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Investigation continues into home fire that killed 2 Dispatch received call from woman who said she couldn’t open window By Crystal Anderson Canderson@coloradocommunitymedia.com One of six people in an adult foster home — where a recent fire killed a 4-year-old girl and 39-year-old disabled woman — was trapped inside her room, Arvada Fire dispatch transcripts show. The call to fire dispatch came in at 1:32 a.m. on May 14. The caller, a woman, said she could see flames on the porch, but her window couldn’t be opened, according to the dispatch transcript. Arvada firefighters arrived at the home, 6152 Robb St., just three minutes later and found two people climbing out of a basement window, Arvada Fire Marshall Kevin Ferry said. The fire was extinguished by 1:56 a.m. The Arvada Fire Protection District continues to investigate the cause of the fire. And, citing the ongoing investigation, fire department officials said they could not say in what part of the house the girl, who has not been identified, and Tanya Bell, the 39-year-old woman, or the Fire continues on Page 15
“Bunches of bear hugs” reads the tag attached to a miniature plush brown teddy bear tied to the fence outside 6152 Robb St., a home where two people died from smoke inhalation on May 14. Three other teddy bears, a black stuffed Scottish terrier animal and a bouquet of artificial white daisies also lay alongside the fence. Photo by Crystal Anderson
HERE COME THE GRADS!
Council backs Rocky Flats trail extension Trail route kicks up radioactive worries for residents By Crystal Anderson canderson@colorado communitymedia.com
Many of Arvada’s Class of 2016 grads were handed their diplomas last week. See their celebrations: AWest on PAGE 3, Pomona on PAGE 4, Arvada on PAGE 5, and Standley Lake on PAGE 6. For more photos (including Ralston Valley) go to www.arvadapress.com .
PANTHERS PROVE TO BE THE FASTEST
The Pomona Panthers seized the 5A state track title last weekend. To see and read more about their championship accomplishment on PAGE 18. Photo by Katie Pickrell
To ensure the safety of citizens crossing Indiana Street and State Highway 128, Arvada’s City Council unanimously supported a federal grant that would create public crossings to the Rocky Mountain Greenway Trail at the Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge. “Approval allows us to have a seat at the table, to have a voice, and to ask about whatever testing needs to be done so the community has a voice,” Councilman David Jones said. On May 16, council listened to community members support or oppose a resolution for a federal grant that would fund an extension of the trail through the Rocky Flats refuge. Several community residents expressed worry about the area’s soil and air quality because of radioactive contamination, as well as safety for hikers, bikers and travelers who use Indiana Street and Colorado State Highway 128 — two heavily-trafficked roads in west Arvada and northern Jefferson County. Resident Marian Whitney said the area is unsafe because of unknown hazardous materials in the site’s soil. “No, I’ll tell all my family and friends not to go out there — we need much more thorough ongoing testing,” Whitney said. But Francisco Jeantette, a resident of Candelas – a development which backs up to the refuge — felt differently.
The zoomed-in map shows the construction on the trail. This segment of the project, extending from Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge to the Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge, is expected to be completed this summer. Map courtesy of the City of Arvada “We are not ignorant people,” Jeantette said. “And I would urge the council today to listen to not just the studies that were done 20 to 30 years ago that were valid at the time, but to look at the current science and the current education we have now … I urge you to support the Greenway Trail Project and help us turn what was something bad
into something beautiful.” Jeffco is partnering with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Jeffco Open Space to apply for the $5 million to $6 million grant, which would fund project improvements, including additional soil sampling for contaminants. Each Trail continues on Page 5
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Trails Day expands to three sites
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Sustain Arvada Festival joins in summer’s Arvada Trails Day festivities By Crystal Anderson Canderson@coloradocommunitymedia.com
CHUCK MCCOY About me How did I get into art? Well, when you grow up doing it, it’s what you think about all the time and I enjoy it. For the past 30 years, I’ve worked as a graphic designer for the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities. Recently, I decided to say goodbye to the world of playbills, programs and postcards for a life of improvisational printmaking, traveling and spending time with my wife, Vicki. I began painting as a kid and I’ve never really stopped — I always knew this is what I wanted to do. Originally, I’m from the Fort Collins-Loveland area and am one of four children. An artist at heart, I knew I wanted to study graphic design at Colorado State University. I loved it there. After graduating, I worked with Ampersand Studios, a small studio in the area, and then on my own. While working as a print artist, creating monotype prints by painting designs on glass then transferring them to paper, I heard about the graphic design job at the Arvada Center. Being into the arts, I applied, and I’ve been there ever since. Falling in love I fell in love with the center in so many ways. I love what I do: create all print works — playbills, programs, any invite or signage — for the center. These are things I can touch — tactile things I can understand and make with my hands. I like to feel and touch things, and this job provided that for me. I fell in love with my co-workers. People say it must be nice to work at the Arvada Center and it is — the combination of it being an art center with something interesting always going on and being an art person — there’s always something in-
Chuck McCoy works at Open Press studios in Denver. “It takes the skill of both the artist and the printer to make these pieces work, and I have a great printer,” he said. Courtesy photo teresting to look at and interesting people to meet. You make great friends where you work, and that I most definitely have. I found love there. One of my co-workers is my now-wife’s mother. I didn’t know it at the time, or really for a few years into my career there, but once we met — and she introduced me to her daughter — I knew. We married shortly after and have been happy together ever since. We love to travel, fly fish along rivers in Utah, New Mexico and Utah, and sample worldly and local wines together and with friends. The future In my free time, and in my retirement, I plan to continue my freelance fine-art printmaking and letterpress work. I focus on monotype prints, using the chine-collé method of placing a thin piece of paper onto another to create a desired effect. I paint on glass, then layer paper on to it and run it through a press three or four times. Surprising things can happen when I’m working, which is something you can build upon. As an art, printmaking is something that is highly technical and natural for me to do. It’s like jazz music — it’s improvisational and that’s what makes it interesting. If you have suggestions for My Name Is..., contact Crystal Anderson at canderson@ coloradocommunitymedia.com.
Hike along any of Arvada’s 18 trails and you’ll find a variety of grasses, plants, trees, flowers and, if you’re lucky, wildlife. And that’s exactly the focus of the city’s Trails Day. On June 2, the city’s festival commission and parks department is inviting residents to Ralston Central Park, Majestic View Park and Nature Center, and the Two Ponds National Refuge to experience Ar-
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Guided 3-mile nature walks
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Recreational bike rides
Environmental education displays
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*Shuttle service is available to and from each location. The city recommends parking at City Hall and walking the Ralston Creek Trail or shuttling to each location.
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vada’s great outdoors. “It’s celebrating Arvada and the trails we have,” said Brenda Berg, the city’s special events coordinator. Beginning at 8:30 a.m. residents can walk, bike or drive to any of the three venues and check out the activities. From guided nature walks and live animal demonstrations, to a family bike ride, a half-marathon and a sustainable fine art market, the event has something for all interests and abilities, Berg said. “This event brings the community together,” Berg said, “and it’s a lot of fun, with a lot of fun things and fun learning throughout the day.” For more details, visit www.arvadafestivals.com.
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WILDCATS AIM HIGH
Arvada West’s graduation this year was held on the morning of May 20, at the 1st Bank Center in Broomfield. The class, decked out in black robes for the boys, and white for the girls, were recognized for their years of hard work, and academic achievement. For their class quote, the seniors chose this line that is occasionally attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson: “What lies behind us and what lies before us are small matters compared to what lies within us.”
PHOTOS BY JASON ROGERS
Arvada West 2016 graduate Olivia Devita shakes hands with a faculty member on May 20. Devita was among the many graduates to thank their teachers during the graduation ceremony, held at the 1st Bank Center.
A-West graduates Emily Babin, Michael Gichert and Ashley Milburn embrace during the Wildcats 2016 graduation ceremony.
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ways been in the 50’s. In 2015 it fell to 53 as more young people entered the profession. Twenty percent of NAR members have been in the business less than a year. Think for a moment how hard it must be for a 20-something to succeed in real estate as his or her first career. It would be a huge act of faith for any homeowner to entrust what is typically the biggest transaction of their life to a young licensee with little apparent experience. The only way I see a “newbie” succeeding in real estate is if their parent is an experienced Realtor who can give them leads and support them in servicing those leads. Lacking a parent, try to befriend an experienced Realtor who will hire you as an assistant and let you shadow him/her in their day-to-day business and mentor you in building your own. Have you noticed there are lot of women in
real estate? It wasn’t that way before about 1970. It was RE/MAX, which was founded by a Vietnam War veteran, which first hired women agents, and now 56 percent of all brokers are women, and 66 percent of broker associates (aka, sales agents) are women. Seventy percent of Realtors are married, which is in line with the fact that most Realtors don’t earn a living wage and need other household income. Realtors are not a highly educated lot, in that only 30% of them have a college degree, and only 12% have a graduate degree. They do participate in our democracy, in that 94% are registered to vote and 89% voted in the last national election and 77% voted in their local elections. The NAR survey was compiled from 10,194 responses — a 6.8% response rate.
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PANTHER PRIDE
Pomona’s graduating Class of 2016 graduated at the 1st Bank Center in Broomfield, Thursday, May 19. Students from the graduating class earned more than $2 million in scholarships and grants to help with higher education.
PHOTOS BY CRYSTAL ANDERSON
The Pomona graduating Class of 2016 toss their caps into the air in celebration. Chris Rosipajla, Pomona’s student body president, quoted from a college commencement speaker’s address, as he spoke to his classmates: “You’re going to be doing things and you are going to be scared. It’s natural. Everybody is. And when that happens, and it’s going to happen more than once, do me a favor: go back to the days of your childhood. Go in the 100-Acre-Wood, take a deep breath and just say, I’m stronger than I seem, I’m braver than I believe, and I’m smarter than I think. And then go do it, that’s what it is.” Rosipajla was the first of his class to accept a diploma, and with a bright smile on his face he bro-hugged his principal, Andy Geise.
Four seniors wave a final hello and mouth the words “thank you” to friends, family and parents for helping them to make it to this point.
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“A BULLDOG IS A BULLDOG”
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Arvada High School’s 2016 seniors took their final steps as high schoolers last Friday, May 20, as they stepped up to receive their diplomas at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in Denver. An estimated 188 students were scheduled to earn their diplomas. “A Bulldog is a bulldog and that’s pretty cool #squadgoals,” Lauren Pettit, one of Arvada’s five valedictorians, said as part of her speech.
PHOTOS BY CRYSTAL ANDERSON
Full of pride and joy, Gerardo Godoy smiles brightly as he prepares to walk across the stage at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in Denver and receive his diploma.
Wanting to remember this moment, friends Camille Villatoro and Hillary Nguyen paused for a photo op before they lined up in the processional.
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participating entity is being asked to support the grant, which requires a 17.2 percent financial match from partnering areas. The Arvada council is one of the several municipalities and counties involved with the trail that must decide whether or
not to support the grant. The Rocky Mountain Greenway Trail Project is planned to eventually extend from the Rocky Mountain Arsenal in Commerce City through the cities of Arvada, Broomfield, Boulder, Superior and Westminster to eventually connect to Rocky Mountain National Park. Arvada’s part in the project construction will end with the completion of the trail that connects the Two Ponds and Rocky Flats national wildlife refuges. This
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area will be dedicated on June 4, during Arvada’s Trails Day celebration. Approval of the Arvada resolution gives the city and other supporting entities a voice in an intergovernmental agreement that would dictate terms of use for the grant, if it is granted by the Federal Lands Access Programs. Once the grant is initiated, affected cities and counties will discuss what they’d financially like to contribute, what conditions — such as testing — they’d like to require, and how
to ensure safe crossings for pedestrians and cyclists. “While I can see that there may potentially be any type of dangerous situation out at Rocky Flats, I can also very clearly see a very dangerous situation that is trail users trying to cross Indiana or 128 at grade,” said Councilman John Marriott. “Participating in a grant program like this to try and solve this and those absolutely clear dangers is, I feel, the right decision for Arvada.”
