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Judge OKs late filing for GOP Candidate on ballot despite blown deadline By Vic Vela
vvela@coloradocommunitymedia.com A Jefferson County judge on Aug. 21 rejected an effort to keep a Republican state House candidate’s name off the November ballot. The ruling means that House District 23 candidate Jane Barnes will square off against state Rep. Max Tyler, D-Lakewood, this fall. Democrats in Jeffco had sought to prevent Barnes’ candidacy because her nomination was submitted after the state’s election-code deadline. A Republican vacancy committee convened to Barnes select Barnes as a candidate when the party’s original hopeful, Nate Marshall, dropped out of the race after his sympathetic views on white supremacy became known. Democrats in HD23 argued that the Secretary of State’s Office — headed by Republican Scott Gessler — failed to comply with election law by allowing Barnes to remain on the ballot. Barnes’ candidacy papers weren’t filed until three weeks after a spring deadline. Gessler’s office defended its position, arguing it had “exercised caution to avoid unnecessarily excluding a candidate.”
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Dogs hit the Morse Park pool on Saturday, Aug. 23, to cool off for the 2014 Bark-N-Splash event. The annual summer’s end event, hosted by Lakewood Recreation, draws huge canine crowds. One more 2014 Bark-N-Splash event is scheduled, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 6, at the Carmody Outdoor Pool, 2200 S. Kipling St. To register please call 303-987-7830.
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creader@colorado communitymedia.com Come November, Lakewood residents will answer the question of whether or not they want retail marijuana prohibited in the city, and some community members are hoping for a resounding yes. Residents and health officials concerned about the dangers retail marijuana will bring to the city have banded together to create Yes on 2A, a committee devoted to making sure the businesses are prohibited in the city. “We’re going to be present at backto-school nights and other events, and building up on online presence,” said Jim Otton, one of the founders of the group. “We’re looking to be involved with PTAs and walking neighborhoods, as well as a formal ad campaign to spread the word.” While the City Council decided to ban marijuana manufacturing, testing and growing sites, as well as hash-oil manufacturing sites and marijuana clubs in the city, it decided to allow voters to choose whether to ban retail sales. As Mayor Bob Murphy has repeatedly explained, it is Retail continues on Page 10
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Empty nest takes some getting used to Some of you reading this column will relate as a parent who has gone through the bittersweet event of having your children move out, especially if it is your last child or they were an only child. And every one of us reading these words today has been that child or young adult who has moved away from home at some point. Many went to college, others joined the military, and there were some who just felt like it was time to go and find employment and another place to live. Some chose to move fairly close to home, but just far enough to keep the parents from “popping by,” yet close enough to raid the pantry and do some laundry if necessary. And if we look at our own departures from home we would probably remember the bittersweet moment, our nervousness, the anxious anticipation that accompanies any new adventure, and we probably also remember the melancholy look upon our parents’ faces, possibly even a tear or two on their cheeks as well as maybe even a little drop from our own eyes. There are obviously mixed emotions, and in many cases when extreme hap-
piness and excitement enter the arena, they can serve as blockers to the deeper emotions that we attempt to hide. I can tell you that as last of my children moved into a dorm last weekend, it was definitely a bittersweet moment. Although she was my most rebellious child, she has also been blessed with boundless energy. She has also been blessed with boundless emotions. So combining rebellion with emotionally charged energy sometimes could create a little bit of friction in the house. OK, maybe a lot of friction and tension. Will I miss her? Absolutely. Will I miss her sense of humor? Yes. Will I miss her
hugs? No question. Will I miss just seeing her wandering around the house, waking up, or, more accurately, waking her up? Yes I will. Will I miss grounding her? No way. Will I miss the emotionally driven arguments? Nope. Will I miss waiting up to hear her come in at night? No chance, as I have been looking forward to a solid night’s sleep for so long. When change happens in our life, just like having our children or child move away, or when you, the young adult, are choosing to move away from mom and dad, we have to remember the importance of staying connected through memories, text messages, calls, emails and visits. Change is not a four-letter word, it is just something that happens. And as with all change, even though we may not like it or agree with it, we know and accept that change happens, and it will always happen. It’s all about how we prepare our hearts and minds to deal with the change when it does occur. Mixed emotions and bittersweet moments are natural and awesome all at the same time. It’s when they occur that they
tap into our senses and tug hard on our own hearts, letting us know that we are indeed alive and full of feeling. They say that gratitude is one of the healthiest of all human emotions. So instead of focusing on the things I will not miss about my daughter’s departure, I will focus on appreciating all the funny, exciting and challenging times she brought into my life. How about you? Does the bittersweet moment of loved ones moving out or moving out yourself lead you more towards gratitude and appreciation for all the times and memories you had together, or are you wrestling with the melancholy feelings and separation anxiety? Either way I would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@gmail.com, and when we can enjoy the memories, stay in contact, and just let those bittersweet moments happen, it really will be a better-than-good week. Michael Norton is a resident of Castle Rock, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation, strategic consultant, business and personal coach.
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Livestock virus grips horse population Despite outbreak, state fair continues its celebrations By Amy Woodward
awoodward@colorado communitymedia.com An outbreak of vesicular stomatitis, a virus which affects livestock, has infected numerous horses, forcing some boarding facilities and horse owners across the state to ban services as they enter into a voluntary quarantine. On Friday, Aug. 22, the Colorado Department of Agriculture reported that eight counties, including Jeffco, have properties which have tested positive for vesicular stomatitis and are currently under quarantine. A total of 192 premises across the state are under quarantine with seven in Jeffco and 58 in neighboring Boulder County. “I suspect that number will continue to grow,” said Ashleigh Olds, veterinarian at Aspen Creek Veterinary Hospital in Conifer. On Thursday, Aug. 14, the number of statewide facilities in quarantine was at 149 showing an additional 46 cases in eight days. Additional testing in all eight counties is still pending which may contribute to an increase in the number of cases, Olds said. But officials at the Colorado State Veterinarian’s Office recommend fly control, the
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hard to predict. “Right now we’re probably still at the peak,” Striegel said. “We’re hoping it will plateau and then cases start to drop off.” An outbreak of vesicular stomatitis has not been seen in Colorado since 2004. Despite the growing concern over the virus which can also affect pigs and cattle as well as sheep, goats, llamas and alpacas, the Colorado State Fair and Rodeo opened last weekend while requiring a Health Certificate provided by a vet check within five days of arrival to the fair. The Colorado State Fair and Rodeo runs until Sept. 1.
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Family Tree’s Treasure Trunk moves By Clarke Reader
creader@colorado communitymedia.com X marks a new spot. Family Tree’s Treasure Trunk Community Thrift Store has moved to a new location at 5892 W. 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge, after 30 years at a previous location. “We had an opportunity to refresh and rebuild things at this location,” said Family Tree CEO Scott Shields. “Our previous location was great, but we didn’t have a lot of visibility — that’s changed here.” Treasure Trunk had a soft opening on July 19, and will have an official grand opening celebration with food, games and sales on Wednesday, Sept. 10. “We wanted to stay in this community, and our staff worked really hard getting the word out to our clients about the move,” Shields said. “In our new DR. JAMES M. FARRELL
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Painting on the walls 40 West announces first MuralFest By Clarke Reader
creader@colorado communitymedia.com The 40 West Arts District has already celebrated the culture of West Colfax with one mural — next August get ready for seven more. The organization announced on Aug. 20 it will play host to the first West Colfax MuralFest on Aug. 15, 2015, as a way to celebrate the character and creative energy along West Colfax. “This is all part of our vision for the corridor — developing an annual festival for West Colfax is a part of the strategic plans of both WCCA (West Colfax Community Association) and 40 West arts,” said Bill Marino, chair of 40 West. “The two organizations, with the support of the local
business improvement district, have been researching and developing this concept for more than a year. It will be another way to continue the momentum and showcase the West Colfax corridor.” Mural Fest will be held noon to 8 p.m. on Aug. 8, 2015, along W. 16th Ave. and will showcase the completion of seven murals, with music, food and a range of activities to celebrate the corridor. The fact that the event is just a half-block north of West Colfax and within walking distance from the Lakewood-Wadsworth light rail station will hopefully bring people from all over the community in, according to organizers. The event will be hosted by WCCA, 40 West Arts and the Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design. “When I got involved there are already a bunch of people involved,” said former Lakewood city councilwoman and MuralFest Executive Committee chair, Diana Wilson. “People are really interested in Colfax and the neighborhood and there is already a lot of excitement around the event.”
