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NOVEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER
Kristi Dressler | kristi.dressler@lifestylepubs.com MARKE T SUPPORT COORDINATOR
Giving Thanks For Our Everyday Heroes
Hannah Echols | hannah.echols@lifestylepubs.com PUBLICATION DIRECTOR
Jessica Laguna | jessica.laguna@lifestylepubs.com
WHEN I THINK OF HEROES, I THINK OF EVERYDAY PEOPLE WHO WORK TO
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MAKE THE LIVES OF THE PEOPLE AROUND THEM BETTER. My hero is my
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grandfather. He spent his life working to improve the lives of farmers and ranchers
AD DESIGNER
across Larimer County. Although he passed away before I was born, I hold the stories of Donald Lewis McMillen deep in my heart. The impact he had on the growth of the Larimer County Fair and Rodeo and 4-H program from 1937-1965 left a beautiful mark on the northern Colorado community. His legacy inspires me to look for the everyday heroes who live among us today. In this issue, we highlight the thoughtful, kind, and generous neighbors and friends
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Zane Smith CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
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we have in our community. Rich Rasmussen of Triple R Builders is one of these
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people. He spreads positivity wherever he creates his one-of-a-kind custom
Flourish Branding Photography, DJRImaging Photography, Whitney Day, Clara Scholtz, Kira Vos, Boxwood Photos, Contributed by June's Team
built homes. We’ve documented his recently completed Silo Project-- if you think Superman is the only one who can bend a 2x10 board, you’re mistaken! This month, our main feature goes to our veterans. As the daughter of a Vietnam veteran, I hold those who have served and continue to serve our country in deep regard. I had the honor of joining the PAMVETS and Veterans Honoring Veterans two Saturdays in a row at Golden Corral in Loveland. Saying this is my favorite article to date is an understatement. The comradery and community this group of military heroes fosters is an experience I will never forget.
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Last but not least, we bring you an unassuming hero. She began her life in poverty,
ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor
moved from foster home to foster home, and held onto a dream to help those who
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson
helped her. June Lemmings of June’s Team at Keller Williams Realty fulfilled a promise to her siblings that you’ll want to read about. It warms my heart to share these stories with you. With all the negativity in the world, I find
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solace in sharing good news and bringing our everyday heroes into the spotlight. This month, I hope your home is filled with the aroma of freshly baked pies, pumpkin spice mules (from our monthly Libation Station), the sounds of laughter around the table, and a feeling of gratitude in your hearts. 514 W 26TH ST., KANSAS CITY, MO
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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2021
FEATURES 16 A Promise Is a Promise June Lemmings Works Every Day To Fulfill Her Childhood Promises
22 Service, Honor, And A Breakfast Buffet The Legacy of the Proud American Veterans’ (PAMVETS) Flourishing Community
28 Being Rich How Rich Rasmussen From Triple R Builders Uses His Roundabout Creativity To Help People Build The Homes Of Their Dreams
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34 Your Monthly Libation Station Spicing Up Your Mule
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Lifestyle Letter
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Good Times
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Local Experiences
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Local Limelight
28 Open House 30 open house (continued) 34 Artist’s Palette 36 Lifestyle Calendar
GOOD TIMES
Every Word We Utter Sculpture Dedication Loveland’s Art in Public Places Program, part of the Cultural Services Department for the City of Loveland, dedicated the sculpture, Every Word We Utter by Jane DeDecker on a beautiful fall afternoon. This bronze sculpture is a one-quarter scale edition of the Every Word We Utter monument, which commemorates the women’s suffrage movement, that Loveland sculptor Jane DeDecker seeks to install as a national monument in Washington, D.C. Photography | Whitney Day & Clara Scholtz (City of Loveland)
Living Well Health Group Ribbon Cutting The Loveland Chamber of Commerce welcomed Living Well Health Group into its family of businesses with a beautiful ribbon cutting ceremony. Living Well Health Group practices medicine that focuses on finding and treating the root cause of illness in order to optimize patients’ health and vitality. They offer the most cutting edge, science-backed, holistic technology that is proven to help heal and support mental and physical health. Photography | DJRImaging Photography
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Centerra Hosts Wild Wonderful Weekend Colorado’s first Certified Wild Community — Centerra — kicked off fall with an interactive foam party for kids and teens, followed by a live concert with American Authors courtesy of High Plains Environmental Center and The Promenade Shops at Centerra. This “wild” event was hosted by Centerra Engagement Assembly, community partners, and sponsors benefitting HPEC, a local nonprofit focused on restoring and conserving Colorado’s unique native diversity. Photography | Kira Vos
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In 1877, Loveland’s tourist industry shifted into high gear. The railroad coming into Loveland eliminated a good portion of a long and bone-jarring trip from Denver to Estes Park. Businesses popped up around Loveland to make the trip even more convenient. Hotels, such as the Lovelander Hotel, and livery stables, such as Overholt & Stiffler, provided resting spots. They also provided transportation into Rocky Mountain National Park up the old route. This route followed First Street west over Bald Mountain. It was a four and a half hour trip up the mountain to Estes Park and a three and a half hour trip back.
