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Guiding light: A victim advocate has helped many during her 30 years on the job. See Page 2

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Rodney Miller gets a hug from his sister as he and four other men became the first graduates from the 18th Judicial District’s Veterans Treatment Court. The program is designed to help veterans in the criminal justice system get their lives back on track. Photo by Tom Munds

Area veterans back on track Event marks first graduation from intensive court program POSTAL ADDRESS

By Tom Munds

tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia.com Drop and do 20 push-ups.

The five graduates from the Veterans Treatment Court agreed their program should end like it began.

So veterans, police officers, prosecutors, public defenders, probation officers and others involved in the program dropped to the floor and counted the push-ups as they took part in the activity that culminated the Jan. 16 graduation ceremonies.

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Five military veterans whose lives had been on slippery slopes celebrated gaining solid footing and the opportunity for a bright future that completion of the program provided.

“I am so grateful for this program because, today, I feel like my life is back where it should have been when I got out of the service,” graduate Kevin Slack said after the ceremonies. “I messed things up when I messed with drugs and alcohol.

This program has reversed all the negatives, and my life is back where it should be.”

He said jail time was painful, but it was the birth of a desire to get his life back on track.

“I thank all the veterans and the court personnel who encouraged me to stick with the program and to complete treatment,” he said. “I feel I am

ready to get to the next level where I am 100 percent accountable for myself.”

The Veterans Treatment Court is one of several 18th Judicial District problem-solving courts. The goal is to ensure community safety while participants receive treatment and the help they need to return as active, contributing members of the community. Participants may reside anywhere in the district, which encompasses Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties.

There are currently 21 veterans enrolled in the program. The number is expected to grow to 30 — the maximum the program can accommodate — in the next couple months.

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Dogs help kids gain reading skills Library hosts Paws to READ twice a month

By Tom Munds

tmunds @coloradocommunitymedia.com Connor’s tail wagged as Bruktawite Dadi read him a story.

Bruktawite was one of the children who read stories to the golden retriever during the Jan. 17 Paws to READ program at the Englewood Public Library.

Bruktawite said she loved to read to the dog.

“I like it because I really like doggies and I like to read,” the girl said. “I don’t have a doggie so it is sort of like this is my doggie.”

She said reading to the dog helps her learn her words.

“Reading out loud to the doggie helps me learn to be brave because I don’t really like to talk out loud to other people,” the Littleton Academy fifth-grader said.

The library hosts the Paws to

READ program on the first and third Saturdays of each month. The library listing for the Paws to READ states the Denver Pet Partners supplies the four-footed listeners and parents provide the readers.

The listeners are Reading Education Assistance Dogs who, along with their owners volunteer their time to the two-hour sessions.

Jackie Benson, Connor’s owner, said she and her dog have been Paws to READ volunteers for five years. Connor was a Hurricane Katrina dog from Louisiana she adopted from a golden retriever rescue organization when she was living in Houston. She calls Connor her Cajun puppy.

“Connor loves kids so he likes being here. I like being here too because I like helping kids learn to read better,” she said. “It is a fun volunteer thing to do. Maybe because I love to read, I enjoy seeing the reading skills improvement of kids who come every month.”

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Bruketawite Dadi reads to the dog Connor and Jackie Benson, the dog’s owner, while the girl’s brother Nathnael waits his turn. The children took part in Paws to READ on Jan. 17 at the Englewood Public Library. Twice a month, owners bring their Reading Education Assistance Dogs to the Englewood Library so children can read aloud to the dog. Photo by Tom Munds

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A guiding light during dark times Victim/witness advocate Diane Peirce on the job for 30 years

By Chris Michlewicz

cmichlewicz @coloradocommunitymedia.com Roger Dean was grateful for Diane Peirce’s presence after he nearly lost his life in 2012.

Peirce, a victim and witness advocate for the 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office for nearly 30 years, was there every step of the way after Dean suffered horrific injuries in a car crash.

He had been waiting in line to pick up his grandson from school in the Pinery when he was struck from behind by a woman who had a blood-alcohol level of 0.184 and was driving 48 mph in a 25-mph zone.

Dean’s face and legs were crushed in the accident, and he lost his left eye.

It was his wife, Jody, who first had contact with Peirce, a woman who would become a security blanket. Dean was in the intensive care unit and wouldn’t leave for 40 days.

His jaw was wired shut for six weeks. Dean’s

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later interactions with Peirce were nothing short of a blessing during a difficult time.

Aside from jury duty, Dean and his wife had no previous exposure to the justice system.

“She was understanding, she was patient, she made sure we understood the process and what was going on,” says Dean, who added that Peirce seemed to anticipate his questions at every turn, to the point where he didn’t need to ask.

Victims of serious crimes face a tough road to emotional recovery, but having comfort in the form of a kind, guiding hand can ease the criminal justice process for victims and witnesses.

“It’s mostly being the person that they can see and know and have an expectation that I’m going to be there,” said Peirce, a Castle Rock resident.

As a victim and witness advocate, her job is to act as a go-between for those prosecuting the crime and those traumatized by it.

Peirce explains in detail what to expect during the lengthy court process: when hearings will take place, how to provide good testimony, why certain steps are necessary to hold those accountable for their crimes, and in some cases, how to obtain a restraining order, among a multitude of other duties that have become second nature.

“It would be easier to say what she doesn’t do,” said Jay Williford, a deputy district attorney who has worked with Peirce for five years.

‘Drawn to the courtroom’

Peirce was a stay-at-home mom who was “drawn to the courtroom” and dreamed of becoming a court reporter. It wasn’t until later that she realized her true calling as a victim and witness advocate.

Official training wasn’t required when she became a victims’ assistant in 1989, but Peirce has learned the job through day-today experience and years of training seminars since. However, her caring nature is instinctive, “probably to a fault,” and not learned in a classroom, Peirce said.

As victims and witnesses have become increasingly involved in the prosecution of defendants, having a liaison to lift the burden of explaining the process from busy prosecutors has become more invaluable.

Other than one absence due to having

Diane Peirce, victim/witness advocate for the 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office, has helped thousands of people in her 30 years on the job. Photo by Chris Michlewicz knee surgery, Peirce didn’t miss a single hearing during the two years that Dean regularly went to the Douglas County Justice Center.

“Her caring and her concern show through,” Dean said. “It’s not just a job.”

The woman who caused the accident is serving a four-year prison sentence.

Victims not far away

Peirce, who splits victim advocate duties for Douglas County District Court with two others, estimates that she spends approximately 25 percent of her work hours in the courtroom. The rest of the time is spent on paperwork and often communicating with multiple people per case, making sure they respond to subpoenas, comply with sequestration orders, show up to important proceedings or provide input crucial to the case.

Williford points out that it takes special abilities to handle the emotional and procedural needs of those involved, particularly in cases with child victims and witnesses.

Peirce works with the parents as much as the kids, familiarizing them with the courtroom and witness stand before testifying.

“She’s dealing with dynamics that are far

more complex than just that one witness or one victim,” he said.

Although to a lesser extent these days, Peirce admits that she gets emotionally involved in some cases, but says she is able to “let it go after I leave the office.” At the same time, the people she helps are “not always completely far away from you,” and with homicides, “those I don’t think ever leave you,” Peirce said.

There is one word — “character” — that always seems to come up in conversations about Peirce. And literally thousands of people have been fortunate enough to get a glimpse of someone who has an undying passion for people.

“She is the ultimate public servant,” Williford said. “She understands how important it is to provide a quality service for these people, and to stand up and be their voice and advocate.”

Peirce acknowledges that she keeps putting off her retirement. The gratitude shown by those who have benefitted from her wisdom and compassion is the reward that motivates her to keep going.

“I kind of had hopes of retiring within the next few months or year, but I don’t seeSha it happening that quickly,” she said.

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January 29, 2015

Business leaders want immigration reform Local chambers of commerce say fix the broken system

By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com The South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce kicked off an entire day devoted to immigration issues with a discussion led by Ali Noorani, executive director of the National Immigration Forum.

“We want to have a creative cultural conversation that leads to constructive policy,” he told chamber members who gathered to hear NIF’s perspective on Jan. 26. “We’re not starting with policy.”

Noorani said Congress is in a perfect position to enact reform now, with a Republican majority and a Democratic president, because both sides can claim victory if compromises can be reached.

“If Republicans pass reform, they are competing for Latino votes in 2016 in a big, big way,” he said.

While federal law governs immigration regulations, Noorani stressed that local efforts often spark national change. For example, the chamber can lobby state and even municipal elected officials to pass resolutions in support of reform and to implement nonpolarizing programs like job training and English as a second language.

And chamber leaders agree it’s an important issue to them. The event, which was followed by a press conference and roundtable event in Aurora that afternoon, was sponsored by the South Metro Chamber in conjunction with Douglas County Business Alliance, Denver South Economic Development Partnership and Colorado Business Roundtable.

“Immigration reform affects all sectors

Ali Noorani, executive director of the National Immigration Forum, addresses the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce on Jan. 26. Photo by Jennifer Smith of the business community, from workers to entrepreneurs looking to invest in Colorado,” said Natalie Harden, the chamber’s

director of public policy and economic development. “The uncertainty created by the lack of a comprehensive strategy is

damaging to Colorado’s overall economic growth.”

Noorani noted that Colorado is uniquely situated to test run efforts at local reform, with a congressional slate that’s at least willing to talk about immigration.

“And demographically, it’s a purple state,” he said. “The Colorado delegation is in a prime position for the Republicans to say we’ve got to lead on this, but they need to feel like somebody’s got their backs.”

Moderation is key to the debate, said Noorani, but with the extremes often getting more of the media spotlight, there’s a vacuum in the middle. He said the NFI won’t endorse candidates, but rather will try to get its message — opportunity, skill building and making it easier for immigrants to achieve legal status — out to all of them.

“That’s one of the most important things, is for those here illegally to get legal, and to bring people into the system for the tax rolls,” he said.

The NFI’s position is that more worker visas should be issued, and that a points system based on a person’s trade doesn’t work.

“From our perspective, our communities need skilled engineers as much as it needs skilled farmworkers,” he said.

NFI is also opposed to building a wall on the country’s southern border. Noorani points out that most of the criminal elements, like drugs and illegal immigrants, sneak in at existing ports of entry, so the focus should be on beefing up security at those locations.

“Whatever happens, the most important thing that needs to take place is a functioning immigration system,” he said.

“The best way to secure the border is to ease the pressure on the border.”

Elected officials sworn in for Arapahoe County Sharpe chosen as chair of Board of County Commissioners Staff report Six Arapahoe County elected officials, including a new sheriff, began new terms Jan. 12.

With 18th Judicial District Chief Judge Carlos A. Samour presiding over the swearing in ceremony, Walcher, county commissioners Nancy Sharpe and Nancy Jackson, Assessor Corbin Sakdol, Clerk and Recorder Matt Crane, and Coroner Kelly Lear-Kaul took the oath of office. Treasurer Sue Sandstrom was sworn in Jan. 2.

Walcher, who is starting his first full four-year term, has been at the helm of the sheriff’s office since his appointment last February following the retirement of Grayson Robinson. Walcher has served with the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office since 2009.

Sharpe was selected as the chair of the Board of County Commissioners after the swearing-in ceremony. Jackson was selected chair pro tem.

Sharpe couldn’t think of a better group to work with for implementing the work of the county.

“I’m really excited to be able to represent Arapahoe County and work with my fellow commissioners. They’re a great group, which includes all of our countywide elected officials,” Sharpe said.

“They’re all so knowledgeable and just so dedicated to delivering high-quality services to our county. And they’re very knowledgeable. We work very collaboratively, and I just can’t say enough about the entire team across the county.”

Sakdol, who has worked in the county’s Assessor’s Office since 1990, is serving his third and final four-year term. Crane has worked for the Clerk and Recorder’s Office since 2007, but he is entering his first full four-year term. Lear-Kaul is also entering her first four-year term. She worked for the coroner’s office since 2004.

Commissioner Nancy Sharpe, who represents District 2, is sworn in to office by 18th Judicial District Chief Judge Carlos A. Samour for a second, four-year term on Jan. 12. Courtesy photos

Matt Crane was sworn in to his first four-year term as Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder Jan. 12.

Corbin Sakdol is sworn in Jan. 12 to his third, four-year term serving the citizens as Assessor of Arapahoe County.

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January 29, 2015

ENGLEWOOD CRIME REPORT Woman assaulted

Englewood police arrested a man suspected of assaulting a 35-year-old woman.

The officers met with the woman about 2 a.m. Jan. 12 at St. Anthony Hospital. Reportedly, the victim and her 28-year-old boyfriend were driving in the area of Broadway and Hampden Avenue when they got into an argument that led to the assault, she said.

The boyfriend pulled the car over and attacked her, she said. At one point, her boyfriend chased

her down and dragged her back to the vehicle, she told the officers.

Officers checked the area and found the suspect. He was processed and taken to Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Detention Facility. He could face a number of felony charges.

Neighbor arrested Englewood Police were called to the 3400 block of South Sherman Street about 4 p.m. Jan. 18 to

investigate a report of an assault.

The victim, a 76-year-old woman, told officers she had been hit in the face by a man who is her neighbor. The assault caused the woman pain and the injury was visible, according to reports.

Police talked to the suspect, and the 57-year-old man admitted he hit the woman. The man was arrested, processed and taken to the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Detention Facility. He could face a number of charges.

Car crash

A man was arrested on a variety of charges during the investigation of a two-car injury accident at South Santa Fe Drive and West Dartmouth Avenue.

The crash happened about 6:25 p.m. Jan. 18 when a 38-yearold man reportedly ran a red light and turned left in front of oncoming traffic. A car driven by a 21-year-old woman hit the man’s car.

The woman suffered a broken ankle and possible internal

injuries. The man and the two children in the car suffered minor injuries.

However, during the investigation, police determined the man had been driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

He was arrested, processed and taken to the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Detention Facility. In addition to DUI, it is possible he could face other charges, including child abuse.

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Veterans Treatment Court is a voluntary program, and each volunteer agrees to actively engage in treatment and counseling, make regular court appearances and undergo intense supervision.

Each of the veterans was in jail at one point prior to joining the program, and each was sentenced to probation. Most participants graduate in 18-24 months.

Magistrate Bonnie McLean, who is on the bench for the program, said the court began in March 2013 when veterans’ services advocates, lawyers and others sought ways to help returning veterans who got in trouble with the law.

A veteran who has run afoul of the law needs to apply to become part of the program.

A panel of those involved with the treatment court reviews the application. The majority who are accepted agree to join the program.

“The goal was to make sure to protect the community,” said McLean, a Parker resident.

“However, at the same time, the program wants to help veterans deal with and hopefully solve the problems that led them into the criminal justice system.”

The atmosphere in the Veterans Treatment Court is very different than in a traditional courtroom. During the Jan. 16 court session, McLean talked one-on-one with veterans in the program. They discussed accomplishments and shared humorous moments.

When the judge congratulated the veteran,

Frank Alston (center), a Douglas County Sheriff’s deputy, leads and counts out the push-ups as part of the closing ceremonies marking the first five graduates from the Veterans Treatment Court. The officer, veterans, prosecutors, probation officers and the judge all did the push-ups. Photos by Tom Munds the standing-room-only crowd in the courtroom gave the veteran a standing ovation.

Following the regular court session, it was time for the graduation ceremonies.

George Brauchler, district attorney for the 18th Judicial District, told those attending the graduation that a lot of people worked to help the five veterans succeed and reach this point.

He urged them to take advantage of the opportunity to succeed as they reach for lofty goals.

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Magistrate McLean brought each graduate to the podium individually. Each graduate, accompanied by family, talked about what the event meant to him.

Graduate Dan Mitchell, who served two tours in Iraq, said the treatment court provided him a second chance after he had violated the law.

“It’s a new start and I am moving forward,” he said. “I am scheduled to complete the requirements for my master’s degree in business so I can graduate in June from the University of Colorado. I plan to put my life back on track as I hope to find a job in the energy industry.”

Fellow graduate Rodney Miller said the court program helped him discover why he didn’t fit in with society after he left the service.

“Everyone helped me find my balance,” he told the audience. “I once felt like a lost cause.

But so many people encouraged and helped me, so now there is hope for success where there was only failure.”

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the program helped him step out and tackle the major task of painting a 40-foot-long mural on the wall at Civic Center Apartments.

“Eight veteran artists plus 40 members of the community helped create the pattern for the mural,” he said. “When I stepped on the pattern, I felt the energy from the veterans who helped create the mural.”

Miller, a Denver resident, is headed to the East Coast, where he will travel, helping aspiring artists and accepting public speaking engagements about veterans’ issues and his experiences in the program.

Dan Mitchell holds up the certificate he was presented Jan. 16 as he and four other men became the first graduates from the 18th Judicial District Veterans Treatment Court. The program is designed to help veterans who got in trouble with the law get a fresh start in life.

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WHO IS ELIGIBLE According to an 18th Judicial District news release, “Eligible military veterans with trauma spectrum disorders and/ or substance abuse issues may be moved to the Veterans Treatment Court based on decisions made by a team including personnel from the 18th Judicial District courts and Probation Department, prosecutors, public defenders, local law enforcement, treatment professionals and others.”

children’s librarian, said the purpose of the Paws to READ program is to help new and emerging readers become more confident when they are called on to read aloud in class.

“It also helps young children recognize new words and get reading experience without being coached by parents,” she said. “I think the dogs like it too because they like the attention and being around excited children.”

Parents sign up their children to take

part in the program. The child selects the book to read and reads aloud to the dog for 20 minutes.

Jeff Neuman brought his daughter to take part in the Paws to READ program.

“I signed Cynia up because she is shy and she isn’t so shy with the dog,” he said.

“She doesn’t read yet but she likes to look at the pictures and make up the story. Also, it doesn’t embarrass her that she can’t read yet.”

Cynia said she likes reading to the dog.

“I like reading to the dog because I really like puppies,” the Charles Hay kindergartner said. “I pet the puppy while I read to him and sometimes I think the puppy smiles at me.”

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January 29, 2015

New chapter in the works for Blosten Littleton official has become a familiar face over the past 40-plus years

By Jennifer Smith

jsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com

Some people love him. Others, not so much.

But pretty much everyone in Littleton has come across Charlie Blosten at one betime or another. ogram “My backyard is Jackass Hill open space, and some people think it’s very appropriate for me to live there,” jokes Blosten, who is retiring as Littleton’s public-works director on March 15.

Blosten grew up in the suburbs of Chicago. He moved to Colorado to attend the University of Denver, where he earned a bachelor’s in political science. He went on to the University of Colorado in Boulder, earning a master’s in public administration.

Blosten landed in Littleton at the age of 23, making $3 an hour as an administrative intern with the city. It was June 23, 1970.

“I didn’t even know where Littleton was at the time,” he said.

But now he knows every nook and cranny, every cracked sidewalk, every curb cut.

He even oversaw the paving of the last dirt road in Littleton, just a couple of years ago.

“It’s going to create a huge hole in the history of the city, because Charlie’s been here a long time, and he knows where everything is,” said Larry Borger, former city manager. “He’s going to have to show somebody where the switch is to turn on the Christmas lights.”

Blosten could in fact be called Littleton’s “Father Christmas.” He keeps in his office a photo of the first year his department set Main Street aglow for the holidays — one sad string of lights straggling up and down either side of the street.

“Isn’t that great?” he says with a laugh.

Blosten will turn the Christmas lights off for a final time in early March.

They’re staying on late this year to help commemorate the city’s 125th birthday, in the days just before BloBlosten sten retires. Borger said it’s fitting that Blosten will be there to help celebrate.

“Charlie represents the best ideals of public service,” said Borger. “He actually loves his community and wants it to be better at the end of the day. I think he actually knows everyone in the city and has dealt with them all on some problem or issue over the years, and always with a sense of fairness and trying to do what’s right.”

John Ostermiller, former mayor and now chair of the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District Board of Directors, has worked with Blosten for 35 years, going back to his early days on the city’s planning commission.

“He’s going to be missed,” said Ostermiller. “He’s kept everybody laughing.”

Some of Blosten’s favorite jokes are about “sludge” and the Littleton/Englewood Wastewater Treatment Plant. He attended the plant’s grand opening on his very first day as public-works director, in April 1977.

“I thought, what have I gotten myself into?” he remembers. “As a little boy, I nev-

er thought I’d grow up to be a sewer director.”

Parks, trails and open space are where his heart really lives. His retirement will come just days after the dedication of the City Ditch Trail, something he’s pursued doggedly for the last several years.

“I had to pull a rabbit out of a hat to make it happen,” he said. “It’s 155 years old, and it was originally surveyed by Richard Little. But there are still parts of it that are as operational as they were in 1860. It’s pretty cool. You’re walking in the footsteps of pioneers, walking in the same ditch where the city’s founder walked.”

He’s had a lot of memorable moments in his career, many of them on Main Street.

He headed up the city’s Jackass Hill Ski Patrol back in the late 1980s, marching in the Western Welcome Week parade with ski poles in the middle of August.

“Sometimes it’s fun to just do nonsense,” he said.

During a repaving project, he found the original trolley tracks under the asphalt.

He also took out the “pods” that used to line the street, weird concrete umbrella things that caused a lot of head scratching in the community.

“People say my fingerprints are on a lot of projects,” he said. “I don’t feel like I did anything special for them. It’s good for the community, and good for the people.”

He’s especially proud of the youth job program he launched, giving hundreds of Littleton kids their first real job experience, and the team of employees he put in place.

“I despise the word `bureaucrat,’ and I want to make people feel like I and the people who work for me are approachable,” he said. “They’re very special people,

and they can do anything, and that’s what it’s all about. That’s part of what makes Littleton so incredible.”

One of those employees is Lucy Lucero, who has been Blosten’s assistant for 15 years. She said the first order he issued her was to not screen his calls, and to always send them straight to him.

“If he was in the office, Charlie said he wanted to make sure everyone that called for him could talk to him at any time,” she said. “All these years later, his policy is still the same. Charlie has dedicated most of his life to making Littleton a great place to live and work. I wish him the best of luck in his retirement and hope he gets to enjoy all the trails he helped construct in Littleton.”

Other than biking, hiking and traveling, Blosten will have more time to dedicate to the charity he’s vice president of. Day of Caring provides support for those affected by breast cancer, which Blosten himself survived.

“The first time you hear it, you don’t believe it,” he said. “You think there’s obviously a mistake. The word `cancer’ gives you a great deal of fear. You’re scared. But then you realize that to deal with it, you have to put yourself into the program and say, `I’m gonna beat this sucker.’ And so far, I have.”

Blosten says he has no regrets and is looking forward to having some fun. As for advice for the next person to take on the job?

“Be patient,” he said. “It’s amazing how long things take. Be patient, and have trust in your fellow employees. This job takes a huge amount of patience and incredible teamwork.”

Longtime South Suburban boss to retire Lorenz has been with the parks district nearly 50 years Staff report

It’s the end of an era for South Suburban Parks and Recreation District.

David A. Lorenz is retiring after 48 years, 30 of them as executive director, effective March 31.

“South Suburban is what it is today because of Dave’s leadership,” South Suburban Board Chairman John Ostermiller said in a news release. “The residents of the district owe him a great debt of gratitude. He will truly be missed.” cated Under his direction, the district was aster hopy and s unthing

awarded the National Recreation and Park Association’s National Gold Medal Award three times for excellence in park and recreation management, and was recognized 11 times as a finalist for the Gold Medal Award.

Lorenz also helped steer the district through seven successful mill-levy and bond elections, most recently last November.

Lorenz guided the district through development of the Goodson Recreation Center, Sheridan Recreation Center and CommuLorenz nity Park, Holly Swim and Tennis Center, Cook Creek Swimming Pool, the Littleton Golf and Tennis Center, the Douglas H. Buck Commu-

nity Recreation Center and the Lone Tree Recreation Center and the Lone Tree Tennis Centers.

He also led the efforts that created the Colorado Journey miniature golf course, batting cages, the BMX track, disc golf and dog parks, skate parks, in-line hockey rinks and spray ground water features.

South Suburban serves more than 135,000 residents in Littleton, Sheridan, Columbine Valley, Bow Mar, Lone Tree and Centennial west of 1-25, and portions of Jefferson, Douglas and Arapahoe counties.

