Kiwanis Club breakfast, 8 a.m., Centennial Plaza.

Lunch served from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. by Chamber Redcoats, Centennial Plaza.

Parade at noon (line-up begins at 11 a.m. on N. Stough).

Fire District open house, 1-3 p.m.

Mayor’s reception, 4 p.m., Centennial Plaza.

Dinner served from 4 to 7 p.m. by Cinco de Mayo, Centennial Plaza.

On Saturday, there will also be guided walking tours of downtown; free admission to Museum of the Mountain West from 2 to 4 p.m.; free admission to the Ute Indian Museum from 2 to 4:30 p.m. and a host of other events.

For more information and to register entries for the parade, call the chamber at 249-5000.

Support sought for Eller

MONTROSE — The friends and supporters of Montrose Police Sgt. Paul Eller are asking for your vote. Eller was nominated for the “America’s Most Wanted” television program’s “All Star Award.” Voting can be done online at . Click on the “All Star” box in lefthand column, then enter “Paul Eller” under “Find A Nominee.”

You must enter a valid e-mail address for your vote to be counted and may only vote once a day.

Votes are counted every week and the nominee with the most votes that week becomes a semifinalist. You can continue to vote every day until April 15.

For more about Eller’s nomination, visit or

Crime free program

MONTROSE — The Montrose Police Department will host a “crime-free multi-housing” training sessions for the owners, managers and landlords of rental properties.

The class will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 1, at the Montrose Library conference room, 302 South Second St. Cost for each participant is $30. Registration can be made at the police department on South First Street. Class size is limited to 40.

The crime-free multi-housing program assists rental property owners and managers in reducing crime, reducing drug crimes and improving the overall safety of their properties. Anyone interested in learning more about the program can contact Sgt. Paul Eller at 252-5225 or visit .

Arts council offers camp scholarships

MONTROSE — The Montrose Arts Council is offering up to four performing arts camp scholarships to students ages 12-18 who live in Montrose County. Scholarship forms have been sent to choir and band directors, dance studios and most piano/voice teachers. Students are also welcome to call Dana at 240-8587 or Bonnie at 249-9444 to ask questions and request an application in the mail. Applications will be due back on May 1, 2007.

Deadline approaches for emergency farm loans

MONTROSE — May 1, 2007 is the deadline for producers in Delta, Gunnison and Montrose Counties to apply for an emergency loan based on damages and losses caused by ongoing drought that occurred from Jan. 1, 2006 and continuing. For more information or applications, contact the Farm Service Agency office in Montrose at 102 Par Place, 249-8407.

Free baby items

MONTROSE — Life Choices Pregnancy Center is offering the “Earn While You Learn” program. A mother or mother-to-be can enroll and earn all the baby items she needs for her baby up to a year old. The client will be paired with a mommy mentor and agree to take prenatal, parenting, life skills, and/or relationship classes to earn free mommy money. The mommy money is spent in the center’s baby boutique, which is stocked with baby needs including maternity clothes. To enroll, to be a mommy mentor, or to donate items to the baby boutique, call 249-4302.

Cancer Center celebration

MONTROSE — The San Juan Cancer Center Fund Drive Committee is hosting “The Last Round-up”, an evening of cowboy poets, to celebrate reaching the fund drive goal of $1 million dollars. The event will be at the Montrose Elks Lodge from 7 to 10 pm, on Saturday, April 21. There will be food and a cash bar with admission donations taken at the door. Featured poets are Slim Farnsworth, Brent Winston, Shorty George and Charlie Ware. For more information, call Francie Smiles at 252-2814.

Genealogical society to meet

MONTROSE — Fore-Kin Trails Genealogical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 10 in the Montrose Library meeting room. Cherie Hutchinson will present a program on “Cemetery Research.” The public is welcome. Call 240-5903 or 249-4413 for more information.

Trail riders to meet

MONTROSE — Uncompahgre Valley Trail Riders will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 11 in the Montrose Library meeting room. This will be a potluck; the club will furnish table service and beverages. For more information, call 249-5090.

Aware Colorado

MONTROSE — The public is invited to hear a presentation on the impact of development on water resources at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 11 in the City Council Chambers. Presenter will be Cynthia Peterson, League of Women Voters of Colorado member. The meeting is officially a City Planning Commission Work Session and will be run by Planning Commission chair, Frank Casey. For more information, call 249-9623.

Citizens committee to meet

MONTROSE — The Citizens Committee for Funding Our Future (former Sales Tax Task Force) meets every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in Friendship Hall. The committee is exploring funding options in Montrose County. All Montrose residents are welcome to attend and to provide input. For more information, call 252-4517.

Mac Users to meet

MONTROSE — The Black Canyon Macintosh User Group will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 12 at Montrose High School, room 105. This month’s topic is “Googling a Needle in a Haystack,” or learning how to successfully search the Internet primarily using Google. All interested persons are invited to attend.

Mountain club to meet

MONTROSE — The Colorado Mountain Club is hosting a free presentation, “Climbing Aconcagua,” at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 12 at the city council chambers. Aconcagua in Argentina is the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere (22,841 feet). The program will be presented by photographer and author Dave Cooper. For more information, call 240-0875.

Alzheimer’s support group

MONTROSE — The Alzheimer’s Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 12 at the Rosemont Baptist Church, 1598 E. Niagara Rd. Sharon Moore from The Homestead at Montrose will be speaking on adult day care and respite care. She will also have information on caregiver assistance and grants. For more information, call 249-9634.