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Charter school shifting sights to Jefferson County Founder says planned 2015 opening prompted geographic change By Jane Reuter jreuter@colorado communitymedia.com A proposed charter school that was planned for Douglas County may instead be built in Jefferson County. The Alexandria School of Innovation, a project from the founders of Highlands Ranch’s STEM School and Academy, submitted a charter-school application to Jeffco Public Schools on Aug. 15. The school’s original submission, to the Douglas County School District, was returned with suggested revisions in May. While co-founder Judy Brannberg said a revised application could have been submitted in early 2015, the school’s organizers opted to withdraw the application. “We were told we’d have to wait until March 2015 to submit again,” she said. “Then it would be another 18 months before we would open. Douglas County is a district where school choice and innovation are important, and that is why we made it our first choice. But we want to open in the fall of 2015.” Brannberg said Jeffco’s current board and administration have a similar philosophy, making it a logical option. “Jeffco is also aligned with our innovative approach to education, and they have adopted a policy of school choice,”
she said. “It’s a very positive atmosphere for charters. So we went to Jeffco Public Schools. They rolled out the red carpet.” A Jefferson County site for the school has not yet been proposed. Despite the likely construction in Jefferson County, Brannberg said students from DCSD and other districts still can attend the charter school. Plans still call for offering sixth through 12th grades for the 2015-16 academic year, with grade levels added in subsequent years to eventually include pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Brannberg and her husband, Barry, who founded the STEM School that opened in August 2011, no longer are affiliated with the Highlands Ranch school. But they’re using what they learned through that and other endeavors to create Alexandria. “It’s not a replication of STEM,” Brannberg said. “This is brand-new. The whole focus is innovation. “We believe this is our capstone project. We’re taking all the information we learned and gleaned from the past 15 years in our experience with starting charter schools.” The school is named after Alexandria, Egypt, founded by Alexander the Great, and once the largest and most prosperous city in the world. It was a magnet for scholars, scientists, philosophers, mathematicians, artists and historians. In addition to emphasizing the four major components of a STEM school — science, technology, engineering and math — the Alexandria School of Innovation will include the arts and athletics. That blending of art with the STEM subjects is known as STEAM.
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JEFFCO NEWS IN A HURRY Possible rabies exposure
Jefferson County Public Health is alerting the public that a bat found on the grounds of an apartment complex at 10080 W. 59th Ave. in Arvada, Colorado has tested positive for rabies. Individuals who may have come in contact with this bat are at-risk of being exposed to rabies and should contact their medical provider as soon as possible to receive immediate medical treatment.
Commissioner sign violation
County Commissioner Don Rosier’s political signs, situated at two locations
along C-470, have received violations for exceeding six square feet per the county zoning regulations. Both signs sit on private property are large enough to require a permit. The landowner who received the violation is in the name of Three Dinos, LLC a land developing company located in Denver. The Jeffco Planning and Zoning Division gave the owner until Aug. 21 to correct the violation after it was sent to them on Aug. 11. As of Sunday, Aug. 24, the signs were still up and believed to be publicizing without a permit. When asked if his signs were in violation, Rosier said, “I provide signs to those
LAKEWOOD NEWS IN A HURRY Police host shred day
Lakewood Police Department is hosting a community shred day at Jefferson County Stadium, 500 Kipling St., from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 6. Residents can bring boxes of confidential documents (old taxes, preapproved credit card offers, etc.) for free on-site shredding. There is a three-box limit. Metropolitan Auto Theft Task Force will provide free wheel club locks (while supplies last).
Lakewood Arts Council announces 8-Squared Art Fundraiser
A new fundraising idea is taking place at the Lakewood Arts Council, 85 S. Union Blvd in Lakewood on Sept. 27. Local artists have contributed their artwork on 8x8 inch canvases which will be on display the entire month of September, with a dessert and champagne reception for viewing the art at 6 to 7 p.m. on Sept. 27, followed by the sale from 7 to 8:30 p.m. All artwork will sell for $50 a piece. Also on view during the month of September will be the “Six Gals and a Guy” exhibit, featuring seven member artists’ interpretations of 14 themes. A public reception for this exhibit will be held Thursday, Sept. 11 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the LAC Art Center and Gallery. To round out the offerings, author Ronnie Seagren will read from her col-
lection of published stories, and provide some lessons and tips for all aspiring writers out there. Join at the LAC Center on Friday, Sept. 19 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. for this engaging, educational event. For more information please call the gallery at 303-980-0625 or visit www. lakewoodartscouncil.org.
HAWK Signal reminder Flashing red lights on traffic signals indicate the signal is functioning as a stop sign, and that means motorists must stop and then proceed when it is safe to do so. With the city of Lakewood’s innovative High-intensity Activated CrossWalk (HAWK) signal for pedestrians at 260 Union Blvd., motorists must stop when the HAWK signal is flashing red to yield to pedestrians. But they can proceed when the pedestrian is safely out of the traffic lane. The number of pedestrians using the HAWK signal to cross heavily traveled Union has doubled in recent weeks, data from the signal shows. The Union corridor is home to more than 10,000 jobs, and the HAWK signal is specifically designed to provide safe crossings for pedestrians while also allowing motorists to proceed as soon as possible after yielding to pedestrians. For more information, visit www.Lakewood.org/HawkSignal.
who request signs,” he said. “As I am not the property owner I am legally not allowed to apply for or receive any permit.” When asked to confirm that he is handing out signs that already exceed six square feet per county zoning regulations, Rosier did not answer the question.
Jeffco Clerk and Recorder designation
County Clerk and Recorder, Pam Anderson and two elections division managers were designated as Certified Elections/Registration Administrators (CERA), the highest professional achievement. Anderson and along with Shawna
Weir, mail ballot supervisor and Bob Christensen, elections logistics manager, received their designations in San Francisco on Friday, Aug. 22. CERA designation is achieved through a multi-year course of study conducted by The Election Center’s Professional Education Program as well as completion of 12 core courses taught by the Master’s in Public Administration faculty of Auburn University (Auburn, Alabama) ranging from ethics, to voter registration and elections law, planning, communications, and voter participation, among others.
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Eventualism and the fullness of time I have done many stupid things in my life — I might have mentioned that before. Most of these stupid things, thank God, have not led to terrible consequences. Nonetheless, in retrospect, there are many things I would do differently, if I could. The unfortunate problem with that is changing any one of those acts could have a ripple effect in my life which would result in a completely different life. It’s impossible to pull at the loose strings of the tapestry of your life without unraveling other parts of the picture. Suppose I had taken a job opportunity way back when that I’ve always wondered about — that probably means I wouldn’t have been at the event where I met my wife, which means that my children would never have been born. Even if that job opportunity had led to amazing things for me, it also would have led to some things that are unthinkable to me today. That is what makes me, philosophically speaking, an “Eventualist.” I don’t even know if that’s a real thing, to be honest; I might have just made that up. And, if it is real, well, cool. At any rate, the “Eventualist” school of thought holds that the good or bad of every act, regardless of its intent, can only be truly measured in the fullness of time when all the eventualities have played out. That is what worries me about our reaction to the flood of illegal immigrant children that have hit our southern border in the last many months. My immediate
thought with regard to those children is, as I think it is for most, compassion — to consider how terrifying it must have been to make that journey all by themselves, to wonder just how horrible the conditions were that they left behind, and just how useless are the government bodies they left behind that make such a journey even worth considering. Our instinct is to take care of them. But is that the right thing to do, eventually? Let me put it to you this way: last week, a Florida mom was arrested for leaving her 9-year old child playing alone at a playground. As we approach the two-year anniversary of the murder of Jessica Ridgeway, I know very few parents who leave their children alone to play outside for 15 minutes at a time, much less send them on a “quest.” And yet, there are parents all throughout Central and South America who have put their children on buses, trains, or in the care of complete strangers to complete a 1000-plus mile journey from home to the southern border of America.
We know that some of them don’t make it — the bodies have washed up on the shores of the Rio Grande. Others don’t make it because they get sold into slavery before they ever get close to our shores. And yet, their parents are still sending them. There must be a reason. What if the “eventual” outcome of all our compassion, all our aid and assistance to these children (and, yes, all of our ignoring of our own laws), is simply that we are encouraging other parents to send other kids on that terrible journey into the unknown. An act that would get an American parent arrested is being quietly made a viable option for Guatemalans, Salvadorans, Nicaraguans and others because of the possibility that they’ll make it here, and be allowed and assisted to stay. It’s a difficult question. Any “comprehensive” plan to address it had better deal with the fact that there is, apparently, not one functioning government between El Paso and Brazil. But don’t be fooled into thinking that compassion must be our default position, so that we can rest easily afterwards having “done something.” The eventual result of that may be unthinkable. Michael Alcorn is a music teacher and fitness instructor who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. He graduated from Alameda High School and the University of Colorado-Boulder.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Will the Denver Broncos win the Super Bowl this year? The 2014 NFL season is officially here! And even though many in Broncos County are still hurting from the beatdown that the Seattle Seahawks put on Denver, it is time to put it last season the rearview mirror because it’s a new year.
