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‘People are going to get wet and dirty’ Deer-management program awarded more than $9,000

Horse rescue hosts fundraiser at Colorado Horse Park

Castlewood Canyon State Park also receives grant money

BY TOM SKELLEY TSKELLEY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Fundraising fun runs are nothing new, as participants in events like Muckfest and “Tough Mudder” competitions can attest. Obstacle courses are designed to test runners’ endurance and athleticism, usually involving a lot of dirt and sweat.

On April 22, the Colorado Horse Park will add a twist, challenging humans to take on obstacles, water jumps and terrain designed for horses.

“The idea is to get people of all ages out there to see the athleticism of horses, who have to traverse these obstacles, sometimes with a 150-pound person on their back,” said Andrea Mena, a volunteer with horse rescue Drifter’s Hearts of Hope.

The nonprofit horse rescue in Franktown is sponsoring its first “Run to the Rescue” at the equine park, featuring Denver Broncos cheerleaders, door prizes, yoga classes, vendors and a 5K all-ages run on SEE RESCUE, P5

BY JODI HORNER SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

Bella Kirshner and her friend Monty enjoy some time together at Drifter’s Hearts of Hope, a nonprofit horse rescue in Franktown. The group was founded by Kirshner’s parents and their friend Jacqui Avis shortly after Kirshner began caring for Drifter, a horse Avis rescued from slaughter in 2014.

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Great Outdoors Colorado recently awarded more than $10,000 in grant money to two area projects.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife managers were awarded a $9,415 grant for their deer-management program in Elizabeth, and Castlewood Canyon State Park was awarded $700 to pilot its Nature Pass program.

“We had some great, great applications. It was pretty competitive,” said GOCO Parks and Wildlife Program Coordinator Emily Orbanek.

The finalists for the grants were chosen by a five-person review team with each of the 31 applications being reviewed by peers within the agency, Orbanek said. The grant money was awarded to several groups throughout the state.

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‘The welcome home that Vietnam veterans have been waiting for’ Congressman hosts commemoration ceremonies for veterans

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Seven additional Vietnam War 50th Commemoration Ceremonies will take place.

The events are free and open to the public.

The April 7 and April 12 ceremonies will take place 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Red Rocks Community College, 13300 W. 6th Ave. in Lakewood.

The other dates, with time and locations to be announced, are as follows: June 1, July 6 and 21, and Aug. 3 and 17.

BY CHRISTY STEADMAN CSTEADMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

For Vietnam veteran Abe Alonzo, the March 24 ceremony honoring him and 53 others for their service in an unpopular and devastating war was long overdue.

“We weren’t accepted or received after our tour in Vietnam,” said the 68-year-old Lakewood resident, who served in the Marines from 1968 to 1970. “We were never appreciated for the sacrifices we made. It was a tough time.”

U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter, D-7th District, has partnered with the governor’s office to honor men and women who served during the Vietnam era from Nov. 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975, the beginning and end of U.S. involvement in the war. The commemoration ceremony is part of an ongoing series of events across the country leading up to the 50th anniversary in 2025 of American withdrawal from the conflict.

Response to Perlmutter’s event, first announced in February, has been so overwhelming that his office expanded

MORE INFORMATION For more information, times and dates of upcoming ceremonies, or to request to take part, go to U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter’s website at http://perlmutter.house.gov/

Evan Louis Totten, 75, a Parker resident who served in the Navy from 1964 to 1974, has his wife Janell pin on his lapel pin at a March 24 commemoration ceremony of the Vietnam War. It’s important that families are also recognized, he said, because they are veterans, too. “If it had not been for our loved ones at home,” Totten added, “we would not have been able to sustain ourselves.”

CHRISTY STEADMAN the number of ceremonies from one to eight, said Ashley Verville, Perlmutter’s director of communications.

About 600 Vietnam veterans from across the state expressed interest in participating, she said. So seven more commemoration ceremonies have been scheduled through August, to keep the numbers small and the event more intimate.

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The first ceremony took place March 24 at Red Rocks Community College in Lakewood, to coincide with Vietnam Veterans Day, which is celebrated annually on March 29. Each of the 54 veterans received a lapel pin and a certificate of commendation. The commemoration does not distinguish between veterans who served in-country, in-theater or who were stationed

elsewhere during the Vietnam War period.

Vietnam was an unpopular war, said Jim Falk, 68, of Northglenn who served the in the U.S. Navy from 1969 to 1973. And many veterans returned home to disapproval and recrimination, rather than celebration.

“People blamed the service men and women,” Falk said. “But it wasn’t their fault — they were just serving.”

Evan Louis Totten, 75, a Parker resident who served in the Navy from 1964 to 1974, remembers the hostility as well.

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“The maximum request amount we received was for $20,000,” she said.

GOCO was created in 1992 when Colorado voters approved a constitutional amendment that, according to its website, “redirected proceeds from the state lottery being used for capital construction projects to projects that protect and enhance Colorado’s wildlife, park, river, trail, and open space heritage.”

More than 4,900 projects in urban and rural areas in all 64 Colorado counties have been funded since its inception, all without support from tax dollars.

GOCO receives its funding exclusively through the Colorado State Lottery. According to a news release, the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Director’s Innovation Fund is a new partnership between GOCO and CPW to create a funding source for “one-time, innovative projects that would not otherwise receive funding from either organization.”

Castlewood Canyon State Park, located just south of Elizabeth, has

Mule deer are increasingly being forced to dwell between natural open spaces and newly forming developments. Population control has become a major concern to ensure public safety.

JODI HORNER partnered with the Parker Task Force to pilot its Nature Pass program. They hope to enable 100 at-risk families to more fully experience the Colorado outdoors.

“It’s a brand-new pilot program,” Orbanek said. “The Friends of Castlewood Canyon have been struggling to connect to Douglas County schools because Douglas County is a very affluent county. But the spectrum of need is still there, so they wanted to reach out to folks in unfortunate family situations or families dealing with

health issues.”

The $700 grant from GOCO will provide seed money for free day passes to the park. Families will also be provided with a backpack containing snacks, water, information about CPW and the park, a calendar of events at Castlewood Canyon and self-guided hike directions.

The park hopes to eventually expand the nature pass program to reach the more than 60,000 Douglas County students who qualify for free or reduced lunch.

