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By Peggy Blewett It is that time of year where everyone is thinking about making New Year’s Resolutions; making changes to better themselves. But it’s not just about losing unwanted pounds, deep cleaning the house or trying a new hobby. Many others want to stop drinking. That is where Go Sober can help you. Currently, there are about 2,300 people in Weld county seeking treatment for alcoholism. If Go Sober can touch just 10 percent of them they will be helping over 200 individuals repair damaged lives that were otherwise lost forever. That’s good for them, their families; and our community. Greg Hoffman started Go Sober in March of 2014, but he has been improving the model for the last four and a half years. Go Sober helps people stop drinking but more importantly ensure they remain sober. Go Sober is not a rehab nor is it based on AA or 12-step concepts. It’s real medical treatment addressing the underlying neurophysical mechanism that makes it difficult for people to remain sober. They use medications that stop anxiety and irritability caused by persistent thoughts of drinking. Then through lifestyle changes they get them feeling great naturally so there’s no looking back. By treating the problem and not just the symptoms they make it easier for people to quit and be done once and for all so they can start enjoying life, family and friends. Go Sober stays current with up to date research and published studies about helpful new medications and treatment techniques. Their treatment model represents the latest understanding of neuroscience, behavioral science and pharmacology in the treatment of alcohol addiction. Go Sobers success depends on the expertise of their trained and certified, local professionals in medicine, nutrition, counseling, lifestyle coaching, stress management and movement therapy. Each professional is part of a coordinated team of service providers whose only goal is the long term health and wellbeing of their clients. Each team member is a dedicated individual who has first-hand knowledge of alcohol addiction and successful experience treating it. Greg himself, knows the battle so many of us face with
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alcohol addiction. He watched his Dad, who was a successful medical doctor drink his life away and at the very young age of 70 pass away from liver failure. Greg saw himself headed down that same road. He wanted to understand why he couldn’t just quit and why it was so hard for him to go even a couple of days without alcohol. What he found out was really surprising because addiction researchers know what the problem is but most “treatments” ignore that information. Greg wants to change that and that is where Go Sober can help you out. Go Sober understands that alcoholism isn’t a character defect or lack of willpower. There’s no reason for people to beat themselves up because they can’t stay sober on their own. There’s also no reason not to get treatment just because something they tried before didn’t work. Almost all “treatments” fall into one of two categories: they either control the environment or they talk about changes. And, while neither is particularly harmful, neither addresses the underlying problem. According to www.gosober.org, “years of alcohol abuse changes the normal function of specific neuroreceptors in the brain. These receptors called GABA-A receptors are responsible for initiating a sequence of chemical events that result in the production of dopamine. Dopamine helps us feel calm, relaxed and content. Drugs and alcohol produce abnormally large spikes in dopamine. The brain recognizes this and over time attempts to regulate its production to a more normal level by desensitizing the GABA receptors. When a person stops drinking, the desensitized GABA receptors are unable to initiate production of sufficient dopamine so the individual experiences anxiety and stress. This is what sets up the failure mechanism, a persistent anxiety that’s difficult to ignore even with the stoutest resolution.” If you are looking to get help call Go Sober at (303)827-4837 or log on to www.gosober. org . If you mention you saw this article in the Carbon Valley Consumer Report and decide to get treatment or refer someone who ultimately gets treatment from them, they will give you 20% off their normal fees. That means you/they get sober and get on with their lives for less than the cost of a DUI and less than what would probably be spent on alcohol in a year. So don’t keep struggling on your own, seek help at Go Sober. Greg is available by email at GregH@gosober.org and the office is located at 500 Coffman Street, Suite 101 in Longmont and their hours are Monday thru Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or by appointment.
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What’s On My Mind Kelly Martindale, Publisher
What’s New in 2015 Shedding a few tears is usually a part of uploading this publication to the printer. When there is nothing else I can do to it, I always thank God as I start to unwind and focus on the accomplishments of the previous weeks work. As this particular paper is wrapping up, I am especially grateful to be celebrating the start of my 16th year of business in the Carbon Valley, my 3rd year in Mead and now, drum roll please…the debut of the Erie Consumer Report! It is an achievement that I did not pursue nor plan, but one that the Lord has allowed me to continue. I am humbled by this gift. And for God’s continued guidance, inspiration and strength to continue and now expand. It’s a privilege to meet and then introduce to you, the huge variety of business owners in the areas we serve. One business I’ve been particularly blessed by is Aesthetic Flooring and Hard Surfaces. We wrote a feature article on them in the March issue after they moved to a building with much better visibility and more space for their showroom and inventory. A few months later while volunteering at the Dacono Music Festival, Jan Sciacca (CVCR Ad Sales) heard that The Carbon Valley Help Center’s carpet was in dismal shape. Jan shared the need of the organization with those at Aesthetic Flooring and in August, owner Silverio Garcia donated carpet and installation to the Help Center. It was the generous spirit of the staff at Aesthetic Flooring and their huge selection of products that helped me decide to personally utilize their services. Now my living room and my office has new, plush carpet that adds comfort and class to my home. I was 100% satisfied from the removal of my old carpet to the installation of the new. The service technicians were professional from start to finish, including moving my furniture back into place. I could not have been happier with the whole process. It’s been the biggest blessing of my year. Jan’s abilities to network are the true definition of our tag line: Creating Community by Connecting Neighbors. Once again, Jan heard of a need and made a connection. This time the Mead Area Chamber of Commerce had a need for an event sponsor that was met by Ritchie Brothers Auctioneers. Thank you, Jan, for watching out for ALL of us. You continue to be the greatest gift to this business and I count you as one of the most valuable assets.
Jan, Peggy (writer) and I work diligently to introduce you to the businesses in the areas we serve. We want you to know of the honest automotive mechanics and the gentle dentists and the compassionate pet care providers in and around the areas we all live. We hope you will choose to invest your hard earned dollars with the local businesses in your communities. I am continually contacted by readers who share how the CVCR has helped them in one way or another. I thank God that He uses the Carbon Valley Consumer Report and the Consumer Report of Mead, your community newspapers, to help and serve the readers of Dacono, Firestone, Frederick, Longmont, and Mead. I’m thankful to say that we will debut the all-new Erie Consumer Report this month. It will be in Erie readers’ mailboxes by January 15 and is focused completely on the Town of Erie. I have no doubt that Jan will continue the efforts of connecting the needs of some with the provisions of others as we move into 2015. I found today’s emailed Bible verse and explanation so appropriate: “Without oxen a stable stays clean, but you need a strong ox for a large harvest.” Proverbs 14:4 Explanation: This interesting verse focuses on two possible approaches to risk and personal investment. You can choose a “clean stable,” avoiding the dirt, mess, and hassle of taking care of the “ox” (pet, child, opportunity). But then you also miss out on the reward: what the “ox” could bring into your life (“a large harvest”). Certainly there are times to “buy the ox” and times not to. As opportunities present themselves, pray about whether this is an “ox” that’s worth all that’s entailed with giving up a “clean stable.” —Diane Eble, author of Abundant Gifts: A Daybook of Grace-Filled Devotions Having the responsibility of another publication is hard work but if it’s anything like the Carbon Valley Consumer Report and the Consumer Report of Mead, well, the rewards will be great. I can count on that because I can count on my Lord to continue to fulfill His promises; not only to those of us at the paper, but to you all, as well.
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Bits & Pieces of Carbon Valley lllley Service Flag During World War II Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. organization was formed in the United States to provide support for mothers who had sons and or daughters in active service in the war. The name came from the custom of families of servicemen hanging a banner called a “Service Flag” in a window of their homes. The service flag had a star for each family member in the military. Living servicemen were represented by a Blue star and those who had lost their lives were represented by a Gold star.
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Please include NAME, ADDRESS, CONTACT NUMBER, and number of current member(s) serving and or have given their life during service in the military. We will get your family a SERVICE FLAG as soon as possible. If you are interested in more information about Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. visit their web site www.bluestarmothers.org.
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Carbon Valley Outreach Program for Babies Now in process from 1:00-3:00 pm. at 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.
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More Frederick Power/Electricity Information Letter to the Editor:
This letter is to provide another update regarding Frederick’s expressed intent to acquire the New Town electrical system from the United Power cooperative. I understand from United Power representatives who are coordinating the inventory of the Newtown distribution equipment that it is almost complete and that it is expected to be shared with the Town by the end of 2014. As discussed on both the Town’s and United Power’s websites regarding this issue, the Town and United Power will then independently value the equipment, which is expected to take at least another three to four months. As noted on United Power’s website, state statutes prescribe how the valuation is to be done, “The present-day reproduction cost, new, of the electric distribution facilities being acquired, less depreciation computed on a straight-line basis over thirty-five years with such depreciation being limited to one-half of such cost.” Since most of the Newtown equipment is relatively new, the purchase price of the acquired system will not be significantly depreciated. At some point, the Town and United Power must resolve any valuation differences and if this cannot be done it will be referred to the courts to decide. United Power’s website also points out that the Town will have to compensate United Power for the cost of constructing any necessary facilities to reintegrate its system. The electric system in the annexed areas is “integrated” in United Power’s wider system to provide a path for the power, and to provide alternate paths in the event of an equipment failure or other emergency outages. The Newtown system must be completely separated physically from the remaining United Power system for safety and reliability reasons. The Town will have to “uncouple” from United Power’s system by building a stand-alone system, including expensive feeder lines, and invest in whatever additional equipment it needs to accomplish this at its cost. Note that this is all in addition to the value of the present Newtown equipment inventory discussed above. It has been stressed to the Board during two recent meetings that this “uncoupling” is not going to be easy and is likely to be quite expensive. The complexity of this issue is likely to make agreement between the parties as to what constitutes adequate separation difficult and could also result in the courts having to decide it. It appears the only ones likely to profit, from all of this, are the Town’s outside consultants and the lawyers, if it all ends up in court as now seems probable. At the December 9th meeting I advised the Board of another serious concern with the planned acquisition. If the Town takes over the entire system, there appears to be no plan to ensure an adequate electrical power supply after the present United Power agreement terminates in 2021. About the only reference to this subject is a statement on the Town web page that says, “In the long run … the Town can purchase power
on the open market at the lowest available cost, while United many areas of the Power will be tied to Tri-State Generation and Transmission US, especially in Association Inc.” I noted that the fact that United Power northeastern states, is “tied” to Tri-State as a member owner assures us of an have already tried adequate long term power supply since Tri-State maintains this approach. It a 20-year Resource Plan, filed with both the federal Western has resulted in Area Power Administration (WAPA) and the Colorado Public potentially serious Utilities Commission (PUC), to ensure reliable power is resource adequacy available to its members in the future. The idea set forth by problems in those These the Town of depending upon the open market to ensure a areas. problems became reliable electrical power supply is very risky. The problem is that there just isn’t an open market in p a r t i c u l a r l y during the wholesale electrical supply in Colorado. Building of apparent cold generation and transmission facilities to provide such supply record in is long term, requiring large investments and complex upfront temperatures planning with numerous governmental involvements required those areas in the at all levels. Apart from WAPA, which provides power from first two months of federally owned hydroelectric projects to our area, generation 2014. The system and transmission facilities are built to supply members’ needs, came very close experiencing or in the case of investor owned utilities such as Xcel, their to and customer needs, not for speculative sales on the open market. blackouts Certainly, spot sales may be made at times but these cannot be resulted in severe price spikes in the wholesale power market of up to 5 times the normal price. If Frederick chooses this relied upon for a long term supply. Some Board members and their consultants have unreliable approach to ensuring the future availability of expressed the opinion that, if not tied to United Power, the power, commercial and industrial enterprises for whom Town could obtain an abundance of low cost hydropower. electrical power is their life-blood will avoid locating here. This will result in higher residential Except for very limited exceptions, the utility rates and taxes, together with the hydropower in our area is supplied by “...as yet, the Board has likelihood of decreased home values. WAPA and it is meted out on a strict At this point, it would appear that priority basis required by federal law. not even committed to any reasonable person would conclude Municipal utilities such as Frederick the vote of the residents that it is time for the Town to abandon this Power and Light and cooperatives such expensive acquisition plan. To date the as United Power enjoy the same level of on this matter which Town has provided nothing to refute the priority and, since the overall hydropower most attendees at the old maxim that was expressed by many supply is limited, they each can receive at the open meeting in October, “if it ain’t only about 10 to 15 percent of their power open meeting favored.” broke, don’t fix it.” However, as yet, the requirements from WAPA. It is not clear Board has not even committed to the vote where this “pipedream” of unlimited of the residents on this matter which most hydropower originated. Some Board members and their consultants have also attendees at the open meeting favored. Both the Mayor and opined that cheap coal generated power would be available Town Manager insist the Board is “listening to the residents” if not tied to United Power. Again, it isn’t clear where this so I hope such a commitment will soon be forthcoming. It idea comes from. The majority of all wholesale electrical would be even better if they would admit that, after further power in Colorado currently is coal generated with municipal consideration, this is not a good idea and stop it right now. utilities and cooperatives being at about the same 65 percent All Frederick residents need to continue to make their views level. In the future that percentage is expected to drop due to known to the Board. I know that a large number are concerned the EPA’s “war on coal” and their coercive encouragement as evidenced by the turn out for the open meeting and from of wind and solar power. But there is no reason to believe those I have heard from directly about it but not many have that wholesale power suppliers available to municipal utilities attended recent Board meetings to show that concern. I urge will have a higher coal generated supply than those available you to do so. Information about the meetings, which normally are held every other Tuesday night, is available on the Town to cooperatives. Finally, in regard to the Town depending upon the open website. Carl Brady, Frederick market to ensure a reliable electrical power supply, utilities in
