WGA Mission Statement: To sustain and enhance our vibrant 55+ community thriving in place.
October 2025 Volume 23, Issue 10
PRESIDENT’S PEN
Bobbie Mays, WG Board President
Recently, someone asked if it is costly for our HOA to process individual owners’ property tax payments. The answer is yes, which is why we have sought to amend the association’s declaration through owner votes over the past few years.
According to the association’s declaration, we are required to collect property taxes from individual owners and remit them to the City and County of Denver on their behalf. While this arrangement may appear convenient, it has presented several disadvantages for both owners and the association.
Staff members dedicate time and resources to tracking each unit’s tax obligations, collecting funds, and ensuring timely payments. Their thorough research and diligent management of property tax collection and payment processes have ensured that no penalties, interest charges or tax liens have been incurred on owners' units.
Some mortgages require the collection of property taxes as part of the monthly mortgage payments. As a result, some owners end up paying their property taxes twice: once to the HOA and again to their mortgage company. Considerable association staff time is spent assisting these owners in obtaining refunds, and there are costs related to processing reimbursement
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2025 Board Officers & Committees Association Contacts
Executive Committee
y Bobbie Mays, President
y Carol Brooks, Vice President
y Michael Powl, Treasurer
y Dean Deverick, Secretary Appeals Committee
y Dennis Knight, Chair
y Mike Lopez, Board
y Susan Bretschneider, Resident
y Shirley Cox, Resident
y Janis Mayer, Resident Architectural Review Committee
y Dean Deverick, Chair
y Michael Powl, Board
y Ron Baldwin, Resident
y Susan Bretschneider
y Albert Greuter, Resident
y Nona Warburton, Resident
y Tee Williams, Resident Auditing Committee
y Dennis Knight, Chair
y Dean Deverick, Board
y Susan Adamson, Resident
y Peggy Powl, Resident
y Bev Thomas, Resident Board Election Committee
y Carol Brooks, Chair
y Dean Deverick, Board
y Jan Mayer, Resident
y Donna Sanford, Resident
y Gary Roll, Resident
Building Representative Zone Committee (BRZC)
Carol Brooks & Donna Sanford, CoChairs
Zone 1: Shari Swickard
Zone 2: Catherine Elliott
Zone 3: Susan Adamson
Zone 4: Kathy Young
Zone 5: Lisa Davis
Zone 6: Ken DeHate
Zone 7: Susan Bretschneider Community Life Committee
y Mike Lopez, Chair
y Judi Bianco, Board
y Kristin Brotherton, Resident
y Lisa Davis, Resident
y Eydie McDaniel, Resident
y Peggy Powl, Resident
y Terry Sprague, Resident
y Patrice Tyler, Resident
Employee Relations/Safety Committee
y Dean Deverick, Chair
y Mike Lopez, Board
y Lisa Davis, Resident
y Sylvia Francis, Resident
y Ann-Marie Jackson, Resident
y Marilyn Tyler, Resident
y Laura Wells, Resident
y Maintenance Dept. Employee
y Grounds Dept. Employee
y Community Response Officer
Entrance Tower Ad Hoc Committee
y Dennis Knight, Chair
y Mike Lopez, Board Member
y Ron Baldwin, Resident
y Kristin Brotherton, Resident
y Ginny Cox, Resident
y Gini Hansen, Resident
y Judy Tauchen, Resident
Finance Committee
y Michael Powl, Chair
y Mike Lopez, Board
y Phyllis Davis, Resident
y Mark Euler, Resident
y Sharon Roulhac, Resident
y Terry Sprague, Resident
y Marilyn Tyler, Resident
Governing Documents Review Ad Hoc Committee
y Dennis Knight, Chair
y Michael Powl, Board
y Jan Sheppard, Resident
y Charles Silverman, Resident Insurance Committee
y Mike Lopez, Chair
y Judi Bianco, Board
y Ron Baldwin, Resident
y Susan Bretschneider, Resident
y Martin Langley, Resident
y Tee Williams, Resident
Long-Range Planning & Innovation Committee
y Michael Powl, Chair
y Judi Bianco, Board
y Kathy Callender, Resident
y Penelope Hodge, Resident
y Reuel Hunt, Resident
y Brenda Sanders, Resident
y John Young, Non-Resident Owner
y Bill Walsh, Employee Policy Committee
y Dean Deverick, Chair
y Michael Powl, Board
y Kathy Callender, Resident
y Sharon Roulhac, Resident
y Donna Sanford, Resident
y Charles Silverman, Resident
y Judy Tauchen, Resident
Public Relations Committee
y Judi Bianco, Chair
y Carol Brooks, Board
y Susan Bretschneider, Resident
y James Keyworth, Resident
y Eydie McDaniel, Resident
y Diane Sagil, Resident
y Terry Sprague, Resident Revenue Exploration Ad Hoc Committee
Director of Golf: Joey Schlueter, email: jschlueter@wgamail.com BOARD OF DIRECTORS board@wgamail.com
President: Bobbie Mays
Vice Pres.: Carol Brooks
Treasurer: Michael Powl
Secretary: Dean Deverick
Asst. Treasurer: Mike Lopez
Asst. Secretary: Dennis Knight Director-at-Large: Judi Bianco
WINDSOR LIFE: THE NEWS OF WINDSOR GARDENS
Windsor Gardens Association, 595 South Clinton Street, Denver, CO 80247 303-364-7485 www.windsorgardensdenver.org
Windsor Life is published by the Windsor Gardens Association Board of Directors for the benefit of Windsor Gardens residents and is dedicated to fostering communication and collaboration among the residents, board of directors and staff; promoting Windsor Gardens' numerous and diverse activities; and informing residents of community resources and issues.
ADVERTISING: Ad reservations and files are due the 10th of the month prior to the month of publication. Call 303-364-7485 or email karellano@wgamail.com for 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
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
DONUTS WITH DONNA
Thursday, October 16, at 10 a.m. in CenterPoint
Join WG Building Rep Committee Co-chair Donna Sanford for a community meeting. Bring your coffee cup and questions; we will provide the coffee and donuts.
COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Architectural Review Committee Tuesday, October 21, 10 a.m.
Meeting ID: 979 1592 4237 Passcode: 182214
Audit Committee Thursday, October 9, 10 a.m.
In-person only in the Colorado Room.
Board Election Committee Tuesday, October 14, 10 a.m.
Meeting ID: 945 2816 6533 Passcode: 693750
Board Monthly Meeting Thursday, October 23, 9:30 a.m.
Meeting ID: 984 7122 6420 Passcode: 684618
Board Special Meeting to Verify Board Election Results Thursday, October 9, at 9:30 a.m.
Meeting ID: 988 9346 4882 Passcode: 865853
Board Special Meeting Tuesday, October 21, 11 a.m.
Meeting ID: 935 6952 1631 Passcode: 059214
Building Rep. Zone Committee Thursday, October 9, 11 a.m. Meeting ID: 923 4275 4091 Passcode: 618913
Community Life Committee Wednesday, October 8, 12:30 p.m. Meeting ID: 942 3090 0740 Passcode: 182795
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.
Zulema “Zoo” M. Cordova
Zulema Mary Cordova, age 104, passed away on July 26, 2025. Zulema, known to family and friends as Zoo, moved to Windsor Gardens in 1997. She lived in building 20.
Zoo was born on December 21, 1920, in Trinidad, Colorado. Shortly after her birth, the family moved to Aguilar, Colorado. She was the granddaughter of Jose De Jesus Cordova, a man well known in the Aguilar/Trinidad area. He was responsible for securing funding for the Cordova Road Project in 1928.
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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
Invisible No More
Dear Younger Friends,
When I was younger, I did not always notice or understand the subtleties of aging, and I may have hurt my elders with my lack of sensitivity. Now that I walk in those shoes, I see things differently.
One of the more surprising discoveries about elderhood is how invisible we can sometimes feel in social settings. Grey hair and slower steps seem to make us fade in the crowd, as though our presence no longer carries any weight. Yet, we are still eager to be part of life’s conversations.
Another truth I have learned is how unpredictable the body becomes with age. Pains arrive without warning, illnesses flare,
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PRESIDENT'S PEN
checks and mailing them to the owners. This is a disadvantage for impacted owners as they pay property taxes twice and then must wait for reimbursement. In some cases, the reimbursement is returned to the mortgage company instead of the association, which can result in a difficult refund process for the owner. Our fiscal year is April 1 to March 31. This timeline ensures that the property tax invoice is received, each unit’s amount is known, and the total can be included in the budget and on the assessment coupon that provides the individual property tax amounts. We must transfer and save sufficient funds to ensure that funds are available when the bill arrives. The HOA billing is in arrears, meaning we collect your new tax amount after the first payment is made and then again only two months after you start paying the new tax amount. This means we must monitor cash flow carefully and sometimes borrow money from the operating account until the tax portion of the HOA assessments catches up to the amount paid. Remember, we only collect one-twelfth of the property tax bill each month, and it must be paid in full only two months into the new fiscal year. This is a benefit to the owners, but it presents a challenge to the HOA, as it requires staff oversight to ensure that all financial responsibilities are met. Also, we cannot selectively choose which properties to pay taxes for, even if some properties are for sale, abandoned, in foreclosure, or delinquent in paying their HOA dues. When the property taxes are due, we must pay the total amount billed. This
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is a convenience for the owner as they will never have a tax lien on their unit, even if they are severely delinquent on HOA dues. However, it is a financial burden for the HOA, especially when delinquencies are high, because the income for these expenses is not being received as budgeted. This too requires careful oversight by the staff.
Most counties and municipalities expect property owners to pay taxes directly, and the city’s billing system is not designed for our unique setup. The association receives a city bill that includes all Denver property parcel numbers, requiring our staff to sort through the bill to identify Windsor Gardens parcels—a time-consuming process that is now managed with the help of a professional who is paid to help create a WG-specific billing file.
Additional HOA costs stem from delinquencies, including late fees and attorney fees, as well as the expenses of filing liens and writing off uncollectible debts that include the property tax portion of the HOA assessment.
