June 16, 2016 VOLUME 92 | ISSUE 44
SUMMER SPLASH Water parks bring smiles to patrons of all ages on PAGE 14.
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Boxwood Pinball co-founder Bill Manke explains the kit he designed that lets children build their own bagatelle pinball game. The kit is used by parents and teachers to help children understand a variety of topics, including math, engineering and art. Photo by Clarke Reader
Pinball wizards bring game to life Lakewood company crafting art and education opportunities By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com When most people think about pinball machines, they picture loud dings
and rings, flashing lights and colorful characters. Bill Manke and Travis Hetman, owners of Lakewood’s Boxwood Pinball, wanted to get back to the game’s roots. “Pinball became electronic very quickly, but it wasn’t always that way,” Manke said. “We wanted to take it back to being player versus player. To being
more about social interaction.” Three years ago, Manke and Hetman met at the Denver Art Society in the Santa Fe Arts District, and bonded over a shared appreciation of pinball. Manke studied sculpture and kinetic art, and started making bagatelle pinball Pinball continues on Page 5
Prospect Recreation and Park District received a $3 million grant from Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) to support Prospect Park Recreation District’s purchase of the Applewood Golf Course. The grant, announced June 14, is part of a community effort to protect the course from development by purchasing it. On May 31, Jefferson County Commissioners also voted in favor of a $1.1 million grant to help Prospect buy the course. Coors, the owner of the course, has given Prospect Parks a letter of intent to sell the property to the district for $13.5 million. The letter states Prospect’s intent to take over the remainder of Touchstone’s (Applewood’s current management company) lease and operate the course for the next 10 years. Efforts to protect the golf course began in February 2015, when it was announced Coors was selling the course to Applewood West Holdings and plans had been filed for the development of 400 homes. Voters within the Prospect Park district approved two 2015 ballot measures in favor of the purchase.
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LOCALS HEAD TO COMIC CON Some super talented folks are gearing up for a good time at the 2016 Denver Comic Con. Read more on PAGES 12 and 13.
Bikes and a new beerfest made 38th Avenue in Wheat Ridge the place to be on Sunday, June 12. Read more on PAGE 24.
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Editor’s note: This is the last of an occasional series about Judy Racine, who retired this month after 40 years of teaching.
Those around her watched — and learned, too. “Judy finds the balance in everything the educational landscape has demanded,” Burns says, as he lists the alphabet of standardized testing over the years — TCAP, CMAS, PARCC and more. “She taught students how to love learning first. This love then manifested into a solid understanding of each content.” And her kids have excelled. Over the past five years, Burns says, more than 90 percent of her students have scored proficient or advanced in reading, for instance. The 2014 standardized test results put the statewide average for students who had met or exceeded grade-level expectations in reading at 72 percent. A new high school math teacher painted one of Judy’s favorite sayings on a cabinet in his classroom: “Play is the engine that drives learning.” But it all starts with a fundamental understanding that has nothing to do with academics. “What a child needs first in their life, before they can do anything, is to know that someone cares,” Burns says. “That is the foundational fabric of Judy’s classroom … Every student knows, every day, no matter if it’s a bad day or a good day, that Judy loves and cares about them.” ••• In the classroom, Judy’s crew — as the classes are called — has come back to the rug from their groups. The students have shared their feedback, offered advice and are ready for a playground break. “I thought all of you did a great job of helping one another, listening, supporting,” Judy tells them as she looks around the energetic circle. She’s proud of her kids, of the community they’ve built together. The best advice she could give a new teacher? To create community, a place where kids feel safe and where they belong with each other. “With 7- and 8-year-olds, it’s an everyday piece … that character piece,” Judy
Love was foundation that teacher built on Judy Racine kneels on the rug, the gaggle of second- and thirdgraders scattered around her. The learn- Ann Macari ing target is printed Healey neatly on the easel board: “I can give kind, helpful and specific feedback.” “What does that mean?” Judy asks. Landon: “ `Specific’ means not just `You did good.’ … You have to say more than one word. … You have to include `because.’ You have to say why it was good.” “What about `helpful’?” Austin: “Being kind to them, giving some goal to help them improve their work.” “And what about `kind’?” Tim: “You shouldn’t say, `I really don’t like how you did that.’ You should say, `You did that pretty well, but maybe you should do …’” Judy nods. “Acknowledging the hard work first.” Then she reinforces the importance of the task. “Second-graders, you’re taking on a big responsibility. Your job is to be an audience and to help, to listen really hard to a thirdgrader share their Passage portfolio.” This is the last week of classes. Thirdgraders, along with four other grade levels at Rocky Mountain School of Expeditionary Learning, are practicing for their presentation of their year’s work to community and teacher panels to demonstrate they are ready to move forward. They will talk about what they learned, how they grew as people, what wonderful ideas they have come upon as writers, readers, scientists, mathematicians, artists. “It’s this idea of passage,” Judy says, of “moving on.” Life’s journey, after all, could be defined
Judy Racine and her second- and third-graders ham it up during their last week of school. Photo by Ann Macari Healey as a series of passages: College graduation. First car. First job. Marriage. First child. This year, like her students, Judy, too, will be moving on. After 40 years of teaching, she is retiring. It is, she says, “another part of my passage.” ••• Principal Chad Burns tells this story to illustrate the essence of Judy’s teaching. He’s at school on a Saturday, working. Judy and her husband, Joe, pull into the parking lot with a pickup truck filled with bags of mulch for the school garden, which Judy’s students have chosen as their service project for the year. They heap the bags onto the sidewalk near the playground. “Where do you want me to take it?” Burns asks. “Oh, no,” Judy answers. The mulch stays here. “They’ll figure it out.” The following Monday, before school starts, the second- and third-graders are marching across the playground in assembly-line formation, carrying the bags and dropping them in the garden. “She gives the kids the right amount of support,” Burns says. “But even when
you’re 8 years old, it’s OK — you’ll figure it out.” When she retired June 3, Judy was the oldest — at 65 — and the most veteran staff member in terms of longevity — at 20 years — of the low-slung school tucked in a south Denver residential neighborhood. She was a pioneering member of the program, supported by five school districts — Littleton, Douglas County, Cherry Creek, Denver and Aurora — and the nonprofit Public Education and Business Coalition. The curriculum is built on the principles of Outward Bound and teaches curriculum with multidisciplinary learning expeditions or in-depth field trips for areas of study. Students showcase what they’ve learned in unit-ending projects they present to the community. Judy will tell you she has no patience for today’s focus on testing and evaluation metrics, of the loss of play as a daily part of learning, of the emphasis on singular standards rather than the “wholeness” of a child. At the Expeditionary school, she found a place that let her do it her way, to instill a love for learning by letting kids be kids.
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Music brings ‘good vibes and happy people’ Golden bluegrass festival attracts biggest crowd yet By Christy Steadman csteadman@colorado communitymedia.com Hundreds of people braved the weekend heat to enjoy some live bluegrass at the Golden Music Festival at Clear Creek History Park in Golden. In its 20th rendition, the June 1012 turnout was probably the biggest yet, said Nathan Richie, director of Golden History Museums. “The word is out that this is the best little bluegrass festival in Colorado,” he said. And part of that is having it at Clear Creek History Park — people enjoy having the unique venue. The crowd is always enthusiastic and happy to be here, said Chris El-
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says. “If you didn’t have that — a strong crew — they’re not learning or they’re always in conflict or there’s always something going on. The actual teaching of content comes after you’ve established a safe community.” The students know Judy won’t be back next year. The reasons they give for missing her reflect — in their simplicity — unwitting insights into good teaching.
Boulder-based Ragged Union kicks off the Golden Music Festival on June 10. The three-day festival took place June 10-12 at Clear Creek History Park and featured 10 bands, a beer garden, face painting, food trucks and arts-and-crafts and service vendors. Photo by Christy Steadman
liott, banjo player for Ragged Union, the first performance of the weekend. “We’re always thrilled to come back to this festival,” he said. The festival benefits the history museums and underwrites its educational programs. Along with live music, festival-goers enjoyed a beer garden, face painting, food trucks and vendors with jewelry, clothing, hats and local services. The Jefferson County Library was there passing out fans and signing people up for library cards or summer reading. The goal this year is to read a marathon — or 26.2 million minutes, said Golden library supervisor Debbie Ridgell. Ten bands performed throughout the weekend. And festival-goer Bevin Foley considered it one of the festival’s best lineups. It’s a special place, she said. “Good vibes and happy people.”
“I’m sad,” Tim says. “She was like a RMSEL legend, and she takes us on really, really fun camping trips. … She treats students like students, and doesn’t just do it for them.” “She’s really nice,” Tesla says. “And she teaches us really good stuff.” Dawson: “She made us be kind, then she would help us a lot in math.” Ainsley: “She teaches things that are actually important instead of studying something that isn’t that important and you could learn without your teacher.” “She’s smart,” says Landon. “She gets our energy out
in the morning … stretch, play a game, then ready to learn.” And then, from Tesla: “We’ll miss her. But she deserves to retire. She’s been working hard for a while.” Judy isn’t sure what she’ll do next. She would love to stay in education in some way — she feels like she still has so much more to give. But something unexpected could surprise her. “I told myself to keep open eyes, open ears, make sure I’m open to anything that comes along and feels good and right,” Judy says. She doesn’t have a
bucket list. She prefers to let things happen when they happen. She will just figure it out. ••• On the last day of classes, Judy sends her students off with a simple, cheerful directive: “Have a fantastic summer!” That means no academics allowed. Read a book, she suggests. Lie in the grass and watch the clouds. Fly a kite. Make sure you find someone you can help. Find something you’ve never done before — chal-
lenge yourself. She doesn’t worry, though. Like her, she knows they’ll figure it out. Ann Macari Healey’s award-
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Afternoon in the library Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com Libraries might be quiet places, but at any given time in the summer, there’s a steady hum of activity at the Belmar library. “We come here a lot because there’s always a lot to do here,” said Leslie Papa, who was at the library with her son Harlan on June 8. “Especially during the summer, it’s just a good place to spend the day.” A quick visit to the library is bound to show all ages immersed in some activity. On the 8th, children were playing in the children’s area, while parents flipped through one of the library’s magazines or a newly checked out book. Teenagers were surfing the net or searching for the next book in the latest young adult series craze. And adults picked their way through the sections, looking for a beach read or something to read on the back porch. The Belmar Library is also an arts hub, and because it was INSPIRE Arts Week in Lakewood, the front windows were home to a colorful mural created by patrons and children. During his visit, Harlan was added an Angry Bird or two to the image, and when asked why, he had a simple answer — “I just like to draw Angry Birds everywhere.” The library was also the new home to artfully decorated cardboard towers from 9th and 10th grade art students at Alameda High School. Students in the classes of Jenna Waite-Gannon and Michelle Yocom decorated the towers with their favorite stories — everything from “Where
Leslie Papa and her son Harlan paint the window mural at the Belmar Library on June 8. Photo by Clarke Reader the Wild Things Are” to “The Little Mermaid” and “Humpty Dumpty.” “It’s a special display we’ll have here this summer,” said Rhoda Yeager, children’s information services supervisor with the library. “It’s a pretty
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June 16, 2016 Some of the different games Boxwood Pinball cofounder Bill Manke has designed. Each game tells a different story and requires different strategic thinking. Photo by Clarke Reader
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machines out of wood. “Bagatelle was pinball before flippers and all the stuff we see today,” Manke explained. “It was all about the skill of the plunge.” Together, Manke and Hetman started Boxwood, with Manke making and designing the games and Hetman creating the art for each piece. The process for crafting each one takes around six weeks. The machines Boxwood makes provide dual uses — they can be hung on the wall as art, or played.
