CVCR Apr23

By Jennie Poppenger

It was the most challenging time to start a new business in the history of challenging times to start a new business!

In March of 2020, Dennis and Diane Mapes of Thornton were excited to open their new exible workspace franchise of O ce Evolution in Northglenn.

ey’d been planning this for years.

But in March of 2020, Diane found herself mostly alone in a very large, mostly empty building. She started networking through the local Rotary Club and through the Broom eld Chamber of Commerce. Slowly but surely, the o ces started to ll. eir tenacity paid o and Diane has served on the Franchise Advisory Council and was named 2021 Rookie Business winner by the City of Northglenn. Today there are only a few vacant o ces, waiting for the next businesses that want to be part of the thriving atmosphere.

ere are other companies o ering leased Private O ces and co-working, but when the Mapes found O ce Evolution, they knew it was the business model they loved and wanted to create. e founder is from Hawaii and understood hospitality and determined to create a warm, friendly,

yet professional culture he called Ohana (Hawaiian for family).

ere are 76 O ce Evolutions around the country and 13 up and down the I-25 corridor here in Colorado. e Northglenn location is at 120th and Grant – just one block East of I-25 at 120th and has 44 Private o ces, as well as shared workspace. e two conference rooms are open to anyone – not just members. e Aspen conference room seats 12 and has a gorgeous view of the Rocky Mountains from the 5th oor. ere are two Day O ces available as well. eir o ce is by far the busiest in the building – with lawyers, therapists, contractors, a security company, nancial planners, and a myriad of other businesses.

Today they continue with a spirit of hospitality and have become part owners of 8 other locations. ey welcome you to stop by for a tour and check out their many O ce Evolution locations.

Contact Jennie Poppenger, Business Center Manager, Denver Metro North at 720.774.6865 for more info. Or visit Office Evolution Metro North-Northglenn. or E https://tinyurl.com/4hbsjp3n

Frederick Business Owner Lori Hill Publishes Book

Lori Lee Hill, owner of LoriLee’s Chocolates & Gifts in Frederick add to her repertoire of talents and recently published a book called Nostalgia. It’s available, along with other gifts and goodies at her locally owned store.

The story

Nostalgia represents gentleness and a hope for love and happiness. is is a sweet story of fate, a story of dreams coming true.

Stop by to purchase this book and get two free pieces of chocolate to enjoy while you read!

Nostalgia -A Sweet Story of Fate, is available for purchase for $10.00 at LoriLee’s Chocolates & Gifts in Frederick at 539 Oak Street.

Trips: Group outings to promote social-emotional skills and camaraderie

Camp Mini Explorers (2 ½-5 years old)

Michael Jackson sang about it, James wrote about it, and each of us must confront it daily. e face re ecting in the mirror can either mock, convict, or bless the viewer. Which response is familiar?

Growing up with the “fake it til you make it” club might cause the re ection to

The Inklings Fellowship

mock or sneer. Realization of you’re only fooling yourself may tap you on the back as you walk away from the accuser. Life proves that, eventually, frail walls collapse, and repercussions are usually disastrous.

Is it getting easier to spend a bit more time looking at your image? Perhaps, recent disclosures of your actions are causing you to stop and consider your future options. Conviction is forcing the need to make a choice. Continue or change? e question nags you since you struggle to release behaviors that disguise the truth of your life. ere’s a false sense of security in hiding behind addictions. Exposing the lies requires ying above the radar, acting instead of reacting, and taking chances in unfamiliar territory. A few favorable results from positive decisions start to encourage a new and healthy direction for your remaining years.

If you’re one of the lucky ones who can smile at the person looking back at you, maybe it’s because you’ve already spent quality time with yourself, the Lord, or your higher power, and realized you’re moving in the right direction. Letting go of the past that has held you back for so long, you’re starting to reap the advantages of appropriate, bene cial choices. Living intentionally, being present with those you love, and enjoying the fresh air in your lungs is quite intoxicating.

