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The Town Board trustees and the mayor hold nonpartisan positions. They make decisions based on Estes factors. That doesn't mean they don't each have personal opinions about candidates and issues. I'm sure each of them votes for the candidates and ballot issues that resonate with them, in town, county, state, and national elections. Good. Each American should make their choices. We’d have our best democracy if all would vote. The Town Board of Estes deals with local topics, and does not and should not, as a body, take a partisan stand on issues. We are here to serve all residents of Estes Park. And beyond Town limits, because our decisions can impact unincorporated Larimer residents up here, we serve all the residents of the Estes Valley, even those who can’t vote in Town elections. Despite my personal vote in election cycles, I don't consider those factors when deliberating Town business. When I focus on Estes issues, I'm not thinking of national partisan politics. I'm thinking, what maintains the character and beauty of Estes? What keeps our commerce and visitation healthy and doesn't damage our valley? Is there a substantially dominant opinion from a high majority of Estes residents? That last question is a tough one —
we have a goodly number of vocal residents about Town issues, but it’s still only a small fraction of the overall population, so it’s difficult to discern how the 4,000 registered voters would vote on an issue if they all voted. Wouldn't it be interesting if we had an instant poll of all Estes voters on every topic? And that’s where representative democracy comes in. Whoever turns out at the polls chooses the candidate, even if only one out of ten voters. Then, the elected must make the decisions for the Valley. We speak of fiduciary responsibility. That's all seven members, no one has a monopoly on that. We are required to look for what we each believe is the best for Estes. Sometimes what is best is highly debated, even divisive, but we must decide. We speak of destination stewardship. The destination to which those visitors are coming is our home, and so of course we want everyone to care for the land, property, animals, and the natural resources. In my time on the board, I’ve been asked what my values are. My values are based on hearing all voices, starting from a point of humanity and civility with all, serving as best I can. That can't be defined on one side of the political spectrum.
Some feel that any political opinion I have affects how I think and vote on Town business. That is not true. Those opinions are not relevant to my Town work. Estes deserves that I listen to all, set aside any personal political opinions, and make the best decision for Estes. I’ve done that to the best of my ability so far and will continue to do so. There are some issues on which I don’t have a strong opinion. I listen to all the public comment and to the trustees’ opinions and the Town facts, and it helps me steer to a decision. There are other topics on which I hold strong opinions. If you watch Town Board meetings, you'll note that I speak strongly about those. Sometimes I’m more of a moderator and sometimes I’m a high advocate of certain topics. For those who attend or watch our sessions, you’ll see those two sides of me. Your opinion on Town issues is valued and heard, no matter what your personal politics are. I will explain my decisions. The mayor used to be a tiebreaker vote, now the mayor votes on every issue. And so, I must learn the issues to the same depth and breadth that the trustees learn. No parties here, and that's the way it should be.
On September 28, police served a misdemeanor/traffic arrest warrant to a 21year-old male at 900 Moraine Avenue. He was taken into custody. On September 28, police served a misdemeanor/traffic arrest warrant to a 38year-old male at 131 Stanley Avenue. He was taken into custody and transported to Larimer County Detention Center. On September 29, police arrested a 70year-old female at 815 Fawn Lane for violation of a protection order. She was
transported to Larimer County Detention Center. On October 4, police stopped a 22year-old male driver in the area of Riverside Drive and E Elkhorn Avenue. The suspect was arrested for drinking from/possessing an open alcoholic beverage, unlawful possession of a Schedule I or II substance, unlawful possession containing fentanyl, failure to present evidence of insurance, no plates attached, and failure to display valid registration. He was transported to Larimer County Detention Center. The charge(s) are merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
EVFPD firefighters generally respond to medical calls in their personal vehicles, allowing for a faster response. On other incidents, firefighters respond to a fire station to respond in department apparatus with specialized equipment. During the week of September 27, 2026, the Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) responded to 14 calls for service. This included: • Alarm Activation: 3 • Emergency Medical (assist EPH): 4 • Odor Investigation: 2 • Mutual Aid: 1 • Haz Mat: 1 • Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA): 1 • Wildland Fire – Unconfirmed: 1 • Structure Fire: 1 estesvalleyfire.org
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Estes Park Housing Authority Completes Tiny Town Purchase & Secures Proposition 123 Funding The Estes Park Housing Authority (EPHA) has finalized the $3.6 million purchase of the 10-acre Tiny Town property at 830 Moraine Avenue. This acquisition lays the groundwork for the phased development of affordable housing in the area. Additionally, EPHA has been awarded $3.35 million from Colorado's Proposition 123 Land Banking Program to support the purchase. For decades, Tiny Town, known for its cabins along the Big Thompson River and its classic miniature golf course, has been a cherished part of Estes Park's heritage. The Mitchell family, including Bob and Steve Mitchell, played a key role in its history, providing a warm and familiar presence to generations of visitors. Trout Haven Resorts is also owed a debt of gratitude for their continued stewardship of the property’s Tiny Town Golf Course. “Tiny Town holds a special place in the history of Estes Park,” said Scott Moulton, EPHA's executive director.
“We are grateful to the Mitchell family for their contributions to this community. As we look to the future, we aim to honor those memories while creating housing opportunities that will allow residents to stay and thrive in Estes Park.” EPHA is considering a mix of affordable rental properties and attainable homes for purchase, developed in phases. While the land banking funds secure the property, further planning, approvals, and funding will be necessary to move forward with design and construction. Final plans, including unit counts and timelines, have not yet been determined. As planning progresses, EPHA will explore ways to honor or preserve the historical significance of the property, including the cabins and golf course. EPHA anticipates significant community involvement as they progress with planning and development of the site.
UCHealth Awards $20,000 In Grants To Local Estes Park Nonprofits Funding represents UCHealth’s commitment to the Estes Valley community UCHealth has announced $20,000 in funding awards to four Estes Park nonprofits that support residents in need and health and well-being initiatives. The recipients include: • Crossroads Ministry, a human services agency that assists residents with basic needs and wraparound services. • The Bridge of Estes, a nonprofit assisting cancer patients with wellness services. • Harmony Foundation, a live-in recovery center that helps people overcome substance abuse. • Estes Dementia Day Center, a new nonprofit in Estes Park that helps patients and families who are affected by dementia. “The funds represent our dedication to the Estes Valley community and the nonprofits that serve the needs of its residents,” said Vern Carda, president of UCHealth Estes Valley Medical Center. “These grants are more than funding; they represent investments in stability, long-term wellness and op-
portunities for individuals and families throughout the community.” The funds will be used to create programs for children in Estes Park, improve access to essential services, support behavioral health in Estes Valley, and strengthen programs that provide assistance for rent, food and healthcare services. UCHealth awarded grants this year to 76 nonprofit organizations across Colorado, helping communities overcome barriers and create pathways to better health. These grants support programs that deliver essential services and address factors that shape health outcomes. The grant program is one aspect of UCHealth’s overall community partnership initiatives. UCHealth is dedicated to improving the lives of residents of Estes Valley and across Colorado. In 2025, UCHealth invested $1.6 billion in community benefits. UCHealth is Colorado’s largest provider of Medicaid services – two times more than the next largest provider in Colorado – covering nearly 1.4 million Medicaid visits annually.
Recovery Medicine Southwest Terry A. Rustin, MD, announces the opening of his medical practice for the assessment and treatment of adults with addictions and psychiatric disorders. “My practice is entirely virtual, ensuring confidentiality and privacy. I provide medication management and psychotherapy, and medically assisted treatment with Suboxone® (buprenorphine).” Email questions to RecoveryMedicineSouthwest@gmail.com Scan this QR code to access the appointment calendar Dr. Rustin is licensed to see patients in Texas and Colorado
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Do you love Estes Park and want to learn more about it? The Estes Park Museum offers several ways to enrich your knowledge about local history. To explore historic images and artifacts that tell the story of Estes Park, visit the Estes Park Museum permanent gallery, Destination: Estes Park, and the temporary exhibit One of a Kind: Art from the Estes Park Museum, on display through December 2026 in the Historic Boyd Building. Follow the Museum’s Facebook page and website for up-to-date programming featuring a variety of presentations with in-depth
sive member events, programs, content and more! Additional benefits include: • Invitation to the annual Membership Appreciation Social • Invitation for a staff-led tour of the permanent exhibit, Destination: Estes Park • Access to member-only events, tours, exhibit openings, and programs • Plus-one invitation for all memberonly events • Triannual Museum Pieces newsletter connecting members to the Museum
topics exploring Estes Park’s interesting and unique history. Dive deep into the area’s past through the Museum's online collection content where guests can listen to interviews from the oral history collection, search the historic newspaper collection (1920-2004) for keywords and names, or browse the collections database of over 35,000 artifacts! While on the website, help the Estes Park Museum achieve its mission to preserve, share, and respect the unique history of Estes Park by joining the Museum Members Program. With this pay-what-you can program, a donation as low as $35 will give access to exclu-
• 20% off all merchandise and preorder access to select items in the Museum Shop • Early sign-up for ticketed public events • Discounts or free admission to paid public tours and programs • Access to pre-order select Museum Friends Press publications For more information, or to join the Museum Members program today, please visit estes.org/museum. You can also join by sending a check with “membership” in the memo to EPMFF at 200 4th Street, Estes Park, CO 80517. All membership donations go to the General Fund.
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Community Gumbo Dinner Returns To Kick Off The Winter Season As tourist season winds down, the Chamber is once again bringing the community together for its annual Community Gumbo Dinner, kicking off the winter season with a night of food and fellowship. “The entire community is welcome to join for this 'Friendsgiving' themed night of food and fellowship. Invite your neighbor, coworker, and their kids to partake,” said Colleen DePasquale, Estes Chamber of Commerce President.
When love is the main ingredient, the color, smell, and consistency tell you when it's ready to serve.” “Once you've tried Carl's homemade gumbo, it's easy to taste why we sell out early every year, so we're opening reservations nearly a month in advance to give as many people as possible the chance to join us,” DePasquale added. Online food reservations close at 3 p.m. on November 12. This year's dinner welcomes First Colorado Realty as title sponsor for the
This year's dinner will take place Thursday, November 12th from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Tavern at the Legion. Carl Robicheaux, Estes Park's beloved local Cajun and a fixture of this event for years, will once again be stirring the pot for the annual community dinner — joined this year by Derek Vinge, newer to the ladle and ready to carry on the tradition. The Chamber will offer several sizes of gumbo to enjoy with family and neighbors in the Tavern at the Legion, or to take to go. Gumbo comes with bread and butter, and the Legion will offer a cash bar for beverages. “Making an authentic Cajun gumbo has always been a part of my life,” said Carl Robicheaux. “My father taught me how to make traditional Cajun gumbo — never tomatoes. He learned it from his mother, who learned it from hers. Dad taught me that the number one ingredient in a great gumbo is love.
first time. “We're proud to step in as title sponsor for an event that brings this whole community together,” said Breeyan Edwards of First Colorado Realty. “It's exactly the kind of local tradition we want to support.” The Chamber also thanks Holiday Inn of Estes Park, who once again opened their kitchen to help make the evening possible, with Platte River Power Authority and Elkhorn Law who joined as new sponsors. The evening will also be a big one for another reason: the Chamber Foundation will unveil the eight dancing duos competing at January's "Dancing with the Stars" fundraiser at The Pavillion at the Stanley — so come hungry and stay for the reveal. Reserve your meal in advance and “laissez les bons temps rouler.” Pre-order on the Chamber website at esteschamber.org.
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National Park Friends Alliance Brings Park Partners Together At Rocky Mountain National Park
Jeff Reinbold, President & CEO of National Park Foundation; Estee Rivera Murdock, Executive Director of Rocky Mountain Conservancy & Vice Chair of National Park Friends Alliance; and Ryan McClure, Executive Director of Gateway Arch Park Foundation & Board Chair of National Park Friends Alliance
National Park Friends Alliance and Rocky Mountain Conservancy hosted leaders from nonprofit organizations who support national parks across the country, and the National Park Service at Rocky Mountain National Park for the 2026 National Park Friends Alliance Fall Meeting. This annual event focuses on strengthening the partnerships that support national parks and the communities connected to them. Nearly 400 attendees participated in three days of learning, discussion, and connection in and around Rocky Mountain National Park. The meeting brought together nonprofit executives, board members, National Park Service staff, fundraising and communications professionals, and other leaders working to strengthen public-private partnerships across the National Park System. “Nonprofit partners play an important role in helping parks respond to changing needs, build stronger connections with communities, and expand what is possible through partnership,” said Katie Nyberg, Executive Director of the National Park Friends Alliance. “Bringing this community together gives people the opportunity to learn from one another, build relationships from across the country, and share practical advice with one another in support of our national parks.” Sessions throughout the meeting addressed funding park needs, stewarding the next generation of land conservationists, navigating partnerships with the National Park Service, managing volunteers, connecting with sovereign Indige-
nous nations, and more. Over time, the need has grown significantly for individual donors, foundations, and grant funders to support park philanthropic partners and for park partners to bolster relationships with the park sites they support. The 2026 Fall Friends Alliance Meeting was hosted by Rocky Mountain Conservancy, the fundraising and education partner of Rocky Mountain National Park. As the local host, the Conservancy welcomed attendees to the region with custom field trips and offered participants a firsthand look at the role nonprofit groups can play in supporting parks, visitors, and surrounding communities. “The value of the National Friends Alliance Fall Meeting is evident in the willingness of this community to share what they know,” said Estee Rivera Murdock, Executive Director of Rocky Mountain Conservancy and incoming Board Chair of the National Park Friends Alliance. “When friends groups and park leaders connect with one another, they return home with new ideas, stronger relationships, and practical tools they can put to work immediately.” The 2026 Fall Friends Alliance Meeting was made possible with support from Southwest Airlines, the National Park Foundation, Yosemite Conservancy, Gateway Arch Foundation, Rocky Mountain Conservancy, Friends of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Naturebridge, Friends of Acadia, Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and Lantern Press.
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Listening At The Legion Welcomes Mark Powell & Scotty Alexander On Sunday, October 11 from 3-5 p.m., the popular Listening At the Legion series welcomes Estes Park’s own Mark Powell (owner of Seven Keys Lodge and founder of the highly successful Outlaws & Legends Music Festival) and Scotty Alexander (2026 Musician of the Year by Texas Country Music Association).