“Absolutely! They almost won the Super Bowl last year but they just had too many mistakes that caught up with them. But we will forget all that after we win this year. Go Broncos!” Flora Simental, Aurora
“I think this is the year they finally get it done. Those painful ends to the last two seasons are just going to make this Super Bowl even sweeter.” Marcus Ice (and his son, Nicholas), Littleton
“I am not sure because I thought they were going to win it the last two years. I hope that they do and wish them the best. But I don’t want another repeat of last season.” Patricia Roybal, Arvada
“I think they have a chance to win it all but the Seahawks and the 49ers will be tough to beat. And Peyton Manning can’t play forever. I’m not sure …” Mark Duncan (and his grandson, J.J.), Denver
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Standley campaigns for District 3 Jeffco resident decides to run for county commissioner By Amy Woodward
awoodward@colorado communitymedia.com The race for Jefferson County commissioner in District 3 has become more competitive with the addition of a third candidate, Greg Standley, who is on the campaign trail. Standley is running as an unaffiliated candidate who holds conservative view. He identifies himself as an expert mediator and is interested in getting to the root cause of issues. He said he is inclined to approach situations with a scientific mind while applying techniques for conflict resolution that he learned while working
30 years at MillerCoors. Within that time, Standley has worked in many roles, ranging from a microbiologist to a quality specialist. “I go out and I analyze broken processes,” Standley said about the role of a quality specialist. “I’m a problem solver.” Growing up in Jefferson County and now residing in unincorporated Jeffco, Standley said he stands out from his opponents in that he does not come from Standley a strong political background. “I’m a normal guy just trying to use my skill sets I’ve practiced for many years in conflict resolution that would offer something the community might want,” he said. His campaign focus is on the “grander
issues,” but his real passion lies with the residents in District 3, who heavily rely on the commissioners as their representatives. Issues he thinks need attention deal with commissioners being more accessible to the public, fire mitigation and conflicts with slash-collection sites, and land use. “I have a passion to help people resolve issues at the county level with their properties,” he said. “It’s such a huge investment for everyone. It’s so important.” He is, however, aware of bigger issues raised in the county, including the contentious Jefferson Parkway project, funding requests from the Jeffco Sheriff’s Office and the Jeffco5 initiative that aims to increase the number of county commissioners from three to five. Standley signed the Jeffco5 petition, which was unsuccessful in getting on the ballot. He said he thinks it is up to the voters to decide. Personally, he said,
he does not agree with Jeffco5’s message which claims better representation can be achieved through the election of more commissioners. “Why grow government? If you have the right people and the right job, three commissioners should be enough.” Whether or not voters decide to elect Standley as the next county commissioner for District 3, he said he will remain dedicated to his involvement in county matters, which is evident through his regular participation in public comment during the 8 a.m. commissioner meetings on Tuesdays. “At the end of it I can say I tried … and let it go,” Standley said. “Or I can run again in four years.” To contact Greg Standley, email questions and comments to greg4commissioner@gmail.com or call 303-549-3436. The public can follow him on twitter at @ greg4jeffcocom.
Rosier competes for second term County commissioner incumbent fosters economic growth By Amy Woodward awoodward@colorado communitymedia.com After serving three and a half years on the board of county commissioners, Don Rosier needs little introduction to the political arena. Drawing on his experience as commissioner from District 3, which includes all of southern Jeffco, Rosier is preparing for a second term as the Republican candidate. “I have the highest and best interest of all residents,” Rosier said. “I’m here for them — I’m not here for me.” He plans to continue to support eco-
nomic development in the county, and outlines priorities for his second term that includes partnering with local businesses, creating more jobs and improving “quality of life” by taking a hard look at senior housing options. “They are the issues that are affecting different segments of Jefferson County,” he said. Rosier is known for his work with the Jeffco Economic Development Corporation (EDC). Through Rosier the EDC program Forward Jeffco, the organization estimates at least 558 new jobs over the next five years for the county. The program intends to eventually add 7,500 jobs. “We’ve brought in 3,000 jobs to Jefferson County in the last three years,” Rosier said. “I’m very impressed with how things
have moved forward.” In 2011, he was Colorado Counties’ Freshman Commissioner of the Year for the State and was awarded the 2012 Elected Official of the Year by the Jeffco EDC and the West Chamber of Commerce. After the September 2012 floods, he coordinated recovery efforts between the county, the state, FEMA and Homeland Security. The rebuilding of State Highway 72 through Coal Creek Canyon was the only road rebuilt in the final configuration, Rosier said. “All the other roads they have to go back through — those were temporary fixes,” he said. “That was with a lot of hard work with CDOT, with the Governor’s Office, with Homeland Security with other federal agencies (FEMA) to make sure that was a smooth transition and process.” He doesn’t dismiss the claim that at times his approach to county matters may
come off as rude. “Do I say things that after I say it go, ‘not the best choice of words?’ Yeah. I screw up just like everybody else and unfortunately for me, a lot of the times that I screw up, I’m being recorded,” he said. “I try to do the best I can – there are items that are very serious that my intensity will come out because it is serious for everybody,” he said. But Rosier maintains that he is very much involved with residents and it’s that aspect of the job that he likes most. “I love being able to get out and talk to the residents of Jefferson County, the business owners — to advocate for Jefferson County,” he said. “It’s a privilege to be county commissioner and I take that very seriously.” For more information about Don Rosier and his campaign visit www.donaldrosier. com.
Death penalty sounds in election Beauprez criticizes Dunlap decision By Vic Vela
vvela@coloradocommunitymedia.com Death penalty politics resurfaced in the gubernatorial race last week on the heels of comments made by Gov. John Hickenlooper during a recent television interview. But political observers wonder just how much voters actually care about capital punishment in relation to other issues, and what impact, if any, the death penalty debate will have come November. Hickenlooper confirmed to KDVR-TV on Aug. 18 what many believe has been the case for a while — that he’s changed his mind over the years and is now against the death penalty. “There’s no deterrence to having capital punishment,” Hickenlooper said during the interview. The governor said he had been a death penalty supporter his entire life until factors, such as the high cost of putting someone to death, started to turn his mind around on the issue. “And, I don’t know about you, but when I get new facts, I change my opinion,” said Hickenlooper, who told voters four years ago that he was in favor of the death penalty. Hickenlooper has had to deal with questions about his views on capital punishment since last year, when he chose to grant a temporary reprieve for death row inmate Nathan Dunlap, who was convicted of murdering four people at an Aurora Chuck E. Cheese’s restaurant in 1993. Republicans have attacked Hickenlooper for failing to see through Dunlap’s execution. The death penalty issue has been used by former Congressman Bob Beauprez, who is running against Hickenlooper this fall, as a way to call out the governor for his “failed leadership” on the issue.
“If he truly does oppose the death penalty, he should have commuted Nathan Dunlap’s sentence instead of leaving the decision to the next governor,” Beauprez said through a press statement. “As Colorado’s next governor, I will see that justice is served.” Eddie Stern, a spokesman for Hickenlooper’s campaign, said the governor “made a decision knowing it wouldn’t be a popular decision, but it is the right decision.” Stern also said it is important to remember that the governor granted a reprieve, not clemency for Dunlap. “At that time, he explained why he felt a temporary reprieve was more important than clemency,” Stern said.
Issue may not sway votes But will voters care about Nathan Dunlap and the death penalty come November? “When you look at voters, in particular, independents, and when you look at list of concerns they have, you’re not going to find the death penalty on that list,” said Norman Provizer, a political science professor at Metropolitan State University of Denver. “It’s a hot topic and the Beauprez campaign is trying to make an issue out of it, but I don’t think it’s a high priority issue.” John Straayer, a political science professor at Colorado State University, said “a lot of people have been changing their mind on the death penalty” over the years. And Straayer wonders if Beauprez is simply trying to energize his base. “It might be being done to the advantage of appealing to his own party,” he said. “But I just wonder whether they’re getting a lot of traction out of that beyond the base of their own party.” “If I were a candidate and I had a choice between being attacked on the death penalty or unemployment being down to around 5 percent, it wouldn’t be a question of what I would choose,” Provizer said.
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Jefferson County Chief District Court Judge Stephen M. Munsinger agreed. “The petition fails to state any basis on which this court can find that the secretary of state’s late acceptance of the designation resulted from `systematic disregard’ for the election code,” Munsinger wrote in a fourpage ruling.
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not clear why the city passed Amendment 64 — whether residents were in favor of decriminalizing marijuana or if they wanted to see a new industry develop — and the vote will help clear the issue. Members of the Yes on 2A campaign are concerned about increased youth access to marijuana if retail shops become legal, and how it will affect the community. “This is going to be the next tobacco industry unless we stop it,” said Bob Doyle, executive director of Colorado Tobacco Education and Preven-
No alcohol or drugs are suspected at this time; however the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office will provide results from their toxicology report at a later time.
Brammeier charged
Lakewood resident Charlie Robert Brammeier, 30, has been charged with nine counts in the assault and robbery of Timothy Gomez, 43, on Aug. 4. Brammeier has been charged with: Attempted Murder Second Degree (F3); First Degree Assault (F3); Second Degree Burglary (F3); Aggravated Motor Vehicle Theft (F4); False Information to Pawnbroker (F6); Theft (M2); and 2 counts Crime of Violence (sentence enhancer).
At 11:45 a.m. on Aug. 4, Lakewood police responded to a 911 call from Dannette Maes saying that her roommate had been assaulted at their home. Police went to the home at 1250 S. Pierce St. and found her roommate, Gomez, seriously injured and lying on the couch. Gomez and Maes lived at the house on S. Peirce St. along with two other roommates. Maes was associated with Brammeier and had invited him over to the house on the night of Aug. 3. According to court documents, Maes said that she thought Brammeier left the house at 2:30 a.m. on the morning of the 4th. Maes said that she
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The ruling was a victory for Republicans, who see Jefferson County as the state’s key battleground in several races this fall, including some that could alter the makeup of the state House, where Democrats hold a 3728 voting advantage. Following the ruling, Colorado Republican Committee Chairman Ryan Call blasted Democrats’ court efforts to block Barnes’ candidacy. “When Democrats are concerned about their chances of winning, they apparently think going to the courts
will save them from being held accountable by the people,” Call said through an emailed statement. Attorney Ed Ramey, who represented the plaintiffs in court, said he was disappointed by the judge’s ruling. Ramey said he is “concerned that this sort of disregard of statutory deadlines is not turning out to be such an isolated occurrence this year.” “We do appreciate the speed and consideration that the court gave to all parties today, however,” Ramey said.
