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Energy groups focus on supporting oil, gas New study reveals significant revenue for state, cities By Amy Woodward
awoodward@colorado communitymedia.com In Colorado, the oil and natural gas industry supported 110,000 jobs, contributed $29.6 billion to the economy and generated $1.6 billion in public revenues in 2012, according to a recent study by the University of Colorado Boulder Leeds School of Business. The study also showed school districts collecting $202 million in property tax revenue in 2012, produced from activities in oil and natural gas, with the industry providing local funding for roads, parks, police and fire departments. Figures such as these are not widely discussed, and it’s why a new organization called the Jeffco Energy Action Project (JEAP) has taken shape. “The organization is not about trying to convince anybody about a ballot issue,”
said Joni Inman, chairperson for JEAP and former deputy city manager of Lakewood. “We are just trying to raise awareness about the great contributions the industry (oil and gas) has made.” JEAP is less than two months old but has acquired more than 20 members that sit on the organization’s steering committee, including CEO’s of regional and local chambers of commerce, graduate students from the Colorado School of Mines including one professor, as well as financial advisers, business owners and former state Sen. Bill Schroder, R-Morrison. In Jeffco, figures from 2012 show 142 firms, sole proprietors to larger companies, who were directly related to oil and gas. Severance taxes and federal mineral lease distributions to Jeffco and its municipalities show an annual return of $225,182 for Jeffco government and $98,538 in Lakewood, with Arvada receiving a little over $89,000 and Golden collecting $19,241. Overall, Jeffco ranks No. 7 among Top 10 counties in Colorado for oil and gas related wages. “Some people think that if you are pro oil and gas that you are anti-alternative
PARTIAL LIST OF PRODUCTS MADE WITH PETROLEUM One 42-gallon barrel of oil creates 19.4 gallons of gasoline. The rest is used to make things such as: Bicycle Tires Shampoo Life Jackets Aspirin Heart valves Soap Footballs Golf Balls Parachutes Paint brushes Telephones — Source: Jeffco Energy Action Project
energy and that’s simply not the case,” Inman said. “It doesn’t have to an `us versus
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them’ situation in energy,” she said. Encouraging discussion and collaboration between both industries could result in low cost energy and products, Inman said. Either way, the oil and gas industry isn’t going away anytime soon, said Rob Bender, chief executive officer at Well Master Corporation in Golden. Operating for 30 years, Well Master continues to manufacture plunger lift systems that are used to remove liquid from oil and gas wells. “The oil and gas industry actually is very, very good at regulating itself and keeping things clean,” Bender said. Medium sized companies tend to have scientists on staff, putting them way ahead of regulators. “The regulations that come out usually have been put in place and are being abided by the oil and gas industry long before they become law,” he said. “I don’t think people need to be fearful of fossil fuels.” JEAP is hosting public forums and discussions on oil and gas, beginning on Tuesday, Dec. 30 at 6 p.m. at the Community Room at the Lakewood Cultural Center at 470 S. Allison Pkwy., in Lakewood.
Finding forgiveness By Amy Woodward
awoodward@colorado communitymedia.com Louis Zamperini’s tale of surviving a vicious Japanese prisoner of war camp during World War II was unknown to many. Even when Donna Miller, a Golden native and history enthusiast, was asked nearly eight years ago if she had ever heard of Louis Zamperini — she was unaware of his story. But her lack of familiarity would not last long. Miller, an American Airlines pilot and history lover, met Zamperini through a mutual friend during a layover in Los Angeles. After hearing about his story and meeting him in person, a friendship kindled, and she would spend a handful of years traveling with Zamperini to numerous public appearances where he discussed his journey in finding faith and forgiveness after surviving years of abuse at the hands of Japanese guards. “In his forgiveness he was able to let everything go,” Miller said. “He had this very burden free, happy life.” Zamperini passed away in July 2014 at Finding continues on Page 11
Just in time for the holiday, Wheat Ridge residents, Elouise and Curtis Sturtevant, whisper their Christmas wish lists to Santa Claus during Olde Town Arvada’s newest holiday attraction, Santa in the Square, Saturday, Dec. 13. Photo by Crystal Anderson
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Designated drivers keep holidays safe It seems that we can find a top 10 list or the top 10 reasons to do just about anything these days. I mean, everything from places to live, cars to purchase, gadgets to own, rationale to drink coffee or tea, favorite vacation spots, and so many more. If you have ever caught David Letterman’s show, there was a Top 10 list every night, usually designed to make a satirical point. Now, with the holidays upon us, I thought I would encourage us all to drink responsibly, and if we are going to take advantage of the festivities and celebrate with our favorite spirits, to not just consider having a designated driver, but to make the commitment and ensure that we have a designated driver or safe ride home whether it is a taxi, bus, or chauffeured ride of some kind. Maybe it’s our turn to be the DD, the designated driver, or maybe it’s someone else’s turn, but either way, let’s not just celebrate the season, let’s celebrate the fact that we are driving safely and soberly and celebrate all of the DDs out there, especially during this time of year. So here it goes, the Top 10 list — Reasons to Celebrate Having a Designated
Driver: 10) Bragging rights (That’s right, I have a designated driver, don’t you?) 9) Convenience of a ride anywhere we need to go (Isn’t it really all about convenience?) 8) Others will see us as really, really smart (Women and men both love the DDs) 7) Eliminate the worry about how we will get home (Or waking up in some very strange place) 6) Freedom to celebrate as we would like to this year (Jail time is not freedom) 5) Respect from our peers (R.E.S.P.E.C.T. equals coolness!) 4) Avoidance of expensive tickets, legal
fees, and fines (If you can’t pay the fine. don’t do the crime) 3) Avoidance of jail time (Freedom is not jail time) 2) We live to celebrate another day (Party on!) … and the number-one reason is … 1) Safety for ourselves and everyone else on the road (Every day is a good day, just try missing one) If we really take a look at the list above, wouldn’t you agree that we should do everything we can to celebrate and appreciate our DDs? I am not sure about you, but I have the utmost respect for the person who volunteers to be the safety net and make sure that their family and friends arrive home safely. I also have immense respect for the people who are smart enough to plan in advance to have a designated driver in their group when they plan on partying. Parties happen, partying takes place, overindulging is a given in some cases as we celebrate during the holiday season or really at any time of year. And I am amazed and truly appreciative of the people who recognize that they have had
too much and leave their car in the parking lot or at a friend’s house, call a taxi or arrange another ride, and come back in the next day or two to pick up their car. What a great decision and definitely one worth celebrating as we celebrate. According to CDOT there have already been 435 traffic related fatalities here in Colorado in 2014, with 150 of those fatal accidents involving alcohol. As the years winds down, let’s not invite any more unwanted tragedy into our lives and into our communities. Instead, let’s celebrate, appreciate, and love on our designated drivers. How about you? Are you up for some partying this holiday season? And if so, do you have your DD plan in place? I would love to hear all about your designated driver plans at gotonorton@gmail.com, and when we all take the time to make our roads safer, it really will be a better than good holiday season. Michael Norton is a Colorado resident and the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation, a strategic consultant and a business and personal coach.
