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Jeffco Open Space debate continues About 200 residents attend public meeting By Sara Van Cleve
svancleve@ourcoloradonews.com When Jefferson County Open Space hosted another public meeting about Crown Hill Park changes, there was one strong message from many residents — don’t change anything. During the public meeting April 30, Jefferson County Open Space updated residents on the current plans — which include nixing the “Nature Place” play are for children — and released the results of a voluntary survey that 1,223 residents took. The survey asked residents if the “Nature Place” play area was desirable and the response was 75 percent no and 22 percent yes. Following these results, Jeffco Open
Space decided not to pursue the play area. Jefferson County Open Space Director Tom Hoby said there are three givens for improvements at the park though — trail restoration, which is nearing completion, replacing the restrooms to make them usable year-around and removing the current fitness equipment. The survey, though, asked residents if they want to see the equipment replaced and, of those that answered the question, it was split directly down the middle. The other survey question that was less than five percent different for yes and no was the construction of a pergola, or shade structure, with 47 percent yes and 44 percent no. Hoby then introduced two compromise alternatives for each issue. The first alternative for the shade structure is to use the one that already exists and add an additional one, making two, 12-foot by 12-foot shelters with additional trees
planted around them. The second shade alternative is a semicircle trellis that would have 40 percent of the footprint of the first alternative and could be seasonally covered to provide more shade. The first alternative for replacing the fitness equipment was to reclaim four of the eight spots for nature and put four benches in place at the other four locations, which would allow for stretching and sitting. The other alternative is to replace half of the equipment stations with new, plastic equipment and let nature reclaim the other half. During the question and answer session about the options, a resident asked if public opinion is split 50-50 on whether or not to do something, is there a third option or do nothing, to which much of the crowd cheered. “I understand there is a lot of people in the room that support that notion,”
Hoby said. “The question for us is how do we honor the folks who said they wanted something.” After hearing the alternatives, about 200 residents broke up into small groups to discuss the options and rate them. Many groups created their own third option though — do nothing and keep Crown Hill the way it is. Though there was support from citizens’ groups for the trellis, the majority of groups said they wanted nothing to change. Group support for the replacement of fitness equipment with new plastic equipment and just removing the old equipment and reclaiming all of the sites was nearly equal. “To me, keeping the animals there or helping the birds stay there is more important than building a lot of structures and putting down concrete,” said Evelyn Crown continues on Page 19
State closer to taxing Web sales Measure portrayed as move toward fairness By Vic Vela
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The first civil union issued from the Jeffco Clerk and Recorder’s office on May 1 went to Tana Trujillo, left, and Jennifer Whitton of Lakewood. Photo by Glenn Wallace
Couples joined with civil union licenses By Glenn Wallace
gwallace@ourcoloradonews. com Even a springtime snowstorm did not keep 17 same-sex couples from making it into Jefferson County offices on May 1 to receive their license for a Civil Union. The county motor vehicle offices, along with the clerk and recorder office, are the only places to acquire a civil union or marriage license. The first couple to get a civil union in the state went to the
Arvada Motor Vehicle office. The first Civil Union license seekers were reportedly from the Arvada Motor Vehicle office, shortly before 8 a.m. At 8:05 a.m. Jennifer Whitton and Tana Trujillo of Lakewood walked into the county Clerk and Recorder’s office for a Civil Union license. Employees of the office applauded the couple. “My name’s already (printed) on there, but I would be honored to sign that,” Jeffco Clerk and Recorder Pamela Anderson said. Anderson’s signature is
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printed on every civil union/ marriage license because that’s one of her duties as an elected official. She offered to sign the first Civil Union license in person. The couple accepted. “We got married in Vermont two and a half years ago,” Whitton said. While Whitton said the civil union did not change their relationship, it would afford them more legal protection, and simplify future issues, particularly concerning their unborn child. “This is amazing,” Trujillo said. “I grew up here and didn’t think for a million years that this would happen. This used to be something that you didn’t even talk about.” District 2 County Commissioner Casey Tighe also stopped by the Clerk and Recorder’s office, and congratulated the couple. Barbara Adams and Jennifer Foster were second in line to get a license. The pair said they would celebrate with a small
ceremony at their church in Arvada. Foster said the pair had questioned whether to bother with the civil union though. “It’s still not marriage. It’s still not federal rights,” said Foster, who is a federal employee, and unable to extend her benefits to Adams. The state bill that grants the right of Civil Union for gay and lesbian couples was signed into law by Gov. John Hickenlooper on March 21. A similar bill was blocked by some Republicans during the 2012 legislative season. May 1 was the first day for the new Civil Union license to be available. The bill represented a major shift from the state’s past — a voter referendum in 2006 made gay marriage illegal as part of the state constitution. Boulder and Denver counties held midnight license events, and 199 couples had obtained their civil unions before the sun came up.
Colorado is a step closer to being able to collect Internet sales taxes following a vote in the state Senate on May 6. House Bill 1295 readies the state for the federal Marketplace Fairness Act, which would allow states to tax Internet sales, providing the legislation is approved by the federal government. Internet retailers like Amazon.com would pay taxes to a central collection point. Retailers would pay the taxes directly to the state, which would then funnel revenues to local governments. Representatives for local businesses testified at legislative committee hearings that it’s unfair that online retailers are not required to collect sales taxes. “This is about fairness to our tax system, making sure that the brick and mortar stores don’t have a disadvantage to the online remote sellers,” said House Speaker Mark Ferrandino, D-Denver, a bill sponsor. Ferrandino noted that mega-retailers like Amazon.com and Walmart support the legislation. Sales tax revenue collected through the bill is expected to pump more than $73 million into the state’s general fund in its first year of implementation. Congress needs to pass the Marketplace Fairness Act in order for states like Colorado to collect taxes from out-of-state retailers. The Supreme Court ruled states cannot force retailers to pay taxes if they do not have an actual physical presence in the state, unless Congress changes the law. In Quill Corp. v. North Dakota, the Supreme Court ruled in 1992 that a business must have a physical presence in a state for that state to require it to collect sales taxes. However, the court explicitly stated that Congress can overrule the decision through legislation. President Barack Obama has indicated he would support the legislation if passed by Congress. Under the proposed legislation, out-ofstate retailers with fewer than $1 million in annual sales would be exempt from the federal act. The Colorado bill passed the Senate on a 21-14 vote, after having previously passed the House on a 37-23 vote.
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Pot debate finally lives up to billing For much of the legislative session, there was one thought that would enter into my mind, perhaps more than any other: This marijuana stuff is pretty boring. Seriously. For a drug that’s capable of making everyday experiences pretty interesting for a whole lot of people out there — and can make those old Allman Brothers vinyls sound even sweeter — for the most part, covering the Legislature’s attempts to regulate the newly legalized retail pot industry had been quite the snooze fest. So, thank goodness for the last few weeks of the legislative session, which produced a slew of pot activity — including some profound philosophical debates over the regulation of the drug — that managed to put the “Wee!� back in “weed.� But things surrounding the implementation of Amendment 64 — the voter-approved measure that legalizes recreational marijuana use — sure did start out slow this legislative session. There were committees after committees after committees, many of which started at 7:30 in the morning. Ugh! And from those hearings emerged super-exciting terms like “vertical integration�; “excise tax�; “egress�; “ingress.� But, I digress. Thankfully, the last couple of weeks of legislative pot talk made up for all of the months of boring regulatory language, trite marijuana puns and overused Cheetos references. Thoroughly entertaining debates over how to tax the drug and where people should be allowed to congregate to smoke it emerged at sessions’ end. And the political lines over those issues
became about as blurred as highway lines might appear to a stoner on his way home from a String Cheese Incident show at Red Rocks. “It’s been all over the place,� said Rep. Jonathan Singer, D-Longmont, in a recent interview. Singer was the sponsor of House Bill 1318, which puts in place an Amendment 64 taxation model. Singer said it was “refreshing� to see that debates over marijuana knew no political boundaries. “Ninety percent of the folks here have this really open mind about it, like, `So, what do you think?’,� Singer said. “And my answer is, `I don’t know, what do you think?’ And were figuring it out together.� Breaking news: Republicans don’t like taxes. And they, like many people, don’t like drugs. So what was fascinating to observe over the last couple of weeks of the session was members of the Grand Old Party arguing in favor of lowering tax rates on retail marijuana sales. Their argument was sound — they didn’t want the drug taxed too high, out of fear that the black market would benefit. But the irony is that the end result of lowering taxes on marijuana makes it cheaper for people to buy drugs! That irony was
not lost on Singer. “The traditional conservative argument for less taxes kind of steps in the way for the traditional conservative argument for less drugs. So, how do we balance that?� Singer said. “Same thing on the progressive side. There’s people on that side worried about social factors of drug addiction and the social factors of incarcerating people because of drugs. “It’s a little off kilter.� You can say that again. Case in point was a fascinating debate in the Senate over whether the state should allow the existence of marijuana clubs, where people could have a common place to enjoy the drug, like “Cheers� for pot smokers. Wouldn’t you like to get away? This issue sure made for some strange political bedfellows. Sen. Pat Steadman, D-Denver, joined forces with Sen. Greg Brophy, R-Wray, to propose an amendment to one of the marijuana regulation bills, that would have treated marijuana clubs like cigar bars — only they wouldn’t be allowed to actually buy the drugs there, just smoke them. Sen. Vicki Marble, R-Fort Collins, argued in favor of Steadman’s amendment — which, now that I think about it, could very well be the first time that a Colorado legislative reporter has ever written that sentence. Awesome! “The last thing you want them to do is to hang out in a back alley and smoke it,� Marble said on the Senate floor recently. Democratic Sens. Cheri Jahn of Wheat Ridge and Gail Schwartz of Snowmass opposed the pot club amendment, along with Sen. Larry Crower, a Republican from Alamosa. “Kool-Aid is legal, but do we need
Vic Vela is the legislative reporter for Colorado Community Media. Email Vic at: vvela@ourcoloradonews.com. Also, follow Vic’s legislative updates on Twitter: @ VicVela1