Ultimately, the costs of managing owners’ property tax payments are passed back to all owners as administrative expenses. While it is difficult to provide an exact figure, we estimate that hundreds of staff hours and thousands of dollars are spent each year on these efforts.
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Finance Committee Tuesday, October 21, 1 p.m.
Meeting ID: 956 8377 4135 Passcode: 689978
Governing Docs Ad Hoc Committee
#1 Wednesday, October 15, 11 a.m.
Meeting ID: 937 9656 3818 Passcode: 328973
#2 Wednesday, October 22, 11 a.m.
Meeting ID: 989 0599 1446 Passcode: 601708
Long-Range Planning & Innovation Tuesday, October 14, 2 p.m.
Meeting ID: 957 9399 8809 Passcode: 918194
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Policy Committee Tuesday, October 14, 11 a.m.
Meeting ID: 937 2516 1010 Passcode: 688478
Public Relations Committee Tuesday, October 7, 10 a.m. Meeting ID: 930 4179 2666 Passcode: 241987
Revenue Exploration Ad Hoc Committee Thurs., October 16, 1 p.m. Meeting ID: 924 4809 5552 Passcode: 706385
Zoo would grow up among a "league of nations", as she liked to tell everyone. Her friends and neighbors were a diverse mix of nationalities. Zoo’s heritage was a rich blend of Irish, Mexican, Spanish, French and Native American. She loved growing up on a farm and all animals, and was known for having unusual pets, including a deer named Daisy, and her favorite, Porky the porcupine.
Zoo eventually followed a friend to Denver to find work. She held various jobs before working for 31 years at the Corporation of America print shop. After her mother died in 1969, Zoo took a leave of absence to care for her father until his passing. She then worked for the City and County of Denver, running their print shop. She worked there for 15 years and retired in 1985. In retirement, Zoo would travel the world on tours with friends. She loved exploring new places, sampling local cuisines, and experiencing other people's cultures.
Zoo has always been known for her caring and giving spirit towards her friends, neighbors and family, as well as her deep and unwavering Catholic faith, always being the first to pray the rosary for those in need.
Zoo was preceded in death by her immediate family and was buried in the Cordova family plot in Aguilar. She was blessed with so many friends and distant family later in life, and her friends and family were blessed to have her in their lives. Zoo will be missed by all. May her memory be eternal.
WG Board in Motion
At their regular board meeting on September 25, 2025, the board of directors approved the following motions:
Appeals Committee motion to deny the appeal to store items in a garage and to allow for an extended period of time (90 days) to cure the violation.
Architectural Review Committee motion to submit the redlined common elements decorations policy to the Policy Committee for further discussion.
Entrance Tower Ad-Hoc Committee motion to proceed with the three-fixture lighting option for the tower, contingent upon Facilities Manager Bill Walsh’s feedback to the architect.
Finance Committee motions:
A motion to transfer $379,019.42 to the capital reserve account.
A motion to transfer $185,177.75 to the tax reserve account.
A motion to transfer $217,750.72 to the capital reserve account. (This transfer represents the September 2025 insurance loan payment from the operating account.)
Public Relations Committee motion to adopt sample 6 for the location of the WGA mission statement in the masthead of the Windsor Life newspaper.
A motion to proceed with the campus designation for Energize Denver compliance and to take no action to join the class action suit against Energize Denver.
At an executive session on September 25, 2025, the board decided to transition several delinquent accounts to the association's attorney and to write off uncollectible balances. They also decided not to accept a settlement offer on a loss assessment balance. Covenant enforcement matters were discussed, but no decisions were required.
VOTING PERIOD
Be sure to vote in the WG Board of Directors election by Wednesday, October 8, 4:30 p.m.
Owners with an email on file with the association should have received an electronic ballot from elections@vote-now.com. If you don't need help voting, please do not delay. Log in and vote at https://vtnw.com/elections/condo/Windsor/.
In-Person Assistance with Voting
Volunteers will be available in the CenterPoint lobby to assist owners with voting on the following dates and times. To vote, you must bring a photo ID and your letter from Vote-Now with your verification number.
October 2, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
October 4, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
October 5, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
October 6, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
October 7, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
October 8, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
If you need a ballot delivered to your home, please call the administrative office during business hours at 303-364-7485 to arrange for a volunteer to visit your unit.
ELECTION RESULTS
The board will meet with the board election committee in attendance to certify the election results on Thursday, October 9, at 9:30 a.m. Immediately following, staff will notify all candidates, and the results will be announced via a Pilera notification to owners, posted at the administrative office, and displayed at the community center.
LETTERS continued from page 3 and suddenly, what was planned cannot be carried through. Canceling engagements is a disappointment for us as well as others.
Too often, older people are dismissed, spoken over, or treated as if our voices carry less worth. We hear comments like “You don’t look your age” or “You’re still working?”—phrases meant kindly,
LANAI ENCLOSURES
perhaps, but rooted in assumptions that could use rethinking. I encourage you to notice when such words arise and gently help remind others that they are not respectful.
As elders, we must cultivate flexibility and acceptance, for aging has its share of losses and surprises. But we cannot do this without your understanding, support, and patience.
It can be hard to ask for help—to shift from being the caregiver to needing care. Walk with us gently.
On a lighter note, I’m often asked, “What are we doing this weekend?” Truthfully, sometimes the answer is “nothing at all.” But I’ve learned to reply with a wink, “No! Did you already hear?”—as if a grand secret adventure were waiting. In every life stage, humor and curiosity are still great companions.
Marily “Gogo” Charles (Gogo means grandmother in parts of Africa)
General Manager
Rebecca Zazueta
From the General Manager
ARE YOU WINTER-READY?
Before we know it, we will be navigating the snow and ice. While many of us are veterans of Colorado winters, it is essential to doublecheck your winter weather to-do list to be sure you and your vehicle are ready for the first winter storm.
Driving in Winter Weather
Avoid driving during snowstorms and wait for the roads to be cleared before venturing out. Check the weekly forecast to avoid being caught off guard by bad weather conditions. Modify your appointments if bad weather is approaching.
Prepare your vehicle in advance of a storm:
¾ Have a full tank of gas and windshield wiper fluid.
¾ Make sure the windshield wipers are working properly.
¾ Have good tread on your tires and ensure they are properly inflated.
¾ Make sure your vehicle’s headlights are working well.
¾ Have a good snow and ice scraper inside your vehicle.
¾ Keep an emergency travel kit in the trunk, including a snow shovel, blankets, jumper cables, a flashlight, gloves, a hat, water and a first aid kit.
Before you drive away in your vehicle:
¾ Clean snow and ice off your windshield and windows, and confirm your wipers are working properly. Use extra caution when moving around your vehicle to remove snow and watch out for ice. Remember not to leave your car running unattended.
¾ Bring your cell phone and keep it handy. Keep a cell phone battery charger in your glove compartment and charge it regularly to ensure it's always ready for use.
¾ Be mindful of snowfall accumulation. If you have a low-profile vehicle, skip your outing if your car will not make it through several inches of snow.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
¾ Let a friend, neighbor or family member know your destination, route and expected time of return.
Walking Outdoors in Winter Weather
If you need to go outside in cold weather, bundle up in layers and wear a hat, scarf and gloves. Wear shoes with good traction to avoid slips and falls. Avoid wearing flip-flops, slippers or dress shoes, even for a quick trip outside. Plan ahead and remember to allow yourself extra time to navigate sidewalks, walkways and parking lots safely.
Safety tips for walking in snowy and icy conditions:
¾ Be aware of surface conditions, slow down, and take small, precise steps.
¾ Focus on what you are doing, avoid carrying large packages and consider asking a neighbor to help walk your pet if you are concerned about going outside.
¾ Keep your hands free. Your arms can help you regain your balance if you slip and can help you safely land if you fall.
¾ Avoid distractions while walking by not texting or talking on your cell phone. Keep your cell phone handy in case you need to make a call or use the flashlight feature.
¾ Choose your path carefully and avoid icy conditions whenever possible. Don’t take shortcuts and stay in well-lit areas. If it is dark, carry a flashlight to help illuminate your walking path. Always use sidewalks and paths that have been cleared. Parking lots and roadways may be the shorter path, but the cleared sidewalks and paths may be the safest route.
¾ Just because you don’t see snow or ice doesn’t mean it is not there. If you see ice, don’t attempt to walk on it or through it.
¾ Clean the snow off the bottom of your boots as soon as you get indoors and before you go up or down stairs or walk on tile, laminate flooring, or any other type of hard surface.
Reporting Snow Removal Concerns or Icy Conditions
If you have a concern about snow removal or wish to report icy conditions, please contact the association office during regular business hours at 303-364-7485. After business hours, please call Community Response at 303-364-4924.
MAINTENANCE & GROUNDS UPDATES
Fiber Network: High-level design draft one, completed by the Glass Roots engineering team, is currently under review. Once the review is completed, they will begin the low-level design.
Underground Garages: The grounds department is starting irrigation work by buildings 60 and 62.
Roof and Gutter Replacement: Buildings 44 and 61 are complete. Building 63 is in progress.
Major Plumbing Repairs: We installed new hot water systems in buildings 43 and 21. Building 20 is in progress, and building 45 is next.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE PROJECTS
Hailstorm Repairs: We have finished the screen replacements project, except for the townhome screens and individual
replacement issues/concerns that residents have submitted as work orders.
We are making progress with window replacements. So far, we have completed phase 1, which includes buildings 28, 30, 32, 34, 37, 39, 41, and 43.
A meeting was held with the townhome owners on September 17 to discuss the skylight replacement project. The project is scheduled to begin on October 6.
Our painters are working on the rooftops of parking lots 12 through 19. They are making good progress with the acrylic coatings. The roof coating in parking lots 12 and 13 is finished. The project included power washing, patching, a primer coat, and finally, a finish coat. They have power-washed parking lot 14 and are now priming and prepping
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From the General Manager continued
MAINTENANCE & GROUNDS
Garage Doors Repair: Two of the garage doors for underground garage 24 were damaged in separate, unrelated vehicle accidents and will be replaced. The garage door on East Center Avenue was damaged on September 7. The garage door on South Clinton St. was damaged on September 17.
