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Toxicology confirms impairment
MY NAME IS
ALICE LONGAKER
Author of ‘Wren’ About me I moved into my little Lakewood home when I was three days old. I attended South Alameda Elementary (now Deane Elementary), Alameda Jr. High (now Gold Crown Foundation), and Alameda High School (now Alameda International Jr/Sr. High). Since I am a late bloomer, I did not graduate from college until I was in my 30s from Rockmont College (now Colorado Christian University). I worked in the library field for more than 20 years, including at the Bureau of Reclamation at the Denver Federal Center and Jefferson County Public Libraries. My sons lived in the same house I grew up in and attended the same schools, and even had some of the same teachers. When they were out of high school, I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, and I moved to Greeley. Unable to work full-time, I went back to school and started a new career — I began teaching First Year English, Research, Literature, and Intensive English to students at the University of Northern Colorado. I returned to Lakewood for several years, teaching at Red Rocks Community College and my alma mater, CCU. I packed up and returned to Greeley and returned to teaching at UNC and taught Intensive English to international students. I retired reluctantly, which started career number 3 — writing.
Getting into writing I loved reading as a child, and I still love it. Nothing makes me happier than a stack of books waiting for me. Through that, I came to enjoy writing. I chose careers that surrounded me with books and wrote late into the night. I read “Sonnets of the Portuguese” to put my sons to sleep and scribbled poems on any loose piece of paper. I have written plays, and an adaptation of Ernest Hemmingway’s “The Old Man and the Sea,” which has been in production. I tried my hand at blogging, have written song lyrics, essays, short stories, and poems — some published online and in print. Writing ‘Wren’ Wren is my debut novel, and two contrasting situations were most responsible for it. As a child, I spent summers in the Arkansas Ozarks visiting my grandparents, and the region is dear to me. Long after their deaths, I delighted in residencies at the Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. The setting of Wren in the Ozarks is important to the book. In 2004, I hit a less idyllic place in my life — I was trying to recover from chemotherapy after breast cancer and surgery. I had pneumonia, I fell and broke my arm, and more. I packed up belongings and headed to recuperate at a friend’s home. In spite of my gracious hosts, I was weak, lonely, and felt separated from all that was Alice. It was then that I began the story of a young girl on her own journey to recovery. Wren is an ordinary girl. She does
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not save the world. She does not have superpowers. Wren does not know everything. Life does not go according to her plans. In other words, Wren is like most of us. Meeting my readers At book events, readers think they are coming to see an author, but we are coming to meet readers. It is not for applause or compliments but to see how words have connected us. Readers complete the act of writing. I love questions from the audience — about the book, about my life, and about writing. As an introvert with fragile energies, these events can be demanding, but I receive so much from the people I meet. If you have suggestions for My Name Is ..., contact Clarke Reader at creader@ coloradocommunitymedia.com.
Toxicology reports for the suspect in a seven-vehicle accident on Sept. 10 confirms he was impaired behind the wheel. Christopher Farr, 43, died on Sept. 13 from injuries he sustained in the accident. Blood samples that were taken at the hospital confirm he had methamphetamine in his system. No other drugs or alcohol were detected. “According to state law, there is no difference when it comes to impairment; alcohol, illicit drugs or prescription medications all fall under impaired driving,” said Detective Dave Snelling who helped to investigate the accident. “While the initial calls came in of a potential drunk driver, we could not confirm his impairment until the toxicology reports were finalized.” Farr is suspected of driving a Cadillac SUV under the influence on Sept. 10, when he collided with a Ford F150. He then continued in the northbound lane and collided head-on with a Hyundai SUV, driven by Judith Peterson. Peterson, 73, and her husband Alan Peterson, 79, died at the scene. Lorene Hicks, 59, also died.
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University of Phoenix to close campuses Officials say students will be unaffected by ‘teach-out’ BY TOM SKELLEY TSKELLEY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
The University of Phoenix is stopping on-campus enrollment and will close approximately 20 campuses across the country as part of a “teachout” program. The university has three Colorado locations: one in Lone Tree, one in Westminster and one in Colorado Springs. A statement from the university addressed the changes. “As our student base shifts, we continue to adapt and restructure as needed to improve our students’ learning and career outcomes,” the statement read. “We will continue to service current students at these locations, at other approved university locations or through our online programs, until they graduate. The university will allow students to determine whether they want to complete their education on campus or online.” It is not known how many students were enrolled for in-person or online
classes at any of the campuses, or whether students preferring in-person instruction at any of the specific campuses will be able to attend classes there or would have to go to a different campus. Phone calls to the university were not returned. In a letter to faculty obtained by the Phoenix Business Journal, university president Peter Cohen said shifting trends in online education precipitated the restructuring. “We have seen enrollment at campuses decline due to an increasing number of students opting for online education, both with our university and across new online programs at other universities,” Cohen said. The university was owned and operated by Phoenix Apollo Education Group Inc. until a consortium of investors purchased the company in February for $1.1 billion. The university began operating in 1976 and is accredited under the Higher Learning Commission, part of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The school offers online classes and in-person instruction, focusing on career training for nontraditional students pursuing an education while working. The university’s website lists 73 campuses and learning centers in the United States.
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Jeffco Boys & Girls Club provides life-changing realizations Hundreds of youths benefit from taking part in Lakewood-based organization
GROCERY DOLLARS FOR GIRLS AND BOYS Anybody who spends money on groceries and gas can support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver. Here’s how it works in three steps:
BY CHRISTY STEADMAN CSTEADMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Eight children wearing oversized blue Jeffco Boys & Girls Club T-shirts greeted guests as they walked through the doors of the Lakewood Country Club on Sept. 28. “Welcome, and thanks for coming,” they said to each of the 100 attendees. The event was the Building Great Futures Reception — a fundraiser for the Lakewood-based Jeffco Boys & Girls Club. At about 5 p.m., Tony Accetta approached the lectern. As an alumnus, Accetta said he had five minutes to recount his 70 years of involvement with the Boys & Girls Club. In a nutshell, he said to the crowd, he joined the Boys Club, which was the name of the club back then, when he was 5 and living in Manhattan. “I had handled guns,” Accetta said. “I knew mafia people.” But thanks to the support of the Boys Club, he achieved a lot in his life — a Wall Street lawyer, a federal prosecutor, first assistant attorney general for Colorado, trustee for the Colorado Symphony, former director of the board of the Boys Clubs of New York and Denver, and chairman of the Colorado Council of Boys Clubs. “Throughout my career, I have always given credit to the Boys Club,” Accetta said. “Boys & Girls Clubs do everything good that a parent would want for their child. Boys & Girls Clubs expand the possibilities for kids in a very real way.” Boys & Girls Clubs focus on providing three key outcomes. They are: academic and career success, character and leadership, and healthy lifestyles. It accomplishes these through engaging youths in a variety of interesting programs and activities. The Jefferson County Boys & Girls Club, housed at Emory Elementary School, 1275 S. Teller St. in Lakewood, opened in August 2010. It is open to children ages 6 to 18. Programs and activi-
Purchase a $5 card through the Boys & Girls Club, then load it with any amount of money up to $500 that you will spend on groceries or gas at any King Soopers or Safeway store. Once the card is loaded, use it to pay for your gas and grocery purchases. Any remaining balance on your card is noted on your receipt. The card can be used and reloaded indefinitely. King Soopers and Safeway send a monthly statement and a check for 5 percent of the reloads directly to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver. To learn more, visit www.bgcmd.org or contact Kathy Luna at KathyL@ bgcmd.org.
Valeria Aragon, right, smiles holding her 2017 Youth of the Year award as Ben Fiscus, the donor relations manager for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, announces that two anonymous donors offered to pay her tuition for her remaining time at Red Rocks Community College. The presentation took place during a fundraiser for the Jeffco Boys & Girls Club on Sept. 28. CHRISTY STEADMAN ties include homework help, cultural arts, STEM activities, physical fitness and leadership programs. At the Lakewood Country Club event, Valeria Aragon was presented with the 2017 Youth of the Year award. Aragon, 19, joined the Jeffco Boys & Girls Club when she was 11 or 12, she said. She signed up as soon as she first heard of the new club opening in her neighborhood. She was the third member to join. She recounted the first community service project — a park cleanup — that she did with the club, but added, “the list goes on and on with things I’ve gotten to do.” Aragon now studies at Red Rocks Community College with plans to continue on to law school and become an
immigration lawyer. “I want to do things that matter,” Aragon said. As she wrapped up her speech, Aragon received a standing ovation. But that was not the end of her surprises that night — Ben Fiscus, the donor relations manager for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, joined her at the lectern. He announced that two anonymous donors offered to pay the remainder of her tuition at Red Rocks Community College. The Jeffco Boys & Girls Club provided Aragon with a lot of friendships and life-changing realizations, she said. “You get so much out of it, you don’t even know it at the time,” Aragon said. “It becomes a second home.”
JEFFCO BOYS & GIRLS CLUB BY THE NUMBERS
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—dollars for a year-long membership.
— staff members.
the summer.
— average daily attendance during the school year. The number jumps to 200 during — active registered members.
— dollar amount of the annual budget. Of that, 77 percent is devoted to the club’s programs and services.
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Arvada ballot initiative halted Wheat Ridge court case undercuts plans BY GLENN WALLACE GWALLACE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
The collection of signatures to place the Protect Arvada Taxpayers charter amendment initiative on the city’s ballot has been suspended. Last month a lawsuit in Jefferson County District Court struck down a Wheat Ridge voter-approved ini-
tiative similar to the one proposed in Arvada. “In light of the recent court decision that clearly affects the successful prospects for the implementation of the Protect Arvada Taxpayer charter amendment, we have decided to put a hold on our signature collection for the ballot petition” the group said in a statement, which decried the court ruling. The Arvada group had proposed changing the city charter to require voter approval for any tax subsidy deal of more than $2.5 mil-
lion to a private business and for sale of any city land valued at more than $1 million. The initiative was set to be voted on some time after the November election if enough area residents signed the petition. The Wheat Ridge initiative passed in 2015, known as Issue 300, also required voter approval for any project requesting a tax increment subsidy of $2.5 million or more. The Wheat Ridge City Council is scheduled to discuss whether or not to appeal the court ruling at its council meeting on Nov. 9.
In her ruling, Judge Margie L. Enquist said that part of the reason to strike down the Wheat Ridge initiative would be to avoid a “ripple effect” of surrounding communities seeking to place similar restrictions on city’s urban renewal authority. The Arvada initiative was sparked by a $30 sale of public land to developer Trammel Crow as part of the 8.25-acre mixed-use development and next-door RTD parking garage at Wadsworth Boulevard and 56th Avenue.
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What’s Jeffco’s Real Estate Market Like as We Transition to Fall & Winter?
The charts at right demonstrate how our seller’s market has performed rather consistently over the last four cycles and shows no sign of ending. The steady migration to Colorado from other states continues to exceed the number of new homes being built, guaranteeing a continuation of high demand and low supply. The blue line in that first chart represents the number of new listings coming on the MLS over the past five years, while the green line is the number of sold listings. The reason we’re experiencing a reduced inventory of active listings despite a steady or increasing supply of new listings is that new listings, when properly priced, typically go under contract quickly. The second chart shows a wide discrepancy between average days on market (before going under contract) and median days on market. An overpriced home might remain on the market for 50, 100 or even 200 days before selling. Then, when it does sell, its high days on market brings up the average, but not the median DOM.
The good news is that even those overpriced homes do ultimately sell, although for less than their asking prices – and often for less than if they had been priced right to begin with. Don’t include your home is that statistic. I’d be happy to send you a free valuation report, if you’d like. Contact me at Jim@GoldenRealEstate.com. By the way, these charts are for all of Jefferson County, but not for the full MLS. The source is REcolorado.com, the Denver MLS. Prospective sellers ask me whether they should wait until spring to put their home on the market, now that the “selling season” is over. I respond that there is no longer a “selling season.” Those buyers who failed to secure a home this summer are still out there, still receiving email alerts of listings matching their search criteria, even in mid-winter. You can be sure that when a new listing matches their search criteria and appeals to them, they’re on the phone right away asking their agent to show it to them. With less competition yet just as many buyers, there’s no better time to list.
Habitat for Humanity: Turning Pumpkins Into Houses!
It’s that time of year again! The Habitat for Humanity Pumpkin Patches open this Saturday at Garrison & Alameda and next Thursday, Oct. 12th, at 68th Ave. & Wadsworth. Each purchase helps fund another Habitat home by the West Metro Habitat Interfaith Coalition. If you like to help unload the pumpkin trucks or sell the pumpkins at either site, you can sign up at www.WestMetroPartners.org. We can use all the help we can get! And it’s fun!
Belmar Townhome Just Listed by Norm Kowitz You won’t want to miss this 3-bedroom, 2bath, townhome at 467 S. Balsam Street in the Villa West townhome community, just blocks from all that the Belmar area has to offer! Belmar Park, with Kountze Lake and its walking paths, is only steps away, and the home is just a few doors down from the com$270,000 munity swimming pool. With new paint and carpeting, the updating process has begun — bring your ideas and finish to your tastes. Exterior features include a private, fenced patio area and a two-car carport just outside the back door. See more pictures and a narrated video tour at www.BelmarTownhome.info
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Brick Ranch Near Arvada Center Has Great Garage! This lovely brick ranch at 7402 W. 67th Place is a short walk or bike ride from the Arvada Center for the Performing Arts. In addition to an updated and open floor plan, as evidenced by this picture of the great room with moss rock fireplace, it has a oversized 2-car garage with a workshop that has 220V service which also serves an RV parking space. The updated kitchen includes custom cabinetry and $375,000 Corian counters. The backyard features a covered patio. Under the new carpeting are hardwood floors, and the forced air furnace is 98% efficient. Visit www.ArvadaHome.info for info about many other features, more pictures and a video tour, then call Kim Taylor at 303-304-6678 for a showing. Open Sunday, 1-4 pm.