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a place to drink Kool-Aid?� Crowder quipped during a recent Senate debate. “If you want to go to a party that has it, then go ahead and smoke it.� See what I mean? Pretty cool, eh? “The political lines are blurred, in some sense, in the Republican caucus (on this issue),� said Rep. Bob Gardner, R-Colorado Springs, in a recent interview. “This topic cuts across party lines and philosophic lines that are really complex.� By the time this column hits Colorado Community Media’s papers, the General Assembly should have already wrapped up work on the implementation of Amendment 64 regulations. Jahn said she’s learned a lot about marijuana over the course of the session. “I know more about this than I thought Sen. C I ever wanted to know,� Jahn told me. Clarke “Who would’ve thought? However, if you really look back at over the last five or 10 years, you could really see it’s been moving this way and the attitudes in Colorado and through the country have really changed.� That may be true. But legislators like Gardner — who opposed Amendment 64 — would just as soon be talking about something else. “I’ve heard more marijuana testimony than I have on any other subject in the General Assembly,� Gardner said. “That is astounding to me. I never thought it was something that was a good use of our time, but we have no choice.�
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Sen. Cheri Jahn leads the discussion on Amendment 64 at the monthly Lakewood legislative group meeting. Photo by Clarke Reader
Lakewood legislative group examines Amendment 64 Monthly meeting discusses pot taxes, bill implementation By Clarke Reader
creader@ourcoloradonews.com Amendment 64 and its effects on both the state and local level was the topic of discussion by lawmakers and experts at the May Lakewood legislative meeting. Reps. Brittany Pettersen (D-House Dist. 28) and Max Tyler (D-House Dist. 23) and Sen. Andy Kerr (D-Sen. Dist. 22) were on hand to discuss some of the bills related to marijuana that they had come across, but the meeting was led by Sen. Cheri Jahn (D-Sen. Dist. 20) who was assigned to the Amendment 64 task force when the amendment passed. “We have some experts here today, and though I feel like an expert because I’ve been working on this for so long, I’m still going through the process on the Amendment,” Jahn said. “Part of our focus is we really have to educate people on the difference between state and federal laws. We don’t want the federal government coming to Colorado, so we need to do this really thoughtfully.” Of particular focus in the discussion was HB-1318, which refers a ballot measure to voters that would apply a 15 percent excise tax on wholesale marijuana and a 10 percent sales tax on retail sales. If passed, the measure would be on the ballot in November. Christian Sederberg, a lawyer who works on medical marijuana and drug policy,
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Mental health bill on way to governor Je Hickenlooper requested action in wake of Aurora shootings By Vic Vela
vvela@ourcoloradonews.com A bill that will pump nearly $20 million into the creation of a statewide mental health crisis response system is on its way to the desk of Gov. John Hickenlooper. Senate Bill 266, which was a major funding priority for Hickenlooper this legislative
session, passed the House on May 6, following a bipartisan vote of 44-21. It had already cleared the Senate. Sen. Linda Newell, D-Littleton, called the bill “historic legislation.� “When it comes to mental health funding in Colorado, we have never funded it appropriately,� Newell said during a recent Senate debate. “I honestly believe this bill will save lives.� The bill creates a 24-hour mental health hotline system and sets up five walk-in crisis service centers around the state. Mobile and residential crisis services also would be available under the bill. The legislation also creates a public in-
formation campaign to raise awareness of mental health services and needs. The bill directs the Department of Human Services to set up a request-for-proposal process that will lead to a coordinated mental health crisis system. The bill was the result of a call by Hickenlooper in December to revamp the state’s mental health system, an effort by the governor that was sparked by last year’s Aurora theater shootings. Bill sponsors say the legislation finally allows the state to pump money back into an underfunded mental health system, which took a big hit during the 2002 recession, said Rep. Tracy KraftTharp, D-Arvada, a bill sponsor.
“We have never been able to bring fund-By G gwal ing back up to the 2002 level,� Kraft-Tharp said. “That’s why making mental health a Pr priority to redesign and strengthen our sysApril tem is the right thing to do.� Although the bill received bipartisanBudg support in both legislative chambers, manythe J miss Republicans opposed the effort. Sen. Kevin Lundberg, R-Berthoud, saidcusse the bill sets up a “statewide control system�the of mental health resources, which he be-year’ Ad lieves is better dealt with at the local level. will “I believe it is setting up a new path for mental health management, and that is:fisca We’re gonna do it at the state level,� Lund- Th $468 berg said. the s she a most budg coun inclu budg head miss sorti proje
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und-By Glenn Wallace gwallace@ourcoloradonews.com harp lth a Preliminary meetings began in sysApril between Jefferson County Budget Director Tina Caputo and tisan the Jeffco Board of County Commany missioners, where they have discussed general budget policy and said the timeline for assembling next tem” year’s budget. e beAdoption of next year’s budget vel. will take place in December. The h for fiscal year begins Jan. 1 at is: The 2013 budget, which totaled und$468 million, may just be entering the second quarter, but Caputo said she already had several questions, mostly about process and general budget policy, that she wanted county commissioner direction on, including whether to hold strategic budget meetings with department heads, and whether to let the commissioners do more of the early sorting of capital improvement project planning.
In discussions so far, the three commissioners — District 1 Commissioner Faye Griffin, District 2 Commissioner Casey Tighe, and District 3 Commissioner Donald Rosier — seemed to prefer a blended approach on both topics. Information-only meetings, designed to give each department an overview of the county’s finances are to be set up for later this year. “It’s important to get all the information in front of everyone, to make sure they feel it’s open and transparent,” District 3 Commissioner Don Rosier said at the April 24 budget discussion meeting. Rosier added that he would not want to see those meetings extend into budget decision-making though. On the question of capital improvement projects, the commission decided to request copies of all county project proposals as they are submitted by different departments, while still asking the bud-
ON THE RECORD The Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners took the following action during its April 30 meeting. All three commission members — District 1 Commissioner Faye Griffin, District 2 Commissioner Casey Tighe, and District 3 Commissioner Donald Rosier — were in attendance.
Golden berm approved
The BCC unanimously approved a request from the City of Golden, granting an easement to construct an earthen berm near North Table Mountain Park, parallel to State Highway 93. The county’s Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Director Tom Hoby said Golden requested the berm to lower highway noise impact on nearby residents. The new topography would also help shield a new 10-foot-wide, multiuse trail that the city will build. Hoby said that the city would be responsible for the berm construction and maintenance, while the county would retain operational duties for the trail.
Adjustment of voting precinct boundary passes
The commissioners voted unanimously to approve a precinct boundary adjustment that had been proposed by the county clerk and recorder’s office.
After redrawing the lines, the change reduces the total number of precincts in Jeffco from 262 to 257. Prior to the change the county had 14 precincts with more than or nearly more than the state limit of 2,000 active registered voters. Eight other precincts had relatively low active voters. Jeffco Deputy of Elections Josh Liss told the BCC that one precinct had dipped as low as 300 active voters. The City of Lakewood proposed the realignment of three precincts to better align with the city’s adjusted Ward boundaries. The reduction in precinct polling places is expected to reduce the county’s election costs.
May declared Mental Health Month
The commission unanimously approved a proclamation declaring May to be Mental Health Month. The proclamation “calls upon all citizens to support increased awareness and understanding of mental health, provide appropriate and accessible services for all citizens, and make mental health a priority.” The next county commissioner meeting will be 8 a.m., Tuesday, May 7, in Hearing Room One, 100 Jefferson County Parkway. Compiled by Glenn Wallace
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get office and county management staff develop a recommendation list. “I wouldn’t mind seeing the whole list, since we end up hearing about them anyway,” District 1 Commissioner Faye Griffin said, also at the April 24 meeting. The early budget meetings revealed some good news. End-of-year accounting found the county overcharged some county departments for IT and facilities costs according to Caputo. Much of the reimbursed money ($3.1 million) will stay in the General Fund, but will be available to different departments to help offset 2013 costs. Among the bigger beneficiaries are Opens Space ($119,000), Social Services ($634,000), and libraries ($30,000). Future financial pressures look to be increasing for the county. Caputo told the commissioners that the early county budget projec-
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tions showed only a 2-percent rise in property tax revenue in coming years, and added that current budget projections looking five years and more into the future, still show zero pay increases for county employees, which she characterized as “unrealistic.” She said future budget meetings would contain preliminary reports on what pay increases for county employees would look like. In looking to increase revenue to maintain services, one topic that the county commissioners will have to decide upon is whether to increase county taxes up to the level they are already entitled to. The county mill levy is currently less than what the county government could collect, without voter approval. “Twenty-six million dollars seems like the gap between what we did collect and what we could collect,” if taxes were raised to the maximum in 2012, Caputo said.
Memorial held for fallen officers Recognition given to five officers who died in the line of duty in 2012 By Glenn Wallace
gwallace@ourcoloradonews.com The names of officers who died in the line of duty were added to the Colorado Law Enforcement Memorial on the morning of May 3. The ceremony was attended by nearly 300 family, friends and fellow law enforcement officers of the five officers who all died in the line of duty in 2012. Those honored were: s %NGLEWOOD 0OLICE $E tective Jeremy Bitner; s $ENVER 0OLICE /Fl CER Celina Hollis; s #OLORADO 3PRINGS 0O lice Officer Matthew Tyner;
s 0UEBLO #OUNTY 3HERIFF S Office Captain Leide William DeFusco; s ,AKEWOOD 0OLICE !GENT James Jeffery Davies. Family members of the fallen officers were given seats at the front of the ceremony. Several could be seen placing flowers at the base of the memorial after the ceremony. An additional 10 names were added to the memorial, based on historic research. The historic inclusions had death dates ranging from 1873 to 1966. In total, 250 names are now written on the memorial. James H. Davis, executive director of the Colorado Department of Public Safety, conducted the ceremony, held at the memorial, which is located in front of the Colorado State Patrol
headquarters in Golden. Davis said that it was hard for him to speak about the sacrifices made by those who died in the line of duty. “But this memorial is our duty, to serve and protect their memory,” Davis said. Davis added that the sacrifices of the surviving family members should also be remembered. Captains in the Denver, Colorado Springs, Lakewood and Englewood Police Departments, as well as Pueblo’s Sheriff, all placed wreaths at the base of the memorial in honor of the officers who died under their command. The ceremony included the singing of the national anthem, Lakewood Police Department Honor Guard provided a 21-gun salute, and a flock of white doves was released at the ceremony’s conclusion.