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juana business in the city that are close to residential areas, and there are a lot of kids around,” he said. “Since becoming a grandparent, I’ve become really concerned, and I have a lot of friends who have kids in schools.” Doyle points to problems Denver is experiencing with increased marijuana use, particularly in schools, as an indication that retail businesses should not be allowed. “It really comes down to commercialization and promotion, and the fact that these shops will be open to everyone,” he said. “We want residents to make the right decision and put the health of the community before profits from these businesses.” To follow the campaign, visit www. facebook.com/LakewoodYeson2A.
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was awakened at 11:30 a.m. by another roommate who said that Brammeier had assaulted Gomez. She saw Gomez on the sofa and as she was dialing 911 she saw Brammeier come back into the house, take something from Gomez and then drive away. Gomez was transported to the hospital where he was treated for a serious head injury, multiple facial fractures and subdural bleeding. A warrant was issued for Brammeier’s arrest on Aug. 4. and he was arrested in Hartley County Texas, on Aug. 5. He was returned to Colorado and had his first appearance before a judge on Aug. 8. His preliminary hearing is expected to be in September.
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tion for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA), arrived Aug. 17, to examine all aspects of the Lakewood Police Department policy and procedures, management, operations , and support services, Chief Kevin Paletta announced. Verification by the team that Lakewood Police meets the Commission’s state-of-the-art standards is part of a voluntary process to gain accreditation—a highly prized recognition of public safety professional excellence. The Lakewood Police Department has to comply with 484 standards in order to gain accredited status. The CALEA Program Manager for the Lakewood Police Department is Maya Mitchell. She said the assessment team is composed of public safety practitioners from similar, but out-of-state agencies. The assessors will review written materials, interview individuals, and visit offices and other locations where compliance can be witnessed. The assessors are: Division Chief Cynthia Aarons, Team Leader (Burleson, TX Police Department) and Retired Commander Rae Ferguson (Ashville, NC Police Department). Once the CALEA Assessors complete their review of the agency, they report back to the full Commission, which will then decide if the agency is to be granted accredited status. Accreditation is for three years, during which the agency must submit annual reports attesting continued compliance with those standards under which it was initially accredited. For more information regarding the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. please write the Commission at 13575 Heathcote Blvd., Suite 320, Gainsville, Virginia 20155; or call 703-352-4225.
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Lakewood has two free classes for Lakewood residents that show exactly what it’s like to be an officer while providing engaging hands-on activities. Ride along with a police agent, see demonstrations by SWAT and K-9 agents and experience much more during the Lakewood Police Department’s Citizen Police Academy. Citizen Police Academy (10-week course) Time: 6-9 p.m., Thursdays Dates: Sept. 4-Nov. 6 Location: Lakewood Police Department, 445 S. Allison Parkway Deadline to enroll: noon, Aug. 25 Apply: www.Lakewood.org/CitizensPoliceAcademy Civics 101 (Nine-week course) Time: 6-9 p.m., Tuesdays Dates: Sept. 30-Nov. 25 Location: Lakewood Civic Center, 480 S. Allison Parkway Deadline to apply: 5 p.m., Sept. 5 Apply: www.Lakewood.org/Civics101
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Peyton plugs Gatorade in odd ads Chihuly’s standout pieces join forces with nature By Sonya Ellingboe
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n 2001, renowned Seattle-based glass artist Dale Chihuly began what has become the “Garden Cycle,” which involves placing his astonishing creations among the flower, shrub and tree collections in large public gardens in the U.S. and abroad. His installation at Denver Botanic Gardens opened June 14 and will remain until Nov. 30, as plants grow and change through the seasons. It will look different at different times of day, in sun or shadows — and sensational when lighted after dark. Some, such as the “Perennial Fiori” sprouting from formal flower beds, or the orange, tree-like “Summer Sun” one sees near the entrance, are obviously inspired by plant forms. The “Blue Icicle Towers” that greet the entering visitor with a burst of glitz and glamour perhaps speak more of rock crystals — still in the realm of nature. Just beyond is “Summer Sun,” a tree-like blaze of 1,901 orange, red and yellow glass elements. As one enters, a turn to the left will pass through formal flower beds with sleek “Perennial Fiori” amidst the lupines, daisies and echinaceas: sleek, striped, curvy shapes and slender pointed ones in varied colors. Near the Waring House, where administrative offices are found, is a pond with “White Persian Towers” and “Turquoise Reeds and Marlins.” A look to the right brings one to the 30-foot-tall “Saffron Tower and Cattails,” with neon tubes. Walk past a pond and the “White Tower” and return to the main walkway, headed west towards the main water gardens, where floats, in and around boats, as well as the “Blue and Purple Bat and Walla Wallas” await discovery. At the western edge in the Porter Plains, in prairie grass, is a series of tall, thin “Red Reeds,” with some of the longest hand-blown glass elements Chi-
huly and his team created. One will want to return at dusk when lights give a magical glow to these art pieces. Special night programming is planned in October and November from Dale Chihuly was born in Tacoma, Wash., in 1941 5:30 to 9 p.m. and discovered glass while studying interior deTour guides sign at the University of Washington. He enrolled will be available in the nation’s first glass program at the University Fridays through of Wisconsin, continued at Rhode Island School of Design, and then taught there. In 1968, with Sundays at 8:30 a Fulbright Fellowship, he went to Venice, Italy, a.m. and 6 p.m. and learned the team method of glassblowing. and familyIn 1971, he founded the Pilchuck Glass School in oriented tours Washington state, which has become an internawill be offered tional glass center. on Saturdays 10-11 a.m. and 2-3 p.m. Children must be accompanied by Denver Botanic Gardens is at 1007 York St., an adult. See the Denver. The Chihuly exhibit runs through Nov. 30. website for other Information: 720-865-3500, botanicgardens.org. programs for Admission: $12.50, adults. See website for related photographers programming. and painters. Chihuly’s studio shipped six 53-foot containers to Denver for the show, and it took 11 team members 11 days to install all the works. There are 14 sites with installations in the Botanic Gardens, and maps are available to find them all. While we realize that some consider the Chihuly art glass works a distraction from the plants, we feel that the Botanic Gardens is also proud to be a certified museum, and its annual inclusion of art elements is an entirely appropriate way to entice more viewers for gardens and art. It’s just a most happy place to spend a few hours on any given day — on more than one occasion, since the plants are constantly growing and changing. Relax and
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Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning is upping his commercial cred by adding Gatorade to his growing list of product endorsements. Two new TV spots have been released under the tagline “Gatorade: Sweat It To Get It.” In each ad, a woman attempts to buy Gatorade at a convenience store, but the red-vested clerk deems these customers unworthy. In each scenario, the clerk tells the women that Gatorade is only for people who work out. Since he sees no sign of sweat, they don’t deserve the post-exercise drink. Manning plays the store manager, whom the clerk asks to clarify the store policy to each of the sweat-free gals. In one commercial, Manning grabs the Gatorade and hurls it across the store. “Go deep,” he says. In the second ad, the woman says it’s her birthday, and she confesses that she’s buying the drink for a hangover. When Manning-the-manager comes to the clerk’s aid, the two challenge the birthday girl to perform a yoga position so she can sweat. Both ads are scary believable in a “Candid Camera” way. Manning plays a convincing manager, which could serve him well with his Papa John’s franchises. Check out the spots at http://bit. ly/1riG1Nt and at http://bit.ly/1o61ZLC.
Shoe collectors unite for charity
Calling all shoe collectors (who me?): those shoes you no longer want are desperately needed to help fight global poverty. That’s the message being delivered by Michele James, who has launched a Back to School Shoe Drive to collect 10,000 pairs of shoes to help the poor. The shoes that Soles4Souls.CO collects will be delivered to Soles4Souls, an international anti-poverty organization that distributes some donated shoes and clothing directly to people in need and sells the rest to create sustainable jobs and fund direct relief efforts. Founded in 2007, the organization has distributed more than 25 million shoes in more than 100 countries. “Soles4Souls.CO is supporting Soles4Souls because it is the definition of a social enterprise where solid business practices are used to create positive change in people’s lives,” James said. ”Colorado has been a strong supporter of Soles4Souls’ anti-poverty mission, and we hope to take a big step in providing the organization with the used shoes they require to keep making a sustainable difference for people in need.” Bring shoes to any Colorado location listed at soles4souls.org/locations. Use the zip code locator to find the drop off spot nearest to you. For more information, contact James at 720-320-1755 or Soles4Souls.CO@ gmail.com.
