October 10, 2013
A Colorado Community Media Publication Jefferson County, Colorado • Volume 9, Issue 20
Election: Arvada City Council candidates respond to questions. See Page 8
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Jeffco deputies sue for alleged unpaid wages County attorney files a motion to dismiss case By Amy Woodward
awoodward@ourcoloradonews.com At least 10 deputies from the Jeffco Sheriff’s office have filed a complaint in federal district court against Sheriff Ted Mink and the Board of County Commissioners. The county attorneys have filed a motion to dismiss the case in response. The deputies’ complaint was filed in December 2012. They claim that under the Fair Labor Standards Act, they are entitled
to unpaid wages from the county for overtime work. The Fair Labor Standards Act passed by Congress in 1938 set the standards and regulations of operations between employer and worker including minimum wage, overtime compensation and other additional provisions. State law dictates the sheriff is responsible for setting salaries and wages for employees subject to the approval of the commissioners according to state statute. According to the complaint, the sheriff allegedly published set salaries and wages in a posted document titled “Salary Schedule.” Plaintiffs argue the salaries listed on the
schedules posted for the years 2010, 2011, and 2012 are not the amount they received for those years. Attorneys for the plaintiffs argue that both the salary schedule, and the policy and procedures manual constituted a promise made by the county to the plaintiffs. In a brief interview with Sheriff Ted Mink he stated the “Salary Schedule” was not a document reflecting promised salary rates, but an internal document based on the results of a countywide salary survey conducted by a consulting firm hired by the commissioners. The results were used as a basis for what their step-in-grade program should be, and was never publically posted or published by
Sheriff Mink. “It was only a recommendation that we put together internally,” Sheriff Mink said and those recommendations were never funded by the commissioners. Pat Gilbert, county attorney, argues in the latest motion that “any alleged promises to pay is unenforceable because the commissioners did not approve the salary schedule as required,” and plaintiffs have not provided sufficient facts to show their rates of pay were salary scheduled rates. “We don’t believe they stated a federal claim for an overtime violation,” Gilbert said. Counsel for the plaintiff’s did not comment by press time.
Eco-devo department earns special certification Arvada among top teams internationally By Crystal Anderson
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Throughout September’s floods, 53 horses were kept safe and warm in the stalls of the Arvada Indoor Equestrian Arena. Photo courtesy of the city of Arvada
Community gift aids equestrian community Indoor Equestrian Arena served as horse haven amidst floods By Crystal Anderson
canderson@ourcoloradonews.com When the rains struck, it caused houses to flood, roads to wash out and left many temporarily homeless, including a large part of Arvada’s equestrian community. September’s storms threatened a large part of Arvada’s equestrian community, including the horses boarding at JK Ranch, who had to immediately relocated to safer ground. For the JK Ranch horses and dozens of others, that safe ground, along with a strong roof and dry stalls, came in the form of Arvada’s new equestrian arena. “Just being here calmed everyone, the horses and their owners; everyone was happy,” said Arvada’s Manager of Parks, Seventeen horse stalls line the sides of the indoor arena. Photo by Crystal Anderson Michael McDonnell. Arvada’s Indoor Equestrian Center was donated in summer of 2012 by Sydusink said. “So they led the horses, one really well.” ney Keith as a gift to the community. It’s at a time, through the rain to get them Prior to the flooding, the Arvada Inthe largest single donation the Arvada here.” door Equestrian Arena building and park system has ever received. A total of 53 horses were housed at property had been undergoing necesAlthough the arena wasn’t open for the arena for about a week and a half. sary repairs to be readied for use. use, with the approval of the Arvada Every stall was occupied, and some had The grounds surrounding the arena, Parks, Golf and Hospitality Director Gorto be doubled up. which span 7.5 acres, include four strucdon Reusink, it swiftly became an un“That night, we were here and they tures, a groundskeeper house; two outexpected shelter and temporary home (the horses) were really talking they door barns and the main building, the for those horses that were displaced by were happy to be here,” McDonnell said. flooding. “Timing is everything and it worked out Horse continues on Page 9 “It was dark, foggy and raining,” Re-
Arvada’s Economic Development Association (AEDA) was named one of only 37 internationally certified economic development organizations last week. The certification came from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). “AEDA displays the professionalism, commitment, and technical expertise that is deserving of this honor,” said IEDC President and CEO Jeff Finkle in a press release. Out of the 4,000 worldwide members of the IEDC, only 37 have become accredited. To earn the certification, the nominated organization must distinguish themselves through a two-phase comprehensive peer review process. First, the council performs a documentation review to assess different aspects of the organization including the candidate’s funding, structure and staff. The second phase consists of an on-site visit of the nominated community. To achieve this ranking, the candidate organization must prove, through these two processes, that they strive for and have obtained a high level of trust, support and excellence within the community. According to the press release, Arvada’s Mayor Marc Williams, is looking forward to see what’s in store for AEDA and its partnership with the city council. “Arvada City Council has the utmost respect and appreciation for AEDA’s accomplishments,” Williams said. “We remain committed to this collaborative partnership and expect that we will continue to achieve important economic development results together in the future.” AEDA serves the community by being the business-to-government liaison, providing resources and support for local businesses, creating jobs and increasing revenue throughout the city. This organization is the first within Colorado to receive this honor, and second in the Rocky Mountain Region.
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Getting disconnected is new comfort zone I’m off to Nepal this fall to trek, immerse in the Nepali culture, and wash elephants in the river on Chitwan National Preserve. As you might imagine, my partner on this adventure, Jackie, and I have been doing a lot of training. We’ve climbed stairs at Red Rocks and on the Manitou Incline, but mostly we’ve been hiking at about 12,000 feet. Jackie follows a routine of letting people, usually her husband, know where we are at all times. She says her comfort zone is the security of knowing that someone else knows, a habit born from years of solo business travel around the world. Or maybe, she says, her need for connection comes from watching too many movies about people lost in the wild or losing limbs in an accident. Whatever the reason, during our training hikes this summer, Jackie texts her husband a note about where we’re going. She
doesn’t bother with details, just something like “hiking up off Loveland Pass,” anticipating this information will be helpful if we fail to show up later. We’ve never felt isolated though. The trails we choose are well traveled, almost to the point of congestion, and fellow hikers we’ve encountered have been friendly and engaging. In fact, on a day when I was having a hard time with heat and dehydration, I sent Jackie on ahead to the lakes where I would meet her for lunch. I asked
another group of hikers on the trail to let her know that I was okay and on my way. They agreed and one even offered to stay with me on my way up. I did make it on my own, but that’s the kind of experience we’ve had. When we arrived at the trailhead off Guanella Pass last weekend, though, we had no cell service. Jackie was concerned: If something happened, we couldn’t call for help (never mind the 20 cars already parked at the trailhead). She continued to feel out of touch until we were driving back on I-70 and her phone beeped when we were in range again. That’s why Jackie and I have differing opinions about how much technology to take to Nepal. I’ve already decided to turn off on our Annapurna trek and enjoy being disconnected from the civilization I know here at home. Jackie, on the other hand, is looking for ways to get power on the trail. Being con-
nected is her comfort zone. For me, trekking in Nepal is all about getting out of my comfort zone. Or perhaps it’s more about finding another zone in which to be comfortable. I want to immerse in Nepali culture, to enjoy the experience of being disconnected from my life here — to the extent that I can with techo-fabric trekking clothes and water purifiers. I want to meet interesting people who are as kind and generous as those here in Colorado. And, from everything I’ve heard, I will. Lately, though, Jackie’s been considering my perspective, and I’m hoping she ultimately turns off too, for both our sakes. I’ll let you know what she decides … right after we get back, and I reconnect with the world. Andrea Doray is a writer who is trying out Nepali food and practicing her “Namaste.” Contact her at a.doray@andreadoray.com.
ARVADA NEWS IN A HURRY 2013 Festival of Scarecrows embraces fall this Saturday
Stuffed costumed scarecrows of all shapes and sizes will freckle Olde Town Square in celebration of the Festival of Scarecrows, Saturday, Oct. 5. This annual, free event welcomes Arvada residents to the autumn season with a festive celebration in the heart of Olde Town Arvada. This year, the festival will kick off at 10 a.m with traditional scarecrow and decorated pumpkin contests and will run until 2 p.m. Aside from the traditional contests, there will be a host of other activities
including a corn maze, pumpkin patch, kiddie costume parade, games and more. This year, festival attendees will have the opportunity to experience four new events including, a pumpkin seed spitting contest; pumpkin pie eating contest; pumpkin cooking contest; the potato sack and three-legged races. For more information and a schedule of the events, call Historic Olde Town Arvada at 303-420-6100 or visit www.historicarvada.org
2 dead in eastbound I-70 crash
A man and a woman died at 1:10 a.m. the morning of Sept. 29 after crashing into
CORRECTION In the Sept. 26 issue of the Arvada Press, in the article on Page 4 titled “Wetlands help mitigate flood danger” it was stated that Joyce Persson was a part of the group that contacted the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to make it a refuge in 1992. Persson actually did not play a role in contacting the service. The effort was lead by Janet Torma-Krajewski. The paper regrets the error. To report corrections, call 303-566-4127.
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Get outdoors with Councilmember Mark McGoff
This Saturday, the Arvada City Council and Councilmember Mark McGoff invite residents to join the councilmember on a hike throughout scenic Arvada. The hike will begin at 9 a.m. at West Woods Park, near the west side of Quaker Street and run along Ralston Creek Trail, Blunn Trail and end at the Van Bibber Trail. The hike is meant to engage citizens in conversation and the great outdoors with Councilmember McGoff.
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On Saturday, the Arvada Police Department will host their annual Shred-A-Thon event. Residents are invited to gather any and all documents with personal information to shred it through the event. The Shred-A-Thon will be held 8 a.m. to Noon at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Boulevard. The Police Department recommends bringing any document with personal information The event is free but donations benefiting the Michael Northey Foundation are encouraged. For more information, please visit www. arvada.org.
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Art of Wing Chun in swing Arvada’s newest dojo enlightens students By Crystal Anderson
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The main gate at the Federal Center. Due to the government shutdown, the center has gone into “weekend mode” with minimal staff . Photo by Clarke Reader
Federal Center hit by shutdown Center goes into ‘weekend mode’ By Clarke Reader and Amy Woodward creader@ourcoloradonews.com, awoodward@ourcoloradonews.com
The Federal Center in Lakewood is one place in Colorado that is feeling the full force of the federal government shutdown. The campus, which is normally full of vehicles and has about 6,200 employees, has the feeling of a ghost town. Only minimal staff have been retained, and that is in keeping with the plan for the agency when there is a lack of funds. According to information posted on the U.S. General Services Administration’s website, the GSA provides a minimal level of staffing to support federal agency functions that must
continue during the lapse period. “In the absence of appropriations, GSA owned and leased buildings will remain open. In many cases, because of the impact on the number of personnel managing these buildings, the services will be limited and will be similar to weekend operations. Maintenance and janitorial services, telephone service, lighting, and power will continue so that tenant agencies can continue to provide vital services and perform essential missions.” The information also states that parking spaces associated with GSA facilities will remain open. The Federal Protective Service will also continue to provide building security. GSA will have limited personnel that will be available to assist federal agencies in GSA owned and leased buildings to provide support for life safety, property protection, contracting, communications, and IT services. The USGS Water Science Center, which is located at the Federal Center, is closed, along with some websites.
The USGS website still offers updated maps, deemed “necessary to protect citizens and land property” including: • Ecosystems • Disease Maps • National Wildlife Health Center • Natural Hazards • USGS coastal erosion hazards information • USGS earthquake information • USGS emergency operations portal • USGS information on geomagnetic activity • USGS landslide information • USGS volcano information • Water NREL is still open with staff working as usual but if the government shutdown continues, they will have to close. “We hope that it won’t go that long,” George Douglas, spokesperson for NREL said. “We can continue to operate for a month or more the way we are now,” he said.
A little more than a month ago, Howard Hunter, decided to bring his passion and lifestyle to Arvada — in the form of the Martial Arts dojo Ancient Arts. Sifu (meaning master) Hunter, who grew up in Arvada, began studying martial arts at a young age. Starting with Tae Kwon Do, Hunter quickly realized he had a passion for martial arts. At 17, he began studying several forms of Chinese Martial Arts, finding a home within the art of Wing Chun. “Wing Chun is a really unique art, and it’s a lot of fun,” said Hunter. “You learn about discipline, selfcontrol and focus.” Trained by Grand Master Ip Ching, whose father, Ip Man, trained famed martial artist, Bruce Lee, Hunter gained invaluable experience and began to immerse himself in the art form. As a Chinese Martial Art, Wing Chun focuses on the natural movements of the human body. This art form teaches students how to breathe correctly and to build energy within the body.
Through specialized, simplistic movements and partner drills, students learn to develop strength and power by drawing their focus and learning to discipline the mind and body. “We teach fighting principles, rather than rehearsed movements; we study the Chinese culture, language and philosophy,” Hunter said. Along with Wing Chun, Hunter and his family also teach acupuncture and massage practices as well as how to use traditional Chinese herbs. “The way traditional Chinese Kung Fu was taught, you were taught everything,” Hunter said. “To me, it’s not pure or true martial arts without the mental, physical and spiritual aspects.” Opened this September, Ancient Arts offers a variety of Wing Chun classes for students of all ages. From children’s classes to adult self-defense classes, Ancient Arts provides a space for anyone to learn this art. “I decided to open in Arvada because I grew up here, and I like the area,” Hunter said. “I wanted Colorado and the Denver Metro area to see Chinese Kung Fu because it’s different than other martial arts,” he said. Ancient Arts, 6626 Wadsworth Blvd., teaches all ages, and can be contacted at 303-423-2238.
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vvela@ourcoloradonews.com Jefferson County school board candidates made their pitches to voters at a Wheat Ridge forum last week. Five of the six candidates who are seeking positions on the Jeffco Board of Education gave short speeches touting their attributes, during an Oct. 2 event at city hall. The six hopefuls are vying to fill three open seats on the five-member board. The board seats are broken up into individual districts, but Jeffco voters will vote for all three races, regardless of where they live in the county. Gordon “Spud” Van de Water and Ken Witt will square off in a race to fill a District 5 seat, one that represents their home city of Littleton and parts of south Lakewood. Van De Water told audience members that his nickname of “Spud” came from “Spud” Chandler, a former New York Yankees pitcher who Van de Water said used
to have trouble finding the strike zone. But this Spud — who worked in education policy and research areas for three decades — believes that he Van de Water is making a strong pitch to voters who want to see more children in Jeffco succeed, such as those who may be struggling in areas of academic performance. “We need to Witt work very hard to make student achievement our number one goal and work to close the achievement gap in this county,” he said. Witt touted his data security business background, one where he “set policy for multi-billion dollar corporations” as a leadership strength that he hopes to bring to the school board. Like Van de Water, he talked about the district’s need to close student performance gaps and his desire to address parents’ frustrations over school waiting lists. “I would like to make certain
that we are able to deliver access to a high quality education to every Jeffco student,” Witt said. Also addressing Wheat Ridge voters on Oct. 2 were two Westminster mothers who are competing for a District 1 seat, one that represents their home city and much of Arvada. Tonya Aultman-Bettridge talked about her 20-year career in research and evaluation work in the areas of juvenile justice and mental health. “If I’ve learned anything in 20 years of research, I have learned that a solid public education is absolutely the best investment that we can make as a community for our children,” she said. Aultman-Bettridge’s opponent, Julie Williams, is the self-proclaimed “conservative choice” in the District 1 race. In her speech, she blasted “educrats” and vowed to bring “common sense and simple solutions” to the school board. “I can think of no higher calling on earth than being a mom,” she said. “I want to be the mom’s voice on our school board.” The District 2 match-up features John Newkirk of Conifer and Jeff LaMontagne of Lakewood. The district includes the candidates’ home cities, as well as Evergreen and parts
of Golden. Newkirk, who has worked in the medical technology field, touted his 20 years of youth volunteer work and his own Jeffco schooling. He also talked about the challenges that the district faces. “We’ve got our challenges,” he said. “We have budget challenges; we have classroom challenges; we have curriculum challenges. But as we’ve learned, in America we do not run from our challenges, we run toward them.” LaMontagne did not attend the event. In his stead, Sue Windels, a LaMontagne supporter, gave a speech where she talked about LaMontagne’s role in co-founding the Second Wind Foundation, an organization that provides counseling services for children who are atrisk for suicide. “I know that Jeff has really positively impacted the lives of many students and probably has saved a lot of lives as well,” she said. The forum, which was sponsored by Wheat Ridge United Neighborhoods, did not include a questionand-answer segment for the school board candidates. The next school board forum is scheduled for Oct. 10 at Lakewood’s Holy Shepard Lutheran Church, 920 Kipling. The event will be 7-9 p.m.
