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North Jefferson County, Colorado • Volume 12, Issue 34
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inBloom debate blossoms Parents vocal in concern about pros and cons of system By Vic Vela
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Circus performers perform during the Westminster Promenade’s Summer Concert Series Bella Luna Cirque show on Aug. 14. Hundreds of people came out to the show to watch jungle animals come to life. The Westminster Promenade is at U.S. 36 and Church Ranch Road in Westminster. Photo by Ashley Reimers
Recreational options anchored at lake By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Editor’s Note: This is the second story of a three-part series highlighting the recreation opportunities at Standley Lake Regional Park in Westminster. The first story focused on the history of the park and the final story will focus on educational opportunities. Stocked regularly with walleye, wiper, trout and bass Standley Lake offers fishermen year-round fishing along the shoreline as well as boat fishing May through September. The lake is also the Colorado state record-holder for the largest walleye, 18 pounds, caught in 1997 by angler Scott Regan. Standley Lake Regional Park in Westminster at 100th Avenue and Simms Street, offers much more than just great fishing. The park offers hiking, biking, camping, power boating, kayaking, paddle boating and wildlife viewing. And for those who own power boats, the lake offers recreational opportunities, like water skiing and tubing, without the hassle of an overpopulated park. Because the lake is a water source, there are limitations to how much recreational use can be done in the water. Part of those limitations is a limit on how many power boats are allowed on the lake. Each year the park issues 550 power boat permits and each year those permits sell out. The reason for the permits is to maintain a high level of water quality in the lake, said Mike Happe, Utilities Planning and Engineering Manager for the city of Westminster. “The lake is the main source of water for Westminster and is a big water supply for both Northglenn and Thornton, so keeping the water quality very high is a priority,” he said. “Because of this, we also don’t allow swimming in the lake because having less human body contact in the water creates an even bigger barrier in terms of protecting the quality of the water.” Along with obtaining a permit, each boat must also sprayed down and quaran-
Camping at two campgrounds is offered May through September at Standley Lake Regional Park in Westminster. The campgrounds featured two permanent bathrooms with outdoor showers, volleyball courts and horse shoe pits. The main campground accommodates campers, trailers and tents, with several sites along the waterside. Camping is based on a first-come, first-serve basis with no reservations. Camping on holiday weekends is only offered to the season permit holders, not the general public. Photo by Ashley Reimers tined for 15 days before entering the water to comply with the park’s Aquatic Nuisance Species, ANS, program. The ANS program is an effort to keep zebra and quagga mussels from infesting the water. Mark Reddinger, lake operations manager, said when a boat is clear to enter the water the boat and the trailer is tagged. Boats who have entered another lake or reservoir must go through the spray process and quarantine again, he added. “When we first started this program we did get some backlash, but now people have accepted the program. Because of our permit program, we have less people and boats in the lake, which people really enjoy,” he said. “We have some people who store their boats here in the park all summer and come out every weekend. Many of those people we’ve seen for years and end up getting to know them pretty well.” Standley Lake is also a non-alcoholic and jet ski-free park, which Reddinger also
says is a benefit. “We know there is alcohol out there, but because it’s not allowed it makes people check themselves if they choose to drink alcohol,” he said. “And because we don’t have jet skis on the water, people feel the lake is a lot safer.” The lake isn’t just home to power boaters, but also people in non-motorized boats, kayaks, canoes and paddle boats. Just recently the park designated a section of the lake just to these types of vessels and senior ranger Holly Walters said she’s already seen a jump in the number people taking advantage of the opportunity. “The designated area of the lake for nonmotorized vessels is the north west corner and is a pretty big chunk of the lake,” Walters said. “It’s a really nice amenity for people to come out and not have to worry Lake continues on Page 23
Parents packed a feisty Jefferson County Public Schools Board of Education meeting Aug. 22 to hear the pros and cons of a student data gathering system that the district is expected to pilot sometime next year. Supporters hailed the system, called inBloom, as a long-timecoming classroom enhancement intended to help teachers better tailor instruction through a centralized student database. But inBloom detractors are concerned primarily about the privacy and security of children’s school Stevenson records and personal information, and how the new system might end up mining and utilizing that data. It was clear which side of the issue the majority of the audience was on, judging from their often boisterous reactions to comments that were made by a panel of education experts. “If this is a great idea, and there are really are no privacy concerns, give the parents the right to choose whether their children take part,” said Barmak Nassirian of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, through audience applause. Nassirian participated in the panel via video from Washington D.C. He was one of several panelists to give their opinions of inBloom, a $100 million system that is being funded primarily by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. inBloom will provide the “middleware” in a data dashboard system that will collect student information in a single database that supporters believe will better assist teachers in developing a specific curricula for individuals in the classroom. Colorado is one of only three states to pilot inBloom, with Jeffco being the lone district in the state expected to try it out, beginning in the 2014-2015 school year. The program will not cost Jeffco anything until 2015, if it chooses to continue using the system after the pilot project. After that, the cost to the 86,000 student district will be $3 to $5 per student. The system has been the subject of controversy across the U.S., as some states that initially had committed to pilot the system ended up backing out because of privacy and security concerns. inBloom is capable of storing demographic information, such as race, economic status and other metrics. However, the district is adamant that the dashboard will only include data fields that are relevant to academics.
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Panelists that included David Millard, a fifth-grade teacher at Jeffco’s Webber Elementary School, touted the dashboard’s
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Knowledge is power at safety fair W Health service providers, Jeffco crime fighters team up to educate public about crime prevention
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awoodward@ourcoloradonews.com Cary Johnson, director of crime prevention for Jefferson County’s District Attorney’s Office, was giving 120 crime prevention seminars a year until he came up with an idea to consolidate his workload and reach people in larger numbers with more information. “There’s got to be some bigger venues that we could create that might get more information out on a broader scale,” Johnson said. Thus, the Jefferson County Safety Fair was born. In its fifth year, the Jeffco Safety Fair started at 9 a.m. on Aug. 24, with document shredding, prescription round-up and electronics recycling which were some of the more popular services provided at the fair. Iron Mountain, a company which provides secure shredding, received 478 pounds of paper for shredding according to transportation Manager Steve Casey. “We estimate, by weight, to be up about 18-percent,” Casey said. The main point of the fair though is not to only provide recycling services, but also information on crime prevention, safety and wellness. “We’d rather people never became a victim in the first place,” said Johnson. “We think they have to have good information as one of the keys to avoid becoming a vic-
Dropped-off electronics for recycling begins to pile up at Jeffco’s Safety Fair on Aug. 24. Pick-up was provided by A-1 Electronic Recycling, which also refurbishes a lot of the electronics it receives, such as televisions. Photo by Amy Woodward tim.” “This fair’s amazing,” Alandra Mothorpe said, sales representative for United Healthcare Medicare solutions. “There’s just a wealth of information.” This year, Mothorpe answered questions regarding Medicare, and gave information regarding services provided with United. “I think the entire fair itself is beneficial to go to,” she said. Mothorpe was one out of 70 vendors
who set up at the fair to donate four hours of their time. New this year was CPR for pets and registration for a new program called CodeRED, an emergency notifications system that allows Colorado residents to receive phone calls related to emergency disasters. Attendees could even register to vote, or be added to Colorado’s no-call list for solicitors. While adults gathered in the Exhibit Hall
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WESTMINSTER NEWS IN A HURRY Westminster represents well at Police and Fire Olympics
The 2013 Colorado Police and Fire Olympics were held in Breckenridge last month. Westminster Police and Fire Departments participated in three events: Toughest competitor alive, home run derby and softball. Toughest Competitor Alive — Drew Smith, police, completed eight events back-to-back to include: 5k run, shot put, 100-meter dash, 100-meter swing, 20-foot rope climb, max bench press, max strict pull-ups and obstacle course. Smith competed in the 199 pound and under, ages 30-39 class, and completed the course in first place winning the gold medal. Home Run Derby — Mike Wazny, police,
squared off against 10 competitors and ended up tied with a Colorado Springs firefighter for first place. A playoff round was completed and Wazny won the gold medal. Some of Wazny’s home runs towered over 400 feet long and cleared a 50 foot protective net that was 310 feet from home plate. Softball — The police and fire department team, including Chad Sigg, Jim Wollack, Mike Wazny, Ronnie Taylor and Todd Reeves, went undefeated scoring a combined 89 runs and only allowing the opponents to score a total 24 runs.
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to receive a wealth of information, children’s activities were held outside including Evergreen Fire Department’s exhibit on how to use a fire extinguisher. Bike safety directed by police officers offered kids a chance to receive a bike helmet courtesy of Lutheran Hospital. “There’s just more stuff there than you could believe,” Johnson said. “We’re just very grateful for people who have come along and assisted us.”
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Volunteers are needed in Westminster to remove snow from the public walkways for seniors and citizens with disabilities during the upcoming snow season. Removal must be completed 24 hours after a snowfall. If individuals or groups such as Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, church organizations or service groups, are interested in helping, contact the Westminster volunteer coordinator at 303-658-2159 for an application. Youth groups under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
In the Aug. 22 editions of the Westminster Window and the Westsider it was stated that a proposed mill levy override would cost Adams County School District 50 taxpayers $7.96 per month on a home valued at $100,000 for a total of less than $96 per year if passed in November. The correct amount is $6.63 per month totaling $86 per year. The newpaper regrets the errors. To report corrections and clarifications, call 303-566-4127.
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Weekend offers Taste, football, mountains Much to do around metro area as summer ends By Sonya Ellingboe
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With a long weekend ahead, lucky metro area residents have multiple entertainment options (assuming weather gods cooperate) that include food, art, football, mountains and Taste of Colorado/Festival of Mountain and Plain. We’ll focus on that festival, which started many years ago as a way to entice folks to come to downtown Denver, and was restarted more recently for the same reason. It’s now known as Taste of Colorado. Admission for four days of activities, food and music is free. Tickets for food and carnival rides are sold. The fest boasts five music stages, 50 restaurants and food trucks, a marketplace with about 280 vendors, a kids’ area, Culinary Showcase, a Festival of Mountain and Plain area that teaches about state history, nature and environment, and traditional -arts and crafts. Included: Navajo weaving, spinning, rug nbraiding, lace crocheting, felting, quilting yand blacksmithing.
The Highlands Ranch-based band Tunisia will perform on the Rock Stage at 2013 Taste of Colorado. Courtesy photo The Raptor Foundation will also bring live birds to the area and teach about conservation. The five stages are: Main, Rock and Roll, Country, Colorado Heritage Stage and Kidz Stage. The KidZone and Kidz Stage will have kid-friendly food vendors nearby, plus an
ongoing program of clowns, magicians, musicians and more, including a baby station with rockers, changing tables and diapers. To welcome the festival’s start, fireworks will blast off at about 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30,, after the Dennis DeYoung: Music of Styx performance on the Main Stage.
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areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Jonathan Fahoury ended his summer on an ultimate high. The 13-year-old earned two national dance titles, a goal he worked toward for an entire year to accomplish. Fahoury dances at Artistic Fusion Dance Academy in Westminster. In early July he traveled to New York City to compete at the New York City Dance Alliance competition. Before the competition he spent time taking classes from some of the top choreographers in the country, learning new skills and techniques. But the real fun came during the Junior Gala when Fahoury was named the National Junior Outstanding Dancer for 2013. “Last year I got first runner up in New York, so it was a goal for me the whole year to come in first place,” he said. “So when I won it was a big shock. I was so shaky on stage, and it didn’t really hit me until a couple of weeks later.” Fahoury then travelled to Las Vegas a week later to attend the 24 Seven Dance Convention. But this trip was a little different. During some classes before the competition, Fahoury started to feel a bit under the weather. Although he says his “body felt out of it,” he continued to work as hard as possible in class and later in the competition as he performed his solo. As his illness got worse, Fahoury’s mom ended rushing him to Children’s Hospital for an emergency appendectomy. Later in the hospital, Fahoury found out he had won
the title of Non-Stop Dancer. “I was really proud of myself for winning because I had been doing my best and was having fun, but I just didn’t feel like myself,” he said. Fahoury started dancing at age 8 and according to his teachers, Jennifer and Julie Jarnot both recognized his talent immediately. Julie said she hasn’t seen many kids with the same passion for dance that Fahoury’s possesses. “Every time Jonathan’s dancing, whether it’s across the floor or doing a combination, he does it 100 percent,” Julie said. It’s almost like there is something inside him and he can’t contain it. He has our hearts.” It’s the feeling he gets inside that keeps Fahoury committed to dance, spending at least 20 hours in the studio perfecting his art. He said at the end of the day, it’s that one feeling that reminds him of why that love and passion for dance only gets stronger. “Not only do I want to be a professional dancer someday, I want to be a good example for other dancers,” he said. “I want to continue to get better and never be happy where I’m at.”
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Jonathan Fahoury, a dancer with Artistic Fusion Dance Academy in Westminster, won two national dance titles this summer, National Junior Outstanding and Non-Stop Dancer. Courtesy photo
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Joseph Davidek, 55, has announced his candidacy for the Adams County School District 50 school board. Davidek is married to Lora Davidek and has two sons who grew up in the district. Davidek also grew up in District 50 and has lived most of his life in the district. He currently works as a trademark paralegal and a professional musician and is currently active in the Westminster Parents Athletic and Activities Counsel. Davidek is the public announcer for all Westminster High School sporting events. Ryan McCoy has announced his candidacy for the Adams County School District 50 school board. McCoy has lived in the district for over 30 years and graduated from Westminster High School in 2000. The district has educated three generation in his family. He currently has one child in the district and is employed at Employed at Front Range Community College as the Assistant Director of the Foundation and Communication Faculty.
