April 7, 2016 VOLUME 92 | ISSUE 34
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A DAY FOR ENGINEERS TIME TO CELEBRATE The Seder dinner, which includes songs and stories, is an important part of Passover celebrations. PAGE 12
Teacher turnover figures see increase Jeffco has new board, new climate, after growing number of teachers leaving By Crystal Anderson Canderson@coloradocommunitymedia.com
Colorado School of Mines students proudly wave an American flag and their Mines Activities Council flag in Civic Center Park in downtown Denver. Thousands of students participated in the Ore Cart Pull, a 7.5-mile walk along Colfax which is part of the Colorado School of Mines’ Engineer’s Days, in the morning of April 1. Find more pictures from the event on PAGE 5. Photo courtesy of Colorado School of Mines
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Chanda Plan Foundation Executive Director Chanda Hinton-Leichtle founded the nonprofit in 2005 after her own life was saved by integrated therapies. Hinton-Leichtle has been paralyzed below the chest since age 9, when an accidental shooting severed her spinal cord. The program is offered at provider locations throughout the nation and also free-of-charge at a small facility in Lakewood, but the group is working on a new 6,000-square-foot home to be finished by year’s end. Courtesy photo
Chanda clinic helps locals with injury and illness By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com Spinal cord injuries are some of the most life-changing events that can happen to a person. Chanda Hinton-Leichtle experienced this firsthand at 9 years old, when she was paralyzed below the chest as the result of an accidental shooting. “I had a lot of health complications, was eventually bed-bound and I weighed only 69 pounds at age 21,” Hinton-Leichtle said. “Eventually my doctors and I had to find a new way to address my health in a preventative and proactive way.” She said relief from near constant pain came from integrative therapies — activities like acupuncture, massage and adaptive yoga. “I learned this story wasn’t just mine alone,” Hinton-Leichtle said. “There were so many similar stories from people who found healing in these therapies.” The results of the integrated approach are reduced pain and need for pain medication, lessened time spent at medical visits, and increased hours engaged in community or work, she added.
Along with her sister Crystal Hinton, Hinton-Leitchtle started the Chanda Plan Foundation in 2005 to provide direct access to integrative therapies for treatment of spinal cord injuries muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, spina bifida and brain injury. And after more than 10 years, the Chanda Plan is seeing significant growth in the services it provides the patients it can reach. Currently, Chanda Plan programs are offered at provider locations throughout the nation and also free-of-charge at a small facility in Lakewood, 8725 W.14th Ave., Suite 170. But that facility isn’t going to be small for long. The Plan is working on a new 6,000-square-foot Patient Centered Medical Home, which will house all services under one roof, as well as primary care options from the Metro Community Provider Network. “We reached out to the people we serve and asked what needs of theirs aren’t being addressed,” Hinton-Leitchtle said. “We heard that they wanted primary care that has a deeper understanding of the disabilities they are facing.” The facility will be finished around December, and the Chanda Plan is working on a capital campaign to Chanda continues on Page 9
At the end of 2015, the Jefferson County School district welcomed in a completely new board of education, and a culture shift. But recent stats from the Colorado Department of Education shows, while change might be in the air, the number of teachers leaving the district is still on an upwards trend, with 789 teachers leaving the district in 2015. “Jefferson County School District reported a 16.3 percent teacher turnover rate in 2015-16,” said Jeremy Meyer, the assistant director of communications for the department, reporting on the 2015 numbers. “While that percentage is still below the state average of 17.05 percent, Jeffco — over the past three years — has seen that gap narrow each year.” In 2014, Jeffco had 710 teachers or 14.7 percent leave their positions, and in 2013 — prior to the former board majority’s election — that number was 10.71 percent. Those numbers include teachers that took jobs with other districts, left teaching, obtained administrative promotions, or retire. Turnover continues on Page 6
CHAMPS ARE BACK It may be a longshot, but the Rams baseball team aspires to stay on top of 4A with a little help from the mound. PAGE 19
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About me… I graduated from Lakewood High School last year — I was in the IB (International Baccalaureate) program there and also played soccer for the school. I also like to volunteer at the Jeffco Action Center and was captain of the mock trial team. Now I’m a University of Colorado Freshman studying business with a minor in Spanish. The internship… One day in class I came across fliers for the CalRob Venture Group internship program, which accepts interns from all over the country as part of its entrepreneur program. I was accepted into the program, which sets me up with a house painting business that I have to run until August. Each intern is assigned a particular zip code as their territory. I do everything from hiring the painters and the marketers to overseeing the employees and working with our customers. Right now I’m doing the hiring and marketing, and we’ll start painting houses in May through August, until I go back to school. Running my business so far… House painting is a pretty successful business model, so that’s why CalRob made that their model. We give free, no obligation estimates to people, which is helpful as well. I’m still looking for employees, and have
Lakewood High School graduate Brianne Mundt is a CalRob Venture Group intern, which includes running her own house-painting business for a year. Courtesy photo been going to colleges like Red Rocks to find them. The people I’m looking for need to be physically able, dependable, professional and want to be part of a good work environment. I’m coming to Lakewood every weekend to work on marketing for this, so my social life has been declining a bit, but I enjoy this. Why I wanted to participate… The goal of the CalRob program is to train students and give them experience running a business. I was able to attend several seminars on the ins and outs of running a business, and I have a personal consultant to help me learn. This is such a unique, real life experience and it pays at the same time. I’m most looking forward to seeing the results, especially since right now I’m one of the most successful interns. In addition to hiring four employees, I’ve also sold five jobs, and raised $7,000 in revenue. I’m just excited to see everything come together. I love interacting with people, and it’s so great that I get this experience. Plus, I hope to make an impact on the community—- a portion of my profits will be donated to Rocky Mountain Cancer Center Anyone with an interest in reaching Mundt to set up an estimate can contact her at 303406-1358 or brimundt9@gmail.com. If you have suggestions for My Name I’s ..., contact Clarke Reader at creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com.
‘Reality TV’ candidacy a hard lesson in reality Mark Kroll, 22, is alarmed. Katie Pickrell, 17, is disappointed. Sianna Elmanouzi, 22, is quite baffled. The reason for their reactions? The 2016 Republican presidential camAnn Macari paign, defined by uncultured, crass, Healey hateful vocabulary and behavior typically more reflective of the worst in reality TV than a contest for the leader of our country. Much of the blame, these young people say, rests with Donald Trump, the billionaire real-estate mogul who has used his trademark offensive — and bigoted — bluntness to somehow rally enough supporters to move him to the front of the Republican pack. “I would like to think no one believes those things,” says Elmanouzi, a fiscal conservative and social justice liberal who registered as a Republican when she voted in her first presidential election four years ago. “But I’ve been overwhelmed by how much support he’s received. So it makes me second-guess what kind of society we live in.” Me, too. Regardless of where we fall on the political spectrum, Trump’s mean, simpleminded, often racist and sexist rhetoric shouldn’t be celebrated or replicated. And yet it has been. His campaign rallies draw overflow crowds. A recent NBC News/Survey Monkey weekly election tracking poll shows Trump has the support of 48 percent of registered Republicans and Republican-leaners. His abrasive style has lowered the bar of what’s acceptable to debate among candidates — from penises to wives — and degenerated
the conversation into playground-like name-calling and gloss-overs. “Respect,” Pickrell says, “is missing ...” Pickrell, who turns 18 in time to vote in November, has been canvassing for Democrat Bernie Sanders. She likes his focus on the environment and education, among other issues. Although energized by contributing to the political process, she’s also been shocked by what Trump’s influence has uncovered. “He’s kind of solidified (people) can be prejudiced or bigoted toward other people,” she says. “We’re taught you can’t say things based on skin color or where people come from, but he has done just that ... It’s almost like they were waiting for Donald Trump to come around and to say it’s OK to think things like that.” Mark Kroll, who graduates in May with a sociology degree from Coe College in Iowa, echoes Pickrell’s belief. People “have these views, have this rhetoric in their everyday vocabulary with their friends, family …” he says. “Now they have someone who’s talking like them — that’s kind of the scary thing about it.” Kim Gorgens, a clinical associate professor of psychology at University of Denver, also concurs. Research shows Trump “is a mouthpiece for a large percentage of the populace who hold these beliefs — much like pushing the Like button on a reply for Facebook or thumbs-up on Reddit for ugly sentiments,” Gorgens says. The rise in bullying rhetoric — of the acceptance of “cruelty and exclusion” — to such national prominence doesn’t necessarily surprise Gorgens. Psychologists and sociologists have been sounding the alarm for at least a decade, she says: A society increasingly separated from one another by Healey continues on Page 9
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Did You Sell to Your Listing Agent’s Buyer? You Might Have Left Money on the Table With today’s limited inventory of active listeven put on the MLS. And I showed in that ings, the Colorado Real Estate Commission article that the sellers of those homes did not, in (CREC) is concerned that some agents are the aggregate, get as much money for their feathering their own nests by withhomes as did the sellers of homes REAL ESTATE which went under contract in the holding listings from the MLS to inTODAY crease their chances of selling their following 10 days. own listings and not splitting their Specifically, of the homes which commissions with another agent. were listed as under contract the One strategy is to put a “coming day they were posted on the MLS, soon” sign in front of the house for only 15.7% sold for more than their an extended period of time, during listing price. More than 50% of the which it might attract showings and homes which went under contract in contracts directly with the listing the following three days sold above agent. This is what’s called a pocket their listing price. Sometimes, a pre-MLS sale is listing. Once a listing is put on the MLS, exactly what the seller wants. By JIM SMITH, all other agents can see it and sell it. What the CREC cares about is that ® Realtor When another agent sells the listing, the listing agent has advised the then the listing agent shares his commission seller that he may get less money by accepting with that agent. the first offer he receives. I have had sellers say As the number of active listings has dried up to me, “Yes, I understand, but I don’t want the and it has become a “seller’s market,” this prac- stress of showings and more offers!” In that tice of withholding listings from the MLS has case I make sure I have an email or other proof become more common. that I had that conversation. Recognizing the surge in withheld listings, the For an agent to convince his seller to accept CREC issued a position statement, CP-44, on an offer from his or her own buyer before exposJune 3, 2015, which said in part: ing the listing to other buyers via the MLS is, in “If the property is being marketed as ‘coming my opinion, not only in violation of license law soon’ in an effort for the listing broker to acquire but also of the Realtor Code of Ethics. Article 1 a buyer and ‘double end’ the transaction, this of the Code requires Realtors to “protect and would be a violation of the license law because promote the interest of their client.,” and Article the broker is not exercising reasonable skill and 3 states that they “shall cooperate with other care. If the broker is a single agent for the seller brokers except when cooperation is not in the or landlord, the broker may be viewed by the client’s best interest.” Commission as also failing to promote the interReal estate licensees are getting away with ests of the seller or landlord with the utmost this violation of ethics and law because the good faith, loyalty and fidelity. Finally, a broker CREC can only respond to complaints, and it’s who places the importance of his commission hard for a seller to know that the full-price or above his duties, responsibilities or obligations above-full-price sale of his home was not the to the consumer who has engaged him is pracbest that he or she could have received. ticing business in a manner that endangers the However, if you are one of the hundreds of interest of the public.” sellers who have sold your home before it was In my Feb. 18th column, I wrote that generally put on the MLS and suspect that your agent 5% (or less) of listings are sold by the listing convinced you to accept the offer because he agent. However, I calculated that 48% of the made more commission, you owe it to yourlistings sold on the day they were listed on the selves and the integrity of our industry to file a MLS during January of this year were sold by complaint with the Division of Real Estate, which the listing agent. To me that is proof positive will investigate it. You can do it easily online at than most of them were sold before they were www.colorado.gov/dora/division-real-estate.
