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We’re making a change that we hope you’ll support

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R Lisa Downs builds the window displays at the Arvada Library.

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Music lover, reader, display builder About me I live half a mile from the library. I have been an Arvada resident for nine years, but I’ve lived in Colorado all my life. I’ve always loved Arvada, so I made a effort to move here and buy a house when I had the money to.

When I’m not working at the Arvada Library, I’m working on my house — renovating it. And trying to come up with other creative ides to do for the library. I’ve worked for Jeffco Public Libraries for 15 years.

Building window displays at the library The most recent window display I did at the Arvada Library was The Thinker built out of book pages. I SEE DOWNS, P22

eaders are always telling us how much they appreciate the stories we report and emphasizing the importance of what we do — giving them the timely, informative, thorough and, sometimes, surprising stories that help bind a community and make it stronger.

Community media, like the Transcript, has the unique ability to connect residents in this often fast-paced world. That connection makes us relevant in people’s lives.

More often than not, we have the only journalists in the room, which means community members can spend their time living their lives, knowing that their hometown newspaper is on the job, making sure to let them know about what affects them and their neighbors.

A major shift has occurred to our industry — as with many other businesses — because of the internet. The internet is full of opportunities for our advertisers, and we have become a fully integrated marketing services company that includes print advertising and almost any digital marketing solution available. On the readership side, our research indicates that reading us in print is still preferred by most of you. That is great for us, because at the end of the day, your hometown newspaper is brought to you by the advertisers in our printed newspaper. And as usual, I ask you to support them.

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NEWS IN A HURRY LEGO summer camps at Apex A new summer camp series, Engineering with LEGO for ages 5-7 and 8-12 will be at the Apex Field House. Three different oneweek sessions will meet at the field house, 5724 Oak St., Arvada: Super Hero Engineering, Jun. 26-30, Minecraft Engineering, Jul. 31-Aug. 4 and STEM, Jul. 24-28 (intro for ages 5-7, challenge for ages 8-12). Ages 5-7 meet from 9 a.m. to noon, ages 8-12 from 1-4 p.m.

For details and to register, visit apexprd.org.

There will be a free kickoff session, Thursday, June 1 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. to introduce kids to the

activities. Space is limited and preregistration is required; to register, contact Carrie Gomer, 303-467-7138 or carrieg@apexprd.org. Ages 5-12 are welcome.

Arvada Trails Day This year, Trails Day, scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 3, will be held at one location: Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge.

Residents are invited to explore nature, participate in eco-friendly activities, learn about resource conservation and experience some of Arvada’s 150 miles of wonderful hiking, biking and horseback riding trails.

Peck students plant trees On May 12, Peck Elementary School students and City of Arvada Parks staff celebrated 31 years of planting trees together. The students planted 12 trees this year, bringing the number of trees planted in 31 years to 453. The event also marked the 26th year that Arvada has been named Tree City USA. Go fish The Arvada’s Kids Fishing Derby at the Arvada Reservoir is coming up Saturday, June 10. Parks staff and reservoir rangers will be hosting the event, grilling hot dogs & handing out prizes.

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Do You Have a Tenant-Occupied Property? Here’s Some Advice for Selling It

In today’s market, many owners of tenant another. Reviewing your agreement would occupied properties are enjoying higher then be the best first step before moving forward. e ever rental income. That’s great news if you Tenants have rights which may or may not are a professional landlord. affect your immediate plans. In REAL ESTATE reviewing your agreement you But, many landlords own just TODAY one or two properties. As time should be able to determine your goes by, owning and maintainoptions and map out a timeline for ing a condo, townhouse or dewhat you need to do and when. tached single family house genColorado has two types of erating passive income may no leases: “Periodic Tenancy" and longer fit into that owner’s cur“Term Tenancy.” Periodic Tenanrent financial needs or lifestyle. cy (month-to-month) is a rental Aside from the fact that Coloagreement for a one-month period rado property values have gone that is renewed automatically through the roof, there are other each month until terminated by reasons that it may make sense By JIM SMITH, either party. Proper notice for both to sell your rental property. Perlandlord and tenant must be writRealtor® haps you found an opportunity in ten and received by the other another property that presents you with a party at least ten days before the last day of higher cash basis, making your current rental the rental month. However, a written monthproperty ripe for a tax-deferred 1031 ex- to-month lease may specify a longer notice change. Another scenario might be that the period — for example, 30 days or 60 days property was handed down to you but being before the end of the lease term. a landlord is an inconvenience you didn’t If a lease is for a specified period of time expect and don’t want. Currently, one of the with a definite ending date, it is a “Term Tenmore common situations is that the owner is ancy” lease, or a “Definite Term” lease. approaching retirement or is retired and is When the lease expires, the tenant must looking to ease up on various responsibili- either renegotiate a new lease or stay on as ties, including being a landlord. a month-to-month tenant, but only with the These are just a few reasons that owners landlord’s express consent. Neither the landof tenant-occupied properties may want to lord nor the tenant needs to give notice of reassess their portfolio in relationship to their termination at the end of a term lease unless current circumstances. the lease requires such notice.

Determining the right time to sell the propFor leases of one year or longer, state law erty is one thing. Dealing with your tenants, requires 91 days’ notice of termination of the their rights and the lease you executed is lease. It’s shorter for leases under one year.

Price Reduced on 2.3-Acre Golden Horse Property This home at 17130 W. 53rd Ave. sits on the east$875,000 ern slope of North Table Mountain, a couple miles from downtown Golden and with views of downtown Denver. It’s a working horse property with a 36’x40’ horse barn (5 stalls plus tack room), fenced yards and pasture, three outside paddocks and a round pen. It is zoned A-2, which allows for unlimited horses, although you could, of course, just buy this 5bedrooom, 3-bath, 4,204-SF home for its great location and finishes, which include 10 skylights, Talavera tiles, and Italian ceramic tile floors, plus a finished walk-out basement. It’s on public water but has its own septic system. Enjoy country life only 20 minutes from downtown Denver, and easy access to light rails and I-70. Extensive mountain bike trails are right out your door, and the lower trail along an irrigation ditch is perfect for hikes and horseback riding. Not into horses? The barn with its concrete floor could be converted to a great second garage. See video tour at www.JeffcoHorseProperties.com. Open Sat., May 27, 1-3 pm.

If you have decided that the time is right to sell your rental property it may be in your best financial interest just to hang on and wait for the lease to expire or terminate the rental agreement as allowed by state law.

Denver metro area property values are still appreciating, so your equity is increasing as you wait it out. Also, having the opportunity to inspect, repair, repaint and freshen up your property before listing it for sale should pay dividends. This can reduce the stigma of buying a former rental. If you list your property with Golden Real Estate, not only will you receive a free staging consultation to make your property show its best, you also get free use of one of our moving trucks. The overall advantage is that you should expect to get more for the property than if it was still tenant occupied. Also, more prospective buyers could view the vacant property, increasing the possibility of a faster sale.

The other approach would be to enlist the help of the tenants through enticements and bonuses for their willing participation in helping you sell your property faster and possibly avoiding any loss of potential equity. Certain previously mentioned scenarios may call for speeding up the date you need to sell, including a possible loss of a desired 1031

exchange opportunity. Selling the property might also put you in a position to purchase a home that just came on the market.

Gaining the cooperation of the current tenant is critical when putting a rental property on the market. First, I arrange to meet with the tenant and find out if they want to stay, while also assessing how they maintain the unit. They are likely concerned about whether the home will be sold to an owneroccupant and they’d be forced to move. If they want to stay, I tell them we have priced the home with the intention of getting multiple offers, and I’ll do my best to have the winning bidder be an investor who likes the idea of a tenant in place. I also offer free use of our moving truck if they do have to move. Hopefully these promises inspire them to be cooperative during what we hope will a short listing and showing period. Our intention is to make it a win-win solution for the seller, the buyer and the tenant.

Andrew Lesko, a broker associate at Golden Real Estate, assisted me with the research for this article. You can reach Andrew at (720) 550-2064 or by email at Andrew @GoldenRealEstate.com He’s our condo & townhome specialist. He has his own website at www.GoldenLifestyleProperties.com

Just Listed: 1901 Home in Historic Downtown Golden This home at 1418 Ford Street is in the East $475,000 Street Historic District and has some history of its own. Just climb down the narrow stairs to its cellar and admire its brick and stone foundation! The lot extends from Ford Street to Jackson Street, across the running stream called Kinney Run, which is mostly under Jackson Street except for this one location. (A portion of this lot is in the flood plain.) Residential Property, but Whether you love restoring historic homes or feel Zoned Commercial the location is more suitable for development, visit this home’s custom website at www.

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AHS Class of 2017 celebrated

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he Bulldogs honored the hard work of a new batch of graduates on May 19, as the Class of 2017 were handed their diplomas and sent out into the wider world. The ceremony, held in the Bellco Theatre in Denver, filled the stage with the crimson graduation robes of the graduates, while hundreds of family and friends filled the seats.

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Pomona grads poised to change the world

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rianna Makumbi told her fellow Pomona High School graduated not to forget that they are powerful, their voice can be heard and that their journey isn’t over. She told them that they can change the world and give it a new definition.

Makumbi was one of over 300 Pomona seniors to graduate May 18 at the 1st Bank Center in Broomfield.

At the graduation ceremony, Principal Andy Geise recognized class Valedictorian Jaeda Roberts, who will be attending the University of Chicago next year to study molecular engineering with $297,000 in scholarships. He also recognized Salutatorians, Quincy Smith and Haley Huser, who have earned $95,000 and $28,500 in scholarship dollars.

As a senior class, Pomona graduates have earned over $3 million in scholarships.

PHOTOS BY SHANNA FORTIER

Jordan King was one of over 300 Pomona High seniors to graduate May 18 at the 1st Bank Center in Broomfield.

Brianna Makumbi delivered the Senior Class Poem at the graduation ceremony.

Aria Low is one of 26 Pomona graduates who participated in the school’s Arts and Humanities program.

Issac Lopez grins as he walks into the Pomona High graduation May 18. Is is one of several Pomona graduates who earned scholarship money this year.

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A-West Graduation: Class of 2017

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rvada West High School graduate and student speaker Ashley Rizzuto told her peers to fill their minds and not to take their ideas for granted.

“Knowledge is the single thing that no one can take from you,” she said. “Fill your soul with anything you’re passionate about because that’s where your creativity will flourish.”

Rizzuto is one of the 369 Wildcat graduates who received their diplomas May 19 at the 1st Bank Center in Broomfield.

At the ceremony, six valedictorians were recognized: Aysha Asueva, Garrett Charles, Brendan Patterson, Alexander Roush, Miranda Schiffbauer and Bryan Suchey.

Together, the graduating class at Arvada West High School earned more than $4 million in scholarships.

