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Wadsworth fire leaves one dead, two hurt Several local businesses also displaced by blaze
Emergency workers found the body of a man Jan. 4 in the rubble of the building. Police identified the man as addictions counselor John Rutter who was last seen in the building before the Jan. 2 fire. Photo by Crystal Anderson
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A mid-morning fire engulfs the Scenic Heights Office Building, 6475 Wadsworth Blvd., Saturday, Jan. 2. The building is a complete loss, according to Arvada Fire. Photo courtesy of Arvada Fire Protection District
Investigators using heavy equipment and K-9 dogs discovered the body of a man at about 3 p.m. Jan. 4 in the rubble of an Arvada office building decimated by a fire two days earlier. Arvada police identified the man as substance abuse counselor John Alan Rutter, 55, who was last seen by a colleague working in the building when the fire broke out. The Facebook page for Creative Treatment Options, where Rutter worked, confirmed late Jan. 4 that the man found was Rutter.
Tannis Jahn, office manager and counselor for Creative Treatment Services, said Rutter was in the office when the fire started. “I know that he was there because we were working together,” Jahn said in a Jan. 4 press conference at the nearby business, Sportline.
Music school marks first anniversary By Crystal Anderson canderson@coloradocommunitymedia.com
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Olde Town’s Rock Life Music Academy helps students realize music dreams
Years ago, Alex Boccia remembers being a young teen watching his first battle of the bands behind a fence near his Illinois home, dreaming that one day he would play that stage and win. Today, after realizing that dream, he’s helping students of all ages reach theirs through music. Born out of a passion to teach and play guitar, Boccia’s Rock Life Music Academy helps teach children, teenagers and adults how to play guitar and drums in a low-key, easygoing, yet challenging environment. A guitarist for the local rock bands Old Ironsides Band and A Memory Down, Boccia, 27, understands the demands of the
Arvada Fire Department is still investigating the cause of the fire, which began shortly before 10 a.m. Jan. 2 in the Scenic Heights Professional Building at 6475 Wadsworth Blvd., Deputy Fire Marshal Deanna Harrington said.
Brett Schneider, left, stands with his new guitar and guitar teacher, Alex Boccia. Schneider said his skills have improved immensely since starting lessons at Rock Life Music Academy. Courtesy photo
Sports: Basketball season set to resume. See Page 19
Recall group mostly funded by teachers’ unions Secretary of State orders release of donor information By Crystal Anderson canderson@coloradocommunitymedia.com Nearly 100 percent of money used by Jeffco United — the parent-founded organization behind the successful recall of three conservative school board members — came from local, state and national teachers’ unions, according to campaign reports ordered released by the Colorado Secretary of State. The information was released Christmas Eve in compliance with a decision of the Colorado Administrative Courts. The suit filed by Colorado Government Watch, which works to ensure transparency and accountability of public officials and organizations, resulted in the Dec. 16 ruling that Jeffco United’s main purpose was to
support the recall. That makes it an issue committee, required to report its donors to the Secretary of State. “In sum, because United had a major purpose of supporting the recall election, it was an issue committee obligated to register and file reports of its contributions and expenditures,” the ruling read. Jeffco United organizers argued that nonprofits that support social welfare issues do not have to release donor information under Federal Election Commission guidelines. Jeffco United, started in May by parents Tina Gurdikian and Wendy McCord, cited its purpose as supporting education and the importance of voting as a nonpolitical committee. The released Jeffco United reports show the bulk of its money did not come from grassroots-based contributions. Although organizers sought sponsorships and received help from individuals in the community, 99 percent of its funding —
$286,615 in total — came from local, state and national teachers’ unions. The Jefferson County Education Association gave $20,000, the Colorado Education Association $113,500 and the National Education Association $150,000. Records show $3,115 came from individual donors. “We are talking about playing by the rules of the game, and this wasn’t in the rules of the game,” said Lynea Hansen, a Jeffco United spokesperson. “We were playing by the rules that were given to us … We didn’t appeal this decision because enough is enough. This community really needs to heal.” The organizers of Jeffco United also created two additional groups last summer — Jeffco United for Action, an issue committee which supported and help fund the recall; and Jeffco United Forward, an independent expenditure committee which advocated for the election
of board members. Organizers said those groups were created for clear purposes. But the court saw these actions as an attempt to hide the organization’s intent to support the recall. “…by setting up an intermediate committee, United cloaked the identities of its contributors from public disclosure,” the ruling stated. “The disclosure by JU4A (Jeffco United for Action) that United was one of its major contributors provided little information to the electorate about who was actually funding the recall, and defeated the transparency that is a primary goal of the fair campaign practice laws.” In October, Jeffco United donated $93,000 to Jeffco United for Action, its largest donation. The recall effort ousted the conservative board majority elected in 2013 of Jeffco continues on Page 20
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NEWS IN A HURRY City installs benches The City of Arvada will see a return of nearly 150 bus benches in the coming months, thanks to a recent agreement with Creative Outdoor Advertising of America Inc. Beginning in February, Creative Outdoor will start replacing bus benches near transit stops throughout the community. They will have a uniform design and provide a functional and distinguished bench for residents. In 2014, the city’s former benches were slowly being removed because of a change in services with Outfront Media, which sponsored the benches through local advertising.
“My boyfriend, Colin, and I do everything together,” Caroline Olsen said. “We really enjoy a lot of the same things — we’re both adrenaline junkies.” Courtesy photo
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CAROLINE OLSEN Chamber of commerce employee loves adrenaline and adventure About me I am fascinated by the world around me and how, through our actions and perspectives, I can help shape it into something more. I’m 24, and in that short time have lived a little in many places. I was born in Wisconsin but shortly after moved to Oklahoma, where I spent a good portion of my childhood. After high school I moved to Colorado Springs to attend Colorado College and
study history. I love people and learning about people and events. There, I found a deep passion for social justice issues, which have always intrigued me, and I studied the Tulsa Race Riots, a subject I later created a film on for my master’s thesis at Syracuse. After a year at Syracuse, I knew I wanted to be back in Colorado. So my boyfriend, Colin, and I packed up our stuff and moved to Denver. We now live in Cherry Creek with our two cats, Waffles and Booger. It’s pretty great. Fascinated by digital media I also just started a job with the Arvada Chamber of Commerce and the Arvada Visitors Center as their community outreach coordinator. And I love it. I really enjoy getting to work with various forms of communication, social media and people. I’m particularly fascinated by the analysis side of social media and find that and documentary film very similar. It’s all about people and communication. Someday, I hope to be in a similar position as this, doing digital media, film and public relations with various nonprofit organizations.
In my free time When I’m not working, I love to find some aerobic outlet to reach the next level. Whether it is yoga, hot yoga, acro- or aerial yoga, rock climbing, hiking, slacklining and highlining — I’ll do it. I love being challenged and having the feeling of accomplishment that each of those bring. You never reach that highest peak, always challenging yourself to do better. With those activities, there is always something more you can move towards. I also love traveling, and have been lucky enough to visit some truly beautiful places. Some of those places really left an impact on me: In college I was able to study in Mongolia, where I lived with nomads. This past June, I went to Africa and I spent an hour with the silverback gorillas in the jungles of Rwanda. Traveling truly gives you a different perspective, allowing you a glimpse into the world outside of your community, shaping you into who you really are. If you have suggestions for My Name Is..., contact Crystal Anderson at Canderson@ coloradocommunitymedia.com.
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THE LITTLE HELPERS BEHIND HOPE HOUSE Arvada’s Milender White Construction Company stopped by Hope House of Colorado in mid-December to deliver presents for the teen moms and the children who benefit from the nonprofit organization. This delivery from the company’s Santas allowed those moms to give their children a brighter Christmas. Courtesy photo
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Jefferson Parkway: Time to Stop Throwing Good Money After Bad
In May 2008, the Board of County Commissioners joined with Arvada and Broomfield to create the Jefferson Parkway Public Highway Authority, whose purpose is to build a privately funded toll road connecting Highway 128 and Highway 93, skirting the Rocky Flats Wildlife Refuge. Over 7 years later, JPPHA still has not found an investor, because traffic studies don’t show enough demand for it. Meanwhile, Jeffco has contributed over $3.3 million to the JPPHA which it will never get back, and has budgeted $200,000 more for 2016. It’s time to stop wasting taxpayer money.
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Christmas tree recycling kicks into gear By Crystal Anderson canderson@coloradocommunitymedia.com Oh, Christmas tree, oh, Christmas tree, whatever shall I do with thee? As the holidays come to a close, and the festive decorations come down, one tall, needley item — the Christmas tree — still stands in houses across Arvada. The city is offering an outlet to recycle that tree, while giving back to the community. “We keep a lot of trees from going to the landfill,” said Craig Hillegas, the city’s forester. “It’s a grab-atree, mulch-it, and then put-it-away event.” While driving up to the Lutz sports complex at 58th and Miller streets, one of the city’s three recycling stations, a large green Christmas tree cutout stands with hundreds of trees behind it, marking the drop-off site. A scent of pine and evergreen trees wafts through car air vents in the frosty cold morning. With hardware, tinsel, lights and ornaments removed, residents sporadically drove up to recycle their trees on a recent day. One by one, they plopped them on top of a growing pile before jumping into their cars, leaving 2015 and the holidays behind them. “There’s no reason to throw these into the landfill,” said Arvada resident Geoff Suk after he dropped off his tree. “It’s organic material that we can give back to the earth.” Tree by tree, city workers threw them into the chopper, where they were turned into mulch, leaving little tree shavings along the ground and infusing fresh pine scent into the air. The city’s parks department does a variety of things with the woody remnants. From donations to local gardens and residents, and using them for park maintenance throughout the year, Arvada Christmas trees continue to be of use far past their holiday expiration date.
DROP-OFF LOCATIONS • The City Parks Maintenance Shop at 7800 W. 62nd Avenue is accepting trees 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, through Jan. 22. • Lake Arbor Lake Park at 6400 Pomona Drive is accepting trees 24/7 through Jan. 25. • Lutz Sports Complex at West 58th Avenue and Miller Street is accepting trees 24/7, through Monday, Jan. 25.
One by one, parks workers like Randi Smith load the holiday evergreens into a chopping machine to be turned into mulch. Photos by Crystal Anderson
Mulch will be available free of charge at all drop-site locations. Residents will be responsible for loading and hauling of mulch. For more information on the Christmas tree mulching program or how to use mulch in your landscape, call the Parks Department at 720-898-7410.
After they’re chopped, the trees are turned into mulch, which will be available for public use throughout the year.
