Living in Windsor Gardens’ 55+ condominuim association provides residents with a unique opportunity to enjoy the beauty of our grounds while remaining active, connected and engaged with neighbors. With the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, distinct seasons, and vibrant cities nearby, our community offers an ideal setting for a fulfilling, comfortable lifestyle.
A Community Designed for Active Living
Many residents choose our 55+ community for more than just housing – they come for the lifestyle. Neighbors are often in similar stages of life, whether recently retired, enjoying longestablished retirement, or transitioning into retirement. This shared experience fosters friendships and common interests. Our community activities include:
• Monthly luncheons and social gatherings
• Card groups, book clubs, hobby circles, golf leagues, art, drama and choir, with many classes, groups, and clubs
• Walking groups that enjoy indoor and outdoor opportunities to mingle or meditate
• Holiday celebrations, monthly recognized special days, and seasonal events galore
• Educational programs on health, safety, and financial planning
2026 Board Officers & Committees Association Contacts
Executive Committee
y Bobbie Mays, President
y Michael Powl, Vice President
y Judi Bianco, Treasurer
y Dean Deverick, Secretary
Architectural Review Committee
y Dean Deverick, Chair
y Ron Baldwin, Co-chair
y Susan Bretschneider, Resident
y Virginia "Gini" Hansen, Resident
y Jody Luna, Resident
y Jerry Powers, Resident
y Tee Williams, Resident
Auditing Committee
y Dean Deverick, Chair
y Judi Bianco, Co-chair
y Susan Adamson, Resident
y Peggy Powl, Resident
y Diane Sagil, Resident
Board Election Committee
y Judi Bianco, Chair
y Dean Deverick, Co-chair
y Renee Farrar, Resident
y Jennifer Powers, Resident
y Donna Sanford, Resident
Building Representative Zone Committee (BRZC)
y Ron Baldwin, Chair
y Donna Sanford, Co-Chair
y Zone 1: Shari Swickard
y Zone 2: Deb Shaw
y Zone 3: Susan Adamson
y Zone 4: Kathy Young
y Zone 5: Lisa Davis
y Zone 6: Ken DeHate
y Zone 7: Susan Bretschneider
Community Life Committee
y Mike Lopez, Chair
y Judi Bianco, Co-chair
y Kristin Brotherton, Resident
y Lisa Davis, Resident
y Jeanne Lee, Resident
y Wendy Liljenberg, Resident
y Sally Ortner, Resident Employee Relations/Safety Committee
y Dean Deverick, Chair
y Mike Lopez, Co-chair
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 Kathy Callender, Chair
y Dean Deverick, Co-chair
y Kristin Brotherton, Resident
y Virginia "Gini" Hansen
y Judy Tauchen, Resident Finance Committee
y Judi Bianco, Chair
y Kathy Callender, Co-chair
y Mary Beth Krivanek, Resident
y Jerry Powers, Resident
y Peggy Powl, Resident
y Jan Sheppard, Resident
Governing Documents
Review
Ad Hoc Committee
y Kathy Callender, Chair
y Michael Powl, Co-chair
y Sally Ortner, Resident
y Jan Sheppard, Resident
y Charles Silverman, Resident Insurance Committee
y Mike Lopez, Chair
y Judi Bianco, Co-chair
y Susan Bretschneider, Resident
y Sylvia Francis, Resident
y Ann-Marie Jackson, Resident
y Diane Sagil, Resident
y Beverly Williams, Resident
Long-Range Planning & Innovation Committee
y Michael Powl, Chair
y Kathy Callender, Co-chair
y Gay Ann Ost, Resident
y Jerry Powers, Resident
y Brenda Sanders, Resident
y John Young, Non-Resident Owner
y Bill Walsh, Facilities Maintenance Manager
Policy Committee
y Michael Powl, Chair
y Kathy Callender, Co-chair
y Shirley Cox, Resident
y Mary Beth Krivanek, Resident
y Jennifer Powers, Resident
y Donna Sanford, Resident
y Patrice Tyler, Resident
Public Relations Committee
y Mike Lopez, Chair
y Ron Baldwin, Co-chair
y Renee Farrar, Resident
y James Keyworth, Resident
y Kay Lewis, Resident
y Eydie McDaniel, Resident
y Kathy Young, Resident
Revenue Exploration Ad Hoc Committee
y Mike Lopez, Chair
y Michael Powl, Co-chair
y Marcia McGilley, Resident
y Brenda Sanders, Resident
y John Young, Non-resident
Underground Garage Subcommittee
y Judi Bianco, Chair
y Dean Deverick, Co-chair
y Barbara Dey, Resident
y Camella "Candy" Ford, Resident
y Virginia "Gini" Hansen, Resident
y Martin Langley, Resident
y William "Bill" Laub, Resident
y Jeanne Lee, Resident
y Jan Sheppard, Resident
ADMINISTRATION ––303-364-7485
Regular Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
General Manager: Rebecca Zazueta, email: rzazueta@wgamail.com
Asst. General Manager: Tammy Tafoya-Paredes, email: ttafoya@wgamail.com
Business Manager: Katie Monasmith, email: kmonasmith@wgamail.com
Director of Golf: Joey Schlueter, email: jschlueter@wgamail.com
BOARD OF DIRECTORS board@wgamail.com
President: Bobbie Mays
Vice Pres.: Michael Powl
Treasurer: Judi Bianco
Secretary: Dean Deverick
Asst. Treasurer: Mike Lopez Asst. Secretary: Ron Baldwin Director-at-Large: Kathy Callender
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 more 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. Please email proposals to WindsorLife@wgamail.com. Drafts for proposals approved for publication must be received at WindsorLife@wgamail.com by the 15th of the month before publication. Drafts will be edited for grammar, clarity, civility and length. Photo submissions are accepted throughout the month and may be posted on the WG Facebook page or published in the Windsor Life, depending on photo resolution and available space.
DELIVERY DATE: The Windsor Life is delivered during the first seven days of the month. The date varies and is NOT necessarily on the 1st 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 researching any product or service and checking references before hiring any individual or company.
Community & Committee Meetings
NOTE: Not all of the committees meet every month. Attend in Person: Most meetings will be in the Colorado Room with exceptions noted below.
Join by Phone via Zoom: Phone option available for many 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
BRC Meeting
Wednesday, May 20, at 3 p.m. In person in CenterPoint or via Zoom. See Zoom details below.
COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Architectural Review Committee Tuesday, May 19, 10 a.m.
Public Relations Committee Thursday, May 7, 10 a.m. Meeting ID: 984 3299 3285 Passcode: 886582
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.
Helen Cerretti, building 47, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026, in home hospice, with her daughters, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Glasgow, Scotland, and came to the United States aboard the Queen Mary in 1958. In Chicago, she met and married Angelo Ciccio, the father of her children. She became a U.S. citizen, raised her family and later worked as a receptionist at Northern Trust in the Chicago Loop.
After her marriage to the late Ken Cerretti, she volunteered for hospice in Chicago and later at Rose Hospital in Denver, where she also helped care for two granddaughters after their firefighter dad's untimely passing.
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Your Turn: Write a Letter
Write a Letter to the Board, Administrators or 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 publication in the 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 in order 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
Memorial Day
Monday, May 25, 2026
Independence Day Friday, July 3, 2026
Labor Day Monday, September 7, 2026
Thanksgiving Thursday, November 26, 2026
Friday, November 27, 2026
Christmas Thursday, December 24, 2026
Friday, December 25, 2026
New Year's Day Friday, January 1, 2027
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These activities help keep our neighbors socially connected and mentally engaged.
Enjoying the Best of Windsor Gardens
We offer many advantages for seniors who want to stay active, including access to our golf course, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, cultural events, dances, the El Gran Jardin restaurant and bar, and a variety of local attractions outside of our community. Whether attending a concert or play, gathering in the gazebos, traveling to Black Hawk, or simply enjoying a walk around our WG loop or community gardens, there is always something to do.
Residents appreciate access to nearby healthcare facilities, grocery stores, senior services, and public programs that support healthy and independent living. Schlessman Library offers senior programs, and nearby amenities such as the Lowry Sports Park and Senior Planet offer additional opportunities.
The Role of the HOA
The association plays an important role in maintaining the quality and character of the community. Our HOA board and committees are made up of resident volunteers who dedicate their time to overseeing budgets, maintaining common areas and helping ensure that the community remains a pleasant place to live.
Residents contribute to the success of our HOA by:
• Volunteering for committees
• Participating in community discussions and attending community meetings
• Helping maintain the friendly atmosphere that makes the neighborhood special
• Reading Windsor Life for information instead of relying on others or assuming
When residents stay involved, the community remains strong and vibrant.
Neighbors Looking Out for Neighbors
One of the most valued aspects of our WG community is the sense of neighborly care. We often check in on one another, lend a helping hand when needed, and share in the everyday moments of life. This spirit of cooperation and kindness creates a welcoming environment where people feel safe, supported, and at home.
Kindness towards your neighbors is always appreciated. Your smile and positive attitude can uplift those you encounter each day.
A Place to Thrive
Windsor Gardens offers the best of both worlds—peaceful living within a friendly neighborhood while remaining connected to the energy and opportunities outside of our community. For many residents, it becomes more than just a place to live; it becomes a place to thrive.
Let’s not forget our dedicated and loyal staff, who are the glue that holds us together. Without them, we would not enjoy the many opportunities available to us each day.
Through friendship, participation, and shared responsibility, our neighbors and staff work together to create a community where everyone can enjoy the benefits of active, independent living in one of Colorado’s most beautiful settings – Windsor Gardens.
The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.
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Helen had been a self-taught yogi since 1970 and practiced up through her final week, crediting it with her lifelong poise and vigor. Known as "Granny" to her nine grandchildren, she will be remembered for her style, Scottish wit and shortbread. Helen taught her family to live each phase of life with grit and grace.
Raymond “Ray” D. Windsor, building 64, was born to June and J.W. Windsor on a snowy December day in 1944 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he enjoyed his growing-up years post-World War II. Upon high school graduation, Ray joined the Army for a four-year tour, which included a year in combat in Vietnam. Like many others, this was a turning point in his life. Ultimately, his exposure to Agent Orange during this time took his life in February 2026.
Upon discharge from the military, Ray pursued his bachelor’s degree in history at the University of New Mexico, which led him
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to a career in education, serving as a high school teacher and principal, and later as a college instructor. His intellectual pursuits led him to his master’s degree, courses in various genres and, in his later years, to becoming a published writer.
Ray shared forty years of his life with his surviving wife, Sandra. Sharing a curiosity for varied interests, they traveled widely, reveling in their broad experiences. Sharing is what they enjoyed most, especially those long discussions about almost anything. On another front, they shared a love for baseball, though for different teams. Ray was a lifelong St. Louis Cardinals fan, while Sandra’s allegiance was to the Detroit Tigers.
Ray and Sandra moved to Windsor Gardens fourteen years ago for the maintenance-free, safe lifestyle they enjoyed.
Ray is survived by his brother James, his love, Sandra, and his four stepchildren and six grandchildren. He is missed.
WG Board in Motion
On March 27, 2026, the Windsor Gardens Board of Directors passed an electronic motion to approve the insurance renewal package for Windsor Gardens’ 2026-2027 fiscal year as submitted by the Cherry Creek Insurance Group in the amount of $2,377,556.87.
At a special board meeting on April 7, 2026, the board of directors passed the following motions:
Motion to accept the resignation of Jamie Kean from the Community Life and Policy Committees.
Motion to accept the resignation of David Farrar from the Community Life Committee.
Motion to accept the resignation of Bev Kretz from the Finance and Long-Range Planning and Innovation Committees and as the alternate building representative for Building 57.
Motion to appoint Renee Farrar to the Public Relations Committee.
Motion to appoint Jerry Powers to the Finance Committee.
Motion to appoint Jennifer Powers to the Policy Committee.
Motion to appoint Sally Ortner to the Community Life Committee.
Motion to appoint Martin Langley to the Underground Garage Sub-Committee.
Motion to approve the revised bylaws received by Orten Cavanagh Holmes and Hunt as presented.
