Events at the Thorton Adult Center

Check Out These Fun Upcoming Activities

PAINT A LAKESIDE LANDSCAPE | AGES 18+ #236271-B Fees:$20R/$24NR
Thursday, Aug 25, from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Active Adult Center.
Using acrylic paint like water colors, we’ll create a lakeside landscape
using the colors of your choice. Easy beginner painter class with great
results. Wear old clothes.

VEGAN INDIAN COOKING CLASS | Ages 18+ #236827-A Fees: $36R/$38NR
Wednesday, Aug 24, from 6-8 p.m. Active Adult Center.
Let’s create a beautiful Vegan meal and enjoy it after class. Menu includes
Spinach Pakora: fritters made with spinach and chickpea flour; Chapati:
flat bread made with whole wheat flour; Chana Masala: garbanzo beans
simmered in a mild spicy curry; Rava Kesari: cream of wheat pudding
garnished with nuts.

HEARTY SOUPS | Ages 18+ #236819-A Fees: 32R/$34NR
Wednesday, Aug 31, 6-8 p.m. Active Adult Center.
As we near the fall season in this class, we will learn how to make
flavorful soups from scratch that are healthy and delicious. Join us to
learn a few basic knife skills while chopping vegetables and how to make
your own stock from scratch.

Thornton Active Adult Center
11181 Colorado Blvd.
Thornton, CO 80233
Phone #:303-255-7850

Free Webinar

Dementia Conversations

Tough conversations: driving, doctor visits and Alzheimer’s ~

When family members suspect a loved one may be facing Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, among the toughest conversations to have with them is the need to visit the doctor for a diagnosis. Soon after that comes the equally challenging talk about driving – and when to stop.

The Alzheimer’s Association will offer a special webinar, Dementia Conversations, on Monday, Sept. 12, to help families navigate some of the difficult steps in the very earliest stages of dementia. This is one of a series of free webinars offered virtually in the coming months.

The full schedule for free Alzheimer’s Association webinars for August and September includes:

• Living with Alzheimer’s: For People with Early-Stage Alzheimer’s and Care Partners (In the early stage of Alzheimer’s disease, families face new questions as they adjust. What does the diagnosis mean? What kinds of plans need to be made? What resources are available to help? Hear from those directly affected and learn what you can do to cope with the changes that come with an early-stage diagnosis. This is a three-part series. Available in Spanish.) – 3:30 to 5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8; Wednesday, Aug. 10; and Monday, Aug. 15.

• Living with Alzheimer’s: For Middle-Stage Caregivers (In the middle stage of Alzheimer’s disease, those who were care partners now become hands-on caregivers. Join us and hear caregivers and professionals discuss helpful strategies to provide safe, effective, and comfortable care in the middle stage of Alzheimer’s disease. This is a three-part series. Available in Spanish.) – 3:30 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17; Monday, Aug. 22; and Wednesday, Aug. 24.

• Living with Alzheimer’s: For Late-Stage Caregivers (In the late stage of Alzheimer’s disease, caregiving typically involves new ways of connecting and interacting with the person with the disease. Join us and hear from caregivers and professionals about resources, monitoring care and providing meaningful connection for the person with late-stage Alzheimer’s and their families. Available in Spanish.) – 3:30 to 5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 29.

• Living with Younger Onset Alzheimer’s (When someone under 65 is diagnosed with younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia, the first reaction is often shock or denial. This doesn’t happen to someone so young … does it? What does the diagnosis mean? What kinds of plans need to be made? What about work? What resources are available? Hear from those directly affected and learn what you need to know, what you need to plan for, and what you can do to ease the impact of the disease.) – 10 a.m. to noon Friday, Sept. 9.

  • Support groups (There are support groups designed specifically for caregivers for those living with younger-onset Alzheimer’s.

    • Virtual group: meets at 6 p.m. via Zoom on the second Wednesday of the month. Call the Helpline (800-272-3900) to register.

    • In-person: meets at 6 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month at the Family Fun Plex, 1501 65th Ave., Greeley, CO.

    • Adult children: meets at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom on the second Wednesday of the month. Call the Helpline (800-272-3900) to register.