Manke designs the games to cater to a range of skill levels. People can just walk up and play, but he also has adventure books he created to play through for more dedicated players. “The story aspect is important because it allows for the creation of goals,” Manke said. “My plan is also to create one new tournament board a year.” According to Manke, bagatelle machines became popular bar games during the Great Depression. Tapping into that history, Boxwood has machines at area brewpubs and distilleries, like Englewood’s Devil’s Head Distillery. “We’ve had one of the machines here for three months,” said Devil’s Head owner Ryan White. “I’d never seen a machine like it before, and it’s been a great
game for guests to play.” One of the reasons for the transition to electronic pinball machines was to attract people in a loud place, Manke added. The machines Boxwood makes are designed for home use and the ever-growing craft brew scene. The design and building process are fun and challenging for Manke, and he developed a way to share that process with children. He created simple kits that allow children to build, design and color their own bagatelle machines. Parents and schools have used the kits as a fun hands-on activity and way to teach children about a variety of subjects, including math, science, art and storytelling. Rocky Mountain School of Expedition-
ary Learning teachers Jenny Kapke and Judy Racine used the kits to help their students in their simple tools section. Over around six weeks, students learned how to use tools, about painting and engineering. “It was a great project because it integrated all kinds of skills seamlessly,” Racine said. “It really was a phenomenal experience for everyone.” Seeing others take delight in the games he has created keeps Manke eager to tell new stories through his works. “The most amazing part for me is coming up with rules for the game, and then hearing them explained to others,” he said. “It’s watching the story spread.” For more information, visit www.boxwoodpinball.com.
Colorado Community Media honored at convention Staff report Colorado Community Media won more than 30 Colorado Press Association awards — including General Excellence in Advertising among large-circulation weekly newspapers — at the recent state convention in Lakewood. Also in the largecirculation weekly category, Ann Macari Healey took first place in serious column writing and Mike DiFerdinando was award-
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This year, Jeffco Schools graduates, Garrett Storm and Riley Koch, received $2,500 towards their future educations from the the Jefferson County Retired School Employees Association. Storm is a graduate from Green Mountain and will attend University of Colorado Denver to pursue a combined bachelors and medical degree. Koch will attend Red Rocks Community College in the fall to become a special education teacher. Order of individuals left-right: Robin Weikel (Jeffco Schools Foundation-Program Coordinator), Kathy Zachman (Past Co-President JCRSEA), Karen Carter, (JCRSEA Scholarship Chair), Jeff Storm (dad), Garrett Storm (scholarship recipient), Andrea Storm (mom), Ann Koch (mom), Riley Koch (scholarship recipient), Bob Zachman (Past Co-President JCRSEA). Courtesy photo
NEWS IN A HURRY Fine Craft Invitational at Foothills Art Center Foothills Art Center’s member preview of the Fine Craft Invitational exhibit takes place from 6-8 p.m. June 23 at Foothills Art Center, 809 15th St. in Golden. Exhibiting artist Ron Gerton will participate in an artistic process discussion and Q&A from 6:30-7 p.m. The Fine Craft Invitational features six American artists working in clay, fiber, glass, metals and wood. The exhibit will run from June 24 to Sept. 4. To learn more, visit www. foothillsartcenter.org or call 303 279-3922.
In addition, Foothills Art Center is partnering with the Alzheimer’s Association of Colorado to provide people with mild memory loss and their care partners an opportunity to enjoy object-based learning and discussion during the Fine Craft Invitational. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to noon June 26 at the Foothills Art Center. The program is free for participants, but registration is required. For more information or to register, contact Kera Magarill at 303813-1669 or kmagarill@alz.org. Jeffco Open Space Trail Project at Van Bibber Park To celebrate the summer solstice, Jefferson County Open
Space is inviting people to participate in a build-and-restore trails project from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 25 at Van Bibber Park in Arvada. The main trailhead is at 5575 Ward Road. The work will address erosion issues on several trails. No experience is necessary, but volunteers should be in good physical condition. The minimum age for the project is 14, and volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Volunteers will enjoy lunch and have the chance to receive raffle giveaways. The Summer Solstice event is the second of “The Big Five” Saturday volunteer projects. Three more will follow:
- July 16: Volunteer in the Valley at South Valley Park - Sept. 24: National Public Lands Day, park to be determined - Oct. 15: Fall Into Service, park to be determined Volunteers must register for each event individually. Register at www.jeffcoopenspace.eventbrite.com. Registered volunteers will receive confirmation and more information and instructions about where to meet. Additional questions can be directed to Jana Johns, volunteer services supervisor, at jjohns@ jeffco.us or 303-271-5922. NASA/Aerospace Small Business Industry Day The Jefferson County Eco-
nomic Development Corporation is hosting an inaugural NASA/Aerospace Small Business Industry Day 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. June 28 at the Sheraton Denver West, 360 Union Blvd., in Lakewood. The event will offer contracting organization exhibitors, outreach and networking opportunities, panels with contracting reps, workshops, a welcome address, a luncheon with a keynote speaker and oneon-one preregistered appointments for business owners with contracting reps and purchasing managers. For more information or to register, visit www.nasaaerospace-smallbizindustryday. eventbrite.com.
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By Christy SteadmanJune 16 csteadman@colorado communitymedia.com It was just routine for the Woodson Family of Arvada. Every couple of weeks on Saturday morning, Wilbur “Woody” Woodson Jr. would get up early and head over to Bonfils’ community donor center in Golden to donate platelets. But on June 10, the family was celebrating a milestone donation. Woodson made his 400th donation that day, equaling about 50 gallons. It is estimated that Woodson’s donations have probably saved 1,200 lives through all his donations.. “I have lots of time to give blood,” Woodson, 63, said. “It’s the least I can do.” Woodson retired from Pipefitters as a Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) technician on April 1. He stays busy as an umpire for a lot of baseball games — he recently was at 18 games in one week. He especially enjoys the games of young people entering high school.
Hanna Shuck, a phlebotomist with Bonfils Blood Center, prepares Wilbur “Woody” Woodson Jr. for his 400th blood donation on June 10 at the Bonfils’ community donor center in Golden. Woodson started donating platelets when he when in to donate as a way to show support for the victims of the Oklahoma City bombing on April 19, 1995. Photo by Christy Steadman Plus, Woodson is expecting his first grandchild — a girl to be born to his son Toby. She was due on June 1, according to Toby, so the family is expecting her arrival any day. But Woodson started donating blood
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long before his retirement. He started off donating at mobile sites sometime in the mid-1980s. Then, on April 19, 1995, as a way to show support for the victims of the Oklahoma City bombing — a domestic terrorist attack — he donated at Bonfils’ community donor center in Golden. “That’s when I got rolling here,” Woodson said. And he learned something new that day — platelet donations go to people undergoing chemotherapy. At the age of 50, Woodson’s mother died of colon cancer. So once he learned platelet donations help cancer patients, it became his preferred donation. The constant need for platelet donors is especially crucial, Bonfils’ communications specialist Liz Lambert said, because platelets have a shelf life of only five days. Whole blood donations can be transfused for up to 42 days, she said. Although it varies between donors, it takes about an hour-and-a-half to two hours to do a platelet donation, compared to the approximate 10 minutes for whole blood. Platelet donors are able to donate up to 24 times per year, and whole blood donors can donate up to six times per year. Platelet and plasma donations are only able to be done at Bonfils’ fixed donor centers because of the machinery required. Most people donate whole blood, Lambert said. Woodson is one of the five
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HOW TO HELP Bonfils Blood Center is a nonprofit organization that serves 100 hospitals in Colorado. Bonfils has seven community donor centers — five in the Denver-metro area, plus Colorado Springs and Boulder. Bonfils’ mobile blood drives occur about 10 times a day in various locations all over the state. It takes about 3,000 donations each week to meet the known demand, and to be prepared for unexpected emergencies, said Bonfils’ communications specialist Liz Lambert. “People think about it during tragedies,” Lambert said, “but there’s every day need as well.” For information about Bonfils or to learn more about donating blood, visit www. bonfils.org, or call 303-366-2000. percent of Bonfils donors who does platelets, she said. “It takes a special type of person to come back regularly,” said Mark Thompson, Bonfils’ vice president of performance improvements. “It’s a big commitment.” Thompson noted that Woodson’s dedication proves he realizes the value of his donations. “The biggest thing is making a difference in peoples’ lives,” Woodson said. “It’s pretty fulfilling.” Out of nearly 70,000 Bonfils donors, Woodson became the 22nd person to top the 50-gallon milestone during his June 10 donation. He saw some of the other award ceremonies, and at the time, thought, “I’ll never make that,” Woodson said. But now that he has, he added he has no plans to stop donating. His family is “really proud of him,” said Phyllis, Woodson’s wife of 37 years. “What an accomplishment,” she said. It’s great that he’s been donating for so many years, Woodson’s daughter Shelley Woodson Banker said. “Hopefully his story will inspire others to give,” Banker said.
