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Voters OK tax hike for South Suburban Arapahoe residents put ballot measure over top By Jennifer Smith
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Paula and Don Feight stand next to the couple’s favorite painting titled ‘Beaver Tales,” which was inspired when the couple vacationed in Alaska. Don Feight’s artwork is featured for this quarter’s Picture Centennial event. Photos by Christy Steadman
Local art takes flight Aviation-inspired artist featured as part of Picture Centennial By Christy Steadman csteadman@colorado communitymedia.com
A lot of people don’t know there are nationally recognized artists living amongst them in the local community. One of these artists is Don Feight, whose art has won both national and local awards. Feight is this quarter’s featured artist for Picture Centennial. “(Picture Centennial) is a community initiative to bring something new,” said organizer Jonah Schneider, with the City of Centennial. “It’s to expose citizens to something they haven’t seen before.” The featured artist’s work is displayed for three months in the Centennial Civic
“Stratojets” is one of Don Feight’s paintings hanging in the Centennial Civic Center for this quarter’s Picture Centennial event. Center building, 13133 E. Arapahoe Road. When the public comes to the building
to conduct business, positive comments are made on the artwork on a daily basis, Schneider said. Picture Centennial was initiated by Centennial City Manager John Danielson about a year and a half ago to promote local artists, Schneider said. Feight is the seventh artist to be featured for the event. An artist can have artwork displayed if one of three criteria is met, she said. Artists must either be a citizen of Centennial, work in the city or the art must be about Centennial. “We want there to be some sort of connection,” Schneider said. The initiative does not limit submissions by the format of art, but one requirement is that it must be able to be displayed. Generally, an artist will bring somewhere between 25 to 30 pieces of art, Schneider said. “Any time there is an opportunity to Art continues on Page 9
Voters in western Centennial and Littleton propelled to victory a tax measure to support the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District, though residents in Douglas and Jefferson counties were less enthusiastic. South Suburban asked voters to approve a tax hike of 2 mills. It passed by a tally of 32,921 to 29,694, or about 53 percent in favor, as of results released the morning of Nov. 5. The measure lost in both Douglas and Jefferson counties, but won by more than 4,000 votes in Arapahoe, which is the largest portion of the district. The Douglas part of the district is primarily made up of Lone Tree. “We are very pleased with the results of the election, and we thank the voters of the district for their continuing support of South Suburban,” said John Ostermiller, chairman of the SSPRD board of directors. Ballot Issue 4C asked for a propertytax hike for 10 years — about $16 per $100,000 of a home’s value per year — resulting in about $4.5 million annually in additional revenues for the district to be used for general operating expenses. Priorities include protecting the trails, Voters continues on Page 4
Coffman retains seat in U.S. House Incumbent defeats challenger Romanoff By Jennifer Smith
jsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com U.S. Rep. Mike Coffman, R-Aurora, emerged the victor in the battle over Colorado’s 6th Congressional District, with the numbers coming in not as close as many expected. “My thanks to the voters allowing me to continue to serve in the United States House of Representatives,” he said to a packed room of ecstatic Republicans gathered at the Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center the night of Nov. 4. “I pledge to serve with the same honor and integrity that I served with as an officer in the United States Army.” Figures the morning of Nov. 5 showed Coffman earning about 52.9 percent of the vote to Democrat Andrew Romanoff’s 42.3 percent. Romanoff’s slight lead in total contributions as of Oct. 15 didn’t seem to help him. Romanoff had raised a total of $4.8 million, and Coffman had raised $4.2 million.
“This has been a very tough race, and I am a better candidate for it,” Coffman said. Moments after his acceptance speech, more cheers arose as Fox News declared Coffman’s party had retained control of the U.S. House, with Coffman’s win contributing to that victory. “Let us now move forward past this election, past the debate and past those horrible 30-second ads,” said Coffman. His acceptance speech echoed his constant themes on the campaign trail, stressing his military background and longevity in the newly realigned district, much more diverse than the last time he was elected. “To the African-American and Hispanic communities who welcomed me into their homes, their businesses, their places of worship, I look forward to continuing to working with you on your journey to fulfilling the American dream.” Coffman has touted his 17 years as an Aurora business owner and a military career that started in 1972. In 2005, he resigned his post as Colorado’s secretary of state to serve a tour with the U.S. Marines House continues on Page 4
Republican incumbent Mike Coffman waves to the crowd after giving a victory speech at a GOP watch party Nov. 4 at the Hyatt hotel ballroom at the Denver Tech Center. Coffman was re-elected to U.S. House District 6 after defeating Democratic opponent Andrew Romanoff. The race, projected to be close, was one of the first ones called of the evening. Photo by Christy Steadman
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With a little help, it’s a lot like home The door opens and a slight woman with a quick smile, round glasses, comfy gray sweats and short, snowy hair pushes her walker into the hall. Four months ago, Mary Clancy, 89, was living in her Lakewood apartment. But she just couldn’t do it anymore — the cooking, the cleaning, the driving. So she gave her car to a delighted nephew and moved into one of the 111 rooms at the Libby Bortz Assisted Living Center in Littleton. “It’s great here,” she says, unhesitatingly, as she makes her way down the floral-carpeted hall to find the Scrabble game. “If you can’t be at home, this is the next best thing.” The words gladden Dawn Shepherd, who stands nearby, eyes sparkling. But then, she knows the secret to this place. The brick-and-stucco structure was built on a foundation of innovative stubbornness and passionate concern for the well-being of the older community who needed, not only a place to call home, but also one they could afford. “It’s a love thing,” Shepherd says. “There’s tons of love in this building.” The center, just off Main Street in downtown Littleton, opened its doors 20 years ago as one of the country’s first affordable assisted living facilities when Shepherd, now 68, was director of the Littleton Housing Authority. Back then, few assisted living centers existed — the concept was just becoming part of the senior landscape discussion. But what made this building particularly unique was its owner — a housing authority, an agency dedicated to providing housing for low-income families and individuals, one not usually in the business of assisted living. That meant the Libby Bortz center, which would help its residents with the daily care they needed, had to be affordable. To do that, the housing authority worked with a group of creative thinkers with experience in senior housing called The Raleigh Group and Kaiser Aerospace and Electronics, a now-defunct corporation and the tax credit partner that helped finance the project. “The team just got so close,” Shepherd says. “It was really an amazing moment in
time — everyone worked so hard toward an end goal.” The use of federal tax credits allowed the housing authority to save $200 a month per unit and ensure its affordability in perpetuity, Shepherd says. It also made the center one of the first — if not the first — in the country to be financed by tax credits. Today, a one-room apartment at Libby Bortz costs $1,784 a month, well below the national average for assisted living. That includes three meals a day, weekly housekeeping and laundry and medication supervision. The Genworth 2014 Cost of Care Survey, which has surveyed senior care services throughout the country for 11 years, found the national median monthly rate for assisted living was $3,500, an increase of 4.29 percent from 2009. Unforgivably, housing for seniors in this country — at a time in their lives when they should feel safe and comfortable — has instead become “a crushing burden.” The statement comes from SeniorLiving.org, a website dedicated to senior living and retirement, which reports that “finding affordable senior housing may be one of the biggest challenges facing seniors and their loved ones.” And the U.S. Small Business Development Center predicts a significant unmet demand for assisted living facilities by 2020 as the population between 65 and 84 grows by nearly 39 percent. So, where will we live? Most importantly, where can we afford to live with dignity? Shepherd pondered those questions long ago from her office in a subsidized senior apartment building in Littleton where she watched her seniors, as they aged, require
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more help with daily living activities. “Their only choice was a nursing home,” she says, “and they didn’t need a nursing home.” Shepherd — who retired from the Littleton Housing Authority (now called South Metro Housing Options) in 2001, but soon took a job heading the housing authority in neighboring Englewood until retiring definitively a year ago — decided to provide a choice. After eight years of planning and work, doors to the center, named after longtime Littleton social worker and housing authority board member Libby Bortz, opened in January 1994. Shepherd interviewed all the prospective residents personally. The move, she says, almost immediately “enhanced their lives and prolonged their lives.” The apartment space was small. But it was their space. “There were enough things that they were giving up in the aging process without having to have a stranger as a roommate,” Shepherd says. “That’s not the way we wanted our grandmother or our own parents to live.” With no kitchens in apartments and a community dining room, the model encouraged socialization. Not isolation. Small changes, such as staff dispensing correct medication and providing laundry service, sparked dramatic changes. Less confusion, more pride in appearance, more confidence. And, there was the warmth that wrapped residents close, because, of course, this was a labor of love. •••
On a recent chilly afternoon, a few days after a 20th anniversary reunion and celebration, piano notes drift into the lobby from the finely appointed dining room. The gas fireplace is lit. A man in his 90s sits in an armchair, eyes closed, whistling softly to the tune, “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head.” Tables the hue of dark cherrywood stand next to tall-backed armchairs and love seats the color of wine, gold and green. Several cozy living rooms are scattered throughout the three floors, along with a courtyard garden, TV rooms and a community kitchen.
Wide, third-floor balconies with white wicker furniture face glorious mountain views. In one hallway is the Salute to Veterans Wall, where portraits of loved ones who served the country continuously flow across a television mounted on the blue wall. Jeanne Whalen, 72, sits on her walker across from the screen, watching for the photos of her two brothers, who served in the Korean War. “Not this one,” she says, eyes on the scrolling pictures. “Not this next one. “The next one is my two brothers. They were in the Korean War.” The photos, taken in the 1950s, identify Dan Whalen, Navy, and Paul Whalen, Air Force. A year apart, they were 10 years older than Jeanne. “I come here every day,” she says, because “I love them and I miss them.” Jeanne, who has emphysema, moved from New York a year ago to be near her daughter. The move has been good. “You get the help you need, and I’ve made lots of friends,” she says. “Praise the Lord for this place.” Downstairs, the only resident who has lived here since the first year arrives from an outing. Virginia Chynoweth, 92, carefully wheels her walker to a chair. She peers through her glasses. “I like everything about it,” she says about her home. She’s able to go wherever she pleases. And, “I feel safe.” In the end, that’s what a home should be — not a crushing burden, just simply safe. Especially when we’re old. For Dawn Shepherd, that means the world. If the time should come, she already knows which room she’d choose. It’d be easy, after all, to live in a place built with love. Ann Macari Healey’s column about people, places and issues of everyday life appears every other week. Her column earned first place in the 2013 Colorado Press Association Better Newspaper contest. She can be reached at ahealey@coloradocommunitymedia.com or 303-566-4110.
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Incumbents sweep six county races No new faces in Arapahoe government
year to replace longtime Sheriff Grayson Robinson, who retired.
County treasurer
Staff report Several elected positions in Arapahoe County government were decided Nov. 4, with Republican incumbents all winning by large margins. Below is a look at these races.
Sheriff Dave Walcher (R-Aurora) will keep his job after facing off against Tyler Brown (D-Aurora). Walcher Walcher, who has been serving as sheriff since February, won by a comfortable ratio of 56 percent to 44 percent. Walcher was appointed early in the
Incumbent Sue Sandstrom (R-Aurora) faced former Treasurer Doug Milliken (D-Centennial), in the third contest between the two candidates for this office. Sandstrom Sandstrom handily won the rubber match, garnering 56 percent of the vote. Milliken won the 2006 race over Sandstrom, who prevailed in 2010.
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Matt Crane (R-Littleton) will stay in office after defeating Joan Lopez (DCentennial). Crane took 57
percent of the vote. Crane was appointed clerk in March 2013, following the resignation of Nancy Doty, who was elected county commissioner.
County commissioner, District 2 Martha Karnopp (DAurora) took aim at the seat of Nancy Sharpe (RGreenwood Village), but the incumbent easily won re-election. Sharpe racked up 62 percent of the vote. The former mayor of Greenwood Sharpe Village, Sharpe was elected to her first term as commissioner in 2010.
County assessor Incumbent Corbin Sakdol (R-Littleton) won by a large margin over PK Kaiser (D-
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Voters in Centennial decided a pair of races for the state House on Nov. 4. Two Republicans, one an incumbent and one a newcomer, emerged victorious. Here’s a look at the races.
State House District 38
State House District 37
Nancy Cronk (D-Aurora) and Jack Tate (R-Centennial) vied to replace term-limited Republican Spencer Swalm as the representative in this district that includes eastern Centennial. Tate, a local businessman, won by a large margin, 59 percent to 41 percent. In the run-up to the election, Tate emphasized the importance of small businesses. “Small businesses are our No. 1 job creator in Colorado, and we need a climate that lets small businesses flour-
Incumbent Kathleen Conti (RLittleton) secured a third term in this district that includes western Centennial. Conti defeated former legislator Robert Bowen Tate Conti (D-Centennial) 62 percent to 38 percent. She won her seat in 2010 and was re-elected in 2012. “I will continue to ensure that hardearned tax dollars are spent responsibly in critical areas such as statewide infrastructure and all areas of education,” Conti said before the election.
Aurora). Sakdol picked up 56.4 percent of the vote. This will be his third term, and he has worked for the assessor’s office since 1990.
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maintaining parks, installing energy-saving systems and replacing aging and inefficient irrigation systems. In May, a citizens’ committee strongly recommended
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in Iraq. “I’m the only member of the Colorado delegation who served in the military during the Persian Gulf War and Iraq,” he said during a May interview. He says that makes him uniquely qualified in his role as
Sakdol
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Kelly Lear-Kaul (R-Columbine Valley) ran uncontested for coroner. She has been serving in the position since June after being appointed to replace Michael Dobersen, who retired. Lear-Kaul has worked for the coroner’s office since 2004. Like Dobersen, Lear-Kaul she is a licensed forensic pathologist, giving her an advanced level of medical training in a position that does not require it.
the step, and actually suggested the district also pursue a bond issue. SSPRD’s current share of property tax is about 7 mills, or about $55 a year for every $100,000 of a home’s value. Of that, $26 goes to capital projects and $18 goes to trails, parks and open space. Feebased programs get $5, administration gets $5 and Hud-
son Gardens gets $1. The district’s total annual budget, slated to be approved on Nov. 12, is about $53 million. It serves more than 135,000 residents in Littleton, Sheridan, Columbine Valley, Lone Tree, Bow Mar, Centennial west of Interstate 25, and portions of unincorporated Jefferson, Douglas and Arapahoe counties.
the chair of the Veterans Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, which he points to as a bastion of bipartisanship. He’s said that his priorities for Colorado include relaxing regulations impeding the aerospace industry and encouraging more manufacturing. Like many in his party, he supports the repeal and replacement of Obamacare. Romanoff, who recently
moved to Aurora, is the former speaker of the state House. “Someone once said victory has a thousand fathers, but failure is an orphan,” Romanoff said in his concession speech. “I know my mother has always wanted a grandchild, so let me claim paternity for this defeat.” Romanoff congratulated Coffman for his victory and told supporters that Coffman has “served our country with honor and distinction.”
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Voters signaled a desire for greater transparency in school board business by passing Proposition 104 — the only one of the four statewide ballot questions to earn a green light on Election Day. As of the morning of Nov. 5, the count was 70 percent in favor to 30 percent opposed. At its core, Proposition 104 would “require that local school boards or their representatives negotiate collective bargaining agreements in open meetings,” as highlighted in the state’s “blue book.” Proponents support the measure as a way to ensure greater oversight of school board work in negotiations. On the other side, opponents argue that contract issues can be sensitive and difficult and are better handled in the private settings of executive sessions. Jane Urschel, deputy director of the Colorado Association of School Boards, said, “I am not surprised. I think what happened is most districts do not bargain, so it seems logical to do this board work in public.” Jeff Wasden, president of the Colorado Business Roundtable, said the passage shows that voters can still pass independent issues. “We are still a pretty conservative state and people expect transparency,” the Highlands Ranch resident said. Other state questions: Amendment 68 failed by a ratio of 71 percent to 29 percent, based on unofficial Nov. 5 results. The measure would have allowed casino gambling at horse racetracks in Arapahoe, Mesa and Pueblo counties, with the gambling revenue to support K-12 education in the state. Amendment 67, dubbed the “personhood” amendment, was not expected to pass by many political experts and lost by a ratio of 64 percent to 35 percent. The measure would have amended the state constitution so that the terms “person” and “child” in the Colorado criminal code and the state wrongful death statutes would include “unborn human beings.” Proposition 105 was defeated 66 percent to 34 percent. The measure would have required that foods that are genetically modified or produced contain the words “produced with genetic engineering.”
