June 2023

WINDSOR

PRESIDENT’S PEN

Greetings. Recently, someone asked me to define what community means to me and after much thought I determined that there are many types of communities that I have been fortunate enough to be a part of. Wikipedia defines a community as a social unit with commonalities such as place, norms, religion, values, customs or identity. Communities may share a sense of place situated in a geographical area or a virtual space through communication platforms.

Growing up in Texas, I experienced several types of communities. My experiences in those communities have carried over into adulthood and who I am today. At an early age, I found people and places I felt comfortable being a part of. In the 1960s, I lived in a small town of approximately 12,000 people, and one of the communities I identified with was my church community. There were many different denominations, but we never saw the difference because there were so few of us. We just accepted each other and enjoyed each other’s company.

A friend mentioned to me that she also lived in a small town for a short period of time with her grandmother and uncle. Their house was at the top of a hill. At five years of age, she would walk down the hill to a little church because she could hear very lively music. She would wear her little overalls there, not feeling the least out of place. The pastor would signal for

Bobbie Mays, Board President PRESIDENT'S

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2023 Board Officers & Committees Windsor Gardens Association Contacts OPERATIONS COMMITTEES

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

Activities (Ad Hoc)

y Carol Brooks, Chair

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

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y Donna Pitcher Fisher, Resident

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

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 Michael Powl, 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

Administration

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

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: Bobbie Mays

Vice Pres.: Dennis Knight

Treasurer: Mike Lopez

Secretary: 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

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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

Community & Committee Meetings

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.

COMMUNITY MEETINGS

Donuts with Donna

Thursday, June 22, 10 a.m. in CenterPoint

Declaration Amendments Town Halls

Wed., July 12, 2 p.m. in the Auditorium Wed., July 26, 4:30 p.m. in CenterPoint (after the BRC meeting)

COMMITTEE MEETINGS

Architectural Review Committee Tuesday, June 6, 11 a.m.

Meeting ID: 828 6232 7768 Passcode: 316330

Board Election Committee Tuesday, June 6, 2 p.m.

Meeting ID: 842 9759 5566 Passcode: 173945

Auditing Committee Friday, June 9, 9 a.m.

In person in the administration office boardroom.

Board of Directors Meeting Friday, June 23, 9:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 862 7135 6339 Passcode: 618226

Board of Directors Special Meeting (if needed)

Wednesday June 28, 9:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 875 9350 8373 Passcode: 933965

Building Rep. Zone Committee Thursday, June 15, 9:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 831 0572 1994

Passcode: 303292

Community Life Committee Friday, June 16, 9:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 841 5820 7236

Passcode: 329438

Finance Committee Wednesday, June 7, 11 a.m.

Meeting ID: 832 1527 0511

Passcode: 391601

Long-Range Planning & Innovation Friday, June 9, 2 p.m.

Meeting ID: 870 1577 6569

Passcode: 009655

Policy Committee Wednesday, June 7, 9:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 841 6303 6581

Passcode: 358727

Public Relations Committee Thursday, June 8, 9:30 a.m.

Meeting ID: 829 7744 6879

Passcode: 848927

Association Offices Closed

Independence Day Tuesday, July 4, 2023

Labor Day Monday, September 4, 2023

Thanksgiving Thursday, November 23, 2023

Friday, November 24, 2023

Christmas Friday, December 22, 2023

Monday, December 25, 2023

New Year's Day Monday, January 1, 2024

In Remembrance

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.

David L. Ordway

David Ordway died on April 13, 2023, at St Joseph Hospital in Denver, Colorado, after a period of heart-related disease. He was 88 years old. David was born on September 30, 1934, in Haverhill, Massachusetts. He graduated from Haverhill High School in 1952. He enlisted in the United States Navy in 1952, where he served aboard the U.S.S. Daly (DD-519) during the Korean War and was honorably discharged following his service in 1956. After leaving the Navy, David earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Boston University in 1960. David had an illustrious career at Bethlehem Steel, Booz Allen Hamilton and the U.S. Postal Service in Washington, D.C. He eventually settled in Denver in 1984 as Postmaster General of the Nebraska and Denver regions, where he concluded his career.

During retirement, David worked for the Environmental Protection Agency and assumed many leadership roles in his communities. He was a lifelong learner earning numerous certificates in a variety of subjects throughout his life. David loved cycling and skiing and was an extraordinary athlete. He enjoyed spending time with his daughters, son-in-law and grandchildren doing sports, traveling and just having fun.

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

Smoking: A Life and Death Issue

While this letter is tough to write, it is one of personal history. I hope my smoking friends and neighbors will understand my concerns and not take it as a personal affront.

I recently met the smoke-free group that has been organized in Windsor Gardens. After sharing my story, they requested I write this letter.

In 1968, while I was a senior at Denver’s George Washington High, my mother dozed off on the couch in our living room with a cigarette in her hand. It is believed she woke up and went to her second-

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a lady to go to the door and accompany her into the gathering. She would sit on the front seat and enjoy her experience each Sunday until her uncle came to fetch her. No one ever reacted to her being there, and she learned at an early age there can be differences in a community.

When we walk and visit around the circle, play on our golf course, enjoy the pool or participate in the many activities offered at

CenterPoint, we can see that our Windsor Gardens community has many individuals from many places with different norms and values, religions, customs and identities who have come together to make this place our home. It is a welcoming and pleasing place to be. Many of you express your contentment and appreciation of this community and I thank you in advance for paying it forward whenever possible.

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floor bedroom to continue her nap, leaving the cigarette to smolder on the couch. She was found in the hallway outside her room after succumbing to smoke inhalation.

On my way home from school that day, I heard a report saying a woman died in a home fire on our block. Curious and concerned as a neighbor, I drove there only to realize that the deceased woman was my mother.

While I don’t remember much after that, I will never forget seeing my father standing beside the fire trucks outside our house, and I will never forget the way in which my mother died.

I recently heard a frightening report that people are moving to Windsor Gardens because residents are allowed to smoke in their units, while it is not allowed in other communities.

Smokers are not allowed to smoke on open lanais at Windsor Gardens, only within their units. I fear that a smoking resident will do as my mother unintentionally did, not only causing harm to themselves, but to others within the building.

In the interest of fairness, perhaps smokers could join those opposed to smoking at WG, so a solution could be agreed upon by all. It is a matter of safety.

Patti Keyworth Smoking at Windsor Gardens

For those trying to implement a no-smoking policy: Casting out people who have a certain lifestyle is not okay. We must find a common ground. When buying our apartment, we were told smoking was allowed but there were rules. Those rules have been followed. Everyone should not be punished for a couple of people's mistakes (rule-breaking). For those who want to ban smoking at Windsor Gardens completely, please consider buying a house or renting one. This way, you will not have to worry about smoke getting in your air vents and air way. I am not trying to be rude; I am just being honest. If you want to ban a lifestyle, maybe living in a community is not for you.

I also do not agree with the [proposal in the May letter “Enforcing the Smoking Policy at WG” to install] cameras in the buildings. People are certainly not smoking in the halls. Instead, cameras should be placed outside since so many cars are being broken into. People are making a big deal out of the smoking policy when there are real issues that need to be addressed. Those issues being that cars and homes are being broken into. We have lived here for over a year now and constantly get texts about the cars being broken into. Nothing has changed. Let’s focus on these issues instead.

B. Godoy

The Return of Dog Waste

Spring is in the air and so is the smell of dog poop. Almost every day when I walk my dog, we are sidestepping dog waste that other owners are not picking up. I have been kind enough to ask dog owners to pick up after the dog as I have seen the owner just leave it and

walk away. I have had one owner use “sign” language and just keep walking. There are also dog owners still using retractable leashes. Once again, I asked one person to ‘reel’ the dog in and to respect our lanais. I have a dog and for others to allow their dogs to pee in the garden bed right at my lanai bricks is rude and disrespectful. I have no idea what the solution is to this, but I am so tired of people allowing their dogs to pee right at my lanai and bedroom windows. I have a feeling that when summer rolls in, the poop will be unbearable. Come on dog owners… Let’s do a better job of taking care of our dogs AND keeping our sidewalks and yards cleaner.

G. Waurzyniak

WG Board in Motion

At their regular monthly meeting on May 24, 2023, the board approved:

ƒ Several finance committee motions:

A motion to transfer $360,970.83 to the capital reserve account. A motion to transfer $453,805.50 to the tax reserve account. (This transfer represents May and June transfers plus $50,000 to prepare for funding the June 2023 second half property tax payment.)

A motion to transfer $196,957.00 to the capital reserve account. (This transfer represents the May insurance loan payment from the operating account).

A motion to forgive the final insurance loan payment due from the operating account to the capital reserve fund for the 2023 fiscal year end in the amount of $180,855.04.

A motion to forgive the final capital reserve transfer for March 2023 that was to be paid from the operating account to the capital reserve fund in the amount of $348,764.08.

ƒ A long-range planning and innovation committee motion to evaluate other provider options for a private Wi-Fi / cellular network.

ƒ A motion to adopt the revisions to the common elements decorations policy as published in the May 2023 Windsor Life.

ƒ A motion to adopt the noise policy as amended at the board meeting.

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

ƒ A motion to accept the resignation of golf committee member Jo Wessel and appoint Michael Powl to the golf committee.

From the General Manager

Rebecca Zazueta

NOISE POLICY ADOPTED BY THE BOARD

The noise policy published in the May 2023 Windsor Life was approved by the board of directors at the May 24 board meeting. Before adoption, the board of directors discussed proposed revisions that were included to address golf course operations which begin at 6:30 a.m. While this was an addition to the updated noise policy, it is not a change in golf course operations, which always started at

6:30 a.m. These final revisions were incorporated into the policy to ensure that there is disclosure to residents, especially to those who live along the golf course.

A complete copy of the newly adopted noise policy is available on the association’s website under the resource tab and policies folder.

END OF FISCAL YEAR OVERAGES IN NATURAL GAS AND INSURANCE EXPENSES

At the May 2023 finance committee meeting, the year-end operating report for the fiscal year 2022-2023 was reviewed. The unaudited financials reflected significant overages in natural gas and insurance expenses. Both expenses were anticipated to exceed budget and were discussed throughout the year, as well as during the budgeting process for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The insurance expenses were $200K over budget and natural gas expenses were $273K. Fortunately, the association was able to borrow from the capital reserve account to fund these overages and the new budget has been adjusted and increased for both expenses. Also, the capital reserve contribution was increased by 3.86% this year to ensure

ongoing funding of the reserve account. At the May 2023 board meeting, the board of directors approved a motion to forgive the loan the operating account took from the capital reserve account to pay for the overage in expenses that occurred. This will allow the association to move forward without a repayment plan or continued liability between the two association accounts.