Lorenz was instrumental in the formation of the South Platte Working Group, which comprises 19 different entities, including eight cities and Arapahoe County. It works to protect the South Platte River corridor from development and helps to en-

hance recreation opportunities and wildlife habitat.

Lorenz also was involved in the initial effort, along with his colleagues from around the state, to form the state lottery program with some of the proceeds supporting parks and recreation. He was appointed by Gov. Roy Romer to the original task force that created the Great Outdoors Colorado program.

He also initiated the development of the old Arapahoe County Landfill into an athletic complex, using artificial turf fields and obtaining three Great Outdoor Colorado grants. The David A. Lorenz Regional Park, named by the SSPR Board of Directors in 2003, has won awards for land stewardship and design.

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es of t theDepartment well represented the riverat services for slain officers peri“TheBy Jennifer Smith of thejsmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com h the mog- Four Littleton police officers recently joined the massive blue tides in New York City for the funerals of two of their brothers slain there, ambushed as they sat in their patrol car on Dec. 20.

“It was such a big honor,” said officer Brent Kieffer, who, along with officer James Fountain, attended the funeral of NYPD Officer Rafael Ramos on Dec. 27. “It was just really hard to describe. It was an unfortunate situation, but a huge honor to let these guys know that even though they’re 30,000 strong, they’re not alone in the country.

With the way they were killed, and all the publicity, you have to wonder if they felt like they were isolated out there. But we’re all the same family.”

It’s not really accurate to say they attended the services, as they were only able to get within a few blocks of the church in Queens where they were held. With hundreds of departments across the country taking advantage of JetBlue’s offer to fly two officers from each to New York for free, streets were filled with oceans of blue as far as the eye could see.

It was the same situation the next week at the funeral of NYPD officer Wenjian Liu, Ramos’ partner, on Jan. 4 in Brooklyn.

“It was pretty amazing, almost over-

whelming,” said LPD officer Derek LaVelle, who attended along with his fellow LPD officer Krista Bunten. “It was good to be part of that camaraderie. It was a sad event, obviously, but amazing to see that many officers together.”

Bunten agreed.

“There was a sense that if anybody wants to take out police officers, this would be the opportunity,” said Bunten. “I was a little nervous about that, but it was also very powerful.”

Her unease is understandable, especially given how the two officers died. Ramos and Liu were gunned down by Ismaaiyl Abdullah Brinsley, who killed himself as other officers pursued him.

“I felt like the way their lives were taken, by being ambushed, was so unjust that it was great for anyone and everyone to go who could,” said Bunten.

All four officers had high praise for their brothers in blue in New York, not just for helping them get around the city and making sure they had everything they needed, but for their extreme sense of brotherhood and sisterhood.

“It’s not that we don’t have that camaraderie here, but it’s so much stronger there,” said Kieffer.

But all four officers feel fortunate to work in Littleton, where people randomly thank them for their services when they’re grabbing coffee in convenience stores, and 79 percent of the citizens approve of the quality of the department, according to a December 2014 survey.

“When people come up and say `Hey,

thanks for what you do,’ we appreciate it, and it makes us feel good,” said Fountain.

“And it’s been that way ever since I started working here 19 years ago.”

The services also brought back some sad memories for the Littleton officers, who said goodbye to officer Kevin Denner on May 5, 2013. Twelve days after Liu’s funeral, a jury found the drunken driver who killed

Denner guilty of vehicular homicide.

“I was kind of grateful I couldn’t hear what was being said (at Liu’s service),” said Bunten, who was Denner’s partner. “It brought back memories that are exhausting emotionally. And you think in your mind about what the officers went through, and you know it could happen anywhere. It could happen here.”

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Measure tackles TABOR-rebate plan Institute breaks down details of refund proposal

By Amy Woodward

awoodward @coloradocommunitymedia.com State Senate President Bill Cadman, RColorado Springs, filed a bill that would mend some of the tax-refunding mechanisms outlined in the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights by refunding state tax money that is in excess of TABOR limits to the middle class.

The important piece of legislation warrants further explanation, as adjustments to TABOR can often be complex.

The Colorado Fiscal Institute, which provides analysis on fiscal and economic issues, assisted Colorado Community Media in analyzing Cadman’s bill, Senate Bill 1.

According to the institute, the bill would repeal the current six-tier sales tax refund and implement a three-tier state sales tax refund system in which greater percentages in rebates would be given to individuals with an adjusted gross income (AGI) between $36,000 and $117,000.

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The Department of Revenue is charged with determining a “single percentage” for TABOR refunds that will cause the total amount of refunds to equal the amount of excess state revenue, factoring in the number of taxpayers within a tiered refund structure.

The bill would require annual calculations of the adjusted gross income amounts based on the consumer price index.

Under the bill’s proposed three tiers, the new mechanism imposed by SB1 has these impacts: Tier 1) AGI of $36,000 or less, the rebate

will equal to $36,000 times the single percentage.

Tier 2) AGI between $36,000 to $117,000 means the rebate amount would be the AGI times the single percentage.

Tier 3) AGI in excess of $117,000, the rebate amount would be $117,000 times the single percentage.

Under SB1, the earned income tax credit or EITC refund mechanism, which is more complex than the proposed change to the six-tier sales tax refund, would remain unchanged.

SB1 also includes provisions that prohibits individuals convicted of certain misdemeanors and felonies from receiving the TABOR sales tax rebate, and requires the Department of Revenue to direct TABOR rebates to pay for court ordered restitution or court ordered child support for taxpayers with outstanding balances.

“CFI still believes the best investment in the middle class is to restore funding for schools and colleges and to fix our crumbling roads,” said Carol Hedges, executive director of the Colorado Fiscal Institute.

“But if voters said they wanted to keep the revenue above the cap, the new structure under Senate Bill 1 actually makes the rebate mechanism better.”

State Sen. Andy Kerr, D-Lakewood, serves on both the Senate education and finance committees.

He said he remains “vehemently neutral” on SB1 but warned of “politically expedient” legislation that only fixes current issues instead of looking ahead to more pressing funding gaps where K-12 and higher education are starved of financial assistance due to state underfunding.

“Colorado is just in such a bad spot with our education funding, we have this negative factor in place that’s preventing three quarters of a million in funding,” Kerr said.

Last week, Republicans on the Senate Education Committee, voted against a bill sponsored by Kerr that would cap tuition increases at 6 percent for in-state undergraduates. Reasons for the party’s rejection stemmed from a concern in limiting funding options for colleges.

“I appreciate the direction of SB1,” Kerr said, but added that funding education also helps to sustain the middle class.

“How are we going to keep the doors of our schools open?” he said. “We have to look long term.”

Cadman did not respond by press time for this report.

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“Too many Colorado more families still lack economic and security despite the recent ncial momentum in our recovery.

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Kerr “It’s time for Democrats and Republiationcans to move past the gridlock and move forward on common sense ideas that can ors ofhelp us create more opportunity for Colove toradans.”’

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“Two Coloradans were invited as guests of the President. We’re excited about the kind of progress made by Colorado small business owners like Carolyn Reed who has grown Silver Mine Subs through hard work and ingenuity and Bill Elder, Jr. who the President brought to Washington to bring attention to precision medicine.”

• U.S. Sen. Cory Gardner (R-Colo.)

“Over the past few years, we have had some improvements in our economy.

Some parts, such as corporate earnings and stock prices, have even recovered to their pre-recession levels.

But these gains can mask the fact that middle class Coloradans and Americans Gardner are still feeling pinched.

Measures like labor force participation and workers hourly earnings are either flat or going in the wrong direction, indicating that we still have a long ways to go until the middle class feels like there’s a recovery. I’ve called this our `veneered economy,’ and you don’t have to

scratch too far below the surface to see many Americans struggling. When you read the news, it can seem like the haves and the have-nots in America are living in completely different economies.

“The president’s reaction to this reality has been to put forward yet another package of tax increases and new government spending rather than trying to lift up those hard working middle class Americans who are struggling.

“This is the wrong approach. We should be focused on solutions which empower the middle class and grow the economy, not just another tax increase or another government program that causes more problems than it solves.”

• U.S. Rep. Mike Coffman (R-Aurora) “Unsurprisingly, we heard more plans for government spending and promises of “free stuff” from President Obama tonight, but not enough serious plans to help grow the middle class and cut the national debt that threatens future generations. I’m Coffman hoping the President sees the value of working with

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Man with post-polio syndrome skis again 81-year-old hits the slopes after 22 years of partial paralysis

By Christy Steadman

csteadman @coloradocommunitymedia.com In 1992, Severance Kelley hung up his skis and resigned himself to the fact he would never ski again.

The symptoms of post-polio syndrome — a paralysis that had spread to both legs — forced him to give up the only sport he enjoyed.

Until last April, that is, when the 81-yearold retired psychiatrist and war veteran who lives at Wind Crest in Highlands Ranch, was up on the mountain again, riding down on a seated ski apparatus.

“We went up, and I had a great time,” Kelley said, referring to his instructor at the National Sports Center for the Disabled in Winter Park. “I decided I’d have to do more of that.”

Post-polio syndrome is a condition that affects polio survivors years after recovery from an initial, acute attack of the polio virus. Kelley had polio as an infant. In 1990, he began to have difficulty lifting his right leg, he said, and eventually he also lost use of his left leg.

He self-diagnosed with post-polio syndrome somewhere around 1995, he said, which was validated by a neurologist in 1999.

The National Institutes of Health state “some individuals experience only minor symptoms, while others develop visible muscle weakness and atrophy.” Kelley is nearly paralyzed from the waist down, and uses an electric scooter to get around.

However, he has maintained upper-body strength through frequent exercise.

“My legs are very limited now,” Kelley said, but added that when he was skiing, he wasn’t really using his legs. “The snow and gravity does all the work.”

Kelley’s inspiration to start skiing again came after watching the Paralympic Games on television last winter.

“I was intrigued by what these people can do,” he said. He paid special attention to downhill skiing, and seeing the competitors’ accomplishments, he decided to contact the center in Winter Park.

“They said something along the lines of, `Come on up! You’ll have a ball!’ ” Kelley said.

People who participate in lessons with the center benefit in a variety of ways, said Becky Zimmermann, the center’s president and

Dr. Severance Kelley, an 81-year-old retired psychiatrist and war veteran with post-polio syndrome, went skiing again last April for the first time in 22 years. Pictured is Kelley on a Mountain Man bi-ski at the National Sports Center for the Disabled in Winter Park. Courtesy photos CEO. “The absolute No. 1 is that it builds selfconfidence and self-esteem,” she said, which is followed by increasing their ability and motivation. “We work with them, and their abilities, toward what they want to accomplish.”

Everybody who comes up has a stated goal, and everybody’s goal is different, Zimmermann said. For example, she said, a person who suffered a stroke may have a goal of using the left side of the body, or a child with a behavioral disability may have a goal of making a friend.

Kelley seemed to be less focused on a physical goal, but more on an emotional one, his instructor, Jeremiah Baltzer, said.

“Kind of to get back into the nostalgia of skiing,” Baltzer said, and added Kelley talked about his days of youth spent skiing. “I think we surpassed his goal.”

The two skied about seven or eight runs, with Kelley using a Mountain Man bi-ski. It has an upright seat situated on two skis with an air shock underneath.

“It provides a smooth, comfortable ride,” Baltzer said.

The equipment also includes two handheld outriggers similar to ski poles, which allows the skier to control speed and direction.

“You use the outrigger skis and lean your body left and right to steer,” Kelley said. “Toward the end, I was doing better because I was using my body for control.”

The instructors, on regular skis, tether themselves at the wrists to the bi-ski, which allows a secondary source for speed and control.

“I was a beginner on this apparatus,” Kelley said. “But by the end of the session, I was controlling it about 50 percent of the way.”

Kelley was born in West Virginia, and attended medical school at George Washington University in D.C. He was drafted into the Air Force when he was 31 and stationed in Utah. That’s when he took up skiing.

Kelley married his wife, Inez, an Air Force nurse, in 1965. In 1970, the couple moved to Colorado so Kelley, then retired from the Air Force, could pursue psychiatry work.

They had two children, one of whom grew up to love skiing as Kelley did.

And although skiing on the bi-ski is quite different than skiing with good legs, Kelley said he’s glad to be riding the ski lift and going down in the snow.

“I’ve seen what they do at the Paralympics, so I know it’s possible,” he said. “Maybe I’m not as good as the 20 or 30-year-olds, but it’s still fun to do.”

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William Arthur “Bill” Fife Decorated World War II Veteran, William Arthur “Bill” Fife, 95, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Jan. 1, 2015.

Originally from Corning, Iowa, Bill flew 34 successful B-17 missions in the European theater and then joined his wife, Mitzi (Mercer) Fife in Littleton, where they made their home for 66 years.

They are survived by their three children and spouses, and three grandchildren who also live in Colorado. A Celebration of Life and reception will be held at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Detura St., Jan. 31, 2015, 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Littleton United Methodist Church or The Captain Jason Dahl Scholarship Fund of which Bill was a charter member.

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informs all of our efforts, we can make substantial progress so that working Americans reap the benefit of their efforts.

“I am particularly pleased that the Obama Administration is working to unlock the potential of biomedical research breakthroughs. This topic is a focus of mine, and I look forward to working with everyone interested in finding new discoveries, improving people’s health, and saving lives.”

• Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper “In this State of the Union Address, the president made clear that he has put his focus on fortifying and expanding the middle class, while doing whatever we can to help cultivate high-paying jobs so that more Americans can earn their way into the middle class. That strategy Hickenlooper has been at the cornerstone of our economic blueprint for Colorado throughout the last four years, and as I mentioned in our State of the State just a few days ago, in Colorado, we will remain relentlessly committed to workforce development, education and job training.”

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For some, it’s often time to get down There is a bright golden haze on the meadow.

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Not like Rin Tin Tin. He was just a little guy who wasn’t wanted and then he was, and now he has a blanket in every room.

I look into his eyes every day, and just about all of the answers I need are right there.

That works for me, but it might not work for someone else.

Another thing that works for me is music. The opposite of hip-hop works for me.

Beethoven is infallible. I have outlived him by 10 years. He went deaf. I can listen to him over and over.

In off moments, I have thought about this: Why is there Beethoven and men who would go into a Nigerian community and slaughter children, and gloat?

I do not have an answer, and no cleric does either.

The bright golden haze might be a glass of water when you are thirsty.

Nothing more than that.

There is an inverted fountain on a college campus out west. Twenty-four hours a day, water flows over river rocks

into an off-center well.

The chancellor said that he didn’t want another fountain that “squirted water into the air.”

I used to sit next to the fountain and do nothing. I didn’t say anything. I just sat there.

The fountain was installed in 1968 just for me. I am sure of it.

Fifty years later, a friend of mine said, “Sometimes the best thing to do — is nothing.”

I think the friend was the fountain, following me to here.

Jennifer knows about the fountain. We have seen it together. And I asked her to bring me back to it. In a baggie.

Nope. This isn’t “Wuthering Heights.”

Life kicks at us and kicks us down.

Invariably and it’s inevitable. There may be a bright golden haze on the meadow for an hour or two.

But there are moments.

Hexe and I went for walks together, and one day I asked her to marry me.

There were wild strawberries.

Later on I watched “Wild Strawberries” in film class.

It looked familiar. I recommend it.

But here it is. Hexe was a dachshund, and I was 5.

Jennifer is supposed to take me back to the fountain, and nearby play “In My Life.”

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Clarity, determination key to reaching goals

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It was a very clear focus and spirit of determination that propelled the climbers to the summit of El Capitan. The free climb was the first in history on that steep wall in Yosemite National Park.

Teamwork and commitment with a very clear focus on winning the Super Bowl is what has brought the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks to the NFL’s most coveted game, which will be played on Feb. 1.

Remarkable work ethic, skill, and perseverance coupled with a laser focus on winning every event she competes in helped Lindsey Vonn establish herself in the record books as the all-time winner in Women’s World Cup racing events.

And it was clarity and focus that were the key factors in helping Margaret achieve her two goals, losing 50 pounds and giving up smoking. In her letter to me she said that she had been overweight for most of her life and she had been a smoker for more than 20 years.

Now Margaret may not have summited El Capitan during a free climb or made her way to the Super Bowl, and I confirmed that she never competed in a Women’s World Cup event, but she kept her eye on her own prize with intense clarity and focus. Her prize was reclaiming her health, and with courage and determination she pursued it vigorously until she reached her ideal weight and has officially become a non-smoker.

And, by the way, Margaret says she was following some of the goal setting ideas I have shared in this column over the

years.

You see, goal setting is not just for professional athletes or teams. Goal setting is not just for businesses and sales people, goal setting is for everyone. The enemies of goal achievement are mediocrity and complacency allowing us to settle into the world of the average and also-rans. And when we have no goal or target to focus on, how can we ever keep our eye on the prize?

If the enemies of goal achievement are mediocrity and complacency, it can be said that the friends of achieving our goals are excellence and focus. The pursuit of excellence in all that we do, and a very clear focus on why we want to do it.

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We all can play a role in fixing the debt “Blessed are the young, for they shall inherit the national debt.”

— Herbert Hoover While Congress and the president will find no shortage of issues that will require their attention, one that needs to be front and center is our nation’s crippling debt. While here in Colorado we have experienced low unemployment rates and a strong economic recovery, that doesn’t dampen the fact that this is a serious, crippling issue we must address.

While the federal budget deficit has decreased in the past few years, this decline follows an unprecedented increase in the deficit in prior years and remains high by historical standards. Today, public debt is more than 72 percent of our economy and is set to continue to rise, even with the economy poised to recover from the recent downturn. The Congressional Budget Office projects public debt will reach 78 percent of the economy by 2024. That is twice the historical average of 39 percent of the economy over the past 40 years.

In just 10 years from today, three-

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more physically fit person? Maybe there is an addiction or habit that we need to quit and release ourselves from the grip that they hold over our lives. Whatever

fourths of all federal spending will go to mandatory programs and interest on the debt. Higher federal debt translates into higher interest rates down the road and less capital available for small and midsize businesses to borrow and invest.

Families will then feel the effects of the rising debt as reduced investment can mean fewer jobs and lower wages while higher interest rates will make home, automobile, credit card, and even college loans more expensive.

Rutherford B. Hayes stated, “Let every man, every corporation, and especially let every village, town, and city, every county and state, get out of debt and keep out of debt. It is the debtor that is ruined by hard times.”

Under current laws and operating practices, public debt will exceed the size of the economy by the late 2030s. If Congress continues to act irresponsibly or continues the practice of avoidance or kick the can down the road, debt will reach even higher. As recently as 2007, debt was only 35 percent of the economy. The post-World War II average is about 40 percent. The growth in projected debt is due chiefly to the aging population and growing health care costs, resulting in increased Social Security and federal health spending.

By 2045, 100 percent of federal revenue will go toward our major entitlement programs and interest on the debt.

There will be opportunities this year to reach agreements on deals that improve our fiscal situation. Those need to be approached with strong bipartisan support and a clear understanding of the importance of getting our fiscal house in order. We can and should accept nothing less than Congress making reducing our national debt a top priority. Additionally, President Obama needs to make this part of his final years as POTUS — to reduce the debt and burden on this and

our goal is, whatever dream we are pursuing, we need to understand what it is and why we want it. The prize has to be clearly understood so that we can maintain our focused passion and our eyes upon that prize.

Once we have that focus, the “how” part of our planning comes into play. But first we have to have the commitment in our hearts and the mindset of dedication

in our heads before the strategies and tactics can be executed upon. Where our heads and our hearts go, our bodies will surely follow.

Goal setting doesn’t discriminate, it is not a special event for the privileged few.

Goal setting knows no age barriers and is open to everyone who has a dream.

What’s your dream?

Do you have a prize in mind? Is your

future generations.

The Campaign to Fix the Debt is a nonpartisan movement to put America on a better fiscal and economic path.

More information about the movement can be found at http://www.fixthedebt. org/. “... (A)voiding likewise the accumulation of debt, not only by shunning occasions of expense, but by vigorous exertions in time of peace to discharge the debts which unavoidable wars have occasioned, not ungenerously throwing upon posterity the burden which we ourselves ought to bear.”

— George Washington We need to be active in raising the issue, holding our elected officials accountable for failure to take action, and ensure candidates not only understand the importance of this debilitating issue but are willing to do something novel: Go to work on solving our national debt.

Jeff Wasden, a Highlands Ranch resident, is president of the Colorado Business Roundtable and a member of the Colorado State Steering Committee, Campaign to Fix the Debt.

eye clearly upon that prize? I would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@gmail. com, and when we stay passionately focused on that prize, 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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PIPING AND DANCING THE NIGHT AWAY

Denver and District Pipe Band entertained a crowd of 300 people Jan. 22 with a performance of bagpipers and drummers accompanied with Irish and Scottish/Highland dancers. The show was part of the Highlands Ranch Community Association’s Winter Cultural Series.

About 300 people filled the chapel at Cherry Hills Community Church Jan. 22 to see a show of bagpipes and Irish dancing — the second performance part of the Highlands Ranch Community Association’s Winter Cultural Series. The performers, Denver and District Pipe Band, included 22 bagpipers and drummers, and accompanying the music was the group’s dance sections of eight Irish and eight Scottish/Highland dancers. The show included an hour-and-a-half of traditional Irish and Highland music and dance, but the “Cotton-Eyed Joe” and the “Sailors’ Hornpipe” was thrown into the mix.

Audience members especially enjoyed the invite to sing along to “Amazing Grace.” The Winter Cultural Series has been presented for 12 years. The Denver and District Pipe Band performs about every other year. Tickets are still available for the series’ last two performances this year—ballet and modern dance on Feb. 5, and Broadway sings the classics on Feb. 19. Visit www.hrcaonline.org for more information.

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Campus grand opening scheduled Middle school, high school, leadership academy at facility

By Tom Munds

tmunds@colorado communitymedia.com What does a 21st-century high school look like?

The chance to visit Englewood’s answer to that question happens Feb. 7 during the ribbon cutting and tours of seventh- through 12thgrade campus TEC, The Englewood Campus.

The dedication and ribbon cutting for the newly completed complex at 3800 S. Logan St. will be held at 9:45 a.m. in Fisher Auditorium.

That will be followed at 11 a.m. by tours, refreshments and an open house.

“This campus is a tribute to the Englewood community members who stepped up, despite the bad economy, and said yes to the tax increase for money to create a 21stcentury school for the children of the community,” said Brian Ewert, school superintendent. “The proj-

The newly completed Englewood seventh- through 12-grade campus is up and running. On Feb. 7, officials will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony that will be followed by tours of the new facility. Photo by Tom Munds ect is everything we expected, and some parts of the campus are even more than we expected. Visiting the campus, I feel a sense of rejuvenation and excitement among students, staff and parents.”

The new campus is built on the former site of Englewood High School. The school and other buildings on the site were demolished, except that the project kept and refurbished Fisher Auditorium and

the Englewood Fieldhouse.

“I love the new campus, but it is also a little bittersweet because the school I remember is gone,” said Tammie Nickerson, 1997 EHS graduate. “I have children attending the new campus and they love it. So Pirate Pride remains, even though the old building is gone and has been replaced by a new, modern school. I think the new campus is a great addition to our community.”

The school district’s campus construction project became a reality when residents approved a $40 million bond issue in 2012. The district also received an $8 million state grant for the ambitious project.

Phase one involved demolition of the north portion of the school, including the auto shop, wood shop and swimming pool. When the demolition was completed,

crews constructed the new gymnasium and wing that will eventually be home to the middle school plus the cafeteria as well as the student commons areas.

Over the 2013 Thanksgiving holiday, high school and Englewood Leadership Academy classrooms and equipment were moved to the new wing so the remainder of the high school building could be demolished.

The second and final phase of the project was completed in December 2014. Over the holiday break, Englewood Middle School teachers moved their classrooms into the north wing of the campus and Englewood High School teachers moved their classrooms from the north wing to the newly completed high school facilities.

The third school on the campus, the Englewood Leadership Academy, moved into its permanent location on the new campus in 2013.

However, during creation of the new campus, Englewood Middle School was renovated and, when the middle school moved to the new campus, Colorado’s Finest Alternative High School moved to the building at 300 W. Chenango St.

Residents urge city to keep fire department Council weighs options that could include tax hike

By Tom Munds

tmunds @coloradocommunitymedia.com City council got what it asked for.

On Jan. 14, councilmembers urged residents to voice their concerns and comments about proposals for the future of fire protection in Englewood.