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Earlier this year, Susan Bishop, owner of Bella A Boutique, decided she wanted to give back to the community, but had no idea what an opportune moment would come to do so. Bella A Boutique hosted a night of fashion Sept. 26 with its first fall fashion show. The event was a benefit for the Outdoor Lab Foundation, which serves as an educational, experimental camp for sixth grade and high school students. “We wanted to do something for a charity,
as a fundraiser,” Bishop said, “with all of the flooding going on that directly impacted the community, there was this urgency, and it felt good that we could help at that time.” Bishop and the Executive Director of the Outdoor Lab Foundation, Shannon Hancock, decided to come together to raise funds and have a collection for hiking boots to resupply the gear rooms which were depleted because of the flooding at the Mount Evans and Windy Peak facilities. “It was an easy decision,” said Hancock, “They’re (Bella A Boutique) a community partner and their excited about Outdoor Lab.” The show featured seven of the boutique’s customers, who each sported three of their favorite fall outfits. The models ranged from size 2 to size 14
and each strutted down the runway to upbeat, lively music from local DJ Drake, and notes from emcee Miss Colorado 2012, Hannah Porter. By the end of the night, between ticket sales and donations, more than $2,500 was raised for the Outdoor Lab Foundation. The funds raised will benefit both the Mount Evans facility to purchase supplies and help to fund reconstruction efforts, and will treat the children who have missed out on their week due to facility closures and delays from the flooding. Talks of hosting an annual fashion show and continuing the boutique and foundation partnership are under way. “The community outpouring of support is awesome — it’s been so helpful,” Hancock said.
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Ballot issues up for debate Amendment 66 and Proposition AA topics at forum By Vic Vela
vvela@ourcoloradonews.com Wheat Ridge residents recently heard both sides of the arguments behind two significant November ballot questions; each one aimed at providing more money for Colorado schools, with one measure affecting state taxpayers more than the other. An Oct. 2 City Hall forum featured speakers both in support and in opposition of Amendment 66 and Proposition AA, two separate tax proposals tied to major pieces of legislation. Amendment 66 seeks to overhaul the state’s school fi- BRING THIS COUPON FOR $1 OFF ADMISSION nance system, through an annual $950 million income tax hike on all Colorado taxpayers. The money would fund fullday kindergarten, preschool for at-risk youth, and would provide more resources for English language learners, spe- Miguel P. Lopez speaks out against Proposition AA during a Wheat Ridge Hall on Oct. 2. cial needs children and those who are involved in gifted forum at CityTH THPhoto by Vic Vela and talented programs. The funding pumps more money into Colorado schools statewide and aims to fill holes that have been caused by tricts if Amendment 66 passes. He said that the district budget cutbacks over the years. would only get back about 56 cents for every dollar that JefThe money would support the implementation of Sen- fco taxpayers pay into the new school finance formula. ate Bill 213, the Future School Finance Act, which was of a shell game,” he said. “That’s a gamble BUY“That’s - SELLmore - TRADE - NEW - USED - SELF-RELIANCE passed by the Democrat-majority Legislature and signed at best.” into law by Gov. John Hickenlooper earlier this year. The legislation did not receive a single Republican vote. 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The money to fund Amendment 66 would come from a The 25 percent state tax does not include whatever local two-tiered tax hike that would affect all Colorado taxpay- taxes might be imposed by individual municipalities. THIS COUPON $1place OFFbyADMISSION ers. It raises income taxes to 5 percent on everyone earningBRING The tax structure wasFOR put in the Legislature ear$75,000 or less. Those who earn over that amount would lier this year and it received bipartisan support. 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Lopez said that’s not going to happen. The “Amendment 66 promises education reform, but throw- Wheat Ridge native and Proposition AA opponent told foing money at the problem just won’t work,” he said. rum-goers that the “onerous” regulations will only benefit Keyser — who is running for the state House District 25 criminals who sell the drug illegally, and would “push kids seat next year, one that is currently being held by Rep. Cheri to buy it someplace else, where it’s cheaper.” Gerou, R-Evergreen — said that Jeffco taxpayers would not “The taxes are absolutely just too high for the state to get the kind of return on investment as other school dis- talk about overregulation,” Lopez said.
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opinions / yours and ours
A week to tout value of newspapers Where was it that you heard about the so-called demise of the newspaper? Probably, you read about it in your daily newspaper; because, as Mark Twain, a journalist himself, was able to write to a friend: “The report of my death was an exaggeration.” And a good newspaper will go on to explain the source of the rumor, and if false, will present the facts that debunk it. Well into the 21st century, American newspapers are as relevant as ever, because like other vital segments of their community, they are always at work and always looking to reinvent themselves. We’ve seen this in high-profile deals such as Jeff Bezos’ acquisition of The Washington Post; but we’ve also seen dramatic changes nationally at newspapers large and small, as their news, advertising, marketing and circulation staffs have embraced a variety of digital and social media platforms to reach new and existing readers, while continuing to present the news in the traditional print format. But the modes of communication are not the most important change: That is in the way that the newspaper has greatly expanded its role as watchdog for the community. Trust in our public institutions is on a steady decline, and sturdy journalism is going to be the only reliable way for average Americans to glean the truth from a
guest editorial stream of conflicting information disseminated by political partisans and vested interests. In the past year, newspapers were the leading source of information on these stories of vital importance in their communities and nationwide: • The Denver Post conveyed news via text, social media and video of James Holmes, who killed 12 moviegoers in Aurora, while the tragic events still were occurring. • The Tennessean in Nashville called attention to Tennessee’s Department of Children’s Services’ inability to account for the deaths or near-deaths over a threeyear period of approximately 200 children who were in custody or whose welfare was being monitored by the state. The reports led to the department head’s resignation and a restructure of the department. • An investigation by The Sun Sentinel of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., uncovered widespread cases of off-duty police officers’ reckless driving. In each case, the newspaper looked its
question of the week
Do you want to go to Mars?
A Dutch organization, Mars One, has announced plans to establish a human settlement on Mars by 2023 and has received thousands of applications, even though it might be a one-way trip. Colorado Community Media asked visitors to the Outlets at Castle Rock if they would be interested in going.
“Probably. It’s something different. I’m a futuristic thinker … (But if it were a one-way trip) “it would depend on if they have a beach or a lake and if I could convince my family to go.” — Chase McCall, Castle Rock
“No. I’m a picky eater. I don’t think I could eat astronaut food. And I like to be outdoors.” — Brittany Dunn, Centennial
“Yes. ... The Earth is getting overpopulated. It’s getting too polluted. I totally know my friends would go with me. They totally agree.” — Lauren M., Parker
“No. ... We’re outdoors people. I don’t know how you could be ‘outdoorsy’ there. I like all four seasons. And it’s a really big risk.” — Brian Bergeman, Aurora
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Learn to ride the waves How many of you remember the Broncos two Super Bowls? Do you remember how they won those two games? John Elway, plus a dominating running game. My, how times have changed. This year, as Peyton Manning is so adeptly highlighting, a good running game is almost an afterthought to a winning NFL team. Still, a few teams and coaches cling to their power games — old habits die hard. Which is another way of saying that paradigms are difficult things to change. And often, the recognition of a changed paradigm comes only on the other side of a painful experience (enter the New York Giants). About 48 percent of us received just such a lesson 11 months ago. The presidential campaign of Mitt Romney firmly believed that they were going to win the election, or, at the very least, that they were going to have a very interesting night. They thought that way because that’s what their polling told them. Unfortunately for them, the “science” of polling involves a little bit of art: the pollster manipulates the raw numbers based on what he or she believes the overall electorate is going to look like on election day. They make conclusions by straining data through a filter of their own (educated) assumptions. The Romney pollster and the Obama pollster probably got similar raw numbers, but the assumptions of the Obama campaign, it turns out, were more in tune with the changed electorate than the assumptions of the Romney pollster. Mitt Romney got slapped upside the head by a shifting paradigm. Actually, several paradigms, but that’s a topic for another day. The ability to function successfully in the world, it would seem, is deeply tied to one’s ability to foresee and manage shifting paradigms. For example, public schools are just now coming to grips with the idea that students have hundreds of sources of information at their fingertips, and the schools are not even in the top ten. So, when a school like Oberon Middle begins encouraging their students to
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bring and use their networking devices for schoolwork, it is a foresighted reflection of an understanding of the shifting paradigm, and an attempt to manage and use it. The pastor at my church has lately been pointing out that every bit of research points to a massive cultural shift in America that says people, in general, no longer look to churches and the clergy for understanding of truth. Whereas, fifty years ago, discussions of morals and right and wrong were founded in the teachings of religion, today, the sources of right and wrong are as broad as Hollywood or as isolated as Twitter. In other words, the new paradigm is that institutions are no longer trusted sources of morality, and, as Pastor John says, for the Church to thrive, it’s going to need to start thinking of itself as missionaries in its own country. Paradigm shifts are strange things, but they seem to be piling up in this fastchanging world. So I would leave you with this thought: per capita, more millionaires made their fortunes during the Great Depression than at any other time in American history. Why? Because they understood how the world was changing in tumultuous times. So learn to ride the waves as they shift underneath you. If you catch the right one, it may take you on to far, green country and a swift sunrise! Michael Alcorn is a music teacher and fitness instructor who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. He graduated from Alameda High School and the University of Colorado-Boulder.
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In-between is really middle of nowhere Some of you may remember the Gerry Rafferty song, “Stuck in the Middle,” and then again, since it was written and first performed in 1972 by Stealers Wheel, maybe there are more of you who don’t have a clue about what I am referring to. That’s OK. The point is this: Are you stuck in the middle? Are you in the middle of a project, the middle of a decision, the middle of a quarrel, or just stuck in the middle of anything? You see, it’s the middle that gets us. It’s not the “yeses” or the “noes” that derail us, it is the “maybes” that bring us the greatest frustration. It’s when we get paralyzed by indecision or suffer paralysis by analysis as we over-
think each and every single thing we do. You know what I mean, right? It’s that in-between stuff that really muddles the middle. Those “tweener” situations where we do not know if we are in or out, or on which
side, or whose side we will fall. The real questions are why and how we find ourselves in this position. Is it because we are over-accommodating and work so hard at pleasing everyone that we find ourselves in the middle so that we do not offend anyone? And you know what happens when we are in a relationship, friendship, or partnership and both people strive to accommodate the other person, it’s like ending up in a reverse arm wrestling match. Instead of strenuously trying to “push” our opponent’s hand to the table, both sides try and let the other person win and end up in an extreme game of tug of war as we “pull” our own hands toward our side of the table.
What are we afraid of? Are we fearful that we may make the wrong decision? Here’s the deal, we can make and will make a million wrong decisions in our life. But there is nothing we can ever do, within reason, that will torpedo our lives or our relationships or any business venture that we are pursuing that cannot be overcome as long as our decisions are in alignment with our values. And as Roy Disney said, “It’s not hard to make decisions when you know what your values are.” Michael Norton, a resident of Highlands Ranch, is the former president of the Zig Ziglar organization and CEO and founder of www.candogo.com
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Vote for Marriot I am supporting John Marriot for Arvada City Council District 3, and I encourage all of the voters in District 3 to do the same. Marriott has the experience to do the job without being part of the Arvada Establishment. Marriot chairs the Colorado State Trail Committee so he knows how to effectively operate in a group like the city council. Marriot runs Larson Ski and Sport and has done so since the 1980’s. His success in a customer service oriented business is proof that he knows how to treat people fairly and with respect. Marriott lives in the heart of District 3, operated a business in Olde Town, and is raising his family in the epicenter of the changes that are effecting District 3 now and will affect District 3 in the future. There are three candidates in the Arvada District 3 race, Mr. Vicory who has a bright future but needs seasoning, Mr. Terranova who with his checkered past has had his turn and failed, and Marriott who stands out as the head and shoulders best choice for our district. Please join me in voting for John Marriott for Arvada City Council District 3. T.O. Owens Arvada
Support Van de Water
This November’s election is vital for Jefferson County schools. JeffCo voters will have the opportunity to vote on 3 seats for the Jeffco school board — the majority of the board. This election will shape our school district for the next 4 years. I am supporting Gordon “Spud” Van de Water, a great school board candidate for District 5 (voted on countywide). Spud brings a unique set of skills and experience to the table — three decades of education research and policy experience; 18 years running his own business; 15 years staffing education boards; 25 years serving on boards; four postsecondary degrees; seven years of military leadership training. Spud understands improving student performance requires high quality teachers and principals. He knows the importance of fairly compensated and supported staff, and sufficient resources. He values the school district’s mission, and desires only to see Jeffco Schools continue in its role as a state
and national leader. Jeffco Schools face some serious challenges: • A persistent achievement gap • Changing demographics — we have a 34-percent poverty rate that is growing • Unfunded mandates, most prominently, SB 191, and • Very limited resources Yet, as we look to weather these immediate challenges, we must remember this: • August 5,000 Kindergartners walked through Jeffco’s doors — the Class of 2026 • What will “Career and College Ready” look like in those 13 short years? The school district needs leadership prepared to deal with these immediate challenges, yet has the foresight and vision necessary to ensure we are true to our tradition of excellence for the Class of 2026. Please join me in supporting Spud Van de Water for Jeffco School Board, District 5. Jonna Levine Arvada
Guard our rights
In response to “Better Education Requires Better Answers,” the guest columnist Chris Watney led many of his paragraphs with “Why wouldn’t we...?” (provide access to “tools,” “technology,” “Personalized learning” ... etc. Ms. Watney, here are your answers to “Why Wouldn’t We?” InBloom and its many partnerships of for-profit companies (and Rupert Murdoch’s company Amplify who gathers children’s data from the tests) are not in this for the best interest of children. This is data-mining of children’s private information, and it is all being provided to for-profit companies to sell their “Personalized learning tools.” The data on their cloud is forever, and is at risk of being hacked, abused, and misused. At the very least, it is a massive infringement on parental rights. FERPA laws were relaxed in 2008 to let this all slide through. Why wouldn’t we? We wouldn’t as parents support this absolute disregard of parental rights and infringement of privacy of our minor’s information. All for profit of companies like Amazon, Pearson, and hundreds of others. Rupert Murdoch and Bill Gates have their sights set on privatizing public education, and providing the government and companies with our children’s most sensi-
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Regarding guest writer Chris Watney’s “Better education requires better answers” article, I’m reminded of a local radio personality’s admonition to “tell me where you sit, before you tell me where you stand.” The key point of Ms. Watney’s article seemed to be that Jeffco parents should accept the inBloom data analysis program as a way to improve education. inBloom is a nonprofit organization that was created thanks to a $100 million grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and the Carnegie Foundation. The organization was formed specifically to track and analyze student data collected by states and school districts. Among the 2011-year donors to Colorado Children’s Campaign (where Chris Watney serves as CEO), listed on its website, at a $100,000-plus contribution, is the same Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. I wish I had known that bit of data before reading Ms. Watney’s one-sided plea to accept Jeffco data mining through the inBloom program. Roy Poole Arvada
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He was a member of the Pearl Harbor Survivor’s organization for many years. He was the happiest on a ship and sailed with his wife on over twenty cruises during retirement. Elmer worked at Coors Brewery for 36 years as a pipefitter and mechanic. He enjoyed 31 years of retirement, was an active member of the Elk’s Club, enjoyed reading, dancing, swimming, and traveling. He always had a glimmer in his eyes and was many times up to some kind of mischief. His attitude about life served him well and allowed for his long and productive life. He was laid to rest at Ft. Logan National Cemetery. Contributions can be made to the Denver Hospice or the Wounded Warrior Project in his name.