— Photos by Shanna Fortier

Matt Walsh presents a diploma to Arvada West graduate Nikayla Larson.

Tyler Norris was one of 369 Arvada West seniors who graduates May 19 at the 1st Bank Center in Broomfield.

Sophia Capello graduated in the top 10 percent of her class at Arvada West High School.

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‘We’ve been through storms, but we did it together’ Ralston Valley Class of 2017 graduates

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n their four years at Ralston Valley High School, the graduating class of 2017 made a big impact on the school’s teachers, staff, and community at large.

But on May 19, it was time for the students to move onto the next stage of their lives.

“The sun is clearing on our future,” said Alexandria Keller, senior class president, during the ceremony at the Coors Event Center.

“We’ve been through storms, but we did it together. As a family. As a community.”

During the ceremony, Principal Gavin Goodrich said the class of 2017 has some of the highest ACT and SAT scores, as well as number of Advanced Placement scholars, that the school’s ever had. As a reflection of that, this year’s students received

nearly $13 million in scholarships.

In addition to scholars and athletes, Goodrich also honored the school’s many artists and creatives.

“You are more than ready to take what comes your way,” he said. “The world needs what you have and what you are.”

Biology teacher Shane Freehling gave students a couple “mini lessons” on the brain and heart, and using both to make choices in life.

In her address to her classmates, Nicole Verderosa delivered a simple, but powerful statement on finding strength in who they are.

“You are awesome, and you should take identity in that,” she said. “Instead of taking identity in what you do, take it in the real you, the authentic you. And as we take that next step, let us never forget how simply and purely awesome we are.”

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Ralston Valley High School seniors make their way to their seats to “Pomp and Circumstance.”

Ralston Valley’s student body president Elizabeth Jones and her family celebrate after the graduation ceremony at the Coors Events Center.

Jim Hynes, Ralston Valley High School’s assistant principal and athletic director, presents valedictorian Amanda Tran with her diploma at the school’s graduation.

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How did it feel being back at the Capitol?

It was really exciting. I enjoy being a legislator. I enjoy learning new things. I enjoy interacting with lots of different people and I really enjoy trying to solve community problems and address issues that are really important to people. I had a blast.

What are you proud of accomplishing this session?

As a whole, I’m really glad that we were able to pass the reclassification of the hospital provider fee. It was a really tough negotiation with lots of different stakeholders with different interests and philosophies. So, at the end of the session to be able to pass that bill because it was so significant — it helped prevent major cuts to hospitals and in particular rural hospitals that would have probably ended up closing because they wouldn’t have been able to absorb those costs. Also I think reclassifying the hospital provider fee has been on the agenda for a while now, so to finally accomplish that with bipartisan support, I think was really significant.

The second thing I’m really pleased about is that we were able to finally chip away at the construction defects reform. The compromise bill that came out of the House — 1279 — I think is a good first step. One of the issues I heard going door to door every single day was housing; and cost of housing; and not being able to afford housing; or having to still live with their parents; and older couples looking to retire.

I heard that repeatedly. Finally, taking a positive step in regards to construction defects. While it won’t solve our housing problems, I think it will help make a dent in the first classification of housing — which are condos. These are first-time home buyers or young families

first getting started and single individuals.

The way that I heard it explained to me is that when you think about the ladder of home ownership, if the first rung is missing on that ladder, it’s going to be very difficult getting up.

I feel its very gratifying that we were able to make a step in that direction. Especially since this is an issue that I’ve been dealing with since my days on (the Arvada) city council. It’s come up every single year.

It was pretty significant to make that first step.

Let’s talk about some legislative wins.

I had a couple of legislative wins that were exciting. One was the bill that we (signed) May 18, STEM education — it’s an endorsement on a high school diploma that really signals to colleges, universities and the workforce that this high school graduate is proficient at an extremely high standard in the STEM areas. We’re really excited about it because we think it will raise the bar for STEM education in Colorado so that we’re not just a bunch of talk, but walking the walk as well.

Also, the seal of biliteracy bill, which passed earlier this year, the governor will do a mock signing at Foster Elementary. Our new superintendent, Dr. Jason Glass ... I was reading an article today in Chalkbeat about his views on education and what he’s most excited about and he specifically mentioned how back in Eagle they implemented the seal of biliteracy.

And now that it’s a state law he can get the program off the ground here in Jeffco.

What are you disappointed about?

The biggest disappointment for me was that were not able to address transportation issues.

Next to housing, transportation is the second thing that I heard most about.

There was a bill, House Bill 1242 — that was sponsored in a bipartisan manner by leadership in both the House and the Senate.

And it was a bill that was heavily vetted by lots of stakeholders from across the state that accomplished what I felt was really important to accomplish in a measure that you’re going to be referring to the voters.

There were four policy goals around transportation.

The first was that we needed to have a new sustainable revenue source. With $9 billion worth of transportation needs, this is not something you can do with existing resources. So, referring a measure to the voters for a very modest half-cent tax increase would have provided that.

The bill also was statewide, which was really important that we SEE Q&A, P20

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Jeffco School Board confirms Glass as superintendent July 1 will be start date after unanimous vote

BY SHANNA FORTIER SFORTIER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Dr. Jason Glass will be the next superintendent of Jefferson County Public Schools per a unanimous vote of approval by the Jeffco Board of Education on May 16.

“I am tremendously honored and humbled to be the superintendent of Jeffco Public Schools,” Glass said to a full boardroom after his appointment Tuesday night. “As we now look to our future, we must focus on uniting our community behind a shared, positive, and student-centered vision. Our real and relentless enemies are ignorance and poverty — and they reign wherever division and ambiguity are present.”

Glass said that in the coming days, months and years he will call on each member of the community to stand behind Jeffco’s schools.

“As your superintendent I pledge to listen, and more importantly, to hear from all voices in the community — and you can count on me to boldly act in the best interest of our children,” Glass continued. “I am grateful for the board of education’s confidence, and I am ready to get to work.”

Glass’ three-year contract will begin in Jeffco on July 1 with a base salary of $265,000. Glass’

contract also outlines a contribution to a taxsheltered annuity plan or plans in the amount equal to 7 percent of the superintendent’s annual salary. Contributions to the plan or plans will begin on July 31 and will be made on a monthly basis, according to the signed contract.

Previous Jeffco Superintendent Dan McMinimee had a base salary of $220,000 with up to an additional $40,000 of performance pay bonuses.

The Jeffco School Board decided on Jan. 12 not to renew McMinimee’s Glass contract, which was to expire in July.

They launched a nationwide search conducted by hiring firm Ray & Associates Inc. in February.

In March, McMinimee stepped down from his position as active superintendent of Jeffco Schools and took on an advisory position. He announced in April that he had accepted the superintendent position with the New America School charter network in the Denver metro area. He starts that job July 1.

Glass, current superintendent of Eagle County Schools, was named by the Jeffco School Board as the sole finalist for the position as head of Jeffco Schools at a special meeting held May 1.

Forty-five Jeffco community members spoke at at the May 16 special meeting in support of hiring Glass.

“We are very excited and pleased with your choice,” Ami Prichard, president of the Jeffco

PTA told the board during public comment. “We look forward to building a strong, collaborative learning community.”

Before leading the 7,000-student Eagle County school district, Glass was Iowa’s director of education, serving as the state’s chief state school officer. He has also worked as Eagle County Schools’ director of research and assessment, as vice president of quality ratings with Qualistar Early Learning, held several posts with the Colorado Department of Education and worked as a university instructor and high school teacher in Kentucky.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and two master’s degrees from the University of Kentucky in education and political science. He has a doctorate in education from Seton Hall University in New Jersey.

“Dr. Glass has already begun to generate optimism and excitement in our schools,” said Board President Ron Mitchell. “He is truly an inspirational leader and all of us are looking forward to working with him in the future. I hope our entire community will come together and work collectively with Dr. Glass to help Jeffco Schools realize our vision to become one of the best school districts in the country. Our 86,000 students deserve nothing less from each of us. Together we can make our vision a reality.”

A welcome reception for Glass is scheduled from 4-6 p.m. June 8 at Lakewood High School.

The community is invited to attend.

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VOICES Sometimes more than a gentle nudge is needed to help kids grow

HITTING HOME

Michael Alcorn

“Change happens when the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of change.”— Tony Robbins Dealing with children, “change” is part and parcel of what we do. As parents, trying to get our children to become productive, civilized members of society is the goal. As teachers, trying to get students to overcome their innate inertness and shed their ignorance is the goal.

And, as a coach, trying to get kids to discipline their energies to work together to accomplish more than they can on their own is the goal.

The question, and my great struggle in all three roles, is what sort of pain can I leverage to accomplish any of the above goals.

Of course, I’m not talking about inflicting

actual, physical pain. We’re not allowed to do that any more. No, in these wiser, more enlightened days, we have to create other kinds of pain.

Every parent knows how “painful” it is for a child to have privileges taken away from them.

The hope is that missing out on something fun creates a mental file folder for the child that reminds them to change. And if you really want to hear a child wail as if you were delivering a Marquis de Sade-like punishment, take their phone away from them. You can practically hear the strains of a Dies Irae playing.

My fellow musician — and noted author — Jim Fay would tell you that the only kind of pain that works is the pain of a natural consequence. That the “loving and logical” approach

is to have the fortitude, as a parent/teacher/ coach to NOT get involved and let the child learn from what happens to them, or, at the very least, to make sure that your involvement is only so much as to deliver that “painful” consequence.

Other kinds of pain in the arsenal are a little bit down the ladder. There’s yelling. And I’m not even talking about some sort of prolonged, inyour-face tirade—just a short, pointed statement is usually enough. Sometimes, raising your voice gets a kid’s attention and makes a point with a certain punctuation. There is also the brutally honest assessment, which absolutely terrifies some kids. A step down, even from that, SEE ALCORN, P13

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Struggling alone, I finally asked for help

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s I write this, I’m sitting in an Indian restaurant taking advantage of the last day of a Groupon deal I bought last year. Looking around, I see couples, friends, and multi-generational families chatting, laughing, and enjoying breaking naan together.

Sitting alone at my computer, I could feel lonely, but I feel strangely connected to this “dining community.” Why? Maybe because I’ve recently had an incredible lesson in my personal life that has dramatically proven the bond of my tribe around me.

As I termed out of office at the beginning of January, I was excited to find a consulting contract that could start right away.

How lucky was I to have the connections to make that happen? But soon, I would find out that the work would be postponed and postponed and… postponed. Four months

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later, still waiting to start the project, I had somehow managed to live off the reward points of my maxed-out credit cards, coupons, health expense reimbursements, dinners at friends occasionally, hors d’oeuvres at events I’d be invited to, and my daughter’s help with groceries. So essentially, since January, I’ve lived Linda Newell off of $400 income.