At the Jan. 21 city council meeting, 13 residents made comments about the recommendation to contract with Denver for fire protection and, since Jan. 14, the city had received a total of 85 emails.

The issue stems from the presentation at the Jan. 14 special city council study session in which City Manager Eric Keck cited three options for fire service for Englewood — maintaining the current department, contracting with South Metro Fire Rescue Authority or contracting with Denver Fire Department. He recommended contracting for fire protection with Denver Fire Department and for emergency medical service with Denver Health.

“I am a property owner here to support Englewood retaining its own fire department,” Sara Harkness told the council on Jan. 21.

“I will support a tax increase to keep the fire department and I would encourage others to vote for the tax increase.”

Every comment supported maintaining the department and the standing-room-only audience applauded each individual who spoke to the council.

During the Jan. 21 public comment period, resident Drew Gaiser told the council he was concerned about the level of rescue service proposed under the contract with Denver Health.

“I am an Englewood resident and I am a professional firefighter but I don’t work for Denver, South Metro or Englewood,” he said.

FIRE/RESCUE DOWN TO THREE OPTIONS On Jan. 14, City Manager Eric Keck talked about three options, maintaining the department, contracting for fire and rescue services with either South Metro Fire Rescue Authority or Denver Fire Department:

$505,000 plus an excess staffing cost of about $458,000 for the next three years, raising the cost of contracting with South Metro to about $20 million, which would require residents to approve a tax increase.

• In order to maintain and upgrade the Englewood Fire Depart-

• The city manager also talked about contracting with Denver Fire Department. The base cost would be about $4.75 million. Denver would only staff the Jefferson and Acoma stations. Englewood would remodel and modernize those stations at a cost of about $1 million.

ment, Keck’s presentation stated it would take a property tax increase to provide about $18 million above the annual $9.1 million operating budget needed to bring the Englewood Fire Department up to date. The money would be needed to upgrade and modernize the three fire stations and to replace aging fire trucks and paramedic vans.

• The base cost of contracting with South Metro would be about $6.5 million. But the authority would also require Englewood to rebuild all three fire stations. Additionally, the contract would require the city to pay a one-time consolidation cost of about

“In my experience, Denver Fire Department is focused on fire suppression and rescue. But, my concern is, under the contract, Denver Health would provide the emergency medical treatment and ambulance service with an expected response of nine minutes.”

He said Denver Fire Department’s expected response time is about the same as Englewood’s. However, Denver has emergency medical technicians on its fire equipment.

Gaiser said an EMT can only take medical history and provide oxygen. Other treatment would have to wait until the arrival of the paramedics with the ambulance that he said is predicted to have a nine-minute response time.

But Englewood maintains a fire-based emergency medical service. That means the fire equipment often has paramedics as part of the crew, plus the medical unit goes out on calls at the same time as the fire equipment so paramedics are on the scene more quickly.

Gaiser said the city should retain its fire department.

Julie Lonberg, marketing an communica-

Medical service would be provided by Denver Health. One Denver Health ambulance would be stationed inside the city plus another would be available 75 percent of the time. Patients would be transported to a hospital of their choice.

— Tom Munds tions officer for Denver Health, sent an email about Denver firefighters.

She stated Denver firefighters are certified EMT-basic which means they can administer basic life support until paramedics arrive.

Jeremy Letkomiller, a registered nurse at Swedish Medical Center, also raised concerns about the service Denver Health would provide Englewood residents.

“Denver Health doesn’t station an ambulance at a fire station,” he told the council.

“Also, it has been my experience that Denver paramedics are stretched thin and, if they are on a call when another call for service comes in, they will transfer the call to a private ambulance company which further lengthens the ambulance response time.”

He said Englewood needs to find the funds to keep its fire department.

Lonberg’s email said the nine-minute ambulance response time is for Denver and wouldn’t apply for Englewood. She said the draft proposal calls for Denver Health to have two ambulances in Englewood during the daytime and one in the city at night.

At the end of the public comment period, Mayor Randy Penn and the other councilmembers thanked all the people for attending the meeting.

The mayor said the council will continue to gather information and data about the options for the future of the fire department. He also urged residents to voice their opinions and comments about the issue.

He said residents will have another opportunity to make their comments in person at the Feb. 2 city council meeting or by calling and talking to members of the city council. He also said there is a form for comments on the fire department future on the city website at www.englewoodgov.org. He said residents can also send questions or comments by email to citycouncil@englewoodgov.org.

“A number of questions were raised tonight,” Mayor Pro Tem Linda Olson said. “The city staff will do the research to get answers and those answers will be posted on the city’s website.”

Councilmember Steve Yates said a lot of information was provided during the public comment period.

“We want the residents to be informed,” he said. “Please send in all your questions and they will be answered. We want you to know everything the members of the council know.”

At the Jan. 14 study session, Keck detailed the costs related to each option. He said maintaining and upgrading Englewood Fire Department facilities and equipment would require residents to approve a tax increase, as would contracting with South Metro for fire and rescue services. He said contracting with Denver would save the city money and would not require additional taxes.

The city manager then recommended Englewood contract with Denver Fire Department for fire protection and Denver Health for rescue services. He said the option was the most economically feasible, sustainable and could be done without asking residents to approve a tax increase.

Hearing set on TriCity Academy charter request Public hearing part of school board’s reconsideration of application

By Tom Munds

tmunds @coloradocommunitymedia.com The Englewood School Board will take the next step Feb. 3 in the state-ordered reconsideration of the board’s denial of the TriCity Academy Charter School application.

The agenda for the Feb. 3 Englewood School Board meeting included a public hearing on the charter reconsideration. The agenda also calls for the board to vote that night on whether to approve the charter.

The board will meet at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 3 in the Venue, which is located at The Englewood Campus, 3800 S. Logan St. The state set the process, said Rick Gillit, academy applicant. As part of the process, the academy attorney was to respond to questions from the district’s attorney, and the district was to respond to the academy questions. That is now underway, he said.

“We will be at the meeting,” Gillit said.

“We hope the vote will approve our charter school application. If that doesn’t happen and we think the board will again deny the application, we are prepared to once again appeal the ruling to the state board of education.”

The board unanimously denied the TriCity Academy application to establish a charter school within the school district boundaries, said Duane Tucker, school board

president.

“We originally denied the academy charter application, the academy appealed and the state board of education ordered us to reconsider the application,” the school board president, said. “The reconsideration order included directions on what we were do as part of the reconsideration. We are in that process now.”

He said, on Feb. 3, the board could make one of three decisions, approving the application, approving the application with conditions or denying the application.

“If we approve the application the district will begin negotiations with academy representatives on the details around granting the charter,” Tucker said. “If we approve the application with conditions, the district then will begin negotiations about the conditions.”

If the board again disapproves the application, the academy can again appeal the decision to the state school board, he said.

The Englewood School Board’s Feb. 3 decision will determine the next step in the process.

If the board approves the charter application, TriCity Academy can move forward with plans to get the new school up and running by August.

However, if the Englewood School Board denies the application or approves it with conditions, the academy can appeal that action to the Colorado Board of Education.

The process will be the same as the academy’s appeal of Englewood’s denial of the charter application to the state board that culminated in the Jan. 7 hearing where the state board ordered Englewood to reconsider the application.

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State rep looks to ban powdered alcohol Proposed bill would block sales until rules take shape

By Amy Woodward

awoodward @coloradocommunitymedia.com The introduction of powdered alcohol is raising concern across the nation, and Colorado is joining other states in attempts to ban the substance through legislation until lawmakers and state officials get a handle on it.

Powdered alcohol, dubbed Palcohol after the company that manufactures the product, has set some politicians in a frenzy.

Concerns have only increased since the federal Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau rescinded its approval for the substance in April 2014.

Since that time, lawmakers have assembled to block the sale of Palcohol in liquor stores.

Already, eight states such as Alaska and Delware have banned the product, with Illinois and Wisconsin legislators proposing bills to do this same this session.

Since it is a powder, Palcohol falls outside the liquid alcohol regulations in Colorado, said Rep. JoAnn Windholz, R-Commerce City, who is sponsoring a bill to temporarily ban its sale in the state until Colorado enacts regulations for it.

On Monday, members of the

House State Veterans and Military Committee voted 9-2 for the temporary ban.

“It’s important we try to get out in front of this and be proactive,” Windholz said.

In Windholz’s bill, she is also seeking an FDA approval before powdered alcohol is sold.

“We don’t know about powdered alcohol,” said Jeanne McEvoy, of the Colorado Licensed Beverage Association. “More information needs to be known about it. It is ripe for abuse.”

Some of the unknowns include the amount of alcohol by volume, McEvoy added. Once properly regulated, though, McEvoy said she would like to see powdered alcohol make it to market.

Concerns over accessibility to kids, spiking drinks and smuggling the powder onto airplanes and in nightclubs have been some of the arguments for why states should ban the item.

The creator of Palcohol, Mark Phillips, stated in a YouTube video that public fears over the misuse of the product are false and urges the public to make up its own mind “versus getting caught up in the hysteria.”

“Powdered alcohol is a revolutionary new product that has so many positive uses,” Phillips told Colorado Community Media. “Banning it will do more harm than good. We know Prohibition doesn’t work.”

Phillips argues that aside from Palcohol’s convenient uses,

in which water is used to mix the powder in a 4-inch by 6-inch packet, hotels in Hawaii have expressed interest in Palcohol to cut down on costs when shipping.

Some airlines have expressed interest in the product as well, said Phillips, who is also in favor of states taxing and regulating the product.

“Banning powdered alcohol will create a black market for it and the state will lose all control of how it will be distributed,” he said.

The bill has been assigned to the House State, Veterans and Military Affairs Committee.

Board urges plane locator technology Cost is barrier to idea that would prevent lost craft

By Joan Lowy

Associated Press After incidents in which airliners vanished, U.S. accident investigators recommended Jan. 22 that all passenger planes making long flights over water carry improved technology that will allow them to be found more readily in the event of a crash.

Responding in part to the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines flight 370 carrying 239 passengers and crew last March, the National Transportation Safety Board said that could be accomplished with transmitters that broadcast a plane’s location minute by minute via satellite, or that send a location message just before

a crash.

Another recommendation was for floating emergency transmitters that can identify where to search for wreckage on the bottom of the ocean.

The board also asked the government to require that planes be equipped with cockpit video recorders and that their recordings, as well as flight data and video recorders, be designed so flight crews can’t tamper with them.

But cost may be a big barrier to the recommendations. Missing planes are rare, and none of the recent ocean crashes in which planes were hard to find involved U.S. airliners.

The Federal Aviation Administration often has a hard time justifying new regulations unless it can show that the value of saved lives outweighs the cost to the industry.

The NTSB said the technology is avail-

able to accomplish its recommendations.

Many airliners already have flight-tracking devices.

The Malaysia Airlines Boeing 777, which is still missing, was equipped with a digital data-link system that can be configured to automatically report aircraft position periodically to a ground station via satellite.

But the airline wasn’t paying for that service when the plane disappeared.

Air France Flight 447, which crashed into the Atlantic Ocean on June 1, 2009, killing 228 passengers and crew, also had such a system, and it was in use.

However, it was configured to report the plane’s position once every 10 minutes.

Given the plane’s speed and altitude, this resulted in a search area of 40 nautical miles from its last reported position.

“Such a large area made the search

much more challenging,’’ the board said in a letter to the FAA. If the plane had reported its position every minute, the search area could have been reduced to a 6-nautical-mile radius, the board said.

Even though some wreckage was discovered within days, it took two years before Flight 447’s black boxes were recovered. In 2011, Air France modified its data-link communications systems on long-haul planes to report their position every minute.

Other options include systems that periodically transmit their identification, current position, altitude and speed to air traffic controllers and other aircraft using satellite links. The FAA has required that all U.S. airliners be equipped with such systems by 2020 as it transitions from a radar-based air traffic control system to one based on satellite technology.

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A commercial aircraft crashed in a Centennial neighborhood near East Arapahoe and South Jordan roads Dec. 30, narrowly missing a home. The plane was registered to Key Lime, which just had another plane crash, this time in Kansas. Photo by Christy Steadman

A second plane from Key Lime Air crashes Nonfatal incident in Kansas follows flight that ended in pilot’s death last month in Centennial Staff and wire report For the second time in less than a month, a plane registered to Key Lime Air has crashed. This time, the pilot escaped injury when a freight plane crashed Jan. 21 in northwest Kansas, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol.

Key Lime Air is based at Centennial Airport. On Dec. 30, a twin-engine Cessna 404 crashed in a residential area of Centennial, killing the pilot. In that crash, engine trouble was reported shortly after takeoff from Centennial Airport.

Nine days later, Key Lime reported engine problems with another plane, a “leased aircraft conducting a cargo flight,” according to a company news release. That aircraft was able to return to Centennial Airport without incident.

The Jan. 21 crash was reported about 9 a.m. No passengers were on board and no one on the ground was injured.

Kansas Highway Patrol Trooper Tod Hileman said the plane, which took off at Denver International Airport, was carrying UPS cargo when it went down near Goodland, Kan. “Key Lime Air confirms that one of our twin-engine cargo airplanes experienced an unexpected anomaly in flight,” the company said in a news release. “The flight was operated with a single pilot and no passengers.

“Key Lime Air will be conducting a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the anomaly. The safety of our pilots and customers is of the utmost importance; Key Lime Air is participating in the investigation with the FAA and NTSB.” The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating both the Dec. 30 and Jan. 21 incidents. It could take up to 10 months for the final reports.

Key Lime Air, founded in 1997, offers both cargo and passenger air services.

According to the company’s website, “Key Lime Air owns, operates and maintains it’s entire fleet of aircraft enabling the company to effectively control its stringent operational and maintenance programs to the highest standards.”

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Jean Chrest, of Castle Rock, and Jeanie Barry, of Denver, pose for a picture on the stairway at the Highlands Ranch Mansion during the Dames of Downton event put on by the Douglas County Libraries Jan. 25.

Chrest made both gowns the ladies are wearing, patterned from authentic mid920’s ladies’ attire.

Photos by Christy Steadman

Telling the tales of

American heiresses ‘Downton Abbey’ event held at Highlands Ranch Mansion

By Christy Steadman

csteadman @coloradocommunitymedia.com Carol Wallace has never strayed far from the 19th century, she said.

And Wallace, of New York, brought her knowledge of the ladies of the time to the Highlands Ranch Mansion on Jan. 25 for the Dames of Downton event, put on by the Douglas County Libraries.

“The ‘Downton Abbey’ factor is like magic,” Wallace said. “What’s not to love about an event that you get all dressed up for? You sort of get to play make-believe.”

The three-hour event attracted about 200 fans, many in period clothing, of the awardwinning PBS television series “Downton Abbey” to hear Wallace present the stories of American heiresses featured in her book, “To Marry an English Lord: Tales of Wealth and Marriage, Sex and Snobbery.”

Wallace’s nonfiction book recounts the tales of these ladies who decided to trade their fortune for title and estate. They traveled overseas to marry British dukes, earls, barons and knights.

“The subject matter is fascinating,” said the libraries’ program and events supervisor, Kerri Morgan.

And it ties in with the show, she added, because it demonstrates the “nature of the matriarch of the ‘Downton Abbey’ families.”

These American girls went to England

Author Carol Wallace, left, signs a copy of her book, “To Marry an English Lord: Tales of Wealth and Marriage, Sex and Snobbery,” for Littleton resident, Maryalyce Allery.

Jewish Film Festival back for 19th year The Mizel Arts and Culture Center will host the 19th Annual Denver Jewish Film Festival at the Elaine Wolf Theatre at the Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center, 350 S. Dahlia St. in Denver, from Feb. 4-15.

“This year’s festival features a variety of films that any movie lover will enjoy,” said Steve Wilson, executive artistic director for the MACC. “Many of the films have won prestigious awards and critics’ praise, and 11 out of 28 are directed by women.”

The 2015 Denver Jewish Film Festival, sponsored by Wagner Wealth Management, will kick off on Feb. 4 with a party celebrating this year’s festival honoree Kathy Neustadt and a screening of the Jewish family comedy “It Happened in Saint-Tropez.”

The two-week festival will feature 28 films, many of which have been nominated for and won Ophir Awards, the Israeli equivalent of the Academy Awards. This will be the first time some of the featured films will be screened in Denver. Producer Nancy Spielberg will speak at the screening of her much-buzzed-about film “Above and Beyond” on Feb. 5. Sister of famous director Steven Spielberg, Nancy is a documentarian who produced this film about the creation of the Israeli Air Force.

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Author Carol Wallace tells the stories of a few American heiresses featured in her book, “To Marry an English Lord: Tales of Wealth and Marriage, Sex and Snobbery” at the Dames of Downton event, which drew a crowd of about 200 people. with a huge dowry, Wallace said, which, after marriage, would often be invested in the estate of an English aristocrat.

Many came from new money, and they weren’t desired by the American aristocratic men, Wallace said. Perhaps their manners were not polished, she said, and they were not socially accepted.

“American girls were chatty (and) very pretty,” Wallace said. “These girls, who were nobody in New York, were now dancing at court balls (in England).”

“Downton Abbey,” exemplifies this with Cora Crawley, also known as the Countess of Grantham, Wallace said. Cora arrived in England as a young lady in the late 1880s.

“She was pretty, from Ohio, and had lots of money,” she said. She met Robert Grantham, they marry, and he inherits her dowry, Wallace said.

The trend began about 1874 with the buccaneers, the first wave of American girls to go, Wallace said.

Then, in 1880, came the self-made girls who were extremely rich and well-dressed.

One of their outfits could cost up to $20,000, Wallace said.

In about the 1890s came the American aristocratic girls, she said. “These girls grew up thinking they’re the cream of the crop.”

The trend ended around the beginning of WWI, Wallace said.

“The first World War changed everything,” she said. “So many men died in the war. This

changed the whole social scene.”

However, by 1914, Wallace said, at least 17 percent of English aristocrats had some lineage tie to the United States.

Wallace’s book is co-authored by Gail MacColl, who spent six months in England doing research for the book.

It was originally published in 1989, and “it had a nice life” by the time it went out of print, as all books do, Wallace said.

At some point near the second season of “Downton Abbey,” Julian Fellowes, the creator of the show, gave an interview for an English newspaper, Wallace said.

He mentioned the book served as an inspiration, so it went back into print, Wallace said.

A press release on the book’s re-publication quotes Fellowes as saying the book is “‘a marvelous and entertaining study of the American girls who came over to England, mostly between 1890 and 1914, to marry into the British aristocracy.’”

Having been originally built in 1891, with expansions and an eventual renovation to become an English manor by 1926, the Highlands Ranch Mansion is a “perfect location” to hold the event because it is from the time period, Morgan said.

Wallace has given the lecture all over the country, she said.

But it’s “always much more fun to do it in a grand, historic place,” Wallace said.

Although the Super Bowl won’t be super for Denver Broncos fans, you can make the most of the New England-Seattle gridiron battle with special events at local sports bars.

The Tavern Hospitality Group is throwing Ultimate Super Bowl Parties at two locations: The Soiled Dove Underground and Tavern Downtown from 3:30 p.m. until a half-hour after the game ends on Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 1.

Football lovers can enjoy all-you-can-eat buffets including pizza, wings, chili, sliders and more at either The Soiled Dove Underground or Tavern Downtown. Also included are unlimited Bud and Bud Light drafts and well drinks. Free square pools will be available with winnings after every quarter and raffle prizes will be given throughout the game. The cost for each party is $35 per person in advance and $40 at the door.

At The Soiled Dove Underground, the game will be projected on three six-foot movie screens. There are more than 60 HDTVs at Tavern Downtown.

To book tickets in advance for $35, visit www.ticketfly.com/event/766867 for The Soiled Dove Underground party or www. ticketfly.com/event/766881 for the Tavern Downtown party.

Both ViewHouse locations, downtown and in Centennial, are game-day headquarters with food, drinks and lots of prizes.

Kick off your pregame festivities at 10 a.m. at ViewHouse Centennial (7101 S. Clinton St., Centennial) with unlimited tailgate buffets, drink specials, 46 flat screens and a 200-inch high definition television — the largest of its kind in any bar or restaurant in Denver.

Tickets are $28.95 for four hours of food and fun.

The ViewHouse downtown (2015 Market Street) is throwing a tailgate party, including a DJ, prizes and a special tailgate menu including brisket sliders, taco stand and wings.

Prizes awarded every quarter include Parker continues on Page 16

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Sweet sounds slated for Englewood show Colorado Symphony members will showcase their versatility playing music of Mozart and Saint-Saens in a chamber concert at 2 p.m. Feb. 14 at Hampden Hall, in Englewood Civic Center, 1000 Englewood Parkway.

Harpist Ann-Marie Liss and Brook Ferguson, CSO principal flute will perform with members of the string and wind sections in Mozart’s “Dissonance” Quartet, No. 19 in C Major K.465 and in Saint-Saens’ “Fantasie for Violin and Harp.” Tickets $20/$15 (free under 18), available one hour prior to concert.

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Young people take stage “The Secret Garden: The Musical,” adapted from the beloved children’s book by Frances Hodgson Burnett, will be presented by CYT, Christian Youth Theatre, at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree, on Feb. 5-8. The cast includes young actors ages 8 to 18, who participate in after school drama programs.

Performances: 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Feb. 5; 7 p.m. Feb. 6 and 7; 2 p.m. Feb. 7, 8.

Tickets cost $16/$13, $10 for school performance at 10 a.m. cytdenver. org/shows.

Show at Elements 5280 Leon Loughridge, Peggy Judy and Tony Hochstetler, all included in the 2015 Coors Western Art Exhibit, will show their art at Elements 5280 Gallery, 5940 S. Holly St., Greenwood Village. Included: Loughridge’s “Calendar Series” watercolors and woodblocks; Judy’s newest acrylics of animals; and new bronzes and photographs by Hochstetler. 303-804-5280, elements5280.com.

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O’Toole’s Garden Shop in Littleton, on Federal Boulevard south of Belleview, will hold an Early Spring Garden Show on Jan. 31 and Feb. 7, with model gardens, classes, demonstrations and more, according to a note from the Littleton Garden Club

On Vintage stage “Other Desert Cities” by Jon Robin Saltz plays through March 1 at Vintage Theatre, 1468 Dayton St., Aurora. Bernie Cardell is director of this family tale. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays; 2:30 p.m. Sundays.

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The Littleton Symphony will feature pianist Hsing-ay Hsu in a concert at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 13 at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St., Littleton. She will perform Rachmaninoff’s “Piano Concerto No. 2.”

Also on the program: music by Barber, Gershwin, Bernstein and Berlin.

Tickets: $15/$12, free 21 and under, littletonsymphony.org or at Gorsett’s Violin Shop, 8100 S. Quebec, B 206, Centennial. 303-933-6824, info@littletonsymphony.org.

Tots time Inside the Orchestra will partner with Central City Opera and Kim Robards Dance Company for a series of six Tiny Tots Inside the Orchestra concerts, including shows in the south metro area at 9:30 and 10:45 a.m. on Feb. 9 at The Wildlife Experience, 10035 S. Peoria St., Parker. Tickets cost $9.95 per person. For information about other locations and to purchase tickets, visit insidetheorchestra.org/ tiny-tots-events.

Smell the flowers The annual Colorado Garden and Home Show will be held Feb. 7-15 at the Denver Convention Center downtown, with blooming gardens, classes and numerous vendors’ displays. Park

Golden show “The Cripple of Inishman” by Irish playwright Martin McDonagh plays Jan. 30 through March 8 at Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington, Golden.

Directed by Len Matheo,

it runs at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 6 p.m. Sundays. (No show Feb. 1 and 14—2 p.m. only on March 8.) Tickets: 303-935-3044, minersalley.com.

Molly Ivins returns “Red Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins” by Margaret and Allison Engel, starring the excellent Rhonda Brown, will return to the local stage for 14 performances: Feb. 12 to March 15 at the Aurora Fox, 9900 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora.

Richard Pegg of Highlands Ranch is directing and

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Rachmaninoff to ragtime

Classical pianist Hsing-Ay Hsu will perform Rachmaninoff’s “Piano Concerto No. 5” with the Littleton Symphony on Feb. 13. Courtesy photo at Coors Field for $5 and take the free shuttle.

Noel to speak in Littleton

Tom Noel, “Dr. Colorado,” will present stories and photos about the South Platte River — history and rebirth and future plans — at 7 p.m.

