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DRIVE THROUGH Longtime family dealership moves from Littleton location. PAGE 2 A R A P A H O E C O U N T Y, C O L O R A D O

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Foster parents ﬁll need Lilli Bills, right, and Natalia Wolanska demonstrate how to use a self-contained game that can be used to help physical therapy patients regain motor skills. The two were part of a team that designed and built the game in STEM class at Newton Middle School. Photo by Kyle Harding

STEM centers spur skills LPS middle-schoolers design, build projects By Kyle Harding kharding@colorado communitymedia.com For Littleton Public Schools, science, technology,

engineering and mathematics education isn’t just for kids who want to pursue careers in those fields — it’s about learning to work together and developing hands-on skills. Four years ago, the district and Littleton Public Schools Foundation embarked on a plan to turn the school’s

outdated technology labs into STEM centers, where the students not only design projects, but build them as well. “Whether or not any of these kids actually go into a STEM field, I don’t really care,” Superintendent Brian Ewert said. “These kids are so wellversed in working together.”

Sixth-graders in Marc Finer’s STEM class at Newton Middle School showed off some of what they built for district officials on May 11. One project is already in use at HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital in Littleton. STEM continues on Page 25

Opponents still ﬁghting The Grove Building permit issued for senior apartment complex last month as court case continues By Kyle Harding kharding@coloradocommunitymedia.com For Leah Burkett, the approval of a four-story senior apartment complex

across the street from her house is an example of local government not representing residents. Last month, the city issued a building permit for The Grove, a mixed-use project with 160 apartments for people 55 and older, and shortly afterward work began on the site of the old sheriff’s department building at Littleton Boulevard and Bemis Street.

Burkett and her group, Advocates for Littleton, are still fighting against the project, although their prospects look grim now. Advocates for Littleton is embroiled in a legal battle with the city and Zocalo Community Development, appealing for the right to challenge the development.

Collaborative program matches homes with kids By Alex DeWind adewind@coloradocommunitymedia.com Kelly Mayr has five birth children, three adopted children and one foster child. So the month of May, which is National Foster Care month, resonates with her. She’s been a foster parent for about five years and, in that time, some 15 children have passed through her home. “Once you know there’s a need, it’s hard not to foster,” the Highlands Ranch resident said. “And there is a need all over.” Mayr fosters through the Collaborative Foster Care Program, a joint effort to help children in the departments of human services of Arapahoe, Douglas and Jefferson counties. On average, 1,100 children in the three counties are in out-of-home care on any given day, according to the program. Forty percent are teenagers. All have experienced trauma and almost all have special needs, including emotional, behavioral, medical or developmental. The Collaborative Foster Care Program started with Arapahoe and Jefferson counties in 2008 to maximize staff and reach a broader range of potential foster families, said Ruby Richards, the Douglas County child welfare administrator.

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Schomp Automotive opens two facilities in Highlands Ranch Longtime family dealership moves from ‘landlocked’ location in Littleton By Alex DeWind adewind@coloradocommunitymedia.com Schomp Automotive is redefining the traditional car dealership with two new facilities in Highlands Ranch. “We want to be completely transparent,” said Daniel Buxbaum, marketing content manager. “We want everyone to consistently see what’s going on.” Schomp MINI and Honda, opening May 23 off C-470 near the Lucent Boulevard exit, have one-of-a-kind features, including digital consultation desks. A customer is paired with a Schomp associate and seated at an interactive screen where all insurance and financial transactions are handled. There are no windows or closed doors, so customers avoid negotiations with multiple sales associates, Buxbaum said. “It’s an opportunity to show the community we really do our best to have your best interest in mind,” he said. Schomp celebrates its 75th anniversary this year. Three generations of a Denver family have owned and managed the business since it opened in 1941. It started with Roy Weaver, of Englewood, and his son-in-law, Ralph Schomp. The family sold cars out of a small gas station called Arapahoe Motors. In the mid-1980s, they upgraded to a larger space at 5700 South Broadway in Littleton. In 1988, Schomp’s daughter, Lisa, took over the business. She now works closely with her son, Aaron Wallace, in managing the dealership hub in Highlands Ranch. Schomp MINI and Honda sit next to Schomp BMW, which opened in 2008. For the first time in eight years, all three brands will be on the same campus at Plum Valley Lane. Schomp employees declined comment on the cost of the new facilities, but said

IF YOU GO Schomp will host a public open house of Schomp MINI and Honda, off C-470 near the Lucent Boulevard exit, on June 3 and 4 from noon-5 p.m. Guests can tour the facilities and meet members of the executive and marketing teams.

the move was needed to maintain brand standards. The location is accessible to clients in the Denver-metro area and clients driving from the mountains, said Buxbaum. And it’s geographically closest to everything in Douglas County. “With how fast Douglas County is growing, especially for families, we wanted to stay central,” he said. Schomp’s previous location in Littleton on South Broadway was landlocked, said James Kurtenbach, automotive marketing manager. “It’s not the easiest place to get to in traffic,” he said. “Here we have more land to work with, it’s a very populated area in the state and there’s a convenience factor for customers.” The one-stop-shop model has everything from sales to service. Waiting areas are designed after executive airport lounges, Buxbaum said, and equipped with high-speed internet, individual electrical sockets, comfortable seating and refreshments. Schomp MINI, a space larger than 55,000 square feet, has an outdoor deck for events, including a mini-music series featuring local performers. Ceiling-high windows with scenic views bind the indoor showroom. Large windows are also a staple of Honda’s 100,000-square-foot facility. The goal is to incorporate the beauty of Douglas County with views of the High Line Canal, open space and the Rocky Mountains, said Buxbaum. “It makes you appreciate the art of driving,” he said.

Schomp MINI, off C-470 near the Lucent Boulevard exit, has matte-black exterior and interior with creative touches, including a Colorado-themed MINI Cooper as wall art. Photo by Alex DeWind

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Future uncertain for Sports Authority headquarters City manager says closure of facility would hurt Englewood

By Tom Munds tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia.com Englewood City Manager Eric Keck said the possible closure of Sports Authority’s corporate headquarters would be a major blow to the community. “At full employment, there were 900 people at the corporate headquarters,” he said. “Those employees were potential customers for many Englewood businesses, including many of the restaurants around the headquarters. I am sure there would be a negative impact on those businesses should the corporate headquarters close.”

Sports Authority — once the nation’s largest sporting goods retailer and the second largest employer in Englewood — has been headquartered on Jason Street, just south of Hampden Avenue, since the early 2000s. Layoffs in January cut the workforce at the headquarters by about 100 employees. The company reported being more than $1 billion in debt and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in March. Keck said the city has had limited contact with anyone from the corporate campus. “So far, Sports Authority has been tight-lipped and we have no idea of any timeline regarding what will happen at the corporate headquarters,” he said. “So we here at the city are in a holding

pattern and just waiting to see what happens.” The company’s website published a letter to customers dated May 3. “As we communicated in early March when we entered Chapter 11, we are closing or selling approximately 140 of our 450 stores,” the letter states. “We continue to move forward with this process, which we expect will be completed by the end of June.” Keck said many Sports Authority employees have been good corporate neighbors as they volunteered for a number of assistance projects. He said many of the employees also took advantage of the corporate membership to use the Englewood Recreation Center facilities and play golf at the Broken Tee Golf Course. While employees’ vehicles once filled

nearly every available parking spot at the headquarters, today there are many vacant spaces in the lots. An employee who asked that his name not be used estimated that about one-third of the workers at corporate headquarters are no longer with the company. The city manager said Englewood is concerned and wants to assist any Sports Authority employee who no longer has a job there. “We have contacted Arapahoe Douglas Works and they said they stand ready and willing to assist individuals seeking new positions when they are no longer employed by Sports Authority,” Keck said. Colorado Community Media’s efforts to contact Sports Authority and its attorney for comment were not successful.

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Republicans make their case for business GOP hopefuls hold debate in bid to take on Bennet

By Kyle Harding kharding@coloradocommunitymedia.com The focus was on business as the five Republicans fighting for a shot to unseat U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet debated May 12 at the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce. Business is “what we care about most,” said moderator Pete Casillas, publisher and president of the Denver Business Journal. But candidate Darryl Glenn also raised the ballot issue that has overshadowed the race among the other candidates — Robert Blaha, Ryan Frazier, Jack Graham and Jon Keyser, who is battling reports that some of the signatures gathered for the petition to put him on the ballot were forged. A 7News investigation reported at least 10 signatures were forged. “There is no controversy as to why I’m on the ballot,” said Glenn, a retired Air Force officer and El Paso County commissioner. Graham, a former high-risk insurance executive and Colorado State University athletic director, also has had no ballot challenges. Keyser, a lawyer, former state representative and Air Force Reserve officer, told reporters after the debate that progressive advocacy group ProgressNow is targeting him because he can beat Bennet in the primary. Frazier is also facing ballot issues. Frazier, a former Aurora City councilmember, was told by the Secretary of State that he failed to collect enough valid signatures. His appeal will be heard by the Colorado Supreme Court. Blaha, a former banker and business consultant, had also at first been deemed to have insufficient signatures, but a Denver District Court ruling restored enough signatures to put him on the ballot. Casillas asked the candidates the following questions: What would you do to create an environment where small businesses can take risks? All candidates talked about how taxes and regulations affect small businesses. Graham said that a lower corporate tax rate would help businesses, including small businesses. “Our corporate tax rate in America is 35 percent, the state corporate tax rate is 4.1 percent, so we pay a corporate tax rate of 39.1 percent,” he said, saying this is double the corporate rate of many European countries. “Businesses are leaving Colorado, businesses are leaving the United States, not because they’re disloyal Americans but because they can’t compete.” Tax rates, as well as regulatory burdens, keep small businesses from attracting capital investment, Graham said. Blaha is counting on his business experience as a former banker to set him apart. Blaha said that he would go after federal organizations that impose regulations. “The greatest thing a U.S. senator can do for you is to get on the bully pulpit and fight for you,” he said. Keyser, a business attorney, pointed out that many big businesses have found ways around the high corporate tax rate. And many small businesses pay at the individual tax rate, he said, so overall tax reform is needed. What speciﬁc federal regulation would you change? Keyser singled out the Dodd-Frank Act passed in 2010 in response to the recession as a regulation he would like to roll back. Meant to keep large banks in check, Keyser said the law makes it hard for small banks to survive because they need to expend employee time to comply with the law. Graham said he has a difficult time pointing to just one regulation, calling it a “systemic issue.” Federal agencies are allowed to write their own rules and regulations, something he said needs to change. Frazier became the first candidate to utter the word “Obamacare” in the debate, saying the Affordable Care Act keeps businesses from growing and hiring full-time employees. Glenn, a former Colorado Springs City councilmember, echoed that point and

REPUBLICAN SENATE CANDIDATES AND MARIJUANA The five Republicans fighting to challenge Michael Bennet for U.S. Senate tackled a question that can be tough for conservatives at the May 12 debate — and even those who say they personally oppose its use appear resigned to the fact that it is legal in Colorado, and want the federal government to get out of the way. Moderator Pete Casillas, president and publisher of Denver Business Journal, brought the issue up from a business angle. “The (marijuana) industry remains unbankable,” Casillas said after telling the candidates that $270 million in recreational pot was sold in just the first quarter of 2016, bringing in $39.7 million in taxes, licenses and fees. “As a U.S. senator from Colorado, I am interested in how you would approach this impasse,” he said. Jack Graham Graham noted that the residents

of the state voted to amend the constitution to allow marijuana, but said that the ﬁnancial side of the issue had been ignored at the time and marijuana is still federally prohibited. A former insurance executive, he said that cash-only businesses pose a risk and that the federal government is not likely to ﬁx the issue. “We’re going to have to solve that problem ourselves,” he said. Ryan Frazier Frazier strayed from the business angle of the question, becoming the only candidate to mention the war on drugs and to explicitly call for removing marijuana from the Schedule I narcotics list. “We make up 5 percent of the world’s population, yet we have 25 percent of the world’s (prison) inmates,” he said. “We spend $30$40,000 a year to house and feed an inmate, yet we spend $6,000 a

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He also said he would go to Washington and represent Colorado businesses, including marijuana businesses.

He said he disagrees with marijuana legalization but also called for the federal government to give leeway to states.

Jon Keyser Keyser called for pushing on the federal government to recognize marijuana as an issue for states to decide.

“This is not really a Colorado issue,” he said. “This is a 10th Amendment issue.” Darryl Glenn Like Blaha, Glenn said he personally opposes marijuana legalization but said states should be allowed to set their own course.

“We’ve got to bring it out of the shadows,” he said. He also said that the tax revenue that states, where marijuana is legal, collect from sales are put into federally-insured bank accounts.

“As a city councilmember, I have always voted against this,” he said. “As a county commissioner, I have always voted against this.”

“That’s hypocrisy,” he said. “The business isn’t allowed to do it, but the government is. That doesn’t make sense.”

He called for political leadership to push back against federal supremacy over the states.

Robert Blaha Blaha said that federal guidelines against banking marijuana industry money leads to structuring, a

“You can take out the word ‘marijuana’ and insert the word ‘widget.’”

called out what he says is a “war on coal” waged by the Obama administration. “We’re talking about over 400,000 jobs we’re going to lose,” he said. Elaborate on your thoughts on federal energy policy. Keyser used the question to talk about national security, which the Air Force Reserve officer has made a pillar of his campaign. “Energy security is national security,” he said. He noted that Colorado is one of the largest energy-producing states, and that progressive organizations want to ban hydraulic fracturing and other oil and gasdrilling techniques. Such laws, he said, would not only affect energy workers, but secondary jobs as well. Glenn said his experience as a county commissioner gives him the knowledge of land use laws necessary to deal with drilling issues. Graham became the only candidate to bring up climate change during the debate, saying that in his previous career in the high-risk insurance industry, he studied atmospheric science data to assess hurricane risk. Consensus among scientists is that human-caused climate change is real, Graham said, but he added that the changes are likely to be slow. He also said that it is important to get as much energy from within the United States as possible. Taxes, corporate inversion infrastructure, healthcare All candidates spoke of simplifying the tax code and flattening it into a less progressive system. Frazier said the highest personal income tax bracket should not exceed 28 percent, while the lowest should be at least 10 percent. Glenn said that although they mostly agree, he is the candidate willing to take on Democrats on the issue. Blaha said that tax reform advocates need better marketing to sell the idea to voters before making changes. The candidates also fielded a question on corporate inversions, a term for companies setting up foreign entities to buy their operations and move them abroad, with most answers including lower corporate tax rates. On a question about infrastructure investment, Graham suggested the fuel tax be changed to a mileage-based tax to better fund highway construction, saying the gas tax hasn’t increased in decades despite more fuel-efficient cars. Frazier said that taxes don’t need to be increased to pay for infrastructure, but that more leases for oil and gas exploration on federal land could generate the necessary revenue. On healthcare, all five candidates lamented the Affordable Care Act, saying more consumer choice is necessary to bring down costs.

Darryl Glenn, a Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate race against Sen. Michael Bennet, speaks during a May 12 debate at the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce. To his left is moderator Pete Casillas, publisher of the Denver Business Journal. Other GOP candidates include Jon Keyser, to the right of Glenn, and Ryan Frazier. Photo by Kyle Harding

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Located at 3781 Evergreen Pkwy., next door to Bank of the West, this 2,365± sq. ft. retail building is currently the site of an antique shop. Adjacent to busy Evergreen Pkwy. and about half way between Evergreen and Bergen Park, this site is now for sale at $750,000. Call or email Bob Leino for additional information. (720) 287-5402 or BLeino@FullerRE.com.

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First Fridays in Littleton create a lively scene By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com Warm evenings remind us of why we choose to live in Colorado — they really invite one out for a stroll, and perhaps a

snack or glass of wine. While Littleton’s Outnumbered Gallery continues First Fridays throughout the year, others join in for a second summer, and local art lovers hit the streets on May 6. Many downtown Littleton shops and

restaurants were also open, offering a great variety of items, food and drink to add to an evening’s enjoyment. Littleton Fine Arts Guild, which operates the Depot Art Gallery in a 19thcentury Santa Fe Depot at 2069 W. Powers Ave., is celebrating its 54th anniversary with a special exhibit that runs until June

2. Juror Nancy Condit spoke to a large crowd on May 6, explaining her choice of awards, which gave Best of Show to painter Mark Akins for his oil painting, “Snow Melt into Spring.” She commended Akins for the use of black and contrast of the still-bare trees and patches of snow.

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Creekside Experience park debuts Littleton and South Suburban Parks and Recreation District will cut the ribbon on Creekside Experience, a new park along the Mary Carter Greenway Trail, at 9:30 a.m. on May 21. After the ceremony, there will be a volunteer tree-planting project and a children’s activity led by Environmental Learning for Kids. The six-acre park is jointly owned by the city and SSPR. The park is located south of Oxford Avenue and north of Belleview Avenue. It can be accessed from Santa Fe Drive or the Big Dry Creek Trail. Parking is available at Centennial Park at 4630 S. Decatur St. in Englewood. Rec, pool passes available South Suburban Parks and Recreation District summer passes are now available. The passes provided unlimited admission

to Goodson, Buck, Lone Tree and Sheridan recreation centers and Harlow, Holly, Franklin and Cook Creek pools. They cost $102 for youth residents up to 17 years old, $140 for adults and $105 for seniors 65 and older. They can be purchased at any South Suburban recreation center or over the phone at 303-347-5999. ACC student orientation set Arapahoe Community College is offering an orientation and registration day for new students registering for fall semester on June 4. The Start Now! event at the Littleton and Castle Rock campuses will provide students who have applied but not enrolled an opportunity to complete orientation and assessment and receive financial assistance, advising and registration help. For more information, visit www.arapahoe.edu.

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Foster

HOW YOU CAN HELP

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• Listen to the foster parent.

“By joining the collaborative, we had a team of people that did the recruiting, training and monthly contact with all of our foster homes,” she said. Today, “we have a staff of about 15 to 20 that manage everything.”

• Help out at the foster parent’s home during busy times, such as after school.

A ‘vulnerable time’ in children’s lives In 2012, Douglas County joined the program so that it could expand its foster resources. As of May, Douglas County had 112 children who had been placed into foster homes. The Parker zip codes of 80134 and 80138, along with 80130 in Highlands Ranch and 80104 in Castle Rock, had the highest number of children removed from their homes, according to program statistics. Department of Human Services will remove a child from his or her home because of neglect, physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse or medical neglect. “Everything that they are familiar with has been ripped away in this incredibly vulnerable time of their life,” said Kala Slater, recruiter for the Collaborative Foster Care Program. A caseworker then conducts an assessment and, if necessary, the child is placed in a temporary out-of-care home. The birth family works through a treatment plan with the ultimate goal of reunification, Slater said. “When foster families come to us, we want to get a better understanding of what they are willing to go through to reunify,” she said. “Eighty to 90 percent of the time, kids are reunified with their (birth) families.” Mayr fostered one of her daughters before adopting her. In her case, reunification wasn’t possible, she said. Her daughter’s birth parents couldn’t provide

• Support foster families in the community.

• Bring a home-cooked meal to the foster family. • Become a respite babysitter with certification to watch foster children.