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This family-friendly performance will include Country and Americana tunes, and because it is a sponsored event, all ticket proceeds will go to American Legion Post 119. Powell and Alexander will swap lyrics, stories, and melodies from original songs as well as favorite covers. Get your tickets now as we anticipate this event will sell out. Tickets may be purchased online at the American Legion's website, esteslegion.org.
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Salud Family Health Awarded $8,417,247 Through Colorado Rural Health Transformation Program Salud Family Health (Salud) has been awarded $8,417,247 through Colorado’s Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) to invest in workforce, telehealth and whole person health care. The funding is part of nearly $170 million in RHTP grants directed by the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing (HCPF) to rural healthcare providers across Colorado. Funded by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), these investments will help protect access to care and support better health outcomes in Colorado's rural and frontier communities.
Investments in workforce and telehealth will help address two significant barriers to rural healthcare: shortages of healthcare professionals and the long distances patients may travel to receive care. By strengthening the local workforce and expanding options for virtual care, more residents will be able to receive timely services closer to home, maintain stronger connections with their care teams, and access services that may not otherwise be readily available in their communities. The project will also strengthen prevention and management of chronic conditions such as diabetes and heart disease by addressing the broader fac-
Salud’s President/CEO, John Santistevan stated, “These funds will greatly help Salud Family Health to expand the much needed health care services to the rural communities we serve. Our organization is very excited and motivated to put these dollars to good use.” Salud Family Health will use its RHTP funding to strengthen healthcare access in rural Colorado communities, including Estes Park, Trinidad, Fort Morgan, and Sterling. The project will focus on three priorities: recruiting and retaining healthcare professionals in rural areas, expanding telehealth and technology-enabled care, and providing whole- person services that help residents prevent and manage chronic disease.
tors that influence health and coordinating care around each patient's needs. Together, these efforts will improve access, support better health outcomes, and build a stronger, more sustainable healthcare system for rural communities. Colorado is directing $169,587,181 in RHTP grants to rural healthcare providers across the state. Through a highly competitive application process, 91 applicants and approximately 250 projects were selected to receive funding across 52 rural or frontier counties and three rural census tract counties. A complete list of Colorado Rural Health Transformation Program awardees and additional information about RHTP is available at hcpf.colorado.gov/RHTP-awardees.
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Sometimes the month of October finds me dazed. It is so complex, with highs and lows that vary significantly. We revel in brilliantly royal days and shiver (me timber) in pirate black nights. Some trees absolutely glow while others boast no color at all. Animals are preparing for what comes next. Whether it’s fattening up for winter or burning off energy through intense mating rituals, they’re serious about it, as exhibited by their curious behavior and unusual noises. Humans, too, act a bit unsettled (with peculiar behavior and unusual noises?). Barbara Crooker has managed to capture the season in this poem. Please read it more than once, slowly and slowly again. Breathe in each word. Perhaps read it aloud, to someone else or to yourself. You’ll sense how the poem captures the essence of October. Every description is rich, relatable, easy to imagine. And yet… I say it every year—my one-line poem—I hate to see my favorite season come. Then suddenly, it is gone. Here is Barbara Crooker:
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And Now it’s October the golden hour of the clock of the year. Everything that can run to fruit has already done so: round apples, oval plums, bottom-heavy pears, black walnuts and hickory nuts annealed in their shells, the woodchuck with his overcoat of fat. Flowers that were once bright as a box of crayons are now seed heads and thistle down. All the feathery grasses shine in the slanted light. It’s time to bring in the lawn chairs and wind chimes, time to draw the drapes against the wind, time to hunker down. Summer’s fruits are preserved in syrup, but nothing can stopper time. No way to seal it in wax or amber; it slides though our hands like a rope of silk. At night, the moon’s restless searchlight sweeps across the sky. You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2026 Sarah Donohoe
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EVWC’s Annual Lake Estes Cleanup Join us on Saturday, October 10, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. for the annual Estes Valley Watershed Coalition Annual Lake Estes Cleanup! Meet at Fisherman’s Nook on the north shore of Lake Estes. After a busy summer of fishing at Lake Estes, fishing line and hooks have been snagged in the branches of trees and bushes along the lake and river. Also, discarded fishing line that has been left behind by fishers can be found along the shoreline. Each year, many birds and other animals are injured or killed by becoming entangled in fishing line at Lake Estes. Additionally, fishing line can harm aquatic life and is a plastic pollutant that takes more than 600 years to degrade.
Please bring gloves to protect your hands from hooks and other hazardous material you might encounter during the cleanup (we will have a few loaner gloves). While some utility buckets will be available for the placement of collected line and gear, if you have one, please bring it. If you have waders, these will be useful to retrieve the line that hangs over the river and can only be reached from the water. Please bring any food and drinks you may want while you are participating. If needed, we have a weather make up day scheduled for Saturday, October 17 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. RSVP by emailing RSVP@evwatershed.org.
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October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Need A Checkup? Estes Park Health Foundation Can Help We believe no one should delay a screening because of cost. One Estes Valley resident who received assistance through the Estes Park Health Foundation's free screening program described it as “the gift of no worry.” With a family history of breast cancer, she was understandably concerned when she began experiencing unusual symptoms. Thanks to the program, she was able to get the care she needed without the financial burden that often prevents people from seeking help. The Foundation offers free first-level and, when needed, second-level breast cancer screenings through UCHealth Estes Valley Medical Center. The screening program includes a visit with the referring physician, meaning there is no cost to eligible patients. Applying is simple. Just complete the application form and let us help you take the next step toward peace of mind and better health. To apply, scan the QR code in the ad in the Estes Park News (it’s pink and
easy to find, see page 11!), visit our web page at ephf.org, or contact the Estes Park Health Foundation at 970-5864370 for an application. Sometimes the greatest gift is not a diagnosis or a treatment plan, but knowing. And for one local woman, that knowledge was “the gift of no worry.” The Estes Park Health Foundation partners with donors, volunteers, and community organizations to support programs and services that improve the health and well-being of residents throughout the Estes Valley. Through fundraising, grants, and community initiatives, the Foundation helps ensure access to quality health care and wellness resources close to home. The Foundation is also the philanthropic arm of UCHealth Estes Valley Medical Center. For more information about the Estes Park Health Foundation and its work, email us at giving@ephf.org, visit our website at ephf.org, or call us at 970577-4370.
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2026 Festival Of Trees Is Coming! Mark your calendars for Estes Park Quota Club’s Festival of Trees kick-off event on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 from 5-7 p.m. Come for photo ops with Santa and view our spectacular display of holiday trees adorning the lobby of the Estes Park Resort. We expect to have close to 50 trees all decorated in a variety of themes by individuals and businesses in the Estes Valley. You can purchase tree chances for $1 per ticket, 6 for $5, or 13 for $10. Six special trees will be given away on the night of the kick-off. Enjoy complimentary cookies and hot cocoa to feed your holiday spirit. The tree display will be on view through Sunday, December 13, 2026. The drawing begins at 3 p.m. This family friendly event is free and open to the public! The holiday trees are ready to be distributed to individuals and businesses that are ready to decorate them in whatever theme they choose. Guidelines are available on our website, estesparkquota.com. The trees are due on Friday, November 6, 2026. Please contact Lori at 970-232-5511 or Karen at 602321-9154 with any questions. Business sponsorships are being
sought for this year’s fundraiser. Our sponsors are integral to making this event a success. For more information and to learn more about sponsorships please contact EstesParkQuota@gmail.com or visit our website at estesparkquota.com. This highly anticipated holiday fundraiser supports Estes Park Quota, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the local community with philanthropic gifts and services. Quota members share the values of serving and encouraging others and developing lifelong friendships. We meet from 12-1 p.m. twice per month from September through May. We hold two major fundraisers throughout the year, including Taste of Estes in April and the Festival of Trees in December. Our emphasis is on community support for our medical supply “Loan Closet,” loaning durable medical equipment for a donation to locals and visitors in need of walkers, crutches, knee-scooters, and more. Quota looks for ways to support community programs in the following categories-hearing and speech, disadvantaged women and children, service to seniors, and providing scholarships to adult women seeking educational opportunities.
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Kick-Off Event November 11th Estes Park Resort, 1700 Colorado Peaks Blvd, Estes Park CO Refreshments Provided
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Join us for
A Toast for Salud An unforgettable evening at Twin Owls Steakhouse featuring live music, dancing, silent & live auctions, and mountain जय 鎀铐वा य! cuisine, all in support of the Estes Park Salud Foundation.
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Friday, October 30, 2026 5:30 - 9:00 PM
$100 per person or purchase a VIP table for up to 8 for $2,400 & treat your friends to a decadent night of indulgence.
Reserve your seat by scanning the QR code, or purchase tickets in person with cash or check at the Estes Park Visitor Center.
Next Knitting & Crocheting Get-Together: October 12 You are invited to our (fun and free!) knitting and crocheting get–togethers! Join us at Vert CoWorking & Fitness Center on Monday, October 12 from 57 p.m. We meet on the second Monday of each month so mark your calendars for November 9 and December 14, too! It’s fun and free! Just bring your knitting or crocheting projects, and let’s have fun together, talking and creating. If you need any help or advice with your project or pattern, we can help! No need to book or reserve a seat. Just show up! Come knit or crochet for a bit or all of it! Vert CoWorking is located at 1230 Big Thompson Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517. These get–togethers are hosted by Kim Snow. Email: mtn.tribe@yahoo.com for more information.
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The Peak to Peak concert series is pleased to present the woodwind quintet, Gossamer Winds. The concert will be held Saturday, October 23 at 2 p.m. at the Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church, 2000 Ptarmigan Trail. A reception to meet the performers will follow. The program theme is “Exploring the Heavens.” The space-themed performance will include Robert Howard’s “Mosaics” and may include works by Strauss, Sinatra, Holst, Brubeck, Shostakovich, Mancini, Van Morrison, Lennon-McCartney, John Williams, Beethoven, Bach, Mozart, Gershwin, David Bowie and Freddie Mercury. Gossamer Winds was founded in 2005 with the intention of supporting area nonprofits with quintet music spanning multiple genres. Since then, they have performed over 150 times, in venues as diverse as the Southridge Recreation Center, the Lone Tree Arts
Center, Dazzle, My Brother's Bar, Cherokee Ranch and Castle, the Denver Zoo, and the Cleo Parker Robinson Theater. Nonprofits supported include Denver Bach Society, Mary's Hope, Colorado Symphony Guild, Denver Public Schools, The Rise School, Colorado Public Radio, the Denver Scientific and Cultural Facilities District Polarpalooza, CU Medical, HeART of Brighton, Colorado Railroad Museum, GlobalDownSyndrome, Denver Art Museum, Ballet Ariel, Augustana Arts, VFW, Friends of Chamber Music, and Children's Hospital. The Peak to Peak Concert Series is sponsored by the Oratorio Society of Estes Park and spotlights local and regional musicians. Concerts are free and open to the public, but donations are appreciated. More information about the series and the current schedule can be found at osep.info/peak-to-peak.
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Auditions For Fine Arts Guild Production Of “A Christmas Carol” Oct. 11 & 12 Ever wanted to try acting in a play? The Fine Arts Guild is holding auditions for A Christmas Carol on Sunday, October 11, 1–4 p.m. and Monday, October 12, 6–8 p.m. at the Art Center. The script by James Hutchison names 39 characters for adults and youth. By double, triple, and even quadruple casting, those 39 characters can be played by six men and four women, or can be cast among more actors if available. Only the actor playing Ebenezer Scrooge plays just one part. Some parts are very small in terms of lines to be memorized, but all characters are essential to tell the story, so this is a perfect opportunity to try something new! Rehearsals will begin October 19, and will be held Monday–Thursday, 2–4 times weekly for 2–4 hours. A schedule can be established when actors’ availability is known, but until the play is
rehearsed in total, actors would only be called when required for rehearsal of specific scenes, or acts. Auditions will consist of cold reading from the script individually and in small groups. It is not necessary to come with a prepared monologue. Actors should bring a resume and headshot, and also be prepared to identify scheduling conflicts beginning the week of October 19 through December 3. Availability for performances is understood and nonnegotiable. Performances will be December 4, 5, 11, and 12 at 7 p.m. and December 6 and 13 at 2 p.m. at Estes Park High School. For a character list, please visit the Fine Arts Guild website, fineartsguild.org. We would also like 4– 6 carolers who would sing well-known Christmas Carols a capella.
Grab Your Poodle Skirts For The Fine Arts Guild Sock Hop On Friday, Oct. 23 Remember the days of Dick Clark and American Bandstand?! “Come on, all you cool cats and kittens,” get out those poodle skirts and join us for a good old fashioned sock hop. Held at the American Legion instead of the high school gym eliminates the necessity of checking your shoes, but Brad Fitch and friends, otherwise known as B-Rad and the Nifties, and back up singers, the Marachinos, will provide tunes from the fifties and sixties for your listening and dancing enjoyment. Food and drinks will be available from the Legion for purchase. Join us on Friday, October 23 at 7 p.m. at the American Legion. 850 N St. Vrain Ave. is the place to be! Put the date on your calendar and come on down for a walk down
memory lane and some cool dance moves. Tickets are available from Macdonald Book Shop, online at fineartsguild.org, and at the door. Adults are $20, Seniors $18, and youth are $12. Hope to see you there!
Estes Park Garden Club Oct. Meeting Join us for the October meeting, our final meeting of the 2026 season! Fellow Gardeners & Friends, Ellis Thompson of the education wing of the fire department of Estes will do our final presentation of the 2026 Garden Club year. She will speak on fire
resistant plants, their qualities, and how to use them for fire mitigation. She will also share some of her favorite native plants in this category. Venue: The Fire Station, 901 N. Saint Vrain Ave., Estes Park, CO 80517 Date: October 12th, our usual second Monday, from 10:30 a.m. 12 noon. Please arrange to come and help us plan for the coming year. Your efforts are always valuable! Visit tinyurl.com/2s3m97mz for a fact sheet about wildfire mitigation, landscaping, and planting.
