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‘Sully’ talks about lessons he ‘dares not forget’ Famed ‘miracle on the Hudson’ pilot brings life lessons to celebration of airport’s 50-year history

ABOUT THE AIRPORT Centennial Airport is a general-aviation airport, which means it features flight training and medical evacuation, corporate charter, small cargo and recreational flights, among other uses — but commercial-airline flights, like those on United or Southwest airlines, for example, are not part of the mix.

BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

It took a lifetime of education and experience to prepare the pilot on US Airways Flight 1549 to make an emergency landing safely in New York’s Hudson River, as he told it — and he brought those life lessons to a celebration of Centennial Airport’s 50th anniversary at the Denver Tech Center. “These important civic virtues have just gotten lost in the noise,” said Capt. Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger, a renowned pilot who rose to prominence as an aviation and safety expert after his famed landing in 2009 that saved 155 lives. He learned his values, partly, at the United States Air Force Academy, which he attended in the early 1970s. “We in aviation have learned lessons (that were) paid for in blood, and we dare not forget,” Sullenberger said. His address headlined the luncheon May 25 at the Denver Marriott Tech Center, 4900 S. Syracuse St., Denver. Sullenberger, who flew into the thenArapahoe County Airport a few times during his four years at the Air Force Academy, talked about the decline of civic values in modern life, the lessons that prepare pilots to avert disaster and even the state of truth in society. “When we make big decisions, we must make them based on facts, not fears or big lies — even if they’re said loudly,” said Sullenberger, who stressed the importance of learning from experience. On Jan. 15, 2009, Sullenberger lost thrust in both engines on Flight 1549 and led his crew to safely execute an emergency water landing on the Hudson River. The crisis came to be known as the “miracle on the Hudson” and inspired the 2016 motion picture “Sully,” in which Tom Hanks portrayed Sullenberger. In the wake of the historic land-

It opened May 12, 1968, as Arapahoe County Airport and is owned and operated by the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority, a governmental body. It is not located in the city of Centennial, which was formed long after the airport in 2001 — the airport changed its name to “Centennial” in 1984.

The airport sits at 7800 S. Peoria St., just south of East Arapahoe Road and southeast of the Topgolf entertainment complex, near the middle of Centennial. Capt. Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger speaks at Centennial Airport’s 50th anniversary luncheon May 25 at the Denver Marriott Tech Center hotel at 4900 S. Syracuse St. in Denver. Sullenberger talked about the life lessons that prepared him for the famed “miracle on the Hudson” water landing of US Airways Flight 1549. ELLIS ARNOLD ing, Sullenberger garnered several accolades — becoming an “aviation and safety expert” for CBS News and one of the 2009 TIME 100 most influential people in the world — but he emphasized the efforts of his crew in the event. “Like much in life, aviation is a team sport, but I’m the one who got all the credit,” Sullenberger said. His co-pilot and flight attendants acted instinctually to control the emergency too, he said. In the “challenge of a lifetime,” which lasted only a handful of minutes, Sullenberger couldn’t rely on training alone — he hadn’t trained for a flock of geese colliding with the plane’s engines at such low altitude. “I synthesized a lifetime of education and experience and imposed that paradigm,” Sullenberger said, bringing “order to what could have been chaos.” He had to rely on instinct to judge that landing on water was the right choice and how to adjust the nose of the plane — a critical, precise task — to avoid hitting the water too dangerously. Sullenberger and his

co-pilot knew they did everything they could to try to avert disaster — and it worked. In the aftermath, Sullenberger heard from colleagues, who weren’t surprised by the successful landing. “Because of the way they saw me living my life before,” Sullenberger said, they had confidence in him to execute such a feat. His reputation was built day by day, and “in every encounter with a person, there is opportunity,” he added. Personal accountability, Sullenberger said, is “part and parcel” of the aviation field. Former pilots, Arapahoe County and City of Centennial officials, and hundreds of others attended the event. Centennial Airport’s director also thanked personnel from Denver International Airport, or “the other airport,” he said, to laughs from the audience. The director, Robert Olislagers, announced Centennial Airport will add a new administrative building called The Hangar, which will also function as an aviation-community center with features like open houses with flight schools. The facility is expected to be

It sits mostly in unincorporated Arapahoe County but extends south into Douglas County, and it’s one of the busiest generalaviation airports in the country. completed in late 2019, he said. Olislagers pointed out the Centennial Airport Foundation’s support to local STEM education and programs, particularly with an emphasis on aviation and aerospace. All proceeds from ticket sales to the May 25 luncheon will go toward funding future scholarships. Centennial’s mayor and members of its city council attended too. Before the event began, Councilmember Ron Weidmann called the airport “a jewel that needs to be protected.” Said Mayor Stephanie Piko: “We all recognize the importance of Centennial Airport to our economy and the region.” On the more personal side, Sullenberger zeroed in on the character he built during a life of aviation. One of his role models, he said, “didn’t need a poster on the wall or a T-shirt emblazoned with a slogan” to show who he was. Sullenberger said a time comes when people ask themselves if they lived up to their values. “Did you speak up when it mattered?” Sullenberger said. “I hope your answer will be yes.”

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Arapahoe grads look ahead to bright future BY DAVID GILBERT DGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Rafael Diner told the class of 2018 that he was proud to be graduating alongside them, after leaving behind much of his family in Mexico. PHOTOS BY DAVID GILBERT

ith many students draped in honors sashes, the Arapahoe High School class of 2018 stepped into adult life on May 24 with high prospects. The class snagged a cumulative $23 million in scholarships, said Principal Natalie Pramenko. Many students are headed to prestigious colleges, including Griffin Hampton, who will head to the Colorado School of Mines this fall on a Boettcher Scholarship. The journey to graduation will live on in the class’ memories, said opening speaker Rafael Diner, who spoke of leaving behind his family in Mexico to study in the United States. “We won’t measure our time together in periods or semesters, but in the time we spent with each other,” Diner said. Looking forward was exciting for Lauren Whittemore, who plans to go on a vacation to California with her friends this summer before heading to Colorado State University in the fall. “I’m ready for the next step, and glad to have a chance to make more memories with my friends before we go our separate ways,” Whittemore said as she filed out of the Littleton Public Schools stadium in the heat. “Right now, though, I’m just hungry.”

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Annin Soldier Wolf, a member of the Northern Arapaho Nation, was one of several Arapaho tribal elders who thanked the school for its connection with the tribe.

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Littleton High seniors get warm send-off BY SCOTT GILBERT SGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

joyous crowd under glorious sunshine cheered the Littleton High School Class of 2018 on May 25 as the seniors became graduates and launched the next steps of their life journeys. The sense of camaraderie among graduates felt palpable, in keeping with the words of Sarah Elizabeth Payson, student body president: “To the Class of 2018 — thank you for being a phenomenal class the last four years.” Valedictorian Reganne Layne Fornstrom exhorted her classmates: “Go experience and create more moments and find your own extraordinary path.” Principal Amy Oaks recounted a recent news story about Greeley West High School teacher Brian Holmes, who was taking students for an end-of-the-school-year ice cream treat when he plunged into a pond — cell phone and wallet in his pockets — to save a young girl from drowning. Oaks said that Littleton High School teachers, administrators and students would have done the same thing, and specifically told students: “You would have gone in that lake with your cell phone — which would be a good thing.” “Jump in that lake — be that hero,” Oaks said. “I am so proud to be your principal.”

Littleton High School Class of 2018 valedictorian Reganne Layne Fornstrom addresses her classmates during the May 25 commencement at Littleton Public Schools Stadium. PHOTOS BY SCOTT GILBERT

Graduating seniors soak up the sunshine of a cloudless Colorado day as they listen to speakers at the Littleton High School 2018 commencement. Band members perform “Pomp and Circumstance” as graduating seniors file to their seats at the beginning of the 2018 Littleton High School commencement ceremony.

Graduating seniors in a sea of purple robes receive their diplomas at the 2018 Littleton High School commencement ceremony.

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‘We are Creek’ Class of 2018

BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Spanish-speaking student who worked 30 hours a week to enable himself to attend college. A DACA — or undocumented — student who thanked her parents and teachers in a speech through tears. A first-generation high-school graduate with a family member who was on the verge of deportation. And a student who simply said he learned to be a role model. Those were the faces on stage at Cherry Creek High School’s graduation ceremony who delivered an address titled “We Are Creek.” A graduating class of more than 800 — and a crowd of even more — cheered them on at the school’s athletic stadium on campus May 23. That senior class would “go down in history” as Cherry Creek High’s best, Principal Ryan Silva said on stage. The class

earned the highest composite score on the ACT test in the school’s 63-year history, included 26 National Merit Scholars, two Boettcher Scholars and two United States Presidential Scholars, Silva said. But students looked outward in their speeches, one noting the nation’s rash of mass shootings in recent history and other world problems like climate change. “Unless someone like you cares a whole lot, nothing is going to get better — it’s not,” one said, quoting Dr. Seuss. Two other students, Cole Drew and Himanvi Kopuri, discussed the “butterfly effect,” the concept of a small action like the flap of a butterfly’s wings causing a large event like a storm. They praised the “butterflies” doing good deeds throughout their time as students but said people have the choice to be negative butterflies or positive ones. People have the power to create “tsunamis,” they said. The question is, they added, “What kind of tsunami do you want to start?”

Students toss their caps in the air at the end of Cherry Creek High School’s graduation ceremony May 23. Speakers said 834 students were in the graduating class. PHOTOS BY ELLIS ARNOLD

Stephen Sigman gives an address titled “The Best Medicine” on the importance of humor at Cherry Creek High School’s graduation ceremony May 23.

A group of students performs Stevie Wonder’s “I Wish” at Cherry Creek High School’s graduation ceremony May 23. The number was one of four songs performed at the event.

A group of students performs Regina Spektor’s “Eet” at Cherry Creek High School’s graduation ceremony May 23. Yonghyeon Jonathan Kim performed Chopin’s “Polonaise in A-flat Major, Op. 53” before that, and another group of students performed “My Old School” by Steely Dan.

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Heritage grads strut their stuff on stage BY DAVID GILBERT DGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

cooperative cloud shaded the Heritage High School class of 2018 as they strutted, shimmied and danced across the stage for their diplomas at Littleton Public Schools stadium on May 23. “How many nearly-empty nesters do we have in the audience?” asked Littleton Public Schools Superintendent Brian Ewert, to cheers from the crowd in the stands. “Seal off your basements! Don’t let them back in!” Standing on the threshold of a new life was bittersweet for Hattie Poole, who gave a commencement address alongside classmate Ajay Davis. “I’ve worked toward this day for so long, but now I just want time to stand still,” Poole said. “Just one more meeting at the locker. But we don’t have any more moments.” The class of 2018 would be missed, said Heritage Principal Stacey Riendeau. “You have brought not flash, but substance,” Riendeau said.

A handler holds a bald eagle, Heritage High School’s mascot, aloft at the conclusion of “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the 2018 graduation. PHOTOS BY DAVID GILBERT

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City to start summer with funk, blues, safety lessons

CLUBS Editor’s note: Send new listings or changes to hharden@coloradocommunitymedia.com. Deadline is noon Wednesday a week before publication. Political Arapahoe County Republican Breakfast Club meets the first Wednesday of each month at Maggiano’s DTC, 7401 S. Clinton St., Englewood. Breakfast buffet opens at 6:45 a.m. and program lasts from 7:15-8:30 a.m. Contact Myron Spanier, 303-8772940; Mort Marks, 303-770-6147; Nathan Chambers, 303-804-0121; or Cliff Dodge, 303-909-7104.

Centennial Center Park will host Summer Kickoff Concert STAFF REPORT

The park that won local and national awards in its young, 6-year tenure is the place to catch food, drinks, two bands and safety demonstrations by South Metro Fire Rescue officials. Centennial’s Summer Kickoff Concert on June 9 at Centennial Center Park will feature the Denverbased Groove a Licious, a funk-soul band, and Chris Daniels and the Kings, a Denver-based blues band. The event at 13050 E. Peakview Ave. features those bands from 4-5:30 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., respectively, and features South Metro Fire giving summer-safety demos from 4-6 p.m. Family games and local vendors will also be on the scene. The event features lawn seating, so bring chairs and blankets. Alcohol may not be brought to any event in the park, but it will be sold at this event. Tents, canopies and oversized umbrellas are not allowed

Meet Mayor Piko, a weekly event that allows the residents of Centennial to connect and communicate with Centennial’s mayor, is from 10-11 a.m. every Tuesday at the Civic Center building, 13133 E. Arapahoe Road. Professional AAUW, American Association of University Women, Littleton-South Metro Branch, invites graduates who hold an associate or higher degree from an accredited institution to participate in activities that advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. For details on upcoming events and membership information contact 2president1719@ gmail.com. BNI Connections (www.thebniconnections. com) invites business owners to attend its meeting held each Tuesday, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 Ridgegate Circle. There is no charge to attend a meeting as a guest. Please visit www.thebniconnections.com or contact

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Jack Rafferty, 303-414-2363 or jrafferty@ hmbrown.com. Centennial Trusted Leads is a professional referral organization that meets for breakfast at The Egg & I, 6890 S. University, Centennial, the first and third Thursdays at 7:45 a.m. Call 303-972-4164 or visit www. trustedleads.com Dry Creek Sertoma is a women’s social and service organization that meets at 7:10 a.m. the first and third Wednesday of the month at Toast Restaurant in downtown Littleton. For information see our page on Facebook or email JEDougan@aol.com. Job Seekers group meets from 8-9:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Our Father Lutheran Church, 6335 S. Holly St., Centennial. Call 720-550-7430. League of Women Voters of Arapahoe and Douglas Counties encourages community members to participate in one of our three monthly meetings. Help us create a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge and the confidence to participate. Feel free to call or email Jo Ann Feder at 904-608-3932 or jolvs10s@gmail.com for details. Non-Practicing and Part Time Nurses Association meets from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month at the Southglenn Library, 6972 S. Vine St., Centennial. All nurses are invited to attend for medical presentations. Contact: Barbara Karford, 303-794-0354. SEE CLUBS, P27

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Colorado lawmakers seek reforms as prison costs rise Increase in drug convictions among factors driving expenses upward BY BRIAN EASON ASSOCIATED PRESS

A decade ago, faced with runaway costs and a growing prison population, Colorado lawmakers pushed the state Department of Corrections to transition more offenders out of prison and into halfway homes. Instead, the opposite happened. The state now uses communitybased corrections programs even less than it did. And while its inmate population declined, prison costs continue to rise. After years of prodding multiple administrations to reduce incarcerations and prison spending, state lawmakers this session took a tougher line with the department, holding up budget requests, passing bills aimed at accountability and setting benchmark targets for releasing more prisoners. The escalating political pressure comes at a critical juncture for the prison system, whose officials warn lawmakers they could run out of space to hold people as soon as next year. But after prior cries of alarm proved premature last summer, lawmakers are approaching the

latest projections with skepticism, and instead pushing forward with sweeping reforms aimed at forcing the department’s hand. “We can no longer give the Department of Corrections blank checks,” Rep. Leslie Herod, a Denver Democrat, recently told the House. “There must be transparency and accountability.” Colorado’s prison population rose steadily in the 1990s and 2000s, peaking in 2009 with about 23,200 inmates, according to state budget documents. Over the next seven years, the trend reversed, and the number of inmates fell more than 15 percent to a low of about 19,600 in 2016, even as the state added residents. But costs went the opposite direction: The state this year budgeted $865 million — a 10 percent jump from 2009, largely driven by rising health-care and personnel costs. And now that legislative and department analysts expect the state’s prison population to increase again, those costs are likely to keep climbing. The recent growth in inmates — due in part to a rise in drug convictions — sparked renewed discussions on how to control spending, aligning fiscal conservatives with criminal justice reform-minded lawmakers in both parties who want to see fewer people in jail. One way