• Dementia Conversations – Driving, Doctor Visits, Legal & Financial Planning (When someone is showing signs of dementia, it’s time to talk. Often, conversations with family about changing behaviors can be challenging and uncomfortable. This program provides tips for breaking the ice with your family so you can address some of the most common issues that are difficult to discuss: going to the doctor for a diagnosis or medical treatment, deciding when to stop driving, and making legal and financial plans for future care.) – 10 to 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 12.

• Effective Communication Strategies (This workshop teaches caregivers to decode verbal and behavioral communication from someone with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Develop strategies for having meaningful connections with people in differing stages of dementia.) – 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14.

• Understanding & Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors – (Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. However, some behaviors can present real challenges for caregivers to manage. Join us to learn to decode behavioral messages, identify common behavior triggers, and learn strategies to help intervene with some of the most common behavioral challenges of Alzheimer’s disease.) – 10 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 19.

• Caregiver’s Guide to Managing Money (If you or someone you know is facing Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another chronic illness, it’s never too early to put financial plans in place. Join us for Managing Money. This free Alzheimer’s Association education program will feature tips for managing someone else’s finances, how to prepare for future care costs and the benefits of early planning.) – 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21.

Like all programs and services of the Alzheimer’s Association, the webinars are offered at no charge, but registration is required. To register, call the free Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900. To learn more about Alzheimer’s Association programs and services, go to www.alz.org.

Best of the Best 2022!

Ballots are tallied and Maintain Me was voted Best of 2022 for Senior Services. 

Voting was March 1st-April 15th by your local community. 

Colorado Community Media's (Arvada Press, Golden & Jeffco Transcripts, Westminster Window, Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel, etc.) annual magazine publishes June 30th to over 315,000 homes. 

For the full Best of the Best Magazine click the button below...

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Multigenerational Housing Forum

For the past year, The Society has been studying multi-generational family housing.  The purpose of this study has been to identify ways to help multi-generational families access services and programs to which they are entitled.

The areas that we studied include:  rental housing, access to government benefits, filing income taxes, claiming dependents in your place of work, caregiving, family relationships, and COVID-19. 

We will be sharing the findings of our study as well as resources for families who live in multi-generational housing, virtually on August 18 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am via zoom.

To register for the Community Forum click on the button below.

CoPRA Event

Maintain Me hopes to see you there!

Open Arms Assisted Living and Laguna Home Staging Co.

A True Community...

Desiree has two businesses, when she is not working with Maintain Me as a Transition Coordinator, she is staging houses for Laguna Home Staging Co.

Morgan and Desiree have known each other for many years prior to working together at Maintain Me, and when Morgan is not working with Maintain Me, she is on the board for Open Arms Assisted Living.

This is where Morgan saw a need in their community. Morgan reached out  to Desiree asking if Laguna Home Staging Co had any furniture they were able to donate as Open Arms was in need of a couple things. Between Morgan and Desiree, they were both able to furnish two rooms at Open Arms Assisted Living! 
 

This is what true community collaboration looks like!  

South Platte River Community Open House

South Platte Renew is hosting a Community Open House event for the public on August 10 from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm. The free event features educational stations, plant tours, demonstrations, children’s activities, touch-a-truck stations, prizes, food, and more. Special guests include the Carson Nature Center’s River Table, The Greenway Foundation’s South Platte River Environmental Education (SPREE) group, and other water and environmental groups.

Community members will learn about the natural resource renewal of water, gas, and biosolids and how to become stewards of the South Platte River and protect Colorado’s resources and environment.

What:  South Platte Renew’s Annual Community Open House

When:  Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Time:  3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Where:  2900 S. Platte River Drive, Englewood, CO 80110
          (Off of Santa Fe Dr. and Dartmouth)

Why:  South Platte Renew (SPR) is passionate about renewing natural resources for Colorado’s future. Renewed water is returned to the South Platte River watershed to support thriving aquatic and riparian ecosystems, recreation, and downstream agriculture, drinking water, and storage.  The annual  Community Open House is a fair-like event providing communities in Englewood, Littleton, and 19 connecting districts with educational opportunities, children’s activities, food, and fun to celebrate natural resource renewal and the environmental stewardship of water and the South Platte River.

