WINDSOR
PRESIDENT’S PEN
Dear Friends at WG, Have you ever played the Telephone Game? It’s a game where a circle of people passes a message from person to person in a whisper and then sees what the last person hears. I don’t ever remember the final results being anything close to the original message!
Michele Compton, Board President
I think we are experiencing something like this in the community. An off-handed question in a Long-Range Planning and Innovation meeting, where the process was being discussed to solve a pool leak problem, grew into the idea that the board is voting to eliminate the indoor pool and make it either a pickle ball court or a dance floor. Many other misunderstandings have been tied to this rumor, as well.
In order to prevent future undo concern, I would ask that you look at the source of information you receive. If a friend shares something about Windsor Gardens, ask them where they got the information. If you read it online, check to make sure it is from the official Windsor Gardens website before you pass it on. If you hear something in a meeting that you were concerned about, read the minutes of the meeting before alarming others. With the microphones and Zoom calls not everything is clearly audible. Some of the places you can ask questions are Donuts with Donna, the Building
PRESIDENT'S PEN continued on page 6
2022 Board Officers & Committees
OPERATIONS COMMITTEES
Executive Committee
y Michele Compton, President
y Dennis Knight, Vice President
y Mike Lopez, Treasurer
y Jane Doyle, Secretary
Appeals
y Bobbie Mays, Chair
y Jane Doyle, Board
y Sue Freehling, Resident
y Donna Sanford, Resident
y Jan Sheppard, Resident
Architectural Review
y Roni Reynolds, Chair
y Jane Doyle, Board
y Alice Barron, Resident
y Dick Gilmore, Resident
y Sally Holloway, Resident
y Janis Mayer, Resident
y Gay Ann Ost, Resident
Auditing
y Dean Deverick, Chair
y Roni Reynolds, Board
y Debra Adams, Resident
y Jeanne Lee, Resident
y Marilyn Tyler, Resident
Community Response
y Jane Doyle, Chair
y Dean Deverick, Board
y Debra Adams, Resident
y Donna Sanford, Resident
y John Young, Non-resident Owner
Employee Relations/Safety
y Dean Deverick, Chair
y Bobbie Mays, Board
y Ginny Cox, Resident
y Lisa Davis, Resident
y Lanny Dick, Resident
y Barbara Ellis, Resident
y Patrice Tyler, Resident
y Maintenance Dept. Employee
y Grounds Dept. Employee
y Community Response Officer
Activities
y Bobbie Mays, Chair
Finance
y Mike Lopez, Chair
y Dean Deverick, Board
y Debra Adams, Resident
y Phyllis Davis, Resident
y Howard Fistell, Resident
y Sharon Roulhac, Resident
y Marilyn Tyler, Resident
Insurance
y Bobbie Mays, Chair
y Dennis Knight, Board
y Barb Ellis, Resident
y Marilyn Tyler, Resident
y Jo Umano, Resident Long Range Planning & Innovation
y Dennis Knight, Chair
y Mike Lopez, Board
y Mona Knight, Resident
y Michael Powl, Resident
y Gary Roll, Resident
y John Young, Non-resident owner
y Bill Walsh, Employee Policy/Governing Docs/Rentals
y Jane Doyle, Chair
y Roni Reynolds, Board
y Debe Alikchihoo, Resident
y Donna Sanford, Resident
y Jan Sheppard, Resident
y James Wright, Resident
Underground Garage
y Roni Reynolds, Board
y Mike Lopez, Board
y Barbara Dey, Resident
y Howard Fistell, Resident
y Reuel Hunt, Resident
y William Laub, Resident
y Jan Sheppard, Resident
COMMUNITY LIFE COMMITTEES
y Dean Deverick, Board
y Kristin Brotherton, Resident
y Daniel Gamel, Resident
y Jo Bunton Keel, Resident
y Delores Shuster, Resident
y Beverly Williams, Resident
Board Election
y Dean Deverick, Chair
y Roni Reynolds, Board
y Alice Barron, Resident
y Robert Faux, Resident
y Gary Roll, Resident
y Patrice Tyler, Resident
Building Representative Zone
Committee (BRZC)
Roni Reynolds / 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 Jane Doyle, Chair
y Dennis Knight, Board
y Bonita Brown, Resident
y Jolene Cranston, Resident
y Eydie McDaniel, Resident
y Barbara Sauer, Resident
y Kelli Schuttinga, Resident
Windsor Gardens Association Contacts
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: Becca Hart, email: bhart@wgamail.com
Kacey Parker, email: kparker@wgamail.com
Administrative Assistant: Karen Arellano, email: karellano@wgamail.com
Accounting Manager: Debra Ford, email: dford@wgamail.com
Accountant: Kimberly Hernandez, email: khernandez@wgamail.com
Community Response
303-364-4924 communityresponse@wgamail.com
Chief of Community Response: Chris Scovil, email: cscovil@wgamail.com
Activities
303-364-9141
Activities Director: Charlie Schmidt, email: cschmidt@wgamail.com
Assistant Activities Director: Renee Jennings, email: rjennings@wgamail.com
Administrative Assistant: Susan Hunt, email: shunt@wgamail.com
Golf Shop & Course
303-366-3133
Golf Manager: Hanna Starritt, email: hstarritt@wgamail.com
Facilities Maintenance
Manager: Bill Walsh, email: bwalsh@wgamail.com
Grounds Maintenance
Supervisor: Dana Cusack, email: dana@wgamail.com
y Aly Shupe, Resident
y Shari Swickard, Resident
Golf
y Bobbie Mays, Chair
y Dean Deverick, Board
y Daniel Berman, Resident
y William D’Aubin, Resident
y Judy Tauchen, Resident
y Jo Umano, Resident
y James Wright, Resident
y Men’s League President, Dennis Koster
y Women’s League President, Charlotte Engelbrecht
Public Relations/Marketing
y Dennis Knight, Chair
y Mike Lopez, Board
y Debra Adams, Resident
y Jeanne Lee, Resident
y Kelli Schuttinga, Resident
y Kathy Young, Resident Restaurant
y Mike Lopez, Chair
y Jane Doyle, Board
y Alice Barron, Resident
y Catherine Elliott, Resident
y Robert Faux, Resident
y Ann-Marie Jackson, Resident
y Susan Schmidt, Resident Revenue Exploration
y Dennis Knight, Chair
y Bobbie Mays, Board
y Howard Fistell, Resident
y Reuel Hunt, Resident
y John Young, Non-resident owner
Board Members board@wgamail.com
President: Michele Compton
Vice Pres.: Dennis Knight
Treasurer: Mike Lopez
Secretary: Jane Doyle
Asst. Treasurer: Dean Deverick
Asst. Secretary: Bobbie Mays
Director-at-Large: Roni Reynolds
Building Representative Zone Committee (BRZC)
Email: brzc@wgamail.com
Windsor Life: The News of Windsor Gardens
Advertising : 303-364-7485, karellano@wgamail.com
Submissions : Email to WindsorLife@wgamail.com. Submissions are due the 10th of the month prior to the month of publication.
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 thoroughly research any product or service and check references prior to hiring any individual or company.
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Community & Committee Meetings
NOTE: Not all 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
Building Rep. Committee
Wednesday, July 27, 3 p.m.
In person in CenterPoint and via Zoom. Zoom details below.
Board Candidate Q&A
1 of 2 Sessions: Thursday, July 28, 2 p.m.
In person in the Colorado Room.
2 of 2 Sessions: Thursday, July 28, 6 p.m.
In person in the Colorado Room.
COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Activities Committee
Tuesday, July 19, 11 a.m.
Meeting ID: 833 0761 3541 Passcode: 658488
Architecural Review Committee
Tuesday, July 19, 9:30 a.m.
Meeting ID: 897 9957 6994 Passcode: 895620
Audit Committee
Friday, July 8, 9 a.m.
In person in the administration office boardroom.
Board of Directors
Friday, July 22, 9:30 a.m. Meeting ID: 858 5420 7444 Passcode: 262899
Board Election Committee
Tuesday, July 12, 9:30 a.m. Meeting ID: 832 7032 9947 Passcode: 510153
Board Working Session Wednesday, July 20, 9:30 a.m. Meeting ID: 819 3823 0684 Passcode: 484541
Building Rep. Committee Wednesday, July 27, 3 p.m.
In person in CenterPoint and via Zoom.
Meeting ID: 820 4872 5161
Building Rep. Zone Committee
Meeting ID: 852 6183 2652
Community Life Committee
Meeting ID: 890 7808 6099
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.
Betty Minas
Betty Minas of Building 47 passed away in May of 2022. Betty was a long time resident of building 47, a retired nurse, devoted to her church, and loved attending lectures and other cultural events with other residents in her building. She will be missed.
Anthony "Tony'' Muti
Anthony Muti (Tony), resident of building 30, died early Saturday morning, June 4, 2022, after surgery. Tony and his wife, Louise, moved to Windsor Gardens in 2004. Louise passed away in 2011. Tony is survived by his daughter, Li Ana, and his grandson, Roman. Tony will be missed by his friends here at Windsor Gardens.
Ron Weaver
Ron Weaver of building 47 passed away on May 28, 2022. Ron and his wife Gladys (who preceded him in death), lived in building 47 for many years. For a number of years, they were snowbirds retreating to Arizona for the winters. However, due to health reasons, Ron and Gladys decided to make building 47 their year-round home. He was such a help decorating the outside of the building for Christmas. He was an all-around good guy and will be missed.
Your Turn: Write a Letter
Letters submitted to 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.
Passcode: 526835
Thursday, July 21, 9:30 a.m.
Passcode: 572718
Friday, July 15, 9:30 a.m.
Passcode: 613675
COMMITTEE MEETINGS continued on page 6
Association Offices Closed
Independence Day Monday, July 4, 2022
Labor Day
Monday, September 5, 2022
Thanksgiving Holiday Thursday, November 24, 2022
Friday, November 25, 2022
Christmas Holiday Friday, December 23, 2022
Monday, December 26, 2022
New Year’s Holiday Monday, January 2, 2023
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
“Eternal Youth” Statue No Longer Represents Our Community
I wish to challenge the WG board to think differently, and more accurately, about who and what the Windsor Gardens community is today. With the falling of the white statue at the Clinton Street entrance, the deciders of this statue’s future have the perfect chance now to reflect on the statue’s appropriateness to our future. I suggest a front entrance theme that more accurately represents our 2022 community.