Barbara Eichman
May 26, 1924 - Sept 26, 2013
Barbara Eichman, 89, Arvada, Colorado, passed away September 26 at Lutheran Hospital. Barbara was born on May 26, 1924 in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Lawrence and Indiana Bennett. She was a graduate of the University of Minnesota in 1944 with a degree in Dental Hygiene. She practiced her trade for 50 years in Colorado. Throughout her lifetime Barbara was involved in many activities. She was in The Colorado Dental Hygienist’s Association and was an officer in that organization. She participated in bowling leagues and volunteered for her children’s many activities. She was a Cub Scout and Girl Scout leader, a Sunday school teacher, a band chaperone and more. Barbara did the accounting for her husband’s construction companies. She was an active member of her church all of her years in Arvada. She loved her children, her pets and her plants. She liked traveling and was well read. She is survived by her brother, David Bennett as well as two sons, Charles Eichman and Lawrence Eichman; one daughter, Phyllis and husband Joe Arambel; and three grandchildren Jeremy, Spenser and Alex Arambel. Memorial services were conducted Tuesday, October 1st at her church, the Arvada United Methodist Church, 6750 Carr St, Arvada 80004. Memorial gifts may be made to her church in her name.
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Arvada City Council JOHN MARRIOTT
TED TERRANOVA
JUSTIN VICORY
Background: Moved to Arvada in 1970. Owned and operated Larson’s Ski and Sport since 1984. Wife, Angie, and two children: Jack, 8, and Sarah Jane, 6. I am the current chairman Marriott of the Arvada Board of Adjustment, and the Chairman and congressional District 7 representative to the Colorado State Trail Committee.
Background: Lived in Arvada for 45 years, married to Judy for 19 years. Owns Aaark Total Home Services, an Arvada based company since 1984. Vice president of Arvada Fire Board Terranova and a member of Arvada Board of Adjustments. Former Arvada city councilman at large, Arvada planning commissioner, president of the Arvada Chamber of Commerce.
Background: I am Justin Vicory and more of what already makes Arvada great is what I am hoping to bring to City Council if elected. I believe our city of great partners deserves a counVicory cilmember that brings trust, optimism, and more of what makes Arvada great.
Contact: Phone 720-273-3912; email johnmarriottforcouncil.com
Contact: Phone 303-877-6230; email tedterranova@aaark.biz
1) Persuasive, engaged, leads by example.
1) Creative, innovative, persistent.
District III
QUESTIONS 1) Please use three words to describe your leadership style. 2) Describe the skills that make you the best candidate for the job. 3) What is the biggest issue facing Arvada residents? 4) What are your thoughts on the implementation of Amendment 64 in Arvada? 5) Are you in favor of completing the Jeffco Beltway? Give your reasons why or why not.
District III
Contact: Email info@electjustinvicory.com; website www.electjustinvicory.com 1) Candid, transparent, honest.
2) I have a thorough understanding of how Arvada City Government works because of my previous and current service on the Board of Adjustment, and other citizen committees. I am always actively engaged, and thoroughly prepared for the activities I do. I am passionate about helping Arvada stay one of the best places anywhere. 3) How to embrace the changes and opportunities that will come with redeveloping the central part of the city, and implementing the commuter rail stations and service, while protecting our citizens, families, and neighborhoods from the unintended consequences of big changes.
Terms: City Council members are elected to a four-year term. Rachel Zenzinger is running uncontested for District I.
District III
4) I am in favor of an extension of the temporary ban, until the issue can be fully studied. The will of the voters was clear in 2012 with the passage of Amendment 64, and I don’t think the city should enact a permanent ban until the community can decide whether the sale of recreational marijuana fits in our business offerings. 5) I am in favor of completion of the Jeffco Beltway. Better traffic flow in the western part of Arvada is important to protect our western neighborhoods from ever-increasing traffic.
2) Being a former Arvada councilman , planning commissioner, president of the Arvada Chamber of Commerce and current vice president of the Arvada Fire Board, member of Arvada Board of Adjustments, owner of an Arvada based business for 29 years and member of several council appointed committees, I believe makes me the most uniquely qualified candidate of the three candidates running for this seat to be able to quickly address the critical issues facing this unique district. 3) In District III, the unfolding of the Wal-Mart project, the projects to the north of that, the RTD Gold Line development and the related developments to the east, the widening of Ralston Road and the revitalization efforts in Olde Town. Continued recreational opportunities and matters concerning the Arvada Center are also big matters of great concern. 4) The use of marijuana has been legalized in the state, including Arvada. However, the presence of “pot shops” is a local control matter that I believe at this time the majority of Arvada citizens do not want it in our city. I agree. 5) Yes, the beltway needs to be completed to alleviate traffic concerns and encourage completion of the Candelas development, which is good for the city’s tax base.
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2) I am a straight forward, honest Arvada citizen that has lives, works, and plays in Arvada. My background in business, coupled with my education and previous community services, assist in understanding issues presented and allow me to make well-though out and qualified decisions. 3) This election is not about issues, but about opportunities as we grow forward with the additions of multiple developments including the Ralston Creek area, the Gold Line transit, and development in Northwest Arvada. 4) I do not believe that Arvada needs to play any part in leading the way for the implementation of Amendment 64. The reality is that the federal government still considers the distribution of marijuana illegal, therefore I believe our city should continue its moratorium on dispensaries well into the future. 5) I am in favor of the Jeffco Beltway as I believe that Arvada is part of larger metropolitan community and the beltway is one of the many transportation aspects that link these individual communities together. Moving forward it will assist in development in Northwest Arvada, but I do have have a desire to meter the growth of that part of our city and limit the potential for serious “urban sprawl.”
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Arvada City Council DON ALLARD
Councilmember at large Background: Master’s degree in public administration. Retired city manager. Current city council member. 30-year Arvada resident. Past member of Arvada Water Renewal Authority, APEX Allard Recreation District, Metro Denver Water Reclamation District, 4 charter review committees. Current member of the Jefferson Parkway Highway Authority. Contact: Phone 303-420-6559; email dallard1@netzero.net 1) Honest, confident, decisive. 2) Formal education plus actual working experience in city administration and elected council member. I also have experience in working with other governments in the Denver area. 3) Completion of Jefferson Parkway; parking for light rail station around Olde Town; redevelopment of the area at the intersection of Ralston Road and Independence Streets. Also, the questions of the Arvada Center change of governance and permitting the business of recreational marijuana. 4) Need to conduct hearing in March of 2014 and consider state regulation of sale and location of the business. 5) Jefferson Parkway is important and beneficial to both Arvada and Metro Denver because of the need for arterial roadways in the northwest area in order to accommodate existing and future vehicle traffic. It will also help to reduce traffic congestion on Wadsworth and Sheridan through Arvada.
ASCENZO DI GIACOMO
Councilmember at Large Background: Graduated from Arvada West, and formally trained in architecture and urban planning. As a critical thinker and problem solver I have an ability to get Di Giacomo to the heart of an issue. Working in historic towns in the west has given me an understanding of why pedestrian scaled towns are regarded as models.
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1) Visionary, innovative, perseverance. 2) My architecture/urban planning and business background, my ability to quickly understand the implications of growth and development on the community and an ability to listen to, connect with and respect the concerns of citizens. 3) Growth. The city is experiencing growth, expansion and infill redevelopment in all directions. Teamed with resultant increased and redirected traffic these issues have the potential to change the character and livability of the city. 4) If it becomes clear to council, based on input from the community and current accepted practice, that a simple majority of citizens are in favor of allowing the sale of marijuana by retail merchants, then it is our duty to: assist in making it safe for children, propose ordinances that respect state laws and federal guidelines and establish appropriate zoning for the location of the businesses.
ELECTION NEWS IN A HURRY Starting the week of Oct. 15, ballots will be mailed to registered Jeffco voters. Ballots can be dropped off starting Oct. 21 through Nov. 5. Voter Service and Polling Centers in Jeffco will open on Oct. 21, as well. Drop off locations will be in the voter ballot packets but for Golden residents, the location will be at Golden’s city hall or the
The Colorado Railroad Museum will be hosting a booking signing with Janet Dawson, mystery novelist and author of “Death Rides the Zephyr” on Saturday, Oct. 12 at 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Dawson has written previous books such as “What You Wish For” and the Jeri Howard series, which earned a nomination in 2012 for Left Coast Crime’s Golden Nugget Award for Bit Player. The event is free, with copies of Dawson’s latest book available at the Colorado Railroad Museum’s gift shop. For more information contact Kathy McCardwell at Kathy@crrm.org.
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5) In favor. But, I think the existing proposal has not considered the fact that a major roadway like this will create a physical division to our perimeter. We need to think hard about the type and scale of the road and the noise impact on the surrounding neighborhoods. The impacts of traffic noise from a divided highway of any scale is just as important as the visual.
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Clerk and Recorder’s Office at the Jeffco Administrative and Courts Building 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Suite 2560. Voters can now register to vote: • Before Oct. 15 by mail, through a voter registration drive or at the local DMV • Before Oct. 28 online at www.GoVoteColorado.com • On Election Day in person at any Voter Service and Polling Center and while there hasn’t been a final decision regarding the use of the arena, the Arvada Parks and Recreation department’s value input from the community and welcome any ideas, comments or questions regarding the arena and its future use. Arvada’s irrigation crew supervisor, Wayne Wyatt, who helped at the arena throughout the floods, was grateful to have the space available at this crucial time. “This is a gift that we received that was great, and having it allowed us to open up and let the community use it,” Wyatt said.
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SERVICES TO ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES, CALL 303-566-4100 Remodeling
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We offer tree removal, brush, mulch and root chasing in addition to stump removal. We also have firewood available! Call today for your Free Estimate. Credit cards accepted
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Class teaches women protection skills Arvada Police Department teaches self-defense By Crystal Anderson
canderson@ourcoloradonews.com Learning to protect one’s self against an attack is an important, but often overlooked set of simple skills that, once learned, can aid in a threatening situation. The Sexual Harassment, Assault, and Rape Prevention class (S.H.A.R.P) is one of the Arvada Police Department’s most popular and long-standing free classes. For a steady 10 years, members of the police department have taught this class with one goal in mind: to give women and young adults the confidence and skills needed to defend themselves against different forms of harassment, assault and rape. “We’re teaching them (students) how to punch and how to do the best kick to get enough resistance to get away,” said Arvada Police Detective Kelli Scherer. Each session consists of four, three-hour long classes, where students will be given examples of real-life
situations where defense may be necessary. Within the class, instructors teach students about different pressure points throughout the body which will target a response when touched. While these tactics do not harm the individual, they will initiate a signal to the perpetrator to back off, or allow a victim time to escape. The class, while not extremely physical, does involve some physical repetition of kicks and punches, but each participant works at their own level. “Students are encouraged to stay at their level,” Scherer said. “If you have any physical limitations you can still take the class — there’s no limitation.” While the class is currently open to women, ages 16 and up, the principles are designed for everyone. “It doesn’t matter what size you are, it’s not your strength, it’s the techniques you use.” Scherer said. For more information or to register for either the October or November session, call 720-898-7985. The class is free and open to the public. Class sizes are capped at 16 students and spots are allotted on a first-call basis.
have a story idea? Email your ideas to Arvada Community Editor Crystal Anderson at canderson@ourcoloradonews.com or call her at 303-566-4138.
War and the waiting A childhood touched by impact of war “Year of the Jungle” by Suzanne Collins 2013, Scholastic $17.99 / $19.99 Canada 40 pages All day long, while you’re at school, you really miss your parents. But that’s okay. You know you’ll see them in a few hours or a few days, and it’ll be fun. You’ll get hugs and give kisses, make dinner together, and read stories. But some kids, though, they have to wait to see their mom or dad, and it might be a long time. In “Year of the Jungle” by Suzanne Collins, illustrated by James Proimos, you’ll see why. Suzy, who was the youngest in her family, loved when her dad read poems to her. She particularly liked the ones about a dragon because he was ‘the bravest of all.” The dragon was special, and so was everybody in Suzy’s family. But Suzy’s daddy had to go away for a while. She knew he was going to a place called Vietnam , and someone said he’d be “in the jungle.” That reminded her of her favorite TV cartoon, which was about a jungle man who swings from a rope. Her dad would be gone for a year. That seemed like a long time. While he was gone, Suzy’s dad sent
lots of postcards. He missed her first day of first grade. He wasn’t there to read the paper to her, or poems. He wasn’t around for Halloween or Thanksgiving, but he sent a Vietnamese lady doll home for Suzy’s Christmas present. Suzy tried hard not to worry, even though grown-ups acted weird when they found out where her father was. She tried not to think about her dad in the jungle, until she got a birthday card from him and it was nowhere near her birthday. It was hard not to think about him after she saw a TV news report with explosions and hurt soldiers. That made her cry. It was a long year, but then her dad came home – just that quick! He wasn’t quite the Daddy that Suzy remembered. He looked tired, he was awfully thin, and sometimes, he looked like he was thinking about the jungle. He came home with gifts, but the best gift of all was having him home. I really liked this book, but I struggled to determine its audience.
”Year of the Jungle” will be way better understood by grandparents than by children: author Suzanne Collins’ tale, for instance, touches upon popculture things that would resonate with people who were kids during the Vietnam War. Yes, today’s children know all about war and parents going away to fight one, but will they understand this story? I think so. Collins based her book on her own childhood recollections, and her memories of loss, worry, and confusion are wisely innocent and timeless without being too scary. Illustrations by James Proimos help maintain that lack of frightfulness. Overall, this is a grown-up-kids book that I think may actually be comforting to children whose parents are in the military because it assures them that “most people come back.” And for that, “Year of the Jungle” is one that neither of you should miss.
