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Adams County, Colorado • Volume 49, Issue 43

Large drug sting results in 77 arrests

Law enforcement dismantle drug trafficking by gang members Staff Report

Adams County Sheriff Doug Darr is being criticized by police chiefs in the county for sticking to a 30 inmates a day cap for municipal inmates, despite the county commissioners rescinding the cap in April. Pictured is Kurt Ester, the jail’s division chief, and Darr in December 2011 at the county jail. Photos by Pam Wagner

Inmate cap issue unresolved Sheriff, chiefs at an impasse over number of inmates allowed at jail

By Tammy Kranz

tkranz@ourcoloradonews.com The Adams County sheriff and individual community police chiefs are at an impasse regarding the amount of municipal inmates that should be housed at the county jail.

Thornton, Westminster, Aurora, Commerce City and Brighton police chiefs aired public safety concerns related to inmates being turned away from the Adams County jail during a press conference May 28 at the Thornton Police Department.

Adams County Sheriff Doug Darr

The Adams County jail, located in Brighton, house inmates from area municipalities.

Inmate continues on Page 20

Reyes pleads no contest to misconduct County assessor receives deferred judgment, possiblity of dismissal after a year

By Tammy Kranz

tkranz@ourcoloradonews.com Adams County Assessor Gil Reyes pleaded no contest May 29 to one count of misdemeanor first-degree official misconduct for improperly evaluating properties for a campaign donor.

Reyes, 60, originally pleaded not guilty to nine counts of misdemeanor official misconduct and was scheduled to go to trial May 29.

Instead, Reyes entered a no contest plea to one count and the court deferred judgment and sentencing for a year. If after a year Reyes does not commit any criminal POSTAL ADDRESS

offenses, excluding minor traffic offenses, the case will be dismissed, said Dan Recht, who is one of Reyes’ attorneys.

“This has been a very emotional and difficult time for my family and me,” said Reyes in a statement released by his attorney. “The prosecution was politically motivated. I am happy to have it behind me.”

Reyes, a Democrat, was re-elected to a four-year term in 2010.

Prosecutors say Reyes improperly appraised properties for Majestic Realty Co., a California-based warehouse developer and a contributor to Reye’s campaigns. Majestic has nine warehouses in Aurora.

In 2011, the State Board of Equalization ordered reappraisals of the properties after an investigation concluded that Reyes had ordered reduced valuations that resulted in tax reductions for properties associated with donors to his campaigns, according to

the Adams County District Attorney’s office.

“After extensive investigation and evaluation by our office and the FBI, we decided that this was the best resolution of the case,” said DA Dave Young, adding that each case must be evaluated based on the strength of the evidence and witnesses.

Recht said that Reye’s defense team was confident that if the case had gone to trial, Reyes would have been found not guilty.

“However, juries are unpredictable and one can never be sure,” he said. “Now, with this resolution, it is virtually certain that the criminal case pending against Gil Reyes will be dismissed appropriately leaving Gil with no criminal record.”

In 2011, Reyes was fined $300 plus $217 in court costs after pleading guilty to an unclassified misdemeanor charge of failure to report gifts of sports tickets he got from Majestic’s vice president.

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In the early morning hours of May 30, the North Metro Task Force, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the 17th Judicial District Attorney’s Office executed eight search warrants and made arrests as part of a nine-month methamphetamine and cocaine investigation that has resulted in grand jury indictments of 45 defendants and the seizure of several pounds of methamphetamine and cocaine, numerous firearms and recovery of stolen vehicles.

The indictment remains sealed pending the arrest of the remaining defendants.

“The dismantling of this particularly dangerous and organized criminal group is a testimony to the strength of our multi-law enforcement partnerships in joining available detective resources for the protection of all our communities,” said Thornton Police Chief Randy Nelson.

The nine-month investigation identified a drug trafficking organization operated by several Los Primeros Padres gang members who are involved in the distribution of large amounts of methamphetamine and cocaine from Mexico in the north metro area of Denver.

This organization sold several pounds of methamphetamine and cocaine throughout the Denver metro area, stole motor vehicles and committed burglaries to further its criminal enterprise.

The indictment was returned May 28 by the grand jury.

Charges in the 230-count indictment include racketeering under the Colorado Organized Crime Control Act, conspiracy, various drug possession and distribution charges, kidnapping, robbery, burglary, theft and aggravated motor vehicle theft.

To date, the investigation has resulted in 77 arrests, including 29 of the indicted defendants. In addition, large amounts of methamphetamine, cocaine, firearms, and vehicles have been seized during this investigation.

“This was a very large and dangerous drug organization,” said Adams County District Attorney Dave Young.

“The Colorado Organized Crime Control Act is designed specifically to take down criminal organizations like this. The public has a high expectation of those of us in public safety that we will pursue these criminal organizations and we have done that today. This case will have a big impact on drug operations in the 17th Judicial District.”

North Metro Task Force is comprised of law enforcement from the Adams County Sheriff’s Office, Thornton, Northglenn, Westminster, Federal Heights, Commerce City, Broomfield and Brighton.

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D.C. could use some Colorado culture What an interesting week it has been to watch how culture affects organizations.

And when I say “culture,” I am not talking about demographics and ethnicity and cosmetic factors such as those.

I am talking about how an organization communicates what matters to it and what is expected of the members of the organization.

For instance, you have the Colorado Avalanche hiring Joe Sakic to run the hockey operation, and his first act was to hire Patrick Roy to run the club from the bench.

Joe Sakic had many fine qualities as a hockey player, but the one I always admired most was his professionalism; Patrick Roy was an amazingly gifted goalie, but what I remember most about him was his intensity.

Well, that, and the fact that the two of them won two Stanley Cup titles together.

What sort of message do you think the organization is trying to communicate to their players and their fans?

I think we should expect a very different

Avalanche team than we’ve seen the last few years.

The Denver Broncos have undergone a similar transformation in the last couple of years.

First was the hiring of John Elway to run the football operations, which was quickly followed by the Peyton Manning signing and the Tim Tebow departure.

That was quite a statement from the organization, but, after a disappointing playoff loss last January, they needed to send another message. So they brought back Alex Gibbs to be an offensive line consultant.

BUSINESS BRIEFS DMNS hires executive chief

The Denver Museum of Nature & Science has named Patrick Hartnett as executive chef.

Hartnett’s plans for the Museum’s T-Rex Cafe include special events menus, particularly offering food that is healthier and more locally sourced and sustainably practiced.

Hartnett has been cooking professionally for more than 30 years in restaurants, hotels, and resorts. He has trained under various highly acclaimed European and American chefs and has traveled all over the world to become well-versed in many styles of cuisine.

Prior to joining the Museum, Hartnett served as the head chef at the Westin Westminster where he helped open Kachina Southwest Grill.

However, what I do believe is that I.R.S. agents in the field came, somehow, to believe that it would okay for them to do this. Somehow, the culture around the I.R.S. went from coldly professional to politically hostile. And culture comes from somewhere, usually from high up the chain.

If government in general, and the I.R.S. in particular, wants to regain its credibility, they would do well to take the example of a couple of Colorado sports teams and attend to their culture.

Clean house, and then bring in somebody with an impeccable reputation for ethics and competence.

Unless they can, y’know, find somebody from the glory days to turn things over to.

Are there any living members of Lincoln’s cabinet left?

Michael Alcorn is a music teacher and fitness instructor who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. He graduated from Alameda High School and the University of Colorado-Boulder.

NORTHGLENN NEWS IN A HURRY Designated a Playful City USA

The city of Northglenn is celebrating receiving a Playful City USA designation for the sixth year in a row. This designation is awarded to cities across the United States that are committed to providing opportunities for play. Northglenn was the first city in Colorado to receive this national recognition.

Currently there are more than 200 cities nationwide that are committed to providing play spaces in their communities. Playful City USA communities make a commitment to play and physical activity by developing unique local action plans to increase the access to play in their community. In doing so, some of the most innova-

tive concepts and cost effective programs are being developed in Playful City USA communities.

There are 26 parks spread out throughout the city, offering amenities such as lakes and ponds, playing fields and courts, spots for skateboarding and roller hockey and a large dog park.

Northglenn strives to make major improvements to at least one playground or park each year.

In 2012, Danahy Park, located at Roseanna Drive and Livingston, was rehabilitated.

The play structure was replaced, new safety surfacing was installed and the tennis courts were reconstructed and resur-

faced.

Funday Fridays for youth

Youth going into fifth through ninth graders this fall can go on a trip every Friday all summer long. Most trips run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• June 7 — Denver Zoo • June 14 — X-Arena • June 21 — Brighton Oasis • June 28 — Butterfly Pavilion • July 5 — Hike & Swim Participants leave from and return to the Northglenn Recreation Center. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn. org/recxpress for more information or to

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Bellco breaks ground on new branch in Thornton

Bellco broke ground on what will become its 20th branch location with a special ceremony on Friday.

The branch will be at 12820 Holly Street (near the intersection of Holly and E. 128th Avenue) in Thornton.

The new branch will feature two driveup ATMs, three drive-up teller lanes and a full-service lobby with Saturday hours. It is slated to open its doors for business in late fall 2013.

Now, it’s possible that they needed more help on the offensive line, but they were pretty good there last year. I think Gibbs’ hiring is a lot more about culture — from all accounts, in the old days, he was the man who enforced the “mean” in the trenches, when the Broncos had unparalleled success with their blocking schemes.

And, at the same time that all that was happening in our sleepy little hamlet, you had the odd spectacle in Washington, D.C. of the news slowly trickling out that the I.R.S. systematically targeted conservatives and conservative groups for “heightened scrutiny” over the past few years.

Even stranger, you had any number of pundits arguing that it was not a systemic issue while, every day, new groups from all over the country came out and said they were targeted, too.

Do I think somebody from high up the chain — even the White House — delivered an order for this to happen? No, I don’t. For one thing, career bureaucrats know better than to leave a trail that leads back to them by delivering a real order.

Sports: Prep baseball players compete in all-star game. Page 22

Life: Miners Alley Playhouse’s latest production “Collected Stories” delves in teacherstudent relationship.

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Legislature: State enacts Amendment 64 marijuana laws. Page 8

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Northglenn launches mediation program Program aims to reduce repeat complaints in neighborhood disputes

By Tammy Kranz

tkranz@ourcoloradonews.com The city of Northglenn has rolled out a new program to help residents resolve ongoing disputes.

During its May 20 regular meeting, City Council unanimously approved a resolution to begin its mediation program.

The goals of the program are to reduce repeat complaints “where the intent is to harass and or retaliate against another party and provide a means to resolve differences in a meaningful, collaborative way, when possible,” according to the resolution.

Staff members have already been trained in mediation.

Re-certification training would have an annual cost of $1,000 per person.

Councilman Gene Wieneke, Ward IV, expressed concerns about staff time being used to resolve issues he did not think were within city’s realm of responsibility such as cultural diversity issues or noise and parking disputes.

“I just don’t see why we should be using city staff time and money to mitigate issues

unless they’re tied to a code violation,” he said.

City attorney Corey Hoffmann explained to council that despite there being a lot of portions of the mediation program that are not code disputes, it is up to council to decide whether to provide the services.

“This is definitely challenging my comfort zone in term of municipal services,” he said.

“But it is a municipal service that some municipalities choose to provide and it is, I think, perceived to be filling a need.”

Brook Svoboda, director of planning and development, said that when staff has been involved with mediation in the past, it does reduce staff time.

“We get called on either false complaints or what are repeat complaints because it’s a tit for tat … next thing you know we found ourselves embroiled in a neighborhood feud over something we don’t necessarily enforce against but that we end up having to take more time and resources for,” he said, adding that the program would only be applied to repeat offenders.

Ward I Councilwoman Carol Dodge said she likes the program because it could help small neighborhood disputes from escalating.

“I really support this because you are offering it as a precursor to going to court,” Dodge said.

Council renews permit, inspection services

By Tammy Kranz

tkranz@ourcoloradonews.com Northglenn City Council unanimously approved a resolution to extend the contract with Safe Built Colorado for building inspection services.

The vote came during council’s regular meeting on May 20.

The city has outsourced its building permit, plan review and inspection services to Safe Built since October 2009. This is the second time the city is extending the contract with the company.

Interim City Manager David Willett said the contract did two things: • It allowed for a three-year extension (instead of the two-year contract as in years past) and • It reduces the percent collected by Safe

Built for building permits on projects with more than $1 million in valuation.

Safe Built used to collect 75 percent of those costs, but has reduced that percentage to 70, Willett said, as a trade-off for an additional year on the contract with the city.

Before the vote, Willett and some council members praised the job done so far by Safe Built.

“I got to say, I hear a lot less complaints about the service than when we were running it,” said Mayor Pro Tem Susan Clyne, Ward III. Council voted in 2009 to suspend its building permitting and inspection services as a way to reduce costs. Three full-time jobs were eliminated.

Safe Built has two employees who work out of city offices, conducting business for Northglenn and other municipalities.

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tkranz@ourcoloradonews. com The Mapleton Education Foundation is gearing up for its third Annual Sink One for Success event to raise money for the Elaine T. Valente Opportunity Fund.

The fundraiser is from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Adventure Golf and Raceway, 9650 N. Sheridan Blvd. in Westminster.

Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for kids 4-12, kids under 4 have free admission. Tickets include a full day of unlimited miniature golf and go karts.

“Every year Mapleton students are invited to be part of some exciting academic and performing arts programs,” said Hilary Sontag, the foundation’s executive director.

“Part of the foundation’s mission is to make sure Mapleton students have the funds and support they need to take advantage of these unique opportunities.”