Colorado Gerontological Society Meeting

Looking to become a local Denver advocate? CGS has been working hard to promote and support our Denver Summit Housing Coalition. The purpose of the Coalition is to work with policy makers in the City and County of Denver to increase the inclusion of aging in the city's current and on-going housing planning. The Coalition creates and dives deep into conversations surrounding: reviewing current affordable housing policies; including incentives for developers to increase housing units for fixed-income older adults, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and advocates for prioritization of fixed-income older adult renters/homeowners.

Our next meeting date/time: August 4th, 2:00-3:00PM.

This week, we will discuss:

1. Continue to discuss Denver's Prioritization Policy advocacy efforts and letter campaign
a. Evaluate the data/research for supporting evidence
b. Discuss upcoming meetings with Denver City Council members
2. As a coalition: Weigh in on DOLA’s Annual Action Plan (specifically for the HOME-ARP grant program)
a. Public comments will be accepted through August 10th
b. Develop a Coalition statement to be submitted


Please register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcoduqhrzktHNUlAgeUQpXNd5wRx2sRnWZv

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Questions?
Please email: madisen.frederick@senioranswers.org

Customer Review

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Free Adult Day Program

Hello,
My name is Jennifer Kucera , Program Director – Senior Hub Adult Day Program.  I am reaching out to let you know about a grant funded Adult Day Service program in Federal Heights operated by the Senior Hub , I would love to talk with you about placement and eligibility for any clients and caregivers that have this need.

We provide the following :

• Grant funded – based on eligibility

• Full program day from 8am – 5pm

• Meals and snacks onsite

• Activities ( brain games, music , exercise, crafts, and outings etc.)

• All participants MUST be vaccinated to attend

 
Please contact me , so That I may share more about the program and provide an intake packet.
Jennifer Kucera

Intentional Aging

Bucket List Community Cafe featured Morgan!

My name is Morgan Jenkins and I want to introduce you to “Naomi” (not her real name/not her real photos.) “Naomi” is younger than most of my clients at Maintain-Me, which helps older adults make confident decisions in the aging process. She is sharp, independent, intelligent and a planner, among other admirable qualities. 

We came to know one another through her physical therapist, who she had been seeing for some time due to a “Parkinsons-like” syndrome. Her situation is particularly frustrating because there is no definitive diagnosis, there is no certain treatment, and there are no projections for the disease course. Can you imagine?  It takes a strong person to stare this is the face, manage the challenges that come with the syndrome and still have the gusto to work, volunteer, and be active in her Jewish Community. 

“Naomi” reached out because she wanted me to assess her living situation and have recommendations on ways she might improve the environment to be more adaptable for her mobility. This service falls under Maintain Me’s Consulting Program. For a reasonable one-time fee, we spend about two hours with our clients assessing their current situation and making recommendations based on our extensive professional experience. We look for ways to find more support, engagement, or care should it be needed, and we help identify the need if it is not realized. These are not easy conversations, however, avoiding them makes the situation worse! We must plan for our lives after the age of 65 or “retirement”. We are living easily into our 80’s now, and one must know what they would like that to look like and make a plan for it. That plan must also include saving money to live off of well beyond “retirement”. 

My first visit with “Naomi” was in March 2021. We had all been through a full year of COVID suffering, isolation and the unknown. I remember it well because I had only recently started going back into client’s homes after doing virtual assessments. I was nervous, not for myself, but for my clients who were high risk or fearful themselves. I remember asking her if she wanted me to come in person, and she replied with an emphatic YES! We both craved social interaction. 

I was instantly fond of her. The apartment was thoughtfully adorned with interesting art. My favorite piece was strips of raw fabric in brilliant colors that had been laid vertically, still on the bolt, transformed into art. It was her idea that she had commissioned. Creative and stylish! It took us a couple minutes to relax and settle into our meeting, and once we did the rest just flowed. 

