November 16-25, 9:00 am to 3:00 p.m. – Lakewood Leaf Dropoff weekdays and Saturdays at Lakewood Greenhouse, 9556 W. Yale Ave.

Unload your own. Staff will be available to assist residents on Saturday Nov. 16 and 23 only.  It’s super quick and easy!!  Right around the corner! Lakewood residents only, leaves only, residences only. All leaves must be emptied on the pile. No bags, even if they are compostable bags.

Every Monday, October 21 – December 2 (excl. 11/11), 1-4 p.m. Landscapes in Watercolor at Washington Heights Art Center WHAC Multipurpose Room. Traverse landscapes and capture them in watercolor!  Develop sketches to guide paintings then plenty of painting.  Includes demonstration and critique.

Nov. 20 – Jan. 12  – Blossoms of Light, Denver Botanic Gardens. Celebrate the holiday season with a dazzling display of colorful lights. This annual tradition transforms the gardens into a winter wonderland.

Nov. 22 to  Dec. 23 – Denver Christkindlmarket at Denver Civic Center Park. Experience an authentic German holiday market right in the heart of Denver. Enjoy traditional Glühwein, Bavarian beers, and European treats while browsing handcrafted gifts from local and international vendors.

Thursday, December 5, 11:30 a.m. – Neighborhood Luncheon at Pizza Pasta Villa, 2740 S. Wadsworth Blvd. near La-Z-Boy. RSVP:  Judy Whitten 303-986-7157 or [email protected]. Raffle Drawing will be held – Prize $10.00.

Thursday, December 5 – Lakewood Lights at Belmar Park.

Gather your friends, family and neighbors for this annual celebration! Join Lakewood Mayor and City Council for a lighting ceremony, then enjoy a stroll among the light displays, listen to festive live music and warm up with hot cocoa. Meet with jolly old Santa Claus or craft an ornament to commemorate this happy holiday. All of the Heritage Lakewood buildings will be open to the public and decorated for the occasion. Free.

Wednesday, December 18 – Book Club. The Southern Gables Book Club meets every other month, third Wednesday. The book is chosen each time for the next, rotating hosts. Call or text Carolyn 303-915-5503 for book title and location of the next meeting.

Saturday, December 21 – Winter Solstice Celebration at Bear Creek Lake Park. Celebrate the first day of winter with a guided night hike! Then gather around the campfire for a marshmallow roast and celebration of the Winter Solstice that includes the traditional burning of the yule log. Bring your own mug to enjoy a hot beverage! $5.

Thursday, January 5, 11:30 am – Neighborhood Luncheon at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, 3140 S. Wadsworth Blvd. near Kohl’s. RSVP:  Judy Whitten 303-986-7157 or [email protected]. Raffle Drawing will be held – Prize $10.00.

Saturday January 25, 9:00-10:30 am – Ward 5 Meeting at Westwoods Community Church, 7700 W Woodard Drive. Visit with Ward 5 City Council members Jacob LaBure and Paula Nystrom in an informal setting, share ideas and learn more about our community. To subscribe to Ward 5 notices for the topic of each meeting go to bit.ly/ward5mtg.

Thursday, February 6, 11:30 a.m. – Neighborhood Luncheon at Slammin Chicken, 1870 S. Garrison St. RSVP:  Judy Whitten 303-986-7157 or [email protected] Raffle Drawing will be held – Prize $10.00.

Wednesday, February 19 – Book Club. The Southern Gables Book Club meets every other month, third Wednesday. The book is chosen each time for the next, rotating hosts. Call or text Carolyn 303-915-5503 for book title and location of the next meeting.

Saturday, February 22, 9:00-10:30 am – Ward 5 Meeting at Westwoods Community Church, 7700 W Woodard Drive. Visit with Ward 5 City Council members Jacob LaBure and Paula Nystrom in an informal setting, share ideas and learn more about our community. To subscribe to Ward 5 notices for the topic of each meeting go to bit.ly/ward5mtg.