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This magnificent home at 8715 Tall $609,000 Grass Place is in the Fairways subdivision of Lone Tree, near Lincoln Avenue and Yosemite Street. That puts it less than a mile from the Sky Ridge Medical Center and just over a mile from the Park Meadows Mall. Although close to both I25 and C-470, the home is in a super quiet cul-de-sac with many features that will appeal to today’s high-end buyers. It has a 3-car garage, a fenced yard (plus a sepVideo Tour at www.LoneTreeHome.info arate sunning patio with privacy fence), a main-floor master suite, 2 upstairs guest bedrooms and loft, plus a finished basement with a family room, additional bedroom and lots of storage space. A main-floor piano room would also work fine as a home office or study. Like some but not all homes in this subdivision, this home has a concrete tile roof that is hail resistant and will lower your insurance premium. Take a narrated video tour at the website above, then ask for a private showing. Or come to our open house this Saturday, 1-4 pm. See you there!
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I have listed and sold several Golden Pines condos over the years, but this is $125,000 definitely the nicest! It has two bedrooms and one bath and 773 square feet of space, plus a storage closet and eastfacing deck. A complete rehab was done a few years ago and there are beautiful finishes throughout — new kitchen, new bathroom, new carpeting, new vinyl windows, fresh drywall and paint, and more! The tenant, who is paying $990 per month, would very much like to stay but is on a Video Tour at www.GoldenPinesCondo.info month-to-month lease and could be displaced by an owner occupant. If you keep her and her young daughter, you’ll find her to be an excellent tenant — a full-time minister who keeps a very clean home. (Check out the pictures and video tour at the above website.) No open house, but call 303-525-1851 for a private showing.
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By Clarke Reader creader@colorado communitymedia.com Belmar is always a busy place, particularly nearer the weekend. But there was extra traffic on Friday, April 1, as the business community and local leaders gathered to celebrate another restaurant that has made the area home. Tstreet Roadhouse, 445 S. Teller St., opened its doors in grand style with free food, drinks and the everlasting funk tones of local band Funkiphino. “We’re a Colorado born and bred grill with diverse dining experiences,” said Dillon Bolders, president of operations at Tstreet, during the festivities. “We’re open for breakfast, lunch, happy hour and dinner every day, and are excited to be here in Belmar.” The restaurant’s aesthetic is modern and steely, which made it the perfect place for an early evening party to kick off the weekend. Aesthetically, the restaurant drew its inspiration from a modern kitchen, which are illustrated During the event, members of the West Chamber and other Lakewood movers and shakers were able to sample Shishito
The West Chamber helped Tstreet Roadhouse in Belmar celebrate its opening on April 1. Photo by Clarke Reader peppers, gyros and duck while learning about the restaurant and its parent company. Tstreet is owned by Colorado’s Roadhouse Hospitality Group, which owns 18 restaurants around the state like the Wazee Lounge and Supper Club and Spanky’s Urban Roadhouse. The pride of Tstreet is its burgers, and its chef, James Doxon, said he’s looking forward to getting creative as the kitchen gets up and running. As much of the food as possible is locally grown, which is a point of pride for the staff and ownership. When Funkiphino started playing around 7 p.m., they were
instantly joined by guests dancing to soul classics like Earth, Wind and Fire’s “September” and Toto’s “Rosanna.” “We want to create a relaxing lounge for every occasion,” Bolders said. “The feedback we’ve been receiving so far has been great.” Belmar resident Judy Davis is already a fan of the restaurant. She stopped in for Tstreet’s soft opening, and was back again on April 1. “I love all the restaurants in the area, and I’m getting to know them here,” she said. “I can already recommend the prime rib sandwich, which is delicious.”
Lakewood celebrates all things Earth Day again this year with a range of events from April 16 to April 25 to commemorate the global holiday. The annual free Earth Day Celebration is 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 16 at the Lakewood Heritage Center, 801 S. Yarrow St. The event showcases companies, agencies and organizations that provide products, services and resources for residents and businesses to make sustainable choices. Demonstrations include beekeeping, composting and keeping backyard chickens, and festival sponsor Front Range Lumber will be giving away tree saplings. The event includes a free bike valet, kids play area, good eats and a beer garden with local brews. Denver rocker Rob Drabkin will be playing as well as singer and songwriter Lara Ruggles and folk artist Gabrielle Louise. Fee-based electronics recycling will be available next-door at the Iron Gate office building, 777 S. Yarrow St. Details at Lakewood.org/ EarthDayCelebration. Staff from Lakewood’s Urban Parks Division will be at the Whole Foods in Belmar, 444 S. Wadsworth Blvd. for
a Community Gives Day at Whole Foods, 10 am. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 20. They will be handing out tree seedlings and vegetable seed packets as well as answering plant and gardening questions. Whole Foods Market will donate 5 percent of its sales from its Belmar store for the day to the City of Lakewood to assist with the purchase of trees to restore the areas affected by flooding in Lakewood’s Bear Creek Lake Park. There will also be an Earth Day Project, 8 a.m. to noon, Saturday April 23 at Bear Creek Lake Park, 15600 W. Morrison Road. Park staff will host volunteer projects at the park like trail maintenance, site restoration and tree planting. A light breakfast and lunch will be served. Register by April 18 at 303697-6159 or Lakewood.org/ BCLPevents. Finally, the city’s annual Sustainability Awards are on Monday, April 25. There is a reception at 6 p.m. and the awards presentation is at 7 p.m. City Council will recognize the 2016 Sustainability Awards winners for individuals, youth, businesses and Lakewood employees. For more information about the awards, visit Lakewood. org/SustainabilityAwards. Learn more about the city’s events at Lakewood.org/ EarthDay.
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A crowd watches a boat go down Clear Creek in Golden on April 2. The Cardboard Boat Race is one of the activities part of the Colorado School of Mines’ three-day Engineer’s Days. Photo by Marcia Gresty
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A group of students walk with Blaster on their trek along Colfax Avenue from Golden to Civic Center Park in downtown Denver. The Ore Cart Pull, an annual tradition of the Colorado School of Mines’ Engineer’s Days, was the morning of April 1. Photo courtesy of Colorado School of Mines Brandon Weihl, a sophomore studying mechanical engineering, competes in the caber toss during the Colorado School of Mines’ Engineer’s Days’ Field Day, which took place in the afternoon on April 1 on the Colorado School of Mines campus. Photo by Christy Steadman
School of Mines students participate in Engineer’s Days
By Christy Steadman csteadman@colorado communitymedia.com Thousands of students participated in the events Colorado School of Mines’ annual Engineer’s Days (EDays). E-Days this year kicked off on March 30, however, the main events took place March 31-April 2. Highlights of EDays include a 7.5 mile voyage along Colfax to the state capitol, field day competitions and an Into the Streets event with various entertainment on April 1; and a mining competition, cardboard boat race, carnival and fireworks display on April 2. An all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast concluded E-days on April 3. To learn more about E-days, visit www.minesactivitiescouncil.com.
RRCC Celebrates National Week of the Young Child Red Rocks Community College invites the local and college community to come together for children during the Week of the Young Child (April 10-16). As part of the national Week of the Young Child, celebrated across the country, Red Rocks is honoring young children and all those who make a difference in children’s lives. The departments of Childcare Innovations, Early Childhood Education (ECE) and the Children’s Center, in partnership
with Triad Early Childhood Council, have organized an event from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Thursday, April 7 in the Grand Foyer at RRCC’s Lakewood campus. Participants will have opportunity to get information about various community resources available to young children and their families. In addition, children’s “Art and Documentation of Learning” will be on display April 1-13 in the college halls. Children’s art from various early childhood programs located in the community will be on display in the east hallway on campus. 240 Union hosts education fundraiser Lakewood’s 240 Union restaurant, 240
Union Blvd., hosts a dine in support of education event Tuesday, April 26. During the event, 25 percent of food proceeds from lunch and dinner sales will go to the the Swede Johnson Memorial Scholarship. Reservations are accepted, and can be made by calling 303-989-3562. State Historian Patty Limerick to speak at LWV Annual Meeting The public is invited to join the League of Women Voters of Jefferson County for its Tuesday, April 26, Annual Meeting and luncheon at the Historic Molly Brown Summer House, 2690 S. Wadsworth Blvd. The event is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Reservation deadline April 15. The guest speaker is Colorado’s new state historian Patty Limerick who will speak about her passions and explore the history of Colorado. A Summer House tour is available after the meeting for $8. The cost is $27 per person and checks payable to LWVJeffco must be mailed to the League of Women Voters of Jefferson County, 1425 Brentwood St., Suite 7, Lakewood 80214 by Friday, April 15. For more information, call the League at 303-238-0032 or visit www.lwvjeffco. org. Briefs continues on Page 16
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committed to becoming a place where people want to live out their careers. “Jeffco, like all districts, wants to retain our effective teachers,” she said. “Back in 2005 and 2006 we had teacher turnover rates that approached 14 percent, so we certainly see turnover as a cyclical event, but our Board of Education has been clear — they want Jeffco to be a destination district.” Turnover was a point of contention among community members, teachers, staff and board members during the 2015 elections. Following the November 2013 election of Ken Witt, John Newkirk and Julie Williams to the board of education the district saw 1,499 teachers leave their positions in two years. While the departure rate grew roughly 2 percent per year, the board approved pay raises for teachers who were rated “effective” or “highly effective.” “It is my hope that Jeffco residents recognize that 789 teachers changing jobs (in 2015), some leaving the district and some promoting, out of about 5,500 teachers, is not an unusually high turnover — parents only need to consider their own children’s classroom experiences to realize that some turnover is always needed,” said Witt, Jeffco’s former board president. “With teacher tenure
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Amy Weber, Jeffco’s director of human resources, said her office reported the district’s turnover stats in December 2015, reflecting the amount of turnover in that calendar year. The state then compiles those statistics and releases a statewide report the following spring. Weber added that the numbers are on a trend with what they’ve seen in recent years, explaining that while there’s an increase, the board and district are
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Source: Colorado Department of Education laws and union-forced pay programs that reward time served in the classroom rather than student success, however, it is rarely possible to do what any effective organization does — eliminate the lowest performers and greatly reward the highest performers.” According to the report, this year, the district has 4,921 teachers on staff. Weber said many of those who left did so for a variety of reasons, but that the district climate of conflict between the union and the board could attribute to some
of it. In November 2015, two seats were up for election, and in addition, Witt, Newkirk and Williams were recalled halfway through their terms, resulting in the turnover of Jeffco’s entire 5-seat Board of Education. For Paula Reed, a teacher at Columbine High School and member of the Jefferson County Education Association teachers’ union, the current rates are reflective of the former board’s tenure. “We need to face the fact that Ken Witt, John
Newkirk, and Julie Williams did a lot of damage to Jeffco. They significantly undermined teacher trust and have created a salary nightmare that will take years to repair,“ Reed said in reaction to the data release. “It is understandable that teachers may want to move to a district where they feel the salaries are more fair. In negotiations, the district and teachers’ association are working hard to try to solve this, but in the meantime, we are dealing with the aftermath. This is why people
must be very informed and very thoughtful about the 2017 school board election.” The newly elected school board, which ran together as a slate in November, has stated it’s working to rebuild the relationship with teachers and the community and to create a competitive and attractive working environment in Jeffco. “The current board has worked hard to change the atmosphere in the boardroom and to project a much more positive attitude of appreciation for our teachers,” said Brad Rupert, one of the current board members. “We are also working in the current negotiations and budgeting activities to make Jeffco more competitive with other districts in compensation. I hope these efforts will result in substantially lower turnover rates in years to come.” Editor’s note: As of press time, the Colorado Department of Education released a more detailed analysis of the turnover numbers. While Jeffco’s overall turnover rate is the same, the total percentage of teachers who left their job and the district (noted as the conditional turnover rate) is 13.46 percent. For clarification purposes, 650 teachers left both their job position and the district, while 138 stayed in the district, but switched positions or were promoted to a different job category. This is a change in reporting methodology from years past.