Take a hike

MONTROSE — The Montrose 500 Mile Walkers have planned the following hikes and activities for March. Listed times are departure times:

Come prepared for changing weather conditions and hike at your own risk. Please leave your dog at home. For more information, call 249-7640.

Cactus club to meet

GRAND JUNCTION — The Chinle Chapter of the Colorado Cactus and Succulent Society will meet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 12 in the community room at Mesa Mall. Club member Dave Kennedy will present a narrated slide show on Death Valley National Park. The meeting is free, and anyone interested is welcome to attend. For more information, call Reed at 249-2981.

Ute museum film

MONTROSE — The Ute Indian Museum will present the film, “Surviving Columbus,” at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 12. The 120-minute film focuses on the Pueblo Indians and their struggle to control their own lives. Admission is $3 for adults; children under 12 are free.

Library hosts poetry events

MONTROSE — The Montrose Regional Library will host four events in celebration of National Poetry Month:

For more information, call Amy at 249-9656.

Talk w/lawyer free program

MONTROSE — Talk with a lawyer free program, for low-income residents who need answers to civil legal questions, will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, April 12 at the MADA building, corner of North Grand and 6th St., Montrose (note location change). For more information, call 249-7202.

Bird watching class

MONTROSE — The “Grey Birders,” a birding group for people 50 and over, will meet for a series of classroom sessions, conducted by Tom Peace, on Friday, April 13 and 27, at 9:30 a.m. at the Pavilion Senior Center. For more information, contact Tom at 240-1851 or Amy at 252-4884.

MAPA program

MONTROSE — The Montrose Animal Protection Agency (MAPA) will present “Basic First Aid for Dogs and Cats,” from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 14 at the Montrose Animal Shelter. The program will be presented by Jennifer Omer, licensed veterinary technician from San Juan Veterinary Clinic. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call Jan at 252-1690.

Dance fund-raiser

MONTROSE — The Zion Lutheran Church and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans is sponsoring a USO Theme Dance fund-raiser, from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, April 14 at Sourdough Jack’s Gourmet Pizza Co. (next to Silver Jack Mining Co.). Tickets at the door are $10 per person; $25 per family of three or more (parents and kids 18 and under). All proceeds will be used to help with travel expenses for Montrose and Colorado ambassador Emily Johannassen’s European “good will” tour with the Sound of America Honor Band and to help local Zion youth attend state and national Lutheran Youth Conventions. For more information, call 249-9828.

Canyon wildflower hike

DELTA — The Colorado Native Plant Society is sponsoring a wildflower hike on Saturday, April 14. Eric Rechel and Jeanne Wenger will lead this free field trip to the potholes along Escalante Creek to view native cactus and wildflowers in bloom. Meet at the turnoff to Escalante Canyon on Highway 50 at 10 a.m. For more information, call Jeanne at (970) 256-9227 or Eric at 242-4863.

Opera company to perform

MONTROSE — Montrose Arts Council presents Central City Opera’s “America on Stage” at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 14 at the Montrose United Methodist Church. Tickets are $15 for adults, $5 for students and children under 12 are free. Tickets will be available at the door beginning at 6 p.m. For more information, call Rob at 596-4682 or Ana at 208-2557.

Pavilion dance

MONTROSE — The Montrose Pavilion Senior Center will hold a dance on Saturday, April 14 featuring the music of Ric Blake and Karen. Dancing begins at 7:30 p.m. and continues to 11 p.m. with a break for free refreshments at 9 p.m. Admission is $4 per person. For more information, call 249-9029 or 252-9129.

Adoption family celebration day

MONTROSE — The Rural Adoption Cooperative is hosting its third annual Family Celebration Day on Saturday, April 14 at Baldridge Park in Montrose. This event is free to all adoptive, kinship and fostering families as well as anyone interested in fostering or adoption. There will be a barbecue potluck with games and prizes for the kids. For more information, contact Susan at (970) 471-6042.

Altrusa hosts spring luncheon

MONTROSE — Altrusa International, Inc. of Montrose will hold its 19th Annual Spring Luncheon fund-raiser on Saturday, April 14 at the Montrose Pavilion. Tickets for the luncheon are $30 per person and are available by mail only. Those interested in purchasing tickets may do so by sending a check or money order, a self-addressed, stamped envelope and the attendee’s name for each ticket ordered to: Altrusa Spring Luncheon, P.O. Box 3184, Montrose, CO 81401. For more information, call 249-3873.

VIN inspections

MONTROSE — The Colorado State Patrol is offering Certified VIN Inspections on Monday, April 16, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the state patrol office, 2420 N. Townsend Ave. Call 249-9575 to schedule an appointment.

NARFE meeting

MONTROSE — The Uncompahgre Chapter of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) will meet at 12:30 p.m. Monday, April 16 at Zion Lutheran Church in Montrose. A potluck lunch will be followed by a program featuring Amy Rowan, activities director for the Montrose Senior Center. There will also be a brief business meeting. Call 249-6193 for more information.

Senior citizen safety presentation

MONTROSE — Montrose Police Chief Tom Chinn and Commander Keith Caddy will be at the Pavilion Senior Center at 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 18 to teach senior safety and hear senior input about the community. For more information, call 252-4884.

Free communication seminar

MONTROSE — Carol Harris-Fike, a professional coach and consultant, will speak on the importance of the body, emotions and language in becoming who we want to be. The free presentation, sponsored by the Whole Life Network, will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 18 at the Stone Clan Education Center in Montrose. For more information, call (970) 596-7080.

