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Sigg pleads guilty to all charges Sentencing date set in November By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Austin Sigg, the 18-year-old accused of murdering 10-year-old Jessica Ridgeway,

pleaded guilty to all charges on Tuesday, including first degree murder, kidnapping and sexual assault on a child. The announcement was made just days before the trial was set to being on Oct. 3. District Court Chief Judge Stephen Munsinger accepted the plea and set a sentencing hearing for Nov. 18, which is expected to take two days.

Sara Ridgeway, third from the left, listens as Jefferson County District Attorney Peter Weir speaks to the media about Austin Sigg’s guilty plea during a press conference on Tuesday. Photo by Ashley Reimers

During Tuesday’s hearing, Sigg appeared in dress clothes leaving behind his jail apparel. It was made clear in the court that the decision to plead guilty was Sigg’s, going against the advice of his counsel. On Sept. 30, Sigg’s attorneys contacted the prosecution team and told them Sigg wanted to plead guilty. This plea covers 15 charges, including the attempted kidnapping charge in the Ketner Lake jogger case. Sigg faces life in prison, without the possibility of parole until after 40 years. But during a press conference after the hearing, District Attorney Peter Weir said during sentencing, the prosecution will be asking for a sentence of life in prison, without parole eligibility. “Today Mr. Sigg pled guilty to all charges. He has been held fully accountable for his criminal acts. There was no plea bargain. There was no ‘deal.’ No charges were dismissed as part of a plea bargain,” Weir said. “However, three counts of felony murder merge into the count of first degree murder – after deliberation count. A person can only be convicted and sentenced to the murder of a person once.” Jessica’s mother, Sara Ridgeway and other family members were present for the hearing and the press conference, but did not speak to the media. Upon hearing the news of the guilty plea, prosecutor Dana Easter said it was still difficult for the family because of the ups and downs of the case.

“The first person we called was the mother, and it was difficult for her,” Easter said. “There is nothing joyful in this case. I think it was hard for the family to hear because you get your mind set for a trial and then to have it go away is Sigg difficult.” Westminster Police Chief Lee Birk spoke during the press conference thanking several law enforcement agencies for their hard work on the case. He said the date of the guilty plea serves as a milestone in terms of closure and the healing process for both the Ridgeway family and the community. “We want to thank the many public safety agencies and partners who assisted the Westminster Police Department in this case,” Birk said. “We want to also thank the Ridgeway family for putting their trust in our agency.” Jessica disappeared on Oct. 5, 2012 on her way to school in Westminster. Her disappearance triggered a massive search effort by law enforcement and volunteers. Parts of her body were found in a remote part of Arvada and later in Sigg’s home. Sigg admitted to kidnapping and murdering Jessica to his mother before law enforcement was called. He was arrested on Oct. 23, 2012.

Man found guilty of shooting Gomez shot police officer, then fled the scene Staff Report

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The Orchard Festival on Saturday in Historic Westminster featured a variety of activities, entertainment, food and booths. The art galleries in the area, like Iddle Bits of This and That, were also open to the public. Photo by Ashley Reimers

Woman spreads lung awareness through race By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Patricia Lyman considers her lung cancer diagnosis a lucky one. The 16-year Westminster resident had come in to be screened for another health issue, but left with a Stage 1 lung cancer diagnosis in September last year. “My diagnosis was an incidental finding. I had no symptoms at all,” she said. “Most people find out about lung cancer after they have some symptoms, and by that time it’s usually at stage 3 or 4. I was very lucky.” After the diagnosis, Lyman underwent surgery to remove the cancer, and since then she’s had two clean CAT Scan screen-

ings. The gratefully healthy Lyman is involved in the Free to Breath Denver 5K Run/Walk as an advocate for research and fundraising, hoping to spread lung cancer awareness. She said she wants to do whatever she can to help others in her same situation as well as prevent future lung cancer diagnoses. “As an advocate I help people become aware of the lung cancer symptoms and spread awareness,” she said. “Lung cancer is pretty much the number one cancer killer not just in the United State but the world. There is a great need for research, and for research to happen there needs to be funding.” The fourth annual Free to Breathe Den-

ver 5K Run/Walk is Oct. 6 at Washington Park, 701 S. Franklin St. in Denver. Registration and check-in begins at 7:30 a.m. followed by the opening rally at 8:45 a.m. with the start of the race at 9 a.m. Cost is $35 to participate and all proceeds support the National Lung Cancer Partnership, a nonprofit organization dedicated to doubling lung cancer survival by 2022. “Anyone with lungs can get lung cancer,” Lyman said. “Most people know someone who has been affected by the lung cancer and this event is a great way to help fund more research.” For more information, visit www.FreetoBreathe.org/denver.

Following a four-day trial, a Jefferson County jury found Larry Lynn Gomez, 34, guilty of shooting a Westminster police officer in November 2012. The jury trial began on Sept. 16. Gomez was found guilty of attempted murder of a police officer and first degree assault. On Nov. 7, 2012 a Westminster police officer made a traffic stop at 72nd Avenue and Sheridan Boulevard. Gomez was the driver of the car and was stopped for what appeared to be a routine license plate violation. As the officer got out of his marked patrol car and approached Gomez’s car, Gomez leaned out of the car window, shot the officer, and then sped away. On Nov. 6, 2012, Gomez was in Denver where he is alleged to have fired shots at Denver Police officers during a traffic stop. The Denver District Attorney filed charges in that case and a trial date in Denver has been set for Nov. 18. Working together with Westminster, Denver and Aurora police, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and District Attorney investigators arrested Gomez in Aurora two days later, on Nov. 9, 2012. “We are very pleased with the outcome of our trial,” said District Attorney Peter Weir. “Fortunately, in this case the officer didn’t sustain life-threatening injuries. But anyone who fires at a police officer will be held accountable. Great police work and cooperation between these agencies resulted in Mr. Gomez’s swift arrest and prosecution.”

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Storyteller helps others reach within He doesn’t remember quite what motivated him to offer a class to senior citizens on how to write your own life story. But then, for Garrett Ray, at 77 no youngster himself, life has been all about stories. The first page of his in-progress book starts this way: “Our stories begin as fragments in an attic trunk, nearly forgotten, then rediscovered, sometimes to our surprise. We pull out bits of fabric, examine the colors, move the scraps around, enjoy each one as a unique link to our past. Then we begin to place them side by side, discovering patterns we had not seen before, rearranging, looking again.” When you think about it, that’s who we are, isn’t it? A jumble of pieces steadily stitched into a narrative that somehow, one day, amazingly and unexpectedly, becomes a good story. You just have to see it. “Everybody … has stories to tell,” says Ray, in his soft and quick-paced voice, “if you can just get them to think that way.” The classes began in 2010 in the Highlands Ranch retirement complex he and his wife of 53 years moved to after a first career as a newspaper reporter and editor and a second one as a journalism professor. He calls this his third act. Offered once or twice a year for five hours over five weeks, the classes average 10 to 15 students. Even though he wrote weekly newspaper columns for more than 20 years, Ray uses Lois Daniel’s book, “How to Write Your Own Life Story,” to help teach his students. “A lot of them think if you’re going to write your life story, you’ve got to start with the first day,” Ray says. But you don’t. You look for the moments. “It might be a happy incident … or a house you lived in,” Ray says. “And that’s

where you ought to start, and guaranteed … you have enough stories to string together to make a pretty impressive package.” That’s what Dottie and John Talbott are doing. The couple, in their 80s, attended one of Ray’s classes last year. John, who can no longer type or write, is in a motorized wheelchair and speaks very softly. So he dictated his stories to Dottie, who typed them on the computer. “We figured out what things to talk about and what things to put in his memoir up to his sophomore year in college,” Dottie says. That’s when they met. “It was great fun,” she says, with a laugh. “I heard a lot of things I didn’t even know about him and we’ve been married for 63 years.” This winter, Dottie plans to write her part, which also will end at sophomore year in college. Then, she and John will compile the rest together. When the story is complete, one of their three daughters will add photographs and print the book. Their children, seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, Dottie says, “will know who we are.” ••• Ray’s passion for writing started when he was 11 in Greeley, where he grew up. He,

his younger brother and sister and a couple of friends published a weekly newspaper called “The Neighborhood News” for three summers. They wrote about lost dogs and vacation trips and home improvements. He learned a bit about storytelling from his mother, a reporter and editor at The Greeley Tribune. His tenure as editor and publisher at The Littleton Independent from the 1960s to 1981 won him state and national acclaim — he was recently inducted into the Denver Press Club Hall of Fame. And he continued sharing his love for storytelling with students as a professor at Colorado State University until retiring in 2001. When you get it just right, writing is a gift, Ray says: “The human being … the eccentricities of people, the joys of people, the sadness of lives. … Almost anything will shape itself into a story if you can figure out how to start.” He smiles, blue eyes earnest behind his glasses, as he answers a question about the writing of his life story. Working on it, he says. “I’ve got to give myself a deadline — I only respond to deadlines, I think.” But he has a good start. A white utility binder encompasses 70 or so pages, some copies of the “Scratch Pad” columns he wrote for the newspaper, others written more recently. Each carries a simple title. There’s “The house on the corner.” “When we turn the corner by the house, I always hope someone will be standing outside so I can stop and say, `I grew up here!’ Here is where my parents planted the iris garden, and here, my grandmother grew roses, feeding them coffee grounds each evening.” And “Playing back the old tapes.” “We carry old tape recordings in our unconscious minds. …” And “Farm boys” and “Understand-

ing Dad” and “Thanksgiving at Grandma Ray’s.” And “In 2007 I became old.” “I have begun to notice the darkening beauty of our mountain ridge against the last light in the western sky. I wait for the dusk, grateful for the purity, the clarity, the nightly gift. “I dance with Bailey, overflowing with 18 months of toothy grins and joyful rhythms, to `Sleeping Beauty’ and `Mary Had a Little Lamb.’ “I cry easily, in sadness, in joy, in gratitude, in celebration. “In 2007, I became 71. I forgave myself. I began to wonder what happens next.” Ray calls his in-progress book “Partial Recall” because he doesn’t remember every detail. Just bits and pieces stand out. His life story, he says, is not cohesive. “This is not going to have the nice, smooth flow that a memoir would have. I don’t know if it will work or not. But it doesn’t make any difference if it works or not if I’m happy with it.” In the end, he hopes his grandchildren and their children, whoever reads his words, will think “it was worth their time.” Remember the first page, where Ray describes stories as scraps of fabric that we constantly rearrange and lay side-by-side into stories that matter? Here is the last line to that paragraph: “Before our eyes, a larger scene emerges, full of memories and color. Finally, our patchwork quilts reveal the stories of our lives.” We all have one. We just have to see it.

Ann Macari Healey’s column about people, places and issues of everyday life appears every other week. She can be reached at ahealey@ourcoloradonews.com or 303-5664110.

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Positions on a tax hike-funded overhaul of the state’s school finance system and a controversial student information database are just a couple of the major policy areas where two Jefferson County school board candidates differ. th 18 Ken Witt and Gordon “Spud” Van de ms, Water, both of Littleton, are vying to fill an ittle open seat on the Jefferson County Board of Education this fall. tiTheir contest will determine which man will represent Jeffco’s District 5, an area that elf. I includes the cities of Littleton and parts of south Lakewood. al The candidates are seeking to fill the seat everythat’s being vacated by outgoing District 5 director Paula Noonan, who will not be e. seeking re-election. Van de Water is a parent and a grandpare. ent who touts three decades of work in education and policy research as a key area that or separates him from his opponent. “If you want somebody who knows the ren policy world, what it means to work on a policy and how to get to a conclusion on an me.” issue, then you might want to vote for me,” y he said. at we Witt is a Colorado native with four childe dren, who is active in church-based youth activities. h: He believes that his background in bigges, business data security has prepped him for the type of leadership that he thinks is ur needed on the school board. “I have dealt with groups of people who it. have come at issue with different perspectives and different desires,” he said. “I try to get others to identify a common goal and get folks to agree on a solution.” ple, rs Differences on the issues

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Van de Water said that, if elected, he will 566- focus on issues through a student achievement lens, especially now that the district

will soon be faced with implementing new student assessment mandates. “We have a persistent, stubborn achievement gap in our schools,” Van de Water said, referring to student testing scores that continue to show that students in certain demographics lag behind their peers. “I’m very interested in finding out how we align things from preschool through college, and making easy transition for students, throughout.” Witt said that he hears from parents in the district who are “proud” of Jeffco schools in general, but that he also hears concerns from those who believe that their voices aren’t being heard by district policymakers. “They don’t feel the school board solicits community input before making decisions,” he said. And Witt especially believes that the board is “a little late to the game on public input” on the district’s plans to implement a virtual classroom dashboard. The dashboard, which is expected to be piloted next year, will collect student academic data in a singular database and is aimed at allowing teachers to better personalize instruction. However, opponents have expressed concerns over student privacy and security issues that the database could bring and they have questioned the role of the nonprofit that will fuel the dashboard — inBloom, which has received both national praise and criticism over the type of student data it is capable of storing. Witt feels that the district needs to heed the concerns that have been voiced by parents. “I do have some concerns over the risks to students’ privacy. What data might be gathered and how this database is being shared are areas of significant concern,” Witt said. “It’s essential that we not only secure the information, but we need to also agree on what information is being collected.

