June 4, 2015 VOLUME 14 | ISSUE 20
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Students invest in stock game Lone Tree team learns market basics, earns 2nd-place finish By Jane Reuter
jreuter@coloradocommunitymedia.com Lone Tree Elementary School students who participated in the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association Stock Market Game learned how patience, risk-taking and investigation pay off in business and life. “You’ve got to be patient and see what happens later when you invest in new stock,” said Lone Tree Elementary sixth-grader Zane Keilt. “You can’t always go with the companies you know. We learned about some new companies we’d never heard of before.” If you do those things, “You can get a lot of money in the process.” One of three participating Lone Tree teams placed second in the region, competing against middle and high school teams. The Stock Market Game gives fourththrough 12th-grade students nationwide a taste of the global financial world and the fundamentals of personal finance. Each group of students starts the 15-week program with $1,000 in virtual investment funds. Teams are organized by congressional district and state. The second-place Lone Tree Elementary group finished in the black with $1,372. “My kids are pretty proud,” said Lone Tree Elementary sixth-grade teacher Julia Wiley. “We really loved it.” “At first, they had no clue what to do with their money. They all wanted to buy things like Nike, Coldstone, Krispy Kreme and Apple — products they were familiar with — and then found out they couldn’t because they didn’t have enough money.” The team learned how to research the stocks they wanted, track trends over time, to buy low and sell high. “Even if their stock was losing and they sold it, that was exciting,” Wiley said. “They just wanted to see change. And they were willing to give up things that were losing.” The team was recognized during a May 11 awards ceremony at the University of Denver. The students got a chance to show off their newfound knowledge before school ended. Volunteers from Charles Schwab visited the school to discuss financial literacy with the students. “When all my kids could describe what a stock was, what a bond was, they were blown away,” Wiley said.
From left, Brodie Lynch, Zane Keilt, Jenna Raeder and Jade Hudson formed a regional team that won second place in the Stock Market Game. They were recognized during a University of Denver May 11 awards ceremony. Courtesy photo
Rock Canyon players celebrate the school’s first baseball championship on May 27 at All-City Field in Denver. The Jaguars defeated Chatfield 9-2. For more coverage, turn to Page 19. Photo by Paul DiSalvo
Lone Tree plans summer of fun Concerts, Independence Day celebration and food tastings on calendar Staff report Lone Tree plans another summer of almost entirely free music, food and fun in 2015. Highlights include: 6 p.m. June 13 - MarchFourth! Band at Sweetwater Park MarchFourth! is an internationally acclaimed, 20-person ensemble of musicians, dangers and artisans. This group promises to take its audience on a joy-inducing, footstomping, booty-shaking, soul-stirring journey that defies categorization. 4-10 p.m., July 4 - Annual Independence Day celebration at Sweetwater Park The annual festivities begin with the children’s bike parade from the entrance of Club Terrace Drive to Sweetwater Park. Bungee trampolines, water slides, obstacle courses, inflatable slides, glitter tattoo artists, face painters, caricature artists and a 6:30 p.m. BMX stunt bike show. The band Live to Tell will play current pop, ’80s, ’90s, classic rock and country songs from 7 to 9 p.m. Fireworks follow. 6 p.m. Aug. 1 Street Food Soiree & Freddy Jones Band concert at Sweetwater Park Food Trucks will be onsite for a food truck taste-off. Trucks Include: Biker Jim’s Gourmet Hot Dogs, Capt’n Crabby, Coaches Scoop,
The 20-piece ensemble MarchFourth! kicks off Lone Tree’s summer concert series at 6 p.m. June 13 at Sweetwater Park. Courtesy photo The Dessert Stand, Verde, Hey PB&J, N.Z.’s Smokin’ Guns, Pink Tank, Street Eats 5280 and Orange Crunch. Labeled as the “Darlings of the Triple A Radio,” Freddy Jones Band the Chicago roots band has stayed true to the breezy melodic lyrics and echo acoustic guitar for which they’re known. The band is releasing a new album June. 7 p.m. Aug. 15, Kids movie night at Prairie Sky Park Showing of “The BoxTrolls” is free and open to the public. Sept. 4-6, Discover Lone Tree, at various
times and locations Sept. 4: 6 to 10 p.m. ’80s Night featuring the “Boogie Machine Band” and a showing of “Back to the Future”. The event will take place on the Terrace Theater at the Lone Tree Arts Center. Tickets: $10. Sept. 5: 2 to 4 p.m. Get Into Golf Clinic at the Lone Tree Golf Club and Hotel. Free clinics, reduced rate to play 9 holes of golf after 4 PM, kids play free. Taste of Lone Tree at the Lone Tree Commons Sept.6: 1 to 3 p.m.Tours of Schweiger Ranch 6 to 9 p.m. Summer concert in Sweetwater Park featuring Sticky Mulligan Band.
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Each week, we bring you a glimpse into the life of a person in our community.
June 4, 2015
MEET: JUNE LEE
Owner of Fox Cleaners, Alterations and Shoe Repair in Lone Tree My background I am from South Korea. At 16, I ran a business making umbrellas. I left (for the U.S.) at 19; I wanted to go someplace bigger. I brought 10 cents with me to the United States in 1974 — enough to make a phone call. I worked in a hotel, cleaning. I couldn’t speak English; I didn’t even know “hello.” But I wasn’t scared. (My employer told me) they were going to hire me and keep me good. And I trusted them.
Finding success I’m so glad I’m here. I don’t miss Korea. I work long hours, and my business is so good I have to hire more people. I do a lot of giving to friends and my church because I feel I’ve got so much. I was living in Aurora, and just bought a house in Highlands Ranch. I never learned how to read, but I do pretty good. I’m here because God blessed me.
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Fox Cleaners’ owner June Lee, left, laughs at a comment from customer Dennis McGirl of Arvada in her Lone Tree shop. Photo by Jane Reuter
I like badminton and pickleball. I barbecue with my family. I go to Korean Christian church twice a week. I love snow and the mountains, and I love to garden.
Making plans I’m training one girl so I can take off for (a while). Next year, I will try to go to Europe. I’ve never been there.
Water safety is focus of 5K fundraiser Drennen’s Dreams Foundation named for boy who drowned Staff report A 5K run through Centennial’s Southglenn neighborhood on June 7 will help spread water-safety awareness and raise money on the fifth anniversary of Centennial swimmer Drennen O’Melia’s death. O’Melia drowned on June 6, 2010 in four feet of water despite the presence of lifeguards after swimming the anchor leg in his seventh competitive swim season the day before. The third annual Splash Dash fundraiser will be held at 9 a.m. in the Southglenn neighborhood, where Drennen used to live, and will start at Arapahoe High School. “It is our mission to promote water safety and drowning prevention. This
year alone we have donated more than $10,000 to organizations who share in our mission, and we have personally shared Drennen’s story with more than 1,000 lifeguards across the Colorado Front Range,” states a news release from the Drennen’s Dreams Foundation. The nonprofit organization was founded in 2014 and welcomes requests from parks and recreation departments and aquatics facilities throughout Colorado to speak on behalf of water safety. The organization works with private and community pools to help lifeguards understand what is truly at stake while on duty. “The foundation’s intent is to ensure that no more unnecessary deaths occur due to insufficient training of lifeguards, mismanagement of pool facilities, and lack of necessary monitoring and medical equipment,” the release said. To register for the 5K, visit www. runningguru.com/EventInformation. asp?eID=13360.
South Suburban names executive director finalists Staff report All three finalists to lead South Suburban Parks and Recreation, chosen by the board of directors on May 27, have ties to Colorado. Lora “Dody” Erickson is deputy director of Denver Parks and Recreation, where she’s held a variety of leadership positions since 1987. She graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 1979 with a bachelor’s degree in parks and recreation. Rob Hanna was appointed director of parks and recreation in Castle Rock in May 1998. He’s also worked for the cities of Colorado Springs and Aurora, as well as El Paso County. He earned his bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture from
Texas Tech University in Lubbock. Chris Nunes is the director of parks and recreation for The Woodlands Township in Texas. Prior to that, he was the director of community services in Fort Morgan. He’s also held leadership positons at Ashland University in Ohio and the city of Fort Kent, Maine. He earned a doctorate in parks and recreation administration from the University of New Mexico. The board will hold executive sessions on June 11 and 12 at the Lone Tree Golf Club and Hotel to interview the candidates, and will announce the decision sometime after that. The new executive director will replace David Lorenz, who held the post for three decades before retiring this spring.
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Waiting for the next phase to begin By Jane Reuter
jreuter@coloradocommunitymedia.com They wait in a large, high-ceilinged room that once served as an automobile service bay, more recently a church and today, an auditorium. A woman fans herself with a program, marked in bold, black letters with the words “Commencement Ceremony.” A baby cries. A father makes shadow puppets on the wall to entertain the restless toddler in his arms. A bouquet of plastic-wrapped red roses rests on a chair. A cap, respectfully removed, on another. On a third, a girl’s white sandals. Her feet are bare, mostly hidden under a long skirt. She rests them on her father’s leg, scans the program, turns the pages with fingers capped in mint green polish. Everyone is dressed in their version of “best:” Clean jeans, T-shirt and cowboy boots for some; long-sleeved, button-front shirt, jacket and tie for others, floral dresses, cork-bottomed wedges and chandelier earrings for others. May 29 at Crossroads Community Church in Parker was the first graduation for Colorado Early Colleges Douglas County. Two of three giant screens hovering slightly above the stage floor depict rotating photos of seniors in various stages of their
HOMETOWN IMPRESSIONS Moments in time from our community
lives: From grinning, gap-toothed toddlers to somber, uniformed high school athletes. The silhouette of a lion’s dignified head glows from the middle screen. Black-robed administrators line the stage, eyes trained on the double-doored main entrance. Friends and family members chatter and laugh softly. The familiar strains of “Pomp and Circumstance” begin. Heads turns. The chatter ceases. Dark blue-gowned high school seniors, with only moments left to bear that name, file into the room. Their loved ones — hands clasping cameras, tablets and smartphones high — whisper, “Slow down! They’re going too fast!” Board president Deborah Hendrix asks the graduates to remember that fear stands for “false evidence appearing real.” When met with an obstacle in life, she advises, “You either jump over, go under, go to the left, go to the right or crash right through — because the opportunity is on the other side.”
The first graduating class from Colorado Early Colleges Douglas County waits in the hall for the May 29 graduation ceremony at Crossroads Community Church to begin. Photo by Jane Reuter
Commissioners show support for energy development Staff report Douglas County’s board of commissioners has reaffirmed its support for “continued energy development that is responsible” in Colorado. In a resolution May 26, commissioners said they recognize the significance oil and natural gas development play in Colorado’s economy. “While we don’t have energy de-
velopment in Douglas County, we have a lot of people who work for businesses dependent on it and who work in the energy industry and live in our communities, so we understand its importance to us,” Douglas County Commissioner Jill Repella said. At present, there are no requests for permits to pursue development in Douglas County, Repella said. The board of commissioners also reaffirmed its support for
Colorado’s existing regulations and oversight for oil and natural gas development” “We are thrilled to see Douglas County get out in front with such a common-sense approach to what is a major statewide issue,” said Amy Sherman, chair of the Douglas County Energy Coalition. “Hopefully, this sets an example for other local governments around Colorado to do the same.”
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Meghan Kilkenny, of Lone Tree, was named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at Rockhurst University. Megan Finegan, of Lone Tree, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in criminology and psychology from Benedictine College. Phoebe Katherine Schneider, of Lone Tree, was named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at the University of North Carolina, Asheville. Blake Saylor, of Lone Tree, was named the spring 2015 dean’s list at Fort Lewis College. Saylor’s major is accounting. Tierra Shumpert, of Lone Tree, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in political science from the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Vermont.
