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Anniversary Specials Abound At Daylight Donuts of Dacono
By Jan Sciacca
How does one become so well known in a community like Dacono that when one references “Linda or Linda Lou in Dacono,” nearly everyone knows who you mean? Take a few minutes to stop by and say hello to Linda Lou Allour who co-owns Daylight Donuts of Dacono with her husband Patrick, and you’ll know why her name is synonymous with “community friend”. Daylight Donuts began nationally 50 years ago when Tommy and Lucille Day wanted to create a new kind of donut mix – one with a distinctively light texture and flavor. That recipe became Daylight Donuts. Today, the worldwide network of independently owned retail outlets numbers 900 and is growing. Daylight Donuts was established in Dacono in 1984 when the Martinez brothers built the shopping center. The Allours bought it in October 2002. Patrick and Linda were searching for something to replace their roofing business and a business where they could work together. They believed that since Linda has a business Administration degree from Regis, the type of business they should purchase didn’t really matter. But they had both previously worked in a donut shop so Daylight Donuts seemed like the perfect fit. The Allour’s primary mission is to provide a quality product. But, they also love to be part of the surrounding
communities. They have been involved in and supported countless fundraisers and events over the past 12 yrs. The donut shop’s walls are adorned with numerous community honors and awards. Customers and friends drive to Daylight Donuts of Dacono from everywhere! Typically the client base is from the Tri-towns, Erie, Longmont, Mead, Hudson, and Ft. Lupton. However, it’s becoming more common to see customers making a special trip from Greeley and Boulder just for the donuts. The Allours have transformed the donut shop into “more” than just donuts. They carry 14 Blue Bell ice cream flavors, along with smoothies, cabbage burgers, biscuits & gravy and breakfast sandwiches. They have gluten free items, also. They even offer doggy donuts for beloved furry friends. The store is open every day until 9 pm. Customers who place special or large orders are encouraged to give the couple a day’s notice. Because they have a motto “No donut should go homeless!” they always try to find a home for any day old product. They donate to the Seniors, homeless shelters and local residents. Patrick and Linda have been married since 1996 and have one daughter, Danielle and two grandchildren, Tayler & Gary. Although Patrick and Linda work about 80 hours each week, Linda makes time to help care for her father who lives in Firestone. The couple has little extra time but they cherish cruising in their 1932 Durant when possible. The Daylight Donut team also includes long term employee Debbie Bobbett of Dacono. The Allours commend her by saying she is a joy to work with and customers love her. November 20 is the donut shop’s annual Anniversary Sale. Starting Nov 1, every time you visit the shop, enter to win a door prize, or one of 4 turkeys to be given away! The drawing is held November 20 (need not be present to win). The famous donut special is back
where one can purchase one dozen glazed donuts for $1.99 (limit 2 dozen). November also marks the limited offering of Linda’s strawberry/rhubarb or blueberry/rhubarb pies with her specialty cake donut crumb topping or a traditional top crust. The pies are $10.99 and are available Nov 1 – December 24. Pies need to be ordered one day in advance. Linda says, “Thank you, Communities, for your support. We love being part of the Carbon Valley. We continue to work hard to make a great donut, add variety to our menu and give back when we can.” She adds, “Every day presents many memorable moments. Making a special donut with a candle, getting invited to a 5 year-old’s birthday party, making friends with customers, the sadness when a customer passes away, customers come to show you their new baby, new puppy, help raise money for someone in need, laughing and joking on a daily basis with customers . . .the list is long,” The Allours are working on a website which will be available in early 2015 - DaylightDonutsofDacono.com. They encourage readers to “like” them on Facebook and to watch for more specials and news. Daylight Donuts of Dacono is located at 821 Carbondale Drive, Dacono and is open Mon – Sat, 5am – 9pm and Sun. 7am-9pm. The phone number is 303-833-2009 and an email contact (until the new website is done) is DaconoDaylight@aol.com.
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What’s On My Mind Kelly Martindale, Publisher
I Changed Like a Chameleon Some people know me as the “paper lady.” Others know I am their neighbor. Of course, family knows me, but there are those who REALLY know me and still love me without judgment and condemnation. I am thankful for the handful of people who allow me, to be me, and still care about me and love me and are there for me. It’s sad that some people never have even a few close, real, honest, loving relationships. Some people “fake it” every day of their lives. How do they rest? Where is their time of rejuvenation? Always having to make sure they put on the proper face for a particular person. How do they keep up the charade? How do they keep all the details straight? I used to be one of those people. I was like a chameleon. I changed in every situation. I had my “work” costume, my “church” costume, my “Friday nights” costume, my “mommy” costume, etc. etc. etc. It was exhausting. And I recognize that same exhaustion with some people I meet. What made me a chameleon? I didn’t know where I fit. I was different from other people. My first ten years of life were in a violent home. After my parents divorced I then became the caregiver to my siblings and we lived in a home with few boundaries and even less guidance. As a young adult, I was already a mom to two. By age 28, I had four children. By that time I was also divorced twice. I’d experienced abuse of nearly every form. To add to that, a month into my thirties my oldest daughter was killed and then a few years after that my oldest son died.
out the “real” me. And I liked who I was getting to know. Not everyone did though and that is okay. Over the years I’ve smoothed off some rough edges and thrown away some of the unbecoming attitudes while allowing other qualities to grow and express themselves more fully. And it feels good. I’m more alive. I feel free. I don’t live in fear of people rejecting me or leaving me anymore. I’m not saying I don’t get rejected or left, I just choose not to let it devastate me if someone does. I could never have accomplished any of this freedom on my own. While I did seek counsel and did have support of family and friends, each of those people came from their own pasts and opinions and “proper” training. I am only free, truly free from “my stuff” because of the grace of Jesus Christ and His truth that He loves me no matter what I have done. I am thankful and forever grateful that I believe in what the Bible says about me. You won’t find “Kelly” written anywhere in the Bible but from beginning to end, it tells the story of God’s creation of me, His plan for me, and over and over, His love for me. And you can find that same truth about you, if you will only look. You can have the same confidence that you will experience joy in your life, despite what has happened or is happening. The Bible says God loves ALL people and Christ died for ALL people. Try to believe and choose to trust. Jesus will help you. After all, He did the hard part, first.
I was different in most every way. I knew zero people who had experienced half of what I had. I didn’t fit in anywhere. I didn’t know who I was. My identity had changed drastically so many times. I was a confused, mixed up mess. Not to mention all the fallout that resulted from the abuse, trauma and tragedies. I’m not sure when I made the choice to throw off the past. I was tired of it and I was just, plain tired. I wanted a different future. I wanted change and I knew it would never happen unless I made the decision. And that is when life started changing for the better. Over the last five-ish years, I’ve been sorting it ALL out. While, in the past, I buried the pain and smiled through the tears, now I try to look “the stuff” straight in the eye. It’s scary but now I admit to it, try to own it and embrace it. I work at forgiving those who caused a lot of unnecessary sorrow and I seek forgiveness from those I’ve hurt in the process of life. Experiences such as mine, aren’t easily dismissed. They won’t just disappear. I’m learning that I must walk straight towards the pain and fear and ugly truths. Nothing will be resolved if I don’t. I have to remember the memories, re-feel the pain, PROCESS it, and CHOOSE to move beyond it. Only then, can I recover from the life leached from me in the past; in order to experience power, freedom and love in the present! It’s hard. Don’t get me wrong. I was scared. I was afraid to face my past and to become who I knew I was deep inside. But one day at a time, one person at a time, I tried
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Bits & Pieces of Carbon Valley lllley HOLIDAY FOOD BASKETS Reserve Yours Now!
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The Helping Hand Food Pantry is excited to offer 100 food baskets for those who need a little help this holiday season. We will be handing them out Tuesday, November 25th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.for Thanksgiving and Saturday, December 20th from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. for Christmas. Please call Stephanie @ 303-709-5218 to reserve your basket.
Donate to Thanksgiving Dinner in a Box
The Frederick Youth Commission needs your help to deliver all the fixings for a great Thanksgiving dinner to families in need throughout the Carbon Valley area! We’re accepting food donations (a list of items needed can be found on the town’s website) throughout the community including Frederick High School and Town Hall and are also asking for monetary donations to purchase perishable food items. If you know a family who could use some help this holiday season, nominate them to receive a box with an application form on our website or by emailing youthcommission@frederickco. gov. The deadline for nominating and donating is Friday November 14th.
Here Comes Santa “Cops” Nov. 8 American Legion Auxiliary 15th Annual Santa Cops Fundraiser
It is that time of year again to start thinking about the Christmas season. The American Legion Auxiliary will host their 15th Annual Santa Cops Fundraiser and Toy Drive. The event is the second Saturday of November, or November 8, 2014. The fun evening kicks off with a live auction at 3:00 P.M. There will be food and fun for the entire day and live music. This is for a very worthy cause and one that we collaborate with the local police departments to assure that those less fortunate may have a happy holiday season. As always, donations are always welcome, whether it be cash, goods for auction, or volunteering of your time. At the American Legion Post #1985 at 870 1st Street in Firestone, CO 80520. $5.00 Cover or A Gift for a Child. This is open to the public and we welcome you! For more information, contact: JoAnn Kidd @ 303-667-8745 or Donna Lane @ 303-833-4172 or American Legion @303-833-3878. Please see flyer in this publication.
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A new post-cancer support group called “Survive to Thrive” is beginning at 7 pm, Thursday, November 6, at the Rocky Mountain Christian Church - Frederick Campus, 5860 Majestic St., Frederick. If you’re a cancer survivor and would like to attend the weekly group, please contact Cris Crisfield at ccrisfield@ rmccc.org to sign up.
Longmont Elks Lodge 1055 Annual Craft Fair will be on Saturday November 1st from 9 am- 3pm. at 306 Coffman St. Longmont, CO. 80501. Phone 303-263-4717. All items are Handmade. Lunch will be available 11:301:00. Proceeds benefit our Drug Awareness Program.
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gift card drawing! Thank you to all those who entered the drawing at the Miner’s Day booth of Cindy Campbell with RE/ MAX Alliance. And thank you to the town of Frederick for a great event! Cindy Campbell, provider of real estate services to home buyers and sellers in the tri-town area, can be reached at 303-881-7413 or Cindy@ColoradoWelcomeHome.com.
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Vol. 15, Issue 11
Do Consumers Have ANY Power About Their Power? From Frederick Mayor Frederick’s Electricity
To my neighbors, friends and community members in Frederick, I want to thank everyone who came to our Open House to learn about the Town’s exploration of expanding our existing electrical utility and sharing your questions and viewpoints with us. For those of you who were not able to attend and for those who did attend, I would like to emphasize some key points about the steps we are taking to thoroughly evaluate the expansion. As a resident of this community since 1992, I have seen a lot of growth and change in Frederick. Like many of you, I moved here because this community is a great place to live and raise a family. Today, as your Mayor, your neighbor and a fellow resident, I want to share with you why I think the Town expanding our existing electric utility to cover the entire Town is a benefit to our community. I know that some of you have expressed concerns with the rhetoric coming from United Power, so let me share with you some of the things we do know for sure. The Town Board has directed staff to look into acquiring the rest of the electric utility within the Town of Frederick which is currently in United Power’s service area. There are some in the community who feel this should have been shared through our newsletter and other communication channels, and to those people I would like to apologize that didn’t happen. As we’ve done with other major community projects, we believe in gathering all of the facts before communicating so that we can communicate correctly and completely. Regardless of what United Power would have you believe, we are still in the investigation phase of this project and therefore don’t have any exact information to share in terms of what we would be acquiring or what this would cost to acquire or when we would be acquiring it.
We are currently conducting an inventory jointly with United Power. Once that inventory is completed, we will each have the opportunity to get a third-party appraiser to assign a value to the inventory. Then, negotiations could begin with United Power to set a purchase price. It’s at that point that we would know enough to give the community a better understanding of what and when before the Board makes a decision about whether or not to move forward. What I can tell you right now is the WHY. In November 2012, United Power terminated an agreement for the operations and maintenance (O&M) of the original town boundary that was made in 2003 and automatically renewed for an additional ten years unless terminated. As a result of this termination, we put out a Request for Proposals for O&M as well as power supply. We ended up choosing Ward Electric for O&M and United Power for power supply. United Power was charging the Town $600,000 for O&M before costs of supplies, equipment, etc. This year, the town has spent less than half of that with Ward Electric. This is because as part of United Power, we are helping pay for O&M for their entire customer base, some of which lives in remote rural areas and therefore more expensive to power. Additionally, we have heard from some residents within our service area that they have received quicker and more personalized service since we have switched to Ward Electric. With such a large discrepancy in costs of service, we believe we are obligated to the residents of this Town, regardless of the original boundary, to look into whether or not we can save each and every one of you money with your electric utility and provide better service at the same time. That is what we are doing now. Nothing is set in stone, a decision has yet to be made and will only be made once we have all of the facts and the input of our fellow residents. As a Board, we have the duty to you - the fellow residents who elected us to represent your interests – to explore every opportunity to maintain the quality of life we enjoy here in Frederick. If you want to meet with me over coffee to talk more about this, you’re welcome to email me at tcarey@frederickco.gov. We also have more information about available at our website www.frederickco.gov/electric. Tony Carey, Mayor, Town of Frederick
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Area Mayor’s Report—For those of us who do not attend meetings FREDERICK MAYOR, TONY CAREY
z With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I want to Tony Carey express my gratitude for the town we love to live in. I am thankful that we have an active community who is willing to take part in their government and setting a direction for the community. Thanks to each and every person who took time out of their schedule to come to our Open House about the town’s exploration to expand the electrical
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z Dacono is in full budget mode evaluating capital improvement projects and establishing priorities for 2015. Annually, our list continues to expand as our community grows.
FIRESTONE MAYOR, PAUL SORENSEN
z This time of year we are being bombarded by Christmas merchandising, Black Friday events and the over commercialization of our holiday season. I want, I need, I just Paul Sorensen have to have….. ENOUGH already. I want to focus on the aspects of our community that have a tendency to be taken for granted or overlooked during this time that traditionally is a time to give thanks. z First I want to thank God for His love and grace, my family and friends for their support, and for our Firestone community and the people who make a difference in our daily lives. z I am thankful to our first responders who give our community the feeling of security and peace of mind. The FrederickFirestone Fire Protection District is comprised of some of the most professional, dedicated and caring individuals I have ever meet.
utility. In our conversations there and throughout the summer at the Community BBQ Tour and National Night Out neighborhood watch gatherings, I am grateful that we are able to express our various viewpoints freely and respectfully. z Communication has been a hallmark of this Board with the continuation of our monthly newsletter and the addition of the Community BBQ Tour, Coffee Talk with the Trustees, a weekly email newsletter, social media outlets such as facebook and twitter and my monthly column to you in the Consumer Report. We also have an updated website that allows for more accessible two-way communication in the form of newsletters to be signed up for and a way to put in request our questions through our new Submit a Request function. I encourage you to use these tools to stay connected to the Town who is serving you as well as your neighbors and wider community. z We are also thankful that CDOT has approved the final repair of Aggregate Blvd (CR 7). Construction was scheduled to begin at the end of last month and should be finished by the end of
November, weather permitting. We are continuing to move through the approval processes for Godding Hollow Pkwy (CR 18) and Bella Rosa Pkwy (CR 20) as well as looking into other possible funding sources that might be available for these repairs. I know it’s frustrating to not have these projects completed yet but keep in mind that we are in a queue with all of the other communities throughout the state that have flood-related projects to be completed. I encourage you to use one of the town’s more timely news sources like the weekly email newsletter or the facebook and twitter pages to get the most up to date information about these projects as we know more. z As the holiday season approaches, take time to enjoy the company of your neighbors at the treelighting on Saturday December 6th at 6 p.m. You can check out more information about the treelighting on the town’s website, www.frederickco.gov. z Thank you again for contributing to our community, Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.
The City’s public hearing for the 2015 City budget is on November 24. z Mark your calendar for Saturday, December 6 and be sure to attend the annual Carbon Valley Holiday Festival. This one day event kicks off the holiday season with a variety of activities in the towns of Frederick, Firestone and the City of Dacono. Our event will begin at 4:30 p.m. with crafts, a magician, free holiday ornaments and refreshments, and a visit from Santa Claus. We will officially light our holiday tree at 5:30 p.m. As always, we will be collecting non-perishable donations for the local food banks. This year, the event returns to Dacono City Hall providing much needed space, parking, and convenient amenities. Hope to see you there!
z Finally, the City of Dacono is seeking residents to serve on various boards and commissions. Serving on a city board or commission is a great way to become an active member in our community and be a part of local government in action. No experience is necessary! Take a look at our city website for details and deadlines. z Wishing you and your family all the simple pleasures and little joys that make a holiday happy. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
The Firestone Police Department is always looking out for our community’s safety and their professionalism while enforcing our ordinances is greatly appreciated. This year’s Carbon Valley Santa Cops program is a great example of how our officers and community go above and beyond the call of duty and give out gifts of joy to so many children within our community. Thank you! z Some people tell me that serving on the Town board is a thankless job. To some it may seem that way, but from my perspective I am blessed and thankful for all the members of our past and present Board of Trustees and their countless hours of commitment and caring about our community. Where we are today and where we will be in the future is due to the vision of a select few that benefits all. Thank You! z Our Community in Motion would not be moving at all if not for all the hard working and committed Town staff. Starting with our Town Manager and continuing throughout the entire organization I am thankful for the additional value that each and every person contributes to enhance our community. Thank You! z Serving our community on a board or commission is also vital to the current and future of our community. Our Planning and Zoning Commission members are a tremendously talented group who do much of the heavy lifting for the Board of Trustees. Their thorough review of plans and detail-orientated recommendations on projects that come before the Town Board is notably valued. The Parks, Trails and Recreation Advisory Board work on a vision for
our growing community’s recreation assets that include blazing new trails, lights on the ball fields, playground equipment, a future disc golf course, volleyball nets and more. The Cultural Committee works on bringing fun and exciting events that focus on art and music. Last, but certainly not least, is our Finance Committee. Their spreadsheet reviews of all our revenues and spending keeps our spending transparent and ensures we do not stray off course on our finances. To all of these talented, community-orientated individuals, I am extremely appreciative for the many hours and personal sacrifices you make to improve our community. Thank You! z The needs of our community are met by a wide variety of nonprofit organizations, businesses and individuals. This list is too long for this letter to mention them all, but to all of those who volunteer time, financial resources and talents to better our community, I thank you. z Our society today has a tendency to downplay accepting thanks. Many of us help others without the need for recognition or thanks. But when someone appreciates an effort and wants to recognize that effort with a heartfelt “thanks for the help,” the tendency today is to respond back with “no problem.” I would contend a more honest and sincere answer to the “thank you” is simply say “you’re welcome!” z If you have any comments, concerns or wisdom to share please contact me by emailing psorensen@firestoneco.gov.
