Mayfair, Hale and East Colfax Neighborhoods DENVER, COLORADO MAY 2015
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Distributed to the Stapleton, Park Hill, Lowry, Montclair, Mayfair, Hale and East Colfax neighborhoods DENVER, COLORADO MAY 2015 Plan Unveiled for Wildlife Refuge The Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge unveiled a plan for the next 15 years that will transitioning from a wartime manufacturing site, the refuge is excited to emerge as the “single best place reintroduce native species, add amenities and allow more public use, including bikes. After 15 years in the U.S. to connect millions of Americans with conservation,” says refuge manager David Lucas. By Madeline Schroeder “This is a pretty important moment in time for the refuge. Now that cleanup is over, we’re really he U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced in April a 15-year plan for the Rocky Moun- developing a plan for how we’re going to manage the refuge into the future. It’s been a lot of fun,” tain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge. The plan aims to make the refuge more accessible to says David Lucas, refuge manager. He is a planning for a boom in visitation. Tthe public and restore a more natural prairie ecosystem by reintroducing native species. Fifteen years ago, this land wasn’t even inhabitable. Until 1950, the U.S. (continued on page 6) East Line Rail Car World’s Testing Begins Vatican Expert a Stapleton Resident John L. Allen Jr. shown with Pope Francis. Story on page 14. Theater on the Green June 4–6 The RTD East Line commuter rail train pulls into DIA powered by 25,000 volts of electricity The public is invited to this free from the overhead electrical connection shown at the top of the train. Story on page 38. performance on the South Green in the 29th Ave. Town Center in Stapleton. Story on page 4. Vote & deliver ballot by Tues, May 5 at 7pm. Printed with soy-based ink. Paper contains 40% postconsumer waste. Like us at Front Porch Educating Five Points Stanley MLK Extension & Stapleton Newspaper for updates Colorado Voters 8 Jazz Fest10 Update 12 Quebec Work Funded19 News 34 on local news and events. sta130324 MCA_Header_L5.pdf 1 3/22/13 2:24 PM ! Spring has sprung in Stapleton’s 29th Ave. Town Center. Events & Announcements at Stapleton Registrations Open dynamics around minorities and immigra- Stapleton Beer Festival tion. We will explore the history and current Registration opens at noon on Fri., May 1 challenges facing the country in general and for the 5th Annual Stapleton Beer Festival. learn how French culture and values impact VIP tickets are $60 each and include a current national and regional issues as well as 1-hour exclusive tasting of limited-release the role of France in the European Union. craft beers, followed by a 3-hour craft beer Thurs., May 28, 6:45–7:45pm tasting with general admission participants, “World War II: D-Day” food truck vouchers, an SBF T-shirt, an As we commemorate 70 years since D-Day, SBF chalice and a special tasting glass. join Active Minds for a look at this crucial General admission tickets are $25 (prices turning point in WWII. We will examine increase to $35 June 1), which includes a the dynamics that led up to the Normandy 3-hour craft beer tasting, food truck vouch- Invasion, the complicated and challenging ers and a plastic tasting cup. The event is preparation process, and the decisive impact scheduled for Sat., July 18 from 4–5pm this battle had upon the war’s outcome. Most of the events listed below are FREE or support nonprofits. (VIP) and 5–8pm (Gen. Admission) on All are open to the public (additional events are listed on pages 28-30). The South Green (29th Ave. & Roslyn St.). Everyone is welcome. For more information, visit www.ActiveMindsForLife.com. This Friday Night Flight Wine Tastings program is brought to you by the Stapleton Registration opens at noon on Fri., May Master Community Association. Location: MAY MAY 1 for our wine-tasting series, Friday Night Sam Gary Library, 2961 Roslyn St. Through May 26 Saturday, May 23 Flights. Tickets are $15/person for each of The Denver Museum of Nature & Science offers free Stapleton pools open at noon. 6 locations* the June-Aug. tastings and $25 for the Sept. Pools Open for the Season yoga classes Tuesdays in May. Arrive by 5:30pm for a pairing. If you are planning to attend all the All six Stapleton pools are scheduled to open 6pm class. Ages 8 & up. www.imuniqueunited.com Saturday, May 23 tastings, it is best to purchase an FNF ticket on Sat., May 23 at noon! DJs will be fea- Stream Splashers at Rocky Mountain Arsenal National package for $50 (a $20 savings). FNF ticket tured at each pool from noon until 4pm on Saturday, May 2 Wildlife Refuge. 