Red Cross meeting

MONTROSE — The American Red Cross is offering a Disaster Services Volunteer Introductory meeting from 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, April 18 at the Grace Community Church, 16731 Woodgate Rd., Montrose. Registration is required at least four business days prior to class. To register, call 242-4851.

Lunch and learn presentation

MONTROSE — On April 18 from 12:00 noon to 1:30 pm, Joe Herrera, Compliance Officer, with the State of Colorado Labor Standards Unit will present “Wage Laws and Information for Employers.” He will discuss Colorado Wage Law, the Colorado Emergency Minimum Wage Order, the Colorado Youth Employment Opportunity Act, and Worker Documentation. The presentation, which is sponsored by the Colorado Workforce Center and the Montrose Chamber of Commerce, will be held in the Second Floor Conference Room at the Montrose Chamber of Commerce building, 1519 E. Main. Call the Colorado Workforce Center at 249-7783 or Montrose Chamber of Commerce at 249-5000 for further information and reservations. There is no charge for attending the presentation, and refreshments will be served.

Delta library book sale

DELTA — Friends of the Delta Public Library will hold a book sale from 1 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 19 and from 8 a.m. to noon Friday, April 20 at the First Assembly of God Church, at the corner of Eaton and Dodge Streets in Delta. For more information, call 874-9630.

Pilots association to meet

MONTROSE — The Black Canyon Pilots Association will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 19 at the cafe inside the commercial terminal at the Montrose Regional Airport. All interested persons are invited to attend.

GMUG forest plan meeting

MONTROSE — An open-house meeting on the proposed Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest Plan will be held Thursday, April 19 at the Montrose Pavilion. The meeting will provide information and answer questions about the proposed plan. The public is encouraged to attend. For more information, contact Don at (970) 856-7482.

Ouray business roundtable

OURAY — “Ouray Business Round Tables” is a new monthly program being initiated by the City of Ouray Community Development Committee. A breakfast meeting will be held on the third Thursday of each month. The first program will be held at 8 a.m. Thursday, April 19 in the San Juan Room of the Ouray Community Center and will focus on the economy of Ouray as it relates to other towns in western Colorado. For more information, call Rick at 325-7065.

AARP Driver Safety course

MONTROSE — The Montrose County Health and Human Services will host the AARP Driver Safety Program at its facility, 1845 S. Townsend Ave., on Thursday, April 19 and Friday, April 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The course is limited to 25 students, and there is a fee of $10 per student. Membership in AARP is not required to attend the class. For more information and to register for the course, call Tom at 249-5478.

Youth fishing clinic

MONTROSE — The annual Rotary Club Fishing Clinic will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 21 at Chipeta Lake. The event is free and open to all school-aged children and their parents. There will be free hot dogs. Fishing equipment will be provided, or children can bring their own. For more information, call 252-7902.

Church yard sale

MONTROSE — St. Stephen’s Reformed Episcopal Church will hold its annual yard sale Saturday, April 21, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 2504 Sunnyside Rd., Montrose.

Shriners children’s screening clinic

GRAND JUNCTION — The Shriners will hold a children’s clinic from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 21 at Community Hospital, 2021 N. 12th St., in Grand Junction to identify children who have burn or orthopedic problems. Children from birth to the age of 18 will be screened. There is no cost for the examination. For more information, contact Pete at 249-7234.

Audubon field trip

MONTROSE — The Black Canyon Audubon Society will hold a field trip on Saturday, April 21 for the purpose of gathering information for the second edition of the Colorado Breeding Bird Atlas II. Participants should meet on the west side of the City Market-South parking lot at 9 a.m. The next segment of the morning will be spent on the Uncompahgre River and its trail system. After lunch, several options will be available, including the Colona area.

CASA volunteer training

MONTROSE — Voices for Children is a non-profit agency that provides Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) Volunteers to courts in Montrose, Delta, Ouray, Gunnison and Hinsdale counties. CASA volunteers are appointed by a judge to advocate for abused and neglected children by researching the case and making recommendations regarding the child’s best interests. Training begins April 24. For a schedule and application, call 249-0337.

Partners benefit

MONTROSE — The PARTNERS-KREY-TV Auction will be broadcast on April 24th from 6:00 p.m. untill midnight. Hundreds of great items will be up for bid. Call in your bids to 249-2922. Early bids will be accepted on our web site until noon April 23 at . All proceeds will stay in Delta, Montrose and Ouray counties to help area youth in the Partners Program. For further information, call the Montrose office of Partners at 249-1116.

Rotary study abroad scholarships available

MONTROSE — Rotary Ambassadorial, Cultural and World-Peace International Scholarships are available for students wishing to study at a foreign university or college. Visit www.rotary.org and enter Ambassadorial Scholarships in the search box for applicant criteria and applications, or contact David Good at 323-6577. Application submission deadline is April 25, 2007.

Benefit for orphaned Filipino children

MONTROSE — The community is invited to a free dinner and silent auction to benefit orphaned Filipino children at 6 p.m. Friday, April 27, at the Holiday Inn Express, hosted by Hands On Foundation. The silent auction will raise money to complete construction of the children’s home “Atlantis” in a geographically stable area. Currently, the orphans live in an area threatened by landslides. For more information, contact Jeff at 323-6321.