The 1960s were six decades ago and, like the rest of our nation, our community’s demographics have changed considerably. I think our entrance should recognize the variety of subgroups who live in
From the General Manager
Rebecca ZazuetaHAPPY 60TH ANNIVERSARY WINDSOR GARDENS!
The month of June was full of wonderful celebrations and events commemorating Windsor Gardens’ 60th anniversary. I hope you were able to participate in some or all the events that were held. My sincerest thanks to the staff, committee members and volunteers, board members and sponsors for their support in making all our anniversary events so successful! And of course, my special thanks to Mr. Howard Farkas for joining the celebration! Happy 60th Anniversary Windsor Gardens.
NEW HOA-RELATED BILL SIGNED BY GOVERNOR POLIS
HB 22-1137, referred to as the Homeowners’ Association Board Accountability and Transparency Bill, was signed by Governor Polis on June 3, 2022. The new law will be effective August 10, 2022. With this new law comes significant amendments to certain provisions within the Colorado Common Interest and Ownership Act (CCIOA). The WG Board of Directors will need to adopt new collection and covenant enforcement policies as soon as possible to ensure that the association is in compliance with the new law. The draft policies are expected to be ready for review in July and then published in the August Windsor Life for owner comment.
NEW ELEVATOR SERVICE CONTRACT
The association has entered a new elevator service contract beginning July 1, 2022, with Custom Contract Elevator Services (CCES). It will take some time for CCES to learn the Windsor Gardens community and to become familiar with our 51 elevators, but beyond seeing a different truck and new mechanic onsite, there should not be a significant change in services from a resident perspective.
Residents should continue to report all service-related issues to Community Response, and they will coordinate with CCES for service. If CCES needs to take an elevator out of service for longer than 15 minutes to complete repairs, notices will be posted on each floor of the building and Community Response will be notified. Once the work is done and the elevator is operational, the notices on each floor will be removed by CCES. If the elevator will be out of service for an extended period and it is during regular business hours, a
Pilera message will be sent to the building. If the outage occurs after hours or on a weekend, the elevator mechanic will do their best to communicate and provide updates to the building representative.
We are currently reprogramming all the emergency call buttons inside of the elevators to be answered by the CCES answering service should an entrapment occur. The answering service contacts their mechanic, Community Response, and the fire department for response. If you are trapped inside of the elevator, the first thing you should do is push the emergency call button for assistance. Then the second step would be to call Community Response, if you have your cell phone with you. This will ensure that we have received the call, and in most cases, we can typically respond quickly because our officers are already onsite.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
The “Eternal Youth” statue and tower repair plans are still pending. We are working to identify contractors and the scope of work.
Main sewer line backups occurred in buildings 45 and 64.
We had an underfloor leak in building 38 caused by a one-inch domestic pipe under a unit bathroom. We rerouted the pipe into the ceiling.
Boiler inspections are complete for this two-year cycle.
HVAC units in the community center have been serviced for the season.
Evaporative coolers were activated in buildings.
Restaurant repairs were made to satisfy the inspection process. The restaurant has successfully completed and passed all inspections: fire, health department and liquor.
The outdoor pool opened on May 27. Two new pumps were installed in the pool equipment room.
A new mobile stage was built from an old trailer to be used for the 60th anniversary celebration.
PAINT DEPARTMENT
The community center, administrative building and auditorium are complete.
Building 37 is complete and building 51 is nearly complete.
The exterior painting for building 12 has started.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Community Center Bathrooms: Bathroom remodels are nearly complete in the community center and golf shop. Urinal replacement is pending and some grout touch up is needed.
Underground Garage Project:
Western Waterproofing is still working on the pedestrian bridge, both above and below, repairing broken post tension tendons. Nine broken tendons in the bridge were found.
Excavation along buildings 84 and 66 is required to complete waterproofing along the buildings. The excavation is complete at building 84. Building 66 excavation has started. This work will involve digging along the building perimeters, installing concrete “crickets” (to help shed water away from the building walls), applying a new waterproofing and then backfilling the excavations. The grounds crew is attempting to repurpose the plants that are impacted by this project.
Once the work described above is completed, the contractor will finish the UP25 parking lot with the deck coating application.
Candidates Needed for Two Positions on the 2023 WG Board of Directors
Potential Candidates can Learn More on July 28 at 2 p.m. or 6 p.m. in the Colorado Room
Two seats on the Windsor Gardens Board of Directors are up for election this year with terms beginning in 2023. Both positions have 3-year terms.
Windsor Gardens owners who are interested in learning more about running for election and serving on the board of directors are invited to attend a question and answer session on July 28, 2022, in the Colorado Room. One session is at 2 p.m. and the other is at 6 p.m.
Board Candidate Nomination Period: August 1 through August 26, 4:30 p.m.
The board candidate nomination period is August 1 through August 26, 2022. Nomination petitions and consent forms well be available
beginning on July 28 at the candidate information sessions, in the fitness center lobby and on the association website. Please return completed nomination forms to the administration office. The deadline for submission is Friday, August 26, 4:30 p.m.
Candidates also must provide a resume and a photo to the office on or before August 26. You may provide your own high-resolution photo, or the administration office can take a photo. Candidate resumes and photos will be published in the Windsor Life.
Additional board election information, including the dates and times for the meet the candidate forums and voting details, will be published in the August Windsor Life.
WG Board in Motion
At their meeting on June 24, 2022, the WG Board of Directors approved the following motions:
Finance Committee motions:
Motion to transfer $348,764.08 to the capital reserve account.
Motion to transfer $180,855.04 to the capital reserve account. (This transfer represents the June insurance loan payment from the operating account.)
Motion to proceed with the recommendation received from the gas consultant to lock in a percentage of winter usage for a 3-year period.
Long Range Planning and Innovation Committee motions: Motion to move forward with contract negotiations with Crosslayer to pursue a private community wide Wi-Fi network.
MAINTENANCE AND
GROUNDS
This will take one to two weeks to finish at which point we can open the UP25 parking lot for normal operation.
Xcel still needs to move the two gas lines behind building 84.
Boiler Replacements: Buildings 53 and 63 are complete. We are working in building 26 now.
Roof Replacements: Roof and gutter replacements are complete at buildings 4 and 32. The roof replacement for building 5 will start on July 11.
ADDITIONAL PROJECTS
Auditoritium Art: Artwork installation is complete.
HALLWAY REDECORATING PROJECT
Buildings 26 and 51: Hallway lighting is complete.
Building 7: Hallway lighting is complete. Carpet removal and installation is scheduled to begin July 11.
Building 13: Hallway lighting is complete and this building is up next after building 7 for carpet removal and installation. Carpet delivery pending.
Motion to continue forward with the due diligence and conceptual design for garage replacement lots 12-20.
Motion to move forward with permanent technology in the Colorado Room to support virtual meeting attendance at the board and committee meetings.
Motion to appoint the following building representatives and alternates:
Ginny Ryan, Building 18 Building Representative
Mary Mapes, Building 18 Alternate Representative
Susan Adamson, Building 36 Building Representative
Sally Westerberg, Building 36 Alternate Representative
Bev Thomas, Building 46 Building Representative
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Buildings 5 and 37: Hallway lighting is in progress. First floor lights pending.
Building 34: Hallway lighting is scheduled.
GROUNDS
Mowing is back on schedule.
Community lawns and golf course were fertilized.
We continue with tree rescue; limbs are still breaking from the storm on May 20. Hopefully we can mulch up the pile of cut limbs or we may look into a permit to burn them.
Doing irrigation maintenance.
Continuing with weed control.
We are hoping to hire someone to help with flower care.
We are completing work orders and seeding every chance we get.
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Representative Committee (open to all) and the committee that deals directly with the issue. What the committee will be discussing will be posted in the agenda ahead of time on the association website. You are also welcome to write a letter or an e-mail to the chair of the committee or to the board.
One of the benefits of living in a community with an abundance of committees is we don’t have to make knee-jerk decisions. We can
Community Response Committee
Meeting ID: 854 6513 0910
Finance Committee
take our time, consider all the facets of an issue and make a decision based on the desires of the community, balancing the cost and the impact of any changes.
The final thing I would ask is to be patient. The committee process allows for time to consider each item and time for the community input. But it can take a considerable amount of time before a motion is presented to the board for a vote. Thank you for being vigilant!
COMMITTEE MEETINGS continued from page 3
Wednesday, July 13, 1 p.m.
Passcode: 272965
Friday, July 8, 10:30 a.m.
Meeting ID: 844 3897 3151 Passcode: 677322
Golf Committee
Tuesday, July 12, 1 p.m.
Meeting ID: 898 6491 5576 Passcode: 594663
Long-Range Planning & Innovation
Friday, July 15, 2 p.m.
Meeting ID: 838 6085 3807 Passcode: 916256
Policy Committee
Meeting ID: 834 2149 2270
Wednesday, July 13, 10 a.m.
Passcode: 567493
Public Relations Committee
Thursday, July 7, 9:30 a.m.
Meeting ID: 818 8342 1340 Passcode: 052516
Restaurant Committee
Tuesday, July 12, 3 p.m.
Meeting ID: 874 4579 5117 Passcode: 937188
Revenue Committee
Thursday, July 7, 11 a.m.
Meeting ID: 850 8717 6152 Passcode: 752104
Underground Garage Subcommittee
Tuesday, July 19, 2 p.m.
Meeting ID: 870 9234 9114 Passcode: 954606
LETTERS continued from page 3
Windsor Gardens in 2022, or, failing such a large task, choose a universal theme we all can support.
My main concern is that when we all are not represented, exclusion is the result and exclusion hurts.
At the risk of not naming every subgroup, we are now a community of African Americans, Hispanics, Russians, Asian Americans, people from other countries, LGBTQ, and white Americans of European descent, with some of us straddling several of these categories. The statue specifically welcomes or suggests that white couples in heterosexual, sexual (?) embrace are the folk who live at Windsor Gardens. (Do I go too far in saying the prudes among us are embarrassed by this au naturelle representation?) The rest of our community’s demographics are not represented. Actually, no one statue can ever represent all types of Americans.