Finally realizing this contract may still not start for a while, I started looking for other work, but by now, it was too late. I had already SEE NEWELL P13

Start small on helping the Earth While reading Andrea Doray’s article “Earth Day is Every Day” I realized how much we do not care about the environment. I agree that the things you can do and the things I can do don’t make a huge difference in the long run, however, I do think that trying to become more environmental friendly will help in small places. The amount of plastic that an average American buys is outrageous, there is 300 million tons of plastic produced each year and only 10 percent of that is recycled.

I personally think that recycling is the beginning of becoming more environmentally friendly, however, I know, as do you that not everyone will get on this bandwagon. I do, however, think that if even a small amount of people start to recycle it will make a difference, even if it is small.

Kadyn Thorpe, Thornton Column got preachey While the column, “Earth Day is Every Day” by Andrea Doray did bring attention to the fact she could help preserve the Earth, it failed to explain why it is important for others to do the same. I found that I was left disappointed that Doray turned the ideas of preserving the Earth for future generations into a personal narrative about what she was doing in her own life. This article is meant to show that people are not aware

that the things they are doing could possibly be detrimental to the Earth, but soon sounded more like Doray was preaching rather than informing.

She then claims that Scott Pruitt is not qualified to lead the Environmental Protection Agency, by stating that he is “hardly a protector”, portraying him in a negative way.

However he is very skeptical about the climate changes and is doing what he can to preserve the Earth.

By stating this, Doray is further contradicting her own beliefs, as Scott Pruitt is fighting for the same things she is.

Emma McAnally, Thornton Yes to transparency While reading your article “Not so Transparent at Jeffco School board,” I completely agree with the outrage over the lack of information that the public receives regarding the choice of the superintendent of Jefferson County Public Schools.

As a member of a family that has been a contributing member of Adams 12 Five Star Schools since 2001, I would hope that they would share who is considered for such a large position so the public has a chance to form their opinion and object or agree with potential candidates.

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dent candidates become the norm, as that will help the community support for school districts and increased confidence in school board decision making.

Jake Paschke, Northglenn Every month is for mentoring As a mentor to middle school girls, I support mentorship programs in Colorado and the statement that being a mentor helps the volunteer to feel better about themselves as well as better about the community because they are giving back. Mentors will always be in high demand and publicizing this fact will increase the amount of people willing to mentor others and help them to successfully manage their life.

Andrea Doray is correct in her statement that mentors have a symbiotic relationship with their mentees, a relationship in which both sides profit from the interaction. I disagree with the fact that only May is the mentor month because all months should advertise different opportunities to mentor. Mentoring is not an activity for a single month but a rewarding commitment to help others plow through the rough times with a built in support system. Thank you for publishing this article.

Taelor Schnurbusch, Thornton

Whine time Donald Trump says “with great surety” that no politician “in history” has been treated “worse or more unfairly” than him. That’s the Donald, all right, always at the top of any list. This man, born of wealth and privilege, has spent ,his life running his family business and making himself richer — the king of his private domain. He is not accustomed to accountability or criticism. Now he is president and the heat is getting to him.

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spiraled down.

Perhaps you’re thinking, “Why didn’t she have a savings account?” or “How could she let herself get so low?” Or maybe your thoughts are more like, “Finally, someone who lives like me” or “Yup, been there before.” But recently, I had to re-learn at a deeper level, that any thought or judgment you may have about me, is just that — your thought. I could go into defense and explain that living on a legislator salary of about $2 to $4 dollars an hour over a period of eight years doesn’t allow you to put anything in a savings account or blah, blah, blah. Or I could feel guilt about having the privilege of even having a credit card. But neither of those were my lessons I needed to understand this time.

Last week, not being able to pay my mortgage, bills or groceries, I knew I needed to reach out, but was too full of shame for not being self-sufficient and fear that I would be judged. But after days of trying to negotiate my bills and nights of little sleep, I finally swallowed my pride, explained my situation on

Among many other important things he apparently did not know when he assumed the job, is that no job in the world is more a focus of piercing spotlights.

So now his kitchen is too hot and he is whining about it.

This from the man who loved to dish it out against his rivals on the campaign trail, regardless of truth of the matter.

Indeed, he is still dishing it out against Obama and Clinton, and routinely goes after news organizations, judges, legislators, his staff, actors, even private citizens who stand in his way, criticize him, or call him out on his lies and exaggerations.

David Brooks says Trump is not really a populist or a corporatist, but an “infantalist.” Too right. The grievous unfairness here is not how Trump is being treated, but how he has mistreated the dignity, gravity, and power of his office.

Peter F. Munger, Arvada More Jeffco transparency Your principled editorial ‘Not so transparent at Jefferson County school board’ was like a cool drink of water to a person in a desert setting who was expiring for lack of it. In 2013 the Jefferson County electorate identified the lack of scholastic improvement within the system called for a change in board philosophy. The electorate’s wishes were not realized due to prior boards’ entrenched biases prevailing, resulting in recall of three Board members. As was evidenced in letters to the editor during the recall effort, some recall proponents conducted themselves in other than an honorable fashion during that activity.

Their actions during the two years the electorate’s wishes were being pursued lacked honor as well. The electorate’s recognition of this fact may well have influenced the negative response to 3A and 3B. Greater transparency from 20132015 would have enabled the electorate to better weather that stormy period.

Larry Harrison, Lakewood

Facebook, and asked for help. Instead of judgment, I immediately received ideas, leads, prayers and kudos for being so nakedly honest. Within a few short days, with the loving and generous help of my tribe, I’ll now be able to stay in my home, manage my bills, and most likely, secure work by next week.

Obviously, I needed to remember to walk through my fear, ask for help and receive the gifts of community around me.

Now, although alone at this table, I am deeply grateful once again that I am also enveloped by a loving and nurturing community around me. So if you are experiencing fear, shame or guilt about something and suffering alone, reach out and ask for help. And if you feel you have no tribe to turn to, ask your neighbor, your grocer, your county or state officials. The support may shock you. You are never alone.

Linda Newell, a Littleton resident, is termed out as the state Senator of Senate District 26 and is now educating people on how to understand and influence their government. She may be reached at Senlindanewell@gmail.com, www.lindanewell.org, www.senlindanewell.com, @sennewell on Twitter, Senator Linda Newell or @TheLastBill on Facebook.

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would be the classic “stern look.” It works on some children — my children tell me I have an expression that is quite scary.

Doesn’t seem to have scared off the boyfriends, though.

I know there are people out there who are thinking that this should be a moot point, that a child who needs correction should be pulled aside and calmly, rationally, in completely non-offensive and de-escalating terms, have the error of their ways explained to them and politely asked to return to the established norms of behavior.

Uh-huh.

The problem I run in to is one of urgency: sometimes, there’s just not enough time to calmly make my point; sometimes, I need to get my kid’s attention before they get themselves into danger; sometimes, the need to rein a kid in quickly is more important than proper technique, and getting their

attention may require more than one quick word.

Or, so I tell myself.

I try to remind myself, when I see parents in the store at the end of their ropes, of what a challenge it is for me, too. I marvel at my fellow teachers who have such a relationship with kids that they never seem to have to escalate at all. And I remember fondly coaches who were endlessly patient and calm.

But I also remember there were times in my life when I needed much more than a gentle nudge, and I also remember that even Jesus Christ lost his temper in the temple.

Dealing with kids is a challenge, and I fail more than I succeed. My best hope is that all the kids I deal with come, in time, to understand that whatever “pain” I may have resorted to is just about inducing change. Nothing personal — just the job, as it were.

Michael Alcorn is a teacher and writer who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. His novels are available at MichaelJAlcorn.com

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Arvada honors fallen officers STAFF REPORT

In recognition of National Law Enforcement Week, May 15 -20, the Arvada Police Department Honor Guard along with more than 100 officers, elected officials and citizens paid tribute to their fallen colleagues with an honor watch and wreath presentation on Thursday, May 18 at City Hall.

The ceremony was held in remembrance of W. Michael Northey and Robert Beghtol, two Arvada Police Officers who were killed in the line of duty.

Northey was killed after being struck by a car while making an arrest in 1979.

Shortly after his death, the W. Michael Northey Foundation was established to assist officers in need and provide scholarships to students in Arvada pursuing a degree in higher education.

Beghtol died in 1961 during Scuba Diving Unit practice at the lake near 60th and Tennyson. The Arvada Police training facility is named in his honor — the Beghtol Building.

National Law Enforcement Week was established in 1962, when President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation which designated May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which that date falls as Police Week.

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Deadly past keeps Rocky Flats future uncertain Plan to open area as wildlife refuge draws lawsuit and protest

BY GLENN WALLACE GWALLACE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

What would usually be met with broad community support — the opening of a wildlife refuge on the outskirts of a sprawling metro area, was instead met with protests and a lawsuit last week.

The protests happened on May 15, as sign-carrying protesters spoke out during a community meeting hosted by the US Fish and Wildlife Service to discuss the safety of the federal plan to open the refuge to the public by the spring of 2018.

The lawsuit — filed two days later — alleges the planned construction of trails and a multi-use visitor’s center on Rocky Flats land violates the National Environmental Policy Act. A spokesman for US Fish and Wildlife said the agency declined to comment on pending litigation.

Rocky Flats Right To Know, Candelas Glows, the Rocky Flats Neighborhood Association and Environmental Information Network are among the signees.

The story of Rocky Flats has never

‘I accept the science that is presented both by the Department of Energy and the Colorado Department of Public Health.’

Mark McGoff, Arvada city councilman been a simple one.

The land, which for decades was a small city of activity that housed 10,000 workers, was one of the nation’s largest Cold War nuclear weapons facilities, producing plutonium triggers.

After a series of contamination accidents and federal investigations, the facility was closed down in the early 1990’s, and the buildings torn down.

The core 1,200-acre portion of the property dubbed the Central Operable Unit, where the worst of the industrial and radioactive material contamination occurred is an active Superfund cleanup site that will remain off-limits to the public.

The surrounding 5,000 acres comprise the wildlife refuge, which is scheduled to open in the spring of 2018, though Ryan Moehring, a spokesman for the US Fish and Wildlife Service said that the building design, and layout of roughly 20 miles of trail were

still in the planning phase. He said the agency did not have a date for the start of construction.

Arvada City Councilman Mark McGoff, who also serves as his city’s representative on the Rocky Flats Stewardship Council, said by phone that federal law has already established the land’s wildlife refuge status, and mandated that public access be established.

“I accept the science that is presented both by the Department of Energy and the Colorado Department of Public Health,” McGoff said. “When the refuge is open to the public, I personally won’t have any hesitation about going for a walk out in that area.”