Area Mayor’s Report—For those of us who do not attend meetings FIRESTONE MAYOR, PAUL SORENSEN
As the New Year begins I would like to wish everyone a happy and heathy 2015. The changing of our calendar brings many new and exciting projects for the Firestone Paul Sorensen community. Our Town Board of Trustees recently approved the 2015 budget that includes improvements to our streets, parks, trails, and the continuing improvements to our water and storm water systems. The widening of Firestone Boulevard in 2014 was just the first step in our entranceway improvements. This year the Firestone
FREDERICK MAYOR, TONY CAREY
Happy New Year, Frederick! In the New Year, I Tony Carey thought it would be fun to change up my monthly article to reflect what’s trending in Frederick. Each month, I’ll give you some insight
DACONO MAYOR, CHARLES SIGMAN
Charles Sigman
Happy New Year. The New Year is a great time to reflect on the past year and set goals for the New Year. The City of Dacono has a busy year ahead with capital
Gateway Project will move into construction as residents will see a number of improvements, including landscaping, center medians, curb and gutter, sidewalks and lighting. Once complete, this project will dramatically improve our gateway into our community. This year the engineering design and construction of the highly-anticipated trail connection from the Stoneridge subdivision to the Firestone Trail will be completed. This trail connection has been a high priority for the Town Board and having this project finished is one step closer to our interconnected trail system. The first phase of the Historic Firestone area streets and water line improvements will commence this year. The initial stage is the design of the Old Town Waterline Loop. This engineering stage will evaluate the existing water system and determine the scope of work necessary to install this future infrastructure. This entire project will take many years to complete, but this step gives the Town the necessary information to determine the total project estimated costs to accurately budget this large and complex project. An exciting addition to Central Park this year will be
the construction of a disc golf course. I am looking forward to the challenges this popular sport brings to the Firestone community. This is an activity that has a broad appeal to all age groups, especially our teens and seniors. This project will be done in stages with additional landscaping and improvements throughout several years as the budget allows. The flood of 2013 made us all aware of the importance of our storm water systems. This year Firestone is planning on improving the culvert near Pine Cone Avenue (CR 20) under Colorado Boulevard to allow water to move more efficiently from the intersection. There are several other projects within our storm water system designed to improve the movement of heavy rain water through our entire community. As we progress into the New Year please continue your efforts in keeping our community clean and safe. If you want to learn more about how you can get involved in your Firestone community or have suggestions to improve Firestone please email me at psorensen@firestoneco.gov.
into topics that I am getting approached about frequently and what is coming up in my conversations with residents and business owners, whether positive or negative. Many in the community have been asking me about the fading striping along Colorado Boulevard and elsewhere in the community. Our maintenance plan allows for road striping each area of town every two to three years because these markings are important to our community’s safety. Some of the major roadways, like Colorado Boulevard, were recently completed and another portion will be taken care of next year. Staff has also upgraded the type of paint that will be used from now on to extend the life of these important markings. I have been hearing compliments for our 10th annual treelighting that took place December 6th. Rest assured that these are passed on to the staff and commission that make this event
possible as well as the sponsors who support it so that we can continue to offer all of our activities free of charge. The Town believes in its responsibility to provide outlets for community gathering and we’re so pleased that so many in our community come to enjoy these events. The third item I’ve been asked about a lot recently is the closing of Carbon Valley Coffee Roasters café. Don’t despair; you can still buy their fabulous coffee as they have chosen to focus on their successful full-time roasting operation. Look for exciting things to happen to the space that housed their café. Lastly, I’d like to thank the Moore Farm HOA for inviting me to attend their last meeting. If you would like me to come and meet with your group, I am happy to do so, just email me at tcarey@ frederickco.gov.
improvement projects and new initiatives. In 2015, we will kick-off a community survey and update the City’s long-range development plan. The City has approved an aggressive capital improvement plan and will make a substantial investment in upgrading water lines, roads and drainage facilities throughout the older parts of Dacono. As the economy continues improving, we anticipate additional growth in our community through new housing development. Our City’s accomplishments over the past year are the result of a collective effort on the part of our elected officials, city employees and the many volunteers who serve on boards and commissions. As a City Council, we value community involvement, transparency in our deliberations, open debate, sometimes
disagreement, but always consensus. In 2015, I encourage you to become engaged in our local government. Whether it is serving on a board or a commission, running for elected office, or volunteering at one of our community events- your involvement matters. Look for a community calendar of event in the January City Connection newsletter. I thank each and every one of you for your support in the past and look forward to working with you in the New Year. Best wishes for a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year! Your Mayor, Charles Sigman.
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Why Use A Travel Consultant in 2015?
In this age of internet and social media, the travel agent is said to be an endangered species.
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Folks no longer go to travel agents for information alone, as there are countless websites, social platforms, not to mention user review sites. In this context, the travel agent role has changed into that of a consultant and advisor, helping with the decision process and adding value along the way. Here are three ways this can take place:
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It may sound strange, but with all the technology available at our finger tips providing all sorts of detailed information, one might think we can sort out a trip in no time. Yet, it was recently found that the average packaged-travel purchase takes place after 38 visits to various websites. While you may find the process fun, there is a growing crowd not interested in wasting time visiting close to 40 sites before deciding upon an upcoming trip. A savvy travel consultant knows where to look and has access to systems allowing her to tap into the latest availability and promotional rates, and will come back to you with 3 or 4 best options to choose from. They usually gets back to you within 1 or 2 days after your request. Time is money, so time saved here can be better used dreaming of your vacation!
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You arrive at your destination and find out the hotel you were supposed to stay at is either overbooked or, worse, is still under construction with half the rooms unavailable? From Italian volcanoes to airlines going bankrupt, horror stories abound in the tourism world. A travel advisor can become a lifeline in these cases. Things don’t have to be catastrophic in order to get peace of mind from your travel consultant. When the itinerary becomes more complex, things can get complicated. You want a certain location on a ship (or you don’t know which is best) or traveling with your extended family and want to be located near each other in a resort rather than trying to figure it all out by yourself, a good travel consultant will provide you with solutions ensuring peace of mind. She may have contacts at the resort that will be more than valuable for those special requests.
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A good travel consultant is one that understands your needs and wants, and that can go as far as to anticipate what you’d want from an upcoming travel experience. We have a client wanting a multi-generation vacation in Hawaii. They wanted to have an affordable yet memorable experience, with 25 people travelling, adults and kids ranging from 3 to 76 years old. From our discussions, we understood what they were looking for and made room arrangements ensuring they paid less and were grouped in the same area of the resort through the director of sales (an associate of ours). All these little things add up and contribute to delivering a better overall travel experience. The bottom line is that smart travelers know their time, money and travel dreams are too important to be left floating in cyberspace. And the customer satisfaction that comes with a travel consultant’s hard work, expertise and quality service will never go out of style. Judy Bakanec, of Going Places Travel in Frederick can be reached at 303-485-9930 or judy@goingplaces-travel.com.
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Trash Pick-Up Should Be Back on Schedule
If you are a Waste Connections trash customer (blue can) in Frederick and Firestone, you have noticed trash was not picked up last week due to weather. Communications with the district manager stated they are experiencing a delay in pickup and will be working throughout the week to get back on schedule by Saturday, January 3. If you have Christmas trees and other boxes you are welcome to place them out at the curb and they will pick them up with your normal trash at no charge. Thanks for being patient.
Sweet Frederick Awarded DOLA Grant for Godding Hollow Pkwy
The Town of Frederick is excited to announce receiving a grant for $1.28 million from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) to construct improvements and final flood repairs to Godding Hollow Pkwy (CR 18). This arterial road was one of the worst affected by the September 2013 Flood, which washed out a portion of the roadway and the Godding Hollow Creek culvert. The Town will provide a 50% match using funds from the Stormwater, Street & Alley and Open Space funds. The DOLA grant will cover much needed improvements from Colorado Boulevard (CR 13) to the East 1-25 Frontage Road including one through traffic lane in each direction, a continuous dedicated left turn lane, left turn signals at the Colorado Blvd intersection and acceleration/deceleration lanes where required. A continuous sidewalk will also be included where one does not exist for safe pedestrian travel. It will also construct the final repairs to the flood damaged section including upgrading the culverts to current 100-year capacity code standard for improved safety and property protection. The grant was given through the Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance Program as the road provides critical east/west connectivity between the East I-25 Frontage Road and Colorado Boulevard and therefore is heavily utilized by energy vehicles. “Your project was reviewed based on a variety of factors such as its connection to energy impact, degree of need, measureable outcomes, amount of request, relationship to community goals, level of local match and community support, management capacity and readiness to go,” wrote Reeves Brown, Executive Director of DOLA, in the letter awarding the grant. “We’re proud to be a partner with Town of Frederick on this important project.” The project will be bid out in January with construction planned for the spring and summer. This project will take around 9-12 months to complete. “We are so grateful to DOLA for realizing our need and awarding us the funds to improve and repair this roadway,” said Mayor Tony Carey. “I know our community will welcome this great step in rebuilding after the flood.”
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Trucks, a crane and a lot of workers helped place two large pedestrian bridges in Historic Firestone on Dec. 16 and 17, 2014. The bridges will allow for safe trail access. The first bridge was installed at the south end of the Jacob H. Firestone Memorial Park located near the intersection of Colorado Boulevard and Grant Avenue. This area of the trail has a downward slope where water and ice have traditionally collected causing unsafe passage. The second bridge will allow direct access to the trail through the Firestone Villas neighborhood off of Venice Avenue. Both of the bridges will protect health and safety concerns for patrons of the trail, as well as provide a safer route to school for students. The purchase of the two pedestrian bridges was approved by the Board of Trustees in June and was funded through the Parks Impact Fee Fund, which are fees collected from new home permits in Firestone.
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Firestone residents are welcome to dispose of their Christmas tree for free at the Firestone Public Works facility through Jan. 19, 2015. The Public Works facility is located at 7500 Pine Cone Ave. (WCR 20). Residents can drop off trees during business hours on Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with the exception of New Years Day.
