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Merge planned for two fire departments By Ashley Reimers
areimers@colorado communitymedia.com The Southwest Adams County Fire Protection District, SWAC, and North Washington Fire Protection District have plans to merge into one department to be called the Adams County Fire Protection District. The process is under way with both departments currently working together in trial runs allowing firefighters the opportunity to train together and get familiar with
each other’s districts, stations, equipment and techniques. Last month North Washington’s board of directors approved the inclusion of SWAC into their district and approved the name of the merged department. And coming up on May 21 SWAC’s board of directors will conduct a public meeting to consider excluding and transferring jurisdiction to the Adams County Fire Protection District. The meeting will start at 6 p.m. at SWAC headquarters, 3365 W. 65th Ave. in Denver. North Washington Deputy Chief Stu-
art Sunderland said the idea to merge has been on his mind and in the minds of others in his department for many years, but a merge can be difficult when both departments have chiefs on staff. Both departments started seriously thinking about the merge two years ago after SWAC Chief George Ditolla started considering retirement, he added. Ditolla retired in January. “When we talked to Chief Ditolla he also saw value in a merge and with him retiring in the future at that time, it was the perfect window because it’s just one less hurdle
to get over,” Sunderland said. “His retirement was one little piece that helped push us over the edge, along with better service and it making better financial sense for both departments.” North Washington Chief Pat Laurienti said combined the fire districts will cover approximately 19 square miles and serve about 100,000 people. He said merging resources and reducing costs will allow Merge continues on Page 7
Road bill passes House Measure in response to U.S. 36 construction contracts By Vic Vela
vvela@colorado communitymedia.com Private-public road construction partnerships moved one step closer to having greater oversight with a bill that passed the House on May 5. Senate Bill 197 is a response to grumblings over the U.S. 36 road construction process, perceived by some as being too secretive. “This is what we heard loud and clear, that people wanted transparency in this project; that people wanted to be informed and involved and they wanted the legislature more involved in the process,” said Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp, D-Arvada, a bill sponsor. The bill increases public notice and legislative oversight of public-private partnerships of Colorado Department of Transportation road projects. The legislation also requires a CDOT board to hold public meetings throughout the road project process and keep the Legislature and other local elected officials informed along the way. Under the bill, any road project that exceeds 35 years must be approved by the Legislature. And the bill also requires that CDOT post the terms of the partnership agreement on its website. The bill was spurred by fallout from the $425 million U.S. 36 road project, one that will widen the lanes of the highway and incorporate toll lanes. Because it is a private-public partnership, much of the road funding will come
Buses line up outside Brantner Elementary School in Thornton to drop off students. The district is considering whether to place a $150 million construction bond and a $7.5 million mill levy override on the ballot in November. The construction bond, if passed, would fund completing the construction at Brantner. Photo by Tammy Kranz
D27J considers two ballot measures Construction bond, mill levy override to help operational needs, build new schools By Tammy Kranz
tkranz@coloradocommunitymedia. com School District 27J Board of Education will consider whether to place two measures on the November ballot. The first measure would be a $150 million construction bond and the second would be a $7.5 million mill levy override for district operational needs. The $150 million bond would cost about $65 per year for every $100,000 of home value, according to Kevin Denke, the district’s public information officer. He said the $7.5 million mill levy override would be about $70 per $100,000 of home value.
“While numbers are preliminary, we estimate that the combined cost of the bond and mill levy would raise property taxes by about $11.25 per month or about $135 per year for every $100,000 in home value,” Denke said. “The average home price in our district is about $217,000.” Jason McEldowney, who is part of the executive team on the Parents and Community for 27J, said that voter sentiment is that districts have enough money and should spend wiser but this was not the case for 27J. “It’s very clear this is not a matter of dollars being wasted and (the ballot issues are) a fix for that — it’s a matter of the community coming together and doing what’s right for our kids,” he said. McEldowney was one of the 40 members of the Quality Schools Initiative (QSI) committee that was tasked with studying the potential ballot issues. He said the committee came to the conclusion that “it was painfully obvious that
the need is valid.” The district is on track to becoming one of the largest districts in the state, he said, “It’s physically impossible to fit the students coming through here in our current facilities.” The district has 16,734 pre-K to 12th grade students enrolled in its schools, and the population is projected to reach 18,615 by 2019, according to Joy Gerdom, 27J’s planning manager. Of the current population, 2,055 students are from the Thornton area, and by 2018 that area will bring about 3,118 students to D27J, an increase of 1,063, Gerdom said. “There are two primary factors that are driving enrollment increases,” she said. “New housing development, which brings enrollment; and, the current larger upper elementary and secondary grade levels generated from
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Lawmakers working together? Let’s see if it lasts If last year’s legislative session was an exercise in surrealism, than this year’s version was like a Bob Ross painting. Sure, there were moments of contention this year. But, for the most part, the olive branches that lawmakers extended to one another all turned into “happy little trees,” as the late Ross would say. This year’s session didn’t have the same venomous bite to it as last year’s. And, for the most part, everyone was on his or her best behavior and legislators actually ... umm ... worked together on a lot of things? To the rolled eyes and groans among the jaded members of the press, lawmakers have been touting this session as one where about 96 percent of the bills that passed came with bipartisan support. House Speaker Mark Ferrandino, DDenver, points out that the 2013 session was pretty bipartisan as well, but that the “noise” that came about from a handful of bills — such as one that created civil unions and others that tightened gun laws — made it difficult for others to notice that lawmakers often were working together. “There was a lot more heat in the building last year,” Ferrandino said. “One of the differences is we had a biblical flood in our state between the two sessions and I think a lot of people said, `Let’s (set aside) the gamesmanship, the feigned indignation and fighting that we do for theater sometimes and actually just get the work done.’”
Even claims that the session was a bipartisan success came with bipartisan support. “Overall it was not quite as contentious this year as it was last year,” said House Minority Leader Brian DelGrosso, R-Loveland. DelGrosso acknowledged that there were fights on some issues, but not many. “I think that was kind of good for everybody ... to have a little more civility,” he said. Some of the key pieces of legislation that passed the Legislature this year came with overwhelming bipartisan support. They included the Student Success Act, a major K-12 school-funding bill, and an effort to fund a state-operated aerial firefighting fleet. And some of the high-profile bills that died were bipartisan efforts, such as a bill that would have banned photo radar technology like red light cameras and another bill that would have prohibited the sale of cigarettes to persons under 21. There was a sharp difference in tone at the Capitol this year and there wasn’t
nearly the kind of tension that resulted in marathon debates on issues like gun control, like we saw last year. Now, this year started out looking like it was going to be an extension of 2013, when Senate Republicans — just days into the session — blasted Democrats by accusing them of bending the rules to prevent repeal efforts on gun bills from being heard. Senate Minority Leader Bill Cadman, R-Colorado Springs, even suggested that Senate President Morgan Carroll, DAurora, be recalled over the whole thing — which, by the way, turned out to be a non-story because the controversy was born out of a misunderstanding. Still, when Cadman threw down, I was like, “Oh, snap. Here we go. Where’s the popcorn?” Seriously, I settled in for what I expected to be 2013 redux. Instead, nothing. This year’s session was hardly a heavyweight fight. At best, it was like watching a 12-round fight between a couple of aging boxers who can’t lift their arms to throw punches any more. But, don’t kid yourselves. These guys are politicians and they know when it’s appropriate to sit around the campfire and sing songs together and when it’s time to throw down. For example, House Majority Leader Dickey Lee Hullinghorst, D-Gunbarrel, recently took issue when a reporter asked her if the quiet session was a result of Democrats getting the message that they
may have overreached on some issues last year. “I think one reason why this one was less contentious was that (Republicans) got the message,” she said. “We’re here to do the work of the people and that’s how we do it. We do the work that we think is of core importance to the people of Colorado and a lot of that was bipartisan. “We don’t pick fights to pick fights and maybe they’ve begun to understand that.” But Republicans believe that voters will have long memories when they go to the polls in November. And Cadman will be eligible to become Senate President if just one seat flips in that chamber. “I think what we offer is opportunity and what these guys offer is oppression,” said Cadman. “I mean, these guys virtually want to control everything...” So, in spite of all the feel-good bills that came out of the Capitol this year, there is going to be a real messaging battle that’s going to be played out on television and through yard signs and bumper stickers this fall. And who knows what that’s going to mean for next year’s Legislature, which could end up looking a whole lot different than this year’s. So, I wouldn’t get too accustomed to all this do-goody bipartisanship just yet. Because all it takes is one scorching issue to burn all those happy little trees to the ground.
northglenn news in a hurry City wins state economic development award
City of Northglenn council members and staff accepted the Economic Development Council of Colorado’s award for 2013 Large Community of the Year. The ceremony was May 1 at the EDCC’s spring conference at the Two Rivers Convention Center. This award is presented to a community
over 20,000 in population that demonstrates support for economic development through an organized program and strong leadership. Northglenn was chosen based on its creative, innovative, and strategic business retention, expansion and attraction efforts. Some of the projects that were completed or broke ground in 2013 included:
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Three residents who participate in curbside recycling or sign up for curbside recycling in May will win a $100 gift card to
Lowe’s through a drawing. Everyone who uses the city’s polycarts for trash service is eligible to have curbside recycling at no additional charge. To enter the drawing and/or sign up for curbside recycling, go to www.northglenn.
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City works on school zone safety By Tammy Kranz
tkranz@coloradocommunitymedia.com The City of Northglenn will make rightof-way modifications at North Mor Elementary School in an effort to reduce risks for pedestrians. City Council gave staff the go-ahead during its May 5 study session to use $20,000 allocated in the 2014 budget to cover the costs of signage, stripping and other modifications. Staff began a comprehensive school zone assessment at North Mor Elementary School, 9580 Damon Drive, after a vehicle struck a pedestrian in 2013. All total, about $20,000 was spent in staff time and consultant fees for the assessment. The city came up with a set of improvements that could be made by both the city in the right-of-way areas and Adams 12 Five Star Schools on its property. Those improvements would cost about $360,000 total — about $60,000 for the city’s part. However, city staff reported that Adams 12
could not make a commitment to do the improvements because the district has no capital improvement funding. The city was in the running for a $190,000 grant to help improve pedestrian safety features at the school, but did not receive it. Director of Public Works David Willett cautioned that in order for the improvements or modifications to have the highest rate of accident reduction, the plan would have to be done comprehensively. He said a lot of issues have to do with bus routes and drop off locations — and despite rightof-way modifications the city does, the chaos of traffic would still happen. Council directed staff to go ahead and do what it could with the allocated budget. Staff also sought council’s direction on what to do with the other schools in Northglenn. “We want to focus on the elementary schools because we feel like the kids there are less likely to understand where all the dangers and problems may be,” City Man-
court news in a hurry Court of Appeals upholds Rhea’s conviction
The Colorado Court of Appeals upheld the conviction of former Quality Paving owner Jerry Lee Rhea for theft of Adams County funds. The decision occurred May 8. Rhea, 66, former owner and president of Quality Paving and Quality Resurfacing, oversaw fraudulent billing practices by the company that were used to obtain $250,000 from the county for road work that was not done or completed. The overall investigation resulted in criminal charges against seven individuals for $1 million in fraudulent payments. Rhea was sentenced to nine years in prison and ordered to pay $250,000 in restitution after he was convicted in 2012 of 23 counts of theft, conspiracy and attempting to influence a public servant. Rhea has been free on an appeal bond
during the appeal process. Once the mandate from the Court of Appeals is received, a hearing will be set in Adams County District Court and the District Attorney’s Office will request that Rhea’s sentence be imposed.
Man sentenced to 12 years for bar shooting
Mario Moses Oliveros, 39, was sentenced to 13 years in prison May 7 for reckless manslaughter in a shooting at Chamucos bar in Thornton last year. Oliveros was convicted in January by an Adams County jury of reckless manslaughter in the shooting death of Jose Horner of Westminster. He also was convicted of four counts of reckless endangerment concerning other patrons of the bar. He had been charged with firstdegree murder and attempted first-degree murder.
ager John Pick said. Willett added: “I could probably suggest the next school based on the complaints and collisions we had.” Mayor Joyce Downing said staff and council could discuss doing other schools during the 2015 budget process. Ward IV Councilwoman Kim Snetzinger was
against waiting until budget discussions to look at other schools. “We have a nice fund balance. We have funds to be able to do this at other schools this year,” she said, adding that the 2015 budget won’t even be approved until December.