JEFFCO NEWS IN A HURRY Parks master plan input
Jeffco Parks has scheduled a series of meetings to hear from the public and to collect information that will be used in crafting a Parks Master Plan. The parks department has scheduled a series of public meetings to gather input on future plans for the Boettcher Mansion, CSU Extension in Jeffco, the fairgrounds and Open Space parks. The public will review maps, information and themes. A short presentation will be followed by group interaction. Meetings at the
Jeffco Fairgrounds, Jeffco Open Space and Boettcher Mansion include a tour the facilities. Public Input Opportunities: Thursday, May 16, 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., Jeffco Fairgrounds 15200 W. 6th Ave. Service Rd., Golden, CO 80401 Tuesday, May 21, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Coal Creek Canyon Community Center 31528 Colorado Highway 72, Golden, CO 80403 Wednesday, May 22, 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., Ken Caryl Ranch House 7676 S. Conti-
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Many great summer reads await You’ve got your summer all planned out? Weekends with family are starting to fill in between trips and festivals. You’ve got a few household chores planned, some exploring around town, a bit of a roadtrip, and plenty of dates with a cold one in the backyard. So what are you going to read this year? How about these great suggestions ...
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There are plenty of books due out this month that will whip you into shorts-andswimsuit season, including “Hungry Girl 200 Under 200� by Lisa Lillien, “No Bake Makery� by Cristina Suarez Krumsick, and “Fresh Happy Tasty: an Adventure in 100 Recipes� by Jane Coxwell, as well as new foodie books by Guy Fieri, the Batali Brothers, and Art Smith. May will bring new memoirs by Burt Bacharach; and the original MTV VJs. You’ll also find new novels by Neil Gaiman, Dean Koontz, Kimberla Lawson Roby, Walter Mosley, and Wanda E. Brunstetter.
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of the 50 states. There’s also a great book for dog-lovers coming up in June, as well as some fun crafts books, yummy cookbooks, and a new Dr. Who book.
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on more novels. Mary Kay Andrews has a new one coming out; so do Carl Hiaasen, Dorothea Benton Frank, Jeannette Walls, Barbara Delinsky, Marsha Clark, and James Patterson (with Howard Roughan). There’s a new bio on Willie, Waylon, and Kris Kristofferson scheduled for release this month. Jen Lancaster comes out with another great book. You’ll also find biographies by farmer Mardi Jo Link, and a new book about President Obama. Historians will love June’s offerings: a book on the 1936 Berlin Olympics; one about the wives of early astronauts; a book about the Revolutionary War; and a book about American prosperity in each
Summer might be halfway over, but the parade of new books is NOT! Jump into July with a new novel by Laurell K. Hamilton, Jude Devereaux, or Karin Slaughter. Then work your way through the month with others by Catherine Coulter, Chuck Klosterman, Iris Johansen, Chris Bohjalian, Carole Radizwell, Zane, and Danielle Steele. There are a lot of books for self-improvement coming out this month: one on dating, one on mating, some on making your life better, and a humorous book on epic fails in life and love. You’ll also find some great summertime cookbooks in July, too. Look for a new book about Orson Welles; a book for new teachers; a rockin’ new book on the Rolling Stones; and some fun new crossword puzzle books.
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You might be winding down your summertime, but the books keep on coming‌ Look for last-minute-of-the-season books by James Patterson (with David Ellis) to begin the month. Then plow through new novels by Faye Kellerman, Anne Rivers Siddons; Erica Spindler, Karen Robards, Debbie Macomber, Diane Mott Davidson, Edwidge Danticat, Emma McLaughlin, and Kathy Reichs. There’s a new financial book coming out by Clark Howard in August; an autobiography by Ricky Skaggs; and a pile of new cookbooks to take you into fall. And now for the disclaimer: some books can be cancelled or rescheduled. This isn’t a definitive list. And if you didn’t see your favorite author or subject on this list, then ask your favorite bookseller or librarian for more excellent suggestions. Guess what? They love to tell you about the books they love! Happy summer and happy reading!
WHEAT RIDGE NEWS IN A HURRY Police remind residents to keep car doors locked after increase in break-ins
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Wheat Ridge Police Department has seen an increase in cars being broken into as the weather warms up. Ten cars were trespassed in one night last week. The vehicle doors were not locked. Police are reminding residents to keep their doors locked and not to leave anything of value, even spare change, in visible sight in their vehicles. If residents suspicious activity, they can call 911 if there is an immediate threat or the Wheat Ridge Police Department’s non-emergency number, 303-237-2220, if there is no imminent threat.
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Family members of missing Wheat Ridge woman LeAnn �Annie� Meyer continue to keep a presence in the city searching for the woman. Wheat Ridge Police recently released an update
from the family. �The family has maintained an almost constant presence in Colorado as they continue in reaching their goal of simply ‘Bringing Annie Home,’� the statement read. “Plans are underway for family members to return to Wheat Ridge in the near future.� Family members hosted a raffle and silent auction May 3 at the Redman Club for Meyer’s benefit. The family, CrimeStoppers and Meyer’s employer, US Bank, has established a reward fund of $20,000 for any information that leads to the location of Meyer. Anyone with information related to Meyer’s disappearance or whereabouts can call CrimeStoppers at 720913-7876 or the Wheat Ridge Police at 303-235-2947. Residents can also contribute to the LeAnn Meyer Benefit Donation Account at any US Bank branch nationwide. Proceeds will be used in the family’s ongoing search to find Meyer.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Keep eye on open space For several months, I have been following the situation at Crown Hill Open Space (between Lakewood and Wheat Ridge), where JeffCo Open Space proposed to build several structures that the public did not want. I presented comments to the county commissioners on April 30 and to the Jefferson County Open Space Advisory Committee on May 2, and I want to share these concerns with the general public in order to promote as much participation as possible in the upcoming JeffCo Open Space/Parks Master Plan process. I have noticed several issues that will continue to generate negative publicity and waste taxpayer dollars if they are not addressed: s ,ACK OF INFORMATION tailored for Jefferson County on how to connect children and families to nature. Need to conduct public outreach on the topic. s ,ACK OF SHARED VISION and goals between the public and the staff.
s ,ACK OF PUBLIC INVOLVE ment at all levels of parks and open space planning. s .EED TO DEVELOP TRANS parency requirements with input from professional resources and the public, put them in writing, and then follow them. s ,ACK OF ACCOUNTABILITY Need to conduct a review by a qualified, disinterested third party to ensure that the open space program is abiding by program guidelines, legal covenants from Great Outdoors Colorado, and other relevant rules and obligations. If you share these concerns and would like to volunteer to ensure that county open space is a leader in public involvement, transparency, accountability and connecting children to nature, send an email to fojcos@yahoo.com. If you would like to participate in the master plan process, please call JeffCo Open Space at 303-271-5925 or Thea Rock, communications manager, trock@jeffco. us. Cara Snyder, Lakewood
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More simple, better yet, knock ‘em alive
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Citizens with disabilities — parking and access Recently a member of the Jeffco community contacted me about a very important issue for our citizens with disabilities, which is parking and access. Often times, in our busy lives and the rush to get things done, we don’t think too much about parking. We forget how important it is to make sure everyone in our community has access to stores,
restaurants and other businesses and offices. But, for those who have disabilities that limit their mobility, parking and access is an important aspect of their everyday life. When a person with a disability needs to shop, visit a government building or simply stop by a local park they have to be able to find a place to park that accommodates their needs or they will go home empty handed. What might be a minor inconvenience for some, can result in the
inability to access a building, a store or doctor for a person with a disability. Unless you have a current disabled parking permit, please don’t give in to the temptation to use a parking spot marked with the familiar blue sign with the white figure in a wheel chair, even if you think it will be “just a minute.� And when you park next to these spaces, leave a little extra room so individuals in wheel chairs can easily get in and out of their specialized vehicles. These
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vehicles need much more clearance than the average vehicle and we applaud those parking lots that offer special spots for them. Not only is it considered bad manners to park in one of these spots if you are not a person with disabilities, but it is also illegal. Violators can face fines of a
after every encounter. This is one of those simple things that we can all do that doesn’t require us to be a motivational speaker, performer, or coach. We can just change one little thing that we do, add one tiny yet powerful statement to our communications, and we can make such a positive impact in our families, with our friends, in the community and who knows, maybe just maybe knocking ‘em alive here in Colorado could lead to someone having an impact in other states and around the world. You just never know the power and reach that words can have. I would love to hear all about how you plan to knock ‘em alive at gotonorton@ gmail.com, and as we all make that effort it will certainly be a better than good week. Michael Norton, a resident of Highlands Ranch, is the former president of the Zig Ziglar organization and CEO and founder of www.candogo.com
minimum of $350. Next time you are parking, please don’t disable those with disabilities. Remember not to park in the spots designated for persons with disabilities and if you park near one of those spots, park a little further away from the line to give them the extra space
that they may need. For more information on Colorado’s parking program for persons with disabilities, please go to www.colorado.gov and type “persons with disabilities� in the search box. Casey Tighe, Jefferson County Commissioner, Golden
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There have been many times in my life where I was either dragging bottom or feeling low. Or maybe I was stuck or stalled, hitting a plateau and needed someone to come along and knock me alive. And I have to tell you that it felt and feels incredible when it happens. Have you ever thought about it? Have you thought about what a person or group might feel like when you leave their presence? Wouldn’t it be awesome if we could have
that kind of impact on a person, group, or situation? I mean it’s truly wonderful, especially when someone, anyone, brightens our day or leaves a positive impact that changes our moment, our hour, our day or even our week or month just by some gesture, kind word, or smile. They knock us alive. The sentence is so obvious for a speaker or performer, no one really wants to knock their audience out, do they? No, we want them alive, responsive, cheering, and laughing or crying, or maybe even laughing so hard they are crying. In every situation we are looking for that spark, that reaction. And I think that is why I believe the way Bryan Flanagan changed the phrase is such a fitting and powerful way to say goodbye and not just to be used before someone goes on stage. Just imagine how much better each and every goodbye would be if we left one another with, “knock ‘em alive�
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W Rail opening shines green light for region By about 5 p.m. April 27, the line of people at the Jefferson County Government Center building light-rail station in Golden no longer extended over the hillside toward the foothills. The moment seemed to round out a monumental weekend for RTD that featured two days of free rides on the newly opened W Rail light-rail line. We witnessed an enthusiastic launch for a project that came in eight months ahead of schedule, and we later reported that RTD estimated 35,000 riders rode the rail on that Saturday. We went for a ride as well and were impressed with the 35-minute trip from Golden to Union Station. The train mostly travels a track line that has existed for a century — so as expected, homes, buildings and business properties are nestled by the track. And interspersed
OUR VIEW with the old is new development. Yes, times have changed. Interestingly it has been more than one economic downturn since “smart growth� and “infill� development were common terms in these parts. But we remember the concepts and are pleased to consider the impact of the W Rail in offering another mass transit option and infill redevelopment. Increased mass transit is welcome in many ways, not just for redevelopment but for quality of life — consider Jefferson County, which sports one of the oldest
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
What is your favorite outdoor activity? Although spring snowstorms have brought inches and inches of snow, Coloradans still manage to get outside and enjoy the sunshine. So we asked people at the Front Range Community College campus in Westminster about their favorite outdoor activities.