Owners are welcome to participate in finance committee meetings to learn more about the budget, operations and the allocation of HOA assessments. Copies of finance committee meeting minutes are also available on the association’s website under the resource center tab, committees’ folder, and then the finance committee subfolder.

DECLARATION AMENDMENTS

Three proposed declaration amendments will be presented to the owners in July 2023. Each amendment will be voted on individually and must receive approval from 51% of all owners, which is 1,372 owners, to become effective. All 2,689 owners will be called to action and asked to participate in this important HOA business.

The board of directors reviewed the first draft of the amendment document at their May meeting and plans to approve a final amendment document at a special board meeting scheduled for June 28. Owners will be notified of the ballot vote early in July.

Two town hall meetings will be held to discuss the three declaration amendments. The first will be on July 12 at 2 p.m. in the auditorium and the second on July 26 at 4:30 p.m. in CenterPoint following the BRC meeting.

Ballot votes are expensive for the association to pursue. We are currently evaluating the possibility of using an electronic voting system to reduce mailing and copying expenses substantially. Options will be available for owners who cannot vote electronically, and paper copies will be available. More details regarding this change in voting procedures will be available in July.

Here are the ballot issues and how they will impact owners and nonowner residents (official wording and ballot to be provided to owners in July):

Ballot Issue #1: Should Windsor Gardens become a smokefree community?

Under Article 5 of the Declaration, where restrictions and covenants are outlined, a new provision will be proposed to prohibit smoking

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within units, limited common elements, common elements and all association buildings.

By becoming a smoke-free community, residents, employees and guests will not be allowed to smoke in units or anywhere within the community, except on city rights-of-way or other property not owned by the association. This means a smoker would have to go out to the city sidewalk to smoke. The city right of way is the sidewalk we refer to as the loop walk around the community, bordering South Alton Street, South Clinton Street and East Center Avenue. It does not include sidewalks leading to buildings or between buildings as these walks are considered common elements. Even smoking in a vehicle would be prohibited inside of garages or within association parking lots. This means a resident would have to park on the city street to smoke inside of their vehicle.

No smoking includes vaping and e-cigarettes and all tobacco products as well as marijuana. Existing smokers in the community would not be grandfathered, which means if the amendment is approved by 1,372 owners, it will apply to current residents who smoke.

Pros:

• If approved, this amendment would help address the community's secondhand smoke health concerns.

• If approved, this amendment would reduce smoke damage to units and smoke smell in other units and common elements.

• If approved, this amendment will reduce fire and safety risks associated with smoking.

Cons:

• If approved, this amendment will have a significant impact on current residents who are smokers.

A smoke-free amendment that grandfathers in existing residents who are smokers cannot be successfully enforced by the association. Also, if a grandfathering clause was pursued, it would take years for the community to become smoke-free officially. And it would not resolve existing secondhand smoke concerns, smoke damage to units, and smells in other units and common elements. If the membership desires to be a smokefree community, the amendment must apply to everyone with a specified effective date.

• Enforcement of a smoke-free amendment will be difficult and costly to the association.

Ballot Issue #2: Should a working capital fund, to be funded by new owners at the time of closing, be established for the use and benefit of the association?

Under Article 6 of the Declaration regarding the covenant for common expense assessments, a new provision will be proposed to establish a working capital fund that new owners will be required to contribute to when they purchase a unit at Windsor Gardens. The fee amount is still under discussion. Two options are under consideration: 1) an amount equal to two or three monthly installments of the HOA assessment, or 2) a percentage such as .5% or 1% of the sales price of the unit. Annual revenue estimates are $250,000 to $500,000, depending on how the fee is structured.

Pros:

• The working capital fund will contribute to the association’s financial health and help to stabilize HOA assessments.

• The additional revenue can help to offset HOA increases or unexpected operating expenses that arise in any given year.

• The additional revenue can also be allocated as additional funding for the capital reserve account.

Cons:

• Although this fee would be charged to the buyer at closing, a seller may need to pay the fee, or a portion of it, as part of the sales contract negotiations.

• If the working capital fee is added to the closing costs, it would be in addition to other Windsor Gardens fees that are charged, such as the transfer fee, sliding glass door, windows and garage door opener fees, when applicable. For some buyers, these additional fees may make moving to Windsor Gardens unaffordable.

Ballot Issue #3: Should Windsor Gardens stop collecting and paying property taxes on behalf of owners?

Article 3, Section 3.5 (b) of the Declaration would be deleted to stop the collection of property taxes from each unit, and the association would no longer pay property taxes for all the units within Windsor Gardens. The property tax portion of the HOA coupon would be eliminated as of April 2024 or later if this amendment is approved by the membership.

Pros:

• Many owners who have mortgages on their units duplicate their property tax payments because payments are required to be made through their mortgage escrow account as well as the monthly HOA assessment. If this amendment is approved, the property taxes would be removed from the HOA assessment and the duplicate payment would be resolved for owners with a mortgage escrow account. Mortgages are more common in Windsor Gardens and this issue also impacts many owners with reverse mortgages. An estimated 250 to 300 owners are impacted every year, and the number continues to increase.

• Removing property taxes from the HOA assessment would reduce the complexity of the budget as well as the cash flow management for the association. Currently the HOA collects and pays $2.4 million in property taxes on behalf of unit owners. Half of the payment is due February 28, and the second half is due June 15, which often requires an advance from the operating account to fund the tax bill until the assessment collection catches up to what has been paid to the city and county.

• The property tax portion of the HOA coupon would be eliminated, making the overall HOA less. However, the other portions of the HOA coupon are reviewed annually and are subject to change or increase. For this reason, this amendment will not decrease the HOA fees indefinitely but will help stabilize them.

• The substantial staff time required to manage the billing, payments and refunds of property taxes would be eliminated. While this will not eliminate an entire position or reduce the cost of payroll, it will allow staff to focus on other tasks and increase productivity in other areas.

Cons:

• Owners will be responsible for making annual property tax payments to the city and county of Denver if they do not have a mortgage or there is no requirement to escrow property taxes through their mortgage company. The first half would be due by February 28 and the second half would be due by June 15.

• Potentially, there would be units with tax liens because the owner allowed the property tax payments to become delinquent.

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

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MAINTENANCE & GROUNDS UPDATES

‚ Technology project: Verizon presented their private cellular network proposal to the LRP&I committee in May. Google Fiber will be investigated next, along with other providers that can provide a similar network for the association.

‚ Roof replacement project: The roof replacement for buildings 6 and 53 is complete. The roof replacement for building 3 is nearly complete.

‚ Boiler replacement project: Work is underway in building 64.

‚ Underground garage project: Project is underway again. The focus of the project is to solve drainage issues and known leaks. Backfill is in progress between buildings 82 and 84, but there are delays related to utility lines that need to be repaired or replaced.

A contractor will be hired to manage the electric conduit behind building 84 that is rusted. And a plan to address the gas line that needs to be raised between 82 and 84 also needs to be determined. Xcel has not provided a reasonable solution to deal with this issue. The work at underground parking lot 25 is moving along well. The front door of building 66 needs to be completed. It has been challenging to get concrete to finish that job.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE PROJECTS

‚ The outdoor pool was prepared for the summer season.

‚ We are completing a large abatement project in building 21 to complete a hot water line replacement in the ceiling of the first floor.

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Maintenance Matters

From Bill Walsh, Facilities Manager

NEW POLICIES FROM CITY HALL IMPACT WINDSOR GARDENS

Residents recently received a letter from Denver’s Office of Climate Action, Sustainability and Resiliency (CASR). If you are like me, you didn’t even know such a thing existed. In November 2021, the Denver City Council voted unanimously to pass Bill 21-1310, which includes a building energy performance standard for Denver’s commercial and multifamily buildings. The ordinance gave CASR the power to set new energy performance targets necessary to achieve the city’s climate goals.

CASR oversees the Energize Denver program and ordinance, created to improve existing commercial and multifamily building energy performance. The CASR created and assigned the program’s specific requirements and targets. They were not voted on or approved by the city council. Instead, a committee was appointed by the mayor. Since then, we have received several hundred notices asking us to provide records for the past five years of gas and electricity energy usage. Windsor Gardens receives 97 electric bills and 55 gas bills – every month. They gave us virtually no lead time and required us to gather and enter the information into their proprietary software, which requires an off-site training session. We have 48 buildings that qualified for reporting initially. Next year we must file reports for all 72 buildings, the community center, the auditorium and even the maintenance shop. After several persistent letters from Energize Denver, we finally got our first set of records approved. Just the first step in this project has cost us over 200 hours.

This program concerned me from the beginning. I was worried about how it would negatively impact our budget and workforce. As it turns out, I was right. In addition to our annual reporting requirements this past year, we were asked to pay a program fee of $100 for every building over 50,000 square feet. With no notice and no money set aside in the budget, we had to pay 48 bills, $100 for each qualifying building, with a separate payment, totaling $4,800.

The Energize Denver program includes several phases in the next few years. Buildings from 25,000 square feet or higher must follow all three sections of the Energize Denver ordinance: 1) annual benchmarking of the building’s energy use; 2) energy performance requirements based on the building’s energy use intensity (EUI); and 3) electrification requirements when replacing space and water heating equipment. Buildings 5,000-24,999 square feet and larger must follow two of the three sections of the ordinance: 1) energy performance requirements to improve lighting or install renewable energy and 2) electrification requirements when replacing space and

water heating equipment. Existing buildings under 5,000 square feet must comply with the ordinance’s electrification requirement.

Windsor Gardens’ existing buildings have been subject to annual benchmarking since 2016. In 2022, Denver established energy performance requirements based on the building's primary use and how the building performs today. Buildings will have to meet two interim performance targets in 2024 and 2027. The measurement of required energy use reductions each year will require the cost of an outside contractor, and the overall reduction will be significant. If we do not meet the assigned targets, financial penalties will be assessed. We are also graded as an Energy Star program and compete with other buildings across Denver and beyond.

In addition to the targets outlined above, the intent is for every gasfired device, i.e., boiler, water heater, roof-top heater, etc., to be converted from gas to an electric-powered device. It points at heat pumps to replace conventional air conditioning units as well.

