Sentinel Northglen 10-3-2013
Northglenn -Thornton
Adams County, Colorado • Volume 50, Issue 8
October 3, 2013
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Officials eying I-25 Metro District
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District may span 84th to Highway 7, no residential properties included By Tammy Kranz
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bag with skis, snowboards, bikes, skateboards or by free-dropping. “It’s like landing in a cloud,” Sapnu said. While professionals do train at Progresh, Sapnu said that the environment is safe and encouraging and no one should feel intimidated to try out a sport.
Officials are trying to gather support — including financial — for the creation of an Interstate 25 Metro District that would raise money for infrastructure improvements on the highway. If approved, the district would be commercial only; no residential properties would be taxed. Adams County District 3 Commissioner Erik Hansen presented the preliminary plans to Northglenn City Council during its Sept. 16 study session. The preliminary plans include properties between 84th Avenue and State Highway 7. The proposed tax mill would be 10 mills annually — or about $1,000 for every $1 million of assessed evaluation. “There’s like $320 million of assessed evaluation there,” Hansen said. “If there were 10 mills that would be about $3.2 million a year. You can do quite a bit with $3.2 million a year if you’re a lean organization.” He said the main thing it could do is leverage other monies to help fund projects — such as new Park-n-Rides at 144th Avenue and Interstate 25 and Highway 7 and I-25, acceleration and deceleration lanes, new sound walls, landscaping and other amenities. “The I-25 PEL (CDOT’s Planning Environmental Linkage study) just completed I think identified something like $78 million worth of improvements that are needed along I-25,” Hansen said. He pointed out that with declining tax revenues and increased competition for money from other jurisdictions in the state, a metro district could be used as a funding source to jump start improvements for economic development and congestion relief.” “If you go to CDOT and say, ‘We got $5 million, give us 20 — and we got a bigger project,’ they’re more likely to say yes,” Hansen said. The metro district would have to be approved by the commercial landowners during an election. Hansen is promoting a May 2014 election so that the district could start collecting in 2015. He said the time frame is aggressive but doable. He has requested $25,000 from NATA (North Area Transportation Alliance) to go toward the overall goal of $150,000 to
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Progresh, an indoor training facility for ski, snowboard, skateboard, BMX and tumbling, opened for business last month at 9499 N. Washington St. in Thornton. The 11,000 square-foot facility has 45-foot ceiling and features plenty of areas to train. Photo courtesy of Progresh
Center offers action sports indoors Skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, biking classes available By Tammy Kranz
tkranz@ourcoloradonews.com Skiing can be expensive — by time you get all your gear, trek up the mountain and pay for your pass. The cost alone can deter many from even trying it out. Progresh — an indoor training center dedicated to action sports — invites people of all skill levels to give skiing (and biking, climbing, snowboarding, skateboarding and tumbling) a go. “It’s an outlet for kids and adults to try it first to see if they like a sport, to introduce them to it,” said Progresh cofounder Questor “Q” Sapnu. “This place is for beginners and professionals. We have skill coaches able to work with any skill level.” Progresh opened its doors Sept. 7 at 9499 N. Washington St. in Thornton. The 11,000-square-foot facility has 45-foot ceiling and features synthetic snow jump into an airbag with multiple drop-in platforms, rails, cliff drop, and a learning slope with synthetic snow for skiers and snowboarders. For skateboarders and bikers, there’s a mega ramp into an airbag with adjustable drop-in platform; an eight-foot drop into an airbag to practice stair
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Chris Frieboth tries out a ramp on his skateboard during the grand opening of Progresh in Thornton on Sept. 7. Progresh is an indoor training facility for ski, snowboard, skateboard, BMX and tumbling progression. Photo courtesy of Matt MacDonald drops; a flow park with a bowl, spine, vertical wall and mini-half; and a street course with ledges, rails, banks and quarter pipes. For tumbling, the facility has Olympic-grade trampolines, a spring floor, balance and trampoline boards and a harness system with twisting belts for the ultimate trampoline training. The main feature, however, is the custom-made airbag the center uses instead of foam. Students can use the
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Storyteller helps others reach within He doesn’t remember quite what motivated him to offer a class to senior citizens on how to write your own life story. But then, for Garrett Ray, at 77 no youngster himself, life has been all about stories. The first page of his in-progress book starts this way: “Our stories begin as fragments in an attic trunk, nearly forgotten, then rediscovered, sometimes to our surprise. We pull out bits of fabric, examine the colors, move the scraps around, enjoy each one as a unique link to our past. Then we begin to place them side by side, discovering patterns we had not seen before, rearranging, looking again.” When you think about it, that’s who we are, isn’t it? A jumble of pieces steadily stitched into a narrative that somehow, one day, amazingly and unexpectedly, becomes a good story. You just have to see it. “Everybody … has stories to tell,” says Ray, in his soft and quick-paced voice, “if you can just get them to think that way.” The classes began in 2010 in the Highlands Ranch retirement complex he and his wife of 53 years moved to after a first
career as a newspaper reporter and editor and a second one as a journalism professor. He calls this his third act. Offered once or twice a year for five hours over five weeks, the classes average 10 to 15 students. Even though he wrote weekly newspaper columns for more than 20 years, Ray uses Lois Daniel’s book, “How to Write Your Own Life Story,” to help teach his students. “A lot of them think if you’re going to write your life story, you’ve got to start with the first day,” Ray says. But you don’t. You look for the moments. “It might be a happy incident … or a house you lived in,” Ray says. “And that’s
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where you ought to start, and guaranteed … you have enough stories to string together to make a pretty impressive package.” That’s what Dottie and John Talbott are doing. The couple, in their 80s, attended one of Ray’s classes last year. John, who can no longer type or write, is in a motorized wheelchair and speaks very softly. So he dictated his stories to Dottie, who typed them on the computer. “We figured out what things to talk about and what things to put in his memoir up to his sophomore year in college,” Dottie says. That’s when they met. “It was great fun,” she says, with a laugh. “I heard a lot of things I didn’t even know about him and we’ve been married for 63 years.” This winter, Dottie plans to write her part, which also will end at sophomore year in college. Then, she and John will compile the rest together. When the story is complete, one of their three daughters will add photographs and print the book. Their children, seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, Dottie says, “will know who we are.” ••• Ray’s passion for writing started when he was 11 in Greeley, where he grew up. He, his younger brother and sister and a couple of friends published a weekly newspaper called “The Neighborhood News” for three summers. They wrote about lost dogs and vacation trips and home improvements. He learned a bit about storytelling from his mother, a reporter and editor at The Greeley Tribune. His tenure as editor and publisher at The Littleton Independent from the 1960s to 1981 won him state and national acclaim — he was recently inducted into the Denver Press Club Hall of Fame. And he continued sharing his love for storytelling with students as a professor at Colorado State University until retiring in 2001. When you get it just right, writing is a gift, Ray says: “The human being … the eccentricities of people, the joys of people, the sadness of lives. … Almost anything will shape itself into a story if you can figure out how to start.” He smiles, blue eyes earnest behind his glasses, as he answers a question about the writing of his life story. Working on it, he says. “I’ve got to give myself a deadline — I only respond to deadlines, I think.” But he has a good start.
Calm After the Storm
A white utility binder encompasses 70 or so pages, some copies of the “Scratch Pad” columns he wrote for the newspaper, others written more recently. Each carries a simple title. There’s “The house on the corner.” “When we turn the corner by the house, I always hope someone will be standing outside so I can stop and say, ‘I grew up here!’ Here is where my parents planted the iris garden, and here, my grandmother grew roses, feeding them coffee grounds each evening.” And “Playing back the old tapes.” “We carry old tape recordings in our unconscious minds. …” And “Farm boys” and “Understanding Dad” and “Thanksgiving at Grandma Ray’s.” And “In 2007 I became old.” “I have begun to notice the darkening beauty of our mountain ridge against the last light in the western sky. I wait for the dusk, grateful for the purity, the clarity, the nightly gift. “I dance with Bailey, overflowing with 18 months of toothy grins and joyful rhythms, to ‘Sleeping Beauty’ and ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb.’ “I cry easily, in sadness, in joy, in gratitude, in celebration. “In 2007, I became 71. I forgave myself. I began to wonder what happens next.” Ray calls his in-progress book “Partial Recall” because he doesn’t remember every detail. Just bits and pieces stand out. His life story, he says, is not cohesive. “This is not going to have the nice, smooth flow that a memoir would have. I don’t know if it will work or not. But it doesn’t make any difference if it works or not if I’m happy with it.” In the end, he hopes his grandchildren and their children, whoever reads his words, will think “it was worth their time.” Remember the first page, where Ray describes stories as scraps of fabric that we constantly rearrange and lay side-by-side into stories that matter? Here is the last line to that paragraph: “Before our eyes, a larger scene emerges, full of memories and color. Finally, our patchwork quilts reveal the stories of our lives.” We all have one. We just have to see it. Ann Macari Healey’s column about people, places and issues of everyday life appears every other week. She can be reached at ahealey@ourcoloradonews.com or 303566-4110.
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Woman spreads POST-FLOOD FUN lung awareness through race By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Patricia Lyman considers her lung cancer diagnosis a lucky one. The 16-year Westminster resident had come in to be screened for another health issue, but left with a Stage 1 lung cancer diagnosis in September last year. “My diagnosis was an incidental finding. I had no symptoms at all,” she said. “Most people find out about lung cancer after they have some symptoms, and by that time it’s usually at stage 3 or 4. I was very lucky.” After the diagnosis, Lyman underwent surgery to remove the cancer, and since then she’s had two clean CAT Scan screenings. The gratefully healthy Lyman is involved in the Free to Breath Denver 5K Run/Walk as an advocate for research and fundraising, hoping to spread lung cancer awareness. She said she wants to do whatever she can to help others in her same situation as well as prevent future lung cancer diagnoses. “As an advocate I help people become aware of the lung cancer symptoms and spread awareness,” she said. “Lung cancer is pretty much the number one cancer killer not just in the United State but the world. There is a great need for research, and for research to happen there needs to be funding.” The fourth annual Free to Breathe Denver 5K Run/Walk is Oct. 6 at Washington Park, 701 S. Franklin St. in Denver. Registration and check-in begins at 7:30 a.m. followed by a rally, with the start of the race at 9 a.m. Cost is $35 to participate and all proceeds support the National Lung Cancer Partnership, For more information, visit www.FreetoBreathe.org/denver.
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Teacher awarded best tech teacher of the year By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Mountain Range High School physics teacher Scott Schankweiler loves to get his students thinking. One of the best compliments he can receive is when a student walks into the classroom and says, “It’s your fault I was thinking about physics this morning when the car was sliding on the ice.” Schankweiler checks those kinds of comments off as success. “The students are only playfully angry with me,” he said. “But I’m changing the way students see the world, and that’s powerful for me and for them. It’s a really cool feeling.” Schankweiler’s connection with his students hasn’t gone unnoticed. In early September, he was honored as Colorado’s Technology Teacher of the year at the 2013 APEX awards, which recognizes outstanding accomplishments and leadership in technology companies and professionals. Most of the awards are given to Colorado Companies, but one award is reserved for an educational professional. Schankweiler was nominated by district technology employee Ash Mahajan, and upon winning, Schankweiler was quite surprised. “I wasn’t even sure if I was going to go to the awards ceremony. But I’m really glad I did,” he said. “I thanked APEX for honoring a teacher at all because education is important.” Before becoming a teacher, for 10 years Schankweiler was a civil and environmental engineer. He said he enjoyed his time in engineering, but always knew he wanted to teach and be known as the “high school physics teacher.” He’s been with Moun-
Mountain Range High School physics teacher Scott Schankweiler, far left, receives the award for Technology Teacher of the Year at the Apex Awards in early September, which recognizes technology excellence in Colorado. Courtesy photo tain Range from the beginning when the school opened seven years ago. Currently he teaches geology, physics and forensic science, but does so in a non-traditional way. Schankweiler uses the flipped classroom method of teaching. Meaning, he posts his lectures online so the students
spend their homework time watching the lecture and taking notes and during class, the students work on the lesson problems. He says this technique allows for the students to work at their own pace at home by having the ability to either watch the video again, or for the advanced students, even fast-forward through the video.
“The students do the work in class surrounded by their peers, where they can collaborate and troubleshoot with each other and with me in the room bouncing around to give suggestions and help,” he said. “We still have discussion in class, but it’s very uncommon for me to stand at the board and just write stuff down.”
October means time to focus on fire prevention By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com October is Fire Prevention Month and to spread the word, the Westminster Fire Department is providing learning opportunities throughout the month to teach adults and youngsters fire safety tips. Fire Prevention month started after the Great Chicago Fire in 1871. Since then the President of the United States proclaims Fire Prevention Week to land during the week that includes the date of the fire, Oct. 8-9. But the city extends that tradition the entire month. This year’s national theme is “Prevent Kitchen Fires.” “Kitchen fires are the number one cause of fire injuries in the U.S.,” said public education officer Sherrie Leeka. “The biggest things we are trying to remind people about are never leave cooking food unattended and when it comes to grease fires on the stove, always just put a lid on it and turn off the heat.” Although the theme is geared around kitchen fires, Fire Prevention Month also focuses on integration of fire safety behav-
October is Fire Prevention Month and this year’s theme is “Preventing Kitchen Fires.” The photo above is an example of a past kitchen fire the Westminster Fire Department responded to in September. Photo Courtesy of the Westminster FireD epartment. Photo courtesy of the Westminster Fire Department iors into daily activities. Leeka said it’s very important for families to have a home escape plan with two ways out, practice the plan twice a year and to always check smoke alarms.
During a recent call, the fire department responded to a structure fire at 3 a.m. on Sept. 23. The firefighters found the fire in the dryer, extinguished it and removed the dryer from the home.
Nobody was hurt in the fire because of the smoke alarm. “The smoke caused the alarm to sound and the family evacuated and called for help - saving their home from serious damage and more importantly, possibly saving their lives,” said Public Information Officer Diana Wilson. To reach the community with fire tips, the fire department is hosting an open house on Oct. 19 at Fire Station 4 as well as manning a booth at the Halloween Carnival on Oct. 26 at City Park Recreation Center. Leeka and some other firefighters are also sharing tips through an educational program for third graders at Westminster elementary schools. During the program, Leeka will be teaching the students about arson and home exit drills through fun games. And every child goes home with a fire safety bag. “We really focus on teaching the kids what arson means and that they can go to jail if they’re involved in arson,” she said. “It’s amazing how many kids don’t know what it means. So it’s important to teach them the consequences.” For more information on fire safety, visit www.firepreventionweek.org
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Sigg pleads guilty to all charges Sentencing date set in November By Ashley Reimers
areimers@ourcoloradonews.com Austin Sigg, the 18-year-old accused of murdering 10-year-old Jessica Ridgeway, pleaded guilty to all charges on Tuesday, including first degree murder, kidnapping and sexual assault on a child. The announcement was made just days before the trial was set to being on Oct. 3. District Court Chief Judge Stephen Munsinger accepted the plea and set a sentencing hearing for Nov. 18, which is expected to take two days. During Tuesday’s hearing, Sigg appeared in dress clothes leaving behind his jail apparel. It was made clear in the court that the decision to plead guilty was Sigg’s, going against the advice of his counsel. On Sept. 30, Sigg’s attorneys contacted the prosecution team and told them Sigg wanted to plead guilty. This plea covers 15 charges, including the attempted kidnapping charge in the Ketner Lake jogger case. Sigg faces life in prison, without the possibility of parole until after 40 years. But during a press conference after the hearing, District Attorney Peter Weir said
during sentencing, the prosecution will be asking for a sentence of life in prison, without parole eligibility. “Today Mr. Sigg pled guilty to all charges. He has been held fully accountable for his criminal acts. There was no plea bargain. There was no ‘deal.’ No charges were dismissed as part of a plea bargain,” Weir said. “However, three counts of felony murder merge into the count of first degree murder – after deliberation count. A person can only be convicted and sentenced Sigg to the murder of a person once.” Jessica’s mother, Sara Ridgeway and other family members were present for the hearing and the press conference, but did not speak to the media. Upon hearing the news of the guilty plea, prosecutor Dana Easter said it was still difficult for the family because of the ups and downs of the case. “The first person we called was the mother, and it was difficult for her,” Easter said. “There is nothing joyful in this case. I think it was hard for the family to hear because you get your mind set for a trial and then to have it go away is difficult.” Westminster Police Chief Lee Birk spoke during the press conference thank-
Sara Ridgeway, third from the left, listens as Jefferson County District Attorney Peter Weir speaks to the media about Austin Sigg’s guilty plea during a press conference on Tuesday. Photo by Ashley Reimers ing several law enforcement agencies for their hard work on the case. He said the date of the guilty plea serves as a milestone in terms of closure and the healing process for both the Ridgeway family and the community. “We want to thank the many public safety agencies and partners who assisted the Westminster Police Department in this case,” Birk said. “We want to also thank the Ridgeway family for putting their trust
in our agency.” Jessica disappeared on Oct. 5, 2012 on her way to school in Westminster. Her disappearance triggered a massive search effort by law enforcement and volunteers. Parts of her body were found in a remote part of Arvada and later in Sigg’s home. Sigg admitted to kidnapping and murdering Jessica to his mother before law enforcement was called. He was arrested on Oct. 23, 2012.