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Market celebrates 60 years of businessB By Ashley Reimers
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areimers@ourcoloradonews.com For 60 years, Valente’s Deli Bakery and Italian Market has been a staple in the Westminster community. Known for its homemade Italian sausage and canolis, Valente’s isn’t a place where customers are rushing in and out — it’s a place where people are greeted by a friendly staff, including father and son owners Larry and Dino Valente who consider service to their customers as their top priority. “The number one thing is the friendliness to the customers and the relationships we have with the customers,” Larry said. “The guys and girls who work here know many customers by their names and people love that, and they come back.” Before it was Valente’s Deli Bakery and Italian Market, it was the Rodeo Supermarket, opened by Fred and Irene Valente, Larry’s parents, in 1953 as the first supermarket in Westminster. At age 12, Larry began working in the supermarket, and years later took over ownership, working alongside with his sisters and children. In 1990, due to the economy, Larry, his wife Elaine and children Dino and Gina, chose to close the Rodeo Supermarket for a short time, although business never fully ended. Fortunately, just a couple of months later the family opened Valente’s Deli Bakery and Italian Market, offering authentic and imported Italian pastas, sauces, olive oils and foodstuffs, as well as homemade Italian foods like sausage, lasagna and spaghetti sauce. Now, 60 years later the same goal of providing quality food and service still stands. “You are only as good as the last impression you make on a person, and it’s really a two-way-street,” Dino said. “You have to offer a good quality products and competitive prices, and people have to feel like they are getting value for their purchase. You give people good service, and they continue to come back, and they tell their friends and neighbors about it. That’s how you last 60 years.”
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From left, Larry and Dino Valente, owners of Valente’s Deli Bakery and Italian Market in Westminster, are celebrating 60 years of business Sept. 5-14, with sales for customers and the opportunity to purchase commemorative pint glasses. Photo by Ashley Reimers To thank their loyal customers for 60 years of business, Larry and Dino are offering a variety of sales and drawings for gift giveaways Sept. 5-14, as well as commemorative pint glasses filled with candy for $10 each. The glasses will feature the logos of both Valente’s and the Rodeo Supermarket.
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All of the proceeds from the glasses are going to the Mother Cabrini Shrine in Golden, in memory of Fred and Irene Valente, Larry’s parents and founders of the Rodeo Supermarket. “I want to remember my folks, they were good to me, so I chose the Mother Cabrini
Shrine for the proceeds,” Larry said. “It’s really neat. I already have people asking about the glasses.” Valente’s, at 7250 Meade St, in Westminster, is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturdays. For more information, visit www.valentesdeli.com.
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August 30, 2013
Board denies effort to change decision
‘The Bluest Eye’ retained for class
By Ashley Reimers
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During this first meeting of the new school year, the Adams 12 Five Star school board voted in favor of superintendent Chris Gdowski’s summer decision to keep a controversial book in the school district as an AP English teaching tool. The board agreed that Gdowski’s decision to allow “The Bluest Eye” to be taught in one section of AP English at Legacy High School was reasonable based on the evidence and
was not arbitrary or capricious. “This is not a book review. We are here to determine whether the superintendent’s decision was justified,” said board member Frederick Schaefer. “Our role is to figure out whether or not the process was followed and as far as I can tell, the process was followed. The issue concerning the “The Bluest Eye” was raised by a group of parents this summer who asked the district to take it out of the curriculum because they argue the books is “developmentally inappropriate” for teenagers. Along with limited use of the book in the classroom at Legacy, the two other sections of AP English will not use the book in the curriculum. Gdowski
ally, but continued to support Gdowski’s decision. Board president Mark Clark said the book would be a great tool in college, but believes for students in Adams 12, they need to be taught “more morality, caring and building people up.” Board member Rico Figueroa said the board needs to take a look at the current policies surrounding how books are chosen for the curriculum. “I believe the superintendent made a reasonable decision taking into account what the students were getting and what they were not getting and made a decision based on the current policies,” he said. “But I think our policies are inadequate, and we need to take a serious look at them.”
also requires teachers who teach “The Bluest Eye” have signed permission slips from parents allowing their student to read the book. “My firm belief is that public education needs to be a welcoming and inclusive environment for all people from all different backgrounds and perspectives,” Gdowski said. “It is our job to be inclusive and that is really what drove the decision in this case.” The crowd at the meeting was split pretty 50-50 among parents and educators for the book and parents and educators against the use of the book in the district. As for the school board, each member expressed their distaste for the book person-
Jeffco 5 begins push for ballot measure County commission comments on change By Amy Woodward
awoodward@ourcoloradonews.com As Jeffco municipalities prepare for this year’s elections, there will be some early discussions on potential ballot initiatives involving county affairs for 2014. A grassroots organization known as the Jeffco 5, founded by Golden resident and former Councilwoman Karen Oxman, has been proposing an increase of county commissioners from three to five and a possible redistricting of the county. She said her initiative was first presented to Jeffco commissioners more than a year ago. The proposal was most recently discussed at the county commissioner level during the Aug. 27 commissioners’ staff meeting. The initiative presents two possible options for voters — county districts would increase from three to five districts, and residents within each district would vote for a county commissioner from that district; or to keep the county in three districts, but residents would elect one county commissioner from each district, and elect two at large commissioners for the whole county. According to state statue, when a population of a county is more than 70,000, a county may increase the number of county commissioners from three to five — no more, no less. The United State Census Bureau’s 2012 estimate reported 545,358 people living in Jeffco. Differences in opinion involving adequate representation and transparency have been points of debate between some of the county commissioners, and members of Jeffco 5; with county commissioners making the argument they are representatives of all of Jeffco, and handle requests accordingly, with Jeffco 5 members arguing that county commissioners are stretched thin when handling matters for a large population. “What’s broke?” said Dan Rosier, county commissioner for district three, whose opposition has not changed since he first talked to Jeffco 5’s founder, Karen Oxman. “I’ve asked on multiple occasions what’s broke … and I don’t get a response back of what is broke,” Rosier said. “I get a response back from individuals of it will increase representation for the county, well, is that a problem right now, is that an issue?” For Oxman, and other Jeffco 5 members and supporters, representation is precisely the issue. “I think it’s very difficult to represent an entire county of over 500,000 people,” Oxman said. “I don’t think that you can have connectivity with the entire county the way you would if you had a district that you were representative of, and were able to communicate with a smaller group of people more regularly,” she said. So far, county commissioners have been requesting county administrator Ralph Schell to find information for clarification
on certain in-depth topics, and to perform research on the effectiveness, procedural and cost for adding two more commissioners based on other counties who have increased the number of commissioners such as Adams, Weld, El Paso and Arapahoe counties. Currently, Jeffco’s three commissioners are unable to discuss issues outside of public meetings. By adding two commissioners, discussing matters outside of public meetings between two random commissioners would be allowed. This change in policy creates an issue with transparency, argues commissioner Griffin from district one. “Isn’t it really a better idea to have more input that all of us will be discussing and hearing at the same time?” said Griffin, who added that outside discussions could create conflicts of interest and favor-for-favors politicking. She also noted that by electing three commissioners and two at-large for the county that the two at-large commissioners could all still come from just one or all of the three districts. Commissioner Rosier shares Griffin’s view having said that changes in discussion would create more “behind the doors lobbying.” “I really have a problem with that,” Rosier said. “My fear is, and I’ve seen it happen with other counties that have five, decisions are made before you even walk into the hearing room,” he said. “It’s not transparent to the voting public.” In the end, it is not representation that is an issue said Rosier, but a lack of awareness of who the county commissioners are and what they do. “To understand what we do as county commissioners is a great point,” Rosier said. “Very few people contact me.” Oxman finds it hard to disagree with Rosier on that. “I agree with Don there is not enough awareness of what the county commissioners do and how they connect to residents,” said Oxman who would like county commissioners to remedy the problem. “I’d like to see something moving forward on that.” Although county elections for 2014 seems far off in the distance, Jeffco 5’s efforts to place the measure on next year’s ballot begins now, with Jeffco 5 setting their deadline for December for county commissioners to either willingly place the measure on the ballot or have Jeffco 5 petition for 25,000 signatures. “I think five commissioners would be more transparent, Oxman said. “There would be more communication about an issue, not lobbying about an issue,” Oxman added. “Jeffco 5 is not criticizing individual commissioners, what Jeffco 5 is saying is that we have a population of over 500,000, we could have a board of five, and we feel that we should have a board of five and we feel that the commissioners should not make this choice … this should be a vote of the people.” For more information on Jeffco 5 go to www.jeffco5.org, and for more info on the board of county commissioners, go to www.jeffco.us/bcc/about/
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In clockwise order, James Pullen, with KGNU public radio; Jenni Murphy, North Metro Fire Rescue Board member; NMFR Capt. Rob Morris, state Sen. John Morse and District 34 Rep. Steve Lebsock perform a simulated rescue mission during a workshop at NMFR’s training facility Aug. 20. Courtesy photo by Heather Brown
Up in smoke: The life of a firefighter North Metro Fire workshop puts elected officials in fire and rescue drills By Tammy Kranz
tkranz@ourcoloradonews.com Running into a smoke-filled basement while wearing bunker gear and breathing apparatus. Going to a second-floor building to give aid to a heart-attack victim and carry him downstairs to the ambulance. These are just two of four simulations nearly 20 elected and appointed officials took part in Aug. 20 at the North Metro Fire Rescue District Training Center in Erie. “It really does give people in our community a glimpse of the life of a firefighter,” said NMFR Chief Joseph Bruce. Bruce said the workshop, FIRE OPS 101, was designed to help community members understand the demands — physical, mental and emotional intensity — and the diversity of firefighters in today’s world. He said the participants learned how hard each individual acts are — such as extracting a victim out of a damaged car, the weight of the tools and how to properly use them, and the other dynamics that play into rescue operations — such as the dangers of deployed air bags at an accident scene.
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“Every act they did was just the tip of the iceberg,” Bruce said. “I think that stuck with each one of them.” Jenni Murphy, NMFR board member and Northglenn resident, said she participated in the workshop to learn the necessity for continuous training, physical training, increased personnel and equipment for safety of the firefighters as they help those in need. “I feel that I will be able to contribute more to the district after experiencing this ‘hands-on’ training,” she said. Other local officials who participated in the workshop were District 34 Rep. Steve Lebsock, District 7 Rep. Angela Williams and Northglenn Ward II Councilwoman Leslie Carrico. NMFR serves the communities of Northglenn and Broomfield and unincorporated areas of Adams, Boulder and Jefferson counties. NMFR hosted the workshop in conjunction with the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 2203 and the Colorado Professional Fire Fighters. This particular workshop more than likely won’t be held again because it was designed by the IAFF, and representatives with that organization were in Denver for a conference, Bruce said. He added NMFR may design its own workshop and open it up to a wider audience to build up community relations.
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‘Dream’ speech still a call for promise Many people have heard or read the entire Martin Luther King “I Have a Dream” speech — more than once. Many of our readers can recite a favorite phrase or two. We recognize the power of the words. The famous speech — among the most important of the 20th century — came to the forefront of the American consciousness once again with its 50th anniversary Aug. 28, rather than on Martin Luther King Day, which is celebrated each year in the cold of January. With this, we are reminded the speech reverberated in the heat of summer when about 250,000 people gathered in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., as part of a peaceful march on Washington for jobs and freedom. Due to press deadlines we don’t know
our view how President Barack Obama may have marked the occasion in a speech scheduled this week on the very steps of the Lincoln Memorial where King stood. We know that while we trust certain themes resonate with both men, different insights are expected: One saw the world as an civil-rights activist and pastor, while the other is viewing the world as an elected official of such high stature as president. But we expect the world will have heard an appropriate tribute and comment related
to King’s words from the president. We agree with the view that the country has come a long way in racial equality but has much further to go. To King’s dream, many people are still not judged on the content of their character instead of the color of their skin. King referred to the inalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness and said, “It is obvious today that America has defaulted on this promissory note insofar as her citizens of color are concerned. Instead of honoring this sacred obligation, America has given the negro people a bad check, a check which has come back marked ‘insufficient funds.’” Fifty years ago the crowd reacted loudly to these words, and to many, the words hold true today. After all, with current data
in hand, unemployment in the black community still commonly hovers at twice the level of the white community. But we do recognize that the inspiration of this speech has helped to improve laws and behavior, helping the country put its best foot forward as a nation that recognizes the strength and fairness called for in embracing its diversity. As King said, “we cannot walk alone.” King’s speech and Martin Luther King Day hold special places in our country, inspiring people to work toward the American promise. We are part of the cause and walk forward recalling the words from the dream speech, “Let freedom ring from the snowcapped Rockies of Colorado.” Let there be justice and let it begin with us.
Another school year, Is it important to have art? another set of issues question of the week
This week in our question of the week we asked: Why is it important for a city to have artistic opportunities?
It’s a wonderful opportunity to create a great space, and enhance the values of the community. - Dave Ruchman
Art connects people with emotions, and it makes them feel. - Bill Marino
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Last week I wrote about adventures, and so, this week, I thought I’d explore a few of the new adventures we’re all in for as a new school year starts up. For a refreshing change of pace, nobody is talking about program cuts and budget shortfalls and layoffs. Thank you, Jeffco voters! On the other hand, we did make the nightly news last week for our school fees. In my house, the “sticker shock moment” was to the tune of $900, but by the time we’d gone through and eliminated all the unnecessary fees, that number was a lot less, our stress level amped down, and we stopped muttering the phrase “free public education my ... “ My daughter’s middle school is piloting a program to have kids bring their own tablets to school to work on. As Principal Tara Pena explained, “we want our students to be prepared for the 21st century, and you can’t do that using a 19th century model classroom.” This is a wonderful initiative, and I’m looking forward to seeing what this school comes up with to challenge students. My only question is this: how many fourth-graders will the schools have to hire to conduct inservices for teachers to teach them all the ins and outs of the iPads and Kindles? You’re also probably going to hear a lot about Common Core State Standards this fall. This is an initiative to align every state’s testing regimes and curriculum outcomes to a rigorous national set of expectations, and which some 37 states have already chosen to adopt. The Denver Post has already come out in favor of this, and there is a lot of support for this in education circles. Likewise, there is a lot of trepidation (and some outright hostility) about this from some quarters, especially regarding the content of the reading lists and the abdication of local control. Personally, I’m taking a “wait and see” approach. Bill Bennett, the Secretary of Education under Ronald Reagan, said in a
recent interview that “it’s all in the implementation,” and Jay Mathews, the education reporter for the Washington Post, said, “I respect and admire the people who put Common Core together ... I just don’t think it’s going to work.” So, if you’re really energized about Common Core, my advice is to get involved: talk to your school board members, become a school board member (there’s an opening!), and find ways to make sure the people responsible for the implementation of this hear your concerns and address them. And lastly, in the next few weeks, you’re going to start to buried under advertising for and against a billion dollar a year tax hike “for the schools.” May want to put your helmets on — this particular campaign could get pretty ugly. So, in the end, when you look at all this, it seems to me the real adventure isn’t just the things that are going on; it’s that all of this is going on at the same time! The good thing is that, in individual classrooms and schools all across the county, the teachers are done with meetings and trainings and are happily getting back to doing what they do best: Working with kids. For the rest of you? Well, strap in, folks: This could be a bumpy ride. Michael Alcorn is a music teacher and fitness instructor who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. He graduated from Alameda High School and the University of Colorado-Boulder.