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Applewood woman killed in car crash I-70 closed for hours after multi-vehicle crash By Christy Steadman csteadman@coloradocommunitymedia.com A California man has been cited for careless driving after a multi-vehicle crash on I-70 occurred on June 7, resulting in the death of a Golden woman. Autopsy results determined that Nancy Gail Courtright, 55, of the Apple-
NEWS IN A HURRY Charlie Brammeier sentenced to life in prison Charlie Robert Brammeier, 31, was sentenced o life in prison for the murder of 43-year-old Timothy Gomez. Brammeier used a full-sized Mag-Lite to bludgeon Gomez as he lay sleeping on his couch at his home in Lakewood. In April a Jefferson County jury found Brammeier guilty of first degree murder, second degree murder, aggravated robbery, burglary and aggravated motor vehicle theft. He was sentenced to life in prison for the first degree murder; 10 years in prison for the aggravated robbery and two years in prison for aggravated motor vehicle theft. All the sentences are to be served concurrently. The second degree murder and burglary counts merged for the purpose of sentencing. On Aug. 4, 2014, Lakewood police were called to 1250 S. Pierce Street where they found Gomez, who had been brutally assaulted, lying on the couch. Gomez lived at the house with three roommates. Brammeier testified at trial that he was angry about a $20 drug transaction. His defense was that he was in a crack-cocaine induced psychosis when he bludgeoned Gomez with the Mag-Lite. Belmar launches first rewards program On Monday, June 6, Belmar debuted “Oh, So Simple Rewards,” the center’s first mall-wide shopping rewards program. Oh, So Simple Rewards is a simple shop and earn program. Every time a Belmar shopper reaches $250 - whether it’s for one pur-
wood area, died of multiple blunt force injuries. The crash occurred at about 4:15 p.m. at mile marker 261 on westbound I-70, west of Highway 6. Fasiotitagata Alphonso Seiye Tuipelehake of Anaheim, California, was driving a semi-truck westbound on I-70 near the C-470 merge when he failed to see traffic slowing ahead of him, according to the Golden Police Department. The semi-truck he was driving struck three passenger vehicles, according to
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Open house for Lasley Park final plan Lakewood is hosting a walkthrough of what the new Lasley Park could look like and collect feedback from residents. Members of the public are invited to “tour” the reimagined park at an open house from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 23 at 6677 W. Florida Ave. Staff will be stationed around the park to discuss various elements of the plan, answer questions and gather feedback. Pizza and fruit will be served on a firstcome, first-served basis. Recreation staff will be on-site to coordinate fun games for youth of all ages. In addition to providing comments at the open house, the City invites residents to visit Lakewood. org/Projects to view details of the final plan and provide feedback through
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Performance Now presents “Forever Plaid” Performance Now presents “Forever Plaid,” June 10 - 26 at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway in Lakewood. Performances are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and 2 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. “Forever Plaid” features Adam Luhrs, David George, Shaun McClellan and Jeremy Rill in the story of four musicians who form a group in the 1950s called “Forever Plaid.”. Tickets are $20 - $35 and are available or online at www.performancenow. org or by calling 303-9877845.
the Police Department. Courtright was pronounced dead on the scene. The drivers of the other two vehicles suffered minor injuries, and one of them was transported to an area hospital. Tuipelehake, 41, had a valid commercial license. He was transported to the Golden Police Department and voluntarily consented to a blood test, and was released pending the outcome of the investigation. The Police Department said Friday that the results of that blood test were
ments such as vision and mission statements and assessment of resident’s expectations. Bronze applicants must demonstrate their ability to implement a performance improvement system. As a recipient, the center has met the demands of the criteria and can move forward next year to apply for Silver. RRCC Presents ‘Pensacola’ Red Rocks Community College (RRCC) Theatre Arts and Dance Department presents the Colorado premiere of “Pensacola,” written and directed by David-Matthew Barnes. Performances are produced by special arrangement with JAC Publishing & Promotions. The show runs June 16, 17 and 18 at the Red Rocks Community College Theater (west end, lower level), 13300 W. 6th Ave., Lakewood . Show times are 7:30 p.m. Admission is $10. The play explores the lives of four Southern women, and is a celebration of family, love, and strength. “Pensacola” has been nominated for six Elly Awards by the Sacramento Area Regional Theatre Alliance (SARTA) including Best Original Script, Best Supporting Actress in a Drama, and Best Leading Actress in a Drama. Tickets may be purchased in advance online at www.tinyurl.com/ RRCCTickets. Credit and debit cards are also accepted at the door. Everitt Farms celebrates National Polliator Week National Pollinator Week is June 20 through 26, and Lakewood’s Everitt Farms is hosting a festival to celebrate. Jun in June: “A Honey
not yet available. Tuipelehake has since been cited for careless driving causing death. He will appear in Jefferson County court on Sept. 1. Golden Police Department’s Accident Investigation Team conducted the onscene investigation, and Colorado State Patrol’s Motor Carrier Unit will assist with the mechanical inspection of the semi-truck. Westbound I-70 reopened at about 9:30 p.m.
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For more information, visit www.cfulstybooks. com. RMCAD announces 2016 FARMCAD dates Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) announces its secondannual FARMCAD event series — a free summer food, art, and craft market held on the college’s 23-acre, historic campus at 1600 Pierce St. The outdoor market will showcase local artists and vendors selling original, handmade goods; food crafts and food trucks; and live entertainment. Each event will also feature art activities for children and adults, including demonstrations and hands-on activities. FARMCAD will be open — rain or shine — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 18, July 16, Aug. 20 and Sept. 17. On Aug. 20, FARMCAD will be held in collaboration with 40West Arts and the West Colfax Community Association’s West Colfax Mural Fest.This event will feature extended hours and additional events, including the unveiling of a mural by Denver-based artist and RMCAD alumnus Daniel Chavez that will permanently be on display at RMCAD. For more information about the FARMCAD series, visit FARMCAD.net.
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Humanity might be a magic pill I was recently watching a movie from a few years back called “Limitless,” starring Bradley Cooper. The basic premise is that an aspiring writer, Cooper, takes a wonder drug which activates . . . OK, let me back up a little. Cooper, the aspiring writer, is also a Hemingway-esque alcoholic whose living quarters would embarrass a caveman, and whose moral compass points towards Babylon. Just sayin’ — understand that I use the word “writer” a bit liberally. Like with myself. Anyway, Cooper takes a wonder drug which activates the 90 percent of the human brain that nobody uses, and it sets off a flurry of accomplishment and activity which vault him into, well, the realm of humanity. Now, I think a lot of people see this movie, and think to themselves something along the lines of “Oh, if only I could activate my brain like that.” But, actually, the things that really set him apart were not particularly things that require a drug. For instance, almost immediately, after he takes the drug the first time, he bumps into his landlord, a woman, and seduces her (yeah, I know—apparently the drug has little effect on the moral compass thing). But, not by being particularly better looking or wittier; it happens after he notices a book that she is carrying that only a law student would carry, which he turns into a conversation about law. That’s not magic — that’s just good
humanity. How many of us go through life barely noticing the most obvious details about the people around us, much less the minutiae that make interesting conversation? Heck, I’m pretty sure I could walk through the halls of Michael Alcorn any local high school in clown’s makeup HITTING with a sign that says HOME “I’ll give you $1 if you notice me,” and so few kids would extract their eyes from their cell phones that I could walk out with most of my lunch money. And, how much better would everybody’s lives be if we took — and, believe me, NOBODY is more guilty of this than me — if we just made a point of finding one interesting thing about everybody we run in to, and ask them about it. They would feel important, and we might actually learn things. The second thing the Cooper character does after taking the drug is clean his apartment. Now, I will admit to using cleaning as a stall tactic (as in, “Oh, I just can’t write a word of this column until I straighten up this desk”), but that’s not what was happening here: This was a person recognizing that
raising the humanity level of his existence was important before he could get his real work done. Again, not magic. In fact, to some degree, very ancient wisdom. I’m no Talmudic scholar, but it is my understanding that the day before devout Jews observe Yom Kippur (the “Day of Atonement”) and ask forgiveness from God, they observe Erev Yom Kippur, in which they ask forgiveness from the people around them. For thousands of years, the Jewish people have practiced cleaning up their humanity before getting the real work done of cleaning up their souls. Pretty cool, huh? And then, after all that, Bradley Cooper’s character finally sits down to write. And, you know what? This was also not magic. He worked — he spent hours and hours, without alcohol, television or any other distraction — and he got his work done. I think there is magic in the world, and I’m hoping someday somebody comes up with something that will unlock the vast, unused corners and crevices of my brain. But, even if they do, I really believe that there’s an awful lot more to be accomplished by observation, straightening up and hard work than by some magical pill. 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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What do you like best about public art? Summer is a great time to explore public art, from its statues and murals to concerts in public places. We went to Lakewood’s Wadsworth Station to find out what people like best about public art.