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JUNE LEMMINGS WORKS EVERY DAY TO FULFILL HER CHILDHOOD PROMISES
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A PROM I S E IS A PROM I S E
ARTICLE KATE SHELTON | PHOTOGRAPHY FLOURISH BRANDING PHOTOGRAPHY AND CONTRIBUTED BY JUNE LEMMINGS
JUNE LEMMINGS GREW UP POOR IN RURAL
THE TURNING POINT
COLORADO. She didn’t have bare essentials, her dad
When June was in middle school, she had an oppor-
was largely absent, and her family never had enough to
tunity to travel to Mexico as a representative from her
go around. With 12 biological siblings and sordid living
class. “It was such a big deal to me. I couldn’t believe it,”
conditions, her childhood wasn’t an easy one.
she recalls. “The trip was going to be awarded to the kid
“I was one of the older siblings and I just felt it in my heart that I had to take care of them as much as I could,
that worked the hardest in Spanish class. I worked hard. Harder than I ever had. I wanted that trip so badly.”
even though I was just a kid,” June recounts. These
June’s hard work paid off – her teachers noticed,
circumstances forced June to grow up quickly, and she
and she was chosen for the trip. It was one of the best
understood more about life than most her age.
moments of her life. “The trip was wonderful,” she says.
“When we were little, we would get the Sears maga-
“But the best part, honestly, was the way the teachers
zine in the mail and we’d look at the houses they used
helped make it happen. They all got together and pooled
to sell. I can still picture them today. They were so
their money so I could have clean, nice clothes to wear.
pretty. My siblings and I would dream that we would
They each pitched in $20 – that was a lot for them, but
have real houses next to one another. I used to tell them
they did it anyway. A few teachers took me shopping and
that I would help them get a house someday,” she says
I had never felt more cared for as I did that day. All these
warmly. “We just wanted to have a home like that.”
years later, I can still remember what my first swimming
It wasn’t long before the family’s conditions worsened
suit looked like,” she remembers.
and June and her siblings were placed in different fos-
The trip was a turning point in June’s life. She learned
ter care homes. “We were all split up. I ended up in the
that if she worked hard and kept going after it, doors
Canon City area,” she details.
would open. Despite growing up in various foster homes,
June and her family may have been separated, but the bond that they formed in their early years remained strong. They saw each other when they could and stayed in contact as much as their circumstances allowed.
June continued to do well in school; eventually, she earned a spot at the University of Northern Colorado. A few days after June turned 18, her foster dad took her to Greeley and dropped her off with just $100. “I had nothing, but I had to make it work; I didn’t have a CONTINUED >
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choice,” she says. June slept in her sister’s living room
clients, and one particular couple has become the
and bootstrapped herself through college with three
parents June never had.
jobs, not enough sleep, and her long-held promise to better herself.