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City helps businesses in a BIG way Grant program helps fund interior, exterior biz improvements By Tammy Kranz
tkranz@coloradocommunitymedia.com Silvia and Rafael Cervantes have been planning an extreme remodel of their restaurant La Botana Mexican Restaurant at 8995 N. Washington St. for about seven years. The remodel was going to cost more than $400,000, and because of the struggling economy, the Cervantes decided to break it up in phases. Last year, the city of Thornton approved the Cervantes’ application for a Business Improvement
Grant (BIG) and enabled them to complete the first phase of their remodel — a new roof, new patio and a new vestibule. The first phase was more than $100,000 and the city’s grant covered $30,000. The new exterior has done more than helped improve the look of the restaurant’s exterior — it has also saved the Cervantes on their Xcel bills. “The new vestibule has helped us out tremendously,” said Silvia Cervantes. “Before, all the wind and snow would come into the dining room every time someone would open the door to come in. It would take a while before it could warm up again, so we always had our furnace running on high to keep it warm enough for our patrons.” BIG is a primarily matching-funds providing up to $30,000 for exterior
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business improvements, $20,000 for interior business improvements and $20,000 for equipment purchases. A business can apply for all three; however, the grant itself cannot exceed $30,000. The city’s Retail & Local Business Administrator Julie Jacoby said the purpose of the program is to help businesses with improvements that will result in the creation and retention of jobs, increased sales revenue and increased capital investment in Thornton businesses. “It’s really a testament to the city how much it cares about its businesses succeeding,” she said. Other grant recipients have included Papa Mazzotti’s, 2252 Lake Ave., for a new refrigerator to increase its catering business; Mountain View Garage, 8650 Pearl St., to repair a leaking roof and Subway, 8650 N. Washington, for exterior façade improvements. From 2011 to 2013, the city has granted 54 BIG awards, Jacoby said. She said so far $610,000 has been spent in capital improvements — $198,000 in grant money, $412,000 was in private funding. “That’s about a 70-30 split,” she said.
Subway, 8650 N. Washington St., is a past recipient of the city of Thornton’s Business Improvement Grant (BIG). Shown is a photo of the eatery before making exterior façade improvements. Courtesy photo
Subway, 8650 N. Washington St., was able to make exterior façade improvements (shown in photo) with the help of grant money from the city of Thornton. Courtesy photo The city has $325,000 reserved for the 2014 grant
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ELECTION NEWS IN A HURRY Nielsen, Day voted onto board
North Metro Fire Rescue District election polls closed at 7 p.m. on May 6, 2014. From the votes tallied, the unofficial results show that district residents have elected Robert Nielsen and Dennis Day to serve four-year terms on the North Metro Fire Board of Directors. The election results were as follows: Robert Nielsen with 378 votes, Dennis Day with 300 and John Beirise with 213. For Nielsen, it will be his second
term serving on North Metro’s Board. He currently is the Board President and has close to 45 years of experience working with the fire service. Nielsen is a former fire chief from Illinois and moved to Broomfield in 2006. Day will be returning as a Board member, having served previously from 2008 to 2012. He spent 35 years working for North Metro Fire, spending 20 of those years as the district’s deputy fire chief. Day is also a
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In less than a week, seniors from various Adams 12 high schools will receive high school diplomas. It’s a time of celebration and accomplishment after years of hard work and dedication. For superintendent Chris Gdowski shaking the hands of the graduating seniors is what he looks forward to most all year. “Graduation is the best part of the year,” he said. “I get goose bumps every year to see the many students who have overcome huge hardships and challenges to graduate. To hear the students give their speeches during graduation, just really warms your heart.” Graduation rates for the class of 2014 won’t be tallied until early next year, but according to Gdowski, he’s anticipating an even higher rate from the four traditional high schools, Legacy, Horizon, Northglenn and Thornton, compared to the class of 2013, which was 80.1 percent. He credits the students’ dedication to achieving their goals, but also credits the teachers for making valuable connections with students and helping to guide students in a positive direction. “It’s those teachers who inspire the students to think about a better future for themselves,” he said. “It’s the teachers who are the key and core to the success the district has had in the last four years.” Although each high school graduating class is a special one, Gdowski noted one in particular that has made huge strides in the past four years.
Northglenn High School 2 p.m. May 12 at CU Coors Event Center, 950 Regent Drive in Boulder Horizon High School 7 p.m. on May 12 at CU Events Center, 950 Regent Drive in Boulder Thornton High School 2 p.m. May 13 at CU Coors Event Center, 950 Regent Drive in Boulder Vantage Point High School 11 a.m. on May 15 at Colorado Heights University, 3001 Federal Blvd. in Denver Pathways 6 p.m. on May 22 at Horizon High School, 5321 E 136 Ave. in Thornton
“The senior class at Northglenn is a class I’m really proud of,” he said. “This group of kids has done so much to help make the broader community embrace the school again. They’ve the lead the school back to a place of pride for people in the community. They care about one another and their school.” Going forward, Gdwoksi said the district will be focusing on improving the reading and writing proficiency for students as well as implement more technology into daily instruction for future graduating classes. He said there is also a chance the school board will be considering placing a question on the November ballot asking district voters for a financial investment in facilities, as well as possible mill levy override to support school operations.
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Simple pleasures, small luxuries have most meaning Last Monday, I allowed myself a simple luxury: I have some leftover whipped cream and I am enjoying a generous dollop in my morning coffee. I typically don’t have whipped cream in my fridge so I consider this indulgence a small luxury. I asked my friends and family what they would consider their small luxuries, and I found that the simple pleasures can mean the most. Like me, many people chose goodies: a hot caramel sundae with hot peanuts, red wine and chocolate, a shot of butterscotch schnapps in hot cocoa with – what else? – whipped cream. Homemade dill pickles, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, and stale Peeps also made the list, as well as this from a friend: “the occasional and oh-so-bad-for-me-and-my-wallet Reuben sandwich at work!” Many of us also treat ourselves to creature comforts: hot showers and bubble baths, really nice shampoo, a pedicure and massage. Technology-made-convenient is
also important, such as Wi-Fi and the ability to chat with friends overseas. My friends also share an appreciation for our natural world: the lovely fragrance of budding trees out the front door, a pond and waterfall, sunshine on our faces, Colorado summer nights with warm Chinook winds blowing through the trees, and a twilight bike ride around the lake when the wind has stopped and all is still. Quiet time is also a luxury — coffee in bed for 15 minutes before the kids wake up, allowing 10 minutes to sit in the sun on a busy work day, reading in bed with a finger of
Scotch when everyone else is asleep and the house is quiet and dark. Ah, yes … reading. Many people answered with responses such as reading a book in bed after a long day. Sitting in the Tattered Cover or the library with piles and piles of books. And, after my own heart, living in the company of books … previously read or yet to be enjoyed. Family and friends came up again and again, as did four-footed furries: “My dog jumping up and down to see me when I come home, even if I’ve only been gone five minutes.” “My little orange kitty, Clementine, jumping into my lap to say hello while I’m writing at my desk.” “Just losing myself on a walk in the still of the night with my dog.” And this: “The feel of a contented animal’s fur and skin.” Sleeping – high on my list – was also extolled: no alarm in the morning, sleeping in, and taking a nap in the middle of the day. Some responses were poignant: “Sitting
with an elderly person as she recalls and shares her life story, watching her eyes sparkle … and dim.” Some were profound: “Finally being able to get legally married.” Amid these simple pleasures and small luxuries, too, was an awareness of what we have that others would consider luxuries, such as running water and electricity. One of my friends is appreciative of one more day on this Earth, and another said simply: “Thanks for bringing up my gratitude.” Marilyn Krysl, esteemed author and Professor Emerita at CU Boulder, has said, “Luxury is a necessity.” As I’ve listened to my friends and loved ones this week, I’ve come to believe this is true. Andrea Doray is a writer who agrees with her friend Irene, who said, “My best luxury is taking my car in to have it cleaned instead of washing it myself!” Contact Andrea with your little luxuries at a.doray@andreadoray.com.
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Where will you be in 10 years? “We asked a few soon-to-be graduates from Mapleton Public Schools where they saw themselves in 10 years?”
“I see myself in a purple chair with different color walls – my office will be colorful and fun. I will have my own psychology practice with patients who love me.” Danielle Aalders Mapleton Early College
“I see myself as a police officer. I have a nice home, but no kids yet, not for a while. I want to get myself together first.” Nick Lucero North Valley School for Young Adults
“It depends on the career path I take. Maybe I’ll be a doctor. I’m still considering if I want to join the Air Force.” Navil Perez York International School
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Happy with no happy ending The other day, I was shopping for an anniversary card for my parents (52 years!), and a thought struck me: None of these say “happily ever after.” For 52 years my parents have been married, and, in all that time, I’m not sure they ever leaned back at the end of the day, clasped their hands behind their heads, and said “That’s done — now we live happily ever after!” They worked hard, survived the tumult of the 1960s, raised seven children, saw one of them almost die, opened their own business, moved a couple times, watched each of their children marry, most of them proceeding to have children of their own, and, in none of that, was there ever “happily ever after.” I’ve seen pictures of them on their wedding day, and they look like everybody else does on their wedding day: joyful, in love, and completely hopeful for the future. They were a little older when they got married, so there was (I think) a little less naivete than most of us enter marriage with; but, still, they couldn’t possibly have known what life would throw their way, or, frankly, how hard it was going to be. But, as my shopping expedition testifies, they made it. They worked, they struggled, at times they fought forces beyond their control, and, at times, they fought each other. But they stuck together — with Faith, Hope, and Love, they made the whole crazy thing work. For each other, and for all of us. I’m writing about this today because, of all the things I’ve learned in my life, this may be the most useful. And I’m only writing about this because, crazily, this week marks the last week of classes for my oldest daughter, 400 of her classmates, and thousands of high school seniors all over Colorado. So here it is, senior class of
2014, my piece of advice: There is no “Happily Ever After.” Sorry. There is only “What’s next?” I know you were raised on Disney princesses, but that’s the reality. Even next week, as you walk across the podium and accept your diplomas, that is not the end of the story: that is the end of a chapter. For the next day, or the next week, or next month, you will have to put your head back down, and go to work again. And whether that’s on a job, more school, or service to your country, it makes no difference. The play goes on. I know it sounds like that’s a bummer, like I’m trying to throw cold water on your parade. But I’m really not. The great lesson of my parents is that, even though there’s no “Happily Ever After,” there is still plenty of happy, plenty of joy, plenty of rewards. It’s just that it doesn’t automatically come to you at the end of the day. There is also a wonderful flip side to this: if the story isn’t over, it means that you get to write the next chapter, and the next, and the one after that. If this chapter wasn’t your favorite—doesn’t suggest “happily,” ever, then take heart! You have control of the next one, and it is up to you to decide the “Happy” content of it.
