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Jan. 25th – 31st

Published on January 24, 2010 in Coffee, Community, Events, Friends and Staff. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Together we raised almost $500 to send to Haiti by donating our convenience coffee.  A special thanks to Kelly and Ashleigh who donated their tips last Friday am.  Everyone was generous in their contributions and they are much appreciated.


EVENTS AT WASH PERK

Lehigh University Alumni Meeting
Mon, January 25, 6:30pm – 9:00pm at Wash Perk

Contact Joe Blair at  josephblair@gmail.com
ArapaHOPE Community Team


Tue, January 26, 7pm – 9pm at Wash Perk


Energy Series – meeting once a month, with speakers on different topics that revolve around Energy – renewable energy, conservation, sustainability, etc. This upcoming month’s program will be hosting speakers from the Mountain Top Removal Appalachian Voices and someone from the Project to Relocate and Assist Environmental Refugees.


Women Wanderers Meetup


Wed, January 27, 7:00pm – 8:30pm at Wash Perk


Women Wanderers: Wednesday Evening Travel Conversations Meetup, 7-9 p.m. (group membership and reservation required: visit http://www.meetup.com/women-wanderers to see if it’s a good fit for you and to join) Led by Betsy Hedberg.

Women’s Divorce/Separation Meetup Group


Thu, January 28, 6:30pm – 9:00pm at Wash Perk
The group is for women who have experienced the loss of a significant relationship and are interested in beginning or continuing the process of moving on and looking ahead. To attend, you need to first join the Meetup group. Please read about the group here and sign up if it seems like a good fit for you: http://www.meetup.com/womens-divorce-separation.

Project Valentine

Project Valentine needs our help. Valentine-making supplies are available at shop, courtesy of Rita Sokolowski.  We need LOTS of Valentines made by Feb 5th to send to Project Valentine for the donated care packages.  Take a moment to make a valentine while you enjoy your coffee with us. Your help will be very much appreciated.

NATIONAL EVENT

The 2010 Presidential Citizen Medal

Submit a Nomination

To nominate someone for the 2010 Citizens Medal, please review the criteria for this year’s medal and fully answer the questions below. Additional awardees may be selected outside of the public nomination process. In order for the individual to be considered for the Medal:

  • Nominees must be citizens of the United States, as required by the 1969 Executive Order.
  • The nominee’s service must have been performed outside of their regular job.
  • All questions on this form must be fully answered.
  • Nominations must be received by Thursday, January 28, 2010 at 11:59 p.m. EST.

Visit this page and fill out the nomination form.

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January 18th – 24th

Published on January 18, 2010 in Coffee, Community, Events, Friends, Park and Staff. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , .

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ATTENTION FRIENDS!!!

We are donating 100% of our Convenience Coffee proceeds to The Bill Clinton Haiti Relief Fund From today thru next Fri, Jan 23rd. Come in and help us send assistance to those in need.

EVENTS AT WASH PERK

EWB, Engineers Without Borders

Mon, January 18, 6:30pm – 9:00pm at Wash Perk

Urban Skye

Wed, January 20, 6:30pm – 8:00pm at Wash Perk

Urban Skye is a network of small communities joined in a common quest for friendship, for personal meaning, and for spiritual exploration. We seek to help revitalize the urban soul by: Pursuing Beauty: through film discussions, book salons, expressive writing groups, art and design gatherings, and other cultural opportunities, Urban Skye seeks to activate and nourish imagination among friends. Learning Grace: by exploring ancient spiritual practices, Urban Skye provides room for fellow travelers to seek, ask questions, discuss and ponder practical applications of wisdom in our everyday lives. Sharing Burdens: by serving the city of Denver by participating in a wide variety of service projects, Urban Skye offers opportunities to experience the delight of giving to others in meaningful ways. website:www.urbanskye.org

Girls Night: Accessory and clothing exchange!!

Sat, January 23, 6:30pm – 7:30pm at Wash Perk

Ask Kelsey,Santi or Lucy for details!!!!

Events Around Washington Park

Assurant Health Polar Bear 5K

Sun, January 24, 10am – 11am in Washington Park
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January 11th – January 17th

Published on January 10, 2010 in Community, Events and Park. 0 Comments

EVENTS AT WASH PERK

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Our expansion is complete! Come in and check out our new space and seating! Click the photo below to see more pictures.




EVENTS AT WASHINGTON PARK

FANS Meeting

Wed, January 13, 6pm – 7pm at Dos Chappell Boathouse in Wash Park

Our first speaker of the year will be Tom Bush and his topic will be Birds in our Backyard and in the park. Tom, a member of the Audubon Master Birder Program with extensive experience in birding and owner of the Front Range Birding Company, will present an overview of birds in our area and how to attract them to your backyard. Birds in Washington Park are a joy to watch and a measure of the health of our park. Come hear about what we can do to increase bird habitat and see pictures of birds that are in the Denver area. If you have a picture of a bird you have seen in the park or in your backyard


bring it in and we can share. Plan to attend and bring a friend!