Source: Collaborative Foster Care Program and foster mother Kelly Mayr

Cara Tejada, trainer and certification caseworker, leads an information night at Englewood High School on April 18. Photo by Alex DeWind

The foster family’s role Fostering isn’t for everyone. Foster parents must be able to “shut the bedroom door,” Mayr said, because the child will come with baggage — literal and emotional. Through her experiences, Mayr has learned to be less judgmental. “Meeting people whose lives are a lot harder is eye-opening,” she said. “It’s helped me learn to work with a lot of different personalities.” The foster family certification process

Lone Tree, RTD, county launch light rail extension $207 million project is scheduled to be completed in 2019 By Mike DiFerdinando mdiferdinando@colorado communitymedia.com The Regional Transportation District, Douglas County and the City of Lone Tree broke ground on the new Southeast Light Rail extension May 10 in Lone Tree. The light rail extension from Lincoln Station to the end of-the-line station at RidgeGate Parkway and Havana Street was approved by Colorado voters in 2004 as part of RTD’s FasTracks Program. When completed, the rails will connect service from Lone Tree to Denver International Airport and as far north as Boulder. Construction is expected to be completed in 2019, and according to RTD, the total estimated cost is $207 million, or about $90 million per mile. Construction was to begin May 16. “I believe that our light rail system here is going to be the core of a future that we are all going to benefit from,” Lone Tree Mayor Jim Gunning said. Gunning praised the project, saying that it was at the center of future transportation in the region. “This is a transformational project,” Gunning

takes about four to five months. Applicants must attend an information night followed by pre-application work, preservice training, an application, first aid and CPR certification, a home study and final approval. “It takes a long time for people to commit and find out if this is the right path that they want to take,” Slater said. Because the foster family’s role is to provide a temporary home, there needs to be support of reunification and the willingness to work closely with the child’s birth family, Slater said. This often means planning visits more than once a week.

a permanent home. Mayr saw no other choice but to adopt. “You do fall in love,” she said.

said. “It is going to be the core of the future of mobility. You have to look ahead and see what is coming. This light rail extension is a core piece. And we’re going to have smart cars and other types of transportation that will allow us access to things.” Douglas County Commissioner Roger Partridge said the investment in the rail line is an investment in the community. “Research tells us that when we invest $1 in transportation we get back $4,” Partridge said. “The investments into this project are really investments into Douglas County and Lone Tree.” The City of Lone Tree, the Rampart Range Metropolitan District and Douglas County have each pledged $7.3 million along with the Southeast Public Improvement Metropolitan District, which kicked in $3 million, for a total contribution of around $25 million. The three new stations will be located at Sky Ridge Avenue (near the Sky Ridge Medical Center), the Lone Tree City Center and an end-of-line station at RidgeGate Parkway with 1,300 parking spaces. “History tells us that whenever transportation improvements are made, cities and their citizens reap the benefits,” Partridge said. “This project will be another great example of that.”

Other ways to help On average, a child is placed with a

foster family for six months. If a family isn’t ready to foster, there are other ways to help. Community members can support by listening, providing meals or helping out at the foster home during busy periods, such as after school. “There are a million ways that people can support fostering without being a foster parent,” Richards said. Mayr’s friends provided meals, extra clothes and helped paint a bedroom. It’s like having a newborn, Mayr said. She also encourages those who want to help to become respite caregivers, or certified babysitters for foster children, which provides time off for foster parents to rest and recharge. And developing relationships with other foster parents is crucial, Mayr said: It helps to have a village when navigating the foster care world. Above all, fostering provides stability during a vulnerable time in a child’s life. Mayr’s had her fair share of tears when a child comes and goes, but that is part of the process. “Even if it hurts, you need to get attached,” Mayr said. “They need you to get attached.”

RidgeGate 2016 Events

The RidgeGate calendar of fun starts here. S M T W T 2

It’s time again for sunset salutations. Join RidgeGate, South Suburban Parks and Recreation and the Lone Tree Recreation Center for free Yoga in the Park classes in Belvedere Park, at the corner of RidgeGate Circle and Belvedere Lane. Bring your own yoga mat, or one will be provided for you. In case of heavy rain or lightning, class will be cancelled. No yoga experience is necessary. No need to register – just drop in!

Tuesday, May 31, 6:30-7:30pm Tuesday, June 28, 6:30-7:30pm

Guided Nature Hikes

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Each year, RidgeGate teams up with the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District to provide free, guided nature hikes throughout the spring, summer and fall. These hikes are led by professional naturalists from SSPRD, and offer insight and education into the natural ecosystems within the open space at RidgeGate, while offering a chance to get some fresh air and exercise. Hikes are free to the public – register at ridgegate.com.

Wednesday, June 1, 7:00-8:30pm — Sunset Birdwatching Hike Saturday, June 18, 8:30-10am — Noticing Natives Botany Hike Tuesday, June 21, 7-8:30pm — Summer Solstice Hike

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RidgeGate Summer Beats Concerts

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Enjoy these summertime concerts out on the grass with free live music, food trucks and activities. It’s all happening in Prairie Sky Park, just west of the Lone Tree Recreation Center in RidgeGate, courtesy of the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District. Bring your picnic or grab something to eat at a food truck, participate in interactive family friendly fitness and art activities, and enjoy the summer sounds.

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Thursday, June 16, 5-8pm — The Tom Petty Project Thursday, July 21, 5-8pm — Mostly Harmless

Tunes on the Terrace at the Lone Tree Arts Center RidgeGate is again proud to sponsor Lone Tree Art Center’s Tunes on the Terrace– an outdoor evening concert series that will bring your summer nights to life. Performances range from bluegrass to jazz, and everything in between. Tickets are priced from $25 for a spot on the lawn, or $30 for a reserved seat, or buy a pass to all five shows for $135 (reserved chair) or $115 (lawn.) The stars are out this summer! Check out the schedule and buy tickets at www.lonetreeartscenter.org.

Friday, June 10, 8-10pm — Kevin MaC (Country) Friday, June 24, 8-10pm — Ultraphonic Jazz Orchestra (Big Band Jazz)

Experience Historic Schweiger Ranch

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Among RidgeGate’s cultural facilities is the 38-acre historic Schweiger Ranch, located just east of the RidgeGate Parkway and I-25 interchange. The restoration of the ranch and its buildings, led by the nonprofit Schweiger Ranch Foundation, gives us an important glimpse into the settlers’ lives in the late 1800s. Today, Schweiger Ranch is open to the public for self-guided visits each weekend (Saturdays and Sundays from 1-5pm), as well as free guided tours with the caretaker of the property. Register for or learn more about these events online at ridgegate.com.

Sunday, June 5, 1-3pm — Free Guided Tour of Schweiger Ranch Sunday, August 28, 1-3pm — Free Guided Tour of Schweiger Ranch

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LONE TREE HEALTH CENTER

Beauty is skin deep. So is cancer.

From prevention to diagnosis to treatment You are invited to a free educational seminar to learn: » Your risk for skin cancer. » Ways to reduce your risk of skin cancer. » The latest sunscreen requirements. » The importance of screenings. » What’s new in melanoma treatment. We encourage you to bring questions and personal stories. Presented by Dr. Regina Brown.

Wednesday, May 25 6-7 p.m. Lone Tree Health Center 9548 Park Meadows Drive | Lone Tree Refreshments provided by Lyfe Kitchen. Register at skincancer101.eventbrite.com, or contact Stephanie Taylor at stephanie.taylor@uchealth.org or 720.553.1059

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Parker

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First United Methodist Church

1200 South Street Castle Rock, CO 80104  303.688.3047 www.fumccr.org 

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Trinity

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Lutheran Church & School

Sunday Worship 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. Sunday School Bible Study 9:30am Trinity Lutheran School & ELC (Ages 3-5, Grades K-8)

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Pastor Nevin Bass Sunday Worship: 10:00am & 6:00pm 821 5th Place in downtown Castle Rock Sunday School for all ages Free Home Bible Studies www.churchofpentecost.us

Centennial St. Thomas More Catholic Parish & School

Seven Sunday Masses Two Daily Masses Confessions Six Days a Week STM Catholic School Preschool – Grade 8

8035 South Quebec Street Centennial, CO 80112 303.770.1150

Second and last Sunday

Congregation Beth Shalom Serving the Southeast Denver area

Call or check our website for information on services and social events! www.cbsdenver.org

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Church of Christ

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Weaving Truth and Relevance into Relationships and Life

All are welcome! Tapestry United Methodist Church on Facebook

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worship Time 10:30AM sundays 9:00am Spiritual Formation Classes for all Ages 90 east orchard road littleton, co

303 798 6387 www.gracepointcc.us

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To advertise your place of worship in this section, call 303-566-4091 or email kearhart@ColoradoCommunityMedia.com

Parker evangelical Presbyterian church Connect – Grow – Serve

Sunday Worship

8:45 am & 10:30 am 9030 MILLER ROAD PARKER, CO 80138 3038412125 www.pepc.org

Joy Lutheran Church Sharing God’s Love

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Education Hour-9:15am

Pastor Rod Hank Joyful Mission Preschool 303-841-3770 7051 East Parker Hills Ct. • Parker, CO 303-841-3739 • ELCA www.joylutheran-parker.org

Sunday Worship - 10:00am Bible Study immediately following Currently meeting at: Lone Tree Elementary School 9375 Heritage Hills Circle Lone Tree CO 80124 303-688-9506 www.LoneTreeCoC.com

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Beloved Community Mennonite Church Sunday Services - 10 a.m. Worship 5:00 p.m. Sundays Beloved Community Mennonite Church 6724 South Webster Street Ruth Memorial Chapel Worship 5:00 p.m. Sundays Littleton CO 80128 19650 E. Mainstreet 6724 South Webster Street Littleton CO 80128 Parker, CO 80138 www.CSLParker.org Blues, hymns, inclusion, love, joy In the Spirit of Christ Blues, hymns, inclusion, love, joy In Connected the Spirit to ofCourage Christ & Renewal®

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Sun 5-7pm, Mon–Thur 9am–Noon $50/Child ($20 for ea. add sibling) 7051 E Parker Hills Ct Parker, CO 80138 303-841-3739 www.Joylc.org

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VOICES

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Whole lotta shakin’ can yield results While recently working with a client, I was invited to participate in a planning session with the leadership team. Having worked with this particular client I had met several of the management staff already, but this was really the first session where the CEO would also be actively involved. As the session started, the CEO immediately began to challenge everyone’s thinking. And he did so in a professional manner, but was very direct and almost to the point of intimidating the management team to the point of shutting down their participation. He pushed each one to go deeper and provide the rationale behind their thinking, belief and position. He brought the meeting to a level of intensity that really shook up the room. And then the CEO finally looked around the room and applauded his team for their contributions, thanking them for sticking to their belief systems. He wasn’t challenging them and asking hard questions to try and break them or prove his seniority or dominance, he was simply shaking things up a bit to allow people to challenge their own thinking as well as the thinking and direction that the organization as a whole was headed towards. As we left the room at the end of the day, energy levels were high, confidence was through the roof, pride was abundant and alignment of expectations were achieved. What could have seemed like a meeting

driven by a dominant and ego-driven CEO actually turned out to be a brilliant move to push the team beyond the limits of everyone going along to get along or simply saying “yes” to whatever the CEO said or wanted. This resonated with me as I was watching a Michael Norton baseball game on teleWINNING vision the other night. It was a ho-hum game WORDS at best. The score was 0-0 through the sixth inning. As the cameramen showed the dugouts of both teams throughout the game, it appeared as though everyone was bored including the players and the managers. Even the crowd in the stadium looked like they would have rather been somewhere else. And then all of a sudden one of the managers started yelling something from the dugout at one of the umpires. It seemed to be about nothing and at first looked like it was just going to blow over and the game would go on. And then the coach left the dugout and angrily approached the umpire. You didn’t have to be a professional lip reader to know what he was saying and the

body language was equally as aggressive. And, as you can imagine, the manager was ejected from the game. He started an argument over nothing and got himself tossed out of the game. But what he did was shake up and wake up his team. They went on to score a few runs that inning, the opposing team scored a few runs in their turn at bat, the crowd got back into the game, and excitement and energy seemed to be renewed. What is going on in our own lives personally or professionally where maybe we have become a little stale, a little too routine or complacent? Is there something that we can do to challenge ourselves and those around us to go deeper? Is there someone or something that needs a little shake-up and wake-up in our lives? Have we surrounded ourselves with “yes” men and women who only tell us what we want to hear? And if so, how can we ever grow or expect to progress? How about you, is it time to shake things up a bit in some way or in some area of your life? If so, I would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@gmail.com. And when we can shake things up and wake up a little bit, it really will be a better than good week. Michael Norton is a resident of Castle Rock, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation, a strategic consultant and a business and personal coach.

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Sometimes good things come along A college friend of mine was visiting his wife in the hospital. He was actually visiting her around the clock. She had undergone an all-day operation that was Craig Marshall Smith performed by a tag team of QUIET surgeons. DESPERATION Naturally, “Jack” was very concerned about her. His apprehensions, fears and doubts were competing with his lifelong optiSmith continues on Page 13

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Disappointed in lack of political leadership I was disappointed to learn that politics trumped doing something good for the state when the bill to make the hospital provider fee an enterprise was killed this week on a 3-2 vote along party lines. The change the bill was supporting seemed to offer tremendous benefits to the state, mainly in the form of future funding for transportation infrastructure and education — and it didn’t involve any taxes. Seemed like a commonsense bill to support. But common sense has no say when it comes to political fighting. Maybe if we had real and altruistic leaders in this state, perhaps we could make progress to protect Colorado long term. Why does it seem so

hard for elected officials to step up and look at opportunities to help make Colorado a great state without getting tangled in politics and never pushing ahead? The influx of new residents has been taking a toll on transportation, increased traffic and adding more students to our schools. Do any of our elected officials look at these bills with a long-term lens? An opportunity to do what was right for the citizens was killed because of politics. Elected officials need to be reminded of who they are serving and why they are serving, and sometimes a leader has to stand alone, to allow people to follow. Bernard Slack Littleton

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Memorial Day concert features flag ceremony The Castle Rock Band will host a free Memorial Day concert, in collaboration with American Legion Post #1187, at the bandstand in front of Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St. in Castle Rock. The flag cerSonya Ellingboe emony and concert will be at 3 p.m. May SONYA’S 29. (The next band concert will be at 7 SAMPLER p.m. June 18 — also at the bandstand.) The band is made up of volunteers and new members are welcome — no auditions. Go online to castlerockband.org. Longmire author to visit Craig Johnson, author of the Walt Longmire series, will be on hand from 7 to 9:30 p.m. on May 31 at Cherokee Ranch and Castle in Sedalia, presented by Douglas County Libraries. Johnson will talk about “The Highwayman: A Longmire Story,” the eighth in the series. Following a brief question-and-answer session, Johnson will sign books. A $30 fee includes a hardcover copy of the new novella, light appetizers and complimentary drink and a mini tour of the castle. Registration is required at DouglasCountyLibraries.org/craig-johnson; at press time, the ticket site noted that the event was standing room only. ACC stages art exhibition The annual Community Education Art Exhibition, with work by students and instructors, will be presented in Arapahoe Community College’s Colorado Gallery of the Arts from May 26 to June 27. An opening reception, with music, will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on May 26. The show, open to the public with free admission, will be open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. The gallery is on the

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mistic beliefs. He decided to stretch his legs. Something unusual was going on in the hall. A lot of people were gathered. He noticed that all of them were smiling, and directing their attention to a young man who was wearing a hospital gown. The young man was walking up and down the hallway, and everyone was giving him encouragement. Some were high-fiving him and patting him on the back. Jack said, “He was pushing a small suitcase-sized box with a handle in front of him. It was hooked up to him with some wires.” I started to put two and two together. Maybe I’m wrong, but someone or something was sending my friend — and others in the hospital — some good news. Jack asked what was going on This is what he was told. “That’s Victor. He’s walking to his operation. He’s going to get a new heart.” Jack said, “I still get choked up as I write this, remembering the feeling it gave me at the time. I don’t think I have ever experienced anything quite like this before. It was an amazing moment I will never forget.” Jack gave me one of those moments too, when he competed in the 70-andover high jump at the Indoor Masters Track and Field Championships in Albuquerque, New Mexico, in March. A lot had happened to both of us since we met in the late 1960s.

The Castle Rock Band will hold its Memorial Day Concert in collaboration with American Legion Post 1187 at 3 p.m. May 29 at the bandstand in front of the Philip S. Miller Library at 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Here, the band plays in 2014. Courtesy photo ACC campus at 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive in Littleton. For information, contact Bobbi Shupe, eppuffin@mac.com, or ACC Community Education, 303-797-5722. Young playwrights sought Applications are still open for Curious Theatre’s Curious New Voices summer intensive for young playwrights, ages 15 to 22. The four-week program will offer work with master playwrights Karen Zacarias, Lauren Yee and Thomas Bradshaw. Go online to curioustheatre.org. ‘Improv Playtimes’ offered Pam Roth O’Mara, who held a successful improv workshop at Arapahoe Community College this year, will offer two short “Improv Playtimes” at the Koelbel Library Forum: 6:15 to 8:45 p.m. on June 8 and July 13. Free, but donations

The fact that I hadn’t seen him in 46 years made it even more meaningful. Admittedly, it was no Victor in the hallway, but it worked. Life is bittersweet. I went to an open casket funeral for a good friend, and I couldn’t stick around because there was too much preaching going on. On the way to the freeway, I passed a couple of teenagers eating chocolate doughnuts. It didn’t make any sense. They looked far too happy. Incongruities occur all the time. And life goes on, no matter what. W. H. Auden said, “Stop all the clocks, prevent the dog from barking with a juicy bone.” But that never happens. We sometimes abide very privately, and no one sees us sleeping in a chair, in a hospital room. I imagine that my friend looked out the window now and then, and that he could see people coming and going. And that he wanted to be one of them, going home with his wife. He did go home with his wife, and she is recovering. I’d like to be able to tell you that Victor is playing beach volleyball this afternoon, but Jack doesn’t know what happened to him. Maybe that’s not important. Victor gave Jack and everyone else in the hallway something they will never forget. And now it’s being passed on to you, all the way from the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@ comcast.net.

welcomed. Sign up: signupgenius.com/ go/10c0c48aea829a2f94-yayimprov. Making it plein Register for the second annual Littleton Plein Air Paintout, scheduled June 2 and 3. Registration and information: depotartgallery.org. For additional information, contact Paul Nutting, 720-982-7269. Show of art at Depot Art Gallery, 2069 W. Powers Ave., Littleton, June 3 through 12. 1960s music “Motones vs Jerseys,” a new production at Lone Tree Art Center May 2029, will feature music by Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, The Temptations, The Four Tops, Stevie Wonder, Bruno Mars, Gladys Knight and the Pips, Beach Boys, Herman’s Hermits. The audience will vote on

a favorite. Tickets, $57, $51, $33 front row: 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree, 720-5091000, lonetreeartscenter.org. MOA artist in residence Maeve Eichelberger will be in her studio at Museum Outdoor Arts in the Englewood Civic Center, 1000 Englewood Parkway, from 1 to 2 p.m. on May 21 to introduce her artwork and discuss her latest 3-D “Saddle and Tack” acrylic series. Tickets: $10. Go online to moaonline.org. Flag Day fundraiser Denver Lyric Opera Guild celebrates Flag Day with a fundraiser at the Melting Pot, 2707 W. Main St., Littleton from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on June 14. Guests welcome. Tickets: $60, by June 9. Send checks, payable to DLOG, to Lynn Harrington, 9997 Raleigh St., Westminster, CO 80031.