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On listening to my own advice Before Memorial Day, several of my colleagues shared their plans for the long weekend. One was off to the Canyonlands of Utah, another to North Dakota for fishing, and yet another was headed to the Great Sand Dunes National Monument in my old stomping grounds of the San Luis Valley. To this co-worker I warned, with an air of superior knowledge, “Take insect repellent – it’s tick season in the Sangre de Cristos.” It was good advice. I know from school field trips, Girl Scout outings, and afterprom evenings that ticks are plentiful in southern Colorado in late May. Besides being just creepy, they can carry disease. Plus, once they dig in, they are really hard to remove. So avoiding them in the first place is the best plan. I also spent the holiday out of town, crawling around the mountains near Steamboat Springs, because I played two 18-hole rounds of extreme disc golf. I am
not a good thrower and although most of my own shots went uncontrollably off into the scrub brush, we all were ducking under branches, scrambling over rocks, and pushing overhanging foliage out of the way. Andrea Doray You may have ALCHEMY guessed already where this is going. The ticks are also plentiful in the northern Rocky Mountains this time of year. Before we even got back to our cars, one of my friends found a tick on his sleeve. My own words came back to me: “Take insect repellent – it’s tick season!” To be fair, I had no idea we would be
playing disc golf at all, much less in the wild – and wildly remote – underbrush of Routt National Forest. I did have the good sense to change from sandals to tennis shoes, and to grab a visor and sunscreen. Yet it never entered my mind to pick up some bug spray, even though I had been all too eager to advise others to do the same. So, maybe you can guess what happened next. The following morning, I spotted a tick crawling down my shirt … a different shirt. I was seriously weirded out (to use specific language). I’m pretty nonchalant about possible disease, but the fact that this thing had somehow been hanging around overnight was quite unsettling. Why hadn’t I taken my own advice? The reason I’m telling you all this is because it’s a good reminder for me — actually, for anyone who thinks we know what’s best … for someone else. I often
A library is a local joyful place to take children The library is a great place to take grandchildren when providing childcare. The visits are easy, inexpensive, and offer a fresh supply of books for the home stack. They provide an opportunity for adults and children to meet others with similar interests. Libraries are providing so much more than books. Check out the mailer sent to your home or the information board at your library. Librarians more than ever are pairing reading with art, music, games, Lego engineering, reading to pets, science, math, economics, technology, contests, writing, storytelling, puppets, toys and imaginary play. A bit of prep As with any activity, families can prepare children for good behavior and practice before visiting. A library is a place to walk and use an indoor voice because others are thinking and reading. It is a joyful place to explore, be friendly, share toys
with others and greet librarians. Build it up LIFELONG as one of the most LEARNING wonderful treasures in the community. It is, if you want children to be good readers and successful. Take a short tour of the library. Notice displays. Introduce children to the library toys in the children’s section and play with them together. Then take a peek at books you want to encourage. Librarians will help you find sections of your favorite books. Large storybooks and other fiction books are made up and organized by the author’s last name. They have beautiful illustrations that are important to point out and discuss while reading. Nonfiction books are factual and are arranged by numbers on their spines. Ask librarians to help find a topic and browse the shelves. Preschool children may like to look at the pictures of nonfiction books
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while adults explain what they are seeing. Children often want to take out a favorite book repeatedly like an old familiar blanket. They often pretend to “read” these books to adults because they have them memorized. This behavior is one of the first signs that you are raising a reader. Transition to home Leaving may be the tough part. About 20 minutes before departing start a transition time. Some adults point to a clock’s minute hand to show the leaving time even though children can’t read it yet. “Number one in a little while, it is time to put toys away so we can find them again.” When finished, state, “Number two we will check out our books. Number three we will have mac and cheese at Macalady continues on Page 17
find myself pushing into other people’s conversations to share my opinions, even when unsolicited. I have felt pretty sure, recently, that I know the best place to vacation in Mexico, the best route to take downtown, and even what’s best to order in a restaurant because it’s what I like. From the reactions I’ve received, though, some of the recipients of my proclamations might have been bemused, or even annoyed. My opinions may be all well and good … for me. But for other people, maybe not so much. And, clearly, I didn’t consider the advice I gave out to be good enough for me. Lessons learned? Provide advice only when asked, and be sure it’s advice I would follow myself. Andrea Doray is a writer who still believes that warning people about tick season is a good thing. Contact her at a.doray@ andreadoray.com.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Who to blame for traffic troubles? How many times have you heard this? “Elect me to the legislature and I won’t raise taxes.” State gas taxes haven’t been raised in 24 years. So you can’t blame the legislature. Have you heard this? “Fix the highways by raising the sales tax instead.” Sales tax in Northglenn is almost 10 percent. Fix the existing highway problems and you wouldn’t afford to live in Northglenn. Have you heard this? “Raise the sales tax on everybody.” The elderly and others who don’t drive would still have to come up with the money to benefit those who do. Fact: Colorado has the lowest gas tax in the nation and the highest growth rate. Get it? Kevin Sampson, Denver
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June 16, 2016
OF THE
CON Backstory: They’ve got QUIRK
Locals bring talent, excitement to fifth annual Denver Comic Con
By Crystal Anderson and Clarke Reader
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n the realm of nerd, one can always go a little deeper. And for area self-proclaimed nerds and fans of the pop culture phenomenon, that’s where the Denver Comic Con comes in.
“We’re putting on a show that we’d want to attend,” said Christina Angel, director of Denver Comic Con. “That’s one of the beautiful things about maintaining an independent con. We’re unique in the landscape of cons, reflecting Denver’s pop culture interests, but we’re also different each year with new themes and focus.” Beginning Friday, June 17, local fans, artists, cosplayers, game designers and authors will descend upon the fifth annual Denver Comic Con, a convention focused on the popular culture of comic book, graphic novel, science fiction, fantasy and anime worlds. Founded by Pop Culture Classroom, a charitable organization that uses comic book media to promote student literacy, it also offers specific programs, panels, vendors and artists, along with celebrity photo ops and signings. A big part of the fun is cosplaying, where fans dress up in elaborately designed, often handmade, costumes of their favorite characters. Last year, more than 100,000 people attended the Denver convention, making it one of the fastest-growing in the country. This year’s convention runs through Sunday, June 19, at the Colorado Convention Center. But the con’s not-so-secret mission is education. “The coolest thing about this year’s con is the same
to do
thing that is cool about it every year,” Angel said. “PCC (Pop Culture Classroom) is in the Colorado community year-round, engaging kids in literacy and education through its programs that use comics and pop culture in the classroom.” Proceeds from the Comic Con pay for staffing, supplies and infrastructure of the program, which is offered for free to schools. For area educators, such as Elle Skelton, who teaches seventh-grade English at Pinnacle Charter School in Federal Heights, the con is an amusing and educational experience. “Most people don’t realize the people who put on the Comic Con have a big focus on education,” she said. “I’m going there to find ways to incorporate pop culture and comic books into my classroom and using them for literature purposes.” The con’s educational mission, said Arvada fan Robin Melberg, is one she accepts with her whole heart. “It’s the only nonprofit con and it all goes to kid’s literacy and reading,” she said. “It makes you feel so good.” From video game design to meeting the godfather of Marvel Comics, Stan Lee, and everything imaginable in between, fans will be immersed in an overwhelming sea of
WHAT: Denver Comic Con, an annual convention focused on the popular culture of comic book, graphic novel, science fiction, fantasy and anime worlds WHEN: Friday, June 17, to Sunday, June 19 June 17: Show Floor, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Panels and Screenings, 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m. June 18: Show Floor, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Panels and Screenings, 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m. June 19: Show Floor, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Panels and Screenings, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. For a detailed schedule of events, go to https://webmobile.experientengage.com/~DCC161/#/eventItem WHERE: Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St., Denver TICKETS: Child per day, $8.25; Adult per day, $38.50 on June 17 and $44 on June 18 and 19.
nerd, one many local con-goers say is the place to be. “Comic Con is a way to embrace different personalities,” said Katie Hartkopp, a Wheat Ridge author and fan of nerdy things. “It’s a chance to say it’s OK to be whoever you want … it’s a group celebration of individuality.”
CHILDREN OF UUM Fourth Axis games has been working on “Children of Uum” for three years. The game is designed for Oculus Rift virtual reality system. It is a first-person action adventure set on the moon Ghar, which orbits the planet Uum. The story follows a Refractor (an inhabitant of Ghar) named Rowb, and his guide Pride, as he attempts to learn the mysteries of his ancestors and his own future. The game will have eight levels when it is finished, and is currently still in development. At Comic Con, players will be able to go on a brief mission and explore the world Fourth Axis has created. “We’re indie gamers, which means we get to make this game our way,” said Ricky Davis, level designer with Fourth Axis. “The theme of the game is faith and wonder, and it’s been amazing to bring this to life,” added Ross Moreno, programmer and story lead. For more information on the company and “Children of Uum,” visit fourthaxisgames. com.
An image from the worlds created by Fourth Axis Games for their virtual reality game, “Children of Uum.” Attendees at Denver Comic Con will a chance to explore one level, meet the characters and complete a mini-quest. Courtesy of Fourth Axis Games
MEET THE DESIGN TEAM:
Name: Ricky Davis Age: 28 Superpower: Worldshaper, Level Designer Guild info: Fourth Axis Games Origin story: With parents who were artists, musicians and photographers, Davis grew up with art all around him. He is particularly interested in science fiction and fu-
turistic worlds and sees art as an important way to express these ideas. By working on video games and 3D art, he is able to do technological and artistic work at the same time. “I love meeting everyone at Comic Con,” he said. “These are my kind of people.”
Name: Ross Moreno Age: 27 Superpower: Programming (i.e., One with the Matrix), animation and storytelling Guild info: Fourth Axis Games Origin story: Moreno can’t remember a time when he wasn’t interested in drawing, and art’s storytelling capabilities have been a lifelong area of interest. He calls it propel-
ling thought. Miller sees video games as the most dynamic new form of storytelling around. “I think people underestimate what stories do to all of us,” he said. “It’s surreal to see a world you created come to life.”
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CON-GOERS OPEN UP Name: Zac Skellington Conley
Night-time Monsters” by Jason M. Adams, which I illustrated.
I’m not a big convention goer, but I love the artist collaboration and the Superpower: I’m Batexposure my work gets at cons like man this. I’ve shown at Denver all five Guild info: SkellOArt years, and was at San Diego and Long is my business, Sisters Beach’s cons before that. At this year’s of Mercy Monster Denver Comic Con, our booth will Carnival is my comic, and I’m part feature 10 different people showof 5280Geek, a network casing their work. From of artists, designers, elegant Japanese brush Meet a few of professional and selfpaintings and photograDenver Comic proclaimed “geeks.” phy, to illustrations, jewCon fans and find elry and signing cosplayout why they love Origin Story: I do a little ers up for the Colorado the genre. For bit of everything, and this Cosplay Registry, we’ve the non-initiated, year, that’s exactly what got it all — and the best “Superpower” reour booth, No. 615, will part is — it’s a fundraiser. fers to the power be too. you’d have if you We’re raising money for For the past 20 years I’ve could, “Guild Cap for Kids, a Colorado been a professional artinfo” means nonprofit that sends ist, selling my sketches, profession and superheroes to children paintings, sculptures, “Origin Story” is a in area hospitals. photographs, illustraperson’s bio. tions, toys and tattoo If there’s a cosplayer at designs. I also was the art the Con, I want them to director for several nacome to this booth. They’ll be able to tional campaigns, including “Coyote register on the cosplayer registry and Ugly.” My most current projects are support Cap for Kids, which is seeka 60-foot 3D mural at the Wizard’s ing cosplayers to join their ranks of Chest in Denver with two dragons, visiting superheroes. I’m trying to get some baby dragons and a couple of all the cosplayers I can to come and knights guarding the stairwell and donate the change in their pockets to launching the children’s book, “The this charity. Age: 42
Name: Kristian Yeager
Guild info: Celebrity Huntress
Age: 25
Origin story: My entire life has revolved around comic books, really since I can remember.
