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Officials seek reservoir recreation ideas Online survey allows residents to give input
By Chris Michlewicz cmichlewicz@coloradocommunitymedia.com With plans for recreation at RueterHess Reservoir moving forward, officials are asking the public to chime in with ideas. The types of recreation at the reservoir between Parker and Castle Pines could vary widely, from kayaking to archery to fishing to rock climbing to extreme mountain biking. The Parker Water and Sanitation District, which built Rueter-
Possible rec amenities/activities Hiking, biking, fishing, camping, kayaking/ canoeing, rock climbing, triathlons, splash river, archery, picnics, dog park Prohibited/unlikely activities Swimming, motorized boating, zip lining, alpine sliding, hunting, conference center/hotel
Hess Reservoir over nearly a decade starting in 2005, has launched an online survey at www.pwsd.org/survey to get feedback from future users. Recreation continues on Page 6
Residents are being asked to take a brief online survey to provide feedback on possible recreation activities at Rueter-Hess Reservoir southwest of Parker. Photo by Chris Michlewicz
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Silverthorn chosen as new board president Judith Reynolds elected vice president By Mike DiFerdinando mdiferdinando@colorado communitymedia.com
Dalton Levine, 17, slips on his tap shoes at Colorado School of Dance in Parker. Photos by Chris Michlewicz
Levine practices in front of a mirror at a dance studio in Parker.
Teen back in spotlight amid cancer fight While undergoing chemo, Dalton Levine returns to lead role By Chris Michlewicz cmichlewicz@coloradocommunitymedia.com It was nearly one year ago that Dalton Levine was flown by helicopter to a medical center after performing in “The Nutcracker.” He was undergoing treatment for adrenal cancer and was playing a smaller role than normal when he had a major health setback. Looking back, the 17-year-old says he was “pretty close to not making it.” So when Levine is asked if he’s nervous to return to the spotlight for this year’s rendition of “The Nutcracker of Parker” at the PACE Center Dec. 17-20, he’s very matter-of-fact. “There’s a lot I’ve had to overcome the past year, so my nerves have definitely been…” he trails off. “It’s very small com-
pared to what I’ve done before.” Levine was diagnosed Sept. 11, 2014, and has been battling cancer ever since. He started another round of chemotherapy in July and his oncologists continue to radiate any spots on his lungs that pop up in scans. The Legend High School senior still gets tired on occasion and is fighting radiation pneumonitis, which leaves him with less-than-optimal lung capacity and a persistent cough. But the cancer is in a “controlled state,” Levine says, and he’s feeling pretty good. He’s eager to get back on stage with his castmates from the Colorado School of Dance. Levine will mostly play “the Nutcracker Prince,” but will do one performance as “the Cavalier” for his first time. Sharing his strength Levine has been the subject of a viral hashtag. He was the focus of a nationwide campaign that raised money through Dance continues on Page 6
Dalton Levine has battled adrenal cancer for 14 months.
IF YOU GO For tickets to the “The Nutcracker of Parker,” go to Parkerarts.org
The latest edition of the Douglas County Board of Education met for the first time Dec. 1 to elect new leadership. Meghann Silverthorn was elected school board president over newcomer David Ray 4-3 in a vote of the board members. She replaces Kevin Larsen, who was defeated in the November election. Silverthorn Silverthorn, of Parker, first won election to the school board in 2009 and was re-elected in 2013. “I will be a bridge between this board and the past board and move the community forward,” Silverthorn said. Three of the seven school board members were elected for the first time in November and served at their first board meeting Dec. 1. Ray, AnneMarie Lemieux and Wendy Vogel each garnered nearly 60 percent of the vote, running as a slate that challenged the school district’s reform policies of the past several years. Ray said the board had a chance to “do something symbolic” by electing him to the post that would help bring the community back together. Ray, a former teacher and principal in the district, has served as an educator for 25 years. Silverthorn, who works as an analyst for the Department of Defense, is among four incumbents on the board who support the district’s reforms. But she said she is looking forward to helping the old and new members work together. “I’ve made it my practice to reach
DCSD continues on Page 6
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NEWS IN A HURRY K9s receive ballistic vests The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office’s K9s, Scooter and Atlas, have received ballistic vests thanks to a nationwide Groupon event that has raised more than $39,000. The “Goods Pet Collection” campaign for Groupon Grassroots to outfit police K9s with bullet and stab protective vests ran May 11 through May 25. Vested Interest in K9s Inc. is the nationwide nonprofit organization and charity partner selected by Groupon Grassroots to participate. The online $10 donation suggested that interested persons purchase a Groupon (a tax-deductible donation) through a secure website where 100 percent of the funds were allocated to purchase ballistic vests for the four-legged crime fighters. Vested Interest in K9s Inc. will provide law enforcement dogs nationwide with the protective body armor in memory of K9 Kye, of the Oklahoma City Police Department, who sacrificed his life in the line of duty on Aug. 24, 2014. K9 Kye suffered stab wounds while pursuing and subduing a burglary suspect. He was rushed to surgery but failed to recover. All vests will be embroidered with the sentiment, “In Memory of K9 Kye, Oklahoma City Police Department.” Seedling trees available for conservation The Douglas County Conservation District and Colorado State Forest Service have seedling trees available for sale to local residents. There is no minimum amount of property required to purchase the trees and shrubs. A wide variety of species are available, such as bare root shrubs, trees as well as small and regular potted deciduous and coniferous trees. This year, the nursery is offering a variety of perennial flowering plants. The trees and shrubs are to be planted for conservation uses, such as windbreaks and shelterbelts, living snow fences, erosion control, wildlife habitat and reforestation. The trees may not be used for ornamental purposes nor may they be resold as live transplants. Order forms are available at dcconservation.com, or at 303-688-3042, Ext. 100 or DCCDistrict@gmail.com. Species are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The last day for ordering will be March 31, to be picked up on April 14 in Castle Rock in time for spring planting.
A young buck recently prepares to cross Tomahawk Road east of Parker. Deer are more active in the fall months. Photo by Chris Michlewicz
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Douglas County 4-H hosts open house Find out more about the opportunities available through the 4-H program at an open house 5:30-7 p.m. Dec. 8 at Kirk Hall on the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Castle Rock. Hands-on activities related to a variety Briefs continues on Page 4
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Town spends $11 million more than expected Third budget revision this year approved by council last month By Chris Michlewicz cmichlewicz@coloradocommunitymedia.com The town of Parker spent $11 million more than anticipated in 2015. The council’s third budget revision last month included a net addition of $1.8 million to cover recent unforeseen expenses. The three budget amendments this year total just under $11.2 million. Total expenditures for the year were expected to be $115.8 million, a portion of which includes major construction projects such as the renovation of the Parker Recreation Center. Estimated revenue for 2015 was expected to be $96.8 million. Parker’s home rule charter allows town council to “make additional appropriations by ordinance during the fiscal year for unanticipated expenditures,” according to a staff report detailing the most recent 2015 budget revision, which appropriates additional money from multiple funds. Don Warn, finance director for Parker, said the town administrator authorizes staff members to bring forward a budget amendment for council’s approval if he believes that item should not wait until the next budget cycle. “During any given year there are things that come up that were not anticipated or new opportunities that council wishes to take advantage of, and since budget law does not allow the town to spend more than has been appropriated, we need to
BY THE NUMBERS The following are unforeseen expenses from Parker’s third budget revision in 2015: From the general fund • Building division part-time wages - $8,500 • Building division full-time wages - $11,800 • Additional computer in the Building Division - $2,900 • Remodel building division storage room into an office - $6,550 • Additional vehicle for new building division employee - $25,000
• School zone safety flasher for the Global Village Academy - $15,000
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From the parks and recreation fund • O’Brien Park/Mainstreet pedestrian improvements design - $30,000
• Merchandise payout - $4,700
• Computers and software $25,270
• Stroh Ranch parking lot improvements - $40,000
• Concession goods - $26,500
From the PACE fund • General supplies - $8,000
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do a budget amendment to cover those expenditures,” Warn said. The largest of the recent unexpected expenses was $700,000 from the public improvement fund for power line undergrounding. Another $193,350 was drawn from the technology service fund for “network equipment and upgrade” and $185,000 was spent on “redundant fiber lines,” according to the supplemental budget report. More than $6.5 million of appropriated funds have been taken out of the capital improvement fund and $1.7 million has come from the parks and recreation fund in 2015. In 2013, there were eight budget amendments totaling $11.5 million. In 2014, there were four budget amendments totaling $9.4 million.
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In some cases, the expenditures reflect carry-over money from projects that were not finished the prior year, Warn said. Higher-than-expected revenues can also offset some of the unbudgeted costs, and one set of numbers reflects the net revision. The most recent revision, when factoring in unanticipated revenues, was $942,970. Warn cautioned that the “total expenditures” category reflects “what was authorized to be spent, not what was actually spent.” “If you want to know what was actually spent, then you would need to look at the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and refer to the Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance - Budget to Actual,” he said.
rocketry, shooting sports, cake decorating, global citizenship, dogs and fashion. Developing life skills is a high priority for the 4-H program. Recent studies by Tufts University show that 4-H members are 1.8 times as likely as students in other out-of-school programs to have higher scores on measures of active and engaged citizenship, 1.5 times as likely to report high academic competence and 1.7
When asked where Parker residents could find more specific details on the line items listed in the budget revisions, Warn said they can obtain budget information from the town’s website. But he added “if there is specific information that someone wants, they may need to submit an open records request through the town clerk.” There is no limit on the dollar amount for a budget revision. The only limits are the amount of revenues projected and the amount of available balance in a particular fund. Budget law prohibits deficit spending, so the amount of expenditures appropriated must be less than or equal to the amount of revenues projected, plus available money in each fund, the finance director said.
times as likely to report high engagement in school. Additionally, they are three times more likely to have higher scores in the developmental asset of contribution. To find out more about the Douglas County 4-H, visit douglascountyextension.org or call the CSU Extension Office at 720-733-6940.
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The celebration closes with a fireworks display in downtown Castle Rock. Photos by Shanna Fortier
Shining for the season 79th annual lighting of the star on the Rock kicks off holidays
By Shanna Fortier sfortier@coloradocommunitymedia.com
Drew Warner and Adelyne Turner slide together during the Starlighting block party.
As the sun set in Castle Rock, thousands of people waited in anticipation of the annual lighting of the star on the Rock. As the star illuminated, fireworks lit up the sky and the downtown roared with excitement. The “Lighting of the Star” — sponsored by the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, the town, Douglas County, and the town police and fire departments — has been a community event shared by residents dating back to 1936. “It’s a family tradition,” said Castle Rock resident Tristen Dinkel, after the Nov. 21 fireworks show. “It’s fun to start off the holiday with just a big festival.” Like many attendees, the Dinkel family makes a stop at the Castle Rock Fire Station for the chili cookoff each year. This year’s celebration also included children’s activities, strolling entertainers, nonprofit booths and, of course, Santa. Colorado legend Hazel Miller, known for her largerthan-life voice and giving spirit, rocked the stage at The Emporium during the block party before the lighting. “Castle Rock’s small-town charm and sense of community is really inspiring, so we wanted to help kick off the holiday season with an epic celebration,” said Greg Boman of The Emporium. Not only will the star atop the Rock be lit for the rest of the holiday season, but new and improved holiday lighting downtown also will sparkle. Enhancements in the 2015 decorations include lighting all 81 trees on Wilcox Street between Plum Creek Parkway and Wolfensburger Road; roof and window lighting on the Masonic Lodge at Third and Wilcox streets; lights on trees at Town Hall, by the police department and in planters at Festival Park; 75 snowflakes in Festival Park; and a skating family under the Perry Street Bridge.
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TAKE THE SURVEY An online survey is posted on the Parker Water and Sanitation District website at www.pwsd. org/survey and is also accessible through the websites of the five regional partners.
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The Rueter-Hess Reservoir Recreation Authority that comprises five stakeholders — Douglas County, Lone Tree, Castle Pines, Castle Rock and Parker — will use the information to create a master plan that outlines the types of recreation, when they will be introduced and how they will be paid for. The goal is to “develop a range of recreational opportunities in and around the reservoir while providing safe, clean drinking water and preserving the tranquil qualities of the site,” the Parker water district said in a statement. Wenk Associates, the firm that designed Salisbury Park North for Parker, is the project’s lead consultant. The master plan process began in November and will be completed in summer 2016. Ron Redd, district manager for the Parker Water and Sanitation District, reiterated his stance that motorized boating will not be allowed at Rueter-Hess, a reservoir with the capacity for 75,000 acrefeet of water. That decision largely comes down to maintaining the quality of local drinking water, as well as avoiding added costs and processes to strip gasoline and oil from the water. The district’s board of directors also has expressed a desire for a “peaceful and
The survey takes only a few minutes to complete. It lists options for activities on or near the Rueter-Hess Reservoir and lists a second set of options for activities at the 425 acres on the north side of Hess Road. Survey responders may choose their top five options for each of the two sites and write in suggestions if choices are not listed. The
survey will be open through the first week of January. Survey results will be used to develop concepts and options for the master plan. Public meetings in mid-February will review concepts to determine a preferred option. The preferred master plan option will be presented at a public meeting tentatively planned for the end of April. Online opportunities for providing input will be available throughout the process. Source: Parker Water and Sanitation District
tranquil” setting, Redd said. “When we go out and speak (to the public), we get a lot of people saying, ‘Thank you,’” he said. “That’s what we want.” Redd points out that, unlike Chatfield Reservoir, there is no river flowing in and out of Rueter-Hess Reservoir to naturally flush out some of the impurities. Those who continue to lobby for motorized boating “aren’t necessarily our customers,” the district manager said. The online survey, which closes on Jan. 8, is meant for residents living in towns and cities that have partnered with Parker Water to reserve water storage space. The survey will include some of the limitations already set by Parker Water’s board of directors, which narrows the focus.
