Waste Management (WM) does not always adhere to Windsor Gardens’ scheduled recycling collection dates. Last month, WM missed three consecutive collection days, which is unacceptable. Windsor Gardens staff have faced ongoing communication difficulties with WM and have requested a change in our account representative. We are also considering switching to a new carrier. However, due to the limited number of companies available for a community of our size, we would need to make significant adjustments to our collection process for both trash and recycling, with a substantial increase in costs for a new service, as well as additional expenses to meet their requirements, including the potential need for extra staff at Windsor Gardens.
Our unaudited cost for services for the period April 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025, was $259.866.15, including approximately $24,866 in penalties for contaminated and unacceptable items. We continue encountering garbage bags, construction debris, appliances, and other unacceptable items near or inside the recycling bins. WM must sort out these items, resulting in costly penalties, and Windsor Gardens staff must assist, leading to overtime and delays in other regularly scheduled duties.
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WINDSOR LIFE CONTENT & FORMAT SURVEY:
2025 Board Officers & Committees Association Contacts
Executive Committee
y Bobbie Mays, President
y Carol Brooks, Vice President
y Michael Powl, Treasurer
y Dean Deverick, Secretary Appeals Committee
y Dennis Knight, Chair
y Mike Lopez, Board
y Susan Bretschneider, Resident
y Shirley Cox, Resident
y Janis Mayer, Resident Architectural Review Committee
y Dean Deverick, Chair
y Michael Powl, Board
y Ron Baldwin, Resident
y Susan Bretschneider
y Albert Greuter, Resident
y Nona Warburton, Resident
y Tee Williams, Resident Auditing Committee
y Dennis Knight, Chair
y Dean Deverick, Board
y Susan Adamson, Resident
y Peggy Powl, Resident
y Bev Thomas, Resident Board Election Committee
y Carol Brooks, Chair
y Dean Deverick, Board
y Jan Mayer, Resident
y Donna Sanford, Resident
y Gary Roll, Resident
Building Representative Zone Committee (BRZC)
Carol Brooks & Donna Sanford, CoChairs
Zone 1: Shari Swickard
Zone 2: Catherine Elliott
Zone 3: Susan Adamson
Zone 4: Kathy Young
Zone 5: Lisa Davis
Zone 6: Ken DeHate
Zone 7: Susan Bretschneider Community Life Committee
y Mike Lopez, Chair
y Judi Bianco, Board
y Kristin Brotherton, Resident
y Lisa Davis, Resident
y Howard Fitsell, Resident
y Eydie McDaniel, Resident
y Peggy Powl, Resident
y Terry Sprague, Resident
y Patrice Tyler, Resident Employee Relations/Safety Committee
y Dean Deverick, Chair
y Michael Powl, Board
y Lisa Davis, Resident
y Sylvia Francis, Resident
y Ann-Marie Jackson, Resident
y Marilyn Tyler, Resident
y Laura Wells, Resident
y Maintenance Dept. Employee
y Grounds Dept. Employee
y Community Response Officer Entrance Tower Ad Hoc Committee
y Dennis Knight, Chair
y Mike Lopez, Board Member
y Ron Baldwin, Resident
y Kristin Brotherton, Resident
y Ginny Cox, Resident
y Gini Hansen, Resident
y Judy Tauchen, Resident Finance Committee
y Michael Powl, Chair
y Mike Lopez, Board
y Phyllis Davis, Resident
y Mark Euler, Resident
y Sharon Roulhac, Resident
y Terry Sprague, Resident
y Marilyn Tyler, Resident
Governing Documents Review Ad Hoc Committee
y Dennis Knight, Chair
y Mike Lopez, Board
y Kathy Callender, Resident
y Shirley Cox, Resident
y Jan Sheppard, Resident
y Charles Silverman, Resident
y Beverly Williams, Resident
Insurance Committee
y Mike Lopez, Chair
y Judi Bianco, Board
y Ron Baldwin, Resident
y Susan Bretschneider, Resident
y Martin Langley, Resident
y Tee Williams, Resident Long-Range Planning & Innovation Committee
Director of Golf: Joey Schlueter, email: jschlueter@wgamail.com BOARD OF DIRECTORS board@wgamail.com
President: Bobbie Mays
Vice Pres.: Carol Brooks
Treasurer: Michael Powl
Secretary: Dean Deverick
Asst. Treasurer: Mike Lopez Asst. Secretary: Dennis Knight Director-at-Large: Judi Bianco
WINDSOR LIFE: THE NEWS OF WINDSOR GARDENS
Windsor Gardens Association, 595 South Clinton Street, Denver, CO 80247 303-364-7485 www.windsorgardensdenver.org
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.
ADVERTISING: Ad reservations and files are due the 10th of the month prior to the month of publication. Call 303-364-7485 or email karellano@wgamail.com for advertising information.
SUBMISSIONS: Article proposals are reviewed by the WG Public Relations Committee at their monthly meeting on the first Thursday of the month and/or by administrators for possible publication. Please email proposals to WindsorLife@wgamail.com. Drafts for proposed articles approved for publication must be received at WindsorLife@wgamail. com by the 15th of the month prior to the month of publication. Articles will be edited for grammar, clarity, civility and space.
DELIVERY: WINDSOR LIFE IS DELIVERED BY THE END OF THE FIRST WEEK OF THE MONTH.
DISCLAIMER NOTICE: The Windsor Gardens Association, its board of directors and employees and the Windsor Life staff are not responsible or liable for any of the services or products advertised in the Windsor Life publication, nor do we endorse any advertisement, product or service. The association recommends that you research any product or service and check references before hiring any individual or company.
Community & Committee
NOTE: Not all of the committees meet every month.
Attend in Person: Most meetings will be in the Colorado Room with exceptions noted below.
Join by Phone via Zoom: Phone option available for many 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 meetings. Go to www.zoom.com. Click “Join a meeting” and enter the meeting ID and passcode provided with the individual meetings in the below schedule.
To improve security, ALL Zoom participants must RSVP for each committee meeting by emailing wgazm@wgamail. com. Participants who do not RSVP will be verified in the Zoom waiting room before admittance to the meeting. Failure to provide full name and Windsor Gardens address will result in not being admitted to the meeting.
COMMUNITY MEETINGS
HIGH LINE CANAL CONSERVANCY & WG BOARD
Tuesday, June 10, 10 a.m. In person in CenterPoint and via Zoom. See Zoom details below.
DONUTS WITH DONNA
Thursday, June 26, 10 a.m. In person in CenterPoint.
COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Architectural Review Committee Tuesday, June 17, 10 a.m.
Meeting ID: 955 9786 8316 Passcode: 577574
Audit Committee Thursday, June 12, 9 a.m.
In-person only in the Colorado Room.
Board Election Committee Tuesday, June 3, 11:30 a.m.
Meeting ID: 919 7270 3478 Passcode: 732715
Board Special Meeting with High Line Canal Conservancy
Tuesday, June 10, 10 a.m.
Meeting ID: 944 0776 6847 Passcode: 258486
Board Monthly Meeting Thursday, June 19, 9:30 a.m.
Meeting ID: 961 5275 2111 Passcode: 492492
Building Rep. Zone Committee Thursday, June 12, 11 a.m.
Meeting ID: 988 3013 3265 Passcode: 312007
Community Life Committee Wednesday, June 11, 12:30 p.m.
Meeting ID: 992 7855 7877 Passcode: 947867
Finance Committee Tuesday, June 17, 1 p.m.
Meeting ID: 931 2302 5527 Passcode: 583293
COMMITTEE MEETINGS continued on page 4
Association Offices Closed
Independence Day Friday, July 4, 2025
Labor Day Monday, September 1, 2025
Thanksgiving
November 27, 2025
Friday, November 28, 2025
Christmas Wednesday, December 24, 2025
New Year's Day
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Thursday, January 1, 2026
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. No photos please.
Thomas Zimmerman
Thomas Lee Zimmerman, building 17, lost his battle with pancreatic cancer on May 22, 2025, at 75 years old.
Born on April 22, 1950, in Alexandria, Virginia, to Ernest and Isabel Zimmerman (née Fischer), Tom grew up in Aurora, Colorado, with his parents and four brothers. He attended St. Therese Catholic School and eventually graduated from Aurora Central High School in 1968.
IN REMEMBRANCE continued on page 5
Your Turn: Write a Letter
Write a letter to the board, administrators or the community. Letters are published at the discretion of the Windsor Gardens Board of Directors, administrators and editor.
Submission Specifications
The submission deadline is the 15th of the month for consideration for possible publication in next month's issue.
All letters must include the writer’s name, address and phone number for verification purposes. The writer’s name will be included with those letters that are published. Anonymous letters will not be considered.
Letters are published based on space availability. Letters are limited to 300 words and may be edited for grammar, clarity, civility and space. Please provide sources for any articles or data referenced in your letter. Letters containing obvious factual inaccuracies, unattributed facts and quotes, or libelous statements will not be printed.
Reviews, positive or negative, of business lessees of Windsor Gardens will not be published.
To include diverse opinions, letters from the same writer will not be published more than three times per year and not in consecutive issues. Continued responses to other letters will be limited to open the forum for new writers and topics.
E-mail to: WindsorLife@wgamail.com
Mail to: Windsor Life, 595 S. Clinton St., Denver, CO 80247
Distribution of the WG Recycling Bins
I am writing about the distribution of recycling bins. I divided the [Windsor Gardens recycling bins] map in half, top to bottom and side to side, creating four quarters with buildings and bins as follows:
Clearly, there is little or no relationship between the bin locations and the number of people living nearby. It has been suggested
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PRESIDENT'S PEN
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RECYCLING REMINDERS PART 3:
Plastic, Glass, Aluminum and Steel/Tin Cans
I'd like to continue my recycling reminders series by sharing some helpful information on recycling plastic, glass, aluminum, and steel/tin items, which I accumulated from Waste Management and denvergov.org/denverrecycles.
**Plastics**
Let's focus on clean plastic items as outlined in Denver’s recycling guidelines. Not all plastics are accepted in our service. Rigid plastic bottles, jugs, jars, tubs, cups, and containers labeled with recycling symbols #1 through #7 are accepted.
Acceptable Items
- Soda, water, shampoo, and soap bottles
- Milk, laundry detergent, and cat litter jugs
- Yogurt, sour cream, cottage cheese, and butter tubs
- Peanut butter and mayonnaise jars
- Take-out plastic drinking cups
- Plastic trays used for microwave dinners
- Clear "clamshell" containers for strawberries, bakery goods, and salads (remove as much of the price sticker as possible)
- Plastic egg cartons and cookie divider shells
Unacceptable Items
- No plastic bags – these are the #1 recycling contaminant in Denver.
- No bubble wrap or envelopes with interior bubble wrap
- No candy or food wrappers
- No cassettes, DVDs, CDs, or plastic cases
- No containers larger than 3 gallons
- No garden hoses or plastic tubes
- No juice pouches
- No coffee pods or individual coffee creamers
- No plastic containers marked as “Compostable” or “PLA”
- No plastic flower pots
- No plastic shrink-wrap
- No plastic tubes (such as those for toothpaste or hair gel)
- No potato chip bags
- No Styrofoam® or packing peanuts
- No toys
**Clean Aluminum**
Acceptable Items
- Cans, foil and pie plates
- Remove as much food residue as possible.
- Do not crush aluminum cans.
Unacceptable Items
- Foil bags (such as potato chip bags)
- Foil yogurt lids
**Clean Steel or Tin Cans**
- Aerosol cans must be empty.
- Labels are acceptable.
- Remove plastic caps.
- Spray nozzles can remain.
Unacceptable Items
- Scrap metal
- Fuel canisters (camping tanks)
- Full or partially full aerosol cans
- Do not puncture cans
**Clean Glass**
- Only food and beverage glass bottles and jars are accepted.
- Remove lids.
- Large metal lids can be recycled but must still be removed.
Unacceptable Items
- Glassware (such as vases or drinking cups)
- Window glass
- Ceramics
Recycling Dumpsters
Recycling dumpsters are located outdoors in the community parking lots, and information on their locations should be posted in your laundry room. Dumpsters are positioned in locations with adequate space for the recycling trucks to service the dumpsters. Residents may need to drive their recycling to a dumpster if there isn't one close to their building. Dumpsters are designated for residents of our community to recycle based on our recommended guidelines.
If you notice suspicious individuals at these sites or improper dumping in progress, please contact Community Response immediately instead of approaching them yourself. If it is safe to do so, take a picture of the individual and their license plate. This may or may not be enough information for the association to pursue covenant enforcement, but it is helpful to have as much information as possible when this occurs. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our recycling dumpsters compliant with recycling guidelines.
Basic Rules for Recycling
Waste Management reminds us of these basic rules:
1. Recycle bottles, cans, paper and cardboard.
2. Keep food and liquid out of your recycling.
3. No loose plastic bags and no bagged recyclables.
If you’re still unsure if something is recyclable, dispose of it in your trash to avoid additional fees for Windsor Gardens.
NOTE: A big thank you to board member Carol Brooks for providing a checklist and posting notices at the May building representatives committee meeting. She did an excellent job condensing the information to simplify it for everyone.
COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Governing Docs Ad Hoc Committee Wednesday, June 11, 11 a.m.
Meeting ID: 999 5273 3462 Passcode: 634512
Long-Range Planning & Innovation Tuesday, June 10, 2 p.m.
Meeting ID: 970 8852 9086 Passcode: 883613
Policy Committee Tuesday, June 3, 10 a.m.
Meeting ID: 919 3405 6671 Passcode: 004628
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Public Relations Committee Thursday, June 5, 9:30 a.m.
Meeting ID: 979 1027 4398 Passcode: 807444
Revenue Exploration Ad Hoc Committee Thursday, June 12, 2 p.m.
Meeting ID: 960 9727 9157 Passcode: 929560
Underground Garage Sub-committee Wednesday, June 18, 1 p.m.