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May 26, 2016
STANDLEY LAKE GATORS GRADUATE
Standley Lake’s orchestra helped make the school’s 2016 graduation ceremony on May 19 all the more special. Pictured are musicians, from left, Emily Butler, Skyler Gunter and Stephanie Rold. Photos by Jason Rogers
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That precious summer time I’ve been giving a lot of thought lately to the idea of resources — who has them, who needs them, which ones matter. Some of that consideration is, of course, professional. The Jeffco school district will ask voters this fall for more resources — specifically, more money — so it can create other new resources in the form of buildings and classroom spaces. There’s also the campaign for president of the United States, in which there is a great deal of talk about money: Who has it, who doesn’t have it, whose fault it is that some people don’t have enough of it, and how do we best go about trying to make more of it accessible to those who don’t have enough. That, of course, is only fitting. The president is the head of a government whose primary power comes through the collection and distribution of money. Even when that conversation wanders into other policies, like national defense or immigration, it is really a conversation about how to allocate money. Around my house, a different resource occupies a lot of our consideration — energy. I don’t know how it is for you, but after we spend our days working (to acquire money), and shuttling children to their activities, there are many things we look at that need doing, even some things that re-
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quire no money. What they require is energy. And, frankly, there are too many nights that we look around and say “we need to work on that,” and then tell ourselves that we’ll get to it ... in a couple minutes. Two hours later, we barely remember what it was we needed to work on; and, when we do, it’s too late to get it done. Notice how I kept saying “we” there?
Actually, mostly me. And, yes, I recognize that the energy to get a thing done is closely linked to the will to get a thing done. In fact, many resources are closely linked to willpower, and, if the latter is lacking, the former never seems to be in abundance, either. But the one resource that seems impervious to energy, money or willpower is the one resource that I’ve concluded is the single most important one: time. Immutable, unmovable, indifferent — time. Ask the parent of a kid who just graduated last week what they want more of with their children, and they likely won’t
tell you about things they didn’t buy them or the stuff they didn’t get done. They’ll show you a picture of their graduate as a four-year old in a princess dress, or smiling after scoring his first goal, and they’ll ask “Where did the time go?” Even in schools, as much as they talk about books to buy and technology to put in the kids’ hands and new buildings, what really gets teachers worked up is time. You want to put teachers in a tailspin? Tell them the amount of instructional time they get with their kids is going to be cut. And, no, the mandates and the testing aren’t going to change. In fact, every time a new expectation is placed upon teachers, the first thing that runs through their minds is a reshuffling of their time to try and meet it. And then they decide what to eliminate, because, remember, efficiency experts say the most effective people devote no time to things and people that don’t lead them towards accomplishment. So, welcome to summer. For many of us, that creates about 80 days in which we have more of that most precious resource. What are you going to do with yours? 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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The sixth annual Golden Games took place May 20-22 and lots of people attended, either as spectators or competitors. We asked folks at Clear Creek White Water Park in Golden on May 21 to name their favorite water sport to watch or in which to participate. Here is what they said:
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“Stand-up paddleboard. I love it. It gives me peace, and it’s a challenge. This is my fourth summer competing, and I keep getting better.” — Beverly Sunie, Arvada
“Water skiing because it’s a lot of fun. You get outside, and you get exercise.” — Aaron Harrison, Thornton
“Whitewater rafting because it’s intense.” — Dustin Meyer, Lakewood “I’m a big-time kayaker. It gets my adrenaline going.” — Jordyn Rector, Golden
“Kayaking (to watch). It fills an inner athleticism that I don’t have.” — Jenny Haacker, Spokane, Washington “Whitewater rafting to participate. There’s relaxation, but it’s also active.” — Kelly Haacker, Fort Collins
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Just 21 days to a more truthful politician Conventional wisdom holds that it takes 21 days to form a habit, whether it’s going to the gym, changing your bedtime routine or finding five minutes a day to meditate. If we practice new behavior for 21 days, it becomes habitual … something that is done regularly or repeatedly. I recently undertook a 21-day journey to lower my cholesterol, following strict proportions of healthy fats, carbs and protein. It worked — my numbers dropped 47 points in just three months. The other good news is that, by practicing good nutrition, I’ve gained new habits I can use for a lifetime. I also learned that habits are easy to fall back on – that’s why we rely on them so much. What’s become ingrained in us requires little conscious thought, and, once we’ve formed them, our habits – for good or ill – have predictable outcomes. Lowering my cholesterol with a healthy diet is an example of a good outcome. Hunting for my keys every morning
because I have a habit of dropping them just anywhere when I walk in the door after work is an example of a lessthan-desirable, but still completely predictable, outcome. Watching Donald Trump these past few months – first Andrea Doray with amusement, ALCHEMY then with amazement, anger, fear and now dread – I recognize that he relies on habits he has formed over the years. Calling people names (or worse) when they disagree with him. Denigrating entire religions, races and genders. Inciting violence with veiled references to cheating, riots and vigilantes. Hiding behind bankruptcies and tax returns that
he won’t reveal or discuss. Trump lies and pretends he’s not. Or perhaps he doesn’t even know that he is, such as when he cited nonexistent news footage of nonexistent Muslim crowds cheering as the Twin Towers came down. He considers himself the center of the universe, boasting of his sexual prowess and conquests, and once compared his fears of STDs in his dating life to fighting in the Vietnam War. This type of behavior comes so easily on the campaign trail because it’s habitual for this megalomaniacal bully who just so happens to be seeking the highest office in the land. It’s easy because it’s a habit, and effective because Trump knows exactly what the outcomes will be. There are only two months until the Republican National Convention, where Trump will likely emerge as the presidential nominee (hence, my dread). Then he would have about 120 days until the general election. In that time, Mr. Trump,
surely you can find 21 days in which to develop habits that befit our Commander in Chief. It’s probably too much to ask that, in this short amount of time, you develop tolerance, empathy and thoughtful and considered policies. So if you can gain only one habit, here it is: Stick to the facts. The very Establishment politicians you rail against have a far better grasp of reality than you do. Try talking regularly and repeatedly only about that which can be proved as truth, on topics relevant to more of the American people than just your supporters. Of course, then you won’t have much to say, which, in my opinion, would be the most desirable outcome.
about this. We feel (and research shows) this would be bad for our children, bad for academics, way too expensive, bad for the environment, wasteful, short sighted, and shameful to just dispose of a school that has been a community staple for over 50 years. The school board is hosting a series of events geared toward parents and getting their feedback. Parents/community members are encouraged to attend to discuss their school and give their opinions before the school board votes on the issue. The events are dispersed throughout Jeffco with the focus of the meetings on the school in the area of the meeting on the different nights. The meeting our community will be attending is at Wheat Ridge High School on June 8. Jessica Trimble, Wheat Ridge
ballot measures is appropriate. We the citizens of Colorado and The Nation as a whole are fed up with our ineffective, politically motivated and non productive government. Whether it’s Mr. Obama and his “I know better than you” executive actions, self-centered school board members booted by recall or one of the least productive Colorado Legislative sessions in
history, there is a rising tide of people that expect fair and efficient legislative action at all levels of government. Trump and Sanders have tapped into this substantial unrest. I pray it continues for a few years to really affect change both at the federal and state level. Maybe Mike realizes we to clean house and start over. Ed Lippert, Arvada
Andrea Doray is a writer who also dreads the upcoming election season, which is sure to be full of sordid tactics, personal attacks and deceitful maneuverings from both sides. Contact her at a.doray@andreadoray.com.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR School board facility plan demands attention I don’t know if anyone else has told you this, but the Jefferson County School Board has proposed a new plan that would be district wide and is the source of major contention in the community. Part of this plan includes closing eight schools, redefining boundaries, combining sixth grade with middle school, and creating mega elementary schools with 750-plus children. The school board has already been a source of a lot of media attention over the last year, so I was a little surprised that they would present something so controversial so soon after just being elected, but ... here it is. I personally live in Applewood where they are proposing to close my neighborhood elementary school (Stober Elementary), rebuild another elementary school a couple miles away (Vivian Elementary), and combine both of those schools into one huge elementary school. I, along with every other parent at the school I’ve spoken to and the PTA, are very upset
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CULTURE FA I T H FA M I L Y FOOD HEALTH
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espite being a practicing pagan since she was 13 years old, it wasn’t until a few years ago that Angela Priest decided to out herself to people she knew. “Most of the time I kept it to myself because I just didn’t want to have that conversation with a lot of people I used to work with,” she said. “Now I tell people, including some of my old co-workers, what I’m doing and just let their own minds stir over that. I’m not going to give them an explanation or an apology.” Priest, a resident of Golden Gate Canyon, is one of a small but devoted group of people who have been practicing some of the world’s oldest religions for years. Paganism is a broad umbrella term for earth-based polytheistic religions — anything from Greek traditions to Nordic, Celtic and beyond. Unlike Abrahamic religions (Judaism, Christianity and Islam), pagans are devoted to many gods and goddesses and select their own paths of worship and study. “I identify as pagan first, because ‘pagan’ is a broad term for many religions,” explained Thornton resident Amy Hall, in an email interview. “Most non-pagans don’t know the specific types of paganism, such as Wiccan, Druid, Heathen, etc., so it is just simpler to do as such. If someone knows what pagan is, I can specify Druid to them.” Most contemporary pagan religions “are twentieth-century creations, beginning in the 1930s in parts of Eastern Europe and somewhat later in Western Europe and North America,” according to an article by Chas S. Clifton, professor at Colorado State University-Pueblo in the Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Religion. “New Pagan religions represent both radical individualism and a hunger for communal identity,” said Clifton in the article. “They are often described as ‘post-,’ for example post-Christian, postmodern or post-Communist, yet virtually all are engaged in an archaeological mining of past practices, knowledge, attitudes, and lore. Today’s Pagan theologians often argue that the old gods have re-emerged on their own timetable, but it is also possible to see this reemergence in historical terms, as an expression of literary Romanticism and of the increasing emphasis on individual experience over communal tradition that has only grown for the past two hundred years.” Priest, who now practices Wicca and witchcraft, was first drawn to paganism when she was young by a family friend who was a Native American medicine woman. “I wanted something out of the norm,” she said. “At first I thought it was all fun and games, but I came to see this is a real religion and way of life.” The pagan path is one Hall has been on for more than 20 years, after finding herself unsatisfied with her Christian upbringing. “The Christian path just did not feel right for my personal ways of viewing the world,” she wrote. “I always felt very connected with nature, seeing myself as part of the natural world rather than having dominion over it.” Both Priest and Hall are high priestesses who can perform rituals and teach new members, though the vast array of paths in paganism means there is no central body, doctrine or texts. Most pagans honor the four major and four minor sabbats, which are called the Wheel of the Year. The sabbats are seasonal festivals based on solstices and equinoxes (of which there are two each) and the midpoints between the solstices and equinoxes. Every six weeks there is a holiday that honors the earth and human’s connection to it, Hall said. How a pagan worships or prays depends on the individual, as well as if they are a member of a group — whether that is a coven, kindred, grove or other gathering. Some pagans elect to worship on their own, and like any other religion there are nonactive members who believe but do
A look at modern paganism By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com
WHAT DOES IT MEAN? CUUPS (Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans) — The Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans (CUUPS) is an organization dedicated to networking paganidentified Unitarian Universalists, educating people about paganism, promoting interfaith dialogue, developing pagan liturgies and theologies, and supporting pagan-identified UU religious professionals. Pentagram — An ancient symbol of protection in paganism. Pagans who wear it are often seen as Satanists, but Satanists wear an inverted or upside down pentagram. Sabbat — Sabbats are seasonal festivals based on solstices and equinoxes (of which there are two each) and the midpoints between the solstices and equinoxes. The solstices and equinoxes are known as the quarter days, and the midpoints between them are called the cross quarter days.