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Try adding the power of ‘un’ to your life
When an elementary school friend and I decided to go trekking in Nepal at the end of this year, she mentioned that this is one item on her bucket list. You’re probably familiar with the concept of a bucket list, where we collect those dreams or adventures or accomplishments we hope to achieve while we still have time. I’ve never fully embraced the notion of a bucket list, though, for a variety of reasons. One is that I’m not very good at planning ahead. Another is that I’m pretty open to what else might be out there ... how could I list places and people and activities that I don’t even know about yet? - Then, last week, I learned of a writer, Rachel Weight, who developed her antibucket list, a collection of things she just won’t do or will ever have to do. She begins each item on her list with “I will never…” as in “I will never skydive” and “I will never pay money to see a scary movie.” (I agree
with her about the scary movies, but after skydiving in recent years to celebrate a milestone birthday, I will definitely do it again. In fact, if I did have a bucket list, skydiving would have been at the top.) So I like where Rachel Weight is going with her anti-bucket list. She says that although she’s all for adventure, she also feels freedom in declaring the things she doesn’t want to do. That got me thinking about what would be on my own list ... and
what I would call it. I decided that mine is an un-bucket list. “un” as in un-full, empty. I’m going to work on emptying a bucketful of contents that I don’t need anymore. Therefore: I will un-stuff. About a year ago, I embarked on a divesting campaign, reducing the amount of things I own by selling some, giving some away, and just plain tossing some out. I’ve lightened my physical load considerably, and there’s more yet to go. I will un-remember. I once told a very good friend that I can forgive, but not forget. She said that meant I really didn’t forgive, but I don’t agree. Some experiences should be remembered so that we don’t get ourselves into similar situations again. But I also have a memory full of small slights and misunderstandings that I can let go of. So I will.
I will un-judge. This one is not as hard as it sounds. When I feel myself heading in that direction, I remember that everyone is fighting some kind of battle. This makes it easier to relax about people who cut me off in traffic or go through the express checkout lane with more than 15 items. I will un-regret. Seriously, if I could empty my bucket of regrets? Well, let’s just say that would leave room for a lot more things that I would be un-worried, unguilty, and un-embarrassed about. I’m pretty sure I won’t ever create a true bucket list — for the reasons I mentioned above, and a couple of others — but I’ve become a true believer in the power of “un.” Andrea Doray is a writer who likes to un-derstand, un-ravel, and un-cover the possibilities. Contact her at a.doray@andreadoray.com.
Parties should back off in nonpartisan races So let’s let reason out
I’m so disgusted by the antics of some of our politicians who are running for mayor of Westminster. Those Democrats and Republicans are both to blame for the mess it has become.
It’s happening now
Both political party politics insists that they are only doing it because the opposition party folks are already holding forums, coffees, etc. limited to a special “invitation only.” In other words they are using the partisan label to make sure only party candidates of their persuasion are in attendance at these secret events. The other day I received a call from a candidate who asked me to verify that a Republican forum was going to be held at the Pillar of Fire for Republicans only. It was to be moderated by former Republican official Robert Ramirez. Sure enough I called a Republican informant and he verified that he was invited. He said the Democrats are doing it too. So then I called a Democrat who denied
what the Republican person said about both sides holding such events. The Democrat candidate was adamant that if such forums were occurring right under her nose she’d really be ticked off. The Westminster Charter makes reference to a non-partisan adherence, but it’s pretty fuzzy and can be interpreted several ways. However, over the years city council elections have always been non-partisan. When I ran for city council (1965-1981) we never gave a thought to what political party the candidates were affiliated with. And that’s the way it should be but until our candidates say STOP it will get worse.
Doing the most difficult things first The other day I found myself facing a situation where I had to have a difficult conversation with someone very close and special to me. And the more I thought about it and waited, the more difficult the conversation was becoming in my head and I almost talked myself out of raising the issue and having the discussion. Then I remembered something that Zig Ziglar used to say, “If you ever have to kiss a frog you will want to kiss it right away, because the longer you wait, the bigger and uglier that frog is going to become.” And then the thought will become so gross that we will eventually just avoid it completely. Have you ever been in a situation where there was a difficult task, or something that you just did not want to do? Maybe it was going to be a terrible or fierce conversation you had to have and the simple thought of it was giving you heartburn and a headache. The fact is that the more we delay or avoid the task or discussion, the more our minds take over, and our imagination creates scenarios that are far worse and more horrific than what the reality will actually be. Additionally, as we go about our day, or our week, or maybe even our weekend, the more that we carry the burden of having to do what we ultimately have to do, the less productive we are in all other areas of life. Not only are we less productive, we become distracted, and other things that we enjoy doing and people we appreciate being around are forced to suffer along with us as we are just not ourselves during this time. On the positive side, when we finally get the action item we have been dreading off our plate, deal with it and get it past us, we are liberated and have freed ourselves up
to get back to doing the things that bring us happiness and allow us to focus on our goals and other tasks at hand. Now don’t mistake this as a suggestion for rushing into action and calling someone out, initiating a tough talk, or tackling a less than desirable activity. The recommended approach is to make sure that we have taken the time to consider the “why” behind the difficult task, thinking through and considering carefully what we have to say or do. Maybe at least practicing the 24-hour rule to give ourselves time to think it through is the minimal approach. But at the end of the day, when we have thought it through and know with absolute certainty that we must take care of the issue or challenge, we should make it the very next thing that we do. Is there something looming over your head or heart that you know that you need to do but have put it off out of dreading the event or outcome? I would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@gmail.com, and when we tackle those ugly frogs first, the rest of our day will be better than good. Michael Norton, a resident of Highlands Ranch, is the former president of the Zig Ziglar organization and CEO and founder of www.candogo.com
Okay, maybe the politicians want secrecy but we want transparency and to that end I’m going to publish the basic information on the four mayoral candidates so you will know at least that much about the candidates for now: Herb Atchison, 303-915-5625, herb.atchison@netzero.com; Bob Briggs, 303-429-2156, bob.briggs@ comcast.net; Mary Lindsey, 303-429-7666, mlindsey@cityofwestminster.us; Scott Major, 720-323-7787, smajor@cityofwestminster.us
Issues abound
It seems to me the candidates are so busy trashing each other that discussion of some important issues are going by the wayside. Folks, the city has huge development issues at the Westminster Mall. The city has $40 million invested in that property. We need some further explanation about that
huge investment and how it affects our tax base. And Westminster seems a little behind other area cities when it comes to development of older Westminster. Maybe the commuter rail station at 71st and Irving Street will trigger some coveted development so sorely needed.
Finally
Finally we need sound, reasoned people on that council right now. Westminster has a lot at stake and sound thinkers are few and far between. 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.
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By showing affection, am I being smothering? Dear Neil: I am 40 years old and in a relationship with a man that makes me feel inadequate. He complains about what I cook, talks through shows that I like and never seems to be happy. He is 41, has four kids by three different women, he lives with me, his car is in the shop, he doesn’t have any savings and he complains a lot. I told him that he could use my car to visit his kids (14 and 16), but he acts like he is trying to keep me a secret from his ex. He says I show him too much attention and affection, and that I’m smothering him. Can you help? Feeling Rejected in the Navy Dear Neil: I am a 33-year-old male and have been seeing this woman for 6 months. I am a romantic at heart. I buy her flowers and small gifts--tokens to show I’m thinking of her. I open doors for her, leave notes on her car and compliment her appearance. But she does not return the same enthusiasm. When I mention things that bother me, she gets very defensive and shuts down. She admits having a hard time accepting someone being close to her. It frightens her, and she tends to pull away physically and emotionally. 90 percent of
the time we get along famously. We share a lot of the same interests and make each other laugh. But she won’t talk about anything regarding us or our future together. Will she eventually open up to me and become closer, or will she always be emotionally detached and unavailable? Don’t Know Where I Stand Dear Rejected and Don’t Know: There is a name for what both of you are describing: it is called “unrequited love,” which is another way of saying that the warmth, attention and affection you are giving is not equal to what you are receiving. This feels awful, and especially if it goes on for any length of time. You are being “smothering” only if someone doesn’t want to receive closeness,
connection and affection from you. Otherwise you are doing exactly what most of us do in a relationship, which is to attempt to further the warmth and closeness between the two of you. To state the obvious, you want someone who wants you, and you don’t want someone who doesn’t want you, no matter how many things seem special about the other person. And it sure doesn’t sound like either of these people want you. For the woman who wrote the first letter, if a 41-year-old man complains a lot, has no money, is trying to hide that he’s with you, is unhappy with himself, his life and with you — and tells you he is feeling smothered by you — he is clearly saying he is isn’t interested in a closer, more affectionate or more committed relationship with you at this time. So back away. For the man who wrote the second letter, the woman you describe sure appears to have issues with allowing herself to be emotionally involved, and she is keeping you at arms length intentionally. What both of you are doing obviously isn’t working, so try doing something different. I’m going to offer you two choices: First, you could ask the question: “What
would you need in order to take down your wall, let me in and permit yourself to be closer to me?” If that question is taken to heart, it could lead to a very healthy conversation about where your relationship is and where it’s going. But if that question goes nowhere, you could try saying something more radical: “You are not offering me what I need from this relationship. I need affection, connection, someone who will communicate with me, not be a grouch, not blow me off and who will offer romantic effort, initiative and hope. Would you prefer to end our relationship, because I’m not happy this way?” If you are bold enough to do this, you’ll know very quickly where you stand — and what the other person’s feelings and intentions are toward you. Neil Rosenthal is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Westminster and Boulder, Colorado. His column is in it’s 21st year of publication, and is syndicated around the world. You can reach him at (303)7588777, or email him through his website: www.heartrelationships.com. He is not able to respond individually to queries.
Arvada Police looking for possible fraud victims Chisholm suspected of conning residents through contract work Staff Report Arvada police are seeking individuals who may have been victims of fraud. Matthew Chisholm, 30, of Florida was arrested in Rock Spring, Wyo. for an active warrant out of the Arapahoe County Sher-
iff’s Office for motor vehicle theft. According to Arvada Police, Chisholm also stole a 2000 Suzuki motorcycle from Arvada; he took the motorcycle for a test drive and did not return on Aug. Chisholm 9. On Aug. 14, a U-Haul truck originally rented by Chisholm was found at an apartment complex in Arvada.
The company reported the truck as stolen after it was not returned by the contracted date. Inside the U-Haul were pawn and rental slips and a chainsaw. Chisholm rented equipment from a local business to pose as a handyman and tree trimmer and then pawned the equipment, constituting theft of the equipment, according to police. Chisholm is also being investigated for fraud for contracting with customers to perform tree trimming or household re-
pairs, taking the money and disappearing, never performing the agreed upon services. One elderly Colorado couple is already known as a victim of Chisholm; they gave him $2,500 to work on their residence and the work was never done. Arvada Police are now looking for other potential fraud victims. Chisholm is described as 5-feet-7-inches with brown hair and green eyes. Anyone who hired Chisholm to do contract work is asked to call Arvada police at 720-898-6900.
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Stop Arvada Walmart comes up short By Sara Van Cleve
svancleve@ourcoloradonews.com After a month of circulating petitions and collecting thousands of signatures, the grassroots group Stop Arvada Walmart was not able to collect enough to put the Arvada Plaza redevelopment to a referendum. Stop Arvada Walmart sought to put the public-private partnership portion of the redevelopment of the Arvada Plaza, including a Wal-Mart, to referendum and onto this November’s ballot so residents can vote on the issue. The public-private partnership includes a public improvement fee collected in lieu of the city’s portion of the sales tax from the new Wal-Mart store as well as 20,000 additional square feet of retail space and Independence Center. The PIF, which would be in place of the city’s 3 percent sales tax, would then be refunded to California-based owner of the Arvada Plaza, Industrial Realty Group to total $5.8 million of the $9.1 million necessary to cover public improvements to the property. Without enough signatures to put the PIF to referendum, it will become a city ordinance. “Unless you have a lot of money or volunteer time, the process is nearly impossible, having gone through the process to get something on the ballot,” said Rob Hoge with Stop Arvada
Walmart. “Our failure to get it on the ballot is a reflection, not that the people don’t support it, but that we didn’t have enough volunteers, money and time to get the number of signatures.” The group had 30 days to collect 7,246 signatures of registered Arvada voters for the referendum to be considered on the ballot; the deadline for the signatures was Aug. 22. City charter mandates that petition deadlines be set for 30 days after a letter of intent is filed with the city, Arvada Communications Manager Wendy Forbes said. By Aug. 22, the group had collected thousands of signatures, Hoge said. The group chose not to disclose the exact number. “If we had another two or three weeks it’d be on the ballot,” Hoge said. “Or if we had $25,000 to pay somebody full time to be out collecting signatures, I’m confident it’d be on the ballot. I’m disappointed from the standpoint that we can see the numbers are there and this is a failure of not having enough volunteers to get them.” Hoge said, in most of the Stop Walmart petition circulators’ experiences, if residents opened their doors or stopped and talked petition circulators in public places, 70-80 percent of residents would add their name to the petition. “We understand some people are unhappy with the results of the new ordinance that will go into effect, but we hope that we can all come together and support the fact that the area does
need to be revitalized and we hope it can bring elements to the area that even the opposition would like to see,” Forbes said in reference to the redevelopment of the north side of Ralston Road. People volunteered to circulate petition and signed petitions for a variety of personal reasons, Hoge said, whether it be not agreeing with Wal-Mart, concerns about traffic and crime in the Arvada Plaza location or not agreeing with the location for the approved Wal-Mart. Susan Shirley, a volunteer petition circulator who collected just under 500 signatures on the petition herself, said she joined the group after seeing picketers at the now-closed Safeway, 9517 Ralston Road. “I loved that Safeway and shopped there for over 20 years,” Shirley said. “I was heartbroken when it folded up. I’ve not been a fan of Wal-Mart for a very long time now. I started picketing with them and went to the July 15 council meeting and the next step was to get it to referendum.” Though the group was not able to collect enough signatures to put the PIF to referendum and on the ballot, Stop Arvada Walmart is not done. “Our plan is that we’re going to run someone for (Councilman-at-Large Don) Allard’s seat as an anti-Wal-Mart candidate and we’re going to continue to oppose the Wal-Mart and make sure all plans are complied with, that they comply with all environmental regulations, ADA regulations and oppose any further changes to the plans, and we’ll be vocal about that,” Hoge said.