Northglenn to consider best use of property City building on area designated as transit development area By Tammy Kranz
tkranz@ourcoloradonews.com Northglenn City Council will consider if the nearly 11 acres its Maintenance and Operations (M&O) Facility is on would serve better as commercial or residential development after the FasTracks line makes its way north. Brook Svoboda, director of planning and development, presented the topic to council during its Sept. 16 study session. He said the conversation was worth having because early indications suggest a full build out for the North Metro line is becoming a near-term reality. The Regional Transportation District has sent out request for proposals to build out the North Metro Line and bids were due by Sept. 23. The RTD Board is expected to vote on a proposal in November. “The close proximity of the planned
transit station to the M&O Facility renders the approximate 11 acres valuable (Transit Orientation Development) land. Continued use of the property as the city’ M&O facility may not be the highest and best use for the city,” according to a staff memo. The facility is on TOD identified for Thornton’s Eastlake Station, which is north of 124th Avenue. The Eastlake TOD area encompasses parcels that are east of Washington Street, west of York Street, south of 128th Avenue and north of 120 Avenue. In 2008, Thornton did a study of the TOD area — which has land owned by Thornton, Northglenn, Adams 12 Five Star Schools. “Part of the study identifies that there’s opportunity for about 165,000 square feet of retail and also light industrial mixed office as well as some residential components,” Svoboda said. “ He pointed out that if the Eastlake station is build, then the M&O Facility would be directly across from two parking lots that would accommodate up to 750 parking spaces. “One of the things that would be benefi-
Half-hearted man has never committed Dear Neil: I am a single Mum of 9-yearold twin girls. Six and a half years ago, I met this man, and we had a wonderful and passionate connection. After a year, I discovered he had numerous financial issues, as well as breaches of honesty. Among other things, he had spent the deposit for our joint holiday home we had been planning together. In the end, I had enough of the lies and deceit, so I withdrew, and we did not see each other for a few weeks. But then I decided I wanted our relationship to work. I drove to his place and was shocked to discover a lady and her son had turned up at his place at 11 p.m., and I learned she was his new flame. To make a long story short, he went back to me, then back to her, then back to me. However, one evening after that, she turned up at his place, trying to get him back all over again. We have been living together in my house the past two and a half years, but we still have issues: family, money, honesty. He has not kept up with his financial agreements, and I have never felt that he has attempted to develop a relationship with my girls. I appreciate he is not their dad, but he has been in their life almost
cial is to further identify, based on what the opportunities are there, does it make sense to consider the M&O as a viable property if Eastlake were to move forward?” he said. Council and staff will discuss the facility after RTD makes its decision in November. Svoboda said the first question council will have to answer is if it makes sense to consider using the property for something other than the M&O Facility. After that,
he said, a market analysis and relocation analysis would need to be done. The North Metro line is set to have six stations located in the Northglenn and Thornton area — 88th Avenue, 104th Avenue, 112th Avenue, Eastlake at 124th, 144th Avenue and 160th Avenue. Svoboda said both the Eastlake and 112th Stations offer opportunities for the city.
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We love letters, but stay within lines In an era in which readers are more likely to post comments at the bottom of an online article or on a blog or on Facebook, we believe there is still a place for the good old-fashioned letter to the editor. Unlike online commenting, letters to the editor must go through something of a vetting process before being published. Largely, this is in order to maintain a measure of civility that, sadly, is often lacking online. On our opinion pages, we aim to provide a forum to stir community conversation. We appreciate diversity of thought and do not pick which letters run or don’t run based on our viewpoint. If you’re wondering why your letter wasn’t printed or are hoping to have one that is, read what follows. These do’s and don’ts will make the process easier for you and our editors. Do: • Your homework. In other words, check your facts. We have a small staff and can’t
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QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Should Todd Helton be in the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame? Folks around Denver were asked whether they believe Helton is Cooperstown material, after the Rockies slugger belted his 369th career home run and 592nd career double during his final home game on Sept. 25.
“Yes. He played with a losing team for so many years, and he still produced. He pretty much defined what baseball players should be.” Josh Martinez, Denver
“I’ve seen his stats. If he doesn’t make it to the Hall of Fame then we ought to reconsider who else shouldn’t be in there.” Chuck Burton, Denver
“His numbers aren’t good enough. He was good for the Rockies, but there’s a lot of people there who have better numbers than he has.” David Lee, Denver
“If you take his stats at face value, then yeah. The guy’s stats are worthy.” Chris Bond, Denver
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When ‘facts’ become fiction What do the following “facts” have in common? 1) We are currently on a pace to tie the all-time record low for Atlantic Ocean hurricanes in a year. 2) School vouchers do not raise achievement levels across the board. And 3) Chicago is the gun murder capitol of America. Answer: whether or not you believe these facts has more to do with your politics than whether the researchers were thorough and accurate. According to a new study by the National Science Foundation and Yale University, our political leanings will often dictate what facts we allow to penetrate our decision-making processes. Worse still is that sometimes we allow those biases to even change how we approach finding solutions to seemingly objective problems like simple math. And you wondered how it was possible that Congress can’t seem to balance a checkbook. Apparently, two plus two only equals four as long as neither George Bush nor Barack Obama asks the question. And you want to know what’s even worse? This study also suggests that highly educated people are even more susceptible to altering their process depending on their politics. Apparently, one of the skills you master as you stay in school longer is the ability to rationalize. Which explains college campuses, I guess. This sort of cultural bias towards information goes a long way towards explaining why we’ve become so polarized as a body politic. It is no longer possible to have discussions with opposition based on facts because nobody is willing to acknowledge the facts that the other side presents. We sift through the information, hunting for whatever factoids support our points of view, rather than taking in the information as a whole and assimilating it into our analytical process. It is one way to avoid cognitive dissonance, I suppose. You never really have to make an admission against interest in
a debate when all you have are interests. But it sure makes it hard to find common ground, the sort of common ground that leads to real solutions to problems. Of course, that presumes that the people tasked with finding solutions actually want to solve any problem other than how to win the next election. So when you tell someone about the hurricane drought, don’t expect them to reconsider their position on global warming; or when you talk about how the voucher program in Cleveland did not show widespread gains in educational achievement, don’t hold your breath waiting for an admission that school choice is not a panacea; or when you tell someone about Chicago and remind them that Chicago is, legally, a gun-free city, don’t expect a thoughtful question about the merits of gun control. Because it turns out that facts don’t matter any more. Apparently, if you want to change somebody’s mind these days, you need grainy black-and-white photos, ominous music, and pathos-inspiring voiceovers. And lies. Why not, right? It works in election after election. And if facts don’t matter, then why would truth be any more important? 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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During the coming weeks prior to receiving your ballot in the mail the week of
elect good, sensible and dedicated folks and you need to ask them what they envision for the future.
Take the time
Oct. 14, you will be able to attend candidate forums in your city. These candidates have put forth a lot of energy and money to let you know of their view of how they perceive the city they call home.
Meet and greet
Yes, you will have the opportunity to meet and greet them because they want to serve you as your voice on councils and school boards. Surely, you will want to
If you are not on a voter list you can still register to vote. Just call your county clerk and recorder’s office and ask for the location of the nearest voting center. This is a new opportunity to get yourself eligible to participate in the democratic process with a minimum of effort. If you don’t do that you really must not care about your community. And if you aren’t registered then don’t complain about your government. I don’t agree with the “Tea Party” philosophy, but I sure admire their tenacity and fervor.
Good turnout
Last Saturday our Westminster Progressive Homeowner’s Association hosted
a candidate forum, and we had a good turnout. Lots of issues were discussed and I’m sure attendees came away better informed. That’s how our democracy should work, but it can only happen if citizens choose to get involved and do their part in making government work. So get informed and make sure your vote counts.
Quote of the week
“I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat.” Winston Churchill Stay well, stay involved and stay tuned. Vi June is past Democratic state representative for House District 35. She is a former mayor of Westminster and a former newspaper publisher. A Westminster resident for more than four decades, she and her husband, Bob, have five grown children and eight grandchildren.
Introverts are speaking out against labels
“My problem is that I’m an introvert.” If you read the Business sections — as I do — of newspapers and websites, you probably recognize that how popular this topic has become. Introverts are now being counseled to be “assertively shy” and to “leverage” their advantages. Whole books on the subject are flying off the shelves. In fact, a quick search this week for “introvert” on Amazon produced 656 results. The argument is that society dramatically undervalues introverts, because introverts are considered shy, reserved, even antisocial. By contrast, extrovert are admired because they are outgoing and gregarious; extrovert get things done. But now, introverts are speaking out. s. Why? Part of the answer is probably a nd basic rejection of broad-sweeping labels inferring that the traits of introverts are s. somehow inferior. Granted, the sheer ple want numbers of books, websites, blogs, and articles point to a bandwagon effect: o introversion is in vogue. But so too is an increased emphasis on real women who e have real bodies. Same-sex couples are inching toward legal recognition. And the
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aite is ne Chi- Continued from Page 5 pect of never actually committed to you. He is, at the most, only partially committed to you. Furthermore, you actually know it: that’s nt why you’ve withdrawn. s, Connecting with your twin girls takes os, time, effort and energy. It requires him to make an emotional investment in them, and in the job of becoming a stepdad to them (which he obviously is, having been ’t in their lives since they were two). But more it’s extremely telling that he hasn’t tried to bond with them, grow to love them and invest in a relationship with them. It fitspeaks to him being tentative and halfh his hearted in the relationship, rather than rom committed and unreserved. ty of The presence of the other woman speaks of the same lack of commitment. He didn’t have to be truthful and honest with you about financial matters--he had been looking for another woman on the side. Furthermore, it is not at all clear that he has any allegiance to being honest, transparent or sincere with the agreements he has made with you. It sounds like he may be making agreements in
though there’s still a long way to go, cultural and ethnic diversity are being accepted and even celebrated. These groups of people — which are not mutually exclusive, by the way — are also often undervalued by society. They battle labels of their own. Women are “fat,” “lazy,” and (gasp!) “old,” not allowed to have wrinkles or gray hair. Same-sex couples fight the stereotypes of labels such as “gay,” “lesbian,” and even “pervert,” plus many others not fit to print here. People of different ethnicities contend with spurious and inflammatory labels that could fill this page, and which have been leveled at various groups of people by other groups of people through-
order to keep you off his back, but he has no genuine interest in holding himself to those agreements--because he’s just appeasing you. Which leaves you with a choice: stay with him and accept this scenario into the future (you have no evidence it’s going to change), or end the relationship with him in the hope that you will be able to eventually connect with someone else who will be honest, responsible, trustworthy, true and blue--and a stepdad. A grown man ought to know that if he chooses a woman with younger children, he is in the position of being a stepdad, and he is expected to rise to the occasion and be the best he can possibly be in that position. It sure sounds as if you could find better than him. He is too half-hearted. After the passion wanes, you’re left more with illusion than you are with a real relationship. Neil Rosenthal is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Westminster and Boulder, Colorado. His column is in it’s 21st year of publication, and is syndicated around the world. You can reach him at 303-7588777, or email him through his website: www.heartrelationships.com. He is not able to respond individually to queries.
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ees can be as uncommon as the wristwatch? The proliferation of labels such as these, and the undesirable connotations that go with them, is why I applaud introverts who are speaking out, in spite of the fact that some might consider themselves out of their comfort zone. What’s really in vogue is that there’s nothing wrong with being different. Perhaps, after all, it’s taken society’s introverts — people often considered “aloof,” “remote,” and “antisocial” — to raise their voices against labels, to speak out for the ways that all of us are unique, rather than wrong. Andrea Doray is a writer who can be extroverted when she needs to be, but believes there’s nothing wrong with thinking before she speaks. Contact her at a.doray@andreadoray.com.