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to achieve both goals is to transition more offenders to community corrections, which costs taxpayers less than half as much as keeping someone in prison. Lawmakers tried something similar before. In 2006, the Joint Budget Committee directed the Corrections Department to aim to put roughly 11 percent of its prison population in community corrections programs. Not only did it never hit that target, but utilization of community corrections has dropped to 6.3 percent from a high of 8.9 percent. So why will this attempt be any different? “When we tie targets and when we tie performance to budget, I think we’ll see different behavior by the department,” said Republican Rep. Cole Wist of Centennial, who served with Herod in a criminal justice working group. The department’s response has been much the same as it was then. The agency “does not have direct control over who comes in or who leaves the system,” spokesman Mark Fairbairn wrote in an email. Indeed, the department is just a small part of the overall criminal justice picture. At the state level, three different entities manage prisons, community corrections and paroles. And none of them has any control over the local district attorneys who charge people with crimes

in the first place. Another vexing problem: Even as lawmakers try to get people out of prison, offenders are increasingly rejecting referrals to communitybased programs. Some stay in prison to finish up a degree. Others see fellow inmates go through the program only to wind up back in prison because they find it too difficult. Still others cite the costs of entering community corrections programs: Such facilities charge offenders $17 a day to stay there; for those who can’t line up a job right away, that can add up to a daunting debt. A state Senate panel this year rejected an attempt to convene a longterm study, but a number of reform efforts passed both chambers. The Legislature budgeted $275,000 in next year’s community corrections budget to fund the first 10 days of residency for offenders. And it passed a measure requiring the various criminal justice entities to communicate with one another — as well as lawmakers and the governor — when the prisons approach full capacity. Lawmakers hope that will push each cog in the process to release people who are eligible to leave without compromising public safety. In the meantime, overcrowding SEE PRISON, P11

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Colorado business groups will urge tax hike for roads Getting public support could be heavy lift among wary voters BY BRIAN EASON ASSOCIATED PRESS

A coalition of business groups recently announced plans to ask Colorado voters this fall to raise sales taxes to pay for $6 billion in transportation projects. Their announcement officially puts into motion a campaign that’s been discussed by transportation advocates for more than a year since the state Legislature in 2017 rejected an

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could get worse before it gets better. District attorneys this year filed a record 47,998 felony cases, according to budget documents. A lot of it stems from a rise in drug use. Tougher laws also played a role — including one that took effect last year requiring anyone convicted of a felony DUI offense to spend time behind bars.

attempt to send voters a plan to raise sales taxes by a similar amount. With at least one competing transportation plan expected to appear on the November ballot — and another planned for next year — supporters of the measure face a steep climb to win over Colorado’s tax-averse voters. Organizers need more than 98,000 signatures from registered voters to place their initiative on the ballot. If it and a competing proposal qualify, voters could have three options this year and next to begin addressing Colorado’s $9 billion transportation backlog. Proposal 1: Sales tax hike What it would do: The hike backed

Rep. Pete Lee, another study group member, says any meaningful reduction in incarceration will require changing the front end of the process, before people are even put in prison. “Unless you subscribe to the theory that the United States and Coloradans are more evil than other people in the world (where incarceration rates are lower), then there’s something fundamentally wrong with our system of criminal justice,” the Colorado Springs Democrat said.

by business groups would raise the state sales tax by just over 6 cents on every $10, from 2.9 percent to 3.52 percent. It would generate more than $766 million a year starting in 2019, and authorize the state to issue $6 billion in transportation bonds. The funding would be split, with 45 percent going to state highway projects, 40 percent to local governments and 15 percent to alternate forms of transportation, such as mass transit. What it would cost: $9.4 billion over 20 years, including interest. Who supports it: A bipartisan coalition, including the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, the Colorado Contractors Association and Club 20, an association of counties in Western Colorado. It also has the support of Democrats at the Legislature who say a tax hike is needed to cover Colorado’s transportation needs without cutting funding to schools and other services. When it would appear on the ballot: November 2018 Proposal 2: `Fix Our Damn Roads’ What it would do: The colorfully named “Fix Our Damn Roads” initiative would issue $3.5 billion in transportation bonds without raising taxes. Instead, the state would have to pay off bonds with existing state revenues. All of the money would be earmarked for state highway and

bridge projects. Using the money for mass transit is prohibited. What it would cost: $5.2 billion over 20 years, including interest. Who supports it: The Independence Institute, a conservative think tank. It’s also backed by many Republicans at the Legislature, who say the state should spend more on roads within its existing budget. When it would appear on the ballot: November 2018 Proposal 3: Senate Bill 1 What it would do: The bonding measure referred to voters by the Legislature this year would borrow $2.34 billion for transportation projects. Like the “Fix Our Damn Roads” initiative, it would require the state to pay off the bonds under current tax rates. The bulk of the money would go to state highway projects, with 15 percent set aside for other transportation options, such as mass transit. What it would cost: $3.25 billion over 20 years, including interest. Who supports it: The measure won unanimous, bipartisan support from the state Senate and most of the House. But top lawmakers in both parties say they would prefer one of the other measures to pass in 2018 instead of the legislative compromise. When it would appear on the ballot: November 2019, if the other two proposals are rejected.

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Chatfield litigants scurry to speed appeal as construction advances zone” — prime bird habitat, she said. “Conserving birds is tough because they need good habitat everywhere they spend time,” McBurney said. “If birds come back to a place they’ve been going year after year and their habitat is gone, depending on the species, their survival rate goes way down.” The Audubon Society of Greater Denver, which operates a bird research and education center in the park, recently filed a motion to expedite their appeal of a lawsuit against the reallocation project, saying that by the time judges hear arguments in the case — perhaps this fall —irreparable harm will have been done to vital wildlife habitat along the creeks that enter the reservoir.

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The little yellow bird clutched in Meredith McBurney’s hand didn’t seem to mind that it couldn’t fly away. “This isn’t her first rodeo,” McBurney said of the yellow warbler with its tiny legs gingerly pinched between her fingers at a field research station near the South Platte River at the south end of Chatfield State Park. “She comes back here every year. We banded her in 2016. She winters in Central America, but she returns to where she was hatched.” McBurney, a biologist with the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies, said she’s concerned about the looming and somewhat uncertain effects of the Chatfield Storage Reallocation Project, which will see the high-water mark of the reservoir raised by 12 feet, and require the removal of trees in the “inundation

Construction well underway “The health of wildlife is an indicator of the overall health of the ecosystem, including its health for people,” said Polly Reetz, Audubon Denver’s Conser-

MORE INFO ON CHATFIELD PROJECT Read more about the Chatfield Storage Reallocation Project at chatfieldreallocation.org. Read more about the Audubon Society of Greater Denver’s efforts against the project at savechatfield.org. vation Chair. “We’ve never said the water they want to capture isn’t needed. But why screw up a state park when you’ve got other options?” Reetz and her husband, Gene, have been instrumental in filing and pursuing Audubon’s lawsuit against the project, a $130 million effort to add an additional 20,600 acre-feet of water storage capacity to the reservoir, to be used by eight municipal water providers and agricultural organizations across the metro area and northeastern Colorado.

Construction, which started last winter, is expected to wrap up in about a year. The project, which will increase the maximum allowable fluctuation of the reservoir’s depth from 9 feet to 21, does not mean that the reservoir will routinely be at its new high-water mark, and will likely only reach that point in years of significant spring runoff. If you build it Chatfield Reservoir, built in the late 1960s and early 1970s, is owned by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which leases the surrounding land to Colorado’s state-park system. Audubon’s lawsuit claims that the Corps, which was tasked with preparing an Environmental Impact Statement to gauge the project’s compliance

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ere’s a pop quiz: Who is Cindy Sherman? Her picture should be on a postage stamp. The picture would be one she had taken herself. See that photograph running with this column? It’s one of only nine known photographs of me. I like it like that. Why do I need photographs of myself ? They have one in obits, Jennifer has one that was taken before my face turned into a pickle, and the DMV took one that permits me to drive and to board an airplane. Sufﬁcient, but out of touch with everyone else. Cindy Sherman (born 1954) studied photography at Buffalo State College. Does that help? I could spend the rest of the column praising

her and listing her contributions to modern and contemporary art. Sherman is credited with the “selfie.” Not by anyone else yet. Just by me. If you really wanted to get tight about it, Albrecht Dürer was just as responsible, and so was Rembrandt van Rijn. They both documented themselves in countless self-portraits long before there were Nikons and Hasselblads. And camera phones. Architect Frank Gehry said artists need to find a niche. He found his, and Sherman found hers when she was an undergraduate at Buffalo State. I have tried and tried to find one, but time is running out, and I’ve conceded (mostly). But I am forever in awe of those — especially my contemporaries — who found theirs.

Without cheating. You can cheat in art. You can appeal to our most fundamental fascinations, without really contributing anything that is truly nutritive: i.e., those interminable “Star Wars” ﬁlms. Sherman started taking photographs of herself when she was an undergraduate, and she hasn’t stopped yet. I admit I once had a crush on Sherman. She has California-girl looks, but you have to work to ﬁnd it, because she never looks exactly the same twice. She documents herself with appearance-altering costumes, makeup and prosthetics. For better or worse, the world is full of Cindy Shermans. At its worst, there have been SEE SMITH, P15

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it no differently than Christmas, y hope is that we can put Easter, Hanukkah, or Thanksgiving, aside any and all political a holiday that comes and goes and differences and opinions will come again next year. as we take the time this How awesome would it be to be week to remember all those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for grateful and give thanks throughout the year rather than just at our freedom. My hope Thanksgiving? What would our is that we will also con- WINNING lives be like if we truly thought tinue to pray for, and WORDS about the significance of Hasupport all of the brave nukkah, Christmas, and Easter men and women who throughout the year and not just courageously fight and when the holidays are upon us? stand at the ready to My belief is that we would live fight for our continued in a more purpose-filled world, freedoms today. a kinder community, and live toIn 1986 Ronald Reagan opened his speech gether in a more meaningful way. at Arlington National And Memorial Day is really no Cemetery with this statedifferent. You see we shouldn’t Michael Norton just go back to business as usual ment, “Today is the day we put aside to rememor life as we know it, because ber fallen heroes and to pray that without the people who have defendno heroes will ever have to die for ed us in the past and who have given us again. It’s a day of thanks for the their lives for us, have been injured, valor of others, a day to remember who suffer mental and emotional the splendor of America and those trauma, and who have served this of her children who rest in this cemcountry with dignity and valor, you etery and others. It’s a day to be with and I would not be sitting where we the family and remember.” are today. We wouldn’t have “life as To some, Memorial Day is just we know it.” No one wants war, but another holiday. It comes once a year, we have countries who continue to we become patriotic for a day or posture as if they do. So we need to maybe for the weekend, and then we protect ourselves, our sovereignty, get back to business as usual, life as we know it. Really, some people treat SEE NORTON, P15 Columnists & Guest Commentaries

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our allies and the future for our children and grandchildren and all generations to follow. You may be a veteran reading this column, and if so, I salute you. You may have had a family member who gave their life in support of our country, and if so I grieve with you. You may have a friend or loved one serving right now, and if so, I stand in respect with you. And you may be considering enlisting yourself, and if so, I honor you. If you are reading this column and thinking that Memorial Day ended a few days ago, and if so, I encourage you to think again. And again. And again. And again. Our

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deaths. “Earlier this year an Indian man was killed while trying to take a selfie next to a wounded bear (The Conversation).” You won’t get any sympathy out of me. “A Polish tourist in Seville, Spain, fell off a bridge and died attempting to take a selfie.” You won’t get any sympathy out of me. “Estimates of daily selfie posts range from 1 million to 93 million.” Remember Debby Boone’s hit record? “I Light Up My Life.” Whenever a conversation about selfies comes up, a character named Narcissus enters the room and hums some Carly: “You had one eye on the

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veterans and military deserve to be remembered in life and in death. So how about you? Is Memorial Day just another holiday to you? On the day after the Fourth of July do you immediately forget our independence? On the day after Thanksgiving do you forget what you are thankful for? And today and for the rest of the year, will you remember what Memorial Day really stands for? I would love to hear your story at gotonorton@gmail.com, and when we can pay tribute to all those who have served and all those who do serve, it really will be a better than good week. Michael Norton is a resident of Castle Rock, the president of the Zig Ziglar Corporate Training Solutions Team, a strategic consultant and a business and personal coach.

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with the National Environmental Policy Act, failed to properly consider alternatives that would meet the water providers’ goal of increasing water availability to the swiftly growing Front Range. Audubon contends that the Corps rejected possibilities including making use of upstream gravel pits for water storage, buying water storage in nearby Rueter-Hess Reservoir, or examining the impact of enhanced water conservation among water users. The Corps rebutted, saying that the gravel pit storage idea was excessively complicated for the amount of water that could have been stored, RueterHess’s water is all bought up already, and that increased water conservation efforts are

a great idea but don’t meet the project’s goals of increasing water storage capacity. A judge ruled in favor of the Corps in December 2017, and Audubon announced their intent to appeal in early 2018. Audubon pushed back against the Corps’ rebuttals in a recent legal brief, saying the Corps’ explanations don’t hold water in light of other evidence, and that some documents say the project’s goal is increasing water availability, not storage capacity, meaning that conservation could satisfy the needs of the water users. The Colorado Court of Appeals is currently slated to hear oral arguments in the case in the fall, by which time Audubon says irreversible damage may already have occurred. A judge last year denied Audubon’s request for an injunction against further construction while litigation is ongoing.

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Down by the river In the meantime, the Reetzes say damage is already being done. They say new haul roads now traverse the park, including one slated to cut through the parking lot in front of the Audubon Center. Not quite, said Scott Roush, the manager of Chatfield State Park. “We did not and won’t create a new haul road by the Audubon Center,” Roush said. “There’s a Denver Water Board road down there we have permission to use. All the construction crews are doing is bringing trucks through the parking lot, which technically doesn’t fully belong to the Audubon Center. Their lease specifies that they share the lot with other users.” The Reetzes counter that the truck traffic will hinder the movement of the numerous school buses that drop off students who are making field

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‘A magical experience’ Gene said the bottom line is that he hopes Chatfield can remain the environmentally significant place it is. “You have such a diversity of habitat here,” Gene said. “You have grasslands, rabbitbrush, riparian areas with hundredyear-old cottonwoods. Lots of wildlife. There aren’t too many places that have that diversity of habitat.” The value of Chatfield’s environment goes beyond its importance to wildlife, Gene said. “It’s so close to Denver,” Gene said. “It’s where a family can come for a day for $8. A lot of families can’t go to Rocky Mountain National Park or Yellowstone. “It’s so important to have nature close to home. When you see kids come out here and play in the creek or catch a frog, it’s a magical experience for them.”