Elizabeth’s deer-management program will be using the money it received to expand the program, which has been in place in for two years and is designed to control the mule deer population.

It invites local bowhunters to participate “by going through the rigorous qualification process, ensuring the highest standard of public safety,” according to the news release.

The program also benefits the local food banks. The bowhunters have donated more than 1,100 pounds of venison since the program began.

The deer-management program strives to reduce human conflicts with wildlife and wildlife-born diseases. It also educates the public about deer and hunting-based management. This has proven to be the most realistic and effective method of management, according to the GOCO Parks and Wildlife Program.

The bowhunter program also reduces strain on town services, particularly when it comes to dealing with roadkill.

The program has gained notoriety, with the potential of becoming a statewide model for realistic urban wildlife management, according to the GOCO Parks and Wildlife Program.

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RESCUE FROM PAGE 1

the park’s equestrian racecourse.

The ranch began almost three years ago, when Parker resident Jean Kirshner brought her daughter to an Elbert County ranch to get to know Drifter, a horse rescued from a holding pen in Fort Collins by her friend Jacqui Avis.

Drifter’s next stop would have been a slaughterhouse in Mexico.

Kirshner’s daughter Bella, who has cerebral palsy, began grooming and riding Drifter, mucking his stall and taking him to the veterinarian. She helped bring the horse back to health, and working with Drifter brought out a different side of her.

“This was the first time I saw Bella with a purpose,” Kirshner said.

Bella and her friends began baking horse treats and selling them to raise money for horse charities. Sitting in at one of the baking parties, Avis got the idea for her and the Kirshners to

Jacqui Avis, left, and Andrea Mena lead a pair of four-legged friends on a walk at the Drifter’s Hearts of Hope ranch in Franktown. The nonprofit horse rescue will host a 5K fun run at the Colorado Horse Park at 8 a.m. on April 22 to raise funds and compete for a $25,000 grant from the ASPCA. TOM SKELLEY rescue horses on their own.

Three years later, Drifter’s Hearts of Hope has expanded to the King of Hearts Ranch in Franktown, buying horses, most on their way to slaughter, and rehabilitating them for adoption.

About 20 volunteers give their time at the ranch each week, watering, exercising and cleaning up after about 40 horses on any given day.

Avis estimates they adopted 80 horses last year — and it wasn’t cheap.

“It’s expensive to run this place,” Avis said. “Between feeding and vets and training, it adds up.”

Mena came up with the idea for the event as a way to compete for a $25,000 grant from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). Each year, the organization recognizes groups that generate community involvement for its annual “Help a Horse Day.” Avis said she hopes turnout is good enough for the ASPCA to take notice — $25,000 buys a lot of hay. So far, Mena said response from the community has been positive and she’s expecting a good turnout from the “horse hub” in the Parker area.

“The equine community in Parker is massive,” she said. “It’s such a worthwhile cause, that’s why I think people are responding.”

Avis and Mena are expecting between 150 to 200 people, most of whom will hopefully bring a change of clothes.

“People are going to get wet and dirty,” Avis said.

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Journey back in time May 6 & 20 Have you ever seen pre-historic mammoth remains or toured an 1860’s pioneer property? These encounters and more are in store during National Historic Preservation Month activities in Douglas County. For more information on the free guided tours including reservation info, locations and times please visit www.douglas.co.us and search for Historic Preservation.

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Elbert County Sheriff’s Office appoints new undersheriff Troy McCoy fills the position vacated after the dismissal of Tony Schiefelbein

BY JODI HORNER SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

When Tony Schiefelbein was dismissed as Elbert County’s undersheriff on Feb. 14 for what county officials called a policy violation, the sheriff ’s office set out to immediately fill the vacant position.

Troy McCoy was sworn in as Elbert County’s new undersheriff on March 9. McCoy has held several roles within the sheriff ’s office, including deputy and lieutenant deputy, since July 2008.

“Previously as lieutenant, I oversaw traffic, schools, posse, reserves and administration,” McCoy said.

“As undersheriff, I will oversee all departments for the sheriff ’s office, with four lieutenants reporting directly to me.”

Although McCoy has many years of experience under his belt, he anticipates a learning curve with the undersheriff role.

“Learning more about higher-level issues like the department budget, staffing and being a good leader,” he said, are the more challenging parts to his new position.

McCoy said he is happy to continue to serve the public.

“I like being able to interact with the community and finding ways to make a difference,” he said. “I feel that I can be a positive influence for law enforcement when a lot of people have a negative perception.”

Schiefelbein had been employed with Elbert County since May 2005. In 2009 he was honored with a medal for assisting in the birth of a baby in an Elbert County home, likely saving the newborn’s life.

No specifics were provided about the policy violation officials said he committed.

LEPC Meeting on April 20 The Douglas County Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet at 2 p.m., April 20 at the Douglas County School District Offices, 701 Prairie Hawk Drive, Mt. Evans Room, Castle Rock, CO 80104 For more information visit www.dcsheriff.net/LEPC

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“That lingers in the minds of all of us,” he said. “If it had not been for our loved ones at home, we would not have been able to sustain ourselves.”

The Department of Veterans Affairs estimates there are 7 million men and women across the country still living who served during the Vietnam era. As of 2014, more than 127,000 are in Colorado.

More than 58,000 people lost their lives in Vietnam and about 1,600 people are still missing, Brigadier Gen. John P. Rose told those at the March 24 event.

“The bottom line is that we have not forgotten,” he said. “We will not forget.”

This event, specifically, lets every Vietnam veteran and his or her family know that their service is appreciated, said Jeanette Early of Aurora, a member of Gold Star Wives of America, a support organization for those whose spouses or children have died while serving in the Armed Forces.

“It means so much to say welcome home,” she said.

Because of unforeseen legislative obligations in Washington, Perlmutter was unable to attend the event, his wife Nancy said.

But in an email, Perlmutter said the lapel pins symbolize the service and sacrifice of Vietnam-era veterans.

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For most Vietnam veterans, this commemorative ceremony is a first, said Joe Lucero, 69, a Broomfield resident who served in the Army from 1970 to 1971.

“It is,” he said, “a welcome home that we as Vietnam veterans have been waiting for.”