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MOVING ON TO THE NEXT CHAPTER The Valor Christian High School commencement at Cherry Hills Community Church on May 29 was filled with honor, faith and joy. The 2015 class of 221 walked into a filled sanctuary, where their families and friends held giant photo cutouts of graduates’ heads and creative signs made with love. Numerous students earned senior awards, such as “The Least of These,” which was given to a male and female student who each “sacrificially served the poor and marginalized individuals of the world; demonstrating a Christ-like heart and love…” Those students were each given $8,000, with half going toward continuing education, and the other half helping a charity of their choice. Valedictorian Matthew Horn gave a special address to his classmates about friendship, reminding graduates to not look for perfect friends, but to choose friendships that could challenge them all. As each student was recognized on stage and given their diploma, their senior picture was portrayed on a big screen and the crowd was informed of their future plans.
PHOTOS BY TARYN WALKER The Valor Christian High School choir performed a fun rendition of the national anthem at its graduation ceromony held at Cherry Hills Community Church on May 29. The 221 graduates of Valor joined in and shouted “and the home of the brave.”
Valor Christian High School graduate Sierra Rhian Bennett has her tassle turned by Zach Gautier, director of academic and college counseling after she received her diplmoa. Valedictorian Matthew Horn gives the senior address to his 2015 graduating class of Valor Christian High School. Horn centered on friendship for his speech. He told his classmates to choose friends wisely in order to find authentic friendships.
Several Valor Christian High School students were recognized for having a grade point average of 4.5. or higher at their graduation commencement.
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Q&A: The Rev. James George
Reverend honored for volunteer work By Taryn Walker | twalker@coloradocommunitymedia.com
Wind Crest resident the Rev. B. James George was awarded Sky Ridge Medical Center’s 2015 Volunteer of the Year Award after working as a volunteer chaplain for 12 years at the hospital. Three days each week, George, 89, spends hours helping to lead the chaplaincy department with the Rev. Laurie Jeddeloh — which means delivering stuffed animals to young patients, greeting families and helping to acWhy should people volunteer and how did you get started? It seems to me that any time you might be able to do something that’s helpful and is also an accomplishment for you, you just get on board! When Sky Ridge opened (in August 2003), I was minister of pastoral care at First United Methodist in Castle Rock, and this (Sky Ridge) became the destination hospital for Castle Rock-based EMS, so I set up an appointment with Rev. Laurie (Jeddeloh) to see if there was any help I could give, because I figured a lot of the folks from the parish would be coming up here.
maintain ministries. Grace stays active in the chapels and even volunteers to read to students at elementary schools in her spare time, George said. He is also a member of the Clinical Ethics committee at Sky Ridge, as well as two other hospitals. George helps craft patient-rights policies, research better resources and make sure the hospital is ethically prepared for any kind of crisis.
commodate those who want spiritual guidance while at Sky Ridge. George is a part of the pastoral care volunteer staff, which donates 11,000 hours of its time every year at Sky Ridge. He also spends his time volunteering at church services at his home, Wind Crest, a retirement community in Highlands Ranch. George and Grace, his wife of 60plus years, work hard to establish and
Why is it important for you to have a chaplaincy at a hospital? It’s like being asked why do you rob banks when you need money — it’s important because the patients are here. Most of the people that come in through our wards are here because of some kind of traumatic, unusual, health-threatening occurrence in their life. Perhaps for most of our people, maybe the majority, they’ve not been giving any active thoughts beyond what’s for breakfast, but this is a reminder of faith for them.
What do your days look like when volunteering at Sky Ridge? Theological rants about the holy spirit (he said jokingly.) No actually, I think one of our primary roles is triage. Theoretically in the best of all possible worlds, we would have accurate information on religious interest, if any, of every patient coming in, and I think we do a pretty good job of it. It isn’t work to me, it’s a pleasure. When you talk to the ED (emergency department) staff about the whole process, as you would expect, the “little” people (children), along with the parents, are going through a tough time. I think we try to be humane, but it’s still a strange and frightening environment, and you can just see the apprehension and tension in their eyes. But, if you ask the “little” one if she might be able to adopt a “furry friend” (stuffed animal), I’ll check the den and see where they are. Not only does the child loosen up and relax, but so does the parent.
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The Rev. B. James George stands in the halls of Sky Ridge Medical Center near the chaplaincy department office, where he often makes rounds visiting patients. George was named the 2015 Volunteer of Year by the hospital for his 12 years of volunteer chaplain work. Photo by Taryn Walker What do you do for fun, when you’re not volunteering?
This! This is fun. Not being on a staff, not having any quotas, not being under the usual corporate or academic pressure is an everyday adventure for me. I see a lot of very interesting folks and the hospital staff is family. I like classical music. Grace (wife) watches TV, but I don’t. I’m a book reader. What is most rewarding about volunteering?
Being under Rev. Laurie’s direction. She is state-of-the-art for hospital-based chaplaincy. From the day that the hospital opened, the concern for patient care, including spiritual welfare, has been very, very obvious.
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Vacancies are available on the following citizen advisory boards: • • •
Planning Commission Parks, Trails and Building Grounds Adivisory Board Noxious Weed Advisory Commission
To learn about qualifications and other information specific to each board, committee or commission and for an online application, visit www.douglas.co.us and search for Citizen Advisory Boards. The application deadline is July 1, 2015.
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Guided Wildflower Hike June 13 Hike Dawson Butte Ranch Open Space with volunteer guides to discover and identify native wildflowers on Saturday, June 13 from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. Sign up to participate in the activity with our partner, Douglas Land Conservancy at 303-688-8025.
Slash / Mulch Site in Castle Rock Open The Douglas County Slash Mulch site is open on Saturdays only through October 31, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. A County-operated loader will be available to load mulch into personal vehicles. For directions and a list of acceptable items please visit www.douglas. co.us and search for Slash.
Flood Insurance Rate Map & Zone Information A Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) and Zone information are available by request from Douglas County’s Engineering Division to residents of unincorporated Douglas County. Please visit www.douglas.co.us and search for Flood Plain Information. A form may also be requested by calling Public Works Engineering at 303-660-7490 or visiting 100 Third St. in Castle Rock.
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Cresthill students pitch local business ‘sharks’ Seventh-graders create international companies for their fictional products By Jane Reuter
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The product pitches for Sham Genie, Lifeproof Laptops and the Temp Blanket were made by youthful entrepreneurs, professionally attired in ties and dresses. Their presentations touched not only on product features, but included a full, international business plan that broke down production material and costs, employee pay, sustainability efforts and anticipated growth and expansion. The pitches didn’t take place in a marketing company’s high-rise conference room. They were made in a seventhgrade classroom at Cresthill Middle School. Sonja Herring’s social studies class participated in a “Shark Tank”-inspired project that culminated with the May 20 and 21 presentations before a panel of adults. Herring got the idea during a summer 2014 innovation workshop hosted by the Douglas County School District. Her students had just two weeks to put together the detailed reports, including video presentations for sharks provided by the Highlands Ranch Chamber of Commerce. The seventh-graders’ enthusiasm for the fictional products they’d created shone through their nerves. “The Sham Genie will improve the world,” said Seth Rotondo-Wankel, describing a showerhead with a hands-free control that simultaneously releases shampoo and conditioner. “It helps people who are amputees and people who have trouble maintaining self-care. Other people are not offering this and we feel we can fill this whole market.” Keene Fenster pointed to the silicon bumpers designed to absorb shock and protect computers, features of the primary product produced by his team’s fictional company, Lifetime Laptops. The company is dedicated to fair trade practices, and using solar power and green technology. Fenster noted the initial investment cost for the laptop case and said, “If you look at our projected income, that money will quickly pay off.” The three panelists, all Highlands Ranch entrepreneurs, offered thoughtful feedback on the products, urging the students to narrow their target audience and be realistic about initial sales projections. They were impressed by the breadth of the students’ presentations, which represented two weeks of work. “I’ve loved the creativity of their ideas,” said businesswoman Caroline Burtard. “I am amazed for this age group that they’ve thought through most of it. I think it gets their wheels turning.”
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Learning about starting a business and how to present ideas will serve the students well in their careers, said panelist Krista Simonson, a Highlands Ranch real estate agent. “I’ve seen many adults who have not given as much thought to their companies (as these students),” she said. “The big picture of how to be an entrepreneur is really lost on most adults, let alone kids. “I think the earlier kids learn to do presentations, the better off they are. We are so online, we’re losing that ability.” Herring’s students gave the project high marks. “They said they got to see what the real world was like,” she said. “So much of school doesn’t feel real. But this gave them a chance to see they really could start their own business someday if they wanted to and the steps they’d have to take. They realized it’s harder than they thought. “I was really impressed” by the work they did, she said. “I’ll definitely do it again.”
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June 4, 2015
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Reading helps you stay at top of game So the other day I saw a statistic that caught my attention: “Data shows that the population between the ages of 19 and 30 have only read one book in the past 12 months, and that book was Facebook.” Now obviously this is not true — it was just someone trying to make a point and having some fun with our addiction to social media. However, we all know there is a little truth in humor sometimes, and I could also sense the presenter’s sadness over what he perceived as a decline in the reading of books. With such immediate access to information, it is so easy to find links to articles, magazines, blogs and other short-form content that we can see how some may feel like books are getting the short end of our attention span. For some of us, time compression can be an issue. Many of us have such a hard time keeping up with our job, multiple jobs, kids, spouses, chores and our workouts that we must seek bite-sized information to scratch our reading itch. So when we couple timemanagement issues with a need for instant gratification and shorter attention spans, it is easy to buy into the position that the reading of books has fallen way down on the priority list. There is a distinction. No one is saying that people aren’t reading anymore; the truth is, we are creating and consuming information at an unbelievable and faster rate than at any time in history. It is just that the perception for some people is that even with e-readers,
iPads, tablets and smart phones, we have forgotten just how important it is, and how awesome it is, to simply read a book as we get caught up in social media, games and other apps. The summer is upon us, and I know for many of you this is the time where you get Michael Norton a lot of your reading in, specifically books. And WINNING although I enjoyed the WORDS presenter’s comedic and satirical approach to people not reading as many books as they should, I would say that many of us still enjoy a good book, especially on the beach or on vacation somewhere. For me, I always have a book in my hand, whether I am on an airplane for a business trip, in the mountains, or on a beach anywhere. And I typically alternate between the types of books I read, which include faith-based, business, history, biography and even fiction from time to time. And even though I do believe most of us still enjoy reading a good book and include it as a part of our overall personal or professional development or simply because we have a love of reading, I have seen a shift away from reading while I am traveling. It seems that lately I see more people playing games
on their devices or they are consumed with working while on the airplane as opposed to reading. I used to love when I would look around the airplane and see the majority of people with their heads down and reading a book. As a matter of fact this is where I used to get great ideas and recommendations for the next books I would be reading. What are you reading these days? Are you reading mostly online articles, blogs and posts? Are you more of a newspaper or magazine person? Are you someone who prefers and enjoys audio books? Or maybe you are someone who just can’t get enough information and takes advantage of books as well as all of the other media listed above. Zig Ziglar was a voracious reader, and probably had a lot to do with my own reading habits and inspiration. Zig used to say it this way, “Every day I read the newspaper and the Bible, this way I know what both sides are up to.” I would love to hear all about your reading habits and any suggestions and recommendations for books that I might read this summer. And if you would like my reading list, please send me an email at gotonorton@gmail.com. And when we include reading in any way shape or form, it really will be a better than good week. Michael Norton is a resident of Castle Rock, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation, a strategic consultant and a business and personal coach.