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out our nation’s history. And even the extroverts lauded above are labeled as “schmoozers” and “manipulators” who get what they want by outmaneuvering others. Such labels such perpetuate a disproportionately negative importance on our differences, when what’s really significant is that we are simply who we are, unique in our own ways. Think about it … what label are you? Are you the keeper of all things domestic, the engine that runs your home and family … or are you a “housewife”? Are you successful or are you a “workaholic”? Are you a “deadbeat” because you are unemployed, or because you choose other alternatives to the 40-hour week? Are you “spoiled” with a “bad work ethic” because your generation grew up in a different world, a world where advanced technology is as common as turntables used to be, and where stability for employ-
Marjorie Ruth Younger June 16, 1931 - Sept 26, 2013
Marjorie Ruth Younger, 82, of Thornton, passed away September 26, 2013 in Wheat Ridge. She was born June 16, 1931 in Weld County, CO to George and Olinda (Weickum) Krantz. She graduated from Adams City High School in 1949 and married Norman Younger on February 25, 1950 in Adams County, CO. Marjorie Ruth Younger is survived by her husband Norman; five children Gary (Sheila) Younger, Gregory Younger, Gwenda (David) Windholz, Janel (John) Younger and Bryan (Pearl) Younger; brother, Dale Krantz; eight grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Olinda Krantz; brother Marrel Krantz and her son Roger Younger. She enjoyed camping, traveling, knitting, crocheting, and spoiling her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Marjorie spent four years in Italy while her husband was in the military and loved her “Italian” experience. She will always be loved, cherished, and remembered as a kind and loving woman. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, October 2, 2013 at 1:00pm at Brighton United Methodist Church. Memorial Contributions can be made to the Alzheimer’s Disease Association, 455 Sherman Street, Suite 500, Denver, Colorado 80203. TaborRice Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Dr. Dennis McGuire navigated life with dignity and courage, fighting two cancers and West Nile virus. In the end, West Nile virus tragically ended his journey. His passing left his many loved ones--his wife, children, grandchildren, friends from Rotary, friends from Northglenn Judo Club, friends from tennis at the Ranch Country Club, patients from Northglenn Optometric Center, friends and family in Humeston, Iowa, and friends and family in Newton, Illinois--with a profound sense of devastation. Dennis, “Doc” left a legacy of love and respect; he had a special way of connecting with people. To quote others, he was a “salt of the earth guy”, “he was like a father to me”. A young doctor, who began his career under Doc, recently said, “Although, by profession, he treated eyes, he really treated people. It was a gift few doctors have.” Dr. McGuire was legendary in the Northglenn/Thornton/Westminster area. He helped shape these communities in various meaningful ways. Those who knew him were blessed to experience the kindness he showed to others, his love, comforting words, and great sense of humor. Dr. Dennis Scott McGuire, age 72, from Westminster, CO, is survived by his wife of 26 years, Glenna. Children: Tanya McGuire Bratton (Jeff), Megan McGuire Bauman (Terry), Erin McGuire, and Zac Caltagirone. Grandchildren: Ryan, Brandon, and Tallon Bratton; Morgan, Mason and Madelin McGuire-Beauman. Sister: Sharry McGuire, and nephew, Dan Davis, of Bella Vista, Arkansas. Dennis was born in Centerville, IA, and grew up on a farm near Humeston, IA. He attended Iowa University, Grandview Jr. College and University of Colorado in preoptometry, graduating from Illinois College of Optometry in 1964. In July, 1965, he opened his private
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practice in Northglenn as the Northglenn Optometric Center. He later opened a second practice, Arvada North Optometric Center in 1975. Doc began his judo career in 1961 at the Waterloo YMCA in Iowa. He was a pioneer in the judo world, founding the Northglenn Judo club in 1965 and producing hundreds of national champions, Triple Crown winners, two Olympians and two Alternates. Dennis was a charter member and past president of Northglenn/ Thornton Rotary. He hosted many exchange students through Rotary. Other community affiliations include Jaycees, Northglenn Recreation Center Board of Directors, Rocky Mountain AAU, Colorado Judo League and United States Judo, Inc. He was also active in the Colorado Optometric Association, serving as trustee and on various committees. He served on Colorado Vision Service and American Vision Services Board of Directors. Dr. McGuire has received numerous civic awards and recognition of various community contributions. He was recently honored with the Legacy Award by the City of Northglenn. Dennis’s passions included spending time with his children and grandchildren, grilling for 30 family members on special occasions, finding the best restaurant within a 50 mile radius, playing tennis several times a week with his tennis buddies, biking with his wife, eating raw oysters in New Orleans and exploring Leadville. Services will be held at the El Jebel Shrine Center on October 17, at 4 p.m., 4625 W. 50th Avenue, Denver, CO 80212. Reception follows. Donations can be made to Northglenn-Thornton Rotary, c/o Liz Fuselier, 11687 Country Club Drive, Westminster, CO 80234 or Northglenn Judo Club, c/o Dave Schwartz, 431 E. Raintree Ct., Louisville, CO 80027.
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Visitors to the 38th annual Cider Days have a chance to take a historic wagon ride at last year’s festival. Courtesy photo
Crisp air, crisp apples
38th Cider Fest celebrates Lakewood’s history By Clarke Reader
creader@ourcoloradonews.com Changing leaves and cooler weather can only mean one thing. It’s time for Cider Days in Lakewood. Now entering its 38th year, the festival — which celebrates the city’s agricultural history — is one of the city’s longest running traditions, and will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5, and Sunday, Oct. 6, at the Lakewood Heritage Center, 801 S. Yarrow St. Tickets cost $7 for adults and $4 for children, with all the funds raised going to support educational programs at the Heritage Center.
Admission not only allows visitors access WHAT: Lakewood’s Cider Days to all the speWHERE: Lakewood Heritage cial activities, Center but includes 801 S. Yarrow St., Lakewood a tour of the WHEN: Saturday and Sunday, Heritage CenOct. 5 and 6 ter museum. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. “There is COST: $7 for adults a whole lot of $4 for children history to the INFORMATION: 303-987event and it 7850 or www.lakewood.org/ has really enciderdays deared itself to the community,” said Greg Lovell, special events coordinator. “This has the state’s largest antique and vintage tractor pull, and demonstrations of all kinds of historic crafts.”
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There will, of course, be the cider pressing on the four antique pressers, with visitors free to bring their own apples or purchase some at the festival. This year the festival will feature the trick pigs of Top Hogs for the second time, since they were such a big hit last year. Another event that organizers are bringing back from last year is a celebration of traditional cider, which is to say, hard cider. From noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday only, the Rocky Mountain Cider Association and Colorado Cider Company will bring together one of the largest collections of Colorado ciders in one event, as well as ciders from England, France, Spain and New Zealand. “This is a great gathering of Colorado ciders, and there’s a great local atmosphere about it,” said Marty Jones, a mem-
ber of the Colorado Cider Company. “Like craft beer used to be, cider is really under the radar, but it’s becoming bigger.” The Colorado Cider Company is celebrating its second anniversary, and Jones said that more and more people are becoming interested in creating their own drink. Lovell said that during the weekend the festival gets visits from about 10,000 people, and credits its popularity with the overall feeling of the event. “There’s a real nostalgia to the event, and the festival doesn’t have an overwhelming feeling you sometimes get,” he said. “People can spend an entire afternoon here and learn a little something. There really is nothing like it in the Denver area.” For more information, call 303-9877850 or visit www.lakewood.org/ciderdays.
Game season regions impacted by flooding A variety of outdoors news is surfacing at this time of year. Here is a sampling. Small game hunting licenses, Habitat stamps and waterfowl stamps are all required as fall hunting seasons approach. Hunting and fishing licenses now expire on March 30 each year. Licenses and stamps can be purchased at sporting goods license agent outlets or online at www.wildlife.state.co. The Parks and Wildlife Division are diligent on pursuing those who violate state game laws and regulations. Two recent high profile investigations resulted in the arrests of 12 people all fined with Colorado hunting privileges forefitted. The State’s Operation Game Thief program is the process leading to awareness, investigation and in many cases arrests. Many of the poachers are identified simply by the general public or other hunter’s anony-
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mous calls of suspicious tips to 877-2656648. Verizon phone users can call #OGT. US Fish & Wildlife Service work with the state since many poaching cases involve out of state individuals. The recent devastating flood have caused considerable damage to many game management units, specifically 7, 8, 9, 19, 191, 20, and 29, S1, S19, S37 and S57. Hunters with licenses in those areas may
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be eligible for refunds or preference point reinstatements. For those affected, call your local Division of Parks and Wildlife Office or Headquarters at 303-297-1192. If your hunting interests lie in upland game birds and you typically make the trek to Kansas or Nebraska it is a good to follow-up early with hunting organizations in those states and to check out Colorado pheasant hunting opportunities. The Kansas Sport Hunting Association at 785-296-2009 or online at info@huntkansas.org will start your planning. Colorado Pheasants Forever is busy promoting and educating hunters on this states opportunity. Pikes Peak Pheasant / Quail Forever Youth Outreach and Chukar Hunt are set for Oct. 13. Call 719-593-7770 to participate in the hunt with your young hunters. The Thornton Cabela’s grand opening Aug. 15 offered visitors a drawing for 2013
Chevy Silverado 2500 crew cab pickup. That lucky person among the estimated 5,000 was Terry Corman of Fort Collins. The keys will be presented soon to this lucky outdoorsman. Colorado Parks and Outdoors is offering teachers the “Basic Archery Instructor certification workshops provided and co-sponsored by the Colorado Archery in the Schools Program. This engaging native shooting activity is growing in Colorado and across the nation. “During the 20112012 school year participants in grades 4-12 in Colorado involved more than 100 Colorado schools and over 7,000 schools nationally” according to Tabbi Kinion, program director for the State program. Outdoors writer Ron Hellbusch may be reached at Ron-Hellbusch@comcast.net.
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State’s racial gaps narrow in education Economic disparities stay unchanged over two years By Burt Hubbard
I-News at Rocky Mountain PBS Black and Latino adults in Colorado narrowed some of the wide education gaps with their white counterparts last year, according to an I-News analysis of new U.S. Census Bureau data. Colorado no longer has the largest gaps in the nation in college graduation rates between black and white residents, and both Latino and black adults saw high school graduation gaps narrow to their lowest levels in decades. “That’s good news all the way around,” said Lt. Gov. Joe Garcia, who also is executive director of the Colorado Higher Education Department. “It’s the result of more focus and more collaboration between K-12 and higher education.” However, income, poverty and homeownership disparities between whites and the state’s largest minority groups remained unchanged between 2010 and 2012, the analysis found.
An I-News investigation published earlier this year of six decades of Census data found that minority gains made in key economic and education areas had eroded over time. In many cases, the disparities between Latinos, blacks and whites were wider in 2010 than they were in the 1960s and 1970s. The latest Census data from the 2012 AmeriGarcia can Community Survey of states and their largest cities and counties found across-the-board increases in minority high school and college graduation rates since 2010. The percent of black adults 25 years of age and older with college degrees rose from about 20 percent to 24 percent during the two years. That narrowed the gap with their white counterparts to less than 20 percentage points, compared to 23 percentage points in 2010. White college graduation rates inched up less than 1 percentage point to 43 percent in 2012. As a result, Colorado no longer has the
largest gaps in the U.S. between white and black adults. It now ranks third behind Connecticut and Massachusetts, the INews analysis found. Sharon Bailey, a former Denver Public Schools board member and a member of the Colorado Black Round Table, said the state’s attention to education disparities may be starting to pay off. “I do think there has been a bigger spotlight put on graduation rates and remediation,” Bailey said. The round table is holding a community forum at Manual High Bailey School in Denver Sept. 28 on minority education and economic gaps. The college graduation gap between Latino and white Colorado adults remained unchanged in the new report, exceeding 30 percentage points, and was still the largest in the U.S. Both Latino and black adults continued to narrow the gaps in high school graduation rates. Black rates rose from 86 percent to 89
Man found guilty of shooting Staff Report Following a four-day trial, a Jefferson County jury found Larry Lynn Gomez, 34, guilty of shooting a Westminster police officer in November 2012. The jury trial began on Sept. 16. Gomez was found guilty of attempted murder of a police officer and first degree assault. On Nov. 7, 2012 a Westminster police officer made a traffic stop at 72nd Avenue and Sheridan Boulevard. Gomez was the driver of the car and was stopped for what appeared to be a routine license plate violation. As the officer got out of his marked patrol car
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“We try to get everyone to support each other,” he said. The centers offers viewing areas with Wi-Fi and USB charging stations, a game room, computer lab for digital media editing and production, outdoor patio with views of downtown Denver and the mountains and meals and snacks. “The videos on the website do not do it justice — you have to see this place in person to feel the energy, see the smiles — that’s where it really is,” Sapnu said. The cross-training facili-
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fund getting the district started. The start-up costs would include funding the election and the service plan. He is also approaching private sectors to raise the rest of the money. Hansen said he is not looking for monetary commitment from Northglenn. The service plan is a lay-
and approached Gomez’s car, Gomez leaned out of the car window, shot the officer, and then sped away. On Nov. 6, 2012, Gomez was in Denver where he is alleged to have fired shots at Denver Police officers during a traffic stop. The Denver District Attorney filed charges in that case and a trial date in Denver has been set for Nov. 18. Working together with Westminster, Denver and Aurora police, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and District Attorney investigators arrested Gomez in Aurora two days later, on Nov. 9, 2012. This is Gomez’s sixth felony conviction.
ty offers a variety of classes, camps, drop-in sessions, group activities and even hosts birthdays and field trips. Sapnu and co-founders Kyle Henley and Mike Pies trained together at a place similar to Progresh in Copper Mountain — a trip that sometimes took two hours in traffic. They worked together to create a similar facility in the Denver area to provide an easily accessible action/ snow-sport destination for everyone, year round. “When visitors come here we want them to learn something, but we want them to think they just had the best time in the world,” Sapnu said. Call 720-441-2112 or visit www.progresh.com for more information.
out of the district — which does not have to be continuous or have the same mill rates across the board. Every city that has the district in it must approve the service plan, which cannot have amendments, so a lot of negotiating is involved, Hansen said. Hansen said Westminster was supportive of the idea of a district, and that he thinks Thornton will be as well. “At the end of the day, we all stand to benefit,” he said.
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percent and Latino rates rose from 65 percent to 68 percent between 2010 and 2012, while white rates stayed at about 96 percent. Both gaps are the smallest since 1960. However, Garcia said most new jobs in the state in the coming years will require more than a high school degree. “A high school degree just isn’t going to cut it,” he said. “When we look at Colorado’s economy, we know that some 70 percent of the jobs that will be created in the next 10 years will require some post-secondary credentials.” Both Garcia and Bailey said the state needs to step up its efforts on educational attainment. Bailey said Colorado needs to look at factors behind minority successes and replicate them. Garcia said the state should work on eliminating barriers to minorities completing college, such as the high rate of remedial classwork. I-News is the public service journalism arm of Rocky Mountain PBS. To read the full report go to www.inewsnetwork.org/losingground/. Contact Burt Hubbard at bhubbard@inewsnetwork.org or 303-446-4931.
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QUESTIONS 1) Please use three words to describe your leadership style. 2) Describe the skills that make you the best candidate for the job 3) Please list your top three priorities if elected. 4) What are your strategies to improve communication between the board and the public? 5) What improvements do you feel are needed most in the district?
Terms School board members are elected to a four-year term. There are four candidates for District 3, and two candidates running for District 4.
District 4 Background: I am married and have four kids. I mentored and tutored students in Adams 12 for about 10 years. I am passionate about seeing Figueroa students succeed academically and personally. Contact: www.ricofig.com; Email Rico@ricofig.com; Phone: 720722-0126 1) Approachable, involved and visionary. 2) I empower youth and adults in their giftedness and passions then gather them around a shared vision and achieving it together. I am a problem solver and can look at a situation from different angles, gather input, and consider the insights of others before making a decision based on principles. 3) Increase the value of parents and their input in the educational decisions of their students, create a partnership between the different groups including the board, administrators, teachers, staff, parents and students so we work together rather than against each other and increase the character development and healthy relationship education of our students and their families. 4) Bring school board meetings to the schools. We need opportunities for parents and community to interact with the school board in an open forum. It is also important for all school board members’ contact information to be easily accessible from the district website. 5) We need to work together and resist outside influences who impose their agendas on us. We must increase the supports to the families in the district. A student is not learning if their family is in shambles. We need to make communication to parents and the community clearer and more frequent.
AMY SPEERS
District 4 Background: I am an involved advocate and mother. I have been a nurse for over 23 years, working with children and families including NICU, schools and public Speers health. Contact: www. amyspeersforadamscounty.com 1) Communicative, approachable and collaborative. 2) I have worked as a school nurse for many years in neighboring districts, working with teachers to provide a healthy school environment. While my son attended Adams 12 schools and after his graduation I have been an involved parent in the district and community. 3) My top three priorities are to work to foster strong relationships between schools, parents and the community, make certain the district hires and retains exceptional teachers and staff who inspire students to succeed and dedicate myself to making sure every child at Adams 12 has access to a wellrounded public education 4) Effective communication between the board and the public is essential. Active community involvement can be obtained when the environment encourages active participation. Families, teachers and staff need to feel they can speak to the board. I want to discuss concerns and celebrate successes in an open and welcoming environment. 5) Preparing students for their future after Adams 12 needs to be a top priority. Every student deserves the best public education we can provide. Communication and relationships between parents, staff and administration need to be fostered and encouraged. Create a transparent budget process that includes all stakeholders.
