May 2023

WINDSOR

May 2023

Volume 21, Issue 5

PRESIDENT’S PEN Greetings!

Bobbie Mays, Board President

Spring has sprung. It has stopped snowing; the days are warmer; the grass is green; the landscape is blossoming, and everything seems to have new life. It is a time of renewed hope after a bleak, cold winter.

I look out and see many neighbors walking their dogs, the flowers are starting to break ground and the trees are starting to bud. My next thought is, how am I changing to meet this beautiful change of season? Perhaps I should do some spring cleaning in my home? But that idea quickly vanishes as I think of other things outside that interest me more. Riding my bike, walking the canal, visiting with friends on the soon-to-be lush lawn or sitting on the patio simply reading a good book.

I also think of ways I might change my thoughts and surroundings, leading to a better vision for my life and our community.

As I sit, I recall all the changes I have seen over the almost 14 years I have lived at Windsor Gardens. I smile because I have had the opportunity to be a part of this amazing community, with so many of you volunteering to help make our home outstanding.

What a difference a season makes. Have you started to think of things to do that may impact your life or the lives of others in the coming months? How about thinking of this as a personal mission to inspire a “Spring has Sprung” time of renewal?

In This Issue Community and Committee Meetings....................pg 3 In Remembrance.........................................................pg 3 Letters...........................................................................pg 3 Board in Motion..........................................................pg 5 Proposed Policy Amendments............................ pgs 6-7 WG Property Values Show Overall Increase.pgs 8-9 From the General Manager.......................... pgs 10-12 Replace Bathroom Valves & Toilet Supply Lines..................................... pg 10 Unit Break-in on High Line Canal................. pg 11 Maintenance & Grounds Updates............... pg 12 Association and Homeowner's Insurance............. pg 13 Down to Earth (Grounds column).......................... pg 14 Large Item Pickup................................................... pg 15 Shred It and Electronics Recycling Events............ pg 15 Community Response.............................................. pg 16 Cop Shop.................................................................. pg 17 Councilwoman Sawyer........................................... pg 17 Orientation Schedule for New Residents........... pg 18 New Residents........................................................ pg 18 3 Ways to Send Photos to Windsor Life............ pg 18

Find It on the WG Website................................... pg 18 Art Club Artist Profile............................................. pg 19 Assistant Activities Director to Retire................... pg 19 Pets Corner............................................................... pg 19 WG Building Communities.................................... pg 20 Photo Album............................................................. pg 21 Restaurant................................................................. pg 22 Activities: Events and Entertainment............. pgs 23-28 RTD Travel Training Events..................................... pg 27 Local Community Events................................. pgs 28-29 Cards and Game Groups..................................... pg 29 Groups and Clubs........................................... pgs 29-31 Support Groups....................................................... pg 31 Faith Communities................................................... pg 31 Announcements........................................................ pg 32 Health Screenings & Services............................... pg 32 Services and Products Presentations................... pg 32 Windsor Writers............................................. pgs 33-35 Classifieds ............................................................... pg 36 Service Directory............................................ pgs 37-38

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Visit our website at www.windsorgardensdenver.org 2023 Board Officers & Committees

Windsor Gardens Association Contacts

OPERATIONS COMMITTEES

Administration

Executive Committee y Bobbie Mays, President y Dennis Knight, Vice President y Mike Lopez, Treasurer y Carol Brooks, Secretary Appeals y Roni Reynolds, Chair y Mike Lopez, Board y Shirley Cox, Resident y Gary Roll, Resident y Brenda Sanders, Resident Architectural Review y Roni Reynolds, Chair y Dennis Knight, Board y Ron Baldwin, Resident y Jan Mayer, Resident y Gay Ann Ost, Resident y Sharon Roulhac, Resident y Bev Williams, Resident Auditing y Michele Compton, Chair y Dennis Knight, Board y Debra Adams, Resident y Susan Adamson, Resident y Jeanne Lee, Resident y Marilyn Tyler, Resident Community Response y Dean Deverick, Chair y Michele Compton, Board y Richard Glantz, Resident y Carlene Lindstrom, Resident y Donna Sanford, Resident y Jan Sheppard, Resident y John Young, Non-resident Owner Employee Relations/Safety y Dennis Knight, Chair y Roni Reynolds, Board y Ginny Cox, Resident y Lisa Davis, Resident y Phyllis Davis, Resident y Barbara Ellis, Resident y Kathy Young, Resident y Maintenance Dept. Employee y Grounds Dept. Employee y Community Response Officer

Finance y Mike Lopez, Chair y Dean Deverick, Board y Debra Adams, Resident y Phyllis Davis, Resident y Howard Fistell, Resident y Mike Powl, Resident y Sharon Roulhac, Resident y Marilyn Tyler, Resident Insurance y Mike Lopez, Chair y Carol Brooks, Board y Barb Ellis, Resident y Joe Hayashi, Resident y Stuart Wright, Resident Long-Range Planning & Innovation y Dean Deverick, Chair y Mike Lopez, Board y Ron Baldwin, Resident y Virginia Hansen, Resident y Gary Roll, Resident y Brenda Sanders, Resident y Aly Shupe, Resident y Marcy Smith, Resident y Stuart Wright, Resident y Bill Walsh, Employee Policy/Governing Docs/Rentals y Michele Compton, Chair y Mike Lopez, Board y Debe Alikchihoo, Resident y Shirley Cox, Resident y Virginia Hansen, Resident y Donna Sanford, Resident y Jan Sheppard, Resident Underground Garage y Roni Reynolds, Board y Michele Compton, Board y Barbara Dey, Resident y Richard Glantz, Resident y Reuel Hunt, Resident y William Laub, Resident y Jan Sheppard, Resident

COMMUNITY LIFE COMMITTEES Activities (Ad Hoc) y Carol Brooks, Chair y Dennis Knight, Board y Kit Annis, Resident y Judi Bianco, Resident y Ginny Cox, Resident y Jolene Cranston, Resident y Rebecca Sanchez, Resident y Jo Wessel, Resident y Bev Williams, Resident Board Election y Mike Lopez, Chair y Carol Brooks, Board y Donna Sanford, Resident y Bev Williams, Resident Building Representative Zone Committee (BRZC) Carol Brooks / Donna Sanford, Co-Chairs Zone 1: Marilyn Tyler Zone 2: Barb Penn Zone 3: Mona Knight Zone 4: Kathy Young Zone 5: Lisa Davis Zone 6: Barb Ellis Zone 7: Jean McCoy Community Life y Dennis Knight, Chair y Carol Brooks, Board y Bonita Brown, Resident y Jolene Cranston, Resident

Community Life continued y Donna Pitcher Fisher, Resident y James Keyworth, Resident y Eydie McDaniel, Resident y Shari Swickard, Resident Golf y Dean Deverick, Chair y Michele Compton, Board y Daniel Berman, Resident y Jo Wessel, Resident y Jim Wright, Resident y Men’s League President y Women’s League President Public Relations/Marketing y Dennis Knight, Chair y Roni Reynolds, Board y Donna Pitcher Fisher, Resident y Jeanne Lee, Resident y Judy Tauchen, Resident y Kathy Young, Resident Restaurant (Ad Hoc) y Michele Compton, Chair y Dean Deverick, Board y Kit Annis, Resident y Kathy Callender, Resident y Lanny Dick, Resident y Ann-Marie Jackson, Resident y Charles McDonald, Resident

303-364-7485 Regular Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

General Manager: Rebecca Zazueta, email: rzazueta@wgamail.com Community Life Manager: Cari Ervin, email: cervin@wgamail.com Business Manager: Tammy Tafoya-Paredes, email: ttafoya@wgamail.com Community Administrator: Patricia Frawley, email: pfrawley@wgamail.com Policy & Modifications: Katie Monasmith, email: kmonasmith@wgamail.com Office Manager: Liz Nickel, email: lnickel@wgamail.com Receptionists: Estephany Vela, email: evela@wgamail.com

Egypt Robinson, email: erobinson@wgamail.com Administrative Assistant: Karen Arellano, email: karellano@wgamail.com Accounting Manager: Debra Ford, email: dford@wgamail.com Accountant: Sarah Kluhsman, email skluhsman@wgamail.com Community Response 303-364-4924 communityresponse@wgamail.com Chief of Community Response: Chris Scovil, email: cscovil@wgamail.com Dispatcher: Kacey Parker, email: kparker@wgamail.com Activities Hotline: 303-364-9141 or Admin: 720-862-1520 Activities Director: Charlie Schmidt, email: cschmidt@wgamail.com Assistant Activities Director: Renee Jennings, email: rjennings@wgamail.com Administrative Assistant: Susan Hunt, email: shunt@wgamail.com Golf Shop & Course 303-366-3133 Golf Manager: Joey Schlueter, email: jschlueter@wgamail.com Facilities Maintenance Manager: Bill Walsh, email: bwalsh@wgamail.com Grounds Maintenance Supervisor: Dana Cusack, email: dana@wgamail.com Board Members board@wgamail.com President: Vice Pres.: Treasurer: Secretary:

Bobbie Mays Dennis Knight Mike Lopez Carol Brooks

Asst. Treasurer: Dean Deverick Asst. Secretary: Michele Compton Director-at-Large: Roni Reynolds

Building Representative Zone Committee (BRZC) Email: brzc@wgamail.com

WINDSOR LIFE: THE NEWS OF WINDSOR GARDENS ADVERTISING: Call Karen at 303-364-7485 or email karellano@wgamail. com. Ad space reservations are due the 10th of the month prior to the month of publication.

SUBMISSIONS: Email to WindsorLife@wgamail.com. Submissions are due the 15th of the month prior to the month of publication and will be reviewed by the WG Public Relations Committee or administrators for possible publication.

DELIVERY: Windsor Life is delivered within the first week of the month.

Windsor Life is published by the Windsor Gardens Association Board of Directors for the benefit of Windsor Gardens residents and is dedicated to: fostering communication and collaboration among the residents, board of directors and staff; promoting Windsor Gardens numerous and diverse activities; and informing residents of community resources and issues. The Windsor Gardens Association, its board of directors and employees and the Windsor Life staff are not responsible or liable for any of the services or products advertised in the Windsor Life publication, nor do we endorse any advertisement, product or service. The association recommends that you research any product or service and check references prior to hiring any individual or company.

Windsor Gardens Association 595 South Clinton Street Denver, CO 80247 303-364-7485 www.windsorgardensdenver.org

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In Remembrance

NOTE: Not all of the committees meet every month.

Attend in Person: Most meetings will be in the Colorado Room with exceptions noted below.

Join by Phone via Zoom: Phone option available for many committee meetings. Call 720-928-9299 at the time of the meeting and use the meeting ID and passcode provided with the individual meetings in the below schedule.

Join Online via Zoom: Online option available for many committee meetings. Go to www.zoom.com. Click “Join a meeting” and enter the meeting ID and passcode provided with the individual meetings in the below schedule.

To share the passing of someone with the community, please submit the deceased’s name, date of death, building number and any life memories you’d like to share to WindsorLife@wgamail.com or to the association office. Remembrances are subject to editing, including for length and grammar.

COMMUNITY MEETINGS Building Rep Committee Wednesday, May 24, 3 p.m. in CenterPoint

COMMITTEE MEETINGS Architectural Review Committee Tuesday, May 16, 9:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 830 8451 4592 Passcode: 729460 Auditing Committee Friday, May 12, 9 a.m.

In person in the administration office boardroom.

Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, May 24, 9:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 825 8051 1557 Passcode: 537924 Building Rep. Committee Wednesday, May 24, 3 p.m.

Meeting ID: 892 1836 3755 Passcode: 410037 Building Rep. Zone Committee Thursday, May 18, 9:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 825 2416 2980 Passcode: 427612 Community Life Committee Thursday, May 18, 1 p.m.

Meeting ID: 842 7102 7346 Passcode: 238599 Community Response Wednesday, May 17, 1 p.m.

Meeting ID: 895 1342 8614 Passcode: 852969 Finance Committee Friday, May 12, 10:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 873 3294 2891 Passcode: 561834 Golf Committee Tuesday, May 9, 1 p.m.

Meeting ID: 838 1856 4453 Passcode: 289042 Long-Range Planning & Innovation Friday, May 12, 2 p.m.

Meeting ID: 880 4233 0188 Passcode: 990141 Policy Committee Wednesday, May 10, 9:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 897 7324 2871 Passcode: 476035 Public Relations Committee Thursday, May 4, 9:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 868 2059 4588 Passcode: 890371 Underground Garage Subcommittee Wednesday, May 17, 2 p.m.

Meeting ID: 858 6902 7685 Passcode: 279512

Association Offices Closed Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Thanksgiving

Christmas

New Year's Day

Monday, May 29, 2023 Tuesday, July 4, 2023 Monday, September 4, 2023 Thursday, November 23, 2023 Friday, November 24, 2023 Friday, December 22, 2023 Monday, December 25, 2023 Monday, January 1, 2024

Your Turn: Write a Letter Write a letter to the board, administration or the community.

Letters submitted to the Windsor Life are published at the discretion of the Windsor Gardens Board of Directors, administrators and editor.

Letters are subject to editing, including for length and grammar, and are limited to 300 words in many cases. Letters containing obvious factual inaccuracies, unattributed facts and quotes, or libelous statements will not be printed. Reviews, positive or negative, of businesses that are lessees of Windsor Gardens will not be published.

All letters must include the writer’s name, address and phone number for verification purposes. Letters submitted by mail or dropped off at the association office also need a signature. The writer’s name will be included with those letters that are published.

E-mail to: WindsorLife@wgamail.com Mail to: Windsor Life, 595 S. Clinton St., Denver, CO 80247

Response to Letters Concerning Smoking and Break-ins in the April 2023 Issue I thought the smoking letter [“Let's Stop Making It ‘Us’ Against ‘Them’”] was well written. People are so quick to divide into ‘us vs. them’ camps. Maybe we need to stop denigrating everyone we disagree with and start looking for some common ground, or at least some solutions.

I would also like to respond to the second letter [“Break-ins in February 2023”]. I have had reason to call Community Response several times this year for everything from noise violations in the middle of the night to illegal dumping in the recycle bins in the middle of the day. Every time I’ve been impressed with their professionalism and prompt responses. Their duties include a wide range of activities. Keep up the good work.

Unfortunately, crime in Denver is on the rise and dealing with that comes at a price. If we expect a quicker response then maybe we need to beef up the staff, but that will increase our HOA. We need to remember that if we think a crime has been committed or is in progress, the first call should go to 911. That’s why we have a police force. And we should remember that it is up to us to report what we see and not wait for someone else to call it in. The sooner word gets around that Windsor Gardens isn’t the place to commit any crimes, the safer we’ll all be.

Lani Rasmusson

Response to Letters Concerning Sports Courts and Breakins at WG in the April 2023 Issue I love all that Windsor Gardens has to offer. I did my research before moving in here. All retirement communities will have pros and cons, and we make our decisions based on what we see and like the most.

For instance, my sister chose Heather Gardens, and I chose Windsor Gardens for various reasons. I knew Windsor Gardens did not have LETTERS continued on page 4

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LETTERS continued from page 3 pickleball courts, basketball hoops, tennis courts, or a doggie park.

But we have many offerings that do make me happy.

We have the luxury of having many recreation centers in close proximity, and with Silver Sneakers, the program for seniors, we can take advantage of abundant recreational activities at no cost. It is an easy 5-minute drive to pursue recreation elsewhere and make new friends outside of this community in the process.

Let's be happy with the choices we make. I am concerned about additions that are going to make our HOA prices go even higher, with the increase of construction costs to meet everyone's desires, maintenance of those courts, and rising insurance costs for liability to seniors. Why duplicate things that are already abundantly available within driving distance?

With regard to break-ins, I think our Community Response team is doing an awesome job. Let us all remember that these are our homes. I would certainly call the cops if I saw a naked swimmer in my pool, or suspicious vans driving around. We are perfectly capable of checking all the locks on our building to make sure they are in working order. And remember to keep your own doors locked at all times and don't keep valuables in your cars. We can alleviate a lot of the stress and activities from Community Response by treating our homes as our homes, taking pride in securing our own safety, and knowing there is a team to help us when in need.

Carol Summerlin

Change the Smoking Policy All hail to the writers last month urging WG residents to carefully consider their vote on making our community a non-smoking one.

They’ve covered the deleterious effects of smoking on humans. I will relay my own asthmatic and multi-allergy story after eight years here in WG. I rented before I purchased to see if I liked the community. The neighbors below me were not a problem until my third year. Their health issues had them turning to smoking weed for relief. I sympathized with their situation, but . . . after plugging every hole in my unit didn’t work, I had to talk with them about my constant eyeitching and increased asthma. They said they would smoke less and further block off their lanai. It didn’t work.

