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North Jefferson County, Colorado • Volume 12, Issue 1
January 11, 2013
A Colorado Community Media Publication
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RTD chief looks ahead General manager outlines planned projects
All work and all play
By Darin Moriki
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Greg Mastriona, former executive director of Hyland Hills Parks and Recreation, stands next to a gondola at Water World. Mastriona has retired after 43 years. Photo by Andy Carpenean
Hyland Hills executive expanded Water World By Ashley Reimers
‘The best part of the job is seeing the smiles of the kids.’ Retiring Hyland Hills executive director Greg Mastriona
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com It all started at a Laundromat in 1969. Greg Mastriona had graduated college and was looking for a recreation job, when his wife Pam happened to run into the wife of the executive director of the Hyland Hills Park and Recreation District. “She told my wife that she was sure her husband would give me an interview,” Mastriona said. “I was very fortunate to be in the right place at the right time. That’s where is all started.” Mastriona started his 43-year Hyland Hills career as a golf course assistant superintendent, before becoming the executive director in 1972. Over the years he had an integral part in growing the district, as well as becoming the visionary behind Water World. But as of Jan. 1, he no longer leads the district; he’s enjoying the slowerpaced life of retirement. “I’ve been very fortunate to work for a great organization, board and staff,” he said. “We had a lot of teamwork, and I’m very proud of the staff, and I have so many good memories and experiences.” Mastriona plans on taking in some golf and fishing during his retirement. He said he doesn’t have any major plans, but looks forward to traveling with Pam, who retired eight years ago. The break is well-deserved after years of dedication to not only the Hyland Hills District, but the community. His leadership and vision have resulted in many facilities including Adventure Golf & Raceway, the Greg Mastriona Golf Courses at Hyland
Hills, the Ice Centre at the Promenade — a collaboration with the city of Westminster, the MAC (Mature Adult Center) and of course, Water World. He said he’s also extremely proud of the many programs the district sponsors for children in the district. “The best part of the job is seeing the smiles of the kids,” he said. “Knowing that the programs and the facilities are being used and enjoyed by the kids, that’s pretty neat. You can’t beat that.” But before many of these facilities and programs could become a reality, something had to be done about the lack revenue in the district when Mastriona became executive director in 1972. At that time, the district was burdened with debt. That’s when Mastriona came up with the idea to build a water park. He says many people thought it was crazy to build a water park in Denver, but the idea soon proved to be a popular one. Mastriona went to the voters in 1979, and by a ratio of 14 to 1, a $2.7 million general obligation bond issue passed to build the park. The park began with just two water slides, but grew the following year with the addition of the wave pool and four slides. Next came Surfer’s Cove and Thunder Bay in 1984, followed by River Country in 1986. “River Country really put Water World on the map because it had tube rides and at that time all the slides were body slides,” he said. “We then built the first family ride, Raging Col-
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AWARDS EARNED BY GREG MASTRIONA
Hyland Hills Park and Recreation District was established in 1955, and was the first park and recreation district in Colorado. The district serves nearly 110,000 residents in a 24-square mile area located in southwest Adams County and including areas of Westminster and Arvada located in Adams County, parts of Northglenn, Thornton and, Federal Heights. For more information on the district, visit www.hylandhills.org.
Colorado Special District Association Outstanding District Manager of the Year Colorado Park and Recreation Association Manager of the Year and Fellow Awards University of Northern Colorado Outstanding Alumni Award Inductee to the World Waterpark Association Hall of Fame
orado, which allowed for people to interact on the ride. That was pretty cool.” Since then, the park has grown to 48 attractions built over 67 acres, featuring rides like Voyage to the Center of the Earth, Mastriona’s favorite, and the most recent addition, the Mile High Flyer. “Voyage was built in 1994, and we still have hour-long waits,” Mastriona said. “It’s a five-minute ride, that’s fast and features robotics. It’s still right on top, even though it is getting a little competition from the Mile High Flyer.” Mastriona’s work in the field has made an impact in the community in more ways than one, but it’s also the work with his former employees that has made a great effect on those around him. Joann Cortez, communications director for the district, has worked for Mastriona for 15 years. She said as a boss, he never once raised his voice and always treated her with respect. “If I had to go in a different way, Greg was direct about it and did in a kind, respectful way,” she said. “I think the average tenure for the management staff is way over 20 years, and that is a testament to our leader. He’s just been great.” It’s clear Mastriona will be missed by the Hyland Hills family. Board president Don Ciancio said he has the highest regard for his overall performance and commitment to the district. He said Mastriona did a superior job for the district and will remain a pillar for the Hyland community and a valued resource for the district. Going forward, Mastriona said he will take with him the many memories and experiences he’s made over the years, and will remember the great organization, staff and board he worked with. But for those who need a little reminder of the former director, just take a look in the top of his old desk. “I always had a candy drawer that anyone could grab from, and I made sure and left it full,” he said.
Regional Transportation District General Manager Phil Washington declared high expectations as RTD continues several transportation projects targeted toward the Denver metro’s northern region. Washington, a retired U.S. Army command sergeant major, highlighted several projects during a Jan. 4 legislative breakfast hosted by Louisville-based nonprofit 36 Commuting Solutions at the Omni Interlocken Resort. “The Denver-metro region will be the greatest city in the West,” Washington said. “I really believe that, and I believe that it can be done through the transportation investments that we’re making in this region.” However, he acknowledged that RTD’s journey to accomplish these projects has not been an easy one. In May 2012, the 15-member RTD board decided against placing a 0.4 percent sales tax increase on the general election ballot to fund FasTracks. This means if current financial projections remain as they are, the North Metro and Northwest lines will not be completed until 2042. But Washington said he is convinced these two projects will be done way before the projected completion dates and noted the transportation district has made significant strides in the past two years. In that time, Washington said RTD has either begun construction or contracted work out for 77 percent of its planned FasTrack network projects, including the Gold, West Rail, U.S. Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), East Rail and Interstate 225 Rail Lines. “Of course we’ve had our challenges, but I always like to say that it’s not all about the knock down — the knock down being the challenges — but the get up,” Washington said. “We’ve had these challenges, but we’re getting up off the canvas, and we’re getting them done pretty quickly.” Washington also said work on the nearly 6.5-mile segment of the Northwest Rail Line to the future Westminster station is about 33 percent complete. This rail segment, which is being funded through RTD’s federally-funded $1.03 billion Eagle P3 Project, is also part of the planned Gold Line through Arvada and Wheat Ridge that is expected to be opened by 2016, according to current RTD projections. Washington said he also has high hopes for the 18mile Colorado Department of Transportation-led U.S. 36 BRT (bus rapid transit) project between Downtown Denver and Boulder. “We want bus rapid transit on U.S. 36 to be one of the best BRT systems in the country, so we are committed to that,” Washington said. To achieve this goal, Washington said RTD is striving to offer BRT riders new services, such as free WiFi service and a cashless-fare collection option through its recently-launched Smart Card system. Washington said the BRT project, which is dovetailed with the 17-mile U.S. 36 Express Lanes Project between Federal Boulevard in Westminster and Table Mesa Drive in Boulder, is expected to be fully completed by the end of 2015. “That is the opening day for bus rapid transit on U.S. 36, and if you know me, you know I do not miss deadlines,” Washington said. “We will meet that schedule.” As a part of the U.S. 36 Express Lanes project, a new managed lane in each direction of the highway will be added to accommodate buses and high occupancy vehicles. In all, Washington said RTD has pledged about $135 million to the completion of its BRT system and the U.S. 36 Express Lanes Project. Lori Frasier, a 36 Commuting Solutions board chairwoman, said she was pleased with Washington’s positive message on the U.S. 36 BRT Project and said the prospects of a mixed bus and rail line will bring significant benefits for the region. “We’re really excited about that,” Frasier said. “It kind of brings the best of buses and the best of rail together, so it will be a whole new experience for us.”
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New year feels like all-clear We’d come, my family and I, to the 16th Street Mall to watch fireworks paint a final glittery statement to the departing year against the black backdrop above Denver’s skyline — or, depending on one’s perspective, write a vibrant, joyful opening line for a new script. The reverberating beat of up-tempo techno music pulsed through the lighthearted crowd, bundled in jackets and scarves as frosty puffs of breath rose and briskly dissipated in the winter air. A loud cheer echoed through the concrete canyon as rapid-fire, brilliant booms signaled the display’s end. Just like that, one more cycle completed, another set in motion. “A new start,” 18-year-old Devin Williams of Aurora said. “New beginnings,” agreed Yekatena Breez, 24, of Russia, here visiting friends. “A chance,” said Kevinia Pickford, also 24, of Denver, as she gazed into the sky, “to start up right again.” For many, New Year’s Eve is more than a reason to celebrate. The older I’ve grown, the more I’ve come to appreciate the underlying reflection that threads through the traditional revelry. The clock is ticking away my minutes; I want to make sure what’s left counts. Although I consistently reassess and set goals, the transition from the old year to the new one provides a concrete place to shed pieces of my life that didn’t work and keep those that did, reshuffle priorities to accommodate evolv-
ing experiences, or to just plant some new dreams. The opportunity to be able to alter course — if needed or wanted — at a moment that provides a fresh and dependable starting point seems comforting. “Every new beginning,” the Roman philosopher Seneca said, “comes from some other beginning’s end.” The tradition of renewal is age-old. New year celebrations date back some 4,000 years to the ancient Babylonians, who believed the first new moon after the day in late March with an equal amount of sunlight and darkness ushered the start of a new year. For centuries, civilizations celebrated New Year’s Day at different times of the year around festivals of religious significance. They celebrated much like we do, with music and dance and festivity. While most of the world today marks Jan. 1 as the start of the new year, some countries still follow their own calendars. Depending on the moon’s position, the Chinese New Year, for instance, falls anywhere between Jan. 21 and Feb. 20.
Traditions are as colorful and unique as the fireworks that light up the night. Spaniards eat 12 grapes before midnight, each representing a month that will be either sweet or sour. Danes jump off chairs to symbolize leaping into the new year. The Thai throw water on each other because they believe water washes away bad luck and makes people fresh. The dropping of the Times Square ball in New York City has become an iconic countdown worldwide of the year’s end. Regardless of the ritual or superstition, sociologists say new year’s celebrations are a way to let go of the past in a spirited, carefree manner before buckling down to start anew. Continuous psychological rebirth. Monica McLaughlin, 48, of Highlands Ranch, describes it as a reset button. “Maybe you didn’t accomplish everything you wanted to,” she said. “Reset. It’s not `I have to go all the way back to the beginning. It’s where can I start from?’ … Basically, it’s to own your life as you can.” Her good friend, Winston Murrell, 58, understands that sentiment. He is a tall man with a silvery stubble flecked across his cheeks and a navy blue New York Yankees beanie covering his head. He teaches middle school. Eight years ago, a heart condition almost ended his life. “Everything is a second chance,” he said. “I’m living on borrowed time.” So, he looks to the challenge of the un-
known, which comes full circle every New Year’s Eve. “You look at what you have come through in the past year and the promise of the future is before you. The future,” he said, “is unwritten.” Like a clean sheet of paper waiting for the words of a story. Devin Williams has some ideas for his: Get straight As in college. Be successful. Live a good life. So does Kevinia Pickford, on this night working as a crosswalk officer ushering hordes of fireworks spectators safely across the street. “My goal is to graduate from college this year, go into my nursing career and then start planning for school for my 2-year-old son.” We headed home, the burst of fireworks already fading in memory, thoughts of tomorrow already scurrying through my mind, the tick, ticking of the clock interrupted by the excitement of possibility and purpose. American businessman David Weinbaum has this to say about new ventures: “The secret to a rich life is to have more beginnings than endings.” I like that: Perpetual storylines of hope and promise. Constant rejuvenation — just like an old year giving way to a new one. Ann Macari Healey’s column about people, places and issues of everyday life appears every other week. She can be reached at ahealey@ourcoloradonews.com or 303566-4110.
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OPINION: Colum-
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WESTMINSTER NEWS IN A HURRY City seeking board and commission members
Westminster City Council is recruiting qualified, interested citizens to participate on one of the city’s 10 boards and commissions. Residents can be challenged and engaged in a variety of areas that preserve the quality of life in Westminster and provide valuable input to the City Council. If you are registered to vote and have lived in Westminster for the past year, you are eligible to apply. The city’s website has brief descriptions of each group’s duties, meeting times and application forms at www.ci.westminster. co.us. Terms of office are two years. The deadline to apply is Jan. 14.
Weekly Edition gets new name/design
Weekly Edition will become The Weekly beginning Thursday, Jan. 10. Expect to see not only a new name for this email newsletter, but a new design as well. The new design will feature shorter versions of each story with a link to the city’s website for complete details. In addition, pictures will accompany some stories and an events list will be posted in the left-hand column for quick review.
Fire Department Citizen Academy now accepting applications W 148th Ave
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The Westminster Fire Department is offering a free, 13-week course for citizens to learn about the fire service. Vehicle extrication, emergency medical response, water rescue and fire operations are just a few of the topics included in the course. The format includes classroom lecture and hands-on experiences. The course is designed not only to inform what the fire department does and why, but also give some practical safety knowledge. Classes are from 6-10 p.m. Thursdays, March 7 through May 30. Applications are due Feb. 21. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and are subject to a background check.
This course is to gain community knowledge — it’s not a precursor to a career in fire or emergency services. There is no fee for the course unless CPR certification is desired; CPR certification is $25. The session is limited to 20 participants and preference is given to Westminster residents. Applications are considered in the order they are received. Registration forms are available at the Westminster Fire Department, 9110 Yates St. For more information contact, Public Education Officer Sherrie Leeka at 303-658-4536 or sleeka@cityofwestminster.us.