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It wasn’t love at first sight. Or second, third, fourth or fifth. Maybe 10th. She says that I frowned at her, the first time I saw her. I say I squinted. There is a big difference. I was just about to give an oil painting demonstration. She looked like someone who was on her way to a State Farm seminar. That’s why I squinted. I was very suspicious. Of course, I have improved this narrative several times in the years since we met. Now I get a fever when she pulls up in the driveway. I have never been around someone I have this much in common with, except myself. It’s uncanny. Even though we have a startling number of opinions and preferences in common, about things like comedy clubs, Wal-Mart and Pearl Bailey, lucky for her she is not a replica in disposition. She is kind and patient and tolerant. A good friend once said that he was glad there is one of me, “But I am glad there are not two of you.” I have to admit that I would have a difficult time being around me, if I had a choice. As it is, that’s me in the mirror every day. I prefer my dog to most people, and generally feel like I need to be visited by three ghosts, and be unscrooged. But this is not a love story. It’s a reminder,
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with opening a pickle jar? Henry David Thoreau, who gave this column its “Quiet Desperation” title, said, “Things do not change: We change.” I think I need to make a few more. My father quit smoking overnight. He smoked all the way through World War II, and for years and years after that. At the time I didn’t think quitting was a big deal. Everyone smoked back then. Maybe you are old enough to remember Arnold Palmer carefully placing his cigarette on the green before putting in the television commercials promoting his favorite brand (L&M’s).
The warnings and consequences of smoking weren’t all over the place when my father quit. If I had known, I would have congratulated him right then. That took years. The changes I think I need to make won’t be noticed, probably, by anyone else but me — and that will be enough. I am an old dog, and I know it. But my life in a virtual Thoreau cabin gives me plenty of time to contemplate, so maybe I can do this. Changing some things is easier than others. In baseball, there is a “change-up pitch.” The pitcher simply throws with the same release as a fastball, but actually throws with less velocity, hoping to confuse the hitter. Some politicians have changed their positions from one day to the next. In Woody Allen’s little-known film “Zelig,” Allen takes on the characteristics of anyone he is around. If he is around black jazz musicians, he becomes a black jazz musician. If he is around baseball players or physicians, he comes a baseball player or a physician. It happens immediately I won’t be able to make the changes I am talking about just by hanging around with people I admire and respect. Like the girlfriend I mentioned. Or maybe I will. Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net.
Senior agencies face growth in population Healthy, active and mentally sound retirement — what are you going to do? How are our communities planning and preparing to meet our lifestyle needs as we age? Our county’s leaders are working to find solutions for many challenges, including housing and transportation. Others are looking for ways to reach out in the community in order to provide the elements of living and aging well. Jodie McCann, the senior outreach coordinator for the Highlands Ranch Metro District, takes it one step further when she describes “more adults choosing to participate in this journey called aging, understanding that they can actually design an experience of their choosing and reawaken their hopes and dreams for this unique time in their lives.” And though entities like this have been around for a long time as social groups or as destinations, they are not your grandmother’s senior center anymore. In fact, in Douglas County, only the Parker Senior Center has a brick and mortar place to call its own. The Castle Rock Senior Center and the Highlands Ranch Senior Club have space in their local
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June 4, 2015
THE ROAD AHEAD
Beer battle could head for ballot in Colorado Craft brewers fear effect of change in grocery law By Ivan Moreno Associated Press
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in maintaining independence. Both Parker and Castle Rock add the much-needed community service of providing free and low-cost transportation. Lunch is a very important part of the activities. Focusing on the nutritious, Castle Rock in partnership with the Volunteers of America serves $2.50 lunches Tuesdays,
Thursdays and Fridays. Parker serves a $4 lunch daily. The Highlands Ranch Senior Club has a once-a-month luncheon that adds entertainment with the cost of the $7 member/$9 non-member meal. Lone Tree provides an education element to the classy meal the Lone Tree Golf Club provides once a month for $12. As the aging population grows, these groups face some struggles. Lack of space and a need for more volunteers top the list. Funding comes in third and would actually go a long way in solving the first two — but where and how does that happen? Al-
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Local brewers and liquor stores are bracing for another push to allow Colorado grocery stores to sell wine and higher alcoholcontent beer, a move opponents see as a threat to the craft beer industry. The debate has played out many times in the state Legislature, but this time it’s moving toward the 2016 ballot for voters to decide. Although no paperwork has been filed yet, a group with backing from grocery chains has started drumming up support through Facebook and an online petition to change Colorado’s Prohibition-era liquor laws. Brewers, meanwhile, have created a special beer dubbed “Keep Colorado LocALE,” a pale ale made with state malts and hops to be served at local tap rooms. The brew is intended to be a conversation starter about the looming battle. Colorado is among five states where gas stations, grocery stores and convenience stores are only allowed to sell beer with an alcohol content of 3.2 percent. However, grocery chains are allowed one liquor license to sell wine and stronger beer, but they can only do that at a single store. though each organization receives funding from a variety of sources, including in-kind support, local government, grants, fundraising, memberships, sponsorships and meeting fees, all are in a continuous cycle of securing funding to make ends meet and grow services. A Castle Rock Senior Center spokesperson concisely addressed the issues of volunteers and funding in her statement: “Your help — through donations, or though volunteer time — will continue to make our area senior centers the kind of place that YOU will want to be a part of when your day comes.”
Utah, Minnesota, Kansas and Oklahoma are the other states that restrict the sale of stronger beer to liquor stores. Supporters of a ballot initiative argue that the goal is giving consumers more options when shopping for alcohol. But liquor stores warn that if the law changes, they will be squeezed out. That, liquor stores argue, will hurt craft brewers, who will have less shelf space at grocery stores, which will be inclined to carry more big-brand beers. “The system would then favor a very few, select breweries,” said Tim Evon, the head brewer at Dry Dock in Aurora. Rich Coolidge, a spokesman for Colorado Consumers for Choice, the group working on a ballot initiative, dismissed the notion that craft brewers would lose space at grocery stores. He said many are eager to put Colorado brews on their shelves. “If you visit a grocery store in one of the 40-some-odd states that sell real beer and wine, guess what you’ll find? A massive selection of the world’s most popular craft brews, including a long list that are brewed right here in Colorado,” he said in a statement. Evon said Colorado’s current liquor laws have allowed craft brewers to thrive. “Before I was a brewer, I was a beer nerd, and me and every beer nerd knows that Colorado is the epicenter of craft beer in this country,” he said. “And there’s good reason for that, and this law is a huge part of that.” To play the devil’s advocate, if by 2030 the predicted one in four residents will be over 60, is the best solution higher tax allocations for senior services? With longer life spans, three generations of one family could feasibly be called seniors. That is a lot of challenges for groups and centers that work to provide all the elements for a rich and productive seniorhood. Naioma Walberg is a member of the Douglas County Senior Council.
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June 4, 2015
Cheaper gas comes with a price Hopes for economic boost haven’t panned out as expected
‘Consumers have been very reluctant to spend (savings from cheaper gas), because they view that as fleeting.’
By Christopher S. Rugaber
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If there was one thing most economists agreed on at the start of the year, it was this: Plunging oil prices would boost the U.S. economy. It hasn’t worked out that way. The economy is thought to have shrunk in the January-March quarter and may barely grow for the first half of 2015 — thanks in part to sharp cuts in energy drilling. And despite their savings at the gas pump, consumers have slowed rather than increased their spending. At $2.74 a gallon, the average price of gas nationwide is nearly $1 lower than it was a year ago. In January, the average briefly reached $2.03, the lowest in five years. Cheaper oil and gas had been expect-
The drilling boom that erupted in 2008 has boosted U.S. oil production nearly 75 percent and natural gas 30 percent and made the United States the world’s largest combined producer of oil and natural gas. Energy production contributes about 2 percent to economic output, up from less than 1 percent in 2000. Yet in recent months, industry activity has dropped more sharply than predicted. “So far, it is fair to say that we have been hurt more than helped,” Lafakis acknowledges now.
Greg McBride, Chief financial analyst at Bankrate.com ed to turbocharge spending and drive growth, more than making up for any economic damage caused by cutbacks in the U.S. oil patch. Consider what Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen said in December: Lower gas prices, Yellen declared, are “certainly good for families. ... It’s like a tax cut that boosts their spending power.” Other experts were more direct: “Lower oil prices are an unambiguous plus for the U.S. economy,” Chris Lafakis, an
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economist at Moody’s Analytics, wrote in January. So what did they get wrong? It turns out that the economic effects of lower energy prices have evolved since the Great Recession. Corporate spending on drill rigs, steel piping for wells and railcars to transport oil has become an increasingly vital driver of economic growth. So when oil prices fall and energy companies retrench, the economy suffers.
During their policy meeting in April, Fed officials grappled with the changing impact of cheaper oil, according to minutes of the meeting released in late May. Several policymakers said the economic drag from drilling cutbacks could be “larger and longer-lasting than previously anticipated.” They also worried that the weakness in
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8 consumer spending, despite cheaper gas, 5 suggested that Americans might generd ally be more reluctant to spend than as- sumed. Some economists are reconsidering s assumptions they use to forecast the p economy. “The benefit of lower oil prices is less - pronounced than, say, 10 years ago,” says - Jim Burkhard, a researcher at IHS Energy. “You’re taking a big engine of economic e activity and cutting it sharply.” Lafakis and many others still expect consumers to spend much of their savings from cheaper gas, powering faster growth in the second half of the year. , Economists say it can take up to six - months for people to spend unexpected o windfalls. But any gains won’t likely be e enough to counter the anemic start to - the year. Moody’s Analytics expects the econod - my to expand just 2.6 percent this year, down from an earlier forecast of 3.3 pern cent. (The downgrade is also due in part to a stronger U.S. dollar, which has depressed exports.)
For families, the drop in gas prices was an unexpected gift. The government has estimated that cheaper gas will save a typical household $675 this year. Yet still scarred by the recession, many remain reluctant to spend freely. Analysts also note that Americans are less likely to spend extra money if they think the gain is temporary. “Consumers have been very reluctant to spend (savings from cheaper gas), because they view that as fleeting,” says Greg McBride, chief financial analyst at Bankrate.com. Consumer spending rose at an annual rate of just 1.9 percent in the first quarter, compared with the previous quarter’s 4.4 percent. Much of the cash saved at the gas pump was put away: The U.S. savings rate reached its highest point in more than two years. Walmart and Target have confirmed that their sales aren’t getting much lift from cheaper gas. For Vince Cimilluca, a 28-year-old video editor in Edison, New Jersey, lower gas prices haven’t changed his finances much. He’s struggling to pay $800 a month in student debt while saving for a home. He’s seen gas prices gyrate and doesn’t trust they’ll stay low. “The extra money that I have, I save,” Cimilluca says. For the economy, the technologi-
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cal breakthroughs that allowed the energy industry to power growth now help explain the slowdown. As the 2008-09 recession ended, companies used hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, to unlock underground reserves. Oil, at $100 a barrel or more, made such efforts profitable. Jim Burkhard of IHS Energy estimates that U.S. and Canadian energy companies increased investment in production from $98 billion in 2005 to $363 billion last year. U.S. oil and gas jobs nearly doubled to 537,000. In addition, jobs were added at steel mills, at sand pits to process sand for fracking and at restaurants and service companies in areas with newfound oil and gas fields, like North Dakota and Pennsylvania.
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But the industry’s breakneck growth was thrown into reverse by a 50 percent drop in oil prices from June through January. CEO Doug Suttles of Encana Corp., a Canadian-based driller that operates in the United States, says the pullback in drilling “happened more rapidly than I’ve seen in 32 years.” As recently as December, Suttles says, experts had forecast that the number of rigs would drop by a third in the spring from a year earlier. Instead, it’s plunged by more than half, according to Baker
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Local pastors help volunteers from Casa Unida Foundation host a vacation Bible school for children of a mountain village in Nicaragua. The VBS includes a number of fun events and is used as a means of sharing the Christian faith with the children and their parents. Photos by Tom Munds
Using faith to lend a helping hand Churches, organizations reach out beyond walls By Tom Munds
tmunds@colorado communitymedia.com Volunteers stock shelves in an Englewood church to distribute food to about 150 families a week. A Christian organization in Lakewood brings together people from throughout the metro area to build classrooms and dig wells in rural Nicaraguan villages. These are just two of the countless faithbased programs in the Denver metro area that spread the Gospel while helping those in need. “I feel we are blessed to be able to help the people of rural villages, and they are so appreciative of all we do,” said former Englewood business owner Bill Caldwell, who has traveled to Nicaragua. “The smiles on the faces of the adults and children of the villages more than compensate me for anything I do while I am there.” The Denver metro area counts more than 1,000 churches, most of which provide outreach programs that help those across the street, across the country or around the world. Kevin Ross, director of Missions and Outreach at Cherry Hills Community Church in Highlands Ranch, said outreach is important to the church and to the faith. “Outreach is all about sharing the love of Christ,” he said. “The method of outreach depends on who we are serving.” He said Cherry Hills recently organized 3,000 volunteers for the Love in Action event that worked on 127 projects, including doing repairs on the homes of seniors and helping with neighborhood cleanup in inner-city areas. “We also reach out across the world. We will have 15 or 20 teams go on trips this summer to a number of locations,” he said. “Again, the focus is sharing the love of Christ and helping the people of the area. In Mexico, that can be sharing the love and helping the poorest of the poor, while in central Europe that can be making disciples in the most atheistic part of the world.”