Abe Alonzo, 68, a Lakewood resident who served as a U.S. Marine from 1968 to 1970, holds up his certificate of commendation at a March 24 commemoration ceremony for veterans of the Vietnam War. The veterans referred to the ceremony as a long overdue welcome home, Alonzo said.

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This treatment is viscosupplementation with hyaluronic acid (HA).

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When you have knee arthritis the lubricating fluid (synovial fluid) in

your knee joint dries up.

This means instead of gliding smoothly - your bones start to rub and grind against each other.

This causes a little pain in the beginning - but over time the pain steadily gets worse until it is excruciating.

Hyaluronic acid works so well because it is like “joint oil.” It is a natural substance and is one of the natural building blocks of the synovial fluid that lubricates your knee.

Scientists and researchers discovered this natural building block to synovial fluid in the rooster’s comb that big red thing on top of the roosters head. It is extracted from the roosters comb, purified and concentrated.

When it is injected directly into your knee joint, it is like squirting oil on a rusty door hinge.

Hyaluronic acid allows your joints to glide more smoothly eliminating a lot of the rubbing, grinding and pain.

Why You Should Try This Even If You’ve Already Had Similar Treatments Without results...

“We have been able to help so many knee pain sufferers - even many who have already tried other injections like Synvisc, Supartz, Orthovisc and even Hyalgan. We use special and very advanced low-dose videofluoroscopy imaging called “Hologic Digital Imaging” so we can see right into the joint. This allows us to put the Hyalgan exactly where it needs to be. Studies show doctors doing joint injections without fluoroscopy miss the joint up to 30% of the time.” said the director of Arthritis Treatment at Osteo Relief Institute.

Osteo Relief Institute is a state of the art medical facility offering only the best technology.

And that’s not all - Osteo Relief Institute has a complete knee relief

Hyalgan Injected Directly Into Knee Joint Like “Joint Oil”

Successful Treatment - Hyalgan being precisely injected directly into the knee joint using Hologic digital imaging. Advanced imaging allows treatments to be as precise as possible. Hyalgan can lubricate the joint and decrease pain.

program called “P.A.C.E.” to make sure you get the most pain relief and the best possible results from treatment.

“Every case is individual. Some patients get quite a bit of relief right away - others take a little more time.

But most have been extremely happy and the results usually last for at least 6 months. Patients who were suffering for years with bad knee pain are getting their lives back... going for walks again and exercising. It’s amazing to see. They tell all their friends - that’s why we are swarmed. I can’t tell you how many patients have cancelled their total knee replacement surgeries.” added one of the doctors.

How To Get It If you have knee pain, the doctors and staff would like to invite you for a risk free screening to see if you are a candidate for Hyalgan treatments and

Research Shows Doctors Miss The Joint Space About 30% Of The Time Without Advance Imaging

Failed Treatment - the injection (and Hyalgan) misses the joint space. Research shows this occurs up to 30% of the time without the use of Hologic digital imaging to guide the injection.

This is why Hyalgan may not have worked for you.

the P.A.C.E program.

All you have to do is call 303952-4469 right now and when the scheduling specialist answers the phone tell her you would like your free “Knee Pain Screening.” Your screening will only take about 25-30 minutes... you will get all your questions answered and leave knowing if you have possibly found the solution to your knee pain.

But You Must Do This RIGHT NOW The specialists at Osteo Relief Institute can only accept a limited amount of new patients each month for this screening. And because of the demand, we can only guarantee you a spot if you call within the next 48 hours.

If you are suffering in pain - make the call right now so you can make your appointment today. Why not

take 20 minutes for your risk free screening to discover how you may be able to end your knee arthritis pain?

So call 303-952-4469 right now and find out if the experts at Osteo Relief Institute can help you like they have already helped thousands of others in your community.

And here’s something really important - Hyaluronic acid treatments and the P.A.C.E program are covered by most insurance and Medicare. To schedule your risk free screening, call 303-952-4469.

If You Can Answer Yes You Are Eligible For A Knee Arthritis Screening With The Experts At Osteo Relief Institute Do you have pain and osteoarthritis (arthritis) of the knee?

Have you tried other treatments such as NSAIDS and other anti-inflammatory medications without success?

Have you already tried viscosupplementation (Hyalgan, Supartz, Synvisc) without satisfactory results?

If you answered yes to any of these questions- call Osteo Relief Institute and schedule your risk free knee pain screening 303-952-4469

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VOICES Somehow you soak into a place, and that place becomes home

QUIET DESPERATION

Craig Marshall Smith

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uiz: Who said, “If you go anywhere, even paradise, you will miss your home”?

I haven’t been to paradise yet, although the Degas room at the Metropolitan Museum of Art comes close.

So does the Inverted Fountain at UCLA. So did the view from the dock that my father and I built in Central Lake, Michigan, when I was viewing it with my father.

I bought my Highlands Ranch home in 1993, when it was under construction.

By then, Packing and Moving was my middle name. I had lived in 11 houses and seven apartments.

There was some good in moving when I

was younger, because my accommodations kept improving.

But moving half a ton of long-playing albums and long-playing books is not a good time.

Neither is driving a rental truck (1975) from Goleta, California, across the desert to Mesa, Arizona, when you don’t really know how to double-shift, and it sounds like it whenever you try.

I arrived in Denver on a Thursday in 1977, had a faculty meeting on Friday, found an apartment on Saturday, moved in on Sunday, and started teaching on Monday.

I couldn’t do that now, and I don’t know how I did it then.

What’s on the horizon for Colorado’s seniors?

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first heard Jim Riesberg, a representative of the Strategic Action Planning Group on Aging, speak at a Denver Senior Coalition meeting and I was blown away by the information LIVING & he shared. I was also inAGING WELL spired to learn more.

How had I never heard of this, I asked myself. He told us how the group got started in 2015, its members appointed by Gov. John Hickenlooper after a legislative bill (House Bill 15-1033) was passed to study the positive and negative impacts of ColoKaty Carpenter rado’s aging demographics. He went on to share many different statistics regarding the aging population in Colorado, as well as the true purpose of the group.

When SAPGA first formed, their initial considerations were to determine what it means to age well, to measure how well challenges were being met in the various Colorado communities and trying to determine future adjustments based on ever changing needs. The group also realized that there is a larger purpose, to reframe how we all view aging. Instead of thinking that growing older is a negative thing for any of us, SAPGA is looking to promote moving forward with a positive light. “Aging is a gift,” says Jim, “A continual process of growth and learning, and nobody should be defined by their age.”