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LIFE Technology pushes healthy behavior LOCAL

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Fitness trackers prove helpful with accountability By Shanna Fortier sfortier@coloradocommunitymedia.com

astle Rock resident Amber Lindstrom rarely takes her Fitbit HR Charge off her wrist: After all, it not only helps her track her daily steps, it also monitors her calorie burn, heart rate and sleep patterns. “I’m 100 percent more aware of my health,” she said. The 36-year-old travel agent stepped into the Fitbit world two years ago when she bought the Fitbit Flex as a motivation to be more active. “I felt that if I could get my daily steps in, I would be on my way to being more active,” Lindstrom said. And that has happened — the fitness tracker helps push her a little further each day. The idea of tracking steps or walking to achieve better health is nothing new. But the capabilities of wearable fitness trackers are constantly innovating to provide users with a more complete understanding of their personal health. Fitbit, the leading fitness tracker, came on the market in 2007 with a ramped-up version of the traditional pedometer. In 2011, Jawbone, a leading computer technology company, released UP, its version of the wearable technology. Since then, technology and fitness companies like Garmin, Under Armour and Microsoft have jumped on board creating their own products. Depending on the product you choose, users can track swimming, know how many minutes they were restless during sleep, and know when they’ve hit their target heart rate. For most users, though, it starts with a step. “Before, I always thought I put in a lot of

steps, but you don’t realize it until you track it,” Lindstrom said. “Some days I thought I walked a lot, but then I saw that I was only at 5,000 or 6,000.” The daily step goal on the Fitbit and most fitness trackers is 10,000 steps a day — the equivalent of about five miles. Many health experts cite the benefits of walking 10,000 steps a day, including lower blood pressure levels and better cardiovascular fitness. It has also been reported that 10,000 steps a day helps lower blood glucose levels and cuts the risk of developing diabetes. Oral Roberts University, a Christian university in Tulsa, Oklahoma, believes so much in the health benefits of walking that it recently announced a requirement for all incoming freshmen to wear fitness trackers. The fitness data of all first-year students will be tracked by the school — and will contribute to their grades, said Oral Roberts University Provost Kathaleen Reid-Martinez in a press release. The fitness requirement at the university isn’t new, but embracing the wearable technology will replace handwritten logs and add accountability for students. Accountability is something boot camp instructor Josh Stanton said is important and he expects it from his clients. When a client doesn’t show up for a workout, Stanton, owner of Generation Fitness in Parker and Castle Rock, calls or texts him or her. Fitness trackers also are one way people can hold themselves accountable, he said. “I think it’s an awesome accountability step for people to get into.” For Lindstrom, her Fitbit both keeps her accountable and encourages her. Since she links hers to the iPhone app, Lindstrom gets messages throughout the day notifying her that she is “2,000 steps away from her goal” and to “keep it up.” Or to tell her that she needs to “get moving!” “It keeps motivating me and cheers me on throughout the day,” Lindstrom said. She also likes the competitions feature. Fitbit allows users to compete against other users in weekly challenges like the Workweek Hustle and the Weekend Warrior. “I’m a very competitive person when it comes to doing the challenges,” Lindstrom said. “I strive for more than my usual — 15,000 to 20,000 (steps) a day. I think it really pushes you to a new level.”

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Best overall fitness tracker: Fitbit Blaze, $249.99

Best for swimming: Moov Now, $79.98

Best for notifications: Garmin Vivosmart HR, $149.99

Best for a tight budget: Misfit Flash, $24.99

Best for simplicity: Jawbone UP2, $99.99 Best for accuracy: Misfit Shine 2, $99.99 Best for heart rate monitoring: Fitbit Charge HR, $149.95 Best for sleep tracking: Jawbone UP3, $179.99 Best for ecosystem: Under Armour Band, $180 Best for running: Microsoft Band 2, $249.99

Best for multisports: Garmin Vivoactive, $249.99 Best for bling: Misfit Swarovski Shine, $249 Best for style: Mondaine Helvetica No.1 Smart, $850 Best clip-on activity tracker: Jawbone UP Move, $49.99 Source: Published on wareable.com on April 4

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‘Sunset Boulevard’ is powerful musical Vintage Theatre production is engaging stage offering

IF YOU GO “Sunset Boulevard” plays through May 29 at Vintage Theatre, 1468 Dayton St., Aurora. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $28-$34, vintagetheatre.com or 303-856-7830.

By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com Sliding, rough wood barn doors fill the Vintage Theatre stage as the audience arrives for “Sunset Boulevard,” immediately raising one’s curiosity about what lies behind them. Set designer Tobias Harding has cleverly delineated two worlds by opening and closing those doors and pulling on a few simple set pieces when needed. Writer Joe Gillis (Drew Hirschboek) is looking for a job and evading the car repo guys as he walks into a movie set that tells us a lot about phoniness and 1950s Hollywood. (“We should talk … let’s have lunch …”) He meets his agent and begs for a job. Lots going on … C.B. DeMille (Mark Rossman) and a retinue of costumed actors arrive to shoot a scene. Joe meets Betty (Miranda Byers), who wants him to help her with a script, and wants more from him. Throughout “Sunset Boulevard, almost all dialogue is sung and the leads have fine voices — it’s described as an opera by many. The melodramatic combination of two broken people struggling to make a

Former film star Norma Desmond (Marcia Ragonetti) descends the stairs in her “Sunset Boulevard” mansion to greet writer Joe Gillis (Drew Hirschboeck) as the musical tale begins. Photo by Christine Fisk for Denver Mind Media life certainly fits the operatic pattern and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s score is strong. Joe escapes the repossession thugs and turns into an empty garage he finds near a mansion on Sunset Boulevard. He rings the front door bell and another world opens up — the elegant, if musty entryway, hall and stairway belonging to Norma Desmond (stunning classical

singer Marcia Ragonetti), an aging, delusional former silent film star. She is cared for and sheltered from the world that has passed her by, by her elderly and adoring servant Max (Wes Munsil). A figure from her former life, he supports her delusions of grandeur and gently keeps her operating as the still grande dame of theater. Joe seeks an editing job with Norma

Concerts set for great outdoors Tunes on the Terrace series features five performances By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com Single tickets are available for Lone Tree’s annual Tunes on the Terrace series, which presents five shows between June 10 and July 29 — or, of course, a summeroutside-concert-lover will want to buy a series ticket. Concerts are held outside on the terrace at Lone Tree Arts Center at 10075 Commons St. in Lone Tree, with one exception. (In case of inclement weather, the events move inside to the Main Stage, with reserved seat numbering matching inside numbers for a smooth transition.) • The varied programming starts at 8 p.m. June 10 with singer, songwriter,

guitarist Kevin MaC, who was a major hit with 2014 audiences. His roots are in country music, but he puts his own spin on a variety of styles: hip-hop, classic rock and more. • June 24, 8 p.m. — The Ultraphonic Jazz Orchestra, a 21-piece line-up of Denver’s jazz musicians that includes alumni of bands such as the Stan Kenton, Woody Herman, Buddy Rich, Maynard Ferguson and Glenn Miller bands. Performances of big band charts, fine orchestrations. • July 9, 8 p.m. — Comedian Kevin Fitzgerald will perform inside on the Main Stage. A former bouncer with the Rolling Stones and the Who, Fitzgerald had a 25-year career as a veterinarian and performed as a professional stand-up comedian. He also appeared on Animal Planet’s “Emergency Vets,” “NBC Nightly News,” “Today Show with Matt Lauer,” “Late Show with Craig Ferguson.” • July 15, 8 p.m. — Boulder-based Face,

Arts center unveils upcoming season Littleton venue shares samples of productions By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com Town Hall Arts Center, at 2450 W. Main St. in downtown Littleton, invited subscribers and friends in for a sampling of the new season recently: six musicals in a variety of flavors, from classic to a regional theater premiere. Performers sang bits from the new works — some new to the audience. Directors Nick Sugar and Robert Wells will be returning to work their respective kinds of magic on Town Hall’s small, but versatile stage. Sugar said, “From princesses to BB guns, to puppets with an attitude, a piece of our history to a bridegroom mystery, Town Hall just can’t stop the beat!” • Starting Sept. 9 to Oct. 8 will be the comical “Once Upon a Mattress,” by Mary Rodgers, Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller, Marshall Barer, directed by Robert Wells. Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic “Princess and the Pea,” it’s fun with fairy tales. • The regional premiere of “A Christmas Story, the Musical,” Nov. 11 to Dec. 30, adds a score to the beloved film story of Ralphie and his quest for an Official Red Ryder carbine-action air rifle. Book

by Joseph Robinette, music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. Nick Sugar will direct this new sugarplum. • “Avenue Q” by Jeff Marx, Robert Lopez, Jeff Whitty, won three Tony awards and features somewhat potty-mouthed puppets who offer constant laughs as they try to find a place in the infinite scheme of things. Robert Wells directs. Plays Jan. 13 to Feb. 4, 2017. • From Feb. 17 to March 19, audiences will enjoy “Bonnie and Clyde,” with music by Frank Wildhorn, lyrics by Don Black, book by Ivan Menchell, about a colorful pair on the run from the law. The score combines blues, gospel and rockabilly music. Directed by Nick Sugar. • “The Robber Bridegroom,” with book and lyrics by Alfred Uhry, music by Robert Waldman, based on a novel by Eudora Welty, will play March 31 to April 30. Set in 18th-century Mississippi, it follows robber Jamie Lockhart in his pursuit of rich planter’s daughter Rosamund. Country romp. Robert Wells will direct. • “Hairspray,” the musical based on the John Waters film, takes audiences to 1960s Baltimore and adventures of plus-sized teen heroine Tracy Turnblad, playing May 19 to June 18. Directed by Nick Sugar. For season tickets, see townhallartscenter.org or call 303-794-2787, ext. 5. (Single tickets will go on sale July 20.)

an all-vocal rock band, with four singers and a vocal drummer, will perform a program of modern tunes, enhanced by complex harmonies, beat-box rhythms. • July 29, 8 p.m.- — The Mary Louise Lee Band will deliver a mix of R&B, soul, contemporary jazz, and Top 40. Lee, a Denver native is also Denver’s first lady and a performer for over 20 years. Dancing encouraged.

when she says she has written a script for “Salome,” in which she will play the lead — she’s certain that DeMille will want it and will star her as the 15-year-old Salome. Although one can see where this is going, one remains engaged with this and parallel stories. Norma’s costumes — and the mansion set — are rich, multi-textured and gorgeous, over-the-top collections. Other costumes, accessories and props are carefully curated for a 1950s look, and a highlight is a sleek green 1952 MG convertible (anonymously loaned and for sale) cleverly incorporated into the scene. Directors Craig Bond and Evgueni Mlodik have lovingly staged a big, complex musical, hired a solid orchestra, conducted by Travis Yamamoto, incorporated projection cleverly at times and in general, produced an engaging show. Spend an evening in la-la land …

IF YOU GO Tunes on the Terrace is scheduled at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. One performance is an indoor event, but the others will be in reserved seating or on the lawn. Chairs may not be brought in — only blankets for lawn seating. The bar will serve drinks and snacks, as during the indoor season. Audience members may bring a picnic, but no alcohol is permitted. Tickets: lonetreeartscenter.org. 720-509-1000.

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‘Kaleidoscope’ show has unusual approach

By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com The 12th annual “Kaleidoscope” Exhibition, a local tradition, has put out a call for artists to enter the exhibit, scheduled July 11 to Aug. 11 in Colorado Gallery of the Arts at Arapahoe Community College (the Annex). In contrast to most local shows, instead

of a digital entry, artists are to bring submissions to the gallery between 9 and 11 a.m. on July 11 and submit the actual work. Fee: $10 per entry. Work will be judged from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and unaccepted art is to be picked up between 1 and 3 p.m. the same day, if the artist is notified. There is no limit on the number of entries. Exact cash or checks please — no credit cards. Media accepted: ceramics,

Atlantic Tele-Network, Inc. Position: Engineer – Core Network Location: Castle Rock, Colorado Responsibilities: Provide overall technical support and guidance for implementation of new IP multimedia subsystems wireless networking technologies. Design and execute company network element, subsystem, and/or network acceptance test procedure. Design and maintain routing guides and standard call routing translations schema for all MSC’s. Manage signaling protocols and interfaces related to LTE and implementation of signaling links into network element. Support ATNI subsidiaries during capacity growth including: new switch implementations, voice mail platforms, external HLR and trunk augmentations. Maintain 911 routing and assist new markets with 911 set up and testing. Regional travel (less than 10%). Education & experience requirements: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or closely-related field, with 3 years professional experience with equipment vendor, integrating wireless voice and data communications Core and BBS networks and subsystems, and translation experience with ZTE MSCe, ZTE BSC, and ZTE MGW, and with CDMA wireless technology (voice/data) on one or more wireless network subsystems. To apply, mail resume to: Atlantic Tele-Network, Inc., ATTN: Human Resources, 1562 Park Street, Castle Rock, CO 80109.

Atlantic Tele-Network, Inc. Position: Director of RF System Performance Location: Castle Rock, Colorado Responsibilities: Day-to-day management of the RF System Performance team to ensure proper design, testing, and operation of network enhancements, new site builds, cell modification, capacity management, and switch enhancement; Identify and respond to performance degradation within UMTS/CDMA and LTE networks; Manage KPI goals set business requirements; Develop and interpret organizational goals, policies and procedures; Review key business indicators, monitor and report variance including balancing score card metrics on a regular basis; Prepare & review project progress reports; Negotiate with 3rd party vendors regarding contracts; Establish and promote new techniques, processes, tools and standards for effective forecasting capacity planning on system optimization. Up to 25% travel to various company and 3rd party sites required. Education & experience requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Computer/Electrical/Tele-Communications), 5 years of management-level professional experience including experience optimizing LTE/HSUPA/EDGE networks, contract negotiations, SLAs with wireless equipment/system vendors, working with NSN and Ericsson platforms, deploying and optimizing networks for Location Based Services, RF Design planning, and managing drive tests and drive test teams. To apply, mail resume to: Atlantic Tele-Network, Inc., ATTN: Human Resources, 1562 Park Street, Castle Rock, CO 80109

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and grew up in Tampa, Florida, and moved to the Littleton area for his freshman year in high school. The climate change suited him because it was cooler, he said, and he likes the laid-back Denver culture. He plays lacrosse and ice hockey. Being an athlete, he said, helped him make the transition to a new school.

other things, including academics. But I did make the choice to take part in the International Baccalaureate program because, while I was pretty good at math and science, writing was a weak point for me. I took the IB program because it demanded a lot of quality writing.

As I head into the next chapter of my life, I am most excited about … If you really I am most knew me, excited about you’d know attending the that … University I am relaxed of Florida, and a pretty majoring in laid-back biological person. I science so am active I can work when playing in research sports, but to make adotherwise vancements Jacob Bloom I am calm in science and a bit of and mediLITTLETON a peopleI will be HIGH SCHOOL cine. pleaser. It is seeking an hard to pick engineering a favorite sport because I degree. The math portion like the physical aspect of of engineering should be hockey and also the need OK because I am good at to think more when playmath. But I also will be taking lacrosse. I also like to use my hands. My dad and ing a lot of biology classes, which are demanding and I work together. We built a require a lot of memorizasailboat and right now we tion. I’ll plan to work on are working on a kayak. those memorization skills. I plan to focus on my My favorite part about studies, but I might play high school was … club lacrosse while I am Meeting new people, in college. But my focus is having new experiences to earn my degree and go and making new friends. into the research ﬁeld, so I It isn’t always easy to can contribute to making balance all that goes with playing sports with all the the world better.

WHAT WORD BEST DESCRIBES YOUR CLASS? Unique

Not only are we well-balanced in our achievements in sports, academics, FBLA and other clubs and activities, but we are good at being present — enjoying what’s happening today rather than getting too focused on the future. Nate Anderson, Arapahoe High School

Well-rounded

We are skilled, capable and knowledgeable in many different aspects in our lives. We also provide guidance and direction to the underclassmen while respecting those who have graduated before us. Skyler Kopit, Arapahoe High School

Strength

The Class of 2016 can be deﬁned by their strength and passion. I am proud to be a part of the Class of 2016 because I have never seen a class so dedicated to each other, to their learning and success of all. We see struggle as opportunity for improvement. Whether we struggle in schoolwork or life events, I have seen the sense of community and positivity unite my class into one that is truly extraordinary. Lauren Tusa, Arapahoe High School

Community

We understand that we are members of local, national and global communities. From those communities, we partake in a feeling of fellowship and belonging. To them, we contribute a sense of responsibility and the courage to enact positive change within them. Ethan Snow, Arapahoe High School

Extraordinary

Our willingness to try and go the extra mile in and outside of school, our additional effort to include everyone in school events, and our determination to receive what we deserve are all qualities that raise the class of 2016 from ordinary to extraordinary. Nicole Belin, Arapahoe High School

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My favorite part of high school was … plans to attend The friendships that I Metropolitan State made and having fun going University and study out on the weekend and elementary special just being able to kind of education. She let loose and have some participated in myriad fun relaxing activities in outside of high school, the academic including world. being part of the dance As I head team for four into the year and the next chapter percussion of my life, section I’m most leader. She excited was the editor about … this past year Brittany Berglund The new of Cherry HIGHLANDS adventure Creek’s and getting yearbook, RANCH to meet new The Patriot, HIGH SCHOOL people, do and was part new things of the media I haven’t done before. club. And I’m actually going to Europe for 20 days this If you really knew me, summer as a Colorado you’d know that … Ambassador of Youth I really like to work with Music. So I’ll be out there kids that have special traveling around Europe needs. I really ﬁnd there with about 400 other kids is a joy that really isn’t tapped into very much. from Colorado.

Caroline McLeod

My favorite part about high school was … Heritage High School Being a part of a team Caroline will attend — whether in student University of government, Mississippi tennis or in the fall dance — I to study had the accounting opportunity and ﬁnance. to work At Heritage, with lots of she played different varsity tennis, people in was on the many unique Liberty Belles situations, dance team and always and took part Caroline McLeod had fun with in student whoever I HERITAGE government. was with.

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If you really knew me, you’d know that … I am extremely passionate about everything that I do. I never do anything halfway, and I take pride in my work.

As I head into the next chapter of my life, I’m most excited about … Getting to make new friends and build relationships to last a lifetime.

My favorite part about Nathan Eng came to high school was … STEM as a freshman. I liked the individual atInterested in the sciences tention that I have gotten for a long time, he took here. I kind of didn’t like many such classes throughout high school. that about my middle He was a school member of classes with a the crossbillion people country where you reteam and ally couldn’t juggles as a talk to the hobby in his teacher. I spare time. liked getting Next year, to know the Eng plans to teachers study physics here. I really at Royal liked most Holloway Nathan Eng of it. University STEM HIGH As I head of London, into the next SCHOOL where he received a chapter of scholarship. my life, I’m most excited If people really knew me, about … Living in London. That will they would know … be cool, I hope. UndergradThat I am independent. uate research as well. I’m I can solve most of my problems by myself. Open- going into physics and I really want to do research. minded. I think that’s a big My school has a huge thing about me — I like to program for that so I’m analyze all of my options thrilled about the opportuand look for new opportunity to be on the frontiers nities that aren’t obvious. And, I’m a risk taker. of physics, hopefully.