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As was the trend in several other races, Colorado voters chose Republican candidates to represent them in three statewide offices below the top-tier race for governor. Republican Cynthia Coffman will replace John Suthers as attorney general. She took 52.7 percent of the vote in a race against Democrat Don Quick (41.3 percent) and Libertarian David Williams (6 percent). Suthers, a Republican, is leaving the post to pursue the job of mayor of Colorado Springs, where the election will be held next April. Coffman has served as Suthers’ chief deputy since 2005. Republican Wayne Williams won in his bid for secretary of state and will replace fellow Republican Scott Gessler, who launched an unsuccessful bid for governor. Williams garnered 48.6 percent of the vote, while Democrat Joe Neguse received 44 percent, with two other candidates combining to take the remaining 7.4 percent. Williams is the El Paso County clerk and recorder, a position he was elected to in 2010. Incumbent Republican Walker Stapleton will keep his job as treasurer. He picked up 50.9 percent of the vote, compared to 44.1 percent for Democrat Betsy Markey and 5 percent for Libertarian David Jurist. Stapleton was elected to his first term in 2010.
Carson wins regent race Staff report Highlands Ranch Republican John Carson defeated Aurora Democrat Naquetta Ricks by a margin of 57 percent to 43 percent in the 6th Congressional District CU Regent race. Carson, the former president of the Douglas County School Board, ran on a platform of making college more affordable for middle-class families. He also said during his campaign that he believes there should be more of a balance between teaching and research for university professors. “Too much emphasis has been placed on research and publication as the road to tenure,” he said. “Professors want to teach more, they want more time with students, but there is a philosophy of `publish or perish.’ ”
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Gardner takes Senate seat from Udall Congressman defeats Democratic incumbent By Vic Vela vvela@colorado communitymedia.com A U.S. Senate race that was expected to be a nail-biter proved to be anything but that on Nov. 4 as Republican Congressman Cory Gardner upended Democratic incumbent Mark Udall in a race that was decided stunningly early. A pumped-up crowd of supporters erupted when Gardner took to a podium inside a Hyatt hotel ballroom at the Denver Tech Center, where the enthusiastic Yuma native declared victory. “Tonight we shook up the Senate,” Gardner said. “As Republicans in Colorado, we’ve gotten used to the saying, `Wait for the next election.’ Well tonight, that next election came.” By 7:30 on the morning after Election Day, totals so far showed Gardner in front with about 49.4 percent of votes tallied, compared to Udall’s 45.1 percent. Gardner had an edge of about 79,000 votes over Udall, with only 11 of the state’s 64 counties still submitting results. Udall conceded defeat in front of supporters at downtown Denver’s Westin Hotel at about 10 p.m. on Election Day, during a speech where he graciously accepted the night’s reality.
“As long as I’ve had the privilege of serving the people of Colorado, I always feel like I’ve come out ahead,” Udall said. Udall’s speech came two hours after news outlets began calling the race for Gardner — which occurred only an hour after the 7 p.m. poll closings. That surprised many observers. Even though recent public polling leading up to the election showed a coalescing of majority support for Gardner, the race was expected to be tight, considering recent elections have shown that a strong Democratic ground game made all the difference. But that didn’t materialize for Udall, who also had to fight against a national Republican wave that resulted in Democrats losing control of the U.S. Senate. In spite of the painful results, Udall tried to keep the mood light, referencing the humor of his late father, former Congressman and presidential candidate Morris Udall. “I do respect the will of the voters here in the state of Colorado, but I also thought about my dad,” Udall said. “You may remember, some of you, that he lost an election. He said, `The voters have spoken, the blanket-blanks.’” But Udall — who became the first incumbent senator to lose in Colorado since 1978 — still acknowledged the sting of the loss. “I thought about Abe Lincoln, you know his famous story about the boy that stubbed his toe,” Udall said. “He said, ‘It hurts too
Colorado’s next U.S. Senator, Republican Cory Gardner, gives his victory speech to GOP supporters Nov. 4 at the Hyatt hotel ballroom at the Denver Tech Center after early results showed a convincing lead over Democratic incumbent Mark Udall. Photo by Christy Steadman Mark Udall gives an emotional concession speech to supporters from inside downtown Denver’s Westin Hotel on Nov. 4. Photo by Q Crutchfield
much to laugh, but he’s too big to cry.’” But the night was Gardner’s. The senator-elect told the crowd that Coloradans have now “signed up to be the tip of the spear, the vanguard of change that is sweeping the nation.” Gardner said that Colorado voters “are not red, they are not blue, but they are crystal clear.” “They are crystal clear in their message to Washington: Get your job done and get the heck out of the way,” Gardner said.
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Life can take nightmare turns with dream logic A good friend’s wife had ovarian cancer, time stood still, and then he was handed a different clock. Things that mattered the day before didn’t matter very much. Jack and I were in art school together. He was the best painter in the building. We were on the same intramural basketball team. We listened to the same music. He told me about Country Joe and the Fish. That will give you some idea. I stayed in California for my MFA, and he went to Yale for his. Then years went by, we went in different directions, and I thought that was that. Tyus Edney brought us back together. He did it in 4.8 seconds. Edney dribbled the length of the court against Missouri and scored the winning basket with 0.0 on the clock. I heard from Jack. Off and on, I have been hearing from him ever since, especially in the past few years. Most of the time we talk about the football or basketball teams, but we get around to art and even the edges of politics. He is just as intense as he was in college. He will let you know exactly what he is thinking. Some of his thoughts are not the prevailing ones. Neither are mine, so we are a good match. We were exchanging emails about the football team, and then his emails stopped. He is a well-known Los Angeles-based designer. Projects are coming in and going out all of the time.
Deadlines are always looming. So I didn’t think very much about it. Then I received one of those messages that we all receive — eventually. His wife was in the hospital. It has been a couple of weeks now. She was released after an operation and treatment, but she went back to the emergency room. It has been touch and go, and obviously the football season moved to the back of the bus. Jack stayed in Bacall’s room, and he has been compassionately watchful every single day. It’s been said before: Life, real life, is much more important than games. But games can help get us through some things. It’s hard to explain if you don’t have a team. If you have a team, your heart goes into it. A win brightens the day. We were unbeaten while I was in rehab. It made a difference. At my age, I get a couple of emails like the one about Bacall every year. I have sent
some of my own that were almost like it, only mine didn’t have happy endings. Just endings. I haven’t seen Jack since he left for Yale. That was around 1970. In the past 44 years, a lot of people have gone through my life and out the back door. The Internet is an odd thing, though. I have frequent reunions, usually with former students who want to reminisce. It’s been great to reconnect with Jack. Jack met Bacall at the UCLA extension school in Santa Monica, and I can still remember how he talked about her. He made her sound very intriguing, just like her name. They have been in love ever since. I like success stories when it comes to love. There aren’t enough of them. I cannot imagine what I would do if something happened to Jennifer. I guess we learn these things from others. Maybe even from books and movies. But when it comes right down to it, what do you do? What part of you tells you what to do? Balloons in the room won’t do it. It has to be deeper. And maybe you have to find something in you that you didn’t even know was there. “He would be there all night, and he would be there when Jem waked up in the morning.” (“To Kill a Mockingbird.”) Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net.
Don’t let little things stop big achievements The golf ball rolled across the green on its way to the hole, it seemed like a perfect birdie putt, and then just as it was looking as if it would fall gently into the cup, it stopped one rotation short of going in. The golfers let out a group groan as they watched in confusion, wondering how the ball could have stopped so abruptly. As the golfer approached his ball to tap it in, he noticed the barrier to his birdie … a tiny ladybug. Now the average weight of a ladybug is 0.021 grams, and the weight of a golf ball is 45.93 grams, that’s more than 2,000 times larger than the ladybug. And yet in the battle for the birdie, our little red speckled friend was able to stop the rolling advance of the ball. In previous columns I have written about the “Goliaths” in our lives that need to be defeated or the fact that we need to be dragon slayers and conquer those fire-breathing beasts. The focus was on the perceived bigger problems and opportunities in life that need to be tackled. But how often are we tripped up by the little things? So what are our ladybugs? What is it that is standing in the way of us reaching our goals
and dreams, completing our tasks, and making the most of the opportunities before us? Is it the simple fact of getting started and avoiding procrastination? Could it be as simple as getting better at the details? And maybe it’s just as small as not following through on an action or commitment. For our golfing buddy that ladybug may as well have been a brick wall. And for many of us, myself included, at different times in my life, have allowed something so small to become so huge that it prevented us from success. And there is a saying in golf that goes like this, “100 percent of balls that never make it to the hole will never go in.” And I think that can be said in our personal and professional lives as well. If we leave everything short, if we
continue to allow something little to stop us or slow us down, we may miss the opportunity to be better than average or mediocre while rising to greatness. Having written this column for the past five years, I have gotten to know the community really well through the letters and emails I receive and the back-and-forth correspondence with you all. And I can share with you that just like my buddy Caesar who shared the golf-ball-killing ladybug story above, I know that you are all wanting to realize your truest dreams and desires, not just almost reach them. Not just come close, not settling for par or average, but meet and even exceed your own expectations. So what’s stopping you? Is it a brick wall or is it just a ladybug-size issue that could easily be overcome? I really would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@gmail.com, and when we recognize that the only thing that can stop us from success is us, it really will be a better than good week. Michael Norton is a resident of Castle Rock, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation, a strategic consultant and a business and personal coach.
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Global stature on the rise Business leaders weigh in on 3 million mark in metro area By Amy Woodward and Jane Reuter Staff writers
Denver may be home to more than 600,000 people, but add the surrounding cities and counties, and the Denver metro area is expected to collectively grow to 3 million people. In fact, it may have already happened, a milestone that firmly places the area on the international radar in the global competition for jobs. According to estimates from the State Demographer’s Office, the population may have hit the 3 million mark in mid-August, but demographers won’t know for sure until next July, said Elizabeth Garner, a state demographer. In July, the estimated population of the Denver area was 2.951 million people. “The growth that Colorado is experiencing right now is not that unusual,” said Garner, reporting an increase of 78,000 people last year compared to 120,000 people at one time during the 1990s. Typical or not, local political and business leaders are taking notice of the population growth and weighing in about what that means for the area. “It’s a brave new world for us,” said Tom Clark, chief executive of the Metro Denver Economic Development Corp. and executive vice president of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce. “At 2 million people, a metropolitan region becomes a perpetual job machine,” he said, citing a study conducted by a research economist in the early 1990s. At the 2 million mark, a city begins to grow its own jobs and becomes selfsustaining, Clark explained. Money stays within the community longer and exits later while wealth and income tend to go up. But at 3 million, a city or in this case — a metropolitan area — makes its debut on the world stage. “Three million begins to put you into a global competition for jobs,” Clark said. In the past, Colorado’s biggest competitors for job locations were Phoenix and Dallas. Today, Colorado’s direct competitors to the south are overshadowed by cities much farther away such as Dublin, Singapore and Toronto. Clark credits transportation build-out, infrastructure and a highly diverse economy for putting the Denver area on the global market. He pinpointed specific areas of the state’s economy that are in line with the U.S. economy — green and fossil energy, health care and wellness, IT, telecom, bio-tech, aerospace and financial
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display my art, I do it,” said Feight, whose studio is based in Centennial. Feight is known for his art that depicts his passion of aviation. He grew up around planes, as his father held a career with the United States Air Force. In the 1980s, Feight built a plane, said his wife, Paula, who takes care of most of the marketing for the artwork. “He really gets what he’s painting,” she said, “because he’s done it.” Feight, 61, has been doing artwork his entire life, he said. He recently retired after 40 years of doing graphic design for Lockheed Martin. “He hasn’t had a lot of local exposure because he was working at Lockheed Martin,” Paula said, and added that most of the people who saw his work there were fellow employees of the company. “It is too good for people not to see.” However, locally, Feight designed the lobby at the STEM School and Academy in Highlands Ranch, and donates a lot of art for auctions at local schools. He has done commission work, created a big mural on display in Jacksonville, Fla. and donated work to the Confederate Air Force in Texas, Paula Feight said. One thing that people will notice in Feight’s artwork is contrast, either with color, black and white or shape. “It’s just kind of a fascination,” Feight said. “If it doesn’t pop out, I don’t like it.”
Among the flurry of development in the Lone Tree area is a 230-unit apartment complex on the west side of Park Meadows Drive north of Lincoln Avenue. Two other apartment complexes are under construction at the Lincoln light rail station. Photo by Jane Reuter
A GREAT PLACE TO BE Colorado ranked first in the country for the lowest obesity rate. A study released by Trust for America’s Health and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation considered adult obesity rates by state and reported that every state had obesity rates above 20 percent. Colorado reported the lowest rate of 21.3 percent. A recent study by WalletHub ranked Colorado as the fourth happiest state in the country. The study considered 26 key metrics including emotional health, income levels, and sports participation rates. The top three happiest states in order were Utah, Minnesota and North Dakota. Outside magazine released a ranking of the 100 best companies to work, with 28 of those businesses located in Colorado. Four of the top 10 spots and half of the top 20 were Colorado companies. Sphero, a Boulder-based robotic toy manufacturer, ranked third, the highest spot of all Colorado companies. Also in the top 20 was GroundFloor Media (4th), Zen Planner (6th), New Belgium Brewing (7th), ReadyTalk (11th), Global Works (14th), RoundPegg (15th), Cloud 9 Living (16th), TDA_Boulder (18th), and Adaptive Sports Center (20th). services. Most of those industries already are well represented in Douglas County, which is seeing some of the fastest job-growth in the country. That isn’t expected to change anytime soon, with demographers predicting the population to grow by another third from about 315,000 to 478,000 in the
Feight’s work starts by first taking hundreds of photographs. He takes bits and pieces of each photograph to get the overall design of the painting. Then, he builds a model airplane and takes more pictures of it in order to get the lighting and shadows correct in the painting, Paula Feight said. Each Picture Centennial event has a special open house during which the public is invited for a meet-and-greet opportunity with the artist. The meet-and-greet includes complementary wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres. The meet-and-greet is a success, Schneider said. Some people stop in because it’s a free art show, and others will come just to avoid traffic on Arapahoe Road during a commute, she said. Feight likes to see the public’s reaction to his artwork, he said, and Paula added that people of all ages — from children to seniors — enjoy his art. “The final results are the reward,” Feight said. To learn more about Picture Centennial, or to submit an application to be a featured artist for the event, visit www. centennialco.gov. From the home page, click on the “Get Involved” tab, which will provide a link to “Art in Centennial.” Information on the current featured artist, and past artists can also be found on the page. Don Feight’s artwork can be found at www.feightstudios.com. People may place purchase orders through the website. Questions or further inquiries can be directed to don@feightstudios.com.
next 25 years. Much of that growth will center around light rail, predicts Jeff Holwell, Lone Tree’s economic development director and former chief operating officer for the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce. “New investment in office and commercial facilities is frequently moving towards transit and transit-oriented developments because it’s accessible for their employees,” he said. “It’s becoming a pretty significant driver in new development. Because of that, Lone Tree is very well positioned for that kind of sustainable growth.” Three additional light rail stops are planned in Lone Tree when the southeast extension is constructed, two of them on the currently undeveloped area of Lone Tree east of I-25. Among the goals in the south metro area are investments that will make it a major employment base. “Currently, Lone Tree residents are ei-
ther driving to Denver or Arapahoe County before they drive to a Douglas County employer,” said Holwell. “As we attract more primary employment, having the option to live and work in the same community is a major goal of our economic development. You can live here and not have to fight the congestion.” The south metro area is already home to several Fortune 500 companies, including CH2M Hill, DISH Network, Liberty Interactive, Western Union and Arrow Electronics. Drawing more large employers, a range of housing options and creating walkable, transit-oriented developments also will help cut down on the traffic and environmental impacts growth is likely to bring. “We’re going to continue to grow whether we like it or not,” Clark said. “You need to be spending money to take good care of those assets that you don’t get back if you screw them up.”
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Hickenlooper claims narrow victory Democratic governor fends off challenge from Beauprez
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vvela@coloradocommunitymedia.com One word summed up the mood at a Nov. 5 Capitol victory rally for Gov. John Hickenlooper. “Phew,” the governor said while making a motion with his hand as if to wipe away sweat. After a bruising night for Democrats in Colorado and nationwide, Hickenlooper’s razor thin re-election win over Republican Bob Beauprez was one of the few things the blue party had to celebrate following the results from Election Night. Results in the gubernatorial race were not known until the morning after the election. After trailing for much of the evening the night before, Hickenlooper eventually was able to squeak out a win after pulling ahead in the wee hours of the morning. “I think I can now demonstrate that one, even with almost no sleep, can still feel great joy,” he said. As of 11 a.m on Nov. 5, Hickenlooper held about a 1 percentage point lead, with 94 percent of the precincts reporting. He was leading Beauprez by about 25,000 votes. Most of the remaining votes were in counties that were backing Hickenlooper. Beauprez had not conceded victory by the time Hickenlooper had given his victory speech, nor had the campaign issued a statement regarding the results. It was expected to be a very close race and the contest lived up to its billing. For months, Beauprez, a former congressman, hammered at Hickenlooper’s record and blasted him for “failing to lead” on key issues including the death penalty and fracking. Helping Beauprez during his campaign were Hickenlooper’s own words. The gov-
positive campaign.’ Gov. John Hickenlooper ernor at times found himself walking back comments he made throughout the campaign, including remarks regarding gun control legislation that he gave to a group of sheriffs over the summer. And Beauprez was helped by a national Republican wave that swept through Colorado and allowed the GOP to take over a U.S. Senate race here and to keep statewide offices that include attorney general, secretary of state and treasurer. But from the beginning, Hickenlooper focused his campaign on his stewardship over a state economy that has picked up steam under his watch. And he maintained a quirky, affable personality on the stump while keeping his promise to voters that he would never run a negative campaign ad, despite some of the groups backing him doing so. “I am so proud that we were able to run a positive campaign,” Hickenlooper said. “But we could not have done it without the encouragement of the people of Colorado.” Hickenlooper thanked his family and staff and supporters. He also thanked Democratic Sen. Mark Udall for his service, several hours after Udall lost his re-election bid to Republican Congressman Cory Gardner. The governor said Gardner called him that morning to congratulate him on the victory. “He said, ‘We’re going to be able to work together very well,’ ” Hickenlooper said. “We’re going to do everything we can to move this state forward.”