Meeting ID: 992 2399 9499 Passcode: 540569
IN REMEMBRANCE
In 1970, Thomas married Sharon Zimmerman (née Bradshaw), and they had three beautiful daughters together. His greatest joys were his children and grandchildren – daughters Sara, Dana and Nicole, and grandchildren Shanelle, Celia, Che and Jaxson.
Tom worked for Frontier Airlines at Stapleton Airport in the early days of his career. From there, he moved to the City and County of Denver, where he worked ground transportation at D.I.A. He went on to become a senior city inspector, later retiring from that position.
He loved spending time with family, playing guitar with friends, listening to music (Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Paul Simon, The Doors), going to garage sales, antiquing, reading, coaching his daughters' sports teams and being outdoors. He enjoyed playing volleyball with his children and their friends. His hat collection is one to be envied.
Holidays with family were always special to him. Christmas was his favorite holiday, and he was very proud of his hand-painted Christmas village houses, which will be passed on to his daughters.
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He loved shooting off fireworks with his kids and grandkids on the Fourth of July.
In his later years as a resident of Windsor Gardens, he made some great friends and enjoyed participating in community events and dances, taking yoga classes, walking the trails and riding his bike. His greatest accomplishments were his children – who he called his "supreme reason for being here" – his extensive antique lighter collection, and riding Slick Rock in Moab, Utah, in his late 40s. He loved visiting Estes Park, Colorado, and very much enjoyed a trip to Europe in 1999.
Instead of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to pancreatic cancer research, preferably to PanCAN, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network at https://pancan.org/. Pancreatic cancer is one of the most aggressive forms of cancer, with the least effective treatment options.
A celebration of life will be held on June 29, 2025, at the Montclair Civic Building at 6820 E. 12th Ave., Denver, CO 80220, from noon to 4 p.m.
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that if the nearest bin is full, residents should carry their recycling to the bins in P12 and 14. This could be a realistic solution once in a while, but people simply are not going to do this up to three times a week, week after week. Rather, they will continue to overfill the bins and pile materials nearby. I understand that overfilling results in extra charges of thousands of dollars a year.
This could be addressed by relocating one bin each from P12 and 14, currently with three each, to the lot above UP24 and somewhere in the SE quarter, possibly P2 or 3. There is plenty of room above UP24 between the sidewalk and the chain link enclosure holding the materials for the underground work, and spaces in that lot are not assigned. For more space, the rolls of waterproofing and pallets could be moved to the other side of the chain link, near the sand pit. Any charge for relocating the bins would probably be made up by saving one overfill charge.
I hope the board or staff will seriously consider making these adjustments to the Waste Management contract, saving money and reducing messy bins
Serena McGuire
Response to " Distribution of the WG Recycling Bins"
Serena, this is great information, and I appreciate you taking the time to evaluate our recycling dumpster locations. You are correct; the locations are not determined by the number of people living in the vicinity of the dumpster(s). Dumpsters are located where there is space to accommodate not only the dumpster(s) but also the truck and the space required for the dumpster to be lifted and dumped into the truck. This requires quite a bit of room, and this is the reason we have more than one dumpster at the back of our bigger parking lots. Parking lots 1 and 2 are too small to meet the requirements for a recycling dumpster, and the above ground 24 parking lot can only accommodate the one existing dumpster. I understand it is inconvenient to drive or walk your recycling to a dumpster not close to your building. Recycling is not going to be convenient; it needs to be intentional.
Rebecca Zazueta, WG General Manager
Use of Roundup in Windsor Gardens
A June 2024 Windsor Life article, "Weed Control and Concerns About Pets," stated that Roundup was safe around humans and
pets. Yet there are many articles about the harm it causes.
-- As of January 2024, 165,000 class action suits have been brought against Bayer, the maker of Roundup. They have settled for nearly $11 billion so far. There are still more cases to be decided.
--Studies have found evidence that glyphosate (Roundup) can induce DNA damage. (New York Times, February 19, 2025. "Is glyphosate in the food supply harming our health?")
--Exposure has been linked to cancer, as well as adverse effects on human development and hormonal systems, according to the Health and Environment Alliance.
--It causes a persistent increase in inflammatory markers in the brain and blood. (News-Medical.net, December 4, 2024.)
--A study found it raised the cancer risk of most exposed to it by 41%. (National Library of Medicine, February 14, 2019. "Common Weed Killer Glyphosate”)
--The problem with our pets is that they should be kept off treated areas until fully dry, which can take hours to a full day. If a pet is exposed to the area or eats the grass treated, we're instructed to contact our vet immediately or call pet poison control.
--Roundup has also been found to be the cause of death of pollinators and many hives.
A new weedkiller called Spruce is available. It doesn't cause harm to people or pets. It's fast-acting and has results within one hour. It's absorbed on the leaves and dehydrates the plant from the inside out. Dogs just shouldn't be around to inhale it when it's sprayed. It's a USDA biobased product with a Good Housekeeping seal. Let's do better for us, our pets, and the environment.
Jamie Antonich
Response to " Use of Roundup in Windsor Gardens"
Thank you, Jamie, for your letter regarding the use of Roundup, or more specifically, the use of the active ingredient in Roundup known as glyphosate. Our prior article responds to many residents' concerns. It explains our application of this non-selective systemic herbicide, including that we use a diluted product with less than 1% of the active glyphosate ingredient and 99.1% water and food coloring.
WG Board in Motion
On May 8, 2025, the WG Board of Directors approved an electronic motion to proceed with sending a letter and advertising packet to the Colorado Office of Energy regarding Transportation Solutions’ e-bike loan program.
At their regular board meeting on May 22, 2025, the board of directors approved the following motions:
Entrance Tower Ad-Hoc Committee motion to accept the revised entrance tower design presented by Craft Collaborative and move forward with determining lighting possibilities.
Finance Committee motions:
Motion to transfer $379,019.42 to the capital reserve account.
Motion to transfer $370,355.50 to the tax reserve account. (This transfer represents the May and June property tax combined monthly transfers.)
Motion to transfer $217,750.72 to the capital reserve account. (This transfer represents the May insurance loan payment from the operating account.)
Policy Committee motion to publish the proposed revised surface garage policy in the Windsor Life for owner comments before a final board vote on the revisions.
Public Relations Committee motion to publish the Windsor Life content survey in the June 2025 issue.
Revenue Exploration Committee motion for staff to develop a tracking tool that lists grant funding information so that it can be monitored.
Motion to proceed with installing no smoking/no vaping plaques on a few of the benches around the community to determine if they are a suitable alternative to the stickers previously installed on the benches.
Motion to move forward with the Flock Camera contract pending a legal opinion from the association’s attorney.
Motion to move forward with the Vero contract pending completion of contract negotiations led by the association’s attorney.
Motion to accept the resignation of Barbara Ellis from the BRZC and insurance committee and as an alternate representative for building 39.
Motion to appoint Ken DeHate as the Zone 6 BRZC representative.
Motion to reinstate building 68’s building representative and alternate representative.
Motion to appoint Howard Fistell to the Revenue Exploration AdHoc Committee.
At their regular board meeting on May 22, 2025, the following motions FAILED:
Motion FAILED to revise the committee charter, develop goals and objectives for more structure during committee meetings, and include expense reductions along with grant funding possibilities.
Motion FAILED to accept the invitation to be a co-host for the Denver Community Film Fest on June 12, 2025, and to provide a donation of $150 to help cover the event's costs.
Motion FAILED to proceed with sending a letter to DOTI, Councilwoman Sawyer, and the mayor of Denver opposing the planned Dayton Street improvements.
At an executive session on May 22, 2025, the board approved sending two delinquent accounts to the association attorney’s office and approved a reasonable accommodation request.
From the General Manager
MILESTONES
General
Manager Rebecca Zazueta
This summer marks my 30th anniversary in the HOA and property management industry. I was surprised when I double-checked my math and realized that, yes, in fact, it has been 30 years. It has been quite the journey, and I am grateful to be at Windsor Gardens, where I can apply what I've learned to support our community.
While dreaming of being the next Pavarotti, I fell into property management by working for an apartment complex not far from Windsor Gardens. I got 50% off the monthly rent because I worked in the leasing office. The plan was to live with my childhood best friend and attend college, and before we both became famous and amazing adults, we would prove to our parents that we were worthy and capable of independence. And it worked. But then I experienced an unfortunate event: a scary resident eviction, leading me to change my job quickly.
I blinked and landed with a home builder responsible for organizing new HOAs and managing those communities during developer control. We worked closely with a respected HOA attorney who wrote the legal documents for each community and taught me almost everything I know about governing documents and Colorado HOA law. I was also handed a chart of accounts and the phone number of a software engineer who would “walk me through” preparing monthly financial statements for each HOA we managed. My home builder boss had an accounting degree (ironically, so did the software engineer) and a painfully exhausting syndrome for perfection. She taught me that budgets and financials don’t get finalized or distributed until they are perfect.
My Pavarotti dreams were forever replaced. I got married, had my son, managed 28 HOAs, and then closed the affiliated management company in 2009 when the housing market crashed and the home builder filed for bankruptcy. I was nine months pregnant with my daughter, holding HOA meetings in high school gymnasiums, telling owners that the home builder was leaving their communities and no longer funding the HOA operating budget or the incomplete construction within their neighborhoods.
I blinked again, and my daughter turned one year old, and I went to work for a privately held management company as a portfolio manager. I managed nine HOAs, primarily in Cherry Creek and downtown Denver, but with a slice of suburbia. This part of my career taught me about older communities, some with minimal funds and others with limitless checkbooks. I learned about elevators, boilers, deferred maintenance, tuckpointing, posttension foundations, underground garages, Maseratis, swim teams, open space trail systems, special assessments, loans, amending and restating governing documents, massive insurance claims and public adjusters. The job was challenging, fast-paced, and rewarding. One day, out of the blue, a colleague asked me if I was tired of night meetings. All but one of the HOAs had their
meetings at night, which meant I worked all day and then went to evening committee and board meetings. My answer was YES, my husband’s answer was YES, and my kids said YES; they were ready for mom to be home for dinner. Shortly thereafter, I came to Windsor Gardens and started a new part of the journey.
June 1, 2025, marks my 10th anniversary at Windsor Gardens, another milestone. I joined WG in 2015 as the business manager and moved into the general manager position in 2020, 5 years ago. I can joke a bit now about my first month at WG, which included a request that I dance to Bruno Mars (I don’t dance, well, only once at my wedding) and cut a bazillion slices of cake for the retiring general manager’s farewell celebration. It was a very hot day in the auditorium kitchen, and the sheet cakes seemed neverending. The day-to-day HOA business I was more accustomed to managing set in quickly, and it hasn’t stopped for a moment since.
After 10 years at WG, my son is an adult in college, my daughter is a teenager in high school, my parents are aging, and so are me and my husband. I am a bit sentimental about both of my recent milestones. Where did the time go? I am humbled by the journey and how quickly life has passed. Some of the steps were pretty hard, and I felt like they would never end. One especially memorable period that we went through together was the COVID-19 pandemic. That was rough.
There have been other tough times, too—late nights and long hours, some mistakes, and problems that could not be overcome but worked around. Looking back, I can clearly see that they were all learning opportunities and experiences that led me to where I am now. It all happened as it was intended, and now I have a priceless perspective.
Last month, I spent time with 80 large-scale managers who work throughout the United States, doing what I do. We are connected by the professional membership organization for HOA professionals, the Community Associations Institute. I have been a member of this organization for over 25 years, holding two professional designations, Association Management Specialist, AMS, and Professional Community Association Manager, PCAM. I hope to earn my Large-Scale Manager, LSM, designation by next year. It has taken 30 years to reach this bar; it is now in sight.
During my recent time with the large-scale managers, I listened intently, learned new information, and brainstormed about ideas and possibilities to improve WG. (Are we ready for AI?) I was reminded of what it felt like to be a student. It was a wonderful gift to pause a busy work schedule to learn and hear new and fresh ideas.
It is a delight and an honor to pay it forward to other staff members at WG, who will one day have their own HOA management milestones. The next generation of talent is vibrant and overflowing with potential.
I have had an enormously rich career thus far. Thank you, Windsor Gardens, for being part of my journey.
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I will pass along the name of the new product you are suggesting to Dana Cusack, WG Grounds Supervisor, and our certified pesticide applicator technician.
Rebecca
Zazueta, WG General Manager
Editor's Note: For those who want to read the June 2024 article concerning weed control, go to https://issuu.com/windsorgardens and scroll down to the June 2024 issue.
From the General Manager continued
MAINTENANCE & GROUNDS UPDATES
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Fiber Network: The Vero contract negotiation is nearly complete and expected to be signed by the end of the month.
Management Software Replacement: Integrity Integration Solutions has identified two management software platforms as top matches for WG. Software demos will be scheduled with staff in late June and early July.
Underground Garages: The contractor continues work on the section between buildings 60 and 62 where multiple cables were corroded or broken.
Roof Replacement: Roofs and gutters have been replaced at buildings 28, 30, and 38. These roof replacements were scheduled to be completed last year but were postponed due to the hailstorm.
Rooftop Units: Two new roof top units have been delivered and will be installed in June.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE PROJECTS
Hailstorm Repairs: We are beginning foam roof repairs on buildings 3 and 5 this month.
The hail-damaged shingle roof and gutter replacements were completed for parking lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9. Gutters and downspouts are being completed right behind the roofing. Window Screens: The contractor is working their way around the outside loop. There are four more buildings to complete on the outside loop.
Lockbox Removal
Office Manager
Liz Nickel Morrison
We have the first batch of windows on order for replacement.
Large item pick-up was completed on May 14.
The outdoor pool opened on May 23.
The drywall installation is underway for the fire-damaged unit in building 48.
HALLWAY
CARPET REPLACEMENT
Carpet installation in building 40 is complete. Building 38 is in progress, and building 41 has been scheduled.