In 2017 Denver voters approved the Denver Green Roof Initiative, which requires changes in how roofing is done. Last year a sidewalk tax titled “Denver Deserves Sidewalks” was passed by voters, and this year, the voters approved a recycling bill. These changes and a long list of other government requirements add significant costs to our budget.

Windsor Gardens has always kept on the cutting edge for energy efficiency, including replacing boilers, replacing roofs with reflective surfaces and insulation, replacing every window in the complex, upgrading our underground heating units for efficiency, adding evaporative coolers to hallways, and upgrading lighting, among many other energy efficiency improvements. Windsor Gardens was built in the 1960s when energy usage was not at the forefront. We will be required to compete with newer buildings designed with modern energy efficiency. We will need to work together to meet these standards that our elected officials have approved and implemented. As a condo owner here at WG, you don’t need to take any action as association employees will implement these changes. Still, please know these policies are having a huge impact on our community. I hope that in the future our residents (one of the larger voting blocs in Denver) will take a good look at the proposed policies and vote with Windsor Gardens in mind.

HALLWAY TEMPERATURES

As the weather warms up, we get calls about how to adjust the hallway temperatures. Windsor Gardens hallways do not have a thermostat that adjusts the temperature. The hallway control device can only be set at “Low,” “Medium,” or “High.”

We set the hallway control device on high during the winter, keeping things relatively comfortable. In the spring, when we get big temperature swings, it can be difficult to keep the hallways at a comfortable temperature for everyone. For example, on a spring day where we go from 38 degrees overnight to 79 degrees in the afternoon, the hallway temperature will fluctuate along with the outdoor temperature. We try to maintain a comfortable, average temperature, but it may be a bit too cool at night and a bit too warm during the day. When outdoor temperatures get warmer, we activate the evaporative coolers and turn the hallway control device off. The hallway temperature is more favorable in the summer.

Down to Earth

From Dana Cusack, Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

SPRING INTO ACTION

The daffodils put on a show this year, and the crabapple flowers were outstanding. The tulips bloomed late due to the cooler temperatures but looked good when they finally popped out. The first three months of the year were noticeably cooler than average. We couldn’t use the irrigation system because it might have caused ice to form on the sidewalks overnight.

When the trees start to bud, it is time for the grounds crew to spring into action. We mowed and trimmed the turf the first week of May and planted over a thousand plants (shrubs and perennials) the second week. During week three, we groomed the turf, planted six new trees and started tilling the flower beds. On May 21, we received the first delivery of the annual flowers and planted them during the fourth week. The last week of May started with a holiday, Memorial Day. We

only had four days to cut the grass and prepare for the second flower delivery scheduled for June 4.

We are placing mulch where needed in the nine acres of planting beds, fine-tuning our irrigation systems, trimming trees, prepping and edging the flower beds, treating the ash trees for emerald ash bores, stump grinding, seeding bare spots in the turf and spraying weeds and drip pans around the trees.

All these efforts will take off if we get a little help from Mother Nature in the form of rain (NOT HAIL) in the next few weeks.

I hope you saw the spring bulbs in bloom this year. The crocus, daffodils, grape hyacinth and tulips let us know we made it through another Colorado winter and set the mood for what’s to come!

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 on Monday, June 5, Friday, June 9, and Friday, June 23. We will not be there on Monday, June 19, a federal holiday.

DEAR COP SHOP

Dear Cop Shop:

I left my old jacket in my car, and someone took it. Why? Why? Why?

Frustrated

Dear Frustrated:

Why indeed? Unfortunately, the days of being able to leave things in our vehicles are long gone. The rule of thumb now is to put everything out of sight. As Denver Police Lt. Harris said during his recent visit to Windsor Gardens, if you want to make your vehicle as safe as possible, it should look like a rental car when you pick it up from a rental agency…pristine clear. Even the smallest things can be an invitation to someone to steal. Sunglasses, spare change, an old

jacket, bags; all indicate that there might be something more to take. Put everything in your trunk or take it in with you. If you are heading out for a day trip, work, etc., put things in your car trunk before you leave home. Thieves watch people in parking lots and scope out possible targets. If they see you loading stuff out of your car and into your trunk, your vehicle is on their radar.

You can be angry that we have to go to these lengths now to protect even the most innocuous of items, but it’s less stressful to be proactive against possible theft than repairing damage to your car or replacing stolen items. Don’t make the life of a thief easy.

The Cop Shop

If needed, the non-emergency police number is 720-913-2000 option 2, District 3 Police Department is 720-913-1300. Leetsdale Cop Shop is also available at 303-329-0500 (call or text) or e-mail us at leetsdalecopshop@hotmail.com.

The Cop Shop at WG

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.

RTD SeniorRide Update and Future Charter Bus Trips

RTD recently reported to association staff that there are no plans to resume their SeniorRide program anytime soon. It is challenging for them to resume additional services when they need more drivers to complete all existing bus routes. While we respect this challenge, SeniorRide was the association’s main opportunity for providing affordable and reliable bus trips to theater productions, entertainment and other off-campus experiences. SeniorRide was a cherished activity for Windsor Gardens residents and other older adults in the Denver area. We hope that with continued support, encouragement and requests to RTD, these services will remain a priority to resume. If you benefited from the RTD SeniorRide program and wish for its return, we encourage you to compose an email or make a call to SeniorRide Coordinator Carolina Lara at 303-299-6567 or carolina. lara@rtd-denver.com. She can best communicate to their board about your interests and enthusiasm for SeniorRide to return. We will

also be collecting signatures on an interest petition at the Activities Desk. If you would like to include a letter to RTD, please bring a copy to the Activities Desk or cc: Cari Ervin (cervin@wgamail.com) on your email to RTD’s SeniorRide Coordinator.

Though previous communications with RTD led our staff to anticipate a timelier return of SeniorRide, the latest update has encouraged a pivot in plans. The Activities Department is diligently working on supplementary charter bus opportunities to begin this summer. Although this alternative comes at a higher ticket price and more involvement from staff, we are confident it is possible and hopeful many will enjoy these chartered trips.

We appreciate your patience and hope you will help us remind RTD of the great interest present at Windsor Gardens.

Windsor Gardens Flag Corps to be Honored on Flag Day

Residents who post the U.S. and Colorado flags for their buildings on holidays are invited to a reception in their honor on Flag Day, June 14, at 9 a.m. in CenterPoint West. Coffee and pastries will be served. Flag corp members to be honored this year include:

ƒ Bldg 3 Kathy Dewald

ƒ Bldg 4 Kay Lee Thiessen

ƒ Bldg 5 Al Minnich

ƒ Bldg 6 Doug Hein and Mark Boyd

ƒ Bldg 12 Mindy Penman

ƒ Bldg 14 Kathleen Hyland

ƒ Bldg 16 Martin Dowdal and Jude

Obrigewitch

ƒ Bldg 17 Jim Baker and Gerry Maxey

ƒ Bldg 18 Bobbie Belle

ƒ Bldg 20 Larry Nelson, Jay Newman and Melissa Newman

ƒ Bldg 21 Joseph Bernisky and Diana Walstrom

ƒ Bldg 25 Pat Ellis and Dave Anderson

ƒ Bldg 26 Ken Koehn

ƒ Bldg 27 Cathi Allen

ƒ Bldg 28 Bill and Robyn Warren

ƒ Bldg 30 Bill Mahoney

ƒ Bldg 32 Jerry Powers

ƒ Bldg 34 Al Danow

ƒ Bldg 36 Richard Dotson

ƒ Bldg 37 Clarence Chapman

ƒ Bldg 39 Phillip Malone

ƒ Bldg 40 Fred Johnson

ƒ Bldg 41 Ron Baldwin

ƒ Bldg 42 Ormal Willson

ƒ Bldg 43 Theresa Madden

ƒ Bldg 44 Booker Mays

ƒ Bldg 45 Terry James

ƒ Bldg 46 Lin Perkin

ƒ Bldg 47 Pete Newman

ƒ Bldg 48 Dwight Pringle and Ed Sievers

ƒ Bldg 50 Frank Sobus

ƒ Bldg 51 Bill D’Aubin

ƒ Bldg 52 Lynne Steven

ƒ Bldg 53 Andrew Schechterman

ƒ Bldg 54 Adele Strawn

ƒ Bldg 55 Bob Stribling

ƒ Bldg 56 Robert Zelanes and Lorena

Pfautz

ƒ Bldg 57 Norvell Ballard

ƒ Bldg 58 Bob Hamblin

ƒ Bldg 60 Carl Bruckman

ƒ Bldg 61 Ron Andrews

ƒ Bldg 62 Katy and Bert Langeberg

ƒ Bldg 63 Jere DeBacker

ƒ Bldg 64 Gary Wink

ƒ Bldg 65 Shirlee Behringer

ƒ Bldg 66 Elisabeth and Steve Port

ƒ Bldg 68 Mike Smith

ƒ Bldg 78 Phillip Freedman

ƒ Bldg 80 Bill Solomon

ƒ Bldg 82 Joseph Randon

ƒ Bldg 84 Anthony LaBate

ƒ Townhomes Tom Leahy

FLAG FACT from the WG Flag Corp: You can get your U.S. flag, 6 feet by 4 feet or smaller, cleaned at no cost at Dependable Cleaners.

From Community Response

Drive with Confidence: Protect Your Car with DenverTrack

Summer is finally here, and with it comes the excitement of outdoor adventures and road trips. However, as much as we love hitting the open road, the risk of car theft is always lurking in the back of our minds, especially given the uptick we’ve seen in car thefts in Colorado over the past several years. Fortunately, Denver has just launched a new solution to this problem: DenverTrack.

DenverTrack is a program that uses vehicle GPS systems to track stolen vehicles in realtime. To participate in the program, vehicle owners must preauthorize the Denver Police Department (DPD) to access their vehicle manufacturer's GPS service. For older model vehicles that do not have GPS capabilities, owners can use air tags or other limited third-party tracking devices instead.

In the event that a vehicle is stolen, once the owner calls in a report of the theft, DPD can track the vehicle using the GPS. Interested individuals can fill out a registration form online at bit.ly/41pMbxS to authorize the DPD to track their vehicle should it be stolen. It is important to note that vehicles are only tracked if owners who fill out the registration form call in a theft report and verbally authorize the DPD to access the current GPS location.