HALLWAY CARPET REPLACEMENT
Building 57 is complete, and building 55 is in progress.
PAINTING PROJECTS
We have continued to re-stripe parking lots where lines are accessible and will continue as crew members are available.
Continuing to paint downspouts to match the exterior building colors as replacements are completed.
Repairing soffits as roof repairs are completed. Building 48 is pending.
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Primed rust and painted all along the Alameda side of the exterior property fence.
Painted the bridge on the golf course and the fence around the putting green.
The shuffleboard court is complete.
Ongoing drywall repairs, door repaints, and work orders.
Painted outer stairwells in buildings 44 and 46. Working on buildings 78, 80 and 82 now.
GROUNDS
The greens and golf course have been aerated.
The greens have been seeded to recover from weed mitigation.
Fall Large Item Pickup Day
Our Fall Large Item Pickup Day is scheduled for Wednesday, October 22. 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 October 22. Residents with underground garages should set items behind their vehicle or against a column.
Note: The crew 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.
S. Dayton Street Project Update
The city has completed the paving and painted the stripes on S. Dayton Street. The traffic calming work remains to be done.
High Line Canal Project Update
After hearing Windsor residents express concerns about removing old-growth trees along the High Line Canal to expand walkways, Denver Parks and Recreation has developed a new plan to preserve them. Construction will begin in November, with an estimated completion in 2026. Thank you for your patience as we work to enhance our beautiful High Line Canal!
QUESTIONS? Contact Denver Parks and Recreation Project Manager, at Adam Lind, adam.lind@denvergov.org or High Line Canal Conservancy Project Manager, Josh Phillips, at josh.p@ highlinecanal.org.
Participate in Denver’s Upcoming Coordinated Election on November 4
From the Office of Councilwoman Amanda Sawyer
The days are getting a bit cooler, the leaves are turning color, pumpkin spice drinks are on the menu, and political signs dot the landscape. During this general election season, let’s strive for civility with each other, even when we may disagree. Some reminders follow about the display of political signs at WG.
According to the Windsor Gardens Signs and Flags Policy, a resident may display one sign within the boundaries of their unit, or alternatively, in or on a window within their unit or within the interior boundaries of their lanai.
A sign is defined as a board or placard that is inscribed with words or other designs intended to inform or share a message with others by displaying it publicly.
The sign may be of any subject matter, except for commercial messages. The sign may be no larger than 18 inches by 24 inches.
Signs that penetrate the ground are not permitted on the Windsor Gardens property.
Q: What if I choose a sign that is smaller than 18"x24". Can I display another one?
A: No, only one sign can be displayed.
Q: Is the display of a sign limited to the political season?
A: No, signs can be displayed year-round.
Q: What if my sign has a social message?
A: You can display it within the parameters listed in the policy.
Q: What if I am unsure of the location and size of the sign I wish to display?
A: Review the WG Signs and Flags Policy. If you still have questions, contact Katie Monasmith at kmonasmith@ wgamail.com.
Q: What should I do if I believe a sign does not comply with the policy?
A: Contact the association office at 303-364-7485.
Authority for these rules is outlined in the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act (CCIOA) 38-33.3-106.5. A complete copy of the WG Signs and Flags Policy is available in the Resource Center of the association’s website at www.windsorgardensdenver.org.
Don’t miss Denver’s Coordinated Election on Tuesday, November 4! There are a number of important issues on this ballot, including the Vibrant Denver Bond package and the Denver Public Schools school board elections. Every election impacts our neighborhoods, our schools, and the priorities we set as a community. Your voice is a powerful force in deciding what comes next for District 5. Get ready to vote and make sure you’re heard!
Voter Registration and Status
If you’re unsure about your voter registration status or need to update your information, visit www.coloradosos.gov/voter/pages/ pub/home.xhtml. Registered voters will automatically receive their ballots by mail about three weeks before Election Day. Ballots can be returned by mail or at one of the city’s 24-hour drop-off boxes. For real-time updates, sign up for BallotTrax to track your ballot from mailing to counting at https://denver.ballottrax.net/voter/.
Casting Your Vote in District 5
We are fortunate to have several voting locations within Council District 5. You can use a 24-hour drop box, drive through a polling center to hand your ballot to an election worker, or enter a building and get assistance with a ballot issue directly from an election worker!
24-hour Drop Box at Windsor Gardens
The Windsor Gardens 24-hour drop box is located under the flagpole next to the WG auditorium.
In-Person Voter Service Centers and Drive-Thrus
y In-Person Days and Times
° Monday, Nov. 3: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
° Tuesday, Nov. 4: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
y District 5 Locations
° Montclair Recreation Center, 729 N. Ulster Way, Multipurpose Room
° Christ Church United Methodist, 690 N. Colorado Ave., Fellowship Hall
Fact-Checking
To help combat misinformation, the Clerk and Recorder’s office offers a fact-checking service that answers election questions within 24 hours. Go online to https://clerkandrecorderforms.formstack. com/forms/election_qanda or call 720-913-VOTE (8683).
Every vote counts—be sure to participate in Denver’s Coordinated Election on November 4!
As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our office if there is anything we can do to assist you. You can reach the District 5 office at:
Email: denvercouncil5@denvergov.org
Phone: 720-337-5555
Website: bit.ly/D5Website
YOUR INFORMATION GUIDE Emergency Prearedness WINDSOR GARDENS ASSOCIAITON
How to Prepare for an Emergency
Have a “go bag” ready with essentials for an overnight away from home. Keep a copy of important documents and a list of medications in your go bag.
If you have pets, prepare a similar bag for them and keep carriers and leashes in an accessible location.
Update your information with the association routinely. Have a set of keys on file with Community Response. Know and review your building’s evacuation map/plan.
Prepare for power or water outages in advance by keeping batteries, power banks, a first aid kit, flashlights, blankets and extra water on hand. Speak with your healthcare provider about back-up batteries for any electric-powered medical assistive devices and an emergency supply of medications.
Emergency Data Forms that All Residents Need to Complete
Emergency Medical Data Form (EMD) and supplied pink envelope: Keep this up-to-date form on your refrigerator. It includes helpful information for first responders coming to your unit during an active emergency for an occupant. Update annually or as medical information changes.
Emergency Data Sheet (EDS) or “Gold Form”: This form is submitted to and is only accessible by Community Response. It includes emergency contact information, permissions for key access, preferred hospital and physician information, allergies, consent for health and welfare checks, and pet information, including instructions for who may care for your pets if you experience a medical emergency. Keeping an extra unit key on file with Community Response is also recommended.
Emergency Alert Sticker (EAS)
In collaboration with the Denver Fire Department, the association developed an Emergency Alert Sticker (EAS) that has been distributed throughout the community. This sticker should be placed on the exterior of your unit's door frame, facing the door handle. First responders will be able to view this information and determine what assistance may be needed prior to opening your door in the event of a fire, evacuation or other emergency. One sticker is needed per unit.
Complimentary emergency alert stickers are available to new residents at orientation or the administrative office. A sticker can be edited by wiping the surface with an alcohol swab and entering the new information. If you have privacy concerns about the information on the sticker, you can place it on the interior of the door frame just above the lock's latch.
From Katie Monasmith, Business Manager
Annual Window Washing
Shine of Denver window washing company is a new contractor at WG and will be washing the outside bedroom windows of our buildings this month. As a new contractor, they may need additional time to complete the work on the first few buildings. As they become acquainted with our property and learn how to manage the project efficiently, we anticipate that they will move through the schedule as planned, unless there are weather delays.
If a day is lost due to weather or work crew delay, advance the schedule by the number of working days lost (excluding weekend days). The schedule will be updated on the association’s website as changes are needed. Here is the link: https://www. windsorgardensdenver.org/News/15778~854389. Or, go to the "Stay Connected" tab and select "News and Announcements" in the drop-down menu. The schedule is at the top of the page.
OCTOBER CLEANING SCHEDULE
Date
Wednesday, October 1
Thursday, October 2
Friday, October 3
Monday, October 6
Tuesday, October 7
Buildings
62,64,66,68
Admin/Community Center
58,59,60,65
53,55,57,74,76
50,52,54,56,70,72
Wednesday, October 8 42,44,46,48
Thursday, October 9 45,47,49,51
Friday, October 10
32,36,38,40
Monday, October 13 37,39,41,43
Tuesday, October 14
22,24,27,28,30,34
Wednesday, October 15 14,16,18,20,26
Thursday, October 16 4,6,8,10,12
Friday, October 17
1,2,5,11,17,19,23,29
Monday, October 20 3,7,9,13,15,21,25
Tuesday, October 21 61,63
SCREEN REMOVAL
Please remove bedroom window screens one day before the scheduled day or the night before. Windows with screens on them will not be washed. If you have COVID-19 or flu-like symptoms, the maintenance staff will not enter units to remove the screens If you are not able to remove the screens, you must sign up on the sheet provided in the building’s laundry room by 8 a.m. three days before window washing in your building. Our maintenance staff will come and pick up the sheet from the laundry room. They will remove your screens on the designated day if you have signed up for screen removal. Please note that this service is intended for individuals who are unable to physically remove their screens. PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE THE SIGN-UP SHEET FROM THE LAUNDRY ROOM.
Please do not call the association office for screen removals. The office will not be able to schedule this for you. You must use the sign-up sheet located in the laundry room if you want to have your screens removed. Screens will be removed from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. one day prior to the scheduled window washing or the Friday before if the washing is scheduled for Monday. You must be home for screen removal. The maintenance staff will not return to your unit if you are not home.
If you live in the townhomes, you must call the office three days prior to your scheduled window cleaning to arrange for screen removal.Screens will be reinstalled the following day between 12:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. If you are not home during that time, the maintenance staff will not reinstall the screens for you. You will have to make other arrangements to have the screens reinstalled.
