Venture Groups meet three times around a common interest like cooking, knitting or ice fishing—anything that is fun and creates a way to meet people.
Schedule
Groups meet three times
February 6 – March 31, 2012
Questions? Contact ventures@crossroadscolorado.com.
Online registration is now closed. To join a group, please contact the leader directly.
| Venture Name | Venture Info | Contact, Date and Location |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Repairs for Women |
Learn to do some simple electrical, plumbing, flooring & squeaky cabinet repairs, & to operate power tools. Hands-on group project. Bring paper & pen for note taking. | Mary Denning • 970.613.8188 • mwilliamse@comcast.net Tuesdays, 7-9pm: February 21 & 28 • 1504 Hilltop Dr, Loveland • Free |
Bounce! |
As parents, we are bouncing from place to place. Bring the kids, sit back & let them do all the bouncing, while you get to know other Crossroads Church parents. Please bring a dish to share; pizza will be provided. | Major Itule • 970.599.3857 • majoritule@gmail.com Saturdays, 12-2pm: March 10 & 31 • 1020 S. Lincoln Ave, Loveland • Entrance fee |
Bowling |
Join us for “No Tap Bowl”—9 pins count as a strike. For adults and teens (whose curfew is 11pm). | Sheryl Regan • 303.960.5310 • shwevitox7@yahoo.com Tuesdays, 9-10:30pm: February 21, March 6 & 20 • Sweetheart Lanes 2320 N. Lincoln Ave, Loveland • $6-10 |
Bridge (mixed adults) |
We’ll learn & play bridge. | Tom Schwartzkopf • 970.203.0306 • tomschwartzkopf@q.com Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm: February 6, 13 & 20 • 2500 Anemonie, Loveland • Free |
Christian Rockers (ages 40+) |
Calling all Christian rockers! Connect with other Crossroads musicians who play or sing. We’ll honor God through music—the super upbeat-rocking kind—in 3 weekend jam sessions, & enjoy fellowship and general good times. Bring your music equipment. | Matt McClelland • 970.227.4196 • milesm5280@yahoo.com Saturdays, 3-6pm: February 11 & 25, March 10 • 3300 Kyle Circle, Loveland • Free |
Crocheting/Knitting |
Beginners, advanced levels & anything in-between. Bring your crochet/knit project. Share new & old patterns & techniques; learn from each other while enjoying these ageless crafts. For ages 10+ (children must be accompanied by an adult). | Ruth Case • 970.669.4347 • casesdr@msn.com Saturdays, 1-4pm: February 11 & 25, March 10 • 3714 Valley View Ct, Loveland • Cost depends on project |
Easy Soups and Breads |
Demonstration cooking for healthy, easy soups & breads. Join in, & enjoy the finished products. | Sally Kisselbach • 970.663.3228 • skissel214@aol.com Tuesdays, 6-8:30pm: February 7 & 21 • 2422 Steamboat Springs St, Loveland • $10 |
Game Night – North |
Do you like to play board games & cards? Then, this group is for you. An evening of games, snacks & conversation. | Jo & Dave Snyder • 970.685.2669 • joellen@jimanddaves.com Fridays, 6:30-10:30pm: February 17, March 9 & 23 • 2213 Winter Park St, Loveland • Free |
Game Night – South |
A social event for adults to play cards & board games. | Dan & Rene’ Main • 765.810.6816 • dno1mainman@yahoo.com |
God, Golf & Grub |
Nine holes in the morning, followed by box lunch & quality discussion about how we are living in ways that give glory to God. If bad weather, will be “Brunch, Bowling & Benedictions.” | Jimmy Scruggs • 970.689.3693 • jimmyrayscruggs@comcast.net Mondays, 10am-3pm: March 12 & 26 • The Olde Course, Loveland —2115 W 29th St • $18-40 (varies, based on walking/riding & packing/buying lunch) |
Ice Fishing |
Spend a guided trip ice fishing at Red Feather Lakes. Tackle & gear provided, if needed. All levels welcome. For anyone ages 6+ who can handle cold temperatures (children must be accompanied by an adult). | Lee Ledford • 303.981.8598 • lee@aabilityglass.com Saturday, 6:30am-12:30pm: February 25 • Meet in the Crossroads Church parking lot • Fishing license needed for ages 16+. |
International Cooking |
Last year, we made Thai, Greek & French meals. This year, we will start with a Chinese meal. We enjoy cooking & eating a three course International feast! Ages 6+ (children must be accompanied by an adult). | Scott & Cenith Kolek • 970.290.7422 • cenithk@att.net Saturdays, 6-9pm: February 11 & 25, March 10 • 1408 Truxtun Ct, Ft. Collins • $10 |
Israeli Folk Dancing |
For fun, exercise & praising God! No previous dancing experience needed, since all events begin with learning the 7 basic steps used in all dances. Adults & families welcome (ages 5+). | Lloyd Benes • 970.663.4489 • lloyd_benes@yahoo.com Thursdays, 7-8:15pm: February 9, 16 & 23 • Crossroads Church • Free |