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Event offers experiences of the Old West 27th Colorado Cowboy Poetry Gathering set for Jan. 21-24
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By Christy Steadman csteadman@coloradocommunitymedia.com In the form they take today, cowboy gatherings have only been around for about 30 years. But they stem from the ways of the Old West, and people can experience the tradition at the 27th annual Colorado Cowboy Poetry Gathering, which comes to Golden Jan. 21-24. “It’s a folk art that started with the cattle drives, and it carried on,” said performer and event coordinator Liz Masterson. This year, people can enjoy four days of old — and contemporary — cowboy tradition through poets and western singers. The gathering takes people back to a time before iPods and watching movies on a mobile device, Masterson said. “Everybody is rushed these days,” she said. “This gives them a chance to step back in time and relax a bit.” People familiar with cowboy gatherings generally enjoy the nostalgia, Masterson said, but the gathering is “also a chance for city folks to be in a different culture.” Cowboy poetry is a little more animated than what people usually think of as urban poetry, Masterson said. One of the 15 performers this year is Susie Knight of Conifer, who has been “on the stage and in the saddle” for more than 50 years. Knight performs poetry and songs with her guitar. “We’re a genre that relates to all ages,” Knight said. “It gets people caught up in a feeling or a memory.” For example, one of her crowd pleasers is a story about a grandmother, who tells about life as a ranchwoman — milking the cows and fixing her make-up. People relate because everyone has a grandmother, or is a grandmother, Knight said. “You write about what you know,” said Andy Nelson, a cowboy poet from Wyoming who includes a lot of humor in his works. And “there’s nothing a cowboy likes more than hearing about a horse wreck.” But a person does not have to be involved in the cowboy culture to enjoy the gathering, he said. “Don’t let the topic scare you away,” said Nelson, who has performed at the gathering at least a dozen times. “Those who have never experienced it before become hooked. This is a good opportunity to get your feet wet and delve into the genre.” Pop Wagner has seen generations grow up through the nearly two decades he has been performing at cowboy gatherings. Along with performing, Wagner will also be having a cinch-making class at this year’s gathering. The “old-time cowboys” would make their own cinches, he said. The class provides people the opportunity to work with their hands and make something original for their horse that will last a long time. Golden always turns out an appreciative and interested audience, Wagner said. “Cowboys have been a part of Colorado since the early days — it makes sense to have it here,” he said. People will “get a taste of the Old West and the New West.”
10 a.m. to noon Jan. 21 at Clear Creek History Park, 1020 11th St. in Golden Colorado Cowboy Poetry Gathering welcome reception and show: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 21 at Miner’s Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Avenue in Golden Colorado Cowboy Poetry Gathering weekend performances: American Mountaineering Center, 710 10th St. in Golden Jan. 22: Daytime session: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Mainstage Show: 7:30 p.m.
Dave Stamey, called the “Charley Russell of Western Music” by Cowboys and Indians magazine, looks out into the crowd during the Colorado Cowboy gathering last year. Courtesy photos
Jan. 23: Daytime session: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Mainstage Show: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 24: Sunday Songs: 10 a.m.; Mainstage Matinee Show: 1 p.m. Chuckwagon lunch: Jan. 22 and 23, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Andy Nelson is one of the main stage performers at the 27th annual Colorado Cowboy Poetry Gathering, which comes to Golden Jan. 21-24. The gathering always includes some “top-notch” performers, Nelson said.
Colorado Cowboy Poetry Gathering classes: Pop Wagner’s Cinch-making Class: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 22-24 Gary Allegretto’s Learn to Play Cowboy Harmonica Instantly: 11 a.m. Jan. 24 2016 Colorado Cowboy Poetry Gathering performers Gary Allegretto and Ian Espinoza Floyd Beard Jon Chandler Patty Clayton Doris Daley Mark Gardner and Rex Rideout Kristyn Harris Mary Kaye Susie Knight Liz Masterson Gary McMahan Al “Doc” Mehl Andy Nelson Pop Wagner and Bob Bovee Dick Warwick
Pop Wagner explains weaving technique to a participant in a cinch-making class in Arvada in January 2011. Pop Wagner’s cinch-making class will be offered at the 27th annual Colorado Cowboy Poetry Gathering, which comes to Golden Jan. 21-24.
To find a schedule of events, register for classes or to purchase tickets for performances, visit www.coloradocowboygathering.com.
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Parker used words to connect with community Longtime journalist, who died Jan. 2, wrote about business, entertainment and more By Ann Macari Healey ahealey@coloradocommunitymedia.com Wendy Aiello first met Penny Parker when Parker was working at the Rocky Mountain News covering retail, tourism, restaurants and advertising. They became fast friends. “She was smart and funny,” said Aiello, a public relations executive in Denver. “She made me laugh every time I talked to her. She truly loved being a reporter and enjoyed being in the thick of things in Denver.” When Parker died Jan. 2, she was still writing about entertainment, restaurant and philanthropic happenings in the Denver metro area in her popular weekly column “Mile High Life” for Colorado Community Media. “Penny helped connect our suburban readers to what was happening in the Denver metro area,” said Jerry Healey, Colorado Community Media publisher.
“Her voice can never be replaced.” Parker died in her Capitol Hill condominium at 12:30 p.m. Jan 2, exactly one month after her 62nd birthday. The cause of death has not been determined, her husband, Greg Parker Henry, said. “Penny loved the battle for a scoop, whether she was writing a business story about the ski industry or finding out about John Elway’s engagement,” Henry said. “Penny loved the `On the Town’ column and working at the Rocky. Leaving the Rocky left a void in her life she was never able to get back. But she loved connecting with her readers on Facebook and in person.” Parker also is survived by her son, Mackenzie Parker Harden, 25, to whom she was devoted and who lives in New York. A family memorial and celebration of life will be held at an as-yet undetermined time, Henry said. A longtime journalist known for her tenaciousness, humor and competitiveness, Parker was a features and business reporter at The Denver Post until the rival
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Rocky Mountain News hired her in 2000 to write “On the Town,” a column about the “famous and near-famous” — as Henry put it — in the Denver sports, business and entertainment worlds. She covered major events such as the 2008 Democratic National Convention, the 2005 NBA All-Star Game, the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City and the 2001 NHL Stanley Cup finals. She also garnered respect for her relentlessly thorough and determined business coverage. “At the Rocky, Penny was our greatest nemesis, especially with her terrific ski coverage,” said Don Knox, former Denver Post and later, Rocky Mountain News, business editor, who competed against Parker at the height of Denver’s newspaper wars. “She was everywhere at a time when it seemed like every Colorado resort was up for sale or changing hands. What really stood out was her persistence — once she got her teeth into a ski story, she never let go, and that defined her among her generation of reporters.” Bob Burdick, retired editor of the Rocky Mountain News, remembers Parker as an energetic and knowledgeable member of metro Denver’s business and journalism scenes. “She seemed to know just about everyone and every place, and she could easily recite a list of potential venues — new or old — to try,” he said. “She will be missed.” Parker also gained a large following, when after being diagnosed with breast cancer, she shared her experience through her column. “She really struck a chord with readers because all of us had a personal connection to someone who fought cancer,” Henry said. When the Rocky Mountain News closed in 2009, she moved back to the Denver Post as a business columnist until being laid off in 2012, Henry said. Parker continued writing her “On the Town” column for the society website blacktie-colorado.com until 2014. This past year, Henry said, she worked in retail sales for Macy’s and Dillard’s with occasional freelance work in public relations,
‘What really stood out was her persistence — once she got her teeth into a ski story, she never let go, and that defined her among her generation of reporters.’ Don Knox, Former Denver Post and Rocky Mountain News business editor marketing and writing. An avid Denver Broncos fan, Parker also loved her dogs, friends and playing golf and was passionate about cooking and dining out, her friend, Aiello, said. In lieu of flowers, Parker’s family asks that donations be sent to her favorite charities: Sense of Security, www.senseofsecurity.org, which provides financial help to breast cancer patients; Denver Dumb Friends League, www.ddfl.org; or The First Tee of Denver, http://www.thefirstteeofdenver.com. Once competitors but always friendly, Knox and Parker ended up working for The Denver Post together as columnists — he covering retail, she writing about general business. “Penny never gave up on life’s work as a teller of stories ...,” Knox said. “She reveled in it, even though the business changed on all of us.”
Seeking Applicants for 2016 Boards and Commissions Vacancies Applications are being accepted for the following city boards and commissions in 2016 and you can now apply online: Arvada Culture and Arts Commission Arvada Festivals Commission Arvada Golf Advisory Committee Arvada Liquor Licensing Authority Arvada Park Advisory Committee Arvada Sustainability Advisory Committee Board of Adjustment Executive Defined Contribution Plan Board Human Services Advisory Committee Planning Commission Police Pension Plan Board Transportation Advisory Committee Information about each board, as well as application details, can be found at Arvada.org/2016boards. Applications can be completed online or you may download, print and complete your application. You will need to complete one General Application and then complete the Supplemental Questions for up to three boards for which you wish to be considered. You may also attach a short resume, although it is not required. Applications are due in the City Clerk’s Office by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 15, 2016. Please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 720-898-7550 with any questions.
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Looking ahead to a long, strange ride Well, that was an interesting start to the new year. My first week of 2016 started with two funerals — one for the father of a friend, the other for the father of my oldest friend. Somebody said we’re “getting to that age.” I don’t want to be of any age, especially not “that age.” Ah, well. This isn’t the obituary page, so I’m not going to dwell on the individuals. Of the second funeral, I would say only this: the best compliment I could pay to the deceased is simply to point to the man his son became, and say his life resonates in the life of my friend, a man I love like a brother. But funerals do give you an opportunity for some reflection — at least if you’re the maudlin type, like me. Both men died after long lives, with records of service to their country, and both leave behind families and legacies of love. I wonder if, at
the end, either worried at all about what was left on their desks at work. I think not. I couldn’t help but think they Michael Alcorn would have approved HITTING of a sign I HOME saw hung in one of my brilliant colleague’s rooms right before Christmas. It read “Be Kinder than Necessary.” Actually, that phrase kind of leapt off the wall at me and has been bouncing around in my head for the better part of my Christmas break. There being very little else to bounce around in my head during Christmas break.
It has made me think about what other expressions would be helpful to bounce around in a few heads for a couple weeks. As I’ve mentioned, I’m not the resolution type, but let me, maybe, suggest a few other phrases of that form that you might find useful in the new year. Be more generous than is wise. Especially with your time and your judgments. Be more merciful than is justified. Especially with the least among us. Be more forgiving than is prudent. Especially with yourself. Be more honest than is comfortable. This is likely to be the hardest one for me, as my tendency is too often to be too diplomatic. As a wise person once said, “Telling somebody the truth helps them — telling them what they want to hear helps you.” However, maybe it would
be easier to start with yourself on this one, and work your way outward from there. Be more faithful than is sensible. “The substance of things hoped for, and the evidence of things unseen,” sometimes requires a leap that you can’t quite articulate logically. Do it, anyway. Especially with your dreams. And be more joyful than is reasonable. Why not? At the very least, make everyone else wonder what you know that they don’t. Welcome to 2016, my friends. It’s going to be a long, strange ride, so keep your chin up, and your wits about you. With a little luck, we can all laugh our way through. Michael Alcorn is a teacher and writer who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. His novels are available at MichaelJAlcorn.com.