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Witt also said that the project — which will come at $2-$5 per student cost to the district in 2015, when the pilot periods ends — could end up costing more than what administrators think because of the potential purchasing of “new applications and new interfaces that will have to play well with inBloom.” Van de Water said he has studied the classroom dashboard issue and that he supports its implementation. “I am in favor of giving teachers the technology and the tools and the support they need to do better in the classroom,” he said. “I ask, ‘Is this a good thing for teachers?’ I think it looks like a good thing to me.” “You have security and privacy issues, but best I can tell, there are higher levels of security and more levels of security than we currently have (with current data systems). Is it perfect? No. you’re not going to get to perfect in this world.” The two men also disagree on their positions on Amendment 66 — the November ballot question that seeks $950 million in new taxes that will fund an overhaul of the state’s school finance system. Van de Water supports the ballot measure. “I think it’s very good that the state is trying to get back to a more adequate funding system of education,” he said. “We’ve lost $1 billion in funding over last four years.” But Witt opposes Amendment 66, in part because Jeffco tax payers will end up paying more into the system that what the district will receive in actual funding. “I don’t believe that the Amendment 66 structure is an appropriate way to fund education,” Witt said. “It’s bad for Jeffco.” Witt took a shot at Van de Water not having children who attend Jeffco schools, saying that a candidate’s “recent experience in the Jeffco school district” is important. But Van de Water called that a ridiculous criticism.

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JEFFCO NEWS IN A HURRY Book signing with Edna Ogle

Local author and former teacher for Jeffco schools, Edna Ogle, will be holding a second book signing for her story and memoir titled “Teaching School on the Wyoming Prairie in the 1940s” on Thursday, Oct. 3, at the Community Recreation Center at 6842 Wadsworth Blvd. in Arvada, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Copies of her books will be available at the book signing.

Planning Commission on North Mountains Land Use Re-scheduled

The Jeffco planning commission rescheduled to meet on Wednesday, Oct 9, at 6:15 p.m. at the Jefferson County Administration and Courts Building in Hearing Room 1 to decide whether to adopt or reject the revised North Mountains Area Plan. Public testimony will be allowed. The draft will give future land use recommendations for properties in northwest Jeffco including Golden Gate Canyon and Coal Creek Canyon. For more info on the draft plan and staff report go www.jeffco.us/planning under Community Plan Update, click North Mountains.

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October means time to focus on fire prevention By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews. com October is Fire Prevention Month and to spread the word, the Westminster Fire Department is providing learning opportunities throughout the month to teach adults and youngsters fire safety tips. Fire Prevention month started after the Great Chicago Fire in 1871. Since then the President of the United States proclaims Fire Prevention Week to land during the week that includes the date of the fire, Oct. 8-9. But the city extends that tradition the entire month. This year’s national theme is “Prevent Kitchen Fires.” “Kitchen fires are the number one cause of fire injuries in the U.S.,” said public education officer Sherrie Leeka. “The biggest things we are trying to remind people about are never leave cooking food unattended and when it comes to grease fires on the stove, always just put a lid on it and turn off the heat.” Although the theme is geared around kitchen fires, Fire Preven-

October is Fire Prevention Month and this year’s theme is “Preventing Kitchen Fires.” The photo above is an example of a kitchen fire the Westminster Fire Department responded to in September. Photo Courtesy of the Westminster Fire Department tion Month also focuses on integration of fire safety behaviors into daily activities. Leeka said it’s very important for families to have a home escape

plan with two ways out, practice the plan twice a year and to always check smoke alarms. During a recent call, the fire department responded to a structure

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cause of the smoke alarm. “The smoke caused the alarm to sound and the family evacuated and called for help - saving their home from serious damage and more importantly, possibly saving their lives,” said Public Information Officer Diana Wilson. To reach the community with fire tips, the fire department is hosting an open house on Oct. 19 at Fire Station 4 as well as manning a booth at the Halloween Carnival on Oct. 26 at City Park Recreation Center. Leeka and some other firefighters are also sharing tips through an educational program for third graders at Westminster elementary schools. During the program, Leeka will be teaching the students about arson and home exit drills through fun games. And every child goes home with a fire safety bag. “We really focus on teaching the kids what arson means and that they can go to jail if they’re involved in arson,” she said. “It’s amazing how many kids don’t know what it means. So it’s important to teach them the consequences.” For more information on fire safety, visit www.firepreventionweek.org

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with tkranz@ourcoloradonews.com nt is ct. 19 Skiing can be expensive — by time you manget all your gear, trek up the mountain and ween pay for your pass. The cost alone can deter Park many from even trying it out. Progresh — an indoor training center fightdedicated to action sports — invites people ough of all skill levels to give skiing (and biking, third climbing, snowboarding, skateboarding menand tumbling) a go. “It’s an outlet for kids and adults to try a will it first to see if they like a sport, to introut arduce them to it,” said Progresh co-founder ough Questor “Q” Sapnu. “This place is for begingoes ners and professionals. We have skill coaches able to work with any skill level.” hing Progresh opened its doors Sept. 7 at and 9499 N. Washington St. in Thornton. The re in11,000-square-foot facility has 45-foot ceiling and features synthetic snow jump into kids an airbag with multiple drop-in platforms, o it’s rails, cliff drop, and a learning slope with consynthetic snow for skiers and snowboarders. n fire For skateboarders and bikers, there’s a tion-

Progresh, an indoor training facility for ski, snowboard, skateboard, BMX and tumbling, opened for business last month at 9499 N. Washington St. in Thornton. The 11,000 square-foot facility has 45-foot ceiling and features plenty of areas to train. Photo courtesy of Progresh mega ramp into an airbag with adjustable drop-in platform; an eight-foot drop into an airbag to practice stair drops; a flow park with a bowl, spine, vertical wall and minihalf; and a street course with ledges, rails, banks and quarter pipes. For tumbling, the facility has Olympicgrade trampolines, a spring floor, balance and trampoline boards and a harness sys-

tem with twisting belts for the ultimate trampoline training. The main feature, however, is the custom-made airbag the center uses instead of foam. Students can use the bag with skis, snowboards, bikes, skateboards or by freedropping. “It’s like landing in a cloud,” Sapnu said.

While professionals do train at Progresh, Sapnu said that the environment is safe and encouraging and no one should feel intimidated to try out a sport. “We try to get everyone to support each other,” he said. The centers offers viewing areas with WiFi and USB charging stations, a game room, computer lab for digital media editing and production, outdoor patio with views of downtown Denver and the mountains and meals and snacks. “The videos on the website do not do it justice — you have to see this place in person to feel the energy, see the smiles — that’s where it really is,” Sapnu said. The cross-training facility offers a variety of classes, camps, drop-in sessions, group activities and even hosts birthdays and field trips. Sapnu and co-founders Kyle Henley and Mike Pies trained together at a place similar to Progresh in Copper Mountain — a trip that sometimes took two hours in traffic. They worked together to create a similar facility in the Denver area to provide an easily accessible action/snow-sport destination for everyone, year round. “When visitors come here we want them to learn something, but we want them to think they just had the best time in the world,” Sapnu said. Call 720-441-2112 or visit www.progresh. com for more information.

Talks about county corrections site location begin again Commissioners start over as they meet with city councils By Amy Woodward

awoodward@ourcoloradonews.com County commissioners will be on an educational tour to municipalities in the county to present information on community corrections, its functions, and why the

county is interested in relocating the proposed correctional facility that fell flat this past July. The proposed site along Wide Acres road angered nearby residents, and efforts to place a corrections facility there were abandoned. “We still have an interest in moving it,” County Commissioner Casey Tighe said. On Sept. 16, county commissioners made a presentation to Lakewood city

council, and will present to Golden city council members on Thursday, Oct. 10, at 8 p.m. The meetings are not about location approvals, Commissioner Tighe said. “The purpose of this is to provide an informational presentation to city council on what corrections is,” he said. “We have not identified a location.” As part of the tour, commissioners will request city council members for their input on potential site locations and financial

assistance options. “One of the lessons we learned is we needed to engage the community more,” Commissioner Tighe said. “Our process wasn’t as good as it could have been.” Future scheduled meetings include Oct. 21 with the Westminster City Council (6:30 p.m.), Oct. 28 with the Arvada City Council (6 p.m.), Nov. 14 with the Edgewater City Council (7 p.m.), and the Wheat Ridge City Council on Nov. 18 (6:30 p.m.).

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We love letters, but stay within lines In an era in which readers are more likely to post comments at the bottom of an online article or on a blog or on Facebook, we believe there is still a place for the good old-fashioned letter to the editor. Unlike online commenting, letters to the editor must go through something of a vetting process before being published. Largely, this is in order to maintain a measure of civility that, sadly, is often lacking online. On our opinion pages, we aim to provide a forum to stir community conversation. We appreciate diversity of thought and do not pick which letters run or don’t run based on our viewpoint. If you’re wondering why your letter wasn’t printed or are hoping to have one that is, read what follows. These do’s and don’ts will make the process easier for you and our editors. Do: • Your homework. In other words, check your facts. We have a small staff and can’t

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Should Todd Helton be in the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame? Folks around Denver were asked whether they believe Helton is Cooperstown material, after the Rockies slugger belted his 369th career home run and 592nd career double during his final home game on Sept. 25.

“Yes. He played with a losing team for so many years, and he still produced. He pretty much defined what baseball players should be.” Josh Martinez, Denver

“I’ve seen his stats. If he doesn’t make it to the Hall of Fame then we ought to reconsider who else shouldn’t be in there.” Chuck Burton, Denver

“His numbers aren’t good enough. He was good for the Rockies, but there’s a lot of people there who have better numbers than he has.” David Lee, Denver

“If you take his stats at face value, then yeah. The guy’s stats are worthy.” Chris Bond, Denver

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When ‘facts’ become fiction What do the following “facts” have in common? 1) We are currently on a pace to tie the all-time record low for Atlantic Ocean hurricanes in a year. 2) School vouchers do not raise achievement levels across the board. And 3) Chicago is the gun murder capitol of America. Answer: whether or not you believe these facts has more to do with your politics than whether the researchers were thorough and accurate. According to a new study by the National Science Foundation and Yale University, our political leanings will often dictate what facts we allow to penetrate our decision-making processes. Worse still is that sometimes we allow those biases to even change how we approach finding solutions to seemingly objective problems like simple math. And you wondered how it was possible that Congress can’t seem to balance a checkbook. Apparently, two plus two only equals four as long as neither George Bush nor Barack Obama asks the question. And you want to know what’s even worse? This study also suggests that highly educated people are even more susceptible to altering their process depending on their politics. Apparently, one of the skills you master as you stay in school longer is the ability to rationalize. Which explains college campuses, I guess. This sort of cultural bias towards information goes a long way towards explaining why we’ve become so polarized as a body politic. It is no longer possible to have discussions with opposition based on facts because nobody is willing to acknowledge the facts that the other side presents. We sift through the information, hunting for whatever factoids support our points of view, rather than taking in the information as a whole and assimilating it into our analytical process. It is one way to avoid cognitive dissonance, I suppose. You never really have to make an admission against interest in

a debate when all you have are interests. But it sure makes it hard to find common ground, the sort of common ground that leads to real solutions to problems. Of course, that presumes that the people tasked with finding solutions actually want to solve any problem other than how to win the next election. So when you tell someone about the hurricane drought, don’t expect them to reconsider their position on global warming; or when you talk about how the voucher program in Cleveland did not show widespread gains in educational achievement, don’t hold your breath waiting for an admission that school choice is not a panacea; or when you tell someone about Chicago and remind them that Chicago is, legally, a gun-free city, don’t expect a thoughtful question about the merits of gun control. Because it turns out that facts don’t matter any more. Apparently, if you want to change somebody’s mind these days, you need grainy black-and-white photos, ominous music, and pathos-inspiring voiceovers. And lies. Why not, right? It works in election after election. And if facts don’t matter, then why would truth be any more important? 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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school boards. Surely, you will want to elect good, sensible and dedicated folks and you need to ask them what they envision for the future.