Fighting hunger locally Mosaic Church in Englewood, an evangelical Protestant church, focuses on the people in its neighborhood. Once a week, about 30 volunteers stock and then open the doors of its food bank. Along with distributing food, volunteers also give away Bibles and let clients know they will pray with them if asked. “They pick what they will use,” said Englewood Mayor Randy Penn, who volunteers at the food bank. “They can choose from bread items, snacks, fruits, vegetables and meat. A typical individual will take $50 to $75 in grocer-
Everyone’s hands grasp a shovel or the handles of a wheelbarrow on this work-and-witness trip to Nicaragua organized by the Casa Unida Foundation. The all-volunteer foundation enlists people to pay their way to travel to Nicaragua to help mountain villagers by building schools and churches, and by sharing their faith. ies home from here.” Some volunteers originally came to the bank to pick up food. “A friend told me about the food bank, and I came here as a client about eight years ago,” Amber Douglas said. “Things got a little better for me, so I volunteer to help out here at the food bank any way I can.”
Taking faith abroad Casa Unida Foundation, an all-volunteer Christian organization based in Lakewood, organizes what many denominations call workand-witness projects in Nicaragua. “We work with pastors who identify the projects that are needed to help the residents of rural villages in the mountains of northern Nicaragua,” said Bob Moore, foundation president and a former Littleton businessman. “We reach out to people who live in villages with no running water and no electricity. Those who do get jobs make about $2 a day, so they could never raise the money to build classrooms, community buildings, drill a well or put in the pipes to bring in safe, treated water from the nearby city. So we organize a trip, raise the funds for materials, and go down and lend a hand.” Volunteers also share their faith by working with local pastors to host vacation Bible school sessions for hundreds of children. Casa Unida Foundation has organized trips to Nicaragua once or twice a year since 2003.
It chose Nicaragua because it is the secondpoorest country in the western hemisphere, Moore said. The average education level in Nicaragua is fifth grade. Volunteers pay their own expenses. A typical two-week trip costs $1,800, which pays for airfare, lodging and food, and the rest of the money is used for building materials. From the capital of Managua, volunteers then take a three-hour bus ride north to the city of Somoto.
Digging in to work Once in Somoto, the group piles into the back of a large truck for the trip to the work site. “All construction is brick, and the work is hard,” Caldwell said. “These are villages with no electricity and no running water. The water is hauled from the well, and the cement is mixed in batches on the ground.” Despite the hard physical work, Caldwell said it is difficult to explain the joy and satisfaction he feels being part of a work-and-witness trip. Douglas County resident John Benton, who also joined the foundation for one of the trips to Nicaragua, feels the same way. “I had no idea what to expect, and I quickly found out it is hard work, which was a change for me since I work in an office,” he said. “But it was such a great trip. I loved the people, I loved sharing my faith and … it was such a wonderful, heart-warming and uplifting experience.”
Amber Douglas separates items for the clients coming to Holy Cow Food Bank at the Mosaic Church in Englewood on May 21. Douglas first came to the bank to pick up food. Now she is a volunteer helping others.
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June 4, 2015
Union Station eateries gain global cred When Travel + Leisure magazine, a national consumer publication, recently posted its picks for the nine best train station restaurants, two Denver eateries were included in that prestigious short list, which included entries from New York, Hong Kong, Paris, London and Tokyo. T+L lavished the love on Stoic & Genuine and Mercantile Dining & Provision in Denver’s revamped Union Station. Here’s what the magazine said about the local dining establishments: “When Denver’s Union Station reopened last year after extensive renovations, it brought with it a clutch of new — and worthy — restaurants. Stoic & Genuine, a seafood temple from Denver chef Jennifer Jasinski, commanded attention even before it opened. Between its raw bar, ‘seafood tower of power,’ and ‘surf in turf’ dish of big-eye tuna wrapped in New York strip steak, Stoic & Genuine won strong reviews and was even named one of 5280 magazine’s top 10 new Denver restaurants. “In a stroke of fortune, Denver Union Station’s remodel project actually yielded two highly regarded restaurant projects. Mercantile Dining & Provision, run by chef Alex Seidel, is one part casual restaurant and one part food market selling charcuterie, cheese, jam and more. The menu here offers a variety of pasta dishes such as squid ink bucatini, Spanish octopus a la plancha, a crispy half chicken, and family dinners like a bone-in 36-ounce rib-eye or roasted lamb shoulder, each served with a variety of sides. Mercantile, too, was named one of 5280 magazine’s best new restaurants in 2015.” While the recognition of this level of culinary prowess causes pride in Denver
diners, it makes local restaurant pundit John Imbergamo downright delighted. “It seems that every time a national list of restaurants hits the web, Denver’s culinary community searches in vain for a representative, whether it’s Best Ice Penny Parker Cream, Best New MILE HIGH Restaurant or Hot New Chef,” ImbergaLIFE mo said. “In 25 years of working with Denver restaurants, this might be the first time that Denver scored two slots on an international top restaurant list. Are we finally winning a few converts to the Mile High culinary scene?” For the rest of the story, go to www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/all-aboard-forthe-coolest-train-station-restaurants.
Upstairs Circus opening in Landmark
Upstairs Circus, a social bar where people can create DIY art and design projects, will open its second metro-area location at The Landmark development between Jing and Masters Gallery in Greenwood Village. The first Denver location opened in LoDo in November 2013. The Landmark branch is expected to open in September. “The Landmark is the social center of the DTC area and we’re thrilled to welcome Upstairs Circus’ unique and fun concept to the community,” said Amy Cara, the partner at East West Partners overseeing The Land-
mark development. “Upstairs Circus has a loyal crowd of followers in downtown Denver and we think the social art experience will be a huge success at The Landmark.” While Upstairs Circus space at The Landmark will have a similar vibe to its LoDo sister, founders Matt and Kelly Johannsen will create new programming based on the neighborhood’s individual needs. Hours of operation are planned to be 2:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays; 11 a.m. to midnight Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Upstairs Circus offers a full bar and a limited food menu. For more information, go to www.upstairscircus.com.
Organic produce coming to Source
For the summer season, Cure Organic Farm will be selling its produce from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday in the common area at The Source, 3350 Brighton Blvd. Located six miles east of Boulder, Cure Organic Farm is a commercial family farm growing 100 different varieties of certified organic vegetables, herbs and flowers. The farm was founded in 2005 by Anne and Paul Cure who reside on the farm with their family. All crops grown on Cure Organic Farm are distributed locally to restaurants, farmers’ markets and the farm store on site.
Tickets on sale for art festival
Tickets for the inaugural Breckenridge International Festival of Arts, a celebration of adventure, play and creativity, went on sale June 1 and may be purchased in person at the Riverwalk Center Ticket Office at 150 W. Adams Ave., by phone at 970-547-3100, or online at www.breckcreate.org. The festival runs Aug. 14 through 23 and
features entertainment from public radio icons and Chicano rock legends to acrobats on poles and blue-colored trees in places and spaces throughout Breckenridge.
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My former Denver Post colleague Kevin Coleman had an accidental close encounter of the celebrity kind recently at Starbucks on Parker Road and Iliff in Aurora. He said, “OK, I am sitting here drinking some tea while listening to the baseball game and these two ladies sit next to me. One of them looks like Jane Curtin. The other lady sees me and politely asks what I am listening to. I say the Rockies and the other woman asks how Tulo is playing? I couldn’t resist and tell her she looks like Jane Curtin. Her friend says, ‘That’s because she is Jane Curtin. She is my sister-in-law.’ I tell her I am a fan, we chat for a few minutes and then go back to what we were doing. Nice lady. And, for the record, she really is a big Tulo fan.”
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DOUGLAS COUNTY Republican Women meets at 11 a.m. the third Wednesday each month at the Lone Tree Golf and Hotel. Call Marsha Haeflein at 303-8414318 or visit www.dcgop.org or www.dcrw.org.
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LITTLETON LETIP meets from 7:16-8:31 a.m. every Tuesday for breakfast at Luciles, 2852 W. Bowles Ave., to exchange qualified business leads. Call Bob Hier at 303-6606426 or e-mail hierb@yahoo.com. LONE TREE Networking Professionals is a networking/leads group that meets Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m. at Rio Grande Restaurant in Lone Tree. Exclusive business categories are open. Visitors and new members are welcome. Contact Don Shenk at 303-746-0093.
LONE TREE Democrats meet for First Friday Happy Hour the first Friday of every month at Los Arcos. Call Gordon at 303-790-8264.
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June 4, 2015
Equine theme comes to botanic gardens Horse sculptures will remain through middle of October By Sonya Ellingboe
sellingboe@colorado communitymedia.com As one walks into the Denver Botanic Gardens/York Street, “Charlo,” the most recently created Deborah Butterfield horse sculpture (2015), appears to be happily munching on surrounding vegetation, while nearby, “Ahulani” (1991) is reclining and relaxing. Both are included in American sculptor Butterfield’s 15-piece bronze “herd,” which is spending the summer at the DBG — located individually throughout the gardens’ acreage in beautiful settings. The exhibit opened May 23 and will remain in place through Oct. 18. Some sculptures, such as “Lucky,” are named for the artist’s own horses, and others, such as “Red Forest,” are named for places of significance to her. All are life-sized or larger-than-life, and involved some careful digging for underground supports and a crane to set them into the assigned locations. “Red Forest,” for example, is tall and powerful-looking — and carefully, tightly placed in the densely planted rose garden, which almost seems like a bizarre sense of humor was at play. He is named, Butterfield said, after the forest near Chernobyl, in the Ukraine, where the disastrous 1986 nuclear reactor explosion turned the needles red on the surrounding evergreen trees. “We need to remember these things,” she commented. She received an MFA from the University of California-Davis in 1973, already focused on horses — in contrast to the conceptual art her peers were creating. She shaped them with sticks, mud, metal and wood at first, but these found materials did not offer the permanence she sought, so she began casting the individual pieces she collected in bronze and then welding them together. They show the different bark textures and forms of their particular source, enhanced by patinas painted on with a brush. Chemicals in patinas give a range
“Storm Castle”2012, Deborah Butterfield, bronze. The original wood came from a pond near Butterfield’s home. Photo by Scott Dressel-Martin of subdued colors. She has focused on horses for 30 years and all but one in the exhibit are made from bronze. “Luna” (1992), lounging by a pool at the far west side of DBG, is made from found steel, welded. During a May 22 press preview, she described the sources of her wood for some sculptures. “Storm Castle” is composed of driftwood-looking pieces salvaged from a pond near the Hawaiian winter home she and he husband maintain in addition to a primary residence/ranch in northern Montana. The foundry where she now casts and assembles her works is fairly new, in Walla Walla, Washington — and is the largest in the U.S. today, she said. Walla Walla Foundry’s website lists a number of prominent sculptors among its clients. She builds a scaffolding first and slowly assembles the cast bronze branches and sticks, first at the hips and shoulders, then the heads. She tries to make each one approachable. “I want people to be able to kind of crawl in to the horse — to
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Help Wanted Data Quality Engineer (Engineer 2) — in Englewood, CO, Comcast Cable Communications, LLC. Under supervision, provide access to Co’s data assets & ensure inherent data quality. Reqs. Bach in CS, Engin or rltd & 1 yr. exp automating ETL processes w/ Teradata in Unix/Linux based OS. Applicant must have proficiency working w/ SQL to extract data from DBs. Apply to: anne_duong@cable.comcast.com. Refer to Job ID# 5236
Full Time Receptionist needed for busy pediatric office in Highlands Ranch area Fax resume to Nita @ 303-791-7756
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we will train you (denver metro) Hourly during training. $200 to $400 per day thereafter We are looking for a subcontractor who has his own van/truck & tools, whom we can train to install attic fans. Approx. 4 to 6 days a week. part time or full time depending on our needs and your circumstances. This work runs through the Summer months and typically ends in August or early September certain consumables used on the job such as lumber, screws, wire, etc. You need to have your own vehicle: a van is preferred but a pickup truck can work as well. An SUV or regular automobile will not be sufficient. Please do not respond if you do not have a suitable vehicle. You must have good communication skills and be able to speak to customers at the job site. Please email to swoopidoo@gmail.com for full requirement list
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we will train you (denver metro) Hourly during training. $200 to $400 per day thereafter We are looking for a subcontractor who has his own van/truck & tools, whom we can train to install attic fans. Approx. 4 to 6 days a week. part time or full time depending on our needs and your circumstances. This work runs through the Summer months and typically ends in August or early September certain consumables used on the job such as lumber, screws, wire, etc. You need to have your own vehicle: a van is preferred but a pickup truck can work as well. An SUV or regular automobile will not be sufficient. Please do not respond if you do not have a suitable vehicle. You must have good communication skills and be able to speak to customers at the job site. Please email to swoopidoo@gmail.com for full requirement list
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Help Wanted ICKOVIC & CO. PC is currently seeking an experienced TAX SENIOR Our boutique CPA firm, established in 1976, is located in the Inverness Business Park. Our firm has an excellent base OF HIGH NET WORTH CLIENTS. We are seeking a full-time or part-time TAX SENIOR to work with our existing staff of professionals. Must have 4 plus current years in the areas of complex tax return preparation and planning. This position has the capacity to play a crucial role within our firm. We are only looking for a long-term player with a strong work ethic who wishes to grow and learn within this highly sophisticated realm of tax. No audits, no travel, excellent salary based on experience and liberal benefit package. Send resume to david@ickovic.com for immediate consideration.