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‘If ’ is powerful little word A New Year’s idea: Resolve to be grateful Want something inspiring and possibly life-transformative to do for the new year? Try putting more effort into being grateful. There are many experiences, emotions and events that have happened to you that no doubt you are not grateful for. If you don’t have enough money to make ends meet, if you lose a loved one or have to put a beloved pet down, if you have enduring marital difficulties or have an anemic sex life, you are not likely to feel grateful for such things. But if you focus your attentions toward all the bad things in your life, you will feel lousy. Only when you focus your attentions on what is good will you feel better. So try this exercise — it will help you to feel better. Create as extensive a list as you can about the experiences, the people and the events that you are grateful for over this past year. What happened to you that you are thankful for? Whom did you meet? What have you accomplished or experienced? Who have you influenced? Where you have used your skills and talents? What have you done that you are proud of? And what have you done to have fun? When have you been romantic? How do you creatively express yourself? When were you open to people or experiences that were foreign or new? How have you utilized your originality and your ingenuity? When have you been courageous or brave? To whom have you exhibited kindness or generosity? Empathy? How do you display integrity? Honesty? When have you persevered through challenges or adversity? What aspects of your life bring you the greatest sense of happiness or wellbeing? Which parts of your life do you find most rewarding? Whom have you
loved well—and whom have you allowed yourself to be loved by? What activities have offered you the greatest opportunity for personal growth or self-betterment? How have you been resilient? How have you taken care of your health, body and diet? When have you exercised good self-control? Finally, what do you want to accomNeil Rosenthal plish or experience this next year? What SOUND does the new year offer that you’re lookADVICE ing forward to? How can you commit yourself to better love and be loved this next year? How about taking time to play and have fun, or to travel? One way to express gratitude on a daily basis is to write down what you are thankful for that day. Another way is to do what I do. When my head hits the pillow at night, but before I fall asleep, I recount all the things I am proud of that I did that day, or all the things I am grateful for that happened to me. Today, I will include you for reading this column. Neil Rosenthal is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Westminster and Boulder. His column is in its 24th year of publication, and is syndicated around the world. You can reach him at 303758-8777, or email him through his website: www.heartrelationships.com. The second edition of his book: “Love, Sex and Staying Warm: Creating A Vital Relationship,” recently hit the #1 best seller list on Amazon.
How many times in our lives have we uttered the word, “If?” “If only I would have…” “I could have made it if only I didn’t …” “If the sun wasn’t in my eyes.” “I would have been on time if I didn’t run into traffic.” If, if, if, if, if. There is an old saying that goes like this, “If `if’s’ and buts were candy and nuts, every day would be Christmas.” You see “If” has always been the scapegoat or excuse as to why we don’t accomplish what we had set out to achieve. “If” the gym wasn’t closed I would have gotten my workout in. “If” the church parking lot wasn’t so full I would have attended service. “If” my friends would just stop talking about me, I would stop talking about them. Such a small little word right? I mean really, two letters, “If,” but such a powerful and big little word. Even in its smallness, in its precarious position between success and failure, the word “If” has become the easiest way out for many of us when it comes to rationalizing and justifying why we are not who we want to be or where we want to be in life. Accepting “If” is like giving ourselves permission to accept the defeats, mishaps, and barriers to success that will challenge us along the way from time to time. What we need to understand is that regardless of our age, our position, our social status, our race, and our sex, there is only one person on the planet that can stop us from reaching success and becoming all that we were meant to be and achieving everything that we want to be, do, and have. And that one person who holds that ultimate power is the same person who greets us each morning as we look in the mirror. That’s right, the only person stopping you is…you. This happens because we get caught up in and buy into the “ifs” and the “If only” excuse making talk track or script that we rehearse over and over again un-
til the myth becomes fact. So here’s one potential solution for anyone who has become trapped in the “If” cycle of life, replace the word “If” with the word “When.” “When the gym is closed I will run laps around the building and do pushups and sit-ups.” “When the parking lot is full at church, I will park around the corner and walk, even though I may enter during the first hymn.” “When Michael Norton my friends seem WINNING like they are talking about me, I will WORDS listen to what they have to say, change what I need to change, and offer love and forgiveness. Never speaking poorly about them in return.” The world will certainly serve up its challenges and attempt to thwart our plans at times. And when that happens we can either buy into the problem and hide behind the excuse of “If” or we can say, “When the world gives me lemons, I will make lemonade.” I know it’s an old cliché, but it just felt like the right thing to share. How about you? Do you live in the world of “If’s and buts?” or do you take a more responsive and proactive approach toward life and live for new opportunities, claiming future successes with a “Can do” attitude? Either way I would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@ gmail.com. And as we replace the word “If” with the word “When” it really will be a better than good week. Michael Norton is a Colorado resident, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corp., strategic consultant, business and personal coach.
NEWS IN A HURRY Colorado Business Day Colorado Chamber of Association and Industry’s Colorado Business Day takes place from 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Jan. 21 in the Grand Ballroom at the Brown Palace Hotel, 321 17th St. in Denver, 80202. The event is designed to bring CEOs, small business leaders, local chamber executives and elected officials from across the state to discuss Colorado’s transitioning economy and top business priorities for the upcoming legislative session. Tickets cost $150 per person for members, $250 per person for nonmembers, $1,500 for a corporate table for members and $2,500 for a corporate table for nonmembers. Registration can be done online through the Colorado Association of Commerce and Industry’s website at www.cochamber.com or the Colorado Business Roundtable’s website at www. cobrt.com. For more information, contact Tricia Smith at 303-866-9629 or tsmith@ cochamber.com. Panel discussion on U.S. Oil Export Ban at School of Mines The Jeffco Energy Action Project, Vital for Colorado, Jefferson County Economic Development Corporation and the Colorado School of Mines is partnering to present a discussion on lifting the U.S. Oil Export Ban and what it means to Colorado. The event takes place 5:30-7:30 p.m. Jan. 21 in Bunker Auditorium at the Colorado School of Mines Green Center, 924 16th St. in Golden. The discussion is free to attend and open to the public, but registration is encouraged. Register online at www. lifttheoilexportban.eventbrite.com. The discussion panel includes U.S. Reps Ed Perlmutter (D) and Ken Buck (R); Christopher Guith, U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for 21st Century Energy; Geoff Houlton, director of commodity fundamentals Anadarko Petroleum Corp.; John R. Grizz Deal,
CEO IX Power Clean Water; and Craig W. Van Kirk, professor emeritus petroleum engineering at Colorado School of Mines. The discussion will be moderated by Dan Haley, president and CEO of the Colorado Oil and Gas Association. For more information, call 303568-0874 or 303-829-1655, or email jeffcoenergyactionproject@gmail. com. People may also connect through Facebook at www.facebook.com/JeffcoEnergyActionProject. British Tradition quilt exhibit ends Jan. 23 People have through Jan. 23 to see the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum’s exhibit, In the British Tradition: Quilts by Carolyn König. König, of Wodonga, Australia, is an author, a pattern designer and a quilt shop owner. Her quilts are known to be meticulous reproductions of elaborate eighteenth and nineteenth-century British quilts. The Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum is located at 1213 Washington Avenue in Golden. The museum also has a call for entries for Patchwork Pundits Take on Politics, an exhibit that will be available Oct. 27, 2016 through Jan. 21, 2017. The Patchwork Pundits Take on Politics exhibit will demonstrate the only socially acceptable way for a woman to express her political views in the nineteenth century — quiltmaking. The museum encourages all quiltmakers to celebrate the tradition of activism and awareness by making a politically-themed quilt. An entry with digital images must be received at the museum by Sept. 9, 2016. It may be emailed to Irene_b@ rmqm.org. Type Politics in the subject line. Entrants will be notified of acceptance by email by Sept. 23, 2016. For more information on the König exhibit or call for entries for the politics exhibit, visit www.rmqm.org or call 303-277-0377.
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THE HOLIDAY BLUES A walk in the sunshine, journaling and exercising help By Crystal Anderson canderson@colorado communitymedia.com
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new year brings a fresh canvas of opportunity and change, but for some the transition from the twomonth holiday season can lead to what’s known as the holiday blues. “Depression and feelings of sadness are natural emotions — we all get them and it’s normal,” said, Moe Keller, vice president of public policies and initiatives with Mental Health America of Colorado. “The expectations are overwhelming (during the holidays). It’s supposed to be a joyous time — and it can be — but the let-down after the high point can be a big factor in how we feel.” During the holiday season, people often have more to do — presents to buy, goals to accomplish, people to visit and events to fit into schedules — causing people to feel stressed, overwhelmed, anxious and not themselves. Triggered by the holidays, shorter days and a lack of sunlight, the blues tend to leave individuals disengaged and with feelings of sadness or irritability, said Shawn Smith, a Wheat Ridge psychologist. “The holiday blues force people to think about relationships,” he said. “Whether they have good or bad relationships … they’re lamenting for what they have or don’t have.” However, a clear distinction exists between these feelings and depression, and it’s important to recognize the difference,
said Keller, Smith and Lauren Jassil, early childhood director with the Community Reach Center in Thornton. “Both affect our lives, but it’s important to distinguish,” Jassil said. “…The holiday blues are when you’re out of routine, full of reflection. But when it begins to impact your relationships and life — your mental health is impacting your decisions and daily life — it’s important to get help.” Although exact numbers for how many people experience the holiday blues are unavailable, the National Association for Mental Illness reports 18 percent of adults have some sort of mental illness annually, with 6.9 percent of those experiencing depression. With a seasonal sadness, simple activities such as going outside, exercising, indulging in hobbies and finding social support can and do help to increase serotonin, the feel-good endorphin that elevates moods, Keller said. “Being outside in the sunshine helps,” she said. “There’s something about walking — it’s free — and it’s one of the most effective ways to lift your mood.” Jassil and Smith also recommend journaling, making tangible goals or plans and sticking to them, and acknowledging these feelings and knowing it’s OK to have and feel them — it’s just not OK to stay that way. “No mood lasts forever, even when it feels like it’s going to be really dark,” Smith said. “We forget it’s going to pass. Every mood feels permanent, but that’s just an illusion. Don’t avoid it, and don’t be afraid to talk about it.”