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It’s Time To Educate Yourselves Now From United Power From an Educated Consumer Is Town of Frederick Buying the Electric System?
Now’s the Time to Ask Questions.
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Earlier this year United Power was contacted by the Town of Frederick and informed that they are interested in acquiring our electric system facilities (which state statute allows) in the areas that they have annexed into the town in recent years. For those citizens of Frederick who are also members of United Power, we think it’s important that you have an opportunity to learn more about this process, and have an opportunity to ask the questions about how this purchase will be handled. Here are some of the questions that Town Trustees should be providing answers for you: • What is the anticipated cost of acquiring the system? • As a member of United Power, I am already invested into the system serving my home. Why would I want to pay for this infrastructure again? • Will the Town be able to provide all the services that United Power does? Like rebates, integration of new energy sources, and advanced technology solutions for enhanced services. • How will the cost of this purchase be handled by the Town and what will the impact be on the rates we pay for electricity? • Has the Town performed a business case analysis regarding the proposed purchase? What are the costs and benefits of the proposed acquisition? • Where will the money come from to finance this purchase? • What services, facilities and community enhancements will we have to forego in order to finance this purchase? Could the financing that may be required for this acquisition be used instead to improve our recreation facilities, to repair or maintain roads and bridges, or to enhance public safety? United Power has provided electric service in this territory for more than 75 years, and we have a strong track record of reliable service and economical rates. Cooperatives are committed to our owner-members, and we want to make certain that any decision that affects our members puts their concerns at the forefront. United Power has been actively communicating with our cooperative members who would be affected by this purchase, and we are encouraging our members to ask questions about how this purchase would be handled. In addition to direct mailings to our members in the affected area, we have established a special website to provide our members with information about this purchase. Please sign up to receive email updates, learn more about this purchase and submit your questions or comments to United Power at www. MyPowerMyCo-op.com.
I wrote two earlier letters that were published in the February and May issues of the CVCR regarding the Town of Frederick’s intent to take over the New Town electrical distribution system from the United Power electrical cooperative. New Town is the name given to the approximately two-thirds of the Frederick system that is outside the original part of Frederick where the town already owns the distribution system. In my May letter, I stated that I had learned from some Town trustees that no actual decision had yet been made by the board to acquire the New Town system; they were simply investigating buying it. Based on this, I ended that letter by urging all Frederick residents to join me in asking our town board to keep us fully apprised of the progress of the study and, when complete, to make the results available to all residents for perusal and comment before any action was taken, and, in any event, for the board to put the final decision to the vote of the residents. In early September, along with other New Town United Power members, I learned that this acquisition process was continuing to roll along with still no public mention of it by the Town Board. United Power notified its New Town members that a first step in the process required a comprehensive inventory of the electric system in New Town which they had contracted to have done. They were simply alerting us that their contractor, over the next several weeks, would be inspecting United Power owned equipment, including meters and other electrical devices that might be located in backyards and behind private fences. Apparently, at least in part, due to questions from members receiving this notification about what was going on, United Power then followed up with two open letters to its New Town members with more explanation of what was occurring. The most disturbing thing in those open letters was United Power’s estimate that it will cost Frederick 35 million dollars or more to acquire the New Town system. Frederick officials have dismissed this estimate as a “scare tactic.” However, United Power has pointed out that Colorado State Statutes outline a clear formula to determine the amount that a municipality must pay to a cooperative electric association for their service rights and facilities. Based on power usage, the New Town system is about 5% of the size of the distribution system owned by Xcel that the city of Boulder has been talking about acquiring. That system, depending on who you believe, Boulder or Xcel, is valued at 2 to 3 hundred million dollars or more, which would seem to put the
New Town system at about 10 to 15 million. But, when you consider that, on average, the New Town system is much newer than the Boulder system, 20 million is not an unlikely estimate for the distribution system hardware alone. The statutes also require a municipality when taking over service from a cooperative to pay the cooperative twenty-five percent of the revenue received from the acquired customers for ten years after the takeover. That item, based on current revenue numbers, comes to another 15 million dollars. That adds up to 35 million without even considering the other requirements of the statutes. So, United Power’s 35 million dollar estimate does not appear to be a “scare tactic;” if anything, it looks low. All of the information provided in those open letters can be viewed at http://mypowermyco-op.com/, a website United Power set up to keep members informed about this issue. Additionally, on October 18th, United Power CEO Ron Asche, along with the three United Power Board members from our district, met in an open meeting with concerned New Town members at the Brew at Deja lu, a Carbon Valley coffee house on Colorado Blvd. next to the Dairy Queen. Mr. Ashe and the United Power Board members addressed questions about this deal, I believe as directly and honestly as possible, for almost two hours. The Town of Frederick finally addressed the issue in an open meeting conducted by the Town Manager and the Mayor at the Carbon Valley Recreation Center on Monday October 20th. The Longmont paper reported quite comprehensively on that meeting, http://www.timescall. com/News/ci_26766703/Frederick-residents-skepticalangry-over-earlystage-play-to-buy-United-Power-out. The Times-Call reported that the most common complaint besides the cost, was why this potentially $35 million idea has not been put to a vote and that several questioners called for the Mayor to promise to put the issue to a vote before it was decided on, a call he said he couldn’t make for the Board. Since the Mayor said he couldn’t commit to a vote for the Board, I am encouraged that one of the Trustees has agreed to ask the Board to consider such a vote at the next Board meeting. This should enable us to see where each Board member stands. I urge all Frederick residents to continue to stay involved in order to ensure the Board does not commit us to something, without our express consent in a Town wide vote that is likely to increase our utility bills, and very easily could increase our taxes and lower our property values. Carl Brady, Frederick
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By Jan Sciacca Last month’s article about Frontiere Natural Meats of Longmont generated lots of phone calls to the business which sells organic beef and chicken and all natural bison, Angus, elk and pork. Unfortunately, we inadvertently failed to list the store’s address. They are located at 476 17th Ave., Longmont, which is 1/2 block east of Main St. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused our readers or the business. The phone number at the business is 720.204.6813 and their website is www.frontierenaturalmeats.com, just click on Longmont Location.
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Popular Amy’s Closet Changes Ownership By Jan Sciacca
The popular and trendy consignment shop Amy’s Closet at 8196 Colorado Blvd, #N4, has two new owners – Shana Stevens and Jamie Gaston. The duo who are Firestone residents, have shared a 22 year friendship and have always wanted to do something enterprising together. The purchase took place in October. They plan to grow the business and possibly open a kids’ consignment segment. Holly Kennedy and Lavina Vohlken, local residents who worked at Amy’s Closet before the ownership change, remain with the company.
Fabulous, quality deals are found at Amy Closet. Shana says “We have items for women from 13113 who love to shop and find great deals.” She continued by saying they serve women of northern Colorado. Based on the number of likes and visits to their Facebook page and their website page, I’d say that’s an understatement. They seem to know how to use technology to peak the shopper’s interest. In addition to the quality women’s designer clothing, shoes, purses and jewelry that are offered, Shana and Jamie are promoting special “Ladies Night’s Out” where women can gather after hours with friends to shop and have fun. Shana is married to Sam and has 3 children. A recent milestone for her is that she completed a ½ marathon in May. Her hobbies outside the business are sports, scrapbooking and her family. Jamie is married to Heath and has two children. She and her husband celebrated their 7th anniversary by ziplining on the Isle of Roatan in Honduras. Shana and Jamie are appreciative of the support they have received from the community. They were blessed with beautiful flowers on their first day of business. They are amazed with the new people they meet every day and love the feel of contributing to the community. Amy’s Closet is open Tuesday-Saturday 10-7 and Sundays 104. They are closed on Monday. Shana and Jamie can be reached at 303.736.2186, on Facebook at Amys Closet and on their website Amyscloset.net.
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After finding a buyer, make sure you make it to closing by avoiding these five traps: #1: Ignoring contingencies If your contract requires you to do something before the sale, do it. If the buyers make the sale contingent on certain repairs, don’t do cheap patch-jobs and expect the buyers not to notice the fixes weren’t done properly. #2: Not fixing things that break The last thing any seller needs is for the buyers to notice on the pre-closing walk-through that the home isn’t in the same condition as when they made their offer. When things fall apart in a home about to be purchased, sellers must make the repairs. If the furnace fails, get a professional to fix it, and inform the buyers that the work was done. When you fail to maintain the home, the buyers may lose confidence in the condition of the home and back out of the sale. #3: Getting lax about deadlines Treat deadlines as untouchable. If you have 3 days to accept or reject the home inspection, make your decision within 3 days. If you’re selling, move out a few days early, so you can turn over the keys at closing. #4: Refusing to negotiate any further Once you’ve negotiated a price, it’s natural to calculate how much you’ll walk away with from the closing table. However, problems uncovered during inspections will have to be fixed. The appraisal may come in at a price below what the buyers offered to pay. Be prepared to negotiate with the buyers over these bottomline-influencing issues. #5: Hiding liens from buyers Did you neglect to mention that there’s a tax lien on your home or you owe 6 months of HOA fees? The title search is going to turn up any liens filed on your house. To sell your house, the lien must be paid off. If you can do that with the sales proceeds, great. If not, the sale isn’t going to close. (Source: HouseLogic) Cindy Campbell with RE/MAX Alliance has been a REALTOR ® in the tri-town area for 8 years and a tri-town resident for 17 years. She can be reached at 303-881-7413 or Cindy@ ColoradoWelcomeHome.com.
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Nextera Healthcare Appoints CEO Executive leadership team grows by three
Nextera Healthcare, a privately owned and operated health care organization and Colorado’s first direct primary care membership program, added Julie Krommenhoek, Brad Davis and Sarah Kelly (from top to bottom) to its executive leadership team. Krommenhoek joins Nextera Healthcare as CEO, charged with fulfilling its mission of creating a meaningful patient experience and achieving national leadership in direct primary care. She brings nearly 20 years of health care and business leadership to her role as CEO, including extensive experience in medical research, pharmaceutical and medical device sales, business development, strategic planning, clinical operations, training and compliance. Prior to joining Nextera Healthcare, Krommenhoek served in various leadership roles with such esteemed organizations as Paladina Health, a wholly owned subsidiary of DaVita HealthCare Partners, BristolMyers Squibb and Endo Pharmaceuticals. Krommenhoek holds a bachelor’s degree in business economics and physics with a minor in medical economics from the University of Wisconsin. She continued her medical education in pursuit of a dual degree in both medicine and research (MD-PhD) from Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. She ultimately decided against residency training to embark on a career in medical research before venturing into the medical sales and business management side of health care. As CEO of Nextera Healthcare, Krommenhoek is responsible for virtually all facets of business and clinical operations, strategic planning, compliance, marketing and communications. “In the short time Julie has been with Nextera Healthcare, she has proven to be an invaluable asset committed to enhancing and expanding our service offerings and capabilities,” commented David Tusek, MD, a boardcertified family medicine physician and co-founder of Nextera
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Primers ensure adequate adhesion between your paint and the substrate upon which you are painting. They can improve the appearance of the painted topcoat. Formulated to adhere to just about anything, primer that is applied properly to a clean, dry surface becomes a surface to which paint will stick. Painting over a previously painted surface rarely requires primer unless the original color is a highly saturated color to be covered by a light color, in which a third coat of paint can be applied. That being said, new technology in painting has produced numerous paints that provide superior coverage and we find most paints cover well in one to two coats. When is primer necessary? When painting bare wood - Raw wood is a difficult substrate for paint to adhere. An oil based primer is ideal but takes longer to dry. There are many fast drying latex based primers available. Over new drywall and/or mud/joint compound - All new drywall should be primed with a drywall primer, which is not the same as paint. Even if you have only covered nail pops or repaired a patch, those areas need to be primed. Primer seals the substrate and creates a strong bond between drywall and paint. There are high build primers designed to even out imperfections in drywall, which may help but often don’t supply an adequate seal. Covering stains - Stains from water damage, crayons or markers, grease, smoke damage, etc can bleed through paint and may need a stainblocking primer before a topcoat of paint. Slick surfaces - Some plastics, vinyls, tile, metals and masonry may need a specific bonding primer. In most cases a good all purpose primer is adequate. Primer and paint have different properties, but the new self priming paints that are out do contain some of the same binding materials and work well in most residential painting. For more information please call Tim Zaerr at Blue Parrot Painting at 303.678.8442 or visit www.blueparrotpainting.com.
By Jan Sciacca Saturday, October 18 started as a chilly day but the temperature warmed by leaps and bounds to a beautiful autumn day, which was perfect for Abigail (Abby) Renner and Kenneth Robert (Bob) Renner’s grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting ceremony of their new real estate agency RE/MAX Nexus. Firestone Mayor Paul Sorenson and Carbon Valley Chamber of Commerce Board Members and Ambassadors were present to welcome Firestone’s newest family-operated business. The supply of pumpkins for clients and well-wishers seemed to be endless. Country Radio station 97.90 was broadcasting live and tent awnings protected tables of refreshments. It was a remarkable site to hold - watching one of the RE/MAX hot air balloons, one of six in the RE/MAX fleet and a member of the largest balloon fleet in the world, being inflated adjacent to the I-25 frontage road. Not only has RE/MAX Nexus landed, but the Renners and their team have landed in Firestone, another sign that our I-25 Corridor communities are recognized as a vibrant area. Abigail (Abby) Renner and her father Kenneth Robert (Bob) Renner are partners of Renner Group LLC dba RE/MAX Nexus. Both Abby and Bob are active agents working with RE/MAX Nexus. Bob Renner has been a licensed Realtor in the state of Colorado since 1983 and has been a RE/MAX agent since 1995. Abby has been a licensed Realtor in the state of Colorado since 2002 and has been a RE/ MAX agent since 2005. In 2008 Abby graduated from the University of Phoenix with a bachelor’s degree in business finance. Prior to obtaining a real estate license Abby worked in several unlicensed real estate positions such as marketing director and real estate assistant. Additionally, she has had extensive experience with market research for radio and television. Abby is an active community volunteer, having served the past three years as President of Loveland’s Habitat for Humanity and has served as a board member since 2008. She loves “doing life” with her husband Kyle Schwartz and enjoys their four pygmy fainting goats. Bob has enjoyed an extensive career in Northern Colorado real estate and has become an expert on land, ranch and water sales. Bobs career began around 1983 working throughout Colorado. He understands Colorado agricultural land use and enjoys meeting land and ranch owners. Bob has gained extensive information regarding water rights and land division and has worked with many sellers to help them split large parcels of land. As a father and daughter real estate team, Abby and Bob began working together in 2005. Since the inception of the ownership entity of the Renner Group LLC, both Abby and Bob have worked diligently to provide excellent and extensive real estate assistance to over 200 clients. They operate with a “Client First” philosophy, which requires them to continually improve their skills and ways of doing business. The philosophy and use of technology has also been responsible for them extending the range of the services they provide to clients. Abby says that the local market is doing extremely well, as is northern Colorado in general. Single family home sales are up 56.52% over sales in 2013. The average sale in the Firestone area in August was $323,500 with a large New Construction marketplace spurring activity. The average buyers are young families from age 38-47 with typically one head of household who commutes out of the area for work. A shortage of listings in the general Northern Colorado market has shown to have created a steady buyer demand in 2014 which has shown to cause the inching up home values over the past twelve months. RE/MAX Nexus is currently seeking additional quality-service oriented real estate agents to serve, grow and sell within the I-25 Corridor Communities. The firm is located at 11409 Business Park Circle, Suite 130 Firestone, CO 80504 and can be reached at 970.295.4760. Their website is NexusforSale.com.
Make Your Seasonal Job A Permanent One!
Even in this highly competitive market, you can stand out from your seasonal co-workers by asserting yourself as the best contender to be kept on staff permanently. Here are some ways to convince employers they just can’t live without you. • Let your manager know from the start that you’re available and looking for permanent work. Remind them of this goal periodically so they will keep you in mind once a permanent position becomes available. • Show up every day on time. Sounds like common sense to most adults, but a seasonal employee’s days are limited, so watch your attendance! • Be flexible with your scheduling and be available for other shifts or overtime when asked. Sure, you’d rather skip working longer days or taking on a shift on Christmas day, but this is your opportunity to demonstrate you are a team player willing to do what it takes to help the company succeed. Once you’ve demonstrated a strong work ethic and they know you’re willing to cover shifts often, you may be the first person they call in the future. • Put forth your best effort all the time. Show initiative by doing something before being asked to do it. Treat your seasonal job as you would any other job--you’re being paid to work, not just go through the motions. If you consistently work hard, it will stand out. For more help, visit the Job Zone at the Carbon Valley Regional Library Tuesdays, 1:00-2:30pm, or make an appointment with a librarian by calling 720-685-5100.
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Santa Cops, a program that provides toys and warm winter clothing for children who may not otherwise have a gift under the tree, is accepting nominations for families until Nov. 14, 2014 and donations until Nov. 26. There are four ways to get involved with Santa Cops: z Nominate a Family - If you’re aware of a family in need, please contact the police department for a nomination form. Nominations can be taken until Nov. 14. z Give a Gift - Purchase and give an unwrapped child’s gift. Purchase toys or clothing for children ranging in age from 0 to16 years and drop them off to any local police department no later than Nov. 26. Remember to leave it unwrapped so the police departments can assign it to the correct child. z Hand Deliver or Mail a Donation - Drop by any local police department during regular business hours to make a contribution by cash or check. You may also contribute by mailing a check to the Town of Firestone, Town of Frederick or City of Dacono (checks only please, do not mail cash). z Sponsor a Specific Family - Contact your local police department for more details on families needing a sponsor. z Other items needed for Santa Cops are hats, gloves, scarves and personal care items as well as items for wrapping gifts such as paper, tape, ribbons/bows and stick-on name labels. z Wrapping gifts for Firestone will take place on Dec. 13 at 9 a.m. at Firestone Town Hall, 151 Grant Ave. If you are interested in volunteering to help wrap gifts or have any other questions about Santa Cops, please contact Beverly Medina of the Firestone Police Department at 303-8330811 or bmedina@firestoneco.gov, Pam Henderson of the Frederick Police Department at 720382-5700 or phenderson@frederickco.gov, and Lyndsey Steele of Dacono Police Department at 303-833-3095 ext. 160 or lsteele@cityofdacono.com. Santa Cops relies heavily on donations and corporate sponsors. The organizers appreciate the participation and generosity of Carbon Valley residents and business owners who make this program successful.