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A family plays a round of miniature golf at Adventure Golf & Raceway in Westminster during the Mapleton Education Foundation’s Sink One for Success fundraiser last year. Tickets are on sale for this year’s event June 15 at http://www. blacktie-colorado.com/rsvp, enter event code Mapleton615. Photo courtesy of Mapleton School District It also covers athletic waivers and fees for dozens of students who could not otherwise afford to participate in sports and for some students to attend exclusive science camps and invitation-only sports camps and tournaments.

“Education is not just about seeing, it is also about doing,” said Robin O’Dorisio, the foundation’s president. “This fund helps take learning beyond the classroom, truly removing

any financial obstacles that stand in the way of Mapleton students and their dreams.”

The fund also provides schools with jump ropes, hula hoops, balls and other athletic equipment.

Last year’s Sink One for Success raised $12,000; officials are hoping to raise $15,000 this year.

Tickets are available at www.blacktie-colorado. com/rsvp, enter event code Mapleton615.

If you pre-register, tickets will include dinner, which will be served between 5-8 p.m.

There are also sponsorship opportunities available. For more information, call 303-853-1033.

The Elaine T. Valente Opportunity Fund was started six years ago in honor of Elaine Theresa GaccettaValente, a Welby native educated in Mapleton Public Schools and a county commissioner for 16 years.

Chubbys returns to Westminster

By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com When it comes to feeding his customers, Julian Cordova doesn’t let anyone leave his restaurant hungry.

As the owner of The Original Chubby’s in Thornton and Denver, Cordova doesn’t think of his customers as people paying a buck, but as his friends.

“The best part of my job is dealing with the customers,” he said.

“I love to talk to them and see how they are doing.

I go to their weddings and funerals. They become like friends to me.”

Soon Cordova will bring his Mexican food back to Westminster with the reopening of The Original Chubby’s in the LaConte Shopping Center at 72nd Avenue and Federal Boulevard.

The restaurant was first opened in Westminster in 1993, but closed in 2005.

The restaurant will open in the same exact building as before.

“The owners of the shop-

ping center called me and wanted to know if we wanted it back and I said, ‘Yes, let’s do it,’” Cordova said.

“It’s a good spot and I already have people telling me they’re excited for me to come back.”

Pat LaConte, owner the LaConte’s Shopping Center, is excited about the return of Chubby’s.

He said the location has been updated in anticipation of Cordova’s return.

“Chubby’s will be a wonderful addition to the center and to the city,” he said. “Julian will do a great job. He’s just got it dialed in.”

When it comes to cooking, Cordova learned everything he knows from his grandmother Stella Cordova, an experience he says he wouldn’t trade for anything.

He was raised in the restaurant business and once he was old enough to work, Stella put her grandson to work.

“I learned everything from cooking to cashiering.

I managed her restaurant until I was able to get my own,” he said.

“Having the experiences

Lupe Montez, a cook at The Original Chubby’s Mexican Restaurant in Thornton, prepares some chili cheese fries during the busy lunch hours. Another location will be opening in the LaConte Shopping Center at 72nd Avenue and Federal Boulevard in Westminster this summer. Photo by Ashley Reimers with my grandmother was beautiful. If I could do it all over again, I would.”

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areimers@ourcoloradonews.com This summer the City of Federal Heights and city council will be hosting three summer socials. The events will give the community an opportunity to enjoy free food and entertainment.

“City council hosts the three summer socials with the intent of bringing the community together for fun, food, music, and entertainment,” said Kendra Fernandez, economic development marketing specialist. “These are events that bring Federal Heights residents of all ages, business owners and employees together. Federal Heights is home to many, and a second home for those that work here as well.”

The first social is on Thursday, June 13, at Carstens Park, 2575 W. 90th Ave. in Federal Heights, and will be hosted by Ward 1

council members, Tanya Ishikawa and Sharon Richardson. The event will feature live music from local band The Bucktones and a hot dog cook out.

The second social will be on Thursday, July 11, at Ruston Park, Zuni Street south of 100th Avenue. Instead of hot dogs, ice cream will be served and Ward 2 councilor Ken Murphy and mayor pro tem Michael Cieszlak will host the event. Live music will be provided by local band Colorado Storm.

The third and final social will be Aug. 8 hosted by Ward 3 council members Dick Hutchinson and Pat Willet at Carstens Park.

This event will also feature ice cream and live music from Colorado Storm.

All socials are form 6:30-8:30 p.m. and Mayor Joyce Thomas is scheduled to be in attendance for each event.

Fernandez said in years past attendance to the summer social has always been high

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and she expects nothing different this year.

Not only does the community have the opportunity to enjoy free food and entertainment, but also the opportunity to get to know their city council members, she added.

“It’s important to the city council to get out in the community and meet the residents,” she said. “City staff, police officers and firefighters will also be at the socials, so the community can speak with them as well or ask questions” Rains dates for each social are June 27, July 18 and Aug. 15. For more information, visit www.fedheights.org.

Children play with bubbles during a summer social in Federal Heights last year. This summer, the city and council members are hosting three summer socials, one in each of the three summer months. Courtesy photo

Adams 12 serving free meals Storm chasers lost in Oklahoma to students this summer

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The district started its summer nsor-breakfast and lunch program on avail-May 28 offering both meals for tion,free to all children in the community. The federally funded proe Op-gram runs through Aug. 9 and is artedopen to any child ages one to 18. or of Chris Sjolin, nutrition supervietta-sor and summer program coordiedu-nator, said it doesn’t matter what ublica child’s family’s financial situacom-tion is — the only requirement is that children must eat the meal at one of the program’s locations.

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together,” she said. “Or the parent or guardian can bring their own lunch and eat that while the child eats the free lunch.”

The program is being offered at six schools: Centennial Elementary, Coronado Hills Elementary, Leroy Drive Elementary, STEM Launch, The Studio School and Federal Heights Elementary.

Breakfast will be served from 8-8:30 a.m. at all schools.

Lunch will be served from 10:45 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Centennial and Leroy Drive, and from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the other schools. Sjolin said the meals will be similar to the meals served during the school year.

“We will offer one hot meal option each day for lunch and breakfast as well as a turkey hoagie option on one of the days for

lunch,” she said. “This way the children are getting the nutrition they need in the summer months when school is not in session.”

Last year approximately 11,000 breakfasts were served and approximately 26,000 lunches were served. Sjolin said this year she hopes to draw more middle and high school students to the program, especially when two-a-day practices for sports begin.

“It would be wonderful to capture the older students because we don’t get enough of them,” she said. “For those athletes who have practice during the day, the program is great for them to catch a healthy lunch for free.”

For more information on the Adams 12 summer food program contact Nutrition Services at 720972-6061.

Famous storm chasers Tim Samaras, his son Paul, and Carl Young all died doing what they loved.

The Samaras lived in Bennett, Colo., and Young lived in South Lake Tahoe, Calif.

The trio were killed by a tornado that struck El Reno, Okla., on May 31.

The three men were among 13 whose deaths were attributed to the storms that devastated parts of Oklahoma.

Tim Samaras, 55, Paul Samarus, 24 and Young, 45, were chasing a severe, multi-vortex tornado that was headed toward Oklahoma City when it sharply changed direction.

Tim was the founder of the tornado research project Twistex,

based in Lakewood.

“This is a devastating loss to the meteorological, research, and storm chasing communities,” said Tony Laubach of Twistex in a statement on June 1.

“I ask that you keep the families in your thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. There is some comfort in knowing these men passed on doing what they loved.”

Both Tim and Paul were subjects of the Discovery Channel series “Storm Chasers.”

The Weather Channel released a statement about their loss on June 2.

It stated, “Many of us were fortunate to have worked with them and have great admiration for their work. They went in the field focused on collecting data to enable meteorologists to further the science.”

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OPINIONS / YOURS AND OURS

A smart direction on school safety Armed guards patrol banks, ballparks and airports. It is rarely argued they are out of place in those venues.

Schools are different. They are places of learning, places for children, our nation’s most precious resource. Years after Columbine, months after Sandy Hook, talk of placing armed security personnel in schools evokes a broad range of reactions.

If done wrong, such a move could be disruptive and create fear among students.

But if done right, there is little to lose and perhaps, lives to be saved.

We see a partnership in Douglas County between the school district and local law enforcement agencies as an example of a way to bolster security while allowing for an unfettered learning environment.

Beginning with the next school year in August, plainclothes officers from the sher-

OUR VIEW iff’s office and three police departments will patrol the county’s public elementary and middle schools. At the high school level, armed resource officers have been a presence on campus for years.

A safety committee’s work on this new program began shortly after December’s mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary in Connecticut. It is a multifaceted plan that incorporates security measures beyond the presence of officers, including improved screening of visitors and enhanced use of technology.

QUESTION OF THE WEEK

What has been your most fun summer job?

We asked folks along Washington Street in Golden Friday to think about past summer jobs as they ate lunch and enjoyed a cool afternoon breeze.

“Creating awesomeness at Blackbox Case (where wooden cases for iPads and other products are made in Golden) being woodworkers.” Greg Hydle

“Working with close friends doing sheetrock.

It was very fun, and we learned a lot.” Gary Cox “RMV (Rocky Mountain Village) Easter Seals camp! The camp (near Georgetown) has the funnest environment. You get to work with people with different disabilities, and they get to rule the day at camp. It’s joyful.”

Lia Presnell

“I got married at age 15, so I didn’t have summer jobs. My job has been raising my family and doing fun things like go to SeaWorld.” Rachel Cox

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But the move to place armed officers on campuses, announced May 30, is what has made headlines. That’s understandable. Creating a police state at our schools is not something anyone should want. To be clear, though, that’s not what is being planned in Douglas County.

The School Marshal Program will see deputies and police officers assigned to schools in nearby proximity, and the officers will be a daily presence at the schools.

The plan is to allow for greater ability to respond to an incident, as well as be a deterrent to those with ill intent.

“We’re not aware of any other program like this in the country,” said Elizabeth Fagen, superintendent of the Douglas County School District.

Strengthening community bonds is among the most laudable elements of the

program. Douglas County’s safety committee has representatives from law enforcement agencies, the school district and various community members.

Some may question whether the program will be worth its price tag — at least $500,000 on the part of the school district and an undisclosed amount absorbed by the law enforcement agencies. It’s a fair question, but we’re not prepared to set a dollar limit on children’s safety.

Douglas County is among the most affluent areas of the entire nation, and the program’s cost may make it prohibitive for many school districts and communities to fully implement. But the root ideas of a multi-pronged approach and community cooperation are worthy of serious consideration in Colorado and around the country.

Lobato decision a good call Last week’s Colorado Supreme Court decision to uphold the current school financing system was a good call in my opinion.

The “Lobato case” as it had been labeled started in 2005 with plaintiff eight-grade student Taylor Lobato from the Town of Center in the San Luis Valley being among a group claiming that Colorado’s public school finance act was unconstitutional.

They claimed that the state’s system for funding schools failed to provide equality in funding between rich and poor school districts. The state Constitution mandates a fair and equitable distribution of state funds among all Colorado school districts.

MEAT CLEAVER APPROACH

While it is fair to say that the current state law has its numerous flaws and deficiencies, the “Lobato lawsuit” was a meat clever approach to rectifying inequities.

One consultant who was familiar with the lawsuit estimated that it could have cost the State of Colorado (the taxpayers) an additional $4.0 Billion annually if the plaintiffs had succeeded in the legal attack.

The state, and in turn its taxpayers, would have a huge uphill climb to produce that kind of tax revenue to be in compliance with any court order along this line.

At the same time, it is noted that the estimated cost was only one person’s opinion.

In the meantime, the Colorado Legislature produced legislation that would address some of the concerns with the current funding act if approved by voters this coming November.

TIME TO RETOOL A 20-YEAR-OLD APPROACH

Sen. Mike Johnston of Denver was the master mind of the bill, which rewrites the State School Finance Act. It includes an emphasis on added funding for poorer school districts which have a heavier concentration to teach English as a second language as well as addressing the needs of at-risk students.

Also, if approved, the bill would fund full-day kindergarten across the state along with a half day of preschool. State and local

funding shares for each of the 178 school districts would be recalculated by adjusting for differences in median income and at-risk students with the goal of determining each district’s financial ability to pay.

Then the state would backfill the gap with state dollars.

A $1 BILLION QUESTION

However, and it is a BIG “however,” the whole revised funding act is predicated on voter approval of increased school funding to the tune of $1 Billion annually. The amount and type of taxing to achieve this amount is still “up for grabs.” There are options in the bill which will have to be sorted out and then incorporated into ballot language for this coming November’s election.

It will be a tall order for any group or coalition to convince Colorado voters that this is a worthwhile approach.

While I support the need for additional funding for public schools, I hesitate to “sign on” for a $1 billion increase in funding without more details.

Plus, with the Colorado Supreme Court’s Lobato decision, it makes it less compelling, at least from a legal standpoint, to open our checkbooks. I am eager to learn more about what the taxing package will look like, how much funding each school district would receive and how the additional funds would be used.

We all need to learn more about this proposition before weighing in.

Bill Christopher is former city manager of Westminster and used to represent District J on the RTD board of directors.

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Will political infighting ever end?

The sun barely set on the end of the Colorado Legislature and some Republicans decided to pull a recall election on a few Democrats who didn’t vote the way those Republicans wanted.

At first those pesky Republicans included Sen. Evie Hudak in their plan but evidently they took the water temperature and decided it would be too hard to gather enough registered voter signatures (about 8,000) to get that job done by June 4 so they set their sights on Sen. John Morse of Colorado.

Do you know how hard it is to pull off a recall? It requires a bunch of dedicated folks to go door-to-door and usually they end up hiring professional petitioners to get the job done.