The Department of Energy’s estimates say the average visitor to the refuge would be exposed to a radiation dose equaled to about one-eighth that of a medical X-ray.

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“The fires, the accidents, the containment leaks ... the history speaks for itself that it shouldn’t be messed with,” Hansen said.

Though her group is not a part of the lawsuit, she said she supports the effort.

Environmental groups aren’t waiting for the refuge to open, to find new ways to oppose public use of the land.

The Arvada resident’s group Rocky Flats Right To Know has petitioned the Jefferson County School District to issue a resolution banning any school field trips to the wildlife refuge, citing potential radiation exposure. Boulder’s school district made a similar resolution in March.

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‘We’re just as normal as everybody else’ Despite rise in discrimination, Islamic community sees surge of support

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He explains aspects of the Islamic faith — the names of the five daily prayers, why shoes aren’t allowed in the mosque, the reason some Muslim women wear head coverings.

As he concludes, he tells the Highlands Ranch students that Islam is a religion of peace.

Then he bids them farewell.

“I pray for the healing of America,” he says. “I love you all.”

‘Fear of the unknown’ The field trip is part of the mosque’s outreach programs to educate communities about what Islam is — and what it isn’t.

Iman Jodeh, the mosque’s spokeswoman who coordinates the programs, jokingly calls the presentations “Islam 101.”

“I dispel a lot of myths,” she said. “I keep it simple but educate people.”

Misconceptions about Islam, such as the subJodeh jugation of women and desire for a holy war with people of other faiths, are constant topics for Jodeh.

“Those views are nowhere in the religion,” she says, adding that reports of terrorism in the news amplify fear of the Islamic community.

That fear has led to a rise in antiIslamic sentiment and hate crimes against Muslims across the United States and in the metro Denver community, law enforcement officials and community leaders say.

In the metro area, mosques are receiving threatening phone calls.

Members report their children being asked if they carry bombs to school in their backpacks. In February, someone threw a rock through a window at the Colorado Muslim Society mosque.

The center recently began self-defense classes for female members.

After the Orlando nightclub shooting last June, a gang of bikers rode its motorcycles from a local bar to the

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Imam Shafi Abdulaziz addresses a group of students from Mountain Ridge Middle School during their field trip to the Masjid Abu Bakr, a mosque inside the Colorado Muslim Society building on Parker Road. Students from several area schoools have toured the facility to learn about — and dispel myths about — the Islamic faith.

TOM SKELLEY parking lot of the Metro North Denver Islamic Center in Northglenn, revving engines and yelling slurs, according to Imam ShemsAdeen Ben-Masaud.

Some of the men flipped their middle fingers at security cameras.

Women in the group flashed their breasts.

A few months ago, a self-appointed “neighborhood watch” group came to the center. They were invited inside and given tea and cookies, only to leave and make misleading, hateful Facebook posts.

“There’s a lot of fear of the Islamic faith,” said Ben-Masaud, a native Coloradan born and raised in Aurora.

“A lot of it comes from fear of the unknown.”

A noticeable uptick Local officials and community leaders blame much of the increase in anti-Islamic sentiment and incidents on Donald Trump’s presidential campaign rhetoric that broadly painted Muslims as violent extremists.

Federal courts in Washington state and Hawaii are weighing the constitutionality of his controversial travel ban, an executive order that would bar citizens from six predominantly Muslim countries from entering the U.S. Data backs up what Jodeh and others in the Islamic community are feeling, said Robert Troyer, acting U.S. Attorney for the District of Colorado.

TO LEARN MORE Colorado Muslim Society 2071 S. Parker Road, Denver 303-696-9800 coloradomuslimsociety.org The center hosts open houses the second Sunday of every month from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. and offers tours upon request.

Visitors are also welcome to observe daily prayers. Call or email nelsayadcms@gmail. com to reserve a time.

For more information on cooking classes, tours or other programs offered by Meet the Middle East, go to facebook. com/MeetTheMiddleEastUS or info@ meetthemiddleeast.

Islamic Center of Golden 619 19th St., Golden 720-989-1888 icgolden.org “There has been an uptick (of hate crimes against Muslims) since Nov. 8,” said Troyer, who took the call from Ben-Masaud reporting the bikers’ harassment. “To say there was a noticeable uptick after the election is factual.”

Data from the FBI showed a 67 percent increase in hate crimes against Muslims in the United States in 2015, the latest year statistics are available. A total of 257 incidents were called in to police — more may

The center offers tours upon request. Call or email tour@icgolden.org to reserve a time.

Metro Denver North Islamic Center 11141 Irma Drive, Northglenn 303-920-0252 masjidikhlas.org The center hosts open houses the first Saturday of every month, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Rocky Mountain Islamic Center 8054 West Jewell Ave., Lakewood 720-989-1463 lakewoodmasjid.com Tours are available and Friday prayers are open to the public to observe. Call to reserve a time.

Mile High Islamic Center 3550 North Sheridan Blvd., Denver 720-505-8270 bekcc.org have gone unreported.

The top two concerns that Troyer responds to from Muslims in the metro area focus on immigration and travel.

Third and fourth are reports of Muslim children being bullied at school and acts of vandalism and intimidation against local mosques.

Another area mosque, the Mile High Islamic Center in northwest Denver, was recently spray-painted.

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Community president Nihad Poljakovic believes it was “probably young kids who didn’t know what to do with their time.”

But he and most of the mosque’s members know fear too well to forget it.

They came to the U.S. in the 1990s to escape the Bosnian genocide. After Bosnia-Herzegovina declared independence Poljakovic from Yugoslavia in 1992, Bosnian Serb forces persecuted and killed some 80,000 Bosnian Muslims.

Rhetoric that labels Muslims as terrorists and enemies causes painful memories and a nagging anxiety for the Denver refugees.

“When someone even remotely points toward that direction, we get scared,” Poljakovic said. “Every one of us is in a defensive position.”

Troyer’s department, a subdivision of the United States Department of Justice, works to build trust with the Islamic community. He wants members to know that if they call him — or the police — help will come.

“Criminal predators … think the cops aren’t paying attention,” he said. “When a cop does show up (to investigate complaints) that can change the conduct.”

Imam ShemsAdeen Ben-Masaud attaches letters of support and encouragement to a bulletin board inside the Metro Denver North Islamic Center in Northglenn. BenMasaud says his mission is to reach out to people insulated by their surroundings and beliefs, not just the ones already sympathetic to minorities.

PHOTOS BY TOM SKELLEY Embracing the situation Despite rising hate crime rates and heightened anxiety, Ben-Masaud, Poljakovic and Jodeh all look past current trends to envision a more inclusive future. They are grateful they live in Colorado, with its accepting and diverse population.

Bulletin boards in each of their mosques are covered with letters of support. At Mile High, neighbors have sent flowers and called with supportive messages.

WHAT DO MUSLIMS BELIEVE? The Islamic faith goes back to the seventh century A.D., founded on the belief in the oneness of God, or Allah. They revere the Prophet Mohammed as the final of God’s prophets and follow teachings written in the Islamic holy text, the Quran.

There are five core principles, or “Pillars,” of the Islamic faith laid out in the Quran.

Paraphrased, they are: 1. Belief in one true God or “Allah” 2. Establishment of five daily prayers 3. Concern for and giving charity to the needy 4. Self-purification through fasting 5. The pilgrimage, or “hajj,” to Mecca for those who are able Basic Islamic beliefs and terms frequently mentioned, and sometimes misinterpreted, include: • Jihad: Iman Jodeh, spokeswoman for the Colorado Muslim Society, said the term “jihad,” which translates directly as “struggle,” is widely misconstrued to mean “holy war.”

She describes jihad as a personal struggle to be the best one can be.

“Everyone has a jihad,” Jodeh said. “It means being a good person, being a good Muslim, being a good neighbor … My jihad is to make sure people really understand what it means to be a Muslim.”

• Women’s rights: Both Jodeh and Imam ShemsAdeen Ben-Masaud agreed that Islam teaches that God created men and women equally, and they should be treated accordingly. Jodeh said extremist sects that don’t allow women to drive or vote are perverting true beliefs to suit their politics.

“That’s where culture has trumped the religion,” she said. “In the eyes of God, women are created equal to men.”

• Hijab: The term can refer to the head coverings many Muslim women wear to observe the principle of modesty, or to the principle itself. Men are also commanded to avert their glances at women’s bodies. Devout

Muslim women wear the hijab in front of men not in their immediate family, but are not required to wear them around their brothers, fathers, husbands, children or each other.

Muslim women, Jodeh included, do not always wear the hijab in public.

“It’s a personal choice,” Ben-Masaud said.

“It’s an act of devotion, everybody’s in different levels.”

• Jesus: Islam teaches that Jesus was the son of Mary in a virgin birth, and that he performed miracles like raising people from the dead and healing the sick. Muslims, like Jews, revere Jesus as a prophet, just as they do Moses, Abraham and other prophets esteemed in Christianity, but do not worship Jesus as the son of God. • Shariah law: Though it includes a framework for societal constructs, Shariah is a societal and personal understanding, not a penal code. Shariah dictates Muslims abide by the laws of whichever country they live in, therefore American Muslims are bound to abide by the Constitution.

Emad Mohammad, who has a doctorate in religion from Exeter University in the United Kingdom, said many associate Shariah with violence and oppression because extremists subvert Islam to suit their political agendas.

“There’s no country in the world that applies Islamic law properly,” he said. “Saudi Arabia and Iran claim to be Islamic governments but no one believes that.”

Videos of stonings and other atrocities are spread on YouTube and by the media, Mohammad said, perpetuating misconceptions about what Shariah law actually says.

“Imagine someone from outside the U.S. watching the ‘Jerry Springer Show’ to learn about American culture,” Mohammad said.

“If that’s all they see, they’ll think it’s a barbaric culture.”

In February, the “Protect Our Muslim Neighbors” rally took place in Denver’s Civic Center park, and thousands of Coloradans of all faiths stood in solidarity. Jodeh, Poljakovic and Ben-Masaud were there, too.

“The fact that the majority were non-Muslims, to me, speaks volumes,” Jodeh said.

For Ben-Masaud, the event reinforced his belief that times like these are a test for those who want to see a world united in peace. He is inspired to reach out to more people, even those who may resist him, to free people — including fellow Muslims — from their echo chambers.

“I believe this was meant to be,” he said. “It’s a responsibility on us, and a test to see what we’re going to do.

We can turn our backs … or we can embrace the situation that we’re in and work together.”

After the incident with the rock at Jodeh’s mosque, the Young Democrats of Arapahoe County raised more than $3,500 for repairs. More than 1,000 people showed up to form a “circle of peace” around the mosque during Friday prayers that week.

Attendance at educational and cooking classes at the center has doubled from last year. School field trips, like the one from Mountain Ridge Middle School, continue to book reservations.