At their monthly board meeting on April 22, 2026, the board passed the following motions:
Finance Committee motions:
Motion to transfer $386,599.83 to the capital reserve account. Motion to transfer $266,424.50 to the tax reserve account.
Motion to transfer $197,351.07 to the capital reserve account. (This transfer represents the April insurance loan payment from the operating account.)
Policy Committee motions:
Motion to approve the revised Community Gardens Policy as presented.
Motion to keep association policy silent on the posting of flags on unit doors.
Motion to remove a building representative who chose not to sign the confidentiality agreement form.
Motion to remove an alternate building representative who is not in alignment with the board and administration.
Motion to remove a Community Life Committee member who has been unresponsive.
Motion to authorize the General Manager to close the hailstorm claim with the agreement from all property insurance carriers to pay the remaining depreciation amount of $1.8M.
Motion to transition the request for residents to host free activities events to the policy committee for consideration and policy revision.
Motion to proceed with CSC Service Works lease negotiations which will include replacement of laundry machines and an increased vend price of $1.25 per wash and $1.25 per dry.
At an executive session on April 22, 2026, the board discussed personnel issues, approved two judicial foreclosures, discussed covenant enforcement matters, and approved the transition of several delinquent accounts to the attorney’s office.
From the General Manager
FACILITIES MANAGER BILL WALSH TO RETIRE
General Manager
Rebecca Zazueta
Our long-time Facilities Manager, Bill Walsh, has decided to retire from Windsor Gardens at the end of this year after an extraordinary 45 years of service.
While this news is bittersweet, the coming months will be a time of celebration and gratitude as we honor Bill’s legacy. Bill is, by every measure, a guardian of Windsor Gardens and one of our finest stewards. For 45 years, he faithfully protected and cared for the community, and it has truly been his home away from home. Now it is time for Windsor Gardens to surround Bill with
appreciation and well wishes in the months ahead and to support him as he helps guide us through this important transition. As part of this initial news regarding the transition, I am pleased to share that Jon Howell, Facilities Manager Designate, will begin working at Windsor Gardens on May 4. Jon will partner closely with Bill over the next several months and then take over the Facilities Manager role when Bill officially retires. Grounds Maintenance Supervisor Dana Cusack will also play an important role in this transition, stepping into a new position at the end of year as Grounds, Golf and Assets Manager. Dana has served Windsor Gardens for 43 years, working alongside Bill throughout his entire career. Jon, Dana, and department supervisors and staff will lead the way forward. We look forward to sharing the next steps with you soon.
DROUGHT-RELATED WATER RESTRICTIONS AND THE DENVER WATER BUDGET PROGRAM FOR LARGE PROPERTIES
Denver Water has implemented drought related outdoor watering restrictions that limit most properties to watering only two days per week. These rules are intended to reduce overall water use across the region in response to dry conditions.
For large, landscaped communities like Windsor Gardens, strictly complying with a two days per week schedule is not feasible. Denver Water is offering an alternative option for large properties called the Water Budget Program. This program allows qualifying properties to apply for a customized total water allocation for the season instead of following a fixed two day watering schedule. Under a water budget:
The community must reduce total outdoor water use (generally by about 20% compared to historical use).
Watering can be spread more evenly throughout the week.
All other water waste rules still apply (no runoff, no watering during the heat of the day, etc.).
Total usage is carefully monitored and must stay within the approved budget.
This program is specifically designed for large HOAs, apartment communities, and commercial properties where strict day of week limits are impractical.
Windsor Gardens will apply to Denver Water for participation in the Water Budget Program by the June 1, 2026, deadline. Our goal is to use less water overall while continuing our annual flower program and protecting the trees and landscaping that define our community. The golf course will continue to be watered by the lake water, which is not on the Denver Water system; however, once the lake water is depleted, hoses from building meters will be used to hand-water the golf course trees and turf to protect the health of the landscaping.
Residents will still notice seasonal browning and reduced watering compared to past years. This is expected and encouraged under drought conditions. Irrigation practices may be adjusted throughout the summer to avoid substantial overruns in the water budget.
Windsor Gardens is committed to responsible water use, compliance with Denver Water requirements, protecting the long term health of community landscaping, and being transparent with residents about drought related decisions. We appreciate the
support of Windsor Garden residents as we navigate another dry summer and do our part to conserve Colorado’s water resources.
Help Save Water with These Small Changes Indoors
Meaningful water savings can also come from indoor water use, where small changes by residents can make a real difference. How you can help:
Flush only when necessary, “If it’s yellow, let it mellow; if it’s brown, flush it down.” Flushing once less per day saves approximately 1.5 gallons. If everyone in the community pitches in, that amounts to 4033 gallons per day, or 496,059 gallons from May to August.
Run dishwashers only when fully loaded, rather than for small loads. Every time you hold off on a small load, you can save up to 10 gallons of water. And just in case you are curious, according to the EPA, dishwashers are generally more waterefficient than washing dishes by hand, especially when the faucet is left running. For example, if the community pitches in and every unit reduces its dishwasher use by one time per week, that would be equivalent to 26,890 gallons per week. From May to August, that would be equivalent to 510,910 gallons! Wow.
These simple steps help reduce overall water demand and support the community’s efforts to stay within Denver Water’s requirements during a dry summer. What do you think, Windsor Gardens? Is it possible to save 1M gallons of water on flushes and dishwasher loads?
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LAUNDRY FACILITIES LEASE NEGOTIATIONS
The CSC Service Works laundry facilities lease is currently under negotiation, with a plan to replace all washers and dryers in the community this calendar year. Once the machine replacements are complete, the new vend price is expected to be $1.25 per wash and $1.25 per dry. While we have worked hard to maintain the current price of $.75 per wash and $.50 per dry for many years, this cost is significantly below market value and cannot be sustained moving forward. This is one of the reasons the lease has not been renewed for the past three years: we wanted to hold off on the price increases for as long as possible. Unfortunately, the machines have exceeded their useful life, and we cannot delay their replacement any longer.
Also, as part of the lease negotiation, we anticipate transitioning away from payments with laundry cards. Instead, residents will be able to download an application on their smartphones to pay for laundry use by scanning a QR code on the laundry machine. Alternatively, for residents without a smartphone, a credit/debit card system will be available in each laundry room. More information and training will be available as we finalize the lease agreement. The lease still needs to be finalized, and the equipment will need to be ordered before we can announce the exact timeline of new machine installations. We will keep you posted!
SPRING CLEANING TO DO LIST
As we look ahead to the beautiful summer months, let’s work together to get Windsor Gardens looking its best for the season. Here are some seasonal reminders and ways you can pitch in and do your part:
Stored Items and Clutter on Lanais. We have a lot of stuff on lanais this year! Take advantage of the nice weather and spruce up your lanai. Throw away weathered and unused items and remove stored items by participating in the large-item pickup day on May 13. Let’s get those lanais clean for the summer!
Holiday Decorations are Lingering. If you have colored holiday lights on your lanai or other holiday décor still visibly displayed (O-Christmas Tree, are you still out there?), it needs to be removed. The deadline to remove holiday décor was February 28, which has come and gone.
Window Coverings. It is time to update and refresh our appearance! Worn or broken window coverings, coverings made from blankets or sheets, or those that are not neutral in color should be replaced. The specific guidelines state that blinds, shades or window coverings for windows or enclosed lanai windows must be properly fitted and in a neutral shade as viewed from the street. Open lanai window coverings are limited to sunshades or blinds
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
made of wood or natural-looking wood vinyl. Blinds or shades must be maintained in good working order and repaired or replaced as needed. It is also important to note that window coverings for the unit interior or the lanai cannot be affixed to concrete surfaces, including the unit ceiling or the exterior lanai block.
Updating your window coverings can make a world of difference in improving the community’s curb appeal. Thanks in advance for doing your part!
Flowers in Landscape Beds and on Lanais. Remember to leave the landscaping to our faithful grounds crew! No private gardening is allowed in the landscape beds around lanais. Do not plant personal plants in beds or place flowers or garden decorations. We are already starting to see plants, pots, and decorative items popping up. Help us keep these beds free of residents’ items, and remember that Windsor Gardens staff may remove and dispose of them at any time. Don’t spend your money unnecessarily! Also, flower boxes, while beautiful, may not be hung or affixed to lanai railings above the first floor due to safety concerns. Keep your flowerpots safely inside your lanai to avoid the risk of them falling.
Building Inspections. Exterior building inspections are scheduled for June and July. We hope this list helps you get a head start.
MAINTENANCE & GROUNDS UPDATES
Fiber Network: The Vero project is moving along well. The inner loop conduit has been installed. The line to Alameda has been pulled, phase 2 and 3 lines have been drilled, and the indoor crew has completed approximately eight buildings and is in phase 2. The head-end room has been completed, and equipment work is nearly complete in that area. A new storage room was built for Community Response, as their prior storage area was taken over as the new head-end room.
Underground Garages Project: We are working on the upper parking lot 24 edge and on some intermediate and expansion joints. Recent tasks include excavation, waterproofing, cable repair, new concrete installation, backfill and bridge construction. We successfully removed over 200 cubic yards of excess soil/dirt from our staging area in Windsor West. Roof and Gutter Replacements: Roofing replacements started on April 23.
Major Plumbing Repairs and Replacements: We are working on hot water issues related to calcium blockages in buildings 49, 51, 39, and 65. We are having success with the new descaling process. The fire line under building 84 has been activated, and an engineer is working on calculations for Denver Fire.
Sewer Line Major Repair and Replacement: The exterior sewer line for building 42 was replaced. The line was 11 feet deep and in very unstable soil. The project took three days due to the unstable soil conditions.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE PROJECTS
Hailstorm Repairs: Window replacement is moving along well. Siding replacement is going well. Parking lots 9, 8, 7, 6, and 3 have been completed. The contractor is working on parking lot 5 now. Surface parking lot gutters have all been replaced, and we are finishing up patching holes from the old gutter mounting brackets.
GROUNDS
- The sprinkler system is being activated, with many repairs needed following the fiber line installation.
- The Rainbird demo clocks are performing well in testing.
- We are adding mulch to the landscape.
- Shrub, grass, and perennial trimming are complete. Tree trimming and removal and stump grinding continue.
- Golf course greens and tees have been aerated.
- Weed control continues.
- Flower beds are being prepared with the first planting planned for May 18.
Liz Nickel Morrison's New Role in the WG Warehouse
It’s official! Liz Nickel Morrison transitioned from her office manager role to the warehouse on April 6. Initially, Liz will be supporting the warehouse team with day-to-day operations. Once she has had time to get acquainted with the warehouse responsibilities, we will formally define the details of her permanent role on the team and assign her an official title.
Liz has been a valued member of the WG administration office for more than ten years. We will truly miss working with her in this capacity, but she will be a wonderful addition to the warehouse team.
New Office Manager Estephany Vela
Some of you may remember Estephany Vela, who began her career at Windsor Gardens as a receptionist. She has since gained experience supporting modifications, policy, rentals, resales, and compliance matters, and she is delighted to return to Windsor Gardens to serve the community as the office manager.
When Estephany first joined WG, she was expecting her daughter, who is now three years old and brings endless joy to Estephany’s life. They enjoy spending time together watching movies, visiting the zoo, and exploring parks and the mountains whenever possible. Estephany is the oldest of three siblings, fluent in both English and Spanish, and enjoys problem-solving and learning new skills. Estephany looks forward to reconnecting with residents and staff and contributing positively to the Windsor Gardens community. Please do not hesitate to reach out to her if you have any questions or need assistance.
Personal Condo Insurance 101
HO6 Homeowner's Policy
Every Windsor Gardens owner needs to purchase an HO6 policy, also known as a condominium owner's policy. HO6 policies provide necessary coverage for Windsor Gardens residents to protect their personal assets and cover association deductibles.
An HO6 policy will have separate coverage sections.
Section A (Dwelling or Unit Coverage)
Covers items on the interior of the unit that are the homeowner's responsibility, including the value of any items replaced since original construction.
Section B (Personal Property Coverage)
Covers all personal property (furniture, clothing, etc.) of the owner.
Section C (Liability Coverage)
Covers liability for the interior of the unit. When someone enters your unit, the liability is the owner’s. For example, if someone trips over the carpet in your unit and gets hurt, the liability lies with the owner.
