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April 11, 2013

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Jefferson County, Colorado • Volume 29, Issue 42

E-Days bring springtime rays

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Blaster the Burro struts his stuff down Colfax. Photos by Glenn Wallace

Jeffco nixes ‘nature place’ at Crown Hill

Public outcry leads to Jeffco Open Space’s decision not to build play area By Sara Van Cleve

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Colorado School of Mines students guide school mascot Blaster the Burro from Golden down Colfax Avenue to the State Capitol on April 5.

Annual event of School offered pride and wacky events By Glenn Wallace

gwallace@ourcoloradonews.com Things got rolling for E-Days 2013 with a burro walking down Colfax. The Colorado School of Mines annual weekend of fun traditionally begins with the school mascot, Blaster the Burro, pulling an ore cart down West Colfax, all the way to the State Capitol Building. Nowadays, the ore cart is left at home. More than a 150 Mines students accompanied Blaster this year, wearing event shirts. On their shirts were the words, “We have the endurance to go all the way.” “This weekend is just a celebration of all the hard work that all of our students do, giving them something to look forward to,

some balance,” Student Activities Office Associate Director Kelli Bell said, calling last weekend the most successful E-Days in recent memory. Bell said much of the weekend’s many activities are student organized. Several of the special events reflected the student body’s engineering bent. There was the Tesla Coil demonstration on Friday, cardboard boat Clear Creek races Saturday, followed by a trebuchet (catapult) launch. “They really worked hard and really believe in providing this for their fellow peers,” Bell said. Competing in the boat race was the dynamic duo of Gabriel Alvarado and Carlos Tasayto, both juniors. They had the bad luck of their boat disintegrate within sight of the finish line, as the crowd laughed. “Well, we made it further this year!” Alvarado said, before heading down the creek bank to pick up more pieces of their foundered craft. The team of Nic Martin and Ryan Logan did much better, maneuvering their

canoe-shaped cardboard craft, with Pabst Blue Ribbon beer case packaging featured prominently on the prow. Their paddles: Franzia box wine packages. Martin admitted that his team had a pretty strong advantage over many of the competitors. “Well, we’re both civil engineers and both in the Mines kayak club too,” Martin said, while trying to dry out his soggy canoe before competing in the finals. “It’s awesome that the whole school is out here, cheering for us … well to fail, but still,” Martin said. Part of that crowd was Tom Godfrey, watching his daughter compete in the boat race. “This is a blast, and it’s cool that a college is doing something like this for the kids,” Godfrey said. The E-Days festivities ended with a bang on Saturday night. Mines students, alumni and family were treated to a concert by AWOLNATION. As the band’s last notes echoed into the spring evening, the E-Days fireworks show began.

Jefferson County Open Space decided to forgo the concept of a “Nature Place” from its plans for Crown Hill Park. Crown Hill is an open space park nestled between Lakewood and Wheat Ridge at 9307 W. 26th Ave. Some residents even call the park the community’s “crown jewel.” After hearing the public’s input through comments sent to Jeffco Open Space by residents, information collected at a March 11 community meeting and the results of an independent survey, the environmental learning and nature play features called Nature Place will not be built, according to a statement from Jeffco Open Space. The proposed Nature Place would have built three nature-focused play areas that would allow for digging, climbing boulders and a climbing structure to give guests of various ages an “elevated perspective” of the park. Many citizens have voiced opposition to development of the park, wanting to keep its natural serenity intact and protect wildlife from development that could hinder their habitats. Jeffco Open Space also asked residents about whether the current fitness equipment at Crown Hill that was installed in the 1980s should be replaced and the possibility of building a seasonal pergola near the restrooms and parking lot. After collecting community comments and surveying residents, Jeffco Open Space found residents’ opinions were split nearly in half for those that wish to see the equipment replaced and a shade structure built and those that do not. Jeffco Open Space is hosting a public meeting from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 30 at Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St., regarding the projects at Crown Hill Park. The meeting will include a presentation of public comments and the survey results, a recap of confirmed projects and a timeline for implementation and a discussion of projects that have yet to reach a consensus. The meeting will also consist of group discussion addressing the fitness and shade elements to reach a possible resolution.

Council approves park at 44th Avenue, Kendall Street By Hugh Johnson City Council approved the city staff’s request to move forward with the con-

struction of a new park at 44th Avenue and Kendall Street at the April 1 study session. Council’s approval al-

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lows the project to enter the design development phase. The new park will feature two separate lots for play as well as irrigated bluegrass fields and a pair of playgrounds for kids of all ages. Joyce Manwaring, director of Parks and Recreation,

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said the goal of the project was to create a highly visible neighborhood park with immediate curb appeal. Council allotted $900,000 for the design and construction of the new park. The money comes from the Open Space and Conservation Trust Fund. Jefferson County Open Space awarded the project a grant in the amount of $211,000. On Jan. 14, council contracted DHM design for the park’s layout. The city held public input meetings on Feb. 20,

March 6 and March 13. Based on input from the March 6 meeting, Parks and Rec settled on the two lot design for the park. With parking lots only able to accommodate 13 vehicles, the city is emphasizing the park’s neighborhood feel. The park will feature a multi-use sports court that allows for half-court basketball. The decision to use a half court as opposed to a full court is a preventive measure to keep people who don’t live in the community

from using and monopolizing the courts. While the city is using irrigated bluegrass for the fields, native grass will be used in the areas surrounding the fields in an effort to conserve water. Per a request from Councilman Mike Stites of District III, city staff will look into putting in AstroTurf to avoid watering altogether. The city will move forward with the development design phase, which will include a price estimate for park’s construction.

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Bronco stands tall for children You don’t want to be a running back, or a slot receiver who has the audacity to enter the area of the gridiron that Denver Broncos linebacker Wesley Woodyard patrols. But if you’re a kid who lacks Peyton Manning-like protection from life’s hard knocks, don’t worry. Wesley’s got your back. Woodyard paid a visit to the state Capitol last week to show his support for a legislative resolution that designates April as Child Abuse Awareness Month. The resolution, which was adopted by the General Assembly, calls upon “all citizens to educate themselves on how they can be the one to make a difference in the life of a child, and prevent child abuse and neglect.” Woodyard is no stranger to causes involving children. He often advocates on behalf of CASA — Court Appointed Special Advocates for children — and for his own charity, 16 Ways, which benefits kids from underprivileged backgrounds. “To me, it’s important to step up and be a part of the community,” Woodyard said in a recent interview with Colorado Community Media. “It only takes one person to make a difference in a child’s life. And when you’ve been given the platform that I’ve been given, it’s important to take advantage of it.” State Sen. Linda Newell, D-Littleton, a sponsor of the resolution, is involved in many child welfare-related issues at the

Legislature. She said that awareness of these types of causes is heightened whenever community members of Woodyard’s stature are involved. “Sometimes it’s the celebrity or somebody who can draw the attention of the community,” Newell said. “And he has been a great addition to the child abuse prevention community because he’s drawing in people who are sometimes not necessarily involved.” About the only thing that rivals Woodyard’s impact in the community is his play on the field — especially on the heels of his performance last season. Woodyard, 26, a Broncos team captain, had a breakout season at weak-side linebacker. He had career numbers in categories that included tackles, sacks and interceptions. But then there’s the way the season ended. As a lifelong Broncos fan, I can honestly say that I still haven’t gotten over January’s playoff loss to the Baltimore Ravens. I remember collapsing on my couch after the

game, like my heart had just been ripped out of my chest, straight out of some Aztec sacrifice ritual. Seriously, my voicemail and textmessage inbox was flooded that night with messages from concerned friends who were making sure that I hadn’t taken a leap from the top of downtown’s Republic Plaza. So, yes, it was a painful loss, to say the least — and that goes for the players, too. “It’s one of those things that I don’t think you get over,” Woodyard said. “But it motivates me. It motivates my teammates.” If the Broncos are going to advance further in the playoffs this season, they’re gonna have to do it without a key member of their defense. Pass rusher Elvis Dumervil, a fan favorite in the Mile City High since 2006, will be in a Ravens uniform this season, following a bizarre episode from last month that involved a signed, $8 million contract not being sent to the NFL in time for the league’s deadline. OK, so “bizarre” doesn’t do the incident justice. I mean, who transmits a document literally worth millions of dollars via a piece of machinery that gets less use out of it than a Donkey Kong Atari video game? What, carrier pigeons weren’t available? But, I digress. “I’m gonna miss Doom,” Woodyard said of Dumervil. “Doom was a role model to me. He taught me to be a man on and off the field. His leadership and play will be missed. “I talked to him the other day and I told

Physical education teacher retiring

Twelve topics in 12 weeks: This week a look at a new normal for political parties in Jefferson County. Page 8

Life: Murder mystery dinner theater production hosted at Briarwood. Page 14

Twelve Topics

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This Week: National politics

Opinion: Columnist Michael Alcorn emerges from tax prepping daze to touch on topics of the day. Page 10

Kevin Dout has been a physical education teacher at Prospect Valley Elementary in Wheat Ridge for 37 years and is retiring at the end of this school year. Prospect Valley students and parents, current and alumni, are invited to send an email or card to describe positive experiences and fond memories of Dout’s classroom. An emphasis is to be placed on any healthy habits that students continue to use today. The messages will be complied into a scrapbook retirement gift. Photos can also be submitted, though they cannot be returned. The deadline to have your items included in his book is April 20.

Memories can be emailed to lchriste@ jeffco.k12.co.us, or by mail to: Prospect Valley Elementary, c/o Lynn Christensen, 3400 Pierson St., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033.

School board candidacy announced

Dr. Alonzo Rodriguez has announced his candidacy for the Jeffco School Board representing District 5, covering south Jefferson County. According to his resume, Rodriguez is a native Coloradan, retired Army veteran and longtime Jeffco resident, has more than 35 years of experience in public education both, as a teacher and higher education administrator. The Board of Education election will take place during the General Election in November.

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Outdoors: Dig into spring and visit our home and gardening page. Page 13

The river known as the Purgatoire or Picketwire was incorrectly described in a column in the April 4 and April 5 editions

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SO MUCH INSIDE THE TRANSCRIPT THIS WEEK Sports: Green Mountain and Wheat Ridge soccer teams on the pitch. Page 23

him that I hope he breaks the sack record in Baltimore, but not against us.” But there are plenty of things for Broncos fans to be excited about this season. Among them will be having another guy named Wes to cheer for on game days. “Oh, we’re very excited,” Woodyard said of the addition of Wes Welker to the Broncos receiving corps. “He’s an extreme competitor and we’re so happy to have him on board.” Not only is it gonna be nice to have the former New England Patriots standout on our team, Broncos players are just as thrilled about not having to defend against him. “Absolutely,” Woodyard said, laughing. “I know (Broncos cornerback) Chris Harris is excited about that. Those guys had some battles.” Woodyard recognizes that he and the Broncos did a lot of good on the field last season. But don’t think for a second that he doesn’t want to accomplish bigger and better things. “When you think you’ve arrived, that’s when you hit bottom,” he said. “It was a good season, but I could have done so much more. I’m grateful to have the opportunity to be where I am, but I’m looking forward to this season.”

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Obama promotes gun control in visit President praises state legislators for new laws By Vic Vela

vvela@ourcoloradonews.com President Barack Obama lauded recent gun-control measures signed into state law and touted Colorado as “a model of what’s possible” at the national level during a speech April 3 in Denver. The president’s remarks at the Denver Police Academy highlighted gun laws that soon will go into effect in the state, including those that institute universal background checks on gun sales and place limits on high-capacity ammunition magazines. Citing recent events in Aurora and Connecticut, Obama said it’s time for Congress to take up similar gun measures at the national level. “Every day that we wait to do something about it, even more of our fellow citizens are stolen from our lives by a bullet from a gun,” Obama said. In Colorado, gun-control bills have dominated headlines this legislative session. So far, Gov. John Hickenlooper has signed three bills passed by the Democratic-controlled General Assembly. Some Republicans say the gun measures are nothing but “feel-good” efforts that only hinder law-abiding citizens’ ability to obtain guns, while doing nothing to get the weapons out of the hands of criminals. Obama’s visit was met with some protests outside the police academy. And, earlier in the day, several Colorado

President Barack Obama addresses police officers and other audience members during a speech at the Denver Police Academy on April 3. During his remarks, the president touted recent gun-control measures that have been passed by the Colorado General Assembly. Photo by Vic Vela sheriffs held a press event, denouncing further gun-control efforts. But Obama sees value in passing gun measures. He said Congress needs to address the loopholes in the current national background-check system for gun purchases, as Colorado legislators have done with recent legislation here. Obama said that if a person wants to buy a gun, “you should at least have to go through a background check to show that

you’re not a criminal, or someone legally prohibited from buying one.” The president cited statistics that indicate background checks often do keep guns out of the hands of dangerous people. “So, this does work,” he said. “And, by the way, if you’re selling a gun, wouldn’t you want to know who you’re selling it to? Wouldn’t you want in your conscience to know that the person you’re selling to isn’t

going to commit a crime?” Obama also said high-capacity ammunition magazines have no place in our communities. “I don’t believe that weapons designed for theaters of war have a place in movie theaters,” he said to applause. “Most Americans agree with that.” The president acknowledged the polarizing nature that surrounds the gun-control debate. He said Colorado is a state where hunting is a tradition, and where guns are “handed down from generation to generation.” “And they treat gun ownership with reverence and respect,” he said. At the same time, Obama said it’s important for people to understand where the other side is coming from on these issues. “There doesn’t have to be a conflict between protecting our citizens and protecting our Second Amendment rights,” the president said. Among those who attended the speech were Hickenlooper and U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder. The two took part in a round-table discussion on gun issues that involved Obama, prior to the president’s speech. Others taking part in the discussion were police and Colorado citizens whose lives have been affected by gun violence. Several state legislators also were attendance, including Rep. Rhonda Fields, D-Aurora. Fields — whose son was shot to death in 2005 and who sponsored some of the state’s gun legislation — said she felt that her work has been validated by Obama’s trip. “I feel really good about what we did here in the state of Colorado,” Fields told reporters. “And I think the rest of the nation should follow suit.”

