June 4, 2015
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Outside the octagon: Mixed martial artist “Rowdy” Ronda Rousey meets fans at the Tattered Cover. See Page 5
Moving on: Councilmember Bruce Stahlman will not seek re-election. See Page 12
Julia Sweeney, left, and Izzy Aranda, granddaughters of founding members of Mile High Hook and Ladder, take advantage of the chance to splash at the group’s “pump in,” in preparation for the annual fire muster. Photo by Jennifer Smith A helping hand: Faith-based programs reach out locally and globally. See Page 16
Getting pumped for the fire muster Annual event parades to ACC on June 20 By Jennifer Smith
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Although Southwest Adams County Fire Rescue is no more, having merged with North Washington Fire Rescue this year, Garry Aranda is keeping its sirens blar-
ing. Aranda, a founding member of Mile High Hook and Ladder, was SACFR’s fleet-maintenance officer, meaning he touched virtually every fire engine that rolled through. When he saw the department’s first new truck, a 1949 International, was for sale, he jumped at the chance to bring it home. “It had gone to another department in Penrose (Colorado),” he said. “I thought, I want to get that
truck back to the department.” Then, when the departments merged, Aranda took the truck in lieu of overtime he was owed. Due to its age, the vehicle had to be decommissioned anyway. “So now this is my truck,” he said with a hint of pride. He’s also acquired a 1928 Hale and a 1973 American La France along the way. Aranda and other club members visited the Littleton Fire Rescue Training Center for a “pump
in” on May 30, to make sure all the hoses, bells and whistles were in good working order before the vehicles’ big moment in the spotlight, June 20 at the 30th annual Fire Muster, presented by the club and Ralph Schomp Automotive. The “pump in” is an informal event hosted by Littleton Fire Rescue Capt. Mark Gorman. He’s been the keeper of Littleton’s first fire Muster continues on Page 4
Council may kick butts off Main St. Study session takes look at smoking ban in downtown Littleton By Jennifer Smith
jsmith@colorado communitymedia.com Littleton City Council fired up a hot topic on May 26, taking a look at whether it should declare downtown a smoke-free zone. “This is going to be a highly charged issue,” predicted Mayor Pro Tem Bruce Beckman. Kim Glidden, owner of The Pottery Studio Gallery on Curtice Street, complained to council on April 21 that people regularly smoke outside her store. And even when they’re outside of the 15-foot zone in which current law bans smoking, Glidden says the smoke affects her and drives people away from her block. She asked council to consider a smoking ban, and Councilmember Debbie Brinkman directed staff to explore the possibilities. Brinkman also wants to limit smoking on playgrounds, open space and trails, Smoking continues on Page 4
Brian Tafoya picks up a cotton-candy Blizzard for his daughter at what might be the only all walk-up Dairy Queen left in the metro area. Photo by Jennifer Smith
Dairy Queen on thin ice Closure of bowling alley leaves fate in question By Jennifer Smith jsmith@colorado communitymedia.com Cindy Gonzalez has spent the last 38 years happily surrounded by Dilly Bars, hot fudge sundaes, Peanut Buster Parfaits and smiling faces. “My favorite thing is that
99.9 percent of the people are happy to be here and happy when they leave,” said the Dairy Queen franchisee. “It’s a good, clean, wholesome business. Not too many people are mad to come get ice cream.” But since her landlord, AMF Broadway Lanes, shuttered its doors late last month, her days are now filled with more trepidation than treats. Gonzalez’s family has owned the Dairy Queen, which opened at 5465 S. Broadway in 1960, since 1977, renting space
in the bowling alley’s parking lot. But when Gonzalez tried to renew the lease at the end of last year, the answer from the corporate office, she says, was a flat “no.” “As long as the bowling alley was there, I felt safe,” said Gonzalez, who employs a halfdozen people or so, including a couple of longtime and loyal employees. “But we don’t have a say in our future at this point. It depends on who buys Dairy Queen continues on Page 4
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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 safe-
ty 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.
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Littleton Crabapple Trail Inc. earned a $1,200 grant from the Colorado Garden Foundation to support the removal and replacement of dead trees along the sevenmile Crabapple Route in Littleton. Littleton Crabapple Trail was created to preserve and enhance a civic beautification effort that began more than 40 years ago. The resulting 6,728 trees prompted the mayor to proclaim Littleton the “Flowering Crabapple Capital of Colorado.” “This grant has been particularly timely,” said Larry Borger, Crabapple Trail president. “In addition to replacing the dead trees we cut down last fall, we are also able to replace some younger trees that were killed by the below-zero cold snap we experienced last November. While that premature cold weather took its toll on trees and plants throughout the city, fortunately most of the crabapple trees were spectacularly colorful this spring.”
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My passion I like to build and ride motorcycles and cars. I guess my passion for that started with four years of auto mechanics in high school and the fact my father was a usedcar salesman. It is fun to buy a frame and build a motorcycle from scratch. I also like to hunt. I like to hunt pheasants and I like to hunt antelope.
The best part of my job I really enjoy cutting hair because I meet so many interesting people. There are people who came in here for a haircut and now bring their children here for a haircut. I have no plans to retire because I really enjoy what I am doing.
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Barber and owner of Sam Hill’s Barber Shop in Englewood
My dad was a barber and I decided to follow in his footsteps so I attended Colorado Barber College. I worked at a couple shops for two years, and 27 years ago Dick Konecne, owner of Sam Hill’s Barber Shop, hired me and I have been here ever since. Dick also got me interested in hunting, a hobby or pastime that has become a part of my life.
helping fund a variety of projects, including planting trees and shrubs in TrailMark Open Space, the installation of disc-golf baskets along the Little Dry Creek Open Space, new equipment for South Suburban Ice Arena, a new website to manage the Ben Franklin Swim Team and new equipment for the South Suburban Pottery Studio and Holly Pool. The budget for the program is typically about $10,000. This year, South Suburban staff recommended approving $10,847 in matching funds. All projects will be completed in 2015. For more information about South Suburban Parks and Recreation, visit ssprd.org. Arapahoe Community College has received a $100,000 grant from the Temple Hoyne Buell Foundation, to be used for the ACC Child Development Center expansion and lab school. The foundation has provided more than $300,000 in support of the ACC Child Development Center since 2004.
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Barber Rick Lozano, owner of Sam Hill’s Barber Shop, cuts the hair of 10-year-old Logan Proutg. Photo by Tom Munds
I am the fourth owner of this location at 3456 S. Broadway that been a barber shop since 1909, and my passion is continue the tradition and keep the history alive. This was originally the OK Bath House and Barber Shop. Sam Hill bought it from the owner, he sold it to Dick Konecne and I bought it from him 10 years ago. I try to maintain an atmosphere that reflects the history of this location. I guess I am sort of doing that because I have a lot of people who come in and tell me this is the neatest barbershop they have ever seen.
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A place where everyone is welcome Neighborhood bar on Littleton’s Main Street appeals to wide variety of people By Jennifer Smith
jsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com Hipsters and bikers, housewives and retirees, theater patrons and actors, a suburban couple who tie their barking dog to the patio rail, same-sex and middle-age couples, and even the occasional city council member, pirate or zombie — everyone fits in at Olde Towne Tavern on a Saturday afternoon. Most Saturdays, many of the seats are filled with folks who have called it their second home for what feels like forever, back when it was called The Family Bar. The millennials who now find the bar kind of retro cool could never imagine those nights when they look into those faces today. The face that sits closest to the cocktail station at the bar, for instance — he’s been sitting there since before he gave a little girl a quarter for the jukebox. The little girl is 22 now, old enough to drink at the bar with him. Looking into his aging eyes, the millennials would never know that he would occasionally drink a little too much and dance on the tables, always in the signature suspenders he still wears today. The “lumbersexuals” — think the guys with the full, trendy beards — love OTT for the pool, the poker, the jukebox, the better-
A typical crowd at Olde Towne Tavern on a Saturday afternoon. Photo by Jennifer Smith
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than-average bar food, the fantastic wings, sports on TV. But they don’t know about the free Thanksgiving dinners that were really potlucks back in the day, with regulars pitching in and rounding up folks with nowhere else to go. They don’t know that the former
owner, Barb, would load up her car with food on that night and take it to the firefighters. But, with the ever-present cigarette dangling from her fingers, Barb would also not hesitate for a second to throw the drunks and cheaters out the front door, no bouncer needed. Many in the crowd these days — the young server who just had a baby, perhaps — aren’t old enough to remember when smoking was allowed in bars, so have never experienced entering a small, dark neigh-
borhood bar into a nicotine-drenched haze, ceiling tiles and menu covers coated with a yellow glaze. But some of the oldtimers are still shocked when they walk in and alcohol is the most pungent aroma, without all that smoke to slice through it. Though the bar has changed hands, odors, songs on the jukebox, décor, menus and names, there are some things that never change on a Saturday afternoon: a sense of camaraderie, of wanting to be together, of needing a place to gather instead of sitting home alone to watch the game.
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 Denver Parks and Recreation’s interim deputy director, where she’s held a variety of leadership po-
sitions 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
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it. Anything beyond that, we’re in the dark.” The bowling alley was the scene of perhaps Littleton’s most mysterious murders. Erin Golla, James Springer and Robert Zajac were found shot to death inside on Jan. 27, 2002. Littleton police have never had any solid leads, and the case has gone cold. “I’m not sure the bowling alley ever came back after the murders, but so much time has passed,” said Gonzalez. Bowlmor-AMF is being tight-lipped about the situation, and the sign outside simply thanks the community for 60 years of support. “After a comprehensive analysis, we recently made the
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decision to close our AMF Broadway Lanes location,” reads a response to questions about the closure and the future of the Dairy Queen. “This was a very difficult decision and we are grateful to the community for their patronage and support over the years. We encourage area residents to visit our other nearby AMF locations for the outstanding bowling experience that is synonymous with the Bowlmor-AMF brand.” Gonzalez says she has only heard rumors about who the next owner of the property will be. “Of course, we hope somebody comes along and buys it who will allow us to stay,” she said. “It’s a happy business, and we’ve been able to make a decent salary to keep our family going. We had hoped to someday sell it to another family to continue on in the spirit.” Even among Dairy Queens, Gonzalez’s is unique. As far as she knows, it’s the only one in the metro area that is strictly a walk-up business, and it’s only open from around the end of February until sometime near Thanksgiving, depending on the weather. Customer Brian Tafoya says he gets there as often as he can during open season. “For a small business like this, I think it’s nice to support them,” he said after ordering a cotton-candy Blizzard for his daughter. “I hope they don’t go away. I think it would be a shame to get rid of a small place like this. Growing up in a small town, these are the best places, the little hole-in-the-wall
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engine, a 1914 Federal, for years. But he’s retiring this summer, so someone else will have to learn to tame the temperamental engine and conquer the cranky hand crank. “I’ll be sore for a week or so,” he said after taking the vehicle out for its 100th birthday last year. “You have to do it just a certain way. It’s a dangerous thing.” He’ll do it again this year for the mus-
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.
TACO HOUSE TAKES BREAK Another longtime business in Littleton that may appear to be shutting down is really just taking a well-deserved rest and getting an extreme makeover. Contractors working inside Taco House on Littleton Boulevard said the closure was planned as part of a remodel, not the result of an unexpected disaster.
“We started on one thing, and just kept adding more and more to do,” said Erik Peiker of Lakota Roofing and Construction. “We had it halfway done, and we figured we might as well do it all at once.” Peiker expects the restaurant will reopen in the next couple of weeks.
stores.” But nobody hopes for a reprieve more than Gonzalez, who says that on top of likely taking a hard financial loss, she wouldn’t know what to with herself after 38 years of serving up smiles. “And I’d hate to think about my 80-year-old parents having to walk away with nothing,” she said. “It’s really sad.”
The state of Colorado banned smoking inside public places and set the 15foot zone around business entrances in 2006. Littleton followed suit in 2014 with an ordinance that mirrors the state statute, but Kristin Schledorn, city attorney, told councilmembers they’re free to enact stricter legislation. “There are certainly areas we could expand if you’re interested,” she said. Possibilities discussed include banning smoking outright downtown, as Boulder has done; relegating smokers to alleys or to outdoor patios that aren’t adjacent to public rights of way, like The ter, when fire engines of all makes, models and ages will gather at Littleton High School at 9 a.m. and make their way, bells and sirens blaring, down Littleton Boulevard and Main Street to the north parking lot at Arapahoe Community College. “It’s an opportunity to display the collector vehicles, but it’s really a community event,” said Pete Webb, who helped create the South Metro Fire Rescue Authority. “People belong to the club because of a love of fire service, the desire to preserve history and to support fire services as a community effort.”
Tavern’s rooftop smoking patio; and widening the limit around entryways to 25 feet, which would mathematically eliminate most smoking areas. “We know that making a law doesn’t mean everybody will obey the law,” said Brinkman. “But this does give law enforcement a way to enforce it.” Councilmember Jerry Valdes said restricting smoking on Main Street seems reasonable, but that’s about as far as he wants to go. “I’m just not into controlling everybody’s way of life,” he said. “It just seems like we’re trying to control too much.”
IF YOU GO Engines begin assembling at 7:30 a.m. at Littleton High School. Parade begins at 9 a.m. and ends at Arapahoe Community College. Concessions are available from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Activities include a water ball contest, drafting and pumping, water bucket contest, Jaws of Life demonstration, helicopter landing, visits from the stars of the Colorado Firefighters Calendar and the Sertoma Soap Box Derby, and more.
