December 17, 2015 VOLUME 14 | ISSUE 47
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Battery danger nothing to toy with Power sources used in drones, R/C cars can explode and cause fires, local officials say By Chris Michlewicz cmichlewicz@coloradocommunitymedia.com
Jacinda Bouton conducts the Lone Tree Symphony Orchestra Dec. 12 during its Happy Holly Days concert. Photos by Mike DiFerdinando
Symphony celebrates the season Concert Master Rene Knestsch plays the violin during the Lone Tree Symphony Orchestra’s Happy Holly Days concert at the Lone Tree Arts Center.
Staff report One by one the musicians filed in and took their seats. They removed their instruments and began to tune and test. Garland wrapped around the podium held sheet music, and cellos and basses wore little red Santa hats. The lights began to dim and the sounds of brass and horns filled the auditorium. “I love opening with the brass instruments,” Lone Tree Symphony Orchestra Conductor Jacinda Bouton said. “It sounds so much like
the holidays.” The Lone Tree Arts Center was filled for the orchestra’s Happy Holly Days concert Dec. 12. The orchestra played a number of seasonal favorites, including classics like “Jingle Bells,” the themes from famous Christmas movies and a special performance of “’Twas the Night before Christmas” that was narrated by Denver7 News anchor Jayson Luber. “You might even hear Santa coming down the chimney if you listen closely,” Bouton said.
South Metro Fire Rescue is warning consumers this holiday season about the danger of fires caused by lithium-ion polymer batteries, which can be found in drones, hover boards and remote-controlled toys. At the department’s joint services facility in Parker, safety officer Jason Camper demonstrated how easy it is for a lithium-ion polymer battery to start a fire. An overcharged battery was poked with a nail, and that was all it took for the battery to combust and burst into flames. South Metro Fire Rescue has responded to two recent fires ignited by the batteries. As the holidays approach, the department launched a public education campaign to prevent potential disasters. “This year, there are so many more remote-controlled toys and items out there — there are drones and hover boards and other items that use these lithium polymer batteries,” said Becky O’Guin, public information officer for South Metro Fire Rescue. “So we just want to make sure people know that while it may be a toy, the batteries aren’t toys and they should be handled responsibly.” Investigators are trying to determine whether the batteries are causing hover board fires that have been reported by users nationwide.
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The Lone Tree Symphony Orchestra performs during its annual Happy Holly Days concert at the Lone Tree Arts Center.
A lithium-ion polymer battery can catch fire if it’s overcharged or damaged. The batteries have started at least two fires in the south metro area in recent months. Photo by Chris Michlewicz
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Hear the bell? It’s the sound of goodwill
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The sound of the tinkling bell drifts across the parking lot, growing louder the closer you get to the King Soopers entrance. There it is, a red bell so tiny it nestles neatly Ann Macari into Nathan Gray’s hand. Healey “Happy holidays,” he says, as a customer walks by. “Merry Christmas, guys. Have a good day.” A hand drops a dollar bill into the red kettle. “Thank you,” he says, with a wide smile that seeps into his eyes. “Have a blessed day.” Gray, 33, a floppy Santa hat on his head, is a bell ringer for the Salvation Army. Just about every day, from the week before Black Friday until Christmas Day, he rings his bell at the front of a King Soopers, enticing contributions from those who cross its threshold with a grin, a greeting, a compliment, a blessing. He’s one of about 700 bell ringers in the Salvation Army Intermountain Division, which covers Colorado, Utah, Wyoming and eastern Montana. They’re crucial to the organization’s bottom line — the holiday kettle drive is the year’s largest donation generator. “This is by far the most effective way to raise money,” spokesperson Tahreem Pasha-Glenn says. “It’s the most recognized fundraiser in the country.” This holiday season, in an ironic twist, an improving economy has created a shortage of bell ringers, which means a number of locations have no kettles.
DeVante Mathis is 22 years old and works as a real estate agent in Lone Tree. Photo by Mike DiFerdinando
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DEVANTE MATHIS
Realtor for RE/MAX in Lone Tree My background I’m from Colorado. I grew up in Aurora, over by Smoky Hill. I’m 22 years old. I’m new to real estate. It’s always something I was interested in. I was working as a nurse before, and it’s totally different, completely different fields. I was putting myself through college, but it was just so expensive, so I started to do my research on real estate. My mentor, Delroy Gill, told me to go get my license and that I could come work for him and he would coach me up. So, I got into it and I love it. It’s going great for me. About my job I’ve been at this office for six months now. I love the community. I love the people at the office. Everyone here is friendly and helping me. It’s just a great environment. Two out of
10 real estate agents make it. That’s it. There’s a very, very thin line between failure and success. It’s tough because you don’t get a paycheck every week. You work to close. It’s commission. But I like that as well, because they are nice checks. I’m lucky that I have a great mentor and that I’ve been able to bring in some business right out of the gate. My hobbies I love to play basketball. I love to lift weights. I’m also a big movie fanatic and a big music fanatic. I can’t wait until the new “Star Wars” comes out. That’s something I’m really looking forward to. I also like just hanging out with friends and playing video games. I like FIFA. My passions To help my family and to help my people better themselves and do better in life. I’m doing this so I can help them out and show them the way even though I’m the youngest in the family. People who really know me know that … I’m goofy. I can be shy at times with people I don’t know, but I can be goofy. I’m also a really good talker if I want to be. I can just walk up and start talking to people. If you have suggestions for My Name Is..., contact Mike DiFerdinando at mdiferdinando@coloradocommunitymedia. com
Nathan Gray, a bell ringer for the Salvation Army, loves the stories he hears as people give to the kettle. Courtesy photo
DO YOU WANT TO BE A BELL RINGER? To volunteer as a bell ringer for the Salvation Army, go to volunteer.usawest.org and enter your ZIP code or imsalvationarmy.org and click on volunteer.
The empty spots are worrisome, Pasha-Glenn says, because when it comes to providing services needed by families and individuals struggling simply to survive, every dollar matters. “Every single dollar that goes into the kettle,” she says, “stays in the community.”
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Q&A WITH MEGHANN SILVERTHORN
New school board president poised to lead By Mike DiFerdinando mdiferdinando@coloradocommunitymedia.com Meghann Silverthorn was recently elected the new president of the Douglas County Board of Education. She replaces Kevin Larsen, who was defeated in the November election. Silverthorn, a supporter of the school district’s reform policies of the past several years, first won election to the board in 2009 and was Silverthorn re-elected in 2013. She has bachelor’s degrees in aerospace engineering sciences and political science, both from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Silverthorn has worked for the Air Force Research Laboratory and as an analyst for the Department of Defense. Silverthorn took some time to talk to Colorado Community Media about her goals and the challenges facing the school board. Why did you want a leadership position on the board? I believe as one of the longest-serving members of the board, I bring a historical perspective, an abundance of knowledge, and a strategic forward view to board leadership. I wanted to provide a measure of stability while applying my experience to implement necessary changes. I have always worked to represent a principled yet judicious voice. We have such a great community in our district — students, parents, teachers and citizens. I want to foster an environment that builds mutual trust and respect, not only between those of us on the board, but also with those we serve. In this context, we can be the most effective at
educating kids. What is the role of board president? There are specific duties for the board president, including presiding over meetings, signing documents and working with the superintendent to set the meeting agendas. However, I believe that the board president has a larger opportunity to maximize the effectiveness of the board. I look forward to facilitating productive discussions and leveraging the strengths of each board member. Board members have always come from diverse backgrounds and experiences, with different opinions. This has not changed and will continue to be the case each time board members turn over. However, with this particular board, I believe that we can make changes to the way we work as a group, and find our collective voice. Although diverse, we have many commonalities, and I know that every one of my colleagues cares deeply about our district and what we offer to our community. What are the most important issues facing the district? Parents have greater involvement than ever in their kids’ education. This is as it should be. However, state and federal mandates have not kept up. The brand-new Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), the No Child Left Behind replacement, passed on Dec. 10, keeps in place arbitrary assessment measures and unnecessary federal involvement, among other things. This is merely one example of outside mandates that diminish local control. The district must strike a balance between fulfilling these and focusing on innovation specifically tailored to our own environment — and ensuring that implementation is solid. Currently, there are concerns about
federal encroachment as well as local initiatives. We must inspire confidence in our ability to handle both. Funding mechanisms will remain a challenge. The state takes taxpayer money and redistributes it back to districts via a complex and burdensome formula. Our community does not have a strong grasp on this mechanism, and yet taxpayers are expected to pay everincreasing amounts for a system that is fundamentally inequitable for DCSD. Communication is at the root of several problems. The district has an overwhelming amount of information to share. Our goal should be for this to happen in a timely and responsive manner. We must also demonstrate to employees that they are valued even as we strive to put kids first. Three colleagues were defeated in the November election. Do you believe the community supports the work the board has done since you joined it? I often hear that people support the broad concepts that the board has supported and espoused. As always, however, one of the biggest challenges in public policy is implementation. I continue to hear that there is widespread support for ideas such as performance pay, expanding choices for parents and students, and improving the district’s financial management. However, a few factors have combined to impact public perception and to foster concerns. District communication has historically been a weak point. It has improved in the past several years, but it remains challenging to reach all segments of our community, particularly those with no children attending our schools. We must do a better job at keeping them informed and engaged. Additionally, many of these ideas represent a major
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change for the education world. Using performance pay as an example, people have said, “The district had performance pay already. It isn’t new.” The way we have implemented it is nothing like the old system, which is now over 20 years old. But in moving to a new system, it is necessary to create — and demonstrate — buy-in, and show that we have been successful at managing change in a public bureaucracy of this size. How can you help bridge the board’s veteran members with your new colleagues? It will be key that all members feel like they are being heard. We will reach a greater understanding when we communicate with one another transparently and honestly. Regardless of what has happened in the past, we can work to understand one another’s viewpoints now. We can exchange ideas, obtain information, and make decisions together. I have already begun reaching out to all of my fellow board members on many topics, which is necessary and beneficial in shaping my own understanding. I can demonstrate that I have a willingness to listen to all voices, on the board and in the community, regardless of their background or views. We will not always agree. I don’t expect for us to, nor do I think it would be healthy for us if we did. But the voters of Douglas County elected every one of us, and they expect us to work together to provide an education for our kids. My new colleagues are learning their roles. I am confident that my ongoing colleagues will assist them in any way necessary. We know that our community has a strong interest in our district, and to build the bridge it will be essential to show them that we are all ready to listen and engage.
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Students pitch ideas at ‘Shark Tank’-style competition Charitable foundation wants to start ‘new movement’ in education
WHAT STUDENTS THOUGHT UP Project: Band Together School: STEM High and Academy, Highlands Ranch Teacher: Gregg Cannady Students: Omer Eldar, Frasier Feight, Adriana Feliciano, Kayla Ahr Idea: Record and produce an album of original music on their own and distribute it to other students and other schools. What they said: “We really think this project will help inspire students to go out of their personal boundaries and do their own work,” Eldar said. “As a musician, it’s so hard once you get out of high school and college to get into the industry without people knowing your name beforehand.”