Furthermore, as I look around, to me it appears that most of us are singles now, not couples anymore. Aging and genetics play a part, and women seem to me to be the dominant gender here. So, our coupled statue doesn’t represent that aspect of our community’s life either. Perhaps it never did.
Now it is Windsor Gardens’ chance to change that dominant, inaccurate iconography for our community and update us to current reality. After all, we are updating our hallways, auditorium walls, chairs and so on. Isn’t this the perfect time, now that the statue has fallen, to update our welcome entrance also?
Since we all (I think) love gardens and can unite behind a theme of beauty that makes us smile, I think we should retire the current statue, appreciate its role in our past, but replace it with a contemporary, non-controversial, non-exclusive theme of who and what Windsor Gardens is today. In conjunction with our name, I suggest we think of “Gardens” as our theme. At the entrance, then, is our first garden.
I think the sign at the Clinton entrance is fine as is, saying “Come Discover Windsor Gardens”. In effect, it announces a “Gardens” theme already.
For those who want to honor the statue and its role in our history, we can have a one-foot model of it made and placed in a glass case
surrounded by a historic article showing its history. I’m sure we can find a wall space in the community center for a 2’ x 2’ case. Please strongly consider my suggestion.
Colleen NunnWill Political Correctness Doom “Eternal Youth”?
One of the latest controversies at Windsor Gardens revolves around our iconic windblown landmark statue “Eternal Youth.” There are apparently some amongst us who think the statue is not inclusive enough to be placed back on its rightful throne. To which I would say the statue is not white (as in Caucasian), it's alabaster. The statue is not heterosexual, it’s amorphous. Really, it’s more like a couple of Pillsbury Doughboys (or Doughgirls). We better be careful lest our political correctness condemn all works of art to the scrapheap of history. Here's to the repaired “Eternal Youth” statue returning to its rightful place welcoming people of all colors and sexual orientations who enter Windsor Gardens. It is an important part of our heritage.
James KeyworthWindsor Gardens Inclusion
Above the entrance of Windsor Gardens, a statue long stood. Hearty laughter still echoes at reactions to our white statue of a man and woman embracing.
Good chance 60 years ago, the art expressed a preference for whites, heterosexuals and couples. Recently nature brought it down and provided us an opportunity to consider our upfront symbolic identity. For some the statue represents their exclusion.
Has this pedestal praised those with fully able bodies, couples, Caucasians, and heterosexuals?
Does its abstract form draw many interpretations as to race or gender? No question that the figures display privileged mobility. Let the conversation begin.
Windsor Gardens thrives with a wide range of individuals. We are differently abled, multi racial, single, married and in all types of
Proud to Be in WG
Shopping Trips
“I love the [RTD] grocery and shopping trips. I meet new neighbors, and we have time to shop ‘til we drop. [It’s] a nice outing that keeps us in touch with the outside world.” Delilah Adams, Building 65.
The RTD grocery and shopping trips details are published in the Windsor Life every month in the “Announcements” subsection following the clubs and groups subsections. In this issue that information is on page 31.
Keep telling us why you are Proud to Be in WG, and we will keep celebrating your reasons in the Windsor Life.
Proud to Be in WG
Something I Love About Windsor Gardens:
(Optional) Name __________________________________
Building# ____ Phone # ____________________
If you give us your name, we’ll include it in the article. Building and phone numbers will not be published. Drop this form off at the association office or in the dropbox under the flagpole in the auditorium parking lot.
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relationships. Indeed, diverse individuals live and pay HOA fees here. I am proud that inclusion is growing in Windsor Gardens as we learn together in conversation.
Eydie McDaniel
Thank You for the Anniversary Celebration
A huge thank you for a great anniversary celebration. From the start with the kid's golf tournament to the end with the spectacular fireworks, it was a great time. Thank you to all those who worked so hard to make it a special time. I won't name names you know who you are, including my neighbor who shared the cake she got on the cakewalk.
Dee Shuster60th Anniversary Celebration Thank You
I would like to send a big heartfelt thank you for the 60th Anniversary celebration! It was really fun from beginning to end, the pancake breakfast, history display, festivities, drummers, entertainment and fireworks! You showed us how Windsor Gardens was and continues to be a wonderful community. How great it was that founder Howard Farkas was here. I'm sure you made him very happy and proud to see his creation thriving.
I just wish my balloon hat had won an official award. Everyone I asked said it should. Maybe I should have had my face painted too! Oh well, maybe next anniversary celebration.
Thank you!
Judy TauchenMaintenance Matters
From Bill Walsh, Facilities ManagerTHE TIMES THEY ARE A CHANG-IN
The phrase “the times they are a chang-in” couldn’t apply more than it has for the past two years. As many of you already know, we are having a hard time obtaining materials and services. It’s been a tough adjustment. Our past experience tells us that we can just make a call and obtain services or materials, but the new reality is we are pretty much at the mercy of the current market that is drastically different than what we are used to. Literally every vendor and every contractor we deal with is understaffed.
What this means to Windsor Gardens is services that we were able to schedule in a few weeks in the past are now taking 3 to 10 months to get scheduled, and even then, there can be delays. Parts that have always been available from our suppliers are not readily available. Virtually no one will quote a price for materials ordered until they are delivered, and in most cases deliveries are accompanied with an invoice for a fuel surcharge. Price increases are a daily reality; many items we utilize in our maintenance operations are double the cost, and that’s if you can even get one.
Luckily, we were ahead of the game and ordered many of our parts for the roofing project and for the boiler replacement program ahead of time, so we can keep moving on these projects. But on the first building we did the roofing on this year, we had a delay when the vendor called and explained that they had material for the gutters, but they were having a hard time getting the hangers that hold the gutters to the building.
We ordered some garage doors in November and finally in June four out of the six ordered arrived. We are still waiting on the other two doors with no promise on a delivery date. One item we are in a real bind for is door closers. We ordered door closers over 14 months ago, and we still do not have a delivery date. We were able to remove some of the closers from our shop building to help with the shortage, but in many cases they don’t match up properly. Springs for garage doors have been tough to get and door parts in general are very hard to nail down.
To help avoid down time, we have placed large orders for pumps, motors, fittings, fasteners, paper products, chemicals, paints and plaster. In some cases, we have enough of these items in stock to last one full year. In other cases, we may receive only one or two a month of the 50 items we ordered, and we just hope we don’t get caught with a system down due to these shortages.
This new way of doing business is probably not going to go away anytime soon. We are adjusting our procedures to better deal with this new reality, and we are moving along with our projects for the year. The underground garages, roofing and boiler replacement projects are on track. A couple of our projects are running behind due to the contractors being understaffed, but they are assuring us they will get here, and when they do we will welcome them with open arms.
Let’s all hope for a great summer – not too hot, not too rainy, but just right.
Community Interest Survey Results for Electric Charging Stations
From Tammy Tafoya-Paredes, WG Business Manager
In our May 2022 issue of Windsor Life, the Revenue Exploration Committee did a survey as a preliminary step to assess the level of community interest in making electric vehicle stations available at Windsor Gardens. We received 117 responses and the survey results follow.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Ownership
4% currently own an EV.
21% are considering the purchase of an EV within 3 years.
22% are considering the purchase of an EV long term (3 years or longer).
53% are not considering the purchase of an EV.
Do you believe WG should have EV charging stations on site?
41% No.
58% Yes.
1% Unsure.
If WG has EV charging stations onsite, should they be available to the general public?
57% No, because: Increases traffic in community, more crime and vandalism, there are stations nearby, increases WG liability, residents come first not the public.
41% Yes, because: It will bring revenue, only if a place can be found to minimize traffic, good for the world, makes sense, have a long-term plan for garages.
2% Unsure because: Need more information, depends on number of cars and location, too many ifs.
Down to Earth
From Dana Cusack, Grounds Maintenance SupervisorOn the evening of Friday, May 20, we had a cold front roll through, bringing with it about six inches of heavy wet snow. We cleared the streets and sidewalks over the weekend, and on Monday we tried to remove the bulk of the hundreds of branches the storm had broken. The timing of the storm could not have been worse because that week was set aside for planting the first half of the 50,000 annual flowers that were delivered on Sunday, May 22. We started to plant the flowers on Tuesday, May 24, (even though it was still a bit on the chilly side) and were just able to finish up on Friday.
Our aerial lift has been busy ever since the storm, removing the branches that were clinging to the trees or just hanging in them. We made a list of the tree limbs we felt were a priority to remove due to location or a risk of damage to cars or people.
Before
We are still finding branches all around the property. Please use caution while out on your walks and be aware of the possible dangers still up in our trees. Choose a safe spot to park your vehicles for a couple weeks. This will allow us time to remove those branches hanging over the street and parking lots.
The pictures of the piles of limbs really doesn’t portray the amount of destruction the trees went through during this snow event. The damage was so extensive that I believe we will be pruning the broken stumps and cracked branches for quite some time; there are about 2,000 trees and only 15 groundskeepers.
We will make every effort to remove the dangerous limbs first, but if you can see some from the third and fourth floors, please send a note or call the administrative office.
ONGOING CLEANUP OF BROKEN TREE BRANCHES FROM MAY 20 STORM After
The May 20 snowstorm was followed by a rainstorm on May 31, and it really got our grass growing. Because we skipped a week of mowing to plant flowers, it was hard to get all the grass cut. We came in on Saturday, June 4, to finish up the last 11 buildings because the second half of the annual flowers were delivered for the week of June 6.
I really hope we don’t have any more severe storms roll our way this summer, especially a hailstorm. (Hail is a four-letter word in the grounds department.) We want to get into our routine of grooming the turf, seeding bare spots, caring for the flowers, checking the sprinklers and trimming the trees that were so badly damaged.
Maintaining Your Painted Unit Door
From Liz Nickel, WG Office Manager
If you are in one of the buildings that have had the hallways updated with new paint, carpet and lighting, chances are your unit door was also painted. In the past, it was left up to each homeowner to fix scratches and nicks in the door. This was pretty simple since the homeowner usually was the one who had painted it and probably had leftover paint for touch-ups. But if your door was painted by the paint department and you don’t have spare paint, now what? The front desk has small spare cans of paint you can check out and do some touch-ups yourself. You will need to bring the paint can back to the office when you are finished so the next person can use it. We’ll have a few cans of each door color for updated hallways.