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2015 was strong year for Jeffco Open Space By Christy Steadman csteadman@coloradocommunitymedia.com While a person’s goal may be to bike or hike a trail they had never been on before, or perhaps photograph an animal they
have never documented before, Jefferson County Open Space is always working on goals to help people enjoy the parks. Open Space, which was founded 1972 as a land conservation organization, released its 2015 achievements and progress on goals documented in the organi-
zation’s 2014-19 Master Plan. The eight goals are as follows: land preservation, land stewardship, trails, communications and community involvement, nature and park-related history education, volunteerism, visitor stewardship and the nature-health
connection. The goals include everything from increasing community engagement to preserving and acquiring land and even creating new outdoor maps. According to the release, 2015 was a successful year for accomplishing significant progress toward these goals.
Jefferson County Open Space volunteers dig a new section of the Rawhide Trail at White Ranch Park on National Trails Day 2015, which took place on June 6. In 2015, 2,734 people volunteered with Open Space. Photo courtesy of Jefferson County Open Space
JEFFCO OPEN SPACE BY THE NUMBERS 171,634
— Number of contacts volunteers made with Jeffco Open Space visitors. The number includes interactions on trails, youth and adult education programs and visitor tours
Revenue Allocation
17,874
$776,813 — Amount of value of
— Number of dogs that were greeted in Open Space parks
2,734
North Table Mountain deer peer at a Jeffco Open Space trail-user. Photo by Glenn Wallace
— Total number of volunteers, including those who came out and worked on one-day projects
210
— Number of local schools that partnered with Open Space to nature and history education to students
33,672
— Total amount of volunteer hours including work within the parks, education programs and administration work
10,000
— Approximate increase in the amount of volunteer hours logged in 2015 compared to 2013’s total amount of volunteer hours logged.
6,624
the time that volunteers contributed, based on the national value of volunteer time.
$75,000
— Size of a planning grant the Be Wild, Jeffco coalition received from Great Outdoors Colorado. The coalition, consisting of 31 agencies coordinated by Open Space, has a mission to identify barriers and devise a community-driven action plan to connect underserved youth and families with nature.
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— Trail miles that volunteers and Open Space employees completed recovery work on following the 2013 storms.
45,063
— Hours spent on trail projects in Open Space parks.
— Acres that Jefferson County manages as Open Space parks.
512
— Hours the volunteers on the Jeffco Open Space Advisory Committee served in meetings and making recommendations to the county commissioners
$41.93 million — Dollar
amount of the 2015 Actual Sales Tax
Trust.
$36.30 million
— Dollar amount of the 2015 Actual Expense Budget
1,036
— Amount of acres Open Space acquired in 2015 by working with willing landowners in the Douglas Mountain area. It is the organization’s largest acquisition in nearly 15 years.
231.5
— Miles of trails managed by Jeffco Open Space.
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the use of technology that promotes virtual rather than personal relationships is leading to the mainstreaming of inappropriate online behaviors, such as cyberbullying and Internet trolling. “As there’s been more and more access to, and exposure to, more opportunities to broadcast cruelty - cruelty has increased — and you’ve seen a gradual corrosion of social norms to include more pro-aggression, pro-violence sentiments,” Gorgens says. In simpler terms: “As the space between us gets reduced, instead of more opportunities for building interpersonal networks, we’ve used that space to broadcast really ugly sides of ourselves.” But, Gorgens says, the good news is research also shows we are most influenced by the people who are closest to us — family, friends, mentors — who, hopefully, don’t espouse the kind of philosophy that tears us apart. As it usually does in our country, it comes down to We the People. And, so far, we have generally allowed this state of affairs to continue without forceful outcry. We thought it wouldn’t get this far. We thought, initially, it was kind
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raise $3 million for the new building and $1 million to support programs. Recently, the plan received a $200,000 Daniels Fund grant to supply equipment for the center and a $500,000 Colorado Health Foundation grant for capital support. One of the Plan’s main tenants has been increasing access to integrative therapy, since Medicaid and many health plans don’t cover these therapies. In 2009 the Plan helped pass the Spinal Cord Injury Medicaid Waiver, which means Medicaid is now examining the results of acupuncture, massage and chiropractic services and the cost savings for persons
We thought, initially, it was kind of funny. We thought Trump didn’t stand a chance. Even much of the media, I’m embarrassed to admit, has been swept away on the Trump hyperbole, bypassing legitimate coverage of other candidates and asking questions that perpetuate a conversation of little substance. of funny. We thought Trump didn’t stand a chance. Even much of the media, I’m embarrassed to admit, has been swept away on the Trump hyperbole, bypassing legitimate coverage of other candidates and asking questions that perpetuate a conversation of little substance. Instead, we got taught a lesson in the reality of what happens when you don’t stand up to the bully from the very start.
with spinal cord injuries in Colorado. On March 29, it was announced the Plan is becoming a Medicaid provider to offer acupuncture, massage and chiropractic care to individuals covered by Colorado’s Medicaid Spinal Cord Injury Waiver. The Foundation will be one of two Medicaid SCI-designated providers in the state. According to information provided by the Plan, current waiver coverage is limited to 67 individuals per year, and 30 people are on a waiting list for coverage. Last week the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services approved an extension of the waiver through 2020 and expanded the annual capacity to 120 individuals. This expanded coverage will be a major boon for patients like Thornton resident Curt Wolff, who was paralyzed from the neck down due to complications
So let’s listen to the young people coming behind us, even though we are supposed to be older and wiser. This year’s excursion into the presidential campaign for Pickrell, a high school senior so passionate about politics she wants to be either a political journalist or a politician, has shown her not all is as it seems. She’s discovered some longtime friends have layers she didn’t know: They talk about supporting Trump, then make jokes about African-Americans, Hispanics, Muslims, gays. “It’s actually forced me to break down some of my relationships with people because they’re so hateful towards those who don’t support the kind of country Trump is after,” Pickrell says. “We should be looking for a leader who will bring the nation together and build people up, not tear people down and reverse the progress that we’ve been making.” The possibility of a Trump presidency disillusions Kroll, who believes much of his support comes from a populace previously uninterested in politics and uneducated about issues. But, he wonders, how do you “try to teach your kid, `Don’t speak like this’ when it’s all over TV and (Trump) has a legitimate shot at becoming president? ... Reality TV has so much influence on young people. It’s eye-opening that there’s somebody who belongs on reality TV and
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is now in a more serious context.” They all agree, as Elmanouzi says, that young people don’t want an “aggressively demeaning” leader. Or one who is hateful. Or divisive. Or intolerant. They want a leader who respects others, who sees the broader good, who can work with all segments of society, who can meet in the middle. “I think young people are more willing to compromise, more willing to work together,” says Elmanouzi, who graduates from University of Colorado-Boulder in May with a degree in political science and business and a certificate in peace and conflict studies. “We’re kind of done with not being able to have conversations.” The political rhetoric of this campaign year has all but obliterated any suggestion of dialogue, much less a respectful approach to leadership. “It’s definitely a lesson learned,” Elmanouzi says. “The younger generation always looks to the mistakes of the generation before us.” Make no mistake: There’s a lesson here for all of us to learn. Ann Macari Healey’s award-winning column about people, places and issues of everyday life appears every other week. She can be reached at ahealey@coloradocommunitymedia.com or 303-566-4109.
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Playing the long game of life These next several weeks are going to bring a very interesting juxtaposition of philosophies and their results. In the next several days, the Denver Nuggets season will come to a close. They have been better this year, largely because the new staff has acknowledged the obvious and encouraged the team to run, while still understanding that they have to play good defense. It’s a philosophical change that had to happen after a great streak of regular season success in the last decade that never amounted to playoff success. The book is still out on whether or not this young team can take this promising start and grow into something competitive, long-term. But, perhaps, for the first time in a while, the organization is actually thinking long-term. The Colorado Avalanche season is also coming to a disappointing close in the next few days. What, only four weeks ago, looked like a sure-fire playoff run has turned into a strange and, in many ways, inexplicable fizzle into irrelevance. The strange part is that is seemed like the team had turned a corner just a couple years ago, with lots of talent, a good staff, and an administration that seems to have a plan. Unfortunately, something just wasn’t there this year—something in their mentality wouldn’t allow them to close out big games or the season the way they needed to. There is still something missing. At the same time, the Colorado Rock-
ies are just starting their season. And, let’s be honest—they’ve probably already been mathematically eliminated from the playoffs. Doesn’t seem to matter which players they bring in year after year, they just can’t seem to put it all together. And, what’s worse, is that evMichael Alcorn ery season, come about HITTING July, the organization seems just as puzzled as HOME everyone else is about their failures. And, then, there’s the Denver Broncos. By the time this hits the papers, the Broncos might have pulled off a major trade, and gotten a former Super Bowl quarterback on the cheap. Or, maybe not. They may have a better plan for next year. And the next year. And the year after that. See, what I think I’ve come to learn over the past five years of watching these teams, and the last twenty years of my life, is that there are people who spend all their time and energies dealing with primarily the little things in front of them. They go from moment to moment, managing their lives, and reacting to the things that happen to them. Then, there are people who sit back from the moments, take
in the big picture, and guide the moments in a direction of their choosing. These are the chess masters, the people who always seem to be several steps ahead of everybody else. I would definitely put John Elway and the Denver Broncos in that category; the Nuggets and the Avalanche, perhaps, but not masters; and the Rockies are perpetual playing pong, it seems. The beauty of the chess master is how effective that approach is in any realm of life — business, politics, military, even family life. And I think it’s really difficult, especially in the modern, plugged-in, 24-hour news cycle, social media world we live in. The “moments” come at you from every direction, all day long. But, there are people who manage it, who put away the little stuff that’s intruding on their lives and focus on a strategic sense of where they’re going. These are the leaders, the people of influence, and the makers of the future. And, by the way, the people who really tick you off when they out-maneuver you, which you usually only notice about a year too late. If you’ve never played chess, I would encourage you to try it. And not to develop mastery, but to develop that unique mode of thinking. So the world doesn’t seem to turn on you in July, every year, by surprise. Michael Alcorn is a teacher and writer who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. His novels are available at MichaelJAlcorn.com
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House bill aims to add public transparency I believe that hard work should be compensated. I know that most Coloradans share this view. Yet somehow, there are a few employers currently getting away with wage theft with none the wiser. Danielson Wage theft means the illegal practice of requiring employees to conduct work off the clock, violating minimum wage, not
paying overtime, or other violations of labor laws. Violators of these critical laws should be known to the public. But because of an outdated interpretation of state law, these employers’ names are not permitted to be made public. The result: many Coloradans are cheated out of their pay. This is wrong and we need to hold accountable the few employers who are not playing by the rules. That is why I am sponsoring a legisla-
tion that creates transparency for the public and will deter these employers from breaking wage theft laws in the first place. Colorado citizens deserve to be aware of employers who are caught robbing employees of their pay. This is crucial information for both job-seekers and current employees. I’ve introduced the Wage Theft Transparency Act, HB16-1347, to end the classification of wage theft as a “trade secret” and create transparency for the public
and job-seekers about bad actors that have broken the law. It’s time we stand up for Colorado employees and bring these bad actors to the table. Please join me in standing up for employees and support the Wage Theft Transparency Act.