WHAT WORD BEST DESCRIBES YOUR CLASS? Compassionate

The class of 2016 can be described as hard-working, compassionate and innovative. Our class has overcome great obstacles and has become a uniﬁed body of students. As students, we strive to work collaboratively to ensure the success of Arapahoe High School in various aspects of academics, community service and extracurricular activities. I believe the world is gaining a class full of bright thinkers willing to take risks, and I am ecstatic to see what the future holds for the class of 2016. Mollie Gardner, Arapahoe High School

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For us, our strong achievements and strong sense of community have allowed us to work well together and achieve greatness. Not only have we excelled academically and athletically, but we have also done incredible things in the realms of music, theater and art (visual and auditory). While these are obviously the result of highly talented and incredibly hard-working people, they also reﬂect our ability to work together. It takes great leadership to make great things happen, and I am proud to say the Class of 2016 has achieved both. Max Hostetter, Arapahoe High School

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The Class of 2016 is different and unique. Born into an uncertain, changing world has made us strong. We’ve learned to worked hard to achieve highly. Through our athleticism, education, art and other endless talent, we strive for success. We are uniﬁed and supportive of each other — whether it be cheering for the players on the ﬁeld or applauding the actors on stage — we are there for one another. Warriors always take care of one another. We are leaders to those around us, determined to make a change in the world. We take chances and put others before ourselves. We are the future. Maddison North, Arapahoe High School

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We always do things at the last minute, have fun doing them, but they are always kind of crazy. Amelia Conti, Cherry Creek High School

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The senior theme is compassion and action. That is something that has really meant a lot to me because as seniors we’ve been able to build an inclusive community of not only Creek students, but a community of leaders where everyone is included and everyone has a voice on campus. Kaushik Kannan, Cherry Creek High School

Enthusiasm

The class of 2016 is separated from other classes through our enthusiasm and school spirit. We are good at coming together as one unit and making something big happen (class song, dress-up days, etc.). I also believe that, as a whole, everyone is supportive of each other. Whether it’s athletes, artists, or anything in between, people in this class support both the individuals and the groups. Claire Kantor, Heritage High School

Passion

The class of 2016 is a class that is full of passion and looks to change the world. We are people who have all different visions and ways of making them a reality. Each one of us has something different to offer, and we make our strengths beneﬁt both ourselves and others. Taylor Swafford, Heritage High School

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The class of 2016 at Heritage is a spirited, hard-working group of students. We are highly competitive academically and still support and participate in every part of the school! Emily McNamara, Heritage High School

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The class of 2016 is united by school spirit and a strong family-like relationship that continues to make an impact in our community. Throughout the four years of high school together, we have grown through a supportive environment that continues to allow us to expand our future into college. Katie Kelley, Heritage High School

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The class of 2016 is full of leaders. We are able to acknowledge the ideas and strengths of each individual to work together and accomplish anything. Abby Ward, Heritage High School

Togetherness

As shown through our undeniably excellent ability to win assemblies, the class of 2016 puts aside all differences and comes together to prove our school spirit and our class pride. When we stand together as a class we are a family. We wouldn’t have achieved our famous 6-peat without being the fun, school-spirited and hard-working class we are. Amelia Watson, Heritage High School

Determination

The class of 2016 is deﬁned by our determination to succeed. We strive for greatness and are relentless in pursuit of our dreams. Makenna Shaw, Heritage High School

Enthusiasm

The class of 2016 is deﬁned by our enthusiasm and the joy we have in being in community with each other. Landon Baird, Heritage High School

Unity

Over the years, we have all grown closer with one another and accomplished great things, whether during Spirit Weeks, MAD Week, or just in the classroom — we work together to help each other become the best version of ourselves. While there are deﬁnitely groups of people that are good friends, I have never felt the stereotypical “cliques” form. As a collective group, we all accept one another and lift each other up. We have created an accepting environment to learn and grow in. Caroline McLeod, Heritage High School

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I’d deﬁne the class of 2016 as a supportive community that is able to set aside its differences to overcome adversity. We celebrate our differences and unify in our school spirit. Anna Kopatich, Heritage High School

Baseball is the word I use to describe my high school career. I love the sport and high school gave the opportunity to play a lot of games. I made a lot of friends playing baseball and I have some great memories of playing for the Lions, like the no-hitter that I pitched. Enrique Duran, Littleton High School

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The class of 2016 represents a class that continues to show commitment throughout high school. We are able to come together as a class and dress up on spirit days and show pride at the pep assemblies. I believe our class truly demonstrates pride, character and excellence. Lauren Peters, Heritage High School

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Our class would best be described as hard0working because everything we do is with passion. Kendra George, Heritage High School

Passion

Our excitement and passion about our school, and our hard work in everything we do, deﬁnes us. Sarah Roney, Heritage High School

I have grown and matured so much since I came to high school. I was very shy when I was a freshman. My friends and all my experiences have helped me overcome my shyness, so I am able to do so many different things now that I didn’t used to be able to do. High school has also been fun and has helped me go forward with my plans to attend college and become a doctor. Jenae Stutzman, Littleton High School

Intense

There have been so many challenges to face and try to overcome that it has been an intense time for me. But meeting the challenges has made me the person that I am. The experiences have helped me grow and mature so that I feel that I am ready to face the future after graduation. Yadira Quezada, Littleton High School

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Exciting

I have a good time making new friends. There also has been the opportunity to experience different things. It seemed there was some new experience every day to challenge me and help me to mature. Janna Elliott, Englewood High School

Fun

All the exciting times at this school have been a lot of fun. In my four years here, it has been fun to meet a lot of different people and to learn a lot of new things. There were new things that made me think and helped me learn. It was not always easy, but it was almost always fun. Chaz Chapman, Englewood High School

Extravagant

My high school was extravagant because it changed me and changed my longtime friends so much. My friends and I are close and it was sort of like being in a family and watching family members grow up. The changes also helped me get ready to accept the changes that will come once I graduate and go off to college. Cecil Ondack, Englewood High School

Change

I changed so much over those years. I know I grew up a lot. The experiences here at school and at my job have helped me get over my shyness and helped me to (be) more professional in business as I greet and talk to people. The changes have deﬁnitely helped me prepare for the future after high school. Amber Jandebear, Englewood High School

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It seemed every day was different and you had to be ready to deal with the unexpected. As a freshman, almost everyone was a stranger and you had to meet new people and make new friends. There were a lot of challenges and it was something to deal with every day. I feel I learned a lot, and high school has been a great experience that has helped me to mature and be ready to move forward to college to play baseball after graduation. Izaiah Kovach, Englewood High School

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Because a forever home should be forever. Take Annabelle home Saturday, May 21st, during Invisible Fence of Colorado’s Grand Reopening and Pet Adoption Event Meet Annabelle. She’s a 2-year-old Catahoula mix. Douglas County found her at a small, rural shelter in Texas, where she’d been waiting for months. She’s excited for a chance to meet a loving family! Round up your pets and get ready for a day of FREE food, pet pampering and an adoption party for your new family member at our new location! FREE Refreshments: • Pizza and drinks for you • Desserts for your pets FREE Pet Care: • Free Microchipping • Wash stations • And more! GREAT Deals: • Receive exclusive discounts on Invisible Fence® Brand Solutions when you donate a new or gently-used dog crate to Douglas County Canine Rescue • Discounts on innovative pet products from PetSafe® and SportDOG® Brands

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READY, SET, GO! South Suburban hosts 35th annual High Line Canal Race

About 700 people participated in South Suburban’s 35th Annual High Line Canal Race on May 14. Photo courtesy of South Suburban Parks & Recreation

Gloomy weekend weather didn’t stop about 700 people from running the 35th annual High Line Canal Race on May 14. “The cloudy, cool day was perfect for runners,” said Jamie DeBartolomeis, South Suburban Parks and Recreation marketing specialist. The 5K and 10K runs started and finished at South Suburban’s deKoevend Park, off South University Boulevard near East Arapahoe Road. Andrew Simmons, of Lakewood, finished first in the 5K and Kenneth Foster, of Monument, finished first in the 10K. The City of Centennial sponsored the race and Mayor Cathy Noon was the announcer. Fun fact: 86-year-old Gene Kamrass, of Highlands Ranch, was a spectator in the crowd. He ran in the first High Line Canal Race 35 years ago and coached Junior Olympic teams. — Alex DeWind

STEM

STEM CENTERS FULLY FUNDED

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A group of students built small wooden boxes that double as self-contained games, with participants putting wooden pegs into holes that are color-coded to sides of a die that accompanies the game. HealthSouth registered nurse Katarzyna Wolanska, whose daughter, Natalia, worked on the project, said the games can be used to help physical or occupational therapy patients regain motor skills. “It makes you feel pretty good,” said student Lilli Bills, of building something that can help people. Bills was the foreperson, or leader, of the team that designed and built the games. The STEM classes have caught her interest, and she wants to continue to learn more. “I think it’d be cool to make cars like they do in the eighth grade,” she said, referring to small, carbon-dioxide-powered model cars. The car project, in which students design their cars on computer-aided design software and build them, is a student favorite, Finer said. He’s been assigning the project for 18 years, but the STEM centers take it to another level. Computer simulators allow students to test their designs for

After four years of fundraising and building in three phases, the middle-school STEM centers in Littleton Public Schools will soon be completed. Littleton Public Schools Foundation Executive Director Beth Best presented a check for $250,000 to the district on May 12 to complete the final phase, which will add 3-D printers, laser engravers, computer-controlled machining tools and more to the centers. The total cost of the centers for all four schools is $600,000. “We’re really proud to have finished this project,” Best said.

Newton Middle School technology engineering teacher Marc Finer speaks about the projects his students have worked on throughout the school year. Photo by Kyle Harding drag and other factors that affect speed, and they can race their simulations against classmates, as well as students in the STEM centers at the district’s other middle schools. “The STEM centers have really

allowed us to merge the research and design with the manufacturing,” Finer said. “A simulation is just a simulation on a computer.” When the cars are built, they are raced for real on a 65-foot track.

“They’ll reach speeds over 60 mph,” Finer said. Other areas STEM students learn about are robotics, programming and metalworking. A project the students work on by themselves is a clipboard

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Burkett and other opponents say the plan is too large and doesn’t fit with the character of downtown Littleton. A trial date in the 18th Judicial District has been set for Sept. 1, but Burkett is hoping for a summary judgement instead. An online crowdsourcing effort from about 80 people has raised about $20,000 for the challenge, which may not be enough for a trial. Burkett said that Zocalo wants to go to trial. “They’re trying to raise the cost and smoke us out,” she said. Zocalo did not respond to repeated requests for comment. Comment from Zocalo On the morning of May 16, a handful of Littleton residents showed their displeasure with the project by waving signs along the side of the street. And nearly every house near the site displays a sign protesting the development. Burkett said she expected more people to join her during the public comment section of the May 17 city council meeting. City Community Development Director Jocelyn Mills declined to comment on the lawsuit, but confirmed that a building permit had been issued.

Leah Burkett stands in front of the house she and her husband own on South Bemis Street, across from the site of The Grove, a senior apartment complex that is under construction. The Burketts have rented out the house and moved to a different neighborhood. Photo by Kyle Harding Meanwhile, Burkett and her husband, Ben, have rented out the Bemis Street house that they bought in 2009 and moved to a different neighborhood before construction began.

“I grew up in a quiet area,” she said. “The noise was going to be a major issue for me.” Burkett says she is not against development, and even thinks the site would be

milled out of a piece of sheet metal, which student Mary Pfeiffer-DeVito enjoyed. “I really want to do (STEM) next year,” she said. “I think it’d be fun to continue working with metal.” Clay Abla, the district’s director of secondary education, echoed Ewert’s point that STEM education helps all students. “Our board of education wants this type of experience for every single kid,” he said. Finer agreed. “No matter what you do,” he said, “the collaboration is huge.”

perfect for a residential project — just a smaller one. Deborah Gallagos, one of the protesters on May 16, lives in a home just across Bemis Street from The Grove. She has lived there for 25 years and said she was unaware of the plan until Burkett began leading the effort against it. “We didn’t even know what was going on,” she said. “It will dwarf everything around here.” The city’s administrative approval of the plan last September also draws the ire of opponents. The city determined that the plan fell within zoning requirements of the neighborhood. “You just never imagine that city government will let something like this come in,” Gallagos said. This isn’t the first time residents of the neighborhood have fought against a proposed development at the site. The Broadstone project, which was eventually voted down by city douncil in 2013, led to the formation of the predecessor of Advocates for Littleton, a group called Citizens for Rational Development. In the course of several public hearings, Burkett said, “everybody agreed that this was a bad project for downtown Littleton.” She sees an ominous link between the successful fight against Broadstone and the approval of the latest project. “My first reaction upon hearing about The Grove was `this is revenge for not passing Broadstone,’ ” she said.

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THIS WEEK’S

TOP 5

Guide to Retirement Learn about retirement from financial advisors from Kummer Financial Strategies Inc. at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 24, at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Program Patricia Kummer will be led by Highlands Ranch Herald financial columnist Patricia Kummer, a certified financial planner and member of Financial Planners of Colorado; and Phil Wilson, financial advisor with Kummer Financial Strategies. Workshop will last 45 minutes with Q&A to follow. Space is limited; RSVP no later than Monday, May 23. Call 303-470-1209 or email clientservice@kummerfinancial.com. Plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to start time. Legally Blonde The last production in Town Hall Arts Center’s 2015-2016 season is “Legally Blonde, the Musical.” Based on the movie, the musical follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Show opens Friday, May 20, and runs through Sunday, June 19 at 2450 W. Main St., Littleton. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. Additional shows are at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4, and 6:30 p.m. Sunday, June 12 and June 19. For tickets, stop by the Town Hall Arts Center box office, call 303-794-2787 ext. 5 or go to townhallartscenter.org. Pop Haydn Performs Whit “Pop” Haydn performs at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 20-21 at Theatre of Dreams, 735 Park St., Castle Rock. Haydn is the winner of seven performer of the year awards from Magic Castle, the clubhouse of the Academy of Magical Arts. He has opened for Jerry Seinfeld, the Smothers Brothers, Loretta Lynn and more. For tickets and information, call 303-660-6799 or go to http:// Tickets.AmazingShows.com. Victoria’s Tea Enjoy tea, scones, music and great stories at the first Victoria’s Tea from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, May 21, at The Gathering Place at Christ’s Episcopal Church, 615 4th St., Castle Rock. The tea is a benefit for the Castle Rock Historical Society and Museum. Come as you are or wear your finest outfit or hat. Cups will be provided or bring your own to show off. Tickets may be purchased at the Castle Rock Museum or online at www.castlerockmuseum.org under the Event Tickets tab. Contact 303-814-3164 or museum@ castlerockhistoricalsociety.org. Denver’s Amusement Parks: A Story of Fun Listen to an entertaining talk on the story of Denver’s amusement parks from 2-3 p.m. Monday, May 23, at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Historian and author David Forsyth will take you on a trip through the rollercoaster history of Lakeside and Elitch’s, the only two amusement parks that remained in Denver after 1914. Lakeside Amusement Park, which opened in 1908, was once nicknamed White City for its glittering display of more than 100,000 lights. It was a park with 50 forms of amusement ranging from a railway to a casino. Elitch Gardens, opening in 1890, had one of the first zoos west of Chicago and was the site of Denver’s first motion picture theater. During the 1950s two new ventures threatened the dominance of Denver’s established amusement parks and Forsyth will discuss what happened to these projects. Copies of David Forsyth’s book, Denver’s Lakeside Amusement Park, will be available for purchase and signing. Call 303-795-3961.

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THINGS TO DO THEATER/FILM

Red Riding Hood A delightful update to the classic children’s story will be presented in Page to Stage, a Douglas County Libraries program that brings children’s theater to life for kids ages 5 and older. Program is presented at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 21, at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Registration required; call 303-791-7323 or go to www.DouglasCountyLibraries.org.

MUSIC/CONCERTS

Concert Explores Creation Only Creation, a concert exploring the Creation through music, is at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 22, at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Listen as the Creation comes alive through beautiful text, tones and harmonies performed by the Charles Wesley Choir, Festival Choir, St. Andrew Sisters and Orchestra. The concert is free and open to the public. Contact Mark Zwilling at mzwilling@gostandrew.com or 303 794-2683. Forever Grateful the Tour Sandi Patty, with special guests Veritas, presents Forever Grateful the Tour at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 27, at St. Andrews United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highland Ranch. Tickets may be purchased at the church. Sandi Patty is a widely acclaimed and 5-time Grammy winner who will retire after this historic 90city tour. Contact 336-887-3582 or www.premierproductions.com.

ART/CRAFTS

Heritage Fine Arts Guild Show The Heritage Fine Arts Guild of Arapahoe County will have its member spring art show through May 31 at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. The painting exhibit is free and open to the public. All works are originals and available for sale directly from the participating artists. Go to www.heritage-guild.com.

EVENTS

Dance Classes Adventures in Dance presents a number of dance classes in May. The studio is at 1500 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton. Go to www.adventuresindance. com. Following is a list of classes offered in May. Line Dance Aerobics: Learn dances including cowboy cha-cha, electric slide, cupid shufﬂe and the wobble in a workout format. Class offered on Mondays. Swing, Jive and Rock `n’ Roll: Learn popular club dances to big band ad popular rock music. Class offered on Tuesdays. Learn to Salsa: Class offered on Wednesdays. Foxtrot: Class offered on Thursdays. Medieval dance mini boot camp: Learn to toss the duchess, strip the willow, greensleeves, saltarello and more. Class includes potluck party at the end of class. Social swing dance sampler: Learn popular swing dances at the social swing dance sampler on Friday, May 20 and Friday, May 27. Bird Banding Visitors to the Audubon Nature Center in May will get to watch research in action while seeing warbles, sparrows, woodpeckers, thrushes and other songbirds at the bird banding station with Bird Conservancy of the Rockies. The station is open to the public from 7:30-11 a.m. Saturday, May 21, Sunday, May 22, Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29. The Audubon Society is at 11280 S. Waterton Road, Littleton. Contact 303-973-9530 or info@denveraudubon.org. Go to www.denveraudubon.org. Saturday Surprise Drop in and learn a craft, get home improvement ideas, get suggestions on books to read and learn about local happenings at Saturday Surprise at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 21, and Saturday, May 28, at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. No registration is required; contact 303-791-7323 or go to www.DouglasCountyLibraries.org. Church Welcomes Zimbabwe Minister First Presbyterian Church welcomes the Rev. Kurauone Mutimwii, who will present a special worship service at the 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. services Sunday, May 22, at 1609 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton. Mutimwii was born in the southern province of Zimbabwe in the rural part of the country. He did his ministry theological training in Zambia and graduated in 2011. He now serves at Masvingo Presbyterian Church. He and his wife, Nancy, have three children. Mutimwii is with a small delegation of ministers from Zimbabwe visiting Denver Presbytery for meetings and preaching at local churches. Call 303-798-1389. Visiting Cuba: Land of Mystery and Beauty The barriers to traveling to Cuba are quickly disappearing. Learn more about this mysterious island from 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 24, at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Author and international tour director Frank Slater has completed 26 tours in Cuba during the last three years through the people-to-people program. He will talk about the history of Cuba, the embargo and blockade, as well as the Cuban culture. Hear about what is happening with the normalization of Cuba/US relations and what that means for the average traveler. Slater is a professional photographer and will show many photos from his visits to Cuba. He is CEO of the International Guide Academy, headquartered in Denver, and has traveled to over 85 countries and six continents. Call 303-795-3961.

Dinosaur Program Drop in and learn about dinosaurs with the Friends of Dinosaur Ridge. Ideal for kids in second to sixth grades, program is at 3 p.m. Thursday, May 26, at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. No registration required. Call 303-791-7323 or go to www.DouglasCountyLibraries.org. Tuesday Morning Women’s Golf League The Englewood Women’s Golf Association is accepting applications for the 2016 season. The women play Tuesday mornings at Broken Tee Englewood golf course. Contact the membership chair for information, ewga18@gmail.com.

HEALTH

Community Blood Drives A number of community blood drives are planned in the area. For information or to schedule an appointment, contact the Bonfils Appointment Center at 303-363-2300, unless otherwise noted. Go to www.bonfils.org. Upcoming blood drives are: Saturday, May 21, 7:30 a.m. to noon, St. Thomas More Parish Center, 7071 E. Otero Ave., Centennial; Sunday, May 22, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 8817 S. Broadway, Littleton (Maryanne Eagelston, 720-891-2248); Tuesday, May 24, 12:30-6 p.m., Columbine Library, 7706 W. Bowles Ave., Littleton; Thursday, May 26, 10-11:40 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m., Whole Foods Southglenn, 6853 S. York St., Suite 119, Littleton; Thursday, May 26, 9-10:40 a.m. and noon to 2:30 p.m., Quadrant Building, 5445 DTC Parkway, Centennial; Saturday, May 28, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock; Sunday, May 29, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Walmart, 11101 S. Parker Road, Parker. Can Food Choices Save the Planet? Throughout history, civilizations that have destroyed their environments have disappeared. Industrial agriculture in the United States is destroying our environment and jeopardizing the American way of life. How can one person influence change in the face of such a problem? Farmers who raise animals on managed pasture provide a beacon of hope and a way in which your food choices can save the planet. Program runs from 10-11:15 a.m. Saturday, May 21, at Natural Grocers, 1265 Stg. John Stiles Drive, Suite M, Highlands Ranch. Call 303-471-9400. Turmeric, the Spice of Life Turmeric has been consumed for its health benefits for thousands of years. Combining it with certain spices or healthy fats can help your body absorb and use curcumin, the active component of turmeric. Spice up your life and health by learning how to use turmeric in more than just curry. Program is from 4-5:15 p.m. Tuesday, May 31; and from 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, June 29, at Natural Grocers, 1265 Stg. John Stiles Drive, Suite M, Highlands Ranch. Call 303-471-9400.