Regional news in a huRRy Action Center hosts fall Beautiful Junk sale
The Action Center is hosting its annual fall Beautiful Junk sale at Jefferson County Fairground’s Exhibit Hall, 15200 W. 6th Ave., Golden. The sale is 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
on Saturday, Oct. 19. The cost is $3 for everyone 16 and older. Visitors can get $1 off admission with two or more non-perishable food donations. This event generates an average of $45,000 in financial resources that
feed, clothe and shelter struggling residents of Jefferson County and the homeless. There is 10,500 square feet of jewelry, collectibles, vintage odds and ends, sporting goods, holiday decor and a vast array of household items for shoppers.
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Half-hearted man has never committed Dear Neil: I am a single Mum of 9-yearold twin girls. Six and a half years ago, I met this man, and we had a wonderful and passionate connection. After a year, I discovered he had numerous financial issues, as well as breaches of honesty. Among other things, he had spent the deposit for our joint holiday home we had been planning together. In the end, I had enough of the lies and deceit, so I withdrew, and we did not see each other for a few weeks. But then I decided I wanted our relationship to work. I drove to his place and was shocked to discover a lady and her son had turned up at his place at 11 p.m., and I learned she was his new flame. To make a long story short, he went back to me, then back to her, then back to me. However, one evening after that, she turned up at his place, trying to get him back all over again. We have been living together in my house the past two and a half years, but we still have issues: family, money, honesty. He has not kept up with his financial agreements, and I have never felt that he
has attempted to develop a relationship with my girls. I appreciate he is not their dad, but he has been in their life almost 7 years and has no real connection with them, and it does not feel like we’re a family. My once avid sex drive has all but disappeared, and we are drifting apart. I am 49 and he is 43. Can you give me any insight? Lost in New Zealand Dear Lost: It’s hard to see the forest through the trees when you are living inside a story. You have to step back and view your story from a distance in order to be able to see it with any clarity. Let me offer you that clarity. The man you’re living with has a commitment issue.
Plain and simple, he has never actually committed to you. He is, at the most, only partially committed to you. Furthermore, you actually know it: that’s why you’ve withdrawn. Connecting with your twin girls takes time, effort and energy. It requires him to make an emotional investment in them, and in the job of becoming a stepdad to them (which he obviously is, having been in their lives since they were two). But it’s extremely telling that he hasn’t tried to bond with them, grow to love them and invest in a relationship with them. It speaks to him being tentative and halfhearted in the relationship, rather than committed and unreserved. The presence of the other woman speaks of the same lack of commitment. He didn’t have to be truthful and honest with you about financial matters--he had been looking for another woman on the side. Furthermore, it is not at all clear that he has any allegiance to being honest, transparent or sincere with the agreements he has made with you. It sounds like he may be making agreements in order to keep you off his back, but he has no genuine interest in holding
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TUESDAY/OCT. 8, 15, 22, 29
PAINTING LIVING Light of Peace, 5927 Miller St., Arvada, hosts painting classes 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays in October. Materials are included in fee. Themes are sunflowers (Oct. 8), pets (Oct. 15), fall foliage (Oct. 22) and trucks, trains and tractors (Oct. 29). Sign up at www.soallmaycreate. com or call Natasha 303-960-8063. THURSDAY/OCT. 10 MEET AND greet Single Volunteers of Greater Denver will have a member meet and greet 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, at the Golden Triangle, just south of downtown. Parking is free. All members are invited to a casual social gathering to meet one another and the new board of directors. Go to www.svgd.org to register and for more details. THURSDAY/OCT. 10 CANDIDATES FORUM Lakewood AAUW will host a
school board candidates’ forum at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10 at Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church, 9th and Kipling, Lakewood. Three out of five school board positions will be filled. Learn the issues. Questions are encouraged.
THURSDAY/OCT. 10 CAREGIVER SEMINAR Stuck in the Middle is presenting a half-day community caregiver awareness seminar at 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, at Silverado Senior Living, 6447 Quail St., Arvada. As our population ages, more and more caregivers are created, and most family members are not prepared for this most difficult job. Seven presenters who are professionals in their field will be at the seminar to help you prepare for the journey of caregiving. Cost, which may be paid in cash at time of check-in, includes refreshments and lunch. Reservations required; call 303-204-5149. Seating is limited. Adult day care provided by Silverado staff at no cost. Activities, refreshments and lunch included. Reservations required; notify reservationist when registering for seminar attendance. Stuck in the Middle is a social support group for caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s, dementia and related illnesses. THURSDAY/OCT. 10, NOV. 14, DEC. 12, JAN. 9, FEB. 13, MARCH 13 MEMBERSHIP MEETING American Legion Post 161
has monthly membership meetings at 7 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12, Jan. 9, Feb. 13, March 13 at 60th Avenue and Lamar Street. The group gets veterans to help veterans.
FRIDAY/OCT. 11, NOV. 5, NOV. 8 ART CLASSES Lakewood Arts Council Community Cen-
ter and Gallery offers a variety of workshops and classes at the Lakewood Community Center and Gallery, 85 S. Union Blvd, Lakewood. To register, call 303-980-0625 or go to www.lakewoodartscouncil.org/classes.htm.
FINAL WORKSHOP is Oct. 11: Tanis Bula, Mixing Up the Mediums on Sunflowers, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. CLASSES ARE: STARTING NOV. 5: Acrylics Plus with Marcia Brill, 1-3:30 p.m. Tuesdays in November. STARTING NOV. 8: Watercolor Basics with Kathy
Cranmer, 1-3:30 p.m. Fridays in November.
FRIDAY/OCT. 11-27 THEATER SHOW The Player’s Guild at the Festival Playhouse presents “Trick or Treat” from Oct. 11-27 at 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Appropriate for all
ages, show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays. Call 303-422-4090 or go to www. festivalplayhouse.com for tickets and more details. Come in costume and win a prize.
SATURDAY/OCT. 12 SCARECROW FESTIVAL Olde Town Arvada will be
transformed with scarecrows of all shapes and sizes 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12. The annual scarecrow festival is free and include activities for all ages and interests. Businesses, individuals, schools or organizations can enter a decorated scarecrow. Application and entry fee information is available at www.historicarvada.org or by calling the Historic Olde Town Arvada at 303-420-6100. The decorated pumpkin contest also returns; applications at www.arvadafestivals.com. Pumpkins will be sold, and proceeds will benefit the Arvada Community Food Bank.
SATURDAY/OCT. 12 BLESSING of animals The Episcopal Church of St. John Chrysostom will celebrate the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi with a blessing of the animals beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 12. All are invited to this short outdoor service, followed by coffee, juice and doughnuts. All animals are welcome and for the safety of all present, animals must be restrained on leashes or in their carriers/ containers. In the event of inclement weather, bring only a photo of your pet and meet inside. The Episcopal Church of St. John Chrysostom is in the Applewood area of Jefferson County at 13151 W. 28th Ave., off Alkire. For information or directions, call 303-279-2760 or visit www.stjohngolden.org. SATURDAY/OCT. 12 FOOD ADDICTS Are you having trouble controlling
the way you eat? You are not alone. Today, there is a solution. Come to a free information session: Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous, which meets 10-11:30 a.m. Oct. 12, at Christ Episcopal Church, 2950 S. University Blvd., Denver. Visit www.foodaddicts.org or call Hilary J. at 303-349-2858.
SATURDAY/OCT. 12 SWING BAND Sentimental Sounds Swing Band will play the best in big band and swing music 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at the D Note in Arvada. There is no cover charge. Everyone is welcome. Bring your friends and family for a fun night of good music and food. SATURDAY/OCT. 12 FALL DANCE. The first fall dance “Boogie at the Barn”
is 5:30-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at Alderfer Ranch Barn at the Alderfer/Three Sisters Open Space Park, 30299 Buffalo Park Road, Evergreen. Music provided by a collaboration of local Evergreen musicians, with “Something Underground” headlining the event with its blend of rock, reggae, folk and pop 7-10 p.m. Volunteers are still needed. Contact pandorareagan@remax.net. Parking is limited. Check out the Boogie at the Barn page on Facebook: www.facebook.com/EvergreenBoogieAtTheBarn/events.
SATURDAY/OCT. 12 OKTOBERFEST WIN the Battle presents Oktoberfest, a silent auction and raffle, 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at Village at Five Parks Depot, 13810 W. 85th Drive, Arvada. Tickets for sale at www.winthebattle.org and includes light dinner, wine and beer tasting. Items available for auction include an iPad mini, flat screen TV, coffeemaker, gift certificates, gift baskets and more.
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SHRED-A-THON THE Arvada Police invites residents to protect their identity and personal information by taking part in the annual Shred-A-Thon 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 12, in the parking lot at the Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. Arvada Police partners with Shred-it to safely destroy documents containing personal information. Resident and businesses can bring up to three boxes or three bags of documents. The event is free, but donations are welcomed. Proceeds benefit the W. Michael Northey Foundation, which provides scholarships to local high school students who want to pursue a higher education degree. Area high school students and Arvada Police Explorers will be on hand to assist with unloading items. SATURDAY/OCT. 12, OCT. 26 SEED PICKING The Jefferson County Nature Association needs volunteers to pick seeds to enhance Rocky Flats. Picking will happen 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sept. 21, Oct. 12 and Oct. 26. Learn about prairie ecology in a lovely setting northwest of Denver near State Highways 72 and 93. Sign up and register by the Thursday before each pick. Go to http://tinyurl.com/SeedPick2013 to get details, and share your email to get pick site directions and free lunch. Signed waiver required (if younger than 18, waiver must be signed by parent). For large groups, kids or questions, email Jean (djt_co@yahoo.com) or Paul (pdkilburn@ msn.com).
himself to those agreements--because he’s just appeasing you. Which leaves you with a choice: stay with him and accept this scenario into the future (you have no evidence it’s going to change), or end the relationship with him in the hope that you will be able to eventually connect with someone else who will be honest, responsible, trustworthy, true and blue--and a stepdad. A grown man ought to know that if he chooses a woman with younger children, he is in the position of being a stepdad, and he is expected to rise to the occasion and be the best he can possibly be in that position. It sure sounds as if you could find better than him. He is too half-hearted. After the passion wanes, you’re left more with illusion than you are with a real relationship. Neil Rosenthal is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Westminster and Boulder, Colorado. His column is in it’s 21st year of publication, and is syndicated around the world. You can reach him at 303-7588777, or email him through his website: www.heartrelationships.com. He is not able to respond individually to queries.
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SATURDAY AND SUNDAY/OCT. 12-13 WOODCARVING SHOW Colorado Carvers’ Club, of Golden and Denver, presents its 39th annual show, competition and sale 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13, at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, West 6th Avenue and Indiana Street. Contact Al Vigil, chairman, 303-985-3724 or alvigil@aol.com, or Nellie Ford, registrar, 303-368-1282 oraanna@msn.com. SUNDAY/OCT. 13, NOV. 10 LECTURE SERIES Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum’s fall Sunday at the Museum lecture series continues Oct. 13, when historian Jan Thomas will reveal the results of her extensive research on the museum’s Zimmerman Quilt, made in 1842. The quilt tells a sad but hopeful story about a family’s love, the tragedy of sweeping epidemics, and the reasons many immigrants came to our shores. Join doll collector and quilt enthusiast Phyllis Stewart on Nov. 10 for Doll, Quilts, Small Quilts: I love ALL little Quilts. Hear about the precious textiles we call doll quilts. The trunk show will include over 100 little quilts and their accompanying quilt racks, doll beds, trunks, miniature sewing machines and other items. This collection includes quilts from most every decade since the mid-1800s. All lectures begin at 2 p.m. Doors open at 11 a.m. and the cost includes museum admission and refreshments. Museum members admitted free. The museum is at 1213 Washington Ave., Golden. Call 303-277-0377. Your Weekcontinues on Page 20
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Theater offers stray of hope Several years ago Mr. On The Town — the No. 1 dog lover in our house — and I attended the play “Sylvia” at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. The A.R. Gurney play is about an empty-nest couple who take in a stray dog. I won’t give away the ending but this comedy will tug at your heartstrings. I guarantee you’ll love this play! “Sylvia” plays Nov. 7-17 at the LTAC. Tickets are available at www. LoneTreeArtsCenter.org or by calling 720-509-1000. Kim Staunton, a winner of a Denver Post Ovation Award, Henry Award, and Westword’s Best of Denver among her many local theater performances, stars as Kate. Two Tony Award nominees, director Randal Myler and Jonathan C. Kaplan (as Greg), also are part of the cast and crew. Denver favorites Jamie Ann Romero (Sylvia) and Randy Moore (Tom, Phyllis and Leslie) round out a stellar cast.
The “Earth Moves” show at the Arvada Center highlights new techniques and materials that ceramic artists are using. Eight invited artists and 42 juried artists from all over the country are represented in the show. Piece pictured is by Derek Reeverts. Piece pictured lower left is by Katherine Taylor. Courtesy photos
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Boys and Girls Club opens
The opening of the new Nancy P. Anschutz Center Boys and Girls Club on Tuesday, Oct. 1 was a celebration, despite a horrific shooting just 11 days earlier that left club advocate Terrance Roberts accused of attempted murder. Boldfaced names like Denver Mayor Michael Hancock, Phil and Nancy Anschutz, John and Paige Elway and Jack A. Vickers celebrated the opening of the new center at the Jack A. Vickers Boys & Girls Club. Denver politicos and movers and shakers joined the celebration of a new Park Hill community center that replaced a shopping area torched by a gang in 2008. Boys and Girls Club President and CEO John Aragoni held the sentiments of many in attendance when he said: “The community here had gone through its ups and downs. But we want to recognize its past with an eye on its future.”
‘Girl’ power for CRA
Sonia Riggs, formerly the executive director of the American Institute of Architects Colorado, is the heir apparent to eventually take over Pete Meersman’s chief cheese job with the Colorado Restaurant Association as Meersman prepares for his departure. CRA chairman of the board Rich Yoke appointed a search committee to advertise, screen, interview and select someone to serve as the new CRA chief operating officer, a position that will transition into the president and chief executive officer when Meersman, who has led the CRA for 30-plus years, leaves the association Nov. 1, 2014. As of that date, Meersman will become the CRA’s chief strategy officer by serving on various affiliated boards and working on special projects until November 2019. Parker continues on Page 19
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ld traditions and new technologies come together in the fall gallery exhibitions at the Arvada Center. “Earth Moves: Shifts in Ceramic Art and Design” takes a look at the changing world of ceramics, and how fine arts, industry and design are blending into that world. The show is on display in the Main Gallery. “Continuing Legacies: Evolving Ceramic Traditions” examines some of the oldest forms of ceramics, and brings artists who have been working in the form for generations to the fore. The show is on display in the Upper Gallery. Both shows will be on display at the center’s galleries, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., through Nov. 10. The galleries are open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m. “I think they’re really interesting shows — there are so many different things in both of them,” said curatorial assistant Kristin Bueb. “A lot of what’s on display is so much different from what people are used to, and shows how people can push the boundaries.” The shows were put together by the center’s ceramic coordinator Bebe Alexander, who said they were
extremely challenging because of the nature of the works. “With Earth Moves, the shifts in technology and design were the focus, and we wanted to display artists who are using new tools,” she said. The call for artists was put out in March, and jurors whittled the submissions down to eight invited artists and 42 juried artists from all over the country. Many of these artists are using computer-aided design and 3-D printing and renderings to add new diIF YOU GO mensions to their work. Some particularly striking installations on WHAT: “Earth display include a “Glyph” series from David Moves” and “ConKaufmann, who created porcelain models tinuing Legacies” of iPads and uses the finger swipes from the exhibitions screen to create modern hieroglyphics. WHERE: Arvada There is also a a recreation of a SynapCenter tic Lab by Donna Webb, that has maps, lab 6901 Wadsworth equipment and bottles and vials, which sugBlvd., Arvada gests the mixing of science and art in groundwater landscape. WHEN: Through Alexander said the “Continuing Legacies” Nov. 10 exhibit serves as a nice counterpoint to the Monday through main gallery, showing ancient forms of potFriday - 9 a.m. to tery and ceramics that have been practiced 6 p.m. for generations. “We have Takashi Nakazato, 13th generaSaturday - 10 a.m. to tion Japanese potter,” she said. “Also on dis5 p.m. play are the works of Kazu Oba, who studied Sunday - 1-5 p.m. with Nakazato and is on staff at the Center.” The pottery of Adam Field, studied under COST: Free seventh generation Korean potter, Kim llINFORMATION: Maan, was the germ of the exhibit idea, Al720-898-7200 or exander said. www.arvadacenter. He studied the Korean art of onggi pottery, org and part of the exhibit is a video of how Field creates the massive pots. Other participating artists include Trevor Dunn, Simon Leach, Ben Owen III and Michael Wisner.
