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RODEO ROYALTY A look at what drives the Stampede queen and attendant P2 Sebastian, a 7 1/2-year old bloodhound, kisses a Girl Scout Brownie during a dog show event. COURTESY PHOTO

Sebastian the bloodhound is empathetic envoy Retired show dog brings joy to seniors, helps in other ways BY JODI HORNER SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

Sebastian walks gently through the room of a resident at an Elbert County senior home as someone

reaches out an arm to touch his lanky body. Several people edge closer toward him as his nose takes in the scents throughout the room. Twice a month, Sebastian serves as a Dog Joy ambassador, and with his owner, Marlene Groves, they visit several senior homes where the residents can pet him and reflect on some of their past pets. “He has regulars who expect their 10 minutes of time with him where they knead his surplus skin

or touch his velvety ears,” said Groves, a retired business consultant and “bloodhound and purebred dog enthusiast.” “I enjoy the sport of dog showing, but I have an even greater passion for educating others on purebred dogs,” Groves said. She and her husband, David, began breeding bloodhounds after learning more about the breed. SEE BLOODHOUND, P9

TAKING HOME SILVER Elizabeth girls track team captures second at state meet P13

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‘Human beings don’t come with the words ‘conscientious’ and ‘considerate.’ Those words have to be learned, and sometimes they never are.’ Craig Marshall Smith, columnist | Page 8 INSIDE

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Stampede royalty to grace rodeo in Elizabeth Two young women chosen as queen, attendant BY JODI HORNER SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

For Tara Hiatt and Cassidy Esposito, competing for their titles for the queen and attendant of the Elizabeth Stampede Rodeo was a labor of love. Each has a full resume of rodeo experience and a passion for the people involved with the Elizabeth Stampede, which is June 1-4. Tara Hiatt — Rodeo Queen Rodeo queen Tara Hiatt has felt the allure of the rodeo her entire life. “I’ve always been into horses. Even when I was really little, my parents could tell I was going to be into them,” said Hiatt, a Kiowa resident. She started riding when she was 5 and grew up attending the Stampede each year. “I’ve looked forward to it every single year,” she said. “My parents went before me and then when I was born they started bringing me.” Hiatt was on the Blazing Saddles drill team for four years. She also competed in gymkhana, which includes the speed pattern events of barrel racing, flags, pole bending and keyhole. As a senior in high school — she graduated from Kiowa High School last week — she knew she wanted to be the face of the rodeo so dear to her heart. “I competed because of how much I love this rodeo, that’s the only reason,” Hiatt said. “I’m not in it for the title, I’m in it because I love it so much.” Cassidy Esposito — Rodeo Attendant Determination and commitment might be two words to describe Cassidy Esposito, the 16-year-old who won the title of Elizabeth Stampede Rodeo’s attendant. Although this was her first attempt at becoming Stampede royalty, Esposito had competed to be part of the Douglas County Fair and Rodeo royalty for three years before she won the title of Douglas County Fair

Tara Hiatt delivers her speech during the competition for Elizabeth Stampede royalty. PHOTOS BY PRESTON SCHROEDER PHOTOGRAPHY

and Rodeo princess. Esposito, who lives in Parker, starting riding horses when she was eight. “When my mom and dad moved out to Colorado they bought horses, and they’ve always had a small property,” she said. “They’ve always been right in my back yard. I learned from the beginning to take care of and love them.” Because she is the attendant this year, Esposito can compete again next year for the top crown. “Hopefully I’ll be able to pull it off,” she said. “It takes a lot of being classy and being humble. Once you’ve won a title, there’s still a lot of growth to do.” Beyond a beauty contest Hiatt and Esposito competed for a place in the Elizabeth Stampede royalty last September. They were assessed by three judges on public speaking, interview, rodeo knowledge — they had to take a written

Hiatt tells her horse, a quarter horse named Spirit, to “rear,” one of many tricks she has taught the animal.

test — and grace. “The majority of it is the knowledge part. As long as you’re able to articulate your knowledge, it’s easy,” Esposito said. Hiatt prepared at home by “practicing modeling around then house. My mom would interview me, ask certain questions to see how I answered them,” she said. The height of their reign began with the Elizabeth Stampede Community Rodeo and continues through the summer as they represent the Elizabeth Stampede at rodeos and events throughout Colorado and Wyoming. Their reign ends Dec. 31. Both await the weekend of the rodeo with high anticipation. “I’m looking forward to the people,” Esposito said. “The amount of volunteers and the passion they have. There is so much time and commitment involved.” Hiatt described the part of the weekend she is most excited about in one word: “everything.”

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Special Business Meeting to hear Justice Center Fund revenue proposal On Tuesday, June 13 at 5 p.m. the Board of Douglas County Commissioners will hold a Special Business Meeting, the purpose of which is to hear public input on a recommendation that would ask voters to consider an amendment to the Justice Center Sales Tax Fund. The meeting will be held in the Commissioners’ first floor Hearing Room located at 100 Third Street, Castle Rock. For additional information please visit douglas.co.us and Search for Meetings and Agendas or call 303-660-7401.

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Arts Twenty-five Colorado-based artists have been chosen to participate in the 2017 “Capturing the Beauty of Open Land” plein air painting event, presented by Douglas Land Conservancy. Free and open to the public, the fourth annual exhibit takes place Saturday, June 24 and Sunday, June 25 at the White Pavilion in downtown Castle Rock. More information: douglaslandconservancy. org/upcoming-events/plein-air/. Artists include Karen Button and Pam Hostetler, of Franktown; Harold Deist, of Parker; Patty Dwyer, Tracy Haines and Janeice Linden, of Littleton; Sue Fraley, of Castle Pines; Buffalo Kaplinski, of Elizabeth; Cliff Austin, of Aurora; Deborah Bartos, Rita Dickerson, Cynthia Hillis McBride and Terri Sanchez, of Colorado Springs. Education Makenna R. Berlinski, of Elizabeth, was named to the fall 2016 dean’s list at the University of Wyoming. Jessica Brown, of Elizabeth, was

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named to the fall 2016 dean’s list at the University of Wyoming. Josephine Cox, of Elizabeth, was named to the fall 2016 dean’s list at the University of Wyoming. Anna Marie Fleiner, of Elizabeth, was named to the fall 2016 dean’s list at the University of Wyoming. Anthony Goetz, of Elizabeth, was named to the fall 2016 dean’s list at Midland University. Anne Henselman, of Elbert, graduated in May 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Kansas. Ellen Claire Hughes, of Elizabeth, was named to the fall 2016 dean’s list at the University of Wyoming. George Donald Sciss, of Elbert, was named to the fall 2016 dean’s list at the University of Wyoming. Garrett C. Stanfill, of Kiowa, was named to the fall 2016 dean’s list at the University of Wyoming. Landon G. Willson, of Elizabeth, was named to the fall 2016 dean’s list at the University of Wyoming.