My favorite activity is definitely running, and I’ll go wherever I can. It’s just a release of everything. Amber Haschenburger
I really like long boarding. I just love to go fast and feeling free. Kevin Wayts
Probably fishing. I like to go where everyone else is going, just anywhere really. Jaden Hawk
I usually fish at least once a week so that’s my favorite activity. It’s mostly about being outside in nature and appreciating the environment. Vance Lane
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populations in the state with about 13.1 percent over 65 years of age while the state average is 11.3 percent. The corridor’s 11 new W Rail stations — including the Federal Center, Red Rocks Community College — are important stops, sure to be energized day in and day out. The idea to schedule “parties,� — in other words activities and booths — at each stop along the 12.1-mile route was a good way to introduce the personalities of the stops and their adjacent neighborhoods to the region. And the new line extends east to existing light-rail stops at Auraria West for Metropolitan State University, the Pepsi Center, Sports Authority Field and finally Union Station. We heartily welcome this line that extends straight west, a little different from the more north and south oriented
existing Denver metro rail corridors. Locally some business development folks said the project has put Jefferson County on a more even playing field. The business community is primed to tap opportunities to develop the corridor and attract workers – after all the corridor was on the drawing board before FasTracks was approved. And from a more regional point of view, we know the impact of the entire plan will increase as each additional corridor is completed and the FasTracks plan — which is admired internationally — comes to fruition. Sure FasTracks has had its cost issues and completion issues — particularly with the North Metro Rail Line — but for now we can enjoy the freshly energized corridor between Golden and downtown Denver.
Re-learning the art of admitting our mistakes A pitcher, frustrated at giving up a big hit, loses his concentration and watches as the next batter jogs casually around the bases after hitting a home run. A driver, failing to leave on time for a job interview, speeds down the road and gets pulled over by the state patrol. A school district, criticized after making an early call for a snow day that never materialized, finds itself a week later not calling a snow day when conditions might have warranted one (just joking, boss—it’s always kinda fun to see who’s reading). Do you know what all of these are? These are examples of making the next mistake. Funny thing, being human — we tend to screw things up. Perhaps with the best of intentions and through little fault of our own, we try things that just don’t work out very well. The thing is, most of the time, everybody around us is willing to forgive us those mistakes. It’s usually the next mistake that’ll kill you. In politics, it’s said that it’s never the crime that ends careers—it’s the cover-up (see “Nixon, Richard�). We’re all getting a little lesson in that this week, as the House is holding hearings on the events of last Sept. 11 in Benghazi, Libya, which left an American ambassador and three others dead. At the time of this writing, we still don’t know all of what will be said in those hearings. What we do know, however, is troubling enough. In spite of repeated warnings about the deteriorating security situation in Libya, reinforcements were never sent; in spite of the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, no additional resources were committed to American personnel; and in spite of clear evidence to the contrary, we were repeatedly told that this attack was “spontaneous demonstration� that got out of control. Whatever the first mistake actually was, it’s clear that a whole series of next mis-
takes led to the death of four people and an ugly Washington scandal. I think sometimes we’re so conditioned to avoid mistakes that, when we do make one, our instinct is to hide from it or to make an excuse — to rush headlong into the next mistake. We see celebrities and politicians double-speak and hide behind clever legal maneuvers to avoid ever having to say “I was wrong,� and our kids are learning from us that there’s no mistake so big or so costly that it can’t be hidden behind the right media strategy. Wouldn’t it be refreshing to train the next generation, which is notorious for not taking responsibility for anything, to get in the habit of stopping, taking a deep breath, and saying “my bad?� That moment of calm, that reflection, is often enough to stop the next mistake; and that owning up to our mistakes is usually enough to earn forgiveness and, more importantly, to move ahead smarter. It’s a hard thing to do, and certainly one that’s taken me most of my life to figure out (if at all). But imagine how much lighter the world would be if we could all just relearn the art of admitting our mistakes. Michael Alcorn is a music teacher and fitness instructor who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. He graduated from Alameda High School and the University of Colorado-Boulder.
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Manning mangles music manfully We can only hope he keeps his day job, but Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning diverted from the playbook and took the stage with country-western singer Luke Bryan during the April 27 Celebration of Caring Gala in Indianapolis, which benefits that city’s Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital. Manning, who played 14 seasons as the Indianapolis Colts quarterback, attended the event to show support for the hospital that bears his name. And although Manning looked far less comfortable on the stage than he does on the gridiron, he was a good sport by joining Bryan, this year’s Academy of Country Awards entertainer of the year, in a “rendition” of Johnny Cash’s “Folsom Prison Blues” and Waylon Jennings’ “Luckenbach, Texas.” Check out the melodically challenged Manning’s duet at: www.youtube.com/ watch?v=NSG7FeGxRwY.
“Bikini Shot Spectators” is a piece featured in “This is Not A Test: The Atomic Art of Doug Waterfield” exhibit.
Judicial notice
Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor dined at Benny’s Restaurant and Tequila Bar (nice choice!) in Capitol Hill on May 1. Sotomayor was in town to attend the opening ceremony of the new Ralph L. Carr Justice Center downtown on May 2.
“Downtown Vegas, 1958” is a piece featured in “This is Not A Test: The Atomic Art of Doug Waterfield” exhibit. Courtesy photos
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New exhibit at Rocky Flats Museum highlights nuke testing and culture By Clarke Reader
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IF YOU GO WHAT: This is Not A Test: The Atomic Art of Doug Waterfield WHERE: Rocky Flats Cold War Museum 5612 Yukon St., Arvada
WHEN: Through May 31 Wednesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m.
COST: Free (suggested donations) INFORMATION: 720-287-1717 or visit www.rockyflatsmuseum.org
“This is Not A Test: The Atomic Art of Doug Waterfield” is at the museum, 5612 Yukon St., Arvada, until May 31. The exhibit is free. “Waterfield’s exhibit has traveled to many of the nuclear museums in the country,” said Conny Bogaard, executive director at the museum. “There are a lot of photographic exhibits about the nuclear age but not many use oil and acrylic.” Waterfield is chair and associate professor in the University of Nebraska at Kearney Department of Art and Art History. His fascination with the nuclear age was born out of a love for science fiction and horror films of the 1950s. “When you begin to learn the backstory of where the monsters came from, you find atomic radiation as a common denominator,” he said. Waterfield’s research lead him to the Nevada Test Site, where he learned about the construction of “survival towns”
Get happy
USA Today has come up with its top 10 list of happy hours at high-end restaurant chains across the country. Many of the top 10-ers have outposts in the metro area, with McCormick & Schmick’s logging in at No. 1. Check out the entire list at www. usatoday.com/story/travel/destinations/2013/03/09/the-best-happy-hourdeals-nationwide/1974659/.
“Rocky Flats” is a piece featured in “This is Not A Test: The Atomic Art of Doug Waterfield” exhibit. by Civil Defense organizations. “These were actual buildings that were constructed meant to represent the typical suburban town, in an effort to understand the effects of an atomic blast and how to prepare to survive a blast,” he said. “The buildings were commercial and residential, and were populated by mannequins, dressed in clothing donated by JCPenney, so that they could advertise the durability of their clothing later on.” The mannequins were posed in daily routine scenes like eating, watching TV and sleeping, which Waterfield said he found particularly creepy, in light of what was about to happen to them. The paintings in “This is Not A Test” are based on actual Department of Energy photographs, and Bogaard said the darkly comic scenes provide a lighter but still affecting look at nuclear testing. One of the other major themes of the show is famous paintings of the Las Vegas strip with mushroom clouds in the background, which is also based on reality, Bogaard noted. “Casinos in Las Vegas would have rooftop viewings of the
tests, where people were served an atomic cocktail by Miss Atomic Bomb,” she said. “This was one way to domesticate what was going on and make the bomb into a pop culture symbol. It made it more kitsch and less sinister.” Waterfield said that these paintings are an effort on his part to show some of the stranger aspects of atomic testing and how America dealt with the bomb and manifested it into its culture. Bogaard said that Waterfield’s paintings provide an alternative to the often more oppressive kind of nuclear exhibits. They feature bright colors and dark humor, while still serving as a critique of what was happening at the time. “For the museum, since we’re still in development, this is a way to tap into a new audience, so they can learn about the nuclear age,” she said. “We’re looking to get more of the community involved and interested in the museum, and this exhibit can really be used as an educational tool.” For more information on the exhibit call 720-287-1717 or visit www.rockyflatsmuseum.org.
Think pink
Adam Vance, Elway’s Cherry Creek sommelier, needs your help choosing pink wines to put on the summer menu. Join Adam on the Elway’s patio to taste and evaluate more than 30 rose wines from France, Spain, Austria, California, Italy and Greece that are under consideration for a summer rose flight on the Elway’s wine list. The event, from 6 to 8 p.m. May 29, costs $35 per person including tax and tip. Chef Tyler Wiard also will prepare light hors d’oeuvres to enjoy during the sip soiree. For reservations, call Lara at 303399-7616.
