August 2012 CVCR

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Standard School Bus Stop Laws

Learn and follow the school bus laws for motorists in Colorado. Laws exist to protect children getting on and off the bus AND to protect you from a tragedy. Check with your school transportation office or police department for more information on our state's laws. Here are a few standard rules: Motorists coming to a school bus from either direction must stop when the bus displays ashing red warning lights and extends the stop signal arm. These signals show that children are getting on or off the school bus. Vehicles may not pass until the ashing red lights and signals are turned off. Drivers traveling in the same direction as the bus are always required to stop. Never pass on the right side of the bus, where children enter or exit. This is illegal and can have tragic results.

Violation of these laws can result in a citation and fine.

For further information contact the Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District, 303-833-2742 or visit us at www.fffd.us.

Dacono's Beauty Institute & Spa

Kelly Martindale The Carbon Valley recently welcomed into the area Karen Vega and her new school, the Beauty Institute and Spa. Not only is it a school, but the Beauty Institute and Spa (BIS) provides services to those in and around the area. Located off Frontage Road just south of Hwy. 52 in Dacono, BIS invites you to stop in and tour the facility or try one of their many affordable services.

Catering to men and women of all ages, BIS is a fun place to be and has a friendly, inviting environment. BIS has two goals; provide training in cosmetology and provide cosmetology services. So, whether you are a potential cosmetology student or simply need hair, nail, skin, makeup, massage or waxing services, this business has what you need.

If you are a potential client wanting any of the variety of services, simply call and set up an appointment. Affordable pricing reects students providing the services under direct supervision of experienced, licensed professionals. All types of hair and barber services are available but so are luxurious spa services such as anti-aging treatments and hydrating body treatments, plus, treatments for lips, eyes, face and even sunless tanning sessions. Basic manicures and pedicures, full sets of artificial gel and acrylic nails, paraffin dips for hands and feet, and shellac polishes are all available choices.

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The whole concept behind Red Rocks Photo Booth is to provide a fun and exciting way to capture moments at special events. This mobile business provides an open-air booth that allows up to 15 people to be included in a group photo. The prop options of hats, wigs, boas, glasses, backgrounds, furniture, and more, help individuals relax, have fun,

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A friend and wedding planner in California told Darren of the demand for portable photo booths for weddings. He made the purchase and started the photography over a year ago. Darren then moved to Colorado from California earlier in the year. The move made it possible for him to work with his family in this new business. Plus, Darren is now able to enjoy many extracurricular activities: skiing, hiking, fishing, hockey, and football. Many of his recreational activities utilize his booth. Red Rocks Photo Booth is perfect for many situations including corporate events, fundraisers, and birthday parties.

The digital imaging, print quality, and speed of the booth are superior to anything on the market. Photo strips are cut and printed within 15 seconds. Each photo strip is custom designed with the event information or date.

There are different rental packages available and Darren invites you “like� his Facebook page at www.facebook.com/redrocksphotobooth and see for yourself, how much the guests enjoy the photo booth.

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What’s On My Mind Kelly Martindale, Publisher

Aching Abyss of the Heart

Helplessness is never so obvious as when you watch your house burn to the ground or when you cannot shut off the sounds of gun shots or when you have to make the decision to stop the beating heart of a loved one. I’ve not lost my home to fire or been shot at but I have had to tell the doctor to let my daughter go‌I carried her in my womb, I gave birth to her, I raised her for nearly ten years. It was the hardest thing I’ve ever had to do. The next hardest was being in Colorado while my son died in Michigan. These types of experience impress upon you how vulnerable you are in this world.

You might ask, “Why did this have to happen?� To be honest, there is nobody who can answer that question.

The feeling of being helpless and the knowledge that life is out of control are experiences that can wound us deeply. Is it possible to control anything? I think control is an illusion, especially when it concerns the fragility of life. Yes, we can do many things to aid our safe keeping. We can teach our children to stay away from strangers but a loved one may still abuse them. We can put security systems in our homes but thieves can still break in. We can exercise five days a week and never eat processed foods but cancer can still ravage our body. We cannot control what happens in life.

Just this week, my granddaughter’s friend lost her mommy‌my neighbor lost her daughter. They weren’t warned or prepared for this trauma. The sorrow in their hearts will permeate that household for years to come. There will remain questions that can never be answered. They will work to find a new normal and eventually the empty chair at the table will not seem so gigantic.

I know this from my own experience. I also know laughter will come again, when they least expect it. But all of this takes time. Just like rebuilding a home from the ground up; purchasing new furnishings, clothes and towels, and making new memories and taking new photos. It all takes time.

It also takes patience. Why? Because many people are affected by tragedy.

And each person works through the experience in their own way and in their own time. One person can feel joy on a day that the other is filled with sorrow and that can cause strife, anger and bitterness. This can lead to each person hiding how they really feel which aggravates the healing process for all concerned.

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As I write this, as you read this, a heaviness pervades and the question persists, “Why?�

Sadly, I don’t understand any better today than I did 5, 10 or 15 years ago.

Yes, I lived through it and I’ve been able to help a few other people because of my experiences but that doesn’t mean I “get it.� I know I haven’t completely healed and probably never will. Yes, I have worked through a lot of the grief but I’m not “over it.� I haven’t moved on with my life because “my life� ceased to exist August 2, 1990. Now I am in a new life, one that was very difficult to figure out and remains challenging to sustain.

But somewhere along the line, I must have quit asking why and started asking, “What now?� “What do I do with this?� “Where do I start?� “Where do I go from here?�

And because of family, friends and neighbors, I’ve been encouraged and helped to keep my chin up and stay hopeful. Those same friends are already reaching out to our neighbor. We are praying for this family, meals are being prepared‌love and hugs are offered. That family knows they are not alone in their suffering because friends are reaching out to them.

My household, our neighborhood and our state has suffered tremendous loss.

I see people reaching out to the hurting and striving to do things that will lighten their burden. I am grateful to live in America, in Colorado and in Frederick. I am blessed to be surrounded by people with good and compassionate hearts; people who strive to serve, comfort and care for others, just as Jesus did.

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Bits & Pieces of Carbon Valley lllley XTREME MMA Fitness & Training Center~

Sean "The Muscle Shark" Sherk 3 hour seminar covering boxing with takedowns, clinch, inside boxing, dirty b o x i n g , wrestling takedowns, Jiu Jitsu, Shooto submission ows.

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Open house at Xtreme MMA from 9-12. Meet and greet Sean Sherk from 11-12pm. Doors Close at 12pm for seminar Price: $100 per person. LIMITED TO ONLY 30 PEOPLE. Call and reserve your spot ASAP as they will book up fast. Call 303-9532034. We accept Visa, MasterCard. There will be food and prizes.

Sean "The Muscle Shark" began wrestling at the age of 7, wrestled competitively for 12 years and racked up over 400 matches placing in state 10 times and US nationals twice as a kid. He began to train Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, Shoot Wrestling, and Muay Thai in the early 1990's while continuing his wrestling. He began competing in MMA in 1999 and has since piled up 43 professional fights as a Welterweight and Lightweight with a record of 38-4-1, fighting for UFC world titles in both weight classes and winning the UFC Lightweight title in October 2006. He is a 12 time UFC veteran and has fought across the United States as well as in Canada , Mexico and Japan. He is coming off a tough fought victory over Evan Dunham where he received fight of the night. He received fight of the night honors 4 times and has 5 fights on the UFC's 100 best of all time.

Tech Thursdays

Every third Thursday is Tech Thursday at 6pm-7pm at Daylight Donuts of Dacono with Brian Wright from Firestone Technical Resources. Firestone Technical Resources will be on site providing answers for all of the technology devices, gadgets, and software and more. More info call 303.833.2009.

Time For Change Fitness Group - New Classes Starting

Our fitness groups in the park will continue for the first part of August, but when school starts we'll be heading back indoors and evening classes are starting August 1st. Your First Session is FREE, so join us at 8:30am at the following locations: Tue July 31st at Frederick Recreation Area, Thur Aug 2nd at Thompson Park, Mon Aug 6th at Left Hand Creek Park. Then the schedule will continue weekly as follows: starting August 1st, every Wed evening at 7pm at Rocky Mountain Christian Church (Frederick Campus), every Mon, Wed, and Friday at 8:30am at Rocky Mountain Christian Church (Niwot Campus). We're looking to start an afterschool fitness group at 4p in the near future, so let me know if you're interested in that one as well. All fitness levels are Welcome, so What Are You Waiting For? It's Time For Change! Call Tracy Rewerts, NASM Certified Personal Trainer for details at http://timeforchangepersonaltraining. com/ 303-828-2856.

Celebrating 75 Years!

Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Ft. Lupton is celebrating our 75th anniversary with a special worship service on Sunday, August 19th at 9:00 am. Our guest preacher will be Pastor Charles Blanco (pastor at Mt. Calvary 19842001). We'll follow this with a time of sharing and a pig roast. All are invited to join us as we celebrate 75 years of "His faithfulness to all generations" (Psalm 100:5). Call 303-857-6827 or email office@mtcalvaryluth.org for more information.

Military Honor Flight

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OBLIVION 2012GoAirheads

August 11! This is a double elimination style, team death match tournament held at the Goairheads field. The tournament will start at 8am and go until completed. Each team must consist of 5 players.

If your team consists of more than 5 members you are allowed to split your team into separate, smaller teams ie: a team of 20 members may have 4 teams. Admission is 35 dollars per person and includes lunch. We will also be putting together a list of singles so you can join a temporary team as well. The teams will be assigned on a first come first serve basis. Payments will be made in advance. IMPORTANT: No last minute players.

You must pre-register and pay prior to the tournament. The cut off date will be announced closer to the event. For registration questions call Dianna at 303-452-7000. Start preparing your teams now.

Tri-Town Lions Club

SAVE THE DATE: Monday, September 3, 2012 Are you hungry? Then come and join the Tri-Town, Gill, Platteville and other local Lions Clubs at Miller Farms in Platteville for the official opening week-end of their fall festival.

We will be serving an “all you can eat� pancake breakfast, from 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. for only $5.00. After a delicious breakfast, you can enjoy the rest of the day of fun and adventure for the entire family. Need more information? Go to their website at: http://www.millerfarms.net/ to view admission fees to Miller Farms.

Jeanette Boyles, President, John Martinez, 1st VP, Jerry Boyles, 2nd VP, Selma VanDyke, Secretary, Nancy Martinez, Treasurer, Frank Gomez, Membership Chair, Carmen Chavez, Tail Twister, and other members of our club will be there to welcome you.

Interested in becoming a member or want to help out at any of our events, please contact Jeanette Boyles at (303) 833-2018. We would love to have you!

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Christa is a local resident who has graduated from the Art Institute of Colorado in photography.

She is available for any portrait that your family might what, from Senior Pictures to Family portraits and beyond. Christa offers different packages to meet the needs of her clientele. Sitting fees start at $85 and the group size can range from the individual to as many as you like. She does outdoor settings, with the use of natural light, and can travel to your favorite picture spot. Schedule your appointment now for those spring family portraits or even those Sr. pictures for next school year. Schedule your appointment today and watch for our coupon on the back of our local King Soopers receipts. For more information you can contact Christa at 303324-7902 or 303-833-3402, email her at christa@ christawilsonphotography.com, or check out her web site at http://christawilsonphotography.com.

Doctor Out Reach

Free community presentations offered by a local doctor. One in Firestone and one in Longmont. Neuropathy: the PAIN stops here on Saturday, August 11th 9:30am at the Longmont Public Library.