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In health, and in sickness A marriage evolves as a husband becomes his wife’s caregiver
WHERE TO TURN FOR HELP For more information on support, preventing caregiver burnout and services available to caregivers and their families, contact: • Family Caregiver Alliance: caregiver.org
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hris Cummins sits on the floor, cross-legged, facing his wife Cindy in the recliner where she spends most of her day. With her right hand, she strokes her Chihuahua, Porscha, snuggled in her lap. Lining the wall near the chair is a pile of Cindy’s shoes, some with lower leg braces attached, others with duct tape on the soles to prevent her from slipping. As Cindy leans forward, Chris guides her to the nearby walker, then walks just behind her, his hand resting softly on her back. He stands beside her as she positions herself on the stairlift that takes her upstairs to the bathroom — there’s none on the first level. And he waits just outside the bathroom door until she re-emerges. Then they repeat the movements in reverse, a choreography synchronized with repetition and time. Cindy, 61, settles into the recliner and Chris, 64, embraces her feet
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Chris Cummins helps his wife Cindy grasp her walker in the couple’s Parker home in May 2017. The couple met in 1980 at an “Orphan’s Easter,” a party Cindy’s sister held for Denver transplants like Chris who couldn’t be with their families that year. with his hands, gently placing them in a comfortable position on the leg rest. He moves to the couch, always within 10 feet of his wife. She sighs. “This wasn’t how we planned to spend our retirement together,” she said. Since they first met, the couple, now married 36 years, has felt a profound closeness. But Cindy’s 2005 diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, a degenerative neurological condition that progressively robs victims of their motor skills and shortens most victims’ lives, sent them on a journey that altered their relationship — at times for worse but, in the end, for better.
As the illness progressively robbed Cindy of her independence, and Chris took on the role of primary caregiver, they learned to meet in the middle, work out the challenges that could have ended their marriage, and find a way to deeper love. ‘I saw her standing there’ Cindy and Chris met in 1980 at an “Orphans’ Easter,” a gathering of transplants to Colorado spending the holidays away from their families. Cindy’s sister, Chris’ co-worker at Mountain Bell, hosted. Cindy was sitting on the couch when Chris, carrying a salad, entered the room. “We looked at each other and we both had a tingle,” Cindy said, her
smile suggesting she can still feel the electric sensation. “I looked across the room and it was like that Beatles song, how does it go?” Chris says. “I saw her standing there.” They took a walk around Sloan’s Lake to end their expatriate holiday, and Chris called his parents that night to say he’d found the woman he was going to marry. They had their first date two weeks later at the People’s Fair in downtown Denver and didn’t waste time getting to know each other better. Cindy, a small-town Nebraska girl, was smitten by a man who introduced new experiences. Chris took her roller skating for the first time. They saw “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” and John Waters movies. In Cindy, Chris found a muse who SEE CAREGIVER, P7
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CAREGIVING STRATEGIES Though the stresses of providing care for loved ones can be great, here are a few ways to ensure a caregiver doesn’t succumb to the stresses of the role:
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exuded compassion and whose creativity inspired his own. “She was very creative and talented and giving,” he said. “It’s a very inspirational thing to have someone around like that — it’s like a well you draw from.” They ate Chinese food, had long conversations and created art together. Cindy made quilts, an average of 25 a year. Chris played harmonica and wrote short stories. It didn’t hurt, Cindy added, that they were both hot to trot. “We were easy,” she said with a devilish grin and a sidelong glance at Chris’ reddening face. “It was a lot of fun.” Chris asked Cindy to marry him two weeks after their first date, while he was battling a bout of strep throat. Cindy chalked the cheeky proposal up to a fever and waited almost a year before taking him at his word. They married in 1981 and bought a home in Edgewater. Two children followed, Courtney, now 30, and Cody, now 25. Chris did accounting and consulting for Mountain Bell and Cindy ran a day care center from her home before working in school cafeterias at Northeast Elementary in Parker, then Chaparral High School in Parker. They moved to a bigger house in Arvada, then Parker. Life was good. Then came Cindy’s 2005 diagnosis. ‘Something was really wrong’ The symptoms were dismissed at first. Cindy began having what she calls “zingers,” intense, shooting pains traveling from her hips to her feet. Bouts of vertigo came and went. Her vision worsened to the point she stopped driving after dark. Her left leg began to drag. For as long as she could, Cindy kept up her job in the cafeteria at Chaparral High School, working the cash register to avoid the chance of dropping trays of food. At the end of the 2005 school year, realizing she wouldn’t pass the 50-pound lifting test to return to work in the fall, she resigned. Soon after her resignation, on a visit to Nebraska for her parents’ 50th anniversary, Cindy could barely get out of the car. “Everybody could tell ...” Chris said as Cindy finished his thought, “... something was really wrong.” The zingers continued, and bouts of vertigo became severe. Cindy’s eyesight grew even worse. She went to an ophthalmologist at Walmart for glasses, but he told her to talk to her doctor instead. She did. And after a series of tests, the diagnosis came back as multiple sclerosis. Intially the couple took the news well. “We were so thrilled that it was MS,” she said. Cindy’s aunt had died of a brain tumor after experiencing similar symptoms with her vision. The Cumminses were relieved to find out Cindy was cancer-free. “We were feeling optimistic that SEE CAREGIVER, P8
• Autonomy — Anyone being cared for should be allowed to make as many decisions and perform as many routine activities as they safely can. Being able to dress, feed, bathe or perform other tasks, when possible, allows the individual to retain his or her dignity and decreases stress for the caregiver. It is also important to listen to the person being cared for with respect and honor their decisions as much as possible. • Consistency — While everyone will have good and bad days, maintaining regular routines and providing reliable care to a loved one will reduce stress for both parties. • Outside interests — Both caregivers and the loved ones they care for will thrive if they can maintain hobbies and interactions separate from one another. Day centers or other groups may be available for the person being cared for, or they may be able to partake in independent activities. Caregivers will return to their role refreshed if they can leave their duties completely behind temporarily to enjoy a hobby or time alone. • Flexibility — Adjust expectations and allow room for improvement with providing care, decision-making and interacting with the person being cared for. Power struggles and stress can result when routines are rigid or when the caregiver tries to do everything themselves. Remember that the loved one is worthy of your care, and expect that some tasks won’t be resolved as you would like. Source: Caregiver Support Services, 2016
MAKING IT WORK Chris and Cindy’s tips for making a caregiving relationship work: • Make time for your own interests and hobbies — don’t stop doing what you love. • Spend time away from one another. Keep in touch with cell phones. • Talk to each other. Be honest about your feelings, frustrations and fears. • Forgive each other, and yourself, for hurt caused during heat of arguments or disagreements. • Meditate. Chris Cummins helps his wife Cindy with one of her handmade quilts, rousing Cindy’s Chihuahua, Porscha. Cindy’s creativity, apparent in the quilts she’s made for decades, was one of the attributes that attracted Chris, himself a writer and amateur musician, to her. TOM SKELLEY
• Seek out support groups to share experiences and counseling sessions when needed. • Remember to enjoy life, not prepare for death.
WATCH OUT FOR CAREGIVER BURNOUT Many caregivers risk being overwhelmed by the many responsibilities and stressors associated with taking care of a loved one. Following are some of the symptoms indicating that a caregiver is under pressure: • Role fatigue — being an employee, parent, spouse and caregiver all at once takes a toll on an individual’s mental and
emotional health. Remembering that you can only do so much, and remembering to take care of yourself, can help prevent fatigue. • Economic pressure — paying bills, understanding and managing health insurance paperwork and dealing with potential losses of income can be extremely stressful. Budgeting and being aware of exactly
what health insurance does and doesn’t cover can reduce stress. • Grief — caregivers may grieve their loved one’s inability to care for themselves, or the functional loss of a family member even while they are still alive. Realize that this is natural and can last for years after the loved one has died.
• Isolation — Caregivers may feel closed in and shut off from the word as they spend increasing amounts of time with a loved one they care for. Reaching out to support groups, family members or friends to confide in can help the caregiver remain socially and emotionally connected. Source: Caregiver Support Services, 2016
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make time for themselves. Chris drops Cindy off at the mall in her electric wheelchair, so she can take her time and shop without him rushing her. Meanwhile, he swims at the Parker Recreation Center or works out. They stay in touch with ther cell phones. Chris still writes, recently self-publishing an autobiography of his mother compiled from her manuscripts. Cindy still quilts, though vertigo and tremors in her arm have kept her from finishing the two quilt tops she started for her granddaughter and nephew more than a year ago.
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whatever it was, we would get over it,” Chris said. Not long after the diagnosis, Cindy’s family in Nebraska called — her father had fallen and was dying. But Cindy was too ill to make the trip. “I so resented MS then,” she said. “I couldn’t be there to give my dad a hug when he really needed one.” “I think I was in denial” before, Chris said. “Then when you realize something’s damaging your spouse’s nerves, you know it’s going to get really nasty.” ‘I felt like a single mom’ Within a few months, Cindy was largely homebound. Chris took on additional roles: nurse, chauffeur, personal assistant, housekeeper. As their new reality took shape, being the breadwinner and coming home to his “second job” took a toll on Chris. But he had made his wedding vows: “in sickness and in health,” and he was going to stand by them. “I felt like a single mom,” he said. “I would work all day, then when I was done with my job I’d have to shop, clean and do laundry, cook … then you lay your head down and worry that (she’s) going to fall at three in the morning, which happened. You find yourself not sleeping.” Chris’ patience eroded from a combination of workrelated fatigue and attending to Cindy’s medical needs, not to mention the paperwork, appointments and phone calls that came with them. Cindy’s memory lapses, a symptom of MS, increased to the point where she sometimes couldn’t finish a sentence. Communication became more difficult and everyday conversations more strained. Performing the chores he’d taken over from Cindy, like loading the dishwasher, became fertile ground for arguments. They both felt cheated out of the golden years they had envisioned. “You picture buying a Corvette when you retire, not a minivan,” Chris said. Cindy felt guilty for being a burden as her coordination became worse and Chris took on what had been her household responsibilites, like cooking and laundry. Chris felt guilty when his body language or tone betrayed his frustration and compounded her guilt. More than once, Cindy considered divorce as the pain and stress of what their lives had become obscured the love and joy they’d always known. But the love never went away. And the joy, after a time,
Chris and Cindy Cummins share an embrace in the living room where Cindy spends most of her time. Cindy, who has multiple sclerosis, says she feels guilty for burdening her family with her care. Chris says caring for her has brought them closer and is grateful they’ve been married for more than 36 years. TOM SKELLEY
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came back. ‘My manner changed’ A turning point came when Chris retired from CenturyLink in 2015, relieving an enormous amount of stress on both partners. He no longer came home exhausted from work. He had more time to meditate every morning, repeating intentional statements to carry him through the day. “I will say ‘I am full of love,’ “ he said, extending his arms as wide as they will reach. “That reminds me I have love to give Cindy ... I relish that I
have a day where I’m needed ... If things are really bad, I’ll say ‘I am calm, I am strong.’ “ Introspection helped him challenge the “narrative” he once held about devotion — and entitlement. “There was a voice in my head saying, ‘This is demeaning, I didn’t sign on for this,’” he said. “Did Mother Teresa think anything was demeaning? Once I embraced the concept that I am here to help her, with whatever that is, my manner changed. Now I go to bed and I sleep good.” A palliative care counseling
session at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in 2016 helped Chris realize taking care of himself was as important as taking care of Cindy. For her, the session affirmed that they’re both in the process of enjoying life, not preparing for death. In 2006, they began meeting with the Parker Pals, a selfhelp group for victims of MS and their families. Chris still attends regularly, Cindy goes when she can. They relish the activities they can enjoy together, like cooking dinner, but they both
‘I’ll do whatever I can’ In the last few years, they’ve learned to forgive each other, and themselves, for what they’ve said in the heat of the moment. Pressure builds at times, but they acknowledge it and move on. They’ve learned how to argue and still listen to each other. They talk openly. About the proper way to load the dishwasher. About their children. About what will happen when Cindy’s needs exceed Chris’ abilities. After her diagnosis, her doctor gave Cindy 10 to 15 years to live, but 11 years later, she doesn’t trust that estimate. “We have to talk about things other people can ignore,” Chris says. “Death is an inevitability.” They talk about nursing homes. Cindy dreads the thought of living in a room too small for her sewing gear, and fears schedules that may limit when she can see her husband. “I’ll do whatever I can to keep her here,” Chris said. They talk about physicianassisted suicide, a viable option in Colorado since the 2016 passage of Proposition 106, the End of Life Options Act. “We have discussed it,” Cindy says. “I don’t know if I’m going to do it.” For now, those conversations are abstract, and Cindy can enjoy sitting in her recliner with Porscha on her lap. But a recent fall and extended stay in a rehabilitation facility reminds them the inevitable is just that. So they concentrate on cherishing every moment together, grateful for the 36 years they’ve had, looking forward to the tomorrows to come. There are worse things than MS, Chris believes. They could have lost one of their children. They could have died in a car crash. They could have fallen out of love. “If you breeze through life and you go off in different directions, you miss out on the closeness,” Chris said. “We have to be close.”