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“We Are Still Here”: First Peoples Festival Invites Estes Park To Listen, Learn, & Connect A powerful cultural training will bring Native voices to the forefront and challenge the community to think differently about what it means to be welcoming. The Estes Park community is invited to listen, learn and connect during “We Are Still Here: Building a Welcoming Community for Native Americans,” a cultural training taking place Friday, October 30, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Events Center, 1125 Rooftop Way, Estes Park. The event is presented by the First Peoples Festival in collaboration with Visit Estes Park, the Estes Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Estes Park. Community members can learn more and register through Eventbrite. Featuring Steven LaPointe, representing the Sicangu Lakota Nation, and Erlidawn Roy, of Meskwaki, Anishinaabe, Laguna Pueblo and Isleta Pueblo heritage, the presentation will give participants an opportunity to hear directly from Native voices and gain a deeper understanding of Native American history, culture and contemporary experiences. But this is more than a history lesson. It is an opportunity to ask an important question: What does it really mean to make someone feel welcome in our community? Native American history is deeply connected to the story of this region. But Native people are not simply part of the past. They are here today — living, working, creating, leading and contributing to communities throughout Colorado. For a town that welcomes visitors from across the country and around the world, that distinction matters. Local businesses, tourism professionals, community organizations and residents all play a role in shaping how people experience Estes Park. Genuine hospitality means more than opening a door. It means creating an environment where people feel respected, understood and that they belong. Learning Beyond the History Books Through personal experiences, family stories and cultural perspectives, LaPointe and Roy will help participants explore the continuing influence of Native history and the realities of Native life today. Topics will include tribal, treaty, constitutional and citizenship rights; traditions and cultural values passed from one generation to the next; challenges Native people face in contemporary society; and how assumptions and misunderstandings can affect relationships. The presentation will also encourage participants to consider how businesses and community organizations can build stronger connections with Native people and approach cultural
differences with greater understanding and respect. LaPointe represents the Sicangu Lakota Nation and has spent years building grassroots connections and strengthening communities through collaboration and cultural traditions. His work focuses on keeping traditions alive and sharing the teachings of previous generations. Roy, whose heritage includes Meskwaki, Anishinaabe, Laguna Pueblo and Isleta Pueblo, has dedicated her career to working with Native communities and collaborating with tribal, state, federal and community organizations throughout Colorado and across the country. Together, they bring lived experience, history and community perspectives to a conversation that encourages participants to look beyond stereotypes and deepen their understanding of the people who make up today's Native communities. From Being Welcoming to Building Belonging The goal is not simply to learn something new. It is to consider what we can do differently when we return to our workplaces, businesses and everyday interactions. For downtown business owners, educators, community leaders, tourism professionals and residents, the training offers an opportunity to reflect on how everyday interactions can foster respect, trust and meaningful relationships. When people feel seen and heard, connections grow. When communities make room for different voices and experiences, everyone has an opportunity to benefit. The presentation will run for more than 100 minutes, followed by a break and approximately 15 minutes for community questions and answers. Community members from all backgrounds are encouraged to participate — whether they work directly with visitors, own a local business, lead an organization, teach, live in the Estes Valley or simply want to learn more about
Native people and their experiences in Colorado. The Invitation Is Simple: Come Ready to Listen “We Are Still Here” is a reminder that Native cultures, traditions and communities continue to thrive. It is also an invitation for Estes Park to strengthen its relationships with Native people through understanding, respect and genuine connection.
This is an opportunity to hear Native voices, recognize the people who are here today and consider how each of us can help create a community where everyone has room to belong. Learn more and register at tinyurl.com/yruycpvt. Come curious. Come ready to listen. Come ready to connect. We Are Still Here.
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Oshkosh Awaits: Graham Nelson Brings The Magic Of EAA AirVenture 2026 To Estes Park Aviation Club The Estes Park Aviation Club invites locals and visitors to American Legion Post 119 on October 14 to share the highlights of Graham Nelson’s visit to EAA AirVenture Airshow 2026. This year’s visit to EAA AirVenture Airshow 2026 gave Nelson even more stories to bring back to his community. He spent two days on the grounds at Oshkosh, soaking in the sights and sounds that make the EAA AirVenture Airshow famous worldwide. Nelson has taken many pictures and recorded videos during the event. He plans to use these materials to share the experience with fellow aviation enthusiasts back in Estes Park. Nelson, the Treasurer in the Estes Park Aviation Club, has made the journey to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, Wisconsin, a regular part of his life with the exception of 2009 and 2020. For him, the annual event isn’t just a show; it’s a celebration of aviation in nearly every form: thrilling demonstrations, inspiring people, and the shared excitement of thousands of pilots, builders, and dreamers. “I love to go to Oshkosh, Wisconsin every year,” Nelson said. “It’s such a wonderful event filled with everything aviation and all of its splendor.” Nelson’s connection to aviation goes back to his earliest experiences with flight as a curious kid watching aircraft he barely understood, and later as someone learning to fly and feeling
completely at home around aircraft. He describes it as a feeling of comfort and security that feels as natural as “a part of me.” He also credits the journey for shaping his lifelong passion. Over the years, Nelson has attended AirVenture while following aviation developments with the focus of someone who doesn’t just watch history—he collects it. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with food and drinks available for purchase through the American Legion. The speaker will start at 6:30 p.m. The gathering is open to anyone interested in aviation, space, or connecting with fellow enthusiasts.
Photo Contest For 2027 Friendship Card For Local Discounts The Rotary Club of Estes Park is holding a photo contest for the 2027 Friendship Card for local discounts. There is no charge to enter, and the winner will receive photo credit on the card and two 2027 Friendship Cards. The deadline to submit photos is October 19, 2026. Please email your favorite Estes Valley/RMNP photo (landscape view) in high resolution, jpg format to epfriendshipcard@gmail.com. A panel of judges will select the winning photo. Cropping and slight color correction is allowed for photos, but photos with anything added or taken away through a photo editing program will be rejected. All decisions of the judges are final. The winner will be notified via email. The winning photo may also be used on other marketing materials for the Friendship Card. Owner of the photo will not receive any other compensation other than photo credit and two 2027 Friendship Cards. The Friendship Card debuted in 2019, replacing the long-time Rocky Card. The Rotary Club of Estes Park re-established the card as a fundraiser for
club projects and community grants. Since its debut, the Rotary Club has provided grants to Crossroads Ministries, the six area Fire Departments, Bright Christmas, Blue Santa, EVICS, Community Corner Café, Polio Plus, and a childhood enrichment program for underprivileged children in Albania. Rotary friendships and club activities, social events, and volunteer projects offer networking opportunities that build personal and professional connections. We encourage anyone interested in sharing ideas and taking action to create lasting change to visit Rotary. We especially invite anyone who has been a Rotarian to come back and renew your friendships and rediscover the joy of serving others by group action. Rotary Club of Estes Park's main objective is service— in the community, in the workplace, and around the globe. The 1.2 million Rotarians who make up more than 35,000 Rotary clubs in nearly every country in the world share a dedication to the ideal of “Service Above Self.”
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The Images I Wish I’d Captured By: Brad Manard
We, in Estes Park, are surrounded by outstanding photographers. So many have an eye for leading lines, striking color, a sharp focus, complementary background, compelling moments, and unique wildlife experiences. Thus, they capture incredible images in RMNP. PAUL J MARCOTTE Recently, exceptional won’t. In his boots and jeans, he travels photographer Dawn Wilson captured by foot through RMNP’s valleys and an image that was so striking, I could over mountain tops into the great unnot look away. Her fall sunrise at known where he captures images we all Sprague Lake was highlighted by a bull hope for. Often, they are of his favorite elk and cows striding in the water as subject, moose, and in particular, the morning fog lifted. I truly appreciFrank the Tank. ate the creative eye, visual talent, and I met Darlene Bushue for the first determination of Dawn Wilson Photime in Yellowstone National Park as tography to capture such an amazing she waited for a grizzly bear and her image, and I was envious, wishing I’d two cubs to cross Lamar Valley. An intaken the picture. credible photographer, my favorite Dawn’s image made me think about image of hers was the capture of three other images captured by photogralarge bull moose posing in the wild, a phers I admire, photographs I wished lake in the background as they surI’d taken. Here are a few I remember as veyed the surroundings. especially beautiful or dynamic, images Hilary Bralove is a truly exceptional by talented area photographers. photographer, often capturing images Aaron Cox is a bushwacking photogfrom throughout the country, but esperapher. He goes where most of us cially the incredible colors of Utah’s rock formations. Every summer I see her in RMNP at Rock Cut, spending hours and days photographing pika. With their speed among the rock, they are a challenge to capture, but she does it better than anyone. She is a champion pika photographer. Tami Roberts loves scenics, and she has taken me out, helping me with my eye
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for landscapes, flowers, and sunrises. Truly gifted, her images of mountainsides covered in wildflowers are captivating. But one of my favorite Tami Roberts images is of the Chapel on the Rocks, taken from a perspective that few recognize, the back of the chapel. Determined photographer Jessica Payne Betti was standing beside me in RMNP as we both photographed a reddish black bear and her two cubs. It was a special moment, and while I liked my pictures, the clarity, coloring, and personality she captured was exceptional. I appreciated her talent in creating the image she did. She clearly “one-upped me” with her exceptional photo. Alaine Nicole always captures colors. I love the contrast she photographed of aspen’s white bark with the fall leaves in yellow, orange, and red. Her capture was unique with the slight curvature of the tree trunks leading from yellow to orange leaves with a spot of red in the middle. It is a beautiful reflection of fall in Colorado. Spending so much time in RMNP, Mark Altmeyer often captures the beauty of sunrises. One of my favorites is a stunning morning of sharp yellows and bright orange light in the clouds over Sprague Lake. This is an incredible image made spectacular by the
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cow moose standing tranquil in the middle of the lake. Marsha Hobert has been a friend for many years, and I admire her hiking determination. Often, she is out trekking the trails of RMNP with her friends. As she does, she takes wonderful images of mountain streams. Always, she captures the mystical blur of water falling over rocks as the stream moves down the mountainside. Her images reflect the peacefulness of nature. My friend Paul J. Marcotte, co-photographer in our recently released Colorado Wildlife Impression book, has impressed me for so many years prior to the publication of our collaborative book. One of my favorite images captured by Paul is of a mother racoon and her three kits. The image has always given me a feeling of a mother’s sweetness while protecting her young. While these local photographers are exceptional, there are so many more in our community that are talented in capturing the world we walk in and the animals we walk among. Appreciating their talents, many have appeared on the cover of Estes Park News. Thank you to the photographers in our community for bringing these images to us and to Estes Park News for their ongoing support.
HILARY BRALOVE
TAMI ROBERTS
DARLENE BUSHUE
ALAINE NICOLE
DAWN WILSON
JESSICA PAYNE BETTI
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Autumn Gold Celebrates Another Successful Fall Weekend In Estes Park
Beautiful weather, brilliant fall colors and great music provided the perfect backdrop for the 2026 Autumn Gold Music Festival in Bond Park. Hosted by the Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary Club, the two-day festival brought locals and visitors together for a weekend filled with music, food, fun and community spirit. Claire Mollé of Nick Mollé Productions served as emcee, bringing her energy, warmth and enthusiasm to the Autumn Gold stage and keeping the festivities moving throughout the weekend. Five powerhouse bands kept Bond Park rocking throughout the weekend, while festivalgoers enjoyed the kind of picture-perfect fall weather that makes September in Estes Park so special. 1,800 Brats & Hot Dogs and Plenty More! And Sunrise Rotary certainly kept ev-
eryone well fed! Over the two days, club members and volunteers cooked and served more than 1,800 brats and hot dogs from the Autumn Gold kitchen. Our other food vendors, BBC Concessions, Heaven’s Popcorn, Crepes On Wheels and Tom’s Travelin’ Coffee, added even more delicious choices for festivalgoers throughout the weekend. A special thank-you goes to the Fairy Lady, whose colorful face painting was once again a favorite with our youngest festivalgoers adding plenty of smiles, sparkle and a little extra magic to Autumn Gold. A huge thank-you to the Scouts of Troop 8, who worked throughout the weekend collecting trash and helping
keep Bond Park clean. The Scouts also Recycling/League of Women Voters, built and brought their own interactive Claire’s Restaurant, Visit Estes Park, games for children to enjoy, adding and Safeway, along with our many another fun, family-friendly element to other community supporters. the festival. We are especially grateful And the Raffle Winners Are... for their hard work, enthusiasm and A very special thank-you also goes to willingness to pitch in wherever everyone who purchased an Autumn needed. Gold Raffle ticket. Every ticket purWe also thank Marcos Quintana, our chased helps Estes Valley Sunrise Roevent photographer, for capturing the tary provide scholarships to deserving people, performances and special moEstes Park High School graduates. ments that made this year’s Autumn Congratulations to our 2026 Autumn Gold so memorable. Gold Raffle winners: It Takes a Village — $10,000 Grand Prize: Jim Horst — & 150+ Volunteers Estes Park, Colorado Behind the scenes, it $2,500 Second Prize: Sharon McNicol took an extraordinary — Geneva, Florida team to make it all $500: Donna Strickland — Denver, happen. More than 150 Colorado volunteers helped with ev$500: Dennis Hoshiko — Estes Park, erything from setting up Colorado tents and serving food and $500: Anne Christensen — Lincoln, beverages to welcoming guests, Nebraska selling raffle tickets, keeping the $500: Nancy Cave — Land O’ Lakes, grounds clean and Florida handling countless $500: Carl Robiother jobs throughout cheaux — Estes Park, the weekend. Sunrise Colorado Rotary extends a And finally, thank heartfelt thank-you to you to the 3,000 every volunteer who people who joined us gave their time and over the two-day energy. An event of weekend. Whether this size simply could you came for a favorite not happen without band, a brat or hot dog them. and a beer, the raffle, Thank You to Our face painting or Sponsors & Commusimply to spend a nity Partners beautiful fall afterWe are also tremennoon with friends and dously grateful to the family, your participabusinesses and organtion helped make Auizations whose spontumn Gold a success. Photos by Marcos Quintana sorship and in-kind Autumn Gold is more support helped make the than a music festival. It is a fundraiser 2026 Autumn Gold Music Festival posthat allows the Estes Valley Sunrise Rosible. Our thanks go to Denver7 ABC, tary Club to continue supporting Bank of Estes Park, Pedersen Toyota, scholarships, local nonprofit organizaMueller Pye & Associates CPA, CMA tions, youth programs and community Mortgages, First Colorado Realty, The and international service projects Hexagon, Estes Tram, Big Horn Resthroughout the year. taurant, State Farm Insurance, Estes We may be a relatively small Rotary Park Mountain Shop, Bank of Colclub, but with the support of our volorado, Estes Park Team Realty, Hogunteers, sponsors and community, we back Distillery, Claire Molle of Nick can accomplish some pretty big things. Molle Productions, The Learning Thank you, Estes Park, for another Place, Aldrich Builders, Continental wonderful Autumn Gold weekend. Sausage, High Country Beverage, Kind We’ll see you next year! Coffee, Quick Go/Sinclair, Estes Park Learn more about the Estes Valley News, Estes Valley Voice, The Trail GaSunrise Rotary Club at zette, Country Market, Community EstesValleySunriseRotary.org.