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WHAT CAN I DO? Depression is a deep sense of sadness. According to Mental Health America, these feelings often last beyond a few weeks, affect daily functions and decisions, are overwhelming, impact positive relationships and cause physical aches and pains. Here are some steps to fight depression:
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• Exercise •►Stay away from alcohol, drugs and addictive behaviors, such as shopping •►Talk with people • Seek support from social groups, such as an exercise class, faith-based group or hobby club Sources: Moe Keller, vice president of public policies and initiatives with Mental Health America of Colorado, Wheat Ridge psychologist Shawn Smith and Lauren Jassil, early childhood director with the Community Reach Center in Thornton
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‘The holiday blues force people to think about relationships.’ – Shawn Smith, Psychologist
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Albums that made a difference in 2015 Music has always reflected the times, so it’s fitting the best releases of the year are searching, personal works that defy compartmentalization in any particular genre. Following are the albums that had the biggest impact on me over the past 12 months. They provided comfort, posed questions and served as solid ground in a tumultuous year of widespread violence and social change. A year that reminded us at every stop to never take for granted the most important things in life. We can only hope the music of 2016 lives up to this year. Here’s my best of the best: 1. “To Pimp A Butterfly” - Kendrick Lamar Lamar captured 2015 in 80 sprawling minutes — at times violent, transformative, harrowing and beautiful. Lamar went beyond hip-hop, exploding the genre’s sonic palette through the incorporation of funk, acid jazz and come-to-Jesus gospel into his music. The sheer scope of Lamar’s lyrical insights is astounding. From the new civil rights anthem “Alright,” to the vitriol (both outward and inward) of “The Blacker the Berry,” he covered all the bases and made it look easy. He also created President Obama’s favorite song of the year by breathing fire into a tired cliché on “How Much A Dollar Cost.” Music didn’t get any more vibrant or vital. 2. “I Love You, Honeybear” - Father John Misty The funniest, bitterest and wisest album about the trials of love in a long time, Josh
Tillman (the real name of Father John Misty) created a masterpiece for romantics — secret, hopeless and everyone in between. Although Tillman created a persona to give him a little distance on the album, “Honeybear” still ends up being a startlingly Clarke Reader intimate story about falling in love with his LINER now wife. He channels NOTES the wit and hidden romance of Randy Newman, Harry Nilsson and Tom Waits while sounding unlike any other artist. To know what modern romance sounds like, check out this album: Tillman delivered a dissertation on the subject. 3. “E•MO•TION” - Carly Ray Jepsen After creating one of the century’s biggest pop hits with “Call Me Maybe,” Jepsen disappeared for three years, and people began to write her off as a one hit wonder. But one listen to “E•MO•TION” demonstrates why she was so quiet: she was busy crafting a pop masterpiece, the kind of knock-you-out, kick-down-the-door, hit machine that completely blasts away any who try to resist its charms. This is what musical joy sounds like. Music snobs, consider yourself on notice — this thing goes from start to finish, and if you have a problem with pop perfec-
CLARKE’S TOP 10 SONGS OF THE YEAR 1. “I Know There’s Gonna Be (Good Times)” feat. Popcaan & Young Thug - “In Colour” Jamie xx 2. “The Blacker the Berry” - “To Pimp A Butterfly” - Kendrick Lamar 3. “Alright” - “To Pimp A Butterfly” - Kendrick Lamar 4. “Clearest Blue” - “Every Open Eye” CHVRCHES 5. “Tell Your Friends” - “Beauty Behind The Madness” - The Weeknd 6. “Hello” - “25” - Adele 7. “Lake Song” - “What A Terrible World, What A Beautiful World” - The Decemberists 8. “Boy Problems” - “E•MO•TION” - Carly Rae Jepsen 9. “Adore” feat. Ariana Grande - Single Cashmere Cat 10. “Lisa Sawyer” - “Coming Home” - Leon Bridges
tion, get over it. Jepsen can’t be stopped. 4. “Surf” - Donnie Trumpet & The Social Experiment The best soul and jazz album wrapped into one shining whole, “Surf” is home to perhaps the happiest and most hopeful music of the year. The Social Experiment is a group of Chi-
cago musicians formed and led by Chance the Rapper, who broke into the rap scene on his 2013 mixtape “Acid Rap.” Here, Chance demonstrates how visionary he is — he’s not bound just by rap and is looking to bring other genres into his orbit. “Surf” is relentlessly positive. From the affirmations of “Wanna Be Cool” to the encouragement of “Slip Slide,” it’s an album to make you feel good. Press play and let it. 5. “Beauty Behind the Madness” - The Weeknd Dark, mysterious, sexy. That about describes the music Abel Tesfaye creates as The Weeknd, and he’s built a pop album that filters this worldview through Michael Jackson’s knack for writing hooks. Tesfaye isn’t searching for love. Any affection in his world is physical, flammable and fleeting. The deepest he feels is the desire that the women he meets find someone they can love — because it sure won’t be him. It’s escapism and sounds fantastic coming out of any speaker. Tesfaye produced the soundtrack for the Tinder world, where love is just a swipe away. For a night. Clarke Reader’s column on how music connects to our lives appears every other week. A community editor with Colorado Community Media, he is still annoyed Frank Ocean didn’t release his album this year. Check out his full end of year lists at calmacil20.blogspot.com. And share your favorite music of the year at creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com.
Ways to help end mental health stigma in 2016 It’s the new year! Holiday decorations have returned to storage and healthy eating habits have returned to something beyond eggnog and gingerbread. It’s time to resume our typical routines and perhaps start our New Year’s resolutions. Although many of us focus on improving our health and well-being in the new year, let’s also resolve to help others find health and happiness. One of the easiest ways to express support for someone with a mental illness is to help combat the stigma surrounding mental illness. Below are five ways you can help end mental health stigma in 2016. 1. Avoid using stigmatizing language When you use language such as crazy, insane, nuts, loopy, etc., to describe unpleasant events, you are unintentionally making light of mental illness. Everyone is guilty of using inappropriate language from time to time. However, by mindfully choosing different descriptive language, you seize the opportunity to stop contributing to the stigma. 2. Take time to learn facts Education is a necessary component to ending mental illness biases. Most stigmarelated behavior stems from a misunderstanding of the realities of mental health. Learning about the signs, symptoms and behaviors associated with mental illness
helps us recognize that mental illness is treatable. It also increases our understanding of our own mental wellness. Mental Health First Aid courses are a great way to learn the signs of mental illness and how mental illness can impact an individNick Boehm ual’s daily life. You will also learn ways to help ASK A someone experiencTHERAPIST ing a mental health crisis as well as learn what mental health services are available in your community. Community Reach Center offers Mental Health First Aid courses free of charge to all Adams County residents. Call 303-8533679 for more information or visit our website at www.communityreachcenter. org. 3. Encourage help seeking Although mental illness is common and treatable, sometimes people ignore or misinterpret symptoms. If you or someone you know is feeling unusually sad, worthless, or is experiencing a change in sleep patterns or eating habits, talk to a mental health
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Many people who experience mental health stigma report feeling hopeless, isolated, guilty, shamed and judged. Just as you would express compassion and support for a family member or friend dealing with a physical illness, it’s important to be there for someone dealing with a mental illness. When we provide a safe space to talk about mental health, opportunities are created to share experiences that can empower others to reach out for the help they need. 5. Take the stigma-free pledge Take a few minutes to take the stigmafree pledge with the National Alliance on Mental Illness. By taking the pledge you are making a choice to promote acceptance and challenge the social stereotypes surrounding mental illness. Once you take the pledge, share it on your social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter to help spread the word. Nick Boehm is a public information officer at Community Reach Center. Community Reach Center has worked to preserve and promote a commitment to excellence, professionalism and integrity within the community health care system for nearly 60 years. To learn about Community Reach Center, visit www.CommunityReachCenter. org or call (303) 853-3500.
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Newly released ‘Lights out’ isn’t light reading Candles are so romantic. Their light softens everything in the room, making shadows that add a little mystery while the flame’s twinkle hints of promises. Nothing sets a mood better than a candle with just the right scent — unless it’s a candle that you need to survive, as you’ll see in the new book “Lights Out” by Ted Koppel. Flip a switch, there’s illumination. Turn a fauTerri Schlichenmeyer cet, there’s water. Click, and you’ve BOOKWORM done your banking. We’ve become so used to the instantaneousness of these things that we barely give thought to having them. Flip, turn, click, done. And that, says Koppel, is a big problem. What we don’t know or, more likely, don’t think much about is that our electrical grid and the nation’s Internet infrastructure are not secure and are extremely vulnerable to attacks by a nation, group or individual willing to risk what he says is basically an “act of war.” We’re in this situation because profit has preference over preparedness, because we haven’t been thoroughly warned of the facts, and because some government officials don’t believe a cyberattack is possible. But it is, says Koppel; in fact, it’s already happened. He cites the Sony breach of a year ago, and a power loss in California in which a break-in occurred that affected a large portion of the state. The former example, he says, served as a warning of what hackers were capable of doing; the latter should be considered as
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Longtime TV journalist Ted Koppel, author of the recently released “Lights Out,” which explores the nation’s vulnerability to cyberattacks. Courtesy photo the same. It would be easy to think that the government, with its alphabet soup of agencies, would step in, should half the country (including a major city) endure cyberattack, but Koppel says that may not be the case. Generally speaking, we are woefully underprepared, he discovered through interviews with current and former officials, and his findings note a lot of buck-passing. Government officials did learn from disasters like Hurricane Katrina and 9/11 — just not enough. The solution — and if there is one, it may only be temporary — is surprisingly easy, as Koppel lays it out. Survival in a when-not-if scenario is possible, and it’s found by looking in Wyoming and Utah … Oh, my. Next time there’s a power outage in my area, I might hyperventilate a little bit. The outage might be accidental, but I’ll have “Lights Out” on my mind. Yes, it’s the stuff that post-apocalyptic
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Public asked to help track Colorado wildlife iNaturalist app allows users to post photos to scientific database
By Steven K. Paulson Associated Press DENVER — Colorado wildlife officials are trying to turn visitors to state parks and trails into amateur naturalists, creating an app that can be used to photograph animals and create a database that will be used by scientists to study whether climate change is altering the state’s habitats. Users of iNaturalist can post their photos and sounds, or view the observations of other park visitors. They can also alert others about their finds, so people can add to their collections. The app is especially attractive to birdwatchers. The app is available for free from Android and iPhone stores, and can also be downloaded from the Colorado wildlife tracking web page. The application automatically records observations with photos and GPS locations. People can also see other reports and get updates on wildlife sightings. Attracting visitors to Colorado’s parks Steamboat Lake State Park administrator Julie Arington said it’s a great project to attract more people to Colorado parks, and get help from people who already love nature and the outdoors. It is also an attempt to attract more people to explore state forests and trails. “People like to share what they find, and this is a chance to share. They can also get help from other people identify-
ing what they found,” Arington said. In Colorado, about 60 people have turned in more than 300 observations on animals, insects and plants after Colorado Parks and Wildlife posted notices at 42 campgrounds and numerous trails asking people to document their findings. Odd reports in Colorado so far include bugs called “Hanging Thieves” that are flies with long legs found near Walsenburg, a purplish copper butterfly with fuzzy wings found near Steamboat Lake State Park and a rabbit-eared Albert’s squirrel photographed near Durango. Wildlife specialists lead way Wildlife officials say if someone spots a rare or protected species, like the imperiled lynx that was reintroduced into the Colorado wilderness, the finding is reported but the details are obscured on the Internet to protect the animals and allow wildlife specialists to check it out. The program is part of a larger international project called iNaturalist.org, which has more than 130,000 members around the world who have contributed nearly 2 million observations. International project co-founder Scott Loarie said crowdsourcing nature findings can help scientists determine if climate change is affecting local species, forcing them to move to areas where they have not been found before. Loarie said some of the findings have been surprising. He said a snail that was found and recorded in California was quickly identified by naturalists in Australia as an invasive species, allowing California to take steps to eradicate it before it can cause serious damage.