is seeking janitors for Castle Rock, M-F 9pm to 2am & S/S 7pm to 12am, $11hr, call 866-440-1100.
LEGITIMATE WORK AT HOME No Sales, no Investment, No Risk, Free training, Free website. Contact Susan at 303-646-4171 or fill out form at www.wisechoice4u.com Medical Needed part time MA, LPN or RN in Highlands Ranch/Ken Caryl area for busy pediatric office. Includes Saturday mornings Please fax resume to Nita 303-791-7756
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Water-garden group readies annual sale Littleton’s Hudson Gardens will be the site for the Colorado Water Garden Society’s annual plant sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 7. The gardener will find new plants and knowl-
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edgeable staff with advice, information — and photographs of blooming plants. The assortment will include tropical and hardy water lilies and marginals, bog plants, floating plants and pond critters, according to CWGS publicist Jim Arneill of Centennial. Admission to Hudson Gardens, 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, is free. For information: Vicki Aber, 303-4239216 or colowatergardensociety.org.
Camera club talk set “The Photographer’s Guide to Colorado’s National Parks and Monuments” will be Bob and Cindy Maynard’s subject when they speak to the Englewood Camera Club at 7 p.m. June 9. The guidebook provides location-specific details for intermediate to experienced photographers. Award-winning photographer Bob Maynard founded Colorado Plateau Photo Tours in 2009 and has been exploring Colorado’s Rockies and the desert Southwest since 1969. Cindy Maynard is a naturalist and writer. The Englewood Camera Club welcomes guests. Meetings are at the Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial. An in-house photography contest is held following each monthly presentation.
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Reminder to crafters There are still openings for crafters and artisans at Littleton’s annual Friends of the Library/Museum Craft Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 3 at Ketring Park. It’s the 44th year and annual shoppers are many. For application and information, contact Sherry Kling, 303-795-3950, skling@littletongov.org.
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Free summer concerts are back in Littleton and Englewood. Littleton Museum’s Wednesday night free concerts continue at 7 p.m. June 10, with Slopeside rock band. Location: 6028 S. Gallup St., Littleton. Lawn seating — bring the family, picnics, blankets, chairs. Englewood’s free Thursdayevening Sounds of Summer concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. June 11 at City Center Englewood Amphitheater, 1000 Englewood Parkway. Bring a picnic and lawn chairs.
Sensory-Friendly Summit From 1 to 4 p.m. on June 16, Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree, will sponsor a Sensory-Friendly Summit to discuss ways of serving those with intellectual or developmental disabilities, autism and sensory process8:49 AM ing disorders. Keynote speaker will be Benjamin Endsley Klein, assistant director and sensory friendly adaptor of the Broadway production of “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.” Information and reservation: Kathy Denzer, LTAC, 720-509-1010, kathy.denzer@cityoflonetree.com.
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Littleton’s Bemis Library has a couple special events on tap: Pan for Gold at Bemis will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. June 13, as the Gold Prospectors of the Rockies will teach families how to pan for gold in water troughs set up on the lawn of the library at 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Free. Then Pamela Kiss from Discover Down Under will give a presentation on New Zealand’s mountains, fjords, thermal regions, tropical islands and adventure touring opportunities from 7 to 8:30 p.m. June 16. Free. 303-795-3961.
Get crafty at Woodlawn The Etsy Mile High Craft Club will celebrate Etsy’s global craft party on June 6 at Craft Scraps in Littleton’s Woodlawn Shopping Center, 1500 W. Littleton Blvd. From noon to 5 p.m., a new paper craft will be introduced each hour, with a cost of no more than $2 each. (Craft Scraps has added workspace and offers workshops for adults and children.)
Flood memories
Castle Rock and Littleton will note the 50th anniversary of the June 16, 1965, flood that devastated parts of the south metro area. The Castle Rock Historical Museum will host a panel discussion on the flood, which had a crest that proceeded down Plum Creek and headed for Littleton and farther along the South Platte River. The museum program will be at 7 p.m. June 11 at the museum, 420 Elbert St., Castle Rock. A related exhibit of photos and headlines is on display at the museum. Then on June 16, Littleton will note the anniversary combined with Aspen Grove’s Family Movie Night — appropriately “Singin’ in the Rain.” The South Platte Park staff will conduct hikes along the river, starting at 7 p.m., and will demonstrate with its River Table. There will be a bounce house and face painting. South Platte Park has been collecting flood memories and photographs at the Carson Nature Center. (Story coming June 11.) For information: 303-730-1022. A new book, “Visions of the Flood,” will be available soon.
Jazz on the Green Highlands Ranch Concert Band will perform “Jazz on the Green — Swingin’ into Summer” at 6:30 p.m. June 13 at Civic Green Park, 9730 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. The free program will include swing and big band music. Information: hrconcertband.org.
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Sunday Worship - 10:00am Bible Study immediately following Currently meeting at: Lone Tree Elementary School 9375 Heritage Hills Circle Lone Tree CO 80124 303-688-9506 www.LoneTreeCoC.com
Lutheran Church & School
Sunday Worship 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Sunday School Bible Study 9:30am Trinity Lutheran School & ELC (Ages 3-5, Grades K-8)
303-841-4660 www.tlcas.org
Curious about the Catholic Church & what Catholics believe? Have you missed the Sacrament of the Eucharist? The friendly family of St Mark Catholic Church of Highlands Ranch invites you to learn more about becoming a Catholic Christian. Monthly inquirer sessions will begin on April 16th at 7:30 p.m. In September, meetings will begin on a weekly basis. Call Karol Seydel at St Mark Catholic Church 720-348-9700 ext 216 9905 Foothills Canyon Blvd. Highlands Ranch, CO 80129.
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THEATER/SHOWS Magician, Showroom Star
Theatre of Dreams presents Jeff McBride at 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 5, and Saturday, June 6, and at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at 735 Park St., Castle Rock. Reservations required; buy tickets online at tickets.amazingshows.com or call 303-660-6799. Go to www.AmazingShows.com.
Town Hall Season Finale
The final production in Town Hall Arts Center’s 2014-15 season is “Young Frankenstein,” which runs through Sunday, June 14. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays, with a 6:30 p.m. show on Sunday, June 7. Tickets are available online at www.townhallartscenter.org, by calling 303-794-2787, ext. 5, or at the box office at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St., Littleton.
‘Teen Beach Movie’ Auditions
Robotics, 1-4 p.m. June 8-12; Video Production, 1-4 p.m. June 22-26; Rocketry, 1-4 p.m. July 6-10; Underwater Robotics, 9 a.m. to noon, July 13-17.
Senior Adult Fun at the Park
Adults are invited to enjoy Senior Adult Fun at the Park, from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday, June 9, at Redstone Park, 3280 Redstone Park Circle. Attendees will learn about the numerous outdoor activities available in Highlands Ranch and the surrounding area. The free event features fitness classes, a fishing demonstration, cornhold, lawn checkers, an introduction to geocaching and more. For details, call 720-240-4922 or email jmccann@highlandsranch.org.
Golf Tournament
The 12th annual Hammersmith Golf Classic is Friday, June 12, at Arrowhead Golf Course in Littleton. All proceeds from the day will benefit Denver Scholarship Foundation. For information about Denver Scholarship Foundation, visit www.denverscholarship.org. For information about Hammersmith’s CommUNITY Care philanthropic commitments, visit www.hmiunity.com.
Learn singing, acting and dance technique while producing a full-length musical production of “Teen Beach Movie.” Auditions for ages 5-18 years are at 4 p.m. Friday, June 12, at Spotlight Performing Arts Center, 6328 E. County Line Road, Ste. 102, Highlands Ranch. Performances will be in September. Program is 15 weeks. Contact Spotlight for information and tuition rates at 720-443-2623 or www.spotlightperformers.com.
Jazz On the Green
Swing into summer as the Highlands Ranch Band’s big band group Swing Shift performs at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 13, at Civic Green Park, 9370 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. The concert is the kickoff to the summer concert series. Go to www.hrconcertband.org, or call Kelley at 303-683-4102 for details. To keep updated with happenings in our band, become a friend of our Facebook page.
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MUSIC/CONCERTS Friday Dance Night Summer Kickoff
Kick off summer with a free concert featuring the Trippin Billies, a tribute to the Dave Matthews Band. Enjoy live music and children’s activities. Food is available for purchase. The kickoff party is from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Centennial Center Park, 13050 E. Peakview Ave., Centennial. GO to www. centennialco.gov/events or call 303-325-8000.
Parker Days
The Parker Days Festival begins June 11 and goes through June 14 in downtown Parker. Carnival rides and vendors booths will be set up in O’Brien Park and multiple stages will host music and comedy acts, among others. The festival will be open 5 to 10 p.m. June 11 and Rick Springfield will kick things off with a concert. The remaining hours of operation are 5 p.m. to midnight Friday (June 12), 9 a.m. to midnight on Saturday (June 13); and 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday (June 14).
Littleton Block Party
Get ready to rock the block in downtown Littleton from 6 to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 13. The annual Littleton Block Party takes over Main Street, featuring six stages of live music and entertainment, magicians, antique fire trucks, vendors and food galore. Two fireworks shows are planned, at 9:30 and 10:45 p.m. Food and beverage tickets will be on sale for $1 each — cash only.