I had been pondering buying a unit, and the time had come. In observing my own building’s smoking percentage, it seemed to me that most WG residents didn’t smoke. So even though I had the worst possible problem situation, I assumed there were many situations in our large community where I would find life comfortable. And the lure of WG is strong.

When I went looking, I walked away from units where I smelled hallway or unit smoke. I also questioned the seller and building reps about their knowledge of residents’ smoking habits. I finally chose a unit where I didn’t smell smoke and that met my other conditions. Yes, I knew that present conditions do not guarantee future conditions, but I decided to lean on luck. It’s not my usual behavior, but so far, it has worked. I do have worries about my adjacent neighbors moving.

How do I ask them to please not sell to a smoker? Would they do that for me?

Having been a victim of our current policy, I will enthusiastically vote for a non-smoking policy.

Colleen Nunn

Enforcing the Smoking Policy at WG I moved to Windsor Gardens about one year ago. Despite a great year in all other ways, I regret moving here because of the lack of enforcement of the smoking policy. I am now considering leaving for a smoke-free community.

I have endured the smell and toxic intrusion of smoke in my home regularly for the past year. The smoke comes from the hallway, and I believe I know the unit where the smoker lives. Because I cannot prove it, I have been told by the administration that nothing can be done, except to call Community Response to investigate whenever I smell smoke. This amounts to a waste of time for Community Response as the smoker is already inside their unit by the time they arrive.

I believe this is a common issue throughout the community and would like to see the administration take a more active approach to enforce smoking policies. **Post "No Smoking" signs in the hallways and common areas and on entrance doors. At my building, I could not find any such signs anywhere except inside the elevator. **Post the smoking policy conspicuously on every floor and in common areas. **If complaints are being made regarding smoke in a building, send notices to everyone in that building to let them know and remind them about the smoking policy. **Install cameras in the buildings for the health and safety of the residents.

I am sure there are many other considerations the administration could look at to enhance smoking policy enforcement. It is a matter of health and safety, not to mention the quality of life for everyone at WG. Sometime this year, there will be a vote on making Windsor Gardens a smoke-free community. I would encourage everyone to get involved, be sure to vote, and spread the word to others.

Terry (Eric) Sandefur

Response to "Enforcing the Smoking Policy at WG" A frequent question from residents is, “Why do we have to call Community Response every time we smell smoke odor?” Your call helps build a paper trail for covenant enforcement, especially when the source is located.

When Community Response receives a complaint about cigarette or marijuana smoke odor, and depending on the priority of calls when the complaint is received, the officer will respond and try to verify and locate the source. It is important to note that verification of smoke smell is done without knocking on unit doors. Community Response will check for smoke smell from the hallway outside of the unit door(s). Also important to note is that the officer will not follow up with the complainant. If an update is desired, the resident should contact Community Response again and after sufficient time has been provided for the officer to respond to the complaint. Regardless of the outcome, Community Response will document the call and what was determined. Then the report is sent to the WG Policy and Modification Administrator. If Community Response cannot respond due to call volume or an emergency, the call will be documented, and the next available officer can investigate the complaint.

If staff cannot verify the verbal complaint while it is occurring, the second way to address a covenant violation is to submit a formal written complaint. The covenant and rule enforcement LETTERS continued on page 7

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WG Board in Motion At their regular monthly meeting on April 21, 2023, the board approved: Architectural review committee motions: − A motion to not approve the hallway artwork proposal submitted by an owner from building 40. − A motion to deny the proposal for window film installation in the common areas of building 42.

A community response committee motion to forward the community response draft policy with the discussed revisions to the policy committee for further review.

Finance committee motions: − A motion to transfer $360,970.83 to the capital reserve account. − A motion to transfer $201,902.75 to the tax reserve account. − A motion to transfer $196,957.00 to the capital reserve account.

(This transfer represents the April insurance loan payment from the operating account). − A motion to transfer $253,585.35 (Unallocated Funds) to the Operating Account to be used as budgeted income for fiscal year ending 2024. − A motion to recommend Toro West as the new financial advisor for Windsor Gardens.

A golf committee motion to allow non-resident men’s and women’s league players to pay the resident rate during scheduled league play.

A long-range planning and innovation committee motion to proceed with preliminary design services and schematic designs for the surface garages in parking lots 12 through 20 with authorization for the expenditure of up to $50,000.

Policy committee motions: − A motion to approve the amendments to the common elements decorating policy regarding unit doorbells as presented for publication in the Windsor Life for owner comments. − A motion to approve the proposed rewrite of the noise policy as amended and to publish in the Windsor Life for owner comments.

A motion to deny the appeal of unit door painting exceptions at buildings 32 and 48.

A motion to approve the appointment of building representatives and alternates as listed.

A motion to amend the common elements decorating policy liability clause regarding shared food items in the buildings for publication in the Windsor Life for owner comments.

At an executive board session on April 21, 2023, it was decided to proceed with a judicial foreclosure on a delinquent account and to issue a human relations violation letter. The board also acted on a personnel matter.

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Proposed Amendments to the Common Elements Decorations Policy The below proposed revisions to the Common Elements Decoration Policy will be voted on by the board of directors at their meeting on May 24, 2023 (meeting details on page 3). If you have questions or comments about the proposed amendments to the policy, please email them to board@wgamail.com or mail a letter to 595 S. Clinton Street, Denver, CO 80247. Letters may also be dropped off at the association office.

The deadline to submit comments is May 23, 2023.

In the WG Common Elements Decorations Policy, under the 'LOBBY FURNITURE AND DECORATIVE PIECES" section, subsection F, the following changes are proposed. Deleted language is in striketype and added language is in ALL CAPS.

F. Tables should be sturdy and easily cleaned. Tables in elevator lobbies and in two story buildings present obstacles for moves in or out of the building. Glass top tables and/or breakable decorations on top of the table are especially concerning and are a breakage/injury risk unless the base is deemed to be sturdy, and the glass top is inlaid in the table. Freestanding glass top tables are discouraged. Decorations on tables should be simple and aesthetically pleasing. The Association is not responsible for any incidents or illness related to shared candy dishes or treats that have been left out for residents to share in the building.

THE ASSOCIATION SHALL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ILLNESS, INJURY, INCAPACITY OR OTHER HARM RELATED TO SHARED FOODS, CANDY, BEVERAGES, SNACKS, MEALS OR

OTHER EDIBLE ITEMS LEFT FOR RESIDENTS TO SHARE IN THE BUILDING. Residents assume any risk for consumption of shared edible items.

In the 'UNIT DOORS" section, first paragraph, the following changes are proposed. Deleted language is in striketype and added language is in ALL CAPS.

All unit doors will be painted the color of the approved decorating scheme. Doorbells, INCLUDING WIRELESS SMART DOORBELL CAMERAS, and door knockers are allowed on unit doors or door frame, BUT MUST BE EASILY REMOVABLE TO ALLOW FOR THE DOOR TO BE PAINTED OR TOUCHED UP BY THE ASSOCIATION. Door kick plates are also permitted. Decorative items, religious symbols or cultural items are allowed on unit doors as long as they are easily removable, seasonally appropriate and do not cause damage to the paint. Owners of units with door decorations that clash significantly with existing hallway décor or that are not properly maintained will be required to remove such decorations.

Proposed Revised Noise Policy The below proposed, revised WG Noise Policy will be voted on by the board of directors at their meeting on May 24, 2023 (details on page 3). If you have questions or comments about the proposed amendments to the policy, please email them to board@wgamail.com or mail a letter to 595 S. Clinton Street, Denver, CO 80247. Letters may also be dropped off at the association office. The deadline to submit comments is May 23, 2023.

NOISE POLICY Rules and regulations are required to reduce, control, and prevent noise in and around residential buildings and to protect the peaceful enjoyment of Units, Common Elements, and other portions of the Community.

The authority for this policy is granted by the Declaration for Windsor Gardens Association, Article 5, Section 5.16, Rules and Regulations, Section 5.11, No Annoying Lights or Sounds, and 5.14 Nuisances.

RULES & REGULATIONS FOR NOISE REDUCTION, CONTROL AND PREVENTION 1. Residential building quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. daily.

Normal activities are permitted during quiet hours, but the noise level should not unreasonably offend or disturb other residents or interfere with the peaceful enjoyment of Units, Common Elements, or any other portions of the Community.

• The following noises are exempt from this rule: mechanical building components including, but not limited to, the elevator, fans, vents, heat registers; emergency maintenance or landscape activities; use of an air conditioning unit that is in good repair; snow removal; emergency services, including community response, fire department, police, and ambulance; and city, trash/recycling, and utility services.

2. Normal community living noises in residential buildings, as well as maintenance and grounds operations are expected to occur during active building hours between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. daily.

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES • Residents are encouraged to use their dishwashers, garbage disposals, and vacuums during active building hours.

• Unless there are building specific exceptions, residents are encouraged to limit their use of the laundry room, trash chute, and trash room to active building hours.

• For safety reasons, and to prevent noise disturbance to neighbors, visiting children should not run inside of residential buildings, including within the Unit they are visiting.

• Loud or lengthy hallway conversations and outdoor discussions near lanais and windows should be avoided.

• Use of audible exercise equipment or musical instruments should only occur during active building hours.

• Wind chimes or similar decorative items that make noise are not allowed on lanais or any common elements.

• Residents are encouraged to inform their neighbors when there will be unusual noise that may be audible from their Unit, such as a party or gathering, visitors coming and going, or a large delivery and installation of an appliance or piece of furniture.

3. Construction, including repair, remodel, and replacement work inside of a Unit performed by a resident or the association, their vendors, or contractors, is permitted between the hours of 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Quiet work that does not disturb residents is permitted to begin at 7 a.m.

PROPOSED REVISED NOISE POLICY continued on page 7

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LETTERS continued from page 4 complaint form can be found on the association website at www. windsorgardensdenver.org in the Resource Center folder attached to the Covenant and Rule Enforcement Policy. Paper copies can also be found in the lobby of the fitness center or the administration office. The enforcement procedure in the policy states: complaints that cannot be independently verified by the association or its staff can be submitted in writing by two unrelated owners or residents to serve as verification and prompt covenant enforcement notification.

The written complaint must: be legible, signed, and dated, include adequate details about the covenant or rule violation, and provide contact details for the complaining party. Each complaint will be investigated, closed, or verified and moved to covenant and rule enforcement.

Your building representative can post a copy of the current policy on the building’s bulletin boards as an additional notification if the building is experiencing an issue that has not been verified. The association issues letters in accordance with covenant and rule enforcement procedure.

Windsor Gardens does not have the infrastructure necessary to support the installation of security cameras in building hallways or other areas of the community. This project would require additional staffing to monitor, review, and store footage obtained in these areas.

Chris Scovil, Chief of Security, and Katie Monasmith, Policy and Modification Administrator

PROPOSED REVISED NOISE POLICY continued from page 6 Monday through Saturday. With exception to emergency work performed or managed by the association, construction is not permitted on Sundays or on any of the following company holidays observed by Windsor Gardens: New Year’s Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the Friday following Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. All unauthorized work reported and confirmed by Community Response will be shut down on these non-workdays.

4. Rules and regulations for pet noise can be found in the Pet Ownership Policy.

5. Moving in or out of a residential building is permitted between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Additional information regarding moving can be found in the Moving Policy.

ENFORCEMENT Reports of noise disturbances during active building hours will be managed on a case-by-case basis and in accordance with the Covenant and Rule Enforcement Procedure. If the noise disturbance cannot be independently verified, a minimum of two written complaints from unrelated owners or residents must be submitted to the Policy and Modification Administrator who will determine if the complaint is justified, after conferring with the General Manager.

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Windsor Gardens Property Values Show an Overall Increase This year is a property valuation year, and all owners should receive a notice of valuation from the Denver Assessor’s office the first week of May. Under Colorado law, all real property must be re-appraised every two years, and this occurs in the odd-numbered years (2021, 2023, etc.). Denver’s assessment division studies the prices of properties sold during the 24-month period ending on June 30 of the year prior to the re-appraisal. For example, new 2023 values are based on qualified market sales of properties that sold between July 1, 2020, and June 30, 2022.

This property valuation year reflects an average 25 to 30% overall increase in Windsor Gardens property values in comparison to the last valuation year, which was 2021, when there was an 8% overall decrease in Windsor Gardens property values. This year’s valuation shows a recovery from that prior period, and a significant increase in property values for the community in the 2020 to 2022 period.

To help understand this year’s valuations, we talked to Amy Grossman, a real estate professional who knows the Windsor Gardens market well and has worked in the community selling real estate for many years. She shared the following insights with us: During the winter months, the number of units on the market typically increases, and then the units sell rapidly in the new year and spring, the peak season. In the height of the pandemic in 2020 and through the winter months of 2021, the inventory of units on the market and the number of buyers were lower than normal.

This left units on the market for longer periods and the resale prices were flat and in many cases reduced. During this period: a) Many people chose not to move because of health reasons, fears and concerns related to the pandemic. b) Working people were impacted by the pandemic in 2020 with layoffs, companies going out of business, and extended leaves from employment, making it less possible for them to sell and buy houses. This had a trickledown effect on people trying to sell and transition into communities like Windsor Gardens.

However, because the inventory continued to be lower than

normal, the market stayed steady and when prices did drop, it was not by a lot.

In the late winter and spring of 2021, there were ongoing COVID concerns, other variants, and political and inflation challenges.

Additionally, there were many materials shortages, delays in getting shipments, and significant labor shortages, which began to impact the completion of new build communities and home building and remodeling. A significant number of people were relocating and leaving certain states to go to other states, and the number of people relocating to Denver increased substantially.

These conditions and the limited inventory of units on the market drove up the resale prices.

Summers are typically a slower time in Windsor Gardens, but starting in spring 2021, we saw ongoing buying and selling that continued throughout the entire year, as if there had been a backlog of buyers and sellers.

In the winter of 2022, there was still a low inventory of available units on the market, and the flow of buyers did not stop. Units were selling consistently and a lot quicker than in the prior year. There were many more multiple offers on units for sale, and properties were selling more often for the asking price and beyond.

Market conditions remained strong, which continued to drive unit prices upward, all the way through the summer of 2022.

Throughout the 2022 summer months, interest rates continued to increase rapidly, and the buyers started to dwindle in residential areas, making it difficult for people to sell and transition into communities like Windsor Gardens. However, overall, sales and unit prices held strong. All units, regardless of size, experienced record-breaking prices over the two-year period.

Protesting My Property Valuation The deadline to submit a protest is June 8, 2023. If you miss your opportunity to protest, there is still an opportunity to appeal the WG PROPERTY VALUES continued on page 9

WINDSOR GARDENS SALES STATISTICS JULY 2020 THROUGH JUNE 2022 2020 (after July 1st) Unit Type

A B C D E F G H AE AD BB TH

# of Units Sold 42

Average Price

2021 Average Price

$206,102.00

# of Units Sold 121

11

$149,405.00

2

2022 (up to June 30) Average Price

$221,355.00

# of Units Sold 36

$274,797.00

Avg. Increase / Decrease (%) 33%

35

$164,613.00

21

$181,719.00

22%

$146,625.00

10

$145,140.00

1

$165,000.00

13%

12

$164,658.00

20

$175,968.00

7

$188,429.00

14%

28

$173,218.00

63

$175,505.00

22

$202,591.00

17%

1

$239,824.00

7

$243,571.00

2

$311,875.00

30%

6

$200,867.00

12

$226,490.00

3

$325,000.00

62%

7

$213,571.00

0

--

0

0

--

0

0

1

$390,000.00

--

0

3

$324,966.67

1

$350,000.00

--

2

$322,500.00

0

0

1

2

$346,750.00

$325,000.00

--

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WG PROPERTY VALUES continued from page 8 valuation again after the tax bill is sent in January 2024. Keep in mind that an increase in property valuation or estimated taxes is not necessarily a good reason to submit a protest, although all owners have a right to do so. Ultimately, an increase in property valuation means that the property taxes for your unit may increase next year.

Applications are available in the WG administrative office and can be found online at:

It is also important to note that property taxes may have increased more for some than others. The likely reason is that there was a loss in the senior property tax exemption.

Here are a few details from the City and County of Denver:

https://www.denvergov.org/Government/Departments/Departmentof-Finance/Our-Divisions/Assessors-Office/Senior-Property-TaxExemption The Colorado legislature controls the amount of the exemption.

If you have questions about your property valuation, contact the Denver Assessor’s Office. Contact information is noted below. There will also be a representative from the assessor’s office at Windsor Gardens on May 11 and May 18 in the community center. Please contact the activities desk to schedule a 15-minute appointment to discuss your valuation with their representative.