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Oct. 14, you will be able to attend candidate forums in your city. These candidates have put forth a lot of energy and money to let you know of their view of how they perceive the city they call home.

Meet and greet

Yes, you will have the opportunity to meet and greet them because they want to serve you as your voice on councils and

If you are not on a voter list you can still register to vote. Just call your county clerk and recorder’s office and ask for the location of the nearest voting center. This is a new opportunity to get yourself eligible to participate in the democratic process with a minimum of effort. If you don’t do that you really must not care about your community. And if you aren’t registered then don’t complain about your government. I don’t agree with the “Tea Party” philosophy, but I sure admire their tenacity and fervor.

Good turnout

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sive Homeowner’s Association hosted a candidate forum, and we had a good turnout. Lots of issues were discussed and I’m sure attendees came away better informed. That’s how our democracy should work, but it can only happen if citizens choose to get involved and do their part in making government work. So get informed and make sure your vote counts.

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“I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat.” Winston Churchill 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.

Bike accident creates bruises and questions Would someone who is longer in the tooth than me please share the secret to aging gracefully? I’m at an age high enough to qualify for Medicare, but not an age young enough to avoid a nasty bike accident. After 30 years of riding bikes, and a few harmless falls, I finally did the big one — flew over the handlebars and smashed my shoulder into the pavement — in the dark. Seeing headlights coming toward me, I hit the brakes hard — way too hard. The bike stopped but I didn’t. Pain, ouch, hurt, ache, and more pain. Unable to move, I was taken by ambulance to Emergency. After X-ray, the ER doc announced, “You have a broken humerus — the bone in your right upper arm near your rotator cuff.” “Darn!” “You can wear a sling, we can’t set it.” What shocked me for weeks after was

how little I could move my arm without pain. I had to write and eat with my left hand, and I am right handed. I looked like a war victim for six weeks. Friendly people who observed my sling told me countless stories of other bike accidents involving broken collar bones, broken hips, intensive care units and even death. I wondered if someone up above trying to warn me to stay off my bike?

Introverts are speaking out against labels “My problem is that I’m an introvert.” If you read the Business sections — as I do — of newspapers and websites, you probably recognize that how popular this topic has become. Introverts are now being counseled to be “assertively shy” and to “leverage” their advantages. Whole books on the subject are flying off the shelves. In fact, a quick search this week for “introvert” on Amazon produced 656 results. The argument is that society dramatically undervalues introverts, because introverts are considered shy, reserved, even antisocial. By contrast, extrovert are admired because they are outgoing and gregarious; extrovert get things done. But now, introverts are speaking out. Why? Part of the answer is probably a basic rejection of broad-sweeping labels inferring that the traits of introverts are somehow inferior. Granted, the sheer numbers of books, websites, blogs, and articles point to a bandwagon effect: introversion is in vogue. But so too is an increased emphasis on real women who have real bodies. Same-sex couples are inching toward legal recognition. And though there’s still a long way to go, cultural and ethnic diversity are being accepted and even celebrated. These groups of people — which are not mutually exclusive, by the way — are also often undervalued by society. They battle labels of their own. Women are “fat,” “lazy,” and (gasp!) “old,” not allowed to have wrinkles or gray hair. Same-sex couples fight the stereotypes of labels such as “gay,” “lesbian,” and even “pervert,” plus many others not fit to print here. People of different ethnicities contend with spurious and inflammatory labels that could fill this page, and which have been leveled at various groups of people by other groups of people throughout our nation’s history. And even the extroverts lauded above are labeled as “schmoozers” and “manipulators” who get what they want by outmaneuvering others. Such labels such perpetuate a dispro-

portionately negative importance on our differences, when what’s really significant is that we are simply who we are, unique in our own ways. Think about it … what label are you? Are you the keeper of all things domestic, the engine that runs your home and family … or are you a “housewife”? Are you successful or are you a “workaholic”? Are you a “deadbeat” because you are unemployed, or because you choose other alternatives to the 40-hour week? Are you “spoiled” with a “bad work ethic” because your generation grew up in a different world, a world where advanced technology is as common as turntables used to be, and where stability for employees can be as uncommon as the wristwatch? The proliferation of labels such as these, and the undesirable connotations that go with them, is why I applaud introverts who are speaking out, in spite of the fact that some might consider themselves out of their comfort zone. What’s really in vogue is that there’s nothing wrong with being different. Perhaps, after all, it’s taken society’s introverts — people often considered “aloof,” “remote,” and “antisocial” — to raise their voices against labels, to speak out for the ways that all of us are unique, rather than wrong. Andrea Doray is a writer who can be extroverted when she needs to be, but believes there’s nothing wrong with thinking before she speaks. Contact her at a.doray@andreadoray.com.

My first murmurs after my accident when I knew the damage was limited to my shoulder, was Thank God I’m alive. It could have been so much worse. Time has gone by (the accident happened July 14) and I’m out of the sling and the heavy pain, but I’m still in physical therapy for range of motion exercises. And I wonder if I want to risk injury and recovery again if I get back on the bike? I’m not sure. Mobility is important to me. I rode a bike with a video screen in the gym today and it was quite pleasant and SAFE. And it was more social than riding outside — I saw my friend’s mother, Dorothy, from my old neighborhood when I was growing up. She’s almost 90 and still exercising in the gym. She is an example of aging gracefully, but her daughter and I have both encouraged her to stop climbing the ladder and

cleaning her own gutters! So if aging changes our judgment, how do I gauge what is safe to do? If I don’t risk at all I’ll feel my world has shut down. These are issues I am pondering — my own mother stopped exercising and ended up in a walker. Dorothy, my friend’s mother is still out there playing tennis and in her own home. So what is the answer to biking or not? I don’t know yet. This aging thing is something we only go through once. I hope to make wise choices about my activities in the future, and at the same time make the most of my life. I’d love to hear from readers about your experiences in this area. Mary McFerren Stobie lives in Wheat Ridge and is syndicated by Senior Wire News Service. Contact her at mry_jeanne@yahoo.com.

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State’s racial gaps narrow in education Economic disparities stay unchanged over two year period By Burt Hubbard

I-News at Rocky Mountain PBS Black and Latino adults in Colorado narrowed some of the wide education gaps with their white counterparts last year, according to an I-News analysis of new U.S. Census Bureau data. Colorado no longer has the largest gaps in the nation in college graduation rates between black and white residents, and both Latino and black adults saw high school graduation gaps narrow to their lowest levels in decades. “That’s good news all the way around,” said Lt. Gov. Joe Garcia, who also is executive director of the Colorado Higher Education Department. “It’s the result of more focus and more collaboration between K-12 and higher education.” However, income, poverty and homeownership disparities between whites and the state’s largest minority groups remained unchanged between 2010 and 2012, the analysis found. An I-News investigation published ear-

lier this year of six decades of Census data found that minority gains made in key economic and education areas had eroded over time. In many cases, the disparities between Latinos, blacks and whites were wider in 2010 than they were in the 1960s and 1970s. The latest Census data from the 2012 American Community Survey of states and their largest cities and counties found across-theboard increases in minorGarcia ity high school and college graduation rates since 2010. The percent of black adults 25 years of age and older with college degrees rose from about 20 percent to 24 percent during the two years. That narrowed the gap with their white counterBailey parts to less than 20 percentage points, compared to 23 percentage points in 2010. White college graduation rates inched up less than 1 percentage point to 43 percent in 2012. As a result, Colorado no longer has the largest gaps in the U.S. between white and black adults. It now ranks third behind Connecticut and Massachusetts, the I-News

analysis found. Sharon Bailey, a former Denver Public Schools board member and a member of the Colorado Black Round Table, said the state’s attention to education disparities may be starting to pay off. “I do think there has been a bigger spotlight put on graduation rates and remediation,” Bailey said. The round table is holding a community forum at Manual High School in Denver Sept. 28 on minority education and economic gaps. The college graduation gap between Latino and white Colorado adults remained unchanged in the new report, exceeding 30 percentage points, and was still the largest in the U.S. Both Latino and black adults continued to narrow the gaps in high school graduation rates. Black rates rose from 86 percent to 89 percent and Latino rates rose from 65 percent to 68 percent between 2010 and 2012, while white rates stayed at about 96 percent. Both gaps are the smallest since 1960. However, Garcia said most new jobs in the state in the coming years will require more than a high school degree. “A high school degree just isn’t going to cut it,” he said. “When we look at Colorado’s economy, we know that some 70 percent of

WeStminSter City CounCil on the reCord Westminster City Council voted on the following legislation during the Sept. 23 meeting. Council members in attendance were Mayor Nancy McNally, Mayor Pro Tem Faith Winter and councilors Bob Briggs, Mark Kaiser, Mary Lindsey and Scott Major.

Contract approved of drainage way project

Council unanimously authorized the city manager to execute a contract with Merrick and Company in the amount of $193,394 to provide engineering design services for the McKay drainage way improvements located between Interstate 25 and Huron Street and authorized a design contingency of $19,000 for a total project cost of $212,394. The McKay drainage way project is a planned system of drainage conveyance facilities located in the general area between 136th Avenue and 144th Avenue from Zuni Street on the west to Big Dry Creek at Washington Job #: 33137-14Street Size:on 6.78" in the city of Thornton thex 6" east. Branch: 139-Denver

The only remaining unimproved portion of the drainage lies between Interstate 25 and Huron Street.

Insurance purchase approved

Council unanimously authorize the city manager to enter into an agreement with the Colorado Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency for the purchase of high deductible stop loss insurance, and for claims management and other administrative services, in the amount of $491,245 along with a 10 percent contingency amount, $49,125, in the event the final quote comes in higher. The city annually purchases insurance to cover assets like buildings, vehicles, and equipment to protect itself from liability exposure resulting from claims brought against the city and its employees.

Bill passed to execute land sale

Council unanimously passed Councilor’s Color(s): 4c Bill No. 38 on first reading Bleed?: N authorizing the city manager to exPub: Colorado Community Media

ecute an amendment to the Contract to Buy and Sell Real Estate, in substantially the same form as attached, with Urban Pacific Multi-Housing, LLC and Pacific West Communities, Inc.; and to take all actions necessary to close this land sale. The city owns approximately 15.8 acres between The Promenade and Circle Point. The Contract to Buy and Sell Real Estate with Urban Pacific Multi-Housing, LLC and Pacific West Communities was approved by council on July 9, 2012. The current sale price is approximately $4,469,000. Net proceeds from the land sale, taking into account all closing costs, brokers fee and NBC Metropolitan District exclusion, will be approximately $3,738,550. The next council meeting will be 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14, at City Hall, 4800 W. 92nd Ave. in Westminster. — Compiled by Ashley Reimers

Seven longtime Westminster businesses were recognized by city council on, Sept. 23, during the City Council meeting. The honored businesses include: Hodgson Enterprises Inc., Klein Plumbing and U-Haul Center North Federal for 35 years in business, Camp’s Rocky Mountain Cut Stone for 40 years in business, The Greg Mastriona Golf Courses at Hyland Hills for 50 years in business, Bea & Herb’s Old Town Auto Care, LLC for 55 years in business and Valente’s Deli, Bakery & Italian Market for 60 years of business. City Council has been celebrating these milestone anniversary’s with businesses throughout the year. Recipients have also been recognized in the community newsletter, the City Edition. In 2013, the Westminster Business Legacy Awards replaced the former annual Business Appreciation Event.