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Jefferson County voters will elect three out of five members for the Board of Education, which is the policy-making body of the Jefferson County School District. Five members serve alternating four-year terms on the board, and all members are volunteers. Candidates for the school board must live in the districts in which they are running, and must have lived in that district for at least 12 consecutive months. They must be registered to vote, and must not have been convicted of a sexual offense against a child. Ballots will be mailed out Oct. 16, and ballots must be received by 7 p.m. Nov. 7. Seats are open in districts 1, 2 and 5, and voters will choose one candidate per district. Residents who would like to learn more about the candidates and their positions are invited to a number of candidate forums. • Lakewood AAUW welcomes candidates at its forum at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 12 at Holy Shepherd Church, 920 Kipling St., Lakewood. Contact: Robin Durgin, robindurgin@gmail.com, or Mary
Wylie, dnmwylie@gmail.com • League of Women Voters of Jefferson County plans a candidate forum from 7-9 p.m. Oct. 17 at Jefferson Unitarian Church, 14350 W. 32nd Ave., Golden. Candidates will discuss their roles and priorities for the coming year. No campaigning will be allowed. LWV Jeffco is a nonpartisan organization that neither endorses nor opposes candidates. Contact www.lwvjeffco. org, email info@lwvjeffco.org or call 303-238-0032. Go to http://jeffersonunitarian.org/ events/candidate-forum-jeffco-schoolboard. • Candidates are invited to a Q&A at Golden Votes-March to the Ballot Box, from 1-3 p.m. Oct. 21 at Golden Public Library, 1019 10th St., Golden. Contact Judy Denison at judy_d@prodigy.net. • The Edgewater Collective and Jefferson County Association for Gifted Children are co-sponsoring a diverse learners candidate forum from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Oct. 25 in the library at Jefferson Jr./Sr. High School, 2305 Pierce St. in Edgewater. Contact: Joel Newton, joel@edgewatercollective.org or Susan Miller, infor@jeffcogifted. org.
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For now, the A Line running between Union Station and Denver International Airport, and the B Line running from Westminster to Union Station, will continue to operate, though extra safety flaggers will still be required at every road crossing. The timing gate technology, which regulators say is leaving the crossing arms down for 20 seconds too long when trains go by, is the root of the problem. A different technology is used to control the crossing arms along RTD’s light rail lines, which are unaffected. The 11-mile long G Line, with seven stations in Denver, Wheat Ridge and Arvada, had been slated to go into use in the fall of 2016. Instead, the PUC decision means that months of needed crossing gate testing cannot begin until next year. RTD could not be reached for comment on the future of the G Line.
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ND…. Go Rockies! Yes, your Colorado Rockies are going to the postseason in 2017! Of course, by the time you read this, it is entirely possible that they will be out of the postseason already, but we’re going to ignore that for just a moment or two. I think everybody expected the Rockies to be better this year, but I don’t remember anybody predicting a playoff scenario. When your #1 pitcher misses the 1st six weeks with a foot injury, and one of your other starters—the only one who you would describe as “veteran”—misses 4 months battling cancer, it’s hard to expect too much. Especially when the guys you’re asking to step up are all rookies. But, somehow, manager Buddy Black kept them all together long enough, pushed the right
buttons, and got them across the finish line. Limping, bleeding, slumping, stumbling … but across the finish line. What cracks me up is all the people on social media and elsewhere who mock the team for the big champagne celebration after clinching on Saturday (after a loss). This was a big deal, and these guys have been playing at this since Feb. 14 of this year, every day, logging tens of thousands of frequent flyer miles. I have no problem with popping the champagne corks over that. As Troy Renck of the Denver Post said the other day, “there are people who buy the first round at happy hour after successfully sending an email.” Pop away, Rockies! In fact, I think that’s pretty decent advice for anybody. If you accomplish something big, you come to the end of some project that has
consumed you for months, you should celebrate. It doesn’t have to be big, or grand, or public. But the principle is the same. This weekend, if you happen to wander past the North Area Athletic Complex, you will see thousands of students, with teachers and parent support staffs, all engaging in one of the early marching band competitions of the season. And, let me tell you — marching band is a project. These students are spending untold hours digging into the minutiae of 7 minute program, the design of which has been in the works since last winter, every day striving to make it just a little bit better. And, when they hit the finish on Oct. 28, they should stop and celebrate. I have a friend working on her dissertation SEE ALCORN, P12
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displeasure of these secret police. Fors I write this, a lone gunman tunately, she connected with another holed up on the 32nd floor of Peace Corps volunteer who was able to a Las Vegas casino hotel has help her. killed more than 50 people I mention this because the good and and wounded more than 500 more. kind people of Turkmenistan The details – all the sad, heart ALCHEMY were completely at the mercy wrenching, uplifting, horrifyof the whims of their dictatoing, miraculous, grisly, and rial government. Although I even inspiring details – are had previously believed that yet to be known, but one thing this could never happen in the we do know for certain: This U.S., I now fear that anything should not have happened. is possible. The darkest parts Something else we know for of world history are finding a sure is that this tragedy will way to replay in America, from reignite the controversy over Hitleresque demonization of gun control in the United States. an entire faith to the benighted Despite the success of gun beliefs of KKK white supremacontrol in some countries, and cism. the complete ban of firearms in Andrea Doray I support the Founding Fathers’ viothers, there is a mulish resistance by sion of the rights of American citizens some sectors of the American governto bear arms, if for no other reason ment – and some in our society – who refuse to acknowledge that there is even than to ultimately prevent the types of oppression I witnessed in Turka problem, much less a solution. I spent some time in 2010 volunteering menistan. But, like all rights, this one must be balanced with the good of the with the U.S. Peace Corps in Turkmenicitizenry at large. Hate speech is not alstan, a regime second in repression ways protected as free speech. Freedom only to North Korea. I personally was of religion does not extend to so-called followed by the KNB, their version of cults that break the law. And the right the KGB, and one of the young women to bear arms needs the balance of senI trained with was rousted out of bed in her host family’s home in the middle sible minds on all sides coming together of the night, for no reason that we ever to craft policies that honor the intent of ascertained. No one in the village would take her in because they feared the SEE DORAY, P11
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Balancing board Isn’t it time balance returned to the Jeffco school board? Don’t we need a couple of board members willing to ask what needs to happen to improve student achievement? I think yes, and yes, so I am supporting Matt Van tGieson and Erica Shields for Jeffco School Board. These two candidates ,will bring balanced discussions to the Jeffco School Board in a respectful manner. I have been unhappy with the current board’s decision to move sixth graders to middle school with minimal community engagement. I am not comfortable with the $50 million dollar price tag to make this happen. I have read that there are thousands of empty classroom seats in Jeffco. I think more creative problem solving needs to be discussed before spending $50 million to add an additional 5,000 classroom seats. Some of my friends didn’t even know it was happening and are now looking for alternatives for their children. I read that the district does not have the money to address low student achievement numbers, so wouldn’t the $50 million make a larger impact if allocated to the classrooms? It is these questions that the current board ignores. Please vote for Matt Van Gieson and Erica Shields to the Jeffco School Board. Maureen Sielaff,
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the 2nd Amendment as well as protect the people of America from the horrors of a Las Vegas-style massacre. There are no easy answers for such a complex problem. All I ask is a recognition by those in government that there is a problem, and a willingness to do the hard work of finding a solution. In this space, I echo the sentiments of Chris Murphy, now a Connecticut
Littleton Board change needed to improve For anyone who did not know, the Jefferson County school board recently released CMAS state test results. I was happy to see some gains but shocked that 50 percent of third graders do not meet the reading and math standards. I need to underline and bold that. 50 percent of third graders across Jefferson County do not meet reading and math standards! Reading and math! The coming election for the school board is more important than ever if we want to improve and serve every kid in Jeffco. I am writing to show my support for two (2) specific candidate’s in this election. Matt Van Gieson and Erica Shields. Matt is a native of Jeffco, a Jeffco graduate and the father of four children, all under the age of 7! He gets it. I heard him say that he has “a combined 50 years of future education in Jeffco.” How many candidates can say that? He has a vested interest in improving the academic results for the future. He cares about the longterm success of education in Jeffco, as Matt put it “I look at my children and statistically, two of them will not be ready for 4th grade”. He is willing to address the harsh realities of our poor test results in Jefferson County. Jefferson County must do better than failing half of the third graders in their communities. It is unconscionable that so many kids are failing so young and so early in their education. It is simply unacceptable! I believe Matt Van Gieson will bring tough
senator, who represented the House district that includes Newtown, Connecticut, when 20 children and six adults were shot to death at Sandy Hook Elementary School, in his reaction to the Las Vegas shootings: “… the thoughts and prayers of politicians are cruelly hollow if they are paired with continued legislative indifference.” I urge us all to engage in civil dialogue about this most critical issue. Andrea Doray is a writer who also urges us to pull our loved ones close, and recognize that each day is a gift. Contact her at a.doray@andreadoray. com.
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issues like this to the forefront and work hard to meet all student learning needs in Jeffco. I also support Erica Shields. She will also work hard to ensure an effective education for all students in Jeffco. She has spent countless hours volunteering in low-income schools and has demonstrated she will do all she can because All kids deserve a quality education. I don’t want more of what we have. I want better for every kid in Jefferson County. Please vote for Matt Van Gieson and Erica Shields on November 7th. Jennifer Butts, Littleton The latest of all trains As my wife recently said, sarcastically, “I see the tracks and the ( massive) parking garage in downtown Arvada, but where are the trains?” So are we in Arvada and Wheat Ridge doomed to wait, another year, before wehave commuter train service? We’ve waited years while the south suburbs had it long ago! And all
because Denver Transit Partners, part of a worldwide for-profit conglomerate, insists on combining street crossing signals (a technology developed a century ago) with “positive train control” a different technology which makes sure train engineers obey their signals. Their technology means that they cannot even get the street gates to operate properly! It is past time for our civic leaders to demand that we get the train service promised to us so long ago. And RTD has to retrieve its reputation by insisting on simpler solutions to fill their service and safety requirements of Colorado Public Utility Commission and National Railroad Administration regulations. This project is being indefinitely delayed by RTD, and, especially, by its DTP “partners” (which seems to care little about losing millions of dollars, let alone the thousands of people waiting for their long-promised service. Ron Vander Koo, Arvada
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Methodist Church, 6750 Carr St., Arvada, CO 80004. Flowers are welcome at either ceremony or memorials may be made in Karla’s memory to Community First Foundation, Coloradogives.org/ Bonfils. Visit www.HoranCares.com for the full obituary and guestbook.
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his isn’t going to be one of the funny ones. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, “On average, 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States.” QUIET October is National DESPERATION Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Hitting someone, slapping someone, beating someone up are things I have never done. I didn’t get that gobbet of testosterone at the factory. Once again, I don’t have any answers. I Craig Marshall sometimes wonder Smith about my gender, and what is inside that leads to a belief in domination that exhibits itself in physical abuse. There is more abuse coming from men than there is coming from women.
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right now, too. She has been in school, off and on, for the last 30 years, studying, doing research, writing, editing and defending her ideas since before I met her. And, when she comes to the end of this road, God (and the Graduate Review
“To the moon, Alice.” It’s never, “To the moon, Ralph.” I know that clobbering someone entertains millions of people — always has, always will. I never followed what Muhammad Ali did in the ring. Outside the ring, I listened. What Ronda Rousey does for a living is of no interest to me. “Punch and Judy” isn’t funny, at least not to me. My sister and I used to wrestle, and maybe it’s natural to tussle when you are kids or puppies or cubs. But later on, it can turn into something else, especially when macho-macho-man gets whatever it is into his head. Smacking a woman is about as low as it gets. There is no better word for a man who strikes a woman than “jerk.” “One in three women and one in four men have been victims of (some form of) physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime” (NCADV). Children — and babies — get into the ring with dad, a boyfriend, or a babysit-
ter too. Sometimes it’s the mother. People line up to see violence-based dramas, a whole gaudy panoply, featuring nifty-cool Jawa ionization blasters, wrist rockets and flame projectors. World history was packed with destructive human behavior long before films (and arcade games). Films now just do a very vivid job of making it spectacularly realistic. Good vs. evil is one thing. It’s the premise of just about everything. Whether it’s biblical or your favorite team’s arch-rival, there has to be a protagonist and there has to be an antagonist. It makes for good theater. It makes for a bad home. Counseling, therapy, protective orders, arrests, imprisonments, but over and over nothing stands in the way if someone has it in for their “intimate partner.” Sometimes it’s the heat of the moment, but often it’s a pattern of behavior. There’s a video of former Baltimore Raven Ray Rice dragging his then-fian-
cee out of an elevator. She’s now his wife. Alcohol was blamed. At other times, drugs are blamed. Good excuses aren’t good reasons. We’re not alone. Then-Secretary-General of the United Nations Kofi Annan said (2006), “Violence against women and girls is a problem of pandemic proportions. At least one out of every three women around the world has been beaten, coerced into sex, or otherwise abused in her lifetime with the abuser usually someone known to her.” It cannot help that some world leaders, like our own, resort to bullying. It cannot help that some world leaders, like our own, threaten violence as a solution to differences. There are many things that I wish I could reverse. That I wish I could improve. This is one. Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net.