“They started out as my clients, but they have quickly evolved into so much more,” she details. “I
It’s no doubt that June didn’t have it easy growing
was a single mom when we met and they took me
up, but you’d be hard-pressed to ever hear her com-
in. They practically adopted us – we’re family now.
plain about her upbringing. Her demeanor is marked
They came to my kids’ games and have helped me
by gratitude, and she intentionally focuses on the
so much over the years. I just love them. They’re my
happy memories. June got married, and had two chil-
chosen family.”
dren. Life moved June and her children around, but
At a very young age, June understood the neces-
she kept going forward. June was determined to be a
sity of having a safe, warm place to call home. That
homeowner by the age of 28. She missed that mark
very understanding is what guides her work all
by just seven months, but at 29 she officially made
these years later.
her dream come true.
She and her team help more than 100 families
However, shortly after she purchased her home,
a year find a place to call home. She’s a dedicated
June and her husband divorced. She found herself
member of the Loveland community, and she’s com-
with two young children to support, and she had to
mitted to giving back to the very kinds of people who
sell the house that she worked so hard to purchase. “I
gave so much to her as a child.
was 30 years old at that point and I had to start over. I
“I didn’t have an easy childhood, but I always had
was scared, but I knew I could make it work. I’d done
my siblings. My sisters are my biggest cheerleaders,
this before,” she says. June sold her first home and
and our family is still close,” she details. “Now, I’m at
made it back to northern Colorado.
the point where I can give back.”
With a bit of luck and a whole lot of ingenuity, June
Teachers still have a special place in June’s heart.
found herself working for a real estate investor. She
Without the love and support of her teachers, she
helped him flip houses and sell foreclosures. She was
doesn’t know where she’d be today. Every month,
good, and she had a hunch that she could make a
June’s team gives treats and supplies to teachers at
career out of it. June quickly learned all she could
six area schools. “It makes me so happy to know they
and earned her real estate license; not long after,
have something special,” June says. “If I can make a
she started what’s now known as June’s Team – a
teacher’s day, I know they’ll turn around and make a
powerhouse real estate team that serves buyers and
kid’s day. That’s what matters to me.”
sellers in the region.
June could have a chip on her shoulder for the way
Despite everything she’s been through, June
her life began, but she’s thankful instead. Those early
achieved her dreams. She’s become a very success-
years formed her into the grateful, passionate, and
ful REALTOR® in Greeley, Loveland, and surrounding
vivacious businesswoman she is today.
communities, and she’s still working hard to fulfill the
“I just care. I care about my community, I care
promises she made as a kid. “My sister was my first
about my clients. I want people to know that. I prom-
client and I’ve been able to help many other siblings,
ise to work hard for each of my clients.”
nieces, and nephews buy homes over the years. It’s something I’m so proud of,” June says. June is now remarried and adores her blended family. She has become close with many of her
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THE LEGACY OF THE PROUD AMERICAN VETERANS’ (PAMVETS) FLOURISHING COMMUNITY
IT ALL STARTED IN A BOOTH IN THE WEST EISENHOWER MCDONALD’S THIRTEEN YEARS AGO. World War II veteran Virgil Horton met with other veterans for conversation and camaraderie ARTICLE BRAD HOOPES PHOTOGRAPHY FLOURISH BRANDING PHOTOGRAPHY
over mugs of steaming coffee. As he saw other veterans come into the restaurant, he invited them to join the group. He reiterated his philosophy often: “No veteran should ever sit alone.” Like so many of the Greatest Generation, Virgil has since passed, but his legacy lives at the Loveland Golden Corral. Every Saturday morning a stream of veterans stretches out of Golden Corral’s door and into the parking lot. What started as a core group of five now has anywhere from 100-130 veterans at breakfast each week. They call their group PAMVETS, which stands for Proud American Veterans. The group hypothesizes that 1,000 different veterans have attended a PAMVETS breakfast throughout the years.