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Encana Oil & Gas coordinated a Trench Rescue Training with Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District and Mountain View Fire Rescue on October 14 at one of its locations in the Town of Frederick. While the objective of the drill was to rescue two individuals who were injured when a ditch caved in, one of the main goals of the training is to ensure the ongoing, wellcoordinated response efforts between Encana and local CALL TODAY! emergency responders. The two fire agencies & Encana worked together to rescue the victims from the ditch with success. The rescue took 2 hours from the time that the first responders received the call from Encana. “Today’s trench rescue drill was a great opportunity for local emergency responders to evaluate our rescue processes and performance in a real time scenario Call for FREE quote! while collaborating with EnCana’s employees and their Emergency Response Unit. As we should do on every www.wardslandscape.com training, we are critical of ourselves to identify areas email: office@sjwardlandscape.com that we can improve, but overall the trench rescue drill was a success, and we thank EnCana for the opportunity, and we are looking forward to future trainings,” said Doug Prunk, Division Chief of Life Safety of FrederickThe First Annual Killer-Z racquetball tournament presented by Zadel Realty will be held Nov. 13th Firestone F.P.D. Danny Knutson, Manager of Field Safety at Encana Oil for A level players and Nov. 20th for B level players. Both tourneys run three days at the Carbon Valley Recreation Center located at 701 Fifth St. Pool play begins at 5 p.m. the first day of each tournament. & Gas, said, “We are constantly working with local agencies Semifinals and championship rounds start at 1 p.m. Sundays. The fee is $25. For more information or to on training scenarios so that we are prepared in the event of an actual emergency. Having a working relationship with register visit the Carbon Valley Rec Center, 701 Fifth St., or at recdistrict.com. our first responders is crucial in the event that we need to work together and so that things can run smoothly.” Another way that Encana has assisted fire crews is by building a mobile emergency center that is available to use during large scale incidents such as the September Floods. This center is fully equipped with cameras, computers, a speakerphone, Polycom hard hats, and all other technology needs to increase communication and organization at an incident.
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On 10-25-2014, the Erie Police Department was notified of a burglary / theft from the Smiling Moose Deli located at 3336 Arapahoe Rd. The burglary occurred sometime between 8:25 pm on 10-25-2014 and 7:30 am on 10-26-2014. The suspect(s) gained entry into the building without force and stole approximately $973.00 in cash from a locked safe. The safe was opened without force. It is unknown at this time if this incident was employee related and the case is currently under investigation. A person of interest has been identified. This is a good reminder to frequently change locks, lock codes, alarm codes, and safe combinations so only the persons you want having access to your building and safe have them. If you have any information related to this incident or have a business in this area with external cameras which may have captured a view of Smiling Moose, or the parking lot nearby, please contact Corporal A. Haddox at ahaddox@erieco.gov or 303-926-2800. Please reference case number 14-3037.
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Real Estate Market Update
The ever changing real estate market is now a tale of two markets in the Carbon Valley Area. In the lower price ranges, say up to $225,000 we are still in a strong Seller’s market, even considering the season. What this means is that there are more Buyers than there are homes available, therefore the Sellers are at more of an advantage. Buyers still need to be ready to go (pre-qualified or pre-approved for a loan) and ready to make a decision when the right house comes on the market, as they may be faced with a multiple offer situation. Sellers, however must still be realistic in the market so that a potential sale will survive the inspection and appraisal process. In the higher price range, above $300,000 we have a unique, likely short term situation. Over the past few months, there have been a substantial number of new homes built, more than the market could absorb. That has caused a bit of an oversupply of homes and thus a slight Buyer’s market. In that price range, Buyers have many choices of both new and resale homes and thus have a little more negotiating power than they did earlier in the year, or have in the lower price ranges. Interest rates are still at or near their lows of decades. While qualifying has tightened up over the past few years, you can still reasonably get a home loan. The process is tighter, meaning everything get verified and scrutinized (seeming endlessly), so you have to be patient. What does this all mean? Right now, there is a window of opportunity to take advantage of moving up within the Carbon Valley Area. If you have a home to sell in the lower price range, you have the advantage, and if you are moving up in price range, you currently may have a slight advantage. Of course, this is an overall view and each property is unique, so having a knowledgeable Realtor guide you in the process is critical in assessing exactly where you are in the market. Greg Zadel CRB, CRS, GRI, Zadel Realty, 8110 WCR 13 S-4 Firestone, CO 80504, 303-833-3012, greg@zadelrealty.com, www.zadelrealty.com
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Exciting Things Are Happening In Historic Firestone
By Betty Heath zzNEW LIGHTS for Historic Firestone: Old lighting to be replaced with new LED lights? This is the topic of conversation scheduled for Tuesday, November 11, 6:30 p.m. at The Brew@DeJa Lu. The Historic Firestone Coalition encourages all residents of Historic Firestone to attend this important meeting when Bill Meier of United Power Company will discuss new lighting for us. This new proposed lighting is estimated to save $35,000 per year. Mark your calendars and be there for this important meeting. zzAfter working for one year to get mitigation done for the 5th street residents, it has finally reached the work order stage. Plans have been approved by both the town and property owners for construction of a berm and swale along the east side behind the homes on 5th Street from Jackson Avenue to Berwick. Thanks to all who have worked diligently to get this done for those citizens who live on 5th Street. They suffered heavy losses during the flood of September, 2013. zz Historic Firestone Coalition is gearing up for its first ANNUAL TOUR OF LIGHTS for the upcoming Holiday Season. It is open to ALL residents of Historic Firestone. zz The theme is: THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT...Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. Decorations will be judged on Creativity, Originality, and Visibility (from the street). Judging will take place on Saturday, December 13. Judges have been selected from local business leaders, so get busy making your plans to decorate your home and show your Holiday Spirit. Additional information will be posted on the Historic Firestone Coalition Facebook page in the coming days and weeks, so check us out to see what’s happening.
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We Give Thanks!
"You are my God, and I will praise you; you are my God and I will exalt you. Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever." Psalm 118:28-29 NIV
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Exercising Mistakes Most Will Make
muscle at a time does not expend enough energy to maximize your calorie/fat burn or stimulate enough muscle Do you exercise regularly, but no matter how much you work out fibers to build lean muscle. or eat healthy foods, your body isn’t changing like you want it to and Solution: To build lean should be? muscle while burning fat, you The number one reason why it’s difficult to get rid of and keep off need to perform exercises excess fat is because of a slow metabolism. Your metabolism works for that expend more energy and you around the clock to attempt to keep your body functioning at optimal stimulate as many muscle levels. So by increasing your metabolism, you’ll tell your body to burn groups as possible, all at the more fat, which is what you want it to do. Increasing your metabolism same time. will take some work, but with consistency and dedication, you can do it. Problem: Lengthy Below are some common exercising problems, with a solution to Cardio- You do need to do each, that will help you avoid staying stuck in your fitness goals and cardio if you want to lose ways to increase your metabolism. weight and burn fat, but the Problem: Using Work Out Machines - When using most workout amount of time doing long machines in the gym or in your home, you’ll usually only move in one periods of cardio is where the plane of motion and one muscle group at a time. They also restrict your problem lies. If you’ve been full range of motion, can cause excessive strain on your joints, and alter doing an hour on the treadmill without any change in intensity (either the way your body naturally moves. This limits your ability to fully by speed and incline), you’ll most likely wear yourself out over time, activate your muscles fibers, which means less muscle definition and be bored, and have a higher chance of sore joints from the repetitive less calorie/fat burning. movement you did for so long. Solution: Incorporate full-body exercises and ones that allow your Solution: Your body will respond better to quality over quantity. body to move naturally through a full range of motion. These types of You can really improve your cardio results by doing interval training exercises are found in High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and Circuit where you can do a full-body workout in half the time, have less stress Training, which will dramatically accelerate your results. These are the on your joints, and get twice the calorie/fat burn. exercises I use with my clients in fitness group and in their personal Problem: Repeating Workouts - Your body will adapt to different training sessions so they get the maximum calorie/fat burn, which equals movements quickly, so that’s when you usually hit a plateau and stop faster and better results. making progress. Problem: Isolated Exercises - An example would be standing and Solution: If you want to keep making progress and see changes in only doing one movement like a bicep curl with weights. Using one your body, you’ve got to switch up your workout routine. So there you have it, the most effective way to increase your metabolism is by doing short bursts of high intensity interval training. If you need help getting started or if you’ve 303.587.1509 | 720.301.3325 | binghamlawn@gmail.com hit a plateau in your workout, I’m here to help you get the results you’re looking for. Contact Tracy Rewerts, NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist at TimeForChangePersonalTraining.com or call 303-828-2856.
River cruising is hot. There’s a river cruise for every taste, style and budget. With nearly a dozen new river boats being built, it’s no doubt that river cruising is the latest trend. Statistics indicate that most river cruise passengers have already taken an ocean cruise and they are ready to move inland, who want to see European cities up-close and personal. What are the advantages of a European river cruise? While cruise ships only touch the edges of continents, river boats take you to the very heart of magnificent cities and ancient towns. Quietly glide past hillside vineyards, medieval castles and historic monuments. Disembark and walk right into town for a lunch at a local café or experience that local beer or wine. Pack light. Not just for the airline requirements but for convenience. There are no formal nights. Men need only a collared shirt and sport coat. Women can leave their long dresses and high heels at home. Attire is country club casual even at dinner. Acknowledge your physical limitations. Cobblestone streets, Local, dependable, Schedule walkways and stairs can be a bit tricky affordable, services or call to navigate. Europe doesn’t subscribe to licensed & insured for estimate the Americans with Disabilities Act. Pace yourself accordingly. Some of the river boats do not have elevators, so make sure the boat you choose has one if you need one. Alternatively, once ashore, many river cruises lines offer an easy-paced walking or bus tour option. Wine and dine. Unlike cruise ships, river boats have “open seating.” Stroll into the dining room for a leisurely buffet breakfast and some made to order specialties. Lunch is fairly relaxed, too, as it is mainly buffet-style dining. Dinner times can vary based on the timing of the shore excursions, so check your daily planner. Some cruise lines offer wine and beer with lunch and dinner. Cash is king. Make a list of the countries you will visit and find a local bank that will order your foreign currency. Mainly, you’ll need Euros. Of course, the boat’s front desk will also exchange currency, but there are some limitations. Tipping at the end of your cruise is expected to be in Euros. Weather. If you travel on the rivers in the spring or fall, there will certainly be a variance in temperatures and precipitation. Bring that light rain gear and a folding umbrella. If you must carry belongings, a tote bag is suggested. Stop and smell the roses. At least once on your river cruise, get up and outside just before sunrise. A fog-like mist rises from the river, birds slowly begin to chirp and the river looks like liquid silver. It’s a not-to-be-missed experience. Arrive early and/or stay late. Investigate your options and try to include a few extra days on land to fully appreciate the cities along the paths of the great rivers of Europe. Look for our announcement on the River Cruise we are planning for next fall on the Danube. Contact Judy Bakanec at Going Places Travel at 303-4859930 or judy@goingplaces-travel.com
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As of October 14, investigators have completed their investigation on the fire that occurred at 3163 Lowell Lane in Weld County on October 8, 2014. The cause of the fire will be listed as undetermined. Investigators believe that the fire was ignited by a gas leak in the premises. However, how the gas leak started is inconclusive. Two private insurance investigators working on this incident state that the total estimated loss from this fire is over $5 million. Please visit www.mvfpd.org or www.northmetrofire.org to view the original news release on this incident. Mountain View Fire Rescue would like to thank all the organizations that worked collaboratively on this incident including North Metro Fire District, Lafayette Fire, Brighton Fire, Frederick Firestone Fire Protection District, Broomfield Police Department and Weld County Sheriff Office.
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Coming Attractions at the Carbon Valley Park and Recreation District
The Carbon Valley Park and Recreation District, serving the Carbon Valley areas of Dacono, Firestone and Frederick, Colorado, will be hosting three events for your family to enjoy this November. Bring the entire family to the annual Turkey Shoot on Nov 14th, 4:30 pm -6:00 pm. Take a chance to win a turkey for your Thanksgiving dinner. Shoot the most free throws in your age division and walk away with you holiday gobbler. Each entry allows you 10 attempts from the designated free throw line of the appropriate age division. Bring in a canned good to donate to the Weld County Food Bank and receive and extra 5 shots. Turkeys provided by Onorato Garage. Cost is $3.00 and you can preregister at www.recdistrict.com. The 11th Annual Health and Craft Expo is sure be fun for the entire family. Will be held at the Rec Center on Nov 22nd, 8:00 am-
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You’re Not a Sheep Hunter until You
A Father & Daughter’s By Sara Brandenburg and Rod Brandenburg (in green)
Azerbaijan
In just three weeks my life changed. I grew an appreciation for home, especially the things I take for granted, like running water. As I packed my suitcase and threw in my last pieces of Sitka Gear, I realized it was going to be an eventful three weeks, equipped with scarves to show my respect to the Muslim cultures, which dominated the countries I was visiting. After what seemed like eternity in the air, I planted my size six feet on the soil of some of the most forgotten countries, the first being Azerbaijan. The hidden faces stared at my exposed, pale skin, round eyes, and of course camouflage luggage. However, when I met the men who would have my life in their hands for a week, I suddenly felt at ease. These people know the mountains more than I know my home. According to our friend Butch Kuflak, this hunt defines the mark of a true sheep hunter. The southern C a u c u s e s Mountains: very steep, very rough, and very rocky. Not the place one should take his daughter hunting; Sara Rose, however, isn’t your typical daughter. She embraces the difficulty of the hunt and does so with a smile most of the time. The smile was replaced with legitimate fear as she dangled off a cliff. A rope was used to lower her down a cliff so she could stalk a huge Dagestan Tur. Our adventure began in late July of 2014. Shikar Safaris organized our Azerbaijan-Mongolia adventure and met us in Istanbul, Turkey. From Istanbul, we flew to the very modern city of Baku, Azerbaijan; from Baku we had a seven hour drive to Sheki on the northern border of Azerbaijan. The mountain range we would hunt separates Azerbaijan from southern Russia. According to our guides, the Russians fervently guard this border. Our real adventure began the following day as we piled into an antique Russian military jeep to drive to the base of the mountain. With their irrigation boots on, we piled into a Russian Jeep, along with twine, wire, and gallon sized bottles holding the fluids and parts together. As I clung to the handle, I poked my head out the window and gazed at the unforgiving mountains outside, and wondered what I got myself into. I made the mistake of asking my guide, Şendoğan (pronounced “Shawn-do-juan”), what tur hunting would be like, what was to be expected; with a little childlike grin, Şendoğan’s face said it all-without any words and just a beaming grin, I knew this would be tough. I was on the adventure of a lifetime. Hunters like Butch Kuflak, one of the most well-known sheep hunters in the world said, “You are not a sheep hunter until you’ve been on a tur hunt. It is one of the hardest hunts there are.” After hearing this, I knew just what I was getting myself into. We bounced along the river bed, fluids spilling out of the hood, the worn face and wise eyes glancing in the shattered rear view to meet my smile every now and then. Although we communicated through hand gestures, and not through actual talking, I have never felt so comfortable. These people live in the mountains; their only clock is sunrise and sundown. They have to prove themselves each and every day. Waking up to black tea and walking miles was a part of their daily life. I felt honored to be welcomed into it with open arms. The jeep rolled across boulders the size of my body until we reached the river; the bald tires finally had had enough, and forced us to horseback to get up the mountains. The horses were some of the smallest I have ever ridden, yet despite their size, they were the strongest I have Rod & Sara ever been on. Battling the flies and the rugged terrain, we made below left it to base camp. Even at 10,000 feet it was difficult to breathe. As my gaze followed the ridgeline, I knew my lungs were in for it as we would be climbing four thousand feet more.