KATHY PLOMER
District 3 Background: I have three children who attend neighborhood schools in Adams 12. With a master of public health degree from University of Plomer Michigan, I have worked 20 years in public health. Contact: www.kathyplomerforschoolboard.com; email Kathy@ kathyplomerforschoolboard.com 1) Responsive, collaborative and solution-oriented. 2) I have been a parent leader in Adams 12 for the last 12 years. Through my work as a PTO president and on the Steering Committee for the District School Improvement Team I have gained in-depth knowledge of the challenges facing our large, diverse district and I have studied the district’s budget and facilitated community discussions on district spending priorities. I have evaluated and helped write numerous school academic improvement plans. I am a listener, a problem-solver and have a proven record of leadership and service in Adams 12. 3) Provide exceptional learning opportunities for students that prepare them for life and foster a love of learning, build and utilize strong school/community partnerships and create a transparent budget process that reflects community values. 4) Provide more opportunities for dialogue through issues forums in the community and more two-way channels to communicate with the board. 5) Adams 12 is a great school district but we can make it better by making sure all students show significant growth in learning each year, by increasing our graduation rates and by better engaging parents as partners in their child’s education. Working together we can make Adams 12 a top district in the state.
DAVID ELLIOTT District 3 Background: Accountant, systems field engineer, Citizens Advisory Budget Committee, Lowry Redevelopment Authority, resident of Colorado for 20 years. Contact: Phone: 303-362-0254
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1) Teamwork, friendship and cooperation. 2) I have served on public committees for more than 10 years, graduated from the University of Wyoming with a degree in business administration, served on the Citizens Advisory Budget Committee and the Lowry Redevelopment Authority. I have also worked as an accountant for more than 20 years, many of those in a volunteer capacity. 3) Apply for more federal, state, and local grants to increase our budget, ease the frustration between the school board and the teachers union, and help our children learn more modern skills so they can be more competitive in the global marketplace. 4) Invite the public to our meetings and share the minutes from those meetings. We could provide a simpler method of communication where every parent will be able to send us comments and requests via email. We could also provide a time for public comment at each of our meetings. 5) We need to increase our budget. We need to provide our teachers with the tools to give our children a superior education so they have a greater opportunity for success in the future.
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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. 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.
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS meets at 7 p.m. Mondays at North Metro Church, 12505 Colorado Blvd. in Thornton. 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.
WEST METRO Real Estate Investing Education Group meets from 7-9 p.m. on the third Monday of each month at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033. We meet in Classroom 1. We cover all the information you will need to successfully fix and flip or buy rentals with positive cash flow. We analyze deals as examples, talk about where to get funding, the best ways to find a bargain and sometimes do property tours. Investors of all levels of experience are welcome but no agents please. TUESDAYS 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.
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. 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 meets the second Tuesday of every month at the 911 Driving School, 9100 100th Ave., Suite B-4, Westminster. Check-in is at 6:45 p.m., meeting is 7-9 p.m. Each month outstanding speakers present information vital to our community. Come join us to deepen your knowledge of election candidates, current legislation, and
upcoming events. Both men and women are invited to attend. Admission is free.
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 from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Westminster United Methodist Church, 3585 W. 76th Ave. Contact Laura at 303-428-9293. 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), 6:30-7:30 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.
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Adams 12 Five Star Schools DEBBIE CHRISTENSEN
District 3 Background: Self-described Adams 12 mom committed to educational practices and policies that maximize student Christensen achievement. Bachelor’s degree in Spanish Secondary Education. Master’s degree in English composition. Community leader, former teacher with an emphasis on gifted and atrisk students. Contact: http://DebbieForAdams12 1) Envision, inspire and empower. 2) I’m the only candidate who brings a balanced perspective to the board. As a mom with children in the district, I understand parents’ hopes and fears when sending kids to school. As a student, I overcame challenges to achieve success. As a teacher, I invested my heart, mind and energy in my students. As a leader, I served on academic boards, advisory councils, and evaluation committees. 3) My priority is to inspire students to reach their greatest potential by facilitating parent involvement, empowering teachers and staff and demonstrating administrative transparency. I want Adams 12 to be known for unifying stakeholders, inspiring dedication, promoting accountability, and producing results. 4) I will actively create opportunities to listen to parents, students, teachers and administrators. That information will guide my decisions. 5) We must give parents and other stakeholders an authentic voice, increase transparency, acknowledge progress, clearly communicate, and carefully implement strategies that produce results. I want people to choose Adams 12 for their kids.
JOSHUA BASTIAN
District 3 Background: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, history minor from CSU, accountant with Department of Natural Resources for two years, specialist with DeBastian partment of Labor and Employment for two years, manager with McDonalds for 10 years, married and have lived in Adams 12 for 8 years. Contact: www.joshbastian.com; Phone: 303-954-8638 1) Win-win, results oriented and budget conscious. 2) I have worked within the constraints of governmental budgeting. I have experience in bringing opposing sides together to form solutions. 3) Bring what is working from schools that are succeeding to schools that are struggling. Fix the budget to make it sustainable without yo-yo spending increases and cuts. Continue to raise the standards within the district and thus increase the graduation rate. 4) Improve transparency in the board meeting process. Have contact information for board members available on the district website. Increase the number of communications made to the public via district web postings. 5) The biggest single improvement would be better internal communication of what is working to other schools within the district so that lessons learned can be implemented in more places which will allow more students to succeed. The next biggest improvement that is needed is a consistent sustainable budget. This sort of budget does not implement new large programs that require cuts when the next budget year shows they cannot be maintained.
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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. TOPS CO 538, a weight-loss support group, meets Tuesdays at St. Martha’s Episcopal Church, 76th and Bradburn. Weigh-in is 6-6:45 p.m., followed by the meeting. For information, call 303-429-5923. WESTMINSTER OPTIMIST Club meets at 7 a.m. Tuesdays at the Egg & I, 799 Highway 287, Broomfield. For more information, call John Swanborg at 303-466-5631 or email him at jswanborg@comcast.net. WEDNESDAYS 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. 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. 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/ArvadaBusiness-Connection/) is an informal networking event that brings together local entrepreneurs. Meetings are Wednesdays 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/. MUSIC TEACHERS Association Suburban Northwest meets
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Chef doesn’t cut mustard I have the deepest respect for Denver restaurant owner and super chef Jennifer Jasinski (Rioja, Bistro Vendome, Euclid Hall) for her stellar performance in Bravo’s “Top Chef Masters,” which ended sadly not in her favor on Sept. 25. In losing, as part of the final three, she was nothing but gracious, of course. Here’s what James Oseland, editor-inchief of Saveur magazine, had to say about the end results: “I thought I had a handle on Jennifer’s excellence as a cook, and then during the finale meal, she served us her paella gnocchi. My God, it was the single best dish I ate all season — so perfectly balanced, so beautifully executed, so lovely to look at. Unfortunately, for her chances at winning the season, her other three courses — while very, very good — didn’t come anywhere near the glory of that dish. Still, if we’re handing out prizes for individual plates of food, this one is the season five gold-medal winner.” Not to be overlooked was her remarkable job of snaring the most money for her charity: $35,000 for Work Options for Women, a Denver nonprofit that teaches food service skills to women in poverty. “I have no regrets at all about this experience,” Jasinski said after being defeated by chef Douglas Keane. “Top Chef Masters” win or lose aside, Sept. 25 was still a good day for the Denver chef. Two of her restaurants, Rioja and Euclid Hall, were named among the Top 25 Best Restaurants in the October edition of 5280 magazine.
Above right, Phileas Fogg (Dustin Bronson) and Aouda (Caitlin Wise) share a tender moment during a whirlwind world tour in “Around the World in 80 Days.” Above, adventure is on the horizon for Phileas Fogg (Dustin Bronson) and his servant Passepartout (Graham Ward). At right, Patrick Du Laney is one of five actors who play 39 different characters in the show.
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The University of Colorado-Boulder is back in the top 10. No, not its football program, but on Playboy magazine’s top 10 party schools. CU ranked third in Playboy’s 2013 list in the October issue. West Virginia University topped the list, followed by the University of Wisconsin. CU topped the list in 2011 and has been a regular in Playboy’s poll, which began as the top 40 party colleges in 1987. CU did not make the list a year ago. This year’s list was determined by Playboy’s editors, who used data from resources including the National Center for Education Statistics, the NCAA and the U.S. Economic Census, as well as feedback from Playboy’s more than 12 million social media fans. The 2012 top party school, University of Virginia, failed to make the 2013 list.
Restaurant Week does the splits
Denver Restaurant Week(s), one of the most popular events in town for the generous portions for a small price, is doing a double take by splitting its personality with two weeks spaced out during the year. In observation of the event’s 10th anniversary, Visit Denver’s Denver Restaurant Week will double the fun by holding one week from Feb. 22-28 and a second week Aug. 23-29. The new price per meal per person is $30, FYI ... Not a bad deal when you factor in inflation with the cost of food, etc. As you may recall, in several of the previous years, Denver Restaurant Week Parker continues on Page 19
Arvada Center’s latest production is on a world tour By Clarke Reader
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he Arvada Center will take audiences on a whirlwind world tour with its latest production of “Around the World in 80 Days.” The center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., is hosting the Creede Repertory Theatre’s presentation of Jules Verne’s classic story through Oct. 27. Performances will be 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 1 p.m. on Wednesdays and 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. “This is an adaptation, but there are whole sections and speeches right out of the novel, so most of us went through and read the book,” said director Charlie Oates. “There are a lot of obvious challenges, but that’s really exciting for me because the solutions are always going to be really theatrical.” The story focuses on Phileas Fogg (Dustin Bronson), a man stuck in a routine and mostly solitary life that leaves him with little contact with the outside world. His French valet Passepartout (Graham Ward) is the only person he really spends any time with. He is a member of the Reform Club in London, and when he gets into an argu-
ment about the validity of a new claim that it is possible to circle the world in 80 days, he finds himself taking a wager that put both WHAT: Creede’ Reperhis life and tory Theatre’s production money at risk. of “Around the World in 80 “The play Days” starts with WHERE: Arvada Center Fogg and his 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., daily routine, Arvada and it beWHEN: Through Oct. 27 comes obvi7:30 p.m. - Tuesdays ously that he through Saturdays has to change, 1 p.m. - Wednesdays that some2 p.m. - Saturdays and thing like Sundays. this trip has COST: $38 to $48 to happen,” INFORMATION: 720-898Bronson said. 7200 or www.arvadacenter. “He has all org this confidence, but once he goes on the trip, a lot of that gets stripped away, and you see him become more human.” Ward describes Passepartout as an everyman character, who either gloriously messes everything up or saves the day. “He’s extremely interested in the world around him, and has a childlike
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nature about him that makes him the opposite of Fogg,” Ward said. “You seem him as a really passionate, life-loving person.” Bronson said there are small moments throughout the show that really show how the two men actually respect each other, as different as they are. The numbers for the play are particularly astounding — 80 days to go around the world, with five actors playing 39 different characters over seven continents. Bronson is the only actor who plays just one character, since he’s on stage so much. “I like actors playing a lot of different characters,” Oates said. “It’s a vocal and acting skill that is really fun to exploit and work on.” Graham said that all the characters — and the fact their played by so few actors — makes the play more unique, and creates a much more collaborative experience for those involved. He added that after the shows audience members like to pick their favorite character from the 39 created on stage. Oates said that at the end, he hopes that audiences learn the importance of getting out of your house and seeing new things. “It’s an epic adventure,” Bronson added. “It relies a lot on the imagination of the audience, which I really enjoy.”
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Yellowstone’s neighbor is magical place Mention Yellowstone National Park and just about everyone has either been there or knows of its many natural wonders, including the most famous of all geysers, “Old Faithful.” Wildlife is another major draw, and it is one of the few places in the country where visitors may actually see wild, free-roaming grizzly bears and wolves. But resting just a few miles south of Yellowstone’s south entrance in Wyoming, via the John D. Rockefeller Jr. Memorial Parkway, lies another popular national park that is often overlooked by Yellowstone-bound visitors. It’s called Grand Teton National Park, and mid-September to early October is truly one of the best times of the year to experience this national treasure. Yellowstone and the Tetons share much in common, but are not the same. Each park has its own distinct features, and if you skip the Tetons you are missing some of the best Western outdoor grandeur in the National Park System. The jagged peaks of the Teton Range can be seen long before entering the park. Once inside the park there are a number of popular viewing areas — Oxbow Bend, Cottonwood Creek, the Snake River Overlook and Coulter Bay, to mention a few. As dawn approaches, photographers from all over will gather at these sites to capture the first rays of the sun as it slowly brings the majestic peaks of the Tetons to life. Elk, bison, pronghorn antelope and black and grizzly bears may be seen throughout the park. Moose, a park favorite, thrive in the valleys and are often seen feeding along the Snake River, and around the Oxbow Bend overlook area. Just one of a number of camping grounds in the park, and a good bet for moose watching, is the Gros Ventre Campground, just a dozen or so miles from the Town of Jackson. Nestled in the shadow of the Tetons and among the tall cottonwoods that line the Gros Ventre River, this spot provides all the makings for a great outdoor experience. Bears, moose and other wildlife can
usually be found along the Moose-Wilson Road near the south end of the park. In anticipation of the coming winter, bears will go on a feeding frenzy and gorge themselves in the numerous hawthorn and chokecherry berry bushes that line this stretch of roadway. Be prepared to face traffic jams and delays if a bear or moose is spotted. The road is narrow and will not accommodate many vehicles at a time, but who really cares? Jackson Lake, Jenny Lakes, the Snake River and numerous other waters in and around the park provide excellent fishing. These pristine waters also provide opportunities for canoeing, kayaking and other outdoor activities. Hiking trails and picnic areas abound. Mormon Row, near Antelope Flats, contains probably the most photographed barns in the country. With the Tetons rising in the background, these roughly 100-year-old-plus shelters are best seen and photographed with the morning sun. The Moulton Barn was featured in the Hollywood classic “Spencer’s Mountain,” starring Henry Fonda, and has graced the pages of many a magazine and Christmas card. There is just so much history here to see and enjoy. Timing is everything when it comes to catching the autumn colors, usually late September into early October. During the peak of the season, the countryside is ablaze with various shades of yellow, orange and red. It’s absolutely breathtaking and a good time to be there. Tony Lane, the former police chief of Castle Rock, is an avid outdoorsman and photographer.
Oxbow Bend is just one of many scenic overlooks in Grand Teton National Park that provide breathtaking views of the Teton Range and the autumn colors. Photos by Tony Lane
In anticipation of winter, this black bear gorges himself on the fall crop of berries along the Moose-Wilson Road in Grand Teton National Park. Moose sightings are also frequent along this stretch of roadway
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Pie bakeOFF Who will be the queen or king of pies this time? Do you have what it takes? The Northglenn Senior Center autumn pie bake-off is at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4, at 11801 Community Center Drive. Enter your pie for a chance to win prizes in this Festive Friday contest. After judging, everyone will sample the entries. Minimal cost if you are not entering a pie. RSVP at 303-450-8801 or go to the senior center. For people ages 55 and over.
historic Westminster Art District. Schmitt will do a free demonstration from 2-4 p.m. The gallery is open Wednesdays through Saturdays. Visit www.aarrivergallery.com or call 303-426-4114.
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CLOthiNg/tOy saLe A kids’ clothing and toy sale is planned 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4, and Saturday, Oct. 5, at Arvada United Methodist Church, 6750 Carr St., Arvada. Most clothing items are $1. Also for sale are toys, books, baby equipment and furniture. All proceeds benefit Kids’ Discovery Days Preschool. A minimal donation is necessary to shop.
art DisPLay The art of Susan Schmitt, creator of “Women I
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Might Have Known,” features paintings, prints, handmade dolls and greeting cards. The First Friday opening reception, including live music with Rick Iracki, is from 6-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4, at the Aar River Gallery, 3707 W. 73rd Ave., Westminster. The Second Saturday Art Walk is from 1-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, in the
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was two weeks, which in many cases put a mad crush on diner volumes, although the financial gains, in many cases, were well worth the effort. “A summer version of the event offers restaurants a lot of interesting serving and meal options,” said Richard Scharf, president and CEO of Visit Denver, the creator and organizer of DRW. “Restaurants will be able to offer outdoor dining and feature fresh Colorado produce. We anticipate that summer menus will be very different from the winter ones, and they will be able to showcase the farm-to-fork movement that is so popular in the state.” In 2013, a record 355 participating restaurants served 436,650 meals. For more information, go to www.denverrestaurantweek.com or www.eatdrinkdenver.com.
