Help Make Season Bright Sunday, July 05, 2009 | 60.0° Partly Cloudy Spreading holiday cheer is what the Denver Human Services (DHS) Giving Program hopes to bring to over 5,000 developmentally delayed adults, disadvantaged seniors, teenagers, youngsters and families this season. And the program is asking you to consider donating to its program this year. “With the economy the way it is, we are seeing a decrease in donations and a rise in people who need help,” says Chrisanne Wilhelmi, Volunteer Program Manager at Denver Human Services. This year, DHS needs to fill thousands of stockings with age-appropriate items that will be given to clients nominated by DHS caseworkers. The stockings were donated by a community group who personally sewed each stocking. “We have all of these stockings and now need help filling them to spread holiday cheer,” says Wilhelmi. “We see so many families who are struggling to put food on the table and are unable to purchase gifts during the holiday season. We want to bring cheer to these individuals and families and create smiles this season.” If you are interested in helping needy adults, teens or youngsters this season, here is how to help. To make a monetary donation, please make your check payable to “Sara Brown Memorial Fund” with the words “Holiday Giving” in the memo field. Send checks to Denver Human Services, 1200 Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80204. Attn: Chrisanne Wilhelmi If you prefer to donate a new items to our program, we recommend selecting something from this list. You can also contact Chrisanne Wilhelmi or at 720-944-2485  to see what other items might be needed. Donations must be received by Monday, Dec.15, 2008. Adopt a Family Gift Ideas Gifts for Seniors or Developmentally Delayed Adults Portable Radios TV Converter Box Scarves Socks Sugar Free Candy Gifts for Teens MP3 Player Hair Blow Dryer Make-Up Fuzzy Mittens, Scarves or Socks Sports T-Shirts Sport Watch Gifts for Youngsters Stuffed Animals Barbie Dolls Toy Trucks or Sports Cars Adopt-A-Family? Contact Gloria Vasquez or at (720) 944-2931 to learn more. Posted on Thursday, December 04, 2008 Posted by AlanD  Contributed by AlanD Return

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Announcements Independence Day Means Free Parking July 3-5  Denver parking meters will be free from Friday, July 3 through Sunday, July 5, 2009. Denver meters are free on all City-recognized holidays and on Sundays.  Normal meter collections will resume on Monday, July 6. Welcome Revamped Park July 7 - A ceremonial ribbon cutting ceremony of west Denver’s newly remodeled Bear Creek Park, located at the intersection of Sheridan Boulevard and Hampden Avenue. The park has undergone an extensive renovation. Latino Rythms July 18 - The Denver Office of Cultural Affairs presents Latino Rhythms at Lincoln Park, 11th Ave. and Mariposa St. Latino Rhythms highlights Latino music, dance and heritage. This event is free and open to the public. New Public Art Bike Tour July 19 - A new Public Art Tour, via biking, allows citizens and visitors to experience some of Denver’s most architecturally stunning environments, as well as view noteworthy artworks and learn the intimate details of their creation and installation. Film on the Rocks - 10 films over 10 weeks June - Aug  Each week this summer, a classic film and band will appear at Red Rocks Amphitheatre hosted by hilarious comedians. Come out and enjoy the natural Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Tickets are only 10 dollars, parking is free, and the entertainment is top notch! 2009 Movies in the Parks June - Aug.   Free Family Fun under the Stars. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic goodies for a fun-filled night watching a movie in one of Denver’s beautiful urban parks. Building a "Better Denver" The Better Denver Program is a comprehensive effort to invest in the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of city facilities as well as new construction. Residents can follow progress on neighborhood bond projects at the Better Denver website Free Public Art Tours-2009 Guided tours create an opportunity to venture inside venues such as the Ellie Caulkins Opera House and Colorado Convention Center and to view works at Civic Center. Learn the intimate details of their creation and installation.   More Announcements      1 2