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Only 13 states in the country require schools districts to offer free full-day kindergarten as part of the school day. Colorado is not one of them. In Colorado, districts are only required to offer half-day kindergarten. And because of a lack of per-pupil funding from the state, parents who want to send their children to full-day programs are required to pay an average tuition of $300 a month. “We would prefer to have full-day kindergarten for everyone without charging if we had the money,” said Diana Wilson, communications director for Jefferson County Public Schools. “If the district could afford it, we would standardize it.” How school districts around the metro area meet that challenge varies. Jeffco, the second-largest school district

in the state with 86,000 students, and Douglas County, the third-largest district with 68,000 students, run similar programs, offering free half-day and paid full-day programs. Much smaller districts, such as Englewood Schools with 3,000 students and Westminster Public Schools with 9,600 students, have developed a model that offers free fullday kindergarten. In Jeffco, full-day kindergarten is offered at 90 percent of its elementary schools. But for the majority, which do not receive Title 1 funding and for families who are not receiving free or reducedprice lunch, tuition must be paid for anything past the state-funded half day. Funding for full-day kindergarten in Jeffco was cut from the budget six years ago by the board at that time. Now, each school offers something different based on the need in its community. “Most schools have moved toward offering a full day because of the impact

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Dancing to a new sense of place

The Denver Botanic Garden’s annual summer concert series is back this year, and is open to all ages. Artists like The Milk Carton Kids and Chris Botti will be performing this year. COURTESY OF DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS

Culture is illuminated after dark Zoo, museums offer evening events for adults BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

isit Denver’s cultural hot spots like the Denver Zoo or Museum of Nature & Science during a summer day and you’ll see children of all ages running around everywhere. While it’s always fun to experience Denver’s many cultural amenities as a family, just as many adults want to explore on their own. Maybe, even, while having a drink or two. “Adults want the opportunity to learn, too,” said Jessa Phillips, the Museum of Nature & Science’s adult programs manager. “Because of that, the museum offers experiences that offer an adult night out.” When facilities like the zoo, museum, Museum of Contemporary Art and more shut down after regular hours, that doesn’t mean they’re closed. Instead, they offer specialty programming that provides more depth, entertainment and a different kind of community. “This is a different angle of the zoo than most people see when we’re open and full of crowds,” said Jake Kubié, communications manager with the Denver Zoological Foundation. “We want to make the zoo more accessible for adults and show that we are a place people can learn, explore and even have a date night.” SEE EVENTS, P26

Adults get to try their hands at arts and crafts at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science’s monthly Science Lounge event. COURTESY OF DENVER MUSEUM OF NATURE AND SCIENCE

BRING THE FAMILY Many of the after-hour events hosted by local spots host are geared toward adults, but not all. The Denver Botanic Gardens hosts its popular Summer Concert Series, which is open to everyone, and features artists like Bruce Hornsby and Amos Lee.

Plus, the gardens host a couple family fun nights each summer, featuring s’mores and storytelling. The majority of programs at the Museum of Contemporary Art are for all ages but are generally better suited for adults. The museum is also plan-

ning a teen takeover of the museum, called Festivus Maximus, on June 23. The event is free for teens, regular admission for adults, and filled with the kind of wild and crazy antics that only people under 18 could dream up, said Clayton Kenney, the museum’s director of experience and strategy.

ance might not be the first medium people think of when they think of politics on the stage, but that’s not how the minds behind 3rd Law Dance/Theater think about things. The issues of migration, ethnicity, culture and spirituality are the focal point of the show “Lost in Place,” which is running for one night only at COMING p.m. on SaturATTRACTIONS 7:30 day, June 9, at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. “About 10 years ago my co-director/ husband Jim LaVita and I wanted to do an original evening of dance/theater that spoke to the issue of immigraClarke Reader tion,” said Katie Elliott. “As we investigated the material, the theme grew into a larger idea that revolved around the `loss of a sense of place.’” The evening is split into three sections — a geographical loss as one moves from point A to B, a temporal loss of place as one moves from childhood to adulthood, and a spiritual loss of sense of place as one moves from life to death. This production is particularly timely for several reasons — the first because of the importance of these issues in the current political climate, and because LaVita passed away in October As choreographer, Elliott uses movement that focuses on the individual identity of each performer/character. Using the structure of a Social Security number as a framework, Elliott offers prompts to create these identities by using positive and negative personality traits and individual story expressed through gesture. “Audiences will be taken on a journey. Because we are a modern/contemporary company we express ideas through a narrative theme rather than a story,” Elliott said. “So, our audience will experience humorous, dramatic, and poignant pieces that they can connect to through personal attachment.” Get tickets by calling 720-898-7200 or visiting www.arvadacenter.org. A peak behind Lakewood’s creative curtain The creative process is a mysterious one for most people, but as part of Lakewood’s annual INSPIRE! Arts Week, the curious can get in a window into how local artists work. The 40 West Arts District in Lakewood is hosting its second annual free Self-guided Artists In Residences Studio Tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 2, and Sunday, June 3. SEE READER, P26

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Plein air painting workshop coming to Littleton

he Heritage Fine Arts Guild of Arapahoe County will host a plein air workshop at the Littleton Museum on June 16, taught by painter Pat Barr Clarke, who lives in SONYA’S Highlands Ranch and is a longtime SAMPLER instructor in her former neighborhood of Park Hill. Clarke, who just returned from plein air painting in Chile, has also recently painted in Spain, Portugal and Curacao, where she will return for the Sonya Ellingboe fourth time to teach next February. All media are welcome and participants will have ample time to paint on site. Bring painting supplies, a stool, easel or board to paint on, hat or umbrella for sun or rain, sack lunch, water bottle, camera, paper towels and any other items you are accustomed to. The workshop will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (doors unlocked at 8:30 a.m.) at the Littleton Museum, 6028 S. Gallup St., Littleton. Cost: $35, HFAG members, $50 non-members. (Membership is $40 per year.) Registration required: heritageguild.com. Water Garden Society sale The Colorado Water Garden Society will offer a selection of new plants for

Painting of Wlllemstad, Curacao, by painter Pat Clarke, who will teach a plein air workshop for Heritage Fine Arts Guild. COURTESY PHOTO

your garden at its Annual Plant Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 3 at Hudson Gardens, 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. The sale will be on the patio of the business office/Hudson residence and will offer hardy water lilies, tropical water lilies, tropical and hardy marginals, bog plants, floating plants, as well as water gardening supplies. Advice and information also provided. For information: colowatergardensociety.org, 303-423-9216 (Vicki Aber) or 303-421-1144 (Janet Bathurst). Music fest The Annual Highlands Ranch Music Festival returns June 23 (11 a.m.-7 p.m.), 24 (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.) at Civic Green Park, 9370 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Live music and arts

— 15 musical groups (see schedule next week). More than 20 arts, crafts, food and business vendors. Information: Kelley Messal, festival coordinator/ vendor liaison, info@hrmafestival.org, 303-683-4102; Bobi Hoy, HR Concert Band president; hrcbmusic@ gmail.com, 303-931-4608.

Ballet at DU “Alice in Wonderland” will be performed by International Youth Ballet of Littleton on June 3 at 12:30 and 4:30 p.m. at the Newman Center, Gates Hall, University of Denver, 2344 E. Iliff Ave., Denver. Tickets: $30, newmantix. com. 303-871-7720.

Summer reading Step right up to the summer reading program with events on June 2 at specific library locations: perhaps a bounce house, face painting, carnival games and at Smoky Hill, the Salida Circus from 10 a.m. to noon. The Friends of Arapahoe Libraries will donate more than $60,000 to support the program, which drew more than 10,000 babies, toddlers, children and teens last summer. Visit arapahoelibraries.org or call 303-LIBRARY.

Plein Air Festival The Fourth Annual Littleton Plein Air Festival runs May 30-June 1, presented by the Littleton Fine Arts Guild at the Depot Art Gallery, 2069 W. Powers Ave., Littleton. A show will open at 5-8 p.m. June 1. It will be preceded by three busy days of painting in and around Littleton. Watch for painters at work on Main Street, at Aspen Grove, at the Littleton Museum, at Hudson Gardens and all around town. Interaction with them is encouraged — stop and chat! Paintings will be framed and hung for exhibit in the Depot Art Gallery. Juror Lorenzo Chavez, of Parker, will pick “Best in Show” and other categories. Depotartgallery.org.

Crafters and artists wanted A call is out for crafters and artists to enter the Friends of the Littleton Library/Museum Craft Fair. This fair, at Ketring Park 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Oct. 6, is in its 47th year and draws a great many shoppers — and buyers. Proceeds from booth fees support activities and programs of the Littleton Friends of the Library/Museum. A 10-by-10-foot booth space costs $185. Up to 300 crafters are allowed. An application is found at www.littletongov.org/ Home/Components/Calendar/Even t/19673/232?curm=10&cury=2018. Or email libmg@littletongov.org for more information.

Parker Days brings festivities, food, fun Attractions include concerts, goodies, parade, rides BY TABATHA STEWART TSTEWART@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

It’s that time of year again when Parker’s Mainstreet will be transformed into a four-day festival with entertainment on three stages, a parade, carnival rides and fun for all ages, as attendance estimated at 250,000 visits Parker Days from June 7-10. Festivities begin June 7, a Thursday, at 5 p.m., with carnival rides and activities going through 10 p.m. Country music star Trace Adkins is the headliner, supporting the Wounded Warrior project. Tickets must be purchased in advance, and doors for general admission open at 6 p.m. Booths, street performers known as “buskers,” a farmers market and BMX sports bike stunt shows will be included in festivities. The Parker Car Club’s Annual Parker Days Car Show will be on display, and a pancake breakfast to benefit the Parker Task Force Food Bank will deliver delicious fare. Carnival rides will be available all weekend, but flip-flops, bare feet and guests with casts will not be allowed. This year’s parade theme is Home-

Rides roared at last year’s Parker Days. town Heroes, and will include high school marching bands, floats and horses. The parade begins at 8:45 a.m. on the morning of June 9, and the parade route goes all the way around Victorian Drive. Live entertainment on three stages include The Tom Petty Project, Project Foreigner and Queen Nation on June 8 from 6-11:30 p.m. Entertainers on June 9 will include Mr. Maestik’s 8 Track

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Revival, Steve Thomas Band and Buckstein. Performances on June 10 kick off with a 10 a.m. church service by PEPC Church, followed by Running with Scizzors, Nacho Men, Richie Law and Soul X. Tickets for carnival rides and food can be purchased for $1 per ticket, with rides averaging three to five tickets. For a full list of events and times, visit www.parkerdaysfestival.com.

Zikr Dance “Runes” will be presented June 2-17 by Zikr Dance Ensemble: It will focus on the ancient magical northern European alphabet as it was used for divination and prophecy. Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison, Lakewood: June 2, 7:30 p.m., June 3, 2 p.m.; Lone Tree Arts Center, 10025 Commons St., Lone Tree: June 10, 2 p.m.

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Native American artist has major Denver exhibit Jeffrey Gibson, born in Colorado, lives and works in New York BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

“Like a Hammer” at the Denver Art Museum is the first exhibition in a major museum for artist Jeffrey Gibson (Mississipi Band Choctaw/ Cherokee). The exhibition just opened on the first floor of the Hamilton Building and runs through Aug. 12, with a mix of traditional design and contemporary presence. Gibson was born in Colorado Springs in 1972, lives and works in New York, teaches at Bard College and incorporates his heritage into distinctive, contemporary works, including abstract sculptures, paintings and prints. Materials include rawhide, beads, sterling silver, wool blankets, metal cones, beads, fringe and sinew, as well as paint. Introductory comments at a press preview told of Gibson’s extreme unhappiness with his art in the middle of the first decade of this century, which led him to razor paintings from their frame, head for a coin laundry and wash them in hot water and detergent. Fragments of those paintings appear in textile works in “Like a Hammer,” looking pale and stressed,

compared to the vibrant newer coloration exhibited today. Washing away failure … Music has been very important for Gibson. Lines from popular songs are incorporated into his works and background music plays from a song list he provided. “It adds an extra sensory dimension,” curator John Lukavic commented. “Gibson seamlessly blends indigenous aesthetics and contemporary methods … His work offers or visitors an experience that doesn’t exist elsewhere and challenges the generic categories of art, presenting a new way of conceptualizing what people see and experience.” “I Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You” commands a long look: a female figure in dance attire, with a ceramic head and legs made from tipi poles. Haunting, it and other similar figures “speak of effigy pots from Gibson’s ChoctawCherokee background,” Lukavic commented. “He draws from the past, creates futuristic work …” Gibson on several occasions revealed his displeasure with the art world’s tendency to consider Native American art as craft or decorative arts. “Gibson did not feel he had a way to express himself visually in ways that people could connect with,” said Lukavic. “Gibson blends indigenous aesthetics and contemporary methods … His work offers our visitors an experience that doesn’t exist elsewhere and challenges the generic categories of art, presenting a new way of

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IF YOU GO Jeffrey Gibson’s “Like a Hammer” exhibition will be at the Denver Art Museum through Aug. 12. It is being shown on the first floor of the Hamilton Building, between 12th and 13th avenues on the east side of Bannock Street in downtown Denver. The exhibit is included with regular admission. Denverartmuseum.org.

Jeffrey Gibson’s sculpture, “Like a Hammer” shows influences of Native American art and pop music. COURTESY PHOTOS

conceptualizing what people see and experience.” Gibson pointed out greenish patches of those earlier paintings in several new pieces, adding that this was the first time he’d seen his work together. Gibson was an artist-in-residence at DAM in 2014 and was allowed access to the archives to research, assisting with a “challenge for artists who are not central.” It offered new connections for Gibson. (A video made during his residency is shown in the last gallery in this exhibit. Allow time to watch it.) “I realized that art history is not inclusive of native artists,” he said as he talked about his punching-bag series — some covered with Osagetype beadwork and named “Everlast.” The series resulted from a recommendation that he work out frustration by boxing. The image suggests white power, violence — and peacefulness. Another work, “I Am Woman,” refers to huge numbers of missing native, indigenous women. “My use of color is free, exuberant … a choice of rawhide versus beaded offers a lens of indigenous perspective that changes how we read them … These are not specific to any particular tribe,” Gibson said. The figures are “an artifact of the future,” Lukavic added, like Kachina figures or those guarding the tombs in the past. Gibson also pointed out a large, predominantly black and white, rectangular piece that reads: “American History is longer — larger — more beautiful …” quoting the black, openly gay American writer James Baldwin, who chose to live in Europe — and has been an influence. “There is a widespread message that voices are not always heard.” With the appearance of a large work in the DAM collection — a travois used to carry goods — Lukavic said, “it’s closer to (Claus) Oldenburg than traditional indigenous art.”

“I Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You” by Jeffrey Gibson combines his interest I American pop music and Native American art. It has tipi poles as legs, trimmed blankets and a ceramic head. In the fourth portion of the exhibit, the video shows people responding to items in the museum’s collection rooms … a Navajo man talked to a wooden Navajo weaving comb, as though to his grandmother: “I miss you grandma … are the sheep still there? I cherish the memory of you.” In the Kiowa language, objects were asked their permission to use them in the exhibit … Patterns in dancer’s costumes are referenced in Gibson’s works. For example, a woman in a jingle dress steps off an elevator and dances down the hall … “I think my work offers a countervision to other things happening in the world,” Gibson said.

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State funding improves access to fresh produce Food banks, pantries can now purchase fruits, vegetables, Colorado Proud products

“The abilty to purchase food produced in our own state will help our food pantry provide the nutritious food we would otherwise have difficulty acquiring.”

