West Colfax Association of Neighbors | Serving West Colfax and south Sloan's Lake since 2009

The West Colfax Association of Neighbors – aka WeCAN – welcomes you to the West Colfax neighborhood!

Founded in 2009, WeCAN is a nonprofit neighborhood organization serving West Colfax and south Sloan's Lake.

West Colfax is a West Denver neighborhood, bordered by Sheridan Boulevard on the west, Federal Boulevard on the east, 19th Avenue and Sloan's Lake on the north, and the Lakewood Gulch on the south. Our neighborhood has a rich and diverse history plus many modern amenities. From the hustle and bustle of West Colfax Avenue to the tranquility of a sunset at Sloan's Lake Park, the neighborhood has something for everyone. We hope you find something of interest on our site and hope to see you soon.

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Be Advised Neighbors: Global Dance Festival 2017 is happening at Sports Authority Field at Mile High this Friday and Saturday, July 21 & 22, 3:00-11:00p each day.

Be advised that parking will be strictly enforced around the stadium. Neighbors can contact the stadium’s Guest Relations at 720-258-3000 with any questions or concerns about happenings at the stadium. ... See MoreSee Less

2 days ago

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Get the latest crime trends, stats, and ask your questions tonight! Join the Denver Police District 1 for the Citizens Advisory Group (CAG) for their monthly meeting. Food will be served.DON'T FORGET....The Citizen's Advisory Group Meeting is tonight !!

This month’s meeting of the Commander’s Advisory Group is tonight at 6:00 p.m. in the District One Community Room.

District One is located at 1311 West 46th Avenue, Denver 80211.

Commander Pazen will have crime statistics for individual neighborhoods in Northwest Denver.

Bring your questions, concerns, and comments to be addressed at the meeting.

Refreshments will be served. ... See MoreSee Less

3 days ago

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Come run with your neighbors tomorrow! Join the WeCAN Running Club every Monday at Seedstock Brewery @6:30p for a lap around Sloan's Lake and return for a BOGO beer! 16 runs earns you the 16oz. WeCAN Running Club Pint Glass!

Monday Night Run ClubJul 17, 6:30pmSeedstock BreweryJoin us and WeCan Denver every Monday night for a fun run club that starts and ends at Seedstock!

The group meets at the brewery and departs at 6:30pm for a self-paced lap of beautiful Sloan's Lake before meeting back at the brewery where all runners get a 2-for-1 beer!

All running levels are encouraged, and you're welcome whether you come once or every week. Join for 16 runs and earn a free pint glass! ... See MoreSee Less

3 days ago

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Been looking for a way to volunteer in your West Colfax neighborhood? Join WeCAN at this year's Neighborhood Festival!

When: Saturday, August 5 with 2 hour shifts between 10a-4p
Where: Cheltenham Elementary, 1580 Julian St.
What: Volunteers are needed to help serve drinks, set-up or tear-down, traffic control, food preparation/serving, or man the WeCAN booth.

Please contact Diana at diana@wecandenver.org to get more information and to sign up.

2017 West Colfax Neighborhood FestivalAug 5, 11:00amTBDWe will host the annual West Colfax Neighborhood Festival at the start of Denver Days with Mayor Hancock and the city of Denver ... See MoreSee Less