Pancake, Shredding Events Planned by Lakewood Police Dept.

LAKEWOOD, CO – You can dine on pancakes griddled up by Lakewood's Finest this weekend and then shred your private documents at two public events hosted this weekend by Lakewood police.

Friday, Aug. 24, join the Lakewood PD at their 20th Annual Cops That Cook pancake breakfast fundraiser at the city's Clement Recreation Center between 7 - 10 a.m.

Proceeds benefit Lakewood PD's Veteran's PACK program, which creates "street packs" for homeless veterans, and assists homeless vets who are transitioning into housing. In partnership with the Lakewood Elks Lodge 1777 and the Lakewood municipal court, the program hooks homeless veterans up with services and agencies. Then the group helps with basic household goods (dishes, cooking utensils, towels, sheets, etc.) Lakewood police also have special officer who themselves are veterans, who provide outreach to homeless and at-risk veterans.

Tickets for the pancake breakfast cost $6 for adults at the door and $3 for children.

• Clements Community Center 1580 Yarrow St. Lakewood CO

Want to donate, volunteer or learn more about the Veteran's PACK program? Contact Audrey Smith at audsmi@lakewood.org.

Lakewood Police Shred Day 2018

Then, on Saturday, come and shred away your bills at the Lakewood PD Shred Day 2018.

Bring your shreddables to between 9 a.m. - noon on Aug. 25 to Jeffco Stadium 500 Kipling St.

Image via Lakewood Police

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