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“Sonia will officially begin work at CRA on Nov. 20,” Meersman said in a mass email. “She will be at CRA building on occasion before then for other meetings. “Sonia’s professional references raved about her when I talked to them. (All four AIA references not only praised her, but they asked me not to hire her because they wanted her to stay there.) I spent a morning last talking with Sonia in person. She has a great personality and sense of humor. She will fit in well with our very talented staff.” The CRA serves restaurants throughout the metro area and the entire state of Colorado.
Wine, women and Woodyard
Are you ready for some football? Wine, Women and Football, presented by Coloradans for Responsible Energy Development, is an evening of sipping, snacking and talking smack about any and all Broncos opponents, beginning at 5 p.m. on Oct. 15 at Chloe, 1445 Market St. Come and share some X’s and O’s with players Montee Ball, Sylvester Williams, Britton Colquitt, Wesley Woodyard and one of my favorite former players, Rod Smith. One hundred percent of proceeds benefit Volunteers of America’s Brandon
Denver hotel The Curtis-a Doubletree by Hilton has an “orange crush” on the Denver Broncos. Here’s the “Booking Broncos” breakdown: Rates start at $129 per night when you book your football stay at the Curtis on Oct. 13 against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Oct. 26 or 27 vs. the Washington Redskins (and former Broncos head coach Mike Shanahan) or Nov. 16 or 17 vs. the Kansas City Chiefs. And the rest of the story ... say “Play it again, Peyton” and earn a second visit to the Curtis for $83 per night — in honor of Welker — plus $18 valet parking with homage to Manning on Dec. 7 or 8 vs. the Tennessee Titans or on Dec. 12 against the San Diego Chargers. To take advantage of the Curtis Orange Crush offer, call Scott at 720-889-4747. For more information on the Curtis, go to www.thecurtis.com or call 800-525-6651. Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, businesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for Blacktie-Colorado.com. You can subscribe and read her columns at www. pennyparker.blacktie-colorado.com. She can be reached at penny@blacktie-llc.com or at 303-619-5209.
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spiRituaL MusicaL Celebrate a night “Mostly ‘Music of James Taylor’ Shabbat” during a singing and spiritual service at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18, at Congregation Beth Evergreen, 2981 Bergen Peak Drive. Visit www.bethevergreen.org or call 303-670-4294 ext. 1.
Movie night “The Way,” a 2010 American drama film to honor the Camino de Santiago and promote the traditional pilgrimage, will be shown at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at Living Light of Peace, 5927 Miller St., Arvada. The movie stars Martin Sheen and Emilio Estevez. Trail mix and other snacks will be served; bring your own water bottle. Movie is free and donations are accepted.
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MuRdeR MysteRy Colorado ACTS presents a friends and family production of “Murder at the Starlight Lounge,” a traveling production of a classic radio murder mystery. Show times are 7 p.m. Oct. 18-19, 25-26 at 9460 W. 58th Ave., Arvada. Call 303-456-6772 or visit www.coloradoacts.org.
benefit/fundRaiseR wicked Wines and Witches Brews for Whiskers event is 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at Angels With Paws Thrift & Gift Store, 2010 Youngfield St., Lakewood. Door prizes, silent auction and ticketed drawings. Costume contest with prizes for the top three costumes. Tickets available online at www.AngelswithPaws.net (select donate button and note event tickets), or call 303-274-2264.
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Monday/oct. 14 Ribbon cutting Adventurer’s Quarter, a new game store in
Arvada, will have a ribbon cutting ceremony at 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14. The store’s address is 5777 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., R500, Arvada.
Monday/oct. 14 dog tRaining Training With Grace dog training center
offers free talks 7-8 p.m. each Monday at 9100 W. 6th Ave. in Lakewood. The topic for Oct. 14 is Play With Your Dog. What’s a good play interaction with your dog? What’s not? Does tugging make your dog aggressive? Does your dog own all of the toys in the house? When is a good time to end play? What are some good outlets for your dog’s energy? Learn the answers to these questions and more.
tuesday/oct. 15 LifetRee café The consequences of being too quick to
judge will be examined at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, titled “Wrongly Accused: A Rush to Judgment Destroys a Life,” features an exclusive filmed interview with Tim Masters, who spent 10 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit. Masters tells how he was targeted as a suspect and how the justice system failed him. And what it was like to serve a life sentence as an innocent man. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Snacks and beverages are available. Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual coffeehouse-type setting. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@ peacelutheran.net.
thuRsday/oct. 17 spaghetti dinneR Men desiring to join Spirit of Christ Knights of Columbus Council 12979 are invited, along with their families, to a spaghetti dinner and information night 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, in basement hall at Spirit of Christ Catholic Community Church, 7400 W. 80th Ave., Arvada. The council is a Catholic fraternal charitable organization. Interested men must be practicing Catholics. Must RSVP at www.council12979.org. For information, email info@council12979.org. thuRsday/oct. 17 syMphony of Tastes The Jefferson Symphony Orchestra and
Blue Moon Brewing Company present the Symphony of Tastes at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, at the Rolling Hills Country Club in Golden. Visit www.jeffsymphony.org.
coMing soon/oct. 18 to nov. 10 theateR show Evergreen Players presents “All My Sons” at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays from Oct. 18 to Nov. 10 at 27608 Fireweed Drive, Evergreen. In the pursuit of wealth for the sake of his family, Joe Keller represents the American Dream gone wrong. Tickets available by calling 303-674-4934 or www.evergreenplayers.org. coMing soon/oct. 18 to nov. 17 theateR show The Edge Theatre presents “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” Oct. 18 to Nov. 17 at 1560 Teller St., Suite 200, Lakewood. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 6 p.m. Sundays. Tickets available at 303-232-0363 or www.theedgetheater.com. Parking is free. coMing soon/oct. 19 chaRity Luncheon Alpha Xi Delta alumnae present their annual fundraising Sweet Charity Affair and Luncheon 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at Calvary Baptist Church, 6500 E. Girard, Denver. Money from this bake sale, silent auction, live auction, art boutique and luncheon (catered by Taste of the Season) will go to projects such as Autism Speaks, the Boys and Girls Club of Denver, FACES (Family Advocacy, Care, Education, Support) and the Family Crisis Center. To purchase tickets, contact Barbara Vietti, 6242 W. Coal Mine Place, Littleton, CO 80128; bvietti@comcast.net or 303-979-7561. Tickets purchased by mail can be picked up at the door upon your arrival. coMing soon/oct. 19 candidate foRuM AAUW Foothills Branch will host a Jeffco
school board candidates forum at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Arvada Food Bank, 8555 W. 57th Ave., Arvada. Public invited.
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conceRt the Lutheran Chorale will present its first concert of the season, styled Music of the Reformation, featuring music representing elements of faith in Luther’s Catechism. Concerts are at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20, at Peace Lutheran Church, 5675 Field St., Arvada; and at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20, at Advent Lutheran Church, 7979 Meade St., Westminster. Call 303424-4454 for ticket information on the 3 p.m. show, and call 303-428-7501 for ticket information on the later show. coMing soon/oct. 20, dec. 8, feb. 16 conceRt season The Jefferson Symphony Orchestra con-
cert season kicks off Sunday, Oct. 20 with music by Beethoven, Ravel and Tchaikovsky. The orchestra’s holiday concert featuring traditional Respighi holiday music is at 3 p.m. Dec. 8. A tribute to Haydn concert is Sunday, Feb. 16. The international young artist competition winner will perform Sunday, March 23. A concert to celebrate spring is Sunday, May 4. All concerts are at 3 p.m. at the Green Center, Colorado School of Mines Campus, 16th and Cheyenne streets in Golden. Tickets can be purchased at www.jeffsymphony.org, calling 303-278-4237, visiting the Jefferson Symphony office at 1204 Washington St., Golden, or at the door before the concert.
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program and is looking to add new voices. The choir is a great cross section of the community and welcomes newcomers who have a desire to praise God with their voice. This year Concordia Lutheran will be directed by Dr. Frank Eychaner of Colorado Christian University. The choir meets at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The choir assists in Concordia’s traditional worship service three out of four Sundays per month. The church is at 13371 W. Alameda Parkway in Lakewood (the church nestled close to Green Mountain). If you have a desire to sing and are interested in joining, please contact Joan at joan@concordialcms.org or 303-989-5260.
dog tRaineR Become a dog trainer with Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue, using behavior science, holistic approaches and positive reinforcement techniques tailored to each individual dog, pet parent and specific situation. Learn to evaluate behavior, design exercises, coach humans, handle dogs, deliver presentations, and resolve and prevent a variety of behavior problems. Classes in Denver and Lakewood. Request an application at mishamayfoundation@gmail.com. Contact mishamayfoundation@gmail.com or call 303-239-0382 for information. aRvada Running Club is offering $1,200 in college track or cross-country scholarships to one or two graduating high school girls for the 2013-14 school year. Eligible students must live in Arvada and/or attend an Arvada-area high school and plan to participate in a formal track or cross-country program during their freshman year in college. This is the third year in a row the club has offered scholarship funds. Applications are available on Arvada high school Naviance websites. For more information, contact arvadarunningclub@gmail.com or ltkrapes@msn.com. woMen’s netwoRking group in Arvada has openings for women in business who can commit to a weekly Wednesday morning meeting. One member per business category. Contact Info@OurConnection.org or call 303-438-6783. 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.
RecuRRing/thRough oct. 26 QuiLt show Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, 1213 Washington Ave., Golden, presents “Material Witnesses: New Work from the Manhattan Quilters Guild” from July 28 to Oct. 26. An opening reception is 5-8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2. Call 303-277-0377. RecuRRing/thRough oct. 27 theateR show Miners Alley Playhouse presents “I Never Promised You A Rose Garden,” the story of Debra Klein’s remarkable cure after being diagnosed with schizophrenia. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 6 p.m. Sundays from Sept. 12 to Oct. 27, with a 2 p.m. matinee on Oct. 27. Call 303-935-3044 or visit www.minersalley.com. Miners Alley Playhouse is at 1224 Washington Ave., Golden.
will be 50 percent off Oct. 1-31. Included in all adoptions are spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchip, and health check. Visit www.FoothillsAnimalShelter.org/Adopt.
RecuRRing/thRough nov. 15 gaRdening pRogRaM The Colorado Master Gardener program in Adams County is taking applications through Nov. 15 for the spring 2014 class, which runs 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays from Jan. 17 to March at the Ranch in Loveland. Participants receive intensive training in horticulture through 10 weeks of classes taught by Colorado State University professors, specialists and agents. Contact the Colorado State University Extension office in Adams County at 303-637-8100 or email smoore@ adcogov.org for information or an application. RecuRRing/thRough dec. 1 pLaywRiting initiative The Denver Center for the Performing Arts is launching a new playwriting initiative for Colorado high schools students. The center will first send professional playwrights into high school English, language arts and drama classes to provide workshops in writing a one-act play. Then, the program will host a statewide competition for original one-act plays written by high school students. The plays, which are accepted from Oct. 1 to Dec. 1, will be judged blindly by Denver Center professionals. The competition will result in 10 semifinalists, three finalists and one winner. For a full timeline and rules, visit denvercenter.org/playwright or contact academy@dcpa.org. RecuRRing/thRough apRiL 30 QuiLt donations The Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum is asking for donations of new quilts to benefit flood victims. Quilts must be made of 100 percent cotton fabric, and twin, full and queen sizes are needed. Deliver donations from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday to the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, 1213 Washington Ave., Golden; or from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday at the museum office, 651 Corporate Circle, Suite 102, Golden. Donations will be taken through April 30, 2014. Call 303-277-0377.
Looking ahead Looking ahead/oct. 25 shakespeaRe books Lakewood Cultural Center presents Reduced Shakespeare Company’s “All the Great Books [abridged]” at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25, at 470 S. Allison Parkway. Tickets available at www.Lakewood.org/Tickets, 303-987-7845 or the Box Office. More information is at www. reducedshakespeare.com. Looking ahead/oct. 26 histoRy pRogRaMs W.I.S.E. (Wales. Ireland. Scotland. England.) Family History Society presents “Patrice Stark: Synods, Sessions and Supplications” at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. Stark will discuss how Presbyterian Church history in colonial America can help identify Scots-Irish migration, communication and kinship networks. Beginning with customs and terminology unique to Presbyterians, Patrice will explain the early church divisions (New Side, Reformed, Associate, etc) and end with illustrations applicable to genealogy research puzzles. The group also has a program at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 26: The Colorado Irish, presented by James Walsh. Walsh’s presentation will focus on the roots of the Colorado Irish, where they came from in Ireland and North America, where they settled in Colorado and what they contributed to state history. The Colorado Irish will also be placed into a national and international context, relating them to the wider story of the Irish diaspora. Both programs are at the Central Denver Public Library, 10 W. Fourteenth Avenue Parkway, in the 7th floor training room. Visit www. wise-fhs.org. Looking ahead/oct. 26 aRts/cRafts faiR The second annual Stober Elementary School arts and crafts fair is planned from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, at the school, about five minutes away from Colorado Mills Mall. The deadline to apply to be part of the fair is Monday, Sept. 9, and applicants will be notified of acceptance on Sept. 16. The fair will feature more than 35 booths of handmade crafts, food and seasonal items. Contact annedrobny@ gmail.com to apply for a 64-square-foot booth space. Looking ahead/oct. 27 hoLocaust LectuRe The 11th Annual Fred Marcus Memorial Holocaust Lecture is at 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, in the Elaine Wolf Theatre, Jewish Community Center, 350 S. Dahlia St., Denver. Sponsored by the Holocaust Awareness Institute at DU’s Center for Judaic Studies in cooperation with the MACC at the JCC’s JAAMM Festival. Dr. Stephen D. Smith, executive director of the Shoah Foundation, will speak on “Testimony and Technology.” Reservations required. Visit www.maccjcc.org/jaamm or call 303-316-6360. Looking ahead/oct. 27 haunted hangaR Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum will transform into a Haunted Hangar from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27. Enter the space and alien costume contest, fill up your goody bag with treats, pose for a photo with your favorite Star Wars of sci-fi character, watch robot demonstrations, and more. All activities are included with admission; members are admitted free. Wings Over the Rockies is in the historic Lowry Air Force Base Hangar No. 1 near Alameda and Quebec. Visit www.WingsMuseum.org, call 303-360-5360 ext. 105, or email info@WingsMuseum.org.