We moved through her apartment, I suggested grab-bars in the bathroom and then inquired how she was able to exit the apartment. (I was curious because it was no easy task to get up there to meet her!) Having no front door to the building per se, all residents went in and out through a secure garage. Seems good in theory, but in order to do things like pick up to-go food or go to the work out room in the adjacent building, she had to drive her car because walking that distance was far too taxing. Especially in poor weather, to me, this seemed like a hazard and completely inconvenient! This building design did not have older adults in mind or anyone with mobility limitations. 

“Naomi” realized I had her best interests in mind and we dug right in. She has a syndrome that is progressively worse, and taking into consideration the hoops she must jump through to access the outside, plus the isolation she was feeling, I suggested Independent Living or a “55+” community. The benefits were obvious to her: security, social life, restaurant dining for the days she was tired from work and didn’t feel like cooking. However, thinking about moving was overwhelming. With that, we wrapped up our meeting with a summary, places to purchase grab bars, and how to connect with her building managers to be sure they were installed appropriately. But something else happened that day. “Naomi” now had a “friend in the business” so-to-speak. She had someone she connected with, that she felt comfortable having “these” conversations with. 

“Naomi” is like the over 15.2 million people aged 55 and older that are childless, one in six older adults, in the United States. This statistic calls into question what other arrangements one must make for their care if they don’t have a child to provide it. Now, Naomi, like me, does not have children. Nor would either of us assume that just because we had children, they would be obligated to provide that care. No, Naomi knew her arrangements were on her to decide and facilitate, and she decided to take action. 

We took the next steps into Maintain Me’s offerings with our Transition Program. This is where we help the individual with the exploratory process of finding the right community. We make tour arrangements, focusing on communities that are value based, with good reputations based on experience. Next we go hand in hand on the journey of finding the “right place”, educating our clients to become informed consumers. The fees associated with the Transition Program are paid by the community that the client ultimately chooses. There is no fee charged to the client for this service. 

A month after our initial meeting, we decided to take our first tour together. One tour was quickly six, and of those six places, we saw two of them multiple times! That is 12 tours over 15 months. I will add that she had a “wish list” of non-negotiables. Honestly, that was over 15 items long. Let me name a few and see if you can relate, because I sure could. Here are examples: Washer and dryer in the unit, full kitchen with a stove, covered parking, outside private deck or patio, a den or other similar space because she was still working, an exercise room, robust community engagement, and the list goes on. Really though, are these not all things you and I would want too? You can see from what I have shared, “Naomi” had put an incredible amount of thought into her decision, and my greatest joy was to support her on her journey. No matter what that meant, we were going to find her the place she felt excited about. The place that made her want to run home and pack her things and get settled. 

I think the difference between this success story and others is the number of times we visited her top communities. I was there with her for each one, taking notes, asking probing questions based on previous visits, and helping “Naomi” set up visits with current residents and staff to hear their perspectives as well. It is imperative to have a well rounded view, not just the one from the sales person.

We had lunch on various tours, and we got to know one another. Her sister came out and we all toured together, and this helped “Naomi” finally decide.  I was the person providing the information, “Naomi” had to choose her favorite based on factual and concrete information, and the feeling she got when she was at the community. You really do “just have a feeling” in this. 

I am so pleased to report that “Naomi” has settled into her amazing new two bedroom apartment. She said it went so smoothly, and she is quite pleased. She is enjoying the feeling of having control over her own life, and making a thoughtful decision about her own future. I am thrilled to have been able to join her on her journey. I can’t wait to go visit her in her new community! 

Medicaid Funded Modifications

Q3 Medicaid Funded Home Mods

Join our Medicaid specialty team for another exclusive virtual education about home modifications covered by Medicaid. You will see the latest Medicaid-approved projects so you can make the best recommendations for your clients. With your clinical skills and our construction skills, we become the "Home Team' so our Medicaid clients can live with independence and safety at home!

2nd Tuesday of every month topics:
July 12th - Behavioral Health
August 9th - Accessible Bathrooms
September 13th - Equipment

Time: 12pm-1pm

Assisted Living for Young Adults

There are many reasons individuals need to transition/move into an assisted living. Some reasons you are probably unaware of especially when someone is younger. Many people think Assisted Living is only for those 65 plus but in this video we pull in expert Desiree to talk to us about those younger adults who also need help and what options exist for them!

