The GSBA: Expanding the Visibility of Your Business

The Greater Stapleton Business Association (GSBA) offers an opportunity for networking with local business owners and representatives. Founded in 2003 by a handful of Stapleton-area business owners, the GSBA is a non-profit association whose mission is to foster relationships among local businesses while working to benefit the community.

The public is invited to attend meetings, held on the third Tuesday of each month at 8am. The next meeting, Feb. 17, will feature a speaker on the topic of Successful Digital Marketing. Every other month, active members can bring promotional products, coupons and marketing materials from their business to place in “New Resident Welcome Bags,” which the GSBA distributes to new Stapleton homeowners.

Meetings are held at the new Stapleton MCA Office conference room on the third floor at 7350 East 29th Avenue. Visit the GSBA website at www.stapletonbusiness.com to see a listing of members, the event calendar (including monthly meeting, luncheon and happy hour dates and locations) and to become a member.  Email info@stapletonbusiness.com for additional information.

Introducing pocketgov

To cut down call volume to the City and County of Denver, Mayor Michael Hancock recently launched pocketgov, an app for residents to access city services. See a pot hole or graffiti? Take a photo and enter the address in the app. Need to know recycling and trash pick-up schedules? Sign up for app notifications. Find Denver property values, search for local elected officials, get street sweeping reminders, and more. pocketgov is a tool for living in Denver. To download or learn more, visit pocketgov.com.

Calling for Reading Partners at Ashley Elementary

Reading Partners is a local nonprofit serving struggling readers at under-resourced schools. They are currently seeking volunteers who can commit 1-2 hours (or more) per week to work one-on-one with a student at Ashley Elementary. Please visit www.readingpartners.org/colorado or call 720-409-9909 for more information.

Earn Accredited High School Diploma at Denver Public Library

Career Online High School gives working-age adults the chance to earn their high school diploma. In order to enroll, students must successfully pass an online self-assessment with an essay question and prerequisite course.The program operates through public libraries, including the Denver Public Library. Students are paired with an academic coach to provide ongoing career advice and encouragement. To learn more visit a Denver Public Library or denverlibrary.org/cohs or call 720.253.8736.

Free Education Classes Offered by NAMI Denver

The National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) is a local, all-volunteer, nonprofit of individuals, families and/or friends living with serious mental illnesses. Beginning Wed., Feb. 11, NAMI will offer a free 12-week series of education classes for family members/caregivers of “adults” living with mental illness. Families receive current information on serious mental illnesses; learn about medications, side effects and evidence-based treatments; gain increased understanding of the lived experience of mental illness (empathy); practice problem-solving skills and communication techniques; develop strategies for handling crises and relapses; review local community services and support; focus on self-care and coping with stress. For more information or to register, contact Alison Canjar at 303.683.1565 or namidenver@gmail.com.

East Montclair Website Now Live

The new East Montclair/East Colfax website is now live with features including user-friendly features, online calendar, past newsletters and documents, easy navigation, valuable and timely information, and social media integration. An FAQs feature will be added soon. Visit at www.eastmontclair.org