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More Coloradans will have access to fresh, local food thanks to new funding in the state budget. Hunger Free Colorado worked with the Legislature’s Joint Budget Committee to secure $500,000 for food pantries and food banks to purchase fresh fruits, vegetables and other Colorado Proud products. “The ability to purchase food produced in our own state will help our food pantry provide the nutritious food we would otherwise have difficulty acquiring,” Joyce Neufeld, executive director of Community Ministry of Southwest Denver, said in a news release from Hunger Free Colorado. “As we strive to create healthier communities, funding resources are essential to helping us achieve that goal.” The Hunger Free Colorado release relayed a story about the power of access to fresh food: “An older woman was struggling to make ends meet and came to get food to aid her until the end of the month. As she rounded a corner, she saw fresh plums and tears filled her eyes. When she picked one out, she shared that it had been years since she tasted one, her favorite fruit. On a limited budget, they were beyond her reach.” With warm days, cool nights and lots of sunshine, Colorado’s climate is perfect for producing delicious fruits and vegetables. This funding allows food pantries to stock their shelves with the juicy peaches and hearty potatoes everyone should have the chance to enjoy, the release said. “Ending hunger in Colorado has to be a collaborative effort. Food pantries cannot do the work we do without financial resources, so it’s encouraging to see our legislators band together and commit to the idea that no Coloradan should be hungry,” Lyndsey Williams, director of La Puente’s Food Bank Network of the San Luis Valley, said in the release. “Further, we’re very excited that these funds will be used to purchase food from local producers. When someone eats locally, they’re doing a favor for themselves and for their community’s economy.” Colorado has more than 400 locally funded and staffed food pantries, in addition to five food banks that serve different regions of Colorado. As a state with wide-ranging cultural needs, this grant program will help food banks and food pantries to better align their offerings with the preferences of Coloradans of all ages, backgrounds, and zip codes, while supporting local farmers and ranchers, the release said. “Feeding Colorado is extremely grateful to the state Legislature for

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making this funding available,” Bob O’Connor, chair of Feeding Colorado, said in the release. “Our goal is to ensure that Coloradans facing hunger have access to healthy, fresh food. This funding will go a long way in improving the health and well-being of our

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neighbors.” Food pantries and food banks can apply to receive up to $50,000 in funds per year. While 90 percent of funds must be used specifically for the purchase of Colorado Proud products, up to 10 percent may be used for indirect

costs associated with the purchase of foods grown and produced in Colorado, such as transportation, refrigeration and storage. The Colorado Department of Human Services will select a third-party community foundation to serve as the fund administrator. “The availability of nutritious, affordable food is part of a strong foundation for better, healthier lives,” Kathy Underhill, CEO of Hunger Free Colorado, said in the release. The funding is the outgrowth of the Full Pantries, Full Lives Leadership Institute, a two-year project launched in 2014 by Hunger Free Colorado. Client survey data showed customers would like more fresh fruits and vegetables, but given limited resources, food pantries determined they needed additional funding to ensure the foods they stock align with customer preferences.

Yoga in the Park It’s time again for sunset salutations. Join RidgeGate, South Suburban Parks and Recreation and the Lone Tree Recreation Center for free Yoga in the Park classes in Belvedere Park, at the corner of RidgeGate Circle and Belvedere Lane. Please bring your own yoga mat. In case of heavy rain or lightning, class will be cancelled. No need to register—just drop in!

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Guided Nature Hikes Each year, RidgeGate teams up with the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District to provide free, guided nature hikes. These hikes are led by professional naturalists who offer insight and education into the natural ecosystems within the open space at RidgeGate. Hikes are free and open to the public—see the full schedule and register at ridgegate.com.

Wednesday, June 6th, 7-8:30pm — Sunset Bird Watching Saturday, June 9th, 9-10:30am — Animal Detectives Wednesday, June 20th, 6-7:30pm — Preparing for the Solstice Saturday, June 30th, 8:30-10:30am — Finding the Awe in Nature Saturday, July 14th, 7-8:30pm — Urban Coyotes Friday, July 27th, 7:30-9pm — Full Moon Hike

RidgeGate Summer Beats Concerts Enjoy these summertime concerts out on the grass with free live music, food trucks and activities for kids. It’s all happening in Prairie Sky Park, just west of the Lone Tree Recreation Center, courtesy of the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District.

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Thursday, June 21, 5-8pm — The Tom Petty Project Thursday, July 19, 5-8pm — Chris Daniels and the Kings; Hazel Miller

Tunes on the Terrace at the Lone Tree Arts Center RidgeGate is again proud to sponsor Lone Tree Art Center’s Tunes on the Terrace—an outdoor evening concert series that will bring your summer nights to life. Performances range from classic rock to big band jazz, and everything in between. The stars are out this summer! Check out the full schedule and buy tickets at www.lonetreeartscenter.org.

Friday, June 8, 8-10pm — Yesterday & Today (Beatles Tribute, Main Stage) Friday, June 22, 8-10pm — H2 Big Band Friday, July 6, 8-10pm — 17th Avenue Allstars Saturday, July 21, 8-10pm — Mollie O’Brien Trio Friday, July 27, 8-10pm — The Whitney Houston Songbook with Mary Louise Lee

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Sunday, June 24, 2pm — Free Guided Tour Saturday, July 21, 2pm — Free Guided Tour Sunday, July 22, 7-9pm — Campfire & Storytelling | Legendary Ladies

All events are held within the RidgeGate community, just south of Lincoln Avenue, on both sides of I-25.

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The joint is jumpin’ at Town Hall Arts Center IF YOU GO

BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

At Town Hall Arts Center in Littleton, the six-piece band, led by amazing pianist/music director Donna Debreceni, jumps right into the title song of “Ain’t Misbehavin’” as lights come up and the talented singing/dancing cast of five appears with one of jazz pianist Fats Waller’s best-known songs. The prolific Waller’s many, many lively, often humorous, songs are part of our national cultural fabric and readers may have the experience we did at looking up a song list — wow! Didn’t realize he wrote that one! The performance is a tribute to the musicians of the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s who filled theaters and nightclubs like the Cotton Club and Savoy Ballroom with music during the Harlem Renaissance — music that has mostly stayed in the limelight across the nation. The show is especially a tribute to the brilliant, funny stride pianist, Thomas Wright “Fats” Waller, who started playing the piano at 6 years old and soon learned to play violin, organ and string bass. He played at the church where his father was a Baptist minister and at 15, was organ-

Actors/singers Randy Chalmers and Leonard Barrett are in the cast of Town Hall’s production of “Ain’t Misbehavin’,” with music by jazz pianist Fats Waller. COURTESY PHOTO

ist at the Lincoln Theatre in Harlem. Director Robert Wells writes that after his mother died, the young man, who chose not to honor his father’s wishes that he follow his footsteps in the church, moved in with the family of pianist Russell B. T. Brooks, who introduced him to the “stride” school of piano jazz. The set has a bandstand onstage filled by six musicians, tied to the dance floor/performance area in front of it with steps the actors flowed back and forth on … The musical is simply a revue of songs by the versatile composer Director Bob Wells has cast five strong singer/actors, who can solo

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or blend voices with one or more of the others — and in a wide range of styles. And the sound of all five combined is especially smooth and fine. Waller is the pioneer of lively stride piano and his ongoing gifts to this country’s jazz repertoire that make almost anyone want to dance. (Some audience members danced out after the performance.) One could see the top of Debreceni’s blond head bouncing as she delivered on the especially lively songs — which are interspersed with slow, sentimental numbers like “Honeysuckle Rose” … Leonard E. Barrett Jr. and Mary Louise Lee are skilled, veteran Denver area singers/actors, who have not appeared

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“Ain’t Misbehavin’” plays through June 17 at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St. in downtown Littleton. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays plus 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 2 and 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 10. Also note: an artists’ reception is planned at 5-8 p.m. June 1, part of First Fridays in Littleton, which may draw audiences downtown earlier to visit the Depot Gallery and many businesses that stay open late. Town Hall tickets: 303-794-2787, ext. 5; townhallartscenter.org.

at Town Hall previously, but worked together especially well. Radjulari is new to the area, but has years of national and international experience as a jazz/ soul vocalist and actress — a welcome addition to the lively, local theater community. Randy Chalmers, in his fifth production at Town Hall, is especially known in the area for his charming dancing/singing role as Seaweed J. Stubbs in “Hairspray” and he recently appeared at the Aurora Fox in “Passing Strange.” Krisangela Washington has appeared at Town Hall in “Violet” and “Legally Blonde” and has performed at the Aurora Fox, Denver Center and Arvada Center. This revue, conceived by Richard Maltby Jr. and Murray Horwitz and originally created and directed by Maltby, won a Tony Award for Best Musical and is just a happy, well-organized doorway to a delightful evening of musical theater. Barrett’s sassy delivery of “Tain’t Nobody’s Business If I Do” and the company’s joyous “The Joint is Jumpin’” contrast with Radjulari and Barrett’s soft “Two Sleepy People” … Barrett’s “Your Feet’s Too Big” had the audience laughing as did Chalmers and Barrett in “Fat and Greasy.” Thomas Wright “Fats” Waller (19041943) was a serious jazz artist, who must have written and/or performed almost constantly — night and day — and unfortunately wore himself out early. Would that we had an even greater body of jazz works to enjoy …

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Stephenson, executive director of school leadership for Douglas County School District. The State of Colorado funds kindergarten students at .58 full-time enrollment — meaning it only pays for about half a day’s worth of school time. “We only receive partial funding from the state for kindergarten students,” Stephenson said. “So, it requires us to ask parents for tuition to fund the second part of that school day.” But smaller districts, such as Englewood Schools, are able to supplement the state money with district general funds to offer free full-day kindergarten to all students. “It’s what we determined will serve our community best and it’s what the students here in Englewood need in order to grow and achieve,” said Joanna Polzin, chief academic officer for Englewood Schools. For Englewood, the full day allows the luxury of more time for not only academics but also social and emotional learning. “The stories and concepts we are exposing them to are on a higher level and we also have the benefit of crosscurricular learning,” Polzin said. “I think overall it’s our teachers that make the difference. It really allows them the time to get out students on a

deeper level.” Westminster Public Schools has offered free full-day kindergarten for 10 years. Director of Early Childhood Education Mat Aubuchon said it’s only partially funded by the state, but the program is important to district leadership. “By investing in programs such as this, we see students who are more prepared both academically and socially for the demanding schedule of an elementary schoolday,” Aubuchon said. “In addition, by providing fullday kindergarten, we have the added benefit of helping parents who now have full-day child care and are able to work while their young children are in school.” When it comes to academics, the question is if those full-day students are better prepared for first grade. Stephenson says they are — at first. “We see that our full-day students — speaking in generality — have a little bit of a boost, but that tends to level out around second grade,” Stephenson said. “It’s not a long-lasting advantage.” However, Matt Flores, chief academic officer for Jeffco schools, says the data is not definitive. “It’s really hard to unpack the differences because we can’t account for what students do in the other half of the day,” Flores said. “It’s tempting to say they are more prepared. But to truly unpack that with data to support that theory is something our data team hasn’t been able to do.”

Summer Reading Kickoff Events Arapahoe Libraries will kick off its Step Right Up and Read summer program with events at each of the district’s branches. Smoky Hill Library, 5430 S. Biscay Circle, Centennial Saturday, June 2, 10 a.m. to noon Salida Circus, featuring trapeze artists, stilt walkers, clowns, magic, a circus dog and the Flying Haggerty’s. The Salida Circus is a 40-foot inflatable

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The branches of Arapahoe Libraries will be a circus this summer. The Step Right Up and Read summer reading program kicks off June 2 and continues through July 29. Each branch has a number of themed programs to celebrate, including comedians, puppeteers, magicians, carnival games, bounce houses, face painting and more. Participants can earn rewards such as books and coupons. Adults will be entered into a drawing for a booklovers bag. Last year, more than 10,000 babies, toddlers, children and teens participated. This year’s program is supported by the Friends of Arapahoe Libraries, which will donate more than $60,000 for programs, books, prizes and more. Go to arapahoelibraries.org or call 303-LIBRARY.

obstacle course, slides, games and more. Southglenn Library, 6972 S. Vine St., Centennial Tuesday, June 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Bryce Jackman Comedy Show (6:307:30 p.m.), and stilt walking, face painting, carnival games and more from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Castlewood Library, 6739 S. Uinta St., Centennial Wednesday, June 6, 2-4 p.m. Storytelling by Merry Andrew Afoot (2-3 p.m.) and face painting, bounce house, carnival games and more from 2-4 p.m. Sheridan Library, 3425 W. Oxford Ave., Denver Thursday, June 7, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Special performance by Top Hogs (3:30-4:30 p.m.) and face painting, bounce house, carnival games and more from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial Friday, June 8, 10 a.m. to noon Denise Gard and her Dancing Dogs perform (10-11 a.m.), and face painting, bounce house, carnival games and more from 10 a.m. to noon. Eloise May Library, 1471 S. Parker Road, Denver. Monday, June 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Magician Chad Wonder performs (5:30-6:30 p.m.) and face painting, bounce house, carnival games and more from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

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AYUSA: International Youth Exchange Program: Promotes quality exchange programs for high school students from around the world. Need: Host families for international high school students ages 15-18 studying in the Denver area. Requirements: Provide a safe home, meals and transportation for 5-10 months. All family types are considered. Must fill out online application and pass background check. Contact: Adrienne Bivens, 720-467-6430 or abivens@ayusa.org. Go to www.ayusa.org. Colorado Agricultural Leadership Foundation: connecting People to Agriculture through authentic educational programs and community projects. Need: Teachers or teachers at heart to lead or assist during outdoor field trips at CALF’s Lowell Ranch. Weekdays. Opportunities available April through October. Requirements: Must be available during the week between 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Background check. We provide the training. Contact: Kim Roth, 303-688-1026 or kim@ thecalf.org www.thecalf.org Colorado Agricultural Leadership Foundation: connecting People to Agriculture through authentic educational programs and community projects. Need: Regular care and feeding of CALF’s livestock. This is the perfect opportunity to learn if your children are truly passionate about owning and caring for an animal. Once per week. Morning or evening shifts

available. Requirements: None. We will train you. Contact: Brooke Fox, 303-688-1026 or brooke@thecalf.org, www.thecalf.org Castle Rock Senior Activity Center: Provides services to local seniors. Need: Volunteer drivers to take seniors to appointments, the grocery store, pharmacies and more. Contact: Juli Asbridge, 720-733-2292 Children’s Hospital Colorado South Campus, Highlands Ranch Contact: 720-777-6887 Colorado Humane Society: Handles animal abuse and neglect cases. Need: Volunteers to care for pregnant cats, dogs and their litters, as well as homes for cats and dogs that require socializing or that are recovering from surgery or injuries. Contact: Teresa Broaddus, 303-961-3925 Colorado Refugee English as a Second Language Program: Teaches English to recently arrived refugees, who have fled war or persecution in their home country. In Colorado, refugees are from Afghanistan, Burma, Bhutan, Somalia, Iraq, Eritrea and D.R. Congo, among others. Need: Volunteers to teach English. Tutoring takes place in the student’s home. Refugees live throughout Denver, but the largest concentrations are in Thornton, near 88th Avenue and Washington Street, and in east Denver/Aurora, near Colfax Avenue and Yosemite Street. Other Details: Tutors do not need to speak the student’s language. Most participants are homebound women and small children, adults who are disabled, and senior citizens. Many are not literate in their

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first language, and remain isolated from American culture. Requirements: Volunteers must attend training at Emily Griffith Technical College in downtown Denver. Sessions take place every 6-8 weeks. Go to www.refugee-esl. org for information and volunteer application. Contact: Sharon McCreary, 720-423-4843 or sharon.mccreary@emilygriffith.edu. Court Appointed Special Advocates: Works with abused and neglected children in Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties. Need: Advocates for children, to get to know, speak up for and ensure their best interests in court Contact: 303-695-1882 or www.adv4children.org. Douglas County Libraries: elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection. Need: Volunteer opportunities consist of event assistance, weekly shelving or bookstore shifts, tutoring, Storytime helpers, and more. Requirements: Attend an orientation. We will provide training. Specific requirements are listed in each opportunity’s details. Contact: Visit VolunteerConnectDC.org and search for Douglas County Libraries opportunities. Douglas/Elbert Task Force: Provides assistance to people in Douglas and Elbert counties who are in serious economic need, at risk of homelessness or in similar crisis. Need: Volunteers to assist in the food bank, client services and the thrift store Treasures on Park Street. Contact: Marion Dahlem, 303-688-1114, ext. 32 Dumb Friends League Harmony Equine Center: Cares for homeless horses and other equines. Need: Volunteers to work with horses and other opportunities. Requirements: Must be 16 years old, pass a background check, and be able to commit to at least three hours a week for three months. Contact: 303-751-5772. Other Information: Two-hour orientation provides an overview of the services provided, learn about the volunteer opportunities, take a tour of the center, and talk with staff and volunteers. Contact www. ddfl.org.