DenverTrack is a valuable new tool for car owners in our city. Car theft is an unfortunate reality, but DenverTrack can provide peace of mind. Knowing that the DPD can track your vehicle in real-time

can help you recover your car quickly and potentially minimize the damage caused by theft. One of the best things about DenverTrack is that it is free to participate. Car owners simply need to complete the registration form and preauthorize the DPD to access their GPS service. It is a small effort that can make a big difference in the unfortunate event of car theft.

DenverTrack is just one of the ways that our city is working to keep our residents safe. The program is an excellent example of how technology can be used to combat crime and support our community. We encourage all car owners in Denver to consider participating in DenverTrack and take advantage of this valuable resource. So, whether you're planning a weekend road trip or simply running errands around town, don't let the fear of car theft hold you back. With DenverTrack, you can hit the road with confidence, knowing that your vehicle is protected by the latest GPS technology and the dedicated efforts of the Denver Police Department.

As always, 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

Councilwoman Amanda Sawyer

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, June 8, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Tuesday, June 13, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Thursday, June 22, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Tuesday, June 27, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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

ZOOM ORIENTATION

Tuesday, June 6, 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

2 Daryl and Debra Ramquist Aurora, CO

6 A.J. and Sandra Niemi Denver, CO

12 Kathleen Floyd and Ron Parrish Denver, CO

17 Gary & Rebecca Canada Lewiston, CA

28 Alan Hacklander

32 Janece Kessler Dallas, TX

Meet Building Rep Ron Baldwin from Building 41

The residents of building 41, located at 680 S. Alton Way, are a great mix of personalities, providing a varied cross-section of American life. The building rep, Ron Baldwin, moved to Windsor Gardens three years ago. Ron is a retired federal employee who worked for 30 years in a veterans’ hospital, caring for veterans with neuropsychiatric disorders due to wartime experiences. His career started with a temporary position in food service. He worked his way up the ladder to retire as chief of food production and service, serving nearly 600 hospitalized veterans. After retiring and moving to Colorado, Ron worked several jobs to supplement his retirement. He then took a position as assistant manager of a high-rise apartment building in the Capitol Hill neighborhood for 14 years before retiring for the second time, for good this time.

Ron is grateful for the assistance he received from Lee, Marie, Anselma, Mary, David and Steve when he became the building rep. He appreciates his building's community atmosphere and especially enjoys visiting his neighbors in the lobby when picking up mail and the organ music from Dot Alexander (she’s 96) that drifts into the hallway when she plays. And building 41 has social gatherings, with a summer picnic in the gazebo and a holiday gathering in the winter. Ron and his neighbors look forward to decorating the front of their building for the holidays. Each year they try to enhance their decorations with handmade items and change the arrangement to increase interest. Last year they received many positive responses from other WG residents.

Ron Baldwin Bldg 41 Building Rep

Ron noted, “Life is not what you get out of it, but what you put into it.” During the past year, he has become more active in the operations of our HOA, serving on two committees: the long-range planning and innovation committee and the architectural review committee. He is also a member of the WG Flag Corp and enjoys reading and jigsaw puzzles.

If you see Ron walking around the loop, say hello. He appreciates all the friendly “little pooches” he has met as he once had two beloved shih tzus – PJ, for 16 years, and Mitzi, for almost 18 years – and still misses them.

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.

Building number

Name of your building representative

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

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

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 Cari Ervin at 303-364-7485, ext. 1590.

Website Shortcuts on Your Phone

Saving a website shortcut to the home screen of your phone or tablet can help save you time and energy when visiting your most frequented sites. For example, you can save the Windsor Gardens website as a shortcut “app” on your phone for quickly accessing committee meeting information or Zoom access links. Also, you could save the WG Dropbox folder for quickly and easily contributing your photos for the Windsor Life and WG Facebook page.

For Android Users

Open Google Chrome and navigate to the webpage you want quick access to.

Click on the menu button (a line of three dots) in the window's top right corner.

Select “Add to Home Screen.”

A window will pop up, allowing you to edit the name of the shortcut for your home screen.

Click “Add,” and it will now appear as an “app” on your home screen.

For Apple/iPhone Users

Open Safari and navigate to the webpage you want quick access to. At the bottom of the Safari browser, find and tap the share icon (it looks like a box with an up arrow.)

From the list of share options, choose “Add to Home Screen.”

An app-looking icon and name will appear on your screen. You may use these or edit them.

Click “Add” in the upper right-hand corner. Your new "app" will appear on your home screen.

Find It on the WG Website

Did you know that you can submit a work order online at the association's website?

How to Submit a Work Order via the Association’s Website

ƒ Sign in on the Windsor Gardens website at www. windsorgardensdenver.org.

ƒ Click on the button “For Residents.”

ƒ Click on the “Resident Services" tab.

ƒ One of the options on the drop-down menu is “Resident Work Order Request.” Click on it.

ƒ Fill out the description box with the work order.

ƒ Enter your contact information.

ƒ Press the submit button.

Deadline for Protesting Your Property Value for the 2023 Tax Year

Property owners can file valuation appeals until June 8, 2023. Assessors offer online appeal applications, and written filings can be submitted via mail or drop-off.

You may file online by following these steps:

Step 1. Find Your Property.

Visit the Denver Property Taxation and Assessment System to find your property. Go to: www.denvergov.org/property

Step 2. Enter Your Address

Once there, select the "Real Estate" button, type in your address in the search bar, then click "Search."

Step 3. Find your Results

Scroll down the page. Under "Results," click your address (it is a link).

Step 4. Click the "Assessment Protest" Tab

On the page with your address/property information, click the "Assessment Protest" tab in the middle of the page.

Step 5. Follow the Instructions

Follow the instructions that appear to complete the protest process. The protest window is May 1 through June 8, 2023.

If you have questions, call the Protest Line at 720-913-4164.

MAINTENANCE & GROUNDS UPDATES continued from page 7

‚ The large item pickup was successful. Approximately three truck loads of unwanted items were removed from the community.

‚ We responded to several roof leaks and flooding calls related to the rainfall in May. Two pumps are being replaced in underground garage 26. Residents are encouraged to review prior Windsor Life articles regarding use of lanai areas and drainage issues.

‚ Repair of an under-slab hot water line in building 3 has been completed. This did not resolve the water temperature fluctuation in the system. Owners were required to replace old shower and tub valves.

PAINT DEPARTMENT PROJECTS

‚ Hallway redecoration project: Work in building 12 has started.

‚ Outdoor painting projects: Building 9 is almost complete. Building 50 is pending with lift repair.

‚ Other projects: Painting yellow step stripping and railings in exterior stairwells, as needed.

HALLWAY REDECORATING CARPET REPLACEMENT

‚ Buildings 46: Carpet installation is complete.

‚ Building 32: Installation is in progress.

‚ Building 48: Next on schedule.

‚ Building 64: Added to schedule.

GROUNDS PROJECTS

‚ We had approximately 11 inches of rain in May. We started moving operations, but the grass will grow quickly due to moisture.

‚ Shrubs and perennials were planted the second week of May.

‚ The first annual flower delivery arrived on May 21. Second delivery is scheduled for June 4th.

Geese Molting Season: Observe from a Distance

Molting season is starting in Colorado and will affect the Canadian Geese population at Windsor Gardens. “Molting” is the shedding of old feathers to make way for new growth. In Colorado, this process typically begins mid-June and can last into August. An early indication of the molting onset is when the flock starts nesting. With the loss of flight feathers, the geese will remain grounded and on the property during this period.

During molting and nesting season, the community may witness turf damage, increased waste and goslings. While goslings are cute, their parents can be aggressive and protective of their young when approached. Please do not feed, handle, approach or disturb the

nest of this protected class of wildlife.

While there are still methods and strategies for hazing during molting season, association staff will need to alter the typical process for geese mitigation on the golf course and grounds. The association’s golf dog, Dottie, will remain on duty for geese mitigation for the golf course but will be leashed during this time.

We appreciate the community’s patience and respect for the geese during molting season and encourage observing safely from a distance.

Miller Moth Season: Miller Moths are an Important Part of the Ecosystem

It's miller moth season in Colorado. The insects' year-long migration pattern takes them to the Front Range in May and June.

While they can be bothersome when they venture into your home, they are harmless and a vital part of the ecosystem as pollinators. Butterflies pollinate during the day, and moths pollinate at night. Moths are also food for birds, bears and others. Have you noticed birds, mostly swallows, concentrating at intersections? The birds are feeding on miller moths that shelter in automobiles and emerge while vehicles are idling at stoplights.

NOW IS THE TIME TO EXPAND YOUR LIVING SPACE!

2023 Tournament Schedule

Emerald Open (2-person scramble) June 17, 7:30 a.m.

Sunset Open (Glow Ball) (4-person scramble) July 1, 8 p.m.

Ruby Open (2-person scramble) July 15,4:30 p.m.

Sapphire Open (2-person scramble) August 19, 7:30 a.m.

Diamond Open (2-person scramble) September 9, 4:30 p.m.

Halloween Open (4-person scramble) October 31, 9 a.m.

Dukes Men's Golf League

The Dukes Men’s League played their first round of the season on May 4, 2023.

Golf Lessons Available with a Certified Instructor

With summer just around the corner, there is no better time to pick up the game of golf. You can start with a lesson from our certified instructor, Mike Hantske. Lessons, clinics and classes for golfers of all skill levels, covering all areas of your golf game will be readily available throughout the season. Please contact the golf shop for more information or to sign up for a lesson today!

Windsorettes 2023 Memorial Day Tournament

Kent Curtis, Keith Daley, Dean Deverick and Tom Kelly.

Tom Alberts

Photos from Bobbie Mays

Photos from Theresa Moran

PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS

Artist: Donna Bowman

"Spirit Tree" - Clay Pottery

People's Choice

Award in Photography, Sculpture, Carving, Clay, Glass

Artist: Elizabeth Peck

"Movement" - Watercolor

People's Choice Award in Painting - Any Medium

Photo Album

2023 WG Art Club Art Show

OUTSTANDING SERVICE AWARD

Artist: diane lather belfour

Barbara Wakeman Memorial Award for Outstanding Service to the WG Art Club

The WG Chorus

The WG Chorus had a great time singing this year and they encourage potential members to join them when they begin meeting again in August. Look for meeting details in the clubs and groups section of the August Windsor Life.

Chorus members with Director Lori Hermanson (back row, first on the left)

Wang

Photos from Linda Rinelli.

Stuart Emery awarding diane lather belfour with the Barbara Wakeman Memorial Award

Colette Badger

Donna Bowman and Elizabeth Peck, People's Choice Award winners

Kay Yost

Nanda Guerreiro

Joan Heinen

Pianist Allison

Photos from Donna Fisher.