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Winter Is Best Time to Sell, Study Shows
The housing market doesn’t hibernate in the winter. Sellers who list and buyers who buy often find the winter season the most advantageous time to make a move in real estate. The winter tends to net sellers’ more than their asking price during the months of December, January, February, and March than listings from June through November. Listing during those four winter months has resulted in higher percentages of aboveasking-price sales than listing during any months, other than April and May. Researchers say the winter market is less competitive for sellers since many people tend to wait until the spring to list. The smaller inventory of active listings help sellers get more attention from buyers on their properties. Also, many large corporations often transfer employees or hire new ones early in the year, creating opportunities for winter sellers from very motivated purchasers. Sellers shouldn’t worry about the holidays hampering their chances either. A 2011 study conducted by realtor.com® found that 60 percent of real estate professionals advise their sellers to list a home during the holidays because they believe it’s an opportune time to sell. Nearly 80 percent of the real estate professionals surveyed said that more serious buyers emerge during the holidays, and 61 percent say less competition from other properties makes it an ideal time to sell. As for buyers, they may find winter a good time to make a move too. Sellers often are more flexible about negotiations over prices and terms than they would in the spring. Source: “Best Time to List a Home for Sale? Los Angeles Times (Dec. 14, 2014) Cindy Campbell with RE/MAX Alliance has been a REALTOR ® in the tri-town area for over 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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When you are thinking of buying a home, you have 2 basic choices. One way is to drive around or search the Internet, narrow down the choices and then call each individual Realtor to get further information or to see the house. There is a better way, however. Select one agent to work with and let them do the work! A good Realtor can make the process go smoother, alert you to things you don’t know about, and save you both time and money. Most people do not buy or sell real estate very often, so they don’t know what they don’t know. A good Realtor can help identify areas that you need to look into in a transaction. In Colorado, a Broker usually works with Buyers as either a Buyer’s Broker or a Transaction Broker. The basic difference is a Buyer’s Broker is representing and acting in the best interest of the Buyer and in Transaction Brokerage, the agent is just putting together the deal and not representing either party. In most cases, the Realtor working with the Buyer is being paid by the Seller’s broker, so there is not a cost to the Buyer, so take advantage of their service. So, how should you choose a Realtor to help you buy a home? There are several ways. Get references from people you know that have purchased a home - did they like their Realtor? Who is active in the local market where you want to buy? Has there been an office you have worked with in the past? Once you have come up with a few names, you then need to make a selection. It is best to interview a couple of Realtors before you make a decision. Buying a home may well be one of the largest investments of your life, so taking an hour to talk to a couple people is well worth it. In my experience, most problems that occur between a Buyer and an agent happen due to lack of communication or misunderstanding of each other’s expectations. Following are several questions (not in any particular order), to consider asking of the Realtors you interview: Have you sold homes in the area I want? What sources do you have to locate properties? Do you have lenders or inspectors you can recommend? Do you get paid anything for me using any of these references? What length of Buyer Broker contract do you require? If I feel you are not doing your job, can I cancel the contract? Can you give me references of other Buyers that you have recently helped? When are you available to show me homes? How often will you tell me about new properties just on the market? How will you communicate with me? How much experience do you have, or what support do you have if there are questions you can’t answer? Is there someone to show me homes if you are out of town? Once you make a decision on your Buyer’s Broker, let (and make) them do their job. Don’t call another agent to ask questions or to set up a showing of the property, this is your agent’s job. If you come across a property that your Realtor did not give you, give him or her the address and have them get you the details you want. Sometimes, a property can be on the Internet or have a for sale sign in front, but the Broker did not tell you about it because it is under contract or because it did not meet your requirements. Buying a home, especially your first one, will be exciting, scary, nerveracking, frustrating, thrilling, stressful and fulfilling. It will also be one of the best things you do in your life. Work with someone that will help make it successful. Greg Zadel CRB, CRS, GRI, Zadel Realty, 8110 WCR 13 S-4 Firestone, CO 80504, 303-833-3012, g r e g @ z a d e l r e a l t y. c o m , www.zadelrealty.com.
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January 7th Happy 14th Birthday Kate!! We are so proud of you! You have some amazing goals and we look forward to supporting you in your journey in accomplishing them :) Stay strong and be yourself! Love you SOOO much, Momma, Ryan, Julien, Josh, and Payton
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by Jan Sciacca “Dr. Dan,” wanting to bring his family back to his Colorado roots, purchased Carbon Valley Chiropractic in August 2014. The name of his practice is now Carbon Valley Chiropractic/3 Pillar Fitness. He serves patients, established or new, from the tri-town area, Mead, Longmont and surrounding areas. Many changes have been made to the existing practice. The office has been remodeled into an open and well-decorated relaxing environment. “Our existing client base is thrilled with the changes to the office” said Dr. Dan. “We really opened up the office and created the feeling of a sanctuary where our clients are comfortable.” Dr. Dan has created what is called the “3 Pillar Fitness” The 3 Pillars are Chiropractic, Core Strengthening, and Weight Loss. He says, “The key to overall wellness is losing extra pounds, increasing flexibility, and staying aligned to keep our bodies in harmony” Dr. Dan’s philosophy is different from other chiropractors. His philosophy is to work with the patient to not just minimize pain and discomfort, but to eradicate it, by teaching exercises that strengthen the core and enable the healing process. Dr. Dan treats clients with Himalayan Pink Salt prior to exercise and adjustment to provide crucial trace minerals to enhance the body’s ability to maximize the treatment. He believes this helps provide patients with a path to overall wellness. Patient Dan Clark reports “Dr. Dan has helped me not only relieve back pain but has me doing exercises in the office and at home that keep me on the path to weight loss and a strengthened core!” Dr. Dan wants to emphasize that Carbon Valley Chiropractic doesn’t just do adjustments but provides a path to wellness. He wants to help people set and obtain reachable fitness goals. He loves to help people by seeing them re-engage in activity. To help one on his or her fitness journey, Dr. Dan is offering a first visit special for $19.99. Dr. Dan Knectel was born and raised in Longmont. He attended Longmont High School. In prep school Dr. Dan excelled in wrestling and football and earned a wrestling scholarship to Utah State University. He then attended the Los Angeles School of Chiropractic in California. His first practice was in Bountiful, Utah, where he practiced for many years. He is married to Holly and has six children. He likes to spend his spare time with his family, his church, his community and weight lifting. Dr. Dan also has an assistant, Chris Bowers. Chris provides coaching and tools that provide effective and lasting weight loss. One of the tools the practice offers is the “InBody 370,” which is a body composition analyzer that breaks your total body composition down in terms of muscle, fat, water, etc. The results from this profile aid in goal setting and diet choices. Dr. Dan shares, “Chris is here to use his experience in fitness and nutrition to help our patients achieve weight loss, core strength, and be a coach who provides inspiration!” The CVC/3 Pillar Fitness experience is so encouraging that customers are known to literally hug Dr. Dan and/or Chris before they leave! Days/Hours of operation are Mon 10:00a-6:00p, Tue 12:00p-8:00p, Wed 10:00a-6:00p, Thurs 12:00p-8:00p, Fri-Sat by Appointment. The phone number is 303.833.1500. The address is 630 Main St., Ste. A, Frederick. The website carbonvalleychiropractic. com is being updated. An email contact address is coloroadobowers@gmail.com.
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12 Week Healthy Weight Loss Challenge Returns For 2015, Cash Prize!
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Make This “The” Year!
Join our 12 Week Healthy Weight Loss Challenge by committing to get fit, improve your health, and it could earn you a cash prize. This healthy weight loss challenge is a twelve week individual challenge that focuses on healthy living and a healthier you in 2015. The goal of this challenge is to get you in a steady habit of a healthy way of life. Once you’ve been exercising and eating healthy for three months, you’ll be well on your way to making a permanent healthy lifestyle change. Register in person with me starting on January 2nd through the 9th, 2015. This will include a weigh-in on the scale, body fat analysis, measurements and before pictures (front and side view). It’s a $15 buy-in for the 12 week challenge. Everyone’s $15 goes into the kitty, and at the end of the 12 weeks, the top two winners with the highest % loss of body weight will split the kitty 75% to first place winner, and 25% to the runner-up. Last year’s top two winners lost 15.6 lbs with a 9.85% loss, and 16.8 lbs with a 8.86% loss. At the time your register, you’ll get information on the programs I offer - fitness groups, nutrition programs, and mobile personal training. Be sure to take advantage of my New Year Specials which include: • One Free Mobile Personal Training Session With The Purchase Of A 180 Turnaround Kit, and Get One Free Mobile Personal Training Session (New Program) Each Month You Continue With A 180 Turnaround Kit. See my website for details on what is included in a turnaround kit and mobile personal training. • $30 Off A 4 Session Mobile Personal Training/Nutrition Combo Package. Follow the nutrition plan and I’ll meet with you once per week for mobile personal training. Get This Special Each Month You Continue This Combo Package. See website for details. • $10 Off a 10 Session Punch Card For Fitness Group. Your first session is free, then the special is $40 for a 10 session punch card. For the 12 Week Challenge, participants need to register with me
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in person on one of the following dates: • Friday Jan 2nd, fitness group at 10:30am, register at 11:30am-noon. • M o n d a y, Jan 5th, fitness group at 8:30am in Niwot, register at 9:30-10am. • Tuesday, Jan 6th register at 6:30pm in Frederick, fitness group to follow at 7pm. • We d n e s d a y, Jan 7th, fitness group at 4pm in Niwot, register at 5-5:15pm. • Thursday, Jan 8th, register by apt only after 11:30am. • Friday, Jan 9th, fitness group at 8:30am in Niwot, register at 9:30-10am. *If you can’t make any of the dates above, you can make an appointment with me at Tracy@timeforchangepersonaltraining.com. Email or call me for details on exact locations and ?s about the Challenge. You will then have three months to get fit, lose weight, and most importantly improve your health. Final weigh-ins will be held the week of March 23rd, ending on Friday March 27th, 2015 at 10am. This challenge will help to get everyone moving, as we all can do more that what we’re currently doing. Why not have a little cash motivation to keep you going? Join us and you could win the cash prize. Everyone will be a winner by getting fit and improving their health along the way. Contact Tracy Rewerts, NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist at TimeForChangePersonalTraining.com or 303-828-2856 for details and questions.
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Suggested GOALS for Social Media in 2015
What worked well for your business in 2014? What may need improving? Are you wondering where to focus your marketing efforts in 2015? Facebook Chief Operating Officer Sheryl Sandberg announced there are about 18 million business pages on Facebook and 1 million are being added every *month*. Broken down that would be around 33,333 pages created every day! You need to be there, but how can you be successful with so much competition? GOAL: GROW THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE ON YOUR PAGE The emphasis on amassing mega numbers is waning and instead business owners are (finally!) realizing the power of engaging with the right audience. Can you grow your page organically by 3 people each week? How about 10 people per month? This is organic and healthy.
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GOAL: INCREASE POSTINGS To significantly boost content production and distribution! A couple posts a week isn’t going to cut it anymore. Why? To gain the attention you need, you’re going to need frequency. Post multiple times each day. Don’t worry – you won’t irritate people. Most people aren’t all day. You want to be in front of them when they are online. GOAL: CREATE CONSISTENT CONTENT You and your business need to create better, more fun, and more valuable content in order to be noticed and to truly benefit from social media. Have a contest or promotion monthly – at minimum. Consumers spend an average of 2 hours, 21 minutes on their mobile devices and are replacing computers and TVs with smartphones and tablets to surf the Web and watch videos. Now that Facebook recently introduced autoplay videos in the News Feed (mobile and desktop), short video content (that is relevant, educational and/ or entertaining!) will be even more crucial for your 2015 marketing strategy! Need help? Contact Jennie Poppenger at Face to Face. 303.518.0089
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Interfaith Quilters of Longmont’s 29th Annual Quilt Show & Sale By Jackie Lindon
Interfaith Quilters of Longmont is celebrating the 29th Annual Quilt Show and Sale on March 6th and 7th of 2015. It will be held at the First Lutheran Church, 803 Third avenue in Longmont, Colorado. The proceeds of these beautiful hand and machine quilted quilts will benefit the O.U.R. ( Outreach United Resource ) Center and the Safe Shelter of St. Vrain Valley. This annual show and sale is always held on the first weekend in March. This preview will be open Friday, March 6, from 5pm till 8pm (no sales). The admission of $5.00 (includes Saturday admission). The sale will be Saturday, March 7 , from 10am till 4pm with admission of $1.00. Those who attend preview night are exempted from admission fees on Saturday. There will be homemade pies and coffee for sale by the ladies of the church all day Saturday. Credit cards are accepted for the purchase of quilt items. The quilts made by the creative and skilled volunteers are of high quality at a very reasonable price. Quilts vary in size from pillows, table runners, baby quilts, kids quilts, teen themed quilts, holiday, wall hangings, twin, queen and king sizes. The variety of colors and textures is amazing. This a great opportunity to support the needs of the community and to get beautiful quilted items too. The featured quilter for this years show is a member of the Interfaith Quilters. Martha Dicks will share her knowledge of her vintage quilt collection. History is often told by quilts made in years gone by. Each quilt has something to say about the times during which it was created . This is sure to enlighten and entertain people of all ages. Jeananne Wright of Longmont is a nationally known certified quilt appraiser and lecturer. She can be reached at 303 772-7684 to make an appointment for a quilt appraisal. This documentation is beneficial for insurance purposes and provides information about the quilt for future generations. Throughout the year Interfaith Quilters serve the community. Many flood victims have received quilts in 2013 and 2014. The Safe Shelter of the St. Vrain Valley also receives quilts and other needed items during the year. Several quilts have been made for the Quilts of Valor organization to give to military service veterans. Interfaith Quilters is comprised of about 100 volunteer quilters. Various degrees of experience are represented here with each person contributing skills, creative ideas, sewing time and camaraderie. The weekly Monday sewing days from 9am til 3pm at the First Lutheran Church allows us time together to share ideas, sewing tips and of course lunch. New members are always welcome. For more information about Interfaith Quilters of Longmont visit our web site at www. interfaithquilters. com or email: interfaithquilts@ gmail.com.