JEFFCO NEWS IN A HURRY New Year’s Eve at the Denver Kickers
Jim Ehrlich and the Polka Mates band will help ring in the New Year at the Denver Kickers Sport Club at 16776 W. 50th Ave., in Golden on Wednesday, Dec. 31, at 7 p.m. Party favors and champagne to toast at midnight included. Tickets for members are $10 with guests paying $15. For ticket purchases, call 303-279-9097 or go to
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Jeffco District Attorney’s Office accepts donation
The Colorado Federal Savings Bank donated $15,000 to the Jeffco DA’s Communities Against Senior Exploitation or CASE program. The donation will be used for crime prevention information and services for seniors, as well as law enforce-
ment training on the new Elder Abuse Mandatory Reporting Law which took effect on July 1. In 2014, CASE provided 11 crime prevention programs specifically for seniors living in lower income retirement communities or at communal meal sites. One of our most popular programs provides free 911 emergency cell phones to older adults who cannot afford the cost of cell
phone service. In the past two years, approximately 85 percent of the phones provided were to low-income seniors living in retirement communities. CASE also provides a Fraud Hotline, 303-271-6980, and offers free Power Against Fraud presentations to help educate, inform and prevent seniors from becoming victims of identity theft and other scams.
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Looking for those little miracles How deep a hole is humanity in? Last week, in Pakistan, terrorists took over a school, set a female teacher on fire, and then proceeded to shoot and kill over 130 children. That story knocked off of the front pages the story of the disturbed man—who also thought he was a terrorist—who took hostages at a coffee shop in Sydney, Australia, and killed two in a 16-hour standoff before being overrun by police. The African country of Sierra Leone has cancelled Christmas this year because of the Ebola epidemic. I didn’t even think cancelling Christmas was within the powers of humans, but, well, there you have it. Last Sunday we passed a grim anniversary: two years ago, a very disturbed young man broke in to an elementary school in Connecticut and murdered 20 children and 6 adults before committing suicide. And this is a list that doesn’t include various wars, genocides, and scary threats we humans are inflicting on each other all over the world. Last week I wrote about holes. But that was on a personal level—what can you do for an entire race intent on digging holes for itself? Why, you would have to believe in miracles to think that we had any chance of surviving each other. Luckily, it’s Christmas — it is the time of
miracles. So, be of good cheer. A single mom, working two jobs, who still finds time to take her kid to soccer practice. That’s a miracle. A young man from a broken family, who once watched his cousin die of a gunshot wound in the street, who chooses to pursue an advanced education. That’s a miracle. A teacher, a single mother, who cares enough for her students to make sure that every child gets to participate in a Secret Santa exchange, all while preparing for her own surgery. That’s a miracle. A football team — a group of young men — who put aside their competitiveness to give a special needs student from another school a chance to score a touchdown. That’s a miracle. A popular young man who stands up next to a young girl who is being picked on and says “No more.” That’s a miracle.
A family, who takes the pain of their tragedy and uses it to energize a nationwide campaign to raise awareness of and resources to end bullying in schools. That’s a miracle. God, who so loved the world that He sent His only Son to walk among us. To jump in this gigantic hole and help us find the way out, not by force of arms or great power, but by compassion and love. That’s a miracle. The trick, I suppose, then, is to go forward from Christmas, and remember that, no matter how deep or dark we seem to be digging, there is always hope for a better tomorrow. And it doesn’t start with grand gestures by governments and great speeches by (of all things) politicians. Most of the time, it starts with little acts of random kindness and moments of courage by individuals who have a million reasons to walk past the hole and avert their eyes. God Bless those who jump in holes with flashlights, candles, mirrors, cell phones. Or less. Just because. And Merry Christmas to you and yours! Michael Alcorn is a teacher and writer who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. His first novel, “The Accidental Christmas,” is available at MichaelJAlcorn. com.
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What goal are you looking forward to? We visited a Metro North Chamber leadership class that was spending the day at Channel 4 CBS-TV in Denver. We asked what goal do you have for your company next year?
In the challenge of the economy, how do you improve opportunities for people even when funds might be lacking. Kathy Walker
To improve our customer services and community relations. Gene Claps
Better communication within our organizations, it’s something we strive for and struggle with. Jayson Sale
We had a lot of change at the (Adams County) sheriff’s office, so we look forward to new opportunities, new jobs opening up, and I look forward to working with communities. Amanda Overton
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Thumbs up at Christmas, all year round Throughout the year, I collect what I call “thumbs-up” moments – the cool, generous, outstanding, amazing, or simply kind things that people do for others. Many of these selfless gestures are anonymous … that is, the kindness of strangers. I’ve written in this space before about the kindnesses I received from strangers on my Nepal trip last year, as well as from the person who delivered a cabinet I purchased from Craigslist because it was too big to fit in my own vehicle. The thumbsup moment that launched my collection occurred when a guy in a souped-up sports car slowed way down in a turn lane so that a teen in a drivers-ed car could merge safely in front of him. I’ve witnessed much spontaneous generosity in our communities and with the focus on giving at the holidays, I asked people I know to share their own thumbsup moments. In the process, I learned a lot about the true nature of our friends
and neighbors, not just at Christmas but all year round. Remember Black Friday? On that cold and frosty morning, one of my friends was first in line at an electronics store. A couple of people behind him, a young woman was shivering in just a thin hoodie. You can guess what happened next: my friend shed his jacket to share with her. When asked about this later, he shrugged and said simply, “That’s how I was raised.” Many of us have heard of random acts
of kindness such as people paying for the order of the car behind them at Starbucks or a fast food drive-through lane. One of my neighbors takes this generosity a step further – she likes to pay off people’s layaway anonymously. At K-Mart, for example, she will ask for an order with a balance due, in a certain price range, with children’s toys and clothes so that she knows it’s for a family. When she pays off the balance, the store calls the family to let them know they can pick up their items. Another friend told me a delightful story about a mother and daughter duo walking up and down the street outside shops, handing out little slips of folded paper. The one she received said: “You are perfect just the way you are.” Whole families get into the spirit at this time of year, too, playing Santa by driving a big van around to deliver donated gifts to those in need. One family goes Christmas caroling at nursing homes. By their
admission, it doesn’t always sound pretty, but with a guitar in tow and handmade cards from the kids, the residents love it. And such generosity isn’t confined to the holidays. Some friends run an outreach all year long, cooking meals for the homeless community and baking bread with them to build relationships. There is no shortage of organizations that need our donations, just as there are limitless ways to share kindness that don’t cost a cent. We can create our own thumbs-up moments – everyone we meet is fighting some sort of battle, and I truly believe that as we give away something of ourselves, we also lighten our own loads. Wishing you peace this wondrous season. Andrea Doray is a writer who believes that you are perfect just the way you are. Contact her at a.doray@andreadoray.com.