Windsor Writers Out Loud

Emergency Preparedness Presentation at Building 38

Residents of Building 38 enjoyed a presentation by Judy McQueen and Donna Fisher on emergency preparedness in May. The talk included practical information that ranged from water packets to solar-powered panels capable of recharging your cell phone. Residents were encouraged to think about steps to take in case of emergency situations other than fire. They learned the importance of making a personal plan, building a survival kit and staying informed through local TV, radio or NOAA weather radio. For people with pets, instructions are similar. Attending the presentation helped Building 38 residents to be aware of simple steps to take that just may save your life or the life of a neighbor.

Steering Wheel Club Giveaway

On May 12 and 26, the Denver Police Department and CATPA teamed up to provide WG residents with “The Club," a steering wheel lock device that can be a visual and physical deterrent to thieves.

WG resident Rosemary Harris at the May 12, 2023, giveaway.

Is my ball in the water or the sand?

Photo from Bobbie Mays.

Photo Album

The Windsor Gardens Writers Group conducted their popular public reading event, "Windsor Writers Out Loud," on Friday, April 26, after a three-year pandemic hiatus. From left to right, the authors presenting their diverse pieces of prose and poetry are Gayle Slover, Sharalyn Warren, Molly Short, Pete Clark, Sandra Windsor, Hap Hansen, Dennis Knight, Michael Kane, Steven Clark, Tony Pfeiffer, Marilynn Reeves, Morri Namasté, Sharon Coburn and Sharon Buchan.

Photo from Marilyn Kaub.

Photo from Donna Fisher.

Album "Murder at the Burger Joint"

On May 14, 2023, the WG Drama Class presented a dinner theatre experience, "Murder at the Burger Joint."

Fifties music, drag racing and cheeseburgers may have come from a simpler time, but nothing is simple about murder!

Photo

Photos from Bonnie Martin.

Photo Album

Monthly Dance

Jim Milavec entertained as DJ “The Cat in a Hat” for the monthly dance on Saturday, May 20. The evening began with a line dance lesson from Maureen, Julie and Anna. Line dances included the Tush Push, Blurred Lines, Electric Slide, Cowboy Cha Cha, Cupid Shuffle, Samba line dance, and a Hustle line dance to "Night Fever” by the Bee Gees.

Notable songs played during the evening included “Mony Mony” by Tommy James and the Shondells, “Evil Ways” by Santana, “Devil

with a Blue Dress” by Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels, and “If I Can Dream” by Elvis Presley.

The next monthly dance is Saturday, June 17. Bryce and Cindy will be bringing their “Live Jukebox Style” back to Windsor Gardens. The dance begins at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium. Single men are encouraged to attend and discover whether there are women willing to put them to work on the dance floor.

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 following address into your internet browser and then hit enter: bit.ly/3HEbdT7

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.

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!

Photos from John Bristol.

Two of the original Denver Nuggets' Silver Hotties, Cherie and Julie

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Mon-Sat 9am-8pm

Sunday 9am-3pm

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Å El Gran Jardin offers catering and banquets! Book an appointment today to review the banquet menu and special event options.

Å TO-GO meals are available for pick-up. Just call ahead and we will have it ready for you, or have your meal delivered from GrubHub.

W G C L A S S E S

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.

COMMUNITY CENTER TOURS

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, 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!

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.

LEARN WHERE CLASSES ARE IN A COMMUNITY CENTER TOUR

Next tour is Saturday, June 10, at 10 a.m. See details below.

FITNESS CENTER INSTRUCTION

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, June 2, 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.; Tuesday, June 20, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Thursday, June 29, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

WINDSOR GARDENS LIBRARY

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.

DPL BOOKMOBILE AT WG

The Denver Public Library bookmobile will be at WG on Friday, June 2, Friday, June 16, and Friday, June 30, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT.

INDOOR POOL

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

The outdoor swimming pool is scheduled to open on Friday, May 26, Memorial Day weekend.

OUTDOOR POOL OPERATING HOURS

ƒ The pool is open daily from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.

ƒ The pool area is closed daily from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. for cleaning and mowing.

ƒ There is no lifeguard on guard duty except from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on certain days when we offer children's swim. Swim at your own risk during the times without a lifeguard.

GUEST PRIVILEGES FOR THE OUTDOOR POOL

ƒ Guests are defined as those not possessing a WG identification card but who are invited and accompanied at all times by a resident.

ƒ Guests are required to pay a fee of $1 per visit.

ƒ Guests must always be accompanied by the sponsoring resident who is responsible for the actions of their guests at all times.

ƒ Guests will be limited to four per resident at one time.

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

ƒ Guests under 17 years, accompanied by a resident, may use the pool 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.

ƒ Guests 17 years of age and older, accompanied by a resident, may use the pool during regular hours.

ƒ 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.

LIFEGUARDS & CHILDREN'S SWIM

ƒ Guests under 17 years, accompanied by a resident, may use the pool and surrounding area only when a lifeguard is on duty.

ƒ This season’s child swim times are: Daily from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

ƒ All guests are $1 per person and must be accompanied by a WG resident.

Events are listed in chronological order.

¡ WG FARMERS MARKET with FRUIT SHACK: Fruit Shack is returning to WG beginning on Friday, June 23, and will be here every Friday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. and every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or until they sell out. Located in the AUDITORIUM PARKING LOT. Fruit Shack features various fruits, vegetables, breads and jams for sale. Cash and credit cards accepted; sorry no checks.

¡ 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.

¡ COUNCILWOMAN AMANDA

SAWYER @ WG: Thursday, June 8, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the CARD ROOM. Councilwoman Amanda Sawyer is holding community office hours to meet with folks, discuss issues and hear their thoughts. The first hour is reserved for by-appointment conversations with the councilwoman. The last hour is open to anyone. If you would like to make an appointment, please contact DenverCouncil5@denvergov.org or 720-3375555.

¡ COMMUNITY CENTER TOURS

FOR RESIDENTS: 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 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.

¡ 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.

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.

¡ MYTHS OF THE NILE presented by KATHLEEN ARNOLD: Wednesday, June 14, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. In ancient times the Nile flooded every June, bringing life to the land and the people of Egypt. It is said the Nile was a gift to Egyptians from the gods and Egypt was a gift from the Nile. The ancient Egyptians engineered first a civilization and then a great empire by capturing the power of the mighty. FREE. Please sign up at the Activities Desk. This presentation is sponsored by Cherry Creek Retirement Village.

¡ ACTIVE MINDS – THE EMOTIONS OF MUSIC: Thursday, June 15, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Music seems almost inescapable in our lives, serenading us wherever we go, bringing joy and relaxation to our lives, and inspiring us to dance and sing. Rarely do we pay attention to how music accomplishes all these wonderful things. What is in those melodies, harmonies and rhythms that affects us in so many ways? In this revealing Active Minds hour, we'll uncover a few of the hidden elements that bring us closer to a deeper understanding of the music we cherish.

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.

¡ 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 okay 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.

¡ TRIVIA FUN DAY: Friday, June 16, 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.

¡ BALLY’S CASINO TRIP via PREMIER CHARTERS, NEW CHARTER BUS COMPANY: Tuesday, June 20. 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, June 16.

¡ DONUTS WITH DONNA: Thursday, June 22, 10 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. Join WG Building Rep. Committee Co-chair Donna Sanford for a community meeting. Bring your coffee cup and questions, and we will provide the coffee and donuts.

Please sign up at the Activities Desk.

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¡ FREE JAZZ CONCERT: Wednesday, June 21, at 6 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Styles B. Jazz Quartet celebrates Make Music Day 2023 on the Summer Solstice with a free concert! The program will feature Jazz, Pop & Latin standards & selections from Broadway, the Movies and Television. All are welcome to join us for this Fete De La Musique with the Styles B. crew (including Windsor Gardens resident Doug Roche on keyboard!) as we learn how to sing the blues & explore the history of the uniquely American art form that is jazz!

¡ 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.

¡ NATURAL GROCERS’ WELLNESS CLASS – “FEED YOUR BRAIN”: Friday, June 23, at 10 a.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. Is your brain starved for better nutrition? Do you find it hard to concentrate or focus? Do you feel irritable or moody for no discernible reason? Are you absentminded or suffer from periodic brain fog? Then this class is for you. Learn the secrets of a better brain at any age. FREE. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.

¡ KID’S SUMMER MOVIE SERIES: Friday, June 23, Friday, July 21 and Friday, August 18, 1:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Grab the kiddos for an afternoon at the movies. We have one great family-friendly movie scheduled for each month of the summer vacation! Here’s the lineup: “PUSS IN BOOTS, THE LAST WISH” showing JUNE 23, “LYLE, LYLE, CROCODILE” showing JULY 21, and “MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU”, showing AUGUST 18. All movies are rated PG.

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COST: Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. Ticket includes: a great movie, popcorn, candy, and choice of water or soda.

¡ RTD TRIP PLANNING WORKSHOP & BUS ORIENTATION: Monday, June 26, at 10 a.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. Learn how to plan a trip on the RTD bus and light rail routes with the assistance of MTM Transit Travel Trainers. They'll show you the resources for planning a trip online or on paper, deciding which route is best, and equip you with the tools you need to travel RTD whenever you’d like! Feel free to bring your smartphone, laptop or tablet if you’d like to follow along, but it is not required. Stick around for a RTD bus orientation at 11 a.m. to board and explore a bus, learn about paying your fare and accessibility options so we can all be comfortable and confident boarding a RTD bus! This is a FREE presentation. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.

¡ 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. The bus will return to WG at 3 p.m. No refunds after Friday, June 23.

¡ ANNUAL SUMMER POOL PARTY: Wednesday, June 28, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Join us as we celebrate the summer season at the pool! We will have a live DJ, snacks, drinks, games and some fun floaties to use in the pool as we soak up some rays and celebrate another beautiful summer at Windsor Gardens! FREE. RSVP at the Activities Desk. This event is for residents only.

¡ BREATH & MOVE CLASS, QIGONG taught by WG TAI CHI INSTRUCTOR PHRED HALL: Thursdays, June 29 through July 20, from 11 a.m. to 12

¡ 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

p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Join Phred for a 4-week instructional class where you will learn gentle easy exercises that you can do almost anywhere, sitting or standing. No sign up is necessary, just come to the auditorium! Reconnect your body, mind and spirit!