From Liz Nickel Morrison, Office Manager
Community Response
SAFE DRIVING IS A RESPONSIBILITY THAT WE ALL SHARE
From Chris Scovil, Chief of Community Response
Windsor Gardens is a uniquely challenging place to drive. Blind corners and limited sight lines when entering or exiting parking lots make visibility difficult. Crowded streets lined with parked cars narrow the road even further, while pedestrians, dog walkers, bicyclists, scooter riders, and staff moving through the community on golf carts all remind us to stay alert and give space to keep everyone safe. It doesn’t take much—one rolling stop or a few miles per hour too fast—for an accident to happen.
In recent months, we’ve responded to several vehicle accidents, including two incidents in the underground garages that resulted in significant property damage to garage entry doors and parked
vehicles, and another involving a pedestrian. This should serve as a reminder that it’s not only property at risk—lives can be affected too. We’ve also handled calls about stop signs being ignored, speeding, and even road rage. These incidents are preventable.
With colder weather setting in this fall, roads and parking lots can become slick, and shorter daylight hours make visibility even harder. This makes slowing down and paying attention more important than ever.
Safe driving is not just a courtesy; it is a responsibility we all share. By following traffic rules and staying alert, residents can help reduce accidents, protect property, and ensure Windsor Gardens remains a safe and well-kept community for everyone.
The COP Shop at WG
Community
Operated Policing
Storefront
The COP Shop is operated by volunteers who work with the Denver Police Department to assist with citizen complaints, accident reports and other activities that typically require a trip to the district station.
COP SHOP HOURS AT WG: We will be in CenterPoint’s lobby from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, October 6, and Friday, October 24.
PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE BACK DAY: We will be collecting expired and unused medications on Saturday, October 25, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. We will be outside in front of CenterPoint (inside in the event of inclement weather). No sharps, please.
ANNUAL HATS, GLOVES, SCARVES DRIVE: Coming up in December, we will have a collection box inside CenterPoint for our annual hats, gloves, scarves drive. You can drop off new or gently used items throughout the month of December. All items collected will go to the co-responder program for distribution citywide to individuals and families in distress.
LOOK ALL WAYS BEFORE PROCEEDING
Dear Cop Shop:
I was getting ready to cross the street and almost got hit by a car that didn’t stop at the sign. How can we get people to pay attention and stop when they are supposed to?
Almost Bruised (or Worse)
Dear Almost Bruised:
Unfortunately, we can’t “get” people to do anything. There has been talk about police cars parked at intersections, bigger signs, flashing lights and so on. However, none of these will work without the cooperation of all parties. How often have you slowed down at a stop sign, seen nothing coming and kept going without fully stopping?
Drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists all have equal responsibility for road safety. And while we are at it, let’s throw in scooters, motorized wheelchairs, skateboards and anything else we use to get around.
“Look both ways before crossing” is now “Look all ways” before proceeding.
Make sure approaching vehicles SEE you and actually stop before proceeding. A lot of the new cars are extremely quiet or silent, so you can’t hear them coming. Scooters and bikes zip down sidewalks. Thousands of people share the roads and sidewalks. Yes, you might have the right of way. You can still complain about people not sharing, but being proactive when you are out and about is your own best solution.
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.
Artist Audrey Ledgerwood
WG Art Club Profile
It wasn’t until Audrey Ledgerwood was 72 that she started to paint seriously. She then spent 12 years in watercolor classes and many workshops in various media. Now she mostly works in acrylics and mixed media to create semi-abstract landscapes, inspired by the textures, shapes and colors of nature.
Her work has been juried into art shows by the Colorado Watercolor Society, Heritage Fine Arts Guild, Parker Artists Guild, and the Aurora Artist Guild. She has also shown her work at the National Arts Program in Castle Rock, the Parkview Art Festival and Windsor Gardens. Her artwork reflects her life journey, from drawing as a child to minoring in art in college, years spent as a teacher, interior designer, wife and mother, and her love of nature.
She has always loved the beauty and simplicity of oriental art. After taking a workshop with an artist who studied art, painting and writing in China, Audrey created "Muted Earth, Silent Pines," a small, minimalist watercolor and ink painting on rice paper, featuring simple evergreen trees and soft earth tones. Its brushwork and subtle colors evoke a calm, natural scene inspired by Eastern art traditions.
"Muted Earth, Silent Pines" Chinese Ink and Watercolor on Rice Paper
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. Original artwork by members is available for viewing and purchase in the display case in CENTERPOINT.
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: Katie Monasmith at 303-364-7485 ext. 1524
IN-PERSON ORIENTATIONS
Thursday, October 16, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Tuesday, October 21, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 30, from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Administrative Office, 595 S. Clinton St.
ZOOM ORIENTATION
Tuesday, October 7, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Join by computer
Go to www.zoom.com. Click “Join a meeting”. Enter the meeting ID: 833 556 5532 and passcode: 015668
Join by phone
1. Call 720-928-9299
2. You will be prompted to enter the meeting ID: 833 556 5532 #
3. You will be prompted to enter a participant ID: Just hit #
4. You will be prompted to enter the meeting password: 015668 #
5. You will be put on hold for the host to allow you to join the meeting.
Welcome to Our New Neighbors
Bldg Name From
2 Gino and Virginia Rodrigues
8 Steven Nelson Denver, CO
26 Michelle Warren Thornton, CO
38 Betsy Stoneback Bradenton, FL
44 Jeffrey Kwiatkowski Englewood, CO
Bldg Name From
45 Dan and David Carrasco Denver, CO
45 Sylvia Hawley Aurora, CO
47 Kenneth Mueller Denver, CO
50 SueAnn Fitch and Rod Horton Denver, CO
65 Nancy Buck Lakewood, CO
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
Orientation Booklet
Pilera Communication Form
PHOTO ALBUM
Friday Fun Golf Group Celebration
On September 12, 2025, the Friday Fun Golf Group celebrated member Barb's years of service as scheduler and her passing of the torch to two other members, Wendy and Kathy. They were joined by the group's founder, Anita.
The Friday Fun Golf Group is 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 group in the golf shop.
From Margaret Makar.
The Torch is Passed. From right to left are the Friday Fun Golf Group schedulers in succession. Anita (group founder) to Barb (who served as scheduler from 2023 through 2025) to Wendy and Kathy (who will serve beginning in 2026).
Some of Friday Fun Golf Group's members celebrate Barb's years of service.
Committee Members Appreciation Event
The association staff expressed their gratitude to our committee member volunteers during a special appreciation event held on Friday, September 12. Thank you, committee members, for your dedication and service!
Windsor Life is Available to Read Online in Two Formats
You have two online options for reading the Windsor Life on the association website at www.windsorgardensdenver.org. The first option is a flipbook format where you can flip through pages horizontal. The second option allows for vertical scrolling through the pages. The first option is available via the "Stay Connected" tab on the website. Hover your cursor over the tab and then click on the first item in the drop-down menu. Click on the either of the links provided for the most recent issue or for archived past issues.
The second, vertical reading option is accessed through the website's "Resource Center" tab. Click on the tab and then scroll down the Windsor Life folder. Open the folder to select an issue.
Broncos Cooler Raffle Winner
Carmen Tolson is the winner of our Broncos cooler raffle. Congrats, Carmen!
Photo from Steve Follweiler, Activities Director.
Photos from Steve Follweiler, Activities Director.
PHOTO ALBUM
2025 WG Dog Show
ALL TIME CLOCK REPAIR
Ä Clock Repair is the only thing we do (No Sales).
Ä Same location since 1974.
Ä Dependable service on most types of clocks.
Ä Specializing in Antique Clocks.
Ä Free Estimates in Shop - Fair Prices.
Ä Service center for Seth Thomas, Howard Miller and Sligh.
Ä We make house calls.
Hours: Tuesday thru Friday: 10 to 5
Saturday: 10 to 2
Closed Sunday & Monday
Photos from Linda Rinelli.
A C T I V I T I E S
INDOOR POOL
The indoor aquatic facilities (indoor pool, saunas and therapy pool) are closed for cleaning every Monday from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. and all day every Thursday (closure begins Wednesday at 4 p.m. and the pool reopens Friday at 6 a.m.). These areas are also closed on Mondays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. during the aqua fitness classes.
FITNESS CENTER
HOURS: The fitness center is open 24/7 for residents with an ID badge keycard, except during cleaning times. It is closed for cleaning on Tuesdays and Fridays from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.
INSTRUCTION: Join instructor Kathy Zimmer for drop-in sessions in the fitness center. These sessions are FREE for residents. Let Kathy help you achieve your fitness goals.
THIS MONTH'S SCHEDULE: Thursday, October 2, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.; Friday, October 10, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; and Tuesday, October 14, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
“You can, you should, and if you're brave enough to start, you will.” ~Anonymous
WG LIBRARY
The WG Library is located in CENTERPOINT on the second floor and is open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. New books in the glass cases include titles on the bestseller lists and may be checked out with volunteers Monday through Friday, 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., excluding holidays. The open shelves hold an extensive selection of books you can borrow anytime during the day.
NEW BOOKS
Suspense Checkout
“Strangers in Time” by David Baldacci
“Heartwood” by Amity Gaige
“Never Flinch” by Stephen King
“An Inside Job” by Daniel Silva
Suspense Paperback
“Overkill” by Sandra Brown
Fiction Checkout
“Culpability” by Bruce Holsinger
“The Romanov Brides” by Clare McHugh
Fiction Paperback
“Home to Texas” by Kaki Warner
“The Wedding Planner” by Danielle Steel
Classic Fiction
“Far from the Madding Crowd” by Thomas Hardy
Biography Checkout
“The Art of Power” by Nancy Pelosi
Biography on the Shelf
“Agent Sonya” by Ben Macintyre
Aging Checkout
“The Aging Wisely Project” by Ben Green, MD
Holiday on the Shelf
“A Christmas Deliverance” by Anne Perry
How to Books on the Shelf
“Strength Finder 2.0” by Tom Rath
Large Print Checkout
“Swan Song” by Elin Hilderbrand
“The 24th Hour” by James Patterson
“Raised by Wolves” by James Patterson
“Angel of Vengeance” by Preston & Child
Large Print on the Shelf
“The Lie Maker” by Linwood Barclay
“A Rose for the Resistance” by Angela K Couch
“Prom Mom” by Laura Lippman
“Miracle” by Danielle Steel
DPL BOOKMOBILE @ WG
Dates and Hours: The DPL Bookmobile will be at WG on October 17 and October 31, 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, October 31, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM.