For now Evie has escaped the onslaught of criticism they were planning to levy on her. So? Evie voted for some gun legislation and some other stuff that those hate mongers disliked. I’m not a big fan of Evie’s, but I’d go out of my area to help get that recall recalled.

I’m maybe not going to get all riled up because Evie does not live where I do, but

strident. My goodness, where is freedom of speech if folks can’t assemble at the doors of the commissioner office. I It is our county!

It’s a pretty weak defense if the only reason to keep protesters out is a storm water levy question and yes, it is considered a tax anyway you slice it.

Another Problem after all, the people voted her in and she should complete her four-year term.

It behooves us to keep our elected officials in office if all they are guilty of is to make a few unfavorable votes. Come on folks, let democracy flourish and keep it out of the hands of the radicals.

In my younger years I too was a bit of a radical — especially in Westminster politics in the 60’s — but now I’m old and mellow and my veins have also softened.

Then we have Adams County Sheriff Doug Darr fighting with the local police chiefs of our county over the impact of sending city lawbreakers back into society because Darr has ruled he doesn’t want them taking up space at the jail that he deems critical to his operation. When I was Mayor of Westminster in the 1960s and 1970s, we were fighting that same issue and paying $39 a day to the county and here we are arguing it again.

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Back at the County

Wow! Talk about spoiling the Westminster City Council Mayoral contest in November. Outgoing Councilor Mary

Now, to the problems at the Adams County Commissioner post. Seems the new commissioners are getting pretty

Lindsey threw a real curve ball hat into the race. That means Herb Atchison, Bob Briggs, Scott Major and Mary Lindsey are all in the race.

Westminster has a penchant for electing women and this, the only woman in the race so far could split up that 40 percent requirement so no one gets elected on the first round.

This is going to get real interesting as already Bob Briggs has a colored ad in last week’s Westminster Window. He calls himself “home grown” but others say he lived in unincorporated Adams County for a number of years.

It’s no secret Mayor Nancy McNally is firmly behind Scott Major and that’s a big boost for Scott.

Stay well, stay involved and stay tuned.

Vi June is past Democratic state representative for House District 35. She is a former mayor of Westminster and a former newspaper publisher. A Westminster resident for more than four decades, she and her husband, Bob, have five grown children and eight grandchildren.

Communicate not to be misunderstood As I writer, I’m always trying to make some point. Here in this column, for example. In writing for my clients. In public speaking.

The points I’m trying to make in my creative writing may be a bit more obscure, but nevertheless, there is communication going on. I want you to understand what I’m saying. Or rather, I want you to not misunderstand what I mean. There’s a difference.

Any kind of communication — written or otherwise — has a point to make or information to impart, whether it’s directions to the family picnic, or the number of miles to the gallon, or even something as simple as “sign here.”

When we have something to say or a point to make, we share this information — in our jobs, in our volunteer work, at school, and around the dinner table. We say what we mean and we mean it sincerely … most of the time, anyway. We merely want to be understood.

So why does this communication so

often go awry?

In spoken communication, it’s easy to stumble over our words and say the wrong thing. But it’s also easier to correct these mistakes when we’re talking with someone else, face to face, over the phone, Skype, FaceTime, whatever.

Written communication, however, is quite different, because of both the time until the information reaches the recipient, and the distance between sender and receiver.

A letter (remember those?), a newspa-

per article, a blog post, a document, a form to fill out, or no-tools-needed assembly instructions leave little room for getting questions answered.

Even our instant communication — email, texting — is harder to correct once we’ve hit “send.”

What makes the difference between understanding and misunderstanding is usually explaining why you have said, or written, what you did.

Here’s an example from some of the plain language work I do, an application for assistance that used to say: “Failure to report or verify an expense will be seen as a statement by your household that you do not want to receive a deduction for the unreported and/or unverified expense.”

Whaaat? What does that mean? Why would we not report what we’re asking for?

So, how about this instead: “Please be sure to enter all of your expenses so that you can qualify for the full amount of reimbursement.”

Okay, we know what we need to do —

school notes Middle school earns IB authorization

The International School at Thornton Middle has earned full authorization for the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme.

The MYP emphasizes intellectual challenge, encouraging students to make connections between their studies in traditional subjects and to the real world. It fosters the development of skills for communication, intercultural understanding and global engagement.

Musical recognized by Denver Center for the Performing Arts

Northglenn High School’s musical “The Unsinkable Molly Brown” was recently adjudicated for the first annual Bobby G. Awards, which are sponsored by the Denver Center for the Performing Arts and tied to the National High School Musical Theatre Awards Program.

As a result, sophomore Gavin Roberts was nominated for the Rising Star award and senior Libby Rubin was nominated for the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical award.

27J Education Foundation awards scholarships, grants

The 27J Education Foundation awarded $12,950 in scholarships and grants to students, teachers and programs.

The 27J Education Foundation, in its first scholarship and grant cycle as a completely volunteer-run organization, distributed two teacher continuing education grants, four program grants and four Foundation college scholarships from a total of 53 stu-

instead of what not to do — and why we need to do it. These instructions are not only easier to understand, but less likely to be misunderstood. That’s makes the difference.

I’m thinking back now to a lengthy exchange of multiple emails last week that resulted from a misunderstanding among eight people replying to “all” instead of just asking me “why” or “what do you mean?”

If I had taken a few more seconds up front to explain the “why,” I might have been understood the first time and saved time explaining what I meant to say in the first place.

To be understood is what most of us want. And now it’s even more important to not be misunderstood.

And that will make all the difference.

Andrea Doray is a writer, speaker, and language watcher who embraces the 1960s song lyrics, “Please don’t let me be misunderstood.” Contact her at a.doray@andreadoray.com.

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dent scholarship applications, six teacher scholarship applications and seven grant applications.

The Foundation also facilitated the collection of applications and awarding of five additional student scholarships.

The recipients of the $1,000 scholarships are: Katrina Fair (Brighton High School), Lindsay Miller (Prairie View High School), Kendra Clark (Brighton High School) and Jessica Wegener (Brighton High School).

The community scholarships recipients are: Colorado Credit Union Georgine Johnson Scholarship - Clint Choka, Brighton High School, $500; Colorado Credit Union Business Scholarship - Alex Fasbender, Prairie View High School, $500; Gene Abbott Memorial Scholarship - Nicholas Ramsey, Brighton High School, $1,000; Sheri Beattie, DVM Memorial (Veterinary) Scholarship - Breanne Rodlin, Brighton High School, $500; and Ralph Root Memorial (Aviation) Scholarship - Anthony Smith, Brighton High School, $500.

The recipients of the $500 Teachers Continuing Education Scholarships are: Krista Dean, Stuart Middle School teacher, course: RSEM 5080-Research in Schools; and Kristen Puzio, South Elementary teacher, course: Principal Licensure Program.

Grant recipients are: Prairie View HS HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) - $990; Northeast Elementary Accelerated Reader Program $1,475; Little Library (Pennock Elementary Neighborhood) - $312.50; and Turnberry Read @ Home Program - $2,172.22.

Celebrations

Northglenn Samantha Miller, of Northglenn, was named to the spring 2013 dean’s list at the University of Evansville. Miller is majoring in psychology.

Thornton Amy M. Delaney and Petr I. Rossiytsev, of Thornton, were named to the spring 2013 dean’s list at Colorado State University-Pueblo.

Sawyer E. Vaughan, of Thornton, was awarded a National Merit Scholarship. A graduate of Horizon High School, Vaughan will attend Franklin W. Olin College to study mechanical engineering.

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Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Mandi R. Sanchez, daughter of Abel Sanchez, of Thornton, was recently selected as Junior Sailor of the Quarter at Naval Support

Activity Hampton Roads (NSA HR) in Norfolk, Va. As the Assistant to the Operations Officer, Sanchez is in charge of routine and corrective maintenance of 11 vehicles.

She supervises more than 12 fuel cards and ensures that regulations are properly administered. She is also an assistant base fire safety prevention coordinator responsible for maintaining 13 fire bottles, assist with training and transforming the department’s long term training plan and serves as the department’s mustering petty officer with the responsibility of accounting for 25 Sailors. Before coming to NSA HR, Sanchez was assigned to USS George H. W. Bush (CVN 77) serving as the only second class work center supervisor, divisional and departmental career counselor, and the berthing petty officer. She also completed an eight month deployment hitting several ports such as France, England, Italy, Spain, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates (Dubai). Sanchez is a 2001 graduate of Skyview High School, Thornton, and joined the Navy in August 2007.

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School-finance ball is in voters’ court Lobato ruling means no quick rescue for funding

By Vic Vela

vvela@ourcoloradonews.com Those who had hoped that the Colorado Supreme Court would come to the rescue of underfunded public schools now turn their attention to persuading taxpayers to provide more money for classrooms in school districts across the state.

In a highly anticipated rulReport ing, the court on May 28 overturned a lower court’s decision that declared that the state’s school funding system — which plaintiffs said was inadequate and unfair — is unconstitutional.

Now, the only immediate way that school funding will reach levels that are even on par with the rest of the nation — Colorado spends nearly $2,000 less per pupil than the national average — is if Colorado voters decide to foot the bill of about $1 billion annually that is tied to a major piece of legislation that overhauls the school-finance formula.

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“It’s really our last best hope,” said Jefferson County Public Schools Superintendent Cindy Stevenson.

Jeffco schools was one of 67 plaintiffs in the high-profile Lobato case that the Colorado Supreme Court ruled on this week.

The case originated from a 2005 lawsuit that was named after a San Luis Valley family who alleged that Colorado was not living up to its constitutional mandate of providing a “thorough and uniform” system of funding for education.

Plaintiffs argued that the state’s funding system particularly affects poor students and that money is not equally allotted among school districts.

A state district court agreed with the plaintiffs in 2011. However, the state Supreme Court overturned that decision, ruling that school financing decisions should be left to lawmakers, and not for the courts to remedy.

“While the trial court’s detailed findings of fact demonstrate that the current public school financing system might not be ideal policy, this court’s task is not to determine `whether a better financing system could be devised,’ but rather to determine `whether the system passes Constitutional muster,’” wrote Justice Nancy Rice in the court’s majority opinion.

Gov. John Hickenlooper, a supporter of the court’s decision, told reporters after the decision that the high court did not rule

that schools are funded adequately, but that a civil action “was not the right way to increase that funding.”

Although Stevenson said she was disappointed with the court’s decision, she agrees with the governor’s assessment of the ruling.

“What it says that is that it needs to be determined through the people or the Legislature, and not for the court system to remedy,” she said. “I don’t think either side is cheering about this.”

Republican lawmakers released statements in favor of the court’s ruling. Senate Minority Leader Bill Cadman of Colorado Springs said the decision “affirms the constitutional authority of an elected legislative body to represent the people of this state.”

Rep. Carole Murray, R-Castle Rock, said that “a plaintiff victory would have drained the general fund and intruded on the General Assembly’s constitutional authority to appropriate taxpayer dollars.”

Colorado’s K-12 education system already consumes about 40 percent of the state’s general fund. Supporters of the decision said that, had the court sided with the plaintiffs, it would have put a greater burden on the state.

Now, the focus turns to Senate Bill 213, which has been dubbed the Future School Finance Act. The legislation, which has been signed

by Gov. John Hickenlooper, would fund full-

day kindergarten and provide more money for at-risk students and English learners.

The act also aims to fund school districts in a more equitable fashion.

State Republican lawmakers flatly objected to the bill this past legislative session, arguing that the act imposes a $1 billion tax increase on Coloradans without addressing true reform needs.

But bill supporters say there is now a greater sense of urgency for voters to pass the tax hike, on the heels of the Lobato decision.

“We’ll be in a deep, deep hole that we may never be able to get out of if we don’t get that ballot measure passed,” said Sen. Evie Hudak, D-Westminster. “It’s very important.”

Although the Jeffco school board has yet to take a position on Senate Bill 213, count Stevenson as a supporter.

“I see it as our best hope, at this point, for increasing funding,” she said.

Adams 12 Five Star Schools superintendent Chris Gdowski said, “I respect the decision of the court, but in the end these types of decisions ultimately rest with the people.

“My best hope is that the citizens of our community and the citizens around the state of Colorado find that school districts throughout the state have provided a good return on investment,” he added, referring to the Senate Bill 213 ballot proposal.

Passel of pot bills signed into law Paying tribute Regulations, tax measure tied to historic legalization vote

Capitol Report

By Vic Vela

vvela@ourcoloradonews. com Gov. John Hickenlooper on May 28 signed several pieces of marijuana-related legislation into law, including those having to do with the regulation and proposed taxation of retail pot sales, which will soon become legal under Amendment 64.

The governor said at a Capitol bill-signing event that Colorado is “chartering new territory” when it comes to putting in place a regulatory model on a newly created industry that voters approved in November.

“The voters passed Amendment 64 by a clear majority,” said Hickenlooper, who opposed last fall’s ballot measure, which

legalized recreational marijuana use and retail pot sales in the state. “That’s why we’re going to implement it as effectively as we possibly can.”

Among the bills signed by the governor was House Bill 1317, which puts in place the regulatory framework retail pot shops must obey, when they are allowed to begin operations on Jan. 1.

In-state residents who are 21 and older will be able to purchase up to an ounce of marijuana at retail stores, per transaction, while out-of-state visitors are limited to a quarter of an ounce.

Colorado residents can also grow their own pot and possess up to six marijuana plants.

Existing medical marijuana dispensaries will have a nine-month head start on other businesses looking to enter into the retail pot arena.

Pot shops — which will not be able to sell food or drinks that do not contain marijuana — must sell the drug in child-resistant packages that denote potency.

The state Department of Revenue will regulate the retail pot industry.

“When you are in uncharted territory, you need a North Star,” said Rep. Dan Pabon, D-Denver, a House Bill 1317 sponsor.