Sustainable committee eyes energy audit, water reduction for parks City Council discussed the city’s environmental, economic and social sustainability at the April 1 study session. In 2011, council made the creation of a sustainability plan a top priority. To complete the plan, the city formed a committee of volunteer employees to evaluate and improve Wheat Ridge’s current programs. Parks and Recreation Director Joyce Manwaring presented the committee’s findings before council at the study session. The committee requested hiring a sustainability coordinator but council denied the request, choosing to wait until the committee produced quantitative evidence for the plan. The committee broke the concept of sustainability into three categories: economic, social and environmental. Manwaring cited the 38th Avenue Cor-

‘Our city needs to be looked up as being forward thinking.’ Joyce Jay, District II councilwoman ridor Project, the Wheat Ridge Carnation Festival and the city’s use of King Soopers’ plastic bags in canine receptacles as examples of ways in which the city is already on the way to a more sustainable future. Moving forward, the committee will introduce water reduction goals for parks and energy audits for city facilities. District II Councilwoman Joyce Jay said she believes sustainability is crucial to the

evolution of the city. “Our city needs to be looked upon as being forward thinking,” said Jay. “That’s the kind of appearance that helps bring in families. Our community needs to be walkable and bikeable.” One of the proposed methods of spearheading the sustainability movement was to hire a sustainability coordinator that would engage Wheat Ridge with a

citywide plan. Councilmen Joseph DeMott from District IV and George Pond of District III felt that hiring someone in the initial stages of the plan would prove premature. “Sustainability has just become a lot more mainstream than it was. Long story short, I don’t think a sustainability coordinator is necessary at this time if we don’t have a specific goal,” said DeMott. While Jay agreed that a coordinator wasn’t necessary at this point in time, she said the community is excited about the steps council is taking. “I think our population really would like to see new improvements and new ways of thinking ... our population enjoys feeling like we are a group of forward thinking citizens,” she said.

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Commissioners survey road projects First project aims to improve traffic flow on South Golden Road By Glenn Wallace

gwallace@ourcoloradonews.com Construction on a roundabout at the Lena Gulch intersection is expected to begin in early summer, and be completed by the end of the year. The project was among the county’s list of transportation improvement projects discussed at the April 2 meeting of the Jefferson County’s Board of County Commissioners meeting. Transportation and Engineering Director Kevin French went through the 2013 list with the commissioners April 2. First on the list was ongoing work to improve traffic capacity and flow along South Golden Road, including a roundabout at the Lena Gulch intersection, and roadway improvements

between Quaker and Moss streets. The rest of the roadway improvements are complicated by the narrowness of the available roadway, with any extra roadway requiring the shifting of power poles and parking lots, French said. “On both sides of the road, you’ll see more space for pedestrians,” French said. District 1 Commissioner Faye Griffin asked if the nearby NREL facility had followed through on a verbal offer to help pay for improvements along Moss Street. French said the federal laboratory had not yet replied to the request. French said the South Golden corridor required the special attention because traffic projections show the road approaching as many as 25,000 vehicle trips a day in coming years. Also on the county’ s to-do list was a continuation of FASTER Safety Projects. FASTER (Funding Advancement for Surface Transportation and Economic Recovery) is a

grant program administered by the state to local governments for the purpose of improving pedestrian and alternate transportation infrastructure. “We look at shoulders, curbs and sidewalks, whenever we can, to be done in conjunction with repaving,” French said.

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Also during their April 2 meeting, the commissioners unanimously approved a four-lot subdivision on the northeastern side of North Table Mountain near Golden. A development of 34 residential lots was once proposed on the site, now called Wild Horse Mesa, but continuing access issues led the applicant to downgrade. At issue is the land’s only access along West 53rd Drive, a cul-de-sac road that already serves more than the 35 maximum recommended by county guidelines. There were plans of direct road access from Easley Road, but it

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would have required the land owner to negotiate with Jeffco Open Space, and with Denver Water for an easement and construction of a bridge over an irrigation ditch to reach the lots. “It just didn’t make economic sense, even with 34 lots,” applicant Susan Tindell said. There is an existing bridge over the ditch, currently used by maintenance crews, which both the applicant and Denver Water claim ownership over. The disputed bridge will be designated as an emergency evacuation route in case of fire. District 3 Commissioner Donald Rosier said it would be wrong to place the entire economic and legal burden to provide a secondary road access to residences along West 53rd just because it was the latest in a long line of developments along the road. He suggested instead, that the entire area look into a collaborative effort to improve access.

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Wheat Ridge Police have arrested a suspect wanted in connection with a stabbing at a motel in the city April 1. At 9:45 p.m. Monday, April 1, police were dispatched to Motel 6, 9920 W. 49th Ave. When police arrived, they found a man in his mid-40s with life-threatening stab wounds. The man’s name has not yet been released. On April 3, police received a tip that suspect Kyra Munford, 25, of Thornton was in Pueblo. Pueblo Police found the victim’s silver Munford Jeep Cherokee, which had been stolen following the incident. Wheat Ridge Police detectives arrested Munford and transported her back to Jefferson County. The victim’s vehicle and other items taken from the scene in the motel were also recovered. Munford is being held at the Jefferson County Detention Center on suspicion of criminal attempt of first-degree murder. She is being held with a $250,000 bond. As of Friday, April 5, the victim was still hospitalized at St. Anthony’s Hospital. Due to the severity of his wounds, the victim has not yet been able to assist detective with their investigation of the incident.

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Three parks organizations, celebrating three anniversaries, gathered at Red Rocks Amphitheatre April 5 for a fundraiser event dubbed “Party for Parks.” Jefferson County Open Space has been in existence for 40 years, Denver Mountain Parks for 100 years and Great Outdoors Colorado for 20 years. From left, Audobon Society of Greater Denver Executive Director Karl Brummert, along with two of his organization’s volunteers, Polly Reetz and Gene Reetz pose near the silent auction table. Photo by Glenn Wallace

Aircraft firms’ tax credit gets support Bill aims to boost employment in state

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vvela@ourcoloradonews. com A bill that would expand tax incentives for the purpose of new hires in the state’s aviation field is flying through the Legislature with bipartisan support. House Bill 1080 modifies the 2005 Aircraft Manufacturer New Employee Tax Credit, which provides a one-time $1,200 tax credit for a new employee hired by an aircraft manufacturer. The bill expands the available tax incentives to manufacturers that provide aircraft maintenance, repair and modification services, which were not included in the bill from eight years ago. Rep. Chris Holbert, RParker, a bill sponsor, said it’s important to extend the existing earned tax credits in an effort to attract highpaying jobs in a growing field, rather than having planes fly to other states just for the purposes of having repairs done. “We have to recognize that big carriers like United or Frontier, when they need to maintain an airplane, very often they’ll fly it to Wisconsin or Chicago to do the work there, and then bring it back,” he said. “I think it’s ridiculous that

Colorado is losing out on those job opportunities.” Holbert said he was approached about the idea for the bill by representatives from Centennial Airport. Airport Executive Director Robert Olislagers said Colorado is in a tough competition with other states for tax incentives for aviation jobs. “Twelve hundred dollars in tax credits doesn’t sound like a whole lot,” he said. “But, if you add that in with other incentives that Colorado counties are providing, it starts to add up.” Olislagers also said he hopes the bill will create more aviation jobs for veterans, especially when it comes to work that involves modifications of aircraft. The bill passed the House on April 5 by a vote of 61-2, with two members excused from the vote. “It’s a growing industry in Colorado,” said bill cosponsor Rep. Tracy KraftTharp, D-Arvada. “This bill helps aircraft manufacturers by being able to hire employees.” The bill now heads to the Senate.

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industry in Colorado. This bill helps aircraft manufacturers by being able to hire employees.’ Rep. Tracy KraftTharp, D-Arvada

State lawmakers have voted to renew a rarely used program that gives struggling businesses an alternative to laying off employees. Senate Bill 157, which has passed both chambers of the Democratic-controlled General Assembly on party-line votes, would extend the Colorado Work Share Program indefinitely. The program gives businesses Report the opportunity to keep their workers at reduced hours, rather than laying them off altogether. Under the program, which businesses can enter into on a voluntary basis, employees receive prorated unemployment benefits to compensate for the loss of hours. Workers can receive up to 26 weeks of prorated unemployment benefits through Colorado Work Share, under recent federal changes made to the program. The program receives federal money for reimbursement, rather than adversely affecting the state’s Unemployment Insurance Fund. Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp, D-Arvada, a House sponsor of the bill, said the program allows businesses that are going through a “temporary tough time” to keep skilled workers, instead of losing them. Kraft-Tharp said in a recent interview that the program helps companies like Vestas Wind Systems, which has re-

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duced employees’ hours at their Brighton, Pueblo and Windsor wind-power factories. “This is a pretty specialized field,” she said. “We don’t want to lose those people, or have them move away.” The Work Share program, which was put in place in 2010, and is administered under the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, had to be taken up again by the General Assembly because it is scheduled to sunset in July. The bill keeps the program going, while making adjustments to keep it in line with federal guidelines. Kraft-Tharp acknowledges that the program isn’t well-known, and that only a handful of Colorado businesses are taking advantage of it. But she expects that to change soon. “There was no money for Department of Labor staff time when it passed in 2010, so the state has not been able to promote this,” she said. “But, with the new changes, we can access federal grants, so we can allocate staff time to support it.” Republicans are opposed to the continuation of the program. The bill passed the Senate without any GOP support in March, and again in the House on April 2. Rep. Brian DelGrosso, R-Loveland, said during a recent debate on the House floor that businesses that pay into the state’s unemployment insurance trust fund could essentially end up paying the wages for competitors’ workers, even though the workers are still employed there. “So, potentially you can have a competitor down the street paying for the employees of a fellow competitor somewhere else in town,” DelGrosso said. But Kraft-Tharp sees value in the program. “The bottom line is, if you’re going to be laid off … and if we can help you, we’re going to help you,” she said. “It’s about keeping people employed and keeping their paychecks coming home.”

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April 11, 2013

Jeffco schools talent shines Annual shows highlight middle schools, teachers By Clarke Reader

creader@ourcoloradonews.com Jeffco middle school students and teachers have the chance to show off their artistic talents at the annual Jefferson Foundation Middle School Art Exhibit and the Ninth Annual Jeffco Juried Teachers Exhibit. Both shows are on display at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway, and Civic Center, 480 S. Allison Parkway,

“And the Spaghetti Spilled” by Jacqueline Pedlow of Creighton Middle. Courtesy photo

JEFFERSON FOUNDATION MIDDLE SCHOOL ART EXHIBIT WHAT: The Jefferson Foundation Middle School Art Exhibit and the Ninth Annual Jeffco Juried Teachers Exhibit

WHERE: Middle School - North and Mezzanine galleries, Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway

TEACHERS: James J. Richey gallery, Civic Center, 480 S. Allison Parkway WHEN: Through May 5 Artist reception 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, April 25 COST: Free INFORMATION: Contact Lorene Joos at lorjoo@lakewood.org or www.

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through May 5. There is a free artist reception for both exhibits from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, April 25, at the galleries. “We have had the middle school exhibit here for more than 10 years,” said arts curator Lorene Joos. “It’s one of the exhibits our city employees really look forward to.” The Jefferson Foundation Middle School Art Exhibit is a juried show that fills up the Cultural Center’s North and Mezzanine galleries. There are all kinds of styles and works on display and Joos said that a common question staff hears from visitors is “are those really middle school students?” “Throughout the time the exhibit is on display we see dads coming in to see their children’s work, and grandparents visiting as well,” she said. “It’s also great to see the students show up for the artist reception.” Joos said one of the best things about art education for students is that it helps students to think creatively. She said in art there are no right answers, and the exhibit shows that because visitors will see how many variations there are on the same assignment. The Ninth Annual Jeffco Juried Teachers Exhibit is on

display at the Civic Center’s James J. Richey gallery. It’s not just for art teachers, but any who wants to contribute a piece for consideration. The exhibit features works in a variety of mediums, including ceramics, sculpture, photography, painting, drawing, collage and mixed media. “We get a lot of the teacher’s students and former students stop by to see the work they do,” Joos said. This year’s exhibit is sponsored by the Heritage, Culture and the Arts (HCA) Alliance for the first time. Part of that sponsorship means there will be prizes handed out, including an $1,000 winning prize. According to Debbie Koop, the president of the HCA Alliance, the organization wanted to sponsor the event to acknowledge all the work that teachers do. “This is the first time we’re giving money for prizes, but we really like to support the art community in Lakewood because they do such wonderful things,” Koop said. “We really wanted to support the schools as well, especially the teachers who work so hard.” For more information on the exhibit, contact Joos at lorjoo@lakewood.org or visit www.lakewood.org.

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Two days after an attempted sexual assault of a teenage girl in south Jeffco, Sheriff’s deputies arrested Xavier Sebastian McDaniel, 20. The assault took place April 4, in an apartment near South Simms Street and West Bowles Avenue. The victim suffered injuries, but was able to fight off the suspect, and described the suspect’s vehicle. Investigators located the car in the apartment complex. McDaniel is a resident of that complex. Investigators found McDaniel at his place of employment in Douglas County, where they placed him under arrest. McDaniel is being on $1 million bond, on suspicion of first-degree burglary and attempted sexual assault causing serious bodily injury.

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April 11, 2013

Jeffco ranked ground zero

President Barack Obama, left, and former Gov. Mitt Romney, right, both met with supporters at rallies in Jefferson County last year. File photos

Colorado becomes battleground state By Glenn Wallace

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ike it or not, Colorado is now undoubtedly a battleground state in the war of national politics. Statisticians like the New York Times’ Nate Silver have even identified Colorado as “the tipping point,” with its modest nine electoral votes proving to be crucial votes for Barack Obama to ensure victories in both 2008 and 2012. “Colorado has gone from being a relatively safe Republican state to a very important battleground state,” said Brendan Doherty, a political science researcher at the U.S. Naval Academy. Doherty has tracked and analyzed presidential travel patterns since the Carter administration, and said his research clearly indicates that presidents and their opponents recognize Colorado’s pivotal importance as well.

sources in Colorado, particularly in Jefferson County where he held three separate rallies, including a sell-out event at Red Rocks Amphitheater. According to the National Journal, more than $48 million was spent on Colorado media spots by the Democrat and Republican candidates and their national parties between May and November 2012.

