MONTROSE — The San Juan Sams chapter of the National Good Sams RV Club is sponsoring a yard sale Saturday, May 19, in connection with the Annual Great U.S. Highway 50 Yard Sale to benefit “Dogs for the Deaf.” The sale will be held in the old Gibson store parking lot on East Main, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call Julia at 249-0507.
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Flag retirement ceremony
MONTROSE — The Montrose American Legion Post 73, Olathe American Legion Post 24, Montrose D.A.V. Post 17 and Montrose V.F.W. Post 784 will be holding an American flag retirement ceremony in Olathe at Post 24 on Flag Day, Thursday, June 14 starting at 7 p.m. Flags may be dropped off at the Montrose Chamber of Commerce; Olathe Town Hall or Olathe True Value by June 12. The public is invited to participate in the ceremony. For more information, call 252-1492.
MAPA to meet
MONTROSE — The Montrose Animal Protection Agency (MAPA) will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 15 in the conference room at the Montrose Animal Shelter. The public is invited to attend. For more information, call 240-9965.
Woodworkers guild to meet
MONTROSE — The Woodworkers Guild of Western Colorado will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, May 15 at 63620 Jig Rd., Montrose. Woodcrafters Glen Ahlberg, Richard Sprankle and Walt Hill will be the featured speakers. For more information and directions, call Martin at 252-1086 or Jim at 249-7879.
Hospice memorial service
MONTROSE — Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado is presenting a Spring Memorial Service at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 15 in the courtyard of the care center located at 645 S. 5th St., Montrose. This is a special ceremony to remember and honor loved ones we have lost. The service is free to anyone who wishes to participate, and children are encouraged to attend. For more information or to arrange transportation, call Don at 240-7734.
All about Alzheimer’s
MONTROSE — A general information session about Alzheimer’s disease will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 15 at Sunrise Creek Assisted Living, 1968 Sunrise Dr., Montrose. The class is open to the public and free of charge. Please register with the Alzheimer’s Association at (970) 256-1274 or laurie.frasier@alz.org.
Take a hike
MONTROSE — The Montrose 500 Mile Walkers have planned the following hikes and activities for May. 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.
Parent education night
MONTROSE — Life Choices Pregnancy Center is sponsoring a parent education night on the subject of teen sexuality from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 16 at the center located at 200 S. 4th St. For more information, call 249-4302.
Archaeological society to meet
MONTROSE — On Wednesday, May 16, the regular monthly program of the Chipeta Chapter of the Colorado Archaeological Society will feature an illustrated talk by Dr. Mark Varien on two decades of research at Mesa Verde. The free, public event begins at 7 p.m. in the Montrose United Methodist Church.
Community blood drives
DELTA — St. Mary’s Regional Blood Center will hold community blood drives on the following dates:
Photo ID required.
For more information, call 244-2066.
Health care seminar
MONTROSE — The Uncompahgre Chapter of Health Care for all Colorado will present “Health Care Crisis,” introducing a single-payer system for all people living in Colorado, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 16 at the Montrose Regional Library meeting room. Presenter will be Richard Gingery, M.D. For more information, call 209-2423 or visit www.hcac.montrosehealth.org.
UMC presents free concert
MONTROSE — The United Methodist Church will present a free concert, “Images of Faith,” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 16 in the church sanctuary at the corner of Park Avenue and South First Street. The concert is the kickoff to the church’s 125th anniversary celebration in August. In addition to the concert, there will be a display of artwork, photography and woodworking by church members. The public is invited to attend both the concert and art display. For more information, call 249-3716.
ShareFest event
MONTROSE — ShareFest Montrose/Olathe 2007 is sponsoring three internationally known members of the Christian community at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 16 at the Montrose Pavilion. Guests will include George Otis, documentary film producer; Ruth Ruibal, civic leader from Cali, Colombia; and Adi Asenaca Caucau, member of parliament and cabinet minister from Fiji. Seating is limited. Admission is free with advanced tickets available at Genesis Christian Marketplace. For more information, call 249-4505.
Pilot’s association to meet
MONTROSE — The Black Canyon Pilot’s Association will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 17 in the commercial terminal cafe. All interested persons are invited to attend.
Newcomers Club social
MONTROSE — The Newcomers Club will have a potluck dinner at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 17 in DMEA’s conference room, located at 11925 63.00 Rd. Participants should bring a side dish or dessert. Cost is $3 per person; RSVP by May 10 to Arlene at 252-9678 or Mary at 249-8955.
MCP to perform ‘Crazy for You’
MONTROSE — “Crazy for You,” the George and Ira Gershwin adaptation of their 1930’s musical, “Girl Crazy,” will be performed at the Magic Circle Theatre. Evening performances are scheduled for May 18, 19, 25, 26 and June 1 and 2. Sunday matinees are scheduled for May 20 with a special benefit performance for the Montrose High School Bel Canto Choir on Sunday, June 3. For ticket information, call 249-7838.