Feb. 10 at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. 303-795-3961.

Art workshop set

The Heritage Fine Arts Guild will host a workshop with Carol Rodriguez from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Feb. 7 at Littleton First Presbyterian Church, 1609 W. Littleton Blvd. Artists will use acrylic paints and a variety of papers to create handmade greeting cards or one larger mixed-media piece. See the HFAG website for suggested materials to bring, heritage-guild.com. Rodriguez will bring a variety of papers.

Fee: $50 non-members/$30 members.

Contact Beatrice Drury, btdrury@q. com or 303-796-8110 to reserve a space.

CURTAIN TIME

Parker Sales Deadline: February 12, 2015

— which meets regularly at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month at the Littleton Public Schools administration center, 5776 S. Crocker St. in Littleton, and welcomes guests and new members. Perfect timing as gardeners grow restless in mid-winter.

an outdoor grill, portable fire pit, dartboard cabinet and culminate in a Grand Prize 58” LCD HD TV. More info: www. viewhouse.com.

Cart-Driver completes space

Cart-Driver, in Denver’s RiNo neighborhood, completed its indoor/outdoor private dining space. Overlooking the interior courtyard of 25th and Larimer’s reclaimed shipping container complex, Cart-Driver can host seated or reception-style events of up to 25 people.

In the summer, the room’s all-weather canvas windows can be removed, transforming it to a transitional indoor/outdoor venue.

“Since opening, we’ve been busy — and fortunate — enough to be able to fill more seats than have always been available,” said partner Andrew Birkholz. “With the transition of the restaurant’s rear outdoor space to an indoor/ outdoor private dining area, we’re able

producing. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays; 2 p.m.

Sundays. Tickets: $28/$24, 303-739-1970, aurorafoxartscenter.org.

The Ephrons “Love, Loss and What I Wore,” with excerpts from the writings of Nora and Delia Ephron about being a woman, will be presented by an ensemble of actresses at 2 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Cherokee Castle and Ranch, 6113 Daniels Park Road, Sedalia. Tickets: $30, includes a mini tour. Doors open at 1 p.m.

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to provide more seats to patrons yearround, as well as the flexibility and privacy of a private dining room.”

Cart-Driver recently expanded hours and menus to offer lunch, as well as “Before & After” happy hour and late night menus, and has also implemented a direct-ship oyster program with Washington-based Hama Hama oysters. The naturally grown and hand-harvested oysters, available directly from the sea to Cart-Driver guests’ plates in one day, join the restaurant’s premium woodfired pizzas, seasonal market plates and signature campfire vanilla soft serve.

For more information, go to www. cart-driver.com.

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Stories on Stage “Red, White and Sometimes Blue,” the Feb. 8 Stories on Stage presentation, is about people who have come to America from other lands.

A collaboration with the Center for Digital Storytelling, it is presented at 1:30 and 6:30 p.m. at Su Teatro Cultural Center, 721 Santa Fe Drive, Denver. Readers: Rodney Lizcano, Cajardo Lindsey, Mahira Kakkar and Jessica Robbins. Tickets: $28/$15 student, 303-494-0523, storiesonstage.org.

Masri will treat you and your valentine to a songbook of love songs from all over the world and a champagne intermission.

Masri has a jaw-dropping vocal range and brings audiences to their feet. Tickets range from $36 to $60. Tickets may be purchased online at www.lonetreeartscenter.org or by calling 720-509-1000 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Overheard

Try a little tenorness

Eavesdropping on a man talking about corporate phrases that would not work at home: “Having a sit-down dinner with the whole family on Sunday night really improves our ecosystem.”

It’s never too early to book a date night with your valentine. For something different, consider a romantic Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14 for those who forgot) evening with tenor Mark Masri at 8 p.m. at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St. The Boston Globe says the Canadian tenor is “melting the hearts of female audience members like warm chocolate.”

Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, businesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for Blacktie-Colorado.com. You can subscribe and read her columns (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) at www.blacktie-colorado.com/pennyparker. She can be reached at penny@blacktiellc.com or at 303-619-5209.

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The Parker Arts, Culture and Events Center opened in fall 2011. Photo by Chris Michlewicz

Arts scene grows at feverish PACE Parker taps into thirst for education programs, national acts

By Chris Michlewicz

cmichlewicz @coloradocommunitymedia.com More than three years after opening its doors, the Parker Arts, Culture and Events Center is riding a growing wave of popularity and finding its niche in the regional arts community.

A quick look at the figures tells the story: In 2009, when the Mainstreet Center was the only viable performing arts venue in Parker, revenue from ticket sales was a paltry $13,847. Because of the addition of the PACE Center and the formation of several theater production groups, that number is expected to be around $820,000 in 2015, according to the town’s budget.

Ticket sales went from 31,093 in 2013 to 42,292 last year, a 36 percent increase despite the addition of only four shows.

That means the number of seats sold per show “went up significantly,” said Elaine Mariner, cultural director for the Town of Parker.

A portion of the growth is due to the scheduling of national touring acts like Clint Black and Rosanne Cash, but Mariner attributes much of the year-overyear increase between 2013 and 2014 to the hiring of education manager Kirstin Fletcher last January.

Education programming is “growing by leaps and bounds,” particularly since the creation of the student matinee program, Mariner said. It involves schoolteachers and incorporates lesson plans into productions like “Harry the Dirty Dog.” It brought approximately 2,600 students to the main stage theater in 2014.

Detailed research and outreach via teacher surveys has further defined programming at PACE. It was Fletcher who was charged with taking a strategic look at classes and potential shows.

“Parker has for a long time offered quality and popular arts education programming, but we weren’t being strategic about what the trends were,” Mariner said. “We Mariner were sort of offering the same things year in and year out.”

The matinees have brought a youthful energy to the PACE Center.

“By far my favorite part of my job is being inside the theater when there are

500 kids in there and they’re just ecstatic to be in the building and entranced by what they see,” Fletcher said.

The types of PACE Center shows and events are determined by a committee, and recent additions like free patio parties and classes that introduce children to theater performance skills like stage fighting, have grown in popularity.

PACE leaders also plan to further develop the Discovery series, a $5-per-class program that invites families to learn about a range of subjects. In 2014, on separate nights, the arts facility hosted a bat expert, an instructor who taught the finer points of beekeeping, and the Butterfly Pavilion, which brought live insects. This year, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science is bringing a portable planetarium to the PACE Center and also exploring the world — of model rocketry Performances held with local families.

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Between revenue from ticket sales, education registrations, rentals, concessions, grants, individual contributions and corporate sponsorships, total revenue was up 25 percent last year.

Despite the rise in income, however, overall revenue covered roughly 62 percent of expenditures in 2014. But it’s far better than the industry average of 50

percent, Mariner says. The Town of Parker provided a $1 million subsidy for the PACE Center in 2014 and the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District kicked in $200,000.

“No performing arts center is self-sufficient,” Mariner says.

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The attention to trends and interests across different demographics has resulted in a 20 percent increase in class enrollment, and the number of classes offered at the PACE Center jumped by 50 percent.

Word is getting out about Parker’s “crown jewel for arts” because of good programming, effective marketing and a “community that has discovered how truly great the PACE Center is,” said Diane Roth, chairwoman of the Parker Cultural and Scientific Commission, which acts as a citizen advisory board to the town’s cultural staff.

The PACE Center is also on the radar for couples looking to tie the knot.

The venue hosted 26 weddings last year, and that number is expected to rise. A new pergola, water feature and flowers now complement captivating mountain

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Foothills Art Center turns to book art ‘Beyond Words’ exhibit is first for Golden facility

By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe @coloradocommunitymedia.com Although there have been exhibits of beautifully illustrated and hand-bound books for hundreds of years, book art is a somewhat new concept for a show in the arts and fine crafts world.

“Beyond Words: Contemporary Book Art” is a first for the busy Foothills Art Center and includes not only premier bookbinders, but detailed sculptures and monumental installations involving books in the exhibit, juried by book artist Alicia Bailey, owner of Abecedarian Gallery in Denver’s Santa Fe Arts District.

“Beyond Words” runs through March 22 in Foothills’ main gallery at 809 15th St. in Golden.

Foothills invited established artists Brian Dettmer, Monique Lallier, Adele Outtridge, Susan Porteous and Claire Van Vleit to exhibit. Next, 40 artists were selected through a highly competitive jurying process.

Dettmer is a New York artist known for his book carvings and sculptures made from books and other forms of antiquated media. He is quoted on his website: “The medium’s role transforms. Its content is recontextualized and new meanings or interpretations emerge.”

Monique Lallier is a world-renowned designer bookbinder and Susan Porteus creates sculptures with books.

Related events: • March 4, 11, 18, 25 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Handmade Books workshop with instructor Pam Fortner. The cost of $165 public/$150 members includes all materials.

• March 8, 2-4 p.m. “Hands-On Artists Books,” lecture by juror Alicia Bailey.

Free. Limited capacity.

Register for both at foothillsartcenter. org.

“Flock” by Susan Porteous is included in “Beyond Words: Contemporary Book Art at Foothills Art Center in Golden. Courtesy photos

LEFT: “Aviary” by Susan Lowdermilk is included in “Beyond Words: Contemporary Book Art” exhibit at Foothills Art Center in Golden. ABOVE: “Wax Chrysalis” by Lindsay Dunnagan is in the “Beyond Words: Contemporary Book Art” exhibit at Foothills Art Center in Golden.

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Photugraph by Sammy Baloji, Untitled # 13 Series: Memoire, archival digital photograph on satin matte paper, 2006. Courtesy of the CVA

Exhibition looks at changes in Africa Numerous artists take part in CVA show

IF YOU GO CVA is located at 965 Santa Fe Drive, Denver. 303-2945207. Admission is free.

By Sonya Ellingboe

sellingboe @coloradocommunitymedia.com “Spatial Stories: Topographies of Change in Africa” runs Feb. 6 to April 4 at the Center for Visual Arts, CVA, in the Santa Fe Arts District, and brings cultural visions of today’s African city artists — in photographic techniques.

Artists come from Algeria, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Mozambique, South Africa and Tunisia, each with a different and unique narrative of Africa as they experience it today.

The title comes from the writings of French Jesuit scholar Michel de Certeau, according to CVA director Cecily Cullen.

“In his 1980 book ‘The Practice of Everyday Life,’ he discusses the concepts of strategies and tactics. De Certeau asserts that corporations, governments, cartographers and

those in power practice strategies when they create cities; abstract ideas that do not correspond to the practices of those who walk the cities. … Walkers appropriate the topographical system.”

This notion is applied to Africa, “a continent which has been created by corporations, governments and colonized via maps; and the artists as narrators that subvert this abstract, totalizing image of Africa.”

The exhibit is curated by Leila Armstrong, Metropolitan State University visiting faculty in art history, theory and criticism; Cecily Cullen, CVA creative director; and Susanne Mitchell, visiting artist in residence at Greatmore Studios, Cape Town, South Africa.

Participating artists include: • Ismail Bahri, Tunisia, with a video work, “Orientations,” about a wandering stroll in

AREA CLUBS

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Professional

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION

of University Women, LittletonSouth Metro 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 the second Monday of each month, September through May, at Southglenn Library, Vine and University, Centennial. Social time is followed by business meeting and informative speakers on variety of subjects. Call Linda Joseph at 303-794-8630.

AMERICAN BUSINESS

Women’s Association meets on the second Wednesday each month at 6:30 p.m. welcoming women, working or not, to Success Chapter programs for success and positive living. Call Lori Smith at 303-6883100 ext. 360 or e-mail loris@intermountain-rea.com for upcoming speakers and events at Marriott Denver South, 10345 Park Meadows Drive, Littleton.

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.

CERTUS PROFESSIONAL

Network meets for its Littleton networking event from 9:30-11 a.m. the

fourth Thursday of the month at Panera Bread, 3702 River Point Parkway, Littleton.

Build your network, grow your business, network less. Our events are structured to connect professionals with the resources, power partners and leaders to expand their business and the business of others. Open to all industries, includes 30 minutes of open networking and organized introductions to the group. Cost: $12 non-CERTUS members at the door. First participants pay half price. RSVP not required. More info about CERTUS™ Professional Network at http:// www.CertusNetwork.com.

CONTACTS UNLIMITED is a business and professional leads group that meets at Courtesy Ford, 8252 S. Broadway, Littleton in the meeting room on the first, second, and third Thursday of every month.

Meeting time is 8-9:15 a.m. Visitors are welcome. Call Jenifer at 303-221-6550.

LITTLETON LETIP meets from 7-8:30 a.m. every Tuesday for breakfast at Egg and I, 2360 W. Belleview Ave., to exchange qualified business leads. Call Bob Hier Jr. 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.

WOMEN INVESTMENT

Group Master Mind Group meets to empower all women to build a real financial freedom through the power of real estate in any market condition. We network,

share ideas, leads, resources and encourage each other. We meet once a month. For meeting information, call Lorena 303-9816539 or e-mail WomenInvestmentGroup@ comcast.net.

Recreation

LADIES GOLF League at Raccoon Creek Golf Course, Littleton, is accepting new members. Call 303-973-4653.

MEADOWS WOMEN’S Golf League offers relaxing Tuesday mornings of friendly golf for ladies at the Meadows Golf Course, 6937 S. Simms St., near Ken-Caryl Ranch. The league plays 18 holes weekly from mid-April to mid-October. This fun group competes for prizes while playing from the red tees. Afterward, lunch can be ordered on the patio overlooking the course.

Call Laura at 303-526-9598.

REC AND Rock for ages 10-14 meets from 7-11 p.m. every first and third Saturdays at the Goodson Recreation Center in Littleton. The cost is $6. Call 303-798-2476 ext. 11.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN Basketball Academy club, expert training for youth basketball players grades fifth through 12th meets twice per week and operates all year. Play in leagues and tournaments. Send inquiries to ronkburgin@yahoo.com.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN Woodturning Club meets at 6 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month in the basement of Rockler Woodworking Store, 2553 S. Colorado Blvd.

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the city of Tunis.

• Sammy Baloji, Lumbumbashi, Democratic Republic of Congo. His photography explores ethnography, architecture and urbanism, through a lens of the Congolese past.

• Dineo Seshee Bopape, Polokwane, South Africa. She has an MFA from Columbia and her video explores memory, time, space, narration, trauma, displacement and nonsense.

• Bruno Hadjih, Algeria. His photographic series, “Terra Incognita,” reveals the Sahara Desert as a “living desert.”

• Pieter Hugo, Johannesburg, South Africa. His photographic series, “Permanent Error,” look at the mass of discarded electronics in Ghana and its detrimental effects.

• Mario Macilau, Maputo, Mozambique.

He traded his mother’s cell phone for his first camera and records the living and environmental conditions affecting isolated groups.

• Santu Mofokeng, Johannesburg, South Africa. The award-winning artist photographs billboards in urban landscapes and the absurdities they highlight.

• Mikhael Subotzky, Cape Town, South Africa. Presents the relationship between social storytelling and the formal contingencies of image making.

• Mwangi Hutter (Ingrid Mawangi, Nairobi, Kenya; Robert Hutter, Ludwigshafen, Germany). The work, “Single Entities,” a three-channel video installation, features costumes influenced by places of business in Ouakam, Dakar.

• Wangechi Mutu, Nairobi, Kenya. Her work presents her contemplation on race and gender and her experience in the Diaspora.

• Guy Tillim, Johannesburg, South Africa. A freelance photographer, he considers the construct of our perception of space in a city landscape.

Related events and collaborations at CVA: March 4, 5 p.m. — Abayomi Ola, Spelman College, will lecture.

April 1, 5 p.m. — Artist duo Mwangi Hutter will lecture about cultural influences in their work.

The Art Department will run an African art class concurrently with the exhibition.

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sellingboe @coloradocommunitymedia.com “In the years following the Pike’s Peak Gold Rush in 1859, a steady stream of gold-seekers and entrepreneurs traveled to the region, most heading straight to Denver City and then to the mountain mining camps …” wrote Linda Womack.

Some made it big-time in mining or commerce and built huge homes to show off their prosperity.

Colorado historian Womack, of Centennial, has just published “Historic Colorado Mansions and Castles,” her account of 10 splendid homes built by some of Colorado’s early millionaires, which would make a good addition to the family library about exploring Colorado — next to the ones about trails, birds, rocks, reptiles and maps.

The homes she has chosen to profile are all open to visitors and she provides address and contact information for visits that will certainly enhance family and individual travel through Colorado, as we soak up stories of legendary folks and their ideas about high living.

She has interviewed present managers and owners and researched the stories of the original owners and builders — some amazing characters.

The homes are all on the Historic Register and lovingly maintained so we can learn of their many stories.

Leadville’s Healy House is first on Womack’s list, with an account of how the black sludge found everywhere actually contained silver. Assayer August R. Meyer offered shipping and banking services and urged a smelter to set up in business. He married Emma Jane Hixon and soon began to build a house for her at the north end of Harrison Avenue, where the couple lived for three years, until he moved back to Missouri and former employers with Emma. The house went to Patrick A. and Ellen Healy Kelly, who operated a boardinghouse with her brother and next owner Daniel Healy.

The author also visited and wrote about the Byers-Evans House in Denver; Canon

Prolific Centennial author Linda Womack has recently published “Historic Colorado Mansions and Castles.”

Courtesy photo City’s Robison House; and the Molly Brown House, now a museum.

Nest in line is Castle Marne, the elegant Victorian B&B at Colfax and Race, where she learned a great amount of detail about several previous owners from the Peikers, who own and operate it now. Included is a beautiful round peacock window, created by Frank Watkins. His grandson, Phil Watkins of Watkins Stained Glass in Englewood, consulted and described the intricate window’s construction of Belgian glass. It, like many others, is covered in rhyolite stone, from a quarry in Castle Rock.

Castle Isabel in Douglas County comes next. It’s now called the Highlands Ranch Mansion and Womack does a nice job of describing the families, scandals and continual additions to the mansion, now beautifully restored and in almost daily use.

Her final chapters address the Gable House in Durango; Rosemont in Pueblo; Miramount Castle in Manitou Springs; and the Cheesman-Evans-Boettcher Mansion in Denver, aka the Governor’s Mansion.

At the end of each chapter, the author provides address, phone and a website address, so readers interested in history can visit and expand their understanding of the state’s checkered past.

The book is a large paperback, loaded with historic photographs, costing $21.99.

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Pacino exudes comic energy in ‘The Humbling’ Actor delivers his best performance in years

MOVIE DETAILS “The Humbling,’’ a Millennium Entertainment release, is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America for “sexual material, language and brief violence.’’ Running time: 129 minutes. Two and a half stars out of four.

By Lindsay Bahr Associated Press

Al Pacino delivers his best performance in years in “The Humbling,’’ a tragicomic look at a veteran stage and film actor on the edge of a nervous breakdown.

That description might seem like an unwelcome invitation for another ham-fisted late-era Pacino bit, but, from the opening shot, it’s clear that the infamously overthe-top actor is trying something different: subtlety.

It’s just a shame “Birdman’’ had to come out first. There’s probably only so much audience thirst for stories about hallucinationprone, past-their-prime actors, but Pacino fans (and skeptics) would be remiss to skip this one, even if “Birdman’’ is the superior film.

Adapted from Philip Roth’s 2009 novel, “The Humbling,’’ directed by Barry Levinson (“Rain Man’’), the film introduces audiences to Axler as he limply applies makeup and recites Shakespeare to himself in the mirror.

Not only is Axler worried he’s lost his talent, after 50 years of acting, he’s also become increasingly unable to distinguish reality from his imagination, a recurring theme that is used to disorient the audience throughout.

After a brief delusion, where he thinks he gets locked out of the theater and indifferent security guards refuse to let him in, Axler takes the stage, mumbles a few lines, and promptly swan dives into the orchestra. The stunt gets him thrown into a recovery center where he is forced to confront the state of his life and mental health for the first time.

When he’s released to his Connecticut mansion, which, even after 14 years of resi-

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STROLLER STRIDES is a group fitness program that provides moms with a challenging workout and the opportunity to build relationships and gain the emotional support needed to adjust to the tremendous life change called motherhood. Classes are offered at 9:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at DeKoevend Park, near University and Arapahoe, and at 9:30 a.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at Clement Park, near Wadsworth and Bowles. For more information, visit the Stroller Strides Web site at www.strollerstrides.com or call Kathy or Karen Zawadzki at 888-684-0641 or e-mail kandk@strollerstrides.net.

WESLEY WRITERS is a small group of vignette memoir writers who meet at 10 a.m. the third Saturday of each month at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St. Share stories of the joys and sorrows of our yesteryears.

No fees.

Service

AMERICAN LEGION George

C. Evans Post 103 Attention military veterans: Do you believe in patriotism and in helping our veterans, our children and our communities? Join the Littleton American Legion George C. Evans Post 103 at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month at the Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave., Littleton. Visit www. legionpost103.org or call 720-287-2139.

CREATIVE COUNSELING

Center is a network of mental health providers with offices in Denver, Aurora, Lakewood and Littleton. To meet therapists or to learn about locations, scheduling and fees, visit www.ccc-denver.com or call 303-267-2310.

ENGLISH CONVERSATION

Sessions. Go to the Bemis Public Library Friday mornings from 9-10:30 a.m. to practice English in an informal group and learn about American culture. No registration is required. Call 303-795-3961.

NUTRITION CLASSES. Free bootcamp class meets at 8:30 a.m. three Saturdays per month at L-Town Nutrition, 1360 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton. Go to the park for a fun, energizing start to the weekend. Visit our Facebook pages for updates: Littleton 24Fit Club or L-Town Nutrition. Also offered is a Body Exchange Challenge. This consists of weekly meetings to discuss both nutrition and fitness.

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Al Pacino stars with Kyra Sedgwick and Greta Gerwig in the new film, “The Humbling,” released in U.S. theaters on Jan. 23. Photo by Joel Ryan/Invision/AP/Invision/A dency, looks as though he’s just moved in, he contemplates suicide by shotgun (“Hemingway must have had longer arms,’’ he says after it fails) and dallies the days away until he gets an unexpected visit from Pegeen (“Frances Ha’s’’ Greta Gerwig), the young lesbian daughter of his old theater friends (Dianne Wiest and Dan Hedaya).

Pegeen, who harbored a longtime schoolgirl crush on her parents’ famous friend, quickly and improbably seduces him and the two begin a fraught relationship. She

to help you reach your goal. There is an optional fitness class offered after the class. The class meets Wednesdays at noon or 6 p.m. You can join the challenge anytime, the fees are prorated. Visit L-Town Nutrition, call Gen McKenna at 303-730-2038 or email ltownnutrition@ gmail.com to sign up.

SINGLE DADS Resource Center Inc., a nonprofit organization, offers free parenting classes such as “The Ins and Outs of Single Fathering Parenting” focused on single fathers. Classes are from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 6322 S. Lakeview St., Littleton. Call Jamey O’Donnell, founder and executive director of the group, at 720-298-2021 or e-mail info@sdrci.org.

SUMMIT CANCER Solutions is a nonprofit organization that offers exercise programs in the Denver Metro area to adult cancer survivors. Our goal is to improve the health and well being of cancer survivors through exercise. Contact us at 303-409-2206, e-mail us at info@ summitcancersolutions.org or visit www. summitcancersolutions.org.

Social

AMERICAN NEEDLEPOINT

Guild, Colorado Columbine Chapter, meets third Mondays each month, except August and December. Call Doris at 303-403-8703.

ANTIQUE CLUB meets the second

Saturday each month from 10 a.m. to noon at Antique Gallery, 5501 S. Broadway, Littleton. Call 303-794-8100.

ARAPAHOE COUNTY

Young Democrats meetings are the third Thursday each month. Call Benjamin Godfrey at 303-745-3418 or e-mail bhgodfrey@qwest.net.

AMAZING TITAN Toastmasters meets from 6-8 p.m. Mondays at Marie Callender’s, Dry Creek Court and Broadway. Call Art Gomen at 303-7629726.

BEMIS EVENING Book Group meets at the library, 6014 S. Datura St., in Littleton, the third Monday each month at 7 p.m. Call 303-795-3961.

BEMIS KNITTING Group invites knitters to the library’s knitting group, which meets Fridays at 2 p.m. in Sophie’s Place. Just bring a pair of needles and a skein of yarn. Beginners learn skills such as casting on, knitting, pearling, and casting off, while experienced knitters get project ideas and provide hints and tips.