World premiere at The Edge Theater The Edge Theater is continuing its tradition of presenting new works with its world premiere of Ellen K. Graham’s “The Familiars.” I’m still processing my reaction to this quirky and sometimes slightly disjointed story. The Burdock family, which consists of the mother, Honora, siblings Kath, Chris, and Dom, along with granddaughter Diana and Dom’s girlfriend Fedosia, has once again gathered at the family home for Christmas Eve/Day. This annual meeting is rife with traditions, most of which are loathed by one or more family members. No one wants to upset Honora so they cowboy up and conform. This year, however, something seems to be amiss. Honora is acting strangely having recently sustained a concussion. Instead of directing the preparations for cookie baking, holiday table setting in the strictly prescribed manner, and fixing the main Christmas meal, Honora retires to her room for a nap. Her children are in a
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tizzy. The only seemingly normal person in the room is Dom’s girlfriend who has a pragmatic deportment which I found very appealing. There are some startling revelations along the way that add multiple layers to the proceedings. All in all, it was an intriguing evening. “The Familiars” plays through Dec. 28 at the Edge Theater, 1560 Teller St., Ste. 200 in Lakewood. For tickets and info, call 303-232-0363 or visit www. theedgetheatear.com.
You simply cannot go wrong with “Fiddler on the Roof,” especially with the uber talented Wayne Kennedy as Tevye. Follow that with populating the cast with exceptionally gifted actors/singers and you have the makings of a wonderful experience. Tevye, his wife Golde (Shellie Cox-Robie) and their five daughters live in the fictional Anatevka, Russia, a tight-knit Jewish community. Anti-Semitism is growing in Czarist Russia; however, Tevye has managed to maintain good relations with the local military and the village is usually left alone. In spite of being very poor, the community members come together as a unit and celebrate life. Tevye and Golde’s three older daughters roil the waters by their choices of suitors. This is much to the dismay of their parents who believe in marriages arranged by the local Yente (Barb Reeves). Added into the mix are the
serious rumblings from the military. The continuing hope and optimism expressed by the Jews is inspiring and heartwarming. Artistic Director Michael J. Duran directs the large cast with thoughtfulness and precision. Songs in this wonderful musical include: “Tradition,” “Sunrise, Sunset,” and “Do You Love Me,” among many others. “Fiddler” plays through Feb. 28, 2015. This is the best entertainment value on the Front Range. The dinner alone is worth the price of admission. BDT Stage is located at 5501 Arapahoe Ave., in Boulder. For tickets and information, call 303-4496000 or visit the website at www.bdtstage. com. Columnist Harriet Hunter Ford may be reached at hhunterford@gmail.com.
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Teen sisters get deal for recording DMNS exhibit shows majesty, adaptability of whales By Clarke Reader
creader@colorado communitymedia.com Some of the most majestic animals on the planet are also the most mysterious. Humans only know small amount about some of the largest creatures on Earth, but the Denver Museum of Nature & Science is giving landlocked Colorado residents a chance to dive deep with whales. Whales: Giants of the Deep is on exhibit at the museum, 2001 Colorado Blvd., through Feb. 16. The exhibit is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Giants of the Deep is developed and presented by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa and was made possible WHAT: Whales: Giants of the through Deep the support WHERE: Denver Museum of of the New Nature and Science Zealand 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver GovernWHEN: Through Feb. 16 ment 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and the COST: $9.95 to $14.95 SmithsonINFORMATION: www.dmns. ian Instituorg/whales tion. It is sponsored in Denver by Les Schwab Tires. “This is a traveling show that we’re able to host and enhance with our own ambience, acoustics and activities,” said Zoology curator John Demboski.”People from the Te Papa Tongarewa museum said Denver is one of their favorite places to have these exhibits.” The exhibit features life-size models and more than 20 real specimens on display — including the skeleton of a sperm whale that measures 58 feet long. The show features a blend of skulls and skeletons, hands-on objects, digital interactives, immersive projections, and rare artifacts. Visitors can crawl through a life-size replica of the heart of the enormous blue whale, touch real and replica whale teeth, build their own dolphin and see how it swims, accompany a sperm whale on a deep-sea hunt for a giant squid, see the model of a southern right whale featured in the film “Whale Rider,” and enter an immersive sound chamber to hear the “songs” whales use to navigate,
It was a teen dream come true for Evergreen sisters Caitlin and Sidney Powell, 16 and 13 respectively, when their band Facing West landed a record deal recently with Pando Records, a Warner Music Group Label. The Powell girls were formerly known by Two Girls With Guitars, but changed the name to Facing West. According to 9News, the band’s first single, “Anchors,” will be released nationally in early January. The rest of the album will be released in March. Facing West posted this on its Facebook page: “Big move 4 us! Facing West is now with Pando Records. We # rejoice and give thanks ... way more to come in 2015! Grateful for your support.” Their father Tim Powell helps manage Facing West. His wife, Catrina, homeschools the girls. “Their hard work, talent and God’s blessings continue to surprise us,” Tim Powell told 9News. “The girls are over the moon excited.” For the rest of the story, go to www.9news.com/story/entertainment/2014/12/15/facing-west-recorddeal/20437851/.
