Construction continues on the old Stapleton control tower, where Punch Bowl hopes to open in June.

Saturday Night Live…For Kids Only!
The Stapleton MCA and Central Park Recreation Center are partnering to host a night of fun for children ages 7–12 from 6–9pm. The first SNL will be held on Saturday, Feb. 4 at the Central Park Rec Center. Early registration will be open until end of business Wednesday (4pm) prior to each SNL event date. Registrations will be accepted at the door, $20 (cash only) per participant. Join us for a night of fun with games, dinner, snacks and more!

Active Minds Seminar
This is a free, no-reservation-needed public program brought to you by the Stapleton MCA. Location: Sam Gary Library, 2961 Roslyn St.

Thursday, Feb. 9, 6:45–7:45pm
Australia

Australia, or The Land Down Under, as it is affectionately known, is a country, an island and a continent. It is a land of diverse physical beauty, unique wildlife and many historical similarities to the United States. Join us as we explore the history and landscape of this key U.S. ally. We will review Australia’s beginning as a prisoner settlement, its role in numerous global conflicts and its modern challenges to protect its unique features.

Thursday, Feb. 23, 6:45–7:45pm
Venezuela

Venezuela is in crisis. There is not enough food, let alone other goods. Hospitals are crumbling and the health care system is completely broken. Electricity blackouts have become routine and crime is rampant. Join Active Minds as we explore how this once promising economy and evolving democracy has wound up in shambles. We will look at how the price of oil, the policies of the late President Hugo Chavez, and other factors converged to create this perfect storm and explore what the future holds for this important South American country.

Friday Night Films
Friday, Feb. 17, 6–9pm
Join the MCA for our Cinema series at The Cube to explore thought-provoking interpretations in the world of film. Dr. Vincent Piturro, the “Indie Prof,” will lead a discussion before and after the film’s showing. The event will start at 6pm and feature the Sundance prize-winning documentary 3½ Minutes, 10 Bullets. The film examines the 2012 shooting of Jordan Russell Davis as well as the media coverage and protest that resulted from the shooting. This event will be held at The Cube (8371 Northfield Blvd.). Films are $5 for residents, $10 for nonresidents. All tickets $10 day of event (depending on availability). Price of admission includes popcorn and a drink of your choice (water, soda, beer or wine)! Tickets can be purchased at stapletoncommunity.com.

Friday Night Tastings-Wine Tasting
Friday, Feb. 24, 6–8pm
The MCA will host a series of educational wine tastings at our new space, The Cube. Each month will have a different theme. February’s theme will be Chardonnays and Cabernet Sauvignons from different world regions. Resident tickets are $15, nonresidents $20. All tickets $20 day of the event. Tickets can be purchased at
stapletoncommunity.com.

Swim & Dive Team Registration        
Wednesday, March 8, 12pm
Stapleton residents can register for Stingray Swim and Dive teams via your online ActiveNet account or in person at the MCA office or The Cube. Registration begins at 12pm. Nonresidents can register for the Stingray Swim and Dive teams on Wed., April 5 at noon. For more about the Stingray program, visit
www.stapletoncommunity.com.

Swim Lesson Registration
Wednesday March 15, 12pm
Stapleton residents can register for all swim programs beginning at noon on March 15. Registration can be completed via your online ActiveNet account or in person at the MCA office or The Cube. We can no longer accept registrations over the phone. Nonresidents can register for all swim programs on Wed., April 5 at noon.

Snow Removal Policy
During Major Snow Events as defined by current Denver City & County standards, the Stapleton MCA will initiate its emergency snow removal plan for the alleys along with the city’s plan for neighborhood streets. In the event of a major snow event, the snow removal plan will include the continuous use of heavy equipment, light equipment and hand work to remove the snow from alleys, intersections and major pedestrian paths. Alley work will be limited to the removal of enough snow from the alleys so residents can access their garages. This emergency-only procedure involves attempting to open up a single drive lane through each alley in the community. The drive lanes will not be scraped down to pavement, to eliminate the need to truck any snow off-site.

This procedure does not negate individual property owners from participating in the snow removal during these types of storms. Although we are unable to address the complete removal of snow on the roads, it is our goal during major snow events to remove enough material to allow for some level of travel in and out of the alleys. Paths and parks are done to open up some level of pedestrian travel. We will continue to address all the pocket parks and pathways to ensure that they are as snow free as possible to promote pedestrian access throughout the community. For detailed information about the snow removal policy, visit
www.stapletoncommunity.com.

If you have questions or comments about the information above, please feel free to contact jolsen@stapletoncommunity.com or call the MCA office at 303.388.0724.