I’m reminded of that as I listen to an oddly familiar sound outside my o ce window. I followed the sound. Clad in pjs, I step out to the porch. Awe, I should’ve known. e pu ng bursts of ame throw heat into the bosom of the gigantic container. e balloon oats majestically in front of a backdrop of intense,

Last year you helped us launch the Inklings Fellowship, a program aimed to equip the next generation of Hollywood industry leaders. anks to you, we received incredible applications from graduating seniors across the world who want to see Hollywood transformed for Christ. Our selected fellows got to meet with, and be mentored by, working industry professionals and have since gone on to begin their own careers in this very unique industry. e fellowship was so successful in its rst year that we are planning to continue the program again this year. Would you be willing to help us get the word out about applying to part of the program?

Inklings Fellows receive an unprecedented opportunity to live in Los Angeles, fully funded, for four months while they receive worldview training and mentorship from Hollywood industry leaders. If your son, daughter, grandchild, niece or nephew is interested in a career in the entertainment industry, this fellowship could provide them an incredible leg up. Our goal is to teach fellows “how to succeed in Hollywood without losing their souls” and also help them kickstart a career in a notoriously hard to navigate industry. We are so excited to work with this next generation of young people who want to make a di erence for the Kingdom of God through entertainment media!

Here’s the link to apply for the 2023 class of Inklings Fellows: www.movieguide.org/careers/inklings

anks for all your help! Talk to you soon.

Taylor, Robby, and the whole Movieguide team

P.S. e Inklings Fellowship is a fully funded, four-month long intensive program aimed at training up the next generation of entertainment executives. If you could, please share this application with friends and family!

blue, morning sky and white capped mountains, we call the Front Range. It’s a beautiful, crisp, spring morning.

Being in a hot air balloon is a perfect example of living intentionally. From above, you revel in the beauty surrounding you. Peace lls you. at’s purposeful living. Unlike a few years earlier where I stood in the basket, viewing the beauty through my camera lens. I took hundreds of photos that I’ve never looked at again. ey are buried somewhere in one of 20 external hard drives now covered in dust stored under my desk.

It’s frightening to look deeply and honestly into the eyes staring back at you. What do you nd? Can you handle it? Take a few minutes and ponder your existence. Consider the consequences of your choices over the years.

Have you become a better person because of your life? Or do you live with stacked up regrets? Is it too late to change?

Michael Jackson says to make the choice to be a better, more helpful person to others.

James says, “But don’t just listen to God’s word. You must do what it says. Otherwise, you are only fooling yourselves. For if you listen to the word and don’t obey, it is like glancing at your face in a mirror. You see yourself, walk away, and forget what you look like.” James 1:22-24, New Living Translation.

Until we die, there is time and power available to each of us to change. A myriad of tools is at our ngertips in manuscripts, conferences, podcasts, and most importantly, the Word of God. ere’s an answer for every question under the sun in this one, highly motivating, powerful book, that’s lled with love, for each of us.

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3rd Annual BPRC Golf Benefit

SATURDAY, APRIL 29TH, 2023 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

“Play for the LOVE of Life”

Top Golf: 18011 GRANT ST. | THORNTON, CO 80023 Food, FUN, Door Prizes, Winning Prizes, & Silent Auction Bu et Luncheon Service starts at 11am. More info at 303-960-7915 or info@boulderpregnancyresourcecenter.com or boulderpregnancyresourcecenter.com

Sponsors needed for this event. Deadline April 24.

Pick Up A Landfill Voucher for Frederick

Residents

Do you have large items to dispose of? Frederick residents can follow these three steps to get a voucher for a free trip to the land ll during April Clean Up Days:

1. Pick up an o cial voucher at the Town’s Administrative Services building (311 Fifth St.) Monday, March 27 through Friday, April 28.

2. Gather one (1) load, up to one (1) ton of items you wish to discard.

3. Redeem the voucher between April 1 through April 28.

Be sure to check out the Front Range Land ll website for important information regarding acceptable items for waste and ‘White Goods’ for recycling.

Weld County Senior Classes in April

A Matter of Balance

Learn ways to reduce the fear of falling and break the fear of falling cycle by addressing physical, social, and cognitive factors a ecting fear of falling.

Eight weekly sessions 9:30-11:30 a.m. at LaSalle Senior Center from 4/7/23-5/26/23. Call Tyler at (970) 400-6117 to register.