¡ BINGO with the BOOKMOBILE: Friday, June 30, 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!

¡ AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS: Monday, July 10, 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 completion of 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.

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.

PLASTIC FILM RECYCLING: Our plastic film recycling initiative in April collected 150 pounds of plastic film! Thank you to those who participated. Keep an eye out for future plastic film collection opportunities. Remember, no plastic film in the recycling dumpsters.

ALL TIME CLOCK REPAIR

6405 E. Colfax (Just west of Monaco)

303-333-8778

Ä Clock Repair is the only thing we do (No Sales).

Ä Same location since 1974.

Ä Dependable service on most types of clocks.

Ä Specializing in Antique Clocks.

Ä Free Estimates in Shop - Fair Prices.

Ä Service center for Seth Thomas, Howard Miller and Sligh.

Ä We make house calls.

Hours: Tuesday thru Friday: 10 to 5

Saturday: 10 to 2

Closed Sunday & Monday

¡ SATURDAY NIGHT MONTHLY DANCE: Saturday, June 17, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Join us this month with live entertainment provided by BRYCE & CINDY. 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.

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

ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT

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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.

Saturday, June 10, 2 p.m.

The story follows teenagers Paul Bäumer and his friends Albert and Müller, who voluntarily enlist in the German army, riding a wave of patriotic fervor. Preconceptions about the enemy and the rights and wrongs of the conflict soon crumble. Amid the countdown to armistice, Paul must carry on fighting until the end, with no purpose other than to satisfy the top brass' desire to end the war on a German offensive. Rating: R. Runtime: 2h 28m.

Saturday, June 24, 2 p.m.

After dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed has been thriving. Then childhood friend and former boxing prodigy Damian resurfaces after serving a long sentence in prison, he is eager to prove that he deserves his shot in the ring. The face off between former friends is more than just a fight. To settle the score, Adonis must put his future on the line to battle Damian--a fighter who has nothing to lose. Rating: PG13. Runtime: 1h 57m.

Grab the grandkids for an afternoon at the movies!

WG AUDITORIUM

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

PUSS IN BOOTS: THE LAST WISH

Friday, June 23, 1:30 p.m.

Rated: PG. Runtime: 1hr 42m

¡ BALLY’S CASINO VIA PREMIER CHARTERS: Our next trip is Tuesday, June 20. 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

¡ FIRST FRIDAY FOR OLDER ADULTS at the DPL HAMPDEN BRANCH: On Friday, June 2, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., we’ll be doing a bracelet workshop. This event is ideal for adults age 50+ seeking to rejuvenate creativity. There is no registration for this program, but space is limited.

¡ MEAL KIT SERVICES with SENIOR PLANET: Friday, June 9, at 9:45 a.m. at the Senior Planet Center (7585 E. Academy Boulevard, Denver, CO 80230). “So, what’s for dinner?” Some people use subscription-based

LYLE LYLE CROCODILE

Friday, July 21, 1:30 p.m.

Rated: PG. Runtime: 1hr 46m

MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU

Friday, Aug. 18, 1:30 p.m.

Rated: PG. Runtime: 1hr 27m

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, June 16.

meal kit services to answer that question for them. It’s as simple as using a website or app to select meals on a weekly basis that get delivered fresh to your door! In this presentation, we’ll introduce you to some of the most popular meal kit services and their features. We’ll discuss the pros and cons so that you can decide if they’re for you. 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:

June 13, 1:30 p.m., in-person: Sage Singers, the first LBGTQIA+ chorus for older adults in the nation, will perform. Virginia Village Library.

June 20, 1:30 p.m., in-person: Name That Tune TV Theme Song Trivia at Virginia Village Library

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June 27, 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.

¡ 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). 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/

¡ ARTS AND CRAFTS at the JCC: Mizel Reception Room, June 14, June 28, and July 12 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This class is for everyone who is interested in trying various art techniques at the beginner level. This program is free. Registration is required. For more information, please reach out to Blair

Becker via email at bbecker@jccdenver.org or by phone at 303-316-6320.

¡ TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT at the JCC: Thursday, June 15, 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Perlmutter Room. 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. FREE.

¡ AFFORDABLE CONNECTIVITY PROGRAM (ACP) CLASS with SENIOR PLANET: Thursday, June 15, at 1:15 p.m. at the Senior Planet Center (7585 E. Academy Boulevard, Denver, CO 80230). In this handson workshop, you’ll verify your eligibility for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and apply for the program online! ACP is a government program that helps qualifying lowincome households pay for internet service and connected devices. In some cases, depending on your internet plan, the ACP discount may help you get home internet for free! This program replaces the Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) program and expands the eligibility

requirements. Once your application is accepted, contact an internet service provider about getting home internet. This is a FREE class.

¡ FOOD DELIVERY APPS CLASS with SENIOR PLANET: Friday, June 16, at 9:45 a.m. at the Senior Planet Center (7585 E. Academy Boulevard, Denver, CO 80230). Ordering food from home is now easier than ever thanks to the internet. This lecture provides an overview of the most popular food delivery apps. You’ll learn about the pros and cons, how to search for new restaurants, and how to leave a tip and rating.

¡ JUNETEENTH GAME DAY with the DENVER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Celebrate the freedom to play! Friday, June 16, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. we’ll have dominoes, cards, and checkers available for intergenerational play with adults and children. No registration required. Join us at the Hampden Branch Community Room to participate.

¡ A LOVING COMMEMORATION TO THOSE LOST TO ALZHEIMER’S/ DEMENTIA at VIRGINIA VILLAGE LIBRARY: Saturday, June 17, from 3 p.m. to

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5 p.m. in the Mead Community Room. Join us for a special program honoring those we’ve lost to Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. All are welcome to gather for a time of education, discussion, sharing and memory-making with grief counselors from HeartLight Center. There will also be an opportunity to create a memorial stone by rock painting. Refreshments will be provided.

¡ WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN SELDOM MAKE HISTORY TOUR at FAIRMOUNT CEMETERY: Saturday, June 17, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Actors will portray several famous women who once called Denver home and now rest at Fairmount Cemetery. Meet some of the famous women that made Denver DENVER! You will be told the stories by our seasoned tour guide. The tour starts at the Ivy Chapel. Find tickets and more information at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fairmount-wellbehaved-women-seldom-make-history-drama-tourtickets-609007627207?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.

¡ ROMANCING THE STONE TOUR at FAIRMOUNT CEMETERY: June 24 at 6:30

p.m. This tour is for the many famous and not so famous lovers who reside in Fairmount Cemetery. Meet Mayor Robert Speer and his wife Kate, the founder of UPS, and a WW2 pilot and his wife. The tour starts at the Ivy Chapel and is led by WG residents Yvette and Rick Claeys. Find tickets and more information: https://www. eventbrite.com/e/romancing-the-stone-tickets594789791277?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.

¡ MONTHLY BINGO at the JCC: June 29 and July 20 from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. FREE; $2 donation recommended. JCC Denver hosts monthly bingo in partnership with One Medical Seniors. This is an opportunity to play for prizes and join in the fun! This is a free event, though registration is required. For more information, please reach out to Blair Becker via email at bbecker@jccdenver.org or by phone at 303–316–6320.

¡ DENVER EXPLORERS WITH THE JCC: Are you new to the Denver area? Are you looking to be active and explore Denver with new people? This program is for the “empty nester” and the active retiree who loves meeting new people and has an interest in seeing what

C A R D S & G A M E G R O U P S

Denver has to offer. Singles, couples, friends...all are welcome. This group will meet once a month, engaging in a variety of activities. If you are interested in seeing the schedule and exploring Denver with us, please contact Blair Becker via email at bbecker@jccdenver.org or by phone at 303-316-6320.

¡ 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.

¡ 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.

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¡ RUMMIKUB: 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: Mondays 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.

¡ 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 303856-7742 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

Explore the world of ceramics with a fun group of WG residents. We take field trips to purchase bisque, paints and glazes. Come on in and see what we are up to! Make something new for your condo!

¡ CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL COLORADO ASSOCIATION OF VOLUNTEERS, WG CHAPTER, will meet on Monday, June 19, at 9:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. Everyone is welcome to join us and hear from CHC speakers about the many areas we can support.

Thank you to the wonderful WG community and our hardworking volunteers for coming out to support our Children’s Hospital Spring Bake Sale!

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If you would like to donate new boxes of crayons, markers, coloring, activity, and puzzle books for the hospital patients, or if you’d like to purchase one of our $5 cookbooks, contact group president Linda Kumar at 303-253-4201.

¡ DEMOCRATIC CLUB will next meet on Wednesday, June 14, at 6:30 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. All are welcome to join us for dinner before the meeting at El Gran Jardin Restaurant at 5 p.m.

New members may contact Sallyanne Ofner at 720-472-2430 or wgdemclub@gmail.com to begin participating with our highly active group.

¡ DRUM CIRCLE meets every Sunday from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. Come check us out. Bring your own drum and join the fun! Visitors are always welcome. For more information, contact Diane at 720-6539354.

¡ ENCORE DANCE is a Windsor Gardens dance group. We have great fun dancing to show tunes, jazz, western, rock 'n roll, and big band sounds. Encore is currently on our summer break, but we will return this fall! For more information, contact Hillary Hutson at spicy47@ comcast.net or 303-919-4512.

¡ FLAG CORPS AT WG: Are you passionate about our nation’s flag? Do you post the flag for your building? This group is for those with a common interest to meet and share their knowledge of the flags of the U.S. 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.

¡ FUN FRIDAYS GOLF GROUP: There is a group of Windsor Gardens residents and friends of all skill levels (especially beginners and intermediates) who play golf just for fun. No competition. Keeping score is a choice. No dues. Just a desire to enjoy the game and make new friends. It's not too late to join, so if this sounds interesting, ask about the Fun Fridays Golf Group (FFGG) in the golf shop or call Barbara at 224-622-5984.

¡ KNITTING & CROCHET: The knitting and crochet class will meet as a club while a replacement instructor is found. Feel free to join us on Mondays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the SEWING ROOM.

¡ LAPIDARY CLUB meets Friday mornings from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Rocks,

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gems, jewelry, bookends, cut/polish, and tumble. The lapidary shop is located south of the outdoor pool, near the horseshoe pit. Drop by and meet others. Questions? Call Larry at 720-256-3359.