Our interpreter/guide Şendoğan, the lead guide Serdar, Sara and I held on for dear life as Sadhar navigated the jeep up the river bed. We had to leave our passports with the authorities at the mouth of the canyon heading to our hunting area. A fort was built on the southern edge of this hunting preserve that guards access to the area. At least 20 uniformed soldiers scrutinized our papers and licenses as we entered the hunting area. They had never seen a woman, a beautiful young charmer like Sara going hunting for Tur before. Şendoğan assured them that despite her 110 pound stature, Sara was used to the rigorsdifficulties of mountain hunting and had the Grand Slam pictures to prove it. They were mystified at the weight and caliber of her sheep rifle too; the Kimber mountain rifle chambered in .260. After an hour in the hot Azerbaijan sun, we continued our bumpy ascent up the mountain. Serdar drove that jeep through boulder fields that I would never have driven my own truck through. The terrain reminded me of the glacier river beds of New Zealand. There really wasn’t a road per se because the river channel changes course with every big rain storm. Serdar methodically weaved his way upstream. We drove as far as we could then horse backed to their lower hunting camp for the evening. From the lower camp we spent the last hours of daylight spotting Tur on the 14,000 ft. mountain tops. It was on these mountain tops we would hike to tomorrow. A five thousand foot plus jump in elevation. As I watched the blood drip down my walking stick from my hand that had been sliced open by the sharp shale, blisters formed on my feet, sweat glistened on my forehead, and tears fell down my sunburned face, I realized this was the hardest hunt I had ever been on. I kept telling myself, “Take three steps and rest.” The miles passed by as my legs grew more and more exhausted. Six hours later, we made it to the top of the mountain as my guides excitedly motioned me to the edge of the cliff. They pointed down the mountain and motioned me to follow. As I crept down the mountain, my guide told me to leave my walking stick, climb on his back and hang on tight in areas that were too dangerous for me to crawl on. In other areas it was too dangerous for me to be on my guide’s back and I had to brave it alone, with the comfort of a rope tied around my waist--just in case I fell. I winced around every rock, praying it would not take me down the mountain as they crumbled under my worn boots. My hands trembled and my body became hesitant on every step. I knew if I made one wrong step, I would fall to my death. Seeing the fear in my eyes, my guides backtracked and held my hands through the cliffs. This not only gave me the confidence I needed to get through the cliffs, but also the speed we needed to reach the tur before they moved. I wiped the tears from my eyes, thanked the sweet Lord for getting me to the majestic animals in one piece, and steadied my .260 on the jagged cliffs. Just 120 yards away was my tur, who was in a group of five. This tur dwarfed all the others, he was more mature, judging by the way he stood, his horns swept over his head and down his back. The others followed him, it was evident he was the leader, more importantly, the oldest of the herd. These animals are unlike any other I have hunted. The way they carry themselves through the most dangerous terrain, claiming dominance and making the cliffs appear to be flat with the grace they walk through them. The men who risked their lives to protect mine gently said, “Make it count girl!” I placed my finger on the trigger and gently squeezed off, knowing I had to make this shot count, otherwise they might leave me here for the eagles! “Thawack!” I knew I had just taken, and very much earned, this incredible animal, as I heard my shot echo through the mountains. The herd turned the corner and down mine went, tumbling even further. The men who saw my tears through the steps finally had their own, as they hugged me with surprise! You know it’s a dangerous hunt when your guides have to tie a rope around your waist and hold your hand up and down the cliffs. I became one of the guys as I followed these nine amazing men around the beautiful and ever so dangerous Azerbaijan Mountains. “Thank you Lord, for guiding my steps and listening to my prayers as I spoke to you every step of the way, praying that I would make it. I’m alive and have a tur DOWN!!!!” Not only had we conquered the mountains, we all built a bond of trust, which we all had to maintain to reap the rewards. Tur hunting is a hunt in and of itself, you put your body to the test, examining every step you take, heart beating so fast it echoes throughout your body beaming through your ears to the rhythm of sweat pouring down. I know now I am a true sheep hunter. The Azerbaijan guides, packers, and cooks are as kind and helpful as a hunting crew could possibly be. Azerbaijan is a secular Muslim country for which I had pre-game concerns as the hunt was planned. However, these people put our safety and well-being well ahead of their own and over the next several days we had a grand time. They were especially fond of Sara’s shooting and her ability to climb like a Tur. She was the first woman hunter they had been around. The days are long and hot during the first part of August. We hiked from the lower camp to their upper camp; set up our tents ate lunch, and then set forth on a long steep hike to the ridge top. Six hours later we made it to the ridge top. Serdar had a group of rams spotted. Their plan was to have Serdar, Şendoğan, and Sara put a stalk on this group while the remaining guides and I worked our way to a location where the Tur should exit once Sara started shooting. There was a huge ram in the bunch. Reluctantly, I agreed, Sara and company headed north, my group south, and the wait began. According to Serdar, there were many rams there that they could not see and once Sara Rose shot hers, the rest should move well within range. I don’t like to separate from my little champ. In the past she’s missed some shots due to bad advice, wrong yardage ranging, and poor rests. We are quite the lethal team and, she’s my little buddy if anything happened to her... well, I wouldn’t forgive myself, and neither could my wife. The hours slowly passed in the cold wind. We were not far from the Caspian Sea. Kemal, one of the guides came bouncing down the mountain explaining that Sara shot the big one. An hour later, she, Serdar, Şendoğan, and two packers materialized out of the fog. Sara ran up to me and with tears in her eyes explained, “I’ve never been so scared in my life.” She went on to explain how her guides tied a rope around her and lowered her down the face of a cliff so they could then begin their stalk. “There I was, dangling off in space wondering what I’m doing here and where is my Dad?” I could tell she was scared alright; she had the same look of concern when we were in Alaska, and the Yukon, but we didn’t use ropes! The hunters stalked within 132 yards. Sara made a perfect one shot kill, of course the Tur rolled a long way down the mountain, but she got a cranker, a 13 year old, 39” monarch of the mountain. The following day we did the same climb, but ventured north to a place they’d never
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s Journey Together taken hunters before. The guides, packers, and hunters were exhausted from the day before but we had to keep hiking in that hot sun to a spot that usually held Tur. We had run out of water hours ago. The only stream in the area was several miles below us. Sure enough Serdar found a small herd of rams. We cautiously got within range. The range was 437 yards but with the steep downhill angle I aimed a little low with my trusty .270 and fired. The Nosler Partition did its job, but the Tur had to make a run for it, straight downhill. Two days, two Tur. We logged over fifteen miles this day. We were hot, extremely dehydrated, but excited about our success. Sara could have slept in that second day, but chose to hunt with her dad. She’s quite a kid, there is no quit in her. We’ve had many good hunts together; by the way, this one was just getting started. We have another hunt for Altai Ibex in Mongolia forthwith.
Mongolia
After two weeks tur hunting and traveling some of the most uninhabited countries, we packed up and headed to the most forgotten, desolate place of all: Mongolia, home to 2.8 million people (which is less than the capital of my home state). Mongolia is unlike any country I have ever been to; it is home to some of the most gentle, yet gruff people. Driving is a guessing game because of their dirt roads; pot holes the size of my car, and no street signs. Their country is loaded with deserts and high mountains, holding some of the most beautiful, and graceful animals--the Altai Ibex. We flew into one of the smallest airports, and were picked up in a Russian Jeep, which was the driver’s pride and joy. The 100 mile trip took the five of us thirteen hours on unpaved roads; passing through deserts and the mountains that made the border between Mongolia and China. They live in yurts, there are no cities, and we passed a total of 10 cars the entire drive. Only one flat tire, where the rim came apart! As the temperature dropped, the cook and I began to get to know each other as we had to hang on and keep warm. We tried to sleep, but the road was way too rough. So she slept and I was hanging on! Her smile did more talking than words could have ever done. She communicated with me through her eyes, when I gave her things to bundle up with like blankets and scarves. We made it to camp at two o’clock in the morning, greeted with a warm fire and our very own yurt. I want to bring one home. These things are so cool! There is a stove, a little sink and beds! It’s like a hotel room in the middle of nowhere. Mongolia! I love it here and the people are incredible! We have one guide who speaks okay English, one cook who is such a sweetheart (she’s sitting on my bed playing with my binoculars, sipping tea with me and watching me write), one younger girl who’s my age, one driver, and two guys who are just chillin’ (I think)! I was too excited to sleep; not knowing what any of the terrain looked like, I anticipated morning. The Argali and ibex horns glistened with morning fog; they sparkled in the sunlight, making my anticipation and curiosity grow even more. Expecting to ride on horseback or even camel, the Russian Jeep roared downhill, the driver smiling. On the road again, we were bouncing through the rough Mongolian terrain. With the wind howling over thirty miles per hour, I hunkered down and buried my pale face and round eyes, dozing off until the wind startled me awake. Surprisingly, the trained eyes spotted a group of ibex and we quickly went after them, sliding down the boulders, almost twisting ankles; yet when my guides turned around they asked the popular question, “Are you doing okay?” With a simple smile and nod of the head, to their surprise I was fit from the previous hunt, so I was all smiles. When I first spotted these beautiful Altai ibex, they flashed in the sunlight, their horns beaming, running across cliffs that would take me hours to conquer; making me appreciate them even more. What a level to be on when you’re after something that moves with such elegance as they ease over the rocks. We spotted a group of five ibex, with one absolute giant amongst them. After a few failed attempts of trying to go after them, or as hunters call it “stalks”, we made our way back to the van where our heads were all dropping and swaying from side to side as we rocked back to camp. I have never been so exhausted, mentally or physically. It was a hard day to recover from as I watched the giant ibex slip away. I knew my chances were slim to reconnect. However, my hope grew when I watched the men work their techniques, which had been passed down through many generations. Hunting was more than hunting to these people, its survival, how they feed their families, and live the nomadic life. We arrived in Ulaanbatar, the capitol of Mongolia, and spent the night. The following day, we flew to Altai, in west central Mongolia. We then drove to the hunting area near the Chinese border. This 200 mile drive took 12-1/2 hours in a Russian van. We’d travel through the mountains then cross the Mongolian desert, then repeat the task a few more times before we arrived at our hunting spot. On our trip, we saw one road sign, one gas station, and had only one flat tire. The road basically consisted of ancient river beds in the remote southwest section of Mongolia. They start early, as in four a.m., on these hunts. Our first day, they tested our legs. The steep rough, rocky terrain is perfectly suited for both Altai Ibex and Altai Argali. We spotted eighteen billies that first day. One very large horned, very old billy got everyone’s attention. By the time we put a stalk on this group; they’d left the country and left us with a grueling hike out. Our three guides were confident this billy was at least a 44” to a 45” goat. The largest they had ever harvested was in this same area we currently hunted. A 48” stud. They explained anything over 40 inches was exceptional. Most hunters were happy with anything over 35 inches. The next day we tried completely different terrain. More open country, rolling hills, and by gosh more wolves. The ibex we saw our second day were very nervous. Sara and I positioned ourselves 80 yards from eighteen billies who never knew we were there. There were four males that would push the forty inch mark but they positioned themselves in the middle of the herd with no clean shot available. To our utter amazement, the group stood up and trotted away just like that. Again before we knew it, they drifted out of range the big Billies placing themselves in the middle of the herd. We were both humbled by the experience. They acted like nervous whitetails. We’d hoped for a one, two, three count, both shoot, both hit, both smile, but we didn’t even get to ONE. I woke up to the ladies in camp jumping on my cot handing me a chocolate bar and hugging me. It was my twentieth birthday, one I would never forget. We woke up at good ol’ four a.m. again, but I had a different kind of feeling instead of being groggy and sleepy, I was wide awake! For some reason, I knew this was the day! On the drive home the night before, we stopped by Nunca’s mother’s yurt. I was asleep in the van but Dad went in for some goat’s milk and meat. Nunca’s mom is a reader, in which she does something spiritual with stones and they tell her where the guides should go hunting. I guess she’s never been wrong, and every day they ask her where to go. She said the “high mountains” and we would be receiving a gift when we got there! They are extremely spiritual people (I think) seeing that I only know three words it is hard to understand!
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Rod & Sara to the right “Ish” means “ibex” “Tom” means “big” “Bithla” means “thank you” We headed up to the high mountains and got stuck in the mud at 5 a.m. Whew it was a booger to get out! We finally made it to some nearby cliffs and we all snoozed while the two main guides looked for ibex. We woke up to the driver saying “go, go, go” and he pointed down the mountain, so we went fast! I’m surprised we didn’t twist an ankle or two! We sat at the base of this mountain and my guide told the interpreter, “Tell Sara happy birthday. The big one is back!” My heart thudded and I smiled up at God! We made a game plan of bailing off the side of the mountain and crawling out of sight until we got close enough for a shot. With the big guy still in my mind, I prayed as we hiked along the ridge. My guides motioned me to sit down as my heart began to pound. The group of three ibex bed down and we crept our way down the mountain hiding ourselves until we belly crawled on the ridge across from them. At 520 yards and a downward slope, we ranged them to be 120 yards downhill. I gave my guide the nod as he counted to three. On “three” I squeezed the trigger that had done this countless times before, and my Nosler ammo struck. The ibex ran up the hill, the lead one was definitely hit. I followed the ibex with my scope as hopelessness filled my heart. I watched the ibex trail over the mountain and on to the next, losing the herd amongst the crosshairs. My guide quickly got on them with my binoculars and excitedly motioned me to come. We ran up the mountain. Not the ordinary jog up the mountain, I’m talking lungs bleeding, legs cannot bear to take another step! Just when I thought I needed a break, I was granted with a spurt of energy because I knew what was at the end of this run! My legs rejuvenated and started sprinting faster and faster. I practically fell into my guide when he stopped and I was still going full speed! He motioned for me to grab my gun and pointed towards the cliffs. I crept up steading myself on some jagged rocks, placing my crosshairs in the middle of the ibex’s chest. Just when I got my breathing controlled, I looked back to see my dad, my hero, best friend, the one who pushes me to my fullest potential and the one who introduced me to my greatest passion. With a smile and an ‘Atta girl’ I turned back to reality and squeezed the trigger only to watch my ibex collapse. The countless hours, miles under my blistered feet, sweat, blood, and tears, I proved myself to be a true ibex hunter. My nickname for the rest of the trip was “Tom Sara Tom Tom!” (Tom meaning “Big” and Sara to get my attention): “Big Sara Big Big!” The following day, again another four a.m. day, we were looking for that big one again. Our guide Nudka did the honors and spotted Mr. Big with three buddies about three miles away! We slowly and carefully made our way down the mountain to within 540 yards. The four Ibex were enjoying the mid-day warmth when the shouting started. I instructed Sara Rose to shoot the biggest one, “you shoot first then I’ll hopefully not have to back you up.” It sort of went to plan. Again the angle was super steep. I told Miss Rosey to aim about four inches low due to the angle. Four inches low is exactly where she hit. The group of four rocketed back up the mountain and she kept shooting. Just before they reacted, the old billy split off from the herd and paralleled the mountain instead of going over the top with the others. Both Nudka, and Munkhuu, our guides thought he was hit hard. Back up the mountain we went. These mountains provide better footing than Azerbaijan; however the mountain was still steep as a cow’s face. Nudka spotted the big billy and got us to within 222 yards. This time I successfully hit the red button, the record button filming Sara’s knockout shot with her .260. She hit him right under the chin while he faced us. Sara was giddy with excitement, relief, emotion, and exhaustion. I just happened to find a tape measure that revealed yet another surprise. Forty seven glorious inches. What an ibex! She’s a champ; it seems that big animals like to stop dead in her crosshairs then drop dead in her crosshairs. She’s shot a lot of huge animals already in her life. And this one just happened to happen on her 20th birthday. What a birthday present! My life has been deeply touched by the people of Mongolia and what appreciation they have for each other. I watched the nomadic fingers run through my dirty brown hair; the shampoo was the only difference between my American skin and her nomadic, hard-worked Mongolian skin. I knew the cook and I had a special relationship when she took it upon herself to wash my less than clean hair. In return, I did her make-up, dressed her up in American clothing, and took pictures of her and me. (Or in American terms we took “selfies”!) They do not take anything for granted; they value family, friends, honesty, hard work, and they truly love hunting. The simplicity of their world forever changed mine. The tears rolled down the cook’s cheeks as she clenched my hand as we said our goodbyes. The Mongolian’s forever changed my outlook on life, we have all been blessed with one chance to live, and it is up to us to decide how full our glass will be. These people live life to the fullest every day. They cling to their loved ones, value companionship from their herds, and truly live off the land. What an unforgettable experience. Despite the language barrier, I made some friends that will last me a lifetime and even got to hang out with some camels! Thank you, Mongolia, I’m headed home.
“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only a page. -Saint Augustine”
The following day was our last day, regrettably. We loved the people, the mountains, the ibex, and their nomadic way of life. I was able to harvest a nice thirty nine inch billy that final day. Then just to see if I could, I packed him back to the van beating all the locals and guides who were packing the meat back to the van. It was one of those take 12-15 steps, cough up a lung, wait a couple of minutes, then take 5-10 steps, gasp again and pray for resolve and Rod & Sara keep going kind of grueling pack out. These Mongolian nomads never had a hunter below right pack his own animal out before, and when they showed the path they took me on to get back to the van; I could not believe it either. Straight up, straight down, then straight up again. We sat in a semi-circle, ate lunch, and admired the mountain. Nudka, the young, energetic guide, slapped me on the back and shouted, (through the interpreter) “You did it you walked and packed where only Mongolians have done it before.” Hunting is part of their way of life, and has been for thousands of years. Not much has changed for these nomadic people. Sara and I enjoyed our experience. It’s why we hunt. We participated in their cultural lifestyle that is and has been the essence of hunting since the beginning of time. On her 20th birthday, we shared a great adventure in the land of Genghis Kahn.
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Fundraiser for Imagine Charter School of Firestone (ICSF) 6th Annual Fundraising Gala “A Night in Tuscany”
For Imagine Charter School at Firestone on Saturday February 28, 2015 at Stonebrook Manor, Thornton CO from 6-11 pm. Please plan to join us for a night of fun and fundraising! The evening will consist of silent and live auctions, dinner, and dancing! Funds raised will benefit Student Enrichment programs, providing funds for much needed items such as new risers, a wireless sound system for performances, and more! Tickets go on sale in November in the front office, online purchasing will be coming soon. Ticket prices are $50/individual; $380/Table of 8; $450 Prime Table for 8. Keep an eye out for more information on the event! So SAVE the Date! Thank you for helping us grow!
Before & After School Camp at Imagine Charter School at Firestone
The Holidays are quickly approaching and Camp Imagine, the Before and After school enrichment program at Imagine Charter school, has teamed up with the Carbon Valley Help Center to reach out to those in our community. Camp Imagine spent their fall break this year painting bowls for the Empty Bowls Fundraiser. The children really put a lot of time and love into each one of the bowls they hand painted. Our campers were very creative and used their imaginations to make Bowls with everything from Spiderman, to the Denver Broncos, Frederick Warriors, hearts, or just a bowl with an abundance of colors. Camp Imagine is very proud to be such an active part of the Carbon Valley Community. We look forward to seeing you at Frederick High School November 22, 2014 to help support the Carbon Valley Help Center and check out the awesome work these amazing kids created. Camp Imagine is looking for energetic people who have a passion for working with preschool and/or school age children. If this is you please contact lauren.wheaton@ imagineschools.com.
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Busy Bee Preschool is now enrolling!
* Licensed In-Home Care for children aged 3-5 * Full preschool program daily included in the tuition * Full time positions available * CPR and First Aid certified * Creative Movement, Yoga, gymnastics and music classes monthly * 15 passenger van with approved seatbelts * Monthly Field trips and outings * Fenced backyard * One dog...kenneled during childcare hours * Conveniently located to I-25 * Hours of Operation: 7:15 am-5:15 pm Monday – Friday -1 opening beginning in November Call Vicki Athmann @303-506-8825 or check out our website for more information. www.thebusybeepreschool.net.