EDUCATION

Nonprofit Funding Information Nonprofit funding information and resources for nonprofits seeking grants, including opportunities to try databases resources, ask questions and network with other nonprofit organizations at 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 24, at the Parker Library, 10851 S. Crossroads Drive. Registration is required; call 303-791-7323 or go to www.DouglasCountyLibraries.org. Gardening with Succulents Basic instructions and demonstrations on how to plant a mini succulent garden in containers is provided at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 25, at the Castle Pines Library, 360 Village Square Lane. Succulent plant cuttings, soil and other supplies are provided, but bring your own container. Registration is required; call 303-791-7323 or go to www.DouglasCountyLibraries.org. 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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A beautiful mind

Marketplace

Advertise: 303-566-4100

Garage Sales WOMAN’S LIFE INSURANCE SOCIETY (a fraternal non-profit, benefit organization) ALL PROCEEDS OF THIS YARD SALE GO TO THE NATIONAL CAUSE “FEEDING AND HOUSING THE NEEDY IN COLORADO” DATE: Thursday May 19th and Friday May 20th - 2016 HOURS: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm LOCATION: 13135 Monroe Court, Thornton, CO 80241 Large supply of NEW - PLUS SIZE CLOTHING (2X AND 3X), Men and Women’s Clothing, Christmas Items, Bath, Kitchen, Household Items, Dishes, Books, Tools, Toys, Games, CD’s, Shoes, Handbags, Jewelry, Hats, Candles, Dog & Cat Items, large amount of new Crafting Supplies, knickknacks, and much more. ANNOUNCEMENTS

Auctions Classic Car Auction Saturday May 21st Memorabilia 9am Open 8am

Douglas County Fairgrounds 500 Fairgrounds Drive Castle Rock CO 80104 To buy or sell call

970-266-9561

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Garage Sales Centennial

Moving - Garage Sale

5/20 Friday & 5/21 Saturday 8am-4pm 6173 E Nichols Place Centennial Varied Items for sale including a 10" Delta table saw, large Turner DHR Downhill Bike, Large Specialized Suspension Bike, Specialized Road Bike, all bikes in great condition Complete Soft Top for a 2 door JK Jeep, Hand Made Baby Blankets, Housewares, Down Hill Safety Gear for small female, printers, monitors and many other can't live without items Signs from County Line Road and Holly

Instruction South Metro Guitar Lessons Have fun learning the guitar in private, one on one lessons! Located near C470 & Broadway. Acoustic & Electric. All ages & levels welcome from beginners to advanced. Any style of music! Call/text Jason @ 303-941-5271.

Misc. Notices Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201

FARM & AGRICULTURE Farm Products & Produce Grain Finished Buffalo

quartered, halves and whole

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Pasture 40 acre pasture - wooded area $200 for up to 10 cows, favored 5 heads North East of Kiowa, no horses, fenced with creek 303-422-3562

GARAGE & ESTATE SALES Garage Sales 12th Annual TABLEROCK Community Garage Sale! Fri-Sat * 8am-2pm * North of Golden 3 mi on Hwy 93. Sponsor: KW Realtor Lisa Mutschler 303-507-1675

Highlands Ranch Huge neighborhood garage sale Sat. May 21st. 7-2. S of Grace, E of Fairview, W of Wildcat, across from Valor. Rain date, June 4th. Call Diane with questions, 303-875-7341. Arvada

Maplewood Estates Annual Neighborhood

Garage Sale Friday & Saturday June 3rd & 4th Starts at 8:00 am 50 -75 Families Lots of Food, Fun & Great Stuff! Follow the Signs From W. 64th or W. 72nd Ave. Between Kipling & Simms in West Arvada Sponsored by DON & ROBYN SIKKEMA RALSTON VALLEY REAL ESTATE

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Multi-Family Garage & Huge Furniture Sale at Shepherd of Love

Thu-Fri, May 19th-20th 8a-6p; Sat, May 21st 8a-3p We have Antique & modern wood furniture pieces, professionally & beautifully refinished; clothes (all ages), books, home décor, kitchen, craft supplies, toys, tools, electronics & Home-Baked Goods. Our BBQ lunch starts at 11am with 1/3-lb. Angus sirloin burgers, brats & hot dogs (prices will be posted). Info: 303-466-5749. Located at 13550 Lowell Blvd. (corner of 136th & Lowell), Broomfield

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in Parker off of Jordan between Lincoln & Mainstreet. Fri. & Sat. May 20th & 21st 8am-2pm. Mapquest 10925 McClellan Road. Centennial

Hillcrest Community Sale Saturday May 21st 8am-2pm

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Miscellaneous Complete 96 piece set of china for 12 $100 Wood Base oak & glass coffee table $125 Oak TV Table $20 All like new condition 303-431-0850 Queen Headboards 2 new in box 1 used, Queen Bed Frames, Antique Oak Picture Frame, Table Lamps, Photos & pricing available wiretwistergmc@q.com

Tools Snap-on-Tool Box Top and Bottom tool boxes with new Keys, size is 63"high, 53" wide, 29" deep. In very good condition. $5500.00 Cash or credit sale only. Call 720-308-6696 pic. posted on Craigslist post id (5584753166)

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By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com The centerpiece of the 2016 Leadership Jefferson County class’s The Art of Mind exhibit is a painting of a dog by Julia Fleming. The painting is the last work she created before taking her own life in last August, and served as the inspiration for her husband Jeremy Fleming, a member of the 2016 Leadership class, to create the exhibit. “This started about a month after Julia passed, when our class was at a retreat, brainstorming what our project should be,” he said. “We came up with the idea of an art exhibit that would look at mental illness in Julia’s memory.” The exhibit opened on May 10 at 40 West Arts Gallery, 1560 Teller St., and runs through May 21. All the works were created by artists who are fighting their own battles with mental illness, or whose lives have been touched by mental illness. “I’m incredibly proud of this exhibit, and Jeremy, who has shown incredible strength and inspiration,” said Krista Lewis, director of development with the Jefferson Center for Mental Health and a member of the Leadership class. “We had so many entries, and it shows how mental illness is an issue for all of us. This art gives voice to that.” The Leadership class, family and supporters were all on hand for the May 11 opening. The event was emceed by 9 News’ Whitney Wild, and featured representatives from Carson J. Spencer Foundation, Jefferson Center for Mental Health and Second Wind Fund, because all the money raised from the exhibit goes to support their suicide prevention efforts. “The issue of suicide prevention is important for all of us,” said Jeanne Oliver, vice-president of marketing and development for the Jefferson Center for Mental Health. “The fact that Jeffco Leadership brings so many people together for a project like this is so great.” Area mayors from Lakewood, Golden, Wheat Ridge, Westminster and Arvada selected their favorite pieces, and winners were chosen by Wheat Ridge artist Benjamin Rogers. The real winners are the beneficiary organizations, which will be able to continue to prevent suicide thanks to these funds. “We’re only able to do what we do because of community support,” said Richard Eveleigh, executive director of Second Wind. “Art is not only great for the person creating it, but the people who see it. It’s a powerful outlet.” To donate online, visit www.coloradogives.org/ theartofmind.

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SPORTS

LOCAL

Nothing like glue to keep a team together

Myles Howard of Heritage slides into home plate as Cherokee Trail catcher Josh Zambrano attempts to make the tag during the May 14 Class 5A District 3 championship game at Heritage. Howard was safe but it was the only run for Heritage which lost, 2-1. Photo by Jim Benton

Heritage fails to come up with big hits ThunderRidge wins 2-1 as team advances in state baseball tournament By Jim Benton jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com Heritage’s baseball team had myriad opportunities to score against Cherokee Trail.

So did ThunderRidge in its District 6 championship game. Heritage didn’t take advantage of the chances and saw its season come to an end. ThunderRidge finally did capitalize and advanced to the double-elimination portion of the Class 5A state baseball tournament starting May 20-21. The Eagles had a base runner in every inning but one and had the tying run on

second base with one out in the bottom of the seventh. The final two batters struck out and Cherokee Trail earned a 2-1 victory in the title game of the District 3 tournament played May 14 at Heritage. “When somebody has to lose a game like that, it’s tough,” said Eagles coach Scott Hormann. “When you have a good pitcher throwing against you, it’s hard. I Baseball continues on Page 29

Fairview snaps Creek’s 19-year streak Mountain Vista, Ponderosa serve up title wins also By Jim Benton jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com

Heritage’s Lauren Hart delivers a serve during the No. 3 singles third place match against Madi Allen of Mountain Vista during the Class 5A State Tennis Championships at the Gates Tennis Center. Allen won, 6-3, 6-2. Photo by Jim Benton

There was a breaking news story May 14 at the Gates Tennis Center: Cherry Creek did not win the Class 5A State Tennis Tournament. It was close, but Fairview won a decisive No. 3 singles championship match that featured two freshmen. Sophie Pearson of the Knights defeated the Bruins’ Sayuri Garud, 6-4, 3-6, 6-3. Fairview earned three points for that victory and the Knights finished with 69 points to 66 for runner-up Creek. Creek had captured 19 straight state titles and 20 of the past 21 before this season. The Bruins have won 33 girls Tennis continues on Page 29

Titles can lift spirits, last a lifetime The meaning of a state championship can be found inside the hearts and minds of those involved By Jim Benton jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com Spring high school sports playoffs have started, and dozens of teams and hundreds of athletes in Colorado are pursuing state titles.

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But what does winning a championship really mean? At the high school level, MVPs don’t get invited to Disney World. Athletes generally don’t appear on talk shows. There are few national awards. In fact, a title brings little in the way of tangible rewards — hardware housed in school trophy cases, pictures of teams hung on walls and banners displayed in gyms. Still, a championship can leave an indelible mark on athletes and coaches. “I was lucky enough to be on a state

championship team in high school and I can recall everything about it,” said Brad Madden, who has coached Green Mountain’s baseball team to back-toback Class 4A state titles and played on the 1994 Arvada West state championship team. “We were pretty dominating. We had (former Major League pitcher) Roy Halladay and a lot good guys. I can remember the feeling of it and being around your buddies. That’s something you’ll never forget.” State continues on Page 35

Glue is an adhesive used to stick things together. It’s also often difficult to remove from your hands. So it is only fitting to declare that senior Alyssa Kaiser was the glue that held Ralston Valley’s girls soccer team together. Injuries sidelined as many as eight starters during the season but Kaiser, the Jefferson County League Player of the Year, was a leader who helped the team focus and play well. “She’s the one senior that didn’t get hurt and she’s the one player that continued to do her role as a center midfielder in passing the ball, even though her top targets weren’t there Jim Benton anymore because they OVERTIME were sitting down,” said Ralston Valley coach Kamee Morwood. “She continued to be a leader on the field and off the field and to encourage her teammates. “She came in as a freshman and really helped changed Ralston Valley soccer. Her points are divided between assists and goals and that is not the norm.” Kaiser, who signed to play soccer at the University of Tulsa, finished the season with 56 points on 19 goals and 18 assists and helped the Mustangs to a 10-5-1 record after a first-round playoff loss to Rock Canyon. “It was really difficult,” admitted Kaiser. “I had to work a lot harder and I had to trust other teammates that I hadn’t played with all the time. It was really difficult for us, but we powered through it and made it to the playoffs. I love distributing the ball to people and making them look good.” Tradition looming this season in baseball The diamond, I’ve noticed, has become a bit more smart-looking this season. More baseball teams and several individual players are wearing their baseball uniforms the way they were designed to be worn with stirrups showing. It’s the old-school way. The traditional way. In the 1990s, most professionals started wearing their pants down to their cleats without the stirrups (uniform socks) showing. Glad to see some young players are not following the trend. 5A lacrosse pairings on the mark Whenever pairings are announced to state playoff competition there is always some head-scratching from coaches, players and parents. This season, the boys Class 5A lacrosse pairings were right on the mark as the four top seeds advanced into semifinals, which were held May 18. No. 4 Cherry Creek played top-seeded Regis Jesuit and No. 2 Mountain Vista challenged No. 3 Arapahoe. Names, potential are similar The state track meet for all classifications will be held May 19-21 at Jefferson County Stadium and two freshman girls with similar names could be heard from — if not this weekend — then in the future. Arapahoe’s Anna Hall, whose older sister Julia also is a standout, won the 110- and 300-meter hurdles and the high jump during the May 12-14 Centennial League meet. Anna Hart of ThunderRidge was the Continental League champion in the 400 meters and triple jump to help the Grizzlies win the team title. 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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Handler. “She was a real good competitor. “We had some really good points and it was a really fun match. I’m happy that I won. It was a tough match. The score really didn’t show that.” Cherry Creek’s Allison Murphy and Emily Wilkens won the No. 2 doubles championship. Garud was second. Gloria

Son, a two-time state champion at No. 2 and No. 3 singles, was third at No. 1 singles. Phoebe MacKenzie and Hanna Fernley of Cherry Creek earned valuable points with a third-place finish at No. 1 doubles. Mountain Vista, led by the third-place finisher Madi Allen at No. 3 singles and

the runner-up No. 4 doubles team of Hunter Ernest and Hannah Smith, was third in team standings. “It’s the highest we’ve ever finished on the girls side,” said Mountain Vista coach Jim Flanigan. “They really wanted to finish higher and beat the boys this year. The boys finished third like three years ago. They were excited that they at least tied the boys’ finish. We’ve improved every year. The first year we took 11th, last year we took fourth, and this year third.” This year’s state tournament was more competitive than in past seasons. “It good for different teams to win state championships,” added Flanigan. “It’s not like a Creek sweep at every position. It’s nice for other schools — you see that Ponderosa won one and Fossil Ridge won one. You have different schools winning state championships and that’s just good for tennis.” Ponderosa’s No. 1 doubles team of Sydney Waite and Hunter Barker defeated Natalie Sloboth and Elizabeth Palmer of Arapahoe, 6-4, 6-3, to win the school’s first individual state title in nine seasons and first all-time in doubles. Ponderosa’s Erin Sanders was the 2007 state champion at No. 1 singles. “We played really well,” said Waite. “We worked the points. We stayed focused the whole match.”

advance to the May 14 District 6 finals but trailed Fort Collins 3-1 in the bottom of the seventh inning. The Grizzlies scored twice with the tying run coming home on a wild pitch to send the game into extra innings. The Grizzlies finally escaped with a 4-3 win in the bottom of the 11th on Brody Perkins’ run-batted-in single. Perkins’ hit came after ThunderRidge left seven runners on base in the four innings before he delivered the winning hit. The Grizzlies had the potential winning run thrown out at home plate in the eighth. “We had unlimited chances,” said Perkins. “I knew the hit was going to get through. That was the last one. We needed

to end it right there.” ThunderRidge (15-6) will play Cherry Creek (15-7) on May 20 at 12:30 p.m. at Machebeuf High School. Cherry Creek, a perennial state contender, struggled during the regular season and according to coach Marc Johnson were beating themselves with errors and walks while finishing fourth in the Centennial League. However, the Bruins looked sharp in the District 5 tournament with an 11-0 victory over Grand Junction and a surprising 11-0 shutout over top-seeded Regis Jesuit. In other district playoff action, Bear Creek defeated defending 5A state cham-

pion Rock Canyon, 4-3, in the opening game of the District 4 tourney. Legend lost to Ralston Valley, 13-9, on a grand slam home run in the bottom of the seventh in the District 7 finals. In a Class 4A Valor Christian advanced with a 7-6, eight-inning win over Northridge in the District 4 championship game. Blake Donels doubled home the winning run for the Eagles. Valor, which beat Ponderosa 3-1 in the opening district game, will face Windsor in a 12:30 p.m. game at Lakewood’s AllStar Park to open the 4A double elimination portion of the state tournament.

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state titles, so it’s newsworthy when some other team is crowned the state champion. “That’s just kind of how it is,” said Cherry Creek coach Chris Jacob. “I hope Fairview gets a chance to celebrate. It’s a big deal what they accomplished. I hope the focus will be on their win instead of our loss.” The Bruins did win the 2016 sportsmanship trophy voted on by coaches, players and tennis officials, in addition to their runners-up hardware. “I’m super proud and really happy with the way the girls played,” added Jacob. “They really deserved the sportsmanship award because they carried themselves in a really lovely way. We could not have asked for more. They always competed.” Cherry Creek played without two state champions from last season. One decided not to play this spring and the other transferred. Creek sophomore Micha Handler completed an undefeated season by winning the No. 2 singles title with a 6-1, 6-1 win over Poudre’s Alessia Fabiano. “I thought I played really well,” said

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feel horrible for our seniors but they put us back on the map.” Cherokee Trail junior Connor Nantkes limited the Eagles to only four hits. Heritage, which beat Doherty 11-1 in the first game of the tournament, wasted a 5-hit, 11-strikeout performance by sophomore right-hander Riley Egloff. Heritage ended the season with a 14-7 record. ThunderRidge shutout Chatfield 7-0 to

Team scores — Fairview 69, Cherry Creek 66, Mountain Vista 41, Poudre 29, Heritage 19, Fossil Ridge 18, Ponderosa 18, Denver East 15, Chatﬁeld 13, Arapahoe 12. No. 1 singles — Seraphin Castelino, Fairview, def. Ky Ecton, Poudre, 6-4, 6-1. Third place — Gloria Son, Cherry Creek def. Casey Zhong, Mountain Vista, 3-6, 6-3, 6-2. No. 2 singles — Micha Handler, Cherry Creek, def. Alessia Fabiano, Poudre, 6-1, 6-1. Third place — Natalie Munson, Fairview, def. Kendra Lavallee, Mountain Vista, 7-5, 6-0. No. 3 singles — Sophia Pearson, Fairview, def. Sayuri Garud, Cherry Creek, 6-4, 3-6, 6-3. Third place — Madi Allen, Mountain Vista, def. Lauren Thomas, Heritage, 6-3, 6-2. No. 1 doubles — Sydney Waite/Hunter Barker, Ponderosa def. Natalie Sloboth/Elizabeth Palmer, Arapahoe, 6-4, 6-3. Third place

— Phoebe MacKenzie/Hanna Fernley, Cherry Creek, def. Carolyn Roberts/Ellie Savage, Fairview, 7-6, 6-2. No. 2 doubles — Allison Murphy/Emily Wilkins, Cherry Creek, def. Jenna Alvarez/ Kendall Moore, Chatﬁeld, 6-1, 7-5. Third place — Angie Cai/Julie Combs, Fairview, def. Bianca Umess/Maddie Darre, Denver East, 7-5, 6-3. No. 3 doubles — Erinn Hogan/Lindsey Noble, Fossil Ridge, def. Kate Wulf/Kelly Wulf, Denver East, 6-4, 6-4. Third place — Francesca Bellibi/Mackenzy Pedrie, Regis Jesuit, def. Oliva Woods/Libby Stroup, Heritage, 7-6, 4-6, 6-3. No. 4 doubles — Clare Lupo/Denali Pinto, Fairview, def. Hunter Ernest/Hannah Smith, Mountain Vista, 6-3, 6-2. Third place — Claire Steffe/Sara Stavaski, Rock Canyon, def. Wendy Yan/Grace Shepherd, Cherry Creek, 6-2, 3-6, 6-4.