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The data unsurprisingly shows competitive states with more electoral votes get the most attention. Proximity to Washington, D.C., also seems to result in more visits, easier to make a morning appearance and still be back in the White House for afternoon briefings. The state travel list shifts over time though. From January 2012 to Election Day, Colorado was Obama’s fourth most visited state, since he spent 15 days here, trailing only Ohio (23 days), Virginia (23 days) and Florida (18 days). Republican presidential candidate Gov. Mitt Romney also spent considerable time and re-

Swing state

The amount of time and resources spent in the state reflects a belief that is shared by both of the nation’s major political parties: Colorado is winnable. Before 1992, the state had voted for the Republican candidate in every presidential race, going all the way back to Lyndon Johnson. But within the last six presidential elections the state has voted three times for the Republican candidate, and three times for the Democrat. The swing in voting margin is pronounced: George W. Bush beat Al Gore by nine points, but

just eight years later Obama won by the same margin over John McCain. “Colorado has always been a very independent-minded state,” Colorado GOP Chairman Ryan Call said, pointing out the Centennial State’s tradition of often electing a Republican majority to the Legislature, alongside a moderate Democrat for governor. Colorado Democratic Party Chairman Rick Palacio said much the same. He said that in Jeffco there is almost a perfect threeway balance between registered Democrats, Republicans and Independents. “I think we’re one of the most evenly divided states in the nation. And Jefferson County really is a microcosm for the rest of the state,” Palacio said. Some counties are safely in the hands of one party, like El Paso County for the GOP and Boulder County for the Democrats. “They kind of cancel each other out, so to win the state it becomes all about those swing counties, like Arapahoe County and Jefferson County,” Call said.

Looking ahead

‘Colorado has gone from being a relatively safe Republican state to a very important battleground state.’ Brendan Doherty, political science researcher

Demographic trends and new voter registrations tend to favor the Democratic Party, but Call said he thinks Colorado’s independent nature, and recent “overreaches” of legislative policy by Democrats at the state and federal level will cause the pendulum to swing back in the GOP’s

favor in the future. “I think Colorado will continue to be a battleground to see what party and philosophy will carry the day. I think that is healthy because it keeps politicians more accountable, and closer to the electorate,” Call said. Palacio said he also sees the state remaining a swing state for the foreseeable future. “I think Coloradans just vote for the higher quality candidate, and in 2012 that was definitely the Democrats,” Palacio said. According to Doherty, battleground states clearly receive more campaign and media focus, which has economic benefits, but also the side effect of bombarding residents with an even greater number of political ads. Presidential candidates will be likely to continue visiting the state. Doherty said that there “definitely the perception” that all those visits make the winning candidate more sensitive to the wants and needs of a state. All those candidate visits are not without their own costs, starting with multiple road closures. Secret Service also requires local law enforcement to assist in presidential candidate security, racking up tens of thousands of dollars in staffing costs for even the shortest of rallies. That money is never reimbursed. “But votes matter more in a battleground state,” Doherty said. “I’d say that’s the biggest benefit.”

Colorado’s voting history in presidential elections for the past 25 years: 2012

2004

Barack Obama (D) 51 percent to 46 percent

1996

George W. Bush (R) 52 percent to 47 percent

2008 Barack Obama (D) 54 percent to 45 percent

1988

George H.W. Bush (R) 53 percent to 45 percent

Bob Dole (R) 46 percent to 44 percent

2000 George W. Bush (R) 51 percent to 42 percent

1992

Bill Clinton (D) 40 percent to 36 percent

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Finding right level of tolerance So what is an acceptable level of tolerance? I guess the answer is really situational, as in some instances we can be or become extremely tolerant and in other cases find our patience being tried and maybe even fried. Thresholds vary based on our personality and are shaped by our life experiences. For example, someone who has been living with chronic pain or frequent injuries may have built up a tolerance to pain. Treatments and therapies that used to be exceedingly painful have become more tolerable. Aches and pains that were so severe that they sidelined us from life’s activities have given way to our desire to do more. I know many people in this very situation right now. They are suffering from bad backs, hips, knees, cancer, diabetes and other debilitating diseases. I have seen these same people rise to the occasion and get themselves to an acceptable level of tolerance associated with their pain. The pain or hurt doesn’t go away, it’s

just that over time they have conditioned themselves to accept as much as they possibly can. What about at work? Where do we draw the line and hold people accountable for performance and productivity? What is our acceptable level of tolerance when either our staff or our managers are not working at the expected level of performance? We can choose to ignore it and hope it will get better, which never works, or we can have a calm and productive discussion and re-set expectations for everyone. I know for me personally, as a leader or manager and even as an employee, I

always felt like others were not keeping up with my pace. This included my managers and senior executives. In this case it was not a matter of having a discussion with others and re-setting expectations, it was about me realizing that I needed to adjust my acceptable level of tolerance. Once I made that adjustment and got to that point of acceptance, I became less resentful and much more productive. How much are we tolerating in our relationships? Do our partners, spouses, children, parents, and friends support us and do everything they can to make us feel appreciated, respected and loved? And if not, do we accept that, sweep it under the rug, and again hope that it gets better? It never works. We need to share with everyone what we are willing to accept and tolerate and what we are not. And as difficult as that may sound, once the conversations have happened in most cases things will begin to get much better. And as a consumer, as a customer, what is our acceptable level of tolerance?

We can choose to continue to shop or eat or drink at places where we don’t feel appreciated and receive poor service, or we can decide that there are probably better options, a store, restaurant or bar where the attention to customer service and quality surpasses our expectations. The point is this: We are in control. We get to determine what we will accept and what we will not. We set the thresholds of tolerance, not anyone else. It is a freeing and liberating feeling when we finally get to that point and our opportunities to enjoy life increase proportionally. How about you — what are you willing to tolerate? I would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@gmail.com, and my hope is that this will be a better than good week for you. Michael Norton, a resident of Highlands Ranch, is the former president of the Zig Ziglar organization and CEO and founder of www.candogo.com

Arvada Center produces an outstanding show

Once again the Arvada Center has done an outstanding job with a beloved classic. Under the direction of Rod Lansberry, “Man of La Mancha,” the award winning musical, is vaulted to a whole new level. The Lansberry rendition is far more straightforward and serious than the other iterations I have seen, and I like it very much. I finally actually understand the story within the story of Cervantes, along with his servant, being falsely imprisoned. inue In an attempt to secure their wellbeing, Cerwhat vantes, an author and actor presents a play to carry his fellow prisoners. Thanks, Rod. althy The cast was so talented that it took my more breath away. Every aspect of the production was the done to near perfection. I suppose at this point I should point out a flaw or two. s the Sorry, none come to mind. One of my favore for ite tunes from the musical is “Dulcinea,” and I can’t get it out of my head. vote Strangely though, that’s all right with me. The date, run ends on April 14. For tix and info: 720-898nitely 7200 or www.arvadacenter.org. . attle- ‘A Weekend with Pablo Picasso’ ceive The Denver Center Theatre Company’s proocus, duction “A Weekend with Pablo Picasso” turned , but bardeater resiikely . defit all ning o the

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out to be one of the most interesting pieces of theater I’ve seen in recent memory. Herbert Siguenza not only wrote the intriguing play, but he plays the title role in the oneman show. The story is inspired by the writings of the eccentric artist. Siguenza is Picasso. He plays the role with abandon and conviction. His interactions with the audience are charming and certainly capture the interest of those present, as they watch him paint. It appears that he is actually a pretty fair artist in his own right and there’s a surprise for one chosen member of said audience at the end of the performance. Just one note of warning, there is no intermission so plan ahead.

If you are a Democrat, you’ll love the philosophy espoused in “Other Desert Cities.” If you’re a Republican, as we say in the vernacular, not so much. There is, however, much to appreciate regardless of political persuasion. The well-told story features unanticipated surprises as family secrets emerge. The very liberal author-daughter from New York returns to her childhood home in Palm Springs for Christmas. She has written a new book and is rightfully concerned about her family’s reaction. The tension mounts as she and her Reagan Republican parents fall into old patterns. A brother and an aunt add texture to this intriguing production while strong acting propels the plot. Unfortunately, I missed some of the dialogue from the soft-spoken daughter. I corrected that situation at intermission by getting a headset to amplify the sound. Both “A Weekend with Pablo Picasso” and “Other Desert Cities” run through April 28 at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. For tix and info: 303-893-4100 or www.denvercenter. org. Until next time, I’ll see you around town.

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OPINIONS/YOURS AND OURS

Amid tragedy is forgiveness, accountability Forgiveness itself is not often a topic in an editorial, but the recent words of Lisa Clements, wife of slain Colorado prisons chief Tom Clements, inspire food for thought. She stood with her two daughters by her side at her husband’s service March 25 in Colorado Springs and said, “We pray for forgiveness and peace for the family of the man suspected of taking Tom’s life, and we pray every day for forgiveness and peace in our own hearts.” She noted she shares her husband’s belief in redemption and the ability for the human heart to be changed. Her comments echo many other expressions of forgiveness in news reports

OUR VIEW through the years. One surely was the reaction of the Amish community in Lancaster, Pa., after a 32-year-old gunman killed several girls in a one-room schoolhouse before killing himself in 2006. While the Amish community was not inclined to interact with the media, its stance was clear to not think evil of the gunman and instead pray for the shooter’s family,

Do you prepare your own taxes? As this year’s tax filing deadline on April 15 quickly approaches, we took a few moments to ask local residents about their filing preferences on a warm Sunday afternoon at the Margaret Carpenter Park and Open Space in Thornton.

“I’ve had someone prepare it for me for the past five years because when I tried to prepare my own taxes, I messed up and forgot that I sold some stocks and the IRS said I owed them additional money.” — Darrin McKinnon, Brighton

“It’s too hard for me to do it, so it’s easier to me to have someone else work on it instead of having to explain the tax laws and translate it into English because it’s my second language.” — Ana Cobos, Brighton

“I did the tax returns for my wife and I have for many years, but because my wife still has a deal with a tax service for a small business that we just closed up, we decided to have someone else prepare it for us this year.” — Tom Rice, Commerce City

“I usually have someone prepare my taxes for me, because it takes a lot of time and can be very difficult to understand at times — you don’t want to make a mistake.” — Jorge Beckmann, Brighton

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while each person’s offer of forgiveness is based on various factors — such as whether remorse is expressed — a commitment to forgiveness reflects the best in all of us, a step toward mending and somehow improving the future to come. In a recent CNN interview, Lisa Clements said she could be enraged but chooses not to be angry with news that an errant court proceeding allowed the gunman to be released from prison four years early. She said she will not let it consume her. While she supports this need for accountability, we admire her strength as she champions a commitment to forgiveness and the steadfast view she shares with her husband that people can change.

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which was further conveyed by neighbors who interacted with the tight-knit community. Some Amish even reached out to comfort the family of the gunman. Although the level of forgiveness to some surely seemed too generous, it seemed to quiet the surrounding community as it respectfully honored the perspective of its neighbors, the direct victims of the shooting. We noticed a similar effect following Lisa Clements’ thoughtful statements. The complex mix of grieving, accountability and forgiveness is too much for any one editorial, but we venture to say the heart does not so quickly follow the mind once someone has decided to forgive. And

Doing taxes this week so I have very little brain-RAM to spare — certainly not enough to keep a coherent train of thought together. But, nevertheless, a handful of thoughts have penetrated the IRS-induced stupor, and here’s the result: • In case you were keeping score, this Legislature, which, according to Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp, et al., has “the economy as their No. 1 focus,” has so far managed to pass bills that drove away 2,000 jobs, while not yet getting around to passing anything to help the economy. • I rarely have control of the TV remote, so I don’t often get to just flip around the prime time lineup to see what’s on. But the other night, I was flipping around, and I caught a glimpse of the show “Smash.” And there, on the screen, is Bernadette Peters, one of the grand dames of musical theater, singing a beautiful duet. Y’know, there are people in this world whose talent is so prodigious that it lights up a room, even through the television screen. I wonder if she was ever told not to pursue her dreams because her test scores were too low ... • Regarding Coach Mike Rice and the Rutgers basketball team: In this day and age, barely six months removed from an election which a man lost in part because of a cell phone video, for a person in a position of power to lose control in a public place like that is inexcusable. All the rest aside, he might just be too dumb to have that job. • I am slightly encouraged that Sen. Mike Johnston’s education funding bill includes $100 million for innovation. Maybe we can use that to stop talking about testing and start driving for real innovation. • Speaking of luminous talents, over the last week, I have caught on cable parts of the movies “Outbreak,””Congo,””The 13th

Warrior” and “Twister,” all brought to us from the prolific mind of Michael Crichton. • And I’m so glad to see that the Associated Press has officially decided to drop the use of the term “Illegal Immigrant” to describe people who have, um, immigrated to this country illegally. George Orwell, phone home. • Come to think of it, there is one class of people whose employment I would love to see reduced: tax attorneys. And not that I have anything against tax attorneys, but the Byzantine nature of the U.S. tax code is really only good for two things: attorney employment, and I hear it makes a great reinforcement to sand walls in case of a flood. • And in case you missed it, through the first series of the major league baseball season (three games), every team but one has a loss. That’s the nature of baseball — it’s such a long season that even the best teams lose a lot of games, and I’ve always felt there’s a lot more to be learned in a loss than in a win. It’s called character, and it’s why baseball used to be such an important part of the American fabric. 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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Literacy matters in a democratic society

Don’t you just love rankings, checking out where we stack up against others? For example, Colorado ess isconsistently ranks as the most fit state heth-in the nation. ment But did you know that Arvada of us,ranks No. 6 among the most physiw im-cally active cities in America? And last year, Jefferson County was recognized lem-for best wellness programs in the oosesworkplace. rrant One recent ranking places the to beDenver area in the top five in another important category: most literate e her.cities. ount- Up from 10th last year, Denver is ham-now No. 5, based on number of bookd thestores, library resources, newspaper bandcirculation, periodical publishing resources, Internet resources, and educational attainment. This particular set of factors measures people’s use of their literacy, considered essential to individual economic success, civic participation and the quality of life in a community. The survey, conducted by Central Connecticut State University, expands the definition of reading, too, by counting online book orders, e-book readers, and page views on local newspaper websites. Those of us who live here — with our fantastic library resources and our strong educational institutions — can understand why we rank so high. Washington, D.C., Seattle and Minneapolis stayed at numbers 1, 2 and 3 respectively. However, literacy continues to be a

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fosters the growth of self-identity and encourages individual and selfanalytical thinking. Literacy enhances the ability to read, infer and draw conclusions. And, importantly, literacy gives us a stake in our democracy, because citizens who can read and write and think can make more informed decisions. It will be interesting to see what happens to our nation’s literacy rates in the 10 years between 2003 and 2013, although we won’t have that data for a few more years. In any case, we seem to be faring well here at home at using our literacy. It’s up to us, though, to keep Colorado and our communities on an upward trend. We need to support our schools and libraries, and our area’s thriving literary community. We must read to our kids and read ourselves to sleep. We need to read, to think, to share. Because everyone benefits when citizens participate in our democratic society as informed decision makers. That’s why literacy matters. So, say it loud and say it proud: “We’re No. 5!”

challenge for our nation overall. Data from the 2007 National Assessment of Adult Literacy (NAAL) shows that literacy proficiency declined from 1992 to 2003, the most recent study period. Broadly, NAAL defines literacy as the skills required to perform tasks that include “the ability to use printed and written information to function in society, to achieve one’s goals, and to develop one’s knowledge and potential.” What’s troubling is that scores for adults at all levels of education declined during this period, some significantly. Adults with some high school were down nine points in “prose literacy” (locating and comparing information, for example) and high school graduates were down six points in prose. Alarmingly, college graduates were down 11 points in prose and 14 points in “document literacy” (reading a map or bus schedule), and adults with graduate studies or degrees were down 13 points in prose and 17 points in document literacy. Literacy in our country and our communities matters. Literacy

Andrea Doray is a writer who speaks around the country about the importance of adult literacy. She also champions free speech, freedom of the press, and funny stories. Contact her at a.doray@andreadoray.com.