IN OUR COMMUNITY

January 1.11.10 is Human Trafficking Awareness Day.
We want to celebrate this day by actively raising awareness and taking positive steps to end the problem.
We have the following suggestions:

1) Make it your Facebook status, and if you have Twitter we will be trying to get Human Trafficking to be a trending topic
2) Educate yourself on the issue – go to the national website: www.notforsalecampaign.org
 3) Make a New Years Resolution for 2010 to only buy Fair Trade coffee, chocolate or another product you use consistently

Colorado Website – www.NotForSaleCo.org
 National Website – www.NotForSaleCampaign.org


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December 27 – January 3

Published on December 27, 2009 in Coffee and Community. 0 Comments

EVENTS AT WASH PERK


HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

Kaladi Brothers Coffee is having their annual fundraiser on January 1st and we have decided to be closed so our customers can support them! The fundraiser that Kaladi Brothers is hosting is called Coffee Kids.  Visit http://www.coffeekids.org/
for information about their mission.  Again, the shop will be closed New Years day. Visit Kaladi, support our partner, and support a good cause.


Expansion of seating will take place on Jan 5th!! See details below.  :lol:


EVENTS AROUND WASHINGTON PARK

Denver Boot Camp

Saturday, January 2, 10am – 11am at the Washington Park Recreation Center (1096 South Gaylord Street)
Denver Boot Camp is becoming the biggest program in Denver. It is already the toughest, but worth the results. For both men and women, it is the program if you want to burn over 1000 calories in an hour, while slashing pounds of fat and toning your muscles. The program is perfect for everyone because you are pushed to your own personal limits. We have everyone out there; the out of shape, new moms, future brides, marathon runners, and triathalon participants. Ticket Info: $7 FIRST CLASS FREE.  This is a weekly class. All participants receive FREE medium drink at Wash Perk.(FIRST VISIT ONLY!) http://www.washparkbootcamp.com

Eric Martinez Acoustic!

Jan 2, 2010 8:00 pm (Saturday) at 1096 South Gaylord Street

Ages: 21+

VISIT ON A LARK!!

On a Lark needs to move stuff out!!!!  We’re making room for Wash Perk’s expansion, so we’re offering you great discounts on our inventory!

We will be open  Sunday 10-3, Monday 10-5, Tuesday 10-5, and Wednesday 10-5.  We will then close for the expansion preparation, and will be closed December 31-January 9th.  (Wash Perk will only be closed Jan. 1)

EVERYTHING is on SALE!!!!!

Thanks for your business in 2009!



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December 21st – 27th

Published on December 20, 2009 in Coffee, Community and Friends. 0 Comments Tags: .

EVENTS AT WASH PERK

ArapaHOPE Community Team
Tue, December 22, 7pm – 9pm at Wash Perk

Energy Series – meeting once a month, with speakers on different topics that revolve around Energy – renewable energy, conservation, sustainability, etc. This upcoming month’s program (October 27) will be hosting speakers from the Mountain Top Removal Appalachian Voices and someone from the Project to Relocate and Assist Environmental Refugees.

CLOSED Christmas Day
Friday, Dec 25, 2009

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!


STILL NEED A CHRISTMAS GIFT??


On a Lark is open 9-6 Sunday, Monday, Tues, and Wednesday this week.  AND 9-12 on Christmas Eve!
We have great stocking stuffers for $1-5 and wonderful gifts, most priced $25 and under.
Christmas Pez is 50% off!
Support your local businesses and local artisans and get unique gifts for your loved ones!
Thank you so much for your business!

**Take a look at the Photos page to see photos from recent holiday events!**

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December 13th – 20th

Published on December 13, 2009 in Coffee, Community, Events, Friends and Park. 0 Comments Tags: .

Events At Wash Perk

Not For Sale Campaign Meeting

Wed, December 16, 7pm – 9pm Wash Perk

Events Around Washington Park

Jingle Bell Run!

Sun, December 13, 10:15am – 12:15pm Washington Park
Event Web site: http://www.jinglebellrundenver.kintera.org
Benefits Arthritis Foundation
More than a 5K Run/Walk, the 15th Annual Jingle Bell Run is a family-oriented, pet friendly and festive enviornment with costume contests, a children’s 1K snowman scramble, and Sponsor Questions? Please contact the organizer Event Coordinator: Matt Thayer –  Email: mthayer@arthritis.org
Event Phone Number: 303-756-8622

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December 7th – 13th

Published on December 6, 2009 in Coffee, Community, Events, Friends and Park. 0 Comments Tags: .