Not just Labor Day weekend
Downtown Denver has the Taste of Colorado for Labor Day weekend, but there’s much more going on in other places (and mostly at other times). Here’s just a few options: Parker hosts the Smokin’ Brew BBQ Festival Aug. 29-Sept. 3. The Smokin’ Brew BBQ is sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society and will be held Parker continues on Page 15
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at Parker Station, 19751 E. Mainstreet, beginning at 4 p.m.Friday, Aug. 29. The festivities will conclude with an awards ceremony at 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 31. The Godfather of barbecue and star of TLC’s “BBQ Pitmasters,” Johnny Trigg, will attend the event. Check out the Four Corners Folk Festival in Pagosa Springs. The event runs Aug. 29-31 at Reservoir Park. More info at www.folkwest.com. It’s not Labor Day weekend, but the Arvada Harvest Festival runs Sept. 5-7. One of Arvada’s biggest events, the Harvest Festival includes a parade, carnival and much more. More info at www.arvadaharvestfestivalparade.com. Cherry Hills Country Club in Cherry Hills Village is hosting the BMW Championship from Sept. 4-7 — also not Labor Day weekend — as part of the PGA Tour’s FedEx Cup playoffs. Many top players will be there, including PGA Championship and British Open champ Rory McElroy and five-time majors winner Phil Mickelson. i Starting five days after Labor Day, historic downtown Castle Rock provides the perfect canvas for the 25th Annual Colorado Artfest on Sept. 6-7. The event
runs 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sept. 6 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sept. 7. This community art festival highlights more than 160 exhibitors. Dogs will converge on the Pirates Cove Aquatic Park in Englewood for the Freedom Service Dogs of America pool plunge from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sept. 6. The pool is located at 1225 W. Belleview Ave. in Englewood. Harvest Fest is the Thornton’s annual fall celebration, held at Community Park (Thornton Parkway and York Street) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sept. 6. The fest features arts, crafts, business and nonprofit exhibits, children’s amusements, a fishing derby, salsa tasting contest and a skatepark competition.
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Emma Dorobek, 2, puts on her firefighter’s hat while checking out Engine No. 6 from the West Metro Fire Rescue during the 6th annual Safety Fair on Saturday, Aug. 23. Eric Arthur, far left, firefighter paramedic and Lt. David Dunn, firefighter, right, spoke with many children about the fire truck’s features. Pictured with Dorobek, Kara Dorobek of Golden. Photo by Amy Woodward
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Analysis: Attack ad may pass Hickenlooper Governor hard to hit as economy booms By Vic Vela
vvela@coloradocommunitymedia.com An attack ad released against Gov. John Hickenlooper last week started out like any other negative ad — grainy, blackand-white footage followed by a series of assaults on the governor for his failure to “make the tough decisions.” The ad, which was paid for by the Republican Governors Association, included footage of Hickenlooper recently playing pool with President Obama at a downtown Denver bar. It goes on to show footage of shots taken by a really bad pool player — who is symbolically Hickenlooper — as a narrator rattles off a laundry list of attacks on the governor’s record. “Colorado’s been hustled enough,” the narrator says, before going on to tout Hickenlooper’s opponent this fall, Republican former Congressman Bob Beauprez.
Almost immediately after the ad was released, Hickenlooper fired back with an ad of his own, one that was brutally … positive? “Four years ago, we promised to run a positive campaign, and we did,” said Hickenlooper, looking right into the camera. Hickenlooper then spends the next 30 seconds talking about how much the economy has imReport proved under his watch and how communities are rebounding after floods ravaged parts of the state last year. Hickenlooper made no reference to Beauprez in the ad. Nor has he done so in any other ad or campaign press release. The Beauprez camp, meanwhile, has attacked Hickenlooper every chance it’s had: “Flip-flops” on the death penalty; his “out of touch” gun-control agenda; and anything else they think will stick. So far, it has been a story of two cam-
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paign strategies: one that fires away and reloads versus one that ducks the bullets and smiles. “They want to paint Hickenlooper as bumbling or indecisive, but they’ve got to do something because Hickenlooper is not the easiest guy to attack, in part because people like him,” said John Straayer, a political science professor at Colorado State University. “But if they get too nasty, it could have a boomerang effect.” Hickenlooper has pledged to run only positive campaigns in his political career and, so far, that strategy has paid dividends. But what happens if the going gets tough for a governor who isn’t used to throwing a punch? “What if someone keeps taking a baseball bat to you and all of the sudden you find yourself down in the polls, then what do you do?” said Norman Provizer, a political science professor at Metropolitan State University of Denver.
‘Both Ways Bob’ ad hurt Negative campaign attacks are as old as politics itself. And some of the most effective political ads have been mercilessly negative. “People do not like negative advertising; at the same time, it has an impact on people,” Provizer said. Beauprez is no stranger to the impact negative attacks can have on a campaign. His failed 2006 gubernatorial campaign was derailed in part by attacks — started by a fellow Republican — that labeled him “Both Ways Bob” on key issues. For this campaign, Beauprez, through stump speeches, campaign statements and through outside political groups, has been trying to label Hickenlooper as a failed leader who flip-flops on issues. “We intend to present the contrast between John Hickenlooper’s failed leadership and Bob’s plan for Colorado,” said Beauprez communications director Allen Fuller, defending the campaign’s attacks. Fuller also said voters shouldn’t be bamboozled into thinking that Hickenlooper is
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merely taking the high road whenever attacks come his way. “We’ve all read the blueprint, that Hickenlooper is running a positive campaign,” he said. “Coloradans are going to get the joke ... knowing full well that the Democratic Party and a host of blue groups are hitting back.” Eddie Stern, a spokesman for the Hickenlooper campaign, said he isn’t concerned about attacks from Beauprez sticking and resonating in the voters’ minds while the governor runs a positive campaign. “We don’t think Colorado needs more negative campaigning or angry politics,” Stern said. Provizer said he understands why those who want to see Hickenlooper lose are tempted to run attack ads. “The simple reality is, the incumbent has a record,” he said. “When you’ve been in power and done things, you’re going to have issues there that are a reality. But at some point (the other side) also has to come back with what it is going to do.” Straayer said that those who are out to defeat Hickenlooper are piling on as many issues as they can, seeing as how the economic outlook in Colorado has been on the upswing in recent years. “The economy is strong, so what are you going to do?” Straayer said. “To say he’s got a failed governorship and look at the shape the state’s in, it just doesn’t sell very well in the trajectory of the economy. So what do you do? You jump on misstatements and on the death penalty.” But polls over the summer have shown that Beauprez and Hickenlooper are locked in a tight race. And observers wonder if Hickenlooper will change his tone in October, if polls still show a close contest. They also wonder if Hickenlooper is even capable of turning into an attack dog. “When he’s run before, it’s been positive, good-humored and quirky, but honest and straightforward, and that’s who he is as a candidate,” Provizer said. “He would have a harder time going negative because that’s a real contradiction of what people think he is, and suddenly turning into a pit bull may not work.”
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MUSIC/CONCERTS COUNTRY-STEEPED GARAGE BAND ARVADA CENTER for the Arts and Humanities presents The Mavericks at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30, in the Outdoor Amphitheater. The Mavericks are a countrysteeped garage band with a Cuban American lead singer. Purchase tickets at the Arvada Center box office, 720-898-7200.
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GOLDEN LIBRARY will host the Bonfils Bloodmobile from 10-11:40 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3. Golden Library is celebrating 10 years hosting blood drives for Bonfils. Since its first drive on Sept. 27, 2004, 1,415 units have been collected, saving 4,245 lives. The library is at 1019 10th St., Golden. To schedule an appointment, call 303-363-2300 or go to https://donors.bonfils.org/ Use sitecode #5538. INTERSECTION OF YOGA AND BUDDHISM YOGA AND BUDDHISM have been brought to the West in the last 40 years. While there are difference between these systems of thought, similarities and points of convergence exist. Find out more at a workshop 7-8:45 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 4, at Asana Studio, 5701 Yukon St., Arvada. The teachings are given freely, since they are considered priceless. A Dana bowl will be put out (Dana is a Pali word meaning generosity). Contact Asana Studio at 303-431-6311, or go to www.asanastudio.com/ workshops.html.
REPURPOSED HABITAT EXHIBIT LOCAL ARTIST Valerie Savarie and California based artist Sharon Eisley found each other through Eric Kent Wines, a winery in Santa Rosa, Calif., that supports artists by purchasing art, which is then reproduced onto their labels. Although their styles are different, Savarie and Eisley each use repurposed materials and images to create their work. Their work can be seen in Repurposed Habitat, which opens Friday, Aug. 29, and continues through Sunday, Sept. 21, at Valkarie Gallery, 445 S. Saulsbury St., Lakewood. An opening reception is 6-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 29. Contact Valerie Savarie at 720-2207587 or hello@valkariefineart.com, or go to valkariefineart.com
BENEFIT AT THE BARTH “ON GOLDEN POND” by Ernest Thompson is the 2014 choice for Senior Housing Options’ always-popular benefit production. Larry Hecht and Billie McBride are featured. It will run at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays from through Aug. 30 at the Barth Hotel, 1514 17th St., Denver (one of SHO’s facilities.) Reserved-seat tickets cost $35 preferred, or $25. Contact 303-595-4464, ext. 10, or seniorhousingoptions.org. PHAMALY’S ‘RAPUNZEL’ AUDITIONS PHAMALY THEATRE COMPANY will have auditions for its touring musical production of “Rapunzel.” Preliminary auditions will be 6-8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5, and are by appointment only (call 303-365-0005 or go to www.phamaly.org). Callback auditions will be Saturday, Sept. 6. Both auditions will be at the Newman Center for Theatre Education, 1101 13th St., Denver. All roles are available. The show opens Nov. 14-16, and then will tour through May 2015. Those auditioning must have one or more disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. TENNESSEE WILLIAMS CLASSIC ON STAGE “A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE” by Tennessee Williams will play through
ENJOY ‘A STEADY RAIN’ THE EDGE THEATER presents “A Steady Rain” from Friday, Aug.