HAVE A STORY IDEA? Email your ideas to Wheat Ridge Transcript Community Editor Sara Van Cleve at svancleve@ourcoloradonews.com or call her at 303-566-4138.

Former Transcript Publisher W.C. King dies March 31 at 87. Mr. King’s 60-year career included newspapers in Golden, Idaho Springs, Summit County, Leadville, and Gunnison, CO. He is survived by five daughters, two sons, and four grandchildren. Services will be at Mountain Shadows Presbyterian Church, Tucson, AZ, April 13, 2013.

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Travis Michael EvansLombe, age 14, of Golden, CO, passed away March 28, 2013. Travis is survived by his mother, Marcia EvansLombe; his sister, Nicole Marso; his niece, Aspen Fisher; and his brother-inlaw, Nick Fisher, all of Golden; his cousins, Tarik Berkstresser of Adair, Oklahoma; Jack Clayton of Lawrence, KS; and Anna De-l and Rosa Evans-Lombe of Pittsburg, KS; his aunts and uncles, Marianne Evans-Lombe of Pittsburg, KS; Michael and Monica Evans-Lombe of Merriam, KS; and Mindi and David Rice of Bedford, Texas; and his grandparents, Judith and Spencer Evans-Lombe of Coffeyville, KS. He is also

survived by his father and an older sister. A memorial service for Travis was held at New Hope Community Church, 16800 W 9th Ave, Golden, CO on Thursday, April 4, 2013 at 4 p.m. A potluck and firework show will follow the service. Travis’ passion was skateboarding and a fund has been set up to open a community skate park in memory of Travis. Donations to the Travis Evans-Lombe Memorial Skate Park can be made online at www.gofundme.com/ Travis-MemorialSkatePark. Travis was a beautiful boy. In his honor, please hug, smile at, or make laugh, the next 14-year-old boy that you see.

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Rick (Joe Derry) deals with an angry Sheila Wonderly (Jillian Price) in “Murder at the Café Noir.”

Rick Archer (Doug Tisdale) and Sheila Wonderly (Jillian Price) share a kiss in “Murder at Café Noir,” a dinner theater production playing at The Briarwood Inn. Courtesy photos

Briarwood hosts Casablanca-style murder mystery By Clarke Reader

creader@ourcoloradonews.com A tough as nails private eye, a mysterious femme fatale and more than a few shady characters. If this sounds like a Raymond Chandler novel or a Humphrey Bogart picture, it wouldn’t be far from the mark. It’s a snapshot of the “Murder at Cafe Noir,” a dinner theater production at the Briarwood Inn, presented by The Edge Theatre. The play runs on April 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 and May 3 and 4 at the Briarwood, 1630 8th St. in Golden. Tickets are $65 (plus tax and service). Cocktails start at 6:30 p.m. and dinner and the show starts at 7 p.m. “Murder at Cafe Noir” is the first in a trilogy of plays penned by New Jersey playwright David Landau, all of which take the film noir genre from the 1930s and ’40s and bring it to life on stage for diners. “We really try to bring to life those great

old black-and-white films,” said director Cindy Ergenbright. “We have all the actors dress in only black and white and encourage the audience to wear ‘40s style black, white or gray attire.” Ergenbright has served on the board for The Edge and has a lot of connections to the theater, so when the Briarwood called to see if The Edge could do a murder mystery show, she stepped up. “I really like the dinner theater atmosphere because I’m not one of those directors who has everything pre-planned,” she said. “I prefer to have the actors do what they’re feeling, and it becomes much more organic. It’s a nice way to let them have control over what they do.” The story follows Rick Archer, private eye, who gets hired to find a runaway woman, and follows her to the island of Mustique, part of the Grenadine Islands in the Caribbean. The owner of the local watering hole has been found murdered and the woman he’s searching for was the last per-

Black-market dealer Anthony Cairo (Andrew Parker) and Marie Larue (Lauren Russell) trade information in “Murder at Café Noir.”

If you go WHAT: “Murder at Cafe Noir” presented by The Edge

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WHERE: Briarwood Inn 1630 8th St., Golden

WHEN: April 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 and May 3 Cocktails start at 6:30 p.m. and dinner and the show starts at 7 p.m.

COST: $65 (plus tax and service) INFORMATION: call 303-279-3121 or visit www. thebriarwoodinn.com. son seen with him. It’s up to Archer to sort through the riffraff that’s washed into the Cafe Noir — from the manager Madam Toreau, black-market dealer Anthony Cairo and disgraced British barrister Simon Gutterman — and find out who the real murderer is. Actor Michael Parker — who plays Gutterman — started his career in New Jersey and was in the first production of “Murder at the Cafe Noir,” and has played several roles in various other productions. He said the show is reminiscent of “Casablanca,” and that doing the play in the dinner-theater format is a great way to keep the show fresh. “It’s so much more fun this way, because you have the play and improv at the same time,” he said. “It’s the same show every night, yet different depending on the audience responses. It’s the best of both worlds.” One of Parker’s favorite parts of the show is the writing, and how strong the mystery is. “If you like detective stories, you’re going to love this,” he said. “You really have to know how to figure out a mystery to solve this. There is a lot of fun, and a few red herrings along the way.” The Briarwood will be serving food based around the show, and Ergenbright said it’s a beautiful venue for the show. “There’s an entertaining show, music and the food — it’s a great evening,” she said.

Remember when “take me out to the ball game” meant a meal of peanuts and crackerjack along with a hot dog and beer? So imagine what a healthy home run that Aramark, Coors Field’s exclusive concessionaire, is hitting with the introduction of a sustainable garden located at Gate A of the ball field. The Colorado Rockies and Aramark have partnered with The Institute for the Built Environment at Colorado State University and Designs by Sundown to produce the on-site garden, which will provide the concessionaire with herbs and vegetables for use in Coors Field’s Mountain Ranch Club menu and build-your-own salad station. The design of “The Garden,” which is its official name, mimics a baseball stadium, with raised beds terracing upward from The Garden’s “infield” to the outfield and then to the stands. Ornamental flowers, followed by herbs, followed by vegetables will be on display for fans that pass through Gate A over the course of the Rockies’ season. The beds will be constructed of beetle kill pinewood sourced from Morgan Timber Products of Fort Collins. The plantings will be propagated at CSU from seeds adapted to the Colorado climate. The installation of The Garden marks a further commitment by the Rockies and Aramark to develop environmentally friendly programs in alignment with Major League Baseball’s recent green focus. On the other side of the snack spectrum, Aramark has added plenty of indulgent items that first were offered with last the April 5 home opener. They are: • Sausage on a stick — Italian, smoked cheddar, spicy Polish sausage. • Carnitas nachos — tortilla chips smothered in green chili queso topped with pork carnitas, jalapenos, pico de gallo and sour cream. • Smothered empanada — topped with former Bronco Mark Schlereth’s Stinkin’ Green Chili, shredded lettuce, pico de gallo and sour cream. • Pizza nachos — fresh fried pizza dough chips topped with house-made marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, diced pepperoni and sausage. • Rib eye sandwich — a 4-ounce rib eye served with sliced Havarti horseradish cheese, topped with onion tanglers and tangy gold barbecue sauce. • Souvenir refillable popcorn.

Laird lands at Sarto’s

Since talented chef Brian Laird left Barolo Grill, after a 12-year stint in command of the kitchen, he bounced around Denver’s dining scene between the nowshuttered Russo’s in the Vallagio development in Arapahoe County to the nowshuttered RockBar on East Colfax to Sketch at 101 Broadway. I don’t think that Laird knew what he wanted to do when he grew up. But the boy wonder (he looks younger than his years) finally has landed at a spot I think he can call home. Sarto’s, a northern Italian eatery poised to open in the fall in a vacant century-old property at the corner of Eliot Street and 25th Avenue, will be the centerpiece of an emerging neighborhood between Highland and Sports Authority Field. Laird and majority owners Taylor Swallow and Kjsa Gotlin share a passion for northern Italian cuisine, which will be adapted to reflect contemporary tastes. Parker continues on Page 19

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THURSDAY/APRIL 11; MAY 3, 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, April 11, 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. 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/APRIL 11; APRIL 13 KITE MAKING Assemble, decorate and take home

your own sled kite at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada, from 4-5 p.m. Thursday, April 11. Make sure to come out and fly your new kite at the free Arvada Kite Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at Robby Ferrufino Park. Watch the pros fly their kites at this Arvada Festivals Commission event. All materials are included in the fee. Call 720-898-7405 to register. Class open to ages 4-10 years.

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY/APRIL 12-13 THEATER SHOW Colorado ACTS Theater presents “The

Sign on Rosie’s Door” at 7 p.m. Friday, April 12, and at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at 9460 W. 58th Ave., Arvada.

Based on the book of the same name, the play is a story of how young Rosie and her neighborhood friends find fun and wonderful ways to fill their summer days. Call 303-456-6772 or visit www.coloradoacts.org.

FRIDAY/APRIL 12 to June 14 AGELESS JAZZ Laurie Wood leads a fun-filled, energetic, basic jazz dance class from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Fridays from April 12 to June 14 at the Arvada Center. Wood is a dancer, choreographer and healing artist with more than 25 years’ experience teaching movement classes to all ages and populations. Wear tennis shoes or jazz shoes and dress comfortably. Call 720-898-7200 for information on costs and to register. SATURDAY/APRIL 13 BIRD WALK Are you ready to see some amazing birds

that may visit your back yard? April is a spectacular time of year to see a variety of birds, and you can see them at the beginning bird walk from 8-10 a.m. Saturday, April 13, at Majestic View Park, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. After an introduction, stroll around Oberon Lake to view resident and migratory birds. Bring binoculars and field guides if you have them. Spotting scope will be provided. Sign up early. Open to ages 10 and older; no cost. Visit www.arvada.org/nature.

MOVIE SHOWING Living Light of Peace, 5925 Miller, will show “Bending the Spear” at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, April 13. The movie’s title is a Uganda symbol for peacemaking and is about forgiveness and the regional wars in Africa, highlighted last year by the internet phenomenon KONY 2012. Movie is free. CANINE FIRST aid Lean how to perform canine CPR

and first aid from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at Doggie Delights, 1432 S. Broadway, Denver. Students use canine CPR manikins to perform “mouth to snout” breathing and compressions. The class content covers more than 20 first aid items including kits, torn pads, dog fights, seizures, broken bones, electrical injuries, muzzling and bleeding control. Special attention will be paid to choking, bloat and poisons. Registration is required, and half the fee will be donated to the Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue in Lakewood. No dogs allowed at this event. To register, visit www.mishamayfoundation.org. For information, email mishamayfoundation@gmail.com or call 303239-0382.

SPRING RECITAL The Jefferson Symphony Orchestra presents the third concert in its 2012-13 recital series at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at First United Methodist Church, Golden. Tickets are available at the door. Visit www.jeffsymphony.org, email office@jeffsymphony.org or call 303-278-4237. BEEKEEPING WORKSHOP EarthLinks presents a special double-workshop. The first is Backyard Beekeeping, led by local expert Judith Moran, from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 13. A free lunch will be served at noon, and the second workshop, Native Pollinators, will follow from 1-2 p.m. Entomologist Amber Partridge and horticulturist Amy Yarger of the Butterfly Pavilion will lead the second session. Both workshops will be at EarthLinks, 2828 Larimer St., Denver. Visit www. EarthLinks-Colorado.org/Events. RECITAL CONCERT Jefferson Symphony Orchestra Your week continues on Page 20

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Laird will craft a seasonal madefrom-scratch menu featuring locally sourced products, hand-selected Italian specialty items, antipasti creations, house-made pasta and woodfired selections. A floor-to-ceiling bar will feature custom cocktails, Italian wines and beers, as well as a handful of domestic selections. The space will seat 90 indoors and include covered patio seating outdoors. Adjacent to the restaurant will be Sarto’s Pantry, which will offer quick bites for lunch or dinner including soups, sandwiches, salads and pizzas, plus take-home ingredients such as fresh pastas, sauces, meats and cheeses. For more information, visit www. sartos.com or www.facebook.com/ sartosdenver or follow on Twitter @ sartosdenver.

Singin’ and dancin’ in Denver

“Ballroom with a Twist,” a super show coming to the Buell Theatre June 8 and 9, combines celebrity pros from “Dancing With the Stars” with “American Idol” and “So You Think You Can Dance “ finalists. The international dance production, with stunning costumes and performances that push the boundaries of ballroom dancing, features “Dancing With the Stars” competitors Jonathan Roberts, Anna Trebunskaya, Tristan MacManus and Chelsie Hightower. “American Idol” finalists are Gina Glocksen (season six) and Von Smith (season eight). “So You Think You Can Dance” finalists are Randi Lynn Strong, Jonathan Platero and Legacy. “Dancing With the Stars” Emmynominated Louis van Amstel’s choreography brings sizzling dance moves and fancy flash to this family-friendly evening. Single tickets for “Ballroom With a Twist” start at $20. To charge by phone, call Denver Center ticket services at 303-893-4100 or buy online at www.denvercenter.org.

Wheat Ridge Explorer program returns

The Wheat Ridge police department is bringing back its Explorer program for young men and women ages 14 1Ž2-20. The Wheat Ridge PD is holding an open house from 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, April 11 at the department headquarters at7500 West 29th Avenue. For more information contact Sergeant Jon Pickett at

303-235-2914 or visit www.exploring. learningforlife.org/services/careerexploring/law-enforcement/.

Good eats in Estes

If it works for Denver, why can’t it work for Estes Park? Estes Park Restaurant Week takes place from April 12 through 25. The deal? Enjoy a three-course meal for only $20.13. The week winds up with Taste of Estes on April 25, with area restaurants participating at the Conference Center at Rocky Mountain Park Inn. Some participating restaurants in Estes Park Restaurant Week will offer breakfast and lunch specials or upgraded dinner packages at $30.13 or $40.14. See more restaurant and menu information at www. dineestespark.com/Page_2.php.