Train drives gala’s engine
A group that deserves the limelight on stage, Train, headlined NightShine, a benefit for Denver Health Foundation on April 27 at the National Western Events Center. After the presentations and recognitions were over — including the 2013 Denver Health Stars award-winners James Q. Crowe (Level 3 CEO) and Pamela Crowe — Train lead singer Pat Monahan engineered the popular band through hits such as “Calling All Angels,” “Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)” and fan favorite “Drive By.” But this was no ordinary, roped-off, don’t-block-the-aisles affair; rather Monahan encouraged a stampede of gowned gals who didn’t hesitate to swarm the stage. No doubt the best concert at a gala that I’ve ever seen. I spotted music man Chuck Morris in the well-heeled crowd. I’m thinking he Parker continues on Page 19
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Tech Redefining the classroom one e-device at a time Story and photos by Darin Moriki
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imberly Jezek’s students use today’s technology to solve age-old math problems. “I think my hands are a lot cleaner — they’re not covered in marker and chalk,” Jezek said jokingly in a May 17 interview with Colorado Community Media. “I rarely use markers on my board — I use this app (Edmoto) almost every day.” Jezek’s teaches mathematics to seventh- and eighth-graders at Clayton Partnership School in Thornton, and student participation is a hallmark of her approach — along with incorporating modern technology into her lesson plans. Students in Jezek’s class, like seventh-grader Laksmin Lavanderos, use more modern devices to solve mathematics equations that date back hundreds, if not thousands of years. “Using the information you have here for the base and the height, what would the equation be to solve the area of this parallelogram,” Jezek asks Lavanderos as she uses her wireless stylus pen to write in the angular measurements on her iPad several yards away at her desk. Lavanderos then uses another stylus pen — along with the measurements, which appear simultaneously on a whiteboard projection screen at the front of the class — to write an equation using given measurements that appear on the screen and on Jezek’s iPad. Jezek’s classroom — like many others in school districts throughout the state — is a example of how students learn, share and research information in an in-
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creasingly digital age. “I think in order to succeed in this world, they need to have access to technology and be able to use it, otherwise they’re not even going to be in the running for things later on,” said Lisa Furlong, a Clayton Partnership fourth-grade teacher who transitioned from a chalkboard to an interactive board last year after the school relocated into Mapleton Public School’s new Skyview campus. “It’s finally allowing (students) to be competitive at an early age instead of trying to force it all at the very end to make sure that they learn it,” Furlong said. “ If they’re starting it at this age, they’ll actually be able to compete in the job field when they get older.”
Moving forward, changing perceptions
Using new devices and tools in classrooms is not necessary a new trend for school districts and educators as technology innovations are regularly introduced and marketed to consumers. But what has changed, school officials say, is the general perception of how learning occurs in the classroom. “Tech used to be what I refer to as ‘the icing on the cake,’ but
‘The device knows more than the instructor, so what we see is an adjustment in the way teachers teach – they begin to facilitate lessons and not just lecture.’ Matt Cormier, executive director of educational technology we can’t do it that way anymore because it’s in the standard for most core content areas,” said Julie Bowline, instructional technology and library services director at Adams 12 Five Star Schools.
“We used to just stress the learning of technology tools, but what I’ve seen is more of a shift toward having students learn those tools and apply it throughout their curriculum.”
Top, Jonathan Rust, a fifth-grader at Clayton Partnership School in Thornton, uses an iPad to write out a fractional equation for his mathematics class that is displayed on the SMART Board at the front of the room. Mobile devices, such as tablets and notebooks, are being introduced as learning tools within school classrooms as the costs for these devices decrease over time. Left, Kimberly Jezek, a seventh- and eighth-grade mathematics teacher at Clayton Partnership School, sketches a parallelogram for her seventh-grade class on an iPad using a program called Educreations, which turns an iPad device into a whiteboard by recording live video and handwriting movements that are then projected on a screen at the front of the classroom.
Bowline said this shift of perception over the last decade also illustrates a need for educators to stress the importance of technology literacy and informed use, since almost anything — regardless of credibility — is available at a student’s fingertips with a few computer keystrokes. Matt Cormier, executive director of educational technology at Jefferson County Public Schools, said these perception shifts have also changed the traditional instruction model within the classroom. Since answers to simple questions are easily searchable on the Internet, Cormier said teachers must now formulate more complex questions for students as a way to stimulate the learning process. “In the past, the teacher was the person who had the knowledge and was delivering that knowledge to kids, but that isn’t always the case anymore,” Cormier said. “The device knows more than the instructor, so what we see is an adjustment in the way teachers teach — they begin to facilitate lessons and not just lecture.” However, Cormier said, this collaborative learning process between teachers and students is no longer confined to the classroom. An example, Jezek said, are individual Gmail e-mail accounts created by the Mapleton Public School district for each one of her students. These email accounts allow for students to reach out to her for help even when class is not in session. “For many years, we could say, ‘Education happens within these four walls and happened from Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m.,’” Cormier said. “What we see with technology is that it breaks those walls down.” Tech continues on Page 19
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Opportunities as challenges
While the advent of technology has changed the way learning happens both in and out of the classroom, school officials say a lot more needs to be done to make technology more accessible to students. At issue for many officials are the high costs associated with newer technology innovations, such as interactive boards and laptops, which can easily exceed $1,000. The solution, Cormier and Bowline said, are smaller consumer devices, such as portable tablets, clickers and lower-cost interactive board substitutes. Securing these new technologies has been a challenge for school districts across the state as per-pupil funding fluctuated over the past five years. “There are times when kids are trying to use technology and it’s kind of dragging along slowly because we just don’t have the infrastructure,” Bowline said. “It’s a constant battle. Adams 12 is trying so hard to keep class sizes at reasonable sizes, and I think there’s always a glaring need for technology improvements, but there’s always a need for other things that directly affect
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“steered” Train into making tracks to the Denver event.
Baby steps
Bob Bonner, the Denver-based director of operations for Richard Sandoval Restaurants, and his wife, Marj, welcomed their first child, Oliver, into the world at 6:49 p.m. April 28 at St. Joseph Hospital. Baby “Ollie” weighed in at 8.3 pounds and measured 19.5 inches long. Congrats to the new family! Also on the baby boom, Elway’s executive chef Tyler Wiard and his wife, Jennifer, are expecting their second child on July 18. They knew ahead of time that their first — who’s now 2 years old — would be a girl, but the couple opted to have the second child’s gender kept as a surprise. Congrats ahead of time to them!
Broncos’ Decker visits school
Swanson Elementary School in Arvada got a special visitor — Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker — as a reward for the school’s wellness program. Decker visited the school on April 19 as part of the Fuel Up to Play 60 program, founded by the National Football League and the National Dairy Council. Fuel Up to Play 60 is geared to help kids and schools support health and wellness. Swanson fourthgrade teacher Valerie Cordova sponsored the after-school wellness club, which is in its third year. Decker’s visit was a reward for the program’s success. Principal Carla Endsley says student behavior also has improved because of the wellness program. Endsley says the club is run by students and they set a variety of healthy initiatives for students throughout the year and provide announcements about eating healthy and exercising each day. Cordova was chosen as FUTP60’s Teacher Advisor of the Year.
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our kids.” In Jefferson County, Cormier said the school district cut funding for Discovery Education streaming — a Discovery Channel-backed educational video resource — several years ago as state per-pupil funding declined. To stave off further cuts over the years, Cormier said the state’s largest school district — like many others — worked to find cheaper technology alternatives that could provide similar services, such as substituting laptops for clickers when conducting assessments. To address this issue, Cormier and Bowline said school districts across the state are gradually allowing students to bring their own mobile devices into the classroom. But this option comes with its own unique obstacles. “When you’ve got all of those different devices out there, compatibility issues make it harder for the teacher to plan with a specific device or application in mind,” Cormier said. School officials say, however, that many school districts are taking it in stride, understanding that technology alone cannot foster learning. “Success in the classroom really starts with a masterful teacher,” said Karla Allenbach, who is the learning services director at Mapleton Public Schools. “Our teachers skillfully incorporate a
5-17, are invited to the Golf Fair from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday, May 11 at CommonGround Golf Course in Aurora. Peter “King of Clubs” Longo will be featured in a trick-shot exhibition from 12:15-1 p.m. The free event also will include family golf instruction, education on the rules of golf and etiquette, lunch and nutrition information, fitness activities, a photo with the Solheim Cup, crafts and games. This event is sponsored by GolfTEC, Colorado Section PGA, Girl Power Golf, Titleist, CWGA, CGA, Tracey Lynn, TaylorMade, Experience Golf, LPGAUSGA Girls Golf, LPGA, Rocky Mountain Sunscreen, Sassy Golf and The First Tee of Green Valley Ranch. The Solheim Cup, a competition between the best American and European female golfers, will be played August 13-18 at Colorado Golf Club in Parker. For more information and tickets to the Solheim Cup, visit www. solheimcupusa.com.
Farewell to Fey
I was invited to attend Denver music icon Barry Fey’s funeral on April 30, where nearly 200 of his friends and family gathered within a few hours’ notice to honor the man who really put this town on the music map. The service, held at Feldman Mortuary at 17th and York, was a standingroom-only event, as Barry would have loved. His sons gave testimony in honor of the father who was complicated and imperfect yet a profound influence on each of their lives. After the service, Patty Calhoun, Wendy Aiello and I thought it would be apropos to raise a glass to Barry at Strings, which was also seeing its end that evening, but we were turned away because the restaurant was readying for the auction and cocktail party later that night. It was an ironic moment because I could never imagine Strings owner and founder Noel Cunningham ever turning away anyone.
Instead, we drove over to another Denver institution — the 17th Avenue Grill. There, we ordered martinis with bleu cheese olives (sparkling wine for Calhoun) and toasted our fallen friend who didn’t drink.
Monumental plan
Opie Gone Bad lead singer Jake Schroeder has been leading the effort to have a statue of late music promoter Barry Fey placed at Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Here’s what Schroeder told me: “I reached out to Geoff Fey and asked him for his blessing in moving forward. I told him to take his time and get back to me when things calm down a bit. I figure if they’re good then I’ll just coordinate getting artists to submit to the family and I’ll try to raise the money and lead the unavoidable battle against the (Denver) parks department to get it done. “I knew Barry enough to say hello, but that was about it. He never booked my band, or had anything to do with it, really. I just think he helped create an environment in Denver that allowed me to grow up seeing the best concerts in the world and allowed me to have a 25-year career (so far) playing music here. He should have a huge statue at Red Rocks. I think it would even be cool to have it backstage in the wings, so all the famous artists that play there forever would know why they’re there.” If you’d like to donate to Schroeder’s effort, you can email him at jschroeder@ denverpal.com.