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This Community Bible Study course covers the period from Joshua’s leadership through King David’s rule in Israel. Tuesday mornings from 9:15 – 11:15 am. Beginning September 11, 2012 thru May 7, 2013 we will meet for study and fellowship. The classes will be hosted by but not affiliated with Longs Peak United Methodist Church, 1421 Elmhurst Drive, Longmont.

Men, women of all ages are encouraged to attend. There will be loving nursery care for babies and a full program for children 12 months to 6 years for those who register. The Community Bible Study class follows the school calendar and will not meet when children are out of school for holidays and Spring Break.

Each week you will study the Bible at home and during class small group discussions will take place. Following the small group discussion, instruction on the same passage will be given.

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Letter to the Editor: “YOU GET WHAT YOU GIVE”

School in Denver and upon completion plans to return to Salud in and work in our community.

Chandler is an exceptional young man. Recently I was talking with a parent who has a son in Frederick High School and was told that, “If there was another student whom I would like my son to model his life after, it would Chandler.” Chandler graduated from Frederick High School this year in the upper part of his class. When he graduated he had already earned his certification as an EMT, a certified driver of emergency vehicles, Hazmat certified and works as a volunteer firefighter with 500 hours of community service. He has enrolled in UNC and will graduate with a degree in Fire Science and invest his life and career serving the Carbon Valley.

These are just three of many students who have excelled because citizens cared enough about our youth to provide funding for academic excellence.

My wife and I are both retired and in our 70’s. Even with a fixed income we plan to support the Mill Levy Override this November. Although it will not benefit our children, it will benefit all children who go to school in the SVVSD where we live. It is not a hard choice for us to invest in the future of our community.

After all, what goes around comes around and we get back tomorrow what we give today. Voting ‘yes’ for the Mill Levy Override will be a vote for continued academic excellence in the SVVSD. I urge you to do just that.

George E Heath, Firestone

There is a song being downloaded by teens all over the country called: “You Get What You Give.” Although I don’t care for the lyrics, it does remind me of the old adage, “You Get What You Pay For.” As I have more birthdays (I’ve already had 72) I see this old adage take on a life of its own. Another reminder is the old idiom, “The proof of the pudding is in the eating” which simply means something needs to be experienced to prove how good it is. With this in mind, let me introduce you to three young adults who have benefited from our Mill Levy in the St Vrain Valley School District.

Tyler was a struggling special needs middle school student when I first met him. He and his single mom had moved to the Carbon Valley from a neighboring school district hoping for a fresh start in life. Tyler was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome and faced a multitude of challenges.

He had not been given the tools needed to know how to study and was floundering in his school work. Those who knew him didn’t have much hope that he would be successful in completing his studies.

Then, Tyler enrolled in Frederick High School. The staff viewed him as a ‘work in progress’ who possessed great potential. With their patience and tutelage he began to learn how to study, how to interact with his peers and teachers, and has become a better than average B+ student without using the modified learning program. Before school ended this spring he searched for and found employment on his own.

He recently interviewed for another part-time job and was the first choice of this employer who said he interviewed “very well.” Tyler will go to Community College upon graduation as an experienced Internet Gibbs & Associates, PLLC Technology student. Not bad for a young man 10079 Belmont Street who many thought would never amount to much. Firestone, CO 80504 Myra is a dental assistant at Salud Medical Center in Frederick. When I spoke with her she told me she was a floundering student with no sense of direction in her junior year of high school. The staff at Frederick High School Denyse Gibbs, CPA introduced her to the Career Development Center. Owner She discovered the dental hygienist program and 303-908-6240 found her niche and is now completing her course work at Front Range Community College. She denysegibbscpa@gmail.com has already enrolled in Dental Hygiene

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In the long run, we shape our lives, and we shape ourselves. The process never ends until we die. And the choices we make are ultimately our own responsibility.

Eleanor Roosevelt

Area Mayor’s Report—For those of us who do not attend meetings  School is just around the corner and I ask that you be very cautious and watch out for the children on their way to meet the new teachers and fellow students. Also, around the schools the speed limit is “very slow” just so you and the children crossing the street are not surprised by each other. Please enjoy the rest of your Summer and also keep in your prayers the men and women protecting our freedom, no matter where they are stationed.

 As I write this article we have been going through a string of triple digit heat days which for most Richard Macomber of us are terribly uncomfortable. That being said, these kinds of heat waves can be deadly to the elderly and those suffering illnesses. You are all important to us, so if you know of someone that does not have any way to cool themselves such as with a fan, please let town hall know and we will address the problem immediately. I do not want to see the Town of Mead residents as a statistic because we were not aware of someone suffering unmercifully.

If you haven’t noticed Town Hall is sporting a new face. I would like  to give a very big welcome to our new Town Clerk Linda Blackston. Linda comes to us with some excellent credentials and is on a very steep curve learning all about Mead. If you get the chance, please stop by and meet her. And speaking of newness, we have a new business that has come to Main Street by the name of Richman Glass. This new business does both commercial and residential glass replacement. When that childs softball comes through the window, just give Richman a call and I am positive they can take care of it. By the way this is business license number 195 in the town and it is wonderful to see so many entrepreneurs.

Yes, we are still in construction season and I hope you like the  enhancements we have made to the downtown area. While the surface looks great, it also masks the storm drainage that we added to assure we are not flooding our homes and businesses. With the new enlarged sidewalks the Town Board has approved the capability for sidewalk seating in conjunction with the restaurants. Hopefully the weather will cooperate so we can all enjoy that amenity. We will shortly be reworking the roads in the Vale View filing 2 before the Summer is over. In conjunction with the County we are also paving WCR 28 between Third Street (south of Highway 66) and WCR 9.5. These last two projects will not cost the Mead taxpayers. Both projects are being funded by other sources.  I hope you have noticed our new welcome signs. Yours truly was tired of answering the question when I was in neighboring Towns of where Mead was. These signs were inexpensive and does brand where we live for all the world to know. Ironically from that branding we have had an inquiry from a business that is studying our area. Hopefully they will think this is a great place as much as we do.  While we have been fortunate that we have not experienced the devastating forest fires we must all be cognizant of what we might need to take with us in case of an evacuation. There are several directives that offer suggestions as to what you might need to take with you. One of the things that I have learned recently is there are two methods of alerts that we as residents might receive. The first is one that is sent out by the National Weather Service in the form of a text message to cell phones purchased in the last two years.

It doesn’t matter where in the United States you are, if you are in the polygon that is covered by your cell phone (say in Illinois) you will receive the severe weather alert for that area. The second method of alert is through Weld County.

You have to sign up for it at www.weldcounty.gov and it will cover both your home phone as well as cell phone. This is a great service and will warn you of severe weather, police actions, or other situations where you would need to take protective action. While it is there to assist us, let’s hope and pray that they do not have send out any messages to us.  The future of the Town of Mead is shaped by the input from its constituents and those serving on the volunteer committees. If you would like to participate in the shaping of our Town’s future we are still in need of participants on the Parks and Recreation committee, Downtown Revitalization, Open Space and the Planning Commission. It is a simple one page application and you will meet some great people that are also trying to make a contribution to the Town.

RICHARD MACOMBER, MAYOR OF MEAD

 The Carbon Valley Music Festival presented by the City of Dacono will take place on Saturday, August 4 at Centennial Field, next to Charles Sigman the big blue water tower and we have an amazing lineup to announce. The parade begins at 11:00a and music begins at noon. The headliner this year is the Lionel Young Band, 2011 winner of the International Blues Challenge. Also confirmed are Three Twins Broadband (feat. John Magnie & Steve Amedee of the Subdudes), Quemando, Katie Glassmann (2 time Colorado state fiddle champion / 6 time national fiddle champion), Brad & The Fat Cats (WINNER 2011 Colorado Blues Society Youth Competition) and more. The beer garden this year will include Colorado craft distilleries offering tastings of their products. Also new this year is a special area for kids at ClemDuFour park. For more information, visit the City’s web site: www.cityofdacono. com and be sure to visit the Facebook page for the Festival and don’t forget to “Like” us at: www.facebook.com/CarbonValleyMusicFestival The Carbon Valley Veterans Memorial Park had a booth at  the 4th at Firestone and displayed the two design examples for the Park.

The final design will be on display at a booth at the Carbon Valley Music Festival in Dacono on Saturday, August 4. Be sure to stop by and take a look. We also need members for our other committees (fundraising, marketing, outreach, etc.). Please contact Barb Goettsch (BarbGoettsch@ CarbonValleyRotary.org) if you are interested in helping. Regular monthly meetings of the entire group are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00p. The location changes depending on the activities going on during the meeting. We welcome your participation.  Dacono’s 2nd entry monument sign, which is located near the East Frontage Rd. and Summit Blvd. (WCR 8), is now complete. Low water landscaping and grass seed still needs to be installed, but the sign looks great. Similar to the one at Colorado Blvd. & SH 52, this sign will be seen by thousands of visitors every weekend that go to Colorado National Speedway, Blitz Paintball and IMI Motorsports… part of Dacono’s Extreme Sports businesses. Future monument signs will also be similar looking, but will vary depending on exact location and surroundings.

Our Extreme Sports marketing efforts are now underway  with print advertising, a web site…DaconoSuperfecta.com…and soon brochures around the region with an incredible Grand Prize giveaway for visiting Dacono businesses. For more information and details on the Grand Prize, “Like” the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ DaconoSuperfecta  If you have any questions or comments, I can be reached at CSigman@cityofdacono.com or 303.833.2317 x126. Have a great day!

CHARLES SIGMAN, MAYOR OF DACONO "Any society that would give up a little liberty to gain a little security will deserve neither and lose both." Benjamin Franklin

As the mayor of one of Colorado's fastest growing communities, I know Chad Auer firsthand the challenges related to sustainability. Navigating the waters of economic development, regional master planning and resource stewardship is complex and often riddled with peril. Too often, leaders are blown off course by disingenuous activists, amplified emotions and deceitful propaganda. Success requires broad vision, discernment and collaboration.

Water storage, or lack thereof, is one of the most important issues facing Colorado. Numerous reports, most notably those by the Statewide Water Supply Initiative (SWSI), underscore the fact that Colorado is in dire need of expanded storage facilities. By 2050, Colorado's population is projected to double, agricultural demands will increase and energy demands will grow.

Experts tell us that this increased demand will require between 600,000 and 1 million more acre-feet of water per year. Expanding Colorado's water storage capacity simply is not optional, it is imperative.

In an effort to meet this challenge, communities across the Northern Front Cange of Colorado are collaborating on a solution. The Northern Integrated Supply Project (NISP) is an initiative that will significantly add to the state’s water storage capacity. By building an environmentally sound reservoir, NISP will supply water to what is one of the fastest growing regions in Colorado.

Unlike other projects, NISP does not place a dam on the main river. In fact, the reservoir is miles off stream and will be filled by diverting water from the Poudre River only during peak flows, thereby preserving the Poudre.

Additionally, the NISP project will protect our states agricultural economy by reducing the push for cities and towns to purchase farmers water rights - a devastating practice known as 'buy and dry'. Agriculture is critical to a thriving Colorado and we need to do what it takes to support local producers.

Other important features of the NISP project include the fact that Colorado's water will be used here, rather than flow unused out of state.

The project is a regional solution, which is far better economically and environmentally than numerous individual projects. Additionally, the reservoir will provide an economic boon by attracting anglers, boaters and other recreationalists to the region.

Just as with building Denver International Airport, the Colorado Big Thompson project or the Horsetooth Reservoir, NISP has its naysayers.

Armed with a knack for clever deception, an 'occupy NISP' group aspires to thwart the project. Their obstructionist tactics cost tax payers millions of dollars and threaten to deprive Colorado of its future.

Thankfully, the vast majority of Coloradans have seen through the smoke and realize that NISP is another addition to a long list of great advancements in our state's history.