Mornings with Moreno

I told you recently that CBS4 has hired Britt Moreno from KSAZ-TV in Phoenix, as Alan Gionet’s other half on the “CBS4 Morning News” at 5 and 6 a.m. as well as on the noon news. The news is that Moreno has made her morning debut. “We are very pleased to have Britt join CBS4,” said news director Tim Wieland. “She is a great journalist who connects with viewers and will be a strong addition to our talented team.” Moreno, who is bilingual, is originally from Austin. She attended Trinity University in San Antonio, where she received degrees in communications and Spanish.

Morreale, city duel again

Jesse Morreale, the beleaguered owner of the historic 101 Broadway building — home of restaurants El Diablo and Sketch Wine Bar — must feel like Public Enemy No. 1 to Denver Mayor Michael Hancock’s administration. In the latest bout between the restaurateur and the city, Morreale was found to have violated his liquor license for allegedly serving alcohol to a minor — an allegation he vehemently denies. In the final order issued April 1 (ironically on April Fool’s Day, as Morreale points out), the Department of Excise and Licenses director Tom Downey sided with the hearing officer who found the restaurant in violation of its liquor license and recommended a penalty. The end result of the penalty gives Morreale until April 11 to choose six

days where the restaurants will not be allowed to serve liquor, and two of those days must include a Friday or Saturday. In no way does that mean the restaurants will have to shut down during those six liquor-free days. If he elects not to appeal and the order stands, Morreale said he’ll likely “make lemonade out of lemons” by branding those nights “family nights.” The underage liquor violation took place at El Diablo on Aug. 24 during an incident that Morreale called “a sting” by the Denver Police Department. But this latest dust-up isn’t Morreale’s first legal rodeo with the city. He famously fought the law last year when the city shut him down by deeming the building “unsafe” for public occupancy even though El Diablo had been serving diners for three years. Whether 101 Broadway has been repaired and now meets the city’s safety standards is a point of contention between both parties with no real resolution in sight. Stay tuned for updates on that evolving drama.

Hair-raising event in Arvada

If you’re in Arvada on April 19 check out a truly Epic Experience. Several community leaders will have their heads shaved at the D-Note, 7519 Grandview Ave. in Arvada from 5-7 p.m. as part of a fundraiser for the cancer charity, Epic Experience. D’Ametri’s Hair Salon will donate their time to shave heads and live music will be performed by the Duke Street Kings. Donations for this event can be made online at challenge.epicexperience.org/2013/EpicEventApril19/ DotWrightEpicEvent. Arvada Chamber of Commerce President Dot Wright, Arvada City Councilman Bob Dyer and several other local leaders will have their hair shorn during the event. Dyer says, “I am dedicating what little hair I have to those friends battling cancer and to the little dynamo who organized this adventure.” 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.blacktiecolorado.com. She can be reached at penny@blacktie-llc.com or at 303-6195209.

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presents the third concert in its 2012-13 recital series at 7 p.m.

AUDITIONS THE DJC Youth All-Stars is looking for ninth-,

10th- and 11th-grade clarinet, tenor sax, trumpet, trombone, tuba, string bass and drum set players. Auditions are from 6:30-9 p.m. Sunday, April 14; from 11:15 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Sunday, April 21; and from 6:30-9 p.m. Sunday, April 28, at Flesher-Hinton Music Store, 3936 Tennyson St., Denver. Audition music and recording are posted at www.bandresourcesunlimited.com. Intermediate to advanced jazz experience necessary; weekly rehearsals are on Sundays. For information and audition scheduling, contact ecan11@msn.com or 303-328-7277.

MONDAY/APRIL 15 BEGINNING BRIDGE Are you new to or have you never

Education Group meets from 7-8:30 p.m. April 15 at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St., Wheat Ridge. Meet in Classroom 1. The group will cover all the information needed to successfully fix and flip or buy rentals with positive cash flow.

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DOG TRAINING An introduction and overview of Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue’s programs will be offered from 7-9 p.m. Monday, April 15, at the Center for Wholistic Health, 8600 W. 14th Ave., Suite 3, Lakewood; from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, at Li’l Angel Pet Boutique, 1014 S. Gaylord St., Denver; and from 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 17, at Kriser’s

Pet Supply, Colorado Mills, 14710 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood. Do dogs please. To RSVP or for information, email mishamayfoundation@gmail.com or call 303-239-0382.

MONDAY/APRIL 15, APRIL 29 GENTLE YOGA Living Water Spiritual Community offers a gentle yoga class specifically for folks managing chronic pain. The class at 7:30 p.m. Monday, April 15 and April 29 at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. Bring a mat, blanket and a water bottle. Email yogawithjammie@gmail.com. TUESDAY/APRIL 16 COMMUNITY EDUCATION Hospice of Saint John hosts a free program to help educate the public about the importance of having “advance care planning,” to help loved ones avoid confusion, contention and disputes (both legal and emotional) during end-of-life. The Community Education Day is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, at the Hospice of Saint John, 1320 Everett Court, Lakewood, and at 8 Inverness Drive East, Suite 110, Englewood.

NETWORKING EVENT 303Network’s Networking in the City suburban event is from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, at Old Chicago, 3550 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood. The first 50 to register online get in free. Visit http://www.oldchicago.com/ lakewood or http://www.bit.ly/303network. BREAKFAST THE Good News Breakfast is planned from 7-8:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 16, at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 W. 6th Ave., Golden. The Good News Breakfast celebrates people and organizations making positive contributions to the community. RSVP by April 1. Go to www. goodnewsjeffco.org. HOA INFORMATION Learn about the Colorado HOA Information and Resource Center and meet the HOA officer from 5-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, at Belmar Public Library at the Lakewood City Commons. The officer will be available to listen to your issues and concerns regarding HOAs, provide you with some resources, and assist with understanding one’s rights and Your week continues on Page 21

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obligations of living in a HOA community. Areas of concern from the 2012 Annual Report of the Center will be discussed, and an update on legislation concerning HOAs. Seating is limited to 71 attendees. RSVP to cynthia.aguilar@state.co.us. Visit www. colorado.gov/dora at the HOA Office link in the Division of Real Estate for information.

EATING DISORDERS Eating disorders and other problems

rooted in trauma will be explored at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, titled “Triumph Over Trauma: One Woman’s Struggle with Anorexia,” features an exclusive filmed interview with a victim of anorexia whose eating disorder threatened to end her life. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Snacks and beverages are available.

WEDNESDAY/APRIL 17 DOWNSIZE IS your home full from decades of collecting

antiques, stamps, coins, or just general stuff? Learn from local businesses how to downsize and distribute your belongings at the Trim Your Treasures Expo from 8:30-11 a.m. Wednesday, April 17, at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. A seminar titled “Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Plate?” is at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Free for the public; register at 303-425-9583. Businesses, call 303-467-7197 for vendor fees and details.

WOMEN EXPO The first Golden Women in Business Expo is planned from 5-9 p.m. Wednesday, April 17, at the Golden Hotel. The expo will feature Golden women business owners, showcasing their products and services. For information, contact Lora Engesser, loraengesser@gmail.com or 720-291-2122. TOURS AND tastings To commemorate the opening of Silverado Senior Living’s new memory care and rehabilitation community in Arvada, the public is invited to a day of community tours and culinary tastings prepared by Silverado’s gourmet staff. Come any time between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 17, at Silverado Senior Living Memory Care and Rehabilitation, 6447 Quail St., Arvada. To RSVP or for more information, call 303-456-1500. THURSDAY/APRIL 18 TRAVEL SERIES See digital slides of water buffalo, elephants, giraffes, lions, leopards, rare birds, and more at the African Safari travel series, from 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Join presenter Bob Barber, a professional outdoor photographer and Arvada Park Advisory Committee member, for an armchair tour of the southern Africa’s unique animal life. Register by April 15. Open to ages 10 and older. Visit www.arvada.org/nature. ARTIST PRESENTATION The Wheat Ridge Commission presents its sixth event in this monthly series, featuring awardwinning scrimshaw, sculpture and graphic artist Jim Stevens. The event is from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, April 18, at Compass Construction, 7018 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge. Stevens will give a presentation about his artistic process. Light refreshments will be served. AMERICAN BANDSTAND In honor of Dick Clark, the Com-

munity Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, is having its own version of American Bandstand at noon Thursday, April 18. Enjoy lunch followed by musical entertainment and dancing. Register with payment by April 16. Call 303-425-9583.

SOCIAL SECURITY Do you have questions about Social Security? Attend “Untangling Social Security” from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18, at APEX Park and Recreation District, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Speaker is Jo-Ann Holst. Space is limited; RSVP at 720-287-5880 or www.FUELFinancial.net. MEET ARTIST The Wheat Ridge Cultural Commission will have its monthly “Meet the Artist” event from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, April 18, at Compass Construction, 7018 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge. Light refreshments will be served. The intricate artwork of Jim Stevens will be featured. For information, contact Milly Nadler at millynadler@gmail.com.

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Ensō String Quartet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18. Tickets on sale at www.Lakewood.org/Tickets, 303-987-7845 or at the box office, 470 S. Allison Parkway.

GRANT APPLICATIONS Applications from public schools for the 2013-14 Alliance Project are due by Thursday, April 18. The grant provides educational outreach to support teachers’ curriculum in science, visual and performing arts, language arts, and social science to bring curriculum alive with workshops, classes, assemblies, and field trips from more than 20 cultural organizations. The schools also receive money for buses to sites, substitute teachers, library material and school wide assemblies. To be eligible, schools must be public with middle grades in Adams, Boulder, Denver or Jefferson counties. Application deadline is April 18. These counties will not be eligible again until 2015. Visit www.sccollaborative.org. SOCIAL SECURITY class Social Security Untangled, a free

class, is offered from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18, at APEX Park and Recreation District, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Do you have some questions about your Social Security retirement income? Am I eligible for a benefit from a former spouse? When should I start taking my benefit? What is the “file and suspend” strategy? What if I made a filing mistake? How do I avoid penalties and extra taxes? How do I fill the income gaps? Come get your questions answered. You can sleep well at night knowing you are getting all the money you deserve. Event speaker is JoAnn Holst, President of FUEL Financial Inc., as seen on Colorado’s Best. This class is free to the public, but RSVP is required. Call 720-287-5880 or email info@fuelfinancial.net to reserve your seat. Refreshments will be provided.

COMING SOON COMING SOON/APRIL 19-21 BASEBALL TOURNAMENT King Lyles Baseball Tournament, in memory of Lakewood High School students Troy Lyles and Carrie King, who died in a single-car accident in August 2002, will be April 19-21. The tournament is a pool play single elimination. Games are played at Lakewood Park, Ray Ross Addenbrook, Morse, Mountaire and Coca-Cola All Star Park. Awards are given for first place in each age/division. All proceeds benefit the scholarship fund. For information about the tournament, contact Bill Farr at Bill.Farr@usssa.com or call 303-919-3945. To read more about Troy and Carrie, visit www. ljba.org/tournaments. COMING SOON/APRIL 19 TO MAY 19

on Broadway, Denver. Puppy socialization includes playtime, relationship building, developmentally appropriate activities and training foundations. Puppies ages 8 weeks to 6 months with appropriate vaccines may attend; proof of vaccine required. To register or for information, email mishamayfoundation@gmail. com or call 303-239-0382.

SPRING TEA “Bunads in Spring Te,” the annual spring tea with a special Norwegian flair, will be hosted by the Trollheim Dameklubben (ladies’ group) from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Trollheim Lodge is at 6610 W. 14th Ave., Lakewood. The enjoyable setting and unique delicacies make this a very popular event. RSVP by April 14. Call 303-989-4496. LENA HORNE tribute Lakewood Cultural Center presents Nnenna Freelon’s tribute to Lena Horne “Lena: A Lovesome Thing,” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at 470 S. Allison Parkway. Tickets are available at the cultural center box office, online at www.Lakewood.org/Tickets, or by calling 303-987-7845. AAUW MEETING Foothills Branch of the American Association of University Women invites all women with an associate, baccalaureate or higher degree from an accredited university or college to become members. Students enrolled in 2- to 4-year degree programs receive a free e-Student affiliation. The April branch meeting will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 20, at Community of Christ Church, 3780 Ward Road, Wheat Ridge, with the program “Ghost Town of the Rockies.” Presented by author Preethi Burkholder. Contact Lindy Reed at 303-421-9414 for information. POTTERY SALE Friendship Bridge will have a springtime pottery sale from 3-6 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at the Vista Clubhouse, 24425 Currant Drive in Genesee. Friendship Bridge provides microcredit and education to Guatemalan women so they can create their own solutions to poverty for themselves, their families and their communities. Join us for a glass of wine and the sale of beautiful pottery all handcrafted in the USA. Crystalline, decorative and functional pottery will be offered in a variety of prices with 50 percent of profits donated to Friendship Bridge. WOMEN’S CHORUS Resonance Women’s Chorus presents Imagine Such a World at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 20, and Saturday, April 27, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 28, at the First United Methodist Church, 1421 Spruce St., Boulder. Purchase tickets at brownpapertickets.com or 1-800-838-3006, at Boulder Body Wear (cash or check only), or at the door. Visit resonancechorus.

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VACCINE CLINIC SpayToday, Neuter Now! of Lakewood, will offer a vaccine clinic Saturday, April 20, at the Rocky Mountain Pet Expo at the National Western Complex. About 20 volunteers are needed to help hold animals, give vaccines, fill out paper work and more. Please contact 303-984-SPAY or visit www. spay2day.org to volunteer or for more information. SEIZURES/FIRST AID Learn about seizures and what to do from Jennifer Houston, adult program manager at the Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado. The program is from 1-2 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church, 920 Kipling St., Lakewood. COMING SOON/APRIL 21 CHURCH EVENT The Rev. Chuck Schuster will speak during the 8 and 10 a.m. services, and at a presentation/reception at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 21, at Arvada United Methodist Church. Schuster served as senior pastor of Arvada UMC from 19892003. He will speak on “God and the Celebration of ‘Yes’” and, in his words, “test it out on the hapless people of Arvada. Some of them are used to it.” COMING SOON/APRIL 24 JAZZ PROGRAM Jazz Over Easy returns from 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, at Café Del Sol, 608 Garrison St., Lakewood. The evening of jazz is presented on the fourth Wednesday of every month. Call 303-238-7999 for reservations. Reserve a table now. COMING SOON/APRIL 25 HIGHER BRAIN Mile High Natural Awakenings, of Golden, will have a presentation on higher brain living from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, April 25, at the Denver Marriott Tech Center, 4900 S. Syracuse St., Denver. The presentation and live demonstration are free if you register in advance. Visit www. higherbrainliving.com for information and reservations.