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Giants of the Deep exhibit gives visitors a rare hands-on lesson in the giant mammals on how they survive. Courtesy photo find food, and communicate. Demboski and Maura O’Neal, Communications and media relations manager with the DMNS, both said the exhibit celebrates the traditions and stories of the Mäori people of New Zealand, whose history is filled with stories of whales. Visitors will see historic cultural objects — from impressive weapons made from large whale bones to delicate ornaments fashioned from whale teeth. Of course the main attraction is the giant mammals, and the exhibit is broken up into several sections that showcase different features of whales’ history and lives. It begins with Whale Evolution, which details how the mammals moved from land to sea about 50 million years ago. “The closest living relative we see today is the hippo,” Demboski said. “We’re lucky with whales that there’s a nice fossil record that shows how their bodies telescoped to make swimming easier.” Visitors can follow the transformation by examining fossils and animations of ancient species and learn about the evolution of different whale species. The exhibit highlights the diversity of modern whales, which include dolphins and porpoises. The Life Underwater section features
many interactive activities, and two large sperm whale skeletons — a male and female — so visitors can get a sense of their biology and how they survive. Perhaps the most affecting section is Troubled Waters, which examines the dangers whales encounter related human activities. Visitors can see how ships, fishing nets, and pollution affect whales. “Whaling started in the 1700s and became big in the 1800s,” Demboski said. “It wasn’t until the past 30 years that we started seeing laws protecting whales.” Throughout the entire exhibit are features on “Whale People” — first-person interviews about the changing attitudes that have led people from hunting whales to protecting them. Whales: Giants of the Deep has been extremely popular so far, according to O’Neal, with everyone from school groups to family visiting the exhibit. “This exhibit speaks to a lot of different age groups, and doing water-based exhibits is always popular in a landlocked state like this,” Demboski said. “Here at the museum we’re able to take great exhibits like this and make them even better.” For information visit www.dmns.org/ whales.
One of the nicest nods to Denver’s bustling restaurant scene came from a recent piece by National Public Radio. The reporter sought the answer to the popular question, “What makes Denver so tasty?” when it comes to the dining business, which has doubled in sales over the past 10 years. He interviewed Food Network star chef Keegan Gerhard, who rolled the proverbial dice on Denver when he opted to open D Bar, the tiny 17th Street eatery with the longest lines. Gerhard and his pastry chef wife, Lisa Bailey, quickly outgrew the original D Bar space and last month opened a spot three times larger in Uptown. The couple shunned the bright lights and big cities in favor of building a business where they wanted to live. NPR interviewed other top chefs including Jennifer Jasinski, who with business partner Beth Gruitch owns Rioja, Bistro Vendome, Euclid Hall, and most recently Stoic & Genuine in the redeveloped Union Station. Jasinski upped Denver’s restaurant cred by winning a James Beard Award and competing on “Top Chef Masters.” Here’s what NPR said, “When you think of the restaurant scene, Denver probably doesn’t come to mind. But that’s just the latest change for a city whose population has ballooned in the last couple of years, thanks in part to a nearby oil and gas boom. Top chefs are beginning to take notice.” John Imbergamo, perhaps the most trusted man in Denver’s restaurant business, was interviewed for the story on background. Here’s what NPR didn’t discuss, Imbergamo said. “The fast casual segment was ignored but Denver is a hotbed of innovation in that segment of the industry. Chipotle, Qdoba, Tokyo Joes, Noodles, Garbanzos, Pizzeria Locale, Smashburger, the list goes on. Many of these with elevated quick food are consumer steppingstones to fine dining.” Parker continues on Page 10
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YOUR WEEK & MORE EDITOR’S NOTE: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Thursday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a spaceavailable basis. TOP 5 COMEDY ABOUT TRADITIONS THE EDGE Theater presents “The Familiars,” a comedy about what traditions are worth keeping, through Sunday, Dec. 28, at 1560 Teller St., Suite 200, Lakewood. Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 6 p.m. Sundays, Dec. 7, 14, 21; and 2
p.m. Sundays, Dec. 21, 28. Call 303-232-0363 or go to www. theedgetheater.com. Parking is free.
ORNAMENTS FOR THE BIRDS DECORATE YOUR outdoor trees with some great food for the birds. The little ones will make ornaments to decorate trees or shrubs and provide food for the birds during the winter. We will talk about what kind of birds they might see in the winter and much more. Workshop is at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 30 at Country Fair Garden Center, 17201 W. 64th Ave., Arvada. All ages welcome. Call 303-209-4394 to RSVP and for cost information.
ONGOING ACTIVITIES, ONGOING /BUSINESS GROUPS MONDAYS GOLDEN CHAPTER, Order of DeMolay meets at 7 p.m. every first and third
Wednesday in the town of Golden. Walt Disney, Mel Blanc & Walter Cronkite are counted amongst its Alumni. DeMolay is an organization for young men between the ages of 12 and 21 that offers character building, leadership training, and life skill development. We offer many activities, academic opportunities and scholarships. Contact the chapter for more information. Email demolaygolden@gmail.com or www. coloradodemolay.org and visit Golden’s page under the Chapter tab by clicking on the Golden photo.
JEFFERSON COUNTY Republican Men’s Club meets 7-9 a.m. Mondays at the Howard Johnson Denver West, 12100 W. 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge. Call Fred Holden at 303-421-7619 for more information. All are welcome, not just Republican men from Jefferson County.
CLASS REGISTRATION COLORADO ACTS is accepting registrations for its winter/ spring 2015 classes, including “The 50s Show,” “Rock Around the Block,” “Snow White,” “Creative Drama,” “Scenes from Shakespeare,” “Scenes and Songs from Classic Musicals,” and outreach classes. Colorado ACTS is at 11455 W. 1-70 Frontage Road North, Wheat Ridge. Go to www.ColoradoACTS.org or call 303-456-6772. Classes start Tuesday, Jan. 6. TROLLHEIM HOLIDAY DINNER RESERVATIONS ARE being taken through Saturday, Jan. 10 for the annual Lutefisk and Meatball Holiday Dinner on
AREA CLUBS BUSINESS SPIRITUALITY Business Honoring Spirituality meets 7-9 a.m. every Thursday at the Community Center of Mile Hi Church, 9079 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood. Meetings include networking, a brief meditation by a licensed practitioner, guest speaker and breakfast. For additional information, visit www.bhsmilehi.org or call Patty Whitelock at 303-274-0933.
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CERTUS PROFESSIONAL Network meets for its Lakewood networking event from 9:30-11 a.m. the third Thursday of the month at Panera Bread, 650 S. WADSWORTH BLVD., Lakewood. Build your network, grow your business, network less. Our events are structured to connect professionals with the resources, power partners and leaders to expand their business and the business of others. Open to all industries, includes 30 minutes of open networking and organized introductions to the group. Cost: $12 non-CERTUS members at the door. First participants pay half price. RSVP not required. More info about CERTUS™ Professional Network at http://www. CertusNetwork.com.
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INVESTORS’ MEETINGS The Rocky Mountain Inventors Association meets 6:308:30 p.m. the fourth Thursday of every month (excluding November and December) at Vesta Technology, 13050 W. 43rd Drive, Suite 300, Golden. Presentations in marketing, manufacturing, engineering, finance, business and legal, followed by networking. Go online to www.rminventor.org for details.