PAINTING PROJECTS
Misc. Projects: We completed soffit repair in the auditorium ceiling. We're prepping rusty areas on garages and then painting. Lots 12, 13, 14, 18 are complete. Lots 15, 16, 17, and 20 are in progress. Several regular repairs and work orders have been completed.
GROUNDS
Perennials and Shrubs: An additional perennial and shrub planting project will occur after the annual flowers are installed.
Flower Bed Plantings: The annual flower beds planting started the week of May 19. We mowed and trimmed during the Memorial Day holiday week, and will finish planting the remaining flower beds the week of June 2.
From the Office Manager
We are preparing a plan to roll out lockbox removal and implement the use of the intercoms for real estate professionals. We will start with a few buildings and then evaluate how the process works before starting the next set of buildings. Residents will be notified when their building is scheduled to transition to the new policy.
New Conference System
The Microflex Complete Wireless Digital Conference System has arrived, and we’ve begun using it in meetings. The audio is crisp and clear for Zoom and in-person committee meetings.
Proposed Revised Surface Garage Policy
The below proposed revised WG Surface Garage Policy will be voted on by the WG Board of Directors on June 19, 2025. If you have questions or comments about the proposed new policy, please email them to board@wgamail.com or mail a letter to 595 S. Clinton Street, Denver, CO 80247. Letters may also be dropped off at the association office. Please submit comments by June 18, 2025.
SURFACE
GARAGES POLICY
This policy has been developed to enhance the safety and security of the surface garages and to establish maintenance and repair responsibilities.
The authority for this policy is granted by the Declaration for Windsor Gardens Association, Article 3, Section 3.2, “General Purposes of the Association,” and Section 3.3, “Authority of the Association,” and Article 4, Section 4.6, “Parking Regulation of Common Elements and Limited Common Elements,” and Article 5, Section 5.16, “Rules and Regulations.”
Safety and Security
A. Safety Precautions. For safety and security reasons, all residents using surface parking lot garages should comply with the following:
1. Keep Garage Doors Closed: all garage doors must be down and locked at all times, except when entering or exiting or when physically present and engaged in activities inside the structure.
2. Remote Controls: removable remote controls should not be left inside vehicles at any time.
3. Open/Close Push Buttons: Open/Close Push Buttons that are mounted inside the garage near the garage doors should be removed and replaced with external digital keypads.
B. Enforcement.
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Proposed Revised Surface Garage Policy
Residents who find a garage door open are asked to report the incident to Community Response.
Where a garage door is found open in violation of this policy: A warning ticket will be left on the garage door; on the third or subsequent violation within a period of 12 months, the association will proceed under the Covenant & Rule Enforcement Procedures.
No Smoking
Surface garages are limited common elements and smoking is prohibited in these areas, regardless of whether or not the smoker is in their vehicle. The association will follow the Covenant & Rule Enforcement Procedure to enforce a violation of this rule.
Maintenance & Repair
Garage doors. The Association is responsible for the installation, repair and replacement of garage doors and their structural components (garage door, tracks, rollers, springs and hinges), which will be performed by the Association’s maintenance staff or its contractors upon submission of a written work order. The Association will not be responsible for any repairs, installation or replacement performed under any other circumstances by anyone else.
Inspections. Residents may submit a work order to the Association’s maintenance staff to inspect garages when they cannot determine whether a problem is caused by the garage door and its structural components or the garage door opener and its related equipment.
Garage Door Keys. The manual locks and keys on the outside of the garage doors are the owner’s responsibility to maintain. Residents should have a garage door key in the event of a power outage or emergency and should have a key on file with Community Response.
Garage Door Openers. All surface garages are required to have an automatic garage door opener with remote controls. Installation, repair and maintenance of the garage door opener and its related equipment, such as remote controls, open/close push button, sensors, and external keypads are the owner’s responsibility. If the garage door opener or the related equipment is not working, the owner will need to contact a third-party contractor to schedule repairs. Garage door openers and related equipment can be
purchased at most hardware stores. The association will follow the Covenant & Rule Enforcement Procedure to enforce a violation of this rule.
A Modification Submittal Package and Approved Remodel Request Permit is required for installation and replacement of garage door openers and related equipment and may also be required for repairs. Please see the Modifications to Condominiums and Townhomes Policy for more details or contact the administration office for more information.
After Hour Garage Door Failures. Inoperable garage doors are not considered an after-hours emergency requiring immediate repair; however, residents must contact Community Response to report the problem. Community Response will help close the door manually and secure it until maintenance is able to respond to the work order. If the door cannot be closed, Community Response will notify on-call maintenance for response. In some cases, it may not be possible to immediately close the garage door or to secure the door opening with plywood or other material. For safety reasons and to prevent criminal activity, residents are always encouraged to lock and secure vehicles parked inside of the garage buildings and to never leave personal property, keys, garage door openers or valuables inside of vehicles.
Electrical Service Inside of Garages. The electrical wiring in surface garages was designed and installed solely to support the garage door openers and lighting. No other devices or equipment are to be plugged into the electrical outlets inside of the garages or otherwise connected to electrical wiring. The association will follow the Covenant & Rule Enforcement Procedure to enforce a violation of this rule.
Garage Sweeping and Storage. Garage sweeping will occur annually, typically in the late Fall after the seasonal leaves have fallen, with scheduling subject to weather conditions and staff availability. To prevent damage to personal vehicles and other property and to ensure that garage sweeping is done successfully, all residents are required to move their vehicles and other personal property that is not stored in lockers from the garages as instructed by the association. Vehicles and other personal property may be returned to the garages after the cleaning is completed. If the garage door is disabled for the cleaning and it has not been resecured, residents are asked to place a work order during normal business hours or to call Community Response for assistance after hours.
Liability. The Association will not be held responsible for any claims made against the Association arising out of or related to garage sweeping operations. If a resident does not remove their personal vehicle and personal property from the garage for sweeping operations, the resident agrees to indemnify the Association for any claims made against the Association arising out of or related to damage to personal vehicle(s) and property that were not removed from the garage for scheduled garage sweeping services.
For more information relating to:
Garage Storage: Refer to the Storage Areas Policy
Parking Rules: Refer to the Parking Rules and Regulations.
Upcoming New Resident Orientations
The association's administrative office has several new resident orientation meetings scheduled this month. One session will be via Zoom, and the others will be in person in the administrative office. Please note: Walk-ins are not encouraged, as important new resident paperwork must be completed prior to attending a new resident orientation.
TO SCHEDULE AN ORIENTATION
Resales: Contact Kim Hernandez at 303-364-7485 ext. 1564
Rentals: Contant Vanessa Fernandez at 303-364-7485 ext. 1562
IN-PERSON ORIENTATIONS
Thursday, June 12, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Tuesday, June 17, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 26, from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Administrative Office, 595 S. Clinton St.
ZOOM ORIENTATION
Tuesday, June 3, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Join by computer
Go to www.zoom.com. Click “Join a meeting”. Enter the meeting ID: 833 556 5532 and passcode: 015668
Join by phone
1. Call 720-928-9299
2. You will be prompted to enter the meeting ID: 833 556 5532 #
3. You will be prompted to enter a participant ID: Just hit #
4. You will be prompted to enter the meeting password: 015668 #
5. You will be put on hold for the host to allow you to join the meeting.
Welcome to Our New Neighbors
Bldg Name From
5 Ruth Napier Denver, CO
9 Robert Cummings Littleton, CO 14 Jo Alamri Littleton, CO
Bldg Name From 15 Anisoara Frunza Phoenix, AZ 56 Mary Ellen and Thomas Bayko Denver, CO 84 June Chavis CA
ONLINE WELCOME PACKET: At the association website (www.windsorgardensdenver.org), under the Resource Center tab, you can access the WG welcome packet with the orientation booklet and several forms and a tutorial on how to pay your HOA assessment via E-check or credit card.
Facilities
Maintenance Manager
Bill Walsh
Maintenance Matters
FLOODING CAUSED BY CARELESSNESS?
Kitchen sink backups are a big problem here at Windsor Gardens. We have had many severe floods caused by backed-up sinks. In virtually every case, these sink backups result from people putting something down the drain. These backups are preventable.
It’s not difficult to understand how easily the drain pipe becomes clogged when you look at how the building’s plumbing system is put together. It comes down to eight apartments sharing a common pipe. Eight sinks, one pipe. Everything those eight apartments put down the drain ends up in one pipe fitting on the bottom floor. This pipe is the same size as the one in a single-family home with only one sink, so imagine the debris from eight apartments trying to pass through that one opening. These pipes were designed to drain water – not solid waste.
The Food Debris You Put Down Your Sink Can Cause Flooding and Property Damage in Your Neighbor's Unit
We average over 200 kitchen sink backups each year, and many of these have caused extensive flood damage to the first-floor apartments. The people on the upper floors are usually not even aware that the food debris they put down their upstairs drain can cause a flood for their downstairs neighbor.
How to Prevent Sink Backups
Avoid putting “solids” or grease in your kitchen sink or garbage disposal. You can put these items into a plastic bag and throw them in the trash.
- Scrape plates and pans into the trashcan, not the sink.
- Wipe greasy pans with a paper towel; do not drain grease into the sink.
- Install a drain strainer/screen to protect your pipes from solid debris —just $3.
- Flush out the drain with plenty of cold water frequently.
If your disposal is older, you may need to purchase and install a new one. Or remove the disposal altogether.
- People on the first floor can help prevent sink back-ups by filling your sink and pulling the drain plug once a week. To conserve water, do this when you are using the sink for other purposes.
Several weekends ago, our on-call maintenance person cleared seven kitchen sink back-ups (on overtime). Again, these were all preventable.
Safeguarding Your Unit from Pests
Community living offers both joys and challenges, and pest issues are among the latter. As we transition from spring to summer, warmer temperatures and increased moisture create an ideal environment for pests to thrive. As wintering insects and rodents emerge and breed, they can invade our buildings and individual units in search of food and shelter. Homeowners should take preventive action within their units to help deter pests from settling in.
ANTS
Ants are drawn to food sources, especially sugary or greasy substances, and can enter your unit through even the smallest cracks or gaps in doors and windows. Because ants are social insects, once a trail is established, more ants will follow, creating a bigger problem. Many residents have reported seeing flying ants in their units in recent years. Warm, humid conditions, particularly after rain, can trigger flight for this species of ant.
The association provides up to two bait stations per unit per month at the administrative office during business hours to aid our residents with this issue. These stations contain bait that ants carry back to their colonies, helping eliminate the infestation at its source. Please note that bait stations should only be placed inside your unit, as the association handles pest treatment in the common areas.
COCKROACHES
Cockroaches are another common pest that can be especially unwelcome. These nocturnal creatures are attracted to areas with food, water, and shelter. They can also enter units through cracks,
gaps, and vents, often moving between neighboring units with shared walls. Preventing and managing cockroaches is crucial, as they can be difficult to control once established. Maintaining a clean environment, removing food scraps and crumbs, and sealing entry points is a start.
MICE
Mice can present another significant issue if not managed properly. They are adept at seeking shelter in small, enclosed spaces, making cabinets and pantries an ideal environment for them. Mice can squeeze through tiny gaps, cracks, or holes in walls, windows, and even around plumbing fixtures. To prevent the possibility of infestation, be sure to address any potential entry points, maintain vigilance with food storage, and monitor for activity.
ACTION LIST
There are five immediate actions residents can take to address common causes of pest concerns:
1. Store pet and human food securely in airtight plastic containers.
2. Regularly clean countertops and cabinets, removing clutter and crumbs to eliminate potential food sources.
3. Be proactive by conducting cleaning and using glue boards to monitor for signs of pest activity.
4. Always bag and securely tie waste before disposing in the building's trash chutes.
5. Report any pest issues to the maintenance department so they can assess the situation and provide instructions for appropriate action if needed. The association does not provide pest control inside units but will address any problems in the common areas. Residents are strongly encouraged to review the WG Pest Control Policy, available on the association's website, in the resource center, or upon request at the administration office during regular business hours.
This article is intended to provide basic information about pests and their activity. Residents are encouraged to speak with a professional pest control company to obtain further guidance about their specific questions or concerns. Some of the information contained within this article was obtained from the Colorado State University Extension website at https://extension.colostate.edu/topic-areas/ insects/insect-calendar/.
Business Manager
Katie Monasmith
Community Response
HEAT-RELATED ILLNESSES AND HOW TO PREVENT THEM
From Larry Sampson, NREMT-P, EMS Coordinator for WG Community Response
The first month of summer is a good time to review heat-related illnesses and prevention techniques. When talking about heat illnesses, we refer to the “Big 3”: heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Heat Cramps
Heat cramps are painful and involuntary muscle spasms that occur after prolonged exposure to or strenuous activity in a hot/humid environment, resulting in excessive sweating and dehydration.
Treatment: Move to a shaded area or indoors with AC (preferred), drink plenty of water and electrolytes and rest. If your symptoms do not improve, reach out to a physician for further guidance.
Heat Exhaustion
Heat exhaustion occurs when you’ve been exposed to hot temperatures for a prolonged period, and your body is overheating. It is a precursor to heat stroke. In addition to cramping, you may experience nausea/vomiting, paleness, dizziness/ lightheadedness, headache, weakness/fatigue and rapid and/or weak pulse.
Treatment: Move to a shaded area or indoors with AC (preferred). Rehydrate and rest. You can use cool compresses or ice packs to
From Larry Sampson, NREMT-P, EMS Coordinator for WG Community Response
help cool your body down. Seek guidance from a physician if your symptoms persist.
Heat Stroke
When the body temperature reaches 103 degrees Fahrenheit, heat stroke occurs. You may experience a rapid pulse, “pounding” headache, confusion/altered mental status, and loss of consciousness. Heat stroke is a serious life-threatening condition and needs to be treated immediately.