Arts council fund-raiser

MONTROSE — Debra Thomas, lyric soprano, and Thomas Turner, baritone, will present their musical program, “From Broadway to the Met,” at 7 p.m. Friday, April 27 at the Montrose United Methodist Church. This concert is a fund-raiser for the Arts Council’s scholarship program for area youth. General admission is $15 per person; students are $5; and children 12 and under are free.

Spring recital

DELTA — Ken Todd, director of the Valley Youth Orchestra and director of String Studies and Orchestras at Western State College, will be presenting a recital with his wife, Alicia Belgiovane, at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 28 at the Delta Performing Arts Center. The recital is a benefit for the Valley Youth Orchestra. Tickets can be purchased at Blue Sky Music and Books or by calling Nancy at 249-8866 or 249-1346.

Chipeta walk and celebration

MONTROSE — The Ute Indian Museum will host the fourth annual Chipeta walk, “Walking to Remember” and “Healing the Heart” on Saturday, April 28:

On Friday, April 27, at 7 p.m., author and artist Vickie Leigh Krudwig will be on hand to sign her children’s book, “Searching for Chipeta,” and will talk about her Ute art and writing in the exhibit “Healing the Heart, Transforming the Spirit.” For more information, call 249-3098.

Ducks Unlimited banquet

MONTROSE — The Montrose Chapter of Ducks Unlimited is holding its annual banquet Saturday, April 28 at the Holiday Inn Express. The event will feature a dinner, live and silent auctions and raffles in celebration of Ducks Unlimited 70th anniversary of habitat conservation. Cost of tickets is $50 per person and $75 per couple. Ticket prices include a one-year membership. Corporate seating is available. Purchase tickets by April 13 and receive a sheet of bonus raffle tickets. For more information, call Jerry at 249-4667.

‘Run for shelter’

MONTROSE — The San Juan Mountain Runners are sponsoring the 4th annual “Run for Shelter” on Saturday, April 28. The event benefits both Tri-County Resource Center and Girls on the Run. The 5k course starts at 9 a.m. in Baldridge Park and follows trails and the bike path along the Uncompahgre River corridor. Register at active.com, pick up an entry form at City Market or Backstreet Bagel locations, or print a form at sjmr.org. For more information, call 249-8536.

March of Dimes ‘WalkAmerica’

GRAND JUNCTION — The March of Dimes will host its “WalkAmerica” fund-raiser on Saturday, April 28 at Lincoln Park and throughout downtown Grand Junction. Registration will be held at 7:45 a.m. at Lincoln Park; walk begins at 9 a.m. For more information, call (970) 243-0894.

Free shuffleboard clinic

MONTROSE — A free shuffleboard clinic will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 1 at the Pavilion Shuffleboard pad on the north lawn. All equipment is provided. For more information, call Amy at 252-4884.

All Women’s Spring Renewal

MONTROSE — The 19th Annual All Women’s Spring Renewal, “The Faithfulness of God ... Rekindling Your Focus,” featuring speaker and author Ellie Lofaro, will be held May 4 and 5 at the Montrose Pavilion. Inspirational music will be provided by local vocalist Katie Davis of Montrose and Karen Higuera of Grand Junction. For more information, call 323-5155.

Car show

MONTROSE — The Black Canyon Classics will host a show ‘n’ shine from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, May 6 at the Wal-Mart parking lot. The Ridgway solar car team will be selling food and drinks as a fund-raiser. People’s choice award and manager’s choice award will be given out.

Centenarians invited to celebrate 100 years in May

MONTROSE — On Friday, May 11, the Colorado Commission on Aging and the Region 10 Area Agency on Aging will host “Through the Generations,” a once-in-a-lifetime bash for centenarians from Delta, Montrose, Hinsdale, Gunnison, San Miguel and Ouray counties. The celebration will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Express in Montrose. If you or someone you know has seen a century or more of life, contact Michele Gad at the Region 10 Area Agency on Aging at 249-2436, ext. 15, for more information.

Wine festival fund-raiser

DELTA — The 3rd Annual Mountain Vineyard Wine Festival will be held Saturday, June 16. Participants will visit four different vineyards including Jack Rabbit Hill Winery, Leroux Creek, Stoney Mesa and Orchard Valley Farms tasting rooms. Tickets for the event are $50 per person. Proceeds from the event go to benefit Delta County Memorial Hospital’s Oncology Center. For more information and to purchase tickets, call 874-2730.

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Out & About

MONTROSE — The Daily Press is looking for your pictures. We’ll take photos you’ve taken from various events, happenings in the community, your travels, animals or just people on the street for “Our Community” page.

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Montrose unveils public art exhibit

MONTROSE — The City of Montrose, along with the Montrose Chamber of Commerce Public Art eXperience (PAX) committee, is now displaying eight bronze sculptures by artist Robert J. Wick of Arizona. The collection will be on display for one year at various locations around Montrose. Wick’s sculptures are for sale, and interested persons may contact the chamber at 249-5000 for more information.

Food bank needs volunteers

MONTROSE — Sharing Ministries Food Bank of Montrose is in need of volunteers to help with daily tasks of receiving, sorting, boxing and distributing food at Sharing Ministries’ warehouse location in Montrose. To volunteer, call 240-8385.

Rim drives open at Black Canyon

MONTROSE — The South and North Rim Roads are open at the Black Canyon National Park. Loop A of the South Rim Campground and the North Rim Campground are also open, but water is not yet available. Snow and mud may be present on some of the trails, but all overlooks are open. The South Rim Visitor Center is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. through the spring. For more information, call 249-1914, ext. 423.