Committee willing) she will have a few extra initials after her name, a pay raise, and a lot of time suddenly on her hands. Even I sometimes manage to finish a few things. In the past two months, in fact, I’ve been able to actually put a bow on a couple things, and I always take at least a night to stop, enjoy a beverage, and take stock of what I’ve done. The celebration is necessary, no matter how boisterous or how low-key. Big
accomplishments are all-consuming: it’s not just the time and the energy, it’s the “always in the back of your mind and part of your thought process” thing that, suddenly, frees up schedules and brain cells. A celebration of such is needed to put a lid on the box, and get ready to move on. Because one thing I’ve found, whether it’s the Rockies getting ready for the Diamondbacks and then, hopefully,
the Dodgers, or a musician preparing for the next album or the tour, it’s that there’s always a next thing to move on to. And only stopping to look around and measure your last accomplishment gives you the perspective to go after the next one even better. 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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resident Trump visited time this or early next year, a lot of Springfield, Missouri, and the business investment that’s been laid out his plans for reformpredicated on getting tax reform done ing our nation’s outdated, will have been poorly made,” said J.D. Foster, senior vice president complex and uncompetitive and chief economist at the U.S. tax system. The president’s GUEST Chamber. “Business investplan is built around an COLUMN ment will likely contract sigAmerica-first tax system that nificantly, and we will have a is focused on jobs, increassignificant period of economic ing wages and wealth in weakness in my opinion.” America, and restoring the Our economy is healthy American dream. when we grow at roughly 3.5 The Business Roundtable percent. Since 2007, it has been conducted a survey of their below 2.5 percent consistently. CEOs and 90 percent respondSignificant and generational ed that delaying tax reform tax reform is at the core of will harm the U.S. economy President Trump’s plan to reby causing slower economic Jeff Wasden turn to over 3 percent growth. growth, hiring, and capital A 3 percent growth rate will yield a investment. Fifty-seven percent of nominal gross domestic product that the responding CEOs say delaying is $16 trillion larger, generate $2.9 triltax reform means their company will delay capital spending, the investment lion in federal government revenue, and raise wages and salaries of Amerthat drives jobs and growth. Fifty-six percent say their companies will delay ican workers by $7 trillion, according to administration estimates. hiring plans. Fixing our broken tax code for famiPresident Trump believes lower taxes and higher wages will result in a lies, small businesses, workers, and job creators is the single most imporbetter life for all Americans and make tant action we can take to grow our the American dream more acceseconomy and help the middle class sible than ever before. The Colorado get ahead. If we are successful in this Business Roundtable enthusiastically once-in-a-generation opportunity to endorses a tax reform plan that acmake taxes simpler, fairer and lower complishes four goals — simplificafor hard-working Colorado families, tion of our tax code so that it is fair to we can encourage entrepreneurs to reall Americans, provides reforms that invest in their businesses and Amerilead to job creation and higher wages, can companies to bring back jobs and provides tax relief for the working profits trapped overseas. and middle classes, and paves the “CEOs overwhelmingly believe way for repatriation of funds parked that tax reform is the most effective offshore back to the United States. way to put more Americans to work Our current tax code has increased in a stronger, growing economy. The in length and complexity so that 94 Trump administration’s recent release percent of U.S. taxpayers needed some of its tax proposals was a significant form of help to file their returns, acstep forward as they work with Concording to National Taxpayers Union, gress on pro-growth reform legislaand 91 percent of small businesses tion. By demonstrating the imporhired a professional to do their taxes, tance of tax reform to business and according to the National Federation the U.S. economy, these survey results of Independent Business. Taxpayers confirm that tax reform is a critical spend over 6 billion hours annually priority if we are to grow the economy complying with the tax code, accordand create jobs and opportunity,” said ing to the IRS’s Taxpayer Advocate Business Roundtable President and Service. Complying with current tax CEO Joshua Bolten. code, one that is six time longer today Colorado Business Roundtable as it was in 1955, places a $262 billion strongly encourages our congresburden on the economy. sional delegation, leadership and the Colorado’s economy depends on 892 administration to pass meaningful U.S. companies that actively operate and permanent tax reform. If you are internationally, competing in global interested in joining business leaders, markets on a daily basis for inputs, chambers and associations in advocapital and customers. These globcating for a fairer, simpler and more ally engaged companies directly and competitive rate, please contact us at indirectly contributed $148.8 billion to jwasden@cobrt.com the Colorado economy in 2013, according to a Business Roundtable report. Jeff Wasden is president of the Focusing on tax reform that benefits Colorado Business Roundtable, which Colorado workers, is simple and fair, describes itself as an advocate for and sets a competitive rate that drive proactive, pro-business legislation that job creation and higher wages is strengthens the economy and allows something every Coloradan should businesses to grow and thrive in Colochampion. rado and the region. “If we don’t have tax reform some-
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Words have no meaning to a habitual liar SOUND ADVICE
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Dear Neil: My boyfriend of 18 months continuously lies to me. He’s lied about going places, about sleeping with his ex-girlfriend, about smoking, about drinking and about spending verses saving money. In the beginning of our relationship I got hold of his social media, and discovered he was flirting with other girls and talking trash about me. The trust in our relationship is not there, but I love him. What can we do to fix this problem? Will I ever be able to trust him again? — My Boyfriend is a Liar Dear Boyfriend is a Liar: It’s interesting that you ask if you will ever be able to trust him again, because as far as I can tell, you’ve never been able to trust him. That does not inspire confidence about his honesty, honor or integrity in the future. In order to be able to trust someone, you need for him to be truthful over time about matters both large and small. He would have to tell the whole truth and nothing but the truth about who he’s with, where he’s going, what he’s doing and who he’s sleeping with. He would need to
say exactly what he means and mean exactly what he says. If he did that, you would know what kind of relationship he is trying to establish with you. (A casual relationship with no assumptions, or a committed relationship that is building toward a future?) He would not hide access to his phone or computer because he would have nothing to hide, and you would know his security codes or passwords — unless he worked with highly sensitive or confidential information. But you would have virtually no need to verify what he said, because you would have no reason to suspect that he had been misleading you. (Birthday presents, surprise jewelry or spontaneous weekend get-aways get a free pass.) Words mean nothing when they’re meant to deceive. Therefore, always believe someone’s actions instead of their words. An habitual liar is likely to remain a liar when he’s trying to hide something, and habitual liars have a lot to hide. But if you stay with a liar you will never trust him, and you’ll find yourself questioning almost everything he says. As a
result, don’t be surprised if you find yourself snooping around in order to verify what he tells you. But that presents a new problem: you won’t like yourself when you’re snooping around. You may be able to justify it, but your self-esteem will lessen. I wouldn’t give your boyfriend chance after chance after chance if I were you. If he has lied over and over again, an agreement with him isn’t likely to be effective, because you’ll fear he’ll say one thing and do another. So the answer to your last 2 questions: “We” cannot fix this problem. He is the only one who can, and it doesn’t sound as if he is terribly motivated. Second, unless he sees the light and has a complete reversal of his behavior, you are unlikely to trust him into the future. You might love him, but it doesn’t sound as if he is good for you. Neil Rosenthal is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Westminster and Boulder. He is the author of the bestselling book Love, Sex, and Staying Warm: Creating a Vital Relationship. Contact him at 303-758-8777 or visit neilrosenthal.com.
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keep them in Westminster,” Tripp said. “We know the importance of this facility to our community and the region, and we wanted to keep them here. The Mayor and City Council were very clear to me that we should do everything we could to keep them and provided me with great latitude to offer them a very generous and supportive assistance package.” That included offering the pavilion space farther south, in the burgeoning Westminster Downtown development along 88th Avenue. “We put together a competitive proposal that included an exhaustive site selection process, architectural renderings and financial incentives valued in the millions of dollars,” Tripp said . “I think the staff did a remarkable job of
Westminster will have four years to figure out a new use for the 11acre parcel at 104th Avenue and Westminster Boulevard now that the Butterfly Pavilion has decided to move its base of operation to Broomfield. In a written statement, Westminster City Manager Don Tripp said city officials did what they could to keep the popular zoo for bugs where it is. “I want to assure people that the city did all it could to meet the needs of the Butterfly Pavilion and
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Colorado cideries embrace old and new St. Vrain Cidery in Longmont was started by three friends, and offers 24 different hard ciders on its taps.
Drink offers a new world of taste variations BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
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olorado is home to nearly 230 breweries, which means practically every kind of beer a person could crave can be found with a little legwork. But let’s face it — beer isn’t for everyone. For those with a more diverse palate or just looking to step away from beer for a while, cider might just be the right fit. “I fell in love with the light and effervescent flavor profile of hard cider,” remembers Ian Capps, head cider maker at Denver’s Stem Ciders. “I think it can be much more nuanced than typical beer profiles, and I was excited about getting into something new that wasn’t beer.” Stem is just one of a handful of cidermakers that have popped up in
IF YOU GO WHAT: Lakewood’s Cider Days. The annual autumn festival includes apple pressing, apple cider by the glass or gallon, baking challenge, pie eating contests, and hard cider tastings. WHERE: Lakewood Heritage Center, 801 S. Yarrow St., Lakewood WHEN: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 7 and 8 COST: Advance adult admission is $6, and $8 the day of. Price for children (ages 3 through 12) is $5. The hard cider-tasting package costs $28 in advance and $30 on the day of, and it includes an open tasting of more than 50 hard ciders, a commemorative tasting glass and admission into all the other events. MORE INFORMATION: 303-987-7850 or www.Lakewood.org/CiderDays the Denver metro area and beyond. Aficionados can also sample the Colorado Cider Company and C
CIDERY LOCATIONS Big B’s Hard Ciders 39126 Highway 133, Hotchkiss C Squared Ciders 2875 Blake St., Denver www.csquaredciders.com Colorado Cider Company 2650 W. 2nd Ave., Denver Ice Cave Cider House 174 Washington St., Monument www.facebook.com/theicecaveciderhouse St. Vrain Cidery 350 Terry St., Longmont Stem Ciders 2811 Walnut St., Denver Squared Ciders, both in Denver, head north and stop by Longmont’s St. Vrain Cidery, or head south to Monument to the Ice Cave Cider House, or go to the Western Slope and see where some of the apples are grown at places like Big B’s Hard
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Ciders in Hotchkiss. “We have such a strong craft brew scene in Colorado, that cider was the logical next step,” said Brad Page, who founded the Colorado Cider Company with his wife. “When you add in the interest in farm-to-table and local foods, it makes sense that so many people would get into this drink.” When many people hear the term cider, they think along the lines of apple juice. But hard cider, unlike beer, which is made from hops, barley and other ingredients, is more akin to wine. As Dan Daugherty, cidermaker at St. Vrain Cidery explains it, cider ferments completely dry to zero residual sugar, meaning that to sweeten it, makers have to either arrest the fermentation before completion or sweeten afterwards. The next step is to stabilize the cider to prevent the yeast from waking back up and consuming the remaining sugars. “Cider is similar to beer in terms SEE CIDERIES, P17
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of ABV (alcohol by volume) — commonly around 7 percent — and in consumption and packaging formats,” he added. One of the biggest misconceptions most cidermakers deal with is a fear that the drink will be too sweet — like boozy apple juice. “A lot of people who haven’t tasted cider are expecting a super sweet drink, so when I hand them one of our drier ciders, they say, ‘I didn’t know it could taste like this,’ “ said Shawn Larson, head cidermaker at Big B’s. “We’re all cowboys here in America. We add flavors like apricots, cherries or hops into some ciders to see how they change the taste, which is something traditional European cideries wouldn’t.” There’s a sense of camaraderie in the cider industry, and that has been furthered by the creation of the Rocky Mountain Cider Association. The group helps facilitate events like Colorado Cider Week in May, the Colorado Cider and Beer Circus in August at Copper Mountain, and this weekend’s Lakewood’s Cider Days, where various cideries can show off their skills and latest creations. “We have felt incredible support not only from other cideries, locally as well as nationally, but also from the craft beverage industry here in Colorado,” Daugherty added. For the makers, it’s the infinite possibility of the fruit that keeps the scene exciting. “My favorite thing about cider is the vast array of unique flavors and aromas that can come from fermenting fresh pressed apple juice,” Capps said. “Whether it’s aged in a barrel, co-fermented with other fruits, or wild fermented with natural yeasts from the orchard, the resulting flavor profiles are limitless.”
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Open until at least 10 p.m. every night of the week, Denver’s Stem Ciders also features trivia nights, live music, and pie pairings. COURTESY OF STEM CIDERS
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SOME AREA CIDERY FLAVORS The following descriptions are from the cideries’ websites: Big B’s Cherry Daze: Hand crafted using a creative blend of local cider apples, it is infused with local Montmorency Cherries. Cherry Daze is a crisp, semi-sweet hard apple cider with a tart cherry flavor. ABV 6.2 percent. Grizzly Brand Hard Cider: Aged in used bourbon barrels, it’s unfiltered and bottle conditioned. Grizzly Brand is a crisp and dry cider, laced with woody vanilla like tones and finishes with the warmth of fine bourbon. ABV 6.9 percent. More information: www.bigbs. com Colorado Cider Company
Grasshop-ah: Aromas of lemon zest and cut grass lead to flavors of light hops and a citrus kick of lemongrass. ABV 6.5 percent. Uvana: Made with a 50-50 blend of Colorado wine grapes and apples. Delicate fruit flavors, a snappy middle and a dry finish with very few bubbles. ABV 6.9 percent.
refreshing citrus notes and a hint of ginger heat to a tart apple base. ABV 6.9 percent. More information: www.stvraincidery.com Stem Ciders
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Coffee Apple Cider: Crafted with a blend of coffees from Guatemala, Brazil and Sumatra. Golden copper hues with smoky, roasted, tart apple notes. Malty with a tannin structure. ABV 6.8 percent.
Dry Chokeberry: Melds wild, piquant berry and cherry aromas with a clean, dry, baked-appleand-tannic-berry flavor profile. Finishes with a hint of black tea. ABV 6.9 percent.
La Chene: Red Zinfandel barrel aged. Smoke, caramel and vanilla on the nose, smooth, velvet mouth feel and slight oak tannin on the finish. ABV 6.4 percent.
Dry Ginger Cider: Dry cider infused with Fiji ginger to add
More information: www.stemciders.com
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The weather in Colorado, particularly in the Western Slope, is prime apple country, as Big B’s can attest to. And that allows for not only top-notch hard cider, but regular versions of the beverage as well. “Our regular apple juice hasn’t changed, and we ship that out all over the state,” said Shawn Larson, head cidermaker at Hotchkiss-based Big B’s. “We probably press between 7 and 8 million pounds of apples per year.” St. Vrain sells Big B’s cider and apple juice for families and children, and Stem also offers apple juice to under-aged customers.