¡ MARINE CORPS LEAGUE

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AUXILIARY will hold their next meeting on Tuesday, June 13, at 19:00 in CENTERPOINT. Please join this brotherhood of fellow Marines. Call Commandant Don Howell at 720-216-0993 or Barry Georgopulos at 303-360-6302 for more information. Once a Marine – Always a Marine. THE LADIES AUXILIARY supports the Marine Corps, Marine families, Wounded Warriors, youth programs, scholarships, and a variety of Marine and veteran-related programs and activities. We are sure there are many eligible ladies (any Marine relation) in Windsor Gardens and would like to welcome you to join us as members of the extended Marine family. We meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Our next meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 13, at 7 p.m. Semper Fidelis.

¡ OPTIMIST CLUB: Tuesday, June 20, at 11:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. Come join us to find out how the Optimists serve and support children in our local community. If you'd like to join us for lunch, please contact Carol at 303363-4113 or simply come to the meeting.

¡ PAPER CRAFTING CLUB meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the ART ROOM. This group strives to give people a social outlet and a pleasant atmosphere as they work on scrapbooking, greeting cards, origami, and other paper crafts. For more information, email Carolyn at motalcarolyn@gmail.com.

¡ PING PONG is available in the COLORADO ROOM on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. All levels are welcome: beginners to advanced. Keep an eye out for future workshops! Bring your own paddle if you have one, or some are available.

¡ PRIDE WINDSOR GARDENS: We are a LGBTQ+ group and our allies. If you would like to be added to our email list or more information, contact Dawn at Drsvamp2@aol. com or call/text 720-937-1007

¡ QUILTS OF VALOR: WG chapter meets on the first Saturday of each month in the SEWING ROOM from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We work on sewing quilts that will be given to veterans. All sewers are welcome.

If you would like to get more information about the organization or nominate a veteran to receive a quilt, go to the website QOVF.org.

¡ REPUBLICAN CLUB: Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. in 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.

¡ SMOKE-FREE WG CLUB: Every Monday at 1 p.m. in the ART ROOM. Interested in living in a smoke-free community? Join a new club forming to unite neighbors and professionals educating neighbors and friends about the impact of smoke on people, pets, structures and wallets.

¡ 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!

¡ SUMMER DANCE CLUB: Tuesdays from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the COLORADO ROOM beginning June 6. Join us for fun party dances and dance routines played to a variety of music from today and yesterday. Questions? Call Rebecca Ryberg at 703-307-3462 or email wgsdc@yahoo.com.

¡ 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 303-5505985 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

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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:

The Windsorettes spring luncheon was held on April 26, 2023, in the El Gran Jardin dining room. Joey Schlueter, Emerald Greens Golf Manager, spoke briefly, noting that players' winnings could be used for pro shop merchandise or golf fees. Joey also explained new USGA rules. The buffet lunch was provided by El Gran Jardin, after which a raffle for door prizes was held. Thank you to Kristin Brotherton for organizing the luncheon, Linda Kumar for the lovely table centerpieces and all the individuals who donated raffle items. If you would like to obtain more information regarding the Windsorettes, please contact Charlotte at 303-341-4628 or Kristin at 303-8190130.

¡ 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.

¡ 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, June 26, at 10:30 a.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Date changed due to Juneteenth. The topic will be “Achieving and Maintaining Independence with Low Vision.” Please join Alexia Diaz from Beyond Vision for this interactive, educational peer group. The

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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.

¡ 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: New Senior Pastor Bob and his wife, Daniel Weniger, look forward to meeting Windsor Gardens neighbors and friends. Service continues at CenterPoint from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. each Sunday. We invite you to share this special time with us.

Pastor Bob Weniger and his wife, Daniela, have joined the Windsor Gardens Church community.

Paster Weniger's ministry totals 36 years, equally divided between four churches in the United States and four international Englishspeaking churches overseas. He offers a wealth of experience and education. He has led many Bible studies and provided mentoring relationships as well as regular pastoral ministry duties, including counseling, visitations, weddings and funerals.

Pastor Bob and Daniela are eager to meet everyone in the community.

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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.

¡ 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. Vendor also places magnets on necklaces to

¡ FREE ON-SITE EYE EXAMS by Mile High Senior Eyecare: Tuesday, July 18, and Wednesday, July 19, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the DENVER ROOM. We check for Glaucoma, Cataracts, Diabetic Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration and all other diseases of the eye. Glasses selection will be provided at an extra cost. This FREE event is sponsored by Innovative Mortgage Bankers, Transamerica Financial Advisors and Goosehead Insurance, specializing in the needs of the senior community.

¡ 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.

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! Next visit will be Monday, July 10, 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 is cancelled for June but will return on Friday, July 7, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in CENTERPOINT LOBBY to provide batteries replacement and minor repairs.

¡ XFINITY – EDUCATIONAL TABLE: Wednesday, June 7, 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.

¡ 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.

BOOK SIGNING: Monday, June 5, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in CENTERPOINT LOBBY. Eme McAnam, author of “Freefalling, a Novel of Senior Romance,” will be autographing copies of her book. Her novels feature characters with years of experience and emotional depth. Romance, love and reality blend with life’s messy parts transforming into beautiful stories

of lives fully lived and enjoyed through the senior years.

¡ ELDER LAW AND ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR with CHERYL TOMAN-DELATORRE, ESQ. OF THE TOMAN LAW FIRM LLC: Tuesday, July 11, at 1 p.m. in CENTERPOINT EAST. This seminar will include a discussion of estate

planning, including wills, trusts, living wills and powers of attorney. We will also discuss the probate process and ways to avoid probate. Cheryl Toman-DeLaTorre, Esquire, has been practicing law for 38 years. FREE. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.

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A Bad Habit by Cindy Peters

I had a bad habit for years of putting so much of myself into my career. My family was still my priority; however, my total identity was wrapped up in my job. My husband had been retired and pacing the floors waiting for me to retire so we could travel more. So, I set a date late into May 2017. I shed many tears and greatly grieved as each day I closely approached D-Day. I had worked 35 combined years as a state worker in South Dakota and Colorado. The last 15 years of my career in Colorado I worked on many federal programs. In my later years I even helped create a brand-new federal program in Colorado. In the past there were co-workers that I spent 20+ years with who retired and it changed the dynamics of the friendships. Therefore, I knew once I left, many of my friendships with co-workers would change and would never be the same. I pondered who I would be once I retired and if I would just be another old lady?

Then, Eureka! I discovered Windsor Gardens. My mom lived in this community from 2005-2012. Through the Windsor Life newspaper, I marveled at all the activities and classes that were provided. Then one rainy Saturday in April 2018 my husband and I met with a realtor and explored various condos in Windsor Gardens which were for sale. We had no intention of moving quickly, however we found the perfect home for us. It was only partially remodeled, so we bought the property and hired a contractor, and he went to work. Finally in August 2018 the work was completed in our condo and our home sold within one day. It was a difficult move as it was a hot Saturday in August, and our children moved the same day. In

retrospect I would never recommend that plan for anyone!

Once we had settled into our new home, I attended an expo which displayed the activities and classes which we could join. It took my husband a few years to join, but I signed up for many activities and classes right away. It was amazing how welcoming and friendly the teachers and fellow classmates were. I never considered myself a writer, however I learned so much from others in the WG Writers Group and I discovered a love for writing. Who knew? Acting has always been my passion, and since the beginning I felt very blessed to receive good parts from a wonderful drama director and have an opportunity to perform in plays two times a year.

Since living at Windsor Gardens, I have been very fortunate to learn a lot about vocal training from two experienced choir directors. The Windsor Gardens Church hosted several in-depth Bible studies. A golf pro taught me well and held my hand as I injured my back and through much despair helped me sell my golf clubs. The list goes on and on with all the wonderful activities and lifelong friends we have made.

Am I just another old lady? Well, yes, but not just any old lady but one old lady who is made to feel very special at Windsor Gardens. I am proud to call Windsor Gardens my home. Windsor Gardens is a precious gem hidden within the city limits of Denver. Whoever finds it I am certain will be most pleased.

Papa Sweet Ant lived at Windsor Gardens, Colorado. His family had resided there for decades. Now Mama Ant wanted to move but Papa had built a mansion in the lower walls of building 61 on Center Avenue. He really liked it there. Every day he traveled through ancient tunnels built by his ancestors. But Mama wondered if they shouldn’t try for an even dryer and warmer climate like their relatives in Arizona. Ah, Papa was getting tired of the long winters in the wall and the weekly snow they had to contend with. But how was he supposed to move Mama and not leave all the family treasures behind? And how was he to transport everyone over miles and miles of hot pavement and desert sands to get to Arizona?

The evening after Mama had asked him for the one hundredth time if they could please move to Arizona, he crawled over the wiring in the wall to get his Windsor Life and look for traveling or moving services to see what it would take to move. He wondered if there would be a Windsor Gardens in Arizona they could go to because he loved watching the geese and the early evening golfers and sucking sweet nectar from the garden flowers.

The only thing he found in the Windsor Life was hauling services. He talked to Jenny who seemed to be the owner and asked what it would cost to go from here to Arizona and could she accommodate a Sweet Ant family.

Jenny said, “I would be more than happy to remove, um, I mean move your lovely family to Arizona. How many square inches do you need?” Papa Sweet Ant hadn’t thought about that, and he said he would get back to her but wondered how much a square inch would cost? He also told her they only work at night and would it be possible to load everything overnight. Jenny told him that would work out.

Papa ant went back into the bedroom and talked with Mama. They discussed what it would take to get to Arizona. Mama, seeing how stressed Papa was and knowing he really liked Windsor Gardens, began to have second thoughts, maybe even third thoughts. She knew they really had it good here. It was only a quarter night’s trek to El Jardin for some sticky and sweet food leftovers on the floor of the kitchen. She knew where she could

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get a cool drink too. Thankfully they always roamed at night when people wouldn’t step on them.

Papa and Mama measured their goods and figured they would need 10 square inches to move. That would cost them forty dollars! That was a fortune! How could they ever move? She thought of her

bread crumb hutch and her honey drops collecting in the tunnel under building 61. “Papa,” she sighed, “our habitat and habits here are as long as our tunnels and our ancestry. I think we should stay.”

Theme: SUMMER

School’s Out - An Education in Just Doing Nothing by Dennis Payton Knight

The bell announcing summer vacation rang out over Saint Laurence School and all of us little saints thus liberated. I put the three Rs behind me, especially ’rithmetic, ran home free, and took the next three months off. I’m sure the Sisters tried to burden us with summer reading and the requisite challenge to record our vacation achievements for a what-I-did-last-summer summarizing in September, but I always took that as meaning I had nothing to do. There is nothing like untethered freedom that lets you tether string, hook, bobber and worm on the end of a willow stick, fritter away untethered time by a sunny stream, and return home, a little wet perhaps, untethered by anything caught, but smarter in the trying, and planning to return tomorrow.