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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library HOURS Mondays - Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sundays, 1 - 5 p.m. Limited access to the building & collections due to renovation. Learn more at estesvalleylibrary.org/renovation. Registration is required for most programs! Visit calendar.estesvalleylibrary.org to secure your spot. BOOKS & AUTHORS The Power of Limits: How Constraints Drive Genius Tuesday, October 13, 12 - 1 p.m., Online Bestselling author David Epstein will discuss his latest book, Inside the Box: How Constraints Make Us Better, which reveals how boundaries & structure are actually powerful catalysts for breakthrough creativity & peak performance.
Books & Beverages: Hair-Raising Tales Wednesday, October 14, 5:30 - 7 p.m., Inkwell & Brew In this special Halloween-themed edition of Books & Beverages, share your favorite stories & books that gave you a scare & get recommendations from fellow horror fans. Your beverage is on us. Monthly Writing Group Monday, October 19, 10:15 - 11:45 a.m., Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies Calling all writers, aspiring writers, & anyone interested in writing! Share your writing, enjoy others’ work, receive & provide feedback. All genres & forms are welcome. ADULTS Elevated Thoughts Philosophy Group: What Does Global Poverty Demand of Us? Thursday, October 22, 5:30 - 7 p.m., Online Tackle tough questions like what makes life meaningful & how meaning in life relates to happiness & mortality in this series, in partnership with CU Boulder. In this session, we’ll explore Peter Singer’s famous essay, Famine,
Affluence, & Mortality. TEENS & TWEENS Teen Maker Mornings: Calligraphy & Wax Seals Saturday, October 10, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Makerspace Teens are invited to explore a variety of hands-on activities & Makerspace equipment in this weekly series. In this session, we’ll make letters the old-fashioned way by writing with glass quills & sealing them with a custom wax seal. Divergent Book Club Sunday, October 11, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Alteatude Revisit the Divergent world with this monthly book club leading up to Veronica Roth’s new alternate-universe duology release, The Sixth Faction. Participants receive a free copy of each book in the series & your beverage is on us. Teen Dungeons & Dragons Sunday, October 11, 12:30 - 4 p.m., Raven’s Roast Repeated Sunday, October 18, 12:30 - 4 p.m., Raven’s Roast Interested in learning to play Dungeons & Dragons? Make new friends while exploring your imagination, building cooperation, & strengthening problemsolving skills. Snacks & refreshments provided. Tween Dragon Slayers Wednesday, October 14, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m., Estes Park Memorial Observatory Interested in learning how to play Dungeons & Dragons? Want to think
Teen Books & Boba: Falling for Books Sunday, October 18, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Alteatude Get ready to fall for new books featuring Halloween, spooky settings, & autumn vibes. Bring your recommendations & come thirsty. Your beverage is on us. Teen & Tween Cooking & Culture: Canadian Bannock Bread Wednesday, October 21, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m., Estes Valley Community Center Teens & tweens are invited to travel the world through food by learning to prepare a dish from a different country while exploring the traditions, history, & cultural significance behind the cuisine. In this session, we’ll explore Canada & prepare traditional bannock bread breakfast. Homeschool Hangout: Paint a Ceramic Pumpkin Thursday, October 22, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Creativity Cabin Repeated Saturday, October 24, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Creativity Cabin Teens are invited to explore a variety of hands-on activities & Makerspace equipment in this weekly series. In this session, we’ll be painting ceramic pumpkins in celebration of Halloween. KIDS & FAMILIES Baby Storytime Repeated Thursdays, 10 - 10:30 a.m., & Saturdays, 10:45 - 11:15 a.m., Estes Valley Community Center - Cubz Den Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces, wiggles, stretches, & play designed specifically for babies, toddlers, & their caregivers. Storytime Repeated Thursdays, 10:30 - 11 a.m., & Saturdays, 11:15 - 11:45 a.m., Estes Valley Community Center - Cubz Den Join us for songs, movement activities, puppets, & stories that encourage a love of language & books designed specifically for children ages six & younger, along with their caregivers. Friday Kids Club: The Monster Book of Monsters Friday, October 9, 1 - 2 p.m., YMCA of the
strategically & make new friends? Join other tweens for this classic fantasyworld game. Teen Maker Mornings: Carve a Pumpkin Thursday, October 15, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Creativity Cabin Repeated Saturday, October 17, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Creativity Cabin In this week’s edition, we are heading off-site to carve pumpkins in celebration of Halloween.
Rockies Monster lovers are invited to join us at the Mootz Family Craft & Design Center to create their own silly, spooky, & imaginative
monster book using craft supplies & creativity. Saturday Kids Club: A Ghostly Crafternoon Saturday, October 10, 12:15 - 1:15 p.m., YMCA of the Rockies Get ready for some spooky fun at the Mootz Family Craft & Design Center. Create your own friendly ghost using simple art supplies & imagination. Tiny Tots Crafts: Splatter Monsters Wednesday, October 14, 10 - 11 a.m., YMCA of the Rockies Let’s get messy & creative at the Mootz Family Craft & Design Center. Toddlers & their caregivers are invited to make silly splatter monsters using paint, paper, & lots of imagination. Storybook Explorers: The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s Creepy-Crawly Halloween Thursday, October 15, 11:15 - 11:45 a.m., Estes Valley Community Center Cubz Den Join us as we read & engage in early literacy activities designed for ages 3-5 & their caregivers. This session will feature a fun hands-on craft using colorful pumpkins, caterpillars, & spooky bugs. Boba, Books & Wyrms: The Dragonet Prophecy Saturday, October 17, 1 - 2 p.m., Alteatude Calling all young fantasy lovers! You’re invited to a fun & relaxed book club where we’ll explore exciting stories, share our thoughts, & enjoy a delicious boba drink. Friday Kids Club: Pumpkin Carving Craft Friday, October 23, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., YMCA of the Rockies Get into the Halloween spirit by carving a pumpkin with us at the Mootz Family Craft & Design Center. We’ll provide the pumpkins & carving supplies. You bring the creativity to design the pumpkin of your dreams. Saturday Kids Club: Pumpkin Carving Craft Saturday, October 24, 12 - 1:30 p.m., YMCA of the Rockies Get into the Halloween spirit by carving a pumpkin with us at the Mootz Family Craft & Design Center. We’ll provide the pumpkins & carving supplies. You bring the creativity to design the pumpkin of your dreams. FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY FOUNDATION Cliffhanger Used Books Operated by the Friends of the Library Foundation, offering gently used books, movies, & music at discount prices. Open daily from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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Your Guide To Pumpkins & Pilsners: This Saturday, October 10 At Bond Park
Saturday, October 10, 2026 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Bond Park, Downtown Estes Park Pumpkins & Pilsners is back! Join us in downtown Estes Park for this free, family-friendly fall festival packed with fun for all ages. Enjoy live music, local craft beer, food trucks, kids’ activities, pumpkins, pony rides, and more! Admission is free, with pumpkins, beer, and activities available for purchase. For the adults: Sip on seasonal brews from the four local Estes Park breweries, served in your souvenir pint glass! For the kids: From pumpkin picking to pony rides, there’s no shortage of fun! • Pony Rides (12-4 p.m.) • Face Painting • Bounce House
• Mini Putting Green • Slackline • Strider Course • Lawn Games For the music lovers: Catch live performances throughout the day on the Pumpkins & Pilsners stage! 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Ten Cent Prophet, specializing in playing rock hits from the 90s, 00s, and more. 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.: The Honey Roses, a five-piece party band playing pop and rock hits you’ll want to dance to! 4 - 6 p.m.: Altitude Groove, a sevenpiece funk, R&B, and classic rock band, playing dance music from the 70s to current hits. For the foodie: Enjoy a lineup of local food trucks serving something for everyone: • Bloomberries Box Cart • Crepes on Wheels • Heavens Popcorn • Johnny's Good Eatin' • Marchios Grill • Mexico Al Norte • Redemption Road Coffee • Southern Soul • Umami Parking and shuttle information can be found at visitestespark.com/plan/gettingaround/parking. Thank you to the Pumpkins & Pilsners sponsors: Meritrust Credit Union, First Colorado Realty, Ascent Escrow & Title, New Roots Real Estate, The Stanley Chocolate Factory, Cheley Colorado Camps, Bank of Colorado, The Slab Outdoor Pub, Estes Park Mountain Shop, Aldrich Builders, Bank of Estes Park, Estes Park News, The Egg of Estes, Meadowdale Ranch, Red Rose Rock Shop, Spur Liquor, Animal Medical Center of Estes Park, Range View Security, The Country Market, Raven’s Roast Coffee Lounge, Napa Feed & Supply, Rocky Mountain Fuel Station. All proceeds from Pumpkins & Pilsners go to the Estes Park Education Foundation to help support the students, teachers, and staff of the Estes Park School District. Learn more about the Estes Park Education Foundation at epeducationfoundation.org.
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Enjoy Chili & Support The Cedar Springs Reservoir On Saturday, Oct. 17 Quota Club provides scholarships primarily to women for career development or a return to school later in life. If you are a local resident interested in receiving scholarship monies email: akasper45@yahoo.com with questions or for an application.
Ever heard of the Cedar Springs Reservoir? You should — this local water source has been instrumental in fighting both the Cameron Peak fire (specifically for the Glen Haven area) and the Alexander Mountain fire in the Cedar Park and Cedar Springs areas in Drake. Two hundred helicopter loads of water were drawn from the lake per day to fight these fires! Six families that live by the reservoir have formed a nonprofit organization to search for grant money and donations to preserve this asset for the community and surrounding area. They are currently raising money to help with much needed repairs to our dam for Cedar Springs Reservoir. The state dam inspector has been cooperating with the group to formulate plans for repair of the dam. If repairs can't be made and the dam becomes unsafe, then the lake will be drained until any repairs can be made. On Saturday, October 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Big Thompson Canyon Association building, the Estes Valley (and beyond!) is invited to partake in community, chili, and activities to raise funds to repair and maintain
Cedar Springs Reservoir. Attendees can choose from three varieties of chili: Texas chili (red), green chili soup, and white chicken chili soup — with all the toppings, of course! Tickets are $10 and include a bowl of chili, cornbread, and a cookie. Homemade cinnamon rolls will be available for $2, hot apple cider will be available for $1, and pumpkins will be available for $10. Tickets are available at the door or by following the QR code provided. Donations can also be made at the site. Dean Grieve, one of the nonprofit members, stayed during the fire and saw firsthand how this lake was used to protect area properties. He was overwhelmed by the firefighters and especially the Chinook helicopter pilot who stuck his arm out the window with a "thumbs up" every time he went over his house to get more water from the lake. Head down to 1479 Hwy 34 in Drake next Saturday, October 17 and enjoy some chili while supporting an important fundraiser. Let's make a difference that echoes beyond this event.
Estes Valley Model Railroad Club October Meeting Join the Estes Valley Model Railroad Club for their monthly meetings, held on the second Wednesday of the month. October’s meeting take place on Wednesday, October 14 from 6-8 p.m. at our new location: the United Methodist Church, 1509 Fish Hatchery Rd.
Our meetings are open to all interested in trains, modeling, and sharing about model trains.
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Local Photographer Sveinsson Wins “The Fast & The Furriest” Moose Photo Oct 12 – 16 Monday, Oct 12
Breakfast Croissant (scrambled eggs w/ cheese topped with ham), Hashbrowns & fruit Tuesday, Oct 13 Stuffed Pork Loin (w/ apples & goat cheese), Mashed Potatoes, gravy & vegetables Wednesday, Oct 14 Chicken Marsala over Egg Noodles w/ side salad Thursday, Oct 15 Meatloaf Melt Sandwich (on sourdough w/ cheddar cheese) & Potato Salad Friday, Oct 16 Fish & Homemade Chips w/ soup of the day
Oct 19 – 23 Monday, Oct 19
Denver Omelette (ham, mushrooms, onions & green peppers), Hashbrowns & fruit
Tuesday, Oct 20
Roasted Herb (1/2) Chicken w/ Roasted Potatoes & vegetables
Wednesday, Oct 21 Meat Lasagna w/ garlic bread & side salad
Local wildlife and conservation photographer Deena Sveinsson is celebrating a little moose magic after winning the Sony Alpha Female “National Parks” theme micro-grant for her photograph, “The Fast and the Furriest.” With its dramatic composition and sense of movement, the photograph looks like a scene straight out of an action movie. Deena named this photograph “The Fast and the Furriest,” starring Moose Willis, Tom Moose, and her favorite, Gerard Antler. Through this image, Deena hopes to show another side of moose and challenge the perception that they are innately aggressive animals. Moose are powerful animals, and their size and reputation can define how people perceive them. Sveinsson hopes her photography encourages viewers to look
beyond that reputation and recognize the individual personalities and behaviors of these remarkable animals. “Moose have individual personalities and characteristics that are often overshadowed,” Deena says. “My hope in my moose photography is to show that moose can be goofy, playful, and gentle giants.” For Deena, wildlife photography is about more than capturing a striking image. It is an opportunity to help viewers see wildlife from a different perspective—to look beyond assumptions and appreciate animals as individuals, each with their own behaviors and personalities. More of Deena’s award-winning photography can be seen at her website at deenasveinssonphotography.com.