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the regulations that help or hinder small business owners guides her decisions when bills are introduced. High on the list of Tracy’s priorities is availability! She holds monthly Town Hall meetings, Coffee Meetings in Arvada and Westminster, has a monthly newsletter, holds HD29 Day at the Capitol all of which are fun and informative. She is eager to hear your concerns and is responsive to them. Her phone number is readily available and she will return your call. Tracy Kraft-Tharp is running for reelection in HD29. She has earned the respect of her colleagues in the legislature and would appreciate the support and vote of her HD29 constituents in November. Myrta L. Anderson Arvada
a fabulous story about Mr. Finicum. The story and details were word for word with very little or no fact checking. The side of law enforcement was not covered at all. No mention was given to his past history of pointing guns at federal law enforcement officers. No mention was given to his demands that government give him and other people free lands. No mention was given to his threats against the federal government for years. No mention was given for his grazing cattle on National Park Service lands. No mention was given for him refusing to pay grazing fees on public lands. No mention was given to him pilfering through Native American Paiute artifacts at the refuge during the takeover. The aspect of the $6 million dollar mess left at the refuge by the occupiers was not mentioned. That is a mess the tax paying public must pay. While he may have been a “God fearing” person, no checking was given that his god was one of apparent personal and self-serving greed. In my opinion, the Sentinel has a duty to cover the other side. That story ended up serving propaganda for Mr. Finicum. Jeff Baysinger Lakewood
Finicum death a travesty Did your reporter actually view either of the videos depicting the roadside murder of LaVoy Finicum, or read his autopsy reports, before he wrote the March 31 article, or was he merely repeating the government’s version? If so, how could he have omitted reporting the fact that Finicum was shot three times in the back? Or how could he have failed to notice that LaVoy was floundering around in knee-deep snow flailing his upheld arms in his efforts to keep his balance? While the second video shows him facing his truck with a gunman close behind him, how can any viewer honestly say that he was reaching for anything given the grainy nature of the government-drone supplied images? Absent of any sign of resistance by the women and children trapped in the stranded truck, should not the recorded continuing barrage of government fire, long after Finicum’s death, also have been included? Thanks for publishing this article in support of Jessica Edgar’s efforts, but don’t let this travesty fade away. Russell W Haas Golden
Support for Kraft-Tharp The first paragraph of the Jefferson County Democratic Party Platform states and I quote: “Jefferson County Democrats put people first. We advocate for the common good. We stand for freedom, opportunity, and integrity. We believe the job of all elected officials is to make people’s lives better. We are committed to ensuring the well-being and opportunity of each person in our county, our state and our nation.” Tracy Kraft-Tharp has served us well for two terms asState Representative of House District 29 (HD29). She is the epitome of the statement I just quoted. She has worked hard, year round, to be knowledgeable on the committees on which she serves. Tracy has a background in social work services and has worked for a nonprofit which has made her mindful of the challenges that face those that struggle to make ends meet and often have health problems that make just daily living hard. Rep. Kraft-Tharp has been a small business owner and her knowledge of
Finicum story short on facts The Sentinel edition dated March 31, 2016 published a front page story on Lavoy Finicum, one of the occupiers at a National Wildlife Refuge in Oregon. I was very disappointed the story carried such a one-sided story of the Oregon wildlife refuge takeover. Almost the entire story covered a resident spinning
NEWS IN A HURRY Jeffco news in a hurry Golden Eagle Concert Band begins the 2016 Concert Season The Golden Eagle Concert Band will begin its 2016 concert season with two concerts in Lakewood and Broomfield, Colorado. “A Hitchhikers Guide to the Concert Band Music of the American West” features the band’s new conductor, Tucker Ewer. The Lakewood performance is on Saturday, April 16 at the Lakewood Cultural Center at 2 p.m. and the Broomfield concert will be presented at the Broomfield Auditorium, Sunday, April 17 at 2 p.m. Tucker Ewer is a Colorado native and could not be more excited to become the next Conductor of the Golden Eagle Concert Band. Tucker studied music education at the University of Texas at Austin. Upon receiving his degree, Tucker taught Elementary and Middle School Band for one year in Phoenix, Arizona. In the summer of 2014, Tucker returned to his home town of Arvada and took over as the Director of Bands at Arvada High School. For tickets and information go to www.GoldenEagleConcertBand.org. Jeffco schools show improvement in scores Jefferson County saw score improvements despite the amount of mandated testing as the Colorado Department of Education released the first results of the Colorado Measure of Academic Success (CMAS) social studies and science assessments. According to a news release, the county saw from 0.5-point to 8-point increases on strong and distinguished skill command from assessed fourththrough eighth-grade students. To view the results, visit, https:// www.cde.state.co.us/assessment/newassess-sum. Slash Collection in Golden Jefferson County’s 2015 Slash Collection Program will be in Golden 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 25 and 26 at the Old Open Space Shop, 584 Colorow Road on Lookout Mountain near Boettcher Mansion.
Jessie Danielson is the State Representative for Colorado House District 24, including Golden, Wheat Ridge and Edgewater. Contact her at 303-866-5522 or visit www. jessiedanielson.com.
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Suzanne Gray Birjulin
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Our precious Suzanne was called to heaven on 3/21. Her loving and laughter gave so much joy! Survived by husband Alex Birjulin, mother Jeannine Gray, daughters Alana, Jenna, Denae, Crisanne Allaire, their father, Rick, sisters Denise Hosler, Jackie Tice, Nina Gray, 5
grandchildren, many nieces & nephews. Preceded in death by father Milton Gray. Sue loved all people, especially infants, children and nature. In lieu of flowers, memorial fund in Suzanne’s name at 1st Bank. Memorial mass, 4/19, 8 am, St. Jude’s Parish. Celebration TBA.
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The symbolism of the Seder
Judaism in the Foothills sets up the dining room to celebrate the Seder. This is the 11th year Judaism in the Foothills offers its Seder event to the entire community, which will take place on April 22 and 23 in Evergreen. Photo courtesy of Judaism in the Foothills
Passover meal rich with tradition By Christy Steadman csteadman@coloradocommunitymedia.com
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hose in Jewish tradition pride themselves on the Seder dinner, but there’s more to it than just the food on the plate. Seder includes songs, discussions and storytelling. “The Seder reminds us that freedom is not to be taken for granted,” said Rabbi Levi Brackman of Judaism in the Foothills, which has locations in Golden/Lakewood and Evergreen. The Seder is to “appreciate and be thankful for the freedom that we have.” The Seder is one of the ways Passover is celebrated. Passover is an eight-day celebration of freedom that observes the emancipation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. Passover falls in the early spring, from the 15th through the 22nd of the Hebrew month of Nissan. This year, it will take place April 22-30. The Seder is also a time to educate younger generations. Teaching children at a young age is an important part of the Seder, said Rabbi Benjy Brackman, codirector of Chabad of NW Metro Denver in Westminster. “There’s a big focus on the children,” he said. “We do all sorts of things for them.” The Seder is meant to be a sensory experience, Levi Brackman said. It is a way for each person to experience and reenact some of the hardships of slavery and the joy of liberation though the five senses. One focal point of the Seder is reading from the Haggadah, which tells the story of the liberation of Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. It is in the Book of Exodus in the Hebrew Bible. Items included on the Seder dinner plate also have significance. People will always eat bitter herbs during the Seder. The bitter herbs “remind us
IF YOU GO Both Judaism in the Foothills and Chabad of NW Metro Denver offers people the opportunity to join a Seder. The Seders are open to the public. However, registration is required. WHAT: Judaism in the Foothills hosts Early Start-Early Finish Seder for families with children WHEN: 6-11 p.m., April 22 WHERE: 3959 Ponderosa Lane in Evergreen CALL: 720-837-2224 ONLINE REGISTRATION: https://www.jitf.org. PRICE: $45 per adult, $20 per child (12 and under). Prices increase after April 12. *** WHAT: Judaism in the Foothills hosts the traditional Seder, including all the tradi-
tions including a sundown start, interesting discussions and traditional songs. WHEN: April 23, 8-11:30 p.m. WHERE: 3959 Ponderosa Lane in Evergreen CALL: 720-837-2224 ONLINE REGISTRATION: https://www.jitf.org. PRICE: $45 per adult, $20 per child (12 and under). Prices increase after April 12. *** WHAT: Seder at Chabad of NW Metro Denver First Seder Night: 6:30 p.m.
of the slavery and the bitter times,” said Benjy Brackman. Most commonly, horseradish is used and it is supplemented with a green vegetable, usually lettuce. Another important food item is matzah, which is unleavened bread. Loosely translated, Levi Brackman said, it means bread of affliction. “It’s not the bread of people with time and leisure,” he said. The Israelites left Egypt in haste, he said, so they didn’t have time to let their bread rise. In fact, he added, the bread
April 22 Second Seder Night: 8:30 p.m. April 23 WHERE: First Seder Night takes place at Front Range Community College, 3645 W. 112th Ave. in Westminster. Second Seder Night takes place at Chabad of NW Metro Denver, 4505 W. 112th Ave. in Westminster. CALL: 303-429-5177 ONLINE REGISTRATION: www.thechabadhouse.com PRICE: $30 per adult, and $15 per child. Prices increase after April 15.
baked in their knapsacks. “The food on the Seder plate makes it a very hands-on way of storytelling,” Benjy Brackman said. “The Seder itself was hands-on even before hands-on was a thing.” On the Seder plate will be two items that represent offerings — a shank bone and an egg. The shank bone symbolizes the paschal lamb, which was the special paschal sacrifice on the eve of the exodus from Egypt. In ancient times, the sacrifice was tradition for Passover, however, modern-day
Jews no longer do sacrifices, and the bone is usually one of a chicken, Levi Brackman said. The second holiday offering is symbolized by a hard-boiled egg. The saltwater, which accompanies the egg during the meal, represents the tears the Jewish people wept, Benjy Brackman said. Another food on the Seder plate is haroset. “Everybody likes haroset,” Brackman said. It is a mixture of ground apples, pears, nuts and wine. Haroset, he said, is supposed to represent the cement, or mortar, that Jewish slaves used when forced to build for the Egyptians. During the course of the Seder, people will drink four glasses of red wine or juice, Levi Brackman said. The wine symbolizes freedom, and the four glasses represent the four expressions of redemption that the Torah — Judaism’s most important text — uses to describe the Exodus. The Seder is a tradition that has continued for more than 3,000 years. It is probably the most celebrated Jewish holiday, still today, Benjy Brackman said. But it’s not only Jews who have interest in the Seder. It’s a unique holiday, and encouraging to many people, he said. “Freedom is at the heart of America,” Benjy Brackman said. “It’s a holiday that all Americans can relate to. Freedom resonates in this culture.” Here, everybody has the opportunity to celebrate their religion and be proud of it, he added. “We live in a free society,” Levi Brackman said. “The Seder reminds us that freedom is not to be taken for granted.”
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Classic play gets modern-day makeover Miners Alley hosts ‘You Can’t Take It With You’ By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com Perhaps the worst thing one can do is take life too seriously. The Sycamore family in Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman’s Pulitzer Prize winning classic “You Can’t Take It With You” certainly ascribe to this maxim, but that doesn’t mean everyone around them does. The perennial favorite, “You Can’t Take It With You” comes to Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave. in Golden, through May 1. Performances are 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 6 p.m. Sunday. “This is a fresh, abstracted look at a classic play,” said director Jamie Billings. “The play is from the 30’s, but I think it speaks to any generation about what it is to pursue individual happiness.” In the show, the Sycamore family, led by Grandpa Vanderhof (Tim Fishbaugh) encourages all its members to freely express themselves and follow their passions. Which is all well and good, until the “normal” child Alice (Candace Joice) brings home her finance Tony Kirby Jr. (Cody Schuyler) and his straight-laced parents for dinner. “Grandpa decided to retire 35 years early, because he was tired of the rat race, which is not for him,” Fishbaugh said. “He said he’s not going to put himself through the stress and let everyone follow their own bliss.” This is Billings’ first time directing at
This is Billings’ first time directing at Miners Alley, which has been a dream experience, she said. The biggest challenge in working at an intimate theater like Miners has been figuring out such a large cast in a small space, Billings added. Miners Alley, which has been a dream experience, she said. The biggest challenge in working at an intimate theater like Miners has been figuring out such a large cast in a small space, Billings added. “The Miners Alley team has been so amazing. They’re so collaborative,” she said. “We’ve had to be flexible for the actors to find life and genuine truth in the world of the Sycamores in a natural way.” The cast has all been gelling wonderfully, Fishbaugh said, and this has helped bring a familial atmosphere to the proceedings. Which, in the end, is what the show is about. “The message of being yourself is one everyone can relate to,” he said. “And while it’s something we all should know, it’s a good message to have repeated now and then.” For more information, call 303-9353044 or visit www.minersalley.com.