GOLDEN ROTARY meets 7:15-8:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Rolling Hills Country Club, 15707 W. 26 Ave., Golden. This active organization reaches neighbors in need. They build, support, and organize. They save lives locally and globally. For additional information visit www.rotayclubofgolden.org or contact Pat Madison at 303-279-1021. FEDERAL EMPLOYEES The Lakewood Chapter of Retired and Active Federal Employees meets each second Tuesday at the Episcopal Church, 10th and Garrison. Call Ann Ornelas at 303-517-8558 with questions. ROCKY MOUNTAIN Team Survivor, a health, education and fitness program for women of all abilities who have experienced cancer or are currently in treatment, offers weekly free, fun, supportive activities. Tuesdays, 10 a.m., Boulder Creek Walk (meet at Boulder Public Library main entrance). Tuesday, 11-11:30 a.m., Yoga, Boulder Senior Center, 909 Arapahoe Avenue. Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., Fitness Training, Boulder Center for Sports Medicine, 311 Mapleton Avenue (entrance on Maxwell Avenue.). Learn more at rockymtn-teamsurvivor.org. WEDNESDAYS AMERICAN LEGION Auxiliary presents Burger Nite, 5-7:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Post 178, 1655 Simms St., Lakewood. Members, their guests and active military invited for varied food and reasonable prices. Visit www.alpost178.org. ARVADA BIZ Connection www.meetup.com/Arvada-Business-Connection/ is an informal networking event that brings together local entrepreneurs. Meetings are 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at various restaurants in Olde Town Arvada. A $5 FEE is collected from each attendee, which is then donated to a local charity at the end of each quarter. The 4th Quarter Charity is the Dan Peak Foundation who assists families in need. For information, call Micki Carwin at 303-997-9098.
ARVADA JEFFERSON Kiwanis meets at 7:30 a.m. every Wednesday for a breakfast
meeting at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. We invite you to join us for great fellowship, interesting programs, and the satisfaction of serving your community. This Kiwanis organization supports the Arvada Community Food Bank, the school backpack program, Santa House, Ralston House, and many other local organizations. For more information or to attend a meeting, call Brad at 303-431-4697.
ARVADA ROTARY meets from 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays at Indian Tree Golf Club, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd. The club engages in a variety of community service projects, with emphasis on assistance to and support of Arvada’s youth. Visitors are always welcome. For additional information visit www.arvadarotary.org or call Dave Paul at 303-431-9657. BUFFALO TOASTMASTERS meets 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays at the Jefferson County Government Building, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden. Toastmasters is an international organization that is a fun and supportive environment to learn and practice public speaking and leadership skills. All are welcome. More information is available at www.buffalotoastmas-ters.org.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN Team Survivor, a health, education and fitness program for women of all abilities who have experienced cancer or are currently in treatment, offers weekly free, fun, supportive activities. Tuesdays, 10 a.m., Boulder Creek Walk (meet at Boulder Public Library main entrance). Tuesday, 11-11:30 a.m., Yoga, Boulder Senior Center, 909 Arapahoe Avenue. Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., Fitness Training, Boulder Center for Sports Medicine, 311 Mapleton Avenue (entrance on Maxwell Avenue.). Learn more at rockymtn-teamsurvivor.org. FRIDAYS CALMUP JOURNEY Prefer to help yourself rather than do the coaching or psychotherapy thing? Let me share with you free information about the CalmUp Journey, a one-page self-examination worksheet for men and women. Join me for coffee or tea from 8-9 a.m. most Fridays at Whole Foods Market Belmar, 444 S. Wadsworth Blvd. in Lakewood. Let me know you’re planning to be there so we’re sure to connect. Contact www.DrLorieGose.com or 303-500-2340. GOLDEN GATE Community Grange, 25201 Golden Gate Canyon Road, has meetings
at 7 p.m. the second Friday of the month. Activities include yoga, dances, eggmania, special wildlife programs, holiday craft fair. Grange hall available for rental for weddings, parties, reunions, etc. Call Rich Phillips at 303-277-1933 or go to www. goldengategrange.com. New members welcome.
HEARTPULSE GAIN new understandings about health, wholeness and healing options. Each session contains an educational component, energy exercises and meditations. HeartPULSE meets 7-9 p.m. every first Friday at The Cloisters, 2103 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood; cost is $10. Email heartpulse@att.net. SOUTH JEFFCO Rotary Club meets at 7:15 a.m. Fridays at Fox Hollow Golf Course, 13410 W. Morrison Road, Lakewood. Contact Bruce at 303-919-3741. SATURDAYS COLORADO CITIZENS for Peace meets 10:30-11:30 a.m. every Saturday at the intersections of West 52nd and Wadsworth Boulevard to try to bring an end to THE WARS. Signs will be furnished for those who do not have them. Contact Cindy Lowry at 303-431-1228 or waylonthecat.lowry@yahoo.com. MEDITATION CLASSES Various styles of meditation will be explored 9:30-10:30 a.m. each Saturday at PranaTonic, 807 14th St., Golden. We’ll begin with a short introduction to meditation and what to expect followed by a meditation period of 3040 minutes and time at the end for group discussion. Call 303-274-5733. Visit www. PranaTonic.com. ROCKY MOUNTAIN Shipwrights is a wood ship modeling club that meets at 9:30 a.m. the third Saturday of each month at Rockler’s Woodworking and Hardware Store, 2553 S. Colorado Blvd. in Denver. The club also has a workshop at 9:30 a.m. the first Saturday of the month at the Arvada City Hall, 8101 Ralston Road, where we work on our models and get help from experienced modellers. Go to www.rockymountainshipwrights.org for information. SUNDAYS
FOOTHILLS MUSIC Teachers Association meets 9:30 a.m. to noon the third Wednesday of each month. FMTA is a local group of independent music teachers, affiliated with Colorado State Music Teachers Association and Music Teachers National Association. Call Kathy at 303-988-9565.
FREE WALTZ/POLKA lessons Polka Lover Klubs, Denver Kickers, 16776 W. 50th Ave. in Golden, meets 3-7 p.m. Sundays. Live music. Beautiful dance floor. Admission $4 members, $6 nonmembers. Annual membership $15. Contact Leo at 720-232-0953 or leoincolorado@gmail.com.
MUSIC TEACHERS Association Suburban Northwest meets 9:30 a.m. to noon the first Wednesday of the month at Community in Christ Church, 12229 W. 80th Ave., Arvada. Meetings are open to the public and include refreshments, business meeting and program featuring music teaching professionals from around the state lecturing on the latest teaching developments.