Treatment: If a heat stroke is suspected, call 911 immediately. Move the individual into a cool area, loosen any constricting clothing, and remove excessive clothing if applicable. Cool the individual with cooling compresses or ice packs until EMS arrives.
Prevention Techniques
- Limit time and activities spent outside on hot days.
- Wear lighter fabrics and lighter color shades to reflect sunlight.
- Avoid tight and constrictive clothing.
- HYDRATE! Drink plenty of water throughout the day and the occasional electrolyte supplement such as Gatorade.
If you suspect a heat-related illness, call 911 for assistance, followed by Community Response at 303-364-4924.
MEASLES 101
How do I know if I’ve been vaccinated?
As many of you may have heard, there has been a new measles outbreak within the United States, including five confirmed cases in Colorado as of May 23, 2025. As such, we wanted to provide you with basic information on the disease and how to protect yourself and your family. It’s important to note that measles is highly contagious. Nearly 90% of unvaccinated individuals who come into contact with the measles virus become infected. That infection rate drops to around 3% to 7% for vaccinated individuals. (Source: World Health Organization: WHO (2024, November 14). "Measles.") If you have contracted the disease and should ever need assistance from Community Response or emergency services, it’s important to notify the responding party on the phone prior to their arrival at your unit so that they can take appropriate measures to protect themselves.
What are the signs and symptoms of measles?
Early onset measles can replicate many other common RSV/ influenza seasonal illnesses. Common symptoms include fever, dry cough, runny nose, sore throat and conjunctivitis. As the virus progresses, patients will develop a rash called “Koplik’s spots” inside their mouth. Eventually, a full-body rash develops, usually starting around the ears and cheeks on the face before spreading across the rest of the body.
If I have concerns, when should I call my doctor?
If you notice any of the symptoms listed above or have recently come into contact with a person confirmed or suspected of having measles, contact your primary care provider for guidance.
First, check with your primary care provider to see if they have your vaccine records on file. If not, your doctor can order some bloodwork to check for measles antibodies that would be present from a vaccine or previous infection. Immunocompromised individuals should also consult with their doctor about the need for additional vaccinations against the disease. What should I do if I catch the measles?
Contact your primary care provider for guidance. Should you contract measles or suspect you’ve encountered someone who has it, it’s important to reach out to your doctor for instructions on how to manage the disease. It’s also important to notify your doctor that you live in a multi-family building and request instructions to help prevent further spread of measles.
Community Response
From Chris Scovil, Chief of Community Response
Community Response officers sit in patrol vehicles in parking lots for various reasons, from acting as a visible deterrent to performing surveillance activities that monitor suspicious activity. Being a visual deterrent helps reduce speeding and the running of stop signs, prompts pet owners to put their pets back on a leash, and makes the criminal element think twice about their mission. Occasionally, an officer is assigned to a parking lot for an extended period to monitor suspicious activity or an area where covenant violations occur.
I see CR officers on their phones or computers. Are they supposed to do that? Yes. Officers utilize their laptops to write reports, find owner information for parking and open garage door violations, access server information for policies and procedural information, and check vehicle identification numbers on abandoned vehicles. Their smartphones are used to text back and forth to other officers and supervisors and to check emails for pertinent information from previous incidents. Smartphones also monitor weather conditions, local events, and city dispatch information that might help them with their duties. As emergency first responders, Community Response officers do not get regularly scheduled meal breaks, so they also might be
eating in their patrol vehicle or catching up on their emails. During that time, they still act as a visible deterrent.
Why do Community Response officers block my garage when they park in a lot? Depending on where your building or unit is located or what type of incident they respond to, the parking lots typically provide the quickest and/or safest means of egress into the building by utilizing the side entrances. Officers will pick a spot along the garage banks instead of a parking space to keep parking spaces open and prevent the CR vehicle from getting blocked in.
If your garage stall is located near a building side entrance or close to the entrance or exit of the parking lot, please make a habit of checking for Community Response vehicles that may be parked outside of your garage building before backing out of the garage. This extra step will help us prevent any accidents from occurring.
I was heading to a doctor’s appointment when I found a Community Response vehicle blocking my garage. What do I do? Call Community Response at 303-364-4924. We will move the vehicle as soon as possible, depending on the type of call the officer is on.
The COP Shop at WG
The COP Shop is operated by volunteers who work with the Denver Police Department to assist with citizen complaints, accident reports and other activities that typically require a trip to the district station.
COP SHOP HOURS AT WG: We will be in CenterPoint’s lobby from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, June 9, and Friday, June 27.
DRUG TAKE BACK DAY: We thank everyone who participated in the drug take back operation at the end of April. We collected close to 150 pounds of expired and unused medications, which were safely transported to District 3 for safe incineration.
SURGE IN SCAMS
Dear Residents:
Instead of a letter this month, we are publishing an alert from the Denver District Attorney. In addition to the “normal” fraud attempts, the Denver area is experiencing a surge in certain scams in our area. New developments in technology make callers, texters, and emailers seem more believable. Here are some of the more prevalent in our area:
The Express Toll Scam. Do not open, click, or respond to text messages stating that you have unpaid tolls and face penalties if you don’t pay immediately. Verify claims with toll company.
Missed Jury Summons/Sheriff’s Office. Scammers may use the names of real personnel. Hang up and call the court directly (not with any number they may give you) if you want more information. Targeting Job Seekers. If you get a text from a recruiter out of the blue about a job you didn’t apply for, do not respond or click on any links. It’s likely a phishing scam.
Impersonators from the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). Do not respond or click on any links, as this is a phishing scam. If you filed a complaint with IC3, go back to your original complaint and contact them directly.
Office Manager
Liz Nickel Morrison
Package Delivery Problems? Check Out these Helpful Tips
When you are experiencing trouble with your package deliveries, there are some little changes you can make for the future. We don’t have control over how the deliveries occur, but we do have some control over how we prepare and manage the delivery on our end.
1. Leave precise delivery instructions for your package wherever possible. Amazon has a place to add additional instructions. Other services may also have this feature. Be sure to inform delivery drivers that they may pick up a delivery key at the administrative office during business hours and with Community Response (595 S. Clinton St.) after hours. They must also deliver your package to your door or at least inside the secured door.
2. Track your package and pick it up as soon as it is delivered, whenever possible. Carrier-specific tracking instructions:
a. USPS Tracking Online or By Phone: The best way to track USPS packages is online by using their website tracking search: https://tools.usps.com. Or you can call 303-2215209. This is a free service.
b. UPS Online Tracking: UPS also has an online tracking system: https://www.ups.com/track. Another option is the free UPS My Choice service: https://www.ups.com/ca/en/ services/tracking/mychoice.page.
c. FedEx Online Tracking: Enter your tracking number at the FedEx tracking website: https://www.fedex.com/enus/tracking.html. FedEx also has a free delivery manager service that you can sign up for here: https://www.fedex. com/en-us/delivery-manager.html.
The COP Shop at WG continued
Verify with an Independent Source Before Giving Out Information
Above all else, please be suspicious of any unsolicited contact. Always verify with an independent source before giving out personal information. Scammers use your fear, emotion, and confusion to lure you in. They are only as successful as you allow them to be.
If you would like to receive the DA’s monthly alerts, email amc@ denverda.org and put subscribe in the subject line.
If you need it, Denver Police District 3 number is 720-913-1300, the non-emergency number is 720-913-2000 if you want to have an officer visit you. The Leetsdale Cop Shop is available by text or phone at 303-329-0500 or at leetsdalecopshop@hotmail.com.
d. Amazon Tracking Online or Via Email or Text: Log in to your Amazon account, find “Returns and orders” or just “Orders” on the smartphone app, and click “Track package.” You can also sign up to get email or text notifications. This is a secure process; Amazon will not share your phone number with the delivery person or vice versa. With these notifications, you can watch for your package, and delivery persons can email or text you where the package was left if not handed directly to you.
3. Pick up your package as soon as you are notified it has been delivered.
4. Misdelivered or Improperly Delivered Packages: If your package was misdelivered or delivered improperly, i.e., they didn’t follow your delivery instructions, leave a review for the carrier. The administrative office can help communicate with some delivery people, but when you have a specific incident, it is most helpful to communicate the correction or feedback to the delivery company immediately. They pay attention to this feedback and adjust how they deliver for you.
When a package that belongs elsewhere is found at your building or your door, you can try to find the addressed recipient in the resident directory on the WG website, go to the building, and call them on the intercom. If this is not an option for you, you may contact the administrative office, and we will try to connect you to the resident if we have them in our database. Please do not leave packages at the office. It has been very difficult for some residents to pick them up.
For additional information on package delivery tips, see the December 2024 Windsor Life article on page 18: https://issuu.com/windsorgardens/docs/windsor_life_12_2024_ issue_web
Sustainability Tips for Summer
Councilwoman Amanda Sawyer
Summer is here! I believe it is the most beautiful time of year in Colorado, and I hope you have an opportunity to get out there and enjoy all the unique things our state has to offer in the summertime! As we all know, though, we’ve seen less precipitation this year which means we should try and conserve water whenever possible. Here are some great tips for how to do that, courtesy of Denver Water.
Indoor Water Audit
Inside your home, even if you live in a multiunit building, you can conserve water by doing a simple indoor water audit. Check your bathroom, kitchen and laundry to see if you have small leaks or drips in your faucets and supply lines. In a larger building, multiple small leaks across many units can have a huge impact on water usage. You can find specific ways to conduct an indoor water audit at https://www.denverwater.org/residential/ rebates-and-conservation-tips/self-audit.
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
WG Flag Corps to be Honored on Flag Day
Residents who post the flags for their buildings are invited to a reception in their honor on Flag Day, Friday, June 13, at 2 p.m. in the gazebos. Coffee and sweet treats will be served. Please sign up at the Activities Desk. Flag Corps members to be honored this year include:
Bldg 1 Terry Sprague
Bldg 2 Sandra Leake and Carol Bhargava
Bldg 4 Phil Keyes and Kenney Pierce
Bldg 5 Al Minnich and Rick Pontalion
Bldg 6 Doug Hein & Mark Boyd
Bldg 11 Tom Smyth
Bldg 12 Mindy Penman
Bldg 13 None
Bldg 14 Kathleen Hyland
Bldg 16 Martin Dowdal and Jude Obrigewitch
Bldg 17 Jim Baker
Bldg 18 Dale Ilgen
Bldg 20 Larry Nelson, Jay Newman and Melissa Newman
Bldg 21 Joseph Bernisky and Diana Walstrom
Bldg 22 Henry Vigil
Bldg 25 Davy Anderson and Pat Ellis
Bldg 26 Ken Koehn
Bldg 27 Cathi Allen
Bldg 28 Robyn Warren and Bill Warren
Bldg 30 Bill Mahoney
Bldg 32 Jerry Powers
Bldg 34 Al Danow
Bldg 36 Richard Dotson
Bldg 37 Clarence Chapman
Bldg 38 Mona Knight
Bldg 39 Phillip Malone
Bldg 40 Patrick Mooney
Bldg 41 Ron Baldwin
Bldg 42 Dennis Knight
Bldg 43 Terry Hutchinson and Tom Alvarez
Bldg 44 Booker Mays
Bldg 45 Terry James
Bldg 46 Lin Perkin and Barb and David Buchholz
Bldg 47 Pete Newman
Bldg 48 Dwight Pringle and Ed Sievers (back up)
Bldg 49 Kathy Kindblade
Bldg 50 Frank Sobus
Bldg 51 Bill D’Aubin
Bldg 52 Mike Powl
Bldg 53 Chris Johnson
Bldg 54 Adele Strawn
Bldg 55 Bob Stribling
Bldg 56 Bob Zelanes and Lorena Pfautz
Bldg 57 Norvell Ballard
Bldg 58 Bob Hamblin
Bldg 59 Tom Clark
Bldg 60 Carl Bruckman and Dottie Kerr
Bldg 61 Ron Andrews
Bldg 62 Katy Langeberg and Bert Langeberg
Bldg 63 Jere DeBacker
Bldg 64 Gary Wink
Bldg 65 Rosemary Harris
Bldg 66 Elisabet and Steve Port
Bldg 68 Mike Smith
Bldg 78 Phillip Freedman
Bldg 80 Kevin Smith
Bldg 82 Tom Burkhart
Bldg 84 Dodie Day
TH Tom Leahy
FLAG FACT FROM THE WG FLAG CORPS
The US Flag has its own Panatone Colors: Blue 282 and Red 193. The Colorado Flag uses the same colors.
Windsor Life Survey
We are excited to invite you to participate in the Windsor Life Survey–your chance to help shape the content of our beloved community newspaper.
Your feedback is valuable as we strive to deliver content that resonates within our community. By taking just a few moments to complete this survey, you can contribute to improving the Windsor Life as a relevant source of information for all residents.
You have a few options for participating in the survey. You may fill out the survey below and on the next page, or a printout is available at the community center and the administration office. You can also scan the QR code to the right with your phone camera and be directed to the survey online.
Please complete and return the survey to the administration office by June 27, 2025.
Windsor Life Survey
Thank you for completing this survey! Please return it to the administration office by June 27, 2025
WG Art Club Show Winners
The Best in Show/People's Choice for the hanging art category was Priscilla Kai's oil painting entitled "Wild & Free." The Best in Show/People's Choice for the table art was Drew Paulas' stained-glass piece, "Katrina."
PRISCILLA KAI: "WILD & FREE"
"Wild and Free" was done in Priscilla Kai's favorite medium, oil. "I really do enjoy giving a subject form and texture," she said. "It is so rewarding to see the musculature evolve as I work on it. Highlights give it form and substance."
Priscilla considers herself an illustrator, as her paintings are based on reality. "A true artist just makes it all up," she said. "I cannot improve on a beautiful horse moving. It is reality in motion and a pleasure to create!"
Priscilla has enjoyed classes at Windsor Gardens. She said it is always fun to be with other artists, inspiring each other as they learn. She also appreciates the WG teachers who are highly skilled in their creative and teaching abilities.