“And the North Star we used was public safety and making sure we kept marijuana out of the hands of kids, cartels and criminals.”

The regulatory bill is also aimed at trying to appease the federal government, which has yet to respond to the pot legislation in Colorado. Marijuana use and sales are illegal under federal law.

More than 100 Jefferson County citizens are listed on the Colorado Freedom Memorial, including service members from Arvada, Edgewater, Evergreen, Golden, Lakewood, Morrison, and Wheat Ridge. They include Congressional Medal of Honor honoree Elmer E. Fryar of Lakewood; Fireman 3rd Class Allen Arthur Davis of Golden/Fairmount, who died at his post aboard the USS Helena in the attack on Pearl Harbor; David Henry Helps Jr. of Golden, whose plane was shot down over Normandy; and many other Jeffco citizens who served in World War I, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Operation Desert Shield, Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Also listed relating to Jefferson County is Lt. Richard H. Golden, great-grandson of Thomas L. Golden, whom the city of Golden is named after. The Colorado Freedom Memorial, formally dedicated May 26, is open to the public at 756 North Telluride St. Photo by Richard Gardner

Student’s project locks down high school

By Ashley Reimers

areimers@ourcoloradonews.com The last day of school for Thornton High School students was an interesting one.

The school was put on lockdown, and students were evacuated after what turned out to be a misunderstanding.

According to Thornton Police, on May 24, around 11:30 a.m. a student notified a teacher that he saw a person carrying what looked like an assault rifle outside of the school.

The teacher looked outside and saw the person with the object that resembled a rifle.

The school resource officer was notified and the school and surrounding schools went into complete lockdown.

High school students were also evacuated to the RTD Park and Ride location at 88th Avenue and Grant Street.

Just over an hour later, a parent called the police department and told police she had picked up a school project from her son at THS earlier that day, which was a replica of a rifle.

Police said the student was interviewed and stated that the replica was part of a Memorial Day project that displayed a rifle, helmet and boots.

The rifle was made out of wood.

According to a letter sent out by the Adams 12 superintendent Chris Gdowski, the district has a policy concerning the use of firearm facsimiles for school projects which includes an approval process.

The district policy requires stu-

dents to have authorization from the principal to use or possess a firearm facsimile that could be mistaken for an actual fireman on school property for the purposes of a school-related or non-school related activity.

If a student fails to obtain authorization, the policy states that the student may receive disciplinary action, including but not limited to suspension and/or expulsion.

Gdowksi said the situation is currently being investigated to determine whether or not the approval process was followed.

“With a situation like this, we have to take all of those safety precautions to keep the students safe,” said Joe Ferdani, director of communications for the district. “We’re just pleased that it ended up being nothing of a serious nature.”

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Yard Sale Fri June 7th 8:30-4:00 Sat June 8th 9-3 208 Cedar Ave, Castle Rock electronics, cedar chest, comforter sets, tools, toboggan, car ramps TO MUCH TO LIST!

Exel Stairlift

Giant Tool Sale

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COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE WYNDHAM PARK 64TH AND WYNDHAM PARK DR JUNE 7TH AND JUNE 8TH 8AM - 2PM

Community Sale

June 8th 9am-5pm Thornton - Heritage and Crossings 3281 East 103rd Place #1410 Featuring Artist Doll Collection Porcelain, Vinyl & Felt all limited edition over 200 dolls.

If rain June 15th Cash only

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Turtle Creek HOA Corner of Hilltop & Pine Drive in Parker 156 homes Saturday June 8th 8am-3 Empty Nester Cleaning House!

Fri & Sat June 7th & 8th 8am-3pm 6427 Newcombe St # A, Arvada Variety of household items

Neighborhood Sale 72nd place, just off 72nd and Carr.

June 7th and 8th 8am-1pm

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Highlands Ranch Saturday June 8th 9am-1pm Leather & Fabric Sofas & Chairs, Sofa Sleeper, Beds, Bedding, Lamps, Water Ski Vests, Snow Skis, Kitchen, 16 piece ceramic white dish set, Bath Decor, Household & Much More

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tools, fabulous antiques, furn, decorator, old and new, electronics, toys, books,fishing gear, sports memorabilia, recliner couch all priced to sell June 7-9 8am 6060 W. 82nd Place Arvada GARAGE SALE! 815 Eaglestone Dr. Castle Rock Sat. June 8 & Sun. June 9, 8am -2pm Household, Teenage girls clothing name brand ages 12 - 17 Toys, electronics, Misc.

Garage Sale June 7,8,9 Fri-Sun 9am-4:00pm anitiques, Koker barber chair, Southbend cook stove, tools, slot machine, quilting supplies and crafts, lots of material 980 Dudley St Lakewood

Community Garage Sale

8201 South Santa Fe Drive, Littleton (Santa Fe & C470) Friday & Saturday June 7th & 8th 8am-4pm Power Tools, Fishing Gear, Furniture, Appliances, Household Items, Exercise Equipment, much more!

Gigantic Garage Sale in the Pradera Golf Community Subdivision Fri, June 7th & Sat, June 8th Numerous homeowners in the Pradera community will be participating in this event.

Major cross streets in Pradera are Bayou Gulch and Raintree Circle, Parker Call Dotson Skaggs, Kentwood Company, 303-909-9350 for more information.

Huge 5 family Sale Furniture, books, clothes lots of miscellaneous 13474 West 65th Drive, Arvada (near 64th and Defrane) Fri. & Sat. June 7th & 8th 8am-4pm.

Huge assortment of antiques horse drawn farm equip. and collectables, yard art, lots of antique glassware, tools.

Everything imaginable!

June 6,7,8,9 Thurs-Sun 8:00AM 10824 E Black Forest Dr Parker 80138

Huge Fund Raiser

Lakewood Sister Cities Exchange Program Multifamily Sale Saturday June 8th 8am-3pm 3130 Youngfield Street at Maple Grove Grange, Wheat Ridge Everything you need + Food & Drinks June 8th 7712 Webster Way, Arvada 8am-3pm Books, bicycle, puzzles, wading and much more!

Large Sale Fri & Sat, June 7th,8th 8am-4pm Sunday June 9th 8am-1pm home and garden furniture, constructions tools and misc, 10335 Glennon Dr Lakewood

Moving Sale

Friday June 7th Saturday June 8th 8am-4pm 2272 Eileen Way, Parker 80138 (Elbert County) Everything Priced To Sell Moving Sale Sat -June 8 9am-1pm T.V., dining table, childrens furniture, bedroom furniture Everthing Must Go! 10947 Melody Drive, Northglenn

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Fri-Sat June 7-8 from 8am-4pm.

Boundaries are N. of Alameda, E. of Garrison, W. of Wadsworth and S. of 6th Ave.

Thornton: 128th Ave & Colorado Blvd 6/7 to 6/8 ~ 8-5pm

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Terra Lago Community Garage Sale June 7th & 8th 8am-3pm.

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The Pinery Community Wide Garage Sale Friday June 7th & Saturday June 8th 9am-3pm.

Maps at entry (Highway 83 at North Pinery Pkwy & South Pinery Pkwy) Parker

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Certified Jewelry Appraiser available on Saturday.

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Ruth Steiner (Billie McBride), left, – a teacher and respected short story writer – teaches Lisa Morrison (Devon James) in “Collected Stories,” showing at Miners Alley Playhouse. Courtesy photos

The student becomes the master ‘Collected Works’ examines aging, creative process

By Clarke Reader

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iners Alley Playhouse’s latest production, “Collected Stories”

by Donald Margulies, takes an in-depth look at what happens when the teacher-student relationship faces the challenges of friendship, age and betrayal.

“Collected Stories” will run at the theater, 1224 Washington Ave. in Golden, from June 7 through July 5. Shows will be at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and 6 p.m. on Sundays.

“The show is about learning and watching the younger people take over,” said Billie McBride, who plays Ruth Steiner, a teacher and short story writer. “Time is also a big part of it — there’s the idea of what is being passed on to the next generation.”

The play focuses on Steiner and her student Lisa Morrison (Devon James), and takes place over the course of six years as Morrison evolves from a freshfaced student to a respected writer.

During that time Morrison writes a successful novel based on Steiner’s affair with a famous poet, and both characters must take a look at whether or not its acceptable to use a person’s life experiences in someone else’s work.

“It’s a great story about this teacherstudent relationship, and what do you want as a student and as a teacher,” said director Robert Kramer. “These two women are really close, but the writing business gets in the way.”

He also added that the play shines a light on the creative process, and how it is different for each person.

This production is a return to “Collected Stories” for McBride, who directed the play in 2002. She said that at the time she really wanted to play the character of Steiner, and that it’s a thrill to finally get a

Ruth Steiner (Billie McBride), left, and Lisa Morrison (Devon James), a former teacher-student pair, must deal with ethical questions that writing creates in “Collected Stories.”

If you go WHAT: “Collected Stories” by Donald Margulies WHERE: Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave., Golden WHEN: June 7 through July 14 Fridays and Saturdays - 7:30 p.m.

Sundays - 6 p.m.

COST: $19 - $29.50 INFORMATION: 303-935-3044 or visit www.

minersalley.com

chance to fulfill that dream.

“Directing is different from acting, that I was basically starting from scratch on this,” she said. “What I did keep in mind going in was how interesting I found this character.”

Since the play has only two characters, there is a lot to learn and prepare for, McBride said. She added that she is only off the stage for one scene.

As a director, Kramer said that the small cast has led to greater work on the characters.

“The thing I love about the two-person cast is it gives a chance for true collaborations,” he said. “On these larger cast shows the director keeps everything going, but here we’re able to let the actresses talk more about their characters.”

As a teacher, Kramer said that he has a real appreciation for what Steiner’s character goes through with Morrison.

“It’s a difficult thing, because you want more for your students than you had, but it’s difficult when you see them start to outstrip you,” he said. “This show plays up the emotions really well.”

Neither Kramer or McBride classify “Collected Stories” as a comedy or drama, but rather somewhere in between, taking a little from both.

For McBride, the quality of the writing is what stands out.

“For me, the words are what really create the character, and this is an example of that — as well as some just good theater.”

Kramer said the relatability of the situation is one of the play’s major powers.

“All of us in our past has learned our craft from someone else, and so we can all relate to this,” he said.

Esquire magazine loves Denver, or at least two of its bars. Esquire includes Williams & Graham in the Highland neighborhood and downtown’s Ship Tavern in the famed Brown Palace Hotel in its top 17 (really, 17?) list of best bars in the U.S. Esquire writes about Williams & Graham, a unique bar with a 1920s speakeasy feel: “Williams & Graham is a love letter to the old saloon, but one conceived by a third-generation bartender who knows the difference between playing bartender and really tending bar.” Esquire suggests ordering the Unrefined Ruffian at Williams & Graham. See the review at www.esquire. com/features/best-bars-in-america2013#slide-5.

About Ship Tavern, Esquire suggests ordering a Johnny Walker Black Manhattan and writes: “Ship Tavern, tucked away in the historic heap of bricks that is the Brown Palace Hotel, is at that peculiar stage in a fancy joint’s life when it wants to be a dive. It’s not decrepit per se, but you can feel the gravitational pull of decrepitude. Somehow that’s alluring. Maybe it’s because that same black hole is pulling on us every single day. In any case, it is very pleasant to drink your (large) cocktails here (stick to the basics) amid the headscratching, comprehensive nautical decor (in Denver?), which dates back at least to the 1930s.” See the review at www.esquire. com/features/best-bars-in-america2013#slide-4.

Denver fifth-fittest city

Denver ranked fifth of the most fit cities in the U.S., according to annual American Fitness Index, a study done by the American College of Sports Medicine.

Minneapolis-St. Paul ranked first for the third year in a row in the study, which is based various health behaviors including smoking, exercise, obesity rates, chronic health problems and access to health care.

The ACSM report also considers other factors, such as availability of parks, recreational facilities, walking trails and farmers’ markets. Health and medical experts designed the fitness index, which analyzed the 50 most populous metropolitan areas in the U.S. Washington, D.C., was second, followed

by Portland, San Francisco and Denver. See the full list at www.usatoday.com/story/ news/nation/2013/05/29/fittest-citiesminneapolis-st-paul/2363677/.

Douglas County: Here’s the money

In a Forbes magazine report this week, the money mag lists Colorado’s Douglas County as the eighth-richest county in the U.S. Forbes cites the county “boasts the ritzy enclave of Castle Pines, known for its world-class country club and golf course.”

Five Virginia suburbs of Washington, D.C., highlight the list as do two New Jersey suburban New York City counties. See the Douglas County listing at realestate.msn. com/americas-richest-counties-in-2013#4.

Northglenn gets craft brewery

Northglenn’s first craft brewery, Beer By Design, opened on June 1 at 2100 E. 112th Ave., about a mile east of Washington Street and a mile west of Colorado Boulevard.

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YOUR WEEK & MORE THURSDAY/JUNE 6 POWER OF Magic As part of the Break Escapes Series, which provides fun shows for young audiences, Erica Sodos is ready to delight magic lovers of all ages at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 6, at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, 11801 Community Center Drive. Her one-woman show is entertaining and interactive. Cost is $3.75 per person. Call 303-450-8800 for information.

FRIDAY/JUNE 7 BREAKFAST MEETING Wilmore-Richter American Legion

Post 161 will have a roundtable issues breakfast meeting at 7 a.m. Friday, June 7, at 6230 W. 60th Ave., Arvada. Guest speaker is Pam Anderson, Jefferson County clerk. Breakfast will be served at 6:45 a.m. and the presentation starts at 7 a.m.

Contact the American Legion at 303-424-0324 or alp161@ hotmail.com.