Healthier Living Colorado

Take charge of your chronic condition at a Healthier Living workshop! Learn skills to manage living with a chronic condition(s) like heart disease, depression, stroke, and other concerns.

Six weekly sessions 1-3:30 p.m. at Riverside Library from 4/14/23-5/19/23. Call Tyler at (970) 400-6117 to register.

Strong People

Maintain and improve strength, exibility, and balance. Hand weights and legs weights are provided. Learn proper technique and intensity speci c for you.

Twelve weekly sessions: 9-10 a.m.,11 a.m.- noon and 5-6 p.m. beginning 4/17/23. Call Tyler at (970) 400-6117 to register.

Habitat for Humanity of the St Vrain Valley ReStore is Hiring

Habitat for Humanity of the St Vrain Valley ReStore is hiring for 3 positions currently. Join the St. Vrain ReStore family as an Assistant Manager, Donations Driver, or a Sales Associate. ese positions are integral to the success of ReStore as we raise money for the construction of Habitat homes locally and overseas!

Are you looking to use your leadership skills to give directions, work collaboratively, and meet scal goals in a fast-paced retail environment?

You could be our next ASSISTANT MANAGER, working to ensure the success of administrative and operational functions of the store and providing excellent customer relations.

Would you like to use your truck driving and/or moving experience to work in meaningful way that contributes back to the community?

You could be our next DONATIONS DRIVER, scheduling and driving the ReStore truck to pick-up donations from customers’ homes and commercial locations. Do you enjoy interacting with customers, improving their shopping experience, and working to achieve team goals?

You could be our next SALES ASSOCIATE, using the knowledge you acquire about ReStore products and home improvement to assess customer and donor needs quickly and provide an excellent experience, and working to maintain a safe, clean shoppable sales oor.

To learn more and to apply, for one of the positions below:

 ReStore Assistant Manager

 ReStore Donations Driver

 ReStore Sales Associate

Visit our website to learn more about competitive bene ts of working with Habitat www.stvrainhabitat.org/why-work-for-habitat

To apply, send a brief cover letter and resume to:

Ed Kepple, ReStore Manager ekepple@stvrainhabitat.org

Letter to the Editor:

Dacono residents,

My name is Jim Turini, and I have lived in Dacono for over 35 years. During my campaign and since I have been elected, I have heard a stream of questions asking what I am going to do about Dacono city management and questions about getting retail business in Dacono. I took an oath of o ce to uphold the city charter and represent the people when I took the position on council. After hearing from both citizens and businesses, I voted for the will of the people and voted for a change of direction from what we had in the last 10 years. But recently, other concerns came to light and I will let business owners speak for themselves on what they experienced. Here are quotes from business owners at a February public council meeting:

“Dacono has a reputation for being hard to work with..and the [City Manager] showed no respect for my business or others.”

“AJ [City Manager] shut down a fundraiser for re victims”.

“[ e City Manager] missed the opportunity...for millions[donated] to a local project, to build projects, to build sidewalk. I think they [the citizens] were cheated in that instance.”

Even more recently, we had a resident that told o the Mayor and council for “not a bit of growth in 21 years except for the thrift shop and the Elf restaurant and [AJ] wouldn’t allow them to expand.”

And he mentioned that the Mayor and others want raises but won’t let businesses into this town. I agree with that citizen, our citizens aren’t getting a raise right now, they are getting taxed to death by the state and the federal government. No one in this city should ask for a raise, including employees, unless Dacono takes action to make sure businesses hear loud and clear and that they are welcome and celebrated here. Commercial is our tax base that provide funds for services for our citizens.

I served my country in the Navy and I will continue to serve my country by providing power and authority back to you, my boss, the citizen.

If you have any questions on my votes or you would like to o er a suggestion on how the city can serve you better, please contact me at jimturini.com

Jim Turini

Letter to the Editor:

Letter to the Editor:

Dear Citizens and Friends of Dacono –

After the recent changes in our city management, we are poised to go in a new direction in our community. As an elected o cial that serves the City of Dacono, I have been visiting the existing businesses that call Dacono home. Many of them would like the opportunity and assistance to grow; let’s hear their voices and as a city, collaborate with them to nd a way to remove roadblocks that have been standing in their way.