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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. Elizabeth Farmers Market: open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through September at 165 Main St., Elizabeth. No market on June 3 and Aug. 19. Market includes vendors selling produce and other mer-

cantile items. Go to www.townofelizabeth.org/farmer-smarket.html. Elizabeth Stampede: Thursday, June 1 to Sunday, June 4, at Casey Jones Park, 4189 Highway 86, Elizabeth. Check out the best cowboys and cowgirls in a 10-state radius. For details, go to http://elizabethstampede.com/ Free Legal Clinic: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 13 at the Elizabeth Public Library, 651

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Spring Tea: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 17 at the American Legion Hall, 228 S. Banner St., Elizabeth. Cost of $12 includes finger sandwiches, scones, desserts and tea. Hats encouraged but not required. This is a fundraiser to benefit the Elizabeth Library, sponsored by the Friends of the Elizabeth Library. Tickets are available at the library, from any Friends member, or by calling or texting Lyn at 303-319-9794. Kiowa Street Fair: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, 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.

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Lessons and Lemonade: 9:30-11 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. select Saturdays at Hobby Lobby, Colorado 83 and Mainstreet, Parker. Presented by the Parker Artists Guild. For children in grades 4-8. Class schedule: Saturday, May 13, Polymer Clay; Saturday, June 24, Intuitive Painting with Acrylics. Registration required; call 720-542-8187.

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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 July 11, Aug. 8, Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14 and Dec. 12. First come, first served.

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Elbert County Community Cares Day: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 8 at the Elbert County Fairgrounds. Volunteers will distribute backpacks filled with school supplies to all children who participate in the free or reduced lunch program in the Elbert County Schools. Local agencies and organizations who serve Elbert County residents also will hand out information and answer your questions. Contact Pam Witucki, 303-621-2599. 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. June schedule: Monday, June 5: Simla and Matheson to Colorado Springs; Tuesday, June 6: Kiowa, Elizabeth and Elbert to Parker or Colorado Springs; Thursday, June 8: Good Samaritan Nursing Home residents only; Tuesday, June 13: Elizabeth to Colorado Springs or Parker; Monday, June 19: Simla and Matheson to Colorado Springs; Tuesday, June 20: Kiowa, Elizabeth and Elbert to Parker or Colorado Springs; and Thursday, June 22: Simla and Matheson to Limon.

Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia. com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.

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7June 1, 2017

Two private funds will help veterans recover BY DAN ELLIOTT ASSOCIATED PRESS

Two civilian initiatives are coming to Colorado to help veterans and their families deal with traumatic brain injuries, post-traumatic stress and other problems, the University of Colorado said. The recently announced five-year, $38 million gift from the Marcus Foundation will create the Marcus Institute for Brain Health at the university’s Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, helping veterans manage the lingering effects of service-related concussions. The foundation, based in Atlanta, was established by Bernard Marcus, co-founder of Home Depot. The university also announced it will work with the Cohen Veterans Network to establish a mental health clinic for Denver-area veterans and their families.

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Send volunteer opportunities to hharden@ coloradocommunitymedia.com. 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. 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 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.

The Cohen Network committed $9.8 million over three years for the clinic. The network was started by hedge fund manager Steven A. Cohen. Both programs are separate from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, which is building a $1.7 billion medical center less than a mile from the Anschutz Medical Campus in the Denver suburb of Aurora. A PTSD treatment center was part of the original plan for the VA hospital but it was cut from the first phase because the overall project ran far over budget. Officials of the new civilian programs said they will complement VA services and fill some gaps. Both will offer care to veterans who are ineligible for VA services because they received otherthan-honorable discharges. The Marcus Institute will treat up to 400 veterans a year using traditional and alternative medicine, said Dr.

therapists when it reaches full strength next year. It will use existing facilities at the Anschutz campus. The Marcus Foundation hopes the institute will be a model for similar programs elsewhere. The Cohen Military Family Clinic will be one of 25 around the nation. It will provide free or low-cost mental health care to veterans and their families and will be located about 2 1/2 miles from the Anschutz campus. It will offer treatment for posttraumatic stress, depression, anxiety, marital problems, children’s behavioral health and related issues, said Anthony Hassan, president and CEO of the Cohen Veterans Network. It will focus on post-9/11 veterans but others will be considered if services are available. Hassan said treating all veterans regardless of their discharge status is part of the Cohen Network’s mission.

RidgeGate June and July 2017

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

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

Saturday, June 3, 9:30-11am — Animal Identification Hike Saturday, June 17, 6:30-8pm — Urban Coyotes Hike Wednesday, June 21, 7-8:30pm — Celebrating the Solstice Hike Friday, July 7, 6:30-8pm — Full Moon Hike Saturday, July 15, 8:30-10am — Monarchs and Milkweed Hike Saturday, July 22, 8-9:30am — Botany for Birdwatchers

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Enjoy these summertime concerts out on the grass with free live music, food trucks and activities. It’s all happening in Prairie Sky Park, just west of the Lone Tree Recreation Center in RidgeGate, courtesy of the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District. Bring your picnic or grab something to eat at a food truck and enjoy the summer sounds.

Thursday, June 15, 5-8pm — Soul Sacrifice: A Tribute to Santana Thursday, July 20, 5-8pm — Skean Dubh: Celtic Folk-Rock

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

Friday, June 9th — The Rascal Martinez Band Friday, June 23rd — The Wendy Woo Band Saturday, July 8th — The HillBenders Friday, July 21st — After Midnight

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James Kelly, executive director of the institute. “The idea would be to blend very advanced, very high-tech medical care with complementary and alternative medical methods such as acupuncture and breathing techniques and relaxation and therapeutic massage, a whole variety of things that we’ve found useful,” he said. Kelly, a neurologist, led the Defense Department’s National Intrepid Center of Excellence at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for seven years. The center treats active-duty servicemen and women with traumatic brain injuries and psychological health conditions. Veterans will not be charged anything for participating, even if they do not have insurance, Kelly said. The institute will have about 30 doctors, psychologists and physical

Among RidgeGate’s cultural facilities is the 38-acre historic Schweiger Ranch, located just east of the RidgeGate Parkway and I-25 interchange. The historic restoration of the ranch and its buildings, led by the nonprofit Schweiger Ranch Foundation, gives us an important glimpse into the settlers’ lives in the late 1800s. Today, Schweiger Ranch is open to the public for self-guided visits each weekend (Saturdays and Sundays from 1-5pm) and a variety of exciting events throughout the year. Register for or learn more about these events at SchweigerRanch.org.

