The rain held off until after lunch, so the free shredding event June 15 in Black Forest played out as planned! During the morning, a total of 368 individuals, from 26 different Postal ZIP Codes, contributed to the shredding of about14,850 pounds of personal paper documents that were no longer needed.Having these documents shredded and recycled by a professional shredding company prevented the chance that sensitive personal information could fall into the hands of a nefarious individual who might attempt to use them for identification theft or some scam. This was the 11th year that Chapter 1100 of Black Forest has partnered with AARP ElderWatch in Denver to provide this community service. The chapter also provided free coffee, snacks, water and fruit to the participants. Free-will donations given to a local charity by the participants were also accepted. AARP Chapter 1100 in Black Forest participates in several community service events each year. The chapter motto is ìTo Serve Not to Be Served.î There is no age requirement for chapter membership. Individuals interested in visiting or joining Chapter 1100 should contact the Ray Rozak, chapter president, at 719-495-6767. Additional information on Chapter 1100 can be found at https://aarpchapter1100blackforest.weebly.com/index.html Black Forest Chapter 1100 meets at noon the second Wednesday of each month at Black Forest Lutheran Church. The July meeting will be a catered picnic. Persons interested in joining the chapter should call Ray at 719-495-6767 or Stan at 719-596-6787. Dues are $10 per year. All are welcome.