Section D (Loss-of-use Coverage)
Covers any additional living expenses accumulated while not being able to live in one’s home due to damage (staying at a hotel while repairs are completed).
Loss Assessment Coverage
Loss assessment coverage, which differs from loss-ofuse coverage, is an additional coverage under an HO6 insurance policy. It is included to protect unit owners in the event of damage to a common area within the homeowners' association.
This applies to the owner being assessed for their portion of a claim not covered by association insurance. For example, the association has a wind/hail deductible and also a property deductible, which can be assessed to an owner. Also, damage to common areas caused by water overflowing from a tub or water damage from a dishwasher or hose can be assessed against a unit owner.
Make sure your personal insurance covers these potential deductibles and that the policy does not limit the amount it will pay for them.
Renter’s Insurance Policy
If you are renting your unit, make sure your policy has an endorsement for renting the unit, or purchase a separate landlord policy. This policy should include loss of rent if your unit cannot be rented while it is being repaired.
Annual Association Insurance Renewal
From Pat Wilderotter, Cherry Creek Insurance Group, WGA Insurance Agent
CCIG has the privilege of providing the master insurance for the Windsor Gardens Association that covers but is not limited to the buildings, personal property of the association, general liability on the common areas, fidelity coverage and director’s and officer’s coverage. As unit owners, it is important that you maintain your own insurance to cover unit items that are your responsibility, as detailed in the Windsor Gardens Amended and Restated Condominium Declaration, your personal property and liability exposures that are not covered under your association’s master insurance policy.
If there were a covered property loss at Windsor Gardens, the association’s master policy would rebuild the basic structure to original specifications minus applicable deductibles. Any improvements done to the interior of the units since original construction are the responsibility of the owner(s) to insure.
Also, under Section 1 (A) in the Windsor Gardens Insurance Deductible Policy, the association’s basic property deductible of $25,000 can be assessed to owners. In addition, your property policy has a 2% deductible of the building value for wind/hail. A buy-down policy to cover this deductible would be an excessive cost that would mandate raising the individual assessments of all owners. As a result, in the event of a total wind/hailstorm, the 2,689 owners could be assessed, according to the declarations, their share of 2% of the building limit of $446,885,317 ($8,937,706.34) or approximately $3,325 as an average, although this loss assessment needed is based on individual square footage. Each owner needs to make sure their individual HO6 (condominium owners policy) or their landlord’s policy (if they are renting the unit out) includes loss assessment coverage and property coverage to meet these deductibles, and that there are no sub-limits or special endorsements needed to cover these deductibles. This coverage should cost a minimum annually.
In accordance with Section 6.6 of the Windsor Gardens Amended and Restated Condominium Declaration in the event that common elements need to be maintained, repaired or replaced due to an owner (or their guests etc.) negligence or willful act or omission, especially but not limited to water overflowing from a tub, or water damage from a dishwasher or hose, then the expenses incurred by the association shall be the personal obligation of such owner.
When obtaining an individual unit owner’s insurance policy, if living in the unit, you need to obtain an HO6 condominium owner’s policy. The HO6 should include, but not necessarily be limited to, these five basic coverages: (1) unit coverage, (2) personal property coverage, (3) liability coverage, (4) loss of use and (5) loss assessment. Make sure to check with your personal insurance agent to see what is available.
If you have questions regarding the association’s insurance, you can reach our agent, Pat Wilderotter at 720-212-2065. To request a certificate of insurance, please email your request to certificate@ thinkccig.com or fax your request to 303-799-0156, Attn: HOA Dept.
Have You Documented Your Unit Improvements? Does Your HO6 Coverage Reflect Added Value?
A frequent oversight among condo owners is neglecting to document upgrades made to their unit If you've upgraded your unit beyond original construction, your HO6 dwelling coverage should include the added value of these improvements. Without proper documentation like receipts and photos, your insurer will only pay
for standard builder-grade materials, not your high-end finishes such as granite countertops or custom tile work. To protect your investment: Always keep receipts and photos of all renovations. Be sure to update your HO6 policy after each significant improvement.
From Katie Monasmith, Business Manager
Large Item Pickup Day
Our Spring Large Item Pickup Day is scheduled for Wednesday, May 13. Take this opportunity to organize and declutter your home. Whenever possible, donate or recycle unwanted items before placing the remainder out for pickup.
Please place disposable items in front of your garage by 7 a.m. on May 13. Residents with underground garages should set items behind their vehicle or against a column.
Note: The crew cannot pick up large appliances, TVs, electronics, mattresses, or hazardous materials. This includes items such as oil, combustible liquids, aerosol products, pesticides, paint, mineral spirits, varnishes, solvents, batteries, radioactive materials, or anything flammable.
For more information on recycling and proper disposal, visit Denvergov.org’s recycling directory. You can search for specific items—such as “computer” or “batteries”—to find out how and where to dispose of them, and whether they can be recycled. Go to www.denvergov.org, enter “Recycle, Compost, Trash: Schedules and Reminders” in the search box, and select the first result to access the directory.
Spring Pest Awareness & Prevention
From Katie Monasmith, Business Manager
Condo living offers both joys and challenges, and pest activity is among the latter. This year, residents should be especially mindful that a mild winter can lead to an earlier and more active pest season. Warmer winter conditions allow more insects and rodents to survive, leading to increased populations that emerge sooner in the spring.
Rising temperatures and increased moisture combine to create the ideal conditions for pests to thrive and spread throughout buildings and individual units in search of food and shelter. Residents may notice pest activity earlier than usual and in greater numbers.
Homeowners are encouraged to take preventive action early to help deter pests from settling in this extended season.
Ants are attracted to food sources, especially sugary or greasy substances, and can enter through even the smallest cracks or gaps. Once a trail is established, more ants will follow, quickly creating a larger problem.
Due to the mild winter, ant activity may appear earlier and in greater numbers. Some residents may also notice flying ants in the spring, particularly after warm, humid weather.
The association provides up to two ant bait stations per unit per month at the administration office during business hours. The bait product is carried back to the colony to help eliminate the source. Bait stations should only be placed inside units, as the association treats common areas.
Cockroaches may also appear earlier and more frequently following a mild winter. These nocturnal pests are attracted to food, water, and shelter and can enter through cracks, gaps, vents,
and shared walls. Early prevention is important, as infestations can spread quickly and become difficult to control. Clean up food scraps and seal entry points.
Mice are active year-round, but activity may increase after a mild winter due to higher survival rates. They seek shelter in small, enclosed spaces such as cabinets, pantries, and wall voids.
Mice can enter through very small openings around walls, windows, and plumbing. Sealing entry points and properly storing food are key prevention steps.
Five Immediate Actions Residents Can Take
1. Store food in sealed, air-tight containers.
2. Keep countertops, cabinets, and floors clean and free of crumbs.
3. Conduct routine cleaning and use glue boards to monitor activity.
4. Bag and securely tie all trash before disposal.
5. Report pest concerns promptly to the maintenance department. The association addresses pest issues only in common areas. Pest control within individual units is the homeowner's responsibility. Residents are encouraged to review the WG Pest Control Policy, available on the association website, in the Resource Center, or at the administration office during business hours.
This article provides general guidance. For specific concerns, residents should consult a licensed pest control professional. Some information is based on resources from the Colorado State University Extension.
It's Geese Molting Season: Let's Give Them Some Space
Our resident Canadian geese population is due for some additional growth, and you may already be noticing changes in flock behavior. Geese may be less inclined to take flight, spend more time along water lines, and display increased playfulness, or at times, aggression when mating.
This year, activity may start earlier than usual, due to mild winter conditions. Staff members are observing signs of early nesting and the beginning stages of molting. Warmer conditions can accelerate these natural cycles, so both nesting and molting may occur earlier than the typical seasonal timeline.
“Molting” is the shedding of old feathers to make way for new growth. In Colorado, this process typically begins as early as midJune and can last through early August. However, with nesting
already underway, molting may begin sooner than expected. During this time, geese lose their flight feathers and remain on the property, which can lead to increased turf damage, waste accumulation, and more pronounced territorial behavior. While goslings are a welcome sign of spring, parent geese can be highly protective and may act aggressively if approached. Residents are reminded not to feed, handle, approach, or disturb geese or their nests, as geese are a protected species.
The association will continue to adjust its hazing practices during this period. As we navigate this annual, and potentially earlier, seasonal challenge, we encourage all residents to observe wildlife from a safe and respectful distance.
Community Response's Role and Services at WG
From Chris Scovil, Chief of Community Response
The Windsor Gardens Community Response (CR) team operates 24/7 within Windsor Gardens. Our role is to observe, assess, document, and respond to situations as they arise; however, Community Response services do not guarantee that offenses against persons or property will not occur within the community.
CR officers patrol the property, assess and document suspicious activity, respond to reported emergencies, and assist police, fire, and ambulance personnel upon arrival. Many officers are certified Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and provide patient care in coordination with emergency responders.
Officers respond to reported issues to assess conditions and determine whether notification or referral is required. During non-business hours, officers notify on-call maintenance or other appropriate resources based on observed conditions. Officers investigate elevator issues and coordinate service notification with the elevator company, but do not perform repairs.
For covenant-related concerns, CR’s role is to observe, report, and submit information to the association’s administrative staff for enforcement decisions.
Officers document incidents, manage interactions professionally, and provide services such as health and welfare checks. It is equally important to understand what CR does not do. Officers do not enforce City of Denver ordinances (such as street parking) or handle situations outside Windsor Gardens property. Officers do not enforce HOA covenants or golf course rules and etiquette; instead, they observe, document, and report for administrative review. Officers do not perform repairs, transport residents, provide assisted living services, or handle vehicle-related issues such as towing, lockouts, or tire changes. CR officers are not maintenance staff, animal control, or personal service providers.
Contact Community Response for active or time-sensitive situations within Windsor Gardens, e.g., suspicious activity; in an emergency, call 911 first, then notify Community Response.
For additional details, you can review the Community Response Policy at www.windsorgardensdenver.org in the Resource Center's policies folder.
Community Response Activities, April 1 through April 28, 2026
Covenant & Rule Enforcement: How to File a Complaint
From Katie Monasmith, Business Manager
Residents have two options for reporting a covenant or rule violation:
1. Call Community Response at 303-364-4924.
This is the preferred method for reporting active or in-progress violations. Calls are documented, and staff will attempt to verify the issue. If officers are unavailable due to high call volume or emergencies, your report will still be logged, and the next available officer will investigate as soon as possible. If the violation cannot be verified at the time of the call, additional documentation may be required.
2. Submit a Written Complaint
When a violation cannot be independently verified by staff, a formal written complaint may be submitted. Complaint forms are available:
Online at www.windsorgardensdenver.org, in the Resource Center, Policies folder, Covenant and Rule Enforcement Policy document.The form is on the last page of the document.
In the fitness center lobby or administration office. Per the covenant and rule enforcement procedure, written complaints must be submitted by two unrelated owners or residents to serve as verification and initiate enforcement.
Written complaints must include:
Legible, signed, and dated statements
Detailed description of the alleged violation
Contact information for each reporting party
All complaints will be reviewed and either investigated, closed, or verified. Verified complaints will be forwarded for enforcement action.
Fine schedule:
First Violation: Warning Letter
Second Violation: $50
Third Violation: $100
Fourth Violation: $200
Additional or repeated violations of the same rule within one year of the first notice may result in escalating fines, in accordance with the enforcement procedure.
Windsor Gardens’ covenant and rule enforcement procedure complies with Colorado House Bill 1137, an amendment to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act (CCIOA), effective June 3, 2022.
Intercom Access and Front Door Security
Do you know how to use the intercom system when visiting other buildings or instructing guests?
Step-by-step intercom instructions:
1. Press the pound (#) key until you reach the resident's name.
2. When you find their name, note the numbers next to their name.
3. Dial those numbers on the keypad, and the box will call the resident's phone without showing the phone number.
When the resident receives your intercom call, it will appear on their phone like a regular call. (The admin office has a list of phone numbers associated with each building's intercom box if residents want to add the intercom number to their contact list.)
After answering, the resident will press the number 9 on their keypad, and the security door will unlock. It will unlock for only five seconds, so be prepared to open the door.