By Mike DiFerdinando mdiferdinando@coloradocommunitymedia.com A group of Highlands Ranch students wanted to record an album of original music to demonstrate how everyone can be creative. A pair of students from Pomona High School in Arvada showed how they could help take care of classmates in need by creating weekend survival kits. And students from Standley Lake High School in Westminster came up with a plan to plant trees, clean oceans and lessen the effects of global warming that can begin at individual school communities. Young minds from across the Denver Metro area took part in a first-of-its-kind event that allowed students to pitch innovative learning ideas and win money — in part crowdfunded by citizen donors and in part funded by a number of large companies and charitable organizations — to put their projects in play. The Think It Up Live event took place Dec. 8 at George Washington High School in Denver and drew more than 200 high school participants, along with such celebrity guests as Matt Duchene of the Colorado Avalanche and Denver Mayor Michael Hancock. “I think this is really cool,” Hancock said. “What a special thing for this movement, this creative effort, to be launched right here in Denver.” The science fair-meets-“Shark Tank”style competition saw students pitching projects to judges and experts, with all participating teams receiving $100 in funding credits to kickstart their ideas. Think It Up is run by the charitable group Entertainment Industry Foundation and was created to “start a new movement in support of students, teachers and schools, creating a culture of excitement about learning everywhere in America.” The initiative invites students, age 13 and older in grades 7-12 in public schools, to work with their teachers to develop learning projects that draw on their passions and connect what they are working on in the classroom to the challenges they will face in the future. In partnership with their teachers, students can request the materials they need to pursue learning opportunities. At the event last week, projects were narrowed down to a final group of six, which included two teams from STEM High and Academy in Highlands Ranch. The winning team came from West Leadership Academy in Denver, and received $1,000 to fund its project, which raises awareness for water conservation and teaches water-saving skills. The other five semifinalists received $750 in funding credits toward their projects. Awakening potential was a focal point of the original music album project by a group of STEM High and Academy students. “There’s this common misconception that you have to be part of this special
Students from STEM High and Academy in Highlands Ranch work on their project during the Think It Up Live event at George Washington High School in Denver. Photos by Mike DiFerdinando Students from STEM High and Academy present their project Connecting Generations during the Dec. 8 Think It Up Live event Dec. 8 at George Washington High School in Denver.
gifted few to make it in music,” senior Kayla Ahr said. “We want to show people that they can make it no matter what they’re good at.” The Pomona High School students responded to a need at their school. “We created these things called weekend survival kits for students in need at our school,” senior Alex Vazquez said. “They consist of things like toiletries, deodorant and shampoos and different things they may not have. We have nonperishable food like instant oatmeal and cup of noodles. It helps them get through the weekend.” Standley Lake High School students worried about the world’s environmental future. “What kind of a world do you want to live in?” student William Bird asked. “Do you want to live in a world destroyed by climate change? Or do you want to live in a world with clean oceans and clean air?” Other Think It Up Live events are planned for cities around the country. Jefferson County Superintendent Dan Mcminimee, who was a mentor and judge at the event, came away impressed. “I think it’s a great opportunity for our kids to showcase their ability and to collaborate and communicate with each
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Lucy Lee and Alex Vazquez of Pomona High School created weekend survival kits for students at need. other,” Mcminimee said. “I hope they walk away from this saying ‘Wow, there are a lot of people who think like I do and there are a lot of ways that I can have an impact with my education besides just sitting in a classroom.’”
Project: Connecting Generations School: STEM High and Academy, Highlands Ranch Teacher: Stephanie Mendrala Students: Sydney Zibrel, Savannah Brown, Corey Hayes, Vrishank Bikkumalla Idea: Bridging the generation gap by having student volunteers at retirement homes where they will teach seniors about technology and learn from their experiences. What they said: “Empathy is a big part of this project,” Brown said. “When you go into a retirement home you can feel like you lose your value. Being able to go in and make personal connections with people will allow us to learn from each other.” Project: Weekend Survival Kit School: Pomona High School, Arvada Teacher: Mary Schiefer Students: Lucy Lee and Alex Vazquez Idea: Provide students in need with essentials like toiletries and food to help get them through the weekend. What they said: “In the beginning, they thought, ‘Not in our community.’ But they were really surprised when a counselor told them they could probably identify 30 kids per weekend that would need what they were creating,” Schiefer said. “So they want funding so they can sustain that.” Project: Carbo Neutral School: Standley Lake High School, Westminster Teacher: John Satter Students: Elysia Crandall, Hannah Spencer, Egan Walker and William Bird Idea: To plant trees, improving air quality and absorbing CO2.This will allow them to be carbon-neutral when they burn plastics mined from the ocean’s surface. This is a long-term project that will help clean oceans without harming the climate. What they said: “We want to remove trash and other waste from the world’s oceans. Trees will offset carbon emissions from this,” Walker said. “We need funding to spread the movement. The key to a project like this is that it just can’t be the four of us or our school. It has to be a national and international movement.”
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Bone-marrow drive is labor of love Teacher inspired by her work with STEM student
BECOMING A BONE-MARROW DONOR Go to a Bonfils donor center, such as the one at 541 W. Highlands Ranch Parkway in Highlands Ranch, or join online at bonfils. org.
By Alex DeWind adewind@coloradocommunitymedia.com Erin Christian, a teacher at STEM School and Academy, spends every Sunday at Children’s Hospital Colorado: She visits Ezra Miller, her seventh-grade student who was diagnosed with leukemia in August and has rarely left the hospital since. “I was originally asked by our principal to help him stay caught up in school,” Christian said. “I’ve gotten to know him very well, and I feel so connected.” And she’s rallied the Highlands Ranch school to fight for Ezra’s cure — a bone-marrow transplant. Ezra, 12, attended only a few of Christian’s language arts classes before he was admitted to the hospital for acute myeloid leukemia (AML), a cancer that increases the number of white blood cells in bone marrow — the substance inside bone cavities — and inhibits the body’s production of strong, red blood cells. Every four minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with a blood cancer like AML, according to the National Marrow Donor Program. Often, the patient will need a bonemarrow donor. “When you find a bone-marrow match,” said Liz Lambert, integrated communications specialist at Bonfils Blood Center, “it’s like hit-
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Ezra Miller, seventh-grader at STEM School and Academy, was diagnosed with leukemia in August. Fellow students describe him as a bold kid who likes to be with friends. Photo by Alex DeWind ting the lottery.” Ezra, who is in his third round of chemotherapy, found a match through the national bone-marrow registry. His transplant is tentatively set for Jan. 21. With his type of leukemia, he must be in a safe environment, so he’s
mostly remained at the hospital. He did come home for two weeks before Thanksgiving. “We really do gain so much that is intangible from the loving support of our family, Ezra continues on Page 9
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December 17, 2015
Ezra
A South Metro Fire Rescue firefighter takes a temperature reading on a lithiumion battery during a demonstration Dec. 9. The fire reached a temperature of 600 degrees shortly after igniting. Photo by Chris Michlewicz
A MOTHER’S VOICE
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friends and community,” his mother, Cynthia Lowry, wrote in an email. “It is a constant affirmation to see how people show up in our lives to support us, and we are very grateful.” When Christian first visited Ezra at the hospital, teacher and student were strangers. It didn’t take long to develop a bond. “He likes video games and zombie shows,” Christian said. “He and I text weekly about the newest ‘Walking Dead’ series.” When Ezra felt like students at school were forgetting about him, Christian stepped in. Even though Ezra had a match, she reached out to Lambert at Bonfils Blood Center to set up a bone-marrow drive at STEM School and Academy, 8773 South Ridgeline Blvd. They set the date for Dec. 9. “I told all my students and staff to spread the word,” Christian said. “I wanted a large demonstration to show that we are all thinking about him.” The students were on board. Sean Mauch, also a seventh-grader, played hockey with Miller three years ago. Mauch remembers the exact date that Ezra left school — Aug. 12. On the day of the drive, he sported a shirt that said “Fighting Leukemia” with hockey sticks in the shape of a heart. “He’s brave and bold,” Mauch said. “He likes to share his opinion. And he likes to be with friends.” Hope Miller, 15, Ezra’s older sister, wore the same shirt that day. She takes Fridays
Ezra Miller’s mom, Cynthia Lowry, a real estate agent with Brokers Guild Cherry Creek, said she had to step down from being a “doer” to let others do for her and her family. It’s changed the dynamic of her household and the time she spends with her other two daughters. They often reconvene in the lounge of the hospital where they play games and talk about life. “We are all learning more about acceptance, diversity and what our humanity looks like as we see so many other courageous kids struggle — and see some lose,” Lowry said. “It is my hope for my children that they continue to grow in compassion, understanding and acceptance of differences in people.” off from school to be with Ezra. They watch YouTube videos and play video games. Her brother’s situation is difficult because of how fast it happened, she said. “It’s such a dramatic change,” she said, tears in her eyes, “but it becomes the new normal.” Parents, staff and community members attended the drive. Bonfils works with Be The Match Registry through National Marrow Donor Program to provide the necessary materials for a bone-marrow drive. Applicants were asked to fill out paperwork and swab the inside of their cheeks for DNA testing. They were given an identification card and could be contacted by the registry if there’s a possible match. “Even though none of those swabs will go to Ezra,” Hope said, “they will go to kids like him.”
Leticia Vickland, parent at STEM School & Academy, swabs her mouth for the bone marrow donor application process. “I figure it’s best to try to save somebody’s life if I can,” she says. Photo by Alex DeWind
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In November, Lone Tree residents overcharged a lithium-ion polymer battery that was not protected by a fireproof container. It caused significant damage to the home. No one was injured. The batteries have higher discharge rates and are lighter in weight than their predecessors, but they’re also “a lot more volatile,” O’Guin said.
The batteries are often charging and left unattended when the fires occur. Damaged batteries also have caused problems, and investigators pinned the cause of a 2010 cargo jet crash on lithium-ion batteries that combusted mid-flight. South Metro recommends adult supervision while handling the batteries and cautions users not to overcharge them. The two recent fires are what put the lithium-ion polymer batteries “on our radar,” O’Guin said. Both lithium-ion polymer batteries and lithium ion batteries can cause fires, she said.
TIPS TO PREVENT BATTERY FIRES • Do not overcharge batteries • Do not leave them unattended while
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December 17, 2015
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Time for the chill to deliver a thrill A snowman was seen shopping for carrots. I guess you could say that he was picking his nose. I am not crazy about icy roads, but otherwise, let it snow. Go ahead and let it drop way below freezing too. I like it. The furnace runs all night, and I don’t mind. I am looking forward to the dead of winter. When is that? Maybe around Tuesday, Dec. 22. That’s winter solstice. My sweaters are out, and so are my galoshes (from French: galoches). Hand me that big coat and those woolen mittens. Did you hear that Frosty the Snowman is getting a divorce? He said his wife is a flake. Smitty doesn’t think that winter is much of a joke. His legs are the length of my forefinger. And he’s not exactly a husky. Or whatever Taz is. Taz lives across the street and thrives in snow. I have seen other dogs do the same thing. Some dogs even lie down and nap in snow. I am not living with a dog like that. I am no more or less sociable in the winter than I am in the summer. I am a grumpy old man year-round. But snowman is an island. And I am a lot happier than I am in July. This might surprise you, albeit a little grim no matter what: “The Center for Disease Control and Pre-
vention and the National Center for Health Statistics report that suicide rates are lowest during the winter months and highest in the spring and summer” (Wikipedia). Aha. Suicide rates Craig Marshall Smith don’t spike or peak QUIET during the cold DESPERATION and dark months of winter. I wonder if sunshine, which is generally considered an uplifting thing, is more depressing to depression sufferers because it’s out of harmony with the way you are feeling. One of my therapists suggested depression medication, and I said, “I need my depression.” It wasn’t an attempt at humor. Things depress me, but I don’t have the kind of depression that ends up sitting next to Dr. Phil, and always results in his extra-sincere offer of help. To some extent being disturbed by things has led to these columns, and even to my sense of humor. I haven’t always preferred winters. I lived in Los Angeles for eight years. Winter in Los Angeles is merely a calendar designation. There is no true winter there, except for
one unpleasant thing: It would rain. I like rain, but not for seven days in a row, and around the clock. Maybe you have seen the film “Blade Runner.” Very wet. That would depress me now, if I still lived there. I was young and didn’t know any better. What I didn’t know was Colorado. This is paradise. There’s another reason why Frosty is getting a divorce. Now and then his wife gave him the cold shoulder. Does winter brings families closer together, or send them into cabin fever? I’ll never know because I don’t have a family. If you can’t go anywhere, maybe you all gather together in the family room, and sit in front of the fire and drink hot cocoa. I’m kidding. Who does that? I have a fireplace. I can flip a switch and have a fire. It’s not the same as a real fire, but it’s easier to clean up afterward than a real fire. Convenience is not always endearing. You can listen to a CD of a crackling fire, and really fake it up. Poor Frosty was robbed the other night. Police, however, got a chuckle when they found out what the robber — who wanted Frosty’s old silk hat — commanded the snowman to do. “Freeze!” Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net.