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Frederick Officer Awarded
A big congrats to Officer Chad Seat who was nominated for recognition by Youth & Family Connections of Weld County for his work with youth at the Frederick High School! Since they didn’t get a photo of him with his award at the ceremony, this is an older photo of him with some younger members of the community to show off Operation Chill, a program to reward kids who are doing good things in the community!
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PEACE OF MIND PET SERVICES All aspects of pet (and home) care while you're away from your home. Experienced/References • Serving the Tri-Town area. Leave a message for Norma @ 303-833-3164 [1-15] FOR SALE: Whirlpool Side by side refridgerator. Color Bisque. Water and Ice maker on the outside. Refrigerator is 15.4 cu ft; Freezer is 9.9 cu ft; total cu ft 25.3. Hight 69 inches, Width 35 inches, Depth is 34 inches. About 8 years old asking $300.00, or best offer. Call 303-4249746 anytime after 3pm. Messages okay. [1-15]
A BREEZE PET FRIENDS ...is here to care for your FURKIDS while you are away..I offer in home pet sitting..daily dog walking..drop in pet visits..I am available 7 days per week 24 hours per day..I offer peace of mind for you and your loved ones.I am offering AFTER HOLIDAY SPECIALS...Please mention this ad..I look forward to meeting you...DONNA CALABRESE ABREEZE PET FRIENDS 720-879-1423 abreezepets@yahoo.com [1-15]
Now Hiring P/T Customer Service Reps at Domino’s Pizza: Must be 16+, be available to work nights and weekends, background check required, no experience necessary. Smile, process orders, make pizzas, front counter, light cleaning, greeting & helping customers. Please inquire inside. Applications are on the wall inside next to the front door. Firestone Domino’s on Cimarron. [1-15]
I am looking for 3 people to are looking to make money from home..... It is so easy and rewarding to help people reach their health and wellness goals. Been wondering if you could do it too? You CAN! I will train you, provide you with support; help you build a strong foundation. I can train you to achieve both your health & wellness and financial goals. Contact me today 720.209.9701. [1-15] Looking For Extra Income? Work From Home! 57 year old Home-Based Business, Great Income, Free Online Training, Flexible Hours. No Inventory, No Employees, No Overhead. You'll Love The Products Too. Visit http://jobfreedomtoday.net/ today. [1-15] Foothills Gardens Columbarium Niche Sale Multi-space discounts for families, organizations or religious groups. Discounts available for combination Cremation and Niche packages Bob 720-771-1611 [1-15]
Free Fertilizer...Bring your shovel and vehicle. 303-833-0345 [1-15]
Small engine service and repair - Lawnmowers, Snow Blowers, rototillers, etc. Call Terry at 303-833-2959 [1-15]
PET/HOUSE SITTING - KEEP YOUR PETS AT HOME Keep your pets at home while you travel the world! I’m an experienced (12 years), reliable pet and house sitter. I will walk, feed, cuddle, entertain and exercise your pets. I can stay at your house or develop a daily schedule for your cats, dogs, horses, birds or reptiles. I can give medication and shots. References available. Price depends on service provided. Call Chelsea at 303-819-3541 or email toffie2002@aol.com [1-15]
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS: 7-Eleven @ 841 Ken Pratt in Longmont (303-651-2417). Mature, responsible, selfmotivated adults interested in a fast-paced, customerfocused work environment should apply at the store. Day/Evening availability needed. [11-14]
NEED SOME HELP AROUND THE HOUSE? How about an extra pair of hands or set of wheels? Whether you’re slightly older and want to stay independent or just would like a little relaxation and free time while some of the more mundane activities of your life get done, I can help. Services include: pet sitting, house sitting, watering plants, light housekeeping, running errands, grocery shopping, drop off and pick up to the airport, taking you to appointments, picking up the kids...and more. Call Chelsea at 303-819-3541 or email Toffie2002@aol.com [1-15]
Long’s Insurance is Hiring. Awarding Career helping people protect their assets. Positions • Customer Service • Marketing • Agent: Personal Lines • Agent: Commercial We are willing to train the right person. Find out more go to www.LongsInsurance.com/careers
HOME BUILDER AVAILABLE FOR RENOVATIONS Remodels, Basements, Hardwood and Tile Floors, Garages, Roofing, Cement Work and Driveways, Add-on Rooms.....call for estimate...over 30 years experience... local references available! 303-651-9460 [12-14]
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! [1-15] Two rooms and bath available for the right person, in a modular home in Eagle Crest. Must pass background check and accept cats; $500.00 per month, use of kitchen included. Please call Nell, 720-220-0905. [1-15]
ERIE RECREATION ATTENDANT I - GUEST SERVICE We are accepting applications for a part time Recreation Attendant - Guest Service for the Erie Community Center. Individuals must have enthusiasm and commitment to providing exceptional guest service. Duties will include handling program registrations, memberships, admissions, point of sale transactions, conducting facility tours for potential new members, assisting with party room duties. www.erieco.gov [1-15]
5834 Canyon St. Cute 2 story with covered front porch, open floor plan, 3 bedrooms 3 bath and a loft! 2 car attached garage w/alley access. Call Sara Feaster 303-350-0039 [1-15]
COMPANION NICHE SALE 2 open/closing, 2 engravings, 2 Direct Cremations $3995.00 FGM Bob 720-771-1611 [1-15]
Piano teacher with 11 years of piano experience accepting additional beginner and intermediate students, ages 5 and up. Free trial lesson/ evaluation. $15 for each 1/2 hr. weekly lesson. Please call for more information and available time slots. 720-273-3332 [1-15]
Saturday January 10th, 9am-3pm, Canine Massage and Horse Boarding: $375/month for a stall with attached Acupressure clinic for Dog Lovers, Frederick, Colorado run; fodder fed, indoor & outdoor arena, round pen, $127 to register contact Beth, 303-746-7786 [1-15] pasture. Brandi 303.359.3102 [1-15]
Vista Camper Shell for Ford F150 Ext cab, 2000. 6 foot bed, white, in great condition. $450 OBO ph 559/ 6767607 pls lv message [11-14]
FOR SALE: Maytag Neptune Electric Clothes Dryer. White; reversible door; very good condition. $225. 303.946.2442 [1-15]
Horse Boarding Firestone, two stalls w/ individuals runs available immediately. $340.00 a month, includes grass hay three times a day, daily cleaning. Indoor/Outdoor Arena 303-746-7786 [1-15]
Learn to help Heal your own Body, Mind and Spirit using Acupressure Private Lesson $150.00 contact Beth 303-746-7786 [1-15]
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. [1-15]
No time to clean? Let me do it for you! Home or office. $15 per hour, 2 hour minimum. Linette 303-775-1673 [1-15] Wanted: Piano Teacher for adult beginners level student. Must be able to drive to our home in Firestone area. Will pay extra for gas. sandy@techgoal.com 970.744.0777 [1-15]
Mead 1.21acres backs to farmland no builder restrictions priced at $104,000. MLS#740617 RE/MAX Nexus 970295-4760 [1-15]
Firestone 3 bed 3 bath 3115sqft 3car garage backs to open space MLS#745931 $321,500 RE/MAX Nexus 970-295-4760 [1-15]
Lawn Tractor / Riding Mower Rescue I haul away broken riding mowers & lawn tractors. Mark 303-532-6733 [1-15]
Dacono space for Rent on 2nd floor on East side of building. 654 sq ft 720 + 50 (maintenance & trash) = $770.00. Set up for massage or facial professionals but could be offices. Great location on Hwy. 52. Call 303.833.8925 for more information. [12-14]
FLOORING INSTALLERS WANTED AESTHETIC FLOORING 970.535.0461 Competitive Contractor Rates Dog Grooming: Licensed Home groomer has availability. Call Brandi for an appointment. 303.359.3102 [1-15] Sunday, January 18th, 9am-3pm, Self Healing with Acupressure clinic Frederick, Colorado $147.00 to register contact Beth, 303-746-7786 [1-15] EXPERIENCED GROOMER WANTED Needs 3+ years experience, Tues - Sat. 303.833.5150 [1-15]
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Board of Directors
Bill Meier|Chris Comb|David Pickett|Tina Ramey|Frankie Bertram|June Werner|Dennis Timmreck|Julia Davis|Angie Sanders|Peter Marshall
Building creative partnerships & developing lasting relationships in order to grow business in the Carbon Valley area.
Congratulations New Board of Directors
Executive Director Resignation
The newly elected Board of Directors for 2015 are Peter Marshall of Advanced Forming Technology, Angie Sanders of A. R. Sanders LLC, Chris Combs of Summit Bank & Trust, and Julia Davis of Adams Bank & Trust.
With sadness, the Carbon Valley Chamber Board of Directors is accepting the resignation of Rachel Flutcher as Executive Director. After much thought and deliberation, Rachel is giving her resignation due to her need to scale back the hours that she has worked outside of home in order to spend more time with her daughter and family. Rachel says her time with the Carbon Valley Chamber has been an invaluable learning experience and has enjoyed and appreciated being able to serve in the position for the past year and a half. Rachel’s last day as Executive Director with the chamber will be December 31st. She will continue to work a small amount of hours in business relations after her full time departure and plans to help with the transition to a new Executive Director. Rachel would like to thank the chamber membership and Board of Directors for the opportunity to lead in this capacity over the past year and a half. And she is looking forward to continuing to see everyone in the Carbon Valley community. Judy Zewe, Chamber Administrator, will be continuing to support the business of the Chamber in the chamber office from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in 2015. The Board of Directors will ensure that the Carbon Valley Chamber will continue to progress and grow while we search for a new Executive Director. The new Executive Director position will be posted near the first of the year and membership notified upon selection in early 2015. Please send communication regarding potential candidates to info@ carbonvalleychamber .com. Thank you all for your loyal membership and engagement with the chamber. Sending warm holiday wishes to you and your families.
Chamber Member Monthly Events:
• Business After Hours – 1st Thursday of each month at various host locations • Business Luncheon – 3rd Thursday of each month at various locations
Join or Renew Now
Membership dues for 2015 are now due. If you haven’t already done so, please remit dues payment by mail, on-line, or via telephone. If you are not a member of this dynamic chamber, contact the Chamber office at 303-833-5933 or email judy@ carbonvalleychamber.com. For more information, please visit our website at www. carbonvalleychamber.com.
Next Business After Hours:
Thursday, January 8, 2015, 5:30PM – 7:30PM (2nd Thursday of the month due to holiday) @ Valley Bank & Trust in Dacono
Next Business Luncheon: Economic Update
Thursday, January 15, 11:30AM – 1:00PM @ Saddleback Golf Course in Firestone.