DREW PAULAS: "KATRINA"
Drew Paulas is a self-taught graphic designer for the printing industry, specializing in publications since the 1970s. He owned a graphics company and semi-retired around the turn of the century. Drew started attending the WG stained glass class last September and gives big thanks to Joan, the instructor, for her teaching and valuable tips and tricks. Since he no longer has a basement and garage to putter around, he also appreciates having a studio space to go to during off hours to create.
Drew said he hates to admit it, but the inspiration for his winning piece, “Katrina,” was “kinda being forced by my wife to bingewatch a season of 'Project Runway' last winter.” "Katrina" is his third attempt at designing a piece of glass.
WG Democratic Club Engages and Informs
The Windsor Gardens Democratic Club strives to engage and inform voters on local, state and federal candidates, elected officials and issues. All are welcome to meetings from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at CenterPoint. Also feel free to join us before for dinner at 5 p.m. at El Gran Jardin Restaurant’s back room.
This July, we’ll take a break from monthly meetings for an ice cream social from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 13, at the gazebo next to the outdoor pool. Enjoy some relief from the summer heat and heated conversations! Maybe we can talk about why Windsor Gardens has such a high voter turnout – 88 percent of the 2,911 ballots issued to Windsor Gardens residents were cast last November.
The WG Democratic Club now has more ways to stay in touch:
Email us at windsorgardensdemocraticclub@gmail.com;
Click on the club’s public LinkTree at https://linktr.ee/ windsorgardensdemocraticclub for relevant websites and other club-related information;
Any Facebook user can view our public Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/windsorgardensdems;
You must join to view our private Facebook Group at https:// www.facebook.com/groups/wgdemsprivategroup for general and club-related information: and,
Watch highlights of our monthly meetings on YouTube at https:// www.youtube.com/@WGDemClub.
All Politics are Local State House District 6
Representative Sean Camacho briefed residents on his first legislative session at the May Democratic Club meeting.
Writers Group "Out Loud" Event
The Annual Windsor Writers “Out Loud” event on May 23, 2025, featured public readings of favorite pieces chosen by each writer. For videos of their readings, go to the WG Facebook page.
Left to right: Eydie McDaniel, Delilah Adams, Sharon Coburn, Cindy Peters, Jay Blakeney, Tony Pfeiffer, Molly Short, Dennis Knight, Mike Kane, Steve Clark, Sandra Windsor, Marilynn Reeves, Morri Namaste, and Pete Clark (not pictured: Sharon Buchan).
Fairmount Tour
Residents Rick and Yvette Claeys and Nan Wigington participated in the WellBehaved Women Seldom Make History Tour at Fairmount Cemetery, which honors famous women who helped make Denver Denver.
WG Drama Production
The WG Drama Group presented a double feature on May 31 and June 1, 2025. The audiences enjoyed "The Big Snooze" and "It's Cold in Them There Hills." Check out more photos of the cast members on the WG Facebook page.
WG Children’s Hospital Volunteers Celebrate Bake Sale Donation
Thank you, Windsor Gardens, for your support of the April bake sale hosted by the Windsor Gardens’ Children’s Hospital Colorado volunteers. The sale raised a whopping $1,425 for Children’s Hospital Colorado. Proceeds fund patient and family services throughout the hospital.
More than 20 bakers created over 50 varieties of cakes, cookies, pies, breads and even gluten-free treats. Sales were brisk as there were so many other activities at CenterPoint on Friday, April 25.
Margie Parcher helped a customer select from the assortment of baked goods.
Ruth Napier, Sandra Leake, Bobbie Close, Linda Matarrese and Jean Woodward staffed the bake sale tables.
Kristin Brotherton and Cathy Hiatt served as cashiers for the bake sale.
OUTDOOR POOL
OPERATING HOURS
The pool is open daily from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
The pool area is closed daily from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. for cleaning and mowing.
There is no lifeguard on duty except from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on certain days when we offer children's swim. Swim at your own risk during the times without a lifeguard.
GUEST PRIVILEGES
Guests are defined as those who do not possess a WG identification card but are invited and accompanied at all times by a resident.
Guests are required to pay a fee of $1 per visit.
Guests must always be accompanied by the sponsoring resident, who is responsible for their guests' actions at all times.
Guests will be limited to four per resident at one time.
Residents are not to loan their guests the resident’s ID card.
For safety reasons, guests under 17 years, accompanied by a resident, may use the pool and the surrounding area only when a lifeguard is on duty between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. and only if accompanied in the pool by the resident who is their sponsor.
Guests 17 years of age and older, accompanied by a resident, may use the pool during regular hours.
LIFEGUARDS & CHILDREN'S SWIM
Windsor Gardens' outdoor pool is swim-at-your-own-risk for residents and their guests 17 years or older. Lifeguards have been hired to allow children's swimming hours daily from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. beginning Wednesday, June 4, when children under 17 years can come and swim with a Windsor Gardens resident.
If there are cancelations, we will notify via the WG Facebook page (www.facebook.com/WindsorGardensAssociation). Feel free to contact the Activities Office for any updates! We thank you in advance for your understanding.
INDOOR POOL
The indoor aquatic facilities (indoor pool, saunas and therapy pool) are closed for cleaning every Monday from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. and all day every Thursday (closure begins Wednesday at 4 p.m. and the pool reopens Friday at 6 a.m.). These areas are also closed on Mondays
FITNESS CENTER
HOURS: The Fitness Center is open 24/7 for residents with an ID badge keycard, except during cleaning times. It is closed for cleaning on Tuesdays and Fridays from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.
INSTRUCTION: Join instructor Kathy Zimmer for drop-in sessions in the Fitness Center. These sessions are FREE for residents. This month's scheduled sessions:
Friday, June 6, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Thursday, June 19, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Tuesday, June 24, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. during the aqua fitness classes.
ALL TIME CLOCK REPAIR
6405 E. Colfax (Just west of Monaco) 303-333-8778
Ä Clock Repair is the only thing we do (No Sales).
Ä Same location since 1974.
Ä Dependable service on most types of clocks.
Ä Specializing in Antique Clocks.
Ä Free Estimates in Shop - Fair Prices.
Ä Service center for Seth Thomas, Howard Miller and Sligh.
Ä We make house calls.
Hours: Tuesday thru Friday: 10 to 5 Saturday: 10 to 2 Closed Sunday & Monday
A C T I V I T I E S
WG classes are free of charge to WG residents. No sign-up is required; you can drop in anytime. Please support your favorite classes, as we require a minimum of 10 students per class to maintain our instructors. Please see the class schedule organized by the day of the week below. The name of the instructor is in parentheses.
MONDAY
Yoga (Haykin) Auditorium 9 AM – 10 AM
Bridge Basic (Heitler) Colorado Room 10 AM – 11:30 AM
Dates and Hours: The Denver Public Library Bookmobile will be at WG on June 13 and 27 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in CENTERPOINT LOBBY. Bingo with the Bookmobile: Join the friendly bookmobile team as they host a rousing bingo session with some fabulous prizes. Friday, June 27, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM.
WG LIBRARY
The WG Library is located in CENTERPOINT on the second floor and is open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. New books in the glass cases include titles on the bestseller lists and may be checked out with volunteers Monday through Friday, 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., excluding holidays. The open shelves hold an extensive selection of books you can borrow anytime during the day.
NEW BOOKS
Suspense Checkout
“To Die For” by David Baldacci
“The Murder Machine” by Heather Graham
“Haunted” by Kat Martin
“The Crash” by Freida McFadden
“The Wild Side” by Fern Michaels
“You Have Gone Too Far” by Carlene O’Connor
“How to Seal Your Own Fate” by Kristen Perrin
Fiction Checkout
“Summer in the City” by Alex Aster
“Broken Country” by Clare Leslie Hall
“Great Big Beautiful Life” by Emily Henry
“Say You’ll Remember Me” by Abby Jimenez
“The Lost Coast” by Jonathan and Jesse Kellerman
“Audition” by Katie Kitamura
“In Need of a Cowboy” by Linda Lael Miller and Heather Graham
“Fight or Flight” by Fern Michaels
“The Griffin Sisters Greatest Hits” by Jennifer Weiner
Fiction on the Shelf
“Sisters in Arms” by Kaia Alderson
“The Stallion and His Peculiar Boy” by M.J.
Evans
“Like the Wind” by Robin Lee Hatcher
Holiday Fiction Paperback
“Christmas in Painted Pony Creek” by Linda Lael Miller
“Santa & Company” by Fern Michaels
Large Print Checkout
“Flash Back” by Iris & Roy Johansen
“The Murder Inn” by James Patterson and Candice Fox
Biography
“Ava Gardner: The Secret Conversations” by Peter Evans
DVDs
“Assassins”
Events are listed in chronological order.
ANNUAL SENIOR CONNECTION
EXPO @ WG: Tuesday, June 3, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. A full slate of products and services information just for seniors, door prizes, entertainment and a free dessert bar. It’s an open house between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., but come early to enjoy all the vendors, prizes, on-stage action and desserts!
Seniors on Stage will feature short entertainment sets by senior citizens with all types of talents. At 10 a.m., instructors and students from Fred Astaire will take the stage. Sing along with Double Trouble, a rollicking senior duo on keyboard, guitar, and vocals. The final stage act is Time4Tap, a local dance team headed by WG’s very own Julie Whalen. End the day with a complimentary dessert table at 12:45 p.m. called Sweets for Seniors. Guests can win door prizes by playing the roulette wheel.
FREE admission.
NATIONAL ICED TEA DAY:
Tuesday, June 10, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in CENTERPOINT LOBBY. Summer is here! Stop by for a refreshing iced tea. FREE!
FLAG CORPS APPRECIATION
RECEPTION: Friday, June 13, at 2 p.m. in the WG GAZEBOS. WG residents who post the U.S. and Colorado flags for their buildings are invited to a reception in their honor. Coffee and sweet treats will be served. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.
NATIONAL NATURE
PHOTOGRAPHY DAY sponsored by KAISER PERMANENTE: Monday, June 16, at 1 p.m. Meet us in CENTERPOINT LOBBY before we trek outside and take photos. For those who do not have smartphones, we will
If you are interested in purchasing a ticket for an event or desire to sign up for an activity but are unable to come by the Activities Office during business hours, please reach out! We are happy to accommodate your schedule and make arrangements for you to do so! Please contact Steve Follweiler at 720-862-1533 or sfollweiler@wgamail.com or Brendan Hazel at 720-862-1534 or bhazel@wgamail.com.
have a few disposable cameras for you to use. We will collect the photos and post them outside the Activities Office. Our “judges panel” will vote on the best photo. The winning photo may be included in the Windsor Life or posted on the WG Facebook page.
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
BALLY’S CASINO via PREMIER CHARTERS: Tuesday, June 17. The bus will depart from the ADMIN PARKING LOT at 9:20 a.m. and leave the casino at 2:30 p.m. to return.
COST: $20 per person at the Activities Desk. Tickets must be purchased prior to the day of departure. To ensure we meet trip minimums and avoid cancellations, please sign up by Friday, June 6. All riders must sign a bus waiver or update an existing waiver. No refunds will be offered after Friday, June 13.
KID’S SUMMER MOVIE –PADDINGTON IN PERU: Tuesday, June 17, at 1:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Grab the grandkids for an afternoon at the movies! Paddington returns to Peru to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who now resides at the Home for
Retired Bears. With the Brown family in tow, a thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them into an unexpected journey. Runtime: 1hr 46min. Rated: PG.
COST: $5 tickets available at the door.
ACTIVE MINDS – WATER IN COLORADO: Thursday, June 19, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Water may well become the most disputed natural resource of the 21st century. Population growth, climate change, urbanization and other factors have put increasing pressure on this finite resource. Competing water interests have affected Colorado’s history for over 100 years. The legal right to divert and use water in Colorado has been debated, legislated and litigated since before the time of statehood in 1876. Join Active Minds as we seek to understand our water history, the current challenges, and what the future holds for our use of this precious resource.
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
TRIVIA FUN DAY sponsored by GARDEN PLAZA of AURORA: Friday, June 20, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. 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.
SATURDAY NIGHT MONTHLY DANCE with MAVERICK MIKE sponsored by THE GROSSMAN TEAM: Saturday, June 21, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Join Maverick Mike as he plays a mix of classic rock, pop, and country hits. Desserts and refreshments will be served.
COST: Tickets are $7 for residents and $10 for non-residents. Pay at the door.
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“Ezra” “Goodbye, Hello” “Hard Miles” “On Golden Pond” “Red Eye” “Wicked” “Zeus and Roxanne”
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WINDSOR HAPPENINGS
SUMMER BINGO sponsored by GARDEN PLAZA of AURORA: Monday, June 23, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Join the activities staff for an hour of fun bingo games. Winners of each game will win their choice of prizes ranging from sunglasses and visors to beach balls and popsicles.
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
OUTDOOR GAME DAY sponsored by KAISER PERMANENTE: Tuesday, June 24, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. outside by the GAZEBOS. Let’s spend the day outside! We will be playing a variety of outdoor games, including horseshoes, bocce, shuffleboard, and cornhole. There will also be an assortment of board games set up under the gazebos. Water will be provided.
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS: Wednesday, June 25, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST.
COST: $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Please sign up at the Activities Desk. Limited Seating.
DONUTS WITH DONNA: Thursday, June 26, at 10 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. Join WG Building Rep. Committee Co-chair Donna Sanford for a community meeting. Bring your coffee cup and questions; we will provide coffee and donuts. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.
COMMUNITY BBQ sponsored by ARCHWELL HEALTH, KAISER PERMANENTE, and THE GROSSMAN TEAM/CHARTER WEST CONSULTING: Thursday, June 26, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the GAZEBOS. Join us for a bite to eat before the outdoor concert featuring Hazel Miller and
the Collective! Hamburgers, hot dogs, sides, and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided. PLEASE BRING A DESSERT TO SHARE. One meal per person. While supplies last. FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk. We are looking for volunteers to help out. Stop by the ACTIVITIES OFFICE if you are interested. This event will be postponed to an alternative date in the event of poor weather.