The Westminster Legacy Foundation’s 11th annual Wine, Beer, Spirit Tasting and Silent Auction will be 7-10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 11, at the Westminster Westin. Tickets go fast with Westminster’s Total Beverage pouring over 140 wines, 65 brews and 55 premium spirits. Delectable food is prepared and served by Baker St. Pub, Bar Louie, Carrab-

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the jobs that will be created in the next 10 years will require some post-secondary credentials.” Both Garcia and Bailey said the state needs to step up its efforts on educational attainment. Bailey said Colorado needs to look at factors behind minority successes and replicate them. Garcia said the state should work on eliminating barriers to minorities completing college, such as the high rate of remedial classwork, while expanding programs such as concurrent enrollment, which allows students to take college class while still in high school. “We have to do a better job if we want to have a strong economy long term.” The gaps in economic areas such as family income and homeownership either remained unchanged or widened slightly between 2010 and 2012, the analysis found. Family income and poverty gaps widened between white and black residents, while homeownership gaps widened between white and Latino households.

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Meet the mayoral and city councilor candidates

The Nov. 5 election is quickly approaching and Westminster voters will be deciding important races for mayor and for three available seats on city council. For a look at who is running, come to the candidate forum at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10, at Westminster City Hall. This forum is hosted by Colorado Community Media, publisher of the Westminster Window.

Ceremony set for Jessica Ridgeway Memorial Park

The dedication of Jessica Ridgeway Memorial Park is set for Saturday, Oct. 5, 10-10:30 a.m. at the park, 10765 Moore St. A brief ceremony is planned to officially dedicate the park in honor of Jessica. The park is small and access from the neighborhood is extremely limited. In expectation of a large crowd for this event, there are a number of road closures and parking options. For more information visit www.ci.westminster. co.us.

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Above right, Phileas Fogg (Dustin Bronson) and Aouda (Caitlin Wise) share a tender moment during a whirlwind world tour in “Around the World in 80 Days.” Above, adventure is on the horizon for Phileas Fogg (Dustin Bronson) and his servant Passepartout (Graham Ward). At right, Patrick Du Laney is one of five actors who play 39 different characters in the show.

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he Arvada Center will take audiences on a whirlwind world tour with its latest production of “Around the World in 80 Days.” The center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., is hosting the Creede Repertory Theatre’s presentation of Jules Verne’s classic story through Oct. 27. Performances will be 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 1 p.m. on Wednesdays and 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. “This is an adaptation, but there are whole sections and speeches right out of the novel, so most of us went through and read the book,” said director Charlie Oates. “There are a lot of obvious challenges, but that’s really exciting for me because the solutions are always going to be really theatrical.” The story focuses on Phileas Fogg (Dustin Bronson), a man stuck in a routine and mostly solitary life that leaves him with little contact with the outside world. His French valet Passepartout (Graham Ward) is the only person he really spends any time with. He is a member of the Reform Club in London, and when he gets into an argu-

ment about the validity of a new claim that it is possible to circle the world in 80 days, he finds himself taking a wager that put both WHAT: Creede’ Reperhis life and tory Theatre’s production money at risk. of “Around the World in 80 “The play Days” starts with WHERE: Arvada Center Fogg and his 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., daily routine, Arvada and it beWHEN: Through Oct. 27 comes obvi7:30 p.m. - Tuesdays ously that he through Saturdays has to change, 1 p.m. - Wednesdays that some2 p.m. - Saturdays and thing like Sundays. this trip has COST: $38 to $48 to happen,” INFORMATION: 720-898Bronson said. 7200 or www.arvadacenter. “He has all org this confidence, but once he goes on the trip, a lot of that gets stripped away, and you see him become more human.” Ward describes Passepartout as an everyman character, who either gloriously messes everything up or saves the day. “He’s extremely interested in the world around him, and has a childlike

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nature about him that makes him the opposite of Fogg,” Ward said. “You seem him as a really passionate, life-loving person.” Bronson said there are small moments throughout the show that really show how the two men actually respect each other, as different as they are. The numbers for the play are particularly astounding — 80 days to go around the world, with five actors playing 39 different characters over seven continents. Bronson is the only actor who plays just one character, since he’s on stage so much. “I like actors playing a lot of different characters,” Oates said. “It’s a vocal and acting skill that is really fun to exploit and work on.” Graham said that all the characters — and the fact their played by so few actors — makes the play more unique, and creates a much more collaborative experience for those involved. He added that after the shows audience members like to pick their favorite character from the 39 created on stage. Oates said that at the end, he hopes that audiences learn the importance of getting out of your house and seeing new things. “It’s an epic adventure,” Bronson added. “It relies a lot on the imagination of the audience, which I really enjoy.”

I have the deepest respect for Denver restaurant owner and super chef Jennifer Jasinski (Rioja, Bistro Vendome, Euclid Hall) for her stellar performance in Bravo’s “Top Chef Masters,” which ended sadly not in her favor on Sept. 25. In losing, as part of the final three, she was nothing but gracious, of course. Here’s what James Oseland, editor-inchief of Saveur magazine, had to say about the end results: “I thought I had a handle on Jennifer’s excellence as a cook, and then during the finale meal, she served us her paella gnocchi. My God, it was the single best dish I ate all season — so perfectly balanced, so beautifully executed, so lovely to look at. Unfortunately, for her chances at winning the season, her other three courses — while very, very good — didn’t come anywhere near the glory of that dish. Still, if we’re handing out prizes for individual plates of food, this one is the season five gold-medal winner.” Not to be overlooked was her remarkable job of snaring the most money for her charity: $35,000 for Work Options for Women, a Denver nonprofit that teaches food service skills to women in poverty. “I have no regrets at all about this experience,” Jasinski said after being defeated by chef Douglas Keane. “Top Chef Masters” win or lose aside, Sept. 25 was still a good day for the Denver chef. Two of her restaurants, Rioja and Euclid Hall, were named among the Top 25 Best Restaurants in the October edition of 5280 magazine.

Another Boulder best

The University of Colorado-Boulder is back in the top 10. No, not its football program, but on Playboy magazine’s top 10 party schools. CU ranked third in Playboy’s 2013 list in the October issue. West Virginia University topped the list, followed by the University of Wisconsin. CU topped the list in 2011 and has been a regular in Playboy’s poll, which began as the top 40 party colleges in 1987. CU did not make the list a year ago. This year’s list was determined by Playboy’s editors, who used data from resources including the National Center for Education Statistics, the NCAA and the U.S. Economic Census, as well as feedback from Playboy’s more than 12 million social media fans. The 2012 top party school, University of Virginia, failed to make the 2013 list.

Restaurant Week does the splits

Denver Restaurant Week(s), one of the most popular events in town for the generous portions for a small price, is doing a double take by splitting its personality with two weeks spaced out during the year. In observation of the event’s 10th anniversary, Visit Denver’s Denver Restaurant Week will double the fun by holding one week from Feb. 22-28 and a second week Aug. 23-29. The new price per meal per person is $30, FYI ... Not a bad deal when you factor in inflation with the cost of food, etc. As you may recall, in several of the previous years, Denver Restaurant Week Parker continues on Page 16

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YOUR WEEK & MORE

FRIDAY/OCT. 4 PIE BAKEOFF Who will be the queen or king of pies this

time? Do you have what it takes? The Northglenn Senior Center autumn pie bake-off is at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4, at 11801 Community Center Drive. Enter your pie for a chance to win prizes in this Festive Friday contest. After judging, everyone will sample the entries. Minimal cost if you are not entering a pie. RSVP at 303-450-8801 or go to the senior center. For people ages 55 and over.

FRIDAY/OCT. 4, OCT. 12 ART DISPLAY The art of Susan Schmitt, creator of “Women I Might Have Known,” features paintings, prints, handmade dolls and greeting cards. The First Friday opening reception, including live music with Rick Iracki, is from 6-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4, at the Aar River Gallery, 3707 W. 73rd Ave., Westminster. The Second Saturday Art Walk is from 1-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, in the historic Westminster Art District. Schmitt will do a free demonstration from 2-4 p.m. The gallery is open Wednesdays through Saturdays. Visit www.aarrivergallery. com or call 303-426-4114. FRIDAY AND SATURDAY/OCT. 4-5

at Arvada United Methodist Church, 6750 Carr St., Arvada. Most clothing items are $1. Also for sale are toys, books, baby equipment and furniture. All proceeds benefit Kids’ Discovery Days Preschool. A minimal donation is necessary to shop.

FRIDAY TO MONDAY/OCT. 4-7, 10-12 THEATER SHOW Creative Revolution Theatre Company presents “Talk Radio” Oct. 4-7 and Oct. 10-12 at North Valley Tech Center, Suite C-1, Thornton. Tickets are on sale now; call 303-927-0101 or email creativerevolutiontheatre@gmail.com to reserve tickets. Showtimes are 7 p.m., except on Sunday, Oct. 6, when the show is at 2 p.m. SATURDAY/OCT. 5 FALL GARDENING Echter’s Garden Center, 5150 Garrison St., Arvada, offers a free fall gardening class, “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. Registration not required unless noted. Call 303-424-7979 or visit www.echters.com for details.

CLOTHING/TOY SALE A kids’ clothing and toy sale is planned 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4, and Saturday, Oct. 5,

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was two weeks, which in many cases put a mad crush on diner volumes, although the financial gains, in many cases, were well worth the effort. “A summer version of the event offers restaurants a lot of interesting serving and meal options,” said Richard Scharf, president and CEO of Visit Denver, the creator and organizer of DRW. “Restaurants will be able to offer outdoor dining and feature fresh Colorado produce. We anticipate that summer menus will be very different from the winter ones, and they will be able to showcase the farm-to-fork movement that is so popular in the state.” In 2013, a record 355 participating res-

The 38th annual Cider Days returns to the Lakewood Cultural Center on the weekend of Oct. 5-6. The center is at 801 S. Yarrow St. in Lakewood. Admission each day is $7 for adults and $4 for children, 3-12 years old. Saturday’s event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday will be from noon to 4 p.m. This fun event celebrates Lakewood’s agricultural heritage and offers live entertainment, demonstrations, cider tastings and food. On Oct. 6, the event will host a cider tasting at noon, sponsored by the newly formed Rocky Mountain Cider Association. There will be 20 ciders available at the tasting, including 14 from Colorado producers, which will be the largest collection of

Celebrate the Holidays

Charity Ride is Saturday, Oct. 5. The ride, which offers 10K, 50K, 70K and 100K courses, benefits three area organizations that provide sports and recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities and physical challenges (Craig Hospital, U.S. Handcycling and Adaptive Adventures). The ride is open to all ages and abilities / “disabilities” and experience levels and 90 percent of the ride will be on bike paths in the foothills surrounding Bear Creek Lake Park in Morrison. The route is moderate, rolling hills and features climbs over the Bear Creek and Chatfield reservoir dams. Registration fee is $55 per rider. Each rider is expected to raise or contribute an additional $45 minimum. Families and teams are encouraged to ride together. To register, or for more information, visit www. jamthedamz.org.

SATURDAY/OCT. 5 ORCHID GROWING Tired of outdoor plants? Want to transition to easy, indoor plants with flowers every bit as gorgeous as your outdoor blooms? Contrary to popular myth orchids are easy to grow. Fantasy Orchids in Louisville is hosting a free growing class at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 5. Come see photos and living examples of the planet’s most varied flowering plant type. Afterward guests are welcome to explore the greenhouse.

SPAGHETTI PALOOZA First Congregational Church of Eastlake will have its annual Spaghetti Palooza from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, at the church, 12630 Second St. The event benefits the Denver Fire Fighters Burn Foundation. The dinner includes spaghetti, meatballs or Italian sausage, salad, garlic bread, dessert and beverages. Take out dinners are available. Visit www.eastlakecongregational.org or call 303-452-1681 for information about costs. MONDAY/OCT. 7

GERMANY AS the European Union struggles with a variety of complex issues, many of them financial, Germany has emerged as a critical player in the development of economic policy for the region. Recent elections in Germany served as a referendum on how the German government, under the leadership of Angela Merkel, has performed in the eyes of Germans. Join Active Minds 1-3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, as we explore the role of Germany in the world as well as how the process of German reunification has evolved, especially given Merkel’s roots in the government of the former Communist East Germany. Program is at Sunrise at Flatirons, 400 Summit Blvd., Broomfield. RSVP at 303-466-2422.

