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First-time homebuyer seminar
The First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit provides up to $8,000 to qualified buyers who buy homes within a certain time period. The HBA and the GJ Area of Realtors Assoc. are holding a free seminar about this, Thursday, April 2, 6 p.m., Board of Realtors Office, 2743 Crossroads Blvd. Info: 245-0253.
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Dog day afternoon
Educational Terrier Fun Day, sponsored by Robbie’s Iron Dog Olympics, is set for Sunday, April 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Palisade Riverbend Park. Racing, agility games, hot dog bobbing, more. $12/dog. Info: 487-3487.
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Be forewarned
When visiting the lovely & expansive Canyon View Park, make sure you park your vehicle in a legal and safe parking spot. Parking on the south side of G Road is prohibited due to pedestrian and traffic safety concerns. GJPD will be issuing tickets to people who park illegally.
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‘Best Movie Night Ever’
GJ City Youth Council is hosting the Best Movie Night Ever, Friday, April 3, 7-11 p.m., Avalon Theatre. Free event for teens; must have school ID. Two PG-13 movies are slated: “Rush Hour” and “Ten Things I Hate About You.” Also games, activities, concession stand 25 percent off snacks. Info: 254-3866.
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It pays to be good at math
Holy Family Catholic School recently participated in the St. Jude Math-A-Thon program and raised $10,385 to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Folks sponsored students by pledging an amount-per-problem or a one-time donation. More than 121 students participated.
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Help clean the Colorado
A spring cleaning of the Colorado River is being planned by the W.A.T.E.R. Club Saturday, April 25. Volunteers will be floating three sections from Palisade to Fruita cleaning up the river. Participants do not need to be club members. Sign up at Whitewater West, 418 S. Seventh. Info: 241-0441, 245-4604.
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Go Bananas at Easter
Saturday, April 11, Bananas Fun Park, 2469 Riverside Pkwy., will host a day filled with Easter fun for the whole family. From 11 a.m.-7 p.m., free candy and pictures with the Easter Bunny; a $10 three-hour special that includes unlimited mini golf, bumper boats and inflatable play land; 1-4 p.m. air brush tattoos and face painting. The first 500 kids at the park will receive a special Easter goodie bag. Info: 241-7529, bananasfunpark.com.
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Recent DUI arrests made by GJPD
Shane Anson, 32; Randall Shaw Jr., 30; Valentina Whyte-Begay, 44; Jeffrey R. Cardin, 49 Carol Sullivan, 55; Scott Moore, 26; Brittany Goodman, 22; Jeramy Huggett, 22; Ryan Cisneros, 24.
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Tdap vaccinations offered
MC Health Dept. will be offering Tdap vaccinations at area high schools in April to help all students (5th-9th) get up to date on this requirement: Palisade HS cafeteria, April 15, 2 to 5:30 p.m.; GJHS room 113, April 16 4-8 p.m.; DeBeque Jr/Sr H.S., April 21, 9 a.m.-noon; Central H.S. room 405, April 22, 2-6:30 p.m.; Plateau Valley School, April 29, 9 a.m.-noon, in the health office; Fruita 8–9 School cafeteria, April 30, 3-6:30 p.m. Cost $14.50. Info: 248-6900, health.mesacounty.us.
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Preschool enrollment
Precious Lambs Christian Preschool is now open for enrollment for the coming school year. Classes for 3-, 4-, and 5-year-olds. Located at 632 26 1/2 Road (Seventh and Horizon). Info: 243-3626, preciouslambsps@live.com.
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Butterfly banter-er
Do you enjoy talking? Do you enjoy butterflies and plants? If you answered yes to both, the Botanical Gardens is looking for you! They are seeking outgoing individuals to lead tours of the Butterfly House and Gardens. Don’t worry if you don’t know squat about butterflies and plants, they provide training. Info: 245-3288 X3.
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Watercolor luncheon
The Western Colo. Watercolor Society will hold its spring luncheon at the Bookcliff Country Club on Saturday, April 18. Any artist interested in the society is welcome to attend. New members will be recongized, and new signature members will be awarded certificates. Guest artist Sara Oakley will critque members’ paintings. The cost is $14, and reservations may be made by calling WCWS President Dani Tupper at (970) 874-3088 by April 9.
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Quit that filthy habit
MC Tobacco Education Council is offering another Freshstart class starting Wednesday, April 8, 6-7 p.m. Cost is $25 for the 4-week class. Register: Cathie, 254-4108.