Donate to help build Jessica’s park
Fundraising has begun to help redesign a Westminster park in honor of Jessica Ridgeway. Westminster Legacy Foundation, a local nonprofit that benefits the community of Westminster, is raising funds to help build Jessica’s park. Proceeds from the fundraising will go directly to the City of Westminster, which will build the park. The City of Westminster has committed $200,000 in cash and in-kind services. The total cost of the project is $450,000. The remainder is being sought in grants and contributions. Plans for the park include some of Jessica’s favorite things, like a zip line-like track ride, knock-knock jokes, flowers and her favorite color, purple. The plans also include major elements such as a whimsical, ribbon-based swing set, ribbon sculpture, picnic shelter and trees. Learn more about the proposed park design here. “We hope that everyone can join in and contribute to building Jessica’s park,” said Westminster Mayor Nancy McNally. “Donations small and large get us closer to our goal and help the healing for the family, the community and all of those who were touched by this tragic event.” Complete details on the fundraising effort, including plans for the park and ways to contribute, are on the Westminster Legacy Foundation website, www.westminsterlegacyfoundation.org.
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Sisters bring sugar, sprinkles Former teachers open cupcake shop with more than 50 choices By Sara Van Cleve
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Westminster resident Dayton Persons, right, was awarded a $1,500 grant from Alison Botsford, left, from the Hal Botsford Gift of Wings Fund for his passion in flying. Persons will use the grant money to help him pursue his dream of flying for charity. Photo provided
Grant gives pilot funds for flying By Ashley Reimers
a re i m e r s @ o u rc o l o r a donews.com Dayton Persons grew up in the world of aviation. As a child, the Westminster resident spent weekends at air shows and aviation museums. Now he’s on a quest to earn various pilots licenses to give back to those less fortunate. “My ultimate goal is to fly for charity,” he said. “I want to volunteer my time to fly people in need in a charitable fashion.” Studying to be a pilot is not easy or cheap. Persons has already earned his private pilot’s license, but due to the high cost of pilot school, he was forced to put his dream on hold for a few years. But now he is 100 percent focused on earning other license ratings like his instrument rating and multi-engine rating. To help with the financial demand, Persons was recently awarded a $1,500 grant from the Hal Botsford Gift of Wings Fund, an organization that awards aviation enthusiasts grants to be used for student flight lessons, sky rides, training toward the pursuit of new ratings or other aviation endeavors. The fund
was established by Alison Botsford for her father Hal Botsford who was an avid aviator. The organization gives $1,000 or more grants each year to people pursuing aviation. Persons had to submit an application and an essay to be considered for the grant. Alison Botsford said Persons essay was chosen by a panel of judges because his essay was the most passionate about flying. “When I found out I had won the grant, I was elated,” Persons said. “I have two jobs and a family and I don’t have the time or the money to go to the bank to get loans. So this is a big deal for me because it allows me to complete my ratings earlier and achieve my goal of flying for charity.” Persons said he hopes to flying for charity by early 2014. But until then, he’s focused on the task at hand and is enjoying the view. “When you’re up there flying, you really get to see the big picture and that is one of the best parts about flying,” he said. “Plus the more you fly, the better you are.” For more information about the Hal Botsford Gift of Wings Fund, visit www. giftofwings.org.
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Sisters Jessica Forster and Candice Wirth-Kleinbub have come a long way since their first foray into baking as young girls with their Holly Hobbie oven in their parents’ New York home. “We got it for Christmas one year, and you could make one cake and one pie,” Forster said. “We were using it in the basement because that’s where we played and Candice used the little spatula to take a cake out and it smashed to the floor.” “That’s when I said, ‘Twenty years of baking? No way,’” Wirth-Kleinbub said. But baking is just what these two sisters, who now live in Arvada with their families, plan to do for the next 20 years. After about a year of planning and hard work, Forster and Wirth-Kleinbub opened the first cupcake shop in the area, Once Upon a Cupcake, 5680 W. 88th Ave. in Westminster, on Dec. 18. The sisters have created more than 50 different types of cupcakes, from traditional flavors to ones customers can’t find anywhere else, as well as chocolate whoopie pies with marshmallow filling. While the bakery offers dozens of different flavors, the flavors are rotated on a daily basis, with about eight to 10 available each day. Classic cupcakes offered include ones such as “Birthday Bash,” double chocolate, peanut butter cup and “Red Queen,” a red velvet cake cupcake. “The cupcakes are really delicious and really creative,” said Linda Le, an employee at Once Upon a Cupcake. “They always try to create new ones, which I think will help them with future success.” The shop’s custom cupcakes set it apart from other shops with flavors such as peanut butter and jelly, Mambo Italiano, a tri-colored almond cake with apricot filling, topped with chocolate ganache and slivered almonds is the sisters’ version of the Italian rainbow cookie. While each cupcake is different, they all have three ingredients in common. “Sugar, sprinkles and love are put into every cupcake,” said Forster. Once Upon a Cupcake has also in-
Sisters Jessica Forster, left, and Candice Wirth-Kleinbub opened their family-operated business Once Upon a Cupcake at 5680 W. 88th Ave. in Westminster. Photo by Andy Carpenean troduced “Tipsy Cupcakes,” with flavors akin to Captain Morgan and Coca-Cola, Jagermeister and Red Bull, a White Russian and a Bloody Mary. Tipsy cupcakes are available Fridays and Saturdays. Two other specialty cupcakes do more than just satisfy a customer’s sweet tooth. Ten percent of proceeds from the “Pink Elephant,” a strawberry and cherry flavored cupcake with a strawberry jam filling, and “Hey Jude,” an Earl Grey lemon and lavender cupcake, are donated to charity. The “Pink Elephant” supports the Elephant Sanctuary in Hohenwald, Tenn., while the “Hey Jude” supports St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. “We want to give back, so we’re supporting animals, because we love animals, and humans,” Wirth-Kleinbub said. Cupcakes not sold by the end of the day are also donated to local food banks. While the shop is new and has been a learning experience, the sisters are not new to the baking business. Before opening the shop, they owned their own cupcake catering business while they were teachers at Parr Elementary School. To continue to support their fellow teachers, all Jefferson County Public Schools staff
IF YOU GO WHAT: Once Upon a Cupcake WHERE: 5680 W. 88th Ave. Westminster HOURS: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through
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and faculty receive 10 percent off when they show their badge. Forster and Wirth-Kleinbub have found their years of experience in the classroom as a benefit when it comes to running a business too. “You learn to keep order,” WirthKleinbub, a former art teacher for the elementary school. “I had over 300 kids so I learned to keep things going but still kind of fun.” And fun is just what the shop tries to bring with its bright pink walls, cartoon cupcake characters on the wall and coloring books on the table for to entertain children when they visit. Once Upon a Cupcake even hosts events such as birthday parties or showers for up to 15 guests. Once Upon a Cupcake, 5680 W. 88th Ave., Westminster, is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. The shop is closed Sundays.
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Parkway deal done Land swap means 617 acres of open space,new toll road route By Glenn Wallace
gwallace@ourcoloradonews.com It was a bumpy road, but a land swap to grant a swath of the Rocky Flats Wildlife Refuge for use as a new tollway through Jefferson County has happened. The $10 million land swap deal, involving U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Department of the Interior, Jefferson and Boulder counties, the city of Arvada and others, officially adds 617 acres of land to the Rocky Flats Wildlife Refuge. In exchange, the Jefferson Parkway Public Highway Authority (JPPHA) was granted a 300-foot-wide transportation right-of-way along the refuge’s eastern edge, over the objections of some nearby cities and environmental groups. “I am delighted that we have overcome all the obstacles through hard work and perseverance by our fellow county commissioners, mayors and council members and their staffs as well as the United States Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar, the State Land Board and the many others who have negotiated and compromised, always keeping in mind the vision of what is best for our citizens,” said Jefferson County Board of Commissioners chair Don Rosier following the decision. The land swap was opposed by a lawsuit claiming an inadequate environmental review, filed by environmental groups WildEarth Guardians and Rocky Mountain Wild, along with the cities of Su-
perior and Golden. In mid-December a federal judge ruled that the swap was legal, and dismissed the lawsuit. Superior and the environmental groups filed an appeal, along with a request for a temporary injunction to keep the deal from being finalized on Dec. 31 as scheduled. The injunction was initially granted, but the three-judge panel decided to let the deal close as scheduled after receiving a rebuttal to the injunction by the JPPHA. The JPPHA may now proceed with plans to construct a 10-mile toll road. The new road would connect the current terminus of the E-470 Northwest Parkway in Broomfield to Highway 93, about three miles north of the city of Golden, as part of the continuing effort to complete a ring road around the Denver Metro Area. Like the Northwest Parkway, the road would be public, but rely on the investment of a private investor, who would then receive the parkway’s fee revenue. JPPHA Interim Executive Director Bill Ray said the lawsuit set back the parkway project by at least a year, even as the project itself still has years of study and planning ahead. Ray added that “extensive environmental reviews,” would still need to be conducted for the major interchanges, and affected wetlands associated with the parkway plan. Ray said the authority would be watching closely, in case the federal lawsuit is granted an appeal.
Vaughn and Judy Pepper of Arvada inside their coffee shop Zoe’s Coffee, 11225 Decatur St. in Westminster, celebrate their grand opening Jan. 2. Photo by Andy Carpenean
A shop of their own Couple reaches goal to open coffee shop By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Opening a coffee shop was always Judy and Vaughn Pepper’s dream. The Arvada couple started out small by opening a coffee kiosk in 2008 at Westminster City Hall. After a few years there, the couple moved to Commerce City and opened a kiosk in the city hall building there. Now they’ve made their real dream come true with the opening of Zoe’s Coffee, 11225 Decatur St. in Westminster. “We’ve been in the coffee business for six years, so
this wasn’t our first rodeo,” Judy said. “We are excited to be back in Westminster and love being here.” Vaughn isn’t new to the community of Westminster. He worked for the city for 32 years before retiring in April. At that point he thought he might get a break. But he was wrong. For the next few months Judy and Vaughn worked non-stop on the coffee shop, up until opening day in July. “That evening before we decided to open the next day, Vaughn was sitting at the dining room table,” Judy said. “He called me over, sat me down, and said, ‘I don’t think I can do this.’ But everything fell into place and we opened it, and we’ve been steady ever since.”
Zoe’s Coffee is named after the Pepper’s 11-year-old granddaughter. The interior, designed by Judy, has a warm Tuscan feel with a variety of seating. Vaughn said he hopes to be the community coffee shop welcoming everyone in for a local cup of Joe. “We use Coda Coffee, a local Denver business,” Vaughn said. “We’ve been using Coda from the beginning. They deliver coffee once a week, so it’s really fresh. “ Baked goods from Bluepoint Bakery, also a Denver company, are sold in the shop and soon cupcakes will be on the menu. “Zoe has a brother, so you know we are in trouble,” Judy said. “So we will soon have Clay’s cupcakes,
after my grandson. I’m going to make chocolate and vanilla with butter cream frosting and Clay’s favorite sprinkles.” Judy and Vaughn said opening Zoe’s Coffee has been a lot of work. They refer the business as their baby, remembering that a new born can’t be left alone too long. But all of the hours of work have been worth it, they say. The couple’s dream of owning their own coffee shop is now a reality, one allowing them to meet new friends and be part of the community. Beginning Feb. 1, Zoe’s Coffee will be open from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays and 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Sundays.
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Council to consider upscale apartments By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com A new upscale apartment complex in Westminster will be considered by City Council during its Monday meeting. The Registry Apartments are proposed for east of Zuni Street and south of Federal Parkway and 122nd Avenue. The site is 25.4 acres and would have a total of 312 rental units. City planning manager Mac Cummins said the site units will be on the sloping side of the area with mountain views for many of the units. “The units are for renters looking for upscale apartment living,” he said. “They will be a little bit more expensive. Along with the tremendous mountain views, the complex will feature underground parking.” Mike Komppa, president of Corum Real Estate Group, is the Realtor on the project. Corum also served as the realty
group for the Links at Legacy Ridge and the Village at Legacy Ridge. Komppa said Westminster has been a great community to work in, and although the city requires a lot in terms of development requirements, he’s excited for another opportunity to build in Westminster. “We had a very good experience with the other Westminster properties,” he said. “And I think the very rigorous requirements the planning group makes developers go through really narrows the field, so it’s pretty exciting to have the support from the planning commission and the staff on this project.” Cummins said the area is currently identified as a business park in the city comprehensive plan. If council approves the complex, Cummins said the area will then be identified as residential in the comprehensive plan. “It is not unusual for the city to make changes in the comprehensive
plan,” he said. “If someone comes in and proposes something different to the plan, the staff evaluates it and then council evaluates it to decide what they want to do.” The proposal is also offering to dedicate 8.4 acres to public land, which can be used for open space uses. Cummins said staff is recommending approval of the Registry Apartments to council. He said Komppa and his staff have put a lot of time into the development. “The new proposal really meets the spirit of our city policy,” he said. “I think the project to be presented to council is really high quality.” During the public hearing on Jan. 14 at city hall, 4800 W. 92nd Ave. in Westminster, the public will have the opportunity to voice their opinions on the proposed Registry Apartments. For more information on the Registry Apartments visit www.ci.westminster. co.us.
Man leads deputies on car chase Pursuit through unincorporated Adams County ends in Arvada By Darin Moriki
dmoriki@ourcoloradonews.com A Denver man was arrested last week after fleeing a routine traffic stop and leading Adams County Sheriff’s Office deputies on an early morning, lowspeed chase through unincorporated Adams County. Adams County Sheriff’s Office spokesman Sgt. Paul Gregory said the chase began around 6:20 a.m. Jan. 3 shortly after deputies tried
to make contact with the driver of a grey 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer parked in the middle of the road around West 64th Avenue and Pecos Street. Francisco Javier Franco, the 31-year-old driver and sole vehicle occupant, then drove away and led deputies on “a relatively lowspeed pursuit” with speeds ranging from 15- to 60-mph on Interstate 70, Gregory said. He said deputies did a license plate check during
the pursuit and discovered the fleeing SUV had been stolen from a Denver-area address on New Year’s Day. Although he did not go into detail, Gregory said deputies decided not to use aggressive tactical vehicle intervention techniques, such as tactical ramming, blocking or fishtailing, based on their observations during the chase. The pursuit lasted for 13 miles and ended in Arvada near the intersection of West 50th Avenue and
Kipling Street after running over stop sticks placed in the middle of the road by waiting law enforcement officers. Franco, who had several warrants out for his arrest, was then apprehended for theft by receiving, felony eluding and habitual traffic offender charges. Gregory said the SUV was towed from the scene and is being held by the Adams County Sheriff’s Office. As of press time, he said no court date has been scheduled for Franco’s first court appearance.