A C T I V I T I E S
WG CLASSES
WG classes are free of charge to 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 class schedule below is organized by the day of the week.
MONDAY
Yoga (Haykin) Auditorium 9 AM – 10 AM
Knitting/Crochet (Holifield) Sewing Room 9 AM – 12 PM
Low Impact Aerobics (Zimmer) Auditorium 9 AM – 9:45 AM
Chair Exercise (Zimmer) Auditorium 9:45 AM – 10:30 AM
Watercolor (Fidelman) Art Room 10 AM – 12 PM
Breathe and Move (Hall) Auditorium 1 PM – 2 PM
Drama (Buckstein) Auditorium 3 PM – 6 PM
Social Dancing Beg (Horton) Auditorium 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
Social Dancing Int (Horton) Auditorium 7:45 PM – 8:45 PM
FRIDAY
Yoga (Haykin) Auditorium 9 AM – 10 AM
WINDSOR HAPPENINGS
FIRE PREVENTION WEEK: OCTOBER 5-11
FIRE SAFETY RAFFLE: Residents can ente to win a fire extinguisher for their home! Stop by the Activities Office anytime between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. from October 6 through October 10 to be entered into the drawing.
FIRST RESPONDERS THANK YOU CARDS:
Residents will have the opportunity to sign thank you cards for our first responders. These cards will be distributed on October 28, First Responder Appreciation Day. Along with the cards, we will deliver miniature bundt cakes to first responders as a thank you from Windsor
Events are listed in chronological order.
NATIONAL CHOCOLATECOVERED PRETZEL DAY: Tuesday, October 7, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the ACTIVITIES DESK. Stop by the Activities Desk and pick up a free bag of chocolatecovered pretzels. While supplies last!
DANA’S ANNUAL TREE WALK: Friday, October 10, at 9 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. WG Grounds Supervisor Dana Cusack will give a brief indoor presentation and then lead us on a walk to look at and discuss a sample of our trees. Dana is always knowledgeable and entertaining. Please wear comfortable shoes and hats. We will provide bottles of water and snacks for your enjoyment.
FREE. Please sign up at the Activities Desk.
DONUTS WITH DONNA: Thursday, October 16, at 10 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. Join WG Building Rep Committee Co-chair Donna Sanford for a community meeting. Bring your coffee cup and questions; we will provide the coffee and donuts.
Please sign up at the Activities Desk.
ACTIVE MINDS – PICASSO: Thursday, October 16, at 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Born in Spain in 1881,
Gardens. Stop by the ACTIVITIES OFFICE anytime before October 28 to sign a card.
FIRE SAFETY PRESENTATION by LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT: Thursday, October 9, at 1 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. This presentation will cover the use and disposal of ion batteries and the safe use of extension cords, portable heaters and fire extinguishers.
FIRE SAFETY BINGO with the ACTIVITIES STAFF: Friday, October 10, at 1 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Join us for fun fire-safety themed bingo games! Fire-safety-related prizes will be awarded.
If you are interested in purchasing a ticket for an event or desire to sign up for an activity but are unable to come by the Activities Office during business hours, please reach out! We are happy to accommodate your schedule and make arrangements for you to do so! Please contact Steve Follweiler at 720-862-1533 or sfollweiler@wgamail.com or Brendan Hazel at 720-862-1534 or bhazel@wgamail.com.
Pablo Picasso lived a life that would redefine the structure and concept of visual art. Over the course of his 91 years, his works as a painter and sculptor would be associated with various movements in 20th-century modern art, most notably Cubism. Join Active Minds as we explore the life and revolutionary works of Picasso.
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
BINGO with the BOOKMOBILE: Friday, October 17, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Join the friendly bookmobile team from the Denver Public Library as they
host a rousing bingo session with some fabulous prizes.
FREE. Everyone is welcome!
TRIVIA FUN DAY: Friday, October 17, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. You can be part of a team and compete to win bragging rights. You don’t have to know it all. Come have fun and learn something new. Form or join a team.
HALLOWEEN DANCE & COSTUME CONTEST with DEEJAY JOHNSON AND THE YOUNGHEART BAND: Saturday, October 18, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Join DJ Johnson and the YoungHeart Band as they play a mix of country, oldies, and your favorite dance songs! Be sure to wear your best costume, as there will be a costume contest. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Desserts and refreshments will be served.
COST: Tickets are $7 for residents and $10 for non-residents. Pay at the door.
BALLY’S CASINO via PREMIER CHARTERS: Tuesday, October 21. The bus will depart from the ADMIN PARKING LOT at 9:20 a.m. and leave the casino at 2:30 p.m. to return.
COST: $20 per person at the Activities Desk. Tickets must be purchased prior to the day of departure. To ensure we meet the trip minimum and avoid cancellation, please sign up by Friday, October 10. All riders must sign a bus waiver or update an existing waiver. No refunds will be offered after Friday, October 17.
WINDSOR HAPPENINGS
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SMARTPHONE ASSISTANCE
– CHALLENGE SCHOOL SERVICE
PROJECT: Tuesday, October 21, from 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Middle school students from the local Challenge School will be available to help you with your questions about your smartphone. They can help you install or use different apps, recommend apps for tasks you want your smartphone to do, delete apps, adjust your settings and more. We hope to see you there!
FREE! Sign up at the Activities Desk.
AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS: Wednesday, October 22, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST.
COST: $20 for AARP members or $25 for non-members. Please sign up at the Activities Desk. Limited Seating.
PREMIER CONCERT – ERIC
GOLDEN: Thursday, October 23, at 6:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Doors open at 6
p.m. Recording artist Eric Golden performs throughout Colorado and the surrounding areas. Heavily influenced by the sounds of traditional honky-tonk country music, his high-energy shows will take you through the decades of classic and modern traditional country music.
COST: $20 per ticket. Tickets may be purchased at the Activities Desk and are limited due to auditorium capacity.
NATURAL GROCERS – LOVE
YOUR LIVER: Friday, October 24, at 10 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. Did you know your liver is responsible for over 500 vital functions necessary for optimal health and wellness? This class explores some of the biggest threats to liver health and discusses dietary, supplement and lifestyle hacks to support optimal liver function. It's never been more important to discover how to love your liver.
FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
NATIONAL
DRUG TAKE BACK
DAY AT WG with the LEETSDALE COP SHOP: Saturday, October 25, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in CENTERPOINT PARKING LOT. The Leetsdale Cop Shop will collect expired and unused medications for safe and secure disposal as part of National Drug Take Back Day.
Drive up or walk up to drop off. In the event of inclement weather, we will relocate to the CenterPoint Lobby.
OPTIMIST CLUB PANCAKE
BREAKFAST: Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Join the Optimist Club for its annual pancake breakfast, with proceeds benefiting Optimist programs that support children.
COST: $10. Tickets are available at the Activities Desk or can be purchased at the door. Cash or checks only.
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A C T I V I T I E S
WINDSOR HAPPENINGS continued
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HALLOWEEN TRUNK OR TREAT: Wednesday, October 29, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the ADMIN PARKING LOT. Instead of going door-to-door, this trickor-treat experience is car-to-car. We’ll fill the parking lot with volunteer candy hosts and enjoy watching grandkids, friends, and young-at-heart residents trick-or-treat at each parking space. Costumes, candy, and fun! This is a FREE event. Please sign up at the Activities Desk if you plan to attend or would like to participate and have a trunk.
TRUNK AND CANDY HOSTS NEEDED:
We are looking for 22 volunteers to bring and distribute candy to the trick-or-treaters. You don’t need to decorate your car, but if you do, there will be a prize for the crowd’s favorite! Costumes are also welcome, but not required. If you’d like to sign up to hand out candy at your car, please register in advance at the Activities Desk.
VETERANS APPRECIATION
GATHERING hosted by the WG FLAG CORPS: Tuesday, November 11, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Attention all veterans (and those who wish to
BUS TRIPS
honor them), please come for a ceremony to honor the veterans who call WG home. Light refreshments will be served. We hope to see you there! Please sign up at the Activities Desk.
WG ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR: Friday, November 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, November 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Craft Fair will be held in the AUDITORIUM, CENTERPOINT, and CENTERPOINT LOBBY. Stop by and browse a wide variety of handmade crafts, knickknacks, clothing, holiday essentials and much more!
BALLY’S CASINO via PREMIER CHARTERS: Tuesday, October 21. The bus will depart from the ADMIN PARKING LOT at 9:20 a.m. and leave the casino at 2:30 p.m. to return. COST: $20 per person at the Activities Desk. Tickets must be purchased prior to the day of departure. To ensure we meet the trip minimum and avoid cancellation, please sign up by Friday, October 10. All riders must sign a bus waiver or update an existing waiver. No refunds will be offered after Friday, October 17.
W G D A N C E S
HALLOWEEN DANCE & COSTUME CONTEST with DEEJAY JOHNSON AND THE YOUNGHEART BAND: Saturday, October 18, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Join DJ Johnson and the YoungHeart Band as they play a mix of country, oldies, and your favorite dance songs! Be sure to wear your best costume, as there will be a costume contest. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Desserts and refreshments will be served.
COST: Tickets are $7 for residents and $10 for non-residents. Pay at the door.
PREMIER CONCERT – ERIC GOLDEN: Thursday, October 23, at 6:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. Doors open at 6 p.m. Recording artist Eric Golden performs throughout Colorado and the surrounding areas. Heavily influenced by the sounds of traditional honky-tonk country music, his high-energy shows will take you through the decades of classic and modern traditional country music.