Ducky Derby
The 19th annual Ducky Derby and Street Festival is Saturday, June 13, at Festival Park, on Second Street between Wilcox and Perry streets in downtown Castle Rock. The festival runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with thousands of little rubber duckies racing along Plum Creek starting at 3 p.m. Event features food, entertainment, street vendors and a silent auction. A variety of entertainment for youth and adults, including music, face painting, a Waddle Walk and more. This is the biggest annual fundraiser for local Castle Rock Rotary clubs, and proceeds benefit charities such as the Douglas-Elbert Task Force, the Women’s Crisis and Family Outreach Center, and Wellspring. Rotary also funds student scholarships, youth leadership training and some Boy Scout projects. Go to www.crduckyderby.org.
Saint Patrick’s Brewing Company begins First Friday Dance Nights, starting Friday, June 5. Dance floor complete with lights and DJ. Outdoor beer garden with fire pit right on the river at Santa Fe and Bowles. Call 720-366-9147.
Music and a Movie
Free outdoor movies are planned at Centennial Center Park, 13050 E. Peakview Ave., Centennial. Live music, food and family-friendly films (all rated PG) are planned. Live music begins at 7 p.m. and movies start at dusk. Friday, June 12: “Big Hero 6” and music by Six Foot Joe & the Red Hot Rhinos. Friday, June 26: “How to Train Your Dragon 2” and music by the Black and Blue Guys; Friday, July 10: “Epic” and music by Mike Masse; Friday, July 24: “Frozen” and music by Deja Blu. Go to www.centennialco.gov/events or call 303-325-8000.
ART/FILM Painting Workshop
The Heritage Fine Arts Guild of Arapahoe County presents “Painting with Energy, Vision and Clarity,” a one-day workshop led by local painter Judith Berlinger. The workshop is for artists with prior drawing and painting experience. It runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at First Presbyterian Church, 1609 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton. Participants will learn how to interpret and simplify shape with form, values, and color. Art talks, demonstrations and individual attention from the instructor will help participants explore and develop their own painting(s) during this lively and informal workshop. Reservations required. To sign up, complete the registration form at http://www.heritage-guild.com/current-workshops.html. Contact Beatrice Drury, workshop director, at btdrury@q.com.
Art Guild Member Exhibitions
Members of the Heritage Fine Arts Guild of Arapahoe County will have their nature-inspired paintings featured in exhibits at Parker and Porter Adventist hospitals. Exhibits are sponsored by the Healing Arts Program of the Rocky Mountain Adventist Healthcare Foundation in support of the two hospitals. The framed images on display will be available for sale as unframed originals. The information desk and gift shop at each hospital will each have a price list and contact information for purchasing the pieces. The Parker hospital exhibit is open through Sunday, July 5, and features 12 paintings. Select pieces will remain at the facility’s Cancer Center through Aug. 5. The Porter hospital exhibit is open through Monday, July 6, and features eight paintings. Go to www.heritage-guild.com.
EVENTS Tea and Treasures
Assistance League Auxiliary of Denver presents Tea and Treasures at Tablescapes 2015, a fundraiser for the benefit of children and seniors. Event includes an amateur table setting competition, a delectable tea, boutique shopping, and garden and herb plants for sale. Event is at the Historic Bosworth House, Denver Landmark 73. Event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, June 4, Friday, June 5, and Saturday, June 6, at 1400 Josephine St., Denver. Call 303-695-1426 for information and reservations. Go to www.denver. assistanceleague.org.
Elizabeth Stampede Rodeo
Elizabeth Stampede presents A Colorado Rodeo Legend from Friday, June 5, to Sunday, June 7, at Casey Jones Park, Elizabeth. PRCA Xtreme Bulls performance is at 7 p.m. June 5. PRCA performances are at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. June 6, and 2 p.m. June 7. The Elizabeth Stampede has been named the PRCA Small Rodeo of the Year in 2011, 2012 and 2013. Tickets are available at www.ElizabethStampede.com or call 303-646-0308.
Baker Neighborhood Home Tour
KidFest
Kickstart the summer at the Highlands Ranch Metro Districts’ ninth annual KidFest, featuring activities, live entertainment, food and a variety of vendors. The event runs from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 13, at Civic Green Park, 9370 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Free activities include a climbing wall, Nerf dart zone, caricature artist, bounce house, sports games, bungee trampoline and more. Call 720-240-4909 or email klarese@highlandsranch.org.
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The Baker Historic Neighborhood Association plans its annual home tour, which honors the history and neighbors who work hard to preserve it. Baker is a historical neighborhood that hosts the largest concentration of Queen Anne style homes in the city. Baker was designated a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985, and became a historic district in Denver in 2000. Check-in for the tour at DCIS at Fairmount Elementary School, 520 W. 3rd Ave., Denver. The tour lasts from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 6. Go to www.bakerhometour.com.
Exotic Car Show
The Colorado Concours d’Elegance & Exotic Car Show is Sunday, June 7, at Arapahoe Community College in Littleton. The show runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Go to www.ColoradoConcours. org. In its 32nd year, the cars show has raised more than $1.5 million for the four Creative Options Centers for Early Education and childhood education programs at Ability Connection Colorado. The family-friendly event features entertainment by jazz band MoDaZz, Nature’s Educators and the Cat Care Society. Food and beverage will be for sale from local vendors.
Summer Camps
Arma Dei Academy, 345 E. Wildcat Reserve Parkway, Highlands Ranch, offers a number of summer camps. Call 303-346-4523 or register online at www.armadeiacademy.com. Camps for grades 2-5 include Lego Wedo Robotics, 9 a.m. to noon, June 8-12; Rocketry, 9 a.m. to noon, June 22-26; Movie Making, 9 a.m. to noon, July 6-10. Camps for grades 5-8 are CO2 Car Design, 9 a.m. to noon, June 1-5; Magnetic Levitation Car Design, 1-4 p.m., June 1-5; Lego EV3
Pinball Showdown, Gameroom Expo
More than 150 pinball and arcade video games will be available to play for free at the Rocky Mountain Pinball Showdown and Gameroom Expo on Friday, June 12, to Sunday, June 14 at Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows, 10345 Park Meadows Drive, Lone Tree. Fans can win trophies in pinball and arcade tournaments. Go to www.PinballShowdown.com for details.
Waterloo Gala
Cherokee Ranch and Castle Foundation plans its grandest party of the season, the Waterloo Gala from 6-10 p.m. Saturday, June 13. The masquerade-themed gala includes a dinner by the Inventing Room, a live auction, live music by a strolling violinist, dancing, games and more. Cherokee Ranch and Castle is at 6113 N. Daniels Park Road, Sedalia. Go to www.cherokeeranch. org, or call 303-688-5555.
DAR Organization Meeting
A new Castle Rock area chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will have an organizing meeting with NSDAR state regent Marcy Kimminau on Saturday, June 13, at the Larkspur Fire Station. A ceremonial Colorado state flag will be flown over the Capitol Building in honor of the new chapter, which will meet at 9:30 a.m. the first Saturday of each month from September to May at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. A new members tea will be Saturday, Aug. 1 at the library. New and prospective members will receive information on the mission and purpose of DAR. Members must be able to trace their ancestors back to a Revolutionary War Patriot. Genealogy workshops are schedule through the year. Go to www.DAR. org, or contact the chapter’s organizing regent Monica Flinner-Ross at 303-241-9915 for information or to RSVP for the August tea.
Parker CarFest
The Parker Car Club presents its seventh Parker CarFest on Sunday, June 14. Staging begins at 8:30 a.m. and the show runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Old Town Parker. The show takes place during the Parker Days festival and features cars, trucks and motorcycles. All net proceeds will go to the Parker Task Force/Food Bank.
Farmers’ and Street Markets
The Highlands Ranch Community Association’s farmers’ and street markets are open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 25, at Town Center, 9288 Dorchester St., Highlands Ranch. For details, pick up a Colorado Farm Fresh Directory at any HRC recreational center or go to http://hrcaonline.org/Classes-Camps-Activities/Events/Calendar-Events/ctl/viewdetail/ mid/5667/itemid/7479/d/20150503.
HEALTH Free Nutrition, Cooking Class
Free Heart Health nutrition classes and cooking demonstrations are offered from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, (The Heart-Brain Diet); Wednesday, June 17 (Meatless Mondays); Wednesday, June 24 (Foods and Supplements to Lower Cholesterol) at the South Denver Heart Center, 1000 Southpark Drive, Littleton. Join Richard Collins, M.D., “The Cooking Cardiologist,” along with Susan Buckley, RD, CDE, as they share their expertise on Heart Healthy nutrition and cooking solutions. For more information or to register, call 303-744-1065, www. southdenver.com.
Pedaling 4 Parkinson’s
The Pedaling 4 Parkinson’s bike ride is Saturday, June 13, at Sweetwater Park in Lone Tree. The ride will have three routes: Century (100 miles), Metric Century (62 miles) and a 10-mile ride. The fundraiser will benefit the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. The ride starts at 7 a.m. An expo will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Riders will be treated to lunch, a beer garden, live music, sponsor booths and activities. Live music will continue into the evening as Lone Tree presents the first show of its summer concert series. Registration is now open at www. pedaling4parkinsons.org.
Relieve Stress Now
Join Vicki Siegel, MA, CES, CSCS, as she teaches HeartMath: learn the impact that stress has on the body and a stress management technique to quickly stop the stress. At the same time, create a physiological state that supports peak performance, increased mental clarity and improvements in health and well-being. Class is from 1:15-2:15 p.m. Monday, June 8, at South Denver Heart Center, 1000 Southpark Drive, Littleton. Class repeats monthly. Registration required; a four-person minimum is needed for class to be offered. For information or to register, call 303744-1065 or go to www.southdenver.com. Calendar continues on Page 18
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Museum Outdoor Arts spotlights several pieces ‘Selections from the Collection’ reflects variety of gallery’s works By Sonya Ellingboe
sellingboe@colorado communitymedia.com The Museum Outdoor Arts’ indoor gallery at the Englewood Civic Center is filled with items collected over the more than 30 years that the MOA has been a force in the local arts community. “Selections from the Collection” reflects the varied kinds of focus the MOA has had as it follows its emphasis on “art in everyday life.” A mix of 2D and 3D works are, as always, well-displayed, but don’t especially relate to each other in most cases. One just needs to enjoy each as an individual, complete work. Although the back gallery has an assortment that seems to play together nicely: To the right of the entrance is “House of Fire,” a sculpture created from curvy, heavy paper — with edges singed. By Judy Anderson and Ginny Hayle, it was part of an especially interesting exhibit called “Reinventing the Book.” Also in that gallery is a large horizontal, blue, gray and white abstract canvas by Joseph Raffael, with a wall text quote from Raffael: “My painting is and has been a conversation with mystery.” In front of the painting are two flat sculptural figures, bent like chairs — but “not very comfortable,” according to MOA’s Tim Vacca. To the left side is a columnar sculpture, keeping watch. Lighting is low and a bit mysterious, inviting the viewer to make up a story or two. Near a pillar in the main gallery, one sees photos, chairs and earphones. Stop to hear about the creation of a recent addition that is not really portable. Fiddler’s Green Am-
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EDUCATION Past Present and Future of the Douglas County School District
Before 2009, Douglas County was the go-to district in Colorado for families wanting quality education for their kids and for teacher dedicated to providing it. Since then, the situation has changed. Many claim there is trouble in paradise; meanwhile, the district paints a picture of “better than ever.” What is the truth and how does it affect your children? Douglas County Parents will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 4, in the Shea B Room, at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch, for a presentation and informal discussion of Douglas County Schools issues and impacts. Bring questions, concerns and ideas. Learn more at www.douglascountyparents. com or contact Jason at jason@douglascountyparents.com.
Kindergarten Open House
Arma Dei Academy will have a kindergarten open house from 9-10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 4, at 345 E. Wildcat Reserve Parkway, Highlands Ranch. Register online at www.armadeiacademy.com. All grades welcome. Call 303-346-4523.