The group is creating mittens, scarves and hats for elderly library users at Bemis’ sister libraries in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria.

pushes him to get back to work. He buys her expensive things to try to make her look more feminine.

It’s as cynical and unsentimental as anything else in the film and never veers into uncomfortable territory, thanks in part to the fact that Pacino’s Axler doesn’t seem to take Pegeen’s affection and interest as a given.

Gerwig’s Pegeen is a thirtysomething in arrested development who we always believe is in control of the situation. She’s the kind of effervescent dream girl that another movie

BEMIS NONFICTION Writers’ Group. Unpublished nonfiction writers of personal essays and/or articles meet the second Monday each month at 6:30 p.m. in the café area of Sophie’s Place at the library. Take a pencil and five copies of a recent essay, no longer than 650 words, to share and read aloud. Elaine Kallos, a language arts instructor, facilitates the group.

Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial.

Program meetings are the second Tuesday of each month, except in June, July, August and December. Genealogy workshop programs and early-bird meetings are the third Tuesday of each month, except in June, July, August and December.

Visit www.ColumbineGenealogy.com or contact Joyce B. Lohse, CGHS president, at Joyce4Books@gmail.com.

BENEVOLENT AND Protective Order of Elks Lodge No.1650 meets at 8 p.m. Thursdays at 5749 S. Curtice St., Littleton. Call 303794-1811.

COLUMBINE LADIES We welcome new members to our fun loving group. Join us for games (bridge, canasta, MahJongg and pinochle). Enjoy monthly luncheons at great restaurants and quarterly social events. Dues are $24 annually. Visitors are welcome. For more information or to make a reservation to attend our next luncheon, call Jackie Hirt at 303-972-3384.

BOARDS OF Directors of the Southgate Water District and the Southgate Sanitation District, Arapahoe and Douglas counties, meet at 4 p.m. the second Tuesday each month at office of the districts, 3722 E. Orchard Road, Littleton. Agenda information for each meeting is posted at Southgate office not less than 24 hours before meetings.

BOY SCOUTS of America Pack 633 welcomes all first- through fifth-graders to join any time during the year. Call Nick Erlenburg at 303-471-4172.

THE BREAKFAST Club Singles 50 Plus meets on the second Saturday of each month at Maggiano’s at 7401 S. Clinton Street, Englewood at 9 a.m. Arrival is 8:30 a.m. and buffet starts at 9 a.m. Must RSVP the Hotline at 303794-3332 for reservation.

CENTER FOR Inner Initiative presents Open Talks on the Initiatic Way and how the key principles from Eastern, Western and 4h Way Traditions can enlighten the search for Essence within. Meetings are the last Tuesday of each month at 5594 S. Prince St., Littleton.

Call or email for time: 303-798-1800 or mail@innerinitiative.org. Go to www. innerinitiative.org CHATFIELD SERTOMA Club meets the first and third Mondays at Bistro Aspen Grove, 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Contact Linda Holloway at 303423-4197 or linda@bessieshope.org.

COFFEE AND Conversation Group connects people in the community who like to discuss books, current events and any topic of interest. The group meets from 10-11 a.m. the second Monday of each month in Sophie’s Place at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Free snacks and beverages are provided. Call 303-795-3961.

THE COLUMBINE Genealogical and Historical Society meets at Lutheran Church of the Holy

COLUMBINE COMMUNICATORS Toastmasters can help

if speaking in public makes you anxious.

We improve your communications and leadership skills in a thoughtful, supportive environment. Our club meets from 7-8:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of the month at the Jefferson County Sheriff ’s Station, 11139 Bradford St., Littleton.

Visitors are welcome. Contact Herb Dreo at herb@dreomc.com (303-763-7334) or Pam Toyen at ptoyen7@hotmail.com (303-570-8606). Visit http://columbine. toastmastersclubs.org/

CURRENT EVENTS Group meets the first Wednesdays of the month from 1-3 p.m. at the Buck Recreation

might imagine as an unmotivated artist’s savoir and muse. Here, the “muse’’ is a selfabsorbed brat who leaves a path of destruction after every relationship.

Pacino and Gerwig, representing both the old and new guard of Hollywood, have a fun and easy chemistry when they’re not actually being intimate (those scenes are few and far between). But, the overlong film luxuriates on these two for far too long and at the expense of the much stronger supporting performances and cameos.

Wiest and Hedaya, horrified to learn of their daughter’s new relationship, share a few wonderful bits with Pacino, while Dylan Baker delivers what has to be one of the best Skype performances ever seen on film as a skeptical therapist.

But it’s Pacino’s film through and through and he breathes life into every moment, whether he’s taking a pratfall, telling a suburban housewife that he does not want to murder her husband, or struggling to find a comfortable sleeping position.

In fact, “The Humbling’’ exists because of Pacino, who acquired the rights after reading the book. Roth’s book, he said, seemed close to his own life in some ways.

Both Pacino and Levinson have had a number of stinkers in recent years. Shot on a shoestring budget over the course of 20 days, sometimes in Levinson’s own home, “The Humbling’’ is not quite a renaissance, but the scrappy effort sizzles with wit and energy more often than it falters.

Center, 2004 Powers Ave. in Littleton. Call 303-730-4609.

Methodist Church, 8817 South Broadway.

Call Jenita Rhodes at 303-791-0659.

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/.

DRY CREEK Sertoma Club.

The only all Women’s Sertoma club in the metro area meets for breakfast at 7 a.m. the first and third Wednesday of the month at Toast Restaurant, 2700 W. Bowles Ave., Littleton, or for lunch on the second Friday of the month at interesting restaurants. The club comprises women dedicated to the common goal of helping people in the community with funds and volunteer time, especially in the area of hearing health. Help make a difference through SERvice TO MAnkind and make new friends while you are at it. For more information contact Carol at 303-7983912 or bcworth@aol.com.

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. There are six chapters in Colorado, including chapters in Littleton, Englewood, Centennial, Evergreen and Boulder County. Call Chris at 303-6836154 or Olive at 303-347-1311 or visit www.dbecolorado.org and use the contact form available.

DISCOVERY CLUB is a fun and

exciting way to meet new friends and enjoy recreational activities. Activities include sports, arts and crafts, drama, singing, dancing, board and computer games, group and individual activities.

Volunteer opportunities exist for people older than 15. Student volunteers can earn community service hours. Club meets third Saturday each month at St. Luke’s United

THE HIGHLANDS Ranch/ Littleton Chapter of Mothers and More meets the second Tuesday of each month. See www.mothersandmore.org/chapters/highlandsranchlittletonCO/ or e-mail hrmothersandmore@ hotmail.com for more information.

JOB’S DAUGHTERS International, Bethel No. 33, of Littleton, is a youth organization for girls ages 11-20 who have a Masonic relationship with either Master Masons, Job’s Daughters, Eastern Star or other Masonic organizations. The girls meet first and third Mondays at 7:15 p.m. at the Masonic Hall across from the Melting Pot restaurant.

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committee meeting, elections for local and state party leadership, and town hall discussions. Call 303-539-9048 or go to www.DouglasDemocrats.org.

A MUSICAL extravaganza retelling the story of Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Cowardly Lion and Toto hits the stage through Sunday, Feb. 8, at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. For tickets, go to www.ParkerArts.org.

SHROVE TUESDAY Pancake Supper

WIZARD OF Oz

BOY SCOUTS Troop 16 presents the Shrove Tuesday all-you-can-eat pancake supper

from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, at Parker United Methodist Church, 11805 Pine Drive, Parker.

The Scouts will serve pancakes (gluten-free available), sausage and hash browns. Cost is $5. Tickets can be purchased from any Scout, at the church on Sunday, Feb. 8, and Sunday, Feb. 15, or at the door.

Proceeds benefit the activities of Troop 16.

ART

SOUTH SUBURBAN Art Exhibits LOCAL ARTISTS will have their work on display through Friday, Jan. 30,

Family Magic Show

GENE R. Gordon’s magical night of honest family entertainment is from 7-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, at the Recreation Center at Southridge, Debus Wildcat Mountain Auditorium, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch. The show is full of mystery, illusion and family friendly comedy. Go to www.HRCAonline.org or call 303-791-2500.

at South Suburban Parks and Recreation centers.

Steven Snyder’s “Full Circle,” which features about 20 pieces of acrylic paintings on canvas and on wood that has been cut and reassembled, is on display at Goodson, 6315 S. University Blvd., Centennial, 303-798-2476.

The Paintbox Guild’s paintings will showcase different artists’ work and different themes at Douglas H. Buck, 2004 W. Powers Ave., Littleton, 303-797-8787. Susan Winn’s photographs will be on display at Lone Tree, 10249 Ridgegate Circle, Lone Tree, 303-708-3500. South Suburban’s pubic art committee welcomes submissions; go to www.sspr.org or contact Darcie LaScala at 303-483-7072 for guidelines and an application.

ART STOP on the Go BUDDING ARTISTS will cultivate their inner Picassos at Art Stop on the Go at 4 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 2, at Douglas County Libraries in Castle Pines, 7437 Village Square Drive, Unit 110. An artist from the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art will present a book for kids ages 6-12 to enjoy, then lead them in a literature-based art project. To register, visit DouglasCountyLibraries.org or call 303-791-7323.

MUSIC/CONCERTS

STUDENTS, TEACHERS Honor Popular Composer DOUGLAS-ELBERT MUSIC Teachers Association students and teachers will perform

Yesterday & Today: Interactive Beatles Experience

BACK BY popular demand, Yesterday & Today: Interactive Beatles Experience returns at 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30 on the Main Stage at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St. Each audience member has the chance to request a song and share a memory associated with it. The singers organize those suggestions into an original performance for that audience. For tickets and more information, call 720-509-1000 or go to www.

LoneTreeArtsCenter.org.

Volunteer Open House

AUDUBON SOCIETY of Greater Denver will have a volunteer open house from 9-11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30, at the Audubon Nature Center, near Waterton Canyon on the southwest end of Chatfield State Park. Volunteers are needed in a number of areas including facilities and maintenance, fundraising, special events, educational classes, local field trips and travel, gardening, office projects, and much more. RSVP at communityoutreach@ denveraudubon.org or by calling 303-973-9530.

music by John Williams at a free concert from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Parker Library, 10851 Crossroads Drive, Parker. Concert is in honor of Williams’ 83rd birthday.

Williams has written some of the most popular film scores in history, including Jaws, Indiana Jones, Jurassic Park, Star Wars, Schindler’s List, Saving Private Ryan, Harry Potter, Lincoln and many more. DEMTA is a professional organization of independent and school music teachers who work in Parker, Castle Rock, Elizabeth, Centennial, Highlands Ranch, Littleton, and Aurora. DEMTA offers free community performances throughout the year. See www.demta.org.

EVENTS

AMERICAN LEGION Spring Projects, Activities

THE FEBRUARY general membership meeting of the George C. Evans American Legion Post 103 of Littleton is at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4, at the Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave., Littleton. Upcoming spring projects and activities will be discussed at the meeting.

AUDUBON SOCIETY Birdseed Sale THE AUDUBON Society of Greater Denver is having its annual birdseed sale, which

Spirituality and Wellness Speaker Series

RENOWNED GUEST speaker Pennie Hunt presents “Love Your Life - No Matter What” from 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3, at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 8817 S. Broadway, Highlands Ranch. Come hear her story and her strategies for redeeming the negative turns in life. Free. All are welcome.

Tribute to Washington, Lincoln

PARKER AREA Historical Society presents a Tribute to

Washington and Lincoln at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, at Ruth Memorial Chapel, 19650 E. Mainstreet, Parker. Program starts at 7 p.m. and is led by Ben Martin, patriot, teacher and orator. Martin is knowledgeable and passionate about the forming of the United States and all the patriots who made it possible. Everyone is welcome.

raises money for its school and family programs, including in-school programs, field trips and family events. Seeds offered include a variety of high quality mixes, black oil sunflower, medium sunflower, safflower, nyjer, white proso millet, peanuts in the shell and high energy suet. Special orders also allowed.

Deadline for orders is Wednesday, Feb. 4; pickup is from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 14, at Audubon Center at Chatfield, 11280 Waterton Road, Littleton. Orders may be placed by calling 303-973-9530, or online at www.denveraudubon.org/getinvolved/birdseed-sale.

DOUGLAS DEMOCRATS to Meet DOUGLAS COUNTY Democrats will meet at 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Meeting will include its central

VOLUNTEER TAX Preparers DENVER ASSET Building Coalition needs volunteers for its 2015 income-tax preparation season. The coalition provides free tax preparation for eligible households and individuals. Training dates are offered in January. Go to http://www.denverabc.org to find out more about trainings. Several roles are available, including greeters, screeners, tax assistors, site coordinators and more.

HEALTH

SOUTH METRO Community Blood Drives

A NUMBER of community blood drives are planned in the South Metro area. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Bonfils Appointment Center at 303-363-2300, unless otherwise noted. Go to www.bonfils.org.

Upcoming blood drives are: Sunday, Feb. 1, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2746 Fifth St., Castle Rock (contact Larry Bauer, 720-220-2394); Friday, Feb. 6, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker; Saturday, Feb. 7, 9-10:40 a.m. and noon to 3 p.m., The Healthy Living Expo, Douglas County Fairgrounds, 500 Fairgrounds Drive, Castle Rock; FREE NUTRITION, Cooking Class FREE HEART Health nutrition classes and cooking demonstrations are offered from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4 (Facts on Caffeine Consumption); Wednesday, Feb. 11 (Pros of Probiotics);Wednesday, Feb. 18 (Top 20 Functional Foods); Wednesday, Feb. 25 (Foods that Fight Depression) at the South Denver Heart Center, 1000 Southpark Drive, Littleton. Join Richard Collins, M.D., “The Cooking Cardiologist,” along with Susan Buckley, RD, CDE, as they share their expertise on Heart Healthy nutrition and cooking solutions. For more information or to register, call 303-744-1065, www.southdenver.com.

EDUCATION

GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY Meeting

THE HIGHLANDS Ranch Genealogical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3, at the Highlands Ranch Library for a presentation by author Maria Sutton of “The Night Sky: A Journey from Dachau to Denver and Back.” Details at http://hrgenealogy. wordpress.com.

ARMA DEI Open House ARMA DEI Academy will have an informational open house from 9-10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 4, at the school, 345 E. Wildcat Reserve Parkway, Highlands Ranch. Enrollment for the 2015-16 school year is open now. Arma Dei Academy emphasizes the development of the whole student through curriculum, character and citizenship. Call 303-346-4523 or go to www.armadeiacademy.com.

ROLE OF Germany in the World JOIN ACTIVE Minds from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, in exploring the role of Germany in the world as well as how the process of German reunification has evolved, especially given Merkel’s roots in the government of the former Communist East Germany.

Program is at Tattered Cover, 9315 Dorchester St., Highlands Ranch. Call 303470-7050.

GED PREPARATION Class ADULTS AGES 17 and older are invited to free GED preparation classes at 6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at Douglas County Libraries in Parker, 10851 S. Crossroads Drive. Classes include instruction, assessment, and practice for those preparing to take the GED exam. To register, visit DouglasCountyLibraries.org or call 303-791-7323.

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Need some motivation or direction on how to deliver on those New Year’s resolutions?

At the 2015 Castle Rock Healthy Living Expo, speakers, vendors and industry leaders will provide advice on how to best work, play and live the Colorado lifestyle.

The event, which debuted in 2012 and is hosted by the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Douglas County Events Center, 500 Fairgrounds Drive.

“It’s family friendly,” said Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce Events Manager John Woodrick. “We have something for everyone, from health and nutrition information to fitness demonstrations.”

The day will begin with the Freeze Your Buns Off 5k race at 9 a.m., followed by a morning wake-up and stretching session.

Other activities include a Firefighter Challenge, a children’s fitness class and a Food for a Healthy Heart demonstration by Castle Rock

Adventist executive chef Dan Skay.

The “Inside Experience” will feature exercise, sustainable living and beauty. The “Outdoor Experience” will include hiking, biking, camping, gardening and all things outdoors.

A “Health” category will highlight the Healthy Mind, Healthy Heart plan and other medical topics. The “Safety” category will include everything from healthy cars to healthy bodies.

“It’s not just about your health,” Woodrick said. “It’s about your family’s health and your pet’s health and all of the things that affect your quality of life.”

You’ll also be able to find information on how to take care of the people in your life who are struggling with age-related challenges.

There will be health-care professionals on hand to talk about in-home care for the elderly and patients suffering from diminished cognitive function.

Also, there will be vendors providing health testing, like blood pressure and cholesterol screenings, and a blood center on hand all day taking donations.

The event is free to the public.

More information is available at www.

ColoradoHealthyLivingExpo.com, www.castlerock.org, or by calling the chamber at 303688-4597.

Learning to have a rewarding retirement Seminar provides tips, advice to Highlands Ranch residents

By Christy Steadman

csteadman @coloradocommunitymedia.com Linda Sorrento opened by telling people they would not leave the seminar with a to-do list, rather they would leave with a retirement map.

The group, 50 & Better Together, a new outreach program sponsored by the Senior Outreach Services part of the Highlands Ranch Metro District, brought Sorrento to Highlands Ranch to give her seminar, “Rewarding Retirement!: Designing Your Time, Fulfilling Your Life.”

“A lot of people have ideas about their retirement, but haven’t mapped it out yet,” said Senior Outreach Services coordinator Jodie McCann.

The seminar drew about 100 people Jan. 21 at the James H. LaRue library. There was such a demand for it that McCann decided to invite Sorrento back for another presentation of the seminar on March 9, which also is filled to capacity. However, McCann said, there is a waitlist for the March 9 seminar that people are welcome to put their name on. A third presentation may be needed, she said, but as of yet, there are no definite plans in place.

Sorrento “is a really dynamic person,” said McCann, who has been acquainted with her for at least a decade. “She’s passionate to help people reach their goals and aspirations for this time in their life.”

When most people start thinking about their retirement, Sorrento said, finances usually comes first.

But “we’re not talking about money,” she said, “we’re talking about time.”

The main nonfinancial concerns of retirement are boredom, isolation and feeling irrelevant, Sorrento said.

The past view of retirement included three boxes of life, said Sorrento, citing a work by Richard Nelson Bolles. They are education, ages 5-22; work, ages 22-62 or 65; retire, ages 62 or 65 and beyond.

“When you finished a box, you never went back,” she said. “This group has changed that.”

The “new face of retirement” centers on a person’s sense of purpose, and includes everything — physical activity, life-long learning, and being social with hobbies and interests, work and volunteer opportunities, she said.

Sorrento encouraged people to think about their wishes and dreams — anything that sparks their imagination, she said. “All ideas are valid.”

In retirement, a person can afford to look foolish, Sorrento said, so people can give themselves permission to try something new or something they think they wouldn’t be good at.

“Plant the seeds that might work for you.

You don’t know what’s going to happen when you go down these paths,” she said. “But don’t over-commit. You’re very talented. They’re going to want you.”

Sorrento concluded the seminar with having attendees begin to design their map, by filling out sections of four nonfinancial keys to healthy aging: physical fitness; social; work/volunteer/hobbies/interests; and sense of purpose.

The retirees, or soon-to-be-retired people, of Highlands Ranch who attended the seminar would like to go fly fishing, learn Spanish, make stained glass art, play pickleball, visit famous sports stadiums around the world and every state capitol building in the U.S., develop a physics class, use their Master Gardener certification and ride a motorcycle on seven continents.

In 1989, Sorrento worked on a cruise ship where she was able to have conversations with a lot of retired people, she said. Most of them told her they “loved being retired, but their day-to-day life was boring,” Sorrento said.

Others, she said, admitted to being scared of retirement.

That is how the course got its start, Sorrento said, but it was not designed until 2000.

Since then, she has taught it for the City of Westminster and Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp. Presently, the course is taught several times a year at Arapahoe Community College. The seminar Highlands Ranch residents received was an adapted version of the course to fit an hour-and-half timeframe.

Retirement is no longer sitting in a rocking chair waiting for your time to pass, Sorrento said.

“I really believe this can be the best time of your life,” she said.

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Metro Creative Connection The Super Bowl is nearly here, and that means scores of football fans are readying themselves for a day spent fraternizing with friends and indulging in all of the great food that has become synonymous with the biggest day in American professional sports.

No football feast is complete without wings, and this year Super Bowl party hosts can satisfy their guests’ needs for this beloved bar snack with the following recipe for “Virgil’s Smoked Chicken Wings With Blue Cheese Dip” from Neal Corman’s “Virgil’s Barbecue Road Trip Cookbook” (St. Martin’s Press).

Virgil’s Smoked Chicken Wings With Blue Cheese Dip Serves 4 Blue Cheese Dip 2 cups blue cheese crumbles, divided 1 cup mayonnaise 1⁄2 cup buttermilk 2 teaspoons hot sauce 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1⁄2 teaspoon kosher salt

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1⁄4 cup finely chopped scallions 1⁄4 cup finely chopped celery Marinade 1⁄2 cup vegetable oil 1⁄2 cup hot sauce 4 tablespoons Virgil’s Dry Rub (see below) 4 tablespoons granulated garlic 4 tablespoons granulated onion Juice of 1⁄2 lemon Wings 8 large chicken wings 1⁄2 cup Virgil’s Dry Rub (see below) Sauce 10 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon cornstarch 4 tablespoons white vinegar 3⁄4 cup hot sauce 1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1. To make the dip, combine 1 cup of the blue cheese, mayonnaise, buttermilk, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and salt in the bowl of a food processor and blend on low until smooth.

2. Remove to a medium mixing bowl and fold in the rest of the blue cheese, scallions and celery, being sure to break up the large blue cheese crumbles. Place

in a covered container and refrigerate overnight.

3. Mix all the marinade ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Place the wings in a large container with a lid and pour the mixture over the wings. Toss until the wings are thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 2 days.

4. Preheat the grill or smoker to 245 F. 5. Spread out the wings on a sheet pan and wipe away any excess marinade.

Sprinkle liberally with the dry rub, coating the wings all over.

6. Position the wings on the grill away from the direct heat of the coals or burners, and add hickory to the smoker, or place hickory chips on the coals or gas burners.

7. Cook the wings for about 3 hours, flipping every 30 minutes (their internal temperature should be about 165 F when cooked).

8. While the wings are cooking, cut the butter for the sauce into 1-inch cubes and refrigerate. Whisk the cornstarch into the white vinegar in a small bowl.

9. In a medium sauté pan over medium heat, bring the hot sauce to a sim-

mer and whisk in the thickened vinegar.

Return to a simmer, cook for 1 minute, and remove from the heat.

10. Add the cayenne and slowly whisk in the cold butter. Keep warm until serving.

11. Remove the wings from the smoker or grill and put half of them into a bowl, cover with the sauce, and toss.

Repeat with the remaining wings and serve on a platter, with the blue cheese dip on the side.

Virgil’s Dry Rub Makes 5 to 51⁄2 cups 21⁄2 cups sweet paprika 1 cup granulated sugar 1⁄2 cup Texas-style chili powder 1⁄2 cup minced onion 1⁄2 cup granulated garlic 1⁄4 cup dried parsley flakes 6 tablespoons kosher salt Combine all of the ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk together until completely incorporated. Transfer to a covered bowl with a tight-fitting lid. Store in a cool, dry place.

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Specializing in one sport is becoming the path of choice for high school athletes, evident this girls basketball season

By Jim Benton

jbenton @coloradocommunitymedia.com Kelsey Ubben is among an increasingly rare breed of athlete.

The Douglas County High School senior plays volleyball for the Huskies and for her club team, the Colorado Volleyball Association. She also is playing basketball this winter for her school.

“My club coach is really flexible with me and my basketball schedule, which is awesome,” the 6-foot Ubben said. “The variety is awesome because you are using your body in different ways than you would in one sport, you get to know more people and it’s just more fun.”

But athletes like Ubben could be on the path to extinction. The era of single-sport specialization at the high school level has arrived. Intense year-round training in one sport, to the exclusion of others, has become the norm.

“The goal to become the next Olympian or more commonly, to obtain a college scholarship, motivates many parents to encourage their children to specialize in one sport at a young age,” states the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine.

In a position statement published in 2014, the organization said intense focus on one sport at an early age may increase the risk for overuse injuries and burnout.