RECURRING EVENTS 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 Recurring events continues on Page 22

THEATER SHOW The Edge Theatre presents “The Shadow Box” from April 19 to May 19 at 1560 Teller St., Suite 200, Lakewood. Parking is free. Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 6 p.m. Sundays. Call 303-521-8041 or visit www.theedgetheater.com.

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COMING SOON/APRIL 19 TO MAY 31 EXHIBIT OPENING The Rocky Flats Cold War Museum, 5612 Yukon St., Arvada, presents Doug Waterfield’s exhibit of oil and acrylic paintings “This is not a Test: The Atomic Art of Doug Waterfield.” The exhibit opens with a wine and cheese reception from 6-9 p.m. Friday, April 19, and the exhibit runs through May 31. Visit www.dougwaterfield.com. Admission is free. Visit www.rockyflatsmuseum.org. COMING SOON/APRIL 19 TO MAY 26 THEATER SHOW Miners Alley Playhouse presents “The Memory of Water” at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 6 p.m. Sundays, from April 19 to May 26. A 2 p.m. show is planned on Sunday, May 26. Call 303-935-3044 or online at www. minersalley.com for tickets and more information. Miners Alley Playhouse is at 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. COMING SOON/APRIL 20 EARTH DAY Olympics Flex your muscles and mind during our

Earth Day Olympics, from 1-2 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Join the fun competing in a series of Earth Day related games and events. Open to ages 5-12; must register. Visit www.arvada.org/nature.

PUPPY SOCIALIZATION Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue offers free weekly puppy socialization classes from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Saturdays, starting April 20, at Doggie Delights

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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.

presents “On Golden Pond” from April 5-20 at The Festival Playhouse, 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Call 303-422-4090 or visit www.festivalplayhouse.com for tickets. Appropriate for all ages.

RECURRING/THROUGH APRIL 27 AUCTION ITEMS Designer’s Loft Hair Design Inc. in Wheat

RECURRING/MONTHLY SKATING PARTY Lace’EmUpSkating plans free skating parties

4-5 p.m. Sundays, May 5 and June 9 at Foothills Ice Arena , 2250 S. Kipling St. in Lakewood. Registration required at www. LaceEmUpSkating.com.

RECURRING/THROUGH APRIL 7, 2013 DOG TRAINER Misha May Foundation Dog Training and

Rescue is offering a discount for those who register for the dog trainer/behavior specialist program in April. Denver class meets on Tuesdays; Lakewood class meets on Wednesdays. Contact mishamayfoundation@gmail.com or call 303-239-0382 for information, or to request an application. Syllabus at http:// www.mishamayfoundation.org/program.html.if Developed from the positive & effective techniques used to successfully rehabilitate our rescued dogs, this manageable program is designed for busy people looking to change or enhance their careers.

Ridge welcomes donations for its upcoming fundraiser/silent auction to benefit the programs and services of Family Tree. The event is at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at Designer’s Loft Hair Design, 7110 W. 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge.

THEATER SHOW The Player’s Guild at the Festival Playhouse

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CLUB MOVES Flatirons View Toastmasters has relocated. The

JUNIOR GARDEN camp Star Acre Farms and the Jefferson

new location is The Club House at 8820 Ellis St., Arvada. The club meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. Come hone your speaking and leadership skills. Visitors welcomed and encouraged. For information, visit 9407.toastmastersclubs.org or call Denise O’Brien at 720-2345858.

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GOLDEN HS events Golden High School presents its spring choir concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 4. The concert is free to parents and friends. Other upcoming events at the high school include:

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GARDEN TOUR The Wheat Ridge Garden Tour Committee is

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION Fairmount Elementary PTA is offering the Campbell-Deane scholarship for $500. This scholarship is available to any high school senior who was enrolled at Fairmount Elementary School for three years or more, has a satisfactory grade standing, has a good citizenship record, and has community service experiences. Applications are available at FairmountPTA.org or in the main office at Fairmount Elementary, 15975 W. 50th Ave., Golden, and must be received by April 13.

WILDLIFE ART Discover wild animals from Australia, South America and Africa, from giant lizards and poisonous frogs to deadly snakes. Use a variety of fun art techniques to examine these fascinating inhabitants of our planet. The eight-week session for ages 6-12 meets from 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays from April 3 to May 22 at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Bring a healthy snack each week. Register by March 29 at www.arvada.org/nature. Instructor is David Sullivan.

“Surface Explorations by Cynthia St. Charles” and “New Acquisitions from the Anne Olsen Collection” through April 27 at 1213 Washington Ave., Golden. Call 303-277-0377.

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SPRING EXHIBIT Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art presents its spring exhibit “The Museum of Broken Relationships,” through May 26. Visit bmoca.org, email brokenships@bmoca. org or call 303-443-2122 for information. Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art is at 1750 13th St., Boulder.

QUILT EXHIBIT Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum presents

RECURRING/THROUGH APRIL 11; JUNE 15 looking for gardens in Wheat Ridge to be included in its third annual Wheat Ridge Garden Tour on Saturday, June 15. We are looking for gardens of all shapes and sizes, from small-scale urban gardens to larger country gardens. If you are interested in having your garden be considered as a part of this exciting new event (or can recommend a garden), email Milly at millynadler@gmail.com or call her at 303-319-0690.

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Pilcher will lead this basic photography course (for ages 10 and up) with a twist from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, April 7, to Sunday, May 5, at and around Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Learn camera parts, how your camera works, proper exposure, color, composition and lighting. A film or digital camera is required; S.L.R. (Single Lens Relex) is preferred. Registration is required by March 27; visit www.arvada.org/nature. This class also fulfills the requirements for Boy Scout Photography Merit Badge. An optional trip to The Denver Zoon on May 19 is not included in class fee.

Conservation District offer a junior master gardener certificate course for students entering third through eighth grades. Kids will engage in hands-on farm activities such as planting, growing, and harvesting and discuss topics like water conservation, insects and plant disease, soil types, etc. Classes meet from 8-10 a.m. (third through fifth grades) and 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (sixth through eighth grades) for eight weeks, from June 11 to July 30 at Star Acre Farms, 8412 N. Alkire St., Arvada. Space is limited. Contact Kaitlin Fischer at 720-544-2869 or Kaitlin.Fischer@co.nacdnet.net to sign up today.

RECURRING/MONTHLY THROUGH MAY FAMILY CONCERTS The Music Train and Swallow Hill Music presents the family concert series, at 4 p.m. the second Sunday of each month through May at Swallow Hill Music Association, 71 E. Yale Ave., Denver; and at 4 p.m. the third Saturday of each month through May at the D-Note, 7519 Grandview Ave., Arvada. For information and tickets, visit http://ridethemusictrain.com.

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QUILT ENTRIES Firehouse Quilts is looking for quilt entries for

PILATES CLASSES A new 10-week session of Pilates 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; click on “Quilt Show” at the top.

Ageless Adults is offered from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Thursdays from April 11 to June 13 at the Arvada Center. Cost can be paid to the Arvada Center. Instructor Laurie Wood is a certified Pilates post-rehab practitioner, a licensed massage therapist and a dance with more than 25 years’ experience. The class is a gentle, therapeutic approach to Pilates. A half-inch thick foam exercise mat is needed; no yoga mats please. Call 720-898-7200 for information on costs and to register.

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LOOKING AHEAD LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 26-27 WEST LINE opening Celebrate the metro area’s newest transportation milestone with the grand opening of RTD’s West Rail Line. A grand opening ceremony is planned from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, April 26, at the Jefferson County Government Center, Golden Station. Enjoy free light rail rides on the W line following the ceremony. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 27, enjoy free rides on the West Rail Line. For information, email WestLineGrandOpening@rtd-denver.com. LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 26, 28 ROBIN HOOD Colorado ACTS presents a satellite homeschool class production of “Robin Hood,” presented by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Services. Performances are at 7 p.m. Friday, April 26, and 5 p.m. Sunday, April 28, at the Colorado ACTS Theater, 9460 W. 58th Ave., Arvada. Visit www.coloradoacts.org or call 303-456-6772 for information and tickets.

ONE ACT Plays presented by the school’s Stage Right Productions on May 9-10. More details to come. POPS CONCERT, presented by the school’s music department, is 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. LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 26 TO MAY 12 Theater show Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway, presents “South Pacific” from April 26 to 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 www.performancenow.org. LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 27 HORSE EVENT The Golden Gate Grange plans an event for horse lovers from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 27. Representatives from Westernaires, Golden Gate Vaulters, Big View Horse Therapy, Golden Gate State Park, Jeffco Horse Council (including fire evacuation information), The Horse Protection League will be available for the afternoon and each will give a presentation on their programs, riding, training and volunteer opportunities. No horses or horse trailers, please. The Golden Gate Grange is at 25201 Golden Gate Canyon Road, Golden. For more information and schedule of speakers, go to www.thegggc.com, check out the Golden Gate Canyon Community on Facebook, or contact Noel at 303-277-0356 or email at nmartonovi@aol.com. LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 28, MAY 19 CONCERT SERIES St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 9200 W 10th Ave., Lakewood, presents its 2012-13 concert series. Season and individual tickets are available. Email olssoncolo@comcast. net or call 303-279-2932. All concerts take place in the St. Paul Sanctuary. Concerts are: APRIL 28: Confluence will present an a cappella program titled “Salut Printemps” (Welcome Spring). This program will feature Debussy’s piece of the same name for piano and women’s voices, and will be filled with the glorious sounds of spring’s return. MAY 19: The Parish Choir of St. Paul’s will wrap up the year with its excellent Variety Show at 1:30 p.m. after the endof-year Parish Picnic. New this year: the staff of St. Paul’s will present a number in the show. LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 28 TO JULY 27 QUILT DISPLAY Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum presents “Machine Artistry Old and New: Sue Nickels and Pat Holly” from April 28 to July 27 at 1213 Washington Ave., Golden. The exhibit includes an array of antique sewing machines from a private collection. An opening reception is from 5-8:30 p.m. May 3; open to the public. Call 303-277-0377. LOOKING AHEAD/APRIL 30 PUBLIC MEETING An April 30 meeting is planned to focus on resolution of fitness equipment and pergola/shade feature elements at Crown Hill Park, a project of Jefferson County Open Space. The meeting will be from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 30 at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St., Wheat Ridge. Visit www.jeffco.us/parks. LOOKING AHEAD/MAY 1 JAZZ CONCERT Join Living Water Spiritual Community, 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada, for an evening of fine jazz in an intimate setting. The show is at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 1. Call 720935-3999 for more information.

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DEGAS EXHIBIT Foothills Art Center presents “Edgar Degas: The Private Impressionist” from April 6 to June 30. The exhibit presents a selection of drawings, prints and photographs by the French artist, Edgar Degas (1834-1917). Exploring beyond Degas’ familiar ballerinas, the exhibit offers a look into his art and life. The Foothills Art Center is at 809 Fifteenth St., Golden. Call 303-279-3922 or visit www.FoothillsArtCenter.org.

IMPROVE SHOW fundraiser at 7 p.m. Friday, April 26. All proceeds benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Contact Scott Hasbrouck at shasbrou@jeffco.k12.co.us, or 303-982-2813.

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Wheat Ridge’s Frankee Broer fights for the ball during the Farmers’ game against Green Mountain on Apr. 3. Photo by Danny Williams

Two of 4A Jeffco’s best settle for 0-0 tie Farmers take advantage of Green Mountain’s slow start By Daniel Williams

‘I think they got what they came out here to get and that was a tie. They didn’t come out here to beat us today they came out here to not get beat. But it is our fault, we weren’t very good early.’

dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com LAKEWOOD - One team felt like winners and one team felt like losers. Yet the score of Green Mountain and Wheat Ridge girls’ soccer finished in a 0-0 tie Wednesday at Lakewood Memorial Field. The Rams dominated big chunks of the action but were forced to settle for a tie. And the Farmers may have got exactly what they wanted, playing for the tie against one of 4A Jeffco’s best teams. “I think they got what they came out here to get and that was a tie,” Green Mountain coach Ken Fehr said. “They didn’t come out here to beat us today they came out here to not get beat. But it is our fault, we weren’t very good early.” Perhaps that was the case, but it is only

Ken Fehr, Green Mountain coach because Green Mountain is so good their opposition is forced to try and play them close and then try to steal the game at the end. And that is exactly what Wheat Ridge nearly did on Wednesday. Despite getting outplayed during stretches of the action freshman Susan Whitney nearly stole the game late in regulation. Whitney took a pass that beat two Green Mountain defenders with just two minutes left in regulation and fired a shot towards the net which missed just right.

The shot was the best chance at a potential goal that Wheat Ridge had the entire game and Whitney was disappointed she didn’t turn it into a game winner. “It happened so quickly but I got a good look and thought I might have had a chance to score and win the game,” Whitney said. The two teams went into overtime where another freshman nearly ended the game with a golden-goal. Green Mountain freshman Arial Modisette came back from an early leg injury and in overtime had one last opportunity and getting the Rams a win.

Modisette took a pass and then bobbed and weaved through several defenders before delivering a shot that was saved by Wheat Ridge goaltender Carly Manahan. “I am not sure why but we just didn’t play our best game today,” Mosisette said. “We know we are a lot better than that.” Manahan made the tough save finishing the game with six saves. Green Mountain junior Lindsay Hendon made nine saves in the Rams victory. Green Mountain finished last season as one of the best teams in the entire state with their runner up finish to the state champion. Wheat Ridge was a bottom feeder last season winning only six total games. But that was all last year and this season is a different story. And this season the Farmers have designs on becoming this year’s version of the Rams already with five victories this season. Green Mountain (4-0-1) will play D’Evelyn Thursday at 4 p.m. at Lakewood Memorial Field. Wheat Ridge (5-1-1) will host Golden Thursday at 6 p.m.

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JEFFCO BASEBALL ROUNDUP WHEAT RIDGE BASEBALL ROLLS OVER HELPLESS BULLDOGS

RAMS WIN BIG AGAIN

After losing three straight games Green Mountain bounced back with back-toback victories. The Rams beat Arvada 10-0 on Wednesday and then followed that up with a 7-1 win over Evergreen on Saturday. In Green Mountain’s win over Evergreen freshman Wyatt Featherston didn’t have a hit but scored three times. The Rams (4-3) will host Golden Friday at 4 p.m.