10am–12pm. Ages 6+. Collect and packs include one ticket to each tasting (4 Memorial Day. PleaseGet make the latest sure on you locate Reclaim free mulch. Denvergov.org/DenverRecycles learn about aquatic creatures. www.fws.gov/refuge/ rocky_mountain_arsenal/ events, June-Sept.). These tastings are held your Resident Membership Card before the at 7–9pm in the West Crescent on 29th pools open. Residents are required to scan Sunday, May 3 Ave. We will have live jazz music, cheese Race for Open Space 5K/10K/Half Marathon. 8am- Monday, May 25 their RMC at the front desk prior to entry 12pm. Bluff Lake & Sand Creek Greenway* Volunteers DJ @ the pools 12–4pm. All 6 Stapleton Pools* from Whole Foods and a variety of wines or pay the daily entrance fee. If you have any needed. Register: www.raceforopenspace.org sta130324provided MCA_Header_L5.pdf by The Grape Leaf. 1 For 3/22/13 more 2:24 PMquestions regarding your account, contact Thursday, May 28 information,Master visit ourCommunity website at [email protected]. Tuesday May 5 Active Minds Seminar - World War II 6:45-7:45pm. www.stapletoncommunity.com. Deadline for Denver ballots to be received by 7pm Sam Gary Library* www.activeminds.com Sweet William Market Local drop off places include Central Park Rec, Hiawatha Nonresident Swim Lessons Davis Rec, and Montclair Rec. Registration opens at noon on May 4 for all The summer market season opens with the Friday, May 29 Sweet William Market on Sat., May 30 from Blues, Brews and Brats on the Bluff. Bluff Lake nonresident swim lessons. You may register Thursday, May 7 Nature Center,* 6–9pm. Details at bluesbrewsbrats. either in person at the MCA office (7350 9am–2pm on The South Green (29th Ave. Bluff Lake Fireside Chat. Music, s’mores. Bluff Lake, eventbrite.com. Ticket sales end May 27. (See p. 28) E. 29th Ave., Suite 300) or via the online & Roslyn St.). Sweet William Market is 3400 Havana. www.blufflakenaturecenter.org Events & registration form accessed by going to www. a vintage and lifestyle market offering a Sat., May 30 & Sun, May 31 stapletoncommunity.com, click on Pools, refreshing alternative for shoppers on the Wed., May 13 & Thurs. May 14 Park Hill Arts Festival 10am–5pm. Free admission. Announcements click on Swim Lessons and then click on hunt for uncommon treasures beyond the Candidate Run-off forums on Denver 8 TV, 7pm or visit 4819 E. Montview Blvd. www.parkhillartfestival.com. at Stapleton ordinary. Each market reflects the unique, www.DenverDecides.org (See p. 28) Registration Form and follow the directions on the form. If you have any questions, call eclectic and urban character of the Stapleton Thursday, May 14 Saturday, May 30 us at 303.388.0724. neighborhood, hosting a top-notch variety Active Minds Seminar - France’s Struggle 6:45-7:45pm. Sweet William Market. 9am–2pm, South Green* of artisans and collectors, musicians, non- Sam Gary Library* www.activeminds.com SUN Block Party profit organizations and food vendors. These Sat., May 30 & Sun., May 31 This annual community event is scheduled markets will be held the last Saturday of the Friday, May 15 Lowry Community Yard Sale, 8am–2pm. Details at for Sat., May 16. The MCA has reserved month through September. For more infor- “Disappearing Treasures” tour at Rocky Mountain www.lowrydenver.com mation, visit www.sweetwilliammarket.com. Arsenal Wildlife Refuge. 10–11am and 2–3pm. Learn all MCA-managed parks for the annual about black market wildlife trade. www.fws.gov/refuge/ Community Block Party. Reservations for rocky_mountain_arsenal/ JUNE the block party are free, but you must notify Theatre on The Green the MCA if you plan on installing bouncy We are excited to have the Aurora Fox The- Saturday, May 16 castles, canopies or other objects that pene- atre return this June to bring you a weekend SUN Block Party Day. https://sites.google.com/site/ Thurs., June 4–Sat., June 6 trate the ground with the use of stakes. This full of theatrical performances and entertain- sunwebsite1/ The South Green* will be turned into scandal-ridden Chi- ment. Theatre on The Green will present cago of the 1920s for Chicago, the 5th annual Theatre is a great opportunity to get to know your on The Green production, 7pm nightly. (See p 4) neighbors. Make sure you join in the fun! Chicago, a universal tale of fame, fortune and Saturday, May 16 all that jazz! Join us on The South Green The Urban Farm Barn Dance 4–9pm. Limited ticket event, purchase tickets/get info: www.theurbanfarm.org/event. Monday, June 8–July 30 Stapleton Community Garage Sale (29th Ave. & Roslyn St.) June 4, 5 and 6 at (See p. 28) Weekly Family Fun nights at Stapleton Pools, 6–8pm This will be the 10th Annual Stapleton 7pm for one show-stopping song after anoth- Mondays - Jet Stream* er and dancing that will make you want to Tuesdays - Puddle Jumper* Community Garage Sale on Sat., May 16 Sat, May 16 & Sun, May 17 Wednesdays - F15* and Maverick* and Sun., May 17, from 8am–12pm.