Specialization is a trend that is particularly evident in girls sports, with basketball and volleyball players, among the most notable examples, often sticking to one pursuit or the other. This, despite the similar skills and physical attributes, like height, that are prized on both courts.

The Colorado High School Activities Association has taken notice, saying that girls basketball is none the better for it.

“There is still a concern not only in Colorado, but nationally, that many girls are specializing in volleyball rather than playing both sports,” CHSAA assistant commissioner Bert Borgmann wrote in an email to Colorado Community Media.

“I know the NCAA has expressed concern that the best athletes are no longer playing basketball, but focusing full time on volleyball. One of the reasons they have given is that volleyball clubs are demanding full-time participation from the athletes in their clubs, telling them they cannot play other sports. This is concerning to CHSAA, if true, because we believe that students should play multiple sports and have found that many athletes at the higher levels (Olympics, professional, NCAA) were multi-sport athletes. Additionally, from the non-athletic side, they are more rounded students with broader life experiences, and that can translate into a stronger adult.”

Going to the club

Club teams are never far from the conversation when it comes to specialization.

These teams offer training and activities most of the year. That helps an athlete develop the skills to have the opportunity to participate at the collegiate or sometimes professional level.

But are clubs hurting high school sports in general, and more specifically, girls basketball?

People are lining up on both sides of the debate.

“You can make the exact same argument on the flip side and say, `How many of the

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PERCENTAGE of female high school volleyball and basketball players who will play at the NCAA Division I level.

SOME SPECIFIC CONCERNS Specializing in one sport can help develop young athletes’ skills to a high degree, but it can also have serious drawbacks.

Two of the most common concerns cited by experts are overuse injuries and burnout.

• A study presented in 2013 at the American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference and Exhibition showed athletes ages 8-18 who were “intensely specialized in a single sport were more likely to have an injury and a serious overuse injury.” The study — “Risks of Specialized Training and Growth for Injury in Young Athletes: A Prospective Cohort Study” — involved more than 1,200 young athletes in the Chicago area.

• After years of intense focus on a sport, some athletes give up the game after feeling “burned out.” A position statement issued by the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine in 2014 says specialization at a young age may be a factor in burnout. The study listed some common symptoms, including fatigue, depression, insomnia, anxiety, weight loss and lack of concentration.

girls on the basketball team play volleyball?” said Rob Graham, head volleyball coach of Ponderosa’s Class 4A state runners-up and owner of the Elevation Volleyball Club. “Or, `How many girls on the soccer team play volleyball?’

“It’s club everything. It’s club soccer, club softball, club basketball. It’s not volleyball at all. It’s specialization.”

Numbers compiled by the National Federation of High School Associations do not show a decline in participation in girls basketball in Colorado. From 2008-14, the number of girls playing the sport in high school has been fairly steady, averaging a little more than 7,000 per year.

But in the south metro area, team rosters show little crossover among volleyball and girls basketball, which could mean schools are seeing some of their best athletes stick to one sport. Among 17 south metro area schools in Colorado Community Media’s coverage area, there were only seven girls listed on both the fall varsity volleyball roster and this winter’s varsity basketball rosters.

Only four schools fielded four girls basketball teams (freshman, sophomore, junior varsity and varsity) and two struggled to put two teams on the floor.

So local coaches, statewide figures or not, do believe fewer girls are giving hoops a shot.

“Participation (in basketball) is for sure down, it’s down like crazy,” said Mountain Vista athletic director Pat McCabe. “I don’t think this is just related to basketball, but the establishment of clubs who make kids specialize and go out and put tremendous resources into playing at a super-young level or a super-young age. … Our mission isn’t the same as the clubs. We want kids to participate. We want to use all the resources that sports bring in order to help develop the kids.”

Chaparral girls basketball coach Tony Speights reported that the Wolverines have three teams with 30 players. He doesn’t mince words when it comes to the club controversy.

“The chief reason that participation is down is club sports, specifically volleyball,” he said. “These clubs monopolize all of these kids’ time, which doesn’t allow for other sports. I do readily admit that if you are an elite player then maybe (it is beneficial), but how many kids are elite?

“Now, that being said, if you look at a lot of female athletes playing at the pro level, they played multiple sports in high school.

I referenced volleyball, because I have lived in a couple of different states, and Colorado is the worst in terms of volleyball players not being able to play basketball.”

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Taynin Abbott, left, and Paityn Hardison play for the Momentum Volleyball Club in Centennial. Both are committed to specializing in volleyball. Photos by Jim Benton

Douglas County High School senior Kelsey Ubben plays club volleyball and was a member of the Huskies volleyball team. She is currently playing basketball for Douglas County and admits not specializing in volleyball could hinder her options to play volleyball in college.

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Some say specialization and club participation are required to rise in a sport’s ranks.

Ray Tannenbaum is a coach and director for the Momentum Volleyball Club in Centennial. Year-round participation in a sport is necessary to become “elite” in today’s competitive environment, largely because of the demands of each sport, he believes.

“I don’t think many of the players can truly handle more than one sport,” he said.

“I hear the parents of the kids that play soccer, basketball, volleyball, by the time they hit the eighth grade or freshman year in high school, most of these families are saying pick one.”

It costs an average of around $3,000 a year to play club volleyball, depending on

the level and team involvement. So choosing the right club is important.

“There are some clubs around here that won’t let girls go to prom because they have a tournament the next day,” Tannenbaum said. “All of a sudden, these sports are taking away from them actually going out and being a kid. The one thing we do here at Momentum is we realize there has to be a balance. You have to have family life, an educational component, many want a spiritual component and the athletic component of it, and also just letting these kids be kids.”

Paityn Hardison and Taynin Abbott are two players for the Momentum club. Both are strictly volleyball players and say they like it that way.

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BY THE NUMBERS

NUMBER of girls in the south metro area listed on both the varsity volleyball and varsity basketball rosters in 2014-15.

7,236 9,234 NUMBER of girls who played high school basketball in Colorado during the 2013-14 season.

SOURCES: SCHOLARSHIPSTATS.COM; MaxPreps; The National Federation of State High School Athletic Associations

NUMBER of girls who played high school volleyball in Colorado during the 2013-14 season.

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T.J. Mitchell swims the 500 freestyle for Heritage during the Jan. 22 dual meet with Highlands Ranch. Mitchell finished second in the event and the Eagles won the match by a score of 136 to 46. Photo by Tom Munds

Eagles win two in a row Heritage swim-dive team won invitational and dual meet

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tmunds @coloradocommunitymedia.com Heritage swimmers and divers are on a roll as they won the team title at the invitational at Smoky Hill on Jan. 17 and then won the Jan. 22 dual meet with Highlands Ranch.

“We are a well-balanced team this season,” Eagles Coach Tom Byorick said. “We have good leadership, and a strong group of freshmen has strengthened our team. We have swimmers and divers who have met statequalifying standards and quite a few girls who are on the brink of qualifying.”

Heritage finished ahead of 11 other teams at the Jan. 17 invitational at Smoky Hill with 460 points. The Eagles continued their winning ways Jan. 20 by outpointing Highlands Ranch 258-86 in the league dual meet.

Girls swimming and diving teams are entering the home stretch of their season.

Heritage returns to the water Jan. 30 in Aurora for the C and B league swimming and diving meets. Then, the Eagles are at home Feb. 6 as they host the Continental League A Meet, the last competition before state.

The Class 5A state meet will be held Feb. 13 and 14 at the Edora Pool Ice Center (EPIC) in Fort Collins. The swimming preliminaries are scheduled Feb. 13 to trim the field in each event. The diving preliminaries are in the morning on Feb. 14 with the swimming and diving finals beginning at 12:30 p.m.

It is the time of the year when swimmers and divers seek to turn in their best performances in order to qualify for the state meet.

Club Continued from Page 25

“I found my sport,” said Hardison, a freshman who played on the Douglas County volleyball team. “I played basketball for half a season. It’s not my sport. I don’t like all the contact. Volleyball is more of a team sport and not an individual sport.”

Abbott is a freshman player at Faith Christian Academy in Arvada.

“When I was growing up, I played five different sports,” she said. “I started volleyball when I was in second grade and it was kind of my sport that I fell in love with. Basketball, softball, flag football, tennis and soccer were just not for me.”

Variety is the spice?

Ubben, the multi-sport Douglas County High student, wants to play volleyball in college. She admits that not specializing in volleyball could hamper her options.

“It has hurt me already,” she said. “You get noticed so much more in club volleyball.”

But there is research to suggest that specialization is not a better path to competing at an elite level.

According to a Journal of Sports Sciences survey published in 2013, young athletes who competed in three sports at ages 11, 13 and 15 were significantly more likely to compete at an elite national level in their preferred sport than those who specialized in only one.

Dr. John P. DiFiori, team physician for UCLA football and basketball and president of the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine from 2013-14, says specialization is rarely the way to go.

“With the exception of select sports such as gymnastics in which the elite competitors are very young, the best data we have would suggest that the odds of achieving elite levels with this method are exceedingly poor,” he said in a 2013 AMSSM news release. “In fact,

An athlete qualifies for state by meeting the state established standards for each swimming and diving event. Since the length of a lap in one pool is 25 yards and the lap is 25 meters in another pool, the state has standards in both yards and meters.

Heritage had several athletes post qualifying times at the impressive Jan. 17 performance in the invitational meet at Smoky Hill.

The Eagles won the team title at the 12-team event with 460 points. Freshman Kylie Anderson helped her team as she won the 100 freestyle and the 100 backstroke events. Sophomore Katerine Harston also took top honors in two events as she won the 100 butterfly and the 200 freestyle.

Harston talked about swimming during the Jan. 22 dual meet with Highlands Ranch.

“My mother got me started swimming when I was about four,” the sophomore said.

“I fell in love with the sport and it is now my only sport. Swimming takes up so much time, I really can’t be involved in another sport.”

Harston’s goals for the season are to qualify for state in individual events and to get her Junior National times down.

She likes to swim freestyle and butterfly.

“I have turned in my best times in the butterfly, but I enjoy swimming the 500 freestyle,” she said. “I am in the water for a long time in the 500. I try to focus on my times and the counter they hold in the water so I can keep up with the laps I am swimming. When the counter holder shakes up and down, I know I have to swim faster.”

She also sings songs to herself in her head, and it isn’t a particular song, just whatever comes into her head.

“This year is a lot of fun,” she said. “We are doing pretty well and I like it because the girls are really close.”

some studies indicate that early specialization is less likely to result in success than participating in several sports as a youth, and then specializing at older ages.”

While specialization can be demanding on a teenager, so can being a multi-sport athlete.

Ponderosa sophomore Hunter Barker played JV volleyball, basketball, tennis and may go out for track this spring. She also plays volleyball for the Elevation Volleyball Club.

She says there a lot of late nights staying up doing homework.

But, she says, “Playing just one sport would just get old. It’s tiring and it’s good to take breaks.”

For some athletes, though, focusing on one sport and embracing the club game is the preferred route to getting on the radar of colleges.

Caitie Breaux is a junior volleyball player at Regis University in Denver. The Franktown athlete was a three-sport competitor in middle school before concentrating on volleyball at Ponderosa. She played for the Front Range Volleyball Club.

“I definitely think club is a great (way) for high school athletes to be recognized by colleges,” she said. “I know people that have never played club volleyball or club sports in general who have still ended up on college teams, but I definitely think playing club sports gives you more exposure to college athletics.”

Graham, the Ponderosa volleyball coach and club owner, is in favor of athletes playing different sports. His two young sons are playing three sports.

However, he knows slowing down the trend to specialize is a tall task.

“If you were to ask most coaches of any sport, we were probably multi-sport athletes growing up,” he said. “So we do know the importance of playing multiple sports. We would all say specialization is hurting.

“Who is to blame? I don’t know if you can put your finger on that. I think it’s society, I think it’s parents and I think it’s players. We’re pushing kids to play sports at an earlier age.

Parents are expecting them to get scholarships.”

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tmunds @coloradocommunitymedia.com The Pirates won’t win a match team title this season.

“We only have five wrestlers on the team and only two of them have any varsity experience. Since the other three are new to the sport, there is no way we can win a varsity match team title,” Englewood Coach Jim Potter said. “We have a senior, a junior, a sophomore and two freshmen out for wrestling now.

I don’t want to throw the freshmen to the wolves by entering them in varsity matches. They are just learning, and going against experienced

varsity wrestlers doesn’t help them.”

Potter planned to take three wrestlers to the Mullen four-team match Jan. 22 and to the Kennedy Invitational on Jan. 24.

The same three wrestlers will represent Englewood at the Valley invitational Jan. 31 and at the Colorado 7 League championships Feb. 7, he said.

The Pirates varsity lineup usually includes senior Tony Scaggiari, junior Kevin Mahler and sophomore Derek Demilt.

Demilt is a first-year wrestler who wanted to wrestle because the sport teaches responsibility and discipline, which, he felt, would help him be a better football player, he said.

“It has been a little tough early,” he said. “However, it was pretty exciting at the Jan. 17 junior varsity tournament when I won my first match. It sort of showed me all the

Pirates sophomore Derek Demilt works on a takedown technique during practice. Demilt got his first-ever match win at the Jan. 17 Englewood Junior Varsity Tournament. Photo by Tom Munds hard work was worth it.”

Demilt pinned his opponent. He said it felt good because he has already been pinned too many times.

Wrestling helps him work on never giving up, which is something he said he used to do a lot, he said.

This season is a new era for Englewood wrestling. The first change came over the winter break when the team moved its practice facilities from the small area in the middle school gymnasium to the new, larger wrestling room that is part of

the high school field house.

Another change is state wide as the Colorado High School Activities Association changes the makeups of the classifications for wrestling.

That moved Englewood from 4A to 3A. Last year, there were 44 schools wrestling 5A, 64 schools at 4A, 28 in 3A, 22 in 2A and 44 in 1A. “The number of schools in the old classifications weren’t balanced with a lot of schools in the larger classification and very few at the lower classifications,” Potter said.

“For example, some of the smaller classifications last year only had two guys in some weight classes at regionals so those guys automatically qualified for state. Then we had wrestlers at the smaller classes with losing records while some good wrestlers with very good records didn’t qualify for state because of the size of the field.”

SPORTS ROUNDUP Boys Basketball

Rock Canyon 62, Heritage 36: Mitch Lombard had 11 points while Tyler Garcia and Colin Rardin each contributed 10 in the Jan. 20 Continental League win for the eighthranked Jaguars. Senior Luke Ewan pulled down 11 rebounds in the Jan. 20 contest.

Cherry Creek 57, Arapahoe 38: Creek used a 25-point fourth quarter to secure a Jan. 23 Centennial League win. The Bruins improved to 3-3 in the league and 11-4 overall while the Warriors suffered their fifth Centennial loss in six games and saw their overall record fall to 6-9.

Smoky Hill 66, Arapahoe 52: The Warriors couldn’t overcome a slow start in a Jan. 21 Centennial League setback. Sophomore Kyle Lukasiewicz was the top scorer for Arapahoe with nine points.

Standley Lake 60, Littleton

46: The Lions saw the game slip away in the second half in a Jan. 21 4A Jefferson County League loss.

Zach Valdez and Tommy Kail led the Lions with 17 and 16 points, respectively.

Green Mountain 41, Littleton 36: Tommy Kail had 14 points and Zach Valdez 11 in the Jan. 23 Jefferson County League loss. Kail also paced the Lions (0-6, 2-12) with six rebounds.

Denver West 75, Englewood 51: The Pirates were outscored in every quarter in suffering a Jan. 21 nonleague loss.

Elizabeth 64, Englewood 30: Ten Cardinals scored in an easy Colorado 7 League win over the Pirates.

Girls Basketball

Heritage 47, Rock Canyon 42: The Jaguars took an eight-point lead into the fourth period but were outscored 21-8 in the final eight minutes and absorbed a Jan. 20

Continental League loss. Sophomore Hailey Cechini had 19 points and junior Bailey scored 12 points for the Eagles. Kendall Smith scored 18 points for the Jaguars who shot just 25 percent in the game.

Castle View 58, Heritage 32: The Sabercats (2-1, 5-10) pulled away in the second half to post a Continental League win on Jan. 23.

Alyssa Biever scored 10 points to lead Heritage which shot 27 percent in the game.

Regis Jesuit 57, Heritage 53: Katherine Petersen scored 19 points and Haily Cechini 18 but it wasn’t enough as the Eagles (1-3, 9-8) fell in a Jan. 24 Continental League game.

Arapahoe 59, Smoky Hill 27: Neither team scored in the second quarter but the Warriors’ 34-point first quarter was more than enough to seal the Jan. 21 Centennial League triumph. Senior Jennah Knafelc scored 20 points and had four steals to lead Arapahoe.

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Cherry Creek 52, Arapahoe 47: The Bruins broke open a close game with good free throw shooting in the closing minutes to secure a Centennial League win on Jan. 23. Molly Rohrer had 17 points, 15 rebounds and five assists for the Bruins. League-leading Creek, 6-0, 9-6, outrebounded the Warriors 52-20 and Lauren McMillen getting 17 rebounds. Game-scoring leader Jennah Knafelc had 19 points for the Warriors (4-2, 10-4).

Littleton 60, Standley Lake 64: The Lions raced to a 18-point halftime edge and held on to secure a Jefferson County 4A League win on Jan. 21. Sindel Lawrence was dominate in the middle for the Lions, scored a career-high 19 points and corralled seven rebounds. Littleton’s Laura Puchino took came scoring honors with 23 points.

Littleton 54, Green Mountain 51: The Lions rallied in the fourth quarter with excellent defense, out-

scored the Rams 23-15, and earned a Jefferson County win on Jan. 23.

Laura Puchino had 18 points, Sindel Lawrence 11 and Kiera Lindgren 10 for the Littleton (4-2, 10-4).

Weld Central 54, Englewood 41: Frankie Harvey scored 15 points and Tairaius Lucas 11 in the Pirates 4A Colorado 7 League loss on Jan. 20.

Elizabeth 63, Englewood 36: The Pirates (2-4, 5-9) fell behind by 17 points at halftime and couldn’t recover in a Colorado 7 League loss on Jan. 23. Oliva Whitworth and Kaylyn Radtke each scored 13 points for the Cardinals (6-0, 8-6).

Hockey Cherry Creek 7, Heritage 0: Seven different players scored as the Bruins blanked the Eagles in a Jan. 23 non-league game. Senior goalie Brady Mielnicki made eight saves in the shutout at Family Sports Center.

SALOME’S STARS FOR THE WEEK OF JAN. 26, 2015

ARIES (Mar 21 to Apr 19) Mixed signals could create problems. Make sure your views are presented clearly, and insist others do the same. Don’t let an unanswered question go by without a full explanation.

TAURUS (Apr 20 to May 20) Financial pressures ease, allowing for more budget flexibility. But as the money-wise Bovine will appreciate, thrift still beats out splurging. Expect news from someone special.

GEMINI (May 21 to Jun 20) Getting things done is what you do so well. But be careful not to overtax your energy reserves. Take time out to relax or to do something different to help keep them at optimum levels.

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CANCER (Jun 21 to Jul 22) This is a good time to satisfy the Moon Child’s growing sense of wanderlust.

Choose a really special place to go to, with a very special person to share it all with you.

LEO (Jul 23 to Aug 22) You love being in the spotlight.

But be careful it doesn’t blind you to the truth behind a seemingly wonderful opportunity. Look closer and you might be sadly surprised at what you find.

VIRGO (Aug 23 to Sept 22) Isn’t it time to take a break from your hectic schedule? Sure it is. And the sooner you do, the sooner you can return fresh and more than ready to take on all those new projects.

LIBRA (Sept 23 to Oct 22) A recent family incident can help bring everyone closer, and there’s no one who’s better at making that happen than you. Accept (indeed, insist on!) help from others to get things off and running.

SCORPIO (Oct 23 to Nov 21) Long-held habits are often difficult to break. But the change from how you always did things to how you can do them now can be liberating. So, be flexible and give it a try.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 to Dec 21) Someone you met in your professional world last year and thought you would never hear from again could make a sudden reappearance in your life, along with an interesting job offer.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22 to Jan 19) Once again, you delight everyone by coming up with a solution for a problem that actually works. On another note, it’s not too early to get started on those travel plans.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20 to Feb 18) Before you go ahead with finalizing your plans for your new project, check them over to see if you can make some improvements or if you can find ways to cut costs.

PISCES (Feb 19 to Mar 20) The Fabulous Fish might have been out of the social swim for too long, and it’s time you plunge back in. Reinforce your old friendships and be open to starting new ones.

BORN THIS WEEK: Your creative talents help bring beauty to the world and the people in it. On their behalf, thank you. © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

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er violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property to be foreclosed is: LOT 17, BLOCK 3, HUNTER'S HILL FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE. STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7205 South Xanthia Street, Englewood, 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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erty 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: 1/29/2015 Last Publication: 2/26/2015 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: 12/05/2014 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: Susan Hendrick #33196 Marcello G. Rojas #46396 Klatt, Odekirk, Augustine, Sayer, Treinen & Rastede, P.C. 9745 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 400, Denver, CO 80231 (303) 3532965 Attorney File # CO141020 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

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Public Trustees PUBLIC NOTICE COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1127-2014 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 5, 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): Peter D. Ludwig and Teresa A. Ludwig Original Beneficiary(ies): Wells Fargo Mortgage, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust: December 04, 2001 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: December 12, 2001 Recording Information (Reception Number): B1215412 Original Principal Amount: $200,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $158,029.80 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 9, EXCEPT THE NORTHWESTERLY 2 FEET OF SAID LOT 9, BLOCK 33, NOB HILL-THIRD FILING, SAID NORTHWESTERLY 2 FEET OF SAID LOT 9, BEING A PARCEL OF LAND LYING NORTHWESTERLY OF A LINE 2 FEET DISTANT FROM AND PARALLEL WITH THE NORTHWESTERLY SIDE LOT LINE OF SAID LOT 9, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7437 S Albion St, Littleton, 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, 02/25/2015, 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: 1/1/2015 Last Publication: 1/29/2015 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: 11/05/2014 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 Jennifer Cruseturner #44452 Iman Tehrani #44076 Joan Olson #28078 Erin Robson #46557 McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 150, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-14-632489-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 Legal Notice NO.: 1127-2014 First Publication: 1/1/2015 Last Publication: 1/29/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1161-2014 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 14, 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): Edward J Walsh Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. as nominee for Taylor Bean & Whitaker Mortgage Corp Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Nationstar Mortgage LLC Date of Deed of Trust: April 03, 2007 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: April 11, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number): B7045683 Original Principal Amount: $315,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $274,225.97 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 17, BLOCK 3, HUNTER'S HILL FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE. STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7205 South Xanthia Street, Englewood, 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, 03/04/2015, 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-

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, 03/04/2015, 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: 1/8/2015 Last Publication: 2/5/2015 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: 11/14/2014 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: G Keith Lewis #43908 Borenstein & Associates, LLC 13111 East Briarwood Ave., Suite 340, Centennial, CO 80112 (303) 768-0200 Attorney File # 14-00409 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

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Legal Notice NO.: 1161-2014 First Publication: 1/8/2015 Last Publication: 2/5/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1179-2014 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 18, 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): JOHN CLEMENT Original Beneficiary(ies): COLORADO PROFESSIONALS MORTGAGE, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust: July 20, 2009 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: July 27, 2009 Recording Information (Reception Number): B9080675 Original Principal Amount: $178,750.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $166,573.48 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 7, BLOCK 3, SECOND AMENDED PLAT OF CENTENNIAL ACRES, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. PARCEL ID NUMBER: 2077-17-2-03-003 Also known by street and number as: 5180 S LINDEN DRIVE, LITTLETON, CO 80123.