Laksmin Lavanderos, a seventh-grader at Clayton Partnership School, uses a stylus pen to solve a geometry problem on a SMART Board at the front of her mathematics class. Photo by Darin Moriki variety of resources and tools to help each child find success in the classroom. Technology is not the only tool, but it is certainly
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Simpson, who wore a sun hat to the meeting with a note in its brim that read “This is my shade.” “I’m worried about everything that goes into the ecosystem. A lot of people who go to Crown Hill Park care about that sort of thing.” While many residents opted for doing nothing, some residents did make arguments for both a new shade structure and new fitness equipment. Some residents said they see the fitness equipment being used every day or even use it themselves and it is a great asset for runners.
In the groups, residents filled out individual ratings of each alternative and left comments; they also filled out a group rating sheet which expressed all of their views. Over the next month, Jefferson County Open Space will review the comments and ratings made by residents and, while also considering recommendations made at the March 11 meeting, consider what options will be available based on feedback, Hoby said. Construction on the restroom, an informational kiosk near the parking lot and additional handicapped and maintenance parking is set to begin in late August or early September. All other construction is on hold until decisions are made regarding what will be at the park.
PLACES OF WORSHIP To list your congregation services call Viola Ortega G/WR/L
CATHOLIC
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church
Proclaiming Christ to the Mountains and Plains www.SaintJoanCatholic.org 12735 W 58th Ave · 80002 · 303-420-1232 Daily Masses: 8:30 AM, Mon-Sat Confessions: After Mass, Mon, Wed-Fri; Sat: 9:00-10:00 AM; 4:00-4:45 PM Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:00 PM Sunday Masses: 7:30, 9:00, 11:30 AM, 5:30 PM
CHURCH OF CHRIST
Golden Church of Christ 1100 Ulysses St. (303) 279-3872 Rick Walker - Evangelist Bible classes for all ages 9 Worship 10 Sunday Evening Prayer meeting 5:30 Worship 6:00
am am pm pm
COME TO THE FRIENDLIEST CHURCH Nursery care provided
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
Arvada Christian Church 8010 West 62nd Avenue
303-422-5412 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 Blacktie-Colorado.com. You can subscribe and read her columns (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) at www.pennyparker.blacktie-colorado. com. She can be reached at parkerp1953@gmail.com or at 303-619-5209.
one of the tools our teachers use to help each student develop a love of learning and master standards.”
Worship.............................9:30 am Wed. Night Bible Study/meal...6:00 pm Nursery Available
CROSSROADS CHURCH OF DENVER A PLACE TO DO LIFE
SERVICE TIMES Sunday: 9 aM and 10:30 aM WedneSday: 6:30 PM CHILDREN’S MINISTRY FOR ALL AGES
George Morrison, Senior Pastor Please join us for our weekend and mid-week services
62nd & Ward Road Family Worship Center Saturday ....................................................5:00 pm Sunday ..................................9:00 am & 10:45 am Wednesday ...............................................6:30 pm
4890 Carr Street Sunday ....................................................10:30 am
Unity of Evergreen at Red Rocks Reverend Julie Armour Home of the Daily Word The Chapel at Red Rocks 3rd Entrance into Red Rocks Park
303-697-1533 www.mountainlightunity.org Sunday Service and Youth Education Program at 9:30 A.M. A Path for Spiritual Living
PRESBYTERIAN
Golden First Presbyterian Church On the round-about at South Golden Rd. and West 16th Ave. ...... .... .......
Pastor: Rev. Dr. Miriam M. Dixon
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST
Jefferson Unitarian Church 14350 W. 32nd Ave. 303-279-5282 www.jeffersonunitarian.org A Religious Home for the Liberal Spirit Service Times: 9:15am / 11:00am Religious education for all ages. Nursery care provided.
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YOUR WEEK & MORE
FRIDAY/ MAY 9, MAY 27 LEGION EVENTS American Legion Post 161 is at 6230 W. 60th Ave., Arvada. Upcoming Legion events: POST MEETINGS: 7 p.m. Thursday, May 9. Open to all
veterans.
ROUNDTABLE BREAKFAST: 7 a.m., Friday, May 3. This breakfast provides an opportunity for representatives of city, county, state and federal government to coordinate and communicate current issues with other levels and their constituents. Open to the public. Charge at the door for breakfast. MEMORIAL DAY ceremony and parade: Ceremony is at 10
a.m. Monday, May 27, at the west end of the Arvada Cemetery. Parade is at 11 a.m. from 60th Avenue and Lamar Street to 53rd and Marshall Street. Both events are presented by the Arvada VFW and American Legion.
THURSDAY/MAY 9 PAINTED CATS Tails of the Painted Cats 2013 will debut from
6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, May 9, with a public reception at the Lakewood Arts Council Gallery. Cat Care Society is accepting design entries for Tails of the Painted Cats 2014. Create an art piece from a fiberglass cat or a 10-by-10 canvas with a feline theme for exhibit and auction to benefit the homeless, stray and abandoned cats at Cat Care Society. For an entry form and information, email your street mailing address to paintedcats@ catcaresociety.org or jmcd02222@comcast.net. Indicate your preference for painted cats or flat cats. Visit www.catcaresociety. org.
THURSDAY/MAY 9 MONTHLY MEETING No Kill Colorado plans its monthly meeting from 6:30-9 p.m. Thursday, May 9, at Jefferson County Resource Center, 3232 Depew St., Wheat Ridge. Learn about the No Kill movement for shelter animals. The program is on how to help animals through our Community Festival/Adoptathon Just One Day Denver from 3-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 11, at City Park. Visit www.nokilldenver.org.
SATURDAY/MAY 11 BOWLING FUNDRAISER The Arvada West High School Foundation will host a bowling “fun”draiser from 3-8 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at Weatern Bowl, 10000 Ralston Road, Arvada. Enjoy two games of bowling with bowling shoes included in the fee. Don’t miss face painting for the kids and a silent auction. To learn more about the foundation and become a member or donate go to www.arvadawesthighschoolfoundation.org Proceeds from this fundraiser and donations will go towards supporting scholarships and programs for Arvada West High School students. SATURDAY/MAY 11 LEASH MANNERS Walking on leash is not natural for dogs. We have to teach them what is expected and make it something they want to do. Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue will help you teach your dog these things so it is enjoyable for both of you from 1:45-3:15 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at Doggie Delights, 1432 S. Broadway, Denver. Registration required. Visit
www.mishamayfoundation.org or call 303-239-0382. We will work with several dogs individually during the class.
SATURDAY/MAY 11 FESTIVAL SUSTAIN Arvada Festival is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at Olde Town Square and Grant Place. Focused on living sustainably, the festival includes exhibits, adult’s and children’s activities, food, lively music, and informative presentations - all based on learning fun and easy ways to conserve resources and enjoy living sustainably through earth-friendly practices. Spend a day at the festival and learn how to trim your energy waistline; recycle, reclaim, repurpose, and reuse; reduce waste; conserve resources; and practice community sustainability. Learn how the City of Arvada is conserving resources, generating its own power, recycling and composting, and leading the way in responsible governmental sustainability. Visit https://arvada.org/about-arvada/sustain-arvada-festival. Your Week continues on Page 21
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SATURDAY/MAY 11 PUPPY SOCIALIZATION Free weekly drop-in puppy socialization class is from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at Doggie Delights, 1432 S. Broadway, Denver. Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue will teach puppy socialization, playtime, relationship building, developmentally appropriate activities, and training foundations. Proof of vaccines required. RSVP preferred. Email mishamayfoundation@gmail.com to receive registration form ahead of time. Puppy handbook included. FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, MAY 10-11 THEATER SHOW Colorado ACTS presents a 12- to 18-year-old production of “Annie Get Your Gun” at 7 p.m. May 3-4, 10-11 at Colorado ACTS Theater, 9460 W. 58th Ave., Arvada. Call 303-456-6772 or visit www.coloradoacts.org. MONDAY/MAY 13 FLOWER ESSENCES Misha May Foun-
dation Dog Training and Rescue teaches about flower essences for people and animals from 7-9 p.m. Monday, May 13, at the Center for Wholistic Health, 8600 W. 14th Ave., Suite 3, Lakewood. For information, visit www.mishamayfoundation.org, e-mail mishamayfoundation@ gmail.com or call 303-239-0382.
TUESDAY/MAY 14
and beverages are available. Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual coffeehouse-type setting. Questions may be directed to Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@ peacelutheran.net.
TUESDAY/MAY 14 FEELING ENERGETIC The Golden branch of the Wellness Champions will host a free class called “Five Secrets to Feeling Vibrant and Energetic Well into Your Senior Years” from 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, at the Golden Recreation Center, 1470 10th St., Golden. Guests will be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Whole Foods gift card. Refreshments will be served. For information or to register, call Lacey Pfeiffer at 303-589-2811. WEDNESDAY/MAY 15 DOG TRAINING Off leash reliability is crucial for safety and fun. Learn the steps to teaching it so it is truly learned and maintained from 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, at Kriser’s Pet Supply, Colorado Mills, 14710 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood. Request a registration form at mishamayfoundation@gmail. com or 303-239-0382. We will work with several dogs individually during the evening. THURSDAY/MAY 16 EDIBLE LANDSCAPING Learn about
DOG TRAINING The “come” command is crucial for safety and fun. Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue can show you the steps to teaching it so that it is truly learned and maintained. The class is from 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, at Li’l Angel Pet Boutique, 1014 S. Gaylord St., Denver. Registration required at mishamayfoundation@ gmail.com or 303-239-0382. Visit www. mishamayfoundation.org. We will work with several dogs individually during the evening.
edible landscape plants and practices so you can create your own beautiful, productive landscape in this free class at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 16, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Topics include plant choices, soil preparation and efficient watering for drought conditions, as well as design, planning and maintenance. The focus will be on vegetables, with some edible flowers. Register in advance by contacting Jeanette Sánchez at 303-450-8935 or jsanchez@northglenn.org.