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Colorado photographer sees the big picture Fielder talks new book, the environment, the joy of solitude BY TOM SKELLEY TSKELLEY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
From his Summit County home near Silverthorne, 9,000 feet above sea level, John Fielder watches an approaching storm front, waiting to find if it will bring rain or snow. “One the edge of bad weather is where I get my best shots,” Fielder says. “Right now I’m watching aspen leaves turning and blowing off of trees, that’s a very sensuous moment in time …. On Monday morning, if the storm brings snow, I’ll have leaves on the ground and snow on the peaks, that’s another one of those moments.” The renowned photographer recently published “A Colorado Winter,” a book of frozen landscapes from around the state. The snowcovered scenes represent a departure from the vibrant foliage in much of Fielder’s work, and presented a challenge to prioritize shape over shade. “You don’t have all of that massive color to work with, you have to work more with shapes and textures,” he said. But “if you can do it the right way, you can produce extraordinarily creative photography.” Fielder spends much of the winter huddled in his snow-packed home, editing photos from the previous year. But when the impulse strikes, he gets up in the dark and hikes or skis a few miles into the wild to make images in the early morning light. Through the late morning and afternoon he warms up in one of dozens of huts in the 10th Mountain Division trail system, then re-emerges before sunset to make a few more images and ski downhill toward home. “One reason I love Colorado is that we have four distinct seasons,” he said. “I tell people it’s like we have four years in each one … I consider myself to be 268 years old.” Advocacy through art In 1993 the Sierra Club awarded
Gore Lake stands out from the surrounding landscape in the Eagles Nest Wilderness area in this photograph from John Fielder’s collection. Fielder says being alone in the wild keeps his mind clear, improves his problem-solving capabilities and preserves his self-preservation instincts. COURTESY OF JOHN FIELDER Fielder its Ansel Adams Award for influencing policy through art, and his celebrity has boosted the profiles of nonprofit groups such as Conservation Colorado as well as legislation including the Great Outdoors Colorado initiative in 1992 and the Responsible Growth initiative in 2000. “It would be hypocritical of me to make a living off of nature and to not give back,” he said. “We are intelligent beings on a very special place, planet Earth. I’ve been so lucky to see and to feel just how special it really is, it’s my obligation to perpetuate what it contains for my grandkids.” His biggest concerns outside Colorado’s borders are overpopulation and global warming — he thinks the term “climate change” is a cop-out — but he acknowledges the cliché that all politics are local and applies his time accordingly. His latest work
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John Fielder embarks on a hike with his large format film camera to capture Colorado’s unique fall colors. Fielder prefers a smaller digital camera for most outings now, accompanied by a pack llamas in place of human assistants.
is urging nonprofit groups to lobby lawmakers to put growth back on the legislative table. “There is clear evidence that growth is compromising everything we came to Colorado for and stay here for,” Fielder said. “We can’t build a geographical fence around the place and tell people not to come, all we can do is create legislation to preserve the things we all love.” Changed approach Advocacy pushed Fielder into the public eye, a potentially uncomfortable place for a wilderness photographer. Perhaps it’s one reason he’s come to cherish being alone. “As I’ve gotten older, I’ve found I love my solitude,” he said. “When I go into the wilderness I try to take full advantage of what it offers, the peace and quiet, the smells, the sounds.”
Expeditions in years past required heavy equipment and several human assistants, but as digital technology advanced he pared his staff down. A typical outing now consists of Fielder and two rented llamas, Roberto and Gustavus, who carry his tent, lenses and the occasional sixpack of beer. “Their English is pretty poor,” he said, and the silence lets him focus on the big picture. “It allows me to appreciate how lucky we are. To be sentient beings with two eyes, two ears two arms and two legs, and who live on a planet, in a galaxy, in a solar system, in a universe, in a multiverse,” Fielder said. “We’re distracted from the underlying big picture in our everyday lives, but when you’re alone and you don’t have those sensory distractions, your mind becomes incredibly lucid.”
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Author writes book on Ad Coors’s murder Nashville resident Philip Jett has been vacationing in Colorado for about 15 years. During one of those trips some seven years ago, he did the Coors Brewery tour in Golden. Walking through a hallway, he noticed something — one of the members of the Coors Family was missing from the progression of time in collection of portraits hanging on the wall. Jett, a retired corporate attorney, did some research online and learned about Ad Coors’s murder. It was then that he decided to write his debut book: “Death of an Heir: Adolph Coors III and the Murder That Rocked an American Brewing Dynasty.” “I thought, that’s a powerful story,” Jett said, adding, “I want to write about actual events that nobody’s written about.” “Death of an Heir,” which went on sale on Sept. 26, is written as creative nonfiction. The story is factually accurate with dates, times and names, but there are some things borrowed from fiction, such as dialogue and descriptive scene-setting, Jett said. “I want people to read it and learn,” Jett said, “but enjoy it at the same time.” What can readers expect from “Death of an Heir?” Readers will learn about the kidnapping and murder of Adolph Coors III, the backgrounds of those involved, and how it affected the families of Ad Coors and his killer.
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Philip Jett, author of “Death of an Heir: Adolph Coors III and the Murder That Rocked an American Brewing Dynasty,” talks about his experiences during the four years of research that went into writing his debut book during a book signing event on Sept. 26 at the Tattered Cover. CHRISTY STEADMAN
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What do you hope people take away from the book? I hope readers obtain a sense of how this cruel and terrible crime impacted Ad Coors’s family, altering their lives forever. What did you enjoy most about writing “Death of an Heir?” I enjoy research — rediscovering facts that have been long lost or forgotten, and talking with people who were part of history. How did you go about the research? Over four years, I gathered newspaper articles from three states, prison records from two states, estate files, the FBI investigation report, the murder trial transcript, appeals court cases, photographs, magazine articles and information from Coors company publications. I listened to audio and watched video, and conducted interviews.
I (also) met with the district attorney and assistant district attorney, a defense attorney, a coworker, Ad Coors’s estate attorney and emailed or telephoned deputies and others. I also visited Ad Coors’s house, the site of the murder, the dump where the body was discarded and Mary Coors’s grave site. Why was this particular case of interest? Do you have any local ties to it? My only connection to the story is I found it to be an interesting one that had not been told in book form. Will audiences outside of Golden and Colorado enjoy the book? I believe readers from anywhere who appreciate true-crime and history with a bit of mystery, and who are interested in rich and powerful families, will enjoy learning about this tragic event.
A play of great intensity at the Vintage Theatre ntense: this is the first thought that comes to mind when reflecting on Vintage Theatre’s current production of “August: Osage County” that plays through Oct. 15. The superb company, under the astute direction of Bernie Cardell, leaves the audience exhausted by the end of the evening. Family dynamics are the heart and soul of this gripping tale. Cast members include: Deb Persoff (Violet Weston), Roger Hudson (Beverly Weston), Haley Johnson (Barbara Fordham), Kelly Uhlenhopp (Ivy Weston), Lauren Bahlman (Karen Weston), Marc Stith (Bill Fordham), Kaitlin Weinstein (Jean Fordham), Andrew Uhlenhopp (Steve Heidebrecht), Darcy Kennedy (Mattie Fae Aiken), John Ashton (Charlie Aiken), Brandon Palmer (“Little” Charlie Aiken), Emily Gerhard (Johnna Monevata), and Stephen Krusoe (Sheriff Deon Gilbeau). The Weston family is falling apart at the seams following the disappearance of family patriarch, Beverly. The disappearance
brings the three daughters, Ivy, Barbara and Karen together for the first time in recent memory. Ivy who still lives in the area, is charged with trying to keep track of their irascible mother, Violet, who is addicted to alcohol and pills. Barbara and Bill Fordham and their daughter Jean, are “home” for the first time in years. Karen shows up with her current “significant other,” Steve, a pompous, blowhard. Barbara and Bill are actually separated but show up together as a family to keep up appearances. Daughter Jean is a precocious teenager who likes to, among other things, smoke pot. Steve offers to hook Jean up with some “good” stuff. When it becomes apparent that Beverly, who is also an alcoholic, isn’t coming back, because he’s committed suicide by drowning himself, the situation devolves even further. Violet becomes even more out of control, causing stress and strain on the entire household. Among other things,
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we learn that Ivy and “Little” Charlie are in love. I never did quite figure this one out, because he is the son of Violet’s sister, Mattie Fae and her husband Charlie. The brilliant cast plays each role with conviction. I would be remiss to not mention a few notable performances. Deb Persoff is outstanding in the role of the deranged matriarch, Violet. Also of note is Haley Johnson as Barbara Fordham. She is stunning and we find out just how “stunning” she is at the close of the play. It is difficult to not comment on every single actor in the production, because each is so special. “August: Osage County” runs through Oct. 15, at Vintage Theatre, 1468 Dayton St., in Aurora. It’s well worth the trip to see this riveting play. Running time is 3 hours and 15 minutes, but the time flew by. Intense, indeed. For tickets and information, call 303-856-7830 or visit www.vintagethreatre.com. Harriet Hunter Ford can be reached at hhunterford@gmail.com
Library to host beer and book events Stouts and Stories, Ales and Tales takes place October and November BY CHRISTY STEADMAN CSTEADMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
The library is not just for kids. This October and November, the Jefferson County Public Library is putting on Stouts and Stories, Ales and Tales — a six-week celebration of craft beer in Jeffco, designed specifically for adults. Stouts and Stories, Ales and Tales will give library patrons age 21 and older an opportunity to participate in special events, tap parties, contests and a passport beer tour. To learn more about Stouts and Stories, Ales and Tales or to register for any of the programs or events, visit www.jeffcolibrary. org/beer. Jeffco Passport Beer Tour Participants may pick up a Beer Tour Passport from any Jeffco library. As they visit brewery partners in the county, they’ll receive discounts and prizes. The event goes from Oct. 1-Nov. 15. Craft Beer Talk and Tap Event The library’s Craft Beer Talk and Tap Event takes place from 6-9 p.m. Oct. 11 at the Lamar Street Center, 5889 Lamar St. in Arvada. Attendees must be 21 years of age with a valid photo ID. The event will feature craft beer, live music and TED-style talks from Colorado brewers. The event is free, but registration is required. Tap Parties Four tap parties will take place during Stouts and Stories, Ales and Tales. They are: 4-8 p.m. Oct. 25 at Green Mountain Beer Co., 2585 S. Lewis Way in Lakewood. 4-8 p.m. Oct. 27 at Someplace Else Brewery, 6425 W. 52nd Ave. in Arvada. 4-8 p.m. Nov. 8 at Westfax Brewing, 6733 W. Colfax Ave. in Lakewood. 7-10 p.m. Nov. 15 at Lariat Lodge Brewing Co., 27618 Fireweed Drive in Evergreen. Library beer-related events The library is hosting a couple more special events for Stouts and Stories, Ales and Tales. The following events are being offered a number of times at various Jeffco libraries. Check the library’s website for time, date and location. The Story of Beer — Attendees will learn the origins and history of beer in Jefferson County, including how it’s made, different types of beer and the stories of several great American brewers and beer families. Trends in micro brewing and craft beers, and their strong Colorado connections, will be featured. Beer Pint Glass Etching — Attendees will customize their own beer pint glass. All supplies and materials are provided while supplies last.
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A Delicate Balance: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday from Friday, Oct. 6 to Sunday, Nov. 5 at The Edge Theater Company, 1560 Teller St., Lakewood. Neighbors and a nameless fear upset the household of a suburban couple. Additional show at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 23. Tickets available at 303-232-0363 or online at www.theedgetheater.com. Bent: 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6 and Saturday, Oct. 7 at the Red Rocks Community College Theatre, at the courtyard level of the Lakewood campus, 13300 W. 5th Ave. Bent is a Tony Award nominee. Contact 303-914-6458 or theatre@rrcc.edu. For tickets, go to tinyurl.com/rrcctickets. Les Liaison Dangereuses: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 1 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 15 at Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. Additional shows at 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8. French aristocrats use seduction as the ultimate game, with tragic results. Call 303-935-3044 or go to minersalley.com. For mature audiences; recommended for ages 18 and older.
this week’s TOP FIVE Book Signing: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at Barnes & Noble Denver West Village, 14347 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood. Lakewood-born author Alice Longaker will sign her debut novel, “Wren,” a coming of age take written for middle-grade girls. When her mother is diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer, Wren is sent to live with her hippie grandparents. Tragedy and new surroundings combine to deepen Wren’s understanding of the world and herself. Go to www.facebook.com/ alicelongakercolorado. Gatsby Murder Mystery Masquerade: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at Calvary Church, 1400 Arapahoe St., Golden. Adults-only; fundraiser for Golden High School scholarship fund. Go to http:// Kiwanis-Murder-Mystery.Eventbrite.com A Pilot Remembers the Cold War: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at the Standley Lake Library, 8485 Kipling St., Arvada. U.S. Navy Commander (ret.) Don Stanton piloted military jets during the Cold War, participating in several intense military missions. Now he shares his unique experience and perspective on past events
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow: 1 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 28, with an additional show at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 21 and Saturday, Oct. 28 at Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. Presented by Miners Alley Children’s Theater. Call 303-935-3044 or go to www. minersalley.com. Appropriate for ages 12 and younger.