All residents approved for the exemption in 2022, or any prior year, should see a reduction in the property tax bill received in January 2023.

Senior Property Tax Exemption Application is Due July 15

Exemptions are only allowed for the year in which you apply and going forward, not for prior years.

If you are 65 years of age or older and have owned and lived in your unit (as your primary residence) consecutively for at least 10 years as of January 2023, you are eligible to apply for the senior property tax exemption. Windsor Gardens strongly encourages all owners who qualify for this exemption to apply. In most recent tax years, property taxes have been reduced by approximately 50% for owners who receive the exemption. While funding for this program may change from one year to the next, it is extremely beneficial to owners and helps reduce the amount collected as part of the HOA dues for property tax payments.

Contact Information for the Assessor’s Office

You must apply by July 15 of the year in which you seek an exemption. Applications postmarked by July 15 are considered timely.

The Denver Assessor's Office employees are working remotely parttime. Questions can be emailed to assessor@denvergov.org rather than calling or coming to the assessor's office. Emails are monitored continuously and will be returned promptly. If you do not have access to email, please call the assessor’s office at 720-913-4164.

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From the General Manager Rebecca Zazueta

REPLACE YOUR OLD VALVES & YOUR OLD OR PLASTIC TOILET SUPPLY LINES! Shower/Tub Valves

Toilet Supply Lines

At the April 2023 building rep zone committee (BRZC) meeting, an informational flyer and video on shower/tub valve replacement was shared with building representatives. You can see the flyer below. Our goal is for this information to be posted in the building laundry rooms and used to educate all owners on the importance of proactively replacing your shower/tub valves before a problem turns into an emergency plumbing repair.

Now onto the next plumbing fixture to add to your replacement list, toilet supply lines. This type of plumbing fixture failure is at the top of my list for memorable water losses. I am amazed by the amount of water one supply line can dump onto the floor in a short amount of time and the significant cost of repairs after the fact. This is one of those plumbing issues that seems to happen when you are asleep or not at home. And you don’t realize what has happened until you put your bare foot on the bedroom floor to get out of bed. Once your foot hits the floor you quickly determine water is everywhere. The

Replacement requires a modification permit which will allow the association to track when valves are replaced in each unit. When you are ready to work on your valve replacement, fill out a modification packet available in our administrative office or online.

TOILET SUPPLY LINES continued on page 11

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From the General Manager continued TOILET SUPPLY LINES continued from page 10 worst-case scenario is when your downstairs neighbor wakes you up because they have wet feet in their unit from your toilet supply line.

Not a fun way to wake up.

There are propably stories where residents heard the pop of the toilet supply line breaking loose and were fortunate enough to spring into action before major damage was caused. But for those residents who have lived through a toilet supply line failure with unit damage, I am confident they will encourage everyone to proactively replace their toilet supply lines.

its age, it should be replaced with a braided metal supply line with a metal cap as soon as possible. This is the component that most often cracks and fails, leaving damage behind if you are not there to turn off the water supply.

The administrative office sells toilet supply lines in 12 or 16-inch lengths for $7 each. This is an inexpensive way to avoid wet feet, damaged floors, and insurance claims. More details, including a how-to-video, will be shared at the May BRZC meeting on May 18.

(See the meeting details on page 3.)

Generally, toilet supply lines have a life expectancy of 10 years or less. And, if you have a supply line with a plastic cap, it doesn’t matter

DENVER REQUIREMENTS FOR ENERGY PERFORMANCE AND GREENHOUSE EMISSIONS REDUCTIONS FOR MULTIFAMILY BUILDINGS During April, Windsor Gardens residents were mailed a letter from the Denver Climate Action, Sustainability and Resiliency Office regarding the Energize Denver ordinance for energy performance and greenhouse gas emissions reductions for multifamily buildings and future electrification requirements for existing buildings.

This ordinance was approved in 2021 and will have a multi-year implementation.

The first phase, effective March 1, 2023, changes the building permit process for replacing gas furnaces and hot water heaters. As a resident at Windsor Gardens, you do not have a gas furnace or hot water heater in your individual unit. This means you are not subject to the changes in the building permit process.

The second phase will occur in 2025 and impact gas-powered infrastructure owned and maintained by the Windsor Gardens Association. The city and county of Denver will work directly with the association to plan for the upcoming requirements.

Individual condominium units may be impacted by permit changes that will occur in 2025 for packaged terminal air conditioners (PTACs), otherwise known as the box air conditioning units found in most units within Windsor Gardens. The city and county of Denver will work closely with the community to prepare and inform residents of these future building code changes. If you have any additional questions, please contact the city and county of Denver directly at electrification@denvergov.org.

STOLEN LOCKBOX On April 6, 2023, a stolen lockbox from a realtor's box located in a two-story building on South Alton Way was reported by a listing agent. The unoccupied unit involved in this incident did not report any damage or stolen items. There was no ring doorbell or similar device to check for suspicious activity in the building. However, the building was re-keyed due to the stolen lockbox (which had a building key inside of it) and known occupancy concerns in the building.

Re-keying building doors is an extra expense to the association and is labor intensive. To prevent these incidents from occurring,

please help the association keep lockbox use to a minimum. Owners are reminded that lockboxes are only to be used when a unit is contractually listed with a real estate agent to sell the condo. Owners are responsible for allowing agents to use a lockbox and for the use of the keys in the lockbox. After the unit has been sold and the new owner has possession, the lockbox must be removed within five days.

Owners who use the box for a lockbox unrelated to an active sales listing for their unit will be held responsible for the cost of re-keying the building if the lockbox is stolen or the keys are reported missing.

UNIT BREAK-IN ALONG THE HIGH LINE CANAL The following message was sent to all residents via Pilera on April 21 regarding a unit break-in. As of April 25, the Denver Police Department has assigned an investigator to the case, and all information collected by the association has been shared with the detective.

A first-floor vacant unit break-in occurred in a 4-story building on South Alton Way. The building involved is along the High Line Canal. The unit owner believes the suspect accessed the unit through an unlocked, slightly opened bedroom window.

A rod was placed in the window seal, but apparently did not hold when the suspect breached the window. The window had blinds and curtains, but they were opened and pulled to one side. This window is a side window in an end unit.

The unit door was secure, and no lockbox was in use. The suspect left through the same window and reinstalled the windowpane incorrectly. There was no damage to the unit but there was obvious activity and fingerprints. DPD was contacted.

A male, possibly African American, under 30 years old, wearing dark clothes, white shoes, and carrying a bag, was seen on a ring video camera walking towards the back of the building at 3 a.m. this morning. There is no evidence that the suspect entered the unit through the building or hallway.

UNIT BREAK-IN continued on page 12

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From the General Manager continued UNIT BREAK-IN continued from page 11 Residents are asked to check all windows and doors to ensure that they are locked. First floor units that are vacant and without window coverings may be at risk. Community Response is watching for damage to screens and windows and will increase patrols throughout the community and along

the High Line Canal. Please contact Community Response to report suspicious activity, including damage to windows or screens. Call 911 for crimes in progress and then call Community Response.

MAINTENANCE & GROUNDS UPDATES CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS Technology project: The LRP&I committee received additional information from the contractor on the 5G private cellular network.

The initial testing was successful, and the contractor will present the proposal to the committee in May. Colorado Room Technology: New technology equipment has been ordered for the room.

Roof replacement project: The building 6 roof and gutter replacement was completed in March, on time and before yearend. We have a good start on the roof replacement for building 53.

Approximately 25% of the facia needed to be replaced.

Underground garage project: The contractor for the underground project has returned after leaving the property due to weather delays. They are making progress on some waterproofing work.

The backfill contractor has not returned to the project yet. The utility lines will need to be repaired before the trenches can be closed between buildings 82 and 84.

Tower and statue project: We have engaged an architect to provide rough cost estimates for the available repair / replace options. The report is pending and will be provided to the board when received.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE PROJECTS The underfloor leak in building 4 is finally complete. It was a very complicated repair.

A kitchen sink stack in building 84 failed, and we rerouted the drain under the cabinet.

We rebuilt the large handrail at the CenterPoint ramp due to rust and a vehicle dislodging the rail.

We had an underfloor leak in building 45.

We had a second underfloor leak in building 68.

HALLWAY REDECORATING PROJECT: CARPET REPLACEMENT Buildings 46: Carpet installation is underway.

Building 32: Next building for carpet installation.

PAINT DEPARTMENT PROJECTS Hallway redecoration project: Buildings 9 and 66 are complete.

Work in building 6 has started.

Outdoor painting projects: Building 9 is in progress.

Other projects: Completing work orders and painting unit doors as needed.

GROUNDS DEPARTMENT PROJECTS We are activating the irrigation system.

Trimming of trees, shrubs, grasses and perennials is complete.

The planting of shrubs and perennials is scheduled for the second week of May. The first round of mowing, trimming and edging is scheduled for the first week of May. We are seeding.

The greens and tees are starting to fill in from aeration.

We are installing new signs along the golf course: “Golfers Only,” “No Walking” and “No Parking Fire Lane”.

Flower beds are being prepped, edged, turned and shaped.

Weed control will be starting soon.

We are working on irrigation for the underground parking project.

We are working on dump maintenance and creating topsoil. Mixing new compost with an old pile of soils.

We are installing mulch.

The first flower delivery is expected on May 21, and the second on June 4.

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PERSONAL CONDO INSURANCE HO6 Policy Each Windsor Gardens owner needs to purchase an HO6 policy, also known as a condominium policy. HO6 policies provide necessary coverage for Windsor Gardens residents to protect their personal assets and cover association deductibles.

An HO6 policy will have separate sections of coverage.

Section A Covers items on the interior of the unit that are the responsibility of the homeowner which will include the value of any items that have been replaced since original construction.

Section B Covers all personal property (furniture, clothing, etc.) of the owner.

Section C Covers liability for the interior of the unit. When someone enters your unit, the liability is the owner’s. For example, if someone trips over the carpet in your unit and gets hurt, the liability for that is on the owner.

Section D Loss assessment coverage. This applies to the owner being assessed for their portion of a claim that was not covered by insurance. For example, the association has a wind/hail deductible and also a property deductible which can be assessed to an owner. And damage to common areas caused by water overflowing from a tub, or water damage from a dishwasher or hose can be assessed to a unit owner.

Make sure your personal insurance will cover these potential deductibles and that the policy does not limit how much they will pay for that deductible.

Renter’s Insurance If you are renting your unit out, make sure your policy has an endorsement for your renting the unit or purchase a separate landlord policy. This policy should include loss of rent in the event your unit cannot be rented while it is being repaired.

Eagle AV, LLC **AUTHORIZED BY WINDSOR GARDENS ASSOCIATION**

DISH NETWORK INTERNET HOME PHONE email: matt@gr8tv4all.com Sales & Service: 303-337-3474

Annual Letter from the Association's Insurance Agent From Pat Wilderotter, Cherry Creek Insurance Group, WGA Insurance Agent Annually, your board of directors purchases insurance for the condominium association that covers the buildings, personal property of the association, general liability on the common areas, fidelity coverage and director’s and officer’s coverage. As unit owners, it is important that you maintain your own insurance to cover unit items that are your responsibility as detailed in the Windsor Gardens Amended and Restated Condominium Declaration, as well as your personal property and liability exposures that are not covered under your association’s master insurance policy.

If there were a covered property loss at Windsor Gardens, the association’s master policy would rebuild the basic structure to original specifications minus applicable deductibles.

Any improvements made to the interior of the units since original construction are the responsibility of the owner(s) to insure.

Additionally, under section 1 (A) found in the WG Insurance Deductible Policy amended November 2019, the association’s basic property deductible of $25,000 can be assessed to an owner(s). Also, your property policy has a 3% deductible of the building value for wind/hail. A buy-down policy to cover this deductible would be an excessive cost that would mandate raising the individual assessments of all owners. As a result, in the event of a total wind/hailstorm, owners could be assessed approximately $4,880.

Each owner needs to make sure their individual HO6 (condominium owner’s) or their landlord’s policy (if they are renting the unit out) includes loss assessment coverage or property coverage to meet these deductibles. This coverage should cost minimum annually.

In accordance with section 6.6 of the Windsor Gardens Amended and Restated Condominium Declaration, in the event that common elements need to be maintained, repaired or replaced due to an owner (or their guests etc) negligence or willful act or omission, especially but not limited to water overflowing from a tub, or water damage from a dishwasher or hose, then the expenses incurred by the association shall be the personal obligation of such owner.

When obtaining an individual unit owner’s insurance policy, if living in the unit, you need to obtain an HO6 (condominium owner’s) policy. The HO6 should include these four basic coverages: unit coverage, personal property coverage, liability coverage and loss assessment. The unit coverage should cover items specified in the WG Amended and Restated Declaration as the responsibility of the unit owner including window treatments and any improvements/betterments made since original construction. Personal property coverage should include all furnishings and clothing. This coverage should be written on a replacement cost basis. The unit owner needs to purchase liability insurance for anything that occurs within their unit. When someone enters your unit, the liability exposure becomes yours. Finally, loss assessment coverage applies if you are assessed by the association for an underinsured covered claim or the deductible portion of a claim. Most HO6 policies include one thousand dollars of loss assessment coverage, make sure this is not a sublimit for coverage available if paying a deductible.

Please review this coverage with your agent and make sure your coverage is adequate.

We recommend that each unit owner take pictures or videos of the inside of your home and store them somewhere away from your home. In the event of a loss, this makes claims handling much easier.

If you have questions regarding the association’s insurance you can reach our agent, Pat Wilderotter at 720-212-2065. To request a certificate of insurance, please email your request to certificate@thinkccig.com or fax your request to 303-799-0156, Attn: HOA Dept.

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Down to Earth

From Dana Cusack, Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

TREE SAFETY We continue to trim the trees that had snow breakage from last year. We have pruned a good share of our bigger trees but still have a lot to do. We have four expert tree trimmers in the department with over sixty-five years of combined experience. With Assistant Grounds Supervisor Vicente Orduna and me, we can add another sixty-five years of experience. We are training a new generation of arborist tree climbers with employees who started their careers at WG within the last two years.

Every year we have a tree safety meeting covering a wide variety of topics: Soil types Tree identification Tools and equipment, including ropes and harnesses How, where, when, and why to make a proper branch removal Knot tying How trees make and store food and budget for things like growth, reproduction and healing It is a refresher course for the crew. And every person who will operate a chainsaw watches a safety video covering correct operation, maintenance, chain sharpening and the equipment to be worn to minimize exposure to hazards with a chainsaw.

I want to mention the silver maples on Clinton Street. Eight trees were planted under the electric power lines. These trees are butchered by the public service company’s tree contractors every five years or so. As a result, they have created a hazardous situation. The trees have lost large limbs to snowstorms and are disfigured and deteriorating from improper trimming. Unfortunately, it is likely that these trees will need to be removed over the course of the next five years to prevent future damage and to improve the overall aesthetics of the property.

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LARGE ITEM PICKUP ON MAY 17 The annual Large Item Removal Day is on Wednesday, May 17. Please set broken or unusable items in front of your garage the morning of May 17. Those of you with underground garages need to set your items in the aisle behind your vehicle or a column.

Items that the crew cannot pick up: large appliances, TVs, electronics, mattresses, box springs or hazardous materials (including oil, combustible liquids, aerosol products, pesticides, paint, mineral spirits, varnishes, solvents, and other flammable material).

SHRED-IT EVENT ON JUNE 14 Get ready to shred-it on Wednesday, June 14, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the administration parking lot. Join us for this Shred-It event sponsored by AARP Elderwatch. Bring your unneeded personal and financial paperwork for shredding. Follow the one-way drive through line into the administrative parking lot to participate. In an effort to serve as many people as possible, you may bring up to three copy paper file boxes or one large trash bag.

FREE ELECTRONICS RECYCLING ON JUNE 22 On Thursday, June 22, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Blue Star Recyclers will be in the administration parking lot collecting electronics for recycling. Blue Star Recyclers protect your personal information by completely shredding or wiping hard drives and other data devices.

Accepted Materials: Computers, laptops/desktops, TVs and monitors, household electronics, printers, keyboards, video game consoles, A/V equipment, VCR/DVD players, VHS/CDs/DVDs, fax machines, cellphones, microwaves, hair dryers, vacuum cleaners and fans.

Materials NOT Accepted: Air conditioners, refrigerators/freezers, large appliances/ furniture, smoke detectors, bio-hazard materials, ballasts, transformers, hospital equipment and items with compressed gas.

Parking lot dumpsters are for recycling only. NO garbage. NO plastic bags. Garbage bins are located in the buildings, not the parking lots.