Alice Sycamore (Candace Joice) and Tony Kirby Jr. (Cody Schuyler) are a lovestruck couple in “You Can’t Take It With You.” Courtesy photo
‘Mountaintop’ shines at Arvada Center I didn’t quite know what to think when I learned that one of my favorite actors, Cajardo Lindsley, wasn’t going to be available to play Martin Luther King, Jr. in the groundbreaking play, “The Mountaintop.” My disappointment vanished as I watched Cedric Mays skillfully take on the role on very, very short notice. Thankfully, he had played the challenging role once before. The premise of the story centers around what Dr. King might have done on the night before he was killed. The action takes place in the somewhat rundown motel where King was staying. He was working on the speech/ sermon he was to give the next day, so he called room service for some coffee, while he waited for one of his assistants to bring him some cigarettes. The coffee was brought to him by the maid, Camae (Betty Hart). He asked if she had some cigarettes and was delighted when he discovered that she smoked his brand. The saucy maid used very colorful language for which she con-
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stantly apologized. The chemistry AROUND between the two was evident from TOWN their first conversation and the connection continued throughout Camae’s extended visit. King asked her to listen to the speech he was working on so she reluctantly agreed to do so. A violent thunder storm was raging outside and it was clear that King was frightened by the clamor. As the evening wore on, King’s human frailties became more evident. It was very clear that he was physically attracted to Camae, as they engaged in some horse play. Ultimately Camae reveals that she is an angel God has sent to take Martin home to Heaven. Needless to say, he was stunned when she told him that he would be murdered the next day, on the balcony of the motel where he was staying. While the play dragged a bit in the beginning, I became completely en-
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grossed as the story unfolded. Cedric Mays and Betty Hart are spectacular. Gavin Mayer’s direction was spot on, or “on fleek” as my granddaughter says. I spoke with director Gavin Mayer after the performance and he told me that he and Cedric collaborated very well as they exchanged thoughts about how the role could best be structured. Cedric was in town for slightly over a week before he took to the boards. Amazing. A real pro. “The Mountaintop” plays through Apr. 17 in the Black Box Theatre at the Arvada Center. Playwright Katori Hall obviously had a clear vision of what she wanted to accomplish with this story that shows King’s struggles as well as his triumphs. It’s a brilliant story and I hope you’ll avail yourselves of the opportunity to see it. For tickets and information, call the box office at 720-898-7200 or visit the website at arvadacenter.org. Columnist Harriet Hunter Ford may be reached at hhunterford@gmail.com.
Actor Cedric May plays Martin Luther King in Katori Hall’s play, “The Mountaintop” which presents her ideas about MLK’s final day on earth. Courtesy photo
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The rooms in the new Hyatt House Belmar provide comfort for everything from overnight stays to month-long visits. Photo by Clarke Reader
Hyatt House opens its doors Belmar’s first hotel ready for guests By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com It took 12 years for Belmar’s first — and only — hotel to open, but it finally happened. On March 16 the Hyatt House Belmar, 7310 W. Alaska Drive, opened its doors to visitors, business travelers and those in need of a longer stay. “We’re an extended stay property, which means people can stay anywhere from one night to months or longer if they need to,” said Kristi Wersel, director of sales at the Hyatt House. “Belmar is a great place for us because people can walk to everything from a movie theater, restaurants and shopping.” Not only is this the first Hyatt and Hyatt House in Lakewood, it has long been the Belmar plan to have only one hotel in the development. “A hotel like Hyatt House was in the plan from the beginning and now is realized even better than what people imagined back in the day,” said Robert Smith, Lakewood’s economic development manager. “The downtown Lakewood market is gaining strength and the Hyatt’s investment in Belmar is proof positive that our community dreams big and supports our business environment.” The hotel employs about 30 people. The Hyatt offers 135 rooms in four options — den-inspired guest rooms, studios with kitchenettes, one-bedroom kitchen suites and double queen one-bedroom kitchen suites. The kitchens help extended stay guests feel at home and do any
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and all cooking they need, Wersel said. “Guests stay with us for a nightly rate, but there are discounts for guests who do an extended stay with us,” she added. “Also guests who stay more than 30 days are able to do so tax free.” The ideal ratio is about 40 percent extended guests, Wersel explained. Who these guests are vary — there are families searching for a home in a new area and need a temporary place to stay or are having work done on their primary residence. Extended stay is a good option because guests don’t need to worry about furnishing the rooms or signing a lease. “It’s really intended to make feel guests feel comfortable whether they’re on a family vacation or in town for a week-long business conference,” Smith said. “The suite style of the rooms give visitors the space to stretch out and relax.” Other features of the hotel include the H Bar on the ground floor, a year-round saline pool, and more than 2,000 square-feet of business
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RRCC Presents 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Red Rocks Community College (RRCC) Theatre Arts and Dance Department presents “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” with music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, and conceived by Rebecca Feldman. Performances are presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). The show runs April 7 through 17 at the Red Rocks Community College Theatre, 13300 W. 6th Ave. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. at April 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, and 17. There is also a performance at 2 p.m. on April 17. Admission is $10. RRCC students get in free with a voucher from student life. This will be the first musical co-produced by the new creative team in the Theatre Arts and Dance Department: director, David-Matthew Barnes and music director, Kelly Jo Eldredge, joined by choreographer, Melissa Trader Credit and debit cards are also accepted at the door. Tickets may be purchased in advance online at www. tinyurl.com/RRCCTickets. RTD hosts telephone town hall April 13 The Regional Transportation District (RTD) Board of Directors is hosting its annual series of live telephone town hall meetings with the public March 28-April 13.About 30,000 residents in each of the 15 RTD Districts will be called at random through an automated system and invited to take part in the public telephone forum. RTD Director Natalie Menten will host a meeting with her constituents, 6:15-7:15 p.m., Wednesday, April 13. Director Menten represents District M, which includes Golden, Lakeside and Mountain View, portions of Lakewood and Wheat Ridge and portions of unincorporated Jefferson County There are several ways to participate in the interactive town halls. Anyone who doesn’t receive a call, but wishes to participate can join in by using the following numbers: for English: The toll-free call-in number for all meetings is 877-229-8493, ID No. 112070; for Spanish: The toll-free call-in number for all meeting is 877-203-5006, ID No. 112104. To sign up for the English-speaking town hall meetings, text “RTD” to 828282, and to sign up for the Spanish-speaking town hall meetings, text “TREN” to 828282. Participants can also sign up for meetings in advance and receive an email reminder by logging onto www.vekeo.com/RTD. Those who choose to join in the telephone town hall can learn the latest about current bus and light rail service, RTD’s FasTracks transit expansion program and other projects underway. Participants can ask their elected board member questions and participate in live polls by using their keypads to answer. For more information about the telephone town halls, visit http://www.rtd-fastracks.com/main_490.
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Musical Theater Enjoy a hilariously interactive night at the bee. If you’re a word nerd - and even if you’re not - you will have fun with the kids of the Putnam County Bee, as they compete to become spelling bee champions. Red Rocks Community College’s theater arts and dance department presents “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.” Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Thursday to Saturday, April 7-9 and April 14-16, and at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday, April 17. Purchase tickets at www.tinyurl.com/RRCCTickets or at the door. Lakewood Center Presents ‘Ragtime’ The Lakewood Cultural Center and Performance Now Theatre Company present “Ragtime,” based on the novel by E.L. Doctorow. Performances continue through Sunday, April 10 at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway. This sweeping musical portrait of early 20th century America tells the story of three families in the pursuit of the American Dream. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, with an additional performance at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 7. For tickets and information, call 303987-7845, go to www.Lakewood.org/LCCPresents or stop by the cultural center box office.
Mixed Up Tales Debbie is Suzie’s favorite babysitter, but she keeps getting all of her favorite fairy tales all mixed up. Little Red Riding Hood’s grandmother eats the wolf? Snow White is a beauty queen? Cinderella’s fairy godmother is a dude? The 3 Little Pigs play video games? Join Suzie, Debbie, and their imaginations as you meet the crazy mixed up characters of “Mixed Up Tales” at 7 p.m. Friday, April 8; and 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at Colorado ACTS Theatre, 11455 W. I-70 Frontage Road North, Wheat Ridge. Call 303-456-6772 or go to www.coloradoacts.org. Wine, Cheese Fundraiser Learn how Young Life impacts the lives of kids in Central Jefferson County at Central Jeffco Young Life’s third wine and cheese fundraiser from 6-9 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at the Colorado School of Mines Marv Kay Stadium in Golden. Enjoy dinner, wine tasting and silent auction bidding. All proceeds will further the mission of Young Life in Golden and Wheat Ridge. Go to https:// centraljeffco.younglife.org/Pages/BanquetRegistration.aspx. CASA Volunteer Training Court Appointed Special Advocates of Jefferson and Gilpin Counties (CASA Jeffco/ Gilpin) is steadily growing; however, there continues to be a strong need for dedicated community members to become a voice for abused or neglected children in court. Previous experience is not necessary, just compassion for children and the desire to make a difference in our community. The next volunteer training session for CASA of Jeffco/Gilpin begins Monday, April 11, and consists of about 15 hours in-person and 15 hours of independent study. All in-person sessions take place at the Jefferson County Courthouse, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden. Contact Tiffany Schlag, 303-2716537 or tiffanyschlag@casajeffcogilpin. com. Spring Luncheon Christian Women’s Connection presents its Spring is Busting Out All Over luncheon from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, at Concordia Lutheran Church, 13371 W. Alameda Parkway, Lakewood. Call 303-985-2458 for reservations. Titanic Tea The Friends of the Jefferson County Public Library presents Titanic Tea at 4 p.m. Friday, April 15 at the Molly Brown Summer House in Lakewood. Janet Kalstrom performs a first-person characterization of Molly Brown, and guests will enjoy petite fours and a cuppa (tea, that is). A presentation of Molly Brown-era fashion clothing will be given by Days Gone Bye. Tours of the summer house will be given before and after the Titanic Tea party. Vintage hat, complete with bows and feathers, are provided by Colorado ACTS, Red Rocks Community College Theatre & Arts Department and the Arvada Center for Arts & Humanities. Get tickets at https://squareup.com/ store/jefferson-county-library-foundation or contact Sarah Whelan at sarah.whelan@ jeffcolibrary.org or 303-403-5078. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO ONLINE ColoradoCommunityMedia.com/events
Evergreen Players Presents ‘Dear Ruth’ Evergreen Players presents “Dear Ruth” through Sunday, April 17 at Center Stage, 27608 Fireweed Drive, Evergreen. Using the name of her elder sister, a young girl carries on a romantic correspondence with an overseas soldier. When the soldier returns he finds that his distant lover is already engaged, as this romantic comedy follows a series of hilarious complications and plot twists. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays. For tickets and information, call 303-674-4934, go to www.evergreenplayers.org or stop by the box office. ‘Emperor’s New Clothes’ Miners Alley Children’s Theatre presents “The Emperor’s New Clothes” through April 30 at 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. Show presented at 1 p.m. Saturdays. Call 303-935-3044 or go to minersalley.com for tickets and information. Appropriate for ages 12 and under, and the people who love them. ‘You Can’t Take it With You’ Miners Alley Playhouse presents “You Can’t Take it With You” through Sunday, May 1, at 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. At first the Sycamores seem mad, but if they are mad, the rest of the world is madder. For tickets and information, call 303-935-3044 or go to minersalley.com.