ART/FILM
Quilt Show: Friday, Oct. 6 to Sunday, Oct. 8 at Echter’s Nursery & Garden Center,5150 Garrison St., Arvada. Call 303-215-9001 or email rmqm@ rmqm.org. Exhibition in Stone: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday, and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday through Oct. 15 at the Foothills Art Center, 809 15th St., Golden. Artists Chris Herald, Bill Gee and Susan Judy bring their experiences in geology and art to inform their use of stone. Go to http://www. foothillsartcenter.org/current/ Street Font and Funk: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday through Oct. 15 at Foothills Art Center, 809 15th St., Golden. Denver artist Jolt’s style encompasses abstract expressionism, illustrative characters, vibrant colors and massive wall murals. Go to http://www.foothillsartcenter.org/ current/ Halloween Ornaments: for sale through Tuesday, Oct. 31 at Spirits in the Wind Gallery, 1211 Washington Ave., Golden. Ornament styles include candy corn, pumpkins and ghosts. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Go to http://www.spiritsinthewindgallery.com.
and discusses the Cold War’s effect on current events. Climb aboard this informative, incisive talk about an important part of our nation’s past. For adults. Call 303-235-5275 or go to www.jeffcolibrary.org. Golden Beer Talks: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10 at the Windy Saddle Café, 1110 Washington Ave., Golden. Adrian Miller, author of “The President’s Kitchen Cabinet: The Story of the African Americans Who Have Fed Our First Families, From the Washingtons to the Obamas,” will be the guest speaker. Event is free and no reservation is required. Go to www.goldenbeertalks.org. Writing Family Stories: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11 at Applewood Valley United Methodist Church, 2035 Ellis St., Golden. “If Facts Could Tell Tales: Making Research Come Alive” is presented by Gayle Jacobs. Bring a story about a favorite ancestor to share. Write one or two sentences describing an intriguing event or anecdote and why you chose it. Gayle will show how to make it interesting, informative and fun. If desired, bring a lunch. Go to http://www.foothillsgenealogy.org.
Dowsing With Intention: 7-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5 at Clements Community Center, Columbine Room, 1580 Yarrow St., Lakewood. Beginning dowsing and practical dowsing exercises. Longtime member Sue Russo is the featured guest speaker. Go to www.milehighdowsers.org.
MUSIC
Musical Feast: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5 at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway. Opening concert of the 2017-18 season. Tickets available at www. lakewoodsymphony.org or 303987-7845. Music of Scottish Isles: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13 at Lakewood Cultural Center, 480 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood. Gaelic singer Julie Fowlis, BBC Award winner and Scottish cultural ambassador, returns to Lakewood with her ensemble of virtuoso players. Fowlis may be best known for her vocals on the soundtrack to the Disney PIXAR film “Brave.” Go to www.Lakewood.org.
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Renewable Energy Updates: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5 at Golden Community Center, 1470 10th St., Golden. Panel discussion on local efforts toward sustainable communities and focused on renewable energy. Presented by the League of Women Voters. Contact 303-268-0032 or info@lwvjeffco. org, or go to www.lwvjeffco.org.
Blessing of the Animals: 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at St. John Chrysostom Episcopal Church, 13151 W. 28th Ave., Golden. Short outdoor service; animals must be on leashes or in carriers. Go to www.stjohngolden.org. Book Signing: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at Barnes & Noble Denver West Village, 14347 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood. Lakewood-born author Alice Longaker will sign her debut novel, “Wren.” Go to www.facebook.com/alicelongakercolorado. A Pilot Remembers the Cold War: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at the Standley Lake Library, 8485 Kipling St., Arvada. U.S. Navy Commander (ret.) Don Stanton piloted military jets during the Cold War; he shares his experience and perspective. For adults. Call 303-235-5275 or go to www.jeffcolibrary.org. Festival of Scarecrows: 1:15-2:15 p.m. Oct. 7 at Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada. Scarecrow stories, craft, costumes. Call 303-235-5275 or go to www.jeffcolibrary.org.
Star Wars Scavenger Hunt: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 7 at the Standley Lake Library, 8485 Kipling St., Arvada. Call 303-235-5275 or go to www.jeffcolibrary.org. Toxic Faith: noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10 at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada. “Toxic Faith: When Religion Hurts” features a filmed interview with Sam Brower, the private investigator who cracked open the case that led to the arrest of Warren Jeffs, the leader of the polygamous Fundamentalist Church of Latterday Saints. Contact Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@ peacelutheran.net. Wheat Ridge Historical Society: 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at the Red Brick House, 4610 Robb St. Social time begins at 7 p.m. Upcoming meetings are Oct. 10, Nov. 14. The society’s holiday party is Dec. 12 at the Braugh House. Dine Back Night: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11 at 3 Sons Italian Restaurant and Bar, 14805 W. 64th Ave., Unit C, Arvada. Dine in, carry out or stop by for dessert, and 20 percent of sales will be donated back to the Arvada Visitors Center. Live entertainment by the Double Standards begins at 6 p.m. The Arvada Visitors Center helps residents and guests explore Arvada to the fullest. Call 303-455-4366 to RSVP. Warning Out Notices: 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11 at Applewood
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Valley United Methodist Church, 2035 Ellis St., Golden. Janet Beiner, NSDAR trained volunteer field genealogist, presents “Warning Out in New England.” To control homelessness, vagrancy, and poverty, New England towns relied heavily on the “warning out” system inherited from English law. The process focused on the eligibility of transients to receive poor relief from their most recent town of residence. Go to http://www.foothillsgenealogy. org. American Legion Post 161 Meeting: 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12, at 6230 W. 60th Ave., Arvada. Contact 303-424-0324 for cost and other information. Night on the Town: 7-11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14 at Sheridan Denver West, 360 Union Blvd., Lakewood. Benefit Jade Woman de LaLonde, which provides Five Element Chinese Medicine pediatric clinics. Call 720-484-5357 or go to www.jadewomandelalonde. org. Apple Cider Day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14 at Historic Park, 4610 Robb St., Wheat Ridge. Bring your washed apples and containers, and use our antique press to make cider. Lunch cooked on the cook stove in the Soddy. Historians will answer questions about the Wheat Ridge area. Call 303-421-9111 or go to www. wheatridgehistoricalsociety.org. Halloween Happens: 3-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14 at the Denver West Barnes & Noble, 14347 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood. Members of the Rocky Mountain Readers group will share their happiest, scariest or funniest Halloween reading or cartoon; can even be something you wrote yourself. Rocky Mountain Readers is not your typical book club; no one tells you what to read. Everyone is welcome, even if you have read nothing on the topic. Contact eocaoffice@gmail.com. Free Landfill Day: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at Tower Road Landfill, 88th Avenue, just east of Tower Road, Commerce City. Northglenn residents may dispose of items that are too large to fit in your trash cart. Proof of residency required. Electronics, tires, car batteries, appliances with Freon, fluorescent light bulbs and hazardous liquids or materials are not accepted. Call 303-450-4004. 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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Communities adding bike lanes to enhance transportation, public safety BY JESSICA GIBBS JGIBBS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
A cyclist rides his bike in a marked bike lane on Sept. 26 on Ford Street in Golden. CHRISTY STEADMAN
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Daniel Hyde use to be an avid mountain biker, but he now prefers road biking. He logs between 1,500 and 2,000 miles a year and hits the pavement throughout the Denver metro area, he said. His biggest annual venture is a 250mile, three-day ride that he travels to the East Coast to participate in. “The big thing is, it’s a low-impact way to stay in good shape,” the 43-year-old Golden man said. For him, cycling is a way to exercise that presents a low risk of injury. Still, he said, road biking has its drawbacks. “The first word that comes to mind is scary,” Hyde said. When on the road, Hyde said he often competes for space with vehicles, and not all drivers are pleased to share the lane with cyclists. “When I have every right to the roadway as the vehicles does but the driver of the vehicle isn’t aware of that,” he said, “generally speaking, they can become very, very aggressive.” There may be good news for Hyde, who also works as a bike patrol officer on Golden’s police force, as many Denver metro communities are looking to provide a clear path for cyclists. For some municipalities, the work began several years ago, and for others, it’s just getting started. Regardless, officials say adding bike lanes doesn’t just support more modes of transportation. From a public safety perspective, they enhance the ability for motorists and cyclists to share the road safely and more comfortably. In Castle Rock, on-road bike lanes have become the new standard. When a new road goes in, excluding smaller neighborhood streets, so does a bike lane. The town has also reviewed its existing roadways and added bike lanes where appropriate, transportation planner Tom Reiff said. The town has more than 33 miles of bike lanes, and with the construction of new roads, that number is expected to rise. “Every year it goes up,” Reiff said. “It’s been a trend throughout the country for quite a while now and we just wanted to make sure that we account for all user groups.” Reiff said providing a distinguishable space for cyclists can increase safety on the road. “It alerts motorists to be on the lookout for cyclists, that they might be on the road, so it heightens their awareness,” he said. Bryce Matthews, planning manager for the Town of Parker, said the town adopted a new bike lane plan in 2004 to accomplish many of the same goals Castle Rock is working toward. Mainly, Parker sought to support bike lanes throughout town, he said, and use them to connect key areas. Often, that meant getting people safely from the trail to the grocery store or to school without forcing cyclists and pedestrians to share the sidewalk. “We have sidewalks, obviously,” he said, “but the questions was, is there a safe place where bikes can have some space within the road right-of-way where they’re not conflicting with pedestrians.”
FOR MORE INFORMATION Information about cycling around the metro area, including maps of existing bike routes and trails is available at www.bicyclecolorado.org/
SAFETY TIPS FOR MOTORISTS AND BICYCLISTS IN COLORADO In Colorado, motorists and bicyclists have equal rights to use the road, and equal responsibility to follow traffic laws. Tips for motor vehicles sharing the road with cyclists include: • Allowing no less than 3 feet between the vehicle and the bicycle. • Waiting until it is safe to pass a cyclist, just like passing another slow-moving vehicle. If a road is too narrow for cars and bikes to ride safely side-by-side, cyclists can legally ride in or near the center of the lane. • Look to the right before turning to avoid cutting off a cyclist. In addition to following traffic laws, cyclists are advised to follow the flow of traffic and ride single file whenever possible. Use hand signals to indicate making a left or right turn, slowing or stopping. Source: The Colorado Department of Transportation Bicycling Manual, codot.gov. In the north metro area, Northglenn began a bike lane pilot project in July, adding the city’s first bike lanes as it builds a new bicycle and pedestrian master plan. The goal of the bike lane project was to give residents the experience of road biking, senior planner Ashley Kaade said. It tested both separate bike lanes along the community’s Grant Street, and “sharrow” lanes, which encourage drivers to share the road with cyclists. Community feedback will help Northglenn decide how to add bike lanes in the future as well. The new bike and pedestrian plan comes in light of the town’s changing demographics, Kaade said. “We do have a good percentage of older adults, like many communities in the Denver metro region,” Kaade said, “but we’re also seeing a lot of young families and turnover in the housing stock as well.” Bike lanes are one way to improve mobility for every demographic, she said. Golden’s Public Works Director Dan Hartman said officials found some people still aren’t comfortable riding on the street. Providing a bike lane separates cyclists from motorists and offers a degree of comfort to the biker, he said. Although, he cautioned users still need to be responsible on the road. “They aren’t perfect,” Hartman said of bike lanes. “Drivers and riders still have to be aware of what’s going on around them.” Hyde agreed, saying bike lanes can offer a false sense of security to cyclists, who “still have to be extremely safe and vigilant.” But overall, he thinks more bike lanes are a good thing for public safety. “I think they’re helping quite a bit. What it does more than anything is it makes it more black and white to the motorists as to where the cyclist is going to be,” he said. “With bike lanes, it’s much more enjoyable.”