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A-West teacher brings Turkish perspective to classroom Social studies teacher experiences history, culture of Turkey firsthand through tour By Sara Van Cleve
svancleve@ourcoloradonews.com Each year, students bring a slew of experiences with them into the classroom. This year, Arvada West High School history teacher John Gallup will include an international experience that expands his students’ education into his classroom. Gallup, who teaches American history and world history at Arvada West, was one of four Denver-area teachers to participate in the Turkish Cultural Foundation’s Teacher Study Tour program this summer. A total of 54 teachers nationwide participated. “I looked at Turkey from an historical standpoint, and I hadn’t really looked at it specifically as a country,” Gallup said. “But in world history it is as important of a geographical location as there is in the world. Once I really started putting all these pieces together, I felt it was a place I had to go see.” Gallup was selected by the World Affairs Council and TCF to participate in the program. During the trip, Gallup and fellow teachers toured a variety of historical sites, such as Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Bursa, the first capital of the former Ottoman Empire, the Celsus Library and Catalhoyuk, a 7,000-yearold Neolithic settlement. “There were a lot of highlights,” Gallup said. “It exceeded any expectation I could have possibly imagined. It’s the amount of different groups of people, the different cultures that have lived, ruled, passed through or influenced the area — it’s such a key place. The history there was obviously important to me, from the Romans and Byzantines and the Persians and all the way back to Catalhoyuk from 7,000 B.C. Early man has history there, all the way up to today. There was nothing that didn’t amaze me.”
Two of Gallup’s favorite sites, though, were Cappadocia and Old Istanbul. Cappadocia is a group of natural geographic formations created by volcanic explosions millions of years ago and shaped through erosion, he said, that humans then carved their homes into; many former homes have been converted to restaurants and hotels, Gallup said. “That was amazing,” he said. “I’ve never seen anything like that and probably never will again ... Old Istanbul would be another one. The mosques and the churches that have been preserved and the marketplaces — the Spice Bazaar and the Grand Bazaar were unbelievable.” In addition to taking in the culture and history of Turkey, Gallup and the other American teachers spent time with Turkish teachers talking about education and the importance of Turkey, Gallup said. “It was great to get another perspective and to understand how they teach and what they teach and the importance of education in Turkey and how the education system works,” Gallup said. Gallup said Turkey is facing many of the same issues America faces with its education system, such as overpopulation in the classroom and too few teachers. However, he said the Turkish education system is very well-wired in terms of technology in the classroom. “I didn’t know what their education system would be like and I was very impressed with it actually,” he said. “Even in school that was way out kind of in the middle of nowhere, they had technology — they had laptops, they had wireless, they had overhead projectors and science labs. It was very impressive.” Universities are also free in Turkey. Of everything Gallup learned, he said the biggest lesson was that Americans have no idea about Turkey. “There’s a whole bunch of misconceptions about that area of the world and I came away extremely impressed with their country,” Gallup said. During the first part of the trip, Turkish students were protesting the
democratic government’s plans to tear down one of few parks in Old Istanbul to build buildings. “They were exercising their democratic right to free speech, just as we have, and they won,” Gallup said. “The court sided with the protesters and the government cannot tear down the park. It’s democracy in action and it was wonderful to see.” Also in his travels, Gallup said he met refugees living in Turkey from surrounding countries. “It tells me that Turkey and their people and government, even though it’s predominantly populated by one religion, Islam, they welcome anybody who is trying to escape abuse or corruptive government,” he said. “They are wonderfully welcoming people.” Gallup said he is going to incorporate all that he learned while in Turkey into his classes this year. His world history classes will be making a timeline of world history that will be displayed in his classroom. The top timeline will feature the eras of world history they study, and a bottom timeline will feature Turkey’s connection to that world event. “We’ll specifically have a Turkey timeline so students can see the importance of this location,” Gallup said. For his American history classes, Gallup said he will incorporate modern events, such as the Syrian issue and the Turkish government’s support of refugees, to American history, such as refugees in World War II. “I’ll incorporate it much more just automatically because there is so much more I know now than I did then,” Gallup said. “One of the `whys’ that I teach is to develop in students a critical thinking skill that has a world viewpoint, not just an Arvada viewpoint or an American viewpoint. The more culture and unique places I can bring back to the students expands on that world viewpoint.” As part of the program, Gallup is doing presentations to civic groups about Turkey. For more information about having Gallup speak with a group about his experience in Turkey and the Turkish culture, email Gallup at jgallup@jeffco.k12.co.us.
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AND ASSISTANTS NEEDED FOR SOUTH EAST DENVER AREA: PARKER, Castle Rock, Aurora, Highlands Ranch, CENTENNIAL, ELIZABETH and Franktown FOR SPANISH PROGRAM AT ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS. PLEASE EMAIL YOUR RESUME TO: spanishenrich@aol.com OR FAX 303-840-8465 Restaurant Waitstaff Dishwashers - Bartender & Cocktail - Reservationist and Janitor fill out application at 18301 W. Colfax Ave. after 9am daily.
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Communications Officer (Emergency 911 Dispatcher), City of Black Hawk. Hiring range is $42,437 - $48,803, DOQ/E. Position is responsible for the operation of the emergency communications console including the receipt of calls and proper dispatch of appropriate equipment and personnel to provide assistance to the citizens and visitors of Black Hawk in the areas of Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Services. Requires high school diploma or GED; valid Colorado driver’s license with a safe driving record; ability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must be at least 18 years of age. Applicant must successfully complete several preemployment tests including but not limited to typing, mathematical and multi-tasking skills, psychological exam, physical exam, drug testing and background investigation as conditions of employment. If you are interested in serving a unique historical city and enjoy working with diverse populations visit www.cityofblackhawk. org for application documents and more information on the Black Hawk Police Department. To be considered for this opportunity, please forward a completed City application, Police Background Questionnaire, and copies of certifications and driver’s license to Employee Services, City of Black Hawk, P.O. Box 68, Black Hawk, CO 80422, or by fax to 303-582-0848. Please note that we are not accepting e-mailed application documents at this time. We will begin processing your application upon receipt of all application documents. EOE.
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Help Wanted arc Thrift Stores is seeking a CDL dispatcher to oversee its tractor/trailer fleet. Requirements must include: -2 years minimum dispatch, -supervisory experience, -proficiency in Excel, -knowledge of the Denver metro area and surrounding cities, -knowledge of DOT regulations, -Organizational skills, and is detail oriented. Be able to adapt to changing circumstances and make good decisions. Must have no criminal record, DUI, and must pass a drug test. Full time, competitive wages and benefits offered. Please apply at 5943 N Broadway, Denver 80216.
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Constructors, Inc. is seeking Formwork Carpenters & Laborers, Concrete Finishers, Pipefitters, and Millwrights (process equipment installations) and Foremen for large wastewater project located in Denver area. 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.
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Moving Sale 10283 West 68th Way off of Miller at 68th Way Friday & Saturday August 30th & 31st 8am-5pm Household Items, Tools, Craft Supplies, Christmas Decorations, Appliances & Misc.
Arvada WE-MOVED-IN-TOGETHER-ANDHAVE-TWO-OF-EVERYTHINGAND-NEED-TO-PURGE YARD SALE!! This Saturday only 8/30 8AM-2PM at 7187 w 79th Drive, Arvada. Please don't come before 8AM... we don't want to get up that early on a Saturday.
Golden August 30-31 9am-4pm 16449 W. 55th Dr., Golden, CO 80403 (55th and EasleyRd.) A huge multifamily garage sale with a variety of items including kitchen equipment, tools, decorative items, holiday items and much much more. There will also be a lot of free items to choose from.
Parker Hidden Village Estate Sale 8/309/1 at 6621 N Village Rd, Parker All Furniture and household items are being sold. Several nice antique pieces, TV's , electronics, Tools, Pool Table, Snow Blower, Exercise Equip., clothing and more.Follow E Hilltop to Alpine Dr to N Village Rd, East to Sale.
Parker Hidden River Multi-Family Cul-De-Sac Sale Willowbend Lane Friday & Saturday August 30th & 31st 8am
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Huge moving sale Sept 12th, 13th,14th,15th 8am-5pm 12554 W 61st Ave All oak furniture, tile inlaid 6 person table and chair, curio cab., book cases, oak entertainment center w/tv, roll top desk/ chair, file cab. Barn Wood furniture Call 303-550-9143 to see
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Holiday Crafters Wanted November 8th & 9th Friday 9-5 Saturday 9-4 5925 West 32nd Ave Wheat Ridge 80033 Applications now available www.osiadenver.org or call 303-462-0985
Furniture Couch - Green Leather $100 720-962-9202 Made in USA - Traditional Sofa & Loveseat, perfect condition $175 1 coffee table, 2 end tables, solid oak $90 (303)422-7839
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AMERICAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANY.com Investor Relations $25k - $5mil / Direct: 719.252.0909 Upright Baldwin Piano $195 obo TV Sony Trinitron 30" screen $125 Fiesta Bar-B-Q Grill Gas $45 303-660-8730
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Lost Sheltie / Shetland Sheepdog / Miniature Collie. Looks like mini Lassie. Brown and white. Very timid, do not approach, he will run. Please call immediately and try to get a picture of him for identification purposes, if possible. 303-8098222 or 720-212-8269 anytime 24/7.
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2007 Suzuki BR650 Less than 5k miles, Many new parts, runs good, extras, free trailer w/no title $3600 (720)347-9686
RV’s and Campers 1991 Hallmark truck camper Clean, Good condition, everything works. Includes camper stand and jacks $2800 Call 303-828-6122 or 303-667-9114
04 Nissan 350Z silver convertible. Unique gold tan interior, cover & snow tires! One owner. $12,500 Call 970-215-1471
1983 GMC Vandera sleeper van 120,000 miles, $1400 (303)688-6737 cell 303-668-3644
Class A motorhome- Like new condition, less than 10k miles. 2005 Georgetown forest river XL, 2 slide outs, color back up camera w/mic, V10 motor, full tub w/shower, 2 roof a/c, sleeps 5, gas stove/oven + microwave, corian counter $44k Call Barb 303-988-6265 or Tom 720-940-7754 PRICED REDUCED
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2000 Chev Trailblazer, 116,000 miles, very good condition. Priced to sell at $3945. Call 719-689-5959 / 303-941-0446 to view
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Hudson glad he gave up his day job And to think I remember Andrew Hudson when he was a mere press secretary for Mayor Wellington Webb. Now the oncefledgling spokesmodel is all grown up and recently celebrated his rise to major mogul-dom with what started as a hobby. Last week, Hudson marked the fifth anniversary of AH Jobs List, the go-to online source for job seekers and job givers. Little did he know that, in 2008, the country’s economy was on the precipice of collapse and his business model would be invaluable to displaced workers struggling to recover from lost jobs. So five years ago, Hudson took what began as a hobby producing a single-page Xeroxed list and elevated it to the go-to jobs site with more than 25 million page views (www.ahjobslist.com). “I had planned on giving the new site three months before making decisions about my future, but the response to the new site was so immediate and overwhelming, I quit my job in less than a week and haven’t looked back since,” Hudson said. “It is truly a joy and a privilege to connect job seekers with this list of positions each week. Daily, I am humbled to hear from job seekers and employers who share stories about job seeking success.”
Beerathon hops into Denver
From the City That Never Sleeps to the Mile High City comes the first Denver Beerathon, a sudsy festival that originated in the Big Apple for people who love beer. This is the premiere event for those whose enthusiasm for marathons extends to beer runs. The Denver Beerathon will be Sept. 14 and takes participants on an allday tasting journey through 26 bars (yikes!) located throughout Denver’s downtown and Highland neighborhood. And the Beerathon is quaffing for a cause. A portion of proceeds will go to Excelsior Youth Center. Drinking craft beer has never felt this good. Tickets are $55 per person or $70 for VIP, which includes early check-in and a VIPonly party at Fado Irish Pub with prizes and giveaways. For tickets, go to www. denverbeerathon.com.
More than one kind of draft
The Tavern group of neighborhood restaurants is running a fantasy football draft party through Sept. 5. For $100 per party, draft parties at each neighborhood Tavern will receive unlimited draft beer for a two-hour period for up to 12 people. The promotion is not valid after 4 p.m. Fridays and reservations must be made in advance. Free high-speed Wi-Fi is available at all locations, including Littleton, the Denver Tech Center, Lowry and, for Denver Broncos fans, at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. “We always love it when people choose one of our neighborhood locations as their football headquarters,” said Tavern owner Frank Schultz. For Fantasy Football Draft Party reservations, call 303-226-1555. For location and other information, go to www.tavernhg. com.