Children in the Jefferson Unitarian Church Convent of Unitarian Universalist Pagans celebrate Beltane in 2010. Courtesy of the Jefferson Unitarian Church Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans
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PAGAN HOLIDAYS Samhain is the most known of the major pagan holidays (Halloween), followed by Imbolc (Feb. 1), Beltaine (May 1) and Lammas or Lughnasa (Aug. 1).
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Wicca — Wicca is a contemporary pagan religious movement. It was developed in England during the first half of the 20th century and was introduced to the public in 1954 by Gerald Gardner, a retired British civil servant. Wicca uses a variety of ancient pagan and 20th-century hermetic motifs for its structure and beliefs.
Many of the holidays are tied into the agrarian past of early civilizations, and celebrate harvests. The holidays are commonly celebrated with feasts and rituals.
Information on the Jefferson Unitarian Church CUUPS group http://www.meetup.com/JUCCUUPS/
Our goal is that we provide a safe place for solitary pagans to come and celebrate with us.” Angela Priest, member of the Jefferson Unitarian Church Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans
Decorations for Mabon, the autumnal equinox, set by the Jefferson Unitarian Church Convent of Unitarian Universalist Pagans. not attend rituals and ceremonies. Pagans can meet and worship anywhere, including their homes. Priest is a member of the Jefferson Unitarian Church CUUPS (Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans), which meets at the Jefferson Unitarian Church in Golden. “Our goal is that we provide a safe place for solitary pagans to come and celebrate with us,” she said. “Some are done being by themselves and they want a family.” The internet has made connection with other pagans easier and more readily available, and this has allowed for more inclusivity and community-building with different beliefs within paganism, Priest said. There are classes available, not only for members of the faith, but also those who are just curious. “‘Open mind, open heart, all are welcome’ is our motto,” Priest said. “And our No. 1 rule is do what you will, so long as it
Decorations for the Jefferson Unitarian Church Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans’s Ostara festival in 2013. Courtesy of the Jefferson Unitarian Church Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans
harms no one.” This inclusivity and education is important, since there are still many misconceptions about paganism, both Hall and Priest said. As with any religion there are bad apples, but they are the exception, not the rule. Hall and Priest said many people still think pagans are evil, practice black magic or are devil worshippers. “Pagans do not worship the Christian devil because we do not believe in the Christian devil,” Hall wrote. “When the early Christian church converted the ancient pagans, they described the pagan deities as the devil in order to get the pagans to worship their own monotheistic god instead. It was all about fear and control.” That fear is still around, Priest said, and modern pagans are often discriminated against, subjected to violence and deri-
sion. Priest said pagan families have had their children taken by protective services out of fear and ignorance, and are often discriminated against in the workplace. “Most of our members live in fear of being outed,” she said. “I outed myself because you have the right to be who you are. You cannot be discriminated against for your religion.” Openness and acceptance are highlights of paganism for Hall and Priest, as is the focus on being a good person and celebrating the earth. “I actually have found pagans to uphold their morals more so than many Christians, for our religion does not condone people for who they are or whom they love,” Hall wrote. “I wish people knew that the majority of pagans are very good and kind people, ones who are connected to the earth on a spiritual level and want to protect it.”
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The waiting is the sweetest part Does anticipation make the reward better, or is it all about getting the reward as quickly as possible? It’s a question worth considering with the absolute avalance of surprise album releases in the past month. Consider this — since April we’ve heard new albums from Beyoncé, Radiohead, Drake, James Blake and Chance The Rapper, all released with about a week’s notice. Some, like Blake, dropped hours after being announced. The idea of surprise-releasing an album is a relatively new marketing strategy, and almost entirely a result of the digital market’s dominance of the music industry. Beyoncé gets the much-deserved credit for pioneering the approach with her self-titled release in 2013, which arrived completely out of the blue in midDecember. In the 2 1/2 years since, artists from Eric Church to My Bloody Valentine have embraced surprise releases as a way to avoid leaks that could hurt sales or streams. It’s also a way for artists to release their work on their terms, when they’re ready for audiences to hear the music. As a listener and music collector, I’m not entirely sold on the idea. An artist who approached the wait for an album release with panache and artistry was Kanye West, in the lead up to his 2010 album “My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy.” Every Friday he released
a new song from the album’s recording sessions, and it was a fantastic way to stoke excitement. I remember rushing home from work every Friday to download the new song, and engage with other fans online about whether Clarke Reader the track would LINER make the album and, if not, why. NOTES This led to heated discussions and debate, and by the end I positively couldn’t wait for the release. I also worked at a record store for more than five years, and I remember the excitement when a favorite artist announced a new album. The announcement typically came at least two months before the release (sometimes longer) and allowed plenty of time to savor it. Usually, the announcement was accompanied by a single to give listeners a taste of what was to come, along with the album art. This allowed fans to pour over the images and decipher what the art hinted about the album’s sound and theme. Some of this still happens with surprise releases, but it’s difficult to scrutinize the album art while you’re simultaneously digesting the music for the first time.
CLARKE’S ALBUM OF THE WEEK Selection: Chance The Rapper’s “Coloring Book,” released independently.
gospel to stunning effect. He has delivered the perfect summer album just in time.
Review: Chicago’s Chance The Rapper finally returns with his long-awaited third mixtape and knocks all expectations out of the park. “Coloring Book” brims with love and warmth, and Chance artfully blends hip-hop and
Favorite song: “Juke Jam”
There is some nice democratization that comes with the surprise-release approach, and I understand why it appeals to artists. Instead of having a record label decide their single, they let listeners hear the whole album and select a single based on response. Releasing music this way also provides some room to breathe for artists, since it removes the looming specter of a deadline and allows them the freedom to breathe and create on their own schedule. Looking at the aforementioned albums, as well as surprise releases this year from Kendrick Lamar, Kanye West and Rihanna, there certainly seems to be something to the approach: almost all these artists delivered some of the best and most interesting albums of their careers. Appreciation of the music-release strategy is one of those things that probably changes with age, just like your ap-
Line that proves Chance is a bigger Harry Potter nerd than you: “Scars on my head I’m the boy who lived.”
proach to Christmas and birthdays will. When we’re young, we all want Christmas and birthdays to happen as quickly as possible to get our presents. Yet, as I’ve aged I have far more appreciation for the lead-up to these events. The joy lessens from just tearing into the gifts. Instead, I take delight in the countdown, the slow unwrapping and appreciation. I will never complain about new, great music, regardless of the delivery. I just miss the anticipation. It is, after all, half the fun. Clarke Reader’s column on how music connects to our lives appears every other week. A community editor with Colorado Community Media, will take the new Frank Ocean album any way he can get it. Check out his music blog at calmacil20. blogspot.com. And share what new releases you’re most eagerly awaiting at creader@ coloradocommunitymedia.com.
Run, reverend, run Preacher’s foot crusade to fight homelessness makes multiple metro-Denver stops By Jeremy Johnson jjohnson@coloradocommunitymedia.com For more than a dozen years, the Rev. David Warren of Open Door Ministries was telling a little white lie of sorts. “Ninteen years ago, when I was starting Open Door Ministries, I drove to 106 churches in six days to share the vision for this ministry. I called it `Walk the City,’ even though I was driving,” he said. “I got the idea from Mayor Wellington Webb, who had ‘walked the city’ during his campaign. I wore a suit and tennis shoes like he had done.” He met many pastors and called it a great experience. But then, as part of the ministry’s ongoing fundraising efforts in light of continued growth, ODM — as Warren calls it — started hosting an annual 5K race. And this year, Warren — a runner himself — has decided to run an even more literal outreach. “I’ve always been a runner,” Warrend said, and “the idea of running back to 100 churches came to me.” Spreading the word 100 times over Run for the Door 5K has helped Denver’s homeless population for seven years. And now this year, Warren has upped the challenge of raising awareness. Warren recently wrapped up running 100 miles to 100 churches to raise awareness of the May 28 run at Cheesman Park — and to raise $100,000 in funding to fight homelessness. “I thank the churches for helping over the years,” Warren said. “I share a little of what ODM does for those who don’t know. I read a story of a changed life. I advertise the 5K.” Warren started his runs May 14 and finished Monday after visiting churches all over the metro area, including regionally in Thornton, Westminster, Broomfield, Lakewood and Arvada. Along the way, Warren shared with parishioners and preachers alike the many success stories of the people who have been helped by one of the 17 different Open Door Ministries operating throughout urban Denver. “It’s been absolutely wonderful,” he said. “I’ve been at new churches and met staff and pastors I never knew before. Most importantly, I’m sharing stories with them of real lives that have been transformed.”
Real people, real success stories One story Warren likes to tell is of a young woman named Carina, who came from a broken home and spent more than a decade in the ODM children’s and youth programs, only to graduate valedictorian of her high school class, be honored with the Hero Award by Jeffco Schools Foundation and receive a full ride to Grinnell College in Iowa. “There is nothing quite like watching God transform lives,” Warren said. “Carina is just finishing up her freshman year … and we are excited to see her this summer.” Another story is of Shirley, an Esther House resident who came from the street addicted to drugs and alcohol. “This program really helped me,” Shirley said. “It put God back in my life and it showed me love, gave me peace of mind … and loving friends. This program has really brought me closer to God.” Now, Shirley said she’s clean and sober and doing her own good deeds, while attending computer class and going to school for her GED. “God has really blessed me,” she said. Finding blessings every step of the way As for blessings, Warren considers running almost as much a consecration as the work of his ministry. He does not, however, enjoy competition and “races” only once a year — during ODM’s Run for the Door 5K. “I love to run for many reasons, but the main reason is the stress relief of it,” he said. “It’s time to be alone. Sometimes I think, but other times I turn off my brain, which is wonderful. I love the challenge of pushing myself.” Warren said he also loves the peacefulness of the running water as he trots along the Platte Valley Trail near his home. “Running by the water and near the trees is peaceful, and reminds me of my old crosscountry days,” he said. Running, of course, also gives Warren time to reflect on the scriptures of the Bible and the parallels of running and spirituality. “The writers of the Scripture often used running as an illustration of the Christian or spiritual life,” he said, referring to Hebrews 12:1-2, which reads “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.” That, in essence, is what running — and the Run for the Door 5K — is all about, Warren said. “Running is time to put everything aside,” he said. “Set your eyes on a goal and go for it.”
The Rev. David Warren with Open Door Ministries kicked off a campaign this spring to run 100 miles to 100 churches to raise awareness of the May 28 Run for the Door 5K race benefiting Denver metro area homeless. Here he is posing in front of Foothills Community Church in Arvada. Courtesy photos
Warren’s Open Door Ministries has for seven years hosted the Run for the Door 5K race benefiting the homeless population in the Denver metro region. Here, Warren stops to chat with North Metro Church staff in Thornton as part of a campaign this spring to run 100 miles to 100 churches to raise awareness of the annual race event at Cheesman Park.