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group in Arvada has openings for women who can commit to a weekly morning meeting. Limited to one business per category. Call for available openings, 303-438-6783, or go online to info@OurConnection.org.
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COMMUNITY COFFEE Join Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp on the fourth Thursday of each month to talk about issues that are important to you. Community Coffee will be 7-8 a.m. at La Dolce Vita, Ice Cream Room, 5756 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada; and from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Panera Bread, 10450 Town Center Drive, Westminster.
ARVADA SUNRISE Rotary Club meets 7-8 a.m. Tuesdays at The Arvada Centre For The Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. for a breakfast meeting. Come join us as our guest and learn about our community service projects and what Rotary does in the world to help people.
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Saturday, Jan. 17, at Trollheim Sons of Norway Lodge, 6610 W. 14th Ave., Lakewood. Reservations are available for a 1 p.m. or a 5 p.m. seating. Call 303-989-4496 for cost and reservations. Seating is limited.
DISCUSSION GROUPS Covenant Village hosts Wednesdays at 2 p.m. This series of monthly events features expert speakers on a wide variety of educational and entertaining topics. Please plan to attend one, several or all of our programs, held at 9153 Yarrow St. in Westminster. Admission is free, but seating is limited. Call 303-403-2205 for driving directions and to reserve your place. Come early for refreshments; fellowship lectures begin at 2 p.m. To learn more about the residency options and lifestyle at Covenant Village of Colorado, call us at 303-424-4828. ESL CLASSES — Covenant Presbyterian Church, 6100 W. 44th St. in Wheat Ridge, is sponsoring a free series of English as a Second Language classes for adults 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday nights. These classes will emphasize a conversational method of instruction. Beginner through advanced classes are offered. You may register on any Thursday night. For directions or more information, call the church at 410-442-5800 or go to our
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN Church Choir meets at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The choir assists in Concordia’s traditional worship service three out of four Sundays per month. The church is at 13371 W. Alameda Parkway in Lakewood (the church nestled close to Green Mountain). If you have a desire to sing and are interested in joining, please contact Joan at joan@concordialcms.org or 303-989-5260. DANCE CLUB — Blue Nova Dance Club meets 2:30-4:30 p.m. on the first and third Sundays every month at the Wheat Ridge Grange, 3850 High Court in Wheat Ridge. For more information or dance lessons, contact Dave at 303-578-6588 or email BlueNova. RoundDanceClub@gmail.com. MUSIC PERFORMANCES Patrice LeBlanc performs on keyboard and vocals 6-9 p.m. every Friday and Saturday at Purple Ginger Asian Fusion Restaurant, 2610 Youngfield St. Call 303-237-1133 for more information. SINGERS NEEDED The Troubadours Choir is looking for a director and new members. This is a volunteer choir, comprised mostly of seniors. The Troubadours meet at 9 a.m. every Friday at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 45th and Wadsworth. For more information, call Gary at 303-477-1380. SYMPHONY AUDITIONS The Lakewood Symphony is holding auditions for concertmaster (includes an honorarium), principal viola (includes an honorarium) and all section strings. Also, we are auditioning for subs in other sections. Rehearsals are 7:30-10 p.m. Tuesdays, September through May, at Green Mountain United Methodist Church; concerts are at the Lakewood Cultural Center. Call 303-980-0400 for requirements, appointment and further information. WEEKLY MUSIC Jazz @ the Creek is every first Wednesday of the month at Living Water Unity, 59th and Vance in Olde Town Arvada. Shows start at 7:30 p.m. Come listen to an hour of great jazz. For more information, call 720-935-4000 or email livingwaterunity@comcast.net. Clubs continues on Page 11
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'TIS THE SEASON FOR SKATING The Rink at Belmar is one of the area’s biggest holiday traditions. The rink is open throughout the season for skaters of all ages. Photo by Clarke Reader
Messages to home ICCS clients send videos to children By Clarke Reader
creader@colorado communitymedia.com Spending time with family is one of the reasons that so many look forward to the holidays — but not everyone has that opportunity. Some of the female ex-offenders in the Lakewood Intervention Community Correction Services (ICCS) have the opportunity to read to their children via DVDs thanks to the Community Educational Outreach (CEO) Read To Me Program. “We started the program with women reading books to their children on a tape recorder and we’d send the tape along with the book,” said CEO director of operations Vanessa Montano. “We thought we’d go with DVDs because they’re more personal — many of our clients don’t get to see their children very often.” According to CEO executive director Dory Dannettell, CEO has worked with ICCS since 2003 and plays a key role in helping the residents with educational and employment needs. They work to bring the
ex-offenders the kinds of classes needed to receive a GED and to find steady employment. “We work to help create resumes, do mock-interviews and give them the skills they need to be successful when they’re done here,” Dannettell said. “The people who have made it through the program have found that it makes a huge difference.” Greg Kildow, executive director of ICCS, said there is a lot of oversight for the women staying at the Lakewood location, and that its one of the few “halfway house” locations that was specifically designed for community corrections. “Many of the clients are sentenced here directly from the courts or are working toward a parole situation,” he said. “Many of the people we work with have mental health issues and substance abuse issues they need to work through.” In the Read To Me program, mothers were able to record themselves reading books to their children, which will be sent to them for the holidays. “I really like this because I’m able to send this video to my son, since he likes reading,” said ICCS client Tiffany Howe. “I want him to know I’m still there and think about him. I really enjoy his interested in school and reading.”
Desiree, a client at ICCS in Lakewood, reads a book to her children on camera. CEO will send the videos to the clients’ families as part of their Read To Me program. Photo by Clarke Reader For Christina Luna, the Read To Me program is an opportunity to reach out to her three children and show them she is still invested in how they are doing. “My kids really love reading, and the
love mom being involved,” she said. “Reading for the camera I was a little nervous at first but I ended up really liking it.” For more information, visit www.ceocolorago.org.