State lands two on top towns list
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American soldiers face danger and metaphysical questions in The Edge Theatre’s production of “Bengal Tiger in the Baghdad Zoo.” Courtesy photo
The fog of war
The Edge’s latest looks at effects of war, mortality By Clarke Reader
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ar is hell. This simple adage has been used time and time again to try and convey the horror and loss that comes along with war. The Edge Theatre’s latest production, “Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo” takes audiences into the aftermath of battle, to see how those affected by war dealt with life after all the deaths, and life after death. “Bengal Tiger” — a Colorado premiere — will run at the theater, 1560 Teller St., Aug. 30 through Sept. 29. Performances will be Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 6 p.m. “Every now and then people get a chance to go to a play that is really transformative, and can change your experience of what a theater can do,” said director Richard Cowden. “From the moment we got this script, we wanted it to be a landmark show for The Edge, and really raise the bar for what you can see here.” The story of “Bengal Tiger” takes place in Baghdad in 2003, shortly after the American invasion. Two soldiers are guarding a tiger (Paul Page), who speaks to the audience about what it’s been like living in the Baghdad zoo for 12 years, and how things have changed since the invasion. “The tiger is the only one who is really aware of the audience and speaks to them,” Page said. “The audience sees the tiger as a scrappy, older IF YOU GO guy, who is really questioning the existence WHAT: “Bengal of God.” Tiger at the Life and death intermingle in the play, Baghdad Zoo” as the tiger is dispatched fairly quickly, but instead of being freed, he ends up wanderWHERE: The ing Baghdad as a ghost. Other characters Edge Theatre join him in a metaphysical quest to find out 1560 Teller St., what, if anything, is out there for them. Lakewood “I think the play poses more questions than it answers, but it’s really interesting to WHEN: Aug. 30 play the intensity of these moments,” Page through Sept. 29 said. “The show is supposed to generate Fridays and Saturthese questions about the audience’s belief days - 8 p.m. systems.” Sundays - 6 p.m. Cowden said the play doesn’t have a typical narrative, or really any good guys or bad COST: $20-$22 guys, and that has made it both an extremely INFORMATION: challenging and rewarding project. 303-232-0363 or “The set design work is really incredwww.theedgethible. We wanted it to look like the inside of eater.com a bombed out building, and the furniture
Paul Page plays a tiger lost in the streets of Baghdad in The Edge Theatre’s production of “Bengal Tiger in the Baghdad Zoo.” Courtesy photo would be all there for the actors in the form of crates and things like that,” he said. “We also spend a lot of time on the costumes and props to make sure there were as accurate as possible.” Another thing that Cowden said is unique about the show is how much of it is in Arabic, and how hard the actors worked to get the language right. “The Arabic in the show goes untranslated, so the actors had to find a way to get across the meaning of the words without that,” he said. Cowden said people who love the theater will find the ambition of “Bengal Tiger” amazing, and people who don’t much enjoy the theater will see a lot of interesting, contemporary stuff that will engage them. “It’s really hard-hitting, and really interesting,” Page said.
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Outside magazine’s 18 best towns to live in. Carbondale, 30 miles north of ski mecca Aspen, was named to list because of its “killer farmers markets on Wednesdays, its quick access to adventure” and plenty of trails for hiking and mountain biking. Outside, an active-lifestyle and adventure-travel magazine, touted the 44-mile paved Rio Grande Trail that runs from Aspen to Glenwood Springs, with a spur up the Crystal River, and also noted the easy access to world-class biking, fly-fishing, rockclimbing, kayaking and running at Carbondale’s doorstep. Read more about Carbondale at www.outsideonline.com/ adventure-travel/northamerica/united-states/ Best-Towns-2013-Carbondale-Colorado.html As for Fort Collins, the magazine wrote how the beer culture helped support the biking community, particularly mentioning New Belgium Brewing Co. Fort Collins earned its spot on the list also because of closeness to backcountry terrain (like 10,276-foot Cameron Pass) and prime location on the brown-trout-filled Cache La Poudre River. Read more about Fort Collins at www.outsideonline.com/adventuretravel/north-america/ united-states/EditorsChoice-Fort-Collins-Colorado.html.
Mid-century modern celebration
As a “mid-century modern” woman, I love the idea of celebrating this Wheat Ridge event — Mid Century and Modern Home Tour on Sept. 7. The tour, which will start at the furniture and design store modmood/
RETRO Consignment at 7700 W. 44th Ave, will visit six Wheat Ridge homes all in the same vicinity 1-5 p.m. on Sept. 7. The tour, which benefits Wheat Ridge 2020, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is designed to raise awareness about the city’s architectural heritage and roots. Tickets are available for $15 at www. wheatridge2020.org or at modmood/RETRO Consignment and include admission to an afterparty. A tour map will be included on each ticket. Transportation is not provided, so attendees should plan accordingly. Tickets, if available, will be $20 the day of the event. The first tour in 2011 attracted more than 300 people. Event organizers are capping ticket sales at 400 and expecting a sellout. For more information about the Mid Century and Modern Home Tour in Wheat Ridge, contact Mara Owen at 720-259-1030 or mowen@ wheatridge2020.org.
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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. You can subscribe and read her columns (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) at www.pennyparker.blacktie-colorado. com. She can be reached at penny@blacktie-llc. com or at 303-619-5209.
REGIONAL NEWS IN A HURRY Arvada legislator recognized Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp, D-Arvada, recently received two separate awards for her work on behalf of the mentally ill and the developmentally disabled. Kraft-Tharp was recognized by the Jefferson Center for Mental Health and the Colorado Behavioral Council on Aug. 26 for her work on mental health bills that she sponsored during her freshman year at the Legislature this year. The award comes on the heels of another award that Kraft-Tharp recently received from Alliance Colorado. The organization named her the Legislator of the Year for helping to raise awareness for persons with developmental disabilities during this year’s legislative session.
Man dies in motorcycle crash
Alcohol consumption was suspected in a fatal motorcycle crash that took place in Wheat Ridge in the early morning hours of Aug. 22, according to police. A 37-year-old man was riding his motorcycle on the
Highway 58 interchange, toward eastbound Interstate-70, when he crashed into a cement guard rail. The man, who police say was not wearing a helmet, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, which took place just before 1 a.m. Wheat Ridge police spokesman John Romero said that officers suspect that the rider — whose name was not being released — had been under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash. Toxicology results could take two to three weeks.
Wheat Ridge hires new public works director
The City of Wheat Ridge has hired Scott Brink, who has more than 30 years of engineering experience, as its new public works director. Brink comes to Wheat Ridge from St. Louis Park, Minn., where he served as a city engineer for eight years. Brink has volunteered with organizations that include Engineers without Borders and Engineering Ministries International. Brink replaces Tim Paranto, who has retired.
YOUR WEEK & MORE THURSDAY/AUG. 29 PUBLIC MEETINGS Jefferson County Open Space is asking residents to attend public meetings to discuss the Open Space Master Plan. Meetings last 6-8 p.m. and begin with a short presentation will begin about 6:15 p.m. followed by group interaction. Ideas and suggestions can be submitted through comment cards or by email using the subject “Master Plan” to trock@jeffco.us. The final meeting is Thursday, Aug. 29, at the Indian Tree Golf Course Clubhouse, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. THURSDAY/AUG. 29, SEPT. 26 DISCOVER CLAY Arvada Ceramics Arts Guild presents Discover Clay workshops 7-9 p.m. the last Thursday of the month. The Aug. 29 project is a leaf platter. The Sept. 26 project is a jack-o-lantern. You create the piece, and the art guild will glaze and fire it. It will be finished in three weeks. Email arvadaceramicarts@gmail.com or call 303-423-0448. SATURDAY/AUG. 31 PUBLIC ART The Paletteers Art Club has joined with
area residents to paint 500 art rocks over the last five months. The rocks will be distributed in parks, along trails, and in public areas starting 10 a.m. Aug. 31 at Westminster Center Park, 4801 W. 92nd. Ave. The public is welcome. Refreshments will be served. This project was made possible by a generous grant from the SCFD through the Adams County Cultural Council.
SATURDAY/AUG. 31 TO SEPT. 2 MUM MADNESS Freshen up your containers with new soil compliments of Shelly’s Garden Country. Bring in your containers all day from Saturday, Aug. 31, to Monday, Sept. 2, to get fresh soil and enjoy the new arrivals of mums. The garden center is at 4181 W. 120th Ave., Broomfield. Call 303-466-6761. SUNDAY/SEPT. 1 NEW HOURS Anythink Commerce City will switch to new hours starting Sunday, Sept. 1. The library will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Anythink Commerce City will be closed Sundays and Mondays. These updated hours allow customers to access the library on Fridays, as well as maintain a greater consistency with hours of operation at other Anythink locations. MONDAY/SEPT. 2 DOGGY DIP Dogs are invited to swim in the pool before it is drained for the season. Doggy dip is 3-6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2 at Kiwanis Pool, 550 Garland Drive, Northglenn. All dogs must be vaccinated and friendly. Each dog must be accompanied by at least one person. Up to 70 dogs will be allowed in the pool. Tickets are not being sold for this event, so first-come, first served. Call 303-450-8800 for more information. TUESDAY/SEPT. 3 LIFETREE CAFÉ The impact of homelessness on children will be explored at Lifetree Café at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, titled “Children With No Place to Call Home: Helping Kids in Crisis,” features a filmed visit with homeless children and their parents, as well as with agency workers who assist homeless children. An estimated one in 50 children is homeless. Approximately 40 percent of those children are 5 years old or younger. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Snacks and beverages are available. Lifetree Café is a place where people
gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual coffeehouse-type setting. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@peacelutheran.net.
is open to the public and allows attendees to hear what issues are being addressed by city, county, state and federal levels of government from the government representatives.
TUESDAY/SEPT. 3, 10, 17, 24
COMING SOON/SEPT. 6-7, 13-14
CARE TRAINING Home Instead Training Center offers free Alzheimer’s CARE training workshops at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3, Sept. 10, Sept. 17 and Sept. 24 at 2095 S. Pontiac Way, Denver. Home Instead serves the south Denver area, including Centennial, Littleton, Englewood and Lakewood. The CARE program incorporates a hands-on approach to help families deal with difficult behavioral changes that are associated with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. During the workshop, program experts will teach caregivers how to manage behaviors, encourage engagement and care for themselves while caring for their loved one. To reserve a spot, call 303-389-5700.
FAMILY THEATER Prairie Playhouse, a local family theater, presents “The Sound of Music” at 7 p.m. Sept. 6-7 and Sept. 13-14 at The Armory at Brighton Cultural Center. Tickets available at prairieplayhouse.com or at the door. Visit https://www.prairieplayhouse.com/ productions/thesoundofmusic.
WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY/SEPT. 4-5 ROSH HASHANAH Evening Rosh Hashanah services are at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4, and Rosh Hashanah services are at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, at Congregation B’nai Torah, 3990 W. 74th Ave, Westminster. Rosh Hashanah, the celebration of the Jewish New Year, marks the beginning of a ten-day period of prayer, self-examination and repentance, ending with Yom Kippur. The evening services are officiated by Rabbi Anat Moskowitz with Rabbi Hannah Laner assisting. A meditation breakout and discussion group will be offered during the 9:30 a.m. service. Anyone interested is invited to worship with us at no cost. Our doors are open to all. Contact Congregation B’nai Torah at 303552-0498 or at www.bnai-torah-colorado.org. THURSDAY/SEPT. 5, SEPT. 24 CASA 101 Join CASA of Adams & Broomfield counties for CASA 101 from 9-10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 5 at the Brunner Farmhouse, 640 Main St., Broomfield, for an introduction to the organization and the volunteer advocate program. Enjoy delicious refreshments and learn how you can become an advocate for a child who needs you. CASA staff members and volunteers who are active on CASA cases will be on hand to speak with guests about the program, as well as help those interested in taking the next step to become a volunteer. CASA’s next volunteer training class begins Sept. 24. For information or to RSVP, visit www.casa17th.org or call 303-655-3922.
COMING SOON COMING SOON/SEPT. 6, SEPT. 20 CONSTRUCTION TOURS Friends of Broomfield has several upcoming social events at its new site, 11851 Saulsbury St., Broomfield. Stop by the new site for light refreshments and to see the progress made. The first construction tour/ice cream social is 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, with local faith communities as the special guests. The second tour and happy hour is 4:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6, and we will be joined by Broomfield Rotary clubs, the chamber of commerce and local businesses. The final construction tour/pizza night is 5:30-7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20, and families, donors, community members and construction trades are invited. COMING SOON/SEPT. 6, Oct. 4, Nov. 1, Dec. 6, Jan. 3,
Feb. 7, March 7
ROUNDTABLE BREAKFAST American Legion Post 161 hosts the Arvada Roundtable Breakfast at 7 a.m. Sept. 6 at 60th Avenue and Lamar Street. The meeting
COMING SOON/SEPT. 7
PMC WORKSHOP Learn to make pendants or earrings using precious metal clay, a pure silver with a binder that allows artists to work with it like clay. When it is fired, it is 99.9 percent silver. The workshop is from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at Arvada Ceramic Arts Guild, 5870 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. At this workshop, you will get help with the design of your jewelry and have access to all the tools and materials needed to create a one-of-a-kind piece of art. Call 303-423-0448 or email arvadaceramicarts@gmail.com to find out about costs and for further information. COMING SOON/SEPT. 7 INDOOR TRAINING Children, families, adults and businesses are invited for the grand opening of Progresh in the Pinnacle Shopping Center at 9499 Washington St., Suite 50, Thornton. Progresh is the ultimate destination for anyone looking to improve their skills in skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, scootering, or BMX riding in an exciting indoor environment. Progresh offers specialized classes, camps, drop-in sessions, and private lessons, along with birthday party packages, field trips for school or camp groups, and corporate team building. The grand opening is from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7. Visit www.Progresh.com. COMING SOON/SEPT. 7 HARVEST FESTIVAL Arvada Associated Modelers presents its 2013 Harvest Festival and a free RC model air show from 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at the Arvada Air Park, 7608 Highway 93, Golden. Spectacular giant scale models, replica Warbirds, real turbine jets, radical helicopters, a “wicked witch” on a flying broom, and a variety of other, unique radio-controlled models will be flown and exhibited. The air show also features celebrity pilots, a full scale fly-in by Flight for Life Colorado, RC flight simulators, many free door prizes, concessions and an opportunity for spectators to try their hand at flying a real RC airplane (also free). Master of Ceremonies will be Arvada City council member at-large Bob Fifer. For information and directions to the flying field, visit www. arvadamodelers.com. COMING SOON/SEPT. 7, SEPT. 14, SEPT. 21, SEPT. 28, OCT. 5 FALL GARDENING Echter’s Garden Center, 5150 Garrison St., Arvada, offers free classes for gardeners on Saturdays this fall. Registration not required unless noted. Call 303-424-7979 or visit www.echters.com for details. Upcoming classes are: “PERENNIAL GARDENING in the Fall” from 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 7. This is the perfect time to set the stage for next year’s garden. Plant perennials and bulbs for season long beauty and review the basic maintenance for keeping your garden healthy and beautiful.
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MetroNorth Worship Directory St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELCA)
Worship 9:00 am 11040 Colorado Blvd.
(across from Thornton Rec. Center)
303-457-2476 www.stjohns05@gmail.com
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
All are invited to join in celebrating Christ’s love as we Worship, Learn, and Serve. 8:00 & 9:00 a.m.