You should not call the resident from your cell phone in the lobby to ask them to buzz you in. If you do, the door will not unlock, as the call must be made through the intercom box.
The intercom system does not work with phones that lack dualtone multi-frequency signaling (DTMF), which generates tones when numbers are pressed. If pressing the 9 key does not unlock the door, the resident's phone does not produce the DTMF tone, and they must go to the front door to let guests in. Contact your service provider to see if there's a way to have DTMF tone capability on your phone. Unfortunately, some phone plans do not have this option.
Is your cell phone connected to the intercom?
One benefit of connecting your cell phone to the intercom is the ability to buzz yourself into the building if locked out. Then, there's the matter of getting into your unit, but at least you'd be inside. Additionally, if you are away and you have guests coming to check on your unit, walk your dog or water your plants, you could buzz them into the building instead of giving them a building key. We had one report of a resident buzzing emergency personnel into the building while she was out of town because they used the intercom system to call her. What a convenient added safety feature for your neighbors and yourself.
Call the administrative office if you'd like to connect your cell phone to the intercom system using a non-local number. We will submit a work order, and the maintenance staff will reprogram the intercom. Don't know them? Don't let them in.
Don't buzz people you do not know into your building. The same goes for allowing others into your building when walking through the security door. If someone you don't know is trying to follow you through the front door, ask them to use their own key or wait to be buzzed in by the residents they're visiting. This may seem awkward or unfriendly, but it will help keep you and your neighbors safe.
Letting someone's family member or friend in is not your responsibility. If they are meant to get into the building, they will either have a key or the residents they are there to see can buzz them in. In turn, if someone asks you to use your own key or to be buzzed in, please be understanding and do so.
If a visitor can't reach another resident to get in, should I let them in?
No. The visitor needs to find the resident they are there to see and be buzzed in by that resident. Many residents have the intercom connected to their cell phones and do not need to be home to buzz in their guests. If the intercom is programmed to a resident's landline, and they aren't home to answer, letting their visitor in isn't productive.
Consider what might happen if an unsafe person with ill intent were allowed into the building. This scenario comes from reallife negative experiences when someone should not have been allowed into the building. Let's play it safe and decline entry to visitors who can't reach the resident they are visiting.
I won't let someone in, but they won't leave. What do I do?
If someone insists on coming through the secured door with you after you've asked them to use their own key or the intercom to call the resident they are visiting, get to a safe place, then call Community Response for assistance.
On the Road ... In the Parking Lots ... On the Sidewalks ... Look Out for Each Other
On the streets, sidewalks and parking lots of Windsor Gardens, drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists all have a responsibility for their own and others’ safety. This includes everyone driving utility carts, scooters and motorized wheelchairs.
Drivers
Keep your speed down.
Watch for pedestrians, bicycles and other vehicles on the street and in the parking lots.
STOP at the “STOP” signs.
If you are exiting the underground parking garage at the intersection of S. Clinton St. and E. Center Ave., you have two stops to make, one right after the other. The first stop is at the end of the garage exit ramp, and the second stop is at the stop sign at the intersection after you just enter the street.
Pedestrians and bicyclists
Make sure approaching vehicles see you and actually stop before you proceed across a roadway or parking lot. Try to make eye contact with the driver before proceeding.
Cross the street at an intersection.
Bicyclists
When passing a pedestrian, use clear communication, like "on your left". Pass at a safe distance, ensuring that they can see you and react to your movement.
Everyone
Never assume that because there is a sign, someone will stop or slow down. Look all ways, then look all ways again before entering an intersection, crossing a road or parking in a parking lot.
Parking Reminders
From Katie Monasmith, Business Manager
Take a moment to make sure your vehicle registration and parking decal are current. Up-to-date information allows our staff to identify your vehicle quickly and reach you promptly if needed.
Quick Parking Checklist
Vehicle Registration: Make sure your vehicle is registered with current license plate tags.
Parking Decal: Display your Windsor Gardens decal on the inside of the rear window, left-hand side. Faded? Stop by the office for a free replacement.
Assigned Spaces: The assigned spaces are only for your own vehicles. Storage in these spaces isn’t allowed, except for trailers or similar items in enclosed garages.
Unassigned Spaces: Vehicles left for more than 21 days may be towed.
Materials Under Vehicles: Don’t place materials under vehicles to catch fluids; they’re a fire hazard. Leaks should be repaired promptly.
Protect Your Belongings: Remove personal items and lock your vehicle. Windsor Gardens is not responsible for theft or damage—insurance is recommended.
Tickets and Enforcement: Our Community Response team monitors parking. Warning tickets may be issued, and repeat violations may result in fines or towing. Check your ticket notes and call 303-364-7485 if you have questions.
A full copy of the Windsor Gardens Parking Policy can be found at www.windsorgardensdenver.org, in the Resource Center under the policies tab, or upon request at the administration office. Take a few minutes to check your registration and decal. Thank you for helping keep Windsor Gardens safe, organized, and accessible for everyone.
Severe Weather Safety Tips
Source: The National Weather Service
Stay Informed
Sign up for weather alerts via NOAA Weather Radio or local emergency systems.
Monitor local TV, radio or weather apps for real-time updates.
Know the Terminology
Severe Weather Watch: Be Prepared. Conditions are favorable for dangerous weather.
Severe Weather Warning: Take Action. Severe weather is happening or about to happen.
Have an Emergency Plan
Know your building’s designated shelter areas (interior hallways, bathrooms, stairwells).
Make sure everyone in your household knows where to go and how to communicate during an emergency.
Build an Emergency Kit
Include essentials like bottled water, non-perishable food, flashlights, batteries, a first aid kit, medications, and copies of important documents.
Protect Against Hail
Stay indoors and away from windows during hailstorms.
Park vehicles in a garage or under cover if possible.
Avoid going outside—hail can cause serious injuries.
Lightning Safety
When thunder roars, go indoors—lightning can strike from miles away.
Avoid plumbing (sinks and tubs) and electrical appliances during a lightning storm.
Stay away from windows and doors.
Do not shelter under trees.
If you're outside and can't reach shelter, crouch low with minimal contact to the ground—never lie flat.
During a Storm
Remain indoors and stay away from windows.
Avoid using elevators in case of a power outage.
Use flashlights instead of candles to reduce fire risk.
After the Storm
Check on neighbors, especially seniors or those with limited mobility.
Report downed power lines, gas leaks, or structural damage to authorities immediately.
Do not walk or drive through floodwaters.
The COP Shop at WG
Community
Operated Policing Storefront
Dear Cop Shop:
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. Monday, May 4, and Friday, May 22.
NATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT WEEK: May 11-16 is National Law Enforcement Week. If you encounter our local police officers, thank them for their work. Sending or dropping off a written note of thanks at the local station would also show them you appreciate their dedication to safety in our community. Your Community Response team would likely appreciate the same.
SPEEDING AND RACING VEHICLES
What’s up with all the speeding vehicles on our streets? I’m sick of nothing being done.
Over It
Dear Over It:
Being confronted by speeding and racing vehicles can be frightening. For police to issue a ticket, they have to witness the infraction, which means they have to be on scene in the moment. Why not have a police car stake out areas for speeding? Here’s a little perspective. According to Wikipedia, the City and County of Denver currently has fewer than 1,500 officers and spans approximately 155 square miles, with approximately 2,500 miles of city streets. Expand that to the greater metro area, and you
get upwards of 10,000 miles of streets. That’s a lot of territory to cover just for traffic violations.
According to the city traffic operations department, 17,968 traffic stops were made in 2025, during which citations or warnings were issued. Through March 2026, that number is already 7,800, and at this pace, 2026 could almost double 2025's numbers.
There is a huge task force comprising around two dozen enforcement entities that is monitoring racing. Racing events are organized via social media, and the task force tries to anticipate where and when they will take place. Guilty parties are arrested, ticketed, and vehicles can be impounded. If you see or hear racing, you can report it online at reportstreetracing.com.
The Leetsdale Cop Shop
The Leetsdale Cop Shop is ready and willing to help. Reach us by text or phone at 303-329-0500 or email us at leetsdalecopshop@ hotmail.com. The Denver Police District 3 number is 720-913-1300, and the non-emergency number is 720-913-2000.
Upcoming New Resident Orientations
The association's administrative office has several new resident orientation meetings scheduled this month. One session will be held via Zoom, and the others will be in-person meetings 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: Brandyn Williams at 303-364-7485, ext. 1562
ZOOM ORIENTATION
Tuesday, May 5, 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.
IN-PERSON ORIENTATIONS
Thursday, May 14, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 19, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, May 28, from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Administrative Office, 595 S. Clinton St.
ONLINE WELCOME PACKET
On the association's website at www.windsorgardensdenver. org, under the Resource Center tab, you can access the Windsor Gardens Welcome Packet, which includes the orientation booklet and several forms. There's even a tutorial on how to pay your HOA assessment via e-check or credit card. Available forms include:
ACH form
EDS Sheet
Emergency Medical Data Form
New Owner's Questionnaire
New Tenant's Questionnaire
Pilera Communication Form
Welcome to Our New Neighbors
Our community thrives on the kindness and generosity of neighbors who look out for one another. Every day, residents at Windsor Gardens make a difference through thoughtful gestures, helping hands and caring hearts.
Have you experienced an act of kindness from a Windsor Gardens neighbor? We’d love to celebrate them!
Share your story by sending us:
The name of the person you'd like to recognize Your name
A brief description of their kind action
Email your story to windsorlife@wgamail.com with “Windsor Gardens Cares” in the subject line. Together, let’s recognize the wonderful people who make our community special!
Acts of Kindness During Injury Recovery
It was so heart-warming to experience so many acts of kindness during my recent injury—from holding the door, helping me get packages into the car, and providing a meal—it all helped make my life a bit easier. I hope to repay you all by practicing random acts of kindness in return.
Anonymous
The Kindness of Neighbors in Building 43
Many in our building are helpful and nice: if you leave something somewhere, they pin it to the lobby board, or if they recognize whose it is, they will bring it to your door. (My cane!)
In particular, Armando Flores. I can’t say enough about how helpful Armando is! He carries a very heavy box I receive every few weeks, even though I tell him to call me and say it’s in, and I’ll bring my walker down and wheel it up. I can ask him anytime about any minor problem I may have with my unit, e.g., electrical fuses. He’s always helpful and kind, and deserves to be honored!
Patricia “Pat” Dobransky
Art Club Artist Profile
Artist: Dorit Neubauer Pittman
Dorit has been painting and sculpting since childhood and took art classes in school. Creating artwork has sustained her through rough times and provided joy in the good times.
Dorit’s work has been exhibited in galleries, and she has participated in art shows throughout the South. The most fulfilling period of her artistic career was the 15 years she spent as a street artist in the French Quarter. Because New Orleans is a major port city, she had the wonderful opportunity to sell her paintings to tourists from all over the world as they began or ended their cruises. Unfortunately, Katrina ended that way of life. When her young grandchildren and their parents moved to Denver, she followed and never regretted the move. She is happy to be in Denver and in Windsor Gardens.
The watercolor painting “Little Buddy” is an example of Dorit’s current passion, painting pet portraits, honoring the companions that we hold dearest.
The WG Art Club meets on the 1st Friday of the month at 10 a.m. in the ART ROOM. For more information, contact Jan Fitzpatrick at janfitzpatrick44@yahoo.com or Sharalyn Warren at sharalynwarren4@gmail.com.
Don't miss their Spring Art Show and Sale is Friday, May 22, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, May 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at CENTERPOINT.
"Little Buddy" Watercolor
3 WAYS TO CONTRIBUTE YOUR PHOTOS
Do you have photos from a WG community event, club meeting, or other social gathering with residents? Do you have a favorite activity in Windsor Gardens or a nearby location that you'd like to share with other residents? Cute furry companion or other significant other? Send us a photo! We may post them on Facebook or publish them in Windsor Life.
YOU HAVE A FEW OPTIONS FOR SENDING PHOTOS TO US.