However, Parker Water is attempting to refine proposed recreational uses with the help of residents, who have already come forward with concepts. There is more “buy-in” when the community participates in planning, said Redd, referring to added support and interest among those involved. It also provides potential opportunities for compromise, such as allowing electric boats or sailboats instead of speed boats, he said as an example. The proclamation that there will be no swim beach at Rueter-Hess was met with disappointment, but officials have not ruled out a “splash pool trickle system” that could use water from one of the district’s wells. Water in the man-made stream would be chlorinated, likely fun-
neled down a hillside using pools and waterfalls, and would enable kids to splash around while limiting human contact with the drinking water. “That is a modification from ‘no swimming,’” Redd said. “We want to find solutions that meet their needs and fall within our goals.” SCUBA diving and swimming during triathlons are other examples of limited body contact that might be allowed. The swim beach is not practical because the shoreline would fluctuate significantly because of seasonal water demands. The district has 425 acres of land near the reservoir that will be used for parking and certain recreational endeavors. Archery is a probable candidate because of the demand and minimal associated impacts to the land and environment. Rock formations within the district’s property are also ideal for climbing and possible classes, and extreme mountain biking trails could be part of future plans. A limited number of activities will occur before the master plan is completed, including possible canoe tours that could stop by archaeological sites. A parking lot, dog waste stations and a short trail loop are likely the first components of recreation at Rueter-Hess. “It’s opening the door so they can see it,” Redd said. Due to issues with invasive zebra mussels, water crafts at Rueter-Hess could be limited to vessels kept at the reservoir and rented out by a third party, like L.L. Bean.
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dance. He was named Legend High School’s wish kid last year. He’s spoken to renowned choreographers who told him they’ve been praying for him. And a few months back, he was named as a Children’s Ambassador for Children’s Hospital and will spend part of 2016 attending fundraisers and sharing his story. Lisa Tuska, Levine’s godmother and lifelong dance instructor, says it’s easy to see why he was chosen for that role. Levine’s message about strength in the face of adversity is inspiring. “He’s meant to be here, but some of the doctors told him they don’t know how he made it,” she explains. “Now he’s going full steam.” Tuska and Levine’s mother, Karen, attribute his improvement to a never-quit approach and the unprecedented outpouring of love from family, friends and strangers, not to mention a great care team. Karen Levine, who often shares the stage with her son while playing “Mother Ginger,” says she has watched her son endure setbacks, but also minor victories, like when a scan taken just before his first surgery revealed that the tumor had separated from his vital organs. Genetic testing also showed that the cancer was the result of a particular mutation that does not run in the family, much to Dalton Levine’s relief.
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A renewed outlook Dalton Levine is already receiving acceptance letters in the mail from some of the five in-state schools to which he applied. He has a 4.0 grade-point average — while taking classes like Advanced Placement chemistry and college algebra — and is only six months from graduation. As a result of his treatment, Levine’s desired career path has deviated. “I’ve decided that I kind of want to go into the medical world, maybe be a doctor and work with pediatrics,” he says. “I see what (doctors and nurses) do, and they’re changing kids’ lives every day and that’s just something that I want to do.” So his selected college will be one that puts him in prime position to go on to medical school. But before that, he has “The Nutcracker of Parker” and a series of dance competitions in late winter and early spring that will keep him busy. He will spend his downtime playing the violin and video games, and hanging out with friends, especially his dog, Kai, a 10-year-old golden retriever who “can always tell when I’m not feeling well,” he said. Levine looks forward to being a continued source of strength for himself and others and a positive influence on younger cancer patients. “I’ve always fought for my health and to just stay alive, and I will always throughout my life stay as positive as I can, because I’ll know that there’s really no darker place I probably will ever be in,” he says.
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out and understand what people think,” she said. Ray was also nominated for vice president, but again lost 4-3, this time to Judith Reynolds. She takes over the post from Doug Benevento, who remains on the board. Reynolds was elected to the board in 2013 and served on school accountability committees before that. She said she will do all she can to put students first and will listen to parents, teachers and others in the community. “It is important to me that all of those people have a voice in the district,” Reynolds said.
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State eyes universal health-care proposal
Single-payer system will be on 2016 ballot
By Kristen Wyatt Associated Press A new plan for government-run health care that covers everyone is coming from a surprising corner: Colorado, a politically moderate swing state where Republicans and Democrats often share control of state government. Universal coverage proposals — known as “single-payer” — have failed time and again in the United States. Left-leaning Vermont recently pursued such a system, only to abandon it as too expensive. President Obama’s healthcare law doesn’t cover everyone and has sparked enormous political backlash. If the idea hasn’t worked in states that embrace Canadian-style, government-run health care, what are the chances it will fly in a moderate state that has the nation’s toughest restrictions on raising taxes? It’s a long shot, supporters concede. But they’ve gotten the question onto 2016 ballots and hope that dissatisfaction on both sides with the current federal health law will make Colorado the first state to set up universal health care. “I think we should take a picture of us throwing a bunch of cash down the toilet, because that’s what we have right now,” said Shelley Cohen of Denver, an advocate who handed out fliers about the plan at a recent meeting in a Denver church fellowship hall. About two dozen people came to hear details. The plan would work like this: There would be a new, $25 billion-a-year tax taken out of paychecks, similar to how Medicare is funded. That money would then go to an elected board of trustees, which would act as an enormous insurance company and reimburse doctors.
The ColoradoCare tax would raise enough to cover everyone, even people who don’t work or aren’t legally in the country. It’s not exactly a “single-payer” plan, because Medicare and the military health care system would remain intact. But co-payments and deductibles would go away. And so would most insurers. A brochure explaining the plan touts, “It is assumed that residents and Colorado businesses will choose to discontinue purchasing other insurance coverage.” Campaign predicts surplus The campaign projects ColoradoCare would run annual surpluses of $2 billion, based mostly on trimming administrative costs from insurers and doctors’ offices. Supporters insist voters are so soured on insurance companies and complicated insurance exchanges that they are ready to try a radical new way of providing health care. “We will save not millions but billions,” said Jeanne Nicholson, a retired nurse and former Democratic state senator who is touring the state leading workshops on Colorado Care. Edmund F. Haislmaier, a health policy research fellow at the conservative Heritage Foundation, said he’s skeptical Colorado’s plan will win public support. The price tag is so eye-popping — almost doubling the size of Colorado’s overall budget overnight — that even health-reform fatigue may not carry the campaign, he said. “You can write the opposition campaign now. ‘Do you want your health care to look like the post office or DMV?’ The average person kind of gets that,” Haislmaier said. “When you’re talking about forking over an extra 10 cents a dollar on top of all your taxes, people aren’t going to like it.” Indeed, a recent campaign to raise Colorado income taxes to shore up the
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state’s struggling public school system lost badly, despite almost universal acceptance that schools are underfunded. The 2013 schools income tax question would have raised taxes $950 million a year, a fraction of the ColoradoCare tax, but failed nearly 2-to-1. Questions arise Even supporters of single-payer health care have questions about ColoradoCare. At the Denver meeting, one physician asked about the elected board of trustees that would set premiums and decide what to pay doctors for their services. “This board is absolutely going to control the money, and special interests are going to control the board,” warned Dr. Vince Markovchick, professor emeritus of emergency medicine at the University of Colorado-Denver School of Medicine. Others asked about abortion services — how could a government-controlled health system pay for them? The question raised the specter of ethical concerns about lots of medical services, from gender transition to fertility treatments to erectile dysfunction medicine. Shouldn’t those services be left to the private sector?
Nicholson said that covered services would be determined by the elected board of trustees. She conceded that a board controlled by insurers “could undermine all our efforts.” “Even though this is going to be hard and there are going to be challenges, that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try,” Nicholson concluded. ColoradoCare supporters say they’ve learned from Vermont’s mistakes — such as trying to take over Medicare, instead of leaving care for people over 65 to the federal government. And the Colorado backers insist they won’t set brute-force price controls on doctors in order to keep costs manageable, which could drive doctors out of business. “Doctors are leaving now, because they’re at the bottom of the food chain with insurers. Doctors who can afford to retire are retiring,” said Democratic Sen. Irene Aguilar, a physician who is ColoradoCare’s chief supporter in the Legislature. She didn’t guess how much it would cost to run a campaign to persuade voters to approve ColoradoCare. Win or lose, the question will be an economic boost, she joked. “This will be a great economic driver for our state because of all the opposition money that’s going to pour into Colorado,” Aguilar said with a grin.
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Some kinds of spills are exactly what’s needed Have you ever poured a drink into a glass and filled the glass to the brim? I mean not just to the brim, but sometimes where the liquid crowns at the top of the glass without spilling over the side. When we do this we slowly lean forward over the glass and take a sip so that we can get the glass to a manageable position that allows us to freely lift the glass and drink without the fear of spillage. So what is it we are filling our bodies and minds with? What are we pouring into our systems that fill us to the brim? Are we being filled with happiness and joy, knowledge and wisdom, passion and purpose? Or are we allowing others to pour in trouble and sorrow, pain and anguish, or negativity, doubt, and fear? You know what happens when we actually fill a glass to the brim, crowning it with milk, water, soda, beer, or whatever it is we have poured for ourselves. As careful as we are at taking those initial sips to make the glass manageable and free from spillage, sometimes
the spills happen. And unfortunately sometimes we spill our drink on the person standing next to us, don’t we? Now, think about that for a minute. If we are filled to the brim with joy and happiness, positive attitude and outlook, love and kindness, and we accidentally spill Michael Norton some over the side, and WINNING maybe even onto the person next to us, those WORDS spills would typically be well received and appreciated. Whereas if we were filled to the brim with negativity, pessimism, fear, doubt and drama, and happened to spill those all over the person next to us, they would probably feel the need to get to the cleaners and have those stains
removed. It is so important to recognize what we are filling our mind and body with. It is equally as important to understand that whatever we fill our bodies and minds with will one day, intentionally or unintentionally, spill out on to those around us. So ask yourself, when that happens, what do you want people around you to see or feel? Will they walk away feeling better and greatly appreciate the gift you have shared? Or will they walk away and head straight to the dry cleaners to get the stains removed? The choice really is up to you. So how about you, is your glass filled to the brim? Is it crowning at the top and spilling over? I would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@ gmail.com, and when we are spilling out the good stuff, it really will be a better than good week. Michael Norton is a resident of Highlands Ranch, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation and the CEO/founder of www. candogo.com.
Turning dog into prop is just plain improper A friend asked me what I thought of the Minion dachshunds. I told her that I didn’t know anyone named Minion. She said that I could find the Minion dachshunds on YouTube. After watching about ten seconds of the Minion dachshunds, I asked her to ask me the question again. “What do you think of the Minion dachshunds?” “Felonious,” I said. I own a reliable, lovable and sturdy little animal, who was brilliantly designed, not a damned manikin. If you want to lose my interest, all you have to do is give me anything with the words “wiener dog” on it. Smitty is not a wiener dog. Your dachshund might be a wiener dog, but mine is not. And don’t tell me not to take it so seriously. Your daughter is horse-faced. Your son is bacon-wrapped. How is that? Not so good, right? I am not being defensive either. I simply think that animals must not be treated like substitutes for dolls or toys or be armatures for idiotic costumes. I talk to Smitty the way that I talk to anyone, namely without patronization. Of course, there are moments when his empirically good looks require me to speak in a voice that no one else on earth has ever — or will ever — hear. Pets are a reflection of their owners. By the time I adopted Smitty, he was messed
up. But unlike the rest of us, dogs can be un-messed, if there is love and respect. I am Smitty’s third owner. Very little is known about his first owners, a family I was told. His second owner Craig Marshall Smith was cautionary. Disney is to QUIET blame for some of DESPERATION this. All of his animals are anthropomorphized. Look at Bambi. Good example. Too cute for words. I acknowledge that Smitty is a cute dog. That does not call for a bun and mustard costume. You can buy them. Smitty is surrounded by fine art. Not by Saturday morning cartoons. Canadian Ryan Beauchesne and his girlfriend think about their dachshunds very differently. The two of them have a best-seller (“Crusoe the Celebrity Dachsund”) and a website. Both are devoted to a dachshund named Crusoe, who travels the world in various handmade costumes. I showed the website to Smitty, briefly, and he crawled into the sleeve of a sweatshirt for the remainder of the day.
evaluate their worth; and (4) determine the best course of action for each item. Start the process by collecting your records. Check your desk, attic, file cabinet, under your bed and on your computer (and if you have one, that old Adam Speirs laptop gathering dust in the office). Outside LIVING AND your home, talk to AGING WELL your attorney and your financial adviser, and check your safe deposit box. Then, create a spreadsheet with columns labeled Type (financial, medical, proof of person, etc.), Location, Quantity, Status (active, inactive, permanent storage), Notes and Disposition, and then write it all down. Don’t worry if you don’t feel like you are doing it right — everyone has completely different filing systems. The trick is to have it written down; you can always change it later. When you have a solid inventory, start appraising. Consider not only cash value, but
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There are people who profit from the sale of paintings painted by monkeys and elephants. That offends me, but I am used to offense. I am living in America, and that comes with just about everything that passes for marketing, and just about anything that qualifies for entertainment. Even Amy Schumer can get a laugh in America. I don’t know why. Smitty is surrounded by classical music too, not “Teddy Bears’ Picnic.” I recommend a film called “Best in Show,” and specifically the Shih Tzu calendar scene with Michael McKean and John Michael Higgins. It’s good comedy, but it’s also a true story. It’s Crusoe wearing a sailor’s cap. I guess it all depends upon which side you are on. If your level of amusement includes gimmickry appliquéd to an animal, who is unable to speak against it, we’re not on the same side. An anonymous neighbor periodically leaves envelopes full of glitter on my driveway. Along with the glitter comes a card that features a dachshund. It’s never Robert Doisneau’s dachshund. Doisneau was a brilliant French photographer. It’s more like a Beauchesne dachshund. Smitty and I have a big day planned. He wants me to read Albert Camus’ “The Stranger” to him. Again.