Cider Days coming in Lakewood
The 38th annual Cider Days returns to the Lakewood Cultural Center on the weekend of Oct. 5-6.
theater shOw Creative Revolution Theatre Company
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saturDay/OCt. 5 FaLL garDeNiNg Echter’s Garden Center, 5150 Garrison St., Arvada, offers a free fall gardening class, “Terrariums – Gardens Under Glass,” from 10-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 5. Terrariums add a lush element to your indoor décor. Discover how easy it is to bring the magic of these special gardens to your home. Our expert will demonstrate the range of containers, soil, plants and offer tips and techniques to create glorious gardens in glass. Registration not required unless noted. Call 303-424-7979 or visit www.echters.com for details. saturDay/OCt. 5
presents “Talk Radio” Oct. 4-7 and Oct. 10-12 at North Valley Tech Center, Suite C-1, Thornton. Tickets are on sale now; call 303-927-0101 or email creativerevolutiontheatre@gmail.com to reserve tickets. Showtimes are 7 p.m., except on Sunday, Oct. 6,
Charity riDe The fourth annual Jam the Damz Colorado Charity Ride is Saturday, Oct. 5. The ride, which offers 10K, 50K, 70K and 100K courses, benefits three area organizations that provide sports and recreation opportunities for individuals with
The center is at 801 S. Yarrow St. in Lakewood. Admission each day is $7 for adults and $4 for children, 3-12 years old. Saturday’s event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday will be from noon to 4 p.m. This fun event celebrates Lakewood’s agricultural heritage and offers live entertainment, demonstrations, cider tastings and food. On Oct. 6, the event will host a cider tasting at noon, sponsored by the newly formed Rocky Mountain Cider Association. There will be 20 ciders available at the tasting, including 14 from Colorado producers, which will be the largest collection of state-made ciders gathered in one place. Tickets for groups of four 2.5-ounce tasters of cider can be purchased for $5. Other ciders will be from producers in Montana, England, France, Spain and New Zealand. For more details, visit www.lakewood. org/CiderDays/.
The latest concept from chef/owner Nguyen is an eatery, which includes a bakery and market. Specialties include scratch-made pastries, artisan sandwiches and soups, salads, fresh pressed juices, and a coffee bar with monthly rotating beans, all with a focus on healthy options for those with allergies. Olive & Finch also will have handcrafted items for the table (linens, dishware), fine prepared foods for takeaway and will be providing curbside delivery, catering, boxed breakfast and lunches in addition to holiday menu planning/preparation.
Mary Nguyen’s new venture
The lovely and talented Mary Nguyen, who originally opened Parallel 17 at 1600 17th Ave., is concocting a new venture called Olive & Finch at 1552 E. 17th Ave. She also owns Street Kitchen Asian Bistro at the Villagio in the Inverness area.
disabilities and physical challenges (Craig Hospital, U.S. Handcycling and Adaptive Adventures). The ride is open to all ages and abilities / “disabilities” and experience levels and 90 percent of the ride will be on bike paths in the foothills surrounding Bear Creek Lake Park in Morrison. The route is moderate, rolling hills and features climbs over the Bear Creek and Chatfield reservoir dams. Registration fee is $55 per rider. Each rider is expected to raise or contribute an additional $45 minimum. Families and teams are encouraged to ride together. To register, or for more information, visit www.jamthedamz.org.
saturDay/OCt. 5 OrChiD grOwiNg Tired of outdoor plants? Want to transition to easy, indoor plants with flowers every bit as gorgeous as your outdoor blooms? Contrary to popular myth orchids are easy Your Week continues on Page 20
Overheard
Eavesdropping on a woman watching “Top Chef Masters”: “Chef Jen got robbed!” Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, businesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for Blacktie-Colorado.com. You can subscribe and read her columns (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) at www.pennyparker.blacktie-colorado.com. She can be reached at penny@blacktie-llc.com or at 303-619-5209.
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Book shares life of firefighter “Flames and Smoke Visible: A Fire Fighter’s Tale” By D.S. Lliteras Rainbow Ridge Books $17.95 / $21.95 Canada 196 pages The air conditioning is on. It’s been on a lot this summer because, without it, you’d probably melt. Yes, you’re hot, and we’re not talking Wow-You’reLooking-Good-Tonight hot. We’re talking about Sitting-In-Front-of-the-A/C-VentsJust-to-Survive hot. Whew! And you know, there’s one group of people who willingly spend hours, if needed, in a place that’s even hotter. In the new book “Flames and Smoke Visible” by D.S. Lliteras, you’ll read about one of them. While many people complain about work stress, D.S. Lliteras has a job that almost killed him: He’s a firefighter and, while on a fight, he was stricken by a heart attack. An EMS team – including some men he worked with – took him to a nearby hospital, where Lliteras spent a weekend recalling his job. For most workers, an 8 or 10-hour day is usual, but a firefighter may pull a “halftrick” (12 hours) or a “full-trick” (24 hours). He might spend that time at his home
station, or he might report as fill-in, which could mean assignment to a different job than he’d be used to doing. He might fight fires. She might perform CPR. Lliteras remembers a time when his shift included midwifery. No matter what a firefighter’s position, the “brass” could hit at any time, signaling an emergency. When that happens, everything in the firehouse is put on hold: hot meals go uneaten, showers untaken, bladders unemptied. A crew usually knows the nature of the emergency they’re facing when they leave the “apparatus floor” – but they rarely know its full extent. It may be a burning car, a fight made more urgent when someone is trapped in the front seat. It could be a house fire that needs “knocking down,” requiring team-
work, special equipment, and a deep trust in those who are fighting fire behind you. It could be a medical emergency, a domestic violence call, or a three-alarm conflagration. It could result in an extinguished fire, or “unwarranted guilt.” As Lliteras remembers all this, and as he gets some bad news from his doctor, he also recalls one thing about his job: “I loved it. God help me, I loved it.” At first, “Flames and Smoke Visible” starts out a little odd. Author D.S. Lliteras begins this skinny memoir with a major fire and an even more major heart attack. I wondered if his story could possibly continue with that level of excitement. I’m happy to say that it could, mostly. Like any job, firefighting has its down-time but Lliteras nicely mixes the quiet with the heart-pounding. He also includes a bit of comic relief (which is needed!) and some wonderfully warm moments that came as a welcome surprise in a story that otherwise seemed more thriller-like. Though this book surely could have used a glossary – there’s a lot of technical jargon in here and words that I’m not really sure really are words – I enjoyed it. I think that if you’re a firefighter, want to be one, or are proud of one you know, then “Flames and
Smoke Visible” will light you up. Book reviewer Teri Schlichenmeyer may be reached at bookwormsez@realaspen.
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to grow. Fantasy Orchids in Louisville is hosting a free growing class at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 5. Come see photos and living examples of the planet’s most varied flowering plant type. Afterward guests are welcome to explore the greenhouse. Saturday/oct. 5 Spaghetti palooza First Congregational Church of Eastlake will have its annual Spaghetti Palooza from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, at the church, 12630 Second St. The event benefits the Denver Fire Fighters Burn Foundation. The dinner includes spaghetti, meatballs or Italian sausage, salad, garlic bread, dessert and beverages. Take out dinners are available.
Visit www.eastlakecongregational.org or call 303-452-1681 for information about costs.
Monday/oct. 7 gerMany aS the European Union struggles with a variety of complex issues, many of them financial, Germany has emerged as a critical player in the development of economic policy for the region. Recent elections in Germany served as a referendum on how the German government, under the leadership of Angela Merkel, has performed in the eyes of Germans. Join Active Minds 1-3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, as we explore the role of Germany in the world as well as how the process of German reunification has evolved, especially given Merkel’s roots in the government of the former Communist East Germany. Program is at Sunrise at Flatirons, 400 Summit Blvd., Broomfield. RSVP at 303-466-2422.
Monday/oct. 7 to nov. 4
art exhibit The Paletteers Art Club is sponsoring an exhibit of original art works by their members Oct. 7 to Nov. 4 at Westminster City Hall, 4800 W. 92nd Ave., Westminster. The exhibit is open to the public 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday. The show will feature a variety of art mediums, styles, and prices. This is a chance to own an original piece of art by a local artist. tueSday/oct. 8 neighborhood Meeting Ward II will have a neighborhood meeting at 6:15 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, at the maintenance and operations building, 12301 Claude Court, Northglenn. Ward meetings are a chance for residents to communicate directly to
elected officials with questions, concerns or comments about the city and its government. For information, contact council member Joe Brown at 303-255-9166 or joebrown@northglenn. org or council member Leslie Carrico at 303-451-5046 or lcarrico@northglenn.org.
tueSday/oct. 8 lifetree café Is there one true religion? Or many? These questions will be discussed at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, “Only One Way to God? Can One Religion Really Have All the Answers?” features the filmed story of Valerie Winn, an American whose Your Week continues on Page 21
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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. 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.
Christ Church United Methodist, 690 Colorado Blvd., Denver; parking and entrance in the back. For information about the Denver Branch meetings, call Dorothy Miller at 303-814-2112 or email dorthy_miller@hotmail.com.
RaLston CReek Sertoma Club meets Thursdays at Panera Bread, 7739 Wadsworth, Arvada. Contact Ron Marquez at 303-457-0759 or Ron.Marquez@ ddrcco.com. Women’s Business Network meets 7:20-8:35 a.m. Thursdays at the Doubletree Hotel, 8773 Yates Drive in Westminster. For more information, call Michelle Mathiesen at 303-424-1207 or go online to www.wbncolorado.com. fRidays Caffeinated CaReeR Club meets
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.
8:15-10 a.m. Fridays at La Dolce Vita, 5756 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. An inspirational weekly job-search networking group, facilitated by a job-search expert. Bring business cards and a 60-second introduction. Typical attendance is more than 20 people, and the restaurant prefers that you order breakfast. RSVP recommended. For more information call CAREER-Magic at 303-424-5451. For directions, call Don Carver at 303420-1637.
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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.
Let’s find Serenity Al-Anon meets at
7 p.m. Thursdays at Park Center Office Building Room 104, 3489 W. 72nd Ave. For more information, go online to www.al-anon-co.org.
metRo noRth Chamber Leads Thursday group meets at 8 a.m. Thursdays at the Egg and I, 885 Thornton Parkway in Thornton. For more information, call Jim Johnson at 303-522-3608. one Business Connection meets 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays at Barker’s St., 2831 W. 120th Ave. in Westminster. For more information, call Michelle Mathiesen at 303-424-1207 or go online to www.wbncolorado.com. peRipheRaL neuRopathy
Support Group The Denver Branch meets from 3:30-5 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of every month at
als meets 7:30-9 a.m. Fridays at Indian Tree Golf Course, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. This club is for entrepreneurs, small-business owners, independent distributors and professional salespersons for business education, sales training, motivation, fun, food, and fellowship. Ticket price includes parking, breakfast buffet, program and chances to win door prizes and lottery tickets. Newcomers are welcome. Call Laura Nokes Lang at 303-428-9293.
sWing thRu’s Square Dance Club meets Fridays at the Victory Grange, 2025 Tower Road in Aurora. Singles, couples and youth are welcome. For more information, call 303-426-8986. moose Lodge 2166 dinners for
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spiritual journey led her to a Chinese village where she encountered an underground church. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Snacks and beverages are available. Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual coffeehouse-type setting. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@peacelutheran.net.
tuesday/oCt. 8 paying foR college Learn about paying for college, including establishing a savings goal, savings strategies and the features and benefits of 529 college savings plans, at a free workshop at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. You also will learn to develop your prosperity picture using a five-step system to manage your money, design your life and create your future. Register in advance by contacting Jeanette Sánchez at 303-4508935 or jsanchez@northglenn.org. tuesday/oCt. 8, Wednesday/oCt. 9 Just BLue? Are you just blue or is something really eating at you? Stop by a free informational table from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, or Wednesday, Oct. 9, at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Take a quick stress test and learn about options for good mental health from professional counselors from Jefferson Centers for Mental Health’s SeniorReach. Call 303-425-9583. Wednesday/oCt. 9 aLteRnatiVe mediCine A free overview of alternative medicine, which will address homeopathy, herbs, chiropractors, acupuncture, massage therapy, essential
oils and the body’s electromagnetic field, is offered 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Presentation will include personal examples of effective outcomes for maladies that defied conventional treatment. Register in advance by contacting Jeanette Sánchez at 303-450-8935 or jsanchez@northglenn.org.
Wednesday/oCt. 9 tRaVeL fiLm Take a tour of Scotland by watching “Misty Isles of Scotland” at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, 11801 Community Center Drive, Northglenn. In the film, a basket weaver will charm you as will a wool knitter on Skye and a tweed weaver on Lewis. Those with an archeological bent will be amazed at the many stone circles, brochs and burial mounds that you can explore without constraint. Filmmaker Tom Sterling will be on hand to narrate his movie. Call 303-450-8800. Wednesday/oCt. 9
Anastasia Remmes who will speak on “From Isolation to Intimacy.” For reservations, call Andrea at 303-485-5888 or email dennorthsuburban@aol.com. Please include the name(s) of your guest(s) and the names and ages of children that you will need to have cared for in our complimentary nursery.
Wednesday/oCt. 9, oCt. 23, Jan. 25, feB. 19, maRCh 12, apRiL 2 tRaVeL fiLms A series of hosted travel films is presented at the D.L. Parsons Theatre inside the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Tour guides are professional film makers who personally narrate their films. Shows begin at 10:30 a.m. and include a 15-minute intermission with refreshments. Individual and season tickets are available. Call 303-450-8800 for information and reservations. Schedule of films: oCt. 9: Misty Isles of Scotland, by Tom Sterling. oCt. 23: The Silk Road, by Marlin Darrah. Jan. 15: Lure and Lore of Deserts, by Sandy Mortimer
BLood dRiVe Church Ranch Office Park community
feB. 19: Taiwan, by Buddy Hatton
blood drive is from 10-11:40 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, inside Bonfils’ mobile bus at 7237 Church Ranch Blvd., Westminster. For information, or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils.org.
apRiL 2: Eastern Canada RV Adventure, by John Holod and Jodie Ginter
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Women’s LunCheon Denver North Suburban Christian Women’s Connection plans a Country Fair Luncheon 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, at The Chateaux at Fox Meadows, 13600 Xavier Lane. You will have a chance to shop for gift baskets, homemade baked goods, holiday decoration and many other items. It is or annual fundraiser to support the work of Stonecroft Ministries. We will also feature an inspirational talk by
spaCe expLoReRs Get ready to explore the final frontier at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, at the D.L. Parsons Theatre, 11801 Community Center Drive, Northglenn. Learn about rockets, planets, aliens, rovers, astronauts, space stations, meteors and more. Geared toward
maRCh 12: Majestic Montana, by Steve Gonser
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satuRdays noRth suBuRBan Republican Forum meets 9:45-11:15 a.m. the second Saturday of the month at Anythink, Huron St. Community Room, 9417 Huron St. in Thornton. Admission is $3 and includes a continental breakfast. Meet like-minded people and discuss Colorado political issues. What you Want to Be AFG Al-Anon meets at 9:30 a.m. Saturdays at Kaiser Permanente Hospital in the Richard P. Young Room, 11245 Huron St. For more information, go online to www. al-anon-co.org. sundays hoW afg Works Book Study Al-Anon meets at 9 a.m. Sundays at Park Center Office Building, Room 104, 3489 W. 72nd Ave. For more information, go online to www.al-anon-co.org. miLe high Harmonica Club meets 1:30 -3:30 p.m. the second and fourth Sundays of the month at Grant Avenue Community Center, 216 S. Grant St. in Denver. thoRnton VfW Post 7945 meets 8:30 -11 a.m. Sundays at 10217 Quivas St. in Thornton. Admission is $5 for breakfast. For more information, call 303-438-6700. yoga foR Survivors Whether you’re a
longtime cancer survivor, in treatment or a caregiver to a cancer survivor, Yoga for Cancer Survivors & Caregivers is a great way to live more comfortably in your own body. Benefits include decreased stress and pain, improved sleep and energy, improved lymphatic flow, reduced nausea and a greater sense of well-being. Class led by Shari Turney, a registered yoga instructor with specialized training through Yoga for Survivors. Class offered from 1:30-2:45 p.m. Sundays at Duncan Family YMCA, 6350 Eldridge St., Arvada. Contact Turney at 720-319-3703 or szturney@
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Scare up Some
SPOOKY TREATS By Metro Creative Connection
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alloween parties are commonplace. Full of frightful decorations and spooky lighting, a good Halloween party also features food that plays up the theme of the evening. Therefore, Halloween party hosts will need to get creative with the type of foods they serve to ensure a “spook-tacular” time. With a little ingenuity, otherwise mundane foods can be transformed into something worthy of a second look. Here are some creative ways to turn ordinary food items into Halloween-inspired fare for your next get-together.