Arkins Promenade

Denver Mayor Michael Hancock celebrated the completion of Arkins Promenade along the South Platte River on Friday morning.

The project saw Denver Parks and Recreation transform Arkins Court, an industrial backroad that ran along the river from 35th to 38th Avenue, into Arkins Promenade. The promenade is part of a mile-long riverfront pedestrian corridor that will run between 29th and 38th streets.

Creating open space for recreation and leisure, the promenade offers visual and physical access to natural resources and trails along the river, Denver Parks and Recreation said.

In the form of a linear park, the space includes walking and bicycle access, river theater, gathering and play areas, an elevated walkway along the river, public art, and overlooks with seating areas. 

The city's parks and recreation landscaped the space with shade trees, native grasses, and planters to filter stormwater management that improves the water quality in the South Platte River.

Hancock joined city officials, project partners and members of the community at the site.

“Arkins Promenade will be a transformative investment for the community and all Denver, revitalizing what was once industrial space into a premiere outdoor destination that will foster healthy lifestyles and ensure the surrounding communities continue to thrive,” Hancock said.

Arkins Promenade serves many purposes, Denver Parks and Recreation said. It provides access to two of Denver’s newest parks, Globeville Landing and the newly constructed park at 35th Street and Arkins Court. It creates a connection between the Five Points neighborhood and other surrounding communities like Globeville, Elyria-Swansea, and the South Platte River Trail. 

“Arkins Promenade provides a place for leisure, outdoor recreation, connection to the river and a flexible festival space,” Happy Haynes, executive director of Denver Parks and Rec, said. “Thanks to the voter-approved Elevate Denver Bond Program, Denver Parks and Recreation is fulfilling its mission to enhance the health of Denver residents and the environment by creating safe, beautiful, and sustainable places.”

The Elevate Denver Bond and Denver Parks and Recreation Capitol Improvement funded the project, which voters approved in November 2017 with the General Obligation Bond. 

This allocated $5 million for the Arkins Promenade project. Denver Parks & Rec Capital Improvement Fund provided an additional half million to round out the project.

New Arkins Promenade green space opens in Denver | 9news.com

Stay Safe and Have Fun in the Sun

Staying Safe When It's Too Darn Hot Prolonged exposure to excessive heat in summer months can be dangerous—especially for older adults. People with chronic medical conditions are at high risk for developing heat-related illnesses because of aging-related physical changes in the body and even the effects of taking some medications. Stay cool with our summer safety tips.

Take Care When Traveling

Careful planning is important for all travelers to ensure their health and safety. However, older people have a few extra concerns. Whether you are traveling overseas or just a short distance from home, it is important to plan ahead for your healthcare needs. Learn from our experts on what steps you can take to travel safely this summer.

Making Use of Good Walking Weather

Warmer summer weather gives us the opportunity to get outside more often, and walking is a great way to take advantage of your outdoor time. Short, daily walks can help you get into an exercise routine, which can have long-term benefits for your health. If you want to start walking more, take these steps to help. Learn more.

How to Prevent Medicare Fraud

1. Don’t disclose your Medicare Number to strangers

Scammers often take advantage of seniors by offering free or reduced-price services in exchange for Medicare numbers. The best way to avoid this type of scam is to refuse to disclose your Medicare number to anyone other than a trusted health care provider. This includes anyone calling out of the blue claiming to be from Medicare, even if the number shows a legitimate Medicare phone number. Scammers often spoof the phone number of a legitimate Medicare number to mask their location.

2. Don’t accept offers for services claimed to be paid by Medicare

Scammers often offer services that they claim will be paid by Medicare to get financial information from you. The reality is that these scammers will use your information to scam you or Medicare out of money. Don’t accept these offers. Medicare will never call to sell you anything. Medicare also won’t come to your house for any reason. Medicare also won’t call you to ask you for any personal information unless you give them permission to do so in advance.