Let’s Dance |
Join me for some fun sessions in social dance. Bring a partner & experience a sample of country dancing, Latin & swing. For adults. | Debra Endres • 970.988.4693 • debra@okaydance.com Tuesdays, 7:30pm-8:30pm: February 21 (Country 2 Step) & March 6 (East Coast Swing)Saturday, 11:30am-12:30pm: February 18 (Cha Cha). Loveland Athletic Club (formerly Genesis Health and Fitness Center), 1000 S. Lincoln St, Loveland • $5 per couple per session |
Line Dancing |
Beginning line dance. Learn basic line dance steps & beginner line dances. Wear comfortable leather-soled boots/shoes. Previous dance lessons not required; just come to have fun! Adult co-ed class. | Cindy Alexander • 970.663.7961 • cindya@jorvet.com Tuesdays, 6-7pm: February 7, 21 & 28 • Crossroads Church • $2-3/person, to be donated to Crossroads |
Neighborhood Potluck in Registry Ridge |
Bring a dish to share & connect with people. Open to anyone living in Registry Ridge neighborhood in Fort Collins; any ages. | Jessica Perez • 970.203.9201 • jperez@crossroadscolorado.com Jeff & Tami Englehorn • 970.988.0645 • tamiae@gmail.com Saturday, 6-8pm: February 18 • 1526 Bon Homme Richard Dr, Fort Collins • Free Sunday, 4-6pm: March 4 • 7015 Sculpin Ct, Fort Collins • Free |
Photography SLR Cameras |
Learn the basics of photography; your camera settings & what they mean; composition, white balance, exposure & more. Ages 16+. | Jerry Sullivan • 970.568.6910 • sully204@yahoo.com Saturdays, 1-3pm: February 11, 18 & 25 • Crossroads Church •Free |
Progressive Dinner |
The only requirements for progressive dinners are 6+ people who like to eat good food & get to know some new friends. Each person/couple will contribute or host one meal course. We will move to three locations for each of our dinners. For single adults and couples. | Kathy Gaasvig • 720.810.3248 • kathryn.gaasvig@att.net Sundays, 4:30-8pm: February 12, March 4 & 25 • The first event will start at 2645 East Redbud Dr, Loveland • Provide one course/location https://crossroadschurch.smartevents.com/public/events/wv2012-progressivedinner/registrations/new |
Single Parents & Kids |
A fun time for single parents to meet other single parents & bring their young children (ages 2-10) along to socialize & enjoy recreational activities. | Jennifer Weinert • 541.905.3382 • jenniferweinert@hotmail.com Saturday, 1pm: February 11 • Spring Canyon Park, 2626 W. Horsetooth Rd, Fort Collins • Free Saturday, 2pm: February 25 • Chilson Pool, 700 E. 4th St, Loveland • Entrance fees Saturday, 10am: March 17 • Denver Children’s Museum • Entrance fees |
Singles 55+ |
For singles that still like to have fun! | Gay Ann May • 970.667.3900 • 10gamy@gmail.com Saturday, 4:30pm: February 11 • bowling at Sweetheart Lanes, Loveland • approx $10 Tuesday, 7:05pm: February 14 • Eagles Hockey Game • approx $30 |
Snowshoeing Cross-Country for Beginners |
A 2-2.5 mile flat loop in Moraine Meadows in RMNP, with no elevation gain. Info on where to purchase or rent snowshoes, a list of basic gear to wear, & things to carry in your backpack that are essential to survival in the back country will be emailed to registrants. Bring snacks & drinks for a tailgate lunch. Ages 14+ (young people must be accompanied by an adult) | Leo Wotan • 970.669.0479 • leowotan@gmail.com Saturdays, 8:15am-2:15pm: February 11 & 25, March 3 • Meet in Crossroads parking lot • Park entrance fee (bring park pass if you have one) |
Snowshoeing RMNP |
We will be snowshoeing in the Rocky Mountain National Park. The hikes will be easy-to-moderate, & approx 4 miles long. Bring snowshoes, poles, warm clothes & sack lunch. Ages 14+ (young people must be accompanied by an adult). | Ken Bowley • 970.290.4091 • kebcolo@gmail.com Saturdays, 8am-2pm: February 18 & March 3 • Meet at church parking lot • Shared gas & park entrance fee (bring RMNP pass if you have one) |
Snowshoeing Upper Poudre Canyon |
We will be taking advantage of the winter weather by snowshoeing into a beautiful location. We will bring some hot chocolate & snacks. Any age (children must be accompanied by an adult). | Larry & Pam Moeser • 970.566.1668 • MrMoeser@gmail.com Saturdays, 9am-3pm: February 11, March 3 & 24 • Meet at King Soopers Marketplace (Fort Collins, N. College & Willox) • Free (carpooling) |
Scrapbooking |
We will do 5-hour crop sessions, where people can come & work on their own scrapbooks. We will share one page ideas that everyone will make together each session | Melinda Russell & Tammy Lees • 970.988.1161 • drmr76@comcast.net Saturdays, 10am-3pm: February 18, March 17 & 24 • Clubhouse at High Plains Village, 1935 Grays Peak Dr, Loveland • Free (bring any scrapbooking pages, supplies & materials you have) |