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Tattered Cover hosts `Rowdy’ book signing Ronda Rousey a ‘role model’ who appeals to young and old, male and female By Chase Ellis
cellis@coloradocommunitymedia.com “Rowdy” Ronda Rousey, the consensus No. 1 female pound-for-pound fighter in the world, signed copies of her book for about 400 customers at the Tattered Cover at Aspen Grove in Littleton on May 29. The event was to promote her recently published autobiography, “My Fight/Your Fight,” which chronicles her life in and out of the octagon. Fans of Rousey traveled from throughout the Denver area to see a different side of their “hero” and “warrior,” and there were smiles, tears, screams and hugs all around inside the Tattered Cover. Attendees young and old, and male and female alike waited upward of two hours to meet the woman considered a pioneer not only inside the octagon, but also outside of it for the way she helped to eliminate gender barriers in her sport of mixed martial arts. Young people and families at the signing referred to Rousey as a “role model” and a “hero,” and as 13-year-old Littleton resident Ethan Perlstein put it, “she is an inspiration.” Ethan Perlstein attended the signing with his father, Scott, and younger brother, Harrison. Ethan Perlstein is an aspiring wrestler who hopes that reading Rousey’s book will make him a better competitor. “Rousey has a mentality like me about losing,” Ethan Perlstein explained. “It’s hard, but you have to get off the mat, or out of the ring, and you have to walk away and get better from it. Seeing how competitive she is in her sport, and then seeing her being silly away from it, was good to be able to see her attitude.” As Rousey finishes her book tour, she is preparing to face Bethe Correia on Aug. 1 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to defend her Ultimate Fighting Championship women’s bantamweight championship.
Ethan Perlstein, 13, center, and younger brother Harrison, both of Littleton, meet Ronda Rousey as she signs a copy of her book for the young boys as part of a book tour that stopped at the Tattered Cover at Aspen Grove on May 29. Photos by Chase Ellis
Fans of Ronda Rousey crowd into the Tattered Cover at Aspen Grove to await the No. 1 pound-for-pound womens fighter in the world.
Ronda Rousey was at the Tattered Cover at Aspen Grove to sign 400 copies of her book “My Fight/Your Fight” for select customers who had purchased the book. Rousey spent more than two hours signing autographs and giving hugs to her fans.
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Cheaper gasoline comes with a price Hopes for economic boost haven’t panned out as expected 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 expected 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 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. 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.
Cutbacks ripple outward
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 consumer spending, despite cheaper gas, suggested that Americans might generally be more reluctant to spend than assumed. Some economists are reconsidering assumptions they use to forecast the 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 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 windfalls. But any gains won’t likely be enough to counter the anemic start to the year. Moody’s Analytics expects the economy to expand just 2.6 percent this year, down from an earlier forecast of 3.3 percent. (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
School safety panel hopes work continues Issues need more than six months, say members By Jennifer Smith
jsmith@colorado communitymedia.com With just one meeting left to go before presenting its findings to the Littleton Public Schools Board of Education on June 25, the district’s safety and mental health advisory committee has come to at least one major conclusion: Its work is not done. “This committee, or something like it, should go forward,” said Jim Stephens, committee chair, on May 27. “There is way too much work still to do. … We need to take all the great work that’s been started here and give it a place to live and to grow.” Timing was of concern when the group started meeting last December, as superintendent Scott Murphy had asked for a final report before he retires at the end of June. The board urged thoroughness over timeliness, however. “I am concerned you might not have enough time,” Jack Reutzel, now board president, said at the time. “It’s important we do this right and not try to fit into any prescribed time frame.” The committee, formed as a result of
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the killing of Claire Davis and suicide of Karl Pierson at Arapahoe High School in December 2013, was asked to tackle the following questions: “What are the recommendations and best practices for the future based on current practices, protocols, procedures, training, staffing, and crisis management? What changes have been made or are planned as a result of lessons learned? In what areas are there opportunities for improvement?” From that research, one thing the members hope the committee will pursue further in the future is the effect of stress on kids. Because LPS is a high-achieving district, its children feel a lot of pressure to succeed, the group discovered. But the group ran out of time to research the effects of that pressure on mental health or to pursue solutions. “I don’t think school districts can completely manage the stress themselves,” said Robert Reichardt, committee member. “But it’s not like we can go out and lecture families to have lower standards for their kids.” At a minimum, the committee will recommend regular outside audits of the district’s security procedures and support a staff proposal to add mental-health professionals at elementary schools. Further honing of the final report will happen at a June 10 meeting.
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REMEMBERING THE FALLEN
Escorted by Dennis Hardison, Pat Hardison and Janelle Rodriguez place flowers at the base of the American flag at the World War II Memorial on May 25. People gathered at the World War II Memorial at Littleton’s Ketring Park on Memorial Day, May 25, to honor fallen servicemen and women.
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Members of the American Legion Post 103 All Veterans Honor Guard present the 21-gun salute during the Memorial Day service at the Littleton World War II Memorial in Ketring Park on May 25.
OBITUARIES HEGARTY
Bartholemew Vincent Hegarty
Bartholemew Vincent Hegarty, 90, of Lakewood CO, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2015 at his home with family present. Bart was born September 17, 1924 to John & Lillian Hegarty in Ballina Ireland. Bart was five years old when his family immigrated to America in 1929, settling in Skokie, Illinois a suburb of Chicago where he was raised. He attended the Niles Township High School and participated in football, baseball, basketball, student government and the Glee Club. In 1943 he served three years in the Army Air Force, during WW II as a Cryptographer, rank of Corporal primarily in New Guinea and received several medals including two Bronze Stars. After the war he attended and graduated from the University of Illinois UrbanaChampaign, (Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity), with an Insurance degree as the founding President of the Illini Insurance Society. He began work as a Fireman’s Fund Special Agent in Iowa and after a couple of years later he relocated to beautiful Colorado. During this time he met his future wife Lucine Adele Ostmeyer whom he married in 1952 but who sadly passed away from cancer 1961. Soon after his marriage to Lucine, he chose to open his own business which later became Insurance of Denver, Inc. and later included his son Shawn celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2007. At one time the independent agency was one of the larger independent agen-
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cies in the region. After his wife passed Bart’s mother Lillian came to Colorado to help raise his five young children, ranging in age from one year to seven years old. In 1989 Lillian passed away at the age of 91. Bart was also very fortunate to have known three beautiful and bright women over his many years after his wife Lucine passed away, which include Mary Morrell, Irma Jean Guire and later Wilma Long who also have all passed. To teach his children about commerce, in 1970 he purchased a 30 foot tall, 12 lanes, huge fiberglass commercial “Sky Slide”. His five children took turns operating the Sky Slide as a business during their summers from 1969 to 1982 at Lakeside Park, Colorado before they went off to college. Bart was known for his support of all things Lakewood/Jefferson County as a little league football assistant coach, the Chairman of the Jeff
County Education Accountability Commission and Lakewood on Parade celebrations (serving as the Grand Marshal one year) and several catholic charities. His “St. Patrick Day” parties were legendary for many years in Lakewood. Along with his passion for his family and business he was passionate about his lifelong golf game which he continued to play until age 89 at Lakewood Country Club. His accomplishments in golf included seven Holes in One. An Irishman through and through Bart was also known as an occasional self-styled Irish philosopher on the 19th hole after a game of golf where many of the world’s issues were debated. Survivors include (oldest to youngest) Sons: Shawn, Bryan (Stacy), Patrick (Kelly) and Brett (Brenda); Daughter: Shannon (Joseph); Grandsons: Jason Runung, Kris Runung, Bart, Ryley, Timothy, and Matthew; Granddaughters: Janine, Kimberly Badillo Warren, Nikki, Katie Renee, Cathleen Badillo, Katie and seven Great Grandchildren. A memorial “Celebration of Life” will be held Sunday June 7th at Lakewood Country Club in Lakewood at 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Flowers can be sent to the memorial celebration or in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lutheran Hospice, (Denver CO) and/ or the Grinnell VFW, (Grinnell KS). All of Bart’s five children contributed to this Obituary.
The El Jebel Shrine Pipe Band plays “Amazing Grace” to a full house during the Memorial Day service at Ketring Park. The recent rains subsided long enough to allow those in attendance to enjoy a beautiful morning.
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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 technological 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.
Sudden reversal
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 Canadianbased 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 Hughes, an oilfield services firm. That’s led companies like U.S. Steel to temporarily close factories that make the steel pipe used in oil wells. Texas-based Superior Silica Sands, which makes fracking sand, has canceled the building of a factory and has slashed capital spending plans. Investment in wells and production facilities collapsed nearly 50 percent last quarter, the government says, and cut the quarter’s annual economic growth by threequarters of a percentage point. Goldman Sachs estimates that three jobs will be lost in other industries for every position shed by energy companies as laid-off workers spend less. That trend is painfully evident in Texas, which lost 25,400 jobs in March, the most since 2009. Many were in mining, which includes oil and gas. But most of the losses were indirect: As laid-off workers cut spending, retailers cut 6,600 jobs. Cheaper gas has hardly been a comfort to Orlando Garza, 34, who lives near Corpus Christi, Texas, and was laid off from his job in February as a well site leader. “I’ve had to cut back tremendously,” Garza says. “I tell my kids, `I don’t have a job, so I can’t buy it.’”
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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 Michael Norton the time where you get WINNING a lot of your reading in, specifically books. And WORDS although I enjoyed the 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.
Look at the time — it’s time for a change 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,
I guess, to myself and to anyone who might be in the same boat, to be honest about yourself. And to be willing to change. That’s one of the hardest things to do, and generally Craig Marshall Smith it cannot be done without help. QUIET Another very DESPERATION hard thing to do is to ask for help. When was the last time you asked for help? Other than 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.
Serving school district has been true honor As my retirement draws near, Chris Rotar, editor of this newspaper, invited me to write a guest column to reflect on my time as superintendent of Littleton Public Schools and in public education as a whole. I am honored for the opportunity, and I am forever thankful for my time in LPS. In my nearly 40 years in education, I’ve learned that communities that value and support education come together in challenging times to solve problems. During my nine years as LPS superintendent, we’ve faced realities of national recessions, state budget cuts, school closures, increased unfunded mandates every year, and increasing expectations of public education. We’ve experienced tragedy and heartache. Schools and communities face these challenges together. It is during these times that the LPS community emerges stronger than ever. We come together to support our children and their schools. The evidence is impressive. This
community supports schools through the passage of local elections, which keep our community’s values for its schools at the forefront. This community steps up to serve on committees, to volunteer in classrooms, to serve on the board of education, to Scott Murphy support all kids and GUEST families. The results speak for themselves. COLUMN I’ve learned that communities that value education support their students of all ages. Go to any concert, athletic event, performance, academic competition, or back-to-school night and you will not only be able to see the support — you can feel it.
I’ve learned that there’s nothing better than visiting classrooms. It’s always been my favorite thing to do, and I encourage all LPS taxpayers to visit their neighborhood schools. Our students are amazing. The learning they engage in will impress you, and the passion they have for learning will warm your heart! Our teachers are the very best, and they make a profound difference in the lives of students. On behalf of all of us in LPS, thank you for letting us educate your children. As I reflect on public education at the state and national level, I think about how the words “transparency” and “accountability” have been used to create controversy, not just here in Colorado but across the country. It’s interesting because K-12 public education is the most inherently transparent and accountable system there is. In LPS, accountability and transparency with Murphy continues on Page 10
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Surviving the struggle in the state Senate I knew going into this year’s legislative session that it would be different. I had never served in the minority, I had new committees, and some of my favorite colleagues were no longer there by my side. “Struggle” seemed to be the theme for the legislative session this year. Whether you were in the majority or minority, no one’s bill was safe. With some of the bills, even the citizens weren’t safe. Overall, there were 692 bills introduced this session, the highest number in my seven years at the Capitol. However, almost 300 of those were killed in committee (some of those mine) or “laid over” on the floor to die on the calendar. Unique to Colorado is the “GAVEL amendment” that requires every bill introduced to have a “fair and public hearing.” In most states, legislators can introduce hundreds of bills, but those might never be seen, hidden in someone’s desk or pocket-vetoed by a com-
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discretion are critical to our success. LPS has always been honest in our direct communications to our community. I want to thank the reporters at Colorado Community Media for sharing the LPS story in a balanced, professional manner. I’ve learned that there are never easy solutions to the challenges public schools face. There will always be differing opinions regarding issues such as taxes, testing, evaluation, mental health, accountability and what the
mittee chair. So, we work harder here and in committees longer. Unfortunately, most of my bills were double- or triple-assigned, which means that instead of going to one committee Linda Newell for testimony, you have to go to two or GUEST three committees before reaching COLUMN the floor. Why? Did the Republicans not know which committee should hear my bills? Were they trying to thoroughly vet them? Or just attempting to ensure they die? I can’t say, but at one point, I did mention jokingly that they only had to kill a bill once. It’s actually hard not only on the bill sponsor, but also on the
witnesses who have to come to testify repeatedly. In spite of that, persistence and bipartisanship paid off with most of them, and many children and families won. Toil over the budget was hard as well this session. I had to fight to get dollars for eyeglasses for kids at risk or in foster care. Some children have been literally scrounging in lost-and-found boxes at school to find a pair of glasses that might fit them. Eventually, it ended up included in the final package. One item prohibited, though, was funding for the long-acting reversible contraception program, which has put Colorado as the leader in the country for teen pregnancy reduction. With this program, the teen abortion rate has gone down by over 42 percent, and teens have avoided reliance on government services. But it just couldn’t get past committee. However, it wasn’t always the struggle with my Republican friends, but awk-
wardly, the governor’s office as well. After years of discussion, months of stakeholder work, and much negotiation, we finally reached a compromise on my Child Protection Ombudsman bill in the last 10 days of the session — to move it from the Department of Human Services to the judicial branch to be a fully independent office. Evidently now, legislators working for ALL people have to work a bit harder. And what does this mean for Coloradans? You may want to take a closer look at the drama under the dome and let your voice be heard.
role of public schools should be. Until some of our state’s funding issues can be resolved, schools will operate with far less than is needed to educate students well. All Colorado schools will continue to struggle with these issues. It is my hope that Coloradans continue to encourage their legislators to fund what they value: children and families. I am confident that LPS will remain strong and will flourish. LPS is a destination district for families and employees. Families move to this community because of the quality of its schools. More than 20 percent of our students continue to come to us from other districts. The very best educators want to work in LPS, including teachers, principals and district
administrators. Hundreds of talented educators apply for a small number of jobs here every year. People see what we have here in LPS and they want to be part of it. This is a testament to all of you; schools are a reflection of the communities they serve! I hope all of you will join me in welcoming Brian Ewert as the next superintendent in LPS. I’ve known Brian as a superintendent colleague for several years, and he is a great fit for this community. I commend the LPS Board of Education for its caring leadership and thoughtful guidance in the selection of a new superintendent. Thank you for your support and friendship during my 25 years in Littleton
Public Schools. LPS is a part of my family, and I will miss everything about it. I will miss the concerts, plays, games, graduations, awards assemblies and competitions. I will miss lunch with high school upperclassmen, story time with preschoolers and everything in between. I will miss working closely with talented, caring professionals and a board of education that truly represents local values and does what is best for children. I’ve had the best job in the world, and I thank you for the opportunity to serve you. Best wishes.