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May 19, 2016

Public Notices COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0188-2016

Public Trustees COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0177-2016 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 16, 2016, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Scott D Radcliffe and Susan S Radcliffe Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for Bank of America, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, doing business as CHRISTIANA TRUST, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for BCAT 2014-4TT Date of Deed of Trust August 28, 2009 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 03, 2009 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B9097283 Original Principal Amount $347,442.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $339,039.92 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 114, HOMESTEAD IN THE WILLOWS FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 6766 E Easter Pl, Centennial, CO 80112. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/06/2016, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/12/2016 Last Publication: 6/9/2016 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 03/16/2016 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lauren Tew #45041 Weldon Phillips #31827 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1199 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 5025.100047.F01 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0177-2016 First Publication: 5/12/2016 Last Publication: 6/9/2016 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0188-2016

Public Trustees

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 16, 2016, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Johri L. Kasliwal and Kushal Kasliwal Original Beneficiary(ies) FT Mortgage Companies, D/B/A MNC Mortgage Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Midfirst Bank Date of Deed of Trust December 28, 1998 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust January 08, 1999 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) A9004382 Original Principal Amount $46,400.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $31,994.32 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

Name Changes Public Notice of Petition

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

Public notice is given on May 6, 2016 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

On March 16, 2016, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

The petition requests that the name of Myrla Joan Lance be changed to Myrla Joan Marshall Case No.: 2016 C 100344

Original Grantor(s) ROGER S PIERCE and KENDRA L PIERCE Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust May 22, 2009 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust June 08, 2009 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B9060371 Original Principal Amount $204,300.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $181,494.74

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

Please see the attached Exhibit A for the legal description.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Also known by street and number as: 140 E. Highline Circle, #202, Littleton, CO 80122. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/06/2016, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/12/2016 Last Publication: 6/9/2016 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov

TOWNHOUSE UNIT NO. 49, BLOCK 11, COLUMBINE LAKES, PHASE IV, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 4314 WEST PONDVIEW DRIVE, LITTLETON, CO 80123. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/06/2016, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/12/2016 Last Publication: 6/9/2016 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS.

Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov

Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov

DATE: 03/16/2016 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee

Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Holly Shilliday #24423 Joan Olson #28078 Erin Robson #46557 Courtney Wright #45482 Jennifer Cruseturner #44452 Jennifer Rogers #34682 McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-16-704940-JS The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 0188-2016 Exhibit A CONDOMINIUM UNIT NO. 140-202, HIGHLINE MEADOWS CONDOMINIUMS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE DECLARATION RECORDED OCTOBER 25, 1978 IN BOOK 2873, PAGE 367 AND CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED ON OCTOBER 25, 1978 AS RECEPTION NO. 1786266, IN BOOK 36 AT PAGES 31 AND 32, ARAPAHOE COUNTY RECORDS, TOGETHER WITH THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO USE THE FOLLOWING COMMON ELEMENTS: PARKING SPACE 70, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Legal Notice NO.: 0188-2016 First Publication: 5/12/2016 Last Publication: 6/9/2016 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public Trustees

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0180-2016

DATE: 03/16/2016 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Kelly Murdock #46915 David R. Doughty #40042 Alison L Berry #34531 Sheila J Finn #36637 Eve M. Grina #43658 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 16-011061 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0180-2016 First Publication: 5/12/2016 Last Publication: 6/9/2016 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

Name Changes PUBLIC NOTICE

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0180-2016

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

On March 16, 2016, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following

Public notice is given on May 6, 2016 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe

for Change of Name

Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 57590 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: June 2, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on April 25, 2016 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Amine Fouad Marcel Nasr be changed to Max Marcel Case No.: 16 C 100312 Tammera Herivel By: J. Kaufman, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 57550 First Publication: May 5, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on April 25, 2016 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the County Court, Arapahoe County. The petition requests that the name of Oucama Essaad be changed to Adam Harit Case No.: 2016 C 36704 Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 57551 First Publication: May 5, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on April 27, 2016 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Marissa Daniele Damato be changed to Marissa Daniele Major Case No.: 2016 C 100322 Tammera Herivel By: J. Kaufmann, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 57561 First Publication: May 5, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on April 28, 2016 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Ellouise Jeanette Vigil be changed to Elli Jeanette Vigil Case No.: 2016 C 100327 Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 57573 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: May 26, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on April 26, 2016 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Savannah Debrah Joy Werth be changed to Savannah Debra Joy Zarlengo-Werth Case No.: 16 C 100320 Tammera Herivel By: J. Kaufmann, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 57576 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: May 26, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on April 22, 2016 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Tyree Lavon Bledsoe be changed to Tyree Lavon Kirk Case No.: 16 C 43909 Tammera Herivel By: Kim Boswell, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 57587 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: May 26, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on May 10, 2016 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Barrie Susan Ray, a/k/a Barrie S. Ray, a/k/a Barrie Ray, Deceased Case Number: 16PR30328

Public notice is given on May 10, 2016 that a PetitionTo for advertise a Change of Name an yourofpublic notices call 303-566-4100 adult has been filed with the Arapahoe All persons having claims against the County Court. above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal RepresentThe petition requests that the name of ative or to the District Court of Arapahoe Charlotte Bryn Allen be changed to County, Colorado on or before SeptemBryn Allen Valenciano ber 6, 2016, or the claims may be forever Case No.: 2016 C 100355 barred.

Name Changes

Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 57589 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: May 26, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on April 5, 2016 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Ingrid Johnson Serio be changed to Ingrid Martha Johnson Case No.: 16 C 100341

Notice To Creditors

Leon Morton Lurie, Personal Representative 1462 South Salem Way Aurora, Colorado 80012 Legal Notice No.: 57549 First Publication: May 5, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: The Englewood Herald Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Elda Jo Fulbright, Deceased Case Number: 16 PR 30352

Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk

Legal Notice No: 57593 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: June 2, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent

William Fulbright, Personal Representative 400 Hickory Street, #145 Fort Collins, CO 80524

PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on May 6, 2016 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Mark Duane Eilenberger be changed to Mark Duane Armstrong Case No.: 16 C 100347 Tammera Herivel By: Kim Boswell, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 57595 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: June 2, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on May 6, 2016 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Nancy Ann Eilenberger be changed to Nancy Ann Armstrong Case No.: 16 C 100349 Tammera Herivel By: Kim Boswell, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 57596 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: June 2, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on May 9, 2016 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The petition requests that the name of Johnny Lee Grosso be changed to Johnny Lee Manry Case No.: 16 C 100348 Tammera Herivel By: J. Kaufmann, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 57597 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: June 2, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Legal Notice No.: 57554 First Publication: May 5, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of ELSIE M. JOHNSON a/k/a ELSIE MARIE JOHNSON a/k/a ELSIE JOHNSON, Deceased Case Number: 2016PR30387 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 6, 2016, or the claims may be forever barred. Thomas Mitchell Personal Representative c/o Davis Schilken, PC 7887 E. Belleview Ave., Suite 820 Denver, CO 80111 Legal Notice No.: 57562 First Publication: May 5, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: The Englewood Herald Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Rita Stangl, a/k/a Rita M. Stangl, a/k/a Rita Marie Stangl, Deceased Case Number: 2016PR30356 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 6, 2016, or the claims may be forever barred. Ida K. Obergfell Personal Representative 881 Applewood Ave. Centennial, CO 80121 Legal Notice No.: 57563 First Publication: May 5, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: The Englewood Herald Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Frieda Ann Taylor, Deceased Case Number: 2016PR30408 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 12, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred.

Public notice is given on May 6, 2016 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.

Kenneth R. Morris Personal Representative 3252 Biscay Way Aurora, CO, 80013

The petition requests that the name of Michelle Harrison be changed to Mitch Harrison Case No.: 16 C 100348

Legal Notice No.: 57581 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: May 26, 2016 Publisher: The Englewood Herald Littleton Independent

Tammera Herivel By: Laura Larson, Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No: 57599 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: June 2, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Notice To Creditors PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Robert W. Carney, aka Robert Wallace, and Robert Carney, Deceased Case Number: 2016 PR 30271 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 6, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred. Lynda Kaye Carney Personal Representative 7045 S. Magnolia Circle Centennial, Colorado 80112 Legal Notice No: 57565 First Publication: May 5, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent and the Englewood Herald PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Barrie Susan Ray, a/k/a Barrie S. Ray, a/k/a Barrie Ray, Deceased Case Number: 16PR30328

The petition requests that the name of Charlotte Bryn Allen be changed to Bryn Allen Valenciano Case No.: 2016 C 100355

Tammera Herivel By: Deputy Clerk

Leon Morton Lurie, Personal Representative

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Kenneth D. Bradford, Deceased Case Number: 2016PR30358 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 12, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred. Patricia B. Schuler Personal Representative 3190 Monroe Street Denver, CO 80210 Legal Notice No.: 57583 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: May 26, 2016 Publisher: The Englewood Herald Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Roland C. Thiel, Deceased Case Number 2016PR30401 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 12, 2016, or the claims may be forever barred. Roland C. Thiel, Jr. Personal Representative 4967 W. 7th Street Greeley, Colorado 80634 Legal Notice No.: 57588 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: May 26, 2016 Publisher: The Englewood Herald Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of MIRIAM K. KING, A/K/A MIRIAM KATHLEEN KING, A/K/A MIRIAM KING,

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ber 12, 2016 or the claims may be forever 34 The Independent • The Herald barred.

NoticePublic To Notice Creditors NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of MIRIAM K. KING, A/K/A MIRIAM KATHLEEN KING, A/K/A MIRIAM KING, A/K/A KAY KING, Deceased Case Number: 2016PR30414 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Co-Personal Representatives or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado or on or before September 12, 2016, or the claims may be forever barred. Bruce A. Fowler, Attorney for Co-Personal Representatives Teresa M. Hamilton Co-Personal Representative 9788 Westbury Way Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

Susan Patston Personal Representative 7130 E. Briarwood Drive Centennial, Colorado 80112

Notice To Creditors

Legal Notice No: 57574 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: May 26, 2016 Publisher:Englewood Herald Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Robin Dee Van Nostrand, Deceased Case Number: 16 PR 30391 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 11, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred.

Elizabeth K. Robinson Co-Personal Representative 3514 Spring Lane Bryan, TX 77802

Josie M. Faix Attorney for the Personal Representative 7400 East Caley Avenue, Suite 300 Centennial, Colorado 80111

Legal Notice No.: 57585 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: May 26, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Legal Notice No: 57577 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: May 26, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Catherine D. Southern, aka Catherine Dolores Southern, aka Catherine Southern, Deseased Case Number: 2016 PR 30409

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Janet L. Bloom, Deceased Case Number: 2016 PR 30413

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 12, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred. Scott Southern, Personal Representative 4885 South Alkire Street Morrison, CO 80465 Legal Notice No: 57591 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: June 2, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of George Irma Julious, aka George I. Julious, aka George Julious, Deceased Case Number: 2016 PR 030196 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 6, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred. Velma Julious Personal Representative 443 South Lima Circle Aurora, Colorado 80012 Legal Notice No: 57556 First Publication: May 5, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Bedford Price Freeman, aka Bud Freeman, Deceased Case Number: 2016 PR 30395 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 5, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred. Grace L. Hughes Personal Representative 8073 Ammons Way Arvada, Colorado 80005 Legal Notice No: 57557 First Publication: May 5, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent and the Englewood Herald PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Arthur Warren Lankenau, aka Arthur W. Lankenau, aka Arthur Lankenau, Deceased Case Number: 2016 PR 30371 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 6, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred. Margaret A. Lake Personal Representative 1243 Jackson Street Denver, Colorado 80206 Legal Notice No: 57564 First Publication: May 5, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Co-Personal Representatives or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 12, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred. Ava Gormley Co-Personal Representative 110 Bechtler Loop, Apt. 201 Mooresville, NC 27117 Pierce Gormley Co-Personal Representative 110 Bechtler Loop, Apt. 201 Mooresville, NC 27117 Legal Notice No: 57579 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: May 26, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Berniece Jeanette Brekke, aka Berniece J. Brekke, and Berniece Brekke, Deceased Case Number: 2016 PR 30428 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 12, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred. Arvid B. Brekke Personal Representative 7029 S. Cook Way Centennial, Colorado 80122 Legal Notice No: 57580 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: May 26, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Irene Latta Nickels, Deceased Case Number: 16 PR 174 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before September 13, 2016 or the claims may be forever barred. Neva K. Gronert Personal Representative 7286 So. Highland Drive Littleton, Colorado 80120 Legal Notice No: 57582 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: May 26, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Rodney Wurtz Personal Representative 6565 S. Syracuse Way, No. 601 Centennial, Colorado 80111

James E. Spoja Attorney for the Personal Representative The Spoja Law Firm, P.C. 600 Grant Street, Suite 201 Denver, Colorado 80203

Susan Patston Personal Representative 7130 E. Briarwood Drive Centennial, Colorado 80112 Legal Notice No: 57574 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: May 26, 2016

Also known as: 1074 S. Dearborn Street, #107, Aurora, CO 80012. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice: You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Unit of the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10 O’clock A.M., on the 23rd day of June, 2016, at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112, phone number 720-874-3851. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE.** PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Judgment is in the amount of $27,465.96. All questions regarding the sale should be addressed to the Civil Unit of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, telephone #720-874-3851. DATED: March 22, 2016. David C. Walcher, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 57428 First Publication: April 28, 2016; Last Publication: May 26, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO.: 2009CV239 DIVISION NO. 404

Legal Notice No: 57609 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication:June 2, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent

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NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY SUNNYSIDE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. Plaintiff, v. CEMAL I. GUNBIL; BIRSEN ROMERO; AMERICA'S WHOLESALE LENDER;

PUBLIC NOTICE DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2013CV779 DIVISION NO. 15 COMBINED NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Plaintiff: WINCHESTER HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION, a Colorado nonprofit corporation, v. Defendants: JONAS W. FELIX; JAY SANDSTROM; JOHN E. CARPENTER; COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY – INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; DUNTON COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE; LIBERTY ACQUISITIONS; CYNTHIA D. MARES, as Arapahoe County Public Trustee Regarding: Lot 104, Block 1, Winchester Subdivision Filing No. 2, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Also known as: 14396 E. Florida Ave., #B, Aurora, CO 80012. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice: You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Unit of the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the 7th day of July, 2016, at 13101 E Broncos Pkwy, Centennial, CO 80112; phone number 720-874-3935. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. ** Further, for the purpose of paying off, curing default or redemption, as provided by statute, intent must be directed to or conducted at the above address of the Civil Unit of the Sheriff’s Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. DATED at Centennial, Colorado this 8th day of April, 2016. David C. Walcher Sheriff of Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Deputy Robert Bottone Deputy Sheriff ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF: ORTEN CAVANAGH & HOLMES, LLC 1445 Market Street, Suite 350 Denver, CO 80202 Legal Notice No.: 57516 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: June 9, 2016 Published In: Littleton Independent 2550 W. Main St., Littleton, CO 80120 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF LIENED PROPERTY

Plaintiff, FOXDALE CONDOMINIUMS ASSOCIATION a Colorado nonprofit corporation v. Defendants, MARK MAIFARTH AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCIAL SERVICES INC DISCOVER BANK

Notice is hereby given that a public sale will be held on or after JUNE 14, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. at 101 E. Centennial Avenue, City of Englewood, County of Arapahoe, Colorado. BROOKRIDGE SELF-STORAGE will sell to satisfy the lien on the property stored at 101 E. Centennial Avenue, Englewood, CO 80113 by the following persons. The inventories listed below were notated by the tenants at the time of rental. BROOKRIDGE SELF-STORAGE makes no representation or warranty that the units contain said inventories.

Regarding: Condominium Unit No. 101, Building No. 6 Foxdale condominium in accordance with the Declaration recorded on August 4, 1981 in Book 3461 at Page 495, and any and all amendments and supplements thereto, and Condominium Map recorded August 4, 1981 in Book 52 at Page 26, of the Arapahoe County records, and any and all amendments and supplements thereto, together with the exclusive right to use the following limited common elements: Parking Space 764, County of Arapahoe State of Colorado.

You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Unit of the Sheriff's Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the 30th day of June, 2016, at 13101 E. Broncos Pkwy, Centennial, CO 80112; phone number (720) 874-3935. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale. **BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. ** Further, for the purpose of paying off, curing default or redemption, as provided by statute, intent must be directed to or conducted at the above address of the Civil Unit of the Sheriff’s Office of Arapahoe County, Colorado. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. DATED in Colorado this 30th day of June, 2016. David C. Walcher Sheriff of Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Deputy Robert Bottone Deputy Sheriff ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF: ORTEN CAVANAGH & HOLMES, LLC 1445 Market Street, Suite 350 Denver, CO 80202 Legal Notice No.: 57515 First Publication: May 5, 2016 Last Publication: June 2, 2016 Published In: Littleton Independent 2550 W. Main St., Littleton, CO 80120

Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 14CV032229, Division 14

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COMBINED NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice:

Regarding: CONDOMINIUM UNIT 107, CONDOMINIUM BUILDING 2, SUNNYSIDE CONDOMINIUMS, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP THEREOF, RECORDED ON DECEMBER 14, 1984 IN BOOK 81 AT PAGE 13, IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, COLORADO, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR SUNNYSIDE CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED ON DECEMBER 14, 1984 IN BOOK 4327 AT PAGE 660, IN SAID RECORDS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO;

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Morris May, Deceased Case Number: 2016 PR 30417

PUBLIC NOTICE

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SUNNYSIDE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. Plaintiff, v. CEMAL I. GUNBIL; BIRSEN ROMERO; AMERICA'S WHOLESALE LENDER; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.; PENNY P. O'NEILL; PROFESSIONAL FINANCE COMPANY, INC.; CENTRAL CREDIT CORPORATION; and CYNTHIA D. MARES, AS PUBLIC TRUSTEE FOR ARAPAHOE COUNTY. Defendant(s).

Also known as: 941 South Walden St Unit 101, Aurora, CO 80017.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Robert John Boyle, Deceased Case Number: 2016 PR 30363

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of N. Henri Masarky, aka Nathaniel Henri Masarky, aka Hank Masarky, Deceased Case Number: 2016 PR 30405

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Virgil Wayne Wurtz, aka Virgil W. Wurtz, aka Virgil Wurtz, Deceased Case Number: 2016 PR 30376

Legal Notice No: 57572 First Publication: May 5, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent

CIVIL ACTION NO. 14CV032229, Division 14

PUBLIC NOTICE Holly Dental Associates will be destroying all dental records from 2007- 2008. Any patient wanting their records must contact us by May 20th 2016 at 303-6946400. Legal Notice No.: 57529 First Publication: April 28, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent

C022: AURELIO GAZOTTI 6649 S. Lincoln St Centennial, CO 80121 Tool Boxes, Fans, Tires, Misc. Boxes, Tubs. E318: KEVIN L. MAXWELL 4729 S. Lincoln Englewood, CO 80113 Misc. Bags, Boxes, Clothes. G011: TERIN MARIE LACRUE 5318 S. Broadway Cir #9-104 Englewood, CO 80113 Furniture, Toys, Bags, Bedding, Tubs. G017: DAVID T. KOTULA Route 36 17688 Punxsutawney, PA 15767 Bike, Electronics, Furniture, Trash Can, Tools, Fans, Boxes, Bedding, Misc. Bags. Purchases must be made with cash and paid for at the time of purchase. No one under the age of 18 is allowed to attend the sale. The landlord reserves the right to bid at the sale. All purchased goods are sold “as is” and must be removed by 6:00 PM on the day of the sale. Buyers must provide a current original or a photocopy of their original resale permit at time of sale in lieu of sales tax. This sale is subject to prior cancellation in the event of settlement between landlord and obligated party. Legal Notice No.: 57594 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: May 26, 2016 Publisher: The Englewood Herald Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2014CV32221, Division/Courtroom 204 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Plaintiff: QUINCY LAKE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. v. Defendants: AYKAN BAHCETEPE; DIDEM BAHCETEPE; BELLCO CREDIT UNION; HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORATION; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT

33.3-316(2)(a), and the Plaintiff’s Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of Quincy Lake Condominiums, Notice of (said) Assessment Lien being recorded on March 6, 2013, at Reception No. D3028426 in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Arapahoe County, State of Colorado (the “Assessment Lien”).