If you are unable to do the touch-ups yourself and need the paint department to assist you, please place a work order. The painting staff is focusing on finishing paint projects inside buildings at this time so work orders regarding door painting touch-ups will be completed as staff becomes available.
If you have a natural wood door that was granted an exception to the door painting requirement, touching up with the stain or Old English furniture polish will help maintain the door in good condition. If you are getting lots of nicks and scratches on the door, you might consider installing a kickplate where the scratches keep happening to reduce wear and tear.
COP Shop @ WG
Community Operated Policing Storefront
The Cop Shop is operated by volunteers who work with the Denver Police Department to assist with citizen complaints, accident reports and various other activities that would normally require a trip to the district station.
Leetsdale Cop Shop will be hosting a table in CenterPoint from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, July 8, Monday, July 18, and Friday, July 22. We will NOT be there on Monday, July 4.
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
We invite you to join us for the annual National Night Out celebration at Cook Park on Tuesday, August 2, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. There will be music, food trucks (or bring your own picnic), community representatives and folks from our local Police District 3. National Night Out happens throughout the United States annually and is a great way to meet neighbors and others in your community.
DEAR COP SHOP
Dear Cop Shop:
I sent in a coupon for a free sample and now they send me things every month and bill my credit card. Why did this happen and how do I get it to stop?
Just wanted to try it
Dear Just:
There’s that pesky word that gets us every time…FREE. Most likely, in order to get the “free” sample, you had to pay the ever present “shipping and handling” and gave them your credit card number to do so.
In order to get it to stop, notify the sender in writing you are cancelling the account and keep a copy of the letter. The next package you receive, don’t open it. Mark it “return to sender, account cancelled”,
take a picture of the marked box and send it back. Keep a copy of that record as well. From those dates forward, dispute any additional charges in writing with your credit card company and send them copies of the cancellation letters. Repeat the above as many times as necessary always keeping copies. You can also talk to your credit card company about putting a freeze on your account so you are alerted before any charges are processed.
“Free” may seem like a way to get stuff without having to buy it in a store, but there’s almost always a catch that will cost you time and money. The next time you see an ad for a “free sample” or a “30-day free trial” stop and ask yourself if it’s really worth it. Stop by the Cop Shop in CenterPoint for more information before you answer that ad.
The Cop Shop
If you need it, the non-emergency police number is 720-913-2000 option 0, District 3 Police Department is 720-913-1300. Leetsdale Cop Shop is also available to you at 303-329-0500 (call or text) or e-mail us at leetsdalecopshop@hotmail.com.
Community Response Activities, June 1 through June 28, 2022
Diverting Stormwater into the High Line Canal
From Mona Knight, WG resident
Did you know that the High Line Canal remains dry most of the year in many locations along the 71 miles of trail? A study was done in 2019 that indicated diverting stormwater runoff, including snowmelt, into the High Line Canal would bring 100 more wet days to the corridor, thereby supporting the ecosystems and natural landscape to thrive.
I’m sure many of you see the old growth trees along the trail that are dying. Some have outlived their life span, but others are suffering from a lack of water.
The High Line Canal Conservancy has implemented a STEP (Stormwater Transformation and Enhancement Program) to help divert water into the canal. There are several locations throughout
Denver where this will happen. So far, this does not affect the canal area adjacent to Windsor Gardens.
The conservancy says, “Any drop of water that falls into adjacent watersheds naturally drains toward the canal. In some areas, stormwater already enters the canal, while in other areas, stormwater is diverted away from the canal. Diverting that stormwater toward the canal and holding it there briefly (less than 72 hours) can provide many benefits.” Benefits for trees and the ecosystems. If you want to read more information about this plan, go to: https://highlinecanal. org/stormwater/
Tips to Keep Your Animals Happy This Summer
From Councilwoman Amanda Sawyer, Denver City Council District 5
District 5 is a wonderful place to raise a family, and our beloved fur-babies are an important part of that! But the heat of summer can be tough on animals, especially dogs. Unlike humans, dogs can only sweat small amounts through their paws and nose. If a dog can’t expel heat, their internal body temperature begins to rise, and they can get heatstroke easily. The Denver Animal Shelter is a wonderful organization that can help. Visit their website to learn more about all the ways the Denver Animal Shelter supports our community. It is full of resources and tips to help us keep our animals safe and happy this summer!
License Your Pet for Just $15
Of the thousands of lost animals at the Denver Animal Shelter each year, most could avoid the stress of waiting for their owners in a shelter if they had a Denver Pet Passport tag. The digital ID tag comes with the purchase of a pet license. If your pet is lost, a good Samaritan can use their smartphone to scan the QR code on the tag that pulls up the owner’s contact information. The ID tag also lists a phone number that connects to a 24/7 hotline and a website where a person can type in a lost pet’s ID number to find the owner’s information. Pet licenses and ID tags can be purchased online at PetData.com, or in-person at the Denver Animal Shelter, located at 1241 W. Bayaud Ave.
Don’t Leave Your Animals in a Car
July is the hottest month of the year in Denver, and the inside of a vehicle can reach 120 degrees in a matter of minutes, even if temperatures are mild and windows are open. Because this is an issue of life or death for your animal, the state offers legal immunity to those who break into a locked vehicle to rescue a dog, cat or at-
risk person. If you see an animal alone in a vehicle, call 311 and Denver Animal Protection will respond. If you suspect an animal is suffering from heatstroke:
• Move the animal to a shaded or cooler area.
• Cool the pet down with water or ice packs on the stomach only.
• Offer cool drinking water, but do not force-feed water.
• Don’t submerge the pet in water because this can further hurt them when temperature regulation is impaired.
• Don’t cover, crate or confine the pet.
• Even if your pet responds to cooling treatments, it’s critical you see an emergency veterinarian.
If Your Dog Barks Excessively, Get Support
Your dog may bark too much even when there’s nothing to bark at. You may need to try different ways of fixing this problem, because each dog may respond better to one way than another. The most important thing is that your dog always has access to food, water and shelter, because a dog that is well cared for will be less stressed out and more open to training.
• Give your dog daily exercise and human time.
• Spay or neuter your dog.
• Do not tie up or chain your dog.
• Do not leave your dog outside while you are away.
• Leave a radio or the television on to soothe the dog. 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: bit.ly/D5Website
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 rest in-person in the administrative office.
In-Person Orientations
Wednesday, July 13, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Tuesday, July 19, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 27, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Administrative Office, 595 S. Clinton St, Denver, CO 80247 For in-person orientations, please contact Karen Arellano at 720862-1512 or karellano@wgamail.com for availability and to set-up an appointment.
Zoom Orientation
Tuesday, July 12, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Join by computer:
Social media: instagram.com/denvercouncil5 twitter.com/denvercouncil5 facebook.com/DenverCouncil5
Go online to www.zoom.com. Click “Join a meeting”. Enter the meeting ID: 885 1494 9426 and passcode: 965605
Join by phone:
1. Call 669-900-9128 or 720-928-9299.
2. When prompted enter the Meeting ID: 885 1494 9426 #
3. When prompted to enter a Participant ID, just hit #
4. When prompted enter the Password: 965605 #
5. You will then be put on hold for the host to allow you to join.
WG Veteran Participates in Flight of Honor to Washington D.C.
From Debra Adams, WG Public Relations Committee
Windsor Gardens veteran Fred Johnson received the honor of participating in a Rocky Mountain Honor Flight trip to Washington D.C. from May 12 through May 14, 2022. Rocky Mountain Honor Flight is a Denver-based non-profit organization formed with the goal to fly every able and willing veteran to Washington D.C. to visit the monuments and memorials dedicated to their service.
Veteran Fred Johnson currently lives in building 40 of Windsor Gardens. Fred was born in Uniontown, Virginia, and entered the army on March 29, 1949. After basic training he boarded a troop carrier in San
Francisco that was headed for Okinawa, Japan, his first duty station. Somewhere in the middle of the Pacific Ocean they announced a change of destination to Korea and landed in Pusan, Korea, on August 12, 1950. The first week of December 1950 they were sent up to Chosin Reservoir.
Fred was in the 536-field engineer company, 8th Army, Sergeant First Class, when discharged from the army on August 12, 1958.
The Rocky Mountain Honor Flight trip that Fred participated in included 26 veterans, with one WWII vet, a few Vietnam vets, but mostly Korean vets, along with the guardians that volunteered to accompany them.
Fred feels so very proud and honored to have served our country and to have been selected to go on this flight of honor.
Donations cover all the expenses for the veterans. The guardians all pay for their own expenses and feel it to be an honor to escort the veterans.
WG Flag Corps Honored on Flag Day
From Jeanne Lee, WG Public Relations Committee
On Flag Day, June 14, 2022, members of the WG Flag Corps gathered in the gazebos for a show of appreciation for their members who display flags on WG buildings. Corps members were presented flag corps patches and certificates of participation.
WG Flag Corps member Lin Perkin, Board of Directors member Dennis Knight and Community Response Officer Ivanka Vachier, who raises the entrance and parking lot flags each morning she is on duty.
Lin Perkin presents Phil Freedman
(Building 78) his corps certificate.
WG Flag Corps Flag Facts
The meaning of the colors of the US Flag:
Red = bravery and valor
White = purity and liberty
Blue = perseverance and justice
Windsor Life Available via Audio Broadcast
Do you struggle to read the Windsor Life newspaper, but want to hear all the updates? The Windsor Life is broadcast by the Audio Information Network of Colorado (AINC). The audio is available on Spotify, iTunes and on the AINC website. Just search for “Windsor Life Community Newspaper”.
We encourage any residents wishing to listen to register as listeners through AINC. You can subscribe by filling out the application at this link: https://aincolorado.org/listener-application/
Low Vision Listeners
For our low vision listeners: You may qualify for an Amazon Echo through AINC and then would be able to listen to the Windsor Life community newspaper through the Alexa app on the Echo device. Subscribe as a listener online at https://aincolorado.org/listenerapplication/ or by calling 303-786-7777 for assistance and more details.