Linda Newell is the state senator for Senate District 26, which encompasses Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Littleton, Englewood, Sheridan, Cherry Hills Village, Greenwood Village, west Centennial and parts of Aurora. She can be reached at 303-866-4846 or at linda.newell.senate@ gmail.com.
Scott Murphy is retiring this month as superintendent of Littleton Public Schools.
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Racquetball tourney comes to Ranch Northridge rec center hosts players from around country Staff report The USA Racquetball National Singles Championship was quite the hit, as 326 players competed May 20-26 at Highlands Ranch’s Northridge Recreation Center. The 10-court facility and gym hosted players and attendees from around the country. The tournament was also streamed online to hundreds of viewers thanks to USA Racquetball. Other racquetball tournaments were also held around the area, including at the YMCA in Littleton and Lifetime Fitness on Dry Creek Road, according to Cheryl Kirk, a member of the International Racquetball Federation’s board of directors. When asked why Highlands Ranch was selected to host the championships, Kirk said, “Northridge is a beautiful and hospitable club.” Kirk was one of 59 women competing at the tournament. She burns more than 600 calories an hour playing racquetball, as it takes a lot of power to serve; in fact, racquetballs can travel more than 150 mph, she said. Competitors from levels A through D powered up their racquets for the tournament, and some participants even exceeded those levels, Kirk said. Racquetball players above level A are considered professional and are broken into categories such as open and elite. Many fans at Northridge were rooting for Denver resident Adam Manilla, who placed fourth in the men’s singles U.S. qualifying team division.
Competitors hit match to match from May 20-26 for the National Singles Racquetball Tournament hosted at Northridge Recreational Center. Hundreds of racquetball players from around the country traveled to Highlands Ranch to win the finals championship. Photos by Taryn Walker
Terry Ingram of Dallas, Texas competes against Dennis Harris of St. Louis, Missouri (not pictured) at Highlands Ranch’s Northridge Recreation Center for the National Singles Racquetball Tournament on May 22.
Racquetball fans and spectators crowded around a court at the semi-finals of the National Singles Racquetball Tournament on May 22 at Northridge Recreation Center in Highlands Ranch.
Beer battle could head for ballot in Colorado Craft brewers fear effect of change in grocery law By Ivan Moreno Associated Press
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.
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Cheryl Kirk, board of directors and press officer for the International Racquetball Federation was one of 59 women who competed at the National Singles Tournament hosted at Northridge Recreation Center from May 20-26. Kirk, who’s from Naperville Illinois said Northridge was perfect for the competition because of the amount of space it offer. “I’ve been playing since 1977 and it’s the best stress reliever I’ve found yet,” Kirk said.
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 the Shelter at Sheridan Community Park, just west of Sheridan High School, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. June 16. The free event features live entertainment by Jose Melendez and students from Sheridan Recreation Center’s Music Lab, plus the musical group Glen Coco from Lakewood High School. Refreshments include ice cream, root-beer floats, lemonade, iced tea and cookies. Call 303-761-2241 for more information.
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Ballot could hold 29 charter questions Changes could be made to document from 1959 By Jennifer Smith
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Littleton voters could be looking at quite a laundry list when they get their ballots in November. Littleton City Council on May 26 took a look at adding 29 questions regarding language in the city charter, mostly “administrative clean-up” items, said City Manager Michael Penny. They range from minor items, like capitalization of job titles throughout the document, to expansion of the city’s condemnation powers to include utility infrastructure and facilities. Some simply remove outdated provisions, like the one for a volunteer fire department and another that dealt with disposing of the city’s longgone sewer plant. But council did spend some time talking about one item in particular that would require the approval of voters, not just city council, to sell what few water rights the city has left. There was much controversy in 2011 when then-Mayor Doug Clark signed a deal that meant Denver Water wouldn’t have to serve any areas the city might annex, in exchange for $2.6 million. That move effectively blocked what at the time was the potential annexation of Sterling Ranch in Douglas County. Councilmember Bruce Stahlman feels like putting such decisions in the hands of the voters is a slippery slope. “We’re elected by the voters to make complex decisions,” he said. “We could put everything to the voters, but then what’s the point of sitting here?” Though it’s been amended over the years, the charter has never undergone a complete review. It was approved in 1959 to establish Littleton as a home-rule city, in part to escape potential annexation by Denver. It codified the council/city manager form of government that exists today. In late 2013, each of the seven sitting councilmembers appointed two people to the review committee, resulting in a diverse set of perspectives. The most controversial questions were left by the wayside, said Penny, so voters will only see the ones that the 14 committee members achieved consensus on. Penny said that because the ballots won’t show the difference between current charter language and the proposed changes, a lot of outreach should happen before the election to help the voters understand what they really mean.
‘We could put everything to the voters, but then what’s the point of sitting here?’ Bruce Stahlman, Littleton city councilmember
HEADED FOR THE BALLOT Voters will likely be asked to decide: Whether to officially change the title of council president to mayor Whether to allow the city to publish its financial reports on its website or other public places as council determines, instead of in a legal newspaper like the Littleton Independent Whether the city clerk should be a voting member of the election commission Whether the sale of open space and water rights should be approved by a vote of the people, or just by city council Whether contracts longer than two years should be approved by council Whether council should continue to approve the city manager’s appointments to the positions of city clerk and finance director For a complete list, visit www.littletongov.org. Click on the “City Leadership” tab, then “View Meetings Online.” Click on “Open Legistar Video & Agenda Page” and find the May 26 meeting. Click on agenda; it’s the last item.
“There are going to be points we’re going to want to make sure we address,” said Mayor Phil Cernanec, who would actually be the mayor if voters approve the changes. The official title in the charter is “council president.” “It’s not a sales job, it’s an informational job, and that’s our job,” agreed Councilmember Debbie Brinkman.
Councilmember won’t pursue re-election Littleton’s Stahlman has held office since 2009 By Jennifer Smith
jsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com Councilmember Bruce Stahlman is the first incumbent to come out with a campaign announcement, though maybe not the one his constituents might expect. “I’ve immensely enjoyed my time on city council, especially the opportunity to serve and work with many outstanding people for the future betterment of Littleton,” he said in a news release. “But my priority at this time clearly has to be my family, so this was an easy decision to make.” Stahlman and his wife, Kelly, have faced several Stahlman challenging family issues over the past two years related to their twin sons with developmental disabilities; Mark died in June 2014, and his brother, Eric, has been in and out of the hospital recently. Stahlman was elected to a two-year term in 2013 after being elected to a four-year term in 2009. The charter limits councilmembers to serving 12 consecutive years, so Stahlman potentially could have served six more.
Five of the seven council seats will be up for grabs in November, including Stahlman’s and Peggy Cole’s at-large seats; Cole could potentially serve four more years. Debbie Brinkman’s four-year term is ending in District 4, and she’s eligible to serve four more. The four-year term of Jerry Valdes in District 2 is up, but he could serve eight more. Bill Hopping, who was appointed in April after Randy Stein’s resignation, will have to campaign this time to retain the District 1 seat. Mayor Phil Cernanec’s and Mayor Pro Tem Bruce Beckman’s current terms don’t end until 2017. Stahlman said he’s sure things will continue down a good path without him. He looks back on highlights like solidifying relationships among the city’s fire partners, the new Littleton Police Department facilities and the South Platte River restoration, among others. “We’ve always said that Littleton’s quality of life doesn’t happen by accident,” he said in the release. “It takes vision and dedication.” He’s also proud that the city is working to restore its “open for business” image with projects like Breckenridge Brewery and Littleton Village coming to life. “A particular friend of mine said it is foolish to reflect upon the past except where that past is agreeable,” he said. “For my part, I shall think of my time on city council often and with great affection.”
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The Valor Christian High School choir performed a fun rendition of the Nationall Anthem at their 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.”
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 cut-outs of graduates’ heads and signs creatively 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 Valor Christian High School graduate Sierra Rhian Bennett has her tassle turned by Zach Gautier, Director of Academic & College Counseling after she received her diplmoa.
Several Valor Christian High School students were recognized for having a grade point average of 4.5. or higher at their graduation commencement.
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 real authentic friendships.
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AREA CLUBS
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Political
ARAPAHOE COUNTY Republican Breakfast Club meets the first Wednesday of each month at Maggiano’s DTC, 7401 S. Clinton St., Englewood. Breakfast buffet opens at 6:45 a.m. and program lasts from 7:15-8:30 a.m. Contact Myron Spanier, 303-877-2940; Mort Marks, 303770-6147; Nathan Chambers, 303-804-0121; or Cliff Dodge, 303-909-7104.
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AAUW, AMERICAN Association of University Women, Littleton-South Metro Branch, invites graduates who hold an associate or higher degree from an accredited institution to participate in activities that advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. Meetings are usually the second Monday of each month, September through May, at Southglenn Library, Vine and University in Centennial. Social time at 6:30 p.m. is followed by a short business meeting and informative programs. Contact membership chair Barb Pyle at barbpyle@yahoo.com. AMERICAN BUSINESS Women’s Associa-
tion meets on the second Wednesday each month at 6:30 p.m. welcoming women, working or not, to Success Chapter programs for success and positive living. Call Lori Smith at 303688-3100 ext. 360 or e-mail loris@intermountain-rea.com for upcoming speakers and events at Marriott Denver South, 10345
Park Meadows Drive, Littleton.
BNI CONNECTIONS (www.thebniconnections. com) invites business owners to attend its meeting held each Tuesday, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 Ridgegate Circle. There is no charge to attend a meeting as a guest. Please visit www.thebniconnections.com or contact Jack Rafferty, 303-414-2363 or jrafferty@hmbrown.com. CERTUS PROFESSIONAL Network meets for its Littleton networking event from 9:30-11 a.m. the fourth Thursday of the month at Panera Bread, 3702 River Point Parkway, Littleton. Build your network, grow your business, network less. Our events are structured to connect professionals with the resources, power partners and leaders to expand their business and the business of others. Open to all industries, includes 30 minutes of open networking and organized introductions to the group. Cost: $12 non-CERTUS members at the door. First participants pay half price. RSVP not required. More info about CERTUS™ Professional Network at http://www. CertusNetwork.com.
WOMEN INVESTMENT Group Master Mind Group meets to empower all women to build a real financial freedom through the power of real estate in any market condition. We network, share ideas, leads, resources and encourage each other. We meet once a month. For meeting information, call Lorena 303-981-6539 or e-mail WomenInvestmentGroup@ comcast.net.
from the red tees. Afterward, lunch can be ordered on the patio overlooking the course. Call Laura at 303-526-9598.
REC AND Rock for ages 10-14 meets from 7-11 p.m. every first and third Saturdays at the Goodson Recreation Center in Littleton. The cost is $6. Call 303-798-2476 ext. 11. ROCKY MOUNTAIN Basketball Academy club, expert training for youth basketball players grades fifth through 12th meets twice per week and operates all year. Play in leagues and tournaments. Send inquiries to ronkburgin@ yahoo.com.
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DENVER WALKING Tours Denver area residents and visitors are invited to experience downtown Denver through a free walking tour, a two-hour excursion that starts in Civic Center Park, winds through downtown past more than a dozen of Denver’s distinctive landmarks and ends in front of Coors Field. Tours are offered every day. No reservations needed. Tours are free, and tips are encouraged. Go to http://www. denverfreewalkingtours.com/ for details.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN Woodturning Club meets at 6 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month in the basement of Rockler Woodworking Store, 2553 S. Colorado Blvd. SAINT PATRICK’S Brewing Company offers bocce ball and ping pong tournaments. Bocce ball tournaments are at 2 p.m. Sundays, and ping pong is from 7 p.m. to close Thursdays. Play is first-come, free play. Saint Patrick’s is at Santa Fe and Bowles, right on the river. Call 303-718-7575.
FRIDAY DANCE Night Saint Patrick’s Brewing Company offers First Friday Dance Nights. 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.
CONTACTS UNLIMITED is a business and professional leads group that meets at Courtesy Ford, 8252 S. Broadway, Littleton in the meeting room on the first, second, and third Thursday of every month. Meeting time is 8-9:15 a.m. Visitors are welcome. Call Jenifer at 303-221-6550.
Golf Course, Littleton, is accepting new members. Call 303-973-4653.
NON-PRACTICING AND Part Time Nurses Association meets from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month at the Southglenn Library, 6972 S. Vine St., Centennial. All nurses are invited to attend for medical presentations. Contact: Barbara Karford, 303-794-0354.
MEADOWS WOMEN’S Golf League offers relaxing Tuesday mornings of friendly golf for ladies at the Meadows Golf Course, 6937 S. Simms St., near Ken-Caryl Ranch. The league plays 18 holes weekly from mid-April to mid-October. This fun group competes for prizes while playing
SALTY DOG Sailing Club If you love to sail or want to try, if you don’t have a boat, if you have a boat but don’t sail enough because you cannot find a crew, the Salty Dog Sailing Club is for you. The club meets the second Thursday of the month. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. with the business meeting commencing at 7 p.m. Go to www.saltydog.org for meeting locations and directions.
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STROLLER STRIDES is a group fitness program that provides moms with a challenging workout and the opportunity to build relationships and gain the emotional support needed to adjust to the tremendous life change called motherhood. Classes are offered at 9:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at DeKoevend Park, near University and Arapahoe, and at 9:30 a.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at Clement Park, near Wadsworth and Bowles. For more information, visit the Stroller Strides Web site at www.strollerstrides.com or call Kathy or Karen Zawadzki at 888-684-0641 or e-mail kandk@ strollerstrides.net. WESLEY WRITERS is a small group of vignette memoir writers who meet at 10 a.m. the third Saturday of each month at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St. Share stories of the joys and sorrows of our yesteryears. No fees.