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state-made ciders gathered in one place. Tickets for groups of four 2.5-ounce tasters of cider can be purchased for $5. Other ciders will be from producers in Montana, England, France, Spain and New Zealand. For more details, visit www.lakewood. org/CiderDays/.

Olive & Finch also will have handcrafted items for the table (linens, dishware), fine prepared foods for takeaway and will be providing curbside delivery, catering, boxed breakfast and lunches in addition to holiday menu planning/preparation.

Mary Nguyen’s new venture

Eavesdropping on a woman watching “Top Chef Masters”: “Chef Jen got robbed!”

The lovely and talented Mary Nguyen, who originally opened Parallel 17 at 1600 17th Ave., is concocting a new venture called Olive & Finch at 1552 E. 17th Ave. She also owns Street Kitchen Asian Bistro at the Villagio in the Inverness area. The latest concept from chef/owner Nguyen is an eatery, which includes a bakery and market. Specialties include scratch-made pastries, artisan sandwiches and soups, salads, fresh pressed juices, and a coffee bar with monthly rotating beans, all with a focus on healthy options for those with allergies.

Overheard

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.

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Game season regions impacted by flooding A variety of outdoors news is surfacing at this time of year. Here is a sampling. Small game hunting licenses, Habitat stamps and waterfowl stamps are all required as fall hunting seasons approach. Hunting and fishing licenses now expire on March 30 each year. Licenses and stamps can be purchased at sporting goods license agent outlets or online at www.wildlife.state.co. The Parks and Wildlife Division are diligent on pursuing those who violate state game laws and regulations. Two recent high profile investigations resulted in the arrests of 12 people all fined with Colorado hunting privileges forefitted. The State’s Operation Game Thief program is the process leading to awareness, investigation and in many cases arrests. Many of the poachers are identified simply by the general public or other hunter’s

anonymous calls of suspicious tips to 877265-6648. Verizon phone users can call #OGT. US Fish & Wildlife Service work with the state since many poaching cases involve out of state individuals. The recent devastating flood have caused considerable damage to many game management units, specifically 7, 8, 9, 19, 191, 20, and 29, S1, S19, S37 and S57. Hunters with licenses in those areas may

be eligible for refunds or preference point reinstatements. For those affected, call your local Division of Parks and Wildlife Office or Headquarters at 303-297-1192. If your hunting interests lie in upland game birds and you typically make the trek to Kansas or Nebraska it is a good to follow-up early with hunting organizations in those states and to check out Colorado pheasant hunting opportunities. The Kansas Sport Hunting Association at 785-296-2009 or online at info@huntkansas.org will start your planning. Colorado Pheasants Forever is busy promoting and educating hunters on this states opportunity. Pikes Peak Pheasant / Quail Forever Youth Outreach and Chukar Hunt are set for Oct. 13. Call 719-593-7770 to participate in the hunt with your young hunters. The Thornton Cabela’s grand opening Aug. 15 offered visitors a drawing for 2013

Chevy Silverado 2500 crew cab pickup. That lucky person among the estimated 5,000 was Terry Corman of Fort Collins. The keys will be presented soon to this lucky outdoorsman. Colorado Parks and Outdoors is offering teachers the “Basic Archery Instructor certification workshops provided and cosponsored by the Colorado Archery in the Schools Program. This engaging native shooting activity is growing in Colorado and across the nation. “During the 2011-2012 school year participants in grades 4-12 in Colorado involved more than 100 Colorado schools and over 7,000 schools nationally” according to Tabbi Kinion, program director for the State program.

archeological bent will be amazed at the many stone circles, brochs and burial mounds that you can explore without constraint. Filmmaker Tom Sterling will be on hand to narrate his movie. Call 303-450-8800.

oct. 9: Misty Isles of Scotland, by Tom Sterling.

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feb. 19: Taiwan, by Buddy Hatton

bLood drive Church Ranch Office Park community blood drive is from 10-11:40 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, inside Bonfils’ mobile bus at 7237 Church Ranch Blvd., Westminster. For information, or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils.org.

March 12: Majestic Montana, by Steve Gonser

Outdoors writer Ron Hellbusch may be reached at Ron-Hellbusch@comcast.net.

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Monday/oct. 7 to nov. 4 art exhibit The Paletteers Art Club is sponsoring an exhibit

of original art works by their members Oct. 7 to Nov. 4 at Westminster City Hall, 4800 W. 92nd Ave., Westminster. The exhibit is open to the public 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday. The show will feature a variety of art mediums, styles, and prices. This is a chance to own an original piece of art by a local artist.

Paying for college Learn about paying for college, including establishing a savings goal, savings strategies and the features and benefits of 529 college savings plans, at a free workshop at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. You also will learn to develop your prosperity picture using a five-step system to manage your money, design your life and create your future. Register in advance by contacting Jeanette Sánchez at 303-450-8935 or jsanchez@northglenn.org. tuesday/oct. 8, Wednesday/oct. 9 Just bLue? Are you just blue or is something really eating

tuesday/oct. 8 neighborhood Meeting Ward II will have a neighbor-

hood meeting at 6:15 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, at the maintenance and operations building, 12301 Claude Court, Northglenn. Ward meetings are a chance for residents to communicate directly to elected officials with questions, concerns or comments about the city and its government. For information, contact council member Joe Brown at 303-255-9166 or joebrown@northglenn.org or council member Leslie Carrico at 303-451-5046 or lcarrico@northglenn.org.

tuesday/oct. 8 Lifetree café Is there one true religion? Or many? These questions will be discussed at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, “Only One Way to God? Can One Religion Really Have All the Answers?” features the filmed story of Valerie Winn, an American whose spiritual journey led her to a Chinese village where she encountered an underground church. 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. tuesday/oct. 8

at you? Stop by a free informational table from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, or Wednesday, Oct. 9, at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Take a quick stress test and learn about options for good mental health from professional counselors from Jefferson Centers for Mental Health’s SeniorReach. Call 303-425-9583.

Wednesday/oct. 9 aLternative Medicine A free overview of alternative

medicine, which will address homeopathy, herbs, chiropractors, acupuncture, massage therapy, essential oils and the body’s electromagnetic field, is offered 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Presentation will include personal examples of effective outcomes for maladies that defied conventional treatment. Register in advance by contacting Jeanette Sánchez at 303-450-8935 or jsanchez@northglenn. org.

Wednesday/oct. 9 traveL fiLM Take a tour of Scotland by watching “Misty Isles of Scotland” at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, 11801 Community Center Drive, Northglenn. In the film, a basket weaver will charm you as will a wool knitter on Skye and a tweed weaver on Lewis. Those with an

Wednesday/oct. 9 WoMen’s Luncheon Denver North Suburban Christian Women’s Connection plans a Country Fair Luncheon 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, at The Chateaux at Fox Meadows, 13600 Xavier Lane. You will have a chance to shop for gift baskets, homemade baked goods, holiday decoration and many other items. It is or annual fundraiser to support the work of Stonecroft Ministries. We will also feature an inspirational talk by Anastasia Remmes who will speak on “From Isolation to Intimacy.” For reservations, call Andrea at 303-485-5888 or email dennorthsuburban@aol.com. Please include the name(s) of your guest(s) and the names and ages of children that you will need to have cared for in our complimentary nursery. Wednesday/oct. 9, oct. 23, Jan. 25, feb. 19, March 12, aPriL 2 traveL fiLMs A series of hosted travel films is presented at the D.L. Parsons Theatre inside the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Tour guides are professional film makers who personally narrate their films. Shows begin at 10:30 a.m. and include a 15-minute intermission with refreshments. Individual and season tickets are available. Call 303-450-8800 for information and reservations. Schedule of films:

oct. 23: The Silk Road, by Marlin Darrah. Jan. 15: Lure and Lore of Deserts, by Sandy Mortimer

aPriL 2: Eastern Canada RV Adventure, by John Holod and Jodie Ginter thursday/oct. 10 sPace exPLorers Get ready to explore the final frontier at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, 11801 Community Center Drive, Northglenn. Learn about rockets, planets, aliens, rovers, astronauts, space stations, meteors and more. Geared toward kindergarten to third grade children. Call 303-450-8800 for tickets. thursday/oct. 10 caregiver seMinar Stuck in the Middle is presenting a half-day community caregiver awareness seminar at 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, at Silverado Senior Living, 6447 Quail St., Arvada. As our population ages, more and more caregivers are created, and most family members are not prepared for this most difficult job. Seven presenters who are professionals in their field will be at the seminar to help you prepare for the journey of caregiving. Cost, which may be paid in cash at time of check-in, includes refreshments and lunch. Reservations required; call 303-204-5149. Seating is limited. Adult day care provided by Silverado staff at no cost. Activities, refreshments and lunch included. Reservations required; notify reservationist when registering for seminar attendance. Stuck in the Middle is a social support group for caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s, dementia and related illnesses. Calendar continues on Page 18

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THURSDAY/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. Thursday, 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.

COMING SOON COMING SOON/OCT. 11 VARIETY SHOW Friends of Broomfield plans a

night of entertainment as program participants share their many talents in a Friends Variety Show, 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.

COMING SOON/OCT. 11-27 THEATER SHOW The Player’s Guild at the Festival Playhouse presents “Trick or Treat” from Oct. 11-27 at 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Appropriate for all ages, show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays. Call 303-422-4090 or go to www.festivalplayhouse.com for tickets and more details. Come in costume and win a prize. COMING SOON/OCT. 12 SCARECROW FESTIVAL Olde Town Arvada will be

transformed with scarecrows of all shapes and sizes from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12. The annual scarecrow festival is free and include activities for all ages and interests. Businesses, individuals, schools or organizations can enter a decorated scarecrow. Application and entry fee information is available at www.historicarvada.org or by calling the Historic Olde Town Arvada at 303-420-6100. The decorated pumpkin contest also returns; applications can be found at www.arvadafestivals.com. Pumpkins will be sold, and proceeds will benefit the Arvada Community Food Bank.

COMING SOON/OCT. 12 OKTOBERFEST WIN the Battle presents Oktoberfest, a silent auction and raffle, from 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at Village at Five Parks Depot, 13810 W. 85th Drive, Arvada. Tickets for sale online at www. winthebattle.org and includes light dinner, wine and beer tasting. Items available for auction include an iPad mini, flat screen TV, coffeemaker, gift certificates, gift baskets and more. COMING SOON/OCT. 12 BABYSITTING CLASS First-time babysitters ages 11-13 can learn everything they need to know when responsible for young children. Class is offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Skills covered include CPR, first aid, growth and development, safety, feeding, discipline, diapering and bathing. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn. org/ recxpress to register. COMING SOON/OCT. 12 FRIGHT FEST Children ages 11-18 are invited to take a trip to Elitch Gardens and its Fright Fest as part

of the Recreational Alternative Programming series. Outing lasts from 1:45-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12. Meet at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/recxpress to register.

COMING SOON/OCT. 12, NOV. 9, DEC. 14, JAN. 11, FEB. 8 MAYOR CANDIDATES North Suburban Republican Forum will meet 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.

RIBBON CUTTING Adventurer’s Quarter, a new game store in Arvada, will have a ribbon cutting ceremony at 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14. The store’s address is 5777 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., R500, Arvada. COMING SOON/OCT. 14 MAYOR’S COFFEE Northglenn’s Coffee with the Mayor is a chance to talk with Joyce Downing and learn about new developments in the city. Meet at 8:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 14, at Atlanta Bread in the Northglenn Marketplace. Call 303-450-8713 for more information. COMING SOON/OCT. 15 BLOOD DRIVE Ten West at Westmoor Technology Park community blood drive is from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, inside the Seminar Room in the Westmoor Technology Park, 10155 Westmoor Drive, Westminster. For information, or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils.org.

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SHRED-A-THON THE Arvada Police invites residents to protect their identity and personal information by taking part in the annual Shred-A-Thon from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 12, in the parking lot at the Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. Arvada Police partners with Shred-it to safely destroy documents containing personal information. Resident and businesses can bring up to three boxes or three bags of documents. The event is free, but donations are welcomed. Proceeds benefit the W. Michael Northey Foundation, which provides scholarships to local high school students who want to pursue a higher education degree. Area high school students and Arvada Police Explorers will be on hand to assist with unloading items.