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LOOKING AHEAD/OCT. 27 TRICK-OR-TREAT TRAIN It’s full steam ahead for
tricks, treats and trains from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26-27 at the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden. The train departs every 30 minutes from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, call 303-279-4591 or visit www. ColoradoRailroadMuseum.org.
LOOKING AHEAD/OCT. 27 PIANIST CONCERT Lakewood Cultural Center presents 2013 Van Cliburn Silver Medal winner Beatrice Rana at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, at 470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood. Tickets available at www.Lakewood. org/Tickets, 303-987-7845 or the box office. LOOKING AHEAD/OCT. 28 MEDICARE 101 Is Medicare a mystery to you? Learn
the basics of Medicare and what resources to turn to as you maneuver the Medicare maze at a program from 7-8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28, presented by State Health Insurance Program at Centura, underwritten by Centura Health LINKS. Program is free, but please register in advance at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Call 303-425-9583.
LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 1, DEC. 6, JAN. 3, FEB. 7, MARCH 7 ROUNDTABLE BREAKFAST American Legion Post 161 hosts the Arvada Roundtable Breakfast at 7 a.m. Friday, Oct. 4, Nov. 1, Dec. 6, Jan. 3, Feb. 7, March 7, at 60th Avenue and Lamar Street. The meeting is open to the public and allows attendees to hear what issues are being addressed by city, county, state and federal levels of government from the government representatives. LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 1-2 CRAFT FAIR Shop ‘til you drop at more than 55
tables of handmade gifts at the 31st annual craft fair from 6-8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Call 303-425-9583. Admission is free if you bring school supplies to donate to local children in need.
LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 1-2 CHRISTMAS FAIR A Trollheim Christmas fair is
planned from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 1-2 at the Sons of Norway Trollheim Lodge, 6610 W. 14th Ave., Lakewood. Lunch is available from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Call 303-232-1700.
LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 2 RECITAL THE Jefferson Symphony Orchestra will have
its first recital of the 2013-14 season at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, at Golden’s First United Methodist Church. The recital will feature musicians performing in small ensembles. A reception will light refreshments will follow the performance and offer an opportunity for audience members to meet the musicians. Tickets are available at the door. Visit www.ArvadaCenter.org.
LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 2 YOGA FESTIVAL Evergreen Park & Recreation District, in partnership with Destination Satori, has rescheduled the second annual Yoga High Festival for Saturday, Nov. 2, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Evergreen Lake House. The festival, originally set for Sept.15, had been cancelled after floods washed through Evergreen that weekend. The Yoga High Festival is now a fundraiser for local disaster relief, coming in response to flooding that damaged or destroyed more than 19,000 homes, killed
eight and left hundreds stranded. Call 303-601-1654 or email info@destinationsatori.com. Participants can enjoy multiple styles of yoga classes for all levels, music, healthy food, a variety of active-oriented vendors, and more. Evergreen Lake House is at 29612 Upper Bear Creek Road in Evergreen. Contact Kendra Hinkson at 720-880-1226 or khinckson@eprd.co.
LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 2-16 MOMMY RANT The Athena Project presents “The Mommy Rants,” a show about all the insane things that happen when you become a mother and the experiences no one dares to talk about. Show runs from Nov. 2-16, with show times at 1 p.m., 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturdays, and at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Sundays at Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design, 1600 Pierce St., Lakewood. Children younger than 12 months may be in the audience for free, on a lap, for the show. Day care for 1- to 4-year-olds is available for all shows for a fee. Buy tickets or reserve day care by calling 303-2190882 or visiting www.athenaprojectfestival.org. LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 4 MEDICARE CHANGES It is open enrollment time for
Medicare Advantage and Prescription plans. Get information to help you choose wisely at a program from 7-8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Program is free and is presented by State Health Insurance Program at Centura Health LINKS. Register in advance at 303-4259583.
LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 4, NOV. 11, NOV. 18, NOV. 25 GRIEF SERIES Grief is a natural and necessary healing process that follows many kinds of losses. Join Elaine Feldhaus of Senior Reach for one or more of the sessions. Each class covers what grief is, effective ways to mourn, and provides information on support groups or other community resources. Healing is about learning to live a new normal. Sessions include: Rolling with the Waves: Basic Loss, 1-2:15 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4; Traumatic Loss (homicide, suicide, war), 1-2:15 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11; Widows’/Widowers’ Fog, 1-2:15 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18; Before Their Time (loss of young person),1-2:15 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25. Register in advance at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada; 303-425-9583. LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 5 TO DEC. 10, TUESDAYS DIABETES WELLNESS Learn to make healthy choices
and manage your wellness, whether you are living with diabetes or are a caregiver for someone who is diabetic. This evidence-based six-week course was developed by Stanford University is highly participatory, and mutual support and success build participants’ confidence in their ability to manage their diabetes and maintain an active fulfilling life. Students purchase a book at the first class. The class is from 1:30-4 p.m. Tuesdays from Nov. 5 to Dec. 10 at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. It is sponsored in cooperation with the Consortium for Older Adult Wellness. Register in advance with payment at the center or by calling 303-425-9583.
LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 6 AMERICANA! A tribute to all things American is presented from 2-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6 at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Enjoy the harmonies of the Notable Choir and the fancy footwork and colorful costumes of the Rockyettes Tap and Broadway Show Dance troupe. Call 303-425-9583. Pie and ice cream follow the show.
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LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 6 WELCOME RECEPTION Join us to discover the diverse opportunities at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6. Learn about our activities such as art, crafts, fitness, writing, computer, dance, SilverSneakers, day trips, game days, volunteering and more. The event is free; please reserve your space 303-425-9583. Bring friends to get active and stay active. LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 7 BUNCO BASH Bunco is an easy and fun dice game.
Join in from 1-3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Light refreshments and prizes included. New and veteran Bunco players welcome. Register with payment by Nov. 5. Call 303-425-9583.
LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 7, DEC. 5 INFORMATION NIGHTS The Manning School, 13200
W. 32nd Ave., Golden, will have parent information nights at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5, in the school’s auditorium.
LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 8 GENEALOGY PROGRAM Common Grounds presents a program for the genealogy enthusiast from 10-11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 8, at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Enjoy a cup of coffee and snacks with others who have an interest in genealogy. Call 303-425-9583. Register with payment by Nov. 5. LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 12 RIVER NILE Flowing through 11 countries and for more than 4,000 miles, many regard the Nile as the most important river in the world because of its role in the development of ancient civilizations. Join Active Minds from 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Nov. 12, as we explore this great river, visiting its winding path through history as well as its current relevance in the world. Program is free and will take place at First Presbyterian Church of Lakewood, 8210 W. 10th Ave., Lakewood. LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 12 JOHN F. Kennedy As we recognize the 50-year anniversary of the assassination of JFK, join Active Minds for a look at his life and legacy. Program is from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12. Kennedy’s brief presidency coincided with some of the most dramatic foreign policy events of his time including the construction of the Berlin Wall, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and the escalation of the Vietnam War. In this program, we will cover these milestones, and also seek to go beyond them toward a deeper understanding of the man behind the public image. Program is free and takes place at Atria Inn at Lakewood, 555 S. Pierce St., Lakewood. Call 303-7424800 to RSVP. LOOKING AHEAD/NOV. 13 SALUTE VETERANS Pay tribute to the men and women who have put their lives on the line to defend our freedom at a program from 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13 at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Enjoy the musical entertainment of Déjà Vu Quartet followed by refreshments and stories shared by Veterans. We encourage you to wear a hat or badge from your military service. Sponsored by 50+ Marketplace News, Villa Manor Care Center, and Homewatch CareGivers. Register with payment by Nov. 11. Call 303-425-9583.
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Clubs in your Community Mondays Flipping houses A real estate-investing education group meets 7-9 p.m. every third Monday at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St. The group will cover all the information needed to successfully fix and flip or buy rentals with positive cash flow. Republicans Men meeting The Jefferson County Republi-
can Men’s Club meets 7-9 a.m. Mondays at the Howard Johnson Denver West, 12100 W. 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge. Call Fred Holden at 303-421-7619 for more information. All are welcome, not just Republican men from Jefferson County.
Tuesdays FedeRal eMployees The Lakewood Chapter of Retired and Active Federal Employees meets each second Tuesday at the Episcopal Church, 10th and Garrison. Call Ann Ornelas at 303-517-8558 with questions. neTwoRking MeeTings Elevate West Metro Business
Networking “Business Professionals: Raising Opportunities” are weekly meetings 8-9:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Vectra Bank, 7391 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge. For more information, call Jennifer at 720-947-8003 or Matt at 720-947-8005.
wednesdays aRvada biz Connection http://www.meetup.com/ArvadaBusiness-Connection/ is an informal networking event that brings together local entrepreneurs. Meetings are from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at various restaurants in Olde Town Arvada. A $5 fee is collected from each attendee, which is then donated to a local charity at the end of each quarter. The 4th Quarter Charity is the Dan Peak Foundation who assists families in need. For information, call Micki Carwin at 303-997-9098. enTRepReneuRs club The Lakewood Chapter Lutheran Entrepreneurs meets 8-9 a.m. on third Wednesdays at the Bethlehem Chapel Coffee House, located in the medical office building just south of Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 2100 Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood. The chapter coordinator is Denise Rolfsmeier. For more information, call 720-379-5889 or email cpa@rolfsmeier.com. Music TeacheRs Association Suburban Northwest meets from 9:30 a.m. to noon the first Wednesday of the month at Community in Christ Church, 12229 W. 80th Ave., Arvada. Meetings are open to the public and include refreshments, business meeting and program featuring music teaching professionals from around the state lecturing on the latest teaching developments. woMen neTwoRking Women’s Business Group Wednesday morning networking group in Arvada has openings for women who can commit to a weekly morning meeting. Limited to one business per category. Call for available openings, 303438-6783, or go online to info@OurConnection.org. pRoFessional woMen NW Metro Business and Professional Women meets the first Wednesday of each month from September to May. Our mission is to achieve equity for all women in the workplace through advocacy, education and information. Call Marcia at 303-827-3283 to RSVP. ThuRsdays
business spiRiTualiTy Business Honoring Spirituality meets 7-9 a.m. every Thursday at the Community Center of Mile Hi Church, 9079 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood. Meetings include networking, a brief meditation by a licensed practitioner, guest speaker and breakfast. For additional information, visit www. bhsmilehi.org or call Patty Whitelock at 303-274-0933. coMMuniTy coFFee Join Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp on the fourth Thursday of each month to talk about issues that are important to you. Community Coffee will be from 7-8 a.m. at La Dolce Vita, Ice Cream Room, 5756 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada; and from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Panera Bread, 10450 Town Center Drive, Westminster. invesToRs’ MeeTings The Rocky Mountain Inventors
Association meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. the fourth Thursday of every month (excluding November and December) at Vesta Technology, 13050 W. 43rd Drive, Suite 300, Golden. Presentations in marketing, manufacturing, engineering, finance, business and legal, followed by networking. Go online to www.rminventor. org for details.
saTuRdays conscious cReaTion Explore holistic health resources at the Conscious Creation Fair from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. the third Saturday of each month at the Clements Community Center, 1580 Yarrow St. in Lakewood. Learn from holistic-health practitioners and get information about products, services and alternative/complementary therapies through learning-lab presentations. Admission fee applies; for more information, contact Cheryl Roach at 303-885-8584 or go online to www. consciouscreationfair.com. ongoing /educaTion discussion gRoups Covenant Village hosts Wednesdays
at 2 p.m. This series of monthly events features expert speakers on a wide variety of educational and entertaining topics. Please plan to attend one, several or all of our programs, held at 9153 Yarrow St. in Westminster. Admission is free, but seating is limited. Call 303-403-2205 for driving directions and to reserve your place. Come early for refreshments; fellowship lectures begin at 2 p.m. To learn more about the residency options and lifestyle at Covenant Village of Colorado, call us at 303-4244828.
esl classes — Covenant Presbyterian Church, 6100 W.
44th St. in Wheat Ridge, is sponsoring a free series of English as a Second Language classes for adults 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday nights. These classes will emphasize a conversational method of instruction. Beginner through advanced classes are offered. You may register on any Thursday night. For directions or more information, call the church at 410-442-5800 or go to our website at www.cpcwheatridge.org.
ongoing /Fine arts and entertainment concoRdia luTheRan Church Choir meets at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The choir assists in Concordia’s traditional worship service three out of four Sundays per month. The church is at 13371 W. Alameda Parkway in Lakewood (the church nestled close to Green Mountain). If you have a desire to sing and are
interested in joining, please contact Joan at joan@concordialcms.org or 303-989-5260.
dance club — Blue Nova Dance Club meets 2:30-4:30 p.m.
on the first and third Sundays every month at the Wheat Ridge Grange, 3850 High Court in Wheat Ridge. For more information or dance lessons, contact Dave at 303-578-6588 or email BlueNova.RoundDanceClub@gmail.com.