Start Now! Enrollment Event
Arapahoe Community College will offer an opportunity for anyone to begin the process of enrolling in fall 2015 classes with the Start Now event from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at the Littleton and Parker campuses. Start Now! will provide all prospective and currently-applied, but not enrolled, students with the opportunity to complete student orientation and testing while receiving assistance with advising, financial aid and registration during this one-day session. For information, or to apply for admission, contact the ACC admissions and records office at admissions@arapahoe.edu or 303-797-5621, or go to http://www.arapahoe.edu/startnow.
Wizard Camp
Registration is now open for Theatre of Dreams Wizard Camps, open to all ages, from 7 to adult. Cost includes all supplies and a tote bag. Sign up at least two weeks before class. Sessions are offered Monday through Thursday, June 8-11, June 22-25, July 6-9 and Aug. 3-6. Camps run from 9:30 a.m. to noon each day, and recital show for family and friends will be at noon on the last day of each session. Camps take place at Theatre of Dreams, 735 Park St., Castle Rock. Call 303-660-6799. To sign up, send $175 check, payable to Dream Masterz, to 3721 Starflower Road, Castle Rock, CO 80109-8453. Check will not be cashed until a minimum of 10 participants sign up for session.
Fracking & U.S. Energy Policy
Hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking,” is a controversial method of extracting previously unavailable oil and gas reserves from the ground by fracturing rock by injecting pressurized fluids. Proponents claim that it opens up vast amounts of natural gas
IF YOU GO The Museum Outdoor Arts’ indoor gallery is on the second floor of the Englewood Civic Center, 1000 Englewood Parkway. “Selections from the Collection” runs through July 11. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Admission is free. 303-806-0444, info@ moaonline.org. phitheater is included in the MOA holdings and last year it was renovated to include the “Panoramic Living Mural,” which covers a great deal of concrete wall area around the insides with a pattern of living plants — “the only one inside a music venue in the world.” The sustainable ecological installation is one of the largest living walls, with a design by Rane Creek that resembles a sound wave. It is watered by gray water and provides a habitat for pollinators. (MOA offers guided tours of this vertical garden, as well as other sites.) On a central wall is Craig Marshall Smith’s large, linear abstract painting, “Krazy Kat,” from a 2003 exhibit called “Oblique Angle of Architecture of the Line.” Across the gallery from the Smith canvas is a cluster of ceramic building-like forms by Chandler Romeo from a 2013 exhibit. And near these is a quirky curiosity case from Nick Bantock, including his ermine in a wooden case (“Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man”). Go to the back hall Sound Gallery and relax to the programmed surrounding “Color of Sound,” as soft music composed for the piece plays. And one step further brings a visitor to the White Gallery, where a video with musical background by Corwin Bell tells a story: “Sacred Water Myths.”
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Rise of ISIS
Known variously as ISIS, ISIL, or the Islamic State, this extremist Sunni Muslim organization has horrified the world with its brutal acts of terror. Born of the political chaos of the wars in Iraq and Syria, ISIS has gained territory in that region in their pursuit to reassert the caliphate, or Islamic State. Join Active Minds from 3-4 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, as we trace the rise of this group and seek to understand the challenge this represents to the region and the world. Program location is RiverPointe, 5225 S. Prince St., Littleton. RSVP at 303-797-0600.
1965 Flood of Castle Rock
Panelists will share stories from 50 years ago when Castle Rock was flooded. Attendees are also invited to share their stories. The Castle Rock Historical Society presents the program about then 1965 flood at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Refreshments will be served at 6:45 p.m. Admission is free. Contact the Castle Rock Museum at 303-814-3164, museum@castlerockhistoricalsociety.org, or www.castlerockhistoricalsociety.org.
National Park Centennial Celebration
Storyteller, outdoorsman and award-winning author John Stansfield presents a one-man, first-person performance re-enacting key moments in the life of Enos Mills and his part in the creation of Rocky Mountain National Park. Program is from 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Admission to the program is free; donations for Wild Connections will be accepted. A question-and-answer session follows the program.
Pioneer Women of Douglas County
Women pioneers, progressives and philanthropists shaped the Colorado and Douglas County that we see today. Shaun Boyd brings us the stories of four of these 19th and early 20th century women – Heresa Coberly, Miriam Fonder, Theodosia Ammons and Florence Martin. The Parker Area Historical Area program begins at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at Ruth Memorial Chapel, 19650 E. Mainstreet, Parker, Boyd has been an archivist with the Douglas County History Research Center since 1998. Go to http://www.parkerhistory.org/.
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Rock Canyon strikes for nine runs in lightning-delayed championship game
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If there was one play that defined Rock Canyon’s baseball season, it was Quinn O’Neill’s at-bat during the fifth inning of the Jaguars’ 9-2 victory over Chatfield in the Class 5A state championship game. Chris Givin, a senior bound for Xavier to play baseball, walked to start the inning at Denver’s All-City Field. Then O’Neill flied out to left field in the May 27 title contest. However, a balk was called and O’Neill returned to the plate with Chris Givin on second base. O’Neill then belted an RBI double and eventually came home on a single by Daryl Myers. That extended the Jaguars’ lead to 5-2, and Rock Canyon went on to nail down the fourth overall athletic state championship for the 12-year-old school. The victory gave the school its first baseball title. “That was kind of the epitome of our season,” said O’Neill, a senior outfielder who is headed to Trinidad State Junior College to play baseball. “That’s what we did. We took advantage of opportunities. We rolled with it. We definitely had the momentum on our side.” Rock Canyon took advantage of opportunities during the double-elimination portion of the state tournament and overcame some mistakes as the baseball team joined the boys soccer team (2008), girls golf team (2009) and girls swimming team (2009) as state champions. “This team was the greatest group of individuals,” said coach Tyler Munro, whose team opened the tournament with a 3-2 loss to Continental League rival Mountain Vista. “I told everyone if we ever lost they were going to bawl like babies. It was such a tight group. They loved being out there together. “We had one guy step up every game, and I had no idea who it might be.” In three elimination games at Denver’s All-City Field, the Continental League champion Jaguars beat previously undefeated Chatfield 7-6 on May 26, came back on May 27 with a 2-1 win over Mountain Vista to move into the championship game, and later in the day whipped Chatfield again to wrap up the title. Rock Canyon played small-ball at times, stealing bases and making key pitches to get out of trouble. The Jaguars also had to overcome some miscues; the team committed four errors, hit two batters and had two passed balls in its first win over Chatfield. The Jaguars had only two hits and had two runners picked off base in their
Rock Canyon players celebrate the school’s first baseball championship May 27 at All-City Field in Denver. The Jaguars defeated Chatfield 9-2. Photos by Paul DiSalvo triumph over Mountain Vista, but they played their most complete game in the championship win over the Chargers. In Rock Canyon’s May 25 win over Chatfield, Chris Givin pitched two scoreless innings in relief of starter Bryce Dietz. Matt Givin drove in the winning run in the bottom of the seventh with a sacrifice fly. In the first game of the May 27 doubleheader, with a trip to the title game on the line, Mountain Vista’s Will Dixon gave up just two hits. But junior first baseman Ben Sneider singled home two runners who walked in the second inning to give the Jaguars all the runs they needed to end the Golden Eagles’ season with a 19-7 record. Chris Givin pitched a complete game, scattering six hits as Rock Canyon advanced to a second matchup against Chatfield. Josh White, a senior second baseman who will become a cadet at West Point later this summer, made his second start of the season and second in the playoffs in the championship win over Chatfield. “I remember at the start of the season somebody saying, ‘I think he’s going to help you,’” Munro said of White.
White gave up one hit in each of the first five innings, but he limited the Chargers’ scoring chances in the complete game victory. “We knew going in this week there would be a hole,” said White. “That first game loss (to Mountain Vista) was a little shocking. We knew we could get them again and we did. “I just wanted to make my pitches and the stuff we practiced all year, make sure my mechanics were sound and use the defense behind me,” White added. “As the game went on I was locating my pitches better.” Rock Canyon (23-4) collected nine hits off four Chatfield pitchers and had an 8-2 lead in the top of the seventh before an hour stoppage for lightning and rain delayed the Jaguars’ victory celebration. O’Neill had two hits and three runs batted in during the championship game. Myers, a junior, also had a pair of hits and two RBI. “It was exciting and fun to be around this team,” said O’Neill. “It was huge. It will be a stepping stone for our program.”
Rock Canyon catcher Logan O’Neill (4) passes on some confidence to pitcher Josh White (3) in Rock Canyon’s 9-2 victory in the Class 5A state championship game May 27. White didn’t need much help, going seven innings and giving up only five hits.
Zhong shows heightened focus in tennis
Mountain Vista’s Casey Zhong was named the Colorado Community Media South Metro Girls Tennis Player of the Year. File photo
Mountain Vista player had great sophomore year By Jim Benton
jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com Casey Zhong paid more attention to what was happening on the court this season than what was happening off the court. Zhong, Mountain Vista’s standout sophomore, did well in her freshman season but admitted it was a learning experience. “When I was a freshman, I didn’t understand all the outside hype and challenges that came with high school tennis with all the cheering,” said Zhong. “This year I feel I challenged that a lot better, focused on myself when I was on the court and nothing that happened outside.” Zhong lost just two matches this season, finished third in the Class 5A state tournament at No. 1 singles and was named the Colorado Community Media South Metro Girls Tennis Player of the Year. “She deserves it,” said Mountain Vista coach James Flanigan. “She worked really hard and she beat every girl in the Continental League. She was the best player all year. Her only losses all year were to the 4A title girl and the 5A title girl.”
Zhong lost to Steamboat Springs’ Tatum Burger early during the Western Slope Open, and lost to her good friend Amber Shen in the state tournament. Burger won the Class 4A No. 1 singles title and Shen was the Class 5A state champion. “I definitely learned a lot from both of those matches,” said Zhong. “The one with the 4A girl I learned — because I had not played her before — to never underestimate an opponent. In the 5A match against my friend I learned a lot about what I need to improve on. “I had a really good season, definitely better than last year, which is good because you always want to improve. I went undefeated in the regular SOUTH METRO season and took third at state, so that was pretty good success.” ATHLETES Zhong feels she was a better tennis OF THE YEAR player in the 2015 high school season. As a freshman she was 17-2, losing in the regular season to eventual state champion Tate Schroder of Arapahoe and to Bri Smith of Highlands Ranch in the state tournament quarterfinals. “I improved on the techniques of being an aggressive baseliner, and then one of my goals last year was to be more consistent,” explained Zhong. “I improved on that this year. My serve was a big improvement too.”
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Vista baseball rises above expectations Golden Eagles come down to earth in tournament’s final 4 By Jim Benton
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Mountain Vista’s Will Dixon (15) and Brady Subart (23) surround Brandon Formby (5) after his game-winning RBI to eliminate Grandview. The Golden Eagles won 5-4 in eight innings to go on to play Rock Canyon. Photo by Paul DiSalvo
Mountain Vista’s baseball team exceeded expectations this season as the Golden Eagles advanced to the final four of the Class 5A state baseball tournament. However, the Golden Eagles were expelled for the second straight season before reaching the championship game. Mountain Vista lost in the double-elimination portion of the state tournament. Starting pitcher Will Dixon gave up only two hits in a May 27 game at Denver’s All-City Field, but Continental League rival Rock Canyon escaped with a 2-1 win that ended Vista’s season with a 19-7 record. Mountain Vista beat Rock Canyon, 3-2, in the first game of the state tournament on May 16, but Chatfield won a 3-2, nine-inning game over the Golden Eagles on May 17. So the second game against the Jaguars determined which team would face Chatfield in the championship game. “Last year we had a big run (20-5) and kind of expected to be there,” said Mountain Vista coach Ron Quintana. “This year no one expected us to be here. “It just showed the hard work of the kids,” Quintana added. “You work year-round to get to this point. I’m just proud. They were a scrappy group that made it more memorable.” In the May 27 game against Rock Canyon, Dixon had control problems to open the second inning. Two batters drew walks, but the first runner was picked off second base. After the third walk of the frame, both runners advanced on a passed ball. After Dixon got a strikeout for the second out of the inning, Rock Canyon junior first baseman Ben Sneider lined a single to left field to drive in the Jaguars’ two runs with Rock Canyon’s second and last hit of the game. “I knew my team needed a hit, and I just put the ball in play,” said Sneider.