3. Don’t fall for high-pressure sales tactics

Scammers often use high-pressure sales tactics to override your logical responses and to get you to rely on emotions such as fear. These tactics include, but are not limited to, threatening to declare you ineligible for Medicare if you don’t accept their offers. Don’t fall for these tactics. They are designed to scare you into making a hasty decision that you will regret later. Instead, decline these offers and report the suspicious behavior to Medicare. 

4. Do keep records of all services received

Scammers often bill Medicare for services that you didn’t receive in order to make a quick buck. This ultimately causes you to pay more for health care and to pay higher taxes. The best way to avoid this outcome is to keep records of all services received. This includes dates of doctors’ appointments and services received, as well as receipts and statements detailing the services received. If you keep these records, you will be able to compare them to your Medicare Service Notices when you receive them. 

5. Do check your Medicare Service Notices (MSN) as soon as you receive them

Your MSN will detail all bills for services submitted to Medicare on your behalf. It will also note services billed to Medicare you didn’t receive. Examining your MSN to verify that it matches your records will allow you to make sure that you or Medicare aren’t being billed for fraudulent claims. If you do see a bill for services you didn’t receive, report it to your health care provider immediately. If you suspect fraud, call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) to report it. 

6. Consider signing up for electronic Medicare Service Notices (eMSNs)

Signing up for eMSNs is a great way to keep a closer tab on your Medicare account to avoid fraudulent schemes. This is because Medicare sends eMSNs to beneficiaries monthly, whereas it only sends out paper statements four times a year. If you receive eMSNs, you will be able to report suspicious activity earlier, which will increase the likelihood of catching the perpetrators. 

So, there you have it. Six ways to avoid commonly perpetrated Medicare scams. Hopefully, you won’t have to use these tactics, but it pays to be prepared. And if you suspect that you have encountered Medicare fraud, don’t be afraid to speak to someone about it.

Palliative Care

What is Palliative Care?

In this video Chelsea and Morgan discuss what is Palliative care and why its not Hospice. They talk about the benefits, how to find a palliative care company and how its paid for. If your loved one, or yourself would like to learn more about Palliative care and how it can benefit this time in your life, this video is for you.

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Reach out Day/Nights/Weekends whenever you want, we never stop working for you!! Chelsea Sweeney and Morgan Jenkins 📲 Call/Text Direct at 303-481-0051 📲 Email: Chelsea@maintain-me.com 👨‍💻 https://www.maintain-me.com

4th of July Fireworks Viewing

Cue the oohs and aahs!

Arvada

Independence Day fireworks return to Stenger Sports Complex (entry at West 58th Avenue and Oak Street) on Monday, July 4, once again minus any refreshments or performances. Gates open at 7 p.m. and West 58th Avenue will shut down to traffic beginning at 8 p.m. Handicapped parking is available in Stenger’s northeast lot. arvadafestivals.com

Aurora

The Aurora Municipal Center will host the city’s Fourth of July Spectacular display, which takes place around 9:30 p.m. from Bicentennial Park on July 4. Returning, after taking last year off, are food trucks and nearly four hours of live music. The fireworks display lasts 30 minutes. 15151 E. Alameda Parkway. auroragov.org
 

Berthoud

Berthoud’s Third of July festival will take place 4-8 p.m. on Sunday, July 3, at the new Berthoud Recreation Center. Live music, inflatables slides, a beer garden, face painting, lawn games and more, with fireworks at 9 p.m. 1000 Berthoud Parkway. berthoud.org
 

Brighton

The city of Brighton’s Fourth of July celebration takes over Carmichael Park, 650 E. Southern St., starting at 5 p.m. on July 4. The evening will feature live entertainment, with DJ Tidal Wave and Sisters of Rock, as well as food, kid’s entertainment and more. The fireworks display will follow at the end of the live performances. brightonco.gov

The sprawling Stars & Stripes event also return the day before that, on Sunday, July 3, from 4-10 p.m. at Riverdale Regional Park, 9755 Henderson Rd. in Brighton. Food and beer vendors will begin serving at 4 p.m., with live entertainment at 6 p.m. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. riverdaleregionalpark.org

