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First Day Of School For Jeffco Kids + Lakewood Symphony Is Back!

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For many students in Lakewood, CO, today is the first day of school! If you're driving around, please slow down and pay attention in school zones! This means that you should also be paying attention to the posted speed limits, crossing guards with stop signs and making sure the crosswalk is clear. Have a great day, and be safe out there!

Yup, it's still summer! Weather today: Clear and hot. High: 94 Low: 64.

Here are the top stories today in Lakewood:

  1. Jefferson County School District, as of today-August 17th, all Jeffco students from ages 3 to 11 years-old, will be required to wear masks while at school. Additionally, the school district is recommending that students 12-18 years-old also wear masks – vaccinated or not. (JEFFCO)
  2. The Lakewood Symphony Orchestra announces its grand re-opening concert on August 28, at the Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park Amphitheater. (Lakewood Patch)
  3. More crummy air quality this week. Yup, here comes the smoke again. Metro Denver's air quality is expected to get worse this week, marking the 41st consecutive day of Air Quality Alerts. (CBS4)
  4. John "Jack" Theisen (1938–2021) Mr. Theisen lived the majority of his life in Englewood and Lakewood, Colorado and worked as an electrician for the Mosler Safe Company. (Legacy.com)
  5. COVID19 Update: Looks like the CDC's new guidance for the COVID19 Delta variant is suggesting retailers once again have employees and customers mask up. (Lakewood Patch)

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Today in Lakewood

  • Jefferson County Commissioners Weekly Meeting: Wanna find out what is happening with Jefferson County Government? These weekly county commissioner meetings are once again virtual due to CoVID19 concerns, you can access to the agenda and meeting here: (8:00AM)
  • Jeffco Career Exploration (via WebEx): Looking for the right career path? Discover a variety of tools to explore new job opportunities. You'll be empowered, prepared and motivated to follow a career path that you may have only dreamed of. (9:00AM - 12:00PM)
  • City of Lakewood Head Start Committee Meeting: The City of Lakewood offers a wide range of programs and levels of financial assistance for preschool-aged children, and this is the meeting for this program. (Zoom link to the meeting: 4:30PM)
  • West Metro Chamber Trailblazers (No Blazers Required): A unique networking opportunity that does not require blazers! Members and non-members are invited to join a networking hike that kicks off at the Deer Creek Canyon Trailhead. (5:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
  • Interested in learning more about the Freemasons? You can attend this Meet & Greet for Prospects at Lakewood Masonic Lodge #170 (6:30–9:30PM)

Lakewood Patch Notebook

  • Add this to your list for Tuesday: Don't miss the West Colfax Community Association's meeting on August 18, 2021, where Lakewood Mayor Adam Paul will be discussing all things Casa Bonita (West Colfax)
  • City of Golden Public Works Citizen Academy : Ever wondered how a city's water is treated? Or how they maintain and repair infrastructure? You'll learn this, and much more at the City of Golden's Public Works Citizen's Academy, which begins on August 25, 2021 (City of Golden)
  • Learn Latte Art: You've always wanted to learn artistic milk steaming techniques, right? This class at Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters will teach you how to make consistent foam, as well as the proper pouring techniques to create beautiful Latte Art. (Eventbrite)
  • Colorado Ballet: Today is the last day to save 15%* on your single tickets purchase! Use promo code BALLETISBACK at checkout. (Instagram)

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