PAINTING PARTY Gallery on the Go presents a painting party for kids ages 6-15 from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. All the supplies are included, as well as a drink and a snack. Participants will work on a new painting that can be brought home. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn. org/recxpress to register.

COMING SOON/OCT. 12, OCT. 26 SEED PICKING The Jefferson County Nature Association needs volunteers to pick seeds to enhance Rocky Flats. Picking will happen from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sept. 21, Oct. 12 and Oct. 26. Learn about prairie ecology in a lovely setting northwest of Denver near State Highways 72 and 93. Sign up and register by the Thursday before each pick. Go to http://tinyurl.com/ SeedPick2013 to get details, and share your email to get pick site directions and free lunch. Signed waiver required (if younger than 18, waiver must be signed by parent). For large groups, kids or questions, email Jean (djt_co@yahoo.com) or Paul (pdkilburn@msn. com). COMING SOON/OCT. 13 SAFETY FAIR First Congregational Church of Eastlake

will host a fire prevention and safety fair from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13, at 12630 Second St. The fair is co-hosted by the Thornton Fire Department. The fair will include several educational and informational stations including AED and resuscitation demonstrations, fire safety tips and facts, fire extinguisher information, kid’s fire safety activities and a spin the wheel game to test your fire safety knowledge with prizes. A snack bar and door prizes will also be available. Attendees who qualify can sign up for free smoke detectors and batteries. Those participating can also sign up for a CPR class the church is hosting on Oct. 26 (limited space available). Visit www.eastlakecongregational.org or call 303-452-1681.

COMING SOON/OCT. 14

COMING SOON/OCT. 15 BLOOD DRIVE Front Range Community College community blood drive is from 10-10:40 a.m. and noon to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, inside Bonfils’ mobile bus at 3645 W. 112th Ave., Westminster. For information, or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils.org. COMING SOON/OCT. 16 THE RIVER Nile Flowing through 11 countries and for more than 4,000 miles, many regard the Nile as the most important river in the world because of its role in the development of ancient civilizations. Join Active Minds from 1:45-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, as we explore this great river, visiting its winding path through history as well as its current relevance in the world. Program is free and takes place at Covenant Village of Colorado, 9153 Yarrow St., Westminster. RSVP at 303-515-6351.

RECURRING EVENTS 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.

MetroNorth Worship Directory St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELCA)

Worship: 8:00 & 10:45 am Sunday School: 9:30 am 11040 Colorado Blvd.

(across from Thornton Rec. Center)

303-457-2476 www.stjohns05@gmail.com

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America 8:00 & 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m. Wednesday Night:

All are invited to join in celebrating Christ’s love as we Worship, Learn, and Serve.

Traditional Worship Services with Holy Communion Children’s Church offered during the sermon Faith Formation Hour (All Ages) Contemporary Worship with Holy Communion Wednesday 360 is a weekly opportunity for dinner, worship, music, Kid’s Club, Parenting Workshops, and Faith Formation for all Ages.

121st & Lowell Blvd. • Broomfield •303-469-4004 • www.cross-of-christ.org

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!

Sunday Worship 8:00 am, 9:30 am & 11:00 am

Sunday School & Adult Classes

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 9:20 am - 10:40 am LCMS To advertise your place of worship, call 303.566.4089 and ask for Viola Ortega

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ONGOING CLUBS AND SERVICES

MONDAYS w cer- ADULT SURVIVORS of Childhood Sexual Abuse Northglenn dress isWomen’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. e DENVER THYROID Cancer Support Group meets 7-8:30 d at p.m. Mondays at Montclair Recreation Center Lowry, 729 Ulster Way. For more information, call 303-388-9948. he more GRIEF RECOVERY A 12-week Grief Share program meets at 6:30 p.m. each Monday at Arvada Covenant Church, 5555 Ward Road.

ogy LA LECHE League of Broomfield meets 10 -11 a.m. the :30 second Monday of the month at Brunner Farm House, 640 Main St. in r LIFERING SECULAR Recovery meets at 6 p.m. Mondays at ule an Washington Park United Church of Christ, 400 S. Williams St. ter at 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. . enter, STUDY GROUP Chabad of NW Metro Denver Jewish Center are hosts a thought-provoking discussion on the weekly Torah ants portion. Drawing from the wisdom of the Talmud, Kabbalah t and Chassidic Mystical Masters, the study group focuses on enn. the relevance of the bible stories and Torah’s teaching to our modern lives. The class is 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. e com/torahstudy or call 303-429-5177. The class is led by nd Rabbi Benjy Brackman spiritual leader of Chabad of NW Metro s’ Denver. For ntact WEST METRO Real Estate Investing Education Group meets visit 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 and rentals with positive cash flow. We analyze deals as examples, as talk about where to get funding, the best ways to find a barf its gain and sometimes do property tours. Investors of all levels Join of experience are welcome but no agents please. ct. 16, TUESDAYS g path n the LET GO and Let God AFG Al-Anon meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays nt Vil- at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 12021 Northaven Circle in RSVP 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 720-233ha 5873.

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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/.

as it to NORTHGLENN AFG Al-Anon meets at 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays mber at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 11385 Grant tion. 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.

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.

NORTH JEFFCO Republican Women meets the second

FLATIRONS VIEW Toastmasters meets at 6:30 p.m. the first

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 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), 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. Weighin is 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 5:30-7:30 p.m. at various restaurants in Olde Town Arvada. A $5 fee is collected from each attendee, which

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 Wilmore-Richter Post 161, 6230 W. 60th Ave. in Arvada. Active duty, reserve, retired, veterans, interested public and their ladies are cordially invited. For more information, go online to www.rockymountainsubvets.com. TOASTMASTERS-WESTMINSTER COMMUNICATORS

meets 12:15-1:15 p.m. every Wednesday at DeVry University, 1870 W. 122nd Ave., Room 134. Toastmasters has helped thousands of people over the years and we can help you. Admission is free. Enter the southeast door to the first room, 134. Call Ray Hamilton at 303-284-4223.

WESTMINSTER ROTARY 7:10 Club meets 7:10-8:30 a.m. Wednesdays at The Ranch Country Club, 11667 Tejon St., Westminster. For more information, call Angela Habben at 720-947-8080. THURSDAYS ADAMS COUNTY Triad meets 1-2 p.m. the third Thursdays

of the month at 3295 W. 72nd Ave. in Westminster. The Triad is formed of law enforcement officers, senior citizens, fire personnel and senior organizations. Triad volunteers develop and implement crime-prevention and education programs for older adults. Activities address crime from both a 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. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

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 303522-3608. ONE BUSINESS Connection meets 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. 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. RALSTON CREEK Sertoma Club meets Thursdays at Panera Bread, 7739 Wadsworth, Arvada. Contact Ron Marquez at 303-457-0759 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 303-424-1207 or go online to www.wbncolorado.com. FRIDAYS CAFFEINATED CAREER Club meets 8:15-10 a.m. Fridays at La Dolce Vita, 5756 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. An inspirational weekly job-search networking group, facilitated by a 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. SunPAYROLL SERVICES RFP #13-018 Group meets at 9:30 a.m. days at Park Center Office Building, Room 104, 3489 W. 72nd GRIEFSHARE SUPPORT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Ave. For more information, go online to www.al-anon-co.org. LANDSCAPING SERVICES The Adamsat County Housing AuthorityChurch, 1481 Thursdays Mountain View Lutheran Russell RFP #13-019 (ACHA) is a public entity formed in 1974 Way. For more information, go online to www.mountainviewto provide federally subsidized housing The Adams County Housing Authority City of Westminster and housing assistance to low-income lutheran.com. (ACHA) is a public entity formed in 1974 Summary of Proceedings families, within Adams County, Colorado. Clubs continues on Page 20 to provide federally subsidized housing Though brought into existence by a Resoland housing assistance to low-income Summary of proceedings of the Westminution of the Adams County Board of Comfamilies, within Adams County, Colorado. ster City Council meeting of Monday, missioners, it is a separate entity from the Though brought into existence by a ResolAdams County, Colorado government. September 23, 2013. Mayor McNally, ution of the Adams County Board of ComMayor Pro Tem Winter, and Councillors missioners, it is a separate entity from the With approximately 80 employees, ACHA Briggs, Kaiser, Lindsey, and Major were Adams County, Colorado government. is seeking a payroll services provider, cappresent at roll call. Councillor Atchison able of providing general payroll, taxes, was absent and excused. ACHA has approximately 14 properties of report services, and experience working multi-family apartment communities in with PERA – Colorado Public Employees The minutes of the regular meeting of Adams County, throughout the cities of September 9, 2013, were approved as Retirement Association. Services will beThornton, Commerce City, Westminster, presented. gin December 1st 2013 for a transition and Denver. ACHA is soliciting competitperiod with actual payroll beginning Januive bids from qualified business for LandCouncil presented the third quarter 2013 ary 1st, 2014. scaping Services at these properties. The Business Legacy Awards to Westminster contract period will be for 1 year (with the businesses celebrating 35, 40, 50, 55 and The Housing Authority, the awarding possibility of up to 4 optional renewals.) 60 years of being in business in the City. agency, is seeking proposals from general contractors to perform the work. A deThe Housing Authority, the awarding Mayor McNally issued a proclamation detailed Request for Proposals (RFP) can be agency, is seeking proposals from generclaring October as Fire Prevention Month. obtained by visiting our website, al contractors to perform the work. A dehttp://www.adamscountyhousing.com/ tailed Request for Proposals (RFP) can be Mayor McNally was recognized by the procurement and is entitled Request for obtained by visiting our website, American Cancer Society for her support Proposals #13-018 Payroll Services. http://www.adamscountyhousing.com/ of the Relay for Life as well as the City’s Questions can be submitted to procurement and is entitled Request support of the Cancer Prevention Study 3. procurement@achaco.com. for Proposals #13-019 Landscaping Services. Questions can be submitted to Council approved the following: Financial procurement@achaco.com. Report for August 2013; Engineering Services Contract for McKay Drainageway; Fleet Maintenance Cumulative Purchases Published in the Westsider of Over $50,000; and 2014 Property and First publication: October 4, 2013 Liability Insurance Renewal. Last publication: October 11, 2013 00052412 Council adopted the following resolutions: Published in the Westsider Resolution No. 22 appointing fourteen inFirst publication: October 4, 2013 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS coming Youth Advisory Panel members Last publication: October 11, 2013 LANDSCAPING SERVICES for the 2013/2014 term; and Resolution 00052418 RFP #13-019 No. 23 supporting the Adams County School District 50 mill levy override. The Adams County Housing Authority City of Westminster (ACHA) is a public entity formed in 1974 Summary of Proceedings Council passed the following Councillor’s to provide federally subsidized housing Bill on first reading: and housing assistance to low-income Summary of proceedings of the WestminA BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AUTHORfamilies, within Adams County, Colorado. ster City Council meeting of Monday, IZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONThough brought into existence by a ResolSeptember 23, 2013. Mayor McNally, TRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF WESTution of the Adams County Board of ComMayor Pro Tem Winter, and Councillors MINSTER AND THE PACIFIC COMPANmissioners, it is a separate entity from the Briggs, Kaiser, Lindsey, and Major were IES AND URBAN PACIFIC MULTIAdams County, Colorado government. present at roll call. Councillor Atchison HOUSING, LLC TO BUY AND SELL was absent and excused. REAL ESTATE. Purpose: to authorize a ACHA has approximately 14 properties of contract amendment to sell approximately multi-family apartment communities in The minutes of the regular meeting of 15.8 acres between The Promenade and Adams County, throughout the cities of September 9, 2013, were approved as Circle Point. Thornton, Commerce City, Westminster, presented. and Denver. ACHA is soliciting competitThe meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m. ive bids from qualified business for LandCouncil presented the third quarter 2013 scaping Services at these properties. The Business Legacy Awards to Westminster By Order of the contract period will be for 1 year (with the businesses celebrating 35, 40, 50, 55 and Westminster City Council possibility of up to 4 optional renewals.) 60 years of being in business in the City. Carla Koeltzow, Deputy City Clerk

For more information or to place a legal ad, please contact our Legals Department at