FRIDAY/JUNE 7 CAKE BAKE-OFF The Festive Friday pie bake-offs have gone

so well, let’s see what kind of cakes people can come up with.

The cake bake-off will be at 1 p.m. Friday, June 7, at the Northglenn Senior Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Prizes and bragging rights go to the winners. Sign up at the senior center.

For people ages 55 and over. Call 303-450-8801 for information.

dinated in partnership with Jefferson County Animal Control, Westminster Animal Management and Wheat Ridge Animal Control. The program will be offered Friday, May 17, June 7 and June 14. Check-in is at 7:30 a.m., and surgery space is limited.

No appointments needed; program available on a first-come, first-served basis. Pets go home the same day; owners should pick up their pet between 3-4 p.m. For information on costs and locations, visit www.FoothillsAnimalShelter.org/Clinic.

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY/JUNE 7-8 ART EXHIBIT “Two Arts, Two Views,” featuring the art of Heather Coen and Kathie Disner, is at the Aar River Gallery, 3707 W. 73rd Ave., Westminster. First Friday opening reception is from 6-9 p.m. June 7, and the Second Saturday Art Walk and artist demos are from 1-8 p.m. June 8. Visit www.aarrivergallery.com or call 303-426-4114.

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY/JUNE 7-8 THEATER SHOW Colorado ACTS presents a community musical production of “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” at 7 p.m. June 7-8 at Colorado ACTS Theater, 9460 W. 58th Ave., Arvada. Call 303-456-6772 or visit www. coloradoacts.org.

FRIDAY TO SUNDAY/JUNE 7-9 SOCCERFEST THE Rush Soccer Club invites U7-U9 develop-

FRIDAY/JUNE 7, JUNE 14 SIMPLE FIX Foothills Animal Shelter’s mobile spay and neuter

surgery program brings affordable spay/neuter procedures for cats and dogs to a variety of convenient locations throughout Wheat Ridge and Westminster. This program has been coor-

mental and recreational soccer teams to its 2013 SoccerFest from June 7-9 at Trailwinds Park in Thornton. To register, visit northarearush.com and click on the “tournaments” link on the left of the page.

FRIDAY TO SUNDAY/JUNE 7-9 FATHER’S DAY events Arvada Estates, an independent retirement community, plans events to celebrate fathers during June. Each event is free and open to the public. Arvada Estates is at 7175 Kipling St., Arvada. Visit www.arvadaestates.com.

Events include Father’s Day game night at 7 p.m. Friday, June 7; classic car show at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 8; and Father’s Day barbecue at noon Sunday, June 9. To RSVP, or to learn more, call 303-412-5480.

SATURDAY/JUNE 8 GARDEN TOUR The Conflict Center’s plans its 13th annual

Enchanted Gardens Tour of Northwest Denver from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 8. Attendees may visit more than 20 private, public and community gardens grouped in four neighborhood clusters. In addition, ticket holders will be able to view the lush gardens of the storied Highland’s Garden Café. All proceeds benefit The Conflict Center, a 26-year-old local nonprofit agency that promotes and teaches non-violent conflict management. Children 12 and under are admitted free with a paying adult. Tickets can be purchased on the day of the tour at The Conflict Center, 4140 Tejon St. Advance sales also are available at http://conflictcenter.org/events-test/garden-tour/.

COMEDY NIGHT The inaugural comedy night at Lake Arbor features headliner Steve Gastineau at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 8, at Lake Arbor Golf Course in Arvada. Named one of the funniest comedians in Denver by 9News, Gastineau tours nationwide and is a local favorite. Joining him will be Ron Ferguson and hosting the show will be nationally touring headliner Bob

Meddles. Tickets are available at Eventbrite.com; keyword “Lake Arbor.”

CAR/BIKE SHOW Wilderness on Wheels, a benefit car/biker show featuring Cruisin’ Dave, is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 8, at Mile Hi Church and Paradise Cove Restaurant parking lot. Dash plaques and coffee for the first 100 entries. For more information, contact Bill or Barbara Cramer at 720-308-2239 or bcandthewheel@q.com. All donations are tax-deductable and benefit the 29 acres of forest access, hiking, camping and fishing for persons with disabilities at Grant.

ADAMS COUNTY politics North Suburban Republican Forum will meet from 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 8, at the Grill at Legacy Ridge Golf Course, 10801 Legacy Ridge Parkway, Westminster. The club will discuss what is happening in Adams County politics. A continental breakfast with pastries, fruit, coffee, orange juice and water is included in the admission cost.

Visit www.NorthSuburbanRepublicanForum.com.

ART FESTIVAL The Historic Westminster Jazz and Art Festival is from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 8, at 72nd and Federal on the Hidden Lake High School athletic fields. This year the festival concert will be headlined by Grammy award winning jazz musician Nelson Rangell. Food trucks, art and craft vendors will be set up. This concert is free due to funding from the North Metro Arts Alliance and the SCFD. There is free parking. Visit www.historicwestminsterjazzfestival.com or call 303-4264114.

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SCHOOL NOTES Samantha Miller, of Northglenn, earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology and archaeology from the University of Evansville.

Students from Northglenn earned degrees from the University of Northern Colorado during spring 2013 commencement.

Brittany Elliott, bachelor of arts, anthropology; Amanda Jenerette, bachelor of arts, psychology; Geena LaRoche, bachelor of arts, English; Lori Manzo, bachelor of arts, interdisciplinary studies, summa cum laude; Ashley Mirelez, bachelor of science,

sport and exercise science; Kathleen Pritzl, doctor of audiology, audiology; Abigail Seidl, master of arts, special education; Angela Vogel, master of arts, rehabilitation counseling; Zachary Weiss, bachelor of arts, history.

Taylor Marie Weingart, of Thornton, earned a master’s degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Briana Lynn Bauer, of Thornton, earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration, from Doane College.

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Students from Thornton earned degrees from the University of Northern Colorado during spring 2013 commencement. Kevin Blomgren, bachelor of arts, journalism; Thomas Chintala Jr., bachelor of arts, history; Alicia Clouse, bachelor of arts, journalism; Angela Connelly, master of arts, special education; Cameron De Jac, bachelor of science, mathematics, cum laude; Kristin Fink, bachelor of arts, interdisciplinary studies; Yeni Garcia, doctor of philosophy, biological education; Ashley Huerta, doctor of audiology, audiology;

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room features four 40-barrel fermenters and a 20-barrel brewing system, plus seating for 100. Former homebrew shop owner Vance Sabbe and his business partner, Rich Aggen, own the brewery, which plans to sell much of its beer to local restaurants and bars.

Beer By Design expects to have a dozen beers on tap by July and plans to hold a grand opening event later this month. For more information, visit Beer By Design’s website at www.beerbydesign.com.

Nifty fifty

One of my favorite Denver movers and shakers, Sean Duffy, hosted his big 5-0 bday recently at The Palm restaurant in The Westin Downtown Denver as a fundraiser for Steve Farber’s American Transplant Foundation.

The party, dubbed $50 for 50, attracted a ton o’ Duffy fans from both sides of the aisle. Duffy is a famous Republican who has supported several liberal political efforts, but this was all about raising money for transplant participants.

“Our `50 for 50’ event designated every dollar raised to the American Transplant Foundation’s `Patient Assistance Program’ at Children’s Hospital,” Duffy said. “What this program does is give families — mostly from rural areas — assistance with basic living expenses (mortgage, rent, utilities, etc.) while their children are awaiting or recovering from transplant surgery, most often kidney or bone marrow transplants.

“I am on the board of the American Transplant Foundation — along with a ton of the really interesting folks in town — which was founded by Steve Farber, after he received a life-saving kidney donation from his son nine years ago. Farber was one of the first folks who befriended me and really gave me an introduction to

Vanessa Macias, master of arts in teaching, education; Rachel Moroney, bachelor of arts, interdisciplinary studies; Richard Pacheco, bachelor of science, physics, cum laude; Renee Ryan, bachelor of arts, interdisciplinary studies; Brittany Sarconi, master of science, sport and exercise science; Jessica Schlaack, bachelor of arts, interdisciplinary studies; Aaron Schrader, doctor of philosophy, school psychology; Padma Tekumalla, bachelor of science, dietetics; Joanna Vaccarelli, master of arts, special education; Elizabeth Willis, bachelor of science, nursing.

Colorado when I came here in 2001 and I admire him and (his law partner) Norm Brownstein immensely.”

The bipartisan group of people you will be interested in who were there: Farber; Barry Hirschfeld; Dan Hopkins, former press secretary to Gov. Bill Owens (he and Duffy started with Owens on the same day in 2001); PR pros Jeff Julin and Mike Gaughen of MGA communications; David Kenney, The Kenney Group (where Duffy works); Kelly Brough (CEO of the Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce); Josh Hanfling; John Zakhem; Jason Dunn, former Deputy AG and now with Brownstein Hyatt and Farber; and David McReynolds.

Duffy opined on his half-century mark by saying: “I’ve pretty much been an old fart my whole life, so my age is catching up to my general demeanor. And since (his better half) Susan and I have 2-year-old Brendan Duffy at home, my goal has been to get him out of diapers before I get in them.

“When you turn 50, you realize how lucky and blessed you’ve been and how much other people helped along the way. So this was an opportunity for Susan and me to say thanks and help out some families who are at an incredibly challenging point in their lives.”

Overheard

Eavesdropping on one woman to another during a cocktail party at Trillium: “I’d love another one, but I have a stick shift to drive.”

Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, businesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for Blacktie-Colorado.com. You can subscribe and read her columns (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) at www.pennyparker.blacktie-colorado.com. Send her Mile High Life column tips and eavesdroppings at parkerp1953@gmail.com or at 303-6195209.

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STREET FESTIVAL Summer evenings

in Olde Town Arvada will again come to life at the upcoming 2nd Saturday Street Festivals, presented by Historic Olde Town Arvada. The music of local favorites Chris Daniels and the Kings, The Wendy orum Woo Band, and The Indulgers will echo down Grandview Avenue from 4:30-10 p.m. June 8, July 13 and Aug. 10. Visitors y, dams will find plenty of food choices, beer and wine, and shopping options from vendor t, n cost. booths lining the street. For information, visit www.oldetownarvada.org.

stival SUNDAY/JUNE 9 ral MOTORCYCLE RIDE The seventh anhe nual Molly-Dharma Run for Colorado anining mal shelters is planned for Sunday, June endors 9. The motorcycle ride will benefit the North Intermountain Humane Society. Register sit at 9 a.m. at The Platte, 5995 S. Santa Fe 6Drive, Littleton. Ride to the IMHS shelter in Pine, 67318 Highway 285, and take a tour (adoptions/donations welcome).

End with a party from 1-5 p.m. at T-Bird Roadhouse, 9701 W. 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge. The ride starts at 10:30 a.m.

Register online through June 3 at www.

Molly-DharmaRun.org. Contact Kirk at kirkzimmerman@comcast.net or 303h- 548-5123, or Ken at kenmann@hotmail. elor com or 303-871-8290. rd SUNDAY/JUNE 9

ts, QUARTET CONCERT Legacy Quartet coni, presents a free concert at 6 p.m. Sunday, ci- June 9, at Crossroads Church, 53 E. 128th St., Thornton. A free will offering will s, der, be taken. Contact Debbie Mittlestadt at gy; debbie.mittlestadt@crossroadsabc.com for information. e, arts, SUNDAY/JUNE 9 chBENEFIT CONCERT The Denver Jazz Club Youth All-Stars have been selected to perform at the Umbria, Italy, and Montreux, Switzerland, jazz festivals.

A benefit concert is planned from 3-6 p.m. Sunday, June 9, at Ziggies Live Music, 4923 W. 38th Ave., Denver. All proceeds will help meet the bands goal of performing at the festivals in July. Go to http://youthallstars.denverjazzclub. com/donate/ to order tickets via PayPal. You will receive a receipt and your name will be added to the paid guest list (no physical tickets will be issued). Tickets also sold at the door.

MONDAY/JUNE 10 LACROSSE CAMP The Green Mountain

boys lacrosse team hosts summer lacrosse camps for all skill levels. The camps are run by the Green Mountain varsity and junior varsity coaches, with help from varsity players. A rookie skills camp for all ages is from 6-8 p.m.

Monday, June 3, and Monday, June 10 at the school. All incoming fifth- to eighth-grade players are invited to a skills camp from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, to Thursday, June 6, at the school. The camp is designed for those with some experience. All equipment is required for this camp. All incoming ninth- to 12th-graders can play in weekly 7v7 games from 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays in June at the school. Full gear required.

For information or to register, visit www. ragingramslax.org; email questions to Nate Hallahan, Green Mountain boys head coach, at hallahan22@yahoo.com.

MONDAY/JUNE 10 BULLYPROOFING/STRANGER SMARTS Kids in fourth through eighth

grades will learn how to identify bullying behavior and how to stop it without causing physical harm, as well as how to make safe choices when approached by strangers. The class is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, June 10, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/recxpress to register.

MONDAY TO FRIDAY/JUNE 10-14 BIBLE SCHOOL JUMP! a vacation Bible

school at Mile High Vineyard, is from 6-8:30 p.m. June 10-14 at 5445 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Children ages 3 through fifth grade are welcome. Visit www.milehighvineyard.org or email vbs@milehighvineyard.org for information on costs.

TUESDAY/JUNE 11 REPUBLICAN WOMEN The North Jeffco Republican Women meet from 7-9 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at 911 Driving School, 9100 100th Ave., Suite B-4, Westminster. Check-in is at 6:45 p.m. Sheriff Ted Mink will be the guest speaker at the Tuesday, June 11, meeting. He will discuss the new gun laws. Both men and women are invited.

Admission is free.