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You can rest easy with your records organized The new year is peeking over the horizon and people everywhere are looking for resolutions that will ultimately help them get a good night’s sleep. A simple resolution that will make your life much easier and won’t require warm-ups or stretching? Organizing your records. What is a record anyway? A record is evidence of an event that took place. A test at the doctor’s office, a settled debt, or a marriage — each of these results in the creation of a record. If you are like most people, you probably have too many records in your home. Would someone be able to navigate your records if you weren’t there to help them? Would they be able to prove that you own your property, or are insured? If you are like me, your papers might be strewn across countertops and tables. Possibly, some of them have made it to the filing cabinet. Most of us keep our records in a few places in the house, with little organization beyond that. But there is a way to find order in this chaos — it is called a Records Schedule, or a list of all the records you have that dictates how long those records should be kept and where. Creating a records schedule is a four-step process: (1) collect your records; (2) inventory them; (3)
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also legal, evidential, sentimental or historical value. Consult your attorney or a relevant governing organization to determine the legal requirements for keeping records. If, for instance, the IRS requires that you retain tax records for seven years, that’s what you want written down. Check with family members, friends, or even the local library or museum. Some of the things in which we see little value are treasures to others. The picture of Aunt Gladys in front of that bakery in 1968 may be the only surviving image of that business; in that case, the local library may have an interest in keeping it on file. In the column on your inventory labeled “Disposition,” note the course of action you plan to take for each item: whether to keep the record permanently; keep for seven years; or keep until an action occurs, like closing an account. Then note how to dispose of the records you don’t need to keep — “shred,” for instance. Now that you have a detailed Records Schedule, you hold a roadmap to managing your documents. You’ll find that you’ve done much of the work already. File your schedule with your records and use it often to turn a daunting collection into a manageable task. In fact, you may just sleep easier and longer Speirs continues on Page 9
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Talking about racism: Let’s get uncomfortable The pain of racism is real and immediate: A young black woman looks toward the sky, tears leaving trails on her cheeks. As she chants, “We have nothing to lose but our chains,” she collapses into the arms of her friends. Jonathan Butler, a black 25-year-old graduate student, refuses to eat until the University of Missouri system’s president, Tim Wolfe, steps down. Concerned Student 1950, a group of black rights activists on campus, present to university administration eight demands they believe will catalyze action against systematic discrimination at the school. I watched these scenes at my school gain national attention over the past three weeks. I saw lasting effects of Missouri’s slave state history, and the shooting in Ferguson just two hours east of the Columbia campus, contribute to a tense campus climate. A series of prejudiced acts at the university over recent years exposed holes in administration control and left black students unsure of their position on campus. Rows of seats in lecture halls sat empty as students supported protests by holding walkouts. I was handed a flier promoting a student center merchandise boycott; some students did not want to support MU as a business during this time. My Facebook and Instagram feeds filled with inflammatory posts supporting or denouncing the protesters. At first, I wanted to stay out of the fray. I am a white, 19-year-old woman from a fairly homogenous Denver suburb. How could I understand enough to participate
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meaningfully? My first reactions were of anxiety and avoidance. But then I realized, as a Christian, as a journalist, and as a human being, I must be willing to enter into the tension. I stood in protest crowds and Anna Sutterer watched people of different races, GUEST areas of study and ages embrace one COLUMN another. I listened to a black student share an instance when strangers made gorilla noises and beat their chests at him. I saw grief on classmates’ faces and imagined their minds reeling with times they’d experienced discrimination or outright hatred — how those past moments must have felt so present. It took witnessing these events for me to confront my own biases and think critically about race relations, not abstractly this time, but alongside those who experience it every day. After many conversations with friends and family, I started asking one question: How do we sort through arguments and layered emotions to reach a core where we can unite and make change? I’ve been part of a deeply distressed community before. The shooting at Arapahoe High School my senior year disrupted our
peace and left us with many questions. But parents, counselors, teachers, friends and other schools in the area responded with strength and cooperation. Protests, walkouts and media attention interrupted the university and overshadowed conversations about practically anything else. Violent threats on social media threw students into confusion and fear, and I found myself saying similar prayers to those I had said two years ago. The issues and circumstances are different; however, seeing Arapahoe redeemed gives me a sustained hope for community revival. Discussions in classes, at my campus ministry and at church have taught me my experiences and perspectives are not the whole truth. I have some listening to do. I must acknowledge what I don’t know, and understand that sometimes I’ll have to ask awkward questions to combat my ignorance. I am challenged to see beneath the surface. The young man from the gorilla story said racism dehumanizes everyone involved and degrades people to one dimension. My subconscious biases sometimes prevent me from looking at people and understanding their lives hold as many intricacies as my own. Moving to Missouri’s diversity has shown me how challenging this can be. I must continuously check my thoughts and fight off immediate judgments. It can be an exhausting daily exercise, but growth is worth it. The university has made administrative changes and created positions focused on
inclusion. I am hopeful for any move toward reconciliation, but we will have to wait and see how these will directly affect individual temperaments. I am most optimistic about a diversitytraining program required of all faculty, staff and incoming students beginning in January. They will be informed about campus racism issues, diverse organizations and resources, and personal responsibilities toward inclusivity. I’ve received emails from the university sharing plans, promising we will get to a better place eventually. I’ve read columns and reflections and social media posts expressing analogous calls to action. What sticks out to me most is the role of the Christian Gospel, and how these events challenge my faith to walk the walk. Colossians 3 says we are to “bear with one another” despite our grievances. My pastor at The Crossing Church in Columbia said love and humility are attractive to all people — that’s how to approach these difficult topics. Racism is a real and immediate problem: We must be willing to stick around and listen to those voices that erupt out of frustration, examine our own hearts, and then share our experiences with others who have not been exposed directly to ongoing prejudice and discrimination. That would be a start to healing the pain.
Cullen, Melanie, and Shae Irving. “Get It Together: Organize Your Records so Your Family Won’t Have To.” Array, 2014. Hurme, Sally Balch, American Bar Association. Senior Lawyers Division, and American Association of Retired Persons. “Checklist for My Family: A Guide to My History, Financial Plans, and Final Wishes.” AARP, 2015. Most books on the subject of organiza-
tion will also have a chapter on paper documents and records; try these to start: Morgenstern, Julie. “Organizing From the Inside Out: The Foolproof System for Organizing Your Home, Your Office, and Your Life.” Array New York: Henry Holt, 2004. Berry, Jennifer Ford. “Organize Now!: A Week-by-week Guide to Simplify Your Space and Your Life.” Array Cincinnati,
Ohio: Newton Abbot: Betterway, 2010. And you can also check out these web resources: • articles.extension.org/pages/14317/organize-your-important-household-papers • publications.usa.gov/epublications/ keeprecords/keeprecords.htm
Anna Sutterer lives in Centennial and is a sophomore at the University of Missouri.
Adam Speirs is an archivist with the Douglas County History Research Center
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Indulge smartly this holiday season Avoid weight gain from end-of-year festivities with a few simple tips By Alex DeWind adewind@coloradocommunitymedia.com Savory aromas of decadent foods accompany the holidays: Festivities revolve around rich dishes, mouthwatering desserts, sweet wines and dark malts. And it’s often difficult to resist the temptation to indulge in more than you should. Many who gain weight from now until Jan. 1 never actually lose those extra pounds, according to Colorado State University’s Kendall Anderson Nutrition Center. But don’t fear — simple tips and tricks abound to avoid the seemingly inevitable holiday pounds. Interviews with area residents and fitness experts combined with research from health websites offer the following mix of personal experience and professional advice. Foremost, start your day with exercise, whether it’s 15 minutes of jump rope or an hour walk around the block. It’s a natural energy booster and ensures better behavior throughout the day, according to health.com. “I have to work out first thing in the day,” Golden resident Kallie Leyba said. “If I ‘schedule’ it later in the day, I will always have a reason not to do it.” She also uses an app to track her daily activities. Smartphone apps, such as MyFitnessPal, Lose It and SparkPeople, log food consumption, caloric intake and exercise. To top it off, they’re free. There’s also wearable technology that monitors health. Fitbit, a sleek wristband, tracks day and nighttime activity, and it syncs to a smartphone so statistics can be viewed any time. “Stay active — 10,000 steps per day really helps cope with stress,” said Laura Brown, fitness coach and motivator in Highlands Ranch. “And stress is the key factor to ills and lack of motivation.” Try these multifunctional workouts if you can’t make time for the gym. Jump rope: According to WebMD, 10 to 15 minutes burns off the calories of a candy bar — about 150. Shovel snow: An hour can burn about 400 calories. Walk with handweights: Make it a full body workout. Clean the house: Get your cardio in by vacuuming, sweeping and dusting. Play games with the kids: Xbox and Wii have workout programs, such as EA Sports Active and Wii Fit, which make exercise a fun, family affair. “We are trying high-protein, lowcarb eating for the holidays,” said parent Lindsey Anderson, who lives in Highlands Ranch. “Then, it’s all up to the Xbox One and the two dance games that my children are getting for Christmas.” Remember to stay hydrated. Drinking water helps control calories, energize muscles, revive skin and maintain normal digestive function, according to WebMD. When it’s time for a holiday party or event, think about portions. Use a small plate — you’ll be mindful of how much food it holds. The Kendall Anderson Nutrition Center advises to skip second servings so you can enjoy a guilt-free dessert. And you’ll have more leftovers. If you’re dining out, try splitting a plate or taking half of it home for your next meal. “…most restaurants give you huge portions,” Highlands Ranch parent Trish Quirk noted. Keep your meals balanced, Brown said. And “eat before you are hungry,” sug-
Try snacking on fresh vegetables, which are low in fat and calories, nutrient packed and fiber rich. If you have a sweet tooth, go for sugar snap peas or red peppers. Photos by Alex DeWind
QUICK TIPS • Walk at least 10,000 steps per day. • Never show up to a party hungry. • Practice a three-bite rule for desserts.
‘Stay active — 10,000 steps per day really helps cope with stress. And stress is the key factor to ills and lack of motivation.’
• Eat slowly. • Invest in a smartphone app or wearable technology to track daily activity.
Laura Brown,
• Don’t make it all about food. Instead, socialize with friends and family.
Fitness coach and motivator
Sources: WebMD and Prevention.com
gested Michelle Medina, a stay-at-home mom in Highlands Ranch. “If I wait ’til I’m starving, I’ll consume a lot more.” Keep five things in mind during holiday festivities: Don’t arrive hungry: Make sure you eat enough throughout the day to avoid overeating. Take your time: You have the leisure to pick and choose what looks good and what will satisfy your hunger.
Practice self control: Listen to what your body needs. If you’re hungry, eat. When you’re full, stop. Pick your sweet treats wisely: Indulge, but don’t go crazy. WebMD recommends a three-bite rule when choosing desserts. Enjoy your food: Chew slowly and appreciate what you’re eating. And always prioritize sleep at the end of a long day. Harvard Medical
Indulge smartly — use a small plate for dessert and avoid second servings.
School reports lack of sleep affects mood, motivation, judgment and perception. The holidays often involve socializing and getting out of the house more than usual, which means “getting good sleep is key so our bodies and minds can get energized,” Brown said. Then you’ll be ready for the next funfilled event.
Fitbit, a wearable technology, tracks steps, sleep quality and other personal activities. And it syncs to a smartphone or computer to view statistics at any time.
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Exhibit takes art to higher plein Author coming to Koelbel Author Jamie Ford (“The House at the Corner of Bitter and Sweet” and “Songs of Willow Frost”) will speak at 7 p.m. Dec. 8 at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial. He will talk about a new book he is working on and how bits of forgotten history can inspire a book. This was sparked by the tale of a boy who was raffled off at the 1909 World’s Fair in Seattle. Refreshments will be served and there will be a book signing following Ford’s talk, with books supplied by Tattered Cover. To register, or for more information, call 303-LIBRARY or go to arapahoelibraries. org. An African Noel “An African Noel: Music for the Holiday Season” will include the Evergreen Chorale and the African percussion ensemble Kutandara in concert at 4:30 p.m. Dec. 6 at Rockland Community Church, 17 S. Mount Vernon Country Club Road, Golden and at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 11 at Central Presbyterian Church, 1660 Sherman St., Denver.
Tickets cost $24/$20/$16 at evergreenchorale.org or 303-674-4002.
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Holiday music at library A “White Christmas Holiday Music Review” featuring singers from the 17th Avenue Allstars and Pink Champagne musical groups will be presented at 2 p.m. Dec. 12 at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Free. 303-795-3961.
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Traditional Christmas concerts The Cherry Creek Presbyterian Church Choir, directed by Ken Cox, will present concerts of traditional Christmas music at 7 p.m. Dec. 11 and 12 and 3 p.m. Dec. 13 at Cherry Creek Presbyterian Church, 10150 E. Belleview Ave., in unincorporated Arapahoe County east of Interstate 25. 303-779-9909. Admission is free. Englewood Arts Presents “Northern Lights For the Holidays,” at 2 p.m. on Dec. 19, will be a chamber music concert in Hampden Hall, second level of the Englewood Civic Center, 1000 Englewood Parkway. Music by Sibelius, Nielsen and Arvo Part will be performed by Silver Ainomae, Colorado Symphony Orchestra principal cellist, and an ensemble of CSO musicians. Tickets: $20/$15 at the box office an hour before concert time.
Tartan Terrors Hear “Pachabel’s Canon” played on bagpipes and “Christmas in Kilarney” when the Tartan Terrors bring their mix of comedy, music and dance to the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons S., Lone Tree, at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 9. Tickets: lonetreeartscenter.org or 720-509-1000. Another ‘Nutcracker’ “George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker” on film is presented at 12:55 p.m. Dec. 8 and 7 p.m. Dec. 10 by Fathom Events and Lincoln Center at three south area cinemas: Greenwood Plaza, Greenwood Village; Regal River Point, Sheridan; and Highlands Ranch 24 AMC in Highlands Ranch. The New York City Ballet production includes the company’s roster of more than 90 dancers accompanied by a 62-piece orchestra. Tickets: fathomevents.com or at theater box offices. ‘Handel’s Messiah’ coming “Handel’s Messiah” will be presented by Augustana Arts at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11 at St. Andrew United Methodist Church 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. The Stratus Chamber Orchestra and the Seicento Baroque Ensemble, directed by David Rutherford, will be joined by soloists Pearl Rutherford, Sarah Barber, James Baumgardner and Steven Taylor. Tickets: $25/$20/$15/$10, augustanaarts.org, 303-892-5922.