Jodeh invites anyone who wants to understand Islam to simply ask.

“I will come to your church, I will come to your dinner party,” she said.

Islamic leaders, officials in law enforcement and anti-discrimination groups all point out that “retaliatory attacks” against mosques and Muslim individuals tend to spike after terrorist attacks like those in Paris, San Bernadino, California, and Orlando, Florida, though there has been a steady increase in these incidents since 2014.

Jeremy Shaver, associate regional director for Anti-Defamation League, Mountain States Region, said anti-Muslim incidents are part of a “bothersome trend,” but reports of harassment against other minority groups — blacks, immigrants, Jews, refugees and the LGBT community, are also on the rise.

“It’s been across the board,” Shaver said. “I think we would be cautious not to draw too dark of a connecting line between (these incidents) and a single person, but since the campaign there’s been a climate in extremist political rhetoric that has enabled people to say and do these types of things.”

• Anti-Muslim bias incidents including assaults, employment discrimination, street harassment and unwarranted contact by law enforcement: 2015: 1,409 2016: 2,213 Source: Council on American Islamic Relations • Anti-Muslim hate groups in the United States nearly tripled in 2016, from 34 in 2015 to 101 in 2016, including two in Colorado.

Source: Southern Poverty Law Center • Hate crimes against Muslims reported to the FBI 2014: 154 2015: 257 Of the crimes reported in 2015, 91 were assaults, the highest number since 2001 (93).

Source: FBI, Pew Research Center “There are no stupid questions — I’ve heard it all.”

A recent interaction gives Poljakovic hope.

He and other local Islamic leaders had been renting an event center for meetings for months. A member of a cleaning crew, no stranger to them at that point, approached Poljakovic after overhearing attendants saying “assalamualaikum,” the standard Muslim greeting for “peace be upon you.”

“Where are you guys from?” he asked.

When Poljakovic told him they were Muslim, the man was shocked.

“You are just normal people,” he said to them, puzzled. And relieved.

Poljakovic smiled.

“I said, ‘Just give us a chance. We’ll show you that we’re just as normal as everybody else.’”

Majid Nader, left, Mutaz Said, center, and Imam ShemsAdeen Ben-Masaud pray inside the Masjid Ikhlas mosque in Northglenn. BenMasaud says the mayor of Northglenn aad other state and local officials have been working with him to spread understanding and information about Islam.

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Music with meaning for graduation playlists

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hen graduation season rolls around, you can be sure of eating a lot of sheet cake, conversing with a lot of acquaintances and family you haven’t seen in years — and heaing a lot of the same songs over and over.

LINER I’m talking about tracks like Green NOTES Day’s “Good Riddance (Time of Your Life),” Vitamin C’s “Graduation (Friends Forever)” and Lee Ann Womack’s “I Hope You Dance.”

Before you fire up the keys and Clarke Reader head to the ol’ comment section, I’m not saying anything bad about these songs. They’ve just been overused, and it’s time to spice up those graduation playlists.

To that end, I’ve gathered five songs that do more than just sound great. They also have a meaning or message that would be good to remember.

Here we go: “Sing” — My Chemical Romance The kind of joyous burst of sonic sunshine that is perfect to kick off any celebration, there’s a real danger if you use this track — it’ll be bouncing around your head for the rest of the day.

But that’s OK, because not only is this the kind of impossibly catchy energy rock has encapsulated since its creation, it also is a call to find the joy in life.

Frontman Gerard Way puts in plainly in lyrics like “Sing it out,

CLARKE’S ALBUM OF THE WEEK Selection: The Mountain Goat’s “Goths,” released on Merge Records.

Review: An extraordinarily minimalist album from the indie stalwarts, “Goths” will knock you flat with its novelistic specificity.

Frontman John Darnielle has rarely been as approachable as he has here, tackling cultural touchstones of the 80’s goth scene with an empathy that the listener can instantly understand, even if they

weren’t part of the movement. Add that to some of the lushest and prettiest music of the group’s catalog, and you have a new cult classic.

Favorite song: “Abandoned Flesh” Lyrics most likely to end up in a graduation speech: “But for the most part, however big that chorused bass may throb/ You and me, and all of us, are going to have to find a job.”

boy they’re going to sell what tomorrow means/Sing it out, girl before they kill what tomorrow brings.”

In many ways, this is one of the darkest times the world has seen, but that makes it all the more important to find your happiness and follow it. Like Way sings, “Sing it for the boys Sing it for the girls Every time that you lose it, sing it for the world Sing it from the heart.”

“HUMBLE.” — Kendrick Lamar Self-confidence is crucially important in the world, but beware of arrogance, a trait that pretty much nobody likes in a person: There will always be someone who has more knowledge, more experience or more skill. And there are times when you just need to learn from those around you.

Or, as Lamar raps, “Sit down/be humble.”

“With a Little Help from My Friends” — The Beatles There’s a reason this cut from “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” is one of the most beloved songs from The Beatles catalog — the melody is inescapable and the lyrics are relatable.

Friends really are the family we choose, and as any high school student can tell you, friends are the reason high school is bearable.

But after graduation, some friends will go in different directions, and despite all the technological advances, losing touch is all too easy. So, while you’re singing along to this song, remember to keep your friends close.

“Circle Game” — Joni Mitchell This is one for the parents, and you might want to make sure you have some Kleenex handy.

Mitchell’s classic focuses on a child as he grows into a man, with wonder and broken dreams along the way. That the song manages to transcend sentimentality is a testament to Mitchell’s ability to beautifully capture the melancholy of growing up.

And if the chorus doesn’t get you a little misty, you might want to double-check your pulse: “And the seasons they go round and round And the painted ponies go up and down We’re captive on the carousel of

time We can’t return we can only look Behind from where we came And go round and round and round In the circle game.”

“That’s Where You’re Wrong” — Arctic Monkeys h This song from the Arctic Mont key’s fourth album is the perfect v track to add to the end of the playl- t ist — for when the party is winding t down and only your core group of friends are left.

S The tone here is far from somber, c especially considering the wailing b guitars in the background. But it is an introspective song about seta ting out on one’s own. Singer Alex a Turner hints at a venture into the p unknown with lines like, “There are o no handles for you to hold/And no r s understanding where it goes.”

A The chorus includes an admonishment that serves as a warning for everyone: Life is short. Time is t fleeting. You better make the best of A it while you can. t “Don’t take it so personally, p You’re not the only one That time has got it in for, honey i n That’s where you’re wrong.”

Advice this year’s graduates, and w a those of us who graduated years ago, should all heed.

O w Clarke Reader’s column on how music connects to our lives appears every other week. A community editor with Colorado Community Media, he is already sitting down and humble. Check out his music blog at calmacil20.blogspot.com. And share your favorite graduation songs at creader@coloradocommunitymedia. com.

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7May 25, 2017

Jeffco, Adams officials talk of progress around area

BY GLENN WALLACE GWALLACE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Over cups of coffee, hash browns and some bacon, a room full of interested citizens got to learn a bit more about Adams and Jefferson counties.

The Arvada Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual “State of the Counties” breakfast on May 19 at the Arvada Center, giving the city a chance to hear from the leadership of the two counties that the city is in.

Adams County Commissioner Steve O’Dorisio (District 4) gave his county’s presentation, including a brief video.

O’Dorisio talked with excitement about the future of development around Denver International Airport, made possible by the passage of the 2015 ballot measure 1A, which required approval by the voters of several municipalities, including Arvada.

“You were instrumental in that, so thank you,” he said.

Last year was a productive one for Adams County. O’Dorisio’s presentation included a rundown of accomplishments: 5,000 building permits issued, 57 community meetings, a new disc golf course, a new county website and another successful Adams County Fair.

Through internal initiatives, O’Dorisio said, Adams County was working to bring private-sector

Jefferson County Commissioner Libby Szabo discusses a couple items of interest affecting her county during the May 19 Arvada State of the Counties breakfast. She lauded the county’s Open Space program, and how municipalities like Arvada had been strong partners in creating outdoor recreation spaces.

GLENN WALLACE improvements and innovations to the county “to stretch dollars and make us more efficient.” One innovative method had been opening up an inhouse clinic to provide basic health care to its employees.

Representing Jeffco at the breakfast were all three county commissioners: Don Rosier, Libby Szabo and Casey Tighe.

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Rosier talked about Jeffco’s challenges — increasing demand for services, declining state and federal funding, major construction and facility needs — as well as the county’s new initiative, Jeffco Open Gov, to provide open county budget and management information to the public, through the county’s website.

The effort to complete the north-

western quadrant of the 470 ring road system also received an update: all rights-of-way have been acquired, and the CDOT study and approval process is proceeding.

Rosier thanked Arvada city government for its continued support of the effort. The need to increase transportation options for the area will continue to increase with rising population levels, he said.

“Don’t build it, and they’ll still come,” Rosier said.

Tigh talked about other aspects of the county, including the strength of Jeffco’s workforce. One detail of note about the county workforce is that 40 percent of the staff are eligible to retire in the next 10 years.

“That is both a challenge and an opportunity,” Tighe said, talking about the county’s new leadership academy to help encourage internal training and career development.

For Szabo, who talked about economic development, development at Jeffco’s Rocky Mountain Metro Airport was also something worth talking about. A 2013 economic impact study showed the airport creating 835 direct jobs. But since then, 600 acres of planned office, commercial and light industrial space has been opened adjacent to the airport, known as The Verve Innovation Park.

“The Verve, as it is known, is coming into its own,” Szabo said.

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NEWS IN A HURRY Memorial Day ceremony A Memorial Day Ceremony will be 2 p.m. May 29 at the Marine Corps Memorial, located at the intersection of Hwy 6 and Hwy 40 in Golden.

The program will include color guard, bag pipes, flyover, guest speaker, taps, rifle salute when appropriate and recognitions.

Attendees should bring a chair if unable to stand for more than 30 minutes without assistance.

Parking for the event will be available at the Home Depot, 16900 W. Colfax Ave. in Golden, just south of the memorial.

To learn more about the memorial, visit www.usmarinecorpsmemorial. com.

Buffalo Bill burial ceremony reenactment The community is invited to attend a reenactment of Buffalo Bill’s burial ceremony from noon to 4 p.m. June 3 at the Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave, 987 1/2 Lookout Mountain Road in Golden.

This year marks 100 years since William “Buffalo Bill” Cody, a famous frontiersman and showman, died.

He died on Jan. 10, 1917, but was not buried until June 3.

To learn more about Buffalo Bill or for more information on the event, visit www.buffalobill.org or call 303526-0744.

Diabetes program for Spanish-speakers Centura Health is offering free yearlong health course on Type 2 Diabetes

for Spanish-speaking community members from 5:30-6:30 p.m. beginning June 6 at the Centura Health Belmar Neighborhood Health Center, 7551 W. Alameda Ave., in Lakewood.