Aims Community College is updating its broadcast and production capabilities to give students hands-on time with the newest professional equipment. The goal, according to Dev Multer, the school’s senior producer, is to make them more engaged and active participants in their own education while preparing them to enter the workforce with practical experience from day one. The Greeley, Colo. school recently purchased four state-of-the-art and industry standard Sony HXC-D70C studio cameras, and a Sony MVS-3000A production switcher. The new equipment is already in use on a range of campus events and student projects. According to Multer, the school’s production department is a “hybrid” program, combining an educational curriculum of television and radio production coursework with a services department that produces programming and video content for the school and produces programming for the four local cable channels. “As our video production workload has increased, we realized we needed something that gave us an upgrade path to high definition,” said Multer. “But we also wanted new technology that would fit with our existing SD infrastructure and equipment.” The school is using the equipment upgrade as an opportunity to reconfigure its two oncampus studios. Multer said the newer cameras will be used in the larger studio, while the older Sony cameras – “which are still functioning very well” – will work in the student studio. “We are actually de-commissioning our small student studio, and we’re going to move all of our classes into the big studio.” The cameras are mostly used in studio configurations, for now, however Multer said they can also easily be used as ENG packages. The new cameras complement Aims’ other significant technology investment – Sony’s MVS-3000A production switcher. It’s definitely a high end switcher, with so much capability at an incredibly low price,” Multer said. “Plus it looks sleek, really cool, and the aesthetics are very nice.” The switcher is in the school’s main studio and Multer said his team is just scratching the surface of what it can do. “It gives us capabilities we didn’t have before, and as we figure out how to take advantage of these capabilities, it will certainly expand the scope of our production values and can lead to higher-quality looking productions.” Multer added that with the new cameras and the powerful new switcher, his team can expand their creativity and produce new type of programming in different ways. “We’re already thinking of new creative ideas as we learn more of the features and discover how much more we really can do,” he said. The Sony equipment also delivers new educational benefits for the Aims faculty and students. “The Sony MVS technology is everywhere, in every major market,” Multer said. “Sony has done a great job in making the design and interface common across the entire line from the small-frame models up to the very high end. If I can teach the architecture and the software here on a smaller MVS, that gives my students the ability to go to an employer and say, ‘even though I haven’t worked on your big MVS system, I already know how the software and how the architecture works.’ That’s a great selling point for our program. Our production values are not only the highest they’ve ever been, but our students have a leg up on starting their careers.” Call Aims today at (970) 330-8008 or visit www.aims.edu for more information on how to register for classes.
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October Events at The Brew and Déjà lu Books:
For more information on any of their programs, visit www.MyLibrary.us or call 1-888-861-7323.
The Brew and Déjà lu Books is a local coffee shop, crêperie, café and used bookstore. The Brew features a signature line of sweet and savory crêpes along with an extensive line of beer, wine and cocktails. We also host a variety of events for grown-ups and children. The Brew is located in Firestone next to Dairy Queen. New Hours on Sunday - They are now open Sundays from 9 am to 2 pm.
z Tuesday, November 4; Writers’ Group – 6 pm. Carbon Valley Regional Library, 7 Park Avenue, Firestone. Join this group of enthusiastic, passionate, and avid writers; bring your current writing projects to share. z Wednesday, November 5; Echoes to Bugles: If Squirrels Could Cuss – 12 pm. Erie Community Library, 400 Powers Street, Erie. Stories of Colorado Mammals examines the natural history of 24 mammals treated as 12 pairs of two very different but very connected animals. Each month features a different pair and presents both the details of their separate lives as individuals and of their inseparable lives as predator and prey. A chickaree has so much to do that life is always so busy, busy, busy. And neighbors don’t help. If it’s not the Goshawk in the air or the Bobcat on the ground then it’s the Marten in the trees. The nerve! If a squirrel could cuss, it would sound like an angry chickaree trying to get back to business!
Couples Paint and Sip is Diptych Painting (Painting in two parts)
On The Beach Friday, November 14th at 6:308:30 PM and is $80 per couple ($40 per person) includes one drink per person - Beer, Wine or Iced Tea. Additional drinks and food available for purchase from our menu. Completed painting done with 2 - 12”x12” stretched canvases.
z Thursday, November 6; Tech Café – 12:00 pm. Carbon Valley Regional Library, 7 Park Avenue, Firestone. Need help downloading an eBook? Not sure how to use your new device? Looking for resources to help you learn about a new type of technology? Ask us! Bring your coffee, your questions, and your device! Drop in from 12-1:30 pm every Thursday for one-on-one technology assistance. z Monday, November 10; Book Lover’s Book Club – 11:30 am. Erie Community Library, 400 Powers Street, Erie.
Coming over Winter Break
z Thursday, November 13; Online Conversation with Ramsey Hootman –Ramsey Hootman joins us online for a discussion of her debut novel, “Courting Greta.” 7:30 pm. To Register: https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/806972910
Paint the Ice Princess’ Pal an Acrylic Class
Paint with the Ice Princess on Monday, December 22nd from 10 AM and 1 PM for Ages 4 and up
z Tuesday, November 18; Mead Seniors Book Club – 2 pm. First United Methodist Church, 501 Palmer Avenue, Mead. z Tuesday, November 18; Writers’ Group – 6 pm. Carbon Valley Regional Library, 7 Park Avenue, Firestone. Join this group of enthusiastic, passionate, and avid writers; bring your current writing projects to share. z Thursday, November 20; Real Men Read – 6 pm. Carbon Valley Regional Library, 7 Park Avenue, Firestone. We choose a different theme to explore each month, and choose individually what to read within that theme.
Do you know a HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT who might make a good reporter?
Looking for a couple students from Frederick and Mead High School. We would like Student Reporters to submit photos & information on events such as sports, drama & fundraisers. If your teacher will allow you to recieve extra credit for this type of work please email or text me for more information. You might be able to receive credit from classes such as Journalism, Photography, English, P.E., & Business. carbonvalley@gmail.com text to 720.939.7483
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High Plains Library District Computer Classes in Nov.
Are you looking for some friendly instruction in using a computer? Each month a variety of computer classes are offered. Some classes may require registration. z Computer Help Appointments: Call your library at 1-888-861-7323 to arrange a 30-minute, individual appointment to get your computer questions answered. z Digital Library Overview - If you are comfortable with
z Thursday, November 20; Local History Series: Forgotten Heroes and Villains of Sand Creek - 7:00 am. Erie Community Center, 450 Powers Street, Erie. z The massacre at Sand Creek would prove to be one of the bloodiest events in Colorado’s history. Join us as Carol Turner turns an eye to the central characters, their histories and how they came to be part of this bloody episode. It is a fascinating look at a pivotal event with instigators like John Chivington and martyrs such as Captain Silas Soule. z Tuesday, November 25; Book Lover’s Book Club – 6:00 pm. Carbon Valley Regional Library, 7 Park Avenue, Firestone. “The Invention of Wings” by Sue Monk Kidd.
using your tablet or smartphone to download apps, might have tried downloading ebooks or audiobooks from OverDrive, and are ready to see what else the library has to offer, this class is for you. We will give you an introduction to our free digital resources, including eBooks, audiobooks, eMagazines, free independent movies. Bring your own device or laptop. Registration required. Wednesday, November 5 – Carbon Valley Regional Library, 6:30 pm. z Save Your Stuff - What is “The Cloud” and how can I use it? Should I use a DVD or a flash drive for storage? Join us as we explore options for saving your photos,
Child Care in the Carbon Valley Area Capture the Magic Child Care Frederick Discovery School (303)679-1413 Frederick (720)224-6166 Future Footprints Daycare Carbon Valley Child Care Ridgecrest All About the Little Ones Countryside Carbon Valley Area (303)833-5778 (303)833-0398 (720)226-8844 Grandma Bea’s Day Care Beech House Preschool LLC Country Kids Preschool Mead (970)535-0109 Mead Wyndham Hill (720)202-4282 (970)535-4825 Hand-N-Hand Daycare Creative Kids Child Care Tri-town area Bloom! Montessori Preschool in Longmont Sweetgrass (720)244-0963 (303)464-0175 (303)776-8173 Heart & Hand Child Care Creative Years Learning Ctr Platteville Bright Future Childcare Carbon Valley Longview (970)785-6138 (303)833-9001 (303)702-0908 Home Away from Home Cynthia’s Child Care Bugs & Flowers Daycare Sagebrush (303)564-5697 Stoneridge (303)833-3197 (970)388-6762 Exploring Minds Academy Husky Club @ Centennial Erie Busy Bee Preschool Elementary (303)828-3452 Ridgecrest (720)652-8240 (303)833-5022 Frederick Day Care Imaginations at Work Country Side Firestone 720.362.2644 (303)833-6745 A Perfect Place 2 Play St. Vrain Ranch (303)833-4631
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videos and documents in the age of mobile devices and cloud computing. We will show you easy ways to store, organize and retrieve your content online, on your computer, or on mobile storage devices. Participants should have basic mouse skills. Wednesday, November 19 – Carbon Valley Regional Library, 6:30 pm The Carbon Valley Regional Library is located at 7 Park Avenue in Firestone, and Erie Community Library is located at 400 Powers Street in Erie. For more information about the District’s computer classes check out the High Plains Library District web page at www.MyLibrary. us, or call 1-888-861-7323 for a complete schedule of classes.
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Just Like Home Childcare Frederick/Savannah sub. 303-827-8792
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Sweet Things Childcare Pineridge Preschool E. Longmont-119/The Elms Booth Farms 303-774-6322 (303)772-6873
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3 Generations Home Daycare Sagebrush (303) 833-4483 Wee Folks Childcare Ridgecrest (303)304-4509 Licensed Provider~If you provide
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Upcoming Chamber Events: November 6, 2014 (5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.) - Business After Hours @ Stevinson Lexus in Frederick November 20, 2014 (11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.) – Business Luncheon @ Rocky Mountain Christian Church in Frederick Board Member Candidate Presentations
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December 11, 2014 (11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.) – Business Luncheon @ Saddleback Golf Club in Firestone Non-Profit Showcase
• Business After Hours – usually the 1st Thursday of each month at various host locations • Business Luncheon – 3rd Thursday of each month at various locations
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December 4, 2014 (5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.) – Business After Hours @ Adams Bank & Trust in Firestone
Upcoming Community Events: November 9, 2014 (5:00 – 8:00 p.m.) – Firestone Board of Trustees Special Meeting @ Firestone Town Hall November 10, 2014 (6:00 – 7:00 p.m.) – Dacono City Council Meeting @ City Hall November 11, 2014 (5:00 p.m. - ) – Frederick Board of Trustees Work Session @ Frederick Town Hall November 12, 2014 (7:00 – 9:00 p.m.) – Firestone Board of Trustees Meeting @ Firestone Town Hall November 19, 2014 (8:00 – 10:00 a.m.) VolkBell Education Series: Is Your Employee Engagement Strategic? @ Fox Hill Country Club in Longmont November 22, 2014 (11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.) Carbon Valley Help Center Empty Bowls Project @ Frederick High School November 22, 2014 (8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) 11th Annual Holiday Health & Craft Expo @ Carbon Valley Recreation Center in Frederick November 24, 2014 (6:00 – 7:00 p.m.) – Dacono City Council Meeting @ City Hall November 28, 2014 (11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.) – Upstate Colorado Economic Development – SW I-25 Corridor Monthly Business Luncheon @ Bella Rosa Golf Course in Frederick
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Love You-Special Women’s Night Out
Thursday, November 6 5:30pm - 8:30pm Erie Community Center, 450 Powers Street, Erie. Stop in to enjoy an evening of Drinks, food, chocolate, pampering and much more... Let’s take an evening to relax and destress before the busy holiday season. Call the Chamber office to RSVP at 303828-3440 or email us at erie@eriechamber. org We hope you will join us - please bring girlfriends too!
Guy’s Night Out at Cabellas
9:00 pm Fried turkey demo by Lew Miller and a presentation by Cabela’s staff with goody bags & shopping coupons plus light refreshments.
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There was excitement and commotion at 336 5th Street, Frederick, on Thursday afternoon, October 23. The food, balloons and dignitaries were there to officially launch Rick Hinojos into the business community as a new member of the Carbon Valley Chamber of Commerce. Rick Hinojos began a career with American Family Insurance three years ago, after having worked 24 years in the beef industry. His goal for his agency is to follow through with his belief that there’s more to insurance than the policy itself. It’s about providing dependable protection and great customer service. That’s why Rick strives to earning your trust is his policy. Rick offers Auto, Home, Life, Commercial and Farm and Ranch insurance through American Family Insurance. Rick’s agency services clients from the Front Range to northeast Colorado. The office is located at 336 5th Street in Frederick and is open 9:00 am-5 pm, Monday through Friday. Weekend and evening appointments are available. Meetings can be at the office or the convenience of your home. Rick will be married 37 years in December and has been blessed with 4 children and 7 grandchildren. He prides himself in being an avid Bronco fan. Rick appreciates the opportunity to be of service for your insurance needs. The office phone number is 303-833-1188 and his email is rhinojos@amfam.com.
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$10 Off Fitness Group Punch Card, First Session Free! Rotary News
Ladies, join us at Time For Change Fitness Group to get healthy and fit! Your first session is Free and the Special is $40 for a 10 Session Punch Card. All fitness levels are welcome and get a full body workout in each time with Interval Training and Circuit Training - The BEST way to loss weight! Monday and Friday mornings and Wednesday afternoons in Niwot, Thursday nights in Frederick through Nov 13th, then back to regular Tuesday nights starting Nov. 18th. RSVP required. Classes have been maxing out, so RSVP early on the website. Contact Tracy Rewerts, NASM CPT, FNS, WFS at http://www.timeforchangepersonaltraining.com/ or call 303.828.2856 for details.
Frederick Youth Commission Announces 2014 Thanksgiving Dinner in a Box Donations and nominations being accepted through November 14th
The Frederick Youth Commission will be providing Thanksgiving Dinner in a Box to 30 families in need throughout Frederick, Firestone and Dacono and are asking for the community’s help with monetary and food donations as well as family nominations to find those most in need of some help this holiday season. “Our community has always been so great at giving when there is a need that this year we are doubling our effort from fifteen to 30 boxes,” said Youth Commission Chairperson, Dylan Dufour. “We try to provide everything that someone would need for a great Thanksgiving meal, so monetary donations are used to buy the perishable food like pumpkin pies, milk and butter the day before we deliver them.” A nomination form is available at Frederick Town Hall, on Frederick’s website www. frederickco.gov or you can also email youthcommission@frederickco.gov to obtain a form. Monetary and non-perishable food donations can be taken to Frederick High School (5690 Tipple Pkwy) Monday through Friday from 12-3 p.m. or Frederick Town Hall (401 Locust St.) Monday through Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. All nominations and donations are due Friday November 14th. The Youth Commission and Frederick High School Principal Pete Vargas will shop for perishable items and will personally deliver the boxes on Monday November 24th. Suggested items for food donations include: canned corn, canned green beans, canned yams/sweet potatoes, instant mashed potatoes, salt, pepper, canned cranberry sauce, boxed stuffing, turkey gravy mix, french fried onions, cream of mushroom soup, canned black olives, Jell-O mix, canned fruit, canned/boxed broth, brown sugar, and mini marshmallows. Checks can be made payable to ‘FHS Booster Club’.
Grief and the Holidays Nov. 24
Grief and loss are especially difficult at holiday times for friends and families who have lost a loved one. Who do you know that might benefit from New Creation Church’s upcoming seminar titled “Surviving the Holidays”? “Surviving the Holidays,” produced by GriefShare will be held Monday, November 24, 7-9 pm in the Fellowship Hall of New Creation Church, 737 Bross, Longmont. The seminar features video interviews with counselors, grief experts and other people who have experienced the holidays after their loved one’s death and who offer practical suggestions and reassurance. Those attending will discover: • What emotions to expect during the coming days • How to prepare for the holidays • How to manage relationships and holiday socials • How the holidays can help you heal There is no charge to attend, and those who attend will receive a free book with over 30 daily readings, providing additional insights and ideas on holiday survival. New Creation Church member Jan Sciacca say the church’s goal is not to get folks to come to their church, request money of them or sell them anything. She added, “We understand how deeply grief and loss hurt people and families, and we simply want the community to be aware of our upcoming seminar to provide hope and healing.” For more information, contact Barbara Mitchell at 720.261.6996 or barbara.mitchell@ live.com.
The Carbon Valley Rotary Club will host their 7th Annual Community Heroes Awards Breakfast 7am – 8:30 am Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at Bella Rosa Golf Club in Frederick. This program is to recognize residents who have donated their time toward either a specific community project or who continue to aid the community on an ongoing basis. Selection will be based on the nominee’s effort in going above and beyond their profession in serving the community, and their dedication to improve the quality of life within the Carbon Valley area. Rotary is seeking nominations from the public in five categories of community service: Firefighter/EMT, Law Enforcement, Education, Community Adult and Community Youth. There is no limit to the number of nominations that can be submitted because there is no limit to the amount of good that is performed every day. Deadline to submit nominations is December 10, 2014. Nomination forms can be accessed at www.carbonvalleyrotary.org or by emailing info@ carbonvalleyrotary.org.
Aims Kiefer Library awarded $3,000 through the Library State Grant Program
Aims Community College is pleased to announce that the Kiefer Library was awarded $3,000 through the Library State Grant Program for the 2014-2015 fiscal year. It is a noncompetitive grant through Colorado Department of Education that awards funds every year for education purchases, except technology, but including databases. This grant will help to support Aims’ ongoing commitment to provide excellent resources and learning opportunities for students. Call Aims today at (970) 330-8008 or visit www.aims.edu for more information on how to register for classes.
Victim Voice
For victims of Internet crime, reporting it is just the first step. What’s next? Who can you turn to for help? The Frederick Police Department wants you to know about Victim Voice. This resource website represents an extension of the National White Collar Crime Center’s (NW3C) efforts to serve law enforcement and the public. This website is a one-stop resource for free information on what victims can do in the aftermath of an online crime, and, more importantly, how they can prevent it in the future. Having the right information is vital to making your voice heard.
Attention “All” Military Personnel (Past Or Present) ARMY VS NAVY Football Party
American Legion Post#1985 is hosting a ARMY VS NAVY football Party. December 13th, 2014. Doors open at Noon. Game starts at 13:00. There will be drink specials, free food, and a couple of drawings during half time. Join us to watch a “TRUE” football game, meet some fellow veterans and maybe swap some lies, and enjoy some good food and drink. You are encouraged to represent your branch so throw on that jersey, hat, T-shirt, whatever... and come join us. The American Legion is located across the street from the Firestone town hall. See you there and “GO ARMY, BEAT navy!”