COST: $20 per ticket. Tickets may be purchased at the Activities Desk and are limited due to auditorium capacity.
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.
Weekday Movie
HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON (2025): Monday, October 27, at 2:30 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. A young Viking lives in a village where dragons are feared and constantly fight the townspeople. When he accidentally injures a rare Night Fury dragon, he chooses compassion over violence and frees it. As he befriends this dragon he begins to question the long-held traditions of his people. Their bond becomes central as an ancient dragon threat looms that could change the Viking-dragon relationship forever. Rated: PG. Runtime: 2hr 5min.
Saturday Movie
JURASSIC WORLD-REBIRTH: Saturday, October 11, at 2 p.m. in the AUDITORIUM. "Jurassic World: Rebirth" takes place years after dinosaurs have reshaped the planet, as humanity struggles to coexist with them. When a dangerous mission brings together a group of strangers on a remote island, they must survive not only the prehistoric creatures but also the secrets left behind by genetic experimentation. Rated: PG-13. Runtime: 2hr 13min.
FLAG FACT FROM THE WG FLAG CORPS : An all-weather, i.e. nylon, flag can be left out in inclement weather. However, no US Flag should be displayed at night unless it has dedicated lighting.
CARDS & GAMES GROUPS
MAHJONG CLASSES RETURN: Mahjong is a game that exercises your brain! We are beginning classes of the American version again at WG. This is a six-week program, and all are invited to attend. Classes will begin on Tuesday, October 28, and continue every Tuesday until December 2. Classes will be from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the CARD ROOM. For more information, contact Patty at 845-709-3400.
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 ALL-PURPOSE 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.
DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the 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.
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 information, call Bert and Katy at 720-413-6627.
CLUBS & GROUPS
POKER: Wednesdays, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the CARD ROOM. Dealer’s choice.
RUMMIKUB: 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the ALLPURPOSE ROOM. Rummikub is a tile-based game for three or four players, combining elements of rummy and dominoes. For more information, call Jeanne at 303-885-3216.
SCRABBLE GROUP: Mondays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the CARD ROOM. Join us for this popular crossword board game! Contact Beth Vaden at 303-875-3422 or par4beth@msn.com with any questions.
AGING WITH ATTITUDE meets every Tuesday, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. Imagine transforming agerelated challenges into a vibrant celebration of wisdom and joy. Together, we can turn these challenges into opportunities to share our wisdom and find joy. Our toolbox is full of easy-to-use tools—like writing, drawing, and laughter — ready to spark creativity, confidence and connection. Join us and rediscover how beautiful and meaningful life can be. 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 Warren at sharalynwarren4@gmail.com.
Original artwork by members is available for viewing and purchase in the display case in CENTERPOINT.
BILLIARDS CLUB meets on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 1 p.m. and Thursdays at 6 p.m. This club 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.
BOOK REVIEW CLUB: WG First Friday Book Club meets monthly, October to 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: Welcome to Fall! We will meet on Monday, October 20, at 9:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. Join us as we:
- Enjoy a special presentation, “Behind the Scenes at Children’s Hospital Colorado”. Our speakers will be Sarah Janelle, MPH, CIC, Infection Preventionist, Department of Epidemiology, and Matt Haemer, MD, MPH, Professor, with research and clinical interests in childhood obesity familycentered treatment. Additionally, we will preview a very special video from Children’s Hospital Colorado.
New volunteer members are always welcome. For more information, contact our chapter president, Patsy Krechel, at wgchvolunteers@ gmail.com or 303-807-0111.
DEMOCRATIC CLUB: The next monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 8, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at CENTERPOINT. Councilman Kevin Flynn will explain his ballot measure to change how council-at-large members are elected,
and council member Sarah Parady, who introduced a competing measure, will also speak. Both will address the Vibrant Denver Bond issue.
All are welcome to join us before the meeting for dinner at El Gran Jardin Restaurant at 5 p.m.
EVENING CREATIVES GROUP:
Join supportive neighbors every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 5 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Show, express, and explore a variety of creative self-expression. Bring your open mind, positive outlook and curiosity. Contact 2024creatives@gmail.com for more information.
FLAG CORPS AT WG: Are you passionate about our nation’s flag? Do you post the flag for your building? This group is for those with an interest in sharing knowledge and learning about the flags of the U.S. and Colorado, and promoting proper respect for, 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 October 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
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make new friends. Ask about the Fun Fridays Golf Group (FFGG) in the golf shop, or call Barbara at 224-622-5984.
HIGH LINE CANAL CLUB will meet next on Friday, October 17, at 11 a.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. The club's goal is to add to members’ enjoyment of the canal through recreational and educational events and to support the nonprofit High Line Canal Conservancy’s efforts to protect and enhance this treasure.
LAPIDARY CLUB meets Friday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. but call first. Rocks, gems, jewelry, bookends, cut/polish and tumble. The lapidary shop is located off the alleyway by the outdoor pool. Drop by and meet others. Questions? Call Larry at 720-256-3359.
MARINE CORPS LEAGUE –WINDSOR/FJC MARINES: Tuesday, October 14, at 7 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Call Don Howell at 720-216-0993 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, October 14, at 7 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Call Suzie Georgopulos at 720-717-5028 for more information. Semper Fidelis.
OPTIMIST CLUB will meet next on Tuesday, October 21, at 11:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT WEST. We will be hosting our annual pancake breakfast on Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. The cost is $10 per person. This can be paid in advance at the Activities Desk or at the door on the day of the event. Proceeds go directly toward Optimist programs to help kids.
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.
POTTERY (HAND-BUILT): A progressive course in hand-built pottery for all levels. We meet on Monday evenings from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the CERAMICS ROOM. The fee for materials is $9 per session, which includes clay, glazes and firing. Instruction and guidance are provided in a fun, relaxed and creative environment.
PRIDE WINDSOR GARDENS: We are an LGBTQ+ group and our allies. If you would like to be added to our email list or want more information, contact Dawn at Drsvamp2@aol.com or call/text 720-9371007
QUILTS OF VALOR: The WG chapter meets on the first Saturday of each month in the SEWING ROOM from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We work on sewing quilts to give to veterans. All sewers are welcome. For more information about the organization or to nominate a veteran to receive a quilt, please visit QOVF.org.
REPUBLICAN /CONSERVATIVE CLUB meets on the third Tuesday of every month. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, October 21, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. For more information about the club, call Kate Flaharty at 720-261-6872.
SINGLE CHRISTIAN WOMEN meet every third Saturday at 3 p.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. For more information, contact Darnell Castleman at 720-955-7558 or darnellcastleman@gmail.com.
SMOKE-FREE WG CLUB meets every third Tuesday of the month from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Interested in living in a smoke-free community? Working together on several fronts, we continue to inform neighbors of the ongoing impact of secondhand smoke on our health, safety and property values. We
are investigating several leads. Your help is always needed!
SPANISH LANGUAGE EXPLORERS GROUP meets on Mondays in the EL GRAN JARDIN BANQUET ROOM, with the beginners meeting from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. and intermediates from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. The beginners' class runs from February to December, and it is highly recommended that you attend fairly regularly. Please bring something to write with and on.
TIME4TAP: Step in time with tap dance. Learn steps, combinations, routines and dances to a variety of music, tempos and styles. Make Time4Tap in the AUDITORIUM on Tuesday mornings. Intermediate/ Advanced class meets from 10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. If you are an early-level tap dancer or have never tapped before, feel free to attend class and follow along. Questions? Call or text Julie Whalen at 303-550-5985 or email jwhalen97@comcast.net.
TORAH DISCUSSION CLUB meets every Thursday from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. We read and discuss the ancient Jewish Bible to better understand its meaning in today's society. Jewish and non-Jewish residents are invited. To join, please contact Nate Khodadad at 720-989-5479.
TRAVEL CLUB: Tuesday, October 28, from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. Presentations by members have included Paris to Peru, Hawaii to Arizona, a river cruise on the Rhine, and RVing around the U.S. Members’ travel adventures, both past and present, are brought to life with pictures, stories, and memorabilia. Stop by for some 'travel talk.' Questions? Contact Coral at 720975-6702 at believecla@gmail.com.
WARM HEARTS WARM BABIES: Would you like to help make blankets and clothing for premature and newborn infants in crisis? Material and yarn will be furnished, or you can use your own stash. We meet on the second Thursday of the month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the SEWING ROOM. Limited seating. Contact Barbara at Ilove2sewbarb@gmail.com to get more information.
WINDSOR COMMUNITY GARDENS CLUB is a volunteer-led
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organic garden club. The community gardens are popular, and even with 79 individual garden plots in two locations, you will most likely be placed on a waitlist to gain a four-year plot assignment. Applications are available in January. More information is on the WG website under the “Welcome” tab. You can also email us at windsorgcggardenclub@ gmail.com.
WINDSOR WALKERS: Walk to music at your own pace every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:15 a.m. in the AUDITORIUM.
WINDSOR WRITERS: Mondays at 9 a.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. Join us for the joy of writing and sharing short pieces weekly on a variety of topics, with members taking turns choosing them. No qualifications are needed, just creative folks who enjoy writing and sharing their observations, ideas, and stories.
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 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
ALL SAINTS DAY SERVICE: Saturday, November 1, at 1 p.m. in CENTERPOINT.
CATHOLIC MASS, FIRST FRIDAY: Mass is held on the first Friday at 9:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT EAST. All are welcome.
CATHOLIC MASS, SUNDAY: Mass is held on Sundays in CENTERPOINT at 1 p.m.
NEW LIFE VISION meets every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Living and learning new thought principles.
WINDSOR GARDENS CHURCH (WGC) invites you to their Sunday morning service from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in CENTERPOINT. They look forward to meeting you. You can also visit their website at www.windsorgardenschurch.org. For the
SUPPORT GROUPS
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.