The National Diabetes Prevention Program offers participants assistance with losing weight, increasing physical activity and learning to overcome barriers to lead to healthier eating.

The first 16 sessions of the program will occur biweekly, and the remaining sessions will be monthly for the remainder of the program.

Space is limited and pre-registration is required. To register go to www.myneighborhoodhealthcenter. org/myhealthmatters or call 720-3211769.

Whale of a Used Book Sale The Friends of Jefferson County Public Library’s Spring Whale of a Used Book Sale takes place June 1-4 at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 W. 6th Ave Frontage Rd., in Golden.

Entry is free on all days of the event. June 1 is exclusive for Friends of the Library members. Hours for the public on June 2 and 3 are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will be open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 4.

Proceeds from event will benefit children and teen literacy programs.

For more information, call 303-4035076, email friends@jeffcolibrary.org or visit www.jeffcolibraryfoundation. org.

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don’t just address transportation solutions in the metro region, but that we offer something for everybody in the state.

The third thing is that we really needed to play catch-up on the maintenance — on basic roads and bridges and filling potholes.

And then the last thing, we really needed to make some investments to impact congestion from all of the growth. So, that bill did those four things and it was really frustrating that it was killed in a Senate committee by three individuals that didn’t want to give the taxpayers an opportunity to weigh in on this very comprehensive, bipartisan solution for transportation.

It was extremely disappointing.

How do you move forward from the disappointment and continue to work on them?

I do sit on the Senate Transportation Committee and I worked very closely with the Department of Transportation to try to figure out what our next steps should be. I think right now, we’re going to wait and see if governor decides to call a special session or not. Because I know this was a pretty big disappointment for himself as well — to not address it. I think we regroup. I think we start over and try to build a new plan that can garner a majority of support.

Now that the session has concluded, what are you working on?

There was a bill that I carried that did not make it out of committee that actually addressed housing.

I really feel that while I’m excited

about the construction defects reform helping to take that first step, there’s still a lot more to be done to address attainable housing.

So, I’m going to be working with a group of stakeholders — people who actually opposed my bill and came back and said, “that might not be the right solution, but we’re committed to finding a solution and would you like to join us and be a part of that conversation.”

And I said, “absolutely,” because it was such a big priority for the district and I feel that I need to keep working in that direction.

The second thing is now that I don’t have to go down to the Capitol every day, I can spend more time in the district. So, I have a series of tours that are planned: a business tour, a nonprofit tour, a healthcare tour, and a school tour.

The third this is I’m on some interim committees that meet will continue to meet during the interim. Currently I’m on three: the Transportation Legislative Review Committee, CDOT’s Efficiency and Accountability Committee, and the School Safety and Youth in Crisis Committee.

I’ve also expressed interest in a new committee that was just formed in the last days of the session to study school finance. So, I’m hoping I get that one.

And then, I’ll continue to host different town hall meetings and coffees and doing one-on-one meetings with constituents.

What do you want the community to know going forward?

It was a really productive year.

I think I fulfilled my commitment to the community that I made of working in a bipartisan manner and trying to reflect the community to the best of my ability because we’re a pretty diverse community.

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7May 25, 2017

Foster Elementary School students lead Gov. John Hickenlooper down the halls of their school.

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Governor signs two bills into law at Foster Elementary Both measures allow students to get special seals on their diplomas

BY SHANNA FORTIER SFORTIER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Foster Elementary School students witnessed history on May 18, as Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper signed HB171201, Science Technology Engineering Math Diploma Endorsement, into law.

The governor also did a mock signing of SB17-123, Seal of Biliteracy for High School Diplomas. He had officially signed that bill into law on March 30.

“It’s such a powerful thing to be able to have the governor here at our school — at our Title I school,” said Foster Elementary Principal Leigh Hiester.

“This really impacts our students because we are a STEM school and we are a dual language school, so both of these bills will really impact their future and their ability to move forward in life.”

Foster Elementary in Arvada became one of the first STEM elementary schools in Jeffco this school year. In 2004, Foster began the first two-way

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dual language program in the district.

The goal of the program is for students to be bilingual and biliterate in both Spanish and English by sixth grade.

The Science Technology Engineering Math Diploma Endorsement (HB17-1201), sponsored by Rep. James Coleman (D-Denver), Sen. Rachel Zensinger (D-Arvada) and Sen. Kevin Priola (R-Adams County) “authorizes a school district, board of cooperative services, district charter high school, or institute charter high school (local education provider) to grant a high school diploma endorsement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to students who demonstrate mastery in STEM.” The Seal of Biliteracy for High School Diplomas (SB17-123), also sponsored by Zenzinger and Priola, “authorizes a school district, BOCES, or institute charter high school to grant a diploma endorsement in biliteracy to a student who demonstrates proficiency in English and at least one foreign language. The bill establishes the requirements a graduating high school student must meet to obtain the biliteracy endorsement.”

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Boettcher Scholarship winners STAFF REPORT

The 2017 winners of the Boettcher Scholarship program were announced May 9.

Established in 1952, the Boettcher Scholarship program annually awards 42 scholarships to graduating high school seniors in the State of Colorado.

The four-year scholarship includes virtually all expenses to attend the Colorado school of the recipient’s choice: full tuition, fees, a book allowance and an annual stipend for living expenses.

Scholars are selected based on academics, service, leadership and character.

Local winners:

Shamik Bhat, Golden High School Spencer Narowetz, Jefferson Academy High School Jon Abrahamson, Lakewood High School Troy Jackson, Lakewood High School Dakota Kisling, Lakewood High School

CLUBS Ongoing Activities Mondays Golden Chapter, Order of DeMolay meets at 7 p.m. every first and third Wednesday in the town of Golden. Walt Disney, Mel Blanc & Walter Cronkite are counted amongst its Alumni. DeMolay is an organization for young men between the ages of 12 and 21 that offers character building, leadership training, and life skill development. We offer many activities, academic opportunities and scholarships. Please contact the chapter for more information. Email demolaygolden@gmail.com or www.coloradodemolay. org and visit Golden’s page under the Chapter tab by clicking on the Golden photo.

Golden Nar-Anon family group meets 7:30-9 p.m. Mondays at Calvary Episcopal Church, 1320 Arapahoe St. We ask that people enter on the east side of the church and follow

the signs to the upstairs meeting room. Call the Nar-Anon Family Groups World Service Organization at 800-477-6291 or go to NarAnon.org.

Jefferson County Republican Men’s Club meets 7-9 a.m. Mondays at Davies’ Chuck Wagon Diner, 10151 W. 26th Ave., Lakewood.

Meeting fee is $5 (cash preferred). Order from diner menu (pay on you own). Call Fred Holden at 303-421-7619 for information.

Republicans, especially students, youth and women, welcome to join.

Job’s Daughters, Golden Chapter Bored?

Lonely? Make life-long friends. Join a group of young ladies from ages 10-20 learn leadership and organizational skills in meetings with support from friends. Meetings are the second and fourth Monday of the month in Golden. Meet periodically to do fun activities.

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for college. Interested, call Job’s Daughters at 303-204-1572 to join us for an activity.

Open mic Living Water Unity Spiritual Community presents open mic night – celebrate your teen self 4:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. This program gives teens the opportunity to express their performing art including voice and instrument, acting, poetry, stand-up comedy, mime, etc. Open to all students in sixth to 12th grades. Email bellbottoms809@gmail.com.

Square Dancing Want some fun exercise?

Learn to square dance. Start at 7 p.m. any Monday at the Wheat Ridge Grange, 3850 High Court. Call 303-973-9529.

Wheat Ridge Rotary Club meets noon to 1:30 p.m. Mondays for lunch at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St. Come as our guest and learn about our service projects for the community.

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We ring the bell for Salvation Army, deliver Christmas baskets to needy families and, assist the Jeffco Action Center with school supplies for children from low-income families. These are just three of our many projects.

For more information, contact Fred McGehan at 303-947-1565.

Arvada Fine Arts Guild: 2-4 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at Indian Tree Golf Club, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, in the restaurant/clubhouse. Meetings are free and open to the public. Go to http://arvadafineartsguild.com/

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thought it would be really cool to have something for people to look at and wonder and encourage them to imagine and try something new. I asked library patrons, “What is the thinker thinking?” And they wrote it down on pieces of paper. What surprised me was the good outweighed the bad. So many people had good thoughts.

In a world Where you’re inundated with a negative feeling from the things that are going on in the world, it’s nice to know that it’s not as bad as you think. The good thoughts outweighed the bad.

Books and music One hobby I have is reading. It’s also an occupational hazard. I just like to learn different things. I like music more than my heart can say.

I love music from all genres, from all times. Songs to me are like short stories. They evoke feeling regardless of matter. There’s something to cheer me up when feeling blue or I’ll relate to a situation in a song and feel less alone in the world. When there’s nothing else there’s always music and books — my favorite things. And no mater what happens in life, good, bad or indifferent there’s always music and books.

My dream job I like to draw and I like to paint. But building relates to me the most. That’s why I like to build the displays at the library. If I had pursued art more when I was young, my dream job would have been to work for Jim Henson in his creature shop.

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Taking to the clouds in a WWII B-17 bomber

BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Robert McAdam flew in a Boeing B-17 on a mission once in World War II — and he had to bail out over Nazi-occupied Austria.

“I was 23 at the time, and I don’t remember being scared,” McAdam said.

“I had a job to do, and I knew I had to do it right.”

McAdam, a member of the 15th Army Air Corps during the war, was on a mission out of Foggia, Italy, to bomb oil refineries in north Germany when the plane was attacked and engines started failing.

“We dropped our bombs, though we didn’t make it to the target, and were told to get everything else out of the plane,” McAdam remembered. “There are two people I thank for my survival — the person who packed my parachute, and the German soldier who didn’t shoot me on the ground when he could have.”

After surviving the jump, McAdam was taken to a prisoner of war camp in northern Germany, where he remained for 10 months until the camp was liberated by the Russians.

The last time McAdam was on a B-17, he was being flown out of the camp

where he was held. Now, at 96 years old, McAdam had the opportunity to climb back into the “Flying Fortress” thanks to The Liberty Foundation, an organization dedicated to preserving the Madras Maiden, a B-17 built on Oct. 17, 1944.

“It’s a beautiful plane,” McAdam, who lives in Highlands Ranch, said. “I’m impressed someone is trying to preserve this history for people.”

Liberty takes the plane all over the country to provide people a chance to climb aboard the plane, and even take a ride. The plane made a pit stop at the Rocky Mountain Metro Airport, 11705 Airport Way in Broomfield, last weekend, May 20-21.