Macdonald Book Shop Celebrates Winnie-the-Pooh’s 100th Birthday Macdonald Book Shop invites families and Winnie-the-Pooh fans of all ages to celebrate Winnie-the-Pooh’s 100th birthday on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. The celebration begins at 9:30 a.m. with a special storytime hosted by Michele, featuring a very special guest: Winnie-thePooh! Children and families are invited to join us for a memorable morning of storytelling and birthday fun. But the celebration doesn’t end with storytime! Macdonald Book Shop will be celebrating Winniethe-Pooh’s birthday all day long. Even if you can’t make it to the morning storytime, stop by the shop to chat with our friendly staff, celebrate with us, and enjoy a delicious cupcake in honor of
Pooh’s big day. To help us prepare enough cupcakes for everyone, registration is requested through Macdonald Book Shop’s Eventbrite page. We encourage attendees to register in advance so we can ensure there are plenty of treats to go around. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the Hundred Acre Wood or discovering Winnie-thePooh for the first time, we hope you’ll join us for this special birthday celebration! For more information and to register, visit Macdonald Book Shop’s Eventbrite page at eventbrite.com/o/macdonald-bookshop-121171903172, or contact the shop directly.
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Crispy Chicken BLT Sandwich w/ Tomato Salad
Friday, Oct 23
Salmon (6 oz) w/ Rice Pilaf & soup of the day
Starting March 1, Individual Meals are $12 for current 2026 EP Senior Citizens Center members and are by reservation only. (Non-members $14; reservation only). Exact cash or check payment required. Reservations must be made by 1:00 PM at least one business day in advance. Note, if you want to reserve a meal for Monday, Oct 12th, you need to call before 1:00 PM on Friday, Oct 9th. For reservations call 970-581-2195 and leave a detailed message. Pre-paid meal tickets and membership forms are available at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center located at 1760 Olympian Lane.
The Center is OPEN Monday thru Friday 10- 1PM TriFit M-W 9:30-10:15 & M-W-F 10:30-11:15 AM Tai Ji Class Tuesday & Thursday 10:15 – 11:15 AM Mahjong Tuesday 10 – 2 Live Music & Presentations Tuesday @ 12:00 – 1:30 (TBA) Aspen Club Blood Pressure Check 4th Wednesday 10:00 – 1:00 Aspen Club Presentations 2nd Wednesday 12:00 – 1:30 Bridge Group Every Thursday 12:30 – 4:30 PM with lessons in the morning Canasta, Euchre & Pinochle 1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesday 1:00 – 4:30
Reserved Meals-to-Go delivered to your vehicle or EAT at the Senior Citizens Center Check out our website: estesparkseniors.org or call for the latest information
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Walking Alongside Families: Julieth Helps Build Connection & Community At EVICS By: Cassie Bartlett, EVICS Program Manager
When a family walks through the doors of EVICS Family Resource Center, they may be looking for a resource, information, or simply someone who will listen. For Family Advocate Julieth, that first conversation is often the beginning of something much more meaningful. Julieth works closely with families in the Hispanic community, helping them navigate resources and opportunities while creating a place where they feel welcomed, heard, and supported. But her work goes beyond making referrals or providing information. She believes family support begins with listening. Julieth takes the time to learn about each family’s circumstances, understand what they hope to accomplish, and identify the support that will help them move forward. Rather than simply telling families where to go for help, she walks alongside them as they work toward their own goals. One of the most rewarding parts of her work is seeing what happens over time. Families who initially come to EVICS looking for assistance may eventually become connected to programs, meet other families, develop new skills, and reach goals they once felt were difficult to achieve. Julieth considers it a privilege to witness that growth and to know that families have trusted her enough to share their experiences and dreams. “Family support is about more than connecting people to resources,” is the philosophy behind her work. It is about building trust, creating connections, and helping families recognize the strengths they already have. That sense of connection is an important part of what Julieth hopes to create at EVICS. She enjoys introducing families to the many programs and opportunities available through the organization and helping them find connections that fit their individual needs. One example is the Peer Support Program, which Julieth leads every Tuesday at 5 p.m. at the EVICS office. The program gives families an opportunity to come together, share their experiences, build relationships, and support one another. For families who may feel isolated or new to the community, simply having a place to gather can make a significant difference. Julieth is also helping create new op-
portunities for families to connect and grow. EVICS launched its English as a Second Language (ESL) program in October, providing another opportunity for community members to build language skills while becoming more connected to the Estes Park community. Another initiative in development is Mujeres en Conexión (Women in Connection). The program is designed to provide women with a supportive space to meet one another, share experiences, strengthen their support networks, and grow together. These programs reflect something Julieth has come to understand through her work: sometimes the most important resource a family can receive is not something that can be handed to them. It is a relationship, a welcoming community, or the knowledge that they do not have to navigate challenges alone. Julieth is continuing to expand her ability to support local families through professional development as well. She is completing training in Circle of Security Parenting (COSP), which focuses on helping parents and caregivers better understand children’s emotional needs and strengthen secure, healthy relationships between children and the adults who care for them. For Julieth, learning is another way of serving families well. Her work is ultimately centered on a simple idea: families already possess many of the strengths they need. With the right support, encouragement, and connections, those strengths can become the foundation for meaningful change. What Julieth loves most is watching families reach the goals they have set for themselves. Every accomplishment represents something different—a new skill, a stronger relationship, greater confidence, or a new sense of belonging. And behind each of those accomplishments is a story. For Julieth, being a Family Advocate means having the opportunity to hear those stories, to walk alongside families through both challenges and successes, and to remind them that they are capable of moving toward the future they envision. At EVICS, her work is helping build more than individual connections. It is helping strengthen a community where families can feel heard, supported, empowered, and—perhaps most importantly—like they belong.
Willy, Josh, Josie, & Mama Need Loving, Forever Families Hi, I’m Willy! I’m a four-month-old home without them. Lab mix with a playful spirit and a Other than my chicken obsession, I’m whole lifetime of love to give. My a wonderful girl! I’m great with dogs, brother, Josh, and I were cats, and kids, good on a leash, saved from euthanasia in housetrained, and can be Roswell, New Mexico, and trusted home alone. I’m also we’ll be arriving October spayed and fully vaccinated. 17th to start our next chapter. Looking for a sweet kitty? Our siblings have already Mama, our green-eyed tabby found their families, and girl has been warming up to now we’re hoping it’s our our kitty cuddlers and has deturn! cided she is ready for a home to call I’m a typical spunky puppy who loves her own. Mama is a two-year-old feto play, explore, and make new friends. male that is current on shots and has I’m good with dogs, cats, and children, been spayed. Come by the Pet Lodge to and I’m ready to learn all the things make her acwill help me quaintance and grow into a see if she picks wonderful you to be her companion. person! I’m expected to Could you be be medium to Willy, Josh, large when Josie, or Mama’s fully grown, so forever people? there will be Adoptable pets plenty of me to are offered love! through the Pet Hi, I’m Josh! Association of I’m a fourEstes Park, a Mama
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Josh nonprofit organization that is the Estes Valley’s only humane society. To donate or learn more, visit their website at petassociationestespark.com, or you can make a tax-deductible donation to the Pet Association by sending your check to PO Box 4342, Estes Park, CO 80517.
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“Well, Well, Well”
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]Wellness is associated with a sense of fitness, healthy diet, healthy behavior, mental well-being, and happiness. Wellness is something that we do intentionally, on a daily basis, acknowledging our human imperfections, limitations, and circumstances. Regardless, we can still create a vision, over a lifetime, and strive for a sense of wellness. What are the basics that contribute to wellness? Wellness starts with fitness. Aerobic exercise provides the foundation. Walking, hiking, running, biking, swimming, rowing: These efforts set the tone and make everything else that contributes to wellness a little easier. Stretching and strengthening our muscles prevent injury and make aerobic exercise more enjoyable. Exercise gives us a daily endorphin boost, reduces stress levels, slows down our appetite, keeps us mentally sharper, contributes to longevity. It is hard to feel well without daily exercise. Sixty or more minutes daily is ideal; 30 minutes three times per week is the minimum. A healthy diet is mostly common sense. We kick ourselves for our indiscretions. Avoiding salt and salty foods, sugar and sugary nibbles, and fat and cholesterol is a good start. Reducing calorie intake by 200 calories daily will lead to 24 pounds of weight loss in a year. Hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, osteoarthritis, back aches, sleep apnea, libido, and many other symptoms begin to improve. Our sense of wellness likewise responds. We adversely impact wellness by our own behavioral choices such as nicotine consumption through smoking, vaping and chewing tobacco, excessive alcohol consumption (greater than one drink per 24 hours), excessive or daily marijuana usage, substance abuse, promiscuity with potential STD exposure, lack of seat belt or helmet usage, driving under the influence, avoidable work injuries. While taking calculated risks may be justified, highly risky behaviors may eventually catch up with us and impact lifetime happiness, and wellness. Situational stress can be functional or dysfunctional. Adverse conditions may help us to reflect and grow, but can also set us back, leading to depression, anxiety, panic attacks, alcoholism and substance abuse, and poor mental health. Find a way to connect. Emotional intelligence, self-awareness, sobriety, family and friends and community connections and support, healthy relationships, behavioral health counseling, empathy, spirituality, mindfulness, nature and the outdoors, music and art, relaxation and vacation, volunteering, hobbies and sports, and other strategies allow us to respond in a purposeful and resilient manner. Exercise, healthy diet, good be-
havioral choices and connectivity lay the foundation for mental wellness. Some more concrete steps that contribute towards wellness include preventative health: Colonoscopies, gynecologic and prostate evaluations, mammograms, DEXA bone scans, physicals with your physician, blood work. Immunizations decrease our risks for or serious sequela from polio, tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, Haemophilus influenza type b, measles, mumps, rubella, rotavirus, influenza (flu), pneumococcus, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), COVID, meningococcus, HPV (human papillomavirus), hepatitis A and B, herpes zoster (chickenpox, shingles), monkeypox. There are more travel immunizations available against yellow fever, cholera, typhoid, Chikungunya, Japanese encephalitis, rabies. Supplemental vaccines are being developed to prevent and treat cancer, neurological diseases, and additional infections. It is always easier and cheaper to prevent illness than to treat illness prospectively. Wellness is not perfection, but rather a measure, a daily lifetime commitment, a feeling, a goal, a reflection, an approach to life. Wellness brings calm, control, accomplishment, completeness. Wellness brings greater health and longevity and happiness. Wellness is a responsibility to ourselves and to those around us. Wellness is a sign of a life well lived.
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Bobcats Celebrate Class Of 2027 Soccer Seniors On Senior Night
Bobcats Finish 6th At Mead Stampede As Season Nears The Finish Line
By: Nolan Oberg, Athletic Director By: Nolan Oberg, Athletic Director
On Thursday, October 1 the boys soccer team celebrated its Class of 2027 seniors during Senior Night as the Bobcats hosted Heritage Christian in a Mile High League contest. Before recognizing the Estes Park seniors, the Bobcats recognized Heritage Christian seniors Tyler Wickham and AJ Stein. The Estes Park Athletics Department appreciates both studentathletes for being part of the evening and wishes them the best in their future endeavors. Estes Park then recognized four members of its Class of 2027 soccer senior class: Abel Fernando Giron Morales, Alberto Guadarrama, Stephen Salinas Solis, and Graham Stafford. Abel Fernando Giron Morales, the son of Abel Giron and Dalia Morales, has attended Estes Park schools since kindergarten and has played soccer for the Bobcats all four years of high school. After graduation, Abel plans to attend college and study automotive technology. Some of his favorite memories from high school include making jokes, having fun, and spending time with his friends. The advice Abel leaves with his younger teammates comes from Sam Levenson: “Don’t watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going!” Abel would especially like to thank his friends, family, and teachers for helping him along the way. Alberto “Beto” Guadarrama, the son of Alberto Guadarrama and Beatriz Ramirez, has also attended Estes Park schools since kindergarten. Beto has competed in soccer and basketball for the Bobcats for two seasons. Following graduation, he plans to learn how to become a mechanic and work on cars. Some of Beto’s favorite high school memories have come from being part of Bobcat athletic teams and making memories with his friends. His advice to younger teammates is, “When God gives you lemons, stop and smell the roses.” Beto would especially like to thank both of his parents and also wished his mom, Beatriz, a very happy birthday during Senior Night. Stephen Salinas Solis, the son of Nataly Fuentes and Vicente Salinas, has attended Estes Park schools since kin-
dergarten and has played soccer for the Bobcats all four years. After graduation, Stephen plans to study emergency medicine and pursue a career as a paramedic. One of Stephen’s favorite high school memories is working on a friend’s car with his friends. His message to younger teammates focuses on the importance of taking care of themselves and those around them: “Make sure you take care of yourself mentally and check in on friends and family. Just because they look fine on the outside doesn’t mean they aren’t breaking down on the inside.” Stephen would especially like to thank his parents for their support. Graham Stafford, the son of Dani and Jared Stafford, plans to attend college after graduation and study either physical therapy or construction. Graham has played baseball for Estes Park since elementary school and throughout high school, while also competing in basketball and soccer. Some of Graham’s favorite memories from high school are the away-game trips with his teammates and the camaraderie that comes with being part of a team. His advice to younger athletes is to enjoy their high school experience and not feel pressured to have their entire future figured out. “You don’t need to be stressed about your future, and you should just enjoy your time in high school. You still have a while to decide on your future plans,” Graham said. Graham also received special recognition from the soccer team and Estes Park Athletics for stepping into the goalkeeper position during his senior year. Having never played the position before, Graham made a significant impact on the program through his attitude, work ethic, and play on the field. Estes Park Athletics thanks Abel, Beto, Stephen, and Graham for their contributions to the Bobcat soccer program and for the memories they have created throughout their high school careers. Congratulations to the Class of 2027 soccer seniors! Estes Park will miss having you on the field, but looks forward to seeing the impact each of you will make in the future.