Rocky Mountain water New partnership donates funds to protect forests By Clarke Reader
creader@colorado communitymedia.com One of the key ingredients in MillerCoors beers is the famous clear mountain water. On Dec. 16 the company joined with PepsiCo and the Wells Fargo Foundation to ensure that water will be protected for millions of Colorado residents. The three organizations announced they will donate $1 million to The Nature Conservancy to protect the Front Range forests, which in turn protect a clean water source for the state. “The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect that land and waters that all life depends on,” said Heidi Sherk, The Nature Conservancy interim state director of Colorado. “The Conservan-
cy works with partners to find solutions that benefit both people and nature.” On hand for the announcement were representatives from the three organizations, who highlighted the importance of protecting the state’s water supply. “This is not just a place where we do business — the Front Range forests are part of our heritage,” said Tom Long, MillerCoors CEO. “The forests catch the winter snowpack and supply water for more than two-thirds of Colorado’s population. We need to ensure we have safe, clean drinking water.” Megan Smith, PepsiCo North America Beverages director of sustainability, said simple acts often lead to big changes and this corporate partnership will have a huge positive effect for Colorado. Previous year’s droughts and forest fires have left more than 6 million acres of the state’s forest
at risk for large wildfires, and 1.5. million of those acres are in the Front Range area, according to information provided by MillerCoors. The donation will help The Nature Conservancy design, implement and measure progress on several forest restoration projects over the next three years in the Front Range, including thinning trees, removing dry vegetation and conducting prescribed burns. John Stulp, special policy adviser to Gov. John Hickenlooper on water, said these kinds of projects are needed to protect forests and watersheds that so many depend on. “We need to expand and amplify the impact of what we do and increase the scale and scope of our work,” Sherk said. “These funds will help us to restore forest resilience. We need our forests and right now, our forests need us.”
Pete Coors spoke about the importance of protecting Colorado’s water sources at the announcement that MillersCoors, PepsiCo and Wells Fargo will donate $1 million to The Nature Conservancy. Photo by Clarke Reader
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ARIES (Mar 21 to Apr 19) Your love of the holidays creates a special bond between you and the people in your life. Use this as a way of building stronger relationships that will carry over well beyond this time. TAURUS (Apr 20 to May 20) A new approach could go a long way toward resolving a painful estrangement, especially at this holiday time. And since your aspects favor friendship this week, why not go ahead and try it? GEMINI (May 21 to Jun 20) Your positives continue to dominate, and any negative factors that squeeze in can be dealt with easily. The secret is to tackle them at once and not allow them to benefit by your neglect.
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CANCER (Jun 21 to Jul 22) Good news: A colleague’s remarks could help you move toward ultimately resolving that persistent workplace situation. Meanwhile, enjoy the holidays with loved ones. LEO (Jul 23 to Aug 22) No one reflects the bright holiday more than all you Leos and Leonas who love the shimmer and glimmer of the season. P.S.: There just might be a very special something from Santa. VIRGO (Aug 23 to Sept 22) Celebrate the holidays by being more receptive to new experiences. Overriding the Virgo reluctance to try new things could be the best gift you’ve given yourself in a long while. LIBRA (Sept 23 to Oct 22) Good news about a loved one makes the holidays even more festive. Expect some unexpected gifts, so be prepared with a few nicely wrapped packages of goodies to offer in return. SCORPIO (Oct 23 to Nov 21) The holiday season provides an opportunity to meet new people, some of whom you might even consider “worthy” enough to join the Scorpio’s select group of friends. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 to Dec 21) You always bring your own wonderful sparkle and light to the holidays, and don’t be surprised if this year someone special reaches out to respond to your warmth in kind. CAPRICORN (Dec 22 to Jan 19) Togetherness is the dominant theme for the Goat’s holiday celebrations this year. That means reaching out to bring everyone you care for into your very own special circle of light. AQUARIUS (Jan 20 to Feb 18) A reminder of a very special moment from the past makes the holidays more memorable for the romantic Aquarian. New friendships hold the promise of a romantic future as well. PISCES (Feb 19 to Mar 20) Getting into the swim of things for all you party-loving Pisceans is easy enough this holiday season. And, of course, you can expect to impress people wherever you go. BORN THIS WEEK: Your dedication brings you the success you strive for, and your generosity impels you to reach out and help others on their way up. © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Undrafted Harris now paid like elite cornerback Bronco making quarterbacks pay in breakout year By Pat Graham Associated Press
The photo emblazoned on the front of Chris Harris Jr.’s navy sweat shirt was a tribute to his favorite Denver Broncos cornerback: himself, of course. And the “No fly zone” caption underneath the image was fitting, too, since his side of the field has certainly become restricted air space, with quarterbacks shying away from him. Still, Harris’ cover skills fly under the radar, hardly mentioned in the same breath as other elite defensive backs around the league. But he certainly got paid like one in mid-December when the Broncos rewarded him with a five-year contract extension worth $42.5 million. That’s actually a hometown discount for an organization that took a chance on the undrafted college free agent out of Kansas in 2011. Had Harris hit free agency in the offseason, he would’ve earned more. Just ask him. “I definitely could have gotten more off the open market,’’ laughed the 25-year-old Harris, who had his wife and infant daughter in the audience Dec. 15 at a news conference to announce his extension. “I know that, we all know that, but it’s not all about money at the end of the day. It’s about being happy, and I’m satisfied.” Well, satisfied everywhere but on the field, anyway. Because he plays with an attitude after going undrafted, which he thinks is the root cause as to why he doesn’t receive as much recognition as, say, a Richard Sherman or a Darrelle Revis or even his teammate, in Denver and at Kansas, Aqib Talib. This could be the season where Harris gains more notoriety, though, possibly make his first Pro Bowl team. He’s having that kind of year for the AFC West champion Broncos, with three interceptions and a team-leading 15 passes defended in limited chances through the first 14 games. “I always thought once you get your contract, I think that’s when the accolades and all that stuff comes,” said Harris, the protege of recently retired and future Hall of Famer Champ Bailey. “But I think people are still going to see me as an underrated player just because of my size and the way I came into the league. “That’s just something where I know my whole career I’m going to have to deal with that.” Broncos boss John Elway certainly saw something in him. And after only a handful of practices, too. “He stood out and I said, `We have something here,’ Elway recounted. “Since he’s been here, he’s shown what he can do.” Especially last season, when he turned in a standout campaign before tearing his left ACL in the Broncos’ divisional playoff against the Chargers. He watched the Super Bowl from the sideline and then underwent surgery. He was back in less than seven months. Hasn’t missed a step, either. “Chris just has something in his head and his heart. He don’t like to lose,” Talib said. “He’s one of the most competitive guys I’ve ever come across in my life.” “The Broncos have now made quite an investment in their secondary, locking up Harris and Talib to the tune of nearly $100 million. A hefty price, but necessary in this quarterback-savvy league. “The passing game’s a big part of the game right now and so you can’t have enough good cover guys,’’ Elway said. “To be able to have two guys like we have in Aqib and now Chris under contract, it’s very, very important.” Next up for Elway is working out deals for receiver Demaryius Thomas and tight end Julius Thomas. Looming on the horizon is hybrid linebacker Von Miller as well. “We’re hoping that we can get everybody,’’ Elway said. “It’s never going to be easy, but Chris was the target to start with and we were thankful to get that done, so we hope that we can continue to do that and keep this team together. “I’m happy for guys like Chris. I’m happy for him because he’s the type of guy you want around, a great competitor, tough. It just gives him confidence to know what we think of him but also know that he’s got that ability to step up and be that kind of leader.” AP Pro Football Writer Arnie Stapleton contributed to this report.