“Veterans are the reason we do what we do,” said Scott Maher, director of flight operations at Liberty. “We’re losing our World War II veterans, and with each death we lose another story of valor.”

When the Maiden is at the airport, ground tours and photos are free for anyone who wants to climb into the plane and explore. The half-hour flights cost $450 a seat, but all the money goes to the plane’s upkeep and preservation.

“It costs about $5,000 an hour to fly the plane,” Maher said. “During our ride weekends, we probably spend about $15,000 in fuel alone.”

During the war, about 12,732 B-17s were built, but about a third were lost in combat. Currently, less than 100 of the plane’s frames exist, and even fewer can be taken in the air.

“This is a great educational opportunity for the public,” said John Hess, one of the plane’s pilots. “You don’t often have the opportunity to get hands-on with history like this.”

For McAdam, who lived through the momentous years of the war, the plane is an opportunity to remind people what his generation experienced.

“The memories are still fresh and alive in my mind,” he said. “It’s a part of history, and the more information people have, the more they will understand.”

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DID YOU KNOW? The majority of all Word War II B-17s were operated by the 8th Airforce in Europe and participated in countless missions from bases in England deep into enemy territory.

There were 12,732 B-17s produced between 1935 and 1945 — 4,735 were lost in combat.

Following WWII, the B-17 saw combat in three more wars — Korea, Israel in the war of 1948 and Vietnam.

The Maiden is one of only 12 B-17s that still flies today.

The Maiden was built toward the end of the war and never saw any combat.

It is painted in the colors of the 381st Bomb Group.

The 381st flew 297 operational missions during the war, dropping 22,000 tons of bombs. During this time,

it lost 131 B-17s and downed more than 223 enemy aircraft.

The Maiden was built under contract by Lockheed-Vega in Burbank, California, on Oct. 17, 1944.

The Maiden spent its entire military career (1944-1959) as a research and development aircraft, also being modified to be a “Pathfinder” B-17 equipped with the H2X “Mickey” radar system.

It is the only “Pathfinder” aircraft left in existence.

It was sold as surplus in 1959 to American Compressed Steel of Ohio for $5,025,

then sold to Albany Building of Florida and used as a cargo transport hauling fresh produce between Florida and the Caribbean.

In 1963, the plane was sold again and converted to a Fire Ant sprayer under contract with the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

From 1979 through 2014, the B-17 bomber was purchased by three aviation museums and continued to be slowly restored back to her original combat configuration. In 2016, The Liberty Foundation began to operate the Maiden and fly it as an education tool.

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THINGS to DO

THEATER

Mayhem and Murder on the Mississippi: 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 26-27 at Colorado ACTS Theater, 11455 W. Interstate 70 Frontage Road North, Wheat Ridge. Original play written and directed by Melinda Middleton goes back to the days of riverboat travel with a sprinkling of Mark Twain’s humor and wit. Tickets for dinner and show, or show only, available by calling 303-456-6772 or at www.coloradoacts.org.

Miners Alley Playhouse Presents `Cabaret’: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday through June 25 at Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. Tony Award-winning musical about following your heart while the world loses its way. Additional shows at 6 p.m. Sunday, May 28, June 4, June 11 and June 18. Call 303-935-3044 or go to minersalley.com.

ART

‘Damage’ Art Exhibit: open through February 2018 at Red Rocks Community College, Lakewood, in the mezzanine near the library. Denver artist Sharon Brown’s exhibit features psychologically charged paintings created mostly from photographs. Go to www.rrcc.edu.

this week’s TOP FIVE Inspire Arts Week: Thursday, June 1 to Sunday, June 11. Event showcases the arts culture that exists in Lakewood, with 20-plus organizations producing more than 30 events. Presented by Lakewood Heritage, Culture and the Arts. Kickoff event is from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, June 1 at the Lakewood Cultural Center. Go to www.Lakewood.org/Inspire.

Whale of a Used Book Sale: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 2-3, and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 W. 6th Ave., Golden. More than 75,000 gently used books, DVDs, CD, and audio books will be sold; prices range from 50 cents to $3. Fill a bag with your favorite items for $6 per bag on Sunday. Jefferson County Public Library’s sale is free and open to the public. Go to www.jeffcolibraryfoundation.org.

2017 Arvada Trails Day: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 3 at Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge, West 80th Avenue, just east of Kipling Street.

Get outdoors and move your feet, pedal your bike or just enjoy a day of appreciating the outdoors as you explore nature, participate in eco-friendly activities, learn about resource con-

servation, and experience some of Arvada’s 150 miles of wonderful hiking, biking and horseback riding trails. Go to http://arvadafestivals.com/ arvada-trails-day/.

Summer in the City: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 3, along 32nd Avenue from Julian Street to Perry Street in Highlands Square. Includes three stages, a beer garden, a bike parade, local vendors and more. Entrance is free; a comprehensive activity pass is available for the activities offered. Learn more at www. highlands-square.com.

Ancient Shadows: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 3; 2 p.m. Sunday, June 4 at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway. An exploration into the spiritual ancestry and mythology of the indigenous peoples of Central and South America.

Original score by Boulder musician and composer Jesse Manno. Presented

by Zikr Dance Ensemble. Tickets at 303-987-7845 or www.lakewood.org/tickets.

and he will share his knowledge of dowsing water.

Mile High Dowsers meet the first Thursday of each Go to www. milehighdowsers.org.

EVENTS

Community Coffee: 8-9 a.m.

Thursday, May 25 at La Dolce Vita in Olde Town Arvada; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 25, at Panera in Walnut Creek, Westminster.

Enjoy coffee and conversation with Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp.

Class of 1947 Reunion: Saturday, May 27 at the Arvada Flour Mill in Olde Town Arvada. Graduates of the Arvada High School class of 1947 meet for a catered lunch at 11 a.m., followed by an afternoon to share memories of high school, classmates, careers, hobbies, travels and updates. Contact 303422-4712.

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Tastebuds Cookbook Group: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, May 28 (let’s party) at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada. Do you love browsing through cookbooks, trying new recipes or learning about kitchen time-savers? This group is for you. Group alternates meeting at the Standley Lake and Arvada libraries. Group members may bring prepared dishes from either of the cookbooks chosen or a favorite of their own. Members who choose to bring food (never required) should bring enough for 4-6 people to sample, bring the recipe to share and make sure the food reflects the topic. Theme for June 18 is Italian. Call 303-2355275 or go to www.jeffcolibrary. org.

Learn About Dowsing: 7-9:30 p.m. Thursday, June 1, at Clements community Center, 1580 Yarrow St., Lakewood. Beginning dowsing and practical dowsing exercise offered, and featured guest speaker is Jennifer Newton.

Ed Cluff is the featured presenter,

Winston Churchill: 2:303:30 p.m. Thursday, June 1 at Atria of Applewood, 2800 Youngfield St., Lakewood. As one of the key architects of the Allied victory in World War II, Winston Churchill is widely regarded as one of the most important political leaders of the 20th century. Join Active Minds as we examine Churchill’s life before becoming prime minister of England, his years in the job, and his lasting impact on his country and the world. Call 303-233-4343 to RSVP. Round Table Issues Breakfast: 7 a.m. Friday, June 2, at American Legion Wilmore-Richter Post 161, 6230 W. 60th Ave., Arvada. Learn about local projects and events.

Open to the public. Contact 303-424-0324 for cost and other information.

Fox Hollow Tournaments: All CGA men members are welcome to play the Fox Hollow Amateur Open on Saturday, June 3; a 7:03 a.m. shotgun with lunch and prizes for several places in

each flight following play. The Men’s Club is hosting the Mayor’s Cup June 24 and its Red, White and Blue member guest event including women July 2. This year Lakewood’s award winning 27hole facility at 13414 W. Morrison Road added more tee options for all player levels. Join the golfing fun through October; go to fhmgc. com.

Colorado Stock Horse Association Open All Breed Shows: June 4, July 16, Aug. 20, Sept. 3 at the Indiana Equestrian Center, 7500 Indiana St., Arvada. Large outdoor arena with second arena for warm-up. Registration at 7:30 a.m.

Classes at 8:30 a.m. Information and entry forms at 720-935-2026 (call or text), or 720-560-3646 (call or text), www.ColoradoStockHorse.com, and ColoradoStockHorse@yahoo.com.

Food Pantry: open from 9-11 a.m.

Wednesdays at New Apostolic Church, 5290 Vance St., Arvada, rear entrance (across the street from Beau Jo’s restaurant). Contact Gertrude at 303-902-6794.

Fun with Animals: 10-10:45 a.m.

Wednesdays in March at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. For ages 3-6 years. Learn about coyotes, beavers, bugs and fish. Use books, stories, crafts and games. Sign up at arvada.org/public-classes.

HEALTH

Quick Class: Extraordinary Cranberry: 11 a.m. Saturday, May 27, at Natural Grocers/Vitamin Cottage, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada.

Contact Kate Sheets 303-4230990 with any questions.

Cures for Healthcare: noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 30 at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada.

“Curing Healthcare: Practical Help for an Ailing Nation” features a filmed interview with healthcare insider Joe Flower, author of “Healthcare Beyond Reform.”

Contact Polly Wegner at 303424-4454 or pwegner@peacelutheran.net.

Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Thursday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.

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Maplewood Estates Annual Neighborhood Garage Sale Friday & Saturday June 2nd & 3rd Starts at 8:00 am 50 -75 Families Lots of Food, Fun & Great Stuff!

Follow the Signs From W. 64th or W. 72nd Ave. Between Kipling & Simms in West Arvada Sponsored by DON & ROBYN SIKKEMA RALSTON VALLEY REAL ESTATE 303-200-4657

Antiques & Collectibles

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Lincoln High School Reunion for Class of 1967 50th Reunion June 3rd from 6-10pm Highlands Ranch Golf Club R.S.V.P.at lincolnreunion1967@gmail.com Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201

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in Parker off of Jordan between Lincoln & Mainstreet. Fri. & Sat. June 9th and 10th 8am-2pm.

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COMMUNITY PATIO SALE HOLIDAY HILLS VILLAGE

2000 W 92ND AVE FRI-SAT, JUNE 9-10, 8 TO 4 Fellowship Covenant Church is having their annual Giant Church Yard Sale Thursday June 1 8a-4p, Friday June 2 8a-4p and Saturday June 3 8a-2p.

There will be lots of great items and we hope to see you there.

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For questions or more information, please call 303-420-6292.