LEGAL PUBLIC NOTICE Government Legals CITY OF WESTMINSTER NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given to all interested persons that a public hearing will be held by the City Council of the City of Westminster on Monday, October 14, at 7 p.m. at Westminster City Hall, 4800 West 92nd Avenue, Westminster, Colorado. The purpose of the hearing is to consider the Preliminary Development Plan and Official Development Plan that would allow two single-family residential lots on .545 acres at the southwest corner of 73rd and Wolff Street. The property is zoned Planned Unit Development with singlefamily residential use as the only allowed use. Copies of all application materials and the proposed plans submitted by the applicant that will be considered by the City Council at this hearing, are available for review by contacting the Planning Division at 303-658-2090. Michael Cummins Planning Manager Publish in the Westsider October 4, 2013 00052396

INVITATION FOR BID IFB# 13-020 SECURITY SERVICES The Adam County Housing Authority (ACHA), located at 7190 Colorado Blvd, Sixth Floor, Commerce City, Colorado 80022 is soliciting competitive bids from a qualified business for security services through the Invitation for Bid (IFB) process. The purpose of this IFB is to obtain a business to perform security services at 13 apartment communities owned and operated by ACHA. The contract period will be for 1 year (with the possibility of up to 4 optional renewals). Obtain IFB Documents and Attachments at http://www.adamscountyhous ing.com/procurement Pre-bid Conference: Wednesday, October 23, 2013 at promptly 10:00AM Village of Greenbriar located at 8290 N. Federal Blvd Westminster, Colorado 80031 Bids Due: Thursday, November 7th, 2013 at 2:00PM M.S.T. (Late bids will not be accepted)

Published in the Westsider First publication: October 4, 2013 Last publication: October 11, 2013 00052526

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PAYROLL SERVICES RFP #13-018 The Adams County Housing Authority (ACHA) is a public entity formed in 1974 to provide federally subsidized housing and housing assistance to low-income families, within Adams County, Colorado. Though brought into existence by a Resolution of the Adams County Board of Commissioners, it is a separate entity from the Adams County, Colorado government. With approximately 80 employees, ACHA is seeking a payroll services provider, capable of providing general payroll, taxes, report services, and experience working with PERA – Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association. Services will begin December 1st 2013 for a transition period with actual payroll beginning January 1st, 2014. The Housing Authority, the awarding agency, is seeking proposals from general contractors to perform the work. A detailed Request for Proposals (RFP) can be obtained by visiting our website, http://www.adamscountyhousing.com/ procurement and is entitled Request for Proposals #13-018 Payroll Services. Questions can be submitted to procurement@achaco.com.

Published in the Westsider First publication: October 4, 2013 Last publication: October 11, 2013 00052412

The Housing Authority, the awarding agency, is seeking proposals from general contractors to perform the work. A detailed Request for Proposals (RFP) can be obtained by visiting our website, http://www.adamscountyhousing.com/ procurement and is entitled Request for Proposals #13-019 Landscaping Services. Questions can be submitted to

720-556-6340

adcolegals@ourcoloradonews.com

Mayor McNally issued a proclamation declaring October as Fire Prevention Month. Mayor McNally was recognized by the American Cancer Society for her support of the Relay for Life as well as the City’s support of the Cancer Prevention Study 3. Council approved the following: Financial

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Jeffco School Board TONYA AULTMAN -BETTRIDGE

QUESTIONS 1) Please use three words to describe your leadership style. 2) Describe the skills that make you the best candidate for the job. 3) What areas should Jefferson County schools improve? 4) What would you do to increase partnerships with other organizations, such as city councils? 5) What do you make of inBloom as a data collection method to evaluate students’ progress?

Terms Members for the Board of Education are elected to a fouryear term. There are three out of five seats open for election in District 1, District 2, and District 5. There are no districts with uncontested candidates.

Candidate for District 1 Background: Dr. AultmanBettridge lives in Westminster with her husband Glen and son, Will, who is in the eighth grade. All three Aultmanare Colorado naBettridge tives, moving to Jefferson County because of its excellent school system. She has dedicated her entire career in program and policy analysis and extensive volunteer hours to improving the lives of children. Contact: Email Tonya@tonyaforjeffcoschools.com; Phone 303717-2395; website www.TonyaForJeffcoSchools.com 1) I would describe my leadership style as analytical, thoughtful, and collaborative. I enjoy working with others to make decisions based on evidence and the consideration of a variety of perspectives. 2) I have over 20 years of experience in analyzing programs and policies that impact the lives of children, youth and families. I have experience in analyzing public policy through different views and making recommendations that lead to meaningful improvement. My communication skills allow me to effectively listen and respond to district stakeholders. 3) I believe the district needs to expand its communication and engagement of parents as partners in education. I also believe that bridging the achievement gap is of vital importance to our community. 4) Part of my campaign has been to meet with city mayors and members of city councils, as well as local business leaders. I believe that effective ongoing communication and face to face interaction with these groups is necessary to strengthen partnerships within the district. 5) I believe that inBloom has the potential to be an important tool in personalizing educational goals for students and helping teachers and parents monitor progress more effectively. It must however be implemented in such a way to protect student’s privacy and confidentiality.

JULIE WILLIAMS

Candidate for District 1 Background: A Colorado native and graduate of Arvada High School, Julie met her husband at North Arvada Jr. High, and Williams has been married for 28 years with two children. One child has autism, the other is gifted. Currently, she serves as co-chair of SEAC the Special Education Advisory Committee to Jeffco. Contact: Phone 303- 829-2532; website WilliamsForJeffcoSchools. com 1) Open, honest and sincere. 2) Honest, responsible, communicator who listens, acts and respects, organized, flexible, plans, motivates and is effective. 3) Jeffco areas of improvement are to implement open door negotiations, turnaround interventions for struggling schools, increase and replicate high performing schools including charters, option schools and online options. 4) All options should be open using common sense and simple solutions where the communities voice is heard and valued 5) I am in favor of a dashboard to assist parents and teachers communicate but NOT an international data collection system that has a disclaimer stating they are responsible if there is a breach in security, our district would be responsible. Our children and teacher’s information is private and should be protected. Undisclosed data points? One should ask; Why do they need this information to teach our children?

JEFF LAMONTAGNE

JOHN NEWKIRK

Candidate for District 2 Background: Co-founder and longtime executive director of Second Wind Fund. Holds a law degree. Has served Jeffco Schools in a variLamontagne ety of leadership capacities over the last decade. His wife, Suzanne, teaches chemistry at Lakewood High School, and both his children attend Jeffco Schools. Contact: Phone 303-517-6368; Email jeff@jeff4jeffco.com; website www.jeff4jeffco.com 1) Constructive, collaborative, balanced. 2) I have a track record of proven leadership in getting results for kids in our community. As a cofounder and longtime executive director of Second Wind Fund, I brought together thousands of families, scores of businesses, faith communities, and civic organizations with Jeffco Schools for the well-being and safety of our kids. I’ve also worked collaboratively and effectively on the board of The Jefferson Foundation and on Jeffco Schools’ Strategic Planning and Advisory Council. 3) Jeffco Schools face several fundamental changes, including new content standards, student assessments, teacher evaluations, questions around teacher compensation, and more. If managed effectively, these changes could have a great long-term impact toward improving student achievement and the quality of education we deliver to our kids. 4) I would continue to utilize great working relationships with leaders across the county and ensure the formation of a regular twoway feedback group between the schools and the cities. 5) I’ve spoken with many teachers who value the potential efficiency and evaluation power of inBloom. If there are appropriate assurances and plans around data security and privacy concerns, inBloom could prove to be a useful tool to help our teachers better meet the needs of each individual Jeffco student.

Candidate for District 2 Background: John Newkirk is a 45-year Jefferson County resident and a graduate of the Jeffco schools. After earning an engineering deNewkirk gree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, he returned to Jefferson County and started a business. John’s wife is a Golden High School graduate and they currently have three daughters in public schools. Contact: Email john@newkirkforjeffcoschools.com; website www. newkirkforjeffcoschools.com 1) Listen, Listen, Decide. 2) I’ve founded and run two successful Jeffco businesses, so I know how to allocate resources and minimize waste. I have 20 years of experience as a volunteer with nonprofits and youth, so I know how to engage and work with community members. I have executive experience, so I know how to set goals and assure they are met. Lastly, I am a proud Jeffco graduate, so I know from personal experience how important Jeffco teachers can be in our lives. 3) Jefferson County schools should assure that all students have access to the best possible education and that our resources are spent in the classroom. 4) School board decisions should be inspired by thoughtful community conversations that value all opinions while focusing on what’s best for our students. I would ask for more joint city council/school board meetings as well as study sessions where the business community is invited to discuss the skills needed to employ Jeffco graduates. 5) I’m not in favor of any system that collects sensitive student/parent information and uploads it to a national database. inBloom has not been tested as a method to evaluate student progress and we don’t yet know its total cost.

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GATEWAY BATTERED Women’s Services is looking for volunteers to work on various planning committees for its upcoming fundraising endeavors. Monthly attendance for fundraising meetings required. Contact Jeneen Klippel at 303-343-1856 or email jkworden@gatewayshelter.com. GIRL SCOUT volunteers Whether you commit a few hours a month running a troop, or a few hours a year helping with a science event, tackle important issues, travel to incredible

places, share interests and create experiences with girls and other adults you will never forget. Gain marketable skills that will benefit you in ways beyond Girl Scouting. Join Girl Scouts today and become one of our volunteers. Both men and women 18 and older are invited to join. In addition to positions working with the girls, we’ve got volunteer needs in our offices around the state to help with paperwork and other administrative duties. For more information, visit girlscoutsofcolorado.org, email inquiry@gscolorado.org or call 1-877-404-5708.

HEALTH PASSPORT Looking for a volunteer opportunity? Health Passport volunteers provide support for patients and their families both in the hospital and upon discharge; help with outreach, marketing, and social networking; connect patients, families, and volunteers with the services and programs right for them; host classes at various Health Passport locations; contribute to the health and wellness of those in the community; counsel clients who need prescription drug assistance, and help with day-to-day living expenses, Medicare and Medicaid issues. For information about these volunteer opportunities, contact Kerry Ewald, Health Passport volunteer coordinator, at 303-629-4934. To learn more about Centura Health, visit www.myhealthpassport.org. Clubs continues on Page 21

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Jeffco School Board GORDON “SPUD” VAN DE WATER

Candidate for District 5 Background: Parent and grandparent with three decades of education research and policy experience; 18 years running Van de Water his own business; 15 years staffing education boards; 25 years serving on boards; four postsecondary degrees; and seven years of military leadership training. Contact: Email spud4jeffcokids@ gmail.com; website spud4jeffcokids.com 1) Collaborative, thoughtful, dynamic. 2) I am an active listener, an astute questioner, a seeker of common ground, a future oriented thinker, an experienced analyst, a strategic planner, a trained researcher, a confident decision maker 3) My three top areas are: 1) continuous improvement in overall student achievement; 2) closing the achievement gap; and 3) a Board of Education where all five members work collaboratively on behalf of our 85,000 students. 4) I will support current and future collaborative projects like the Lakewood Boys & Girls Club that build the academic, athletic, and artistic talents of our students. 5) Technology is a tool the district provides its teachers and principals to do their jobs better. The current pilot project does not collect data; it organizes several databases the district already possesses so student academic data is more easily retrieved and can be formatted into a classroom dashboard to support learning. Security and privacy issues are clearly important in this work. The pilot is designed to meet all federal and industry standards for security and privacy. I support the pilot process and look forward to the recommendation of the district’s Data Management Advisory Committee in January 2014.

KEN WITT

Candidate for District 5 Background: A Colorado native, Ken and his wife Deb have four children. Three graduated from public schools, and the youngest Witt is at Columbine. Has a degree in mathematics from CU Denver, has run profitable businesses and been responsible for data security at companies like Newmont Mining. Contact: Email ken@wittforjeffcoschools.com / Website wittforjeffcoschools.com; phone 720.383.4KEN (4536) / Facebook WittForJeffcoSchools 1) Visionary, thoughtful, respectful. 2) I have the skills to set measurable goals, track progress, provide feedback and help ensure the organization delivers results within budget. I have security and technology experience; I know how to leverage technology to improve efficiencies while keeping data safe. I know how to minimize waste, balance competing priorities and make tough decisions. I work well with people. 3) Recognize and reward great teachers and principals; reduce wait lists by replicating successful programs; reduce remediation rates; and direct money to the classroom. 4) I would include representatives from city councils, chambers of commerce, and other community and civic organizations on committees and in board discussions. I would seek input from business and community leaders on what skills are needed for successful employment. 5) InBloom is the wrong technology solution. It will be hard to ensure student and teacher privacy. Parents won’t have enough information about the lessons their children receive. Costs may escalate as the district becomes committed to the platform.