Airport hotel is key piece of old vision More than 20 years after visionary planners conceived of a modern, globally connected airport with an on-site hotel and rail service to downtown Denver, the Nov. 19 opening of the Westin Denver International Airport completed that decades-old vision. Denver International Airport joined with Denver Mayor Michael B. Hancock and Westin Hotels and Resorts in celebrating the opening of the Westin Denver International Airport hotel and conference center and its adjoining open-air plaza, which sit upon the airport’s new transit center that is set to open in April 2016. Together, these projects make up the DEN Hotel and Transit Center. The glass and steel structure comprises more than 433,000 square feet. The modern hotel and conference center offers 519 guest rooms, 35 spacious suites and a 37,500-square-foot conference center. The conference center includes two ballrooms and 15 additional meeting rooms and boardrooms of varying sizes. The largest ballroom encompasses 7,500 square feet, accommodating up to 750 people. The meeting space’s most dramatic feature is a 10,000-square-foot prefunction area showcasing a panoramic, three-story, floor-to-ceiling glass wall that is approximately 100 feet wide. Guests of the Westin Denver International Airport can take advantage of RTD’s new University of Colorado A Line on April 22. The new light-rail service will take passengers from DIA to Denver Union Station in about 37 minutes. “Today, we open an entirely new chapter in our international airport’s history,” Hancock said. “With this stunning new hotel, conference center and openair plaza, we are elevating Denver and the Rocky Mountain region to new heights.” Airport CEO Kim Day added: “(The) opening of the Westin Denver International Airport marks the achievement of a major milestone toward our goal of solidifying DEN’s place on the world map, expanding economic growth in our region and elevating the overall travel experience in and through the Mile High City.” GVR’s Thomas feted I’ve said it before, but when you Google “customer service,” Steve Thomas’ picture pops up. Thomas, a 14-year assistant golf pro at Green Valley Ranch Golf Club, was roasted and toasted recently at the historic Cherry Creek North home of the golf course owner and head of Oakwood Homes Pat Hamill. The jovial party, held at Hamill’s Harman House, attracted Green Valley members, employees, family and fans of Thomas, the employee who exemplified hospitality and had a knack for making every player feel special. He is leaving the golf club, where he’s worked since it opened, to work with at his brother’s trucking business as well as trying his hand at day trading.
Hamill, who spoke during the festivities, warned Thomas the testimonials would be a combination of “honoring and roasting.” “This occasion gives me a heavy heart,” Hamill said. “You will always be a part of the family.” GVR President Kevin Laura called Thomas “the king of guest Penny Parker service.” He said, “You are the ambassador of GVR.” MILE HIGH To honor Thomas’ 14 years, LIFE Laura presented the man of the hour with the first Steven Mark Thomas Certificate of Merit, an award that the golf club plans to award annually to an employee who exhibits outstanding hospitality. Laura also awarded Thomas a lifetime honorary membership to the golf course — including a golf cart — the highest level of membership. Thomas, who seemed a bit overwhelmed by the attention, said, “I’m fighting back tears. Every last one of you guys are family to me. We were there, and we did that.” I will miss you, Mr. Handsome. You are a doll. Ice rink opens downtown The Downtown Denver Partnership and Southwest Airlines kicked off the sixth consecutive year of the Southwest Rink at Skyline Park at 16th and Arapahoe on Nov. 24. Southwest Airlines and the Downtown Denver Partnership invited families from Children’s Hospital Colorado to the Southwest Rink to be among the first to skate on the freshly frozen ice. Rink season runs through Feb. 15. The Southwest Rink offers free ice skating seven days a week. Skaters are welcome to bring their own skates or rent a pair for $2. For more information and rink hours, please visit www.SouthwestRink.com. Overheard Eavesdropping on a man’s Facebook post: “Sign on Colorado Blvd: ‘Nothing says Thanksgiving more than pumpkin pie wrestling at Shotgun Willies!’ Geez, try answering the question, ‘What is pumpkin pie wrestling, Daddy?’ from your 5-year-old daughter.” Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, businesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for Blacktie-Colorado.com. You can subscribe and read her columns (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) at www. blacktie-colorado.com/pennyparker. She can be reached at parkerp1953@gmail.com or at 303-619-5209.
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The Colorado Plein Air Art exhibit is open at the Denver Central Library. According to local painter Mark Akins, who has three pieces in the show, it represents painters from across the country, who came to on-location sites in Colorado to paint. His 24-by-20-inch painting was done at the Aspenglen campground at Rocky Mountain National Park. “I lost my light the first day,” he said, “and returned at the same time the next day to finish it.” Akins also has a painting accepted in the Littleton “Own an Original” exhibit at the Littleton Museum.
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Own an Original exhibit reaches major milestone 50th annual show held at Littleton Museum
By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com When Littleton was building Bemis Library, there were decisions to be made about prospective gifts from the community, as well as how to plan for the art displays that were seen as an integral part of the building’s function. The Littleton Library Art Selection Committee was appointed by the city council to form policies and make decisions about art, expanding into citywide responsibilities. It is now called the Littleton Fine Arts Board. Among the panel’s early events was the first Own an Original exhibit at the library. It was designed to give local artists a place to exhibit their art and to offer local residents a nearby resource for buying and collecting original artworks. On Nov. 19, the 50th annual Own an Original opened at the Littleton Museum — a considerably more sophisticated collection of works, submitted by artists throughout the metro area. A total of 305 works were submitted for jurying by 107 artists. Realist and abstract visions appear — along with points in between, such as Littleton artist Michelle Lamb’s carefully crafted sculptures of mythical animals. Prominent Denver sculptor Reven Marie Swanson, who has public art pieces in local parks, was the 2015 juror and she selected 65 pieces by 52 artists for the exhibit. (Curator Teri White said 48 new artists entered this year’s competition.) There are more three-dimensional works than in previous years, which gives the exhibit a lively appearance. The Best of Show award winner is in fact one of those three-dimensional pieces. It’s an airy-looking mixed media mobile called “Shifts in the Wind” by Mattie O, who was not able to attend the opening reception. She also had her “Zen Mobile” included
“Pull” by Heidi Rounds is a pastel pencil drawing that won first place in the 2015 Own an Original exhibit at the Littleton Museum. The eyes follow the visitor. Photo by Sonya Ellingboe
IF YOU GO The 50th annual Own an Original exhibition runs through Jan. 26 at the Littleton Museum, 6028 S. Gallup St., Littleton, during museum hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays to Fridays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays; 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays. Closed Mondays and official holidays. 303-795-3950. Admission is free.
in the show. Both float above viewers and dance in the air as they walk through the gallery. First place winner was Heidi Rounds for a remarkable drawing called “Pull.” The man’s eyes follow one around the gallery. Second place went to Tomiko Takeda of Highlands Ranch for her oil painting, “Shadows — Reflections of Life” (she was top award winner in Lone Tree’s recent Art Expo). Robert Gray, also from Highlands Ranch, won third place with his brightly colored acrylic image of a fly fisherman, “The Cast.” The juror also exhibits a trio of butterfly mobiles created in cast glass and steel, which deliver an environmentalist’s message to the world. (Near the gallery entrance.)
THE NUTCRACKER OF PARKER Dec. 17 - 20
The Colorado School of Dance presents Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic.
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Sculptor Reven Marie Swanson, in her usual attire, was the Own an Original juror for the 2015 show. She creates large steel public sculptures that are exhibited across the country, as well as other smaller-scale works. This one was just shipped to Lake Oswego, Oregon. Courtesy photo
EXHIBIT JUROR IS ACCOMPLISHED ARTIST Own an Original juror Reven Marie Swanson grew up in Colorado, playing outdoors and enjoying the natural world. Her sculptures — kinetic and still — reflect her love of nature and her wish to protect and conserve flora and fauna. She graduated from CU-Boulder in 1988 and began her career as a stone carver, living and working in Italy for a period. When she returned, she became an apprentice to Denver sculptor Robert Mangold, who creates large public sculptures. She still works as his assistant in addition to doing her own work — and exhibits at his Artyard Gallery. Her website lists numerous public art commissions, exhibits, awards and
related publications. On Nov. 23, she finished installing a sculpture at Commonwealth, a new building at Ridgegate Parkway and Bellwether Lane, and she’s working on an Aurora project. Regarding the Own an Original exhibit, she said, “I was really taken aback at the quality of the work.” It’s not always apparent when one judges through digital images: “I gambled on some pieces,” she said. She also mentioned the importance of carefully planned, well-lit photographs to be used in the entry applications. “Tell me a story — perhaps from different angles … Shoot outdoors where the light is better …”
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‘Shrek’ is perfect holiday show on Littleton stage
Costumes, choreography among highlights of spectacular play
By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com New Yorker cartoonist William Steig wrote one of his unusual children’s books in 1990 — about an unhappy green ogre named “Shrek,” who was sent off to live alone in the Swamp as a 7-year-old by his parents — because that’s what ogres do. “It’s a Bright, Beautiful World,” they assure the sad little guy as he trudges away. He grows up defensive of his personal, swampy space and convinced his homeliness condemns him to a life alone. “Shrek” was developed first in London’s West End, then came across the pond to Broadway. Music is by Jeanine Tesori; book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire; originally produced as an animated film by Dreamworks Productions. Todd Debreceni has constructed the many clever prosthetic makeup effects that include puffy green hands for the ogre characters, especially for T.J. Hogle, who is reprising the roe of Shrek. Young ogres become older and uglier, and some fairy-tale characters had Hogle’s help as well, I think. (It was fun to see everyone involved with the production sprouting little green ears on opening night.) In the meantime, Princess Fiona (Rebekah Ortiz) has been sent to live in a tower guarded by a fire-breathing dragon — with a curse hanging over her head. The book’s original panels were illustrated with fanciful characters as Steig happily introduced an entire realm of fairy-tale personalities, accumulated from tales we all know, to Shrek’s lonely swamp: Pinnochio, Three Bears, Three Little Pigs, Sugar Plum Fairy, Mad Hatter, Big Bad Wolf, Peter Pan, Wicked Witch, Elf, Fairy Godmother, White Rabbit, a delightful crew of tap-dancing gray rats (Cinderella’s coach horses), gingerbread boy, and assorted other magical personalities …
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T.J. Hogle as Shrek and Rebekah Ortiz as Fiona in “Shrek” at Town Hall Arts Center through Dec. 27. Courtesy photo The costumes for this show, by Terri and Laurie Fong, are worth the price of a ticket — they are absolutely wonderful, as are Bob Wells’ spot-on direction and Kelly Kates’ choreography. One wonders how Wells kept track of the character changes, entrances and exits of all these critters and fanciful folks (highly organized, though at times chaotic in appearance). They have a credo of “Keep Your Freak Flag Flying” that delivers a message of tolerance threading through the musical. And then there’s the live-wire donkey (Tyrell Ray), who becomes Shrek’s sidekick — and the vertically challenged Lord Farquaad (a skilled Cory Wendling), who wants
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to marry Fiona so he can become king, in a particularly fine performance. Master puppeteer Cory Gilstrap has created a huge red dragon and taught a group of actors to manipulate it so it fills the stage for a scene, like a traditional Chinese Dragon Dance puppet. Donna Debrecini is musical director and recorded the not-entirely-memorable score for the large cast so the musical flows really smoothly, despite outbursts by Donkey and others that are all precisely timed. This is a perfect holiday confection for all but the tiniest theater fan. Not sugary-sweet, but one to inspire kindness — what better message for the festival of light and love?
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IF YOU GO “Shrek” plays through Dec. 27 at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St. in downtown Littleton. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Dec. 23; 2 p.m. on Nov. 28, Dec. 5, 12, 19 and 24 as well as on Sundays and 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 13. Lots of extra performances — and we bet this production will sell out. If you don’t have tickets, call 303-794-2787, ext. 5 — or visit townhallartscenter.org — soon! (Tickets: $25 to $44).
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December 4, 2015 This small painting of a thistle is included in an assemblage of plant images that make up the crossshaped “Love” exhibited at Outnumbered Gallery in Littleton. Courtesy images
This image of a passion flower is among the plant forms that comprise the cross-shaped “Love,” which is on display at Outnumbered Gallery in Littleton.
‘Unappreciated’ nature gets its due in artworks
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IF YOU GO Christa McFarland’s paintings are included with art by many other creatives in the large, light-filled Outnumbered Gallery at 5654 South Prince St. in downtown Littleton; outnumberedgallery.com, 720-389-9085 or 303-999-6105. Hours: noon to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fridays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. Outnumbered Gallery owner Sudee Floyd has been at the center of recent art activities in downtown Littleton, encour-
By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com Christa McFarland paints pictures of plants: weeds, seeds, wildflowers, soil — “unappreciated elements of nature,” as opposed to prize-winning roses or peonies. She remembers growing up in Kansas and observing nature on Colorado’s trails — and records what she see in acrylic paints on raw wood panels. Her paintings express a deep involvement with the natural world and her relationship to it. She had been an elementary-school teacher, and while on a sabbatical in Europe, she resolved to move into a
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Depot Art Gallery all about holidays
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The Depot Art Gallery, with its bright red and green paint, gives the visitor the effect of walking into a living Christmas card. Inside, in December, that image continues with decorations and one-of-a-kind gifts, created by the Littleton Fine Arts Guild’s members and invited guests, enlisted by member Renee Ziccardi. Paintings, photographs and drawings fill the walls of the 19thcentury Santa Fe Railroad depot, while tables and shelves hold pottery mugs, cookie jars, bowls and more; wood items, such as cutting boards; art cards (including holiday note cards that are a gift themselves). Also: framed mini prints for only $20, handmade miniature
The Depot Art Gallery is at 2069 W. Powers Ave. in downtown Littleton — just north of the Courthouse and Buck Recreation Center. 303-7950781. Admission is free as is parking. journals and bright, unusual jewelry. A special invitation: Starting Dec. 8 and ending Dec. 11, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Depot offers shoppers a complimentary lunch so working people can visit the gallery, meet some artists and shop during their lunch hour. The Depot Gallery will have extended hours through Dec. 27: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. 303-795-0781.