Î EMAIL: Email your photos to Lori at windsorlife@wgamail.com
Î LINK: Use the link bit.ly/3HEbdT7 to upload your photos to the WG Dropbox account. Follow the instructions for attaching your photo files. Please type your name and a brief title as the file name so we can give you credit. You can also upload the photos and then send us an email at windsorlife@wgamail.com with a caption and photo credit.
Î QR CODE: Use the WG Dropbox QR code:
1. Scan the QR code to the right with your smartphone camera.
2. A “flowcode.com” link will pop up on your phone. Click the link to go to the WG Dropbox website, where we store photos for Windsor Life and the WG Facebook page.
3. Click “Add Files” and then choose pictures from your phone’s photo album to share with Windsor Gardens!
4. Please type your name and a brief title in the file name so we can give you credit! Or send us a caption and photo credit via email at windsorlife@wgamail.com.
WG Food Drive Collects 736 Pounds of Food
After a week-long April food drive, Windsor Gardens delivered 11 large boxes of food to the Food Bank of the Rockies, totaling 736 pounds! Big thanks to all who donated. Way to go, WG!
From Brendan Hazel, Assistant Activities Director.
Colorado Children’s Chorale Delights Residents at the April Entertainment Luncheon
Windsor Gardens residents were treated to delightful performance by the Colorado Children's Chorale at the Entertainment Luncheon on April 14, 2026.
Each year, the Chorale trains more than 400 members between the ages of 7 and 14 from all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds, drawing from more than 180 schools in the Denver metro area and beyond. More photos and videos of the performance, taken by Activities Director Steve Follweiler, are available on the WG Facebook page.
Photo Album
Spring Gardens
Photo Album
From Patti Keyworth.
From Kay Yost. Lighting the candles. Handwashing
SENIOR Lights Performed at the Spring Fling
“SENIOR Lights” shone as one of the standout performances at the Spring Fling Talent Showcase on April 23, 2026. To watch a video of their act and other memorable moments from the event, visit the WG Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ WindsorGardensAssociation or use the following link: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1BRg3inSVu/
Photo by Eydie McDaniel.
New Puzzle Challenge Winners
After an hour of intense focus, strategic planning, and delicate puzzle piece placement, new WG Puzzle Challenge champions have been crowned!
A big congratulations to our new champions, Richard Claeys, Al Tighe, Charlotte Fellers, and Yvette Claeys! (L to R)
From Brendan Hazel, Assistant Activities Director.
Golden Years & Bunny Ears Egg Hunt
The annual Golden Years and Bunny Ears Egg Hunt was a festive success!
On a beautiful spring day, Thursday, April 2, over 115 residents and grandkids took to the gazebo area with one mission: find those eggs. Not a stone was left unturned, not a bush left uncombed in pursuit of the elusive golden eggs!
An egg-and-spoon race had everyone on their toes, rounds of Easter Bingo were played, and lasting memories were made. Thank you to everyone who joined us.
From Brendan Hazel, Assistant Activities Director.
Tree Heart "Loving WGA!"
From Kathy Callender
Red Cups
"WG raises red cups in a toast to spring."
From Margaret Makar.
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WG CLASSES
WG classes are free for WG residents. No sign-up is required; you can drop in anytime. Support your favorite classes, as we require a minimum of 10 students per class to maintain our instructors.
* The following classes will be on break from May 9 through August 14 and resume the week of August 17, 2026: Chorus, Creative Glass, Drama, Drawing, Knitting/Crochet, Sewing Class/Lab and Watercolor.
Outdoor Pool Opens Memorial Day Weekend
The outdoor swimming pool is scheduled to open on Friday, May 22.
OUTDOOR POOL OPERATING HOURS
The pool is open daily from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. for residents only and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. for residents and guests ages 17 and older
Children’s swim is 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. daily for guests under the age of 17 only when a lifeguard is on duty.
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 FOR THE OUTDOOR POOL
NEW: It is mandatory that all guests who wish to use the pool facilities sign a guest pool waiver. Minors must have their guest pool waiver signed by their guardians. Please have your guests sign the pool waiver before they come to the pool. Stop by the administrative or activities office for assistance.
Guests are defined as those who do not possess a WG activities card but are invited and accompanied at all times by a resident.
Residents will be charged $1 for each guest and must pay in cash at the time of use by depositing the funds into the cash box.
The number of guests for each resident is limited to four per visit.
Residents are not to loan their guests their activities card.
All guests must be accompanied by their Windsor Gardens resident host.
Children aged 17 or older may use the outdoor pool during regular hours.
Children under the age of 17 may only use the outdoor pool during “child swim hours” between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. if a lifeguard is present.
Children under the age of 7 must always be within arm’s reach of the supervising adult resident.
LIFEGUARDS & CHILDREN'S SWIM
Windsor Gardens pools are swim-at-your-own-risk for residents and their guests aged 17 or older. Lifeguards will be hired to allow children to swim daily from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., when kiddos under 17 years can come and swim with a Windsor Gardens resident.
We will publish updates in Windsor Life, on the WG Facebook page (www.facebook.com/WindsorGardensAssociation), on the association website and on flyers at the community center. And feel free to contact the Activities Office for any updates!
Indoor Pool, Therapy Pool & Saunas Hours
The indoor aquatic facilities (indoor pool, saunas and therapy pool) are open 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, for residents only. The indoor facilities 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 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. during the aqua fitness classes.
New Waiver for Extended-Hours Pool Access
Beginning on May 6, our new swim waiver for extended hours of access to the community pools will be available for pickup at the administrative office, the activities office and the fitness center. This new form will replace the existing waiver and must be signed by all swimmers who wish to have the extended hours of access to the indoor pool, outdoor pool, or both. We encourage everyone to stop by one of these locations to pick up the new waiver to ensure continued access. Signed waivers allow residents access to pool facilities during the following extended hours:
Indoor Pool, Therapy Pool and Saunas: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily for residents only.
Outdoor Pool: 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. daily for residents only and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily for residents and guests aged 17 and older.
Effective June 1, we will adjust access for everyone who has not signed the new form. If you have not submitted the required waiver form, you will be denied access to the pool facilities after regular hours, including the indoor, outdoor, and therapy pools and locker rooms.
Kindly drop off your signed waiver in person at the administrative office or by placing it in the white WG drop-off box located by the flagpole in front of the administrative office.
of the Pool
Note: The gazebo area does not provide protection from lightning. See Lightning or Hear Thunder? Get Out
If you hear thunder, lightning is close enough to pose an immediate threat. Immediately exit the pool and go indoors to a safe location. Remain inside for at least 30 minutes after the last rumble of thunder.
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.
ORIENTATION: Join instructor Marie O’Hagan for FREE instruction on fitness center and gym equipment. May dates and times: Mondays, May 4, 11, and 18 at 10 a.m. and Thursday, May 28 at 3:45 p.m.
PERSONAL TRAINING:
Residents can register for personal training sessions with our very own WG Instructor, Marie! There are 3-, 5-, and 10-session options available for purchase. This program allows you to reach your fitness goals one-on-one with Marie and can be scheduled at a time that works for you! For more information, please visit the Activities Office.
DPL BOOKMOBILE @ WG
DATES AND HOURS: The DPL Bookmobile will be at WG on May 15 and May 29, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in CENTERPOINT'S LOBBY.
BINGO WITH THE BOOKMOBILE: Join the friendly bookmobile team as they host a rousing bingo session with some fabulous prizes. Friday, May 15, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM.
WINDSOR LIBRARY
The Windsor Gardens 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 bestseller titles 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
“The Crossroads” by C.J. Box
“The Hawk is Dead” by Peter James
“Cross & Sampson” by James Patterson
“The Invisible Woman” by James Patterson
“Stolen in Death” by J.D. Robb
“The Final Score” by Don Winslow
Fiction Checkout
“The King’s Ransom” by Janet Evanovich
“The Correspondent” by Virginia Evans
“To Outwit Them All” by Peggy Wirgau
Fiction on the Shelf
“Bookish People” by Susan Coll
“The Fearless One” by Lori Foster
“Women’s Hotel” by Daniel M. Lavery
“Alchemy of a Blackbird” by Claire McMillan
“Golden Lord” by Mary Jo Putney
Fiction Paperback
“My Heart Will Find You” by Jude Deveraux Classic Fiction
“The Old Curiosity Shop (1841)” by Charles Dickens
Large Print on the Shelf
“The Lost and Found Necklace” by Louisa Leaman
“Dog Day Afternoon” by David Rosenfelt
Non-Fiction on the Shelf
“Crushed” by Congressman Ken Buck
“Final Battle” by David Horowitz
“How We Win” by Charlie Kirk
“Right Wing Revolution” by Charlie Kirk
“Astrology” by Marion Williamson
American History
“The Saga of Lewis & Clark” by Thomas and Jeremy Schmidt
NEW DVDS
“Bleak House”
“Extraction”
WINDSOR HAPPENINGS
For events that require the activities staff to track expected attendance to properly prepare, such as bingo, presentations, concerts, and other ticketed events, we ask that you sign up in advance. It is crucial to have an estimate of the number of attendees so that we can arrange the appropriate room setup, provide sufficient refreshments, and ensure enough prizes. Such events are often planned months in advance, but the necessary resources are not obtained until days before or, in some instances, the day of. If you plan to attend an event, please sign up at the Activities Desk in the CenterPoint Lobby.
Events are listed in chronological order for May and June.
CINCO DE MAYO GIVEAWAY:
Tuesday, May 5, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the CENTERPOINT LOBBY. Stop by the CenterPoint Lobby and pick up a free Cinco De Mayo giveaway item!
WINDSOR CHORUS SPRING
CONCERT: Wednesday, May 6, at 2 p.m., Friday, May 8, at 4 p.m., and Saturday, May 9, at 3 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. This spring, the Windsor Chorus offers you three opportunities to hear our program, "We Are One: Songs of Unity and Hope." This inspiring program reminds us that, even in times of turmoil or uncertainty, we are ALL one people. We will explore all the layers of unity, beginning with the importance of friendships, with songs like "You've Got a Friend in Me" (Toy Story), "Together, Wherever We Go" (from the musical "Gypsy") and "For Good" (from "Wicked"). We will remember the importance of home in "Over the Rainbow" and "Edelweiss." You'll hear unity themes from the ‘60s in power anthems like "Lean on Me" and "Get Together." History buffs will enjoy hearing the words of the revered poet and social activist, Langston Hughes, and if your tastes are more contemporary, there's an award-winning country song by Brandi Carlile and the Highwomen that will send you out the door humming all the way home. There's always something for everyone at a chorus concert along with the desire to lift each other up, be united and be ONE.
COST: $5 per ticket. Tickets can be purchased at the Activities Desk.
COFFEE SOCIAL sponsored by VERO FIBER: Wednesday, May 13, at 10 a.m. at the GAZEBOS. Let’s start the day
If you are interested in purchasing a ticket for an event or signing up for an activity but are unable to come by the Activities Office during business hours, please reach out! We are happy to accommodate you. Please contact Steve Follweiler at 720-862-1533 or sfollweiler@wgamail.com or Brendan Hazel at 720-862-1534 or bhazel@wgamail.com.
right with a hot cup of coffee and a breakfast treat. Stop by between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. for some chit chat with fellow residents and the activities staff.
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
VERO COMMUNITY MEETING for RESIDENTS IN FIBER CONSTRUCTION
ZONE 3: Wednesday, May 13, at 11 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. All residents in the Vero Fiber Construction Zone 3 (the townhomes and buildings 58 through 64) are encouraged to attend to learn more about the improvements planned and to ask any questions you may have. Please sign up at the Activities Desk. The meeting will also be available on Facebook Live for residents unable to attend in person.
SPRING KENO sponsored by ARCHWELL HEALTH and THE GROSSMAN TEAM: Thursday, May 14, at 1 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Join us for an hour of fun Keno games! Winners of each round will take home their choice of spring-themed prizes!
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
BINGO with the BOOKMOBILE TEAM: Friday, May 15, from 1 p.m. to 2
p.m. in the CENTERPOINT. 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!
TRIVIA FUN DAY sponsored by THE GROSSMAN TEAM: Friday, May 15, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. You can be part of a team and compete to win bragging rights. You don’t have to know it all. Come have fun and learn something new. Form or join a team.