Sunday, June 11, 1-3pm — Free Guided Tour of Schweiger Ranch Saturday, July 15, 7pm — Campfire Stories Sunday, July 30, 1-3pm — Free Guided Tour of Schweiger Ranch

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If a dog keeps barking, is it too much to ask ... well, apparently it is

could spend the next 500 words in gentle reminders about barking dogs, or I could keep it simple and tell you to do something about it. It’s annoying and disrespectful. QUIET Arf. DESPERATION Most dogs come with something called a “bark.” It’s not an add-on item. Dog owners know they are getting the bark with the dog. Dog owners know or must know that barking can be a problem, unless ignoCraig Marshall rance is bliss, and it often is. Smith Barking can have a direct and unpleasant effect on everything. Dinner time, movie watching, book reading, music listening, conversation, napping and hanky-panky. The non-stop, intermittent, abrupt and harsh sound of a barking back-

yard dog can become an irritant. It can lead to many things, including a comment to the owner, a confrontation, and a call to the authorities. I try to look at this from both sides. Maybe the owner thinks his dog has permission to bark, because other dogs are doing it too. But somewhere in between is a resident who does not have a dog in the chorus. Combine barking with hot summer days — and they’re on their way — and you have yourself a Tylenol headache. At this very moment, there’s a call and response in the backyards near us. The renter next door goes to work and leaves Baskerville out back. The renter on the other side of him does the same thing. Their dogs meet at the fence and vocalize. Dog ownership is a responsibility. Dogs are great, but dogs do some things that require control and maintenance. Dogs bark and dogs poop. There are irresponsible dog owners all over the place. There is dog poop all

over the place. It’s easy to sit here and scold. And it might be fruitless. Human beings don’t come with the words “conscientious” and “considerate.” Those words have to be learned, and sometimes they never are. You’ve heard of littering? I mentioned a barking problem to one of my neighbors, and was told, “With all due respect, they’re dogs.” This had crossed my mind, and I think it might work, if we didn’t live side by side. Even then, a dog’s barking at almost any distance is unpleasant. It’s not meowing. There are signs on the greenbelt that are reminders about the responsibilities of dog ownership. One of them mentions leashes. My roommate and I have been confronted 14 times by unleashed dogs. Once I was nipped. But, after all, “they’re dogs.” What can be done about it? Unattended dogs can be attended. There are some great pet sitters in town.

Dogs can be placed in daycare. From time to time, Smitty stays at the VCA Mountainview Animal Hospital and Pet Lodge on East County Line Road. These things cost money, however. There are devices, including collars and sonic barking silencers, that are intended to solve the problem. On the other hand, the cavalier idea that dogs will be dogs can lead to a visit from the authorities, warnings and fines. Unattended barking does something else. It harms the balance, which sometimes can be a delicate one to begin with, between neighbor and neighbor. It’s why I don’t shoot off fireworks, or play loud music outdoors, whenever I feel like it. Aretha Franklin spelled it out. Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net.

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his community is so awesome when it comes to giving back. The fundraising events, the donations, and the giving of time, talents, and resources never WINNING cease to amaze me. WORDS Yet what amazes me more is the incredible generosity of the community, giving back and never expecting to get anything back in return. And that is the essence of true Michael Norton charity. That is what defines giving others a hand up when necessary and giving others an opportunity and hope for the future. We step up with muscle and a positive attitude when asked to help, we step up with a financial contribution if we can, and sometimes even when we can’t. I see some of our neighbors and friends in the commu-

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nity, and I know some of them struggle financially sometimes, and yet there they are, front and center giving what they can — it’s amazingly wonderful to see. I was having a discussion with a friend recently and he was sharing that he was a bit frustrated because he was moving and needed some help on the front-end packing and making some home repairs and then on the back-end unloading and unpacking. He was frustrated because he felt like over the years he had given of himself, of his time, and shared that he never said “no” when asked to help. But when he asked, those very same people abandoned him. We can choose to believe that the behavior of his friends was unfair or we can choose to believe the others had real conflicts and could not be available to help. But we can also choose whether we continue living under our attitude of generosity or get trapped by the less-than-charitable attitudes of others. Then we also have to choose who we are as a person when it comes to

giving of ourselves, our time, or our money. Do we do it because we can or we know it’s the right thing to do? Or do we do it because we are collecting tokens along the way, fully expecting to be paid back when our time of need comes? The latter way of thinking holds us ransom even though we feel like we are the one owed a favor. It holds us ransom because now we feel like the other person is in our debt. It holds us ransom because it places how we value ourselves over how we value our relationship with a family member, friend, or neighbor. My grandfather shared a philosophy with me a long time ago, and I have heard it from others and have been reminded about it many times over the years. The philosophy of giving someone money when they need it or helping anyone in need if you have the time, talent, or resources. The philosophy of doing it with no expectation of ever being repaid. The person asking may offer their services one day or to repay a loan, however, the philosophy says do it if you can, and if the other

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person is ever in a position to repay the debt or service that is great, if not, that’s OK too. If you can’t accept that, do not loan the money, do not donate the money, or do not offer to your time or services. Give back without expecting to get back. It may sound counterintuitive to some, but you can ask anyone who lives with this type of charitable heart and giving attitude, without expecting anything in return, often find themselves being blessed over and over and over again in so many ways. So how about you? Do you give expecting to get back, or do you give because you can and it’s the right thing to do? I would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@gmail.com, and when we give back without an expectation to get something back in return, it really will be a better than good week … for everyone.

Michael Norton is a resident of Castle Rock, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation, a strategic consultant and a business and personal coach.