29, to Sunday, Sept. 28, at 1560 Teller St., Lakewood. Performances are at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 6 p.m. Sundays. Tickets available at theedgetheater.com or by calling 303-232-0363. “A Steady Rain” is a story of how two policemen must deal with the circumstances arising from a deadly error in judgment.
HARVEST FESTIVAL KIDS PARADE THE ARVADA HARVEST FESTIVAL Kids Parade is Saturday, Sept. 6, at the McIlvoy Park Pavilion at Ralston Road and Upham Street. This year’s theme is Pioneers of the American West.” Register your kids for their own parade. Entry is free and everyone ages 12 and younger are eligible to participate. The parade begins at 3:30 p.m. Categories include Pioneer West Character, Decorated Pets, or Decorated Wheels. Go to arvadaharvestfestivalparade.com, or call Nancy Bentzen at 303-421-5305.
GET SPLASHED IN COLOR ARVADA WEST Booster Club plans the Cats Color Crawl at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, at Arvada West High School, 11595 Allendale Drive. This is a color run, and runners will get doused in colored chalk. Go to https://360.webconnex.com/AWHS to sign up. Registration cost is $25 before Sept. 6; $30 from Sept. 7-19, and $35 on race day. FESTIVAL ITALIANO AT BELMAR A TWO-DAY celebration of Italian culture, food, wine and artisans is Saturday, Sept. 6, and Sunday, Sept. 7, at the Belmar Shopping District in Lakewood. A portion of event food sales benefit Project Angel Heart. Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sept. 6, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 7. Go to belmarcolorado.com/sub/event/festival_italiano/
Sept. 7 at Vintage Theatre, 1468 Dayton St., Aurora. Directed by Craig Bond. Haley Johnson, Kurt Brighton and Patrick Collins reprise their 2008 roles. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays; 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Tickets available at 303-856-7830, vintagetheatre.com.
ART ELEMENTARY ARTS AND CRAFT FAIR THE THIRD annual Stober Elementary School, Golden, arts and craft fair is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25. Booth space is available, and applications are being accepted now through Wednesday, Sept. 3. Contact Anne Drobny at annedrobny@ gmail.com for an application. TAKE PHOTOS OF ANTIQUE CARS FORNEY MUSEUM OF TRANSPORTATION
presents Photography Club Saturdays. Build your portfolio with uninterrupted tripod photography time among antique cars. Sessions are offered the first Saturday of the month. Come for two hours before we open to the public. Registration required. Sessions limited to 25 participants. For a copy of the museum’s photo policy, including rules and regulations, email events@forneymuseum.org or call 303-297-1113. 2014 dates are Saturday, Sept. 6, Oct. 4, Nov. 1, Dec. 6. The museum is at 4303 Brighton Blvd., Denver.
HEALTH/WELLNESS AGELESS MOVEMENT CLASSES THE ARVADA CENTER
presents Ageless Movement classes for adults. Pilates for Ageless Adults is 10-11 a.m. Thursdays from Aug. 28 to Oct. 30. Ageless Boogie Jazz Dance is from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Fridays from Aug. 29 to Oct. 31. Call the box office at 720-898-7200for cost information and to
EDUCATION BOWLING, SILENT AUCTION FUNDRAISER THE AWEST FOUNDATION plans a bowling and silent auction fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 30, at Western Bowl, 10000 Ralston Road, Arvada. Unlimited bowling from 4-9 p.m., including shoes, costs $12 per person. Money raised will be used for scholarships. Go to https://sites.google.com/a/jeffcoschools.us/arvada-westfoundation/home. SALES TAX WORKSHOPS THE COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE offers workshops on sales tax law fundamentals. The workshops are open to the public and offer information on common sales tax topics to help businesses remain in compliance with Colorado tax law. Registration is required. Go to www.TaxSeminars.state.co.us (click on Live Workshops, then Main Class Schedule). Register under the Student tab, then sign up. The next classes are 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Sept. 2; Friday, Sept. 5; and Friday, Sept. 26, in Lakewood. CPE credits and training materials are available. COMMUNITY BIBLE STUDY COMMUNITY BIBLE STUDY Denver Northwest will begin Wednesday, Sept. 3. This is an interdenominational study for the community, meeting 9:30-11 a.m. Wednesdays at Arvada Covenant Church, 5555 Ward Road. Women of all ages and children from birth to age 11 are welcome. Visit www.denvernorthwest. cbsclass.org or contact Robin at 720-935-5024.
PRESCHOOL NATURE NUTS: ROTTING HOMES FIND OUT why animals pick out the homes they live in and discover the different types from at a preschool nature program 10:15-11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 4, at Lookout Mountain Nature Center, 910 Colorow Road, Golden. Program is for ages 3-5 years with an adult. Program limited to 15 preschoolers. Call 720-497-7600 or go to http://bit.ly/ LMNCEventbrite to register.
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The Arvada epicenter Multiple football titles possible in 2014 By Daniel Williams
dwilliams@colorado communitymedia.com ARVADA — The best high school football in Colorado is being played in Arvada. And not just in one part of the huge city but all over Arvada there are football programs who are all dreaming of not only league championships but of state championships. Pomona, Ralston Valley and Arvada West, all 5A Jeffco teams, all have grand plans of winning a league crown and then some. And all three teams will have a chance to beat each other up and the one who survives will likely claim a 5A Jeffco title, as well as be looked at as a legitimate contender to win a state championship. And then there is little-old Faith Christian, who annually produces one of the best lower classification football programs in the state. All four of these Arvada schools have designs on becoming an all-time great Arvada team and one of these teams may just fulfill that dream this season. Pomona may be Jeffco’s best bet to make a run at a 5A state championship. The Panthers were as talented as any team in the state last season (9-3, 4-1 in league) but they fell in the quarterfinals of the state playoffs to state runner-up Fairview in a 35-24 thriller. Head coach Jay Madden, who has built an empire at Pomona, lost a couple strong players to graduation but still says he has one of the best teams in the state coming back this season. “We have a chance to be really good this season,” Madden said. “But there are a bunch of other really good teams out there too. We will see.” Pomona returns senior Justin Roberts and will have a breakout star in Isaac Marquez, little brother of graduated Chris Marquez. The Panthers are legitimate state championship contenders this season.
Last year Faith Christian made a run all the way to the state championship game but fell short in a 28-19 loss to Platte Valley. But this season the Eagles look even stronger, led by hard-nosed players like sophomore Luke Eggers pictured here. Photo by Dan Williams About five minute west of Pomona is Ralston Valley, who also has a football team that will be aspiring to greatness. The Mustangs (7-4, 3-2 in league) had a better team than their overall record indicated last season. They were still competing at a high level while also being in the middle of a rebuild. Ralston Valley beat up Arapahoe in the first round of the playoffs last season but then fell to eventual state champion Valor Christian. But on Valor’s field after the game then-junior running back Andrew Wingard gathered his teammates and shouted: “Do not forget the way you are feeling right now (from this loss). We are going to us this as our motivation and
come back here next year and beat this team!” Strong words from the now-senior leader, but Wingard is also one of the strongest players in the state. He had 19 total touchdowns last season. Looking to join the party of elite 5A schools in Arvada West, who as a team has been just average over the past couple years (4-6, 2-3 in league). But the Wildcats have a new head coach in Brad Pyatt, who looks to be the perfect man to return AWest to greatness. Pyatt, an A-West alum, is also a former NFL veteran who was also a part of Arvada West’s 1997 state title team. Also getting a new head coach is Faith
Christian — not officially a Jeffco school but in the Jeffco district. The Eagles made a run all the way to the state title game but were knocked off by Platte Valley 28-19. But that team was also led by longtime head coach Blair Hubbard, who won three state championships at Faith Christian. Hubbard surprisingly left Faith for Lutheran over the offseason and the Eagles hired Ralph Nance to lead the program. But Hubbard didn’t leave Nance empty handed, as the Eagles return senior Daniel Langewisch, who was one of the state’s best running backs last season, producing over 1,700 rushing yards and 24 touchdowns.