NISP participants understand that expanding water storage is just one element of the long term solution. Water conservation and responsible usage work hand in hand with large scale storage projects. To that end, participating communities, through concentrated conservation initiatives, have reduced consumption by nearly one third. Further, Firestone was among the first communities in the state to enact a drought mitigation plan which further demonstrates our commitment to responsible resource management.

In addition to my role as mayor, I have the honor of working with public school leaders around our state. We all know that Colorado's schools are full of children who will one day pursue their version of the American dream. By building NISP, we give them a chance to do so right here in Colorado.

I urge you to join us in providing water for people, protecting our farms and supporting Colorado's future.

CHAD AUER, MAYOR OF FIRESTONE

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Think, Study, Vote!

2012 Presidential Elections:

Plato said, "One of the penalties of not participating in politics is that you will be governed by your inferiors." Concerning the Presidential election, experts say that only about six percent of Americans are undecided. So the next one hundred days of campaigning will be about swaying a relatively small group of voters. But many more than this six percent have strong opinions and still won’t participate. They will either not register to vote or fail to actually cast their ballot. Those who do vote this fall will help determine the nation’s future on many significant issues. Don’t think so? Read on. This has been a huge month in the history of American politics and I hope you have been paying attention. Permit me to highlight three issues of import.

First, the Supreme Court struck down key provisions of an Arizona immigration law that made it a state crime for illegal immigrants to seek work or fail to carry proper documentation. But they unanimously upheld a provision of the state law sometimes called the "show me your papers" statute. This provision of the law, strongly opposed by the Obama administration, allows local police to check the immigration status of people they stop in the normal course of their duties. But within hours of the Court releasing their decision, the Obama administration announced that the Homeland Security Department would no longer respond to calls from Arizona police concerning the arrest of illegal aliens. How do you feel about the Court’s decision?

How about the Obama administration’s reaction to it?

Second, to the surprise of many arm-chair Supreme Court analysts, they upheld the Affordable Care Act (a.k.a. Obama-Care) as constitutional.

This included the controversial individual mandate provision that will require people to purchase government-approved health insurance. The law stipulates that those who refuse to purchase health insurance would be required to pay a fee/fine.

President Obama, who had previously promised not to raise taxes on a single American earning less than $250,000/year, was adamant that the fee/fine was not a tax. But the majority opinion of the Court was that Congress does not have the Constitutional authority to levy a fee/fine but does have the Constitutional authority to levy a tax. So, they ruled that it’s a tax and not a fee/fine.

Democrats argue that, in spite of their Court victory, the tax is not really a tax, and is still a fine or fee. They also say that the new law will benefit every person in America by reducing health care costs.

Republicans argue that if the word “tax� would have been in the original bill, neither the House nor Senate would have approved it. Further, they argue that Obama-Care includes 21 new taxes, is unaffordable, will lead to health-care rationing, and is an intrusion into the doctor-patient relationship.

They promise to repeal it if Governor Romney is elected, they win a majority in the Senate, and retain a majority in the House of Representatives. This is an area where people hold strong feelings, and your view of this issue should help you decide how to vote in November.

Third and finally, some say that the way to grow a robust economy is to eliminate barriers to production by lowering income and capital gains tax rates, eliminating many government-imposed regulations, and severely reducing the size and scope of the Federal Government. Ronald Reagan, JFK, economist Milton Friedman, Governor Romney, and most Republicans generally share this philosophy.

Others say that the government is the only institution capable of getting enough money into circulation to stimulate our economy. They argue that more deficit spending, printing more money, and growing the size of government will stimulate economic growth and enhance private sector job creation. President Obama, FDR, economist John Maynard Keynes, and most Democrats seem to support this view Each of these three issues involves two opposite and competing philosophies that voters will choose between in November. Elections are about choices and how you vote will have consequences. If you have not yet decided which candidates share your values and priorities, now is the time to listen to them as they make their case. I do hope you will study the issues carefully and not rely on 30-second commercials or late-night TV jokes as the basis for your decision. And if you are not yet registered to vote, you can go your County Clerk’s web site or the Colorado Secretary of State’s web site and get the process started. Think, study, vote!

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We watched others on Zip lines in the area. And, lastly, went off to a beautiful beach to cool off and shop the local vendors.

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Colorado State Senate President, BRANDON SHAFFER, will host a meet and greet forum on Sunday, August 5th from 4:00 to 6:00 at the Prairie Greens clubhouse, 7781 Mountain View Drive, in Frederick, CO. Light refreshments will be served. All are cordially invited to attend. Mr. Shaffer hopes to be able to take the concerns and interests of the residents of District 4, to Washington D.C. as our voice in the House of Representatives.

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The Firestone Board of Trustees renewed its intergovernmental agreement (I.G.A.) with the Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District at its July 25, 2012, meeting, continuing with the district for fire protection and emergency services with the Town of Firestone.

Firestone Mayor Chad Auer said, “The Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District exemplifies the highest levels of professionalism in both service to citizens and intergovernmental collaboration. The District has actively engaged in regional planning initiatives which continue to provide a proactive vision for a thriving Firestone. The fact that the FFFPD has recently obtained the highest customer service rating of any governmental agency (Firestone Citizen Survey 2012) testifies to its commitment to excellence.�

Fire Chief Theodore Poszywak and Fire Marshall David Puccetti were present for the meeting, providing the Town with a quarterly service report of the district’s response times, training hours, code enforcement activities and customer feedback items for the second quarter of 2012.

Town Manager Wesley LaVanchy presented the I.G.A. to the Board of Trustees, adding, “It’s been a pleasure working alongside the Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District’s staff to provide high quality fire protection and emergency services to residents. I have the utmost respect for the leadership at the district and its ability to respond to community needs.�

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The Town of Firestone Board of Trustees appointed Rebecca Toberman as its Town Clerk at the June 27, 2012, Board of Trustees meeting. Also appointed was Carissa Medina to the position as Clerk Pro-tem.

Toberman has served as the Planning Coordinator for the Town since 2007, and will continue in that role on a part-time basis. Medina has been the Town’s receptionist since 2010, and also provides support to the Water and Buildings department.

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Oyster Race with Rene Dukes

Looking for a fun charity event to do with some friends? Check out the Oyster Race coming to Denver August 25, 2012. Your team solves clues that you run or bike to in downtown Denver. This fun adventure benefits the Denver Make A Wish Foundation. For info. go to: http://oysterracingseries.com/Denver.php.

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Firestone Proclaims July 4 Frederick-Firestone Fire District Day

FIRESTONE, COLORADO (July 3, 2012) – Firestone Mayor Chad Auer will read a proclamation at the 10th Annual 4th at Firestone celebration in support of the Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District’s efforts to keep our community safe.

Auer said, “The Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District exemplifies the highest levels of professionalism in both service to citizens and intergovernmental collaboration. The District has actively engaged in regional planning initiatives which continue to provide a proactive vision for a thriving Firestone. The fact that the FFFPD has recently obtained the highest customer service rating of any governmental agency (Firestone Citizen Survey 2012) testifies to its commitment to excellence.�

The reading of the proclamation will taking place around 12:30 p.m. at Miners Park, 226 Grant Ave., the location of the festivities. During this time, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9741 will present the colors along with the singing of the National Anthem. In addition, Veterans will be recognized for their efforts during this time. “There is no doubt that the FFFPD has risen to the challenge of providing the highest quality services to the residents of a high growth district,� Auer said. “If fact, I would assert that the FFFPD is the national standard for organizational planning, scalability and service management. Further, the quality of its leadership and the FFFPD as a whole, is a critical element of my 'stump speech' when advancing our economic development initiatives.�

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What to Do If You Haven't Filed an Income Tax Return

Filing a past due return may not be as difficult as you think. Taxpayers should file all tax returns that are due, regardless of whether you are able to pay any possible tax liability that is due on the tax returns. Depending on an individual taxpayer's facts and circumstances, there is a possibility that filing late may qualify for a payment plan. It is important, however, to know that full payment of taxes upfront saves you in additional money paid in penalties and interest.

You will want to gather the tax documents you have and call to set up an appointment with a Certified Public Accountant. You will want to bring all information that you have in your possession related to both income and deductions for the tax year(s) in which a tax return is required to be filed.

Once your tax return has been prepared and filed, there are several different ways to make a payment on any tax liability you owe to the IRS and/or the State of Colorado. If you have money available, payments can be made by electronic funds transfer, check, money order, or cashier's check. Other options to consider are the use of a loan or a credit card. These are viable options if the combination of penalties and interest that is imposed by the IRS is higher than the interest rate that would be charged from a credit card company or interest on a loan.

You should pay as much as possible before entering into an installment agreement.

If the taxpayer is unable to pay all taxes due on their tax return after it has been filed, they are encouraged to pay as much as possible now. This will help to lower the amount of interest and penalties that will be assessed on the remaining balance. In addition the IRS has programs that are designed to help the taxpayer meet their tax obligations without causing additional hardship. These options are an installment agreement and an offer in compromise.

An installment agreement or monthly payment plan allows a taxpayer to pay your remaining tax debt owed over time. Penalties and interest will continue to be charged on the unpaid portion of the debt throughout the duration of the installment agreement/payment plan.

An offer in compromise allows you to settle for a lesser amount that you actually owe. However in both cases, you will need to qualify based on their requirements.

What Will Happen If You Don't File Your Past Due Return or Contact the IRS It's important to understand the ramifications of not filing a past due return and the steps that the IRS as well as any state Department of Revenue’s will take. Taxpayers who continue to not file their required returns and fail to respond to any IRS requests for a return filing may be considered for a variety of enforcement actions such as wage garnishments.

If you haven't filed a tax return yet, please contact me.

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Justin Gasman, Carbon Valley Neighbor, Goes Local

After nine years of dedicated service at Fisher Honda and Kia in Boulder on Arapahoe Road, Justin Gasman has accepted a new position as Kia Sales Manager at Ehrlich I-25 Kia in Longmont/Firestone. “I am so excited for this new opportunity. It is a new set of challenges and a chance to serve the people in my own community,� said Gasman, a Firestone resident. “The Fishers have always treated me like family, my whole foundation and knowledge of the automotive business comes from them.�

Justin worked in sales, finance and finally sales management during his tenure at Fisher, and will be heading up the New Car Division at Ehrlich I-25 Kia. The dealership, located at 10168 Frontage Rd in Longmont, was recently purchased and earmarked for total renovation by the new owners, Ehrlich Management, which manages six other dealerships. In addition to the existing facility, nine more acres were acquired with plans to break ground soon on four of them for a new “Gallery-Image� store, the only one of its kind in the entire country. The showroom, which will

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Gasman even spent time as a radio weather announcer, and shoppers at the new showroom can look forward to Justin’s (locally) famous intercom announcements as resident Kia expert and radio personality, and continues his career with the well known, well respected Ehrlich family.

Stop by and welcome him to the neighborhood! Ehrlich Kia services all makes and models, so no matter what you drive, they’ve got you covered.

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The Pearl Group, a faith-based organization, provides a variety of support programs for single-parent families designed with minimal to no cost, including a transportation program (Car Clinic); the programs offered by The Pearl Group were established to help single-parent families and their dependent children move toward self-sufficiency.

Please consider donating your old cars to this worthy cause during this holiday season. All donations are tax deductible. If you can help with this need, please contact Scott Owen at 970-290-5991, or the Director of The Pearl Group, Tessie Gale, at 720-864-9202 or tgale@lbcc.org.

Town Of Frederick’s Relay For Life Golf Tournament Raises Over $2,000

The Town of Frederick’s annual Relay for Life Charity Golf Classic held Saturday, June 30th at the Bella Rosa Golf Club exceeded their $2,000 goal in raising funds for the American Cancer Society. The final donation is expected to exceed $2,400.

