animal Shelter Volunteers are the Cat's Meow
by Jennifer Strickland, Foothills Animal Shelter | |
 Foothills Animal Shelter is fortunate to have more than 400 dedicated and compassionate volunteers. They help make the organization's important mission possible. April 15 - 21 is National Volunteer Appreciation Week.
Foothills Animal Shelter expresses its sincere gratitude to all of the wonderful individuals who make caring for nearly 10,000 orphaned pets each year possible. Come visit the shelter, located at 580 McIntyre Street on the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, to see volunteers in action.
Interested in helping? Volunteer openings for the foster program are now available. Caring for kittens, puppies or animals with medical needs can be a very rewarding experience for the entire family. Foster applications can be filled out in person at the facility or online at www.FoothillsAnimalShelter.org.
If you have questions about becoming a foster parent, please call 720.407.5231 for more information. |
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2012 TRIAD Early Childhood Council Conference
by Mallory Hyatt, Jeffco Human Services | |
Are you interested in learning more about strengthening early childhood education in the community? Triad Early Childhood Council is hosting a conference to highlight the importance of linking communities for success in early childhood education. The conference will be held Friday and Saturday, April 27 - 28 at Mile Hi Church, 9077 W. Alameda Avenue in Lakewood. Friday's conference is from 8:15 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. and Saturday's conference is from 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Come hear the keynote speaker, Dr. Susan Neuman, a prominent educator, researcher, and education policy maker in early childhood education and literacy development. Dr. Neuman will discuss how the odds can be changed and how we can break the cycle of poverty and disadvantage of children at risk. Currently, she is the Director of the Michigan Research Program on Ready to Learn, which includes projects working to change the odds for children in poverty. The first 100 people to register for the conference will receive a copy of Dr. Susan Neuman's book, "Changing the Odds for Children at Risk."
Colorado State Senator Evie Hudak and other local leaders will also discuss topics surrounding linking the community for early childhood education success. Attend several panels on topics including positioning families for success and healthy kids early detection. The conference will also include a Children's Champion Awards Luncheon.
Registration is $25 for one day or $40 for both days. If you reside or work in Clear Creek, Gilpin, or Jefferson County you can receive a discount of $5 per day. All registration must be received by 5 p.m. on Friday, April 13. You may register by calling 303-914-6305.
TRIAD Early Childhood Council is an early childhood council serving Jefferson, Clear Creek, and Gilpin Counties. The council was created to build a quality early education system through the collaboration of local partners. The pilots were charges with the creation of a seamless delivery system of early care and education services to ensure collaboration among public and private stakeholders, respond to the needs of working parents, enhance child care quality, and consolidate funding sources to create an early childhood system. The 2012 TRIAD Early Childhood Council Conference is sponsored by Child Care Innovations, Red Rocks Community College; Colorado Department of Human Services, Division of Child Care; and Jefferson County Head Start. Lunch will be provided by Rocky Mountain Chefs of Colorado.
For more information, contact Kris Robledo at 303-914-6305. |
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