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The name, address and telephone number of the attorneys representing the holders of the Assessment Lien being foreclosed are Winzenburg, Leff, Purvis & Payne, LLP (contact Wendy E. Weigler, Esq.) 8020 Shaffer Parkway, Suite 300, Littleton, CO 80127, telephone number 303-863-1870. The real property which is the subject matter of this litigation, which is the property subject to the Assessment Lien, is situated in Arapahoe County, and is described as follows, to-wit: CONDOMINIUM UNIT 107, BUILDING 22, QUINCY LAKE CONDOMINIUMS PHASE VI, IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND SUBJECT TO THE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS OF QUINCY LAKE CONDOMINIUMS RECORDED AT THE CLERK AND RECORDER'S OFFICE, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, AND MAP RECORDED JANUARY 3, 1983 AT PLAT BOOK 60, AT PAGE 50, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. SAID CONDOMINIUMS IS FURTHER DEPICTED AND DESCRIBED ON THE MAP OF DISCOVERY AT QUINCY LAKE PHASE VI, RECORDED SEPTEMBER 29, 1983 AT PLAT BOOK 68, AT PAGES 30-36, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO also known as: 17488 E. Rice Circle, Unit B, Aurora, Colorado 80015-2795. The Plaintiff named above is the judgment creditor in this action and the lienor of the Property pursuant to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act, Colorado Revised Statutes, § 38-33.3316(2)(a), and the Plaintiff’s Declaration. As of February 22, 2016 the outstanding balance due and owing on such judgment is $3,226.02.

AT TIME OF SALE.**

May 19, 2016

Inquiries regarding this sale must be directed to or conducted at the Office of the Sheriff for the County of Arapahoe, Civil Unit, 13101 Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado 80112, telephone 720-8743851.

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The name, address and telephone number of each of the attorneys representing the holder of the evidence of the debt is as follows: Stephane R. Dupont Winzenburg, Leff, Purvis & Payne, LLP 8020 Shaffer Parkway, Suite 300 Littleton, CO 80127 303-863-1870

THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: March 17, 2016. David C. Walcher, Sheriff Arapahoe County, Colorado By: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff

Legal Notice No: 57423 First Publication: April 21, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent, 2550 W. Main St, Littleton, CO 80120

Government Legals Public Notice

NOTE: THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

I shall offer for public sale to the highest bidder, at public auction, all the right, title and interest of the Defendant in said property on July 7th, 2016 at 10:00 a.m., at the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 E. Broncos Parkway, Centennial, Colorado 80112, phone number 720-874-3935. BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. DATED at Centennial, Colorado this 3rd day of May, 2016. David C. Walcher Sheriff, County of Arapahoe, Colorado BY: Sgt. James Osborn Deputy Sheriff Legal Notice No.: 57570 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: June 9, 2016 Published in: Littleton Independent 2550 W. Main St., Littleton, CO 80120 PUBLIC NOTICE DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S Potomac St Centennial, CO 80112 Plaintiff: THE CHAMBERS RIDGE TOWNHOUSE ASSOCIATION, a Colorado non-profit corporation

Legal Notice No.: 57604 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: The Englewood Herald and the Littleton Independent

Public Notice

Defendants: CATHERINE F. TESTER; CYNTHIA D. MARES AS PUBLIC TRUSTEE FOR ARAPAHOE COUNTY; SUE SANDSTROM AS TREASURER FOR ARAPAHOE COUNTY; UNKNOWN TENANT(S) IN POSSESSION Attorneys for Plaintiff: WINZENBURG, LEFF, PURVIS & PAYNE, LLP Stephane R. Dupont, #39425 Gina C. Botti #42005 Address: 8020 Shaffer Parkway, Suite 300, Littleton, CO 80127 Phone Number: (303) 863-1870 Case Number: 2015CV031271

SHERIFF’S NOTICE OF SALE Under a Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure entered on February 12, 2016 in the above- captioned action, I am ordered to sell certain real property as follows: Original Lienee: Catherine F. Tester Original Lienor: The Chambers Ridge Townhouse Association Current Holder of the evidence of debt: The Chambers Ridge Townhouse Association Date of Lien being foreclosed: May 22, 2014 Date of Recording of Lien being foreclosed: May 22, 2014 County of Recording: Arapahoe Recording Information: D4043220 Original Principal Balance of the secured indebtedness: $1,137.00 Outstanding Principal Balance of the secured indebtedness as of the date hereof: $11,144.85 Amount of Judgment entered February 12, 2016: $10,094.35

Legal Notice No.: 57605 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: The Englewood Herald and the Littleton Independent

Public Notice

Description of property to be foreclosed: LOT 44, BLOCK 1, CHAMBERS RIDGE SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known as: 1990 S. Helena St. #H, Aurora, CO 80013 THE PROPERTY TO BE FORECLOSED AND DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN.

THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The covenants of Plaintiff have been violated as follows: failure to make payments on said indebtedness when the same were due and owing. THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that I will, at 10:00 o'clock A.M., on June 16, 2016, in front of the flagpole at the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 E. Broncos Pkwy., Centennial, CO 80112, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property described above, and all interest of said Grantor and the heirs and assigns of said Grantor, for the purpose of paying the judgment amount entered herein, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This is to advise you that the above-captioned action is pending. An Order and Decree for Judicial Foreclosure has been entered in this action concerning an assessment lien by the Plaintiff, Quincy Lake Condominium Association, Inc., pursuant to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act, Colorado Revised Statutes, §3833.3-316(2)(a), and the Plaintiff’s Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of Quincy Lake Condominiums, Notice of (said) Assessment Lien being recorded on March 6, 2013, at Reception No. D3028426 in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Arapahoe County, State of Colorado (the “Assessment Lien”).

The name, address and telephone number of the attorneys representing the holders of the Assessment Lien being fore-

The name, address and telephone number of each of the attorneys representing the holder of the evidence of the debt is as

**BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE.**

Legal Notice No.: 57606 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: The Englewood Herald and the Littleton Independent

PUBLIC NOTICE DISTRICT COURT, CITY AND COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, CO 80112

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Plaintiff(s): SMOKY RIDGE

(Owner): BOW MAR WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT

May 19, 2016

State

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Continued from Page 28 SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SOUTHtime, community support helps know I was a partAtofsaid something EAST ¼ NORTHEAST ¼ OF SAID SECplace and time, and promptly TION 30 , TH E N C E that E A S meant T ALONG thereafter, all bids that have been duly reBy Jim Benton “It wasn’t the game build title-winning teams. special.” PUBLIC NOTICE SOUTH LINE 1156.6 FEET MORE OR ceived will be opened publicly and read as much to me but the process,” Creating a buzz L E S S T O C O R N E R N U MBER 3, aloud. All interested parties are invited to “To win a state And tere can be a snowball DISTRICT COURT, THENCE NORTH 1320 FEET TO attend. The Owner reserves the right to student athletes, winning a he said. “When the4,game Chaparral Athletic DirectorCITY AND championship,” he said, “you effect. COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, CORNER NUMBER THENCEwas WEST reject any and all bids and to waiveFor irreguSTATE OF COLORADO 676.5 FEET, MOREbecause OR LESS,of TO larities or informalities in any bid. Rob Johnson was the boys state championship means more over, ICORNER got emotional have to7325 have the athletes who “With open enrollment and Court Address: S. Potomac NUMBER 1, THE PLACE OF basketball coach when the Street, to work hard, great BEGINNING, COUNTY OF days ARAPAHOE, The work to be performed generally recognition and special memo- the thought of all those in are willing choice, people begin to make Centennial, CO 80112 STATE OF COLORADO. includes: Wolverines defeated Arapahoe ries. But it also reinforces a lesson the weight room, four years of coaching and you have to have decisions based upon TRACT 2: 1. Installthe ¾” iPERL Water Meter, 55 EA SMOKY RIDGE NORTHWEST ¼ NORTHWEST ¼ OF 2. Install1” iPERL Water Meter,about 175 EA hard work. to win the Class 5A state titlePlaintiff(s): in working hard, all the team stuff parent supportINC., getting their success of athletic programs MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATION, SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, 3. Install 1 1/2” OMNI R2 Water Meter, PUBLIC NOTICE nonprofit corporation 68 WEST OF THEchampiSIXTH PRIN3 EA 2012. A title, he said, creates aaColoradokids “Everybody was so support- to pullRANGE us together. The places and supporting the early in seventh and eighth v. CIPAL MERIDIAN AND THE PART OF 4. Install 3/4” SRII TR/PL Assembly, TOWN OF COLUMBINE VALLEY morale boost. ive,” said Pomona junior gymnast was the icing on top, but Defendant(s): CHARONDA JEAN ¼ NORTHEAST ¼ OF 21 EA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING onshipNORTHEAST coach.” grade and maybe before DERRITT; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, 5. Install 1” SRII TR/PL Assembly, 39 EA “People sometimes Annabel theGIVEN Panwas RANGE more 68 ofWEST process. It SITH taught that,” Ottmann said. “People REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; DHI OF THE PRIN6. Install 20” All Cast Iron Meter Pit Cover, Spencer NOTICE ISafter HEREBY THAT it THE MORTGAGE COMPANY LTD.; WELLS CIPAL MERIDIAN LYING EAST OF THE 293 EA TOWNthe OF COLUMBINE underestimate what that thers captured state titleVALLEY last PLANme a lot.” want to be around winners. Building on CYNTHIA successD. FARGO BANK, NA; and NEVADA DITCH, COUNTY OF AR7. Install 520M MXU, 1 Port, TC Hourly NING AND ZONING COMMISSION APAHOE, STATE Read, 293draw EA SHALL HOLD A PUBLIC does for a school,” Johnson MARES as the winter. “People never knewHEARING we CON-Cherry Creek wonOF lastCOLORADO. spring’s State championships do Raising championship TRACT 3: 8. Miscellaneous Work and Material CERNING THE WILD PLUM FARM PREsaid. “Not just the state state Alacrosse even had a LIMINARY gymnastics team, and athletes to a school for a Arapahoe banners County Public can Trustee TRACT OFtitle LAND and IN THEjunior NORTHDEVELOPMENT PLAN LOChelp create a GRAF, P.C. EAST 1/4 NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECBids shall be submitted on a unit price ATED ON PROPERTY DESCRIBED BEchampionship game, but theMOELLER specific sport, especially if they Asher TION Nolting definitely noticed all which of a issudden weEXHIBIT won A, and culture David J. Graf, #26070 of winning. 30, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE basis as shown in the Proposal, LOW IN ANDthey GENERALLY #31150 WEST OF THE PRINCIPAL included in the Project Specifications. LOCATED whole ride getting there. TheTimothy M. Moeller, maintain that level of success more 68 students andSIXTH opposing were like, ‘What?’ “ SOUTH OF FAIRWAY LANE Eric McLennan,Cherry #34468 Creek leads the MERIDIAN, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, AND EAST OF THE POLO MEADOWS kids are so excited and the fan K. Christian Webert, #43739 OF COLORADO AND MORE Copies of the Drawings, Specifications AND BURNING SUBDIVISIONS for a while.” teams STATE took notice. When Spencer wouldTREE tell them state with 193 titles across all J. Zolnikov, #47026 PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLand other Contract Documents for use in PURSUANT TO THE TOWN OF base doubles and triples. ForDaniel definitely got a AT little shefrom was the gymnastics Veteran Address: sports. 385 Inverness Parkway,coach Suite Marc LOWS: COMMENCING THEmore NORTHpreparing Bids may be obtained the onCOLUMBINE VALLEY team, ZONING REGU-“We 200 WEST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST Engineer after May 19, 2016, upon payLATIONS. any sport, it’s great.” recognition in the hallway with they would respond with “ ‘Oh, Johnson has won eight baseball Thanks for the memories Englewood, Colorado 80112 1/4 NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION ing $30.00 for each set of Contract Docu(720) 279-2568 30, A PIN WITH CAP LS 9872, THENCE ments. to Engin-youTHE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL‘good BE Pomona won state titles Phone Number: job,’ ‘great game’ or ‘conI heard guys did so well this championships. Winning a state titlePayment in theis to be made SOUTH 00 DEGREES 49 MINUTES 17 eer, whose mailing address is: 1200 HELD BEFORE THE PLANNING AND this season in gymnastics and Case No.: 15CV32713 * Division: SECONDS WEST Southoverlooked Wadsworth Blvd, Suiteyear’. 100, LakeZONING COMMISSION ON JUNEgrats,’ 14, “Winning a 402 state “ he said. “It 975.96 was FEETALONG great to People notice us now. This spring is sometimes THE WEST LINE wood, CO 80232. All payments made for 2016 AT THE HOUR OF 6:30 PM, OR AS wrestling and was second in SUMMONS championship does make a as classes are all but overSpecifications, for see hard work paid off and greatest memories [BY PUBLICATION] OFof SAID NORTHEAST 1/4 NORTHEAST Drawings, andwas otherone Con- of the SOON AS POSSIBLE THEREAFTER AS a lot 1/4 TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINtract Documents are nonrefundable. THE AGENDA OF THE PLANNING AND football and softball. difference in people’s mindset,” the school year. Rock Canyon people noticing. People start to that has happened in high school THE PEOPLE OF THE NING, ZONING COMMISSION PERMITS, IN “Winning a state STATE OFJohnson COLORADOsaid. THENCE ALONG EXISTING FENCE the Drawings and Project SpeTHE EAST HEARING ROOM OF know THE won the Class 5A Copies stateofbaseball your name inAN halls.” for me.” LINE THE FOLLOWING EIGHTEEN (18) cifications are also on file and may be exARAPAHOE COUNTY ADMINISTRAchampionship sets the tone for Rod Sherman is Valor title last spring inamined a tournament TO THE ABOVE-NAMED COURSES: at the District’s addressValor during Christian he added, “the season afsenior football TION BUILDING 5334 SOUTH PRINCEAnd, DEFENDANT(S): 1) THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGREES normal working hours after May 19, 2016. STREET LITTLETON COLORADO the school year,” said Pomona Christian’s athletic that wasn’t decided until May ter winning a state championship player Booker Schelhaas learned You are hereby summonedformer and required 44 MINUTES 02 SECONDS EAST, 80120 ALL INTERESTED PERSONS and defend against the claims football 27.77 FEET, Each Bidder shall file with hisabout Bid a cashMAY ATTEND. FURTHER INFORMAAthletic Director Michael J. to appear director and current 27 because of rain delays. that team is always on the other the value of dedication of the complaint filed with the court in this 2) THENCE SOUTH 78 DEGREES ier’s check, or a Bid Bond, in accordance TION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING (303) Santarelli. “The success unites The have won 16 After the Jaguars coachto Bidders. action, by coach. filing with the clerkEagles of this court MINUTES 11 SECONDS with won, the Instructions 795-1434.5A football title team’s50mind. You are theEAST, target from last season’s an answer or other response. You are re76.98 FEET, the student body and the 2007, including Tyler Munro returned to school that everyone toDEGREES beat.” run. quired to state file yourtitles answersince or other re3) THENCEwants SOUTH 83 The Bidder to whom a Contract is awarEXHIBIT A: sponse within (35) days after the 20 MINUTES 28 SECONDS EAST, ded be required to furnish a PerformTRACT 1: PUBLIC NOTICE faculty. It creates the ultimate sixthirty-five in football. the next day and ance, thewillbuilding service of this summons upon you. Ser15.55 FEET, Payment and Warranty Bond guarA TRACT OF LAND IN THE SOUTH ½ connection of academics andvice of this summons shall be complete on 4) THENCE SOUTH 84 DEGREES anteeing faithful performance. N O R T H E A S T ¼ O F S E C T I O N 3 0 , INVITATION TO BID Winning a championship was almost empty. the day of the last publication. A copy of 48 MINUTES 12 SECONDS EAST, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 68 WEST CONSTRUCTION OF 2016 extracurricular activities. It also “creates excitement for the still accomplish something. championship just builds While high school the complaint may be obtained from the 7.57 FEET, No Bids may be withdrawn within a period OF THE SIXTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, REHABILITATION AND REPLACEMENT clerk of the court. 5) THENCE NORTH 86 DEGREES of sixty (60) days after the date Bids are DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENOF WATER METERS, reaffirms that you as a school “Green Mountain is an older kids and validates all the work school pride that is sometimes championship teams don’t get 09 MINUTES 37 SECONDS EAST, opened. CING AT CORNER NUMBER 1 LOCSPECIFICATIONS NO. A6-091 to file your answer or otherSherman re7.72 he FEET, ATED IN THE NEVADA are doing something that is If you fail they school,” said. “It’s pretty kind of missing these days,”DITCH, 6 FEET have done,” parades like the Super Bowlsponse to the complaint in writing within 6) THENCE NORTH 79 DEGREES A mandatory Prebid Conference will be WEST FROM CENTER OF NORTH(Engineer): ENS Consulting, LLC creating better people.” neat to the55people Madden “For smaller “Unfortunately, live winning Denver Broncos, it’s thirty-five said. (35) days after the date of the we 57 see MINUTES SECONDSthat EAST,had held at the intersection of South Sheridan said. EAST ¼ OFaSAID SECTION 30, THENCE (Owner): last publication, judgment by default may 23.11 FEET, Blvd. and Bow Mar Drive on Thursday, IN SOUTHWESTERLY DIRECTION BOW MAR WATER AND SANITATION Ponderosa Athletic Director gone to school a long time ago Mountain inagainst a society sometimes possible the memories andat 1:30 p.m.school like Green be rendered you by that the court for 7) THENCE NORTH 57 DEGREES May 26, 2016 ALONG THE CENTER OF SAID DITCH DISTRICT demanded is in the the complaint 36 MINUTES SECONDS EAST, 1440 FEET, MORE OR of LESS, TO come THE Tim Ottmann, who guided the relief success back and54stick their head and the community, it sort most important inspiration will last just as long without further notice. 17.48 FEET, Bids will be considered only from Bidders CORNER NUMBER 2, THE POINT OF Sealed bids will be received by Bow Mar the Mustangs to eight of the in and say, ‘I played builds a sense that I canOFgo to thing versus the journey — and and forDistrict, those involved. THENCE NORTH 61 DEGREES who have attended the Prebid ConferINTERSECTION CENTERLINE OFthe8)dugout Water Sanitation 8739 Coal This is an action for judicial foreclosure 58 MINUTES 24 SECONDS EAST, ence. SAID DITCH WITH SOUTH LINE OF Mine Road, Littleton, CO 80123, until 1:30 school’s 10 state wrestling titles here.’ “ my neighborhood school andSECTIONbaseball that’sRule the thing about “Overall, a state under C.R.C.P. 105hard and damages 6.84 FEET, NORTHEAST ¼ OF SAID 30, pm local time Friday, June 3, 2016. Bids PUBLIC NOTICE DISTRICT COURT, CITY AND COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, CO 80112

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Plaintiff(s): SMOKY RIDGE MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado nonprofit corporation v. Defendant(s): CHARONDA JEAN DERRITT; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; DHI MORTGAGE COMPANY LTD.; WELLS FARGO BANK, NA; and CYNTHIA D. MARES as the Arapahoe County Public Trustee MOELLER GRAF, P.C. David J. Graf, #26070 Timothy M. Moeller, #31150 Eric McLennan, #34468 K. Christian Webert, #43739 Daniel J. Zolnikov, #47026 Address: 385 Inverness Parkway, Suite 200 Englewood, Colorado 80112 Phone Number: (720) 279-2568 Case No.: 15CV32713 * Division: 402 SUMMONS [BY PUBLICATION] THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT(S): You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of the complaint filed with the court in this action, by filing with the clerk of this court an answer or other response. You are required to file your answer or other response within thirty-five (35) days after the service of this summons upon you. Service of this summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication. A copy of the complaint may be obtained from the clerk of the court. If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint in writing within thirty-five (35) days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the complaint without further notice. This is an action for judicial foreclosure under C.R.C.P. Rule 105 and damages seeking to foreclose a statutory lien on the following property: Lot 2, Block 9, Smoky Ridge, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado Dated April 30, 2016 MOELLER GRAF, P.C. /s/ K. Christian Webert, #4 Legal Notice No.: 57571 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: June 9, 2016 Published in the Littleton Independent

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seeking to foreclose a statutory lien on the following property:

received after this time will not be accepted and will be returned unopened.