Superpower: Poison Ivy’s, only because when it comes down to it, she can make anything grow out of dead soil. So I would never go hungry and could survive anything that is thrown my way.
Name: Nathan Trujillo Age: 29 Superpower: Magneto’s power Guild info: Crafty ConGoer Origin story: I’ve been attending all sorts of SciFi, Fantasy and Comic Cons for years, it’s really cool. So five years ago, when Comic Con first came to Denver, there was no question, we had to go.
COMIC CON FAMILY
Name: The Melberg Family, Mitch, Robin, Zoey and Leia Ages: 34, 34, 11 and 7 Superpowers: Mitch — Super strength, there’s nothing that beats throwing cars at people.
Robin — Oh I’d be Rogue — you can take other things, just borrow powers. Zoey — The four elements. It’s cool to have fire and water powers and also air. Just cool to control the elements. Leia — I’d be invisible, so I can sneak up on my sister and scare her.
Guild info: House of Alter Egos
Origin story: We meet our hero family, The Melbergs, in a local beverage establishment just three short years after they moved here from North Dakota where, well, nerd culture wasn’t really a big thing. The patriarch hailed from the local town of Arvada, Colorado, where he now resides with his personal hero, Robin, and their two heroes in training — daughters Zoey and Leia. Just like their parents, the two heroes-in-training now have a passion for science fiction, fantasy and comic book characters.
Name: Sean Brown
Name: Diana Wagner
Age: 41
Age: 26
Superpower: “Professor X” of Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design’s animation and game art department Guild info: RMCAD Origin story: An instructor at the college for three and a half years, Brown said he is a fan of the way technology, problem solving and creativity come together in the art world. For Denver Comic Con this year, he led a student project to create a virtual comic book called “Rough Draftees.” The group dubbed itself the Digital Art Forge, and will debut the comic at Comic Con. “I’m drawn to the fact something that’s never really been done before,” he said.
Superpower: 2D animation Guild info: Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design’s Digital Art Forge Origin story: Wagner discovered a passion for art at age 13, and this led her to the Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design to continue her studies. She said she is moved by the stories artists tell, and the way it fosters connections. She would like to use her art to help children express themselves. For the “Rough Draftees,” she worked on coloring the lead character, environment and shadows. “The fact that someone has been through what I have and can tell it in story form through art is amazing,” she said.
Each spring, the family dons a different set of costumes for each of the three days of the Denver Comic Con. Once in disguise the family ventures upon the convention to show the world their creative mastery.
From “Ghostbusters” and “Star Wars”’ Hans Solo to Princess Bubblegum and Honey Lemon from Disney’s “Big Hero 6,” the family dashes into the costumed culture around them, seeking out fellow characters, and of course, heroes in disguise.
I love Wonder Woman, Batman, Spider-Man and X-Men, so it’s really cool to go, see the art and the costumes. I love watching cosplayers and seeing all the intricacies of their costumes. A lot of time and artwork goes into those. I also love the celebrities. We’ve
Originally I hail from Thornton, but now claim Wheat Ridge as my domain. For me it’s always an interesting and fun experience. I design and make props and costumes — usually two a year — for friends and various cosplayers who attend the con. And at my first con, I was walking around with an Iron Man helmet and this guy, Colin Ferguson, who played in “Firefly,” came up to me — hopped up on energy — and asked to see my helmet. He tried it on and began posing
been going to the con since it started and meeting all the celebrities has been awesome. We’ve met George Takei, the original Batman voice actor, Kevin Conroy, and the original “Darkwing Duck” voice actor, Jim Cummings, among many others. While I don’t dress up, I love taking pictures of and with cosplayers and celebrities. To me, it’s a great environment — it’s a giant family.
with it in pictures. Ever since then, I’ve had several of my pieces sold or on display at the Con. I even sold a Thor Hammer to Lou Ferrigno, aka “The Hulk.” Later he came to the Con and we chatted for quite a long time about it. It was awesome. This year I’m most looking forward to seeing Stan Lee. I have stuff signed by him, but nothing that I made, and it would be cool to have something that I made signed by him.
Batman Day for the 2014 Denver Comic Con
Day of the Doctor for 2015 Denver Comic Con
2016 Denver Comic Con Star Wars day costumes - (From LEFT TO RIGHT: Mitch, Zoe, Robin and Leia)
ROCKY MOUNTAIN COLLEGE OF ART + DESIGN’S VIRTUAL COMIC BOOK TEAM Name: Megan Demming
Name: Dale Albrecht
Name: Dave Stacy
Name: Harry Turton
Name: Travis Miller
Age: 21
Age: 28
Age: 29
Age: 18
Age: 26
Superpower: 2D animation
Superpower: Video game
Superpower: Video game
Guild info: Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design’s Digital Art Forge Origin Story: Demming has known she wanted to be an artist since high school, and has loved art her whole life. She said her dedication to art keeps her focused, and she is constantly inspired by Disney and the latest developments in animations. For “Rough Draftees,” she did coloring and animation. “I like all the costumes at comic cons,” she said. “It’s just a good atmosphere to meet people who like nerdy things.”
artistry
artistry
Superpower: Character design and 3D construction
Guild info: Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design’s Digital Art Forge
Guild info: Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design’s Digital Art Forge
Guild info: Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design’s Digital Art Forge
Origin Story: Albrecht has had a longtime penchant for creating things, and was a tattoo artist before starting at the Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design.
Origin story: After serving five years in the Marines and holding several odd jobs, Stacy wanted to give making video games a chance, especially since he’s been a fan of the medium for years.
Origin Story: Originally from El Salvador, Turton followed his love of art and video game design to the Rocky Mountain College of Art+ Design.
For “Rough Draftees,” Albrecht designed the lead female character. He said it was a fun challenge and something he’d never done before. “This has been an interesting collaboration with a lot of really good artists,” he said.
As part of the Digital Art Forge group, he helped with the story and character concept work for “Rough Draftees.” “I like the Comic Con culture because it’s very open and free,” he said. “You can be exactly who you are.”
For “Rough Draftees,” he worked on environmental construction and creation. “It’s so awesome to say you were able to work on a virtual reality piece,” he said.
Superpower: 2D animation Guild info: Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design’s Digital Art Forge Origin story: Despite not coming from an artistic background, Miller has always had story ideas, which led him to the arts world. For “Rough Draftees,” Miller worked on the environments the characters move through. “There is so much creative freedom to do whatever you want in art,” he said.
FOR MORE FACES OF THE CON To see and learn more about some of the amazing locals who are participating in this year’s Denver Comic Con, check out www.coloradocommunitymedia.com.
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LIFE
LOCAL
CULTURE FA I T H FA M I L Y FOOD HEALTH
Families flock on a recent hot and sunny day to a new attraction at Water World in Federal Heights. The appeal of aquatics adventures is elementary, according to Northglenn Recreations Programs Supervisor Deb Lawson: “Water is magical … Pool and natural water draw people in — it’s a summer concept.” Photos by Jeremy Johnson
June 16, 2016
Wet and wild summer
Family fun with H2O comes with lots of options By Jeremy Johnson and Glenn Wallace Staff writers
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here’s no shortage of fun summer activities in Colorado, from mountain hiking and camping to team and outdoor sports. But for a landlocked state, Rocky Mountain folks sure do love the water. “Water is magical. Nothing quite says summer like a pool, the smell of sunscreen, wet towels and the sound of kids playing in the water,” said Deb Lawson, recreation programs supervisor of Northglenn. “Here in Colorado … people seem to really love the water and appreciate the summer tropical atmosphere it provides. Pool and natural water draw people in — it’s a summer concept.” It’s also very much a family one. In fact, there’s perhaps no family activity more indicative of summer celebration than adventures in aquatics. Cool destinations With five of her six kids employed by Water World in Federal Heights, Kim Cochran is hardpressed for a reason not to frequent the water park with her kids. “We always buy season passes so we practically live here,” she said. “We come here about twice a week.” Cochran, of Thornton, said she likes the safety and security that
Like it or not, sunscreen is integral to ensuring a good time at the pool or water park. Here, Jeremy Faltermeier begrudgingly lets his mother, Janna Faltermeier, apply some sunscreen while brother James patiently awaits his turn. comes with the stripped down environment of a water park, and feels safe letting her kids roam. She also appreciates how Water World — like many aquatics facilities in the region these days — permits outside food, helping keep costs low. (Though she said you Water continues on Page 15
BASIC WATER SLIDE RULES Non-swimmers are not permitted. Follow and obey all rules posted for the slide that you wish to ride. Follow the directions of the slide attendant. Keep all arms and legs inside the flume. Do not use the slides under the influence of alcohol or drugs. For safety reasons, pregnant women or individuals with heart conditions or back trouble should not ride the slides. Exit plunge pool quickly.