Supporters cheer as Gov. John Hickenlooper gives a re-election victory speech inside the Capitol on Nov. 5. The race was not called until after 7:30 the morning after Election Night. Photo by Vic Vela
Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob Beauprez addresses the audience Oct. 29 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Castle Rock. Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush came to Castle Rock last week to rally support for Beauprez and other Colorado Republicans that were running for office. Photo by Mike DiFerdinando
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November 7, 2014
School leaders want fewer laws, more funding Superintendents discuss variety of topics during annual forum By Jane Reuter
jreuter@colorado communitymedia.com Colorado school leaders would prefer less legislative involvement but more funding, they said during an Oct. 29 Superintendent Forum in Denver. “I wish the legislators would just trust us as professionals,” said Cherry Creek Schools’ superintendent Harry Bull, among eight Colorado superintendents who participated in the annual Public Education and Business Coalition event. His response was among several offered in response to a state legislator who asked what the state’s education leaders want from the government. About 400 people gathered in the Seawall Grand Balloon in downtown Denver for the hour-long “The State of our Districts.” Subjects ranged from burdensome legislation — including state and federally mandated tests — to the impact of poverty on students. Bull was not alone in his sentiments about state requirements. “I think what our community would say is do less,” said Littleton Public Schools’ superintendent Scott Murphy. “More mandates that come down without the funding are problematic.” Denver Public Schools’ superintendent Tom Boasberg said, “The fact that we don’t fund full-day kindergarten in this state, I think, is shameful.” He also pointed to the achievement gap common among children from povertystricken homes. “The kids are not two years behind because they were dumber than their more affluent peers; they had less opportunity,” he said. “I think it’s incredibly important we bring the base up and offer ours kids who need it full-day kindergarten … and help kids who are behind catch up and
Colorado school superintendents including, from left, Denver Public Schools’ Tom Boasberg, Cherry Creek’s Harry Bull, Douglas County’s Elizabeth Fagen, Adams 12 Five-Star’s Chris Gdowski, La Veta’s Bree Lessar and Jefferson County’s Dan McMinimee chat before the start of the Oct. 29 Superintendent Forum in Denver. Photo by Jane Reuter
achieve the potential each of them is born with.” Other leaders also said schools need funding more than legislation. “I feel we’ve built a compelling case we use your money well,” Adams 12 Five Star Schools’ Chris Gdowski said. “But we need more of it.” “Give us the resources,” said Boulder Valley School District superintendent Bruce Messinger. “Quit passing laws, and let us do what we know how to do.” Similarly, they said heavy teacher and student requirements included in the
industry. “These are people that want to have families and do bigger-picture things with their lives than just be chained to a desk 12 hours a day,” said JeffCo Public Schools’ superintendent Dan McMinimee. “How can we take the dollars we have, take care of all the other needs we have, while still having a wage that makes it an attractive place for people to be?” Messinger said Boulder Valley has focused on better pay and an appealing work environment to draw staff. “As a state, we have created an environment that’s not attractive to our educators because (of) high-stakes testing,” he said. Murphy said teachers still flock to Littleton, but he’s concerned about ensuring they stay. “Part of it is about money, part of it is about recognition,” he said. “Some of the dialogue that goes on at the state and national level doesn’t recognize enough about what they contribute.”
Common Core Standards and a bevy of tests present challenges. “Please don’t hear me say I’m not about accountability,” Bull said. “We spend so much time talking about assessment — structuring our days around assessment — that I would suggest we’re losing instructional time.” Some expressed strong support for the Common Core, a set of national standards aimed at enhancing education. But the Douglas County School District has rejected the Common Core, creating its own set of student standards, said superintendent Elizabeth Fagen. “We believe the (Common Core) standards are lower than we would like them to be,” she said. “The assessments we’re forced to do are a data point, and we take that into consideration. But we also have to measure a more important skill set.” Superintendents said they’re challenged to find and keep teachers in the quickly changing, ever-more demanding
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Centennial Citizen 13
November 7, 2014
Jury trial continues for man accused of killing mother Ari Liggett’s sister reveals information on mother’s will, brother’s mental illness By Christy Steadman csteadman@colorado communitymedia.com
The sister of a man accused of killing his mother in 2012 testified in court Oct. 29 on what was day seven of an expectedto-be, almost 4-week jury trial for Centennial man, Ari Misha Liggett. Ari Liggett, 26, was arrested Oct. 17, 2012, after law enforcement reportedly found the dismembered corpse of Beverly Liggett, 56, in his possession. Liggett is thought to have poisoned his mother after being removed from her will. Testimony from his sister, Livie Liggett, revealed information concerning Ari Liggett’s mental illness and matters concerning Beverly Liggett’s will. On Oct. 4, 2012, Beverly Liggett was visiting her in Fort Collins, the sister testified. She stated the two had a good day together celebrating her mother’s birthday, and it was then that her mother had informed her where she kept her will. It was not until Oct. 16, 2012, when the sister opened the file and saw Ari Liggett had been taken out of the will. Under oath, she stated she believed the change might have been done in January 2010, and she was not sure if Ari Liggett knew of any
modifications to the will. Despite results of mental evaluations stemming from an unrelated arrest in March 2010, in which two of three evaluations indicated Liggett has mental issues, a court-ordered competency exam conducted in February 2013 deemed Liggett competent to stand trial. The sister testified Oct. 29 that Ari Liggett has “always struggled with his mental problems,” and Liggett that his mental illness has been consistent. She said her mother was diagnosed bi-polar, but that she was “extremely aware” of her disability and had a medication regime that kept it under control. Nothing helped Ari Liggett, the sister said, stating that in September 2012 she observed his symptoms were getting worse. She said certain behaviors recognized as physical symptoms of his mental illness, such as standing and staring at a wall for hours, occurred regardless if he was on his medication or not. The sister testified that she knew her mother was afraid of Ari Liggett, and Beverly had “significant concerns for his mental health.” Ari and Beverly Liggett were reported missing from the home they shared in the 6200 block of East Peakview Avenue on Oct. 15, 2012, after she failed to return phone calls.
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Veterans honored at bookstore
The Denver Municipal Band Brass Quintet will perform patriotic music and veterans will be honored at 1:30 p.m. Nov. 11 at Barnes & Noble bookstore, 960 S. Colorado Blvd., Glendale. The event includes a presentation and book signing of “Sterling Heroes of World War II,” by Denny Dressman and Dr. John Elliff. The book features interviews with 36 war veterans and was recently added to the Denver Public Library’s renowned Western History collection. The event is free to attend and copies of the book are available for purchase.
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A news release states that credit card transactions were monitored the following day, which led law enforcement to believe the missing persons had traveled to the Western Slope of Colorado. On Oct. 17, 2012, Arapahoe County sheriff’s deputies spotted the vehicle connected to the missing persons being driven in an adjacent neighborhood. A Greenwood Village Police Department officer attempted to make a traffic stop, but the vehicle eluded the officer. The vehicle came to a stop after it was involved in a one-vehicle crash near the East Orchard Road and South Dayton Street intersection. Ari Liggett was then arrested after a brief foot pursuit, the release states. Law enforcement discovered Beverly Liggett’s body parts in the back of Ari Liggett’s gold Honda CRV. Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office investigator Craig Clark testified at a preliminary hearing in June of last year that the remains of Beverly Liggett’s body were contained in two large, locked plastic tubs filled with a mixture of cottonseed oil and vinegar. Liggett claims he did not kill his mother, but did hope to hide the body so he
could use her credit cards, calling on “two friends from jail to help get rid of the problem,” police reports state. Investigators’ reports claim that Liggett believed if no one knew his mother was dead, he could spend her money. Reportedly, Ari Liggett said he planned to seal the boxes with silicone putty, lock them in a rented storage building in the mountains and let his mother’s body slowly dissolve in the vinegar mixture, according to investigators’ reports. Autopsy reports reveal that Beverly Liggett died of cyanide poisoning, which was found in her body, as well as in that of the family cat. A veterinary pathologist testified Oct. 29 that he “found no other cause of death” for the cat, but testified that it is unknown how the cat ingested the cyanide. A search of the Liggett residence found a shot glass containing potassium cyanide in the refrigerator, traces of blood, vomit and a handsaw and knife in the dishwasher. Liggett’s case presides before 18th Judicial District Judge Michelle Amico at the Arapahoe County District Courthouse. The jury trial is scheduled through Nov. 14.
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14 Centennial Citizen
November 7, 2014
A little nothing to help relax Sensory deprivation takes away distractions By Chris Michlewicz
cmichlewicz@colorado communitymedia.com Any fan of “Seinfeld” knows that there is great significance in the idea of nothing. Steve Skalkowski believes in the concept so much that he left a successful 16-year career in the mortgage industry to start a business devoted to the pleasures of nothing. That is, sensory deprivation, a practice that completely removes daily distractions, if only for an hour or so. Skalkowski converted a 1,200-squarefoot space in the Plaza Center Office Suites formerly occupied by an auto leasing company into Astral Float Spa, the largest sensory-deprivation center in the Denver metro area. He opened his doors in July and has been growing the business ever since. Looking around at the spare walls, Skalkowski readily admits he still needs to do some decorating; the lone art piece on the wall simply says, “Enjoy the Journey.” And he knows that’s the entire point, the reason why people come. Astral Float Spa’s four sensory-deprivation chambers — each in a private room — resemble futuristic escape pods, and to some they are a gateway to enlightenment and clarity.
Freshly removed from a serious relationship and searching for answers, Skalkowski came across a podcast by insightful-butsometimes-vulgar stand-up comedian Joe Rogan, who extolled the benefits of sensory deprivation so much that Skalkowski was convinced to try it. “I had started meditating, but I wasn’t very good at it,” he said. “Every little thing would distract me.” His first experience in an isolation tank was transformative, and Skalkowski is fulfilled when he sees first-time customers have the same reaction. Some are attracted by the idea of utter relaxation, a brief departure from the daily runaround. Nearly everyone is a candidate: hurried business executives, frazzled stay-at-home moms, overworked students and bruised and battered athletes. “In such a sensory-overloaded society, this sensory deprivation is that escape, because there is nothing in this tank except for you,” he said. “You’re alone with your thoughts and you’re floating, so your body doesn’t exist anymore.” The float tanks, as they are sometimes known, provide enough room to stretch out and are filled with 10 inches of water loaded with Epsom salt. The salt provides enough buoyancy for people to completely relax every muscle in their body and become suspended by the water, with no pressure points. Pitch-black surroundings and an absence of noise make users feel as if they are in space. Once the mind finishes
Steve Skalkowski, owner of Astral Float Spa in Parker, stands next to one of the four sensory-deprivation chambers at the spa near South Parker Road and Plaza Drive. Photo by Chris Michlewicz reeling over the physics of it all, a soothing calmness takes over. The “sweet spot” for most regulars is an hour and a half, Skalkowski said. Light, ethereal music and ocean sounds start out faint and gradually get louder to signal the end of the session. A shower immediately next to each tank allows customers to wash off perfumes, deodorants, colognes and body oils before entering the chamber, and also cleans the saltwater away at the end. The water in the
tanks is changed out regularly and goes through a powerful filtration system. A one-hour session costs $45 and 1½ hours is $60. Rates are lower for members, and any military veteran with PTSD gets his or her first session for free. Astral Float Spa, 19031 E. Plaza Drive, accepts walk-ins, but appointments are recommended. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day. Call 303-635-6671 or go to www.astralfloatspa.com for more information.
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First United Methodist Church
TRUST JESUS & WORSHIP! 10:30am at Castle View HS
1200 South Street w/Kids & Castle Rock, CO 80104 Youth Min 303.688.3047 mysummitchurch.com www.fumccr.org
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Lutheran Church & School
Little Blessings Day Care www.littleblessingspdo.com
Sunday Worship 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Sunday School Bible Study 9:30am Trinity Lutheran School & ELC (Ages 3-5, Grades K-8)
303-841-4660 Serving the southeast Denver www.tlcas.org WORSHIP area SUNDAY SCHOOL Greenwood Village PRESCHOOL Sunday · 8:00 am & 10:30 am
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UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Open and Affirming
Sunday Worship
8:00 AM Chapel Service 9:00 & 10:30 AM Sanctuary 10:20 AM St. Andrew Wildflower Sunday School 9:00 & 10:30 am
www.st-andrew-umc.com 303-794-2683 Preschool: 303-794-0510
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Sundays 10 am
Calf’s Lowell Ranch • 2330 S. I-25 www.savethecowboy.com
Serving the Southeast Denver area
Call or check our website for information on services and social events! www.cbsdenver.org
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Highlands Ranch
Alongside One Another On Life’s Journey
www.gracecolorado.com
You are invited to worship with us:
Sundays at 10:00 am
Grace is on the NE Corner of Santa Fe Dr. & Highlands Ranch Pkwy. (Across from Murdochs)
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worship Time 10:30AM sundays 9:00am Spiritual Formation Classes for all Ages 90 east orchard road littleton, co
Parker evangelical Presbyterian church Connect – Grow – Serve
Sunday Worship
8:45 am & 10:30 am 9030 MILLER ROAD PARKER, CO 80138 3038412125 www.pepc.org
Sunday Worship - 10:00am Bible Study immediately following Thursday Bible Study - 7:30pm Currently meeting at: Acres Green Elementary School 13524 Acres Green Drive 303-688-9506 www.LoneTreeCoC.com
Parker
Community Church of Religious Science Sunday 10:00 a.m. at the historic Ruth Memorial Chapel on Mainstreet
303.805.9890 www.ParkerCCRS.org
Lone Tree Church of Christ
Weaving Truth and Relevance into Relationships and Life
Parker, CO • 10am Worship www.uccparkerhilltop.org 303-841-2808
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Congregation Beth Shalom
Parker
10926 E. Democrat Rd.
9203 S. University Blvd. Highlands Ranch, 80126
Serving the community ages 21/2 – 6 years “Love, Learn, Laugh”
303 N Ridge Rd. • Castle Rock • CO
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United Church Of Christ Parker Hilltop
9:15 am · for children and adults
www.faithcrco.org 303-688-3476
Littleton
Joy Lutheran Church Sharing God’s Love
SERVICES:
SATURDAY 5:30pm
SUNDAY 8:00 & 10:30am
Expository Teaching Through Books of the Bible Families worshipping together Iron Horse Elementary School 20151 Tallman Dr. Parker 80138 Sunday 10:00 TwentyMileBibleChurch.org
Education Hour: Sunday 9:15am Joyful Mission Preschool 303-841-3770 7051 East Parker Hills Ct. • Parker, CO 303-841-3739 www.joylutheran-parker.org
303 798 6387 www.gracepointcc.us
First Presbyterian Church of Littleton Sunday Services 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Christ’s Episcopal Church 615 4th Street Castle Rock, CO 80104 303.688.5185
www.ChristsEpiscopalChurch.org TWITTER: @CECCastleRock
Sunday
8:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m.
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Centennial Citizen 15
November 7, 2014
A secret love no longer Two Highlands Ranch women marry at the Chapel at Red Rocks By Christy Steadman
csteadman@coloradocommunitymedia.com It wasn’t too long ago that two Highlands Ranch women had to live in secret and keep their love hidden from friends, family and coworkers. The two had been living together since 1999, and had been a couple for more than 20 years, but felt they had to introduce each other as roommates. “(They) loved each other, often in secret,” said Kate Otting, the couple’s friend, “believing they would not have universal approval from society.” As of Oct. 26, however, Mary McCuen, 58, and Diane Vazis, 60, will no longer live in secret. On that day, they made their relationship official and said the vows they wrote for each other at the Chapel at Red Rocks. “To get to marry my best friend in the beautiful Red Rocks setting, with God as our witness, is all we’ve ever asked for,” McCuen said. “I always hoped to get married,” Vazis said. “But I thought gay marriage would be legalized after I was in the ground.” Same-sex marriage became legal in Colorado on Oct. 6, and the couple didn’t waste any time. They got their marriage license at the Department of Motor Vehicles in Lone Tree, and quickly organized a wedding party of three people. “As soon as it was legalized, we didn’t want to wait a full year,” McCuen said. “We met in September and wanted a fall wedding.” “It’s so special,” Vazis said. “We finally have a date to celebrate our anniversary.” Since their wedding, the couple has received overwhelming feedback of support, they said. While walking their dogs or dining at a restaurant, complete strangers make their way over to say congratulations or “it’s about time.” They said it’s almost as if they’ve
become local celebrities. But it wasn’t always that way.