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Little gestures can make big impression So a buddy of mine recently visited Cuba. His sister had asked him to pick up a commemorative thimble as a souvenir for her friend. On the last day, while riding on a bus, he realized he had forgotten to buy the thimble and said something out loud about it to his traveling companions. Another passenger on the bus mentioned that she also needed to buy a thimble for someone, but she too had forgotten. That afternoon my friend Frank went and purchased two commemorative thimbles. And that evening he approached the woman whom he had overheard saying she also forgot to buy one and he handed her one of the thimbles. She offered to pay Frank for the souvenir, but he told her that it was OK, it was his gift to her and not to worry about it. As the night went on my buddy Frank and the woman he had met continued a conversation and as it turned out, the woman was
connected to some people in the entertainment business and invited my friend to attend a backstage event the next time his favorite musician was coming to town. No romance, no expectations on either side, just a simple and small gesture that turned Michael Norton strangers into friends. WINNING All because of a tiny thimble. WORDS Can you remember a time where someone did something for you that seemed so small or so simple but where you were so appreciative? Maybe it was a random act of kindness, or perhaps some-
one left you a note or a card just to let you know they were thinking about you. Our gifts, donations, and time spent volunteering don’t always have to be huge or grandiose. In fact, most times when I hear about someone sharing their gratitude or appreciation about a gift, message, or gesture, it is usually around something simple or small. And the best part about most of those stories is that the person giving or helping in some way chose to be anonymous or just humbly stood on the sidelines. Is there a small gesture that left you feeling wonderful? Has someone done something in some small way to help you out at a time you needed it most? I can guess that the answer to both questions for all of us is yes. Now the next question we have to ask ourselves is this, “When was the last time Norton continues on Page 11
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What not to expect from the stock market This is what is not going to happen: Stellar or even average returns on the stock market. Unexpected economic growth. Better-than-expected corporate earnings. Basically, this is not a good year for the investor. Here is why: We just completed 13 months without quantitative easing. That’s right, QE ended Oct. 31, 2014. This means that the economy has proven it can sustain some form of economic growth without artificial stimulus from the Federal Reserve. We have faced major headwinds from Europe teetering on recession and then receiving its bailout from the European Central Bank. You can actually get negative returns on bonds issued in many countries in the Eurozone. By contrast, bonds issued in a good neighborhood such as the United States can only offer a reasonable premium above negative interest rates. This means all fixed income securities in general are not
performing well. China triggered a correction in early fall and has not righted the ship just yet. They were wise to purposely slow their economy to avoid the credit crisis contagion that swept the Patricia Kummer U.S. in 2008 and 2009 and hit EuFINANCIAL in 2010 and STRATEGIES rope 2011. It was just a matter of time before the credit crisis and housing bubble found its way around the globe to Asia. Its economic slowdown may help China achieve a soft landing, but the effects around the globe, especially with their trading partners, has dampened exports and
corporate earnings. The strong dollar is pushing already depressed commodities to record low prices. Since all commodities such as oil, metals and crops are priced worldwide in U.S. dollars, the strength of our currency does affect the prices of these wares worldwide. This adversely affects countries dependent on commodity exports for economic growth. Based on these indicators of slow economic growth, the stock market returns are not going to be anywhere near their averages for a while. Wall Street analysts are touting low returns for 2016 as well. Flat market returns actually feel like good news this year after the loss of quantitative easing and other nations facing significant downturns. But never underestimate the economic resilience of our homeland. If we can maintain even moderate growth domestic output and survive an interest-rate hike, then we are poised to go higher with little
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grew.” There are the stories — about one in 30 people, he estimates, has a story to tell about how the Salvation Army made a difference in their lives. “This older guy,” Gray says, “his wife tells him to put money in the kettle any time he walks by one,” because the Salvation Army helped him when he was young and poor. “The pregnant lady,” he remembers. “She was pregnant and didn’t have any money and they bought her a car.” Vietnam vets tell him how the Salvation Army gave them long johns. On this afternoon, Diana Johnson, 84, stops her shopping cart to look through her purse, then places money into the kettle. “My husband is a World War II vet,” she says. “He said they were the best at taking care of the GIs.” Right behind her is Tanya Kukral, 59, who donates every time she passes a kettle. “My grandfather was on the front lines in World War I,” she says. “He said the Salvation Army was the only one who helped the infantrymen on the front lines. He said, `When you give, you give to the Salvation Army . . . ‘ My grandpa’s been dead for a long time, but his words stuck with me.” You see, Gray says. So many stories. And then there’s the steady interaction with people Gray may never see again — it moves him to make sure these chance encounters are positive and sincere. “It’s really small, but I could be the only person to tell that person Merry Christmas,” he says. “I might be the only one who asks `How are you?’ or says `Have a good day’ . . . It’s a really small thing, but it could go a long way with a certain person.” And sometimes, the small thing hap-
pens to Gray. “Seems like I see you here every day,” says John Beall, 72, as he walks toward Gray. “Can I get you something to drink at Starbucks?” Gray smiles. “I’ll take a small Chai.” When Beall returns, he shakes Gray’s hand. “Thank you,” he says. Gray’s smile spreads wider. One day, he hopes, his kettle will be the lucky recipient of an unexpectedly generous donation. Like one of the gold coins worth thousands of dollars that have sporadically appeared in kettles across the country. “I’ve been hoping for that this year,” Gray says. Or like the $500,000 check an anonymous donor dropped in a kettle in Minnesota in late November.
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That’s why a good bell ringer is a gift. The ones who return year after year, seasoned by experience, well, “they’re fantastic,” Pasha-Glenn says. “We see a difference in the amount of donations they bring in. We so appreciate our bell ringers.” The bell ringers are comprised of mostly volunteers, but also include some — such as Gray — for whom it’s seasonal work. And for Gray, the job is a joy. The father of two, who lives in Aurora, stumbled into it three seasons ago when he was looking for work through a temp agency. He had such a good time he’s made it a regular capstone to his working year, which generally consists of jobs as a garbage collector and landscape worker. This year, he’s also a driver, picking up and dropping off other bell ringers in his area. The pay isn’t much — about $9 an hour, he says — but the work is about much more than the money. There’s the challenge — to persuade everyone who walks by to give, whether it’s a quarter or $20 or $150. He makes it a point to greet people twice, once as they walk in the store, once as they walk out. His friendly demeanor, ever-present grin and happy spirit make it difficult not to acknowledge him. “I didn’t forget you,” says a woman on her way out, pulling money from her purse. “Thank you so much,” Gray says with a smile. “We appreciate your donation. Have a blessed day.” His smile widens: “I planted the seed when they came in. I watered it and it
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we offered a simple or small gesture that made a difference in someone’s life?” If we can’t remember a time or it has been so long ago that we struggle to remember, maybe it’s time we look around us and see where we can help or who we can assist. Can we open a car door, can we give up a seat, can we leave a note for someone we love and appreciate, can we donate time, money, or other resources, can we make a meal for a neighbor, can we offer
someone a much-needed ear to listen, or can we offer a smile or a hug to someone feeling down? How about you, have you been the recipient of a simple gesture that meant so much, or have you been the giver of a small gesture that was so appreciated? I would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@gmail.com, and when we remember that a small gesture, even the size of a tiny thimble, can make a difference, it really will be a better than good week. Michael Norton is a resident of Castle Rock, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation, a strategic consultant and a business and personal coach.
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“That’s got to be a world record,” he says. But, until then, he’ll settle happily for the $150 check someone slipped into the kettle the day before. And, actually, any donation will do just fine. His face glows: “I just got $20 in there.” Nathan Gray flips the red bell back and forth. The tinkling drifts across the parking lot. Everybody who hears it knows what it means. Time to give the gift of the season: Goodwill to all. Ann Macari Healey’s award-winning column about people, places and issues of everyday life appears every other week. She can be reached at ahealey@ coloradocommunitymedia.com or 303566-4109.
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December 17, 2015
LIFE A Christmas tree of memories LOCAL
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Annette Matthews, of Centennial, has collected Christmas ornaments since 1947. Her great-granddaughter Madison points out her favorite ballerina ornament. Photos by Alex DeWind
Beginning in 1947, Centennial woman has collected more than 550 ornaments By Alex DeWind adewind@coloradocommunitymedia.com
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nnette Matthews paces around the artificial Christmas tree in her living room. A vintage train sits beneath it, motionless. But the tree is full of life, meticulously decorated with more than 550 ornaments. And every one has a story. “I got this one after the war,” she says, pointing to the clear bulb she bought in 1947 at the end of World War II. “It’s plastic because you weren’t allowed to use glass back then.” Like all the others, the ornament isn’t just a decoration — it’s a memory. Matthews, 90, was born and raised in Denver. She was first inspired to collect ornaments in fourth grade. She recalls a home just down the street from her elementary school that had a large, decorative Christmas tree in its sunroom, so the students could see it. “I decided then,” Matthews says, “that’s the kind of tree I wanted.” Her collection started in 1947 when she was in her 20s. She married the same year, but her late husband rarely participated in the tree decorating. It was her project, and she liked it that way. “I didn’t want his help,” says Matthews. “He wouldn’t have spent the time that I did.” Her collection grew over the years. She acquired an ornament every time she traveled, received some as gifts and bought some for herself, often from Hallmark. She even started making her own by gluing festive stones onto satin bulbs. “She ties a homemade ornament on every present,” her grandson David Matthews, 36, says. “So we have a ton.” Every year, a relative puts up the tree in Matthews’ Centennial home. She unpacks each ornament from its original box and makes a list of her collection. And then spends days decorating her tree. Some ornaments represent family, like the small white bulb with her great-grandson’s tiny blue footprint. Some represent places, like the Christmas tree that her grandson brought her from Germany. Some are connected with experiences, like the replica of a lighthouse she visited in North Carolina. And some are for pure enjoyment, like the Hallmark teddy bears. Matthews will take her tree down mid-January. The process is a lot of hard work, but to her, it’s worth it. “This,” she says, “is Christmas.”
Every year, Annette Matthews’ family sets up the artificial tree and she spends days decorating it — all on her own. “There’re about 550 to 600 ornaments this year,” she says.
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Program highlights Western landscapes The American Museum of Western Art, 1727 Tremont Place, Denver, houses the fine Anschutz collection in the historic, beautifully restored building once known as the Navarre (across from the Brown Palace). It offers guided and self-guided tours on Mondays and Wednesdays: guided tours at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., and self-guided at 11:45 a.m. and 3 p.m. There are three floors of galleries, and the docents are very well-trained. For information, or to purchase tickets, see AnschutzCollection.org. Also available: an “Artful Insight” program about Albert Bierstadt on Dec. 21. Six of his Western landscapes are in the collection. Reservations required, number limited. Call for entries The Littleton Fine Arts Board invites entries in the Eye of the Camera Photography Competition before Jan. 8. Submit entries through CaFE, CallForEntry.org. The juror will be Gary Huibregetse. Exhibition dates: Feb. 19 to March 27 at the Littleton Museum. Information: 303-795-3950. Music in Englewood “Northern Lights for the Holidays” will be a concert at 2 p.m. Dec. 19 at Hampden Hall, Englewood Civic Center, 1000 Englewood Parkway, second floor. A string quartet of Yi Zhao, violin; Ben Odhner, violin; Anne Ainomae, viola; and Silver Ainomae, cello, will perform music by Sibelius, Nielsen, Part and Grieg. Tickets: $20/$15, free 18 and under. Englewoodarts.org, box office open one hour prior to concert time. General admission. 303-806-8196. Politics on display “Under the Guillotine” is an exhibit of political cartoons opening Dec. 17 at Metro State University’s Center for Visual Arts, 965 Santa Fe Drive, Denver. Historic 200-year-old cartoons by James Gillray are from the collection of professor Arthur N. Gilbert of the University of Denver, and contemporary counterparts are Molly Crabapple, Chris Dacre and Deb Sokolow. Gilbert and Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Mike Keefe will speak at the opening at 7 p.m., and on March 2, three Pulitzer winners — Keefe, Jim Borgman and Signe Wilkenson — will participate in a panel, moderated by Gilbert. The exhibit runs through March 19. Admission is free. Ballet class observation The Denver Ballet Theatre Academy, at 90 Inverness Drive in unincorporated Arapahoe County, invites dancers
and others to observe an in-studio level 7/8 technique class, followed by a special performance of DBT students performing excerpts from “The Nutcracker” and variations that will be performed in upcoming competitions in February and March. Refreshments will be served. The event will be held on Dec. 19 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 303-799-6609.
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Fun at Bemis Library Playground Theatre presents SONYA’S “Time Travel Adventure” with ProfesSAMPLER sor Big Brain and the Stink Foot Clan at 2 p.m. Dec. 28 at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. On Dec. 29, Top Hogs-Trick Pigs of the Wild West will perform at 2 p.m. at Bemis. Admission free. 303-795-3961. Opera on Tuesday The Denver Lyric Opera Guild will hold the January Opera on Tuesday event on Jan. 5 at 11 a.m. at the Denver Country Club, 1700 E. First Ave., Denver, featuring a program by Greg Carpenter of Colorado Opera on preparing for the upcoming “Scarlet Letter,” with excerpts by Young Artists. Program will be at 11 a.m., followed by lunch at noon. Cost: $35, check by Dec. 30 to: Mary Sharon Wells, 3081 Kendrick St., Golden, CO 80401-1335 or through PayPal on the website: denverlyricoperaguild.org. New members are welcome — see website for information. Members live throughout the metro area, including a number in the south suburbs. Film has Colorado ties Brand Birdwhistle, formerly of Castle Rock, is a Hollywood producer with a new suspense thriller feature film, “Followed,” released on Nov. 24. It was shot in Colorado and seven other states, he writes, with locations including northeastern Colorado, Denver, the Rocky Mountains and Grand Junction. See: whosfollowingyou.com. Added performance Lone Tree Arts Center has added a performance at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 29 to the already scheduled Dec. 30 show of “One Man Star Wars Trilogy” with Charlie Ross. Tickets: $33 to $46, 720-509-1000, lonetreeartscenter.org.