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CLUBS Ongoing Activities Divorce Workshop A workshop that covers the legal, financial and social issues of divorce is presented the third Monday of each month at the Sheridan Library, 3425 W. Oxford Ave., Denver. Check in from 5:155:30 p.m.; workshop runs from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Register online at www.divorceworkshopdenver.com. Advance registration costs $35; at the door, cost goes to $40 (cash/checks only). Attendees will get help taking the next step by getting unbiased information and resources. Discover community resources, and talk with other women experiencing similar life changes. Volunteer presenters include an attorney, mediator, therapist and wealth manager. Discussion items include co-parenting, child support, family coping, tax consequences, property division, hostile spouses and more. For information, contact 303210-2607 or info@divorceworkshopdenver. com. Drop-in Storytimes Bring the kids to get lost in the world of wonderful words and fabulous illustrations, from timeless classics to new discoveries, all with a nature theme. Drop-in storytimes are at 10 a.m. the first Thursday and third Monday of each month at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Go to www.arvada.org/nature or call 720-8987405. Suitable for all ages. No registration required. Golden Chapter, Order of DeMolay meets at 7 p.m. every first and third Wednesday in the town of Golden. Walt Disney, Mel Blanc & Walter Cronkite are counted amongst its Alumni. DeMolay is an organization for young men between the ages of 12 and 21 that offers character building, leadership training, and life skill development. We offer many activities, academic opportunities and scholarships. Please contact the chapter for more information. Email demolaygolden@gmail. com or www.coloradodemolay.org and visit Golden’s page under the Chapter tab by clicking on the Golden photo. Golden Nar-Anon family group meets from 7:30-9 p.m. Mondays at Calvary Episcopal Church, 1320 Arapahoe St. We ask that people enter on the east side of the church and follow the signs to the upstairs meeting room. Call the Nar-Anon Family Groups World Service Organization at 800-4776291 or go to Nar-Anon.org. Jefferson County Republican Men’s Club meets from 7-9 a.m. Mondays at Davies’ Chuck Wagon Diner, 10151 W. 26th Ave., Lakewood. Meeting fee is $5 (cash preferred). Order from diner menu (pay on you own). Call Fred Holden at 303-421-7619 for information. Republicans, especially students, youth and women, welcome to join. Job’s Daughters, Golden Chapter Bored? Lonely? Make life-long friends. Join a group of young ladies from ages 10-20 learn leadership and organizational skills in meetings with support from friends. Meetings are the second and fourth Monday of the month in Golden. Meet periodically to do fun activities. Rewards of membership include life skills, community work and significant scholarships for college. Interested, call Job’s Daughters at 303-204-1572 to join us for an activity. Mesas de conversación en inglés/English Conversation Tables: 6-7 p.m. Mondays
at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada. Confidence, cultural understanding and comfort are key to truly becoming fluent in a foreign language. Come to the library to practice speaking English in a safe environment with a trained leader. Suitable for high beginners, intermediate and advanced English learners. Call 303235-JCPL (5275) or visit www.jeffcolibrary. org. Open mic Living Water Unity Spiritual Community presents open mic night – celebrate your teen self, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. This program gives teens the opportunity to express their performing art including voice and instrument, acting, poetry, stand-up comedy, mime, etc. Open to all students in sixth to 12th grades. Email bellbottoms809@gmail.com. Square Dancing Want some fun exercise? Learn to square dance. Start at 7 p.m. any Monday at the Wheat Ridge Grange, 3850 High Court. Call 303-973-9529. Wheat Ridge Rotary Club meets from noon to 1:30 p.m. Mondays for lunch at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St. Come as our guest and learn about our service projects for the community. Tuesdays Applewood Kiwanis Club meets from 7-8 a.m. Tuesdays at the Applewood Golf Course, 14001 W. 32nd Ave., Golden. You are invited to attend a meeting. Our goals are to serve children worldwide and in our community. We ring the bell for Salvation Army, deliver Christmas baskets to needy families and, assist the Jeffco Action Center with school supplies for children from low-income families. These are just three of our many projects. For more information, contact Fred McGehan at 303-9471565. Arvada Fine Arts Guild: 2-4 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at Indian Tree Golf Club, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, in the restaurant/clubhouse. Meetings are free and open to the public. Go to http:// arvadafineartsguild.com/ Arvada Sunrise Rotary Club meets from 7-8 a.m. Tuesdays at The Arvada Centre For The Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. for a breakfast meeting. Come join us as our guest and learn about our community service projects and what Rotary does in the world to help people. Denver Apple Pi, an Apple/Mac computer user group, meets from 7-9 p.m. the third Tuesday each month at the Applewood Community Church (downstairs), 12930 W. 32nd Ave., Golden. Program varies each month. We welcome those interested in learning more about their Apple or Mac computer. Visitors are welcome to see if you like our more mature group. More information may be found at denverapplepi. com. Golden Optimist Club meets every Tuesday morning at 7 a.m. at the Windy Saddle Cafe. The address is 1110 Washington Ave in downtown Golden (near the arch). The club’s major activity is our bicycle recycle program. We fix donated bicycles and offer them for donations at very reasonable prices. $20 for an adult bicycle and $10 for a child’s bicycle. We offer a helmet for free
with every bicycle sold. and offer to sell a lock at cost. For someone who cannot afford these low prices we will give away the bicycle, helmet and lock for free. Golden Rotary meets 7:15-8:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Rolling Hills Country Club, 15707 W. 26 Ave., Golden. This active organization reaches neighbors in need. We build, support, and organize. We save lives locally and globally. For additional information visit www.rotayclubofgolden.org or contact Pat Madison at 303-279-1021. Lakewood Chapter of Retired and Active Federal Employees meets at 1 p.m. the second Tuesday of most months at the Episcopal Church, 10th and Garrison. Call Greg Kann at 303-718-7307 with questions. Lake Arbor Optimist Club Bringing Out the Best in Kids meets at 7 a.m. Tuesdays at Indian Tree Golf Course, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Breakfast served. Contact Terri Kearney, president, 303-5066692; or Debbie Espinoza, treasurer, 720937-2550. New members welcome. Northside Coin Club is a group of collectors that meets monthly to promote the hobby of numismatics among its members and the public. The club meets at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at 12205 Perry St., at the Friendship Hall in the Cimarron Village in Broomfield. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Find more information about our club at www.northsidecoinclub.org/ or look for us on Facebook. Master Networks of Belmar Entrepreneurs and professionals interested in growing their business and personal connections, this is the group for you. We use a national platform that includes an educational component along with traditional networking aspects. Group is oriented toward entrepreneurs and professionals. The group meets from 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays at DeMarras Bourbon Bar & Eatery, 11100 W. Alameda Ave. For information, visit a meeting or call Suzie at 303-979-9077 or email Littleton@Mathnasium.com. Ports of Call Singles Club, 55 Plus Social hours take place 4-6 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at 3 Margaritas in Lakewood (contact Carol at 303-389-7707), and the fourth Tuesday of each month at Chads in Lakewood (contact Darlene at 303-233-4099). Denver meetings are the fourth Thursday of each month at Baker St. Pub, 8101 E. Belleview, in the Tech Center (contact Harold at 303-693-3434). For information and a monthly newsletter, call JoAnn, membership chairperson, at 303-751-5195, or Mary, president, at 303985-8937. Rocky Mountain Team Survivor, a health, education and fitness program for women of all abilities who have experienced cancer or are currently in treatment, offers weekly free, fun, supportive activities. Tuesdays, 10 a.m., Boulder Creek Walk (meet at Boulder Public Library main entrance). Tuesday, 11-11:30 a.m., Yoga, Boulder Senior Center, 909 Arapahoe Avenue. Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., Fitness Training, Boulder Center for Sports Medicine, 311 Mapleton Avenue (entrance on Maxwell Avenue.). Learn more at rockymtn-teamsurvivor.org. Wheat Ridge Art League meets at 7 p.m. the last Tuesday of the month at the Active Adult Center, 6363 W. 35th Ave, Wheat Ridge. Social time starts at 6:45 p.m. Enjoy
an art demo by an award-winning artist each month at 7:30 pm. All art mediums and abilities welcome. Contact Pat McAleese at 303-941-4928 or mcpainter03@comcast.net for information. No meeting August or December. Wednesdays Adult Roller Skating is offered from 10:30 a.m. to noon every Wednesday at Roller City at 64th and Sheridan, Arvada. Cost is $5 plus $2 to rent skates. Contact Toni at 303-868-8273. American Legion Auxiliary presents Burger Nite, 5-7:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Post 178, 1655 Simms St., Lakewood. Members, their guests and active military invited for varied food and reasonable prices. Visit www.alpost178.org. Arvada Business Connection is a friendly group of Arvada Business owners who meet once each month on Wednesdays at various restaurants in the Arvada area. All are welcome – friends, kids and spouses, too. We collect a $5 donation, which is given to one of the attendees to donate as they wish. They share how they donated the money at the next meeting. For meeting and contact information, check the Arvada Business Connection Facebook page @ArvadaBusinessConnection or call 303-995-9919. Arvada Jefferson Kiwanis meets 7-8 a.m. Wednesdays at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., for a breakfast meeting. We invite you to join us for great fellowship, interesting programs, and the satisfaction of serving your community. This Kiwanis organization supports the Arvada Community Food Bank, the school backpack program, Santa House, Ralston House, and many other local organizations. For information or to visit a meeting, call Brad at 303-431-4697. Arvada Rotary meets from 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays at Indian Tree Golf Club, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd. The club engages in a variety of community service projects, with emphasis on assistance to and support of Arvada’s youth. Visitors are always welcome. For additional information visit www.arvadarotary.org or call Matt Weller 303-480-5220 or 303-908-7165. Buffalo Toastmasters meets from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of each month at the Denver West Office Park, 14142 Denver West Parkway, Building 51, Suite 195, Golden. Go to www.buffalotoastmasters.org or www.meetup.com/Buffalo-ToastmastersGolden/ for more information. Buffalo Toastmasters, where public speaking and leadership excellence is encouraged in a safe environment. Dawn Yawn Toastmasters meets 6:458:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Denny’s Restaurant, 565 Union Blvd., Lakewood (on the southwest corner of 6th Avenue and Union Boulevard). You need Toastmasters training because communication is not optional, it is required. Do you communicate with confidence, are you worried about your next big presentation or job interview. Attend the first three meetings for free. Call 303-988-2025 for directions. For information about the club, contact dawnyawn.toastmastersclubs.org or John Googins, VP of membership, at 303-5470084, john.googins@gmail.com.
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RED HOT A-WEST WITHIN STRIKING DISTANCE OF LEAGUE TITLE
So far, focus has remained on the games
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Arvada West senior Shea Mauser fires to the plate against Chatfield on Sept. 26 at Arvada West High School. Mauser fired her third no-hitter of the season, while going three for three at the plate, including an in-park home run in the Wildcats’ 12-0 victory. Six other Wildcats also scored hits, helping to keep a steady stream of runs going for the team. A-West went on to beat league opponent Lakewood 11-0 two days later. The Wildcats enter this last week of the regular season with a perfect league record, an eight game winning streak,and a chance at the title if they can beat crosstown rival Pomona. DENNIS PLEUSS/JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BY THE NUMBERS
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no-hitters this season for Arvada West senior Shea Mauser who didn’t allow a hit and struck out 10 in a 12-0 softball win over Chatfield on Sept. 26.
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average gain on nine passes for the Golden football team in a 35-22 win over Thornton on Sept. 29.
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runners in the Top Ten for the D’Evelyn girls who captured the team title Sept. 26 at the Littleton Lions Invitational Cross Country meet.
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yards rushing and five touchdowns for Lakewood in a 45-0 win over Fossil Ridge on Sept. 28.
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Bear Creek batters struck out in a 2-1 softball setback to Columbine on Sept. 29.
Standout Performers Tate Minch, Standley Lake The junior figured in on all the scoring in a 3-1 win over Holy Family on Sept. 25 with two goals and an assist.
Ezekiel Sundberg, Lakewood The senior quarterback rushed for 136 yards and two touchdowns and connected on six of 11 passes for 66 yards in the 45-0 win over Fossil Ridge on Sept. 28.
Mackenzie Middleton, Golden The sophomore’s grand slam homer, her 11th HR for the season, propelled the softball team’s fast start in a 9-8 win over D’Evelyn on Sept. 30.
Bree Shaffer, Pomona
Jason Yevak, Ralston Valley
Isaiah Ocana, Arvada West
She had three hits on Sept. 29 as the senior helped the Panthers rally for an 8-7, eight inning softball win over Dakota Ridge.
The junior had seven points on two goals and three assists in a 8-1 soccer victory over Dakota Ridge Sept. 27.
The 155-pound senior ran 80 yards for a touchdown on a punt return in a 28-18 football conquest of Standley Lake on Sept. 29.
Colorado Community Media selects six athletes from area high schools each week as “Standout Performers.” Preference is given to athletes making their debut on the list. To nominate an athlete, contact Jim Benton by noon on Sunday at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com
ike it or not, what goes on in the National Football League usually filters down to the high school level. Many NFL players have been kneeling OVERTIME during the national anthem to protest police brutality and social injustice. The protests became magnified in response to comments from President Trump. Much of the social media response to NFL players kneeling has Jim Benton been negative ever since former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick sat and then took a knee during the anthem in 2016 to protest racial discrimination. So far this fall, the majority of high school athletes in Colorado have stood while the anthem is played. The Colorado High School Activities Association doesn’t have any rules stating that athletes must stand or can’t kneel during the anthem, but a CHSAA official said several players did kneel last year. So it is up to schools and teams to establish standards. “I’ve only had one school even ask about it,” said Jim Thyfault, Jefferson County School District athletic director. “There is a state statute that we honor the individual and whatever their voices are. We adhere to those state statutes.” Derek Chaney, athletic director for the Douglas County School District, says there have not been anthem protests from teams within the district. “I’m hoping it doesn’t filter down to the high school level,” he said. “We, as a district, haven’t sent anything out or taken a stand. If the protests start, we’ll have to address it.” At Legacy High School, the subject of protests has not been brought up, said football coach Wayne Voorhees. “I have not even discussed it with our kids and we played last night (Sept. 28) and had no one interested in kneeling or anything else,” he said, adding “I would prefer everyone to stand.” The protest movement, however, has started to trickle down to some high schools across the nation, according to news reports. Nine girls on the Traip Academy soccer team in Kittery, Maine, were inspired by the NFL demonstrations and knelt during the anthem. They were then subjected to social media insults after a newspaper photo was published. 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 303566-4083.
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Standley Lake boys soccer continues impressive tear BY DENNIS PLEUSS JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
ARVADA — Standley Lake’s boys soccer team is on an upward trend at just the right time. The Gators (6-3-1 record, 2-0 in league) have reeled off five straight victories just as they head into the heart of the Class 4A Jeffco League schedule. Standley Lake took an impressive 3-1 win against Holy Family on Sept. 25 at the North Area Athletic Complex in Arvada. Standley Lake coach Mike Day admitted his squad, which got off to a rough 1-3-1 start to the season, has had to deal with some internal issues. “We’ve been talking all-season long about being a Gator family. I think that is what really turned it around,” Day said. “The kids are starting to believe, sell out and buy into the program.” Standley Lake got first-half goals by senior Weston Short and junior Tate Minch on a cold and wet night at NAAC. Short’s header goal in the 21st minute came off a great centering pass from Minch. Junior Erik Macias-Gutirrez did the hard work on Minch’s goal. Macias-Gutirrez dodged through a handful of Holy Family defenders before passing to Minch who fired a shot past Holy Family goalie Ryan Berry. Minch scored the lone goal in the second half to seal the 3-1 victory. Day com-mented that Minch is his harshest critic. “He (Minch) thinks he is terrible every single week. I love the humility because I think that is why he is performing on the field,” Day said of Minch. “He has the desire to get better each and every time he is on the field. That is the attitude that makes champions.” Minch has seven goals on the season, which is one behind Short, who
leads the team in goals with eight after the Gators’ 4-3 double-overtime victory Sept. 27 against Valor Christian. “I am hard on myself a lot, but I feel like I should be proud of myself of what I did out here tonight,” Minch said. Holy Family cut the Gators’ lead to 2-1 at halftime with a late goal by senior Mat-thew Fountaine. The Tigers’ senior captain was able to deflect the ball passed from junior Darin Chavers just between the near post and Standley Lake goalie Kevin Ruzicka in the 38th minute. The dynamics of the second half changed with Holy Family junior Jakob Hulquest was issued a red card right at the end of the first half. The Tigers had to play the entire second half a man-down. “The thing with a red card is as soon as it happens that team is down a man, but they going to come out a lot more angry,” Minch said. “We had to keep the inten-sity up.” Ruzicka was able to make a few saves, including a key diving save in the 57th mi-nute on Holy Family senior Lorenzo Centeno. The Gators finally pushed the lead to a 2-goal advantage in the 76th minute with a rebound goal by Minch. “We just weren’t playing as a team and was a little disconnected,” Minch said. “The last four games we have been working on bounding as a team and playing as a unit. It has yielded results.” Since then, the Gators have found their footing with five straight wins, including a 7-2 win in their conference opener last week against Wheat Ridge. Dennis Pleuss is a communications specialist at Jeffco Public Schools with a focus on athletics and activities. For more Jeffco coverage, go to CHSAANow.com/Jeffco.