Broomfield

Broomfield’s Great American Picnic kicks off at 5 p.m. July 4 in Broomfield County Commons Park, 13200 Sheridan Blvd., and includes a beer garden, children’s carnival (with separate tickets) and the 16th annual, all-ages bike parade. Kids are required to wear a helmet, so be sure to bring one if you’re riding. Live music starting at 6 p.m. will lead into 9:30 fireworks. Limited parking on-site and additional parking available at Legacy High School, with shuttles available from 5 to 11 p.m. broomfield.org/greatamericanpicnic
 

Castle Rock

CANCELED: Castle Rock’s 9:30 p.m. fireworks show is centered on the top of Santa Fe Quarry butte, above Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course, at an elevation of about 6,700 feet, which should make for great viewing nearly anywhere in town during the 15-minute show on July 4. Red Hawk Golf course will offer food and drink for purchase in its parking lot, 2156 Red Hawk Ridge Drive. crgov.com/2658/fireworks-in-castle-rock

Commerce City

This the 25th year for the Colorado Rapids’ popular 4thFest Celebration at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park. Billed as the state’s largest display, the free, family-friendly event on July 4 opens before that day’s game against the Austin FC with an impressive array of family-friendly activities and entertainment. The soccer game at 7:30 p.m. costs money, but fireworks can be seen all around the stadium at 6000 Victory Way.

New this year: a Block Party with a live DJ, drinks and more, as well as bike parking in the Burgundy Bike Lot, on the east side of the stadium between Gates B and C. Hours: 5-9 p.m. Parking lots are limited, and RTD bus and rail travel is encouraged. coloradorapids.com/4thfest

Denver

Downtown residents can celebrate the return of Civic Center‘s traditional Independence Eve, which has been sorely missed during its pandemic-era postponement. The Sunday, July 3, event includes live music from Colorado Symphony and other local artists, a light show on the City and Country Building, and fireworks around 9:15. Gates at 4 p.m. and music at 6 p.m., with food trucks on-site. 101 E. 14th Ave. denver.org

Get a jump on displays with the Friday, July 1, show from Denver Municipal Band, with a picnic starting at 6 p.m. and the live musical performance at 7 p.m. in Cranmer Park, followed by fireworks. 4501 E. 1st Ave. denvermunicipalband.org
 

Coors Field will launch fireworks on Friday, July 1, and Saturday, July 2, following the nighttime Colorado Rockies games against the Arizona Diamondbacks (they’ll be fighting the Dodgers in L.A. on July 4). Best-view seats are obviously inside the stadium, but hanging out around Lower Downtown or adjacent urban neighborhoods never hurts. 2001 Blake St. mlb.com/rockies/tickets/specials/fireworks

Englewood

Englewood’s family-friendly July 4 event, starting at 5 p.m., spans Belleview and Cornerstone parks in conjunction with the cities of Littleton and Sheridan, Arapahoe County and South Suburban Parks & Recreation. It will feature kids’ activities and food trucks, although this week organizers said they were pulling the planned fireworks for safety reasons. englewoodco.gov/fourthofjuly

Erie

This year’s fireworks display takes place at Erie Community Park (450 Powers St.) on Sunday, July 3, with the fireworks launched from the rooftop of the Erie Community Center at 9:30 p.m. Limited parking is also available there starting at 7 p.m. Food trucks and vendors will be on site. erieco.gov

Firestone

The 20th annual Fourth at Firestone is back on July 4 with another parade and family friendly activities at Miners Park — including booth vendors and food trucks — through 3 p.m. At 5 p.m., Miners reopens with live music, a beer garden, and more food trucks, followed by the 9:30 p.m. fireworks display. firestoneco.gov

Glendale

This early Independence Day celebration takes place on July 1 at Infinity Park, having jumped locations due to Creekside Park’s closure. Viewers can sit inside the stadium, in the stands or on the field, or on the turf field to the south of the stadium to view fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Movie shorts and videos will preface the display on the big screen and food trucks will be on site. glendale.co.us

Golden

Lions Park Ballfields are the site of Golden’s annual July 4 — with no fireworks this year, given its foothills location and fire dangers. The Golden Lions Club festival, starting at noon, leads up to the display with live music, food trucks, beer (Coors, naturally) and wine, 1300 10th St. visitgolden.com