Sleeper House is dreamy site for tree art Colorado Homes magazine has captured the Christmas season with a feature story about an original Christmas tree art installation at the iconic Sleeper House in Genesee. The magazine article says, “If you’ve ever driven up I-70 from Denver to the mountains, you’ve seen the Sleeper House, more formally known as The Sculptured House — that spaceship-esque residence built almost as if an extension of Genesee Mountain. The distinctively elliptical home was crafted by architect Charles Deaton in 1963 and went on to be featured prominently in the 1973 Woody Allen scifi comedy, ‘Sleeper.’ “Well, Matthew Bliss, creator of The Modern Christmas Tree, has stepped inside the Sleeper House for a noble cause. A portion of every sale of his lightweight-acrylic, Aframe Christmas trees goes to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America — a cause close to home. Bliss created The Modern Christmas Tree Company in tribute to his late grandfather, Lawrence “Bud” Stoecker, who was an architect and engineer before battling Alzheimer’s later in life.” “When I was a kid, our family would drive up I-70 on our way to go skiing,” Bliss said. “Every time we approached Genesee, we would look for what we called the Spaceship House. It’s a mysterious, iconic house to anyone who grew up in Colorado. My grandpa must have driven by it hundreds of times while making A-frame cabins all over the Rocky Mountains, so to be able to photograph his trees in such an important home was a dream come true.” Each tree includes an LED light, rotating mirror ball, ornament options, and installation kit. Prices range from $299 to $799. For more of the story, go to www.coloradohomesmag. com/Home/The-Sleeper-House-All-Decked-Out-for-theHolidays/#.VmcWGIplT_k.facebook. Say cheese to SunTony winner bound for Lone Tree For more than 30 years, two-time Tony Award-winning actress Christine Ebersole has captivated audiences on the Broadway stage, television series and specials, films, concert appearances, and recordings. Ebersole will perform at the Lone Tree Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 21. Tickets range from $33-$57 and may be purchased online at www.lonetreeartscenter.org or by calling 720-509-1000 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Lone Tree Arts Center is located at 10075 Commons St. Ebersole won the 2007 Tony for outstanding actresses Edie Beale in the acclaimed “Grey Gardens.” Ebersole also earned a Tony for her portrayal of Dorothy Brock in the revival of “42nd Street.”
Colorado among best on beer list Livability.com has just released its inaugural list of Best 99 Beers in 99 Cities, and Colorado can boast the beery best in Boulder, Fort Collins and Durango. Boulder scored No. 6 for Avery Brewing. Fort Collins ranked No. 19 for New Belgium Brewing’s Fat Tire. And Durango came in at No. 33 for Animas Brewing Co., Carver Brewing Co. and Ska Brewing Co. Penny Parker Here’s what Livability said about MILE HIGH the first-time list: “While macro brewers are strugLIFE gling, craft brewers are posting double-digit increases in sales and production nationwide, according to the Brewers Association. Mayors across the nation are quick to proclaim themselves ‘beer cities.’ Residents love it, and so do tourists — so much that there’s a newish form of tourism centered around the beer itself. “Economic development, tourism, talent attraction — these are all great side effects of the craft beer movement in the U.S.,” says Livability.com editor Matt Carmichael. “But at the end of the day, this is a ranking of great beers in great cities, and it sure is nice to have a cold pint of one of these 99 brews.” The top 99 cities are featured on Livability.com, along with their LivScore and information about the qualities and amenities that helped them make the list. Here’s the link: www.livability.com/best-places/99beers-in-99-cities/2015?utm_source=newsletter&utm_ medium=email&utm_content=Livability.com&utm_campaign=99%20Beers%20in%2099%20Cities%20Press%20 Release. Overheard Eavesdropping on a chef’s Facebook post: “Client asked how I plan on keeping the hot chocolate warm at her event. I replied that I would check to see if our fire-breathing dragon was available that night and, if not, I will bring a stove.” Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, businesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for BlacktieColorado.com. You can subscribe and read her columns (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) at www.blacktie-colorado. com/pennyparker. She can be reached at parkerp1953@ gmail.com or at 303-619-5209.
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Christmas Day Service 10am Sunday Worship Services 8am & 10:30am 303 N Ridge Rd, Castle Rock, CO www.faithcrco.org 303-688-3476
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St. Thomas More Catholic Parish
Alongside One Another On Life’s Journey With Christ
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Christmas Eve Thursday, Dec. 24th:
4:00pm & 7:00pm Masses in church, school gym and McCallin Hall 12:00am Midnight Mass
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7:00am, 8:30am, 10:30am and 12:30pm Masses (12:30pm in both the church and school gym.) You are invited to worship with us this Christmas
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Hudson Gardens alight for holidays Display turns 30-acre site into vibrant, magical venue
By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com Hudson Gardens’ signature tree is a huge, ancient cottonwood, covered to the tips of its branches with tiny white lights — more than 30,000. It takes men with bucket trucks to decorate it, said Hudson Gardens concert and special events manager Kristi Manz, who hopes to welcome 25,000 to 30,000 visitors by Jan. 2, when the yearly “A Hudson Christmas” light display closes. She pointed out spots that are new or changed each year as the 30-acre public gardens turn into a magical place for families to stroll and/or enjoy a free wagon ride as they listen to familiar music piped through the trees. One enters through the Welcome Center into a purple-and-white lit area that leads to the path. Partway around the Oval Garden is the very popular multicolored tunnel — a favorite spot for photos — and to the west is the Rose Garden, with its tall ice sculpture, formed as the fountains keep running over a metal form. Tiny blue projected lights sprinkle blue dots on one’s face and jacket and the ground around, while colored orbs form a different sort of garden bed in the yard of the Hudson Residence, which houses newly remodeled administrative offices for the staff of 15. Down the hill behind the residence, where demonstration gardens bloom in summer, the hard-working garden railroad boasts holiday cars, including “Percy” from “Thomas the Tank Engine.” Walk through Candyland, with its picket fence of candy canes and assorted sparkling goodies. Nearby, at the Mary Carter Trail En-
A huge, 100-year-old cottonwood, Hudson Gardens’ signature tree, is covered in more than 30,000 tiny white lights as it attracts visitors in a central area of “A Hudson Christmas.” Courtesy photos trance, is Nixon’s Coffee House, which offers hot drinks and snacks. Walk toward the barn, past Santa’s sleigh and lighted reindeer, where kids will find a cheerful Santa who has you sign into his “Naughty or Nice Book” before you chat with him (through Dec. 23). Through the evening, there are “flyovers” of the resident Canada geese, which honk and chatter on the pond during the night. Huge lighted amber starbursts hang in the big, old wetlands cottonwoods. Cross over a bridge to the island where a warming bonfire awaits by the Crystal Lake, filled with reflections. Free wagon rides are offered, pulled by a tractor. Manz estimates a visit will run 45 to 90 minutes — depending on how many photos you take.
A purple-and-white lighted garden glows at Hudson Gardens as part of the holiday celebration “A Hudson Christmas.”
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Longtime Englewood painter/teacher Sandra Kaplan has collaborated with landscape painter James Pringle Cook in a two-person exhibit called “Bereishit — Heaven and Earth” at the Singer Gallery, Mizel Arts and Cultural Center. It is inspired by the opening verses of Bereishit, Hebrew for “in the beginning” (Genesis), where God creates Heaven and Earth. On Dec. 17 at 7 p.m., curator Simon Zalkind will discuss the exhibit, open through Dec. 18, with Kaplan. (Open to the public.) Kaplan has created a collection of collages, called “Galactic Stories.” Her website contains a whimsical artist’s statement: “During the past few years, my most private works have been collages. Despite a passion for dark chocolate, I find myself picking chocolate bars for their wrappers rather than their cocoa content. “Packaging — from bath soap to boxes that once contained chewing gum — begins to take on emotional resonance. “My addiction to Sudoku, a trip to South Fed-
“Star Map” is a collage created by Englewood artist Sandra Kaplan from “an old star map from an out-of-date astronomy book, an old movie ad, a page from a catalog for pens and paper, hand painted… I have been combining astronomical, mythological and scientific images to show the flux in our thinking about the cosmos.” Courtesy photo eral for Dim Sum or several 1933 Fortune magazines purchased at a garage sale become both inspiration and art supplies. “During walks with our dog, I may find lenses from a broken flashlight or 30 cardboard disks with the letters ‘HA’ printed on them. They’re pocketed for future use. “Some collages have incorporated human images. This comes as a surprise to me. For years, I’ve avoided human imagery, relying instead on flowers as symbolic people. I also continue to paint and wonder how these paths seem to be converging.” Kaplan studied art at Brooklyn College and Pratt
Institute in New York and philosophy at CCNY. She is on the faculty of the Denver Art Students League. She was on the board of Museum of Contemporary Art Denver for six years and is a grant winner from the Vogelstein Foundation and Colorado Council on the Arts. Her work is in collections nationally and internationally. She teaches an annual plein air workshop in Italy — next year it will be in October in Tuscany, near Lucca. Cook, a Kansas native, now lives in Arizona. His traditional landscapes are richly colored and highly textured. He is represented by the William Havu Gallery in Denver.
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Food bloggers get into the spirit of giving
#BakeItForward inspires kindness in the form of food
By Alex DeWind adewind@coloradocommunitymedia.com Yvette Marquez, a local food blogger, was looking for a way to give back this holiday season when she stumbled upon the “#bakeitforward” campaign. Each time a photo of a baked holiday treat is shared on social media with a friend tagged and the hashtag used, the Food Network donates $1 to the No Kid Hungry Foundation. “I thought it was perfect because I could brighten someone’s day,” Marquez said, “and inspire others to do the same for a larger cause.” Marquez, owner of Muy Bueno Cooking, lives in Highlands Ranch and teamed with two other food bloggers — Toni Dash of Boulder Locavore and Fort Collins’ Erin Seller of Dinners, Dates and Desserts. They first met at a retreat where they bonded over all things cooking. The women have done charitable things in their personal lives, Dash said. But this year, they wanted to join forces from a food bloggers’ perspective. “We felt like not only can we do something,” Dash said, “we can use our social media to get the message out there.” They chose what they considered a deserving group in the community — the Littleton Fire Rescue Department. The food bloggers spent a recent afternoon baking all kinds of festive treats: Mexican Christmas cookies, white chocolate fudge, frosted sugar cookies and chocolate-peppermint dipped mirages. They decorated small boxes with redand-green ribbons and larger baskets with bells and evergreen branches. The project encompassed the good, old-fashioned way of preparing gifts. “Handmade gifts are less common,” Dash said. “It feels a little bit like a dying art, but it’s still so special for people.” The firefighters were humbled by the act of kindness. Marquez, Dash and Seller ended up spending quite some time at Station 12 at 6529 S. Broadway in Littleton, swapping stories with the men over cookies.
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The food bloggers used #bakeitforward, a social media campaign through Food Network that donates $1 to the No Kid Hungry Foundation for every hashtag. Here, they deliver their treats to the Littleton Fire Department. Photos courtesy of Chris Orwat From left, Toni Dash of Boulder Locavore, Yvette Marquez of Muy Bueno Cooking and Erin Seller of Dinners, Dates and Desserts. The three food bloggers paid it forward this holiday season by baking treats for the Littleton Fire Department.
“A lot of people take for granted all they do — on a small scale like saving animals to a large scale of saving people,” Marquez said.
TURNED AWAY?
Welcome Here
Greenwood Village
303-841-4660 www.tlcas.org
Sunday Worship
8:00 AM Chapel Service 9:00 & 10:30 AM Sanctuary 10:20 AM St. Andrew Wildflower Sunday School 9:00 & 10:30 am
www.st-andrew-umc.com 303-794-2683 Preschool: 303-794-0510
Lutheran Church & School
Sunday Worship 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Sunday School Bible Study 9:30am Trinity Lutheran School & ELC (Ages 3-5, Grades K-8)
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Open and Affirming Sundays 8:00 & 10:30 AM Serving the southeast Denver 615 4th St., Castle Rock area 303-688-5185 ChristsEpiscopalChurch.org
Littleton TURNED AWAY?