I’m sure many of you are aware of the sudden dismissal of the Dacono City Manager. ere have been many questions surrounding why I voted along with three other council members to do so.

First, the City Council’s authority in this matter is clear; Section 7.7(a) of the City of Dacono’s Municipal Code states that the city manager works at the pleasure of the Council. at person may be removed (or elected) by a majority vote. e vote I made has been a very long time in the making. Many businesses in our community have told me about their frustrations with the City’s resistance to growth and new jobs. Dacono citizens go outside of our borders to shop because we have not built a healthy business environment like the cities and townships that surround us. It has become extremely di cult to build or move a business within our borders. Our city has become stagnant. It became clear to me that we needed a change in leadership when and if the opportunity arose. It came, and I did. It is really that simple.

I was elected to represent my neighbors and all residents of Dacono and to seek new business growth and assist existing businesses that want to grow, creating new jobs, new opportunities, and excitement for our city. I am ready to move forward and focus on what exciting prospects await our great city because as the majority of our council believes, we have a wonderful and exciting future ahead of us. Will you join me? Let the growing begin!

Please contact me via my website for questions and I o er you the opportunity to get involved in growing a better Dacono! Go to www.neighborsforJackie.com

Sincerely - Jackie L. omas City of Dacono Council Member

My husband and I lived in Denver until 2004. at year our last child graduated from Metro College. I was raised in Hygiene, but always wanted to live in the Firestone area. One of the additional reasons we decided on Firestone is because of the beautiful parks; how well they were maintained; plus the available dog parks for our two dachshunds to have places to socialize and run o their “energetic” nature.

So, in 2004, we had our new home built in Overlook @ Firestone. We were so pleased with the move and were very contented...until the last 3 or 4 years. e parks took a decided turn for the worse. ey look horrible. Now, in addition to that, the two very popular dog parks are being shut down...without promise of replacements.

Did you ever visit those parks and see the number of “parents” and dogs who frequent them?

What has happened to the town that used to care about what the people of Firestone want and desire?

As for me, I’ve grown weary of all the ghting and back-biting going on among the elected o cials and their lack of concern about what is best for our town!

e least you can do is give us back our dog parks! Someone, somewhere dropped the ball and allowed this to happen.

Shame, shame on all of you.

Linda Duncan

Area Mayors’ Report—For those of us who do not attend meetings

FIRESTONE MAYOR, DREW PETERSON

 By the publishing of this issue, CDOT will be starting work on the new transportation hub at I-25 and Firestone Blvd. This new hub will provide bus service to Denver provided by CDOT’s Bustang service.

MEAD MAYOR, COLLEEN WHITLOW

 Responsible Growth:

Administrators from Mead regularly participate in the I-25 Corridor Coalition and are closely involved in the widening project that will impact our section of I-25. Last fall, CDOT announced their plan to fully fund Segment 5, which includes the area between Highway 56 in Berthoud, south to Highway 66 in Mead. We are currently awaiting design plans

FREDERICK MAYOR, TRACIE

CRITES  Hi FREDerick, Blessings to you in April.

 Kings Soopers Marketplace is Coming to Town: Frederickians, we are creating and securing our destiny with more exciting news on the economic and community vitality front! After nearly two years of site selection and negotiations we will see the largest grocery store in the Carbon Valley open its doors in Frederick! It will be a well-deserved celebration! The store will anchor to the larger SilverStone Marketplace, providing space for additional business, community offerings, and of course jobs! Its convenient location at the corner of Colorado Blvd. and Hwy. 52 will serve the needs of all of our FRED Family from the west of I-25 to the east side of Town. This is an exciting project for our entire community! It exemplifies a long-term vision, community voices, collaboration, and our strategic plan in action! The Marketplace is still currently submitting applications for development and the BOT and staff will carefully consider

 The Parks Trails and Recreation Advisory Board has openings for board members. If you are interested in serving on this board, please be watching for a posting by the town for applications. This board will be integral to the planning of Central Park and the trail system.

 I was pleasantly surprised by the residents in attendance at the last town board meeting. The comments and suggestions by those in attendance were great. As a result of their input, the staff is working on a plan for new park(s) and the current ones will stay open while the new ones are constructed. If you have any doubt if your voice matters, this is an example of it.

for Segment 5.