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Reindeer guard the art in the Holiday Express exhibit at the Depot Art Gallery. Courtesy photos
Pottery by Joni Leib of Littleton is included in the Holiday Express exhibit at the Depot Art Gallery.
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Aurora performance shows versatility Entertainer got start as teen busker in Denver
By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com “Voddville,” written by Hitchcock Taylor (aka local entertainer Dave Shirley) and Robert Dubac, who wrote “The Male Intellect: An Oxymoron,” opens at the Aurora Fox Studio Theatre with a large screen and a few props visible. Projections on the screen show a crowd. Enter Hitchcock Taylor, a modern-looking man, who performs as a mime would — silent — but this mime has contemporary technology at hand, so he can perform tricks that leave a viewer wondering: “How in the world did he do that?” An ongoing chain of sound effects includes an occasional yowl from a backstage kitty, music, the clatter of junk falling whenever Taylor steps
IF YOU GO “Hitchcock Taylor’s Voddville” plays through Dec. 6 at the Aurora Fox Studio Theatre, 9900 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora. Tickets: $25/$22, aurorafoxartscenter.org, 303-739-1970. behind the screen … He can reach behind that screen and pull out an item we’ve seen projected or send off for a dose of happiness and retrieve a large “happiness”-labeled box. Soon he’s wearing an oversized gold chain, juggling oranges and contemplating a large inflated doll, which sags and re-inflates, with no apparent help. The versatile Hitchcock started busking as a teenager, created Rattlebrain Theater Company, performing in the lower level space in the May D&F tower on the 16th Street Mall for several years. He is the writer of “Santa’s Big Red Sack,” which plays at the
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Hitchcock Taylor (aka Dave Shirley) and Robert Dubac wrote the comical/technical theater piece “Voddville,” which Taylor is performing at the Aurora Fox Studio Theatre through Dec. 6. Photo by Steve Hirsch
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Clothing-X-Change, at 311 E. County Line Road, has its third annual ugly Christmas sweater selection. Owner Elizabeth Blume spends months collecting vintage sweaters and decorations. Photo by Alex DeWind
Clothing-X-Change has everything from classic Eddie Bauer knits to hand-stitched cardigans, just in time for National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day on Dec. 18.
Store’s sweaters are merry and bright Shop on County Line Road offers selection of the ‘ugly’ garments By Alex DeWind adewind@coloradocommunitymedia.com An ugly Christmas sweater should be somewhat obnoxious, a little tacky and — most importantly — fun. At one Littleton consignment store, you’ll find many to fit that definition. Clothing-X-Change has more than 400 vintage sweaters that are hand-decorated with festive ornaments, blinking lights and other comical trinkets.
“People just think it’s a hoot,” owner Elizabeth Blume said. “We have everyone young and old coming in.” Ugly Christmas sweaters have become so popular there’s now an organization and national holiday, which this year falls on Dec. 18. The purpose is to “make the holidays fun… the way they were intended to be,” the National Ugly Sweater Day website says. And Clothing-X-Change, at 311 E. County Line Road, has a one-of-a-kind selection. Blume, a Colorado native, has more than 25 years of experience in the fashion industry. She has a degree in design and merchandising from Colorado State University and a master’s in international business and marketing from Regis University. In her early career, she designed sweaters for The
Limited, a women’s clothing company, and traveled internationally. She’s owned Clothing-X-Change for the past five years. It’s her third year selling ugly Christmas sweaters. Blume was first inspired by Tipsy Elves, an apparel company featured on ABC’s “Shark Tank” in 2013, that manufactures tacky, holiday-themed sweaters. She spends months collecting recycled materials for the holiday season. And around Thanksgiving, she hosts a Sunday brunch where friends, family and employees decorate the ugly sweaters. “I find old sweaters in every nook and cranny,” Blume said. “We all just love to laugh and really get into the holiday season.”
Each sweater is different. There’s a conservative selection of classic brands collected over the years, such as Pendleton Woolen Mills, Talbots and Eddie Bauer. There are also brightly decorated, handstitched cardigans and simple, open vests. And it makes for a fun outing. Blume often sees couples and friends peruse the ugly sweaters for a good laugh. Or she sees giddy parents as they pick the perfect outfit for their child. One day, two young men spent at least two hours trying on different sweaters, employee Jenn Moran said. It’s a busy project, but Blume likes to make people happy, she said: “It brings a lot of love and laughter.”
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Elizabeth grad works in NATO nerve center Soldier manages computers for Kabul operation facility
By Ben Wiebesiek bwiebesiek@coloradocommunitymedia To maintain a technological advantage in 21st-century combat, the U.S. Army relies on its information technology specialists, who plan, manage and troubleshoot military computer systems. Jacob Craig, 23, from Elizabeth, is one of those U.S. Army Reserve specialists working in Kabul, Afghanistan. And for him, this deployment is more than on-the-job training for a career in the IT field; it’s a way to also protect his nation and his family. “Through my early teens, I really started getting into building computers and it really started with gaming,” Craig said. “I started liking the management idea of computers: building them and managing them and setting up networks and everything like that.” After graduating from Elizabeth High School in 2010, Craig worked two jobs and started classes at Arapahoe Community College. But he soon felt that he needed a change. “I just felt it wasn’t for me and I felt that I wanted to do something that had more meaning in my life,” Craig said. “I signed a contract that weekend, and I joined straight into the Army Reserves.” Because of Craig’s level of knowledge about computer systems, his recruiter was able to directly contact the unit Craig wanted to join: the 1st Space Brigade. “Because I was joining straight into the Reserves, I wanted a job field applicable to student life as well as the military,” Craig said. “I tried to get on deployments for two years, and this was the fourth deployment I volunteered for.” He joined the Army as an information technology specialist 4 1/2 years ago and has since switched to be a geospatial engineer. Job training for a geospatial engineer requires 10 weeks of basic combat training and 18 weeks of advanced individual training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom; the rest is spent in the field with on-the-job instructions, including instructions for geographic information systems. “My day-to-day job consists of checking the network to make sure that there’s no network failures and everyone can access email and the Internet,” Craig said, but he acknowledged that many aspects of his job he can’t share even with his own family.
Specialist Jacob Craig, 23, is from Elizabeth and serves in Afghanistan as an IT specialist. He graduated from Elizabeth High School in 2010. Courtesy photo Craig manages all the classified and unclassified computer systems and phones for U.S. and NATO systems in the Combined Joint Operations Center for the U.S.-led Resolute Support Mission in Afghanistan. Craig describes the center as the type of “situation room” that frequently appears in military movies. “The CJOC is a U.S.-led office that also hosts other NATO nations. It’s mainly tracking events that happen in Afghanistan,” Craig said. “There are 22 different nations working directly in the CJOC. Sometimes there is a small language barrier, but it’s cool to see different cultures and different ideas.” He views this deployment as an opportunity to grow in his life as well as his military career.
“This gives me some really good experience for when I come home and start applying for civilian jobs again,” Craig said. “I’m looking for some IT jobs kind of like what I’m doing here.” Craig has enjoyed seeing the world, but he wants to start his civilian IT career in Colorado. “Honestly, the one thing I definitely want to do is have a nice long dinner with my family, my girlfriend and her daughter,” Craig said. “This has been beneficial for civilian employment, but part of why this has been a good experience has been the feeling of family, of brotherhood and sisterhood with other people that you’re serving with. And above that, the sense of pride that I’m part of that 1 percent that stood to fight for this country.”
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Family Christmas Pageant Grace Place Children’s Ministry kicks off the Christmas season with a reminder of the true meaning of Christmas at its family Christmas pageant from 6:308:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, at Cherry Hills Community Church, 3900 Grace Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Whip up your favorite dessert, and bring it and your family for a kid-friendly dinner, potluck dessert buffet and an evening filled with games, Christmas crafts, and a carol singalong. Come dressed as your favorite nativity character and participate in a re-enactment of the Christmas Story. Children ages 2 and younger are free. Contact Will Larsen at wlarsen@chcc.org with questions. Go to www.cherryhills.com or call 303-325-8904. Holiday Kickoff Lone Tree Arts Center Guild plans its holiday kickoff at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, at the Lone Tree Arts Center Event Hall. Before you attend the Nutcracker, join the guild for an evening filled with a carol singalong, cookies and cocoa for the while family. The holiday tree lighting is at 6:50 p.m. Event is free; no reservations needed.
Hanukkah Celebrations Chabad Jewish Center of South Metro Denver will celebrate Hanukkah at 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, at the Eastridge Recreation Center, 9568 S. University Blvd. Along with the lighting of the 10-foot menorah, enjoy hot latkes, fresh doughnuts, arts and crafts and more. Children will receive a special Hanukkah gift. Parker Mayor Mike Waid, Parker City Council members and Rabbi Avraham Mintz will celebrate at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, at O’Brien Park, Parker. On Thursday, Dec. 18, join Congressmen Mike Coffman and Rabbi Avraham Mintz in celebrating Hanukkah at 5:30 p.m. at the Streets at SouthGlenn, Centennial. Program features a special performance by the students of Chabad Hebrew School. For information, contact Chabad Jewish Center of South Metro Denver 303-792-7222 or visit www.DenverJewishCenter.com. Only Carols Christmas Concert Welcome the Christmas season with St. Andrew United Methodist Church’s 150-member choir and full professional orchestra featuring Christmas carols through the ages. The only carols Christmas concert is at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, at the church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Carols from many countries and styles will be visited along with opportunities for audience sing along. Concert is free and open to the public. A freewill offering will be taken. Contact Mark Zwilling at mzwilling@ st-andrew-umc.com or 303-794-2683. Douglas County 4-H Open House Learn about the opportunities available through the 4-H program at an open house from 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, at Kirk Hall, Douglas County Fairgrounds, Castle Rock. Enjoy free hands-on activities related to 4-H projects such as wildlife, rocketry, shooting sports, cake decorating, global citizenship, dogs, fashion and more. Go to www.douglascountyextension.org or call the CSU Extension Office at 720-733-6940. ACC December Concerts Arapahoe Community College plans three concerts in December. The ACC string orchestra performs Wednesday, Dec. 9; the jazz ensemble performs Friday, Dec. 11; the choir performs Monday, Dec. 14. All three performances are free and open to the public. They each begin at 7 p.m. in the Waring Theatre, Room M2900, at ACC in Littleton. Contact Hidemi Matsushita at hidemi.matsushita@arapaho.edu or 303797-5867. Lecture on WWI The Castle Rock Historical Society welcomes Joe Clements, speaking about World War I, at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Clements is part of a group that gives OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) lectures for older learners who want to keep learning throughout life. Refreshments will be served at 6:45 p.m. Contact the Castle Rock Museum at 303-814-3164, museum@castlerockhistoricalsociety.org or www.castlerockhistoricalsociety.org. Admission is free. FIND MORE THINGS TO DO ONLINE ColoradoCommunityMedia.com/events
‘Frozen!’ Family Program Spotlight Performing Arts Center presents “Frozen!” a fun show for the entire family complete with Anna, Elsa, dancing trolls and, of course, Olaf. Show is the product of a 15-week class for children ages 5-18 years old. Performances are at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, on Spotlight’s on-site stage at 6328 E. County Line Road in Highlands Ranch. Call Spotlight at 720-443-2623 or visit www.spotlightperformers.com for information and to purchase tickets. ‘Sound of Music’ Auditions Spotlight Performing Arts Center will have auditions for “Sound of Music!” at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8. This 15-week class teaches acting, singing and dancing technique while producing a full-length musical production. Children ages 5-18 years old are encouraged to audition. Classes are from 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesdays at Spotlight, 6328 E. County Line Road, Highlands Ranch, with performances in April. Call Spotlight at 720-443-2623 or visit www.spotlightperformers.com for information and tuition rates.
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Holiday Concert The Littleton Symphony Orchestra presents its annual holiday concert, A Littleton Symphony Family Christmas, at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St., Littleton. Tickets are available at the Gorsett Violin Shop, 8100 S. Quebec St., and online at www.littletonsymphony. org. For a group discount for 10-plus, or for more information, call 303-933-6824.
Christmas concert, “Joy to the World,” at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 11-12, and 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, at 10150 E. Belleview Ave., Greenwood Village. No admission charge. Tickets available at the door, or may be ordered by phone at 303-779-9909 or online at www.cherrycreekpres.org. Childcare available by reservation to the phone number. Bring the whole family for this program of beautiful music that will inspire and delight. Holiday Variety Show Spotlight Performing Arts Center presents the annual “Holiday Variety Show,” featuring singers, dancers and tumblers, at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, at Spotlight Performing Arts Center, 6328 E. County Line Road, Unit 102, Highlands Ranch. Proceeds from the production provide Christmas gifts, toys, and food for needy families in our community this Christmas season. Call Spotlight at 720-443-2623 or visit www.spotlightperformers.com for information and tickets. White Christmas Holiday Music Review Celebrate the season with the White Christmas Holiday Music Review featuring a quartet of singers from the 17th Avenue Allstars and the Pink Champagne musical groups. Program is at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Singers will bring to life the music and magic of the classic film “White Christmas.” Reminisce with other holiday classics including “Winter Wonderland,”“Sleigh Ride,”“The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,”“I’ll be Home for Christmas,” and more. The performers have worked with nationally recognized choruses and have appeared with the Denver Center Theater Company, The Boulder Dinner Theater and the Winterpark Jazz Festival. Call 303-795-3961. The Manhattan Transfer This 10-time Grammy winning vocal quartet has enchanted audiences for over 40 years with their eclectic styles of music from classic American standards, to pop and jazz. “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” with these vocal virtuosos as they bring you the harmonies of the holiday season. Show is at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. For tickets and information, go to www.ParkerArt.org or call 303-805-6800. Santa’s Toy Box Concert The Castle Rock Orchestra presents its Santa’s Toy Box Concert featuring traditional favorites such as Nutcracker and Sleigh Ride, movie music favorites from Frozen and Star Wars, and new soon-to-be favorites such as Santa at the Symphony and Santa’s Noisy Toyshop. Toys for Tots will be on-site to collect any new, unwrapped presents for children in need. The performance is at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, at First United Methodist Church, 1200 South St., Castle Rock. Suggested admission is $5 per person. Visit www.CastleRockOrchestra.org.
