William F. Hayden Park Survey promotional image with a scenic landscape, path, and rock formation.
Map the future of William F. Hayden Park! 🥾
Whether you are a hiker, biker, equestrian or nature lover, you won’t want to miss the opportunity to share your feedback on the plan's progress.
👉 Learn more and take the second survey by 5 p.m. May 1st: https://lkwd.co/HaydenPlan
Promotional graphic for 'Team LOVE Lakewood' encouraging volunteerism, featuring diverse images of people volunteering and icons.
Happy National Volunteer Week! 💙
If you're looking to volunteer in your community, sign up for Team Love Lakewood to receive periodic emails with volunteer opportunities and ways to give back throughout the year.
👉 Learn more: https://lkwd.co/TeamLoveLakewood
Promotional banner for Lakewood, Colorado's Migratory Bird Day featuring a close-up image of a Western Meadowlark perched by a lake.
Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day at Bear Creek Lake Park on May 9 and enjoy a fun day dedicated to all things bird. 🪶
Explore interactive tables, activities, crafts, and more! Registration is required for the bird walk from 7:30-9a.m.
👉 Learn more: https://lkwd.co/MigratoryBirdDay
Promotional image for LookoutAlert featuring a smartphone displaying an emergency notification about fire danger next to vivid flames. Text encourages signing up for fire alerts at LookoutAlert.co. Powered by Smart911.
🔥 Wildfires can spread fast—make sure you get emergency alerts even faster. LookoutAlert delivers real-time wildfire warnings straight to your phone, email, or voicemail.
Sign up now and stay prepared: https://lkwd.co/LookoutAlert
Attendees at the Active Adult Resource Fair in a busy indoor setting, with various informational booths and banners, including a prominent display for Lakewood, Colorado.
📣 Calling all active adults 55+! 📣
Join us for the FREE Active Adult Resource Fair!
🗓️ Friday, May 8, 2025
⏰ 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Charles Whitlock Rec Center
See the full schedule at: https://lkwd.co/ActiveAdultResourceFair
Mayor Wendi Strom delivers a speech at the State of the City address, with flags and banners on stage.
Performers in colourful traditional dresses dance outside the Lakewood Cultural Center, accompanied by a mariachi band.
Mayor Wendi Strom in a blue blazer smiles and speaks at a podium, with the American and Colorado flags behind her.
A mayor in a blue blazer speaks with an elderly woman wearing red glasses. A man is also present.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Mayor Wendi Strom’s State of the City address!
It was an inspiring look at our City Council’s goals, where Lakewood stands today, and the bright future ahead for our community.
📺 Rewatch the livestream here: https://lkwd.co/SOTCLive
An outdoor concert with a band playing on stage under a large canopy, viewed from the audience seated on the grass.
Wednesday nights are about to get a major upgrade as the Sounds Exciting! Summer Concert Series returns. 🎶 Get ready for incredible live music paired with epic sunsets, local brews, and tasty eats!
👉 🎟️ See the lineup and grab your tickets: https://lkwd.co/SoundsExciting
Runners start the Denver Colfax Marathon. Two male runners raise their arms in celebration as a female runner gives a peace sign.
Runners, your countdown starts now! The Colfax Marathon, with its scenic route through Denver AND our very own Lakewood, is just ONE MONTH AWAY! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
Don't miss your chance to be part of this incredible event. Register today! https://lkwd.co/RunColfax
Lakewood, Colorado Mayor Wendi Strom State of the City address graphic. Livestream starting soon.
Starting soon! Mayor Wendi Strom's The State of the City address will be live at 4 p.m. today. Hear updates on where we are today and what’s ahead for our community.
📺 Watch live on Channel 8 or on YouTube here: https://youtube.com/live/FXcEB06p4Ho
The Mayor Wendi Strom and the Nonprofit Inspiration Award Winner posing together with an award. Text says "Who Inspires You" with a link to "LakewoodCo.gov/MayorsAwards"
It's time to let us know who inspires you! We want to hear about people and organizations doing big things in your neighborhood.
The Mayor's Inspiration Award lets us shine a light on the best of Lakewood. Nominate your inspirations today!
https://lkwd.co/InspirationAward
A large wooden sign reading Rampart Park set in a grassy and brushy area
Park highlight - Rampart Park 🏞️
Nestled in the Rampart Neighborhood south of Bear Creek, this small neighborhood park works nicely for a family picnic or game of basketball. It features a small playground, shelter, basketball court and playing field.
https://lkwd.co/RampartPark
A graphic promoting State of the City with a headshot of Mayor Wendi Strom
Tune in TODAY at 4 PM to watch Wendi Strom's The State of the City address. 💙 Hear updates on where we are today and what’s ahead for our community.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | 4–5:30 p.m.
📺 Watch live on Channel 8 or on our livestreams here: https://lkwd.co/videos
A woman measures the flow and direction of the water from an outdoor sprinkler.
Is your sprinkler system wasting water? 🌊
Make sure your sprinklers are working as efficiently as possible this summer with a FREE Slow the Flow evaluation by our partner, Resource Central.
👉 Quantities are limited, so sign up today at https://lkwd.co/OutdoorWaterConservation
Promotional poster for the Shot Spot vaccination and dog license clinic on May 2, featuring a happy dog with its tongue out, on grass. Event details and partner logos, including Lakewood.org and SpayToday, are displayed.
Need low-cost vaccinations for your pet? 🐶🐱 The Shot Spot & Vaccination Clinic is returning on Saturday, May 2nd 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Paramount Park (2729-2899 Kipling St). All Jefferson County residents welcome.