Overcoming obstacles
Vazis enjoys doing yard work, she said, and in the late 1990s, a neighbor girl, who was about 8 or 9 at the time, would always come over to ask if she could help. “But her parents would call her inside every time she did,” Vazis said. “Another neighbor told us that the girl’s parents thought contact with a same-sex couple could harm the child.” One big challenge they faced was trying to buy a house, Otting said. “(They) almost lost the offer on a home when the sellers questioned their cohabitation intentions,” she said. McCuen and Vazis had rings specially designed and made for each to wear on their left hands for a commitment ceremony that took place on a Western Caribbean cruise on Feb. 1, 2008. In 2009, McCuen, originally from Iowa, was at a friend’s baby shower. When another guest at the baby shower stated she was now embarrassed to be from Iowa because the Iowa Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage that year, McCuen felt compelled to conceal her commitment ring, Otting said. Vazis and McCuen considered marrying in Iowa, but decided against it because it would not be recognized in Colorado, where they resided. Another hardship included achieving corporate success without spousal benefits, Otting said. “It wasn’t really accepted,” McCuen said, and added they had a difficult time becoming each other’s beneficiaries. However, Colorado approved the Designated Beneficiary Agreements Act of 2009, which allowed same-sex couples to access some of the benefits that marriage affords. “We wound up creating legal documents to help care for each other in case of crisis,” McCuen said. The couple said they believe the public opinion on same-sex marriage started to shift about three years ago. Younger generations seem to be more accepting, they said, and also give credit to the media for all the
Mary McCuen, left, and Diane Vazis hold up their marriage license, which was obtained at the Department of Vehicles in Lone Tree. The couple had a wedding ceremony at the Chapel at Red Rocks Oct. 26, making them the first same-sex couple to be married at the venue. Courtesy photo attention and coverage it received, and to all the plaintiffs that kept pressing the issue until marriage equality was accepted. “The attitude is so different,” Vazis said. “All, in combination, indicated the shift in attitude.” “We look back in shock that we had to live in secret,” McCuen said. “Hiding a big part of yourself is very wearing.” Two things that kept Vazis and McCuen’s love for each other strong for 21 years is sharing laughter and witnessing the sacrifices Ellen DeGeneres, a television personality who is lesbian, made, specifically when she announced her sexual preference in 1997. “She paved the way,” McCuen said. “She is a great role model for everyone — for all walks of life,” Vazis said.
Making a life together
Vazis and McCuen’s love story began with a dinner date in 1993. They were introduced by a mutual friend, Cori Moffett, who is much younger than McCuen and Vazis, but also much wiser, they said, because she had the intuition to introduce them. “She’s like family to both of us,” Vazis said.
In 1995, they bought a home in Highlands Ranch. McCuen wanted to live in a place that has a sense of community and one that is family-oriented, she said. Additionally, the couple likes the open space and amenities that Highlands Ranch offers. The newlyweds are excited to spend a lifetime together. Both women are in their first year of retirement, and share many of the same interests — including the Denver Broncos, international and U.S. travel, volunteer work and spending time with their two miniature schnauzers, Lexi and Calle. A wedding reception is in the planning phase, which the couple expects to be quite an ordeal — the wedding ceremony was small because all family members live out of state. The couple will also go on a honeymoon, but where and when has not been determined. But “every day is a honeymoon for us,” McCuen said. “We’re elated to be able to live openly and honestly. We’re together because we chose each other to spend the rest of our lives together.” “We won’t be getting divorced,” Vazis said. “We waited too long to get married.”
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November 7, 2014
Public can weigh in on South Suburban budget Board of directors set to vote on Nov. 12 By Jennifer Smith jsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com The South Suburban Parks and Recreation District Board of Directors is considering a number of fee increas-
es as part of its 2015 budget. “We need to continue with our strategy of increasing fees and charges, where program/facility costs have gone up and where market conditions allow,” reads the draft of the budget. “These fee increases are spread over numerous programs and activities to help recover cost of the activity.” The district expects to raise revenues by about $192,000 as a result of the changes, with about $84,000 of that from athletic programs alone. Most individual price hikes are minimal — Colorado Journey Miniature Golf would cost a quarter more for adults at $5.50, and parent/tot dance classes would go up $2 to $19. South Suburban’s 2015 total budget is more than $50 million, of which about $5.5 million is designated for capital projects. “Many staff and citizen requests just to maintain and/ or improve what we have are simply not funded, as we don’t have the necessary resources available,” reads the budget summary. “… The district has significant projects and equipment needs that were not able to be funded.” The public can weigh in before the vote finalizing the 2015 budget at 7 p.m. Nov. 12 at Goodson Recreation Cen-
ter, 6315 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Ideas and comments can also be emailed to BrettC@sspr.org, with “South Suburban Budget” in the subject line. For more information, call 303-798-5131 or visit www.sspr.org. At press time, the board was awaiting the results of the mill-levy increase it put on the ballot. Ballot Issue 4C asked for a property-tax hike of 2 mills for 10 years — about $16 per $100,000 of a home’s value per year — resulting in about $4.5 million annually in additional revenues for the district to be used for general operating expenses. Priorities include protecting the trails, maintaining parks, installing energy-saving systems and replacing aging and inefficient irrigation systems. SSPRD’s current share of property tax is about 7 mills, or about $55 a year for every $100,000 of a home’s value. Of that, $26 goes to capital projects and $18 goes to trails, parks and open space. Fee-based programs get $5, administration gets $5 and Hudson Gardens gets $1. South Suburban serves more than 135,000 residents in Littleton, Sheridan, Columbine Valley, Lone Tree, Bow Mar, western Centennial and portions of Jefferson, Douglas and Arapahoe counties.
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Two Veterans Day ceremonies, one in Littleton and one at Fort Logan National Cemetery, will be held at 11 a.m. Nov. 11 honoring those who have served or are serving in the military. One ceremony will be held at the Littleton World War II memorial at Ketring Park, 6000 S. Gallup St., and the other ceremony will be held at Fort Logan National Cemetery, 3698 8:51 AM S. Sheridan Blvd. The Littleton ceremony is sponsored by Pat Hannon Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4666 and George C. Evans American Legion Post 103. The ceremony at Fort Logan is sponsored annually by District 10,
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Veterans of Foreign Wars and the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and is held in the open area adjacent to the lake and at the base of the main flagpole. There will be a VFW honor guard representing many of the metro area VFW and American Legion posts to present the colors as well as the flags from their posts. Veterans Day speakers at Fort Logan include Peter Buchanan, senior vice president VFW Department of Colorado; Col. James W. Wagner, commander of the 460 Space Wing at Buckley Air Force Base; and Thomas Muir, deputy secretary for administration for the National Cemetery Administration. The event includes placing a ceremonial wreath and flowers at a headstone symbolic of the thousands of headstones in the cemetery. The wreath placement is followed by the traditional 21-gun salute. As the last volley is fired, an array of horn players stationed around the lake will play the echo version of Taps.
When the Fort Logan ceremony ends, lunch will be served at Verle Huffman VFW Post 9644, 2680 W. Hampden Ave. The nation began honoring veterans in 1926 when Armistice Day was held for the first time to remember the event that ended the World War and to honor those who served. That is when the tradition began to hold the ceremony on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, the same time day and month agreement to cease fighting went into effect in 1918, spelling the end to World War I. In 1938, it was declared a national holiday. In its early history, Armistice Day was focused on honoring World War I veterans. In the early 1950s, Congressman Edwin Rees, of Kansas, proposed changing the name of the holiday to Veterans Day and making it a time to honor all those who served in the armed forces. In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the bill, officially making Nov. 11 Veterans Day.
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NOON HOUR, a weekly event that allows the residents of Centennial to connect and communicate with Mayor Cathy Noon, is from noon to 1 p.m. every Wednesday at the Civic Center building located at 13133 E. Arapahoe Road. ARAPAHOE COUNTY Republican Breakfast Club
meets the first Wednesday of each month at ViewHouse Eatery, Bar & Rooftop, 7101 S. Clinton St., Centennial. Breakfast buffet opens at 6:45 a.m. and program lasts from 7:15-8:30 a.m. For information, contact Myron Spanier, 303-877-2940; Mort Marks, 303-770-6147; Nathan Chambers, 303-804-0121; or Cliff Dodge, 303-909-7104.
THE LEAGUE of Women Voters of Arapahoe County has two meetings per month. No unit meetings are in June through August, but the two unit meetings per month will begin again in September on second Monday evenings and second Thursday mornings. Call 303-798-2939. LITTLETON LETIP meets from 7:16-8:31 a.m. every
Tuesday for breakfast at Luciles, 2852 W. Bowles Ave., to exchange qualified business leads. Call Bob Hier at 303-660-6426 or e-mail hierb@yahoo.com.
NON-PRACTICING AND Part Time Nurses Association meets from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month at the Southglenn Library, 6972 S. Vine St., Centennial. All nurses are invited to attend for medical presentations. Contact: Barbara Karford, 303-794-0354.
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AMERICAN ASSOCIATION of University Women, Littleton-Englewood Branch invites baccalaureates to participate in activities that further the goals of equity for women and girls, lifelong education and positive societal change. Meetings are usually Mondays each month, September through May, at Koelbel Library, Orchard Road and Holly Street, Centennial. Social time is followed by business meeting and informative program on subjects ranging from public policy issues to poetry. Call Pam Hansen at 303-753-0838.
DAUGHTERS OF the American Revolution, Columbine Chapter meets at 1 p.m. the second Saturday of each month from September through May at the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce at the Streets at SouthGlenn, Centennial. If you are interested in attending or have questions regarding eligibility, contact Krispin at Krispin_L_Andersen@Q.com or Merry Snyder at mcs.dar88@comcast.net.
ARAPAHOE SALES Professionals meets Thursdays for a business breakfast, business speaker and business networking. Meetings are at 7:30 a.m. at The Egg & I, 2630 W. Belleview (Santa Fe and Belleview). Meeting fee includes breakfast. Contact Jody Aiton, 303-8088223. BNI CONNECTIONS (www.thebniconnections. com) invites business owners to attend its meeting held each Tuesday, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 Ridgegate Circle. There is no charge to attend a meeting as a guest. Please visit www.thebniconnections.com or contact Jack Rafferty, 303-414-2363 or jrafferty@hmbrown.com. CENTENNIAL TRUSTED Leads is a professional referral organization that meets for breakfast at The Egg & I, 6890 S. University, Centennial, the first and third Thursdays at 7:45 a.m. Call 303-972-4164 or visit www. trustedleads.com
DAUGHTERS OF the American Revolution, Mount Rosa Chapter typically meets at 1 p.m. every first Monday of the month at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St. in Centennial. Call Gina Moore at 303-779-8762 for information or visit http://mountrosa.coloradodar.org/. DAUGHTERS OF the British Empire is a national organization with a philanthropic purpose. For almost a century, DBE has been a common bond for women of British heritage living in the United States. DBE is open to women who are citizens or residents of the United States who are of British Commonwealth birth or ancestry or who are married to men of British Commonwealth birth or ancestry. Nationally and locally, members contribute significantly to the good of their community and to the support of a retirement home established by DBE. There are six chapters in Colorado, including chapters in Littleton, Englewood, Centennial, Evergreen and Boulder County. Call Chris at 303-683-6154 or Olive at 303-347-1311, or visit www. dbecolorado.org and use the contact form available.
DTC ROTARY Club meets from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. the first, third and fourth Tuesdays at the Glenmoor Country Club, 110 Cherry Hills Village. Guests are welcome. Contact Dana Arell at 720-339-7367 or visit www.dtcrotary.org. INTRODUCTION TO Square Dance class offered from 7-9 p.m. Mondays at Grandview Grange, 2280 Noble Place, Centennial. Visit www.SquareDanceEtc.com. NEWCOMERS CLUB of Centennial, for people new to the area, meets regularly for parties, classes, movies, lunches, coffees and more. E-mail newcomersdenver@ msn.com. MOPS (MOTHERS of Preschoolers) meets from 9:15-11:30 a.m. on the first and third Fridays of each month at Our Father Lutheran Church, 6335 S. Holly St., Centennial. Child care is provided on-site for children ages birth to 4 years. The first meeting is free. Come enjoy breakfast, support and encouragement, and meet some new friends. Call or email Amy at 303-570-6027 or amyswieringa@comcast.net. ORIGINAL PORTS of Call Singles Club for ages 55 and older is a great way to meet new friends and get out among others in your situation! We call our selves a” Circle of Friends. We have a variety of interests, cards, theater, tours, dinners, lunches, golf , bowling and dances etc. It meets every second Monday at Sr. Ric on Miss. from 4-6 p.m. in Aurora. Call JoAnn at 303751-5195 or just come. It meets every fourth Tuesday at Chads South of Sixth Avenue in Lakewood form 4-6 p.m. Call Mary Riney at 303-985-8937. The third Wednesday at the Three Margaritas at 5130 S Wadsworth Blvd from 5-7 p.m. Call Jean Fox 303-730-2804. PANORAMA CHINA Painters This is a hand-painted china club. If you have ever painted china or want to learn more about it, come visit the club. For more information, call Leota at 303-791-9283. The club meets from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every third Thursday at Castlewood Library, 6739 S. Unita St., Centennial.
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Wendy's is hiring full and part-time Talk to the manager at your local Wendy's or apply online. www.wendys.com/jobs Warehouse / Front Office help for Lone Tree non-profit organization. M-F 9-3. $12/hr. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required. Some lifting, deliveries and computer work. Bilingual (spanish) preferred. (303) 875-4014.
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FACILITIES MAINTENANCE WORKER Full-time; Work Schedule: Sun - Wed 2:30am – 1:00pm 2014 Hiring Range is $38,955 - $44,798 DOQ/E, plus an excellent benefit package.
Under direction of the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, provides a variety of skilled and semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance, repair, restoration, and cleaning of City buildings and facilities. Requires HS Diploma or GED; three years of experience in building and custodial maintenance work performing duties of a comparable nature; valid CO drivers license with a safe driving record; knowledge of materials, methods, equipment and tools used in general building maintenance and custodial services work; the ability to use a variety of building maintenance and custodial equipment and materials; the ability to observe, report, and address needs for maintenance and supplies; the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; the ability to work effectively with other staff, citizens, and the public; the ability to lift and/ or move up to 75 pounds; and the ability to work weekends and holidays. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. If you are interested in serving in a unique historical city, please apply online at www.cityofblackhawk.org/goto/employee_services. Closing date for this position is November 10, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. MST. Applicants are required to upload their resumes during the online application process. EOE.
Are you a Roadway or Construction Trades Worker WITH A COLORADO COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE, Class A or B? There are several vacancies for temporary employment during the Winter season beginning November 2014. Locations are at the Eisenhower Tunnel, Idaho Springs, Empire, Morrison, Golden, Coal Creek, Hidden Valley and Black Hawk.Temporary Snowplow Drivers/Road Maintenance (I-70 Mountain Corridor) TRANSPORTATION MAINTENANCE I This is a temporary position. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. Temporary (9 months or less) $18.63 Hourly; Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation. Necessary Special Requirements: The following conditions must be met and maintained in order to be employed and to continue employment at CDOT in this position, unless exempted by the Maintenance Superintendent or Traffic Program Engineer. • Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B with no restriction on air brakes. • May be required to pass a controlled substance test (i.e. drug test), and DOT physical through our medical provider. • Must be willing to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime including weekends and holidays. • Must provide the supervisor with a telephone number where you can be reached for the purposes of responding to an emergency. • May be required to live within twenty (20) miles of where the work station and/or equipment is located. This is necessary in order to report for emergency work within thirty (30) minutes' driving time under adverse weather conditions, after notified to report to work. Knowledge of an emergency or hazardous condition may be considered to be notification to report to work station. (NOTE: For the 7 days on/7 days off shift: this requirement could be waived) • Must be willing and physically able to work in extreme temperatures (hot and cold), variable weather conditions, and at varying elevations up to 12,000 feet for long periods of time. • Current MVR How To Apply: Contact Jayne Schultz- 303-278-2047 or visit the website and apply online http://agency.governmentjobs.com/colorado/default.cfm?action=viewjob&jobid=987330
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The City supports its employees and appreciates great service! If you are interested in serving a unique historical city and Enjoy working with diverse populations visit the City’s website at www.cityofblackhawk.org/goto/employee_services for more information or to apply online for this limited opportunity. Requires High School Diploma or GED, valid Colorado driver’s license with a safe driving record, must be at least 21 years of age, and must be Colorado POST certified by date of hire. The City accepts online applications for Police Officer positions year round. Applications will remain active for one (1) year from the date of submission. EOE.