 Reliable Infrastructure: In 2019, the Town of Mead received a federal grant to fund the design and construction of a pedestrian crossing at the intersection of Highway 66 and County Road 7. The project will connect the current pedestrian trail located on the west side of CR 7 just south of Hunter’s Cove Road and cross, either over or under, the intersection to the Liberty Ranch subdivision.

 Public Safety: Mead welcomes new personnel Madison McCullough and Bridget Searcy to the Police Department. Madison is the Administrative Clerk and will provide office support to the department. Bridget is Mead’s new Community Service Officer who will be handling code issues and enforcement of municipal regulations.

 Fiscal Stability: Mead sewer rates have increased by

and discuss traffic and safety concerns as well as the overall success of the development. More details on these areas will be shared with the community as often as possible.

 Strategic Plan Update: Since the Town’s 2022-23 Strategic Plan was adopted in 2022 it has been guiding the path to align Board decisions with community vision. Progress updates were shared during the Board of Trustees meeting on March 7, and can be found in more detail at frederickco.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/agendacenter

A few highlights:

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1. Plans to update and enhance Frederick Recreation Area, Bella Rosa, and Centennial Park are being considered as part of the Community Parks Master Plan.

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2. Downtown Colorado Inc. completed community outreach work regarding revitalization structures for the downtown. The committee of residents, Downtown businesses and stakeholders have suggested the following priorities: New shops, improved lighting, improved sidewalks, downtown hosted events, an activation of 5th street, address parking and traffic, review connections to downtown from subdivisions, Historic preservation, and current residential dwelling considerations.

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3. Frederick Land Use, Comprehensive Plan, and Downtown Plan all being updated.

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4. Implement website accessibility software to comply

 Thank you all and look forward to seeing you at our board meetings.

2%. Rate increases are effective March 1 and will be reflected in April sewer bills. Mead operates an enterprise fund for its sewer system and charges for services to recover operating expenses and the cost of maintaining, replacing, upgrading, and managing the sewer system. Mead does not charge sewer users more than the cost of providing the service, nor can sewer revenue be used for non-sewer purposes.

 Connected Community: 2023 Spring Clean-Up Days have been scheduled for May 5, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and May 6, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., at Mead Ponds. Residents are allowed one load of household trash and unlimited yard waste at no cost. Stay up to date on town projects and news by subscribing to our monthly Mead Messenger and signing up for email notifications: www.townofmead.org/newsletter/subscriptions. If you are new to Mead, check out our Resident Information webpage!

with the Americans with Disability Act and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines.

 5. Kick off project to implement a fleet management system for parks amenities, road surface conditions, and utility data points.

 Investing in Our Future Leaders: At Agilent Technologies exciting groundbreaking event executives presented a very generous check to Frederick High School to further the study of Biochemistry through a program (P-Tech) uniquely designed for St. Vrain Valley School District. Frederick High School, Aims Community College, and Northern Colorado Bioscience and Pharmaceutical companies have partnered to offer Frederick High School students a new and different pathway to provide a foundation for careers in the medical and pharmaceutical industries. And with a state-of-the-art facility right here in Frederick, these future leaders can contribute in their very own community.

 April Clean Up Days: The Town of Frederick encourages residents to Spring into cleaning mode with our April Clean up Days. Residents may take advantage of community programs to dispose of unwanted items, electronics, and tree limbs. For our Senior residents, who may need a little help – the Town offers a Senior Item Pick Up. Please refer to our website for details about these programs. frederickco.gov/CleanUp-Days Thank you for doing your part to keep our Town beautiful!

 As you can see and I hope you can feel, everything is better in FREDerick. I LOVE being your Mayor.

Mayors from each town in our circulation area are invited to submit citizen info each month. is is a free service. (400 words please)

Letter to the Editor:

To Dacono readers of the Carbon Valley Consumer Report

I love Dacono and my community, and I have lived here for nearly 30 years.

It pains me to see some of the big city political tactics invading our city that have been designed to cause confusion. Sadly, this has been going on for years. ere has been belittling, accusations, and outright threats to elected o cials and sta that have taken place. I have even heard about a former council member speaking out that there was bullying in the back room by the former Mayor and City Manager to “vote correctly”.