👉 Learn more: https://lkwd.co/ShotSpotClinic
Three individuals enjoying a scenic sunset by a calm lake at a park in Bear Creek Lake Park, Colorado. Promotional banner for Lakewood's website displayed at the bottom.
Looking for a beautiful way to spend your Friday evening? Lakewood is hosting a sunset hike at Bear Creek Lake Park on April 17th!
Enjoy breathtaking views and a relaxing stroll as the sun goes down. 🌄
👉 Sign up here:
Keyword "Sunset Hike"
Two men standing next to a white and green Resource Central truck parked in front of a house.
Lakewood is partnering with Resource Central to launch Lakewood Pickup Days--a new program designed to keep valuable building materials out of landfills and give them a second life in Colorado homes. ♻️
Next pickup day is April 15th!
👉 Learn more at https://lkwd.co/BuildingMaterialPickupDay
An image of Ethel's beauty salon, the Lakewood City Council, and two people talking in a counseling type situation with the URL "Lakewood.org/GetOnBoard"
Hey Lakewood! Want to get more involved with your local government? Apply to serve on one of Lakewood's boards or commissions! Current openings include:
💼 Lakewood Advisory Commission
💵 Budget and Audit Board
🏢 Design Review Commission
👉 Learn more: https://lkwd.co/GetOnBoard
A sprinkler watering grass with text that reads "Free Webinar. Water Smart Landscaping & Irrigation for Lakewood HOAs"
Is your HOA water efficient? 💧
Managing a landscape in Colorado means staying ahead of drought conditions. We’re teaming up with Denver Water for a free webinar on April 29 from 12-1pm to bring Lakewood HOAs the ultimate guide to water efficiency.
👉 Register: https://lkwd.co/4dxatzs
The Soda Lake at Bear Creek Lake Park with a man in a hand launched craft fishing on the lake.
Do you love fishing? 🎣
Get ready to cast your lines at the Bear Creek Lake Park Trout Tournament on May 2! Don't miss this exciting opportunity to enjoy a fantastic day fishing!
Sign up today: https://lkwd.co/TroutTournament
Aerial view of Lakewood, Colorado with a message thanking voters. Text urging to stay tuned for election results, providing a website link: LakewoodCO.gov/specialelection.
Thank you, Lakewood voters! 🗳️ Your participation makes a difference. Stay tuned for results at: https://lkwd.co/SpecialElection2026
A person holding their ballot in front of a ballot drop box that says "Vote by 7PM. LakewoodCO.gov/SpecialElection"
2 hours left! ⏳ If you’re an active registered voter and haven’t dropped off your election ballot, do it now! Ballot boxes close at 7 PM. 🗳️
📍 Find a drop box: https://lkwd.co/BallotBoxLocations
A graphic that explains the process of the Open Rewards program for Lakewood. "SHOP LAKEWOOD: OPEN REWARDS. Shop local, get rewarded! Earn 5% rewards on every purchase at businesses in the program. Download the app. LakewoodCo.gov/OpenRewards"
The City has officially launched the Open Rewards program, offering 5% cash back when you shop at participating businesses along West Colfax! 🙌
Find out more at: https://lkwd.co/OpenRewards
Three images in a collage. One of a child making a clay pot in a studio class, one of an adult tap dance class, and the last of a Lakewood basketball league game.
Today is the day! Summer registration opens for residents at noon! Get ready to pick up that hobby you've been interested in or sign your kids up for summer fun!
Residents: Register April 7 at 12 PM
Non-residents: Register April 9 at 12 PM
Sign up: https://lkwd.co/register
A person holding their ballot in front of a ballot drop box that says "Vote by 7PM. LakewoodCO.gov/SpecialElection"
TODAY is Special Election Day! 🗳️ Haven’t voted yet? Drop your ballot at a box before 7 PM TONIGHT (4/7/2026).
📍 Find a drop box: https://lkwd.co/BallotBoxLocations
A large group of people from the City of Lakewood and Volunteers of America cutting a ribbon at the Navigation Center.
The Lakewood City Council posing together at a meal service table.
Mayor Wendi Strom giving a speech as the Navigation Center press conference.
A Lakewood city employee delivering a speech at the Navigation Center press conference.
A significant milestone for Lakewood! 🏢
Last Friday marked the opening of the Volunteers of America Navigation Center on Colfax. This facility represents more than just a new building; it’s a vital hub designed to provide a pathway to stability for those in need.
An image of a group of people attending a community meeting with the link: www.lakewoodCO.gov/wardmeetings
Looking to get more involved in your local area?
Check out a monthly ward meeting and connect with your elected Council members, community members and local businesses.
👉 See upcoming meetings and get on mailing lists at our website: https://lkwd.co/WardMeetings
New roof on the VOA Navigation Center that is covered in white to reflect the sun.
A new roof… but make it energy-efficient 🌱
The VOA Colorado Navigation Center has a brand new roof that doesn’t just keep the water out—it’s designed to reflect heat, helping reduce energy use and keep the building cooler too.
That’s what we call sustainability in action!
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A person holding up a special election ballot in front of the Lakewood Civic Center with text that reads "April 7th is election day. LakewoodCO.gov/SpecialElection"
Election Day is TOMORROW! 🗳️ Haven’t voted yet? Drop off your ballot at a box or vote in-person before 7 PM tomorrow, April 7th.
📍 Find a drop box: https://lkwd.co/BallotBoxLocations
ℹ️ Learn more: https://lkwd.co/SpecialElection2026
Happy Easter greeting with a variety of decorated eggs and bunny ears on a light blue background, from the City of Lakewood.
Happy Easter, Lakewood! Wishing you a day filled with joy, springtime cheer, and happy moments with loved ones. 🌷