Kicking the can down the road How many times have we heard our elected officials use the expression “kicking the can down the road.” And most of us know what they mean. What that means is that at every opportunity our leaders put off making important decisions because they don’t have the courage to do the right thing. It all centers around one big matter – getting reelected without a primary in the next election cycle. If they make very many of those critical, unpopular votes, those pesky tea party folks will come after them and God forbid their cherished jobs could disappear. We all know what a cushy job it is to serve in Congress. For openers the pay is more than adequate,
there’s lots of time off to court the electorate so they can get re-elected over and over again.
Lots of issues
Every since President Barack Obama took over and then was re-elected in November, the Republicans have been after him. The falling off the cliff issue was barely passed when already other major issues are coming down the pike. Although President Obama says he isn’t going to deal with the debt
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ceiling issues, that is not going to happen without a major fight. According to an article in the recent Time magazine, our government will again run out of borrowing authority in mid-February and Republicans say they won’t raise the limit until they are happy with the non-military cuts they want. Once again this means a huge fight with Congressman John Boehner and fellow Republicans.
What can we do?
We have to observe this unraveling of our government and the most we can do is lobby our local representatives and senators. Let’s face it, making sausage is far better than those watching our elected officials posture and duck and hide. Yes, we can throw them out of office, but the next
bunch is probably no better. Never have I been more disgusted over how our country is being run. So we’re back to kicking the can down the road on all the important matters. And don’t be surprised if Social Security and Medicare are in the mix this next go-around.
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“When ignorance gets started, it knows no bounds.” — Mark Twain Stay well, stay involved and stay tuned. Vi June is past Democratic state representative for House District 35. She is a former mayor of Westminster and a former newspaper publisher. A Westminster resident for more than four decades, she and her husband, Bob, have five grown children and eight grandchildren.
SCOUTING OUT A MYSTERY
Boy and Girl Scouts of all ages were invited to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Saturday to participate in Scout Mystery Day. The educational event gave scouts the chance to learn about fingerprinting, crime scene investigation, interview techniques and evidence collection. Many of the activities are designed to help the scouts fulfill safety-related badge requirements. Photo by Amber Luttrell
JEFFCO NEWS IN A HURRY Perlmutter pushes for gun control
Colorado’s 7th Congressional District U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter has been named one of the 12 vice chairs of the newly formed House Gun Violence Prevention Task Force. The announcement came recently from the task force chair, California Rep. Mike Thompson. Thompson said the leadership team was chosen to assist in crafting legislation “to reduce and prevent gun violence while also protecting the rights of law-abiding individuals without a history of dangerous mental illness to own legitimate firearms for legitimate purposes.” The task force is expected to hold meetings and hearings with experts during January. The group is scheduled to release a set of gun safety
policy in early February. Perlmutter had previously announced his intent to introduce a new Assault Weapons Ban in January. The previous federal ban expired in 2004.
Less paper tax forms available Due to ongoing budget cuts, Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) is reducing the number of paper tax forms it will provide to patrons. In 2013, the library will carry only the most common tax forms; in 2014, JCPL will eliminate paper tax forms altogether. County residents will be directed to print out paper forms through the following websites: For federal forms — www.irs.gov/Forms-&Pubs For state forms—go to the www.colorado.gov site and search for tax forms.
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Getting an early take on issues at the Capitol On Friday, as a group of editors, managers and the owner of Colorado Community Media met with legislators in the hallowed halls of the Capitol, it occurred to me how much change can be jammed into a short, little span. With the November election and the Democrats gaining control of both chambers, leadership in the House and Senate has taken on a decidedly different look in the General Assembly session that just started. For all intents and purposes, the same topics and concerns are likely to surface. The approach, however, I expect, will raise some eyebrows. And perhaps, some voices. Because I live and work in Republicanlandia, and travel back and forth between workplaces in Monument and Woodland Park via Ronald Reagan Highway, I often forget how evenly divided, and differently aligned, the state’s voters can be. The state’s tale is of two Colorados (though not always the same two) — rural and urban, Front Range and Western Slope, and Democrats and Republican, and so on. The lines are likely to be drawn over the
expected issues: • Legalization details for marijuana • Gun control measures • Death penalty • Increased school safety • Civil unions The fights will also occur in unexpected areas. We received hints of possible work areas during our meeting. House Minority Leader Mark Waller, R-District 15, said he plans to make higher education “an absolute priority.” Because education creates opportunity, he says, he will pursue efforts to establish merit-based scholarships and increase opportunity for technical training, and he thinks bipartisan efforts in these areas will bear fruit. We also met briefly with other Republican legislators: Sen. Mark Scheffel,
R-District 4; Rep. Cheri Gerou, R-District 25; Rep. Carole Murray, R-District 45; and their various communications directors and staff. Another area of concern is Medicaid and health care, which Gerou said “affects our two largest populations, children and the elderly” and will naturally be a hot topic. Waller also wants to address how returning veterans are dealt with as it relates to mental health, courts and the justice system. From the Democrats, Mark Ferrandino, D-District 2, who replaced Frank McNulty, R-District 43, as House speaker, sees the focus this session being dominated by jobs and the economy. As his baby crawled around on the speaker’s conference room floor, he says he sees opportunity in helping businesses through “economic gardening.” He pointed to a jobs-training bill proffered by Rep. Pete Lee, D-District 18, and other efforts aimed at job training and reducing the skills gap. Ferrandino also cited K-12 education as being severely and seriously underfunded, and expects to tackle that, perhaps even with bipartisan efforts.
One of the most difficult jobs is going to be figuring out what to do after voters’ approval of marijuana for recreational use by adults. Rep. Dan Pabon, D-District 4, says he volunteered to serve on a 24-member, bipartisan task force that includes perspectives from health care, law enforcement and other government and non-government disciplines. And sifting though public policy decisions and recommendations regarding how to deal with issues related to potency, law enforcement, employee relations and more might be a serious test for the new industry. And then, of course, there is transportation, where a plan is in the works to free up nearly $300 million in development funds for road projects. As Rep. Max Tyler, D-District 23, and chair of the Transportation Committee, observed, “Everyone is the parent of a good idea.” Rob Carrigan is the editor and publisher of the Pikes Peak Courier-View and the Tri-Lakes Tribune, Colorado Community Media publications. He can be reached at rcarrigan@ourcoloradonews.com
Fiscal cliff action not much of a splash It was a no surprise result and pale compared to all of the hype. Its last minute effort was an impotent attempt at tackling the so-called “fiscal cliff” that Congress had previously selfimposed by indecision. The issue consisted of two basic parts — tax rates and spending cuts. The cry was to protect the middle class from sizable tax increases and at the same time stick it to the wealthiest people. Spending cuts of $110 billion had been built into the trigger if Congress did not act. And half of those cuts were out of the military’s budget which is a precious domain of most Republicans.
Lack of tough decision-making So, what did the lame duck
provisions, adding new costs of $77 billion. Good grief, Congress is like an alcoholic who cannot leave that jigger of gin on the table. They are addicted to pork and special concessions.
Pork-like mentality Congress accomplish? Well, they did the minimum to say the least and kicked the can down the road on budget cuts. They kept the wolf away from the door of the middle class on higher taxes, stuck it to those who earn more than $400,000 per year by upping their tax rate to 39.6 percent, delayed the deadline on the budget cuts for two months and added some ridiculous pork-like
Some of the add-ons in the fiscal cliff legislation included a tax credit for electric scooters, a tax break via accelerated depreciation on constructing NASCAR racetracks, deferment of taxes for manufacturers and banks when engaged in “active financing” transactions, which encourages firms to create jobs overseas and extends tax-exemption financing at NYC former World Trade Center. Yes, Congress likes its pork and giving out favors.
Leverage opportunity
With Congress dragging its feet on taking action on the issues, it has inadvertently added yet another fiscal crisis — hitting the debt ceiling. It is appalling that the federal government has now hit $16.4 trillion in debt and wants to keep going! President Barack Obama has stated that raising the debt limit is non-negotiable. Well, that isn’t his call. If the Republicans have any ounce of smarts at all, they will leverage the debt ceiling issue to their advantage. They should hold out for sizable spending cuts. Treasury officials forecast default on payments between mid-February and mid-March. This is the same timing when Congress has to re-address the spending cuts. The timing could not be better to le-
verage major spending cuts with any increase in the debt ceiling.
What will it be? The previous Congress wimped out on resolving spending cuts with its lock-step partisan mentality and worrying about being re-elected. The decision to basically extend the Bush-era lower tax brackets puts all the more pressure on reducing spending. Will the new Congress meet the fiscal issues head on or do a little dance and defer, defer, defer? Did Santa forget to bring real hard-nosed leadership to this Congress? We shall see! Bill Christopher is former city manager of Westminster and used to represent District J on the RTD board of directors.
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Odom owes the taxpayers Your article last week headlined “Odom misses meetings ...” points out that Jeffco commissioner John Odom has not attended meetings since Nov. 13 although his term does not end until Jan. 8. Now, John is still getting paid, although he has walked off the job. His yearly salary is $87,300 plus benefits. So
he will have missed seven weeks of his job — that’s 49 days out of the 366 in 2012. So $87,300 times 49 divided by 366 equals $11,687.70. Plus benefits, which is normally about equal to salary. So Odom owes the taxpayers $23,375.40. That would help a little with the drastic cuts just made to Jeffco mental health. Judy Denison Golden
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Today marks the start of the National Western Stock Show, and Jefferson County will play a large part. Now in its 107th year, the stock show is a major 27-day event that draws rodeo and livestock fans and competitors from around the country to the Denver Coliseum. The event has longstanding ties to the Jefferson County Fairgrounds as well, however. For years now, 2013 included, some preliminary stock show events have been moved to the Jeffco Fairgrounds (15200 W. 6th with Ave.): Penning beginning at ng. 8 a.m. Sunday and Sorting beginning at 8 a.m. Monday. “The National Western is always an exciting time bend- cause you do get the athletes from across the nation,” said Jeffco Fairgrounds Dihe rector Mark Danner, adding he that he thought that hosting some of the competition in puts Jeffco was a great opportucing nity. ress “They’re free events and n or they basically see the same efer, action out here that they ng would at the coliseum,” o this Danner said. Jeff Keller, a U.S. Team city Penning Association (USTused PA) regional director, and TD penning competitor, said Team Penning has been called the fastest growing worldwide equestrian sport. In Penning, three riders are put into the arena with 30 numbered cattle. A number is called out,
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Westernaires ride single file inside Western Arena during the start of a practice at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds Saturday, Jan. 5, for the upcoming National Western Stock Show. Photo by Andy Carpenean and the riders have 60 seconds to sort out the three cattle with the matching number on their backs while keeping the other 27 getting in the way. “You have to get them in a little catch pen, all from horseback, without a rope,” Keller said. Sorting is a similar sport, where two riders without ropes have to move cattle from one pen area to another, in numerical order. Many of those same Penning and Sorting athletes will compete in the stock show coliseum on Tuesday and Wednesday morning. Each day, the top 10 finalists will then compete
during the intermission of that night’s main event, the Pro Bull Riding competition. “If you get to ride in front of the PBR crowd, it’s pretty fun,” Keller said. “The crowd always seems to really like it too.” More information, and a schedule of events is available at www.NationalWestern.com.
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There is another strong connection between Jefferson County and the Stock Show — The Westernaires. “Every year since 1954, we’ve been a big part of the National Western Stock
Show,” said Glen Keller Jr., the director of the Westernaires. This year is no exception, with the club of Jefferson County teens putting on a total of 45 performances over the duration of the stock show, including a 120-member entry in the opening day parade. In all, Keller said more than 150 Jeffco teens would participate, performing trick riding, precision drill riding, Wild West show stunts and dressage. A complete schedule of the Westernaires performances is available at www. westernaires.org.
New year is time to try new activities Apex encouraging fitness in community with Arvada TRYathalon By Sara Van Cleve
svancleve@ourcoloradonews.com A new year brings new opportunities — including trying out an activity or sport. Getting people to try something new is the goal of the Arvada TRYathalon. The TRYathalon is an eight-week program from Jan. 14 through March 9 featuring free or reducedcost classes, sports and activities from the Apex Park and Recreation District, the city of Arvada, Majestic View Nature Center. “The purpose of the Arvada TRYathalon is to get Arvada residents moving and engaged in activities,” said Apex community outreach coordinator Rachel Van Winkle. “We’re taking
the financial barrier away for an eight-week session so hopefully people try something new.” The TRYathalon will feature six to eight classes or activities each week, from dance and Zumba to snowshoeing and hockey, and even some less-common sports such as pickleball and wallyball. “I think it’s important to get out and be active,” Van Winkle said. “The whole purpose of the program is to move more and focus on issues that help support the community and being healthy. Sometimes you try something new and like it and it engages you to come every week and stay active.” The Apex Center’s pickleball program is the perfect example of something that really engages new players. “People try it once and are hooked,” she said. “They’re moving, staying active and meeting people. It makes for a healthier community.” The TRYathalon was
developed after District 2 Councilman Mark McGoff approached Apex with the idea of creating a community wellness program. “It’s very important to me on a personal basis,” McGoff said. “Fitness and wellness is extremely important. I spent a lot of time with physical exercise in the gym and outdoors. I love those kinds of activities.” McGoff, who also has a history of leading hikes on Arvada’s many trails, will be leading hikes as part of the TRYathalon as well. The TRYathalon starts at 7 a.m. Monday, Jan. 14, at the Apex Center, 13150 W. 72nd Ave., with kick-off boot camp classes. The boot camp classes feature stations ran by Apex Center trainers where participants do different “boot camp” exercises, such as pushups, running ropes and more. Some activities during the program may not get participants’ blood pumping, but instead get their
creativity flowing - such as watercolor painting and fused glass. “What I hope they get out of it is that they really can try a different activity and find some reward in doing so,” McGoff said. Between Jan. 14 and March 9, residents can receive a free resident’s card, which allow them to receive resident rates for other classes and activities. The card typically costs $3. Most of the classes and activities are free, but some do still have a fee that is being offered at a reduced cost. To see a full schedule of classes, visit www.ApexPRD.org or call 303-4242739. Space is limited for some of the classes and registration is required by calling the above number. The TRYathalon is sponsored by the Apex Park and Recreation District, the city of Arvada, the Arvada Press, the Arvada Chamber of Commerce and Majestic View Nature Center.