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The group likes to keep it casual. Their meetings don’t follow a rigid structure, and there are no appointed leadership positions, dues, or rules other than Virgil’s staple: no veteran sits alone. The breakfast starts with the Pledge of Allegiance, a prayer, birthday and anniversary wishes, the welcoming of newcomers, and a few veteran-oriented announcements. Then it’s off to the chow line! Leading the charge to the food are characters like Dave Landers, George Norton, and Gene Tunbull. That’s because World War II veterans are always called first, followed by Korean, Vietnam, Cold War, and present conflict veterans. Laughter wafts continually throughout the room as stories are shared amongst the different eras, wars, and branches. Throughout the course of breakfast, veterans often discover that they served in the same unit or sailed on the same ship. Now granted, the needle often sits off the scale in the red zone on the Bravo Sierra meter with many of these conversations, but that is part of the fun of it all. Veterans appreciate that they can share common experiences with people who understand. They leave with nourished bellies and souls. The light and easy-going mornings are built upon a heavier foundation of sacrifice, patriotism, honor, and deep respect. It doesn’t matter if a veteran stormed a beach or spent their entire time in the service peeling potatoes. Everyone in the room respects the common bond of service and sacrifice to America. CONTINUED >
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Bart came home and eagerly shared his thoughts with a group
The cornerstone of the Veterans Honoring Veterans
of veterans. They loved the idea and began the process to form
(VHV) organization is the belief that every serviceman and
the non-profit that would become Veteran’s Honoring Veterans.
servicewoman deserves to be honored for their service. VHV
He secured Gary Ricker, a local artist and Vietnam veteran, to
holds a brief ceremony every first and third Saturday at the
manufacture the statues, and VHV was off and running in 2018.
PAMVETS breakfast to honor a handful of veterans. They
The beautiful 12” statues depict each of the different ser-
present a select few (usually 5-8) with a beautiful 12” statue
vice branches, and women veterans receive an eagle statue.
that depicts their respective service branch.
The plaque on the front of the statue lists the person’s name,
VHV is the brainchild of Bart Bartholomew. A number of years
rank, branch, years served, and conflict (if they were in one.) In
ago Bart, a Vietnam Navy veteran and retired state patrolman,
addition to the ceremonies held at PAMVETS, VHV has made
went to a ship reunion. At one of the dinners, a sailor got up and
a number of visits to homebound veterans who are unable to
presented another sailor with a statue. Bart was inspired, so he
travel. To date, VHV has presented approximately 350 statues.
decided to do the same for his hometown veterans.
The waiting list is at least that long, and it’s growing!
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The presentation of these statues give long-withheld recognition to veterans. When considering history, WWII veterans came home and moved on with life without much fanfare. Korean War veterans have been coined The Forgotten Veterans. Many Vietnam veterans were treated shamefully, being spat on and called malicious names when they returned home. Gulf War veterans share a similar reputation with Korean veterans. So, many of them get emotional when they’re actually praised for their service. For some, it is the very first time their service has been acknowledged. PAMVETS meets every Saturday morning at the Golden Corral that’s located off of Highway 34/Eisenhower Blvd at 1360 Sculptor Drive in east Loveland across from Lowe’s. The doors open at 9 a.m., and the cost for the all-you-can-eat style breakfast buffet is $10 plus tip. To learn more about Veterans Honoring Veterans and how you can nominate a veteran for a statue (or help with a much-welcomed tax-deductible donation), you can go to their website: www.veteranshonoringveterans.org, their Facebook page: Facebook.com/ NoCoVHV, or by calling 970- 481-9640. Mention Loveland + South Lifestyle when you donate and they will purchase a statue in support of your donation, up to 50 statues.
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RICH HOW RICH RASMUSSEN FROM TRIPLE R BUILDERS USES HIS ROUNDABOUT CREATIVITY TO HELP PEOPLE BUILD THE HOMES OF THEIR DREAMS
RICH RASMUSSEN DOESN’T LIKE TO BE THE CENTER OF ATTENTION. The general contractor and owner of Triple R Builders prefers to stay out of the limelight; however, it’s hard not to stare when you see ARTICLE AMY HALLAGAN
his one-of-a-kind builds like the recently completed ‘Silo Project.’ Rich was eager to partner with the homeowner’s unique vision of
PHOTOGRAPHY FLOURISH BRANDING PHOTOGRAPHY
joining two side-by-side grain silos to create her dream home. All it took was a bit of curiosity and creativity, and Rich was all in. He relishes the chance to do something that few, if any, have done before. “I don’t follow the crowd. I gravitate towards the ‘one-of-a-kind’ projects. [With the Silo Project] I could envision the finished project, and it was an absolute ‘yes’ for me,” says Rich.