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Pumpkin Ice Cream Recipe Ingredients -1 cup canned pumpkin -1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
-1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened -Gingersnaps, optional
Ghosts in the Pumpkin Patch
Using bananas and clementines or small oranges, you can create the appearance of ghosts haunting a field of pumpkins. Peel both the oranges and the bananas and place small chocolate chips into the rounded “head” of the banana to create a ghost face. Use a piece of green gummy candy or something that will hold its shape to create “stems” for the orange pumpkins. Place the ghosts and pumpkins on a platter or in a bowl for a healthy and festive snack.
Witches’ Brew
Create a punch recipe that bubbles and looks like a witch’s evil concoction. Put two quarts of lime sherbet for a green punch (or orange sherbet if you prefer an orange punch) in a punch bowl. Add a two-liter bottle of ginger ale and one can of pineapple juice. Feel free to float “eyeball” peeled grapes or gummy worms in the brew for a more authentic effect. If available, add a piece of dry ice to the punch so it bubbles and fizzes.
Sugar Spiderwebs
Spiders and their sticky webs go hand-in-hand with Halloween. Create spiderwebs that can be used to adorn cookies and cupcakes and give them an extra scary flair. Use a template of a spiderweb and place this template under a piece of waxed paper to serve as your guide. Use store-bought or homemade royal icing to pipe out the shape of the spiderweb on top of the waxed paper. Allow to dry until completely hardened, then peel off the paper. Repeat the process for as many spiderwebs as you need. You can use these spiderwebs as garnish for a variety of baked goods, or they can be eaten on their own.
Directions In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin and pie spice until well blended. Stir in ice cream. Freeze until serving. Garnish with gingersnaps if desired. Yield: 4-6 servings.
Autumn Stew Recipe -1/2 cup all-purpose flour -1/2 teaspoon salt -1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided -2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes -2 tablespoons butter
Ingredients -2 tablespoons canola oil -1 large onion, chopped -2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced -3 medium carrots, thinly sliced -2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
-4 cups water -1 to 2 Spice Islands Bay Leaves -1 to 2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules -1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme -3 cups cubed peeled pumpkin
Directions 1. In a large resealable plastic thyme and remaining pepper. Bring to a boil. bag, combine the flour, salt 3. Reduce heat; cover and simand 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add meat, a few pieces at a time, mer for 1-1/4 hours. and shake to coat. 4. Stir in pumpkin. Return to 2. In a Dutch oven, brown meat a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minin oil and butter. Add onion and utes or until meat and pumpgarlic; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the carrots, celkin are tender. Discard bay ery, water, bay leaves, bouillon, leaves. Yield: 9 servings.
Super Quick Chili Bites
Ingredients -2 pounds lean ground pepper and onion -2 (16-oz.) cans small beef red beans -2 tablespoons chili powder -2 (8-oz.) cans tomato -1 tablespoon Creole sauce seasoning -1 teaspoon ground **Toppings: shredded Cheddar cheese, sliced cumin -2 (16-oz.) cans diced green onions, diced tomatoes with green tomatoes Preparation 1. Put brown beef in a Dutch oven over mediumhigh heat, stirring often, 6 to 8 minutes or until beef crumbles and is no longer pink; drain well. Return beef to Dutch oven; sprinkle with chili powder, Creole seasoning, and cumin, and sauté 1 minute. 2. Stir in diced tomatoes and next 2 ingredients, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes. Serve with toppings.
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kindergarten to third grade children. Call 303-450-8800
for tickets.
Thursday/Oct. 10 Caregiver seminar Stuck in the Middle is presenting a half-day community caregiver awareness seminar at 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, at Silverado Senior Living, 6447 Quail St., Arvada. As our population ages, more and more caregivers are created, and most family members are not prepared for this most difficult job. Seven presenters who are professionals in their field will be at the seminar to help you prepare for the journey of caregiving. Cost, which may be paid in cash at time of check-in, includes refreshments and lunch. Reservations required; call 303-204-5149. Seating is limited. Adult day care provided by Silverado staff at no cost. Activities, refreshments and lunch included. Reservations required; notify reservationist when registering for seminar attendance. Stuck in the Middle is a social support group for caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s, dementia and related illnesses. Thursday/Oct. 10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12, Jan. 9, Feb. 13, March 13 Membership meeting American Legion Post 161 has
monthly membership meetings at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12, Jan. 9, Feb. 13, March 13 at 60th Avenue and Lamar Street. The group gets veterans to help veterans.
Coming Soon Coming Soon/Oct. 11 Variety show Friends of Broomfield plans a night of entertainment as program participants share their many talents in a Friends Variety Show, 7-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11, at the Broomfield Auditorium, 3 Community Park Road, Broomfield. The theme is “Keeping it Reel: A Night at the Movies.” A donation is suggested. Contact Molly Coufal, evening/social program director, at info@friendsofbroomfield.org or call 303-404-0123. Coming Soon/Oct. 11-27 Theater show The Player’s Guild at the Festival Playhouse presents “Trick or Treat” from Oct. 11-27 at 5665 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Appropriate for all ages, show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays. Call 303-422-4090 or go to www.festivalplayhouse.com for tickets and more details. Come in costume and win a prize. Coming Soon/Oct. 12 Scarecrow festival Olde Town Arvada will be transformed with scarecrows of all shapes and sizes from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12. The annual scarecrow festival is free and include activities for all ages and interests. Businesses, individuals, schools or organizations can enter a decorated scarecrow. Application and entry fee information is available at www.historicarvada.org or by calling the Historic Olde Town Arvada at 303-420-6100. The decorated pumpkin contest also returns; applications can be found at www.arvadafestivals.com. Pumpkins will be sold, and proceeds will benefit the Arvada Community Food Bank. Coming Soon/Oct. 12 Oktoberfest Win the Battle presents Oktoberfest, a silent auction and raffle, from 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at Village at Five Parks Depot, 13810 W. 85th Drive, Arvada. Tickets for sale online at www.winthebattle.org and includes light dinner, wine and beer tasting. Items available for auction include an iPad mini, flat screen TV, coffeemaker, gift certificates, gift baskets and more. Coming Soon/Oct. 12 Babysitting class First-time babysitters ages 11-13 can learn everything they need to know when responsible for young children. Class is offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Skills covered include CPR, first aid, growth and development, safety, feeding, discipline, diapering and bathing. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/ recxpress to register. Coming Soon/Oct. 12 Fright Fest Children ages 11-18 are invited to take a trip to Elitch Gardens and its Fright Fest as part of the Recreational Alternative Programming series. Outing lasts from 1:45-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12. Meet at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/recxpress to register. Coming Soon/Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Feb. 8 Mayor candidates North Suburban Republican Forum will meet 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 14 at the Grill at Legacy Ridge Golf Course, 10801 Legacy Ridge Parkway, Westminster. This month, the group will welcome Westminster mayor candidates. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. A continental breakfast with pastries, fruit, coffee and juice is included in admission cost. Upcoming forum events include city council and board of education candidates on Oct. 12; Adams County sheriff candidates on Nov. 9; end of year review on Dec. 14; Colorado governor candidates on Jan. 11; and U.S. Senate candidates on Feb. 8. Visit www.NorthSuburbanRepublicanForum.org. Coming Soon/Oct. 12 Shred-A-Thon The Arvada Police invites residents to protect their identity and personal information by taking part in the annual Shred-A-Thon from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 12, in the parking lot at the Arvada Center for the Arts & Humani-
ties, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. Arvada Police partners with Shred-it to safely destroy documents containing personal information. Resident and businesses can bring up to three boxes or three bags of documents. The event is free, but donations are welcomed. Proceeds benefit the W. Michael Northey Foundation, which provides scholarships to local high school students who want to pursue a higher education degree. Area high school students and Arvada Police Explorers will be on hand to assist with unloading items.
Dogtober Fest Foothills Animal Shelter plans Dogtober Fest, during which all adoptions of dogs 6 months and older will be 50 percent off from Oct. 1-31. Included in all adoptions are spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchip, and health check. Visit www.FoothillsAnimalShelter.org/Adopt.
Coming Soon/Oct. 12, Oct. 26
Recurring/Through Nov. 5
Seed picking The Jefferson County Nature Association needs volunteers to pick seeds to enhance Rocky Flats. Picking will happen from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sept. 21, Oct. 12 and Oct. 26. Learn about prairie ecology in a lovely setting northwest of Denver near State Highways 72 and 93. Sign up and register by the Thursday before each pick. Go to http://tinyurl.com/SeedPick2013 to get details, and share your email to get pick site directions and free lunch. Signed waiver required (if younger than 18, waiver must be signed by parent). For large groups, kids or questions, email Jean (djt_co@yahoo.com) or Paul (pdkilburn@msn.com).
Italian classes Beginners can learn to speak, read and write in Italian at classes from 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays from Sept. 10 to Nov. 5 at the Westminster City Park Rec Center. Instructor was born and raised speaking Italian. Call Paola Whitcomb, 303463-6021, for information on costs and to sign up.
Coming Soon/Oct. 13 Safety fair First Congregational Church of Eastlake will host a fire prevention and safety fair from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13, at 12630 Second St. The fair is co-hosted by the Thornton Fire Department. The fair will include several educational and informational stations including AED and resuscitation demonstrations, fire safety tips and facts, fire extinguisher information, kid’s fire safety activities and a spin the wheel game to test your fire safety knowledge with prizes. A snack bar and door prizes will also be available. Attendees who qualify can sign up for free smoke detectors and batteries. Those participating can also sign up for a CPR class the church is hosting on Oct. 26 (limited space available). Visit www. eastlakecongregational.org or call 303-452-1681. Coming Soon/Oct. 14 Ribbon cutting Adventurer’s Quarter, a new game store in Arvada, will have a ribbon cutting ceremony at 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14. The store’s address is 5777 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., R500, Arvada.
to all students in sixth to 12th grades. Email bellbottoms809@ gmail.com.
Recurring/Through Oct. 31
Recurring/Through Dec. 1 Playwriting initiative The Denver Center for the Performing Arts is launching a new playwriting initiative for Colorado high schools students. The center will first send professional playwrights into high school English, language arts and drama classes to provide workshops in writing a one-act play. Then, the program will host a statewide competition for original one-act plays written by high school students. The plays, which are accepted from Oct. 1 to Dec. 1, will be judged blindly by Denver Center professionals. The competition will result in 10 semifinalists, three finalists and one winner. For a full timeline and rules, visit denvercenter.org/playwright or contact academy@dcpa.org. Recurring/Through April 30 Quilt donations The Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum is asking for donations of new quilts to benefit flood victims. Quilts must be made of 100 percent cotton fabric, and twin, full and queen sizes are needed. Deliver donations from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday to the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, 1213 Washington Ave., Golden; or from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday at the museum office, 651 Corporate Circle, Suite 102, Golden. Donations will be taken through April 30, 2014. Call 303-277-0377.
Looking Ahead
Coming Soon/Oct. 14
Looking Ahead/Oct. 18-19, Oct. 25-26
Mayor’s coffee Northglenn’s Coffee with the Mayor is
Murder mystery Colorado ACTS presents a friends and
a chance to talk with Joyce Downing and learn about new developments in the city. Meet at 8:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 14, at Atlanta Bread in the Northglenn Marketplace. Call 303-4508713 for more information.
family production of “Murder at the Starlight Lounge,” a traveling production of a classic radio murder mystery. Show times are 7 p.m. Oct. 18-19, 25-26 at 9460 W. 58th Ave., Arvada. Call 303-456-6772 or visit www.coloradoacts.org.
Coming Soon/Oct. 15
Looking Ahead/Oct. 19
Blood drive Ten West at Westmoor Technology Park community blood drive is from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, inside the Seminar Room in the Westmoor Technology Park, 10155 Westmoor Drive, Westminster. For information, or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils.org.
Charity luncheon Alpha Xi Delta alumnae present their annual fundraising Sweet Charity Affair and Luncheon from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at Calvary Baptist Church, 6500 E. Girard, Denver. Money from this bake sale, silent auction, live auction, art boutique and luncheon (catered by Taste of the Season) will go to projects such as Autism Speaks, the Boys and Girls Club of Denver, FACES (Family Advocacy, Care, Education, Support) and the Family Crisis Center. To purchase tickets, contact Barbara Vietti, 6242 W. Coal Mine Place, Littleton, CO 80128; bvietti@comcast.net or 303-979-7561. Tickets purchased by mail can be picked up at the door upon your arrival.
Coming Soon/Oct. 15 Painting party Gallery on the Go presents a painting party for kids ages 6-15 from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. All the supplies are included, as well as a drink and a snack. Participants will work on a new painting that can be brought home. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/ recxpress to register. Coming Soon/Oct. 15 Blood drive Front Range Community College community blood drive is from 10-10:40 a.m. and noon to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, inside Bonfils’ mobile bus at 3645 W. 112th Ave., Westminster. For information, or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300 or visit www.bonfils.org. Coming Soon/Oct. 16 The River Nile Flowing through 11 countries and for more than 4,000 miles, many regard the Nile as the most important river in the world because of its role in the development of ancient civilizations. Join Active Minds from 1:45-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, as we explore this great river, visiting its winding path through history as well as its current relevance in the world. Program is free and takes place at Covenant Village of Colorado, 9153 Yarrow St., Westminster. RSVP at 303-515-6351.
Recurring Events Dog trainer Become a dog trainer with Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue, using behavior science, holistic approaches and positive reinforcement techniques tailored to each individual dog, pet parent and specific situation. Learn to evaluate behavior, design exercises, coach humans, handle dogs, deliver presentations, and resolve and prevent a variety of behavior problems. Classes in Denver and Lakewood. request an application at mishamayfoundation@gmail.com. Contact mishamayfoundation@gmail.com or call 303-239-0382 for information. Women’s networking group in Arvada has openings for women in business who can commit to a weekly Wednesday morning meeting. One member per business category. Contact Info@OurConnection.org or call 303- 438-6783. 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
Looking Ahead/Oct. 19 Child safety Pro Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram presents a John Walsh endorsed child safety program from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at 1800 W. 104th Ave., Thornton. The free program will include free FBI certified next generation PALM prints, FBI certified fingerprints, a digital photography and a child safety journal. Call 866-353-2353 for more details. Looking Ahead/Oct. 19 Genealogy program Join certified genealogist Carol Darrow at College Hill Library to search your family history Oct. 19. There will be two sessions: from 1:30-3 p.m. and from 3-4:30 p.m. Registration is required; call the Westminster Public Library at College Hill at 303-658-2603. Beginners are welcome;
assistance will be provided. Bring the names of your grandparents and their locations in 1930 and 1940. This free event is sponsored by the Westminster Historical Society. See www. westminsterhistory@qwestoffice.net for information.