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Exhibit whips its way into Denver gallery The Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, 1485 Delgany St., is hosting an exhibit of the art of Mark Mothersbaugh, co-founder of the New Wave band Devo (famous for its 1980 hit “Whip It”), through April 12. Mark Mothersbaugh: Myopia” is the first retrospective of the artist’s work from the beginning of his career in the early 1970s through the present. Almost all of Mothersbaugh’s visual art originates with drawings on postcards, which he has been working on daily since the ‘70s. His postcards, which now exceed 30,000, provide the basic imagery for his paintings, prints, rugs, videos and sculptures. For more information, go to www.mcadenver.org/markmothersbaugh.php.
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“Morning in Manarola” by Kate Wyman will be included in “Art of Water” at Littleton Town Hall’s Stanton Gallery through Jan. 5. Courtesy photos
Four painters exhibit work through holidays By Sonya Ellingboe
sellingboe @coloradocommunitymedia.com Four area painters will combine their works in a show called “The Art of Water” at Town Hall’s Stanton Gallery in Littleton from Nov. 6 to Jan. 5. A meet-the-artists reception is planned from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 22. The four are: Colette Brooks, Kay Juricek, Joanne Sisun and Kate Wyman. Brooks, who paints with oils, is a graduate of the Colorado Institute of Art. She has studied with Dennis R. Pendleton, Ken Velastro and Chuck Ceraso, who traces his training to French and American impressionists through his instructor, Charles Hawthorne. Brooks’ paintings include European subjects, animal portraits, and Colorado landscapes. Kay Juricek said that her paintings in this exhibit “are of barrier islands: low-lying, narrow strips of land that sit precariously off the coastline. They’re lovely, secluded tropical places to shell, watch wildlife such as pelicans and other birds, soak up sun and relax. We visit southwest Florida often and especially love these beautiful, unpopulated beaches.” She grew up in Nebraska and graduated from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln, where she studied with landscape artist Keith Jacobshagen. A master’s degree in library science from Columbia University followed, and she has been a faculty member at the university of Wyoming and at Colorado School of Mines in Golden. She began painting portraits on commission in 1990, as well as landscapes and still lifes in acrylics, oils and pastels, and has exhibited locally and nationally. She now paints in her Denver studio and enjoys travel in the American West. Joanne Sisun has bachelor’s and master’s degrees and an MBA, and worked in business before she began studying at the Art Students League of Denver in 2000. She has studied with Ron Hicks since 2001 and is an assistant for his Atlier group at ASLD. She writes that she “is interested in the challenge of creating
IF YOU GO “The Art of Water” exhibit runs through Jan. 5 in the Stanton Gallery at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St. in downtown Littleton. The Stanton Gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and during performances. An artists’ reception will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 22. 303-794-2787.
In an effort to raise awareness of men’s health issues, the Tavern Hospitality Group has created an official Movember USA team called “StacheTag Tavern.” People can join Tavern’s team to support the cause at www. moteam.co/stachetag-tavern. The Movember Foundation is dedicated to having an everlasting impact on the face of men’s health. Their annual Movember campaign involves the growing of mustaches during the month of November to raise awareness of men’s health issues, such as prostate cancer and other male cancers and associated charities. As Movember USA team members grow mustaches, they try to encourage friends and family to support the cause by pledging funds to their particular page. “This is our first year to participate in Movember,” said Frank Schultz, owner of Tavern Hospitality Group. “I think most people know someone who’s been affected by a health issue that is specific to men. We wanted to help raise funds for research and treatment. I hope we have a lot of people join our team so we can make an impact.” The Tavern is giving a free shave at Floyd’s Barbershop and a $150 Tavern gift card to the “StacheTag Tavern” team member who ends up with the best mustache at the end of the month. Tavern Hospitality Group has eight locations in Uptown, Downtown, Lowry, Tech Center, Wash Park, Littleton, Mile High and Ballpark neighborhoods. For additional information, visit www.tavernhg.com.
`Kinky Boots’ a real kick
“Double Dutch” by Colette Brooks depicts a pair of bikes parked by a canal in Amsterdam. It will also be featured in the exhibit. atmosphere and narrative in paintings of figures, landscapes and objects. In the musical, `Anything Goes,’ dressing up in disguises is a recurrent theme.” Her “Theatrical Figure #1” illustrates her interest in painting figures in theatrical disguises, which offer opportunities for “creating narrative and atmosphere.” (Perhaps her masked figure appeared along Venice canals during Carnival?) Kate Wyman said she grew up on the Jersey Shore, although she has lived in Colorado most of her adult life. She has always enjoyed art and “creating” and is mainly self-taught, although she has enjoyed workshops and classes in Colorado, Pennsylvania and Virginia. She likes to work in watercolors because of the clean, fresh look and is a Signature member of the Colorado Watercolor Society and a member of Park Hill Artists, Roxborough Arts Council, Grace Gallery (Santa Fe Arts District) and Shadow Mountain Gallery in Evergreen.
“Kinky Boots,” the smash-hit Broadway musical, is a real kick in the ... well, you fill in the blank. The 2013 Tony Award-winning musical, with the story by Harvey Fierstein and score by Cyndi Lauper, plays The Buell Theatre through Nov. 9. This one is well worth your entertainment dollar for two hours of an uplifting theatrical experience that will set your toes tapping. The story is about a failing English shoe factory that reinvents itself to feed the soles of a niche audience (the transvestite community) with man-sized hip-high blingy boots. For tickets, go to www.denvercenter.org or call 303-893-4100.
Meersman bids adieu
“Disguise-Theatrical Figure # 1” by Joanne Sisun looks like a fellow one might see along the canals in Venice at Carnivale time. It’s included in “Art of Water” at Littleton’s Town Hall.
Outgoing Colorado Restaurant Association president and CEO Pete Meersman got a hearty sendoff Oct. 28 when roughly 150 friends and fans gathered at the Denver ChopHouse & Brewery. Meersman’s CRA career spanned 32 years, starting in sales. He will assume the new parttime role as chief strategy officer for the CRA. Sonia Riggs, the former director of the Colorado Division of the American Institute of Architects, will step into Meersman’s well-worn shoes as the new president and CEO. Parker continues on Page 21
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Sculptures up for auction at Curtis Mitchell has many works installed in public spots By Sonya Ellingboe
sellingboe @coloradocommunitymedia.com Throughout the metro area, in several mountain towns, across the U.S. and in eight foreign countries, Don Mitchell’s signature whimsical figures make the driver, owner or park visitor smile. Examples: just south of Littleton’s Bemis Library in Gallup Park; on the South Suburban Ice Arena wall; and at Alameda and Allison in Lakewood, where one points the way to the Lakewood Cultural Center. Local collectors will have an opportunity on Nov. 15 to buy an original piece and carry it home from a party and silent auction at Curtis Arts and Humanities Center. Mitchell, who says he’s created and sold about 1,300 sculptures to date, has been a longtime Littleton resident. But he and his wife of 55 years, Marilyn, were amusing themselves with Sunday afternoon house hunting when they found a perfect new patio home in Windsor, made an offer and sold the Littleton home of 37 years in two days. “We’ll miss the Littleton area,” he said. “One more adventure,” he says. “Our health is reasonable” — and there will be no more snow removal or grass to mow in the new retirement enclave. “We’re quietly excited,” he muses as he thinks about perhaps starting up a new men’s breakfast club there. And there’s a large basement, so if a commission for a large piece came his way, there would be a place to work on it. He has served on several selection committees for public art and has worked with children in schools — both activities he hopes to continue. He says that where 50 to 150 sculptors used to apply for the large public art commissions across the nation, now 1,500 submissions are received. “Really good things are being done — maybe indirectly it’s a good thing. It comes to just luck.”
IF YOU GO “It’s All About Art” will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Nov. 15 at the historic Curtis Arts and Humanities Center, 2349 E. Orchard Road, Greenwood Village. Wine, a light dinner, music, silent auction and fine art are on the menu. Tickets cost $20. 303-708-6110.
In his Littleton basement were a number of smaller pieces — 60 one-of-a-kind works and perhaps another 60 in editions. Soon, they will brighten homes and businesses. He had previously talked with Jo Cole at Curtis Arts and Humanities Center, where he had exhibited, about the possibility of a benefit auction of a number of his smaller works, all displaying Mitchell’s droll sense of humor and fine design ability. He grew up in Michigan, attended college, and was trained in metal fabrication in the experimental engineering group at General Motors Truck and Coach Division,
LEFT: “Fish Pond” painted steel by Don Mitchell will be included in the “All About Art” auction at Curtis Arts and Humanities Center on Nov. 15. ABOVE: “Checkers Anyone?” painted steel by Don Mitchell will be among the sculptures auctioned off at the event as well. Courtesy photos where he was a project engineer. Those skills eventually led to a second career as a sculptor who understood how to manipulate steel and color it brightly. A percentage of the sale price for each
sculpture sold will benefit the center’s numerous arts programs. Greenwood Village Mayor Ron Rakowsky is honorary chairperson of the event and Jim Sidinger is chair.
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Opera hosts home tour By Sonya Ellingboe
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sellingboe@colorado communitymedia.com For the 38th year, Central City Opera has invited the community to visit its elegant annual “L’Esprit de Noel” benefit tour of beautifully decorated homes. This year, five homes in the Glenmoor Country Club area of Cherry Hills Village will open for visitors on Nov. 14 and 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Holiday decorations will be by City Floral; Compleat Lifestyles (formerly Compleat Gourmet & Gifts); The Ruffly Rose; Swank Stems; T’DA; and Twisted Tulip. The boutique, Marche de Noel, will be held in the country club, where visitors can shop for holiday gifts and pick up tour maps — and also have lunch or afternoon tea and scones, if they wish. Tickets, $23, are available in advance through Central City Opera (Alicia Holt, 303-331-7014) or at local King Soopers locations. They will be available at the door for $25. Admission to the boutique is free. A Patron Preview Party will be held on Nov. 13, including cocktails, a buffet, a chance to drive one of two Tesla cars and
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Sarto’s opens
After a seemingly endless wait, Sarto’s Italian Eatery opened Oct. 28 in the Jefferson Park district of Denver, anchoring the southwest corner on the historic square at 2900 W. 25th Ave. Led by entrepreneur Taylor Swallow, his wife Kajsa, and award-winning executive chef Brian Laird, Sarto’s offers metropolitan Italian “tailored” cuisine in a foodand-drink-forward social environment. Sarto’s is focused on providing an experience that is tailored to its guests, from dish “alterations” to tailored protein portions. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 5 to 10
The Glenmoor Country Club is just off Belleview Avenue, a half-mile east of University Boulevard. A map and information will be available in the boutique at the club. For more information, see: centralcityopera.org/ guild or lesprithometour.com.
a view of the outdoor light display by Blue Lotus Outdoors at one of the homes. The boutique will also be open that evening. Tickets: $250, $150, $90 under 35, purchased through Central City Opera, 303331-7014. Proceeds from the tour support Central City Opera, with its summer festival; Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Artists Training Program; and preservation and maintenance of the historic Tabor Opera House and more than 30 additional historic properties in Central City, where the cast lives. Also supported are education and community programs that reach thousands through appearances in schools, community centers, senior residences and theaters. p.m. At 4,000 square feet it can accommodate 60 guests in the dining room and another 30 between the bar and cicchetti bar.
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Santa Claus Shop hitting high gear 55-year-old tradition makes holidays merrier By Sonya Ellingboe
sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com When November arrives, organizers for the Arapahoe Santa Claus Shop swing into action — although the 55-year-old nonprofit is always present just under the surface. For the 2014 season, the shop will continue in the
county-owned building it has used for years on South Datura Street in Littleton, but that building is up for sale, so a future location will be part of the volunteer organization’s future, according to longtime volunteer Shirley Nixon. The Santa Claus Shop is now accepting gently used toys at multiple locations in the south area, including fire stations. Monetary donations are tax-deductible, mailed to the Arapahoe Santa Claus Shop, P.O. Box 2004, Littleton, CO 80161. For more information, see arapahoesantashop. org. Among the volunteers who help out every year are members of Littleton High School’s FBLA (Future Busi-
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An utterly dreadful symphonic performance Dreadful news: “The Composer is Dead”! The Littleton Symphony brings a collaboration by that name, between composer Nathaniel Stookey and best-selling children’s author Lemony Snicket, to local families at 2:30 p.m. Nov. 15 at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St., Littleton. Everyone in the orchestra is suspected of murder and the inspector has to solve the crime. In the meantime, the audience will become acquainted with Haydn’s music, with the Finale from Haydn’s “Piano Concerto in D Major” to be performed by 7-year-old pianist Madison Suh. Free. No tickets necessary. Littletonsymphony.com, 303-933-6824.
Photo ethics discussed
“The Ethical Photographer: A Dialogue” will be Matt Schaefer’s topic as he meets with the Englewood Camera Club at 7 p.m. on Nov. 11 at Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial. “Photographers, like all professionals, face ethical dilemmas during all phases of the creative process when the photographer makes decisions that are both artistic and ethical.” Schaefer proposes to have a dialogue with club members, rather than delivering a lecture. (There is seldom one right answer.) Guests are welcome.
Online auction
Young Voices of Colorado is holding an online auction, “Bidding for Good,” through Nov. 9, with a variety of items ranging from vacations to gift cards, to raise funds for the organization’s extensive programs with young singers. Log on to biddingforgood. com/youngvoices. More than 100 items await.
Genealogy programs
Columbine Genealogical and Historical Society offers various pro-
7:30 p.m. Nov. 9 at Lone Tree Arts Center, with stars from “Rent,” “Wicked,” “In the Heights,” “Memphis” and more. Hear Adam Pascal, Mandy Gonzalez, Marcus Paul James and Robin DeJesus. Lonetreeartscenter. org, 720-509-1000.
Plan a pavilion grams in November. “Military Ancestors” is offered at 1 p.m. Nov. 11. Learn to trace via the Internet at federal, state and local levels. Share memorabilia. “Family Tree Maker” will be held at 9:30 a.m. Nov. 18, with Deena Coutant. “Heirlooms and History: Glimpses into 19th Century Lives from Unique Family Documents” will be presented by Tom Tyler at 1 p.m. Nov. 18. All programs are at the Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Also a beginning genealogy class will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 8 at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. And from 1-5:30 p.m. Nov. 15, the Littleton Family History Center, a Mormon genealogy operation at 1939 E. Easter Ave. in Centennial, across from The Streets at Southglenn, will be open to the public. With classes, booths, a recording booth and oneon-one consultation.
Judy Chicago retrospective
“Surveying Judy Chicago: 19702014” is a retrospective curated by Simon Zalkind at RedLine gallery, 2350 Arapahoe St., through Dec. 28. While Chicago, now 75, is best know for her massive “Dinner Party,” now at the Brooklyn Museum of Art, she has turned out politically significant artwork about human rights issues for decades. This is an important opportunity. 303-296-4448, redlineart.org.
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Members of the local music community are invited to participate in planning the design for the new Levitt Pavilion to be built at Ruby Hill Park, opening in 2016. A one-night forum is planned on Nov. 17 at the Oriental Theater, 4335 W. 44th Ave., to discuss the project. Open at 6 p.m., program starts at 7 p.m. Information: levittdenver.org. (Fifty concerts a year are projected, featuring local, national and international musicians with an emphasis on creative and diverse programming.) Chris Zacher is executive director of the Friends of Levitt Board of Directors. Levittdenver.org.
Opera On Tap
“Opera Goes Cabaret” is the theme for Opera On Tap’s 7 p.m. Nov. 15 performance at Syntax Physic Opera, 554 S. Broadway, Denver. Usually the group will appear on the second Saturday of each month at Syntax, which offers drinks and small plates to the audience. Physicopera.com, 720-4567041.
Auditions slated
Auditions are set for “The Marvelous Wonderettes,” directed by Bob Wells at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St., Littleton, starting at 10 a.m. on Nov. 22. Performances will run March 27-April 26 (20 shows). Prepare 16-32 bars of a 1950s pop song. Accompanist will be provided. Bring headshot and score. Call or email for appointment: Ashley Thomasen, 303794-2787, ext. 211, athomasen@townhallartscenter.org.