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Musical ‘Once’ plays the Buell The multi-award winning Broadway musical “Once,” playing through May 18 at the Buell Theatre, is worth seeing at least twice. What started as a low budget Irish film has morphed into a stage musical in London, on Broadway and a national U.S. tour. I was not familiar with the show but knew I would, at the very least, like the music when I learned that it features the Oscar winning “Falling Slowly.” What a lovely song. The entire score is equally pleasing. In a few words, here is the plot: Guy (as he is called) meets Girl (as she is called) while he’s performing one of his own songs. She’s impressed with his raw talent and the passion she hears in his music. He is Irish and she is a Czech immigrant. Both are musicians and write their own songs. He is filled with angst since his girlfriend went to New York City. Girl lives with her young daughter and her mother. Girl’s husband has left them. Guy repairs vacuum cleaners and she sells flowers. They create music together and it’s easy to see that they are falling love. The show begins with audience members milling about the stage, buying drinks at the bar and chatting with cast members while other actors/musicians hold a jam session. The house lights are up and stay that way for some time. The fourth wall is down. The show is a wonderful blend of reality and fantasy. In the first scene, Girl’s broken “Hoover” magically appears on stage when she learns that Guy can repair it. For the majority of the play, all of the adult cast members are on stage. Each is an accomplished musician as well as a first-rate actor. The production is chock
full of mesmerizing music. Instruments include guitars, a piano, a cello, an accordion and concertina, drums, and violins. Definitely not an easy cast to assemble but it has been done to near perfection. The ingenious choreography adds to the surreal element of this touching, bittersweet story. The music ranges from traditional Irish folk songs, to silly songs like “Broken Hearted Hoover Fixer Sucker Guy,” to heartbreakingly tender ballads. The music is exquisite and the cast more than lives up to the challenges they are given. “Once” is now at the top of my “I must see this one again” bucket list. I’m so pleased to see that good musicals didn’t end with Lerner and Lowe. This is a fairly short run so get your tickets now. “Once” runs only through May 18 at the Buell Theatre at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Denver. On May 18, the show will be ASL interpreted, Audio Described and open captioned. For tickets and information, call 303-893-4100 or visit the website at www.denvercenter.org. Columnist Harriet Hunter Ford may be reached at hhunterford@msn.com.
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from private financing. Supporters say that’s important, given the lack of tax payer-backed road funding that is available for all the state’s construction projects. But Rep. Mike Foote, D-Lafayette, said that’s also something that requires some watching. “Out-of-state financiers are not accountable to public,” Foote said. “As the Legislature, we are accountable to the public. They aren’t.” There have been concerns that the public was kept out of the loop along the way. Many residents of communities that rely on U.S. 36 for transport said they didn’t know many of the details of the 50-year project. “I think that transparency is really important and I think when the voters in my
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housing growth which brought increased elementary enrollment in the mid-2000s.” The proposed $150 million bond would fund a new high school (the third in the district), two new elementary schools, complete the build-out of Brantner Elementary, expand Overland Trail Middle School and renovate Vikan Middle School. Money would also be available to finish learning space inside the district charter school Eagle Ridge Academy. The new high school location will be at 136th Avenue and Yosemite Street in Thornton and would alleviate overcrowding at Prairie View and Brighton High Schools. The $7.5 million mill levy override increase would create a recurring source of revenue that the district could use to increase academic achievement. This
district tell me they have a strong concern here, I need to follow the voters in my district,” said Rep. Max Tyler, D-Lakewood, who supported the bill. The bill passed with bipartisan support in the Senate, but a couple of Democrats joined all Republicans in voting against the bill in the House. Critics of the legislation included the Colorado Contractors Association, a group that expressed concerns that the bill would have an adverse impact on road projects. The group and the majority of General Assembly Republicans wondered if the legislation was a knee-jerk reaction to what happened during the U.S. 36 process, and that the response is disproportionate to the problem. “Transparency, yes; absolute control, no,” said Rep. Ray Scott, R-Grand Junction. “We already have many pieces of control within our state statutes.” The bill now heads to the desk of Gov. John Hickenlooper for his signature.
includes adding instructional coaches, adding support for students at risk of academic failure, increasing access to mobile learning materials and the attraction and retention of teachers. McEldowney said this money also would help with overhead funding to open the new schools if the construction bond passes. “There is a level of funding that will come with the students — state dollars — but there are additional costs involved with opening new schools,” he said. Parents and Community for 27J kicked off its campaign efforts to get the ballot issues approved May 7 with a community meeting and launched a website, www. iam27j.org/. Superintendent Chris Fiedler is expected to make necessary changes to the QSI recommendation before making his own recommendation to the 27J Board of Education in August. The board then will vote whether to place those issues on the ballot.
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org/recycling, which will have links to where you can either enter the drawing or sign up for curbside recycling. By signing up for curbside recycling in May, you are automatically entered into the drawing. Only one entry is allowed per residence. Entries must be received by May 30. The gift cards come from a donation by Lowe’s and Toter’s Inc.
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for a more effective and efficient service. There are no layoffs planned, reduction in staff in the future will come through attrition, he added. “In the past we’ve only had two-person firefighters, but with the merge we’ll be able to increase the number of firefighters on the engines,” Laurienti said. “We’ll have three to four firefighters per fire engine, which is a great benefit.” Residents in both districts won’t see an increase in taxes after the merge, in fact, SWAC residents will be see a decrease in taxes because SWAC’s mill levy will go down. Sunderland said some stations will be combined for better service.
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Graduation, your first job, a promotion, marriage, children — these will each be only chapters. It’s like climbing mountains: do you know what you see from the top of the mountain? More mountains. It doesn’t mean you don’t stop to admire the
Candlelight Vigil at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 15, at E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park, across from City Hall, 11701 Community Center Drive. The vigil honors peace officers from Colorado who have died in the line of duty. The park is named after Corporal Edgar Blaine Rains Jr., a Northglenn police officer who was killed in the line of duty in 1984. The public is invited to attend.
Free landfill day
Northglenn residents get a free landfill day from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 17, Tower Road Landfill, 88th Avenue, just east of Tower Road, Commerce City. “We’re not quite sure what we’ll do with buildings we don’t end up using,” he said. “We’ll take a good hard look at the whole picture and figure out what make sense. We can either use the buildings for other uses, or we can sell them.” After the merge, Laurienti will be the chief of the Adams County Fire Protection District and the board of directors will be made of up three residents from the North Washington area and two residents from the SWAC area. Final approval of the merge is anticipated this summer, but the entire process to combine all tax dollars and assets will be not finalized until Dec. 31. The public is welcome at the upcoming meeting on May 21. Anyone with concerns regarding the merge can submit their concerns in writing to the board or speak during the meeting. For more information contact Sunderland at 303-539-6806.
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view — but you can’t stay on this mountain forever. So enjoy this time, because it is quite an achievement. But don’t stay here too long: your next great achievement is waiting! Michael Alcorn is a music teacher and fitness instructor who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. He graduated from Alameda High School and the University of Colorado-Boulder.
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Governor says fracking special session ‘50-50’ Lawmakers may work overtime to prevent issue from going to ballot By Vic Vela
vvela@colorado communitymedia.com Gov. John Hickenlooper said last week that the odds are 50-50 that he would call lawmakers back to the Capitol over the summer for a special legislative session that deals with hydraulic fracking. The purpose of the session would be for the Legislature to reach a compromise in terms of the amount of control that local communities have when it comes to regulating oil and gas operations, especially the polarizing business of fracking. The governor said he is hopeful that the oil and gas industry, environmental groups and other interested parties can come to a compromise on this heavily important issue — one that’s gained steam over the last couple of years as drilling has moved closer to Front Range communities. But Hickenlooper also acknowledged that he is not holding his breath on an agreement, just yet. “We’re not close enough yet,” Hickenlooper told reporters on May 8, the day after the legislative session ended. “We’ve made tremendous progress,
as polarized as this issue has been in Colorado, you’re going to have a lot of interest on both ends of the spectrum — and a fairly large interest in the middle of that — and the goal is to bring all those people together,” said House Majority Leader Dickey Lee Hullinghorst, D-Gunbarrel. “Sometimes it takes some time to get there and I know there is some frustration.” The issue is a complex one for lawmakers to deal with. On the one hand, there are the undeniable economic benefits that fracking provides, including high-paying job creation. Yet at the same time, more and more communities are expressing concern over possible health impacts that come with fracking. So far, five Colorado cities have put in place fracking bans or moratoriums. The special session, if it materializes, would create for some interesting debate among lawmakers who have very different opinions on the issue. “I think the bottom line is, if there is a way that we can protect an industry that is feeding our families and providing our tax base and providing energy security — not only for the state but for the rest of the country — then we ought to be looking at what it’s going to take to protect that,” said Senate Minority Leader Bill Cadman, R-Colorado Springs.
TCAP scores down statewide Preliminary results show slight decline in third-grade reading By Tammy Kranz
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enough progress that it’s worth continuing to talk and try to work through that split.” However, the governor added that “there’s no point in calling a special session unless you get to that point (of agreement).” The debate over fracking — the mixing of water, sand and chemicals that are blasted into the surface to free up blocked oil and gas — is expected to reach a higher and more expensive level if the Legislature does not take action this summer. One or more initiatives to give local communities more power in determining how oil and gas companies operate could end up on the November ballot, which would result in a pricey advertising campaign that is expected to garner national attention. The governor acknowledged that there is a sense of urgency to find a compromise on these issues and that it would behoove all sides to come together, rather than face “draconian” ballot questions, where all bets are off. “Ballot initiatives are thumbs up or thumbs down...,” Hickenlooper said. “They’re often pretty crude ways to deal with complex issues.” Legislative leaders had hoped to bring a local control bill this year and they held out hope as late as the last few weeks of the session that a consensus could be reached. However, it never materialized. “Anytime you have an issue that is
Third-grade readings scores saw a slight decline statewide, according to the TCAP preliminary results released last week by the Colorado Department of Education. Scores in Adams 12 Five Star Schools and District 27J also declined slightly, but 27J is above the state level. Mapleton Public Schools saw a slight improvement. In 2013, according to the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) results, 73.3 percent of third graders scored proficient or advanced. This year, that number declined to 71.5 percent. D27J also saw a decline from 73.6 percent in 2013 to 72 percent this year,
but it is still slightly higher than the state’s average. “We are pleased that today’s release of preliminary TCAP third-grade reading scores shows that our students continue to be at the state average in the number of students reading at a proficient or advanced level and that we continue to be a leader among metro-area Adams County school districts,” said D27J Superintendent Chris Fiedler. He added that this is just one piece of testing data and the full release of the TCAP results in August will provide a wider picture on how students did. The slight change in the percentage for Adams 12 mirrors the change at state level. In 2013, third-graders scored 66.7 percent advanced or proficient. This year that number was 65.7 percent. Adams 12 staff plans to focus on literacy for the 2014-2015 school year — one of the goals is to increase the amount of non-fiction reading and
writing in response students do. “By focusing on literacy, we’re confident we can improve learning in all subject areas. I believe collectively we’re moving in the right direction,” said Adams 12 Chief Academic Officer Tracy Dorland. Mapleton had a slight increase in third-graders reading proficient or advanced from 54.5 percent in 2013 to 54.7 this year. “We are heading in the right direction,” said Karla Allenbach, the district’s executive director of learning services. “Mapleton Public Schools can attribute these steady results to targeted and specific research-based interventions. We know we must stay the course and continue to implement curriculum and interventions with fidelity in order to meet the needs of our students.” The official third-grade reading results will be released with the other remaining scores for TCAP sometime in early August, according to the state department.
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.
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Landess about to mosey along 7News anchor Mike Landess has decided that 50 years in broadcasting is enough for one lifetime. Sometime in late summer, Landess will hang up his earpiece, according to a story posted on the 7News website. “We’ve been talking about it for a couple of years and hitting that 50-year mark seemed like an appropriate time to do it,” Landess said. In 1977, Landess arrived in Denver and anchored along-side Ed Sardella at KUSA for the next 16 years. Landess went on to anchor at WXIA in Atlanta during the Summer Olympics and then to WTTG in Washington, D.C., where he covered the 9/11 attacks. He returned to Denver and 7News in 2002, where he has worked as primary anchor of evening newscasts since. Landess has been honored with more than two dozen Emmy Awards — including five for Best Anchor. He has earned five Edward R. Murrow Awards and contributed to the winning of a Peabody Award in 2013 for wildfire coverage. Landess was inducted into the Heartland Chapter of National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Silver Circle in 2008.
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How Jane got her groove back The Edge’s latest examines sex, loneliness By Clarke Reader
creader@colorado communitymedia.com There are times when seeing the phrase “inspired by a true story” can be a death knell for creative story telling, but with the right story, “truth is stranger than fiction” can take on a whole new meaning. Jane Juska’s play, “A Round Heeled Woman” — which is based on her book called “A Round-Heeled Woman: My Late-Life Adventures in Sex and Romance” — takes audiences on a true story of her adventures through sex, romance and loneliness. “A Round Heeled Woman” is playing at The Edge Theater, 1560 Teller St., Suite 200, through this weekend. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 6 p.m. The titular woman is Juska (Jan Cleveland), a 66-year-old divorcée who has decided she’s been without any affection in her life for too long, and puts an ad in The New York Review of Books. “Before I turn 67 — next March,” the ad reads, “I would like to have a lot of sex with a man I like. If you want to talk first, Trollope works for me.”