WG DRAMA PERFORMANCE: Friday, May 15, at 6 p.m. and Sunday, May 17, at 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Get ready for laughs as the WG Drama Class takes the stage! The evening kicks off with five fast-paced comedy sketches. You’ll see everything from the relatable chaos of hunting for missing Tupperware lids to a hilarious attempt at telling a classic fairytale to a group of ultra-politically correct students.
The fun continues with the one-act comedy, "Unmurdered." Follow egocentric novelist Dashel Reznor as his quiet artist retreat turns into a madhouse. He encounters a poet laureate from Wyoming, a woman convinced she’s a Romanov princess, and a fading opera singer who has hijacked his room. When two murders rock the retreat, all eyes turn to Dashel. Can he clear his name, or is his story about to reach a sudden end?
COST: $5 per ticket at the Activities Desk.
SATURDAY NIGHT MONTHLY DANCE with YESTERDAY’S BACON sponsored by THE GROSSMAN TEAM: Saturday, May 16, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Join Yesterday’s Bacon as they play a range of rock and roll and country hits from the 1960s to the 2000s.
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COST: Tickets are $7 for residents and $10 for non-residents. Pay at the door.
SHOW AND TELL sponsored by ARCHWELL HEALTH: Monday, May 18, 1 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Participants may bring anything they’d like—a treasured object, a creative project, a family heirloom, or something unusual—and take a few minutes to present it to the group. Each speaker explains why their item matters, how it’s connected to their life, or what makes it interesting. The event creates a welcoming space for storytelling, connection, and curiosity, allowing attendees to learn about one another through the objects they choose to share. Please sign up at the Activities Desk. You may sign up to participate or be in the audience. The number of participants may be limited due to time constraints.
BALLY’S CASINO via PREMIER CHARTERS: Tuesday, May 19. 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: $25 per person at the Activities Desk. Tickets must be purchased prior to the day of departure. To ensure we meet the trip minimum and avoid cancellation, please sign up by Friday, May 8. All riders must sign a bus waiver or update an existing waiver. No refunds will be offered after Friday, May 15.
WRITERS ON THE WALK:
Wednesday, May 20, at 10 a.m. Meet us in CENTERPOINT WEST, from which we will depart on a brisk morning walk through the community. We'll make several stops along the way to pause and write. Writing prompts will be provided at each stop. After our walk, we will return to CenterPoint West, where you will have the opportunity to share your writings (optional). We encourage you to bring your favorite notebook or journal. Writing utensils will be provided.
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS:
Wednesday, May 20, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the SEWING ROOM.
COST: $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited; please sign up at the Activities Desk.
WG PUZZLE
CHALLENGE sponsored by ARCHWELL HEALTH: Thursday, May 21, at 11 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. Join us for the next WG Puzzle Challenge, a fast-paced and fun competition for puzzlers of all skill levels. Teams of up to five members will each receive the same sealed puzzle and may not open or sort the pieces until the timer begins. The first team to complete their puzzle wins, with judges checking for correctly placed pieces before recording the final time. Come enjoy friendly competition, laughter, and plenty of “aha!” moments.
FREE. Sign up as a team or individually at the Activities Desk. If you don't have a full team, the Activities Office will place you on one.
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ACTIVE MINDS – UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES: Thursday, May 21, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Established in 1945, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is a specialized agency within the United Nations, with a mission to promote peace through education. As part of that mission, UNESCO oversees the selection and legal protection of World Heritage Sites, locales judged to “be of outstanding value to humanity.” Join Active Minds as we trace the origins and expansion of World Heritage Sites and tour a few highlights.
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
WG ART CLUB SPRING ART SHOW & SALE: Friday, May 22, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, May 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Bring your friends and family, meet the artists, and enjoy the art. Cash, credit cards, and checks with a valid ID will be accepted. No admission charge. Open to the public.
BINGOCIZE PROGRAM with DENVER HEALTH: Every Monday and Wednesday from May 27 through August 3, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. There will be no class on Monday, June 8. Join Denver Health for this fun, engaging, and informative 10-week program that combines balance and strength exercises with educational bingo games to improve functional fitness and empower participants with the knowledge they need to prevent future injuries.
Due to Denver Health rules and regulations, this program is limited to 25 participants. Those who sign up are expected to attend most, if not all, sessions. Please carefully consider your availability before signing up.
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
COLORADO TRAVELING MARKET hosted by ARCHWELL HEALTH: Thursday, May 28, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Join us for a unique shopping experience. A group of direct-sales representatives and local craftspersons travel around the metro area, hosting pop-up shopping events featuring one-of-a-kind products. Businesses include Mary Kay, Tupperware, Paparazzi, LuLaRoe, and Touchstone Crystals. Also included are a chocolatier, quilters, a gift basket maker, stained-glass makers, custom-made mugs and novelties, stuffed animals, unique jewelry, and more.
NATURAL GROCERS – GIVE YOUR BODY SOME TLC WITH OPCS: Friday, May 29, at 10 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. Think of OPCs as the Optimal Protector of Cells. These powerful phytonutrients support head-to-toe health, quenching free radicals throughout the body!
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
MONTHLY BIRTHDAYS
CELEBRATION: Friday, May 29, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Is your birthday in May? If so, we want to celebrate with you at this casual event. Join us for a birthday cupcake and conversations with other residents who have a May birthday. Happy birthday!
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
WINDSOR WRITERS ANNUAL “OUT LOUD” EVENT: Friday, June 5, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. The Windsor Writers “Out Loud” event features public readings of favorite pieces chosen by each writer. Some selections will make you laugh; others will make you think, and a few will manage a bit of both. After the readings, enjoy light refreshments and time to chat with the authors.
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
15th ANNUAL SENIOR
CONNECTION EXPO: Tuesday, June 9, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 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! Entertainment sets include Spratt Music choral group at 10 a.m., Eddie Kendrick, cowboy singer, at 11 a.m., and WG’s very own Time4Tap dance team at 12 p.m. End the day with a complimentary dessert bar at 12:45 p.m. FREE admission.
FLAG CORPS APPRECIATION
RECEPTION: Friday, June 12, at 1:30 p.m. in the WG GAZEBOS. WG residents who post the U.S. and Colorado flags for their buildings, and Community Response officers, who post the main CenterPoint U.S. flag, will be honored at this reception. There will be live music. Beverages and treats will be served. All are welcome to attend! Please sign up at the Activities Desk.
WINDSOR HAPPENINGS
WG MONTHLY DANCE
SATURDAY NIGHT MONTHLY DANCE with YESTERDAY’S BACON: Saturday, May 16, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Join Yesterday’s Bacon as they play a range of rock and roll and country hits from the 1960s to the 2000s. COST: Tickets are $7 for residents and $10 for non-residents. Pay at the door.
BUS TRIP
BALLY’S CASINO via PREMIER CHARTERS: Tuesday, May 19. 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: $25 per person at the Activities Desk. Tickets must be purchased prior to the day of departure. To ensure we meet the trip minimum and avoid cancellation, please sign up by Friday, May 8. All riders must sign a bus waiver or update an existing waiver. No refunds will be offered after Friday, May 15.
M O N T H L Y M O V I E S
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.
ELLA MCCAY: Saturday, May 9, at 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. An idealistic young politician juggles familial issues and a challenging work life while preparing to take over the job of her mentor, the state’s longtime incumbent governor. Rated: PG-13. Runtime: 1hr 55min.
ANACONDA: Saturday, May 23, at 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. This action-comedy sees a group of friends facing midlife crises head to the rainforest to remake their favorite movie from their youth, only to find themselves fighting for their lives against natural disasters, giant snakes and violent criminals. Rated PG-13. Runtime: 1hr 39min.
May 22, 9-6, and Saturday, May 23, 10-4
3-6 PM
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 720-363-1076.
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 ALLPURPOSE 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.
ASPEN ROOM. Come with a partner. Contact Sharon at 720-539-0575 with any questions.
EUCHRE CLUB meets on Friday mornings from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the ALLPURPOSE ROOM. Bring a quarter.
*NEW* SNL GAME CLUB
information, call Bert and Katy at 720-4136627.
POKER: Wednesdays, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the CARD ROOM. Dealer’s choice.
This new group meets every Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Join neighbors for a relaxed evening of cards, conversation and camaraderie. All skill levels welcome – come for the fun, stay for the friendships!
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 that combines elements of rummy and dominoes. For more information, call Jeanne at 303-8853216.
DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the
AGING WITH ATTITUDE meets every Tuesday, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. Discover the joy of storytelling through simple artwork. Connect with others in a supportive space, relax your mind, and leave feeling empowered and enriched, with a sense of accomplishment and renewed purpose. Your emotional and physical well-being will be enhanced, and you will foster social engagement. Bring your stories to life and celebrate your wisdom in a fun, creative way! If you wish to join or have questions, contact Marily at 720-980-3953 or marily60@ gmail.com.
ART CLUB meets on the 1st Friday of the month at 10 a.m. in the ART ROOM. For more information, contact Jan Fitzpatrick at janfitzpatrick44@yahoo.com or Sharalyn Glover at sharalynwarren4@gmail.com. Original artwork by members is available for viewing and purchase in a display case in CENTERPOINT.
SPRING ART SHOW AND SALE: Friday, May 22, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, May 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at CENTERPOINT.
BILLIARDS CLUB meets on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 1 p.m. and Thursdays at 6 p.m. This club offers a space for socializing while playing pool, an activity that the whole community can enjoy. If you are interested in joining the club or have questions, text Jeff at 605-261-0603.
HAND & FOOT CANASTA meets Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the ASPEN ROOM.
PINOCHLE: Friday Night Pinochle in the ASPEN ROOM at 6 p.m. For more
CLUBS & GROUPS
BOOK REVIEW CLUB: WG First Friday Book Club meets monthly, October to
MEMORIES BECOME MEMOIRS
Residents looking to create a new group called Memories Become Memoirs are looking for members to join them. With wisdom, laughter, and love, the group will write memoirs that can be shared with children, grandchildren, and future generations. If you are interested or have questions, please reach out to Teresa at 510-387-5926 or AJ at 720-495-5603.
May, at 11:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. The cost to join is $25 plus a monthly fee for a delicious meal catered by Black-Eyed Pea. You will enjoy social time followed by a talk from a prize-winning Colorado author and have a chance to buy a signed copy of their books. For more information, please contact Charlotte at 253-333-7442.
CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL COLORADO ASSOCIATION OF VOLUNTEERS, WG CHAPTER:
Join us on Monday, May 18, at 9:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST as we plan our Spring activities. The planning committee for the Annie’s Attic fundraiser will meet immediately following the regular meeting.
We will hold a Blanket/Heart Pillow Party on Saturday, May 23, in the SEWING ROOM. New volunteer members are always welcome. For more information, contact our chapter
SCRABBLE GROUP: Mondays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the CARD ROOM. Join us for this popular crossword board game! Contact Beth Vaden at 303875-3422 or par4beth@msn.com with any questions.
president, Patsy Krechel, at wgchvolunteers@ gmail.com or 303-807-0111.
COMMUNITY GARDEN CLUB is a volunteer-led garden club for the popular but limited community garden plots. You can email the club at windsorgcggardenclub@ gmail.com. Plot applications are available outside the Activities Office and must be returned to the office for a date/time stamp, as plots are assigned according to the date/time. Plots are assigned to new gardeners for 4 years. Gardeners whose plot expired in the previous year may reapply beginning May 1. No early applications.
DEMOCRATIC CLUB will meet from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 13, in CENTERPOINT. Councilwoman Amanda Sawyer will speak and answer questions. There will also be a presentation on how to safely document ICE. All are welcome to meet for dinner at 5 p.m. in the back room of El Gran Jardin before the meeting.
DUKES MEN’S GOLF LEAGUE:
Golfers 55 and over – both WG residents and non-residents – are invited to join the 2026 Dukes Men’s Golf League! Play begins every Thursday starting May 7. Registration forms and fee payment (cash or check) are available anytime at the Emerald Greens Golf Shop. If you have any questions, contact Barry Bretz at barrybretz.dukes@gmail.com.