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Elbert County Sheriff’s Posse: Supports the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office and the Office of Emergency Management with detentions support, patrol, administrative duties, event security, emergency services support, and call-outs as need arises. Need: With proper training and clearances, volunteers help with patrol, fingerprinting, records keeping, community event security services, disaster response and management (wildfire, tornado, blizzard, flood, disaster relief, etc.). Requirements: Must be 21 years or older; retired individuals are great. Must complete an employment application, pass a background check, and complete interviews. After being sworn in, in the first three months of membership, complete a minimum of 45 hours of orientation and training curriculum. After this 90-day probationary period, members must log a minimum of 10 hours of month and attend monthly training meetings. Persons ages 15-20, may join the Elbert County Sheriffs

Explorer POST that is associated with the Posse. Contact: David Peontek at djp1911@msn. com or 303-646-5456. Go to http://www. elbertcountysheriff.com/posse.html; print out and complete an employment application and turn it into the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office in Kiowa, “Attn: David Peontek.” Feeding Denver’s Hungry: serves 8001,000 people and families in need in lower downtown Denver. Need: help distribute food the second and fourth Thursday of each month. Donation also accepted. Contact: www.feedingdenvershungry.org or https://www.facebook.com/FeedingDenversHungry/ Front Range BEST: Hosts free robotics competitions for middle and high school students. Need: Volunteer judges for competions. Contact: Tami Kirkland, 720-323-6827 or Tami.Kirkland@FrontRangeBEST.org Gateway Battered Women’s Shelter: Serves victims of family violence in Aurora and Arapahoe County. Need: Volunteers help with crisis-line management, children’s services, legal advocacy, community education and other shelter services. Donations: Also accepts used cell phones (younger than 4 years) to give to victims. Mail to Gateway at P.O. Box 914, Aurora, CO 80040, or drop them off at Neighborly Thrift Store, 3360 S. Broadway, Englewood Requirements: Must attend a 26-hour training session; bilingual skills welcome Contact: Jeneen Klippel-Worden, 303-3431856 or jkworden@gatewayshelter.com Girl Scouts of Colorado: Youth organization for girls. Need: Troop leaders, office support, administrative help and more Age Requirement: Men and women, 18 and older Contact: www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org, inquiry@gscolorado.org or 1-877-404-5708 Global Orphan Relief: Develops and supports programs bringing light, comfort and security to orphans around the world. Need: Super stars with website development, users of the abundant resources of social media. Those with great connection ability are needed to help with the development of the donor pool. Contact: Those interested serving this faithbased Colorado nonprofit can contact Deitra Dupray, 303-895-7536 or dadupray@ comcast.net. GraceFull Community Café: Provides a place in Littleton where people of all backgrounds can gather, eat well and be inspired to give back. Cafe is open for breakfast and lunch, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. A partner of the GraceFull Foundation. Need: Opportunities for food preparation, guest service, cleaning and dishwashing. Location: 5610 Curtice St., Littleton Contact: Sign up for volunteer opportunities at http://gracefullcafe.com/volunteer/ Habitat ReStore: Nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers. Need: Volunteers for Wheat Ridge, Denver or Littleton Habitat ReStores, helping with the cash register, dock and warehouse floor Contact: 303-996-5468, email Alice Goble at Alice@habitatmetrodenver.org

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Stampede set to charge ahead Town’s signature event comes back for 54th time BY JULIE A. TAYLOR SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

The countdown to Elizabeth’s largest and longestrunning event is underway. In just over a week, the son of a cowboy-music legend will kick off the four-day event, sending thousands of locals and travelers through mutton bustin’, a parade, 50 vendors, carnival rides and bull riding each day. The Elizabeth Stampede rodeo returns on May 31 for its 54th year, offering all of the excitement and attractions that has earned it the approval of top bull riders and patrons, and some of the highest awards. “What you’re going to see is one of the best professional rodeos in the nation in that little venue at Casey Jones

Park, with the stands nestled in the pine trees, and the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains,” said Jace Glick, Elizabeth Stampede president. With a competition of 550 other small-market rodeos across the nation, the Stampede has earned the Mountain States Circuit of the Year 16 times, among a number of other esteemed awards. “We have the best cowboys in the business coming to our tiny rodeo; the baddest, brawniest bulls in the business,” Glick said. “Probably a third of our contestants have been to the big show before.” The rurally located Stampede attracts professional riders because it starts earlier than most, being one of the first rodeos of the season. Plus, it is renowned for its cowboy hospitality as it feeds the riders and their families and is one of the only small rodeos in the nation to offer free medical assistance in its sports medicine trailer. “That’s just unheard of, and as a result we truly put on

Steve Woolsey of Payson, Utah, takes a spin on a bull at last year’s Elizabeth Stampede one of the best, unbelievable rodeo shows in the nation,” Glick said. “It’s magical. It’s cool.” This marks Glick’s third year as president, and the Stampede’s third year bringing in a carnival and concert. “If you know anything about Chris LeDoux, he’s a cowboy legend. We all grew up on his music,” Glick said of the musician who passed away in 2005. “His son Ned

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LeDoux is now singing his stuff. That’ll be big this year.” Board member Joanne Hoefer helped organize this year’s concert, which falls on May 31. “We think the concert is going to be great this year,” Hoefer said. “Our opening act is Ned LeDoux and our headliner is Stoney LaRue. We have reserved seating as well as standing room, which is down in front of the stage.

All tickets are the same price and the concert is open to all ages.” Although Elizabeth saw glimpses of pony races and cowboy gatherings as far back as the early 1900s, it wasn’t until 1937 that the town put on an organized amateur rodeo through the Elizabeth Commercial Association.

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AFTER-HOURS CULTURAL ACTIVITIES • Denver Botanic Gardens 1007 York St., Denver www.botanicgardens.org/ events/special-events/ summer-concert-series www.botanicgardens.org/ programs/family-funnight-stories-and-smores

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When it comes to after-hours activities, these facilities’ events mainly fall into two categories — series and one-offs. The Museum of Nature & Science has a monthly Science Lounge series specifically for those who are 21 years old and older, featuring rotating topics and special drinks on the third Thursday of every month. Likewise, the zoo hosts the Watering Hole, an adult lecture series that features a unique theme, light appetizers and a cash bar. The Museum of Contemporary Art has several after-hour programs during the summer, including the Three Things, Any Three Things series, which is an experiment in performance, lecture and music. There is also B-Side Music Fridays, a rooftop summer music series focused on presenting the best emerging Denver bands. Finally, the museum works with the Denver Center for the Performing Arts to host Mixed Taste, which pairs two speakers, giving presentations on completely unrelated subjects, followed by questions from the audience on both topics at the same time. “These after-hours events allow the museum to better integrate into people’s everyday life,” said Clayton Kenney, director of experience and strategy with the MCA. “They also help make MCA Denver a social gathering place, and not just a white box with objects on the walls.” Then there are the special events that visitors have just one opportunity to participate in. Such events include Do At The Zoo, which will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. on June 21, which allows attendees the chance to sample dishes from 70 of the city’s best restaurants and purveyors

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The tour allows visitors the chance to see 10 working artists’ private home studios not usually open to the public. The self-guided driving tour includes artists working in acrylic, oil, watercolor, sculpture, ceramics, fused glass, flamework, photography and more. Tour maps are available at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Al-

• Denver Museum of Nature & Science 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver www.dmns.org/learn/adults/ after-hours/ www.dmns.org/learn/adults/ the-science-lounge/ • Denver Zoo 2300 Steele St., Denver www.denverzoo.org/doatthezoo www.denverzoo.org/events/ watering-hole

Every summer the Botanic Gardens hosts several family fun night events, allowing families to explore the Mordecai Children’s Garden. COURTESY OF DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS of the local craft beer, wine and spirits. Tickets include an open bar as well as live musical entertainment. “We have tasting stations all over the zoo, so people can explore while they’re eating,” said Kubié. “This is a chance to engage with people on a different level. You can have a night out with dinner and get to see what the animals are like in the evenings. It’s the best of both worlds.” The History Colorado Center is also getting in on the fun, hosting “Collecting America’s Passion” from 7 to 8 p.m.

lison Parkway, Belmar Block 7, 445 S Saulsbury St., or 40West Arts District, 1560 Teller St. For more info go to www.anamcarastudiogallery.com/ artists-home-studio-tour. Clarke’s Concert of the Week — Ravi Coltrane at Dazzle It is entirely possible John and Alice Coltrane were the most talented married couple in modern American music — two jazz masters who were fearless in their exploration of their art and the spiritual world. Their second son, Ravi, have fol-

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on July 16. The evening will explore the history and legacy of baseball and share stories behind some of the artifacts in the new Play Ball! exhibit. And the Museum of Nature & Science has a changing line-up of after-hours programs that includes everything from an evening with astronaut Kjell Lindgren and audience-driven tours through space at the planetarium. “The museum offers a lot for adults who want to get out,” Phillips said. “We’re a place where adults of all ages can explore.”

lowed in his parents’ legendary steps, playing with jazz giants like Elvin Jones, Terence Blanchard and McCoy Tyner. He also sees many of the reissues of his parents’ most important works. Ravi Coltrane will be spending two evenings at Denver’s Dazzle jazz club, 1512 Curtis St., this week. He’ll be playing at 6 and 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 6 and Thursday, June 7. For tickets and more visit www.dazzledenver.com. An interactive tribute to The Beatles No two people’s lists of favorite Beatles songs are going to look the same — that’s what happen when a group has as many stone-cold classics as the Fab Four. But that’s what Beatles tribute group Yesterday and Today thrive on. The band anchored by The McGuigan Brothers, provide audiences with an interactive listening experience. Yesterday and Today are stopping by the Lone Tree Arts Center as part of its Tunes on the Terrace series at 8 p.m. on Friday, June 8. Unlike many tribute bands, Yesterday and Today perform as themselves and leave the song choices completely to the audience. A set list is created five minutes before the show, based upon the songs selected by members of the crowd. As such, every show is a different experience. Go to www. lonetreeartscenter.org to get tickets.

• History Colorado Center 1200 Broadway, Denver www.historycolorado.org/ event/collecting-americaspastime/2018/07/16-0 • Museum of Contemporary Art Denver 1485 Delgany St., Denver www.mcadenver.org/events/ series/3-things-any-3things www.mcadenver.org/events/ series/b-side-music-fridays • Denver Center for the Performing Arts 1101 13th St., Denver www.denvercenter.org/ events

Hiwan Museum reaches an once-a-century milestone Evergreen’s Hiwan Museum has been around longer than many cities in Jefferson County have been in existence, and in June the museum is celebrating its 100th birthday. Completed in 1918, the main building of the Hiwan Museum was previously known as Camp Neosho. To mark the centennial occasion the museum, 28473 Meadow Drive, is debuting a new exhibit called “The Hand-Built Home: A Century of Camp Neosho.” The exhibit will explore the early history and construction of the camp. The museum will also host a free day from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 23. This event will feature live music, woodworking demonstrations, live bird displays by Nature’s Educators, and other family-friendly activities. Food trucks currently scheduled include Peak Pops, Wheels on Fire and California Wrap Runners, with brews from Evergreen Brewery. Musical performances from Rex Rideout, Evergreen Players and Chris Doyle will add to the festivities. For more information, visit www. jeffco.us/1251/Hiwan-Heritage-Park. Clarke Reader’s column on culture appears on a weekly basis. A community editor with Colorado Community Media, he can be reached creader@ coloradocommunitymedia.com.

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Camp to promote thrill of music-making STAFF REPORT

Nationally known percussion artists will work with local educators to provide intensive, hands-on instruction to young percussionists this summer. Boomer Music and Littleton High School’s joint summer camp will cover drumline fundamentals, basic and advanced techniques, sectional playing, ensemble performance and leadership skills. The Yamaha Sounds of Summer camp is June 4-5 at the high school, 199 E. Littleton Blvd. It is open to musicians in grades 7-12. The two days of camp will include group rehearsals, sectionals, individual instruction, clinics and performances, as well as The Marching Essentials book series. Since its incep-

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Recreation Camping Singles is a group of Colorado single adults who enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, swimming, biking, sightseeing, photography, the camaraderie of others, and starry nights around the camp fire. We usually camp in designated forest service or state park campgrounds within 2 to 5 hours of Denver. We welcome all single adults. Our membership ranges from the 40s to 60-plus. We usually meet at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month. For specific meeting information, contact campingsingles@ gmail.com Denver Walking Tours Denver area residents and visitors are invited to experience downtown Denver through a free walking tour, a two-hour excursion that starts in Civic Center Park, winds through downtown past more than a dozen of Denver’s distinctive landmarks and ends in front of Coors Field. Tours are offered every day. No reservations needed. Tours are free, and tips are encouraged. Go to http://www.denverfreewalkingtours.com/ for details. Duplicate Bridge ACBL sanctioned open game at noon Mondays at The Hub, 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree. Reservations are required; partners are arranged. Call Sue at 303-641-3534. Colorado Woodworkers Guild: 6:30-8:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month in the basement of Rockler Woodworking, 2553 S. Colorado Blvd. Anyone interested in woodworking is welcome. Contact vicepresident@coloradowoodworkersguild.org. Learn to Fly Fish: 9-11 a.m. Saturdays at Orvis Park Meadows, 8433 Park Meadows Center Drive, Unit 149, Lone Tree. The free Fly Fishing 101 course teaches the basics including fly casting, outfit rigging, and knot tying. After completing FF101, sign up for the free FF201 class at a local stocked pond and practice hooking, playing and landing fish. For information or to sign up, call 303-

tion in 1985, the camp has helped more than 55,000 percussionists across the country hone their skills, according to a news release from Boomer Music. Percussion players at this year’s session will study under Bret Kuhn, adjunct professor at Northern Illinois University Prospect High School, with assistance by Shilo Stroman, assistant professor of percussion at Colorado State University. “Students develop great mastery and confidence as they experience the excitement of playing music and working as a team,” Ward Durrett, program coordinator at Boomer Music, said in the news release. For information about the camp, contact Durrett at 970-223-2424 or ward@drumswest.com.

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768-9600 or go to www.orvis.com/s/parkmeadows-colorado-orvis-retail-store/620. Panorama China Painters This is a handpainted china club. If you have ever painted china or want to learn more about it, come visit the club. For more information, call Leota at 303-791-9283. Club meets from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every third Thursday at Castlewood Library, 6739 S. Uinta St. Centennial. Phidippides Track Club welcomes runners of all abilities to our weekly track workouts at Belleview Elementary next to Cherry Creek Park. The group meets at 5:45 p.m. Tuesdays at the track, and running starts by 6 p.m. Workouts are usually 30-40 minutes and cover 3-4 miles of intervals with plenty of recovery time. For more information or to join, please go to http://www.phidippides. org/. Salty Dog Sailing Club If you love to sail or want to try, if you don’t have a boat, if you have a boat but don’t sail enough because you cannot find a crew, the Salty Dog Sailing Club is for you. The club meets the second Thursday of the month. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. with the business meeting commencing at 7 p.m. Go to www.saltydog. org for meeting locations and directions. SilverSneakers Fitness, Silver&Fit at ACC The Arapahoe Community College fitness center offers the SilverSneakers Fitness and Silver&Fit programs for seniors in the south metro Denver area. For more information about health and fitness options at ACC, call 303-797-5850. Social Columbine Genealogical and Historical Society meets at Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Program meetings are the second Tuesday of each month, except in June, July, August and December. Genealogy workshop programs and early-bird meetings are the third Tuesday of each month, except in June, July, August and December. Visit www.ColumbineGenealogy.com or contact Bob Jenkins, CGHS president, at ColumbineGenealogy@gmail.com.