I was elected to this position to make decisions on your behalf, regardless of the decisions made by the rest of the council. I have run businesses and have a background in management. ere are constant discrepancies in the answers I was getting and there were best practices across the board not utilized. I can take the hard knocks when being pressured to do something di erent, but the threatening and belittling of constituents and business owners that dares to questions decisions made by employees cannot be tolerated.

ere has been a lot of confusion about open meetings laws and what constitutes a meeting. Any two council members can meet to talk, but if no policy is decided or public business is being voted upon, then all of council can bump into each other at a grocery store without violating the open meetings law. We don’t live in a third world and we can, and should, be able to talk with you about our opinions without fear. I have noticed that is a common tactic to accuse people of violating open meetings laws if the friends of certain employees disagree. Please see the example for Erie in the Colorado Hometown Weekly publication.

I have learned that the violators of laws, ethics, etc., are the rst to attack others for the very actions they themselves have done. Dacono City Council is left in the dark on many decisions that are placed on the calendar without discussion, including items not on the agenda. For example, the Mayor gave an award to an employee that was not on the agenda nor discussed with the rest of council. According to the testimony that was heard, this employee had a history of problems listening to constituents and business owners and I made the concern known to the Mayor. at problem only became worse.

In the past year, I was slyly threatened with lawsuits for violating open meetings laws for daring to voice concerns about how the administration was handling constituent a airs and business issues. I’ve also heard from constituents that were threatened at their place of work or business for daring to voice their concerns. Enough is enough. If you have any questions on my votes or policy decisions, please contact me at kathryn.wittman@cityofdacono.com

Sincerely, Kathryn Wittman

Who You Work With Matters

United Power Member-Owners

My name is Ginny Buczek. I am the incumbent director for the West District of United Power. It is an honor to represent the members of United Power. I have been a committed member of the United Power community for 32 years and remain focused on the families and businesses of our community. Quality of life, successful businesses and strong, prosperous communities depend on reliable, safe, a ordable power.

As a United Power Board Member my continued longterm commitment to our communities and civic groups connects me to the members of United Power. As a not-forpro t United Power Co-op can focus on our members’ priorities. When I am talking to members I hear two phrases, “Keep my lights on” and “Keep my rates low”. Reliability and a ordability continue to be the top concerns of United Power members.

United Power was among the most reliable Distribution systems in the country in 2022, as measured by industry standards. Not all power outages can be prevented. Equipment fails, cars seem to nd power poles, and weather will always be a factor, but investing in continuous maintenance, system upgrades, technology and our dedicated employees will support reliability.

United Power has not had a rate increase in three years despite in ation and supply issues pushing material costs dramatically higher. One measure taken by the Board to address price increases was approving the 2023 Capital Construction in the Fall so materials could be purchased in the most cost e ective and timely manner.

Your co-op advocates for your interests as a member/owner at the Local, State, and National level. I was elected by the Board as United Powers’ Director on the Colorado Rural Electric Association Board. CREA represents 23 Co-ops providing electric service to over 1,000,000 Colorado residents. I am the current President of the CREA, having been elected by the other 22 Co-op Directors. Being President of Colorado Co-op’s Statewide organization allows me to advocate in the interest of United Power members.

My experience serving in every o cer position on both the United Power and CREA Boards, hundreds of hours of Elective Cooperative education, and listening to you, the member, has provided the experience, knowledge, and community connection to serve the best interest of the members. I would be honored to serve you, the members, for another term.

ank you for your continued support and interest in Your Co-Op.

Virginia “Ginny” A. Buczek

College for Kids (C4K)

College for Kids (C4K) is a summer program at Aims Community College that provides a unique, educational and fun experience for students ages 9 to 15 by providing an opportunity to “go to college.” C4K o ers learning opportunities in Fort Lupton for June 5 - 8. Registration opened on March 27 at aims.co/C4K. Space is limited and the program lls up fast. e four-day program allows students to “go to college” and is a low-cost, unique, enriching program. Participants choose two classes to take during their C4K experience. In addition, C4K o ers participants morning and afternoon classes, two snacks and lunch.

