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Littleton
Nov. 25
Tate Music Group Artist Karyn Jarrell Performance will be from
7-9 p.m. Nov. 25 at Solid Grounds, 6504 S. Broadway, Littleton.
Jarrell will be performing songs from her album, Newsprint.
Nov. 30
Science Café, which will feature author Michael W. Carroll, will
be from 4:30-6 p.m. Nov. 30 in room M1950 at the Arapahoe Community
College Littleton Campus. Carroll will speak about weather on other
planets and moons. The Science Café, which is presented by the ACC
Biology Department, is free and open to the community. Free food
will be available for the event, which is limited to 30
participants. To RSVP, contact Celia Norman at
celia.norman@arapahoe.edu or 303-797-5851.
Nov. 26
Expert crafter Pat Vick will present two identical workshops on
creating a miniature holiday window scene from 10 a.m. to noon and
2-4 p.m. Nov. 26 at Bemis Public Library. These classes are open to
adults and children age eight and older who are accompanied by an
adult. Participants must bring $2.50 for materials. Wear an apron
or “crafty clothes.”Since space is limited, call the library at
303-795-3961 to register for one of the workshops. Bemis Public
Library is at 6014 S. Datura Street in Littleton.
Dec. 3
Breakfast with Santa is Dec. 3 at Arapahoe Community Colleg.
Breakfast begins at 8 a.m. in the Littleton Campus cafeteria.
Tickets must be purchased ahead of time at the Student Affairs
Office and cost $2. The event is limited to 200 guests, and
children ages 2 or younger are admitted for free. ACC’s Littleton
Campus is located at 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive. For information or
accommodations, call 303-797-5668 or stop by the Student Affairs
Office in Room M2820.
Dec. 3
Santa Claus will dine with members of the community Dec. 3 at
Buck Recreation Center. Breakfast with Santa, an annual favorite,
is sponsored by Littleton Rotary Club. Two seatings will be
available: 8:30-9 a.m. and 9:30-10 a.m. Pancakes, sausage, juice
and coffee will be served. Throughout the morning, Santa will pose
for photos with children. Youngsters will also have an opportunity
to make a holiday craft. Cost of the event is $5/$4 Resident; $2
for children under 10 years of age. Seating is limited, and
registration is required. Register online at www.sspr.org or call
303-347-5999. Buck Recreation Center is at 2004 W. Powers Ave.,
Littleton.
Dec. 3
Family Caregiver Support Group at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic
Church in Littleton will meet from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Dec. 3 at St.
Frances Cabrini Catholic Chuch, 6673 West Chatfield Ave.,
Littleton.
Dec. 3
Smithtonians Handbell Ensemble Holiday Concert is at 2 p.m. Dec.
3 at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Come and
enjoy a lively and entertaining Christmas program consisting of
many secular and sacred favorites. The Smithtonians Handbell
Ensemble is a community handbell choir, performing in venues all
around the Denver metropolitan area.
Dec. 3, 4
Littleton Youth Ballet and Littleton Dance Academy perform “The
Nutcracker” at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 3 and 2 p.m. Dec. 4 at The
Theater at Colorado Heights University, 3001 S. Federal Blvd.,
Denver. For tickets, contact Littleton Dance Academy at
303-794-6694. Tickets range from $14 to $21 for advance sales. All
tickets are $2 more at the door.
Dec. 9
The merry musicians of the Littleton Symphony promise a
delightful program of cherished seasonal favorites along with some
musical surprises at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9 at Littleton United Methodist
Church, 5894 S. Datura St., Littleton.
Dec. 10
Denver Nuggets Basketball Skills Challenge for boys and girls
ages 7-14 will take place Dec. 10 at South Suburban’s Buck
Recreation Center. The challenge includes dribbling, passing and
shooting. The event is free, and participants must bring a copy of
their birth certificate for age verification. The top boy and girl
in each age group will advance to a sectional competition and have
the opportunity to attend a statewide event at the Pepsi Center.
Call 303-798-7515. Buck Recreation Center at 2004 W. Powers Ave. in
Littleton.
Dec. 10
Nature. Come join the fun, learn about nature and watch
Roxborough State Park change with the season. Park naturalists will
lead you on a journey of discovery through our guided hikes and
activities. Programs are free, however, please remember that all
vehicles entering the park must purchase a $7 daily pass or display
a $70 annual pass. Unless otherwise indicated, programs require
reservations. For program information and reservations call the
park at 303-973-3959. Holiday Gift Sale will be at 10 a.m. Dec.
10.
Dec. 10
Nature. Come join the fun, learn about nature and watch
Roxborough State Park change with the season. Park naturalists will
lead you on a journey of discovery through our guided hikes and
activities. Programs are free, however, please remember that all
vehicles entering the park must purchase a $7 daily pass or display
a $70 annual pass. Unless otherwise indicated, programs require
reservations. For program information and reservations call the
park at 303-973-3959. Author book signing will be at 10 a.m. Dec.
10.
Dec. 11
Columbine Ladies annual Holiday Potluck Dinner will be from 4-7
p.m. Dec. 11 at Riverwalk Clubhouse, 2751 W. Riverwalk Circle in
Littleton. Members and perspective members welcome. Limited
seating. Call Betty Johnston at 303-792-8646 to RSVP. Please bring
an unwrapped children’s gift to donate to The Bridgeway Home.
Dec. 13
Public Hearings. Last week, Arapahoe County hosted two open
houses to gather public feedback on proposed draft regulations on
oil and gas exploration within Arapahoe County. Starting in late
November, Arapahoe County will host two public hearings where the
planning commission and the board of county commissioners will
review the draft regulations and proposed changes based on the
feedback from the community. These meetings are open to the public
at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 29 at Lima Plaza, Arapahoe Room, 6954 S. Lima
St., Centennial; 9:30 a.m. Dec. 13 at the East Hearing Room, 5334
S. Prince St., Littleton.
Dec. 14
Join Active Minds for The History of Denver from 3-4 p.m. Dec.
14 at RiverPointe, 5225 S. Prince St., Littleton. Come learn the
stories of the Mile High City. You will learn how our city was
founded and the roles played by James Denver, Robert Speer, Ben
Stapleton, and others. We will cover the booms and the busts and
the story of why the 1976 Winter Olympics were not held here. Bring
your favorite Denver trivia to share. Free. RSVP to RiverPointe at
303-797-0600.
Dec. 17
Holiday Market. When it comes to last minute holiday shopping,
why fight the crowds at the malls when you can shop the Young
Entrepreneurs’ Holiday Market at The Crazy Merchant, Inc. Drop by
from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 17. The Crazy Merchant, Inc., the
impeccable gift, jewelry and beading store will be having a holiday
market featuring vendors between the ages of 8-18 years old who
will be selling their handmade crafts, baked goods and
inventions.
Dec. 17
Christmas Bird Count and Holiday Party will be from 7 a.m. to 2
p.m. Dec. 17 at the Audubon Center at Chatfield, 11280 Waterton
Road, Littleton. All ages and experience levels welcome.