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THINGS to DO

THEATER

Zikr Dance Ensemble “Runes”: 7:30 p.m. June 2 and 2 p.m. June 3 at Lakewood Cultural Center (Lakewood.org); 2 p.m. Sunday, June 10 at the Lone Tree Arts Center (lonetreeartscenter.org); 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 15-16 at Dairy Center for the Arts, Boulder; and 2 p.m. Sunday, June 17 at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, Northglenn (northglennarts.org). Go to www.zikrdance.com or call 303-884-1910. Ain’t Misbehavin’: playing through June 17 at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St., Littleton. Tickets on sale at the box office or online at www.TownHallArtsCenter.org

ART

“In Living Color” Art Show: on display June 2 to July 31 at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Watercolor and oil paintings of nature by local artists Patricia Nash and Judy S. Purcell. All available for purchase.

MUSIC

Ballroom and Latin Potluck Dance Party: 8-9:30 p.m. Friday, June 1 at Adventures in Dance Studio, 1500 W. Littleton Blvd., Ste. 207, Littleton. Ballroom, Latin, swing, salsa and tango dance to DJ ballroom and Latin tunes. Swap your favorite finger food recipes. Go to https://www.adventuresindance.com/event/ballroom-latinpotluck-dance-party/ The Kilted Man: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 5 at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Concert of traditional Irish and Scottish music, by Matthew Gurnsey. Call 303-795-3961. Brian Setzer’s Rockabilly Riot: 7 p.m. Sunday, June 10 at Hudson Gardens and Event Center, 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Go to http://www.hudsongardens.org for tickets and other information. Dancing in the Streets Summer Concert: FACE: 6:30-8 p.m. June 13 in Commons Park at the Streets at SouthGlenn. Boulder’s acapella sensation kicks off the concert series. Admission is free. Go to www. shopsouthglenn.com for information. Other concerts in the series are The Rumour, June 27; Premium Diesel, July 11; That Eighties Band, July 25; Tunisia, Aug. 8; and The Long Run, Colorado’s Tribute to The Eagles, Aug. 22.

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this week’s TOP FIVE Parker Days Festival: June 7-10 on Mainstreet in Parker. Event features shows, carnival rides, parade, food, concerts and more. The festival’s headline concert featuring Trace Adkins is at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 7. For hours, tickets and other information, go to http://parkerdaysfestival.com/ History of Eisenhower-Johnson Memorial Tunnels: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 7 at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. 50th anniversary of the first blast to start construction of the tunnels; presented by senior historian Lisa Schoch from CDOT. Go to www.castlerockhistorialsociety.org. Contact 303-814-3164 or museum@castlerockhistorialsociety.org. Rotary Ducky Derby 2018: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 9 at Festival Park, Second and Wilcox streets in downtown Castle Rock. Fundraiser for the local Castle Rock Rotary Clubs. Proceeds support Douglas Elbert Task Force, Women’s Crisis Center and Wellspring. Prizes awarded to ticket holders based on the

Saturday, June 2 at all seven Douglas County Libraries branches. Party includes Neverland-themed crafts, activities, games, snacks, face painting and more. For all ages. Register for summer reading at DCL.org/summer-reading. Evening with Pulitzer Prize Winning Author Jennifer Egan: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 5 at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Egan will talk about her new book “Manhattan Beach,” which was awarded the Carnegie Medal of Excellence in Fiction. She also wrote Pulitzer Prize winning “A Visit from the Good Squad” and several other novels and a short story collection. Registration required. Call 303-7917323 or DCL.org. DCL Presents: Author Karen Kingsbury: 7-10 p.m. Wednesday, June 6 at CU South Denver, 10035 Peoria St., Parker. Go to https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/dclpresents-karen-kingsburytickets-44450655106 or DCL.org/authors-events.

EVENTS

Picnic at the Ranch, Grandparents Meetup: 5-7 p.m. Friday, June 1 at the Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch. Picnicstyle dinner with raffle giveaways. Meet other grandparents in the Highlands Ranch community. Contact Tami Lopez at 303-548-5942. Harmony Horse Expo: noon to 5 p.m. Friday, June 1, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 2 at Harmony Equine Center, 5540 E. Highway 86, Franktown. Take

finish position of their numbered ducky. Go to https://rotaryclubofcastlerock.org/sitepage/ ducky-derby-2018/welcome-ducky-derby-2018 Main Street Block Party: 6-11 p.m. Saturday, June 9. Experience downtown Littleton’s charm. Family friendly evening includes live music, entertainment, two fireworks shows, food and street acts. Admission is free. Call 303-7955006 or go to the event’s Facebook page. Summer Kickoff: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, June 9 at Centennial Center Park, 130505 E Peakview Ave., Centennial. Live music by Groovealicious, a funk soul band; followed by Chris Daniels and the Kings. South Metro Fire will conduct summer safety demonstrations from 4-6 p.m. Bring chairs and blankets. Go to http:// www.centennialco.gov/Things-To-Do/calendar.as px?calEventId=a624f3e84ede4a8cbf82b6d0f00 272b2#/CalendarContent

guided tours of the property, attend horsemanship workshops and training demonstrations, and meet adoptable horses. Go to harmonyequinecenter.org/harmonyhorse-expo/ A Gathering of the People: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 2 at Takoda Tavern, 12311 Pine Bluffs Way, Parker. Full day of Native culture and fun. Bring a donation of a nonperishable food item or hygiene products. Go to http://www. onenationwt.org/ event/a-gathering-of-the-people-2/?instance_ id=28. Elizabeth Stampede: Friday, June 1 to Sunday, June 2, with an opening night concert at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 31, with Stoney LaRue and Ned LeDoux. The Xtreme Bulls show begins at 7 p.m. June 1; Behind the Chutes tour is at 5:30 p.m. and at 12:30 p.m. June 3. The vendor alley is open every day. Tickets and more information available at elizabethstampede.com. Elephant Rock Cycling Festival: Saturday, June 2 and Sunday, June 3 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock. Registration and packet pickup can be done from noon to 7 p.m. June 2. Expo events begin at noon and conclude with a bike-in movie at 8:30 p.m. in downtown Castle Rock. Sunday’s registration and packet pick up open from 5-9 a.m., with rides beginning at 5:30 a.m. All courses

close by 4:30 p.m. The June 3 expo activities begin 10 a.m. and continue through 5 p.m. Go to https://www.elephantrockride. com Lawn Mower Exchange: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 2 at Arapahoe Community College, 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Go to http://www.mowdownpollution. org/residential. Program helps residents get rid of their old gasoline powered mowers and switch to electric mowers. “Water” You Waiting For? 5:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 6 at Eastridge Recreation Center, Outdoor Pool, 9568 University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Adult swim evening. Bring a picnic dinner or snacks. For ages 21-plus only. Purchase tickets at www. HRCAonline.org/tickets. Pinball Showdown and Gameroom Expo: Friday to Sunday, June 8-10 at Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows, 10345 Park Meadows Drive, Lone Tree. For casual and competitive players of all ages and skills on pinball and arcade games. Go to www. pinballshowdown.com. Classic Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 9 at Cherry Hills Community Church, 3900 Grace Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Go to https://hrcaonline.org. Exotic Sports Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 10 at Arapahoe

Community College, 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Go to http:// coloradoconcours.org. Colorado Concours d’ Elegance show features nearly 500 rare sports and classic cars, early collectibles and latest exotics. Proceeds benefit Ability Connection Colorado’s Creative Options for Early Childhood Education Centers. Downtown Walking Tours: 10:30 a.m. the fourth Saturday of the month from June to September. The 45-minute tour begins at The Courtyard on Perry Street, between Third and Fourth streets, and will conclude at the Castle Rock Museum, 420 Elbert St. Contact 303-814-3164 or museum@castlerockhistoricalsociety.org.

HEALTH

Barre and Bubbles: 6-8 p.m. Friday, June 1 at Northridge Recreation Center, 8801 Broadway, Highlands Ranch. After class, enjoy champagne, apps and mingling. Must be 21-plus. Info: Search for Barre and Bubbles on Facebook.

EDUCATION

STEAMWorks: 2-3 p.m. Saturday, June 9 at the Lone Tree Library, 10055 Library Way, Lone Tree. Explore science, technology, engineering, arts and math through hands-on activities. Ages 13-plus. No registration required. Call 303791-7323 or DCL.org. Learn About: Bees and Other Pollinators: 1:30-3:30 p.m. Friday, June 8 at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Explore the importance of bees and other vital pollinators. Speaker from the Colorado State Beekeepers Association. Ages 50-plus. Registration required. Call 303-791-7323 or go to dcl.org. Business Start-Up Basics: 6:308:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 12 at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Learn what you need to consider to start a profitable business. Go to http://www.aurora-southmetrosbdc.com/training. Douglas County AAUW Scholarship: Douglas County residents in need of financial support while pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree should follow instructions and fill out application online at douglascounty-co.aauw. net. Application, transcripts and letters of recommendation are due by July 15. Scholarships awarded for the 2018 academic year may be used for tuition, books or childcare while attending school. Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. To place a calendar item, go to eventlink.coloradocommunitymedia.com.

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Other occurrences, like World War II and funding challenges, halted the event over the decades leading up to 1966 when it was then branded Elizabeth Stampede. Since then, the rodeo has grown in size and events every year. The June 1 rodeo honors first responders. June 2 is filled from morning until night with a parade, “Behind the Chutes” tours and rodeo performances, with proceeds going to the Stampede Foundation. “We don’t strive in our organization to make money, but to include everyone in

our community,” Glick said. “It’s important to share the bounty, so to speak. We take that money and pour it right back into the community.” June 3 starts with cowboy church and ends with a final rodeo, honoring veterans. As president, Glick said his favorite aspect of the rodeo is the opportunity to show good leadership by action and not words to his 275 volunteers. “A beautiful part of that is an amazing amount of awesome friendships and relationships,” Glick said. But his favorite event as a patron? “The same thing for most people, bull racing or barrel racing — pretty girls going fast or people climbing up on a big ugly bull.”

IF YOU GO The Elizabeth Stampede offers a plethora of events from its opening concert to its final rodeo. May 31 Concert night • 5 p.m. to 10 pm — Vendor Alley open • 6:30 p.m. — Gates open • 7:30 p.m. — Concert, Stoney LaRue and Ned LeDoux June 1 First responders night and Elizabeth Stampede PRCA Rodeo • 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. — Vendor Alley open • 5 p.m. — Gates open • 5:30 p.m. — “Behind The

Chutes” tour • 7 p.m. — Xtreme Bulls • 9:30 p.m. — Dance band, Christopher Thomas and the Branded, included with rodeo ticket or $10 admission at the door June 2 Two PRCA rodeo performances • 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. — Vendor Alley open • 10 a.m. — Parade • Noon — Gates open • 12:30 p.m. — “Behind The Chutes” tour • 2 p.m. — “Tough Enough to Wear Pink” rodeo performance • 5:30 p.m. — “Behind The

Chutes” tour • 7 p.m. — “Together We’re Better” rodeo performance • 9:30 p.m. — Dance to Dustin Devine and the Real Deal, $10 admission at the door June 3 One PRCA rodeo performance • 8 a.m. — Cowboy church, west stands • 8 a.m. — Slack performance, free admission • Noon — Gates open • 12:30 p.m. — “Behind The Chutes” tour • 2 p.m. — Red White & Blue Rodeo • 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Vendor Alley open

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ROAD kicks off CarFit events Free checkups go back to the basics to help aging drivers BY STAFF REPORT

An educational program that offers older adults the opportunity to check how well their personal vehicles fit them returns again this summer. CarFit events bring trained technicians to work with drivers to make small adjustments to basic things such as proper settings for their side mirrors and seat positioning. These adjustments can make a big difference in a driver’s comfort and help them project them and those around them. CarFit is offered by Reaching Older Adult Drivers (ROAD) and a number of partners in the Denver metro area. It was created by the American Society on Aging and developed in collaboration with AAA, AARP and the American Occupational Therapy Association. The 20-minute checkups are free, and registration is preferred. CarFit appointments are offered: June 20, 9-11 a.m., Cook Park Recreation Center, 7100 Cherry Creek Drive South, Denver; June 22, 2-4 p.m., Aurora Cen-

ter for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle, Aurora; June 28, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heather Gardens, 2888 S. Heather Gardens Way, Aurora; July 10, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., AAA Colorado-Southglenn, 7400 S. University Blvd., Centennial; July 18, 9-11 a.m., Cook Park Recreation Center, 7100 Cherry Creek Drive South, Denver; Aug. 15, 9-11 a.m., Cook Park Recreation Center, 7100 Cherry Creek Drive South, Denver; Sept. 10, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., AAA Colorado-Southglenn, 7400 S. University Blvd., Centennial; Sept. 14, 2-4 p.m. Aurora Center for Active Adults, 30 Del Mar Circle, Aurora. ROAD was formed in response to research indicating that aging drivers will drive more and longer than any generation in history, according to a news release. It is funded by the National Highway Safety Administration and administered by the Colorado Department of Transportation. Older drivers are often the safest drivers in that they are more likely to wear seat belts and less likely to speed or drive while intoxicate, the release says. However, older drivers are more likely to be killed or seriously injured when a crash does occur because of the greater fragility of their aging bodies.

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Marketplace ANNOUNCEMENTS Auctions CDOT Public Online Auction

Gvt Auction Only: Fri, June 15th - 2:00 PM Public Auction: Fri, June 29th – 2:00PM 18500 E Colfax Ave, Aurora www.Dickensheet.com (303) 934-8322 Dickensheet & Associates, Inc.

Misc. Notices Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201

WIDOWED MEN AND WOMEN OF AMERICA.

A social club offering many exciting social activities and friendships. Link 10 social hours, 4-6 P each Thur at Innsider Bar and Grill, Holiday Inn, 7390 Hampton Ave., Lkwd. Visit widowedamerica.org or contact Bob, 303-979-0181.

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Arvada

Whisper Creek Community Garage Sale 87th & AlKire (East Side) or 90th and Indiana (West Side) June 1st & 2nd 7:30am-2pm each day Garage/Moving Sale

Friday 6/1 – Saturday 6/2 8 AM – 2 PM Furniture, oak table & chairs, large leather couch, household & decorative items, dishes, tools, large workbench, porch furniture & more. 6771 Quartz Way, Arvada

Gigantic Church Sale

St. Michael & All Angels' Church 1400 S. University Blvd, Denver Pre Sale 6/7 5:00pm-7:00pm Surcharge $5 for Pre Sale Sale 6/8 9:00am to 5:00pm Bag Sale 6/9 9am-noon Fill our bags for $5:00 ea. or your trunk for $25.00 Antiques, good furniture, estate items, books, housewares, collectibles. Highlands Ranch 2869 Huntsford Circle Friday June 1st 8am-3pm & Saturday June 2nd 8am-12 Stanley mitre box and saw, Thumb nailer, Tools!, Vintage Jewelry, Furniture/Collectibles, Princess Kate Dolls and backpacks and much more! Huge Annual Antique, Collectible & Horse Drawn Farm Equipment Sale Horse Drawn Farm Equipment, Wood Wheel Wagons, Buggy, Steel Wheels, Misc. Farm Tons of Collectibles, Glasware Thurs-Sun May 31st, June 1st, 2nd & 3rd 8:00AM-4pm 10824 E Black Forest Dr Parker 80138 720-842-1716

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Maplewood Estates Annual Neighborhood Garage Sale

Friday & Saturday June 1st & 2nd Starts at 8:00 am 50 - 75 Families Fun, Food & Great Stuff! Follow the Signs Between W. 64th or W. 72nd Ave. Off Oak St. Between Kipling & Simms in West Arvada Sponsored by The Smith Group at RE/MAX Alliance 303-877-1273

Community Garage Sale Friday & Saturday June 1st & 2nd Visit our annual neighborhood garage sale! Metzler Ranch is a community of over 400 homes and is located in Castle Rock, (one block south of Founder's Pkwy and Woodland Blvd; east of I-25) Look for the signs & great deals. There is something for everybody.