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FLAG CORPS AT WG: Are you passionate about our nation’s flag? Do you post the flag for your building? This group is for those interested in sharing knowledge and learning about the flags of the U.S. and Colorado and in promoting proper respect, handling and display. Join us on the first Monday of every other month at 11 a.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. The next WG Flag Corps meeting will be on April 6.
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.
HIGH LINE CANAL CLUB will meet next on Friday, May 15, 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 please 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/FJC MARINES will meet on Tuesday, May 12, at 7 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Call Mark Butkovitch at 303-519-3378 or Barry Georgopulos at 303-360-6302 for more information. Once a Marine – Always a Marine.
MARINE LADIES AUXILIARY
supports the Marine Corps, Marine families, Wounded Warriors, youth programs, scholarships, and a variety of Marine and veteran-related programs and activities. We are sure there are many eligible ladies (any Marine relation) in Windsor Gardens and would like to welcome you to join us as members of the extended Marine family. We normally meet on the second Tuesday of each month
at 7 p.m. Our next meeting will be Tuesday, May 12, at 7 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Call Suzie Georgopulos at 720-717-5028 for more information. Semper Fidelis.
MEDITATION GROUP: Every Friday (except for the 3rd Friday of the month), from 4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Take a peaceful pause from the busyness of everyday life and join your neighbors for a guided meditation and gentle mindfulness practice. This meditation group offers a welcoming space to relax, refocus, and nurture inner calm. Together, we’ll explore simple practices that promote peace of mind, better sleep, and emotional well-being. No experience is needed – just an open heart and willingness to slow down. For more information, please reach out to Ingrid at ingrid.wicker@gmail.com.
OPTIMIST CLUB will meet next on Tuesday, May 19, at 11:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. By providing hope and positive vision, Optimists bring out the best in youth, our communities, and ourselves. This month, we will have the Pickens Technological
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about the club, call Kate Flaharty at 720-2616872.
scholarship recipients, and a representative from the school will give us an update. We welcome guests who are interested in being an optimist and volunteering with students and in the community. We are always on the lookout for new volunteers! If you are interested, please contact Laura Wells, wells713laura@ gmail.com.
PAPER CRAFTING CLUB meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the ART ROOM. This group strives to provide a social outlet and a pleasant atmosphere while working 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 CENTERPOINT EAST. All levels are welcome, from beginners to advanced. Bring your paddle if you have one; some are also available for your use.
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 materials fee is $10 per session and 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 of each month in the SEWING ROOM from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We sew quilts to give to veterans. All sewers are welcome. For more information about the organization or to nominate a veteran to receive a quilt, visit QOVF.org.
REPUBLICAN /CONSERVATIVE CLUB meets on the third Tuesday of every month. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, May 19, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. This month’s guest speakers include Christy Peterson, candidate for Colorado’s 1st Congressional District, and Fred Espinoza, Colorado Board of Education. June’s guest speaker will be Gubernatorial candidate Greg Lopez. For more information
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!
TIME4TAP is a not-for-profit community dance group created for senior citizens who want to learn to tap dance and/or continue tap dancing. Currently, the performing group meets on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Beginning tap dance classes follow on Tuesdays from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The beginning group does not perform at this time. We basically just enjoy tap dance and have a good time. Questions? Feel free to contact Julie Whalen by email, text or phone at jwhalen97@comcast.net or 303-550-5985.
TORAH DISCUSSION CLUB meets every Thursday from 12 p.m. to 1:30 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 720989-5479.
TRAVEL CLUB: Tuesday, May 26, from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Presentations by members have included Paris to Peru, Hawaii to Arizona, a Rhine River cruise, and RVing across the U.S. Members’ travel adventures, both 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.
TUNES, TONES, AND TEMPO: Join resident musicians Tim and Kathy of Goldie and the Willie Stomper for a seasonal music group featuring sing-alongs and occasional guest musicians. Together, we will have fun and build relationships through music! This group meets quarterly, with the next meeting Saturday, July 11, at 3 p.m. in CENTERPOINT.
TWO LEFT FEET meets most Fridays. This dance fitness club will expose participants to different dance rhythms through line dancing, Zumba, and sequence dances.
No experience necessary. Please note that times and locations vary. Upcoming meetings: May 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, at 12:15 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM.
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. Contact Barbara at Ilove2sewbarb@gmail.com to get more information.
WINDSOR WALKERS: Walk to music at your own pace every Monday and Wednesday at 10:15 a.m. and Friday at 11:15 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 each week on a variety of topics, with members taking turns choosing the topics. No qualifications are needed, just creative folks who enjoy writing and sharing their observations, ideas, and stories.
ANNUAL “OUT LOUD” EVENT: Friday, June 5, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. The Windsor Writers “Out Loud” event features public readings of favorite pieces chosen by each writer. Some selections will make you laugh; others will make you think, and a few will manage a bit of both. After the readings, enjoy light refreshments and time to chat with the authors. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
WINDSORETTES WOMEN'S GOLF LEAGUE: Open to residents or non-resident golfers ages 55 and up. League play starts on the first Wednesday in May and concludes on the last Wednesday in September. Invite a friend and join in the fun! New members are welcome! For more information, contact the 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.
FAITH & SPIRITUAL GROUPS @ WG
CATHOLIC MASS, SUNDAY:
Mass is held on Sundays in CENTERPOINT at 1 p.m.
NEW LIFE VISION meets every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Living and learning new thought principles.
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, Al-Anon Family Groups can help.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS meets every Tuesday from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. For more information, please call Beverly at 720-8417814.
WINDSOR GARDENS CHURCH (WGC) invites you to their Sunday morning service from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. You can also visit their website at www.windsorgardenschurch.org or check out YouTube for live streaming (search for Windsor Gardens Church Denver).
SUPPORT GROUPS
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP will meet in person on Monday, May 18, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the ALLPURPOSE ROOM. Join us in a community with other residents who are experiencing low vision, vision loss, or 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-onone appointments are also available. Call 720-507-2969.
LADIES4LUNCH AND FELLOWSHIP meet on the fourth Friday of each month at 12 p.m. in the El Gran Jardin Banquet Room.
TUESDAY COFFEE CLUB, A GRIEFSHARING GROUP, meets each month at 1:30 p.m. at El Gran Jardin. All are welcome. Call Sherry at 303-472-6943 for more information.
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 720-9803953 if you have any questions or just need to talk.
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 the VISITING NURSES on the 2nd, 3rd 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 and includes a foot assessment, sensation screening,
ANNOUNCEMENTS
RTD GROCERY TRIP: Thursdays to King Soopers and Safeway.
Pickups at WG are at 9:30 a.m. The bus stops at the entrance on Clinton St., then continues around to E. Center Ave., S. Alton Way, and S. Clinton St., and exits on E. Center Ave.
Bus returns for pickups at King Soopers at 11:15 a.m.
Bus returns for pickups at Safeway at 11:20 a.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. The 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
trimming toenails, callus/corn filing, medication review, and a 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 find out whether their plan qualifies them for free foot care.
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., then continues around to E. Center Ave., S. Alton Way, and S. Clinton St., and 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
by appointment only in the DENVER ROOM. The cost is $60 per hour. Call Zhanna at 720338-3821 to schedule an appointment.
MOUNTAIN MAN FRUITS AND NUTS: Friday, May 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the CENTERPOINT LOBBY. An assortment of nuts, dried fruits, snacks, chocolates and much more!
WATCH REPAIR SERVICE is available on the first Friday of each month from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the CENTERPOINT LOBBY. Services include battery replacement and minor repairs.
SERVICES & PRODUCTS PRESENTATIONS
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 that are 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.
MEET & GREET with EMERALD BERYL HOMECARE: Friday, May 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the CENTERPOINT LOBBY. Stop by their table to learn how Emerald Beryl Homecare can support your loved one and bring peace of mind to your family, whether it's personal care, companionship,
or homemaking services. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
ADVANCED PLANNING with FAIRMOUNT: Friday, May 29, at 1 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Join Brandye Maddox for a short presentation about the benefits of advanced planning. Most funeral
establishments don’t have a funeral home, cemetery, chapels and reception areas all in one space. Fairmount offers a one-stop shop and is looking to extend a special discount to WG residents. Refreshments. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
LOCAL COMMUNITY EVENTS
Events under each venue are listed in chronological order.
AURORA HISTORY MUSEUM
The Aurora History Museum is located at 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Aurora, CO. Please note that some events are located off-site.
HISTORY HIKE – FITZSIMONS ARMY HOSPITAL TO CU: Saturday, May 6, at 10 a.m. Whether you call it Guthiel Gardens, Army Hospital #21, Fitzsimons or Anschutz, that piece of land has undergone many changes over the past century. Explore the history of the base, its buildings and its people while strolling around the campus. Meet at General's Park, 1561 Quentin St. Free. Registration is required; space is limited. Register at www.auroragov. org/things_to_do/aurora_history_museum.
DENVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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 on Tuesdays from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Memories in the Making Watercolor Painting: May 5. You will be guided through imaginative and colorful watercolor paintings.
Chair Dancing with Reconnect Dance Community: May 12. This workshop will
feature beginner-friendly class movement explorations, allowing participants to let go of expectations and dance for fun. No dance experience is needed!
Sage Out & About Choir Performance: May 19. Celebrate LGBTQIA+ Pride with Sage Out & About, a small choral ensemble affiliated with Sage Singers, the first LGBTQIA+ chorus for older adults in the nation.
DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT
GROUP: Monday, May 11, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Mead Community Room of the Virginia Village Branch. Hosted in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association, this group offers comfort, reassurance, practical advice, and a community of people who are facing similar challenges. These meetings are for caregivers who provide care for those living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or a related disorder. Registration is not required but encouraged. Email programs@denverlibrary. org or call 720-865-1111 to register.
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER
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: Every Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. in the Wolf Room. FREE. Register at the JCC website.
CURRENT EVENTS & SCHMOOZE: Every Friday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Mizel Reception Room. FREE.
SENIOR BOOK CLUB: “I Want to be Wonderful” by Lihi Lapid. Thursday, May 14, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Wolf Room.
SENIOR PLANET CLASSES
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.
GROUP TECH TALK – APPLE: Thursdays, May 7 and 14, at 11:45 a.m. Have Apple questions? Come to our center for this Q&A session to ask your Apple-related questions.
GROUP TECH TALK – ANDROID: Fridays, May 8 and 15, at 2 p.m. Have Android questions? Come to our center for this Q&A session to ask your Android-related questions.
STREAMING & SMART TVs: Tuesday, May 26, at 11:45 a.m. Are you paying for TV channels you don’t watch? Learn why people are “cutting the cord” and using streaming services instead.
FREE DAYS AT SCFD MUSEUMS
Please verify information with the museum.
DENVER ART MUSEUM: Tue May 12, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free admission. Special exhibitions require an additional ticket. Location: 100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., Denver, Colorado. 720-865-5000.
WINGS OVER THE ROCKIES AIR & SPACE MUSEUM: Tuesday, May 19, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 7711 East Academy Blvd, Denver, CO 80230. 303-3605360. Email: info@wingsmuseum.org.
FOUR MILE HISTORIC PARK: Friday, May 29, and Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: 715 S. Forest Street, Denver, CO 80246. 720-865-0800. Email: info@fourmilepark.org.
Golden Moments by
Sharon Buchan
Even those who plan their retirement well don’t have Golden Years. Young or old we all shed tears. We live for those Golden Moments. Like a snowflake on the tip of your tongue, they disappear … too fast. And before the day is done you hope you can complete one task. Now I am in my Golden Years. My body is rusty And my brain is dusty. When I see a small child toddling, I have a smile on my lips. I am aware that there is a slower swing to my hips. I see trees they are a-cutting, But the daffodils are a-budding. I am grateful for the big and little things. How about the vivid color and flutter of butterfly wings?
Have you ever smelled puppy breath and then seen him waddle around the room? Have you ever heard Bing Crosby croon? Don’t frown. There are no Golden Years, no need to be tense. Be at peace, smile and enjoy the Golden Moments.
The Windsor Writers meet 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. No qualifications needed, just creative folks who enjoy writing and sharing ideas and stories.