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, 03/11/2015, 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: 1/15/2015 Last Publication: 2/12/2015 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: 11/18/2014 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 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 David R. Doughty #40042 Alison L Berry #34531 Kelly Murdock #46915 Eve M. Grina #43658 Courtney E Wright #45482 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 14-003762 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.: 1179-2014 First Publication: 1/15/2015 Last Publication: 2/12/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1225-2014 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 2, 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): TKO LLC Original Beneficiary(ies): WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust: September 25, 2009 County of Recording: Arapahoe

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Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and

29 best bidder for cash, the said real prop-

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1225-2014

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 2, 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): TKO LLC Original Beneficiary(ies): WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust: September 25, 2009 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: September 28, 2009 Recording Information (Reception Number): B9106661 Original Principal Amount: $805,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $644,000.20 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 7, BLOCK 12, BOW-MAR SOUTH, SECOND FILING, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 4917 Tule Lake Drive, Littleton, CO 80123.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

Public Trustees

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, 03/25/2015, 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: 1/29/2015 Last Publication: 2/26/2015 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: 12/02/2014 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: Douglas W Brown #10429 Brown, Berardini & Dunning PC 2000 S. Colorado Blvd., Tower Two, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80222 (303) 329-3363 Attorney File # 3112-080 D 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.: 1225-2014 First Publication: 1/29/2015 Last Publication: 2/26/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1236-2014 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 5, 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) Nicholas A Romano Original Beneficiary(ies) JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust May 29, 2009 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust July 07, 2009 Recording Information (Reception Number) B9072911 Original Principal Amount $225,223.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $207,965.34 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 12, Block 25, Broadmoor - Fifth Filing, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado.

Also known by street and number as: 6056 S Valleyview 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, 03/25/2015, 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: 1/29/2015 Last Publication: 2/26/2015 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: 12/05/2014 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: Susan Hendrick #33196

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Legal Notice NO.: 1236-2014 First Publication: 1/29/2015 Last Publication: 2/26/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent Public Notice COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1139-2014 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 7, 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): BRUCE A STUCKEY Original Beneficiary(ies): COLORADO MORTGAGE ALLIANCE, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO WACHOVIA BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR WELLS FARGO ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-Z Date of Deed of Trust: September 24, 2004 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust: September 30, 2004 Recording Information (Reception Number): B4172337 Original Principal Amount: $98,320.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $79,035.59 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: 5250 SOUTH HURON WAY #3-310, 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, 02/25/2015, 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: 1/1/2015 Last Publication: 1/29/2015 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: 11/07/2014 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 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 David R. Doughty #40042 Alison L Berry #34531 Kelly Murdock #46915 Eve M. Grina #43658 Courtney E Wright #45482 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 14-004518 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 1139-2014 Exhibit A Condominium Unit 310, in Building 3, Hickory Place Condominiums, according to the Condominium Declaration for Hickory Place Condominiums recorded March 14, 1984, in Book 4110 at Page 592, in the records of the County of Arapahoe, Colorado, said Condominium is further defined and described by the Condominium Map of Hickory Place Condominiums recorded May 11, 1984, in Plat Book 74 at Page 50 of said records, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado Public Notice NO.: 1139-2014 First Publication: 1/1/2015 Last Publication: 1/29/2015 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

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Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public notice is given on January 6, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

Public notice is given on January 21, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of a minor child has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of petition requests that the name of ToThompson advertise publicThe notices call 303-566-4100 Frederich Allen beyour changed Yolanda Mitchell Fernandez to Frederick Allen Thompson be changed to Case No.: 2015 C 300012 Yolanda Mitchell Zelaya Fernandez Case No.: 2015 C 300081 Tammera Herivel By: J. Kaufmann, Deputy Clerk By: Judge C. N. Chauche

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Legal Notice No: 55705 First Publication: January 15, 2015 Last Publication: January 29, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public notice is given on January 7, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

Public notice is given on January 21, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of a minor child has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Michael Steven Curran be changed to Michael Ian Merovech Case No.: 2015 C 300017

The petition requests that the name of Carlos Daniel Fernandez be changed to Carlos Daniel Zelaya Fernandez Case No.: 2015 C 300083

Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk

By: Judge C. N. Chauche

Legal Notice No: 55709 First Publication: January 15, 2015 Last Publication: January 29, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on January 7, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Mishala Andrea Garcia be changed to Michaela Scota Michaels Merovech Case No.: 2015 C 300015 Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 55710 First Publication: January 15, 2015 Last Publication: January 29, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE

Legal Notice No: 55743 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: February 12, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on January 20, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Tammy Rose Lipa be changed to Timothy Sebastian Lipa.

Case No.: 2015 C 300071 By: Judge C.N. Chauche Legal Notice No: 55745 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: February 12, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Notice To Creditors

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public notice is given on January 13, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Barbara J. Fey, aka Barbara Fey, Deceased Case Number: 2014 PR 31046

The petition requests that the name of Karen Jensen Shoemaker be changed to Karen Jensen Ozias Case No.: 2015C-300043 By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 55719 First Publication: January 22, 2015 Last Publication: February 5, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on January 14, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Jemal Jeldo Kimo be changed to Kassim Furi Seid Case No.: 2015 C 300049 Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 55725 First Publication: January 22, 2015 Last Publication: February 5, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on January 14, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of a minor child has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Kathleen Lin HAHN WHITE be changed to Kathleen Lin Hahn WHITE Case No.: 2015 C 300058 Tammera Herivel By: J. Kaufman, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 55727 First Publication: January 22, 2015 Last Publication: February 5, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on January 15, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Sara Lynn Ludwig be changed to Sara Lynn Delohery Case No.: 2015 C 300063 Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 55728 First Publication: January 22, 2015 Last Publication: February 5, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on January 21, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Rogelio Felipe Leon Palomino be changed to Rogelio Felipe Leon.

Case No.: 2015 C 300079 By: Judge C.N. Chauche Legal Notice No: 55740 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: February 12, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public notice is given on January 6, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

Public notice is given on January 21, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of a minor child has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Frederich Allen Thompson be changed to Frederick Allen Thompson Case No.: 2015 C 300012

The petition requests that the name of Yolanda Mitchell Fernandez be changed to Yolanda Mitchell Zelaya Fernandez Case No.: 2015 C 300081

Legal Notice No: 55705 First Publication: January 15, 2015 Last Publication: January 29, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Legal Notice No: 55742 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: February 12, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Tammera Herivel By: J. Kaufmann, Deputy Clerk

Name Changes

By: Judge C. N. Chauche Legal Notice No: 55742 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: February 12, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Co-Personal Representatives or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 18, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Andrea Barnet Karen Kim Springer Co-Personal Representatives c/o Scobie & Morlang, LLC 1660 S. Albion Street, Suite 918 Denver, Colorado 80222 Legal Notice No: 3395 First Publication: January 16, 2015 Last Publication: January 30, 2015 Publisher: Englewood Herald PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Mary B. Gosselink, aka Mary Bernardine Gosselink, aka Mary Gosselink, aka M B Gosselink, Deceased Case Number: 2014 PR 31071 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 16, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Theresa Danek Personal Representative c/o Mark D. Masters, Esq. 2696 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 350 Denver, Colorado 80222 Legal Notice No: 3409 First Publication: January 16, 2015 Last Publication: January 30, 2015 Publisher: Englewood Herald PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Joseph D. Kiss, a/k/a Joseph Daniel Kiss, a/k/a Joseph Kiss, a/k/a Joe Daniel Kiss, a/k/a Joe D. Kiss, a/k/a Joe Kiss, Deceased Case Number 2014PR31093 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Arapahoe, County, Colorado on or before May 16, 2015, or the claims may be forever barred.

Leamon Lane Personal Representative 840 E. Oakwood Ave. Centennial, CO 80121 Legal Notice No.: 3410 First Publication: January 16, 2015 Last Publication: January 30, 2015 Publisher: The Englewood Herald Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Paul W. Muller, Deceased Case Number 15PR30002 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 30, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Kevin Zaloudek Attorney for the Personal Representative 600 17th Street, Ste, 2800 Denver, CO 80202 Legal Notice No.: 55734 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: February 12, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Mary A, HARRIS, also known as Mary Harris, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30005 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 4, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Donald A. Burkhardt Personal Representative 3773 Cherry Creek N. Drive, #575 Denver, CO 80209 Legal Notice No: 3434 First Publication: January 30, 2015 Last Publication: February 13, 2015 Publisher: Englewood Herald

above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 22, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Number: (303) 989-5235 30 Fax E-mail: Tonysturniolo@aol.com

Attorney Registration No.: 8491 Case Number: 2014 DR 30864 Div.: 11

30 The Independent | The Herald Notice To Creditors PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of C. Edward Williams, also known as Edward Williams, Deceased Case Number: 2014 PR 30697 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 4, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Amy L. Bartell Personal Representative ℅ Donald A. Burkhardt 3773 Cherry Creek N. Drive, #575 Denver, CO 80209 Legal Notice No: 3435 First Publication: January 30, 2015 Last Publication: February 13, 2015 Publisher: Englewood Herald PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Ruth J. Mees, AKA Ruth A. Mees, Deceased Case Number: 2015PR30000 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 16, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Donna M. Bocchetto Personal Representative 1741 Lexington Street Houston, TX 77098 Legal Notice No: 55691 First Publication: January 15, 2015 Last Publication: January 29, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Arthur L. Snyder, Deceased Case Number: 2014 PR 031036 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 16, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Donald M. Snyder Personal Representative 23151 Loggers Trail Evergreen, CO 80439 Legal Notice No: 55692 First Publication: January 15, 2015 Last Publication: January 29, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Annetta Marie Cox, aka Annetta M. Cox, aka Annetta Cox, Deceased Case Number: 2014 PR 31088 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 15, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Susan Hamman Personal Representative 4561 Gibraltar Way Denver, Colorado 80249 Legal Notice No: 55693 First Publication: January 15, 2015 Last Publication: January 29, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of RICHARD F. ANDERSON, AKA RICHARD FLEET ANDERSON, Deceased Case Number: 14 PR 31095 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 15, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Paul Thomas Anderson Personal Representative to the Estate 6691 W. Frost Avenue Littleton, CO 80128 Legal Notice No: 55697 First Publication: January 15, 2015 Last Publication: January 29, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Gale Bruce Anstine, aka Gale B. Anstine, aka Gale Anstine, Deceased Case Number: 2014 PR 31097 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 15, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Ginny Peirce Anstine Aka Ginny P. Anstine Personal Representative 5924 S. Coventry Lane East Littleton, Colorado 80123 Legal Notice No: 55707 First Publication: January 15, 2015 Last Publication: January 29, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Lloyd L. Jones, Deceased Case Number: 13 PR 0065 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 22, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Brian L. Jones Personal Representative 6546 S Elm Circle Centennial, CO 80121 Legal Notice No: 55711 First Publication: January 22, 2015 Last Publication: February 5, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Beth Caby, Kirk R. Lundquist, And Ruthanne Zueger Personal Representatives 1391 S. Cherokee Street Denver, Colorado 80233

Notice To Creditors

Legal Notice No: 55712 First Publication: January 22, 2015 Last Publication: February 5, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Patricia Deveney Hartmeier, aka Patricia D. Hartmeier, aka Patricia Deveney Merrion, aka Patrica Jane Deveney, Deceased Case Number: 2014 PR 31074 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 22, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Matthew Deveney Merrion aka Matthew D. Merrion Personal Representative c/o Walter M. Kelly II Miller & Steiert, P.C. 1901 W. Littleton Blvd.

Littleton, Colorado 80120 Legal Notice No: 55714 First Publication: January 22, 2015 Last Publication: February 5, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Robert William Turner Jr. aka Robert W. Turner Jr., Deceased Case Number: 2014 PR 31100 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 22, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

John R. Wachsmann, No. 12964 Attorney for the Personal Representative 6053 S. Quebec, No. 103 Englewood, Colorado 80111 Legal Notice No: 55715 First Publication: January 22, 2015 Last Publication: February 5, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Raymond Merritt Orth, Jr., aka Raymond M. Orth, Jr., aka Raymond Orth, Jr., aka Raymond Merritt Orth, aka Raymond M. Orth, aka Raymond Orth, Deceased Case Number: 2014 PR 31031 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 22, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Nicole Tapp Personal Representative 7106 South Elm Court Centennial, Colorado 80122 Legal Notice No: 55723 First Publication: January 22, 2015 Last Publication: February 5, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Nadine Joy Weith, aka Nadine J. Weith, aka Nadine Weith, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 30036 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 22, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Luke S. Weith Personal Representative c/o Katz, Look & Onorato, P.C. 1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 1100 Denver, Colorado 80203 Legal Notice No: 55724 First Publication: January 22, 2015 Last Publication: February 5, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Annie Trujillo, Deceased Case Number: 2015 PR 12 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 1, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Matthew M. Grogan Personal Representative 5224 Camargo Road Littleton, Colorado 80123 Legal Notice No: 55730 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: February 12, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Esther M. Achziger, Deceased Case Number: 2014 PR 31103 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Co-Personal Representatives or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 1, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Gary M. Achziger Co-Personal Representative 1550 Excelsior Avenue Oakland, California 94062 Lowell B. Achziger Co-Personal Representative 141 Federal Twist Road Stockton, New Jersey 08559 Legal Notice No: 55732 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: February 12, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Susan Beth Lundquist, aka Susan B. Lundquist, aka Susan Lundquist, Deceased Case Number: 15PR30001

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Deborah A. Jenkins, aka Deborah Anne Jenkins, Deceased Case Number: 2014 PR 31057

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 22, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

Beth Caby, Kirk R. Lundquist, And Ruthanne Zueger Personal Representatives 1391 S. Cherokee Street Denver, Colorado 80233 Legal Notice No: 55712 First Publication: January 22, 2015 Last Publication: February 5, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 29, 2015 or the claims may be forever barred.

William H. Jenkins, III Personal Representative 4814 Autumn Lakes Missouri City, Texas 77459 Legal Notice No: 55744 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: February 12, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

SUMMONS FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE

Misc. Private Legals Public Notice COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120 Plaintiff:CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A. vs.

Defendant(s):EDWIN MANGARAHON David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913 Case Number: 09C303105 NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the judgment entered in the instant matter on March 13, 2009 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), EDWIN MANGARAHON , shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he/she/they has/have, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect.

WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 14th day of October, 2014. /s/ clerk of the court Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 55726 First Publication: January 22, 2015 Last Publication: February 19, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF LIENED PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that a public sale will be held on or after FEB. 24, 2015 at 10:00 A.M. at 101 E. Centennial Avenue, City of Englewood, County of Arapahoe, Colorado. BROOKRIDGE SELF-STORAGE will sell to satisfy the lien on the property stored at 101 E. Centennial Avenue, Englewood, CO 80113 by the following persons. The inventories listed below were notated by the tenants at the time of rental. BROOKRIDGE SELFSTORAGE makes no representation or warranty that the units contain said inventories.

C006: JOB R. MARTINEZ 2227 W. 34th Ave., Denver, CO 80121 Furniture, Cleaning Equip. Toys, Misc.

Boxes E021: TONYA M. GRANDERSON 1709 Fulton St. Aurora, CO 80010 Electronics, Appliance, Misc. Bags & Boxes E326: DARLENE MARIE PATMORE P.O. BOX 709 Englewood, CO 80151 Cleaning Equip. Electronics, Furniture, Luggage, Bedding, Appliance, Misc.

Boxes & Bags Purchases must be made with cash and paid for at the time of purchase. No one under the age of 18 is allowed to attend the sale. The landlord reserves the right to bid at the sale. All purchased goods are sold “as is” and must be removed by 6:00 pm on the day of the sale. Buyers must provide a current original or a photocopy of their original resale permit at time of sale in lieu of sales tax. This sale is subject to prior cancellation in the event of settlement between landlord and obligated party.

Legal Notice No.: 3436 First Publication: January 30, 2015 Last Publication: February 6, 2015 Publisher: The Englewood Herald PUBLIC NOTICE SeaWatch Plantation Owners Association, Inc. v. The Fireside Registry, LLC. Civil Action No. 2014-CP-26-5704 Court of Common Pleas, Fifteenth Judicial Circuit, Horry County, South Carolina TO: THE FIRESIDE REGISTRY, LLC YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above referenced Civil Action within thirty (30) days after the first publication of this Summons and to serve a copy of your Answer to the Complaint on the Plaintiff’s attorney at the following address: Butler Law, LLC Attn: Dan V. Butler, Esq. 1293 Professional Drive, Ste 224 Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 For your information, the Complaint was filed August 27, 2014 with the Clerk of Court for Horry County, South Carolina.

You can obtain a copy of the Complaint from the Office of the Horry County Clerk of Court located at1301 2nd Ave, Conway, South Carolina.

If you fail to answer the Complaint within the time aforesaid, the Plaintiff in this action will apply to the Court for the relief demanded in the Complaint and judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. The Answer must be in writing and signed by you or your attorney and must state your address, or the address of your attorney if signed by your attorney.

BUTLER LAW, LLC Dan V. Butler, Esq. 1293 Professional Drive, Ste 224 Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 Ph: (843) 855-3157 Fax: (707) 348-1560 Email: dbutler@butlerlaw.net Attorney for the Plaintiff Legal Notice No.: 55716 First Publication: January 22, 2015 Last Publication: February 5, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S. Potomac St, Centennial, CO 80112 In re the Marriage of: Petitioner: TIMOTHY L. BROTZMAN Respondent: BRIDGETT BROTZMAN Attorney For Petitioner Anthony J. Sturniolo Sturniolo & Associates 5353 W. Dartmouth Ave., Suite 307 Denver, CO 80227 Phone Number: (303) 831-4400 Fax Number: (303) 989-5235 E-mail: Tonysturniolo@aol.com Attorney Registration No.: 8491 Case Number: 2014 DR 30864 Div.: 11 SUMMONS FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE To the Respondent named above, this Summons serves as a notice to appear in this case.

If you were served in the State of Colorado, you must file your Response with the clerk of this Court within 21 days after this Summons is served on you to participate

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To the Respondent named above, this Summons serves as a notice to appear in this case.

If you were served in the State of Colorado, you must file your Response with the clerk of this Court within 21 days after this Summons is served on you to participate in this action.

If you were served outside of the State of Colorado or you were served by publication, you must file your Response with the clerk of this Court within 35 days after this Summons is served on you to participate in this action.

Your response must be accompanied by the $116.00 filing fee.

After 91 days from the date of service or publication, the Court may enter a Decree affecting your marital status, distribution of property and debts, issues involving children such as child support, allocation of parental responsibilities (decision-making and parenting time), maintenance (spousal support), attorney fees, and costs to the extent the Court has jurisdiction.

If you fail to file a Response in this case, any or all of the matters above, or any related matters which come before this Court, may be decided without further notice to you.

This is an action to obtain a Decree of: Dissolution of Marriage or Legal Separation as more fully described in the attached Petition, and if you have children, for orders regarding the children of the marriage.

Notice: §14-10-107, C.R.S. provides that upon the filing of a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage or Legal Separation by the Petitioner and Co-Petitioner, or upon personal service of the Petition and Summons on the Respondent, or upon waiver and acceptance of service by the Respondent, an automatic temporary injunction shall be in effect against both parties until the Final Decree is entered, or the Petition is dismissed, or until further Order of the Court. Either party may apply to the Court for further temporary orders, an expanded temporary injunction, or modification or revocation under §14-10-108, C.R.S. A request for genetic tests shall not prejudice the requesting party in matters concerning allocation of parental responsibilities pursuant to §14-10-124(1.5), C.R.S. If genetic tests are not obtained prior to a legal establishment of paternity and submitted into evidence prior to the entry of the final decree of dissolution or legal separation, the genetic tests may not be allowed into evidence at a later date.

Automatic Temporary Injunction – By Order of Colorado Law, You and Your Spouse are: 1. Restrained from transferring, encumbering, concealing or in any way disposing of, without the consent of the other party or an Order of the Court, any marital property, except in the usual course of business or for the necessities of life.

Each party is required to notify the other party of any proposed extraordinary expenditures and to account to the Court for all extraordinary expenditures made after the injunction is in effect; 2. Enjoined from molesting or disturbing the peace of the other party; 3. Restrained from removing the minor children of the parties, if any, from the State without the consent of the other party or an Order of the Court; and 4. Restrained without at least 14 days advance notification and the written consent of the other party or an Order of the Court, from canceling, modifying, terminating, or allowing to lapse for nonpayment of premiums, any policy of health insurance, homeowner’s or renter’s insurance, or automobile insurance that provides coverage to either of the parties or the minor children or any policy of life insurance that names either of the parties or the minor children as a beneficiary.

Date: October 3, 2014 Signature of the Clerk of Court/Deputy Original Signature on file /s/ Anthony J. Sturniolo #8491 Signature of the Attorney for the Petitioner (if any) Legal NoticeNo.: 55718 First Publication: January 22, 2015 Last Publication: February 19, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2014CV031878 Div. 308 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY The Willows At Highline Condominium Association, Inc., Plaintiff, v.

Muwanga, David; The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of the CWABS, Inc., Asset Backed Certificates, Series 2005-6; Department of the Treasury-Internal Revenue Service; Cynthia Dianne Mares as Arapahoe County Public Trustee and Sue Sandstrom as Arapahoe County Treasurer, Defendant(s) Regarding: Condominium Unit 30 in Condominium Building 14, THE WILLOWS AT HIGHLINE (A CONDOMINIUM), according to the Condominium map thereof, recorded November 8, 1985, in Book 86 at Page 40, and Supplement recorded November 29, 1985 under Redemption No. 2606078 and Supplement recorded January19, 1986, under Reception No. 2634377 and Supplement recorded June 18, 1986 under Reception No. 286226 and Supplement recorded August 29, 1986 under Reception No.2715913 and Supplement recorded December 11, 1986 under Reception No. 2765875 in the records of the office of the Clerk and Recorder of the County of Arapahoe, Colorado, and as defined and described in the Condominium Declaration for the Willows at Highline (A Condominium), recorded on November 8, 1985 in Book 4594 at Page 166, and Amended in instrument recorded November 29, 1985 in Book 4610 at Page 240, and re-recorded December 19, 1985 in Book 4626 at Page 694 and amended in instrument recorded January 19,1986 in Book 4677 at Page 229, and amended in instrument recorded June 27,1986 in Book 4798 at Page 663, and as amended in instrument recorded October 23, 1986 in Book 4930 at Page 393 and as amended in instrument recorded December 15, 1986 in Book 4985 at Page 169 in said records, County of Arapahoe, Sate of Colorado.

Also known as: 2023 S. Xenia Way, Denver, CO 80231.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS or JUDGMENT DEBTORS, Please take notice: You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe County at 13101 E. Broncos Parkway, Centennial Colorado, 80112, at 10:00 a.m. on the 19th day of March, 2015 at which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale.

You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe County at 13101 E. Broncos Parkway, Centennial Colorado, 80112, at 10:00 a.m. on the 19th day of March, 2015 at which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale.

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*BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE.** PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Judgment is in the amount of $8,731.05 Inquiries regarding this sale should be directed to ARAPAHOE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE, CIVIL DIVISION, telephone 720-874-3851.

Signed this 22nd day of December, 2014.

David C. Walcher, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 55682 First Publication: January 22, 2015 Last Publication: February 19, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2014CV32200, Division/Courtroom 402 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Plaintiff: QUINCY LAKE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado nonprofit corporation Defendants: STEPHANIE MILLS; DISCOVER BANK TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This is to advise you that the above-captioned action is pending. An Order and Decree for Judicial Foreclosure has been entered in this action concerning an assessment lien by the Plaintiff, Quincy Lake Condominium Association, Inc., pursuant to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act, Colorado Revised Statutes, §3833.3-316(2)(a), and the Plaintiff’s Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Quincy Lake Condominiums, Notice of (said) Assessment Lien being recorded on January 23, 2008, at Reception No. B8008923 in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Arapahoe County, State of Colorado (the “Assessment Lien”).

The name, address and telephone number of the attorneys representing the holders of the Assessment Lien being foreclosed are Lansky, Weigler & Porter (contact Wendy E. Weigler, Esq.) 1401 17th Street, Suite 560, Denver, Colorado 80202, telephone number 303-297-1900.