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Dance company to play Lakewood, Lone Tree Zikr Dance Company member prepares for a role in “Samsara,” a new ballet created and choreographed by David Taylor for the spiritually-oriented Zikr Dance Company. Performances will be in Denver, Lakewood and Lone Tree. (Samsara is a Sanskrit word that means birth, death and reincarnation.) Courtesy photo
Zikr troupe has ballet artists, classically trained performers By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com The Zikr Dance Company will appear at Lakewood Cultural Center June 4 and 5 and at Lone Tree Arts Center June 11 and 12 in a program called “Samsara,” which will premiere a new work by artistic director David Taylor and reprise some of the company’s earlier pieces. The company’s roster includes five dancers from Colorado Ballet and eight other classically trained local dancers. The first half of the program will premiere a new duet, “Altar,” featuring Kurtis Irwin and Ryan Lee, accompanied by an original score by Boulder musician composer Jesse Manno
(who wrote music for Taylor’s popular “Rainforest” score in 1995.) Also in the first half is “Sadhu.” Taylor explained that “Sadhu” is a religious ascetic, usually Hindu or Buddhist, and the ballet is set to exciting music by Philip Glass. “In Your Eyes,” an audience favorite, will also be performed. Taylor said “Samsara” is a Sanskrit word that means the cycle of birth, death and reincarnation, a prevalent concept in Eastern religious traditions. The new ballet, which fills the second half of the production, focuses on this idea, set to the progressive art/rock music of Yes. It includes dancers ascending and descending onstage on fly lines and is also accompanied by special effects created by University of ColoradoDenver professor Bryan Leister. These will include “projection mapping” effects, generated by a computer and the
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ABOUT THIS SECTION Colorado is known across the world as a winter-weather destination. Snow and skiing are what bring scores of visitors to the Centennial State each year. But as anyone who has spent a few seasons here knows, the summer is pretty special, too. And we’re almost there. So now what? Plan a getaway, if just for a day. No need to leave the state. Plenty of fun, festive and funky adventures await within Colorado’s borders. Experience the old West at towns you hadn’t heard of. Celebrate and sample corn and chicken at separate events. Hop in a hot air balloon. Watch a cowboy get tossed from a giant bull. In this section, we’ll tell you a little about those sites and events, as well as many more. They may take you off the beaten path, but you can still make it home in time for dinner or spend a night and head home the next morning. We’ve left out more than we’ve included, of course. We don’t have enough pages and you don’t have enough time for it all. But summer will be back next year. — Chris Rotar
Places to go Leadville WHERE IS IT? Take I-70 west to Copper Mountain, and head south on State Road 91 — about 2 hours and 100 miles west of Denver. NEED TO KNOW: The Wild West is still alive in Leadville, where legends like Doc Holliday and Wyatt Earp once roamed the streets. Experience the romance and tragedy of Baby Doe Tabor’s life at the Matchless Mine ($10), stop for a drink at the Silver Dollar Saloon, and don’t miss the unforgettable National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum ($12). Lodging and camping abound. FUN FACT: Oscar Wilde patronized the Silver Dollar Saloon in 1882, and reported, “Over the piano was printed a notice: PLEASE DO NOT SHOOT THE PIANIST. HE IS DOING HIS BEST.” MORE INFORMATION: leadville.com
Never Summer Nordic Yurts WHERE IS IT? Never Summer Nordic’s collection of yurts are scattered throughout State Forest State
Leadville is a destination of choice for those who want to experience a slice of the old West. Photo by Kevin Swinicki / Shutterstock.com Park, just over Cameron Pass at the west end of Poudre Canyon on State Road 14, about 2 hours west of Fort Collins, overall about 3 hours and 150 miles from Denver. NEED TO KNOW: Never Summer operates 10 yurts and cabins nestled
among the alpine splendor of north-central Colorado, where moose stroll through wildflower-dappled meadows beneath snowcapped peaks. The yurts are primitive, with no electricity or running water, but equipped with bunk beds, propane stoves and lanterns, and fully stocked
woodsheds. Prices start at $85 a night. FUN FACT: Many of the peaks in the adjacent Never Summer Mountains are named after cloud types, such as Mount Cumulus and Mount Cirrus. MORE INFORMATION: neversummernordic.com
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Places to go Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad WHERE IS IT? The Colorado end of the trip, which descends to the town of Chama, New Mexico, begins in the little town of Antonito, southwest of Alamosa in the San Luis Valley, about 4 hours and 250 miles southwest of Denver on U.S. Highway 285. NEED TO KNOW: A cousin to the better-known Durango & Silverton train, the steampowered, narrow gauge railroad winds 64 miles through conifer and aspen forests, mountain meadows, and along rocky ledges and cliffs. The train traverses 10,015-foot Cumbres Pass. Lunch is provided at the halfway point in Osier. A variety of schedules are available, and tickets range from $95 to $185. FUN FACT: The Cumbres & Toltec was used in the opening sequence of the film “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.” MORE INFORMATION: cumbrestoltec.com
Bent’s Old Fort WHERE IS IT? 35110 State Highway 194, halfway between Press LaArvada Junta and Las Animas, 3
The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad winds through conifer and aspen forests, mountain meadows, and along rocky ledges and cliffs. Photo by Joseph Sohm / Shutterstock. com
hours and 180 miles southeast of Denver NEED TO KNOW: Bent’s Old Fort was a colossal trading post on the Santa Fe Trail, and hosted legions of important figures in Old West history. The meticulously rebuilt fort along the bucolic Arkansas River features a working blacksmith shop, living history demonstrations, and a bevy of enthusiastic re-enactors. Kids will love the cannons and
strolling the parapets. FUN FACT: Weary travelers traversing the perilous plains in the early 1800s marveled at the fort’s opulence, including a rec room that featured a massive billiards table. MORE INFORMATION: www. nps.gov/beol
Bishop’s Castle WHERE IS IT? 12705 State
Highway 165, Rye, 3 hours and 160 miles south of Denver, southwest of Pueblo NEED TO KNOW: Jim Bishop has been working on his hand-built stone castle since 1969, now topped with numerous towers of staggering height. Always open and always free, visitors can climb the lofty, handrailfree pinnacles at their own risk — this isn’t Disneyland.
Somewhere between whimsical and grotesque, the castle is crowned with a hand-made fire-breathing dragon’s head. Bishop himself is often on hand, but parents beware, he’s pretty rough around the edges. FUN FACT: Bishop claims the castle won’t be finished until the day he doesn’t wake up again. MORE INFORMATION: bishopcastle.org
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Places to go Visitors won’t be surprised that Georgetown was a significant player in Colorado’s gold rush of 1859. Photo by Arina P. Habich / Shutterstock. com
Georgetown WHERE IS IT? 45 minutes west of Denver on I-70 NEED TO KNOW: Though often overlooked by I-70 weekend warriors making their way to the more ritzy towns farther west, the plucky little mining town of Georgetown offers a quick and easy getaway. Surprises abound in the quirky shops on Sixth Street, including the charming Georgetown Rock Shop. Stop at the Happy Cooker for the best bagels and lox you’ll find this side of New York. Traverse stunning Guanella Pass for an epic drive home. FUN FACT: Georgetown was among the first and most significant towns of Colorado’s earliest gold rush in 1859. MORE INFORMATION: georgetowncolorado.org
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WHERE IS IT? The Trail of the Ancients Scenic Byway encompasses a massive area in the Four Corners area, but Colhorado’s most interesting stretch begins in Cortez, stretching northwest along U.S. Highway 491, and turning west on Montezuma County Road CC and southwest on County Road 10 at Lowry Pueblo. NEED TO KNOW: While the magnificent cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park are well-known, the lonely scrublands to the northwest yield mysterious ruins of their own. Start your journey at the lovely Anasazi Heritage Center in Dolores ($3 for adults, kids free). Continue northwest to the crumbling castle of Lowry Pueblo. Turn southwest toward Hovenweep
and Canyons of the Ancients national monuments, where ruins and petroglyphs abound. Intrepid hikers will be rewarded. Don’t forget the snakebite kit. FUN FACT: More people lived in the Four Corners region a thousand years ago than do today. MORE INFORMATION: trailoftheancients.com
Picketwire Canyonlands WHERE IS IT? Drive south of La Junta on State Road 109 for 13 miles, then west on Otero County Road 802 for 8 miles. Turn left on County Road 25 and go south 6 miles to the Picketwire Corrals. High-clearance vehicles can continue 3 miles east to a trailhead descending into the canyon (though a surprising number of small cars make the final leg). NEED TO KNOW: The Picketwire Canyonlands are a shocking affront to the image of Colorado’s east as flat and boring. A several-mile hike along the canyon floor takes visitors past sublime geology, ruins, petroglyphs and the longest dinosaur tracksite in North America. Spectacular (and free) campsites line the mesa top, though camping is off-limits on the canyon bottom. FUN FACT: The name Picketwire is an Anglicization of the river’s original name, “Rio de las Animas Perdidas en Purgatorio,” or the “River of the Lost Souls in Purgatory,” so named for a legendary Spanish expedition rumored to have been massacred here. MORE INFORMATION: exploresoutheastcolorado.com/ picketwire.htm
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The ghost town of St. Elmo will conjure images of days gone by for those who visit. Photo by Ian Barnes / Shutterstock photo
St. Elmo WHERE IS IT? Southwest of Buena Vista on Chaffee County Road 162, 3 hours and 140 miles southwest of Denver off U.S. Highway 24 NEED TO KNOW: Among Colorado’s most picturesque ghost towns, St. Elmo’s diminutive main street is home to a variety of quaint old structures, notably the still-bustling St. Elmo General Store, replete with funky antiques. Rustic cabins are for
rent (starting at $79). A log bench across the dirt street swarms with playful chipmunks eager to eat food out of visitors’ palms. Tourists with beefy vehicles can head in all directions into unparalleled high-country adventure. FUN FACT: Originally called Forest City, the Post Office demanded the town change its name because too many others already bore the same name, so one of St. Elmo’s founders renamed the town after a novel he was reading. MORE INFORMATION: st-elmo.com
Manitou Penny Arcade WHERE IS IT? 900 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs, 1½ hours and 75 miles south of Denver off U.S. Highway 24 NEED TO KNOW: The Penny Arcade’s collection of classic arcade games may inspire a rush of nostalgia from the baby boomer and Gen-X sets, with a variety of classics like Ms. Pac-Man and Galaga, but
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Rifle Falls is a spot to try for those looking for a taste of the tropics in the Western Slope. Photo by Paul Gana / Shutterstock.com
WHERE IS IT? Northwest of the town of New Castle, 3½ hours and 180 miles west of Denver off I-70 NEED TO KNOW: Rifle Falls, a glorious triple waterfall cascading down limestone cliffs, feels like a lush tropical oasis amid the high desert of the Western Slope. The cliffs are riddled with caves, including a famous 90-foot-deep alcove behind the falls. Daily passes are $7, and campsites start at $20. Try to visit on a weekday to beat the crowds. FUN FACT: Rifle Creek, which lends its name to the falls and the nearby town of Rifle, is rumored to be named for a gun left behind by a fur trapper since lost to history. MORE INFORMATION: cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/ RifleFalls — Compiled by David Gilbert