IF YOU GO WHAT: “A Round Heeled Woman” WHERE: The Edge Theater 1560 Teller Street, Suite 200, Lakewood WHEN: Through May 18 Friday and Saturday - 8 p.m. Sunday - 6 p.m. COST: $20 advance, $22 at the door INFORMATION: 303-232-0363 or www.theedgetheater.com Juska received 63 replies, from men between the ages of 32 and 84 and the play tells the true story of some of the encounters that follow. “It’s a really interesting show, I think. On the surface it is about an older woman who hasn’t had any kind of physical romance in a long time,” said Cleveland. “But I think it’s really about loneliness and trying to find someone to fill a void in you.” Cleveland is joined on stage by Suzanna Wellens and Deb Hultgren as The Women and Bob Byrnes, Gary Crow-Willard and Scott Shuster as The Men. Multiple Emmy and Golden Globe winner Sharon Gless toured with the show from 2009 through 2012, and The Edge’s production is the first outside of that tour.
“Round Heeled” is also Clevland’s first time playing at The Edge. “The Edge is the place to perform in town for actors,” she said. “Rick and Patty (Yaconis) are taking both new and classic works and drawing some of the best talent around.” Cleveland said that since Jane is the main character, she is never off stage, and so she started working on the show in February. “Jane has all these shifts in the play, so it’s my job to take the audience on her journey,” she said. “She has really difficult issues with her family, and so that affects her behavior a lot.” While Cleveland describes the play as mostly a comedy, she said that the play explores all emotion, from hysterically funny to some deep sadness. Physical affection in elders is something that doesn’t get discussed much in contemporary society, but if nothing else, Cleveland said she hopes audiences leave the show with a greater understanding of the loneliness that many face. “It hit me before the show how littler older people get hugs and things like that,” she said. “Jane has a line where she wonders if she has received all the touches and caresses she’s going to receive in her life, and that is a scary thought.” For more information, call 303-2320363 or visit www.theedgetheater.com.
Say it ain’t so, Glo! Veteran radio host extraordinaire Gloria Neal, who’s been splitting her time between the “Gloria Neal Show” on AM 760 radio from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. Monday through Friday and her gig on the 6 p.m. news team on CBS4 weekdays, posted on her Facebook page that as of Tuesday, the radio show’s plug has been pulled. Here are some excerpts from her FB post: “The Gloria Neal on AM 760 is no more. Clear Channel is completely changing the format. The official announcement has not been made as to what the format will be, but none of current hosts will be on the new station. However, you will still be able to find me on CBS4 in the evenings ... “There are no regrets, no hard feelings and no animosity. Every listener has enriched my life — whether you agreed or disagreed with me; whether I introduced you to `Mr. Click’ or gave you your first `Honey Hush’ it was all worth it.” You go, Glo!
TAG Raw Bar moving
Much-lauded chef Troy Guard (TAG, TAG Raw Bar, TAG Burger Bar, Los Chingones, Sugarmill, Guard and Grace) is moving his TAG Raw Bar concept from Larimer Square to Lowry, according to a story in Westword. In its stead, Guard plans to “re-concept” the TAG Raw Bar space on Larimer Square to a less expensive yet-to-benamed restaurant. (The rap I’ve heard against Guard’s Raw Bar is that while the food is delish, the tab is tall.) The old TAG Raw Bar will close on July 1 and reopen as its reinvented self on or
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Commissioners change meeting day Staff Report Beginning June 3, the Board of County Commissioners will move their public hearings and study sessions from Mondays to Tuesdays. “Logistically moving the hearings to Tuesdays makes sense for everyone involved,” Adams County Manager Todd Leopold said. “The public will have more time to evaluate the agenda and prepare public comments while our commissioners will have an extra day to evaluate the complex issues they have to consider.” The Board of County Commissioners unanimously supports the decision to move Public Hearings to Tuesdays. “We were getting a lot of information on Fridays and sometimes we would have trouble getting clarification until early Monday morning right before the hearing,” said Commissioner Charles “Chaz”
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around July 15. Lowry’s TAG Raw Bar is slated to open in September. Meanwhile, the prolific chef/restaurateur (emulating successful chef/restaurant owner Frank Bonanno?) is opening a second TAG Burger Bar in the former Subway Tavern space in the Sunnyside neighborhood in northwest Denver.
Brewery comes to Broomfield
Broomfield has a “nose” for beer. A new brewery, 4 Noses Brewing, opened in Broomfield on May 8. Westword reported a New Yorker is fronting the new brewery located at 8855 West 116th Circle, just off
Tedesco. “This way we will have more time to consider feedback and allow the public to have an extra day to consider the issues.” Public hearings during April and May of 2014 will continue to be held at 9:30 a.m. on Mondays. The agenda for each public hearing and study session will be posted on the Adams County website, www.adcogov.org. A physical copy will also be posted outside of the Clerk & Recorder’s Office at the Adams County Government Center, 4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Brighton. The board also hosts town hall meetings throughout the year. The next one is scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, in the Rosa Auditorium at the Skyview Campus, 8990 York St. in Thornton. The board will first hold a public hearing for the subarea plan for the Welby neighborhood and the town hall will follow immediately after.
Wadsworth Parkway. Tommy Bibliowicz and his wife Megan will head the operation. They looked at locations in Denver and Boulder before settling in Broomfield because of the scarcity of beer-makers. “Every time we found a possible place, there were two other breweries within a four-block radius, and we wanted to stand out a little bit,” Bibliowicz told Westword. “Broomfield struck us as a city that we could be a part of and not get overshadowed by other breweries.” 4 Noses will house a 20-barrel brewhouse along with a two-barrel pilot system. The brewery will start with at least five beers on tap and will add beers as the month progresses. Seventy-five to 100 people can fit in the taproom and a patio that can seat 50-plus is expected to be added in June.
LEGISLATIVE NEWS Flood relief bill gets final OK
The first bill of the legislative session turned out to be the last one passed, as an effort to provide tax relief to flood-impacted homeowners was sent to the governor’s desk on May 7. House Bill 1001 is a property tax forgiveness plan for homeowners whose homes are destroyed by natural disasters. Changes made to the bill in the Senate prior to its final passage led to some latesession drama to save the legislation. The original version of the bill required that the state pay a homeowner’s property taxes for a full year. However, the Senate changed the bill so it would only apply to the period of time that the homes were impacted by the disaster. The House ended up restoring the bill to much of its original form before it was re-passed. It now heads to the desk of Gov. John Hickenlooper, who is expected to sign the legislation.
Telecom reform signed into law
Gov. John Hickenlooper on May 9 signed into law a package of bills that address telecommunications services in rural areas.
Westminster finds developer An old haunt for Mr. On The Town, the former Westminster Mall, is getting a revamp. Former Rocky Mountain News business reporter John Rebchook reports the mall has a developer, San Diego-based OliverMcMillan. In Rebchook’s story for Insiderealestatenews.com, the city of Westminster and the Westminster Economic Development Authority announced on May 7 an exclusive agreement for the redevelopment of the 105-acre site of the former Westminster Mall at U.S. 36 and Sheridan Boulevard. The Westminster Mall opened in 1977, but by 2009 it was half empty. In 2011, it was purchased by the city. The plan calls for a high-density, urban development with residential, commercial, retail and other uses. City council approval of the official development plan
The bills modernize Colorado’s telecommunication laws and expand broadband Internet service to un-served parts of the state. One of the key components of the package reroutes money from an annual $54 million subsidy from telecom companies to a broadband fund. The subsidy was put in place decades ago, when most homes had telephone land lines.
North Fork fire claims bill passes
A bill that will budget $17.6 million in liability claims for those who were impacted by the 2012 Lower North Fork Fire is on its way to the governor’s desk. The fire started as a state-prescribed burn in Jefferson County and culminated in the deaths of three people as well as the destruction of more than 20 homes and the burning of 4,000 acres. The state claims board initially said it was willing to budget $11 million in claims to the victims. However, during a recent court hearing, the victims were successful in asking a judge to advance the issue to the Legislature, which resulted in the bill and an additional $6.6 million.
is expected this fall.
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Gearing up for Thorntonfest Annual event features Ropes Adventure Course, car show, live music Tammy Kranz
tkranz@coloradocommunitymedia.com For the second year, the annual Thorntonfest will include the amenities at the Carpenter Park, including paddle boats, sand volleyball, basketball and tennis courts, indoor carousel rides, skatepark and a splash play area. “The park is beautiful and a great addition to the event,” said Chris Steinke, Program and Facility Supervisor with the City of Thornton. “The playground itself is a great feature – it attracts kids of all ages.” A food vendor will be located near the new amenities this year. The 48-acre Carpenter Park is adjacent to the Margaret W. Carpenter Recreation Center and Carpenter Park Fields at 108th Avenue and Colorado Boulevard, where the 19th annual event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 17. Steinke said the event remains mostly the same as year’s past, but there will be a new elevated Ropes Adventure Course that will cost $5. “We try to add something new to the event each year,” he said. The Ropes Course will be set up by Airbound Colorado and will be 20-25 feet tall. Airbound Colorado also will have a bounce house, inflatable toddler zone, bungee run, inflatable slides, rock
climbing wall and an obstacle course. Other features standard to the event will be the Battle of the Bands, which will run from noon to 5 p.m. on the outdoor amphitheater located in Carpenter Park; the Mile Hi Cruisers/AMC Car Show, with an award presentation set for 3:30 p.m.; and Kids Korner, which will have bungee trampolines, mini-train, vendors and children’s amusements. There will be an Arbor Day Tent set up where forestry staff will be on-hand to discuss any problems someone may have concerning trees, shrubs, Xeriscape or perennials. There will be two beer gardens available to those 21 or older in The Marketplace, there is a three drink limit and a photo ID is required. Canyon Critters will be around to introduce attendees to different animals and answer questions. There will be dance and other routines running on the Dance Stage starting at 10 a.m. from the City of Thornton Dance Program, Premier Dance Studio, Kinetic
Movement Dance Academy, Gayton Dance Studio, Machinez Remainz Dance Crew and the City of Thornton Taekwon-Do Program. Live music will be showing on the Market Stage starting at 11 a.m. with Dotsero, a smooth jazz band. Indulgers, a Celtic band, will play at noon, followed by the blues/rock band West Water Outlaws at 1:15 p.m., the pop-rock variety dance band Raising Cain at 2:30 and Moses Jones, a high energy dance band, at 3:45 p.m. Attendance for Thorntonfest ranges between 45,000 to 50,000 people.
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• City of Thornton Dance Program • 10 - 11:45 am • Premier Dance Studio • 12 - 1 pm • Kinetic Movement Dance Academy • 1:15 - 2:15 pm • Gayton Dance Studio • 2:30 - 3:30 pm • Machinez Remainz Dance Crew • 3:40 - 4 pm • City of Thornton Taekwon-Do • 4 - 5 pm
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108th Avenue & Colorado Boulevard Amusements • Live Entertainment • Vendors • Paw Fest Mile Hi Cruisers/AMC Car Show • Food Concessions and MUCH, MUCH MORE! Battle of the Bands • 12-5 p.m. • Carpenter Park Amphitheater
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KIDS KORNER VENDORS Items and activities directly related to the smallest members of our population. You will find face painting, hands-on activities and educational items. A must-see for parents and children alike!
CHILDREN’S AMUSEMENTS The Ropes Adventure Course (weight restrictions apply) can be enjoyed for a fee. All of the other
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Handmade items on display and available for purchase. A great opportunity to locate that special unique gift!
selling gift items for that special fourlegged family member in your life!
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Located in the brand new Carpenter Park Amphitheater, this entertaining youth competition begins at 12 p.m. and runs throughout the entire afternoon! Each group will play a 20-minute set and bands will be judged by a three member panel. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy our local talent!