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE The cycle of domestic violence will be explored at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, “When Love Hurts: Ending the Cycle of Domestic Violence,” provides practical strategies for removing those suffering domestic violence from their abusive situations. Lifetree representative Craig Cable said one in four women experiences domestic abuse. And one in nine men is a victim of abuse. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Snacks
CANDLELIGHT VIGIL The city and
the Northglenn Police Department will host a memorial to honor Northglenn Police Cpl. E.B. Rains Jr. and other peace officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. The fallen officer memorial candlelight vigil is from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 16, in E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park, 11801 Community Center Drive. In 1984, Rains responded to a call at a city residence, where he was shot. Webster Lake Park was renamed E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park the next year.
THURSDAY/MAY 16 BLENDED FAMILIES Join Integrative Counseling to learn how to improve the functioning of your blended family and learn evidence-based parenting concepts and practical tips for implementation. The workshop is from 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, May 16, at 651 Corporate Circle, Suite 120, Golden. Childcare is available on site. Register at www. IntegrativeCounselingLLC.com on the Workshop page. For more information, or to register over the phone, call 303500-3266. FRIDAY/ TO MAY 19 LIFE X 3 11 Minutes Theatre Company presents “Life X 3” by Yasmina Reza. Do you believe in déjà vu, or just wish that we could have a do-over? Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2:30 p.m. Sundays, from May 3-19, at The Festival Playhouse, 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. Email jjj103125@ gmail.com or call 720-333-3499 for reservations. Cash and checks only. SUNDAY, JUNE 9 SKATING PARTY Lace’EmUpSkating plans free skating party 4-5 p.m. Sundays, June 9, at Foothills Ice Arena , 2250 S. Kipling St. in Lakewood. Registration required at www.LaceEmUpSkating. com. MONDAY/MAY 20 GENTLE YOGA Living Water Spiritual Community will offer gentle body-mind yoga for beginners and those managing chronic pain at 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 6, and Monday, May 20, at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. Bring a mat, blanket and water bottle. Email yogawithjammie@ gmail.com. TUESDAY/MAY 14, 21, 28 FAMILY CAREGIVER workshops Are you caring for an aging parent or relative with Alzheimer’s disease. Find out about what causes dementia and the signs to watch for a free Alzheimer’s family caregiver workshops from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays in May at Home Instead Senior Care, 2095 S. Pontiac Way, Denver. Call 303-389-5700; RSVP by the Friday before the workshop you want to attend. THURSDAY/MAY 9
recognize second-graders from Arvada elementary schools who participated in the fifth annual Police Officer Appreciation coloring content. The ceremony is open to the public; the event is free, and coffee and desserts will be served immediately following the ceremony.
THURSDAY AND FRIDAY/MAY 9-10, MAY 16-17 GOLDEN HS events Golden High School
Enjoy herbal tea with scones, tea sandwiches and desserts along with a program, “The Hanky Hit Parade” by Katie Dix, Vintage Hanky Raconteur. Enjoy storytelling and fun activities about handkerchiefs. Each guest will receive a gift of a new or vintage hanky. Prepaid reservations are required. Call 303-4311261 to make your reservation.
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POTTERY SALE Potters for Peace will have its annual pottery sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 11, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, May 12, at Green Mountain United Methodist Church, 12755 W. Cedar Drive, Lakewood. Visit www.pottersforpeace.org. Volunteers and donations of pots are needed. For information, contact Sue Howell at suehowell0@gmail.com.
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BOWLING FUNDRAISER The Arvada West High School Foundation plans a bowling fundraiser from 3-8 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at Western Bowl, 10000 Ralston Road, Arvada. Proceeds will go toward supporting scholarships and programs for Arvada West students. For one price, you can enjoy 2 games of bowling, shoes included. Face painting for the kids and a silent auction also are planned. Reservations are recommended by April 26. Email arvadawesthighschoolfoundation@ hotmail.com for reservations, or visit www.arvadawesthighschoolfoundation. org for information.
MOMS LUNCHEON Colorado Women’s
presents One Act Plays by the school’s Stage Right Productions on May 9-10. The school’s music department presents its pops concert at 7 p.m. May 16-17. All events are in the auditorium at the high school. For information about the events, or tickets, contact Angela Becker at abecker@jeffco.k12.co.us.
MOVIE SHOWING “The War,” starring Kevin Costner as a Vietnam War vet who deals with a rivalry between his son and another group of children, will show at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at Living Light of Peace, 5925 Miller. The movies was rated PG-13 in 1994. Movie is free; adults, teens, and older children are welcome. SUSTAIN ARVADA Does the idea of conserving resources and saving money put a smile on your face? Then the place to be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 11 is Olde Town Arvada for the first Sustain Arvada Festival. Celebrate community successes as we showcase examples of resource conservation and teach ways to practice conserving in your daily life.
SPAIN FROM its heights as the dominant country in the world in the 16th century, Spain is now one of the European countries struggling with debt. Join Active Minds from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, as we explore the roots and legacy of the Spanish Empire and how this important country fits into the regional and global puzzle today. The free program will be at First Presbyterian Church of Lakewood, 8210 W. 10th Ave., Lakewood. No RSVP required. Coming Soon continues on Page 24
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Ralston Valley, D’Evelyn lead Jeffco state qualifiers A-West also sends four teams to state; Lakewood High sends three By Daniel Williams
dwilliams@ourcoloradonews. com DENVER — Ralston Valley continued dominant play in Class 5A Jeffco into the regional tennis tournament as all seven of the Mustangs entries qualified for the state tournament Friday at Mullen High School. After an undefeated regular season, the Mustangs dominated regionals. All eleven of their varsity players will participate in the state tournament at Gates Tennis Center starting Thursday. “Our success this season is attributed to the work done in the offseason by these girls. With the weather issues and limited practice time we’ve encountered, I felt comfortable knowing these athletes had put in a lot of time in the off season on grooving their strokes and game,” Ralston Valley coach Kim Greason said. Ralston Valley No. 1 singles Alex Purfield, No. 2 singles: Isabella Melena, and No. 3 singles Megan Wewel were among the state qualifiers.
D’Evelyn shines at state
D’Evelyn, last year’s runner up in Class 4A, proved itself again as the elite team — in not only 4A Jeffco — but in the entire state. The Jaguars qualified all but one of their teams for the state tournament. D’Evelyn No. 1 singles Lorraine Smith, No. 2 singles Annie Horn and No. 3 singles Lexi Reed all qualified to play at state. D’Evelyn No. 2 doubles team of Abby Lyderns and Kara Robbins, No. 3 doubles team of Amanda Seamann and Sarah Dinegar and No. 4 doubles Izzy Lydens and Katherine Jacobs qualified as well. “We knew we had a really good team coming back but we also had to go out and prove it, which we did. I am very proud of our team,” D’Evelyn coach Marshall Carpenter said.
D’Evelyn No. 1 singles Lorianne Smith is just one of nine Jaguar state qualifiers. Photo by Dan Williams Lakewood sent three of its teams to the state tournament in No. 3 singles Paige Stockton, No. 1 doubles Sasha Harrison and Schafer Kowalchik, and No. 3 doubles Ze Ching and Cristi Kraut.
STATE QUALIFIERS CLASS 4A
NO. 2 SINGLES: Isabella Melena, Ralston Valley
NO. 1 SINGLES: Lorraine Smith, D’Evelyn
NO. 3 SINGLES: Madison Fortunato, Arvada West; Paige Stockton, Lakewood; Megan Wewel, Ralston Valley
NO. 2 SINGLES: Annie Horn, D’Evelyn NO. 3 SINGLES: Lexi Reed, D’Evelyn
Arvada West on the rise
Last but certainly not least was the surprise play of Arvada West. After qualifying only one team to state last year, as well as losing several key players to graduation, the Wildcats qualified four teams to the state tournament. A-West No. 3 singles Madison Fortunato, No. 2 doubles team of Kristin Thompson and Maddy Teter, No. 3 doubles team of Molly Esfahani and Sarah White, and the No. 4 doubles team of Rachael
NO. 2 DOUBLES: Darian Trengove and Rvede Degiovanni, Wheat Ridge; Abby Lyderns and Kara Robbins, D’Evelyn NO. 3 DOUBLES: Amanda Seamann and Sarah Dinegar, D’Evelyn NO. 4 DOUBLES: Izzy Lydens and Katherine Jacobs, D’Evelyn 5A JEFFCO STATE QUALIFIERS: NO. 1 SINGLES: Alex Purfield, Ralston Valley Schauer and Katie Guettlein will all continue to play postseason tennis. “I am so proud of our girls and
NO. 1 DOUBLES: Allyson Goto and Kelsey Maass, Ralston Valley; Sasha Harrison and Schafer Kowalchik, Lakewood NO. 2 DOUBLES: Kristin Thompson and Maddy Teter, Arvada West; Breanna Harr and Karleigh Kimble, Ralston Valley NO. 3 DOUBLES: Ze Ching and Cristi Kraut, Lakewood; McKenzie Reed and Taylor Reed, Ralston Valley; Molly Esfahani and Sarah White, Arvada West NO. 4 DOUBLES: Rachael Schauer and Katie Guettlein, Arvada West; Ellen Manwaring and Katherine Richards, Ralston Valley
everything they were able to accomplish this year. It shows how hard working of a group we have
and I am really proud of the season we had,” A-West coach Jenna Marvin said.
Final putt caps comeback in regional golf Tait wins tournament but 5A Jeffco shines at Raccoon Creek By Daniel Williams
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Area golf teams competed in the Region 5 golf tournament on Monday at Raccoon Creek Golf Course. Photo by Jonathan Maness
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cit over the final six holes for a comeback victory over Dakota Ridge’s Sydney Merchant. Tait made her final putt and then cheered as a crowd applauded her 74 score comeback win. “I knew if I stayed focused and kept playing smart golf that I would have a chance to win,” Tait said. Merchant finished with a 77. But Jeffco golfers dominated the day on the challenging Raccoon Creek course. Arvada West’s Ali Peper qualified for the state tournament with her 87, which was good enough for a fourth-place fin-
ish. Pomona’s Zarena Brown finished tied for fifth at 88 with Ralston Valley’s Ashlyn Kirschner. After a forgettable front nine, Kirschner turned it on the back nine and shot a 39, which catapulted her up the leaderboard. “I am definitely proud of the way we golfed today. There are so many great players out here that you have to keep fighting, and I think we did that today,” Ralston Valley coach David Butler said. 5A Jeffco accounted for all top six shooters at the regional. A complete list will be posted online as it comes available.