TUESDAY/JUNE 11 NEVER BE lost Child safety program teaches children ages 5-8 what to do if they are lost or separated from their parents in a public place. What a child does and how prepared they are for this situation can make the difference in their overall safety. Class is from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday, June 11, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Call 303-4508800 or go to www.northglenn.org/ recxpress to register.

TUESDAY/JUNE 11 MAYOR ON the move Join Northglenn

Mayor Joyce Downing for hot dogs and friendly conversation about the city, its government, and more from 5:30-7 p.m.

Tuesday, June 11, at Sperry Park, Sperry Street and Utrillo Lane. Call 303-4508713 for information.

TUESDAY/JUNE 11 BLOOD DRIVE Ten West at Westmoor Technology Park community blood drive is from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 11, at Westmoor Technology Park, Building 3, 10155 Westmoor Drive, Ste. 100, Westminster. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-3632300 or visit www.bonfils.org.

TUESDAY/JUNE 11 COMMUNITY CELEBRATION

Just One Day community celebration and adoptathon is from 3-8 p.m.

Tuesday, June 11, at City Park, Denver, in accordance with the Proclamation Just One Day Denver, signed by Gov. Hickenlooper. State Rep. Lois Court will read this proclamation at 3:45 p.m. There will be many local rescues and shelters, animal practitioners and businesses, entertainment and vendors, plus a Rescued Dog Show. Just One Day is a national movement asking all animal shelters to not euthanize any animals on June 11. Volunteers, vendors, sponsors, practitioners, rescues and shelters are encouraged to email NoKillColorado@ live.com for more information. Join over 75 shelters and rescues who signed up at www.justoneday.ws and receive a booth for free. All rescues and shelters will each receive a portion of the proceeds.

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WEDNESDAY/JUNE 12 LADIES LUNCHEON Denver North Suburban Christian Women’s Connection presents “It’s a Jungle Out There” from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 12. Dr. Linda Schupp is scheduled to speak at the luncheon, which will be by The Black Eyed Pea. Meet at The Chateaux at Fox Meadows, 13600 Xavier Lane. For reservations call Andrea at 303-485-5888 or email dennorthsuburban@aol.com.

Include the name(s) of your guest(s) and the names and ages of children that you will need to have cared for in the complimentary nursery.

WEDNESDAY/JUNE 12 RIVER RAFTING Youth ages 11-18 are

invited to go river rafting on Clear Creek Canyon as part of the recreation alternative programming series. Participants should bring a sack lunch and extra money for a snack. Program is from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 12. Meet at the Northglenn Recreation Center,

11801 Community Center Drive. Call 303450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/ recxpress to register.

WEDNESDAY/JUNE 12 TO AUG. 21 SUMMER CONCERTS Westminster Promenade’s summer concert series begins Wednesday, June 12, and continues through Aug. 21. All concerts are from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Gazebo at Westminster Promenade. The lineup includes: June 12: The 1950s: The Juke Brothers sock-hop band; June 26: The 1960s: “Woodstock Tribute,” re-creation of the iconic rock festival; July 3: The 1970s: Colorado’s tribute to “The Eagles”; July 17: The 1980s Message in A Bottle, The Police Tribute; Aug. 14: Bella Luna Cirque Show; and Aug. 21: To be announced.

Visit thewestminsterpromenade.com

COMING SOON/JUNE 15 GARDEN TOUR The Wheat Ridge Garden Tour is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, June 15. Discover the beauty of Wheat Ridge’s neighborhoods by joining us for our third-annual garden tour.

We are presenting 10 exciting gardens, including cottage, contemporary, Xeriscape and everything in between.

Purchase tickets on the day of the event at the Wheat Ridge 5-8 School starting at 9 a.m. Proceeds will go to Wheat Ridge charities.

COMING SOON/JUNE 17 GOLF TOURNAMENT The 10th

THURSDAY/JUNE 13 SWIMMING PARTY Friends of Broomfield plans its men’s and women’s night out for adults with developmental disabilities. For June, the entire group will go swimming from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, June 13, at Greenway Park Pool, 110 Greenway Park Pool. Participants should be dropped off and picked up at the pool, which has two lifeguards on duty at all times. A full set of staff members also will be there to assist participants. We will have a snack but we are not providing dinner, so please eat before you come. Registration deadline is Monday, June 10. Contact Molly Coufal, evening/ social program director, at info@friendsofbroomfield.org or 303-404-0123 to register and for information about cost.

THURSDAY/JUNE 13 JUST ONE Day A party in celebration of Just One Day is from 6:30-9 p.m.

Thursday, June 13, at Eden’s Restaurant, 3090 Downing St., Denver, to honor the rescues and shelters that agreed to not euthanize any shelter animals on June 11 according to a proclamation signed by Governor Hickenlooper. Free admission; happy hour prices all evening. RSVP preferred at NoKillColorado@live.com.

COMING SOON COMING SOON/JUNE 14 FLAG RETIREMENT North Metro Fire

Rescue District, the Broomfield Veterans Memorial Museum and the City and County of Broomfield will host the 9th annual flag retirement ceremony at 5 p.m. Friday, June 14, at the Broomfield Amphitheater in Broomfield Community Park. North Metro Fire Rescue District and Broomfield Veterans Memorial Museum will accept retired flag donations until 5 p.m. June 13 at North Metro Fire Rescue Headquarters, 101 Lamar St., Broomfield; Broomfield Veteran’s Memorial Museum, 12 Garden Center, Broomfield; and North Metro Fire Station 62, 10550 Huron St., Northglenn.

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SEUSSICAL JR. Prairie Playhouse presents its junior production of “Seussical Jr.” at 7 p.m. Friday, June 14 and Friday, June 21; and at 4 and 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 15 and Saturday, June 22, at The Armory at Brighton Cultural Center in Brighton. Visit https://www. prairieplayhouse.com/productions/seussicaljr for information. For tickets, go to www.prairieplayhouse.com; tickets also available at the door.

annual Jumping Jack golf tournament supporting Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy is June 17 at the Ranch Country Club in Westminster. Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy is the largest, most comprehensive nonprofit organization in the United States focused on finding a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Duchenne). To register for tournament call Angela Knight, tournament chairman, at 720-299-6433 or visit www. parentprojectmd.org/jumpingjack. For information about Parent Project MD visit www.ParentProjectMD.org.

COMING SOON/JUNE 17-18 YOUTH AUDITION Northglenn Youth Theatre will host auditions for ages 8-18 for its production of “Twinderella,” the tale of Cinderella’s long lost twin brother. About 30 roles are available.

Auditions are from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

June 17-18, by appointment only, and callbacks are from 9 a.m. to noon June 19. Call 303-450-8800 to schedule an appointment. If cast, a fee will be assessed.

Parents and cast members will meet at 9 a.m. June 22, and rehearsals will be from 9 a.m. to noon Monday, Wednesday and Friday starting June 24. Performances are at 2 p.m. Aug. 9 and Aug. 11, and 7 p.m. Aug. 9-10.

COMING SOON/JUNE 18 BLOOD DRIVE Front Range Community College Westminster community blood drive is from 10-10:40 a.m. and noon to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, in the Rocky Mountain Conference Room at 3645 W. 112th Ave., Westminster. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www. bonfils.org.

COMING SOON/JUNE 19 ACTIVE MINDS “Franklin Delano Roosevelt,” presented by Active Minds.

Reflecting on Roosevelt’s presidency, his biographer commented that FDR “brought the United States through the Great Depression and World War II to a prosperous future. He lifted himself from a wheelchair to lift the nation from its knees.” Join Active Minds as we look at the life and leadership of one of our nation’s most admired presidents and examine how his legacy is currently viewed (for better or worse) through the lens of our recent challenges.

COMING SOON/JUNE 19 FRANKLIN DELANO Roosevelt Reflecting on Roosevelt’s presidency, his biographer commented that FDR “brought the United States through the Great Depression and World War II to a prosperous future. He lifted himself from a wheelchair to lift the nation from its

knees.” Join Active Minds from 1:45-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, as we look at the life and leadership of one of our nation’s most admired presidents and examine how his legacy is currently viewed (for better or worse) through the lens of our recent challenges. Program begins at 2 p.m. at Covenant Village of Colorado, 9153 Yarrow St., Westminster.

RSVP to 303-403-2205.

RECURRING EVENTS ONGOING DOG TRAINER Become a dog trainer with Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue, using behavior science, holistic approaches and positive reinforcement techniques tailored to each individual dog, pet parent and specific situation. Learn to evaluate behavior, design exercises, coach humans, handle dogs, deliver presentations, and resolve and prevent a variety of behavior problems. Classes in Denver and Lakewood. request an application at mishamayfoundation@gmail.com. Contact mishamayfoundation@gmail.com or call 303-239-0382 for information.

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

Vanderhoof Elementary School is accepting registrations for incoming kindergarten. Students must be 5 years old by Oct. 1, 2013, in order to register for kindergarten. Vanderhoof has both a traditional half-day program and a tuition-based full day program. The school is at 5875 Routt Court, Arvada, and registration hours are 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Go online to jeffcopublicschools.org and follow the prompts for registration information on Jeffco Connect. Once your student has been entered online you will need to bring copies of their birth certificate, immunization records and proof of residency to the school. If you live outside our attendance area, you will need to fill out a choice enrollment application. Choice enrollments are accepted on a space available basis. If you have any questions or would like additional information, call the Vanderhoof office at 303-982-2744.

RECURRING/THROUGH JULY 23 ITALIAN CLASSES Beginning and/or rusty Italian? Classes are offered from 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays from May 14 to July 23 at Westminster CityPark Rec Center, 10455 Sheridan. For fees, required materials and other information, contact instructor Paola Whitcomb, 303-4636021 or whitwords@comcast.net.

RECURRING/THROUGH AUG. 3 LUNCH PROGRAM The Charter School Institute is participating in the Summer Food Service Program from June 3 through Aug. 3. Meals will be provided to all children for free. Meals will be provided from noon to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday at The Pinnacle Charter School, 1001 W. 84th Ave., Federal Heights. Contact Lindsay Hull at 303866-6566 for more information.

LOOKING AHEAD LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 21 BLOOD DRIVE St. Anthony North/ Centura Health community blood drive is from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, June 21, in the Aspen Room at 2551 W. 84th Ave., Westminster. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-3632300 or visit www.bonfils.org.

LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 22 Dog parade Pawsitively Pittie Pride Parade coming from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 22, to Olde Town Arvada. Join all responsible guardians of pit bull type dogs for a day of fun and mingling with new pittie friends. Activities include a parade, vendors, try-out agility, and demonstrations. All proceeds benefit Peanut’s Place Bully Rescue.

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THE MOUSETRAP The Player’s Guild at the Festival Playhouse presents “The Mousetrap,” by Agatha Christie, playing May 31 through June 9 at 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Call 303-4224090 or visit www.festivalplayhouse. com. Appropriate for all ages.

GARDEN TOUR Tour six residential Arvada gardens, plus the newly established Rose Roots Community Gardens, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 22.

Proceeds will support the Arvada Historical Society. Tickets may be purchased the day of the tour at the Arvada Flour Mill, 5590 Olde Wadsworth. You will receive a tour map to all the gardens.Resident gardeners will be on hand to answer your questions. At one of the gardens we again will be selling fun, decorated birdhouses. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Strollers and pets are not allowed in the gardens. Call Mary Jo at 303-421-2032 for more information.

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SINGING CAMP P’zazz Camp, for ages 9-13, is a two-week, half-day singing camp. Camp runs from 9 a.m. to noon Monday to Friday from June 3-14 in Westminster. Camp is limited to 25 participants. It is taught by choral directors Stacey Monahan and Jeannie Card.

Details and online registration at https:// sites.google.com/site/pzazzcamp or by calling Jeannie Card at 303-466-8275.

YOUTH AUDITION Missoula Children’s Theatre will have auditions Monday, June 24, for ages 6-18 for its musical adaptation of “The Tortoise vs. the Hare” at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive, Northglenn.

About 60 roles are available. To audition, you must be able to attend all rehearsals.

Check in for auditions is from 9-9:45 a.m., and auditions begin at 10 a.m. and will last for two hours. If cast, a fee will be assessed. Rehearsals will be from 12:30-2 p.m. Monday, June 24; from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 25, and Friday, June 28; from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Saturday, June 29. Performances are at 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday, June 29.

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RECURRING/THROUGH JULY 20 PAINTED CATS Cat Care Society will raise money with its “Tails of the Painted Cats” tour, which ends Saturday, July 20, at a gala dinner and auction at Pinehurst Country Club. Visit the online gallery at http://www.catcaresociety.org/paintedcatsgallery.html. Visit http://www. catcaresociety.org.

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MetroNorth Worship Directory Northglenn United Methodist Church We invite you to join us in worship on Sundays.

An inspirational traditional service is offered at 9 AM on Sunday.

There are choirs for every age and musical ability. Small group fellowships that meet weekly and monthly, a licensed pre-school program with a record of 39 plus years of excellence. As well as a Sunday school program for children, youth and adults.

We are located at 1605 W. 106th Ave., Northglenn.

For more information about church and all other services offered, feel free to contact us at 303-452-5120. See You There!

Risen Savior Lutheran Church 3031 W. 144 Ave. - Broomfield • 303-469-3521 or www.rslc.org th

Come worship with us!

Sunday Worship 8:00 am, 9:30 am & 11:00 am

Sunday School & Adult Classes 9:20 am - 10:40 am

St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELCA)

Worship 8:00 am & 10:45 am Sunday School 9:30 am 11040 Colorado Blvd.