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Alpine Chorale Concert Alpine Chorale presents “A Festival of Roses” featuring Les Chansons des Roses by Morten Lauridsen, as well as inspirational and celebratory pieces by other composers such as Vijay Singh and Benjamin Britten, and the evocative “Dark Night of the Soul” by Ola Gjeilo. The chorale will be joined by the Pomona High School Chorale. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 8 and Saturday, April 9, at Wheat Ridge United Methodist Church, 7530 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge. Tickets available at www.alpinechorale.org or at the door. Chamber Music Concerts Arts Brookfield and Friends of Chamber Music present Lunchtime at 1801, a series of free concerts. Concerts go from noon to 1 p.m. in the lobby of Brookfield’s 1801 California. Concerts by Patterson/Sutton Duo is Tuesday, April 12; Persephone Quartet, Tuesday, April 19; Spinphony, Tuesday, April 26. Go to www.friendsofchambermusic.com or call 303-388-9839. Music of the American West Hitch a ride on the wagon train and take a musical adventure with the Golden Eagle Concert Band as it transports your imagination with the concert music of the American West. When we think of the early American West, we think of cowboys, cattle, campfires and guitar music. Concert music composed with a Western theme was composed mostly for motion pictures, television programs and Broadway musicals. Join us on a journey with the music composed for “Blazing Saddles,”“Oklahoma” and “How the West was Won.” Enjoy concert pieces with Western themes such as Cowboy Rhapsody, Legends of the West and much more. Concerts are at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 16, at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 472 Allison Parkway, Lakewood, https://goo.gl/QtcYPT; and at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 17, at the Broomfield Auditorium, 3 Community Park Road, Broomfield, https://goo.gl/Ew3Chu. Go to www.goldeneagleconcertband.org for ticket information.
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Federal Employee Tennis Association The Federal Employee Tennis Association is inviting new members to join its tennis club this summer. All levels - beginners, intermediate and expert - are welcome in both singles and doubles play. All employees and retirees of the federal government, Jefferson County government, and Denver Water Department, as well as their immediate family members 14 years old and older, are welcome. To find out more, attend the association’s spring fling at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 9 at Lakewood Park, Kipling and Alameda streets. Go to www.fetatennis.org, email playtennis@fetatennis.org or call 303-518-5173. Sign up through April 18. Encounters With Angels Stories of divine intervention will be explored at Lifetree Café at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 10, at 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, “Angels Among Us: Stories of Miraculous Encounters,” features a filmed interview with Kelley West, a woman who credits angels with saving her life during an explosive domestic incident. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Contact Polly Wegner at 303424-4454 or pwegner@peacelutheran.net. Journey to Your Habitat Hero Haven Join your destination guide to create a natural habitat that focuses on birds, pollinators and other wildlife, conserves water and adds natural beauty to your garden. Learn to be a habitat hero from 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, at Echter’s Garden Center, 5150 Garrison St., Arvada. Presented by Don Ireland, president of Cherry Creek 3 Homeowner’s Association. Call 303-424-7979 or go to www.echters.com. Improving Women’s Health Through Research Women suffering from heart disease, diabetes and other health challenges need better information now. Unfortunately, most of the research over the past 100 years has focused on men. We know today that women react differently to heart disease and other health issues. Amy Huebschmann, MD, MS, Center for Women’s Health Research, will be the speaker at the program from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, April 14, at Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church, 9th and Kipling, Lakewood. A meet and greet starts at 6:30 p.m. The Center for Women’s Health Research is working to provide better research on women’s health. It is a nationally and internationally renowned research center where vital research is spearheaded, conducted, shared, and further investigated, all to close the gap in knowledge and improve women’s longevity and well-being. The public is cordially invited to join Lakewood AAUW members to learn more about women’s health research and issues. Spring Bazaar The Adams County Museum presents its 30th annual Best of Spring Bazaar Craft Show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 16, in the Exhibit Hall at the Adams County Fairgrounds, 9755 Henderson Road. Handmade items will be sold at 200 booths. Parking is free. Proceeds benefit the Adams County Historical Society & Museum. Go to www.adamscountymuseum.com. Star Party and Intro to the Night Sky Enjoy a guided telescope tour of the cosmos from the new astronomy pad from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, April 16, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. There will be a 30-minute talk on the night sky followed by a star party with telescopes set up by members of the Longmont Astronomical Society. Weather permitting. Sign up in advance. Call 720-898-7405 or go to www.arvada.org/nature. For ages 8 and older. Program is free. Spring Tee Off Party The Men’s Club at Fox Hollow opens its 2016 season with its first tournament Saturday, April 16 at Fox Hollow’s Den. It is a 4-man shamble with A, B, C and D level players to mix it up and meet new golfing friends. Find out more about the club’s 16 event season for golfers ages 18 to super senior and all skill levels at fhmgc.com; new members are welcome throughout the season. The club also hosts its annual Fox Hollow Open on Saturday, June 4 for all handicap indexed players in Colorado. Join the club and play friendly competitive golf. Fox Hollow is at 13410 Morrison Road, Lakewood. Boettcher Mansion Preservation HistoriCorps, a nonprofit organization that preserves historic structures on public lands, will work to rehabilitate Boettcher Mansion’s outdoor entrance porch and stairway. Work runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday, April 18-22 at 900 Colorow Road, Golden. Tasks include inspecting and replacing posts and railings; repairing, scraping, sanding, replacing and repainting deteriorated railings; disassembling the existing garden arbor, replacing deteriorated parts and reassembling using good condition pieces; and repainting the garden arbor and reinstalling and rewiring lanterns. Go to http://historicorps.org/events/ boettcher-mansion-2016/
Nonfiction Book Club Looks at Mid-East The Jefferson County League of Women Voters nonfiction book club will discuss “Lawrence in Arabia,” by Scott Anderson. The discussion is 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, April 20, at a location to be determined, and again from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 23, at the library at Westland Meridian, 10695 W. 17th Ave., Lakewood. Book reaches back to World War I to discover the origins of many of today’s most intractable problems in the Middle East. Call Lynne at 303-985-5128 for information and for location of the April 20 meeting. Everyone is welcome at these meetings. Read book ahead of the April meeting.
Fundraiser for MS Society MAD Greens locations in Colorado will donate $1 for every Doc Holliday salad sold through Saturday, April 30, to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Colorado-Wyoming Chapter. MS is an unpredictable, often disabling disease of the central nervous system that interrupts the flow of information within the brain, and between the brain and body. The MS Society mobilizes people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS. Go to www.cureMSco-wy.org. MAD Greens has locations in Castle Rock, Centennial, Greenwood Village, Lakewood, Lone Tree, Westminster and more.
Lakewood Arts Council Calls to Entry Artists are invited to submit entries for Lakewood Arts Council & Gallery upcoming shows “Garden Inspirations” and “Artist’s Choice.” Entry deadline for both shows is Friday, April 22. The “Garden Inspirations” show is open to all media and has a theme of gardens, flowers and plants. Show dates are May 1 to May 27. The “Artist’s Choice” show is open to any 2-dimensional work. No theme. Show dates are May 9 to July 22. Both shows are at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood. For information, call 303-980-0625 or go to www. lakewoodartscoucil.org.
Hall of Fame Nomination The Jefferson County Historical Commission is seeking nominations for the 2016 Jefferson County Hall of Fame. Nominations may be made for living or deceased people who have helped mold and shape the history of Jefferson County. Individuals may be nominated for contributions in fields of writing, research, photography, politics, business, community service, education or culture. Nominations must be received by Friday, May 1. To obtain nomination forms and get more information, visit www.historicjeffco.org or contact Dennis Dempsey at 303 271-8734 or ddempsey@jeffco.us.
Art Classes, Workshops The Lakewood Arts Council and Gallery is beginning new session of art classes and workshops. For registration and information, go to www.lakewoodartscouncil. org or call 303-980-0625. The gallery is at 6731 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood.
Gardens Wanted The Lakewood Arts Council is looking for gardens to be on its annual garden tour. The tour is Saturday, June 25, and includes a self-guided tour of six to seven gardens in the west metro area, with lunch for ticket holders included at the council’s new gallery location at Lamar Station Plaza (near Casa Bonita). Garden hosts may preview the garden tour Friday, June 24. If you’re an avid gardener and would like to share your hard work, contact Ann Quinn at 303881-7874 or annquinn75@gmail.com as soon as possible. Go to www.lakewoodartscouncil.org.
EVENTS
Kids Clothing, Toy Sale A kids clothing and toy sale is planned from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, April 8, and Saturday, April 9, at Arvada United Methodist Church, 6750 Carr St., Arvada. Most clothing items cost $1. Also on sale will be toys, books, baby equipment and furniture. All proceeds benefit Kids’ Discovery Days Preschool. A $1 admission fee is necessary to shop. Everything is half-priced after noon on Saturday. Contact Cyndi Stovall, cstovall@shermanhoward.com.
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HEALTH
will be refunded upon attending four of the six classes. Healthier Living Colorado is the chronic disease self-management program developed at Stanford University. For information, and to register, contact Maripat Gallas at 303-984-1845 or maripat@coaw. org. Go to www.coaw.org.
Community Blood Drives A number of community blood drives are planned in the area. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Bonfils Appointment Center at 303-363-2300, unless otherwise noted. Go to www. bonfils.org. Upcoming blood drives are: Wednesday, April 13, and Thursday, April 14, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Colorado School of Mines, 1600 Maple St., Golden; Sunday, April 17, 8 a.m. to noon, Christ on the Mountain Parish, 13922 W. Utah Ave., Lakewood (Julie Hayes, 303-988-2222); Monday, April 18, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., King of Glory Lutheran Church, 10001 Natural Solutions for Inflammation W. 58th Ave., Arvada; Tuesday, April 19, 8-10:10 a.m. Kacie Grigel, ND, will host a lecture and discussion on how inflammation is at the core of many health issues, and 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., City of Lakewood, 480 S. including arthritis, eczema, asthma, autoimmune and Allison Parkway, Lakewood (Dee Ann Pfifer, 303-9877660). heart disease. Learn about how and why the body creates inflammation and how to reduce it naturally Liver and Your Mood to feel good for life. Natural Solutions for InflammaGina Balderas, MCH, will teach a lecture on Liver and tion is from 5-6 p.m. Monday, April 11, at Natural Mood from 11-12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 16, at NatuGrocers at Vitamin Cottage, Northwest Store, 7745 N. ral Grocers at Vitamin Cottage, Northwest Store, 7745 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Contact Megan Grover at N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Balderas will discuss how 303-423-0990. the health of your liver can control your mood and Can I get off my Antidepressant Now? emotional wellbeing. According to Traditional Chinese Melissa Hunt, MA, LPC, HHC, will discuss the relation- Medicine, the liver houses anger and old emotions. ship between mood, food and psychotropic drug use, Learn how to make your liver healthy and yourself a discussion on bridging the gap between modern happy. Contact Megan Grover at 303-423-0990. medicine and holistic medicine. Program runs from Relay For Life 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, at Natural Grocers at Vitamin Cottage, Northwest Store, 7745 N. Wadsworth The American Cancer Society Relay For Life gives Blvd., Arvada. Program is free. Contact Megan Grover communities the chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved at 303-423-0990. ones lost and fight back against the disease. Each Omega’s, Oh My! year, more than 4 million people participate in this Ever wonder what makes omega-3’s so essential to global phenomenon and raise money and awareness our quality of life? These unique fats found in fish are to save lives from cancer. Following is a partial schedvital to optimal health and play a key role in brain, ule of Relay For Life events: Friday, April 22, Relay for heart, weight and joint health. Program is from 5-6 Life, Colorado School of Mines campus. p.m. Wednesday, April 13, at Natural Grocers at Vitamin Cottage, Northwest Store, 7745 N. Wadsworth Nutritional Coaching Megan Grover, master of medical science and nutriBlvd., Arvada. Contact Megan Grover at 303-423tional health coach at the Natural Grocers at Vitamin 0990. Program is free. Cottage, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, offers free Healthier Living Colorado one-on-one nutrition coaching sessions for the public. A program to help people deal with the challenges Call the store at 303-423-0990 for an appointment. of living with an ongoing health condition such as heart disease, a lung condition, diabetes or arthritis is Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received offered from 1:30-4 p.m. Wednesdays from April 13 by noon Thursday for publication the following week. to May 18 at the St. Anthony’s Golden Neighborhood Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia. Health Center, 750 Warner Drive, Golden. The six-week com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run class is open to the community. The registration fee on a space-available basis.