~ A Signature Event of the City of Thornton ~
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The Marketplace at Thorntonfest is made up of business exhibitors and crafters from Thornton, the Metro Area and beyond.
A great place to familiarize yourself with many of the services and products area businesses and associations have to offer! Here, you will be able to ask questions, pick up information and make purchases, in one convenient location.
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This specially-designed fair is jampacked with pet-related information, products, veterinary care and lots of entertainment and SHOPPING! While enjoying your day at the festival, keep your pets and others safe by having your dog on a leash. Also, cats MUST BE in a well-ventilated carrier or box. Water is available in the water stations at various locations throughout Paw Fest.
Rocky Mountain DockDogs
Join Rocky Mountain DockDogs as they hold competitions in Big Air, Speed Retrieve and Extreme Vertical. You may have seen this popular, family-friendly sport on TV and now’s your chance to give it a try! All dogs over six months old and handlers over seven years old are welcome to sign up. Registration will begin at 8 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. A $30 registration fee will apply. Visit rockymountaindockdogs.com for more information.
AniMall
This special pet vendor area is full of animal-related booths. Vendors include, but are not limited to, veterinarians, groomers, rescue shelters, educational organizations, along with businesses
Events
amusements at Thorntonfest are free of charge to everyone in attendance, including the bungee tramp, climbing wall and pony rides! So, come on down and join the fun!
YOUTH SPORTS AREA Here, you will find representatives from many of the community’s youth sports groups. They will have interactive activities for the children to take part in as well as to test their skills.
ARBOR DAY ACTIVITIES Thornton Forestry staff hosts this educational venue. Staff will be onhand to discuss any problems or questions you may have concerning trees, turfgrass, shrubs, perennials, ornamental grasses and Xeriscape. Displays and handouts will be available dealing with a wide- variety of topics.
CITY SERVICES TENT Be sure to look for the big City Services tent! Here, you will find representatives from various City departments to provide you with answers or guidance about your City-related questions. Booths will display information on various topics such as senior citizen programs and services to police administration.
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THE MILE HI CRUISERS/AMC CLASSIC CAR SHOW The Mile Hi Cruisers and the Colorado American Motors Club, local classic car clubs, are hosting this huge display of classic cars for the public to enjoy.
LIFE SAFETY HOUSE A great opportunity for children to learn how to escape safely from a smoke-filled environment as well as practice calling 9-1-1. Fire engine tours will be conducted by actual firemen and citizens can look forward to meeting the Fire Department’s “larger- than-life” dalmatian mascot, Safety Dog.
FOOD VENDORS Thorntonfest offers over 20 different food booths providing you with hundreds of choices for your dining pleasure while you are at the festival. Whether you are looking for a quick snack or a meal for the entire family, you will definitely find something for every palate here.
TOTAL BEVERAGE PRESENTS THE BEER GARDENS 11am-5pm Adults age 21 and over are invited to the east and west beer gardens located in The Marketplace to socialize with other adults while enjoying an ice cold beverage! A photo ID will be required to enter. Three-drink limit per person.
Our knowledgeable & caring staff is here to serve you:
Bring your dogs and cats to this lowcost Pet Vaccination Clinic. The clinic will be open from 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. The cost is $5 for a rabies shot and $10 for the distemper vaccination. Staff from the Huron Animal Hospital is donating their time for this event.
Dr. Jay Tracy, DVM | Dr. Luisa Parra-Cruz, DVM Dr. Brett Lynn, DVM | Dr. Emily Miller, DVM Dr. Marie Bartling, DVM, Cert VAC, Cert VCC
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Come watch, be amazed, laugh and cheer for these four-legged wonders as they entertain young and old alike with their precision, style and athleticism! The competition is hosted by the Colorado Disc Dogs. Registration opens at 8 a.m. and the competition begins at 9 a.m.
Creature Features Tent
Our friends from Canyon Critters will be on site from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. with exciting and interesting information about different animals that walk, creep and crawl! You never know what you might find at this exhibit, so swing by and see what you encounter!
Colorado Disk Dogs
The Colorado Disc Dogs in conjunction with the City of Thornton, will be hosting the 2014 Skyhoundz Hyper-Flight Open Qualifier Event, a National Canine World Qualifier on Saturday, May 17.
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school notes Adams 12 students head to Destination Imagination Global finals
After winning honors for creativity, teamwork and problem solving in local, state and regional tournaments, The Creativity Club, composed of students from Legacy and Northglenn High Schools, has earned the right to compete at the Destination Imagination Global Finals at the University of Tennessee. This year 100,000 young people competed in tournaments throughout the U.S. and in 30 countries to earn a spot at the Global Finals.
Mapleton opens registration for Skills Camp
Students entering third grade to eighth grade (ages 7-13) are invited to join Mapleton’s Athletic Department and Skyview Wolverine coaches for three half-days Skills Camp from 9-11 a.m. June 11-13 at York International School, 9200 York St. in Thornton. Arrive by 8:30 a.m. to receive free breakfast from the USDA Summer Food Program. Lunch from the USDA Summer Food Program will be available following camp. Transportation to and from Skills Camp is not provided. For more information call 303-8531018. To register online, visit www.mapleton.us/.
27J offers free summer breakfast, lunch
School District 27J will offer free breakfast and lunch meals to children at three school locations this summer. Free breakfast and lunch for children will be served May 27 through Aug. 1 at
Northeast Elementary, 1605 Longs Peak St., Brighton; North Elementary, 89 N. Sixth Ave., Brighton; and South Elementary, 305 S. Fifth Ave., Brighton. Breakfast will be served 8-9 a.m., with lunch from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The cost for adult meals is $2.25 for breakfast and $3.75 for lunch. Call 303-655-2988 for additional information on the summer food program.
27J honors 2013-14 retirees
School District 27J recognized its 20132014 retirees during its annual retirement dinner May 6. This year’s 29 retirees share a remarkable 543 years of combined service to the district and an average of 18 years of individual service. Each retiree was recognized with a speech from a district supervisor or co-worker and presented a special gift by 27J Board of Education members The retirees are: Alfred Navarro, custodian, Vikan Middle School, 15 years; Allyn Yamamoto, teacher, Thimmig Elementary, 39 years; Ann Godfrey, student information manager, School District 27J, 20 years; Anna Vasquez, custodian, Brighton High School, 6 years; Bill Andrews, teacher, Northeast Elementary, 30 years; Caroline Wahlborg, human resources specialist, School District 27J, 10 years; Deborah Dinges, secretary to director, School District 27J, 34 years; Donna Singer, teacher, Overland Trail Middle School, 29 years; Frank E. Sandoval, custodian, Vikan Middle School, 38 years; Geraldine Knutson, teacher, Northeast Elementary, 19 years; Glenda Friedly, instructional paraprofessional, Northeast Elemen-
your week & more MonDAyS ADult SurvIvorS of Childhood Sexual Abuse Northglenn Women’s Group meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays. WINGS provides therapist-facilitated, peer-support groups in which survivors are believed, accepted and no longer alone. For more information, call 303-283-8660. Denver thyroID CAnCer Support Group meets 7-8:30
p.m. Mondays at Montclair Recreation Center Lowry, 729 Ulster Way. For more information, call 303-388-9948.
An eDGAr CAyCe study group meets at 1:30 p.m. Mondays
near 80th and Sheridan. Call Bernita at 303-261-7175. The meeting is free.
GrIef reCovery A 12-week Grief Share program meets
at 6:30 p.m. each Monday at Arvada Covenant Church, 5555 Ward Road.
lA leChe leAGue of Broomfield meets 10 -11 a.m. the second Monday of the month at Brunner Farm House, 640 Main St. lIferInG SeCulAr Recovery meets at 6 p.m. Mondays at Washington Park United Church of Christ, 400 S. Williams St. This is a nonprofit, abstinence-based peer-support group for recovering alcoholics and addicts. For more information, call 303-830-0358 or go online to www.unhooked.com. open MIC Living Water Unity Spiritual Community presents open mic night – celebrate your teen self 4:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. This program gives teens the opportunity to express their performing art including
voice and instrument, acting, poetry, stand-up comedy, mime, etc. Open to all students in sixth to 12th grades. Email bellbottoms809@gmail.com.
overeAterS AnonyMouS meets at 7 p.m. Mondays at
North Metro Church, 12505 Colorado Blvd. in Thornton.
pAletteerS Art Club meets at 7 p.m. the second Monday of the month at the Northglenn United Methodist Church, 1605 W. 106th Ave. Meetings are open to artists and art lovers who are age 18 or older. Meet other artists and learn from monthly art demonstrations. Call Pat at 303-451-0017. StuDy Group Chabad of NW Metro Denver Jewish Center hosts a thought-provoking discussion on the weekly Torah portion. Drawing from the wisdom of the Talmud, Kabbalah and Chassidic Mystical Masters, the study group focuses on the relevance of the bible stories and Torah’s teaching to our modern lives. The class is 7-8 p.m. Mondays at Chabad, 4505 W. 112 Ave., Westminster. Refreshments served. For costs and the topic of the weekly discussion, visit www.COJewish.com/torahstudy or call 303-429-5177. The class is led by Rabbi Benjy Brackman spiritual leader of Chabad of NW Metro Denver.
tary, 20 years; Hortencia Sarabia, custodian, North Elementary, 20 years; Janice Weinholdt, nurse, School District 27J, 16 years; Joy Shaughnessy, instructional paraprofessional, Southeast Elementary, 6 years; Kathleen Kelly, teacher, Pennock Elementary, 30 years; Kathleen Secrist, kitchen manager, Prairie View High School, 15 years; Keith Metz, instructional paraprofessional, Northeast Elementary, 16 years; Lisa Asmussen, teacher, Southeast Elementary, 15 years; Lorraine Baum, teacher, Stuart Middle School, 2 years; Marcia Cammack, teacher, Henderson Elementary, 11 years; Mary Stadler, instruc-
tional technology technician, Pennock Elementary, 12 years; Matthew L. Sims, Sr., bus driver, School District 27J, 9 years; Nancy McLean, teacher, Pennock Elementary, 11 years; Nathalie Pawlak, teacher, Prairie View High School, 15 years; Rachel Ramirez, teacher, North Elementary, 21 years; Roberta Taylor, special education instructional paraprofessional, Henderson Elementary, 27 years; Susan Hendrick, teacher, Overland Trail Middle School, 28 years; Sherry Shurtleff, special education paraprofessional, Prairie View High School, 9 years and Unna Trunkenbolz, teacher, South Elementary, 20 years.
Attention Former
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• Learn if you qualify for benefits up to $400,000 through the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act (EEOICPA) • Learn about no-cost medical benefit options
• Learn how to apply for consequential medical conditions and for impairment re-evaluation for approved conditions
Meeting Times & Locations: Wednesday, May 28th 10am & 6pm
Arvada Center 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, CO 80003
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tueSDAyS ADAMS County Genealogical Society Newcomers and experienced genealogists are welcome. We meet at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at Hunter Douglas, 1 Hunter Douglas Circle, Thornton (on the southeast corner of 128th Your Week continues on Page 16
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Groundwork for wal-Mart
Workers keep busy around the new Walmart Neighborhood Market in Northglenn on April 30. The store, located at Washington Street and Garland Drive, is on track to open mid-July and is currently hiring 100 employees. The approximately 40,000-square-foot market will offer a full grocery department, including organic and natural selections, and a pharmacy. The store will feature prepared food options, fresh-baked breads, a self-serve deli and a bakery. Photo by Tammy Kranz
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p.m. Tuesdays at 3585 W. 76th Ave. in Westminster. For more information, go online to www.nacolorado.org.
and Washington). A different guest speaker is featured each month. For additional information, www.adamscountygenealogysociety.com.
New swiNG Swing dancing comes to Thornton 8:30-11 p.m. Tuesdays at Taps and Toes Dance Studio, 12720 N. Colorado Blvd. Beginners are welcome; World Champion Lindy Hop dancers Mark Godwin and Shauna Marble, along with other dancers will provide instruction. Cost is $5. For more information, go online to www.markandshaunaswing.com/weekly_dances/.