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Arts guild stages yearly show at ACC ‘This is Colorado’ was first held in 1976 By Sonya Ellingboe
sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com The community-oriented Heritage Fine Arts Guild of Arapahoe County was started by a small group of local artists in 1974. They sought — and found — a connection with others of like interests. “This is Colorado” was started soon after — in 1976 — by one of those founders, the energetic Betty Neudeck. The show has wandered to various venues in the metro area, including the Buell Theatre, but last year, it returned to home territory — to Colorado Gallery of the Arts at Arapahoe Community College in Littleton, where the 2014 edition is open until Nov. 14. Limited to two-dimensional works, this exhibit was juried by Mary Allman Koernig, who is currently public art coordinator for the City of Aurora, but well-known to the local arts community, where she once lived and directed the Littleton Museum (1998-2002). Koernig selected 74 paintings by 34 artists, from about 100 entries, according to show director Mary kay Moore Jacobus. The long-running guild meets once a month at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday at Bemis Library in Littleton, from September through May (except for a December holiday gathering) and visitors are always welcome. Current president is Lee Wasilik. Meetings include a critique or demonstration of a painting technique, and the group holds local member art shows as well as the annual “This is Colorado.” Workshops by visiting artists are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on select Saturdays at Littleton First Presbyterian Church, 1609 W. Littleton Blvd. (See heritage-guild. com for information.) HFAG also has Thursday Paint Days from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ascension Lutheran Church, 1701 W. Caley Ave. Open to all — $1 donation pays the rent. Awards are indicated by a handsome bronze medallion, hung next to the winning paintings on a ribbon that
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“A Change of Seasons,” acrylic 30” x 40” by Lee Wasilik was judged “Best of Show” by juror Mary Allman-Koernig in the Heritage Fine Arts Guild’s “This is Colorado 2014” show at ACC. Photo by Sonya Ellingboe
a recipient might wear around the neck. Ribbon colors vary. Allman Koernig selected Lee Wasilik’s bright, highly textured acrylic, “A Change of Seasons” as best of show. She awarded first place to veteran painter Chuck Danford’s “Blue Horizon,” depicting a solitary bear at the edge of an evergreen forest. Danford’s precisely executed watercolor wildlife paintings are often award winners. The second place medal went to Patricia Montano for her watercolor, “Petunias in Purple,” and third place was awarded to longtime painter Gene Youngman for his watercolor landscape, “Natural Rock Faces.” This show is always generous with other awards: juror’s
IF YOU GO “This is Colorado” is open at the Colorado Gallery of the Arts, in the Annex at Arapahoe Community College Main Campus, 5900 Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Gallery hours: Mondays through Fridays, noon to 5 p.m.; Tuesdays, 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is free and the gallery is open to the public.
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VETERANS DAY Tribute
DOUGLAS COUNTY High School’s theater department presents “Treasure Island” at
THE DOUGLAS County Veterans Monument Foundation for a tribute to America’s military veterans from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, at Veterans Monument Plaza, Fourth and Wilcox streets, Castle Rock. Go to http://dcvmf.org/ for details.
`TREASURE ISLAND’ Production 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, to Saturday, Nov. 8, at the school. Tickets are available online at www.SeatYourself.biz/dchs or may be purchased at the door. The show includes sword fights, and characters meet untimely deaths caused by both fate and each other; however, no stage blood will be used, and language will be appropriate for all ages.
COMEDY MAGICIAN THEATRE OF Dreams presents Chris Blackmore, comedy magician, at 7:30 p.m. Fri-
80S NIGHT MICHAEL JACKSON, Madonna and George Michael live again
in this evening of totally tubular hits. Show is at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, on the Main Stage at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. Tease up your hair and break out your leg warmers - this radical band is ready to answer the question “Should I Stay or Should I Go Now?” and asks the audience “Don’t You (Forget About Me).” Go to www.LoneTreeArtsCenter.org or call 720-509-1007.
ARAPAHOE PHILHARMONIC Concert THE ARAPAHOE Philharmonic turns its focus to Russia for its second concert of the season, “Les Ballets Russes.” The performance features two pillars of the Russian ballet repertoire, Igor Stravinsky’s Petrushka and Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake Suite. Concert is at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7 at Mission Hills Church, 620 SouthPark Drive, Littleton. Opening the program is Isolation: Day 253 for soprano and orchestra by Edgar Girtain (b. 1988), the winning score of the inaugural Vincent C. LaGuardia, Jr. Composition Competition. Go to www.arapahoe-phil.org.
day, Nov. 7, at 735 Park St., Castle Rock. Known as “The Quickest Wit in Magic,” Chris involves guests in an interactive, laugh-filled presentation that wows audiences and entertains all ages with a charming and inspirational style. Reservations required; call 303-660-6799 for tickets. Go to www.AmazingShows.com for details.
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COLORADO WOMEN’S Chorale
AUGUSTANA ARTS presents The Colorado Women’s Chorale, celebrating the music of Gwyneth Walker, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 8817 S. Broadway, Littleton. Tickets are available at www.augustanaarts.org or by calling 303-388-4962. SEASONS OF Broadway STARS FROM Rent, Wicked, In the Heights, Memphis, and more will sing the greatest hits of the Broadway stage at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, on the Main Stage at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. Adam Pascal returns to Lone Tree after a long Broadway run in Memphis, and is joined by Mandy Gonzalez who played Elphaba in Wicked, as well as Marcus Paul James who starred in In the Heights and Robin DeJesus, Tony nominated actor from the Broadway production of In the Heights and La Cage aux Folles. Go to www.LoneTreeArtsCenter.org or call 720-509-1007.
COLUMBINE GENEALOGICAL & Historical Society presents a number of programs this fall. Trace your military ancestors in various wars in the “Military Ancestors” program at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11. Presented by Marilyn Elrod, learn how to use the Internet and federal, state and local resources to find information. Also, share your military memorabilia to honor your ancestor on Veterans Day. The early bird program “Family Tree Maker,” with Deena Coutant, is at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18. Then, “Heirlooms & History: Glimpses into 19th Century Lives from Unique Family Documents,” by Tom Tyler, is at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18. Journals of an ancestor’s two voyages on a Nantucket whaling ship in the 1820s and 1830s led to a family history quest that is still ongoing. A more complete biography of the Nantucket whaler and his family emerged. A museum database available online provided useful facts but also raised questions. Google Books library, online historic maps and newspapers, as well as other Internet resources, yielded narrative material as well as explaining old skeletons (e.g. slave ownership, murder, divorce, etc.). The annual Christmas potluck luncheon “Christmas Memories” will be Tuesday, Dec. 9. The group meets at Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Go to www.ColumbineGenealogy. com. Email CJ Backus, president, at info@columbinegenealogy.org. SAND CREEK Massacre
NEW YORK Times bestselling “Matched” trilogy author Ally Condie will talk about her new young adult novel, “Atlantia,” at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at the James H. Larue Library in Highlands Ranch, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd. Books will be available for sale and signing at the event. To register, call 303-791-7323 or visit www.DouglasCountyLibraries.org.
A PHOTOGRAPHIC Journey Through the Valley of the
AWARD-WINNING NATURE photographer Wendy Shattil will show images of Colorado’s Great Sand Dunes National Park and the San Luis Valley at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. The photos were created over 25 years. Call 303-795-3961. IDYLLWILDE HOLIDAY Bazaar SHOP IN a cozy and festive atmosphere with free coffee at the annual Idyllwilde Holi-
day Bazaar, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, at Idyllwilde Grand Hall, 22008 E. Idyllwilde Drive, Parker. We have exciting new gift, craft and food purveyors, as well as your old favorites. Sweet and savory crepes will be available for purchase outside the Grand Hall.
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VETERANS DAY Author Events
IN HONOR of Veterans Day, Douglas County Libraries welcomes two authors. First up, Colorado author Don Cygan will talk about his World War II book “No Silent Night: The Christmas Battle for Bastogne” at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, at the Roxborough Library, 8357 N. Rampart Range Road. Second, New York Times bestselling author and veteran Dan Hampton will talk about his book “Lords of the Sky” at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St. Books will be available for sale and signing at both events. To register, call 303-791-7323 or visit www. DouglasCountyLibraries.org.
IN CONJUNCTION with the newest exhibit at the Castle Rock Museum, Tom Smith from Douglas County Split Stone Company of Sedalia will lead a tour of the Mensenberg Quarry, the last operational rhyolite quarry in Douglas County. Tour is Saturday, Nov. 8; meet at the Castle Rock Museum, 420 Elbert St., Castle Rock, at 11 a.m. for carpooling. Tour ends at 1 p.m. Contact the museum at 303-814-3164 or crmuseum@comcast.net.
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THE LITTLETON Symphony Orchestra presents its annual free children’s concert, “Haydn Go Seek with the Orchestra,” at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St. In this wacky murder mystery, a musical collaboration between best-selling children’s author Lemony Snicket and acclaimed composer Nathaniel Stookey, everyone in the orchestra is a suspect and it’s the inspector’s job to unravel this outrageous crime. Seven-year-old pianist Madison Suh will perform the finale. Visit www.littletonsymphony.com or call 303-933-6824.
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PFLAG HIGHLANDS Ranch South Suburban will have its monthly meeting from 7-8:45 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. After support, Matthew LeBauer, LCSW, a psychotherapist in private practice, specializing in supporting LGBTQ individuals, their families, and loved ones, will speak to the group. He has experience teaching communication & conflict resolution skills and works with individuals and people in relationships. Matthew brings collaboration and compassion to give each client the comfortable space they need. You need not be a member to attend. We welcome the LGBT community as well as their families and friends. Everything is confidential Please contact info@pflaghighlandsranch.org.
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CAT ON the Keys will continue Douglas County Libraries’ free
Festival from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, at Highlands Ranch High School, south of C-470 on University at Cresthill. Breadwinners of Arvada is providing the catering. Go to www.applewoodartsandcrafts.com for maps, discounts, email prizes, a peek at new and returning artisans. No strollers on Saturday.
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THIS NOVEMBER marks the 150 year anniversary of the Sand Creek Massacre, a tragic event in which a 700-man force of the Colorado Territory militia attacked and destroyed a peaceful village of Native Americans in southeastern Colorado Territory, killing many innocent people. Join Active Minds from 3-4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, for a look at this important and painful story and the subsequent scandal and controversy that ensued. Program location is RiverPointe, 5225 S. Prince St., Littleton. To RSVP, call RiverPointe at 303-797-0600.
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Life Local Music series at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Parker Library, 10851 S. Crossroads Drive. Cat’s diverse repertoire includes classical, jazz, rock and pop. To register, call 303-7917323 or visit www.DouglasCountyLibraries.org.
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LEGION HONORS Veterans THE GEORGE C. Evans American Legion Post 103 will join VFW Post 4666 in honoring veterans at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, in Ketring Park, at the Littleton WWII Memorial, 6000 S. Gallup St. There will be a tribute to all branches of the Armed Forces. VETERAN TRIBUTE THE NEXT Parker Area Historical Society meeting, at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov.
11, will include a tribute to veterans, a National History of Honor flight, history of Rocky Mountain Honor Flight and accomplishments, World War II stories and experiences by veterans. This is a great way to celebrate Veterans Day. Program is presented by Rocky Mountain Honor Flight, which formed in 2007 with the goal of flying every able and willing World War II veteran to Washington, D.C., to visit the WWII Memorial. The organization arranges travel, transportation, activities and meals. Groups also visit Washington landmarks such as the Korean War Memorial, the Vietnam Wall, the Lincoln Memorial, Arlington Cemetery, the changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Marine Corps War Memorial. Program will be at Ruth Memorial Chapel, 19650 E. Mainstreet, Parker.
STORY OF Early Pioneer CASTLE ROCK Museum welcomes Bob Easterly, author of “By an Act of Congress,” for a presentation on Thursday, Nov. 13, at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. A story on one of Colorado’s earliest pioneers Lewis Henry Easterly (Bob’s great-grandfather), an Illinois school teacher who moved West to the new state of Colorado in 1878 and lived in Douglas County. Refreshments will be served at 6:45 p.m. and the presentation will start at 7 p.m.
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WHETHER YOU’RE UNINSURED, or you have private insurance, Medicaid, CHP+ or Medicare, health insurance can be confusing. Get answers at the “Are You Confused About Your Options?” event Saturday, Nov. 15, at Doctors Care, 609 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton. Drop-in assistance, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and two free interactive workshops, from 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m., are offered. Seating for the workshop is limited; register at www.smhaco.org/insurance or contact Traci Jones at 303-793-9615 or traci@smhaco.org. ALZHEIMER’S, DEMENTIA Caregivers Workshop A FREE workshop for those who care for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia is from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, at Castle Rock Adventist Hospital. Lunch is provided. Seating is limited; call Hope Freeman at 719-422-9320.
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MEMBERS OF the Financial Planning Association at Kummer Financial Strategies present a program on Social Security strategies to help you receive optimum benefits in retirement. The program is from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10 and Tuesday, Nov. 11, at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. The event is free to the public but space is limited. A snack will be provided. RSVP to Kummer Financial Strategies, 303-470-1209 or clientservice@kummerfinancial.com. Provide your name, phone number, which event you are attending and the number in your party. HABITATS FOR Homeschoolers HOMESCHOOL FAMILIES will have an opportunity to learn all about the various habitats and exciting mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, insects and fish that we have living at Chatfield State Park. Program is from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Nov. 18, at Audubon Nature Center at Chatfield. Explore skins and skulls, hike to our beaver habitat, and learn how to identify all of our wild and lively critters we have around the nature center. Work as a family to complete the nature savvy scavenger hunt and enter to win fun science and nature prizes. Register by Friday, Nov. 14 at https://secure. acceptiva.com/?cst=9ae680. EDITOR’S NOTE: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.
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‘Lucky Me’ is loving look at life Curious Theatre play runs through Dec. 6 By Sonya Ellingboe
sellingboe @coloradocommunitymedia.com We usually talk about lights going up on the first act of a play, but in “Lucky Me,” Sara arrives home from an emergencyroom visit, with her foot in a surgical boot — and all the lights are burned out in her apartment. The roof leaks, the goldfish is dead, the cat is missing ... A nice guy named Tom, who lives across the street and works for the TSA at the airport, had seen her fall and taken her to the hospital and home again, where her blind, cranky, elderly father appears from the dark hall to browbeat both Tom and Sara. Are we talking about good fortune here, as the title implies? This cast is skilled with the rapid quips and silly suppositions, and Robert Caisley’s script is tightly written so the dialogue bounces back and forth wonderfully, building Sara’s frustrations. Sara is played by Dee Covington; Tom by Erik Sandvold; and Denver Center’s Randy Weeks has come a few blocks south to play Sara’s constantly irritated — and irritating — father Leo, who is verging on dementia. All are experienced with rapidfire dialogue and the opening-night audience laughed throughout this new play. Is a curse hanging over Sara? The fourth character is the Ukrainian
IF YOU GO “Lucky Me” plays through Dec. 6 at Curious Theatre, 1080 Acoma St., Denver. It is the second installment of a Rolling World Premiere. Curious is a member of the National New Play Network, which chooses a play each year that gets a guaranteed three productions — enough to give it a chance at publication and extended life. Performances: 8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $18 to $44, curioustheatre.org or 303-623-0524.
landlord, Yuri (Kurt Brighton), who is less than skilled at repairs and is always hungry. The electrical system is especially unreliable and Sara says she’s spent $4,700 on light bulbs in the past year. The play is set in Denver, although there is not a Western flavor involved. The apartment could be any of a number built in the 1950s, with green woodwork and tall windows — including the one the kid across the street keeps breaking with a hockey puck. (The kid’s mom brings cookies each time.) Amid the distractions, a love story gradually develops as the steady Tom hangs in there, despite warnings from Yuri that “Sara is lethal.” Both Sara and Tom had previous marriages that ended badly, so a wariness exists—but Caisley works it out without being saccharine and as a final touch, the inky black cat returns! The audience exited with happy faces and lively chatter.