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Register at www.AdventuresInDance.com or call 720-276place at Tattered Cover, Aspen Grove Shopping Center, 7301 S. Santa Fe Drive, 0562. Littleton. Call 303-470-7050. Music Students to Perform Venice: Biography of a City Students of Douglas Elbert Music Association will perform from 3-6 p.m. Friday, Perhaps no other city in the world conjures such distinct images as the gondolas Dec. 4, at Cookies and Crema, 4284 Trail Boss Drive, Ste 100, Castle Rock. The plying the canals of Venice. Join Active Mines from 3-4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. students will again perform from 12:45-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, at Tagawa 9, for a virtual tour of this beautiful and historic city that is visited by more Gardens, 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial. Both performances are open to the than 20 million tourists each year. We will cover the story of the city, the most public. Call Ann Riggs at 303-841-2976. DEMTA members are independent and notable features, and end with a look at what the future holds for this city which school music teachers who work in Parker, Castle Rock, Elizabeth, Littleton and is both sinking and shrinking as the waters rise and the full time residents move Aurora. Go to www.demta.org. away. Program takes place at RiverPointe, 5225 S. Prince St., Littleton. Program is free; RSVP at 303-797-0600. Social Swing Sampler Discover a new world of swing dance with the East Coast swing, the West Coast PJs with Santa swing, jive and hustle. Swing Sampler offers four hours of instruction, from Arapahoe Community College plans its annual PJs with Santa holiday event 6-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, and Friday, Dec. 11, at Adventures in Dance, 1500 W. at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, in The Summit Room at the Littleton campus. Enjoy Littleton Blvd., Ste. 207, Littleton. Register at www.AdventuresInDance.com or dinner, dessert and storytelling, along with a special appearance by Santa Claus. call 720-276-0562. Purchase tickets in advance at the Student Life Office, Room M2820. Contact student.activities@arapahoe.edu or call 303-797-5668. Musical Merry Season at PACE Some of the nation’s best performers and local homegrown favorites will help Holiday Adopt-A-Family, Senior celebrate the holiday season at the PACE Center in Parker. From Friday to South Metro Housing Options seeks community sponsors to “adopt” families Sunday, Dec. 4-6, the Parker Chorale and Parker Symphony Orchestra will treat (or senior/or disabled residents) this holiday season. Sponsors choose the size audiences to traditional carols, familiar songs, and a few surprises in “A Classic of a family (or a senior/disabled resident) to assist and are then provided with Parker Holiday.” Shows are at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4-5 and 2 p.m. Dec. 6. The Manhatwish lists and program information. There is no minimum contribution required tan Transfer performs at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12. The PACE holiday season to participate. Sponsors deliver donations to SMHO Resident Services at 5844 S. wraps up Thursday to Sunday, Dec. 17-20, with the Colorado School of Dance Datura St. (Bradley House) and the staff will coordinate distribution to residents. performing The Nutcracker of Parker. Show times are at 7 p.m. all four days and The deadline for delivery of resident donations is noon, Monday, Dec. 14. For 2 p.m. Dec. 19-20. Tickets for all shows are available by calling 303-805-6800 or information or to be a sponsor, contact Kathie Covell, resident services manager, going to www.ParkerArts.org. at 303-794-3276 or kcovell@smho.co; or Jebe Pens, senior services coordinator, at 303-241-4211 or jpens@smho.co. Advent Recitals Take a midday break to enjoy music of the season and a light soup lunch at noon 2015 Holiday Sale Wednesdays during Advent at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. The Friends of the Littleton Library and Museum presents its 2015 holiday sale University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. The Advent recitals include the St. Andrew through noon Thursday, Dec. 24, at the Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., LittleSisters on Wednesday, Dec. 9; and Bill and Sheila Hamaker on Wednesday, ton. Books are in pristine, giftable condition, with new fiction, classics, poetry, Dec. 16. Lunch is offered for a $3.50 donation. Contact Mark Zwilling at mzwillhistory, home decorating, art appreciation, cookbooks, and more. Sale is open ing@st-andrew-umc.com or 303-794-2683. during library hours; cash or checks accepted. Arapahoe Philharmonic Presents ‘Holiday Fireworks’ A Hudson Christmas The Arapahoe Philharmonic, under the direction of Devin Patrick Hughes, The Hudson Gardens & Event Center presents A Hudson Christmas on select presents its Holiday Fireworks concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, at Mission nights from through Saturday, Jan. 2. Guests will enjoy a festive holiday light Hills Church, 620 SouthPark Drive, Littleton. The concert includes festive music display, free wagon rides, free visits with Santa Claus (through Dec. 23) and by George Frideric Handel, Anatoly Liadov, Otto Nicolai, and Sergei Prokofiev, more. The outdoor walking path winds through Hudson Gardens, featuring more and settings of beloved holiday classics including Adeste Fidelis and Stille Nacht. than 250,000 twinkling lights and is wheelchair and stroller accessible. Tickets Maestro Hughes will give a preconcert talk at 6:45 p.m. Visit www.arapahoe-phil. are available starting Monday, Nov. 23 at www.altitudetickets.com, in person org or call the Arapahoe Philharmonic office at 303-781-1892 for tickets and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Hudson Gardens’ Welcome Center, or at the door information. on event nights. The Hudson Gardens & Event Center is at 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive in Littleton. Parking is free. Schedule and more information at www.hudsongarHandel’s ‘Messiah’ dens.org. Augustana Arts presents Handel’s “Messiah,” performed by the Stratus ChamSoles4Souls Collection ber Orchestra and Seicento Baroque Ensemble, at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Drop off new and used shoes from Thanksgiving until Christmas at the Re/Max Alliance office of agent Cathy Howrey, 18551 E. Mainstreet, Suite 2A, Parker. Tickets are available by calling 303-892-5922 or going to www.augustanaarts. Soles4Souls is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting poverty org. through the distribution of shoes. Go to www.soles4souls.org/get-involved/ Christmas Concert The Cherry Creek Presbyterian choir and orchestra present their annual Calendar continues on Page 21
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Christmas Tree Lot Get the perfect Christmas tree at Boy Scout Troop 780’s tree lot, open from 5-9 p.m. weekdays; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays, and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays, at the south corner of Meadows Boulevard and Ambrosia Street, Castle Rock. The Scouts will sell fresh-cut trees, wreaths and garland. Free Nutrition, Cooking Class Free Heart Health nutrition classes and cooking demonstrations are offered from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9 (Heart Disease Reversal Diets) at the South Denver Heart Center, 1000 Southpark Drive, Littleton. Join Richard Collins, M.D., “The Cooking Cardiologist,” along with Susan Buckley, RD, CDE, as they share their expertise on Heart Healthy nutrition and cooking solutions. For
Commitment Day 5K Fun Run/Walk Life Time Fitness in Parker kicks off the New Year with a part run/walk, part festival that includes an expo with numerous vendors on race morning. Run starts at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 1, at Life Time Fitness, 9250 Crown Crest Blvd., Parker. Event is open to runners and walkers of all levels and abilities. Members and nonmembers welcome. Discounted registration available through Sunday, Dec. 13. Children 12 and younger may register for free with a registered adult. Go to www.commitmentday.com/ colorado/parker-aurora. Group training for the event started Tuesday, Nov. 10; go to www.lifetimerun. com/group-run-training/co-commitment-day-5k2016-parker. Contact Heather Crosby at hcrosby@ lifetimefitness.com for additional information.
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Mackintosh Academy Open House Mackintosh Academy’s pre-K through eighth-grade
program is seeking curious, creative students whose parents understand that children today need a different kind of education to meet the complex challenges of a changing world. An open house is planned from 9-10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, at 7018 S. Prince St., Littleton. An IB World School with a gifted and creative focus, Mackintosh Academy offers small class sizes, focuses on individual learning styles, and uses a whole-child approach. Contact Beth Steklac at 303-794-6222 or beth@mackintoshacademy. com. Go to www.mackintoshacademy.com/ admissions/information-nights-tours-openhouses/ Practice English Skills Practice your English class gives adult mixed level English language learners an opportunity to practice speaking English. Adults from all levels and language backgrounds are welcome at 10:30 a.m. Saturdays at Douglas County Libraries in Parker, 10851 S. Crossroads Drive, and in Highlands Ranch, James H. LaRue branch, 9292
Ridgeline Blvd. No registration is required. Continuing Education Program Metropolitan State College of Denver offers a continuing education program for adults. Most classes are from 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays, for two to four weeks, and cost varies. Most take place at the Student Success Building on the Auraria Campus, with other classes taking place at the South Campus (I-25 and Orchard) and the Center For Visual Arts on Santa Fe Drive. For list of classes, go to www.msudenver.edu/learnon or call 303-556-3657. Application not required. More information on Facebook www.Facebook. com/msudenverlearnoninitiative. Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.
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Valor’s defense stops Cherry Creek Eagles rally to oust Bruins in semifinals, setting up title contest with Pomona By Jim Benton jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com Valor Christian’s football team is known as an offensive juggernaut, but the Eagles can also play good defense. Despite being outgained 288-233 in total offense, the Eagles’ defense sparked a comeback as Valor Christian rallied for 14 fourth-quarter points Nov. 28 to pull out a 20-10 Class 5A semifinal victory over Cherry Creek on a cold afternoon at the Stutler Bowl. Valor earned its second win this season over Cherry Creek, the team that beat the Eagles 25-24 in last season’s state championship game. The Eagles will now play Pomona on Dec. 5 at Sports Authority Field at Mile High in the 2015 state title contest. The Eagles will be playing in their seventh straight state championship game and seeking their sixth crown in three different classifications. Valor (11-2) will take a 10-game winning streak downtown to face the Panthers (103), who beat previously undefeated Columbine, 21-20, in the Nov. 28 semifinals. “Our defense played exceptionally well in the second half and really played well in the first half, too,” said Valor coach Rod Sherman. “And Cherry Creek is an exceptional football team. We could play 100 times and 100 games would be very close like the last four have been.” Valor trailed 10-6 at halftime. Creek had several fourth-quarter chances thwarted by the Valor defense, which was led by linebackers Gabriel Kortez, Cole
Valor Christian’s Tanner Tadra blocks a punt from Cherry Creek’s Charlie Scott. Photo by Paul DiSalvo Baker and Christian Ellis. “When you have two good teams playing, that’s what happens,” Creek coach Dave Logan said. “I’m proud of how we played. I wanted to get a timeout on the fourth-and-one, but didn’t get the timeout in time. We played hard. Jon VanDiest (defensive lineman) broke his arm on the first series, but I was realistic. We congratulate Valor. We played a really good team, and we played hard. There were just two or three plays we didn’t execute.” On Creek’s first possession of the second half, the Bruins, who had a punt blocked in the first half, had a 22-yard field goal attempt by Charlie Scott blocked by Ben Waters.
With 11:09 left in the game, Creek faced and fourth-and-one from the Bruins’ 39yard line, but Logan couldn’t get a timeout called. Kory Taylor was stopped short, and the Eagles went 39 yards in nine plays with quarterback Dylan McCaffrey sneaking for a 1-yard touchdown, which helped Valor gain a 13-10 lead. During the drive, Booker Schelhaas caught a short pass from McCaffrey, then fumbled, and the Bruins’ Reid Weber recovered. But after along discussion, officials ruled the play was over when Schelhaas fumbled, and the Valor drive continued at the Creek 22-yard line. After Valor grabbed the 13-10 lead, Cherry Creek moved to the Valor Christian 49-yard line when a pass from Bruins’
freshman quarterback Alex Padilla, who was playing for the injured Joe Caplis, went off the hands of Kyree Owens and was picked off by Baker. “I said, ‘Oh, I got this one,’” said Baker. “I’m kind of upset that I couldn’t take it into the end zone, but I tripped over myself. I was disappointed but I still got the interception. It definitely feels good to win especially beating them in the Stutler Bowl.” Valor didn’t score, which gave Creek another chance, but Ellis sealed the win when he intercepted a Padilla pass and returned it 17 yards for the touchdown as the Eagles increased their lead to 20-10 following Jarred Kendziorski’s extra point with 2:08 remaining in the game. “We ran our regular coverage,” Ellis said. “I saw the wide receiver coming across, and I did my regular drop and jumped up and grabbed it. I don’t know how to describe it. After that I just ran for the end zone.” Valor didn’t turn the ball over compared to two turnovers by the Bruins. The Eagles were whistled for 12 penalties and 124 yards, and one of the infractions nullified a 65-yard TD pass to Waters. McCaffrey completed 15-of-24 passes for 139 yards and a touchdown. He also rushed for a score on a quarterback sneak. Valor rushed for only 84 yards, but Waters caught seven passes from McCaffrey for 55 yards, including a 6-yard scoring reception. “I was able to step up when my number was called, and that’s all you can do,” said Waters. Tanner Tadra was Valor’s top rusher with 34 yards, and he also blocked a punt. Kortz paced the defense with 13 total tackles while Tandra was in on 10 stops. “There were two very good teams that laid it on the line,” said Logan. “They move on and we don’t.”