Let Go and Let God AFG Al-Anon meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 12021 Northaven Circle in Thornton. For more information, visit www.al-anon-co.org. Metro North Chamber Leads Tuesday group meets at 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Lone Star Steakhouse, 237 E. 120th Ave. in Thornton. For more information, call Alan at 720-233-5873.
MaMa taLk, a support group for moms before and after baby, meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon Tuesdays at the Tri-County Health Department, 10190 Bannock St., Suite 100, Northglenn. Call Margaret at 303-255-6214.
Narcotics aNoNyMous Group meets at 7:30
NorthGLeNN aFG Al-Anon meets at 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 11385 Grant Drive. For more information, go online to www.al-anon-co.org. NorthGLeNN-thorNtoN rotary Club meets at noon Tuesdays at Red Lobster, 1350 W. 104th Ave. in Northglenn. For more information, email NorthglennThorntonRotary@hotmail.com. North JeFFco Republican Women’s Club seeks to
educate and activate the community. The group meets
every second Tuesday of the month at the 911 Driving School, 9100 100th Ave., Suite B-4, Westminster. Check-in is 6:30 p.m. and the meeting begins at 7 p.m. There is no charge to attend, but RSVP is requested. sjbradley64@gmail.com.
Northwest area Newcomers and Social Club, serving the women of north Jeffco and northwest Denver metro, meets every meet every fourth Tuesday of the month. For information, place and reservations, call Susan Dittman at 303-673-9266 or Patti Bloomquist at 303-940-7478. North Metro Newcomer and Social Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month for lunch and a program. We welcome all women who would like to meet new friends and find new activities. Call Peggy Frances at 303-215-9627 or Karen Dowling at 303-422-7369. overeaters aNoNyMous meets 7:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Westminster United Methodist Church, 3585 W. 76th Ave. Contact Laura at 303-428-9293.
GRAND OPENING
Join Us for our Grand Opening Celebration of our first bakery-cafe in Northglenn
Wednesday, May 21 at 6:00 a.m. 100 East 120th Ave. in Northglenn • Phone: 720-214-3222
Doors Open Monday, May 19 at 6:00 a.m.
Wednesday, May 21 - Grand Opening Celebration • Beginning at 6:00 A.M., Wednesday, May 21, the first 1,000 customers inside the Northglenn Panera Bread will receive a FREE Panera Bread Coffee Tumbler with FREE brewed coffee refills* through June 15 • Beginning at 6:00 A.M., the first 1,000 customers inside the bakery-cafe and the first 200 drive-thru customers at the Northglenn Panera Bread will receive a FREE Cinnamon Crunch Bagel.* * Valid only at Panera Bread at 100 East 120th Ave., Northglenn, CO. Offers available while supplies last. Offers may expire without notice due to error, fraud or other unforeseen circumstances. Cash redemption value 1/20 of one cent. Must be age 16 or older to enter to win Panera gift card and to receive coffee tumbler inside bakery-cafe. Enter to win one of three Panera gift cards 5/19/2014 to 5/26/2014. One winner will be selected at random and announced by 6/11/2014. ©2014 Panera Bread. All rights reserved.
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City of Black Hawk. Hiring Range: $17.59 $20.23 per hour DOQ/E. Unbelievable benefit package and exceptional opportunity to serve in Colorado’s premiere gaming community located 18 miles west of Golden. Requirements: High School Diploma or GED, valid Colorado driver’s license Class R with a safe driving record with the ability to obtain a Class A with P rating within one year of hire, and the ability to lift 80 pounds. To be considered for this limited opportunity, please apply online at www.cityofblackhawk.org/goto/ employee_services. Please note: Applicants are required to upload their resumes during the online application process. Please be sure your resume includes all educational information and reflects the past ten (10) years’ work history. Applicants must apply online and may do so at City Hall which is located at 201 Selak Street in Black Hawk. The City supports its employees and appreciates great service! EOE.
Seasonal Maintenance Worker The City of Black Hawk has an opening for an unskilled or semi–skilled position involving horticulture work with specific responsibility for the care and maintenance of flowers, trees, and shrub beds at City’s properties and street lights. Main emphasis will be on maintenance of annual floral displays along with other landscape maintenance duties. Position reports to Street Superintendent. Must be at least 18 years of age. Requires high school diploma or GED; valid Colorado Class R driver’s license with a safe driving record; experience in greenhouse and/or landscape maintenance preferred, any combination of education, training and experience considered. Scheduled work term: Summer 2014. Hours: M-W-F 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Wages: $12.00 – $15.00/hour DOQ/E. The City of Black Hawk conducts pre-employment physical exams, drug testing, skills testing and background investigations as a condition of employment. Applicants must apply online at http://www.cityofblackhawk.org/ goto/employee_services by Monday, May 26, 2014. Applicants may apply online at City Hall which is located at 201 Selak Street, Black Hawk, CO. The City supports its employees and appreciates great service! EOE
Work From Home-Great Income Potential-Part or Full Time! Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority Airport, is currently accepting applications for a dependable full-time general laborer to perform a variety of semiskilled & unskilled general labor duties including grounds & building maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, landscaping, sprinkler repair, preventive vehicle maintenance & radio communications. A viable candidate must be fluent in both written and spoken English; able to perform strenuous activity for long periods of time in various weather conditions from extreme hot to extreme cold; have the flexibility to be on-call during inclement weather and to work alternate shifts including weekends for snow removal, mowing and other special projects that may arise. Typical work schedule: 7 am – 3:30 pm, Monday – Friday. A valid Colorado Driver’s license and HS diploma or GED required. Experience in building or construction maintenance including heavy equipment operation a plus. Starting hourly wage is $14.81 - $15.24. Excellent benefits after 60 days. Apply in person to the Airport Authority at 7800 S. Peoria St., Englewood, CO 80112 or obtain an application at www.centennialairport.com. EOE
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Faith Technologies, Inc., one of the Midwest's Top 20 Largest Electrical & Technical System Contractors, is currently seeking Traveling Journeymen for our Mission Critical Group for a project located near Denver, CO. These positions are responsible for electrical installations, troubleshooting, and maintenance within commercial, industrial, and residential settings. Competitive pay and benefits offered! View full job description and apply online at: http://www.faithtechnologies.com > Careers tab > Current Openings. Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer/Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans and Persons with Disabilities. TREE CARE Workers: trimming & spraying. CO DL req. $10-12/hr. 303-431-5885
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The Legacy team gathered and talked about the loss with a feeling of disbelief. Photo by Brent New
Legacy leveled by upset Flurry of second half shots not enough to save Lightning By Brent New THORNTON -- These past few days haven’t been the highlight to Legacy’s otherwise remarkable season, and on a gloomy Tuesday night, it all came to abrupt end. The rock that was ThunderRidge keeper Sierra Roth was mostly to blame for that. Trailing by a goal, senior captain Kelsey Killean and the Lightning offense controlled the entire second half, sending shot after shot tantalizingly close to the back of the net. Roth, however, who came in for starting goalie Brayden Paul after halftime, turned away nine shots
in the last 40 minutes as the 21st-seeded Grizzlies held on to beat 12th-seeded Legacy 2-1 in the first round of the Class 5A postseason. The Lightning hoped to contend for a state title following a quarterfinals appearance in 2012 and a trip to the semis last season, but the 2014 season ended like most of their losses ended – with some bad luck. “These kinds of losses have been the story of our season. Just strange losses,” said Lightning coach David Castro, whose team went winless in its final three games. “In our losses we seem to hit posts, just miss right, just miss left – you need some luck. And we didn’t have any tonight.” The Lightning put nine of their 15 shots on net in the final 40 minutes, four coming within a foot or two of the net, but nothing fell.
Kaylee Kennedy missed just left in the 44th minute and wide right in the 48th minute. Jasmine Beaulieu slammed a shot off Roth in the 69th minute, but Mackenna O’Grady’s rebound attempt was stuck right back into the gut of the keeper. And Killean, a Georgia commit, hit a post early in the half before Roth robbed her in the 76th minute with a leaping save to her right. “I’ve never had a game like that,” Roth said. “We usually don’t let teams just keep shooting on us. But I’m glad I was able to do enough to help us hold on.” Legacy, which failed to move past the first round for only the second time in the last six years, was the better team for most of of the game, and proved it early. Killean broke the ice in the 15th minute after getting tripped in the penalty box, and then effortlessly swept past the extended arms of Paul to give the Light-
ning a 1-0 lead. But ThunderRidge responded on two of its four tries. First, Riley Welch passed the ball to Kayla Hill, who tied the game at 1-1 with a frozen-rope shot past Legacy keeper Samantha Privett in the 21st minute. Then, five minutes later, Welch gave the Grizzlies the lead when she happened to be in the right place as the ball banged around the box like a pinball before rolling harmlessly to her feet, two feet away from the empty side of the net. “Two breakdowns by our defense there,” Castro said. “That can’t happen.” Killean headlined a group of eleven LHS seniors whose season ended on Tuesday. All that was left was a tearful goodbye. “I love these girls so much. I wanted to keep going, not end like this,” Killean said. “I’ll never forget them.”
Mountain Range’s top two singles could be a force next season By Brent New DENVER – Kristen Kirby’s stomach was a carnival pretzel at the start of the 5A state tennis tournament at the Gates Tennis Center, realizing she was center stage at the place she’d melted down at one year ago. But this time she was more prepared. The Mountain Range sophomore took a deep breath, visualized success and went forward — just like her dad, the sports psychologist taught her. And because of it, Thursday, Kirby, the Mustangs’ No. 1 singles player, along with teammate and No. 2 singles player Ashley Zaeske pushed past early obstacles at Colorado high school tennis’ “Grand Daddy of Them All” to grab
first-round wins. Kirby beat Ponderosa’s Lauren Lindell 6-2, 6-3, and Zaeske defeated Ralston Valley’s Megan Wewel 6-1, 7-6, 12-10. Both of them had a hard time articulating the feel of the moment. “I don’t really know how to describe the feeling. It’s great though,” Kirby said. “I thought I was in trouble when I started feeling those nerves there, but my dad really helped me with that. He helped me gain my confidence and helped me learn how to deal with my anxiety. And once a few games passed today, I was fine.” Before this, the Mountain Range sophomore had been known to fizzle on the big stage. As a freshman, she squandered a lead in her first-round match Ralston Val-
ley’s Isabella Melena and lost five consecutive games to fall in consecutive sets. And as a sophomore, despite supreme talent and a 16-2 record, she’d failed to reach her full potential at times due to mental lapses and meandering confidence on the court. “I’m proud of the way she’s come along and prepared for these big moments,” Mustangs coach Karl Buck said. “She’s a fighter and a heck of a player. She looked very good against a very good girl from Ponderosa. Her ceiling in tennis is very high.” Zaeske’s could be too. And no one, not even her, would have said that a year ago. After playing No. 2 doubles last season and not making the state tournament as a sophomore, the junior was named the
team’s No. 2 singles player after an offseason of rigorous work. And on Thursday, Zaeske showed fearless confidence in her match and ousted Wewel with late runs in the second and third sets. Her crosscourt-backhand winner capped off a rally from 5-4 down in the third set to take the last set tiebreaker 1210. “I don’t know what I expected, but I don’t know if I could have imagined this,” Zaeske said. “This is pretty surreal.” Kirby and Zaeske eventually lost in the second round, but vow to be back next season. “We have a pretty good group of girls here,” Buck said. “We’re excited.”
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS RUMMAGE SALE is back for the 12th year. May 15th, 16th & 17th 7am-6pm on Thursday & Friday and 7am-12noon on Saturday. This is a huge sale with large value items. Come see what we have. Location of sale St. Mark's Parish Center. 3141 W. 96th Ave. Westminster. just off Federal Blvd. parish center behind church on the north side. All profits are donated to charity.
