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From Summit to Soldier – An Parker event to raise funds for troops overseas
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Have you wondered what you could do to tangibly help our troops in Iraq? Prayer is always needed, but on top of that, sharing what we have with the men and women who selflessly give themselves in the service to our country seems a small price to pay to support them in their missions both here and abroad.
Parker local and former marine Chris Faust is doing just that by spearheading an indoor rock wall speed climbing competition at the Parker Fieldhouse April 24 to support Troops Need You, a 501c3 charity. Troops Need You has received national attention for building a community of 20,000 supporters who deliver needed supplies to soldiers and Marines on the home front, and in Iraq and Afghanistan. Each dollar raised will directly support troops in Iraq and Afghanistan with mission-related supplies.
The event begins at noon, and the United States Marine Corps and Air Force will present first place awards at 5:30 p.m.
Speed climbing consists of a climber trying to reach the top of the rock wall in the fastest time possible. Each climber is allowed three attempts, and there is a separate wall for each division.
April 24th 2010
Start time: Noon
Awards Presented at 5:30 p.m. by the United States Marine Core and the United States Air Force.
The Parker Fieldhouse
18700 East Plaza Drive
Parker, CO 80134-9494
Climbers and registration fees: Beginners and children 10 and younger, $10. Advanced climbers, $15. Open climbers, $20. To register, visit www.faustservices.com/registration.
Chris Faust is spearheading the event and hopes to raise over $1,000.
What is Troops Need You? This group was founded not only to support the troops emotionally but to also “go beyond the care package” and supply them with the things they really need! Watch this video for more information.
You can make an immediate change in the lives of soldiers by directly supporting a deployed unit or healing warrior here at home.
Become a Battle Buddy!
Each week a different need is highlighted and this week Capt Ness in Muqdadiyah Iraq. He and his troop are working to build soccer fields for the local kids and provide them with sports equipment, nets, balls and jerseys to provide them with something fun and positive to have in their lives. See his requests in the video below.
Want to find a support a soldier in Iraq or a returning soldier? See their projects and requests here.
Parker Master Gardener offering classes
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Parker Recreation is offering a class, taught by a Master Gardener, covering gardening basics for our unique climate: soil, weather, mulch, fertilizer, Xeriscaping, lawn care, pests, selection and care of trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals and more!
Plant lists will be handed out to help you create a beautiful and successful garden for your home. This is a great refresher class for seasoned gardeners too.
Join us at the Mainstreet Center:
Saturday, May 9 – Learning the Basics, $15 R/$17 NR
Saturday, May 16 – Growing Vegetables, $15 R/$17 NR
Saturday, May 30 – Lawn Care 101, $15 R/$17 NR
Register online at www.ParkerRec.com or call Kelly at 303.434.1560 for more information.
Chauncey Billups Basketball Academy
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Basketball Camp
Basketball Camp
Four-time NBA All-Star Chauncey Billups is bringing his Basketball Academy to the Parker Fieldhouse June 29 to July 2.
Chauncey Billups has developed a philosophy along with his camp coaches that is instrumental to a young person’s basketball career. That philosophy is to have fun while learning and competing in this wonderful sport. Our mission is to teach each camper how to enjoy the game while developing fundamental skills.
Registration is now open online at www.ParkerRec.com for youth ages 6 to 17. Hurry as space is limited! Each camper will receive a t-shirt and basketball.
Prom is almost here Parker Colorado!
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And so is one of Parker’s own back to do her magic with your hair for Prom. Bethany graduated from Ponderosa and Cosmetology School in 2004 and has been doing updo’s for prom’s, weddings, graduations and other special events since she went to Chapparal for 7th & 8th Grade. She has finally come home to Parker to style hair at the Best of the Best of Parker Hair Salon’s the Sahair Salon.
The Sahair Salon – Best of the Best 2009
10530 S. Progress Way Suite #100
Parker Colorado 80134
To book an appointment Call the Salon at (720) 851-8522 – Call to set an appointment or consultation
or email her at Bethany Kay Hair
bethanykayhair@yahoo.com
Ask about 50% off all services Grand Opening Specials!
Here are a few of Bethany’s past updo’s for Prom
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March Blizzard in Parker
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Town of Parker Gazebo during the March '09 Blizzard
After all the dire predictions for the March blizzard, it was a fairly mild storm for us here in Parker. Where we ususally are one of the hardest hit in the Metro area, this storm arrived late and left early leaving only 5-6 inches of snow behind which if you were diligent and shoveled your driveway’s and sidewalks are totally dry by noon. I did add a beautiful picture of the gazebo to the top banner. If you have photo’s of the snow at your house and would like to share, I will post them on the site in the photo tour of Parker page. I will of course credit you for the photo’s. The kids sure are enjoying the snow days… a rare occurance for Douglas County Schools. Enjoy!
