Senior Services will be closed on the following dates in December:
Friday, December 24, in observance of Christmas Eve
Monday, December 27, in observance of Christmas Day
Monday, January 3, in observance of New Year's Day
Lakeshore Cafe will be closed on the following dates:
Friday, December 24 through Monday, January 3.
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Holiday Lunch
Register now for the Lakeshore Cafe Holiday Lunch on Friday, December 17!
Celebrate the season with good friends, traditional holiday food, and holly jolly entertainment. This is one lunch you don't want to miss! The menu will be a delicious traditional holiday meal complete with glazed ham, sweet potato casserole, cheesecake, and live entertainment! HO HO HO! Res $6/NONRES $7.50. Register at B-REx.com or by calling 303.464.5526.
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5280+ Senior Chorale at Broomfield
We have a new program that will be starting in February called the 5280+ Chorale at Broomfield. The 5280+ Senior Chorale at Broomfield is a non-auditioned mixed-voice choir that emphasizes the social, emotional, physical, and mental health benefits of choral singing in older adults. It is open to anyone ages "50 to 80+" who seeks arts, education, and performance opportunities under the direction of professional artists. No previous choral experience is necessary. Come join for a fun, fulfilling, and challenging musical adventure with a repertoire that includes arrangements of popular music, show tunes, and seasonal and other favorites that will appeal to singers and audience members alike! We will be having a live performance in the Lakeshore dining room during lunch on Friday, December 3 from noon-12:45 p.m. If you are interested, come and join us. After the performance, Cindy Runkel and Brian Leatherman (Co-Founders) will be in the Fireside lounge to answer any questions you have. If you are unable to attend and are interested, call 303.464.5526
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Looking Back at 2021 - a Year of EXPANSION
Nikki Crouse, Senior Services Manager
Each year I like to choose a word that serves as a theme for my intention of that year. In December of 2020, I chose the word, “EXPANSION” for 2021. 2020 felt like a restrictive, albeit necessary cocoon, unable to connect and live and work and breathe the way we were accustomed to. I felt the desire to expand my world, service, and skills in a big way as I peered into the future.
Little did I know that I would be stepping into a new role that would provide ample opportunity to be stretched and challenged with the chance to give in ways that used the best parts of me. Expansion indeed.
Here are some of the highlights of 2021 from my point of view:
January - I joined the team at the end of January and was immediately welcomed and impressed by the dedicated, compassionate individuals that comprise the Senior Services Team and the CCOB team as a whole.
February - C-C-C-COLD Valentine’s Day Drive-Up Lunch. It was SO GREAT to meet some of our wonderful participants, and join the team in serving up hot meals made with love to our community.
March - LOTS of virtual meetings!
April - The Easter Egg event was such a fun way to do what we could when a traditional egg hunt wasn't in the cards. We delivered the candy straight to the kids in their cars, and the Easter Bunny didn't disappoint with his warm greetings! We also served an Easter drive-through lunch for the Lakeshore Cafe with the SRB bunny in attendance!
May - We delivered our last drive-through lunch for the year for Mother's Day. We also received word that we would be opening up our Lakeshore Cafe on June 1! The Senior Services department worked diligently to put all of the details in place in order to make this important operation happen once again!
June - The Lakeshore Cafe dining room OPENED! Seeing the smiles and hugs, hearing the conversation and laughter, and being able to serve people in person was so fulfilling!
August - National Night Out! If you were there, you may have seen one of the Easy Ride Vehicles, and received some information or goodies from the team that keeps on rolling along!
September - Broomfield Days!! This is an all-hands-on-deck kind of event, and it was awe-inspiring to see the community come together again!
Also, we ran the first Trips and Tours lottery system, which created a more equitable experience for the community.
October - The Living In Balance Resource Fair was sold out, and hit a home run in providing inspiring, empowering, useful content and resources to our community.
November - Jingle Bell Craft Fair, Thanksgiving Lunches, and Bridge Tournament are all highly attended and appreciated events!
December - So many things to look forward to, included in this newsletter! And the challenge to figure out what intention we will set for next year. What will your word be for 2022?
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Staff Spotlight
Lane Claxton, Program Coordinator
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Lane has been with Broomfield since February of 2017. Lane moved to Broomfield from Erie 16 years ago, so her kids could attend Broomfield High School. Her and her husband love where they live in old town Broomfield and take advantage of the many services and opportunities available.