SOUTH METRO ATHLETES OF THE YEAR
Cross-country racing no longer a pain SkyView Academy senior runs strong Mountain Vista sophomore Chipman earns girls’ honor
Butler chosen for honor after taking state title
By Jim Benton jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com
By Jim Benton jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com
Allie Chipman is a talented runner whether on two healthy feet or one foot. Chipman, a sophomore at Mountain Vista, finished fourth at the Class 5A state meet despite being slowed by a painful heel injury. “Allie was dealing with some plantar fasciitis the last two weeks of the season,” said Golden Eagles coach Jonathan Dalby. “She was able to run with a lot of guts at the state meet after not running at all the two weeks after leagues. Allie had a great state meet and overall season.” Chipman was named the Colorado Community Media South Metro Girls Cross-Country Runner of the Year. “This season was nothing how I expected, but not really what I wanted,” said Chipman, who was sidelined with pneumonia and whooping cough before last spring’s track season. “The season as a whole was wonderful, but ended too early because of my injury. “I was planning on going to nationals (Nike Cross-County Nationals Dec. 5 in Portland, Oregon) this year and travel across the country to compete, yet because of my injury, this I cannot do. I also really wanted to win state. Even though it ended on a bad note, the season as a whole was phenomenal.” Chipman won the Woodbridge CrossCountry Classic in Irvine, California, ran first in the Castle View Sabercat Invitational and was the Continental League champion before she developed problems with her heel. Competing in the national event in Irvine on Sept. 18 helped boost Chipman’s confidence.
SkyView Academy senior Ben Butler was motivated this season. Butler won the Class 3A individual crosscountry championship for the second consecutive year and was tabbed as the Colorado Community Media South Metro Boys Cross-Country Runner of the Year. He was determined for a couple reasons. Craig Wagner took over as Eagles coach just before the season. Wagner was Butler’s third coach in his high school career. And Butler’s experience running in September for Team USA at the World Mountain Running Championship in Wales gave him the encouragement that he could win another state title. “The switch of coaches and coming into this season with a new coach was kind of rough at first,” explained Butler. “I wanted to get out there every day and race as hard as I possibly could for the team, hoping my old coaches could see where they have helped take us. I want to give them a lot of credit because all three of the coaches I’ve had have done a good job. “The second thing that really motivated me was that I realized I could compete against guys that I never really thought of myself as being able to compete against. After getting selected to Team USA and running against some of the best in the world, I had a great race there (ninth out of 100 junior runners). I realized that I could take that same approach home and I could run better than I ever had. I just brought that back home and felt like I’ve been on fire.” Butler, who was last spring’s Class 3A track 3,200-meter champ, won the Metro League and 3A Region 3 cross-country titles before finishing in 15:50 at the state meet to
Mountain Vista sophomore Allie Chipman is Colorado Community Media’s South Metro Girls Cross-Country Runner of the Year. File photo “That race really helped show my capabilities as a runner,” added Chipman. “It helped me reach my main goal, to be taken seriously as a national runner. Yes, I was not able to compete at nationals, but at least I will be taken seriously about future races. “The race also taught me how much I love to race with my team. Before, I saw racing as a pain, but now it is all I want to do. There is nothing better than feeling confident and strong in a race with the crowd cheering for you. There is nothing better than knowing you are in the greatest shape and that your training is paying off. I love racing.”
SkyView Academy senior Ben Butler is Colorado Community Media’s South Metro Boys Cross-Country Runner of the Year. File photo
easily win his second state title. “I felt blessed that God has given me the ability to lead the team in a way that is special,” said Butler. “I had a great series of races, winning at league, regionals and the state meet. Just seeing those improvements from last year means a lot, having gone through several different styles of coaching and still being able to run better than I ever have before. I feel that I’m in the best shape ever. It’s just been such a fun ride this year.” Wagner admires the desire and leadership of Butler, who signed a letter of intent to run at Oklahoma State. “Ben is the hardest-working runner I have ever coached and still finds a way to go above and beyond,” Wagner said. “He inspires his teammates to greatness and never backs down from a challenge. His attitude is all about the team and what the team can do together. He is a great leader, motivator and, of course, runner. “Ben has a great future ahead of him as he excels in academics as well as running. He embodies the whole vision of what SkyView Academy wants to achieve with all our students. Needless to say, we are all proud of Ben Butler.”
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There’s a new game skating into town There’s a new team in Castle Rock this winter. Castle View will have a hockey team that will compete in the Colorado High School Activities Association’s Peak Conference. It will be a co-op squad with players coming from Castle View, Douglas County, Ponderosa, Legend and Chaparral. Al Quintana is the coach. Quintana was head coach at Bishop Machebeuf from 2003-12 and made the state playoffs eight of nine seasons, won two conference titles and was the state runner-up in 2005. He also coached at St. Mary’s in Colorado Springs between 1987-93 and made two final four appearances. His overall coaching record is 185-98-3. Castle View’s team will practice and play games at Colorado Sports Center in Monument. Let it snow, let it snow The high school winter sports season officially started competition on Dec. 1, but the state playoff quarterfinal football games contested Nov. 20 could have been mistaken for a winter sport. A snowstorm made it difficult for players, officials, spectators and those trying to remove accumulating snow from the fields. At Valor Stadium in Highlands Ranch prior to the Eagles’ game against Ralston Valley, a truck with a blade plowed the field prior to the teams coming onto the field. Men with snow shovels kept scooping snow off the line markers and sidelines while the teams were warming up. At halftime, the field was plowed again. Neither snow, wind nor cold kept the teams from playing.
Having an Olympic dream Nicole Hensley, a Green Mountain graduate, is a goalie on the Lindenwood University women’s hockey team. As a youth, she competed in the Foothills Hockey Association and is Jim Benton hoping to play for OVERTIME the United States in the 2018 Olympics. Hensley’s Lindenwood team in Saint Charles, Missouri, isn’t strong, but she headed into her senior season with 1,147 saves, a .920 saves percentage and a 22-58-8 record. During her freshman year, she made 90 saves in a loss to Robert Morris. Lindwood is 3-9-2 so for this season and Hensley has gone 2-6-2 with a 2.77 goals against average with 322 saves. For the seventh time in her career she was named College Hockey America Goalie of the Week for Oct. 26-Nov.1 after leading the Lady Lions to a 1-0-1 record against Ohio State. She made 64 saves in the two games against the Buckeyes. Phase two of Diamond Project Phase Two of Emily Moore’s Diamond Project stepped into the batter’s box for eight days surrounding Thanksgiving. Moore, a Chaparral High School senior, started the first stage of the project over a year ago by gathering donated softball equipment for girls that was sent to the Dominican Republic.
Moore, 11 other softball players, six baseball players, a few parents, Wolverines softball and baseball coach Alan DiGiosio, plus Angie Bennett of Community Connection International left for the Dominican Republic on Nov. 21 to see the rewards of the donations and get a taste of the Dominican culture. The players were scheduled to compete in a softball tournament, put on a clinic and perform a service project. Venue change The boys and girls 3A state basketball tournament will not be played at Colorado School of Mines this season, according to CHSAA. The tournaments have been moved to the Denver Coliseum from March 10-12 because of a scheduling conflict at Mines. Class 5A boys and girls Great 8 tournaments are scheduled at the Coliseum the weekend prior to the 3A state tournament. ThunderRidge girls ranked No. 1 CHSAANow.com has released the boys and girls preseason basketball rankings. ThunderRidge is top-ranked in the Class 5A girls poll, with Highlands Ranch third, Lakewood fifth, Cherry Creek sixth and Ralston Valley seventh. Matt Asik, a ThunderRidge assistant for the past 11 years, is the Grizzlies new head coach and takes over a team that features standout players Taylor Rusk, Alyssia Martinez and Jaz’myne Snipes. Defending state champion Valor Christian is second in the 4A girls
preseason poll with D’Evelyn third and Holy Family fifth. Valor’s Jessika Caldwell made her Eagles’ coaching debut last season and won a state title. Lutheran is fifth in the 3A girls poll. In the 5A boys basketball rankings, Legend is second and ThunderRidge third while Valor Christian is second in the 4A boys poll, with Golden fifth. Lutheran starts the season as the eighth-ranked team in the boys 3A rankings. Ralston Valley is third in the preseason hockey rankings with defending state champion Cherry Creek fourth and Mountain Vista sixth. More proposed football conference alignments Proposed football conference alignments for Class 4A, 3A and 2A have been announced by CHSAA. The Class 5A alignments were previously announced and all the proposed placements must be approved by the CHSAA Legislative Council in January. Golden and Heritage, dropping down from 5A, will be in the six-team Class 4 Central league. Central 2 will include Standley Lake, Thornton and Wheat Ridge. Littleton will be in Southern 2 and Ponderosa in the Southern 3. Lutheran will play in the Class 3A Metro I conference. Conference A in the Class 2A Conference alignment included Elizabeth and Englewood. Jim Benton is a sports writer for Colorado Community Media. He has been covering sports in the Denver area since 1968. He can be reached at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com or at 303-566-4083.
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Original Beneficiary: UNIVERSAL LENDING CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 7/26/2007 Recording Date of DOT: 8/2/2007 Reception No. of DOT: 2007061894 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $218,471.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $212,266.23
SECTION, SAID POINT BEING THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG THE COURSE LAST DESCRIBED A DISTANCE OF 498.46 FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTH 1/2 SOUTHWEST 1/4 NORTHWEST 1/4; THENCE NORTH 89 DEG. 54 MIN. 03 SEC. EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE A DISTANCE OF 659.66 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEG. 41 MIN. 12 SEC. EAST A DISTANCE OF 498.04 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEG. 51 MIN. 49 SEC. WEST 660.10 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Public Notices Public Trustees
Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: the failure to timely make payments as required under the Deed of Trust.
PUBLIC NOTICE
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2015-0244
The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust.
To Whom It May Concern: On 9/18/2015 11:20:00 AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County.
Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 43, BLOCK 3, COUNTRY MEADOWS SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO
Original Grantor: GEOFFREY T CRAGG Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR GREENPOINT MORTGAGE FUNDING, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR GREENPOINT MORTGAGE FUNDING TRUST 2005-HE4 Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 5/6/2005 Recording Date of DOT: 5/10/2005 Reception No. of DOT: 2005041080 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $32,500.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $22,590.89 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 2, BLOCK 4, THE PINERY FILING NO. 3-C, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS , STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 8220 E Green Hollow Court, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 20, 2016, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended. If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or you have been offered and have accepted a loss mitigation option (38-38-103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a complaint in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure process. First Publication: 12/3/2015 Last Publication: 12/31/2015 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/23/2015 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: LISA CANCANON Colorado Registration #: 42043 1199 BANNOCK STREET , DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: Fax #: Attorney File #: 4500.101333.F01 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No. 2015-0244 First Publication: 12/3/2015 Last Publication: 12/31/2015 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2015-0161 To Whom It May Concern: On 6/30/2015 11:43:00 AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: MICHAEL DAVIDSON AND NICOLE DAVIDSON Original Beneficiary: UNIVERSAL LENDING CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 7/26/2007 Recording Date of DOT: 8/2/2007 Reception No. of DOT: 2007061894 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $218,471.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $212,266.23 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: the failure to timely make payments as required under the Deed of Trust. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust.
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Which has the address of: 19794 Gaines Mill Court, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2016, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended. If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or you have been offered and have accepted a loss mitigation option (38-38103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a complaint in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure process. First Publication: 11.19.15 Last Publication: 12.17.15 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 6/30/2015 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: EVE M GRINA Colorado Registration #: 43658 9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD. SUITE 400, ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112 Phone #: (303) 706-9990 Fax #: Attorney File #: 15-008054 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2015-0161 First Publication: 11/19/15 Last Publication: 12/17/15 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2015-0239 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/14/2015 3:49:00 PM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: DANIELLE C. CROSS Original Beneficiary: YATSU FUNDING GROUP, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: YATSU FUNDING GROUP, LLC Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 11/21/2011 Recording Date of DOT: 12/12/2011 Reception No. of DOT: 2011078320 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $106,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $106,000.00 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay monthly payments of principal and interest together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: THE WEST 1/2 NORTH 3/4 SOUTH 1/2 SOUTHWEST 1/4 NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 7 SOUTH, RANGE 65 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., DOUGLAS COUNTY, AS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 21; THENCE NORTH 00 DEG. 38 MIN. 09 SEC. WEST ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION 21, A DISTANCE OF 2,824.59 FEET TO A POINT 166.15 FEET NORTHERLY OF THE WEST QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION, SAID POINT BEING THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG THE COURSE LAST DESCRIBED A DISTANCE OF 498.46 FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTH 1/2 SOUTHWEST 1/4 NORTHWEST 1/4; THENCE NORTH 89 DEG. 54 MIN. 03 SEC. EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE A DISTANCE OF 659.66 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEG. 41 MIN. 12 SEC. EAST A DISTANCE OF 498.04 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEG. 51 MIN. 49 SEC. WEST 660.10 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 4650 Flintwood Road, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
Which has the address of: 4650 Flintwood Road, Parker, CO 80134
Public Trustees NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2016, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended. If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or you have been offered and have accepted a loss mitigation option (38-38103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a complaint in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure process. First Publication: 11/19/2015 Last Publication: 12/17/2015 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/14/2015 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: ROBERT GRAHAM Colorado Registration #: 26809 360 S GARFIELD STREET, 6TH FLOOR, DENVER, COLORADO Phone #: (303) 333-9810 Fax #: (303) 333-9786 Attorney File #: 03018.0029 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2015-0239 First Publication: 11/19/2015 Last Publication: 12/17/2015 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2015-0241 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/14/2015 3:50:00 PM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: DUSTIN MILLER Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR 360 MORTGAGE GROUP, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 1/28/2011 Recording Date of DOT: 2/3/2011 Reception No. of DOT: 2011008714 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $141,324.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $133,580.08 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: the failure to make timely payments as required under the Deed of Trust THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: UNIT F, BUILDING A2-10, COTTONWOOD SOUTH CONDOMINIUMS, MAP NO. 41, FOR PRAIRIE MEADOWS CONDOMINIUMS ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP FOR COTTONWOOD SOUTH CONDOMINIUM MAP NO. 41 RECORDED ON FEBRUARY 8, 2008 AT RECEPTION NO. 2008009108, IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF DOUGLAS COUNTY AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR COTTONWOOD SOUTH CONDOMINIUMS FOR PRAIRIE MEADOWS CONDOMINIUMS RECORDED ON FEBRUARY 3, 2005 AT RECEPTION NO. 2005010456, IN SAID RECORDS, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 9047 Apache Plume Dr Unit F, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2016, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended. If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or
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THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2016, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended.