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Firefighter Dominic Penaflor found out the day before that visitors were coming to the station. But he had no idea what it was about.
9203 S. University Blvd. Highlands Ranch, 80126
Welcome Here Welcome Home!
Weaving Sundays 8:00 & Truth 10:30 AM 615and 4th Relevance St., Castle into Rock Relationships and Life 303-688-5185 ChristsEpiscopalChurch.org
worship Time 10:30AM sundays
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LEARN MORE ABOUT THE FOOD BLOGGERS Yvette Marquez: www.muybueno cookbook.com Toni Dash: www.boulderlocavore.com Erin Seller: www.dinnersdishesand desserts.com
“We all felt very appreciated by them,” he said. Dash felt like she received the gift that day. The experience served as a reminder of the importance to take time to do things for other people, she said. The three women hope social media followers of the #bakeitforward campaign will piggyback on their idea this holiday season. “We’re so blessed,” Marquez said. “And even though we’re busy, we need to take time to help others.”
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Parker
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Church of Christ Sunday Worship - 10:00am Bible Study immediately following
Sunday Services - 10 a.m. Ruth Memorial Chapel 19650 E. Mainstreet Parker, CO 80138 www.CSLParker.org
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Congregation Beth Shalom Serving the Southeast Denver area
Call or check our website for information on services and social events! www.cbsdenver.org
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Parker evangelical Presbyterian church Connect – Grow – Serve
Sunday Worship
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Joy Lutheran Church Sharing God’s Love
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Education Hour-9:15am
Pastor Rod Hank Joyful Mission Preschool 303-841-3770 7051 East Parker Hills Ct. • Parker, CO 303-841-3739 • ELCA www.joylutheran-parker.org
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December 17, 2015
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MUSIC/CONCERTS Festival of Lessons and Carols The music department at Christ’s Episcopal Church will offer its version of the traditional festival of lessons and carols from 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 20. The service, created and originally offered in 1918 at Kings’ College, Cambridge, presents readings telling the story of the birth of Christ, from the birth prophecies to the arrival of the wise men. Choir anthems and Christmas carols are interspersed among the readings. String players from the Western Academy of Music will join the church’s in-house choir and musicians for this holiday event. The service will be in the sanctuary of Christ’s Episcopal Church, 615 Fourth St., between Cantril and Lewis streets. Admission is free, but a special offering will be collected for the Douglas/Elbert Task Force, the local nonprofit dedicated to providing assistance to people in need in Douglas and Elbert counties. All are welcome.
‘The Nutcracker’ of Parker Colorado School of Dance welcomes the entire family for their 12th anniversary Production of Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic. Join us for this town of Parker tradition complete with the Sugar Plum Fairy and the mystical Nutcracker. Performances are Thursday, Dec. 17, to Sunday, Dec. 20, at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. For times, tickets and information, go to www.ParkerArt.org or call 303-8056800. Reunited at Christmas Hear the sounds of the Reunited Vocal Ensemble at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. The ensemble will be joined by St. Andrew’s Alleluia Handbell Choir for a concert of Christmas favorites. After the concert, enjoy a dessert and coffee bar provided by the church’s chapter of the United Methodist Women. Reunited’s new Christmas recording will be available that evening. Tickets go on sale Monday, Nov. 16. Contact Mark Zwilling at mzwilling@st-andrew-umc.com or 303-794-2683.
EVENTS Red and Green Christmas Party Join us for a night of fall DJ ballroom, Latin, salsa, swing and tango dance at the Adventures in Dance Red and Green Christmas party at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, at 1500 W. Littleton Blvd., Unit 207, Littleton. Register at www.AdventuresInDance.com or call 720-276-0562. Nigeria The recent emergence of the Islamist group Boko Haram in the north of Nigeria has exacerbated a north/south split in the country that divides primarily along religious lines (Muslim/Christian). As the most populous nation in Africa and one of the leading oil exporters in the world, Nigeria is a key player in the region. Join Active Minds from 1011 a.m. Friday, Dec. 18, as we explore the past, present, and future of this important country. Program is free and takes place at the Malley Senior Center, 3380 S. Lincoln St., Englewood. RSVP by calling 303762-2660. 2015 Holiday Sale The Friends of the Littleton Library and Museum presents its 2015 holiday sale through noon Thursday, Dec. 24, at the Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Books are in pristine, giftable condition, with new fiction, classics, poetry, history, home decorating, art appreciation, cookbooks, and more. Sale is open during library hours; cash or checks accepted. A Hudson Christmas
Christmas Bird Count Audubon Society of Greater Denver plans its annual Christmas bird count from 8-11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, at the Audubon Center at Chatfield, 11280 Waterton Road, Littleton. Event is free; a $3 suggested donation will support year-round educational programs and activities at the center. Participants will learn about the birds of Chatfield State Park using bird identification tools such as binoculars, field guides and even your cell phone. Enjoy free samples and hot chocolate. Contact communityoutreach@denveraudubon.org. Ballet Brunch Denver Ballet Theatre presents a Ballet Brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, at 99 Inverness Drive East, Suite 250A, Englewood. This is a special invitation to all to attend an in-studio observation of the combined Level 7/8 technique class, followed by a special performance of DBT students performing excerpts from The Nutcracker, along with both classical and contemporary variations that will be performed at the Youth America Grand Prix and Denver Ballet Guild Scholarship competitions coming up in February and March of 2016. Refreshments will be served. Call 303-799-6609 or go to www.denverballettheatre.org. Wintersong: A Christmas Story The Castle Rock Chorale will perform two concerts to celebrate the holiday season: at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, and at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 20, at New Hope Presbyterian Church, 3737 New Hope Way, Castle Rock. The chorale is conducted by artistic director Beryl Fanslow. Go to www. castlerockchorale.org. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO ONLINE ColoradoCommunityMedia.com/events
The Hudson Gardens & Event Center presents A Hudson Christmas on select nights from through Saturday, Jan. 2. Guests will enjoy a festive holiday light display, free wagon rides, free visits with Santa Claus (through Dec. 23) and more. The outdoor walking path winds through Hudson Gardens, featuring more than 250,000 twinkling lights and is wheelchair and stroller accessible. Tickets are available at www.altitudetickets. com, in person from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Hudson Gardens’ Welcome Center, or at the door on event nights. The Hudson Gardens & Event Center is at 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive in Littleton. Parking is free. Schedule and more information at www. hudsongardens.org.
Soles4Souls Collection Drop off new and used shoes through Christmas at the Re/Max Alliance office of agent Cathy Howrey, 18551 E. Mainstreet, Suite 2A, Parker. Soles4Souls is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting poverty through the distribution of shoes. Go to www. soles4souls.org/get-involved/ Christmas Tree Lot Get the perfect Christmas tree at Boy Scout Troop 780’s tree lot, open from 5-9 p.m. weekdays; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays, and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays, at the south corner of Meadows Boulevard and Ambrosia Street, Castle Rock. The Scouts will sell fresh-cut trees, wreaths and garland.
HEALTH South Metro Community Blood Drives A number of community blood drives are planned in the South Metro 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: Saturday, Dec. 19, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Cabela’s, 10670 Cabela Drive, Lone Tree; Sunday, Dec. 20, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Walmart, 6675 Business Center Drive, Littleton; Sunday, Dec. 20, 8 a.m. to noon, St. Louis Parish, 3310 S. Sherman St., Englewood; Monday, Dec. 21, 10-11:40 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m., Parker Adventist Hospital, 9395 Crown Crest Blvd., Parker; Tuesday, Dec. 22, 9-10:40 a.m. and noon to 2:30 p.m. at Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus, 2350 Meadows Blvd., Castle Rock; Tuesday, Dec. 22, 10-11:40 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m., Castle Rock Government, 100 Wilcox St., Castle Rock (contact Jane Chrestensen, 303-660-1397); Wednesday, Dec. 23, 10-11:40 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m., Whole Foods Southglenn, 6853 S. York St., Suite 119, Littleton; Wednesday, Dec. 23, 8-9:40 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Sky Ridge Medical Center, 10101 Ridgegate Parkway, Lone Tree; Sunday, Dec. 27, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., New Hope Presbyterian Church, 3737 New Hope Way, Castle Rock. Free Nutrition Classes South Denver Cardiology presents free educational classes at its office, 1000 SouthPark Drive, Littleton. For information, or to register, call 303-744-1065 or www.southdenver.com. Class schedule: Monday, Dec. 21, Anticoagulation Basics: Through Thick & Thin, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Learn to live with Warfarin/Coumadin; Monday, Dec. 21, Diabetes, Pre-diabetes and Insulin Resistance, 11 a.m. to noon. Learn the ins and outs of diabetes and how to control blood sugar. Winter Break Sports Camp Learn the skills necessary to play a variety of sports. Also learn the rules of the games, focusing on good sportsmanship and teamwork. Camp for ages 8 and older is open from 9 a.m. to noon Monday, Dec. 28, and Wednesday, Dec. 30, at the Recreation Center at Southridge. Go to www. hrcaonline.org/tr. Commitment Day 5K Fun Run/Walk Life Time Fitness in Parker kicks off the New Year with a part run/ walk, part festival that includes an expo with numerous vendors on race morning. Run starts at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 1, at Life Time Fitness, 9250 Crown Crest Blvd., Parker. Event is open to runners and walkers of all levels and abilities. Members and nonmembers welcome. Children 12 and younger may register for free with a registered adult. Go to www.commitmentday.com/colorado/parker-aurora. Information about group training available at www.lifetimerun.com/group-runtraining/co-commitment-day-5k-2016-parker. Contact Heather Crosby at hcrosby@lifetimefitness.com for additional information. SilverSneakers Fitness, Silver&Fit The Arapahoe Community College fitness center offers the SilverSneakers Fitness and Silver&Fit programs for seniors in the south metro Denver area. For more information about health and fitness options at ACC, call 303-797-5850.
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Practice English Skills Practice your English class gives adult mixed level English language learners an opportunity to practice speaking English. Adults from all levels and language backgrounds are welcome at 10:30 a.m. Saturdays at Douglas County Libraries in Parker, 10851 S. Crossroads Drive, and in Highlands Ranch, James H. LaRue branch, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd. No registration is required. Continuing Education Program Metropolitan State College of Denver offers a continuing education program for adults. Most classes are from 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays, for two to four weeks, and cost varies. Most take place at the Student Success Building on the Auraria Campus, with other classes taking place at the South Campus (I-25 and Orchard) and the Center For Visual Arts on Santa Fe Drive. For list of classes, go to www. msudenver.edu/learnon or call 303-556-3657. Application not required. More information on Facebook www.Facebook.com/ msudenverlearnoninitiative. Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.
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Scouts need Eagles. Parks need benches. Team them up, and both problems are solved. The South Suburban Park and Recreation District has plenty of projects that Boy Scouts can tackle to fulfill the requirements to earn the rank of Eagle Scout. Ten local boys were publicly recognized for doing just that during a recent South Suburban board meeting. Dale Kim is a member of Troop 628. He planted nearly 50 shrubs and trees at South Platte Park to replace the many that died during the recent drought a few years ago. Kim attends Rock Canyon High School and is a resident of Highlands Ranch. Jonah Vest is a member of Troop 628. He refurbished trail side benches along Big Dry Creek Trail. He and his crew accumulated more than 200 hours of volunteer time. Vest is a resident of Lone Tree. Joel Ashton is a member of Troop 355. He refurbished trailside benches along the Mary Carter Greenway Trail and Lee Gulch Trail at Mary’s Rest. He and his volunteers donated nearly 50 volunteer hours. Ashton is a resident of Littleton. Bryce Okazaki is a member of Troop 794. He wanted to do something special with Cherry Knolls Park and baseball, because his mother grew up in the district and played baseball there when she was his age. He replaced three wooden bleachers with aluminum ones. He and his troop members accumulated 60 hours of volunteer time. Okazaki is a resident of Lone Tree. Kyler Fredericks is a member of Troop 556. He refurbished five wooden picnic benches in deKoevend Park. He and his group accumulated more than 160 volunteer hours. Fredericks is a resident
of Centennial. Ammon Allen is a member of Troop 675. He removed more than 1,000 feet of chain-link fence for the Holm/ Carlson property, west of deKoevend Open Space. The fence removal allows wildlife to move freely from the upland open space through the Big Dry Creek corridor. Twilight Camp Scouts also provided some help. Allen is a resident of Highlands Ranch. Luke Favret is a member of Troop 361. He helped install erosion-control structures in a section of the shore of Cooley Lake in South Platte Park. The “wave breakers” are cottonwood logs between 10 and 14 feet long that are set at a shallow angle to the shore and anchored with T-posts. Favret attends Castle View High School. Graham Gates is a member of Troop 361. He built a bridge in the Northern Wildlife Area Loop Trail. The old bridge was deteriorating, and it was too small for maintenance equipment to access. Gates designed and installed a larger, more secure and more durable bridge in the same location. He attends Heritage High School. AJ McDonald is a member of Troop 444. He installed steps down the slope on Bufflehead Lake in South Platte Park. McDonald built and installed steps to allow easy access to the lake and to prevent continued erosion. He closed off the trails, then seeded and covered the damaged area with erosion-control blanket. He attends Columbine High School. Andrew Cole is a member of Troop 456. He replaced a pipe with a bridge at the north entrance to South Platte Park from the Wolhurst community. The path crosses a narrow drainage, and the pipe was too small for the amount of water that flows through it. Cole designed and built a bridge so the pipe could be removed, eliminating clogging. He attends Arapahoe High School.
