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Friday, December 29
BLIZZARD 2006 Part II
Thursday, December 28
Douglas County Cultural Council wants feedback!
The Douglas County Cultural Council is looking for feedback regarding public art in Douglas County.
Please send your answer to the following question to ksmith@douglas.co.us. or fax it to 303.688.1293. We look forward to your feedback.
What type of public art would you like to see in the County
(please check all that apply):
_____ Public art that incorporates a theme that ties the County together.
_____ Any type of public art (no theme needed).
_____ I do not think the County needs public art atall.
Free Womens Self Defense
The Parker Recreation Center is hosting a free women’s self defense clinic on Tuesday, Jan. 23 from 6 to 7 p.m.
The class will be taught by Porter Freeman, Director of EAS Body-for-LIFE Challenge. Porter has over 25 years of martial arts experience in several styles and holds a 3rd degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do. He is a licensed referee, instructor and examiner in Tae Kwon Do. Freeman also serves as a Reserve Deputy Sheriff in Colorado and teaches Nutrition and Officer Survival in the Jefferson County Law Enforcement Academy.
This free, one-hour course is geared for women of all ages. Freeman will discuss the importance of personal awareness and talk about several situations where women need to be cautious. The primary intent is to teach avoidance in situations where women typically become vulnerable. Freeman will lead the class in a warm up segment, a basic stance, punch and kick segment, and role playing. There will not be any contact. Women should wear comfortable clothes and athletic shoes.Parker Recreation and Porter Freeman are offering this class free of charge, but pre-registration is requested. To sign up for this class, please stop by the front desk of the Parker Recreation Center or call 303.841.4500. This class is open to women age 15 and older.
Tuesday, December 26
Parker Colorado Survives the Blizzard of 2006
Monday, December 11
Art Show sponsored by the Parker Artists Guild Jan 8-15, 2007
Where: Parker Mainstreet Center, 19450 E. Mainstreet, across from Parker Station.
Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
When: This event takes place on 1/10/2007.
Friday, December 1
Do YOU have YOUR piece of the Parker Chamber Picture Puzzle?
As you are out doing your holiday shopping, you can collect pieces of the 2006 Parker Chamber Christmas Puzzle. Collect all 16 pieces, and you will have a
beautiful image, suitable for framing, of one of Parker's most recognizeable landmarks at the holidays: the gazebo in O'Brien Park.
How do you obtain puzzle pieces? Below is a listing of the Parker Chamber of Commerce member businesses that have a piece of the puzzle. You may also recognize participating members by the poster in their windows, as well as their puzzle samples in their place of business. All you have to do is visit one of the participating members and ask for your piece of the puzzle. You will also receive a flyer listing the participating members and the puzzle piece that each have.
Once you have collected 15 of the 16 pieces, you will come into the Parker Chamber of Commerce office at 19751 E. Mainstreet, R12 (Parker Station building) to collect your 16th and final piece of the puzzle. In addition, when you show us your completed puzzle, you will receive a collectible, limited edition, fine porcelain ornament. There is a rendering of what the ornament will look like above.
Get started right away! The promotion begins November 20 and continues through December 20, subject to availability of puzzle pieces. The number of puzzle pieces are limited, so be sure to visit the following Chamber members early to get your
piece of the puzzle!
Current 2006 Parker Chamber Christmas Puzzle participants:
Bellco Credit Union
Car Connections
Carlson Wagonlit Travel
Celebrations
Colonial Bank/Bank of Choice
Colorado Liquor
DVD Reflections
Edward Jones -- Steve Payne
English Tealeaves
Guaranty Bank & Trust/Parker Branch
Heidi's Brooklyn Deli
Help-U-Sell Parker Real Estate
Jordan Wine & Spirits
Knockouts Haircuts for Men
Learning Rx
Lifestyle Kitchen and Bath Center
May Jackson Hendrick LLC
Me Me Me Salon
Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio
Metro Carpet and Flooring
Mile High Karate
National City Mortgage
Current 2006 Puzzle Sponsors are as follows:
Advanced Auto Parts
Bellco Credit Union
Carlson Wagonlit Travel
Colonial Bank/Bank of Choice
Edward Jones Investments--Steve Payne
Jordan Wine & Spirits
Life Style Kitchen and Bath Center
Me Me Me Salon
National City Mortgage
O'EM Saab Repair
Parker Academy of Martial Arts
Parker Adventist Hospital Gift Shop
Parker Chamber of Commerce
Parker Collision Repair, Inc.
Parker Economic Development Council
Parker Pilates
Parker Station Professional Office Building
Parker Public Library
Pinetree Jewelers
Prudential Peak Properties
Purr Y Paws
SGO Decorative Glass
Soft Touch Dental
Spradlin Printing
State Farm Insurance/Dan Farland
Sweet Lorraine's Fine Catering & Deli
TCF Bank
The Warhorse Inn
The Wildlife Experience Museum
Toll Brothers-The Estates at Pine Bluffs
United Country Real Estate
Parker Chamber of Commerce
Parker Public Library
Parker Pilates
Parker Economic Development Council
Spradlin Printing
Starry Night Cinema
State Farm/Dan Farland
TQ Photography
Wells Fargo
December 16, Mainstreet Mural Dedication
12/16/2006 4:00 PM
Parker Mainstreet Center, 19650 E. Mainstreet
Please join us for the dedication of the Mainstreet Center Mural. Attendees will enjoy the dedication and light refreshment to honor all of the children who helped paint the mural. For more information, please call 303.805.7728.
New Years Eve Packages
Hilton Garden Inn Denver South
and the Mardi Gras Casino Blackhawk
and experience a unique getaway!
$149 DOUBLE OCCUPANCY
Your exclusive package includes the following:
· Overnight deluxe accommodations at the Hilton Garden Inn
· Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and drinks upon arrival
· Complimentary charter bus transportation to/from Mardi Gras Casino, Blackhawk, CO
· Complimentary buy ins & discounts on food/merchandise
· Complimentary cocktails while gambling
· Complimentary Full Cook-to-Order Breakfast Buffet New Years Day
· Book nine packages and get your tenth free!
Packages will fill up fast,
MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS TODAY!
Call 303-824-1550
Hilton Garden Inn Denver South/Meridian
9290 S. Meridian Blvd. Englewood , CO 80112
Phone: 303-824-1550
Fax: 303-706-1118
Email: dends-salesadm@hilton.com
www.denversouth.stayhgi.com