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Pro-Active Sewer & Drain | Phil Gallegos, Owner/Technician
proactivesewer@gmail.com | (720) 545-5034 | www.proactiveseweranddrain.com Thank you for the opportunity to serve the Golden community, a city I am proud to live and work in. We are a professional resource for sewer line inspections, utility locating and sewer and drain line cleaning. We strive to provide a top notch customer experience and are eager to provide a WOW experience. We strive to gain an excellent reputation in order to obtain repeat and referral customers and a long term business relationship with our clients. Respectfully, Phil Gallegos
Keller Williams: Brian Dixon
comelivewhereyouplay@gmail.com | (720) 429-1626 www.comelivewhereyouplay.com Brian Dixon with Keller Williams is the “Live Where You Play Guy,” a lifestyle Realtor in the outdoor mecca of Golden, Colorado. Not your typical agent, Dixon, as he is known to friends and clients, promotes active living by combining his lifelong passion for the outdoors with his exceptional customer service as a real estate veteran. Dixon specializes, and relishes in, trailside and open space homes for his outdoor enthusiast clients. He is still riding and running Golden area trails going on twenty three years. Real estate is not his only licensure though. Turns out “Powder-hound” can also be a designation. Dixon is an AASI certified snowboard instructor at Winter Park Resort. If you are ready to live where you play and match your home with your outdoor lifestyle, Contact Brian Dixon with Keller Williams Advantage.
JOiN US! (EvERYONE iS WELCOME) January 13th from 4 – 6p
Tin Star Smokehouse’s One Year Anniversary Open House & Ribbon Cutting (Photo at 5:30p) 16400 S Golden Road, Golden | www.TinStarSmokehouse.com Tin Star has made its mark in the Golden Community by offering mouth-watering BBQ, sides and excellent customer service. Come celebrate with them on their one year anniversary.
January 15th from 11a – 1:30p
Golden Chamber Annual Meeting (At the Golden Hotel, 800 - 11th Street) We’ll celebrate the Golden Chamber’s 95th Anniversary, vote on board members, review 2014 and preview 2015. Please register by calling Marlo at 303.279.3113 or registering at www.goldenCOchamber.org.
January 22nd from 11:30a – 1p
Lunch & Learn Workshop – Strategic Planning and Thinking (Golden Visitors Center) This workshop will focus on Strategic Planning using an Organizational Excellence model and will be facilitated by Thomas E. Norlund, owner ofTenor Global Consulting Group, Inc. $10 includes lunch. RSVP at www.goldenCOchamber.org or jayne@goldencochamber.org.
January 22nd from 4-6p
Body & Balance Ribbon Cutting & Wellness Center Open House (Photo at 5:30p) 755 Heritage Rd. #110, Golden | www.bodyinbalancechiropractic.com Enjoy tours, demonstrations, and refreshments. In February 2014, Drs. Scott and Leah Hahn, D.C., F.I.C.P.A. of Body In Balance Chiropractic overhauled their practice to become Body In Balance Wellness Center. Both Dr. Scott and Dr. Leah graduated with honors from Northwestern Health Sciences University. Drs. Scott and Leah Hahn first began strictly as a Chiropractic office, and have grown tremendously over the years due to patient demand and their success in approaching health from a wellness standpoint rather than sickness. Wellness is deeply rooted in their lives, and consequently, they’ve expanded their services to now include: Chiropractic, massage therapy, nutritional and weight-loss counseling, personalized-fitness training, and many other services. This wellness approach has led to the inclusion of the 8 Weeks to Wellness® program for which the doctors are uniquely qualified. Looking at the two of them, you would know instantly that they “practice what they preach.” Both are articulate and energetic. They resonate wellness and promise the same results for their patients through motivation and instruction. They are happily married with one healthy, well “adjusted” child.
A NOTE FROM DAWN Think. Plan. Implement. Analyze. Adjust. Repeat. This is typically my approach to strategic planning, and I am one of those people who absolutely delights in this process. Your Golden Chamber Board of Directors is working diligently on many things, one of which is a strategic plan. We look forward to sharing it with you when the process is complete in March. Do you have a strategic plan for your business? Is this the time of year you love embrace? Or would rather ignore it? To help get you started we are offering a workshop, Strategic Planning and Thinking, on January 22nd from 11:30a – 1p, presented by Thomas E. Norlund of Tenor Global Consulting Group, Inc. I hope you can join us! (Call Jayne for details at 303.279.3113 or find them at GoldenCOchamber.org) This year the Golden Chamber celebrates its 95th Anniversary. How exciting! Your Chamber staff is standing by to help connect you to resources, and to simply cheer you on. Contact us today. Happy New Year, Happy Strategic Planning, and here’s to a prosperous 2015 for our business community!
Happy Holidays to you and yours! May 2015 be a prosperous, healthy, fun, adventure-filled year! All Good Wishes, Dawn Smith dawn@goldenCOChamber.org | 303.279.3113
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Remax Alliance – Dawn Kempf Dawn Kempf (303) 908-2909 | cosunrise@msn.com Real Estate Pro-Active Sewer & Drain Phillip Gallegos (720) 545-5034 | proactivesewer@gmail.com Sewage and Drainage Services Young Life Olly Summers (713) 305-6752 | ojsummers@yahoo.com Churches & Religious Organizations Longs Peak Financial Lynn Willener (720) 203-0945 | Lynn.Willener@LPFadvisor.com Financial Services Swim Otters Swim & Fitness School Kahy Nowak (303) 554-7946 | kathy@swimotters.com Child Development Mountains Taxi Don Bausch (303) 333-8294 | mountainstaxi@gmail.com Transportation
THANK YOU FOR YOUR MEMBERSHIP! Altitude Apartments Credit Union of Colorado Colorado Railroad Historical Foundation, inc. Peter Keppler, PC RE/MAX Alliance Real Estate – Joy Brandt The Silver Horse
WANT TO VOLUNTEER? We would be delighted to have you join our volunteer Team! Olde Golden Christmas Farmers’ Market Fine Arts Festival Chili Cook-Off & Beer Tasting Street Fairs Golden visitors Center And more!
Log onto the volunteer page at www.GoldenCOchamber.org or call Carol Ann at 303.279.3113 today!