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Bull riding is among the events at the Greeley Stampede, which takes place June 23 through July 4. Photo by Lincoln Rogers / Shutterstock.com
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ABOUT: Fruita’s most famous resident was Mike, a chicken who lived 18 months after his decapitation. The town honors the ghoulish sideshow attraction with a festival in his honor, featuring the “Run Like a Headless Chicken” 5K race, chicken-eating contests and a car show. It’s a no-brainer. WHERE: Fruita, 4 hours and 250 miles west of Denver on I-70 WHEN: June 3-4 COST: Free
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ABOUT: Salida’s signature summer event is a celebration of the rollicking Arkansas River that blasts through town. Events include a variety of river races, including the Hooligan Race, in which participants barrel along in anything other than a boat, and the Freestyle Kayak event, where kayakers show off their stunt skills. WHERE: Downtown Salida, 3 hours and 142 miles southwest of Denver via U.S. Highway 285 and State Road 291
ABOUT: Up-and-coming Greeley hosts the annual Stampede, a rootin’ tootin’ high-summer blowout featuring professional and kids rodeos, bull riding, “American bullfighting,” chuckwagon cooking demonstrations, a demolition derby and a rockin’ lineup of concerts including Lady Antebellum and Vince Neil
of Mötley Crüe. WHERE: Island Grove Regional Park, 600 N 14th Ave., Greeley, 1 hour and 60 miles north of Denver on U.S. Highway 85 WHEN: June 23-July 4 COST: Adults are $5, with concerts and events extra MORE INFORMATION: greeleystampede.org
Donkey Derby Days ABOUT: The always funloving town of Cripple Creek kicks its giddy mayhem into high gear for Donkey Derby Days,
featuring a race down Bennett Avenue by the town’s resident donkey herd, thought to be descended from the original herd present during the gold rush. Other events include concerts, gold mine tours and a dog show. WHERE: Cripple Creek, 2½ hours and 115 miles southwest of Denver via I-25, U.S. Highway 24 and State Road 67, on the other side of Pikes Peak from Colorado Springs WHEN: June 25-26 COST: Free MORE INFORMATION: visitcripplecreek.com/ events/donkey-derby-daysjune-25-26-2016
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What’s happening Balloons full of hot air will rise above Steamboat Springs on July 9 and 10. Shutterstock photo
Hot Air Balloon Rodeo ABOUT: The quiet mountain air around Steamboat Springs is broken in July by the blast of propane burners, as the sky fills with hot air balloons. Rodeo events include balloon pilots dipping their baskets in Bald Eagle Lake. Nearby West Lincoln Park hosts a concurrent art festival, and the days wind down with guitar and piano concerts. WHERE: Bald Eagle Lake, 35565 South Highway 40, Steamboat Springs, 3 hours and 150 miles northwest of Denver on U.S. Highway 40 WHEN: July 9-10 COST: Free MORE INFORMATION: hotairballoonrodeo.com
Glenn Miller Swingfest ABOUT: Fort Morgan, the sleepy town on the shady South Platte River, honors hometown hero and big band leader Glenn Miller with its annual swing festival, featuring swing dancing to the World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra and several more bands. Other events include a fly-in at the
airport, a tour of the Miller family plot in the city’s cemetery and a screening of “The Glenn Miller Story” starring Jimmy Stewart. WHERE: City Park, Fort Morgan, 1¼ hours and 80 miles from Denver on I-76 WHEN: July 28-30 COST: Free MORE INFORMATION: glennmillerswingfest.com
RockyGrass ABOUT: Nestled beneath the red rock cliffs of the St. Vrain River, RockyGrass is a whirlwind of the biggest names in bluegrass. This year’s lineup includes the Sam Bush Bluegrass Band, Steep Canyon Rangers, Bela Fleck and Abigail Washburn. Originally founded by bluegrass icon Bill Monroe, RockyGrass has become a symbol of Lyons’ resiliency after the devastating flood of 2013. WHERE: Lyons, 1 hour and 45 miles northwest of Denver on U.S. Highway 36 WHEN: July 29-31 COST: Tickets start at $65, but often sell out far in advance. Hurry, or start perusing StubHub. MORE INFORMATION: bluegrass. com/rockygrass
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Olathe Sweet Corn Festival ABOUT: The world’s sweetest corn comes from the fields around the little town of Olathe, and every year the Western Slope turns out to celebrate. Corn-eating contests and concerts abound. Though this year’s schedule is yet to be finalized, previous years have hosted Wynonna Judd, LeAnn Rimes and Styx. Keep your ear out. WHERE: Olathe, 5 hours and 280 miles southwest of Denver via I-70 and U.S. Highway 50 WHEN: Aug. 6 COST: Adults $10, children under 12 are $5, family pack (2 adults 2 kids) $30 MORE INFORMATION: olathesweetcornfest.com
Palisade Peach Festival ABOUT: The lush orchards along the Colorado River beneath the harsh desert surrounding Palisade are the backdrop of this festival for those who enjoy goin’ to the country to eat a lot of peaches. The festival features recipe contests, orchard tours, peach eating contests and the annual election of the Town Grouch. Local wineries’ products make this event
just peachy. WHERE: Palisade, 4 hours and 230 miles west of Denver on I-70 WHEN: Aug. 19-20 COST: Free MORE INFORMATION: palisadepeachfest.com
Colorado State Fair ABOUT: No list of Colorado summer events would be complete without the Colorado State Fair, the grande dame of the Centennial State’s old-fashioned festivities. This year’s concert lineup is a who’s who of exactly the sort of bands you’d expect at a state fair, including Foreigner, Travis Tritt and Huey Lewis & The News. Highlights include exhibition halls filled with prize pigs and calves, and surprisingly engrossing scores of 4-H projects. Oh, and one heck of a monster truck show. WHERE: Colorado State Fair Events Center, 1001 Beulah Ave, Pueblo, 2 hours and 115 miles south of Denver on I-25 WHEN: Aug. 26-Sept. 5 COST: Admission starts at $7, with numerous ride packages available. MORE INFORMATION: coloradostatefair.com — Compiled by David Gilbert
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Jeffco walkers promote health and wellness
Health department’s Active Living Coalition conducts walk audits in the county
Participating on a walk audit on May 11, Golden resident Sherry Stuart points out an area where weeds are growing onto the walking path of the sidewalk on North Ford Street in Golden. City councilor Saoirse Charis-Graves takes a picture to document it for her notes on the audit, which will be examined by Jefferson County Public Health department’s Active Living Coalition. Photo by Christy Steadman
By Christy Steadman csteadman@coloradocommunitymedia.com Jaime Orten likes to walk so much that she bought her house in Golden about a year ago specifically because of the city’s walkability. “Walkability is important for health and wellness,” she said. Orten was part of a group of 14 residents and city employees who participated on a walk audit in Golden on May 11. Golden was one of four Jeffco cities that received a walk audit from the Jefferson County Public Health department’s Active Living Coalition, one of six coalitions in the county’s Health Improvement Network. The network focuses on improving healthy eating, active living and psychosocial well-being, with a spotlight on lowincome families with children. Partners in the network’s coalitions include schools, nonprofits, medical organizations, faith communities, government organizations, community members, students, scouting organizations and other sectors. Wheat Ridge, Westminster and Edgewater had walk audits on May 7. And on May 21, five walk audits are planned for areas around Lakewood. A walk audit is a tool used by communities across the country to gather data on the safety and level of walkability for neighborhoods (measuring sidewalks, paths and interconnectability), street sections and transit stops, said Molly Hanson, who is leading the Active Living Coalition. The walakbility results will be included in the Health Improvement Network’s active living plan, but it will be up to the individual municipalities on whether to make the suggested improvements. The public will be able to view the results on the Jeffco health department’s website.
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“It’s an opportunity to get involved by evaluating the space they use every day,” she said. “The local community knows their assets. They can help identify strategies to increase places and spaces that promote daily activity.” That’s the goal of the Active Living Coalition — to support and foster professional networks to share best practices and lessons. By the end of year one, Hanson said, the Active Living Coalition should have a plan that sets priorities to be implemented in years two and three. On May 11, the group was led by Ted
GOVERNOR SIGNS BILL Gov. John Hickenlooper shares some laughs before signing HB1100, which classifies homeless youth as in-state residents, at Jeffco’s Action Center, which work’s with the homeless and low-income residents. He signed the bill, which makes college more affordable for homeless youth. Hickenlooper was joined by Rep. Brittany Pettersen (DLakewood) and Daneya Esgar (D-Pueblo), Lakewood leaders and Action Center staff. “Prior to this bill, if a homeless student wanted to go on to college they were classified as out of state, which crippled that dream,” Action Center executive director Mag Strittmatter said. “On behalf of everyone at the Action Center, we want to say thank you for passing this.” Photo by Clarke Reader
Heyd, policy director for Bicycle Colorado who represented OV Consulting, which partnered with the Jeffco health department for the walk audits. The 14 members were was split into smaller groups to evaluate walkability on North Ford Street between 10th Street and Mesa Drive. They noted the lack of crosswalks, over-grown bushes, the way cars were parked on the street, and the measurements — width or narrowness — of the sidewalk and/or where there was no sidewalk. “This is a town that likes to be out,” said participant Roger Stuart, a Golden resident. The audit will help “make our town more conducive to the outdoor lifestyle.” Golden city planner Amber Wesner likes being able to align resources and share ideas among municipalities through the coalition. It also will help to address gaps, she said, which will allow them to “then work together to address the needs of those
PARTICIPATE IN A WALK AUDIT The public is invited to participate in a community-wide walk audit from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 4 at 3835 Newland Street in Wheat Ridge. The walk audit is being put on by CREA Results and the Jefferson County Public Health department.
areas.” Harold and Betty Payte lead walks in Golden every Wednesday for the community. They thought participating on the walk audit would be interesting. “We have two rules,” Betty Payte said. “You have to have fun, and you have to be safe.”
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caller were located. The girl and Bell died of smoke inhalation, Jefferson County Coroner John Graham said. It was unclear as of press time whether the caller was Bell. Arvada Fire spokesperson Deanna Harrington said that information was part of the ongoing investigation. The home is owned by Parker Personal Care Homes, an Arvada business that employs in-home care to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. The providers in the Robb Street home were taking care of Bell and another client at the time of the fire, said Scott Parker, owner of Parker Personal Care Homes, in an email interview. He employs the foster caregivers.