Brian Kerby, third from the left, works on a reservoir project in Amaru, Peru, as part of Academy Mortgage’s Corporate Social Responsibility initiative. Courtesy photo
Mortgage brokers go to work in Peru Lakewood group’s top performers gain new perspective at high altitude By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com At Lakewood’s Academy Mortgage, the reward for good work, is a chance to do good work ... at elevation. Three managers and loan officers with Lakewood’s Academy Mortgage — Damon Johnston, Brian Kerby and Marybeth Heckler — learned that up close as part of a service expedition to Amaru, Peru, in December. “So few people get to go through something like this — it was definitely a wow experience,” Kerby said. “It was very challenging, doing all that hiking and living at such a high altitude. The experience was intense.” The three joined a group of about 100 other people on a trip that serves as the reward for Academy’s top-performing managers and loan officers. The trips occur biannually, and employees can bring one person with them (usually a spouse or family member). Previous trips include work in places like Guatemala. “These trips are very humbling for ev-
eryone,” Johnston said. “You get there, roll up your sleeves, get out of your comfort zone and see how the rest of the world lives. It’s a whole new perspective on the things we take for granted.” In Amaru, a location 12,000 feet high in the Andes, attendees lived in a tented community and worked with residents to improve life in the community. The specific focus was to build a reservoir that would provide clean drinking water and irrigation, and a production center for the community’s weavers. Residents also helped provide healthcare and school services. “It’s pretty Third World there — it was a real eye-opener,” Kerby said. “It was hard work, but we bonded together with the other employees and families we were working with.” While these trips certainly are not particularly relaxing for everyone involved, both Johnston and Kerby said the rewards far surpass those of a typical vacation. “You have such a huge sense of gratitude coming away from these trips,” Johnston said. “The look on these people’s faces is something else,” Kerby added. “You’re giving them something you know is going to change their world, and it just melts your heart.”
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Metro Creative Connection Chicken can be served in various ways, and that versatility no doubt contributes to the popularity of poultry. Some people love their chicken fried, while others can’t get enough grilled chicken. Baking chicken may not be as popular as frying or grilling it, but baked chicken is no less delicious. For chicken lovers used to frying or grilling their favorite meals, the following recipe for “Home-Style Baked Chicken” from Laurie McNamara’s “Simply Scratch: 120 Wholesome Homemade Recipes Made Easy” (Avery) may just make you a baked chicken devotee. Home-Style Baked Chicken Serves 4 to 6 2 2 11⁄2 1 1⁄4 1
tablespoons olive oil tablespoons unsalted butter teaspoons Poultry Seasoning (see below) teaspoon salt teaspoon freshly ground black pepper cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1⁄2 teaspoon paprika 4 to 5 pounds skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs and drumsticks Preheat the oven and a 9-by-13-inch metal roasting pan to 375 degrees. Place the olive oil and butter in the pan and place the pan in the oven on the lower rack. In a small bowl, combine the poultry seasoning, salt and pepper. Set aside. Place the flour in a resealable bag. Place a few pieces of the chicken in the flour at a time, seal, and shake to coat. Remove and vigorously shake off any excess flour. Place the flour-dusted chicken on a clean platter. Repeat with the remaining chicken pieces. Remove the roasting pan from the oven and immediately arrange the chicken skin-side up in a single layer over the bottom of the pan and then sprinkle with some of the poultry seasoning blend and paprika. It should sizzle. Place the hot pan back on the lower rack of the oven and bake for 20 minutes. Remove, baste by spooning the juices that have collected in the pan over each piece, and then sprinkle the chicken
with the remaining poultry seasoning blend. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 20 minutes more. Remove and baste one last time before moving the chicken to the middle rack and baking for 10 to 15 minutes more to further crisp the chicken skin. Let rest for 5 to 8 minutes before serving. Poultry Seasoning Makes 3 tablespoons 3 11⁄2 1 1⁄2 2 2
teaspoons dried thyme teaspoons dried marjoram teaspoon dried rosemary teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg teaspoons paprika teaspoons ground sage
In a spice grinder or using a mortar and pestle, combine 2 teaspoons of the thyme, the marjoram and the rosemary. Blend until finely ground. Transfer to an airtight container and add the remaining 1 teaspoon thyme, the nutmeg, the paprika, and the sage. Store in a dry, dark place for up to 6 months.
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History museums create Golden timeline Citizens encouraged to help with documentation of history
By Christy Steadman csteadman@coloradocommunitymedia.com A golden thread, more than 150 years in the making, connects the city with the past. With the help of a six-member committee comprised of local historians and longtime residents, the Golden History Museums is creating a master timeline of the history of Golden. “It’s going to give the community a foundation of where it came from, and where it’s going,” curator Mark Dodge said. Although the museum has always had bits and pieces of times with historical importance, Dodge said, this is the first master timeline. Sometimes, the committee gets a little off subject when discussing content for a new timeline, but Dodge said that’s what they’re there for — to share stories and knowledge of the past. The timeline, which focuses on events that had an impact on the greater Golden community, fulfills two purposes. The first is to create a comprehensive timeline with at least 150 years of written history
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industry and helps students learn not only to play, but also other aspects of what it’s like to venture down the musician’s path. “A big part of the vision for this place is building the music scene as a whole, starting at the roots — kids,” he said, referring to the skills of how to join and form a band, meet other musicians and book a gig. “I want kids to have the opportunity to learn how to do these things, but
Although there’s no guarantee all public feedback can be included, museum staff wants to hear what people have to say. “Everybody’s got something to share,” Dodge said. Committee member Ronda Frazier loves sitting in the room and listening to the stories the others share. “All the events that happened in Golden make Golden what it is today,” she said. Frazier has lived in the area for six years, and as Jefferson County’s archivist, the stories from other committee members help her serve the people of Jeffco better, she said. “People are always curious,” Frazier said. People like to know how something got its name and what was located in a certain spot before the present building. And homeowners like to research their property. “The whole goal in this profession is to engage people,” Frazier said. Fellow committee member Dan Mayo, a lifelong resident and collector of Golden artifacts and antiques, agreed. “There’s a lot of history that goes with everything—you just have to know what to look for,” he said. “Everything on this timeline is going to be important to somebody.”
A SAMPLE OF THE TIMELINE: 1843-44: Trapper-trader Rufus B. Sage camps along Clear Creek on a voyage of discovery. Sage does a little gold panning and recovers some gold, but didn’t think it was worthy of promoting further. Jan. 2, 1871: The Town of Golden City formally incorporates. Golden City changes its name to Golden on Jan. 22, 1872. In 1874, the town is divided into four wards with two overlying district to provide a more equitable allocation of street fund money. 1898: Florence Caldwell becomes the first woman to graduate from the Colorado School of Mines.
Dec. 4 and 5, 1913: A blizzard dumps five feet of snow in Golden, which is the largest 24-hour and overall snowfall on record. Feb. 9, 1960: Adolph Coors III is kidnapped and murdered near Morrison. The FBI begins a manhunt for his killer, which results in the arrest and conviction of Joseph Corbett Jr. Nov. 3, 2005: A major fire strikes the historic Loveland Block housing the Old Capitol Grill on Washington Avenue. Firefighters succeed in saving the building, confining the blaze to the second floor. Information obtained from Golden History Museums, City of Golden
that residents can use as a tool or reference material. The second is to inform the public of a new exhibit called Time Tumbler, to be opened at the history center next September. The Time Tumbler exhibit will have photographs, artifacts and documents, Dodge said, whereas the timeline is more of an electronic record and a way to consolidate information. The public now has complete access to the timeline online, even in its draft form.
In fact, because the timeline will be in development for a couple more months, Dodge said, museum staff encourages people to familiarize themselves with the timeline and reach out with new information. Specifically, Dodge said, more information is needed on strikes and union history with Coors industries, notable or key businesses that had a long-term impact on the community and the construction of Highway 58.
under my support and direction.” Rock Life offers a variety of lessons to help meet each student’s financial and musical needs. From small group classes, one-on-one lessons, a monthly band jam to band coaching, master classes and coaching for those wishing to hit the road, the academy morphs to fit students wherever they are. “Alex has a passion for teaching, rather than just going through the motions to pay the bills,” said Brett Schneider, a sophomore at Ralston Valley High School and passionate guitarist who has improved his skills while learning about the music business. “He understands and
teaches a lot of music theory in lessons, which helps you understand the music you’re playing and is necessary to write your own music.” Rock Life, celebrating its first year of business, has been a project long in the making. Boccia, who has been teaching for more than eight years, started developing his teaching skills, plans and goals for his school back when he was being mentored by professional guitarist Tom Hess. “I don’t want this to be about me,” Boccia said. “I want the students and the bands I coach to help turn this place into whatever they think is cool.”
Situated along Yukon Street in Olde Town Arvada, Rock Life is near several restaurants, breweries and bars that host local musicians and book live music. Along with the school, Boccia also encourages his students to take part in the community, at their schools and to audition for local events, such as Arvada’s Jam Out Hunger, an annual youth battle of the bands and fundraiser for the Arvada Community Food Bank. “What’s fun about his business,” Arvada’s Mayor Pro Tem Bob Fifer said, “is when you go in, there is such a diverse group of customers, ages, genres. It shows how his talent is beyond the music.”
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‘Brigadoon’ Performance Now Theatre Company presents “Brigadoon” from Friday, Jan. 8, to Sunday, Jan. 24, at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets are available online at www.performancenow.org or by calling 303-987-7845.