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Misc. Notices LAKEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1976 ANNOUNCES THEIR 40 YEAR REUNION!!! June 24-25-26, 2016 For information on the events and registration visit: www.LHS1976tigers.com Questions? Email: 1976lhstigers@gmail.com OPOCS SINGLES CLUB-55 PLUS Receive a monthly newsletter Listing all of our monthly activities Thru out all of the metro areas Meet new friends and join the fun!!!!!! Call JoAnn Cunningham (Membership Chair person) @ 303- 751-5195 Or Mary Riney ( President) @ 303-985-8937 The Wheat Ridge Silver Foxes Senior softball team needs a few players this year age 50+ Practice Saturday Morning games Wednesday morning Contact Ken @ (720)229-3622 Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201
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Snow much for that idea
Senior pitcher and first baseman Jeremy Whorton winds up for the pitch during a recent preseason game in Arizona. Photo courtesy of Shelly Kuberski
Green Mountain needs pitching to step up Returning champs will need new stars to vie for third state title By Brent W. New Special to Colorado Community Media Colton Faubion, a right-handed pitcher at Green Mountain, felt a sharp pain in his abdomen during his second start of the 2015 season. The team was finishing its annual road trip to Phoenix, Arizona, and Faubion was out to prove that there was reason he was the only non-senior starter in a talented Rams rotation. That day, he struggled to find his usual consistency. The discomfort was obviously affecting him — he figured it was just a bad cramp, probably from the change in temperatures from Colorado to Arizona. But to his credit, he still managed to go four innings, allowing just one run for his second win in as many starts. That pain went to excruciating hours later: He keeled over during the long drive home with his mother, and was soon after rushed to the emergency room in Gallup, New Mexio. There, his appendix was removed, forcing him to miss the rest of the year. Faubion could only watch, two
months after the surgery, as the Rams knocked off Lewis-Palmer 4-0 to win their second straight Class 4A title. He knows a potential three-peat in 2016 will depend a lot on him. And of course, on how well a young and unproven pitching rotation can perform behind him. “We lost seven everyday players and pretty much all of our pitching,” seventh-year coach Brad Madden said. “We have a lot of good players, but we’ll need guys to step up for us.” A lot of them. From everywhere. The Rams lost six of their top seven run producers and return only 25 1/3 innings of pitching experience from 2015. Wyatt Featherston, the best returning bat for Green Mountain, who hit .351 with 18 RBIs and five home runs last year, will obviously need another big season to give the Rams any chance at another deep run in the postseason. He’s a realist, though. He said he’s played the game long enough to know where games are won and lost. Pitching. “It’s been ingrained that the pitching needs to set the tone for us,” said Featherston, who will play for Western Kentucky next year. “I’ll help with whatever they need, because we go as they go.” So far, Madden says, eight pitchers are vying for time on the hill.
A lot of them have used the team’s top hitter as a resource for answers. What would you pitch in this count? Where should I locate this? Can you hit that? “I am enjoying it,” Featherston said of mentoring his younger teammates. “I kind of think we all enjoy being a bit of an underdog this season. I know I love proving people wrong.” He’s not alone. Nobody more than Faubion will have things to prove in 2016. Because if coming off appendicitis wasn’t hard enough, the senior will have to prove he can be effective on the mound after a snow blowing accident mangled his pitching hand and put his baseball career in jeopardy in late January. “It nearly cut my fingertips completely off,” Faubion said. “When it happened, I thought (my season) was over.” But luckily, no. Back in Phoenix for his first start in nearly a year, Faubion went seven innings and allowed three earned runs in a 12-5 win over Grant on March 23. “My middle finger was bleeding some through it, but I felt pretty good out there,” he said. And if anything, a bloody-good performance is never a bad omen to start things off on.
Invitational draws local teams Alameda, Bear Creek, Denver Christian take part in Windjammer track meet By Tom Munds tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia.com The 10-team field at the April 2 Windjammer Invitational Track Meet included the squads from Alameda, Bear Creek and Denver Christian. Alameda’s boys team posted the best finish with 99 points to finish third in the team standings. Chaparral won the boys team title with 128 points and Platte Canyon was second with 118. The Alameda Pirate girls team was seventh. Pirate junior Ryan Horsley had a big day individually and for his team. He took runner-up honors in both the 200-meter dash and the 400-meter dash. He then joined teammates Fernando Hernandez, Tremayne Jenkins and Brian Varela Martinez as they finished second Track continues on Page 21
Fernando Hernandez completes the anchor leg for Alameda’s 4 X 200-meter relay team at the Windjammer Invitational Track Meet held at Englewood High School. The team won the event and the Pirates boys finished third in team score standings at the 10team meet. Photo by Tom Munds
Mountain Vista’s baseball team didn’t get out of town soon enough. Instead of playing games in the Rawlings Classic in Emerson, Georgia, the Golden Eagles spent spring break watching it snow in the Jim Benton Denver area and tryto remain sharp OVERTIME ing with batting-practice sessions. The Golden Eagles were scheduled to leave March 23 for the March 24-26 tournament but the team couldn’t even get to Denver International Airport because of the heavy, wet snow that closed Pena Boulevard. All flights were canceled and the first re-booked flight Mountain Vista could get was March 26 — which was too late. The team did get its money back. Ralston Valley also was entered in the Georgia tournament and left the day before the storm. The Mustangs went 2-2 and had Tanner Hauptman, Reed Hutchin and Lane Kimbro make the Rawlings Select Classic all-tournament team. Missing the four games left Vista with only 15 scheduled games, four less than the minimum of 19 contests. The Golden Eagles have added two games with Cherokee Trail, which was also stuck in the snow and couldn’t get out of town, and one with Broomfield. Playing one less game will not damage Vista’s RPI standing — a computer ranking —which will be used to determine qualifying teams for the state tournament. According to a statement from the Colorado High School Activities Association, “Because the RPI system works off of averages, it won’t make a difference in the final formula if a game cannot be rescheduled. It would not penalize, nor benefit, any team involved in that scenario.” Two no-hitters: same school, same day Faith Christian senior lefthander AJ Stephens threw a six-inning no-hitter in a 10-0 win over Machebeuf April 2, but what makes the day more amazing is freshman junior varsity pitcher Michael Thorne followed by not allowing a hit in a five-inning, 16-0 victory. “AJ did a good job and we scored four runs in the bottom of the sixth, so he didn’t have to pitch the seventh,” said coach Ralph Nance. “Then the kid that pitched the JV game which followed right behind the varsity game threw a no-hitter as well. We’ve never had two (no-hitters) in a row.” Stephens, who will pitch at Garden City Community College in Kansas next season, struck out 14 batters, walked three, threw 93 pitches and came up with big pitches as he often pitched from behind in the count during the game. He also helped his own cause by going 3-for3 at the plate, scored twice, had two runs batted in and stole two bases. Thorne walked three batters and struck out 11 in his no-hit effort. Following in his father’s footsteps Brent Gilbertson was a hurdler for Nevada-Las Vegas and Northern Colorado in the 1970s. He became a teacher and wanted to get his two children, son Max and daughter Zoe, involved in sports. Gilbertson coached Max in little league football and Zoe played club soccer. Both have competed in track programs since they were young. Max is now a senior at Mountain Range and Zoe is a junior. They are two of the top hurdlers and sprinters in the state. Brent, now a retired English teacher, is the Mustangs’ hurdles and sprints coach.
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SPORTS ROUNDUP ALAMEDA PIRATES BASEBALL Alameda 9, Skyview 3 Alameda claimed a commanding victory over conference opponent Skyview in an away game on April 1. Key performers: Seniors Hunter Roberts
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and Romeo Hernandez and junior Casey Pruitt all scored two runs each. Roberts and Hernandez both stole two bases each. Sophomore Carlos Rosales had two put-outs out of as many chances.
GREEN MOUNTAIN RAMS GIRLS LACROSSE Green Mountain 11, Golden 9 Green Mountain claimed a close victory over conference opponent Golden in a home game on April 2. BOYS LACROSSE Littleton 15, Green Mountain 5 Green Mountain fell to nonconference opponent Littleton in a home game on April 1. Key performers: Senior Travis Larkin scored two goals, and junior Griffin Snow and freshmen Brandon Jacob and Gavin Forrest all scored one goal each.
TRACK AND FIELD Scorpion Invitational Green Mountain’s girls track and field team placed second and boys placed seventh of 14 at the non-conference Scorpion Invitational on April 1. Bailey Sharon won the 300 Meter Hurdles, Genevieve Kramermarion the Triple Jump, and Alexis Laliberte the Shot Put and Discus. The girls’ relay team won the 4 x 400 Meter, and 800 Sprint Medley. The boys’ relay team won the 4 x 800 Meter.
BASEBALL D’Evelyn 12, Loveland 2 D’Evelyn handily defeated non-conference opponent Loveland in an away game on April 2. Key performers: Junior Christian Cedillo scored three runs, and junior Dylan Aurich and senior Mitch Menard both had two runs each. Junior Willie Gordon had five put-outs out of as many chances. BOYS SWIMMING D’Evelyn, Pomona, Bear Creek and Arvada West D’Evelyn placed first of four at a nonconference meet on April 1 that included Pomona, Bear Creek and Arvada West. Jack Moranetz won the 100 Back and the 200 Individual Medley. The D’Evelyn relay team won the 200 Medley Relay, 200 Free Relay and 400 Free Relay. Smoky Hill 261, D’Evelyn 72 D’Evelyn lost playoff opponent Smoky Hill in an away meet on March 31. Donovan Hoffman won the 50 Free and Jack Moranetz won the 100 Breast and
200 Free. TRACK AND FIELD Bulldog Invitational D’Evelyn’s boys track and field team placed third of 30 and the girls team placed sixth of 32 and the non-conference Bulldog Invitational on April 2. Lexi Reed won the 1600 and 32oo Meter. GIRLS TENNIS D’Evelyn 6, Standley Lake 1 D’Evelyn claimed victory over conference opponent Sandley Lake in an away game on April 1. The team saw victories from: senior Kara Robbins (No. 2 singles, 4-6, 6-4, 6-0), sophomore Angi Reed (No. 3 singles, 6-4, 7-5), senior Trinity Payne and junior Taylor Whatley (No. 1 doubles, 6-2, 6-3), sophomores Elisa Dean and Cammy Lee (No. 2 doubles, 6-3, 6-2), junior Maggie Hime and freshman Rachael Molnar (No. 3 doubles, 6-3, 6-0) and senior Claire Jones and freshman Abby Molnar (No. 4 doubles, 6-0, 6-0).