A seventh resident was not in the home at the time of the fire. “Ms. Bell was an outstanding individual, full of life and love,” Parker said. “The current providers had been providing a loving, family environment and care for nearly 2 1/2 years.” Neighbors said the girl who died was the granddaughter of the home provider, who Parker declined to name. The ranch-style home, built in 1961, had five bedrooms, two of them in the basement, property tax records show. City code requires all homes built in 1981 and after to have egress windows and window wells in the basement. According to the City of Arvada’s planning department, the home was in good condition. And, even though it did not fall under city code requirements for egress windows, each basement bedroom did have had windows, fire department officials said. This is the second fire with a fatality in Arvada this year. The first occurred in
early January at the Scenic Heights Professional Building off Wadsworth Boulevard. A substance abuse counselor with Creative Treatment Options counseling center was found dead inside the complex a few days after the fire. The dispatch transcript for the May 14 fire at the adult foster home shows firefighters’ quick response allowed them to extinguish the blaze in 24 minutes from the time of the first call. “When we arrive on scene our first priority is life safety, so we do whatever we can to rescue as many lives as possible,” said Arvada Fire Marshal Kevin Ferry. “A lot of things lined up — the incident was near the station, fire staff was in-house at the time, the battalion chief was ready and had established command when additional crews arrived. But when you show up to the scene having six people to rescue, it’s no easy task for any fire service.” According to the transcript:
At 1:40 a.m., firefighters reported the basement was clear and that individuals could be on the main floor. The two people who had been climbing out of a basement window had been rescued. At 1:43 a.m., dispatch lost contact with the woman who had called and firefighters were informed by the rescued victims that a disabled individual lived in a converted apartment in the garage. That person was rescued approximately one minute later at 1:44 a.m. At 1:47 a.m., a firefighter emerged from the home with a child and two adults. The roof was still on fire. At 1:56 a.m., firefighters reported the fire was completely out. All those rescued were sent to area hospitals. At 8:30 a.m., Arvada fire officials reported Bell and the 4-year-old had died at the hospital. Ferry praised the department’s response and efforts to save the home’s
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THIS WEEK’S
May 26, 2016
THINGS TO DO TOP 5
THEATER/SHOWS
Community Dinner Theater Colorado ACTS presents A Fractured Fairy Tale community dinner theater production of “Fairy Godmother Explains it All” at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 27-28 at 11455 W. I-70 Frontage Road North, Wheat Ridge. Tickets available for dinner and show, or for the show only. For dinner reservations, call 303-456-6772. Menu includes Princess pulled pork, Prince Charming potato salad, Wickedly Good corn bread and chocolate peanut butter truffle pie. ‘Time of My Life’ Theater Company of Lafayette presents “Time of My Life” by Alan Ayckbourn. Show runs through Saturday, June 4 at Theater Company of Lafayette, the Mary Miller Theater, 300 E. Simpson St., Lafayette. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 19; and 2 p.m. Sunday, May 22. Tickets available at www.tclstage.org or call 1-800-838-3006.
Aerial Dance Performances Iluminar Aerial, an aerial dance performance company based in Broomfield, presents “Long Before: The Dawn of the Morning Star,” at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 28 and noon Sunday, May 29; and “Long Lost: Life, Love and Tragedy on the High Seas,” an aerial dance production at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 27-28 and at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, May 29 at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood. Tickets available at www.Lakewood.org/Tickets. “Long Before,” youth company, and “Long Lost,” professional company, are original productions that tell the story of a group of pirates from childhood to adulthood, and the evil they encounter beneath their ship. INSPIRE Arts Week An 11-day event that showcases the arts culture that exists throughout Lakewood returns from Wednesday, June 1, to Sunday, June 12. Free and discounted arts and cultural events including gallery openings, activities, classes and performances are offered as part of INSPIRE Arts Week. For a schedule of events, and other information, go to www.Lakewood.org/Inspire. Alpine Chorale Concert Travel with the Alpine Chorale in mind and spirit to “Ireland: Land of Mystery.” Colcannon will join the chorale and add its marvelous Celtic sounds to the journey. There will be an audience reception after the concert. Concert is at 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 3, and Saturday, June 4, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 4500 Wadsworth Blvd., Wheat Ridge. Tickets available at www.alpinechorale.org or at the door. Comedy Night @ West Woods The first weekend edition of Comedy Night @ West Woods debuts with West Woods favorite John “Hippieman” Novosad at 9 p.m. Saturday, June 4. Novosad is the winner of the 2015 Laughlin Laughfest and has had multiple appearances on The Late Late Show. Opening the show will be the very funny Aaron Urist. Kristin Key performs at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 15, at Comedy Night @ West Woods. A veteran of Last Comic Standing and nationally-touring headliner, Key will be joined by James Draper and Don Morgan. Both shows will be hosted by Bob Meddles and take place at West Woods Golf Club, 6655 Quaker St. Tickets are available at www.SlapHappyEntertainment.com. Dance Ensemble The Zikr Dance Ensemble presents “Altar,” a duet with an original score by noted Boulder musician and composer Jesse Manno, and “Samsara,” one of the company’s most ambitious creations. Set to the progressive art/rock music of Yes and featuring special effects, “Samsara” promises an unforgettable journey through the cycle of birth, death and reincarnation. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 4 and 2 p.m. Sunday, June 5 at the Lakewood Cultural Center. Call 303-987-7845 or go to www. Lakewood.org/Tickets.
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‘Biloxi Blues’ Miners Alley Playhouse presents “Biloxi Blues” through Sunday, June 26 at Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. As a young army recruit during WWII, Eugene Jerome learns some harsh life lessons while stationed in Biloxi, Mississippi. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 6 p.m. Sundays, with a 2 p.m. show on Sunday, June 26. Tickets are available at 303-935-3044 or minersalley.com. Spend Your Summer on Stage Colorado Actor’s Company and Theatre School is taking online registrations for summer camps for students ages 4-18. Shows include Aladdin, Twelve Dancing Princesses (and Some Princes too!), Mysterious Missing Mystery, Once Upon a Fairy Tale, Androcles and the Lion, The Prince Charming Dilemma, Shining Stars Camps for Differently-abled Students, and the family and friends production of Oliver! Register online at http:// www.coloradoacts.org. Call 303-456-6772 for more information.
ART/FILM
Art Shows The Lakewood Arts Council and Gallery has a number of upcoming shows with approaching entry deadlines. “Garden Inspirations” is open to all media, and the theme is gardens, flowers and plants. Show runs through Friday, May 27 at 6731 W. Colfax Ave. “Artist’s Choice” is open to any tw0dimensional work. Show dates through July 22 at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood. “The Human Experience” is open to any two-dimensional work and the theme is human emotions. Show dates are Friday, May 27 to June 25 at 6731 W. Colfax Ave. Contact www. lakewoodartscouncil.org or call 303-980-0625. Paper Bead Earrings Learn to make your own paper beads from recycled magazines, and leave with a pair of earrings. Class for adults takes place from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada. Call 303-235-JCPL (5275) for questions. Art Classes, Workshops The Lakewood Arts Council and Gallery is beginning new session of art classes and workshops. For registration and information, go to www.lakewoodartscouncil.org or call 303-980-0625. The gallery is at 6731 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood.
EVENTS
Dirt on Community Garden Project Applewood Valley United Methodist Church is constructing a community garden adjacent to the church at 2035 Ellis St., across from the fire station. Gardeners would have their own plot for growing vegetables and flowers and access to tools or a place to store their own tools. If you’d like to dig in and plant a summer garden, contact John Dunnewald at ApplewoodValleyUMC@gmail.com. Track Club 50-Year Celebration Colorado Flyers Track Club plans a 50-year celebration during the Memorial Day weekend. A reunion and exhibit is planned from 5-7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 26, at the Blair-Caldwell Denver Public Library, 2401 Welton St., Denver. The 11th Freddie Houston meet of champion track meet is from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 28, at the Evie Dennis Campus, 4800 Telluride St., Denver. A brunch is planned from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, May 29, at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, Schlessman Lobby. Tickets are available at thecoloradoflyers.wix.com/thecoloradoflyers. Contact Robert P. Smith at 303-961-6240 or robertsmith9939@gmail.com. Political Divisions Practical ways to unite a divided country will be explored at Lifetree Café at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, at 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, “Can This Union Be Saved: A Marriage Counselor’s Advice for Our Divided Country,” features a filmed interview with Denny Howard, a marriage counselor who shares how the strategies employed to help estranged couples may work with those who have divergent political views. Participants will have the opportunity to share their political views while establishing common ground with people holding opposing views. Admission is free. Contact Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@peacelutheran.net.
Arvada Trails Day Enjoy a day of celebrating the outdoors at Arvada Trails Day from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Call 720-89807405 or go to www.arvada. org/nature. For information, go to www.arvadafestivals.org. Fox Hollow Open The Fox Hollow Men’s Golf Club plans its annual Fox Hollow Open on Saturday, June 4. All men 18 years and older with GHIN handicaps are eligible to play in this 7 a.m. shotgun start on the Canyon Meadow courses at 13410 W. Morrison Road, Lakewood. Cash prizes are awarded for low gross and low net in the championship flight and first place low net in each of the several other flights. Fee includes lunch at the close of play when prizes are awarded. Go to fhmgc.com to read about this season’s remaining 11 golf outings including the Lakewood Mayor’s Cup on Saturday, June 18, and the Senior Shamble on Thursday, June 23. Open All Breed Horse Show The Colorado Stock Horse Association’s open all-breed shows take place Sunday, June 5, July 17, Aug. 21 and Sept. 18, at the Indiana Equestrian Center, 7500 Indiana St., Arvada. Shows are in the large outdoor arena, with a second arena available for warm-ups. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. with classes at 8:30 a.m. For information and entry forms, call or text 720-935-2026, call 303-424-4977, go to www.ColoradoStockHorse.com, or email ColoradoStockHorse@yahoo.com. Flowers from Little Sprouts Save a spot on the patio for a beautiful pot of flowers planted by the kiddos. Majestic View Nature Center presents Flowers from Little Sprouts for ages 6-12 years from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, at 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Young gardeners will learn about flower selection, transplanting, and care before personally designing and planting a beautiful display to take home. Help them roll up their sleeves, learn a bit about gardening, and make Mom and Dad happy to have a helper in the garden this summer. Registration required; call 720-898-7405 or go to www.arvada.org/nature. After Nappers/After School Club Children will discover nature through hands-on learning at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. After-Nappers is for ages 2-5 years, with an adult; After School is for ages 6-12. Clubs meet from 4-5 p.m. Wednesdays from June 8-29. Dress for the weather. For cost and other information, call 720-898-7405 or go to www.arvada.org/nature. CASA Volunteer Training Court Appointed Special Advocates of Jefferson and Gilpin Counties seeks volunteers to become a voice for abused or neglected children in court. Previous experience is not necessary. Training sessions consist of 15 hours in person and 15 hours of independent study. All in-person sessions take place at the Jefferson County Courthouse, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden. Training sessions are scheduled from 5:30-9 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, Thursday, June 9, Tuesday, June 14, and Thursday, June 16. A swearingin ceremony is planned from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 22. Contact Tiffany Schlag at 303-271-6537 or at tiffanyschlag@casajeffcogilpin.com. Go to www.casajeffcogilpin.com. Gardens Wanted The Lakewood Arts Council is looking for gardens to be on its annual garden tour. The tour is Saturday, June 25, and includes a self-guided tour of six to seven gardens in the west metro area, with lunch for ticket holders included at the council’s new gallery location at Lamar Station Plaza (near Casa Bonita). Garden hosts may preview the garden tour Friday, June 24. If you’re an avid gardener and would like to share your hard work, contact Ann Quinn at 303-881-7874 or annquinn75@gmail.com as soon as possible. Go to www.lakewoodartscouncil.org.
HEALTH
Cancer Survivors Celebration Lutheran Medical Center Foundation and the Cancer Centers of Colorado at Lutheran plan their annual Leaves of Hope Run/Walk, Cancer Survivors Celebration and Health and Safety Fair from 7:30-11:30 a.m. Sunday, June 5, at Lutheran Medical Center, 8300 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge. Strollers and dogs on leashes are welcome. Go to www.leavesofhope.org/eventschedule for a schedule of events, and to register. In-person, race-day registration also available. Registration is free for non-racers and survivors to attend the Cancer Survivors Celebration. Nutritional Coaching Megan Grover, master of medical science and nutritional health coach at the Natural Grocers at Vitamin Cottage, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, offers free one-on-one nutrition coaching sessions for the public. Call the store at 303-423-0990 for an appointment.