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Deborah Curtis as Mrs. Mannerly and Chris Bleau as Jeffrey star in the newest production “Mrs. Mannerly” at the Miners Alley Playhouse in Golden. Photo by Richard H. Pegg
Life lessons from ‘Mrs. Mannerly’ Play takes viewers on trip to past By Clarke Reader
creader@ourcoloradonews.com Audiences are invited to stroll down memory lane to a time when teaching etiquette was a key part of any young person’s education in “Mrs. Mannerly.” Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave. in Golden, is hosting the comic memory-play, from Jan. 11 through Feb. 17. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 6 p.m. The production is a regional premiere. “Mrs. Mannerly” is based on writer Jeffrey Hatcher’s own experiences in going to an etiquette school during the late 1960s, when the hippies and counter-culture movement was raging, making these rules seem obsolete. “The play is really a retelling of his own adventures in etiquette and manners classes,” said director Richard Pegg. “These teachers really tried to bring refined culture to their students.” The action takes place in Steubenville, Ohio, in 1967, where 10-year-old Jeffrey
(Chris Bleau) is attending a class taught by Mrs. Mannerly (Deborah Curtis) with five other students (all other characters in the play are portrayed by Erica Johnson). According to Curtis, Mannerly is based on a real person that Hatcher learned from, and who was very influential in his development. “Who she was and what she taught him influenced him a lot,” she said. Mannerly is a strict instructor, and no student in her 36 years has ever achieved a perfect score in her class. Jeffrey takes aim at reaching that goal, and when he stumbles upon a secret from her past, he figures he has the ace in the hole. The rest of the story unfolds as Jeffrey finds out who Mannerly really is, and learns about the different sides that every person has. Curtis said she auditioned for the role because she loves comedy roles, and had wanted to work at Miners Alley and with Pegg for a long time. “It’s a very large part, and there were a lot of women who auditioned for it, so I’m very honored that I was cast.,” she said. Since Mannerly is based on a real person, Curtis said she combed the script for clues about who she really was, and used the mystery around Mannerly in building the character.
‘The play is really a retelling of his own adventures in etiquette and manners classes. These teachers really tried to bring refined culture to their students.’ Richard Pegg, director Serving the Community for 25 Years
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“I grew to like her a great deal. She has her crosses to bear, but she approaches life with a great amount of verve,” Curtis said. “She’s a great old broad.” Pegg had the cast go back and read the 1960s Emily Post books to get a sense of what manners were supposed to be like at the time. “It was really interesting going back to the old days with the cast,” he said. “It’s one of those things where it’s wonderful to look back and say, ‘Wow, is that how they did it?’” Curtis and Pegg said that while the play deals with a specific point in history, it is really a play about growing up, and that makes it universal. “With the world progressing, its still important to pay attention to the lessons life teachers,” Pegg said. For tickets and more information, call 303-935-3044 or visit www.minersalley. com.
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Two Colorado natives — Angela Reed and Mat Hostetler — have been cast in the coming Denver engagement of the 2011 Tony Award-winning Best Play “War Horse,” playing Jan. 8-20 at the Buell Theatre. Reed plays Rose Narracott and Hostetler plays Veterinary Officer Martin. Reed grew up in Douglas County and graduated from Ponderosa High School. She studied theater and psychology at the University of Colorado, and holds an MFA from The University of California, San Diego. Hostetler makes his national touring debut in “War Horse.” He grew up in Glenwood Springs and received his MFA from the National Theatre Conservatory in Denver. “War Horse” is the story of a young man’s beloved horse who has been enlisted to fight for the English in World War I. Tickets are available by calling 303-893-4100 or online at www.denvercenter.org.
Americana folk in Parker
Folk and bluegrass performers Stephanie Bettman and Luke Halpin will perform their original acoustic Americana folk music in Parker, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave. Bettman & Halpin’s records have received national and international radio play along with critical acclaim, both reaching the Top 10 on the National Folk DJ chart. They have just released a live CD. The duo will play two full sets of live music with tickets starting at $11. Tickets can be purchased at www.PACEcenteronline.org or by calling 303-805-6800.
Fitness at The Four Seasons
OK, so most of us make New Year’s resolutions to get fab and fit, but The Four Seasons Denver at 1111 14th St. is enticing fitness flirts with a membership deal for the fitness center. “Our spa and fitness center are truly a unique offering in the Denver area,” said Matt Turner, spa director. “The option of membership is popular among Denverites who want to experience more out of their fitness routine.” Fitness club membership costs $250 a month for one member of $450 per month for a couple. For more information on fitness memberships, call the Spa at The Four Seasons Hotel Denver at 303-389-3020.
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Keller Williams Denver Central, LLC 1777 S. Harrison Street #1100 Denver, CO 80210 (303) 921-7944 Cell (720) 221-1894 FAX www.pjshouse.com Where were you born? Denver, Colorado How long have you lived in the area? I’m a native of Colorado What do you like most about it? I love the mountains in the summer and winter. I also love the friendly people from all over the world who pick Colorado as their home!
What is the most challenging part of what you do? The most challenging part of my job is that every client I work with is unique and no two homes are the same. I am constantly learning new strategies and techniques to better improve the service I give to each client. What do you most enjoy doing when you’re not working? I enjoy spending time with my family and working on achieving my Black Belt in Karate.
De-clutter everywhere in your home, including closets and kitchen cabinets. Also, remove personal items, it allows the buyer to imagine themselves living in your home. What is one tip you have for someone looking to buy a house? Before you begin looking, think about what the top 5 must have’s you want in a home. Keep that list with you when you go look at homes. It will allow you to stay focused on what you really want. What is the most unusual thing you’ve encountered while working in Real Estate? One winter when it was really cold in Denver and the pipes burst at a home that was for sale. It was a vacant home and before the leak was noticed, the basement filled up with about 5 feet of water. It was like an indoor swimming pool. I had never seen anything like it. Photos left to right: My business partner Karen Staggs and I; PJ Magin; a silly photo of me with a spider monkey on my head when I was in Mexico; me and my family in our karate outfits
How long have you worked in Real Estate? 2013 will be my tenth year in real estate. What is your specialty and what does that mean for the people you work with? My specialty is getting the best price and terms for my clients. This allows my clients to get into the home of
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The average selling time for homes in the Denver Metro area is 40 days. Many homes are selling even faster than that. The last two homes I have listed have gone under contract in about 7 days. If you are even considering selling now is a great time for us to talk. Call me direct at 303-807-0808. DAVE KUPERNIK CRS, SFR | BROKER OWNER
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$1,045 month plus deposit Super large 3 bedroom, 2 bath duplex with large Bonus room, large deck with mtn view. Water, trash and Lawn Service paid. One Block to Prospect Elementary School No Pets 36th & Parfet St.
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Manufactured/Mobile Homes Elizabeth 2 Bedroom, 1/2 acre Pond, Greenhouse, Workshop 30' Patio Month to Month $900 (303) 646-0872 Office Rent/Lease Central Arvada Professional Office Building Suites from $125 to $875/mo Shared Conference Room, Kitchen, Restrooms Internet Option (303) 475-9567 VARIOUS OFFICES 100-2,311 sq.ft. Rents from $200-$1750/month. Full service. 405-409 S Wilcox
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Wasson Properties 719-520-1730
AVAILABLE NOW! 4860 W 80th Ave Westminster, CO 80030 1,000 sq ft professional office space for rent. Share bldg with current dental practice. Located in Westminster on busy street. Great exposure. Off-street parking. Three office/exam rooms, waiting room, office/receptionist, kitchen and bathroom. $10.80/sf plus triple net. Call (719) 783-2627 or Cell (719) 429-6671
Room for Rent Aurora SE - I-225 Private Room/Bath Kitchen, Laundry, other amenities $550 + Deposit
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$565/month
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Academy for Dental Assisting Careers
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for Westminster independent retirement community. Tues thru Sat, approx 30 hrs per week, some evenings. 303-429-8857
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Administrative Assistant PT
Assist small insurance agency, Park Meadows area. Hourly rate, no benefits. 303-799-4890 or john.mihlbachler@prudential.com
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Coordinator P/T:
Exp. Violin/Piano, Cello, Guitar Teachers needed Children -
Adults, must read. Email Bio & Bus. Refs. to wenzelmusic@aol.com Evergreen
Full-time, benefited Utilities Operations Manager $101,470 - $126,837/year, closes:2/7/13 Part-time, benefited Library Clerk I/II $12.88 - $17.72/hour; closes: 1/14/13 closes: 1/14/13 Lead Lifeguard - City Park Rec. Center $11.14 - $14.26/hour, closes: 1/14/13 Submit City of Westminster online applications thru 8:30 a.m. on close date http://www.cityofwestminster.us/jobs EOE
Have home and kids; need parents!
Do you have time and love to give to kids but you just aren’t sure how to share it? Call to learn how you can earn a living caring for children in a home provided by Savio. Call Tracy at 303-225-4152.
Caregivers. to provide in-home care to senior citizens who need assistance with activities of daily living. Up to 40 hrs. per week Call Today 303-736-6688 www.visitingangelss.com/employment
Housekeeper
(PT-Wed/Thur/Fri)and as needed, for Westminster retirement community. 303-429-8857
LEGITIMATE WORK AT HOME
Opportunity Backed by BBB, No Sales, no Investment, No Risk, Free training, Free website. Contact Susan at 303-646-4171 or fill out form at www.wisechoice4u.com
Medical Assistant
Learn on the job. Good pay/benefits, 30 days vacation/year, $ for school. No experience OK. HS grads ages 17-34. Call Mon-Fri 1888-249-7769, ext. 333.
Grain Finished Buffalo
quartered, halves and whole 719-775-8742
Appliances Maytag Dryer
used for 1 year $150 720-746-8214
Beauty Supplies Mary Kay available stock at cost. Selling out. Call 303-980-8305.
Firearms If you hold valid CC permit
issued by CO, Model LCP mfg. by R for sale, price neg. Call (303)3963264. But do not leave msg.
Firewood Bulk Firewood
Logs, various hardwoods, random links, you load, you haul. $60.00 for pick up load. Split firewood also available. 303-431-8132
Firewood Cut/Split/Deliver
$200/$225 a cord for Pine, Fir & Aspen some areas may require a delivery charge. Weekends at Sedalia Conaco Scrap Metal hauling & House Cleaning $25/hr/Sitting also available Call 303-647-2475 or 720-323-2173
Furniture
Sporting goods 2010 Fairplay elec. Golf Car
Street Legal, licensed & titled in Colorado. Speeds up to 30 mph, $5500 720-733-7789
Red Miniature Pinchers Dewclaw and tails done 4 months old $200 (303)430-7217
Free to good home, small male dog 3 years old part Poodle and Pekinese please call Jonna @ 720-882 -1402 home with fenced yard within 5 miles of Lakewood. Prefer home with 2 adults and no kids. Must be willing to train pup. $100 303-9892293.
Western Summit Constructors, Inc. is seeking
Formwork Carpenters (including Foremen, Leadmen & Helpers), Concrete Finishers, Concrete Placing Foremen, Pipefitters, Yard Pipe (Operators, Layers & Laborers) and Tower Crane Operators for Metro Denver area projects (58th & York and Chambers & Hess). Applications will be taken at 9780 Pyramid Ct, Suite 100, Englewood, CO 80112, from 8 -5 M-F. Send resumes to Careers@westernsummit.com or call (303)325-0325. WSCI is an EEO Employer.
Work From Home AVON Good earnings to sell or buy, CR, Parker, HR & Centennial. Call for information Fay, (303)790-2524 flnorris@yahoo.com
Significant Monthly Income Great Local Team NO Sales • NO Inventory NO Risk INC 500 Company Call Stacy 303•908•9932 Livelifewellteam@aol.com
Motorcycles/ATV’s
Wanted
2004 1200 Custom Sportster, 5000 miles, exc. condition, extras, $7500.00 firm, 720-284-8791
We Buy Cars
Trucks, SUVs & Vans Running or not. Any condition Under $1000 (303)741-0762 bestcashforcars.com
Dogs
Golden Retreiver Pup - Needs
several part-time janitorial openings throughout Denver. Immediate evening positions available in Centennial and Highlands Ranch. Please call 303-761-0122 to schedule an interview.
DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK, BOAT, RV; Running or not, to the developmental disabled. Tax deductible! 303-659-8086. 12 years of service
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Wanted
All Tickets Buy/Sell
PETS
Bell & Howell sunlight lamp (for SAD) + extra bulbs, $35. Custom, retro, green love seat and chair, $135. Gevalia Coffee for 2 coffeemaker ($80 value), like new, $18. Roto Dent new plaque removal system/rotary tooth brush + accessories, $25. 303 688-9171
Dogs
Tickets/Travel
Twin bunk bed, solid wood + 1 mattress $150 Stanley 9 piece used girls bedroom set w/desk $400/obo Black metal twin daybed $50 720-746-8214
needed Highlands Ranch and Castle Rock. Reliable, dependable, exp. preferred. bi-lingual Korean helpful for 1 client. Call Personal Touch Senior Services (303)9725141
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Personal Caregivers and Homemakers
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1-800-809-2141 Participating organizations: S e r t ofo m a and Employment, U. S. Chamber of Commerce, ESGR, Colorado Support of /theGENERAL Guard and Reserve, Colorado Department Labor HELP WANTED G U N S H O WQuest U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Return to Work,Colorado National Guard, Leader January 12 & 13, 2013 LIVE–WORK–PARTY–PLAY Colorado Springs Event Center at Play in Vegas, Hang in LA, jet to New York R u s t i c H i l l s , 3 9 6 0 P a l mHelp e r P aWanted rk Hiring 18-24 girls/guys. Help Wanted Help Wanted Blvd., Colorado Springs, 80909 $400 to $800 wkly. paid expenses. Prospectors Sertoma Are you energetic & fun – GAIN 719-630-3976 6 - 2 5LBS! 1-0768 call 8 6130
Savio House needs foster parents to provide temporary care for troubled teens ages 12-18. Training, 24 hour support and $1900/month provided. Must complete precertification training and pass a criminal and motor vehicle background check. Call Michelle 303-225-4073 or visit saviohouse.org.
ALWAYS BEST CARE has Home Health and Caregiving position immediately available. Long shifts, short visits, FT/PT, live-in‌.something for everyone who is passionate about providing the highest quality care in the business! To apply, go to www. AlwayBestCare.com/DenverWest **Open interviews Wednesday, January 16th 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM** 2201 Kipling St., Suite G2, Lakewood
Would you love to help someone else? Flexible hours‌prior experience caring for seniors helpful. We’re looking for loving, compassionate people who live in South Metro Denver! Call 303-990-4561 today!
DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED! Registration volunteers L e a r n t o d r i v e ffor o r S wparticipants, ift Transportation at US Truck. r n $ 7 5 0 p e r w e e kgo ! andEC Daemployers to www.mvee.org. L & Job Ready in 3 weeks! SPORTING GOODS
If you are not able to access our website, DIRECTV.com, mail your resume and salary requirements to: DIRECTV, Attn: Talent Acquisition, 161 Inverness Drive West, Englewood, CO 80112.To apply online, visit: www.directv.com/careers. EOE.
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Care provider / Private Duty
Locate and screen host families; provide support and activities for exchange students. Up to $850/ student with bonus and travel opportunities. Local training and support. Make friends worldwide! www.aspectfoundation.org
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To place a 25-word COSCAN network ad in 82 Colorado newspapers for only $250, contact your local newspaper or call SYNC2 Media at 303-571-5117.
IT Analyst 2, Broadcast Center Client Services
Nurse needed in North Parker. approx. 8-9am or 8-9pm. Mostly weekdays 303-646-3020
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SERVICES TO ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES, CALL 303-566-4100 Adult Care EXPERIENCED, LOYAL CARE IN your home. Prepare meals, clean. 30 yrs. Experience. References. PT starting at noon Call Isabel, 720435-0742
Carpentry Carpenter/Handyman:
Semi retired but still ready to work for you! 34 years own business. Prefer any small jobs. Rossi's: 303-233-9581
Cleaning
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Detailed cleaning at reasonable rates. Honest & Dependable Residential • Commercial Move Outs • New Construction References Available 720.283.2155
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Residential and Commercial Cleaning • 15yrsexperience •WindowCleaning • Detailed,Honest, •Insured&Bonded Dependable •GreatCustomerService
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Deck/Patio
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When “OK” Just isn’t good enough -Integrity & Quality Since 1984 For more information visit: JustDetailsCleaningService.com Call Rudy 303-549-7944 for free est.
Concrete/Paving
T.M. CONCRETE
Driveways, Sidewalks, Patios Tear-outs, colored & stamped concrete. Quality work Reasonable rates, Lic. & Ins. "Small Jobs OK!" 303-514-7364
Concrete Mike
Concrete Work, Patios, Driveways, Sidewalks, Tear Out, Replace, Colored. Reasonable Rates Office 303-840-7347 Mobile 303-902-1503
FALL SPECIAL Almost Free
Time to start taking care of all your concrete needs. FREE ESTIMATES! All Types of flat work No job too small or too big!
We take what your trash man won't. Branches, mattresses, appliances, reasonable rates & prompt service 720-333-6832
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Drywall A PATCH TO MATCH
Dry wall repair specialist. 30yrs. Experience, Insured Satisfaction guaranteed Call Ed 720-328-5039
A HOME REPAIR & REMODELING HANDYMAN •Baths •Kitchens •Tiling •Large & Small Jobs
Sanders Drywall Inc.
303-425-0066 303-431-0410
All phases to include
Acoustic scrape and re-texture Repairs to full basement finishes Water damage repairs Interior paint, door & trim installs 30+ years experience Insured Free estimates Darrell 303-915-0739
Bob’s Home Repairs All types of repairs. Reasonable rates 30yrs Exp. 303-450-1172
Massa Construction 303-642-3548
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Lennox furnaces, overstocked air conditioners. We service all brands (303)530-1254 grafnerheatingandcoolingllc.com
House Cleaning
Insurance INSURANCE REVIEW
- Please call 720-484-3732 for a FREE Home, Auto and Life Insurance review!
20 yrs experience Remodel expert, kitchen, basements, & service panel upgrades. No job too small. Senior disc. 720-690-7645
ELECTRICAL SERVICE WORK All types, licensed & insured. Honest expert service. Free estimates. 720-203-7385
Radiant Lighting Service **
Fence Services Cowboy Fencing is a full service fence & gate company installing fences in Colorado for 23 years. Residential/Commercial/Farm & Ranch Fencing
Low rates, Free estimates Scott, Owner 720-364-5270
DISCOUNT FENCE CO
Quality Fencing at a DiscountPrice Wood, Chain Link, Vinyl, Orna-iron, New Install and Repairs. Owner Operated since 1989 Call Now & Compare! 303-450-6604
Alan’s Garage Door Service Repair & Replace Garage Doors, Openers & Springs. Licensed and Insured 30 yrs. Experience 303-438-1083 303-903-7602
FOR ALL YOUR GARAGE DOOR NEEDS!
• Springs, Repairs • New Doors and Openers • Barn and Arena Doors • Locally-Owned & Operated • Tom Martino’s Referral List 10 Yrs • BBB Gold Star Member Since 2002
Carpentry • Painting Tile • Drywall • Roof Repairs Plumbing • Electrical Kitchen • Basements Bath Remodels Property Building Maintenance Free Estimates • Reliable Licensed • Bonded Insured
Ron Massa
Office 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983
HOME REPAIRS INSIDE: *Bath *Kitchen's *Plumbing *Electrical, *Drywall *Paint *Tile & Windows OUTSIDE: *Paint & Repairs *Gutters *Deck's *Fence's *Yard Work *Tree & Shrubbery trimming & clean up Affordable Hauling Call Rick 720-285-0186
Hauling Service "AFFORDABLE HAULING" You Call - I Haul Basemen,t Garages, Houses, Construction, Debris, Small Moves Office - 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983 Ron Massa BBB - Bonded - Insured
TRASH HAULING
Instant Trash Hauling • Home • Business • Junk & Debris • Furniture • Appliances • Tree Limbs • Moving Trash • Carpet • Garage Clean Out
Dirt, Rock, Concrete, Sod & Asphalt
FREE ESTIMATES 7 DAYS A WEEK
Call Bernie 303.347.2303
Professional Junk Removal
Estates, Moving, Clean Out Furniture, Appliances, Electronics Landscape, Deck, Fence 720-891-4296 www.RubbishWorks.com/Denver
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Handyman A Quality Handyman 720-422-2532
Bronco Haulers
Dependable, Affordable Prompt Service 7 days a week Foreclosure and Rental clean outs Garage clean outFurniture-Appliances Free Estimates
Call 720-218-2618
DUST BUNNIES HOUSEKEEPING, LLC.
Office/Residential/Vacancies Churches/Foreclosures Insured/Bonded 303-429-9220 "We do it all from ceiling to floor."
Misc. Services
STAIRLIFTS INSTALLED
with a Warranty Starting at $1575
WALK-IN-TUBS Starting at $2995
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Cowboy life celebrated in Golden Festival brings poetry, music, authentic grub By Sonya Ellingboe
sellingboe@ourcoloradonews.com The Colorado Cowboy Poetry Gathering enters its 24th year of celebrating the cowboy way of life — romanticized and otherwise. It’s presented this year on Jan. 1720 at the American Mountaineering Center in Golden, the re-purposed former Golden Junior and Senior High School, at 710 10th St. Performances will be 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, plus matinees at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday and 10 a.m. Saturday. Cowboy Church is at 10 a.m. Sunday. See the website for schedule of entertainers at www.coloradocowboy-
gathering.com. This is the second year in Golden for this unique event, which spent 10 years at the Arvada Center and has been wandering to various venues since. Each show will be different. There is a special focus on cowboy poetry, an art form that grew out of long days in the saddle. Cowboys would gather around a campfire at night and entertain each other with tall tales and songs. Poets, Western singers and oldfashioned yodelers will spin songs and stories about the happy times and rough times experienced in life in the Old West — the West of legends, films and books. And they will look at contemporary life as well. Performers include: Eli Barsi, Sam DeLeeuw, Bill Barwick, John Schaff-
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ner, Skip Gorman, Pop Wagner, Mike Blakely and Ernie Martinez. Also: Bary Ward, Liz Masterson, Jon Chandler, Yampa Valley Boys, Patty Clayton, Gary McMahan, Al “Doc” Mehl, Doris Daley, Chick Pyle. Some are local musicians who have appeared at the Littleton Museum over recent years. Families are welcome at these performances and programming is fashioned for kids age 8 and older, especially at themed matinees, where there will be stories of cattle drives and life on the plains. When the munchies strike, there will be cowboy grub served from the Authentic Chuck Wagon, owned by John Schaffner. Hours: 5-7 p.m. Friday, Saturday; 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Ticket prices vary, see website, or there is a super ticket for all six shows.
THURSDAY/JAN. 10 INFANT CLASS FUNsises infant music and movement class is offered from 10-11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 10, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. This workshop for parents or caregivers and babies or toddlers from four to 24 months old will present a number of songs and activities created to develop a baby’s earliest skills through music and movement. Cost is $25. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/recxpress to register.
Food will be presented by chefs Duncan Smith and Benjamin Erickson, desserts by Karen Storck, live jazz performance by The Bob Montgomery/Pete Olstad Big Band and a Dazzle recording session with The Funky Fresh Trio and guests. To RSVP online (suggested minimum donation of $30), go to www. blacktie-colorado.com/rsvp and enter event code: DAZZLE115. Come support awesome owner Donald Rossa who has tirelessly toiled to make Dazzle a great space for jazz, food and a famous happy hour. Also Jan. 15, celebrity chef Jenna Johansen (from Bravo’s “Around the World in 80 Plates”) is the special guest chef along with owner Chef Ryan Leinonen and his team during a Denmark dinner at Trillium, 2134 Larimer St. Cost is $65, which includes an amuse bouche and four courses with paired wines, a seasonal cocktail or craft beer. Please RSVP to 303-3799759. At 6 p.m. Jan. 10, 1515 Restaurant at 1515 Market St., hosts Portland-based Widmer Brothers Brewery for a special beer dinner. Executive Chef Garren Teich will prepare four courses to be paired with the Widmer Brothers Hefeweizen, the Reserve Series: Old Embalmer Barleywine, the Nelson Imperial IPA and other craft brews made in Oregon. The dinner at the beer tasting is $40
per person, not including tax and gratuity. Reservations: 303-571-0011 or events@1515restaurant.com. “This will be a sumptuous dinner paired with great Widmer Brothers’ beers,” said 1515 Lounge manager Brandon Schlag. “It’s only January, but this will be one of the beer events to remember in 2013.”
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Award-winning actor and East High School grad Don Cheadle celebrating on New Year’s Eve at Rioja on Larimer Square. Cheadle’s second season of Showtime’s original series “House of Lies” premieres on Jan. 13.
Rockmount going strong
Rockmount Ranch Wear, the LoDo-based Western snap-front shirt maker and a favorite company of this column, has a lot to be thankful for in 2012 and is moving forward with a big “yeehaw” in 2013. Country singer Dwight Yoakam wears Rockmount’s blue hombre stripe No. 690, a remake from its historic archives dating back to the 1950s seen here: www.npr.org/event/ music/167532013/kcrw-presentsdwight-yoakam. Rockmount shirts have a large role on Fox Network’s “The Factor” winner Tate Stevens who wore a full range including various red plaids. Dennis Quaid wears Rockmount shadow plaids on the new CBS network hit drama “Vegas.” Rockmount
SATURDAY, JAN. 12: 10-11:30 a.m. at Playful Pooch Dog Daycare and Boarding, 4000 Holly St., Denver.
MEN’S GROUP The Northglenn Senior Center is introducing a men’s storytelling group. Local seniors organize the group and the first meeting, at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 10, will be used to plan an agenda. Coffee and refreshments will be available. The group is set to meet every second Thursday of the month at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community Center. For people ages 55 and over. Call 303-450-8801 for more information.
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shirts are also featured in ABC’s new show “Nashville.” The shirts worn by celebrities in movies, on TV shows and in concert are bought by the artists and production companies (no freebies, have you met Rockmount owner Steve Weil?). Rockmount does not pay for product placement whatsoever. All ties and scarves you will see at The Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo from Jan. 18 through Feb. 9 are by Rockmount. Also, the Calgary Stampede has a new design in the works for spring. In more Rockmount news, Cheyenne Frontier Days is arranging to exhibit the company’s historic collection of vintage shirts, accessories, advertising and memorabilia going back to the 1940s. The exhibit, Rock Stars & Cowboys, chronicles 65 years of Western fashion history. It will be one of the first exhibits in the newly renovated Pioneer Museum on the rodeo grounds. As company founder and Western wear pioneer Papa Jack would say, “I’ve always believed we were never selling just the cowboy — we sell the romance of the West. That’s so much more.”