The golf tournament proceeds will be added to the town’s team total which will be turned in at bank night for the Carbon Valley Relay for Life on July 14th.

Special thanks to all of the teams who participated and our sponsors Ariel MIS, Arrow Office Supplies, Bella Rosa Golf Course & Restaurant, Big John’s RV Sales & Service, Brad’s Towing & Recovery, Chick-fil-A at Larkridge, Cimarron Liquors, Echo Brewing, High County Harley-Davidson, Papa Murphy’s Pizza, Parrott’s Sports Grille, Pete’s Place, Pinocchio’s, Rick Price, Golf Pro at Bella Rosa, Saint Aubyn Homes, Samson & Vidergar, Shear Professionals, Sloppy Dog, Source Gas and United Power.

Ribbon Cutting at Onorato Park Opens New Phase of Improvements

The Firestone Parks, Trails and Recreation Advisory Board held a ribbon cutting on July 9, 2012, to officially mark the opening of the recent phase of improvements at Onorato Park in Old Town Firestone. Onorato family members were present for the dedication.

Firestone Trustee Paul Sorensen said, “The Parks Trails and Recreation Board and the Firestone Town Board planned and built a beautiful addition to Onorato Park. I am so impressed with the quality of the new tennis court and the matching resurfacing of the basketball court that I encourage all residents to stop by and see this beautiful addition to our parks.�

Construction started in mid-April on a new tennis court for the park. Also included in the improvements was a resurface to the basketball court, new sidewalks, a drinking fountain and landscape additions.

Onorato Park is Firestone’s oldest park located within the heart of Old Town. The Parks, Trails and Recreation Advisory Board will be reviewing the mast plan for Onorato Park for any future improvements and will make recommendations to the Board of Trustees for its budget process.

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La Leche League to Meet

Whether you breastfeed your baby six days, six weeks or six months, you’ll find La Leche League meetings supportive and informative.

LLL of Carbon Valley will meet on every 2nd Saturday at 9:30 at the Carbon Valley Medical Center at 6600 Firestone Blvd in Firestone. Mothers with their nursing babies and mothers-to-be are welcome. A light brunch will be served.

For directions to the meeting or more information please call Leisl at 303-833-2008 or Laura 303-682-8840.

GriefShare Workshop & Support Group

Mondays, 7:00-8:30 p.m. at RMCC Chapel Niwot Campus. This Christian-based workshop and support group is for people who are grieving the death of someone close to them. The class, which runs as a 13-week session, will repeat itself for year-round support. Although the session is free, a $16 workbook is suggested. To register, contact Jan at 303.652.6834 or jstrobel@rmcc.org. Join the group anytime and find hope and encouragement.

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The Helping Hand Food Pantry is now open the first AND third Thursday of every month to distribute food boxes and serve dinner to our community. A free dinner is served from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and food boxes can be picked up between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. We are located inside Life Fellowship Church at 451 Oak St. in downtown Frederick. Please call Stephanie @ 303-709-5218 with any questions.

Tri-Town Toasters Club

Meetings are Monday evenings at 6:30 - 8:00 pm at 10550 Jake Jabs Blvd, in Firestone. The Tri-Town Toasters are a diverse group of people who meet weekly in the Carbon Valley area with a common purpose of developing confident and competent public speaking skills in a safe friendly environment.

Toastmasters meet in a club setting where all members participate and lead the meetings. Guests are always welcome to come. For more information contact club president, Julia K. Davis Dtm, District 26 Toastmasters at dg1011@d26leaders. org or 303.775.1106.

Coalition of Christians in Commerce

Two monthly meetings are held for the Coalition of Christians in Commerce. The first luncheon is typically the first Monday of each month, 11:30 to 1:00 at pinocchios in Lafayette at 211 N Public Road. The second meeting is the last Wednesday of the month and meets south Denver at the Imperial Chinese 431 S Broadway. RSVP at LinkedIn or call 720-290-3626. God bless your week!!

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Weight Training

If you want to lose weight and increase your metabolism, one of the most important things you can do is lift weights. Your nutritional diet and cardio training is important as well, but when it comes to changing how your body looks and feels, weight training (also known as strength training) will win every time.

Here are some of the benefits of a weight training program that just might motivate you to start:  Helps increase your metabolism. (muscle will burn more calories than fat, so the more muscle you have the more calories you will burn).  Increases the ability of the core muscles to stabilize the pelvis and spine under more pressure.  Improves your muscle size and endurance by increasing the strength of the muscles, ligaments, tendons, and joints.  Increases bone mineral density and strengthens bones (especially important for women).  Helps improve balance and coordination, helping you avoid injuries.  Increases your self-esteem and confidence.

Many people will say as they get older they can't workout, or they don't have time. Then they pay the price by losing strength and muscle mass that is necessary for daily functioning, which then leads to an increase in injuries. Have you ever heard of the saying, "if you don't use it, you lose it"? Well, this holds true in this case, if you fail to keep up your strength, especially as you get older, you will have difficulties with simple everyday tasks that you use to be able to do with ease and possibly injure yourself.

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The most familiar myth about weight training (especially for women) is that lifting weights will make my muscles too big. Lighter weights with fast repetitions will yield nice toned muscles, rather than large muscle bulk.

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Do It Yourself Divorce Clinic In The Carbon Valley Area Sponsored By Weld County Legal Services & Presented By Ellen M. Ross

You must register in advance for this clinic by submitting an application to Weld County Legal Services, 915 10th Street, Room 107 or call 970-310-8367 for details.

You must purchase a pro se packet from the WELD County Clerk’s Office on the first floor of the Centennial Center, 915 10th Street, Greeley, CO or you can purchase it the evening of the clinic. Cash only.

YOU MUST BRING THE PRO SE PACKET WITH YOU OR PURCHASE IT AT THE TIME OF THE CLINIC. Date: Tuesday, August 14, 2012 from 6:00 – 7:30 Place: Carbon Valley Library at 7 Park Avenue in Firestone, CO 80504 A volunteer Weld County Attorney will be available to help you explain the instructions on how to complete the paperwork and the procedure for filing your action. There is no charge for this clinic but you must submit an application to Weld County Legal Services and be qualified before attending. Be advised that the attorney conducting the clinic is there for purposes of providing information and is not entering your case as attorney of record, or agreeing to represent you.

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Playing it Forward Cleans Up

Local nonprofit Playing it Forward Youth Sports Foundation completed its second quarterly cleanup on June 30, 2012, for the Firestone Adopt-A-Place program. Volunteers with the organization cleaned up the east side of Colorado Boulevard from Sable Avenue to Pine Cone Avenue.

The Playing it Forward Youth Sports Foundation (www. playingitforward.org/) was started in 2011 to provide children with necessary equipment and financial support to participate in organized youth sports.

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organizations, businesses and individuals to come together to combat litter problems in the community to help keep Firestone a beautiful community to live, work and enjoy. The program requires that the group do at least one cleanup a quarter in the adopted place.

For more information on the Adopt-A-Place program, visit http://www.ci.firestone. co.us/Departments/ communityEvents/ communityEventsadoptaplace.html.

Red Hatters

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Longmont Christian Women's Connection

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Tri-Town Seniors

Frederick High School Booster Club Julia K. Davis 303.775.1106 or dg1011@d26leaders.org 720.984.7473 or tritownclothingbank@yahoo.com

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”Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.”

James 1:17 Proud Parents Ben and Angela as well as proud big brother Jacob of Longmont, announce the arrival of Hailey Alana Johnson born on June 23, 2012 at 6:43 am and weighed in at 8 lbs. 20 inches long.

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Diana Murray 303-678-1423 or Ann Marie Zemko 720-6846806.

Frederick Salud Family Health Centers

5995 Iris Parkway  Frederick  (303) 833-2050 Ethan Kerns, DDS  ekerns@saludclinic.org Services: Primary health care services: medical, dental & behavioral. A Medical Home where services are integrated to serve the family.

The Pearl Group for Single Parent Families Tessie Gale, at 720-864-9202 or tgale@lbcc.org.

La Leche League

LLL of Carbon Valley meets 2nd Saturday at 9:30 at Carbon Valley Medical Center, 6600 Firestone Blvd in Firestone.

Light brunch served. More info call Leisl 303-833-2008 or Laura 303-682-8840.

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Relationship Building as THAT PLACE Continues to Grow and Plans to Open

So much has been happening! THAT PLACE was present at the Special Olympic Softball Tournament and then in the Parade for Forth in Firestone. They plan on being more and more involved in the Tri-town communities as well with their own major event of Opening Day scheduled for Labor Day 2012.

THAT PLACE Inc. has now received individual donations from people in the area – Greg and June Small (Mead) and Rob and Michelle Valois (Dacono) who see the potential and believe in the mission of THAT PLACE. They have received a donation from a person out of state who sees the importance as well, Mark Nighman (Tennessee).

To date, the following companies have supported THAT PLACE Colorado, Inc. with sizeable donations/grants. West Elk Consulting, LLC (Platteville), Xilinx (Longmont, Co) in the amount of $1,000, Praxair Inc. (Connecticut) in the amount of $2,500 and most recently, OtterCares in the amount of $10,000.

Something very exciting about the companies that have made these donations is that we have met with people from them and are forming a working relationship with them. The first company to donate to us actually saw and believed our vision before anyone else. West Elk Consulting, LLC, a local IT Consulting Company, gave us the seed money necessary to cover fees associated with becoming an approved 501(c)(3) by the IRS standards.

Greg Small of West Elk Consulting, LLC is planning on teaching computer classes to the students at THAT PLACE! Another thing we are very excited about is that OtterBox will soon be moving to our area and their OtterCares Foundation (the charitable arm with the mission of Educating and Empowering Youth) has a curriculum which offers the opportunity for youth to experience

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Mindy Brooks of Xilinx put on a THAT PLACE t-shirt and marched along with some of her family in the Forth in Firestone Parade showing their enthusiastic support!

Mark Neu, husband to Callico Neu, founder and Executive Director or THAT PLACE, will be offering his expertise in Chemistry and Math at THAT PLACE and hopes to recruit some colleagues from Praxair (a company very big in Math and Science) to come and help make the learning fun! (Have you seen liquid Nitrogen used to make ice cream, or freeze a banana on the spot so that it breaks when you hit it on the counter?)

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Whenever data loss occurs, it is indicated by some these symptoms and utilize corrective measures to save y major signs which alert you that soon you are going to ex •Boot Failure: When you start your computer, it's s that are required to run the operating system are not av that might make your system unbootable, which include damaged file system, boot sector viruses and damaged sy •Strange System Sounds: If you hear any unusual sou such as clicking, scrapping, grinding and so on, it indica failure is about to occur. It could occur due to head crash motor damage and many alike. In such situations, you sho computer to prevent further damage. •Blank Screen on Startup: When your system sudd a blank screen in blue/gray/black color, it could be due structure corruption. In such cases, the logical disk failure •No Disk Access: When your system freezes, it might be access the drive. The situation might occur due to physical pro In all such cases, recovery is possible. Physical disk with the help of hard drive recovery professionals.

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Chartreuse? Yes why not? A visually empowering color, chartreuse is used for just about everything in the home these days - glassware, artwork, dishes, flooring, carpet, fabric, upholstery - you name it. We nominate it for an accent wall in any room.

By definition chartreuse is one of many colors between blue and green.

Origination tells us this color was so named because of its resemblance to the color of an aromatic liqueur made by the Carthusian Monks of the Grande Chartreuse Mountains near Grenoble France.

