Community Announcements
Art in the Park
Active seniors of the Hiawatha Davis Recreation Center Art Club will present their pastel drawings for viewing and sale on June 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Skyland Park at Ivy Street between 33rd and 35th Avenues. Ranging in age from 63 to 90, club members’ employment backgrounds include flight attendant, nurse and the practices of architectures and law. For some, art has been a life-long pursuit. Others discovered their hidden talent by participation in the HDRC club. Prices start at $15.
Free Compost Classes
Emerald green lawns, huge colorful flowers and gardens with bright colors, nourishing herbs and fresh veggies are the dream of every gardener. To make it happen in the most natural way possible, fertilizing with compost is the way to go. To learn how to make your own homemade compost, take advantage of the free course offered by Denver Recycles and Denver Urban Gardens. It’s a one-session class and multiple dates are scheduled all summer long. Classes take place at the Denver Compost Demonstration Site in the Gove Community Garden at 14th and Colorado Boulevard. Check available dates and register at dug.org/compost, or call 303-292-9900.
Venture Prep Open House
Venture Prep High School invites interested students and families to hear more about our successful college-prep program. An open house is scheduled Tuesday, June 9, from 6 to 7 p.m. at 2540 Holly St. Learn how Venture achieves 100 percent college acceptance and determine whether the school is a right fit for your student. More info at ventureprep.org or call 303-893-0805.
Turkey Past and Present
Emerging from World War I as a shrunken version of the Ottoman Empire, Turkey plays a pivotal role in the world. On Thursday, June 11, join Active Minds to explore Turkey’s past and current challenges, including its struggles with its Kurdish minority and its role in the rise of the terrorist organization calling itself ISIS. The lecture is from 2015, 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. at the Sam Gary Library, 2961 Roslyn St. Cost is free, no RSVP required.
History of South Africa
Join Active Minds on Saturday, June 13 as we explore the history of South Africa, its struggle with Apartheid, Nelson Mandela’s legacy, and the country’s journey to rejoin the international community since Apartheid’s end in 1994. The lecture will be from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Pauline Robinson Library, 5575 E 33rd Ave. No cost, and RSVP not required.
Capitol Hill People’s Fair June 6 & 7
The 44th anniversary of the Capitol Hill People’s Fair is June 6 and 7 downtown at Civic Center Park. Free crafts and activities from KOSI 101, the Girl Scouts, Renaissance Adventures, West Denver Just for Kix, Never Summer Industries, CB Youth Sports and others will highlight the central Kids and Family area. Have an adventure on the climbing wall, jump on the Bungee trampolines, bounce in the bounce houses and enjoy the popular eco-friendly bubble tower.