CURTAIN TIME Ogre in Littleton There’s still time to see Town Hall Arts Center’s charming production of “Shrek,” which runs through Dec. 27 at 2450 W. Main St. in downtown Littleton. With music by Jeanine Tesori, book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire, direction by Bob Wells and choreography by Kelly Kates, it’s entertainment for little people, teens, parents and grandparents. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Wednesday, Dec. 23; 2 p.m. Sundays and Saturday, Dec. 17, Thursday, Dec. 24. Tickets: townhallartscenter.org, 303794-2787, ext. 5. (We’d suggest advance reservations. Sell-outs are likely.) Berlin’s music “Irving Berlin’s White Christmas” plays through Dec. 23 at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Directed
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Good defense helps ensure success Area coaches Stoppers valuable for top area hoops teams
Walker Andrew (15) of Heritage goes up to try to block a shot by Littleton’s Ethen Vasquez during the Dec. 1 season opener for both teams. Andrews scored 17 points and blocked four shots as the Eagles won the game 56-30. Photo by Tom Munds
By Jim Benton jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com Most high school boys basketball players dream of being that unstoppable offensive player. No offense, but the importance of a good defensive stopper is invaluable, despite players maybe not getting as much attention as the top scorers or rebounders on a team. But, just how significant is a good defensive player? Cherry Creek coach Mike Brookhart answered the question quickly. “He’s the most valuable player,” said Brookhart. Legend coach Kevin Boley agreed. “We have a saying in our program that ‘Defense is kind of like life insurance, you have to have it,’” Boley said. “Historically, we have taken a great deal of pride in our defense that allows you to have the chance to win on nights when you don’t shoot well. “Tyler Willis was a crucial piece of our Final Four team (2013-14) because he took so much pride in being the stopper. Monroe Porter is now the player we use on the other team’s best offensive guard.” Many teams like Mountain Vista and ThunderRidge in the Continental League use their defensive pressure to create offense. ThunderRidge was the 5A state runner-up and will have to replace a key stopper. “We place a high premium on a player who is a defensive stopper,” said Grizzlies coach Joe Ortiz. “Elias Tiedgen, who graduated last year, was one of the best one-
on-one defensive players we have ever had. This year we don’t have a defender as good as Elias, but we have several who are emerging and will try to fill that role.” Ortiz mentioned he has three good defensive standouts in senior guard Troy Brady, who has a great defensive feel, 6-foot-5 junior guard Corey Seng, who has great hands and a 6-9 wingspan, and quick sophomore guard Kaison Hammonds. Porter, a senior standout who played Defense continues on Page 23
PLAYERS TO WATCH Highlands Ranch: Jack Fiddler Mountain Vista: Isaac Phillips SkyView Academy: Joseph Pippin, JJ Woods ThunderRidge: Troy Brady, Austin Mueller, Elijah Rodriguez Valor Christian: Khameron Davis, Jalen Sanders, Jeremy Randle
Depth necessary in girls basketball Quality minutes from reserves can make a good team great
Highlands Ranch coach Caryn Jarocki talks to her team during a timeout. Photo by Jim Benton
By Jim Benton jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com Depth is a necessity in most team sports, and it’s especially true in Colorado girls basketball, where it is often difficult to develop quality bench players. Decent sixth, seventh or eighth players who can be called upon to contribute quality minutes to give starting players a rest or relieve a front-line player in foul trouble are most valuable. Depth has various meanings to different coaches depending of the overall talent level of the team, but one thing is certain: It’s needed. “I believe depth was a big key to our success last season,” said Valor Christian coach Jessika Stratton Caldwell, whose team won the 2014 Class 4A state title. “With the ability to substitute with confidence, it allows our best players to rest without losing momentum on the floor. “If the fifth through seventh players can positively contribute by taking care of the basketball, understanding the flow of the game offensively and making a mark defensively,” she said, “it can create a good substituting pattern that will help consistently.” Skyview girls coach Chris Kemm suggests basketball in 2015-16 is different than years ago, and depth plays a bigger role. “Depth can make good team into great teams,” he explained. “Most teams have that one-two punch from a couple standout players, but not in today’s high school girls basketball. You cannot have the traditional defensive scheme around two good players, particularly if they have some impact players outside of their two on the floor and off the bench. “Today’s good basketball teams are
seven to eight deep, and the great teams have great role players within and outside of that seven to eight girls,” Kemm added. “Ten years ago, you could compete at a high level with just one or two standouts, be favored if you had three. But in today’s game it’s not as likely, and it is more dependent on the confidence of your eight and strength and commitment of your role players.” And depth is vital when it comes to postseason play. “In many cases you can ride the stats and production of two or three good players to a quality regular season, but the postseason will reveal just how much, or how little, depth your team really has,” said Lutheran coach Mark Duitsman. “Either your opponent, a whistle, an injury, or simply the game itself will force someone outside your top rotation to make a play. “The serious contenders not only have depth that can make for a difficult matchup,” he said. “But, more importantly, they’re better equipped to handle more of the unplanned scenarios that are guaranteed to come your way, and those scenarios have a funny way of showing up in the biggest games.” Matt Asik had been an assistant in
PLAYERS TO WATCH Highlands Ranch: Leilah Vigil, Blaire Braxton, Tommie Olson, Symone Starks Mountain Vista: Chelsea Pearson, Molly McCabe, Mountain Vista Rock Canyon: Julie Doherty, Katie
DiDonna SkyView Academy: Caitlyn Alberts ThunderRidge: Taylor Rusk, Jaz’myne Snipes, Alyssia Martinez, Madison Ward Valor Christian: Heidi Hammond, Madison McCoy
ThunderRidge’s successful girls program for 10 seasons and is now the Grizzlies new head coach. “Depth is very important especially in the long-term success of a program,” he pointed out. “Those young kids that are role players on today’s team will become very important as they mature, grow and the upper-class players move on. Also, depth can wear an opponent that may lack depth. Having kids coming off your bench that can match the opponents’ starters is a big advantage.”
get Hall of Fame nod
Ponderosa athletic director and former coach Tim Ottmann, ex-Mustangs and Highlands Ranch coach Kent Smith, and Arapahoe graduate Peter Horvath are among the six people who will Jim Benton be inducted into the Colorado High OVERTIME School Coaches Association Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony for the 2016 Hall of Fame class is scheduled for April 2 at the Radisson Hotel Southeast at 3155 S. Vaughn Way in Aurora. Ottmann came to Ponderosa in 1990 as a wrestling coach, and the Mustangs won eight state championships under his guidance. Ponderosa captured six consecutive state titles from 2003-2008. Ottmann has been Ponderosa’s AD for the past 25 years. Smith spent time as the boys basketball coach at Ponderosa and Highlands Ranch. He was also the boys and girls cross-country coach for the Falcons. Smith was the boys basketball coach at Boulder from 1971-1982, and the Panthers won state titles in 1977 and 1979. Smith’s 1988 Ponderosa boys basketball was crowned state champs, and his 1992 Highlands Ranch girls cross-country team won the state meet. He is currently the girls basketball coach at Alamosa. Horvath, a 1979 Arapahoe High School graduate, coached the boys and girls teams at Columbine High School from 1982-2008, and the programs combined to capture nine state title and eight runnerup finishes in his tenure. He was the CHSCA Coach of the Year five times.
Butler runs 23rd at Nationals Ben Butler, the two-time Class 3A state champion from SkyView Academy, finished 23rd in the Nike National Cross-County Championships held Dec. 5 in Portland, Oregon. He was timed in 15:31.70.
Baseball could get RPI head start RPI stands for rating percentage index, and high school sports followers had better get used to the term. All Colorado team sports will use RPI, instead of wild card points, to determine state playoff qualifiers starting in 2016-17. However, according to CSHAANow. com, the baseball committee has approved a proposal that RPI be used to qualify teams in all classifications for the 2016 season, and could be the first sport to use RPI for post season qualifying. The Legislative Council must approve the recommendation during its January meeting and results of out-of-state games will not be used in the RPI ratings. RPI ranks teams based on wins, losses and strength of schedule. If the baseball committee’s pitch passes, 10 Class 4A league champions would automatically qualify for postseason play. The remainder of the bracket will be determined by the RPI. The eight host teams for the regionals will be decided by the league winners with the highest RPI. In Class 5A, the eight league champs automatically advance to the postseason with the remainder of the 32-team field finalized by RPI standings. Teams ranked 1-8 in the RPI would host regional tournaments, but league champs would not necessarily be host schools.
Field hockey All-State selections Two players from Cherry Creek and three from Golden were among the field hockey participants who were honored on
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December 17, 2015
Golden Eagles storm back for victory
Mountain Vista rebounds to take third in girls hoop tourney
By Tom Munds tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia.com The Mountain Vista girls’ basketball team lost the opening game of the Mane Event basketball tournament, but they put the loss behind them and won back-to-back games to finish third in the tournament on Dec. 12 at Littleton High School. “For some reason we didn’t come out ready to play basketball in the tournament opener and lost,” Mountain Vista coach Mike Willahan said after the third-place game. “We came out a lot faster in the next two games. We talked about being ready to go every game, a lesson hopefully we will carry into the coming season.” Key moments The Golden Eagles fell behind early in the Dec. 10 tournament opener and lost to Golden 60-46. Mountain Vista regrouped when the team took the floor Dec. 11 and beat Boulder 68-47. The third-place game matched Mountain Vista and Littleton. The Golden Eagles scored the first six points of the game and built on the lead, winning the game 58-38.
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Key players/statistics Chelsea Pearson led the team in scoring in all three games with 21 points against both Golden and Boulder, and 22 points against Littleton. Molly Mccabe scored 11 points, 12 points and eight points in the three games. The Golden Eagles offense averages 60.8 points a game. They also crash the board hard, averaging 32.7 rebounds in their six games so far this season. Individually, Pearson is averaging 19.3 points and 7.6 rebounds a game. Teammate Mccabe averages 13.3 points and 10.3 rebounds per game. Abby Walz is the team leader in assists with 18 in six games. She also has hauled down 25 rebounds. They said it Coach Willahan said his team stresses an aggressive offense that scores points. “We generally average over 60 points a game, and our high average was 66 ppg two years ago,” he said. “We like to push the pace, run the court, plus shoot some threepointers. We also play aggressive defense, and our goal is to hold every opponent to under 40 points. We want to hit those averages every game, particularly when we start the league season after the holiday break.” “We worked together as a team against Littleton, passed the ball around, and it set up good scoring chances for me because I was usually open on the inside,” Mccabe said after the third-place game. “I play power forward, but I am
Molly Mccabe (23) puts up a shot despite a block attempt during the Dec. 12 Mane Event girls basketball tournament third-place game against Littleton. The shot went in, and Mccabe scored 11 points as the Golden Eagles won the game 58-38. Photo by Tom Munds tall so I play the post position too. I also work inside at both ends of the court, working to get the rebound.” Going forward The Golden Eagles played Ralston Valley Dec. 17 before the courts go dark for the holidays. Mountain Vista returns to action at home Jan. 5 against Poudre.
upon to be a defensive stopper, but he also led the Titans last season with a 13.6 scoring average. “You can score and do all those things, but one of the little things that people don’t take away is defense,” said Porter. “In this day and age, people don’t focus on defense enough. I’ve always been the
person put on the other team’s best player. I’ve always been OK being the defensive player because if my shots aren’t going on offense, I’m not going to the rim, or if they are shutting me down, you can make it up on defense. “Defense is a big part of the game. If you play defense you can win a lot of games.