Upcoming Chamber Events:
• January 8, (5:30 pm - 7:30 pm) – Business After Hours: Valley Bank and Trust • January 9, (11:30 am – 5:00 pm) – Annual Planning Board Retreat • January 10, (1:00 pm – 3:00 pm) – Solar City Open House and Reception- The Brew and Deja lu Books • January 15, (8:00 am – 4:00 pm) St. Vrain Schools Manufacturing Industry Student Tour – Advanced Forming Technology, Specialty Products, High Country Millwork, and Spartan Medical • January 15, (11:30 am – 1:00 pm) – Business Luncheon: Economic Update – Saddleback Golf Course • January 21, (8:00 am – 9:00 am) – Ambassadors Meeting- Adams Bank & Trust • February 7, (5:30 pm – 9:00 pm) – Annual Member Appreciation Dinner
Upcoming Community Events: • January 7, (6:30 pm – 9:00 pm) – Joint Meeting of Arts Commission and the Parks, Open Space, and Trails Commissions – Frederick Town Hall • January 12, (7:00 pm – 9:00 pm) – City of Dacono Council Meeting – Dacono City Hall • January 13, (7:00 pm – 9:00 pm) – Frederick Board of Trustees Meeting – Frederick Town Hall • January 14, (7:00 pm – 9:00 pm) – Firestone Board of Trustees Meeting – Firestone Town Hall • January 21, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Firestone Board Work Session – Firestone Town Hall • January 23, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm – Upstate Colorado Economic Development Luncheon- Bella Rosa Golf Club • January 26, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm – City of Dacono Council Meeting – Dacono City Hall • January 27, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Frederick Board of Trustees Meeting – Frederick Town Hall • January 28, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Firestone Board of Trustees Meeting – Firestone Town Hall
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NEW CHAMBER OFFICE HOURS:
Effective January 1, 2015, the Chamber Office will be open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Office is closed on Monday and Friday.
Welcome New Members:
Connections Training & Staffing Corrine Vanosdoll Longmont, CO www.connectionstrainingandstaffing.com Dacono Neighborhood Health Center Christy Maraone Dacono, CO www.centura.org Penwoman Ink Janet Aiken Firestone, CO www.penwomanink.com Carbon Valley Academy Brandi Wilson Frederick, CO http://www.carbonvalleyacademy.org SolarCity Eric Kleffner Firestone, CO http://www.solarcity.com Food Stuff Etc., Inc. Connie Nelson Longmont, CO http://www.foodstuffetc.com TimberLAN Eric Bradec Denver, CO www.timberlan.net Tri-Town Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9741 Jordan Brown Frederick, CO http://www.vfwpost9741.com
Education Foundation for the St. Vrain Valley John Poynton Longmont, CO www.efsvv.org plainspokendesign + messaging boutique Oke Agahro Westminster, CO http://www.plainspokenboutique.com Representative Lori Saine Lori Saine Firestone, CO http://lorisaine.org View Full Chamber Directory at www.carbonvalleychamber.com/list
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SCHOOL
S R E T T A M Now Hiring
We are now accepting applications for a Group Leader in our Preschool or Before and After School Program. You would be joining a great team within a wonderfully fun atmosphere and welcoming community. Preferred Experience and skills needed: *Group Leader or 450 hours working with school age children. Job Duties: *Execute activities/lesson plans which include gym & group games, arts and crafts, science, drama/dance, math and literacy. *Assist with homework and encourage academic progress. *Provide careful, attentive supervision, alert at all times. Hours: 3:30pm to 6:30pm Monday through Friday, during regular school days. 12:30 to 6:30pm the first Wednesday of each month, during our early release days. 11:00 to 6:00pm or until numbers drop, on non-school contact days. Please visit to our website at imaginefirestone.org to get an application or email Lauren.Wheaton@ imagineschools.com.
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.
INTRODUCING 1,000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN
No matter what your child’s age, reading together is the single most important activity that you can do to help your child get ready to read independently. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends reading to children from birth. They explain that children who are read to during infancy and preschool years have better language skills when they start school and are more interested in reading. In addition, parents who spend time reading to their children create nurturing relationships, which is important for a child’s cognitive, language and socialemotional development. Reading to children from birth is also important for expanding background knowledge and encouraging imagination. Since our schools are working to improve reading scores in the state standardized tests, High Plains Library District knows that supporting families in our communities by offering successful early literacy services is critical for children to be ready to start school. Children need to enter school ready to read, and the best way to teach early literacy skills is by instilling a love for stories at the youngest possible age. Children’s author and reading advocate Mem Fox encourages parents to “read at least three stories a day; it may be the same story three times. Children need to hear a thousand stories before they can begin to learn to read.”
High Plains Library District Computer Classes in January
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. • Computer Help Appointments: Call your library at 1-888-861-7323 to arrange a 30-minute, individual appointment to get your computer questions answered. • Introduction to the Internet Come and learn all about the internet. Learn about browsers, search engines, searching the web and how websites work. We’ll also show you how to interpret search results and avoid ads. Participants must have basic keyboard and mouse skills. Registration required. Tuesday, January 6 – Carbon Valley Regional Library, 1:00 pm • Introduction to Email - Come and learn about webmail. We’ll teach you to navigate folders, compose and reply to emails and how to add attachments. Participants must have basic keyboard and mouse skills. Registration required. Tuesday, January 13 – Carbon Valley Regional Library, 1:00 pm • Introduction to Gale Courses - Your library now offers you a variety of lifestyle and vocational online courses at no charge to you. Choose from computer programming, basic computers, accounting or something fun like Yoga. There are many classes to choose from. Take a class with a friend, improve your life, or just learn something new at your library. Participants need to have a current email account and good basic computing skills. Registration required. Tuesday, January 20 – Carbon Valley Regional Library, 1:00 pm • Windows 8 Basics - Learn to navigate new Windows 8 features such as the Start screen, Charm menu, and desktop. You’ll find out how to manage apps and programs on the Start screen and how to customize the Start screen and desktop areas. We’ll also cover locating files, folders and common Windows features. Bring your own Windows 8 laptop or device. Registration required. Tuesday, January 20 – Carbon Valley Regional Library, 6:00 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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For more information on any of their programs, visit www.MyLibrary.us or call 1-888-861-7323. The Carbon Valley Regional Library is located at 7 Park Avenue, Firestone. Introduction to the Internet –Come and learn all about the internet. Learn about browsers, search engines, searching the web and how websites work. We’ll also show you how to interpret search results and avoid ads. Participants must have basic keyboard and mouse skills. Registration required. 1:00 pm. Tuesday, January 6. Introduction to Email –Come and learn about webmail. We’ll teach you to navigate folders, compose and reply to emails and how to add attachments. Participants must have basic keyboard and mouse skills. Registration required. 1:00 pm. Tuesday, January 13. 2015 Tax Time News – Gain valuable knowledge about preparing your own taxes, what questions to ask when choosing a certified tax preparer, and how to find the local IRS-certified FREE tax prep program. Learn how to maximize your refund, get all available tax credits, and what is new for this year’s returns. 6:30 pm. Wednesday, January 14. Imagination Creation Station –Drop in on your “no school” day and find out what’s happening! This program is for children in Kindergarten-5th grade. 1:00 pm. Monday, January 19. Introduction to Gale Courses – Your library now offers you a variety of lifestyle and vocational online courses at no charge to you. Choose from computer programming, basic computers, accounting or something fun like Yoga. There are many classes to choose from. Take a class with a friend, improve your life, or just learn something new at your library. Participants need to have a current email account and good basic computing skills. 1:00 pm. Tuesday, January 20. Windows 8 Basics – Learn to navigate new Windows 8 features such as the Start screen, Charm menu, and desktop. You’ll find out how to manage apps and programs on the Start screen and how to customize the Start screen and desktop areas. We’ll also cover locating files, folders and common Windows features. Bring your own Windows 8 laptop or device. Registration required. 6:00 pm. Tuesday, January 20. SBDC Small Business Start-Up Orientation –This free comprehensive program has been designed to be a starting place for anyone who is considering jumping into business for the first time (or the second time with a better outcome). This seminar will provide you with a Colorado Start-Up Guide, free library resources to support your business and websites, as well as a general overview of the things to consider when starting a business. Registration required. 6:00 pm. Thursday, January 22. Practice Job Interviews – Register for a one-on-one practice job interview with Job Zone staff. Bring in your current resume and a job description for a position in your desired field and we’ll do a short run-through to help you look your best when you get that real job interview! 1:00 pm. Tuesday, January 27.
High Plains Library District is joining hundreds of libraries across the country following the national initiative offered by 1000BooksBeforeKindergarten.org. This is a multi-year reading program designed to help parents of babies, toddlers, and preschoolers read 1,000 books to their children before they enter kindergarten. This program is ideal for parents to track reading and know that every book they read with their child is moving toward his or her future success. It develops a very solid foundation for children to be ready for school while at the same time fosters a love of reading in their household. Although 1,000 books sounds like a huge number, consider this: If you read one book a day, you could finish in less than three years. Ten books per week? Less than two years. In as little as 15 minutes a day, families can build the skills for future school and life success. For more information about 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten, stop by your library in January and register your child. You will receive the first of ten reading logs, a free Unite for Literacy book titled We Love the Library and a backpack to keep. A parent guide is also included with more information. Each reading log tracks 100 books, and as each log is completed, parents or caregivers can return to the library for the next reading log and special recognition for their child. All children who reach the goal of reading 1,000 books will receive a certificate and a 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten window-decal to proudly display on a car or home window. Start now to help your child get ready to read with 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. ~Audrey, Farr Regional Library
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T’was Weeks Before Christmas And The Welcome Visit From Santa
The Carbon Valley Library partnered with the American Legion Auxiliary to provide a fun day on Saturday, December 6th prior to the Holiday Festivals provided by the Tri-Towns. Santa (AKA Tom Rizzi) arrived right on time at 11 AM accompanied by his team of helpers, Donna Lane, JoAnn Kidd, and Charlene Russell. As each youngster visited with Santa and told them of their Christmas lists, cameras flashed, folks cheered, and at the end of the visit, each was given a treat bag to take home and share. Those waiting to visit were given the opportunity to do some fun crafts and even made pictures and letters to give to Santa. It was exciting to see so many families return that have been a part of this event every year, and in the photos included here, see how the families have grown. In the beginning, it was two little girls in identical dresses that visited, then there were three and then there were four. Now it is four little girls and finally, a brother who seems totally mesmerized. These are memories that will last forever. Over 150 youngsters waited patiently with families to visit with St. Nick. It was such an uplifting day and a great way to start the season. Mark your calendar NOW for next year, (December 5th from 11 AM to 1 PM). Bring those cameras and smiles (or tears as it may be) and enjoy the moment for years to come. Happy New Year! From the American Legion Auxiliary #1985 at 870 1st Street, Firestone, CO 80504.
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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 720-3402750, 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.
Supporting Student Activities Through Volunteers The general purpose of the Frederick Booster Club (FBC) shall be to promote encouragement, support, and financial assistance for the academic and athletic programs supported by Frederick High School (CO). The FBC also promotes interests and participation of extra-curricular functions and fundraisers, which may benefit some or all of the current student body. The FBC will do all things necessary or convenient to accomplish such purposes. To join please visit our website at: http://www. fhsbooster.com/ click on “membership.”
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 – 720670-0209. Additional details can be found by visiting: http://d26toastmasters.org/tri-town/index.htm or http:// www.toastmasters.org.
Art Uncorked First Friday Event Features Art, Music
The Firestone Cultural Committee and The Brew at Deja lu Books hosted its First Friday Art Uncorked event on Dec. 5, 2014. Artists on display included Aaron Sprong and Eilene Leach. Live music by Dave Davis set the scene as attendees visited, enjoyed food and spirits, and conversation.
