🌱 Core New Art Space + Missing Indigenous Person + DHS Fatherhood Program

Hello, everybody. I'm here with your fresh copy of the Lakewood Patch newsletter, full of everything you need to know about what's going on in town. In today's issue, you'll find these stories and more:

• New art space in Lakewood.
• Rising temperatures and pets in cars.
• Denver Health Services Fatherhood Program workshop series.

But first, today's weather: Partly sunny. High: 85. Low: 55.

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Here are the top stories in Lakewood today:

1. Core New Art Space has opened on Colfax in Lakewood, with a new exhibit coming at the end of this week. The gallery's exhibit has an opening reception on Friday, called "Once Upon a Time." Read journalist Sonya Ellingboe's recommendation on Elbert County News.
2. A missing indigenous person alert was sent for 32-year-old Christine Tail. She was last seen June 11 in downtown Denver. She is about 5 feet tall and 120 pounds, with dark hair and eyes. Read more at KRDO 13.
3. Following Father's Day weekend, Fox 31 has highlighted the Denver Human Services Fatherhood Program. The program is a 10-session long workshop series dedicated to helping fathers navigate the systems associated with fatherhood, such as child support, and learn active parenting skills. Find out more at Fox 31.
4. With temperatures projected to reach the 90s, the National Weather Service is prompting pet owners to remember not to leave their animals in the car. If it is 80 degrees outside, the inside of a car will reach almost 100 degrees in just 10 minutes and nearly 115 degrees after 30 minutes. Learn more at Fox 31.

Today in Lakewood:

Tuesday, June 20

• "A Very Dinosaur Birthday" with NYT Bestselling Author Adam Wallace — Columbine Library (11:15 AM)
• Family Time — Columbine Library (11:15 AM)
• Tuesday Afternoon Book Group - "Take my Hand," by Dolen Perkins-Valdez — Lakewood Library (12:30 PM)
• Textile Craft Drop In — Belmar Library (1:00 PM)
• Fun in Bloom! LEGO® Fun in the Sun — Belmar Library (1:00 PM)
• Blooming Neighbors: Nature — Lakewood Library (3:30 PM)
• Intercambio Spanish Conversation Table / Intercambio: Mesa de Conversación en español — Belmar Library (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Mountain Views: "Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Colorado Mountains!🏔️ 💡This post showcases the stunning natural landscapes that surround the Colorado Mountains, including towering peaks, crystal-clear lakes, and vibrant forests." (Colorado, Denver 🌲 Travel | Hotels | Outdoors | Tips via Instagram)
• Visit Colorado: "A view like this is hard to forget. 😍 📸: @johndukesfineart" (Visit Colorado via Instagram)
• Bureau of Land Management: "Interested in contracting opportunities for DOI or BLM?" (Bureau of Land Management - Colorado via Facebook)

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