Denver Arts Week has myriad events Discounts, free venues among whirl of activities By Sonya Ellingboe
sellingboe@colorado communitymedia.com Denver Arts Week, Nov. 7-15, has expanded to more than 300 scheduled events this year, including Highlands Ranch and Golden. Many are free or at reduced admission. For a full list, visit Denverartsweek.com. We list a few highlights: Know Your Arts First Friday is a citywide event on Nov. 7 that includes more than 100 art galleries in seven neighborhoods: Art District on Santa Fe, Belmar Block 7, Golden Triangle Museum District, Navajo Street Arts District, Tennyson Street Cultural District, RINO (River North Arts District) and 40 West Art District. Many galleries will offer art priced at a “$52.80 Special” price. Night at the Museums is Nov. 8 and includes 23 museums, staying open from 5-10 p.m. with free admission. Free shuttle buses will operate in the city, but won’t access the suburban locations in Englewood (Museum Outdoor Arts) and Golden. Included: Denver Art Museum, Clyfford Still Museum, History Colorado Center, Kirkland Museum of Fine and Decorative Art,
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Bruins advance in dominating fashion Cherry Creek sits starters for second half of 49-18 playoff win By Jim Benton
jbenton@colorado communitymedia.com Cherry Creek had its reserves in the game late in the second quarter and didn’t play a single starter in the second half of its first round Class 5A state playoff game against Chaparral Oct. 31 at the Stutler Bowl. Bruins coach Dave Logan, however, didn’t believe that Creek would have been better served with a tougher game than its lopsided 49-18 win over the Wolverines. “I don’t look at it that way,” said Logan. “I look at it that it was a win and we got out of it without getting nicked up and it was one less win that you have to have. We’ll come back and get ready for the second round of playoffs.” One game at a time is the Bruins’ motto. “It’s important that you treat every single game the same, you don’t worry about the entire journey,” explained Logan. “Hey we have to win so many games to ultimately get in a position to win a championship. You have to win one game five times. Now we have to win one game four times.” Creek, the top-seeded team in Quadrant 3, will take a 7-3 record into a second round matchup Nov. 7 against Bear Creek Bruins continues on Page 31
Cherry Creek’s Milo Hall ran the ball six times for 89 yards and two touchdowns, averaging 14.8 yards per carry in the Bruins’ 49-18 romp over Chaparral in a Class 5A first round playoff game Oct. 31 at the Stutler Bowl. Photo by Jim Benton
Cherry Creek volleyball moves on to state Cherry Creek earns state berth by winning regional tourney By Tom Munds
tmunds@colorado communitymedia.com After winning the Region 9 volleyball tournament Cherry Creek has punched its ticket and is headed for the Denver Coliseum. The Bruins will be among 12 regional qualifiers to compete at the Nov. 7 and 8 state tournament. The teams will be seeded for three-team pool play and each pool winner will then advance to the state semifinals. Cherry Creek’s opening match will be Nov. 7 against No. 1 seed Eaglecrest. Pool play is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. Nov. 7 and the Bruins are slated to take on Eaglecrest in the second round of play in their pool. Cherry Creek emerged from the Nov. 1 round-robin Region 9 tournament by topping Loveland and Castle View each by a 3-1 score. The Bruins took the first two games from Loveland by scores of 25-17 and 2523, before dropping the third, 25-19. Creek bounced back with a 25-20 win in the fourth.
Cherry Creek’s Shea Reilly goes to her knees to receive a Castle View serve during the Nov. 1 Class 5A regional playoffs. The Sabrcats won the first game in the bestof-five game match but the Bruins won three games in a row to win th match and advance to the state playoffs.
Toni McDougald (6) goes high in the air to drive the ball over the net and past the Castle View blocker during the Nov. 1 Class 5A regional tournament title game. The Bruins won the match 3-1 which earned them a berth in the state playoffs. Photos by Tom Munds Cherry Creek reversed the tempo, built an early lead and won the second game, 25Castle View knocked off Loveland in the second match of the day, setting up a winner-take-all finale between the Bruins and
Sabercats in the day’s third match. The Sabercats built an early lead and went on to win the first game, 25-18 but
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Pomona survives Arapahoe’s upset bid Eighth-seeded Warriors took early lead over top-seeded Panthers By Daniel Williams
dwilliams@colorado communitymedia.com Pomona received a serious scare but won its playoff opener against Arapahoe 36-32 Oct. 30 at North Area Athletic Complex. The No. 1 Panthers survived a valiant effort by the No. 8 Warriors, who were a better team than their seed indicated. But Pomona was also playing
without a couple of its best offensive players in running backs Max Borghi and Isaac Marquez who were both out injured. That allowed fourth-string running back Dillon Pace — who is really a safety — to go absolutely nuts on the ground rushing for 325 yards and three touchdowns. Pace set the pace as well as the tone for a Panthers team that struggled in the game’s opening quarter allowing Arapahoe to jump out to a 14-6 lead. The Warriors (4-6) got a solid contribution from their junior quarterback Pete Mitchell, who threw for 205 yards and two
touchdowns. Pomona quarterback Justin Roberts and his team’s offense got it together in the second half as the senior threw a pair of second quarter touchdowns to senior Ryan Ward and sophomore Jeremy Gonzales. And then the Panthers put Arapahoe away late in the game moving the ball 86 yards down the field for the game’s longest drive which was capped by Pace’s third touchdown of the night. The Rebels would attempt a Bid continues on Page 31
Pomona junior receiver Danny Williams (no relation) gets a big gain and is finally brought down by a trio of Arapahoe defenders during the Panthers’ 36-32 victory Oct. 30 at North Area Athletic Complex Photo by Dan Williams
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Special to Colorado Community Media Cherry Creek gymnasts Samantha Simon and Mackenzie Doerr had a state tournament to remember Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 at Thornton High School. Both Bruins brought home silver medals in the Class 5A championship competition with Simon doing so in the all-around and beam and Doerr in the vault. Pomona freshman Kelsey Boychuk captured gold in all three events. Boychuk totaled 38.325 in her four events, just enough to stay ahead of Simon, who registered an all-around score of 38.125. Boychuck’s score in the beam was 9.725, compared to Simon’s second-place 9.675 and the Pomona frosh beat out Doerr by a margin of 0.10 in the vault, scoring a 9.85 to the Bruin’s 9.75. “I just wanted to think about going out and doing my best,” Simon said of her silver medals. “I came in wanting to make sure I could place in the top 10. The keys have been my practice, with just lots and lots of practice. I wasn’t sure how things could end up, but this is great.” In addition to her second-place finishes in the beam and all-around, Simon finished eighth on the bars with a 9.675, seventh in the vault with a 9.525 and third in the floor exercise with a 9.475. Doerr finished eighth in the all-around with a 37.475, seventh in the beam with a 9.3 and fifth in the floor exercise with a 9.513. And while no other Bruin made it to the podium, the team secured a fourth-place overall finish with 182.4 points, trailing only Overland (184.97), Broomfield (184.5) and Mountain Range (184.4). Ponderosa had no individual podium finishes, but the Mustangs came in 10th with a team score of 174.25 at the tournament.
Football playoffs shape up
Valor Christian quarterback Dylan McCaffrey threw three touchdown passes and Eric Lee Jr. scored three times with a rushing, receiving and interception touchdowns as the Eagles rebounded from a rare two-game losing streak with a 48-12 first round win over Horizon. Stone Watson added 158 yards rushing on 17 carries for Valor. The Eagles (7-3) will face Highlands Ranch foe Mountain Vista (9-1) for the first meeting between the two schools in a second round game to be played at 7 p.m. Nov. 7 at Valor. Mountain Vista quarterback Brock Rubley threw a TD pass and Brendan Ike threw and caught a touchdown pass in the Golden Eagles’ 24-14 win over Cherokee Trail on Oct. 31. In other 5A games, Heritage was down 27-7 in the third quarter but rallied for a 28-27 win over Doherty Nov. 1 at Garry Berry Stadium to advance to the second round. The Eagles (7-3) will play Regis Jesuit (9-1) at 7 p.m. Nov. 7 at Littleton Public Schools Stadium. Sophomore quarterback Chase Hansen completed 26-of-36 passes for 335 yards and three touchdowns in Heritage’s comeback win over the Spartans. He also threw two interceptions. Alex Motler also tossed a TD pass for the victors. Tim Pless had 12 receptions for 201 yards and three touchdowns for the Eagles and Jared Leonard caught eight passes for 122 yards and a TD. Junior linebacker Jack Brouillette made 20 tackles to pace the Heritage defense.
Volleyball state fields set
Chaparral, Cherry Creek, Legend and Highlands Ranch all won Class 5A regional tournaments to advance to the state volleyball tournament. Ponderosa and Valor Christian were Class 4A regional champs and also earned berths to the state tournament. All classes will compete at the Denver Coliseum Nov. 7 and 8. The Colorado High School Activities Association setup features three-team round-robin pools for regional qualifying tournaments and most teams advance by winning two matches. That’s how Chaparral, Cherry Creek, Legend, Ponderosa and Valor Christian made it into the state tournament. Highlands Ranch took a different route after losing a match in the Region 5 tournament to Rocky Mountain in five sets. Ralston Valley beat Rocky Mountain in the first match of the tourney and then the Falcons notched a 3-1 win over the Mustangs leaving all three teams with 1-1 records. The Falcons earned the top seed in the oneset playoffs because of a higher percentage of total sets played (5 of 9). Rocky Mountain beat Ralston Valley, 25-15, in the first playoff set and then Highlands Ranch won the tourney with a 25-15 one-set win over the Lobos.
Winter practices begin
Winter sports practice starts Nov. 12 for basketball, wrestling, ice hockey and girls swimming and diving. Teams can begin interscholastic scrimmages Nov. 18 and the first contests can begin Dec. 1.
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BUILDING, EQUIPMENT THEREIN INSTALLED AND APPURTENANT THERETO WITHIN WHICH THE ABOVE DESCRIBED SPACE OR AREA LOCATED, TOGETHER WITH: (1) THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO USE BALCONIES AIRCONDITIONERS OR OTHER APPLIANCES WHICH PROJECT BEYOND THE SPACE OR AREA ABOVE DESCRIBED AND CONTIGOUS THERETO. (2) A RIGHT OF WAY, IN COMMON WITH OTHERS, FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS TO AND FROM THE PROPERTY ABOVE DESCRIBED; (3) THE RIGHT TO USE STAIRS, HALLS, PASSAGE WAYS AND OTHE R COMMON AREAS IN THE APARTMENT BUILDING DESCRIBED IN PARCEL 2 ABOVE IN COMMON WITH OTHER OWNERS OF SUCH BUILDING, INCLUDING THEIR AGENTS, SERVANTS EMPLOYEES AND INVITEES, (4) THE RIGHT TO USE COMMON AREAS IN SAID PARCEL 1 IN COMMON WITH OTHERS OWNERS OF SPACE OR AREAS IN APARTMENT BUILDING NOW CONSTRUCTED IN SAID PARCEL 1, EXCEPT THE USE OF THE COMMON AREAS LOCATED IN BUILDINGS OTHER THAN THAT DESCRIBED IN PARCEL 2 ABOVE, INCLUDING THEIR AGENTS, SERVANTS, EMPLOYEES AND INVITEES, EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: 1. GRANTOR EXPRESSLY EXCEPTS AND EXCLUDES FORM THIS CONVEYANCE THE SPACE OR AREA BETWEEN THE CEILINGS, FLOOR AND WALLS OF ALL APARTMENTS IN THE APARTMENT BUILDING CONSTRUCTED IN SAID PARCEL 1, OTHER THAN THE SPACE OR AREA HEREIN SPECIFICALLY CONVEYED, 2. GRANTOR FURTHER EXPRESSLY EXCEPTS AND EXCLUDES FROM THIS CONVEYANCE ALL APARTMENT BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS AND EQUIPMENT THEREIN AND APPURTENANCES THERETO CONSTRUCTED ON SAID PARCEL 1 OTHER THAN THE UNDIVIDED INTEREST IN THE APARTMENT BUILDING, EQUIPMENT AND APPURTENANCES THERETO HEREIN SPECIFICALLY CONVEYED SO THAT THE GRANTEES HEREIN SHALL HAVE NO RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN AND TO ANY BUILDINGS OR IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN SPECIFICALLY CONVEYED HEREIN AS PARCEL 3, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.
Public Notices COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0887-2014
Public Trustees Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0889-2014 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 8, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): JAIME QUINTERO Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR IRWIN MORTGAGE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: MIDFIRST BANK Date of Deed of Trust: February 24, 2003 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: March 25, 2003 Recording Information (Reception Number): B3061114 Original Principal Amount: $160,706.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $130,755.61 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: LOT 1, BLOCK 6, AURORA HILLS FILING NUMBER 8, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO, Also known by street and number as: 601 S. QUENTIN STREET, AURORA, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 12/03/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 10/9/2014 Last Publication: 11/6/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED. DATE: 08/08/2014 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Jennifer K. Cruseturner #44452 Courtney E Wright #45482 David R. Doughty #40042 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Eve M. Grina #43658 Allison L Berry #34531 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 14-002739 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO.: 0889-2014 First Publication: 10/9/2014 Last Publication: 11/6/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0887-2014 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 6, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) LISA L. DRUMMOND Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, DISTINCTIVE HOME LENDING, INC., CORPORATION Noticeof Debt Current HolderPublic of Evidence BANK OF AMERICA, N.A BUDGET MEETING DateNOTICE of Deed OF of Trust FOR FISCAL September 10, 2009 YEAR 2015 WILLOWS WATER DISTRICT County of Recording ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust NOTICE IS11, HEREBY September 2009 GIVEN, pursuant to C.R.S. Information 29-1-106, (Reception that a proposed Recording budget has been submitted to the Number) Board of Directors of the Willows WaB9099803 ter District for the ensuing year 2015. Original Principal Amount $150,719.00 Be advised, to-wit: Outstanding Principal Balance of Willows The Board of Directors a) $147,181.90 Water District will conduct a hearing on Pursuant CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you Novemberto20, 2014, at the hour of 7:30 are hereby notified that at thewhich covenants of o’clock ante meridiem the adthe deed trust have been violated as option of of the proposed budget will be considered, and to said hearing will be follows: failure pay principal andconinductedwhen at 6930 South Holly terest due together with allCircle, other Centennial, Colorado 80112-1018; and payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and othb) The proposed budget is available for iner violations thereof. spection byFORECLOSED the public at, to-wit: THE LIEN MAY NOT BE 6930 South Holly Circle A FIRST LIEN. Centennial, 80112-1018 The propertyColorado to be foreclosed is: Tel: SEE 303-770-8625 EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFc) Any interested elector within the WilERENCE lows Water District may file any objecAlso known by street and number as: tions to the proposed budget at any time 7 5 0 3to the S O final U T Hadoption S T E Eof L EtheSbudget T R E Eby T, prior C EN TENN L , C O of8 said 0 1 2 2utility . the Board ofI A Directors disTHE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN trict. IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY BY 2014. THE LIEN thisENCUMBERED 30th day of October Dated OF THE DEED OF TRUST. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF OF SALE NOTICE THE WILLOWS WATER DISTRICT
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt
Legal Notice No.:Deed 3330of Trust, described secured by the First Publication: 2014 and herein, has filedNovember Notice of 7,Election Last Publication: November 7, 2014 Demand for sale as provided by law and Publisher: TheofEnglewood Herald in said Deed Trust. and the Centennial Citizen THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given
that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 12/03/2014, at the East
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 6, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) LISA L. DRUMMOND Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, DISTINCTIVE HOME LENDING, INC., CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BANK OF AMERICA, N.A Date of Deed of Trust September 10, 2009 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 11, 2009 Recording Information (Reception Number) B9099803 Original Principal Amount $150,719.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $147,181.90 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE Also known by street and number as: 7503 SOUTH STEELE STREET, CENTENNIAL, CO 80122. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
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NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 12/03/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 10/9/2014 Last Publication: 11/6/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED. DATE: 08/06/2014 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Holly L. Decker #32647 Toni M.N. Dale #30580 Jolene Kaminski #46144 Medved Dale Decker & Deere, LLC 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # 14-910-27060 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 EXHIBIT A CONDOMINIUM UNIT 2, IN BUILDING 1, MONTEREY CONDOMINIUMS PHASE 3, IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND SUBJECT TO THE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS OF MONTEREY CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED JULY 26, 1983 IN BOOK 3924 AT PAGE 1, SAID CONDOMINIUM IS FURTHER DEPICTED AND DESCRIBED BY THE MAP OF DISCOVERY AT MONTERERY PHASE 3 RECORDED, SEPTEMBER 19, 1983, IN PLAT BOOK 67, AT PAGES 56-59, ALL IN THE RECORDS OF THE CLERK AND RECORDERS OFFICE OF ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. A.P.N.: 207736-1-11-002 Legal Notice NO.: 0887-2014 First Publication: 10/9/2014 Last Publication: 11/6/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0892-2014 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 8, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Mary J. Kohler Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for North American Mortgage Company Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust: October 26, 2001 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: November 07, 2001 Recording Information (Reception Number): B1191273 Original Principal Amount: $105,700.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $85,408.64 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE Also known by street and number as: 1165 S Fairplay Cr #B, Aurora, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
Public Notice
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0892-2014
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 8, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Mary J. Kohler Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for North American Mortgage Company Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust: October 26, 2001 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: November 07, 2001 Recording Information (Reception Number): B1191273 Original Principal Amount: $105,700.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $85,408.64 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE Also known by street and number as: 1165 S Fairplay Cr #B, Aurora, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
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NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 12/03/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 10/9/2014 Last Publication: 11/6/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED. DATE: 08/08/2014 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Holly Shilliday #24423 Iman Tehrani #44076 Erin Robson #46557 McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 150, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-14-625374-JS The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 0892-2014 Exhibit A LOT 1, BLOCK 4, NEVIN VILLAGE GREEN FILING NO. 1 PARCEL 1 - AN UNDIVIDED 1/24TH INTEREST IN AND TO SAID LOT 1, BLOCK 4, SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS OF RECORD; PARCEL 2 - ALL OF THAT SPACE OF AREA WHICH LIES BETWEEN THE CEILING AND THE FLOOR, AND THE WALLS OF APARTMENT OR UNIT B IN BUILDING NO. 1165 NOW CONSTRUCTED IN SAID LOT 1, BLOCK 4, SAID BUILDING LOCATED SUBSTANTIALLY AS SHOWN ON THE AREA PLAT PLAN AND CONDOMINIUM PLAT FILED FOR RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO, ON AUGUST 21, 1972 IN CONDOMINIUM PLAT BOOK 22 AT PAGE 84, PARCEL 3 - AN UNDIVIDED 1/4 INTEREST IN AND TO THE APARTMENT BUILDING, EQUIPMENT THEREIN INSTALLED AND APPURTENANT THERETO WITHIN WHICH THE ABOVE DESCRIBED SPACE OR AREA LOCATED, TOGETHER WITH: (1) THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO USE BALCONIES AIRCONDITIONERS OR OTHER APPLIANCES WHICH PROJECT BEYOND THE SPACE OR AREA ABOVE DESCRIBED AND CONTIGOUS THERETO. (2) A RIGHT OF WAY, IN COMMON WITH OTHERS, FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS TO AND FROM THE PROPERTY ABOVE DESCRIBED; (3) THE RIGHT TO USE STAIRS, HALLS, PASSAGE WAYS AND OTHER COMMON AREAS IN THE APARTMENT BUILDING DESCRIBED IN PARCEL 2 ABOVE IN COMMON WITH OTHER OWNERS OF SUCH BUILDING, INCLUDING THEIR AGENTS, SERVANTS EMPLOYEES AND INVITEES, (4) THE RIGHT TO USE COMMON AREAS IN SAID PARCEL 1 IN COMMON WITH OTHERS OWNERS OF SPACE OR AREAS IN APARTMENT BUILDING NOW CONSTRUCTED IN SAID PARCEL 1, EXCEPT THE USE OF THE COMMON AREAS LOCATED IN BUILDINGS OTHER THAN THAT DESCRIBED IN PARCEL 2 ABOVE, INCLUDING THEIR AGENTS, SERVANTS, EMPLOYEES AND INVITEES, EXCEPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: 1. GRANTOR EXPRESSLY EXCEPTS AND EXCLUDES FORM THIS CONVEYANCE THE SPACE OR AREA BETWEEN THE CEILINGS, FLOOR AND WALLS OF ALL APARTMENTS IN THE APARTMENT BUILDING CONSTRUCTED IN SAID PARCEL 1, OTHER THAN THE SPACE OR AREA HEREIN SPECIFICALLY CONVEYED, 2. GRANTOR FURTHER EXPRESSLY EXCEPTS AND EXCLUDES FROM THIS CONVEYANCE ALL APARTMENT BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS AND EQUIPMENT THEREIN AND APPURTENANCES THERETO CONSTRUCTED ON SAID PARCEL 1 OTHER THAN THE UNDIVIDED INTEREST IN THE APARTMENT BUILDING, EQUIPMENT AND APPURTENANCES THERETO HEREIN SPECIFICALLY CONVEYED SO THAT THE GRANTEES HEREIN SHALL HAVE NO RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN AND TO ANY BUILDINGS OR IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN SPECIFICALLY CONVEYED HEREIN AS PARCEL 3, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.