Subscribing also will enable you to make use of the many programs AINC offers. They provide an amazing array of interesting content. You can also listen by phone to the audio of Windsor Life community newspaper by calling 303-786-7777 and following these steps:
Press 1 for Espanol or Press 2 for English
Press 1 for Local News
Press 75 for Windsor Life Community Newspaper
Julia Ann Wilkins Turns 100
By Jeanne Lee, WG Public Relations CommitteeJulia Ann Wilkins was born in Noblesville, Indiana, a community of 1,500 near Indianapolis, on July 15, 1922, to Herbert Halsey and Leona Avery. She had one brother Edward (Bud), who pre-deceased her. Her father was a Linotype operator for the Noblesville Daily News. Growing up as a black schoolgirl, she said she never really had any problems in school, but she did have to ride in the back of the school bus and sit in the back corner of the movie theater. Math was her favorite subject and she read a lot of novels. One weekend after high school graduation, Julia and her friends went to the movie. The theater had a custom of holding a drawing from those in attendance and Julia won $100 that afternoon. This winning paid her tuition to beauty school, and she worked as a beautician for five years in Fort Wayne.
In 1949, Julie married Fred Wilkins who lived across the street in Denver and they were married over 50 years. They had one son, Terrance, who is deceased. When asked if she had any
grandchildren, Julia replied, “No, I’m the end of the line.” She and Fred also lived in Atlanta “long enough to buy a house and pay it off.”
Julia worked as a clerk for the city and county of Denver until her retirement in 1962. Fred and Terrance were both graduates of the University of Denver, and Fred held a GS13 classification as a government employee.
Julia moved to WG about 15 years ago following the passing of her husband. When asked about activities at WG, she said she “attended about everything they offered that interested her” when she was able to drive and get around on her own. Although now she doesn’t get out often, she lives solo with help only with laundry, groceries, cleaning and a few errands.
When talking about her hobbies, Julia said she did “a little bit of everything when it came to needlework –needlepoint, crochet, knitting, and sewing.” Her bed is covered with a beautiful hand-sewn quilt and her walls are adorned with beautiful needlework. When she lived in Park Hill she was active in helping to teach craft classes.
Happy 100th Birthday, Julia!
Pets Corner
By Mike Lopez, WG board member and George's companionMy name is George. Many of you have read about my adventures. This time I get to share my own story.
a bag of stuff to toss down the chute (that scares me every time the door swings shut). I followed them back into the hallway. Then a run to the door to find it was still closed. Soon a nice man in a uniform came up to me. He opened a little yellow envelope to find a key. He opened my door and I scampered to my nest. Home sweet home. Then I shut my eyes to fall asleep.
SEND US YOUR PET STORIES & PHOTOS
Email your pet companion stories to Mike.Lopez@ wgamail.com or to Windsor Life at windsorlife@wgamail. com.
Deep in a catnap, I was chasing an eclipse of moths around the apartment. My companion opened the door on his way out to leave me. I slipped into the hall unnoticed. He was busy as usual talking to that lighted box he carries around as I watched him go. May as well pace the hall, I thought to myself, from end to end on patrol to keep us all safe. But then coming back to my own door I saw that it was closed. That’s odd. I meowed. I pushed my Popeye arms under the door to rip at the carpet. I jumped as high as I could and banged on the door. Nothing happened. Oh boy, here comes a familiar face. He picked me up and tossed me in the storage room complaining about allergies. How did he know I liked the cold tile floor? I could see him talk into one of those lighted boxes. He said my companion’s name. And then he left. More people came in with
Digital Tablet Rental for WG Residents
Rent a digital tablet for just $1 per day. Your first rental (up to 7 days) will be FREE. The tablets are equipped with unlimited data for internet access, video calls, virtual classes, social media, and much more. To request a rental, call Liz Nickel at 303-364-7485, ext. 1531.
I woke up to the sound of keys fumbling to open the door. My companion walks in. I get up to greet him and we nuzzle. He checks my water and food bowls. “Anything happen today, George? I bet you slept the day away, you lazy rascal.” I just stared. But if he checks the Community Response section of the Windsor Life, he’ll find one extra “lock out” to make an even dozen for the month. Better keep my mouth shut for now and tell myself it was all just a dream. And a big thank you to our Community Response officers for a job well done.
Please share stories about your favorite companion. So much love to share.
Mike.Lopez@WGAmail.com
100+ Birthday Features
Do you know a WG resident with a 100th+ birthday coming up? We would love to feature them in a future Windsor Life. Let us know at windsorlife@wgamail.com.
Optimists Love to See Kiddos Using their Talents: Visual Arts Competion Winners
From Kelli Schuttinga, WG Optimist Club Member
Every spring the WG Optimists sponsor a visual arts competition for local elementary school children. This year five schools were invited to participate, and two of them submitted with a total of 18 entries. The theme of the program was appropriately entitled, "Optimism."
WG Optimist Club members voted on the entries and selected four winners. First place received $75; second place, a tie, each received $50; and third place received $25. The first-place winner was from Place Bridge Academy. Her name is Rawan, and her story is quite
remarkable. Rawan and her family are refugees from Syria, and they have lived here for only six months. The bright colors and symbols in Rawan’s artwork express happiness and optimism. Her drawing will be sent on to the Optimist International contest. Why not attend one of the Optimist meetings? Find out how you can become part of helping children attain positive goals. We meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month in CenterPoint East. Call Carol for information at: 303-363-4113.
Wanted: A Fun Time at WG's Monthly Dance
From John Bristol, WG Monthly Dance Host
Our Western-themed dance on June 18, 2022, featured Deejay Johnson and the Youngheart Band. We did our best to make our dancers feel Wanted. Some tough hombres showed up and some were apprehended.
WG Art Club Show Makes Grand Return
It was a great turnout at the 2022 WG Art Club Art Show, running June 9 through 11. The art club showcased 26 of their artist members with many selling pieces, including some new members who had never been in an art show before. Even some of the club’s “just starting to paint” artists did well.
People’s Choice Awards
Best of Show for Painting
Kay Yost
“Genesis 1:1 In the Beginning”
Mixed Media Painting
Best of Show for Photography or Other Media
diane lather belfour
“Afternoon Swim”
Photography on Metal
A total of 175 people voted in the People’s Choice Awards. The chairperson of the People's Choice Awards, Priscilla Kai, presented a $50 prize to each of the winners. The art club will be adding a new category for the People’s Choice Awards next time for the best new, up-and-coming artist. They want Windsor Gardens to know they want members of all levels in their club!
Thank You!
The art club would like to thank the El Gran Jardin restaurant for their support and for offering meal specials to support them in return.
Thank you to the golf shop and restaurant for displaying art show posters in their windows.
Thanks also to Activities Director Charlie Schmidt and Assistant Activities Director Renee Jennings for helping the club get back on the proverbial horse after not doing this labor-intensive show for three years. And thank you to all the volunteers who made this the best show ever!
Golf Tournament Weekend
Junior Tournament Winners
1st Place: Braiden Portie and Kota Ogi (Score: 26 -1)
2nd Place: Collin Portie and JT Flora (Score: 28 +1)
3rd Place: Kyle Wiggs and Andrew Wiggs (Score: 29 +2)
Night Tournament Winners
1st Place: Terri Propp, Tim Nyman, Amy Roth and Taylor G. (Score: 26 -1)
2nd Place: Gay Ann Ost, George Bryan, Bobby Jackson and Austen Scott (Score: 26 -1)
3rd Place: Joe Muckler and Team (Score: 27)
Saturday Tournament Winners
1st Place: Matt Green, Braxton, Derek and Luke (Score: 23 -4)
2nd Place: Beth Vaden, James Vaden, JR Johnson and Tangie Daniels (Score: 26 -1)
3rd Place: Tom Hooker, Cy Hooker, Gary Barranco and Greg Goosens (Score: 27)
June 17 & 18, 2022
Golfers under the age of 17 and a few dads competed in the WG Junior Golf Tournament the morning of Friday, June 17, kicking off the 60th Anniversary Golf Tournament weekend! The junior shotgun scramble started promptly at 9 a.m. and was followed by a pizza party on El Gran Jardin’s patio. The winning duo scored 26, which is just one under par. All players received medals or trophies along with door prizes. Proceeds from the junior golfer registration, combined with a generous contribution from our sponsor Bellco, allowed for a donation of $600 to Children’s Hospital of Colorado. The donation was accepted by the WG Chapter of Children’s Hospital Volunteers President, Linda Kumar.
Friday evening, the events continued with a successful Night Tournament. We had 40 individuals playing through the glowing course. The lights were spectacular and the scores were unbelievable. All participants shared in receiving door prizes that were sponsored from local businesses. The winning team scored one under par at 26, and the team members were awarded with Rockies tickets, dinner vouchers for Texas Roadhouse and $50 per player. The second-place winners also scored 26 and received gift cards or certificates from various local merchants and $40 each. The third-place winners scored 27 and were also awarded certificates from local merchants along with $30 each. The tournament participants enjoyed a barbecue on El Gran Jardin’s patio prior to the start of play.
Donation to CHC $600 donation given to Children's Hospital Colorado from the youth tournament registration
The final 60th anniversary tournament was played the morning of Saturday, June 18, and was also a big success with 38 players participating. Our own golf shop team scored 6 under par or 21. The winning team of non-staff players scored 23, which is 4 under par with a $100 prize to each player. The second-place team scored 26, with $75 going to each team member, and the thirdplace team scored 27 and was awarded $50 per player. A barbecue followed the tournament where door prizes were awarded as well.
Emerald Greens Golf continued
Golf Instruction
6-Week Group Series for WG Residents: Are you a brand-new golfer or have interest in learning the game? Unsure of how to start? Sign up for a FREE, 6-week group series with WG Golf Instructor Mike Hantske. Please sign up on the interest list in the Emerald Greens Golf Shop. Class space will be limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis, capacity of 4 to 6. Additional classes may be added based on demand.
Adult Golf Lessons: One-on-one private lessons for adults are also available. $45 for 30 minutes, $60 for 60 minutes. Contact Michael Hantske at 303-927-8162 or Hantskemt@yahoo.com.
Thank You!
A BIG THANK YOU to our Emerald Sponsors who helped support the anniverary tournament events through financial donations and giveaways and by having a presence at the tournaments!
Thank you to…
Bellco for the generous financial donation and contributing financial books for the juniors, other take away items and an additional donation to Children’s Hospital Colorado.