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can’t beat the park’s all-you-caneat buffet, especially when feeding a flock of teenage boys.) But, mostly, it’s about sun and fun. “It’s just great that they’re outside all day and that’s what I really like,” she said. “People think we’re crazy because we come so much, but to us it’s something fun and easy to do.” And the real appeal, added Littleton mother Deanna Miller, is ability to keep it cool in the hot Colorado sun. “I think it’s the heat — it’s always nice to have a place to cool off,” Miller said. Fun for everyone Some of the most popular destinations are those that provide the most bang for a family’s buck — not just in terms of cost but also range of activities. For the parents with kids of varying ages, aquatics facilities that include water parks with varying levels of attractions — or even public pools with a good slide and a kiddie’s “sprayground” — are the equivalent of summer fun onestop shopping. “City Pool hits capacity on a regular basis because of the little water park,” said Renee Dodson, Thornton’s recreation program
Apex Recreation District The Apex district’s indoor pool at the Apex Center features two water slides, splash pad, obstical course, hot tub, a lazy river and lap swim. The district also has other indoor and outdoor swim facilities. To learn more, go to http://apexprd.org/ activities/swimming. Ralston Central Park and Splash Pad 5850 Garrison St. Arvada, CO 80002 To activate splash
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and facilities supervisor of aquatics. “The sprayground is packed all the time … and we also have several new shade structures with picnic tables, so people pretty much camp out for the day, have their picnics and let their kids run around.” Lakewood boasts four indoor pools, three outdoor pools and two splash pads. The splash pads are especially affordable, only $1 a person. Lakewood Aquatics Supervisor Cris Radic said the city also hosts special family nights, 5:30-8:30
Kids wade in for a closer look at the grand opening of the new Turtle Bay attraction at premier water park, Water World in Federal Heights. Photo by Jeremy Johnson
Lakewood aquatics The City of Lakewood boasts four indoor pools, two outdoor pools and two splash pad facilities.
p.m., several times during the summer at both the Glennon Heights and Morse Park pools. “We actually have an inflatable obstacle course we’ll set up for those,” Radic said. Pools can differ in amenities, and even personality, according to Radic. Some are warm water pools, perfect for relaxation, while others — like Lakewood’s Carmody Pool, features high dives and hosts an active underwater hockey league. Splash pads can offer variety too. The Splash in Golden features
two water slides, a lap pool, toddler fountain area, and a robust sandbox. For Kristina Campos, with daughters Nya, 3, and Carly, 12, variety is definitely the spice of summer life. “The thing about Water World is that it is for the whole family — my older kids have a great time and my smaller kids have a place to be that’s fun,” she said. “And as adults, we love it, too.” “There’s definitely a lot of activities for different aged kids,” Miller added. Keeping it cool While pools, parks and splash pads make summer recreation easy, the slightest error in judgment can quickly cloud over a good time. Obviously, water safety trumps all else — both parents and kids need to be aware of the inherent dangers of water activities and
keep tabs at all time. But sunburns and dehydration are other serious dangers to consider. “Definitely, you need to stay hydrated and bring lots of sunscreen,” Dodson said. Most parks allow outside bottled water and food, (but nothing in a glass container!) and any aquatics director, lifeguard or other water hound knows that sunscreen should be reapplied every two hours — at least. “It’s especially important now, at the start of the summer when kids and parents haven’t been outside a lot,” Radic said. Follow just a few safety measures and a day at the pool or water park can be all blue waters and sunny skies, Lawson said. “Just let loose, relax, have fun, enjoy the day, bring sunscreen and enjoy being together.” Reporter Crystal Anderson contributed to this report.
A mother of a mystery Terri Schlichenmeyer
BOOKWORM
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THE BOOK “The Opposite of Everyone” by Joshilyn Jackson c.2016, William Morrow $26.99 / $33.50 Canada 295 pages
You’ve always marched to the beat of a different drummer. When your friends wanted to do one thing, you were the lone voice of dissent. You rocked your own fashion, hair color and make-up, never kowtowing to the crowd or following anyone else. But as in the new book, “The Opposite of Everyone” by Joshilyn Jackson, you were never really alone. Every month, Paula Vauss sent money to one of a series of P.O. boxes. Every month, the check was cashed, so she knew her mother was alive, although Paula hadn’t
seen Kai in years. That wasn’t on purpose: Kai never stayed in one place for long, and she told Paula more than once that she didn’t need visitors. So when the last check was returned, uncashed, Paula figured it was just another of her unconventional mother’s quirks. For the first 10 years of Paula’s life, it had mostly been just the two of them. They’d moved a lot then, to a series of houses, often with a series of boyfriends, none of whom lasted more than a year. What was constant, though, were Kai’s bedtime stories of Kali the goddess, Ganesh and Hanuman. They were heroes to Paula then. She remembered every tale, word-for-word. But when the adolescent Paula did something that still hurt to think about and Kai went to jail, everything changed between them. Kai wasn’t like her old self, and
she never looked at Paula again. Paula wanted a normal life, which she realized she wouldn’t get from her mother. She escaped from Kai’s house as soon as she could. Now she was everything her mother wasn’t, complete with a law degree, a great job, a fancy condo and an alcoholic private-eye ex-lover-slash-coworker. And then she saw the note. Though Kai had written on the back of the check that she had cancer and her time was short, the story, she said, wasn’t done. It ended with Paula, she wrote, which made no sense— except that Paula knew her mother, and Kai held a few more surprises.... One of them, in a way, was this book. I initially thought that “The Opposite of Everyone” was a mystery. It had all the elements: a hard-driven, sass-talking lawyer; a hard-drinking PI; and a hard-living past for one of the characters who had secrets. Ah, but no, author Joshilyn Jackson didn’t make a whodunit here. We know exactly who dun it, why, and how it resonated throughout the years, which is the roundabout basis for a multi-level of story threads and character flaws. On that note, Jackson’s heroine isn’t always heroic, but she’s smart enough to be reflective and self-aware without navel-gazing, a propensity which directly allows Jackson to give this book a shimmering ending that’s as perfect as its middle. Your book group has been looking for a book exactly like this — something that’s realistic and spunky with a light dab of nasty and a plot-strand that’ll keep you tied fast to the story. For that, “The Opposite of Everyone” can’t be beat.
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By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com Theater aficionados will have twice the fun thanks to The Edge Theater Company’s summer series. The theater, 1560 Teller St., Ste. 200, presents two shows this summer: “By the Waters of Babylon,” by Robert Schenkkan, running June 10 through July 3, and “I’ll Eat You Last: A Chat with Sue Mengers,” by John Logan, running July 15 through July 31. Show times for both productions are 8 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Monday, and 6 p.m. Sunday. Directed by Warren Sherrill, “By the Waters of Babylon” tells the story of the recently widowed Catherine (Patty Ionoff ). One hot afternoon in Austin, Texas, Catherine hires Arturo (Kent Randell), a Cuban writer turned gardener, to help her get her garden in order. The two start talking, and what follows is an eye-opening experience for both characters. “These are two people who are very different, and still manage to connect despite these different backgrounds,” Ionoff
said. “It’s an intimate story, and I really hope people come to explore this journey with us.” The writing in “By the Waters of Babylon” is top notch, Randell added, and there’s an extra challenge since it’s just two actors on stage. “I never get bored with anything in this show,” he said. “I hope people who see this show come away aware of how grateful they should be for all they
have.” Audiences will come away from the show surprised in the best way, Ionoff said. The second show of the summer, “I’ll Eat You Last,” is a onewoman show featuring Henry Award winner Emma Messenger, and directed by Josh Hartwell. Messenger plays Sue Mengers, a woman who rose to the top of the boys’ club of Hollywood and came to represent
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Kent Randell and Patty Ionoff play two characters with different backgrounds but common ground in “By the Waters of Babylon” at the Edge Theater. Courtesy of Rachael D. Graham Photography
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June 16, 2016
THINGS TO DO TOP 5
THEATER/SHOWS
EVENTS
‘Forever Plaid’ Performance Now Theatre Company presents “Forever Plaid” through Sunday, June 26, at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway in Lakewood. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets are available at www.performancenow.org or by calling 303-987-7845.
Meet with Representative Kraft-Tharp A town meeting with State Representative Tracy Kraft-Tharp is planned from 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 18, at the Standley Lake Library. The topic is a pro and con panel on Amendment 69 by the single payer healthcare system. Other chances to talk with Kraft-Tharp are at her Community Coffee events Thursday, June 23, from 8-9 a.m. at La Dolce Vita in Olde Town Arvada, and from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Panera in Walnut Creek, Westminster.
Production of ‘Pensacola’ Red Rocks Community College Theatre Arts and Dance Department presents “Pensacola,” written and directed by David-Matthew Barnes. Performances are produced by special arrangement with JAC Publishing & Promotions. The show runs from Thursday, June 16 through Friday, June 18 at the Red Rocks Community College Theater on the Lakewood campus of Red Rocks Community College (west end, lower level). Tickets may be purchased in advance at www.tinyurl.com/RRCCTickets. Credit and debit cards are also accepted at the door.
Spend Your Summer on Stage Colorado Actor’s Company and Theatre School is taking online registrations for summer camps for students ages 4-18. Shows include Aladdin, Twelve Dancing Princesses (and Some Princes too!), Mysterious Missing Mystery, Once Upon a Fairy Tale, Androcles and the Lion, The Prince Charming Dilemma, Shining Stars Camps for Differently-abled Students, and the family and friends production of Oliver! Register online at http://www.coloradoacts. org. Call 303-456-6772 for more information.
CONCERTS/MUSIC
Golf Tournament, Wine Tasting, Auction The 13th annual Jumping Jack for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy event takes place Monday, June 20, at the Heritage Golf Course at Westmoor, 10555 Westmoor Drive, Westminster. Shotgun starts is at noon. Wine tasting starts at 4:30 p.m. followed by the dinner buffet at 5:30 p.m. The awards ceremony begins at 6 p.m. and the silent auction closes at 7:30 p.m. All proceeds benefit Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy, a non-profit organization whose mission is to support and fund on-going research efforts for Duchenne. For details and to register, go to http://www.parentprojectmd.org/ site/PageServer?pagename=Jumping_ Jack_2016
Boogie Woogie Jump The Arvada Chorale hosts a swinging good time with the Queen City Jazz Band and its 50-voice chorus, celebrating the beginning of summer in Arvada. Two concerts and the chorale’s annual silent auction are planned at 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 17, and 2 p.m. Saturday, June 18, at Arvada United Methodist Church, 6750 Carr St., Arvada. For more than 55 years, the QCJB has been delighting audiences with sounds of the 20s, 30s and 40s — gospel, early jazz, ragtime, swing, blues and spirituals. Contact ArvadaChorale.org or 720-4329341. Purchase tickets at http://www.arvadachorale.org/#!boogie-woogiejump/c1rc9. The Edge Theater Company presents its Summer Series at 1560 Teller St., Suite 200, Lakewood. Tickets for individual shows available, or a Summer Series pass can be purchased. Contact 303-232-0363 or go to www.theedgetheater.com. Summer Series productions are “By the Waters of Babylon” through Sunday, July 3. The second show is “I’ll Eat You Last: A Chat with Sue Mengers” from Friday, July 15, to Sunday, July 31. Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 6 p.m. Sundays. An extra performance of “Babylon” is at 8 p.m. Monday, June 20, and the closing performance is at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 3. An extra performance of “I’ll Eat You Last” is at 8 p.m. Monday, July 25, and the closing performance is at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 31.