Service
AMERICAN LEGION George C. Evans Post 103 Attention military veterans: Do you believe in patriotism and in helping our veterans, our children and our communities? Join the Littleton American Legion George C. Evans Post 103 at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month at the Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave., Littleton. Visit www. legionpost103.org or call 720-287-2139. CREATIVE COUNSELING Center is a network
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ENGLISH CONVERSATION Sessions. Go to the Bemis Public Library Friday mornings from 9-10:30 a.m. to practice English in an informal group and learn about American culture. No registration is required. Call 303-795-3961. NUTRITION CLASSES. Free bootcamp class meets at 8:30 a.m. three Saturdays per month at L-Town Nutrition, 1360 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton. Go to the park for a fun, energizing start to the weekend. Visit our Facebook pages for updates: Littleton 24Fit Club or L-Town Nutrition. Also offered is a Body Exchange Challenge. This consists of weekly meetings to discuss both nutrition and fitness. We deliver all of the tools that you need to help you reach your goal. There is an optional fitness class offered after the class. The class meets Wednesdays at noon or 6 p.m. You can join the challenge anytime, the fees are prorated. Visit L-Town Nutrition, call Gen McKenna at 303-730-2038 or email ltownnutrition@gmail.com to sign up. SINGLE DADS Resource Center Inc., a nonprofit organization, offers free parenting classes such as “The Ins and Outs of Single Fathering Parenting” focused on single fathers. Classes are from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 6322 S. Lakeview St., Littleton. Call Jamey O’Donnell, founder and executive director of the group, at 720-298-2021 or e-mail info@sdrci.org. SUMMIT CANCER Solutions is a nonprofit organization that offers exercise programs in the Denver Metro area to adult cancer survivors. Our goal is to improve the health and well being of cancer survivors through exercise. Contact us at 303-409-2206, e-mail us at info@summitcancersolutions.org or visit www.summitcancersolutions.org.
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BENEVOLENT AND Protective Order of Elks Lodge No.1650 meets at 8 p.m. Thursdays at 5749 S. Curtice St., Littleton. Call 303-794-1811.
ANTIQUE CLUB meets the second Saturday each month from 10 a.m. to noon at Antique Gallery, 5501 S. Broadway, Littleton. Call 303-794-8100.
BOARDS OF Directors of the Southgate Water District and the Southgate Sanitation District, Arapahoe and Douglas counties, meet at 4 p.m. the second Tuesday each month at office of the districts, 3722 E. Orchard Road, Littleton. Agenda information for each meeting is posted at Southgate office not less than 24 hours before meetings.
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rado Columbine Chapter, meets third Mondays each month, except August and December. Call Doris at 303-403-8703.
ARAPAHOE COUNTY Young Democrats meetings are the third Thursday each month. Call Benjamin Godfrey at 303-745-3418 or e-mail bhgodfrey@qwest.net. AMAZING TITAN Toastmasters meets from
6-8 p.m. Mondays at Marie Callender’s, Dry Creek Court and Broadway. Call Art Gomen at 303-762-9726.
BEMIS EVENING Book Group meets at the
library, 6014 S. Datura St., in Littleton, the third Monday each month at 7 p.m. Call 303-795-3961.
BEMIS KNITTING Group invites knitters to the library’s knitting group, which meets Fridays at 2 p.m. in Sophie’s Place. Just bring a pair of needles and a skein of yarn. Beginners learn skills such as casting on, knitting, pearling, and casting off, while experienced knitters get project ideas and provide hints and tips. The group is creating mittens, scarves and hats for elderly library users at Bemis’ sister libraries in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria. BEMIS NONFICTION Writers’ Group. Unpublished nonfiction writers of personal essays and/or articles meet the second Monday each month at 6:30 p.m. in the café area of Sophie’s Place at the library. Take a pencil and five copies of a recent essay, no longer than 650 words, to share and read aloud. Elaine Kallos, a language arts instructor, facilitates the group.
BOY SCOUTS of America Pack 633 welcomes all first- through fifth-graders to join any time during the year. Call Nick Erlenburg at 303-471-4172. THE BREAKFAST Club Singles 50 Plus meets on the second Saturday of each month at Maggiano’s at 7401 S. Clinton Street, Englewood at 9 a.m. Arrival is 8:30 a.m. and buffet starts at 9 a.m. Must RSVP the Hotline at 303-794-3332 for reservation. CENTER FOR Inner Initiative presents Open Talks on the Initiatic Way and how the key principles from Eastern, Western and 4h Way Traditions can enlighten the search for Essence within. Meetings are the last Tuesday of each month at 5594 S. Prince St., Littleton. Call or email for time: 303-7981800 or mail@innerinitiative.org. Go to www.innerinitiative. org CHATFIELD SERTOMA Club meets the first and third Mondays at Bistro Aspen Grove, 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Contact Linda Holloway at 303-423-4197 or linda@ bessieshope.org.
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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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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.
Celebrity in Aurora
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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Eavesdropping on Facebook: “So, I’m 6-foot-2. My daughter just came to me in the kitchen wearing her three-inch pumps, and was pretty darn close to being eye to eye with her old man. She said, ‘Dad, I like the weather up here.’ BTW, she’s 14.” Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, businesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for Blacktie-Colorado.com. You can subscribe and read her columns (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) at www.blacktie-colorado.com/ pennyparker. She can be reached at parkerp1953@gmail.com or at 303-619-5209.
CURTAIN TIME Gangsters and gamblers “Guys and Dolls,” based on “The Idyll of Sarah Brown” by Damon Runyon, with book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows and music by Frank Loesser, will
be produced June 12 to 28 by Highlands Ranch-based Performance Now Theatre Company at Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood. Kelly Van Oosbree is director.
Play by Ephron
Performances: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets: $18 to $35, performancenow.org or 303-987-7845.
“Lucky Guy” by Nora Ephron plays in a regional premiere June 12 to July 5 at The Edge Theater, 1560 Teller St., Lakewood. John Ashton directs.
It’s the story of journalist Mike McAlary in New York. Performances: Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 6 p.m. Tickets: $26, theedgetheater.com, 303-232-0363.
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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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Water-garden group holding annual sale
Sonya Ellingboe
SONYA’S SAMPLER
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 knowledgeable 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, 303-423-9216 or colowatergardensociety.org.
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, 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.)
The Colorado Water Garden Society will hold its annual plant sale at Hudson Gardens from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 7. Water lilies, marginals, bog plants and more. Photo by Jim Arneill.
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 inhouse photography contest is held following each monthly presentation.
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.
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 processing 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.
Summer concert time 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.
Bemis Library events Littleton’s Bemis Library has a couple special events on
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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 exhibit 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: 303-7301022. 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.
MILESTONES Education
Martha Fagan, of Englewood, was named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at Rockhurst University. Rebekah Docter, of Englewood, presented during an undergraduate research symposium in May at Central College. Docter presented “Oldest Child, Best Child? How Stereotypes of Sibling Status Affect Person Perception” as part of a series discussing psychology research. Katherine Bauman, of Englewood, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in theology from Benedictine College. Anna C. Kelly, of Englewood, graduated with a master’s degree in public policy from Oregon State University. John Wattles, of Englewood, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in business administration in accounting and financial management from Bucknell University. Wattles is the son of Thomas and Joan Wattles and a graduate of Kent Denver School. Adam Carroll, of Littleton, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience from Bucknell University. Carroll is the son of John Carroll and the late Eugenia Carroll and a graduate of Cherry Creek High School. Cameron Anton, of Littleton, was named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at Fort Lewis College. Anton’s major is environmental studies. Melanie White, of Littleton, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences from Marist College. Estee Dilli, of Littleton, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience from the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Vermont. Margaret MacHendrie Meisinger, of Littleton, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in advertising/public relations from Hastings College. Lauren Michelle Shomaker, of Littleton, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Hastings College. Paige Ellyn Weinard, of Littleton, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in psychology/D-sociology from Hastings College. Brennan Lanphear, of Littleton, was
recently initiated into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Lanphear was initiated at Westmont College. Devan Berg, of Littleton, was named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at Graceland University. Alison Uralli, of Littleton, was named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at Fort Lewis College. Uralli’s major is English, communication option. Clay Adams-Berger, of Littleton, was named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at Fort Lewis College. Adams-Berger’s major is environmental studies. Emily Bjorge, of Littleton, was named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at Fort Lewis College. Bjorge’s major is public health, allied health option. Alexis Cox, of Littleton, was named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at Fort Lewis College. Cox’s major is anthropology and chemistry, biochemistry option. Emily Childress, of Littleton, was named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at Fort Lewis College. Childress’s major is elementary education. Kelsi Lawrence, of Littleton, was named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at Fort Lewis College. Lawrence’s major is exercise science, physiology option. Trevor Ogborn, of Littleton, was named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at Fort Lewis College. Ogborn’s major is English, communication option. Elizabeth E. Baker, of Littleton, graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Oregon State University. Jane L. Lien, of Littleton, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in fisheries and wildlife sciences from Oregon State University. Samuel Swartz, of Littleton, was named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at Fort Lewis College. Swartz’s major is psychology. Cierra Taylor, of Littleton, was named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at Fort Lewis College. Taylor’s major is biology. Kara Logan, of Littleton, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in theology from Benedictine College.
CLARIFICATION In a recent article about Highlands Ranch author/quilter Lanie Tiffenbach, the title of her book was omitted. The book “Threads of the Past: Stories of Pioneer
Women and Their Quilts” is based on her Minnesota ancestors’ stories. It is available from Tiffenbach, tiffenbach@gmail.com or at the Aspen Grove Tattered Cover.
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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 of subdued col-
“Storm Castle”2012, Deborah Butterfield, bronze. The original wood came from a pond near Butterfield’s Montana home. ors. 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 be in the woods with them,” she said. She spoke with special affection about “Lucky,” which is loaned from the Denver Art Museum collection and was modeled on her own deeply loved horse, which just died. It is a relaxed, relining form. “He liked to cuddle up like this and have someone sit and pet him,” she recalled, citing Wallace Stegner’s novel, “Angle of Repose”, as a way of describing reclining horses. He is set in a gravel area, raked in circular pattern like a Kyoto, Japan, garden that Butterfield remembers. When talking about the large “Silver Bow” and the reclining “Cascade,” near the orangery, she veered into a short lecture about how everyone used to depend on horses. And about the personalities of horses: “Like cats, they’ve decided to hang out with us …” According to the gardens’ CEO Brian Vogt, “this is a year when we are celebrating the Great Plains and similar steppe ecosystems around the world. There is no more iconic animal of the steppe than the horse.”
• On Aug. 5, Butterfield will speak from 6 to 8 p.m. ($15, $10 member.)
Each year, RidgeGate teams up with the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District to provide free, guided nature hikes on a variety of topics. Hikes are free to the public – registration is required at ridgegate.com/events.
Littleton will see artists around city on June 5
It’s time again for sunset salutations. Join RidgeGate, South Suburban Parks and Recreation and the Lone Tree Recreation Center for free Yoga in the Park classes in Belvedere Park, at the corner of RidgeGate Circle and Belvedere Lane. In case of storms, class will be cancelled. Tuesday, June 30, 6:30-7:30pm Tuesday, July 28, 6:30-7:30pm
Saturday, July 18, 8:30-10am — Morning Birdwatching Hike
Tunes on the Terrace at the Lone Tree Arts Center RidgeGate sponsors Lone Tree Art Center’s Tunes on the Terrace – an outdoor evening concert series that will bring your summer nights to life. Check out the full schedule and buy tickets at lonetreeartscenter.org. Saturday, June 20, 8-10pm — Dan Treanor’s Afrosippi Band featuring Erica Brown Saturday, June 27, 8-10pm — Jazz Vocalist Kathy Kosins Friday, July 10, 8-10pm — American Roots and Celtic Soul band Switchback Saturday, July 25, 8-10pm — Comedian Sam Adams, opening band Rachel and the Ruckus
Walk Concerts Enjoy this series of concerts with free live music, food trucks and activities. It’s all happening in Prairie Sky Park, courtesy of South Suburban Parks and Recreation. Enjoy vendors, entertainers and art activities from 5- 6pm, with live music starting at 6 and continuing until 8pm. Thursday, June 18, 5-8pm — The Parlor Pickers - Old Americana Folk Thursday, July 16, 5-8pm — Jeff Scroggins & Colorado - Bluegrass
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• On June 11, July 9, Aug. 13 and Sept. 10, explore the sculptures with a curator from 9 to 10 a.m. ($15/ $10 member.)
Guided Nature Hikes
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Thursday, June 4, 6:30-8pm — Botany Hike Saturday, June 13, 9:30 -11am — Happy Kids, Happy Hikes Sunday, June 21, 7- 8:30pm — Celebrating the Solstice
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• “The Nature of Horses” is at the Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St., Denver, through Oct. 18. Sculptures are loaned by Butterfield (“Hawai’i”) and museums, galleries and private collection. One can self-tour by paying the general admission or one can arrange for a special, docent-led exhibition tour on Saturdays and Sundays for $14, non-member (includes admission), or $7, member — or a family, child-oriented tour on June 27, 28; July 11, 19, 25, 26; Aug. 16, 29, 30; Sept. 19, 20 at $26 adult/child combo ($14 member/child combo and $7-$13 additional person.) Information: botanicgardens.org.