Arvada Rifle and Pistol Club’s narrow loss STAFF REPORT
Stratford PAL Jr. Rifle Club edged out Arvada Rifle and Pistol Club 1490 to 1485 last week in the National Air Rifle League. With the win, Stratford PAL Jr. Rifle Club is in third place in their Division with a 1 - 0 record. Stratford PAL Jr. Rifle Club was led by Hope Kavulich who shot a 384. The remaining contributing members were Rose Reynolds, Haley Reynolds, and Lauren Chechoski. Stratford PAL Jr. Rifle Club is from Stratford, CT, and is coached by CPT Alan Wilcoxson and Josie Burzynski-Smith. Arvada Rifle and Pistol Club dropped to 0 - 1 on the season. The club is currently in sixth place in their Division. Arvada was led by Ryan
Burdick who shot a 390. The remaining contributing members were Rylan Kissell, Trevor Koch, and Madilynn Hutsell. Arvada Rifle and Pistol Club is from Golden, and is coached by Marilyn Mumby. Arvada Rifle and Pistol Club will compete against Lake Region Shooting Sports from Devils Lake, ND. These teams are competing in the Junior Rifle Club Precision Champions Division of the Orion National Air Rifle League. Sponsored by the Orion Scoring System, the league is a national team league for high school teams and junior rifle clubs. More information on the league, including complete standings, visit www.orionscoringsystem.com/AirRifleLeague
Standley Lake senior Weston Short (3) keeps on Holy Family junior Tanner Baird (21) as the rain falls Sept. 25 at the North Area Athletic Complex. The Gators won 3-1 to record their fourth straight victory. PHOTOS BY DENNIS PLEUSS/JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
HAVE A SPORTS STORY IDEA? Email Colorado Community Media Sports Reporter Jim Benton at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com or call 303-566-4083.
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A safer Halloween thanks to Wheat Ridge PD STAFF REPORT
The city of Wheat Ridge Police Department and Arvada Fire started Halloween preparations earlier than most this season. Last month the department’s Officer John Bowman took students from Stevens Elementary costume shopping, in preparation for filming a public safety video. The students picked out costumes at Costume City, off of Wadsworth, then gathered in the evening near Arvada Fire Station 2 for the filming. The video covers safety concerns such as costume choice — ability to see well, no tripping on long capes,
reflective/bright colors — using battery operated candles, traveling in groups, using crosswalks, and more. The Halloween safety video centers on the theme “Be Smart, Be Seen and Be Safe.” The Wheat Ridge Police Department volunteers, Explorers group and department chaplains all assisted in the video’s creation. The video is available on the Wheat Ridge Channel 8 YouTube channel, with links on its Facebook and Twitter pages. A Spanish version will air on Telemundo, thanks to translation provided by Officer Alan Hernandez. The video can be found at https:// youtu.be/UQJB_PDuIOY
Children lined up to get instructions from Wheat Ridge Police Department Sergeant Wilkinson before the pizza arrives during the Sept. 16 shooting of a community safety video. Along with dinner, WRPD purchased costumes for many of the Stevens Elementary students as thanks for participating. PHOTO COURTESY THE CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE
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NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that disbursements in final settlement will be issued by the Finance Director at 10:00 a.m., October 24, 2017 to CTM Inc. for work related to Project No. 94676 – Stenger Soccer Complex Irrigation Project and performed under that contract dated January 9, 2017 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 sub-contractors in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done by said CTM Inc. 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 September 22, 2017 CITY OF ARVADA /s/Kristen Rush, City Clerk
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT at the meeting of the City Council to be held on MONDAY, October 16, 2017, at 6:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building, 8101 Ralston Road, Arvada CO, City Council will hold a public hearing on the following proposed ordinances and thereafter will consider them for final passage and adoption. For the full text version in electronic form go to www.arvada.org/legalnotices, click on Current Legal Notices, then click on the title of the ordinance you wish to view. The full text version is also available in printed form in the City Clerk’s office. Contact 720.898.7550 if you have questions. CB17-029: An Ordinance Repealing, Retitling, and Reenacting Sec. 62-40, Trespass, of Article II, Miscellaneous Offenses, of Chapter 62, Offenses, of the Arvada City Code and Establishing Penalties for Violation Thereof CB17-030: An Ordinance Approving the Fourth Amendment to the City of Arvada Retirement Plan Regarding Vesting of Arvada Police Dispatch Program Employees CB17-031: An Ordinance Amending Various Sections of Chapter 102, Utilities, of the Arvada City Code Pertaining to Water Users Rates CB17-032: An Ordinance Appropriating Funds for Fiscal Year 2018 CB17-033: An Ordinance Certifying the City of Arvada Mill Levy for 2017 for the Board of County Commissioners for Jefferson and Adams Counties CB17-034: An Ordinance Amending Article III, Sales and Use Tax, of Chapter 98, Taxation, of the City Code of the City of Arvada, Colorado by Amending Section 98-68, Reports by Vendor; Payment of Tax
Legal Notice No.: 48891 First Publication: October 5, 2017 Last Publication: October 12, 2017 Publisher: Golden Transcript Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press
Public Notice NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that disbursements in final settlement will be issued by the Finance Director at 10:00 a.m., October 24, 2017 to Sabell’s Enterprises LLP for work related to Project No. 94628 – Grandview Trees Project and performed under that contract dated August 15, 2016 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 sub-contractors in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done by said Sabell’s Enterprises LLP 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 September 22, 2017 CITY OF ARVADA /s/Kristen Rush, City Clerk Legal Notice No.: 48892 First Publication: October 5, 2017 Last Publication: October 12, 2017 Publisher: Golden Transcript Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press
Legal Notice No.: 48893 First Publication: October 5, 2017 Last Publication: October 5, 2017 Publisher: Golden Transcript Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press Public Notice The following ordinances were adopted by the City Council of the City of Arvada on second reading following the public hearing held on October 5, 2017: Ordinance 4605: An Ordinance Authorizing a Second Amended and Restated Intergovernmental Agreement Establishing the Juvenile Assessment Center Ordinance 4606: An Ordinance Declaring That the City Cannot Feasibly Provide Sanitary Sewer Service to the Trinity Storage Annexation No. 2, 15350 State Highway 72, Arvada, Colorado and Requesting That the Metro Wastewater Reclamation District Board Initiate an Investigation into Exclusion of the Subject Property, and Thereafter Exclude Said Property from the District’s Service Area Legal Notice No.: 48894 First Publication: October 5, 2017 Last Publication: October 5, 2017
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The following ordinances were adopted by the City Council of the City of Arvada on second reading following the public hearing held on October 5, 2017: Ordinance 4605: An Ordinance Authorizing a Second Amended and Restated Intergovernmental Agreement Establishing the Juvenile Assessment Center Ordinance 4606: An Ordinance Declaring That the City Cannot Feasibly Provide Sanitary Sewer Service to the Trinity Storage Annexation No. 2, 15350 State Highway 72, Arvada, Colorado and Requesting That the Metro Wastewater Reclamation District Board Initiate an Investigation into Exclusion of the Subject Property, and Thereafter Exclude Said Property from the District’s Service Area
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Legal Notice No.: 48894 First Publication: October 5, 2017 Last Publication: October 5, 2017 Publisher: Golden Transcript Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press Public Notice The following resolution can be viewed in its entirety in electronic form by going to www.arvada.org/legalnotices and clicking on Current Legal Notices. The full text version is also available in printed form in the City Clerk’s office. Contact 720.898.7550 if you have questions. R17-106: A Resolution Accepting an Annexation Petition Concerning Begg Industrial, 4927 Allison Street, Finding Said Petition Substantially Complaint with C.R.S. 31-12-107(1), and Setting a Public Hearing for November 20, 2017, 6:30 p.m. at Arvada City Hall, 8101 Ralston Road Legal Notice No.: 48895 First Publication: October 5, 2017 Last Publication: October 26, 2017 Publisher: Golden Transcript Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press Public Notice NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The following variances from the Land Development Code (LDC) have been requested: VAR2015-0023, DAAS, Inc, 6205 Carr St., to request a variance from the required thirty foot setback of both the east and south property lines as required by Section 6.2.1 of the Land Development Code (LDC), to construct a 3,200 sq. ft. commercial building. Hearing thereon will be held before the Board of Adjustment on October 24, 2017 at 6:30 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/ Kathy Drulard, Secretary Legal Notice No.: 48897 First Publication: October 5, 2017 Last Publication: October 5, 2017 Publisher: Golden Transcript Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press Public Notice ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids for the construction of City of Arvada, Project No. 17-DR-20, Project Title 2017 Miscellaneous Drainage, will be received at the office of the City Engineer until 10:00 a.m, on October 24, 2017 and then publicly opened and read aloud. The BID DOCUMENTS, consisting of Advertise-
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids for the construction of City of Arvada, Project No. 17-DR-20, Project Title 2017 Miscellaneous Drainage, will be received at the office of the City Engineer until 10:00 a.m, on October 24, 2017 and then publicly opened and read aloud. The BID DOCUMENTS, consisting of Advertisement for Bids, Information for Bidders, Special Conditions, Addendum when issued, Bid Bond, Bid Proposal, Bid Schedule, and the Project Drawings may be examined at the following locations: City of Arvada Engineering Division 8101 Ralston Road, Arvada, Colorado 80002 Dodge Plan Room – www.construction.com ISqFt Plan Room – 1030 West Ellsworth Ave., Unit G, Denver, Colorado 80223 Reed Construction Data - www.reedpsp.com Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com No cost bid documents may be obtained at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com on or after October 5, 2017. Bid documents may also be obtained at the office of the City Engineer upon payment of $30.00 per set, which is non-refundable. ESTIMATED QUANTITIES OF THE MAJOR ITEMS OF WORK ARE: 2,865 LF Furnish & Install RCP Storm Sewer 16 EA Furnish & Install Inlets 16 EA Furnish & Install Manholes 400 SY Remove & Replace Concrete (Crosspan, Sidewalk, etc.) 1,600 SY Asphalt Patch Miscellaneous appurtenances such as Erosion Control, Traffic Control, Potholing, etc. Bidders, subcontractors and suppliers must be familiar with the current City of Arvada Engineering Code of Standards and Specifications for the Design and Construction of Public Improvements, dated January 12, 2016, which will be combined with the Bid Documents to form the Contract Documents for the Project. A copy of the Standards may be obtained from the office of the City Engineer upon a non-refundable payment of $50.00. Holders will be notified when supplemental revisions and additions are available as they are adopted. The Standards are also available at no cost on the City's web site at www.arvada.org. Holders are responsible for keeping current their City of Arvada Engineering Code of Standards and Specifications. The Project Engineer for this work is Riley Pennington, at 720-898-7774. CITY OF ARVADA /s/Timothy R. Hoos, P.E., City Engineer Legal Notice No.: 48896 First Publication: October 5, 2017 Last Publication: October 19, 2017 Publisher: Golden Transcript Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press Public Notice ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids for the construction of City of Arvada, Project No. 17-ST-09, Project Title 2017 Guardrail Construction and Replacement, will be received at the office of the City Engineer until 9:00AM on Tuesday, October 24, 2017
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids for the construction of City of Arvada, Project No. 17-ST-09, Project Title 2017 Guardrail Construction and Replacement, will be received at the office of the City Engineer until 9:00AM on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 and then publicly opened and read aloud. The BID DOCUMENTS, consisting of Advertisement for Bids, Information for Bidders, Special Conditions, Addendum when issued, Bid Bond, Bid Proposal, Bid Schedule, and the Project Drawings may be examined at the following locations: City of Arvada Engineering Division 8101 Ralston Road, Arvada, Colorado 80002 Dodge Plan Room – www.construction.com ISqFt Plan Room – 1030 West Ellsworth Ave., Unit G, Denver, Colorado 80223 Reed Construction Data - www.reedpsp.com Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com No cost bid documents may be obtained at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com on or after October 5, 2017. Bid documents may also be obtained at the office of the City Engineer upon payment of $30.00 per set, which is non-refundable. ESTIMATED QUANTITIES OF THE MAJOR ITEMS OF WORK ARE: 4 EACH Removal of End Anchorage 550 LF Removal of Guardrail Type 3 175 LF Removal of Guardrail Type 7 (Special) 2 EACH Install Flared End Anchorage SRT End 16 EACH Install Flared End Anchorage Type 3K End 787.5 LF Install Guardrail Type 3 175 LF Install Guardrail Type 3 Radius Rail 125 LF Install Guardrail Bridge Rail (Special) Bidders, subcontractors and suppliers must be familiar with the current City of Arvada Engineering Code of Standards and Specifications for the Design and Construction of Public Improvements, dated January 12, 2016, which will be combined with the Bid Documents to form the Contract Documents for the Project. A copy of the Standards may be obtained from the office of the City Engineer upon a non-refundable payment of $50.00. Holders will be notified when supplemental revisions and additions are available as they are adopted. The Standards are also available at no cost on the City's web site at www.arvada.org. Holders are responsible for keeping current their City of Arvada Engineering Code of Standards and Specifications. The Project Engineer for this work is Shane Hoerig, at 720-898-7650. CITY OF ARVADA /s/Timothy R. Hoos, P.E., City Engineer Legal Notice No.: 48898 First Publication: October 5, 2017 Last Publication: October 19, 2017 Publisher: Golden Transcript Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press
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