🌱 Flooding Preparations + Missing Person Found by the CBI + Casa Bonita

Hello, everybody. I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening in Lakewood today. Today we'll cover:

• Flood season preparations.
• Casa Bonita sneak peek.
• Today's events.

But first, today's weather: A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 81. Low: 49.

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Here are the top stories in Lakewood today:

1. As flood season approaches in Jefferson County, officials give advice on how to best prepare in case of a natural disaster. Recommended preparations include drilling evacuation plans, keeping immunizations recorded and up-to-date, and setting an emergency contact out-of-state. Read the rest of the list at Arvada Press.
2. Emmitt McCrea, a missing 83-year-old Lakewood man, has been found thanks to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation. McCrea, who suffers from dementia, was declared missing around 5 p.m. on Thursday, and found early Friday morning. Visit Denver 7 to read more.
3. As the general public anxiously awaits Casa Bonita's reopening, owners Matt Stone and Trey Parker invited the media for a first look at the new space. When the restaurant reopens, it will initially only be for specific limited hours. Find our more via Denver 7.
4. Storms are expected in the metro Denver area this Memorial Day weekend. There is a small risk of flash flooding in areas of the region. Learn more at The Denver Post.

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Today in Lakewood:

• Toddler Time — Columbine Library (9:15 AM)
• Family Time — Lakewood Library (10:15 AM)
• Cuentacuentos — Belmar Library (11:15 AM)
• Baby Time — Columbine Library (11:15 AM)
• PAWS for Reading — Columbine Library (1:00 PM)
• Discovery Play — Columbine Library (3:30 PM)
• Old Dominion: No Bad Vibes Tour — Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Rangley Sunset: "Some views you just have to stop and take in. Sunsets in Rangely never disappoint." (Visit Colorado via Instagram)
• April Showers Bring May Flowers: "The recent rainfall and abundant winter snow have set the stage for a vibrant display of wildflowers across the state." (Colorado, Denver 🌲 Travel | Hotels | Outdoors | Tips via Instagram)
• Mount Elbert: "With @nandanptl explore the towering heights of Mount Elbert, Colorado's highest peak!🏔️ 💡This post showcases the rugged and majestic beauty of Mount Elbert, which stands at an impressive 14,440 feet above sea level." (Colorado, Denver 🌲 Travel | Hotels | Outdoors | Tips via Instagram)
• Leave No Trace Reminder: "With Memorial Day Weekend quickly approaching, BLM Colorado wishes to remind recreationists to practice Leave No Trace principles and be good stewards of your public lands." (Bureau of Land Management - Colorado via Facebook)
• Colorado Mills: "Which look are you wearing for your weekend plans? | H&M #colomills" (Colorado Mills via Facebook)
• The Acting Company: "This exhibition assimilates theatrical productions with the creation of murals inspired by the performances of The Acting Company earlier this spring." (Lakewood Cultural Center via Facebook)

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Featured events:

• T-Mobile Tuesdays: Fresh Perks Every Week (May 30)
• Taxes in Retirement Seminar at Eloise May Public Library (May 31)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday! Have a great weekend!

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