Music peRFoRMances Patrice LeBlanc performs on keyboard and vocals 6-9 p.m. every Friday and Saturday at Purple Ginger Asian Fusion Restaurant, 2610 Youngfield St. Call 303-237-1133 for more information. singeRs needed The Troubadours Choir is looking for a director and new members. This is a volunteer choir, comprised mostly of seniors. The Troubadours meet at 9 a.m. every Friday at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 45th and Wadsworth. For more information, call Gary at 303-477-1380. syMphony audiTions The Lakewood Symphony is holding auditions for concertmaster (includes an honorarium), principal viola (includes an honorarium) and all section strings. Also, we are auditioning for subs in other sections. Rehearsals are 7:30-10 p.m. Tuesdays, September through May, at Green Mountain United Methodist Church; concerts are at the Lakewood Cultural Center. Call 303-980-0400 for requirements, appointment and further information. weekly Music Jazz @ the Creek is every first Wednesday of the month at Living Water Unity, 59th and Vance in Olde Town Arvada. Shows start at 7:30 p.m. Come listen to an hour of great jazz. For more information, call 720-935-4000 or email livingwaterunity@comcast.net.
ongoing /healThcaRe booT caMp Get out of the gym and get results. Front Range Boot Camp provides dynamic, unique and results-driven fullbody workouts exclusively for women. All ages, sizes and fitness levels will succeed. Revamp your fitness routine by getting out of your routine. Indoor location is just behind Super Target at Kipling Street and 50th Avenue. Outdoor location is Skyline Park by Stenger soccer fields. Email Robyn@FrontRangeBootCamp. com or go online to www.FrontRangeBootCamp.com. healTh gRoup A women’s health group with the motto “Your health, your life: Take charge” meets noon-1 p.m. Fridays at 9797 W. Colfax Ave, No. 3AA, in Lakewood. Learn about natural alternatives to health concerns. No charge to be part of this group. For more information, call Linda at 303-883-5473 or email lindagoesgreen@prodigy.net. hoMe caRe Always Best Care Denver West provides in-home care, skilled nursing and free senior community placement. Always Best Care provides every individual and family with well-trained personal care attendants and expert nursing support. We help families make informed decisions about senior care, and guide them through comprehensive solutions designed specifically for their unique situations. To learn more, go online to www.AlwaysBestCare.com/DenverWest or call 303-952-3060. Tai chi is now taught at Lakeview Wellness and Event Center 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and 2-3:30 p.m. Fridays. Call 303-989-
6300 or 303-730-0986 for cost information and reservations.
weighT loss — The EZ Weight-Loss Challenge 12-week program meets10-11 a.m. Tuesdays at Arvada Church of God, 7135 W. 68th Ave. Free coaching, metabolism test and nutrition information. Cash prizes awarded to the top three biggest achievers. For information on cost or to preregister, call Chris at 720-320-2394. yoga FoR Survivors Whether you’re a longtime cancer survivor, in treatment or a caregiver to a cancer survivor, Yoga for Cancer Survivors & Caregivers is a great way to live more comfortably in your own body. Benefits include decreased stress and pain, improved sleep and energy, improved lymphatic flow, reduced nausea and a greater sense of well-being. Class led by Shari Turney, a registered yoga instructor with specialized training through Yoga for Survivors. Class offered 1:30-2:45 p.m. Sundays at Duncan Family YMCA, 6350 Eldridge St., Arvada. Contact Shari Turney at 720-319-3703 or szturney@mac.com before taking your first class to ensure a safe practice.
ongoing /RecReaTion, clubs and seRvices aa MeeTings There are more than 1,000 AA meetings in the Denver metro area every week. If you think you may have a problem with alcohol, come see us. Call 303-322-4440 for a meeting in your area, or visit the website at www.daccaa.org. buFFalo ToasTMasTeRs meets the first and third Wednesdays at 44 Union, Lakewood, at Golder and Associates, check in on the third floor. The meetings run from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Toastmasters is an international organization that is a fun and supportive environment to learn and practice public speaking skills.More information is available at www.buffalotoastmasters.org or www.toastmasters.org. All are welcome to attend our Wednesday meetings. cansuRvive is a support group for those who have experienced or are receiving cancer treatment. The meeting format is simple with an opening invocation followed by brief member introductions along with a check-in to see how attendees are doing. The discussion topic centers around healing and healing modalities, and may include a guest speaker or a guided-healing visualization. The free support group meets from 10 a.m. to noon on the fourth Saturday of every month at Mile High Church, 9079 West Alameda Ave., Lakewood. For more information or support do not hesitate to contact Lawrence Connors RScP at 303-910-3473 or Lawrence-RScP@msn.com. coluMbine #96 Rainbow Girls meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at the Golden Lodge, 400 Tenth St. in Golden. Youth activities for girls ages 10-19. Contact Eve at etrengove@comcast.net or 303-424-0134. dog TRaineR program Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue is offering a “Become a Dog Trainer” program in Arvada and Denver. The licensed nonprofit organization rescues, rehabilitates and re-homes dogs at risk, regardless of breed or mix, behavior or medical issue, or amount of time needed. The dog trainer program includes puppy, basic obedience and behavior solutions. Email mishamayfoundation@gmail.com or call 303-239-0382 for an application or more information.
NOTICE OF ELECTION City of Arvada
8101 Ralston Road Arvada, CO 80002 Type of Election: Municipal Election Election Date: November 5, 2013 Voting Hours: 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that the City of Arvada will conduct a Municipal Election as part of a countywide election on Tuesday, November 5, 2013. The election will be a mail ballot election for all Arvada residents. Voters can choose to mail-in their ballot; drop their ballot off at a Voter Service & Polling Center or drop-off location; or vote in-person at a Voter Service & Polling Center in either Jefferson or Adams counties. Locations for the Voter Service & Polling Centers, as well as the drop-off locations can be found at the counties’ websites listed below. Ballots must be received by 7:00 p.m. on Election Day, November 5, 2013.
The ballot will appear substantially as follows:
All registered voters in the City of Arvada will be voting on the following:
COUNCILMEMBER AT-LARGE – FOUR YEAR TERM – VOTE FOR ONE Ascenzo Di Giacomo Don Allard
City Council candidates: Councilmember-at-Large
COUNCILMEMBER DISTRICT 1– FOUR YEAR TERM – VOTE FOR ONE Rachel Zenzinger
Registered voters in District 1 will also be voting for: District 1 Councilmember
COUNCILMEMBER DISTRICT 3– FOUR YEAR TERM – VOTE FOR ONE Ted Terranova John Marriott Justin Vicory
Registered voters in District 3 will also be voting for: District 3 Councilmember
GENERAL INFORMATION
If you are a registered voter in Jefferson County or Adams County, a ballot will automatically be mailed to you at the address where you are registered to vote. Ballots must be mailed by the County Clerks sometime between the dates of October 15 – October 18. If you have questions regarding the status of your voter registration, please call either the Jefferson County Elections Office at 303-271-8111 or the Adams County Elections Office at 720-523-6500. General election information is also available on Jefferson County’s website at www.jeffco.us or Adams County’s website at www.co.adams.co.us. You can access information on those web sites regarding places to deposit your ballot, how to obtain an absentee ballot, requesting a replacement ballot, and other election information.
For general questions regarding the City of Arvada’s election, please call the Arvada City Clerk’s Office at 720-898-7550.
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Legacy wide receiver Drew Hebel, 22, pushes through the crowd in a game against Pomona Oct. 4 at North Stadium. Photo by Kate Ferraro
panthers football pound Legacy Lightning unable to complete second half comeback By Kate Ferraro
kferraro@ourcoloradonews.com It seemed that nothing could go right for Legacy against the No. 8 Pomona during a late rally in the fourth quarter. On its homecoming night Oct. 4 at North Stadium, the Lightning was missing its leading running back Jared Camerlo and a few of its key linemen who could have been valuable in a 35-21 loss to the Panthers. “It was frustrating because we knew we were going to come out and play pretty well,” Legacy head coach Wayne Voorhees said.
“They’re big and strong up front, and we just weren’t able to match up very well.” Legacy’s night began on the wrong foot when kicker Hunter Rainwater missed a 20-yard field goal three minutes into the first quarter. After Pomona fumbled the ball 30 seconds later, the Lightning recovered and marched down field that ended in a fiveyard touchdown run by quarterback Matt Lynch, guiding his team a 7-0 lead. Legacy didn’t lead for very long since Pomona running back Chris Marquez ran for 36 yards to tie the score at seven at the end of the first. “The biggest thing is we just couldn’t see him,” Voorhees said of Marquez. “They have a big strong offensive line, he finds a seam in there and he’s quick, and obviously we didn’t stop him very well.” The Panthers scored twice more in the second quarter; one touchdown hap-
pening after defensive back Jack Sale intercepted one of Lynch’s passes. Pomona eventually scored with 42.7 seconds left in the half, leading 21-7 at halftime. Marquez opened up the second half with a four-yard touchdown run, increasing the score to 28-7. Legacy senior Trent Johnson answered back quickly when he caught a two-yard pass from Lynch, making the score 28-14. Things started looking up for the Lightning when linebacker Kaleb Martin caught an interception three minutes into the fourth quarter on Pomona’s 21-yard-line. The late rally continued when wide receiver Michael Straface caught a 15-yard touchdown pass from Lynch, tightening the score to 28-21. “I thought he played pretty well,” Voorhees said of Lynch’s performance. “He played very poise and he found his receivers, trusted his protection and he ran the ball hard when he could pull it. I’m
proud of his effort today.” Legacy’s attempted comeback came to a halt when Panthers’ running back Lukas Russell scored the final touchdown of the match with 54 seconds left. The Lightning were unable to muster up any more points the rest of the night. Marquez ended the night with 32 carries for 269 yards. Lynch carried the ball 16 times for 64 yards. The loss worsened Legacy’s record to 2-4 overall, 0-2 in league. The school will play an undefeated Fairview team Oct. 10 at North Stadium. “We know what our game plan is going to be, and we just have to come out and execute it,” Voorhees said. “Our defense is going to have to change a few things to stop the pass, because we know they’re going to throw it a little bit. Offensively, we have to play keep away. Hopefully, we can match what we did offensively and keep them off the field.”
Ralston Valley 5A, D’Evelyn 4A to represent Jeffco at state tourney Jeffco proves again to be a force in high school tennis By Daniel Williams
dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com ARVADA - Jeffco tennis proved to be a force this season as it produced state qualifiers from all corners of the county. Ralston Valley led the way for 5A Jeffco as it qualified four of its teams for the state tournament. In 4A Jeffco, D’Evelyn stole the show and will feature five of its teams in the state tourney. “We have a really good team this year. Our program is on the rise,” Ralston Valley coach Tom Russ said. “We had a lot of new kids come out this year and we have added a lot of depth.” Qualifying for the state tournament is a feat in itself, let alone making a run in the state tournament. Many really good tennis players do not make it to state because of a rough region or a tough draw in the regional bracket. But the way these region sets up only the elite high school tennis players in the state qualify for the chance to play in the state tournament. “Jeffco tennis is underrated I would say. There are a lot
of really great tennis players in our areas, we see it every year,” Russ said. The state tournament starts Thursday at Gates Tennis Center and goes through Saturday. Jeffco state qualifiers include: 5A No. 1 singles; Ben Yoshida (Lakewood), Chandler Erickson (Ralston Valley) and Adam Rivera (Dakota Ridge). 5A No. 2 singles; Ram Vuppaladadiyam (Lakewood), Brian Ross (Chatfield) and Andy Wright (Columbine). 5A No. 1 doubles; Rane Hornecker and Bryn Finne Frock (Ralston Valley), and Sam Meyer and John Simpson (Chatfield). 5A No. 2 doubles; Johno Hawkinson and Casey Hawkinson (Ralston Valley), and Austin Stutz and Chase Adams (Chatfield). 5A No. 4 doubles; Jon Gillespie and Ben Gillespie (Ralston Valley), and Eric Draper and Troy Jackson (Lakewood). 4A No. 3 singles; Matthew Jordan (D’Evelyn). 4A No. 1 doubles; Caleb Rold and Kevin Kalkus (D’Evelyn). 4A No. 2 doubles; Dustin Etheridge and AJ Jordan (D’Evelyn). 4A No. 3 doubles; Spencer McKay and Ellis Murray (D’Evelyn). 4A No. 3 doubles; Nik Geshwitner and Brad Meier (D’Evelyn).
Alameda No. 3 singles Huy Nguyen unloads on a backhand during a regional match at Pinehurst. Photo by Daniel Williams
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Bear Creek survives Lakewood in gridiron competition Wheat Ridge wins big; Faith Christian RB scores five TDs By Daniel Williams
d w i l l i a m s @ o u rc o l o ra donews.com Bear Creek outlasted a tough-luck Lakewood team beating the Tigers 28-21 Friday at Jeffco Stadium. Lakewood senior Casey Nichols scored three rushing touchdowns but he needed one more and Bear Creek stopped its skid. After dropping three straight games the Bears got back to .500 beating a Lakewood team that had also lost three consecutive games. The loss was the Tigers fourth this season by 10 points or less. Lakewood has only one win this season but they could also easily be 3-3 and even 4-2 if the
ball had bounced its way on a couple different occasions. Lakewood (1-5, 0-2) will host Arapahoe Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Jeffco Stadium. Bear Creek (3-3, 1-1) will play Chatfield Thursday at 7 p.m. at Trailblazer Stadium. Wheat Ridge: The Farmers plowed John F. Kennedy 52-0 Thursday at Trailblazer Stadium. Wheat Ridge has now been a part of three straight shutouts, this time again on the positive side. Last week the Farmers were shutout by Montebello 20-0 in a meeting between two of the top five teams in the state. Wheat Ridge (4-2, 2-0) will be tested again when they play Denver South, the team that knocked them out of the playoffs last season, Friday at 4 p.m. at Jeffco Stadium. Arvada West: The Wildcats continue to struggle
to find consistency falling to Fairview 41-21 Friday at Recht Field. After shutting out Legacy 24-0 the previous week, AWest couldn’t keep up with Fairview who pulled away in the second half. But to give the Wildcats a little credit, no team has been able to keep up with Fairview who is a perfect 5-0 on the season. A-West (3-3, 1-1) will play Boulder Friday at Recht Field at 7 p.m. D’Evelyn: After three straight huge offensive outbursts the power went out for the Jaguars in their 3319 loss to Conifer Friday at Trailblazer Stadium. The anticipated 3A Metro matchup went to Conifer but D’Evelyn is still in the mix for a league title as both teams are tied for second in their league with 2-1 records. Both teams are now looking up to Evergreen who is
2-0 in league play. D’Evelyn will try to regain the form that delivered them scoring efforts of 40, 55 and 42 over the previous three weeks. The Jaguars (5-2, 2-1) will play Evergreen for first place Saturday at 11 a.m. at Trailblazer Stadium. Faith Christian: The Eagles soared over another opponent shutting out The Pinnacle 63-0 Saturday at The Pinnacle High School. Junior running back Daniel Langewisch scored an incredible five rushing touchdowns on just 12 total carries. But again it is Faith Christian’s defense that has been impressive not only on Saturday but the entire season. The shutout for the Eagles is the third in four games. Faith Christian (5-2, 2-0) will host Bishop Machebeuf Friday at 7 p.m. Golden: The Demons struggles continued as
Ralston Valley volleyball thinking pink Mustangs to honor longtime coach Lisa Nelson By Daniel Williams
dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com ARVADA - “Think Pink” has become a movement. Keeping it moving is the Ralston Valley volleyball team who will promote cancer awareness when they face rival Arvada West Wednesday at Ralston Valley High School. But this year’s “Think Pink” is much more meaningful for the Mustangs. Last season the team lost its head coach Lisa Nelson who passed away after a hard-fought battle with cancer. So amongst multiple activities, Nelson will be honored by the volleyball team and the school. Nelson, the longtime coach of the Mustangs, was beloved in the community and her memory is still very strong at Ralston Valley. The school already honored Nelson by dedicating the volleyball court to her at the beginning of
the season. While “Think Pink” officially recognizes breast cancer, the Mustangs have changed it to recognize all cancer awareness. Draped in pink, cancer survivors, fighters and all of those in memory will all be recognized at the event. In addition, there will be a Chinese auction and everyone will have the opportunity to purchase a “Think Pink” T-shirt for $10 dollars. And if all that wasn’t enough a very important league game between the Mustangs and the Wildcats will take place as well. Ralston Valley (9-4, 4-1) is fighting for a 5A Jeffco league title sitting just one game behind Lakewood for first place in the standings. The Mustangs have won four straight games for the second time this season and will meet Lakewood next week in what could be for the league championship. A-West (8-7, 2-3) is no longer in the mix for a league title but they would love to play spoiler to Ralston Valley. The Arvada Press has covered the game and event but could not get the story and photos in this week’s edition. Look out next week for full coverage.
Prep sports Scoreboard ARVADA HIGH SCHOOL Boys Soccer Arvada 0, Golden 3 Golden scores three second-half goals for a 3-0 victory over Arvada. Juniors Philip Katzman and Mark Seaholm and senior Jack Breer all scored one goal each for the Demons.