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
Playhouse Day Care St. Vrain Ranch (303)833-3648
Tammy’s Daycare St. Vrain Ranch-Firestone (303)833-2791
Just Like Home Childcare Frederick/Savannah sub. 303-827-8792
Little Blessings Preschool LLC Melissa’s Toddler Town Sagebrush Raspberry Hill (303)834-8420 303-482-5352
Kids First Preschool Booth Farms (720)939-9954
Little Feet Childcare Frederick (720)532-2573
Robin’s Nest Family Care Messiah Lutheran School 1335 Francis St., Longmont Firestone (303)833-4536 (303)776-3466
Kim Sanger’s Family Child Care, Erie (303)828-4620
Little Peeps & Co. Sharpe Farms (720)352-7522
Miss Amy’s Preschool St. Vrain Ranch (303)833-4030
Robyn’s Nest Pre-school The Little Crowe’s Nest Firestone - St. Vrain Ranch Centex Country Side (303)833-3762 (303) 833-5253
Leaps of Knowledge Savannah (303)466-6999
Little People’s Place Fox Run (303)702-0057
Miss Ross's Daycare Firestone (858)228-0619
Sharon’s Daycare Ridgecrest (303)833-4529
Learning to Grow Childcare Little Wonders Daycare Stoneridge Wyndham Hill (303)868-9864 (303)774-0874
Mommy Daycare Booth Farms (303)776-9484
Shooting Stars Daycare Summit View Estates-Fred (303)684-6464
Lisa Day Care Savannah (303)833-5646
Lion’s Den Legacy Elementary (720)652-8169
Peanut Gallery Child Care Firestone-Sagebrush (303)908-3303
Soaring Eagles Child Care Prairie Ridge Elementary (720)494-3641
Little Critters Firestone (303)833-3282
Marcy’s Daycare Old Frederick (303)833-3411
Sweet Things Childcare Pineridge Preschool E. Longmont-119/The Elms Booth Farms 303-774-6322 (303)772-6873
Tatum’s Little Hands Ridgecrest (303)345-3339
3 Generations Home Daycare Sagebrush (303) 833-4483 Wee Folks Childcare Ridgecrest (303)304-4509 Licensed Provider~If you provide
child care please e-mail information to carbonvalley@gmail.com. This listing is free as space is available. The CVCR is not responsible for any errors or issues with individuals/services.
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Aims Community College receives $10,000 from State Farm®
Aims Community College announced today that it has received $10,000 in State Farm funding to provide automotive scholarships to students who choose Aims. “We have a long tradition of supporting the Greeley community and local education. As the leading auto insurer in Colorado, it makes sense to foster automotive education. With this particular grant, we are simultaneously able to provide scholarship money to help students realize their dreams,” says Greeley-based State Farm Vice President Operations Steve Black. “We are appreciative of the generous support from State Farm,” said Julie Buderus, Executive Director of the Aims Foundation. “These ten scholarships, valued at $1,000 each, will make a profound impact on our students. State Farm’s endorsement provides academic and career opportunities that may not otherwise be possible.” Aims Community College is committed to serving the community and making quality higher education accessible for all. Aims Community College is one of the most progressive two-year colleges in Colorado. If you have an interest in funding scholarship support to students who choose Aims please contact Julie Buderus at (970) 339-6583. About State Farm®: State Farm and its affiliates are the largest provider of car insurance in the U.S. and is a leading insurer in Canada. In addition to providing auto insurance quotes, their 18,000 agents and more than 65,000 employees serve almost 84 million policies and accounts – approximately 82 million auto, home, life, health and commercial policies in the United States and Canada, and nearly 2 million bank accounts. Commercial auto insurance, along with coverage for renters, business owners, boats and motorcycles, is available. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is the parent of the State Farm family of companies. State Farm is ranked No. 41 on the 2014 Fortune 500 list of largest companies. For more information, please visit http://www.statefarm.com or in Canada http://www.statefarm.ca. Call Aims today at (970) 330-8008 or visit www.aims.edu for more information on how to register for classes. Aims Community College is one of the most progressive two-year colleges in Colorado. Founded in 1967 in Greeley, Aims has since established locations in Fort Lupton, Loveland and Windsor. Curriculum now includes 4,000 day, evening, weekend and online courses annually in more than 160 degree and certificate programs. Aims Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Aims Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution.
ADULTS | SBDC SMALL BUSINESS START-UP ORIENTATION January 22, 6:00-7:30 pm Carbon Valley Regional Library This comprehensive program is designed to be a starting place for anyone who is considering jumping into business for the first time (or the second time with a better outcome). This seminar will provide you with a Colorado Start-Up Guide, free library resources to support your business and websites, as well as a general overview of the things to consider when starting a business. Registration required.
NEW FORMAT FOR JOB ZONE
Happy Anniversary to My Parents Jack & Annette Fordyce Celebrating January 3, 2015
AT CARBON VALLEY REGIONAL LIBRARY The Job Zone is your one stop shop for job search help and computer skills development. Need help with your job search, resume, or online job application? Stop by the Job Zone Tuesdays between 1:00 and 2:30 pm to receive free, one-on-one assistance from friendly library staff and volunteers. No registration necessary for one-on-one assistance. Beginning in January, the Job Zone will offer classes on computer programs, online resources, and other topics to help you build your skill base. These classes will be held every Tuesday at 1:00 pm. Please register online for the Job Zone Classes. January’s class offerings: January 6 - Introduction to the Internet January 13 - Introduction to Email January 20 - Introduction to Gale Courses January 27 - Practice Job Interviews Questions: Call Brett at 720-685-5114.
2014 Deck the Downtown Contest: 1st Place: The Ogden Group 2nd Place: Sweet Magnolia’s Salon 3rd Place: Georgia Boys BBQ Smokehouse
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By Robin Barrett Not many businesses can say they “cover it all” but Firestone resident, Silverio Garcia can. And he’s been covering floors in and around the Carbon Valley and Mead areas for ten years. Over those ten years they have grown to include many specialty services including custom tile work and superior concrete surfaces that shine like marble. You have to see it to believe it and you can, in their multifaceted showrooms. Aesthetic Flooring & Hard Surfaces was started in 2004 by Silverio Garcia and his wife. Silverio started his company as a way to help other flooring installers in the area find work. As a result of his kindness to help them, many of his original employees are still working with the company today! The office staff are veterans also. Aleana started with the company in 2007 and Terri started in 2009. Both of these women live close by and have been in flooring for over 10 years. Customers can expect stellar service from this highly trained, very knowledgeable expert staff. Aesthetic Flooring started as an installation company and over time grew to include floor covering products that are on display in the various, large show rooms. Aesthetic Flooring makes sure that the customers are matched up with a product that meets their needs not overselling or directing them in the wrong choice. Silverio says his most memorable experiences include their work with Habitat Humanity. They also had great experiences installing carpet in the FAA control room. But the most recent and very satisfying event , since he and his wife have been in business, is their recent relocation to their new building with better visibility at 4350 Hwy. 66 right off I-25. It’s a very easy drive from Carbon Valley by taking Colorado Blvd north to 66 and west to just before the interstate! The majority of Aesthetic Flooring’s customers have been with them since the inception of the company. Those clients have been so satisfied with the services that they have brought in new customers simply by word of mouth. Aesthetic Flooring continues to donate a generous amount of materials and services to Habitat for Humanity. Aesthetic Flooring services Mead, Fredrick, Firestone, Dacono, Boulder, Greeley, and Loveland…well...the Northern Front Range! They have great references all over the area including new homes in No Name Creek. Plus they’ve done the surface around the pool. “We really want people to know that we are here to serve you. We want to help you choose a product that will be the best for the area you need to cover but will also fit into your budget,” says Aleana. “Our product knowledge is unparalleled to many other flooring companies and we hope to show you that.” Just ask Kelly Martindale. She’s now a very satisfied customer also. Silverio, his wife, along with all of his employees would like to invite everyone to their new facility at 4350 Hwy. 66, Longmont, CO 80504. Come see the expanded showroom along with the quality of flooring. You will quickly experience their honest service and reasonable prices. Their new employee
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Call James Mendoza, your Personal Security Consultant, TODAY! “Emma”, their puppy, would love for you to come and see her too. The regular hours for Aesthetic Flooring is Monday through Friday 8 to 5pm. Saturday’s by appointments. They can be reached by phone at 970-535-461. Their website is www.aestheticflooring. com. You may email Aesthetic Flooring as well to Aleana@aestheticflooring.com. Silverio has lived with his wife and two children (they attend Coal Ridge Middle School) in Firestone for the past 14 years. He enjoys the outdoors, camping, fishing, and hiking. He has a great work ethic and promises to do everything within his power to make your purchase and installation a satisfying experience…one that you will tell your friends about.
Frederick’s Dec. 6 Festivities~ Photos Courtesy of Frederick
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INFORMATION FOR SENIORS IN & AROUND CARBON VALLEY Upcoming Events The Dickens Tavern and Dinner
Originally built in 1881 by William Henry Dickens, a relative of the famous author Charles Dickens. When William built the opera house he was one of the largest land owners of the time. The parcel that the building sits on was given to his father by President Ulysses S. Grant. Today you can find the best food and atmosphere in the territory at Dickens Tavern in an authentic setting with friendly staff and nightlife unlike any other. Cost includes transportation. Meal at your own expense. Date: Thursday, January 8: Time: 4:30pm8:30pm: Minimum/maximum: 10/40 Fee: Member, D: $4 Member, ND: $5 Non-Member, D: $6 Non-Member, ND: $7 Registration Deadline: January 2 Online registration available
Butterfly Pavilion
Visit the home of over 5,000 animals including Rosie, the pink toed tarantula. Step to Water’s Edge to be immersed in an underwater world full of sea creatures, and explore a tropical rain forest where 1,600 butterflies rule the sky! End your journey in our gardens and nature trail where you’re sure to see critters of all kinds. Date: Monday, January 12: Time: 8:45am12:30am: Minimum/maximum: 10/40 Fee: Member/D: $10 Member/ND: $11 Nonmember/D: $12: Non-member/ND $13: Registration Deadline: January 2: Online registration available
Longmont Theater Company Presents “Harvey”
Date: Friday, January 23: Time: 6:30pm-10:00pm: Minimum/maximum: 10/40 Fees: Member, D: $21 Member, ND: $22 N o n Member, D: $23 Non-Member, ND: $24 Registration Deadline: January 12
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 a player card, and free drinks while gambling. You must use your player card to earn points and receive package. Must be at least 21 years of age to enroll for this trip. Meal at your own expense. Fee includes transportation. Date: Monday, January 26 Time: 8:30am – 4:30pm Fee: D: $3/ND $5 R e g i s t r a t i o n Deadline: January 12
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The Firestone Police Department welcomed two new members to its team recently as Officer Amanda Alexandres and Officer Curt Bringle joined the force. Prior to joining the department Alexandres spent a year with the Department of Corrections Parole. She was attracted to Firestone for its strong community oriented policing and opportunities to grow within the department. Bringle brings with him just less than three years of experience. Bringle started with the Platteville Police Department in 2012, but was attracted to Firestone for its ongoing professionalism, continued training and advancement opportunities. Bringle enjoys the small town values that the Firestone community has become known for.