SAPGA also wants to find ways to help people change their habits, to maintain good health and modify behavior, therefore saving the future by creating fulfill-

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ing lifestyles — living better as we all live longer. They found many outstanding resources available throughout the regions, but they also realized there is a disconnect in collaboration and coordination between the services themselves and the people they are trying to serve. What that says to them is this: Colorado leaders must act now to ensure that Colorado continues to be a great place to live, a place that meets the needs of all its residents no matter their age, a place that allows each of us to thrive and a place that is fully connected.

I got the chance to speak with Jim on the phone and ask him some questions. He has been working in the senior field since 1992.

Jim is extremely passionate about SAPGA and promoting the bill itself. He shared with me that HB 15-1033 came about due to different groups such as AARP, Denver Regional Council of Government and the Colorado Department of Human Services discussing issues pertinent to people over 55. State Sen. Ray Scott was integral in getting the bill passed, which in turn allowed SAPGA’s formation. He explained that they are currently in the process of getting the word out about the group on radio stations, meeting with state representatives and hiring an administrator to lead the process. Eventually, they will hold town hall meetings.

SAPGA meets regularly, exploring opportunities and planning out steps the governor, state and local elected officials, business and education leaders, and all of us can take to ensure a vital quality of life for future Coloradoan’s. SAPGA has put together eight overall goals as well as a SEE AGING, P11

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A column in another paper titled “How to say good-bye to a house” started all of this.

I don’t want to say good-bye to my house.

But someday I won’t have a choice, if I can no longer climb the stairs.

The builder didn’t do us any favors.

The ground settled, and so did driveways and porches.

The cheap-o sump pump exploded. The basement flooded.

The cheap-o dishwasher exploded. The hardwood flooring was ruined.

Most of the house, except the walls and floors, has been renovated, and in 2003 I SEE SMITH, P11

Protecting rural hospitals must be a priority

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ow that congress has an opportunity to repeal and replace the antithetically named Affordable Care Act GUEST (ObamCOLUMN acare), it is critically important that lawmakers understand what provisions from that failed law need Polly Lawrence immediate attention.

For Coloradans, especially in rural parts of the state, protecting rural and community hospitals that are struggling to carry Medicare patients is a top concern.

The issue has to do with how Obamacare reduced federal reimbursements to hospitals that treat Medicare patients, reductions that are threatening medical care to millions of seniors and disabled Coloradans.

Among Obamacare’s biggest problems was the cost. To pay for it, Obamacare enacted numerous tax increases. But since you can

only tax people so much, the balance had to come from somewhere else — that somewhere else came in the form of reducing Medicare payments to hospitals. In fact, hospital payment cuts were the single largest funding source for Obamacare’s costly expansions.

These cuts came at a cost, with several smaller community and rural hospitals around the nation having to either close their doors or drastically reduce services.

Now, with Obamacare on the chopping block, these cuts need to be repealed as well.

Restoration of this funding is critical to helping rural hospitals continue to care for uninsured, lowincome, disabled and elderly citizens. As it stands, current Medicare payments cover less than 90 percent of the cost of care. This is unsustainable, especially for rural hospitals which do not have the resources or patient caseload to make up that difference.

The bottom line is that if the federal government does not restore the Medicare

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reimbursement payments, rural hospitals will be faced with either cutting back critical services or closing their doors. The impact that this would have on these communities cannot be overstated.

Rural hospitals are often the sole provider of many crucial medical services, including emergency care for entire rural regions. Having to transport patients to urban facilities risks lives, increases costs and takes emergency medical technicians miles out of their jurisdictions.

Moreover, hospitals serve as an economic hub for many rural communities, providing jobs and contributing to the local economy.

Shutting the doors of these facili-

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list of recommendations, by working through a committee structure.

These goals describe the SAPGA vision and both Jim and I encourage everyone to go take a look at www.colorado.gov/agingstrategy for more detailed information.

The website includes the work of the planning group, links to research and statistics, the committee and group members, meeting schedules and a way to sign up to receive email updates. There is much still to be done, and the more we know, the better we will all be able to participate in creating an amazing future for us all!

ties is not any different than a local mine, factory or some other vital local industry closing down.

Without a swift repeal of these Medicare cuts, Colorado hospitals stand to lose more than $3.2 billion over the next year. These are dollars that will be siphoned mostly from rural hospitals.

I was proud to stand in the Legislature and speak in favor of a resolution recognizing the importance of Colorado’s rural hospitals.

Congress should follow our lead and work to protect rural hospitals by repealing the failed, expensive mess that is Obamacare — and simultaneously repealing the Medicare payment cuts that its crafters had hoped would pay for it.

State Rep. Polly Lawrence, R-Roxborough Park, represents House District 39, which includes Larkspur, Franktown, Roxborough Park and Teller County.

Katy Carpenter is a district manager for Home Helpers Home Care. She can be reached at KatyC@homehelpershomecare.com. Jim Riesberg is the chair for Strategic Action Planning Group on Aging (SAPGA) and a former state representative.

Please join the Seniors Council of Douglas County on May 4, 2017 at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch, CO 80126. Networking begins at 8:45 a.m., followed by the monthly meeting from 9-11 a.m. The May topic is an overview of the Colorado Strategic Action Planning Group on Aging. There will also be an opportunity to speak out about senior needs in Douglas County during the Community Conversation portion of the meeting. Questions? Please email dcseniorlife@douglas.co.us.

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added a room.

I swapped all of the broomstick trees with real trees, added yard sculptures, and made it look fine on the outside. I have done the same thing on the inside.

Paintings are all over the place, stacked and leaning. It looks like a storeroom. It’s unconventional, agreeable, and suitable for the likes of me.

If the walls could talk.

There have been girlfriends and drunks and dogs and disagreements and quarrels and “The best part of breaking up is when you’re making up,” and hearing songs for the first time that still get to me, and mischief, and answering the phone when my sister called.

She was kneeling next to my

father in a hospital room in Rochester, Michigan.

A sheet had just been placed over my father’s head.

Things like that.