Donate to senior class party

MONTROSE — The 2007 Senior Class Party Committee is seeking donations from the community to make the upcoming party a big attraction to seniors by providing food, prizes and cash donations. If you or your business would like to donate, contact Emily at 252-0212 or Kristy at 249-7591. Cash donations may be mailed (checks payable to MHS Senior Class of 2007) to 3116 Monte Vista Circle, Montrose, CO 81401.

Memorial fund set up

OURAY — A memorial fund has been set up in honor of Ouray residents Addie Sim and Ramona Radcliff. Sim served as Ouray County Clerk from 1963 to 1994. She passed away Jan. 18, 2007. Radcliff served as Ouray County Treasurer from 1965 to the end of 2006. She passed away Feb. 23, 2007. Donations will be used to purchase a bench to be placed outside the Ouray County Courthouse. If enough funds are raised, plans are to purchase trees to be planted behind the bench. Donations may be made to: Sim/Radcliff Memorial Fund, c/o Ouray County Treasurer Jeannine Casolari, Box 149, Ouray, CO 81427.

Non-profit needs community’s support

OLATHE — Dream Catcher Therapy, a non-profit organization, opened it doors as a equine rescue and sanctuary called End of the Trail. Alpine Bank in Montrose has opened an account called “Dream Catcher Therapy: horse rescue” where people can make a donation to the organization. Alpine Bank is matching funds. To donate to the organization, stop by Alpine Bank or send a check to Dream Catcher Therapy, 5814 Hwy. 348, Olathe, CO 81425. For more information contact Kathy at 323-5400.

Donate to Pet Overpopulation Fund

MONTROSE — The Pet Overpopulation Fund, which helps furnish grants to veterinarians and animal care and control agencies to subsidize spay/neuter programs, is asking taxpayers to donate to the cause.

Donations can be made by checking off line 38 of the state income tax form and indicating the amount of the donation. The state will forward the designated amount to the fund and all donations are used to the benefit of cats and dogs. Locally, the Montrose Animal Protection Agency recieved a $15,000 grant from 2005 donations.

For more information about the fund, visit

Flamingo flocking fund-raiser

MONTROSE — The Montrose High School ASTRA Club is once again accepting orders for flamingo flockings. “Flamingos for Friends and Foes.” The 3-foot-tall yard flamingos can be rented from 20 to 100 birds per order; cost is $1 per bird. A neck tag explains who the birds are from and the occasion. Funds raised this year will go toward several local projects and helping youth in Uganda. For more information and reservations, call 240-0421.

County crews go to summer hours

MONTROSE — Beginning March 12 through Nov. 3, 2007, Montrose County Road and Bridge crews will be working summer hours, Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Fund for help Blas Family

MONTROSE — A medical benefit fund has been set up to help the family of Ubaldo Blas. Blas, 32, is a Montrose resident with two kids who recently was diagnosed with Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and is undergoing chemotherapy in Denver. People who would like to help the Blas family can make donation at the Montrose Bank to the Medical Benefit Fund of Ubaldo Blas. For more information contact mary Ramirez at 497-9408.

Public Lands Center seeking volunteers

MONTROSE — The Montrose Public Lands Center is looking for volunteers to be part of the visitor information team. The center is looking for people who like working with the public and are knowledgeable and passionate about the Bureau of Land Management, United States Forest Service and National Park Service lands in the area. Volunteers will greet visitors to the center, answer recreation and land use questions, answer the telephone and perform other general light office work. Training and a uniform will be provided. For more information, call Kevin Cohenour at 240-5308.

Seedling tree program

MONTROSE — Seedling trees are now available to order through the Colorado State University Cooperative Extension and Colorado State Forest Service Conservation Tree Program. To qualify you must own at least two acres of land. Trees must be planted for the purpose of creating windbreaks, wildlife habitat, erosion control, etc.; they many not be used for ornamental or landscaping plantings or sold as live trees. For application forms or additional information, call CSU extension office in Montrose at 249-3935.

National forest visitor map price changes

DELTA — The USDA Forest Service announced that National Forest/Grassland Visitor Map prices will increase from $6 for a paper map to $9; and from $7 for a plastic map to $10, effective Feb. 28, 2007. For more information, call 263-5829.

Memories/photos sought for Sampler Square building

MONTROSE — A luncheon is being planned at Amelia’s Restaurant for longtime residents who can share their memories and photos of the property at W. Main & S. Grand, now known as the Sampler Square building. If you have memories or stories to tell about the Burtis Packing Plant, ore sampling company, flour mill, the first electric power plant or any other historic uses, call Larry at (623) 374-5548.

UVLA continues tradition of legal service

MONTROSE — Uncompahgre Volunteer Legal Aid (UVLA) provides low-income residents of Montrose, Ouray and San Miguel counties and elderly residents of Montrose, Delta, Gunnison, Hinsdale, Ouray and San Miguel counties with legal assistance. The UVLA office, located at 307 Main St., Montrose, is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, however messages are checked on a daily basis. UVLA receives support from the Area Agency on Aging (AAA), a division of Region 10. To make an appointment or for more information, contact Patty at 249-7202.