12th Annual Craft Sale and Luncheon Dec. 6 at Rinn United Methodist Church
Twelve years! Not sure how many know this but the ladies at RINN Church have been holding their Christmas Craft Sale for 12 years. Time sure flies when you’re having fun. The ladies at RINN Church love cooking, baking and decorating for the sale, and what better way to bring in the holidays than seeing old friends and making new ones. If you liked last year’s craft sale and lunch, this year’s will be better than ever! There will be plenty of soups to tantalize your taste buds, and where else can you get lunch for $5.00 on a busy day, and do some shopping at the same time, in a festive Christmas atmosphere. This year’s sale will take place on December 6th, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. right there at the church. Santa will be there for the kids from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Please help Santa out by bring a non-perishable food item for the Carbon Valley Help Center in Firestone. Lunch includes a variety of homemade soups, fresh rolls, with Christmas Cookies and candies for dessert. Lunch is served from 11:30a to 2p. There are door prizes too! Tickets are available at the door and adults are $5 and children 10 and under are $3. Selling Christmas Greenery Too! Fresh Christmas Greenery can be purchased at the craft fair or orders can be placed by calling the RINN Methodist Church at 303.776.1578 or dianna at 720.354.1432. RINN United Methodist Church is located at 3783 Bella Rosa Pkwy (WCR 20). They are just west of the under pass at I-25 and their phone number is 303.776.1578. For more information on the craft sale or if you’re interested in having a low-cost booth, you can email Denise Stewart at skidenise@msn.com, or call her at (303)833-2809.
Tenth Annual Treelighting at Frederick Festival of Lights Dec. 6
Celebrate a tradition ten years in the making at the Frederick Festival of Lights 6-8 p.m. on Saturday December 6th. Crist Park (105 5th Street, Frederick, CO 80530) will be illuminated with thousands of twinkling lights as part of the Carbon Valley Holiday Festival. The free event will feature live musical performances, horse-drawn carriage rides, an interactive ice sculpture, and photos with Santa! Everyone is encouraged to bring a canned good or $1 donation to Santa Cops in exchange for a cup of hot chocolate and cookies! This event is made possible by our generous sponsors: Anadarko Petroleum, I-25 Kia, Starbucks, Carbon Valley Consumer Report, B&L Tire and Safeway.
Deck the Downtown
The second annual Deck the Downtown holiday decorating contest will take place during the first week of December. Businesses in Downtown Frederick will be decking their storefronts with holiday cheer and you’ll get to pick your favorite! Voting will start on December 1st and end on December 6th on the Town of Frederick website: www.frederickco. gov/deckthedowntown. New this year, the Frederick Arts Commission will be putting together a judging panel that will also help determine the winner – so businesses will have to impress the judges and voters to win! The winner will receive $500 courtesy of the Frederick Arts Commission, ad space courtesy of the Carbon Valley Consumer Report, a traveling trophy and bragging rights! The second place winner will receive $250 courtesy of the Frederick Arts Commission, and ad space courtesy of the Carbon Valley Consumer Report. The third place winner will receive ad space courtesy of the Carbon Valley Consumer Report!
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Carbon Valley Outreach Program for Babies
Begins November 2, 2014, 1:00-3:00 pm. 422 8th Street, Dacono,(next to Valley Bank). This program is to help moms and dads provide products for their babies . These items are provided at no charge to the parent. We will be open the first Sunday of each month. This program is sponsored by the Carbon Valley Seventh-Day Adventist Church. We are anxious to meet you and your little ones.
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 970-2905991, or the Director of The Pearl Group, Tessie Gale, at 720-864-9202 or tgale@lbcc.org.
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INFORMATION FOR SENIORS IN & AROUND CARBON VALLEY Activities for Active Seniors at the Carbon Valley Senior Center November 2014
~ Carbon Valley Park & Recreation District ~ 6615 Frederick Way in Frederick ~303-833-2739~ Lori Trejo-Active Adult Coordinator ~ Lori@recdistrict.com
Weld County Nov. Senior Lunches 6 Weld CO Lunch Beef and Bean Burrito with Mexican Topping, Mexicorn, Chilled Pineapple and Grapes, Krispy Rice Treat with Peanuts and Cranberries Medicare 101 @ Rec Center 1:30pm-2:30pm
13 Weld CO Lunch Stuffed Green Pepper, Seasoned Italian Vegetables, Outasight Salad, Chilled Cantaloupe, Whole Wheat Bread, Margarine Premier World DiscoveryEast Coast, Hamptons, NYC Travel Presentation 1:30pm-2:30 18 NEW! Weld CO Lunch Beef Tips over Whole Wheat Pasta, Banana Pineapple Waldorf Salad, Multigrain Roll, Margarine Craft Group-1:00pm 20 Weld CO Lunch Chicken Fajita with Whole Wheat Flour Tortilla, Seasoned Black Beans, Spanish Brown Rice, Pico de Gallo, Light Sour Cream, Chilled Tropical Fruit Salad 25 Weld CO Lunch Roast Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Green Bean Casserole, Cranberry Relish, Pumpkin Bar Craft Group-1:00pm
Upcoming Extended Travel
Going Places Travel presents Heritage of America March 20-March 30, 2015 Premier World Discovery presents East Coast Islands, the Hamptons & the Big Apple May 11-16, 2015 Going Places Travel presents Shades of Ireland June 9-18, 2015 Esteem Journeys presents America’s National Parks September 10-18, 2015 Esteem Journeys presents Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong River November 9-21, 2015
Fort Lupton Historic Park Tour
Enjoy a leisurely tour of the Fort Lupton Historic Park. The tour, taking approximately 2 hours visits the Historic Park currently including the 1875 Independence School, the 1860’s Donelson House, and the reconstructed Fort Lupton (Originally Fort Lancaster). Tuesday, November 4 Cost: Member, Resident $4 Member, Non Res. $5 Non-Member $6 Time: 9:30 am- 12:00 pm Registration Deadline: Oct. 25
Molly Brown House Tour
Step back in time to Denver in 1910 and immerse yourself in history at the home of the “Unsinkable” Molly Brown, a woman whose remarkable life embodied the changes of her time and the power of individual spirit. Tuesday, November 11 Cost: Member, Resident $10 Member, Non Res. $11 NonMember $12 Time: 9:30 am- 12:00 pm Registration Deadline: November 3
Mardi Gras Casino
Sit back and relax as you are comfortably taken to the Mardi Gras Casino. The casino package includes $10 food credit, $5 free play on card, and free drinks while gambling. You must use your player card to earn points and receive package. You must be age 21 to enroll for these trips. Meals are at your own expense. Fee includes transportation. Date: Monday, November 24 Time: 8:00 am – 3:30 pm Fee: R $3/NR $5 Registration Deadline: Nov. 16
Bang Up Birthday Bash!
By Lana Stillwell, Photos By Rosalie Salazar The Carbon Valley Weld County Senior Nutrition Lunch Program celebrated their 1st Anniversary. They served their First meal September 5th 2013. On September 11, 2014, the dedicated and hard-working volunteers of the Carbon Valley program bought in a birthday cake, balloons, and noisemakers to celebrate serving just fewer than 1500 meals to the Tri-Town seniors, the loyal guests who have not missed a meal in that year, and most importantly, our tireless volunteers that truly make the program happen! For the party, we had a special guest. Police Chief David Montgomery joined us for lunch and seemed to enjoy himself. We hope he will return, and maybe even become a regular as time permits. T h e seniors had a great time playing and generally acting out their youth with the fun games and noisemakers provided. I would say the party was a real hit! The Carbon Valley Lunch Program will be adding bi-weekly blood pressure checks, courtesy of the Firestone Police Department and the Carbon Valley library will be offering a selection of books to be brought to our location on a monthly basis. Seniors may check out these books and return them at our location when they are finished reading them. What a convenience! If you have the chance, drop by the Library and the Firestone Police Department and thank them for helping out our community. Overall, we had a bang up good time. And the cake was delicious, courtesy of King Soopers.
Meals for Active Seniors at the Carbon Valley Senior Center
Nov. 5: Fajita Bar, with your choice of beef or chicken, lettuce, tomato, and cheese. Catered by El Taco Loco. Esteem Journeys-National Parks Travel Presentation 10:00am-11:00am Pampered Hands, Mountain Man, Pickleball Instructional Camp 1:00pm-2:00pm Nov. 12: Cashew Beef, sesame Chicken, chicken and vegetables, vegetable lo mien, egg roll, and your choice of rice. Catered by Wah Wok. Library , Chair Massage, Open Gym- Corn hole and Ladder Ball Nov. 19: Spaghetti with meat sauce, bowties Alfredo, salad, bread sticks and dessert. Catered by Pinocchio’s. Maximizing Medicare Benefits Talk 10:30am-11:30am @ Sr. Center Open Gym-Pickleball Nov. 26: Smoked turkey, mashed potatoes, vegetables and dessert. Catered by Parrot’s. Blood pressure checks by Frederick-Firestone Fire Department Open Gym-Corn hole and Ladder Ball, Open Gym Day
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Serving all of Weld County as the single entry point for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We provide case management services to connect individuals and families with supports and services. We coordinate Early Intervention services for families of children with a qualifying developmental delay, provide Family Support Services, administer the Children with Autism Medicaid waiver (HCBS-CWA) and three Medicaid Waiver programs for individuals with developmental disabilities: Children’s Extensive Support (HCBS-CES), Supported Living Services for adults (HCBS-SLS), and adult Developmental Disabilities waiver (HCBS-DD). Please call or visit our website for more information. 970-339-5360 or 888-695-5883 or www.envisionco.org or lmedina@ envisionco.org
Depression/Bipolar Support
Depression/Bipolar support group meets every Monday, alternating between Longmont and Firestone Carbon Valley Library. For more information call Laurie Woodman 303-810-9629 or go to our webpage at www.dbsalongspeak.org. For Family and Friends of people with mood illnesses. For information call Kevin Sipp at 720-340-2750, or go to our webpage at www,dbsalongspeak.org.
CV Rotary Club
Come visit the Carbon Valley Rotary - the local club of the world’s largest and oldest service organization, Rotary International. Get to know us and what we do. Our membership is comprised of local business and community leaders. Learn what global service projects Rotary is working on as well as what community activities and events we’re involved in. We have interesting and diverse weekly speakers and are always eager to learn new ways to make our world a better place. We meet each Tuesday from 7:00 am – 8:00 am at Bella Rosa Golf Club in Frederick. Breakfast items from the menu are only $5.00 plus tip if paying by cash; or menu price if paying by credit card. To learn more about us visit our website www.carbonvalleyrotary.org, or contact Barb Goettsch at BarbGoettsch@carbonvalleyrotary.org or 303.815.7949.
N Metro Business Women’s Network
The North Metro Business Women’s Network (NMBWN) meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Carbon Valley Regional Library Conference Room from 9:15am to 10:45am. With support from its umbrella group, the Women’s Development Council of Northern Colorado, the NMBWN is quickly becoming one of the fastest growing networking groups in our area! Meetings including networking time with your fellow business women, a guest speaker AND breakfast! Cost is just $7 for members and $10 for guests. Membership enrollment is now open for 2014 so ask us about the benefits. For questions or to RSVP, contact President, Christina Martinez @ 303-887-7790 or christina.martinez8289@gmail. com. Come see what we can do for your business. We can’t wait to meet you!
Tri-Town Toastmaster’s Club
The Tri-Town Toastmaster’s Club #1112188 has moved to our new location. This club is made up of a diverse group of people who meet the 2nd and 4th Tuesday’s of the month in the Carbon Valley area. Our main purpose is to develop confident public speaking and leadership skills for personal growth in a safe friendly environment. Each meeting lasts an hour and provides a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every individual member can participate and has the opportunity to develop competent oral communication and leadership skills. Terrified to speak in front of a group? Join us to practice. Looking to improve your communication skills? Don’t worry, there are no instructors or grading; member participation and meeting quality are critiqued by fellow members in a positive yet always room for improvement style. Guests and the general public are always welcome to attend our meetings. You can expect an enjoyable experience with fun, encouragement and networking with business leaders, yet no pressure to participate. We are currently recruiting new members and invite you to attend and bring a friend! Please join us the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at our new location: Rocky Mountain Christian Church - RMCC Fredrick Campus, 5860 Majestic Street, Frederick, CO 80504. For additional questions, contact one of our board members: VP Education, Julia Davis – Jkdolls@msn.com - 303-775-1106 or VP Membership, Dario Montelongo Jr. – dmontelongojr@comcast.net – 720-670-0209. Additional details can be found by visiting: http://d26toastmasters.org/tri-town/index.htm or http://www.toastmasters.org/
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Dermatology Center of the Rockies Opens New Location
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Dermatology Center of the Rockies is expanding. Our new practice is accepting patients at the Indian Peaks Medical Center located at 4943 Highway 52, Suite 180 in Frederick, Colorado. The new office provides medical dermatology services to patients located in and around the Carbon Valley community. “We’re always looking for ways to better serve our patients, and this move reflects that dedication to service and convenience,” said Dr. Kristin Baird. (right) “Expanding our office to Carbon Valley will enable us to provide that care to patients in their own neighborhood.” As a patient at Dermatology Center of the Rockies, your concerns will be addressed by our caring, dedicated, and personable staff. “Our commitment is to continue to provide patients and their family with compassionate, high-quality dermatology care,” says Baird. Office visits are available by appointment. Dermatology Center of the Rockies at Indian Peaks Medical Center will be open on Wednesdays. To make an appointment, please call 303-532-2810. About Dermatology Center of the Rockies Dermatology Center of the Rockies provides quality, comprehensive medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services to people of all ages. Board Certified Dermatologist, Dr. Kristin Baird and her team have been serving communities along the Front Range for over 10 years with appointments available in Longmont, Estes Park, and Frederick, Colorado. For more information, visit http://www.dermatologyoftherockies.com.
Aesthetic Dental Care Sold to Dr. Anthony Lere
Dr. Anthony Lere has purchased the Aesthetic Dental Center, 11078 Cimarron St., Suite H, Firestone, from its previous owner and is excited to become a business member of a growing community. Dr. Lere purchased the practice in July of 2014 and has been welcoming established patients and new patients alike since then. The Aesthetic Dental Center is focused on caring for its patients in a kind and professional manner. Dr. Lere strives to deliver outstanding dental care with an understanding approach to his patients. Dr. Lere is asking readers to be on the lookout for a new design that the Aesthetic Dental Center is developing that more accurately reflects our communities and the people his firm serves. The dental office hours are: Mon. 8am-5pm, Tues. 9am-6pm, Wed.-Thur., 7:30 am-4:30 pm, and Fri., 8 am-3pm. Contact information is 303.485.6595 and mountainshadowsdental@gmail.com.
Food for the Soul Does the Resurrection of Christ Really Matter?
By Pastor Jason Kokenzie Does the resurrection of Christ matter? Does it truly make a difference? The apostle Paul sure thought so. In writing to the Corinthians, Paul was faced with the startling news that some in Corinth denied the future resurrection of the body. 1. The resurrection of Christ is inseparable from the gospel of Christ. In 1 Corinthians 15 Paul begins by reminding his brothers of the “gospel I preached to you . . . by which you are being saved” (15:2). This gospel, Paul says, revolves around the death of Christ, who “died for our sins in accordance with the Scripture” (15:3). But notice, Paul does not end there. Christ did not remain dead, but he was also “raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures” (15:4), before appearing to his disciples. Have we, as gospelcentered, gospelsaturated believers, left the resurrection out of our gospel message? But Paul teaches us that we must come to grips with the biblical reality that the resurrection of Christ cannot be divorced from the death of Christ when we speak about the gospel. Should we separate the two, we will seriously miss the significance of the resurrection for our salvation. 2. The resurrection of Christ is the fuel that ignites our preaching to a lost world. Ask yourself this: Would your preaching look any different if Christ had not risen from the dead? If your answer to that question is no, then there is a serious problem. The reason is simple: you are misrepresenting God, for you are preaching that he raised Christ when he did no such thing (15:15). In short, if Christ did not rise from the grave, we have no good news. 3. The resurrection of Christ saves. Perhaps the most sobering statement Paul makes in 1 Corinthians 15 is that “if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile and you are still in your sins” (15:17). So often we limit our understanding of salvation to the death of Christ. And certainly the death of Christ, as Paul says in Romans 3:2526, is the very basis of our justification. It is through his “one act of righteousness” (Rom. 5:18), the “propitiation by his blood” (Rom. 3:2526), that sinners are declared righteous in God’s sight. But there is more, much more, to be said. Not only does the substitutionary death of Christ save, but so also does his resurrection. By raising Jesus from the dead, God declared his satisfaction and approval of the payment Christ made on our behalf, for our sins, on the cross. 4. The resurrection of Christ is the basis for future hope. How practical Christ’s resurrection is—precisely because Christ has been raised, we can tell those looking into the casket of their loved ones that this is not the end of the story. Apart from the resurrection of Christ, we have no future hope. As Paul says in no uncertain terms, if Christ has not been raised then we, out of all people, are to be “pitied,” for our hope in Christ fails to extend beyond this present life (1 Cor. 15:19). Pastor Jason Kokenzie would like to invite you to attend services at Firestone Baptist Church. The church meets at Carbon Valley Academy, 4040 Coriolis Way Frederick, CO 80504. Sunday School 9:30AM & Morning Worship 10:00AM. Wednesday Bible Study meets at 142 6th st Frederick Unit 1 at 7PM. Children’s Programs available at all services. Contact information: FirestoneBaptist.com / 3037369959.
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Thanks Giving Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
The change of seasons presents an excellent opportunity for self reflection, introspection, and renewal. The Five Element Theory of Chinese Medicine associates all energy and substance to five elements: wood, fire, earth, metal and water. Each element corresponds to particular organs, emotions and seasons. Autumn is characterized by the Metal element. Metal corresponds to the Lung and Large Intestine. These are the organs of inspiration, exhalation, absorption and elimination. The lungs receive necessary oxygen and eliminate carbon dioxide, taking in what we need, and eliminating what no longer serves a purpose for our system. The large intestine functions to eliminate waste products. Both organs need to eliminate properly for survival. If the large intestine is not functioning properly, waste can build up and begin to rot or leak toxins into the body, and these toxins usually try to then escape through the skin . Constipation, emotional stagnation, acne, and accumulation of phlegm can result from a sluggish Large Intestine or Lung. The emotional process of elimination, or “letting go” is not an easy practice for many people. Generally, in this culture we have the desire to hold on. We collect mementos, clothing, pictures, and we hold onto relationships, pain, ideas and values that may not be serving us anymore. The lesson of autumn and the metal element is that of trusting that letting go of what no longer serves a purpose will bring us what we need to receive. The challenge may be having faith that we always receive exactly what we need, recognizing it, and expressing our deepest gratitude for these gifts. Autumn is a special time of the year to eliminate unwanted materials, emotions, habits and beliefs. It is also a great time to take the opportunity to clean out both emotional and physical spaces. As we breath in, we accept what is necessary and favorable, and as we breath out, we get rid of anything that is not serving us anymore. As we go through our homes and offices getting rid of the accumulated “stuff” that no longer serves a purpose, it allows us some time to think about what we value both materially and spiritually. What is no longer valuable to us may be absolutely essential to another. This time then provides a moment to give to others in need, while also providing an opportunity to give thanks and appreciation for what we have, and space to receive what is truly essential. As always, please feel free to call with any questions! Daisy Lear, MSOM, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac. is located at 1159 Lefthand Drive | Longmont, CO 80501 | 303.587.3557 | Private Practice since 2001. She is the Founder & President of Acupuncture for Veterans and their Families at AVFinfo.org since 2009.