Lot 2, Block 9, Smoky Ridge, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado

At said place and time, and promptly thereafter, all bids that have been duly received will be opened publicly and read aloud. All interested parties are invited to attend. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive irregularities or informalities in any bid.

Dated April 30, 2016 MOELLER GRAF, P.C. /s/ K. Christian Webert, #4

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Legal Notice No.: 57571 First Publication: May 12, 2016 Last Publication: June 9, 2016 Published in the Littleton Independent Public Notice NOTICE AS TO AMENDED 2015 BUDGETS LITTLETON VILLAGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1-3 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that amendments to the 2015 budgets have been submitted to the Districts. A copy of each of the proposed amended budgets are on file in the office of CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP, 8390 East Crescent Parkway, Suite 600, Greenwood Village, Colorado, where the same are open for public inspection. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that such amended budgets will be considered at a regular meeting of the Districts to be held at 2154 East Commons Avenue, Suite 2000, Colorado, on May 24, 2016 at 9:30 A.M. Any interested elector of the Districts may inspect the amended budgets and file or register any objections at any time prior to final adoption of amended budgets. BY ORDER OF THE BOARDS OF DIRECTORS: LITTLETON VILLAGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1-3 Legal Notice No.: 57592 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE

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The work to be performed generally includes: 1. Install ¾” iPERL Water Meter, 55 EA 2. Install1” iPERL Water Meter, 175 EA 3. Install 1 1/2” OMNI R2 Water Meter, 3 EA 4. Install 3/4” SRII TR/PL Assembly, 21 EA 5. Install 1” SRII TR/PL Assembly, 39 EA 6. Install 20” All Cast Iron Meter Pit Cover, 293 EA 7. Install 520M MXU, 1 Port, TC Hourly Read, 293 EA 8. Miscellaneous Work and Material Bids shall be submitted on a unit price basis as shown in the Proposal, which is included in the Project Specifications. Copies of the Drawings, Specifications and other Contract Documents for use in preparing Bids may be obtained from the Engineer after May 19, 2016, upon paying $30.00 for each set of Contract Documents. Payment is to be made to Engineer, whose mailing address is: 1200 South Wadsworth Blvd, Suite 100, Lakewood, CO 80232. All payments made for Drawings, Specifications, and other Contract Documents are nonrefundable. Copies of the Drawings and Project Specifications are also on file and may be examined at the District’s address during normal working hours after May 19, 2016. Each Bidder shall file with his Bid a cashier’s check, or a Bid Bond, in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. The Bidder to whom a Contract is awarded will be required to furnish a Performance, Payment and Warranty Bond guaranteeing faithful performance.

INVITATION TO BID CONSTRUCTION OF 2016 REHABILITATION AND REPLACEMENT OF WATER METERS, SPECIFICATIONS NO. A6-091

No Bids may be withdrawn within a period of sixty (60) days after the date Bids are opened.

(Engineer): ENS Consulting, LLC (Owner): BOW MAR WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT

A mandatory Prebid Conference will be held at the intersection of South Sheridan Blvd. and Bow Mar Drive on Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.

Sealed bids will be received by Bow Mar Water and Sanitation District, 8739 Coal Mine Road, Littleton, CO 80123, until 1:30 pm local time Friday, June 3, 2016. Bids received after this time will not be accepted and will be returned unopened.

Bids will be considered only from Bidders who have attended the Prebid Conference.

Bids from Bidders not indicated in the Engineer’s records to have been in attendance at the Prebid Conference will be returned unopened. By: OWNER Bow Mar Water And Sanitation District, Patrick Fitzgerald, Manager Legal Notice No.: 57598 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent

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Legal Notice No.: 57598 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: May 19, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF COLUMBINE VALLEY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE TOWN OF COLUMBINE VALLEY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION SHALL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING THE WILD PLUM FARM PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN LOCATED ON PROPERTY DESCRIBED BELOW IN EXHIBIT A, AND GENERALLY LOCATED SOUTH OF FAIRWAY LANE AND EAST OF THE POLO MEADOWS AND BURNING TREE SUBDIVISIONS PURSUANT TO THE TOWN OF COLUMBINE VALLEY ZONING REGULATIONS. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BE HELD BEFORE THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION ON JUNE 14, 2016 AT THE HOUR OF 6:30 PM, OR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE THEREAFTER AS THE AGENDA OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PERMITS, IN THE EAST HEARING ROOM OF THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING 5334 SOUTH PRINCE STREET LITTLETON COLORADO 80120 ALL INTERESTED PERSONS MAY ATTEND. FURTHER INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING (303) 795-1434. EXHIBIT A: TRACT 1: A TRACT OF LAND IN THE SOUTH ½ NORTHEAST ¼ OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 68 WEST OF THE SIXTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT CORNER NUMBER 1 LOCATED IN THE NEVADA DITCH, 6 FEET WEST FROM CENTER OF NORTHEAST ¼ OF SAID SECTION 30, THENCE IN SOUTHWESTERLY DIRECTION ALONG THE CENTER OF SAID DITCH 1440 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE CORNER NUMBER 2, THE POINT OF INTERSECTION OF CENTERLINE OF SAID DITCH WITH SOUTH LINE OF NORTHEAST ¼ OF SAID SECTION 30, SAID CORNER NUMBER 2 BEING 468 FEET, MORE OR LESS, WEST FROM SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SOUTHEAST ¼ NORTHEAST ¼ OF SAID SECTION 30, THENCE EAST ALONG SOUTH LINE 1156.6 FEET MORE OR LESS TO CORNER NUMBER 3, THENCE NORTH 1320 FEET TO CORNER NUMBER 4, THENCE WEST 676.5 FEE T, MORE OR LESS, TO CORNER NUMBER 1, THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. TRACT 2: NORTHWEST ¼ NORTHWEST ¼ OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 68 WEST OF THE SIXTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN AND THE PART OF NORTHEAST ¼ NORTHEAST ¼ OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 68 WEST OF THE SITH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN LYING EAST OF THE NEVADA DITCH, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. TRACT 3: A TRACT OF LAND IN THE NORTHEAST 1/4 NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 68 WEST OF THE SIXTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 30, A PIN WITH CAP LS 9872, THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 49 MINUTES 17 SECONDS WEST 975.96 FEETALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST 1/4 NORTHEAST 1/4 TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE ALONG AN EXISTING FENCE LINE THE FOLLOWING EIGHTEEN (18) COURSES: 1) THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGREES 44 MINUTES 02 SECONDS EAST, 27.77 FEET, 2) THENCE SOUTH 78 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 11 SECONDS EAST,

SAID CORNER NUMBER 2 BEING 468 FEET, MORE OR LESS, WEST FROM SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SOUTHEAST ¼ NORTHEAST ¼ OF SAID SECTION 30, THENCE EAST ALONG SOUTH LINE 1156.6 FEET MORE OR LESS TO CORNER NUMBER 3, THENCE NORTH 1320 FEET TO CORNER NUMBER 4, THENCE WEST 676.5 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO CORNER NUMBER 1, THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. TRACT 2: NORTHWEST ¼ NORTHWEST ¼ OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 68 WEST OF THE SIXTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN AND THE PART OF NORTHEAST ¼ NORTHEAST ¼ OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 68 WEST OF THE SITH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN LYING EAST OF THE NEVADA DITCH, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. TRACT 3: A TRACT OF LAND IN THE NORTHEAST 1/4 NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 68 WEST OF THE SIXTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 30, A PIN WITH CAP LS 9872, THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 49 MINUTES 17 SECONDS WEST 975.96 FEETALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST 1/4 NORTHEAST 1/4 TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE ALONG AN EXISTING FENCE LINE THE FOLLOWING EIGHTEEN (18) COURSES: 1) THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGREES 44 MINUTES 02 SECONDS EAST, 27.77 FEET, 2) THENCE SOUTH 78 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 11 SECONDS EAST, 76.98 FEET, 3) THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGREES 20 MINUTES 28 SECONDS EAST, 15.55 FEET, 4) THENCE SOUTH 84 DEGREES 48 MINUTES 12 SECONDS EAST, 7.57 FEET, 5) THENCE NORTH 86 DEGREES 09 MINUTES 37 SECONDS EAST, 7.72 FEET, 6) THENCE NORTH 79 DEGREES 57 MINUTES 55 SECONDS EAST, 23.11 FEET, 7) THENCE NORTH 57 DEGREES 36 MINUTES 54 SECONDS EAST, 17.48 FEET, 8) THENCE NORTH 61 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 24 SECONDS EAST, 6.84 FEET, 9) THENCE NORTH 41 DEGREES 02 MINUTES 15 SECONDS EAST, 6.33 FEET, 10) THENCE NORTH 35 DEGREES 52 MINUTES 22 SECONDS EAST, 7.67 FEET, 11) THENCE NORTH 27 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 55 SECONDS EAST, 7.67 FEET, 12) THENCE NORTH 19 DEGREES 51 MINUTES 32 SECONDS EAST, 7.74 FEET, 13) THENCE NORTH 15 DEGREES 08 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST, 7.72 FEET, 14) THENCE NORTH 05 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST, 6.66 FEET, 15) THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREES 16 MINUTES 12 SECONDS WEST, 6.96 FEET, 16) THENCE NORTH 04 DEGREES 23 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST, 6.73 FEET, 17) THENCE NORTH 16 DEGREES 55 MINUTES 18 SECONDS WEST, 8.77 FEET, 18) THENCE NORTH 43 DEGREES 25 MINUTES 18 SECONDS EAST, 172.41 FEET TO T HE INTERSECTION WITH THE CENTERLINE OF THE NEVADA DITCH, THENCE ALONG THE CENTERLINE OF THE NEVADA DITCH THE FOLLOWING EIGHT (8) COURSES: 1) THENCE SOUTH 37 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 45 SECONDS EAST, 79.24 FEET 2) THENCE SOUTH 47 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 26 SECONDS EAST, 88.46 FEET 3) THENCE SOUTH 15 DEGREES 04 MINUTES 07 SECONDS EAST, 26.93 FEET 4) THENCE SOUTH 29 DEGREES 11 MINUTES 51 SECONDS WEST, 38.95 FEET 5) THENCE SOUTH 53 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 23 SECONDS WEST, 126.61 FEET

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Public Knowledge = Notices Community The work to be performed generally includes: 1. Install ¾” iPERL Water Meter, 55 EA 2. Install1” iPERL Water Meter, 175 EA 3. Install 1 1/2” OMNI R2 Water Meter, 3 EA 4. Install 3/4” SRII TR/PL Assembly, 21 EA 5. Install 1” SRII TR/PL Assembly, 39 EA 6. Install 20” All Cast Iron Meter Pit Cover, 293 EA 7. Install 520M MXU, 1 Port, TC Hourly Read, 293 EA 8. Miscellaneous Work and Material

Bids shall be submitted on a unit price basis as shown in the Proposal, which is included in the Project Specifications.

Copies of the Drawings, Specifications and other Contract Documents for use in preparing Bids may be obtained from the Engineer after May 19, 2016, upon paying $30.00 for each set of Contract Documents. Payment is to be made to Engineer, whose mailing address is: 1200 South Wadsworth Blvd, Suite 100, Lakewood, CO 80232. All payments made for Drawings, Specifications, and other Contract Documents are nonrefundable.

Read the Notices!

Copies of the Drawings and Project Specifications are also on file and may be examined at the District’s address during normal working hours after May 19, 2016.

Each Bidder shall file with his Bid a cashier’s check, or a Bid Bond, in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders.

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9) THENCE NORTH 41 DEGREES 02 MINUTES 15 SECONDS EAST, 6.33 FEET, 10) THENCE NORTH 35 DEGREES 52 MINUTES 22 SECONDS EAST, 7.67 FEET, 11) THENCE NORTH 27 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 55 SECONDS EAST, 7.67 FEET, 12) THENCE NORTH 19 DEGREES 51 MINUTES 32 SECONDS EAST, 7.74 FEET, 13) THENCE NORTH 15 DEGREES 08 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST, 7.72 FEET, 14) THENCE NORTH 05 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST, 6.66 FEET, 15) THENCE NORTH 01 DEGREES 16 MINUTES 12 SECONDS WEST, 6.96 FEET, 16) THENCE NORTH 04 DEGREES 23 MINUTES 46 SECONDS EAST, 6.73 FEET, 17) THENCE NORTH 16 DEGREES 55 MINUTES 18 SECONDS WEST, 8.77 FEET, 18) THENCE NORTH 43 DEGREES 25 MINUTES 18 SECONDS EAST, 172.41 FEET TO THE INTERSECTION WITH THE CENTERLINE OF THE NEVADA DITCH, THENCE ALONG THE CENTERLINE OF THE NEVADA DITCH THE FOLLOWING EIGHT (8) COURSES: 1) THENCE SOUTH 37 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 45 SECONDS EAST, 79.24 FEET 2) THENCE SOUTH 47 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 26 SECONDS EAST, 88.46 FEET 3) THENCE SOUTH 15 DEGREES 04 MINUTES 07 SECONDS EAST, 26.93 FEET 4) THENCE SOUTH 29 DEGREES 11 MINUTES 51 SECONDS WEST, 38.95 FEET 5) THENCE SOUTH 53 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 23 SECONDS WEST, 126.61 FEET 6) THENCE SOUTH 53 DEGREES 02 MINUTES 34 SECONDS WEST, 262.80 FEET 7) THENCE SOUTH 73 DEGREES 18 MINUTES 03 SECONDS WEST, 41.76 FEET 8) THENCE SOUTH 55 DEGREES 21 MINUTES 10 SECONDS WEST, 79.16 FEET TO THE INTERSECTION WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST 1/4 NORTHEAST 1/4 THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 49 MINUTES 17 SECONDS EAST, 289.36 FEET ALONG SAID WEST LINE TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.

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BY ORDER OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION, TOWN OF COLUMBINE VALLEY /S/ J.D. MCCRUMB, TOWN CLERK Legal Notice No.: 57607 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: June 9, 2016 Publisher: Littleton Independent

Notice To Creditors PUBLIC NOTICE Estate of Kanyada Lessa Frazier, Deceased Case Number: 2016 PR 030424 All persons or creditors possession claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado, on or before August 9, 2016, or the claims may be forever barred. DATED: May 12, 2015 Joanna C. Kitto, Esq. KITTO LAW, PC 1111 Washington Avenue, Suite 205 Golden, CO 80401 Attorney for Tara Ashanti Germany Personal Representative Legal Notice No.: 57610 First Publication: May 19, 2016 Last Publication: June 2, 2016 Publisher: The Englewood Herald Littleton Independent

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Custom Collection at The Club at Ravenna As the luxury end of the market comes to life, tour three genuine custom homes in Ravenna

By Mark Samuelson As agents all over the area report the luxury home market coming to life, there’s no better proof than you’ll find inside the scenic expanse at The Club at Ravenna -- 35 minutes from downtown Denver, but with the protected setting you’d want on a home that’s going to cost $1.5 million or $2.5 million. Ravenna will let you behind the gates this weekend to tour three genuine customs, sized 5,600 to 6,700 square feet, with the kind of lush appointments that match Ravenna’s views.

If you like what you see, you can pick one of those three and skip the year that it takes to build a custom home of this quality – or you can get some ideas and pick from Ravenna’s assortment of custom sites – some on the course, some backing to the national forest, all of them wrapped in scenery that could be a hundred miles west of Denver.

You can also see floor plans, renderings and homesite locations where Ravenna’s participating builders are getting set to launch a few pre-designed custom and semi-custom homes from $1.7 million – “We’re always hearing from homebuyers, saving some time and maybe some dollars, even Denver natives, who tell us, ‘I had as well. no idea a community this remarkable was anywhere nearby,’” says Operations Man- The three that are open today are rife with ager and Listing Broker Dale Schossow of the possibilities: including in an expanLIV Sotheby’s International Realty, exclusive Tuscan ranch designed by renowned sive agent for Ravenna. His team will give Knudson Gloss Architects, with grand you a gate pass to tour those three resale entertaining areas that blend seamlessly customs, on the market at $1.99 million, to an outdoor courtyard, all with panora$1.995 million and $2.2 million – along mas either of the 18th fairway or the nawith Ravenna’s Jay Morrish signature golf tional forest. It has a very private upstairs course and clubhouse, all wrapped in icon- suite either for guests or as an office; and ic red-rock ridges. a gourmet kitchen opening to a hearth

Custom Homesites from the mid-$200,000s Remington Homes Golf Villas from the mid-$700,000s Thomas Sattler Estate Collection from $1,100,000 Hollister Michaels Collection from $1,495,000 Custom Homes from $1,500,000 Open Tues.-Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun., 11am-5pm, Mon. by appointment

room trimmed in rusty shades of match- residents get a lineup of creative commuing granite, hardwood and masonry. nity events that go well beyond golf: bimonthly vintner-hosted wine dinners, salAlthough you can still purchase the most sa dances, Oktoberfest and others, usually promising custom sites, the time to be oriented around the chef ’s highly regardlooking at Ravenna – allowing a build- ed fare. And you can tour the model for out of only 243 homes -- is right now, says Remington Homes’ Golf Villa Collection at Schossow. “The velocity of sales and num- Ravenna, some priced from just the $700s, ber of private residences under construc- set in an arroyo between rock ridges. tion we’re seeing this spring is way beyond last year’s,” he says. “Even if you’re not Ravenna will provide you a gate pass at planning to build until 2017, you need to sales center tomorrow and Sunday (or tosee these sites right away.” day by appointment), located just outside its 24-hour gate off Waterton Road, 10-to-5 This weekend, you can also speak with the p.m. Saturday, 11-to-5 Sunday. Take C-470 membership director, Hack, at the Raven- to Wadsworth, head south four miles to na’s clubhouse overlooking the course – Waterton Road, turn left a half mile to where membership is optional, but where Dante Drive, and right; call 720-956-1600.

Custom Collection Home Tour at The Club at Ravenna

WHERE: The Club at Ravenna, gated golf community wrapped in red rocks; 3 luxury custom

resale homes open Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sun. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; along with custom home sites, golf villas, and the clubhouse. 11118 Caretaker Rd., Littleton; from C-470 exit Wadsworth, south 4 miles to Waterton Rd.; turn left (south) 1/2–mile to Dante; turn right 1 block to Caretaker, turn right to sales center for gate pass & map

PRICE: From $1.5 million; custom resales $1.99M, $1.995M, $2.2M WHEN: Gate passes Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., or Friday by appointment. PHONE: 720-956-1600 WEB: RavennaGolf.com

Custom Homes • Homesites • Golf • Social Club 11118 Caretaker Road, Littleton, CO 80125 720.956.1600 • RavennaGolf.com