Traditional Worship Services with Holy Communion 9:00 a.m. Children’s Church offered during the sermon 10:15 a.m. Faith Formation Hour (All Ages) 11:15 a.m. Contemporary Worship with Holy Communion Wednesday Night: Wednesday 360 is a weekly opportunity for dinner, worship, music, kid’s club, and faith formation for all ages
121st & Lowell Blvd. • Broomfield 303-469-4004 • www.cross-of-christ.org
Starting, Sunday, September 8th we would like to invite you to a new contemporary worship service in Northglenn. If you are looking for a contemporary Christian worship service that is welcoming, comfortable, upbeat, and relevant without getting lost in the crowd, please join us at 10:30 am every Sunday morning at 1605 W. 106th Ave. in Northglenn, 80234 for “GO4TH.” We are a caring, inviting, and service oriented church family that wants to “GO4TH” and make a difference. Please join us! go4thservice.blogspot.com • 303-452-5120
Northglenn United Methodist Church 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!
Risen Savior Lutheran Church 3031 W. 144 Ave. - Broomfield • 303-469-3521 or www.rslc.org th
Come worship with us!
LCMS
Sunday Worship 8:00 am, 9:30 am & 11:00 am
Sunday School & Adult Classes 9:20 am - 10:40 am
To advertise your place of worship, call 303.566.4089 and ask for Viola Ortega
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“Landscaping Your Colorado Garden” from 2-3:30 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 7, and from 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 14. Discover trees, shrubs and perennials that work well in our region. The class will cover plant combinations and basic design principles that create curb appeal and enhance your outdoor living spaces. Special emphasis on drought tolerant plants that are durable and require lower maintenance.
“pLanting FaLL Bulbs” from 2-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14. Plant bulbs now for color next spring. Discover new varieties of tulips and daffodils as well as other interesting and unique types of bulbs. Learn how to prepare your soil and maintain for years of beauty.
“FairY garden Workshop” from 2-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept.
coming soon/sept. 10 estate pLan Northglenn Recreation Center hosts a free estate plan/caring for adults with mental illness workshop at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, at 11801 Community Center Drive. In the first part, participants will first find out the role a well-executed estate plan can play in ensuring their financial strategy remains aligned with their goals. In the second part, learn what to look for, how to react and what to do when someone you care for shows symptoms of depression, anxiety or dementia. Register in advance by contacting Jeanette Sanchez at 303-450-8935 or jsanchez@northglenn.org. coming soon/sept. 10-12 Youth auditions Auditions for Northglenn Youth Theatre’s
Orchids are beautiful, fascinating and surprisingly easy to grow. Discover how these exotic beauties grow in nature and translate that to your own growing conditions. Learn some of the best varieties for your home and tips and techniques to successfully grow and rebloom orchids.
“Shrek the Musical” for ages 8-18 are available by appointment Sept. 10-12. Actors must prepare a one-minute comedic monologue, 16 bars from an up-beat contemporary musical, bring a resume, and 8x10 color headshot to the audition. No acapella; accompanist provided. Directed by Kimberly Jongejan. Produced by special arrangement with Music Theatre International. Call 303-450-8800 to schedule an appointment. Call backs are from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 14. Rehearsals are from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and from 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays from Sept. 17 to Nov. 7. If cast, a fee will be charged to cover costume and T-shirt.
“growing great Garlic” 2-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28.
coming soon/sept. 10 to oct. 17
21. Enjoy the magic and enchantment of a fairy garden and create your personal retreat for the fairies. Each attendee will take home a fairy garden they make in the class. Registration required; call 303-424-7979. Fee for materials will be assessed.
“orchids – Exotic but Easy” 10-11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28.
Discover the exciting world of garlic, nature’s wonder plant for flavorful food, a healthy body and warding off evil spirits. Learn about the different garlic types and how to grow so that you will have a yearly harvest.
“terrariums – Gardens under Glass” from 10-11 a.m.
Saturday, Oct. 5. Terrariums add a lush element to your indoor décor. Discover how easy it is to bring the magic of these special gardens to your home. Our expert will demonstrate the range of containers, soil, plants and offer tips and techniques to create glorious gardens in glass.
coming soon/sept. 10 goLF tournament Community Reach Center’s Reach for the Green 33rd annual golf tournament is Tuesday, Sept. 10, at The Ranch Country Club, 11887 Tejon St., Westminster. Presented in memory of Mary and Donald C. Ciancio and in partnership with Westminster Medical Clinic, the golf tournament welcomes individual and team players. Several sponsorship levels are available. To inquire about sponsoring or playing, please contact Deb Haviland at 303-853-3472 or D.Haviland@ CommunityReachCenter.org. For information or to sign up as a sponsor or golfer, or to bid at the online silent auction, visit www.CommunityReachCenter.org and click on the Reach for
n’BaLance cLass Do you lack balance or fear falling? This 6-week class gives tips and exercises to develop strength and balance, and provides tips to help if you fall. Classes meet from 11:35 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays from Sept. 10 to Oct. 17 at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Register in advance with payment. Call 303-425-9583. coming soon/sept. 11 aLternative medicine A free overview of alternative
medicine is offered from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Learn about homeopathy, herbs, chiropractors, acupuncture, massage therapy, essential oils and the body’s electromagnetic field. This presentation will include personal examples of effective outcomes for maladies that defied conventional treatment. Register in advance by contacting Jeanette Sanchez at 303-450-8935 or jsanchez@northglenn.org.
coming soon/sept. 11, sept. 21 tea westminster Historical Society Tea plans its 15th annual tea from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, at the Westminster Grange, 3935 W. 73rd Ave. Featuring Marci Heiser and her
program “History Through Fashion” demonstrating the changes in American fashion from colonial times to the present. A light luncheon will also be served. Tickets must be purchased by Sept. 11 via mail. Send checks to Westminster Historical Society, PO Box 492, Westminster, CO 80036-0492. Cost and other information can be found at www.westminsterhistory. qwestoffice.net
coming soon/sept. 12, oct. 10, nov. 14, dec. 12, Jan. 9, FeB. 13, march 13 memBership meeting American Legion Post 161 has monthly membership meetings at 7 p.m. Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12, Jan. 9, Feb. 13, March 13 at 60th Avenue and Lamar Street. The group gets veterans to help veterans.
recurring events FaLL cLasses Registration for fall classes with Colorado ACTS
is now open. Visit www.coloradoacts.org for details. Classes available after school and in the evenings. Among the offerings are Loose Lips Sink Ships (ages 12-18), The Mysterious Case of the Missing Ring (8-12), Creative Drama: Disney Fairytales (48). Homeschool classes include Our Town (ages 12-18), Patriot Dreams (8-12), Creative Drama (4-8), Imaginative Puppeteering (8-12). Community classes include Outreach Performance Class (ages 12 to adult), Improvisation Class & Murder Mystery Dinner Theater (12 to adult), Aspects of Theater Class (10-20).
dog trainer Become a dog trainer with Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue, using behavior science, holistic approaches and positive reinforcement techniques tailored to each individual dog, pet parent and specific situation. Learn to evaluate behavior, design exercises, coach humans, handle dogs, deliver presentations, and resolve and prevent a variety of behavior problems. Classes in Denver and Lakewood. request an application at mishamayfoundation@gmail.com. Contact mishamayfoundation@gmail.com or call 303-239-0382 for information. women’s networking group in Arvada has openings for women in business who can commit to a weekly Wednesday morning meeting. One member per business category. Contact Info@OurConnection.org or call 303- 438-6783. open mic Living Water Unity Spiritual Community presents
open mic night – celebrate your teen self from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. This program gives teens the opportunity to express their performing art including voice and instrument, acting, poetry, stand-up comedy, mime, etc. Open to all students in sixth to 12th grades. Email bellbottoms809@gmail.com.
recurring/through aug. 31 weather monitors The Community Collaborative Rain,
Hail and Snow Network based at the Colorado Climate Center at Colorado State University is looking to add a few hundred observers to its Denver area network during August. All it takes to be involved is the purchase of an official rain gauge ($30) and a commitment to help monitor the local climate by taking precipitation measurements as often as possible. The data is reported to the CoCoRaHS website and daily maps of local precipitation patterns are produced. Training is offered in person or online; a list of Denver area training classes can be found at http://www.cocorahs.org/State.aspx?state=CO. For information, or to sign up, contact Chris Spears at chris.spears@ colostate.edu or go to www.cocorahs.org and click on the “Join Us” link.
Looking ahead Looking ahead/sept. 13 BLood drive Westminster High School community blood drive is from 10-11:40 a.m and 1-3:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13, inside Bonfils’ mobile bus at 6933 Raleigh St., Westminster. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils.org. Looking ahead/sept. 13-14 Yom kippur Kol Nidre (evening Yom Kippur services) are at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13, at Congregation B’nai Torah, 3990 W. 74th Ave., Westminster. Yom Kippur is the Day of Atonement, referring to the annual Jewish observance of fasting, prayer and repentance. Services will be led by Rabbi Anat Moskowitz. Yom Kippur services continue at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 14. All are welcome to attend. Donations are greatly appreciated. Contact Congregation B’nai Torah at 303-552-0498 or at www. bnai-torah-colorado.org. Looking ahead/sept. 13-22 theater show The Players Guild at The Festival Playhouse presents “Opal’s Million Dollar Duck” from Sept. 13-22 at The Festival Playhouse, 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and at 2 p.m. Sundays. Call 303-422-4090 or visit www.festivalplayhouse.com. Show is appropriate for all ages. Looking ahead/sept. 14 goLF tournament The 7th annual Kyle Lewis Memorial Golf Tournament is Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Park Hill Golf Course, Denver. Shotgun start is at 8 a.m. To sign up, call Park Hill at 303-333-5411, ext. 24. Cost includes golf, cart, range balls, lunch and prizes. All proceeds benefit underprivileged children golf lessons. Kyle’s passion was for young kids to enjoy golf as much as he did. Looking Ahead continues on Page 19
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higher to achieve success.
“I chose UCCS because I wanted to stay close to home. For someone coming out of high school who is looking for strong academic programs, UCCS is a great choice. Students here really want to do more with their lives and I love that the professors want to see you succeed in whatever you choose to do. UCCS is a special place.” — Rhian Sanders,Sophomore in Business Administration
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Looking AheAd/Sept. 14, oct. 12, nov. 9, dec. 14, JAn. 11, Feb. 8 MAyor cAndidAteS North Suburban Republican Forum will meet from 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 14 at the Grill at Legacy Ridge Golf Course, 10801 Legacy Ridge Parkway, Westminster. This month, the group will welcome Westminster mayor candidates. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. A continental breakfast with pastries, fruit, coffee and juice is included in admission cost. Upcoming forum events include city council and board of education candidates on Oct. 12; Adams County sheriff candidates on Nov. 9; end of year review on Dec. 14; Colorado governor candidates on Jan. 11; and U.S. Senate candidates on Feb. 8. Visit www.NorthSuburbanRepublicanForum.org. Looking AheAd/Sept. 15 bLood drive Immaculate Heart of Mary community blood
drive is from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15 inside the Parish Center at 11385 Grant Drive, Northglenn. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact Linda Kalkhorst at 303-4522041 or lindak@lhmco.org.
Looking AheAd/Sept. 18 hiStory oF radio Throughout human history there have been a number of inventions that have fundamentally changed how people communicate. One of the most influential was the advent of radio. Although the technology was discovered in the 19th century, radio really came into the popular culture in the first half of the 20th century. Even today, radio continues to reach nearly 250 million Americans on a weekly basis. Join Active Minds from 1:453:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, as we trace the history and impact of this important technology. Program is free and takes place at Covenant Village of Colorado, 9153 Yarrow St., Westminster. RSVP at 303-403-2205. Looking AheAd/Sept. 20 Author preSentAtion Preethi Burkholder, author of “Ghost
Towns of the Rockies,” hosts a presentation on her book at 12:45 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20, at the Thornton Senior Center, 9471 Dorothy Blvd., Thornton. Autographed copies will be sold. Call 720-9775859.
Looking AheAd/Sept. 20-21 cLASS reunion Westminster High School class of 1973 plans
its 40th reunion Sept. 20-21. Classes 1971-75 are invited to join the fun on Sept. 20; however, Sept. 21 is limited to alumni and guests from the class of 1973. For details and to register, visit http:// westy73.weebly.com For questions, email westyclassof1973@ gmail.com.
bird wALk Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge presents a bird walk at 7 a.m. Sept. 21 at 9210 W. 80th Ave., Arvada. Enjoy the autumn colors while watching for uncommon species migrating through the area on their way south to escape the cold of winter. Meet in the parking lot at 9210 W. 80th Ave. Event is free. Looking AheAd/Sept. 21 open houSe Learn all about Mount Evans and Windy Peak Outdoor Lab School sites at an open house Sept. 21. Students and parents can take self-guided tours, meet the staff and explore the land. http://outdoorlabfoundation.org/ Looking AheAd/Sept. 26 driver SAFety An AARP driver safety class is offered from 10
a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, at the Medved Autoplex, 11201 W. I70 Frontage Road North. Payment of cash or check is taken at the event. Class size is limited. Call 303-463-1172 to register.
Looking AheAd/Sept. 26, oct. 31, nov. 14 night out Friends of Broomfield plans Friends Nights Out for adults with developmental disabilities through the rest of the year. On Thursday, Sept. 26, the friends will dance with the Broomfield Stars from 5-9 p.m. at the Broomfield Event Center. We must purchase tickets so registration is required by Monday, Sept. 23. Meet at Friends Place, 555 Alter St., Suite 19E, Broomfield. The Friends Halloween Party is from 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31, at the Friends new building, 11851 Saulsbury St., Broomfield. Register by Monday, Oct. 28. The Nov. 14 Friends night is a dinner out at My Pie, from 6-8:30 p.m. Meet at Friends new building, and register by Monday, Nov. 11. The final night out of the year is from 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12. The Friends will have a holiday party at its new building. Register by Monday, Dec. 9. Contact Molly Coufal, evening/social program director, at info@friendsofbroomfield.org or call 303-404-0123. Looking AheAd/Sept. 29 bLood drive Northglenn Christian Church community blood
drive is from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29, inside the student center at 1800 E. 105th Place, Northglenn. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact Joe Wakefield at 303-6654131 or jwake553@aol.com.