The Grossman Team for the generous financial donation and for the golfer goodie bags for each player.
Kaiser Permanente for the generous financial donation and the new 60th anniversary flags on the course.
Keller Williams for the generous financial donation, golfer treats, popsicles and door prizes
Wholesale Windows for the generous financial donation and presence at the event.
Brothers Both Get First Hole in One
WG residents and brothers, Cy Hooker and Tom Hooker, recently both got their first hole in one within a couple of weeks of each other on the Emerald Greens Golf Course. Congratulations, Cy and Tom!
Sponsors and Volunteers
Thank you also to the local merchants and generous volunteers who also contributed to the success of the golf tournaments: Colorado Rockies, Lenny’s Ski and Golf Shop, Rocky Mountain Soda, Chick-fil-A, Texas Roadhouse, Snooze, Grease Monkey, Golden Corral, Red Lobster, Baskin Robins, Menchies Frozen Yogurt, Subway, Lowry Car Wash, Alameda Liquor Mart, Sport Clips, CO Fire Services, Fat Boys, Mod Pizza, Napa Auto Parts, Freddy’s, Nancy Stroud, Patty Brooks, Tami Whitcomb, Alan Zelinkoff and Ruth Napier, and many more.
And thank you to all the Windsor Gardens volunteers, administration, activities, golf shop, grounds, and maintenance employees and the board members who helped make this special event a big success, especially Bobbie Mays who chaired the tournament planning and execution. Congratulations (x3) on such successful tournaments!
Editor’s Note: In the June Windsor Life, Keller Williams should have been included as a listed sponsor for the Anniversary Golf Tournaments on page 21. We apologize to Keller Williams for the error.
HAPPY HOUR
Monday thru Friday, 2 PM to 6 PM, Buy One Get One 1/2 Off
DAILY SPECIALS
Monday Two Free Fountain Drinks with Any Pizza
Tuesday $2.25 Tacos (only Asada, Chicken or Carnitas)
$7 Margaritas
Wednesday $10 Burgers and $12 BBQ Pull Pork Burger
Thursday Free Soda or One Domestic Beer When You Get Fish and Chips
Friday Prime Rib with Your Choice of Baked Potato, Fries or Mashed Potatoes with a Side of Seasonal Veggies (4 PM - 7 PM) $24.99
$5.99 Appetizers (Guac & Chips, Onion Rings and Mozzarella Sticks) (Dine In Only)
**4TH OF JULY **
SPECIAL
$24.99 per person
3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Your Choice of Two (2) Meats:
BBQ Pig on the Spit, Brisket and Chicken – OR –
One serving of Salmon
Entrée includes Coleslaw, Baked Beans and Fries.
Drinks will be charged separately.
7-piece band will be playing from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
There will be a 2-drink minimum for customers who are not eating during the performance. Please RSVP for groups larger than 10 people.
Celebration Festival
Saturday, June 25, 2022
In 1962, the Windsor Gardens Association was a novel concept in Colorado as the first age-restricted condominium community in the state, paving the way for condominium associations in both vision and legislation. It remains the largest condominium association in Colorado located on 154 acres, with 2,689 units and approximately 3,500 residents.
Thursday, June 23, 2022, marked 60 years since Windsor Gardens was developed by Werner Livingston and Howard Farkas. The community celebrated this special occasion with a festival for its residents on Saturday, June 25, 2022, with music, entertainment, carnival games and more. Resident entertainers were featured, including the Windsor Gardens’ Encore Dancers, Time4Tap group, Rudy Grant and the Buffalo Riders, and others. Additionally, the iconic (and controversial) “Eternal Youth” statue was on display at ground level for the first time in 60 years after high winds swept it from the community’s entrance tower in April of this year. Original developer Howard Farkas (98) was also present, assisting at the festival’s historical display, which featured favored elements of Windsor Gardens’ past and present. The evening ended with a concert headlined by the Nacho Men and a spectacular first time ever fireworks display on the golf course. Windsor Gardens has a rich history and pride that makes it more than a typical condominium association – it’s a true community.
Saturday, June 25, 2022, went down in the record books as a magnificent celebratory event for Windsor Gardens, a significant milestone in the city of Denver, and an example of a successfully operated HOA, 60 years in the making.
THANK YOU TO OUR FESTIVAL SPONSORS
Elite Entertainment Sponsor CCIG
Fireworks Sponsors
Grossman Dream Homes
CharterWest Consulting, Inc.
Party Starters
Orten Cavanagh Holmes & Hunt, LLC
Western Specialty Contractors
MCN Group Inc.
Innovative Financial Solutions
Grossman Dream Homes
Benjamin Bender
Experience Enhancers
inMotion Group Properties
Carol Guzman/Your Cas1tle Real Estate
Comcast Xfinity
District 5 Councilwoman Sawyer
Leetsdale Cop Shop
LiveWell CO
Foresight–Adventure Guides for the Blind
Entertainment Agents
CSC Serviceworks
Pilera Software, LLC
Cherry Creek Retirement Village
Tom Yook
Dennis Knight
Patty Clark
Unique Givers
Home Care Assistance
Innovative Financial Solutions
Team K
60TH ANNIVERSARY MERCHANDISE
Check out our 60th anniversary online store at https://www.bonfire.com/store/wg60/. Mugs, tote bags, short and long sleeve t-shirts and sweatshirts are available in various colors! Prices range from $16 to $32 and will ship directly to your home. 60th anniversary ball caps and visors are also available for sale in the Emerald Greens Golf Shop for $22!
COMMUNITY CENTER TOURS
Are you a new (or longtime) resident and don’t know where to find 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 tours will be on Saturday, July 9, and Saturday, August 13, 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 CENTER INSTRUCTION
Drop-in and work with instructor Kathy Zimmer in the fitness center. She is available a few dates each month. FREE for residents. This month's dates and times: Friday, July 8, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Thursday, July 14, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Tuesday, July 19, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
WINDSOR GARDENS LIBRARY
The WG Library is located on the second floor of CenterPoint and is open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. New books in the glass cases include titles on the bestseller lists. Volunteers are on duty for checkout of new books Monday through Friday, 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., excluding holidays. The open shelves hold an extensive selection of books (regular, large print and paperbacks), which may be borrowed anytime during the day.
DPL BOOKMOBILE AT WG
The Denver Public Library bookmobile will next be at WG on July 1, July 15 and July 29 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
DPL HOME DELIVERY SERVICE
DPL's home delivery service offers over 2.2 million items, including regular, large print and audio books, CDs and DVDs. To get started, contact Cindy Schneider at 720-865-1351 or at homedelivery@denverlibrary.org.
INDOOR POOL
Weekly indoor pool schedules are available outside of the Activities Office and on the WG website: www.windsorgardensdenver.org
OUTDOOR POOL
OUTDOOR POOL OPERATING HOURS
Pool is open daily from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Pool area is closed daily from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. for cleaning and mowing.
There is no lifeguard on duty except from 10 a.m. to noon every day of the week when child swim is offered.
GUEST PRIVILEGES FOR THE OUTDOOR POOL
Guests are defined as those persons not possessing a WG identification card, but who are invited and accompanied by a resident at all times.
Guests are required to pay a fee of $1 per visit.
Guests must always be accompanied by the sponsoring resident who is responsible for the actions of their guests at all times.
Guests will be limited to four per resident at one time.
Guests under 17 years, accompanied by a resident, may use the pool and the surrounding area only when a lifeguard is on duty between the hours of 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. and only if accompanied in the pool by the resident who is their sponsor.
Guests 17 years of age and older, accompanied by a resident, may use the pool during regular hours.
SEEKING ADDITIONAL LIFEGUARDS!
Do you know a certified lifeguard who would like to work a few mornings each week? The pay is the best in Denver! Have them contact the Activities Office for more information: 720-862-1533.
Residents are not to loan their guests the resident’s I.D. card.
Temporary I.D. cards may be requested through the administration office for temporary, out-of-town guests, providing they are at least 17 years of age and are staying with a resident at least one week.
CHILD SWIM
Guests under 17 years, accompanied by a resident, may use the pool and surrounding area only when a lifeguard is on duty.
This season’s child swim times are: Daily from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
All guests are $1 per person and must be accompanied by a WG resident.
*No child swim will be available July 22.
Injured in an automobile / truck / pedestrian accident?
Call Windsor Gardens resident and trial lawyer GEORGE A. KOKUS, ESQ., associated with the Ferris Law Firm, for a free consultation via telephone or teleconference.
Phone: 303-639-6103
Email: gkokus@aol.com
C L A S S E S
WG classes are free of charge and available to WG residents ONLY. Please support your favorite classes, as we require a minimum of 10 students to maintain our instructors. Performing and creative arts classes are on summer break to resume in September.
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: Mondays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the INDOOR POOL. Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the OUTDOOR POOL for the season.
¡ CHAIR EXERCISE: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the AUDITORIUM.
¡ CHAIR ZUMBA: Saturdays from 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 at 6:15 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM.
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¡ TAI CHI: Tuesdays and Thursdays 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.
GOLF
¡ GOLF CLASSES INTEREST LIST: Sign up for a FREE, 6-week group series with Golf Instructor Mike Hantske. Date and time of the new class is to be determined. Please sign up on the interest list in the Emerald Greens Golf Shop. Class space will be limited and on a firstcome, first-serve basis, capacity of 6. Additional classes may be added based on demand.
COMMUNITY CENTER TOURS FOR RESIDENTS: 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 the Activities Department for a short community center tour, only one hour.
Our next tours will be Saturday, July 9, and Saturday, August 13, at 10 a.m. Meet our resident tour guide at the CENTERPOINT fireplace (inside the entrance of 597 S. Clinton St.) You will receive a goodie bag and info on the various activities happening at WG!
Events listed in chronological order.
¡ WG FARMERS MARKET with FRUIT SHACK: Fruit Shack is at WG every Saturday in the AUDITORIUM PARKING LOT from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or until they sell out. Various fruits, vegetables, breads and jams will be for sale. Cash and credit cards accepted, sorry no checks.