Football Preview: Golden, Bear Creek on tap Wheat Ridge rebuilds while Jefferson and Standley Lake try to repeat success By Daniel Williams
dwilliams@colorado communitymedia.com Arvada: The Bulldogs have struggled over the past several seasons (1-9, 0-6 in league) but that is to be expected from a program that has had four different head coaches over an eight year span. But Arvada looks headed in the right direction under second year coach Matt Cisneros. Scoring points wasn’t the Bulldogs problem last season; Arvada had five games scoring at least 18 points and three games where they scored at least 34 points. And the offense will even be better this season. If Arvada’s defense can improve as well you see the Bulldogs start to win games. Keep your eye on: Senior quarterback Elias De la Rosa, who was solid as a junior leader last season. Bear Creek: The Bears have been rebuilding their program over the past several seasons (3-7, 1-4 in league) since the departure of head coach Tom Thenell who bailed on Bear Creek for Mullen’s head job, after the departure of Dave Logan. With a senior quarterback in Nick Madrid and several seasons to build his brand, coach Zach Morris has had plenty of time to implement his plan for the Bears’ future. This could be a make or break year for Morris
and Bear Creek. Keep your eye on: Junior running back Tomas Randolph, who was a pleasant surprise as an underclassmen last season averaging over four yards per carry. D’Evelyn: The Jaguars have built one of the winningest programs in Jeffco over the past decade (6-4, 3-3 in league) but this season could be interesting for D’Evelyn. The team lost a handful of key senior players but also had some of the best young talent in Jeffco last season. Therefore the Jaguars could either be in for a rebuild or that young talent could be ready to break out. Either way longtime coach Jeremy Bennett will have his D’Evelyn team again in the mix. Keep your eye on: Junior receiver Charlie Davis, who had five touchdowns last season in a limited role. Golden: The once proud Demons football program has fallen on hard times (1-9, 1-4 in league), with three consecutive onewin seasons. But that will happen when you have four different head coaches in an eight year span. Jason Neely is now in his third year as Golden head coach and it is time that the program starts to win games. The Demons showed improvement down the stretch last season. Keep your eye on: Junior quarterback Trent Morris, who will be asked to get the tarnish off the Golden football program. Green Mountain: The Rams have been trying to break through over the past few seasons (5-5, 2-3 in league) but they didn’t have the goods to be an impact football
Jefferson football had an incredible resurgence last season under head coach and alum Anthony Rankin. But after several senior losses it is yet to be seen if the Saints can like up to their own new standards this season. Photo by Dan Williams team. This year under second year head coach Jared Wallen Green Mountain looks like the kind of team ready to take that next step forward. The Rams will be led by senior running back Chance Boyce who recorded 10 touchdowns last season. Keep your eye on: Senior receiver Sean Carlson, who averaged over 12 yards per catch last season. Jefferson: The Saints were one of the best stories in Colorado high school athletics last season. Jefferson had won only three games total over the past decade un-
til head coach and alum Anthony Rankin revived the program which went on to go 8-3 last season (5-2 in league) and qualify for the playoffs. The question now is can the Saints maintain that same level or play this season? It will be tough considering the loss of several impact seniors. Keep your eye on: Junior running back Tarico Rockette, who will be asked to be a standout player this season. Lakewood: The new-look Tigers will Golden continues on Page 19
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Cutthroats suspend their operations Staff Report The Central Hockey League (CHL) has announced that the Denver Cutthroats have suspended operations, effective immediately, and will not compete in the 2014-15 season. The team will look to secure additional investors with the hope of returning for the 2015-16 campaign. Any players signed to contracts for Denver for the upcoming season became free
agents immediately. “We feel the Denver market remains a strong, viable area for minor league hockey, and has an ownership group that is passionate about making it work,” said Steve Ryan, CHL commissioner. “We are confident that with time, they will return to the ice and re-establish themselves in the community for the years ahead. “The league would like to thank the Denver Cutthroats ownership, team management and their loyal fans for their support, dedication and enthusiasm.”
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be led by new head coach Jeff Braun who replaces longtime coach Mark Robinson. Braun inherited a team that won only three games last season (3-7, 2-3 in league), but the program also won 12 games just three seasons ago. Moreover, Lakewood has a rich history and it might not be long before Braun has the Tigers back on top. Plus they return several big contributors from last year’s team. Keep your eye on: Senior running back Sean Pinson, who could be one of the best running backs in the state this season. Standley Lake: The Gators were quietly a very strong outfit last season (8-3, 3-2 in league). Standley Lake 10 years ago was
a 0-10 team that head coach Don Morse has turned into one of the winningest programs in Jeffco. And a decade later the Gators have a team that is in the mix to win a league title, led by senior quarterback Jacob Narango, who was awesome as a junior last season. Keep your eye on: Senior running back John Ruiz-Perez, who averaged over seven yards per carry last season. Wheat Ridge: The legendary Farmers’ football program was in the press for all the wrong reasons last season with the departure of longtime and super successful head coach Reid Kahl. Kahl was forced out the door and Wheat Ridge settled on Poudre’s Dan Reardon as their new head coach, but it is yet to be seen if Reardon can maintain the same type of success that Kahl created. Expect the very proud Wheat Ridge program to rally around the new coach and stay in the mix as one of the elite teams in 4A football.
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Lakewood, Bear Creek gymnastics on verge Cancer surviving coach fundraiser scheduled By Daniel Williams
dwilliams@colorado communitymedia.com LAKEWOOD - One Lakewood gymnastics team is on the verge of greatness. Another is looking to reestablish itself as a power. Lakewood’s gymnastics team finished in the middle of the pack in last season’s Jeffco League Champions with a team score of 166.425. Bear Creek finished two spots below the Tigers with a score of 154.25, near the bottom of the standings. But this season both teams believe they have an opportunity to win a Jeffco League Championship, as well as compete among the state’s best teams. The 2014 version of the Lakewood Tigers looks like one of the school’s best teams in years, as they return nearly their entire team. In addition, the Tigers have one of the strongest incoming groups of freshman in the state, leading coach Mary Beth Atremis to boast about her program. “We are going to have a very, very strong team returning plus we have a great group of incomers,” Artemis said. The Tigers from top to bottom maybe Jeffco best product this year as the team features gymnastics like senior Hannah Roshack and freshman talents like Kiki Neff. “We really have a great group this year
and I think by season’s end we will be one of the top ten teams in the state,” Artemis added. Just south on Wadsworth is Bear Creek, who has one of the proudest gymnastics’ programs in the history of Colorado preps. The Bears have won 11 state championships with their last coming in 2010. But second year head coach Mallory Poplaski is starting to rebrand the Bears’ program, which looks headed in the right direction. Last season Bear Creek continued to improve individual and team scores throughout the season and by season’s end qualified two seniors for state. The Bears now have a strong sophomore group, along with several other talented gymnasts, and Bear Creek looks ready to climb back up the mountain. “We have several goals that we are going to try and achieve this season including making it to state as a team,” Poplaski said. “We have a good group coming back and we think we can compete with anyone in our league.” The Bears will feature a trio of gymnasts who will help revive the program and who will all be amongst the best in Jeffco this season. Senior Julia Johnson, sophomore Laura Studley and freshman Maddie Pettit will all be athletes to watch this season. Those who want to support Jeffco gymnastics and a great cause need to stop by Lakewood High School will be hosting the 9th Annual Think Pink Meet to raise awareness for Breast Cancer on Sept. 27. Longtime Lakewood coach Mary Beth Artemis is a 10-year survivor of breast cancer and all proceeds from the meet are donated to Denver Komen Foundation.
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MERCHANDISE Appliances GE Apartment size washer/dryer uses 110, Used only 1 year Paid $2000 asking $1400 obo
(303)396-2000
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies. 7 Weeks old, 3 boys and 1 girl available. Ruby AKC registered. Both parents are on site. Prices start at $1500.00 303-912-0871
TRANSPORTATION Autos for Sale 2007 GMC 3500 Duramax Diesel with Allison Transmission 4x4 Crew Cab w/8' bed, matching topper 144,000 miles asking $25,000 (303)400-5170 93" Honda Accord LX Original Owner - Good Condition 4 mounted snow tires included 154,000 miles $2,200.00 303-748-6774
Motorcycles/ATV’s
Clothing Ladies Clothes
Evening Gowns, better dresses, casual clothes Sizes 4, 6 & 8 all classic, not trendy, worn once or never worn, cash only, Littleton 303-332-3235
1985 FXRS 1 owner, 54k, black, full of extras, $6000/obo Arvada (970)471-1101
Free Stuff FREE SOFA COUCH you haul away 303-717-1228
50cc Scooter
Furniture 2 wooden stools 29" high $30 takes both 303-979-9534 Kroelher Formal Living Room Sofa and matching Chair Beige/ Brown, like new condition $300 Bedroom Set by Palliser solid oak headboard consists of 2 piers w/bridge, ladies dresser/mens Armour exc. cond. orig. $4000 askin $1500 720-842-4895 / 720-800-5893
FAST TREES
Grow 8-12 feet yearly. $17-$23 delivered. Potted. Brochure online:
Tonneau Cover fits 2007-2012 Silverado $300 (719)646-7007
RV’s and Campers
2011 Avalanche
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Poulan PRO PR621ES Snow thrower, 208CC single stage 21". Used only 2 winters $195 720-244-3145
PETS
Parts
2006 Jayco Eagle 30' 5th wheel RV Trailer w/a slide out, excellent condition $16,500 303-840-1231
Miscellaneous
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Kymco Like 50cc scooter in excellent condition. A fun ride for scootin’ around. Ample storage. Only 900 miles on odometer. Carries 2 passengers. 80-85 miles per gallon. Special license not required. $1,800 includes scooter, 2 helmets, lock, and cover. 303-525-2462.