Events At Wash Perk

Not For Sale Campaign Meeting

Mon, December 7, 7pm – 9pm at Wash Perk

Krochet Kids

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SANTA PICTURES!!!!

Sat, December 12, 11am – 2pm at Wash Perk
Santa Claus is coming back to Wash Perk and On a Lark. Our photographer will be available again for photos, donation only. Pictures will be posted online.

Events Around Washington Park

Jingle Bell Run!

Sun, December 13, 10:15am – 12:15pm in Washington Park
Event Web site: http://www.jinglebellrundenver.kintera.org
Run benefits Arthritis Foundation. More than a 5K Run/Walk, the 15th Annual Jingle Bell Run is a family-oriented, pet friendly and festive enviornment with costume contests, a children’s 1K snowman scramble.
Sponsor Questions? Please contact the organizer: Matt Thayer
Email: mthayer@arthritis.org
Event Phone Number: 303-756-8622

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November 29th – December 6th

Published on November 28, 2009 in Coffee, Community, Events, Friends, Music, Park and Uncategorized. 0 Comments

EVENTS AT WASH PERK:

LIVE MUSIC: Evan

Sun, November 29, 2pm – 4pm at Wash Perk
Fantastic acoustical performance. First time here at the PERK!
Christmas Crafts
Dec. 5 and 12, Little Larks Shopping Hop. Parents buy “bird bucks,” relax at Wash Perk while On a Lark elves help kids make purchases for their family and friends.  They love to surprise their parents with their carefully chosen gifts!

Organizing for America, HD3 West Side Neighborhood Team Meeting

Sun, December 6, 6:00pm – 7:30pm at Wash Perk Coffee House

EVENTS AROUND WASHINGTON PARK:

Rocky Mountain Road Runners 4.4mi Run

Sun, December 6, 8am – 11am in Washington Park
Event Web site: http://www.rmrr.org The Trophy Series is a monthly race series featuring a handicap scoring and starting system. Participants are given different starting times based on ability. In theory, everyone finishes at the same time. Racers of all abilities have an equal chance of winning. Questions? Please contact the organizer Event Coordinator: Rocky Mountain Road Runners Event Email: rmrr@rmrr.org Event Phone Number: 303-871-8366

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!

Published on November 26, 2009 in Community, Events, Friends and Park. 0 Comments

Here are pictures of our morning at Wash Perk and The 36th Annual Turkey Trot!  Thank you, Kelsey, Erin and Zoe for working, and thank you, Austin for being a FANTASTIC turkey!

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November 23rd- 29th

Published on November 24, 2009 in Coffee, Community, Events, Friends, Music, Park and Uncategorized. 0 Comments

EVENTS AT WASH PERK

ArapaHOPE Community Team

Tue, November 24, 7pm – 9pm at Wash Perk
Energy Series – meeting once a month, with speakers on different topics that revolve around Energy – renewable energy, conservation, sustainability, etc. This upcoming month’s program (October 27) will be hosting speakers from the Mountain Top Removal Appalachian Voices and someone from the Project to Relocate and Assist Environmental Refugees.

THANKSGIVING! Close at 12 noon
Thu, November 26, 7am – 1pm at Wash Perk

We’re hoping you’re all headed to The Turkey Trot after coffee to earn your pie!
Black Friday, Weekend hours!
Fri, November 27, 7am – 5pm at Wash Perk


LIVE MUSIC: Luke Rackers!!
Sat, November 28, 1pm – 3pm at Wash Perk

Luke Rackers will be back to entertain us, playing some original compositions and jazz standards. If you haven’t had the pleasure yet, please check out his website: www.lukerackers.com, and then come see him play live.


LIVE MUSIC: Evan
Sun, November 29, 2pm – 4pm at Wash Perk
Fantastic acoustical performance. First time here at the PERK!


EVENTS AROUND WASHINGTON PARK

Turkey Trot, 36th Annual!

Thu, November 26, 8am – 12pm Washington Park

Join us for the 36th Annual Mile High United Way The Turkey Trot.Mile High United Way’s Turkey Trot is an annual four-mile run/walk fundraiser in Washington Park on Thanksgiving morning. Each year 10,000 runners have make the Turkey Trot a Thanksgiving morning tradition. Mile High United Way focuses on three life-changing initiatives: School Readiness, Youth Success and Adult Self Sufficiency. We succeed when children, individuals and families achieve financial stability and self sufficiency in our community. Entry Fees: Registrations price for Adults increases to $40 on November 9. A printable registration form will be available October 13. Race Day Schedule and Event Information 10:15 am: 4-mile run 10:30 am: 4-mile run/walk 11:00 am: 1-mile family fun run (NEW COURSE around Grasmere Lake) Entry fee includes one long-sleeve 100% cotton t-shirt, post-race expo, refreshments.

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