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BLOODHOUND FROM PAGE 1

“We saw many breeders focusing on a winning show dog bloodhound versus a functional working bloodhound,” Marlene explained. “We felt that was wrong, and though we are not a big-time breeding kennel, we strive for a bloodhound which meets the American Kennel Club (AKC) breed standard but that is healthy in both body and mind so that I can do the job of trailing.” According to the AKC, “The purpose of a trailing trial is to certify the bloodhound’s abilities for trailing and correctly identifying a specific person in a field setting.” Sebastian’s successful career as a show dog included ranking in the Top 20 four times. He had photo shoots with Colorado Country Life and Vogue in New York City and has been blogged about by Martha Stewart. Although he is now a retired show

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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 Colorado Humane Society Handles animal abuse and neglect cases Need: Volunteers to care for pregnant cats, dogs and their litters, as well as homes for cats and dogs that require socializing or that are recovering from surgery or injuries. Contact: Teresa Broaddus, 303-961-3925 Court Appointed Special Advocates Works with abused and neglected children in Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties Need: Advocates for children, to get to know, speak up for and ensure their best interests in court Contact: 303-695-1882 or www.adv4children.org.

Douglas/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 Treat sures 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

dog at age 7 1/2, Sebastian is not done working. In addition to his role as a Dog Joy ambassador, Marlene takes him to libraries and schools to visit with kids and help teach them about bloodhounds. The Elizabeth Library is considering developing a monthly dog program in which Sebastian would play a part. Sebastian also helps with dog show judges’ education and “meet the breed” demonstrations. “It is his sweet but willing nature that makes him good at this,” Marlene said. One of the key lessons Marlene uses Sebastian’s assistance with is how to greet a dog. Although the Groves own three bloodhounds, Sebastian could be called Marlene’s favorite. “Sebastian is different in that he is probably the most rock-solid dog — he’s been there, done that,” Marlene said. “He is also the most sensitive dog, a very emotional dog, so that makes him extra-special for both public education and therapy.”

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. Elbert County Sheriff ’s Posse Supports the Elbert County Sheriff ’s Office and the Office of Emergency Management with detentions support, patrol, administrative duties, event security, emergency services support, and call-outs as need arises. Need: With proper training and clearances, volunteers help with patrol, fingerprinting, records keeping, community event security services, disaster response and management (wildfire, tornado, blizzard, flood, disaster relief, etc.). Requirements: Must be 21 years of age or older; retired individuals are great. Must complete a employment application, pass a background check, and complete interviews. After being sworn in, in the first three months of membership, complete a minimum of 45 hours of orientation and training curriculum. After this 90-day probationary period, members must log a minimum of 10 hours of month and attend monthly training meetings. Persons ages 15-20, may join the Elbert County Sheriffs Explorer POST that is associated with the Posse. Contact: David Peontek at djp1911@msn. com or 303-646-5456. Go to http://www. elbertcountysheriff.com/posse.html; print out and complete an employment application and turn it into the Elbert County Sheriff ’s Office in Kiowa, “Attn: David Peontek.” Girl Scouts of Colorado Youth organization for girls Need: Troop leaders, office support, administrative help and more Age requirement: Men and women, 18 and older Contact: www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org, inquiry@gscolorado.org or 1-877-404-5708

HOW TO GREET A DOG One of the trainings that Sebastian the bloodhound helps provide is how to greet a dog. Here are the steps: 1. There is a “magic question” before petting or touching a dog: “May I pet your dog?”

2. Sometimes an owner will say “no” if the dog is young or if the dog is a working service dog. For those, “no” absolutely means “no.” 3. Let the dog sniff you by extending your hand — palm down, fingers down. Smelling is how dogs process. 4. After that introduction, pet or scratch the dog. Most dogs love being rubbed under the chin.

Dog Joy ambassador Sebastian sits with a friend at a senior home in Elbert County. COURTESY PHOTO

5. Never put your face in the dog’s face or hover over the top of a dog. These gestures can be too intimidating for some dogs.

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First came two camels, then a tortoise, a potbellied pig ... Once private, 140-animal sanctuary will open its doors to the public

IF YOU GO Zoology Foundation, an animal sanctuary with 140 animals, is at Crooked Willow Farms, 10554 S. Perry Park Road. Its animals include:

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There are no lions or tigers or bears. But there is an African tortoise, two wallabies and a potbellied big named Frankie who loves to meet new people. The animals live on a secluded property nestled among the hills near Larkspur. White fences line the grounds, weaving around red barns, pastures and the on-site home of Jami Jensen, founder of the Zoology Foundation. The nonprofit has operated as a private animal sanctuary since 2009. But this summer, it plans to bring the public to its doors and teach how animals wind up in sanctuaries. “We would like to collaborate and share this amazing place with as many organizations as makes sense,” executive director Avie Rosacci said. The new programming will include partnerships with organizations that serve at-risk youth and disabled individuals, and a youth summer camp being piloted with the Institute for Human-Animal Connection at University of Denver. Before opening to the public, the Zoology Foundation first needed to become a U.S. Department of Agriculture-inspected sanctuary. It got the green light from inspectors on May 12, Rosacci said. For now, the sanctuary’s two camels will be kept in a nearby pasture until USDA-approved fencing can be constructed, a $50,000 project for which the organization is seeking donations. The sanctuary will host a fundraiser at Comedy Works-South on July 11 toward that goal. In the meantime, Zoology will welcome the public to meet its other 140 animals. Foundation started with a bet The sanctuary doesn’t function like a zoo, where people learn basic

• 13 alpacas • 7 angora goats • 5 ferrets • 2 camels • 2 wallabies • 2 rabbits • 2 llamas Frankie the potbellied pig greets Avie Rosacci, executive director of the Zoology Foundaton in Larkspur. JESSICA GIBBS facts about the animal species they see, Rosaaci said. “We want them to make a connection with the animals,” said Maggie Lantzy, the sanctuary manager and program director. “Not just look at them through a fence.” Zoology will specifically seek to teach people how to responsibly own animals and prevent them from needing to be sent to sanctuaries, Lantzy said. Most of the 140 animals at Zoology were rescue animals. “What we’re talking about is how they ended up here,” Rosacci said. Jensen started the sanctuary with money from her parents given to her and her siblings under the specific instruction to start a foundation serving a cause important to them. Jensen had a background working with performance horses, running pet stores and a general love for animals. “I’ve always ... taken in sick animals and rescued animals my whole life,” Jensen said. When it came time to open a foundation, she started with camels — and it all began with a bet. Jensen was at dinner with friends who bet her she could find a camel for purchase on Craigslist. No way,

Jensen said. Someone pulled out an iPad, opened Craigslist, made the search and found an orphaned camel, less than a month old, for sale. So Jensen bought the youngster and named him Chewie. She bottle-fed him, housing him among her horses, and then bought another orphaned camel about three months old when Chewie needed a friend. Chewie and his friend Hans are now 7 or 8 years old and have since lived at the Zoology Foundation, which grew slowly over the years, Jensen said. “They’re the reason the Zoology Foundation exists,” Lantzy said of the camels. She hopes they can return to the sanctuary soon. Variety of animals rescued As a private sanctuary, Zoology began building animal enclosures that would work for a variety of animals and customized them based on what types of animals they took in, Jensen said. That includes the 87-pound tortoise, Toogie, who is 16 years old and was destined to be euthanized before Jensen took him from his previous owners.

