SCFD Encourages Cultural Organizations To Apply For Eligibility
The Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) is currently accepting applications from organizations seeking eligibility for funding. There is no deadline, but to ensure that applications can be reviewed, processed, and approved prior to the 2006 grant deadlines, SCFD would like to receive eligibility applications by Friday, Dec.30. Applications should be submitted to SCFD, 899 Logan St., #500, Denver, CO 80203.

SCFD facilitates the distribution of over $30 million in tax funds annually to organizations that provide for the enlightenment and entertainment of the public through the production, presentation, exhibition, advancement or preservation of art, music, theater, dance, zoology, botany, natural history, or cultural history.

For more information or to see the eligibility criteria, visit www.scfd.org/eligibil.shtml.


Denver Botanic Gardens’ 2005 Holiday Sale Promises Unique Gifts
The Denver Botanic Gardens’ 42nd Annual Holiday Sale will kick the holiday season into high gear Friday and Saturday Nov. 18-19 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday Nov. 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with a wide variety of unique gift items for sale that you won’t find in malls. More than 40 new and returning vendors will showcase their wares at this year’s event. Items for sale include jewelry and hand-knit scarves, natural skin and bath products, wood folk art and imported pashmina shawls and handloom rugs. Admission to the Gardens, located at 1005 York St., is free during this three-day event.

For more information, call 720-865-3500 or visit www.botanicgardens.org.


15th Annual Fishers Of Men Run/Walk To Be Held Nov. 26
The Potts Trotters Racing Team cordially invites you to celebrate the 15th Annual Fishers of Men Fellowship 5K Run and Walk on Saturday, Nov. 26 at the Aurora Municipal Court, 14999 E. Alameda Pkwy at 10 a.m. This event is open to individuals from all lifestyles and abilities with proceeds to benefit Fishers Of Men Fellowship Ministries.

To highlight the activities, the top two churches, schools, or organizations with the greatest level of participation will receive awards. Registration fee includes a commemorative sports bag, refreshments, and eligibility for age group awards and prize drawings.

For more information, call 303-877-8534. For more information on the Fishers of Men Fellowship, call 303-296-2575.


Black American West Museum Seeks Volunteers
Did you know that three out of five cowboys were a person of color? Would you like to learn the history of the Great American Black Western Migration and the stories of brave miners, pioneers, buffalo soldiers, and notable Black Western figures? Would you like to earn points for hotels, restaurant certificates, gas vouchers, bookstore gift certificates, tee shirts, and many different exciting incentives? Do you want to make a difference?

If the answer is yes, then we need you! Training classes are starting for Black American West Museum docents and volunteers.

For more information, call La Wanna M. Larson at 303-292-2566 or e-mail lawannalarson@aol.com.


Sorority Hosts Fun Blackhawk Day To Support Golden Pearls
The Epsilon Nu Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. invites you to join them for an afternoon of fun in Blackhawk on Nov. 19 to help raise funds for the publication of their book Golden Pearls. The pick-up and drop-off location is at the Quebec Square Shopping Center at Stapleton, in the King Soopers Parking Lot. The bus will depart promptly at 4 p.m. and will return to Quebec Square at 9 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person.

For tickets or more information, call Patricia O’Neal at 303-766-8904 or e-mail Patricia.O'Neal@Pulte.com.


Slippers-N-Sliders Present "A Night Of Elegance"
The Slippers-N-Sliders Ski Club of Denver is hosting its 33rd annual fundraiser, A Night Of Elegance, on Nov. 5 from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. A Night of Elegance offers a dinner and a dance, with a champagne sip featured for all ticket holders. A raffle will be held to benefit the Youth Ski/Snowboard Program. Proceeds from the sale of brochure ads, Friends of Ski For Kids, and a silent auction that night will benefit the Ski For Kids Program. The event will be held at the Renaissance Denver Hotel by Marriott (3801 Quebec Street, Denver).

For tickets or more information, call Carnell Wilson at 303-371-2049 or e-mail treasurer@slippers-n-sliders.org.


The Persuasions Come To Town To Benefit KGNU And Swallow Hill
If you have never heard the Persuasions, now is your chance. Join KGNU and Swallow Hill on Friday Dec. 2 for a very special, pre-holiday, joint fund-raising concert. If you have been a fan for years, now is a rare opportunity to hear the Persuasions as they perform their only Front Range gig. The performance takes place at the Historic Cameron Church, 1600 S. Pearl St. in Denver, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $24 in advance for Swallow Hill and KGNU Members or $27 at the door.

For tickets or more information, call KGNU at 303-449-4885 or visit www.kgnu.org, or call Swallow Hill at 303-777-1003 or visit www.swallowhill.com.