The varsity cross country team had another great showing at the Mead Stampede on Saturday, October 3, which featured some of the top runners from around the region. The boys team finished 6th out of 25 teams, led by Caleb Estanol, who finished 23rd out of 181 runners. The girls were led by Linnea Schmitt and Amelia Watry, who finished 23rd and 27th, respectively. The girls did not post a team score. Overall Mead Stampede Results: Girls Division 23rd Place – Linnea Schmitt – 20:13.30 27th Place – Amelia Watry – 20:20.5
73rd Place – Estelle Lange – 23:10.9 149th Place – Grace Bergman – 30:05.7 Boys Division 23rd Place – Caleb Estanol – 17:10.6 31st Place – Elijah Westley – 17:36.9 40th Place – Gabe Sanchez – 17:49.3 43rd Place – Jack Borries – 17:58.9 94th Place – Cash Bucci – 19:02.3 132nd Place – Ziggy Wild – 20:25.3 The team will head to Thunder Valley in Morrison, CO, on Thursday, October 8 for the Mile High League meet. Following the league meet, the Bobcats will prepare for Regionals and State to finish out the season.
Middle School Football Battles Through Exciting Final Stretch
Beautyseeker Photography By: Nolan Oberg, Athletic Director
The Estes Park Middle School football team has had an exciting final stretch of the season, battling through two thrilling games over the past couple of weeks. On September 23, the Bobcats traveled to Gilpin County in Black Hawk, where they earned a dramatic 60-52 victory in double overtime. The team then hit the road again on October 2, traveling to Platte Canyon in Bailey for another hard-fought contest. The Bob-
cats came up just short, falling 28-22. Throughout the season, the team has continued to compete and battle in every game, led by Henry Newhouse, Theodore Romig, Boone Oberg, Jonathan Elkinton, Thomas Couineau, Izaiah Nagl, and Jack Banker. The Bobcats are now 4-3 on the season and will close out the year at home this Thursday at 4 p.m. against Merino. Congrats to the team as they wrap up another exciting middle school football season!
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Bobcats Earn Top Team Finishes To Close Middle School Cross Country Season
Bobcat Swimmers Make A Splash At Conference Championship
By: Nolan Oberg, Athletic Director Zac Youtz photo By: Nolan Oberg, Athletic Director
Middle school cross country finished out their season last week, competing at the Northern Plains Middle League Association (NPMLA) meet at University High School in Greeley and the Mead Stampede on Saturday. The boys continued a successful season at both events, finishing third out of six teams at the NPMLA meet and fourth out of 18 teams at the Mead Stampede. The girls were led by great individual performances from Nora Jurgens and Kaitlyn Nattrass. Overall, the team had a tremendous season. Thank you to coaches Mark Prichard and Tracy Dalton for their leadership and dedication throughout the season! Below are the results from both events: NPMLA Boys 7th Place – Pike Youtz – 15:14.7 8th Place – Maciah Niemuth – 15:29.8 13th Place – Gabe Cabrera – 16:18.6 20th Place – Conley Jorgensen – 16:42.5 34th Place – Elias Hale – 17:52.7 51st Place – Nate Shochat – 19:01.1
89th Place – Tucker Boles – 21:51.8 NPMLA Girls 10th Place – Nora Jurgens – 18:29.9 26th Place – Kaitlyn Nattrass – 20:07.2 56th Place – Cedar Tibbetts – 22:51.3 78th Place – Annalee Leivestad – 25:05.1 87th Place – Eleanore Bush – 28:19.9 Mead Stampede Boys 4th Place – Pike Youtz – 11:56.1 10th Place – Maciah Niemuth – 12:30.0 22nd Place – Gabe Cabrera – 13:00.1 28th Place – Conley Jorgensen – 13:29.1 56th Place – Elias Hale – 14:32.5 62nd Place – Makaijah Lange – 14:39.6 106th Place – Nate Shochat – 15:55.0 136th Place – Tavin McGill – 16:40.6 165th Place – Tucker Boles – 17:58.1 Mead Stampede Girls 18th Place – Nora Jurgens – 14:30.5 49th Place – Kaitlyn Nattrass – 16:20.8 118th Place – Cedar Tibbetts – 20:16.2 122nd Place – Annalee Leivestad – 20:34.1 173rd Place – Eleanore Bush – 24:01.2
Surprise Attendance Day At Estes Park Elementary School
The Estes Park Middle School Swim & Dive team wrapped up its season in style on Friday, October 2, competing in the 2026 NCAC Conference Swimming Championship at the Mountain View Aquatic Center in Loveland. With 22 events on the schedule and swimmers from schools across the region filling the pool, the Bobcats brought plenty of energy to their final meet of the season — and came away with some great individual and relay performances. The EPMS girls led the way, finishing 8th in the team standings with 121 points. The Bobcats finished 9th overall with 148 points, including 27 points from the boys team. Angelina Irliienko turned in one of the top individual performances for the Bobcats, finishing 5th in the girls 100-yard freestyle with a time of 1:10.43. She also placed 8th in the 100yard individual medley at 1:23.82. Makenzie Zimmer added a 10th place finish in the 200-yard freestyle, touching the wall in 2:49.52, while Casey Schmitt finished 13th in the same event with a time of 3:01.13. The Bobcats also had several strong showings in the shorter events. Tegan Miller finished 22nd in the girls 50-yard freestyle, while Lucina Brese and Violet Wertz followed closely behind in 35th and 36th. In the girls 50-yard backstroke, Lucina Brese led EPMS with an 8th place finish in 42.83 seconds. On the boys side, Carson Hale had a
terrific meet, finishing 7th in the 50yard butterfly with a time of 35.81 and 5th in the 50-yard backstroke in 39.57 seconds. Crosby Maley also earned a 16th place finish in the 50-yard breaststroke. Relay races provided plenty of excitement throughout the afternoon. The EPMS girls' 400-yard freestyle relay team of Payten Hansen, Casey Schmitt, Makenzie Zimmer and Angelina Irliienko turned in one of the team's best finishes of the meet, placing 5th in 5:13.75. The Bobcats also placed 11th in the girls 200-yard medley relay, with Tegan Miller, Angelina Irliienko, Hera Wharton and Payten Hansen combining for a time of 2:56.08. The girls' 200-yard freestyle relay team of Lucina Brese, Violet Wertz, Denali Kraft and Tegan Miller finished 14th in 2:46.24. The meet was a fitting finale to a season filled with hard work, new skills, team camaraderie and plenty of time spent making waves in the pool. A special thank you goes to our wonderful coaches, Kassi Fischer and Jen Maley, as well as the Estes Valley Community Center staff for their support in making this season possible. Their time, energy, and commitment helped make this a memorable season for our Bobcat swimmers and divers. Congratulations to all of our athletes on a fantastic season! We are proud of the way you represented Estes Park Middle School both in and out of the pool.
EPHS Chamber Choir Attends CSU Sings
Thursday, October 1st was full of smiles, surprises, and water balloons as we celebrated an incredible 95% attendance rate for the first quarter at EPES! Showing up matters and our Jr. Bobcats are coming to school, ready to learn, grow, and have fun together every day!
A special shout-out to Mrs. Randinitis’ 5th grade class for their amazing nine days in a row of perfect class attendance! Thank you to our amazing families and staff for helping make attendance a priority and supporting our students in being here and ready to learn each day. Go Bobcats! We’re so proud of you!
On Friday, September 11, the Estes Park High School Chamber Choir had the opportunity to attend CSU Sings! While there, students sight-read and learned two pieces that were completely new to them, sang alongside high school students from across
northern Colorado, and attended sessions focused on vocal technique, conducting, and building community within their choral programs. It was a great opportunity for our students to learn, collaborate, and experience the larger choral community!
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October’s “Learn With The League” Features Dr. Grant Hayden The League of Women Voters will host a “Learn with the League” program on voting rights, with guest speaker Dr. Grant Hayden from SMU Law School. The program will be held on October 9 at 5 p.m. in the Chiquita Room in the Estes Valley Community Center, at the lower east entrance, 660 Community Drive, Estes Park. Refreshments will be served. Professor Hayden of SMU's Dedman School of Law will speak on partisan gerrymandering, mail-in voting, recent Supreme Court decisions impacting voting rights, and citizen initiatives
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Storm Mountain Holiday Bazaar Our Annual Storm Mountain Holiday Bazaar is rapidly approaching! We have a number of local artisans displaying beautiful handmade items that would make wonderful holiday gifts. Faces have changed over the years; we’re starting to add the next generation of crafters! The quality and variety of crafts stays the same. Most items are hand crafted and you have the fun of talking to the crafters and learning about the process of creating the items. The wide variety of products available includes quilted, knit, and crocheted items, jewelry candles, blown glass, cards, decorations, baskets, gourds, wood carvings, cutting boards, signs, wood spoon sets and more treasures! Look for many fall and winter items as well as holiday items for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Dates this year are Saturday, November 7, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sunday, November 8, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. We are located in the Big Thompson Canyon Association Building, a fun historic log structure, at 1479 US Hwy 34, one mile east of Drake. We hope to see lots of familiar faces stopping in; some people make this an annual event.
Fundraising efforts will again support the Big Thompson Canyon Association (BTCA) whose building has been our home for many years. The building has been in use since 1948 and is showing its age. Funds will go to help with new windows or other maintenance items. We’ll have lots of bake sale goodies to take home! This is a fun community event, not just a shopping event: free hot cider and cookies, crafts, people happy to share information, fun historic log building – and hopefully good weather! If you have any questions, please contact Deb Green at facebook.com/peacefulridge or deb@peacefulridge.com. Updates will be posted to the Facebook page as we get closer. Please support our artisans and shop local!
Estes Park Woman's Club To Meet October 14th As we are surrounded by bugling elk and glorious yellow aspen leaves, just a reminder that the next meeting of the Estes Park Woman’s Club is Wednesday, October 14 at 11:30 a.m. at the Estes Park Museum. Our guest speaker is Josie Hildreth, Museum Program Assistant. What a great time to hear all about what is happening at the Museum and have a tour. A box lunch will be provided by Mountain Berry Bakery — always a taste treat. Please remember advance reservations are needed to attend the luncheon and program at epwcreservations@gmail.com. Also check your email for information on all the upcoming Small Group Gatherings. Pam Leitner will need your help to create the Victorian-themed Christmas tree for Quota Club's Festival of Trees, sign up information is online and at the meeting!
We are looking forward to seeing you all at the October luncheon on the 14th.
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Is FIRE Right For You? What Early Retirement Really Takes The idea has never been more appealing: quit your 9-to-5 decades ahead of schedule and spend your days on your own terms. You may have heard of the FIRE movement, but what is it really and does the hype live up to reality? FIRE stands for Financial Independence, Retire Early. While some FIRE advocates focus on retiring early, others are more interested in achieving enough financial independence to gain greater flexibility over their career, lifestyle and future. Wherever your goal fall on that spectrum, FIRE is typically built around three commitments: high savings, frugal living and disciplined investing. Proponents generally save from 5075% of their yearly income, according to CNBC Select, live more frugally and invest those savings for growth potential over time. Why FIRE resonates with some people • It can help you prioritize. While you may want a long and successful career, you may instead prioritize earlier retirement or a path that allows you more time with family, a more meaningful job or a downshift from your current daily grind. • It advocates for some sound financial principles. Living within your means, saving for your goals and investing for long-term growth potential can help build a solid financial foundation. • It helps you set a strategy for the future. Achieving your retirement goal is easier when you've defined what you want retirement to look like and built a strategy to help achieve it. What to consider before pursuing FIRE • Your budget may change. Future ex-
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Estes Valley Quilt Guild Meeting October 12 Carol Barkley, a Member Artist of Art Center of Estes Park, will be the speaker at the Estes Valley Quilt Guild meeting on Monday, October 12. She was employed in marketing for 40 years. After retirement, she began quilting, delighting in playing with color and texture. She first worked with traditional quilts, then contemporary art quilts, and now, as a fiber artist, using a hybrid of quilting, applique, embroidery, machine felting, hand dyed fabric, and pen and
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The 10 Signs Of Dementia I received a rather comical phone call the other day. It was a husband calling about his wife expressing concern about her possible dementia. He was inquiring about our Day Center for her. I heard the wife in the background saying, “It is not me that has dementia, it is him!” The argument and banter went on for quite some time, and I was not sure who was the care partner and who was the person with dementia! We laugh and joke at the above scenario and wonder if we are experiencing the signs of normal aging, or if indeed it is a form of dementia. Of course, a physician should be consulted regardless, as early help, support, and treatment can slow down the memory decline if the diagnosis is indeed dementia. Since I began in my role as the Executive Director of EDDC in February, and especially since we opened our Center, I have found the website and resources of Alzheimer’s Association to be extremely helpful in learning and understanding the early signs of dementia. One specific flier is entitled: “Know the 10 Signs; Early Detection Matters.” I thought I would share these with you in this column. 1) Memory changes that disrupt daily life. For example, asking for the same information repeatedly; forgetting important dates or events. Whereas typical age-related changes involve sometimes forgetting names or appointments but remembering them later. 2) Challenges in planning or solving problems. Whereas typical age-related changes are more occasional instead of consistent. 3) Difficulty completing familiar tasks. For example, driving to a familiar location, managing a budget, or remembering the rules of a favorite game. Whereas typical age-related changes involve only asking for help periodically with certain tasks. 4) Confusion with time or place. People with dementia lose track of dates, seasons, and the passage of time. Typical age-related changes involve getting confused about the day of the
week but figuring it out later. 5) Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships. Whereas typical age-related changes often involve vision changes due to cataracts or other issues. 6) New problems with words in speaking or writing. People with dementia may have trouble following or joining a conversation. They may stop in the middle of a conversation and have no idea how to continue. Typical age-related changes involve trouble finding the right word upon occasion. 7) Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps; putting things in unusual places. Typical age-related changes: misplacing things from time to time. 8) Decreased or poor judgment. For example, they may may use poor judgment when dealing with money. Typical age-related changes: Making a bad decision occasionally. 9) Withdrawal from work or social activities. This can be because they are uneasy about the changes they are experiencing. Typical agerelated changes: Sometimes feeling weary of work, family and social obligations. 10) Changes in mood and personality. People with dementia can become confused, suspicious, depressed, fearful, anxious, and easily upset. Typical age-related changes: developing very specific ways of doing things and becoming irritable when routine is disrupted. For additional resources, visit alz.org. Again, I cannot emphasize the importance of consulting your physician to get the help you need for the person in your life who may be experiencing cognitive decline/dementia. Once your loved one has that diagnosis, we are here to bring joy and hope on the journey that lies ahead. We help provide socialization, engagement, cognitive stimulation, music and art opportunities. The earlier the better. The EDDC can be contacted by calling 970-447-3550 or emailing director@estesdementiadaycenter.org.