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If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or you have been offered and have accepted a loss mitigation option (38-38103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a complaint in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure process. First Publication: 11/19/2015 Last Publication: 12/17/2015 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/14/2015 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: ALISON L. BERRY Colorado Registration #: 34531 9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD. SUITE 400, ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112 Phone #: (303) 706-9990 Fax #: (303) 706-9994 Attorney File #: 15-008823 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2015-0241 First Publication: 11/19/2015 Last Publication: 12/17/2015 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2015-0245 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/23/2015 8:09:00 AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: GARY J RODRIGUEZ AND PAMELA V RODRIGUEZ Original Beneficiary: AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE COMPANY Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S. Bank National Association, as Legal Title Trustee, for U.S. ROF 111 Legal Title Trust 2015-I Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 3/12/2003 Recording Date of DOT: 3/25/2003 Reception No. of DOT: 2003038852 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $304,200.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $258,453.26 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 7, BLOCK 6, STONEGATE FILING N O . 5 B , C O U N T Y O F D O U G L A S, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 15306 Foxglove Court, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 20, 2016, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended. If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or you have been offered and have accepted a loss mitigation option (38-38-103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a complaint in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure process. First Publication: 12/3/2015 Last Publication: 12/31/2015 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/23/2015 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: LISA CANCANON Colorado Registration #: 42043 1199 BANNOCK STREET , DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: Fax #: Attorney File #: 1238.100080.F01 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2015-0245 First Publication: 12/3/2015 Last Publication: 12/31/2015 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
Last Publication: 12/31/2015 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/23/2015 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee
ee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County.
December 4, 2015
Original Grantor: DANA KIRCHMAR Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR OWNIT MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: HSLISA CANCANON BC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIColorado Registration #: 42043 ATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR OWNIT 1199 BANNOCK STREET , MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, MORTDENVER, COLORADO 80204 your publicGAGE To advertise notices call 303-566-4100 LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIPhone #: FICATES, SERIES 2005-2 Fax #: Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 3/16/2005 Attorney File #: 1238.100080.F01 Recording Date of DOT: 3/21/2005 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE Reception No. of DOT: 2005024068 SALE DATES on the Public Trustee webDOT Recorded in Douglas County. site: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustOriginal Principal Amount of Evidence of ee/ Debt: $308,550.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the Legal Notice No.: 2015-0245 date hereof: $209,279.22 First Publication: 12/3/2015 Last Publication: 12/31/2015 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you Publisher: Douglas County News Press are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as PUBLIC NOTICE follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other Parker payments provided for in the Evidence of NOTICE OF SALE Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and Public Trustee Sale No. 2015-0247 other violations of the terms thereof. The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
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To Whom It May Concern: On 9/23/2015 8:26:00 AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Original Grantor: JEFFREY G DIETZ Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE BANK, A DIVISION OF TREASURY BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 2/9/2005 Recording Date of DOT: 2/22/2005 Reception No. of DOT: 2005015426 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $304,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $333,741.85
Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 130, MERIDIAN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS CENTER FILING NO. 5 FIRST AMENDMENT, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 3, BLOCK 2, STONEGATE FILING N O . 3 A , C O U N T Y O F D O U G L A S, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 10263 Mica Way, Parker, CO 80134-9558 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 20, 2016, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended. If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or you have been offered and have accepted a loss mitigation option (38-38-103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a complaint in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure process. First Publication: 12/3/2015 Last Publication: 12/31/2015 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/23/2015 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: SCOTT TOEBBEN Colorado Registration #: 19011 216 16TH STREET SUITE 1210, DENVER, COLORADO 80202 Phone #: (720) 259-6710 Fax #: Attorney File #: 14CO00426-2 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2015-0247 First Publication: 12/3/2015 Last Publication: 12/31/2015 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE AMENDED TO CORRECT CURRENT BENEFICIARY AND ADD ONE WEEK PUBLICATION Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2015-0231 To Whom It May Concern: On 9/2/2015 1:33:00 PM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: DANA KIRCHMAR Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR OWNIT MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR OWNI T MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-2 Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 3/16/2005 Recording Date of DOT: 3/21/2005 Reception No. of DOT: 2005024068 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $308,550.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $209,279.22 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as
The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust.
Which has the address of: 10265 Nottingham Drive, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 30, 2015, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended.
If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or you have been offered and have accepted a loss mitigation option (38-38103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a complaint in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure process. First Publication: 11/5/2015 Last Publication: 12/10/2015 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/3/2015 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee
The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
DAVID A. SHORE Colorado Registration #: 19973 5347 S VALENTIA WAY SUITE 100, GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COLORADO 80111 Phone #: (303) 573-1080 Fax #: Attorney File #: 15-00517SH *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2015-0231 First Publication: 11/5/2015 Last Publication: 12/10/2015 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
Government Legals PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on December 8, 2015 beginning at 2:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Douglas will conduct a public hearing concerning the proposed adoption of a resolution amending the 2015 adopted budget. Any interested elector of Douglas County may file an objection to the proposed amendment to the budget at any time prior to it’s final adoption by the Board of County Commissioners. A copy of said resolution may be obtained for inspection at the offices of the County Commissioners at the above address in Castle Rock, Colorado, or viewed on-line at www.douglas.co.us. Legal Notice No.: 928239 First Publication: December 3, 2015 Last Publication: December 3, 2015 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice INVITATION FOR BID (IFB) #025-15 BIO-HAZARD WASTE REMOVAL SERVICES
The Coroner’s Office of Douglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests bids from responsible qualified firms for the provision of bio-hazard waste, sharps, and pharmaceutical removal/disposal services, as specified.
The IFB documents may be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain EPurchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. While the IFB documents are available electronically, Douglas County cannot accept electronic bid responses.
Bid responses will be received until 3:00 p.m. on Friday, December 18, 2015 by Douglas County Government, Finance Department, Purchasing Division, 100 Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Two (2) copies of your bid response shall be submitted in a sealed envelope, plainly marked “Invitation for Bid (IFB) #025-15, Bio-Hazard Waste Removal Services”. Electronic and/or faxed bid responses will not be accepted. Bids will not be considered which are received after
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Elizabeth freshman Lexye Wood is the Colorado Community Media South Metro Gymnast of the Year. Courtesy photos
Elizabeth’s Lexye Wood garnered plenty of hardware during her freshman season.
SOUTH METRO ATHLETES OF THE YEAR
Cardinals’ Wood is freshman phenom Gymnast of year took top spot in floor at state championships By Jim Benton jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com Lexye Wood is only a freshman but is already a state champion. Wood won the Class 4A floor exercise event at the state gymnastics championships and helped Elizabeth walk off with a second-place team trophy. For her efforts this season, Wood has been selected at the Colorado
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Hilltop Social Club is an active women’s club that was founded in 1921 by the women of Hilltop, once a railroad town eight miles southeast of Parker. We meet the second Thursday of each month at the 1898 Hilltop Schoolhouse at Flintwood and Democrat Roads. Our diverse group maintains the schoolhouse for community events, and preserves the history of Hilltop. For meeting and event information, call 303-6601616 or email lorelei@llinwood.com. Public Notice
INVITATION FOR BID (IFB) meets at 7 a.m. TuesKiwanis Club of Parker #025-15 BIO-HAZARD WASTE REMOVAL days at the International House of Pancakes, SERVICES 11355 S. Parker Road. Call Jim Monahan at The Coroner’s Office of Douglas County 303-841-1560. Government, hereinafter referred to as the
County, respectfully requests bids from responsibleOut qualified firms for the provision Harness those Lunch Loud Toastmasters of bio-hazard waste, sharps, and pharmabutterflies and make them fly as in formation. Conceutical removal/disposal services, specified.
quer your fear of speaking with the help of prov-
The IFB documents may be reviewed en techniques practiced in a supportive group. and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain EBe our guest at “Lunch out Loud” Toastmasters, Purchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. While the IFB which meets from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every documents are available electronically, Douglas County cannot acceptMethodist electronic Church, 11805 Friday at Parker United bid responses.
Bid responses will be received until 3:00 p.m. on Friday, December 18, 2015 by Douglas County Government, Finance Department, Purchasing Division, 100 Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Two (2) copies of your bid response shall be submitted in a sealed envelope, plainly marked “Invitation for Bid (IFB) #025-15, Bio-Hazard Waste Removal Services”. Electronic and/or faxed bid responses will not be accepted. Bids will not be considered which are received after the time stated and any bids so received will be returned unopened.
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Douglas County Government reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive formalities, informalities, or irregularities contained in a said bid and furthermore, to award a contract for items herein, either in whole or in part, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County to do so. Additionally, we reserve the right to negotiate optional items and/or services with the successful bidder. Please direct any questions concerning this IFB to Carolyn Riggs, Purchasing Supervisor at 303-660-7434 or criggs@douglas.co.us, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Legal Notice No.: 928244 First Publication: December 3, 2015 Last Publication: December 3, 2015 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Community Media South Metro Gymnast of the Year. “It is really exciting to be a state champion,” said Wood. “All my teachers and people at school congratulated me.” The floor exercise victory wasn’t Wood’s only accomplishment at the state meet. She was second in the all-around, fourth on the uneven bars and seventh in the vault competition. “Lexye has been competing since she was 7 years old,” said Cardinals coach Stacey Folmar. “We have watched her grow up, and she has much success still ahead. “She has improved so much this year.
She completed two brand new tumbling passes in her routine this year, and she just learned her vault over the summer. She struggled with some mental blocks but understood that if she could overcome them, it would be a game changer for the team.” Wood had to leap over a mental block to compete in the vault. “In the beginning of the season and going into high school, I started pretty good,” admitted Wood. “I started to get a mental block in vaulting when I first started. I got over the fear. I just let my body do what it could do. “My favorite event is the floor exercise because I love to tumble and
dance and express my emotions.” Elizabeth won Class 4A state titles in 2009, 2010 and 2012, and the 2015 runner-up finish was the school’s second, so Folmar was correct to praise Wood’s unselfishness. “She really pushed herself personally for the good of the team,” she said. “She was not even supposed to compete in the balance beam and stepped in when her teammate suffered an ankle injury the Wednesday before the state meet. “So for her to earn a silver medal in the all around is a true testament to her ambition and talent. I really enjoy Lexye and look forward to her future at Elizabeth gymnastics.”
S. Pine Drive, Parker, in the fellowship hall, and learn more about how Toastmasters International can help you become a better speaker and leader. Contact officers@lunchoutloud.com for more information.
Contact Sara at MOMSParkerNE@yahoo.com.
crafts, card making, international and books. Contact mpwcparker@outlook.com or 720-3363447.
MOMS Club of Parker East is a nonprofit club designed to support stay-at-home moms. We offer a variety of activities for moms and kids including playgroups and Mom’s Night Out. Contact membership@momsclubofparkerne.org or visit www.Momsclubofparkerne.org for more information. Moms Club of Parker Northeast meets at 10 a.m. every first Wednesday of the month except for October, November and December at Parker Adventist Hospital. Meetings in October to December will be on different Wednesdays. Call Lisa 303-284-8028 or email lrstehle@comcast.net. MOMS Club of Parker Southeast meets at St. Matthews Church on Mainstreet in Parker the first Thursday of the month. Email momsclubofparkerse@yahoo.com for more information.
Moms Club of Parker West focuses on supporting moms and has a variety of activities for moms and their children. We believe being a mother shouldn’t isolate you, so mothers may bring their children with them. For information, email momsclubofparkerwest@yahoo.com. Montessori Parent Association meets at 6 p.m. every second Tuesday at the Parker Montessori Educational Institute, 10750 Victorian Drive. Call 303-841-4325 or e-mail pmei@pmei.org. Mothers of Multiples Society of Parker meets at 10 a.m. every first Wednesday at Crossroads Community Church on Parker Road north of Mainstreet. All moms are welcome. Mothers of Preschoolers meets from 6:30-9 p.m. every second Tuesday at Southeast Christian Church in Parker. Call 303-841-9292. Mountain Pine Woman’s Club of Parker meets at 10 a.m. the first Thursday September to May at the Club at Pradera, 5225 Raintree Drive, Parker, for a program and lunch. New members welcome. We give college scholarships, Parker recreation scholarships, pay for GED tests and donate to charities. We have sections such as
‘A Novel Approach’ Book Club. This group enjoys great novels and spirited discussions. New members can join at any time. The “A Novel Approach” Book Club usually meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in Parker’s Douglas County Library. For details or for directions to our special December meeting site, e-mail Renee Albersheim at realbers@earthlink. net, and put “Book Club” in the subject. Parker Artists Guild meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at Parker Mainstreet Center, 19650 E. Mainstreet in Parker. A short business meeting starts at 6:15 p.m. is followed by an interesting and informative program on a variety of topics beginning at around 7 p.m. The mission of the Parker Artists Guild is to advance the development of fine arts in the community. To accomplish this the Guild offers instructional demonstrations, workshops and opportunities to promote all forms of fine art. Our goal is to increase awareness, knowledge and appreciation of the arts. Everyone is welcomed. For more information about the guild and upcoming events, visit parkerartistsguild.com.
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MOMS Club of Parker Northeast is a nonprofit club that supports stay-at-home moms. Join us for fun activities and friendships. We are not affiliated with any religious or political group.
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