The house just stands here and takes it all, and it’s always there the next day, after sour times, and sour inaugurations. It’s a good friend.

It’s not Architectural Digest by the ocean. It’s a tract house with some kind of composite sideboards and no pillars or gables.

I couldn’t wait to get out of that apartment in Goleta, or that Tuff Shed house in Aurora (1980-93).

The quote about paradise was one of Malala Yousafzai’s. She is only 19, but very wise.

This is home, finally, after all of those other addresses. That’s what they were: addresses.

Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net.

OBITUARIES FRALEY

William Eugene Fraley 6/6/1942 - 3/7/2017

Bill passed away peacefully at his home. He leaves behind his wife of 50 years, Maylois Fraley, his daughter Lynette (Richard) Rogers, HUNDLEY

two granddaughters, Alyssa & Hailey. Services were held Monday, March 13 and laid to rest at Elbert Cemetery.

Harold D. Hundley

Feb. 2, 1930 – Mar. 21, 2017

87, formerly of Elizabeth, CO, passed away March 21, 2017 in Tucson, AZ. Brother of Robert (Jackie), Sandra, Debra (Bill), Michael. Graveside Service to be held at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, April

3, 2017 at Elizabeth Cemetery. See ponderosavalleyfunerals.com

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Denver Auto Show roars into downtown More than 500 new vehicles will be on display for car buffs

The ever-popular Camp Jeep returns to the Denver Auto Show to allow show attendees the experience of extreme off-roading on the show floor.

Professional drivers will roll Jeep models over rocks, climb hills and clear obstacles that demonstrate the vehicles’ abilities in traction, ground clearance, maneuverability and articulation.COURTESY PHOTO

BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

“You’re welcome to sit in cars, pop the hoods, inspect the trunk and kick the tires,” said Tim Jackson, president and CEO of the Colorado Automobile Dealers.

At the Denver Auto Show, through 6 p.m. on April 9, you can admire — in some cases, drive — and certainly dream at the Colorado Convention Center. More than 500 new vehicles of all kinds will be on display, including the popular Camp Jeep, which will be demonstrated on a rough course by professional drivers.

Drive new models in downtown

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Denver. Test-drive vehicles are provided by Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Ford, Mazda, Ram and Toyota (during daylight hours only).

Three dozen exhibiting manufacturers will be featured, as well as

examples of the world’s most expensive vehicles: Aston Martin, Bentley, Lamborghini and Maserati.

Another sort of dream car: NASCAR race cars will also be displayed, including Furniture Row Racing’s

IF YOU GO

THE DENVER AUTO SHOW runs through E April 9 at the Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St., Denver. Hours: April 6: noon to 10 p.m.; April 7: noon to 10 p.m.; April 8: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; April 9: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (box office closes an hour before closing time). Admission: adults, $12, children 6 to 12: $6 (under 6 free.) April 6, Senior Day over 65, $6 (ID required). Information: DenverAutoShow.com, 800-251-1563.

L Martin Truex Jr.’s # 78, winner of the Sprint Cup Series 400 at Chicagoland Speedway last September.

A marketplace for accessories offers custom wheels and rims, vehicle wraps, audio and video systems and more …

April 7, is Hispanic Entertainment Day and from 4 to 8 p.m., attendees can celebrate Hispanic culture, take a salsa lesson, and enjoy live music S with Telemundo at the auto show stage.

World War I history to be saluted in Castle Rock

he Castle Rock History Museum, 420 Elbert St., will open an exhibit commemorating the 100th anniversary of the U.S. entry into World War I from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 8. On display: artifacts and information about Douglas County’s contribution to the war effort. Included: SONYA’S officer and enlisted SAMPLER uniforms; British, German and American artifacts; headlines from the news; and more. Reenactors will be on the grounds as well.

Light refreshments.

Also, on April 13 at 7 p.m., Dr. Jack Ballard will speak at Sonya Ellingboe the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 Wilcox St., about Fort Logan’s history. Information: 303-814-3164, castlerockhistoricalsociety.org.

Getting artsy in Englewood Englewood Arts Presents will stage a concert at 2 p.m. on April 22 will, including:* Ravel Sonata for Violin and Cello (Yi Zhao, violin and Alice Yoo, cello); Ravel Duo for piano and violin (Ben Odhner, violin and Hsaio Ling, piano); Schubert Quintet “Trout” (Yi Zhao, violin; Hannah Nicholas, viola; Alice Yoo, cello; Nick Recuber, bass; Hsiao Ling, piano).

The concert will be held in Hampden Hall in the Englewod Civic Center, 1000 Englewood Parkway. Tickets: ($20/adults, $15/seniors, free under 18) available at the door, one hour prior to the concert. 303-806-8196, englewoodarts.org.

Author! Author!

Lisa Scottoline will appear for Douglas County Libraries at 7 p.m.

April 13 at CU Denver South (formerly the Wildlife Experience). She will talk about her latest thriller, “A Perfect Lie,” and sign copies for readers. $30 includes a copy of the

new book and light refreshments.

Seniors to learn of resources Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial, will host a Resource Fair for Seniors on April 14. From 9 to 10 a.m. a panel of experts will talk about how to live independently as you age. From 10 a.m. to noon, representatives of participating organizations will have information about options, in lifestyle and caregiving.

Register for the panel: 303-542-7279 or arapahoelibraries.org/events.

Teddy Roosevelt Historian and author Mark Lee Gardner will speak about Teddy Roosevelt, the Rough Riders and the Battle of San Juan Hill at 7 p.m. April 11 at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Copies of his book, “Rough Riders,” will be available for sale and signing. 303-795-3961.

Vikings Now open at the Denver Museum

of Nature & Science: “Vikings: Beyond the Legend.” 303-370-6000, dmns.org. `Last Chapters’ Libby and Patty Bortz have announced additional dates for their mother-daughter program on aging: “Last Chapters.” See them on April 26, 9:30-11 a.m., Certified Senior Advisor Leadership Group, 790 S. Colorado Blvd. #750, in north tower.

Immune system “Energize your Immune System, Naturally!” is Dr. Susan Levy’s topic at 6:30 p.m. on April 12 at the Englewood Library, 1000 Englewood Parkway. She will talk about the complex components of the immune system and daily maintenance, education, self-testing, natural diet changes, detoxification and alternative therapies. She holds a Doctor of Chiropractic license and is a holistic practitioner.