¡ BOLLYWOOD DANCE
WORKSHOP: Tuesday, July 5, at 3 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Join our guest instructor, Deepali, a professional Indian dancer and choreographer, as she brings her workshop of Indian dances from four regions of India. Northeast, north, northwest and western India. This bonanza of Indian dances was specially chosen for this workshop to give you a sense of how diverse and beautiful Indian melodies and movements are. In between dancing, there will be short interactions, giving you an intimate
glimpse of the subcontinent, not often to be found in textbooks or the internet. FREE. Please RSVP at the Activities Desk in the community center.
¡ TRIVIA FUN DAY: Friday, July 15, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. 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. Prizes and refreshments sponsored by Livewell Colorado.
Conservancy. The project intends to upgrade the existing 8’ asphalt trail to a 10’ concrete trail with an adjacent 6’ crusher fines trail and meet ADA standards.
Join Denver Parks and Recreation Senior Trail Planner, Adam Lind, and High Line Canal Conservancy Director of Planning and Implementation, Josh Phillips, to hear more and participate in the Q&A. Please RSVP for this event at the Activities Desk.
HIGH LINE CANAL TRAIL UPGRADES INFORMATIONAL
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MEETING: Wednesday, July 20, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in CENTERPOINT We will discuss upcoming trail improvements to the High Line Canal Trail between Parker Rd and Havana St. The project is a partnership between Denver Parks and Recreation and the High Line Canal
¡ PIRATE HISTORY OF JAMAICA presentation by KATHLEEN ARNOLD: Wednesday, July 20, 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Jamaica has an exciting history full of pirate stories from the 17th century. Jamaica's Port Royal was once a famous pirate haven and one of the wickedest and wealthiest towns in the world.
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FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk. Sponsored by Cherry Creek Retirement Village.
¡ ACTIVE MINDS – ICELAND: Thursday, July 21, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. After many years of strong economic growth, Iceland’s banking system collapsed in 2008 resulting in a severe economic depression. After recovering, the economy grew again, and Iceland became a popular tourist destination. Join Active Minds as we review Iceland’s history and explore some of the characteristics of the country that make it unique among the countries of the world.
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk. This event is brought to you by Windsor Gardens, Five Star Residences, Garden Plaza, Kaiser Permanente, Bright Health Care and Active Minds.
¡ FIGHT BACK AGAINST STRESS
– NATURAL GROCERS CLASS: Friday, July 22, at 10 a.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. While it’s impossible to remove all stress from your life, incorporating a few specific nutrients can help
you deal with life’s many stressors. Presented by Nutritional Health Coach Juli Baumblatt from Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage. FREE. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.
¡ CYBER SECURITY & FRAUD PREVENTION: Thursdays, July 28, and August 25, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. In 2020, 28% of the $4.1 billion stolen from Americans through online scams came out of the pockets of seniors over the age of 60, according to the FBI. That amounts to about $1 billion scammed out of seniors in 2020, an increase of about $300 million for the same demographic the year before. These frauds are largely preventable. Learn how to spot a scam, how to prevent becoming a victim and what to do should you fall victim to a scam.
FREE. Please sign up at the Activities Desk in the community center. Sessions sponsored by Kasie Fogleman of Colorado Home and Land at Keller Williams Avenues Realty LLC.
¡ BINGO with the BOOKMOBILE: Friday, July 29, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in
C A S I N O T R I P S
CENTERPOINT. Come join the friendly bookmobile team from the Denver Public Library as they host a rousing bingo session with some fabulous prizes!
FREE. Please sign up at the Activities Desk
¡ ANNUAL WG CLASSES, CLUBS & GROUPS EXPO: Friday August 12, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in CENTERPOINT and the AUDITORIUM. Join us for the Classes Expo and the Clubs and Groups Expo – both on the same day. Light refreshments will be served.
CLASS EXPO: Our class instructors will be in CENTERPOINT to talk about their classes with supply lists if applicable. Many of our instructors will be doing demonstrations. Stop by and get acquainted before classes begin.
CLUBS & GROUPS EXPO: Members of various clubs and groups will be in the AUDITORIUM on the same day, allowing you to “see it all” in one day. Join us for a look at the many clubs and groups that are at home at Windsor Gardens.
¡ BALLY’S CASINO VIA COLORADO COACH: Our next trip is Tuesday, July 19. Bus departs from the ADMINISTRATIVE PARKING LOT at 9:00 a.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. Minimum of 30 required to travel. Cost: $15 per person; sign up in advance at the Activities Desk. All bus riders must sign a bus waiver upon purchase of tickets. Tickets must be purchased prior to the day of departure. No refunds for no-shows or cancellations on day of departure. This outing is for residents of Windsor Gardens only.
Two different movies every month! Bring your friends and family!
WG AUDITORIUM
Cost: $5 per person includes a great movie, a small bag of popcorn, soda or water and candy. Tickets are purchased at the door. Please, no bills larger than $20.
Whenever possible Closed Captioning is utilized.
KNIVES OUT
Saturday, July 9, 2 p.m.
The circumstances surrounding the death of crime novelist Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer) are mysterious, but there's one thing that renowned Detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) knows for sure -- everyone in the wildly dysfunctional Thrombey family is a suspect. Rating: PG-13. Runtime: 2h 10m.
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¡ SATURDAY NIGHT DANCE with a TROPICAL THEME: Saturday, July 16, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Live musical entertainment by Tom Yook. Treats and punch will be served. Wear your tropical shirts, skirts, shorts, and leis if you’d like! Come socialize, dance the night away, and get some free hula lessons!
Cost: $5 for WG residents and $8 for non-residents.
EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE
Saturday, July 23, 2 p.m.
An aging Chinese immigrant (Michelle Yeoh) is swept up in an insane adventure, where she alone can save the world by exploring other universes connecting with the lives she could have led. Rating: R. Runtime: 2h 12m.
¡ 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 5 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!
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¡ MAHJONG: Fridays, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the CARD ROOM. Hope to see you there! Lessons offered to newcomers. Please contact Catherine Elliott at 720-949-0917.
¡ PINOCHLE: FRIDAY NIGHT PINOCHLE at 6:15 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. For more information call 303-366-1367.
¡ PINOCHLE: LADIES PINOCHLE played on Thursdays at 6:15 p.m. in the ALLPURPOSE ROOM. For information call Beverly Horn at 303-364-8704.
¡ POKER: Wednesdays, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the CARD ROOM. Dealer’s choice.
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¡ RUMMIKUB is played on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each 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 303-8853216.
¡ SCRABBLE GROUP meets every Monday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. Join us for this popular crossword board game! Please wear a mask. Contact Beth Vaden at 303-875-3422 or par4beth@ msn.com with any questions.
¡ ART CLUB will not meet in July or August. Regular meetings on the first Friday of each month will resume in September. For information on our club, or to be added to the list to receive membership information contact emery1625@gmail.com. Original art and photography will continue to be available for viewing and sale in the glass display case in CenterPoint.
We are also looking for crafters who would like to donate items for the fall craft sale. Please contact Linda Kumar, President, at 303253-4201 with any questions, to donate items for above events, or for more information about our group.
will serve other parts of Denver. We will say hello to Senator Robert Rodriquez who is our incoming district Senator for Windsor Gardens. The winners of the Colorado Democratic Primary election ending June 28 will be known and addressed during the July 13 meeting as well.
¡ CHILDREN’S
HOSPITAL COLORADO ASSOCIATION OF VOLUNTEERS,
WG CHAPTER, will hold our next monthly meeting on Monday, July 18, at 9:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. Everyone is welcome to join us and hear from speakers from Children’s Hospital Colorado who will inform us about the many areas we can support.
SEND US PHOTOS OF YOUR CLUB OR GROUP'S ACTIVITIES
We'd love to include photos with a description of your group or club's activities in Windsor Life or on the Windsor Gardens Facebook page. Send your photos to: windsorlife@wgamail.com.
Please register your email address with Sallyanne Ofner at wgdemclub2021@ gmail.com. New members are welcome to phone 720-472-4632 to take part in our highly active group. Watch for our pre-meeting dinner gathering at 5:30 p.m. at the El Gran Jardin Restaurant located in CenterPoint.
Please save the date for our next bake sale, Bernie’s Bake Sale, on Friday, August 26. We are looking for donated, gently used treasures for our Annie’s Attic sale taking place in the fall. Our flyers are posted in the buildings around our community with information regarding donations.
BRIAN CASSIDY
Mobile: 303-241-9265
Address: 2467 S. VICTOR ST. UNIT C AURORA, CO 80014
Email: CONNOROCK77@GMAIL.COM
¡ DEMOCRATIC CLUB: Wednesday, July 13, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. This meeting is all about the very productive 2022 Colorado legislative session. Three prominent and dedicated Democratic legislators will talk about the issues of our times and bills that were considered to address them. These bills often addressed issues crucial to WG residents. Due to re-districting, we will be saying goodbye to our current Colorado Senator Chris Hansen and Representative Steve Woodward as they
¡ DRUM CIRCLE meets every Sunday from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the back of Parking Lot 14 by the High Line Canal Trail. In the event of inclement weather, our meeting will be held in CENTERPOINT WEST. Come check us out. Bring your own drum, a chair and join the fun! Visitors are always welcome. For more information contact Diane at 720-653-9354.
¡ 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. Our group is currently on summer break and not meeting. We will return in September. For more info contact Hillary Hutson at spicy47@comcast.net or 303919-4512.
¡ FLAG CORPS AT WG: Are you passionate about our nation’s flag? Do you post the flag for your building? This group was formed to offer an opportunity for those who
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hold a common interest to meet and share their knowledge of the flags of the United States and Colorado and promote their proper respect, handling and display. Join us every other month on the first Monday at 11 a.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. Our next meeting will be Monday, August 1.
¡ FUNTASTIC FRIDAYS GOLF GROUP: We are a group of ladies (and a few men), generally beginners and intermediates (though all skill levels are welcome) who want to play just for fun. Getting in a day of practice is a plus. More information is available in the golf shop and registration forms are on the bulletin board. Questions or comments? Call Anita Matthews at 303-340-4051.
¡ GARDEN CLUB: Anyone who does not currently have a garden and wants to get on the waiting list can email: BoardWCGC@gmail.com.
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We normally meet on the second Tuesday each month at 7 p.m. in CenterPoint. Our next meeting is Tuesday, July 12, at 7 p.m. Semper Fidelis.