Survive to Thrive
A new post-cancer support group called “Survive to Thrive” is beginning at 7 pm, Thursday, November 6, at the Rocky Mountain Christian Church - Frederick Campus, 5860 Majestic St., Frederick. If you’re a cancer survivor and would like to attend the weekly group, please contact Cris Crisfield at ccrisfield@rmccc.org to sign up.
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HEALTHY Holiday Survival Tips
Taking a break from your fitness program until after the New Year will only leave you stressed, overweight and discouraged. The holiday season is emotional and time consuming enough with out derailing your nutrition and fitness goals. Here are some thoughts and tips to help you get through this holiday season and still feel good about yourself when you ring in the New Year. 1. Don’t blame anyone or anything! When we blame the holiday festivities for our lack of responsibility we are still faulting ourselves. When you blame someone or something for the shape of your life you are making excuses as to why your life is not perfect. If you approach the holiday season with a conscious mind… you will be able to make the appropriate choices that won’t sabotage your efforts. 2. Schedule exercise into your day. Be flexible when your days get busy. Instead of skipping the evening walk or gym because you have an office party wake up an hour earlier and walk or workout before work. Plan out how and when your workouts will happen. If it is not on your schedule you will most likely let everything else take up your precious time. 3. Be pro-active not reactive. If you know that someone or something is going to trigger an emotional response, be prepared for it. Don’t let emotional eating dominate your nutrition this season. If the holidays are stressful for you and eating is your vice, you need to find another outlet to relieve stress. Weight lifting, running and yoga are just a few ideas to help you de-stress this season. 4. To avoid overindulging at parties, make sure you eat normally that day. Starving yourself beforehand often backfires. Choose low calorie snack options such as fresh fruits and veggies to help fill you up and then opt for cheese and proteins next. Allow yourself one indulgence if you feel like you need to. Limit your alcohol intake by having a glass of wine or beer followed by iced water with lemon or a seltzer water spritzer. Pace yourself. 5. Don’t feel obligated to eat everything at a family party. Simply state that you are trying to stay healthy this holiday season and you appreciate all of the food that was prepared, but you will not be partaking in some of the choices. You can also bring your own healthy side dish to share with the other guests. 6. Stay positive and happy. People will be naturally attracted to you and will wonder what your secret to happiness and good health is. You can pay it forward by helping someone else with staying accountable to their goals. If you feel like you need an accountability coach through this holiday season, I would be happy to help out. Please contact me to schedule a free consultation. Find me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/justtrifitness ~Shelly N. Porcaro, NASM-CES/ CPT, SFN (303)594-8325 shelly@justtrifitness.com www.justtrifitness.com.
Nurse Next Door Provides Peace-of-Mind Care
By Jan Sciacca I imagine if this article catches you’re eye, you’re either wanting to stay in your home as long as possible (or forever) or you’re an adult child wondering how to help mom or dad stay in their home as long as possible. There are so many issues to think about. Although cost is almost always at the top of the list, moving out of one’s home to assisted living or the thought of having family or someone else come in to provide care is simply traumatic and one that most of us will avoid until a crisis causes us to act. The Nurse Next Door Fort Collins and Nurse Next Door Boulder are worth checking out right now. Nurse Next Door provides private pay home health care services to help clients fill their wish of staying in their home. They provide as little as 3 hours a week of assistance to round the clock assistance. Nurse Next Door is a Class A licensed Home Health Agency which means they can provide skilled nursing, nurse aid and personal care services (including homemaking and companionship services). They can also provide care to a client as his or her care need advances from non-medical services to skilled nursing services, in some cases without changing the caregiver. Nurse Next Door’s goal is to find a perfect match between a caregiver and a client. Nurse Next Door works very closely with Medicare, Medicaid and Hospice agencies to ensure the client has access to all services available to them. For Nurse Next Door it is about caring, not just health care and they promise to do whatever it takes to bring you peace of mind. Jason and Tiffany Turner purchased the Nurse Next Door Fort Collins franchise in June 2013 and expanded in June 2014 by purchasing the Nurse Next Door Boulder. They are excited that they can now service Boulder and Broomfield counties, which in turn allows them to assist members of their home church, LifeBridge Christian Church, of Longmont. They currently employ 29 caregivers in Northern Colorado. Jason and Tiffany relocated to Mead this year so that they could service both franchises more efficiently. The Turners have three children: Varick 5 years old, Sasha 3 and Calian 22 months. Jason and Tiffany know first-hand how hard it is to care for loved ones while at the same time caring for one’s family. Prior to purchasing Nurse Next Door, they each helped a grandparent pass and then Jason’s father suffered a major stroke at the age of 54. Nurse Next Door allows families to focus on being a family and not worry about the caregiving. Tiffany shares one of her favorite memories this way. “There was a gentleman we worked with who was receiving hospice care due to terminal lymphoma. The client was briefly hospitalized and would need 24/7 care after he was discharged home to care for the client and assist his 84 year-old wife with daily chores and companionship. The hospital discharge was rescheduled numerous times but the client’s daughter and I stayed in touch via text messaging so that we could be sure to have a caregiver at the house as soon as the client arrived home via ambulance. Our caregivers rearranged their schedules to ensure we had 24/7 care until he passed.
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Bingo for Dictionaries!
Just a reminder that we have our Rotary Bingo this Saturday, November 1st at the Carbon Valley Rec Center. Doors open at 6:00 and bingo starts at 7:00. $5 entry – Zadel Real Estate has tickets available at the office or let Greg Zadel know and he’ll save them for you at the door. As before, packets are $5 each and there is $1000 in prize money. The proceeds from this event go to getting dictionaries for all of the 3rd graders in the Carbon Valley area.
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Wanted to hire: Experienced Line Cook. Stop in at Pepper Jack's Grille at I-25 & Hwy 52 to fill out application. We are a busy restaurant and need experienced staff. [7-14]
No time to clean? Let me do it for you! Home or office. $15 per hour, 2 hour minimum. Linette 303-775-1673 [11-14]
Lawn Tractor / Riding Mower Rescue I haul away broken riding mowers & lawn tractors. Mark 303-532-6733 [7-14]
Dog Grooming: Licensed Home groomer has availability. Call Brandi for an appointment. 303.359.3102 [11-14]
1982 Chevy Silverado, 1/2 ton, Long Bed 305 ci, Automatic, A/C(needs a charge), Bed Liner R & L Gas Tanks, Just Passed Emissions! $2500 303-772-1322 [9-14]
Handyman/Handyma'am! A treasure trove of tools and fasteners. No more extra runs to the hareware store, you'll have it on hand! Bulk rates available. 303-8331266 [9-14]
Person(s) who removed 16' telescopic silver aluminum flagpole, 3'x5' Stitched American flag, & solar flag light from my residence between 8/22 and 8/23/14 - Please return ASAP. 720-394-0699 [9-14]
Saturday November 15th, 9am-4pm, Learn Dowsing for Wellness clinic Frederick , Colorado $147.00, to register contact Beth, 303-746-7786 [11-14]
Saturday December 13th, 9am-3pm, Canine Massage and Acupressure clinic for Dog Lovers, Frederick, Colorado $127 to register contact Beth, 303-746-7786 [11-14]
JAMBERRY Nail Wraps!! They come in over 300 unique designs! Contact me to place an order or request a FREE sample!! epbeatty@hotmail.com facebook.com/ LizBeattyJamConsultant [10-14]
Motorcycle luggage bag (includes small top bag) $50 Baby stroller- great condition, pink and brown $50 Helmet- women's extra small, full face/tinted shield $15. 720-552-7750 [7-14]
Glass and Wrought Iron Table with 4-chairs. The Table: Wrought Iron with 45 x 45 glass table top. Includes 4 matching chairs with green tweed-like seats. All in excellent condition. $250/offer 720.340.4778 [9-14]
Free Fertilizer...Bring your shovel and vehicle. 303-833-0345 [9-14] Holiday Shopping Nights: Friday, Nov 7th and Sat, Nov. 8th from 7-9:30 each night. There are 7-8 vendors each night (different each night) and Drawing for prizes, refreshments and holiday shopping! At 6253 Union Ave, in Firestone. Come have fun! [11-14]
Small engine service and repair - Lawnmowers, Snow Blowers, rototillers, etc. Call Terry at 303-833-2959 [9-14]
PIANO LESSONS - all ages, all levels (including adults). I am a well-respected teacher with 30 years of experience in Colorado. I have a comfortable home studio east of Longmont off Hwy. 119. Contact me at (303) 776.6217 or spmusic@msn.com for a free introductory lesson now! [9-14]
L. G. Everist, Inc., an industry leader in the production of construction aggregates has immediate openings for full time Equipment Operators and General Laborers at several of our locations in the Ft. Lupton and Firestone, CO areas. Qualified applicants must have a valid driver’s license and ability to do heavy lifting. Previous experience as an equipment operator is preferred. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package in a family friendly environment. Please call (303) 651-3308 for more information, apply in person at 12248 Weld Count Road 15, Longmont, CO 80504, or log on to www.lgeverist.com and select the About Us/Careers tab to submit an application online. Pre-employment drug screen and e-Verify required prior to employment. EOE
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Confirming the Word Bible Training Center Opens
Founder and Instructor, Steve Shank, who has devoted the last 35 years of his life to teaching in Bible Schools worldwide, has opened a training center in Longmont, located conveniently at 600 South Airport Rd, Ste 203, which is at the corner of Airport Rd. and Nelson. A free night, open to the public, will be available Tuesday, November 4 at 6:30 pm, with author and speaker Joey LeTourneau. A new training session begins Monday, November 17. Both day and night classes are available. Day classes are 9 am-noon, Monday through Thursday and night classes are 6:30-9 pm on Thuesday and Thurdayt. Pastor Steve says, “If you feel like you’ve been at the same level in your spiritual walk for way too long--Confirming The Word is for you! You will learn in an interactive, comprehensively structured format that insures your spiritual growth and advancement. Students love the relaxed atmosphere and easy interaction with the teachers. Visiting guest speakers come from all over the world giving international insight and perspective. We have had students attend from Longmont, Frederick, Niwot, Boulder, Lafayette, Johnstown, Broomfield, Brighton, Berthoud, Thornton, and Fort Collins.” Pastor Steve was part of a team that started a Bible Training Center in Kingston, Jamaica. He shares that “Kingston is a city full of churches. Our training center proved to be a place where people could discover their giftings and potential, thereby being a greater asset to their own church and community. Plus, to be secure in your own personal identity is a wonderful feeling!” He is thrilled that the same model is now available a few minutes away from the I-25 Corridor Communities. Rebecca Kersey, a recent CFW graduate, shares “I started attending Confirming The Word because I wanted to develop a consistent, intimate relationship with my Holy Father, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit; and to be fully alive in God! I now have knowledge and understanding of my created value through the eyes of God and this changes everything in my life! Class at CTW is fun-lots of laughter and enjoying the presence of God together. You will develop precious friendships and learn how incredibly loved and valuable you truly are.” Pastor Steve Shank has made over 80 trips to other nations teaching in adult Bible Schools. It’s a passion of his to relate to the students and see them grow spiritually. Plans are under way to begin a Confirming The Word in Edinburgh, Scotland in the Fall of 2015. This new school will be staffed by graduates of the Colorado Training Center. Contact information for Confirming the Word is ctwboulder@gmail.com, confirmingtheword.org and 720-235-9460.
Area Churches Dacono New Horizons Christian Church Worship 10:00 a.m. & Bible School 9:00a 303-833-3013 530 Cherry St., Dacono Pastor Rob Thomas Carbon Valley Seventh-Day Adventist Church 422 8th St. #A, Dacono, CO 80514 Sabbath School 9:45 A.M. Saturday Worship Service 11:15 A.M. Pastor Frank Wilson 720-939-5472 www.carbonvalleysda.org 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 The Fort Foursquare Church Sun. Worship 11:00 AM 217 4th St., Dacono, CO 80514 thefortchurch@yahoo.com Pastor David Findley Frederick Living Water North Gate Thursday’s: Youth Group 7pm Friday’s: Celebrate Recovery 7pm Sunday’s: Donuts, Coffee & Juice 9-10am Sunday’s: Celebration Time - 10am First Saturday of every month: The Brook Worship Night at 7pm Call 303-668-1329 for current Home Groups and Bible Studies info 7073 Colo. Blvd. Frederick www.livingwater.la Pastor: Steve Owings L.I.F.E. Fellowship Sun. School 9a & Service 10a 451 Oak St., Frederick (303)451-5433 www.lifefrederick.org Pastor Brady Thornton St. Theresa Catholic Church 502 Walnut Street, Frederick Mass: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 8:30am Saturday: 6:00pm Sun.: 10:30am and 12:30pm Espanol & 5:00pm Espanol (303) 833-2966 Fr. Hernan Florez, Pastor St. Brigit Episcopal Church Sun. Worship: 9:30am 110 Johnson St. Frederick 720-208-0280 www.stbrigit.org Pastor: Felicia SmithGraybeal
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 Sun. Worship 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. 5860 Majestic St (CR13 N. of Hwy 52), Frederick 303.652.2211 www.rmcc.org Lead Pastor Shan Moyers Cowboy Christian Fellowship Wednesdays from 7-8 p.m. Rinn UMC 3783 Bella Rosa Pkwy Frederick Sue-Marie or Galen at 3- 661-0841. or e-mail gasue303@msn.com. Frederick Foursquare Spanish Church Sun. 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 Rinn United Methodist Church Worship 9:30a Sun. School 10:45a Cowboy Fellowship Weds. 7:00p 3783 Bella Rosa Pkwy & 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 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Sts 9029 Grand Mesa Avenue, Frederick Rinn Valley Ward Bishop Paul Glover 303-815-5059 Sacrament Meeting: 9 a.m. Saddleback Ward Bishop David Parker 303-833-2121 Sacrament Meeting: 11 a.m. Firestone Prairie Community Church Worship Service Sun. at 10:30 a.m. (303)651-1640 www.prairiecc.org Coal Ridge M.S., 6201 Booth Dr, Firestone Pastor Brian Thompson
Grace Point Community Church Firestone, CO 80520 720-217-3407 www.go2gracepoint.com Pastor Tim Lyon
Calvary Bible Church Sun. Worship 10:30 am Erie High School-3150 WCR 5-Erie Student Ministry for Middle & High School 303-442-3484 www.calvarybible.com
Firestone Baptist Church Sun. School 9a Worship 10a 4040 Coriolos Way, Frederick (Carbon Valley Academy) www.firestonebaptist.com 303-736-9959 Pastor Jason Kokenzie
Erie United Methodist Church 604 Holbrook St, Erie (across Town Hall) Sun. School 9:30a.m. (for all ages) Worship 10:30 a.m. Nursery provided 303-828-3906 Pastor Jim Calhoun
Erie 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 Life Song Church of Erie Sun. School 9:15a Service 10:15a 303-828-1040 www.lifesongchurch.org 500 Briggs St., Erie St. Scholastica Catholic Church Liturgy: Tuesday 6:00pm Saturday 3:00pm ; Sun. 9:00am 303-828-4221 or 303-833-2966 Main & Wells in Erie, CO Fr. Hernan Florez, Administrator 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 303669-5180 Impact Rock Church (303) 835-4214 www.impactrock.com 470 Briggs St Erie, CO 80516 Rejoice Lutheran Church Sun. Worship: 8:00am and 10:30am Renovations are completed & we are worshipping at 3413 Lowell Lane, Erie. 303-828-3953 www.rejoicelutheran.net Pastor Ruby Narucki Living the Truth Ministries Bible believing Church; We want to grow with you. Sun. 10 am and 6 pm Thursday 6 pm 545 Main St., Erie, CO (720)272-2026 Pastor Carl Gerdes New Hope Fellowship/Erie Baptist Church Corner of Cheeseman & High, Erie Sun. 10:00 am & Children’s 10:30 am (303) 828-0638 Pastor Dr. Mitch Gardne
Mead Abundant Life Church Sun. Service & Sun. School 10:00a 970-535-0311 4380 Hwy. 66 (.3 mile east of I-25 on south) revspeaks@gmail.com Pastor Jim Coleman Guardian Angels Catholic Church 15179 3rd Ave. (WCR 7) in Mead Daily Mass: Mon 5:30p Tu-Th 7:30a Fri 8:30am Sat Anticipatory Mass: 5:30 pm Sun. 7:30, 9:00 & 10:30 am 1st Sunday: 6:00p mass in lieu of 7:30a 970-535-0721 info@meadangels.org Rev. Alan Hartway, Administrator Mead United Methodist Church Sun. Worship - 9:00am 511 Palmer Ave, Mead, (970)535-4249 Pastor Mark Heiss Longmont Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church Sun. Services 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. 640 Alpine St., Longmont, CO 80504 303-776-1789 www.coslongmont.org Calvary Chapel of Longmont Sun. Service @ 09:30am Thursday Worship & Prayer @ 07:00pm 1801 Sunset Place Suite D in Longmont 303-870-1861 Pastor: Michael Patrick LifeBridge Christian Church Worship Saturdays at 5 p.m. & Sundays at 9:30 & 11 a.m. 10345 Ute Hwy, Longmont 303.776.2927 www.lbcc.org Pastor Rick Rusaw
Community Bible Study Practical Lessons on Christian Living in Today’s World
Join us for this 18 week life changing study of the book of REVELATION (18 weeks study.) Revelation is an exciting study in which Jesus Christ appears in all His Glory. Prophecies are examined against the backdrop of God’s overriding plan for creation since the beginning of time and on through eternity. Each Tuesday morning from 9:15 - 11:15 a.m. beginning January 6 thru May 5, 2015 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 and 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.