MHS drama club to perform
MONTROSE — The Montrose High School Drama Club will perform “The Three Little Pigs, Revised,” at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 19 at The Climbing Tree Children’s Museum. The event is free with paid admission to the museum. For more information, call 240-8733.
Plant sale fund-raiser
MONTROSE — The Montrose Botanical Society will be holding its 10th Annual Plant Sale Fund-raiser from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 19 at the Montrose Botanic Gardens south of the Montrose Pavilion. All proceeds go to the continued development of the gardens. For more information or to donate to the sale, call 252-1352.
Christian Science lecture
MONTROSE — The public is invited to a free lecture, “Fulfilling your God-Given Purpose,” sponsored by the Christian Science Society of Montrose, at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 19 in the Montrose Library meeting room.
5K run at Centennial
MONTROSE — Centennial Middle School is hosting a spaghetti dinner, silent auction and 5K race on May 18 and 19. The spaghetti dinner and silent auction will be held at the school’s cafeteria on Friday, May 18 starting at 5 p.m.; silent auction tables close at 7 p.m. Cost is $5 for adults and $3.50 for students.
The 5K run/walk will be held Saturday, May 19, starting at the Centennial Track at 8:30 a.m. Race day registration and packet pick-up will begin at 7 a.m. and end at 8 a.m. The first 150 students and 150 adults to register will receive a free “Braves Run” t-shirt. Race divisions include: elementary students; six-, seven-, and eighth-grade students; high school students; 19-29 years; 30-39 years; 40-49 years; and 50 and older.
Register before May 11 and save! After May 11, register at the race to avoid race-day confusion. Cost for students is $7 before May 11 and $10 the day of the race. Adults are $20 for early registration and $25 the day of the race.
For more information contact Joe Simo at 249-2576 or e-mail: joe.simo@mcsd.org.
DMEA candidates forum
HOTCHKISS — Delta County Farmers Union and the Delta County League of Women Voters are sponsoring a DMEA Candidate Forum for Districts 2 and 3 at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 19 at Memorial Hall, 127 N. 1st St. in Hotchkiss. For more information, call Ashley at (970) 527-4541 or Peggy at (970) 856-6255.
Jigsaw puzzle exchange
MONTROSE — The community is invited to a 2-for-1 Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, May 19 in the Montrose Library’s community room. Bring one puzzle and take home two. All jigsaw puzzlers are welcome. The event is sponsored by the Community for Spiritual Awareness. Call 252-0908 for more information.
Audubon field trip
NUCLA — Birders are invited to an instructional field trip on May 19-20 for those interested in participating in a training program for collecting data for the second edition of the Colorado Breeding Bird Atlas. Coen Dexter and Brenda Wright will meet with participants at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 19 at the Pinyon Bridge near Nucla. Birding will continue on Sunday, May 20. For more information and directions, contact Dexter at (970) 864-7195.
Church hosts jazz fest
MONTROSE — The Hillcrest Congregational United Church of Christ will present its annual Jazz Sunday Festival at 10 a.m. Sunday, May 20 at 611 S. Hillcrest Dr. The community is invited to attend. For more information, call 249-9047.
Woman’s Club meeting
MONTROSE — The Montrose Woman’s Club will meet at noon Monday, May 21 at the Lions Park Clubhouse. The program will feature the Bel Canto Choir from Montrose High School, followed by a Mexican fiesta pot-luck luncheon. This is the last monthly meeting until September. For more information, call Janet at 249-3903.
Visual arts guild meeting
MONTROSE — Montrose Visual Arts Guild will meet at 1 p.m. Monday, May 21 at the Sunset Mesa Funeral building on Merchant Drive. Artist Sharon Marolf will be speaking on the subject, “Thinking Out Of The Box.” All interested persons are invited to attend.
Help support Bel Canto Choir
MONTROSE — Cold Stone Creamery in Montrose is hosting an ice cream social from noon to 9 p.m. Thursday, May 24. The business is donating 30 percent of its gross income to help support Montrose High School’s Bel Canto Choir on their trip to Washington, D.C. for the National Anthem project. For more information, call 240-6413.
Mountainfilm in Telluride
TELLURIDE — Mountainfilm, a showcase for independent films dealing with world cultures, adventure and the environment, will take place Memorial Day weekend in Telluride. The festival begins with the “Moving Mountains Symposium” on Energy on May 25 and is followed by a host of activities. For more information, call (970) 728-4123, ext. 10.
Memorial weekend services
DELTA — Mesa View Mortuary-Cemetery in Delta is hosting the following events:
For more information, call 874-8633.