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• 1 African-spurred tortoise • 1 pot-bellied pig • Birds such as an owl, peacocks, geese, chickens and ducks The Zoology Foundation will open to the public this summer. For more information, visit zoologyfoundation.org. They’ve got Frankie, a potbellied big who’d been evicted from its owners’ apartment complex, and two wallabies, one of which came from an animal-hoarding situation in Nevada. Wallabies are members of the kangaroo family mostly found in Australia. “Just like people hoard stuff,” Lantzy said, “they hoard animals.” The sanctuary is also home to alpacas, llamas, horses, rabbits, ferrets and a variety of birds, although some are wild birds that invited themselves to make the foundation’s pond their home. The bunch are cared for by three full-time employees, a handful of volunteers and a network of local veterinarians, Rosacci said. The group is excited to share the sanctuary with the public, said Rosacci, who credited Jensen with envisioning it all. “She has,” he said, “some big dreams.”

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Parker Days offers perfect launch for season IF YOU GO

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The calendar may say summer begins on June 22, but as every local knows, the season hits Parker a couple weeks before the solstice each year. Parker Days kicks off three and a half days of funnel cakes, food trucks and family fun on June 8 at 5 p.m. “This is a community event where people can spend a weekend, or a night, and have fun with their families and their neighbors,” said Sara Crowe, special events coordinator for the Parker Area Chamber of Commerce. The annual “Sneak Peek” concert, featuring Bret Michaels of the ‘80s hair metal band Poison, begins at 7 p.m. June 8. Country-western up-and-comers Midland will headline the last night of music on the main stage on June 10 at 9:30 p.m. Other first-night activities for 2017 include free stilt-walking instruction, motorized go-karts and an oversized bubble machine on Mainstreet. Traditional attractions like the carnival on the hill and the parade will be back where attendees have come to expect them, but a few changes to the festival’s layout are also in store. A food truck “alley” with at least eight vendors will be set up on Pine Drive between Mainstreet and Pikes Peak Drive, offering everything from sushi to shaved ice. Children’s carnival rides usually found in the parking lot behind the Schoolhouse will move to the PACE Center parking lot. Photo opportunities will abound with the addition of photo booths and selfie-sized scenes around O’Brien Park for attendees to mug it up. Other additions to this year’s celebration include street artists with murals for children to color; more buskers, street musicians and magicians; and an inflatable

Some highlights of Parker Days: Thursday, June 8, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.: Evening “Sneak Peek” with rides and vendors and the “kickoff” concert featuring Bret Michaels at 7 p.m. Tickets are $35. Friday, June 9, 5 p.m. to 12 a.m.: A night of tribute bands begins on the main stage at 6 p.m. with Paradise Theater, followed at 8 p.m. by Ted Fiorino’s Journey Tribute and Van Wholen at 10 p.m.

A photo from the 2016 Parker Days festival shows thrill seekers enjoying a different view of the scenery. Wright’s Amusements will provide the carnival games and rides in 2017 as they have for every Parker Days Event. FILE PHOTO obstacle course for children and adults to traverse. Revelers who need a break from the excitement, or the heat, can take refuge at a rest area on the corner of East Victorian Drive and Mainstreet, in front of the Economic Development building. Crowe advises anyone planning to attend to first visit the festival’s expanded website to find the latest information on parking and fees as well as a detailed map of the area. She also hopes attendees, whether they’re from Parker or just visiting, will take a moment to think about and thank the volunteers, planners, performers and ride operators who make the experience possible. “We have a lot of great things that happen here. It’s a great opportunity to showcase what we have to offer,” Crowe said. “Parker Days wouldn’t happen without the support of literally thousands of people.”

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Saturday, June 10, 9 a.m. to 12 a.m.: Parker Days Parade at 10 a.m., country-western band Midland will headline the Main Stage concert at 9:30 p.m., followed by the KYGO DJ Show with dancing and giveaways at 11 p.m. Sunday, June 11, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.: Parker Cruisers Car Show with free admission from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the library parking lot, Farmer’s Market from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on East Mainstreet, Pancake Breakfast at the Main Stage from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Suggested donation of a canned food item. General admission to the festival is free, but rides, games and food require a fee. Single-Day Carnival Pass: $30, $25 if purchased online before the festival. Mega Carnival Pass: $60, available online only. For safety reasons flip-flops, bare feet and guests with casts are not allowed on carnival rides. For more information, or to buy passes online, visit parkerdaysfestival.com.

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Zikr Dance Ensemble explores mythology in shows around area

horeographer David Taylor’s Zikr Dance Ensemble, inspired by ancient dance rituals, premieres “Ancient Shadows,” an exploration of ancestry and mythology of the indigenous peoples of Central and South America. It has original music by Jesse Manno and set by George Peters. Performances include: June 3 (7:30 p.m.) and 4 (2 p.m.) at Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway (lakewood. org/tickets); June 9 (7:30 p.m.) at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch (zikrdance.com); June 10 (8 p.m.) at Colorado Ballet Black Box Theatre, 1075 Santa Fe Drive, Denver (zikrdance.com); June 14 (7 p.m.) at Performing Arts Complex at Pinnacle Charter School, 1001 W. 84th Ave., Federal Heights; June 16 (7:30 p.m.) and June 17 (7:30 p.m.) Dairy Center for the Arts, 2590 Walnut St., Boulder (303-444-7328, tickets.thedairy.org). See dream cars The Concours d’Elegance and Exotic Sports Car Show returns to Arapahoe Community College’s West Lawn from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 11, with nearly 500 sports and GT cars displayed. Food and music. Tickets, $10, free 12 and under. Benefits: Ability Connection Colorado’s Creative Options for Early Childhood Education Center. (No pets or alcohol.) Concerts at museum Littleton is resuming its annual free summer concert series outside the Littleton Museum at 6028 S. Gallup St., Littleton. Shows start at 7 p.m. Food truck service begins at 5:30 p.m. Admission is free. June 14, Michael Friedman Band; June 21, Coral Creek; June 28, Emily Stiles; July 5, Edwards and Company; July 12, Delta Sonics; July 19, Bringers of Swing; July 26, Lynn Baker Quartet. 303-795-3950.