Huge Annual Antique, Collectible & Horse Drawn Farm Equipment Sale Horse Drawn Farm Equipment, Wood Wheel Wagons, Buggy, Steel Wheels, Misc. Farm Tons of Collectibles, Glasware June 1, 2, 3 & 4 Thurs-Sun 8:00AM-4pm & June 8, 9, 10 & 11 Thurs-Sun 8:00AM-4PM 10824 E Black Forest Dr Parker 80138 720-842-1716 Huge Church Garage Sale St. Joseph Episcopal Church 11202 W. Jewell Ave. Lakewood Fri & Sat, June 2nd & 3rd 8am – 4pm HUGE COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE, Friday June 9th and Saturday June 10th from 8am-1pm at Newlin Meadows HOA in Parker, CO. Many homes participating throughout the homeowner’s association with many great items.

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Multi-Family Garage & Huge Furniture Sale at Shepherd of Love Wednesday - Fri, May 24 - 26, 8am-6pm; and Sat, May 27, 8am-3pm.

Our professionally refinished wood furniture includes: Antique solid Cherry dining table w/six chairs, Oak Hoosier Cabinet, solid Oak dining table w/six chairs, Mahogany Buffet, Mahogany China Cabinet, Oak buffet, Ethan Allen Highboy. Our Garage Sale includes 2 leather sofas w/recliners, Clothes (all ages), Kitchen, Home décor, craft supplies, toys, books, jewelry, electronics & Home-Baked Goods. Our BBQ lunch starts at 11am with 1/3-lb. Angus sirloin burgers, brats & hot dogs.

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Collection of Liquor store Cars, all in mint condition and few other home bar accessories Moving to smaller living quarters so everything at must sell prices (303)431-2856

MULTI-NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE SAVE THE DATE! Southglenn & Southwind Arapahoe Rd. & S. Clarkson St. Centennial Maps Available Fri & Sat, June 2 & 3

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Office Equipment

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LOCAL

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SPORTS State track sees Arvada boys in the hunt

Snow and rain delayed the start of this year’s state track and field tourney, held in Lakewood, but once the action got started on May 20, it did not let up.

Among the standout performers was Pomona senior Brandon Micale in discus. His 160-foot throw earned him a state title.

Faith Christian’s freshman Cole Sprout finished in second place in the 3A 1600 meter run and the 3200 meter run.

Ralston Valley senior Tyler Shannon, left, eyes the finish-line during the finals of the Class 5A boys 110-meter hurdles event May 21 at Jeffco Stadium. Shannon placed fourth with a time of 14.66 seconds. DENNIS PLEUSS/JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Pomona senior Miles Matulik goes through his routine before running the first leg of the Panthers’ 4x100 relay at the state track and field championships May 21 at Jeffco Stadium. Pomona’s relay team placed ninth and Matulik also finished eighth in the Class 5A boys 100 meters.

DENNIS PLEUSS/JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

State swimming results: How they finished CLASS 5A Top area finishers at the Class 5A boys state swimming championships May 19-20 at the Veteran’s Memorial Aquatics Center in Thornton: Team scores: 1. Fossil Ridge 358; 2.

Regis Jesuit 253. 3. Cherry Creek 217; 5. Highlands Ranch 135.5; 7. Arapahoe 129; 10. Ponderosa 100; 12. Legacy 71; 14. Ralston Valley 44; 22. Bear Creek 23; 27. Heritage 7; 29. Mountain Range 6; 30. Arvada West 5 and Thornton 5; 34 Lakewood 2.

200 medley relay: 3. Cherry Creek (Alex Bruce, John Strain, Alexander Sironen, Brendan Eckerman) 1:33.32; 5. Highlands Ranch (Frank Ruppel, Peyton Scherschel, Dominic Griffin, Austin Hegemann) 1:35.79; 7. Legacy (Casey Hamilton, Daniel Bradford, Luke Miller, Nathan Miller)1:37.52; 8.

Ponderosa (John Nelson, Liam Lenz, Connor Johnson, Drew Sotebeer) 1:39.93.

200 freestyle: 1. Griffin Eiber, Arapahoe, 1:39.03; 3. Blake Wilton, Pondersoa, 1:41.38; 4. Nicholas Fox, Ralston Valley, 1:41.89.

200 IM: 5. Brendan Eckerman,

Cherry Creek, 1:53.49; 7. Casey Hamilton, Legacy, 1:54.66.

Diving: 1. Octavio Lucero, Bear Creek, 566.30; 4. Caleb Ives, Arapahoe, 468.25.

100 butterfly: 4. Blake Wilton, Ponderosa, 49.81; 6. Alexander Sironen, Cherry Creek, 51.05.

100 freestyle: 1. Griffin Eiber, Arapahoe, 44.65; 8. Austin Hagemann, Highlands Ranch, 48.22.

500 freestyle: 5. Daniel Bradford, Legacy, 4:45.50; 8. Nicholas Fox, Ralston Valley, 4:51.75.

200 freestyle relay: 3. Cherry Creek (Alexander Sironen, Jack Winsor, Alec Thompson, Joseph Jang) 1:25.65; 4. Arapahoe (Griffin Eiber, Daniel Bensen, Connor Babbs, Ben Brewer) 1:26.52; 5. Highlands Ranch (Peyton Scherschel, Frank Ruppel, Austin Hagemann, Jacob Leichner) 1:26.55.

100 backstroke: 4. Casey Hamilton, Legacy, 51.18; 5. Alex Bruce, Cherry Creek, 52.00; 8. Frank Ruppel, Highlands Ranch, 53.96.

100 breaststroke: 5. John Strain, Cherry Creek, 57.71; 7. Spencer Smith,

Cherry Creek, 58.87.

400 freestyle relay: 4. Cherry Creek (Alex Bruce, Joseph Jang, John Strain, Brendan Eckerman) 3:08.51; 6. Arapahoe (Daniel Bensen, Griffin Eiber, Collin Hayes, Merrill Redfearn) 3:09.54.

CLASS 4A Top area finishers at the Class 4A boys state swimming meet held May 19-20 at the Air Force Academy.

Team scores: 1. Cheyenne Mountain 337; 2. Valor Christian 239; 4.

Golden 177; 18. D’Evelyn 36; 19. Wheat Ridge 34; 22. Green Mountain 24.

200 medley relay: 2. Golden (Daric Sundeen, Sheridan Harder, Westin Stieglitz, Reece MacRenato) 1:36.68; 3.

Valor Christian (Dylan Nasser, Caleb Kim, Lenny Den, Jack Kisch) 1:36.94 200 freestyle: 7. Cory Leidich, Golden, 1:44.91; 8. Liam Dooley, Valor Christian, 1:44.93.

200 IM: 1. Ryan Peterson, Wheat Ridge, 1:53.01; Dylan Nasser, Valor Christian, 1:53.13.

50 freestyle: 3. Matthew Wyatt, Valor Christian, 21.84; 5. Tyler Cohan,

Golden, 21.97; 7. Caleb Kim, Valor Christian, 22.26.

Diving: 3. Casey Fellows, Valor Christian, 487.80; 4. Tristan Gess, Green Mountain, 486.95.

100 butterfly: 2. Deric Sundeen, Golden, 50.85; Matthew Wyatt, Valor Christian, 52.43; 6. Reade Warner, Golden, 53.26.

100 freestyle: 5. Ryan Peterson, Wheat Ridge, 46.69; 7. Tyler Cohan, Golden, 47.07.

500 freestyle: 4. Cory Leidich, Golden, 4:44.34.

200 freestyle relay: 2. Valor Christian (Matthew Wyatt, Levi Gooden, Liam Dooley, Caleb Kim) 1:27.79; 5.

Golden (Tate Warner, Nikolas Boileau, Spencer White, Tyler Cohan) 1:30.63.

100 backstroke: 2. Daric Sundeen, Golden, 51:01; 4. Dylan Nasser, Valor Christian, 51:58; 8. Lenny Den, Valor Christian, 55.92.

100 breaststroke: 2. Jack Moranetz, D’Evelyn, 57.89; 7. Caleb Kim, Valor Christian, 1:00.94.

400 freestyle relay: 3. Valor Christian (Matthew Wyatt, Liam Dooley, Kyle McCarty, Dylan Nasser), 3:12.95.

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Pomona senior Semaye Johnson, second from the left, nears the finish-line during the Class 5A girls 100-meter event May 21 at Jeffco Stadium. Johnson’s time of 12.33 seconds put her in 13th place. However, Johnson placed second in the 100-meter hurdles with a time of 14.27 seconds. Faith Christian’s Sarah Yocum also had a successful meet. the senior ran a sub-57 second 400 meter dash to earn that title. She also took the 100-meter hurdle and 300-meter hurdle titles. Faith Christian’s Payton Walter took second in the 100-meter hurdle event.

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It’s going to be a busy summer at the Colorado Mills Mall, but not when it comes to customers and shopping.

The mall was closed and evacuated during the hailstorm that hit the west metro area on May 8, and has remained closed ever since. And now it looks like the mall won’t reopen until the fall.

On May 19, Mills owner Simon Property Group released a statement saying, “We are currently unable to estimate when the entire mall will reopen for business to the public but believe it will be in time for this year’s holiday shopping season.”

Individual tenants with exterior entrances like Super Target and the UA Colorado Mills Stadium 16 theater are already open, and others with exterior entrances will open when they can.

The mall closure will cost the city about $300,000 to $350,000

Mailie Medina, owner of Kataluma Chai in the Colorado Mills mall, makes one of the company’s chai specialties for a customer last fall.

Kataluma Chai is one of the many businesses that may not be able to reopen in the mall for several months.

CLARKE READER a month in taxes, said Larry Dorr, Lakewood’s finance director. If the Mills remains closed until November, that would total about $2 million.

“The city has healthy reserve funds, so our core services are safe and in place,” he said. “It’s still early, so we’ll see how the situation progresses, but as of now, it’s business as usual.”

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by Simon, no employees or customers were injured during the storm, but it did create openings in the roof, which allowed water to get into the mall.

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Simon Property says it began remediation and restoration efforts almost immediately, and is working with insurers and others to ensure Mills reopens as soon as possible. Water vacuum trucks were seen snaking lines into the mall the day after the storm, even as the skies continued to drizzle.

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“At this time, we’re focusing our efforts on clean up and restoration,” wrote Mailie Medina, owner of Kataluma Chai, which is located in the mall, in an email interview.

“We are grateful to be a part of the Lakewood community and hope that we can get back to serving our customers as quickly as possible. We plan to stay in the Colorado Mills Mall and reopen when the shopping center is ready.”

Cleveland said about 60 percent of his shop’s inventory was destroyed, which is particularly painful because all the furniture is made by Cleveland (with the help of his wife and children) from standing dead aspen, juniper and pine, and reclaimed wood.

“We’re scrambling to get everything out of there that we could save,” he said. “Every place was badly hit, but nobody had any idea how bad until we were finally able to get back inside.”

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Simon Property, and many of the individual businesses, will be posting updates on their Facebook pages about the reopening process. Aside from the official statement released on May 19, the company hasn’t responded to press inquires, and has denied media access to the mall’s interior.

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