Variations of chartreuse range from yellow-green to green-yellow. Either way its the perfect color to pair with grays, blues, purples, oranges, white and black. One of our favorites is chartreuse and violet in darker shades such as Sherwin Williams SW 6557 Wood Violet accented by SW 6711 Parakeet, a beautiful combination found in nature all the time. Because they are cool colors and close on the color wheel they may need some warming up, either by accompanying them along with warm neutrals and/or using warm mid tone woods in your room.

Want a modern look? Try Sherwin Williams Frolic SW 6703 with SW Pure White SW 7005.

If you prefer to tone it down use Sherwin Williams Chartreuse SW 0073 along with a gray and tan such as SW 7016 Mindful Gray or SW 6086 Sand Dune or any other warm neutral.

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Firestone Police Department to Host Ice Cream Social for National Night Out

The Firestone Police Department will participate in the 29th Annual National Night Out on Aug. 7, 2012, by hosting an ice cream social from 6 to 8 p.m. at Firestone Town Hall, 151 Grant Ave. According to the official website for National Night Out at www. nationaltownwatch.org/ , the program is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime efforts; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police community partnerships; and send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.

Firestone residents are encouraged to join in the National Night Out activities at Town Hall, and bring their favorite ice cream topping to share with their neighbors. Safety handouts and Neighborhood Watch information will be available at the event, and residents are encouraged to speak with representatives from the Firestone Police Department and the Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District.

For more information about the National Night Out activities, contact Firestone Community Service Officer Michelle Powers at 303833-0811 or email at mpowers@ci.firestone.co.us.

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It has been a long time since I purchased meat from the grocery store. I used to trust that the product available there was safe, wholesome and fresh. In today’s world with the e-coli, listeria and freshness issues, I can safely say I don’t plan to buy meat anywhere except where I am sure that the animal is raised humanely, processed cleanly and has not been injected, dipped or washed with any kind of chemical that is supposed to keep me safe.

Producers are so concerned about spoilage and bacteria that they are Organic trying to poison us to keep us safe.

Case in point, just recently Hormone the FDA announced an approval to Free use viruses that eat bacteria as an anti-listeria agent! Listeria grows on meat product that is processed in unclean conditions. Why does the FDA allow these processing facilities to stay open? Instead of closing them down, they approved a virus “blend� can be sprayed directly on processed meat products such as cold cuts, hot dogs, etc. and is regarded as a “food additive�.

They claim that it is harmless to the consumer and most of these viruses reside in a human stomach anyway.

I happen to know that we don’t get sick from viruses we carry unless our immune system is compromised. Did the FDA think of that?

Calling this virus soup a food additive means the producer is not required to list it on the product label. Doesn’t it make you wonder what else they don’t list on the product label?

Another case in point, wine-making residue could extend shelf life and preserve avor in red meat. Well, maybe that isn’t so bad, but what is wrong with wanting fresh products and expecting that when products are no longer fresh, they will be pulled from the grocery store shelf?

Here at Rocky Plains Quality Meats we know exactly how our Buffalo, chicken, pork and lamb products are raised, processed and our freshness dates are real. You have a choice. Wouldn’t you rather be sure that what you eat is pure? Rocky Plains Quality Meats is as close as you can get to hunting it yourself!

For more information about any of our products, please visit our website www.rockyplains.com or see our ad here in the Consumer Report.

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How many times have you been tempted with bagels, doughnuts, or pastries at a business meeting or school functions? So many people bring “carb-ridden� treats to these functions because most people will readily eat them. Carbs are also a cheap way to feed the masses. Next time you are faced with these food choices, just sit back and take note of how different people are affected by these foods. About half an hour after eating these foods, some people will start to drag, while others will perk up. Your body can overreact to carbs making you hungry, crabby, and tired. That’s because some people have difficulty digesting carbs, while others process them efficiently. One of the differences is the varying levels of insulin, a hormone that signals your body to start absorbing glucose (sugar). Every time you eat refined carbs, which are a fast and easy source of glucose, your pancreas releases a rush of insulin. Some carbsensitive individuals pump out more insulin than others when they eat refined carbs including white bread, bagels, doughnuts, and pastries, etc.

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So many cultures include some type of vinegar or a fermented food with their meals. For example, a dish in Germany will include sauerkraut or a side dish of beans and vegetables soaked in vinegar. Besides being very tasty, fermented foods and vinegar assist in healthy digestion. Since many people do not include these food varieties on a daily basis, a good alternative is to drink a little apple cider vinegar (fermented apple cider) with water before meals.

In this article I’ll provide some background information about the digestive system and how this vinegar can help. Many people experience gas, bloating, or acid reflux (“heart burn”) and think that they have too much acid in their system. Quite the opposite is true, there is not enough acidity, such as hydrochloric acid in the stomach, and digestive enzymes to properly absorb, digest and assimilate food. The food then ferments or putrefies, which is what we typically feel coming up and burning our esophagus. This is generally true for people unless there is an ulcer present, in which case vinegar would not be appropriate.

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I hope this was a concise and informative article. If you would like to read more about apple cider vinegar and fermented foods, I’d like to recommend my favorite nutrition book by Paul Pitchford, “Healing with Whole Foods”.

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You know that you have an eternal soul, right? God made every human being a “living soul”, and you can read about the first man, Adam, in Genesis chapter 2. There you will see that when God breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, the man became a “living being” (soul). Matter of fact, we could truly say that our Heavenly Father is still the original ‘soul Man’.

So since we have a soul, or more properly, ARE a living soul, we ought to learn how to take care of this part of our being. The New Testament clarifies that we are ‘spirit and soul and body’ (see First Thessalonians 5:23). A simple way to understand the difference is this: your body is your body-the physical part of your being, the earthly residence (tent) in which you live. Your spirit and soul are a bit more challenging to describe, and even more difficult to distinguish. While they are alike in their nature and activities, Hebrews 4:12 suggests they can be distinguished. “Generally speaking, the spirit is the higher and the soul is the lower element. The spirit may be recognized as the life principle bestowed on man by God, and the soul as the resulting life constituted in the individual” (quoted from W.E.Vine’s Expository Dictionary of New Testament Words). Some suggest the sprit is the part of us that continues on after this life ends, either in Heaven with the Lord or in hell separated from God. The soul then would be your personality-that which makes you unique from all other human beings. Throughout the New Testament these two (spirit and soul) are used somewhat interchangeably, so the thought of ‘feeding your soul’ extends to your spirit as well.

How then is it done? What must we do who seek to get and keep our souls in excellent condition? The starting point is very clear-we MUST establish a personal relationship with God through His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. Apart from Him we can do nothing that will benefit us in eternity. To do this is both simple and difficult. Because it involves an act of our will, we must be willing to submit to God, and some find that a very challenging thing to do.

Start with reading the Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) in the New Testament, for that will give you a good overview of the life of the Son of God-the One who came to “seek and to save that which was lost”. It will be easy to fall in love with this Person when you see how He lived His life for others and then gave it up on the cross of Calvary.

Once you have bowed your heart to Jesus, the fun begins. Scripture teaches us that “faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ”. Continuing in a daily habit of Bible study will gain you much understanding of what 11078 Cimarron St., Ste. H our Lord requires of you in daily living (summed up Firestone, CO 80504 nicely in Micah 6:8 with the words “to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God.” Following through with that command of God will keep most of us busy the rest of our days, and Scripture is filled with more growing in faith and accepting the challenges life throws our way with much more success than than good ideas about how to conduct ourselves before God and with our fellow man. Commands and principles fill those who ‘go it alone.’

Meet the Lord personally, greet Him each day in the pages of Scripture and prayer, and find the pages of the greatest Book ever written, and stories abound fellowship and encouragement in a good church home, and you will do well my friend. Properly about people just like us who sought God and followed Him. Establishing a good reading habit in the Word of God will feeding your soul isn’t difficult when you realize that God puts His very Spirit in your spirit at be easier if you affiliate yourself with others seeking to do the the time of new birth, and so with His daily guidance and presence, our journey and our path is same. You need to find a good church home where you can made much clearer and certain. If you would like a free booklet on finding the Savior (called The share your life with other God-fearing men and women. The Lifechanger) just email me with your address at revspeaks@earthlink.net and I will happily send it activities of a healthy church will make your days more pleasant to you to jump start your journey with Jesus.

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Is your child ineligible for Kindergarten in the Public School system due to age restrictions? Let KidsLIFE help! As the Tri-Town area’s only Private School, we have the option of selecting students based upon their maturity and proficiency instead of being regulated by an arbitrary date. If you feel as though your child is ready to take the next step in their education, then give KidsLIFE a try. Our loving faculty, academically excellent curriculum, and family atmosphere will help prepare your child for a seamless transition from Pre-School to “Big-Kid” School. For more information contact Justena Royer, Program Director, at 303-815-2910 or visit LifeFrederick.org.

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LIFE Fellowship of Frederick is pleased to provide unique educational opportunities for Preschool and Kindergarten aged children in the Tri-Towns area. KidsLIFE Preschool is entering its third year of operation as the region’s only Private School and continues to expand with every passing year. New for 2012 is KIdsLIFE Kindergarten, a privateschool option designed to thoroughly equip your child for elementary school. It is not too late to enroll your child for fall of 2012. Come and see the facilities and meet the teachers at our Open House on Tuesday evening, August 14th from 6-7:30 PM. For more information contact Justena Royer, Program Director, at 303-815-2910 or visit LifeFrederick.org.

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There will be crafts, face painting, a scavenger hunt and sidewalk chalk drawing from 3 to 7 p.m. Music will play throughout the afternoon as families shop and participate in the Back to School activities. All your favorite vendors will be there, in addition to an expanded selection of kid-focused products! A sack race will take place in Crist Park starting at 4:30 p.m. For those daring enough, there will be a watermelon seed spitting contest at 5:30 p.m.

The celebration will be a great way to spend the afternoon with your family, enjoying the end of the summer. Come join us as we celebrate the end of the summer and the excitement of a new school year while picking up some late summer produce from your favorite vendors!

The Frederick Market runs from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., every Thursday from June to September, and is located at Crist Park in downtown Frederick, on the corner of Main St. and 5th St. For a complete list of vendors go to www.frederickco.gov/FrederickMarket. htm. For more information about the market, please contact Samantha Hiner at shiner@ frederickco.gov.

The moment has arrived. Your little baby has sprouted wings and is ready to leave the nest – at least for a few hours a day. Preschool looms on the horizon.

So how important is all of this? It turns out, very! Those crayons and pipe cleaners may look innocent enough, but how and where they’re introduced can have long-reaching ramifications.

According to the U.S. Department of Education, preschool plays a large role in later academic success. “Children in high quality preschools display better language, cognitive, and social skills than children who attended low quality programs.” They have longer attention spans, stronger social abilities, and better language and math skills well into their elementary school careers. In fact, 20 or 30 odd years after they’ve put down their wooden blocks and stepped away from the sand table, they’re still reaping the benefits – they’re more likely to graduate from high school, more likely to hold high paying jobs, even more likely to own their own home.

Creative Years Learning Center has offered high quality Infant, Toddler, Preschool and School-Age Programs for over 35 years and is now pleased to announce their new AM/PM/Full Day Preschool Sessions for the 2012/13 School Year.

Program Details: • AM Session 8:30-Noon • PM Session Noon-3:30 • Full Day Session 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM • $ 15 per day for ½ Day Sessions • $30 per day for Full Day Sessions • 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 day programs per week are available • Nutritious Hot Lunch Provided • Award-winning Social Development Curriculum • Zoo-Phonics Multisensory Language Arts Program • Highly-individualized Learning Plans to Enhance Kindergarten Readiness • Low Staff:Child Ratios • Extended Care is Available for Additional Charge For a full list of benefits and details regarding the New AM/PM Preschool Sessions visit www.creativeyears.org or call us at 303-833-9001. Creative Years Learning Center is located at 6501 Frederick Way, Frederick.