Painters go where there are no walls
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Among RidgeGate’s cultural facilities is the 38- acre historic Schweiger Ranch, which hosts a variety of events throughout the year in partnership with The Liniger Building at CU South Denver (formerly The Wildlife Experience.) Learn more at ridgegate.com. Saturday, June 6 — Geocaching & Navigation Workshop with CU South Denver Saturday, June 15 — Archery Workshop with CU South Denver Saturday, July 18 — Archery Workshop with CU South Denver
By Sonya Ellingboe
sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com The Depot Art Gallery will host Littleton’s first Plein Air (outdoor) Paintout on June 5, when 31 regional painters will spread out across town to paint what they see on that day. When they finish for the day, Littleton Art District’s First Friday Art Walk will be at hand. The painters will hang their work in a “Wet Wall Show” at the 1883, bright red Depot Art Gallery, 2069 W. Powers Ave., just north of the old Courthouse and Buck Recreation Center. The gallery will open at 6 p.m. for the First Friday event, then will be open weekend hours from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. the next two days. Plein Air events have become increasingly popular across Colorado, including an annual one late in the summer in Denver, followed by a large show at Denver’s Central Library. Last year, there was one in open space south of Castle Rock and there were several multi-day paintouts on the West Slope that drew south metro area painters. It’s not new, of course — the Impressionists were catching “moments in time” at various times of day in the 1800s, because once paint became available in tubes, artists could be more mobile. And one has certainly seen local painters at work at Hudson Gardens, in the parks and on Littleton’s Main Street — but this is a first organized event in Littleton, with an immediate exhibit following. We hope area art lovers will notice painters at work during the day on June 5 and will stop by the Depot to see results that evening, when other area galleries will also be open — or on the following two days. 303-795-0781.
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June 4, 2015
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 Amphitheater 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 habi-
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COFFEE AND Conversation Group connects people in the community who like to discuss books, current events and any topic of interest. The group meets from 10-11 a.m. the second Monday of each month in Sophie’s Place at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Free snacks and beverages are provided. Call 303-795-3961. THE COLUMBINE Genealogical and His-
torical Society meets at Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Program meetings are the second Tuesday of each month, except in June, July, August and December. Genealogy workshop programs and early-bird meetings are the third Tuesday of each month, except in June, July, August and December. Visit www.ColumbineGenealogy.com or contact Joyce B. Lohse, CGHS president, at Joyce4Books@gmail.com.
COLUMBINE LADIES We welcome new members to our fun loving group. Join us for games (bridge, canasta, MahJongg and pinochle). Enjoy monthly luncheons at great restaurants and quarterly social events. Dues are $24 annually. Visitors are welcome. For more information or to make a reservation to attend our next luncheon, call Jackie Hirt at 303-972-3384. COLUMBINE COMMUNICATORS Toast-
masters can help if speaking in public makes you anxious. We improve your communications and leadership skills in a thoughtful, supportive environment. Our club meets from 7-8:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of the month at the Jefferson County Sheriff ’s Station, 11139 Bradford St., Littleton. Visitors are welcome. Contact Herb Dreo at herb@dreomc.com (303-763-7334) or Pam Toyen at ptoyen7@hotmail.com (303570-8606). Visit http://columbine.toastmastersclubs.org/
CURRENT EVENTS Group meets the first Wednes-
days of the month from 1-3 p.m. at the Buck Recreation Center, 2004 Powers Ave. in Littleton. Call 303-730-4609.
DAUGHTERS OF the American Revolution,
Mount Rosa Chapter meets at 1 p.m. every first Monday of the month at locations in the Littleton, Centennial and Highlands Ranch area with a social hour following the meeting unless otherwise noted. Contact Linda at lindarg@ aol.com for information about membership in the DAR. Go to http://mountrosa.coloradodar.org/.
DAUGHTERS OF the British Empire is a national organization with a philanthropic purpose. For almost a century, DBE has been a common bond for women of British heritage living in the United States. DBE is open to women who are citizens or residents of the United States who are of British Commonwealth birth or ancestry or who are married to men of
The rear gallery at Museum Outdoor Arts includes several “Selections from the Collection.” Included: front, “House of Fire, “ a paper sculpture by Judy Anderson and Ginny Hayle from “Reinventing the Book.” Rear: large canvas by Joseph Raffael. Courtesy photo
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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.
In 1981, John W. Madden Jr. and his daughter, Cynthia Madden Leitner, founded the Museum of Outdoor Arts, described as “a synthesis of fine art, architecture and landscape design integrated into the community and business environment.” It is fully accessible to the public and exemplifies the belief that “art is a part of everyday life.”
tat 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
In 2000, the MOA opened its indoor galleries, studios and offices in the Englewood Civic Center — with outdoor works on
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
DRY CREEK Sertoma Club. The only all Women’s Sertoma club in the metro area meets for breakfast at 7 a.m. the first and third Wednesday of the month at Toast Restaurant, 2700 W. Bowles Ave., Littleton, or for lunch on the second Friday of the month at interesting restaurants. The club comprises women dedicated to the common goal of helping people in the community with funds and volunteer time, especially in the area of hearing health. Help make a difference through SERvice TO MAnkind and make new friends while you are at it. For more information contact Carol at 303-798-3912 or bcworth@aol. com. THE HIGHLANDS Ranch/Littleton Chapter
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JOB’S DAUGHTERS International, Bethel No. 33, of Littleton, is a youth organization for girls ages 11-20 who have a Masonic relationship with either Master Masons, Job’s Daughters, Eastern Star or other Masonic organizations. The girls meet first and third Mondays at 7:15 p.m. at the Masonic Hall across from the Melting Pot restaurant.
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When MOA opened, there were 19 pieces on display; now there are more than 200. Tours (monthly) are available to The Lions Den, Marjorie Park, Sculpture Alley, Palazzo Verde, Greenwood Plaza, Englewood Civic Center. See moaonline.org/ tours or call 303-806-0444. There is a $5 charge for outdoor tours.
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`Showing Off’ is at museum’s leading edge Modern, contemporary works go on exhibit in Denver By Sonya Ellingboe
sellingboe@colorado communitymedia.com The Denver Art Museum’s modern and contemporary collection is featured in a new installation of 53 recently acquired, or promised, works added over the past seven years. The exhibit, “Showing Off,” fills the fourth floor at the Hamilton Building, illustrating a broad variety of style and technique. Artists included include Nick Cave, Leonardo Drew, Eric Fischl, Ben Jackel, Sol LeWitt, Agnes Martin, John McEnroe, Julian Opie, Nam Jun Paik, Shinique Martin, Stacey Steers and Mark Wallinger and more. About 25 works have not been displayed previously. Of interest: Joseph Staskevetch’s “A Beautiful Fall,” a 12-foot-square 2013 conte crayon drawing on watercolor paper — a traditional technique and materials, blown up to fill a wall. It tells the story of a king who committed suicide rather than be captured by the enemy. The craftsmanship is exquisite. One can’t miss “Pay Attention” by Colorado artist Ben Jackel. Suspended from the ceiling, it’s a huge halberd, crafted from wood-waiting for a mythical giant to wander by and grab it for battle. On a side wall, one finds a small, blinking, colorful construction built around an antique pay phone. The title grabs the visitor: “Lady Secretary, Bilingual, Will Travel.” The artist is the famous Nam Jun Paik. American artist Leonard Drew, born 1961, lives in San Antonio and created a piece that is difficult to classify. “Number 162” is on the wall, but would probably classify as a relief sculpture, with tree roots bristling from the bottom and a composition of metal, wood, paint, gouache, thumbtacks, ink, graphite and paper. Earthy and intriguing. “Untitled,” a delightful work by Nick Cave, came into the collection after the successful 2013 exhibition of his work and was created for that exhibit. One can’t help but smile at it.
IF YOU GO “Showing Off” is exhibited on the fourth floor of the Hamilton Building, Denver Art Museum, on 13th Avenue between Broadway and Acoma Street. The Cultural parking garage is on 12th Avenue, just west of Broadway. For information on admission, hours, programs: denverartmuseum.org, 720-865-5000.
Ortiz sculptures Also included in “Showing Off” is “Revolt 1680/2180: Virgil Ortiz,” a collection of 31 ceramic sculptures by Cochiti artist Ortiz, who is the next featured artist in the museum’s ongoing plan to present new work by contemporary American Indian artists. He designed a striking installation for this series that blends history with today’s world. His figures bring traditional Cochiti art into the 21st century. Consider the Blind Archer Series, focusing on Tahu, a legendary woman blinded by invaders, who honed her skill with bow and arrow and developed a band of blind archers — a long-ago super heroine. Ortiz, born in 1969, grew up in a creative environment at Cochiti Pueblo, according to his website. With a grandmother, Laurencita Hererra, and a mother, Seferina Ortiz, who were both well-known pueblo potters, he was raised among storytellers and artists. He learned to collect and process clay, gather plants for paint and produce clay figures, which have carried on into his revolt series. They commemorate the 1680 Pueblo Revolt against the Spanish, which drove out 400 Spanish and about 2,000 settlers from New Mexico. And they make a statement. Ortiz is also a fashion designer and carries pueblo design into the non-native art and interior design world with a line of carpets. He hopes to create a studio to teach pueblo children traditional Cochiti culture — and how to build a bridge into the other, non-native world.
“Revolt 1680/2180: Virgil Ortiz”-an installation by internationally known ceramic, fashion designer and graphic artist from Cochiti Pueblo. The Denver Art Museum as purchased 31 clay figures and related graphics. Photo by Jeff Wells
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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.
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
Kick-start 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 fourperson minimum is needed for class to be offered. For information or to register, call 303-7441065 or go to www.southdenver.com. Calendar continues on Page 24
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Colorado nonprofits receive NEA funding By Sonya Ellingboe
sellingboe@colorado communitymedia.com The National Endowment for the Arts, in the present round of funding to art nonprofits, will make 1,023 awards totaling $74.3 million nationwide. NEA Chairman Jane Chu said “the NEA is committed to advancing learning, fueling creativity and celebrating the arts in cities and towns across the United States, including Colorado …” Included in that amount is over $2.5 million to Colorado art projects, according to a recent release from Colorado Creative Industries, which will distribute $693,700 to state programs. Grants include: Colorado Creative In-
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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 303-7975621, 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.
dustries, $693,700; Western States Arts Foundation, with its office in Colorado, $1.65 million; Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art, $25,000; Crested Butte Music Festival, $10,000; Central City Opera House Association, $15,000; Clyfford Still Museum, $25,000; Lighthouse Writers Workshop Inc., $20,000; Metropolitan State University of Denver, (arts education), $10,000; New Dance Theatre Company, $20,000; National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts, $20,000; University of Northern Colorado (arts education), $35,000; and Vail Valley Foundation (Vail International Dance Festival), $30,000. The NEA promotes opportunities for people across the nation to experience arts and exercise their creativity in partnerships with each state.
the chemicals used in fracking represent a significant environmental risk to ground water and other elements of the environment. Join Active Minds from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, as we explore the risks and benefits of fracking and put it into the broader context of U.S. Energy Policy. Program location is Tattered Cover, Aspen Grove Shopping Center, 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. RSVP at 303-470-7050
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/.
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 within the U.S. and could play a key role in the United States gaining energy independence within the not too distant future. Opponents claim that
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SPORTS Tourney tests gridiron skills LOCAL
Englewood hosts 7-on-7 tourney and hog relays By Tom Munds
tmunds@colorado communitymedia.com The calendar may say it is baseball season but it was all about football skills on May 30 as 15 teams took part in the Englewood Invitational 7-on-7 tournament and Hog Relays. Andy Cornell, Englewood High offensive coordinator, said Englewood played well but only won one of the four games in the 7-on7 tournament, while the team’s linemen took second in the relays. The Englewood Invitational involved two very different competitions. The focus was moving the football in the 7-on-7 competitions, which are all-passing, touch football tournaments involving backs, receivers and linebackers and defensive backs. The 15 teams were divided into three pools of five teams each for round-robin competition. Based on pool-play record, the top teams advanced to a tournament to determine the event champion. Fairview was the tournament champion and Kennedy took runner-up honors. “We are a small team again this season,” Pirates Coach Jay Graves said during the tournament. “We do have some veteran’s back to help anchor our team. We also have new players in some key roles. For example, Cecil Ondeck will be our quarterback this season.” Ondeck, a standout on Englewood’s basketball team, is playing quarterback for the first time. “This is a whole different focus,” the senior said. “In basketball you attack the basket. In football, you focus on people and finding the open receiver.” He said he feels the biggest asset he brings to the team is his senior leadership. He also said he is learning to throw the ball accurately. “I can get the ball there but I am working on making the spiral throw consistently,” Ondeck said. “I think we can surprise some people this season.” The Pirates went 1-3 in pool play. They beat Front Range Christian but lost to Golden, D’Evelyn and lost by one point to Columbine. In tournament play, they again faced Golden and lost 10-7 on a controversial call on the final play of the game where the Pirates claimed Sam Westra scored a touchdown but it was rules he was down on the 1-yard line. At the same time, the field house weight room and a grassy area near the baseball diamond were the locations for tests of strength and endurance for offensive and defensive linemen. The weight-lifting challenge was to do as many bench press repetitions with 185 pounds. The action them moved outside where the each member of the relay teams of
Pirate lineman Kevin Mahler grimaces as he lifts a 300-pound tractor tire during the May 30 Hog Relays that were part of the Englewood Invitational 7-on-7 tournament. The relays were events testing the strength and endurance of linemen. Englewood’s linemen took second place. Photos by Tom Munds
Andy Cornell, Pirates offensive coordinator, discusses strategy with the players during the Englewood Invitational 7-on-7 tournament and hog relays. The young Pirates went 1-3 in pool play and lost 10-7 to Golden in the first round of the tournament. linemen flipped a 300-pound tractor tire end over end for 20 yards and tossed a car tire over their heads. The final event was a tug-of-war. Columbine won the relays but the Engle-
wood team of Kyle Robedeau, Iziah Kovach, Kevin Mahler, Benn McFarland, Pat Buttacable amd Derek Demitt piled up the points to finish second.
Quarterback Trent Morris prepares to throw a pass to a Golden teammate on May 30 during the Englewood 7-on-7 tournament. Golden beat host Englewood and Front Range Christian to go 2-2 in pool play, beat Englewood 10-7 in the tournament bracket, before losing to Columbine in the quarterfinals.
Swimmer comes back in amazing style Creek senior shines at state after recovering from surgery By Jim Benton
jbenton@colorado communitymedia.com 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 100yard 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 SOUTH METRO Fuqua. They were ATHLETES state champs with a OF THE YEAR 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.” Coffman’s grit helped him get ready for this season. 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 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 was defiCoffman nitely 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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Mountain Vista’s Casey Zhong was named the Colorado Community Media South Metro Girls Tennis Player of the Year. File photo
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.”