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Photography Show Reception The Lakewood Cultural Center and Colorado Wildlife Federation presents an artist reception for the Animal Wisdom Photography Show 5-7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8, at 470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood. Three award-winning Colorado photographers, Bill Eager, Ken Winner and Barbara von Hoffman, present images of animals from around the world. Go to www.animalwisdomproject.com Tropical Wildlife: Art and the Animal Kingdom Ages 6-12 years will discover wild animals from Australia, South America and Africa, from giant lizards and poisonous frogs to deadly snakes. Participants will use a variety of art techniques to examine the inhabitants of our planet. Program offered from 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 13 to March 16, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Bring a healthy after-school snack each time. Register by Jan. 8. Go to www.arvada.org/nature or call 720-898-7405. Western Art and Lifestyle Artist Gary Sohrweid’s Colorado landscapes in oil will be featured in the Spirits in the Wind Gallery “Western Art and Lifestyle” exhibition running from Friday, Jan. 8, to Friday, Jan. 29, at 1211 Washington Ave., Golden. Go to www.spiritsinthewindgallery.com. Call 303-279-1192. Limitations on Campaign Contributions and Free Speech The U.S. League of Women Voters is working to update its position on campaign financing by including First Amendment issues not addressed in its existing position. To fill that gap, the league is seeking consensus from members in light of the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2010 Citizens United case ruling that struck down most campaign contribution limitations. The ruling cites the supremacy of First Amendment rights and believes free speech is curtailed when money to disseminate that speech is curtailed. The Jeffco league will address this at upcoming meetings – at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, at the Arvada Elks Lodge, 5700 Yukon St., Arvada. Call Becka at 303-421-1853; and at 9:15 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, at the Carson Howell House, 1575 Kipling St., Lakewood. Call Susan at 303-988-5847. An evening meeting is also available; call 720-254-5741. Happy Trails Luncheon Christian Women’s Connection plans its Happy Trails Luncheon from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, at Concordia Lutheran Church, 13371 W. Alameda Parkway, Lakewood. Call 303-985-2458 for reservations. Wear your Western wear. A Chick in the Cockpit Local aviator and author Erika Armstrong will discuss her memoir, “A Chick in the Cockpit … My Life Up in the Air,” while also addressing everyday issues of contemporary women at work, at home and in society. Program, presented by the Lakewood Branch of the American Association of University Women, is at 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, at Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church, 9th and Kipling. Theater Production of ‘Medea’ The Edge Theater presents “Medea” from Friday, Jan. 15 to Feb. 14, at 1560 Teller St., Suite 200, Lakewood. Parking is free. Medea, a barbarian and the wife of Jason, finds her position in the Greek world threatened as Jason leaves her for a Green princess of Corinth. Medea takes vengeance on Jason by killing Jason’s new wife, as well as her own children with him, after which she escapes to Athens to start a new life. Performances are at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 6 p.m. Sundays, with an 8 p.m. performance Monday, Feb. 8 (no performance Sunday, Feb. 7). Tickets available by calling 303-232-0363 or going to www.theedgetheater.com.
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Making Light: Fat, Oil, and Wax Lamps As the days get shorter and dusk arrives earlier, imagine life before the light switch. The lights dim and flickering, dancing shadows on the walls, the soft warm light of a little flame burning on a wick. Whether for sentimental value, reliving the old times, or for when the electricity is out, learning to make lamps is both fun and useful. Let experts from Sarqit Outdoor Living School teach you to make your own lamps from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 14, Jan. 21 and Jan. 28, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. If you have a small container in mind, bring it and renew it into a beautiful lamp. All ages (young children with adult); registration required. Call 720-898-7405 or go to www.arvada.org/nature.
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Community Blood Drives A number of community blood drives are planned. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Bonfils Appointment Center at 303-363-2300, unless otherwise noted. Go to www.bonfils. org. Upcoming blood drives are: Friday, Jan. 15, 10-11:40 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m., Belmar Library, 555 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood; Sunday, Jan. 17, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Mile Hi Church, 9077 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood; Wednesday, Jan. 20, 9-10:40 a.m. and noon to 2:30 p.m., Golden Hill, 12600 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood; Sunday, Jan. 31, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Westwoods Community Church, 2151 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood (Scott LoMurray, 701-471-7183). Nutritional Coaching Megan Grover, master of medical science and nutritional health coach at the Natural Grocers at Vitamin Cottage, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, offers free one-on-one nutrition coaching sessions for the public. Call the store at 303-423-0990 for an appointment.
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Unearthing Colorado Have you ever wanted to go on a rock hunt? Learn techniques and clues to have your own successful dig around Colorado and Wyoming. Find out how to join the North Jeffco Gem & Mineral Club on one of their many events throughout the year. They can answer your questions about their fascinating display of rocks and minerals. Program is from 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. For ages 6 to adult. Register by Jan. 7. Call 720-898-7405 or go to www.arvada.org/nature Kindergarten Information Nights Jeffco Public Schools’ kindergarten registration for the 2016-17 school year is open from Jan. 19-25. Children who are 5 years old by Oct. 1, 2016, are eligible to start kindergarten. Registration is done online at Jeffco Connect, www.jeffcopublicschools.org/jeffco_connect/. Allendale Elementary will meet with prospective new kindergarteners at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, at 5900 Oak St., Arvada. Call 303-982-1161. Prospective parents are invited to learn more about Stott Elementary and its kindergarten program Wednesday, Jan. 13. Sessions are from 8:45-9:45 a.m. (including a classroom visit) or 6-6:30 p.m. (presentation only) at 6600 Yank Way, Arvada. Learn about the school’s blended learning environment and how education is personalized with its 1:1 iPads. Call 303-982-2638. Finally, Vanderhoof Elementary plans its information night at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 21, at Vanderhoof, 5875 Routt St., Arvada.
International Young Artists Competition The 2016 Jefferson Symphony International Young Artists Competition is Saturday, Jan. 9 at Colorado Christian University. Competition will go on throughout the day and is free to attend. A live round of judging will take place 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The top three winners will perform in recital at 7 p.m. in the Music Center. Tickets for the recital are available at the door or by calling the JSO office at 303-278-4237. Contact http://www.jeffsymphony.org/young_artists/index.html. The winner also will perform Friday, Feb. 21, with the JSO, and will have a 30-minute solo recital Saturday, Feb. 20, at the Rockley Music Center. Contact www.jeffsymphony.org.
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Winter Weather, Snow Animal Snacks What is snow and why does it fall from the sky? Bring your tyke (ages 3-6) to learn about winter weather and watch as they create snow animal snacks. Program offered from 10:30-11:15 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Registration required; call 720-898-7405 or go to www.arvada.org/nature. America’s Stance on Crime The treatment of criminals in America will be explored at Lifetree Café at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12 at 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, “Tough on Crime,” includes a film featuring Sheriff Joe Arpaio of Maricopa County, Ariz., who has been praised and criticized for his treatment of prisoners. His jail prepares just two low-cost meals per day, restricts television viewing, places inmates in desert tents, and requires prisoners to wear pink underwear. Lifetree participants will delve into whether America’s justice system is too tough or not tough enough on crime. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual, comfortable setting. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@peacelutheran.net. Rocks and Minerals Around Us Through January, the North Jeffco Gem & Mineral Club will present an exhibit featuring Lyons sandstone, Mt. Antero granite, fossilized wood, smoky quartz, garnets, pyrite and more at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Go home with a token of your visit. Call 720898-7405 or go to www.arvada.org/nature.
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How Your Body Really Works (or Doesn’t): Why Take That Knowing how nutrients work with your body makes it easier to understand which supplements to take and why. Learn more 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, at Natural Grocers at Vitamin Cottage, Northwest Store, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Contact Megan Grover at 303-423-0990. Program is free.
Middle School Open House North Arvada Middle School will have an open house for Arvada fifth- and sixth-grade students and their families 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14. Guests will learn about the school and the education programs it offers. North Arvada is at 72nd Avenue and Pierce Street. Contact Principal Sohne Van Selus at 303-982-0528 or email svanselu@jeffco.k12.co.us. 401K, IRA Do’s and Dont’s Making decisions about retirement plans can be stressful, especially when the success of your retirement depends on healthy growth today. Learn the do’s and dont’s of 401k and IRA plans from 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, at the FirstBank Building in Belmar, 550 W. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood. Class, taught by certified financial planner Jo-Ann Holst, will focus on how to rollover an old 401k without penalties, how to choose the appropriate investment for your 401k/IRA, how to pay the least amount of taxes and fees, how to decide between Roth and traditional IRAs, conversions, contributions, and more. Call 720-287-5880 to RSVP; go to www.joannholstadvisers.com for information. Program is free. Investment Adviser Representative of and investment advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Vanderhoof Choice Enrollment Applications for first-round choice enrollment will be accepted through Friday, Jan. 29 for the 2016-17 school year at Vanderhoof Elementary School, 5875 Routt St., Arvada. Students are accepted on a space available basis. Round one applications are prioritized through a lottery process. Waiting lists, which are prioritized, will be created if applicants exceed space available at the school. A separate application must be completed and submitted for each child. If a student is not accepted at a school during the first-round choice enrollment, the student will remain on the prioritized waitlist and be carried over to second-round choice enrollment, which runs from Feb. 12 to Aug. 31. Continuing Education Program Metropolitan State College of Denver offers a continuing education program for adults. Most classes are 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays, for two to four weeks, and cost varies. Most take place at the Student Success Building on the Auraria Campus, with other classes taking place at the South Campus (I-25 and Orchard) and the Center For Visual Arts on Santa Fe Drive. For list of classes, go to www.msudenver.edu/learnon or call 303556-3657. Application not required. More information on Facebook www. Facebook.com/msudenverlearnoninitiative. Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Thursday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.
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Prep sports fans, the wait is over! High school sports started up again this week. Expect sports coverage to return to our pages in the Jan. 14 edition. Pictured is Fairview’s Frank Ryder awaiting a rebound while surrounded by Thornton players Isaac Johns, on the left, and Josiah Siele, on the right, during the team’s Dec. 18 game. Fairview would go on to win 70-51. Upcoming boys hoops action includes Arvada on the road vs. Standley Lake on Jan. 8 and Pomona on Jan. 11. Pomona also hosts Arvada West on Jan. 13. Photo by Shenae Armstrong
Free throws tip scales against Rams Heritage’s foul shot accuracy helps Eagles push past Green Mountain boys By Tom Munds tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia.com Green Mountain erased the Heritage 10-point lead to make the Jan. 2 game close, but the 10 foul-shot points late in the game helped the Eagles pull away and win the nonleague game 61-49. “We played hard and did a good job from the field, but we got called for too many fouls and they outscored us by 21 points from the free throw line,” Rams coach Derek Van Tassel said after the game. “We are a senior-dominated team, but I think we were rusty tonight as a result of the two-week holiday break in the season. We’ll just have to learn from tonight and work to get better as we prepare to start the league season.” Key moments: Heritage scored the first six points and were up 16-7 at the end of the first quarter. The Rams rallied and narrowed the lead to 28-26 by halftime. Green Mountain came out pushing the attack in the third period and took its first lead at 32-30 with 6:42 left in the third period. There were five ties and five lead changes in the next four minutes. It was a physical game with many calls sending Heritage to the foul line. The Eagles retook the lead, were up 45-40 going into the final quarter, and won the game, 61-49, with foul shots accounting for 12 of the fourth-quarter points. Key players/statistics: Alex Stowell was the leading scorer for the Rams with 14 points. Dylan Jacob contributed nine points. Coming into the game, Austin Fritz was the team scoring leader with 89 points in five games. Stowell was the sec-
Justin Booher (33) prepares to drive to the basket for Green Mountain during the Jan. 2 game against Heritage. Booher made the shot to help keep the game close in the third quarter, but Heritage went on a scoring run down the stretch to pull away and win the game 61-49. Photo by Tom Munds ond leading scorer with 70 points in five contests, plus he had 26 rebounds, 22 assists and seven steals in those games. Jacob was the team rebounding leader with 25 boards in five games. They said it: Stowell said the play was more physical than the Rams usually see. “We played hard, but I think all the physical play got the best of us so we didn’t play our best,” the senior said after the game. “We kept scrapping and even got out in front a couple times. But we didn’t get the win tonight.” He said he scores most of his points on outside shots, a skill he has developed with a lot of practice. “I’m not all that tall, so it is really hard to score driving to the basket at the var-
sity level,” he said. “So I work on hitting from outside. I want to help us win. Personally, I would like to score 20 points in a couple games and maybe even score 25 or 30 points in a game this season.” Van Tassel said the Rams are a seniordominated team with a lot of potential. “We were about .500 last season,” he said. “We have good talent and senior leadership. I think this is a good basketball team and we should be more competitive this year.” Going forward: The Rams record was 3-3 after the Jan. 2 game, which was the last nonleague contest on the schedule. Upcoming league action includes a Jan. 8 game at Evergreen and a boy-girl double header at home against Arvada on Jan. 13.