Make Room for More Recycling at WG

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From Community Response EMERGENCY RED PHONES: DIRECT LINES TO COMMUNITY RESPONSE I see red phones mounted on the wall in CenterPoint, near the pool, auditorium, etc. What are they used for?

class starts or when the bus leaves for Black Hawk but to report emergencies, suspicious activity or an elevator not working.

The red phones are a direct line to Community Response. When you pick up the receiver, the phone automatically dials Community Response dispatch or goes directly to an officer’s radio. It is a dedicated line, but only one line exists for all nine red phones. If the line is tied up, the red phone will continue to ring until the line is released. Because of the limitations, the phones will “timeout” and disconnect the call in two minutes.

The red phones do not dial directly to 911. In an emergency, a cell phone or an office landline should be used to call 911 first. Then call Community Response by lifting the red phone’s handset or by calling 303-364-4924.

When you connect with Community Response dispatch, state your location, if it’s an emergency, and then keep your report brief and to the point. The phones should not be used to find out when a yoga

The outdoor pool emergency phone, located in a waterproof box on the wall near the doors, does not work like the other red phones. You can dial 911 using the keypad or Community Response at extension 1560. To call 911, you have to dial a 9 first, so the number would be 9-911. Follow the instructions listed inside the box.

WG EMERGENCY PHONES LOCATIONS Building

Location

Building

Location

Fitness Center

Column in the center of the room

Auditorium

Entrance near the elevator

Indoor Pool

Outside the pool entrance door

Auditorium

2nd-floor hallway

Outdoor Pool

On the pool deck inside a waterproof box

CenterPoint Lobby

Near the elevator

--For 911, dial 9-911.

CenterPoint 2nd floor

Near the elevator

--For Community Response, dial 1560.

Community Response

Outside CR office door in a waterproof box

Woodshop

Near exit door

HAVE YOU UPDATED YOUR EMERGENCY DATA SHEET RECENTLY? Residents’ emergency data sheets (EDS), aka the “yellow sheet,” are on file with Community Response and should be updated periodically as life events and contacts change. Please stop by the Community Response office to review your EDS and update as necessary.

The EDS sheets provide: A list of your emergency contacts; The names of those people who you allow or disallow access to your unit; Your approval or denial for Community Response personnel to access your unit for health and welfare checks; and Other special considerations that you want to make Community Response to be aware of. One such item could be instructions for the care of your pets if you experience an emergency.

Health and Welfare Checks and Your EDS Health and welfare checks are an important vital service that Community Response offers. There is a check box on your EDS that either allows or denies Community Response access to your unit if a concerned family member, neighbor or friend has not seen you for an extended period, or you did not show up for church or a club event that you religiously attend.

Community Response officers will confirm that you checked “yes” on your EDS for health and welfare checks and then use the extra keys you have on file to enter your unit to check on you. If you checked “no” on your EDS, we will not enter unless there are exigent circumstances. We highly recommend checking yes, as this service has saved lives in the past.

Your EDS is secured with your extra set of keys in a locked cabinet behind a locked office door.

COMMUNITY RESPONSE ACTIVITIES, APRIL 1 THROUGH APRIL 26, 2023 CALLS RECEIVED

1117

ROUTINE ACTIVITIES Escorts Keys Lockouts Parking Complaints Pet Complaints Security/Vacation Checks

4 141 15 11 5 252

EMERGENCIES Emergency Medical Assists Health and Welfare Check Smoke Investigation

42 15 26

POLICE ACTIVITIES Alarms Alleged Burglary/Thefts Attempted Burglary/Thefts

4 7 4

POLICE ACTIVITIES continued Criminal Mischief/Vandalism Noise Complaints Police Assist Suspicious Person Theft from Vehicle Theft of Vehicle Warning Tickets

16 31 14 25 3 2 14

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The Cop Shop at WG The Cop Shop is operated by volunteers who work with the Denver Police Department to assist with citizen complaints, accident reports and other activities that would normally require a trip to the district station.

Leetsdale Cop Shop will be available at their table in CenterPoint from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, May 1; Friday, May 5; Monday, May 15; and Friday, May 19.

If you want to prevent possible identity theft, we will also be at a shredding event on Saturday, May 6, from 10 a.m. to noon at Cross of Glory Church, 1991 S. Oneida St., just north of Evans. Suggested donation of $5 per box or bag is requested.

Law Enforcement Appreciation Week is May 15 through May 21. Take a moment to write a note or say thank you to any law enforcement personnel you meet.

DEAR COP SHOP Dear Cop Shop: I’ve never heard of check washing. Is it a real problem or a fairytale?

Wondering Dear Wondering: Check washing used to be a fraudster’s friend and then it disappeared.

But low and behold, it’s popped back up again and is on the rise.

How exactly does one “wash” a check you ask? There are chemicals criminals can use to erase the “pay to” name and amount on a check, leaving your signature intact. Once your original information is removed, they rewrite the check to a new name and fill in any amount they want. Then they hop over to a bank and cash it.

There are ways you can protect yourself from this. If you are writing a check, use a black gel pen. The gel soaks into the paper ruining washing. Mail checks inside your post office. If you use an outside box, put it in the box the same day and before scheduled pick up.

Don’t leave it in the box overnight. Look at your bank statement online and make sure your checks process for the correct amount.

If you think one of your checks has been washed, report it to the police, to the Postal Inspection Service at 1-877-876-2455 and your bank. You can also file an online complaint with the Internet Crime Complaint Center. Vigilance is the word of the day in all aspects of life now.

The Cop Shop

The non-emergency police number is 720-913-2000, option 0. District 3 Police Department is 720-913-1300. Leetsdale Cop Shop is available to you at 303-329-0500 (call or text) or e-mail us at leetsdalecopshop@hotmail.com.

Blooming with Excitement: Discover the Wonders of Four Mile Historic Park in Denver

Councilwoman Amanda Sawyer

Spring is here, and with it comes the promise of warmer days ahead. As we start to spend more time outdoors, consider checking out one of District 5’s most historic locations – Four Mile Historic Park! Four Mile Historic Park offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life, with exciting events and activities for visitors of all ages. If you or your grandkids are animal lovers, this is a great park to visit.

They’ve got horses, pigs, bees, and they even have ghosts!

Four Mile offers so much more than just a great place for a school field trip (although it’s a great place for that too). There are year-round events for all ages and interests. Here are some of the upcoming activities planned for 2023: − Celebrate Mother's Day on May 13 with a Victorian tea, a charming event honoring mothers and the rich history of high tea. − The Shady Grove Concert Series returns to the Four Mile House Museum in June and July, featuring eight captivating shows of live music and local cuisine. − On July 1, join Four Mile's annual Independence Celebration for a day of prairie games, and a performance by the Denver Brass Band. − Another great event is the light spectacular that will illuminate the park in the evenings from July 26 to October 1.

− Experience the joy of autumn at Four Mile's Pumpkin Harvest Festival on October 14 and 15, featuring a pumpkin patch, community stage, art depot, and tractor rides, along with other fun activities for the whole family. − For a spine-tingling adventure, join Spirits and Spirits on October 22 for an unforgettable night of Victorian Spiritualism, tarot readings, and aura photography. − The Halloween Haunt on October 28 offers a family-friendly Halloween experience with creepy crafts, face painting, and shadow movement games. − Close out the year with Brunch with Father Christmas and December Delights in December, a festive celebration of all things winter.

Come explore the breathtaking beauty of Four Mile Historic Park and experience all the wonder and magic it has to offer this spring and beyond. If you want further information on events happening at the park this season, please visit www.fourmilepark.org/events/eventscalendar.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to our office if there’s anything we can do to support you. Find the District Five team at: Email: denvercouncil5@denvergov.org Phone: 720-337-5555 Website: denvergov.org/District5 Social media: instagram.com/denvercouncil5 twitter.com/denvercouncil5 facebook.com/DenverCouncil5

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Upcoming New Resident Orientations The association's administrative office will be holding several new resident orientation meetings this month. One session via Zoom and the others in-person in the administrative office. Please call 303364-7485 or email Karen Arellano at karellano@wgamail.com for availability and to set up an appointment for either an in-person or Zoom orientation.

IN-PERSON ORIENTATIONS Thursday, May 4, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Tuesday, May 9, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Thursday, May 18, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Tuesday, May 23, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Where: Administrative Office, 595 S. Clinton St, Denver, CO 80247

ZOOM ORIENTATION Tuesday, May 2, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Join by computer Go to www.zoom.com. Click “Join a meeting”.Enter the meeting ID: 833 556 5532 and passcode: 015668 Join by phone 1. Call 720-928-9299 2. You will be prompted to enter the meeting ID: 833 556 5532 # 3. You will be prompted to enter a participant ID: Just hit # 4. You will be prompted to enter the meeting password: 015668 # 5. You will be put on hold for the host to allow you to join the meeting.

Welcome to Our New Neighbors Bldg

Name

From

Bldg

Name

From

13

Lena Frasz

Aurora, CO.

40

Raymond Steele

Pinecliff, CO

23

Lynda Larsen

Thornton, CO

49

Hart Brader

Rockland, ME

23

Deborah Fernandez-Mejia

Denver, CO

54

Lois Kropp

Dewey, AZ

28

Mark Eldridge

Westminster, CO

61

Raisa Kambalova

Aurora, CO.

37

Gary Welch

Centennial, CO

62

Candy Ford

Eugene, OR

Proud to Be in WG "I am proud to be in WG with great building neighbors, opportunities to volunteer, varied activities and concerts to attend and great staff at all levels always willing to help." ~ Jeanne Lee

3 Ways to Contribute Your Photos to Windsor Life and the WG Facebook Page Do you have photos from a WG community event, club meeting, or other social gathering with residents? We’d love to see the pictures you capture throughout the community. You have a few options for sending us your photos. Î EMAIL your photos to Lori at windsorlife@wgamail.com. Î UPLOAD your photos online by copying or typing the address bit. ly/3HEbdT7 into your internet browser. Hit enter.

This will take you to the WG Dropbox account. Follow the instructions for attaching your photo files. Please type your name and a brief title in the file name so we can give you credit.

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Î UPLOAD your photos using the WG QR code. To use the QR code: 1. Scan the QR code to the right with your smartphone camera.

2. A “flowcode.com” link will pop up on your phone. Click on the link.

3. Click “Add Files” and choose pictures from your phone’s photo album to share with Windsor Gardens!

4. Please type your name and a brief title in the file name so we can give you credit!

FIND IT on the WG Website Looking for the details on a Windsor Gardens policy that you heard about here in Windsor Life or from a neighbor?

You can find it on the WG website at: www.windsorgardensdenver.org 1. Once you arrive at our website, click on the "Resource Center" tab in the brown header.

2. Scroll down the alphabetized list to "Policies" and click on the "+" symbol to the left. A list of policies will appear.

3. Click on the policy you are interested in and you will see three options: "View Online," "Download" and "Print".

4. All of the policies are in Adobe Acrobat PDF format. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader on your device to view them online. If you don't already have it, click on the link we've provided with the three viewing options to download the reader. It is a safe and free download. You can also print the policy to read the hard copy.

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WG Art Club Artist Profile Becky Stefanski

“I had been told that watercolor is the most difficult painting medium.

When I started living here at WG I decided to take my first art class, and yes, it was watercolor. I loved it. And you can take a brush or two, a small box of paints and a bottle of water and paint anywhere.

“It’s fun learning new techniques in the watercolor class. My “Tropical Falls” painting was a real challenge with painting the rocks and trying to get the mist. That is until we were shown how to create the rocks using plastic wrap. First, you paint an area with your dark color. Then scrunch up a piece of plastic wrap "Tropical Falls" and lay it over the painted area while it is still wet. Don’t let it dry completely – with a few trial runs, you’ll know when to lift off the plastic carefully. Then have fun putting in the dark and light areas. I don’t use white paint, but carefully lift out the paint in the lighter areas.”

The WG Art Club meets on the first Friday of every month at 10 a.m. in the COLORADO ROOM above the auditorium. There is a brief meeting, a demonstration of art techniques and a show and tell of members' artwork. Guests are always welcome.

Pets Corner Final Pets Corner from Mike Lopez, WG board member and companion of George

Moving On George bites. And I bear the marks to prove it.

He will enjoy the first few strokes when I sit him down to pet. His enjoyment rises till he starts to bite. And it may not end till blood is drawn. I took him to the doctor to see what could be done and was told this behavior was to be expected from feral domestic shorthairs. They hunt six to eight hours every day in the wild.

Now for the good news. George caught his first mouse last week. He has been staying at my parent’s home while I heal. They tell me he takes walks in the backyard each morning, staying under the bushes and watching the robins as they work the ground for worms. I know in my heart that George has found his purpose. And I know we will always be companions, George and me, no matter where he lives.

Thank you for this opportunity to share stories in Pets Corner. I will miss the monthly updates. Know that George is happy.

Best wishes always, Mike Lopez.

Assistant Activities Director Renee Jennings Retiring after 14 years at WG You are invited to a

Retirement Reception for Assistant Activities Director Renee Jennings May 31, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., WG Auditorium Please join us on Wednesday, May 31, between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. in the auditorium for a reception to celebrate Assistant Activities Director Renee Jennings on her retirement.

We are grateful for Renee’s 14 years at Windsor Gardens. She has been an asset to the activities department and a joy to work with.

We congratulate her and wish her well! She will be missed within the community.

Cake and refreshments will be served. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.

WG Children's Hospital Volunteers Honored Fourteen members of the Windsor Gardens chapter of the Children's Hospital Colorado Association of Volunteers attended the hospital’s annual volunteer appreciation luncheon on Friday, April 21. Jeanne Lee received her 10-year service pin. The longest serving volunteer award went to a woman who has been a volunteer at the hospital for 40 years!

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Meet Building 23 and Building Rep Charles McDonald Building 23 at 745 South Clinton faces Alton, prompting many to think the address is on Alton Way. Wonderful and kind neighbors occupy this two-story residence surrounded by beautiful trees in the courtyard.

The current building representative, Charles McDonald, is Chef Charles, and he has lived at Windsor Gardens for three years. The alternate building rep, Sandy Sharp, has lived here for two years and works in public service. They are relatively new in these positions and share responsibilities as needed. The other building residents are also eager to help with projects, including decorating the building during the holidays.

Building Rep Charles was born in a small village on the island of Gozo in Malta. He was raised in a Catholic orphanage until he was adopted at age seven by an American family in Pueblo, Colorado. He has always been interested in cooking. When he joined the military, he cooked on a ship for 800 Navy crew members. A year later, he was promoted to cook for the officers aboard a repair ship, where he remained until leaving the service in 1970.

He then moved to Denver to start his career in the restaurant business. He was a waiter at the Brown Palace Hotel, serving many celebrities, including Jimmy Stewart, Henry Fonda and Carol Channing. In 1992 a culinary school came to Denver, and he enrolled in a two-year program, graduating as the top student.

Sharon has lived in the building for six years and is a retired registered nurse. Tim claims his place of fame Charles had numerous positions in the restaurant as a computer geek and has lived here for 12 years. industry, including working at the Broadmoor Hotel and Leona is a retired bailiff and has resided at WG for 14 the Phoenician Resort, serving as executive chef at the years. Sheryl enjoys crafting during her spare time.

Saratoga Inn in Wyoming and 13 years at the University Dan, a chemical engineer, assists many in the building Charles McDonald Club as a garde manger chef, a chef who specializes with various projects. George and his wife, Jane, share "Chef Charles" in the preparation of cold foods. He has many hobbies, their experiences in Russia with their neighbors. Kathy Building Rep for Building 23 but his favorites are caring for his 14-year-old Shih tzu, may be the longest resident in the building with 18 Ming Ling, and cooking. years at WG. She taught in public schools and served as a principal. Another neighbor, Daniel, works with computers and Many of the residents have experienced the culinary creations telemarketing. Mike and his loveable dog, Jasper, are a real delight prepared by Chef Charles. He published his first cookbook recently as neighbors. The building recently welcomed two new neighbors. and will sign copies on May 20 in CenterPoint lobby from 5 p.m. to Lynda moved here from Utah and is retired from federal service.

8 p.m.

Deborah is a cook in area public schools. These are just a few of the many who make up our WG family.

Tell Us About Your Building Rep and Building We'd like to encourage other residents to tell us about your building representative and building community. Please email the following information to bobbie.mays@wgamail.com.

− Brief description of the accomplishments of your building and building rep over the last few years − Name of the person in your building who will write the article

− Building number − Name of your building representative

If you have questions about this column, please contact Bobbie at bobbie.mays@wgamail.com.

