Our barista Coby recently finished the MS 150, a two-day fundraising bike ride that benefits the the Colorado Chapter of the National MS Society, and the 76,000 Coloradans in our state affected by multiple sclerosis – and he wore our brand new Wash Perk bike/run socks for the ride.  (Ashleigh will be sporting the Perk socks as she rides the Triple Bypass next week)

Look as cool as our baristas as you ride this summer – Get your pair at the shop today!

Both Annie and Kristen are new as well and we’re waiting for pictures!

The Washington Park Tree Guides are at shop now, $7.55, all proceeds go to FANS and care of Wash Park

Inside the guide you’ll find: Information and Identification of trees with leaf drawings, a self guided tour with maps of the various tree species scattered throughout Washington Park, Q & A about trees, and more.

EVENTS AT WASH PERK

Mon, April 19, 7:00pm – 8:30pm

EWB Equador Meeting

will be at Wash Perk for this meeting.

Thursday, Apr 22, 2010
EARTH DAY!!
The planet

At Wash Perk we will not use any paper cups if we can avoid it. PLEASE bring in your travel mug.
We’ll plan to plant our garden this morning. Thank you to all of the people doing such good work for our environment and our world!

LIVE MUSIC: Owen Kortz

Sat, April 24, 9am – 11am at Wash Perk

Classical Guitarist,instructor and neighbor, Owen Kortz will grace our ears with his beautiful music.
http://www.myspace.com/owenkortz

Get Involved for Earth Day!!

Planning this year’s garden?  Looking to purchase some unique heirloom seedlings and support a great cause while you’re at it?  Come on out to The GrowHaus Earth Day Seedling sale and OpenHaus!  The GrowHaus is a new indoor farm, marketplace and educational center in Denver’s Elyria-Swansea neighborhood. Our goal is to provide healthy, affordable food for the surrounding community and raise awareness about issues of food justice and sustainability. 
On April 24th, in honor of Earth Day, The GrowHaus will be opening its doors and selling a unique variety of seedling starts, from heirloom tomatoes grown by Denver Tomato Farm, to all varieties of vegetable starts planted by youth from The Dandelion Project, EKAR CSA, and more.  The day will also feature tours of The GrowHaus and workshops on vermicomposting and aquaponics. 
Support local agriculture, support your garden and support the Earth! 
The GrowHaus Earth Day OpenHaus and Seedling Sale 
April 24th, 11:30a-3:30p
4751 York St, Denver, CO 80216
for more information contact Coby Gould at coby@thegrowhaus.com

The GrowHaus, in collaboration with Groundwork Denver, will also be canvasing the Swansea neighborhood on April 24th to provide free energy audits to neighbors.  If you are interested in volunteering or learning more please contact Coby for more information.

Relay For Life

WASH PERK TEAM for Relay for Life to benefit The Amercian Cancer Society.

We will have a sign up sheet at Perk, we’ll do several fundraisers in next couple of months; raising funds should not be a concern; we just want peeps on our team. WP will provide Team Hats. The Relay if Friday July 23rd into the morning of the 24th at South High School. We’ll set up a tent, hang out, take turns on track, and of course provide great coffee:) for more info: www.washparkrelay.com

Please go to the website to sign up to be on our team, Wash Perk Peeps.

See our Facebook Note for information about the Washington Park Relay Garage Sale!

An Announcement from Teri & Ivy:

May 15th will be the start of our monthly sidewalk sale! Want to sell your stuff??  Interested vendors should contact Teri (Wash Perk) or Ivy (On a Lark).  If you want to be a vendor get in touch soon. May 15th will be here before we know it. And just FYI, We will set up for the sidewalk sale on our patio and along the South side of the building.

Kelly O went to London last week to audition for The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Arts (aka, R.A.D.A.).   Her audition was on the day of her arrival, which translated into being around 3am, Denver time!   She  is one of 3000 applicants for 28 placements.

We would just like to say “You go, girl!!!!”  We’re so proud of you we wish you luck, Kel.  Your energy and enthusiasm is infectious.  You’re already a superstar to us.  We’re lucky to have you at the Perk

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

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.

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

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

Events Around Washington Park

Assurant Health Polar Bear 5K