¡ OPTIMIST CLUB: The Optimists have moved their meeting time to the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Contact Carol at 303-363-4113 or carolb495@hotmail.com for more information about the club.
¡ 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
***NEW GROUP***
CENTERPOINT. All are welcome to attend. For more information, please contact Kate Flaharty at djt2017@hotmail.com or 720-278-6670.
¡ RV & TENTERS CLUB meets on the 3rd Friday of every month in the ASPEN ROOM from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more information contact Stuart at 720-206-4184.
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SIGN LANGUAGE FOR BEGINNERS GROUP will meet on Tuesdays from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM beginning July 5. Join instructor Bruce as he teaches and explores sign language vocabulary and conversational sign language. It will be a weekly ongoing look into this fascinating and unique language.
SPANISH LANGUAGE EXPLORERS (BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE) will meet 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! Come join Yvette as she teaches an ongoing Spanish course to this group dedicated to learning more Spanish and more about the Spanish language.
¡ KARAOKE GROUP: If you enjoy singing in the car, in the shower, or just like to sing or listen to music, come share your joy with us at the WG Karaoke Group. We meet every 3rd Monday of the month in CENTERPOINT WEST from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Contact Becky Stefanski at bobbecstef@icloud.com or 303945-1479 with questions.
¡ 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.
¡ MARINE CORPS LEAGUE
– WINDSOR MARINES AND LADIES
AUXILIARY will next meet on Tuesday, July 12, at 19:00 in CENTERPOINT. Please attend and join in this brotherhood of fellow Marines. Call Commandant Don Howell at 720-216-0993 or Barry Georgopulos at 303-360-6302. 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 we would like to welcome you to join us as members of the extended Marine family.
out for future workshops! Bring your own paddle if you have one, or there are some available to use.
¡ PRIDE WINDSOR GARDENS: We are a LGBTQ+ group and our allies. We meet at WG once a month as well as having meetups at least once a week at other places. If you would like to be added to our email list or would like more information, contact Dawn at Drsvamp2@ aol.com or call/text 720-937-1007
¡ QUILTS OF VALOR GROUP meets the first Friday of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the SEWING ROOM. Quilts of Valor (QOV) is a nationwide organization with groups in all 50 states, nine groups in Colorado and a 14-member group at WG. QOV’s mission is to cover service members and living veterans with comforting and healing quilts. The WG group collaborates on the quilts. We sew together once a month, and then we work on them at home. We donate our time and fund our fabrics with our own money and donations. We find it very rewarding to see the veterans as they receive their quilts. Often there are tears in everyone's eyes when the quilts are presented. 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. Please join us on the first Friday of the month!
¡ REPUBLICAN CLUB: Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. in
¡ TIME4TAP: If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to tap dance or you’d like to renew your tap dance skills, Time4Tap is for you. We meet on Tuesdays in the AUDITORIUM. Intermediate/advanced tap meets from 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and beginners tap meets from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. If you have questions, call or email Julie Whalen at 303-550-5985 or jwhalen97@ comcast.net or just drop in on a Tuesday and make Time4Tap!
¡ TORAH DISCUSSION CLUB meets every Thursday, from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. We are accepting new members to read and discuss the ancient Jewish Bible for a better understanding of what it means in today's society. Jewish and nonJewish residents are invited. To join, please contact Nate Khodadad at 720-989-5479.
¡ 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.
¡ WINDSORETTES GOLF LEAGUE: If you would like to obtain more information regarding the Windsorettes, please feel free
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to contact Charlotte Engelbrecht (President) at 303-341-4628 or Kristin Brotherton (Vice President) at 303-819-0130.
¡ WINDSOR WALKERS: Every 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
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joy of writing and sharing short pieces weekly on a variety of topics that members take turns in choosing. No qualifications needed, just creative folks who enjoy writing and sharing observations, ideas, and stories.
¡ WOOD CARVERS & CRAFTERS meets 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, and 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
S U P P O R T G R O U P S from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, please call Sara at 720-544-1157.
¡ LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP will meet IN PERSON on Monday, July 11, at 11 a.m. in CENTERPOINT EAST. The topic will
F A I T H G R O U P S @ WG
be “Traveling with Low Vision – Taking Trips with Confidence and Resources. Join Alexia Diaz, Beyond Vision Skills Educator, for this educational opportunity.
¡ CATHOLIC MASS, FIRST FRIDAY: First Friday at 9:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT EAST. All are welcome.
¡ CATHOLIC MASS, SUNDAY: Catholic Mass is held on Sundays in
CENTERPOINT at 1 p.m. Catholic Scripture Study on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. in the ALLPURPOSE ROOM.
¡ WINDSOR GARDENS
CHURCH meets each Sunday in-person in
CENTERPOINT and on Zoom. Service also posted on WG Church Facebook page. Prelude at 10 a.m. and worship service at 10:30 a.m. Communion is served the first Sunday of the month.
Please Note: Some paid listings in the below sections are for upcoming informational meetings, workshops, or seminars related to commercial products or services that are 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.
¡ XFINITY EDUCATIONAL
TABLE: Join Xfinity at their educational table on Wednesday, August 3, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. A sales specialist will be here to help with questions you may have about your account or services. Sign up for a 15-minute time slot at the Activities Desk by Tuesday, August 2, space is limited.
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¡ 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 at Walmart at 11:45 a.m.
Bus fare is $1.50. Cash, RTD bus passes, tokens and free ride coupons accepted.
JEWELRY SALES & REPAIR
in CENTERPOINT LOBBY on the second Thursday of the month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendor also puts magnets on necklaces to make them easier to hook. Cash, check, and credit cards accepted.
¡ WATCH REPAIR SERVICE: Batteries replacement and minor repairs on the
first Friday of each month from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in CENTERPOINT LOBBY.
¡ 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.
¡ 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: The Visiting Nurses Association Foot Clinic is at WG on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., in the ASPEN ROOM. Check-in no more than
5 minutes prior to appointment. Reservations required at 303-698-6496. Whether you are a new or returning patient, the cost for foot care is $45 and 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 your plan qualifies you for free foot care before
¡ SUMMER MOVIE AT HARKINS THEATERS: “Tom and Jerry” at 9:45 a.m., $1, at Harkins Theaters in Arvada and Denver.
¡ FREE MINI-GOLF AT DIA: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Denver International Airport
¡ AMC THEATERS’ $5 FAN FAVES: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at multiple locations.
¡ DENVER UNION STATION FREE CONCERT with HAND TURKEY BAND: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Great Hall at Union Station.
¡ CITY OF AURORA’S 4TH OF JULY SPECTACULAR on the AURORA
MUNICIPAL CENTER’S GREAT LAWN: Starts at 6 p.m. Food trucks, musical performances and fun activities. Fireworks will
4TH OF JULY EVENTS
launch at 9:30 p.m. from Bicentennial Park (at Alameda and Potomac) and last about 30 minutes. Those wishing to view the fireworks outside of the Aurora Municipal Center’s Great Lawn can tune-in to Hit’s 95.7 to listen live to the fireworks show’s soundtrack. 15151 E. Alameda Pkwy.
¡ CENTRAL PARK PANCAKE
BREAKFAST & PARADE at the SOUTH GREEN (29th & Roslyn): Pancake breakfast at 9 a.m. Suggested donation of $5/adults, $3/ children or family 4-pack for $12 (donations benefit the swim team). Followed by an oldfashioned parade with bikes, trikes, wagons and scooters beginning at 10:30 a.m.
OTHER EVENTS
¡ PARK HILL 4TH OF JULY PARADE: (23rd Ave. from Dexter St. to Krameria St.): This northeast Denver tradition starts at 1:30 p.m. and includes 50+ floats, bicycles, costumed characters, classic cars, a marching band and more. The parade ends about 3 p.m. at the Kearney Street Fair on the 2200 block of Kearney with food, live music, kids’ activities and more.
¡ WASH PARK 4TH OF JULY FREE CONCERT by the DENVER MUNICIPAL BAND from 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. at Washington Park, 1100 S. Franklin St., Denver, 80210.
¡ CENTRAL PARK CONCERTS at FOUNDERS GREEN: Concerts on The Green on select Saturdays begin at 6 p.m. It’s a great way for the entire family to enjoy music under the stars. The stage is at 29th Ave. and Roslyn St. in the heart of the community. The July concerts are: That ‘80s Band on July 2 and Knot Rock Band on July 30. Seating is available on a first come, first served basis.
¡ 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.
July 5, 1:30 p.m.: Virtual, “Opera Up Close” with the Central City Opera
July 12, 1:30 p.m.: In person, Ageless Grace Brain Workout at Schlessman Family Branch
July 19, 1:30 p.m.: In person, Birds of a Feather: Exploring Birds Through Art, Music and Poetry at Schlessman Family Branch
August 2, 1:30 p.m.: Virtual, Rocky Through Time: Rocky Mountain National Park
August 9, 1:30 p.m.: In person, I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream at Schlessman Family Branch
Sign language interpreters and real-time captioning via CART are available upon request with notice of three business days to SignLanguageServices@denvergov.org or 720-913-8487. For other public accommodation requests or concerns related to a disability, go online to: DisabilityAccess@denvergov.org
¡ MONTHLY BINGO at the JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER (JCC).Join in on the fun! We have exciting prizes in store for you. Dates and times: Thursday, July 7, from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Location: Mizel Reception Room at the JCC.
To register, go online to: Jccdenver.org/portfolioitems/monthly-bingo/ For questions reach out to Rachel Seiger at rseiger@jccdenver.org
¡ SENIOR LUNCHES at the JCC. Tuesdays through Fridays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The JCC hosts older adult lunches in partnership with Jewish Family Service. Masks required in all common areas when you are not eating or drinking. Grab and go meal option is available. For more information, contact Rachel at rseiger@ jccdenver.org.
¡ CURRENT EVENTS
DISCUSSION at the JCC. Fridays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Mizel Reception Room. 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 Rachel at rseiger@jccdenver.org to learn more.
Have you checked out the Windsor Gardens Association Facebook page yet? Go to: www.facebook.com/WindsorGardensAssociation
You can post photos or share news about your building, club or group activities or post a photo of your day at WG. If you know about an event that others in the community might want to participate in, share it at the WG page. If you need help posting or would like us to post something for you, email Lori at windsorlife@wgamail.com.