Looking AheAd/Sept. 30 goLF tournAMent Mark Wiebe will again host the 8th annu-
al Adam’s Camp charity golf tournament, presented by Retirement Plan and Investment Providers, to raise funds for the children, youth and families of Adam’s Camp. The tournament is on Sept. 30 at the Colorado Golf Club in Parker, and 132 golfers will have the opportunity to play the exclusive course, home to the 2013
Solheim Cup. Lunch, provided by Noodles and Company, will begin at 11 a.m. and the tournament shotgun start will be at 12:30 p.m. Play will be followed by cocktails, dinner, live auction and prizes. Proceeds will support the children, youth and families of Adam’s Camp, of Centennial, which provides intensive therapy camps to children with developmental disabilities and their families as well as recreational camps for youth and young adults with disabilities. To sponsor, register or to learn more, visit www.adamscamp.org, call 303-563-8290 or email sarah@adamscamp.org.
Looking AheAd/oct. 11 vAriety Show Friends of Broomfield plans a night of entertainment as program participants share their many talents in a Friends Variety Show, from 7-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11, at the Broomfield Auditorium, 3 Community Park Road, Broomfield. The theme is “Keeping it Reel: A Night at the Movies.” A donation is suggested. Contact Molly Coufal, evening/social program director, at info@friendsofbroomfield.org or call 303-404-0123. Looking AheAd/oct. 19 chiLd SAFety Pro Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram presents a John Walsh endorsed child safety program from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at 1800 W. 104th Ave., Thornton. The free program will include free FBI certified next generation PALM prints, FBI certified fingerprints, a digital photography and a child safety journal. Call 866-353-2353 for more details. Looking AheAd/oct. 19 geneALogy progrAM Join certified genealogist Carol Darrow at College Hill Library to search your family history Oct. 19. There will be two sessions: from 1:30-3 p.m. and from 3-4:30 p.m. Registration is required; call the Westminster Public Library at College Hill at 303-658-2603. Beginners are welcome; assistance will be provided. Bring the names of your grandparents and their locations in 1930 and 1940. This free event is sponsored by the Westminster Historical Society. See www.westminsterhistory@qwestoffice.net for information. Looking AheAd/Feb. 21 bAnd deAdLine Jam Out Hunger is seeking area high school bands for its first battle of the bands. Deadline for entries is 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21; judges will select six high school bands to compete on Friday, May 16, at the Arvada Center. Visit www.JamOutHunger. org. 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 meets7-8:30 p.m. Mondays at Montclair Recreation Center Lowry, 729 Ulster Way. For more information, call 303-388-9948. grieF recovery A 12-week Grief Share program meets at 6:30 p.m. each Monday at Arvada Covenant Church, 5555 Ward Road. 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. Study group Chabad of NW Metro Denver Jewish Center hosts a thought-provoking discussion on the weekly Torah portion. Drawing from the wisdom of the Talmud, Kabbalah and Chassidic Mystical Masters, the study group focuses on the relevance of the bible stories and Torah’s teaching to our modern lives. The class is from 7-8 p.m. Mondays at Chabad, 4505 W. 112 Ave., Westminster. Refreshments served. For costs and the topic of the weekly discussion, visit www.COJewish.com/torahstudy or call 303-429-5177. The class is led by Rabbi Benjy Brackman spiritual leader of Chabad of NW Metro Denver. 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. Ongoing continues on Page 20
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Fundraiser successful despite rain and hail
Folks turn out for the annual rare and novel night at Bandimere
By Amy Woodward
awoodward@ourcoloradonews.com
With a sudden down pour of rain and hail, with lighting that seemed to strike at just the top of the mountain, guests at Bandimere Speedway were committed to supporting children and teen literacy programs. The 13th annual Rare and Novel Night held by the Jefferson County Library Foundation, whose mission is to help foster
Jeffco public libraries and their programs through fundraising events, experienced a severe thunderstorm during the event on Aug. 22, but raised an estimated $23,000 for county literacy programs. “I support it wholeheartedly,” said foundation board member Ann Stumpf. “We need to make sure that our children in Colorado grow up to be extremely successful.” Stumpf’s husband Jeff donated a catered tailgate event from Big Kahuna BBQ in Golden. Over 150 books were donated for this year’s event from brand new bestsellers to vintage collections, and children’s books. There were other items for auction such as a seven night vacation package
at a Lahaina oceanfront studio condo in Maui worth $2,500, to smaller items including wine baskets, martini sets, and cookie baskets donated from the Colorado Cookie Company. “It’s amazing the donations we get,” said Natalie Martinez, executive director for Jeffco library foundation. All proceeds from the auctions fund Jeffco public libraries literacy program such as the Summer Reading Club, the Traveling Children’s Library, and JCPL To-Go. JCPL is a new project that features ereader tablets that library patrons can check out instead of paper books. An additional 13 projects are anticipated for next year, though they are still in the primary stages of development.
Rare and novel night themed “Rock, Race & Read,” offered guests a chance to race Z28 Camaro’s for $250. But the race came to a halt after lightning began to hit. Everyone rushed to the tent constructed at the top of the stadium, and soon after, a hard rain began to fall. Bandimere officials announced that all racing will be cancelled. “I have never seen it rain like this in my entire life,” said Martinez. “Maybe it’s a blessing in disguise,” she said. “Everybody will be in here bidding up stuff.” Racing was rescheduled for Sept. 4 at 3 p.m. To purchase a ticket to race or to make a donation, contact Natalie Martinez at 303-403-5075 or via email at Natalie.martinez@jeffcolibrary.org.
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TUESDAYS 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.
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. NORTH JEFFCO Republican Women meets the second Tuesday of every month at the 911 Driving School, 9100 100th Ave., Suite B-4, Westminster. Check-in is at 6:45 p.m., meeting is from 7-9 p.m. Each month outstanding speakers present information vital to our community. Come join us to deepen your knowledge of election candidates, current legislation, and upcoming events. Both men and women are invited to attend. Admission is free. NORTHWEST AREA Newcomers and Social Club, serving the women of north Jeffco and northwest Denver metro, meets every meet every fourth Tuesday of the month. For information, place and reservations, call Susan Dittman at 303-673-9266 or Patti Bloomquist at 303-940-7478. 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 303-466-5631 or email him at jswanborg@comcast.net. WEDNESDAYS NORTHGLENN MOOSE Lodge 2166 hosts men’s meeting
nights at 8 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 11449 York St., Northglenn. Call 303-457-3391.
WOMEN OF the Moose Chapter 644 meet at 7:30 p.m. the
first and second Wednesday of each month at 11449 York Street, Northglenn. Call 303-457-3391.
A-NAMI (NATIONAL Alliance on Mental Illness-Adams
County) meets from 7-9 p.m. the last Wednesday of every month at the Community Reach Center, 8931 Huron St., Thornton. Each A-NAMI meeting provides participants time for sharing challenges and triumphs, and frequently feature presentations by mental-health professionals and educational discussion. Anyone dealing with a mental illness, including family and friends, may benefit from A-NAMI support. For more information, contact (303) 853-3770; s.bain60@gmail.com.
ARVADA BIZ Connection (http://www.meetup.com/Arvada-
Business-Connection/) is an informal networking event that brings together local entrepreneurs. Meetings are Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30 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 information, call Micki Carwin at 303-997-9098.
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 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.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN Submarine Veterans meets at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month at American Legion WilmoreRichter 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 pre-victimization (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. COMMUNITY COFFEE Join Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp on the
fourth Thursday of each month to talk about issues that are important to you. Community Coffee will be from 7-8 a.m. at La Dolce Vita, Ice Cream Room, 5756 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada; and from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Panera Bread, 10450 Town Center Drive, Westminster.
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 303-5223608.
Westminster Budget Input Requested Public meeting Monday, Sept. 9, at 7 p.m.
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 303-4241207 or go online to www.wbncolorado.com.
City Council will review proposed service modifications associated with the Adopted 2014 Budget.
PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY Support Group The Denver Branch meets from 3:30-5 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of every month at Christ Church United Methodist, 690 Colorado Blvd., Denver; parking and entrance in the back. For information about the Denver Branch meetings, call Dorothy Miller at 303-814-2112 or email dorthy_miller@hotmail.com.
Westminster City Hall, 4800 W. 92nd Ave. City Council Chambers
An official two-year budget for the fiscal years 2013 and 2014 was adopted in October 2012. City Council is interested in hearing your feedback on proposed service modifications for the Adopted 2014 Budget by attending this public meeting. Public comment can also be submitted online at www.westyconnect.us/category/2014-Budget-Review.
Westminster citizens are encouraged to attend!
RALSTON CREEK Sertoma Club meets Thursdays at Panera Bread, 7739 Wadsworth, Arvada. Contact Ron Marquez at 303457-0759 or Ron.Marquez@ddrcco.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 303-4241207 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 jobsearch 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 303-420-1637. 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 303-4289293. 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. MOOSE LODGE 2166 dinners for members and qualified guests from 6-8 p.m. every Friday. For more information, call 303-457-3391. 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. YOGA FOR Survivors Whether you’re a longtime cancer survivor, in treatment or a caregiver to a cancer survivor, Yoga for Cancer Survivors & Caregivers is a great way to live more comfortably in your own body. Benefits include decreased stress and pain, improved sleep and energy, improved lymphatic flow, reduced nausea and a greater sense of well-being. Class led by Shari Turney, a registered yoga instructor with specialized training through Yoga for Survivors. Class offered from 1:30-2:45 p.m. Sundays at Duncan Family YMCA, 6350 Eldridge St., Arvada. Contact Turney at 720-319-3703 or szturney@mac. com before taking your first class to ensure a safe practice. ONGOING ACTIVITIES AA MEETINGS There are more than 1,100 AA meetings in the Denver metro area every week. If you think you may have a problem with alcohol, come see us. Call 303-322-4440 for a meeting in your area, or visit the website at www.daccaa.org. FRONT RANGE Boot Camp gets you out of the gym and gets results. Front Range Boot Camp provides dynamic, unique and results-driven full-body workouts exclusively for women. All ages, sizes and fitness levels will succeed. Indoor location is just behind Super Target at Kipling and 50th Avenue. Outdoor location is Skyline Park by Stenger soccer fields. Email Robyn@ FrontRangeBootCamp.com or go online to www.FrontRangeBootCamp.com. GIRL SCOUTS Snowboard. Scuba dive. Sleep over in a museum or at the zoo. Go backstage at a concert or a Broadway play. Even stage your own Project Runway. Girl Scouts turns normal days into days you’ll remember all your life. Girl Scouts offers girls of all ages and backgrounds a safe place to explore the world and discover their potential. There are now more flexible ways to be a Girl Scout than joining a troop. To explore your options, visit girlscoutsofcolorado.org, email inquiry@ gscolorado.org or call 1-877-404-5708.
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FALLSPORTS 2013 PREVIEW
Week 3 Football It’s all a blur from Pomona junior receiver Isaac Marquez’ view. Marquez tallied 17 touchdowns and an astounding 1,745 total all-purpose yards last season. Photos by Danny Williams
Jeffco football championship worthy this season? League has chances to shine By Daniel Williams
dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com ARVADA - Jeffco football has long been a power in Colorado high school athletics. But this season could be a banner year for Jeffco football across the board. In 5A, 4A and even in 3A, Jeffco has teams that are not only capable of deep playoff runs but perhaps even multiple state champions. Jeffco 5A has two teams that believe they are among the best teams in their classification. Pomona returns nearly a roster that produced 62 total touchdowns — 43 rushing touchdowns. Senior running back Chris Marquez was responsible for 17 touchdowns and an astounding 1,745 total all-purpose yards. Marquez may just be the most dynamic offensive player in the state. But offense isn’t Pomona’s problem. The Panthers returned most of their offense and only a couple of starters from their defense. “Our offense is going to be good, and it has a chance to be special,” Pomona coach Jay Madden said. “But we don’t know exactly what we have yet in our defense. If we can put it all together we will be tough.” Pomona is not the only 5A Jeffco team expected to turn heads this season. Somehow everyone is overlooking Ralston Valley, a team that fell one game short of making it to the state championship game last season. The Mustangs lost a handful of some of their best players from last year’s team but Ralston Valley doesn’t rebuild — they just reload. “Ralston Valley will be back. You may not know some of their guys’ names yet, but they could be really good again,” Madden said. In 4A Jeffco, Wheat Ridge looks to again be the crème of the crop after being ranked the No. 3 team in the state going into 2013. The Farmers proved themselves as one of the best teams in 4A last season, and if it weren’t for injuries some think Wheat Ridge could have won a state title. They have a chance at redemption this season as they return several big-name
Wheat Ridge is hoping to catch fire early on in their schedule this season.
players including senior Tanner Weakland and junior Jordan Jones. Wheat Ridge will be one of the best rushing teams in the state, but whether the team has the goods to make a run at a state title will be determined by how it fares in big regular season match-ups, like at Monarch on Sept. 9 and Denver South on Oct. 11. “We know we could be a really good team, but it is a long road, and it takes a lot of hard work to get to that point. Will we have what it takes? We will see,” Wheat Ridge coach Reid Kahl said.
In 3A, Jeffco D’Evelyn might be a sleeping giant. The Jaguars lost several star talents due to graduation, and while some are counting on D’Evelyn to take a step backwards, the team seems to think it has a chance to be a better this season. “We certainly did lose some star power, but we aren’t a team that is just about one of two guys. This season we have a lot of weapons and a lot of different ways we can hurt teams,” D’Evelyn coach Jeremy Bennett said. D’Evelyn has several high quality receiv-
ers and a better bullpen of running backs that can all hurt you in different ways. Senior receiver Ty McGee might be the most physically dominating receiver in all of 3A football and running back Greg Pearson already has a 100-yard two touchdown game in the books in the Jaguars’ 50-0 blowout victory over Battle Mountain in Week 1. “It’s tough to say what we will be at the end of the season. We have what it takes to be a really good team but we will have to see how the rest of our league shakes out and how we will shake out,” Bennett said.
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2013 PREVIEW
High expectations at Standley Lake, D’Evelyn Alameda
might also be the best one-two punches offensively in the state.
Last season the Pirates won their first two games of the season before going winless the rest of their schedule (2-8, 0-6 in 3A Metro). This season Alameda plans on another fast start and if the Pirates can find consistency they want many more wins. Alameda will kick the season off hosting Skyview 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30. Player to Watch: Keep an eye on senior lineman Juan Dominquez.