WHEAT RIDGE - Wheat Ridge baseball overwhelmed Arvada with offense beating the Bulldogs 17-1 Saturday at Wheat Ridge High School. Five different Farmers had multi-hit games and that didn’t include senior Danny Allen’s fourth inning grand slam. Arvada, which opened the season undefeated in their first three games, has since lost three straight by a combined 36 points. The Bulldogs (2-3-1) will attempt to get back on track when they play at Alameda Thursday at 4 p.m. Wheat Ridge (2-4) snapped a four game skid with their win. The Farmers will play at Conifer High School Thursday at 4 p.m.

EAGLES WIN FOUR IN ROW

Faith Christian baseball beat up on Peak to Peak beating them 11-1 Saturday at Faith Christian High School. Senior Ian Loffert went 2-for-2 which included a towering home run. Fellow senior Steven Galambos went 2-for-3 with three RBI and he scored three times as well. The Eagles have now won four straight games beating their opponents 42-6 in the process. Faith Christian (5-1) will play at University High School Thursday at 4 p.m.

BEARS BEAT BACK TO BACK

PRIOLA LEADS WILDCATS

After dropping back-to-back one run games Arvada West used a brilliant pitching effort to win 10-1 at Castle View High School on Saturday. Junior Nick Priola threw six innings of shutout baseball and then went 1-for-2 from the plate with an RBI. Offensively the Wildcats combined for 11 hits as six different players

recorded hits. However, Arvada West (2-7-1) has failed to find consistency this season from both their offense and pitching. The Wildcats will play at Frederick High School Thursday at 4:15 p.m.

TIGERS TAKE LOSS

Lakewood baseball’s roller-coaster season continued with a 4-3 loss Wednesday

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D’Evelyn’s Grant Witherspoon hits the ball during the Jaguars’ game against Golden on April 6.

Ralston Valley baseball is streaky. After opening up the season with five straight victories the Mustangs have since lost their last four games. Their latest loss was a 4-2 defeat Thursday at Monarch High School. Their other three losses came to out of state opponents while participating in the Chris Moon Memorial Tournament in Arizona. The Mustangs (5-4) will attempt to get back on track when they play Rock Canyon Saturday at Coors Field.

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After winning three straight games Bear Creek baseball has dropped two straight games in ugly fashion. The Bears were beat 11-1 at Loveland High School on Thursday and then beat again 10-0 Saturday at Fairview High School. If the Bears plan on getting back on track it will be behind the bat of senior Bobby Baca who is hitting .370 this season. Bear Creek (5-5) will host Westminster Saturday at 11 p.m.

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Infant/toddler QualIfIcatIons: An eligible candidate must be currently GLQ. Previous teaching experience is a plus and will give the candidate an edge in position and salary compensation. The applicant must love children, be energetic and have a positive outlook.

BenefIts: Adventure Montessori offers competitive wages and benefits. Your future with the Adventure Montessori family will include many opportunities to grow and develop.

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Our school is in Lafayette, CO; a fast growing community in Boulder County. Our campus contains orchards, organic gardens and several playgrounds. Adventure Montessori began 8 years ago with the dream of providing a beautiful Montessori learning environment where children and their families would be valued and respected; a place where children would love to learn. That dream has come to fruition and our goal continues to focus on the child. We strive for excellence in relationships with our students, parent body and with our staff. We truly believe that children are the future.

Education must begin with the beginning of life. If you passionately believe this and would desire to assist babies and young children in becoming the best they can be, we have a place for YOU in our school.

come GroW WItH us! 303-665-6789 send resume to eva@adventuremontessori.com

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GENERAL OFFICEFULL TIME:

Claims adjusting firm in Golden/Genesee area. Must be reliable, professional w/strong general office background, Word/Excel. Must have solid work record/references. Resume & cover letter to: officemanager812@gmail.com

Caregivers to provide in-home care to senior citizens who need assistance with activities of daily living. Call Today 303-736-6688 www.visitingangels.com /employment

Construction

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operators needed. Dozers, excavators, scrapers, and off-road articulated haul trucks. Experienced oilers also needed for CAT heavy equipment. Call 660-656-9506. EOE

Construction

Heavy equipment mechanic

needed for local excavation contractor. Travel required. Experience with CAT heavy equipment a plus, but will train the right applicant. Please call 660-656-9506 EOE

Drivers: 4K Sign-on bonus. CDL-

A-Route Delivery. MBM Foodservice in Aurora. Regional. 65K Avg.annual salary+Ben. Apply: www.mbmcareers.com

Drivers:

Home Nightly! Great Paying Denver Flatbed Runs! CDL-A, 1yr Exp. Req. Estenson Logistics. Apply: www.goelc.com 1-866-336-9642

Receptionist (PT) for Westminster assisted living community (Weds thru Sunday) evenings. Must enjoy working with seniors and have computer skills. Call 303-426-9090 Thank You! Kathy

Night Janitorial positions available at Castle Pines Golf Club April-October. Full time/Part time and Weekend positions. Call 303-520-7365 for an interview appointment. Fax resume to 303-660-8453.

Savio House needs foster parents to provide temporary care for troubled teens ages 12-18. Training, 24 hour support and $1900/month provided. Must complete precertification training and pass a criminal and motor vehicle background check. Call Michelle 303-225-4073 or visit saviohouse.org.

RN's,LPN's caring, compassionate, reliable/dependable nurses needed. $12 hr. P.T night shifts. Fri, Sat or Sun in peaceful, loving home. North Parker. Call 303-646-3020

Medical MA, LPN or RN Full Time in Ken Caryl area Needed part time, includes Saturday morning for medical center in Highlands Ranch area. Please fax resume to Nita 303-791-7756

Salaried Camp Ground Host

for Pikes Peak and S. Platte Area RV or Trailer required No electricity

719-687-3814

Hiring Event!

Thursday, March 18th From 8:30-1pm LOCATION: Adams County Workforce Center 4430 South Adams County Prky Brighton, CO 80601 Available positions: Concrete Finishers $16-18, Pipefitter-$18-$20 Laborer $12-$14, Carpenter $18-$20, Millwrights-$18-20 Qualifications: • At least 1 year experience • Must pass drug screen • Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs Benefits: • Full time (40 hours per week) • Medical Dress professionally, bring your resume, and arrive promptly!

Housekeeping

Outside Sales

BF Sales Engineering, Inc. is looking for an Outside Sales Person with experience in Pumps and Process Equipment. Employer located in Golden. Please email resume to: jhasse@bfsales.com Please, no phone calls.

Part-Time

may work into a full time position as a Housekkeeper who loves dogs and is able to walk 2 dogs. Dependable multi-tasked housework and good cook light property maintenance. References required and background check. Email house31keeper@yahoo.com or fax 303-220-5384

in Castle Pines Golf Club Be a part of our elite team at the exclusive Castle Pines Golf Club. Full time/Part time and Weekend positions available in Housekeeping and Laundry. Call 303-814-6252 for an interview appointment. Fax resume to 303-6608453

SY Wanted NC 2 Me dia COSC AN Ads - Wee Help

Help Wanted

PROJECT MANAGER For project reporting, project controls, project administration, planning, pricing,quality management etc and there is benefits for paid time off, access to car, medical etc send resume with salary expectations to : leeb09@outlook.com

ServiceMaster Clean has several part-time janitorial openings throughout Denver. Immediate evening positions available in Centennial and Highlands Ranch. Please call 303-761-0122 to schedule an interview.

Western Summit

Constructors, Inc. is seeking Formwork Carpenters & Laborers, Concrete Finishers, Pipefitters, and Millwrights (process equipment installations) for large wastewater project located in Denver area. Applications will be taken at 9780 Pyramid Ct, Suite 100, Englewood, CO 80112, from 8-5 M-F. Send resumes to Careers@westernsummit.com or call (303)325-0325. WSCI is an EEO Employer.

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COSCAN

To place a 25-word COSCAN network ad in 82 Colorado newspapers for only $250, contact your local newspaper or call SYNC2 Media at 303-571-5117.

AUCTIONS

LOTS & ACREAGE

Auction 800+/- Acres 6 Tracts C.R.P., Irrigated, Hunting Lodge April 23, 9:30AM Location: Stratton COmmunity Center United Country - Rocking X Land Company EchoHuntClubAuction.com 719-346-5420

So Col orado Liqui dati on Sale! 60 acres - only $ 3 9 , 9 0 0 Rocky Mtn views. Sur veyed, utilities, low bank financing. Owner must sell! Call anytime 866-696-5263

HELP WANTED P/T Event Specialists needed to demonstrate food/products in local retailer s! Must have PC access. Great pay! Weekends req. Email Recruiter at Retailjobs@asmnet.com 25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED! Learn to drive for Swift Transpor tation at US Truck. Earn $750 per week! CDL & Job Ready in 3 weeks! 1-800-809-2141 HELP WANTED / DRIVERS Driver - Two raises in first year. Qualify for any por tion of $.03/mile quar terly bonus: $.01 Safety, $.01 Production, $.01 MPG. 3 months OTR experience. 800-414-9569 www.driveknight.com

MISC./CAREER TRAINING

ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE 100%. *MEDICAL, *BUSINESS, *CRIMINAL JUSTICE, *HOSPITALITY, *WEB. JOB PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE. COMPUTER AND FINANCIAL AID IF QUALIFIED. SCHEV AUTHORIZED. CALL 888-211-6487 WWW.CENTURAONLINE.COM

WORK ON JET ENGINES - Train for hands on Aviation Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Job placement assistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 800-481-8612.

HELP WANTED / SALES

MODULAR / MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE

WANTED: LIFE AGENTS: Ear n $500 a Day; Great Agent Benefits; Commissions Paid Daily; Liberal Underwriting; Leads, Leads, Leads LIFE INSURANCE, LICENSE REQUIRED. Call 1-888-713-6020

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Colorado Springs-area Aero Club offering shares in well-maintained, well-equipped Piper PA24-250 Comanche and PA28-235 Cherokee. Based at Meadow Lake Airport (KFLY), Falcon, CO. See WWW.NOSPINAIRCRAFT.COM for details, or call David Miller at No -Spin Aircraft Sales: 719-650-8667.

Men of all ages come sing

Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201

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your old favorites with us. No singing experience necessary, we will teach you. Denver Mountainaires Barber Shop Chorus Edgewater Community Church. 2497 Fenton St. (corner of Fenton & 25th Ave, 6 blocks west of Sheridan. Contact Ralph Fennell 303-8059828, Fennell@q.com or Tony Pranaitis 303-233-6234 Tonychiro@juno.com

Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201

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AIRLINES ARE HIRING Train for hands on Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified – Housing available CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance

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SERVICES

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TO ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES, CALL 303-566-4100 Carpentry

Cleaning

Deck/Patio

Carpenter/Handyman:

Cowboy Fencing is a full service fence & gate company installing fences in Colorado for 23 years. Residential/Commercial/Farm & Ranch Fencing

Semi retired but still ready to work for you! 34 years own business. Prefer any small jobs. Rossi's: 303-233-9581

Carpet/Flooring

Old Pro Window Cleaning Residential Specialist Over 30 years experience Quality Work

Bob Bonnet 720-530-7580

Carpet & Draperies & More Great Ideas For Your Home

Low to Moderate Cost Guaranteed 30 Yrs In Design w/Referrals Free Pricing Lori: 720-366-5992

LoriDesigns@aol.com

FLOORS NOW

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Trusted House Cleaning

Family Owned an operated with integrity. 14+ years experience. Licensed and Insured. Calls accepted Monday thru Sunday 9am-4pm. Pet friendly. Get to know us at

smartyuse.com

720.722.3815

Concrete/Paving

Denver’s Premier Custom Deck Builder

720-635-0418 Littleton

www.decksunlimited.com

303.781.DECK(3325)

www.deckdoctorinc.com

• Restore • Wood • Repair • Composite • Replace • Since 1993 Pergolas

FRee eStimateS

's #1 Colorado

303.350.0890 / 303.997.5606 All Phases of Flat Work by

Professional Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

Carpet Cleaning SpeCial

/room*

with no minimum room requirements, and NO HIDDEN FEES! a room is any area under 200 sq. ft.

Call us today to schedule your appointment

303-505-2596 www.stain-pro.net

Cleaning

A continental flair

Detailed cleaning at reasonable rates.

Honest & Dependable

Residential • Commercial Move Outs • New Construction References Available

720.283.2155

Ali’s Cleaning Services

Residential and Commercial Cleaning • 15yrsexperience •WindowCleaning • Detailed,Honest, •Insured&Bonded Dependable •GreatCustomerService

Call Ali @ 720-300-6731

• DepenDable • • Thorough • • honesT •

12 years experience. Great References

T.M. CONCRETE

Driveways, Sidewalks, Patios Tear-outs, colored & stamped concrete. Quality work, Lic./Ins. Reasonable rates "Small Jobs OK!" 303-514-7364

Drywall A PATCH TO MATCH

Dry wall repair specialist. 30yrs. Experience, Insured Satisfaction guaranteed Call Ed 720-328-5039

Commercial/Residential quality work at reasonable prices.

“Let us do the dirty work!”

• Dependable • Best Prices • Detailed

since 1989

We Specialize in All Residential Drywall Needs

Drywall Repair • Remodels Additions • Basements • Texture Popcorn Ceilings replaced with texture of choice One Year Warranty On All Work fRee eStimAteS

FBM Concrete LLC.

303-688-9221 office 720-331-0314 cell

J-Star Concrete

Driveways, Stamped & Color Concrete, Steps, Walkways, Basement, Garage Floors, Porches, Tareout & Repair, Patios. Free Est. 7 Days WK 720-327-8618

Great References! We are Family-Owned and Operated

720-257-1996 geniecommercialcleaning@yahoo.com

Just Details Cleaning Service

When “OK” Just isn’t good enough -Integrity & Quality Since 1984 For more information visit: JustDetailsCleaningService.com Call Rudy 303-549-7944 for free est.

For all your garage door needs!

• Springs, Repairs • New Doors and Openers • Barn and Arena Doors • Locally-Owned & Operated • Tom Martino’s Referral List 10 Yrs • BBB Gold Star Member Since 2002

We do quality concrete work at affordable low pricing. Ready for a brand-new looking Driveway or Patio for half the cost of a total replacement?

www.mikesgaragedoors.com

Handyman

David’s Service, Inc.

Kitchen, Bathroom & Basement. Interior & Exterior Painting. Deck Installation, Coating & Repairs. Window & Tile Installation. Plumbing. Home Repairs.