Distracted Drivers and School Zones Are a Deadly Combination.

What you should know to help your children stay safe as they walk As kids head back to school, Safe Kids’ new study “Characteristics of Distracted Drivers in School Zones: A National Report” reveals a scary truth: One out of every six drivers in school zones is distracted. With cell phones, email and text messaging being added to the list of more traditional distractions like eating and grooming, there are more ways than ever for drivers to become distracted – and potentially dangerous to children as they walk to and from school.

About 10 percent of drivers were caught using hand-held electronics—such as cell phones and PDA’s.

The Danger of Distracted Driving Recent studies have measured the driving skills of distracted drivers showing they perform as bad as or worse than drivers who are drunk. This is frightening for anyone on the road, but it’s a particularly dangerous situation when kids are added into the mix. Common Traits of Distracted Driving Seatbelt use. Drivers that don’t wear a seatbelt are 34 percent more likely to be distracted than drivers who are buckled up. As a driver, if you engage in one risky behavior – you are more likely to engage in multiple unsafe driving behaviors.

Time of day. Afternoon drivers are 22 percent more likely to be distracted than morning drivers. Throughout the year, one in three child pedestrian deaths occur between 3 and 7 p.m., making afternoons the most dangerous time for children to walk.

Gender. Female drivers are 21 percent more likely to be distracted than male drivers. Moms today have a million things on their to-do lists and too often women are multitasking behind the wheel. But that doesn’t mean male drivers are off the hook—their rate of distraction was still way too high.

Traffic volume. People driving on roads with a lot of traffic are 16 percent more likely to be distracted than those driving on roads with less traffic.

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Supervise children to make sure they get to the bus stop on time, stand away from the road, and avoid play near the road. Make sure clothing has no loose drawstrings and backpack straps are short, so they don't get caught in the handrail or bus door. If you think a bus stop is in a dangerous location, talk with your school office or transportation director about changing the location. The “Caution Zone� is an area 10 feet around the school bus. When the bus is loading, stay away from the caution zone and wait for the driver's signal before proceeding. Encourage safe school bus loading and unloading. Teach your child to ask the driver for help if he or she drops something near the bus. If a child stoops to pick up something, the driver cannot see them, creating a situation where they could be hit by the bus. A book bag or backpack helps keep loose items together.

Teach your child that when unloading, look before stepping off the bus to be sure no cars are passing on the shoulder (side of the road).

Move away from the bus, but stay in the bus driver’s line of sight.

Teach your child to take five "giant steps" out from the front of the bus before crossing the street, or until the driver's face can be seen.

Wait for the driver to signal that it is safe to cross. Teach your child to look left-right-left when coming to the edge of the bus to make sure traffic is stopped. Continue to watch for traffic when crossing.

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School Bus Stops: Why students are in danger

Millions of children in the United States ride safely to and from school on school buses each day. Although school buses are the safest way to get them to school, an average of 33 schoolage children die in school bus-related traffic crashes each year.

Most of those killed are pedestrians, five to seven years old. They are hit in the caution zone around the bus, usually by a passing vehicle.

It is illegal for a car to pass a bus when its red lights are ashing. In neighborhoods, near schools, and at bus stops, drivers need to take special care because children do not behave like adults. They can become easily distracted and may begin to cross the street without looking. They don’t understand the danger of moving vehicles, and they find it difficult to judge vehicle speed or distance. Most importantly, children expect vehicles to stop for them at the school bus stop.

Young children are most often hit because they hurry to get on or off the bus, act before they think, assume motorists will see them and will wait for them to cross, and they don’t always stay within the bus driver's sight.

Summer vacation is coming to an end at the Carbon Valley Recreation Center. The heat has kept the pool very busy with large groups coming in from Greeley, Thornton, and Longmont. The youth summer club has been booming with kids, averaging 20 kids per week. They are all enjoying the fun daily activities that have been planned. The SOS class for youth has also been very popular. I must say staff has been keeping kids safe, healthy, and involved.

Hunters Safety classes have been well attended this summer as well as the Babysitting Boot camp, the British Soccer camp had 62 participants, over 90 kids and adults enjoyed the Denver Nugget visit, and the first ever timed Tri-Town Trot held on 7/4 was a great success with 85 runners. The senior program has also been hopping and is enjoying the many, many trips that have been planned by staff.

CARA swim team, CARA gymnastics and CARA track are winding down their seasons, as well as girls softball and youth baseball. It just seems like yesterday when the games and meets started and now they are done.

Of course with the end of one season the next sports season starts. Youth football, cheerleading, volleyball, and soccer are in the process of registration. Adult softball and volleyball league registration is also in process so don’t be late to register for these fun activities.

The September through December Recreation Review is being worked on and should be sent out to everyone by the latter part of August. Once again the staff has come up with many new programs and activities so please take a look at it when you receive it. The District is going with a new computer program so please bear with us as the new system will go into effect on September 2nd. We are very pleased that some activities will give you the opportunity to register on-line.

Last but not least just a reminder that the Carbon Valley Park and Recreation District facilities will be closed from Saturday, August 25th through Monday, September 3rd for annual cleaning and repair.

If you have any questions on any of our fun events please don’t hesitate to contact the Carbon Valley Recreation Center at 303-8333660.

If you have any questions contact the Carbon Valley Recreation Center at 303-8333660 or visit 701 5th Street in Frederick or www.recdistrict.com.

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A Perfect Place 2 Play St. Vrain Ranch (303)833-4631 ď ’ All About the Little Ones Countryside (720)226-8844 Bloom! Montessori Preschool in Longmont (303)776-8173 ď ’ Bright Future Childcare Longview (303)702-0908 ď ’ Bugs & Flowers Daycare Stoneridge (970)388-6762 ď ’ Busy Bee Preschool Ridgecrest (303)833-5022 ď ’ Carbon Valley Child Care Carbon Valley Area (303)833-0398 ď ’ Country Kids Preschool Mead (970)535-4825 ď ’ Creative Kids Child Care Sweetgrass (303)464-0175 ď ’

Lisa Day Care Savannah (303)833-5646 ď ’ Little Critters Firestone (303)833-3282 ď ’ Lion’s Den Legacy Elementary (720)652-8169 Little Feet Childcare Frederick (720)532-2573 ď ’ Little Peeps & Co. Sharpe Farms (720)352-7522 Little People’s Place Fox Run (303)702-0057 ď ’ Little Wonders Daycare Idaho Creek (303)774-0874 ď ’ Marcy’s Daycare Old Frederick (303)833-3411 ď ’ Melissa’s Toddler Town Raspberry Hill (303)834-8420 ď ’

Messiah Lutheran School Creative Years Learning Ctr 1335 Francis St., Longmont Carbon Valley (303)776-3466 (303)833-9001 ď ’ Miss Amy’s Preschool Cynthia’s Child Care St. Vrain Ranch (303)564-5697 (303)833-4030 ď ’ Exploring Minds Academy Mommy Daycare Erie Booth Farms (303)828-3452 ď ’ (303)776-9484 ď ’ Frederick Day Care Peanut Gallery Child Care Country Side Firestone-Sagebrush 720.362.2644 ď ’ (303) 908-3303 ď ’ Frederick Discovery School Playhouse Day Care (303)679-1413 St. Vrain Ranch Future Footprints Daycare (303)833-3648 ď ’ Ridgecrest Robin’s Nest Family (303)833-5778 ď ’ Childcare Hand-N-Hand Daycare Firestone Tri-town area (303)833-4536 ď ’ (720)244-0963 ď ’ Robyn’s Nest Pre-school Heart & Hand Child Care Firestone - St. Vrain Ranch Platteville (303)833-3762 ď ’ (970)785-6138 ď ’ Sharon’s Daycare A Home Away from Home Ridgecrest Sagebrush (303)833-4529 ď ’ (303)833-3197 ď ’ Soaring Eagles Child Care Husky Club @ Centennial Prairie Ridge Elementary Elementary (720)494-3641 (720)652-8240 Tammy’s Daycare Imaginations at Work St. Vrain Ranch-Firestone Firestone (303)833-2791 ď ’ (303)833-6745 ď ’ Tatum’s Little Hands Johnson Family Daycare Ridgecrest Ridgecrest (303)345-3339 ď ’ (720)982-6228 ď ’ Teddys Kids Grandma Bea’s DayCare Oak Meadows Mead (303)651-3345 (970)535-0109 ď ’ The Little Crowe’s Nest Kids First Preschool Centex Country Side Booth Farms (303) 833-5253 (720)939-9954 ď ’ 3 Generations Home Daycare Kim Sanger’s Family Child Sagebrush Care, Erie (303) 833-4483 ď ’ (303)828-4620 ď ’ Wee Folks Childcare Knudsen Kidz LLC Ridgecrest Firestone (303)304-4509 ď ’ 720-939-2461 ď ’ Licensed Provider~If you provide Leaps of Knowledge Savannah (303)466-6999

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Please return items clean and sanitized. Call 303-8332739. Also if you have anything to donate, we accept it gladly! You can check out equipment at Senior Center Looking Ahead September~Cripple Creek {details to be Announced} Hawaii Cruise September 14 - 26 , 2012 Call 303-833-2739 for details on this great value and spectacular trip $2,100....includes everything ( ights, cruise, transfers, and even insurance) 3-Day Glenwood Train Trip Date: October 1st-3rd {Monday-Wednesday} Cost: $252/double occupancy $346/single occupancy Deadline: September 15th Enjoy the change of colors on the train to and from Glenwood Springs. You will have a full day to enjoy the sights as well as a pass to the Hot Springs Pool.

3-Day Chama-Antonito Train Trip Date: October 15th-17th{Monday-Wednesday} Cost: $225/double occupancy $285/single occupancy Deadline: Using our bus, stopping every 2 hours and lunch. Head to Alamosa for 2 nights stay. Dinner and free time on own. Next morning board bus to Antonito for train ride on the Cumbres-Toltec meandering into New Mexico . Stay in Alamosa. Go home the last day by say of the Sand Dunes, Fairplay, and Kenosha pass Branson Holiday’s Trip {December 2-8 2012} 7-days/ 6-nights {Sunday-Saturday} $605/ double occupancy Includes: Round trip Motor Coach ď‚&#x; 6 nights lodging {4 nights in Branson} ď‚&#x; 10 meals ď‚&#x; Admission to 7 great shows including the Jim Stafford, Tony Orlando, Hooray for Hollywood, The Brett Family and more.

Dinner/Peanut Butter Players {Lafayette} Date: August 10th {Friday} Time: 5pm departure / Cost: $12/member $17/non-member Deadline: August 3rd See talented children perform in the delightful stage play “Kiss me Kate.� Dinner at the Sweet Tomato prior to the show.

Molly Brown Summer House Tour Date: August 13th {Monday} Time: 9:30 am departure / 2pm return Cost: $29/member $34/non-member Deadline: August 6th See this 450 acre estate with one thousand orchard trees. Get the full history of Molly Brown. Lunch will be served at the house. Need to have at least 15 sign up for this trip.

Evening Patio BBQ Date: August 16th {Thursday} Time: 5-7 pm Cost: FREE for members (sign up at Senior Center) Themed~Luau.

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Pikes Peak Cog Date: August 23rd {Thursday} Time: 8:45 departure / 5pm return Cost: $27/member $35/non-member Deadline: Aug 20th Up the mountain {14,110 ft} we go viewing all the spectacular beauty our eyes can ponder. Bring a camera and your lunch or eat on top of the mountain. Note: Be aware of the altitude and consult your Doctor if necessary SilverSneakerÂŽ/Senior Juice and Coffee Bar @ Rec. Center Sponsored by Jim Lytton, Legal Shield Day: August 24th{Friday} Time: 8:00 - 11:00 am Cost: FREE Come and have a morning snack and juice or coffee before or after your workout. Meet some new people for good conversation! Periodically we will give a prize or two away. REMEMBER SilverSneakersÂŽ swipe your card at the front desk. *PLEASE make sure you swipe.