HAZEL MILLER & THE COLLECTIVE OUTDOOR CONCERT sponsored by ARCHWELL HEALTH, KAISER PERMANENTE, AND THE GROSSMAN TEAM/CHARTER WEST
CONSULTING: Thursday, June 26, at 6 p.m. (seating on the lawn begins at 5:30 p.m.) on the GOLF COURSE, so bring your favorite folding chair or blanket for comfortable seating. We are excited to bring Hazel Miller and the Collective back to WG! Colorado-based music icon Hazel Miller is known for "bringing it," whether the event is a club setting, concert, festival or non-profit fundraiser. Her powerful voice stands out, and her beautiful spirit shines to the delight of her loyal fans. The Collective is a seasoned band with a personality all their own. High-energy jazz, sexy soul, jumping funk, and dreamy love songs are just some of the music genres that the audience can expect. Count on an exciting evening that you won't forget.
This is a FREE event. Please sign up at the Activities Desk. Rain relocation tickets are SOLD OUT. However, if seats remain, they will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Standing room may be permitted as space safely allows.
NATURAL GROCERS –DEMYSTIFYING CARBOHYDRATES: Friday, June 27, at 10 a.m. in CENTERPOINT.
The amount and types of carbohydrates we should prioritize are hotly debated topics. In this class, we will explore carbohydrates' crucial role in the body, discuss the best types of carbohydrates, and learn how to adjust carbohydrate intake based on individual health goals. We will also look at supplements designed to address nutrient gaps and promote a healthy blood sugar response when consuming carbohydrates.
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
BINGO with the BOOKMOBILE: Fridays, June 27, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Join the friendly bookmobile team from the Denver Public Library as they host a rousing bingo session with some fabulous prizes.
FREE. Everyone is welcome!
WG COMMUNITY “GARAGE” SALE: Friday, July 11, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, July 12, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Open to the public.
SELLERS: Table registration begins Monday, June 2. Stop by the ACTIVITIES OFFICE for more information or to pick up a table contract. Tables are $30 to be paid in cash or by check. We are limited to 25 tables. One table per seller. Set-up will begin on Thursday, July 10, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
BUS TRIP – ROCKIES VS. CARDINALS BASEBALL GAME: Wednesday, July 23, at 1:10 p.m. The bus will pick up from the ADMIN PARKING LOT at 11:30 a.m. and depart COORS FIELD directly after the game, with the expected drop off at WG at 5 p.m. Summer will be in full swing, and so will the baseball season! Tickets include transportation to and from Coors Field with Premier Charters, group access to the stadium, and outfield box seating in the shade, with restrooms nearby.
COST: $45 per person at the Activities Desk. Food is on your own and can be purchased at the ballpark. Ticket sales end on Wednesday, July 9, so sign up soon!
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COST: $5 PER PERSON AT THE DOOR includes a great movie, a small bag of popcorn, soda or water, and candy. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Please, no bills larger than $20. Closed captioning is utilized whenever possible.
Kids Summer Movie
PADDINGTON IN PERU: Tuesday, June 17, at 1:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Full of Paddington’s signature blend of wit, charm and laugh-out-loud humor, “Paddington in Peru” finds the beloved, marmalade-loving bear lost in the jungle on an exciting, high-stakes adventure. When Paddington discovers his beloved Aunt Lucy has gone missing from the Home for Retired Bears, he and the Brown family head to the wilds of Peru to look for her. The only clue to her whereabouts is a spot marked on an enigmatic map. Determined to solve the mystery, Paddington embarks on a thrilling quest through the rainforests of the Amazon to find his aunt…and may also uncover one of the world’s most legendary treasures. Runtime: 1hr 46min. Rated: PG.
Saturday Movies
SPONSORED BY THE GROSSMAN TEAM
THE UNBREAKABLE BOY: Saturday, June 14, at 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. When Scott and Teresa learn that their son, Austin, is autistic and has brittle bone disease, they initially worry about his future. However, with Scott's growing faith and Austin's incredible spirit, they become unbreakable as they find joy, gratitude and courage in the most trying times. Runtime: 1hr 49min. Rated: PG.
THE ROOM NEXT DOOR: Saturday, June 28, at 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Ingrid (Julianne Moore) reluctantly agrees to help
an old friend, Martha (Tilda Swinton), to take her own life before her stage-four cervical cancer does. When an initially hopeful prognosis is reversed, Martha hatches a plan to rent a house somewhere beautiful for a month and, when the moment seems right, take a suicide pill she has bought online. She doesn’t want anyone to endanger themselves by helping her to die. She just wants company: someone to sleep in the room next door. Runtime: 1hr 47min. Rated PG-13.
SPONSORED BY ARCHWELL HEALTH, KAISER PERMANENTE, AND THE GROSSMAN TEAM/CHARTER WEST CONSULTING
HAZEL MILLER & THE COLLECTIVE OUTDOOR
CONCERT: Thursday, June 26, at 6 p.m. (seating on the lawn begins at 5:30 p.m.) on the GOLF COURSE, so bring your favorite folding chair or blanket for comfortable seating. We are excited to bring Hazel Miller and the Collective back to WG! Colorado-based music icon Hazel Miller is known for "bringing it," whether the event is a club setting, concert, festival or non-profit fundraiser. Her powerful voice stands out, and her beautiful spirit shines through to the delight of her loyal fans. The
Collective is a seasoned band with a personality all their own. Highenergy jazz, sexy soul, jumping funk, and dreamy love songs are just some of the music genres that the audience can expect. Count on an exciting evening that you won't forget.
This is a FREE event. Please sign up at the Activities Desk. Rain relocation tickets are SOLD OUT. However, if seats remain, they will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Standing room may be permitted as space safely allows.
W G D A N C E S
SATURDAY NIGHT MONTHLY DANCE with MAVERICK MIKE sponsored by THE GROSSMAN TEAM: Saturday, June 21, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Join Maverick Mike as he plays a mix of classic rock, pop, and country hits. Desserts and refreshments will be served. COST: Tickets are $7 for residents and $10 for non-residents. Pay at the door.
BUS TRIPS
BALLY’S CASINO via PREMIER CHARTERS sponsored by THE GROSSMAN TEAM: Tuesday, June 17. The bus will depart from the ADMIN PARKING LOT at 9:20 a.m. and leave the casino at 2:30 p.m. to return.
COST: $20 per person at the Activities Desk. Tickets must be purchased prior to the day of departure. To ensure we meet trip minimums and avoid cancellations, please sign up by Friday, June 6. All riders must sign a bus waiver or update an existing waiver. No refunds will be offered after Friday, June 13.
ROCKIES VS. CARDINALS BASEBALL GAME: Wednesday, July 23, at 1:10 p.m. The bus will pick up from the ADMIN PARKING LOT at 11:30 a.m. and depart COORS FIELD directly after the game, with the expected drop off at WG at 5 p.m. Summer will be in full swing, and so will the baseball season! Tickets include transportation to and from Coors Field with Premier Charters, group access to the stadium, and outfield box seating in the shade, with restrooms nearby. COST: $45 per person at the Activities Desk. Food is on your own at the ballpark. Ticket sales end on Wednesday, July 9, so sign up soon!
CARDS & GAMES GROUPS
BID WHIST: 1st and 3rd Saturdays of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the CARD ROOM. Call Ron for information at 720-3631076.
BRIDGE: THURSDAY AFTERNOON PARTY BRIDGE every Thursday afternoon from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. Bring five nickels. Contact Pat Stein with any questions: 303-720-0504
COMMUNITY GAME NIGHT: Join us on the second Friday of every month in the COLORADO ROOM from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Bring some games, a snack to share and a beverage for yourself. Get your game on.
EUCHRE CLUB meets on Friday mornings from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Bring a quarter.
HAND & FOOT CANASTA meets Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the ASPEN ROOM.
MAHJONG CLASSES: This is a six-week program, and all are invited to attend. Classes began Thursday, May 8, and continue on Thursdays until June 12. Classes are from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the CARD ROOM. For more information, contact Patty at 845-709-3400.
PINOCHLE: FRIDAY NIGHT PINOCHLE in the ASPEN ROOM at 6 p.m. For more information, call Bert and Katy at 720-413-6627.
POKER: Wednesdays, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the CARD ROOM. Dealer’s choice.
RUMMIKUB: 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Rummikub is a tile-based game for three or four players, combining elements of rummy and dominoes. For more information, call Jeanne at 303-885-3216.
SCRABBLE GROUP: Mondays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. Join us for this popular crossword board game! Contact Beth Vaden at 303-875-3422 or par4beth@msn.com with any questions.
CLUBS & GROUPS
ART CLUB meets on the 1st Friday, with our next meeting on June 6 at 10 a.m. in the COLORADO ROOM on the second floor above the auditorium. We will have a potluck for this final meeting of the season. Meetings will resume on Friday, September 5.
For more information, contact Stuart Emery at emery1625@gmail.com or Elizabeth Peck at bettyannpeck@yahoo.com.
Original artwork by members is available for viewing and purchase in the display case in CENTERPOINT.
BILLIARDS CLUB meets on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 1 p.m. and Thursdays at 6 p.m. This club provides a space to socialize while shooting pool, an activity the whole community can enjoy. If you are interested in joining the club or have questions, text Jeff at 605-261-0603.
CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL COLORADO ASSOCIATION OF VOLUNTEERS, WG CHAPTER: Come to our meeting on Monday, June 16, at 9:30 a.m. in CenterPoint West to celebrate our spring successes. We will toast our recent bake sale and the special recognition from the Children’s Hospital Volunteers Association. Bring your donations of coloring books, crayons and activity books for the hospital. They literally ran out of crayons in April!
New volunteer members are always welcome. For more information, contact
our chapter president, Patsy Krechel, at wgchvolunteers@gmail.com or 303-8070111.
DEMOCRATIC CLUB: Wednesday, June 11, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. "Coping in Trying Times" with therapist Sarah Senst, who will discuss ways to cope with the stress we may be feeling in the current environment. All are welcome to join us for dinner at El Gran Jardin Restaurant at 5 p.m. For more information about the club, email windsorgardensdemocraticclub@gmail.com.
Ice Cream Social: This July, we’ll take a break from monthly meetings for an ice cream social from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 13, at the gazebo next to the outdoor pool. Enjoy relief from the summer heat and heated conversations!
EVENING CREATIVES GROUP: Join supportive neighbors every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 5 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Show, express, and explore a variety of creative self-expression. Bring your open mind, positive outlook and curiosity. Contact 2024creatives@gmail.com for more information.
FLAG CORPS AT WG: Are you passionate about our nation’s flag? Do you post the flag for your building? This group is for those with a common interest to meet, share their knowledge of the flags of the U.S. and Colorado, and promote their proper respect, handling, and display. Join us the first Monday of every other month at 11 a.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. The next WG Flag Corps meeting will be on June 2.
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CLUBS & GROUPS
FLAG CORPS APPRECIATION
RECEPTION: Friday, June 13, at 2 p.m. in the WG GAZEBOS. WG residents who post the U.S. and Colorado flags for their buildings are invited to a reception in their honor. Coffee and sweet treats will be served. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.
FUN FRIDAYS GOLF GROUP: A group of WG residents and friends of all skill levels (especially beginners and intermediates) who play golf just for fun. No competition. Keeping score is a choice. No dues. Just a desire to enjoy the game and make new friends. Ask about the Fun Fridays Golf Group (FFGG) in the golf shop, or call Barbara at 224-622-5984.
HIGH LINE CANAL CLUB will next meet on Friday, June 20, at 11 a.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. The club's goal is to add to members’ enjoyment of the canal through recreational and educational events and to support the nonprofit High Line Canal Conservancy’s efforts to protect and enhance this treasure.
LAPIDARY CLUB meets Friday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., but call first. Rocks, gems, jewelry, bookends, cut/polish, and tumble. The lapidary shop is located off the alleyway by the outdoor pool. Drop by and meet others. Questions? Call Larry at 720-256-3359.
MARINE CORPS LEAGUE –WINDSOR MARINES/FRANK J. CARROLL & AUXILIARY: Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, June 10, at 7 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Please call Barry Georgopulos at 303-3606302 or Don Howell at 720-216-0993 for more information. Once a Marine – Always a Marine. For information concerning the Ladies Auxiliary, please see below.
MARINE LADIES AUXILIARY supports the Marine Corps, Marine families, Wounded Warriors, youth programs, scholarships, and various Marine and veteranrelated programs and activities. We are sure there are many eligible ladies (any Marine relation) in Windsor Gardens and would like to welcome you to join us as members of the extended Marine family. We meet on the second Tuesday of each month. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, June 10, at 7 p.m.
in CENTERPOINT. For more information, call Suzie Georgopulos at 720-717-5028. Semper Fidelis.
OPTIMIST CLUB will meet next on Tuesday, June 17, at 11:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. Join us and listen to our Colorado Youth for a Change featured speaker. They have been helping young people get back into school since 2005, and last year, they helped 81% of these students graduate high school. We hope to see you there!
Come to a meeting and learn how the Optimists serve and support children in our local community. If you'd like to join us for light refreshments, please contact Jennifer Powers at 720-419-7300 or just attend the meeting.
PAPER CRAFTING CLUB meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the ART ROOM. This group strives to give people a social outlet and a pleasant atmosphere as they work on scrapbooking, greeting cards, origami, and other paper crafts. For more information, email Carolyn at motalcarolyn@gmail.com.
PING PONG: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the COLORADO ROOM. All levels are welcome, from beginners to advanced. Bring your paddle if you have one or some are available.