5th Wheel 30' fully self contained 3 slides, asking $37,500 (303)400-5170 Divorce Must Sell: Beautiful Custom '03 Beaver' Contessa Class A motorcoach, 55k miles. Reduced $12,000. to $67,900. Decorator interior, real Cherry Cabinetry, Italian tile, full paint loaded with new upgrades, 370 hp Cummins Diesel. NO DEALERS 303-875-4209
Wanted Cash for all Cars and Trucks Under $1000 Running or not. Any condition
(303)741-0762 bestcashforcars.com
DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK, BOAT, RV; Running or not, to www.developmentaldisabled.org Tax deductible! 303-659-8086. 14 years of service
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ARIES (Mar 21 to Apr 19) Despite your Aries penchant for wanting to tackle a problem head-on, you might want to take a little more time to see how a current situation develops. It could surprise you. TAURUS (Apr 20 to May 20) TTaking on the role of peacemaker in a disruptive environment is a challenge. But you can do it. Just continue to have the same faith in yourself that so many others have in you. GEMINI (May 21 to Jun 20) Although your work schedule keeps you busy, you should make time to start preparing for that important upcoming family event you’ll want to celebrate in a special way.
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CANCER (Jun 21 to Jul 22) Home is where the Moon Child wants to be early in the week. But by week’s end, a chance to travel raises her or his excitement level, and that of the lucky person who gets to go along. LEO (Jul 23 to Aug 22) Be careful not to be a copycat when dealing with someone who uses unfair or even unkind methods to reach a goal. As always, do the right thing the right way, and you’ll win in the end. VIRGO (Aug 23 to Sept 22) An offer could have many good things attached to it that are not apparent at first glance, including a chance to move into another career area. You might want to check out its possibilities. LIBRA (Sept 23 to Oct 22) With responsibilities surging both in the workplace and in the home, it’s important to prioritize how you deal with them. Be patient. Pressures will begin to ease starting early next week. SCORPIO (Oct 23 to Nov 21) A positive reaction to a suggestion could indicate that you’re on track for getting your message to the right people. Devote the weekend to catching up with the special people in your life. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 to Dec 21) A new attitude from those in charge could make things difficult for you unless you can accept the changes without feeling as if you’re being pressured into doing so. CAPRICORN (Dec 22 to Jan 19) Family matters once again dominate much of the week. But don’t neglect your workplace duties while you deal with them. An offer to help could come from a surprising source. AQUARIUS (Jan 20 to Feb 18) A difficult workplace situation begins to ease, but there still are matters that need to be dealt with before it’s fully resolved. There’s also a more positive turn in domestic relationships. PISCES (Feb 19 to Mar 20) Don’t let yourself be rushed into making a decision about an intriguing financial arrangement. Asking questions and checking it out now could pay off in a big way later on. BORN THIS WEEK: You might have a tendency to be more than a bit judgmental, but others understand it comes from a warm, loving heart. © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.
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CLUBS ONGOING ACTIVITIES, ONGOING / BUSINESS GROUPS MONDAYS OPEN MIC Living Water Unity Spiritual Community presents open mic night –
celebrate your teen self 4:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. This program gives teens the opportunity to express their performing art including voice and instrument, acting, poetry, stand-up comedy, mime, etc. Open to all students in sixth to 12th grades. Email bellbottoms809@gmail.com.
JEFFERSON COUNTY Republican Men’s Club meets 7-9 a.m. Mondays at the
Howard Johnson Denver West, 12100 W. 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge. Call Fred Holden at 303-421-7619 for more information. All are welcome, not just Republican men from Jefferson County.
TUESDAYS FEDERAL EMPLOYEES The Lakewood Chapter of Retired and Active Federal
Employees meets each second Tuesday at the Episcopal Church, 10th and Garrison. Call Ann Ornelas at 303-517-8558 with questions.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN Team Survivor, a health, education and fitness program for
women of all abilities who have experienced cancer or are currently in treatment, offers weekly free, fun, supportive activities. Tuesdays, 10 a.m., Boulder Creek Walk (meet at Boulder Public Library main entrance). Tuesday, 11-11:30 a.m., Yoga, Boulder Senior Center, 909 Arapahoe Avenue. Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., Fitness Training, Boulder Center for Sports Medicine, 311 Mapleton Avenue (entrance on Maxwell Avenue.). Learn more at rockymtn-teamsurvivor.org.
Services Bathrooms
Electricians
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ARVADA BIZ Connection www.meetup.com/Arvada-Business-Connection/ is an
informal networking event that brings together local entrepreneurs. Meetings are 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at various restaurants in Olde Town Arvada. A $5 fee is collected from each attendee, which is then donated to a local charity at the end of each quarter. The 4th Quarter Charity is the Dan Peak Foundation who assists families in need. For information, call Micki Carwin at 303-997-9098.
BUFFALO TOASTMASTERS meets 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. the first and third
Wednesdays at the Jefferson County Government Building, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden. Toastmasters is an international organization that is a fun and supportive environment to learn and practice public speaking and leadership skills. All are welcome. More information is available at www.buffalotoastmasters.org.
MUSIC TEACHERS Association Suburban Northwest meets 9:30 a.m. to noon the first Wednesday of the month at Community in Christ Church, 12229 W. 80th Ave., Arvada. Meetings are open to the public and include refreshments, business meeting and program featuring music teaching professionals from around the state lecturing on the latest teaching developments.
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Carpentry Carpenter/Handyman:
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first Wednesday of each month from September to May. Our mission is to achieve equity for all women in the workplace through advocacy, education and information. Call Marcia at 303-827-3283 to RSVP.
THURSDAYS BUSINESS SPIRITUALITY Business Honoring Spirituality meets 7-9 a.m. every Thursday at the Community Center of Mile Hi Church, 9079 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood. Meetings include networking, a brief meditation by a licensed practitioner, guest speaker and breakfast. For additional information, visit www.bhsmilehi.org or call Patty Whitelock at 303-274-0933. COMMUNITY COFFEE Join Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp on the fourth Thursday of each month to talk about issues that are important to you. Community Coffee will be from 7-8 a.m. at La Dolce Vita, Ice Cream Room, 5756 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada; and from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Panera Bread, 10450 Town Center Drive, Westminster. INVESTORS’ MEETINGS The Rocky Mountain Inventors Association meets 6:30-
8:30 p.m. the fourth Thursday of every month (excluding November and December) at Vesta Technology, 13050 W. 43rd Drive, Suite 300, Golden. Presentations in marketing, manufacturing, engineering, finance, business and legal, followed by networking. Go online to www.rminventor.org for details.
FRIDAYS CALMUP JOURNEY Prefer to help yourself rather than do the coaching or psycho-
therapy thing? Let me share free information about the CalmUp Journey, a one-page self-examination worksheet for men and women. Join me for coffee or tea 8-9 a.m. most Fridays at Whole Foods Market Belmar, 444 S. Wadsworth Blvd. in Lakewood. Let me know you’re planning to be there so we’re sure to connect. Contact www. DrLorieGose.com or 303-500-2340.
GOLDEN GATE Community Grange, 25201 Golden Gate Canyon Road, has meet-
ings at 7 p.m. the second Friday of the month. Activities include yoga, dances, eggmania, special wildlife programs, holiday craft fair. Grange hall available for rental for weddings, parties, reunions, etc. Call Rich Phillips at 303-277-1933 or go to www.goldengategrange.com. New members welcome.
SATURDAYS COLORADO CITIZENS for Peace meets 10:30-11:30 a.m. every Saturday at the intersections of West 52nd and Wadsworth Boulevard to try to bring an end to the wars. Signs will be furnished for those who do not have them. Contact Cindy Lowry at 303-431-1228 or waylonthecat.lowry@yahoo.com. MEDITATION CLASSES Various styles of meditation will be explored from
9:30-10:30 a.m. each Saturday at PranaTonic, 807 14th St., Golden. We’ll begin with a short introduction to meditation and what to expect followed by a meditation period of 30-40 minutes and time at the end for group discussion. Call 303-2745733. Visit www.PranaTonic.com.
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ROCKY MOUNTAIN Team Survivor, a health, education and fitness program for
women of all abilities who have experienced cancer or are currently in treatment, offers weekly free, fun, supportive activities. Tuesdays, 10 a.m., Boulder Creek Walk (meet at Boulder Public Library main entrance). Tuesday, 11-11:30 a.m., Yoga, Boulder Senior Center, 909 Arapahoe Avenue. Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., Fitness Training, Boulder Center for Sports Medicine, 311 Mapleton Avenue (entrance on Maxwell Avenue.). Learn more at rockymtn-teamsurvivor.org.
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WEDNESDAYS AMERICAN LEGION Auxiliary presents Burger Nite, 5-7:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Post 178, 1655 Simms St., Lakewood. Members, their guests and active military invited for varied food and reasonable prices. Visit www.alpost178.org.
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Pet Care & Services
Raz’s Grooming AFFORDABLE HOME DOG GROOMING WHERE PETS ARE FAMILY
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GREENE'S REMODELING
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Most stumps $75.00 $45 Minimum. Free estimates. Licensed & Insured. 33 years experience. A father and son team!
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Home Remodeling Specialists, Inc. * Bath * Kitch Remodels * Bsmt Finishes * Vinyl Windows * Patio Covers * Decks 30+ yrs. exp. George (303)252-8874
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