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June 30th {Saturday} Rosario’s in Dacono Veterans Coffee Hour Senior Center Contact Info This group meets every Friday at 9:30 am Stop at the Senior 6615 Frederick Way in Frederick Center for coffee and catch up on the latest news with other 303-833-2739 veterans. Its all about sharing! We will have a little coffee cake or sweet something to go along with the wake-up “black gold�

Volunteers are needed to answer Cancer Support phones Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, This caring and sharing group meets with those who and Friday from 11am-1 pm.~Signhave had or presently have cancer. Meets on the up if you can help. second Monday of every month from 11:00 am– 12:30 at the Prairie Greens Club House.

Grief Support August 1st This group is to assist in the Beef and green peppers, Orange chicken,, vegetable Lo Mein, grieving process. If you have lost Egg rolls, fried rice, dessert and tea catered by Wah Wok. a spouse, friend or loved one, August 8th consider joining this informal Beef tips over buttered noodles, veggie, rolls, California medley, discussion group. Bring a snack and lemon bars catered by The Bridge. All members monthly and we will provide the drinks. meeting after lunch Meets every second and fourth August 15th Friday 1:00– 2:30 pm at the Prairie Fried chicken, mashed potatoes & gravy, veggies, and fruit salad Greens Club House . catered by Pepper Jacks. Mountain Man and Nuts will be here.

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Faith-Based Screenwriting Competition Sees More Winners Go into Production

By Dan Wooding, Founder of ASSIST Ministries HOLLYWOOD, CA (ANS) -- More Hollywood producers and studios are flocking to the faith-based winners of the Annual $50,000 Kairos Prizes for Spiritually Uplifting Screenplays by Beginning and First-Time Screenwriters.

According to a news release from Movieguide®, the first Grand Prize winner, JOHN THE REVELATOR, was released in January 2011 on DVD as JOHNNY. Three more Kairos winners went into production recently, including TOUCHED (retitled A SEASON OF MIRACLES) by Rusty Whitener, A MATTER OF TIME by Christina Denton, and UNDER THE APPLE TREE, a romantic comedy with Christian values, by Matthew Hill and Landon Johnson.

Michael Trent, manager of the Kairos Prize competition, said three other winners are scheduled to go into production before the end of the year.

"This is a tremendous achievement," said Dr. Ted Baehr, co-founder of the competition and publisher of Movieguide®: The Family Guide to Movies and Entertainment. "It usually takes nine to 13 years on average for a script to be produced into a movie."

"God really seems to have His fingerprints on this competition," Trent added. "I'm excited to see what's coming next."

Supported by a grant from the John Templeton Foundation headquartered just outside Philadelphia, the Annual Kairos Prizes (now in their eighth year) reward the three best scripts that "greatly increase humanity's love or understanding of God." Prizes of $25,000, $15,000, and $10,000 are presented each year at the Annual Faith & Values Awards Gala and Report to the Entertainment Industry sponsored by Good News Communications, dba the Christian Film, & Television Commission® and Movieguide®.

The Grand Prize winner is now sent out to more than 80 top producers, studio executives, and filmmakers in Hollywood. Many of them want to read the two runners up.

In fact, Jeffrey Katzenberg, founder of DreamWorks Animation (SHREK and MADAGASCAR) praised the last two Grand Prize winners, BLUE WATER METAL and THE HALO THEORY, for their creativity and promise.

Dr. Ted Baehr has been teaching screenwriting for 30 years. Recently, he published his guide to writing, producing, and marketing inspiring movies, HOW TO SUCCEED IN HOLLYWOOD (WITHOUT LOSING YOUR SOUL).

His next four-day screenwriting workshop takes place June 27-30 in Southern California, followed by one in late August.

Entries for the Eighth Annual Kairos Prizes are now being accepted. An Early Bird Discount of $50 will be given to those who submit their script entries by Sept. 24, 2012. After that, the entry fee will be $80 until the final deadline of Nov. 2, 2012. Criteria for the prizes may be found on the Kairos Prize website at www.kairosprize. com.

The Kairos Prize winners will be announced on February 15, 2013 at the 21st Annual Faith & Values Awards Gala and Report to the Entertainment Industry in the Grand Ballroom at the Universal Hilton Hotel near Hollywood.

For more information on Dr. Baehr's regular screenwriting workshops and classes, please call 1-888248-6689 or visit www.movieguide.org.

Dr. Baehr is chairman of the Christian Film & Television Commission® (CFTVC) ministry and director of 40 303.651.16 its family guide to movies and entertainment, Movieguide® iecc.org www.prair (www.movieguide.org). CFTVC and Movieguide® are an international non-profit ministry, advocacy group, and watchdog dedicated to "redeeming the values of the entertainment industry by influencing industry executives and by informing and equipping the public about the influence of the entertainment media."

Each year at the Annual Faith & Values Awards Gala, Dr. Baehr presents highlights What do you get when you from Movieguide®'s Annual Report to the Entertainment Industry, which shows that combine a nationally recognized family-friendly, spiritually uplifting movies gospel music singer who is also with Christian, biblical values supporting one of the finest emcees in Gospel ethical monotheism make the most money at music, a home-schooled pianoplaying genius, a talented tenor, the box office and on DVD. "Great movies are great stories well told, and the great- grandson to one of the founding fathers of Blackwood Brothers Quartet? The Blackwood Legacy! have a positive worldview, and are morally or This Blackwood Legacy Quartet, comprised of Rick Price, Luke Yates, Daniel spiritually inspiring," Dr. Baehr noted.

He pointed out that the most successful Rivera and Daniel Childs, is one of the most successful and hardest-working gospel music movie of the year so far, Marvel's THE groups today. On tour more than 250 dates per year, this group truly demonstrates the love of God through their music, ministry and testimonies. This award-winning group will AVENGERS, fits all of these qualities, as did previous box office winners like TOY STORY be presenting a special concert on Friday, August 10, 7 pm, at the Abundant Life Church located at 4380 Highway 66 (3/10ths of a mile East of I-25 on Highway 66, east of the 3, LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RETURN Red Rooster restaurant. Admission is free and a free-will offering will be received.

OF THE KING, the SPIDER-MAN movies, Built on the legendary music of the Grammy and Dove award-winning Blackwood THE BLIND SIDE, MY BIG FAT GREEK Brothers Quartet, Rick Price and Chris Blackwood formed the Blackwood Legacy as a WEDDING, SHREK 2, and THE PASSION tribute to them. The Blackwood Legacy Quartet was signed in 2010 to Mansion Records, OF THE CHRIST. ASSIST News Service (ANS) - PO Box and has released its first album under the new label, with a second album scheduled for 609, Lake Forest, CA 92609-0609 USA, Visit release this year.

Inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame with the Blackwood Brothers, Price our web site at: www.assistnews.net has over 30 years of gospel music under his belt. Believing "the road to the future is paved with memories of the past," and recognizing the need to reach audiences of all ages, Price has gathered some of the finest musicians on the Gospel scene today. He is joined

by Luke Yates, a gifted pianist and vocalist originally from the Spokane Washington area, and Daniel Childs, the great-grandson to Blackwood Brothers’ founding father Roy Blackwood, and a well-known musician and singer in his own right. Our newest member is tenor singer Paul Secord, a powerful singer-songwriter, worship leader and musician.

The Abundant Life Church is located at 4380 Highway 66 (3/10ths of a mile East of I-25 on Highway 66, East of the Red Rooster restaurant). For more information about the concert, please call Keith at 303-772-2505. You can also visit the church website at www.ALCWworshipWarriors.org or Blackwood Legacy’s website at www.

TheBlackwoodLegacy.com or find them on Face book.

Area Churches Prairie Community Church Worship Service Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

(303)651-1640 www.prairiecc.org Coal Ridge M.S., 6201 Booth Dr, Firestone Pastor Brian Thompson Living Water Northgate Friday’s: Youth Group 7 pm Sunday’s: Bible College 8am Free Snacks at 9 am & Service 10am 303-668-1329 www.Livingwater.LA 7073 Colorado Blvd. (WCR 13) Frederick Pastor Steve Owings New Horizons Christian Church Worship 10:00 a.m. & Bible School 9:00a 303-833-3013 530 Cherry St., Dacono Pastor Rob Thomas Rinn United Methodist Church Worship 9:30a Sunday School 10:45a Cowboy Fellowship Weds. 7:00p 3783 WCR 20 & I-25 W., Frontage Rd. 303-776-1578 rinnumc@hotmail.com Rev. Barbara Johns-Schleicher Tri-Town Baptist Church Sun. School 9:00a Worship 10:00a & 5p Wed. King’s Kids 6:30 Bible Study 7:00 420 Johnson St. (Oak St.), Frederick 303-833-2826 www.tri-townbaptist.com Pastor Don Veazey First Baptist Church of Dacono Sun. School 10:00a Morning Service 11a Sun. Eve. 6p Wed. Prayer Meeting 6p 717 Dahlia St., Dacono, 303-833-2527 Pastor Samuel Sanchez Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church Sun. Worship 9:00 a.m.

Sun. School & Bible Study 10:30 a.m.

(303) 857-6827 www.mtcalvaryluth.org 650 S. Park Ave. Ft. Lupton Pastor Keith L. Besel Life Song Church of Erie Sun. School 9:15a Service 10:15a 303-828-1040 www.lifesongchurch.org 500 Briggs St., Erie

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Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church VBS~More

Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Ft. Lupton is celebrating our 75th anniversary with a special worship service on Sunday, August 19th at 9:00 am. Our guest preacher will be Pastor Charles Blanco (pastor at Mt. Calvary 1984-2001). We'll follow this with a time of sharing and a pig roast. All are invited to join us as we celebrate 75 years of "His faithfulness to all generations" (Psalm 100:5). Call 303-857-6827 or email office@ mtcalvaryluth.org for more information.

St. Columba Orthodox Church Anglican/ Western Rite Sunday Matins 8:30a, Divine Liturgy 9:30a 726 N 119th at Highway 7, Lafayette 720-208-6281 www.stcolumbachurch.org Fr. Les Bundy, Pastor

St. Scholastica Catholic Church Liturgy: Tuesday 6:00pm Saturday 3:00pm ; Sunday 9:00am 303-828-4221 or 303-833-2966 Main & Wells in Erie, CO Fr. Hernan Florez, Administrator

Pastor Brady Thornton Mead United Methodist Church Sunday Worship - 9:00am 511 Palmer Ave, Mead, (970)535-4249 Pastor Mark Heiss

Reverend Gary Sitton St. Brigit Episcopal Church Sunday Worship: 9:30am 110 Johnson St. Frederick 720-208-0280 www.stbrigit.org Pastor: Felicia SmithGraybeal

St. Luke Orthodox Church (Eastern Rite) 8:00 a.m. Orthros, 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy, Sun. School 11:15 a.m.

303 665-4013 (www.stlukeorthodox.org) 722 Austin Ave. Erie CO 80516 Fr. David Mustian, Pastor

Guardian Angels Catholic Church 15179 WCR 7 in Mead Liturgy: Mon. 5:30 pm Sat. 5:30 pm Sun. 9:00 & 10:30 am 970-535-0721 www.garcc.org Rev. Gregory Ames, Administrator

Living the Truth Ministries Bible believing Church; we want to grow with you.