FRIDAY/JAN. 11 FRIDAY CLUB Join a free celebration at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 11, to learn about the Friday Club’s opportunities: bridge, bingo, golf, bowling, mahjongg, pinochle and more. Enjoy snacks and door prizes. The club is organized by seniors for seniors. The annual membership is $20 for those who choose to join. The club meets at the Community Recreation Center of Apex, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. SATURDAY/JAN. 12 WINNERS RECITAL Music Teachers Association Suburban Northwest will have its ensemble competition winners recital at 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, at the School of Music at CU Boulder, 914 Broadway, Boulder. For intermediate to advanced music students performing in ensembles on piano, flute, strings and voice. MONTHLY MOVIE “End of the Spear” will play at 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, at the AMC-SOJ church, 5975 Miller St., Arvada. This choice for our monthly “Movies that Matter” shows the journey of a savage Amazon tribesman who becomes family to the son of a North American man he kills. Free; call 303421-8466 for information.
Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, businesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for Blacktie-Colorado.com. She can be reached at penny@blacktiellc.com or at 303-619-5209.
SATURDAY/JAN. 12, Monday/Jan. 14, Tuesday/Jan. 15, Wednesday/ Jan. 16 DOG TRAINING Learn about Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue’s techniques used to rehabilitate its rescued dogs through several free
MONDAY, JAN. 14: 7-8:30 p.m. at Center for Wholistic Health, 8600 W. 14th Ave., Suite 3, Lakewood. TUESDAY, JAN. 15: 7-8:30 p.m. at L’il Angel Pet Boutique and Gallery, 1014 S. Gaylord St., Denver. WEDNESDAY, JAN. 16: 6-7:30 p.m. at Kriser’s Pet Supply, Colorado Mills, 14710 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood. MONDAY/JAN. 14 COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS Two free community workshops, insurance basics and estate planning decisions, are being offered at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Edward Jones financial advisor Martha Turner will present “Protecting What’s Important,” a program designed to offer individuals a foundational knowledge of health, disability and life insurance. Then, attorney Kerri Klein will talk about estate planning decisions, including what documents are essential and explanations of what the documents do for you. Register in advance by contacting Jeanette Sánchez at 303-450-8935 or jsanchez@northglenn.org. SUPPORT GROUP GriefShare is a weekly support group for people grieving the death of someone close. Each session includes a video seminar and group discussion. The sessions feature biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. GriefShare will start Jan. 14, meeting at 6:30 p.m. Mondays at Risen Savior Lutheran Church, 3031 W. 144th Ave., Broomfield. Sign up at www. rslc.org or contact the church office, 303-469-3521. PHOTO SCANNING Scangaroo is a mobile photo scanning and restoration company whose mission is to protect photo memories as over time the originals deteriorate or are lost. Scangaroo will scan 10 photos per person at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 14, at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. For people ages 55 and over. Call 303-450-8801 for more information. Your Week continues on Page 16
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We invite you to join us in worship on Sundays. An inspirational traditional service is offered at 9 AM on Sunday. There are choirs for every age and musical ability. Small group fellowships that meet weekly and monthly, a licensed pre-school program with a record of 39 plus years of excellence. As well as a Sunday school program for children, youth and adults. We are located at 1605 W. 106th Ave., Northglenn. For more information about church and all other services offered, feel free to contact us at 303-452-5120. See You There!
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TUESDAY/JAN. 15 LIFETREE CAFÉ Practical solutions for overcoming hardship will be discussed at Lifetree Café at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15, at 5675 Field St. in Arvada. The program, “Overcoming Hardship: A Father and Son Beat the Odds,” features an exclusive film of Patrick Henry Hughes and his father. The younger Hughes was born without eyes or the ability to extend his limbs. Though in a wheelchair, Hughes performed in the University of Louisville marching band, his father pushing his wheelchair through every practice and performance. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Snacks and beverages are available. WEDNESDAY/JAN. 16
WEDNESDAYS AT 2 Covenant Village in Westminster presents a series of monthly events featuring expert speakers on a variety of educational and entertaining topics. Admission is free, but seating is limited. Call 303-403-2205 for reservations and directions. Lectures begin at 2; come early for refreshments and fellowship. For information, call 303-424-4828. Upcoming topics: JAN. 16: “South Africa: Journey from Apartheid,” presented by Active Minds. Join Active Minds as we explore the history of South Africa, its struggle with Apartheid, and its journey to rejoin the international community since Apartheid’s end in 1994.
GALLERY RECEPTION Art Gallery 3698 is celebrating “The Mayans Were Wrong!” with a
reception from 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 16, at 3698 W. 72nd Ave., Westminster. Refreshments will be served. Call 303-487-1981.
TRAVEL FILM Visit moose, people, cities, fishing expeditions, the Marine Highway, receding glaciers and more in a gigantic land that still maintains a mystic aura while watching a travel film on Alaska at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 16, at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, 11801 Community Center Drive. The tour guides are professional filmmakers who personally narrate their films. Shows include a 15-minute intermission with refreshments. Cost is $7.50 for adults, $6.50 for seniors and students. Call 303-450-8800. THURSDAY TO SATURDAY/JAN. 17-19 COMEDY SHOW Comedy Central and festival
veteran Gabriel Rutledge headlines WITS END, 6080 W. 92nd Ave., Unit 100, Westminster, from Jan. 17-19. Rutledge’s material often takes an honest and self-deprecating look at his own life, including his marriage and his finances. Visit GabrielRutledge.com. Call 303-430-4242 or visit http://witsendcomedyclub.com for show times.
COMING SOON COMING SOON/JAN. 18 CHILI COOKOFF Think you make the best chili? As part of the Festive Friday series, enter it in the Northglenn Senior Organization’s eighth annual chili cookoff at noon Friday, Jan. 18, at the senior center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Prize categories for red and green. This event is also a
potluck, so bring your chili entry or a complementary side dish. A sign-up list is available at the Your Northglenn Senior Center. For people ages 55 and over. Please RSVP at 303-450-8801.
COMING SOON/JAN. 21 YOUTH TRIP Youth ages 11 to 18 are invited to go to a canvas painting class, have lunch and go to a movie from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 21. The cost is $55 for residents, $61 for non-residents. This trip is part of the Recreational Alternative Programming series. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/recxpress to register. Meet at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Coming Soon continues on Page 17
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PIRATE AUDITIONS Auditions are being held for youth ages 6-18 for the Missoula Children’s Theatre’s swashbuckling new musical production of “Blackbeard the Pirate.” Approximately 60 roles are available. In order to audition, participants must attend all rehearsals. Check in at 3 p.m. at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, 11801 Community Center Drive. The audition will run from 4-6 p.m., with the first rehearsal to follow at 6:30 p.m. for those who are cast. Rehearsals will be through Friday of that week from 4-8:30 p.m. Performances will be at 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26. Cost is $55, payable only if cast. Call 303-450-8800 for information. COMING SOON/JAN. 22 BLITHE SPIRIT The Arvada Center presents “Blithe Spirit,” by Noël Coward (Private Lives, Design for Living), from Jan. 22 to Feb. 17 in the Black Box Theater. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays; 1 p.m. Wednesdays; and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Talkbacks will be offered after the 7:30 p.m. show on Friday, Feb. 1, and after the 1 p.m. show Wednesday, Feb. 6. To purchase tickets, or for information, go to www.arvadacenter.org or call 720-898-7200. The Arvada Center is at 6901 Wadsworth Blvd.
information, or you can call 303-755-4756. Proceeds from the event benefit The Adoption Exchange.
LOOKING AHEAD/FEB. 8 BENEFIT CONCERT Susan Lee Cable, a concert pianist and professor emeritus at Metropolitan State College of Denver, will honor top classical musicians at “Concert, Coffee & Confections,” a benefit concert for Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8, at Jefferson Unitarian Church, 14350 W. 32nd Ave., Golden. The evening also will feature fine coffee, European gourmet desserts and a silent auction featuring works from OLLI artists. The event is open to the public. RSVP at 303-717-4299 or by sending a check ($40/ per person) by Feb. 1 to OLLI West, University College, 2211 S. Josephine St., Denver. Visit www.universitycollege.du.edu/olli or call 303-871-3090. LOOKING AHEAD/FEB. 8-17 TAKING STOCK The 11 Minute Theatre Company presents “Taking Stock,” by Richard Schotter, from Feb. 8-17. Alvi and Sam, partners and pals, have run a sporting goods store on New York’s West Side for forty years. It’s Memorial Day and they are taking stock of their inventory and their options. The neighborhood has changed, the yuppie landlord is raising the rent and the customers don’t know the first thing about sports. Sam wants to renovate: Alvi doesn’t want to change a thing. As the two old friends struggle over their future, they reveal their fears, hopes, passions and affection for each other. Warning: This play has some mature language and is suggested for audiences over 13 years old. The Festival Playhouse is at 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. Call 303-422-4090 or visit www.festivalplayhouse.com.
COLLEGE NIGHT High school students and parents on the Front Range can learn more about getting an affordable start on college in the mountains during a free Colorado Mountain College information night from 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22, at the Westin Westminster Hotel, 10600 Westminster Blvd. Staff, faculty, students and alumni will answer questions about academic programs, residential life, student services, admissions and financial aid at Colorado Mountain College’s residential and commuter campuses across the Western Slope. The free session includes refreshments and door prizes. To RSVP, visit coloradomtn.edu/infofair. For more information, contact Colorado Mountain College admissions counselor Paul Edwards at 800-621-8559, 970-947-8329 or pedwards@ coloradomtn.edu.
PERFORMANCE CONCERT A collaborative performance concert of the Music Teachers Association Suburban Northwest is at 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10, at Arvada United Methodist Church, 6750 Carr St., Arvada. All levels of music students performing in ensembles on piano, flute, strings and voice.
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UPCOMING AUDITIONS The Arvada Center will have auditions for “Dividing the Estate,” written by Horton Foote, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 11-12 at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. Auditions are by appointment only. Call 720-898-7200 to schedule a time. Actors must be 18 years or older.
Out,” for adults with developmental disabilities, from 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, at 555 Alter St., Ste 19E, Broomfield. We will be going to the movies; the name of the movie is to be determined. Cost is $20. Please eat dinner before coming; a small snack will be offered. Register by Monday. Jan. 21, by contacting Molly Coufal, evening/social program director, at info@friendsofbroomfield.org or 303-404-0123.
ART LEAGUE The Wheat Ridge Art League will meet from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, at the Active Adult Center, 6363 W. 35th Ave., Wheat Ridge. After the business meeting, Libby Kyer will present a demonstration on using colored pencil. Anyone who paints or would like to paint is welcome to come and learn to try new mediums and techniques. Residents of any Denver suburb are welcome to attend. Call 303-278-8247 or 303-421-1356 or email lartus1@msn.com or t.f.douglass@ comcast.net.
RECURRING EVENTS RECURRING/MONTHLY THROUGH May FAMILY CONCERTS The Music Train and Swallow Hill Music presents the family concert series, at 4 p.m. the second Sunday of each month through May at Swallow Hill Music Association, 71 E. Yale Ave., Denver; and at 4 p.m. the third Saturday of each month through May at the D-Note, 7519 Grandview Ave., Arvada. For information and tickets, visit http://ridethemusictrain.com.
LOOKING AHEAD LOOKING AHEAD/JAN. 28-29 TALENT SHOW Auditions for the 7th annual Night of the Stars talent show for ages 5-18 will be from 4-8 p.m. Jan. 28-29 at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, inside the Northglenn Recreation Center. Visit www.northglenn.org/talentshow for information. Call 303-450-8800 for an audition appointment. Dress rehearsal will be Thursday, Feb. 7, and the show will be Friday, Feb. 8. LOOKING AHEAD/JAN. 30 HOME EXPO Learn about in-home services to help keep you or a loved one at home and about housing options if you are considering a new place to call home. The There’s No Place Like Home expo is from 9-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 30, at the Community Recreation Center of Apex, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. The event is free to the public; register by calling 303-425-9583. Service providers, call 303-467-7197 for vendor information/fees. LOOKING AHEAD/JAN. 31 LUNCHEON BE a queen for a day. Join Michelle Rahn at
noon Thursday, Jan. 31, for the Walking Tiara Tall Luncheon. Rahn will show how her positive zest for life and sense of humor bring out the royalty in each of us. Register before Jan. 28 at Community Recreation Center of Apex, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Cost is $9, which includes lunch.
LOOKING AHEAD/FEB. 7 ADOPTION BENEFIT The second annual Small Plates, Big
Heart event is planned for Thursday, Feb. 7, at Infinity Park Event Center. Denver chefs prepare small plates of food in competition for the title, “Wednesday’s Child Best Chef of Denver!” For a complete list of participating vendors visit www.adoptex.org/smallplates. Visit the website for ticket
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LOOKING AHEAD/FEB. 22-24 THEATER SHOW Phamaly Theatre Company presents the “charmin’ `n side-splittin’ comedy”“The Foreigner” Feb. 22-24 at the Arvada Center for Arts & Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22, and Saturday, Feb. 23, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24. Tickets are available by calling 720-898-7200 or going online to www. phamaly.org. LOOKING AHEAD/MARCH 1 ENTRY DEADLINE The Northglenn Arts and Humanities Foundation is conducting an open entry competition to select six sculptures to be part of Northglenn’s 2013-14 “Art on Parade” on-loan sculpture program. The winning pieces will be placed at E.B. Rains Junior Memorial Park surrounding Webster Lake in Northglenn. Check www. callforentry.org for more on submissions. Contact Michael Stricker at 303-450-8727 or email artonparade@northglenn. org for information. LOOKING AHEAD/MARCH 14 SPELLING BEE Compete with other spelling whizzes in the 60+ Spelling Bee, sponsored by the Arvada Press/Mile High News, Brookdale Senior Living’s Arvada Sterling House and Arvada Meridian, and Prime Time for Seniors Newspaper. Prizes and refreshments included. This is a free event, but both contestants and spectators must register by March 2. Contestants must be 60 and over. Sign up soon; space is limited. The spelling bee is from 1-3 p.m. Thursday, March 14, at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada.