Denver Mayoral Forum on May 15 to Focus on Aging in Place for Older Adults The Colorado Gerontological Society's Denver Mayoral Forum is May 15 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Denver Inner City Parish, located at 1212 Mariposa Street. Adam Morgan will moderate.

caregiving, food access, and how they would use the mayor's office to advance the feasibility of programming options as they relate to aging in place successfully.

The panel discussion at the forum will focus on aging in place for older adults in Denver. Candidates will be asked about topics that intersect with affordable housing, home modifications, transportation,

Tickets/registration are not necessary for this event. There will be an opportunity for community engagement after the panel discussion.

Windsor Writer Reading Event Returns The Writers Group will bring back its popular annual public reading event on Friday, May 26, at 2 p.m. in CenterPoint. Now known as Windsor Writers Out Loud, the tradition goes back to 1990 when it started as the Tea Time Readings. Coffee and refreshments will be served following the program when the audience is invited to visit with the authors.

Free Bike Tune-Up Rally at the Hangar Club at Lowry The Lowry Foundation presents this year's Bike Tune-Up Rally at the soon to open Hangar Club. On Saturday, May 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. bring your bike for a free spring tune-up by HopeCycle and prepare for summer riding! The Hangar Club is located at 7600 E. 1st Place.

While you wait, enjoy free ice cream sponsored by the Lowry Master Community Association (LCMA), a food truck, and business vendors sprinkled about. Bring an old bikes to donate and/or check out the used bikes for sale. For more information visit, lowryfoundation.org or call 303-344-0481.

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"Exploring Paradise" from Pat Barton

April Entertainment Luncheon Cliff Spratt and his friends entertained at the April 25, 2023, Entertainment Luncheon.

Art Club Meeting with Demo from Linda Rinelli

At the April 7, 2023, WG Art Club meeting, multimedia artist Joanne Nelson did an acrylic demonstration, and the club had their traditional show ‘n’ tell with club members’ artwork.

First Spring Blossoms from Kathy Young

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ACTIVITIES WG CLASSES WG classes are free of charge and available to WG residents only. No sign up required, and you can drop in anytime.

Please support your favorite classes, as we require a minimum of 10 students to maintain our instructors.

BRIDGE ¡ BRIDGE BASICS: Mondays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the COLORADO ROOM. ¡ DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Wednesdays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. ¡ DUPLICATE/ADVANCED BRIDGE: Mondays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the COLORADO ROOM. DANCE ¡ BALLROOM DANCE (BEGINNERS): Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. ¡ BALLROOM DANCE (INTERMEDIATE): Thursdays from 7:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. ¡ LINE DANCE (BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE): Mondays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM.

FITNESS ¡ AQUA FITNESS: Two classes on Mondays, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Beginners) and 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. (Advanced), and Wednesdays, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. (General). ¡ CHAIR EXERCISE: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the AUDITORIUM. ¡ CHAIR ZUMBA: Saturdays from 10:10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in the AUDITORIUM. ¡ LOW-IMPACT AEROBICS: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. in the AUDITORIUM. ¡ PILATES: Mondays and Wednesdays from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. ¡ STRENGTH & INTERVAL TRAINING: Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:15 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM.

FITNESS continued ¡ TAI CHI: Tuesdays (BASICS) and Thursdays (ADVANCED) from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. ¡ WEIGHT TRAINING: Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. ¡ YOGA: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. in the AUDITORIUM. ¡ ZUMBA: Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. in the AUDITORIUM. INTEREST LIST FOR SEWING AND KNITTING / CROCHET CLASSES If interested, let us know at the Activities Desk or by calling the Activities Department at 303-364-9141.

COMMUNITY CENTER TOURS

FITNESS CENTER INSTRUCTION

Are you a new (or longtime) resident and need help finding the yoga class, the Activities Desk or the WG Library? We want to help you get acquainted with the community center, so you can easily find those groups, classes and events you are interested in! Join us for a one-hour community center tour. The next tour will be on Saturday, May 13, and Saturday, June 10, at 10 a.m. Meet our resident tour guide at the CenterPoint fireplace (inside the entrance of 597 S. Clinton St.). You will also receive a goodie bag and information on the various activities happening at WG!

Drop in and work with instructor Kathy Zimmer in the fitness center on a few dates each month. FREE for residents.

This month's dates and times:Friday, May 5, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Thursday, May 11, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.; and Tuesday, May 23, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

W I N D S O R G A R D E N S L I B R A RY The WG Library is located on CENTERPOINT's second floor and is open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. New books in the glass cases include titles on the bestseller lists and may be checked out with volunteers Monday through Friday, 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., excluding holidays. The open shelves hold an extensive selection of books, which you may borrow anytime during the day.

D P L B O O K M O B I L E AT W G The Denver Public Library bookmobile will be at WG on Friday, May 5, and Friday, May 19, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT.

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ACTIVITIES SWIMMING POOLS

INDOOR POOL Weekly indoor pool schedules are available outside the Activities Office and on the WG website: www.windsorgardensdenver.org.

OUTDOOR POOL OPENS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND The outdoor swimming pool is scheduled to open on Friday, May 26, Memorial Day weekend.

Temporary ID cards may be requested through the administration office for temporary, out-of-town guests, provided they are at least 17 years old and staying with a resident for at least one week. Guests holding temporary cards must be accompanied by a resident.

OUTDOOR POOL OPERATING HOURS The pool is open daily from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.

LIFEGUARDS & CHILDREN'S SWIM The pool area is closed daily from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. for cleaning and Lifeguards at Windsor Gardens are not a necessity in the day-to-day mowing. operations of our pools, and it is a “swim at your own risk” policy for There is no lifeguard on guard duty except from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. residents and their guests 17 years of age or older. on certain days when we offer children's swim.

However, when they are available, lifeguards allow Swim at your own risk during the times without us to offer children's swim hours (usually from 10 a.m. a lifeguard.

WE NEED LIFEGUARDS! to 12 p.m. on certain days) where kiddos under 17

GUEST PRIVILEGES FOR THE OUTDOOR POOL years can come and swim with a Windsor Gardens Do you know a certified lifeguard resident. Unfortunately, if we cannot hire lifeguards, Guests are defined as those not possessing a who would like to work a few we cannot offer children's swim this season.

WG identification card but who are invited and mornings each week? The pay accompanied at all times by a resident.

Each year it has become more and more difficult is the best in Denver! Have them to fill our lifeguard positions. We are in full-force Guests are required to pay a fee of $1 per visit. contact the Activities Office for recruiting mode for lifeguards in hopes of offering Guests must always be accompanied by the more information: 720-862-1533. children's swim this season. If children's swim can sponsoring resident who is responsible for the be scheduled for the season, we will publish updates actions of their guests at all times. in the Windsor Life, on the WG Facebook page (go Guests will be limited to four per resident at one to: www.facebook.com/WindsorGardensAssociation), on the association time. website and on flyers in the community center.

Residents are not to loan their guests the resident’s ID card.

Feel free to contact the Activities Office for any updates! We thank you in Guests under 17 years, accompanied by a resident, may use the pool advance for your understanding. and the surrounding area only when a lifeguard is on duty between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. and only if accompanied in the pool by the resident who is their sponsor.

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ACTIVITIES WINDSOR HAPPENINGS Events are listed in chronological order. ¡ SPRING CONCERT with the WG CHORUS: Saturday, May 6, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 7, at 5 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. The Windsor Gardens Chorus presents a concert of musical theater favorites, spanning the history of the art form, and featuring soloists from the ensemble. Come enjoy our romp through these classics!

COST: Tickets are $5 at the Activities Desk.

Get yours today! ¡ AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS: Monday, May 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. Check with your insurance carrier for details regarding a possible discount of up to 15% on your auto insurance after completing this class.

COST: $20 per person for AARP members or $25 for non-members to be paid at class. Sign up in advance at the Activities Desk. Please note: this class is available to WG residents only. ¡ ASSESSOR APPOINTMENTS with the CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER: Thursday, May 11, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. with an overflow day scheduled for Thursday, May 18, if needed. The City and County of Denver Assessor's Office will be at Windsor Gardens to review property tax valuations with residents.

Sign up for a 15-minute appointment at the Activities Desk. Appointments will be filled consecutively in the order of request and will take place in the CENTERPOINT LOBBY. ¡ SPRING ART SHOW & SALE with the WG ART CLUB: Thursday, May 11, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., reception 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday, May 12, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, May 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Bring your friends and family, meet the artists, and enjoy the art and refreshments. Cash, credit cards and checks with valid ID will be accepted.

Public invited, no admission charge. ¡ COMMUNITY CENTER TOURS FOR RESIDENTS: Saturday, May 13, and Saturday, June 10, at 10 a.m. Meet at the CENTERPOINT FIREPLACE. Are you a new (or longtime) resident and don’t know where to find yoga class, the Activities Desk or the WG Library? We want to help you get acquainted

EVENT TICKET SALES Activities Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

303-364-9141 Need to Buy a Ticket Outside of Business Hours?

If you are interested in purchasing a ticket for an event or desire to sign up for an activity but are unable to come by the Activities Office during business hours, please reach out! We are happy to accommodate your schedule and make arrangements for you to do so! Please contact Susan Hunt at 720-862-1520 or email shunt@wgamail.com.

with the WG community center, so you can easily find those groups, classes, and events you are interested in! Join our resident tour guide for a short community center tour for only one hour. ¡ ”MURDER AT THE BURGER JOINT” – A DINNER THEATRE EXPERIENCE presented by the WG DRAMA CLASS: Sunday, May 14, at 5 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Fifties music, drag racing and cheeseburgers may have come from a simpler time, but nothing is simple about murder. There isn’t one person hanging out in the burger joint that didn’t hate the high school principal enough to kill him. But will the local sheriff be able to figure it out? Join us for a deliciously prepared dinner by El Gran Jardin and an entertaining murder mystery play. It will razz your berries! It has everything you’d hope for: fun characters, a clever plot, and plenty of fifty’s flair. Dinner menu: spaghetti and meatballs, bread, dessert and a soft drink or water.

COST: $20 per person includes the play and dinner. Buy your tickets soon – this is going to be funsville! Purchase your tickets at the Activities Desk. ¡ MEDICARE CHANGES presented by OAK STREET HEALTH: Monday, May 15, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. Join Oak Street Health as they present everything you need to know about the changes currently coming to Medicare. This is a FREE presentation. Please RSVP at the Activities Desk.

¡ BALLY’S CASINO TRIP via PREMIER CHARTERS, NEW CHARTER BUS COMPANY: Tuesday, May 16. Bus departs from the ADMINISTRATIVE PARKING LOT at 9:20 a.m. and will depart the casino to return at 2:30 p.m. Promotions include: $10 of free slot play and a $15 food credit when you earn 50 points while playing. Also, new members to Bally’s Rewards earn an additional $10 of free slot play when they sign up with an email address at the promotional kiosk.

COST: $15 per person; sign up in advance at the Activities Desk. All bus riders must sign a bus waiver upon purchase of tickets or update an existing waiver, and tickets must be purchased prior to the day of departure. No refunds will be offered after Friday, May 12. ¡ YOUR LEGACY LETTER – ETHICAL WILL WORKSHOP: Eight-week workshop beginning Wednesday, May 17, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. You are invited to join guest instructor Marily Charles to peel back the layers of your life and discover the impulses and insights that have made us who we are today. We’ll use mind mapping, drawings, collages and writings. After eight weeks, we will take home letters that summarize who we are and what we stand for, which will live on throughout the generations to come. Marily Charles sees herself as an artist of life and has facilitated many workshops and gatherings in the USA and other countries.

FREE. Limited seating. Please sign up at the Activities Desk. ¡ MEMORABLE MOTHERS presented

by KATHLEEN ARNOLD: Wednesday, May 17, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. With their words, actions and unconditional love, mothers have a profound influence not only on their children, but on people all over the world. Let’s look at some of history’s most memorable mothers to celebrate Mother’s Day. FREE. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.

This presentation is sponsored by Cherry Creek Retirement Village. ¡ ACTIVE MINDS – THE STORY OF SALT: Thursday, May 18, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. The word “salary” comes from continued on page 26

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ACTIVITIES W I N D S O R H A P P E N I N G S continued continued from page 25

“salt” and indicates the historic value placed on this important commodity. Used as a method of trade and currency, salt's role in the history of civilization cannot be overstated. Join Active Minds as we tell the story of salt, from its key role in preserving food to its influence in political conflict, to modern angles, including gourmet salt and health concerns surrounding high blood pressure. It’s a salty tale, indeed!

FREE. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.

This program is brought to you by Windsor Gardens, Five Star Residences, Garden Plaza, Kaiser Permanente, Bright Healthcare and Active Minds. ¡ TECH HELP & CLASS presented by OAK STREET HEALTH: Thursday, May 18, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. Join Oak Street Health as they bring in a tech teacher for smartphones, laptops, tablets and more. Get help with the tech problems you

may have and learn new things about all your electronic devices.

FREE: Please sign up at the Activities Desk. ¡ BINGO with the BOOKMOBILE: Friday, May 19, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Come join the friendly bookmobile team from the Denver Public Library as they host a rousing bingo session with some fabulous prizes!

FREE. Please sign up at the Activities Desk. ¡ TRIVIA FUN DAY: Friday, May 19, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Always the third Friday of the month. You can be part of a team and compete to win bragging rights. You don’t have to know it all. Come to have fun and possibly learn a thing or two. Form a team or join a team. Everyone is welcome.  SENIOR CONNECTION: Tuesday, May 23, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. We have a full slate of business information for seniors, plus door prizes, entertainment and a free dessert bar.

Seniors on Stage will feature short entertainment sets by senior citizens with all types of talents. At 10 a.m., CATO Fashion will present their spring fashion show with all senior-age models. The current queen and contestants for the Senior Colorado pageant will show off their talents at 11 a.m. The final act is Time4Tap, headed

by Julie Whalen’s dance team from WG. End the day with a complimentary dessert table at 12:45 p.m. called Sweets for Seniors.

Participating vendors will offer financial planning, health and fitness options, legal services, insurance, golf carts, cruises, massage, assisted living, retirement communities, home health, handyperson services, medical equipment and supplies, senior travel packages, and jewelry.

No admission, all are welcome! ¡ NATURAL GROCERS WELLNESS – TWO QUICK CLASSES: “TASTY TURMERIC” & “BON APPETIT, LET’S EAT BEETS!” Thursday, May 25, at 10 a.m. in continued on page 27

Windsor Writers Out Loud Annual Public Reading Event Authors will read short, original pieces, serious or witty, prose or poetry.

Friday, May 26  2 p.m.  CenterPoint Free Admission  No Need to RSVP Chat with the authors and enjoy refreshments following the readings.

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Reception, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Friday, May 12, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 13, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Come to our 2023 spring show, meet the artists and enjoy their fabulous artwork. Cash, credit cards and checks with proper id are accepted.

Open to the public. Admission is free.

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CENTERPOINT WEST. Tasty turmeric: What’s so nutritious about turmeric, anyway? And why is it called “the spice of life”? Next, we’ll learn about the importance of beets. Do you love beets as much as we do? Ready to learn about this infamously staining superfood? Join Juli Baumblatt, nutritional health coach, for these classes.

FREE. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.  WINDSOR WRITERS OUT LOUD: Friday, May 26, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. The WG Writers Group is bringing back their popular annual public readings event, Windsor Writers Out Loud. The authors will orally present some of their favorite writings for the community’s entertainment. After the program, coffee and refreshments will be served when the audience is invited to visit with the authors. ¡ FRAUD PREVENTION presented

by OAK STREET HEALTH: Monday, May 29, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. Join Oak Street Health as they cover all the latest scams and give tips on how you can protect yourself and your loved ones.

FREE. Please RSVP at the Activities Desk. ¡ RETIREMENT RECEPTION for ASSISTANT ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR RENEE JENNINGS: Please Join us on Wednesday, May 31, between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM for a reception to celebrate Renee Jennings, our Assistant Activities Director, on her retirement. We are grateful for Renee’s 14 years at Windsor Gardens. She has been an asset to the Activities Department

and a joy to work with. We congratulate her and wish her well! She will be missed within the community. Cake and refreshments will be served. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.  WG COMMUNITY ‘GARAGE’ SALE: Friday, June 2, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, June 3, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the AUDITORIUM. This is a FREE event to shop and is open to the public. If you are interested in selling items at the ‘garage’ sale, please contact the Activities Office about space availability or to pick up an application. ¡ SHRED-IT sponsored by AARP ELDERWATCH: Wednesday, June 14, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the ADMINISTRATION PARKING LOT. Bring your unneeded personal and financial paperwork for shredding! Follow the one-way drive through line to participate.