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP will meet in person on Monday, October 20, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE 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-on-one appointments are also available. 720-263-0429.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
RTD GROCERY TRIPS: Two Thursday trips to King Soopers and Safeway.
Pickups at WG are at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The bus stops at the entrance on Clinton St., continues around to E. Center Ave., S. Alton Way, S. Clinton St., and then exits on E. Center Ave. Bus returns for pickups at King Soopers at 11:15 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.
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Bus returns for pickups at Safeway at 11:20 a.m. and 12:20 p.m. Bus fare is $1.50. Cash and RTD bus passes are accepted.
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FREE LADIES OCTOBER TEA: Friday, October 24, at 1:30 p.m. in CENTERPOINT. “Divine Protection in a Troubled World” presented by WGC. It will be beautiful, refreshing and uplifting! RSVP by Wednesday, October 22, by calling or texting Judy at 720591-9735.
WG GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP meets every Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM. Sharing our stories of loss can be the beginning of healing through grief. Marily Charles, who has run many grief groups, facilitates the group. She brings deep care and gentleness. Contact Marily at marily60@gmail.com or 720-980-3953 if you have any questions or just need to talk.
RTD SHOPPING TRIPS: Weekly Friday trips to Target and Walmart at the Town Center at Aurora.
Pickups at WG are at 9:40 a.m. The bus stops at the main entrance on Clinton St., continues around to E. Center Ave., S. Alton Way, and S. Clinton St., and then exits on E. Center Ave. Bus returns for pickups at Target at 11:30 a.m. and Walmart at 11:45 a.m.
Bus fare is $1.50. Cash and RTD bus passes are accepted.
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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 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, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in CENTERPOINT LOBBY. Drop by and check out the assortment of nuts, dried fruits, snacks, chocolates and much more!
SPECIALTY RECYCLING: The second Wednesday of the month from 5:30 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. in the CENTERPOINT LOBBY. Drop off light bulbs (in an easy-to-carry bag), bread tags, brown prescription bottles and caps, and plastic bottle caps for recycling. All items must be clean and free from dust.
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.
XFINITY EDUCATIONAL TABLE: Wednesday, October 8, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the CENTERPOINT LOBBY. A sales specialist will answer questions about your account or service. Sign up for a 15-minute slot at the Activities Desk.
HEALTH SCREENINGS & SERVICES
EAR CLINIC: Bayer's Mobile Ear Clinic is at WG on Mondays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the ALL-PURPOSE ROOM on the 2nd floor of CenterPoint. The clinic provides hearing tests, hearing aid repairs, batteries and wax management. Reservations are required. Please call 720-937-9919.
WELLNESS
CLINIC WITH VISITING NURSES on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the ASPEN ROOM. Reservations are required at 303-698-6496. Please check in no more than 5 minutes before your appointment. Foot care is $55, which includes a foot
assessment, sensation screening, trimming toenails, callus/corn filing, medication review, and blood pressure check. Fingernail cuts are $15. A blood pressure check is $5. Kaiser patients can call 303-698-6496 before their first visit to see if their plan qualifies them for free foot care.
SERVICES & PRODUCTS PRESENTATIONS
DISCLAIMER: Some listings in the following section are for upcoming informational meetings, workshops, or seminars related to commercial products or services conducted by outside individuals or groups not affiliated with Windsor Gardens. Please be aware that the products or services discussed or offered during such meetings are not endorsed, sponsored or approved by the Windsor Gardens Board of Directors or management of Windsor Gardens Association, nor is your attendance necessarily encouraged. Residents attending such meetings are urged to carefully research the products or services offered before entering into any agreement or contract to purchase. The Windsor Gardens Association assumes no responsibility other than for the rental of meeting facilities.
REVERSE MORTGAGE CLASS with CHARIOT FINANCIAL: Thursday, October 9, at 10 a.m. in the ASPEN ROOM. Come by and meet Zach Smith, owner of Chariot Financial, who has been in the lending business for over 21 years. Learn what a reverse mortgage is and is not. Zach will go over how you can qualify and leave time for a town hall-style Q&A. FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
ELDER LAW AND ESTATE PLANNING with CHERYL TOMANDELATORRE, ESQ.: Tuesday, October 14, at 1 p.m. in CENTERPOINT EAST. This seminar will focus on estate planning, including wills, trusts, living wills and powers of attorney. We will also discuss the probate process and ways to avoid probate. FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
MEDICARE PLAN
INFORMATION with MYPLANHELP. COM: Wednesday, October 15, Thursday,
October 30, and Wednesday, November 12, at 12 pm. in CENTERPOINT EAST. They will also have a table on Mondays, October 20 and 27 and November 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the CENTERPOINT LOBBY. Go over current coverage and upcoming changes to Medicare with MyPlanHelp. They will highlight competitive options for your coverage and serve free coffee and donuts. MyPlanHelp provides free annual updates to Medicare information and one-on-one assistance with your plan coverage and options. FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
RETIREMENT &
MEDICARE
EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP: Tuesday, October 21, at 10 a.m. in the ALLPURPOSE ROOM. Hosted by neighborhood retirement specialist Julie Christensen, NPN#20432659. Donuts and coffee will be served. Come relax, eat and learn something new. We are covering every step of the way. FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
PIE AND TEA WITH HOME INSTEAD: Friday, October 31, at 11 a.m. in CENTERPOINT EAST. Enjoy a slice of pie, a warm cup of tea, and learn more about Home Instead's services to support seniors and their families. Meet our team, ask questions, and connect with neighbors in a welcoming space. FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
ADVANCE PLANNING with FAIRMOUNT: Friday, October 31, from 1 p.m. to 2 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. We offer a one-stop shop. Fairmount is looking to extend a special discount to WG residents. Refreshments will be provided. FREE. Sign up at the Activities Desk.
LOCAL COMMUNITY EVENTS
Events under each venue are listed in chronological order.
BMH-BJ
− HIGH HOLIDAYS: Windsor Gardens residents are invited to celebrate the High Holidays with your BMH-BJ family this year. Join a community of connections, classes, and a warm, welcoming place for you and your family. BMH-BJ is offering a special discount for WG residents. For more information or to get tickets, call Nora at 303-388-4203 and mention that you are from Windsor Gardens. Services will be held at the Sanctuary with a Mechitza. For the full schedule, visit www.bmh-bj.org/ high-holy-days-5786.
CU ANSCHUTZ SYMPOSIUM
− HEAD, SHOULDERS, KNEES, AND TOES: Thursday, October 9, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus in the Elliman Conference Center. This symposium shines a spotlight on the often-overlooked body parts and systems that play a vital role in aging well. Join us for an eye-opening exploration into the hidden mechanics of longevity. Presentation topics include skin, ears, eyes, head, and body. Register at bit.ly/gerisymposium. For questions about registration, contact Jodi Waterhouse, MHA, at jodi.waterhouse@ cuanschutz.edu.
EL JEBEL SHRINE FEZTIVAL OF TREES
− THE STREETS OF SOUTHGLENN: November 20 through 28 (closed Thanksgiving), from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (except Fridays closing at 5 p.m.). Fellow WG residents have invited you to visit with Christmas characters, such as the Grinch, Frosty and Elf, take photos, and wander through a forest of beautifully decorated trees and gifts. Enter a raffle for a chance to win a fully decorated tree and all gifts on or around the tree. Valued at a minimum of $500. Admission $2. Children 12 and under are free. The Streets of Southglenn is located at 6851 S Vine St Suite, Centennial, CO.
DENVER PUBLIC LIBRARY PROGRAMS & EVENTS
− MEMORY CAFE is a fun place to socialize, relax and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers.
Location: Virginia Village Library, Mead Community Room on Tuesdays from from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
x Creative Movement with the Colorado Ballet: Tuesday, October 7. Participants will explore a variety of dance concepts through movement inspired by animals and their unique ways of moving.
x Ageless Grace: Tuesday, October 14. We will improve our brain health with an Ageless Grace workout. The program consists of 21 simple tools based on everyday movements that are natural and organic, focused on the healthy longevity of the brain and body.
x Circle Singing with Roy Willey: Tuesday, October 21. We'll learn and sing along with some beautiful, simple songs from around the world and invent some new songs together! Roy is an encouraging, inviting teacher and song leader. No singing experience required,
x Colorado Chamber Music Society Performance: Tuesday, October 28. Join the Colorado Chamber Music Society for a performance of readily enjoyable masterworks from the Baroque and Classical eras!
− OM AWAY FROM HOME MEDITATION: Tuesday, October 28, from 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Ross-Cherry Creek Branch Library in the Basement Community Room. Come practice introductory meditation with us. Feel free to bring your own pillow or bench, or use one of our chairs. No experience is necessary.
FAIRMOUNT HERITAGE FOUNDATION EVENTS
Fairmount Cemetery is located at 430 South Quebec Street, and Riverside Cemetery is at 5201 Brighton Boulevard. For more details and tickets, visit the foundation's Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/ fairmount-heritage-foundation-33389104035.
− FULL MOON PHOTO SHOOT AT FAIRMOUNT: October 5, 5:30 p.m. Photograph the sunset and the moon rise at Fairmount Cemetery. Catch the monuments and statues utilizing the moonlight or your own artificial light.
− HISTORY MYSTERY AT FAIRMOUNT: October 10 and 11 and October 17 and 18; first tour at 6 p.m. and last tour at 8 p.m.
Our evening begins at the Ivy Chapel and slowly moves through the cemetery in the dark, led only by the flashlights of your tour guide and their trusty assistant. Bring your own if you must, but our way is much MORE interesting!
− FOUL PLAY AND FUNNY BUSINESS AT FAIRMOUNT: November 1, 4 p.m. Join your tour guides for an outside fireside chat as you listen to their stories of the foul play and funny business of Fairmount's residents – stories that have made headlines in the past. There will be some old favorites and some newly discovered tales as well. Please bring your camp chair, maybe a blanket or two. Hot tea, hot chocolate and the makings for s'mores will be available.