On defense it’s just not one person. We fo-
ley Hilyard of Cherry Creek were first-team selections. Second-team picks included senior Kami Cisneros, junior Emily Hipp and senior Madison Winchester of Golden.
ly competition between Chaparral and Legend. Legend senior Andre Hogan won the 3-point shooting contest. Titans senior Danny Garrick was the winner of the dunk competition. And Legend won the hot shoot drill. Chaparral freshman Joseph Dalton was the skills challenge winner, and the Wolverines won the faculty
staff game. There was also entertainment as Chaparral and Legend teachers held a dance competition.
Cross Town Throw Down The town of Parker launched the boys basketball season with its fifth annual Cross Town Throw Down featuring friend-
cus a lot on help defense. I love defense. I
get half my points in a game off steals. I’m
OK not scoring because we have the ability to have scorers. Any great player plays good defense and that leads to offense.”
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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SPORTS ROUNDUP VALOR CHRISTIAN EAGLES GIRLS BASKETBALL Valor Christian 66, Falcon 44 The Eagles captured a victory against Falcon at a nonconference game on Dec. 8. Key Performers: Senior Heidi Hammond scored 19 points and senior Madison McCoy scored 17 points. Valor Christian 55, Liberty 42 Valor Christian had a strong finish against Liberty and won the nonconference game. Key Performers: Senior Heidi Hammond scored 20 points and had 10 rebounds. BOYS BASKETBALL Valor Christian 83, George Washington 79 The Eagles won the neutral tournament game against George Washington on Dec. 9. Key Performers: Junior Josh Randle scored 20 points. Junior Jalen Sanders scored five free throws and had nine rebounds.
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Valor Christian 80, Fruita Monument 40 The Eagles won the neutral tournament game on Dec. 10. Key Performers: Junior Austin Remus was selected as player of the game and scored 14 points. Sophomore Jeremy Randle scored 22 points and had five rebounds. Valor Christian 66, Columbine 46 Valor Christian won the neutral tournament game on Dec. 11. Key Performers: Junior Jalen Sanders scored 17 points and had one three-pointer. Junior Kayle Knuckles had eight rebounds and scored three free throws. ICE HOCKEY Columbine 4, Valor Christian 2 Valor Christian lost the away nonconference game on Dec. 10.
GIRLS BASKETBALL George Washington 51, Rock Canyon 29 The Jaguars lost the Dec. 11 nonconference game.
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Doherty 60, Rock Canyon 41 Junior Julia Doherty scored 21 points in the Dec. 9 nonconference game.
GIRLS SWIMMING Rock Canyon 114, Heritage 72 The Rock Canyon swim team outscored Heritage in the Dec. 10 meet. Key performers: First-place finishes went to: Madison Coonts, 50 free; Makenna Mathieson, 100 back; Madeline Lacy, 100 fly and 200 individual medley; Jessica Beckwith, 200 free; Madison Orgill, 500 free; the 200 free relay team; the 200 medley relay team; and the 400 free relay team.
Fort Collins 46, Rock Canyon 42 Junior Julia Doherty scored 12 points and had six rebounds and three steals in the Dec. 7 nonconference game. BOYS BASKETBALL Rock Canyon 62, Grandview 48 Colin Rardin scored 22 points in the Dec. 11 tournament game. Rock Canyon 45, Far Northwest 37 Sophomore Sam Masten scored 16 points in the Dec. 10 tournament game. Key performers: Isaac Hirsch scored 12 points, had five rebounds, one assist and two steals. Rock Canyon 62, Arvada West 34 Noah Beck scored 17 points in the Dec. 8 tournament game.
Rock Canyon 195, Mountain Vista 119 The Rock Canyon swim team outscored Mountain Vista in the Dec. 3 meet. Key performers: First place finishes went to: Denise Jin, one-meter; Abigail Kochevar, 50 free and 100 back; Makenna Mathieson, 100 free; Madeline Lacy, 100 fly; the 200 medley relay team; and the 400 free relay team.
HIGHLANDS RANCH FALCONS GIRLS BASKETBALL Highlands Ranch 73, Arapahoe 34 The Falcons won the away nonconference game against Arapahoe Dec. 8. Key performers: Sophomore Leilah Vigil scored 21 points and sophomore Tommi Olson scored 16 points. Highlands Ranch 94, Legacy 28 The Falcons the away nonconference game Dec. 11. Key Performers: Senior Blaire Baxton
scored 10 points and four twopointers. Leilah Vigil scored six free throws. BOYS BASKETBALL Fossil Ridge 51, Highlands Ranch 46 Highlands Ranch lost a close nonconference game away against Fossil Ridge on Dec. 9.
Cherokee Trail 71, Highlands Ranch 54 The Falcons lost a home game against Cherokee Trail on Dec. 12. GIRLS SWIMMING Highlands Ranch 295, ThunderRidge 286 Highlands Ranch defeated ThunderRidge at a swim meet on Dec.
10 with best finishes in one-meter, 50 free, 100 free, 100 back, 100 breast, 200 free, 200 individual medley, 500 free, 200 free relay, 200 medley relay and 400 free relay. Key Performers: Senior Kimber Ellis finished the 50 free in 27.70 seconds. Sophomore Grace Mortimer finished the 100 free in 58.98 seconds. Freshman Aimee Burton finished the 100 fly in 1 minute 3.56 seconds.
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Heisman runner-up sets pace for brothers PUBLIC NOTICE
Valor Christian grad McCaffrey had record-breaking season for Stanford University By Jim Benton jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com Valor Christian junior quarterback Dylan McCaffrey recalls when he and his brothers would sneak onto the Country Club at Castle Pines golf course to play football. Dylan, older brothers Max and Christian, and younger sibling Luke each had their own dreams while running on the manicured grass near their home. “We used to play together all the time,” Dylan said. “We lived on a golf course, and when we were growing up we’d all go out on the golf course in a big grass area and play. The maintenance people never liked it. We’d always get kicked off, but we were out there almost every day playing football.” Christian’s dream almost became reality last weekend. The Stanford sophomore running back and former Valor Christian standout was a Heisman Trophy finalist. He spent time in New York City, and did myriad interviews, but was the runner-up when Alabama running back Derrick Henry was announced as the Heisman winner on Dec. 12. McCaffrey, who broke Barry Sanders’
NCAA record this season with 3,496 allpurpose yards, garnered 290 first-place votes (32.4 percent) and 1,528 overall. Henry won with 1,832 points and 378 (42.2 percent) first-place votes. Clemson sophomore quarterback Deshaun Watson was third with 1,165 votes. Henry gained 1,986 yards in the same number of games but had just 139 more yards rushing than McCaffrey, the Pac 12 Offensive Player of the Year, and didn’t come close to matching McCaffrey’s allpurpose yardage. There was a Heisman watch party at the Valor Center Performance Hall in Highlands Ranch, with 180 supporters in attendance to view the awards program. “All the predictions I heard were pretty much carried out,” said Jon Kozan, who has been Valor’s football statistician since the school opened and has watched all four McCaffrey brothers play. “These days, people kind of know where people are going to vote. I heard it said best, ‘Christian probably should PUBLIC NOTICE have won, but Derrick Henry was who Lone Tree people voted for.’” NOTICE OF SALE Sale No. 2015-0243 Brian Bonn is Public nowTrustee a photography teacher at To Valor used to On have Whombut It May Concern: 9/15/2015 10:12:00 AM the undersigned Public Christian McCaffrey in his Trustee caused theValor Notice ofSports Election and relating to the Deed of Trust deNetwork class. Demand scribed below to be recorded in Douglas County. “To have this many people out to support Christian in Grantor: his Heisman run is Original PENINSULA HOLDLLC, A COLORADO LIMITED a blessing,” he INGS, said. “To watch Christian LIABILITY COMPANY Beneficiary: WOODMEN THE up on stage, heOriginal hasn’t changed a bit.OFHe’s WORLD AND/OR ASSURED LIFE every bit as humble as he used to be, ASSOCIATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: ASand he’s every bit as LIFE loving as he used SURED ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 12/31/2013 Recording Date of DOT: 1/8/2014 Reception No. of DOT: 2014001098 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $985,800.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $775,718.62
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Christian McCaffrey, shown hereNo.two Public Trustee Sale 2015-0261 years ago whileTo a senior at Valor Christian, Whom It May Concern: On 10/9/2015 11:46:00 AM the undersigned Public had quite a run Trustee at Stanford season, caused thethis Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust definishing as thescribed runner-up the Heisman below tofor be recorded in Douglas County. Trophy. File photo
NOTICE OF SALE
Voluntary Contribution Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: declares a violation of the covenants of the Deed of Trust
PUBLIC NOTICE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
Name
Original Grantor: ANDREW RHODES AND BRADLEY RHODES Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC,. AS NOMINEE FOR BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 6/4/2010 Recording Date of DOT: 6/18/2010 Reception No. of DOT: 2010036941 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $415,390.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $379,056.10
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2016, Street at the Address Public THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle A FIRST LIEN. Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public aucPursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you tion to the highest and best bidder for are hereby notified that the covenants of The property described herein is all of cash, the said real property and all inCity, State, Zip the deed of trust have been violated as the property encumbered by the lien of terest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs follows: the failure to make timely paythe deed of trust. and assigns therein, for the purpose of ments as required under the Deed of paying the indebtedness provided in said Trust. Legal Description of Real Property: Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Unit 100 and 101,To Building 3, PARK plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses Email We do not sell or share your personal information participate in ourTrust, annual THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE PUBLIC NOTICE RIDGE OFFICE SUITES, a planned of sale and other items allowed by law, Voluntary Contribution Program, A FIRST LIEN. community, Douglas County, Colorado and will deliver to the purchaser a CertificWe are requesting $20, but feel free to contribute any amount. Lone Tree according to the Declaration for Park ate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If please complete andis continued toPlease make checks payable to the Lone Tree Voice. The property described herein is all of NOTICE OF SALE Ridge Office Suites, a planned com- this the form sale date a later date, the property encumbered by the lien of Public Trustee Sale No. 2015-0243 munity, dated as of July 17, 2007, and the deadline to file a notice of intent to your contribution to:parties entitled to cure may the deed of trust. Recorded July 23, mail 2007, with at Reception cure by those To Whom It May Concern: On 9/15/2015 No. 2007058121, and the Thirteenth also be extended. Legal Description of Real Property: 10:12:00 AM the undersigned Public Amendment thereto recorded July 10, Lone Tree Voice Contribution CarrierNOTICE Tip Amount PUBLIC LOT 59,Enclosed CARRIAGE CLUB FILING NO. Trustee caused the Notice of Election and 2013 at Reception Number 2013057404, If you believe that your lender or servicer Behind your weekly community newspaper a dedicated 3, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF Demand relating to the is Deed of Trust de- team of the records of the Clerk Ridgeline and Record- Blvd., has failed provide a single point of con9137 Ste.to210 Lone Tree COLORADO. scribed below to be recorded in Douglas er of Douglas County, Colorado, and tact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still of skilled journalists, designers, NOTICE OF SALE County.administrative staff, printers the Map recorded on July 23, 2007, at pursuing foreclosure even though you Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Public Trustee Sale No. 2015-0261 Which has the address of: 7809 Oban Reception No. 2007058122, and have submitted a completed loss mitigaand carriers who work hardOriginal to deliver quality content to your Court, Lone Tree, CO 80124-9771 Grantor: PENINSULA HOLDAmendment thereto recorded July 10, tion application or you have been offered To Whom It May Concern: On 10/9/2015 LLC, A COLORADO LIMITED 2013 at Reception Number 2013057403, and have accepted a loss mitigation opdoorstep. If you enjoy your INGS, hometown newspaper, we invite you 11:46:00 AM the undersigned Public NOTICE OF SALE LIABILITY COMPANY of the records of the Clerk and Recordtion (38-38-103.2 CRS), you may file a Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Original Beneficiary: WOODMEN OF for Douglas County, Colorado, and complaint with the Colorado Attorney Gento make a voluntary contribution. We will continue to THE deliverer Demand relating to the Deed of Trust deThe current holder of the Evidence of Debt WORLD AND/OR ASSURED LIFE any and all amendments thereto, eral (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Finscribed below to be recorded in Douglas secured by the Deed of Trust described ASSOCIATION County of Douglas, State of Colorado. ancial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) your news free of charge, but your assistance helps us maintain County. herein, has filed written election and deCurrent Holder of Evidence of Debt: ASor both. However, the filing of a complaint mand for sale as provided by law and in LIFEservice. ASSOCIATION Which has the address of: 10459 Park in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure a high-quality product and SURED superior Original Grantor: ANDREW RHODES said Deed of Trust. Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 12/31/2013 Meadows Drive Building 3 Units 100 process. AND BRADLEY RHODES Recording Date of DOT: 1/8/2014 And 101, Lone Tree, CO 80104 Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTHEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given Reception No. of DOT: 2014001098 First Publication: 11/19/2015 TRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS that on the first possible sale date (unless DOT Recorded in Douglas County. NOTICE OF SALE Last Publication: 12/17/2015 INC,. AS NOMINEE FOR BANK OF the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. WedOriginal Principal Amount of Evidence of Publisher: Douglas County News Press AMERICA, N.A. nesday, February 10, 2016, at the Public Debt: $985,800.00 The current holder of the Evidence of Debt Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Outstanding Principal Amount as of the secured by the Deed of Trust described Dated: 9/23/2015 NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public aucdate hereof: $775,718.62 herein, has filed written election and deCHRISTINE DUFFY Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 6/4/2010 tion to the highest and best bidder for mand for sale as provided by law and in DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee Recording Date of DOT: 6/18/2010 cash, the said real property and all inPursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you said Deed of Trust. Reception No. of DOT: 2010036941 terest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs are hereby notified that the covenants of The name, address and telephone numDOT Recorded in Douglas County. and assigns therein, for the purpose of the deed of trust have been violated as THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given bers of the attorney(s) representing the Original Principal Amount of Evidence of paying the indebtedness provided in said follows: declares a violation of the coventhat on the first possible sale date (unless legal holder of the indebtedness is: Debt: $415,390.00 Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of ants of the Deed of Trust the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. WedOutstanding Principal Amount as of the Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses nesday, January 13, 2016, at the Public ROBERT S. ARTHUR, JR. date hereof: $379,056.10 of sale and other items allowed by law, THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Colorado Registration #: 9614 To advertise your publicand notices callto 303-566-4100 will deliver the purchaser a CertificA FIRST LIEN. Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auc1200 17TH STREET, SUITE 3000, Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you ate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If tion to the highest and best bidder for DENVER, COLORADO 80202 are hereby notified that the covenants of the sale date is continued to a later date, The property described herein is all of cash, the said real property and all inPhone #: (303) 623-9000 the deed of trust have been violated as the deadline to file a notice of intent to the property encumbered by the lien of terest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs Fax #: follows: the failure to make timely paycure by those parties entitled to cure may the deed of trust. and assigns therein, for the purpose of Attorney File #: 210811-00236 ments as required under the Deed of also be extended. paying the indebtedness provided in said *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE Trust. Legal Description of Real Property: Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of SALE DATES on the Public Trustee webIf you believe that your lender or serUnit 100 and 101, Building 3, PARK Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses site: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustTHE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE PUBLIC NOTICE vicer has failed to provide a single RIDGE OFFICE SUITES, a planned of sale and other items allowed by law, ee/ A FIRST LIEN. community, Douglas County, Colorado point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or and will deliver to the purchaser a CertificLone Tree according to the Declaration for Park they are still pursuing foreclosure even ate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If Legal Notice No.: 2015-0243 NOTICE OF SALE The property described herein is all of Ridge Office Suites, a planned comthough you have submitted a comthe sale date is continued to a later date, First Publication: 11/19/2015 Public Trustee Sale No. 2015-0243 the property encumbered by the lien of munity, dated as of July 17, 2007, and pleted loss mitigation application or the deadline to file a notice of intent to Last Publication: 12/17/2015 the deed of trust. Recorded July 23, 2007, at Reception you have been offered and have accepcure by those parties entitled to cure may Publisher: Douglas County News Press To Whom It May Concern: On 9/15/2015 No. 2007058121, and the Thirteenth ted a loss mitigation option (38-38also be extended. Legal Description of Real Property: 10:12:00 AM the undersigned Public Amendment thereto recorded July 10, 103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint PUBLIC NOTICE LOT 59, CARRIAGE CLUB FILING NO. Trustee caused the Notice of Election and 2013 at Reception Number 2013057404, with the Colorado Attorney General If you believe that your lender or servicer 3, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF Demand relating to the Deed of Trust deof the records of the Clerk and Record(720-508-6006) or the Consumer Finanhas failed to provide a single point of conLone Tree COLORADO. scribed below to be recorded in Douglas er of Douglas County, Colorado, and cial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) tact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still NOTICE OF SALE County. the Map recorded on July 23, 2007, at or both. However, the filing of a compursuing foreclosure even though you Public Trustee Sale No. 2015-0261 Which has the address of: 7809 Oban Reception No. 2007058122, and plaint in and of itself will not stop the have submitted a completed loss mitigaOriginal Grantor: PENINSULA HOLDCourt, Lone Tree, CO 80124-9771 Amendment thereto recorded July 10, foreclosure process. tion application or you have been offered To Whom It May Concern: On 10/9/2015 INGS, LLC, A COLORADO LIMITED 2013 at Reception Number 2013057403, and have accepted a loss mitigation op11:46:00 AM the undersigned Public LIABILITY COMPANY NOTICE OF SALE of the records of the Clerk and RecordFirst Publication: 12/17/2015 tion (38-38-103.2 CRS), you may file a Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Original Beneficiary: WOODMEN OF THE er for Douglas County, Colorado, and Last Publication: 1/14/2016 complaint with the Colorado Attorney GenDemand relating to the Deed of Trust deWORLD AND/OR ASSURED LIFE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt any and all amendments thereto, Publisher: Douglas County News Press eral (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Finscribed below to be recorded in Douglas ASSOCIATION secured by the Deed of Trust described County of Douglas, State of Colorado. ancial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) County. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: ASherein, has filed written election and deDated: 10/9/2015 or both. However, the filing of a complaint SURED LIFE ASSOCIATION mand for sale as provided by law and in Which has the address of: 10459 Park CHRISTINE DUFFY in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure Original Grantor: ANDREW RHODES Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 12/31/2013 said Deed of Trust. Meadows Drive Building 3 Units 100 DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee process. AND BRADLEY RHODES Recording Date of DOT: 1/8/2014 And 101, Lone Tree, CO 80104 Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECReception No. of DOT: 2014001098 THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given The name, address and telephone numFirst Publication: 11/19/2015 TRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS DOT Recorded in Douglas County. that on the first possible sale date (unless NOTICE OF SALE bers of the attorney(s) representing the Last Publication: 12/17/2015 INC,. AS NOMINEE FOR BANK OF Original Principal Amount of Evidence of the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wedlegal holder of the indebtedness is: Publisher: Douglas County News Press AMERICA, N.A. Debt: $985,800.00 nesday, February 10, 2016, at the Public The current holder of the Evidence of Debt Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Outstanding Principal Amount as of the Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle KELLY MURDOCK secured by the Deed of Trust described Dated: 9/23/2015 NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC date hereof: $775,718.62 Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public aucColorado Registration #: 46915 herein, has filed written election and deCHRISTINE DUFFY Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 6/4/2010 tion to the highest and best bidder for 9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD. SUITE 400, mand for sale as provided by law and in DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee Recording Date of DOT: 6/18/2010 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you cash, the said real property and all inENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112 said Deed of Trust. Reception No. of DOT: 2010036941 are hereby notified that the covenants of terest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs Phone #: (303) 706-9990 The name, address and telephone numDOT Recorded in Douglas County. the deed of trust have been violated as and assigns therein, for the purpose of THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given Fax #: (303) 706-9994 bers of the attorney(s) representing the Original Principal Amount of Evidence of follows: declares a violation of the covenpaying the indebtedness provided in said that on the first possible sale date (unless Attorney File #: 15-009113 legal holder of the indebtedness is: Debt: $415,390.00 ants of the Deed of Trust Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wed*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE Outstanding Principal Amount as of the Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses nesday, January 13, 2016, at the Public SALE DATES on the Public Trustee webROBERT S. ARTHUR, JR. date hereof: $379,056.10 THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE of sale and other items allowed by law, Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle site: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustColorado Registration #: 9614 A FIRST LIEN. and will deliver to the purchaser a CertificRock, Colorado, I will sell at public aucee/ 1200 17TH STREET, SUITE 3000, Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you ate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If tion to the highest and best bidder for DENVER, COLORADO 80202 are hereby notified that the covenants of the sale date is continued to a later date, The property described herein is all of cash, the said real property and all inLegal Notice No.: 2015-0261 Phone #: (303) 623-9000 the deed of trust have been violated as the deadline to file a notice of intent to the property encumbered by the lien of terest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs First Publication: 12/17/2015 Fax #: follows: the failure to make timely paycure by those parties entitled to cure may the deed of trust. and assigns therein, for the purpose of Last Publication: 1/14/2016 Attorney File #: 210811-00236 ments as required under the Deed of also be extended. paying the indebtedness provided in said Publisher: Douglas County News Press *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE Trust. Legal Description of Real Property: Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of SALE DATES on the Public Trustee webUnit 100 and 101, Building 3, PARK If you believe that your lender or serTrust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses site: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustTHE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE RIDGE OFFICE SUITES, a planned vicer has failed to provide a single of sale and other items allowed by law, ee/ A FIRST LIEN. community, Douglas County, Colorado point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificaccording to the Declaration for Park they are still pursuing foreclosure even ate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If Legal Notice No.: 2015-0243 The property described herein is all of Ridge Office Suites, a planned comthough you have submitted a comthe sale date is continued to a later date, First Publication: 11/19/2015 the property encumbered by the lien of munity, dated as of July 17, 2007, and pleted loss mitigation application or the deadline to file a notice of intent to Last Publication: 12/17/2015 the deed of trust. Recorded July 23, 2007, at Reception you have been offered and have accepcure by those parties entitled to cure may Publisher: Douglas County News Press
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December 17, 2015
Mountain Vista has eight first-team selections All-Continental League North team announced Staff report Mountain Vista placed eight football players on the All-Continental League North offensive and defensive first teams. There were five players from ThunderRidge to gain first-team honors, three from Rock Canyon and two from Highlands Ranch. The first team All-Continental League North football team is:
Offense Line: Matt Peppercorn, senior, Regis Jesuit; Heston Paige, junior, ThunderRidge; Nick McDaniel, senior, Mountain Vista; Logan Wood, senior, Fruita Monument; Dalton Lawrence, senior, Rock Canyon. Tight end: Jack Stoll, senior, Regis. Receivers: Eric Hommel, junior, Rock Canyon; Kellen Parker, junior, Mountain Vista; Quentin Birch, junior, Regis. Running backs: Alex Barnes, senior, Regis; Zeke Johnson, junior, ThunderRidge; Jaeson Juarez, senior, Mountain Vista. Fullback: Dante Yeager, senior, Fruita
Monument. Quarterback: Judd Erickson, junior, Mountain Vista Punter: Arturo Chavez, senior, Fruita Monument. Placekicker: Mitch Anderson, senior, Mountain Vista Defense Line: Ace Escobedo, senior, Regis; James Duckworth, senior, ThunderRidge; Matt Yockey, senior, Mountain Vista; Clayton Voytilla, senior, Fruita Monument; Kole Kearney, senior, Rock Canyon.
Linebackers: Drew Schlegel, senior, Regis; William Smith, senior, Regis; Christian Isenberg, senior, ThunderRidge; Keaton Kerstetter, junior, Fruita Monument; Dylan McKee, senior, Highlands Ranch. Defensive backs: Wil Lowery, senior, Regis; Andrew Hopper, junior, ThunderRidge; Daniel McFarlane, senior, Mountain Vista; Will Flynn, senior, Mountain Vista; Ray Robinson, sophomore, Highlands Ranch. Coach of Year: Todd Casebier, Fruita Monument
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Dylan led the Eagles to the state championship on Dec. 5. Luke is a Valor freshman who was a quarterback for the junior varsity team and played some defensive back on the varsity. And, of course, Ed McCaffrey was a standout wide receiver for the Denver Broncos. Christian, 19, was trying to become the youngest Heisman winner, but instead became the third player raised in Colorado to finish second. The University of Colorado’s Byron “Whizzer” White was second in 1937. Terry Miller (Oklahoma State) was the 1977 runner-up. “(Christian’s) success helps all the brothers,” said Dylan. “It motivates us to work harder. We’re all so proud of him. He is always making sure we have our heads on straight. He’s been such a good role model. He makes sure we do the right things and work hard. He never forces us to play football or anything. He just says, if you like it, do it.” Luke has to follow in the footsteps of three successful brothers. “It can be overwhelming at times,” Luke said. “All three of them have done a good job of watching over me. Christian’s success helps to show us what we need to accomplish to reach the same goals as he has.”
The finalists for the Heisman Trophy, from left, Christian McCaffrey, Derrick Henry and Deshaun Watson, are shown to the audience at Valor Christian during the TV broadcast Dec. 12. Photo by Jim Benton
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