What: Volunteers, community groups, non-profit organizations, foundations and businesses will improve City Park by building the Mile High Loop and planting trees. Over a dozen activities and exhibits will promote wellness at a Healthy Living Fair. Volunteers and neighbors will enjoy rock, jazz and blues from Chris Daniels and the Kings with a guest appearance by Hazel Miller.
When: Saturday, October 18, 2008
8 AM to 2 PM (See attached schedule)
Where: Denver City Park Pavilion
Who: The event is being staged by Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado, The Park People and Denver Parks and Recreation.
The City Park Alliance assisted in acquiring grant funding and recruiting volunteers (800 are expected).
The Kaleidoscope Project assisted in planning and promoting the Healthy Living Fair.
Colorado Health Foundation, Colorado Garden and Home Show, The Denver Foundation, Kaiser Permanente, National Geographic Maps and Xcel Energy Foundation are supporting the event financially and with volunteer teams.
Two hundred and fifty youth from AmeriCorps NCCC will help lead volunteers.
Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill, Aquafina, Starbucks and Mountain High Yogurt are feeding hungry volunteers.
Mayor Hickenlooper, Councilwoman Madison and Parks and Recreation Manager Kevin Patterson will be on hand to thank volunteers and walk with the community to make “First Tracks on the Trail”
Media: This event captures diverse people and organizations at their best, joining forces for the good of the community. The media is invited to participate. Unique story lines, interviews and photo opportunities will be plentiful.
Please Contact Jerry Severns, jerry@voc.org, 303-903-2179 for information and schedule details.