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THINGS TO DO Elizabeth Library Book Sale: gently used books for children and adults for sale in the book sale room at the Elizabeth Library. Stocked by Friends of the Elizabeth Library. All donations from book sales benefit the Elizabeth Library.

or items to be placed in the swag bags.

Go to http://business.elizabethchamber. org/events/details/banquet-casinonighteacoc-2nd-annual-2847 for tickets and information. Contact the chamber at 303-646-4287.

Elizabeth Arts Survey: Community and civic leaders are exploring the potential for new, affordable art space to be built in Elizabeth. Everyone involved in the arts, cultural and creative communities is asked to take the Elizabeth Arts Survey.

The survey closes April 10. Go to www. elizabethartsurvey.org.

[PHOTO] Zonta Douglas County Trivia Night: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, April 8, at Kirk Hall, Douglas County Fairgrounds, Castle Rock. Teams of six adults compete in eight rounds of trivia for cash prizes.

Dessert bar, snacks, beverages, door prizes, and opportunities to win silent and live auction items included with team registration. Registration open through March 25. Go to www.zontadouglascounty.org. Call Sue Nissen at 303-202-2452.

Lenten Fish Fry: 4-6:30 p.m. Fridays in Lent except Good Friday (through April 7) at Ave Maria Catholic Church, Parker.

Knights of Columbus serve fried fish, baked fish or nuggets, along with cole slaw, fried or baked potato, mac and cheese, and dinner rolls. Iced tea, lemonade and coffee are free. Take out and drive through are available.

Spring Egg Hunt: 10 a.m. Saturday, April 8, at Fawn Valley Park in Kiowa. Presented by the Elbert County Coalition for Outreach, the Town of Kiowa and the Kiowa Merchants Association. Bring a basket to fill eggs.

Banquet, Casino Night: 6-10 p.m.

Saturday, April 8, at the Elbert County Fairgrounds. Enjoy casino game tables, a catered dinner, DJ, dancing and a cash bar.

Cost includes dinner and $500 in chips.

Cash in your chips at the end of the night for raffle tickets. Contact Wendy Walp at 303-243-1308 if you have donations

Free Legal Clinic: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, at the Elizabeth Public Library, 651 W. Beverly St., Elizabeth. Clinics are for parties who have no attorney. Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, fill out forms and explain the process and procedure for all areas of civil litigation.

Walk-ins welcome. 2017 dates are May 9, June 13, July 11, Aug. 8, Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14 and Dec. 12. First come, first served.

Water Supply Study Workshop: 6:308 p.m. Thursday, April 13, at the Elbert County Fairgrounds, 95 Ute Ave., Kiowa, in the exhibit building. This is the second of three workshops about future projected water needs, conceptual water supply options and project alternatives. Free and open to the public.

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Scarlet is a kea (pronounced KEE-yah), which is a species of alpine parrot found in New Zealand. She is the result of a breeding program at Denver Zoo, and the zoo’s first-ever successful hatching of a kea.

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Denver Zoo welcomes a rare bird STAFF REPORT

Denver Zoo, coordinating with zoos across the country, has successfully bred a rare species of bird, the kea.

Denver zookeepers are hand-raising the hatchling, Scarlet, at the zoo’s avian propagation center and she is expected to make a public debut soon.

The kea (pronounced KEE-yah) can be found in the mountains of New Zealand and are one of the few alpine species of parrot in the world. In North America, 38 keas live in 11 zoos, and

the breeding of the birds is coordinated through a species survival plan.

Scarlet’s mother came from a zoo in Seattle and her father came from a zoo in Philadelphia. Scarlet is the first-ever successful hatching of the species for Denver Zoo, and zookeepers intend to place her back with her parents when she is older, according to a news release.

The species is thought to be in decline, the release stated, with an estimated world population between 3,000 and 5,000.

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Easter Egg Hunt: noon Sunday, April 16 at 24310 Main St., Elbert. Presented by the Elbert Fire Protection District, the Friends of Elbert Library and Elbert Creekside 4-H. Crafts, games, refreshments, face painting and an appearance from the Easter Bunny.

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Walmart Blood Drive: 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. April 19 inside the Bloodmobile at 2100 Legacy Circle, Elizabeth. Contact the Bonfils Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or bonfils.org.

Kiowa Street Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 24. Unique shopping, free entertainment,

music, food and more. The Cowboy Up Rodeo and dance is in town, too. Sign up to be a vendor, or reserve a spot to show off your vehicle. Contact Michelle or Karen at 303-621-2366.

Outback Express: public transit service provided by the East Central Council of Local Governments. To ensure a seat is available, 24-hour notice appreciated. Call Kay Campbell, 719- 541-4275, or 800-825-0208 for reservations. Go to http://outbackexpress. tripod.com.

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Ballet company joins with band to examine nation’s divisions Wonderbound, Flobots stage shows in three area venues

BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

“Divisions,” is a new production

by Wonderbound contemporary ballet company and nationally known hip-hop band the Flobots — both involved in community activism through the arts. It will play in three metro Denver venues between April 14 and 30.

Choreographer Garrett Ammons and his wife, Dawn Fay, began with the company in Denver in 2007, then called Ballet Nouveau, now called Wonderbound. They have made a practice of collaborating with other artists.

“With our country more divided than ever, it’s important to come together through art,” Wonderbound says. “This production is inspired by how art has impacted great revolutions in history and costuming will be based on clothing worn by revolutionaries through time.”

Ammons, known for his ability to work with other artistic groups, including Paper Bird, poet Michael J.

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“Our job is all the more important as social conflict increases,” said Ammons.

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Cycling across countries for a cause Tim Blackstone raises multiple sclerosis awareness through trips

BY JESSICA GIBBS JGIBBS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

When Tim Blackstone celebrates his 53rd birthday on Aug. 16, he’ll be on a bicycle somewhere between Perth and Sydney, Australia.

The Monument man, previously a Castle Rock resident, has already completed cross-country cycling trips in the United States and the United Kingdom. Australia is his next stop. He’ll bike the 2,498 miles in 42 days to raise money and awareness for multiple sclerosis, the same cause for which he biked his previous trips. This trip begins July 9 and ends Aug. 19.