Looking Ahead/Oct. 25 Fun fest The Pinnacle Charter School plans its first Fun Fest from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25, at 1001 W. 84th Ave., Federal Heights. Parents pay just one price for children to play unlimited games. There is food, popcorn, cotton candy, drinks, and lots of fun. Visit www.pinnaclecsi.org. Looking Ahead/Oct. 26 Blood drive Sun Harley Davidson/Buell community blood drive is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, inside Bonfils’ mobile bus at 8858 N. Pearl St., Thornton. For information, or to schedule an appointment, contact Bonfils’ Appointment Center at 303-363-2300, visit www.bonfils.org or contact Debbie Ferguson at df@sunpowersports.com. Looking Ahead/Oct. 26 History programs W.I.S.E. (Wales. Ireland. Scotland. England.) Family History Society presents the Colorado Irish, by James Walsh, at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 26. Walsh’s presentation will focus on the roots of the Colorado Irish, where they came from in Ireland and North America, where they settled in Colorado and what they contributed to our state’s history. The Colorado Irish will also be placed into a national and international context, relating them to the wider story of the Irish diaspora. Both programs are at the Central Denver Public Library, 10 W. Fourteenth Avenue Parkway, in the 7th floor training room. Visit www.wise-fhs.org. Looking Ahead/Oct. 27 Haunted hangar Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum will transform into a Haunted Hangar from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27. Enter the space and alien costume contest, fill up your goody bag with treats, pose for a photo with your favorite Star Wars of sci-fi character, watch robot demonstrations, and more. All activities are included with admission; members are admitted free. Wings Over the Rockies is in the historic Lowry Air Force Base Hangar No. 1 near Alameda and Quebec. Visit www.WingsMuseum.org, call 303-360-5360 ext. 105, or email info@WingsMuseum.org. Looking Ahead/Oct. 27 Holocaust lecture The 11th Annual Fred Marcus Memorial Holocaust Lecture is at 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, in the Elaine Wolf Theatre, Jewish Community Center, 350 S. Dahlia St., Denver. Sponsored by the Holocaust Awareness Institute at DU’s Center for Judaic Studies in cooperation with the MACC at the JCC’s JAAMM Festival. Dr. Stephen D. Smith, executive director of the Shoah Foundation, will speak on “Testimony and Technology.” Reservations required. Visit www.maccjcc.org/jaamm or call 303-316-6360. Looking Ahead/Oct. 28 Medicare 101 Is Medicare a mystery to you? Learn the basics of Medicare and what resources to turn to as you maneuver the Medicare maze at a program from 7-8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28, presented by State Health Insurance Program at Centura, underwritten by Centura Health LINKS. Program is free, but please register in advance at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Call 303-425-9583. Looking Ahead/Oct. 31, Nov. 14 Night out Friends of Broomfield plans Friends Nights Out for adults with developmental disabilities through the rest of the year. The Friends Halloween Party is from 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31, at the Friends new building, 11851 Saulsbury St., Broomfield. Register by Monday, Oct. 28. The Nov. 14 Friends night is a dinner out at My Pie, 6-8:30 p.m. Meet at Friends new building, and register by Monday, Nov. 11. The final night out of the year is 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12. The Friends will have a holiday party at its new building. Register by Monday, Dec. 9. Contact Molly Coufal, evening/social program director, at info@ friendsofbroomfield.org or call 303-404-0123. Looking Ahead/Nov. 1
ADAMS COUNTY RESIDENTS BE A PART OF YOUR COUNTY GOVERNMENT! TOWN HALL MEETING
Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2013 - 6:30 - 8 p.m. D. L. Parsons Theatre at the Northglenn Recreation Center 11801 Community Center Drive, Northglenn, CO 80233 Come meet your county commissioners and learn more about: • Open Space & Parks • Opportunities for Job Seekers • Regional Transportation Update • Adams County Animal Shelter/Adoption Center • Q&A With Your County Commissioners
For more information, contact Neighborhood Services at 720.523.6880. Eva J. Henry District 1
Charles “Chaz” Tedesco District 2
Erik Hansen District 3
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Rural road deaths show limits on help Sparse services tied to high fatality rates By Kevin Vaughan
I-News at Rocky Mountain PBS A car swerves across the centerline and slams into you head-on in a sickening thud, a spray of glass, an exploding air bag. You’re alive, but you’re hurt and you need help — fast. Someone calls 911. Who comes to render aid, how much training and experience they have, and even how long it takes them to arrive will vary drastically, depending on where you are in Colorado. So will your chances of living or dying. That’s because in emergency medicine, minutes matter. And Colorado is a state with 82 percent of its 5.2 million people concentrated along the Front Range from Fort Collins to Pueblo. It’s also a state with vast sweeps of rural land, including three of the nation’s 15 least-populous counties. Those realities have spawned a patchwork emergency medical system where a wide disparity exists between the on-the-ground care you could expect along a rural highway and what you would see along the urban Front Range. It’s a state with dead zones, where no dedicated ambulance service exists. And it’s a state where many rural communities are fighting to maintain even a basic emergency medical service. “We struggle day in and day out,” said Sue Kern, the emergency medical system coordinator and coroner in Cheyenne County on Colorado’s eastern plains. She is also the director of nursing at Keefe Memorial Hospital in Cheyenne Wells, just 18 miles from the Kansas border.
Fewer people, higher risk
I-News examined 10 years of traffic fatality data, compiled by the Colorado Department of Transportation, and then compared it with the average population in each county over a decade — calculating a rate equal to the number of deaths per 10,000 residents in road crashes. The five counties with the highest rate of traffic fatalities — Mineral, Cheyenne, San Juan, Kiowa and Baca — are all small, remote counties, and four of them lost population in the first decade of the 21st century. Two of them are among the three Colorado counties with fewer than 1,000 residents. On the flip side, the five counties with the lowest rate of traffic deaths — Arapahoe, Boulder, Jefferson, Douglas and Denver — are in the highly populated Denver metro area. A new report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that 55 percent of those who died in road crashes in 2011 lost their lives in rural areas, while only 19 percent of the population lived in rural areas. In Colorado, 51 percent of those who died in 2011 crashes perished on rural roads, according to the same report. Part of this disparity is the result of geography. Part is the result of philosophy — emergency care is concentrated where the most people live. And part is an outgrowth of Colorado’s long history of “local control” — where local officials figure out how best to care for those who suffer lifethreatening traumatic injuries. Also, many rural areas are served by volunteers whose dedication is not in question but whose training and experience may pale compared to their urban counterparts.
Response time is crucial
Cars drive along Highway 285 in the Inter-Canyon Fire Protection District in Jefferson County southwest of Denver. About 50 volunteer firefighters averages one call per day in this 55-square-mile section of mountainous and heavily forested land and the majority of those calls are medical emergencies. Thirty miles away at Denver Health, a Level 1 regional trauma center, 130 full-time paramedics and 24 EMT’s answer about 100,000 calls per year. Photo by I-News at Rocky Mountain PBS
said Randy Kuykendall, interim director of the state’s emergency medical system. “If you live in rural Colorado, it’s longer, and it’s a day-to-day struggle.” Kuykendall acknowledged that no one from the state has tried to determine exactly which areas fall into an emergency ambulance no-man’s-land — places where there is no contracted ambulance service. As it stands now, neighboring agencies respond into those areas. But none of that matters when you’re injured. Minutes matter. “The ‘Golden Hour’ is a real thing,” said Dr. Gregory Jurkovich, chief of surgery at Denver Health Medical Center. “The concept is valid — you have a limited amount of time before you’ve lost your opportunity to save someone’s life.” Get hit head-on Denver’s Federal Boulevard, and you can expect that an ambulance operated by Denver Health will arrive in a matter of minutes, two highly trained paramedics on board. Get hit head-on in Poudre Canyon west of Fort Collins, and it’s likely to be a very different experience. First, you have to find a phone in an area with no cell service, said Bill Sears, president of the board of the Poudre Canyon Fire Protection District. “In the lower part of the canyon, a couple of our volunteers work close, in the western part of Fort Collins, and they’re close enough that they can respond into the lower canyon in about — worst case is about half an hour,” Sears said. “If you’re bleeding to death, of course, that’s no consolation. But that’s the reality of being out in the boondocks.” The backbone of Colorado’s on-the-ground emergency medical system is a patchwork of ambulances operated by more than 225 individual organizations — cities, hospitals, ambulance districts, fire districts, private companies — and the emergency medical technicians and paramedics who staff them.
“If you live in urban Colorado, the response is quick,”
MetroNorth Worship Directory St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELCA)
Worship: 8:00 & 10:45 am Sunday School: 9:30 am 11040 Colorado Blvd.
(across from Thornton Rec. Center)
303-457-2476 www.stjohns05@gmail.com
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America 8:00 & 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m. Wednesday Night:
All are invited to join in celebrating Christ’s love as we Worship, Learn, and Serve.
Traditional Worship Services with Holy Communion Children’s Church offered during the sermon Faith Formation Hour (All Ages) Contemporary Worship with Holy Communion Wednesday 360 is a weekly opportunity for dinner, worship, music, Kid’s Club, Parenting Workshops, and Faith Formation for all Ages.
121st & Lowell Blvd. • Broomfield •303-469-4004 • www.cross-of-christ.org
Northglenn United Methodist Church We invite you to join us in worship on Sundays. An inspirational traditional service is offered at 9 AM on Sunday.
There are choirs for every age and musical ability. Small group fellowships that meet weekly and monthly, a licensed pre-school program with a record of 39 plus years of excellence. As well as a Sunday school program for children, youth and adults.
We are located at 1605 W. 106th Ave., Northglenn.
For more information about church and all other services offered, feel free to contact us at 303-452-5120. See You There!
Risen Savior Lutheran Church 3031 W. 144 Ave. - Broomfield • 303-469-3521 or www.rslc.org th
Come worship with us!
Sunday Worship 8:00 am, 9:30 am & 11:00 am
Sunday School & Adult Classes
Starting, Sunday, September 8th we would like to invite you to a new contemporary worship service in Northglenn. If you are looking for a contemporary Christian worship service that is welcoming, comfortable, upbeat, and relevant without getting lost in the crowd, please join us at 10:30 am every Sunday morning at 1605 W. 106th Ave. in Northglenn, 80234 for “GO4TH.” We are a caring, inviting, and service oriented church family that wants to “GO4TH” and make a difference. Please join us!
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Training levels differ sharply
Colorado is one of two states — California is the other — that leave it to counties to license ambulance providers. And while the work of all those different organizations is coordinated by the state through 11 regional councils, there is no statewide oversight of such benchmarks as mandated response times. Those seriously or critically injured are treated at a system of designated trauma centers, from Level 1, where the most grievously hurt are taken, to Level 5. But in one part of the system after another, there are dramatic differences between the available care in urban and rural areas. All three of the state’s existing Level 1 trauma centers are in the Denver area — Denver Health Medical Center, Swedish Medical Center and St. Anthony Hospital. And in much of rural Colorado, the wounded are likely to be treated by volunteer emergency medical technicians, who have to leave homes or jobs, respond to the garage where the ambulance is parked, and then speed to an accident scene. Those EMTs — while highly dedicated — may initially have as little as 150 to 200 hours of training. Paramedics — such as those who staff all of the Denver Health emergency ambulances — have at least 1,500 hours of training. Privately operated medical helicopters exist, but they are largely clustered along the Front Range — and often they aren’t called until initial responders have gotten to a scene and assessed the injured. One area where the playing field has been leveled in recent years is equipment. Thanks to a $2 charge on each motor vehicle registration, the state has about $7.5 million a year to assist local jurisdictions as they need to update their equipment and train their members.
No requirement for service
At the same time, there is nothing in Colorado law that obligates anyone to provide emergency medical services. “We provide advanced life support ambulance service,” said Tim Rossette, deputy chief of the Kiowa Fire Protection District in Elbert County, “but if my board decides to stop providing that service, they can do that and there’s nobody that’s required to come in and fill that void.” Dwindling population in many rural counties makes it difficult for local organizations to raise money from a shrinking tax base or find volunteers willing to give up hours at a time for no pay. Dramatically changing Colorado’s system would probably require a major infusion of money — most likely through taxes or fees or a combination of the two. One state that has built such a system is Maryland. Motorists there pay $14.50 a year in vehicle registration fees dedicated to the state’s emergency medical system. The fee generates roughly $55 million a year, and it funds a fleet of seven medical helicopters based around the state and operated by the state police. All operating expenses are covered by the vehicle registration fees, which also support the state’s EMS certification system and pay for a statewide medical communications system. According to the same federal report, 35 percent of those who died in auto crashes in Maryland in 2011 were on rural roads. But even people in the Colorado system question whether there’s value in dramatically increasing funding in rural areas for a relatively small number of calls. In southwestern Colorado’s Hinsdale County — where the Continental Divide crosses twice — EMS director Jerry Gray said people simply have to accept that emergency response in rural Colorado is different from urban Colorado. I-News is the public service journalism arm of Rocky Mountain PBS. For more information, go to inewsnetwork. org or 303-446-4932. Reporter Burt Hubbard contributed to this report.
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much-needed triumph
Academy quarterback Devan Caswell runs the ball during the homecoming game Sept. 28 against Pinnacle at North Stadium. Photos by Kate Ferraro
Academy defeats rival in homecoming game Pinnacle still winless for season By Kate Ferraro
kferraro@ourcoloradonews.com After breaking his finger during a game against Sheridan, The Academy quarterback Joey Ray was unable to compete in the homecoming game against Pinnacle Sept. 28 at North Stadium. But it didn’t matter, because his replacement helped the team to a muchneeded triumph. Junior Devan Caswell, who usually plays running back, stepped up on the Wildcats’ homecoming day, scoring two touchdowns and one two-point conversion, assisting his team to a close 32-29 victory. “He did a great job for us,” Academy head coach Park Vogel said. “He’s young; it was his first time playing quarterback so I thought he did a pretty good job.” Pinnacle didn’t make the defeat easy for The Academy. The Timberwolves were on the Wildcats’ back the whole way. Caswell ran in the first touchdown of the game in the first quarter, while Academy’s J.J. Pita completed a twopoint conversion. Pinnacle answered right back with a touchdown and twopoint conversion of their own, tying the game at eight points apiece. The Timberwolves scored twice within three minutes in the second quarter, completing the point-after-touchdown only once, taking the 21-8 lead.
Wide receiver J.J. Pita breaks through a tackle during a game against Pinnacle Sept. 28 at North Stadium Running back Anthony Ramirez runs toward the endzone during a game against Pinnacle Sept. 28 at North Stadium. The Academy running back Zach Morgan scored just a few minutes before halftime, tightening the score to 21-16 after successfully completing another two-point conversion. “We’ve got to correct all our mistakes,” Vogel said. “We had a bushel full of mistakes. We do something good then give it back. We need to tighten up our blocking.” With one minute 30 seconds left in the half, Pita intercepted the ball from Pinnacle quarterback Hector Venegas.