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Pop-up art “Creatura Psychedelica,” staged by the Museum Outdoor Arts from 7 to 10 p.m. on June 10 at Marjorie Park, 6331 S. Fiddler’s Green Circle, Greenwood Village, will have free admission, a monumental pneumatic sculpture installation, fire Sonya Ellingboe dancers, food trucks, entertainment by the Ned Garthe Explosion and Artsmyths’ tiny shop of masks. See MOAonline. org Missoula Children’s Theatre “Jack and the Beanstalk” will be performed in Castle Pines on July 22 after kids spend a week with actors from the Missoula Children’s Theatre. Registration is happening now: go to castlepines.org for forms and fees. Tickets to performances also available. ($5) Tesoro Tesoro Living History Experience is new this year, with 20 summer weekends for families at The Fort restaurant, 19192 Highway 8 in Morrison. Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Entertainment, artist demonstrations, historic interpreter demonstrations, food concessions. Admission: $5, adults; children 12 and under, free. See: TesoroCulturalCenter.org or call 303-839-1671. Visit Bent’s Fort in the 1830s. Fever Dream Festival The newly formed Benchmark Theatre Company received more than 300 entries for its First Annual Fever Dream Festival, June 16 to 18, at Buntport Theater, 717 Lipan St., SEE SAMPLER, P15

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Cardinal girls second at state track meet Boys team takes third place at event in Jeffco Stadium BY TOM MUNDS TMUNDS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Members of the Elizabeth High School girls track team smile as they hold the trophy they won for finishing second in the Class 3A team standings at the state track and field meet May 20-21 at Jefferson County Stadium. PHOTOS BY TOM MUNDS finisher received one team point. The Classic Academy won the Class 3A girls team title with 101 points and the Cardinals were second with 77.5 points. Elizabeth girls’ only event champions included Chloe Peterson, Lexye Wood, Kallaway Wood and Ella Benkendorf, who teamed up to win a gold medal with a first-place finish in the 800-meter sprint medley relay. But there were athletes who were multiple medal winners like Kallaway Wood, who was second in the 100-meter dash and third in the 300-meter dash, and her sister Lexye Wood who finished second in triple jump, fourth in long jump and sixth in high jump. SEE TRACK, P14

Brad George nears the finish line as he runs the anchor leg for Elizabeth in the 4x200 relay during the May 20-21 state track and field championship meet held at Jefferson County Stadium. The Cardinals won the event, and later in the meet George was a member of the event-winning 4x100 relay. Elizabeth’s boys finished fourth in the Class 3A team standings.

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Elizabeth athletes made frequent visits to the awards podium as the Cardinal girls took home secondplace Class 3A team trophy and the boys finished third in the team standings at the May 20-21 Colorado State Track Meet held at Jefferson County Stadium. “This has been a banner year for Elizabeth track and a banner year for us at state,” Cardinals Coach Colin Lyons said after the meet. “The state meet has been a total team effort. We had some incredible performances by key senior athletes, as well as some of the younger kids step up in all phases of track and field competition.” Lyons said a key to the success of the Cardinals teams was the fact that just about all 27 athletes who competed in the state meet scored team points in more than one event. “Our girls team finished second and I believe this is Elizabeth’s first state track trophy,” the coach said. “We will have some key seniors moving on but we have a lot of kids who will be coming back, which is important for the future of our track program.” Elizabeth boys had three event champions, as James Finken was first in the 300-meter high hurdles with a time of 40.42 seconds and the team of Brad George, L.J. Robinson, Mason Anthony and Dylan Benson posted a time of 1:29.21. Later in the meet Benson, Robinson and George joined forces with Reece Ullery to win the 4x100-meter relay in a time of 42.89 seconds. Track and field events are individual and team events at the same time. Every athlete wants to finish as high in the standings as possible. At state, the top nine finishers received medals and scored team points. An event winner received 10 team points and the ninth-place

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CLUBS Ongoing AA If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours. More than 1,000 AA meetings are offered in the Denver area every week. If you think you may have a problem with alcohol, come see us. To find a meeting near you, call 303-3224440, or go to www.daccaa.org. Affordable Colleges Online has created a guidebook to help women find and secure financial aid. The guide includes a collection of scholarships for women, including due dates and award amounts; insight into the financial aid application process; and other funding opportunities, such as industry-specific scholarships and funding for special groups. The guide is available online at http://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/womens-guide-paying-forcollege/. 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

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Two heats were run in most events, with the top nine places in the event go-

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

our county, and the community at large. For more information or a membership application, go to http://www.elbertcountysheriff.com/posse.html, or contact Dave Peontek at 303-646-5456.

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 303-8108504. Go to www.castlerockbridge.com.

Elbert Game Night: 5 p.m. Tuesdays at the Elbert Library. Board and card games for all ages. Call 303-648-3533 or go to pplibraries.org.

Chess: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at the Simla Library. All skill levels and ages welcome. Call 719-541-2573. Douglas-Elbert County Music Teachers’ Association meets at 9 a.m. every first Thursday at Parker Bible Church, between Jordan and Chambers on Main Street. All area music teachers are welcome. Call Lucie Washburn, 303-814-3479. Elbert County Sheriff ’s Posse is a nonprofit volunteer organization that is part of the Elbert County Sheriff ’s Office. As volunteers we support the Elbert County Sheriff ’s Office, all law enforcement in

ing to the best times from all heats Chloe Peterson, who was a member of the winning 800meer sprint relay team, won her heat in the 100-meter dash and finished eighth in the event standing.