The First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit provides up to $8,000 to qualified buyers who buy homes within a certain time period. The HBA and the GJ Area of Realtors Assoc. are holding a free seminar about this, Thursday, April 2, 6 p.m., Board of Realtors Office, 2743 Crossroads Blvd. Info: 245-0253.
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Dog day afternoon
Educational Terrier Fun Day, sponsored by Robbie’s Iron Dog Olympics, is set for Sunday, April 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Palisade Riverbend Park. Racing, agility games, hot dog bobbing, more. $12/dog. Info: 487-3487.
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Be forewarned
When visiting the lovely & expansive Canyon View Park, make sure you park your vehicle in a legal and safe parking spot. Parking on the south side of G Road is prohibited due to pedestrian and traffic safety concerns. GJPD will be issuing tickets to people who park illegally.
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‘Best Movie Night Ever’
GJ City Youth Council is hosting the Best Movie Night Ever, Friday, April 3, 7-11 p.m., Avalon Theatre. Free event for teens; must have school ID. Two PG-13 movies are slated: “Rush Hour” and “Ten Things I Hate About You.” Also games, activities, concession stand 25 percent off snacks. Info: 254-3866.
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It pays to be good at math
Holy Family Catholic School recently participated in the St. Jude Math-A-Thon program and raised $10,385 to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Folks sponsored students by pledging an amount-per-problem or a one-time donation. More than 121 students participated.
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Help clean the Colorado
A spring cleaning of the Colorado River is being planned by the W.A.T.E.R. Club Saturday, April 25. Volunteers will be floating three sections from Palisade to Fruita cleaning up the river. Participants do not need to be club members. Sign up at Whitewater West, 418 S. Seventh. Info: 241-0441, 245-4604.
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Go Bananas at Easter
Saturday, April 11, Bananas Fun Park, 2469 Riverside Pkwy., will host a day filled with Easter fun for the whole family. From 11 a.m.-7 p.m., free candy and pictures with the Easter Bunny; a $10 three-hour special that includes unlimited mini golf, bumper boats and inflatable play land; 1-4 p.m. air brush tattoos and face painting. The first 500 kids at the park will receive a special Easter goodie bag. Info: 241-7529, bananasfunpark.com.
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Recent DUI arrests made by GJPD
Shane Anson, 32; Randall Shaw Jr., 30; Valentina Whyte-Begay, 44; Jeffrey R. Cardin, 49 Carol Sullivan, 55; Scott Moore, 26; Brittany Goodman, 22; Jeramy Huggett, 22; Ryan Cisneros, 24.
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Tdap vaccinations offered
MC Health Dept. will be offering Tdap vaccinations at area high schools in April to help all students (5th-9th) get up to date on this requirement: Palisade HS cafeteria, April 15, 2 to 5:30 p.m.; GJHS room 113, April 16 4-8 p.m.; DeBeque Jr/Sr H.S., April 21, 9 a.m.-noon; Central H.S. room 405, April 22, 2-6:30 p.m.; Plateau Valley School, April 29, 9 a.m.-noon, in the health office; Fruita 8–9 School cafeteria, April 30, 3-6:30 p.m. Cost $14.50. Info: 248-6900, health.mesacounty.us.
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Preschool enrollment
Precious Lambs Christian Preschool is now open for enrollment for the coming school year. Classes for 3-, 4-, and 5-year-olds. Located at 632 26 1/2 Road (Seventh and Horizon). Info: 243-3626, preciouslambsps@live.com.
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Butterfly banter-er
Do you enjoy talking? Do you enjoy butterflies and plants? If you answered yes to both, the Botanical Gardens is looking for you! They are seeking outgoing individuals to lead tours of the Butterfly House and Gardens. Don’t worry if you don’t know squat about butterflies and plants, they provide training. Info: 245-3288 X3.
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Watercolor luncheon
The Western Colo. Watercolor Society will hold its spring luncheon at the Bookcliff Country Club on Saturday, April 18. Any artist interested in the society is welcome to attend. New members will be recongized, and new signature members will be awarded certificates. Guest artist Sara Oakley will critque members’ paintings. The cost is $14, and reservations may be made by calling WCWS President Dani Tupper at (970) 874-3088 by April 9.
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Quit that filthy habit
MC Tobacco Education Council is offering another Freshstart class starting Wednesday, April 8, 6-7 p.m. Cost is $25 for the 4-week class. Register: Cathie, 254-4108.