Highlands Ranch

The celebration begins with a 8:45 a.m. family bike-and-pet parade, followed by a 9 a.m. community parade. See the city website for street closures and the parade route, which begins at 9285 Hepburn St. The 9:30 p.m.-10 fireworks display is back in Highland Heritage Regional Park, 9651 S. Quebec St, after a pandemic-era break. hrcaonline.org

Lafayette

After a year off, Lafayette’s celebration will feature 4-10 p.m. festivities at Waneka Lake Park, 1600 Caria Drive, including food, adult drinks, kid’s activities like face painting and bounce houses, live music, and the fireworks at dusk. business.lafayettecolorado.com

Lakewood

Big Boom Bash and its fireworks-only programming was this week canceled, having been initially planned as a display over Jeffco Stadium on Saturday. lakewood.org/bigboombash

Littleton

Will Red, White & You finally return to Clement Park this year? Foothills Parks & Recreation says yes, but details have yet to arrive for the Friday, July 1, fireworks display and/or programming. The rain or shine event is scheduled to run 5-10 p.m. at 7306 W. Bowles Ave. Check ifoothills.org/events/red-white-and-you for updates.

Lone Tree

Lone Tree Elementary and Prairie Sky Park will host a full slate of activities on July 4, starting with the 9 a.m. Family Fun Ride and Stroll, followed by the Family Fun Park through 1 p.m. (free, but reservations are required). At 5 p.m., Party in the Park kicks off with DJs, live brass-funk and “roaming entertainment.” 9381 Crossington Way. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. cityoflonetree.com/cityevents/july4
 

Longmont

Longmont’s display is back at Fox Hill Country Club, 1400 CO-19 in Longmont, with food trucks opening at 5:30 p.m., Hazel Miller performing at 7 p.m., and the Skyline Kiwanis fireworks display at 9:15 p.m. Organizers also suggest nearby viewing areas such as Sandstone Ranch, Clark Centennial Park, Stephen Day Park and Jim Hamm Nature Area. longmontcolorado.gov

Louisville

Coal Creek Golf Course at 585 W. Dillon Road is open again for 2022’s July 4 display with free hot dogs and sausages beginning at 6 p.m. (while supplies last), bounce houses, face painting, and patriotic music from the Boulder Concert Band. Fireworks start at 9:45 p.m., and free shuttles are available at the King Soopers at 1375 E. South Boulder Road. louisvilleco.gov

Loveland

Loveland’s July 4 Festival and Fireworks will take over North Lake Park, 2750 N. Taft Ave., from 2-10 p.m. July 4. Look for kids games and entertainment, vendors and food trucks, summer-game competitions (cornhole, etc.), a beer garden, and fireworks at 9:17 p.m. lovgov.org

Northglenn

After a pause, Northglenn’s jam-packed July 4th Festival is back with the classic cars, duck derbies, live music, military recognition and picnics and kid’s activities galore. Food vendors and a beer garden, too. Noon-10 p.m. July 4 at E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park, 11800 Community Center Drive. Fireworks will launch between 9 and 9:30 p.m. northglenn.org

Parker

Parker’s Stars and Stripes Celebration is back after taking a year off, returning July 4 to Salisbury Park (11920 Motsenbocker Road). Free live music, walk-around entertainers and a carnival, with low-cost kid’s activities and tasty food vendors. In lieu of fireworks organizers will feature a coordinated drone light show. parkeronline.org
 

Thornton

Family activities begin at 4 p.m. on July 4 at Carpenter Park (11000 Colorado Blvd.) with food and drinks, live music, a presentation of colors and more. Paved and unpaved parking is available in the lots south of the Carpenter Park Fields and west of 108th Avenue. And don’t miss the annual tradition of the nighttime parachutists, who will herald the dusk fireworks. cityofthornton.net

Westminster

Organizers have not yet announced fine details for this 4-10 p.m. celebration on July 4, with fireworks at 9:15 p.m., but it’s one of the area’s best. It takes place at Westminster City Park, 10455 N. Sheridan Blvd., with fireworks scheduled for 9:15 p.m. Check cityofwestminster.us for updates on shuttle schedules and routes.

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