EDUCATION
Continuing Education Program Metropolitan State College of Denver offers a continuing education program for adults. Most classes are 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays, for two to four weeks, and cost varies. Most take place at the Student Success Building on the Auraria Campus, with other classes taking place at the South Campus (I-25 and Orchard) and the Center For Visual Arts on Santa Fe Drive. For list of classes, go to www.msudenver.edu/learnon or call 303-556-3657. Application not required. More info at www.Facebook.com/msudenverlearnoninitiative. 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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Marketplace ANNOUNCEMENTS Instruction South Metro Guitar Lessons Have fun learning the guitar in private, one on one lessons! Located near C470 & Broadway. Acoustic & Electric. All ages & levels welcome from beginners to advanced. Any style of music! Call/text Jason @ 303-941-5271.
Garage Sales
Furniture
Dogs
May 27-28 Rain or Shine
3 large desks with office chairs computer table small round table with matching 4 chairs $500.00 720-935-3021 720-935-3020
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TRANSPORTATION MERCHANDISE
Misc. Notices Job Seekers!
6335 South Holly, Centennial (Our Father Lutheran Church) 8am-9:30 Every Wednesday 720-550-7430 Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201
FARM & AGRICULTURE
Arts & Crafts 19th Annual Winter Park Craft Fair
Saturday 8-13 - Sunday 8-14 Lions Pancake Breakfast Come and enjoy!! Vendor space available 970-531-3170 jjbeam@hotmail.com
Bicycles
Farm Products & Produce Grain Finished Buffalo
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GARAGE & ESTATE SALES Garage Sales Arvada
6155 Gray Street Friday May 27 & Saturday May 28 Furniture, Tools, lots of misc.
ELECTRIC BICYCLES
No Drivers License Needed No Registration Needed No Insurance Needed No Gas Needed Fun & Easy to ride Adult 2-Wheel Bicycles and 3-Wheel trikes New & used all makes & prices CALL NOW
Garage Sale 10'X10' Sellers Lots rent for $10.00 apiece Saturday, June 11, 2016, from 8am-4pm Northwest Eagles 8800 Federal Blvd, Federal Heights For info call Don - 303-426-4665
Firewood
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Garage Sale Friday & Saturday June 3rd & 4th 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
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Miscellaneous Complete 96 piece set of china for 12 $100 Woodleys oak & glass coffee & end table $125 Oak TV Table $20 All like new condition 303-431-0850
Xbox one w/ 2 controllers, 8 games $350.00 Girls 4 poster single bed with mattress, 6 drawer mirror dresser, 6 drawer bookshelf dresser, 2 drawer night stand prefer to sell as set $500.00 Antique cedar chest $500.00 303-423-1006
Tools
Pine/Fir & Aspen
Split & Delivered $250 a cord Stacking available extra $25 Delivery charge may apply Call 303-647-2475 or 720-323-2173
1996 Nissan Maxima GLE Oldie But Goodie Only 1 Owner, Very Dependable Bose Sound System Lots of Highway Miles May Need a Little Work Asking Price $1900 303-325-1881 2002 Chevy Corvette Coupe 37,000 original miles Stock, Hard Top, Sun Roof, 15 disc CD player, Newer Tires $18,000 303-457-0809
95 Maxima V6 FWD, Auto 4 dr., pearl white, black leather, Bose sound, heated seats, fog lights, sun roof, fair-good cond., $1495 obo, (303)649-1336
Motorcycles/ATV’s
Snap-on-Tool Box Top and Bottom tool boxes with new Keys, size is 63"high, 53" wide, 29" deep. In very good condition. $5500.00 Cash or credit sale only. Call 720-308-6696 pic. posted on Craigslist post id (5584753166)
PETS
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Autos for Sale
Coffee Table 36x46, oak and was originally purchased at Homestead House furniture. $150.00 like new condition. 720-290-2814
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Garage Sale 8336 Vivian Street Arvada, CO Twin mattresses/box, King 3" Foam mattress cover, nice ladies clothes, misc. 8-4 Fri., Sat., Sun. May 27-29.
Advertise: 303-566-4100
2005 Kawasaki KLR 250 Dirt/Street Bike 2003 Honda 100 Dirt/Street Bike $2000 for both, can be sold separately Call 303-940-8052
RV’s and Campers Travel Trailer 1977 Mobile Traveler 20', appliances work $1500 cash (303)912-8313
Male and Female Parakeets FREE to Good Home Levonne 303-794-4176
Whale of a Used Book Sale Semi-annual used-book sale to benefit the Jefferson County Library Foundation and Friends of the Library at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 W. 6th Ave., Golden. Need: Volunteers to work at the sale (cashiering, tidying tables, greeting customers, carrying out purchases), and also to help collect donated books in the parking lot. When: Friday, June 3 (7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.); Saturday, June 4 (8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.); Sunday, June 5 (10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.); preview night on Thursday, June 2 (5:30-8:30 p.m.)
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DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK, BOAT, RV; Running or not, to www.developmentaldisabled.org Tax deductible! 303-659-8086. 14 years of service (go onto website to see 57 Chevy)
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Rescues homeless dogs and cats from overcrowded shelters Need: Foster-care families for death-row shelter dogs and cats Contact: www.animalrescueoftherockies.org Cat Care Society Nibbles `N Kibbles Food Bank Works to reduce number of abandoned and surrendered cats Need: Donations of canned and bagged cat food and litter Contact: 303-239-9680 Common Earth Community Garden
Contact: Anthony at 303-2040840 or squiggy.as@gmail.com Edge Theater Lakewood area community theater Need: Friendly and outgoing volunteers to tend bar Contact: Patty Yaconis at 720-841-7631 or www.theedgetheater.com Golden’s premier art facility Contact: volunteerinfo@foothillsartcenter.org Founders and Friends of Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge Restores native habitat and wildlife; provides opportunities to experience wildlife and nature; promotes awareness and appreciation of the National Wildlife Refuge System Need: Volunteers to help with regular clean-up of the entrance area to Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge, 9210 W. 80th Ave., Arvada; weeding and watering of the Prairie Garden inside entrance to refuge during summer; donation of fabric and sewing of children’s Ranger vests
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Age requirement: Men and women 18 and older Contact: girlscoutsofcolorado. org, email inquiry@gscolorado. org or call 1-877-404-5708 Golden Optimists Bicycle Recycle Group helps repair or recycle bicycles in the community
Provides information about Golden and surrounding areas
Animal Rescue of the Rockies
Age requirements: Adults, or children with adult supervision
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Need: Volunteers for jobs ranging from running troops to helping with a science event or office work
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Youth organization for girls
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Need: Volunteers to help build and work in garden
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Girl Scouts
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Cash for all Vehicles! Cars, Trucks, Vans, SUV’s
Contact: Jeneen Klippel, 303343-1856; email jkworden@ gatewayshelter.com.
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Serves domestic violence victims in Aurora and Arapahoe County Need: Volunteers for various
Golden Visitors Center
Need: Volunteers to man front desk and greet visitors, open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; two 4-hour shifts offered Requirement: Must be 18 and older, training provided Contact: Mary Gomez, 303279-2282 or marygomezvisitorcenter@gmail.com Habitat ReStore Nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers Need: Volunteers for Wheat Ridge, Denver or Littleton Habitat ReStores, helping with the cash register, dock and warehouse floor Contact: 303-996-5468, email Alice Goble at Alice@habitatmetrodenver.org Health Passport Centura Health program that provides health and wellness services
Need: Volunteers to support patients and families in the hospital and upon discharge with outreach, marketing and social networking; connecting patients, families and volunteers to services and programs; hosting classes at various Health Passport locations; contributing to the health and wellness of those in the community; counseling clients who need prescription drug assistance; and helping with day-to-day living expenses, Medicare and Medicaid issues.
Contact: Kerry Ewald, Health Passport volunteer coordinator, 303-629-4934. Hospice of Covenant Care Nonprofit, faith-based hospice Need: Volunteers to support patients and families Contact: 303-731-8039 Lutheran Family Services: Cultural Mentoring Program We welcome refugee families and help them adjust to their new home Need: People who can commit to working with refugees on skills for self-sufficiency and helping them learn about their new home. Requirements: Must be 18 or older (although children of volunteers are welcome to participate). One-hour training and orientation required. Contact: David Cornish, 303225-0199 or david.cornish@ lfsrm.org; go to www.lfsrm.org.
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May 26, 2016
LOCAL
New rule not pitch perfect
Sophomore Max Borghi, center, of Pomona High School runs the final leg of the 4x100-meter relay. Borghi and juniors Jeremy Gonzales, Miles Matulik and Adam Eckhardt clocked in at 42.43, gaining the first-place spot in 5A. At left is Legend senior Carter Gonzales, who helped his team finish third. Rangeview senior Chance Walker, right, helped his team finish second. Photos by Katie Pickrell
Pomona wins state title Coach: ‘They took their hard work right to the track’ By Scott Stocker Special to CCM There is nothing like a school winning its first state title in any sport that brings smiles and wonderful memories. And, this certainly was the case for the Pomona boys, who won the Class 5A championship at the state track meet, held May 19-21 at Jefferson County Stadium in Lakewood. Pomona, coached by Jeff Donnel, compiled a winning 94.50 points. FountainFort Carson finished second with 79 points, followed in third by Hinkley with 39.4. In the process, the Panthers came through with three state titles. Pomona’s Danny Williams won the triple jump with a 47-3 effort, beating William Ross of Palmer, who went 46-2 ¼. He helped the Panthers get started May 19 with his second-place finish in the long jump with a leap of 22-9 1/2 behind David Cunningham of Highlands Ranch who leapt 22-9 ¾. Pomona’s Jake Moretti won the shot put with a throw of 54 feet, 10 inches to get the victory over Hinkley’s Quasean Smith, who threw 52-8 ¾. Pomona then won the 400 relay with Jeremy Gonzales, Miles Matulik, Adam Eckhardt and Max Borghi carrying the baton and running a time of :42.33. Second-place Rangeview clocked in at :42.4. “I’m so proud of how well the boys were able to per-
Junior Adam Eckhardt of Pomona High School celebrates after he and sophomore Max Borghi and juniors Miles Matulik and Jeremy Gonzales took second in the 4x200-meter relay prelims with a time of 1:27.93, qualifying them for finals. The state track meet opened May 19 at Jeffco Stadium in Lakewood. form with our 12 kids,” said Donnel. “Every one of them had a PR, set a school record or just out-performed their previous meets. It’s a great bunch of kids and they took their hard work right to the track. It was so fun and I just want to congratulate them on their effort.” Williams was certainly pleased with his effort in both events, but more so in the triple jump. “I just wanted to win so bad,” said Williams. “I was so motivated after finishing second in the long jump. Second in the long jump made me happy, but this triple jump was my last high school event. I’m not sure where I will go to college, but I do want to compete. Overall, it was great for our whole team.” Moretti also felt high after his shot put victory. “It was a great team win as we all go well together,” said Moretti. “We got the
competitive edge and we just expected the best. You just can’t go in and back off. I’m certainly happy with my individual efforts.” It was a joyous foursome that came through for Pomona’s relay victory. “It’s just hard to find something to say,” said Miles. “We all worked hard and we were never in a mindset to give up.” “We have a lot of trust in each other and we were able to pull it out,” Gonzales said. “All the hard work has paid off for us, and to be here with this win is just remarkable.” Teammates Borghi and Eckhardt agreed. “This is almost unbelievable,” said Borghi. “We have a great family and one with great nerves.” “I was nervous, but the good effort by all of us paid off,” Eckhardt said. Borghi also finished second in the 100 meters
(:10.99) behind Fountain’s Christian Lyon (:10.8). He placed third in the 200 meters (:22.07), again just behind Lyon (:21.67). Ryan Marquez finished third in the 300 hurdles (:39.34), an event won by Hinkley’s Angel Heredia, with a time of :37.88. For Marquez, the progression over the past three seasons was great. “I went from 15th to 10th to third in the hurdles over the last years,” said Marquez. “It was good success. All of us worked hard and I’m proud of what we have been able to accomplish. We improved each week and it has certainly paid off.” Pomona placed second in the 800 relay on May 20 behind Fountain-Fort Carson, running 1:27.55 to Fountain’s winning 1:25.96. Carrying the baton for the Panthers again were Gonzales, Matulik, Eckhardt and Borghi.