But that’s just the beginning.

Blackstone hopes to take his bike through more of Europe, Asia and possibly Africa or the Middle East, he said. He’ll keep going until there’s a cure or at least progress in research.

His journey began in 2011. Blackstone, weighing 346 pounds, started cycling to lose weight. He hoped to help his son fulfill a dream of hiking every Colorado fourteener.

He woke up at 4 a.m to ride before work, and cycled another four hours in the evenings.

“I did that for almost two years straight,” Blackstone said.

Tim Blackstone will bike across Australia this summer to raise awareness and money for multiple sclerosis research.

COURTESY PHOTO In the process, he ruined one bike but shredded 200 pounds.

And, he’s since climbed 19 of those mountains with plans to summit three more this summer.

The weight loss was going well for Blackstone until it revealed a tumor that, because of his weight, grew in his leg unnoticed.

While in a hospital waiting room, he met a young mother. The two began talking and he explained his mission to slim down through cycling and

climb mountains with his son.

She said she’d once done all those activities, too.

“Like an idiot, I kind of stuck my foot in my mouth and said, `Well, you shouldn’t give up,’ ” Blackstone said.

She then revealed she suffered from multiple sclerosis. Simply walking had become a struggle.

“Then I realized,” Blackstone said, “on the other side of the room, she had a walker.”

Test results for his tumor deter-

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Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays to Saturdays, with a discussion after each performance. Tickets: $25/$22, andtototoo.org, 720-583-3975.

mined it was benign. From that point on, he stopped biking for himself and began biking for those living with multiple sclerosis.

In 2014, he joined the nonprofit Bike the US for MS. Leaving from Virginia and ending in California, he biked 3,785 miles and raised $4,248 for research. In 2015, he biked 1,084 miles from Scotland to Land’s End, England, which raised $2,836.

“Tim has been unique in that he is so excited to hop over to other countries,” said Cassie Wertz, executive director of Bike the US for MS. She said Blackstone’s passion for the cause is admirable.

“We’re excited to have him keep coming back,” she said.

Blackstone’s “best bicycling bud,” Chris Huffman, a friend he met on his trip across the U.S., said Blackstone is always looking to make things better for others.

“Just a phenomenal guy,” Huffman said. “I don’t think you’ll meet a better person in your lifetime. Just a giving person.”

So far, Blackstone has raised $640 of his $2,000 goal needed to embark on his Australia trip. Those who’d like to help him reach that goal can find him May 5 and 6 on a stationary bike outside King Soopers in Monument, 1070 Baptist Road.

He’ll ride the bike for 24 hours straight as a fundraiser.

Blackstone will also dedicate each day of riding in Australia to someone with multiple sclerosis.

CURTAIN TIME Legend “Evita” by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice plays April 13 to 29 at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. The story about Argentina’s Eva Peron is directed by Gina Rattan, with choreography by Sarah O’Gleby and musical direction by Max Mannon. Tickets: lonetreeartscenter.org, 720-509-1000.

Search “The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow” by Rolin Jones plays through May 21 at Vintage Theatre, 1468 Dayton

Conversation piece “The Gun Show” by E.M. Lewis plays April 13-29 at the Commons on Champa in the Studio at 1245 Champa St., Denver Performing Arts Complex.

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Class differences “Baby Dance” by Jane Anderson plays through April 23, presented by Cherry Creek Theatre, in its new home at the Mizel Arts and Culture Center, 350 S. Dahlia. St., Denver. Gavin Mayer directs a story of widely divergent prospective parents. Performances: 8 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays; 2 p.m.

Sundays, 7 p.m. Sundays April 16 and 23. Tickets: cherrycreektheater.org, 303-800-6578.

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Alzheimer’s Association, Colorado Chapter Provides care and support to 67,000-plus families dealing with all kinds of dementing illnesses.

Need: Walk to End Alzheimer’s committee members.

Requirements: Individuals who love to help plan and execute. Our Walk to End Alzheimer’s attracts more than 10,000 people, so planning committee members are essential.

Contact: Deb Wells, 303-813-1669 or dwells@alz.org.

Angel Heart Project Delivers meals to men, women and children with life-threatening illnesses Need: Volunteers willing to deliver meals to clients in the South Denver area.

Requirements: Attend an orientation and submit to a background check before volunteering. Training provided to all new drivers.

Deliveries start at 1 p.m. and last until 3 p.m.

Contact: 303-830-0202 or volunteer@ projectangelheart.org.

Animal Rescue of the Rockies Provides foster care for death-row shelter dogs and cats throughout Colorado Need: Foster families for animals on lists to be euthanized Contact: www.animalrescueoftherockies. org.

ASSE International Student Exchange Program Organizes student exchange programs Need: Local host families to provide homes for boys and girls age 15-18 from

a variety of coutries.

Contact: Cathy Hintz, 406-488-8325 or 800-733-2773 Audubon Society of Greater Denver Provides engaging and educational birding and wildlife programs at the Audubon Nature Center at Chatfield State Park and throughout the Denver metro area.

Need: Volunteers lead birding field trips and assist with nature programs, office projects, fundraising and community events.

Location: Chatfield State Park and offsite locations around Denver.

Age requirement: 18 years or older for yearround volunteers; 13-17 for summer camp programs.

Contact: Kate Hogan at communityoutreach@denveraudubon.org or 303-9739530.

AYUSA: International Youth Exchange Program Promotes quality exchange programs for high school students from around the world.

Need: Host families for international high school students ages 15-18 studying in the Denver area.

Requirements: To provide students with a safe home, meals and transportation for 5-10 months. All family types are considered. Must fill out onlilne application and pass background check.

Contact: Adrienne Bivens, 720-467-6430 or abivens@ayusa.org. Go to www.ayusa.org.

Castle Rock Senior Activity Center Provides services to local seniors Need: Volunteer drivers to take seniors to appointments, the grocery store, pharmacies and more.

Contact: Steph Schroeder, 303-688-9498 Children’s Hospital Colorado South Campus, Highlands Ranch Contact: 720-777-6887 Colorado Humane Society Handles animal abuse and neglect cases Need: Volunteers to care for pregnant cats, dogs and their litters, as well as homes for cats and dogs that require socializing or that are recovering from surgery or injuries.