Elizabeth American Legion Post 82, a veterans association supporting veterans, their families, their survivors and the community, meets the first Tuesday of each month at the Legion Post Hall at South Banner Street and Elm Street in Elizabeth. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m., and the regular business meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. All veterans are invited to attend these meetings to learn of their eligibility for membership in the National American Legion Organization. Elizabeth Food Bank, 381 S. Banner in Elizabeth (next door to Elizabeth Presbyterian Church) needs to let the public know that we are available to help anyone who needs food. Hours are Friday 12:30-3 p.m. and Saturdays from 9-11:30 a.m. Other

“Sprinting is my thing. I really enjoy the adrenaline rush I get when I am running sprints,” she said after the race. “The fact our team is near the top of the standing really motivates me to push myself because I want

times by appointment.

Game Night: 4 p.m. Mondays at the Kiowa Library; call 303-621-2111. 5 p.m. Wednesdays at the Elbert Library; call 303-648- D 3533. Enjoy board, card, and video games s for all ages. r p Kiowa Creek Food Pantry is a distribution l site for the State of Colorado TEFAP food a program. Food is distributed monthly ( to low income individuals/families that i qualify. We also distribute low income se- S nior food boxes for the state; those 60 and n older may qualify for a monthly supple- L ment. If you are in need of food assistance or know someone who is, we may be able to qualify you for one of these programs. Call the food pantry for more information at 303-621-2376, or come by from 8:30 a.m. to noon Tuesdays; we are located in the Fellowship Hall at 231 Cheyenne Street, Kiowa. L Knitting Group: 2 p.m. Tuesdays at the Kiowa Library. Knit and chat. All skill levels welcome. Call 303-621-2111 or go to pplibraries.org.

to do all I can to help Elizabeth win a team trophy.” The state meet that crowns individual and team champions in all five classifications is normally a three-day event, but bad weather compressed the meet schedule to

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two days. Still, friends and family members filled most available seats at Jefferson County Stadium for both days of L the meet as an estimated 5,000 athletes took part in the track and field competitions.

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Denver. It’s a collection of science fiction, fantasy, horror and genres in-between plays. There will be five fulllength plays; two one-acts and six 10-minute shorts. (Among the full lengths is “Saucer City” by Laura Shamas, daughter of Annawyn and Jim Shamas of Littleton, which plays at

Jen Turano Parker author Jen Turano has started a new series of historical romance titles, revolving around Gilded Age women in late 1800s New York society — and a gossip columnist, “Miss Quill.” The first title, released by Bethany House in April, is “Behind the Scenes.”

Stephen Coonts Best-selling national author Stephen Coonts will appear from 6:30 to 8 p.m. June 9 at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 Wilcox St. in Castle Rock. He will discuss his latest novel, “Liberty’s Last Stand,” in which his two series’ characters, Jake Grafton and Tommy Carmellini, interact in a political thriller. A book sale and signing will follow his talk. Registration is required: DCL.org or 303-791-7323.

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Lawyers at the Library, a free legal clinic for parties who have no attorney, will be offered from 6-9 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Elizabeth Library, 651 W. Beverly St. Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms and explain the process and procedure for the areas of family law, civil litigation, criminal defense, property law, probate law, collections, appeals, landlord-tenant law and civil protection orders. Walk-ins are welcome. Everyone will be helped on a first-come, first-served basis. LEGO Master Brickster: 3:45 p.m. Thursdays at the Kiowa Library. Build LEGO stuff together. Call 303-621-2111 or go to pplibraries.org. Mystery Book Club meets at 9:30 a.m. the first Saturday of each month at the Simla Public Library. The group enjoys talking

about a variety of mystery authors and titles. We also periodically host a Colorado author during our meetings. Everyone may join us, and registration is not required. Visit the Simla Branch of the Elbert County Library District at 504 Washington Avenue, call 719-541-2573, or email farabe@elbertcountylibrary.org.

Church, 2100 Meadows SCHOOL Parkway, CastleRECORDS comedy or painting (inter alios), or just DISTRICT Rock. The East Central BOCES Member School come and watch.

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Student records are kept in the school building the student attends. If records are not kept in the school the student attends, this will be noted by the person in charge of records in the building. The principal is responsible for maintenance of student records in each building.

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To review a student’s records, the parent(s) of students under 18 or the eligible student should contact the records custodian. The records will be shown to you as soon as possible and in no case more than three days after the request. If you desire a copy of the educational record, a charge of 10 cents per copy may be charged, unless this fee prohibits your access. The records will be explained to you at your request. Parents of eligible students may question the content of the records. Any other access to student records will only be allowed if written consent is obtained, upon court order or by any legally issued subpoena. Student records are reviewed and inappropriate material removed periodically. Those records not of permanent importance must be destroyed at the parents request after graduation or when the student stops attending permanently. Parents of students with disabilities or eligible students will be notified before any personally identifiable information is removed from a record and destroyed. A record of those persons reviewing the records will be kept by the records custodian and can be reviewed by the parent or eligible student.

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Parents of eligible students may question the content of the records. Any other access to student records will only be allowed if written consent is obtained, upon court order or by any legally issued subpoena.

Student records are reviewed and inappropriate material removed periodically. Those records not of permanent importance must be destroyed at the parents request after graduation or when the student stops attending permanently. Parents of students with disabilities or eligible students will be notified before any personally identifiable information is removed from a re-

Districts keep records on each student to use in the instruction and guidance of each student.

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contact the records custodian. The records will be shown to you as soon as possible and in no case more than three days after the request. If you desire a copy of the educational record, a charge of 10 cents per copy may be charged, unless this fee prohibits your access. The records will be explained to you at your request.

Public Notices The East Central BOCES Member School Districts keep records on each student to use in the instruction and guidance of each student. The records contain information about the student and his/her education, including attendance, achievement, aptitude, description, assessment and progress. Parents of students under 18 and eligible students have the right to review these records.

The East Central BOCES Member School Districts keep records on each student to use in the instruction and guidance of each student. The records contain information about the student and his/her education, including attendance, achievement, aptitude, description, assessment and progress. Parents of students under 18 and eligible students have the right to review these records.

Electronic privacy “Maintaining Your Electronic Privacy and Safety” is Chris Murphy’s topic at 6:30 p.m. June 6 at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. The industry security expert will share tactics to minimize your risk. 303-795-3961.