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From the start Rich could taste the sweet satisfaction of accomplishing such a challenging feat. He’s keen on projects that many builders would turn down due to complexity or difficulty. That’s the presiding attribute that differentiates Rich from the crowd - he’s never met a construction challenge he didn’t like. He’s always looking for something interesting or different, and the silo project certainly fits the bill. “This is the signature build of my whole life. I’ve achieved something using what I’ve learned and what God gave me - skills, knowledge, experience, and a drive to work hard,” he says. THE CHALLENGE Rich’s 17 years of building experience layered atop of early work on his family’s farm and his three college degrees have taught him a thing or two about planning, problem solving, and hard work. Those skills were useful in the silo project given the perplexing task of fitting a build to a circular frame.
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“Everything in this project was circular or curved; the walls, kitchen, stairway, ceiling, and more were all custom cut and made to curve,” he says. Hours were spent researching ways in which he could duplicate the exterior of the silo on the interior rounded ceiling. Inspired by a copper canopy at Flatiron Steel in Greeley, he was able to partner with this local supplier to create a one-of-a-kind ceiling. Every obstacle helped him to learn something new, and he even had to defy nature on a few things (such as successfully bending a 2x10 board.) “I would lay awake at night thinking about how to make something work, and God would give me an idea to resolve the obstacle,” he recalls. THE REWARD Rich is deeply thankful for the opportunity to be part of this unique and challenging project. It was gratifying to overcome the dilemmas of this extraordinary, roundabout build. “It’s cool to do something that blows people’s minds!” Rich says. However, satisfaction isn’t the sole motivator for Rich. He’s passionate about using his talents and skills to help people bring their dreams to fruition. 30
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“Together we achieved her dream, and mine as well,” he reflects. “Sometimes people develop a lot of fear around designing the home of their dreams. I try to alleviate their fears and figure out a way to make it happen. It’s not rocket science, it’s achievable.” Rich puts his heart into every project as if it were his own, which gives his customers peace of mind. He considers himself a straight shooter who does what he says he’s going to do. It’s no wonder that his tagline is, “If you can dream it, we can build it.” While there have been times when he felt like he was holding onto a rope and bouncing over the rocks, Rich says, “I always have faith in the provision.” He attributes his success to a lot of prayer and God’s guidance through it all, saying, “God has been driving and directing me my whole life, and I’m thankful for all of it.” Rich Rasmussen Triple R Builders, Inc. 1852 Hillrose Drive, Loveland 970-231-9029 www.TripleRBuilders.net
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SPICING UP YOUR MULE
GATHERING TOGETHER WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS IS WHAT NOVEMBER IS ALL ABOUT. Whether it be a small dinner party or a full-blown Thanksgiving Day celebration, fall-inspired libations are a must! This month, we partner with locally-owned Climb Hard Cider and Kure’s Craft Beverage Co. to bring you a festive mule. Head to Liquor Max Warehouse or World Beverage to pick up your hard apple cider and ginger beer. Cheers! PUMPKIN SPICE MULES Ingredients: + Ice + 4 oz Pumpkin Spice Vodka + 4 oz Climb Hard Apple Cider + 8 oz Kure’s Ginger Beer + Pumpkin spice, garnish + Cinnamon sticks, garnish Serving Size: 2 drinks Directions: + Fill the shaker with ice and combine pumpkin spice vodka, Climb Apple Cider, and Kure's Ginger Beer. Gently shake. + Fill 2 copper mugs with ice. Divide vodka and apple cider between mugs. Top mugs off with ginger beer. + Garnish your mule according to taste with pumpkin spice and a cinnamon stick.