Multi-Family Mid Lakewood Neighborhood Garage Sale

Fri-Sat June 8-9 8am-4pm Maps will be available of participating homes Area N. of Alameda, E. of Garrison, W. of Wadsworth and S. of 6th Ave. Parker

Yearly Farm Item Sale

Horse Drawn Farm Items Hay Rake, Harrow Cart, Milk Can Cart, 10 Iron Wheels, 25 Spike Rotary Hoe Wheels, Horse Collar, Leather, Neck Yokes, Hames, John Deere Pedal Tractor and Trailer, Fishing Items, Baseball cards and records, Lots of small items, 75% of the sale = old farm items and farm yard art cash only please 8258 Inspiration Drive, Parker Friday - Sunday June 1, 2 & 3 9am-7pm (303)841-0856

MERCHANDISE Arts & Crafts 21st Annual Winter Park Craft Fair

Friday August 10 - Saturday August 11 Sunday August 12 Lions Pancake Breakfast Come and enjoy!! Vendor space available 970-531-3170 - jjbeam@hotmail.com

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TRANSPORTATION

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Autos for Sale Furniture Oak Dining Table w/6 chairs 2 leafs will seat up to 10 people $750 (303)807-6933

Miscellaneous 2 Burial Spaces Worth $4895 each Asking $4290 for both Excellent Value Shirley 303-601-4634

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2 adjacent full casket crypts in the Chapel area of Tower of Memories There are no other crypts avail. in this sold out mausoleum Selling price is $55,000 for the pair no furneral services incl. Serious offers only Contact Glenn c/o Regis Jesuit H.S. 303-269-8041 or gchurchill@regisjesuit.com

Bicycles

HUGE COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE (Up to 86 garages) at St. Andrews at plum Creek community, located in Castle Rock, CO. Sale will be held on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 14, 15 and 16 June 2018 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm each day. Follow your GPS to 3123 Newport Circle, Castle Rock, CO for the center of the community. The homes are located on Mount Royal Drive, Newport Circle and Compass Circle. From Exit 181 (Plum Creek Parkway) off of I-25 follow the signs to Mount Royal Drive. A full range of items will be on sale from appliances to baby clothes.

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2004 Porsche Cheyenne $3750 1985 300ZX 2x2 best offer (303)985-2458

2011 Toyota Camry XLE 4 Cylinder Automatic 118K miles, red, complete detail new brakes and tires, fresh tune up, plus transmission service, NADA $9825 Need $9600 303-482-5156

For Sale School Bus 2005 Blue Bird Vision 106,000 miles 71 capacity $6500 or best offer. Please contact Kimberly DeHaven 303-806-2030

For Sale School Bus 1999 Blue Bird 3500 172,000 miles, 65 capacity asking $5000 or best offer. Please contact Kimberly DeHaven 303-806-2030

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RV’s and Campers 2015 24' Starcraft Launch Ultra-Lite Trailer, 1 slide out, Electric awning/hitch and many extras, $14,500 (303)422-7499 or 720-933-6323

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Char Broil Electric Table Grill Hardly Used, Like New $50 303-345-5749

Cemetery Lots Companion Interment Sites with 3 Granite Placements (1 is tall) 40% discount from Horan and McConaty • Price of $7,686. • Your price is $4,611. Location is at County Line and Holly overlooking golf course. 303-551-4930

1977 4 wheel drive Chevy Pick up with Northrupp plow Just had a tune up and a new transmission put in Good for snow removal Truck not much to look but the engine is a work horse $2800 obo 720-351-9597 or 303-674-8909

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SPORTS Cherry Creek wins state girls golf title

Two-day tourney ended with school getting its 11th championship BY JIM BENTON JBENTON@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Coach Randy Smith spent a lot of time for two days watching the persistence of his Cherry Creek girls golf team.

The Bruins, three strokes back of Regis Jesuit and two behind Grandview after the first round of the Class 5A girls state golf tournament on May 21, had a three-golfer final round of 235 on May 22 and won the state championship for the 11th time in school history. Creek, with two freshmen, a sophomore and senior on its four-player team, wound up two strokes in front of Centennial League rival Grandview in the team standings of the tournament held at the Boulder Coun-

ty Club. Creek came in at 478 strokes compared to 480 for Grandview and for third-place Fossil Ridge. Payton Canon led the way for the Bruins as the senior tied for third place in the individual standings. “This came down to persistence,” said Smith. “They just wouldn’t give up. We faced a ton of adversity out there. All season, overcoming adversity has been our number one priority and then let the results handle themselves. I’m really pleased with such a young group that they were

able to show some maturity beyond their years.” Smith didn’t offer any information to his players about the team standings during the round, but teammates Alyssa Chin, Rachel Penzenstadler and Kaylynn Xia were watching behind the 18th green and knew the Bruins were in contention when Canon was putting. “They didn’t know where we were,” said Smith. “It was a matter of taking SEE STATE GOLF, P39

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well prepared, but unfortunately, our shots weren’t getting into the net,” Bruins coach Bailey Zerr said. “Defensively, we had a good game plan but they are a tough team to stop and their systems were tough to beat. It took us a while to adjust and we didn’t quite have it at the end to finish it out once we figured out their system.” She said Colorado Academy played a strong ball-control style but the coach said when her team had the ball they mounted good attacks but, for some reason, their shots weren’t falling.

t has almost become run-of-themill these days to tune into the news on television or car radio to hear about some decision that leaves you shaking your head. The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) OVERTIME recently made news with an announcement that I am having trouble accepting and that has me wallowing around trying to see both sides of the subject. The NFHS and NFHS Network have Jim Benton entered into a partnership with PlayVS to start e-sports competition in high schools. Starting this fall, PlayVS will introduce e-sports to high school and state associations with an initial rollout in at least 15 states. After regular-season competition, state championship games will be played before a live audience. E-sports or electronic sports is a form of competition using video games played on computers, video game consoles and even some arcade machines. In the NFHS message, it was pointed out that e-sports is a way for students who haven’t been involved in a sport or activity to become involved. And the costs to implement e-sports are minimal compared to starting more traditional sports. That is a plus for e-sports competition, but I have a big problem with youngsters already glued to devices

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Isabel Anrema, 3, drives a Cherry Creek attack during the May 23 State Girls Lacrosse Championship against Colorado Academy played on the University of Denver campus. Anrema had a goal and an assist for the Bruins but Colorado Academy won the game 13-7 to claim the state title. TOM MUNDS

Cherry Creek girls second at state lacrosse Colorado Academy again takes home the trophy BY TOM MUNDS TMUNDS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

There were smiles through the tears as the members of the Cherry Creek girls lacrosse team held up the second-place trophy for their fans after the Class 5A state tournament ended May 23 at the Barton Stadium on the University of Denver Campus. This was the fourth year Cherry Creek and Colorado Academy faced

off for the state girls lacrosse championship. The Mustangs won three titles in a row coming into the game and they took their fourth championship trophy home May 23 after winning the game 13-7. The game lived up to its billing early. The Bruins scored first but Colorado Academy responded and tied the score. It was back and forth early and the Mustangs led 5-4 at the end of the first half But Colorado Academy outscored the Bruins 4-1 early in the second half to stretch its lead. Cherry Creek played hard but wasn’t able to close the gap. “I thought we came out hard and

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June 1, 2018J Arapahoe’s Cade Segura makes the slide to third base, just beating the throw to Mountain Range’s Braden Courter. Arapahoe was eliminated 1-0 from the 5A baseball playoffs May 26 at All City Field in Denver. PAUL DISALVO

Warriors’ run comes to end Mountain Range eliminated Arapahoe from state baseball tournament BY JIM BENTON JBENTON@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Coach Jim Dollaghan’s Arapahoe Warriors played baseball on a sunny May 26 day at All-City Stadium in Denver. Arapahoe was playing Mountain Range in the Class 5A double-elimination state baseball tournament. The Warriors, who surprised top-seeded and previously unbeaten Mountain Vista in the first game of the state tourney, advanced to a game between unbeaten tournament teams on May 22, but lost 7-4 to Heritage. That sent Arapahoe into the loser’s bracket and into an elimination contest against Mountain Range, and the Warriors saw their season come to an end with a 1-0 loss to the Mustangs “We came out those first two games and looked like world beaters,” said Dollaghan. “You hope you get hot and

stay hot through the tournament. Only one team came out with a state championship trophy, but these kids wanted to put Arapahoe back on the map — and they did. “They turned some heads. They proved that we could be there. They were a scrappy bunch of kids. They really wanted to play baseball in late May. Every team wants to win and go out and be state champions, but you have to take it pitch by pitch, win by win.” Arapahoe, which finished with a 16-9 record, lost a first-place game to Cherry Creek on April 14, which started a slump of only one win in four contests. However, the Warriors got hot at the right time and took an eight-game winning streak into the May 22 game against Heritage. “We have a lot to be proud of because we kind of had a little tailspin,” said Dollaghan. “We had a chance to take first place in our league in April and we had never been in that spot.. It was an important step for us because it put us in position to have this pressure late in the season.” SEE BASEBALL, P33

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and playing video games. This plays right into their hands, and I am talking from experience of trying to get my grandsons to take a break before starting another game. Selection of the right games for high school e-sports competition is critical. Colorado High School Activities Commissioner Rhonda BlanfordGreen says CHSAA is investigating e-sports competition. “E-sports is gaining traction across the nation,” she said. “Nineteen states will either conduct or pilot an event next year. Colorado has over 22,000 high school students participating. We are only in the research and learning phase at this time. Current data is reporting that over 200 collegiate institutions are offering full and partial scholarships for student participants. The games will be aligned with mission/vision of educationally based activities.” The NFHS and PlayVS outlined how the competition will work, starting with games that have been approved by state associations. Each season will consists of preseason, regular-season and postseason competitions, with a state champion being crowned at the end of each season. Student teams are matched against other schools based on skill level. There will be no traveling and all matches will happen in their own schools, with competition occurring via the PlayVS online platform. Each school can field as many

teams as they can for as many games in a season. Schools are required to have a faculty adviser, access to internet and computers. And students are required to pay a $16-per-month participation fee. So I can see it soon where Cherry Creek might be facing Lone Star for the state title or Valor Christian challenging Golden View Classical Academy in a state title showdown. Crazy first-place tie I’ve seen plenty of soccer games that have ended in ties, plus a few horse-racing and NASCAR photo finishes. I watched another dead-heat finish on May 19 at the state track meet. And this one was for first place in a Class 4A race as Valor Christian’s Dane Palazzo and Wyatt Wieland of Pine Creek tied for first in the 300-meter hurdles. Both runners lunged toward the finish line and it took more than five minutes to decide that no winner could be determined. In this day of technology, there is some device available for almost every stride an athlete takes, but the photo that was displayed on the scoreboard confirmed that it was impossible to conclude which runner was first. Both runners were timed in 38.01. “It was kind of like one of those things out of a TV show,” said Palazzo. “A tie for first place, it’s just crazy.” Wieland used the same terminology. “I knew I had him the entire race but I think he beat me over the last hurdle,” he said. “So I was kind of expecting to see myself in second but

to see it was a tie, that was crazy.” Palazzo said the result of the race wasn’t totally unexpected. “We knew it was going to be close but it was closer than either of us expected,” he said. “It is rare that the electronic finish can’t distinguish a solid placement,” said CHSAA Commissioner Rhonda Blanford-Green. “The reveal of the picture showed the runners in a dead heat, truly a photo finish.” NCAA champion Wake Forest junior Jennifer Kupcho, a graduate of Westminster’s Jefferson Academy, won the NCAA women’s Division I championship, which was held May 18-21 in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Kupcho had a 1-under-par 71 to wrap up the title on the final day after rounds of 65, 74 and 70 on the first three days. New basketball coach Castle View High School has hired Jeff Langrehr as its new head boys basketball coach. Langrehr has accumulated over 300 wins in Kansas, where his career included stints at Great Bend and Gardner Edgerton high schools. He has coached two state championship basketball team and has also been a head baseball coach. He will be an English teacher at Castle View and his son, Brooks, will be an incoming sophomore. Jim Benton is a sports writer for Colorado Community Media. He has been covering sports in the Denver area since 1968. He can be reached at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com.

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Arapahoe managed only one hit off Mountain Range senior right-hander Brayden Brooks. Drew Hayes bounced a single up the middle in the fifth inning for the Warriors’ only hit. A sacrifice fly by Demarques Ortega in the sixth inning produced the only run of the game for the Mustangs. Ortega, ironically, was thrown out at home plate by Arapahoe right-fielder Ryan Nourse in the third inning as he tried to score the game’s first run from second base. Still, Arapahoe had a chance to tie or maybe win the game with only one out and runners on first and second in the bottom of the seventh. After Cade Segura smashed a line drive down the left field line that landed just foul, Brooks retired the last two batters to end the game. “You give them lot of credit,” said Dollaghan. “Their shortstop (Angelo Domenico) made some unbelievable plays to end innings. I thought our power might come but we just missed by two or three inches. It’s tough. We just didn’t get a timely hit.” Arapahoe had nine seniors on its 18-player state tournament roster. The Warriors’ top two hitters for the season, Brandon Dryer and Preston Scheidt, were seniors. Dryer hit .474 and Scheidt .350. Grant DeClue, who had eight pitching wins, was also a senior. Matt Wilson (.310) and Cooper Marks (.300) head the underclassmen who will return along with pitchers Steve Ingalls and Spye Turneaugh.