Cliff Center Caregiver Support Parker-Franktown-Elizabeth Paper The records contain information aboutSky the student and his/her education, including attendGroup: 10-11:30 a.m. the third Tuesday Crafting Club is open to anyone interested ance, achievement, aptitude, description, assessment and progress. Parents of students of uneach month at 4600 E. Highway 86, in card making and scrapbooking. We der 18 and eligible students have the right to Castle Rock. Caregiving for adults can meet regularly throughout month on review these the records. be challenging at times, and you’re not various weekday evenings and weekends. Student records are kept in the school building Club events take place at 7786 Lake the student attends.Prairie If records are not keptalone. in the For information, or to let the center school the student attends, this will be noted by Trail, Parker (in the Pinery). Contact Alison Outback Express is a public transit service know if you’re coming, call 303-814-2863 the person in charge of records in the building. The principal is responsible for maintenance of Collins at 720-212-4788 for information provided through the East Central Council or email skycliffctr@skycliff.org. Go to student records in each building. or find us online at http://www.meetup. of Local Governments is open and availwww.skycliff.org. To review a student’s records, the parent(s) of com/Parker-Franktown-Elizabeth-Paperable to all residents of Cheyenne, Elbert, students under 18 or the eligible student should PUBLIC NOTICE Crafting-Club/ contact the records custodian. The records Kit Carson and Lincoln counties and proSkywill Cliff Center Stroke Support Group: be shown to you as soon as possible and in no vides an economical and efficientSCHOOL meansDISTRICT RECORDS 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the second and last case more than three days after the request. If you desireevery a copy Monday of the educational record, a East Central School Seniors meet in Elizabeth of travel for the four-countyThe region. Call BOCES Member Wednesday of each month at Christlife charge of 10 cents per copy may be charged, Districts keep records on each student to use in atof11each a.m.student. for food,unless fun and fellowship at access. The Kay Campbell, Kiowa, at 719Community Church, 5451 E. Highway 86, this fee prohibits your rethe541-4275. instruction and guidance cords will823 be explained to you at your request. records contain information about the stuElizabeth Senior Center, S. Banner You may also call the ECCOGThe office at Franktown (lunch provided). 10-11:30 dent and his/her education, including attendof eligible the the third Wednesday of each month ance, achievement, as- forParents St.description, Bring a dish potluck on thestudents first may question 1-800-825-0208 to make reservations for aptitude, a.m. content of the records. Any other access to stusessment and progress. Parents of students unMonday oftoeach month. Other Mondays, any of the trips. You may also atconSky Ridge Medical Center, 10101 Ridge dent records will only be allowed if written der visit 18 andhttp:// eligible students have the right these records. is obtained, upon court order or by any leg- Parkway, Lone Tree. Call Sky Cliff bring a sack lunch.sent Bingo, games and outbackexpress.tripod.com.review To ensure Gate ally issued subpoena. New leadership. Call Agnes at that a seat is available, 24-hour Center at 303-814-2863. Studentadvance records are kept in socializing. the school building the student attends. If records are not kept in the Student records are reviewed and inappropriate 303-883-7881 or Carol 303-646-3425 reservations are appreciated. school the student attends, this will be noted by materialatremoved periodically. Those records the person in charge of records in the building. not of permanent importance must Teen be des-Tuesday: 5 p.m. Tuesdays at the for information. The principal is responsible for maintenance of troyed at the parents request after graduation or Overeaters Anonymous meets from 10-11 Elbert Library. Play card and video games. student records in each building. when the student stops attending permanently. Parents6:30 of students with disabilities or eligible Simla Open Mic Night: p.m. Fridays, a.m. and from 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays in the Call 303-648-3533 or go to pplibraries. To review a student’s records, the parent(s) of students will be notified before any personally PUBLIC identifiable is removed fromorg. a reunder 18 or the eligible student shouldShare Simla Library. poetry,information music, dance, SedaliaNOTICE Room at New Hopestudents Presbyterian SCHOOL DISTRICT RECORDS

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Summer readers wanted Both Arapahoe Library District and Douglas County Libraries have specified June 3, from 10 a.m. to noon, as start-up time for Summer Reading Programs, which run through July. All seven of the Douglas County Libraries locations will offer arts and crafts, face painting and themed story times for all ages. Goal: 720 minutes of reading for 12 and under; 900 minutes for teens and adults. Enter into a drawing to win

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cord and destroyed. A record of those persons reviewing the records will be kept by the records custodian and can be reviewed by the parent or eligible student.

A school official may release directory type information to the public. To prevent the public release of such information, a parent or eligible student must file a written objection with the records custodian within ten days after receiving this notice. For more detailed information about records, procedures and policies or to file a Public Notice complaint, contact the local school district adTo advertise your public call 303-566-4100 ministrator, the East Central BOCES Executive NOTICEnotices OF PROPOSED SCHOOL BUDGET Director or the Special Education Director. Letters may be addressed to: Don Anderson, ExecNotice is hereby given that a proposed budget utive Director, East Central BOCES, P. O. Box has been submitted to the Board of Education of 910, Limon, CO 80828. Unresolved complaints the Elizabeth C-1 School District for the fiscal can be appealed using the established appeals year beginning July 1, 2017 and has been filed process. in the office of the Superintendent of Schools where it is available for public inspection. Such The East Central BOCES member schools are: proposed budget will be considered for adopBennett, Strasburg, Byers, Deer Trail, Agate, tion at a regular meeting of the Board of Education of the District to be held at 634 South Elbert Woodlin, Arickaree, Limon, Genoa-Hugo, KarStreet, Elizabeth, Colorado on June 26, 2017 at val, Kiowa, Kit Carson, Cheyenne Wells, Arriba6:00 P.M. Any person paying school taxes in Flagler, Hi-Plains, Stratton, Bethune, Burlington, said district may at any time prior to the final Idalia, & Liberty. adoption of the budget file or register his or her objections thereto. Legal Notice No.: 23676 First Publication: May 25, 2017 Board of Education, Last Publication: June 1, 2017 Publisher: The Elbert County News Elizabeth School District C-1

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Public Notice NOTICE OF PROPOSED SCHOOL BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Education of the Elizabeth C-1 School District for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2017 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 a regular meeting of the Board of Education of the District to be held at 634 South Elbert Street, Elizabeth, Colorado on June 26, 2017 at 6:00 P.M. Any person paying school taxes in said district may at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget file or register his or her objections thereto. Board of Education, Elizabeth School District C-1

Dated: May 22, 2017 Christopher Richardson, Secretary, Board of Education Legal Notice No.: 23680 First Publication: June 1, 2017 Last Publication: June 1, 2017 Publisher: The Elbert County News

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