Electricians Affordable Electrician 20 yrs experience Remodel expert, kitchen, basements, & service panel upgrades. No job too small. Senior disc. 720-690-7645

See if your Driveway or Patio qualifies for an affordable Nu-Look Resurfacing.

(303) 646-4499

Acoustic scrape and re-texture Repairs to full basement finishes Water damage repairs Interior paint, door & trim installs

Darrell 303-915-0739

House Cleaning

HOME REPAIRS

Gloria's Hands on Cleaning

INSIDE: *Bath *Kitchen's *Plumbing *Electrical, *Drywall *Paint *Tile & Windows

Reliable, 25 years in business, personal touch, spring cleaning. Weekly, bi-weekly, once a month

OUTSIDE: *Paint & Repairs *Gutters *Deck's *Fence's *Yard Work *Tree & Shrubbery trimming & clean up Affordable Hauling

Servicing the Metro North and Metro West areas

Call Rick 720-285-0186

Hauling Service " $Reasonable$"

Rates On:

*Trash Cleanup: old furniture, mattresses, appliances, etc. *Replacement of Decorative Rock *Hauling: trash, old sod, debris. *Gutter cleaning. *Storm Damage Cleanup, Servicing the Denver West and North areas Mark 303.432.3503

"AFFORDABLE HAULING"

You Call - I Haul Basement, Garages, Houses, Construction, Debris, Small Moves Office - 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983 Ron Massa BBB - Bonded - Insured

Call

REmoDElIng:

CALL 720. 351.1520

720-203-7385

Radiant Lighting Service **

Electrical Work All types. Honest and reliable, licensed & ins. Free estimates. Craig (303)429-3326

INSURANCE REVIEW

- Please call 720-484-3732 for a FREE Home, Auto and Life Insurance review!

SWE &

Mow fertil trim. Sprin 28yrs Free

Cal

Landscaping/Nurseries

LANDSCAPE • Complete Landscape Design & Construction • Retaining Walls, Paver & Natural Stone Patios • Clean-Ups & Plant Pruning • Tree & Stump Removal • New Plantings • Irrigation Systems and Repairs • Landscape Lighting

Joh

COLORADO REGISTERED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Licensed

720.436.6340

Insured

www.arterralandscaping.com

•Baths •Kitchens •Tiling •Large & Small Jobs

Bronco

HAULERS • Dependable • Affordable • • Prompt Service 7 days a week • • Foreclosure and Rental clean-outs • • Garage clean-outs • • Furniture • • Appliances •

HANDYMAN

Carpentry • Painting Tile • Drywall • Roof Repairs Plumbing • Electrical Kitchen • Basements Bath Remodels Property Building Maintenance Free Estimates • Reliable Licensed • Bonded Insured • Senior Discount

Ron Massa

Office 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983 No Service in Parker or Castle Rock

Aera

LIT SP

F Get a jump on sprinG projects! New installs, yard make-overs, retaining www walls, sod, sprinkler systems, flagstone, decorative rock. For all your landscape needs call Richard at 720-297-5470. Licensed, insured, Member BBB.

Olson Landscaping & Design

FREE ESTIMATES

Call 720-218-2618 Heavy Hauling

Asphalt & Concrete •Dirt removal & replacement • Grading • Excavating • Tractor •Trucking. 303-908-9384

Trash & Junk Removal

We take what your trash man won't. Branches, mattresses, appliances, reasonable rates & prompt service 720-333-6832

Heating/ Air Conditioning

Call

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SHORTY'S LANDSCAPING "???Need Lawn Mowing???"

303-274-9349. 12 years exp. Affordable, Insured, FREE est. Landscaping, aerating, sprinkler installs, makeovers & more! www.shortyslandscaping.com

• New, Repair, Replace all makes & models • Military & Senior - 10% Discount • $89 $69 A.C. STARTUP - ‘til May1st! One call does it all!

• Re O fertili

*Lawn

Firew ing *Gut

Lawn/Garden Services

303.503.9798

Heating • Electrical Air Conditioning

Aerating, Lawn Mowing, Fertilizing, Power Raking, Yard Clean-up and Sprinkler Work

STA

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LAWN AERATIONS Residential Homes

Bob’s Home Repairs

AFFORDABLE

BIG SP

Call Bernie 303.347.2303

kes Ma All odels &M

All types of repairs. Reasonable rates 30yrs Exp. 303-450-1172

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Free estimates 7 days a Week

A Home RepAiR & Remodeling HAndymAn

250 $195 INSTALLED

All types, licensed & insured. Honest expert service. Free estimates.

Insurance

Dirt, Rock, Concrete, Sod & Asphalt

303.424.3898

ELECTRICAL SERVICE WORK

303-456-5861

• Home • Business • Junk & Debris • Furniture • Appliances • Tree Limbs • Moving Trash • Carpet • Garage Clean Out

303-425-0066 303-431-0410 • Troubleshooting Experts • Licensed & Insured Since “1976” • New, Repair, Replace • Military & Senior - 10% Discount • Whole House Surge Protection

Ton

trash hauling

25 Yea rs Exp . Fre e Est ima tes Ful ly Ins ure d

30+ years experience Insured Free estimates

Handyman

Instant Trash Hauling

Sanders Drywall Inc. All phases to include

DRIVEWAY REPLACEMENT OR RE-SURFACING

Construction

Garage Doors

With AD

303-423-8175

303 827-2400

Quality Fencing at a DiscountPrice Wood, Chain Link, Vinyl, Orna-iron, New Install and Repairs. Owner Operated since 1989 Call Now & Compare! 303-450-6604

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COMMERCIAL CLEANING

DISCOUNT FENCE CO

10% off

Registered & Insured in Colorado.

Call Today for a free quote

D & D FENCING

Commercial & Residential All types of cedar, chain link, iron, and vinyl fences. Install and repair. Serving all areas. Low Prices. FREE Estimates. 720-434-7822 or 303-296-0303

303-261-6163

Concrete, Inc.

DRIVEWAYS

Low rates, Free estimates Scott, Owner 720-364-5270

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Navarro

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Restoration Professional

• Repairs • Sanding • Pressure Washing • Stain • Paint & Seal • FREE ESTIMATES • APRIL – 15% Off Reﬁnishing

billy.w.ﬂoors@gmail.com

Carpet Cleaning

Fence Services

Family owned and serving Golden & Jefferson County since 1955. 24-Hour Service

Furnaces • Boilers • Water Heaters Service • Repair • Replace

720.327.9214 Commercial & Residential 10% Senior & Military Discount All Home Energy Audits

Just $

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Call Eric

303-424-0017

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Home Improvement

Alpine Landscape Management

Aerate, Fertilize, Power Raking, Weekly Mowing Trim Bushes & Sm. Trees, Sr. Disc.

720-329-9732

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Painting

Plumbing

Columbine Custom Contracting & Sprinkler Service • Sprinkler Start Ups $40 • Aerations $40 • Fertilization $30 • Power Rakes $60 & Up • Fence Repair & Painting • Clean Up / Tree service • Laminate/Hardwood Floors • Licensed Plumber

Tony 720-210-4304 SWEET’S LANDSCAPING & Lawn Maintenance Mowing, aeration, fertilize, tree & shrub trim. Planting & Spring cleanup. 28yrs exp. Free estimates

Long lasting Specialty Services interior & exterior Over 40 yrs. experience References and guarantee available.

Call Frank

303.420.0669 Commercial • Residential Apartments • Warehouse Deck • Fence Interior • Exterior Repairs • Remodels Only use top quality products Free Estimates

303-467-3166 APEXPAINT@COMCAST.NET

Call Greg

303-345-8532

EPA CERTIFIED

dirty jobs done dirt cheap Drain Cleaning & Plumbing Repairs

720-308-6696 www.askdirtyjobs.com

Drains as low as $75.00 * Free phone Quotes Residential/Commercial * Water Heaters * Drain Cleaning * Remodels/New Construction * Gas Lines * Garbage Disposals

PLUMBING, SPRINKLER & SWAMP COOLERS. FREE INSTANT QUOTE.

Repair or Replace: Faucets, Toilets, Sinks, Vanity, Dishwashers, Water Heater, Broken Pipes, Spigot/Hosebib, Drain Cleaning, Disposals etc. Sprinkler StartUp/Repair/Installation. Swamp Cooler Start-Up/Repair. Call West Tech (720)298-0880

RALPH’S & JOE’S AFFORDABLE Weekly Mowing Aeration Fertilizing Hedge Trim Maintenance

John | 303-922-2670

Your experienced Plumbers.

Bob’s Painting, Repairs & Home Improvements 30 yrs experience Free estimates 303-450-1172

DEEDON'S PAINTING 303.870.8434 — WEEKLY MOWING —

1ST MOW FREE with summer commitment for new customers

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BIG DOG SPECIAL

Aeration, Fertilization & Power Raking

LITTLE DOG SPECIAL

Aeration & Fertilization Combo Yard Cleanup, Aeration, Fertilizer, Shrub Trimming

www.denverlawnservices.com Established 2000

• Lawn Maintenance •Aerating & Fertilizing, •Power Raking • Landscape •Sod & Rock Work • Res. & Comm. • Fully Insured. Offering Free Fall aerating & fertilizing with a new mowing pkg. (mowing in select areas)

303-420-2880

Reasonable Rates:

*Lawn Maint: Leaf Cleanup, Tree & Bush Trimming/Removal. Firewood for sale Del. avail. *Hauling: trash, old fencing, debris. *Gutter cleaning. *Storm Damage Cleanup. Refs. Servicing the West and North areas Mark: 303.432.3503

Misc. Services

STAIRLIFTS INSTALLED

with a Warranty Starting at $1575

WALK-IN-TUBS Starting at $2995

40 years experience Interior & Exterior painting. References 303-466-4752

Notice … Check Internet Reviews before hiring anyone.

INSURED QUALITY PAINTING All American Paint Company “American quality, painting done right!”

Interior & Drywall Repair Exterior All brush & Roll No money down, Free estimates 20 years Colorado Business 303-370-0446 Plumbing

Anchor Plumbing Residential:

• Hot Water Heat • Forced Air • Water Heaters • Kitchens • Baths • Service Repair • Sprinkler Repair •

(303) 961-3485 Licenced & Insured

Bryon Johnson

Master Plumber • All plumbing repairs & replacement • Bathroom remodels • Gas pipe installation • Sprinkler repair

~ Licensed & Insured ~

303.979.0105 AA Rocky Mountain Rooter & Plumbing

Licensed and Insured

Call Us Today! 720-545-9222

Motorcycle Repair Spring is coming – Need your carbs cleaned? Motorcycle/ATV Service & Repair

All Makes and Models Small engine repair also

Fisher Cycle Works Call Fish Fisher at:

720-308-0425

Professional Service - WITHOUT Professional Prices Licensed * Insured * Bonded Free Est. Over 25yrs exp. Local family owned company 303-960-5215

FRONT RANGE PLUMBING

303.451.1971

Commercial/Residential

For all your plumbing needs

Insured & Bonded

Family Owned & Operated. Low Rates.

Plumbing & Construction • Basement Finish • Kitchen Remodel • Bath Remodel • Decks • Tile • Master Plumber • Repair Installation • Drain Cleaning • New Construction • Water Heater

JACK BISHOP Owner Operator

303.204.0522

Remodeling

GREENE'S REMODELING

Bathroom/kitchen remodeling, repair work, plumbing leaks, water damage. No job too small Window replacement. Serving Jeffco since 1970 (303)237-3231

Rocky Mountain Contractors Home Remodeling Specialists, Inc. * Bath * Kitch Remodels * Bsmt Finishes * Vinyl Windows * Patio Covers * Decks 30+ yrs. exp. George (303)252-8874

Roofing/Gutters A Hermanʼs ROOFING Hail Damage? Wind Damage? New Roof, Re-Roof, Repairs, Residential - Commercial Family owned for Over 46 Years. Call today for free estimate. (303)293-3131

Andy & Bob's Roofing/Gutters

All types roofs-installs, repairs and certifications. Aluminum seamless gutters. Since 1952 (303)984-0481

Re-Roof • Repair Roof Certifications Free Estimates Let us inspect your roof and see what minor repairs can be performed to prolong the life of your roof. Mention this ad and get a gutter clean and flush for $95.00 Colorado natives – Arvada-based company 5790 Yukon St., Suite 111 Arvada, CO 80002 720-399-0355/ 720-352-9310

• Water Heaters • Plumbing Parts SENIOR DISCOUNTS FREE ESTIMATES in the metro area

www.frontrangeplumbing.com

Roofing:

Shingles, Flat Roofs, Roof Leak Repairs. 35 years of experience. Free estimates. Butch Metzler (303)422-8826

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SERVICES TO ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES, CALL 303-566-4100 Roofing/Gutters

Sprinklers

Tree Service

Just Sprinklers Inc

ABE’S TREE & SHRUB CARE

Licensed and Insured

Affordable Rates

Residential /Commercial

• System Startup

System Startup $35.00

Free Estimates

• Install, Repair

• Service & Renovations

Abraham Spilsbury Owner/Operator

Senior Discounts

• Pruning • Removals • Shrub Maintenance • FreeEstimates

Stephen D Williams 25 Plus Years Exp justsprinklers@comcast.net

(303) 425-6861 Bus Phone (720) 309-1195 Cell Phone

Tree Service

Family Owned & Operated

Certified Arborist,Insured, Littleton Resident 720.283.8226 C:720.979.3888

JAY WHITE Tree Service Serving with pride since 1975 Tree & shrub trimming & removals, firewood. Call Jay (303)278-7119

For local news any time of day, find your community online at

OurColoradoNews.com

Majestic Tree Service 720-231-5954

Tree & Shrub Trimming, Tree Removal Fence Installation Stump Grinding Free Estimates

Tile Seasonal

Windows and Doors

Now offering

A Tree Stump Removal Company

We are community.

Aeration, spring yard clean ups, fertilizing, weed control, lawn mowing, custom trimming of small trees, and bushes All your landscaping needs Call Jim or Shannon Keepinitgreeninc.com pooper scooper services

We offer tree removal, brush, mulch and root chasing in addition to stump removal. We also have firewood available! Call today for your Free Estimate. (720)234-3442

Your Community Connector to Boundless Rewards

Spring Is Here! Brighten up your home with new windows!

RINO Remodeling

Affordable windows and home remodeling of all kinds. Call Tomas at 303-809-3957 for a free estimate. Based in Arvada.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GUIDE Classic Concrete Inc.

A QUALITY HANDYMAN SERVICE

Pursue The Highest Quality As Company

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