Sunday 10 am and 6 pm Thursday 6 pm 545 Main St., Erie, CO (720)272-2026 Pastor Carl Gerdes

Northern Hills Christian Church Services & Sun. School at 9:09a & 10:44a Saturday Service at 5:05 p.m.

720-685-1717 www.NorthernHills.cc 5061 E. 160th Ave., Dacono/Brighton Pastor Thomas

LifeBridge Tri-Towns Grow 9:00 a.m.

Worship 10:00 a.m.

NEW Frederick High School 5690 Tipple Parkway in Frederick.

303-776-2927

Firestone Baptist Church Sunday School 9a Worship 10a 4040 Coriolos Way, Frederick (Carbon Valley Academy) www.firestonebaptist.com 303-736-9959 Pastor Jason Kokenzie

Frederick Foursquare Spanish Church Sunday Services 10:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m.

Wed. at 7:00 p.m. 720-933-7117 211 Dunmire St., Evanston, between Frederick and Firestone Pastor Laura Salazar

Pastor Drew Depler

Seventh Day Baptist Church Sabbath (Saturday) Worship 9:45 am Sabbath School 11:30 am 303-541-9097 www.sdbboulder.org 6710 Arapahoe Rd. Boulder pastorsteveo@gmail.com Pastor Steve Osborn Abundant Life Church Sunday Service & Sunday School 10:00a 970-535-0311 4380 Hwy. 66 (.3 mile east of I-25 on south) revspeaks@earthlink.net Pastor Jim Coleman St. Theresa Catholic Church 502 Walnut Street Mass: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 8:30am Saturday: 6:00pm Sunday: 10:30am and 12:30pm Espanol & 5:00pm Espanol (303) 833-2966 Fr. Hernan Florez, Pastor

www.lbcc.org/tri-towns

St. John Ev. Lutheran Church Sun. School & Bible Class - 9:00 a.m.

Sun. Worship - 10:00 a.m.

310 Byers Ave - Platteville (970)785-2021 Pastor Wm. Leerssen Calvary Bible Church Sunday Worship 10:30 am Erie High School-3150 WCR 5-Erie Student Ministry for Middle & High School 303-442-3484 www.calvarybible.com New Life in Christ Church Iglesia Nueva Vida en Cristo Sun Service 11:00/Servicio Domingo 11:00 a Tues. Bible Study 7:00 pm Martes Estudio Biblico 7:00 pm We are a bilingual church.

Somos una iglesia bilingue.

307 Salisbury Ave., Platteville, CO (303)833-2870 Pastor Jose V. Saenz L.I.F.E. Fellowship Sunday 9:15 a.m.

451 Oak St., Frederick (303)451-5433 www.lifefrederick.org

New Hope Fellowship/Erie Baptist Church Corner of Cheeseman & High, Erie Sunday service 10:00 am Children’s church 10:30 am (303) 828-0638 Pastor Dr. Mitch Gardner Messiahville Baptist 4700 CR 6 (east of I-25) Sunday School 9:45a Service 11a 720-253-5783 NoahsBiblePark.com Pastor Corey Seulean Pastor Moore La Iglesia Bautista Messiahville le ofrece un servicio Cristiano en Espanol todos los Lunes alas 7:00 p.m. La direccion es 4700 County Road 6 en Erie Transportacion gratis llame 303-669-5180 Erie United Methodist Church 604 Holbrook St, Erie (across Town Hall) Sunday School 9:30a.m. (for all ages) Worship 10:30 a.m. Nursery provided 303-828-3906 Pastor Jim Calhoun The Fort Foursquare Church Sunday Worship 11:00 AM 217 4th St., Dacono, CO 80514 thefortchurch@yahoo.com Pastor David Findley Saint Andrews Episcopal Church Worship 8am Sunday 204 Park Avenue Ft. Lupton 303-650-6170

Cowboy Christian Fellowship Wednesdays from 7-8 p.m.

Rinn UMC 3783 Weld Cty Rd 20 Frederick Sue-Marie or Galen at 3- 661-0841. or e-mail gasue303@msn.com.

Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church Summer Schedule: Sunday Services 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

640 Alpine St., Longmont, CO 80504 303-776-1789 www.coslongmont.org Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Highland Lake Ward Sacrament Meeting 1 p.m.

9029 Grand Mesa Avenue, Frederick Bishop Christopher LeBaron 970-535-4609 Rinn Valley Ward Sacrament Meeting 9 a.m.

9029 Grand Mesa Avenue, Frederick Bishop Paul Glover 303-702-7313 Saddleback Ward Sacrament Meeting 11 a.m.

9029 Grand Mesa Avenue, Frederick Bishop David Parker 303-833-2121 Carbon Valley Seventh-Day Adventist Church 418 8th St. #A, Dacono, CO 80514 Sabbath School 10:00 A.M. Saturday Worship Service 11:15 A.M. Pastor Frank Wilson 720-939-5472 www.carbonvalleysda.org

Rejoice Lutheran Church Sunday Worship: 8:00am and 10:30am Renovations are completed & we are worshipping at 3413 Lowell Lane, Erie.

303-828-3953 Pastor Ruby Narucki www.rejoicelutheran.net St. Dimitrie the New Orthodox Church Saturdays 6:00p Vespers, Bible Study Sun. 9:00a Matins;10:00a Divine Liturgy Sun. School 11:00a 6060 Puritan Lane, Frederick, CO 80516 303 460-7035; www.sfdimitrie.org Rev. Fr. Loan Bogdan Rocky Mountain Christian Church Frederick Campus Non-denominational Christian Sunday Worship 9 & 10:45 a.m.

5860 Majestic St (CR13 N. of Hwy 52), Frederick 303.652.2211 www.rmcc.org Lead Pastor Alan Ahlgrim Calvary Chapel of Longmont Sunday Service @ 09:30am Thursday Worship & Prayer @ 07:00pm 1801 Sunset Place Suite D in Longmont 303-870-1861 Pastor: Michael Patrick Grace Point Community Church Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Centennial Elementary School 10290 Neighbors Parkway Firestone 720-217-3407 www.go2gracepoint.com Pastor Tim Lyon If your church is in the Tri-Towns, Erie, or Mead—please e-mail information and we will be happy to list it here, free of charge, to ads@cvadz.com

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Since 1922 503 Terry St., Longmont (303)-776-4477

The Carbon Valley Regional Library is located at 7 Park Avenue, Firestone. For more information on any of the programs listed, visit www.MyLibrary.us or call 720-685-5100.

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Ahlberg Funeral Chapel

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Community Bible Study

SERVANTS OF GOD: Join us for this 30 week life changing study of the Old Testament books of Joshua, Judges, Ruth, and 1 & 2 Samuel. This Community Bible Study course covers the period from Joshua’s leadership through King David’s rule in Israel. Tuesday mornings from 9:15 – 11:15 am. Beginning September 11, 2012 thru May 7, 2013 we will meet for study and fellowship. The classes will be hosted by but not affiliated with Longs Peak United Methodist Church, 1421 Elmhurst Drive, Longmont.

Men, women of all ages are encouraged to attend. There will be loving nursery care for babies and a full program for children 12 months to 6 years for those who register. The Community Bible Study class follows the school calendar and will not meet when children are out of school for holidays and Spring Break.

Each week you will study the Bible at home and during class small group discussions will take place. Following the small group discussion, instruction on the same passage will be given.

Registration is $25.00 for adults and $10.00 for children.

Invite a friend!! For more information and to register contact Linda Parker 303-651-0950.

Elder Care

Full spectrum elderly care services, focused on the individual’s needs, provided by Denise Coe, Executive Director.

Clients benefit immensely from the 14 years of experience that Denise has. She offers tailored services to meet the needs of the special person in your life. Denise says, “My passion in life is to make a difference in our aging population by doing for them what they no longer can do for themselves.� Her clients include seniors with loving, attentive families and seniors who are struggling without familial support. She has established relationships with various professional communities throughout Boulder County. Denise Coe has earned the respect and trust necessary from various doctors in the fields of geriatric internal medicine, dentistry, education, and others. Besides companionship and client need management, she also offers transportation, errand, advocacy, bill paying, household, and yard care services. She maintains medical journals for accurate communication between client and doctors and family. Denise also trains caregivers and she helps to or applies for and submits Medicare/Medicaid and insurance paperwork. Her lasting relationships with the families make her a valuable asset and the demand for her services is constant. Call Denise for references and more information at 720.231.9382.

Carbon Valley Regional Library Happenings

ď Ź What Should I Read Now? – Do you have a favorite book and you’d love to find something else just like it? Join us as we learn the ins and outs of NoveList.

Learn to quickly identify similar authors, find series books in order, locate award winners, and more! Find out what an appeal factor is, and how you can identify yours.

You’ll never be at a loss for something to read again. Registration required. – 6 pm.

Wednesday, August 22.

"With care and concern, we have been serving Longmont, Boulder County, the Carbon Valley area and all other neighboring communities since 1922."

The Erie Community Library is located at 400 Powers Street, Erie. For more information on any of the programs listed, visit www.

MyLibrary.us or call 720-685-5200. ď Ź K-2 Kids Club: Bug Out – Join us for an hour of books, crafts and activities about bugs. Registration required. (Grades K-2) 4:00-5:00 pm. Tuesday, August 7. ď Ź Farmer’s Market Savvy – Learn about the local foods movement, local markets in and around Erie, how to shop on a budget, and using food stamps at the market. – 6:30 pm. Thursday, August 23.

ď Ź Saving Summer for Later: An Intro to Food Preservation –Discussion includes the different types of preserving food, pros and cons of each type, health concerns and precautions, and the resources and classes that are available. This is an informational presentation to help you determine whether food preservation is for you. – services‌did you used 6:30 pm. Thursday, August 30. to cut your Barbie’s hair, experiment on your friends or put make-up on your little brother. Perhaps cosmetology is the career choice for you? Just think; you can do bridal hair and make-up for the whole group or how about the updos for Prom‌learn it all and close to home! Check out the Beauty Institute and Spa and see what this school has to offer you. They have a variety of financial options available too. Check out www.beautyinstitutespa.com for more information and there is a form to fill out if you are ready!

The Cosmetology Program at Beauty Institute & Spa is committed to providing a thorough and engaging approach to all aspects of hair, nails, & skin. Whether you want to learn one area or all facets of the field, applying the knowledge and skills you learn at BIS, will assist you in developing a career in your chosen industry and prepare you for success!

The courses at BIS will supply you with the skills necessary to become a salon professional, skilled technician, knowledgeable consultant and open the doors to many opportunities that the beauty and fashion industry has to offer.

BIS is also a place for licensed professionals to receive continuing education. Current licensees can visit the website to sign up for upcoming events and learning opportunities.

B e a u t y Institute and Spa moved to 5073 Silver Peak Ave. #105 in Dacono from its long-time location in Littleton.

The Dacono facility is APPROVED and READY for students. BIS is now taking application for the Fall Nail Tech and Aesthetics programs. Have a career in less than 120 days. Small classes, reasonable payment plans, moderate tuition and education on all current products including Shellac, plus exible schedules which includes day and night programs as well as weekend hours.

Go to www.beautyinstitutespa.com or call 303797-7222.for more information.

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AUGUST 2 Frederick Farmers Market 3-7p Corner of 5th & Main 4 Carbon Valley Music Festival See Flyer page 3 5 Brandon Shaffer Meet & Greet See page 6 for details 7 29th Annual Nat'l Night Out Visit www.nationaltownwatch.org 9 Frederick Farmers Market 3-7p Corner of 5th & Main 11 Sean "The Muscle Shark" Sherk See page 3 for details 11

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16 Frederick Farmers Market 3-7p Corner of 5th & Main 17 Chamber's Annual Golf Classic Call 303.833.5933 20-22

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