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Golden survives thriller over Wheat Ridge, 2-1 D’Evelyn wraps up league title; Green Mountain finishes strong
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dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com GOLDEN — Golden outlasted a scrappy Wheat Ridge team in a 2-1 extra innings victory Saturday at Golden High School. Golden senior Eli Thornquist struck out 16 batters over nine innings in one of the best pitching performances in 4A Jeffco this season. Sophomore Paul Richy scored the game winning run in the 10th inning for the Demons and he also pitched well in relief. Wheat Ridge senior Nick Ricigliano also pitched well striking out nine batters over seven innings. But the Farmers offense wasn’t able to crack Thornquist who was nearly unhittable. Wheat Ridge (10-8, 8-5) wrapped up its regular season schedule at Evergreen on Monday. Golden (7-11, 6-7) wrapped up its regular season schedule Monday at Alameda High School.
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JAGS CLINCH LEAGUE TITLE
D’Evelyn baseball sealed the Class 4A Jeffco league title with a 12-2 victory over Arvada Saturday at D’Evelyn High School. The Jaguars had nine different players record a hit including senior Brandon Morrison going 3-for-3 with two RBIs. The victory was also the 17th of the season for D’Evelyn (17-1, 12-1), which also was a perfect 7-0 at home. After starting the season unbeaten in its first three games, Arvada ended its regular season in a slump not winning in more than a month. But the Bulldogs (3-13-1, 1-12) were also one of the youngest teams in the league featuring a roster of 10 underclassmen including three freshmen.
RAM TOUGH DOWN STRETCH
Green Mountain baseball stayed hot with a 10-0 victory over Alameda High School Saturday at Green Mountain High School. ason The Rams (11-7, 9-4) wrapped up Mar- their regular season with four straight victories and finished second in Class 4A Jeffco. Freshman Wyatt Featherson went 1-for-2 with a two-run triple and junior Justin Akiyama hit a two-run single as well. Alameda senior Jorge Gonzalez went 1-for-2 and junior Lucious Harris also went 1-for-2.
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Wheat Ridge’s Diego Sanchez fires up after a Golden batter strikes out. Photo by Dan Williams
The Pirates (4-14, 2-11) struggled to a seventh-place finish in 4A Jeffco but they also have seven sophomores and three freshmen on their varsity roster.
TIGERS TAME WILDCATS
Lakewood managed to finish the regular season in the top half of Class 5A Jeffco with a 9-4 victory Friday at Arvada West High School. Lakewood senior George Coughlin threw six innings of strong baseball giving up a pair of runs. George also went 2-for-3 at the plate with a double. The Tigers (10-8, 4-4) won three of four games down the stretch. Arvada (6-12-1, 3-5) struggled over the first half of its schedule but went 5-5 over the last 10 games.
PANTHERS BEAT RIVAL ‘STANGS
Pomona dealt rival Ralston Valley a 3-1 loss to wrap up both teams regular season schedule Saturday at Ralston Valley High School. Pomona’s victory was fueled by senior Sean McClure who hit a two-run
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Rare loss for Faith Christian
Faith Christian suffered a rare loss falling to Eaton 6-2 Monday at Faith Christian High School. The loss snapped a 14-game winning streak for the Eagles. However, Faith Christian dominated league play finishing 14-0 in the Class 3A/2A Metro league standings. The Eagles (15-2, 14-0) hadn’t lost since March but perhaps the loss serve as a catalyst as Faith’s players prepare for the playoffs. Faith Christian is led by senior Tyler Tucker, who this season has a .400 batting average, 20 RBIs and a pair of home runs.
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COMING SOON: CONCERTS, QUILTS & ART
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SOMALIA SOMALIA’S history is a story of Colonialism yielding to authoritarianism dissolving into anarchy. Chaos has reigned since the early 1990’s with rampant wars between rival clans, with no functional government in charge. Severe famine prompted the United Nations and the United States to intervene in the 1990s with decidedly mixed results. Lately, heavily armed Somali pirates in speedboats have been seizing passing cargo ships and oil tankers and holding the ships and crew for ransom. Join Active Minds from 2:303:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, at Atria Inn at Lakewood, 555 S. Pierce St. The program is free; RSVP at 303-742-4800. COMING SOON/MAY 14, JUNE 4 LECTURE SERIES Unique Lives & Experiences welcomes lecturers, artists and celebrities who will share perspectives from their lives. The series is at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in Denver. On Monday, March 11, the series welcomes Vicente and Marta Fox, Mexico’s former president and first lady. The series also includes Jane Goodall, primatologist and conservationist, on Monday, April 1; Sissy Spacek on Tuesday, May 14; and Dionne Warwich on Tuesday, June 4. The lectures begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available by calling 1-866-4498118. Visit www.uniquelives.com. COMING SOON/MAY 14 UPCOMING CONCERTS Future performances in the Tuesdays at Trinity series continues April 9 with Miriam Kapner and Friends featuring chamber music paying tribute to the oboe; and May 14 with Nicolo Spera offering an evening of classical guitar. Concerts are at 7:30 p.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 7755 Vance Drive, Arvada. Tickets are available at the door, by online reservation at www. tpcarvada.org, or by calling 303-422-3656, ext. 25. Parking is free.
RECURRING EVENTS DOG TRAINER Become a dog trainer with Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue, using behavior science, holistic
approaches and positive reinforcement techniques tailored to each individual dog, pet parent and specific situation. Learn to evaluate behavior, design exercises, coach humans, handle dogs, deliver presentations, and resolve and prevent a variety of behavior problems. Classes in Denver and Lakewood. Request an application at mishamayfoundation@gmail.com. Contact mishamayfoundation@gmail.com or call 303-239-0382 for information.
ARVADA RUNNING Club is offering $1,200 in college track or cross-country scholarships to one or two graduating high school girls for the 2013-14 school year. Eligible students must live in Arvada and/or attend an Arvada-area high school and plan to participate in a formal track or cross-country program during their freshman year in college. This is the third year in a row the club has offered scholarship funds. Applications are available on Arvada high school Naviance websites. For more information, contact arvadarunningclub@ gmail.com or ltkrapes@msn.com. RECURRING/THROUGH MAY 19 RECURRING/THROUGH MAY CHOIR AUDITIONS Auditions for P’zazz
Children’s Choir and Dynamix Singers will take play from 3-6 p.m. daily through May. P’zazz is for singers ages 9-12. Singers should prepare the Star-Spangled Banner, sung a cappella. The choir meets from 4:14-6:15 p.m. Mondays at Studio, 11905 W. 107th Ave., Broomfield. Dynamix is for singers ages 13-18, and singers should prepare a song with a CD track and the Star-Spangled Banner. The choir meets from 4:14-6:15 p.m. Wednesdays at Studio. Visit www.singpzazz.com for information, or call Jeannie Card for audition appointment, 303-466-8275.
RECURRING/THROUGH MAY 12
Theater show Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway, presents “South Pacific” through May 12 at 470 S. Allison Parkway. During World War II, love blooms between a young nurse and a secretive Frenchman. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Call 303-987-7845 or visit
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FRIDAY CINEMA Living Water Spiritual Community presents its Friday Cinema program at 7 p.m. May 17 at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. Participate in discussions, sharing of viewpoints, life experiences, and a whole lot of fun. Popcorn and candy are available. Discussion will follow the feature presentation. Some films may have language or subject matter unsuitable for children. Contact Kay Ford Johnsen for information at 720-933-4964 or email kayfordjohnsEn@aol.com.
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QUILT ENTRIES Firehouse Quilts is looking for quilt entries for its eighth annual quilt show to support its mission of helping children in crisis. The special theme this year is Patriotic, plus there are 13 other categories you can enter. The show will be July 19-20 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Castle Rock. Final entries are due by June 21, but entries received by May 17 receive an early bird rate. All forms and instructions are available at www. firehousequilts.org. COMING SOON/MAY 17 LUAU AS part of the Festive Friday series, ages 55 and older can head out to the pool patio for a luau lunch at noon Friday, May 17, at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. RSVP at 303-450-8801.
COMING SOON/MAY 17 RABBI INSTALLATION Rabbi Joel Schwartzman will be installed as Rabbi Emeritus at 7 p.m. Friday, May 17, at Congregation B’nai Chaim, 4716 S. Coors Lane. Refreshments will be provided following the service. Call 303-697-2668 or visit our website at www.bnaichaim.org for
SKATESHOP APPRECIATION Square State Skate will have its second annual Skateshop Appreciation Day on Saturday, May 18, at the 40,000-square-foot Arvada Skatepark. The day celebrates core, skaterowned skateshops in Colorado and around the county. Activities will include best trick contests, challenges, prizes, demos from the shops’ riders, skate-related games and direct instruction for the younger kids. Community Skate Shop will host a barbecue and some of Square State Skate’s snack sponsors (from their Balanced Kids Initiative) will provide snacks. Contact Brian Ball at 720-394-5749 or e-mail squarestateskate@gmail.com. Find us on the web at www.squarestateskate.com. COMING SOON/MAY 18 PET ADOPTION The 14th Counselors
for Critters pet adoption event is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday May 18, at PETCO, 17132 W. Colfax Ave., Golden. This event is sponsored by the Jefferson County Bar Association and PETCO. More than 25 rescue group and shelters will be there with dogs, cats, puppies, kittens and small animals. Call Diana Richett at 303-989-6295.
COMING SOON/MAY 18 LANDFILL DAY Free landfill day, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 18, offers Northglenn residents an opportunity to dispose of items that are too large to fit in a polycart. Tires and appliances with Freon are not accepted at the landfill. Call for a special pick up for these items at 303-450-4004. All loads to the landfill must be covered. Proof of residency such as a driver’s license and/or current utility bill is required. Front Range Landfill is at 1830 Weld County Road 5, Erie. Call 303-4504004 for more information.
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