LAKEWOOD TIGERS BASEBALL Lakewood 5, Boulder 3 Lakewood took victory in a close game on April 2 against non-conference opponent Boulder. Key performers: Junior Troy Alston scored two runs, and seniors Marcelo Sanchez, Braden Smith and Chase Powell all scored one run each. Junior Casey O’Neill had nine put-outs out of as many chances.
GIRLS SOCCER Lakewood 1, Northglenn 0 Lakewood held non-conference opponent Northglenn scoreless in a home game on March 29. Key performers: Sophomore Sophie Caswell scored the team’s only goal. BOYS LACROSSE Columbine 16, Lakewood 4
Lakewood fell to conference opponent Columbine in a home game on April 1.Snowberg the 100 Free and 200 Individual Medley, Marco Borghi the 100 Fly, Isaac Garcia the 100 Breast, Noah Mitchell the 200 Free and Ethan Drews the 500 Free. The relay team also won the 200 Free Relay, the 200 Medley Relay and the 400 Free Relay. Jeffco Mini Invite
Lakewood placed first at the non-conference Jeffco Mini Invite. David Harrison won the One-Meter, Blaise Snowberg the 100 Free and 200 Individual Medley, Marco Borghi the 100 Fly, Bradley Jackson the 100 Back, Isaac Garcia the 100 Breast, Noah Mitchell the 200 Free and Ethan Drews the 500 Free. The relay team also won the 200 Free Relay, the 200 Medley Relay and the 400 Free Relay.
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in the 4 x 100 relay. He also was a member of the second place 4 x 800-meter relay team along with Mike Barros, Dustin Fox and Dominic Baca. Aaliyah Duran said her volleyball coach recommended she join the track team to compete in shot put and discus because of her strength. “Both events are fun and I like them,” she said. “It is just a lot of fun to see how far I can throw.” She said her best shot put distance so far this season is 18 feet, 8 inches and her goal is to make a throw of at least 20 feet. She finished 11th in shot put and discus in a field of 15 competitors. “I think I can reach my goal,” she said. “It is a combination of strength and technique. I like both events but I think I like discus best because it is more fun.” Alameda added another eight points to its team total as the team of Tristan Casillas, Alex Gonzales, Hernandez and Varela Martinez teamed up to finish second in the 4 x 200 meter relay. The Bears boys team was fifth in the team standings with 68.5 points and the girls team finished ninth. In the boys division, Bear Creek hurdlers accounted for 21 of the team’s points. Ryan Dalton finished second, Gage King fifth and Mitchell Lighthall sixth in the 110-meter high hurdles. Dalton returned to the track later in the meet and finished third in the 300 meter high hurdles.
King, sophomore, said he started competing in the 110 hurdles because it was fun and he always could jump pretty well so why not do it in a race. “I think the hurdles are a lot of fun,” he said. “I think what makes it fun when you feel like you are going above your standards when you clear all the hurdles.” He said he also competes in the 300-meter hurdles, as a member of the 4 x 100-meter dash and in the 100-meter dash. “I think my favorite event is the 100 dash,” he said. “I like it because you get out, run as fast as you can and it is only a short race.” Denver Christian had a small team but scored points. The girls team finished sixth with 45 points and the boys team was ninth with 15 points. “We are a young team this season with only a few seniors among the 18 athletes we have on the squads,” Crusaders coach Paul Lowe said. “This is my third season and I try to get more kids involved in track every year.” He said Denver Christian is a young team this season with only a couple seniors and one junior on the roster. “Our kids are young but they compete hard,” Lowe said. “I think we will score points in the field events because we have some good kids in the jumps plus we’ll probably have some of our sprinters place as well.” He said he is pleased the team seems to be growing each season plus the school is building a new track which should attract more athletes to the squad.
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At the April 2 Mountain Range Invitational, Max won both hurdles events and Zoe was first in two girls hurdles events and the 100-meter dash. “Max and Zoe have made steady progress over the years and it is starting to pay off,” said Brent. “Max’s progress has been hampered over the last few seasons due to football injuries but he seems to be back to his competitive self and Zoe just keeps improving each week.” Max tied a (North) stadium record and set a new meet record with a 14:54 in the 110-meter hurdles. In the 300 hurdles, he tripped going over the fourth hurdle but had such a big lead that he got up and still won. He was fourth in the 100 but broke the school record with a time of 11.2 seconds. School records every time Margaret Neuhardt has a chance to set a school record every time she competes this track season. Neuhart goes to Golden View Classical Academy, which is a firstyear charter school with 33 freshmen and sophomores enrolled. There are 11 athletes combined on the boys and girls track team. And Neuhart is the only girl on the team — so every time she competes and betters her previous time, she establishes a school record.
Ineke Cordova competes in the long jump for Denver Christian at the April 2 Windjammer Invitational Track Meet at Englewood High School. Her distance was near a personal best. The Crusaders were among the 10 teams at the meet. Photo by Tom Munds
Jim Benton is a sports writer for Colorado Community Media. He has been covering sports in the Denver area since 1968. He can be reached at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com or at 303-5664083.
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Send volunteer opportunities to hharden@coloradocommunitymedia.com. HistoriCorps Works to preserve the Boettcher Mansion, 900 Colorow Road, Golden When: April 18-22; work from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day Need: Volunteers needed to rehabilitate the mansion’s outdoor entrance porch and stairway. Age Requirement: Ages 14 and older; all skill levels welcome Contact: Rebecca Curry, rcurry@historicorps.org or 303893-4260, ext. 231; historicorps.org/events/boettchermansion-2016/ Ongoing Animal Rescue of the Rockies Rescues homeless dogs and cats from overcrowded shelters Need: Foster-care familiesfor death-row shelter dogs and cats Contact: www.animalrescueoftherockies.org Cat Care Society Nibbles ‘N Kibbles Food Bank Works to reduce number of abandoned and surrendered cats Need: Donations of canned and bagged cat food and litter Contact: 303-239-9680 Common Earth Community Garden Garden project for entire community of Arvada Need: Volunteers to help build and work in garden Contact: Anthony at 303-204-0840 or squiggy.as@gmail. com Edge Theater Lakewood area community theater Need: Friendly and outgoing volunteers to tend bar Contact: Patty Yaconis at 720-841-7631 or www.theedgetheater.com Foothills Art Center Golden’s premier art facility Contact: volunteerinfo@foothillsartcenter.org
Founders and Friends of Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge Restores native habitat and wildlife; provides opportunities to experience wildlife and nature; promotes awareness and appreciation of the National Wildlife Refuge System Need: Volunteers to help with regular clean-up of the entrance area to Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge, 9210 W. 80th Ave., Arvada; weeding and watering of the Prairie Garden inside entrance to refuge during summer; donation of fabric and sewing of children’s Ranger vests Age requirements: Adults, or children with adult supervision Contact: Janet Torma-Krajewski, 303-423-2069 or ieil@q. com
Gateway Battered Women’s Services Serves domestic violence victims in Aurora and Arapahoe County Need: Volunteers for various fundraising, planning committees Contact: Jeneen Klippel, 303-343-1856; email jkworden@ gatewayshelter.com.
Girl Scouts Youth organization for girls Need: Volunteers for jobs ranging from running troops to helping with a science event or office work Age requirement: Men and women 18 and older Contact: girlscoutsofcolorado.org, email inquiry@ gscolorado.org or call 1-877-404-5708 Golden Optimists Bicycle Recycle Group helps repair or recycle bicycles in the community Need: All ages, knowledge levels to work on bicycles Contact: www.goldenoptimists.org Golden Visitors Center Provides information about Golden and surrounding areas Need: Volunteers to man front desk and greet visitors, open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; two 4-hour shifts offered Requirement: Must be 18 and older, training provided Contact: Mary Gomez, 303-279-2282 or marygomezvisitorcenter@gmail.com
Habitat ReStore Nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers Need: Volunteers for Wheat Ridge, Denver or Littleton Habitat ReStores, helping with the cash register, dock and warehouse floor Contact: 303-996-5468, email Alice Goble at Alice@habitatmetrodenver.org Health Passport Centura Health program that provides health and wellness services Need: Volunteers to support patients and families in the hospital and upon discharge with outreach, marketing and social networking; connecting patients, families and volunteers to services and programs; hosting classes at various Health Passport locations; contributing to the health and wellness of those in the community; counseling clients who need prescription drug assistance; and helping with day-to-day living expenses, Medicare and Medicaid issues. Contact: Kerry Ewald, Health Passport volunteer coordinator, 303-629-4934. Hospice of Covenant Care Nonprofit, faith-based hospice Need: Volunteers to support patients and families Contact: 303-731-8039 PeopleFirst Hospice Denver hospice Need: Volunteers to provide companionship to hospice patients and their families. Contact: Rachel Wang at 303-546-7921 Victim Outreach, Jefferson County Offers support and access to resources during critical stage of trauma Need: Volunteer victim advocates to respond on scene, to ensure victims’ rights are upheld Requirements: Must be 21-plus, pass background check and attend 40-hour training; training provided Contact: Jennifer at 303-202-2196, victimoutreachinfo@ gmail.com or www.victimoutreach.org Whiz Kids Nonprofit, faith-based program that provides free tutoring to low-income and academically low-performing students Need: Volunteers to work 1 ½ hours a week with an assigned student for the academic year Age requirement: Typically age 16 and up, but exceptions made for teens who have a parent participating Contact: us4kinneys@yahoo.com, 303-669-7339, or http://www.whizkidstutoring.com
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Grand Piano Show Patrice LeBlanc performs from 6-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Grappa Mediterranean Bistro, 1027 Washington St., Golden. Go to www. grappabistro.com. Call 303-273-8882 for reservations and information.
Game On meets from 1-4 p.m. at Community Recreation Center, 68th and Wadsworth. The North Jeffco Senior Friday Club meets weekly to play cards and board games, including bridge, pinochle, canasta, hand & foot, majong, billiards and dominoes. No RSVP. All supplies provided and refreshments. Monthly pot luck/catered meals. Golfing and bowling opportunities, too. For information call Bob Stremel, 303-905-4315. Golden Gate Community Grange, 25201 Golden Gate Canyon Road, has meetings 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
governments. Group is a non-confrontational informational and coordination forum. Bring family members, neighbors, coworkers and friends. Breakfast service begins at 6:45 a.m.; presentation starts at 7:05 a.m. Contact 303-424-0324 or email John Sharp at alp161@hotmail.com.
North Jefferson County Gem and Mineral Club meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Friday of each month at the Apex Community Recreation Center, 6842 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Clubs offers presentations, field trips, socializing, and local shows. Children are always welcome to attend with their family. Members enjoy rockhounding (rocks, minerals, and fossils), faceting, jewelry making, diverse geology, and sharing stories about “the one that got away” (or at least was too big to carry home). Contact club president Tom Reilly for dues and other information, 303-940-7425.
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South Jeffco Rotary Club meets at 7:15 a.m. Fridays at Fox Hollow Golf Course, 13410 W. Morrison Road, Lakewood. Contact Bruce at 303-919-3741.
LifeRing Secular Recovery is a network of support groups for people who want to live free from alcohol and other addictive drugs. Meetings are at 6 p.m. Saturdays at 6655 W. Jewell Ave. Unit 100. Appointments and membership is not required. LifeRing’s approach to sobriety focuses on empowering individuals through the strength of sober conversation. Go to www. liferingcolorado.org.
Wilmore-Richter, American Legion Post 161 presents its Roundtable Issues breakfast meetings at 7 a.m. the first Friday of each month at 6230 W. 60th Ave., Arvada. The meeting is an information exchange forum for city, county, state and national
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. Grand Piano Show Patrice LeBlanc performs from 6-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Grappa Mediterranean Bistro, 1027 Washington St., Golden. Go to www. grappabistro.com. Call 303-273-8882 for reservations and information.
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