Local players shine in numbers game It’s true that many times the most valuable player on a basketball team doesn’t have gaudy statistics, but it’s still meaningful to highlight a few of the state individual leaders from games played before the Jim Benton holiday break. Kolton Peterson OVERTIME of Lakewood is the fifth-leading boys scorer in Class 5A with a 21.8 scoring average, according to a list compiled by maxpreps.com, a website dedicated to high school sports. Ralston Valley’s Antonio Capley is second in rebounding with an average of 11.5 a game and ranks just ahead of Mountain Vista’s Jake Belknapp and Dallas Walton of Arvada West, who have pulled down 11.3 rebounds a game. Mountain Vista’s Isaac Essien is the state’s 5A assist leader with an average of 7.4 a game. Arapahoe’s Joseph Kleeman is second in steals with 3.1 a game. Valor Christian’s Jeremy Randle leads all Class 4A 3-point shooters as he has connected on 53 percent of his attempts, while Ponderosa’s Derek Hansen is second with a 51 percent shooting accuracy from long range. In 5A girls scoring statistics, Pomona Ashley Madden is scoring 26.5 points a game to rank second in the state. Ralston Valley Ashley Van Sickle is the state leader with 7.3 assists per game and is second in steals with a 4.7 average. Jaz’myne Sipes of ThunderRidge is Colorado’s second leading 5A rebounder with 11 per game while Lutheran senior Kristen Vigil is tops in 3A steals with 5.3 per game and is second with 5.7 assists. Faith Christian’s Makena Long is the 3A statistical leader by making 50 percent of her 3-point attempts. Eye on the national team Sebastian Anderson, an eighth-grader at Ranch View Middle School in Highlands Ranch, has his sights set on being one of the 24 players who will be selected this spring to be on the Under-15 Boys national soccer team. Anderson, who plays for Real Colorado, was one of 48 players invited to the national camp last September and he was among the 36 players to take part in the final team camp Dec. 13-20 in Sunrise, Florida. In the December camp there were 32 players, including Anderson, from the U.S. Soccer Development Academy at the U14 level and four nondevelopment players. “It was a great feeling when I first got the email to come back for the second camp,” said Anderson. “It was great to know all the work has paid off and I had another chance to prove myself in front of all the coaches. “The second time was a lot calmer because I knew a lot of the kids that came back from the first camp. I was more familiar with everyone. I just played like I usually play and let my play show for itself.” Wrestling rankings Week three of the “On the Mat,” rankings have been released, and Pomona looks like the team to beat in Class 5A. The Panthers are No. 1 in Tim Yount’s Class 5A team rankings with Legacy third, Ponderosa fifth and Chaparral 11th. Four Pomona individual wrestlers are No. 1 heading into the new year. Justin Pacheco, 113 pounds, Tomas Guiterrez, 120 pounds, Theorius Robison, 126 pounds, and 145-pounder Jason Romero top the Benton continues on Page 20
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Firefighting crews from Arvada, Westminster and Adams County departments battled well into the afternoon to contain the fire that also sent one civilian and a firefighter to a local hospital for nonthreatening life injuries, said Amber Jones, risk-reduction specialist with Arvada Fire. Creative Treatment Services is one of a number of businesses in the building displaced because of the fire. Jahn said she was in a small therapy group on the third floor when she heard commotion from outside her door. Jahn said she did not know exactly where in the office Rutter was. “We were notified of the fire and started to get our clients out,” Jahn said. “Once in the hallway, it was all black, we couldn’t see, the smoke was coming up and, in seconds after we left, our door was sucked in . . . As we were going down, the flames were coming up.” Jahn watched the flames devour the building. “It’s heartbreaking,” she said. “All the memories of what people have gone through there — it was hard to stand there for five hours and watch them go up in flames.” Coworkers and clients shared a multutude of memories of Rutter on the Creative Treatment Services’ Facebook page. “I was honored, he helped make me who I am today,” one post said. “Very sad.” “John was truly a unique, caring and compassionate soul, and I remember him fondly,” another post said. “His gifts and sharing nature will never be forgotten. My heart goes out to everyone at CTO and all those affected by this tragic loss.”
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Ken Witt, Julie Williams and John Newkirk. For Witt, who was board president, the source of donations was disappointing. “Representatives involved with Jeffco United were on television and said it was a grassroots event, and not union-backed,” he said. “But it turns out the NEA, the CEA and JCEA were largely behind it. I’m very disappointed voters were misled.” Newly elected board president Ron Mitchell agreed — to an extent. “I often wondered ... where the Jeffco United funds were coming from,” Mitchell said. “And I had no contact with Jeffco United because that wasn’t my issue. I’m not totally stunned that JCEA, CEA and the NEA would be involved with trying to further the future of public education.” Colorado Government Watch also sued for the release of records from a second group, Support Jeffco Kids, a nonprofit created in 2013 to help inform citizens about education in Jefferson County. But the court found the organization’s main purpose was not to support the recall, even though it did advocate for it. Conservative action groups also played significant roles in the election. Kids Come First, an issue committee funded through Colorado Independent Action, a nonprofit connected to the conservative think tank Independence Institute, ran television ads in support of the conservative majority. Americans for Prosperity, a national organization, also ran ads opposing the recall. Both groups were not required to list donors because they were considered to not be directly promoting the election. When asked previously, Michael Fields, the Colorado director for Americans for Prosperity, stated the ads cost “a low, six-figure number.” Mitchell said the role of the teachers’ unions in funding the campaign wouldn’t affect decision-making on the board. “My value system is still the same,” he said. “And what happened here I don’t think will impact the decisions I make in the board room in any way … But the fact of the matter is, the money spent on this election, in my judgment, was absurd and ridiculous.”
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rankings. Mosha Schwartz of Ponderosa is the top-ranked 106-pounder, Legacy’s Ryan Deakin is first at 138 pounds and Cherry Creek’s Matt Finesilver is No. 1 at 152 pounds. Other wrestlers who are top ranked included Jared Todd of Heritage (160 pounds), Chaparral’s Dawson Cranmer (170 pounds), Legacy’s Matt Hebel (182), Mountain Vista’s Trent Schultz (195 pounds) and Cohlton Schultz of Ponderosa (220). Jim Benton is a sports writer for Colorado Community Media. He has been covering sports in the Denver area since 1968. He can be reached at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com or at 303-566-4083.
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Ongoing Activities, Ongoing/Business Groups Mondays Golden Chapter, Order of DeMolay meets at 7 p.m. every first and third Wednesday in the town of Golden. Walt Disney, Mel Blanc and Walter Cronkite are counted among its alumni. DeMolay is an organization for young men between the ages of 12 and 21 that offers character building, leadership training, and life skill development. We offer many activities, academic opportunities and scholarships. Please contact the chapter for more information. Email demolaygolden@gmail.com or www.coloradodemolay.org and visit Golden’s page under the Chapter tab by clicking on the Golden photo. Golden Nar-Anon family group meets from 7:309 p.m. Mondays at Calvary Episcopal Church, 1320 Arapahoe St. We ask that people enter on the east side of the church and follow the signs to the upstairs meeting room. Call the Nar-Anon Family Groups World Service Organization at 800477-6291 or go to Nar-Anon.org. Jefferson County Republican Men’s Club meets 7-9 a.m. Mondays at Davies’ Chuck Wagon Diner, 10151 W. 26th Ave., Lakewood. Meeting fee is $5 (cash preferred). Order from diner menu (pay on you own). Call Fred Holden at 303-4217619 for information. Republicans, especially students, youth and women, welcome to join. Open mic Living Water Unity Spiritual Community presents open mic night – celebrate your teen self 4:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. This program gives teens the opportunity to express their performing art including voice and instrument, acting, poetry, stand-up comedy, mime, etc. Open to all students in sixth to 12th grades. Email bellbottoms809@ gmail.com. Wheat Ridge Rotary Club meets from noon to 1:30 p.m. Mondays for lunch at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St. Come as our guest and learn about our service projects for the community. Tuesdays Applewood Kiwanis Club meets 7-8 a.m. Tuesdays at the Applewood Golf Course, 14001 W. 32nd Ave., Golden. You are invited to attend a
meeting. Our goals are to serve children worldwide and in our community. We ring the bell for Salvation Army, deliver Christmas baskets to needy families and, assist the Jeffco Action Center with school supplies for children from lowincome families. For more information, contact Fred McGehan at 303-947-1565. Arvada Sunrise Rotary Club meets 7-8 a.m. Tuesdays at The Arvada Centre For The Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. for a breakfast meeting. Come join us as our guest and learn about our community service projects and what Rotary does in the world to help people. Denver Apple Pi, an Apple/Mac computer user group, meets from 7-9 p.m. the third Tuesday each month at the Applewood Community Church (downstairs), 12930 W. 32nd Ave., Golden. Program varies each month. We welcome those interested in learning more about their Apple or Mac computer. Visitors are welcome to see if you like our more mature group. More information may be found at denverapplepi.com. Golden Rotary meets from 7:15-8:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Rolling Hills Country Club, 15707 W. 26 Ave., Golden. This active organization reaches neighbors in need. We build, support, and organize. We save lives locally and globally. For additional information visit www.rotayclubofgolden. org or contact Pat Madison at 303-279-1021. Lake Arbor Optimist Club Bringing Out the Best in Kids meets at 7 a.m. Tuesdays at Indian Tree Golf Course, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Breakfast served. Contact Terri Kearney, president, 303-506-6692; or Debbie Espinoza, treasurer, 720-937-2550. New members welcome. Lakewood Chapter of Retired and Active Federal Employees meets at 1 p.m. the second Tuesday of most months at the Episcopal Church, 10th and Garrison. Call Greg Kann at 303-7187307 with questions. Rocky Mountain Team Survivor, a health, education and fitness program for women of all abilities who have experienced cancer or are currently in treatment, offers weekly free, fun, supportive activities. Tuesdays, 10 a.m., Boulder Creek Walk (meet at Boulder Public Library main entrance). Tuesday, 11-11:30 a.m., Yoga, Boulder Senior Center, 909 Arapahoe Avenue. Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., Fitness Training, Boulder Center for
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Sports Medicine, 311 Mapleton Avenue (entrance on Maxwell Avenue.). Learn more at rockymtnteamsurvivor.org. TOPS CO 538, a weight-loss support group, meets Tuesdays at St. Martha’s Episcopal Church, 76th and Bradburn. Weigh-in is 6-6:45 p.m., followed by the meeting. For information, call 480-650-0537. Wednesdays Adult Roller Skating is offered from 10:30 a.m. to noon every Wednesday at Roller City at 64th and Sheridan, Arvada. Cost is $5 plus $2 to rent skates. Contact Toni at 303-868-8273. American Legion Auxiliary presents Burger Nite, 5-7:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Post 178, 1655 Simms St., Lakewood. Members, their guests and active military invited for varied food and reasonable prices. Visit www.alpost178.org. Arvada Biz Connection www.meetup.com/ Arvada-Business-Connection/ is an informal networking event that brings together local entrepreneurs. Meetings are 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at various restaurants in Olde Town Arvada. A $5 fee is collected from each attendee, which is then donated to a local charity at the end of each quarter. The 4th Quarter Charity is the Dan Peak Foundation who assists families in need. For information, call Micki Carwin at 303-997-9098. Arvada Jefferson Kiwanis meets 7-8 a.m. Wednesdays at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., for a breakfast meeting. We invite you to join us for great fellowship, interesting programs, and the satisfaction of serving your community. This Kiwanis organization supports the Arvada Community Food Bank, the school backpack program, Santa House, Ralston House, and many other local organizations. For information or to visit a meeting, call Brad at 303-4314697. Arvada Rotary meets 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays at Indian Tree Golf Club, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd. The club engages in a variety of community service projects, with emphasis on assistance to and support of Arvada’s youth. Visitors are always welcome. For additional information visit www.arvadarotary.org or call Dave Paul at 303-431-9657. Buffalo Toastmasters meets 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays at the Jefferson County Government Building, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden. Toastmasters is an international organization that is a fun and supportive environment to learn and practice public speaking and leadership skills. All are welcome. Look for signs pointing you to the right room. Go to www.buffalotoastmasters.org or www.meetup. com/Buffalo-Toastmasters-Golden/ for more information. Buffalo Toastmasters, where public speaking and leadership excellence is encouraged in a safe environment. Concordia Lutheran Church Choir meets at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at 13371 W. Alameda Parkway in Lakewood (the church nestled close to Green Mountain). The choir assists in Concordia’s traditional worship service three out of four Sundays per month. If you have a desire to sing and are interested in joining, please contact 303-9895260. Foothills Music Teachers Association meets 9:30 a.m. to noon the third Wednesday of each month. FMTA is a local group of independent music teachers, affiliated with Colorado State Music Teachers Association and Music Teachers National Association. Call Kathy at 303-9889565.