Continental League names first-team, all-league 5 Chaparral players selected for honor Staff report Valor Christian’s Marye Kellerman was named the 2015 Continental League Girls Lacrosse Coach of the Year for helping the Eagles compile a 10-6 record. League champion Chaparral placed five players on the first-team, all-league, and ThunderRidge had four selections. The following are the first-team selections from south metro schools:
Chaparral - Jesse Clark, senior, goalie; Lexi Davis, sophomore, attack; Molly Cadman, freshman, midfield; Amanda Benglen, senior, midfield; Courtney Courkamp, senior, defense. ThunderRidge - Kirstin Greenlaw, senior, attack; Millie Micho, senior, midfield; Sara Stewart, sophomore, midfield; Sara Artzer, junior, defense. Heritage/Littleton - Kellen Toomey, senior, goalie; Allie Coy, senior, attack. Valor Christian - Sophie Niemi, sophomore, attack; Halee Thibeault, senior, defense. Douglas County/Castle View - Kayleigh Peoples, sophomore, midfield.
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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Class 5A All-State – Kalyssa Hall, Mariela Hollines, Allison Murphy, Jessie Murphy, Hannah Peterson, Gloria Son, Anshika Singh – Cherry Creek Class 5A Coach of the Year – Chris Jacob – Cherry Creek
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after an 8-over round of 80 and Kempton tied for 16th with a round of 81. Cherry Creek finished just off the Heritage pace as Molly Lucas came in a tie for 18th place after a 10over 82 and Gabby Esquibel carded an 11-over 83. Arapahoe finished in a distant tie for 14th place as a team as Piper Koy carded an 86 to finish tied for 36th and Nikki Backman tied for 47th after a round of 89. The State Championship welcomed 16 competing teams and 85 individual golfers this season.
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SECOND FILING, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 5713 S Elati Way, Littleton, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
Public Notices Public Trustees Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0152-2015 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 13, 2015, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Jeremy Urroz and Kimberlee Payne Urroz Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. As Nominee For Nova Financial & Investment Corporation, an Arizona Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank NA Date of Deed of Trust September 17, 2012 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 24, 2012 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D2108081 Original Principal Amount $206,196.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $145,642.30 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 7, BLOCK 4, KASSLER ADDITION SECOND FILING, A RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 1 TO 4, AND 10-13, KASSLER ADDITION, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 3504 W Powers Ave, Littleton, CO 80123. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/01/2015, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/7/2015 Last Publication: 6/4/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 DATE: 03/13/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Holly Shilliday #24423 Jennifer Cruseturner #44452 Iman Tehrani #44076 Joan Olson #28078 Erin Robson #46557 McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 150, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-15-658332-JS The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0152-2015 First Publication: 5/7/2015 Last Publication: 6/4/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0158-2015 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 17, 2015, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Nicholas L. Carlton and Diana Carlton Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems as Nominee for First Magnus Financial Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. Bank National Association Date of Deed of Trust February 14, 2007 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust February 16, 2007 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B7020639
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THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 3, BLOCK 10, KASSLER ADDITION SECOND FILING, A RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 1 TO 4 AND 10 TO 13, KASSLER ADDITION, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 3548 West Alamo Avenue, Littleton, CO 80123. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/08/2015, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/14/2015 Last Publication: 6/11/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 DATE: 03/17/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Torben M. Welch #34282 Messner & Reeves LLC 1430 Wynkoop Street, Suite 300, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 623-1800 Attorney File # 7239.0045 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0158-2015 First Publication: 5/14/2015 Last Publication: 6/11/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0176-2015 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 20, 2015, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Linda D Cox and Daniel E Cox Original Beneficiary(ies) National City Mortgage Co dba Commonwealth United Mortgage Company Current Holder of Evidence of Debt PNC Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust December 18, 2001 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 27, 2001 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B1224841 Original Principal Amount $180,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $140,605.22 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 7, BLOCK 10, BROADMOOR, SECOND FILING, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 5713 S Elati Way, Littleton, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/08/2015, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real prop-
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The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/08/2015, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/14/2015 Last Publication: 6/11/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
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IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 DATE: 03/20/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Holly Shilliday #24423 Jennifer Cruseturner #44452 Iman Tehrani #44076 Joan Olson #28078 Erin Robson #46557 McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 150, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-15-660126-JS The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0176-2015 First Publication: 5/14/2015 Last Publication: 6/11/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0178-2015 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 20, 2015, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Jeanne A. Ellison Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Financial Colorado, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Financial Colorado, Inc. Date of Deed of Trust February 15, 2005 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 11, 2005 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B5035438 Original Principal Amount $146,639.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $126,638.41 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 176, HIGHLAND VIEW SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 2789 East Nichols Circle, Centennial, CO 80122. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/08/2015, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/14/2015 Last Publication: 6/11/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203
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IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS.
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Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 DATE: 03/20/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Holly Shilliday #24423 Jennifer Cruseturner #44452 Iman Tehrani #44076 Joan Olson #28078 Erin Robson #46557 McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 150, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-14-633807-JS The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0178-2015 First Publication: 5/14/2015 Last Publication: 6/11/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0183-2015 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 24, 2015, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Gerald B. Ryan and Stephanie A. Ryan Original Beneficiary(ies) Ameriquest Mortgage Company Current Holder of Evidence of Debt JPMC Specialty Mortgage LLC Date of Deed of Trust January 05, 2001 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust January 16, 2001 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B1006272 Original Principal Amount $151,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $151,096.68 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 38, FOUR LAKES SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 4B, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 2059 E PHILLIPS LANE, LITTLETON, CO 80122. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/15/2015, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/21/2015 Last Publication: 6/18/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 DATE: 03/24/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Susan Hendrick #33196 Marcello G. Rojas #46396 Klatt, Augustine, Sayer, Treinen & Rastede, P.C. 9745 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 400, Denver, CO 80231 (303) 353-2965 Attorney File # CO150038 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0183-2015
DATE: 03/24/2015 COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for CRS §38-38-103 the County of Arapahoe, State of ColorFORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0184-2015 ado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is The name, address, business telephone given with regard to the following number and bar registration number of the described Deed of Trust: attorney(s) representing the legal holder of On March 24, 2015, the undersigned Pubthe indebtedness is: lic Trustee caused the Notice of Election Susan Hendrick #33196 and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the Marcello G. Rojas #46396 County of Arapahoe records. Klatt, Augustine, Sayer, Treinen & Rastede, P.C. 9745 E. Hampden Ave., Suite Original Grantor(s) 400, Denver, CO 80231 (303) 353-2965 M. Harmon Attorney File # CO150038 advertise publicChristina notices call 303-566-4100 Original Beneficiary(ies) The AttorneyTo above is acting your as a debt Mortgage Electronic Registration Syscollector and is attempting to collect a tems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for debt. Any information provided may be Decision One Mortgage Company, LLC used for that purpose. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt ©Public Trustees' Association The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Bank of New York, as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWALT, Inc., Alternative Legal Notice NO.: 0183-2015 First Publication: 5/21/2015 Loan Trust 2006-OC8, Mortgage PassLast Publication: 6/18/2015 Through Certificates, Series 2006-OC8 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Date of Deed of Trust May 25, 2006 County of Recording Public Notice Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION May 31, 2006 CRS §38-38-103 Recording Information (Reception No. FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0186-2015 and/or Book/Page No.) B6080616 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is Original Principal Amount given with regard to the following de$136,320.00 scribed Deed of Trust: Outstanding Principal Balance On March 25, 2015, the undersigned Pub$108,045.89 lic Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you described below to be recorded in the are hereby notified that the covenants of County of Arapahoe records. the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and inOriginal Grantor(s) terest when due together with all other Clayton W. Culton payments provided for in the evidence of Original Beneficiary(ies) debt secured by the deed of trust and othMortgage Electronic Registration Syser violations thereof. tems, Inc. As Nominee For Guild Mortgage Company, A California Corporation THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE Current Holder of Evidence of Debt A FIRST LIEN. Guild Mortgage Company, A California See attached Exhibit A Corporation Also known by street and number as: Date of Deed of Trust 7440 SOUTH BLACKHAWK ST 13-202, May 29, 2009 ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112. County of Recording THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN Arapahoe IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRecording Date of Deed of Trust RENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN June 04, 2009 OF THE DEED OF TRUST. Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) NOTICE OF SALE B9058840 Original Principal Amount The current holder of the Evidence of Debt $143,355.00 secured by the Deed of Trust, described Outstanding Principal Balance herein, has filed Notice of Election and $130,751.39 Demand for sale as provided by law and Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you in said Deed of Trust. are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given follows: failure to pay principal and inthat I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. terest when due together with all other on Wednesday, 07/15/2015, at the East payments provided for in the evidence of Hearing Room, County Administration debt secured by the deed of trust and othBuilding, 5334 South Prince Street, er violations thereof. Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real propTHE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE erty and all interest of the said Grantor(s), A FIRST LIEN. Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for LOT 51, HIGHLAND VIEW, AS the purpose of paying the indebtedness AMENDED BY CERTIFICATE OF CORprovided in said Evidence of Debt seRECTION RECORDED OCTOBER cured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' 13,1983, IN BOOK 3992 AT PAGE 516, fees, the expenses of sale and other items COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF allowed by law, and will issue to the purCOLORADO chaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as Also known by street and number as: provided by law. 2496 E Nichols Circle, Centennial, CO 80122. First Publication: 5/21/2015 THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN Last Publication: 6/18/2015 IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURName of Publication: Littleton Independent RENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO NOTICE OF SALE FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO The current holder of the Evidence of Debt CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A Demand for sale as provided by law and LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLin said Deed of Trust. ATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTHEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given TION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBIthat I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. TION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECon Wednesday, 07/15/2015, at the East TION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER Hearing Room, County Administration MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE Building, 5334 South Prince Street, COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANbest bidder for cash, the said real propCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), erty and all interest of the said Grantor(s), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMGrantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for PLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FOREthe purpose of paying the indebtedness CLOSURE PROCESS. provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' Colorado Attorney General fees, the expenses of sale and other items 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor allowed by law, and will issue to the purDenver, Colorado 80203 chaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as (800) 222-4444 provided by law.
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First Publication: 5/21/2015 Last Publication: 6/18/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 DATE: 03/25/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Holly Shilliday #24423 Jennifer Cruseturner #44452 Iman Tehrani #44076 Joan Olson #28078 Erin Robson #46557 McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 150, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-15-662599-JS The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0186-2015 First Publication: 5/21/2015 Last Publication: 6/18/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0184-2015 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 24, 2015, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Christina M. Harmon Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for Decision One Mortgage Company, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York, as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWALT, Inc., Alternative
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Federal Consumer Financia Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372
DATE: 03/24/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Susan Hendrick #33196 Marcello G. Rojas #46396 Klatt, Augustine, Sayer, Treinen & Rastede, P.C. 9745 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 400, Denver, CO 80231 (303) 353-2965 Attorney File # CO150030 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
0184-2015 Exhibit A PARCEL I: CONDIMINIUM UNIT R-13202, WINDMILL CREEK AMENDMENT NO. 3, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED ON SEPTEMBER 23, 2002, AT RECEPTION NO. B2177288, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR WINDMILL CREEK RECORDED JANUARY 3, 2002 AT RECEPTION NUMBER B2001524, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO, AND ANY AND ALL AMENDMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTS THERETO, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.
PARCEL II: CONDOMINIUM UNIT G-10F, WINDMILL CREEK AMENDMENT NO. 3, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED ON SEPTEMBER 23, 2002, AT RECEPTION NO. B2177288, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLERATION FOR WINDMILL CREEK RECORDED JANUARY 3, 2002 AT RECEPTION NUMBER B2001524, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO, AND ANY AND ALL AMENDMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTS THERETO, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Legal Notice NO.: 0184-2015 First Publication: 5/21/2015 Last Publication: 6/18/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0218-2015 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 7, 2015, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) GRACE GODSEY Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR PRISM MORTGAGE COMPANY Current Holder of Evidence of Debt GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC
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Case Number: 15 C 300188
Original Grantor(s) GRACE GODSEY Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR PRISM MORTGAGE COMPANY Current Holder of Evidence of Debt GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC Date of Deed of Trust March 05, 2002 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 13, 2002 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B2047794 Original Principal Amount $95,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $76,418.98
Notice to: Peter Steven Delcid, non custodial parent.
Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.
Public Trustees
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 51, BLOCK 14, SPRING CREEK AT FOXRIDGE - AMENDED, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7587 SOUTH MONACO WAY, CENTENNIAL, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/29/2015, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 6/4/2015 Last Publication: 7/2/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 DATE: 04/07/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 David R. Doughty #40042 Alison L Berry #34531 Kelly Murdock #46915 Eve M. Grina #43658 Courtney E Wright #45482 Sheila J Finn #36637 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 15-006716 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
LOT 16, BLOCK 2, HALLCRAFTS WALNUT HILLS, FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7250 South Quince Street, Centennial, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
Public Trustees
NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/22/2015, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/28/2015 Last Publication: 6/25/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 04/03/2015 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 David R. Doughty #40042 Alison L Berry #34531 Kelly Murdock #46915 Eve M. Grina #43658 Courtney E Wright #45482 Sheila J Finn #36637 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 15-006574 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0260-2013 First Publication: 5/28/2015 Last Publication: 6/25/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent
Name Changes PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on May 18, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Maricruz Cabral Ruiz be changed to Maricruz Sanchez Cabral. Case No.: 2015 C 300520 Tammera Herivel Clerk of the Court By: J. Patterson, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 56310 First Publication: May 28, 2015 Last Publication: June 11, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice
In the Matter of the Petition of: Parent/ Petitioner Ana De La Cruz Navas Portillo For Minor Child: Javier Zempoalteca To Change the Child’s Name to: Javier Zempoalteca - Portillo Case Number: 15 C 300435
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 16, BLOCK 2, HALLCRAFTS WALNUT HILLS, FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7250 South Quince Street, Centennial, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CUR-
At this hearing the Court may enter an order changing the name of the minor child. To support or voice objection to the proposed name change, you must appear at the hearing. Date: April 17, 2015 Legal Notice No.: 56254 First Publication: May 14, 2015 Last Publication: June 11, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice County Court Arapahoe County, Colorado 1790 W. Littleton Blvd. Littleton, Colorado 80120 In the Matter of the Petition of: Parent/ Petitioner: WamWisa Suphap For Minor Child: Racha Suphap To Change the Child’s Name to: Winston Racha Peacemaker Case Number: 2015 C 300442
For the purpose of requesting a change of name for Racha Suphap.