ONGOING/LIBRARY PRESCHOOLERS GATHERING Primetime for Preschoolers
meets 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Anythink Huron St., 9417 Huron St. in Thornton. Admission is free. For more information, call 303-452-7534 or go online to librarianship.
MUSIC TIME Music and Movement meets 1:30-2:15 p.m. Wednesdays at Anythink Huron St., 9417 Huron St. in Thornton. Children ages 3 to 6 years can sing, dance, play games and learn how to play instruments. Registration is required. To register, visit the online calendar at librarianship. For more information, call 303-452-7534.
ONGOING/CLUBS AND SERVICES MONDAYS ADULT SURVIVORS of Childhood Sexual Abuse Northglenn
Women’s Group meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays. WINGS provides therapist-facilitated, peer-support groups in which survivors are believed, accepted and no longer alone. For more information, call 303-283-8660.
DENVER THYROID Cancer Support Group meets 7-8:30
p.m. Mondays at Montclair Recreation Center Lowry, 729 Ulster Way. For more information, call 303-388-9948.
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Bruce Abel, the assistant general manager of Bus Operations with the Regional Transportation District, demonstrates how the new SmartCard works using a reader on Dec. 31 at the Denver Union Station light rail station. Photo by Sara Van Cleve
RTD passes become smarter EcoPass, CollegePass users now simply tap card and board to commute By Sara Van Cleve
svancleve@ourcoloradonews.com Using RTD’s public transportation just got a whole lot smarter. The Regional Transportation District introduced on Jan. 1 the first phase of its new smart card program, which requires riders to only tap their smart card on a reader before boarding the light rail or a bus to pay their fare. The first phase only affects CollegePass and EcoPass users. The EcoPass is a pass that companies purchase for employees that allow employees an unlimited number of rides. “We can enhance the boarding process,” said Bruce Abel, the assistant general manager of Bus Operations with RTD. “The bus dwells while the customers board for a shorter period of time, which helps us in terms of our on-time performance, which is obviously very important to our customers. It helps us get the trip and our customers on our way.” The new card system will also help decrease the need for cash, Abel said, benefiting both riders and RTD. “For our customers, they won’t have to worry about having the exact fare, but from the organization’s perspective, we won’t have to spend hours counting cash each day,” he said. RTD bus operator Phillip Zielonka said that expediting passengers was key.
“For us, it’ll help get the buses on time and get the passengers on time. It eliminates all of this ‘They come with the wrong pass or the wrong fare.’ It’s going to be great. It’s a mild tap and I sit down and move the bus on schedule,” he said. The new system requires very little change in customers’ behavior when boarding buses, but light rail riders will have to change their routine slightly, Abel said. Light rail riders who are not riding the light rail in the downtown region, which the pass is automatically set to, will have to choose which level of service they want — local, express or regional. Signs near the readers at the light rail stations can help riders determine which area they need to select for their destinations. Abel said 70 to 75 percent of trips are in downtown zones, though, and customers will not need to adjust their zone fares. The cards will also help reduce the number of counterfeit bus and light rail tickets. “The electronics in the pass do have a safety in them so that it can only be used once [in a certain amount of time] and cannot be handed back to somebody and reused,” Abel said. “It’s one pass for one customer.” RTD’s smart card system is one of the first of its kind for a city of Denver’s size. Fare inspectors will have handheld devices to ensure riders tapped their cards. Phase two will be implemented in the fall and will be oriented to the general public, Abel said. The two phases are costing RTD a total of $15 million. For more information on RTD’s smart card system, visit www.rtd-denver.com.
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Number of rebounds per game the Belleview Christian girls basketball team is averaging, tops in the state. The 7-1 Bruins are also first in the state in assists (19.6). Sydney Ahaneku is leading the squad with 14.4 rebounds, while Kayla Iwahashi has a team-high 3.7 assists.
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GAME OF THE WEEK GIRLS BASKETBALL
Mountain Range (7-1) at Horizon (4-4), Friday, 6:30 p.m., Horizon High School The Mustangs dropped their first game of the season Tuesday and hope to get back on track Friday.
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Left, Mountain Range’s Lexi Swenson looks for an open teammate during Tuesday’s game against Fairview. Right, Westminster’s Veronica Recendez attacks the basket during the Wolves East Metro League opener against Brighton. Jonathan Maness Photos by Jonathan Maness
Girls hoops: Ahaneku’s triple-double lifts Bruins Jimenez helps Horizon top rival Legacy By Jonathan Maness
jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com WESTMINSTER - Sydney Ahaneku has been a force for the Belleview Christian Bruins and she proved it Tuesday night. Ahaneku posted a triple-double with 12 points, 13 rebounds and 12 blocks to lift the Bruins over Denver Christian 44-29. She also had six steals and four assists. Kelsie Birch also had 11 points to help Belleview Christian improve to 7-1 on the season. HAWKS TOP LIGHTNING: Senior Gabriela Jimenez hit six three-pointers and scored 21 points to help Horizon (4-4 overall, 1-0 Front Range League) top Legacy 53-40 Tuesday. Alyssa Rader added 12 points, while Kaylie Rader had a double-double with 10 points and 12 rebounds - she also had seven blocks. Legacy dropped to 4-4 overall and 0-1 in
the FRL. DOUBLE TROUBLE: The Holy Family Tigers have jumped out to a 6-3 record to start the season, and a lot of the success can be attributed to the play of sisters Lindsey and Katie Chavez. The duo combined for 18 points and 15 steals on Friday to help the Tigers top Eaton 56-37. STREAKING EAGLES: After dropping its opening game, Rocky Mountain Lutheran has won seven in a row. The Eagles topped Mile High Academy 49-23 Tuesday. Brittney Zemlicka led the Eagles with 12 points. UNDEFEATED NO MORE: Mountain Range lost its first game of the season on Tuesday, losing to Fairview 35-18 in the FRL opener. The Mustangs dropped to 7-1 overall and 0-1 in the FRL. TOUGH LOSS: Standley Lake (5-5) lost a nail-biter on Saturday, falling 41-40 to Dakota Ridge. Sara Shiney led the way for the Gators
with 15 points. SLUMPING WOLVES: Westminster dropped its seventh consecutive game on Monday, falling to Overland 49-37. The Wolves lost their East Metro League opener on Thursday to Brighton, 71-31. The game was played at the Pepsi Center. Northglenn (3-7) also have been struggling, the Norse lost their third in a row on Tuesday - losing 58-26 to George Washington. BEST PANTHERS UNIT IN YEARS: Pomona girls’ basketball team has won more than six games in a season for the first time since 2008. Through 11 games this season, they have already hit that mark. Pomona (6-5, 1-3) is one of the early season surprise teams in 5A Jeffco and they have the opportunity to build off their success when they travel to Columbine Friday at 7 p.m. The Panthers are led by sophomore sensation Dominique Riley who averages 13 points and three steals per game. Riley is aided by senior Kristen Seltenreich (11.4 points per game) and a solid bench.
Roundup: Pomona grapplers keep top spot in 5A Standley Lake beats Columbine in hockey By Jonathan Maness
jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com WESTMINSTER - Pomona has solidified its spot as the top wrestling team in Class 5A. The Panthers took first at the Northern Colorado Christmas Tournament and are ranked No. 1 in 5A by On The Mat. They also have four wrestlers ranked No. 1 in their weight classes - Travis Torres (113), Josh Rosales (120), Raymond Robledo (132) and Archie Colgan (160). Also ranked for Pomona are Lucas Vagher (126), Austin Marvel (145), Ethan Wright (152) and Zach Gomez (170). Mountain Range’s Randy Boerner is ranked as the top wrestler at 152 pounds. Boerner took first at the Colfax Smackdown this past weekend. He also won the
Northern Colorado Christmas Tournament. Mustangs’ Jorge Rodriguez is ranked second at 285 pounds, while Joel Geere (170), Patrick Romero (160) and Craig Egging (138) are also ranked. Legacy’s Connor Casady is ranked second at 160 pounds, while Skyler McWee (220) is third, Donovan Cogil (113) is fifth and Ryan Deakin (106) is sixth. The Lightning took second at the Fort Collins Invite over the weekend. Team wise, Mountain Range is ranked eighth while Legacy is ninth. Holy Family is ranked seventh in Class 3A, with Joseph Prieto (132), Julian Prieto (126) and Daniel Jansen (220) all ranked third and Vincent Casados (120) is fourth. Horizon had four wrestlers ranked, David Chitwood (170) was fifth, Anthony Cortez (112) was seventh, Jackson Huffman (106) was ninth and Hunter Lucas was 18th. Northglenn’s Rocky Nava (106) is ranked fourth and Maurisio Garcia (113) is ninth.
Westminster has three players ranked, Alonzo Sotelo (106), John Fugita (132) and Matt Bryant (145) and Standley Lake has two - Austis Solis (113) and Nate Carlson (132). BACK ON TRACK: Standley Lake hockey team improved to 4-3 overall after scoring three goals in the third period to top Columbine 5-2 on Friday. Mitch McEwan scored two goals in the win and now leads the Gators with seven for the season. MUSTANGS SWIMMERS RANKED: Mountain Range swimming team is ranked 10th by Denver Post. Mustangs’ Shelly Drozda currently has the top individual mark in the 200-yard individual medley with a time of 2 minutes and 5.86 seconds. Drozda also is in the top 20 in the 50, 100 and 500 freestyle and also the 100 backstroke. Legacy’s Fiona Dretzka is 17th in the 50 freestyle.
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jmaness@ourcoloradonews.com THORNTON - The Horizon boys basketball team outscored Legacy 19-9 in the fourth quarter on Tuesday to open the Front Range League with a 64-58 win. Dillon Harshman led the Hawks with 15, while Dustin Rivas added 13. Steven Sumey, who was averaging 3.4 steals a game going into the contest, had five steals in the victory. Horizon (5-3 overall, 1-0 FRL) held a 33-28 lead at halftime, but was outscored 21-12 in the third. Legacy (4-4, 0-1 FRL) was led by Mitch McCall, who had a team-high 15 points and hit three treys. RANKED RIVALS: Metro League rivals Holy Family (5-1) and Jefferson Academy (4-2) are each ranked by the Denver Post. The Tigers are second in Class 3A, while the Jaguars are 10th. Jefferson Academy is led by its twin towers, senior Brody Hornaday and junior Bryson Sharpley. The 6-foot-4 Hornaday is averaging 19.2 points and 7.7 rebounds, while the 6-6 Sharpley is averaging 14 points and 11 rebounds. REBOUNDING TROJANS: Thornton (7-4) has dominated the glass to start the season. The Trojans are averaging 30.9 rebounds, which is seventh in 5A. In their 43-28 win against Denver North, Daniel Talavera had a gamebest nine boards. BLOCK PARTY: Mountain Range’s Jacob Taylor is making opponents think
Westminster’s Patrick Wilson battles Brighton’s Michael Goward for the ball during the Wolves East Metro Leagueopener, which was played at the Pepsi Center. Wilson had four points in the game. Photos by Jonathan Maness twice about attacking the paint. Through eight games, Taylor is averaging 3 blocks a game for the 4-4 Mustangs. He also had 12 points in Tuesday’s 61-38 loss to Fairview in the FRL opener. Skyview’s Olufisayo Awolaja is averaging 2.2 blocks a
Community Christian’s Charles Wittman looks for an open teammate during the fourth quarter of Tuesday’s victory over Arrupe Jesuit.
contest and 12.8 rebounds. BACK ON TRACK: Community Christian improved to 4-2 after beating Arrupe Jesuit 48-33 on Tuesday. BREAKOUT PARTY: Standley Lake’s junior Marcus Asmus, who averaged only 1.9 points last season, is proving to be a force. Asmus is averaging 21.8 points this season for the 2-7 Gators, who fell to Dakota Ridge 57-46 on Saturday. TOUGH START: The undersized Westminster Wolves haven’t had much luck to start the season. The Wolves are 1-10, with their most recent loss coming in their first East Metro League game against Brighton, which was played at the Pepsi Center. The Bulldogs held Westminster to only nine points in the first half to cruise to a 47-25 victory. Rocky Mountain Lutheran (0-6) and The Pinnacle (0-5) are each searching for its first win.