Crawford community events
CRAWFORD — American Legion Post No. 190 will lead a memorial service in the Crawford cemetery beginning at 11 a.m. Sunday, May 27. Following the service, the community’s annual roast beef dinner will be served in the Methodist Church annex from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost of the dinner is $8 for adults and $4 for children under the age of 12. All are welcome to attend.
Summer speech and language clinic
MONTROSE — The Speech-Language Clinic at Montrose Memorial Hospital is offering a program this summer for children who are currently in speech-language therapy in the schools or are in need of speech-language intervention for the summer months. The program is designed as a small group program, and children will be grouped according to developmental age and area of therapy emphasis. The program offers weekly therapy sessions May 29 through Aug. 3. Families who have no medical insurance may apply for scholarships that are provided by the Scottish Rite Foundation. Call the Rehabilitation Department at 240-7369 for information and a registration packet.
Hospice volunteer training
MONTROSE — Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado is hosting volunteer training May 30, June 6, 13 and 27 at the Hospice office in Montrose, 645 S. 5th St., from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Dinner will be provided. To register or for more information, contact Judy at 252-2642.
Republican luncheon
MONTROSE — The Montrose County Republican Luncheon will be held at noon Wednesday, May 30 at the Holiday Inn Express. Meet the DMEA candidates for board of directors. Tickets are $12 per person and are available at DeVinny Jewelers or by calling Don at 323-5668.
Vacation Bible school
MONTROSE — First Presbyterian Church is hosting a Vacation Bible School, 9 a.m. to noon, June 4-8, for children entering kindergarten through fifth grade this fall. Registration is $10 per child. Scholarships are available. Registration forms are available at the church, 1840 E. Niagara Rd. Call 249-4732, ext. 37, for more information.
Summer youth program
MONTROSE — The Workforce Center is hosting a summer youth ‘boot camp’ at 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 6 at the Montrose Regional Library. Professionals will teach skills for getting and keeping a job. Space is limited. RSVP to 249-7783.
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.
4-H beef barbecue
MONTROSE — The Montrose County 4-H Beef Barbecue will be held from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 6 at Friendship Hall. Admission is $8 for adults; $6 for seniors (65 and older) and children under 12. A dance will follow the dinner. Tickets can be purchased from local 4-H members, the Montrose County Extension Office or at the door. For more information, call 249-3935.
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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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Airport parking
MONTROSE — The Montrose Regional Airport has changed the structure of its parking rates to provide free parking for customers using the parking lot for less than 30 minutes.
Board members sought
MONTROSE — The Black Canyon Boys & Girls Club has openings on its board of directors. The board is seeking individuals who have a passion for kids and a desire to create lasting bonds with other community organizations. Candidates must be able to commit up to 10 hours per month. Interested persons should contact the program support center at 249-5168 or stop by the club office at 12 S. Cascade Ave., No. 103.
May is Women’s Health Month
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.
Trujillo family fund
MONTROSE — A benefit fund for the E.J. and Melissa Trujillo family has been set up at both Montrose Bank locations. The fund will help with a variety of expenses for their 8-year-old son who was recently diagnosed with lymphoma.
Wellness screening
MONTROSE — Montrose County Department of Health and Human Services is offering a wellness screening from 9 to 11 a.m. every Thursday until May 17 at the Montrose Athletic Club. The health screening, which takes about 20 minutes to complete, includes nine tests for $30 per participant. Participants do not need to fast prior to the test. For more information, call 252-5012.
Citizens committee new meeting time
MONTROSE — The Citizens Committee for Funding Our Future (former Sales Tax Task Force) will now meet from 6 to 9 p.m. every Thursday at 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.
City mailing water consumer confidence reports
MONTROSE — The city of Montrose will be mailing copies of a new consumer confidence report concerning the community water systems served by Project 7 Water Authority.
The city began mailing the reports to residents Wednesday. The report covers the data collected in 2006. Residents are encouraged to review this information and contact their water provider or Project 7 with any questions.
Copies of this information will also be available at City Hall or appropriate water providers after May 1. Questions may be directed to water providers or to Project 7 at 249-5935.
An annual water quality consumer confidence report is required under 1996 Congressional amendments to the Safe Water Drinking Act. A community water system is defined as a system that has at least 15 service connections serving year-round residents. Typically, these systems include municipalities, homeowners associations, districts and other such organizations.
The reports include information on source water, the levels of any detected contaminants and compliance with drinking rules, plus certain educational materials.
Class of ‘97 looking for classmates
MONTROSE — The Montrose High School Class of 1997 is looking for classmates. A 10-year reunion will be held the weekend of Sept. 29, 2007. Information can be directed to: Janey Aufderheide at (805) 895-7254 or janey@maryjanephotography.net; Jamie (Goronno) Matoush, Jamesterlynn79@aol.com; or Heidi Voehringer at (970) 275-4698.
MHS senior class party donations sought
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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