The Supreme Court The recent unexpected death of Antonin Scalia has created one of the most charged political events in a generation. With the presidential election cycle in full swing and the future of a divided court hanging in the balance, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Join Active Minds from 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, June 21, as we examine the dynamics surrounding filling a vacancy on the highest court in the land. We will look at past confirmations to better understand the intricacies of the process. Program takes place at Brookdale Green Mountain, 12791 W. Alameda Parkway, Lakewood. RSVP at 303-237-5700.
Lakewood Summer Concert Series Rhythm and blues favorite The Hazel Miller Band kicks off Lakewood’s 2016 Sounds Exciting summer concert series on Wednesday, June 22. Concerts take place at the Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Amphitehater, 801 S. Yarrow St. Concert schedule: June 29, Bettman & Halpin, eclectic Americana and folk; July 6, Ryan Shupe & The Rubberband, postHeeHawFunkadelicHipHipNewgrass; July 13, Funkiphino, Colorado’s 12-piece funk sensation; July 20, Ryan Chrys & The Rough Cuts, country rock with attitude; July 27, Rapidgrass Quintet, high-energy bluegrass and gypsy swing. Concertgoers will enjoy a new array of food trucks and the addition of The Beer Garden presented by Foothills Credit Union, featuring rotating, Lakewood-brewed beers as well as lawn games and a festive seating area. Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. with gates opening at 6 p.m. There is plenty of free parking available, and picnicking is allowed. Additional food and beverage options include wine for purchase, provided by the South Jeffco Rotary Club, and desserts in the museum’s White Way Grill. Season and individual show tickets available at Lakewood.org/Summer Concerts or call 303-987-7845. You can also purchase tickets in person at the Lakewood Cultural Center Box Office, 470 S. Allison Parkway, or the Lakewood Heritage Center Visitor Center, 801 S. Yarrow St.
Lakewood Garden Tour Tickets are on sale for Lakewood Arts Council & Gallery’s annual garden tour, which runs from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 25. Tickets include lunch at the gallery. Pick up tickets and a map at the gallery, 6731 W. Colfax Ave. Lakewood (next to Casa Bonita). Call 303-980-0625 or visit lakewoodarts.org.
Majestic Melodies Summer nights are perfect for toe tapping and harmonizing by the fire. Majestic Melodies program runs from 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 23, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Listen to the live acoustic music of the eclectic American strings band Gone Before They Got Here for a musical medley of songs that warm your nature-loving heart. Don’t expect to be serenaded all night, though. Bring your voices, tambourines, clapping hands and picnic blanket to join the fun. Registration required; call 720-8987405 or go to www.arvada.org/nature.
Choral Compositions Concert The Evergreen Chorale presents “Almost Heaven: Simply Divine Choral Compositions” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 25, at Montview Presbyterian Church, 1980 Dahlia St., Denver; and at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 26, at Rockland Community Church, 17 S. Mt. Vernon Country Club Road, Golden. Tickets are available at www.EvergreenChorale.org or by calling 303-674-4002. ‘Biloxi Blues’ Miners Alley Playhouse presents “Biloxi Blues” through Sunday, June 26 at Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. As a young army recruit during WWII, Eugene Jerome learns some harsh life lessons while stationed in Biloxi, Mississippi. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 6 p.m. Sundays, with a 2 p.m. show on Sunday, June 26. Tickets are available at 303-9353044 or minersalley.com.
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ART/FILM
Art Shows The Lakewood Arts Council and Gallery has a number of upcoming shows with approaching entry deadlines. “Artist’s Choice” is open to any tw0-dimensional work. Show dates through July 22 at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood. “The Human Experience” is open to any twodimensional work and the theme is human emotions. Show runs through June 25 at 6731 W. Colfax Ave. Contact www.lakewoodartscouncil.org or call 303-980-0625. Community College Exhibits Red Rocks Community College will host two exhibits this summer. “Last in the Woods” by RRCC faculty member Alexis Clements and “When Trellises Break” by Terri Bell are open through Thursday, Aug. 25, in the Susan K. Arndt Gallery on the college’s Lakewood campus. The gallery is open Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. “Last in the Woods” focuses on illustrating personal narratives through semi-constructed photographic imagery staged in a wooded landscape. Much of this work involves the installation of objects and at times incorporates use of self-portraiture. “When Trellises Break” involves a photographic and mixed media series and narrative. The artist explores the vulnerability many of us experience during springtime. 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.
Beneficial and Harmful Insects Are bugs in your garden eating your vegetables or nibbling your roses? Do you miss the butterflies? Learn the difference between beneficial and harmful insects from a CSU-trained master gardener from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 18, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Review the best and least environmentally harmful methods to deal with pests and how to attract more pollinators and other beneficial to your garden. Registration required; call 720-898-7405 or go to www.arvada. org/nature.
Fox Hollow Open The Fox Hollow Men’s Golf Club plans the Lakewood Mayor’s Cup on Saturday, June 18, and the Senior Shamble on Thursday, June 23. Go to fhmgc. com to read about this season’s remaining golf outings. Republican Club Meeting Jefferson County Republican Men’s Club meets from 7-9 a.m. Mondays at Davies’ Chuck Wagon Diner, 10151 W. 26th Ave., Lakewood. Students, youth and women invited and welcome. Upcoming featured speakers: June 20, Attorney General Cynthia Coffman. Contact Fred Holden, president, at 303-421-7619. Final Wishes Expo Addressing end-of-life topics is never easy; yet planning ahead eases the burden on your family and friends. Meet professionals who can provide you with options to prepare and clarify your final wishes. The final wishes expo runs from 8:15-11:15 a.m. Tuesday, June 21, at the Apex Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Register in advance at 303-425-9583. Gold sponsors include Aspen Mortuaries, Horan and McConaty, All States Cremation, Archdiocese of Denver Mortuary and Cemetery. Other sponsors include hospices and an elder law attorney.
HEALTH
Relay For Life The American Cancer Society Relay For Life gives communities the chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost and fight back against the disease. Each year, more than 4 million people participate in this global phenomenon and raise money and awareness to save lives from cancer. Following is a partial schedule of Relay For Life events: Friday, June 17, West Metro Relay for Life, Green Mountain High School; Sunday, July 31, Relay for Life, Westminster and Arvada; Saturday, Aug. 6, Relay for Life Thornton, Carpenter Fields; Friday, Aug. 12, Relay for Life, mountain area (Evergreen/Conifer); Saturday, Sept. 10, Relay for Life, Northglenn/Webster Lake, Webster Lake. 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: Monday, June 20, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., King of Glory Lutheran Church, 10001 W. 58th Ave., Arvada; Wednesday, June 29, 10-11:40 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m., Red Rocks Community College, Student Life Great Hall, 13300 W. 6th Ave., Lakewood. Relationship with Food Learn about food, dieting, stress and our relationship with food from 6:308 p.m. Wednesday, June 22 at Rolling Sands Yoga Boutique and Fitness Store, 5709 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Program is led by Phyllis Guy, a graduate from the Institute for the Psychology of Eating. Event is free; donations accepted. RSVP by calling the store at 303-422-1452 or by going to the Rolling Sands page on Facebook. Contact michelle@rollingsands. com. Go to http://www.rollingsandsharmony.com/pages/blog.htmlstoreevent-food-and-our-relationship-with-it/. Turmeric, the Spice of Life This wonderful yellow spice has been consumed for its health benefits for thousands of years. Combining turmeric with certain spices or healthy fats can help your body absorb and use curcumin — the active component of turmeric. Spice up your life and your health by learning how to use turmeric in more than just curry. Program is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 22 at Natural Grocers at Vitamin Cottage, Northwest Store, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Contact Megan Grover at 303-423-0990. Nutritional Coaching Megan Grover, master of medical science and nutritional health coach at the Natural Grocers at Vitamin Cottage, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, offers free one-on-one nutrition coaching sessions for the public. Call the store at 303-423-0990 for an appointment.
EDUCATION
Beekeeping Up Close Learn the basics for beekeeping during this three-part series offered in June at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Each week covers a different topic related to beekeeping and includes a visit to the observation area of Pioneer Farmsteaders’ bee yard for an up-close look. Sign up in advance. For cost information and to register, call 720-898-7405 or go to www.arvada.org/nature. All classes from 1-3 p.m. in the outdoor classroom. Class schedule: Part 2: Problems in the Hive, Saturday, June 18. Discuss hive problems including parasites, diseases, fertility and nutritional issues. Part 3: Year Two and Beyond, Saturday, June 25. What happens next? Discuss splitting hives to start new ones, refreshing queens and managing the established beehive. Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Thursday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@ coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.