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To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 23, 2018, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) BRIAN K MCHUGH AND MELISSA A MCHUGH Original Beneficiary(ies) NATIONAL CITY BANK Current Holder of Evidence of Debt CITIZENS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust October 13, 2005 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 25, 2005 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B5160218 Original Principal Amount $65,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $54,969.71

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DATE: 02/23/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

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The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Monica Kadrmas #34904 Randall Chin #31149 Weldon Phillips #31827 Lauren Tew #45041 Nichole Williams #49611 Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1199 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000007253974 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice No.: 0103-2018 First Publication: 5/3/2018 Last Publication: 5/31/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0117-2018 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 2, 2018, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Aaron Baca Original Beneficiary(ies) Northstar Bank of Colorado Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Independent Bank f/k/a Northstar Bank of Colorado Date of Deed of Trust May 12, 2015 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 22, 2015 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D5052453 Original Principal Amount $91,884.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $85,301.90 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED. Also known by street and number as: 6909 S. Holly Circle #302 and #306, Centennial, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 06/27/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/3/2018 Last Publication: 5/31/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CON-

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Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 5/3/2018 Last Publication: 5/31/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

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Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 03/02/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lyndsay S. Ressler #37015 Ressler Law 30 East Kiowa Street, Suite 101, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 (719) 578-0200 Attorney File # 6909 S HOLLY The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 0117-2018 EXHIBIT A PARCEL A: CONDOMINIUM UNIT 302, HOMESTEAD PROFESSIONAL PLAZA, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP THEREOF RECORDED MAY 27, 2004 AT RECEPTION NO. B4096343 AND ACCORDING TO THE FIRST AMENDMENT THERETO RECORDED FEBRUARY 1, 2007 AT RECEPTION NO. B7014259 AND ACCORDING TO THE SECOND AMENDMENT THERETO RECORDED DECEMBER 10, 2013 AT RECEPTION NO. D3147279 AND AS SET FORTH AND DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION OF PROTECTIVE COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS AND GRANT OF EASEMENTS FOR HOMESTEAD PROFESSIONAL PLAZA RECORDED MAY 27, 2004 AT RECEPTION NO. B4096342 AS AMENDED BY INSTRUMENT RECORDED FEBRUARY 1, 2007 AT RECEPTION NO. B7014260, AND AS AMENDED BY INSTRUMENT RECORDED DECEMBER 10, 2013 AT RECEPTION NO D3147278, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. PARCEL B: CONDOMINIUM UNIT 306, HOMESTEAD PROFESSIONAL PLAZA, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP THEREOF RECORDED MAY 27, 2004 AT RECEPTION NO. B4096343 AND ACCORDING TO THE FIRST AMENDMENT THERETO RECORDED FEBRUARY 1, 2007 AT RECEPTION NO. B7014259 AND ACCORDING TO THE SECOND AMENDMENT THERETO RECORDED DECEMBER 10, 2013 AT RECEPTION NO. D3147279 AND AS SET FORTH AND DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION OF PROTECTIVE COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS AND GRANT OF EASEMENTS FOR HOMESTEAD PROFESSIONAL PLAZA RECORDED MAY 27, 2004 AT RECEPTION NO. B4096342 AS AMENDED BY INSTRUMENT RECORDED FEBRUARY 1, 2007 AT RECEPTION NO. B7014260, AND AS AMENDED BY INSTRUMENT RECORDED DECEMBER 10, 2013 AT RECEPTION NO D3147278, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Legal Notice NO.: 0117-2018 First Publication: 5/3/2018 Last Publication: 5/31/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0121-2018 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 6, 2018, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Ashley A Frerk Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for FBC Mortgage, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Pingora Loan Servicing, LLC Date of Deed of Trust August 31, 2016 County of Recording Arapahoe

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0121-2018

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On March 6, 2018, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

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The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

David W Drake #43315 Scott D. Toebben #19011 Randall S. Miller & Associates PC 216 16th Street, Suite 1210, Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710 Attorney File # 18CO00100-1

To advertise yourThe public notices 303-566-4100 Original Grantor(s) Attorney abovecall is acting as a debt collector Ashley A Frerk and is attempting to collect a debt. Any informaOriginal Beneficiary(ies) tion provided may be used for that purpose. Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for FBC Mortgage, LLC ©Public Trustees' Association Current Holder of Evidence of Debt of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Pingora Loan Servicing, LLC Date of Deed of Trust Legal Notice NO.: 0121-2018 August 31, 2016 First Publication: 5/3/2018 County of Recording Last Publication: 5/31/2018 Arapahoe Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 01, 2016 COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION Recording Information (Reception No. CRS §38-38-103 and/or Book/Page No.) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0130-2018 D6098159 Book: n/a Page: Original Principal Amount To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given $254,308.00 with regard to the following described Deed of Outstanding Principal Balance Trust: $249,216.49 On March 9, 2018, the undersigned Public Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Dehereby notified that the covenants of the deed of mand relating to the Deed of Trust described betrust have been violated as follows: failure to low to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe pay principal and interest when due together records. with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and Original Grantor(s) other violations thereof. Scott A. Dressen Original Beneficiary(ies) THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A Level 1 Mortgage Llc FIRST LIEN. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC LOT 53, BLOCK 3, WOLHURST LANDING, Date of Deed of Trust COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, July 11, 2007 STATE OF COLORADO County of Recording Arapahoe Also known by street and number as: Recording Date of Deed of Trust 2885 W Bryant Pl, Littleton, CO 80120. July 13, 2007 Recording Information (Reception No. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL and/or Book/Page No.) OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENB7089911 CUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF Original Principal Amount TRUST. $154,050.00 Outstanding Principal Balance NOTICE OF SALE $151,744.29

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The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 06/27/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/3/2018 Last Publication: 5/31/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 03/06/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: David W Drake #43315 Scott D. Toebben #19011 Randall S. Miller & Associates PC 216 16th Street, Suite 1210, Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710 Attorney File # 18CO00100-1 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0121-2018 First Publication: 5/3/2018 Last Publication: 5/31/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Lot 31 and 32, Block 19, Speer’s Broadway Addition, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado Also known by street and number as: 2965 S Bannock St., Englewood, CO 80110.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/11/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/17/2018 Last Publication: 6/14/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 03/09/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

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DATE: 03/09/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Jonathan A. Goodman, Esq. #15015 Karen J. Radakovich, Esq. #11649 Frascona Joiner Goodman and Greenstein PC 4750 Table Mesa Drive, Boulder, CO 803055500 (303) 494-3000 Attorney File # 7192-11540 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0130-2018 First Publication: 5/17/2018 Last Publication: 6/14/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0132-2018

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 9, 2018, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) STEPHANIE GARCIA Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR CAPITOL COMMERCE MORTGAGE CO., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt SPECIALIZED LOAN SERVICING LLC Date of Deed of Trust July 16, 2001 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust July 27, 2001 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B1122784 Original Principal Amount $104,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $128,565.13

LOTS 37 AND 38, BLOCK 93, SHERIDAN HEIGHTS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 2087 WEST ADRIATIC PLACE, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80110.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS.

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Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 03/09/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Alison L Berry #34531 David R. Doughty #40042 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 7069990 Attorney File # 18-017897 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0132-2018 First Publication: 5/17/2018 Last Publication: 6/14/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0149-2018 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 23, 2018, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) BOJO, LLC Original Beneficiary(ies) First American State Bank Current Holder of Evidence of Debt First American State Bank Date of Deed of Trust July 17, 2014 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust July 31, 2014 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D4069071 Original Principal Amount $1,055,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $993,772.20 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 40, GREEN OAKS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 24 AT PAGE 19, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 5780 South Green Oaks Drive, Greenwood Village, CO 80121. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE

Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

First Publication: 5/31/2018 Last Publication: 6/28/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/25/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

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IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 03/23/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Trevor G. Bartel #40449 Lindsay L. McKae #39200 Stephen Johnson #10226 ROBERT S. ARTHUR #9614 Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie LLP 1200 17th St, #3000, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 623-9000 Attorney File # 226075-00242 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0149-2018 First Publication: 5/31/2018 Last Publication: 6/28/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0152-2018 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 27, 2018, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) C Michael Nelson and Corina Elizabeth Nelson Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt PennyMac Loan Services, LLC Date of Deed of Trust March 17, 2015 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 25, 2015 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D5028456 Book: n/a Page: Original Principal Amount $339,035.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $324,803.67 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

LOT 28, BLOCK 1, FOUR LAKES SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 7906 S Gaylord Way, Centennial, CO 80122.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/25/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the

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First Publication: 5/31/2018 Last Publication: 6/28/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 03/27/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: David W Drake #43315 Scott D. Toebben #19011 Randall S. Miller & Associates PC 216 16th Street, Suite 1210, Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710 Attorney File # 16CO00653-2 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0152-2018 First Publication: 5/31/2018 Last Publication: 6/28/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0155-2018 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 27, 2018, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Michael Byrd Original Beneficiary(ies) Chase Bank USA, N.A, Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee, on behalf of the holders of the J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2007-CH4 Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-CH4 Date of Deed of Trust November 06, 2006 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust November 14, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B6161370 Original Principal Amount $175,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $146,868.79 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 9, BLOCK 3, HARPER SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 665 E Grand Ave, Englewood, CO 80113. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

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LOT 9, BLOCK 3, HARPER SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 665 E Grand Ave, Englewood, CO 80113.

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THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

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IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OFi CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SEC-d TION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAYi FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CON-a SUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAUs (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOS-s URE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov

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Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov

DATE: 03/27/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Heather Deere #28597 Toni M. Owan #30580 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, PC 355 Union Blvd., Ste. 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # 80180

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0155-2018 First Publication: 5/31/2018 Last Publication: 6/28/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED OVERBID FUNDS CRS 38-38-111(2.5b)(3a,b,d)(5) PUBLIC TRUSTEE SALE NO. 0584-2017

To: Record Owner of the property as of the recording of the Notice of Election and Demand or other person entitled. You are advised that there are overbid funds due you. This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust and Notice of Election and Demand:

Name of Record Owner as evidenced on the Notice of Election and Demand or other person entitled TIMOTHY A STEWART Address of Record Owner as evidenced on the recorded instrument evidencing the owner's interest 7891 SOUTH KALISPELL CIRCLE, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112 Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 21, 2014 Recording Information D4077048 Recording Date of Notice of Election and Demand October 27, 2017 Recording Information of Notice of Election and Demand D7122074 Legal Description of Property LOT 6, BLOCK 2, SOUTHCREEK SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Street Address of Property 7891 SOUTH KALISPELL CIRCLE, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112 NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED OVERBID FUNDS I sold at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on 2/28/18, at the East Hearing Room, County Ad-

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STATE GOLF: HOW THEY FARED Scores of south-metro golfers at the Class 5A state golf championships, held May 21-22 at the Boulder Country Club: ARAPAHOE: Christine Attai 95-89—184; Courtney Packer 85-88—173; Samantha Packer 91-90—181. CASTLE VIEW: Cassie McCord 96-94—190

CHAPARRAL: Katherine Maclcolm 85-74—159; Kira Petersen 95-96—191. CHERRY CREEK: Payton Canon 75-77—152; Alysaa Chin 8378—161; Rachel Penzenstadler 85-87—172; Kaylynn Xia 8980—169. DOUGLAS COUNTY: Amanda Robert 85-86—171.

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care of business. We’re going to grow and still get better from this. We knew we had to play our game regardless of what happen. If we took care of business I was really confident we would be in the top three. “It was a matter of putting the ball in the fairway, problem-solving if you don’t, taking a couple putts and moving on to the next hole. You have to be as emotionally even-keeled as possible. You have to earn every single stroke.” Canon, who will attend Oregon School of Technology in the fall, opened with 3-over-par 75 and fin-

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HERITAGE; Gabby Esquibel 78-87—165. HIGHLANDS RANCH: Jenna Chun 75-79—154; Claire Hendee 92-90—182; Haena Kim 84-89—172; Alaina Oscai 105-113—218. LEGEND: Maddy Dunkle 82-85—161; Elan Fleetwood 99-104—203; Clara Hosman

ished with a final-round 77 for a 152 total. “It was a fight all two days,” confessed Canon. “I wasn’t hitting the ball particularly well but I got through it. Even before the tournament started I wanted to win. So my role on the team was to shoot a low round and let them know they can do that too. It is surreal to win the state title. I’ve been waiting four years for this.” Creek freshman Chin had rounds of 83 and 78 for a two-day total of 161 while Xia and Penzenstadler had steady totals of 169 and 172 for the Bruins. “Payton was solid as a rock,” said Smith. “Alyssa Chin, our phenomenal freshman, was just incredible. She didn’t buckle at all under the pres-

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97-89—186. ROCK CANYON: Mia Klinoer 96-91—187; Ashley Koslowski 80-85—165; Brandy McClain 77-78—155; Annalise Hildebrand 101-107—208. THUNDERRIDGE: Hannah Basler 89-91—180; Lauren Tucker 82-88—170; Taylor Tucker 84-80—164.

sure.” Canon finished as the highest of any golfer from South Metro schools. Highlands Ranch senior Jenna Chun, who tied for medalist honors last season with Grandview’s Amy Chitkoksoong only to lose a playoff on the third extra hole, struggled and finished in ninth place. Chitkoksoong came in in eighth place. Chun shot a final-round 79 that followed an opening-round 75 for a two-day total of 154. Rock Canyon’s Brandy McClain came in 10th with rounds of 77 and 78 for a 155 total. Grandview freshman Emma Bryant, in third place after the opening day, won the state individual championship with rounds of 73 and 70 for a 143 total.

Name of Record Owner as evidenced on the “We dug ourselves into a hole on Notice of Election and Demand or other person entitled the scoreboard but the girls worked STEWART really, really hard to get back intoTIMOTHY the ofARecord Address Owner as evidenced on the NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED recorded game. WeOVERBID made some shots and we FUNDS instrument evidencing the owner's interest CRS 38-38-111(2.5b)(3a,b,d)(5) felt good when we cut their lead to7891 SOUTH KALISPELL CIRCLE, PUBLIC TRUSTEE SALE NO. 0584-2017 ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112 6-5,” the coach said. “I am so proud Recording Date of Deed of Trust To: Record Owner of the property as of the August 21, 2014 of our ofteam forofdigging themselves recording the Notice Election and Demand Recording Information or other person entitled. You are advised that out of that hold. But this is a game of D4077048 there are overbid funds due you. This Notice is Recording Date of Notice of Election runs, and right after we described cut the lead given with regard to the following and Demand Deed of Trust and Notice of Election and October 27, 2017 to one goal, they timed runs, scored Demand: Information of Notice of Election goals and we just couldn’t find theRecording net and Demand Name of Record Owner as evidenced on the D7122074 to close the gap again. We didn’t win, Notice of Election and Demand or other person entitled but the girls played hard and I amLegal Description of Property TIMOTHY A STEWART LOT 6, BLOCK 2, SOUTHCREEK Addressproud of Recordof Owner evidenced on the very thisasteam and all they SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 1, recorded COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, accomplished this season.” instrument evidencing the owner's interest STATE OF COLORADO. 7891 SOUTHplayers, KALISPELL CIRCLE, Three Jiliana Gomez, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112 Street Address of Property Isabel Anema and Katie Collins, each Recording Date of Deed of Trust 7891 SOUTH KALISPELL CIRCLE, August 21, 2014 scored a goal for the Bruins. Adema ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112 Recording Information D4077048 and Hail Sabilia each had an assist. Cherry Hali Sabilia gets off a shot as she dives to the ground during the May NOTICE OFCreek’s UNCLAIMED Recording Date of Notice of Election FUNDSLacrosse Championship game against Colorado Academy. Sabilia Sophomore Morgan Haws was the 23OVERBID State Girls and Demand October 27, 2017 leading scorer for Cherry Creek with scored fouratgoals Academy won the game 13-7 to claim its fourth I sold at public auction, 10:00but A.M.Colorado on Recording Information of Notice of Election 2/28/18, at the East Hearing Room, County Adfour unassisted goals. straight championship. TOM MUNDS and Demand ministration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, D7122074 “This was a tough game tonightLittleton, Colorado, 80120, to the highest and best bidder for cash, the real property described Legal Description Property and I just didofall I could to help our “I love team I love the sport. wish we had won, particularly for our above. An overbid wasthis realized from and the sale LOT 6, BLOCK 2, SOUTHCREEK and, unless We the funds are claimed the owner and I just team win,” Haws after the game. played hardbytonight seniors.” SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. said 1, or other persons entitled thereto within six COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.

months from the date of sale, the funds due to you will be transferred to the general fund of the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, or to the State Treasurer as part of the "Unclaimed Property Act", pursuant to Colorado law.

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Street Address of Property 7891 SOUTH KALISPELL CIRCLE, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112

Public Trustees NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED OVERBID FUNDS

I sold at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on 2/28/18, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, to the highest and best bidder for cash, the real property described above. An overbid was realized from the sale and, unless the funds are claimed by the owner or other persons entitled thereto within six months from the date of sale, the funds due to you will be transferred to the general fund of the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, or to the State Treasurer as part of the "Unclaimed Property Act", pursuant to Colorado law. First Publication: 5/31/18 Last Publication: 6/28/18 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Date: 5/4/18 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public

Public Trustees

First Publication: 5/31/18 Last Publication: 6/28/18 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

Date: 5/4/18 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Diana Springfield, Chief Deputy, for Public Trustee ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO: 0584-2017 First Publication: 5/31/18 Last Publication: 6/28/18 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

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