In those days kids weren’t bothered by a lot of expensive things that had been sold to our parents as educational or something that would help us develop as athletes, entertainers or world leaders, but we had a lot of free things to work with that did the trick anyway. Pieces of lumber, leaky innertubes, cans, string, rags, rocks, sticks, and discarded craft wrapping paper sturdy enough to stretch into kites.

Comic books, much-used, falling apart and sewn back together at the Army Surplus Store, were inspirations to our imaginations. We bought them with coins gotten from found pop bottles, devoured, then traded them as currency. It was a neighborhood economy that educated us nearly as well as library books that were more to Mom’s approval.

It wasn’t that we didn’t do things in those do-nothing days, it’s just that we did things freely without consideration of reward, which we didn’t get, or consequence, which we often got. Consequences always trump rewards as educational tools anyway, and I’m sure they were created for that purpose.

I remember when the town fathers took a rocky, pessimistic plot of dirt at the other end of our short street, dedicated it as Optimist Park, and put a teeter-totter on it, which I once mischievously exited backward from with a bigger kid pivoted high at the opposite end. The jolt I intended for Donny came instead to me as the long beam, driven downward under his heft, seesawed up, gashed my chin, and flipped me on my smart, deserving, optimistic ass.

It was a consequence that taught me a lesson in gravity and leverage. Mom didn’t even bother to rub it in with lectures as she stitched my chin, tossed my bloody tee-shirt in that basket of other consequences called the washing, and sent me back outside for further education. I believe I still wear the scar on one of my chins, but I’ve never regretted the lesson of getting it.

I hope, dear readers, this little excursion among my recollections of getting educated by doing nothing has inspired you, as it has me, into going back someday and getting a whole lot more of the same.

Summer Fun by Pete Clark

Summer in Hartville was climbing the slag dump across the ore train tracks near our home and playing or fighting with the Benson girls. Hiking over the hills surrounding Hartville with a family friend was a treat. Those hikes were golden opportunities to explore new country and wind up with cactus spines sticking out of our anatomy. After moving to Central Wyoming in the spring of 1949, summer activities changed. We had landed in an agricultural area, mainly populated by people who had lost their farms in Nebraska during the Great Depression. An area called North Portal was homesteaded by veterans of World War II and later, Korea.

We swam in irrigation ditches, usually below a concrete drop. We played in and around haystacks with the Wagner kids and softball and football with the Gale boys. When possible, I rode with the ditch rider as he made his rounds taking water samples from ditches and canals to be checked for eroded content. When an opportunity would arise, I worked in Larson’s fields, with the Mexican nationals, thinning sugar beets.

When we moved from the idyllic valley into the thriving metropolis Shoshoni, Wyoming, population 892, summertime changed

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working seismograph. A week after I was hired by G.S.I., I had to figure out how to shift gears in a truck by double clutching as I had to drive a water truck to Richfield, Utah. I went with a driller to plug a couple of illegal artesian wells that had originated from shot points drilled the previous year. I worked out of eleven towns in four states for three summers and one week. An accident ended my summers as a doodlebugger. After my time in the seismic industry, summers became pretty routine. The best part of a summer is that it does not involve ice and snow, although there are exceptions to most everything.

The summer of 1957 opened up a whole new world of travel, learning, sweat, adventure and fun. I became a doodlebugger

It was the summer of 1990, the year that Kevin Costner’s masterpiece Dances with Wolves had been released. Replete with violins and French horns, the sound of John Barry’s magnificent background music that accompanied John Dunbar across the vast open prairies of the American West still reverberated in our hearts.

Jim and I tossed our hiking boots and picnic supplies into the back of the old Ford pickup and headed west. It was a long haul over to Marble, but a pleasant drive with spectacular scenery along the way. We crossed over the newly constructed, half-billion-dollar road project leading into Glenwood Springs, stopped near the little town of Eagle to eat our picnic lunch, then continued to the Crystal River, with its forgotten slabs of white marble imbedded in the stream, and viewed the famous old Crystal Mill near Redstone. At Redstone we got out and wandered around, admiring the various marble sculptures on display, then stopped at the hotel for an early dinner. I wanted to tour Redstone Castle, but Jim was in a hurry to get on over to Marble, where I had reserved a B&B at the edge of the village. One of those gingerbread cottages with curtains that matched the wallpaper, lamps of studded milk glass, and shades of cotton lace. The kind of place women love, and men put up with, thinking that if it makes the old lady happy, maybe they’ll get lucky!

We sat outside during the early part of the evening, watching the sun go down behind the mountain. It was so peaceful and serene. The air was so fresh. A little glimpse of Paradise. A memory in the making.

The next morning, we walked over to the rustic inn, all knotty pine and Early Western décor. In the background the beautiful theme song from Dances with Wolves was playing. We were the only customers at that early hour of the morning. The handsome, longhaired fellow who seated us at our table, told us his specialty was apple pancakes. He was also the cook. A few minutes later he brought out platters of enormous pancakes, brimming with chunks of cinnamon apples, and topped with real butter and maple syrup. It was a story-book experience … the good food, the rustic atmosphere, the gorgeous view and the music of Dances with Wolves.

After breakfast we hiked up to the back side of the quarry. The path was a bit steep and slippery from little rivulets of water seeping out from the hillside. Small trees and bushes reached out to slap at us as we invaded their space. From the top we looked down into the vast cavern of the quarry, where heavy equipment and Mack trucks looked like children’s toys from that vantage point. I was awestruck by the enormity of the excavation. How many thousand-thousand tons of precious marble had been gleaned from that mountain? It was well worth the hike.

There are other places in Colorado that are equally beautiful. It’s hard to beat the San Juan’s for color in the fall, or the town of Ouray with its enchanting waterfalls. But the town of Marble can hold its own for beauty and romance. Especially when accompanied by the theme song from Dances with Wolves!

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.

The Summer of 1990 by Marilynn Reeves

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HOME FOR SALE

ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS 2 Bd/2Ba, 1200 SF Home & Garage. Completely Re-Designed & Truly Exceptional! New Kitchen & Baths w Quartz Counters, & Cabinets. Center Kitchen Island, Black StainlessSteel Appliances, Beautiful Lighting & Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring. Cozy Bedrooms offer Plush New Carpet, Ceiling Fan Light Fixtures & Window Coverings. New Paint, 2 New GE Wall AC Units, Huge Utility Pantry, ReScreened Lanai. Primary Bedroom’s Bath now includes the New Vanity, Sink, Fixtures & Safe Walk-In Shower. 2nd Bedroom w French Doors is Perfect for whatever fits your lifestyle, Guests, Office, Crafts. NO Stairs! Kathy Tye, Kentwood Real Estate, 303-956-9743, KathyTye@ Kentwood.com.

FOR SALE BY OWNER, Windsor Gardens 1bedroom/1bath, 720 sq. ft., assigned parking, 2-story bldg., ground floor walk-out. Completely redone interior. Enclosed lanai. See Craigslist for pictures. Price $205,000. Call Jim at 720-260-9043.

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 FOR SALE

1 USED POWER CHAIR $350. Tim 720-277-6032 leave a message.

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 303-562-6368.

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.

SERVICES continued

IN HOME PEDICURES & MANICURES 303-886-4028.

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. 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 720-436-5112.

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 970485-5082 WG Resident.

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

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

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Local Mortgage Partners

http://www.reverseloancolorado.com

Reverse loan Specialist. NMLS 269996

John Thornbloom 303-918-8750 WG resi

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

Cut Rate Hauling

Providing Trash and Junk Removal

Furniture, Appliances, Debris, Etc. Rueben 720-434-8042

Express Hauling Services

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

Jenny’s Hauling

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

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

HEALTHCARE

D-Dental, Dr Dragana Strizak 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

HOME CARE continued

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

HOME REPAIR & REMODEL

4TB-LO LLC Tile Installation

Tile, Floors/walls/all. Wood Laminates

Vinyl Plank, Free Estimate, Insured Call Jeff 720-350-6999 WG References

AKAB, LLC

Kitchens, Bathrooms, Tile, Flooring

Plumbing, Painting, Full remodel Free Estimate Tom 720-662-2547

All Pro Construction

Grow your equity with quality const. Complete unit remodels

Al 720-569-4195

Emerald Home Repair

Basic Home Repairs, Plumbing

Electrical, etc. Windsor References

Larry Dotterer 720-384-5806

Handyman Services

Plumbing, Electrical, Painting, etc. Free estimates, WG resident Call Dan at 303-913-2590

INSURANCE

Joel Kruschwitz State Farm

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

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

PAINTING

Handy Manny Painting

Also repair walls, prep, paint

Clean-up & organize with perfection

303-521-0063 – website: dancemanny.com

Serenity Now Home Services LLC

Painting, Drywall repair, Clean-up

Locally Owned, Owner Operated Bob 720-621-7767

PET SERVICES

Fleur-de-lis-Kitty Care

Cat Care and Claw Trimming fleurkittycare@gmail.com

Donna 720-532-1019

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

PLUMBING continued

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

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

Coldwell Banker, Cheryl Lohuis Realtor & WG Owner. Your time 2 Buy! Have owned 3 homes here & Love it! 303-522-6161 AColoradohome4u.com

Grossman, Amy and Scott

See our Ad-Back Page of Windsor Life www.tourwindsorgardens.com 303-941-9436

Guzman, Carol , CNE, SRES Your Castle Real Estate, Inc

See my tour ad in Windsor Life 303-929-3157 www.carolguzmanhomes.com

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

REAL ESTATE continued

Metro Brokers-Pete Withers

Living and working in Windsor Gardens

Get top dollar for your condo.

303-881-7651, bestindenver@comcast.net

Schoenecker & Co.

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

WINDOW CLEANING

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

Window Cleaning to Brighten Your Day

Locally Owned, Owner Operated Bob 720-621-7767

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

Answers for Trivia

Trivia

1. What is the largest irrigated crop in the U.S.?

2. When was the United States Air Force Academy established?

3. What country is the world’s largest arms exporter?

4. What is the most populated city in Europe?

5. What was history's most deadly event?

Monthly Team Trivia

Want more trivia?

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!