(across from Thornton Rec. Center)

303-457-2476 www.stjohns05@gmail.com

LCMS To advertise your place of worship, call 303.566.4089 and ask for Viola Ortega

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LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 27 BACKYARD BARBECUE Friends of Broomfield plans its

Friends Night Out for adults with developmental disabilities from 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday June 27. Gina Coufal is hosting a backyard barbecue at her home, 2140 Snowmass Circle, Broomfield. Dinner is included, along with beverages and entertainment. We will honor last year’s variety show participants and introduce dates and themes for this year’s variety show.

Participants should be dropped off and picked up at the above address. Register by Monday, June 24. Contact Molly Coufal, evening/social program director, at info@friendsofbroomfield. org or 303-404-0123 to register and for information about cost.

LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 28 AMERICA’S PASTIME A brief history and selected stories

from the game of baseball. Join Active Minds from 12:45-1:45 p.m. Friday, June 28, as we trace the history of baseball from Abner Doubleday to Barry Bonds. We will tell a few of the legendary stories of the game, including the Merkle Incident, the 1919 Chicago Black Sox, the Curse of the Bambino, and others. We will discuss Jackie Robinson and the role of the Negro

Leagues as well as how the modern era has been affected by the use of steroids. Bring your own favorite baseball story to share with the group. This event is sponsored by Villas at Sunny Acres and will take place at the Thornton Senior Center, 9471 Dorothy Blvd., Thornton. RSVP at 303-255-7850.

LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 28-30, JULY 26-28 CAMP COMFORT Dates for Mt. Evans Home Health & Hos-

pice’s two 2013 Camp Comfort sessions are June 28-30 and July 26-28. This award-winning bereavement camp, located in the Rocky Mountains just west of Denver, is a way for children ages 6-12 to explore their feelings of grief and share memories of their loved ones. The cost to attend Camp Comfort, including all workshops, recreation, meals, snacks, and overnight accommodations, is $150. Scholarships are available based on financial need. For more information, or to receive a brochure, visit www.

CampComfort.org or call Mt. Evans at 303-674-6400.

LOOKING AHEAD/JUNE 29 BOOK SIGNING Author Lori Holden, a 1980 graduate of Arvada West High School, has just released “The Open-Hearted Way to Open Adoption: Helping Your Child Grow Up Whole,” for families involved in adoption. Lori will sign books from 9-11

a.m. Saturday, June 29, at the Duncan YMCA, 6350 Eldridge St., Arvada. Limited copies will be available onsite. More information, including reviews, can be found at LavenderLuz.com.

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at http://www.micahdenver.org or via Elaine Lee, 303-3884239 ext. 1.

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B, will take place June 29-30. The ride runs from Front Range Community College in Westminster to Colorado State University in Fort Collins and back. The ride will offer three route options: the traditional route that includes the challenge of Horsetooth Reservoir; a shorter and easier base route that does not include Horsetooth Reservoir; and a Saturday afternoon century option for riders seeking an endurance experience. For information or to sign up, visit www.cureMSco-wy.org.

REUNION/CLASS OF ’73 Highland High School reunion for the class of 1973 and friends is July 12-13. All classmates from classes 1970 to 1979 are welcome. From 6 p.m. until closing on Friday, July 12, the reunion will be at Rodzillas Roadhouse, 10210 N. Washington, Thornton. On Saturday, July 13, the party will last from 2 p.m. to midnight and features games, food and the Rock Island Band (from 7-10 p.m. ) on 10 acres just north of Thornton. For information, send an email to highlandhighreunion@gmail.com or call 303-900-2873 (voice mail only; leave a message).

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GOLF TOURNAMENT Temple Micah’s 2nd annual golf

BLOCK PARTY Eighteen of Colorado’s best blues and rock acts will play eight hours of non-stop music on three stages at the 16th annual Blues & BBQ for Better Housing block party from noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 14, at 7307 Grandview Ave. in Olde Town Arvada. The goal is to raise $20,000 for Habitat for Humanity. Visit www.bluesnbbq.com to purchase an all-day pass or for information.

MS RIDE The 2013 Newmont Bike MS, presented by Point

tournament to benefit its endeavors to “Do Justly. Love Mercy.

Walk Humbly” is on Saturday, July 6. The shotgun start is at 9 a.m. at Emerald Greens, 597 S. Clinton St., Denver (in the Windsor Garden community). This event is for families or individuals who play golf, relatively new golfers or those who like to play but don’t play a lot. Sponsorship options are available. Register

THORNTON POLICE BRIEFS Criminal impersonation, theft by receiving, unlawful possession of controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia: Officers were dispatched May 17 at 5:58 p.m. to Taco Bell at 8401 N. Washington St. in reference to a man possibly shooting up narcotics in a bathroom stall. Officers arrived and contacted a 21-year-old Thornton man who had placed several syringes in his pocket. All three syringes contained liquid heroin. A search of the man’s backpack turned up a vial of liquid heroin and other persons’ belongings that included a GPS and numerous credit cards. A 50-year-old Thornton man and a 39-year-old Thornton woman were contacted and verified that the items in the suspect’s possession had been stolen the previous night. The man was processed and later transported to the Adams County jail.

Shoplifting: A 30-year-old Northglenn woman was arrested May 19 at 4:51 p.m. after she was caught trying to steal merchandise totaling $85 in value from Kmart at 1400 E. 104th Ave. A loss prevention officer observed the woman select items and put them in her purse. She paid for some items, but not the concealed items. She was contacted and later issued a summons and released.

Third-degree assault, criminal mischief, child abuse: Officers were dispatched May 19 at 9:17 p.m. to the 2100 block of West 100th Avenue in reference to a disturbance. A 27-year-old Thornton man was in a verbal and physical altercation with his parents after they refused to let him take his 2-year-old child. The child’s grandmother told the officers that her son, who was reportedly highly intoxicated, knocked her down while she was

holding the child. The suspect also struck his father and punched out the headlight and taillight of his car. The suspect was transported to a hospital for treatment.

Theft, unlawful possession of a controlled substance: An officer was dispatched May 21 at 1:54 p.m. at Target at 1001 E. 120th Ave. in reference to a shoplifter in custody. A 21-year-old Thornton man was seen concealing an electric razor and then entering the men’s bathroom.

When he exited the bathroom, he went to the in-store Pizza Hut and fell asleep at a table.

The officer contacted the man, who was suspected of being under the influence. A search of the man’s backpack turned up a vial with two balloons of suspected heroin and the stolen electric razor. He was taken into custody, processed and later transported to the Adams County jail.

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responded with his own press conference May 29.

Darr said that budget cuts and hiring restrictions made by the board of county commissioners affect jail staffing.

“When you’re not properly staffed and you have violent offenders in jail, the issues of safety become real important,” Darr said. “The safety of our personnel and the inmates in our custody are my responsibility and I can’t ignore it and won’t ignore it.”

The daily cost to house an inmate at the Adams County facility is $114.21.

Kurt Ester, the jail’s division chief, said in the past couple years, jail staff has had 42,000 hours of overtime.

“I’m working these folks to death just to keep them as safe as possible, and we’re doing everything we can to maintain that,” he said.

The cap restriction — which is 30 and began on Jan. 1, 2012 — was divided among nine municipalities based on their population in Adams County.

The caps, set by Darr, were as follows: Thornton, eight; Westminster, five; Aurora and Commerce City, four apiece; Northglenn and Brighton, three each; and one each for Federal Heights, Arvada and Bennett.

The commissioners — during their April 15 meeting — unanimously rescinded the caps placed on the number of inmates sent by cities to the county jail. A couple weeks ago, however, seven prisoners from Aurora were not allowed to be housed at the county jail.

Aurora Chief Dan Oates at the May 28 press conference said these prisoners were sentenced for crimes that included shoplifting, trespassing, misdemeanor battery, motor vehicle theft and prostitution and all had a criminal history.

Shoplifting: A 32-year-old woman and a 20-year-old woman, both of Thornton, were arrested May 21 at 2:59 p.m. after they were caught trying to steal $244 in miscellaneous clothing items. A loss prevention officer saw the two women enter the store with a man and separate to wander around the store. One woman selected some items and gave it to the man, who then met up with the other woman, who entered the fitting room with all the clothing items.

The man wasn’t seen stealing, so was not detained.

The two women were issued summonses and later released.

Items in the police reports are compiled from public information contained in police department records. Charges or citations listed don’t imply guilt or innocence, and all people are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

The sheriff disputed the claim that he released violent offenders into the community, saying that in the past he’s seen inmates sentenced to jail for petty offenses such as obscene language, open container and one person who was sentenced for 360 days for loitering.

He explained that the inmates that were refused a couple weeks ago were sent to another jail, at Aurora’s expense, and that at that time Aurora was four times over its cap.

Before the cap, the municipalities had an average of 130 to 140 inmates at the jail on a daily basis. The chiefs pointed out that the cities have worked hard to reduce that average by 65 percent to 44 daily prisoners.

Darr also pointed out that domestic violence offenders were not counted against the cap and that the cap was not a hard 30.

Darr said two things would resolve the staffing issues at the jail — lower the volume of inmates and hire more staff.

Last fall the commissioners gave Darr approval to hire 13 people. The sheriff said that hiring for those positions would take time.

“From the day that you advertise for a law enforcement position, through the selection process, through the training process — that means the academy and the field training officer programs — it’s almost one year before you can independently deploy them for service,” he said.

The Adams County Criminal Justice Coordinating Committee was formed in 2012 to study ways to reduce the number of inmates at the jail and it made its recommendations in March.

“Those formal recommendations included a uniform bond schedule cap, standardized pay-or-serve sentences and a 20 percent reduction in non-mandatory sentence lengths,” said Ruth Kedzior, assistant county administrator. “The commissioners encourage the cities and the sheriff to continue to seek solutions to the jail issues through the Criminal Justice Coordinating Committee while at the same time protecting public safety in our community.”

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Gearing up for next year’s fair, already Adams County Fair celebrates 110 years in 2014

By Tammy Kranz

tkranz@ourcoloradonews.com Although the 2013 Adams County Fair is not until July 31, fair officials already have their minds on 2014.

Next year’s event marks the 110th anniversary of the fair.

“We’re going to try to bring back some things that were at the original fair,” said Melanie Snodell, co-fair manager.

The fair began in October 1904 in Brighton, and the first day was known as Tomato Day, which featured an event called Battle of Brighton.

“Parties would battle it out with ripe tomatoes throwing them at each other and sometime spectators,” Snodell said. Because we live in a litigation world now, she added, “We cannot replicate this event in its whole, but we will feature an event at the 110th celebration that honors this part of the Fair heritage.”

Market Days featured farm produce and livestock from local farmers and ranchers.

Fair officials have added Agriland at this year’s farm to get back to the fair’s agricultural roots. Agriland will feature displays that focus on farming and livestock production in Adams County.

“There will be a milking cow display, from farm to table display, corn box and corn production display, bean box and bean production display, agritoursim dis-

A woman attending the Adams County Fair in 1964, a year before the event moved to the newly bought Regional Park at 9755 Henderson Road in Brighton. Officials are preparing for the 110th anniversary of the fair in 2014. Photo courtesy of Adams County play from the Adams County Open Space Department, and a few others,” Snodell said.

The goal is to grow this part of the fair every year for the next three years.

The 110th celebration will also feature:History display of the fair, family games and competitions, original fair contests such as foot races, baby contests and maybe even a Nat “Deadeye Dick” Love loo-

kalike contest. He was a famous participant in the rodeo, Snodell said.

“The biggest part of celebrating the 110th is giving people the history of the fair,” she added.

The history of Regional Park

Adams County acquired the Regional Park, 9755 Henderson Road in Brighton, in 1960 after acquiring the land from the city

of Denver.

“Prior to 1960 the site of the current Regional Park was home to the Denver Poor Farm,” Snodell said.

“The first fair took place at the new Regional Park in 1965.”

The park used to be home to Henderson Island, which was the first permanent settlement in the South Platte River Valley.

In 1859, Jack Henderson built a ranch, trading post and hotel on Henderson Island, according to Wikipedia.

Snodell said she’s heard several claims that the park is haunted, and most supernatural activity seems to be centered at the Waymire Dome building.

“Reports include music being turned on in buildings that are unoccupied,” she said.

“Tables and chairs being shifted from one place to another, weather reporting stations being turned up without anyone touching the volume, doors opening and closing after they have been locked for the evening, footsteps in empty corridors.”

Although the county has owned the park since the 1960s, officials are still discovering bits of the past on the 1,150-acre site. In 2010, when the Dome was renovated, workers unearthed a tunnel.

“Now we are not completely sure what the use of the tunnel would have been but some have speculated it was a way of moving livestock and other materials from the Denver Poor Farm to the railroad,” Snodell said.

“Others have speculated that it was part of the boiler system at the Poor Farm.”

MILITARY Air Force Airman Randall L. Gutierrez graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. Gutierrez completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Gutierrez is the son of Kim Gutierrez and Randall Gutierrez, of Northglenn. He is a 2012 graduate of Thornton High School.

Army Spec. Mitchell G. Roberts has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. During the nine weeks of training, Roberts received training in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy,

military justice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history, core values and traditions. Additional training included development of basic combat skills and battlefield operations and tactics, and experiencing use of various weapons and weapons defenses available to the infantry crewman. Roberts is the son of Melissa Roberts, of Thornton. He is a 2011 graduate of Thornton High School.

Navy Airman Apprentice Jacob L. James, son of Jennifer L. and Daniell L. James, of Broomfield, is assigned to aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennnis (CVN 74), who recently made its first stop in the United States at Joint Base Pearl Harbor following an eight-month deployment.

James is a 2011 graduate of Mountain Range High School, Thornton, and joined the Navy in July 2012.

James also recently completed a suc-

cessful deployment to the U.S. Navy’s 5th and 7th Fleet Areas of Responsibility.