Fun Facts:
- Lane lived in Brooklyn, New York for three years and met a variety of people from around the world.
- When not working, she assists an elderly family member and volunteers at her church.
- She and her husband Jack have two adult children, who live locally. Their daughter just got married in January, and they had an amazing celebration.
- Lane loves to explore Colorado and spend time in the mountains.
- Her husband Jack still works at home and takes care of their new little rescue dog, Gabi. He is also a fabulous cook, which makes her work life easier at the end of the day.
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SPRING 2022 PROGRAM REGISTRATION
Registration for spring programs for residents begins on Thursday, December 2 at 7 a.m. Registration for non-residents begins on Thursday, December 16 at 7 a.m.
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Active Adult Trips
Lottery Process (Residents Only)
Active Adult trips will go through the lottery process in B-REx. Register online at
B-REx.com, by phone, or in-person at the Paul Derda Recreation Center or the Broomfield Community Center from 7 a.m. on Thursday, December 2 until Thursday, December 9. During the lottery process, patrons will not be charged. B-REx will randomly pick lottery registered patrons for each trip and those patrons that are not picked will be put on a waitlist. The lottery will take place on Friday, December 10 at 8 a.m. Patrons will be notified if they have been selected for trips and at that time payment will be due. Once the lottery has ended, any available trips will be up for grabs through the normal registration process.
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Special Lunches
Birthday Lunch
Fri., Dec. 3, noon
Slow-cooked beef with bleu cheese sauce, salad, and birthday cake. Register at
Breakfast for Lunch
Mon., Dec. 6, noon
Scrambled eggs, thick-cut bacon, hash browns, cottage cheese, and sliced peaches and pears. Register at
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EDUCATION PROGRAMS
The Roots of Rock 'n' Roll
Emerging as a powerful force on the American music scene in the 1950s, Rock music has evolved with the decades and now includes many variations that sound pretty different from the likes of Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley, and Little Richard. Join Active Minds as we return to the roots of Rock ‘n’ Roll and trace its history and cultural impact through the years. To register for this free event, visit B-REx.com or call 303.464.5526.
Wednesday, Dec. 15, 1 - 2 p.m.
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EASY RIDE TRANSPORTATION
Broomfield Easy Ride provides quality transportation for Broomfield residents age 60+ and individuals with disabilities. All riders must be registered prior to scheduling. Register by calling 303.464.5534, or online at Broomfield.org/EasyRide. Masks are required on the buses and are available from drivers if needed.
Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with the earliest drop off at 8:30 a.m. and latest pick-up at 4:15 p.m. Medical trips outside of Broomfield are now offered five days a week, Mon.- Fri., 8:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Scheduling:
Please schedule your transportation needs as soon as you know the date and time (up to two weeks in advance). This helps accommodate all member's needs. Please Note: when requesting a ride with less than three days' notice, every effort will be made to accommodate your ride, however, short notice requests can not be guaranteed.
Drivers will not always be available to wait for appointments that are less than 45 minutes. Your patience is appreciated; drivers will be there as soon as possible after your call is received.
Easy Ride does not operate as a taxi service or run emergency medical trips. If you need immediate attention, call 9-1-1.
Easy Ride will be closed on Friday, December 24, in observance of Christmas Eve
Monday, December 27, in observance of Christmas Day, and Monday, January 3, in observance of New Year's Day.
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OTHER BROOMFIELD RESOURCES
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BROOMFIELD PALS: Broomfield Pals connects neighbors who can use a helping hand with projects at their homes. For more information, visit Broomfield.org/BroomfieldPals.
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Hear from candidates being considered for the position of Chief of Police at a Community Forum on Dec. 9 from 6 - 7:30 p.m.
To ask questions of the Candidates:
- Submit questions in advance by noon on Dec. 3 at BroomfieldVoice.com/Recruitments or submit written comments via dropbox at One DesCombes Drive.
To watch the Community Forum (questions for candidates must be submitted in advance):
To submit feedback on the Candidates after the forum:
- Submit your candidate rating at BroomfieldVoice.com/Recruitments or by completing a hard copy rating card and submitting via dropbox at One DesCombes Drive by Sunday, Dec. 12 at 5 p.m.
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Make your holiday season merry and bright by partaking in Holiday Cheer events with your friends and neighbors in Broomfield! Learn more about how to give and receive this holiday at Broomfield.org/HolidayCheer.
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