VCB announces changes to funding policy

MONTROSE — The Board of Directors of the Montrose Visitors & Convention Bureau recently approved a change to the funding policy pertaining to special events. In recent years, applications for promotional funds have been accepted for review on a monthly basis, beginning January 2007, however, requests will be reviewed on a quarterly basis. Applications for funding must be submitted for review by the VCB Board no less than 120 days prior to the date of the actual event. Early application is appreciated; however, review of applications will take place no more than 180 days prior to the event. Review of applications will take place at the regular monthly VCB Board meetings in January, April, July and October. For more information, contact MVCB Director Michelle Gottlieb at 252-0505.

Benefit account

MONTROSE — A benefit account has been set up at Montrose Bank for Brett and Nichole Carlson and family of Montrose. Brett will be undergoing chemotherapy for the next six to seven months for liver problems and will be unable to work. The couple is also expecting their second child soon. To make a donation to the family, contact Lanay Crow at Montrose Bank at 249-3408.

Class of ‘77 seeking classmates

MONTROSE — The reunion committee for the Montrose High School Class of 1977 is planning its 30-year reunion Aug. 10 and 11, 2007. The committee needs contact information for classmates. Call Gaye at 240-6947, Terry at 249-2921 or Pam at 240-3782. Classmates are also welcome to join the reunion committee.

Volunteers needed for Habitat

MONTROSE — Habitat for Humanity has one home under construction, and one nearly ready for dedication. Volunteers, in teams or as individuals, are needed Fridays and Saturdays throughout the next three months. Volunteers are also needed at Habitat’s ReStore, picking up donations, preparing and arranging them for sale and staffing the store. For more information, call 252-9303.

Flag etiquette classes

MONTROSE — American Legion Post No. 73 is offering flag etiquette classes to local schools, churches and clubs. For more information, call John at 252-0047.

Volunteers needed

MONTROSE — The Montrose Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center is seeking volunteers to greet visitors, answer phones and help out in the office. A variety of shifts are available. For more information, call 249-5000.

Region 10 Hearing Aid Bank

MONTROSE — The Region 10 Hearing Aid Bank provides donated hearing aids to individuals who need them. The Hearing Aid Bank serves those in Montrose, San Miguel, Hinsdale, Delta, Gunnison and Ouray counties. Those who have hearing aids that are no longer needed can donate them to the Region 10 Hearing Aid Bank in return for a tax deduction. For more information or to apply for service, call Region 10 Area Agency on Aging at 249-2436 or audiologist Pam Petersen at 527-6290. Information is also available through Montrose County Health and Human Services at 252-5000.

Jail ministries in need of cars

MONTROSE — Montrose Jail Ministries is in need of used cars (running or in need of minor repair) to give to families in need. For more information, call 209-5001 or 240-5965.

Christ’s Kitchen needs volunteers

MONTROSE — Christ’s Kitchen needs volunteers for three-hour periods on Mondays, Wednesdays, and especially on Fridays. For more details, call coordinator Nancy Hanna at 252-0612.

Family education/support meetings

MONTROSE — Midwestern Colorado Mental Health Center is providing Family Education and Support meetings regarding addictions and recovery issues. Meetings are held every Monday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the mental health center, 605 E. Miami. There is no fee for the meetings, and they are open to the public. For more information, contact Mike Barton at 249-9694.

Senior referral desk

MONTROSE — The Senior Resource Referral desk at the Montrose Pavilion is open Monday through Friday at 9 a.m. to provide resource information to assist seniors with problems and issues. For more information, call 252-4889.

Compost bins available

MONTROSE — As part of their ongoing efforts to promote recycling, the Environmental Committee of the Montrose Altrusa Club, along with the City of Montrose Recycle Task Force, is selling expandable compost bins for $20 each. The bins are made from heavy black plastic, with air holes in the sides, and are expandable and portable. They are available at city hall and are also being sold at Farmers Market on Saturdays. For more information on purchasing the compost bins, contact Dorothy at 249-8954.

Chorus info

DELTA — The Del-Rose Chorus of Sweet Adelines practices every Thursday at 7 p.m. at Delta Middle School. The chorus welcomes all ladies who love to sing to come and join the group. For more information, contact Susanna at 874-3028 or Cheryl at 249-3660.

New policy from state Dept. of Revenue

MONTROSE — Effective July 1, 2006 Montrose County Clerk and Recorder’s Office will be implementing a new policy from the Colorado State Department of Revenue. This policy requires all motor vehicle transactions to be accompanied by any form of secure and verifiable identification. The following is a list of transactions that will require your identification:

Also when someone other than a named owner chooses to complete a transaction for the named owner, the named owner will be required to provide a non-secure power of attorney naming the agent. All dealers are required to include a readable photocopy of the SVI to complete title transactions. For more information, contact Carol Kruse, Montrose County Clerk and Recorder at 249-3362 or e-mail to: ckruse@montrose.co.us; or the Department of Revenue/State Titles and Registration Section (303) 205-5608.

Immunization clinics

MONTROSE — Montrose County Health & Human Services offers routine, childhood and foreign travel vaccines administered by registered nurses. Call 252-5000 for an appointment.

Volunteer board members sought

MONTROSE — Voices for Children, a non-profit agency that provides volunteer advocates for abused children in the court system, has openings on its board of directors. The board is seeking individuals from the business, education, law enforcement and general communities of Delta, Montrose, Ouray and Gunnison counties who have an interest in children. Board members typically spend an average of four to six hours per month. Interested persons are encouraged to call the Voices for Children director, Annie Smith, at 249-0337, for more information and an application packet.