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Future is now for area’s best Top local baseball players compete at Coors Field By Jim Benton jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com It was bound to happen in the Colorado Rockies’ All-Star/Futures Game. The game was held June 6 at Coors Field and pitted a team of graduating seniors against and an underclass club assembled from some of the state’s best players from a variety of different classifications. So teammate vs. teammate was a possibility, and it happened when junior catcher Andrew Chavez of Cherry Creek came to the plate and hit against a former battery mate in Bruins’ pitcher Nate Sweeney, who will be going to Arizona to study and play baseball. Chavez singled off Sweeney, who was summoned from shortstop to pitch for two-thirds of an inning. He only allowed the hit to Chavez. “It felt good,” Chavez said. “It’s just funny that I know him so much. I know his pitches. I know he likes to come in a little bit on people and that’s what I did. I got ahead of the pitch and put it down the line. It’s a great experience to play here in a big league ball park.” The seniors scored a run in the bottom of the ninth to earn a 5-5 tie against their underclass counterparts in an entertaining game with wood bats that interrupted a busy schedule of club baseball for most of the players. “We’re playing a lot of games, a lot of out-of-state games,” said Chavez who is playing for Cherry Creek’s U18 Connie Mack team. “It’s going to be a lot of baseball. We’ve played 15 games already. My goal will be to keep doing what I’m doing now: hitting the ball and getting runners in. And there’s always something to improve on.” Ralston Valley junior outfielder Levi Leisenring tripled in the third inning and scored the first run for the underclass team. “It was special,” said Leisenring, whose sophomore brother Luke was also on the team. “I got to play with some guys I hadn’t played with before. Getting to play in this game is a privilege so it was nice. “It was my fourth game in a week. I play (club ball) for the Rough
Bear Creek’s Walter Rumsey was hitless in two plate appearances for the Underclass team in the June 6 Colorado Rockies High School All-Star/Futures games held June 6 at Coors Field. The Seniors scored once int he bottom of the ninth to earn a 5-5 tie.Photo by Jim Benton Riders. We will play 60 games this summer and we will play in South Carolina, Atlanta and Arizona. It’s going to be a busy one.” Heritage sophomore Riley Egloff, who will play for Creek’s summer team, relieved in the ninth inning and almost worked out of a jam, but a bloop hit over the pitcher’s mound drove in the tying run for the Seniors. “It was amazing to play here,” Egloff said. “It’s nerve wracking to be a reliever. It’s scary. But, I love to come in and keep the game alive.” For the seniors, Sweeney, Green Mountain’s Wyatt Featherston and Ralston Valley’s Peter Carlson were
on the roster, and those three players combined to go 0-for-5 but Carlson did score one of his team’s runs. There were nine players and three pitchers from local schools on the underclass roster. Levi Leisenring, Rock Canyon’s Matt Givin, Luke Ziegler of Valor Christian, ThunderRidge’s Brody Perkins and Cherry Creek second baseman Cody Schultz each had one hit in the game for the underclassmen. Besides Egloff, Ralston Valley’s Drake Davis and Davis Heller of Valor Christian pitched for the underclass team. Davis and Heller each worked scoreless innings.
Brews, bikes go together in Wheat Ridge By Joey Reuteman Special to Colorado Community Media Beer and bikes are just a “natural” combination, and Wheat Ridge brought both together Sunday as the community celebrated the third annual Ridge at 38 Criterium and inaugural Brewfest. Located between Upham and Pierce Street on 38th Avenue, thousands gathered at the event that was organized by Wheat Ridge’s own nonprofit organization Localworks. The Ridge at 38 hosted seven shortcircuit races throughout the day which featured both men’s and women’s groups of various categories. Crowds positioned themselves along the curbs and fences on the racing course to watch the cyclists compete for a position on the podium. The event was created to showcase the growing businesses, restaurants, and cultural center of Wheat Ridge located at the “Ridge at 38” while simultaneously building upon the cycling history of the area.
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First and second place winners in the category 4 group Simon Lynn and Fredd Corpuz celebrate as they cross the finish line. Photo by Joey Reuteman In the city’s first Brewfest, the event featured more than a dozen Colorado breweries. Tents lined the block between High Court and Reed Street on 38th Avenue to provide event-goers with plentiful beer options as well as shopping and enter-
tainment from local vendors. Britta Fisher, the executive director of Localworks and one of the main organizers of the event, said the Brewfest was a way to expand the event and attract a bigger crowd. Criterium continues on Page 21
Should he stay or should he go? Griffin Jax knew about the demands of attending the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. Now the Minnesota Twins will be demanding a decision from Jax, a right-handed pitcher for the Falcons, after he was drafted as the 93rd overall pick in the third round of the Major League Baseball Amateur Draft Jim Benton on June 10. Jax was drafted by the OVERTIME Philadelphia Phillies in the 12th round of the 2013 draft as a senior at Cherry Creek High School, but drew more addition attention from big league scouts after a banner 2016 collegiate season. However, from a statement released by the Air Force Academy, it appears Jax has already made a decision. “I am grateful to the Minnesota Twins organization for believing in me and allowing me to fulfill my dreams of serving my country and having the opportunity to play baseball at the highest level,” Jax said. “I look forward to completing my education at the Air Force Academy this next year and exploring my options after graduation.” If he does turn down the Twins’ offer — which likely would include a signing bonus of more than $600,000 — he can play for Air Force next season and hope he is again drafted. The signing deadline is July 15. After his two-year military commitment he will be able to play professional baseball but he will be 24 years old. Jax was the co-Mountain West Conference Pitcher of the Year in the 2016 season with a 9-2 record and was the league leader with a 2.05 earned run average and was second with 90 strikeouts. He pitched 105.2 innings with six complete games and two shutouts. He was twice the MWC Pitcher of the Week and compiled streaks of 24.1 and 23 innings without an earned run during the season. Dalbec helps Arizona advance Bobby Dalbec, the former Legend High school baseball and basketball player, was picked by the Boston Red Sox as a third baseman in the fourth round of the draft. But is the Arizona junior a third baseman or pitcher? Dalbec helped the Wildcats earn a College World Series berth starting June 18 in Omaha with two noteworthy performances in upsetting Mississippi State in the Super Regional in Starkville, Mississippi. He started the opening game, worked out of trouble early when the Bulldogs left seven runners on base but pitched 8 2/3 innings of shutout baseball in a 1-0 win. In the next game, he belted a solo home run and went 2-for-4 with two runs batted in while playing third base in the Wildcats’ 6-5, 11-inning victory which sent Arizona packing to Omaha. Dalbec hit .319 with a team-leading 53 RBIs as a sophomore while going 3-7 on the mound with five saves. His hitting tailed off this season but he has proved to be valuable as a pitcher. He is hitting .271 with seven home runs and 39 RBI for the 2016 season but is 10-4 on the mound with seven saves and a 2.93 ERA. More local players drafted Besides Jax and Dalbec, six other players with ties to local schools were selected in the MLB draft. Right-handed pitcher Max Kuhns, who graduated from Chaparral and plays for Santa Clara University in California, was tabbed in the 21st round by the New York Mets. During the 2016 season, Kuhns was 1-4 with 14 saves and a 2.21 earned run average. Nick Shumpert, who played at Highlands Ranch and San Jacinto, a junior college in Texas, was picked in the 28th round by the Atlanta Braves. Ex-ThunderRidge player Brody Westmoreland, now at the College of Southern Nevada, went to the Houston Astros in the 30th round. Tyler Honahan, a 2012 Legend graduate who played at Stony Brook University in New York, was tabbed in the 36th round by the New York Yankees. Two 2016 graduates were chosen. Nate Sweeney of Cherry Creek, who has signed to play at Arizona, was picked by the Chicago Cubs in the 33rd round and Green Mountain’s Wyatt Featherston, who is committed to play at Western Kentucky, was the 34th-round pick of the Colorado Rockies. 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 303-566-4083.
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“Beer goes well with bikes. It just seems like a natural combo,” Fisher said. “We thought that one of our opportunities was to make this event not only the best bicycle race at the local level in Colorado, but to make it this festival where people want to stay all day and visit and come back for more.” The Ridge at 38 Criterium also became the host of the State Criterium Championships for the first time in its short history. Fisher said that the event is a tremendous way to bring greater awareness and interest to the up-andcoming area. “[The event] is growing like gangbusters. We’ve got Wheat Ridge Cyclery
right here and we wanted to build on the racing heritage from earlier in Wheat Ridge’s history and have a new and lively event that turned out people,” Fisher said. “We wanted people to visit. We want them to experience the unique feel of Ridge at 38 where everything is mom and pop shops, family businesses, places where you know the owners.” Kristine Disney, the president of the board of directors for Localworks, described the development of 38th Avenue as an “organic event” as new businesses and restaurants came to the area over the past few years. She said she hopes the Criterium and Brewfest will continue to thrive in the years to come. “It’s really really really exciting, and we’re so thrilled that it’s here.” Disney said. “We want more and more people to keep coming out.”
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Colorado Renaissance Festival opens for the season Daniel Hampton, of Littleton, has been attending the Colorado Renaissance Festival for 10 years. For the past seven years, he has attended as his character, the devil. Photo by Shanna Fortier
Festival will run every weekend through Aug. 7 By Shanna Fortier sfortier@colorado communitymedia.com Knights, tavern wenches, jesters, pirates, fairies and royalty mingled June 11 and 12 at the opening weekend of the 40th anniversary celebration of Colorado Renaissance Festival in Larkspur. Inside the castler walls, sword fights were taking over the street; bagpipes and drums were creating high spirited, Celtic music;
the smell of turkey legs wafted through the air; and the line at the pub grew long. Near the Rose Stage, one of 10 stages at the festival, Tia Yaryan poured beer at the pub. The math teacher has worked the festival for 12 years to make extra money over the summer. “It paid for my master’s degree,” she said in between customers. Yaryan teaches at Castle View High School in Castle Rock. “It’s a lot of the same girls here every year and it’s just fun.” The summertime event averages 200,000
patrons in 16 days. This year, the festival has extended to nine weekends and will run through Aug. 7. The 30-acre village includes stages featuring jugglers and acrobatics, the village hypnotist, dancing and singing, music, food and drink, carnival games and a tournament joust. The festival also has a marketplace of more than 200 artisans, crafters and vendors selling handcrafted items. Artists can also be found demonstrating their skills in pottery throwing, glassblowing and leather-making.
IF YOU GO When: 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Aug. 7 Where: 650 W. Perry Park Ave., Larkspur Tickets: Visit coloradorenaissance.com for online adult tickets, $20.50; child tickets (ages 5-12), $9; children under five, free. Themed weekends: June 18-19: Royal Ale & Art Festival June 25-26: Celtic Festival July 2-3: Children’s Weekend July 9-10; Wine Revelry July 16-17: Love and Romance July 23-24: Music and Dance Festival July 30-31: Pirate Invasion Aug. 6-7: Fare Thee Well & Mardi Gras-style Carnivale
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