The real property which is the subject matter of this litigation, which is the property subject to the Assessment Lien, is situated in Arapahoe County, and is described as follows, to-wit: CONDOMINIUM UNIT 105, BUILDING 22, QUINCY LAKE CONDOMINIUMS PHASE VI, IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND SUBJECT TO THE DECLARATION COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS OF QUINCY LAKE CONDOMINIUMS RECORDED AT THE CLERK AND RECORDER’S OFFICE ON MARCH 31, 1983 IN BOOK 2828 AT PAGE 192, AND AMENDED JUNE 23, 1983 IN BOOK 3895 AT PAGE 651, AND AMENDED MAY 23, 1983 IN BOOK 3870 AT PAGE 546, AND SUPPLEMENTS RECORDED AUGUST 25, 1983 IN BOOK 3951 AT PAGE 586, AND ON SEPTEMBER 29, 1983 IN BOOK 3980 AT PAGE 785 AND ON OCTOBER 11, 1983 IN BOOK 3990 AT PAGE 231, AND MAP RECORDED JANUARY 3, 1983 AT PLAT BOOK 60, AT PAGE 50, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO SAID CONDOMINIUMS IS FURTHER DEPICTED AND DESCRIBED ON THE MAP OF DISCOVERY AT QUINCY LAKE PHASE VI, RECORDED SEPTEMBER 29, 1983 AT PLAT BOOK 68, AT PAGES 30-36, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known as 17488 E. Rice Circle, Unit D, Aurora, Colorado 80015-2795.

The Plaintiff named above is the judgment creditor in this action and the lienor of the Property pursuant to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act, Colorado Revised Statutes, § 38-33.3316(2)(a), and the Plaintiff’s Declaration.

As of November 4, 2014, the outstanding balance due and owing on such judgment is $13,625.18.

NOTE: THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. I shall offer for public sale to the highest bidder, at public auction, all the right, title and interest of the Defendant in said property on March 26, 2015 at 10:00 a.m., at the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 E. Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado 80112.

BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. DATED at Centennial, Colorado this 31st day of December, 2014.

David Walcher Sheriff, County of Arapahoe, Colorado BY: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 55685 Published in: Littleton Independent 7315 S Revere Pkwy, Ste 603 Centennial, CO 80112 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: February 26, 2015 Public Notice District Court, Arapahoe County, Colorado 7325 S. Potomac St, Centennial, CO 80112 Civil Action No. 2014CV032188 Div. 204 Plaintiff: U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION v.

Defendants: EDWARD C. LEASE; ANNE Y. LEASE; SINGLE SOURCE OFFICE SOLUTIONS, INC., a Colorado corporation; CYNTHIA D. MARES, in her official capacity as Public Trustee of Arapahoe County, Colorado.

SHERIFF’S NOTICE OF SALE Under a Judgment, Decree of Foreclosure and Order for Sale entered November 13, 2014, in the above captioned action, the Sheriff of Arapahoe County, Colorado, is ordered to sell certain real property described as follows: Original Grantor of Deed of Trust: Edward C. Lease and Anne Y. Lease Original Beneficiary of Deed of Trust: U.S. Bank National Association Current Holder (“Holder”) of Evidence of Debt (“Debt”) Secured by Deed of Trust: U.S. Bank National Association Date of Deed of Trust: October 15, 2008 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: October 23, 2008 County of Recording: Arapahoe County Reception No. of Recorded Deed of Trust: B8118861 Original Principal Balance of Debt: $495,000.00 Outstanding

is ordered to sell certain real property described as follows:

January 29, 2015

Original Grantor of Deed of Trust: Edward C. Lease and Anne Y. Lease Original Beneficiary of Deed of Trust: U.S. Bank National Association Current Holder (“Holder”) of Evidence of Debt (“Debt”) Secured by Deed of Trust: U.S. Bank National Association Date of Deed of Trust: October 15, 2008 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: October 23, 2008 County of Recording: Arapahoe County Reception No. of Recorded Deed of Trust: B8118861 Original Principal Balance of Debt: $495,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance of Debt as of the Date of this Notice: $450,194.79 Amount of Judgment entered November 13, 2014: Balance due on Evidence of Debt and any other amounts incidental to foreclosure, including, without limitation, costs, attorneys’ fees, receivers’ fees, association dues, and the like. No monetary judgment entered on Promissory Note due to Grantor’s bankruptcy.

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Description of property to be foreclosed: CONDOMINIUM UNIT 140, BUSINESS SUITES AT 99 INVERNESS, ACCORDING TO THE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS FOR BUSINESS SUITES AT 99 INVERNESS RECORDED AUGUST 1, 2008 UNDER RECEPTION NO. B8087520 AND THE CONDOMINIUM MAP THEREOF RECORDED AUGUST 1, 2008 UNDER RECEPTION NO. B8087519 IN THE RECORDS OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. AND ALL BUILDINGS, STRUCTURES, STANDING TIMBER, TIMBER TO BE CUT, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, INVENTORY AND FURNISHINGS USED IN CONNECTION WITH THE LAND AND IMPROVEMENTS; ALL MATERIALS, CONTRACTS, DRAWINGS AND PERSONAL PROPERTY RELATING TO ANY CONSTRUCTION ON THE LAND; AND ALL OTHER IMPROVEMENTS NOW OR HEREAFTER CONSTRUCTED, AFFIXED OR LOCATED THEREON (THE “IMPROVEMENTS”) (THE LAND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS COLLECTIVELY THE “PREMISES”); TOGETHER WITH ANY AND ALL EASEMENTS, RIGHTSOF-WAY, LICENSES, PRIVILEGES, AND APPURTENANCES THERETO, AND ANY AND ALL LEASES OR OTHER AGREEMENTS FOR THE USE OR OCCUPANCY OF THE PREMISES, ALL THE RENTS, ISSUES, PROFITS OR ANY PROCEEDS THEREFROM AND ALL SECURITY DEPOSITS AND ANY GUARANTY OF A TENANT’S OBLIGATIONS THEREUNDER (COLLECTIVELY THE “RENTS”); ALL AWARDS AS A RESULT OF CONDEMNATION, EMINENT DOMAIN OR OTHER DECREASE IN VALUE OF THE PREMISES AND ALL INSURANCE AND OTHER PROCEEDS OF THE PREMISES. And having the following commonly known address: 99 Inverness Drive East, Suite 140, Englewood, Colorado 80112.

YOU ARE NOTIFIED AS FOLLOWS: The covenant violations under the Debt or Deed of Trust or both on which the demand for foreclosure is based are including, but not limited to, the failure to make timely payments of principal and interest required under said Deed of Trust and the Evidence of Debt secured thereby. The legal holder of the indebtedness has accelerated the same and declares the indebtedness immediately due and payable.

Therefore, Notice is hereby given that the Sheriff of Arapahoe County, Colorado, will, at 10 o’clock a.m., on March 26, 2015, at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado, 80112, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the Property described above, and all interest of said Grantor and the heirs and assigns of said Grantor therein, for the purpose of paying the judgment amount entered herein, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, as provided by law. *BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE.* All inquiries must be directed to or conducted at the ARAPAHOE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE, CIVIL DIVISION, telephone 720-874-3851.

The name, address, business telephone number, and bar registration number of each of the attorneys representing the holder of the Evidence of Debt are as follows: Moye White LLP David A. Laird, #31067 Amanda R. Bertrand, #40324 1400 16th Street 6th Floor Denver, CO 80202 (303) 292-2900 THE PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AND DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE DEED OF TRUST. THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. Dated this 31st day of December 2014.

David C. Walcher, Sheriff, Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Acting Sgt. Troy Waller Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 55683 First Publication Date: January 29, 2015 Last Publication Date: February 26, 2015 Published in: Littleton Independent, 7315 S. Revere Pkwy., #603, Centennial, CO 80112

Public Notice COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120 Plaintiff:CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A. vs.

Defendant(s):MARY WISE David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913 Case Number: 09C302751 NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the judgment entered in the instant matter on March 13, 2009 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), MARY WISE , shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he/she/they has/have, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect.

WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 10th day of October, 2014. /s/ Clerk of the Court Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 55722 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: February 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

January 29, 2015 Misc. Private Legals PUBLIC NOTICE COUNTY COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO 1790 W. LITTLETON BLVD. LITTLETON, CO 80120 Plaintiff:UNIFUND CCR PARTNERS vs.

Defendant(s):THOMAS ESPINOSA David A. Bauer, #7576 David A. Bauer, P.C. 2594 South Lewis Way, Suite A Lakewood, Colorado 80227 Phone: 303-986-1200 Fax: 303-988-8913 Case Number: 09C303935 NOTICE TO SHOW CAUSE WHEREAS, Plaintiff has moved this Court pursuant to said rules of civil procedure that the judgment entered in the instant matter on April 3, 2009 in favor of the Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), THOMAS ESPINOSA , shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he/she/they has/have, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect.

WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 17th day of September, 2014.

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/s/ Tammy Herivel Clerk of the Court

Legal Notice No.: 55741 First Publication: January 29, 2015 PUBLIC NOTICE Last Publication: February 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on January 22, 2015 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Eric Kent Peterson be changed to Erin Michelle Peterson

Plaintiff and against the Defendant(s) which judgment remains unsatisfied, be revived, NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, the Defendant(s), THOMAS ESPINOSA , shall show cause within fourteen (14) days from the service of this Notice to Show Cause if any he/she/they has/have, why the judgment heretofore entered should not be revived with like force and effect.

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WITNESS the hand and seal of the Clerk of the Court in LITTLETON, Colorado, this 17th day of September, 2014. /s/ Tammy Herivel Clerk of the Court Legal Notice No.: 55741 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: February 26, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Government Legals PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF LITTLETON PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE ZONING MATTER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE FOLLOWING PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BY THE CITY OF LITTLETON AT THE CITY CENTER, 2255 WEST BERRY AVENUE, LITTLETON, COLORADO: TO CONSIDER AN APPLICATION TO REZONE APPROXIMATELY 3.5 ACRES FROM I-1, LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT TO PD-I PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AND THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY RESIDENTIAL CENTER GENERAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PLAN CONCERNING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2135 WEST CHENANGO AVENUE. APPROVAL OF THE REZONING AND GENERAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PLAN WILL ALLOW FOR A COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS FACILITY. ALL THOSE WISHING TO BE HEARD SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE STATED BELOW. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL THE LITTLETON PLANNING DIVISION AT 303-795-3748.

Case No.: 2015 C 300087 CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING AT 6:30 P.M. ON February 17, 2015 Tammera Herivel By: Tisha Scott, Deputy Clerk APPLICANT: Arapahoe County Residential Center Legal Notice No: 55746 CITYPublication: STAFF CONTACT: First January 29, 2015 jdickinson@littletongov.org Last Publication: February 12, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent Legal Notice No.: 55721 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: January 29, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

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BERRY AVENUE, LITTLETON, COLORADO: TO CONSIDER AN APPLICATION TO REZONE APPROXIMATELY 3.5 ACRES FROM I-1, LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT TO PD-I PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AND THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY RESIDENTIAL CENTER GENERAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PLAN CONCERNING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2135 WEST CHENANGO AVENUE. APPROVAL OF THE REZONING AND GENERAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PLAN WILL ALLOW FOR A COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS FACILITY. ALL THOSE WISHING TO BE HEARD SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THE TIME AND PLACE STATED BELOW. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL THE LITTLETON PLANNING DIVISION AT 303-795-3748.

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CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING AT 6:30 P.M. ON February 17, 2015 APPLICANT: Arapahoe County Residential Center

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Columbine Valley Board of Trustees shall hold a public hearing concerning approval of a Final Development Plan and Final Subdivision Plat for a residential development known as Wilder Lane located on property generally located at 6000 So. Platte Canyon Drive, approximately 600 – 1,000 feet south of the intersection of Platte Canyon Drive and Bowles Avenue on the east side of Platte Canyon Drive and property located at 6051 So. Middlefield Road, pursuant to the Town of Columbine Valley Zoning Regulations.

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The public hearing shall be held before the Board of Trustees on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at the hour of 6:00 PM, or as soon as possible thereafter as the agenda of the Board of Trustees permits, at 2 Middlefield Road, Columbine Valley, Colorado. Further information is available by calling 303-795-1434 /s/ J.D. McCrumb, Town Clerk

CITY STAFF CONTACT: jdickinson@littletongov.org

Legal Notice No.: 55738 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: January 29, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Legal Notice No.: 55721 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: January 29, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

PUBLIC NOTICE LITTLETON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

PUBLIC NOTICE Town of Columbine Valley Notice of Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that the Town of Columbine Valley Board of Trustees shall hold a public hearing concerning approval of a Final Development Plan and Final Subdivision Plat for a residential development known as Wilder Lane located on property generally located at 6000 So. Platte Canyon Drive, approximately 600 – 1,000 feet south of the intersection of Platte Canyon Drive and Bowles Avenue on the east side of Platte Canyon Drive and property located at 6051 So. Middlefield Road, pursuant to the Town of Columbine Valley Zoning Regulations.

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The public hearing shall be held before the Board of Trustees on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at the hour of 6:00 PM, or as soon as possible thereafter as the agenda of the Board PUBLIC of Trustees permits, at 2 MidNOTICE dlefield Road, Columbine Valley, Colorado. Further information is available by Public Notice of Petition calling 303-795-1434 for Change of Name /s/ J.D. McCrumb, Town Clerk Public notice is given on January 22, 2015 Legal that a Notice PetitionNo.: for a55738 Change of Name of First Publication: January 29, 2015 an adult has beenJanuary filed with Arapahoe Last Publication: 29,the 2015 County Court.

Publisher: Littleton Independent The petition requests that the name of Tila Dayan Cordero Castillo

Pursuant to the liquor laws of the State of Colorado, JP Nori Sushi & Japanese Cuisine Inc, doing business as JP Nori Sushi & Japanese Cuisine, 5302 S. Federal Circle, Littleton, CO, has requested the licensing officials of the City of Littleton, Colorado, to grant a Hotel and Restaurant liquor license to sell malt, vinous, and spirituous liquor for consumption on the premises only. The applicant is a corporation: Victor Lii Zhu / Hua An Lu, 5157 S. Malaya Ct., Centennial, CO The public hearing on the application will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber of the Littleton Center, 2255 West Berry Avenue, Littleton, Colorado.

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By order of the Licensing Authority of the City of Littleton, be changed to Colorado.

Dayan Idalie Cordero Castillo /s/ Colleen L. Norton, Acting City Clerk Case No.: 2015 C 300092 Legal Notice No.: 55739 Tammera Herivel January 29, 2015 First Publication: Last Publication: By: Deputy Clerk January 29, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent Legal Notice No: 55686 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: February 12, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Cuisine Inc, doing business as JP Nori Sushi & Japanese Cuisine, 5302 S. Federal Circle, Littleton, CO, has requested the licensing officials of the City of Littleton, Colorado, to grant a Hotel and Restaurant liquor license to sell malt, vinous, and spirituous liquor for consumption on the premises only. The applicant is a corporation:

by Subsection 24-6-402(2)(c), C..R.S., to designate annually at the District Board’s first regular meeting of each calendar year, the place at which the notice will be posted at least 24 hours prior to each meeting.

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Victor Lii Zhu / Hua An Lu, 5157 S. Malaya Ct., Centennial, CO

The public hearing on the application will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber of the Littleton Center, 2255 West Berry Avenue, Littleton, Colorado.

By order of the Licensing Authority of the City of Littleton, Colorado. /s/ Colleen L. Norton, Acting City Clerk Legal Notice No.: 55739 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: January 29, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NORMANDY ESTATES METROPOLITAN RECREATION DISTRICT RESOLUTION DESIGNATING LOCATION TO POST NOTICE WHEREAS, Special Districts are required

by Subsection 24-6-402(2)(c), C..R.S., to designate annually at the District Board’s first regular meeting of each calendar year, the place at which the notice will be posted at least 24 hours prior to each meeting.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED

BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF NORMANDY ESTATES METROPOLITAN RECREATION DISTRICT AS FOLLOWS:

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED

BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF NORMANDY ESTATES METROPOLITAN RECREATION DISTRICT AS FOLLOWS:

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1. Notices of meetings of Normandy Estates Metropolitan Recreation District Board of Directors required pursuant to Section 24-6-401, et seq., C.R.S., shall be posted within the boundaries of the District at least 24 hours prior to each meeting at the following location within the District boundaries: 5380 West Coal Mine Avenue, Littleton, Colorado; and Billboards located on both sides of Normandy Parkway, Littleton, Colorado 2. Notices of regular or special meetings required to be posted at three public places within the District and at the offices of the Jefferson and Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder at least 72 hours prior to said meeting shall continue to be made pursuant to Section 32-1903(2), C.R.S. Adopted this 14th day of January, 2015.

NORMANDY ESTATES METROPOLITAN RECREATION DISTRICT By: Carey Wirtzfeld Carey Wirtzfeld, Chairman ATTEST: By: Janice Bird Janice Bird, Secretary/ Treasurer Legal Notice No: 55731 First Publication: January 29, 2015 Last Publication: February 12, 2015 Publisher: Littleton Independent

BE Informed!

1. Notices of meetings of Normandy Estates Metropolitan Recreation District Board of Directors required pursuant to Section 24-6-401, et seq., C.R.S., shall be posted within the boundaries of the District at least 24 hours prior to each meeting at the following location within the District boundaries:

5380 West Coal Mine Avenue, Littleton, Colorado; and Billboards located on both sides of Normandy Parkway, Littleton, Colorado 2. Notices of regular or special meetings required to be posted at three public places within the District and at the offices of the Jefferson and Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder at least 72 hours prior to said meeting shall continue to be made pursuant to Section 32-1903(2), C.R.S.

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Adopted this 14th day of January, 2015.

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NORMANDY ESTATES METROPOLITAN RECREATION DISTRICT By: Carey Wirtzfeld Carey Wirtzfeld, Chairman ATTEST: By: Janice Bird Janice Bird, Secretary/ Treasurer

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CITY OF LITTLETON CHARTER, SECTION 83 (J), THE FOLLOWING IS A LISTING OF DISBURSEMENTS OVER $500.00Legal FOR THE MONTH OCTOBER 2014 Notice No: OF 55731 MILE COURT REPORTING VIDEO $1,486.00 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES DOUBLE R EXCAVATING INC $312,607.96 CONTRACTED PROJECT AMOUNT DESCRIPTION FirstHIGH Publication: January 29, &2015 MINES & ASSOCIATES PC 12, 2015 $2,053.10 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS DRIVE TRAIN INDUSTRIES $4,985.82 PARTS/SERVICE/REPAIR Last Publication: February MINUTEMAN PRESSIndependent $1,730.60 SUPPLIES E G TERMINAL $518.44 PARTS/SERVICE/REPAIR A & S BURGER INVESTMENTS $5,145.00 LEASE AGREEMENT Publisher: Littleton MOORE MEDICAL LLC $13,864.31 SUPPLIES EC COMPANY AURORA $5,168.34 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES A E TIRE $2,810.84 TIRES MPB CONTRACTORS, INC. $7,316.90 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES EON OFFICE PRODUCTS $1,554.20 SUPPLIES A HOUSE OF FLAGS $763.55 SUPPLIES NATHAN, BREMER, DUMM & MYERS, P.C. $600.00 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ERGONOMIC SOLUTIONS $1,343.00 SUPPLIES A.J. 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$653.94 SUPPLIES TMS COUNTY SHERIFFS $2,075.00 TRAVEL/TRAINING KING SOOPERS $1,000.17 SUPPLIES CLEARWATER DIRECT MKTG SOL $25,468.58 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TRANSPO INDUSTRIES $1,483.80 SUPPLIES KISSINGER FELLMAN PC $8,721.00 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES COGENT INC $2,473.25 SUPPLIES TRIAD SERVICE SOLUTIONS $1,097.18 SUPPLIES KLEERE TECHNOLOGIES $2,670.00 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA $1,383.32 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TUCCY, JAMES JAY $1,215.00 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES KRAV MAGA WORLDWIDE $1,900.00 TRAVEL/TRAINING COLORADO INTERGOVERMENTAL $24,716.60 PROPERTY/LIABILITY INSUR U S POSTAL SERVICE $17,000.00 POSTAGE KUBAT EQUIPMENT $2,099.45 PARTS/SERVICE/REPAIR COLORADO STATE TREASURER $7,740.00 UNEMPLOYMENT INSUR UNITED SITE SERVICE $1,250.00 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES KUMPF LINCOLN MERCURY INC $583.98 PARTS/SERVICE/REPAIR COMBS JANITORIAL SERVICE $7,710.00 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES USAIRWAYS $810.30 TRAVEL/TRAINING L M RADIATOR INC $3,447.41 PARTS/SERVICE/REPAIR COMCAST $2,390.82 MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT UTILITY NOTIFICATION CENTER OF CO $665.55 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES L N CURTIS SONS $4,632.30 SUPPLIES COMPULINK MANAGEMENT $695.00 TRAVEL/TRAINING VAXSERVE, INC $1,530.51 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES LAKEWOOD PLUMBING LLC $685.40 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONCUR TECHNOLOGIES $1,750.00 TRAVEL/TRAINING VISION SERVICE PLAN $6,687.73 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS LAKEWOOD POLICE DEPARTMENT $13,500.00 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONNECTICUT GENERAL LIFE $578,583.93 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS W L CONTRACTORS INC $10,152.75 MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT LANDMARK LINCOLN MERCURY $3,814.45 PARTS/SERVICE/REPAIR CONNOLLY S TOWING $873.50 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WANCO INC $950.00 SUPPLIES LARRY GOOD & ASSOCIATES, INC. $2,100.00 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTINUUM RETAIL ENERGY SVCS $7,082.59 UTILTIES WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLIES $1,811.58 SUPPLIES LAW OFFICE OF KHALID JBILI, LLC $600.00 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CPS DISTRIBUTORS INC $2,540.61 SUPPLIES WEST METRO FIRE RESCUE $9,900.00 TRAVEL/TRAINING LAWLOGIX GROUP INC $545.20 COMPUTER LICENSES CUSTOMINK TSHIRTS $516.29 SUPPLIES WESTERN FIRE TRUCK $2,078.20 SUPPLIES LEVI CONTRACTORS, INC $4,173.80 CONTRACTED PROJECT DAVID HOULE & ASSOCIATES $1,377.99 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WESTIN CHARLOTTE $828.63 TRAVEL/TRAINING LEXISNEXIS RISK MGT $605.64 DATABASE SUBSCRIPTION DEANA SWETLIK DBA ENTELECHY LLC $2,772.36 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WESTON MASONIC TEMPLE ASSOC $1,200.00 GRANT LITTLETON PUBLIC SCHOOLS $116,670.91 GRANT DELL $2,269.12 SUPPLIES WIRELESS ADVANCED CO $32,109.98 PARTS/SERVICE/REPAIR LN CURTIS & SONS $7,499.00 PARTS/SERVICE/REPAIR DELTA AIR $1,422.90 TRAVEL/TRAINING WM EZPAY $8,491.36 UTILITIES LOW VOLTAGE INSTALLATIONS INC $1,735.27 SUPPLIES DELTA DENTAL PLAN OF COLORADO $30,670.07 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS WOLHURST ADULT COMMUNITY INC. $10,000.00 GRANT LOWES $1,775.70 SUPPLIES DENVER CITY & COUNTY $1,600.00 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WW GRAINGER $1,102.03 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES MACDONALD EQUIPMENT $680.93 PARTS/SERVICE/REPAIR DENVER INDUSTRIAL SALES & SERVICE $1,095.25 TACK COATING XCEL ENERGY $157,681.03 UTILITIES MARK VILLANO PRODUCE CO $3,622.00 SUPPLIES DENVER STREET TEAM LLC $1,144.50 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES XETA TECHNOLOGIES INC $4,183.20 MAINTENANCE MARRIOTT $1,088.76 TRAVEL/TRAINING DENVER WATER BOARD $45,440.35 UTILITIES Grand Total $3,739,159.59 MARTINEZ ASSOCIATES LLC $2,568.00 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES DENVER WATER DEPT - HYDRANTS $869.76 UTILITIES MCCOY SALES CORP $634.08 SUPPLIES DHM DESIGN CORPORATION $25,858.24 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES MEDICAL PRIORITY CONSULTANTS $790.00 TRAVEL/TRAINING DIVE RESCUE INTERNAT $977.57 SUPPLIES MELISSA AND DOUG $849.81 SUPPLIES DIVISION OF WORKERS’ COMP $953.37 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Legal Notice No.: 55733 MES FIRE $5,327.34 SUPPLIES DONAHUE PAPER EMPORIUM $1,571.50 SUPPLIES First Publication: January 29, 2015 * Last Publication: January 29, 2015 MES-ROCKY MOUNTAIN $636,050.00 EQUIPMENT DOORS WEST $869.00 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Publisher: Littleton Independent MHO NETWORKS $2,500.00 TELECOMMUNICATIONS DOUBLE EAGLE HOTEL $749.25 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