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Simple Cyber Tips For The Modern Era By: Scott Applegate, President & CEO, Bank of Estes Park
Every October, Cyber Security Awareness Month serves as a critical reminder that our digital lives require the same protection as our physical homes—if not more! As we spend more time online, managing finances, working, and connecting with loved ones, the risks we face grow more sophisticated. We have a saying in our bank—“The bad guys are good, and the good guys are well-intentioned.” Being well intentioned is not good enough—you have to protect yourself. AI is relentless never sleeps, and is being aggressively used by criminals wanting your information and money. However, staying safe online does not require a degree in computer science, and can be successfully accomplished by anyone. By understanding a few common risks, you can take simple, highly effective steps to protect yourself and your data. Understanding the Risks Cybercriminals can (but rarely do) rely on complex hacking techniques to target individuals. Instead, they exploit human nature through trickery and urgency. The most common threats include: • Phishing, Smishing & Spoofing Scams: These are deceptive emails, text messages, or phone calls designed to look like trusted organizations, such as your bank, a utility company, or a government agency. Their goal is to trick you into revealing passwords, clicking malicious links, or downloading harmful attachments. Watch for fake notices from delivery services, the IRS, notices of blocked accounts or unpaid bills and tolls. Do not respond or click links, etc.—just go to the legitimate source to verify if there is a legitimate problem that needs resolving. • Credential Stuffing: Cybercriminals use automated tools to test stolen username and password combinations across hundreds of popular websites. If you reuse the same password on multiple platforms, a breach at one minor online store could give hackers access to your primary email or bank account. Slight variations in passwords can be easily “cracked” by AI. • Malware and Ransomware: Malicious software can secretly infect your devices through unpatched security vulnerabilities, risky downloads, and clicking infected links. This software can log your keystrokes, steal personal files, or lock your device entirely until a ransom is paid. • Cryptocurrency & Investment Scams: These are often launched via romance apps, social media ads, conspiracy theory information sources, and other sources, where scammers groom victims into trusting them before luring them into fake crypto platforms, or other investment platforms, showing massive, fabricated returns. • Imposter & “Phantom Hacker” Scams: Scammers pose as bank fraud departments, tech support, or law enforcement, claiming your accounts are compromised. They trick you into granting remote access to your deice or moving money into “safe” accounts that
they control. • Recovery Scams: After someone has already been scammed, a second wave of fraudsters reaches out posing as government agencies, the FBI, or law enforcement, promising to recover the lost funds for an upfront “processing fee” or tax. • AI Voice Cloning & Grandparent Scams: Con artists use small samples of audio to clone the voice (sometimes even the face in a video call!) of a relative, child, or grandchild in a fake emergency—victims are urgently requested to wire funds, send cash or bitcoin, or a gift. • Employment & Job Scams: Bogus remote job offers or fake recruiters conduct fake interviews, ask for sensitive personal data (never give your Social Security Number, or any kind of payment information!) or send counterfeit checks with instructions to buy equipment, lease space, etc., with instruction to wire back the difference. Sometimes they say they inadvertently sent too much, and request a wire back for the excess. • Romance Scams: Scammers, sometimes initiated with AI, form online “relationships” with victims, and then begin asking for money for a wide variety of reasons. • Sextortion & Digital Arrest Scams: Fraudsters convince your to send compromising photos, or use fake online profiles or AI generated explicit images/videos to blackmail victims, threatening to send the media to family, employers, friends, etc. unless a ransom is paid. Easy Ways to Protect Yourself Securing your personal data is easier than you think. Implementing just a few digital hygiene habits can block the vast majority of cyber threats. • Lock Down Accounts with MFA: Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is the single most effective defense against unauthorized access. By requiring a second form of verification, like a fingerprint or a code sent to an authenticator app, MFA ensures that even if someone steals your password, they still cannot access your account. If you receive an unexpected MFA request, DO NOT approve the activity, and take immediate action on the account requesting the authentication. • Use a Password Manager: Human brains are not built to memorize dozens of long, unique passwords. A password manager securely generates, stores, and fills in complex passwords for every account you own. This eliminates the temptation to reuse passwords or write them down where others can see them. And don’t reuse passwords or use the same passwords for multiple sites. Frequently change passwords that access your funds or personal information. • Turn on Automatic Updates: Software developers constantly release updates to patch security vulnerabilities. Enabling automatic updates on your smartphone, computer, routers, and smart home apps ensures you always have the latest defenses against emerging threats. Opt out of sharing and tracking across apps un-
less doing so is necessary. • Think Before You Click: If you receive an unexpected message of any kind demanding urgent action, pause. Check the sender’s actual email address for misspellings, or even call a known entity from a number you already have (or that you look up independently) to verify. Do not click links or download attachments from unverified sources. If you are unsure, look up the organization's official phone number and contact them directly to verify the claim. If a link (which you shouldn’t have clicked!) pulls up a website that request you to sign in, close out the site and log in from scratch to the site at the URL that is for sure legitimate for that site— the site that pulled up automatically may simply be a fake, trying to capture your log-in information. • Freeze your credit report online. This creates a minor inconvenience when you apply for credit (you have to log in and unfreeze your credit report), but protects you from fraudsters trying to take out credit in your name. • Register your debit and credit cards for automatic alerts for purchases, and respond quickly if you see something unexpected. I lived in Los Angeles for several years when I was younger, and this country
boy quickly learned in the environment at that time that I was surrounded by a massive number of people who were intent on doing whatever they could to get money—just because you are a good person, do not assume that those around you are. And this has only gotten worse in the online environment. Be suspicious of everything online, slow down and think (don’t let anyone rush you into action), and follow all of the tips above, and you will have drastically reduced your exposure to risk from fraudsters. As a President and CEO of Bank of Estes Park, serving on its Board of Directors as well as that of our Holding Company, I am privy to high-level, current information locally, state-wide, nationally, and regulatorily, and strongly encourage you to talk to your financial institutions as well. Ensure that they have invested in the highest levels of online and data security, and that they have a solid track record of being cyber safe, as we have. With a strong and secure banking relationship, you will know that there is always a full team on your side 24/7, as well as the strongest, safest systems available, remaining constantly vigilant to protect your personal information, money, and peace of mind. Happy Cyber Security Awareness Month, and stay safe out there!
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Can You Hear Me Now? Compassion In Action Estes Park Men's Golf Association Results For October 5, 2026 Three Clubs and a Putter: Congratulations to Jeff Lindberg for topping the leaderboard with an impressive Net 69! Shout-out to Greg Anderson as well for great play with a second place Net 71. These two left the rest of the field in their dust. It was a challenging format but another gorgeous fall day of golf. Of the 52 entrants, we awarded winnings to 33 players for their scrappy play with so few clubs. Congrats to all! Pos. Player Total Gross Total Net 1 Jeff Lindberg 84 69 2 Greg Anderson 95 71 3 Robin Harding 84 74 4 Matt Quinn 85 75 T5 Steve Nagl 89 76 T5 Paul Besson 95 76 T5 Tom McNeil 96 76 T5 Joshua Tracy 82 76 9 Steve Poznic 95 77 T10 Bill Way 85 78 T10 Tandy Brown 91 78 T10 Henry Glover 95 78 T10 William Brown 89 78 T10 Robert Wilczek 89 78 T10 Mark Moraczewski 105 78 T16 Larry Solo 90 79 T16 Jerry Ballinghoff 95 79 T18 Jim Jameson 96 80 T18 Mark Campbell 103 80 T20 Gary Siler 98 81 T20 Roger Erwin 97 81 T20 Michael Geist 101 81 T23 Larry Nosbish 88 82 T23 John Witmer 91 82 T23 Ron Little 107 82 T23 Stan Osborne 96 82 T23 Stan Gengler 101 82 T28 Rodney Unruh 94 83 T28 Hugh Taylor 86 83 T28 Chuck Scott 110 83 T28 Dennis Bryan 115 83 T28 Robert Waddell 93 83 T28 Brandon Hale 94 83
Use The Preamble Lens For Voting To the Editor: Understand the “Big Idea:” • The Preamble of the Colorado Constitution (which is almost identical to the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution) is the mission of our government and state (and country) – what we are trying to achieve. • The Articles and Amendments form the organizational framework for achieving the Preamble. These laws are more structural and relevant over time. • Statute laws build upon Constitutional laws, addressing other details as they arise, and are more easily adjusted (or extinguished) to keep aligned with supporting achievement of the Preamble. Be aware that the “Blessings of Liberty for ourselves and our posterity” depend on Justice (fairness; accountability), Tranquility (feeling safe), Common Defense (foreign; domestic), and General Welfare (environment, health, education, economy, infrastructure,
etc.) being in place. Use the “Preamble lens” to assure that a law or candidate would support working to achieve the Preamble. The Colorado Constitution has 29 Articles and 176 Amendments. The U.S. Constitution has 7 Articles and 27 Amendments. Which proposed laws are actually needed and not already being addressed in existing laws? Some laws may have a good idea but should be a statute law, not in the Constitution. All laws must be periodically reviewed to assure alignment with supporting the achievement of the Preamble. Those that may have done so in the past, may not still do so. Those should be adjusted to do so or be extinguished. Read your blue 2026 State Ballot Information Booklet carefully. Bev Bachman Estes Park
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A couple of weeks ago, I shared the story of an elderly woman who needed help paying off her hearing-aid bill. I’m excited to announce that her request for assistance didn’t fall on deaf ears! We received enough gifts and commitments to completely pay the amount she owed. That says something powerful about the community we live in. Thank you for responding with such generous compassion. So, as the iconic Verizon commercial once asked, “Can you hear me now?” I’m grateful our neighbor can answer, “Yes! I can hear you now.” Stories like this remind me why Crossroads exists. In my last article, I challenged you to face your inner fears so they don’t interfere with what you feel called to do. Sometimes courage means stepping into uncharted territory, taking the first step, or simply asking for help. At Crossroads, we help our neighbors take those steps. One neighbor recently told me how difficult it was to ask for help—but how grateful they were that they did. We recognize that many people are fighting battles we may never fully understand. What we can do is stand beside them and help them move forward. And we can only do that because you stand with us. Individuals, businesses, organizations, and churches make it possible for Crossroads to respond when a neighbor is facing hunger, housing instability, medical expenses, or other basic needs. Your generosity allows us to say, “Yes, we can help,” when someone
needs it most. One of the ways we raise significant funds for this work is Vintage, our annual fundraising event. This year, Vintage will be held at Ember Restaurant, where more than 160 people will gather to celebrate our neighbors and support the work of Crossroads. For the past 10 years, this event has helped provide the resources we need to ensure that no neighbor is turned away simply because they cannot afford the help they need. We have about 40 tickets remaining, and we would love to fill every seat at the table. Maybe you’ve attended Vintage in the past but haven’t been for a few years. Maybe you’ve never experienced it. This is your invitation. Come enjoy a wonderful evening, meet people who care deeply about our community, and help make sure Crossroads has the resources to answer the next “Can you help me?” There’s a seat at the table for you— and a neighbor who may be counting on your generosity. Purchase your ticket today at crossroadsep.org. We are also incredibly grateful for our Top Chef Table Sponsors, who help fill the room by inviting their friends and supporting the mission of Crossroads: Avant Garde Aleworks • First Colorado Realty • The Country Market • Rock Cut Brewing • Westover Construction • Wildfire Homes • Bank of Estes Park • Egg of Estes • Estes Park Health Foundation • Bank of Colorado • The Thompson Group • The Hive • UBS–Frank Castro • Jim & Stacy Bernard • Judy Brannon • Randy Maharry
PCCR Presents The “King of Instruments,” An Afternoon With Larry & Friends For all those who love organ music, this will be a rare opportunity to hear some of the best organists in Colorado. They are all coming together to celebrate the sounds of Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies’ “new” organ with Larry Gillum, PCCR’s organist. Larry will be joined by Jill Hunt, PCCR’s Substitute Organist; Joe McConathy, First Presbyterian in Fort Collins; Dr. Joel Bacon, Organ Professor at Colorado State University; Dennis Fromholzer, Our Lady of the Mountains, Estes Park; and Don Shelley, formerly at Allenspark Community Church. This will be the second in PCCR’s Organ Concert Series and one to remember. The concert will be given at Saturday, October 17th at 2 p.m. in the sanctuary of the Presby-
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Animals Received Blessings On St. Francis Feast Day By: Bishop Owen Williams
One of my great enjoyments every year has been to bless the animals of the friends and members of the parishes I serve on the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi. That Feast Day, this year, was on Sunday, the fourth day of October. Following the Service of Holy Communion, friends and members of the Parish gather at the foot of the steps of the Church with their pets and companions. After a few minutes of wrangling the critters and gathering everyone together, we sang “All Things Bright and Beautiful.” After a few short prayers, the animals present were blessed with Prayer and Holy Water and a medal of Saint Francis. For me, it has always been a blessed honor to recognize the beauty and responsibility we have for our beloved companions. After all, we are all part of Almighty God's Creation. Known as “The Little Church in the Woods,” Saint Francis of Assisi is a Traditional Apostolic and Sacramental Christian Church nestled in the midst of the pines and aspens in Little Valley. We’re located at 3480 St. Francis Way, Estes Park 80517. Turn from Fish
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Creek Rd. onto Little Valley Rd. and follow the signs to St. Francis Anglican Church. If you have any questions or comments, please call Bishop Williams at 970-577-0601. Please join us any Sunday at 9:30 a.m. for a Holy Communion service (Morning Prayer is offered at 9 a.m.) and see our website at stfrancisestespark.com.