ARVADA WEST HIGH SCHOOL Football Arvada West 21, Fairview 41 Arvada West lost to Fairview 41-21. Fairview quarterback Anders Hill completed 19 passes for 304 yards.
Volleyball Arvada West 3, Pomona 1 Fantastic cross-city rivalry game between the Panthers and the Wildcats. Each set was close and well fought. Arvada West won 25-23, 21-25, 25-20 and 25-20. Sophomore Kayla Sanchez and Natalie Santangelo each had 12 kills. Arvada West 0, Chatfield 3 Arvada West lost 25-13, 25-15 and 25-14 to Chatfield. Senior Lindsey Swenson and Santangelo led the team with 10 digs.
to 4-2 overall, 1-1 in league.
FAITH CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Football Faith Christian 63, Pinnacle 0 Junior running back Daniel Langewisch scored five touchdowns to guide his team to a 63-0 shutout win over Pinnacle. Faith Christian scored 28 points just in the second quarter alone. This is the third shutout for the Eagles.
Volleyball Ralston Valley 3, Columbine 2 The Ralston Valley Mustangs overcame an errorprone performance to survive a scrappy Columbine team. The final scores were 25-19, 19-25, 18-25, 25-16, 15-12. The Mustangs are now 3-1 in league play. Simone Gibeau and Ali Williams each had clutch kills in the last game to seal the victory.
UPCOMING GAMES
POMONA HIGH SCHOOL
Boys Soccer
Football
TUESDAY (Oct. 15) 6 p.m. - Arvada vs. Alameda @ Lakewood Memorial Field
Pomona 35, Legacy 21 Legacy’s second-half rally ended in the fourth quarter when Pomona scored with just seconds left in the game for a 35-21 win. Quarterback Matt Lynch threw 15 completions for 170 yards. He also scored a touchdown for the Lightning.
RALSTON VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Football Ralston Valley 47, Boulder 7 After two previous losses, Ralston Valley came back and beat Boulder 47-7, improving their record
Football FRIDAY 7 p.m. - Arvada West vs. Boulder @ Recht Field 7 p.m. - Faith Christian vs. Bishop Machebeuf 7:30 p.m. - Pomona @ Ralston Valley
Volleyball FRIDAY 6:30 p.m. - Ralston Valley @ Pomona WEDNESDAY 6 p.m. - Ralston Valley @ Lakewood 6:30 p.m. - Arvada West @ Dakota Ridge
PREP SPORTS SCOREBOARD Would you like to see your team on the board? Contact sports reporter Kate Ferraro at 303-566-4137 or kferraro@ourcoloradonews. com. Or go to ourcoloradonews.com and click on the prep sports logo.
they were beaten up by last year’s state champion Monarch 55-0 Friday at North Area Athletic Complex. Still in search of its first victory of the season, Golden was no match for Monarch on Friday night. The very young Demons continue to experiment with different players at different positions and new head coach Jason Neely remains confident. Golden (0-6, 0-1) will host George Washington Thursday at 7 p.m. at NAAC. Pomona: The Panthers offense fuelled them in a 35-21 victory over Legacy Friday at North Stadium. Pomona scored 21 first half points and then held off a Legacy rally to win their fourth consecutive game.
The Panthers again are rounding into form and looking as good as any team in 5A football. Pomona (5-1, 2-0) will play rival Ralston Valley Friday at 7:30 p.m. at North Area Athletic Complex. Ralston Valley: The Mustangs got their swagger back with a 47-7 dismantling of Boulder Friday at North Area Athletic Complex. Ralston Valley had lost two of their previous three games trying to recapture the magic that made them one of the best teams in the state last season. The Mustangs (4-2, 1-1) could make a statement of they find a way to beat rival Pomona Friday at 7:30 p.m. at North Area Athletic Complex.
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Make fun books full of fall colors Before leaves fall from trees and are too crunchy to collect, make an identification book with young children. Collecting and exercising are good reasons for walks in the woods. For more science ideas see grandparentsteachtoo.org, wnmufm.org “Learning through the Seasons” pod casts and wnmufm Public Radio 90 live Tuesdays 4:30 and Saturdays at 8:35 am.
Materials:
Bag, leaves, white glue, thick paper, and string
What to Do:
A walk is a perfect time to combine science, reading, and quiet discussion to build vocabulary. Very young children can collect and sort leaves by size and color. Older children can collect and sort by
type. Explain leaves make food for plants by collecting water from the roots and carbon dioxide gas from people and animals. With sunshine and a green chemical called chlorophyll leaves make sugar to feed the tree. This is called photosynthesis. As children collect, explain red and other colors are in leaves all year around, but the green chlorophyll covers them up. In fall
there is less daylight so the leaves cannot make as much food. The leaves start shutting down and dying. Finally the leaves fall. Teach children the names and characteristics of leaves. How does a maple leaf look different from an oak or pine? Point out that oak tree seeds are acorns and maple seeds twirl around like helicopters. White pine trees conveniently have five needles or leaves like letters in their name. Red pines have two needles. Look around for cones and examine seeds tucked inside. Most evergreen trees lose some of their needles and grow new ones.
What Else Can We Do?
Pull a leaf out of the collection bag. Can children find one that matches? Talk about the characteristics.
Put two different leaves together. Children can take pictures of leaves with a camera or phone for a short family presentation about a walk in the woods. At home place the leaves under heavy books or place leaves in a magazine with something heavy on top to press for a day. The next day use a brush to paint the leaves with white glue on both sides and glue them on heavy paper. Glue the seeds, too. Cones can be glued on a cover. When dry, print the tree name or have children say a sentence about the leaf. Punch a hole in each page and tie with yarn or gift ribbon. Place tape around the hole to reinforce it. Esther Macalady is a former teacher, lives in Golden and participates in the Grandparents Teach Too writing group.
‘Death of a Salesman’ at Denver Center Theatre Company The Denver Center Theatre Company’s production of the Arthur Miller classic, “Death of a Salesman,“ is superb. Though it is certainly not a romp in the park, the heart-gripping story captured my attention from beginning to end. It is the tale of a man who refuses to take life on life’s terms. Salesman Willy Loman (Mike Hartman) continues to dream of making it big even though his career is slipping through his fingers. His wife Linda (Lauren Klein) is supportive and loving in spite of the fact that Willy is acting more erratic every day. The aging salesman tries to convince his two sons that if they follow his advice they will be successful. Family dynamics are the driving force in this riveting story. Linda ends up in the middle as she tries to ameliorate the ever-present tension. Watching this Pulitzer-and Tony-winning drama requires a concerted effort as Willy flips between the
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present and the fantasies in his whirling mind. His conversations with his long gone brother cause great consternation to his family. Be prepared for an intense but fulfilling trip to the theater. The Denver Center Theatre Company should be very proud. “Death of a Salesman” plays at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts through Oct. 20. For tix and info: visit www.denvercenter.org or call 303-893-4100.
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Once again, the Arvada Center is featuring the award-winning Creede Repertory Theatre in the center’s Black Box Theatre. “Around the World in 80 Days,” an absolute delight, plays through Oct. 27. The story moves at warp speed in spite of the fact that it is set in 1872. Members of the company are: John Arp (Detective Fix and others), Dustin Bronson (Phileas Fogg), Patrick Du Laney (“Quite a lot of characters”), Graham Ward (Passepartout and others) and Caitlin Wise (Aouda and others). When the notes say “and others” they are not fooling around. Though I don’t have an exact count, I suspect you’ll see some 30 different characters. It is great fun to see which persona you’ll see next. The acting is first-rate and, even though you know you’re seeing the same
people over and over, you’ll be convinced that it’s a cast of, well, 30. Phileas Fogg makes an outrageous bet with some of his chums from “the club.” Thus begins the mad dash fraught with strange people and even stranger obstacles. Through all the trials and tribulations, Phileas keeps his eyes glued on winning the wager. Producing a play of this magnitude in this small theatre requires the utmost in creativity and direction (Charlie Oates). I needed a night of light-hearted fun and some giggles and grins and that is exactly what I got. Do go see it! For tix and info: visit arvadacenter.org or call 720-898-7200. Until next time, I’ll see you around town. Columnist Harriet Hunter Ford may be reached at hhunterford@msn.com.
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A tractor motors past corn fields recently near Eaton in Weld County, which has been the epicenter of a movement to form a 51st state from 10 northeastern Colorado counties. Photos by I-NEWS AT ROCKY MOUNTAIN PBS
Costs uncertain in 51st-state plan Secession might leave urban areas better off By Burt Hubbard
I-News at Rocky Mountain PBS Colorado could stand to benefit financially and would see some improvement in the educational and economic standings of its remaining citizens if 10 northeastern counties should make good on their threat to secede and carve out a new state of North Colorado. By those measures, Colorado’s attitude might be: Have fun out there, new state! But what’s left of Colorado would also lose half of its lucrative oil wells, much of its prime farmland and some of the lowest crime areas in the state. By those measures, Colorado’s attitude might be: Can’t we just all get along? In addition to the 10 northeast Colorado counties that have a secession vote on November’s ballot, Moffat County in far northwest Colorado also will vote on whether to leave. But Moffat apparently wants to become Baja Wyoming. I-News at Rocky Mountain PBS analyzed census, budget, crime and voter records to develop profiles of a new 51st state and a truncated Colorado. Suffice it to say, Colorado would no longer be considered a square state. And, of course, neither would Wyoming, with its new Moffat County panhandle. Residents of the 11 counties will decide next month whether to start the fraughtwith-difficulty political journey to leave Colorado and, in the case of the northeast counties, become a new state. West Virginia was the last state to manage such a separation, in 1863, during the Civil War, a move validated solely by a proclamation from President Lincoln, according to a state website. It isn’t that easy today. One impediment: Colorado and both house of the U.S. Congress would have to agree. But proponents of secession said rural Coloradans are tired of having unpopular laws like stronger gun control and mandatory alternative energy standards forced on them by a Front Range-dominated state Legislature. “What has happened is the urbanization of America has disenfranchised the rural population,” said Jeffrey Hare, one of the organizers of the 51st State Initiative.
Bills caused anger
John Straayer, political science professor at Colorado State University, said bills
from the last legislative session appear to have aroused animosity toward the legislature. “In terms of the immediate trigger, guns and probably SB 252 (requiring use of alternative energy resources),” Straayer said. “They allege that it is more than that, not being treated properly by the Legislature on a variety of issues for a long time.” The eventual exodus, if the constitutional minefield could be navigated, would create a North Colorado of about 336,000 people, supplanting Wyoming as the least populous state in the U.S. It would leave Colorado with about 4.7 million residents, dropping it to the 23rd most populous state behind Alabama. One of the key questions is the financial viability of a new state and its impact on the remainder of Colorado. Financially, state government in Colorado would probably come out ahead if the 11 counties left, according to I-News estimates of how much revenue the state receives from the counties compared to expenditures there. The counties generate between $360 million and $400 million yearly for the state in sales tax, state income tax and the state’s share of vehicle registration fees. That accounts for about three-fourths of the revenue Colorado receives from those counties each year from taxes and fees. Extrapolating forward, that would be the equivalent of between $500 million and $560 million in revenue lost to the state from the 11 counties. On the other side of the ledger, the state spends about $520 million in the 11 counties for K-12 school funding, incarcerating criminals from the counties, providing Medicaid, running the courts and the state’s share of running one university and three community colleges. Those costs equal about 84 percent of the state’s overall general fund spending in the secession-voting counties. Extrapolating forward, that would come to total spending of about $620 million. Bottom line: Colorado spends between about $60 million and $120 million or more per year in the 11 counties than the revenue it receives. “There’s still a lot of (state) money coming back to these counties,” said Brian Lewandowski, economist with the Leeds Business School at the University of Colorado at Boulder. By comparison, a similar analysis of Denver showed the county provides more tax and fee revenue to the state than it gets back in state funding for programs. “You’ve got densely populated areas where there is a lot of wealth like Denver
County and Douglas County,” said Lewandowski.
Figures in dispute
However, advocates of secession disagree with the I-News analysis and point to their own report that shows the counties break even with state government on spending and revenue. The differences between the two analyses involved spending figures on K-12 education, revenue from the state income tax and severance taxes from oil and gas development. Gov. John Hickenlooper’s office had no comment on what financial impact the secession would have on Colorado. The I-News analysis did not examine how much money the counties currently receive directly from oil and gas operations. That’s money that would help run a new state. More than half of Colorado’s oil and gas wells would reside in the new state, mostly in Weld. “It’s pretty amazing the amount of dollars that it generates,” Lewandowsk said. Weld County alone gets 55 percent of its property tax revenue from exploration. That has resulted in a current $100 million county contingency fund and no debt, said Weld County Commissioner Sean Conway, a leading proponent of secession who previously was chief of staff to former U.S. Sen. Wayne Allard, R-Colo. During the recent flooding, the county was able to reopen its roads on its own. “We’ve done this on our own,” Conway said. “We haven’t got help from the state.” Not all politicians in Weld County want to secede. Tom Norton, the mayor of Greeley and former Republican president of the state Senate, wrote in a column in The Greeley Tribune last summer that, while some state decisions have hurt rural Colorado, collaboration with the state, not secession, is the solution. Demographically and politically, the two states — North Colorado and Colorado — would look quite different, the I-News analysis showed. North Colorado would be predominantly Republican, with the fifth highest ratio of Republicans to Democrats in the U.S. Meanwhile, Democrats in Colorado would outnumber Republicans for the first time in years. “We would have a red state and a blue state,” Straayer said.
Education disparity
The would-be exiting counties are generally poorer and less educated than the rest of Colorado, according to Census data.
College education levels in North Colorado would be on par with those of Tennessee and Oklahoma, while college graduation rates would rise in Colorado to the second highest in the nation. North Colorado would have among the lowest crime rates in the nation, ranking from fifth to 11th lowest among states for rape, robbery, burglary and car theft. Colorado’s overall crime rates would go up, with motor vehicle theft rates almost three times higher than those of the 51st state. North Colorado would have a higher percentage of families among its households, be younger on average and have a higher percentage of Latinos. In fact, the new state would have the sixth highest percentage of Hispanics in the U.S. But its black population would only be about 1 percent, the fifth lowest in the U.S. And then, of course, there are the issues of marijuana and tornadoes. Legal pot would stop at old Colorado’s borders. About half of the state’s tornados touch down every year in the counties that would leave Colorado. Even if approved by the counties involved, secession would appear to remain a long shot, as it would require both Colorado and federal approval. State ratification could come in a citizens’ initiative — such as the one that legalized recreational marijuana — in a referred ballot measure from the legislature, or in an act of the legislature, said Richard Collins, professor at the University of Colorado School of Law. If that happened, it would then need approval by both houses of Congress. In the meantime, the effort has drawn national publicity and its share of political quips. Last month, when Hickenlooper was looking at flood damage in Julesburg, which would be part of the new state, he assured officials there that all Colorado would be working together to overcome the disaster, before quipping, “then you all can get back to seceding.” And Conway could not resist a dig at his two least favorite counties when talking about interest in secession being voiced elsewhere — including in some counties not involved in the current effort. “When we’re done, we might be voting Denver and Boulder off the island.” I-News is the public service journalism arm of Rocky Mountain PBS and collaborates with news outlets across Colorado. To read more, go to inewsnetwork.org. Contact senior reporter Burt Hubbard at bhubbard@ inewsnetwork.org.
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