To serve as many people as possible, you may bring up to three copy paper file boxes or one large trash bag.  HAZEL MILLER & THE COLLECTIVE – PREMIER OUTDOOR CONCERT: Thursday, June 15, at 7 p.m. (seating on the lawn begins at 6:30 p.m.) on the GOLF COURSE. Colorado-based music icon Hazel Miller has a reputation for “bringing it”.

Her powerful voice stands out and her beautiful spirit shines through to the delight of her loyal fans. With Hazel Miller and the Collective, you get original jazz, blues, R&B, and popular music, each song with the band’s own flavor!

Guaranteed to rock the house! Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on the golf course at Tee #1 (closest to the golf shop entrance). Nonalcoholic beverages and snacks are ok to bring outside. Bar service by El Gran Jardin will

be available during the concert, but outside alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited.

FREE for WG residents and their families and friends. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.  ELECTRONICS RECYCLING: Thursday, June 22, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Blue Star Recyclers will be collecting electronics for recycling. in the ADMINISTRATION PARKING LOT. Blue Star Recyclers protect your personal information by completely shredding or wiping hard drives and other data devices.

Accepted Materials: Computers, laptops/ desktops, TVs and monitors, household electronics, printers, keyboards, video game consoles, A/V equipment, VCR/DVD players, VHS/CDs/DVDs, fax machines, cellphones, microwaves, hair dryers, vacuum cleaners and fans.

Materials NOT Accepted: Air conditioners, refrigerators/freezers, large appliances/ furniture, smoke detectors, bio-hazard materials, ballasts, transformers, hospital equipment and items with compressed gas.  CASTLE ROCK OUTLET MALL BUS TRIP: Tuesday, June 27, at 10 a.m. (when the bus departs) in the ADMINISTRATION PARKING LOT. Join us for a fun afternoon out as we take a day trip to the Castle Rock Outlet mall. Shopping and dining await on this fun trip to one of Colorado’s premier shopping destinations.

COST: Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased at the Activities Desk. Lunch on your own at the destination. Bus will return to WG at 3 p.m. No refunds after Friday, June 23.

RTD TRAVEL TRAINING TRIPS Learn how to ride the RTD bus and light rail to get around town. RTD Travel Trainers will guide residents through trip planning, boarding, rates and more by accompanying residents on outings. Each trip group will meet at the CENTERPOINT LOBBY to depart together. Each rider is responsible for their roundtrip fare.

COST: Bus fare is $3 for a 3-hour pass for those 64 and younger, those 65 or older pay $1.50 for a 3-hour pass. Please bring exact change for cash fares or download the MyRide App to pay with a credit/debit card. If you need assistance with a smartphone app, the travel trainers can help, but please plan to arrive early. RSVP at the Activities Desk for the following excursions. ¡ AURORA TOWN CENTER BUS TRIP: Wednesday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Learn how to take the bus to the mall and enjoy about 45 minutes to eat/shop before we return home. ¡ DOWNTOWN DENVER BUS & LIGHT RAIL TRIP: Monday, May 15, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Learn how to ride the bus and

light rail to visit the Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA). We will spend approximately 45 minutes in the DCPA area to eat and explore before returning to Windsor Gardens.

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 HAZEL MILLER & THE COLLECTIVE – PREMIER OUTDOOR CONCERT: Thursday, June 15, at 7 p.m. (seating on the lawn begins at 6:30 p.m.) on the GOLF COURSE. Colorado-based music icon Hazel Miller has a reputation for “bringing it”. Her powerful voice stands out and her beautiful spirit shines through to the delight of her loyal fans.

With Hazel Miller and the Collective, you get original jazz, blues, R&B, and popular music, each song with the band’s own flavor! Guaranteed to rock

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the house! Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on the golf course at Tee #1 (closest to the golf shop entrance). Non-alcoholic beverages and snacks are ok to bring outside. Bar service by El Gran Jardin will be available during the concert, but outside alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited.

FREE for WG residents and their families and friends. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.

WG DANCES ¡ SATURDAY NIGHT MONTHLY DANCE: Saturday, May 20, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Please note the change in time. Join us and dance the night away with this month’s live entertainment: DJ Cat in a Hat Jim Milavec. A line dance will be taught at 6 p.m. at no extra charge. Treats and punch will be served, as well as a good time! Come on out and hit the dance floor at this monthly social event.

COST: $5 for WG residents and $8 for nonresidents at the door.

MOVIES Two different movies every month! Bring your friends and family!

WG AUDITORIUM Cost: $5 per person includes a great movie, a small bag of popcorn, soda or water and candy. Purchase tickets at the door. Please, no bills larger than $20.

Whenever possible, closed captioning is utilized.

WOMEN TALKING Saturday, May 6, 2 p.m.

Do nothing. Stay and fight. Or leave. In 2010, the women of an isolated religious community grappled with reconciling a brutal reality with their faith. PG-13. Runtime: 1 hr 44 min.

80 FOR BRADY Saturday, May 27, 2 p.m.

“80 for Brady” is inspired by the true story of four best friends living life to the fullest when they take a wild trip to the 2017 Super Bowl to see their hero Tom Brady play. Rating: PG-13.

Runtime: 1 hr 38 m.

CASINO TRIPS  BALLY’S CASINO VIA PREMIER CHARTERS: Our next trip is Tuesday, May 16. The bus departs from the ADMINISTRATIVE PARKING LOT at 9:20 a.m. and will depart the casino to return at 2:30 p.m. Promotions include $10 of free slot play and a $15 food credit when you earn 50 points while playing. Also, new members to Bally’s Rewards

earn an additional $10 of Free Slot Play when they sign up with an email address at the promotional kiosk.

COST: $15 per person at the Activities Desk. Tickets must be purchased prior to the day of departure. All bus riders must sign a bus waiver or update an existing waiver. No refunds will be offered after Friday, May 12.

LOCAL COMMUNITY EVENTS ¡ INTRODUCTION TO TRANSLATION TOOLS with SENIOR PLANET: Tuesday, May 2, from 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. at Senior Planet Center (7585 E. Academy Boulevard. Denver, CO 80230).

With the internet, the whole world is at your fingertips, but what do you do when you need to access sites or information in an unfamiliar language? There are apps for that! This lecture will introduce digital translation tools and apps, such as Google Translate and others that autotranslate websites, live conversations, and more.

This is a free event.

¡ INTERGENERATIONAL SINGALONG: Thursday, May 4, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Jewish Community Center Social Hall. Enjoy the benefits of music and dancing in the company of some of our cutest community members, babies, and tots! In this 45-minute session, seniors from Hilltop Reserve will be joining the students in the Music with Altitunes classes for a sing-along to some of your favorite tunes. Registration is required to attend this free program. For more information, contact Blair Becker at bbecker@jccdenver.org.

¡ FIRST FRIDAY FOR OLDER ADULTS at the DPL HAMPDEN BRANCH: Join us for the 2023 First Friday program series encouraging adult and senior creative time while exploring tools within our ideaLab space. On Friday, May 5, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., we’ll be doing a jewelry-making craft. This event is ideal for adults age 50+ seeking to rejuvenate creativity. There is no registration for this program, but space is limited. ¡ STREAMING & SMART TVS with SENIOR PLANET: Monday, May 8, 11:15 a.m. continued on page 29

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to 12:15 a.m. at Senior Planet Center (7585 E. Academy Boulevard. Denver, CO 80230). More and more people are “cutting the cord” and canceling their cable subscriptions. Instead, they use free or low-cost streaming services like YouTube, Netflix, and Hulu to watch their favorite shows and movies online. Streaming: what is it, how to use it, and what’s available? This is a free event. ¡ MEMORY CAFÉ is a fun place to socialize, relax and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/ caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate social connection for individuals with shared experiences. To register, email Amy DelPo at ADelpo@denverlibrary.org.

Upcoming schedule: − May 9, 1:30 p.m., in-person: Swallow Hill Ukelele Workshop with Music Therapist Kristen McSorely. Introductory lesson to the ukelele. Learn a song or two, sing and strum along at the Virginia Village Branch. − May 16, 1:30 p.m., in-person: “Memories in the Making” watercolor class. − May 23, 1:30 p.m., in-person: “Never Too Late” trivia and bingo highlighting trivia facts about people who accomplished great things later in life.

¡ SENIOR PROM: Thursday, May 11, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center Denver. Do you like to dance? Ready to party like it’s 1959? Welcome to the inaugural Senior Prom at the JCC Denver, in partnership with One Medical Seniors and Kavod Senior Life.

The theme is “Under the Sea.” Come dressed to impress in your formal attire. Expect a DJ, nosh, a bar, a photo station, and lots of dancing.

Singles, couples, and plus ones are all welcome.

This event is free to attend. Registration required 24 hours prior to the event’s start. For more information, contact Blair Becker at bbecker@ jccdenver.org. ¡ 2023 KAVOD ON THE ROAD CONFERENCE & RESOURCE FAIR: Wednesday, June 14, from 9 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. at Temple Emanuel (51 Grape Street, Denver).

Join us to learn, connect and have fun at the Kavod on the Road Annual Conference about aging well. The keynote and workshops will offer ideas, concepts and skills to remain resilient throughout your life. The resource fair will give you the opportunity to meet organizations and businesses that provide health and wellness support services. Cost is $18 per person, which includes conference workshops, continental breakfast and lunch. To learn more and to register, go online to: www.kavodseniorlife.org/ conference/

¡ TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT at the JCC: Thursdays, 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Perlmutter Room. This is a free service. Want to learn how to Facetime or use Zoom with your children and grandchildren? How about texting? Need help using your iPhone, iPad or PC laptop? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, please join us to work through the challenges and learn new skills! Drop-ins welcome. ¡ SENIOR LUNCHES at the JCC: Tuesdays through Fridays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This is an opportunity to eat a nutritious kosher meal, socialize with friends, and meet new people. Masks are required in all common areas when not eating or drinking.

Grab and go meal option is available. This is a donation-based event, $2.50 suggested.

For more information, contact Blair Becker at bbecker@jccdenver.org. ¡ CURRENT EVENTS DISCUSSION at the JCC: Fridays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Mizel Reception Room. This is a weekly program that offers relevant, timely discussions on books, politics, climate change, music and more. Coffee included! Do you have a fun topic or passionate project you’d like to present to the group? Contact Blair Becker at bbecker@ jccdenver.org.

CARDS & GAME GROUPS  BID WHIST: 1st and 3rd Saturdays of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the CARD ROOM. Call Ron for information at 720-3631076.  BRIDGE: THURSDAY AFTERNOON PARTY BRIDGE every Thursday afternoon from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. Bring five nickels. Contact Pat Stein with any questions: 303-720-0504.  COMMUNITY GAME NIGHT: Join us the 2nd Friday of every month in the COLORADO ROOM from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Bring

your favorite game or try a new one!  MAHJONG: Interested in playing a friendly game? If you don’t know how, we can teach you. Call Catherine Elliott at 720-949-0917 or Caroline Walsh at 520-604-7504.  PINOCHLE: FRIDAY NIGHT PINOCHLE in the ASPEN ROOM. New starting time at 6 p.m. For more information, call 303-366-1367.  POKER: Wednesdays, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the CARD ROOM. Dealer’s choice.  RUMMIKUB is played on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the

ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. It is a tile-based game for three or four players, combining elements of rummy and dominoes. Get a foursome together or join other single players. For more information, call Jeanne at 303-885-3216.  SCRABBLE GROUP meets every Monday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. Join us for this popular crossword board game! Please wear a mask. Contact Beth Vaden at 303-875-3422 or par4beth@msn.com with any questions.

CLUBS & GROUPS  ART CLUB meets on the first Friday of every month at 10 a.m. in the COLORADO ROOM above the auditorium. There is a brief meeting, a demonstration of art techniques, and a show and tell of members' artwork. Guests are always welcome. For more information, contact Stuart Emery, emery1625@gmail.com, or Pat

Newell, newlpat@hotmail.com. Original artworks and photography by members are available for viewing and purchase in the display case in CenterPoint.  BRITS GROUP: Are you British, Welsh, Scottish, Irish, Australian, or an anglophile?

Come join us! Please contact Val Cristy at 303-

856-7742 or Kathy Young at 303-945-8631 for more information.  CERAMICS CLUB: Every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the CERAMICS ROOM. Come explore the world of ceramics with a fun group of WG residents. We take field trips to continued on page 30

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C L U B S & G R O U P S continued youth programs, scholarships, and a variety of Marine and veteran-related programs and purchase bisque, paints and glazes. Come on in activities. We are sure there are many eligible and see what we are up to! Make something new ladies (any Marine relation) in Windsor Gardens for your condo! and would like to welcome you to join us as  CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL members of the extended Marine family. We COLORADO ASSOCIATION OF meet on the second Tuesday of each month at VOLUNTEERS, WG CHAPTER, will 7 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Our next meeting will meet on Monday, May 15, at 9:30 a.m. in be held on Tuesday, May 9, at 7 p.m. Semper CENTERPOINT WEST. Everyone is welcome Fidelis. to join us and hear from Children’s Hospital  OPTIMIST CLUB Tuesday, May 16, at Colorado speakers about the many areas we 11:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. You are invited to can support. attend the WG OPTIMIST CLUB. Lunch begins If you would like to donate new boxes of crayons, at 11:30 a.m. and the meeting begins at 12 p.m. markers, coloring, activity, and puzzle books for Our guest speaker is Lieutenant Betty Vesikula the hospital patients, or if you’d like to purchase from the Salvation Army Centennial Corps one of our $5 cookbooks, contact group president Community Center. Lt Vesikula will tell us about Linda Kumar at 303-253-4201. the many programs for children that come to the  DEMOCRATIC CLUB will next community center. Come join us to find out how meet on Wednesday, May 10, at 6:30 p.m. in the Optimists serve and support children CENTERPOINT. This month’s meeting in our local community. If you'd like to join will feature Denver mayoral candidates us for lunch, please contact Carol at 303NEW CLUBS Kelly Brough (confirmed) and Mike 363-4113 or simply come for the meeting.

SUMMER DANCE CLUB: Tuesdays from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Johnson (invited).  PAPER CRAFTING CLUB in the COLORADO ROOM beginning June 6. Join us for fun party Invitations have also been extended to meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every dances and dance routines played to a variety of music from today newly elected council at-large members month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the ART and yesterday. Questions? Call Rebecca Ryberg 703-307-3462 or Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez and Sarah ROOM. This group strives to give people email wgsdc@yahoo.com.

Parady. a social outlet and a pleasant atmosphere SMOKE FREE WG CLUB: Monday, May 8 at 2pm in We have also invited Representative as they work on scrapbooking, greeting CENTERPOINT and every Monday after that at 1 p.m. in the ART Elisabeth Epps and Senator Robert cards, origami, and other paper crafts.

ROOM. Interested in living in a smoke-free community?

Join a Rodriguez to update us on the legislative For more information, email Carolyn at new club forming to unite neighbors and professionals educating session. motalcarolyn@gmail.com. neighbors and friends about the impact of smoke on people, pets, All are welcome to join us for dinner  PING PONG is available in structures and wallets. before the meeting at El Gran Jardin the COLORADO ROOM on Mondays, Restaurant at 5 p.m.

Wednesdays and Fridays from 5 p.m.  KNITTING & CROCHET: The knitting to 7 p.m. All levels are welcome: beginners to New members are welcome to contact Sallyanne and crochet class will meet as a club while a advanced. Keep an eye out for future workshops!

Ofner at 720-472-4632 or wgdemclub@gmail. replacement instructor is found.

Feel free to join Bring your own paddle if you have one, or some com to begin participating with our highly active us on Mondays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the are available. group.

SEWING ROOM.  PRIDE WINDSOR GARDENS:  DRUM CIRCLE meets every Sunday ¡ LAPIDARY CLUB meets Friday We are a LGBTQ+ group and our allies. If you from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. mornings from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Rocks, would like to be added to our email list or more Come check us out. Bring your own drum and gems, jewelry, bookends, cut/polish, and tumble. information, contact Dawn at Drsvamp2@aol. join the fun! Visitors are always welcome. For The lapidary shop is located south of the outdoor com or call/text 720-937-1007. more information, contact Diane at 720-653pool, near the horseshoe pit. Drop by and meet 9354.  QUILTS OF VALOR: Our WG chapter others.

Questions?

