Featured Author
Cindy Lempke
Biography
Community Matters highlights upcoming charitable events organized by local nonprofits. To have your fundraiser considered for inclusion, please send your material to [email protected] by the 20th of the month prior to the month in which you would like coverage of your event. Cindy Lempke is an Evergreen resident, community volunteer and communications professional with experience in the educational, governmental and corporate arenas. She owns Lempke Communications, LLC.
ARTICLES
Supporting Causes That Preserve and Protect
In the heart of spring, nature reveals its new growth, introduces us to its recent offspring and proves its ability to uplift us into a hopeful season. It follows suit that Evergreen Audubon and Mountain Area Land Trust host fundraisers during a time when we celebrate...
Nonprofits Spring Into Fundraising Season
Warmer temperatures, outdoor activities, and summer plans will likely capture your attention this month. As you fill your calendar, consider reserving time to support fundraisers that combine fun with purpose. April 25 Spring Boogie at The Wild Game to Raise Money for...
Nourishing Mind, Body and Soul
The coming weeks are filled with possibilities to nourish minds, bodies and souls. Experiencing the transformative nature of music, creating plans to realize your home improvement dreams, and helping to ensure that your mountain neighbors are not without food for...
Diversions for the Dead of Winter
February offers activities to lift our spirits as we navigate through cold mid-winter days. Gathering to learn more about living with wildlife, taking in a history lesson on Colorado’s involvement with the Civil War, or allowing yourself to be uplifted by musical...
Nonprofits Plan Events to Warm Your Heart
The winter months are no time for hibernating in our mountain community. A full slate of activities beckons us to join our neighbors in support of worthy local causes, with lots of fun guaranteed. Evergreen Rotary’s Denim and Diamonds Event Returns February 7 A...
Catch the Spirit of Our Mountain Holiday Season
While the holidays can be stressful as we try to meet unrealistic expectations to create Hallmark moments, we can choose to embrace the holidays as a time to appreciate the wonder and joy around us. Living in the mountain community affords us opportunities to...
Spooktacular Fundraisers Create a Halloween Vibe
Our mountain area celebrates Halloween in a big way with lots of heart. Not only do you have the chance to wear your favorite costume on multiple occasions, but you also have the opportunity to support worthy, local nonprofits. So, get into the spirit, invite your...
Harvesting the Bounty of Our Small-Town Charm
As we move into the fall season, the changing colors of our mountain landscape and our shorter days return, along with some popular community festivals. Check out the second annual Oktoberfest, the laid-back HopsDrops event, and opportunities to meet neighbors and...
