Tell a Neighbor About the SHCA!

Thank you to those who have paid dues for the Southern Hills Community Association! Summer is a great time for visiting with your neighbors on the block and it’s also a great time to tell them about the SHCA! Since you received this email, you’re already in the know, but chances are your neighbor isn’t. While you’re chatting, take a moment to tell someone about:

• Our events, like the upcoming 4th of July Bike Parade

• This useful newsletter

• Our goal of building community through social activities and communications that bring neighbors together

• Our website: https://www.southernhillsdenver.org/

Please join the SHCA and pay your annual dues if you live in the neighborhood and encourage your neighbors to do the same!

Upcoming Association Events

🇺🇸 4th of July Bike Parade - Friday July 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM @ Slavens

Cover your ride with festive decoration and join us at the field at Slavens School for a bike/scoot/walk around the neighborhood behind a fire truck! Come a little early for 4th of July goodies. Then, stay after the parade to play in the spray when the fire truck turns on the hose!

🗓️ Annual Meeting - October 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM @ Slavens

More details to come. Must be a paid Member to vote. Please consider paying your dues in advance if you live in the Membership area.

Updates from Slavens School

🏷️ Clear the Clutter and Support Slavens: Rummage Sale

Sunday, June 1, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Slavens Field
Get ready for a fun-filled community event you won’t want to miss! Come shop & sell gently used books, toys, sports gear and outgrown Slavens spirit wear (no other items please). View the event flyer for more information.

🚸 Become a Crossing Guard!

Do you want to help keep our students safe while making a positive impact on the Slavens community? We are looking for volunteers or paid crossing guards to assist with student safety during arrival and dismissal. This is a great way to get involved, help children keep safe, and even earn a little extra money.

If you are interested in volunteering or learning more about this opportunity, please reach out to Darcie Forde at [email protected]. Your help makes a difference!

Nearby News

👩‍🌾 The U-Hills Farmers Market Returns!

The 2025 market runs from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM every Saturday from May 10th through October 25th at its NEW LOCATION at Wellshire Presbyterian Church, just 2 blocks from the previous location. Same great vendors! Learn more.

♻️ City of Denver Paint Recycling Event

Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
City & County of Denver, 1271 W Bayaud Ave, Denver, Colorado 80223
Join us for a fun and eco-friendly event where you can safely dispose of your unwanted paint! Don't miss this opportunity to declutter your space and contribute to a greener environment. Register for a free time slot today!

🎬 Denver Community Film Fest

Thursday, June 12, 2025 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
2644 W 32nd Ave, Denver, CO 80211
Come out for the Denver Community Film Fest! The night will feature a reception, screening & post-film discussion of the documentary “Join or Die” on June 12th, 2025. The event will take place at the Holiday Theater, a beautiful 100 year old Northside theater currently run by the Denver Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA). Tickets are free to all but donations are highly encouraged (suggested donation $8). Learn more and get tickets now!

Summer in Denver!

🎉 16th Street Summer Kickoff

Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1, 2025
11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Meet us on 16th Street between Market and Tremont (with festivities happening all over downtown - from Union Station to Civic Center!) for downtown-wide FREE fun, including: World Cup Speed Climbing, Kids Adventure Zone, 16th Street Grand BAZAAR, Beer Garden, Live Music & More! Summer in Denver.

☀️ Denver Summer Activities Guide

Embrace the season with our Summer 2025 Recreation Activity Guide! Whether you're seeking adventure, fitness, or fun with family and friends, we’ve got something for everyone. Explore outdoor activities, workshops, and more to make this summer unforgettable. Start planning today!

🌆 Denver Days

July 26 - August 3, 2025
Celebrate our Vibrant Denver with your Denver Days 2025 park picnic or residential block party from Saturday, July 26th through Sunday, August 3rd! Start planning and learn more about Denver Days.

Make Your Voice Heard!

🌳 Let's Envision the Future of Park Hill Park Together

Park Hill Survey #1: Help us imagine what this park should look and feel like, what amenities and programs it should prioritize, and let us know what you are excited and concerned about in this process. Survey open through May 18. Take the survey.

Also: Join us for our next public engagement meeting! City of Axum Park Saturday, June 7, 2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM (stop by anytime) Park Hill Park Info.

💻 Denver Website Survey

We want to hear from you! Denver is conducting two short surveys to better understand the needs and priorities of our communities. One survey is designed for residents and the other for local businesses. Your feedback will help improve the city's digital services and online tools. Take the survey.

🚘 Land Use Transportation and Infrastructure meeting for Modernizing Parking Requirements Text Amendment

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 1:30 PM
City and County of Denver Building, 1437 Bannock Street
Denver City Council Committee Room, Room 391

The Modernizing Parking Requirements text amendment proposes a text amendment to the Denver Zoning Code and a zoning language amendment to Section 59-2 of the Denver Revised Municipal Code to remove minimum vehicular parking requirements for all land uses in the city. A related amendment to Chapter 27 of the Denver Revised Municipal Code is also proposed to address reduced parking requirements for affordable housing development. More info about the amendment.

Under Construction

🚧 High Line Canal Trail - Yale Roadway Improvements at Holly

March - Summer 2025: Xcel Energy and their contractor, Mears Group, Inc. will relocate approximately 1,200 feet of natural gas line along Yale Avenue, between Hudson Street/Service Road and Kearney Street. This work is to accommodate the upcoming High Line Canal Trail Underpass project and ensure natural gas system safely. Learn more.

⚠️ South Dahlia Bridge Replacement

Crews are closing South Dahlia to vehicle traffic beginning in May/June of this year while they replace the bridge. The Highline Canal Trail will be detoured. Learn more.

Join the SHCA!

We can’t do it without you! Find this email useful? Enjoy attending our events? Want to see us do even more? Please consider joining the SHCA and paying your annual dues if you live in the neighborhood. If you don’t, please consider a contribution anyway! All are welcome at our public events.

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