Phenomenal Women Meeting This November
Phenomenal Women, where African American sisters come together to meet, eat, and discuss relationships, sex, family, history, and to support one another in personal endeavors, will meet on Nov.10 from 5:45 to 8 p.m. at 1532 Galena St., 2nd floor, in Aurora. Dinner and childcare will be provided. Due to the Thanksgiving Holiday, there will only be one meeting in November.


Zion Baptist Church Celebrates 140th Church Anniversary
Zion Baptist Church, located ate 933 E. 24th Ave. in Denver, will celebrate "The Arrival of a New Age, God’s Constant Love," the 140th anniversary on Nov. 9, 11, and 13. Celebrate with Zion on Wednesday Nov. 9 at 7 p.m., Friday Nov. 11 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, Nov.13 at 10:30 a.m. There will be a banquet on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at the Adam’s Mark Hotel. Tickets are $30 per person.

For tickets for more information, call 303-343-9389 or 303-861-4958, ext. 15.


Free Events This Month At Blair-Caldwell and Montbello Libraries
The Blair-Caldwell African American Research Branch of Denver Public Library and the Montbello Branch of Denver Public Library will host several continuous and one-time free activities during November. These activities include: Story Time; Children’s Activities Hour; Balloon Diva’s Dragon Tale; professional storyteller Pam Faro; celtic harp music by Star Edwards; Beginning English Conversation classes; GED study sessions; and workshops on homebuying and personal money management.

For more information, call the Blair-Caldwell Branch at 720-865-2401 or the Montbello Branch at 303-373-0767.


Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Hosts 2005 Annual Health Fair
The Chi Phi Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity will host the 2005 Annual Health Fair. Listen to well-informed doctors who have the solutions to help improve your health. Get your blood pressure checked, learn about diabetes, and learn about prostate cancer and other problems that may decrease your health.

The Health Fair will be held on Saturday Nov.19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library, located at 2401 Welton St. in Denver.

For more information, call the Blair-Caldwell Library at 720-865-2401.


CAP Hosts Holiday Prelude Event
To celebrate the season, the Colorado AIDS Project is hosting Holiday Prelude, its annual end-of-the-year occasion, on Sunday, Dec. 4 at Johnson & Wales University, 7150 E. Montview Blvd. in Denver. The evening includes complimentary signature martinis created by Cîrok, a glorious dinner prepared by award-winning chefs, and decadent desserts. The evening also includes a special celebration to honor Mayor John Hickenlooper and CBS4 for their outstanding support for CAP’s mission of improving lives affected by HIV and AIDS and preventing HIV infection. Tickets are $125 per person.

For reservations or more information, call 303-837-0166, ext. 508, or visit www.coloradoaidsproject.org.


Discover Tanzania At The Wildlife Experience's Next Family Fun Day
The Wildlife Experience, 10035 S. Peoria St., in Parker, hosts a Family Fun Day on the first Saturday of each month. The next Family Fun Day will be Saturday, Nov. 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Family Fun Day features a variety of cultural and educational activities for children of all ages.

For admission prices, and more information, call 720-488-3300 or visit www.thewildlifeexperience.org.


Sankofa Presents Movement, Rhythm, And Color II
The Sankofa Arts Collective presents Movement, Rhythm and Color II, a one-woman show by Lesa Webb with an opening Saturday, Nov. 5 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at the Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library, 2401 Welton St., Denver. The show runs Nov. 4 to 30 and features new acrylics by Webb.

For more information on Movement, Rhythm, and Color II, call 303-831-0148. For library hours, call the Blair-Caldwell Library at 720-865-2401.


Shadow Theatre Company Announces 2005/2006 Season
The Shadow Theater Company (1420 Ogden St., Denver) released their upcoming show lineup for the 2005 / 2006 season. The first show in the lineup is the regional premiere of Emergence-See!, written and performed by Daniel Beaty. There are only four performances for this show, held at DU’s beautiful Newman Center for the Performing Arts (University and Iliff) on December 1-3, and a 3 p.m. matinee on Dec. 4. There will be an opening night black tie reception; reservations for the reception are $100. Other shows in Shadow’s line up include Visions: A Tribute to August Wilson, adapted by Jeffrey Nickelson and directed by Michael R. Duran, Feb. 9-25; Waiting 2 End Hell, written by William A Parker and directed by Charles Weldon, Apr. 1-29; and Four Queens – No Trump, written and directed by Ted Lange, Jun. 1 - Jul. 1.

For tickets, reservations, or more information, call 303-837-9355 or visit www.shadowtheatre.com.