Good day, Fort Lupton!

Belen Ward here, and happy Friday!

I was going through my photos and came across this one I took while covering the National Western Stock Show last month in a parking lot, featuring these sculptures on the back of a truck bed.

It’s an amazing annual event that kicks off with a parade for families and children to see rodeos and performances, enjoy a variety of animal events, visit an array of vendors, and showcase art and crafts.

I had to take a photo because of my love for art. This sculpture was unique, with long-horned skeleton heads, and it stopped me in my tracks on the way to the stock show arena, making me want to photograph it.

 Art is meaningful, with a story behind it, and it beautifies our homes and cities. 

Anyway, let’s get into this week’s news and events!

Skala’s teaching style was called out as a real success, doing real-life scenarios guiding her students as they run calls, such as a patient collapsing during a Zumba class, or a rural farmhouse scene that forces students to assess not only a patient’s condition but their own safety before stepping further into the situation.

Bella Vista is pre-selling offering modern homes with single- and two-story floor plans, functional living, and up to 2,410 square feet. Each home features five bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, as well as primary suites and walk-in closets.

The national internet provider Ripple Fiber hosted the grand opening of its new office at 4030 Bruin Blvd. in Frederick Feb. 24. Ripple offers three tiers of high-speed internet residential packages, starting with 500 mbps and ramping up to 2 gigs.

They are offering their service to Fort Lupton as well as the Carbon Valley.

📖 If you’re a history buff, the Museum is displaying an exhibit and special events. They also offer tour groups. For more information about scheduling a personalized tour or group event, please contact us at 303-857-1634. Teachers call to plan a field trip to the Fort Lupton City Museum. Here are some of their special events:

Sip and Chat Tea Time at the Museum- Adults ☕

Bring a treat to share with stories of Fort Lupton on 4th Thursday of the month 11 am-2 pm.

📚 Cuantitos at the Museum- Children age 0 to 4.

Spanish story time presented by the Fort Lupton Public & School Library, 3rd Thursday of the month at 10 am.

🤠 Featured Exhibits

A Special Tribute to the art of Quilting, Buffalo Soldiers history, the Arrowhead collection of Ralph Haynes, The Fort Lupton Migrant Farm Labor Camp, Fort Lupton’s, Tomato Canning History, The story of Daisy Frink, and The First Lady of the Nation’s Canning Industry.

The Museum collection includes the history of the town of Fort Lupton, along with the families who built and remain a part of the community.

👵Adult Monthly Activities at the Fort Lupton Recreation Center 👴

🥪 Monday Friendly Fork Lunch

Stop by and have senior lunch served every Monday. Lunch is served at noon with socializing and announcements before. A reservation is required and must be made by 4 p.m. on the Thursday before the Monday lunch.

Reservations can be made by calling the Rec. Center at 303-857-4200. This helps in planning for the correct lunch count to our providers at UNC. The cost for seniors 60+ is a $5 donation. For those under 60, it’s $14.

The Recreation Center also offers resources during the lunches to help check blood pressures and offer hearing assistance. Blood pressure checks are offered on the 2nd & 4th Mondays by the local Fire Dept. and paramedics.

🎂 Birthday Celebration

Come celebrate your birthday at the Rec. Center. Seniors who have birthdays for that month receive a free lunch on the first Monday only. Reservations are required as normal.

☕ Senior Coffee Group

Meets on Wednesdays at 8:00 a.m. in the Senior lounge. Come join others for a cup of coffee, a donut, and conversation.

🃏 Bridge Group

Meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 1 pm and the second Friday of the month.

They are always looking for more bridge players...If interested in joining the group, contact Marlene at 303-857-2337.

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