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NOVEMBER
LIFESTYLE CALENDAR
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12, 13
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VETERAN'S DAY CELEBRATION
HOLIDAY OLD VINTAGE MARKET
Wake up at 4 a.m. to hear the ringing
Find one-of-a-kind gifts at the Holiday
of the bells throughout Loveland in
Old Vintage Market featuring the best
35TH ANNIVERSARY MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS WITH CHIP DAVIS
remembrance of the end of World
antique, vintage, salvage, up-cycled,
Come
War I. At 11:11 a.m. the parade will
handmade and artisan food, gifts
magic of Mannheim Steamroller
begin at 4th Street and Railroad
and decor. Shop Friday, November
as they bring their annual holiday
Avenue finishing at Dwayne Webster
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tour to fans throughout northern
Veterans Park for a ceremony and
November 13 from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. at the
Colorado. This Christmas celebra-
keynote speaker. Breakfast and lunch
Ranch Events Complex.
tion concert with Chip Davis is from
Loveland
The Ranch Event Complex
NIGHT ON THE TOWN
celebrate
the
holiday
7:30–9:30 p.m. For more information,
will be served at the Veterans Club.
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The Budweiser Event Center
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visit www.treventscomplex.com.
JAVIER FLORES: LENGUAJE VULGAR The Loveland Museum
20 GRAND OPENING OF BERTHOUD RECREATION CENTER AT WAGGENER FARM PARK
Downtown Loveland
An exciting new exhibit will kickoff
Stroll through downtown Loveland
on November 13 at the Loveland
from 5–9 p.m. to visit your favorite
Museum. Denver artist Javier Flores
restaurants, bars, breweries, bou-
will showcase "Lenguaje Vulgar." His
tique shops, and galleries as they
prints and paintings are personal
From 10 a.m.–8 p.m. come out and
offer specials while hosting art
and public, informed by his reaction
celebrate the grand opening of the
openings and featured events for the
to current socio-political systems.
Berthoud Recreation Center. Bring
evening. For more information, visit
To learn more about this, visit www.
the whole family for a tour, demos,
www.downtownloveland.org.
thelovelandmuseum.org.
as well as prizes, and giveaways. This
Berthoud
beautiful new facility is located at 1000 North Berthoud Parkway, adjacent to the Loveland Reservoir. For more information, visit www.berthoud.org. CONTINUED >
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27, 28
DAN CUMMINS: SYMPHONY OF INSANITY TOUR
LOVELAND TURKEY TROT
THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN TRAIN SHOW
Rialto Theater
The McKee Foundation will be host-
The Rocky Mountain Train Show will
Dan Cummins is one of the most fre-
ing this in-person 5K at 8:30 a.m. at
be steaming into Loveland at The
quently played comics across media
a new location this year, 3930 Byrd
Ranch Events Complex on Saturday
outlets and radio stations. He's been a
Drive in Loveland. All proceeds
and Sunday, November 27 and 28. This
guest on multiple late-night shows, from
will benefit the McKee Wellness
extraordinary show is truly an awe-
Conan to the Tonight Show, and has
Foundation Scholarship Program,
some experience for families and train
made numerous appearances on net-
which means 100% of registration
enthusiasts alike and will showcase
works like Comedy Central. Showtimes
fees will benefit a deserving student
amazing operating layouts, LEGOs,
are 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and tickets
in northern Colorado.
numerous activities for kids, and much
The Ranch Events Complex
Loveland
start at $29. To purchase tickets, visit www.rialtotheatercenter.org.
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DEC 1
THE SOUND OF MUSIC
Candlelight Dinner Playhouse
A CHRISTMAS STORY
The world’s most beloved musical,
Rialto Theater
The Sound of Music, featuring a
BROADWAY'S NEXT HIT MUSICAL
Get into the Christmas spirit by
trove of cherished songs, includ-
The Rialto Theater is thrilled to announce
watching an all time classic movie, A
ing “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “My
that the hit musical, Broadway’s Next
Christmas Story. The movie starts at 7
Favorite Things,” and the title num-
Hit Musical, is coming to Loveland.
p.m. and tickets are $7 per person. Visit
ber, “The Sound of Music,” won the
Master improvisers gather made-up,
www.rialtotheatercenter.org for more
hearts of audiences worldwide,
hit song suggestions from the audience
information and to purchase tickets.
earning five Tony Awards and five
and create a spontaneous evening of
Oscars. This famous musical opens
music, humor, and laughter. This hilari-
on November 26. Visit www.colora-
ous show starts at 7:30 p.m. and tickets
docandlelight.com for show times
start at $39. For more information, visit
and to purchase tickets.
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