While deployed, James and other Sailors conducted theater security operations with partner nations in the Western Pacific and U.S. Central Command AOR while providing deterrence, promoting peace and security, preserving freedom of the seas and providing humanitarian assistance/ disaster response.

Air Force Airman James T. Wild-Garcia graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. Wild-Garcia completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Commu-

nity College of the Air Force. Wild-Garcia is the son of Kelly and Michael Garcia, of Thornton. He is a 2008 graduate of Belleview Christian School, Westminster. He earned an associate degree in 2011 from the Art Institute of Colorado, Denver.

Navy Seaman Apprentice Matthew P. Lodge, a 2008 graduate of The Academy Of Charter Schools, Westminster, was recently promoted to his current rank upon graduation from recruit training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. Lodge received the early promotion for outstanding performance during all phases of the training cycle.

Training which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness.

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Arvada West’s Justin Mulvaney drives a ball to right field Sunday at Coors Field. Photos by Daniel Williams

Prep players shine at all-star game Seniors get over on underclassman again

By Daniel Williams

dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com DENVER — The best prep baseball players in the state invaded the home of the Colorado Rockies.

Colorado high school seniors met underclassmen at the Rockies High School All-Star Baseball Game where Seniors beat Futures 4-1 Sunday at Coors Field.

Monarch senior Cole Maltese hit a two-run single in the second inning with the bases loaded, which was the key moment of the game offensively.

But a handful of the other 40 players showed why they were invited to the marquee All-Star game for the best of the best Colo-

Green Mountain’s Cole Shetterly steps up to blast a pitch in the fifth inning Sunday. rado high school baseball has to offer.

“It’s a who’s who out

here,” Bear Creek’s Alex DeBell said. “It’s all of the guys you hear about and all

All-StAr PlAyerS Futures roster Austin Brown, Holy Family Alex DeBell, Bear Creek Parker Cormack, Lakewood Keenan Eaton, Chaparral Grant Farrell, Cherry Creek Max George, Regis Jesuit Harden Gerlach, Valor Christian Lucas Gilbreath, Legacy Devlin Granberg, Holy Family Jeremy Hochmuth, Air Academy A.J. Jones, Thunderidge Tyler Loptien, Thunderidge Justin Mulvaney, Arvada West David Peterson, Regis Jesuit Matt Rindall, Cherry Creek Cole Shetterly, Green Mountain Nick Shumpert, Highlands Ranch

Carl Stajduhar, Rocky Mountain Payton Tapia, Fossil Ridge Owen Taylor, Grand Junction Carter Thorne, Palmer Ridge Reagan Todd, Regis Jesuit Cory Voss, Pueblo South Blake Weiman, Columbine Brody Westmoreland, Thunderidge Korbin Williams, Pueblo West

seniors roster Derik Beauprez, Cherry Creek Marcus Bean, Rocky Mountain Reagan Biechler, Pine Creek Daniel Butler, Valor Christian Dimitri Casas, Cherry Creek Bobby Dalbec, Legend Alec Hansen, Loveland

Jacob Hasbrouck, Highland Spencer Ibarra, Rocky Mountain Griffin Jax, Cherry Creek Denton Keys, Rye Michael Klein, Mountain Vista Max Kuhns, Chaparral Derek Larsen, Palmer Ridge Cole Maltese, Monarch Clay Miller, Bayfield Lane Milligan, Cherry Creek Dyllin Mucha, Cherry Creek Riley O’Brien, Chaparral Andrew Schmidt, Regis Jesuit Justin Seiwald, Standley Lake Kyle Serrano, Central (G.J.) Luke Stratman, D’Evelyn Reece Weber, Grandview Brody Weiss, Regis Jesuit

of the guys you read about.

It’s an honor being out here with these guys.”

Playing Sunday afternoon after the RockiesDodgers game, the schoolboys got the full boys of summer treatment, having their names announced throughout the stadium as their families and friends watched.

“I thought I would be more nervous than I actually was coming out here.

But once we got going it was just baseball again,” said Arvada West’s Justin Mulvaney.

Sponsored by the Colorado Rockies and originally dubbed the Top 40 game, which then became the Top 50 seniors in the state,

Holy Family pitcher Austin Brown delivers a pitch in the six inning of Sunday’s All-Star game.

the Futures Game pits 20 of the state’s top seniors against 20-plus promising underclassmen, as selected by local scouts and Rockies personnel.

“It’s just such an awe-

some experience being not only out here at Coors Field but out here with such talented players. I am hoping to make it back here next year too,” said Holy Family’s Austin Brown.

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Arvada West in search of new head softball coach Departing McDougal built program into one of Jeffco’s best

By Daniel Williams

d w i l l i a m s @ o u rc o l o ra donews.com ARVADA — The Wildcats are looking for a new leader.

Arvada West is looking for a new head softball coach after Chalee McDougal took an administrative position with Jeffco schools.

Those interested in the position can contact A-West Athletic Director Steve Anderson at sanderso@jeffco. k12.co.us.

“We are looking for someone to help take us

to the next level and help build on the great work that coach McDougal did,” Anderson said.

“She will be missed as her impact on this year’s program was phenomenal.”

But this isn’t a project that needs to be rebuilt. McDougal helped create a juggernaut in 5A Jeffco in just one season.

McDougal took over a team that went 7-11-1 in 2011 turned them into a team that went 18-4, 7-1, tying Dakota Ridge with 5A Jeffco’s best league record.

The Wildcats closed out their season winning 13 of 14 games and went into the state tournament as a No. 5 seed.

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Sports quiz 1) Name the last Cincinnati Reds pitcher before Johnny Cuerto in 2012 to be the first pitcher in a National League season to reach 16 wins.

2) Who had more seasons as a player for the New York Yankees: Willie Randolph or Don Mattingly?

3) Name the last Division I college football player before North Carolina State’s David Amerson in 2011 to snare at least 13 interceptions in a season.

4) In 2011-12, Golden State’s Klay Thompson became the third rookie in NBA history to hit 44 percent of his shots, 41 percent of his three-pointers and 85 percent of his free throws. Name the other two.

5) At the end of the 2013 NHL regular season, who was the all-time goal scorer for the Nashville Predators?

6) When was the last time before 2012 that U.S. men won at least two gold medals in freestyle wrestling?

7) In how many years has Tiger Woods won at least three PGA events before the Masters, and how many times did he win the Masters in those years?

Answers

1) Jack Billingham, in 1974.

2) Mattingly was a Yankee in 14 seasons; Randolph for 13 seasons.

3) The University of Washington’s Al Worley had 14 in 1968.

4) Anthony Morrow (2008-09) and Stephen Curry (2009-10).

5) David Legwand, with 200.

6) It was 1996.

7) Four times (2000, ‘03, ‘08 and ‘13), and none.

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Cool summer workout tips Incorporating new habits and precautions into your warm weather workouts can keep you safe, motivated, and cool. TOPS Club Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), the nonprofit weight-loss support organization, offers the following tips to make the most of your summer fitness plans: 1) Fill up on fruit: Water-heavy fruits — like watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, and grapes — are a great way to boost energy and replenish fluids lost after a workout. Containing more than 80 percent water, these fruits are easily digestible in the summer heat and are a tasty way to keep hydrated and satisfied. Eating them frozen also makes a refreshing summer treat.

2) Reroute for optimal shade: If your usual running, walking, or cycling route makes you an easy target for sun exposure, opt for a shadier course. Road Runners Club of America features running routes around the country on their website, www.rrca.org.

Weather.com also offers local parks’ forecasts and a fitness comfort index by the hour — ideal for determining the best time of day to exercise.

3) Incorporate the season into your routine: Make summer chores part of your fitness plan for time-saving and warm weather-friendly exercise. Washing the car,

gardening, taking the dog for a walk, and mowing the lawn, are all activities on your to-do list that burn calories as a bonus.

4) Pay attention to your heart rate: The hotter it is, the harder your body has to work — so if you normally run at a 9-minute-mile pace, when the temperature hits 90 degrees, you may find yourself having to slow down to a 10-minute-mile.

Using a heart-rate monitor can help ensure that you aren’t pushing yourself too hard, which can lead to heat exhaustion and strokes 5) Take the path less paved: Walking, running, or cycling on dirt or gravel paths can keep the body significantly cooler than paved paths.

Asphalt and concrete tend to radiate heat and reflect the sun’s rays, making you feel hotter. Running near bodies of water also has a noticeable cooling effect.

6) Slow it down without sacrifice: To keep safe without giving up calorie burn, perform your regular cardio routine at a slightly slower pace, and then add in 30-second speed bursts every three to five minutes.

You’ll maintain the same benefits and burn even more calories without exerting extreme effort the entire workout.

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QUICK HITS Training camp scheduled USA Olympian Ken Chertow will conduct his annual Gold Medal Training Camp for wrestlers June 7-11 at the DoubleTree in Westminster.

Chertow is a three-time NCAA AllAmerican and three-time NCAA Academic All-American at Penn State University. He has been involved in coaching and teach-

ing of wrestling for more than 20 years, and in that time he has coached the Penn State and Ohio State wrestling teams.

The camp will feature discussions about keeping wrestling in the Olympics as well as instruction from 2012 USA Olympian Ben Provisor, NCAA Champion Dan St. John and three-time NCAA All-American Adam Keiswetter.

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June 6, 2013

Zoe Saldana thrilled over Uhura’s mission in ‘Star Trek Into Darkness’

By Tim Lammers Even though it’s been four years since audiences embraced her stunning portrayal of Lt. Nyota Uhura in the blockbuster reboot of “Star Trek,” actress Zoe Saldana still can’t quite put into words how grateful she is to play once again the iconic role originated by Nichelle Nichols nearly 50 years ago.

“This was a role that I was so privileged to get in the first place, so to find out I was going to be doing it moving forward made me feel super ecstatic and very blessed,” Saldana told me in a recent call from London.

“One, because my mom is a Star Trek fan, but also because I met Nichelle Nichols and got her blessing and some amazing pointers. Because of that, I was able to run wild with it.”

Hauling in an impres-

sive $84 million in its fourday opening weekend, “Star Trek Into Darkness” brings back the entire crew of the Starship Enterprise, who face a threat with John Harrison (Benedict Cumberbatch) — a mysterious former member of Star Fleet who strikes at the very heart of the organization with a brutal terrorist attack that emotionally devastates Captain James T. Kirk (Chris Pine).

While “Star Trek Into Darkness” has everything and more of what you would expect of a Star Trek film with spectacular visuals, an engaging story and a thrilling atmosphere and pace, it also keeps intact the human emotions and relatability of the characters that has appealed to fans of the “Trek” universe for the past 47 years.

As for Uhura, “Star Trek Into Darkness” further ex-

Zoe Saldana in “Star Trek Into Darkness.” Photo by Paramount Pictures

plores the romantic relationship she formed with Spock (Zachary Quinto) in the 2009 film, and things are getting more complicated. Following an incident where Spock deliberately puts his own life in peril, Uhura feels he’s placing his non-emotional Vulcan impulses above their relationship.

“While the film takes place in a future where we’re working for this advanced military academy that’s set in space, these are still two individuals who are in love who will act in familiar ways because it’s primal,” Saldana explained.

“It doesn’t matter whether we’re in a film being chased

by Klingons or we’re graduating from high school or are two lawyers working in the same firm, there’s always going to be a universal reaction of love when you’re working in these human scenarios.”

While the crew of the Starship Enterprise only started to become familiar with each other in the 2009 film, “Star Trek Into Darkness” focuses on, among many other things, the family that the crew has become. Saldana said forming the bond was a breeze because of the way the actors feel about each other off screen.

“What you’re seeing on screen has to do with the chemistry that we have as actors and people,” Saldana said. “There has been a genuine and positive friendship

Zachary Quinto, Zoe Saldana and Chris Pine at the Berlin premiere of “Star Trek Into Darkness.” Photo by Paramount Pictures that has developed between all of since the beginning.”

But to bring that bond to the next level, Saldana said, having a director like J.J. Abrams and screenwriters including Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci and Damon Lindelof was key.

“What you can expect from good writers and a good director is that they are accurate observers of life and human behavior,” Saldana said. “So I’m really happy that they have the ability to incorporate that into their art.”

With any luck, Saldana will get to play Uhura in a third “Star Trek” film, but a lot of stars will have to line up as the large core cast and filmmakers voyage into other commitments. Whenever the call comes, though, Sal-

dana said she’ll be ready to board the Enterprise once again.

“I would have to be fool to not want to be a part of it,” Saldana enthused.

In the meantime, Saldana said she’s ready for when James Cameron calls for her to play Ney’tiri for next “Avatar” film, and soon, she’ll start production as the female lead on writerdirector James Gunn’s adaptation of Marvel Comics’ “Guardians of the Galaxy.”

Despite the sci-fi themes of “Avatar” and “Guardians,” as well as her deep involvement of the “Star Trek” films, Saldana, 34, said it’s partly happenstance that she keeps finding working in the same film genre.

“I do seem to have an affinity to stories that take

place in space,” Saldana said, laughing. “It’s not that I purposefully look for those kinds of films and avoid other things, I just grew up with a mom who loved science fiction. I also read books like ‘Dune’ and ‘The Neverending Story,’ and watching films like ‘Blade Runner’ and ‘The Terminator.’ Because of that, I think I gravitate towards sci-fi unconsciously.”

Tim Lammers is a syndicated movie reporter whose work appears on more than 50 TV news and entertainment websites across the country. You can see Tim’s work on his website, StrictlyCinema.com, and follow his tweets at Twitter.com/ TimLammersFilms. You can also “Like” Tim on Facebook. com/StrictlyCinema.