Migrant Seasonal Head Start

OLATHE — The Migrant Seasonal Head Start, an early childhood development program, is now providing services for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years of migrant families that are working in agriculture. Services are free to qualifying families, and children with disabilities are welcome to the program. Applications will continue to be accepted throughout the agricultural season. For more information, call Terry at 323-9226.

Meals on Wheels volunteers needed

MONTROSE — Volunteer drivers are needed for the Meals on Wheels Program in the Montrose area. There are between 80 to 85 meals delivered to the homebound Monday through Friday from the Montrose Pavilion Senior Center, on six different routes. The meals are picked up at 11 a.m. at the senior center. Each route takes from 45 minutes to one hour to deliver. Volunteers usually sign up for one week at a time. For more information, contact Debra at 249-9423 from 9 to 10 a.m. or leave a message.

Quit smoking program

MONTROSE — The Colorado Quitline, a free telephone service that helps callers quit smoking and using tobacco, has announced that it is now offering free nicotine replacement therapy in the form of patches to anyone who enrolls in the cessation program. Anyone wanting to quit and take advantage of this free ongoing offer should call the Colorado Quitline (1-800-639-QUIT). This service is available in English and Spanish, seven days a week. This service is also available for the deaf and hard of hearing at TTY: 800-259-2656. Because of the large volume of calls you may receive a busy signal. Please call (303) 692-2574 or (303) 692-2510. Be sure to leave a message with your name and phone number. All messages will be returned within 24 hours on weekdays. For more information, call 252-5012.

Health care for women

MONTROSE — Raising a family requires stamina, patience, understanding, love and good health. It is important for all women to have access to health care specific to their health needs. The Montrose County Department of Health & Human Services provides health care services that are important to the health of women. To make an appointment to discuss health care options, call 252-7052.

Volunteer tutors needed

MONTROSE — Volunteer tutors for reading, writing, math and English are needed for the Adult Basic Education program. No experience necessary. Training provided. Call 249-2028 for more info.

Sons of American Legion

MONTROSE — Montrose American Legion Post 73 has received inquiries and interest about starting a Sons of the American Legion Squadron in Montrose. All male descendants, adopted sons and stepsons of members of the American Legion and descendants of veterans who died in service during WWI, WWII, Korean Conflict, Vietnam War, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama and the Persian Gulf War are eligible for membership in the S.A.L. Present members of the American Legion are also eligible for membership. For more information, contact Arthur at 252-1492.

Task force targets pedestrian safety

MONTROSE — The Traffic Issues Task Force, a group commissioned by the City of Montrose to examine current and future issues within the city, has targeted pedestrian safety as one of its top priorities. An educational pamphlet containing “rules of the road” and safety tips for pedestrians and motorists has been prepared for distribution to the public. The Montrose Police Department and Montrose Fire Protection District personnel will be working cooperatively to distribute the pamphlet to pedestrians and motorists on the street. Police officers are available to present safety training to schools and other community groups or organizations. To schedule training, contact the Montrose Police Department at 252-5200.

Suicide support group

MONTROSE — The Heartbeat Support Group assists people who have experienced loss through suicide. The group meets the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Montrose Christian Church. For more information, call Vivian at 240-0827.

Family planning clinic update

OLATHE — Starting in September, the Family Planning Clinic of Montrose County Department of Health and Human Services will be holding a clinic one Wednesday a month at their Olathe Clinic site. Women seeking family planning services and women participating in the CWCCI (Colorado Women’s Cancer Control Initiative) can call 252-7052 to make an appointment or for more information.

Breast cancer awareness

MONTROSE — Women over the age of 40 who have never had a mammogram are encouraged to contact Montrose County Department of Health and Human Services for a free screening. Call 252-7052 to find out if you qualify for this free screening and to make an appointment.

DivorceCare group

MONTROSE — A DivorceCare Support Group is now meeting every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at 222 S. Townsend Ave. Support group topics include facing anger, depression and loneliness, new relationships, single sexuality, forgiveness and reconciliation. Call Ken or Cheri at 874-5143 for more information.

Senior advocates needed

MONTROSE — Volunteer advocates, who work with residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities to help prevent elderly abuse, neglect or exploitation, are needed in Delta, Montrose and Gunnison counties. Interested persons may call Jane Poulos, Region 10 ombudsman at (970) 527-7055.

Free training assistance

MONTROSE — The Training Advantage at the Montrose Workforce Center, 504 N. First Street., is offering free training for 19 to 21-year-olds to upgrade skills for better job opportunities. Applicants must meet WIA eligibility requirements. For more information on this program, call 249-7783.

Health & Human Services needs volunteers

MONTROSE — Montrose County Health & Human Services is in need of year-round volunteers for ongoing agency programs as well as those who want to help with seasonal events such as the Giving Tree. No experience is necessary. If you are interested in volunteering, register with R.S.V.P. (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) at 249-9639 between the hours of 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Fire district needs to see numbers

MONTROSE — The Montrose Fire Protection District is asking all area residents to display their street numbers clearly on the front of their homes. Homes without street numbers displayed are difficult for fire, EMS, and police services to locate, especially at night. Addresses clearly displayed on the fronts of houses will help shorten response times for these services. For more information, call 249-9181.

Drive a cancer patient to treatment

MONTROSE — The American Cancer Society is seeking volunteers for its “Road to Recovery” program. Volunteers provide transportation for cancer patients to and from their cancer treatments. The main requirements are the desire to help others, a good driving record and an insured car in good working condition. Interested persons can call Holly at the American Cancer Society at 970-242-9593 for more information about the program.