Mountain Vista managed three of their six hits off Rock Canyon pitcher Chris Givin in the third inning, and Marc Mumper’s two-out single drove home a run that trimmed the Jaguars’ lead to 2-1. The Golden Eagles had two other chances to at least tie the game, but Givin worked out of trouble each time. Cooper Shearon led off the fourth inning with a double and moved to second on a sacrifice, but was stranded as the next two batters struck out and grounded out. Mumper, who started the inning with a double that came close to clearing the left-field fence, was on third with one out in the sixth, but he too was left on base. “We couldn’t get the big hit,” said Quintana. “We couldn’t get that one home in the fourth, and then give Marc’s ball two more feet and we might still be playing.” In an elimination game May 26 at All-City Field, it took an extra inning, but Mountain Vista ousted Grandview with a 5-4 victory as Brandon Formby drilled a bases-loaded, one-out single over the left fielder’s head to drive home the winning run in the bottom of the eighth inning. Formby, a senior second baseman and the team’s leadoff hitter, taps a foot on home plate before each pitch to get his spacing with the plate. His spacing was perfect, and he swung at the first pitch to deliver the winning hit against the Wolves. “I was just looking for a fastball, and I was supposed to take first pitch,” said Formby, who had two of Vista’s seven hits in the game. “That was my favorite pitch, so I had a swing.” Golden Eagles starting pitcher Mumper worked seven innings, giving up seven hits and three earned runs while striking out six batters. He also had an RBI double. Sophomore reliever Jalen Saiz retired the Wolves in order in the top of the eighth, and he picked up the victory when Vista used a single, walk, sacrifice bunt and intentional base on balls to load the bases for Formby. “This team had no quit,” explained Formby. “Every inning we went out, and we just tried to win every inning. It was not like we were trying to get 10 runs an inning, we just tried to get one more than them every inning.” That formula worked most of the season.
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jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com Troy Pachner’s resume was hard to discount, and Valor Christian hired him as the school’s new head boys basketball coach. Pachner was the only head coach at D’Evelyn for the past 17 years, compiling a 292-129 record. The Jaguars won a 3A state title in 2004, captured six league titles and advanced to the Elite 8 six times. “We had a lot of success at D’Evelyn,” said Pachner. “I loved the community and character of the people, and especially with the great pride in all the years teaching there and building the basketball program.” Pachner left D’Evelyn to replace Ronnie DeGray, who resigned as Valor coach after three seasons. “It was a very difficult decision,” admitted Pachner. “There was a mutual interest between myself and Valor. I just knew if that position became available that I would have an interest. “After 25 years in public schools, which I really enjoyed, I was looking for a different experience, and Valor with a Chris-
tian-based community and the focus of seeking excellence, that at this time in my career I felt was the path I wanted to go down.” Pachner acknowledged the contributions of the three previous Valor coaches and pointed out he hopes to continue the success of the Eagles basketball program with his style of play. “We’re seeking excellence, so that means we’re trying to build a program that goes out and competes for state titles year in and year out,” said Pachner. “We will play very aggressively on the defensive end. We will play a lot of pressure-man. “On the offensive end we’re going to play with a lot of pro spacing, attack the rim and also shoot a lot of threes if we have the kids that can do it. It’s a real exciting up-and-down brand of basketball. It’s fan friendly, and as a player I don’t know what other kind of system you would want to play in. It’s a chance to run, defend, attack the rim and shoot the three.” Valor returns its top three scorers in Khameron Davis, Jalen Sanders and Dylan McCaffrey. “You’ve got those three guys as your backbone, but there are several other kids that played last year or are coming up from the JV ranks, and I just love the competitive nature,” said Pachner. “I feel pretty spoiled walking into a situation with that kind of talent. “The cupboard looks pretty full to me. The athleticism across the board is impressive.”
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surgery. I had full range of motion a week out and had a lot of my strength back by three weeks. I was very determined. I did all the work like they said. “This year my training was more grueling and was the hardest I’ve ever done.” Still, Coffman had qualms heading into the state meet. “I had doubts here and there,” he admitted. “I knew if I just believed in myself and knew if I dropped the attitude from my head I could accomplish my goals. “Going into the kind of meet like state, I Coffman was definitely nervous. Anyone could take that kind of a meet and for some reason just swim out of their mind. I knew if I just kept my nerves in check and with all my teammates cheering me on, I could do great things. “I was injured at the time, but I still wanted to be a part of the Creek team so I swam anyway,” he said. “I was given one chance and got a couple state times.”
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Cherry Creek senior Sam Coffman is the Colorado Community Media South Metro Boys Swimmer of the Year, but he could also be the Comeback Swimmer of the Year if there was such an award. Coffman didn’t swim last season after undergoing rotator cuff surgery, but he garnered three first-place medals and came close to collecting a fourth at the 2015 state swimming championships May 16 at the Air Force Academy. “It was very grueling watching my teammates last year at state compete, and all I could do was be on the sidelines and cheer them on,” said Coffman. “I did everything I possibly could to contribute to the team.” Teammates were cheering for Coffman this season. He won the 200-yard freestyle state championship in 1:39.19, and got his second first-place finish in the 100-yard freestyle with a winning time of 45.64. He swam the anchor leg on the Bruins’ 400-yard freestyle relay team with JJ Strain, John Cremer and Hunter Fuqua. They were state champs with a time of 3:07.21. Coffman, who has signed to join the University of Missouri swimming team next fall, was also the part of the 200-
yard freestyle relay team that was edged out of first place by one hundredth of a second. “Clutch is the best way to describe Sam,” said Creek coach Chris Loftis, who related that Coffman swam in one meet last season in order to get a state qualifying time so he could join the team at the 2014 state meet. “It was pretty amazing, basically swimming on one arm,” continued Loftis. “What he was able to do this year speaks to what he is as an athlete, but more importantly as a young man.” SOUTH METRO Coffman’s grit helped him get ATHLETES ready for this season. OF THE YEAR He wanted to be at full strength after finishing fourth in the 100 and 200 freestyle individual events as a sophomore. He also swam on the 200- and 400-yard relay teams at the state meet two years ago. “Rehab after the surgery was annoying,” said Coffman. “No one wants to do the exercises and keep up with the work. The doctors were astonished on how fast I recovered after the
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Notice of Unclaimed Property, Douglas County Public Trustee
To Whom It May Concern: On February 18, 2015, the real property owned by Thomas Roberts, located at 8623 Gold Peak Drive #E, Highlands Ranch, CO 80130 was sold at the foreclosure sale conducted by the Douglas County Public Trustee. The sale number is 2014-0287. The amount the property sold for exceeded the total amount owed to the lender, Wells Fargo Bank, by $68,804.98. This amount is now owed to The Estate of Thomas E. Roberts less the cost of this publication notice.
The legal description of the property is CONDOMINIUM UNIT E, BUILDING 22, GOLD PEAK AT PALOMINO PARK, A RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM COMMUNITY, ACCORDING TO THE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS OF GOLD PEAK AT PALOMINO PARK, A RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM COMMUNITY, RECORDED ON JANUARY 12, 2006, IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO AT RECEPTION NO. 2006003449 AND COND OM IN IU M M A P, R EC OR D ED OF SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 AT RECEPTION NO. 2006080601, COUNTY OP DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. To claim the funds, contact the Douglas County Public Trustee, 402 Wilcox, Castle Rock, CO 80104, 303-660-7417. If the funds are not claimed by the owner entitled thereto before February 18, 2020, the funds will be transferred to the Colorado State Treasurer as part of the “Unclaimed Property Act”.
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June 4, 2015
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This is the third year for German Day, which will be held noon to 10 p.m. Sept. 5 and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 6. The event is a way to celebrate German heritage and tradition and to observe the anniversary of German unification. German food, beer, wine, music, dancing, entertainment and educational exhibits will be presented by the Edelweiss Preservation Foundation for a $10 entry fee. Children under 12 are admitted for free.
By Taryn Walker twalker@colorado communitymedia.com If all you have planned this summer is hiking, biking and swimming, you might try Centennial Center Park for a change of pace. The park will hold eight events/series packed with music, culture, movies, laser shows, art and food starting June 6. The park at 13050 E. Peakview Ave. opened three years ago and encompasses 11 acres, with a capacity of up to 4,000 guests. Last June, a major addition was installed: a large amphitheater. “It used to just be a concrete stage, but after our first summer season, we realized we needed some sort of cover, electricity and lighting to attract talents,” said Allison Wittern, public information manager for the City of Centennial. “We want it to be a destination for people to come and have fun and to attract acts from all over the world.” The amphitheater was among more than $1 million in improvements made last year to the park, which cost $5.3 million to build. The events are budgeted from the city’s general fund, which comes out of the communication budget comprising sales and property taxes and business licenses. To offset high costs, the city also finds sponsorships to help fund the events, Wittern said. “We are seeing an increase in attendance, and last summer we had amazing events,” Wittern said. Here’s a look at some highlights of this summer’s events at the park:
Summer Kickoff From 6 to 10 p.m. June 6, the community can attend the Summer Kick Off and move and groove to the music of the Trippin Billies. The band is the nation’s most renowned, original and longest touring tribute band to the Dave Matthews Band, according to a city brochure.
Founders’ Day Breakfast
The city of Centennial was established in 2001 over pancakes, so what better way to celebrate the city’s 15th anniversary, than by eating pancakes, Wittern said. On Sept. 12 from 8 to 10 a.m., free pancakes will be served. Wittern said Centennial’s founding fathers sat down to a breakfast of pancakes at The Original Pancake House to discuss the establishment of the city.
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Families swing on the playground at Centennial Center Park. The park will have its Summer Kickoff to start a series of events. Photo by Taryn Walker
Centennial Music & A Movie Movies are projected onto a screen at the amphitheater from 7 to 10 p.m. on June 12, June 26, July 10 and July 24 for the Music & A Movie series. However, this year, music has been added to the mix, and concerts will start each date at 7 p.m. Wittern said the music is a great way for adults to enjoy their time at the park before the movie. Below is a schedule of movies and bands. • June 12: “Big Hero 6” and live music by Six Foot Joe & the Red Hot Rhinos. • June 26: “How to Train Your Dragon 2” and live music by the Black and Blue Guys. • July 10: “Epic” and live music by Mike Masse. • July 24: “Frozen” and live music by Deja Blu.
Centennial Under the Stars
Centennial Under the Stars, scheduled for 6 p.m. Aug. 8, is the park’s largest event and last summer’s saw as many as 3,000 people, Wittern said. This summer marks the 1oth annual event and an ‘80s “extravaganza” band from Las Vegas called Love Shack will be performing. A laser light show is what makes the event so popular, Wittern said.
Centennial Artisans & Farmers Market
The monthly market will feature seasonal fresh produce, food trucks, live music and local artisans from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 20, July 18 and Aug. 15. “It’s a great way to support local business and growers,” Wittern said. The park offers a large play area for older kids and a water play station
If not completely stuffed with pancakes, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sept. 12 a new event called the Inaugural Colorado Chile and Salsa Festival will highlight local restaurants who are competing for bragging rights to claim Colorado’s best green chile and fresh salsa. Live music, kids activities, vendors, arts and crafts and craft breweries will all be a part of the fun, Wittern said.
Chalk Art Festival
This new event, Sept. 19 and 20, will feature Larimer Arts Association of Denver to help expand the Rocky Mountain region’s preeminent Italian chalk art festival. The community should get a kick out of these artist’s three-dimensional masterpieces, Wittern said. “Some of the chalk art looks like you could fall into it,” she said. “We have a great event line up this summer, definitely something for everyone. Each year we have more and more attendance. This park will be a happening place, there’s something every weekend. It’s a fun atmosphere and opportunity for people to meet their neighbors, and relax after a long week,” Wittern said.