WINDSOR WRITERS ANNUAL “OUT LOUD” EVENT
Friday, June 5, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. The Windsor Writers “Out Loud” event features public readings of favorite pieces chosen by each writer. Some selections will make you laugh; others will make you think, and a few will manage a bit of both. After the readings, enjoy light refreshments and time to chat with the authors. FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
Windsor Writers
Golden by Sharon Coburn
The first time I heard the term “Golden Years,” I was eighteen years old. I’m sure I laughed out loud! It was some sort of advertisement showing two people with white hair and frameless glasses seated in rocking chairs on a porch. They were surrounded by mountains, and their little home was in a meadow with wildflowers. Maybe it was an ad for a retirement community.
I laughed because I knew I was already in the goldenest time I would ever experience –eighteen, graduating high school, and preparing for college. There were Home Comings, Proms, graduation parties, and boys, or as I had come to regard them, young men! I was petite with onyx colored hair, blue eyes, and a figure that made those boys, er… young men, follow me everywhere. Why would I want to be old, sitting on a porch staring at the sunset?
Of course, one of those young men eventually caught up with me, and I was a stunning bride – all in white, hair piled high, my handsome groom waiting at the altar as my father walked me down the aisle. As a young couple in love, we honeymooned at the Plaza Hotel in New York City, then traveled to California, where we would make our home.
As a young couple, we were free as birds, bought a hot sports car, and traveled to all the amazing parts of Southern California – State and National Parks, beautiful coastlines, and deep green forests. We had friends, we had parties, and we thoroughly enjoyed our lives. I now understood that I had been wrong, and THIS was that golden time!
After a couple of years, our friends were starting their families. The first time I saw one of those cherubic babies, I knew! I had to have one, or two, or three! My husband wanted to wait and retain our freedom to travel. Of course, the parties were much fewer now, as most of our friends had to hire babysitters, or bring their little children to parties they really did not enjoy.
We were pregnant almost instantly, though it felt like it was forever to me. Our baby girl was born, and I was in love! We had already bought a sweet little three-bedroom, twobath house in a family-friendly neighborhood. My husband forgot about traveling and parties and traded in our sexy sports car for a station wagon. When our baby girl was thirteen months old, our baby boy arrived. We wanted them to grow up together and travel with us as soon as possible. As the children grew, we purchased a big truck with a cab-over camper and started traveling again. They were great little travelers and campers. Next, we bought a larger house with a pool and Jacuzzi, and the kids became super swimmers! There was never a doubt that THESE were the Golden Years!
Jump forward to the present day. I still wish I could have stayed forever in that time of raising our young children, but we can’t stop our children from becoming adults, nor should we wish to. I now have four amazing grandchildren who have brought me such joy, and I understand that time moves on, no matter how much we wish it would stand still.
I’m now in the “official” Golden Years, and very much enjoy living at Windsor Gardens among so many friends, with all the wonderful amenities that come with communal living. But I will never stop looking back with longing at all those other Golden Years!
Age Doesn’t Matter Unless You’re a Cheese by Delilah Adams
Looks are deceiving. I have been around much longer than I thought I would. I have heard people say, “You do not look your age,” too many times. I like to think the first time that happened was when I was around 8 months pregnant with my son, hair in a ponytail, driving myself to my OB/GYN appointment. The highway patrol officer turned on his light and followed me down the road until I stopped. He came to the car and said, “Registration and driver’s license.” I struggled to open the glove box to retrieve the registration and license from my purse. He looked in the car and saw that my oversized belly was the cause of the struggle. He quickly said, “Thanks, Ma’am. Drive carefully.” And he hurriedly sent an APB to the troops ahead, warning them not to stop the lady with the ponytail. She has a registration and a driver’s license and is about ready to explode.
C L A S S I F I E D S
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GARAGE REASSIGNMENT
GARAGE WANTED in parking lot 1, 2, 3, 5, or 6 or bldg. 84. Would consider renting. Call 720-524-4666.
HOMES FOR RENT
1BD/1BA CONDO, 855 sq ft, large, in excellent condition, SS newer appliances, 3RD floor, enclosed lanai, has lots of storage, plus extra assigned storage locker, one car garage with opener and extra storage. Heat, water, trash and amenities included in rent. $1450/mo. plus 1 mo. deposit. A better deal on long-term lease. Call Lillian 720-352-0899.
2BED/2BATH CONDO – South facing, bright and quiet unit. Looking out on flower beds and the Highline canal. Updated unit includes garage and on-site laundry. Tenants pay for electricity and must provide proof of renters insurance. 12-month lease. $50 application fee, background check, credit check, income/rental verification required. One month security deposit. Sofiya 720-217-3271.
665 S ALTON WAY 2A 2 bedroom 1 bath ground level. Garage close by. Pets are welcome. Rent; $1800/month Call 303-506-6980 Ask for Melissa.
BEAUTIFUL 1200 SQ FT GROUND FLOOR unit 2Bed/2Bath w/garage on golf course. No pets $1900/mo. Alice 303-324-4864.
AVAILABLE JUNE 1ST 1bedroom/1bath 850 sq ft. Newly remodeled, east-facing. Overlooks golf course. Large walk-in closet. New bathroom with walk-in shower. Heat, water, and trash included. Close garage with storage. One building away from Centerpoint $1400/month. Call 573-864-9037.
CONDO: 1200 SQ FT. 2 Bedroom, 2 bath or dining room, office, craft area. 2nd floor (same floor as laundry room & trash shoot, new flooring; stainless appliances, quartz counters, new paint, storage, enclosed balcony, 1 car garage. $1,650.00/mo. Free Utilities. Call Shirley 720- 898-0510 to schedule a viewing.
2BEDROOM/2BATH (1 walk in shower) spacious 1200 sf condo first floor level at Windsor Gardens. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet. Screened glass lanai. 1-car garage also included. $1,900/mo. Windsor Gardens is a 55+ Active Senior Living Community. It offers maintenance free living with many amenities including a Fitness Center, pools, spa, golf, clubhouse, classes, a restaurant, auditorium. The security includes a 24/7 patrolling Community Responders. RTD Bus Stops are in the community. Call Richard 303-919-9629.
MOVE IN READY newly remodeled 2bd/1ba, 870 sf. corner unit. $1,350/mo. Contact Valerie 719-460-9559.
HOMES FOR SALE
SPACIOUS CONDO FOR SALE – Well-maintained with lots of natural lighting. 2BR, 2 BA 1200 sq ft. Comes with garage and storage $200,000 650 S Clinton St 5C. All offers considered. Please call Milissa Jay, Town and Country Realty 720-585-4955.
UNIQUE WG CONDO across from community center. Main level 1BR unit close to lobby. Fully updated, w/enclosed walk-out lanai. Underground garage near entrance. Staging negotiable $224k. Sellers include a CO. licensed real estate agent 571-2771831.
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 WANTED
I BUY VINTAGE BASEBALL & SPORTS cards and memorabilia Pre 1980. I also buy music albums, LPs and 45 records. Also buying gold & silver coins. Top dollar paid. Call CJ 303-916-8143.
SERVICES
WG RESIDENT WITH 30 YEARS caregiver experience. Very reliable, also run errands, good references. Loretta Wright 720-563-7030.
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.
FOR ALL YOUR SEWING & ALTERATION needs, custom made and more. Please call Soledad 303-399-5513 (no texts). WG Resident.
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.
CONDO PAINTING: Detailed and Professional! Friendly and Reliable. Please call Bob 720-621-7767.
HOUSECLEANING: I provide all types of cleaning, including bathrooms, bedroom, kitchen. Contact Veronica Peralta 720-387-5426.
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.
AIRPORT CAR SERVICE-WINDSOR Gardens to DIA. Private, scheduled transportation. Drop-offs & pickups. Early morning & late-night service available. WG resident Mark 720-210-4276.
HANDYMAN/HELPER – Painting, moving, windows, lights, errands, headlight restoration etc. Windsor resident. Kevin 720-984-2043.
ANA’S HAIR DESIGNS – Color, perms, men & women haircuts. Serving Windsor Gardens since 2018. Call/txt 720-422-1657.
DO YOU NEED A DOG WALKER? Call Sean@303-990-4067. Starting at $20/per 25 min. Insured & references available.
DOG SITTING Reliable, responsible, and dog-loving. Your place or mine (in WG). Dogs only. Call or text Anne 303-332-7641.
HEADLIGHT RESTORATION – Dirty, foggy headlights? I can clean and buff off to look like new $60 Kevin 720-984-2043.
MASSAGE THERAPIST: 30 yrs exp. $55/hr. in my home here in WG. Call 303-8803907 for an appointment.
CNA 10 YRS EXP-DAILY LIVING assistance 720-324-3825.
CAREGIVER 7 YRS EXPERIENCE call Carol 484-686-1351.
DOG WALKING & PET SITTING call Carol 484-686- 1351.
CAREGIVING (CNA) CHORES & MORE – Personal care for you & whatever is important to you. Showering, bathing, housekeeping, organizing, meal prep, sewing, grocery shopping, laundry, painting, transportation. Lisa 815-342-6444.
CAREGIVER AVAILABLE Call Shinta 720-878-1862.
HOUSECLEANING AVAILABLE Call Tian 720-313-3173.
CALL ME FOR A TIME to be heard. What’s your spiritual journey? What do you need? Sophia SharonAnne 303-934-0025 Caregiver slvr.ldy7@gmail.com Spiritual Direction.
The Windsor Gardens Association, including its board of directors and employees and the Windsor Life staff, are not responsible or liable for any of the services or products advertised in the Windsor Life publication, nor do we endorse any advertisement, product or service. The association recommends that you thoroughly research any product or service and check references prior to hiring any individual or company.
AIR CONDITIONING
Air Conditioner Sales & Service
Tom Grace 2443 S. University #211 303-755-2111 or tmmytomato@aol.com
APPLIANCES
Appliance Repair
Refrigerators, Stoves, Dishwashers, Disposals, Senior Discount Call Dave 303-371-4229
ATTORNEYS
Kirch Law PC
Estate Planning/Admin, Real Estate Over 40 yrs 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
Affordable Computer Repairs, Etc. Computers, Laptops, i-Phones, i-Pads Tablets, VCRs, Roku, Errands, Etc. Monica 303-875-5837
Computer & Electronic Help by Stephen College student, grandpa lives in WG
Enjoy helping seniors, plus tutoring Low fee 303-330-2272
No Agent Fees – We plan it all Heather 303-596-3457
TRANSPORTATION
Airport Shuttle
Drop off and pick up
Reasonable rates
Greg 970-319-0556
Airport Car Service WG to DIA Private, scheduled transportation Drop-offs & pickups – early/late OK WG Resident Mark 720-210-4276
WINDOW CLEANING
Serenity Now Home Services LLC
Window Cleaning to Brighten Your Day Locally Owned, Owner Operated Bob 720-621-7767
WINDOW FASHION
Alfa Blinds, Blinds by Tomorrow
At Alfa Blinds we Make, Install Repair & Clean Blinds by Tomorrow 303-366-9266, 60 S. Havana St, #608 WINDOW INSTALLATION & REPAIR Grande Vista, Inc. Windows, Doors & Enclosed Lanais 1550 Larimer St., #454, Denver 80202 Carlos Perez 303-777-4500
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I was 22 years old. I like to think that happened because I looked too young to be driving a car. But when he saw my condition, he knew I was old enough to drive. I was probably driving erratically, and that had nothing to do with my age. Now that I’m older and hoping I have become wiser, when people tell me I do not look my age, I know they are just being kind and do not want to hurt my feelings. The truth is, they count the rings around my neck, the number of gray hairs on my head, the slow pace when I walk. When they learned Ancient History, they knew I lived during that time. That’s why John Paul Getty, U.S. Oil Magnate, said, “Age doesn’t matter unless you’re a cheese.”
Answers for Trivia
5. Bookkeeper/bookkeeping
4. Empire State Building
3. Lake Havasu City, AZ
2. Turkey
1. Sherlock Holmes
Trivia by Carol Brooks
1. What literary detective lived at 221B Baker St., London, which is now a museum?
2. What country sits on two continents, Europe and Asia, at once?
3. What is the current location of the London Bridge?
4. What iconic New York building opened on May 1, 1931?
5. What word has three consecutive double letters in a row?
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