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TOTALLY Food for the Soul New Year New Things...Welcome 2015 I cannot help but think to all the things that 2014 brought to me, brought to my family, and my church. It is amazing to know how great and gracious God is to us each year! The fact that we do not deserve anything, but God has been more than gracious! 2014 has brought us the news that my wife is pregnant and we are expecting our 3 child, a boy, due in March. We are super excited to add this little guy to our life! We know the Lord has blessed abundantly with this news. Our business we started 4 years ago on January 1 took some great leaps and bounds this last year. As a pastor I currently do not get paid from our church. This is no problem. The Lord has blessed us graciously that I have the FREEDOM, to be able to be a pastor without having to worry about schedule or not being able to do my pastoral duties, because “other” things get in the way. This business has provided me the ability to be a pastor at any time. It also has been a blessing to the church, as they do not have to feel financial stress because of my not getting paid. This has allowed them to be able to place the churches money other great places, which brings me to my next point. In late May of 2014 our church also acquired a building that we can call our own! It is a rental, but it is a permanent location. We get to meet there anytime we want! What a blessing. We get to put out permanent signage on the windows, doors, and the building. No more putting out of signs near the road on the weekends and picking them up late on Sunday night. It is ours! Since June, we have been trying to renovate this building to make it look like well...a church. We are on the final stages of this as we speak! We have already been given the certificate of occupancy and have been meeting there for a few short weeks. We are still trying to make it feel a little more like a home! Don’t mind the dust! With just a few things mentioned, there are still many more things that we are really excited about to tell. Some will be announced here in the next few weeks! In the meantime we would love to invite you to our church. Since the New Year is about new things...we are thankful for the new things… Scripture gives us a similar thought, 2 Corinthians 5:17 says: “17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he
Centura Health Opens Neighborhood Health Center in Dacono Bringing Health Care Closer to Home Dacono, Colo. – Centura Health, the region’s leading health care provider, is bringing a new health care model to neighborhoods across north Denver, providing personalized, highvalue care to residents of Dacono and Thornton through its ‘Neighborhood Health Centers.’ Distinctly different from the fragmented medical care available in most communities today, Centura Health’s neighborhood health centers are built upon a model of collaboration and integration that seamlessly incorporates the key components of optimal health – primary care, women’s health, lab services, x-ray and health and wellness classes to bring health care close to the communities Centura serves. The Dacono Neighborhood Health Center, located at 3101 Summit View Drive (east of I-25 at exit 232), opened in October and is accepting new patients. Dr. Bruce Martin heads primary care services at the new neighborhood health center and women’s health services are lead by Dr. Bhavani Chillara. Special features at the Dacono Neighborhood Health Center include: • A “no wait” process that eliminates the waiting room experience altogether. • An “onstage offstage” environment, where physicians and patients enter/exit on different sides of the room. • A variety of comprehensive health services including access to experts in nutrition, mental health and physical activity. • Community classes and educational services geared towards the direct needs of each community. In January 2015, free classes on ‘Goal setting and the New Year’ and ‘Exercise, nutrition and diabetes’ are being offered. Goal setting and the New Year: Exercise, nutrition and diabetes: Thursday, January 8 from 6 pm to 7 pm Tuesday, January 20 from 6 pm to 7 pm Classes are free, but space is limited. To register for a class or to schedule an appointment at the health center, call 303-925-4200. The Dacono and Thornton Neighborhood Health Centers are integrated with the St. Anthony North Health Campus, located at 14300 Orchard Parkway in Westminster (at I-25 and 144th Avenue). The $177 million expansion of the St. Anthony North Health Campus will feature 92 inpatient beds to provide all the services of a traditional community hospital. In addition, the campus will have a large outpatient component that will offer preventative care, specialists and wellness components with a focus on convenience and service. Amenities of the new health campus include drop-in daycare, no wait appointments, unlimited visiting hours, a demonstration kitchen, and wellness classes. The focus on wellness extends to patients and employees. Included in the health campus are walking paths, public art spaces, a healing garden with seating, fountains, fireplaces and areas for gathering and two additional gardens – a community and prayer garden that can be used by patients and staff. The community garden will lease 75 to 80 plots for community members to grow their own vegetables, fruits and herbs. The health campus is hosting a community-wide grand opening celebration on Saturday, February 28, 2015 from 10 am to 1 pm. Open to the public, the grand opening celebration will feature local entertainment including dancers, singers, cooking demonstrations and ice sculptures. Attendees are welcome to take self-guided tours of the new health campus. About Centura Health Centura Health connects individuals, families and neighborhoods across Colorado and western Kansas with more than 6,000 physicians and 17,000 of the best hearts and minds in health care. Through our 15 hospitals, seven senior living communities, health neighborhoods, physician practices and clinics, home care and hospice services, and Flight For Life® Colorado, we are making the region’s best health care accessible and affordable in every community we serve. We believe you can inspire the people you care about to live healthier lives by encouraging them to do the little things that can make a big difference. We’re Centura Health, and we’re here for your health. For information on Centura Health or any of the facilities in our network, please visit www.centura.org.
is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” In Christ we get a new start...fresh...brand “spanking” new! If you are “In” Christ...you are new...what does “In Christ” mean...simple... you trust Him...and only Him for your eternal life and security! Consider starting your new year... with a new life...In Christ! Pastor Jason Kokenzie would like to invite you to attend services at Firestone Baptist Church. The church meets at 142 6th St Unit 1 and 2 Frederick, CO 80530. Sunday School 9:30AM Morning Worship 10:00AM. Wednesday Bible Study 7PM Children’s Programs available at all services. Contact information: FirestoneBaptist.com 303.736.9959.
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Full spectrum elderly care services, focused on the individual’s needs, provided by Denise Coe, Executive Director. Clients benefit immensely from the 15 years of experience that Denise has. She offers tailored services to meet the needs of the special person in your life. Denise says, “My passion in life is to make a difference in our aging population by doing for them what they no longer can do for themselves.” Her clients include seniors with loving, attentive families and seniors who are struggling without familial support. She has established relationships with various professional communities throughout Boulder County. Denise Coe has earned the respect and trust necessary from various doctors in the fields of geriatric internal medicine, dentistry, education, and others. Besides companionship and client need management, she also offers transportation, errand, advocacy, bill paying, household, and yard care services. She maintains medical journals for accurate communication between client and doctors and family. Denise also trains caregivers and she helps to or applies for and submits Medicare/Medicaid and insurance paperwork. Her lasting relationships with the families make her a valuable asset and the demand for her services is constant. Call Denise for references and more information at 720.231.9382.
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Dr. Banks’ clinical interests cover a full range of family medicine including women’s health, the care of young children and teens, as well as geriatric care. When she is not at work, Dr. Banks enjoys activities with her husband and two children such as hiking, camping, and mountain biking.
“Developing relationships with patients and families is one of the best parts of being a family doctor. I encourage preventive health visits which enable me to work with patients so that they can remain as healthy and active as possible.” Dr. Banks joins Ruth Vanderkooi, MD, at SCL Physicians-Firestone. Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Accepting new patients of all ages. Most insurances accepted.
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The holidays have come and gone and now you may be starting to try to get back into a daily routine. You may have noticed that your clothes are fitting tighter and that you are craving foods that you used to not crave. Your body has changed over this holiday season and maybe not for the best. New Year’s resolutions are being made and gym memberships are being purchased. What is going to be different this year than the last years in regards to your exercise and nutrition routine? If you travel down the same path… you will get to the same destination. The same recipe yields the same dish. Look, you have choices to make in life. There are always alternate pathways to take. You have to look at past history and learn what did not work for you and ask yourself why those things were not successful. Maybe you had a gym membership but only went to the gym for 15 minutes three days a week and only walked on the treadmill. Maybe you had a personal trainer and stuck with your program only when with your trainer so the results did not happen for you. Perhaps you started a diet trying to get instant results and never really learned how to eat healthy. In order to truly be successful with anything you do in life, you must put a lot of effort into it. You need to make a plan of action and write down the goals you have set for yourself. Define each goal and write down what it will take to get to each of those goals. Always keep in mind that you are the “driver” on your quest to become healthy. You must choose what is right for you. People in your life will have plenty of opinions and advise that may not be suitable for your plan. If you are serious about making “real” changes for 2015, contact a professional that can help you design a fail proof plan. I offer personal training, nutrition and online training. Invest in your life. We are so busy buying material things such as food, cars, gadgets and other items that sometimes we ignore the need to invest in our health. If you are willing to make a different decision this year, contact me. I will help you clearly define what you need to do to make a permanent change. Stop wasting time and get busy living!! ~Shelly N. Porcaro, NASM-CES, PES, CPT, SFN (303) 594-8325 shelly@justtrifitness.com www.justtrifitness.com.
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Winter The cold winter months are typically the time of year when we rest and quietly reflect a bit more in order to conserve our energy for the burst of outward energy that comes in the spring time. In essence, it is a time for storage, and building up our reserves. In Chinese medical theory, this time of year places emphasis on the Water element, which corresponds to the Kidney and Urinary Bladder. The Urinary Bladder is considered the storehouse of emotions, and is one of the longest channels in the body, running from the head, down the back and legs to end at the small toes. Tension and held in emotions can cause congestion along this channel, which can lead to stiffness and pain. The Kidneys are perceived as storing the energetic life force; birth, life and death, or the cycle of transformation. The seat of willpower is situated here, generating ambition and the desire to do something with one’s life. Lack of motivation can reflect an imbalance in the Kidney energy. Both functionally and energetically, the Kidneys act as a complex filter to keep our system in perfect balance. Physically, they filter the blood and keep the blood and body clean. For example, the delicate water and acid-base balance in the body is maintained by the Kidney.
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The Faith of Peyton Manning
December 23, 2014 By Michael Ashcraft and Mark Ellis The most important moment in quarterback Peyton Manning’s life was NOT when he surpassed the NFL record of 509 touchdown passes. It wasn’t any of his league-record five MVPs. It wasn’t his Superbowl championship. And it wasn’t being named player of the decade of the 2000s by Fox News and Sports Illustrated. The most emotional and dramatic moment of his life came when the Denver Broncos quarterback accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior and Lord. “My faith has been number one since I was 13 years old and heard from the pulpit on a Sunday morning in New Orleans a simple question: ‘If you died today, are you one hundred percent sure you’d go to heaven?’” Manning writes in his book “Manning.” “My heart was pounding,” he writes. “The minister invited those who would like that assurance through Jesus Christ to raise their hands, and I did. Then he invited us to come forward, to take a stand, and my heart really started pounding. And from where we sat, it looked like a mile to the front. “But I got up and did it. I committed my life to Christ, and that faith has been the most important to me ever since.” Manning displays his faith on the field more quietly than some other players. “Some players get more vocal about it – the Reggie Whites, for example – and some point to Heaven after scoring a touchdown and praise God after games,” he writes. “I have no problem with that. But I don’t do it and don’t think it makes me any less a Christian. I just want my actions to speak louder than words.” Part of Manning’s “actions” include the Peyback Foundation, which he started to help disadvantaged kids in his home state of Louisiana. After Hurricane Katrina decimated New Orleans in 2005, Manning and his brother Eli, who is a quarterback for the New York Giants, helped pack and deliver potable water and other emergency supplies to the affected. Manning also speaks before groups. “I make it a point when I speak to groups about priorities, and when it’s school kids, I rank those priorities as: faith, family, and education, then football,” Manning writes. “I tell them that as important as football is to me, it can never be higher than fourth. My faith has been number one since I was thirteen years old and accepted Jesus.” While he instills faith in Christ off the field, Manning infuses faith into his team on the gridiron. Known as the ‘Sherriff’ for calling plays from the line of scrimmage instead of the huddle, Manning scans the defense and marshals the offense to exploit any perceived weaknesses. A mastermind quarterback, he jockeys with Tom Brady for the moniker “best.” “I pray every night, sometimes long prayers about a lot of things and a lot of people, but I don’t talk about it or brag about it because that’s between God and me, and I’m no better than anybody else in God’s sight,” Manning writes. “I’ve been blessed— having so little go wrong in my life, and being given so much.” Manning has golden boy good looks, a Python-thick throwing arm and a brilliant football IQ. But he’s also had struggles. A herniated disk in his neck caused him pain for years. After a surgery in 2011 successfully alleviated the pain, a pinched nerve debilitated his throwing arm. During rehab he threw and the ball sputtered clumsily to the ground. Then he re-injured the herniated disk. A second surgery was performed.
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Adoption: FLIP THE SCRIPT Nov. 26, 2014 from the Dave Thomas Foundation at www. davethomasfoundation.org/flip-the-script
Our friends Bryan and Angela Tucker are adoption advocates with whom we connected last year during the release of their film Closure. Closure encompasses Angela’s story of getting adopted from foster care and her journey of reconnecting with her birth family. As she recognizes National Adoption Month, Angela is participating in #flipthescript, a campaign supported by The Lost Daughters, a coalition of adult adoptees wanting to speak and be heard. Often, the National Adoption Month conversation solely focuses on celebrating with youth who are united with their forever families, and sharing the sentiment of new parents. Flip the script urges us to also look to the input of adult adoptees; to recognize their journey, celebrate their experiences, and value their voice. The short #flipthescript video highlights 8 women who share their personal experiences of living as adoptees. These women address issues within the community that are not always discussed openly, such as receiving comments like, “Aren’t you lucky…?” and re-identifying with their birth families as adults. Much like articles that advise ‘Things not to say to adoptive parents or children,’ these women explain why some comments are not wellreceived as an adoptee. Their voices open us up to a mature perspective of how adoption affects adoptees throughout their lives, far beyond the finalization day. “Flip the script means… it’s okay to have these feelings [as an adult adoptee].” – Rosita // @mothermade These adult adoptees feel that others in the adoption conversation are sometimes fearful of their voice because living the process has given them complex opinions about the larger topic. The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption would like to honor The Lost Daughters for sharing their thoughts and feelings. As a member of the National Adoption Day coalition, we value their stories and input as we also value the celebration of new families formed by foster care adoption. All children deserve a family and a home, so they can grow into strong adults with a voice. Do a You Tube search for Adoptees “Flip The Script” on National Adoption Month.