Give the gift of time

MONTROSE — Partners of Delta, Montrose and Ouray is seeking adult volunteers to mentor youth three hours a week for a one-year partnership. Partners offers monthly activities, training and guidance. Call 249-1116 in Montrose; 874-4661 in Delta; and 626-9861 in Ouray County or visit www.partners-west.org.

Heirlooms for Hospice needs donations

MONTROSE — Heirlooms for Hospice, an upscale resale shop, is in need of donations. Items such as furniture, gently worn clothing, collectables and house ware are appreciated. Donations are accepted during the hours of 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Proceeds from the store help provide quality hospice care as well as emotional, spiritual and grief support to patients and their families. For more information, contact Cindy in Montrose at 252-3648 or Anne in Grand Junction at 254-8556.

Grant available for children

MONTROSE — Holistic Health Resources of the San Juans announces an Alternative Care Assistance Grant for children ages birth to 18 in Montrose and San Miguel Counties. Services available through the grant include: counseling, physical therapy, hippotherapy, chiropractic, acupuncture, massage and other alternative and complementary healthcare modalities. Qualification for the sliding scale grant is based on family income and number of individuals in the family. For more information or to apply, contact Suzi at 252-7255.

Montrose family planning services

MONTROSE — Montrose Family Planning, 1845 S. Townsend Ave., offers the following confidential services for women: annual women’s exams, contraception needs and reproductive health services at low cost. Call for an appointment at 252-7052.

MADA’s closet

MONTROSE — Free clothing, household items and miscellaneous items are available at MADA’s (Mexican-American Development Association) Closet from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at 17 North 6th Street in Montrose. For more information, call 249-4774.

Well child program

MONTROSE — Montrose County Health and Human Services is now offering a Well Child Program to the community. The program will provide the following services for children, from 0-19 years: sports physicals, camp physicals, daycare physicals and school physicals. Fees are based on a sliding fee schedule. Medicaid accepted. Appointments are available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. To receive additional information or schedule an appointment, call 252-5000.

DAV looking for volunteer drivers

MONTROSE — The local Disabled American Veterans (DAV) chapter is seeking volunteers to act as drivers to transport Veterans Administration (VA) patients from the Montrose area to the VA clinic in Montrose and the VA hospital in Grand Junction. The local DAV chapter will receive a new seven-passenger van for this purpose, and the volunteers would each drive about one day each month. You do not need to be a DAV member or a veteran to be a volunteer driver. Call Mark at 240-0392 or Wes at 249-7595 for more information.

Crime stoppers board meeting

MONTROSE — The Montrose Crime Stoppers announces the start of a monthly board meeting schedule on the third Thursday of every month at 1020 S. Townsend Ste. C at 4 p.m.

Share love of art

MONTROSE — Partners of Delta, Montrose and Ouray is looking for adult artists (any medium) to mentor local youth for a three-month art partnership. For more information, call 249-1116 or visit www.partners-west.org.

Become a volunteer for visually impaired

MONTROSE — The Center for Independence has a recreation/support group in Montrose and Delta specifically for adults who are visually impaired. The center currently has one recreation activity scheduled on the second Thursday of each month and is looking for volunteers for this program. Training and support is provided. Time requirement is approximately six hours per month. Call Diana Martinez, Outreach Independent Living Coordinator at 241-0315 for more information.

La Leche League info

MONTROSE — A new series of La Leche League meetings are being held at The First Church of the Nazarene in Montrose. Services available include monthly informational meetings, lending library and 24-hour phone help for breastfeeding problems or questions. All mothers and their babies are welcome. For directions to the meeting or more information call 874-2959.

Pay utilities more easily

MONTROSE — Now city residents can authorize payments for city utilities directly from their checking or savings accounts at no charge. You can start this service by calling the city of Montrose Utility Billing Department at 240-1466 and a form will be mailed to you. Residents can also access the form on the City Web site at http://ci.montrose.co.us.

Resource guide available

MONTROSE — Montrose Memorial Hospital and the Montrose RE-1J Interagency Transition Board have created a human services resource guide for the central Western slope of Colorado on the Web site www.montrosehumanresource.com. Current participants are encouraged to visit this Web site and check their information for accuracy. Please leave a fax number in order to complete necessary information for being included in the guide. For more information contact Janet Johannessen at 249-2405 or e-mail jjohannessen@mcsd.k12.co.us.

Visit free room at library

MONTROSE — The Montrose Library offers a selection of books and materials free for taking in the “free room” at the library. There are tax forms, information about a variety of organizations and programs in the community, magazines and mail order catalogs. In addition to a selection of books, the room also features encyclopedias, computer books, Readers Digest Condensed Books, miscellaneous fiction and nonfiction books and textbooks. Children’s books and magazines are offered when available.

Health aid available

OLATHE — The Farm Worker Health Services is offering assistance with medical, dental and medications to eligible agricultural workers. To find out if you qualify for services, call 323-0538.

Be a child’s reading buddy

MONTROSE — The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) has children waiting for the Reading Buddies program and is seeking volunteers who are 55 or older. If you are interested, please call Norma at 249-9639.

Get free legal advice

MONTROSE — Free legal services are available at the Montrose County Justice Center for low-income individuals. Divorce questions are handled Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m., and other non-criminal problems on Thursdays and Fridays at 9:30 a.m. Call 249-9658 for information.