Tickets are on sale now for Localworks’ fourth annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser, scheduled for Sept. 17, 7:30 a.m. shotgun start at Applewood Golf Course in Golden. The cost to play is $120 per player and $450 per team. The 18-hole scramble tournament tees off at 7:30 a.m. and welcomes players of all skill levels. Participants can
Summer is still in full swing, and we’re celebrating with an evening of family fun, sweet treats, and community at El Arka Plaza (located at 6875 W. 38th Ave)! Join Localworks on Thursday, August 13, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. for a fun-filled Live Local at one of Wheat Ridge’s newest community gathering places. El
Early bird registration is now open for Localworks’ fourth annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser, scheduled for Sept. 17 at Applewood Golf Course in Golden. You can purchase your tickets online at wearelocalworks.org/golf. Golfers who register by July 31 will receive discounted rates of $100 for an individual player or $350 for a foursome. Beginning Aug. 1, registration increases
Localworks, in partnership with the City of Wheat Ridge, has launched a coordinated set of initiatives through Ridge at 38, an effort designed to highlight local businesses, promote community events, and encourage residents to explore the 38th Avenue corridor. The initiative includes a newly developed website, a series of light-pole banners, and a community reimbursement
Each summer, Ridgefest brings more than 1,500 Wheat Ridge residents and those from surrounding areas together for an afternoon of live music, local food and beverages, and neighborly connection. Hosted by Localworks, this year’s festival will return Saturday, June 6, from 2 to 8 p.m. at The Green at 38th. At Ridgefest, attendees can expect
Clear Creek Makerspace is turning two, and we are celebrating the best way we know how: by opening our doors to the whole community! On Wednesday, April 1, at 6 p.m., we will host our Terrible Twos Birthday Bash, a free, come-as-you-are gathering for makers, neighbors and anyone curious about what happens inside our workshop
Localworks’ Live Local series is back and in full swing for 2026, continuing its mission of supporting economic prosperity while uplifting Wheat Ridge’s local businesses through consistent, community-centered events. As highlighted in the organization’s annual report, Live Local welcomed an average of 50 guests per event in 2025 and connected more than 500 residents with
Thank you, Wheat Ridge, for another incredible Colorado Gives Day! Thanks to your generosity, we raised a total of $10,311. Every penny is going back into your community and directly to the Clear Creek Makerspace. Our hearts are full of gratitude. It means so much to see the community rally around the Makerspace. Having a
This January, start your New Year’s health goals off with a new-to-you workout wardrobe at Localworks’ first Live Local event of the year. Localworks and SPENGA Wheat Ridge are teaming up to bring you another exciting Live Local clothing swap! Join us on Tuesday, January 20 from 4:00–7:00 PM at SPENGA’s beautiful studio located at
If you’ve ever wanted to see a chicken decide your fate, this is your chance. Localworks is inviting the community to spend this Colorado Gives Day at the fourth annual Bar Stool Bingo fundraiser. Test your luck at this one-of-a-kind fundraiser for Wheat Ridge’s own Clear Creek Makerspace (CCM). The event takes place Tuesday, Dec.
Mid-century charm, modern elegance, and plenty of stories are tucked behind neighborhood doors. Step inside some of Wheat Ridge’s most distinctive homes for the Mid-Century and Modern Home Tour on Saturday, Sept. 13. Hosted by Localworks, this beloved biennial event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and features five private Wheat Ridge residences. Some
Grab your clubs for a cause on Thursday, September 4, 2025! Localworks, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Wheat Ridge, is teeing up its third annual Golf Tournament and Fundraiser. This laid-back, community-centered tournament offers a full morning of golf while supporting the organization’s mission to advance Wheat Ridge as a more vibrant and sustainable place
If you’ve ever admired Wheat Ridge’s classic mid-century gems or modern renovations and wondered what stories lie behind those inviting front doors, the 2025 Mid-Century and Modern Home Tour is your chance to find out. Hosted by Localworks, the popular biennial event returns Saturday, Sept. 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This self-guided tour
Localworks is bringing back its Business Block Party series to 38th Avenue on Saturday, June 14, from 2 to 6 p.m., with an afternoon packed full of live music, hands-on activities, local vendors and plenty of reasons to stick around through the evening. The event will take place outside Wheat Ridge Lanes at 6595 W.
Ridgefest is back for another sunny summer day of local live music, food trucks, yard games, and neighborhood fun! Before the festivities begin, Localworks is calling on our community of creative minds to help shape this year’s celebration. Now in its third year, the Ridgefest Button Contest, sponsored by Sweet Ridge Studios, has quickly become
Localworks invites the Wheat Ridge community to celebrate 20 years of community-driven initiatives and the first anniversary of the Clear Creek Makerspace (CCM). The event takes place March 31 at CCM, located at 9110 W. 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Guests can enjoy a slideshow of community photos from the past two
Localworks’ biannual Mid-Century and Modern Home Tour is making its highly anticipated return in September 2025! Do you own a mid-century modern-style home in Wheat Ridge? If so, Localworks wants to hear from you. This year’s tour will showcase five to six homes in Wheat Ridge that exemplify mid-century or modern design. It’s a wonderful
Wheat Ridge, you’ve outdone yourselves. Thanks to your remarkable generosity, this year’s Colorado Gives Day campaign not only met but far surpassed our $10,000 goal, raising an incredible $13,939. This marks the most successful campaign in Localworks’ history—and it’s all thanks to you. As Localworks Executive Director Paige shared, “Three years ago, we had this
For children, play isn’t just fun—it’s how they learn, connect, and make sense of the world around them. And in the world of play, representation matters. For kids who use medical devices like G-tubes, canes, or cochlear implants, it’s rare to find toys that reflect their own life experiences. Assistive devices, mobility aids, prosthetics, orthotics,
Localworks is thrilled to continue the excitement surrounding the launch of Explore44, the new corridor identity for 44th Avenue. To celebrate and engage Wheat Ridge residents and visitors, Localworks is launching the first-ever Explore44 fun run and block party. The “Rad Retro Run: Journey Back to the 80s” will take place at 9:00 a.m. on
As the voting period for local ballot measures draws near, Localworks is committed to ensuring that Wheat Ridge residents are well-informed. On September 26, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m., Localworks will host Ballots and Beans at Stylus and Crate to educate the community on the upcoming decisions regarding the future of the Lutheran Legacy
Mark your calendars for Sept. 19, 2024, because Localworks is teeing off for a day of community and fundraising at our second annual golf tournament! The scramble begins at 7:30 a.m. at Applewood Golf Course, located at 14001 W. 32nd Ave., Golden, Colorado. Whether you’re an avid golfer or just looking for a fun day
In an effort to bolster local businesses during the ongoing Improve Wadsworth project, Localworks has launched the “Shop Local & Win” campaign, encouraging residents to support the local businesses along the Wadsworth Corridor. The initiative invites community members to make purchases at any business within the city limits along Wadsworth Blvd. and its adjoining intersections.
Join us in bringing the exterior of Clear Creek Makerspace to life! This July, seize the opportunity to make your mark with our community paint-by-numbers mural! Localworks invites you to join us on July 13 and July 27 for two exciting events where you can paint a section of the mural and leave your lasting