Lakewood Huge Garage Sale Hunting, Fishing, Camping, Tools, Optics, Cameras, Housewares and Cast Iron Cookware, Wild life art 13887 West Pacific Ave (Green Mountain Sub Division) Friday & Saturday May 16 & 17 9am-3pm
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GARAGE & ESTATE SALES Garage Sales Arvada 9 Family Garage Sale 6508 Vivian St., Arvada Fri & Sat May 16th & 17th 8am-5pm Lots of Fabric, Childcare Toys/Equipment, Furniture, Books, Sports Equipment and much more!
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MOVING SALE 6065 Johnson Way - Arvada, 80004. May 16th and 17th 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Significant amount of Quality furniture and household items at greatly reduced prices. CASH ONLY.
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ARVADA 6836 Poppy Court - Westwoods Friday/Saturday May 16 &17 9am-4pm Antique furniture i.e.: phonograph / crank / records. Rocking chairs, cedar chest, hand worked linens, household, Christmas etc. Cash Only, No Early Birds Bradbury Ranch
Northglenn junior Jacob Brown delivers a wicked pitch during the Norsemen’s 7-4 district playoff loss to ThunderRidge Saturday at Arvada West High School. Photo by Daniel Williams
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1979 Jeep Cherokee Chief 4x4 360 Engine, Less than 82,000 original miles New tires, new tint, new CD player and speakers, Great Condition, $9800 (805)310-4565
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1) In 2013, Detroit’s Max Scherzer became the fifth major-league pitcher to win 18 of his first 19 decisions in a season. Who else did it? 2) Six players have hit at least 200 home runs for the Dodgers. Name four of them. 3) Which quarterback has started the most NFL playoff games? 4) Who holds the NCAA Division I career record for free-throw percentage? 5) What is the record for most goals scored by one team in an NHL outdoor game? 6) Name the only drivers to win the Indy 500 more than three times. 7) Entering 2014, what was the only Grand Slam event in which tennis stars Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer
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Castle Rock Friday Saturday & Sunday May 15th - 17th 9am-3pm 3408 Grey Court Lots of Furniture home/office, fitness equip., tools, mini fridge, entertainment cabinets & speakers, home decor, rugs, Lawn equip., snow blower, patio set, dis assembled pool table for free
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Garage Sale /Charity Fundraiser Saturday and Sunday May 24 and May 25 9 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Shelter Parking Lot 2540 Youngfield St Come Shop for a Cause and Help the Animals We Need Volunteers Angels with Paws 303-274-2264
Highlands Ranch The Kid's don't want it Cleaning out combining households sale. Vintage School Bed, Computer Desk, Oak Table and Chairs, Kitchen Items, Books, Baskets and much more! May 16th from 8am-1pm 8801 Tuscany Lane 80130
2010 Honda VT 1300 Interstate Royal Blue, Fuel Injected, Windshield and Hard Leather Bags, Highway Bars and Foot boards, 1800 Original Miles, Factory Maintenance Manual $8400 (303)995-9549
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Parker Estate Sale Parker CO Friday/Saturday 9am-4pm 12306 Boothill Drive (1 mile West of Buckboard & Delbert Road) House and Garage Full, 100's of Misc. Items, China, Linens, Vintage Cameras, Taxidermy Wild Boar & Deer head, Stetson Hats, books, lots of Christmas, some jewelery, sleds, misc. Furniture and More! (303)332-7210
5th Wheel- 1999 Sunny Brook 24ft. 1 slide, new roof, queen bed. Clean, smoke-free. $7000 303-841-3514
Lakewood Estate Sale at 1221 South Brentwood 80227 May 16th, 17th & 18th. Hours Fri & Sat 9-4, Sun 10-2. Full house, garage & Basement. 3 bedrooms of vintage furniture, Auto & Woodworking tools, Full office, some appliances.
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Community Subdivision Fri, May 16th & Sat, May 17th 8am-3pm Numerous homeowners in the Pradera community will be participating in this eventMajor cross streets into Pradera are Bayou Gulch and Parker Road., Parker Call Dotson Skaggs, Kentwood Company, 303-909-9350 for more information.
Highlands Ranch WE'RE MOVING & DOWNSIZING! Moving/Garage Sale at 10128 Briargrove Way By Summit View Elementary Fri. 5/16 & Sat. 5/17 8am-1pm Pottery Barn Restoration Hardware, Ethan Allen, Crate & Barrel, Elsa, Ballard Designs and More!
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have not faced one another? Answers 1) Rube Marquard (1912), Don Newcombe (1955), Roy Face (1959) and Roger Clemens (2001). 2) Duke Snider (389 home runs), Gil Hodges (361), Eric Karros (270), Roy Campanella (242), Ron Cey (228) and Steve Garvey (211). 3) New England’s Tom Brady, with 26 playoff games. 4) Missouri State’s Blake Ahearn, with a 94.6 free-throw percentage. 5) The New York Rangers scored seven goals against New Jersey in 2014. 6) A.J. Foyt, Al Unser Sr. and Rick Mears each won four times. 7) The U.S. Open. 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.
adult survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Northglenn Women’s Group meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays. WINGS provides therapist-facilitated, peer-support groups in which survivors are believed, accepted and no longer alone. For more information, call 303-283-8660. denver thyroid Cancer Support Group meets 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays at Montclair Recreation Center Lowry, 729 Ulster Way. For more information, call 303-388-9948. an edgar Cayce study group meets at 1:30 p.m. Mondays near 80th and Sheridan. Call Bernita at 303-261-7175. The meeting is free. grief recovery A 12-week Grief Share program meets at 6:30 p.m. each Monday at Arvada Covenant Church, 5555 Ward Road. la leche League of Broomfield meets 10 -11 a.m. the second Monday of the month at Brunner Farm House, 640 Main St. lifering secular Recovery meets at 6 p.m. Mondays at Washington Park United Church of Christ, 400 S. Williams St. This is a nonprofit, abstinence-based peer-support group for recovering alcoholics and addicts. For more information, call 303-830-0358 or go online to www.unhooked.com. open Mic Living Water Unity Spiritual Community presents open mic night – celebrate your teen self 4:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. This program gives teens the opportunity to express their performing art including voice and instrument, acting, poetry, stand-up comedy, mime, etc. Open to all students in sixth to 12th grades. Email bellbottoms809@gmail.com.
overeaters anonyMous meets at 7 p.m. Mondays at North Metro Church, 12505 Colorado Blvd. in Thornton. paletteers art Club meets at 7 p.m. the second Monday of the month at the Northglenn United Methodist Church, 1605 W. 106th Ave. Meetings are open to artists and art lovers who are age 18 or older. Meet other artists and learn from monthly art demonstrations. Call Pat at 303-451-0017. study group Chabad of NW Metro Denver Jewish Center hosts a thought-provoking discussion on the weekly Torah portion. Drawing from the wisdom of the Talmud, Kabbalah and Chassidic Mystical Masters, the study group focuses on the relevance of the bible stories and Torah’s teaching to our modern lives. The class is 7-8 p.m. Mondays at Chabad, 4505 W. 112 Ave., Westminster. Refreshments served. For costs and the topic of the weekly discussion, visit www.COJewish. com/torahstudy or call 303-429-5177. The class is led by Rabbi Benjy Brackman spiritual leader of Chabad of NW Metro Denver. tuesdays adaMs county Genealogical Society Newcomers and experienced genealogists are welcome. We meet at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at Hunter Douglas, 1 Hunter Douglas Circle, Thornton (on the southeast corner of 128th and Washington). A different guest speaker is featured each month. For additional information, www.adamscountygenealogysociety.com. let go and Let God AFG Al-Anon meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 12021 Northaven Circle in
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Thornton. For more information, visit www.al-anon-co.org.
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day group meets at 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Lone Star Steakhouse, 237 E. 120th Ave. in Thornton. For more information, call Alan at 720-233-5873.
MaMa talk, a support group for moms before and after baby, meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon Tuesdays at the Tri-County Health Department, 10190 Bannock St., Suite 100, Northglenn. Call
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Narcotics aNoNyMous Group meets at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 3585 W. 76th Ave. in Westminster. For more information, go online to www. nacolorado.org. New swiNg Swing dancing comes to Thornton 8:30-11 p.m. Tuesdays at Taps and Toes Dance Studio, 12720 N. Colorado Blvd. Beginners are welcome; World Champion Lindy Hop dancers Mark Godwin and Shauna Marble, along with other dancers will provide instruction. Cost is $5. For more information, go online to www.markandshaunaswing. com/weekly_dances/. NorthgleNN aFg Al-Anon meets at
9:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 11385 Grant Drive. For more information, go online to www.al-anon-co.org.
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Club meets at noon Tuesdays at Red Lobster, 1350 W. 104th Ave. in Northglenn. For more information, email NorthglennThorntonRotary@hotmail.com.
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North JeFFco Republican Women’s
Club seeks to educate and activate the community. The group meets every second Tuesday of the month at the 911 Driving School, 9100 100th Ave., Suite B-4, Westminster. Check-in is 6:30 p.m. and the meeting begins at 7 p.m. There is no charge to attend, but RSVP is requested. sjbradley64@gmail.com.
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area clubs welcome all women who would like to meet new friends and find new activities. Call Peggy Frances at 303-215-9627 or Karen Dowling at 303-422-7369.
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meets from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Westminster United Methodist Church, 3585 W. 76th Ave. Contact Laura at 303-428-9293.
rocky MouNtaiN Team Survivor, a health, education and fitness program for women of all abilities who have experienced cancer or are in treatment, offers weekly free, fun, supportive activities: 10 a.m. Tuesdays at Boulder Creek Walk (meet at Boulder Public Library main entrance): 11-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, yoga at Boulder Senior Center, 909 Arapahoe Ave.; 6-7 p.m. Thursdays, fitness training, at Boulder Center for Sports Medicine, 311 Mapleton Ave. (entrance on Maxwell Avenue.). Learn more at rockymtnteamsurvivor.org. tae kwoN do Learn self-defense, get a workout and increase self-confidence. Two classes available on Tuesdays and Thursdays through the city of Westminster recreation division: peewees (ages 5-8), from 6:307:30 p.m., and ages 9 and up, 6:30-8 p.m. Classes at the MAC, 3295 W. 72nd Ave. Call 303-426-4310. Visit www.hupstaekwondo. com and www.ttatkd.com. talkiNg ideas Toastmasters Club
meets noon-1 p.m. Tuesdays at 10155 Westmoor Drive, Suite 225, in Westminster. For more information, call Mary Taylor at 303-327-1616.
Social Club, serving the women of north Jeffco and northwest Denver metro, meets every meet every fourth Tuesday of the month. For information, place and reservations, call Susan Dittman at 303-673-9266 or Patti Bloomquist at 303-940-7478.
toPs co 538, a weight-loss support group, meets Tuesdays at St. Martha’s Episcopal Church, 76th and Bradburn. Weigh-in is from 6-6:45 p.m., followed by the meeting. For information, call 303-429-5923.