Call Larry at 720-256-3359. of Quilts of Valor meets on the first Saturday of ¡ ENCORE DANCE is a Windsor Gardens  MARINE CORPS LEAGUE each month in the SEWING ROOM from 10 a.m. dance group. We have great fun dancing to show – WINDSOR MARINES AND LADIES to 2 p.m. We work on sewing quilts that will be tunes, jazz, western, rock 'n roll, and big band AUXILIARY will hold their next meeting on given to veterans. All sewers are welcome. sounds. We meet on Tuesdays from 4 p.m. to 6 Tuesday, May 9, at 19:00 in CENTERPOINT. p.m. in the COLORADO ROOM. Exercise your If you would like to get more information about Please join this brotherhood of fellow Marines. body and brain and make new friends! Final the organization or nominate a veteran to receive Call Commandant Don Howell at 720-216-0993 meeting before summer break will be Tuesday, a quilt, go to the website QOVF.org. or Barry Georgopulos at 303-360-6302 for more May 30. Encore will return in the fall. For more  REPUBLICAN CLUB: Meets the information. Once a Marine – Always a Marine. information, contact Hillary Hutson at spicy47@ 3rd Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. in comcast.net or 303-919-4512.

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 FLAG CORPS AT WG: Are you passionate about our nation’s flag? Do you post the flag for your building? This group is an opportunity for those with a common interest to meet and share their knowledge of the flags of the United States and Colorado and promote their proper respect, handling and display. Join us every other month on the first Monday at 11 a.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. Next meeting: Monday, June 5.  FUNTASTIC FRIDAYS GOLF GROUP: We are a group of ladies (and a few men), generally beginners and intermediates (though all skill levels are welcome), who want to play just for fun. Getting in a day of practice is a plus. More information is available in the golf shop and registration forms are on the bulletin board. Questions or comments? Call Anita Matthews at 303-340-4051.

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CENTERPOINT. All are welcome to attend. For more information, please contact Paul Vaeth at paulvaeth@icloud.com.  SIGN LANGUAGE FOR BEGINNERS GROUP meets on Tuesdays from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Join instructor Bruce as he teaches and explores sign language vocabulary and conversational sign language.  SPANISH LANGUAGE EXPLORERS meets Mondays from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the EL GRAN JARDIN BANQUET ROOM. Have you always wanted to learn Spanish? Or do you know a little bit and want to learn more? If so, then this group is for you!  TIME4TAP: If you’ve ever wanted to tap dance or want to renew your tap dance skills, Time4Tap is for you. We meet on Tuesdays in the AUDITORIUM. Intermediate/advanced tap meets from 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and beginners tap meets from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. If you have questions, call or email Julie Whalen at 303-550-5985 or jwhalen97@ comcast.net or just drop in on a Tuesday and make Time4Tap!  TORAH DISCUSSION CLUB meets every Thursday from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. We are accepting new members to read and discuss the ancient Jewish Bible to better understand what it means in today's society. Jewish and non-Jewish residents are invited. To join, please contact Nate Khodadad at 720-989-5479.  TRAVEL GROUP meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month from 2:30 p.m. to

3:30 p.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. This club was created with the idea that everyone has traveled, somewhere, and we treasure those memories in albums, phones, boxes, or just in our thoughts with memories of traveling for the holidays with family or flying around the world to exotic locales. We invite everyone to join us in sharing their travel experiences. If you have pictures or postcards, your adventures can be turned into a visual presentation. Whether you’ve traveled extensively or never left Colorado, we promise this hour will hold fun, laughter, and learning.  WARM HEARTS WARM BABIES: Would you like to help make blankets and clothing for premature and newborn infants in crisis? All material and yarn will be furnished, or you can use your own stash. We meet the second Thursday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the SEWING ROOM. Limited seating.

Contact Barbara at Ilove2sewbarb@gmail.com to get more information.  WG CHRONICLES GROUP: Interested in Windsor Gardens history? A project that began with planning for last year’s 60th anniversary events has moved to a club to further organize and digitize the archives. Through their work, the club will have opportunities to discover, preserve and tell more of the story of WG. Join us on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month in the ASPEN ROOM. Contact Dennis at dennis. knight@wgamail.com with any questions.  WINDSOR COMMUNITY GARDEN CLUB: Do you have a passion for produce? A hankering for herbs? An affinity to flowers? Check out the Windsor Community

Gardens Club (WCGC)! We are a volunteer-led organic community garden club. The community gardens are popular and even with 79 individual garden plots in two locations, you will most likely be placed on a waitlist to gain a four-year plot assignment. More information is located on the WG website in the Resource Center, in the “Clubs and Groups Information” folder, or under the “Welcome” tab on the “Community Gardens” page. Email us at WCGCboard@gmail.com.  WINDSOR WALKERS: Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:15 a.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Walk to music at your own pace.  WINDSOR WRITERS: Mondays at 9 a.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. Join us for the joy of writing and sharing short pieces weekly on a variety of topics that members take turns choosing. No qualifications are needed, just creative folks who enjoy writing and sharing observations, ideas, and stories.  WINDSORETTES GOLF LEAGUE: If you would like to obtain more information regarding the Windsorettes, please contact Charlotte Engelbrecht (President) at 303-3414628 or Kristin Brotherton (Vice President) at 303-819-0130.  WOOD CARVERS & CRAFTERS meet every Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the ART ROOM. If you enjoy wood carving, wood burning, intarsia, scroll saw art, origami, leather crafting, leather carving, found art sculpting, steampunk art, crafting fishing flies and lures, or any other hands-on crafting, then this group is for you! If you have any questions or want more info, call Howard at 303-667-6000.

SUPPORT GROUPS  AL-ANON meets every Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the DENVER ROOM.  ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Zoom and in-person meetings are held in the ASPEN ROOM every Wednesday evening from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, please call Pat at 303-667-7997.

 LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP in person on Monday, April 17, at 10:30 a.m. in the ALL PURPOSE ROOM. in person on Monday, May 15, at 10:30 a.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. For the May meeting, the low vision topic will be "What Low Vision Device Helps You Day to Day.” Please join Alexia Diaz from

Beyond Vision for this interactive, educational peer group. The Beyond Vision team is highly skilled, trained and knowledgeable in a variety of alternative techniques, adaptive devices and assistive technologies for individuals who are blind or visually impaired.

F A I T H G R O U P S @ WG  CATHOLIC MASS, FIRST FRIDAY: Mass is held on the first Friday at 9:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT EAST. All are welcome.  CATHOLIC MASS, SUNDAY: Mass is held on Sundays in CENTERPOINT at 1 p.m.

Catholic Scripture Study on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM.

 WINDSOR GARDENS CHURCH meets Sunday in-person in CENTERPOINT and on Zoom at 10:30 a.m. Sunday School at 9 a.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Services also posted on the WG Church Facebook page.

LEGACY CONCERT: The only 2023 Legacy Concert, sponsored by WG Church, will be held May 21 at 10 a.m. in the AUDITORIUM. No admission charge. A free-will offering will be taken.

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Please Note: Some paid listings in the below sections are for upcoming informational meetings, workshops, or seminars related to commercial products or services conducted by outside individuals or groups not affiliated with Windsor Gardens. Please be aware that the products or services discussed or offered during such meetings are not endorsed, sponsored, or approved by the Windsor Gardens Board of Directors or management of Windsor Gardens Association, nor is your attendance necessarily encouraged. Residents who attend such meetings are urged to carefully research the product or services that may be offered through these meetings before entering into any agreement or contract to purchase. The Windsor Gardens Association assumes no responsibility other than for the rental of meeting facilities.

ANNOUNCEMENTS  RTD GROCERY TRIPS: Two Thursday trips to King Soopers and Safeway. − Pickups at WG at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The bus stops at the main entrance on Clinton St., continues around to E. Center Ave., S. Alton Way, S. Clinton St., and then exits on E. Center Ave. − Bus returns for pickups at King Soopers at 11:15 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. − Bus returns for pickups at Safeway at 11:20 a.m. and 12:20 p.m. − Bus fare is $1.50. Cash, RTD bus passes, tokens and free ride coupons accepted.  HAIRCUTS FOR MEN, FREE: First Sunday every month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the DENVER ROOM. Join barber Justin as he brings this free service to WG. Whether you need a touch-up or a full-on haircut, Justin is here to make it happen. Appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis. This is a FREE service, but tips are welcome!  JEWELRY SALES & REPAIR in CENTERPOINT LOBBY on the second Thursday of the month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 RTD SHOPPING TRIPS: Weekly Friday trips to Target and Walmart at the Town Center at Aurora. − Pickups at WG at 9:40 a.m. The bus stops at the main entrance on Clinton St., continues around to E. Center Ave., S. Alton Way, and S. Clinton St., and then exits on E. Center Ave. − Bus returns for pickups at Target at 11:30 a.m. and Walmart at 11:45 a.m. − Bus fare is $1.50. Cash, RTD bus passes, tokens and free ride coupons accepted.

Vendor also places magnets on necklaces to make them easier to hook. Cash, check, and credit cards are accepted.  MASSAGE: Therapeutic, Swedish and deep tissue massage every Thursday by appointment only in the DENVER ROOM. $60 per hour. Call Zhanna at 720-338-3821 to schedule. ¡ MOUNTAIN MAN FRUITS AND NUTS: NEW DISTRIBUTOR & NEW DAY! Monday, May 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come

and check out the assortment of nuts, dried fruits, snacks, chocolates and much more!  WATCH REPAIR SERVICE: Battery replacement and minor repairs on the first Friday of each month from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in CENTERPOINT LOBBY.  XFINITY: Join Xfinity at their educational table on Wednesday, May 3, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. A sales specialist will be here to help with questions about your account or services. Sign up for a 15-minute slot at the Activities Desk.

HEALTH SCREENINGS & SERVICES  FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC presented by OAK STREET HEALTH: Monday, June 5, 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT LOBBY. Join Oak Street Health as they do free blood pressure checkups. Sign up at the Activities Desk.  EAR CLINIC: Bayer's Mobile Ear Clinic is at WG on Mondays, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM on the 2nd floor in CenterPoint. The clinic provides hearing

tests, hearing aid repairs, batteries and wax management. Reservations are required.

Please call 720-937-9919.  WELLNESS CLINIC WITH VISITING NURSES on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the ASPEN ROOM. Reservations required at 303-698-6496. Please check-in no more than 5 minutes prior to your appointment. Whether you are a new or returning patient, the cost for

foot care is $45. It includes a foot assessment, sensation screening, toenails trimming, calluses/corns filing, medications review and blood pressure check. Fingernail cuts are also available for $15, and a blood pressure check is $5.

Kaiser patients can call 303-698-6496 to see if their plan qualifies them for free foot care before their first visit.

SERVICES & PRODUCTS PRESENTATIONS ¡ COFFEE AND DOUGHNUTS WITH KELLY BROUGH, DENVER MAYORAL CANDIDATE: Ballots are arriving in the mail, so join us on Wednesday, May 17, between 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. in CENTERPOINT EAST to meet with Kelly and talk about issues that matter most to you.

For more info, go to kellybrough.com, email info@kellybrough.com or call 303-952-3445. See you there. Please remember to vote by June 6.

DIGITAL TABLET RENTAL Rent a digital tablet for just $1 per day. Your first rental (up to 7 days) will be FREE. The tablets are equipped with unlimited data for internet access, video calls, virtual classes, social media, and much more. To request a rental, call Liz Nickel at 303-364-7485, ext. 1531.

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Windsor Writers Theme: Howl Howl – What a Silly Topic by Steve Clark Howl? Are you kidding me? What an absurdly silly topic. What nut-brain would come up with such a topic? Oh, wait. That nutbrain is yours truly. I guess I had better lay in this silly bed of a topic I’ve made and get started writing about it.

So, do I howl? Yes, I do. Get a few beers in me up in Black Hawk and I will howl if I hit a big jackpot, especially if I am playing a Buffalo or Wolf Run machine.

So, do I howl? Yes, I do. Two of my buddies and I were at the Candlelight Tavern near Alameda and South Pearl. We were talking about something stupid and all of a sudden, we started

howling with laughter. I don’t know what was said to prompt the howling, but there we were howling with laughter for a full hour until our sides hurt.

So, do I howl? Yes, I do, but not this time. In Arizona while staying with my cousin, we could hear the coyotes howling in the desert night. It is easy to understand why people have developed something of a romance over howling wolves and coyotes. For us city slickers, that sound is a symbolic connection to the Great Outdoors and The American West.

So, do I howl? Yes, I do, and I am done howling over this silly topic.

Something Wild by Marilynn Reeves The moon above offers a bleak, wan light

Yellow eyes look all around.

as it looks down on this bitter white night.

Something wild is coming round.

Nearby, a plaintive howl,

Hush. Be silent. Don’t breathe or sigh.

Answered by only the hoot of an owl.

A wolfish hunger draws him nigh.

Hush. Be silent. Don’t make a sound.

Something stirs the brush nearby.

Something wild is coming round.

A rush. A scream! A mournful cry.

Passing through shadows,

Hush. Be silent. Don’t breathe or sigh.

Hunkered down,

Something wild is passing by.

My Little Howlin’ Wolf by Dennis Payton Knight Sometimes there is a need for satisfying, fulfilling howling. It can be in misery, it can be for joy, it can be to romance, or it can be as simple as a primitive means to communicate. I’m not very good at it, frankly, because my vocal range approximates that of an oompah tuba, not a jazzman’s clarinet. The best alternative, then, when I sense a need of my own to howl, is good, stiff whiskey.

I don’t mind when others howl, however, if they can have a good time at it. Usually, the actual task is relegated to dogs. Dogs like to howl as a connection to their ancestor, the wolf. They use it to let their pack, or a prospective mate, know where they are, and to warn encroaching wolves not to get frisky with the harem. Often, they don’t even know why they’re howling, it’s just in their genes.

To get in a mood for gathering this essay, I directed Alexa to play the 1971 London Howlin’ Wolf Sessions. I would note that my first impression is that Mr. Howlin’ Wolf seems to let his electric guitar do most of the howling. His vocal radius is about the same as mine.

He gets good effect, however, by growling at his audience. After all, any self-respecting howling wolf needs a bass line, too.

yap frequently, as do I. But never had I heard Meeka howl, until she met up with a nephew of mine. Vince is an archaeologist, an occupation spent in the great outdoors that causes its practitioner to bay at the moon, apparently, I surmise, because he’s good at it.

When Vince gets down with Meeka and begins a lullaby to the lunar deities, Meeka is unable to control her own response. Her ears and tail become rigid. Her torso expands and contorts like a soprano priming to shatter grandma’s stemware. Her neck stretches, her snout extends toward the heavens, Vince hoots higher, and the howling is on. At that point, Meeka has no idea what is moving her, or why, but her face shows a mix of glee for the satisfaction of it all, and terror because she likes it, but shouldn’t.

For some reason, Vince doesn’t get me howling along. I guess I’m a party pooper, but then party poopers are bidden mostly not by what they can do, but what they can’t. So, I don’t howl, though I add some claps, chortles and satisfying bass line growls in sympathy, if not in symphony.

I have written infrequently about my little dog, a confluence somewhere upstream of Beagle and Wiener. She makes use of her

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Windsor Writers Theme: Howl continued What’s That Sound? by Sharalyn Warren My husband and I were stationed at Fort Hood, Texas, in May of 1963. May 8th would be my dad’s birthday. We decided to call home on the evening of May 6, 1963, to visit and to wish my dad a happy birthday. Mom had Dad use the upstairs phone while she ran to the basement to use the extension phone. As we were visiting my dad hollered to my mom, “Velyma, what’s that howling sound?”

They were having a thunderstorm, but this sound was like a howling train. Then the phone went dead. We had no idea what was happening. We were very concerned for my parents and my younger brother, who was still at home.

The next day we learned the sad news. There had been six tornadoes in the south-central part of Minnesota extending into Minneapolis. The tornado that had made the howling train sound had winds of 207-260 miles per hour. It had gone on a seven-mile path from Chanhassen to Deephaven and Minnetonka.

My parents had a home up from the shoreline of Lake Minnetonka at the beginning of a peninsula that lay between Lake Minnetonka and Carson’s Bay. The tornado had gone across most of the length of the peninsula. Fortunately, no one died in their neighborhood.

There was extensive damage to homes. Some homes lost roofs; some were totaled. A boat was lifted from the Lake Minnetonka side to the Carson’s Bay side with minimal damage. One whole house was dumped into Carson’s Bay. Trees were toppled.

continuously from before the tornadoes until after they ceased.

There were 13 casualties and 683 injured persons. My parents home went unscathed except for fallen leaf clusters all over the lawn.

Chainsaws were heard in the area for days and even weeks.

Some people left Cottagewood, and others rebuilt. Some rebuilt with wood and others rebuilt into the ground with concrete and fortified steel.

People had been warned by the radio stations that tornadoes might be coming. There was a new warning system in place and the sirens were credited with saving many lives.

That same night two separate tornadoes struck Fridley, a suburb of North Minneapolis. One tornado followed the other. 1,100 homes were damaged, and 425 homes were totally destroyed.