Manning is an intense competitor who watches game videos three times before the coach shows it to the team. He trains incessantly. But after his surgery he was helpless. If he trained too hard it would risk re-injury. “Sometimes progress was not going backwards,” he told the Washington Post. “It was just a real test of patience unlike anything I had to go through. There was nothing I could do about it.” Manning spent the entire 2011 season sidelined, and in March 2012, the Colts released him. It appeared that his long, successful football career was over. Instead of wallowing in self-pity, Manning considered his older brother’s injury. Cooper was an all-state wide receiver with a scholarship to Ole Miss when he suddenly experienced numbness and mysterious atrophying in his right bicep. The Mayo Clinic in Minnesota detected spinal degeneration. The operation was beset with complications and Cooper spent weeks subsequently in a wheel chair. His football days ended abruptly. The memory helped Peyton keep things in perspective. “I just thought, wow, I got almost 20 years out of this neck. Boy, I’m grateful for the time I’ve had,” he told the Post. But the end of his football career was hardly over. The Denver Broncos signed him on March 20, 2012, not without concerns over his recovery. By October, Manning had “silenced his critics,” according to ESPN. In 2013, Manning led the Broncos to the Super Bowl against the Seattle Seahawks. Despite losing, he made a Super Bowl record of 34 completions. In pre-Super Bowl controversy, S e a h a w k s cornerback Richard Sherman taunted Manning, garnering the antipathy of much of the football public. In the
game, Sherman sprained his ankle and was taken out of play. Manning lost 43-8 in the largest point differential in Super Bowl history. But he held his head high and demonstrated Christian class – he went over to the Seahawk sideline and inquired about Sherman’s ankle. “He was really concerned about my well-being,” said a thunderstruck Sherman, quoted on Bleacher Report. “After a game like that, a guy who’s still classy enough to say ‘How are you doing?’ To show that kind of concern for an opponent shows a lot of humility and class. I could learn so much from him.” The quiet Christian walk is Manning’s trademark. “I consider myself fortunate to be able to go to Him for guidance, and I hope (and pray) I don’t do too many things that displease Him before I get to Heaven myself,” Manning writes. “I believe, too, that life is much better and freer when you’re committed to God in that way. Mark Ellis is a senior correspondent for ASSIST News Service and the founder of www.Godreports.com. He is available to speak to groups about the plight of the church in restricted countries, to share stories and testimonies from the mission field, and to preach the gospel. mark@Godreports.com Used by permission by ASSIST News Service (ANS) - PO Box 609, Lake Forest, CA 92609-0609 USA. Visit our web site at: www.assistnews.net -- E-mail: assistnews@ aol.com.
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Alice Cooper; ‘My Life is Dedicated to Follow Christ’
It’s been Tweeted, Facebooked and according to this article at www.dcbeacon.com on Dec. 24, 2014, Alice Cooper says he loves God but doesn’t want to become a ‘celebrity’ believer. The father of shock rock whose music and stage antics have outraged parents for more than 30 years told how the fear of hell turned him to God. Alice Cooper, who sang about necrophilia and chopped up baby dolls during his concerts, said that although he continues to record and tour with a theatrical horror-style show, “My life is dedicated to follow Christ.” Although he became a Christian in the 1980s, apart from brief comments in some interviews the 66-year-old singer has always been guarded about his faith – until now. But in a frank interview with a Christian music magazine, he spoke at length publicly for the first time about his love for God and reluctance to become a “Christian celebrity.” A chart-topper with the teen anthem “School’s Out,” Cooper – who legally changed his name from Vince Furnier – has been credited with paving the way for performers such as Marilyn Manson. But he maintains that his act was never political or religious and always had “a sense of humor.” He told HM: The Hard Music Magazine that he was always insulted whenever he was accused of being satanic. Raised in a Christian home, he still believed in God, although he was not committed. That changed when alcoholism threatened his marriage. He and his wife, Sheryl, attended a church with a “hellfire pastor.” Cooper said he became a Christian “initially more
out of the fear of God, rather than the love of God … I did not want to go to hell.” Interviewed for HM’s March/ April issue, Cooper views his faith as “an ongoing thing.” “Being a Christian is something you just progress in. You learn. You go to your Bible studies. You pray,” he said. He has avoided “celebrity Christianity,” because “it’s really easy to focus on Alice Cooper and not on Christ. I’m a rock singer. I’m nothing more than that. I’m not a philosopher. I consider myself low on the totem pole of knowledgeable Christians. So, don’t look for answers from me.” Yet he has been able to speak to others in the music scene about his faith. “I’ve had a couple of people that were friends of mine that I’ve talked to that have vocally said they have [accepted Christ]. I have talked to some big stars about this, some really horrific characters … and you’d be surprised. The ones that you would think are the furthest gone are the ones that are more apt to listen.” Songs on Cooper’s more recent recordings have hinted at his change of heart. He sees his stage persona now as “the prophet of doom,” telling people: “‘Be careful! Satan is not a myth. Don’t sit around pretending like Satan is just a joke.’ I think my job is to warn about Satan.” He no longer performs some of his older repertoire. Any song promoting promiscuous sex and drinking “gets the axe,” he said. “I’m very careful about what the lyrics are. I tried
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to write songs that were equally as good, only with a better message.” Cooper told HM he answers his critics: “‘I was one thing at one time, and I’m something new. I’m a new creature now. Don’t judge Alice by what he used to be. Praise God for what I am now.’”
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Women’s Bible Connection (WBC) will start new classes at Rocky Mountain Christian Church in Frederick this January. 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 until April 2015. Please sign up early as classes fill up fast! For more information or to register, please call Gabe Taylor, 303-868-9911, or email her at wbcfrederick@gmail.com. We’re sorry for any inconvenience, but our children’s program is already full at this time.
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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.
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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 Gardner
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 New Creation Church 737 Bross Street, Longmont, CO 80501 www.newcreation.net 303-776-4225 Sundays: 8:30 and 10:45 AM
First Evangelical Lutheran Church Worship Saturdays at 5:30 pm & Sundays at 7:40, 8:30, & 11:00 am Education Hour Sundays at 9:45 am 803 3rd Ave (3rd Ave &Terry Street), Longmont, CO 303-776-2800 www.firstluth.org 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 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 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 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 (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 Faith Lutheran Church Service on Sunday at 9:00 am Sunday School at 10:30 am 3999 W. South 1st St Johnstown, CO 970-587-6460 Rev. Brandon Ross FaithJohnstown.com 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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Obituaries
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Richard “Dick” Martindale
March 29, 1927 to December 9, 2014
With his children, Mike and Lori, at his side, Dick Martindale Left this life bound for heaven by the amazing grace of God. For 87 years he graced this earth with his sweet, kind, optimistic spirit. While we miss him, we know that he celebrated Christmas with Marian, the like of which they could never imagine here on earth. Dick was born on March 29, 1927 in Longmont to Earl and Odessa Irene Logan Martindale. He grew up in Longmont graduating from Longmont High in 1945. Dick entered the U.S. Marine Corp following high school. After returning to Longmont he joined the local Ford dealership. There he worked as a painter for their auto repair business. Over the years, he also painted vehicles, tractors and equipment that can be seen at the Dougherty Museum just south of Longmont on Hwy. 287. Dick worked for various contractors at Rocky Flats for 35 years, retiring in 1991. His skills had him oversee quality control for the manufacturing line. Dick married Marian Wagner on June 22, 1947, in Longmont. Marian died in 1986, a few days before their 40th Anniversary. Dick built a house on Fleetwood Ave. He was the first owner and lived there to his last breath. It was there he raised his family. Dick was a 32nd Degree Mason. He enjoyed his family’s camping and fishing trips for many years. He spent countless hours in his beautiful backyard, growing both vegetables and flowers. He especially loved roses. When you see a rose and think of Dick in times to come, think of how he brightened your lives. Think of the life he has today and smile. Breathe in deep the fragrance of life, and let that sweetness chase your grief away.
Joe “Joey” Carlos Atler
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May 20, 1983 to December 4, 2014
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Joe “Joey” Carlos Atler III, 21, of Denver, passed away December 4, 2014 in Breckenridge, CO. Joey was born on May 20, 1993 in Denver to Joe Atler Jr. and Elizabeth Romo. Joey attended schools in Denver CO. Joey spent the last 3 years working with his father, Joe, as a drywall installer for the family business. He loved watching football, playing basketball and playing on his xbox. Joey also loved spending time with friends and family and just having a great time. Joey was always playing jokes and putting smiles on everyone’s face. Just his smile alone made people happy, his smile could light up a room. Joey is survived by his parents, Elizabeth Zavala, Joe Atler and his step mother Patty Huerta His sisters LaToya Atler, Felicia (Steven) Garcia, Vanessa and Brandi Huerta and a brother Jody Garcia. A niece, Marina Atler and a nephew Nehemiah Garcia. He is further survived by his grandmother Alice Fallad, numerous aunts, uncles and many many cousins and friends. Joey was very blessed to have a large family that loved him dearly. Joey will be deeply missed deeply by everyone that knew him. His funeral and burial in Mountain View Cemetery, Longmont, was held December 10. Visit howemortuary.com to share your memories and condolences with the family.
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New Creation Church to Host GriefShare Class
New Creation Church, 737 Bross Street, Longmont begins a 13-week GriefShare session, beginning Tuesday, January 13, 7-8:30pm. The cost of the class is $15 for a workbook that is used during the week by the participant. The class is open is open to anyone who is struggling with the death of a loved one. You’ll discover there are people who understand your hurts, emotions, and painful experiences! When someone you love dies, it’s common to feel isolated. In GriefShare, you’ll find that you are not alone, that there are others who understand what you are going through. You’ll learn helpful, practical information that will help you recover from the pain of grief and loss. The GriefShare DVD videos feature top experts on grief recovery subjects and case studies of people just like you, who have been through the grief experience. You’ll begin to gain closure in your loss. It’s sometimes hard to move on in life when you are still dealing with the grief and emptiness that happens after a loved one dies. You’ll learn how to go through a healthy season of grieving, then begin transitioning to emotional and spiritual wholeness. We call this “your journey from mourning to joy.” You’ll discover hope for the future. While things may look bleak now, you’ll learn ways to restore your hope and rebuild your life. Many GriefShare alumni tell us the program helped them move from deep grief to peace and a sense of joy again.
Class topics include: 1. Is this Normal? 2. Challenges of Greif 3. The Journey of Grief 4. Grief and Your Relationships 5. Why? 6. Guilt and Anger 7. Complicating Factors 8. Stuck 9. Lessons of Grief 10. Heaven 11. What do I live for now.
For more information, contact Barbara Mitchell at 720.261.6996.
In 1992, Dick remarried. He and Lillian Chavez married in January. Dick is survived by his wife Lillian; his son Mike (Kelly) Martindale of Frederick; daughter Lori (Rusty) Croley of Brighton; step sons Greg (Kim) Chavez of Firestone and Dean (Susan) Chavez of Ft. Lupton; a step daughter Lisa Aguirre of Thornton; a sister Yvonne Zornes of Bella Vista, Arkansas; and grandchildren Dan (Jesse) Faulkner, Adam and Zach Croley, step-grandchildren Robert Logan Jr., Audrey (John) Herman, Colton, Kira, Shea, Dylan, and Ashlin Chavez; and five great-grandchildren. We grieve his loss, but we do not begrudge him the life he has today. He is at peace, surrounded by love, free from all affliction, and fully understanding the tidings of comfort and joy the angels spoke of when they announced the coming of Jesus long ago. A cremation was entrusted to the Howe Mortuary and Cremation Services. Services were held December 15 at the Howe M o r t u a r y Community Room. Please share your thoughts, memories and condolences with the family at www. h o w e m o r t u a r y. com.
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