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Academy quarterback Devan Caswell runs the ball during the homecoming game Sept. 28 against Pinnacle at North Stadium. Photos by Kate Ferraro

Academy defeats rival in homecoming game Pinnacle still winless for season By Kate Ferraro

kferraro@ourcoloradonews.com After breaking his finger during a game against Sheridan, The Academy quarterback Joey Ray was unable to compete in the homecoming game against Pinnacle Sept. 28 at North Stadium. But it didn’t matter, because his replacement helped the team to a much-needed triumph. Junior Devan Caswell, who usually plays running back, stepped up on the Wildcats’ homecoming day, scoring two touchdowns and one two-point conversion, assisting his team to a close 32-29 victory. “He did a great job for us,” Academy head coach Park Vogel said. “He’s young; it was his first time playing quarterback so I thought he did a pretty good job.” Pinnacle didn’t make the defeat easy for The Academy. The Timberwolves were on the Wildcats’ back the whole way. Caswell ran in the first touchdown of the game in the first quarter, while Academy’s J.J. Pita completed a two-point conversion. Pinnacle answered right back with a touchdown and two-point conversion of their own, tying the game at eight points apiece. The Timberwolves scored twice within three minutes in the second quarter, completing the point-after-touchdown only once, taking the 21-8 lead. The Academy running back Zach Morgan scored just a few minutes before halftime, tightening the score to 21-16 after successfully completing another two-

point conversion. “We’ve got to correct all our mistakes,” Vogel said. “We had a bushel full of mistakes. We do something good then give it back. We need to tighten up our blocking.” With one minute 30 seconds left in the half, Pita intercepted the ball from Pinnacle quarterback Hector Venegas. The Academy pushed the ball downfield until 23 seconds left in the half when Caswell ran the ball in for his second touchdown of the day. Pita completed the two-point conversion for the 24-21 lead at halftime. Wide receiver Anthony Ramirez sealed the deal for The Academy scoring their final touchdown of the day, plus a twopoint conversion by Caswell for the 32-21 lead. Caswell said he enjoys playing with Ramirez and trusts he will always be there to catch his passes. “Just to have confidence in someone to catch the ball, it’s great to rely on him,” Caswell said. Pinnacle scored again with a two-point conversion, but it wasn’t enough. The Academy won their homecoming game 32-29. “It’s always big because it’s a conference game and Pinnacle is a big rivalry,” Vogel said. “You have kids that know kids, you have relatives that go to both schools, it’s a big game.” The Academy completed four twopoint conversions for eight points. Vogel said they go for two points after every touchdown since their kicking situation isn’t the greatest. The Academy is now 2-3 overall, 1-0 in league and will travel Oct. 4 to a 3-2 Woodland Park team. Pinnacle dropped to 0-6 and will go home Oct. 5 to play Faith Christian.

Running back Anthony Ramirez runs toward the endzone during a game against Pinnacle Sept. 28 at North Stadium.

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Legacy junior Li Chen drives the ball Oct. 1 at the 5A boys golf state championships at Murphy Creek Golf Course in Aurora. Photos by Kate Ferraro

Legacy’s Chen ties for second at State Lightning place fourth overall

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Legacy golf junior Li Chen tied with Regis Jesuit’s Jake Kelley for second place at the 5A boys state golf championships Oct. 1, at Murphy Creek Golf Course in Aurora. Chen finished the two-day event with a score of 140, four under par. He earned a 67 the first day of championships Sept. 30 and 73 on the second day. Chen said he was a little disappointed with the final results. “I didn’t play so well today,” Chen said. “Coming in the final round I was thinking, `I’ll try my best to get first,’ but tied for second, that’s still pretty good.” Chen earned first team all-conference this year. Legacy head coach Bobby Ortega said Chen played his best golf this year at the state tournament. “He’s a great kid and a great competitor,” Ortega said. “He’s only a junior so that’s good thing.” Spencer Painton from Regis Jesuit won first place with a two-day total score of 138, six under par. Regis came in first place overall with a score of 425. Legacy won fourth place with a 455 score. Legacy’s Spencer Roberts tied for 31st place, earning a two-day total score of 155, 11 over par. Trevor Glen shot 16 over par for 160 points. Zach Moritz came in tied for 74th place with a 171 score. “This is the best we’ve ever finished in the history of the school, in the 14 years I’ve been the coach,” Ortega said. “It’s pretty special, they did a great job.”

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3A state golf championships

Joey Bartoletti from Holy Family tied for 19th in the 3A state golf championships Oct. 1 at Pueblo Country Club. Bartoletti finished with a two-day 161 score, 19 over par. Matthew Collier tied for 23rd shooting 163. Tying for 26th place was Conor Stanley for 164 points. Tyler Smiens shot 30 over par for 172 points. Holy Family came in sixth place overall for a two-day score of 488. Jefferson Academy’s Zach Troyer tied for 68th place shooting 41 over par for a two-day total of 183 points.

Chen, right, talks with his coach Bobby Ortega, right, before setting up his ball on the tee. Tristan Rohrbaugh of Basalt High School won first place for 3A with a 141 score, one under par. Alexander Dawson High School placed first overall, scoring 445.

Quick Hits Flooding won’t affect postseason

Softball, volleyball or boys soccer won’t be penalized when teams are unable to reschedule game due to the recent flooding. Maxpreps.com uses a ranking system when deciding who qualifies for the postseason. Football’s wild card points adjust for canceled games, also. For tennis, cross country and gymnastics, athletes have to attend regionals to be able to qualify for State.

Mountain Range football first in standings The Mustangs are in first place so far in the 2013 season with a 4-1 overall record, 1-0 in league for the 5A Front Range League football

standings. Senior running back Gabe Gillespie leads the league in rushing yards with 485 and in the scoring category with 54 points. Senior Grant McConnell leads the league with eight sacks. Horizon is in fourth place.

Legacy softball in second place

The Lightning is sitting behind Fossil Ridge in the standings with an 11-5 record, 7-1 in the Front Range standings. Fossil Ridge is 16-1 overall, 8-1 in league. Junior pitcher Haley Smith leads the league in pitching with 114 strikeouts. That’s 46 more than the second place spot, Autumn Anderson for Fort Collins.

Standley Lake boys soccer upset by rival Pomona

The Gators came into their match against Pomona Sept. 23 undefeated at 7-0 and ranked No. 6 in the state. Pomona junior Marcello Laguera scored the game-winning goal in double overtime. Pomona junior Jake Semple tied the game at one in the first half, after Standley Lake sophomore Kyler Fowkes scored the first goal of the game in the 11th minute. It was Fowkes eighth goal of the season. Standley Lake tied Chatfield 3-3 Sept. 27. The Gators are in fifth place in the 5A Jeffco League standings, while Arvada West is sitting in first with an 8-2 record, 4-0 in league.

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Alameda falls to 0-5 while Jefferson improves to 6-0 D’Evelyn is red hot as season’s second half arrives By Daniel Williams

dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com Arvada: After a big win over Skyview the Arvada football team has suffered back-toback blowout loses. The Bulldogs were beaten at Evergreen 53-18 Friday and over their last two games Arvada has given up a total of 115 points. While Arvada’s offense has shown signs of life this season while its defense has had trouble in most of its games this season. The Bulldogs (1-4, 0-1) will host Alameda Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Trailblazer Stadium. Alameda: The Pirates are still in search of their first win of the season after falling 28-7 at Weld Central on Friday. Despite being winless Alameda has played all of its opponents’ tough, losing three of its five games by eight points or less. The Pirates (0-5, 0-1) will play Arvada Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Trailblazer Stadium, in what will be a winnable game for Alameda. Bear Creek: The Bears slide continued as they fell 38-21 at Mullen on Friday. After opening the season 2-0 Bear Creek has lost its last three games. The Bears gave up nearly 200 rushing yards Friday night. Bear Creek (2-3, 0-1) will play at Lakewood Thursday at 7 p.m. at Jeffco Stadium. D’Evelyn: The Jaguars delivered their third consecutive blowout victory beating Summit 42-0 Friday at Summit High School. Senior Greg Pearson rushed for 149 on 13 carries and recorded a touchdown, and senior receiver Ty McGee caught four balls for 123 yards and a touchdown. With the win D’Evelyn has outscored their opponents 137-11 over its last three games. The Jaguars (5-1, 2-0) will host Conifer Friday at 4 p.m. at Trailblazer Stadium. Faith Christian: The Eagles got their

Arvada is still searching for their first win of the season but senior Jesse Jackson remains positive. Photo by Daniel Williams second consecutive shutout victory handling Middle Park 41-0 Friday at Middle Park High School. Faith Christian scored 22 third quarter points to blow open a game that was 13-0 at halftime. Junior Daniel Landewisch rushed the ball 18 times for 177 yards and a touchdown. The Eagles (4-2, 1-0) will play at The Pinnacle Saturday at 11 a.m. Golden: The Demons let their potential first victory of the season slip away falling 13-7 to Littleton Friday at Colorado School of Mines. Although they threatened late in the game Golden, playing in its homecoming game, could not find a away to tie the action and the Demons fall to 0-5 on the season. First year head coach Jason Neely has had his work cut out for him as he continues to rebuild the program.

Golden (0-5) will play Monarch Friday, 4 p.m. at North Area Athletic Complex. Green Mountain/Standley Lake: After big back-to-back wins the Rams were shut out by Standley Lake 28-0 Friday at Jeffco Stadium. Seniors Jordan Downey and Trey Muller combined for 105 yards on 25 shared carries and the Gators used a stout defensive effort to stop Green Mountain. Green Mountain is however coming off consecutive wins where it outscored their opponents 77-3. The Rams (3-2) will host Dakota Ridge Friday at 4 p.m. at Jeffco Stadium. Jefferson: The Saints improved to a perfect 6-0 after a 44-7 dismantling at Clear Creek on Friday. One of the best sports stories in the state continued and Jefferson has outscored its last three opponents 114-13. The Saints (6-0, 3-0) will try to take that

momentum to Platte Canyon where they will play Saturday at 1 p.m. Lakewood: The Tigers tough-luck season continued with a 48-13 loss to Chatfield Friday at Jeffco Stadium. Lakewood gave up 227 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns and were blown out for the first time this season. But even though Lakewood has a 1-4 record, three of its losses have come by a total of 13 points. The Tigers (1-4, 0-1) will play Bear Creek Thursday at 7 p.m. at Jeffco Stadium. Pomona: The Panthers scored 44 first half points and then took their foot off the gas in a 44-8 victory over Boulder Friday at North Area Athletic Complex. Pomona attacked early and often scoring 23 first half points behind senior running back Chris Marquez. The win was the Panthers third straight and their only loss was a 19-15 loss to Cherry Creek one month ago. Pomona (4-1, 1-0) will play at Legacy Friday at 7 p.m. at North Stadium. Ralston Valley: The Mustangs suffered a rare big loss at the hands of Fairview 43-18 Friday at Recht Field. Ralston Valley only gave up 44 rushing yards but allowed almost 400 passing yards by senior Anders Hill. The Mustangs (3-2, 0-1) will have a chance to get their offense restarted against Boulder, Friday at 7 p.m. at North Area Athletic Complex, before a huge meeting with Pomona the following weekend. Wheat Ridge: In a meeting between two of the state’s top five 4A teams the Farmers were shut out 20-0 by Montbello Friday at All-City Field. Montbello scored 13 second quarter points and then used outstanding run defense to neutralize a usually potent Wheat Ridge offense. In addition, the Farmers gave up 398 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns. Still looked at as an elite 4A team, Wheat Ridge (3-2, 1-0) will host John F. Kennedy Thursday at 6 p.m. at Trailblazer Stadium.

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