POTTERY (HAND-BUILT): A progressive course in hand-built pottery for all levels. We meet on Monday evenings from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the CERAMICS ROOM. The fee for materials is $9 per session, which includes clay, glazes and firing. Instruction and guidance are provided in a fun, relaxed and creative environment.
PRIDE WINDSOR GARDENS: We are an LGBTQ+ group and our allies. If you would like to be added to our email list or want more information, contact Dawn at Drsvamp2@aol.com or call/text 720-9371007
QUILTS OF VALOR: The WG chapter meets on the first Saturday each month in the SEWING ROOM from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We work on sewing quilts to give to veterans. All sewers are welcome. If you would like more information about the organization or wish to nominate a veteran to receive a quilt, visit the website QOVF.org.
REPUBLICAN CLUB meets on the third Tuesday of every month. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, June 17, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in CENTERPOINT.
4TH OF JULY PICNIC: We will also host a picnic on July 4, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the GAZEBOS. Everyone is welcome!
For more information about the club or if you are interested in attending the 4th of July Picnic, call Kate Flaharty at 720-261-6872.
SINGLE CHRISTIAN WOMEN meet every third Saturday of the month at 3 p.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. For more information, contact Darnell Castleman at 720-955-7558 or darnellcastleman@gmail. com.
SMOKE-FREE WG CLUB meets every third Tuesday of the month from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Interested in living in a smoke-free community? Working together on several fronts, we continue to inform neighbors of the ongoing impact of secondhand smoke on our health, safety and property values. We are investigating several leads. Your help is always needed!
SPANISH LANGUAGE EXPLORERS GROUP meets on Mondays in the EL GRAN JARDIN BANQUET ROOM, with the beginners meeting from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. and intermediates from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. The beginners' class runs from February to December, and it is highly recommended that your attendance is fairly regular. Please bring something to write with or on. NOTE: All meetings for the month of June have been canceled. Classes are expected to resume in July.
TIME4TAP: Step in time with tap dance. Learn steps, combinations, routines and dances to a variety of music, tempos and styles. Make Time4Tap in the AUDITORIUM on Tuesday mornings. Intermediate/ Advanced class meets from 10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. If you are an early-level tap dancer or have never tapped before, feel free to attend class and follow along. Questions? Call or text Julie Whalen at 303-550-5985 or email jwhalen97@comcast.net.
TORAH DISCUSSION CLUB meets every Thursday from 12 p.m. to 1:30
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p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. We read and discuss the ancient Jewish Bible to better understand its meaning in today's society. Jewish and non-Jewish residents are invited. To join, please contact Nate Khodadad at 720-989-5479.
TRAVEL CLUB: Tuesday, June 10 and Tuesday, June 24, from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Presentations by members have included Paris to Peru, Hawaii to Arizona, a river cruise on the Rhine, and RVing around the U.S. Members’ travel adventures from past and present are brought to life with pictures, stories and memorabilia. Stop by for some 'travel talk.' Questions? Contact Coral at 720-975-6702 at believecla@ gmail.com.
WARM HEARTS WARM BABIES: Would you like to help make blankets and clothing for premature and newborn infants in crisis? Material and yarn will be furnished, or you can use your own stash. We meet on the second Thursday of the month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the SEWING ROOM. Limited seating. NOTE: June’s meeting has been canceled due to scheduling
conflicts. Meetings will resume as usual in July. Contact Barbara at Ilove2sewbarb@ gmail.com to get more information.
WINDSOR COMMUNITY GARDENS CLUB: We are a volunteerled organic community garden club. The community gardens are popular, and even with 79 individual garden plots in two locations, you will most likely be placed on a waitlist to gain a four-year plot assignment. More information is on the WG website under the “Welcome” tab. You can also email us at windsorgcggardenclub@gmail.com.
WINDSOR WALKERS: Walk to music at your own pace every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:15 a.m. in the AUDITORIUM.
WINDSOR WRITERS: Mondays at 9 a.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. Join us for the joy of writing and sharing short pieces weekly on a variety of topics that members take turns choosing. No qualifications are needed, just creative folks who enjoy writing and sharing observations, ideas, and stories.
WINDSORETTES WOMEN'S GOLF LEAGUE: Open to residents or non-resident golfers ages 55 and up. We are
FAITH GROUPS @ WG
looking to expand the league. League play starts on the first Wednesday in May and runs through the last Wednesday in September.
4TH OF JULY FLAG TOURNAMENT: Friday, July 4. This tournament is open to all and teetime based. More details and a sign-up sheet will be posted outside the GOLF SHOP.
BATTLE OF THE GARDENS: Tuesdays, July 15 and July 22. The round on July 15 will be held at Heather Gardens Golf Club, and the round on July 22 will be held at Emerald Greens Golf Club. More details and a sign-up sheet will be posted outside the GOLF SHOP.
Invite a friend and join in the fun! New members are welcome! For more information, contact Windsorettes President Karen Higel at khigel601@gmail.com.
WOOD CARVERS & CRAFTERS meet every Monday and Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the ART ROOM. If you enjoy wood carving, wood burning, intarsia, scroll saw art, origami, leather crafting or carving, found art sculpting, steampunk art, crafting fishing flies and lures, or any other hands-on crafting, this group is for you! For more info, call Howard at 303-667-6000.
CATHOLIC MASS, FIRST FRIDAY: Mass is held on the first Friday at 9:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT EAST. All are welcome.
AL-ANON is friends and family of alcoholics who meet every Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM (upstairs). When you don’t know where to turn because someone drinks too much, AlAnon Family Groups can help.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Zoom and in-person meeting in the ASPEN ROOM every Wednesday evening from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, please call Pat at 303-667-7997.
CATHOLIC MASS, SUNDAY: Mass is held on Sundays in CENTERPOINT at 1 p.m.
WINDSOR GARDENS CHURCH invites you to our Sunday morning service from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT.
SUPPORT GROUPS
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP will meet in person on Monday, June 16, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Join us in a community with other residents experiencing low vision, vision loss, and blindness. Receive peer support and learn about skills, technology and resources for living with low vision. Please feel free to bring a snack to share! One-on-one appointments are also available. 720-263-0429.
We look forward to meeting you very soon. You can also visit our website: www. windsorgardenschurch.org. Zoom Sunday Services: ID = 745 223 1154 and Passcode = 3q64v9
WG GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP meets every Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Sharing our stories of loss can be the beginning of healing through grief. Marily Charles, who has run many grief groups, facilitates the group. She brings deep care and gentleness. Contact Marily at marily60@gmail.com or 720-980-3953 if you have any questions or just need to talk.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
RTD GROCERY TRIPS: Two Thursday trips to King Soopers and Safeway.
Pickups at WG are at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The bus stops at the 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 and RTD bus passes are accepted.
JEWELRY SALES & REPAIR in CENTERPOINT LOBBY on the second Thursday of the month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendor can place magnets on necklaces to make them easier to hook. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted.
MASSAGE: Therapeutic, Swedish and deep tissue massage every Thursday by appointment only in the DENVER ROOM. The cost is $60 per hour. Call Zhanna at 720338-3821 to schedule an appointment.
RTD SHOPPING TRIPS: Weekly Friday trips to Target and Walmart at the Town Center at Aurora.
Pickups at WG are at 9:40 a.m. The bus stops at the main entrance on Clinton St., continues around to E. Center Ave., S. Alton Way, and S. Clinton St., and then exits on E. Center Ave.
Bus returns for pickups at Target at 11:30 a.m. and Walmart at 11:45 a.m.
Bus fare is $1.50. Cash and RTD bus passes are accepted.
MOUNTAIN MAN FRUITS AND NUTS: Friday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT LOBBY. Drop by and check out the assortment of nuts, dried fruits, snacks, chocolates and much more!
SPECIALTY RECYCLING: The second Wednesday of the month from 5:30 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. in CENTERPOINT LOBBY Drop off light bulbs (in an easy to carry bag), bread tags, brown prescription bottles and caps, and plastic bottle caps for recycling. All items must be clean and dust free.
WATCH REPAIR SERVICE: The next visit will be Friday, June 6, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in CENTERPOINT LOBBY. Services include battery replacement and minor repairs.
XFINITY EDUCATIONAL
TABLE: Wednesday, June 11, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in CENTERPOINT LOBBY. A sales specialist will answer questions about your account or services. Sign up for a 15-minute slot at the Activities Desk.
HEALTH SCREENINGS & SERVICES
EAR CLINIC: Bayer's Mobile Ear Clinic is at WG on Mondays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM on the 2nd floor of CenterPoint. The clinic provides hearing tests, hearing aid repairs, batteries and wax management. Reservations are required. Please call 720-937-9919.
WELLNESS CLINIC WITH VISITING NURSES on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the ASPEN ROOM. Reservations are required at 303-698-6496. Please check in no more than 5 minutes before your appointment. Foot care is $55, which includes a foot
assessment, sensation screening, trimming toenails, calluses/corn filing, medication review, and blood pressure check. Fingernail cuts are $15. A blood pressure check is $5. Kaiser patients can call 303-698-6496 before their first visit to see if their plan qualifies them for free foot care.
DISCLAIMER: Some listings in the following sections are for upcoming informational meetings, workshops, or seminars related to commercial products or services conducted by outside individuals or groups not affiliated with Windsor Gardens. Please be aware that the products or services discussed or offered during such meetings are not endorsed, sponsored or approved by the Windsor Gardens Board of Directors or management of Windsor Gardens Association, nor is your attendance necessarily encouraged. Residents attending such meetings are urged to carefully research the products or services offered before entering into any agreement or contract to purchase.The Windsor Gardens Association assumes no responsibility other than for the rental of meeting facilities.
SERVICES & PRODUCTS PRESENTATIONS
WHEELCHAIR TUNE-UP AND BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS sponsored by HOME CARE RN, Inc.: Tuesdays, June 3, and July 1, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in CENTERPOINT LOBBY. Learn about home health care services in the privacy of your home with RNs, physical and occupational therapists, CNAs and more. Learn how to get paid to take care of your loved one. The cost of services is covered by insurance. You will also learn about durable medical supplies including wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, braces (knee, back, wrist), bath safety and transfer equipment,
incontinence supplies and more. Stop by and join Deb for cookies, small gifts, or a chat with a warm smile! FREE.
MEDICARE 101: Tuesday, June 17, at 10 a.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Join WG resident Bob Voytecek with Integrity Health Advisors for an introductory overview of the Medicare program, covering its eligibility, benefits, and enrollment process. FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
ELDER LAW AND ESTATE PLANNING with CHERYL TOMANDELATORRE, ESQ.: Wednesday, June 18,
from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in CENTERPOINT EAST. This seminar will focus on estate planning, including wills, trusts, living wills and powers of attorney. We will also discuss the probate process and ways to avoid probate. FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
SENIOR LIVING SEMINAR with SENIOR FAMILY PATHWAYS: Thursday, June 26, from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. Q and A on how easy transitioning to senior community living can be. Cory from Above and Beyond Placement, Anna with
LOCAL COMMUNITY EVENTS
Events under each venue are listed in chronological order.
DENVER PUBLIC LIBRARY PROGRAMS & EVENTS
− MEMORY CAFE is a fun place to socialize, relax and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Location: Virginia Village Library, Mead Community Room. Time: 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
x Art as Action Dance: Tuesday, June 10
x Denver Art Museum: Tuesday, June 17
x Improv with Rise Comedy: Tuesday, June 24
− ADULT CRAFT TIME: Wednesday, June 11, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Ross-Cherry Creek Branch Library in the Beehive Community Space. A new craft every month!
− OM AWAY FROM HOME MEDITATION: Tuesday, June 24, from 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Ross-Cherry Creek Branch Library in the Basement Community Room. Come practice introductory meditation with us. Feel free to bring your own meditation pillow or bench or use one of our chairs. No experience is necessary.
− CONNECTION KITS: Friday, June 27, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Virginia Village Branch Library in the Mead Community Room. Exploring personal photographs and mementos from one's life can be a beautiful way to create connections and engage people who experience memory loss with loved ones and caregivers. Join us as we create personalized memory binders called Connection Kits and fill them with meaningful
DENVER MUSEUM OF NATURE & SCIENCE: June 19, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, 303-370-6000. (Free admission does not include IMAX or Planetarium.)
images and objects. Registration is required by calling 720-865-1111.
FAIRMOUNT HERITAGE FOUNDATION EVENTS
Fairmount Cemetery is located at 430 South Quebec Street, Denver, and Riverside Cemetery is at 5201 Brighton Boulevard, Denver. For more details and tickets, visit FHF's Eventbrite page -- https://www.eventbrite.com/o/fairmountheritage-foundation-33389104035.
− HERITAGE ROSE TOUR: Wednesday, June 4, at 9 a.m. Don't miss this annual event. Fairmount's rosarians will guide you through the rose garden and help you identify the different old garden roses. The tour starts at Block 85, Fairmount's rose garden. Block maps are available on the cemetery website. For tickets, visit the Eventbrite link above.
− NAME AND PLACES TOUR, PART 2: Saturday, June 21, from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Join tour guides Nan and Ryan at Fairmount's Mausoleum. We'll discover some of the names behind some of Colorado's places. Bring good walking shoes and water. For tickets, visit the Eventbrite link above.
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OFFERINGS
The JCC is located at 350 S. Dahlia St., Denver, 303-399-2660. Some events require registration at the JCC website: https://www.jccdenver.org/ events/. Please direct questions to Blair Becker at bbecker@jccdenver.com.
− MAHJ PLAY AT THE J: Tuesdays, June 10, 17, and 24, from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Wolf Room. Free! Register at the JCC website.
FREE MUSEUM DAYS
DENVER ART MUSEUM: June 10, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., 100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., Denver, 720-913-0130.
FOUR MILE HISTORIC PARK: June 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 715 S. Forest St., Denver.
− CURRENT EVENTS & SCHMOOZE: Fridays, June 13, 20, and 27, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Mizel Reception Room. Free! No registration is necessary.