New Creation Church 737 Bross Street Longmont, CO 80501 www.newcreation.net 303-776-4225 Sundays: 8:30 and 10:45 AM Platteville 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 Messiahville Baptist 4700 CR 6 (east of I-25) Sun. School 9:45a Service 11a 720-253-5783 NoahsBiblePark.com Pastor Moore 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 Ft. Lupton 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 Saint Andrews Episcopal Church Worship 8am Sun. 303-650-6170 204 Park Avenue Ft. Lupton Reverend Gary Sitton Destination Ministries "First for Him, Then each other" Gathering at Ft. Lupton Rec. Center Study @ 8:30am, Message @ 10am Lafayette St. Columba Orthodox Church Anglican/ Western Rite Sun. Matins 8:30a, Divine Liturgy 9:30a 726 N 119th at Highway 7, Lafayette 720-208-6281 www.stcolumbachurch.org Fr. Les Bundy, Pastor Flatirons Community Church 355 W South Boulder Road, Lafayette Sat. 5p & 6:45p and Sun. 9a & 10:45a 303-664-5524 Jim Bergen
Cairn Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Progressive, Open and Engaged Sunday Worship:10:00 a.m. Education Hour: 11:30 a.m. www.cairnchristianchurch.com www.facebook.com/cairnchristian.church 1700 Stonehenge Drive Lafayette, CO 80026 303-442-1861 (p); 303-442-6413 (f) Rev. Dr. Charisa Hunter-Crump CharisaHunterCrump@ CairnChristianChurch.com Misc Areas 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 Northern Hills Church Meets Sundays at 9:00 and 10:45am 5061 E. 160th Ave Brighton, CO (on Hwy 7) 720.685.1717 www.northernhills.cc Pastor Rob Kelly Calvary Chapel North Denver Best Western Hotel - Heritage Club Rm 1900 Ken Pratt Blvd., 2nd Floor Longmont, CO 303-933-8733 or 303-775-8521 Pastor Gino Geraci Service: Saturday evenings at 7:00 First United Methodist Church of Platteville Sunday School and WorshipSunday 11:00 am 316 Elizabeth Ave Platteville, CO 80651 970-785-6158 www.plattevilleumc.com Pastor Mark L. Heiss 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 carbonvalley@gmail.com.
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Surviving the Holidays
Grief and loss are especially difficult at holiday times for friends and families who have lost a loved one. Who do you know that might benefit from New Creation Church’s upcoming seminar titled “Surviving the Holidays”? “Surviving the Holidays,” produced by GriefShare will be held Monday, November 24, 7-9 FOOTHILLS pm in the Fellowship Hall of New Creation Church, 737 Bross, Longmont. The seminar features video GARDENS OF MEMORY interviews with counselors, grief experts and other Above Ground Cremation Niches people who have experienced the holidays after their loved one’s death and who offer practical suggestions and reassurance. Those attending will discover: • What emotions to expect during the coming days • How to prepare for the holidays • How to manage relationships and holiday socials • How the holidays can help you heal There is no charge to attend, and those who attend will receive a free book with over 30 daily readings, providing additional insights and ideas Niche package for two $4,195 on holiday survival. New Creation Church member Jan Sciacca say the church’s goal is not to get folks Plus two (2) Direct Cremations to come to their church, request money of them or payments available sell them anything. She added, “We understand how Call for information deeply grief and loss hurt people and families, and 720.771.1611 we simply want the community to be aware of our upcoming seminar to provide hope and healing.” For more information, contact Barbara Mitchell at 720.261.6996 or barbara.mitchell@live.com.
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Women’s Bible Connection (WBC) has started at Rocky Mountain Christian Church in Frederick! WBC is a Bible study program that is committed to enriching the lives of women through the study of God’s word. RMCC is located at 5860 Majestic Street in Frederick. WBC will meet every Thursday from 9-11:15am, September through April 2015. It’s not too late to join us! For more information or to register, please call Gabe Taylor, 303868-9911, or email her at wbcfrederick@gmail.com We look forward to hearing from you!
GRIEF WORKSHOP ! ! !
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• The loss of a loved one can be devastating.! • Failing to face and process your grief can cause an inability to move forward.! • No matter how recent or how long ago your loss, you are welcome to join us in a 5 week grief workshop to aide in the healing of families and individuals in our community that are experiencing the loss of a loved one.! • We encourage you to invite a friend or family member, so that they may understand your grief.!
! !• You will hear personal stories from your peers in a supportive environment that is loving, caring, accepting and encouraging. You will have the opportunity to connect with someone who may be experiencing the same loss.!
!• Teaching led by a Board CertiÞed Clinical Chaplain & Grief Counselor on !
coping and understanding the full impact on what has happened.! It takes great strength and courage to face grief!
! for they will be comforted Blessed are those who mourn, Matthew 5:4 !
Location: 143 S. 2nd Place Brighton, CO 80601! Dates & Times: To be held on Wednesday’s from 6:30-8:00pm!
Beginning Wednesday October 22! October 29 ! November 5 Partnering with:! November 12 ! November 19! Registration: Email Richardlambertmemorialfoundation@outlook.com! or you may Call Susan at 303-875-2347!
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Celtic Spirituality Workshop With Stefan Andre Waligur (Macushla) 10:00a.m.-4:00p.m.
Our day will begin with a workshop on Celtic Spirituality, led by Stefan Andre Waligur. Stefan prefers to be called Macushla, a Gaelic term of endearment meaning “Heartbeat of the Beloved.” He is a contemplative, musician/composer, retreat leader and leader of New Chant around the world. The workshop will be an experiential exploration of the ancient, beautiful and profound tradition of Celtic Spirituality though song, prayer, storytelling, poetry and conversation. It will be held at St. Brigit Episcopal Church, 110 Johnson Street, Frederick, CO, from 10am-4pm. Attendees are asked to bring a sack lunch. Beverages will be provided. Here is some interesting biographical information on our workshop leader, Stefan Waligur (Macushla): Classically trained at the New England Conservatory, Macushla has served as Liturgical Musician for the ecumenical Church of the Savior in Washington, D.C., as Chaplain at the American University, Adjunct Faculty at Memphis Theological Seminary and Music Director at the Theological College in Washington, D.C. His music has been performed at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. and Grace Cathedral in San Francisco as well as by the Chamber Brass of Boston, the Artaria String Quartet, and the Pittsburgh New Music Ensemble. After a life-changing visit to the Taize Community in France, Macushla began to write music in a similar style. Although similar to Taize chants, his chants incorporate American rhythms and harmonies, Celtic melodies and the call-and-response style of Indian raga. Now a growing number of churches and gatherings in the U.S. and Europe are regularly using these chants. For the past ten years Macushla has traveled extensively, sharing his music in Europe, the U.S., Israel/ Palestine and India. He now calls Ireland home.
Irish Ceili and Potluck
6:30p.m.-8:30p.m Beginning at 6:30pm we will enjoy a traditional Irish Ceili, a party with live music, dancing and storytelling. Guests are asked to bring a dish to share. Beverages will be provided. Both events are free of charge and open to the public. Guest may attend one or both events. Please visit stbrigit.org or call 720-208-0280 for more information.
If Only I Had … From griefshare.org
Day 86 “In God’s economy you can’t go back and say, ‘I should have done this,’ ‘I should have done that,’ or ‘I didn’t do this right,’” says Barbara Johnson, “because you did the best you could at the time that you did it. God knows your heart, and you can’t live in a state of regret or wishing you had done something different. There has to be closure to that.” Many times you may beat yourself up thinking about the things you did wrong in regard to your loved one, or you are plagued with thoughts about what you could have done differently. John’s son committed suicide. He says, “Afterwards, I remembered every time that I had mistreated him or punished him unjustly. I recalled every time I had yelled at him out of frustration and anger—everything I had done wrong as a parent to him. It’s like I was on the witness stand and there was a prosecutor who said, ‘You did this and you did that.’” John realized that his thoughts of blame, regret, and self-condemnation were harmful and they needed to stop. He knew that good, uplifting, and strengthening thoughts are from God and he needed to focus on them. He says, “God in his grace also reminded me of when I would come home and eat lunch with my son and we would have little talks. The little things we did were good. We did have some really good times.” Remember the good times, and counter your “if onlys” with Scripture. God’s Word is powerful and will help you conquer the negative thoughts that play in your head. Choose a Bible verse to repeat throughout the day, replacing harmful thoughts with God’s healing words. “You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness” (Ephesians 4:22-24). Lord God, teach me to put off my old habits of self-condemnation and bitter regret and replace them with a new attitude of prayer and Christlikeness. Amen.
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Obituaries
~Obituaries & Memorial Messages are always FREE in the CVCR~ Please tell the funeral home or e-mail to carbonvalley@gmail.com
Jean Drieth
April 25, 1926 ~ Sept. 30, 2014
Jean Drieth, 88, of Longmont, died September 30, 2014 at her residence while surrounded by her loving family. Jean was born April 25, 1926 in Purcell, Colorado to Carl and Anna (Burke) Kellogg. On December 10, 1942 she married Joseph Drieth. They would make their home in Longmont where they would raise their three children. In 1960 they bought the “farm” and together they would spend the next years raising sugar beets and many other crops. Jean would help Joe doing everything from picking dirt clods off the belt to driving tractors and trucks. She loved the farm life, and loved being a farm wife. Jean also enjoyed gardening, canning, cooking, crossword puzzles, and living in Colorado. Jean was also very proud of her family. Jean is survived by her children, Sharon Davis of Platteville, and William Drieth of Longmont, and Son-in-law Kenneth Brock of Allenspark. Grandchildren, Lyle Davis of Platteville, Steve (Kelly) Davis of Ft. Lupton, Scott (Rebecka) Drieth of Johnstown, Sean (Miki) Drieth of Longmont, Christy (Eric Johnson) Angevine of Longmont, Dan Brock of Ft. Collins, and Dave (Claire) Brock of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, as well as her great-grandchildren, Joslynn, Tyler, Hailey, Stevie Jo, Jakob, Zora, TJ, Blake, Alexandria, Lucy, and Max. She was preceded in death by her parents, Husband Joe, Daughter Virginia “Ginny” Brock, brothers Leonard Kellogg, Ralph Kellogg, Kenneth Kellogg, George Kellogg, and a sister Dorothy Dodds. Funeral Services were October 6, 2014 in the Howe Mortuary Chapel. Burial followed at Foothills Gardens of Memory. Please visit www.howemortuary.com to share thoughts, memories and condolences with the family.
Richard Unrein
April 3 1929 ~ October 18, 2014
Richard Unrein, of Parker, died October 18, 2014 at Life Care Center of Stonegate, Parker, Colorado. He was 85. Richard was born on April 3, 1929 in Brownell, Kansas to Pete Unrein and Katherine Werth Unrein. Raised in Kansas, he attended school before joining his father in farming. Richard moved to Colorado and the Frederick area. He married Virginia Lee Sekich on November 20, 1954 at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church, Frederick. He worked for Great Western Sugar, before entering the construction business. He worked for Zimmerman Sheet Metal, Peter Kiewit Construction for a number of years before going into business for himself. He partnered with Frank Milavec and their construction company built many homes and commercial business, largely in the Tri-Town area. He later worked for Valley Bank in a number of different roles. Richard was a sports fanatic, enjoying any number of events in person or on television. He was a season ticket holder from 1960 with the Denver Broncos. He was also a Colorado Rockie Fan. He picked up a hobby of going to sales to collect any number of items made of copper. His collect was extensive and exotic. Preceding him in death are his parents, wife, sisters Gertie Muths, Alice Konicek, and Carrie Dagenhardt; and brothers Walter and Ralph Unrein. Surviving are his daughter Cindy (Gabe) Chengery of Thornton; son Don (Martie) Unrein of Larkspur, Colorado; grandchildren Garret (Becky) Unrein, Derrick (Shelbie) Unrein, Chad (Jenna) Unrein, Emily Unrein, Jennifer (Bill) Last, Gabriel Chengery and Catherine Chengery; and eight great grandchildren Andrew, Isaac, Ella, Tessa, Kai, Addie, Eli, and Lil. A Recitation of the Rosary and Funeral Mass were held October 24, 2014 at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church, Frederick. Please share your thoughts, memories and condolences with the family at www. howemortuary.com.
Christopher Joseph Welsh May 8, 1948 ~ October 4, 2014
Christopher Joseph Welsh, died October 4, 2014 at his residence, following a brief illness. He was 66. Chris was born on May 8, 1948 in Cleveland, Ohio to Joseph Welsh ad Margaret E. Mayer. He was raised in Cleveland and moved to Colorado in 1981. Along with his brother, he owned and operated Welsh Floor Covering. He married Theodora (Teddy) Archuleta. Preceding him in death are his parents, wife and a daughter Tracy Welsh. Surviving are his sister Marcia (Kurt) Schekel of Vancouver, Washington; a brother Michael (Kathy) Welsh of Mead; grandchildren Desiree Jones of Greeley; Kylie Welsh of Longmont and Dakota Welsh of Longmont; and great grandchildren Skylar Jones and Xavier Welsh. A visitation was held October 10, 2014 at the Howe Mortuary. Graveside Services were held at the Foothills Gardens of Memory. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2014 at the Platteville First United Methodist Church. Contributions may be made to the United Methodist Church of Platteville. Please share your thoughts, memories and condolences with the family at www. howemortuary.com.
Wilma N. Carr
Dec. 5, 1922 ~ October 23, 2014
Wilma N. Carr, 91, of Dacono, CO, passed away October 23, 2014 at the Peaks Care Center in Longmont. She was born on December 5, 1922 in Fort Pierre, South Dakota to Andrew and Marne Olesen. She graduated from Gettysburg (SD) High School in 1939. Wilma married Wayne M. Carr on September 19, 1942 in Lincoln, NE. They moved to the Longmont area in 1957 from Edgemont, SD and have lived in Dacono since 1971. A loving homemaker and mother, Wilma also worked as a waitress at the Silver Spur restaurant from 1957-1960 and beginning in 1962 she worked at Bob’s Toy Chest, where she established and ran the craft department for 25 years. Wilma was a member of Rinn United Methodist Church and active in United Methodist Women. She was also a member of the Tri-Town Lions Club and the Tri-Town Senior Center. She and her late husband were members of American Legion Post 32, and enjoyed many fun times at their trailer at Beaver Lake. Wilma was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels and the 9 Health Fair. She enjoyed many crafts including crocheting, painting ceramic pieces and making homemade Christmas ornaments and decorations. In her later life Wilma enjoyed weekly shopping trips to King Soopers. Wilma is preceded in death by her parents, husband Wayne, daughter Cheryl Gittlein and 2 grandsons, Jeff and Ken Carr. Wilma is survived by her son Michael Carr (Brenda) of Longmont, CO, daughters Marna Nicholson (JC) of Firestone, CO, LouAnn Hodge (Jim) of Longmont, CO, Candy Kemp (Doug) of Pharr, TX, 15 grandchildren , 27 great-grandchildren with a 28th on the way and 5 great-great-grandchildren Funeral services were held at 10:30am Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at Rinn United Methodist Church. Interment at Foothills Gardens of Memory. Memorial contributions can be made to Susan G. Komen for the Cure or a Hospice of your choice and sent in care of Ahlberg Funeral Chapel. Visit www.ahlbergfuneralchapel.com to share condolences.
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Firestone Routine Water Sampling Detects Lead in Homes’ Internal Water Supply Town Water Supply Safe
Ongoing water testing conducted by the Town of Firestone has discovered that six homes built before 1986 have water within the home’s internal plumbing with high lead levels. The lead levels found within these homes exceeded the maximum contaminate level for lead in the drinking water, which is 15ppb. Similar results in 2012 required the Town to embark on a rigorous sampling process. Recent tests have prompted the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to require the Town to take 40 samples every six months in 2015, rather than 20 samples every three years, as well as entry point sampling. Firestone residents should rest assured that the Town water supply is safe. All Townowned service lines coming into residents homes are type K copper with no lead services. In addition, backflow devices within the system are designed to prevent contamination from residents’ internal water plumbing into the Town’s system. The Town purchases treated water from Central Weld County Water District, which is delivered to the Carbon Valley area and several other communities through transmission lines from Carter Lake. The Town of Firestone is concerned about the health of their residents because lead can cause serious health problems if too much enters your body from drinking water or other sources, especially for pregnant women and children 6 years and younger. It can cause damage to the brain and kidneys, and can interfere with the production of red blood cells that carry oxygen to all parts of your body. Scientists have linked the effects of lead on the brain with lowered IQ in children. Adults with kidney problems and high blood pressure can be affected by low levels of lead more than healthy adults. Lead is stored in the bones and it can be
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Centura Health, the region’s health care leader, today announced plans for a 10,800-square foot ambulatory health center in Dacono, Colo. located at I-25 and County Road 8 (Summit Boulevard). The new health and wellness center, opening in the Fall of 2014 will seamlessly incorporate the key components of optimal health – primary care, specialty services, diagnostic imaging and wellness services - to provide Dacono and nearby communities with convenient, integrated, high-value care. “The City of Dacono is pleased to welcome Centura Health to our community. This amazing facility will deliver a variety of health care and wellness options to Dacono residents and the surrounding community. Everything from the building to the services offered is well thought-out and we are thrilled to have them in our city,” stated Dacono Mayor, Charles Sigman. The Center will co-locate providers and services to promote care coordination with multiple access points. Centura Health is focused on helping individuals manage their health from a wellness perspective with both a service-friendly environment and affordable costs. Through this “health neighborhood” approach, Centura Health is advancing the delivery of health care, improving the health of the populations we serve and caring for communities throughout Colorado and Western Kansas through a physician-led, team-medicine approach, focused on promoting quality care by utilizing evidence-based medicine and best practices to offer consumers the Total Health Solution. Funding for the $7 million dollar project is made possible by Catholic Health Initiatives, co-sponsor of Centura Health. Construction on the 10,800-square foot center in Dacono will begin this month and will include: • A five-acre, helipad-ready site to support emergent health care needs • Physicians and mid-level providers for primary care, obstetrics and gynecology and a number of rotating specialists based on needs of the community • Outpatient imaging services • Health and wellness services delivered to the customer’s room, such as nutrition counseling and wellness strategies
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