Enjoy Delicious Baked Goods While Shopping At St. Bart’s Autumn Market New items to be available at the Episcopal Church's Autumn Market on October 17 include handmade kitchen towels, zipper bags and wristlets. New foods for sale are specialty muffins, a reprise of eight kinds of muffins, regular and gluten free, from the recipe book of the historic Baldpate Inn. Types of muffins include banana butterscotch, Lily's lemon blueberry, and peanut butter and cranberry nut muffins. Still available to order are St. Bart's famous pasties. They are $28 for a bag of six regular, or $30 for gluten free. They can be ordered at the church's website, stbartsepisopalchurch.org or by calling 936-766-5637 and leaving a message. Chutney at $10 for an eight ounce jar is also still Craft items on sale at the Autumn Market on Ocavailable. tober 17 at St. Bart’s Episcopal church include The Market at the church, 880 hand made appliquéd kitchen towels with Velcro MacGregor, will open at 9 a.m. hangers, quilted zippered pouches for credit on October 17th with coffee and cards and coins and zippered wristlets. warm, baked pumpkin spiced doughnuts for the shoppers, lunch as well as homemade, healthy dog served mid-morning that will include treats for important family members. Welcome Home cheese soup and the Proceeds from the Market are doBaldpate Inn muffins. nated to charities chosen by the church Frozen soups, casseroles, regular and vestry. gluten free baked goods are all featured
Isaac Gabriel Aguilera August 10, 2008 - September 22, 2026 On September 22, 2026 Isaac finished his race here on this earth. On August 10, 2008 the world was blessed with Isaac Gabriel Aguilera, who was born in Greeley, Colorado and grew up in Loveland. He attended Conrad Ball Elementary School, Ellerslie Prep Academy, and later dual enrolled at Colorado Early College and Grace Academy, where he graduated in May 2026 with his high school diploma and some college credits. As a child he lived at Maple Terrace with his grandma, aunt, and parents. At nine years of age, Isaac, along with his siblings Destiny and Iseah, were joyfully welcomed into the Hartman Family’s home due to some hardship and loss in the Aguilera family. Permanent custody was granted to Rachel and her father, Jim Hartman. On June 13, 2020 Rachel married Brandon Gresser who became Isaac’s adoptive father. Rachel and Brandon Gresser, though never officially adopting Isaac, cared for him for nine years and considered him their son. Isaac was the oldest of their family of six children. Isaac was a member at Windsor Christian Fellowship church and was baptized there in 2025. He was ranked as one of varsity’s top three tennis players for Loveland High and played basketball at Loveland Classical School. Isaac traveled with the ministry King’s Kids in El Paso on three overseas missions trips and multiple years of spring break outreach ministry between 2021 and 2026. Isaac worked for Brandon’s company, Legacy Builds, as a fiber optic technician during the final year of his life.
Isaac was bright, fun to be with, and a natural born leader. He was loved and embraced by Brandon and Rachel and their extended family. Isaac was gentle, creative, and loved adventure. He was a faithful friend. He had a sincere relationship with Jesus and experienced the true Joy of the Lord! Isaac was preceded in death by his fraternal grandmother Maria Aguilera, and maternal grandfather Eliseo Orozco Salido. He is survived by his biological parents, Gabriel Aguilera and Gladis Orozco Domínguez, his adoptive parents, Rachel and Brandon Gresser, maternal grandmother Maria Teresa Domínguez Rico, siblings Destiny Aguilera, Iseah Aguilera, Analiah Mia Aguilera, Gael Gabino Agüero Orozco, Matias Elíseo Orozco Dominguez, Freederick Gresser, Beautiful Gresser, Brave Gresser, and numerous loving family, cousins and friends. A celebration of his life will be held on October 9 at Vintage Church in Fort Collins at 6 p.m. Please visit allnuttestespark.com to leave messages and memories for the family.
Gun & Archery Club Annual Meeting October 10 The Estes Park Gun and Archery Club's annual meeting is on October 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the Estes Park Community Center, 660 Community Dr. This is a private club but the meeting is
open to the public. Colorado Governor Candidate Victor Marx will be the keynote speaker. Please be respectful and courteous at all times.
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Program Manager/Volunteer Coordinator Position Available Estes Dementia Day Center (EDDC) is seeking to hire a full-time Program Manager and Volunteer Coordinator. This position will oversee the daily operations of EDDC, ensuring a safe, engaging, and compassionate environment for participants living with dementia. This role blends program leadership, volunteer management, and hands-on support. The ideal candidate is warm, organized, creative, and committed to person-centered care. Experience in program development/management and dementia care is necessary. EDDC is a new community-based adult social day program in Estes Park designed to help adults living with dementia remain connected, engaged, and supported while providing day-time respite for caregivers. This program combines social connection, cognitive stimulation, creative expression through art and music, and physical movement. Interested candidates, please call Debbie Unruh at (970) 447-3550 or email director@estesdementiadaycenter.org
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AA & Al-Anon Meetings AA of Allenspark: The Great Clean Wind Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at Allenspark Community Church Fellowship Hall, enter on North side of building. Open discussion AA of Glen Haven Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at the Town Hall Early Worms Monday through Saturday at 7 a.m. (hybrid meetings with Zoom #796 839 839 PW:Worms20) at St. Bartholomew Church, 880 MacGregor Ave. Mixed Nuts Al-Anon Group Fridays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. (hybrid meetings with Zoom #285 426 3644 PW:serenity) at St. Bartholomew Church One Day At A Time AA Meetings Tuesdays at noon: Open discussion Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.: Open discussion Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. Location: Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Ave. Meetings are in the lounge on the main floor by the front entrance to the church. Park upstairs by the main entrance of the church. Alcoholics Anonymous Fall River Group Current Schedule as of 6/17/2025 Zoom ID 999 829166 for AA Meetings Mondays at 12 p.m., in person and Zoom — O, D Mondays at 7 p.m., in person and Zoom — O, BB Women’s Meeting, Tuesdays at 12 p.m. — O, D
Wednesdays at 12 p.m., in person and Zoom — O, D Wednesdays at 7 p.m., in person and Zoom — O, D Thursdays at 12 p.m., in person and Zoom — O, D Fridays at 12 p.m., in person and Zoom — O, D Saturdays at 12 p.m., in person and Zoom — O, D Sundays at 12 p.m., in person and Zoom — O, ABSI Last Monday of each month is birthday night; potluck at 6 p.m., speaker at 7 p.m. Location: 453 West Elkhorn Ave. ***Contribute via Venmo, @FallRiverGroupAA Other 12 Step Meetings Held at Fall River Group Narcotics Anonymous “New Horizons” Group, Thursdays at 7 p.m., in person and Zoom (705 555 930) — O, D **O=Open to all D=Discussion BB=Big Book Zoom Meetings Every day at noon, Zoom #999 829 166 (no password needed) Zoom Big Book Study, Mondays at 7 p.m. #654 598 884 (no password needed). Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Zoom #999 829 166 Online AA and NA Meetings at intherooms.com. There are 70 AA meetings and 30 NA meetings a week.
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YMCA OF THE ROCKIES 2515 Tunnel Road Estes Park, Colorado, 80511
NOW HIRING – FULL TIME YEAR-ROUND HOUSEKEEPING MANAGER YMCA of the Rockies – Estes Park Center is seeking an experienced hospitality leader for a full-time, year-round Housekeeping Manager position. We’re looking for a strong leader who can build and develop a great team while embracing our culture and core values. Ready to lead with purpose? Apply today at jobs.ymcarockies.org and join our team!
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RENTALS
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Commercial Rentals
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Estate Sales
Great 900 square foot commercial/office space that has been completely remodeled. Good parking and convenient location. 154 South Saint Vrain in Village Square. Flexible lease starting at $1,000 per month. Call InTempus Realty and ask for Eric at 970-215-2625 or Abbey at 970-599-0688.
1,220 sf office space, 1191 Woodstock, $1,850/month 402-730-4080
Susan Novy Local Piano Tuner. Call for appointment. 970-577-1755
YARD SALE 1735 Gray Hawk Ct Saturday Oct 10th, 9-2 MANY misc household items. Clothes, purses, hats, laser crafts and jewelry. Sister Crafts will be there. Come find treasures and shop early for Christmas!
Estate Sale Sat 10/10, 8-2 Sun 10/11, 9-2
Charming Private Office in Historic Downtown Estes Park 166 Virginia, Suite 7, Looking for a professional office in the heart of Estes Park? This beautifully renovated one person office is located in a historic building right downtown, just steps from Bond Park, local banks, and the business district. Features & Amenities: • Prime downtown location with signage on Virginia Drive • All utilities included (except internet) • Wired for Fiber Optics & High-Speed Internet via Trailblazer • Access to a separate conference room with a large TV for Zoom meetings • Shared kitchen with coffee setup • Copy machine available for your business needs Ideal for remote professionals, entrepreneurs, or anyone seeking a quiet, professional workspace in a vibrant setting. $600 per month Call Thom at 970-586-2448 to schedule a tour!
RIVERFRONT OFFICE BUILDING FOR RENT Reception Area, 2 Executive Offices with Fireplaces, 6 Private Offices, Conference Room, 3 Restrooms, Full Kitchen, Upper Kitchenette, Furnished, Oversized Garage, Private Parking, Central A/C, Security System. Call 970-215-2494 for details. Great Commercial/Office space! Prime Downtown location on Moraine Ave. High Visibility/Heavy Foot Traffic. $1200/M. Available Nov 1, Just in Time for the Holiday Season. Call Mark ~ 303-990-2413
Short Term SHORT-TERM RENTAL – ESTES PARK, COLORADO Fully Furnished 1-Bedroom Cabin or Lodge room. $1,300/month – All Utilities Included! 970-779-7455
REAL ESTATE 2000 BMW Z3 Roadster 88K miles Good clean condition 5 speed, green, beige leather interior, heated seats, AM/FM/CD great sounds. $4,000 (appraises at $5,500 - $6,000) Loves Trail Ridge Road! 970-227-0514.
SERVICES
Commercial Commercial Spaces for sale and lease. Call Eric. INTEMPUS Realty, 970-586-2950
Sewing/Alterations Sewing machine Help! Beginner instruction. Call Beth 970-492-5446 Remixed Custom Sewing Services. Small Furniture, Restoration, and Commercial Upholstery. Outdoor and RV Cushions Call for appointment 970-492-5446
MOVING - HUGE GARAGE SALE! round 2. We saved the best for last! Ping pong table, art, kitchenware, sm appliances, yard art & tools, patio table & chairs, bookshelves, pottery, jewelry, cabinets, dining table, chairs, bar table & stools, recliner, loveseat, tvs, end tables, clothes, bedding. LAST CHANCE! We’ll deliver locally. 220 Virginia Dr, Estes. Fri & Sat 9a-5p EVERYTHING MUST GO!
Follow Judi’s Signs to: 1590 Raven Creek. Unit H Collectibles, Jewelry, Numerous High End Kitchen Items including Kitchen Aid Mixer, Cuisinart, Ninja, Krupa & Chefs. Books, Lamps, Poker/Game Table, Local Artist Works, Linens, Christmas Decor, Small Roll Top Desk, Air Conditioner, Samsung Washer & Dryer, Refrigerator, Shelving, Bookcases, Small Tools, Utility Wagon, Storage Containers, & MORE. ESTATE/MOVING SALE Need to have one, but seems overwhelming. We do the work, you make the $. Local, Affordable, References. CALL JUDI 970-215-5548
PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER APPLIANCES
CARPET CLEANING
Storage Units Storage Rental available Fits 2 cars, 10 ft, door. 970-825-6635 Manford Plaza storage unit for rent. 970-586-3828
970-586-4315
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PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER ELECTRICAL
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS INC.
Over 50 Years Experienced
• Service • Residential • Small Commerical • Generator Systems • Mini-Split Systems • Electric Car Chargers Matthew P. Heffernan 880 Dunraven Ste B heffwesi@live.com Estes Park, CO 80517 970-480-5403
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HOT TUBS & POOL SERVICES
COWLES CUSTOM CARPENTRY Electric, Plumbing, Drywall, Roofing, Siding, Doors, Floors, Windows, Tile, Fencing, Decks, Honey Do List & Much More Locally owned and operated in Estes Park
303-532-6775 estesparkccc@gmail.com LOG RAILINGS & ACCENTS
FLOORING
970-586-1685 Custom Homes, Additions, Kitchens, Baths, Historic Renovations, Remodels and Design Work
Charles Santagati 1191 Graves Ave
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Full service general contracting since 1998
HAIR CARE
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GENERAL CONTRACTOR Developing Dreams Custom Home Building, Commercial Construction, Renovations and Additions
Get in touch for a FREE estimate 970-586-5796 www.aldrichbuilders.com
HEARING & TINNITUS CARE Cory D. Workman, Au.D. Phone: 970-586-5255 • Hearing Aids / New & Repair • Hearing Evaluations • Hearing Protection • Ear Care / Wax Removal • Dizziness / Balance
1186 Graves Ave., Ste. B Estes Park, CO 80517 Fax: 970-577-7260 drcory@estesparkaudiology.com www.estesparkaudiology.com
R.M. IMPROVEMENT LLC Home Repairs & Upgrades New Construction & Remodeling Specializing in Decks, Windows, Siding, Kitchen/Bath Remodels, and Exterior Painting Long time local serving the Estes area. 970-581-2670 • cornellhico@gmail.com cornellhomeimprovement.com
• Ext./Int. Painting & Staining • Concrete • Fencing • Hauling • Power Washing • Gutter Cleaning Deck Repair • Dirtwork • Demo • Landscaping • Much More!
Insured - Licensed - Local References Randy Miller • 970-888-4947
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PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER PAINTING
PLUMBING
TREE SERVICE
PEST CONTROL WINDOW CLEANING
PROPANE
SECURITY HOME WATCH
Professional Window Cleaning Elevate your views! We do full service window cleaning: interior, exterior and screen cleaning. Specializing in traditional window cleaning for luxury homes.
STORAGE
NOW ! ABLE AVAIL
• Unit Sizes: 800-1600 sq. ft. • Boat & RV Storage • Fire Suppression System • Utilities Available
970.481.9807 Colexcav@gmail.com
Cleaning windows in the Estes Park area for 10 years. Insured.
(970) 713-0222 call or text ZacBunch@elevatedwindowcleaninginc.com
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