North Metro Newcomer and Social Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month for lunch and a program. We
meets at 7 a.m. Tuesdays at the Egg & I, 799 Highway 287, Broomfield. For more information, call John Swanborg at 303-
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Music teachers Association Suburban Northwest meets from 9:30 a.m. to noon the first Wednesday of the month at Community in Christ Church, 12229 W. 80th Ave., Arvada. Meetings are open to the public and include refreshments, business meeting and program featuring music teaching professionals from around the state lecturing on the latest teaching developments.
a-NaMi (NatioNal Alliance on Mental Illness-Adams County) meets from 7-9 p.m. the last Wednesday of every month at the Community Reach Center, 8931 Huron St., Thornton. Each A-NAMI meeting provides participants time for sharing challenges and triumphs, and frequently feature presentations by mental-health professionals and educational discussion. Anyone dealing with a mental illness, including family and friends, may benefit from A-NAMI support. For more information, contact (303) 853-3770; s.bain60@ gmail.com. arvada Biz Connection (http://www. meetup.com/Arvada-Business-Connection/) is an informal networking event that brings together local entrepreneurs. Meetings are Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at various restaurants in Olde Town Arvada. A $5 fee is collected from each attendee, which is then donated to a local charity at the end of each quarter. The 4th Quarter Charity is the Dan Peak Foundation who assists families in need. http://danpeakfoundation.webs.com/. For information, call Micki Carwin at 303-997-9098. FlatiroNs view Toastmasters meets at 6:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of every month at The Depot at Five Parks, 13810 W. 85th Ave. in Arvada. Polish your speaking and presentation skills in a fun, instructional, nurturing environment. For more information visit http://9407. toastmastersclubs.org/. Free Meals St. John’s Lutheran Church serves a free community meal from 5:307 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month at 11040 Colorado Blvd., Thornton (across from the Thornton Recreation Center). The schedule for 2014 meals is May 21, June 18, July 16, Aug. 20, Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 19 and Dec. 17. Call 303-457-2476,
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NorthgleNN Moose Lodge 2166 hosts men’s meeting nights at 8 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 11449 York St., Northglenn. Call 303-457-3391. rocky MouNtaiN Submarine Veterans meets at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month at American Legion Wilmore-Richter Post 161, 6230 W. 60th Ave. in Arvada. Active duty, reserve, retired, veterans, interested public and their ladies are cordially invited. For more information, go online to www. rockymountainsubvets.com. toastMasters-westMiNster coMMuNicators meets 12:15-
1:15 p.m. every Wednesday at DeVry University, 1870 W. 122nd Ave., Room 134. Toastmasters has helped thousands of people over the years and we can help you. Admission is free. Enter the southeast door to the first room, 134. Call Ray Hamilton at 303-284-4223.
westMiNster rotary 7:10 Club meets 7:10-8:30 a.m. Wednesdays at The Ranch Country Club, 11667 Tejon St., Westminster. For more information, call Angela Habben at 720-947-8080. woMeN oF the Moose Chapter 644 meet at 7:30 p.m. the first and second Wednesday of each month at 11449 York Street, Northglenn. Call 303-457-3391. thursdays adaMs couNty Triad meets 1-2 p.m.
the third Thursdays of the month at 3295 W. 72nd Ave. in Westminster. The Triad is formed of law enforcement officers, senior citizens, fire personnel and senior organizations. Triad volunteers develop and implement crime-prevention and education programs for older adults. Activities address crime from both a pre-victimization (preventive) standpoint and a post-victimization (victim/witness assistance) standpoint. All senior citizens or people who care about senior citizens of Adams County are welcome. Topic changes each month. For more information, contact Jenee Centeno at 303-854-7420. Fridays.
coMMuNity coFFee Join Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp on the fourth Thursday of each month to talk about issues that are important to you. Community Coffee will be from 7-8 a.m. at La Dolce Vita, Ice Cream Room, 5756 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada; and from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Panera Bread, 10450 Town Center Drive, Westminster. Food PaNtry Agape Life Church distributes Jefferson County commodity foods from 10-11 a.m. Thursdays, at the church, 5970 W. 60th Ave. in Arvada. The church provides this service to all Jefferson County residents. If you have questions, call 303-431-6481. FroNt raNge Toastmasters Club meets from 7-9 p.m. every Thursday at the Thornton Civic Center, 9500 Civic Center Drive, Thornton. Develop your prepared and impromptu speaking skills. Guests are encouraged to drop in and participate at their comfort level. For information, contact www. d26toastmasters.org/frontrange/ about_us.htm. grieFshare suPPort Group meets at 9:30 a.m. Thursdays at Mountain View Lutheran Church, 1481 Russell Way. For more information, go online to www. mountainviewlutheran.com.
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ARIES (Mar 21 to Apr 19) This is a good week to look at healing bruised feelings and re-establishing weakened relationships. It’s also a good week to start new projects and make new job-linked contacts. TAURUS (Apr 20 to May 20) Music and art dominate the week, giving the sensual Bovine a lot to appreciate. On the practical side, deal firmly, but fairly, with those who might try to undermine your work efforts. GEMINI (May 21 to Jun 20) Good feelings continue to flow from your recent efforts to reconnect with family and friends. But be ready to defuse a dispute before it can disrupt all that peace and harmony.
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CANCER (Jun 21 to Jul 22) TA practical view of a romanticized situation could help to clarify some of its more confusing aspects before you make a decision that could be tough to undo later on. LEO (Jul 23 to Aug 22) Pay more attention to what a recent spate of workplace criticism might say about your performance and not what you think it implies about you personally. Some flexibility might be called for. VIRGO (Aug 23 to Sept 22) With new information, and new promises of support (not to mention growing self-confidence), this could be a good time to restart a project you couldn’t quite handle before. LIBRA (Sept 23 to Oct 22) Before you decide to close down a problem-loaded project and make a fresh start with someone else, try once more to reach a compromise with your balky partner. He or she might surprise you. SCORPIO (Oct 23 to Nov 21) While you continue earning points for your sharp negotiating skills, be alert for an attempt to undercut your efforts. You’ll need to provide solid facts and figures to stay in the game. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 to Dec 21) A minor health problem might cause you to ease up on your usually busy schedule. But you’ll soon be back in the saddle and ready to pick up the reins and charge ahead. CAPRICORN (Dec 22 to Jan 19) The adventurous Sea Goat might be eager to take on a new challenge. But before you do, you might want to take some time to check out previously overlooked factors. AQUARIUS (Jan 20 to Feb 18) A feeling of being overwhelmed by all that you have to do can be eased by setting priorities. Deal with the most urgent and time-sensitive situations first, and then work down the line. PISCES (Feb 19 to Mar 20) Creating a calm, peaceful place for yourself in the middle of a roiling emotional whirlpool this week starts when you, and no one else, decide how to make decisions about your life. BORN THIS WEEK: Your determination to stick with your principles wins the admiration of everyone who knows you. © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.
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adams county news in a hurry Vaccine clinics scheduled for dogs, cats
The Adams County Animal Shelter will offer vaccine and microchip clinics through the summer months beginning June 4. The clinics are scheduled for every Wednesday, 4-6 p.m., and the first Saturday of each month, 8 to 11 a.m. The Shelter is at 10705 Fulton St., Brighton. The Animal Shelter offers these services $10 for vaccines and $20 for microchips. Rabies, DA2PP and Bordatella are available for dogs; rabies and FVRCP are available for cats. This service will give citizens with limited resources an opportunity to get pets vaccinated and microchipped.
Saltivan named Employee of All Seasons
The Adams County Board of Commissioners named Brighton resident Raymond Saltivan as the Employee of All Seasons during the county’s annual Employee Recognition Luncheon at the Adams County Regional Park in Brighton on May 6. Saltivan began his career with Adams County in April 2005. As a Systems Administrator I in the Information Technology Department, Saltivan troubleshoots computer workstation problems and serves employees countywide with prompt and effective technology solutions. The Employee of All Seasons is voted on by Adams County employees as well as Adams County citizens via the county website. The Employee Recognition Luncheon is an annual event to honor the accomplishments of employees who have
reached service milestones (in five-year increments) and who have demonstrated exemplary service to Adams County government and the residents it serves.
Vendors sought for 2014 Fair
The 2014 Adams County Fair has commercial vendor space available. With an annual estimated attendance of 68,000 people, the fair is a great opportunity to showcase goods and services. Call Mary Willis at 303-637-8002 or visit the fair website, www.adamscountyfair.com, to obtain an application and more information.
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The Senior Hub can help you find Senior SolutionS About a month ago Olivia (78) called The Senior Hub, exhausted, stressed and in tears needing help. Her husband, Chester (82), had just come home from the hospital for the second time in a month, fighting an infection. And even though he was starting to recover Olivia had used up the last of her income to get gas in the car to make that final trip to and from the hospital. With no food in the house and a husband who needed some TLC she called The Senior Hub for help. Olivia was transferred to Judy Gibson, the Senior Solutions Program Director who determined that Olivia and Chester needed far more help than just a visit to the
food bank, but that is where their journey of recovery would begin. Living in Thornton, Olivia advised Judy that she had enough gas to easily get over to The Senior Hub offices at 2360 W. 90th Avenue and then get back home. As Judy set up an appointment to meet with Olivia she also advised that Olivia would need 2 forms of I.D. – one would need to be a picture I.D. like a drivers license and the other could be a public service bill or a phone bill, etc. that reflected a matching address as her I.D. When Olivia came in for her appointment Judy asked if she had some extra time to chat about our services. Olivia was given information regarding Meals on Wheels
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“I just wanted to drop you a few lines to say thank you very much for helping me feed my dogs. At this point in time, both Sampson and Pico are my closest friends and family. Living on a very limited budget as I a doing, you have enabled me to provide a home to two loving friends:, who want no more than a pat on the head and a few kinds words. So from the three of us, thank you so very much.” - George R. (Homecare Client)
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At Bethesda Senior Living Communities, we believe that cultural living and enriching activities enhance the physical, social and spiritual health of our seniors. We provide maintenance-free living so our Residents can lead active, fulfilled lives. With social and recreational activities, life at Bethesda Senior Living Communities is an adventure every day! • All Utilities Paid • Transportation Available • Medication Management • Exercise Programs Ask about our
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requirements for additional assistance and so much more. They are the ones to call to find free medical equipment lending of wheelchairs, walkers and bath benches for up to 90 days at a time. For those minor repairs, Senior Solutions also has a list of qualified handymen who work for seniors at very low rates, who have been interviewed and screed by The Senior Hub. If you, your neighbor or your family needs help with services for older adults, please call The Senior Hub and let us help get you back on your feet like we were able to do for Olivia and Chester. Call 303-426-4408 today.
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Each year close to 700 older adults access the Senior Solutions Emergency Food Bank. Demand so far this year is higher than ever before. If this trend continues we will run out of food. That is where YOU can help. Please make donations of non-perishables to The Senior Hub - Senior Solutions Food Bank today. Your support will help seniors like Olivia and Chester to remain in their homes, happy, healthy and together.
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delivered directly to the house and perhaps some extra help at home caring for Chester from our Homecare program. Olivia left The Senior Hub with a load of groceries to get her and Chester through the end of the month and a smile on her face. Later that week Olivia called Judy back to borrow a walker for Chester for a few weeks and to set up meal delivery through Meals on Wheels. Senior Solutions, does just that! It helps elders in our community find Solutions to their problems. They offer free information and referral to many other resources that can help with legal questions, housing referrals, paperwork
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Please join us in thanking the Banfield Charitable Trust for once again providing grant funding to The Senior Hub – Companion Care program. For more information on this program contact Linda at 720-859-2248.
MEALS ON WHEELS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED NOW! Meals-On-Wheels provides meals to hundreds of seniors throughout Adams County. Through this program, seniors who are homebound and could not otherwise eat properly are Volunteers keep Meal on provided with Wheels rolling with warm meals and warm hearts. services that help them live a healthy and independent life. Just as important as getting meals to seniors is the companionship that can come from the relationship established with a regular delivery driver. Many seniors are lonely and often the time spent with their driver is the only daily contact with other people they have. Many delivery volunteers
take a little time with each senior to visit and provide much needed conversation. Volunteers are the lifeblood of any MealsOn-Wheels program and you don’t have to have a lot of time in order to volunteer. Many of our current volunteers are retired, work part-time, or are able to take time during their lunch breaks to drive a route. There can be a seasonal shift with our volunteers, with people being available in the summer but not in the fall and winter months. We are currently seeking permanent volunteers and thos who are willing to cover shifts for others when they are unable to deliver. Whether you have only a few hours per week, can volunteer every day, or can only be back-up driver, your assistance is needed. Please contact Amanda or Jill at 303-4264408 for more information.
Can YOU lend a hand? Please complete this form and mail along with your donation to: The Senior Hub, 2360 W. 90th Ave., Federal Heights, CO 80260 You can also donate online at www.seniorhub.org
Please join us in our mission to care for those who need your helping hands and caring hearts.
YES, I want to help! Donor Name_____________________________________________________________ Address_________________________________City_____________State___Zip_______ e-mail_________________________________________________________________ I would like to donate: ___$1000___$500___$250___$100___$50___$25___Other (amount:______) Pledges for ongoing support can now be made by calling the office at 303-426-4408. Credit cards also accepted.
Please apply my donation to: __General Operations __Adult Day Services__RSVP __Meals On Wheels __ Homecare__Senior Solutions __ Other
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