106lbs 1. Trenton Watson, Coronado 2. Anthony Garza, Greeley West 3. Tomas Gutierrez, Pomona 4. Rocky Nava, Northglenn 6. Ryan Deakin, Legacy 9. Jackson Huffman, Horizon 16. Alonzo Sotelo, Westminster 113lbs 1. Travis Torres, Pomona 2. Jess Hankin, Coronado 3. Kade Snider, Ponderosa 5. Donovan Cogil, Legacy 7. Anthony Cortez, Horizon 9. Maurisio Garcia, Northglenn 15. Austin Solis, Standley Lake 16. Timmy Romero, Mountain Range 120lbs 1. Josh Rosales, Pomona 2. Mitch Finesilver, Cherry Creek 3. Adrian Cordova, Coronado 9. Maurisio Garcia, Northglenn 13. Michael Herman, Horizon 126lbs 1. Payton Tawater, Arvada West 2. Lucas Vagher, Pomona 3. Devan Cruz, Coronado 14. Michael Garcia, Northglenn 132lbs 1. Raymond Robledo, Pomona 2. P.T. Garcia, Bear Creek 3. Zach Finesilver, Cherry Creek 18. Nate Carlson, Standley Lake 24. John Fugita, Westminster 138lbs
1. Geordan Martinez, Pine Creek 2. Taylor Bergquist, Arvada West 3. Shedrick Boyd, Greeley West 10. Craig Egging, Mountain Range 11. Brian Mooney, Legacy 18. Hunter Lucas, Horizon 145lb 1. Jacob Trujillo, Grand Junction 2. Austin Marvel, Pomona 3. Alec Wyatt, Prairie View 17. Matt Bryan, Westminster 152lbs 1. Randy Boerner, Mountain Range 2. Alex Smith, Pine Creek 3. Ethan Wright, Pomona 14. Matt Hebel, Legacy 160lbs 1. Archie Colgan, Pomona 2. Conner Casady, Legacy 3. Austin Lindsay, Fossil Ridge 9. Patrick Romero, Mountain Range 170lbs 1. Dylan Gabel, Ponderosa 2. Jacob Seely, Fruita Monument 3. Tony Silva-Bussey, Arvada West 5. David Chitwood, Horizon 6. Joel Geers, Mountain Range 13. Zach Gomez, Pomona 195lbs 1. Payton Tapia, Fossil Ridge 2. Joey Garcia, Lakewood 3. Tracy Hancock, Fountain Fort Carson 15. Luke Robinson, Legacy 220lbs 1. Brian Mayberry, Columbine 2. Amer Tipura, Overland 3. Skyler McWee, Legacy 285lbs 1. Austin Waterman, Greeley West 2. Jorge Rodriguez, Mountain Range 3. Tony Martinez, Rocky Mountain
SLUMPING WILDCATS: After picking up two wins at the Bennett tournament, The Academy (2-4) dropped three in a row going into Christmas Break. Zach Telles is leading the way for the Wildcats with 19.2 points. TIME FOR TURNAROUND?: Pomona needed a new year and a fresh start. The Panthers (1-10, 0-4) never really found their groove the first half of the season struggling to score the ball and execute late in games. But their leader senior Mitch Colin averages 11.4 points per game, but because of a roster full of underclassmen Pomona struggles to find a second scorer.
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Fewer mallards seen in this area Where are the mallards? If you hunt duck you are acutely aware of the diminished number along the Front Range. If you are an observer of ducks you have seen fewer “greenheads” flying your neighborhood or resting and feeding on small park lakes. It is not a matter of a dwindling population of this popular duck species. U.S. Fish & Wild Service, as well as Ducks Unlimited, the highly respected private waterfowl support organization, agree the overall population of the mallard is strong. Dry years and lack of water in Canada and northern nesting states, waterfowl diseases have periodically influenced the species, but overall, the mallard population is healthy. Counts show about 8.4 million mallards migrate annually
and current year numbers are 12 percent above long-term (50-year) average. However, in Colorado’s Central Flyway, which encompasses all lands east of the Continental Divide, fewer and fewer mallards are seen since the banner 1960s and ‘70s. As an example, I duck hunt in the Orchard area near South Platte River, sur-
rounded by three big reservoirs, Jackson, Empire and Riverside, all important as resting area for migrating ducks and other waterfowl. I have yet to take a mallard since the season opened in early October. The predominant ducks occupying the waters in Orchard area into January are teal, widgeon, gadwall and even some smaller species like the bufflehead and goldeneye. These species normally migrate early in the fall. Yet still here in January, very few mallards are seen or harvested. Hunters and wildlife biologist alike are questioning the absence of mallards. Colorado Parks and Wildlife staff is searching and conducting studies for answers. Some theories suggest the growing Front Range population and conversion
of cropland to urban development over the last 30 years has pushed the mallard migration easterly. Another speculation is that less corn, the mallard’s primary regional diet is being grown in eastern Colorado. Other grain prices have encouraged farmers to plant alternative grains producing the greatest economic gain. A third theory suggests hunting pressure has intensified along the South Platte River, at the reservoirs and in surrounding grain fields is responsible for forcing the Colorado mallard migration further east. Some speculate the significant growth in the Canada goose population in Colorado over this same 30 plus years has had an impact on shared resting waters as well as food sources.
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The Egg & I, 855 Thornton Parkway in Thornton.
GRIEF RECOVERY A 12-week Grief Share program meets at 6:30 p.m. each Monday at Arvada Covenant Church, 5555 Ward Road.
LET GO and Let God AFG Al-Anon meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 12021 Northaven Circle in Thornton. For more information, visit www.al-anon-co.org.
LA LECHE League of Broomfield meets
10 -11 a.m. the second Monday of the month at Brunner Farm House, 640 Main St.
LIFERING SECULAR Recovery meets at 6 p.m. Mondays at Washington Park United Church of Christ, 400 S. Williams St. This is a nonprofit, abstinence-based peer-support group for recovering alcoholics and addicts. For more information, call 303-830-0358 or go online to www. unhooked.com. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS meets at
7 p.m. Mondays at North Metro Church, 12505 Colorado Blvd. in Thornton.
WEST METRO Real Estate Investing Education Group meets from 7-9 p.m. on the third Monday of each month at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033. We meet in Classroom 1. We cover all the information you will need to successfully fix and flip or buy rentals with positive cash flow. We analyze deals as examples, talk about where to get funding, the best ways to find a bargain and sometimes do property tours. Investors of all levels of experience are welcome but no agents please. TUESDAYS DENVER NORTH Metro Rotary Club meets 7:10 -8:30 a.m. Tuesdays at
METRO NORTH Chamber Leads Tuesday group meets at 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Lone Star Steakhouse, 237 E. 120th Ave. in Thornton. For more information, call Alan at 720-233-5873. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Group
meets at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 3585 W. 76th Ave. in Westminster. For more information, go online to www. nacolorado.org.
NEW SWING Swing dancing comes to Thornton 8:30-11 p.m. Tuesdays at Taps and Toes Dance Studio, 12720 N. Colorado Blvd. Beginners are welcome; World Champion Lindy Hop dancers Mark Godwin and Shauna Marble, along with other dancers will provide instruction. Cost is $5. For more information, go online to www.markandshaunaswing. com/weekly_dances/. NORTHGLENN AFG Al-Anon meets at
9:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 11385 Grant Drive. For more information, go online to www.al-anon-co.org.
NORTHGLENN-THORNTON ROTARY Club meets at noon Tuesdays
at Red Lobster, 1350 W. 104th Ave. in Northglenn. For more information, email NorthglennThorntonRotary@hotmail. com.
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NORTHWEST AREA Newcomers and Social Club meets at 11:30 a.m. every fourth Tuesday of the month at Wishbone Restaurant ,9701 Federal Blvd. in Westminster. The club serves the women of North Jeffco and Northwest Denver Metro. All women are welcome to meet new friends and have new activities. There are new speakers and topics every month. For more information, call Delores Jacobson at 303-425-4205 or email ddeejacob@aol.com. NORTH METRO Newcomer and Social Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month for lunch and a program. We welcome all women who would like to meet new friends and find new activities. Call Peggy Frances at 303-215-9627 or Karen Dowling at 303-422-7369. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS meets from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Westminster United Methodist Church, 3585 W. 76th Ave. Contact Laura at 303-428-9293. TAE KWON do Learn self-defense, get a workout and increase self-confidence. Two classes available on Tuesdays and Thursdays through the city of Westminster recreation division: peewees (ages 5-8), from 6:30-7:30 p.m., and ages 9 and up, 6:30-8 p.m. Classes at the MAC, 3295 W. 72nd Ave. Call 303-426-4310. Visit www.hupstaekwondo.com and www.ttatkd.com. TALKING IDEAS Toastmasters Club meets noon-1 p.m. Tuesdays at 10155 Westmoor Drive, Suite 225, in Westminster. For more information, call Mary Taylor at 303-327-1616.
TOPS CO 538, a weight-loss support group, meets Tuesdays at St. Martha’s Episcopal Church, 76th and Bradburn. Weigh-in is from 6-6:45 p.m., followed by the meeting. For information, call 303-429-5923. WESTMINSTER OPTIMIST Club meets at 7 a.m. Tuesdays at the Egg & I, 799 Highway 287, Broomfield. For more information, call John Swanborg at 303466-5631 or email him at jswanborg@ comcast.net. WEDNESDAYS ARVADA BIZ Connection (http://www. meetup.com/Arvada-Business-Connection/) is an informal networking event that brings together local entrepreneurs. Meetings are Wednesdays from 5:307:30 p.m. 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. http://danpeakfoundation.webs. com/. For more info call Virlie Walker 720-323-0863. FLATIRONS VIEW Toastmasters meets at 6:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of every month at The Depot at Five Parks, 13810 W. 85th Ave. in Arvada. Polish your speaking and presentation skills in a fun, instructional, nurturing environment. For more information visit http://9407.toastmastersclubs.org/. MUSIC TEACHERS Association Suburban Northwest meets from 9:30 a.m. to noon the first Wednesday of the month at Community in Christ Church, 12229
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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. Upcoming meetings are Feb. 6, March 6, April 3, May 1.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN Submarine Veterans meets at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month at American Legion Wilmore-Richter Post 161, 6230 W. 60th Ave. in Arvada. Active duty, reserve, retired, veterans, interested public and their ladies are cordially invited. For more information, go online to www. rockymountainsubvets.com. TOASTMASTERS-WESTMINSTER COMMUNICATORS meets 12:15-
1:15 p.m. every Wednesday at DeVry University, 1870 W. 122nd Ave., Room 134. Toastmasters has helped thousands of people over the years and we can help you. Admission is free. Enter the southeast door to the first room, 134. Call Ray Hamilton at 303-284-4223.
WESTMINSTER ROTARY 7:10 Club meets 7:10-8:30 a.m. Wednesdays at The Ranch Country Club, 11667 Tejon St., Westminster. For more information, call Angela Habben at 720-947-8080. THURSDAYS ADAMS COUNTY Triad meets 1-2 p.m. the third Thursdays of the month at 3295 W. 72nd Ave. in Westminster. The Triad is formed of law enforcement officers, senior citizens, fire personnel and senior organizations. Triad volunteers develop and implement crime-prevention and education programs for older adults. Activities address crime from both a previctimization (preventive) standpoint and a post-victimization (victim/witness assistance) standpoint. All senior citizens or people who care about senior citizens of Adams County are welcome. Topic changes each month. For more information, contact Jenee Centeno at 303-854-7420. Fridays. FOOD PANTRY Agape Life Church distributes Jefferson County commodity foods from 10-11 a.m. Thursdays, at the church, 5970 W. 60th Ave. in Arvada. The church provides this service to all Jefferson County residents. If you have questions, call 303-431-6481. FRONT RANGE Toastmasters Club
meets from 7-9 p.m. every Thursday at the Thornton Civic Center, 9500 Civic Center Drive, Thornton. Develop your prepared and impromptu speaking skills. Guests are encouraged to drop in and participate at their comfort level. For information, contact www.d26toastmasters.org/frontrange/about_us.htm.
GRIEFSHARE SUPPORT Group meets at 9:30 a.m. Thursdays at Mountain View Lutheran Church, 1481 Russell Way. For more information, go online to www. mountainviewlutheran.com. LET’S FIND Serenity Al-Anon meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays at Park Center Office Building Room 104, 3489 W. 72nd Ave. For more information, go online to www.al-anon-co.org. METRO NORTH Chamber Leads Thursday group meets at 8 a.m. Thursdays at the Egg and I, 885 Thornton Parkway in
Thornton. For more information, call Jim Johnson at 303-522-3608.
ONE BUSINESS Connection meets from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays at Barker’s St., 2831 W. 120th Ave. in Westminster. For more information, call Michelle Mathiesen at 303-424-1207 or go online to www.wbncolorado.com. WOMEN’S BUSINESS Network meets 7:20-8:35 a.m. Thursdays at the Doubletree Hotel, 8773 Yates Drive in Westminster. For more information, call Michelle Mathiesen at 303-424-1207 or go online to www.wbncolorado.com. FRIDAYS CAFFEINATED CAREER Club meets 8:15-10 a.m. Fridays at La Dolce Vita, 5756 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. An inspirational weekly job-search networking group, facilitated by a job-search expert. Bring business cards and a 60-second introduction. Typical attendance is more than 20 people, and the restaurant prefers that you order breakfast. RSVP recommended. For more information call CAREER-Magic at 303-424-5451. For directions, call Don Carver at 303420-1637. NORTH SUBURBAN Sales Professionals meets 7:30-9 a.m. Fridays at Indian Tree Golf Course, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. This club is for entrepreneurs, small-business owners, independent distributors and professional salespersons for business education, sales training, motivation, fun, food, and fellowship. Ticket price includes parking, breakfast buffet, program and chances to win door prizes and lottery tickets. Newcomers are welcome. Call Laura Nokes Lang at 303-428-9293. SWING THRU’S Square Dance Club meets Fridays at the Victory Grange, 2025 Tower Road in Aurora. Singles, couples and youth are welcome. For more information, call 303-426-8986. SATURDAYS NORTH SUBURBAN Republican Forum meets 9:45-11:15 a.m. the second Saturday of the month at Anythink, Huron St. Community Room, 9417 Huron St. in Thornton. Admission is $3 and includes a continental breakfast. Meet like-minded people and discuss Colorado political issues. WHAT YOU Want to Be AFG Al-Anon meets at 9:30 a.m. Saturdays at Kaiser Permanente Hospital in the Richard P. Young Room, 11245 Huron St. For more information, go online to www. al-anon-co.org. SUNDAYS HOW AFG Works Book Study Al-Anon meets at 9 a.m. Sundays at Park Center Office Building, Room 104, 3489 W. 72nd Ave. For more information, go online to www.al-anon-co.org. MILE HIGH Harmonica Club meets 1:30 -3:30 p.m. the second and fourth Sundays of the month at Grant Avenue Community Center, 216 S. Grant St. in Denver. THORNTON VFW Post 7945 meets 8:30 -11 a.m. Sundays at 10217 Quivas St. in Thornton. Admission is $5 for breakfast. For more information, call 303-438-6700.