The Academy pushed the ball downfield until 23 seconds left in the half when Caswell ran the ball in for his second touchdown of the day. Pita completed the two-point conversion for the 24-21 lead at halftime. Wide receiver Anthony Ramirez sealed the deal for The Academy scoring their final touchdown of the day, plus a two-point conversion by Caswell for the 32-21 lead. Caswell said he enjoys playing with Ramirez and trusts he will always be there to catch his passes. “Just to have confidence in someone to catch the ball, it’s great to rely on him,” Caswell said. Pinnacle scored again with a two-
point conversion, but it wasn’t enough. The Academy won their homecoming game 32-29. “It’s always big because it’s a conference game and Pinnacle is a big rivalry,” Vogel said. “You have kids that know kids, you have relatives that go to both schools, it’s a big game.” The Academy completed four twopoint conversions for eight points. Vogel said they go for two points after every touchdown since their kicking situation isn’t the greatest. The Academy is now 2-3 overall, 1-0 in league and will travel Oct. 4 to a 3-2 Woodland Park team. Pinnacle dropped to 0-6 and will go home Oct. 5 to play Faith Christian.
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Legacy’s Chen ties for second at State Lightning place fourth overall By Kate Ferraro
kferraro@ourcoloradonews.com Legacy golf junior Li Chen tied with Regis Jesuit’s Jake Kelley for second place at the 5A boys state golf championships Oct. 1, at Murphy Creek Golf Course in Aurora. Chen finished the two-day event with a score of 140, four under par. He earned a 67 the first day of championships Sept. 30 and 73 on the second day. Chen said he was a little disappointed with the final results. “I didn’t play so well today,” Chen said. “Coming in the final round I was thinking, `I’ll try my best to get first,’ but tied for second, that’s still pretty good.” Chen earned first team all-conference this year. Legacy head coach Bobby Ortega said Chen played his best golf this year at the state tournament. “He’s a great kid and a great competitor,” Ortega said. “He’s only a junior so that’s good thing.” Spencer Painton from Regis Jesuit won first place with a two-day total score of 138, six under par. Regis came in first place overall with a score of 425. Legacy won fourth place with a 455 score. Legacy’s Spencer Roberts tied for 31st place, earning a two-day total score of 155, 11 over par. Trevor Glen shot 16 over par for 160 points. Zach Moritz came in tied for 74th place with a 171 score. “This is the best we’ve ever finished in the history of the school, in the 14 years I’ve been the coach,” Ortega said. “It’s pretty special, they did a great job.”
Chen, right, talks with his coach Bobby Ortega, right, before setting up his ball on the tee.
3A state golf championships
Joey Bartoletti from Holy Family tied for 19th in the 3A state golf championships Oct. 1 at Pueblo Country Club. Bartoletti finished with a two-day 161 score, 19 over par. Matthew Collier tied for 23rd shooting 163. Tying for 26th place was Conor Stanley for 164 points. Tyler Smiens shot 30 over par for 172 points. Holy Family came in sixth place overall for a two-day score of 488. Jefferson Academy’s Zach Troyer tied for
Legacy junior Li Chen putts the ball on the green Oct. 1 in Aurora. 68th place shooting 41 over par for a twoday total of 183 points. Tristan Rohrbaugh of Basalt High School won first place for 3A with a 141 score, one under par. Alexander Dawson High School placed first overall, scoring 445.
Chen drives the ball off the tee Oct. 1 at the 5A boys state golf championships at Murphy Creek Golf Course in Aurora. Photos by Kate Ferraro
Alameda falls to 0-5 while Jefferson improves to 6-0 D’Evelyn is red hot as s eason’s second half arrives By Daniel Williams
dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com Arvada: After a big win over Skyview the Arvada football team has suffered back-toback blowout loses. The Bulldogs were beaten at Evergreen 53-18 Friday and over their last two games Arvada has given up a total of 115 points. While Arvada’s offense has shown signs of life this season while its defense has had trouble in most of its games this season. The Bulldogs (1-4, 0-1) will host Alameda Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Trailblazer Stadium. Alameda: The Pirates are still in search of their first win of the season after falling 28-7 at Weld Central on Friday.
Despite being winless Alameda has played all of its opponents’ tough, losing three of its five games by eight points or less. The Pirates (0-5, 0-1) will play Arvada Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Trailblazer Stadium, in what will be a winnable game for Alameda. Bear Creek: The Bears slide continued as they fell 38-21 at Mullen on Friday. After opening the season 2-0 Bear Creek has lost its last three games. The Bears gave up nearly 200 rushing yards Friday night. Bear Creek (2-3, 0-1) will play at Lakewood Thursday at 7 p.m. at Jeffco Stadium. D’Evelyn: The Jaguars delivered their third consecutive blowout victory beating Summit 42-0 Friday at Summit High School. Senior Greg Pearson rushed for 149 on 13 carries and recorded a touchdown, and senior receiver Ty McGee caught four balls for 123 yards and a touchdown.
With the win D’Evelyn has outscored their opponents 137-11 over its last three games. The Jaguars (5-1, 2-0) will host Conifer Friday at 4 p.m. at Trailblazer Stadium. Faith Christian: The Eagles got their second consecutive shutout victory handling Middle Park 41-0 Friday at Middle Park High School. Faith Christian scored 22 third quarter points to blow open a game that was 13-0 at halftime. Junior Daniel Landewisch rushed the ball 18 times for 177 yards and a touchdown. The Eagles (4-2, 1-0) will play at The Pinnacle Saturday at 11 a.m. Golden: The Demons let their potential first victory of the season slip away falling 13-7 to Littleton Friday at Colorado School of Mines. Although they threatened late in the game Golden, playing in its homecoming game, could not find a away to tie the action and the Demons fall to 0-5 on the season. First year head coach Jason Neely has had his work cut out for him as he continues to rebuild the program. Golden (0-5) will play Monarch Friday, 4 p.m. at North Area Athletic Complex. Green Mountain/Standley Lake: After big back-to-back wins the Rams were shut out by Standley Lake 28-0 Friday at Jeffco Stadium. Seniors Jordan Downey and Trey Muller combined for 105 yards on 25 shared carries and the Gators used a stout defensive effort to stop Green Mountain. Green Mountain is however coming off consecutive wins where it outscored their opponents 77-3. The Rams (3-2) will host Dakota Ridge Friday at 4 p.m. at Jeffco Stadium. Jefferson: The Saints improved to a perfect 6-0 after a 44-7 dismantling at Clear Creek on Friday. One of the best sports stories in the state continued and Jefferson has outscored its last three opponents 114-13. The Saints (6-0, 3-0) will try to take that
momentum to Platte Canyon where they will play Saturday at 1 p.m. Lakewood: The Tigers tough-luck season continued with a 48-13 loss to Chatfield Friday at Jeffco Stadium. Lakewood gave up 227 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns and were blown out for the first time this season. But even though Lakewood has a 1-4 record, three of its losses have come by a total of 13 points. The Tigers (1-4, 0-1) will play Bear Creek Thursday at 7 p.m. at Jeffco Stadium. Pomona: The Panthers scored 44 first half points and then took their foot off the gas in a 44-8 victory over Boulder Friday at North Area Athletic Complex. Pomona attacked early and often scoring 23 first half points behind senior running back Chris Marquez. The win was the Panthers third straight and their only loss was a 19-15 loss to Cherry Creek one month ago. Pomona (4-1, 1-0) will play at Legacy Friday at 7 p.m. at North Stadium. Ralston Valley: The Mustangs suffered a rare big loss at the hands of Fairview 43-18 Friday at Recht Field. Ralston Valley only gave up 44 rushing yards but allowed almost 400 passing yards by senior Anders Hill. The Mustangs (3-2, 0-1) will have a chance to get their offense restarted against Boulder, Friday at 7 p.m. at North Area Athletic Complex, before a huge meeting with Pomona the following weekend. Wheat Ridge: In a meeting between two of the state’s top five 4A teams the Farmers were shut out 20-0 by Montbello Friday at All-City Field. Montbello scored 13 second quarter points and then used outstanding run defense to neutralize a usually potent Wheat Ridge offense. In addition, the Farmers gave up 398 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns. Still looked at as an elite 4A team, Wheat Ridge (3-2, 1-0) will host John F. Kennedy Thursday at 6 p.m. at Trailblazer Stadium.
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Thornton falls in final regular season match Trojans to begin regionals Oct. 3 By Kate Ferraro
kferraro@ourcoloradonews.com Thornton boys’ tennis No. 1 singles senior Ryan Batten took his match into three sets Sept. 26, defeating Brighton’s Ben Randall 2-1 at Thornton High School. Batten fell behind early losing the first set 6-3. However, he fought back with a close 7-6 victory in the second, and earned the 6-4 win in the third set, as well. “In the first set, I wasn’t playing aggressive enough,” Batten said. “Suddenly, I started first serving all first and second serves and he had a hard time returning those. After that, it got a little bit easier, but still a tough match.” Batten captured the lone triumph in the final league match against Brighton, as the Trojans lost 6-1. He finished the regular season 4-1. Head coach John Jones said Batten had only played tennis a little bit before he came to high school four years ago. He said Batten has grown on the team from playing
deep into doubles to No. 1 singles for two years now. “He works hard,” Jones said. “He loves the game of tennis. He’s one of those kids that puts the time in, in the offseason and it shows.” No. 2 singles sophomore Justin Hoang also took his opponent, Kaden Swarr, into three sets. Hoang fell in the first set 6-2, but came back in the second with a 6-4 win, which included acing Swarr four consecutive times. Swarr beat Hoang in the third, 6-4. He finished the regular season 3-2. “He’s another kid that I’m proud of,” Jones said. “He’s got two more years here. If he puts the time in, he’ll be very competitive his junior and senior year.” Junior Michael Flores lost 6-0, 6-0 in No. 3 singles to Brighton senior Jonas Lach, while No. 1 doubles seniors Allen Nguyen and Anthony Tran lost 6-0, 6-1. No. 2 doubles, No. 3 doubles and No. 4 doubles all took Brighton into three sets, but couldn’t come up with any victories in the third sets. The Trojans finished the regular season 1-3 in league, 4-5 overall. They will begin regional play Oct. 3 at Colorado Athletic Club in Denver.
Thornton tennis senior Ryan Batten hits the ball over the net during a league match against Brighton’s Ben Randall Sept. 26 at Thornton High School. Photo by Kate Ferraro
QUICK HITS Flooding won’t affect postseason
Legacy softball in second place
Mountain Range football first in standings
Standley Lake boys soccer upset by rival Pomona
Softball, volleyball or boys soccer won’t be penalized when teams are unable to reschedule game due to the recent flooding. Maxpreps.com uses a ranking system when deciding who qualifies for the postseason. Football’s wild card points adjust for canceled games, also. For tennis, cross country and gymnastics, athletes have to attend regionals to be able to qualify for State.
The Mustangs are in first place so far in the 2013 season with a 4-1 overall record, 1-0 in league for the 5A Front Range League football standings. Senior running back Gabe Gillespie leads the league in rushing yards with 485 and in the scoring category with 54 points. Senior Grant McConnell leads the league with eight sacks. Horizon is in fourth place.
The Lightning is sitting behind Fossil Ridge in the standings with an 11-5 record, 7-1 in the Front Range standings. Fossil Ridge is 16-1 overall, 8-1 in league. Junior pitcher Haley Smith leads the league in pitching with 114 strikeouts. That’s 46 more than the second place spot, Autumn Anderson for Fort Collins.
The Gators came into their match against Pomona Sept. 23 undefeated at 7-0 and ranked No. 6 in the state. Pomona junior Marcello Laguera scored the gamewinning goal in double overtime. Pomona junior Jake Semple tied the game at one in the first half, after Standley Lake sophomore Kyler Fowkes scored the first goal of the game in the 11th minute. It was Fowkes eighth goal of the season. Standley Lake tied Chatfield 3-3 Sept. 27.
Prep sports Scoreboard THE ACADEMY Volleyball The Academy 3, Platte Canyon 0 The Academy defeated league-foe Platte Canyon in straight sets. Katelyn Edwards had seven kills on .545 hitting. Fellow middle Josephine Becker tallied six kills. The Academy 3, Jefferson 0 The Academy swiftly defeated Jefferson 3-0 in a league matchup. With 27 aces, the Wildcats dominated a scrappy Saints squad. Senior Tarabeth Herman had six aces to go along with six kills. Senior Josephine Becker and sophomore Alexa Buis had four kills each.
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Football
Legacy 0, Fairview 2 Legacy goalkeeper Isaiah Mondragon had two goals against during a game against Fairview. Mondragon played half the game while goalkeeper Tate Collison played the other half.
NORTHGLENN HIGH SCHOOL Cross Country Littleton Runners Roost The Northglenn High School boys cross country squad placed ninth overall at the Littleton Runner’s Roost Invitational despite a drenched course from the previous rain. There were standout performances by freshmen Hayden Opila, Thomas Kopala and senior Jason Dinh. Coach Miller and Coach Thompson are pleased to see tremendous growth in the team from summer workouts to this point on the season.
CCA 35, Wray 28 With the score tied 28-28, quarterback Nathaniel Ruble connects with wide receiver Nick Lubin for a 42-yard touchdown. Lubin had 120 yards and one touchdown receiving. He also had a 95-yard kickoff returned for a touchdown. Jacob Baca had 179-yards rushing and two touchdowns.
Thornton Invitational The Northglenn boys cross country team had their best finish yet at the Thornton Invitational, placing eighth. All of the boys stepped up and had personal best times despite the weather. Coaches Robert Thompson and Von Miller are proud of the boys and their determination to succeed. Standout freshman, Hayden Opila led the way for the Norse finishing 37th overall.
HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL
THORNTON HIGH SCHOOL
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Volleyball
Horizon 16, Monarch 6 Freshman Maddi Blood-Smyth hit her first home run to lead the Lady Hawks to a 16-6 victory. She was 2-for-3, one run scored with two RBI. Alechsis Shultz, Jasmine Wessel, and Kayla Anthony each had two hits in the victory.
LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL
Thornton 3, Westminster 2 Westminster played Thornton with outstanding defense. Their middle hitters did a great job moving the ball around on hits and being ready at the net. Junior Allegra Collette led Thornton with three solo blocks and six serving aces. Sophomore Anna Venard led the Trojans with 22 good serve receptions and only one error.
Boys Soccer
Thornton 0, Rangeview 3
Rangeview defeats Thornton 18-25, 19-25 and 1425. Junior Kelsey Gabler and senior Alyssa Zinser collected six kills each. Thornton 3, George Washington 0 Alyssa Zinser led Thornton with four aces. Kelsey Gabler and Allegra Collette added two solo blocks each.
UPCOMING GAMES Cross Country FRIDAY 3 p.m. - Northglenn Pat Amano Classic @ Northwest Open Spaces
Football SATURDAY 1 p.m. - CCA vs. Highland @ North Stadium
Boys Soccer FRIDAY 4 p.m. - Legacy @ Loveland
Softball THURSDAY 4:15 p.m. - Horizon @ Fairview SATURDAY 10 a.m. - Horizon @ Valor Christian
Volleyball THURSDAY 5 p.m. - The Academy vs. Sheridan 6:30 p.m. - Thornton vs. Aurora Central MONDAY 6:30 p.m. - Thornton vs. Bear Creek SATURDAY Noon - The Academy vs. Lake County WEDNESDAY 7 p.m. - The Academy @ KIPP Denver Collegiate
The Gators are in fifth place in the 5A Jeffco League standings, while Arvada West is sitting in first with an 8-2 record, 4-0 in league.
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orchard festival
The Orchard Festival on Sept. 28 in Historic Westminster featured a variety of activities, entertainment, food and booths. The art galleries in the area, like Iddle Bits of This and That, were also open to the public.
PHOTOS BY ASHLEY REIMERS Fire dancer Kali Fisher, from Wheat Ridge, performs her routine during the Orchard Festival on Sept. 28 in Historic Westminster. Fisher’s been dancing with fire for seven years and performs at a variety of venues.
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