There were six fatalities and 158 injuries in Fridley.

Many years later Jerry and I were visiting my brother who lives in Wayzata, MN. We had just finished dinner when we heard tornado sirens going off. One of the 1963 tornadoes had gone through a part of Wayzata. My brother immediately took us into a space under the basement stairs just in case the tornado came our way. Fortunately, it did not appear. Many people were heard to say that they had heard a loud train sound coming. The winds were howling that night.

The six tornadoes had covered a total of 50 miles. The winds had ranged from 113-260 miles per hour. The thunderstorms rained

The Great Escape by Cindy Peters During the cold, howling blizzards of eastern South Dakota I did a lot of California Dreaming as a child. I watched a lot of beach movies and envisioned myself on those warm sandy beaches and swimming in the deep blue water of the Pacific Ocean. I thought California must be heaven on earth with all the beauty of the palm trees and orchards filled with citrus trees. I spent hours listening to the Beach Boys and I thought every word they sang must be the gospel.

I could not understand how I could have had the misfortune of living in such a desolate, landlocked state as South Dakota. On the plains there was always the constant howling of the wind which I dreaded the most. There were stories of pioneers who were driven crazy with the howling of the wind. Eastern South Dakota could not compete with all the beauty and glamor of California. As a child I became intrigued with the old Hollywood glitz, and I would pretend that I was a famous actress in the movies.

Then finally in 1990 my big dream came true of visiting Southern California. My husband and I were in our early 30s with two small

children. Just as we drove down into the valley of Los Angeles, we thought we were entering a thunderstorm. However, it turned out not to be a thunderstorm but rather a thick, dark smog.

Then we hit the massive LA traffic. Once we got past those two disappointments, we made it to beautiful Newport Beach. My husband and kids and I had never seen an ocean let alone swim in an ocean. My family are all great swimmers, and we excitedly ran and dove into the ocean with glee. We watched with envy as the surfers were perfectly balanced on their surf boards and gracefully came onto shore.

We spent the next two days at wonderful Disneyland. Our kids were impressed to see Mickey and Minnie Mouse perform. We went on as many rides as time would allow. They especially liked the Pirates of the Caribbean and the Haunted House. My husband and I were thrilled that some of the original carnival rides were still operating so we could imagine ourselves as kids again. We stayed at night to view the beautiful Disney Light Parade.

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Windsor Writers Theme: Howl continued The Great Escape continued from page 34 The next stop was Universal Studio. We toured the Lucy and Desi Museum and saw the patch of land in which Gillian’s Island was filmed. We rode the train ride in which we went by the Psycho House and then were attacked by King Kong as the bridge collapsed with the gushing river below. It was all make-believe of course with a touch of reality.

Our final stop was Sea World. Sea World was much more glamorous and accepted by animal lovers in 1990. The rides and the animal shows were amazing. Our daughter loved the bird

show until later when a sea gull snatched a churro out of her hand.

She still has the scar to prove it.

It was a wonderful vacation and we have had many great trips to California since then. It saddens us how many are fleeing the dream state with their bad economics, traffic, pollution, floods, mud slides and forest fires. It has also become too expensive for many people in California, so they come to Colorado and drive up the prices of real estate. Despite all this I will still hold a special place in my heart for the dream state of California.

The Windsor Writers group meets weekly on Mondays at 9 a.m. in the Aspen Room. Join us for the joy of writing and sharing short pieces weekly on a variety of topics that members take turns choosing. No qualifications needed, just creative folks who enjoy writing and sharing observations, ideas, and stories.

Windsor Writer Reading Event Returns: Windsor Writers Out Loud The Writers Group will bring back its popular annual public reading event on Friday, May 26, at 2 p.m. in CenterPoint. Now known as Windsor Writers Out Loud, the tradition goes back to 1990 when it started as the Tea Time Readings. Coffee and refreshments will be served following the program when the audience is invited to visit with the authors.

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Call 303-364-7485 for more information. Deadline for submission is the 10th of the month prior to the month of publication.

GARAGE FOR RENT UG PARKING LOT 26 $55/mo. 720-217-2785.

HOMES WANTED WINDSOR GARDENS RENTALS. The demand for rental units in Windsor Gardens is greater than ever! If you are an owner needing professional property management services at reasonable pricing or if you are a potential tenant in search of a rental unit call 303-808-0808 today to discuss opportunities and availability! Jane Doyle, Managing Broker, CharterWest Consulting, Inc.; Equal Housing Opportunity Brokerage. Windsor Gardens resident.

WILL BUY YOUR UNIT FAST. No fees, Get a second opinion. WG resident. Schoenecker & Co. 303-898-3963.

REAL ESTATE TRANSITION SPECIALISTS and Windsor Gardens Experts, Amy & Scott Grossman-Buy, Sell, Private Tours, $Cash for Properties. Know all your options. See ad on back page of this paper.

303-941-9436. www.tourwindsorgardens.com.

I’LL PURCHASE YOUR CONDO! Any condition. Quick close or flexible. WG experience, Colorado Company. 470-306-2624 Chelsea Properties, LLC. ITEMS WANTED CASH FOR UNWANTED CARS, trucks, RVs, guns, gold, & property Rueben 720-434-8042.

SERVICES PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANING SERVICES – Eco friendly, dependable, and trustworthy. Flexible availability. Shay 303-5626368.

IN HOME PEDICURES & MANICURES 303-886-4028.

NAILS & SKIN CARE BY CATHY I have 35 yrs experience in manicures,pedicures,Waxing, Eyelash/Eyebrow dyes. I am mobile & will come to you. Please call for Appt. 303-549-3854.

CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE (CNA) – Personal care, companionship, transportation, hospice, grocery store runs, meal preparation, 24/7 care service & more. 20 years’ experience! Excellent references!!

Maria H. (720)232-4371.

SQUEAKY CLEAN WITH JENNA LEIGH-Fast, thorough, and reliable. Call for free consultation 720-978-4470.

WG RESIDENT WITH 30 YEARS caregiver experience. Very reliable, also housecleaning, good references. Loretta Wright 720-681-7147.

SERVICES continued FOR ALL YOUR SEWING & ALTERATION needs, custom made and more. Please call Soledad 303-399-5513 (No texts) Windsor Gardens resident.

NOTARY SERVICES & TRANSPORTATION SERVICES. WG resident can provide notary services and provide transportation to DIA. Call Kathy at 720-480-6486.

DO YOU NEED TRANSPORTATION to DIA – dr. appts – personal appts – shopping? Call Katherine 303-725-9353 (WGR) MYRIAM’S DOG SITTING 719-427-0006.

SEWING SERVICES! Alterations/repairs on clothing, home decor, needlework/quilt finishing. WG resident w/great quality and prices.

Call/text Pam at 607-639-1274.

HOUSE CLEANING SERVICES: We provide all types of cleaning including bathrooms, bedrooms, & kitchens. Special housecleaning services are also available. 8 yrs. exp. with WG residents! Veronica Peralta, 720-387-5426.

JENNY’S HAULING. Junk hauling, extreme deep cleaning. Hoarder helper, organizer, and movers. Call 720-620-0055.

MEJIA CLEANING. 20 years’ experience Diana V. 720-334-2938.

PERSONAL CAREGIVER OR CNA since 2009 with quality companion care. Birekti 720-372-8035.

FACIALS-PATRICIA OF WG, Licensed Cosmetologist. Offering facials to the ladies of WG. Relax, Enjoy, and pamper yourself in the most comfortable facial chair in the city. Highest quality hypoallergenic products. Cleanse, tone, massage, mask, 60 min, 90 min. 720-556*8413.

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING Free Estimate. Nicole 720-4365112.

NEED YOUR TEETH PROFESSIONALLY CLEANED and don’t have insurance? Dental Hygiene student in Lowry area would love to help you and provide a low cost fully comprehensive exam and cleaning with initial assessment appointment free. Call or text Christy at 720984-2896.

WG RESIDENT WILL PROVIDE Companionship and Services: Available for meal prep, errands, etc. Carol 484-686-1351.

HANDYMAN DENVER #1 Laminate floors/painting & more. Greg 970-485-5082 WG Resident.

CATLOVER’S CAT CARE Yvonne Refs 303-548-6230.

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SERVICE DIRECTORY The Windsor Gardens Association, including its board of directors and employees and the Windsor Life staff, are not responsible or liable for any of the services or products advertised in the Windsor Life publication, nor do we endorse any advertisement, product or service. The association recommends that you thoroughly research any product or service and check references prior to hiring any individual or company.

AIR CONDITIONING Air Conditioner Sales & Service Tom Grace 2443 S. University #211 303-755-2111 or tmmytomato@aol.com APPLIANCE REPAIR A to Z Appliance Repair Refrigerators, Stoves, Dishwashers, Disposals. Senior Discount Call Dave 303-371-4229 ATTORNEYS Kirch, Rounds & Bowman PC Estate Planning/Admin, Real Estate Over 40 yrs combined legal experience www.dwkpc.net 303-671-7726 COMPUTER SERVICES Affordable Computer Repairs, Etc. Computers, laptops, i-Phones, i-Pads Tablets, VCRs, Roku, Errands, Etc. Monica 303-875-5837 Computer & Electronic Help by Stephen College student, grandpa lives in WG Enjoys helping seniors, plus tutoring Low fee 303-330-2272 In-Home Technology Assistance Need help and the Grandkids are gone?

Computers, Cameras, Phones, TVs, Etc. 720-244-4166 Scott or Mike ELECTRICAL SERVICES Cassidy Electrical LLC Licensed & Insured Honest, Reliable, Fair Brian 303-241-9265 Electricity Electrical Solutions LLC Licensed & Insured Electrician Seniors-Veterans Discounts Chris 720-289-7724 FLOORING Sky Rise Carpet Cleaning LLC A Full Restorative Carpet Cleaning Tile, Grout, Upholstery and Area rugs Adam Hursh 720-251-5194 HAULING Anything Anytime Anywhere Junk removal & Estate Clean out 50% Senior Discount Taddy 303-525-5421

HOME REPAIR & REMODEL

HAULING continued Cut Rate Hauling Providing Trash and Junk Removal Furniture, Appliances, Debris, Etc. Rueben 720-434-8042

4TB-LO LLC Tile Installation Tile, Floors/walls/all. Wood Laminates Vinyl Plank, Free Estimate, Insured Call Jeff 720-350-6999 WG References

Express Hauling Services Appliances, Furniture. Total clean out Seniors/Veterans Discounts applied Vern 720-275-3709

AKAB, LLC Kitchens, Bathrooms, Tile, Flooring Plumbing, Painting, Full remodel Free Estimate Tom 720-662-2547

Jenny’s Hauling Junk hauling, extreme deep cleaning Hoarder helper, organizer, and movers Call 720-620-0055

All Pro Construction Grow your equity with quality const.

Complete unit remodels Al 720-569-4195

Small World Hauling Moving, Hauling, Packing Commercial, Residential 720-360-7440 www.smallworldmovers.us

Emerald Home Repair Basic Home Repairs, Plumbing Electrical, etc. Windsor References Larry Dotterer 720-384-5806

HEALTHCARE Kang, Ruth, DDS PC 496 S. Dayton St. Denver, CO 80247 303-360-5660 Parker Point Medical Center Family Medicine & PT 7950 E Mississippi Ave Unit C 3003-353-1440 HOME CARE Aster & Bow Home Care & Cleaning Services Delivery, Pickup Services, 8 yrs. Exp 720-789-4767 Diamond Care, LLC Personal Care Provider since 2004 Homemaker, Transportation Amy 720-317-7251 Elderlink Home Care, Inc. Quality Companion Care Since 1988 Help Is Just A Phone Call Away 303-734-0641 Flexible and Reliable PC Days or Overnights 25 Years’ Experience Jenny 720-620-0055 Grace Care Healthcare, Homecare Services Home & window cleaning, Transportation 720-276-8713, 720-327-6860 Private Duty Caregiver Very Affordable, Professional, Refs Can assist or relieve your caregiver.

Judy 720-261-8062 or 720-200-0222

Handyman Services Plumbing, Electrical, Painting, etc.

Free estimates, WG resident Call Dan at 303-913-2590 INSURANCE Joel Kruschwitz State Farm Proper Insurance on your condo Quotes on Home and Auto 303-344-1175 LANAI ENCLOSURES All Pro Construction Lanai enclosures, doors & windows Warranty, quality craftmanship Al 720-569-4195 Grande Vista, Inc. Enclosed Lanais, Windows & Doors 1550 Larimer St., #454, Denver 80202 Carlos Perez 303-777-4500 Wholesale Windows LLC Enclosed lanais, windows, and doors Dependable and efficient Larry Summer 303-887-9960 MOVING SERVICES Retirement Home Movers 2 Men $120 per Hr. 3 Men $160 per Hr. Open 7 Days a Week 8am-8pm John 720-975-3966 Small World Movers 12 Yrs. Experience-Licensed & Insured Friendly, Dependable, Polite, Efficient 303-931-6135 www.smallworldmovers@us

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Handy Manny Painting Also repair walls, prep, paint Clean-up & organize with perfection 303-521-0063 – website: dancemanny.com

Braun, Dan Home Smart of Cherry Creek Helping buy & sell in WG since 1993 303-883-5881

Alfa Blinds, Blinds by Tomorrow At Alfa Blinds we Make, Install Repair & Clean Blinds by Tomorrow 303-366-9266, 60 S. Havana St, #612

Serenity Now Home Services LLC Painting, Drywall repair, Clean-up Locally Owned, Owner Operated Bob 720-621-7767

Coldwell Banker, Cheryl Lohuis Realtor & WG Owner. Your time 2 Buy! Have owned 3 homes here & Love it!

303-522-6161 AColoradohome4u.com

Serenity Now Home Services LLC Window Cleaning to Brighten Your Day Locally Owned, Owner Operated Bob 720-621-7767

PAINTING

Grossman, Amy and Scott See our Ad-Back Page of Windsor Life www.tourwindsorgardens.com 303-941-9436

PET SERVICES Fleur-de-lis-Kitty Care Cat Care and Claw Trimming fleurkittycare@gmail.com Donna 720-532-1019

Guzman, Carol , CNE, SRES Your Castle Real Estate, Inc See my tour ad in Windsor Life 303-929-3157 www.carolguzmanhomes.com

Terriers Around Town Dog Grooming Senior Pricing - $75.00 pkg Pickup/Delivery Included 720-989-9195 Heather Ramirez PLUMBING Vertec Plumbing Great rates. Free Instant Quote Plumbing and Drain Cleaning www.vertecservices.com 720-298-0880 Wright, Wayne Master Plumber Service and Repair Kitchen+Bath, Balanced Shower Valves 303-344-2637 REAL ESTATE Barlow, Chad You 1st Realty TeamElevateColorado.com 720-422-1979

Answers for Trivia

Home Real Estate, Shirley Shideler Windsor Gardens is My Home Too! 9355 E. Center Ave. #3-A, Denver, CO 303-503-0745 shideler3@gmail.com Ingebritson, Carolyn, SRES, Realtor Your Castle Real Estate Call about tours! 303-594-7696 carolyn@theperfectpairhome.com Metro Brokers-Pete Withers Living and working in Windsor Gardens Get top dollar for your condo.

303-881-7651, bestindenver@comcast.net

WINDOW FASHION Alfa Blinds, Blinds by Tomorrow At Alfa Blinds we Make, Install Repair & Clean Blinds by Tomorrow 303-366-9266, 60 S. Havana St, #612 Master Blinds Services LLC Sale, Repair, Clean 12445 E 39th Ave #306 303-518-4307 Shinee Blinds Great prices, honest, dependable Free measurement, free installation Call Pete or Chris 720-365-8463 WINDOW INSTALLATION & REPAIR Grande Vista, Inc. Windows, Doors & Enclosed Lanais 1550 Larimer St., #454, Denver 80202 Carlos Perez 303-777-4500

Schoenecker & Co. Knowledgeable and Experienced Sell Fast for Top Dollar. WG Resident Mike 303-898-3963

Trivia by Carol Brooks

Call 303-364-7485 to list your business or ser vice.

Monthly Team Trivia

1. What is a group of hippopotamuses called?

Want more trivia?

2. What state touches four of the five Great Lakes?

Join us for team-Trivia. Bring your own team or join a team on the third Friday of each month in CenterPoint from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Door prizes and light refreshments. Everyone is welcome!

3. What is the date of Juneteenth?

5. 63 4. Femur (thigh bone) 3. June 19

4. What is the longest and strongest bone in the human body?

2. Michigan

5. How many national parks are congressionally designated

1. Bloat

protected areas operated by the National Park Service, an agency of the Department of the Interior?

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