Public Notice
Original Grantor(s) Verna B Callahan Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. acting solely as nominee for Mortgage Lenders Network USA, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, for RASC 2006-EMX3 Date of Deed of Trust January 12, 2006 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust January 27, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B6011964 Original Principal Amount $250,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $263,589.15
For the purpose of requesting a change of name for Lilliana Delilah Delcid.
Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444
County Court Arapahoe County, Colorado 1790 W. Littleton Blvd. Littleton, Colorado 80120
Republished to restart foreclosure stayed by bankruptcy and reset sale date. To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 3, 2015, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.
Date: June 17, 2015 Time: 9 a.m. Location: 1790 W. Littleton Blvd. Littleton, Colorado 80120
NOTICE TO NON-CUSTODIAL PARENT BY PUBLICATION
Legal Notice NO.: 0218-2015 First Publication: 6/4/2015 Last Publication: 7/2/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent
COMBINED NOTICE - RESTART - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-109(2)(b)(II) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0260-2013
Name Changes
Notice is given that a hearing is scheduled as follows:
IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS.
Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372
NOTICE TO NON-CUSTODIAL PARENT Notice to: Javier Zempoalteca, non custodial parent. Notice is given that a hearing is scheduled as follows: Date: June 11, 2015 Time: 9 a.m. Location: 1790 W. Littleton Blvd. Division A Littleton, Colorado 80120 For the purpose of requesting a change of name for Javier Zempoalteco - Portillo. At this hearing the Court may enter an order changing the name of the minor child. To support or voice objection to the proposed name change, you must appear at the hearing. Date: April 27, 2015 Legal Notice No.: 56222 First Publication: May 7, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice County Court Arapahoe County, Colorado 1790 W. Littleton Blvd. Littleton, Colorado 80120 In the Matter of the Petition of: Parent/ Petitioner: Sara Wortham For Minor Child: Lilliana Delilah Delcid To Change the Child’s Name to: Lilliana Delilah Wortham Case Number: 15 C 300188 NOTICE TO NON-CUSTODIAL PARENT BY PUBLICATION Notice to: Peter Steven Delcid, non custodial parent. Notice is given that a hearing is scheduled as follows:
above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before October 1, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.
June 4, 2015
NOTICE TO NON-CUSTODIAL PARENT BY PUBLICATION
Notice to: Mr. Khem Raj Rai, non custodial parent. Notice is given that a hearing is scheduled as follows: Date: June 8, 2015 Time: 9:00 a.m. Location: 1790 W. Littleton Blvd. Division A2 Littleton, Colorado 80120
At this hearing the Court may enter an order changing the name of the minor child. To support or voice objection to the proposed name change, you must appear at the hearing. Date: April 29, 2015 Legal Notice No.: 56267 First Publication: May 14, 2015 Last Publication: June 11, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on May 28, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Christopher James Wardlow be changed to Christopher James Morgan Case No.: 2015 C 300537 Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 56315 First Publication: May 28, 2015 Last Publication: June 11, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on May 28, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Lauren Chirieleison Weiner be changed to Ryan Loren Chirieleison Weiner Case No.: 2015 C 300561 Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 56326 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: June 18, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on May 28, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Larry Eugene Jenkins be changed to Linsey Marie Jenkins Case No.: 2015 C 300564 Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 56328 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: June 18, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on May 11, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County District Court. The petition requests that the name of Rebecca Anne Saltzman be changed to Rebecca Anne Saltzman Barsheshet. Case No.: 2015 C 37308 By: J. Kaufmann, Deputy Clerk Signed: Judge Murray Legal Notice No: 56271 First Publication: May 21, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on May 13, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Janelle Marie Walsh be changed to Janelle Marie Lorett. Case No.: 2015 C 300502 Tammera Herivel By: J. Patterson, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 56304 First Publication: May 28, 2015 Last Publication: June 11, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on May 21, 2015
Name Changes PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on May 21, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Aquanetta Marie Riley be changed to Aquanetta Marie Patterson Case No.: 2015 C 300533 Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 56318 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: June 18, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent
Notice To Creditors Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Auqust J Fischer, aka Auqust Junior Fischer, aka Junior Fischer, Deceased Case Number 2015PR158 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Co-Personal Representatives or to District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 28, 2015, or the claims may be forever barred.
Notice To Creditors PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of STEPHEN A. KOLOSKUS, a/k/a STEPHEN KOLOSKUS, a/k/a S. A. KOLOSKUS, a/k/a STEPHEN ARTHUR KOLOSKUS, a/k/a STEVE KOLOSKUS, a/k/a STEVE ARTHUR KOLOSKUS, a/k/a STEVE A. KOLOSKUS, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30465 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before October 9, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred. Christopher Koloskus, Personal Representative c/o Law Office of Julia Griffith McVey, PC 12600 W. Colfax Ave Ste C 400 Lakewood, CO 80215 Legal Notice No: 56321 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: June 18, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Virginia M. Lemons, aka Virginia Marjorie Lemons, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30453
Molly J. Fischer- Hlousek and Andrew A. Fischer Co-Personal Representatives c/o Estate of August J. Fischer 5542 S. Cedar Street Littleton, CO 80120
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before October 4, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.
Legal Notice No.: 56272 First Publication: May 21, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent
Charles F. Lemons, Jr., Personal Representative 234 Basilwood Way Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Carolyn Lee Fugere, aka Carolyn L. Fugere, aka Carol Fugere, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30418 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before October 4, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred. Theresa M. Moore, attorney for Michele Morris, Personal Representative c/o The Moore Law Firm, P.C. 3665 Cherry Creek No. Dr. Ste. 100 Denver, CO 80209-3712 Legal Notice No: 42878 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: June 18, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Willaim J. Garcia, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30455 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before October 15, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred. Sandra Carrick, Personal Representative 8039 S. Country Club Pkwy. Aurora, CO 80016 303-709-6617 Legal Notice No: 56327 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: June 18, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Eileen L. Smith, also known as Eileen Lucille Smith, Deceased Case Number: 2015PR30390 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 23, 2015, or the claims may be forever barred. Marc A. Smith Personal Representative 4728 Golf Village Drive Powell, Ohio 43065 Legal Notice No.: 56282 First Publication: May 21, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: The Englewood Herald and the Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE District Court, Arapahoe County State of Colorado 7325 S. Potomac St. Centennial, CO 80112 In the Matter of the Estate of: JAMES VANCE SELLERS, a/k/a JAMES V. SELLERS, Deceased. Attorneys for the Personal Representative, Mark T. Patton Theresa M. Moore The Moore Law Firm, P.C. 3665 Cherry Creek No. Dr., Ste. 100 Denver, CO 80209-3712 (303) 329-5900 (303) 329-3291 fax tmoore@tmmpc.com Atty. Reg. # 15163 Case No. 14PR444 * Division 21 NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION PURSUANT TO § 15-10-401, C.R.S. To: John I. Sellers (a/k/a John Irving Sellers), Jason Bates and Megan Bates Last Known Addresses, if any: (Unknown as to All) A hearing on Kelli Bernard’s Motion to Remove Mark T. Patton as personal representative, and Mark T. Patton’s Petition for Formal Probate of Will and Formal Appointment of Personal Representative for probate of the Decedent’s Will and Codicil and for reappointment of Mark T. Patton as Personal Representative of the Estate in formal proceedings, will be held at the following time and location or at a later date to which the hearing may be continued: Date: August 13, 2015 Time: 9:00 a.m. * Division: 21 Address: 7325 S. Potomac St., Centennial, CO 80112
Legal Notice No: 56323 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: June 18, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Elizabeth Dalby Gordon, aka Elizabeth D. Gordon, aka Elizabeth Gordon, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30457 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before October 4, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred. Charles Gordon, Personal Representative ℅ T.A. Taylor-Hunt, No. 31932 3773 Cherry Creek North Drive, Suite 575 Denver, CO 80209 Legal Notice No: 56324 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: June 18, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Gloria M. Duhs, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30107 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Co-Personal Representatives or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 21, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred. Barbara Trompeau Co-Personal Representative 7051 South Franklin Street Centennial, Colorado 80122 Laurie Jo Wasserburger Co-Personal Representative 255 Wasserburger Road Lusk, Wyoming 82225 Legal Notice No: 56268 First Publication: May 21, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Rufus Omer Moses, aka Rufus Omer Moses, Jr., aka R. Omer Moses, aka R. Omer Moses, Jr. aka R.O. Moses, aka R.O. Moses, Jr., aka Omer Moses, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30356 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representatives or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 28, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred. Kathleen G. Moses, Aka Kathleen Gayle Moses c/o Walter M. Kelly II Miller & Steiert, P.C. 1901 W. Littleton Blvd. Littleton, Colorado 80120 Legal Notice No: 56269 First Publication: May 28, 2015 Last Publication: June 11, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Donald G. Fullerton, aka Donald Griswold Fullerton, aka Don Fullerton, aka Donald Fullerton, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30350 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 21, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred. Kaye E. Grassman aka Kaye Elizabeth Grassman fka Kaye E. Fullerton Personal Representative c/o Walter M. Kelly II Miller & Steiert, P.C. 1901 W. Littleton Blvd. Littleton, Colorado 80120 Legal Notice No: 56273 First Publication: May 21, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Raymond Kirkpatrick, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30392
Theresa M. Moore, Attorney for Mark T. Patton 3665 Cherry Creek No. Dr., Ste. 100 Denver, CO 80209-3712 (303) 329-5900
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before October 1, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.