− SENIOR BOOK CLUB, “THE GREAT GIMMELMANS” BY LEE MATTHEW GOLDBERG: Thursday, June 12, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Wolf Room. Free! Register at the JCC website.
− KAVOD ON THE ROAD, CHARTING YOUR COURSE TO AGING SUCCESS: Wednesday, June 25, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Mizel Reception Room. Cost: $5. Register by calling 720-382-4878.
SENIOR PLANET TECH TALKS
The Senior Planet Center in Lowry is located at 7585 E Academy Blvd. All classes are FREE, but registration is required by calling 720-3280875.
− APPLE: Mondays, June 2, 9, 16, and 23 at 3:30 p.m. Come to our center for this Q&A session. Please bring your Apple devices to the center with you!
− ANDROID: Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18, and 25 at 2 p.m. Come to our center for this Q&A session. Please bring your Android devices to the center with you!
− DIGITAL JOB SEARCHING TOOLS: Thursdays, June 5, 12, and 19. Interested in getting back into the workforce? Curious about the new “gig” economy? Come to the center for assistance in a small group on how to use social media in your job search. We'll demonstrate digital job searching tools like LinkedIn and offer tips and advice to job seekers. Please bring your devices with you!
DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS: June 12, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., 1007 York St, Denver, CO 80206.
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Anna Burr Elder Law, Tracey at People, Places and Things and Greg with Reside in Denver Real Estate will explain how to find the right community based on your needs and desires. We'll discuss how to organize your move to your new community, and legal options related to your home, probate, wills
and trusts. Finally, we will explore the current real estate market. Refreshments and a door prize. FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk or call 303-808-8910.
ADVANCED PLANNING with FAIRMOUNT: Friday, June 27, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Join Brandye Maddox for a short presentation
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about the benefits of advanced planning. Most funeral establishments don’t have a funeral home, cemetery, chapels, and reception areas all in one place. We offer a one-stop shop. Fairmount is looking to extend a special discount to WG residents. Refreshments will be provided. FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
Windsor Writers Theme: Color
Color Me Pink, Rose and Lavender by Sandra Windsor
I suppose I could be classified as a color addict, if such a category exists. I love the magic that color evokes in my life. I love the use of color in movies like Inside Out and Inside Out 2. In the latter we have the confrontation between joy and anxiety. I would love to meet the person who created anxiety’s persona. She is a screaming, redorange squatty creature with a huge open, screaming mouth whose body shakes and trembles with fear.
In the past I have ascribed characteristics to my own emotions even categorizing my feelings in terms of colors. Sadness is one such emotion. I have since named her Sybil, and she and I have had several discussions on paper. She is pale blue with darker blue eyes and hair. She doesn’t smile and insists her job is to protect me from lurking evils. Her world is shaped in shades of gray with a slight blue tinge. She likes to remind me of my losses and how more could be coming. I counter with asking her to stay in the background as I search for colors of promise like pink, rose and lavender. Anticipation suggests itself in these tones as would promise. But then, yellow might also be appropriate for hope and streams of happiness.
My life is often being interpreted in color like when I select just the right color family for my next quilt. Oh, what joy to see and touch and pair these fabrics across the cutting table. What promise each
holds. I also have trays of colored pens and pencils and watercolor pens placed in various writing spaces across my personal space. Even on gray days their spontaneous burst of artfully named shades brings a smile and a promise.
A new promise appeared on my doorstep yesterday just as I was preparing to end my day. I often check my door before retiring. Well, there, outside my door, was a package, a box which felt like a collection of things. I brought it inside to my table and thought only briefly about opening it in the morning, but curiosity won out. Locating my box cutter, I carefully cut through the packing tape. Where had this come from? Was it really mine? I closed the box flaps to re-read the label. It said, Sandra Windsor, and the address was correct. Folding the box flaps back, I reached for each individual item: two mindfulness coloring books, an amazing package of maybe 100 colored pens screaming to be used, a smaller packet of very special pens and lastly, an inspirational book. It was exactly what I could have wished for following two crisis filled days. I had an idea of the sender because I had received an email from a friend asking for my address. But how did she know her gift was what I needed on this very evening. I cry over everything, and this was no exception. Color sustains me.
For As Long As It Lasts by Marilynn Reeves
The blossoms on the crabapple trees across from me are in full bloom now, on this, the exact middle of the month of April, and in the breath-taking apex of the season known as Spring.
I have searched in vain to find just the right color to try to paint them, as if, in my vanity, I could even begin to replicate them, and their elusive beauty.
For they are not pink, nor red, nor fuchsia –nor even the deepest shade of coral, but all of these, yet none of these. They are their own unique, indefinable color.
And since I cannot paint them, I shall simply drink in their beauty, juxtaposed as they are against the ethereal blue of the soft Spring sky.
And I shall worship their splendor as they now appear in all their glory, for as long as they last. And then I shall see them from time to time in my mind’s eye whenever I try to recall them from my poor, imperfect memory.
For as long as it lasts.
Pretending to Write by Dennis Payton Knight
Mixing words together, that is my gift, Tossing nouns and verbs in a pot with Adjectives for spice and adverbs for emphasis. It comes as easily as stirring soup with a spoon. My pantry is replete with words long and short, I’ve mastered the daily puzzles, the crosswords, The wordles, jumbles, anagrams and spelling bees. I’m a veritable thesaurus, and even some I know My recipes change to meet the need,
I can sweet talk, promise, cajole or demand, Check my sources thoroughly, and leave you Conquered, crying or laughing in the end.
But here I sit ready, or so pretending to write, While my muse is still in bed, tossing, dreaming, Of what I do not know, but when she wakes, It’s going to be one hell of a story.
The Windsor Writers group meets weekly on Mondays at 9 a.m. in the Aspen Room. Join us for the joy of writing and sharing short pieces weekly on a variety of topics that members take turns choosing. No qualifications needed, just creative folks who enjoy writing and sharing ideas and stories.
Theme: Let's Pretend
C L A S S I F I E D S
CLASSIFIED AD RATE: $6 per 50 characters per line, including punctuation and spacing. Minium of $6 per classified. Call 303-364-7485 or email karellano@wgamail.com for more information. Deadline for submission is the 10th of the month prior to the month of publication.
GARAGE FOR RENT
UNDERGROUND PARKING SPACE FOR RENT, asking $200/mo. OBO. Near exit door by bldg. 84, 580 SCS. Richard 719-396-5554.
GARAGE WANTED
WANTED TO BUY Garage near 610 S Clinton prefer lot 1,4, 5 Call 310-980-3655.
HOMES FOR RENT
BELLA VITA SENIOR LIVING: Discover the perfect blend of comfort and community at Bella Vita Senior Living. Our modern apartments offer spacious layouts with washers and dryers in every unit, all utilities included in your low monthly rent, and maintenance-free living in a beautiful, active senior-friendly environment. Experience the Bella Vita difference - call now to schedule your exclusive tour! Limited availability - don’t miss out on your chance to join our vibrant community. 720-575-3943.
AVAILABLE JUNE 1ST – 2Bedroom/2Bath, 1311 sq. ft. remodeled, glass balcony, 3rd fl. Garage available & close to condo. Elevator, pool, sauna, gym, café, security doors, laundry, water & trash paid. No pets. $1950/mo. + deposit 745 S Alton Way, bus service available in front of bldg. 303-888-5667.
1BEDROOM/1 BATH OR 2BEDROOM /1BATH condos for rent soon! Very clean condos & so many amenities at WG. Call for availability 303-503-0745.
HOMES WANTED
WINDSOR GARDENS RENTALS. The demand for rental units in Windsor Gardens is greater than ever! If you are an owner needing professional property management services at reasonable pricing or if you are a potential tenant in search of a rental unit call 303-808-0808 today to discuss opportunities and availability! Jane Doyle, Managing Broker, CharterWest Consulting, Inc.; Equal Housing Opportunity Brokerage. Windsor Gardens resident.
REAL ESTATE TRANSITION SPECIALISTS and Windsor Gardens Experts, Amy & Scott Grossman-Buy, Sell, Private Tours, $Cash for Properties. Know all your options. See ad on back page of this paper. 303-941-9436. www. tourwindsorgardens.com.
I’LL PURCHASE YOUR CONDO! Any condition. Quick close or take your time. Will assist with clean out. Chelsea Properties, LLC 470-306-2624.
WE BUY WINDSOR GARDENS units or show you how to get $15 - $20,000 more than a Buy-Out. Mike Schoenecker & Co. 303-898-3963.
ITEMS FOR SALE
3-WHEEL RED SCHWINN BIKE like new, large basket $140 720-859-6629.
ITEMS WANTED
I BUY VINTAGE BASEBALL & SPORTS cards and memorabilia Pre 1980. I also buy music albums, LPs and 45 records. Top dollar paid. Call CJ 303-916-8143. LOOKING 4 SILVER STANDARD POODLE owner - Robin 303-669-0944.
SERVICES
PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANING SERVICES – Eco friendly, dependable, and trustworthy. Flexible availability. Shay 303-562-6368.
NAILS & SKIN CARE BY CATHY I have 35 yrs experience in manicures,pedicures,Waxing, Eyelash/Eyebrow dyes. I am mobile & will come to you. Please call for Appt. 303-549-3854.
CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE (CNA) – Personal care, companionship, transportation, hospice, grocery store runs, meal preparation, 24/7 care service & more. 20 years’ experience! Excellent references!! Maria H. (720)232-4371.
SQUEAKY CLEAN WITH JENNA LEIGH: Fast, thorough, and reliable. Call for free consultation 720-978-4470.
WG RESIDENT WITH 30 YEARS caregiver experience. Very reliable, also run errands, good references. Loretta Wright 720-822-5601.
LANAI WINDOW CLEANING For Windsor Gardens residents. Thorough cleaning of lanai windows inside & outside. Detailed and Professional. Friendly and Reliable. Please call Bob 720-621-7767.
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FOR ALL YOUR SEWING & ALTERATION needs, custom made and more. Please call Soledad 303-399-5513 (no texts). WG Resident.
TRANSPORTATION TO & FROM DIA. WG resident can provide transportation to DIA. Call Kathy at 720-480-6486.
WOW! A SECOND GUARDIAN ANGEL. How many people get that chance? I’m here to run your errands, grocery shop, take you to appointments, airport, whatever! I’m punctual, organized and detail oriented. Call your Angel “Tony” 303-507-9196
CONDO PAINTING: Detailed and Professional! Friendly and Reliable. Please call Bob 720-621-7767.
HOME HELPER ASSISTANT: Light housekeeping, light meal prep, companionship, etc. Sheryl 720-323-1467.
GOOD CAREGIVER CNA; 5 yrs. exp. Ybralem. 720-243-6267.
MAGGIE’S HOME HEALTH CARE Men & Women, bathe, meals, errands, lifting/ mobility, light cleaning, on call. 720-309-5966.
I HAVE 5 YRS EXP. & a good caregiver. Fana 720-481-9130.
CAREGIVER CNA 10 yrs exp. All your Daily needs. Abby 720-324-3825.
HOUSECLEANING: I provide all types of cleaning, including bathrooms, bedroom, kitchen. Contact Veronica Peralta 720-387-5426.
EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER, 14 yrs exp. with Dementia and Alzheimer’s patients. Senait Abera 303-667-6328.
HAIRCUTS – SHEAR-N-MOTION provides in-home haircuts to men and women. Licensed, insured, and over 20+ years’ experience. Call/Text 720-422-4117 or email shearnmotion@gmail.com.
CATLOVER’S CAT CARE Yvonne Refs 303-548-6230.
EXPERIENCED MALE CAREGIVER: Provides Excellent Care 720-998-4288.
EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER: 12 yrs exp. All your daily needs, shopping too. 303258-6129.
MASSAGE THERAPIST: 30 yrs exp. $55/hr. in my home here in WG. Call 303880-3907 for an appointment.
EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER: 16 yrs exp. Providing Excellent Care 24/7 720-3380739.
PLANT CARE: Watering, replanting, cuttings, vacation care for your indoor plants. Richard 719-396-5554.
LOVE AND CARE HOME CARE: Caregiving, Overnights, Medication Reminders and MORE. 720-998-8933.
READY TO ORGANIZE AND DECLUTTER? Spark ~ a Catalyst is ready to help. Special DISCOUNTED fee for Windsor Gardens residents. Check out our website at http://www.sparkacatalyst.com or call your WGA neighbor, Kathy Callender, at kathyc@sparkacatalyst.com or 505-660-9397.
GENTLE DOG & CAT GROOMING just 3.2 miles from WG! Your pet’s comfort is our top priority. 1 on 1 relaxing, stress-free grooming. Mobile Services: nails, ear & anal care. SAVE with Loyalty Rewards! Call/Text 303-819-7247 1930 S Rosemary St. Denver, CO 80216.
HANDYMAN/HELPER – Painting, moving, windows, lights, errands, etc. Windsor resident. Kevin 720-984-2043.
FUR BABY SITTING; Are you going away to play & pamper yourself? Allow me to play & pamper your fur baby. I come with references and all my shots. 720-7260709.
ANA’S HAIR DESIGNS – Color, perms, men & women haircuts. Serving Windsor Gardens since 2018. Call/txt 720-422-1657.
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AIR CONDITIONING
Air Conditioner Sales & Service
Tom Grace 2443 S. University #211 303-755-2111 or tmmytomato@aol.com
ATTORNEYS
Kirch, Rounds & Bowman PC
Estate Planning/Admin, Real Estate Over 40 yrs combined legal experience www.dwkpc.net 303-671-7726
AUTOMOTIVE
Grease Monkey – Right Next Door! Full serv oil change, Maint/Repair Automatic Car Wash, Self Wash. 9640 E Alameda 303-343-8200 10% off WG
COMPUTERS
Computer & Electronic Help by Stephen College student, grandpa lives in WG
Enjoy helping seniors, plus tutoring Low fee 303-330-2272