It was a needed move when a pitchcount limit was implemented this season for Colorado High School Activities Association baseball games to limit damage to young arms. However, CHSAA needs to find a way not to be caught looking by keeping coaches in both dugouts informed of “official” pitch counts, especially in state playoff games when pitching staffs could be overworked with teams playing three games in two days. An unfortunate situation could have unfolded in the Cherokee Trail-Cherry Creek playoff game May 21 at All-City Stadium in Denver. Jim Benton Cherokee Trail pitcher Keven MacKOVERTIME intosh approached the pitch limit in the sixth inning. As he prepared to face his final batter, a person in charge of keeping the tally in the press box already had him having thrown the maximum 110 pitches. An individual was sent to inform the Cherokee Trail coaches, but they had their player with only 109 pitches. MacKintosh pitched to the final batter of the inning, got the out and his team went on to win, 10-8. During a post-game discussion, it was revealed the Cherry Creek pitch count had MacKintosh already over the limit before facing his final batter. During the game, Creek did not make an issue of it, and an on-scene CHSAA official wasn’t going to argue over one pitch. A violation discovered during the game could have resulted in a forfeit, but with the game in the books, the score will stand. When there are three different pitch counts, something needs to be done to enforce the rule. The person keeping count in the press box May 21 had the official tally, according to a CHSAA official. Douglas County High School has a portable scoreboard that can be mounted above the dugout to keep both teams and fans informed of pitch counts. That’s an easy way to maybe solve disputes before the sixth or seventh inning. Or maybe a “visible” official appointed by CHSAA should inform both teams of pitch counts inning-by-inning, especially when a pitcher is nearing the limit. Both Cherokee Trail and Cherry Creek remain alive in the double-elimination tournament, which resumes play May 27. Bert Borgmann, CHSAA assistant commissioner, said the rules will be reviewed before then, with the aim of having a better solution before a champion is crowned. An Olympic preview Colorado soccer fans have a chance to see the U.S. Women’s National team before the Rio de Janeiro Summer Olympics. The 25-player roster for the sold-out June 2 friendly match against Japan at Dick’s Sporting Good Park in Commerce City includes Mallory Pugh of Highlands Ranch, Linsey Horan of Golden and Denver’s Jaelene Hinkle. Coach Jill Ellis must trim the roster to 18 players for the Olympics. Pugh, the 18-year-old who just graduated from Mountain Vista, became the youngest player at age 17 to make the national team roster in 11 years last January. She scored in a Jan. 23 match against Ireland, making her the 19th U.S. female Benton continues on Page 22
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Henry Hyde of Littleton competes in the freestyle kayak competition May 21 at Clear Creek White Water Park in Golden. Hyde, 15, started kayaking when he was 3 and turned pro at age 11. He paddles for Pyranha Kayaks, is a member of the USA Wildwater Junior Team and has four national championships in slalom. He would someday like to become a coach, he said. Hyde enjoys the sport because it’s laid-back. “There’s so many disciplines,” Hyde said. “You can do whatever you want, and no one will judge you.” Photo by Christy Steadman
Annual dose of adventure Sixth annual Golden Games gets wet and wild
Crowds enjoy watching the slackline demos and trick exhibitions in this year’s Golden Games, which took place May 20-22 at Bear Creek Lake Park in Morrison and Clear Creek White Water Park in Golden. Pictured is Mickey Wilson of Golden, a pro with Gibbon Slacklines. Photo courtesy of Purple McMullen-Laird
Erin Livingston of Boulder won the top spot for the women’s stand-up paddleboard wave surfing competition on May 21 at Clear Creek White Water Park in Golden. Livingston did so well she was invited to compete with the men in the men’s final heat competition. Photo by Christy Steadman
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Rain barrels: 3 things to know Colorado governor signs rain barrels bill into law
By Christy Steadman csteadman@coloradocommunitymedia.com Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper signed a bill earlier this month that legalizes the collection of rainwater. Legislative sponsors were Rep. Jessie Danielson, D-Golden and Wheat Ridge; Rep. Daneya Esgar, D-Pueblo; and Sen. Michael Merrifield, D-Colorado Springs.
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player to score in her debut. She played for Real Colorado and is the captain of the team that will compete at the 2016 FIFA
Surrounded by advocates of the rain barrels bill, Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper, seated, along with legislative sponsors Rep. Daneya Esgar to his right and Sen. Michael Merrifield and Rep. Jessie Danielson to his left, signs into law a bill that allows Colorado homeowners to collect rainwater for outdoor uses. The bill signing took place May 12 at the Governor’s Mansion in Denver. Courtesy photo
“This new law will … connect people with their water usage more closely, and encourage water conservation,” Danielson said. “In our state, when it comes to water, even small efforts like this will add up to help us protect our most precious resource.” 1. Homeowners can now collect rainwater to use for outdoor purposes such as gardening. 2. The collected water cannot be used for drinking or other indoor purposes. 3. Collected rainwater is limited to two 55-gallon barrels or a total capacity of 110 gallons. U-20 Women’s World Cup in Papua New Guinea in November. Horan, 22, went to Golden High School but didn’t play soccer. She played club soccer for the Colorado Rush and became the first female soccer player in U.S. history to sign a professional contact after her high school graduation with Paris SaintGermain. She was one of the top U.S.
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and Annie Kunz of Wheat Ridge (2010-11 and 2009-10). All-American Bowl nominees Three local players are among five Colorado athletes and 400 nationally to be nominated to play in the 2017 All-American Army Bowl football game that will be held Jan. 7, 2017 in San Antonio. Valor Christian quarterback Dylan McCaffrey, Pomona lineman Jake Moretti and Cherry Creek defensive lineman Jonathan Van Diest headline the list of Colorado nominees. Ninety players will make up the East and West teams and finalists will be announced next fall. Brookhart lands new job Mike Brookhart, who was looking for a new challenge when he announced that 2015-16 season would be his last as Cherry Creek’s boys basketball coach, is the new head coach for the Denver West Cowboys. One of his assistant coaches will be former Manual and St. John’s standout Chucky Sproling. In a 1988 game against North, Sproling scored a Colorado record 74 points. And those points came before the 3-point shot was introduced. Jim Benton is a sports writer for Colorado Community Media. He has been covering sports in the Denver area since 1968. He can be reached at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com or at 303-566-4083.
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Colorado School of Mines’ new Marv Kay Stadium in Golden hosted two graduation ceremonies this year — the graduate ceremony on May 12 and the undergraduate ceremony on May 13. Courtesy photo
Colorado School of Mines holds commencement Staff Report Colorado School of Mines’ 142nd annual commencement ceremonies took place May 12 and 13 at Marv Kay Stadium in Golden. Colorado State Sen. Owen Hill delivered the keynote address. Marvin L. Kay, 1963
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STATE OF THE COUNTIES Jefferson County commissioners Libby Szabo, Casey Tighe and Don Rosier highlighted their favorite things about the county during the Arvada Chamber of Commerce’s State of the Counties Breakfast. Adams County Commissioner Steve O’Dorisio was also in attendance and gave an overview of the $20 million Big Ideas projects, which gave monies to several departments within Adco to expand opportunities. Photo by Crystal Anderson
FUNDING THE FUTURE Representatives from the Colorado Education Initiative and the Colorado Legacy Schools AP Program accepted a $20,000 check from The Bank of America to help open up opportunities for students at Green Mountain, Jefferson and Wheat Ridge high schools to take and excel in Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Courtesy photo
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NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that disbursements in final settlement will be issued by the Arvada Finance Director at 10:00 a.m., June 14, 2016 to Silva Construction for work related to Project No. 15-ST-12 – 2015 Miscellaneous Concrete Replacement and performed under that contract dated May 6, 2015 for the City of Arvada. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that furnished labor, material, drayage, sustenance, provisions or other supplies used or consumed by said contractor or his subcontractors in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done by said Silva Construction and its claim has not been paid, may at any time on or prior to the hour of the date above stated, file with the Finance Director of the City of Arvada at City Hall, a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim. Dated this May 17, 2016 CITY OF ARVADA /s/ Kristen Rush, City Clerk
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The following variances from the Land Development Code (LDC) have been requested: VAR2016-0007, Darryl Kanzler, 14405 W. 64th Ave., on behalf of Walter Flores, requests a variance to install two 33 squarefoot canopy signs when section 6.17.4 of the Land Development Code limits the size of a canopy sign to 16 square feet. VAR2016-0006, Steven Keen, 6913 Ingalls St., requests two variances to allow an existing carport to remain in its current location, setback zero feet from the side property line and zero feet from the principal structure. Section 6.2 of the Land Development Code requires a ten-foot setback from the side property line and a five-foot setback from the principal structure. VAR2016-0004, Glenn Powell, 8692 W. 69th Pl., requests a variance to construct a garage ten feet from the second front property line on a corner lot when section 6.2 of the Land Development Code requires a 25-foot setback. Hearing thereon will be held before the Board of Adjustment on June 14, 2016 at 7:00 p.m., Municipal Building, 8101 Ralston Road, when and where you may speak at the hearing. Additional information can be obtained from the Community Development Department or written comments may be filed therewith no later than 8 days prior to the hearing. CITY OF ARVADA BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT /s/ Jenny Wolfschlag, Secretary
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Salomess Stars Salome FOR RELEASE WEEK OF MAY 23, 2016 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Home conditions still demand attention. Also, keep an open mind about a sudden question of trust involving a close friend. All the facts are not yet in. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) With summer just around the corner, travel begins to dominate your sign. Make plans carefully to avoid potential problems in the first half of June. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A romantic Libra sets a challenge that your “sensible” side might question, but your idealistic self finds the prospect too intriguing to resist. The choice is yours. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Those tense times in your personal life are just about over. Concentrate on reaffirming relationships. Your love of travel opens a surprising new opportunity. LEO (July 23 to August 22) The Big Cat usually loves to be in the center of things. But this week it might be wiser to watch and learn from the sidelines. A Pisces wants to make you purr. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) “New” is your watchword this week. Be open to new ideas, both on the job and in your personal life. A romantic Aries or Sagittarian beckons. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Some difficult family decisions have to be faced, but be sure to get more facts before you act. Be careful not to neglect your health during this trying time.
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SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) You still need to support a loved one through a difficult time. Meanwhile, things continue to work out to your benefit in the workplace.
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SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Aspects continue to favor expanding social opportunities. A Gemini reaches out to offer a chance for re-establishing a once-close relationship. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) There’s a potential for misunderstanding in both your job and your personal life. A full explanation of your intentions helps smooth things over.
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AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) You might be feeling restless on the job, but delay making any major moves until all the facts are in. A Scorpio has a surprising revelation. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Your business sense works to your advantage as you sort through the possibilities that are opening up. A Libra is Cupid’s best bet for your romantic prospects. BORN THIS WEEK: You have a gift for being open-minded about people. This helps you make friends easily. You would do very well in public service. (c) 2016 King Features Synd., Inc.
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