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OFFERINGS
The JCC is located at 350 S. Dahlia St., Denver, 303-399-2660. Some events require registration at the JCC website: https://www. jccdenver.org/events/. Please direct questions to Blair Becker at bbecker@jccdenver.com.
− MAHJ PLAY AT THE J: Every Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. in the Wolf Room. Free! Register at the JCC website. This group will not meet on September 23.
− CURRENT EVENTS & SCHMOOZE: Fridays, October 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Mizel Reception Room. Free! No registration is necessary.
− SENIOR BOOK CLUB: "Shadow Trades” by Mitch Stern: Thursday, October 9, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Wolf Room. Free! Register at the JCC website.
SENIOR PLANET TECH TALKS
The Senior Planet Center in Lowry is located at 7585 E Academy Blvd. All classes are FREE, but registration is required by calling 720-328-0875.
− GROUP TECH TALK – APPLE: Monday, October 6, or Monday, October 13. Come to our center for this Q&A session to ask your Apple-related questions.
− GROUP TECH TALK – ANDROID: Wednesday, October 8, or Wednesday, October 15. Come to our center for this Q&A session to ask your Android-related questions.
After Death: Pure Life by Lynn
Cassidy
They told me you had only hours to live. I couldn’t be by your side, so I lit a candle And prayed, meditating into a calm space. Once I felt your presence in my heart, I spoke, Mentally repeating your own words: “You are not the body, you are spirit.” Time to let go.
Awareness slips into the Void. Soul communing with Soul, Water with Water, Light with Light, Peace with Peace.
Like a leaf floating on still water
A small impulse of intent
A whisper of breath on an Ocean of glass— Soul in Silent Being rests, Spirit, like the leaf, fragile outline of Light Inside Infinite Life, Begins moving without thought Into Unbounded Love.
Theme: Today
Days by Sharon Coburn
It’s yesterday’s tomorrow, Tomorrow’s yesterday. But today it’s just today. It brings chances for joy, Potential for grief.
We won’t know until it’s complete. It could be the first day of The rest of your life, Or the last day of What’s left of your life. We will only know
When it becomes yesterday.
The Windsor Writers group meets weekly on Mondays at 9 a.m. in the Aspen Room. Join us for the joy of writing and sharing short pieces weekly on a variety of topics. No qualifications needed, just creative folks who enjoy writing and sharing ideas and stories.
Windsor
Writers Theme: Death and Beyond
Forrest Gump
by Delilah Adams
Remember when Tom Hanks’ Forrest Gump said his mother told him, 'Life is like a box of chocolates; you never know what you’re going to get?' That movie reminded me of my third child, Dierdra (Dee). I wonder if Forrest’s mother had been told by her doctor that babies born with a mental disability will be happier if placed in a mental institution?
When Dee was born on March 29, 1963, the doctor told my husband and me that our daughter had Mongolism. I asked him what that meant. He explained that she had one extra chromosome that caused the condition. We were living in England at the time, and I did not know the mothers here were complaining about the horrible name they had picked for our babies and Dr. Down, after completing more research and receiving hate mail from mothers, changed that name to Down Syndrome. I will be forever grateful to him and those mothers.
My doctor went on to say that children born with that problem would live happier lives in an institution. And her life expectancy was 18 years. That was not an answer I wanted to hear. He asked me what my plans for this child were. I told him I already have two children, and I am taking her home to live with us. He said, “Well, if you do, treat her the same as you treat the others.” I was like all mothers who plan to have a baby, take her/him home and try to give them the life that they deserve.
My son was 5, and my older daughter was 3, and they enjoyed having a younger sibling to teach all the wrong things to. They also taught her how to sit in my make-shift classroom in the kitchen, where I had “taught” all their lives.
When Dee turned five and was ready for school, the doctor at Malmstrom AFB, Montana, told me she would need special education because of her condition. I took her to school and told the teacher what the doctor had said. She told me they did not have special ed there yet, but she was going back to school to get herself qualified to teach special ed and would ask the principal if he would allow her to keep Dee on a trial basis for a few days. He agreed. Before the weekend, she told me she was going to keep Dee all year because she was helping her teach the class. She knew the alphabet, how to use scissors and color inside the lines. She was allowed to attend regular kindergarten but later had special education until she graduated from high school in North Carolina.
She worked in a sheltered workshop after graduation. A teacher had taught her how to make Christmas trees using Reader's Digest and TV Guide magazines. She sold them, and people still have them. When the conflict happened that caused our troops to go to Saudi Arabia, people purchased them and mailed them to their loved ones sitting in the desert. Later, she learned to crochet and make scarves, and people bought them. She was an unlicensed entrepreneur. She was thriving well until she turned 40 and her health started to decline. The doctor said dementia was causing a problem, and she had to start taking medication to slow it down. When she no longer slept at night, I had to place her in assisted living. She died at 60 years, 8 months on November 29, 2023, from complications of pneumonia.
Theme: Today
The Mystery of Today by Dennis Payton Knight
What is today but one heartbeat in eternity?
A single rotation of the earth on its axis? The cuckoo progressions of a cuckoo clock?
There were many yesterdays, And optimistically many tomorrows,
But there is only one today. Does yesterday linger or have you closed the book?
Tomorrow is a story waiting to be written, but first, You need to solve the mystery of today.
C L A S S I F I E D S
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GARAGE REASSIGNMENTS
NOTE: All garage/parking space reassignments (sale or rental) must be done through the association office. Unit owners do not own garage stalls; they are attached to a unit. After association approval, unit owners may transfer or acquire the right to use a garage or parking stall.
UNDERGROUND PARKING SPACE FOR RENT, $125/mo. Or Best Offer. Near exit door by bldg. 84, 580 SCS. Richard 719-396-5554.
WANTED TO BUY: Garage near 610 S Clinton, prefer lot 1, 4, 5. Call 310-9803655.
I AM INTERESTED IN PURCHASING an above-ground garage in parking lot #9. Contact Mary at 720-416-8462.
WANTED TO RENT GARAGE PARKING Lot #6, 7, 8, 9. Prefer 9. John 720-6650063.
HOMES FOR RENT
BELLA VITA SENIOR LIVING: Discover the perfect blend of comfort and community at Bella Vita Senior Living. Our modern apartments offer spacious layouts with washers and dryers in every unit, all utilities included in your low monthly rent, and maintenance-free living in a beautiful, active senior-friendly environment. Experience the Bella Vita difference - call now to schedule your exclusive tour! Limited availability - don’t miss out on your chance to join our vibrant community. 720-575-3943.
GROUND FLOOR PRIVATE ENTRANCE 715 S. Clinton St. 2/bed 1/bath, 840 sq. ft. unit. $1425/mo. Mike 720-297-2824.
2ND FLOOR END UNIT 9150 E. Center Ave. 2/bed 1/bath, with garage unit. $1475/mo. Mike 720-297-2824.
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.
WANTED
I BUY VINTAGE BASEBALL & SPORTS cards and memorabilia Pre 1980. I also buy music albums, LPs and 45 records. Top dollar paid. Call CJ 303-9168143.
SERVICES
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.
SQUEAKY CLEAN WITH JENNA LEIGH: Fast, thorough, and reliable. Call for free consultation 720-978-4470.
WG RESIDENT WITH 30 YEARS caregiver experience. Very reliable, also run errands, good references. Loretta Wright 720-563-7030.
SERVICES continued
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.
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.
FOR ALL YOUR SEWING & ALTERATION needs, custom made and more. Please call Soledad 303-399-5513 (no texts). WG Resident.
WOW! A SECOND GUARDIAN ANGEL. How many people get that chance? I’m here to run your errands, grocery shop, take you to appointments, airport, whatever! I’m punctual, organized and detail oriented. Call your Angel “Tony” 303-507-9196
CONDO PAINTING: Detailed and Professional! Friendly and Reliable. Please call Bob 720-621-7767.
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 720-4224117 or email shearnmotion@gmail.com.
CATLOVER’S CAT CARE Yvonne Refs 303-548-6230.
PLANT CARE: Watering, replanting, cuttings, vacation care for your indoor plants. Richard 719-396-5554.
AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION TO & FROM DIA. WG Resident providing comfortable, reliable travel. Call Mark 720-210-4276.
NOTARY SERVICES – Windsor Gardens residents only. Rick 303-903-0462. 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. References available.
KG ELECTRIC LLC licensed and insured. Specializing in panel upgrades, aluminum wire upgrades, lighting and more 303-519-0717.
DOG SITTING Reliable, responsible, and dog-loving. Your place or mine (in WG). Dogs only. Call or text Anne 303-332-7641.
BE THE FLOWER YOU ARE – Treat yourself weekly with fresh, dazzling blooms from Grandma’s Vase! Just order, water, and enjoy. Call Grandma Marily 720-980-3953 for your floral magic today!
CAREGIVER WITH 3 YRS EXPERIENCE Alembran 720-400-1434.
LOWE’S ON HAVANA – Need new flooring? Free measure/estimate. Call or text Nate 720-218-4491 \ Allison 303-681-7826.
HOMECARE, COOKING, CLEANING: Fana 720-481-9130.
CAREGIVER, CHORES & MORE – I can help as a CNA or in any other way you need. Personal care, cleaning, shopping, organizing, cooking, filing, sewing, laundry, etc. 12+ experience. Dependable, friendly, trustworthy. References provided upon request. Call Lisa 815-342-6444.
HEADLIGHT RESTORATION – Dirty, foggy headlights? I can clean and buff off to look like new $60 Kevin 720-984-2043.
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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, Rounds & Bowman PC
Estate Planning/Admin, Real Estate Over 40 yrs combined legal experience www.dwkpc.net 303-671-7726
AUTOMOTIVE
Grease Monkey – Right Next Door! Full serv oil change, Maint/Repair Automatic Car Wash, Self Wash. 9640 E Alameda 303-343-8200 10% off WG
COMPUTERS
Computer & Electronic Help by Stephen College student, grandpa lives in WG Enjoy helping seniors, plus tutoring Low fee 303-330-2272
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Monthly Team Trivia
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