Golden Elks Lodge meets at 7:30 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 16795 W. 50th Ave. Contact golden2740@hotmail. com or 303-279-2740 for more information, or to learn how to join. Music Teachers Association Suburban Northwest meets 9:30 a.m. to noon the first Wednesday of the month at Community in Christ Church, 12229 W. 80th Ave., Arvada. Meetings are open to the public and include refreshments, business meeting and program featuring music teaching professionals from around the state lecturing on the latest teaching developments. Order Sons of Italy in America/Denver Lodge 2075 meets every third Wednesday of the month at 5925 W. 32nd Ave., Wheat Ridge. Dinner is at 6:30 p.m. and meeting follows at 7 p.m. Lots of fun activities planned for summer meetings. Everyone welcome. Call 303-238-8055. Professional women NW Metro Business and Professional Women meets the first Wednesday of each month from September to May. Our mission is to achieve equity for all women in the workplace through advocacy, education and information. Call Marcia at 303-827-3283 to RSVP. Thursdays All Comforting Things of Colorado Inc. We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing comfort and encouragement to individuals by providing them items made by hand. We encourage you to bring your skills and enthusiasm to our fun group. We meet at 10 a.m. the third Thursday of each month at Phillips Methodist Church, 1450 S. Pierce, Lakewood. For information, contact Sue King at susaneking70@msn.com or 303-986-1098. Business spirituality Business Honoring Spirituality meets 7-9 a.m. every Thursday at the Community Center of Mile Hi Church, 9079 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood. Meetings include networking, a brief meditation by a licensed practitioner, guest speaker and breakfast. For additional information, visit www. bhsmilehi.org or call Patty Whitelock at 303-2740933. CERTUS Professional Network meets for its Lakewood networking event from 9:30-11 a.m. the third Thursday of the month at Panera Bread, 650 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood. Build your network, grow your business, network less. Our events are structured to connect professionals with the resources, power partners and leaders to expand their business and the business of others. Open to all industries, includes 30 minutes of open networking and organized introductions to the group. Cost: $12 non-CERTUS members at the door. First participants pay half price. RSVP not required. More info about CERTUS Professional Network at www. CertusNetwork.com. Community Coffee Join Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp on the fourth Thursday of each month to talk about issues that are important to you. Community Coffee will be 7-8 a.m. at La Dolce Vita, Ice Cream Room, 5756 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada; and from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Panera Bread, 10450 Town Center Drive, Westminster. Golden Lions Club meets at 6:30 p.m. the first and third Thursdays at Buffalo Rose Events Center, 1119 Washington Ave., Golden. For information, contact Ed Dorsey at 303-829-5195, or go to or go to www. goldenlionsclub.org. Golden Men’s Support Group meets 7-8:45 p.m. Thursdays near the National Renewal Energy Lab. Call Roger at 720-289-6396 or Terry at 303-7483748. Clubs continues on Page 23
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Investors’ meetings The Rocky Mountain Inventors Association meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. the fourth Thursday of every month (excluding November and December) at Vesta Technology, 13050 W. 43rd Drive, Suite 300, Golden. Presentations in marketing, manufacturing, engineering, finance, business and legal, followed by networking. Go online to www.rminventor.org for details.
Salty Dog Sailing Club If you love to sail or want to try, if you don’t have a boat, if you have a boat but don’t sail enough because you cannot find a crew, the Salty Dog Sailing Club is for you. The club meets the second Thursday of the month at members’ homes. Members come from all along the Front Range because this is the only such club available. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. with the business meeting commencing at 7 p.m. Go to www. saltydog.org for meeting locations and directions. Stuck in the Middle, a social support group for spouses and caregivers of those with chronic illnesses, meets at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays. Perhaps you’ve been a caregiver for years, your spouse or family member has moved to a facility and now you are faced with the isolation of living alone. Or your loved one is at home and you would like an opportunity to relax and talk with people who understand the pressures caregivers face. Would you like to meet others in similar situations? SITM meets in member’s homes. Email Bonnie at bonnieforsitm@earthlink.net, for information. Fridays CalmUp Journey Prefer to help yourself rather than do the coaching or psychotherapy thing? Let me share with you free information about the CalmUp Journey, a one-page self-examination worksheet for men and women. Join me for coffee or tea from 8-9 a.m. most Fridays at Whole Foods Market Belmar, 444 S. Wadsworth Blvd. in Lakewood. Let me know you’re planning to be there so we’re sure to connect. Contact www.DrLorieGose.com or 303-500-2340. Golden Gate Community Grange, 25201 Golden Gate Canyon Road, has meetings at 7 p.m. the second Friday of the month. Activities include yoga, dances, eggmania, special wildlife programs,
All supplies provided and refreshments. Monthly pot luck/catered meals. Golfing and bowling opportunities, too. For information call Bob Stremel, 303-905-4315.
Grand Piano Show Patrice LeBlanc performs from 6-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Grappa Mediterranean Bistro, 1027 Washington St., Golden. Go to www.grappabistro.com. Call 303273-8882 for reservations and information.
South Jeffco Rotary Club meets at 7:15 a.m. Fridays at Fox Hollow Golf Course, 13410 W. Morrison Road, Lakewood. Contact Bruce at 303-919-3741.
HeartPULSE Learn how to take an active role in your health and well-being. HeartPULSE meets 7-9 p.m. the first Friday of every month at The Cloisters, 2103 S. Wadsworth Blvd. Contact HeartPULSE for information on cost. Each session features an educational presentation, energy exercises, and ‘healing’ meditations. Contact heartpulse@att.net.
Colorado Citizens for Peace meets 10:30-11:30 a.m. every Saturday at the intersections of West 52nd and Wadsworth Boulevard to try to bring an end to the wars. Signs will be furnished for those who do not have them. Contact Cindy Lowry at 303-431-1228 or waylonthecat.lowry@yahoo.com.
Game On meets 1-4 p.m. at Community Recreation Center, 68th and Wadsworth. The North Jeffco Senior Friday Club meets weekly to play cards and board games, including bridge, pinochle, canasta, hand & foot, mahjong, billiards and dominoes. No RSVP.
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Grand Piano Show Patrice LeBlanc performs from 6-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Grappa Mediterranean Bistro, 1027 Washington St., Golden. Go to www.grappabistro.com. Call 303273-8882 for reservations and information.
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holiday craft fair. Grange hall available for rental for weddings, parties, reunions, etc. Call Rich Phillips at 303-277-1933 or go to www.goldengategrange.com. New members welcome.
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The following ordinances were adopted by the City Council of the City of Arvada on second reading following the public hearing held on the 4th day of January, 2016: Ordinance 4533: An Ordinance Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement By and Between the City of Arvada and the County of Jefferson for the Lease of Real Property at Yarrow Street and W. 52nd Avenue in Arvada Ordinance 4534: An Ordinance Amending Section 78-261 of the City Code of the City of Arvada, Colorado, Thereby Repealing the Existing Engineering Code of Standards and Specifications for Design and Construction of Public Improvements Dated July 19, 2011 and Adopting a New Code of the Same Title Dated January 12, 2016 Ordinance 4535: An Ordinance Annexing Certain Land Into the City of Arvada, Spano Corner, 5190 Marshall Street Ordinance 4536: An Ordinance Rezoning Certain Land Within the City of Arvada, Spano Corner, from Jefferson County A-1 (Agriculture) to City of Arvada CC-A (Clear Creek-A Industrial and Commercial SubDistrict), and Amending the Official Zoning Maps of the City of Arvada, Colorado, 5190 Marshall Street Ordinance 4537: An Ordinance Rezoning Certain Land Within the City of Arvada, Morningstar Senior Living, from City of Arvada PUD-BP (Planned Unit Development-Business, Professional) to PUDBPR (Planned Unit Development-Business, Professional, Residential), and Amending the Official Zoning Maps of the City of Arvada, Colorado, Northwest Corner of W. 64th Avenue & Easley Road Legal Notice No.: 44071 First Publication: January 7, 2016 Last Publication: January 7, 2016 Publisher: Golden Transcript Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press
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