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18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office Domestic Violence Program Provides information and support to crime victims Need: Victim Adocates interact with and support victims of domestic violence. They also provide resource referrals and explain processes to victims.

Requirements: 20 hours of training required; volunteers must commit to one morning a week at the Justice Center in Castle Rock.

Contact: Mel Secrease, 720-733-4552 or msecrease@da.18.state.co.us.

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Colorado Refugee English as a Second Language Program Teaches English to recently arrived refugees, who have fled war or persecution in their home country. In Colorado, refugees are from Afghanistan, Burma, Bhutan, Somalia, Iraq, Eritrea and D.R. Congo, among others.

Need: Volunteers to teach English. Tutoring takes place in the student’s home. Refugees live throughout Denver, but the largest concentrations are in Thornton, near 88th Avenue and Washington Street, and in east Denver/Aurora, near Colfax Avenue and Yosemite Street.

Other details: Tutors do not need to speak the student’s language. Most participants are homebound women and small children, adults who are disabled, and senior citizens. Many are not literate in their first language, and remain isolated from American culture.

Requirements: Volunteers must attend training at Emily Griffith Technical College in downtown Denver. Sessions take place every 6-8 weeks. Go to www.refugee-esl.org for information and volunteer application. Next training session is Saturday, July 30.

Contact: Sharon McCreary, 720-423-4843 or sharon.mccreary@emilygriffith.edu.

Court Appointed Special Advocates Works with abused and neglected children in Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties Need: Advocates for children, to get to know, speak up for and ensure their best interests in court Contact: 303-695-1882 or www.adv4children. org.

preparation Need: Volunteers to join the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program Requirements: Volunteers are needed from Jan. 28 to April 17. No accounting background necessary; DABC trains all volunteers through an IRS-approved certification. Volunteers can choose their schedule and time commitment.

Contact: Marissa Stanger, volunteer coordinator, at 303-388-7030 or marissa@denverabc. org; go to www.denverabc.org.

Douglas/Elbert Task Force Provides assistance to people in Douglas and Elbert counties who are in serious economic need, at risk of homelessness or in similar crisis.

Need: Volunteers to assist in the food bank, client services and the thrift store Treasures on Park Street.

Contact: Marion Dahlem, 303-688-1114, ext. 32 Dumb Friends League Harmony Equine Center Cares for homeless horses and other equines.

Need: Volunteers to work with horses and other opportunities.

Requirements: Must be 16 years old, pass a background check, and be able to commit to at least three hours a week for three months.

Contact: 303-751-5772.

Other information: A volunteer open house is from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, July 21, at the center in Franktown. During the two-hour orientation, prospective volunteers will get an overview of the services provided, learn about the volunteer opportunities, take a tour of the center, and talk with staff and volunteers. In addition, the $25 volunteer application fee will be waived for anyone who applies to be a volunteer during the open house. Volunteers must be 16 years old, pass a background check and be able to commit to at least three hours a week for three months. RSVP at www.ddfl.org.

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Professional Free Legal Clinic: 2-3:30 p.m. the first Monday of each month at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock.

Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms and explain the process and procedures for all areas of civil litigation.

Walk-ins welcome; everyone seated firstcome, first-served. Call 303-791-7323.

Recreation Bicycle Douglas County is a bicycle advocacy group working to promote safe and fun cycling in Douglas County through education, awareness and collaboration. Our vision is Douglas County will become one of the safest places to ride a bicycle for transportation and recreation. We utilize monthly e-news to share information about planning efforts, improvements, and opportunities for volunteers. Contact Judy at 303-470-8431 or info@bicycledouglascounty.org. Visit www. bicycledouglascounty.org.

Backgammon Club meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of the month at Forever Yours Studio, 504 N. Perry, Castle Rock.

Call Terry Johnson at 303-814-0140.

Camping Singles is a group of Colorado single adults who enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, swimming, biking, sightseeing, photography, the camaraderie of others, and starry nights around the camp fire. We usually camp in designated forest service or state park campgrounds within 2 to 5 hours of Denver. We welcome all single adults.

Our membership ranges from the 40s to 60-plus. We usually meet at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month. For specific meeting information, contact campingsingles@ gmail.com Castle Rock Bridge Club plays a friendly, ACBL-sanctioned duplicate game at 1 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday at Plum Creek Golf Club, 331 Players Club Drive, Castle Rock. For assistance in finding a bridge partner, call Georgiana Butler at 303-810-

8504. Go to www.castlerockbridge.com.

Castle Rock Local History Museum is open from noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays.

Located at 420 Elbert St. Call 303-814-3164 or e-mail crmuseum@comcast.net and visit www.castlerockmuseum.org Castle Rock Historical Society presents a historical presentation on the second Thursday of each month at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock.

Refreshments are served at 6:30 p.m. and the presentation is at 7 p.m. Visit castlerockhistoricalsociety.org

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The album includes the voices of a gospel choir and intends to give listeners a sense of hope. “We hope `Divisions’ is a thoughtful and compelling look into the soul of a nation stirring with unresolved questions — What are we mobilizing for? Who are we mobilizing against? Why are we scared of each other? As more and more people take to the streets, these questions are more vital now

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Castle Rock Orchestra is a fun, stress-free community orchestra open to all adults. Rehearsals are Sundays from 2-4 p.m. at First United Methodist Church of Castle Rock, 1200 South St. Visit castlerockorchestra.org or call 303-408-0980. Requesting more string players.

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Castle Rock Quilt Club meets from 6:308:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month at New Hope Presbyterian Church, Castle Rock. A meet and greet social begins at 6 p.m. All persons interested in quilting are encouraged to attend. Visit www.crqc.org for information.

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Castle Pines Table Tennis Club is a group of men playing competitive table tennis in a member’s basement. We play every two weeks on a weekday evening for two hours and typically play doubles so more members can participate. Very informal, no dues. If interested, contact Joe at crsooner@comcast.net.

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The socially active band started Youth on Record, which, with help from working musicians, trains at-risk students to develop career skills while staying in school. They work from a new studio located in the Mariposa community in Denver, with support from the Boettcher Foundation.

Performances will be at the Performing Arts Complex at Pinnacle Charter School in north Denver, at Parker’s PACE and at the Newman Center for the Performing Arts, between April 14 and 30.

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