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and is also known by street and number as 1165 S Fairplay Cr #B, Aurora , CO 80112. Legal Notice NO.: 0892-2014 First Publication: 10/9/2014 Last Publication: 11/6/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0911-2014 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 13, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): SARAI GUILD AND JASON CARL GUILD Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, PRIMARY RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Date of Deed of Trust: March 25, 2010 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: March 25, 2010 Recording Information (Reception Number): D0028643 Original Principal Amount: $147,184.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $137,908.27 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: LOT 33, BLOCK 1, ILIFF PLACE TOWNHOMES SUBDIVISION FILING NO.1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 2390 S WHEELING CIR, AURORA, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 12/10/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 10/16/2014 Last Publication: 11/13/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED. DATE: 08/13/2014 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Holly L. Decker #32647 Toni M.N. Dale #30580 Jolene Kaminski #46144 Medved Dale Decker & Deere, LLC 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # 14-944-27101 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012
A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE on Wednesday, 12/10/2014, at the East BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO Hearing Room, County Administration CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED. Building, 5334 South Prince Street, DATE: 08/22/2014 Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for best bidder for cash, the said real propthe County of Arapahoe, State of Colorerty and all interest of the said Grantor(s), ado Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee the purpose of paying the indebtedness The name, address, business telephone provided in said Evidence of Debt senumber and bar registration number of the cured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' attorney(s) representing the legal holder of fees, the expenses of sale and other items the indebtedness is: allowed by law, and will issue to the purMilnor H Senior, III #7226 chaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. 216 provided by law. 16th Street, Suite 1210, Denver, CO First Publication: 10/16/2014 80202 (720) 259-6710 Last Publication: 11/13/2014 Attorney File # 13CO00633-1 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent advertise your public notices call 303-566-4100 The Attorney above is acting as a debt IF THE SALETo DATE IS CONTINUED TO collector and is attempting to collect a A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO debt. Any information provided may be FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE used for that purpose. BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO ©Public Trustees' Association CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED. of Colorado Revised 9/2012 DATE: 08/13/2014 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for 0928-2014 Exhibit A the County of Arapahoe, State of ColorCondominium Unit No. 204, Building No. ado 2, The Summer Hill Condominiums, AcBy: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee cording to the Condominium Map of The The name, address, business telephone Summer Hill Condominiums, Recorded number and bar registration number of the August 5, 1998 At Reception No. attorney(s) representing the legal holder of A8122309, And As Defined By The Conthe indebtedness is: dominium Declaration of The Summer Hill Holly L. Decker #32647 Condominiums, Recorded June 9, 1997 at Toni M.N. Dale #30580 Reception No. A7067837, in The Office of Jolene Kaminski #46144 The County Clerk and Recorder, County Medved Dale Decker & Deere, LLC 355 of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Legal Notice NO.: 0928-2014 Attorney File # 14-944-27101 First Publication: 10/23/2014 The Attorney above is acting as a debt Last Publication: 11/20/2014 collector and is attempting to collect a Name of Publication: Littleton Independent debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association Public Notice of Colorado Revised 9/2012
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Legal Notice NO.: 0911-2014 First Publication: 10/16/2014 Last Publication: 11/13/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0936-2014
PUBLIC NOTICE COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0928-2014 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 22, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Jose Alfredo Nunez Renteria Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for U.S. Bank National Association, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. Bank National Association Date of Deed of Trust October 20, 2005 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 28, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number) B5163046 Original Principal Amount $194,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $193,724.99 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE Also known by street and number as: 5555 E Briarwood Ave 2-204, Centennial, CO 80122. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 12/17/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 10/23/2014 Last Publication: 11/20/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED. DATE: 08/22/2014 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Milnor H Senior, III #7226 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. 216 16th Street, Suite 1210, Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710 Attorney File # 13CO00633-1 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 29, 2014, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s): Buddy L Harris and Margo I Harris Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for First Franklin a Division of Nat. City Bank of IN Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee, on behalf of the certificate holders of the FFMLT Trust 2006-FF13, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-FF13 Date of Deed of Trust: June 16, 2006 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: June 22, 2006 Recording Information (Reception Number): B6092098 Original Principal Amount: $206,800.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $223,707.58 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: LOT 1, BLOCK 3, SOUTH PARK, FILING NO 2, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 6450 S Windermere St, Littleton, CO 80120. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 12/17/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 10/23/2014 Last Publication: 11/20/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED. DATE: 08/29/2014 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Jennifer Griest #34830 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Cynthia Lowery-Graber #34145 The Castle Law Group, LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 Attorney File # 12-11239R The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Legal Notice NO.: 0936-2014 First Publication: 10/23/2014 Last Publication: 11/20/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent
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The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 12/03/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real prop-
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Legal Notice NO.: 0892-2014 First Publication: 10/9/2014 Last Publication: 11/6/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent
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0928-2014 Exhibit A Condominium Unit No. 204, Building No. 2, The Summer Hill Condominiums, According to the Condominium Map of The Summer Hill Condominiums, Recorded August 5, 1998 At Reception No. A8122309, And As Defined By The Condominium Declaration of The Summer Hill Condominiums, Recorded June 9, 1997 at Reception No. A7067837, in The Office of The County Clerk and Recorder, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Legal Notice NO.: 0928-2014 First Publication: 10/23/2014 Last Publication: 11/20/2014 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent
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Lions’ streak, playoff hopes end in finale Dakota Ridge gets best of Littleton, 45-7 By Tom Munds
tmunds@colorado communitymedia.com Littleton High School’s bid for a berth in the state Class 4A football tournament ended Oct. 31 when the Lions lost the final
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17. The third game became a seesaw battle with teams exchanging points for nine serves. But Allison Hand found the right spots with her serves, helping the Bruins score six straight points to take the lead at 21-14 and they went on to win the game, 25-17. After a short break, the teams took to the court for the fourth game that proved to be a lengthy,
game of the regular season — and a shot at an outright 4A Plains title — to Dakota Ridge, 45-7. “This wasn’t like I wished the game had turned out but we played hard so it is alright,” said Littleton coach Kurt Krantz. The Lions came into the Oct. 31 game with a 5-4 record and 4-0 league mark. With the loss they now share the title with Dakota Ridge and Ponderosa at 4-1. And
while Dakota Ridge earned the No. 6 seed in the postseason and Ponderosa was awarded the No. 16 seed, Littleton will stay home. The season finale got off on a good note for the Lions as they took the opening kick, marched down the field and scored a touchdown for a fast 7-0 lead. The touchdown came with 4:48 left in the first quarter as, on a fourth-and-goal play from the
hard-fought battle. Castle View trailed early but tied the score at 13. The tie was the first of seven ties until the score stood at 1919. The Bruins then scored three straight points to take the lead for good and went on to win the deciding game, 25-22. “They gave us a test but we rallied and got the win,” said Cherry Creek coach Sally Moos. “We have some times where we are inconsistent in the things we do and that showed at times today. Right now, with the loss of Taylor Cooper to injury, we are a little weak in the middle. But we are working to correct that and get better.”
She said the Bruins depend on teamwork to use all the players as a way to compensate for the fact that there isn’t a lot of height on the Cherry Creek team. “We just focus on teamwork to make the passes and make the defensive plays to keep us in the games,” Moos said. “We are a good team with talent and our teamwork makes us strong.” Shea Reilly is the Bruins’ defensive specialist and libero. “This was a pretty competitive match because they knew we were a talented team,” Reilly said after playing Castle View. “We knew they were strong with their
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(7-3) at the Stutler Bowl. “I thought we played OK against Chaparral,” added Logan. “There are still a lot of things we can certainly work on. Anytime you play in the playoffs you always worry, it doesn’t matter what matchup it is, you always worry about it. I’m pleased we got a win and can move on.” Cherry Creek scored on its first three possessions and also got a 60-yard touchdown on a pass interception by Javier Craft to take a 28-0 lead with 2:39 still to play in the first quarter. Chaparral had minus-12 yards on its initial four drives and finished the game with minus-eight yards rushing.
The Bruins, who turned the ball over three times, rushed for 340 yards and wound up with 521 yards of total offense despite sitting their starters in the second half. “It’s important when you have the opportunity to get your younger guys in varsity games,” said Logan. “I don’t know if everybody subscribes to that theory but … it’s good for our young guys to get out and play under the lights and play in a big game.” Starter Milo Hall averaged 14.8 yards per carry as he rushed for 89 yards on six carries and scored twice before leaving the game. DJ Luke had 33 yards rushing and also had two touchdowns. Reserve Ashton Riley carried the ball 11 times for 183 yards and a touchdown. “We played great,” said Hall. “We played as a team. Everyone came together. We were coming off two big wins (Valor Christian and Eaglecrest). We just looked past that
one-yard line, quarterback Joey Drennan pushed his way over the goal line for the touchdown. Dakota Ridge answered on the ensuing drive with a field goal, and after two touchdowns in the second quarter, took a 17-7 advantage into halftime. The second half was all Dakota Ridge. “We started the season slow, but put together a four-game winning streak that was huge,” outside hitter Madison Laufenberg. She really hits the ball hard enough to hurt when you receive it. But it is fun to receive her serve and keep the ball in play.” She said the regional win is a boost for the team. “Today was an important win for us because it has been a sort of up and down season for us. We have had some big wins but we have also had some tough losses,” she said. “The win means we are going to state and going to state is so much fun. We want to take it to heart so we can play our best volleyball of the season at the state tournament.”
and we’re getting ready for the next round and our next opponent. “We’ve got to come back next week. It’s the playoffs so every game is a big game. We just have to get ready and focused on Bear Creek.” Starting quarterback Joe Caplis completed 11-of-16 passes for 155 yards for the Bruins while hooking up on a touchdown pass to Joseph Parker. “Joe is becoming more settled at quarterback,” said Logan. “I like his progress the last few weeks. He has thrown the ball well and it’s important to be balanced. We’re going to play some teams that are going to make it tough on our running game. You have to be able to throw the ball if you are going to be successful.” Craft had two interceptions for the Bruins. “It was the first playoff game,” said Craft.
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Krantz said. “We turned things around by convincing the kids they needed to believe in themselves and to believe they could win football games.” Senior Tre Blake spearheaded the Lions ground game all season. Blake finished the season with 999 yards rushing and eight touchdowns on 169 carries. He added 24 catches for 665 yards and eight more touchdowns.
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game-winning drive over the game’s final minutes but an intentional grounding call in their quarterback Mitchell created off a Panthers’ blitz turned out to be one of the difference making plays of the night. Pomona (8-2) will now prepare to face No. 5 Columbine on Nov. 7 at 4 p.m. at Jeffco Stadium. Columbine beat No. 4 Rangeview 48-7 in its playoff opener.
“It was a 4 o’clock game so it was hard to bring on the emotion. It was a good win. It was good all around. The special teams played great, we all played great. Of course I always want to play but it was good to see some of the young guys in and get some playing time.” Chaparral, the eighth seed in the Quadrant, ended its season with a 3-7 record. Mitch Ross, the Wolverines leading rusher, punter and second leading tackler, was limited but did play on defense. Quarterback Kyle Gallup was 14-of-35 for 109 yards, a late touchdown pass and two interceptions. Chaparral also got a 43-yard field goal from Ford Edwards and a 65-yard TD on a fumble recovery return by Koby Stevens. “We faced a real good team, we knew that,” said Chaparral coach Rod Dobbs.
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A nation that does not honor its heroes will not long endure. President Abraham Lincoln
Veterans Week 2014
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ELEMENTARY
Come join us as we recognize the service and commitment of our veterans and active duty military men and women.
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Creekside Elementary
Tue., Nov. 11
2:30 p.m.
Veterans Day Assembly for veterans, active duty servicemen and women and their families. The assembly will feature students singing tribute songs for each branch of the military. A reception will follow with a slide show honoring all veterans.
Heritage Elementary
Tue., Nov. 11
8:15-9:00 a.m.
Veterans and active duty servicemen and women are invited to enjoy coffee and donuts, followed by our SOAR / Veterans Day Assembly featuring a flag ceremony, student performances and student speakers. The school will also have a Wall of Honor display. RSVP to 720-554-3501.
Mountain Vista Elementary
Mon., Nov. 10
8:30 a.m.
Veterans Day continental breakfast followed by an all-school assembly featuring two musical pieces performed by our choir and two guest speakers who are veterans. We will also have a small display of military equipment. RSVP to 720-886-2703.
Peakview Elementary
Mon., Nov. 10
7:30 a.m. Breakfast, 9:00 a.m. Assembly
Breakfast and student artwork gallery for veterans and active duty military personnel followed by a school-wide assembly featuring a P.O.W. ceremony, military color guard, choir performance, special guest speaker and door prizes for servicemen and women. RSVP to 720-886-3100.
Red Hawk Ridge Elementary
Tue., Nov. 11
11:00 a.m.-3 p.m.
RHR will host “Bring a Veteran to School Day.” Students can bring a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, cousin, family friend, etc. Veteran guests will be treated to lunch with the student who invited them, then they’ll visit the student’s classroom, before attending a Veterans Day assembly. RSVP 720-886-3800.
Trails West Elementary
Mon., Nov. 10
9:15 a.m. and 2:40 p.m.
Veterans Day assemblies to honor our veterans and active duty servicemen and women for their service and sacrifice. (Grades 3-5 at 9:15 a.m. and K-2 at 2:40 p.m.) Our assemblies will include songs from our choir, a short video, Tribute Contest winners and a salute to each branch of the military.
Thunder Ridge Middle School
Tue., Nov. 11
2:00 p.m.
Thunder Ridge will welcome Medal of Honor recipient Drew Dix during the TRMS Veterans Day Celebration, honoring all veterans and active duty servicemen and women. The celebration will also feature a patriotic performance by the TRMS choir. RSVP to 720 886 1510.
Eaglecrest High School
Tue., Nov. 11
9:00 a.m.
The Eaglecrest-Thunder Ridge campus will be lined with 140 flags to honor our nation’s heroes. Veterans and active duty servicemen and women can enjoy breakfast prepared by the EHS Gourmet Foods class and view patriotic artwork and other Veterans Week displays. RSVP to 720-886-1018
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