Trail Running |
This trail running group is open to all ages & abilities. Runners, walkers & hikers are welcome. This is winter trail running in Colorado, so we will be running in whatever weather the day has for us—wind, snow, ice or mud! The runs are approx 6 miles. Links, maps & parking directions for each event will be emailed to registrants. Dogs are welcome on some of the trails, but not all. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. | Dennis Callahan •970.213.2924 • callahanclanco@msn.com Saturday, 8-9:30am: February 11 • Devils Backbone, Loveland Saturday, 8-9:30am: February 25 • Horsetooth Mountain Park, Fort Collins Saturday, 8-9:30am: March 10 • Boulder Country Trails, Lyons • Free |
Wii Bowling (Women ages 40+) |
No experience necessary—you can even do it sitting down. The only thing to bring is a great attitude & willingness to have fun! | Gail Axtell • 970.292.8204 • dgaxtell@msn.com Fridays, 6:30-9:30pm: February 10 & 17 • 4111 Marble Dr, Loveland • Free |
Women’s Book Group |
Great books! Great women! Join us to read & discuss amazing books together. Get a head-start on our first book: Memory Palace, by Mira Bartok—we’ll discuss it at our 2nd meeting. | Chris Yount Jones • 970.430.4198 • cyjones@group.com Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm: February 7 & 28, March 27 • 4450 Roaring Fork Ct, Loveland • Free |
Yoga for Christians |
Exercise with meditation & inspired Bible readings at the beginning & end, plus time to meet, visit & get to know one another. Must bring own yoga mat. Ages 13+ (young people must be accompanied an adult). | Michelle Kooi • 970.443.5229 • mkooi@frii.net Saturdays, 1-3pm: February 11 & 25 • Crossroads Church • Free |
Serving Venture #1: World Vision Distribution Center, Denver |
Team members will be given a tour, then help count, sort & package products, for both domestic & International use, to help children & families affected by poverty or disaster. Volunteers will also help with warehouse activities such as trash removal, pallets, lifting & building boxes. Ages 11+ (ages 11-15 must be accompanied by a parent). Must wear closed-toe shoes. The Distribution Center ships millions of dollars of products annually, such as medical supplies, clothing & educational materials. | Lisa Bell • 970.593.2429 • lisa@trusthisheart.com Saturdays, 9am-12pm: February 8, March 10 & 24 • Meet at Crossroads (caravan/carpool to facility) • Donation toward gas |
Serving Venture #2: Larimer County Food Bank, Fort Collins |
Team members will be given a tour, then help count, sort & package food products that will be distributed to families in need in Larimer County. All ages (children must be accompanied by parent). Must wear closed-toe shoes. The Food Bank distributed more than 7.8 million pounds of food in 2010. The Food Bank is the only Feeding America clearinghouse for donated food in Larimer County. Feeding America is the nation’s largest food bank & food rescue network. | Lisa Bell • 970.593.2429 • lisa@trusthisheart.com Fridays, 1-3pm: March 9 & 16 • Meet at Food Bank in Fort Collins • Free |
Serving Venture #3: Community Kitchen, Loveland |
Team members will be given an overview of facility, then help with meal preparations, meal service, dishes & clean up afterward. All ages (children must be accompanied by parent). The Kitchen provides prepared meals 7 days per week to those in need of a hot, nutritious meal. They do not charge for their meals, & do not ask any questions of patrons—if someone comes to the Community Kitchen, they are eligible to dine. | Lisa Bell • 970.593.2429 • lisa@trusthisheart.com Wednesdays, 10:30am-1:30pm: February 8 & March 14 • Meet at Community Kitchen in Loveland • Free |
Serving Venture #4: House of Neighborly Service, Loveland |
Team members will be given a tour & overview of the facility, then help sort & organize clothing, & clean the clothing storage area. All ages (children must be accompanied by parent). House of Neighborly Service provides resources to low-income individuals & families in Southern Larimer County by compassionately addressing & responding to the effects of poverty, while helping prevent further crisis & empowering those who are served to become more self-sustaining. | Lisa Bell • 970.593.2429 • lisa@trusthisheart.com Fridays, 9am-12pm: February 24 & March 30 • Meet at House of Neighborly Service in Loveland • Free |