Legal Notice No.: 56317 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: June 18, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent
Kent C. Kirkpatrick Personal Representative 555 Wyatt Drive Steamboat Springs, Colorado 80487
Notice To Creditors
Kent C. Kirkpatrick Personal Representative 555 Wyatt Drive Steamboat Springs, Colorado 80487 Legal Notice No: 56280 First Publication: May 21, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Robert Hyman, aka Robert Leonard Hyman, aka Robert L. Hyman, aka Bob Hyman, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30398 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 21, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred. Kathryn K. Todd, Kaeble Todd Law Attorney for the Personal Representative 14143 Denver West Parkway, No. 100 Golden, Colorado 80401 Legal Notice No: 56299 First Publication: May 21, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Stuart D. Jenkins, aka Stuart Donovan Jenkins, aka Stuart Jenkins, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30430 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 28, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred. Karen L. Chapman Personal Representative c/o 633 Seventeenth Street, Suite 3000 Denver, Colorado 80202 Legal Notice No: 56300 First Publication: May 28, 2015 Last Publication: June 11, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Irma Ruth Polhemus, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 030112 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 28, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred. John M. Polhemus Personal Representative 7362 Rainbow Creek Road Sedalia, Colorado 80135 Legal Notice No: 56306 First Publication: May 28, 2015 Last Publication: June 11, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent and the Englewood Herald PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of James E. Vogler, aka Eric Vogler, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 030413 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 28, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred. Thomas Bass, Personal Representative c/o Law Office of Maria Theresa B. Lopez 3773 Cherry Creek Drive North Suite 575 Denver, CO 80209 Legal Notice No: 56313 First Publication: May 28, 2015 Last Publication: June 11, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent
Misc. Private Legals Public Notice ARAPAHOE COUNTY COURT 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD, LITTLETON, CO 80120
CIVIL ACTION NO. 2014CV32937, DIV 1 Plaintiff(s): ARAPAHOE ADAMS NOTE ACQUISITIONS COMPANY, LLC Defendant(s) AMBER COMMUNITIES, INC. A COLORADO CORPORATION; CYNTHIA MARES, Arapahoe County Public Trustee; and MULTIBANK 2009-1 RES-ADC VENTURE, LLC. SHERIFF’S NOTICE OF SALE To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
Original Grantor(s): Amber Communities, Inc. Original Beneficiary(ies): First Community Bank Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Arapahoe Adams Note Acquisition Company, LLC Date of Deed of Trust: September 19, 2003 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: September 22, 2003 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): B3210481 Original Principal Amount: $5,704,698.78 Outstanding Principal Balance: $333,942.38
YOU ARE NOTIFIED AS FOLLOWS: A foreclosure proceeding was commenced in the office of the undersigned Sheriff to foreclose the lien of the abovedescribed Deed of Trust pursuant to an Amended Order Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure. The legal description of the Property that is the subject of this Notice in accordance with §38-38-101(1)(c), C.R.S. is:
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 1, BLOCK 1, AND TRACT A, SOUTHCREEK SUBDIVISION FILING N O . 6 , C O U N T Y O F A R A P A H O E, STATE OF COLORADO
Also known by street and number as: SOUTHCREEK SUBDIVISION, AURORA, CO 80016 THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 a.m. on July 2, 2015, at the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 E. Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said
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June 4, 2015
For many low-income workers, calling in sick is a luxury Support grows for guaranteed paid sick days By Anne D’Innocenzio The Associated Press
For Shannon Henderson, getting a cold or flu could be the difference between putting food on the table and going hungry. As a part-time customer service representative at a Walmart in Sacramento, California, Henderson is one of an estimated 40 million American workers for who calling in sick is a luxury. If they don’t work, they don’t get paid. Public Notice “I’m super afraid of getting sick,” said ARAPAHOE COUNTY COURT 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD, Henderson, 29,CO who slathers on hand saniLITTLETON, 80120 tizer at work in hopes of fending off illness. CIVIL ACTION NO. 2014CV32937, DIV 1Paid sick leave is the next frontier in Plaintiff(s): ARAPAHOE ADAMS NOTE the fight for the country’s lowest earners. ACQUISITIONS COMPANY, LLC Defendant(s) AMBER COMMUNITIES, Some of the same workers’ rights groups INC. A COLORADO CORPORATION; CYNTHIA MARES,headlines Arapahoe County that grabbed recently by pushing Public Trustee; and MULTIBANK 2009-1 companies for wage hikes are steering the RES-ADC VENTURE, LLC. conversation toward paid sick leave. The SHERIFF’S NOTICE OF SALE debate has caught the attention of governTo Whom It May Concern: This Notice is ments companies alike. given withand regard to the following described Deed of Trust: President Barack Obama is calling for Original Grantor(s): Amber that Communities, federal legislation would require comInc. Employment Original First Community paniesBeneficiary(ies): to guarantee workers paid sick days. Bank And since San Francisco started requirCurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt: Arapahoe Adams Note Acquisition ing that in 2007, nearly Com20 cities and three pany, LLC Date of Deed of Trust: September 19, states - Connecticut, Massachusetts and 2003 California have passed similar measures. of Labor Statistics. County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: SeptemBut only 20 percent of workers whose New York, Maryland and other statesPUBLIC are NOTICE ber 22, 2003 wages are at the bottom 10 percent get paid Recording Information (Reception No. DISTRICT COURT, considering laws too. And McDonald’s and/or Book/Page No.): B3210481 ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO sick leave, compared with 87 percent in the Original Amount: $5,704,698.78 7325 S. Potomac Street Corp.Principal and Walmart Stores Inc., which have Outstanding Principal Balance: Centennial, CO 80112 top 10 percent. There’s also a difference announced making $ 3 3 3 , 9 4 2 . 3 8 wage hikes recently, are Phone Number: 303-649-6355 when comparing part-time and full-time changes to their paid sick leavePlaintiff: policies. YOU ARE NOTIFIED AS FOLLOWS: employees: Seventy-four percent of fullA foreclosure proceeding comSTRATTON ASSOCIATES, LLC, “Paid sick days arewas a job issue,” said Ellen menced in the office of the undersigned an Oregon limited liability company Bravo, executive director for Family Values time workers get paid sick leave, while 24 Sheriff to foreclose the lien of the aboveVs. described Deed of Trust pursuant to an Defendants: percent of part-time workers do, according (at) Work, network of coalitions fighting Amended Order a Judgment and Decree of ANTELOPE INVESTORS, LLC, a ColorForeclosure. The legal of the adoleave limited poliliability company; BENNETT to BLS. to pass paid sickdescription days and family Property that is the subject of this Notice INVESTMENTS LIMITED, an England Despite cies. “Whenwith you§38-38-101(1)(c), don’t have sickand pay, you corporation; get in accordance Wales ARAPAHOEthe disparities, some industry C.R.S. is: COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE; ANTEgroupsASSOCIare fighting against laws requirdocked.” LOPE HILLS HOMEOWNERS’ THEThe LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE ATION; TOWN OF BENNETT, COLORing sick leave pay. Lisa Horn, director of new focus comes amid wide disA FIRST LIEN. ADO, a municipal corporation; and ALL LOT 1, BLOCK 1, AND TRACT A, UNKNOWN WHO CLAIM ANY affairs at Society for Human parities between the benefits receivedPERSONS by congressional SOUTHCREEK SUBDIVISION FILING INTEREST IN THE SUBJECT MATTER Resource Management, a human resource the and rungs corporate N O . top 6, CO U N T bottom Y OF ARA P A H O Eof , the OF THIS ACTION STATE OF COLORADO management trade group, says many comladder. Sixty-one percent of U.S. workers Attorneys for Plaintiff Also at known byone streetpaid and number as: according Kent A. Naughton get least sick day, to a panies are leaning toward policies that SOUTHCREEK SUBDIVISION, AUWitwer, Oldenburg, Barry & Groom, LLP lump sick, personal and vacation days tonational survey 822 of employee RORA, CO compensation 80016 7th Street, Suite 760 THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN CO 80631 benefits last CURyear byGreeley, theNumber: Bureau gether. But she says laws force companies IS ALL OFconducted THE PROPERTY Phone 970-352-3161
In February, Walmart, the largest U.S. private employer, said within about a year it would end the one-day wait for sick pay for all full-time U.S. workers. That’s a change from the current system that requires Walmart workers in the U.S. to wait a day to use sick days, which means they have to use personal days on the first day out sick. (Full-time workers can earn up to two personal days and about six days of sick leave pay a year.) Randy Hargrove, a Walmart spokesman, said the company also is reviewing its sick policy for part-time workers, who account for half of its 1.3 million-person workforce in the U.S. Currently, if part-time workers are ill, they have to use personal days. McDonald’s is taking a different apMetro Creative Connection proach by lumping personal and sick days together. Starting July 1, full-time and parttime workers at company-owned restaurants will begin to accrue personal paid time off after one year of service that can be used for sick leave. An employee working an average of 20 hours a week will be eligible to accrue about 20 hours of paid time off a year. If emMark Girouard, ployees don’t take the earned time off, they will be paid for the value of it. The benefits attorney at Nilan Johnson Lewis apply to only McDonald’s company-owned restaurants, which represent about 10 percent of its more than 14,300 restaurants nationwide. to scale back on those benefits to keep Workplace experts expect other comdown the costs associated with people tak- panies to follow Walmart and McDonald’s. ing sick days off. “More employers are voluntarily adopting “These mandates have a chilling effect paid sick leave programs,” says Mark Giron employers’ ability to innovate and be ouard, an employment attorney at Nilan creative with their leave options,” she said. Johnson Lewis who represents national reEileen Appelbaum, senior economist at tailers. Center for Economic and Policy Research, That is welcome news to workers who says mandated sick pay has not had a nega- struggle to make ends meet when they take tive impact on some companies that have a sick day. been surveyed. According to a survey the Henderson, the customer service rep, group did of businesses in Connecticut, works under the 34 hours per week average which has required paid sick leave since that would make her a Walmart full-time 2012, one-third of workers took no paid sick employee, so the company’s policy change leave. “They treat them as insurance,” she doesn’t affect her. She said she’s looking Public Notice said. forward to California’s sick leave mandate, Arapahoe County District Court Big companies with operations nationwhich 7325 S. Potomac Street goes into effect in July and allows 80112 wide are changing their paid sick leaveCentennial, poli- CO workers one hour of paid sick leave for evIn the Matter of the Petition of: cies ahead of legislation. ery 30 hours worked.
‘More employers are voluntarily adopting paid sick leave programs.’
RENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE
Misc. Private Legals
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 a.m. on July 2, 2015, at the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 E. Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE** For the purposes of paying off, curing the default, or redemption as provided by statute, intent must be directed to or conducted at the ARAPAHOE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE, CIVIL DIVISION, telephone 720-874-3851. The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Rogers & Stodden, LLC, 1415 Larimer St., #300N, Denver, CO 80202, a Deanne R. Stodden, Esq. #33214 Jennifer C. Rogers, Esq. #34682 Attorney File # F14-004 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. DATE: April 27, 2015 David C. Walcher, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn, Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 56220 First Publication: May 7, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, CO 80112 Phone Number: 303-649-6355
Plaintiff: STRATTON ASSOCIATES, LLC, an Oregon limited liability company Vs. Defendants: ANTELOPE INVESTORS, LLC, a Colorado limited liability company; BENNETT INVESTMENTS LIMITED, an England and Wales corporation; ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE; ANTELOPE HILLS HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION; TOWN OF BENNETT, COLORADO, a municipal corporation; and ALL UNKNOWN PERSONS WHO CLAIM ANY INTEREST IN THE SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS ACTION
Fax Number: 970-352-3165 E-mail: KNAUGHTON@WOBJLAW.COM Atty. Reg. #: 37114
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Case Number: 2015CV30357
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO
You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of the complaint filed with the court in this action, by filing with the clerk of this court an answer or other response. You are required to file your answer or other response within 35 days after the service of this summons upon you. Service of this summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication. A copy of the complaint may be obtained from the clerk of the court.
TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT(S): ALL UNKNOWN PERSONS WHO CLAIM ANY INTEREST IN
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If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint in writing within 35 days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the complaint without further notice. This is an action to quiet the title of the Plaintiff in and to the real property situate in Arapahoe County, Colorado, more particularly described as LOT 34, ANTELOPE HILLS FILING NO. 1 Dated: May 1, 2015. /s/ Kent A. Naughton Kent A. Naughton Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Legal Notice No.: 56250 First Publication: May 14, 2015 Last Publication: June 11, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent
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ARAPAHOE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT NUMBER SIX Littleton, Colorado NOTICE OF PROPOSED SCHOOL BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Education of Arapahoe County School District Number Six, Littleton, Colorado, for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2015, and ending June 30, 2016, and has been filed in the Office of the Superintendent of Schools where it is available for public inspection. Such proposed budget will be considered for adoption at the regular meeting of the Board of Education of said District at the Educational Services Center, 5776 South Crocker St., Littleton, Colorado on June 11, 2015, at 6:30 p.m. Any person paying school taxes in said school district may at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget file or register his objections thereto. Dated May 28, 2015 Board of Education Arapahoe County School District Number Six Mary Nichols, Secretary Legal Notice No.: 56267 First Publication: May 28, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent
Legal Notice No.: 56331 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: The Englewood Herald
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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE AS TO PROPOSED BUDGET AND PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Arapahoe Library District Board of Trustees for the ensuing years of 2014 & 2015. That a copy of such proposed budget has been filed in the office of the District at 12855 E. Adam Aircraft Circle, Englewood, Colorado, where same is open for public inspection. A public hearing on such proposed budget will be held Tuesday, June 16, 2015, at 5:30 p.m. preceding the regular meeting of the Arapahoe Library District Board of Trustees at the Support Services Building, 12855 E. Adam Aircraft Circle, Englewood, Colorado 80112. Any interested elector within such Arapahoe Library District will be given the opportunity at the hearing to be heard concerning the proposed budget and may inspect the proposed budget and file or register any objections thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget, scheduled for June 16, 2015, at 5:30 p.m., at the Support Services Building, Arapahoe Library District, 12855 E. Adam Aircraft Circle, Englewood, Colorado 80112.
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Legal Notice No.: 56332 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: The Englewood Herald
PUBLIC NOTICE ARAPAHOE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT NUMBER SIX Littleton, Colorado
Case Number: 2015CV30357
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO
Public Notice
TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT(S): ALL UNKNOWN PERSONS WHO CLAIM ANY INTEREST IN THE SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS ACTION
Attorneys for Plaintiff Kent A. Naughton Witwer, Oldenburg, Barry & Groom, LLP 822 7th Street, Suite 760 Greeley, CO 80631 Phone Number: 970-352-3161 Fax Number: 970-352-3165 E-mail: KNAUGHTON@WOBJLAW.COM Atty. Reg. #: 37114
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Sunny Craig Heydorn and Jason Keith Heydorn For the Adoption of a Child Case Number: 2015JA39
Legal Notice No.: 56316 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice Arapahoe County District Court 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, CO 80112 In the Matter of the Petition of: Sunny Craig Heydorn and Jason Keith Heydorn For the Adoption of a Child Case Number: 2015JA39 NOTICE OF HEARING
Legal Notice No.: 56330 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: The Englewood Herald
To: John Doe Pursuant to §15-10-401, C.R.S., you are hereby notified that the above-named Petitioner has filed in this Court a verified Petition seeking to adopt a child. If applicable, an Affidavit of Abandonment
To: John Doe Pursuant to §15-10-401, C.R.S., you are hereby notified that the above-named Petitioner has filed in this Court a verified Petition seeking to adopt a child. If applicable, an Affidavit of Abandonment has been filed alleging that you have abandoned the child for a period of one year or more and/or have failed without cause to provide reasonable support for the child for one year or more. You are further notified that an Adoption hearing is set on July 9, 2015, at 2:30 p.m. in the court location identified above. You are further notified that if you fail to appear for said hearing, the Court may terminate your parental rights and grant the adoption as sought by the Petitioner. Legal Notice No.: 56320 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: July 2, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for Arapahoe County, Colorado and Incorporated Areas The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency has issued a preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report, reflecting proposed flood hazard determinations within Arapahoe County, Colorado and Incorporated Areas. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. Technical information or comments are solicited on the proposed flood hazard determinations shown on the preliminary FIRM and/or FIS report for Arapahoe County, Colorado and Incorporated Areas. These flood hazard determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to either adopt or show evidence of being already in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. However, before these determinations are effective for floodplain management purposes, you will be provided an opportunity to appeal the proposed information. For information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, as well as a complete listing of the communities affected and the locations where copies of the FIRM are available for review, please visit FEMA’s website at http://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/fhm/script s/bfe_main.asp, or call the FEMA Map Information eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627). Legal Notice No.: 56325 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: June 11, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE CENTENNIAL AIRPORT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that during a regular meeting which begins at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, 2015, the Board of Commissioners of the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority will hold a Public Hearing at which all interested persons will be given the
CENTENNIAL AIRPORT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that during a regular meeting which begins at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, 2015, the Board of Commissioners of the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority will hold a Public Hearing at which all interested persons will be given the opportunity to be heard concerning an Application Under Centennial Airport’s Minimum Standards for Commercial Aeronautical Activities from West Star Aviation to conduct Specialized Commercial Aeronautical activities, specifically Aircraft Maintenance/Avionics, as defined under Part 3 Section 3.
The hearing will be held in the Wright Brothers Room of the Control Tower/Administration Building located at 7800 South Peoria Street, Englewood, Colorado 80112 at the above date and time. More information concerning this application is available and may be reviewed in the Administration Office of the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority at the same address as stated above. Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority Legal Notice No.: 927269 First Publication: June 4, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Name Changes PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on May 8, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Aduard Svirsky be changed to Edward Svirsky Case No.: 15 C 300468 Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 56270 First Publication: May 21, 2015 Last Publication: June 4, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent
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June 4, 2015
Centennial Center Park events set to kick off Music, movies and food will be on tap at Centennial venue
with a splash pad to run through, she said.
German Day in Colorado
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.
Founder’s 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.
Colorado Chilefest
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.
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