Ralston Valley
Last season the Mustangs fell just short of winning a state title. And while not many people are talking about Ralston Valley as a title contender again the Mustangs themselves think they can be just as good as they were last season (11-2, 5-0 in 5A North Metro). But it won’t be easy. Besides losing some of the best players to graduation the Mustangs also have to survive a league that includes Pomona, Fairview, Legacy and A-West. Ralston Valley will host Longmont at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30. Player to Watch: The Mustangs still have some firepower in junior running back Andrew Wingard who recorded 10 rushing touchdowns last season.
Arvada
The Bulldogs are no longer going to be bullied. Last season head coach Tom Baker brought Arvada back to respectability (5-5, 2-4 in 3A Metro) and the team won more games in 2012 than they did over the four previous seasons combined. Matt Cisneros will now try to build off what Baker accomplished and try to take the Bulldogs to the next level. Arvada will kick off its season playing at Weld Central at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30. Player to Watch: Versatile senior Jessy Jackson, who might turn into a star in 2013.
Arvada West
By the end of last season the Wildcats looked like they started to figure things out. A-West won two of its last four games after winning only one of its first six games of the season (3-7, 1-4 5A North Metro). Moreover, it wasn’t necessarily that the Wildcats weren’t a good team but maybe more the fact that A-West is one of the toughest football leagues in the entire state. A-West starts the 2013 schedule hosting Overland at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29. Players to Watch: Senior Allen Martin and his nine touchdowns from last season return, as well as leading receiver senior Marcus Culhane.
Bear Creek
The Bears weren’t as bad as their record indicated last season (2-8, 0-5 in 5A Super 6). Despite only two wins, Bear Creek continued to fight all season and the second win was a 35-20 victory over Poudre in their last game. Head coach Zach Morris thinks his team learned a lot of last season’s struggles, and this team is ready to get back to the top of their league’s standings this season. The Bears will start their season on the road traveling to Florida to play Okeechobee at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30. Player to Watch: Sophomore quarterback Nate Madrid might be the breakout player in 5A Super 6 league play this season.
D’Evelyn
Offensively the Jaguars will be a juggernaut. Defensively they will be a work in progress. But D’Evelyn still could be a very good team this season, and the team thinks it
Wheat Ridge
D’Evelyn senior quarterback Connor Mateer confidently calls for the snap. Photo by Danny Williams can overcome Conifer for a league championship this season. The Jaguars lost a couple star players to graduation but depthwise they have a chance to be a more complete team this season. D’Evelyn will play at Battle Mountain at Trailblazer Stadium 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30. Player to Watch: Senior Ty McGee looks like a tight end but the big, strong and fast receiver will be one of 3A Metro’s best allaround players.
Golden
The Demons have won only a couple games over the past couple seasons combined (1-9, 0-5 in 4A Mountain) stirring a change at the helm and the addition of new head coach Jason Neely. Already Neely has made an impact on his team, and the school and many people around Jeffco think Golden could soon return to the promise land. The Demons kick off their season playing at Thompson Valley at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29. Player to Watch: Keep your eye on junior receiver Cole Greff.
Green Mountain
After back-to-back 7-4 seasons the Rams might be ready to break out. Green Mountain started off last season red hot winning seven of its first eight games, but lost their final three games of the season. This season the Rams have a majority of the best offensive weapons back, and they have a chance to be special in 2013. Green Mountain will host Greeley Central at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 19. Player to Watch: Senior running back
Josh Einerston averaged 97.8 yards per game last season and had six touchdowns. Those numbers will increase this season.
Lakewood
Last season the Tigers opened up their season winning three of their first four games. The problem is they dropped three of their final four games to close the season (5-5, 2-3 in 5A Super 6). Lakewood couldn’t keep up offensively with its competition down the stretch. This season the Tigers won’t have that same problem as they have perhaps the best offensive player in their league ready for another huge season. As a sophomore Sean Pinson-Boggs rushed for nearly 1,000 yards and recorded 10 touchdowns. As a junior, he might be one of the most dynamic players in the state in 2013. Lakewood will debut at Loveland at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31. Another Player to Watch: Junior Jacob Romero will be utilized by the Tigers offense.
Pomona
The Panthers always have very high expectations and they usually live up to them. Pomona returns with one of the best offenses in the state (9-3, 4-1 last season), however, they only have a couple starters returning on the defensive side of the ball. If Pomona can put it all together they could be hoisting a state championship trophy come winter. The Panthers open their schedule at Broomfield at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30. Brothers to Watch: The Marquez Brothers, Chris (senior) and Isacc (junior), are not only from the same womb but they
The Farmers proved to be one of the best teams in the state last year. This year they have a chance to prove they are the single best team in all of 4A. Armed with a rushing attack that can run over any defense in their league, the Farmers think they might be better than last season. Injuries hurt Wheat Ridge last season and perhaps cost them a state championship. This season they plan on putting a hurting on the rest of the 4A teams. Player to Watch: Keep an eye on junior Dakota Koeneke who might be the Farmers next impact player.
Standley High School
Coach: Don Morse (10th season). Last year’s record: 7-4. Returning players: Trey Jarvis, TE/DE, SR; Jordan Downing, TB, SR; Mike Mayer, OT/DT, SR; Tony Manzanares, OG/DT, SR; Michael Shahamat, OG/DT, SR. Outlook: Eight returning starters on offense, six returning starters on defense. High expectations, great team speed, lack of depth on offensive line. Players had a great summer and are excited to build on success and improve on last season.
District 50 Westminster High School
Coach: Kerry Denison (4th year). Last year’s record: 5-5. Returning players: Ryan Belearde, RB/DB, SR; Joe Palisoul, OL/ LB, SR; Chris Wood, OL, SR; Nick Etchells, FB/LB, JR; Alfred Ramos, RB/DB, SR; Jake Walklett, QB, JR. Outlook: To win the EMAC conference championship and continue to make the state playoffs for a fourth consecutive year after a 20-year hiatus and win in the playoffs.
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WESTMINSTER POLICE BRIEFS Theft: A 20-year-old Aurora woman was arrested Aug. 17 at Wal-Mart at 9499 Sheridan Blvd. after trying to steal a $98 sound system. A loss prevention officer said the woman took the item off a display shelf and walked straight to the service desk with it. Since she had no receipt, her attempt to return it was turned down. She then walked to the exit doors with the unpaid merchandise. She was issued a summons and later released. Neglect of animals, cruelty to animals, sanitation, rabies vaccination required, dog license required: An officer was dispatched Aug. 16 at 2:20 p.m. to the 9400 block of Brentwood Street in reference to an animal neglect. It was learned the 61-year-old woman who lived at that address had been gone for two weeks on vacation, leaving her dog home alone without supervision or care. The reporting party said the dog – a white and tan Chihuahua – was in an upstairs window and barking excessively. The officer observed what appeared to be large amounts of trash through the window. Through a
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capability of allowing teachers to better personalize instruction through a more efficient data storage program. “Quality instruction is driven by data,” Millard said. “Data is critical. The formative data that I collect on a daily basis, that’s my bread and butter.” Millard said that teachers often spend much of their time logging in and out of databases that aren’t connected to one another, which he said takes away time for classroom instruction. “There is a critical need for a system to tie together the data that we have,” Millard said. Supporters tried to alleviate security and privacy concerns that dominated the discussion. Matt Cormier, Jeffco’s Education Research and Design executive director, said that even though inBloom is capable of maintaining 400 data fields on students, the district will decide which data fields it will use.
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about boat traffic. Plus it’s just gorgeous out there.” By the end of the September, the camping ground and all water activity will end until the following May, but the rest of the park is open year-
records search, the homeowner’s identity was learned. The officer left a message on the woman’s voicemail and posted a written warning on the front door advising of the complaint, and requested that she call within 24 hours to verify her dog’s welfare. The next day, the officer drove by numerous times and saw that there was still nobody home and the posted notice was still on the front door. The woman’s employer was contacted and said she was expected back at work on Aug. 18. The officer drive to the residence that day and saw a car in the driveway. The woman came to the front door when the officer knocked and said she had been away on vacation, but that someone was taking care of her animals while she was gone. The officer noted a strong stench of urine and feces coming from inside the home, and saw that the home’s interior was filled with trash and clutter. The walls were stained with dirt and grime. The officer saw a Chihuahua with very long nails and a Siamese cat that appeared to be in good health. The woman said her dog was 14 years old and never let her cut its nails. She said she had vaccination
paperwork for her animals, but didn’t know where they were. She admitted the dog was not licensed with the city. The officer issued the woman a summons for the above charges and advised her to get her dog’s nails professionally trimmed prior to her court date. She was also instructed to have both her pets vaccinated and the dog licensed. Theft: Two juveniles were arrested Aug. 15 at 4:32 p.m. when they tried to steal $70.25 worth of merchandise from Wal-Mart at 7144 Sheridan Blvd. Both were issued summonses and later released. Theft: An 18-year-old Federal Heights man was arrested Aug. 12. at 1:25 p.m. when he tried to steal $17.84 in merchandise from King Soopers at 10351 Federal Blvd. He was issued a summons and later released. Items in the police reports are compiled from public information contained in police department records. Charges or citations listed don’t imply guilt or innocence, and all people are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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Cormier also said that inBloom “meets the most stringent federal guidelines for security,” something that was echoed by inBloom representatives, who also attended the meeting. Sharren Bates, the company’s chief product officer, told audience members that whatever data Jeffco decides to use, the information will never be sold or shared with other entities. “What keeps that from happening? It’s federal law,” Bates said. “It’s not because I’m a nice person and would never do that. We do not, will not, cannot … we won’t ever do it.” But those assurances did little to quell the concerns of others. Rachael Stickland, a Jeffco parent, told board members that children are not “widgets” to be experimented with. “I believe it is the collective will that you proceed with great caution,” Stickland said. Kaliah Barnes of the Electronic Privacy Information Center, a Washington, D.C.-based organization that researches civil liberty issues, said that inBloom’ system offers “too few safeguards for data sent to private companies.” Barnes recommended that if the
district ends up piloting an inBloombacked data system, that it enter into “comprehensive agreements that specifically address confidentiality.” The majority of the audience clearly came into the meeting with concerns about inBloom. Often, panelists who spoke out against inBloom were applauded, while others were met with snickers or even boos. The meeting peaked when Jeffco Public Schools Superintendent Cindy Stevenson tried to quell concerns about the sharing or selling of student data to outside groups. Her comments were met with a spattering of laughter, with one audience member overheard saying, “Gimme a break!” “We have never sold data and we never will,” Stevenson responded, tersely. “I would never, ever sell data on children.” The board did not take action on inBloom. The next step in the process could be for the board to hear a report of findings that will be presented by a Data Management Advisory Council. The council, which is made up of parents, educators and technology experts, will make a “stop” or “go” recommendation regarding inBloom by January 2014.
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Littleton Rotarian Bob Moore, left, hands a ceramic clean water filter to a resident of the area around San Lucas, Nicaragua. Moore and members of the Somoto, Nicaragua, Rotary Club distributed 70 of the filters to residents of the area. Photos by Tom Munds
Rotarians wrap up water project Somoto clubs’ and Denver rotarians joint effort puts filters in 448 homes of villagers By Tom Munds
tmunds@ourcoloradonews.com More than a year of planning, preparation and work culminated July 21 when Rotarians from Colorado and Nicaragua distributed 70 clean-water filters to residents of the small village of San Lucas. Eight Rotarians from the chapter in Somoto, Nicaragua, and Colorado Rotarians Bob Moore of the Littleton chapter and Monty Schmidt of the Westminster chapter assembled the 70 ceramic filters and gave them to the local residents selected by the local priest to receive them. Moore, who was making his third trip to Nicaragua on projects for the Casa Unida foundation and to help with the filter projects, said the Rotarian project exceeded expectations. “The original proposal was to use the Rotarian grants to buy the materials and build 261 bio-sand filter systems,” he said. “We based the project number on the material prices from local Nicaraguan vendors. When they found out what we were doing they reduced material prices so we had money left over and it was decided to use the money to buy 180 ceramic filters.” Moore and Schmidt helped Somoto Nicaraguans assemble and distribute the last 70 filters to residents of the San Lucas area. As she received her filter, San Lucas area resident Maria Cruz, 77, smiled and hugged Somoto Rotarian Claudia Quiroz. An interpreter said Cruz thanked Quiroz and asked God to bless her and everyone who made it possible for her family now to finally have clean water to drink. The Rotarians worked with the priest to select the San Lucas area families that would benefit the most from the cleanwater filters. Yvonne Castillo, Somoto Rotary Club president, said most San Lucas area residents used water from wells or streams that contained bacteria and other contamination. She said the specially-designed ceramic filter liner contains elements that will purify water and could provide about 30 liters of safe, clean drinking water a day. The San Lucas distribution wraps up a program that began more than a year ago when Somoto Rotarians because they wanted to bring clean, safe drinking water to families in the rural mountain areas of northern Nicaragua. The Nicaraguans talked about the project to Moore and other area Rotarians who brought the request back to their clubs. “We looked into the filter project and decided to try to work with the club in Somoto to make the project happen,” Moore said.
Maria Cruz, left, accepts a ceramic clean water filter from Somoto, Nicaragua, Rotary Club member Claudia Quiroz. Rotary clubs from Somoto, Littleton and other Colorado communities joined forces on the clean water project.
“Money was needed to build the filters so our club, the Littleton Sunrise Rotary Club and the Aurora Gateway Rotary Club raised about $8,000. We then sent a successful request for additional financial support to the district and to Rotary International which increased the total project funding to about $21,000.” “Some of these people walked more than an hour to receive these filters that will make a difference in their lives,” Moore said. Now that the filter project is completed, the Somoto and Colorado Rotarians are discussing by email if they want to join forces on another project and, if so, what that project would be. The initial portion of the project involved constructing and distributing 270 bio-sand filter systems. The container was made of plastic pipe 30 inches in diameter with gravel and sand making up the filter system. The ceramic filter systems are the same shape and size. The decision to switch to the ceramic filters was made because so many areas like that around San Lucas area doesn’t have access to the amount of water needed to wash the dirt and debris out of the gravel and sand for a bio sand filter. A large crowd gathered near the church in San Lucas on the day the filters were distributed. “There were big smiles when someone’s name was called to receive a filter system. Each of them thanked us, picked up the filters and started on the walk home,” Moore added.