Students participate in classes of their choice and engage in a variety of topics. Program o erings are intended to introduce kids to possible careers and start getting them to think about what opportunities they may want to pursue in the future and areas of personal interest. All classes are designed to be fun, captivating and hands-on.

Youth ages 13-15 can participate in the junior leaders program, assisting instructors in the classroom while taking their own courses. Junior leaders must participate in training the Friday before their program begins. anks to generous supporters, the program at Fort Lupton is subsidized and costs participants $25.

For more info, including course descriptions and to register, visit aims.co/C4K

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CDBG Funds To Increase Lifespan Of Glen Dale Homes In Dacono

A new community service project is coming to Dacono this year thanks to the board of county commissioners approving fund allocation.

Via the City of Dacono’s Glen Dale Avenue Waterline Replacement project, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds will aid in replacement of watermain pipes on this street. e Glens of Dacono is a 1970s-era manufactured housing subdivision. e current watermain pipes are constructed of cast iron and are nearing a useful lifespan of 50 years. As the system ages, general maintenance repairs have become more frequent and expensive to the city and water loss is a concern. e Glen Dale Avenue project is among the last sections in e Glens requiring the replacement of watermain lines. is project is funded at $241,225.

“ is is a project that we really can get behind as a board, because it brings needed improvements to this neighborhood,” said Weld County Commissioner Chair Mike Freeman. “Last year, we saw the completion of the Evans Idaho Street sidewalk paving project, which has helped increase use of that street. We hope this watermain project sidelines maintenance needs and associated costs for Glen Dale homeowners.”

In 2022, the board revised the 2022 Annual Action Plan to set aside $310,000 in unawarded 2022 grant funds for unnamed grant projects. CDBG sta has worked with communities on projects to allocate this funding. On Nov.14, 2022, the board passed a resolution to award $68,775 of these funds to Weld County Government for the 60+Ride On-Demand Transportation Services project, which left a balance of $241,225. e Dacono waterline project will eat up the remaining 2022 funds.

Find out more about Weld County’s CDBG program.

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Event Calendar

☐Platteville Lions BINGO

Friday, April 28th, Doors open at 530 pm, bingo at 7 pm, at Platteville Community Center at 508 Reynolds Avenue. $12 for all games, cash only. Proceed go to Valley Youth Wrestling Club and Boy Scouts selling concessions

☐2023 Eggstravaganza. Our annual Community Eggstravaganza is at Purpose Church from noon until 2 pm at 9993 County Rd. 11, Firestone, CO 80504, for our festival and Easter Egg hunts. Food, face painting, games, giveaways, a photo booth, and so much more! We’ll have three di erent egg hunts for various ages. A great time for the whole family!

☐Tax Help Colorado Saturdays | ru Apr. 8 (closed Mar. 11-18) | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Cornerstone | Greeley Campus. Friday March 3 | 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Prairie Building | Fort Lupton Campus. Free tax pre and e- ling assistance for low- to middle-income taxpayers who made less than $60,000 annually in 2022. First-come- rst-served basis. For more info www.events.aims.edu

☐Co ee with Christ 1st Saturday of every month 8-9a. Inquire at coffeewithchrist2023@gmail.com for location and info. For Christian women, all denominations to join a group where we women can sharpen each other. Bring your favorite mug-we provide the co ee!

☐Veteran’s Info Quali ed Listeners, a Colorado-based Veteran & Family Resource Hub, will host the 4th Annual “Vet Connect” Regional Event (FREE) on Saturday, April 8, 2023, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at Embassy Suites, 4705 Clydesdale Parkway, Loveland, CO. Active military and family are invited. Plus VA Lodging Program called “Home Away From Home” lodging for Veterans who travel long distances for medical treatment. More info: day phone 307-633-7061, night phone 307-633-7212. Plus Veteran Travel Reimbursement e VA is streamlining their Bene ciary Travel Self Service System (BTSSS) reimbursement for all eligible Veterans, including non-VA care known as Community Care. To qualify, the Veteran must rst receive a medical referral from their VA primary care provider then obtain an authorization. More info: Billy Scharf at 307-432-3804 or email Billy.Scharf@va.gov. We’ve partnered with ARC rift Stores to provide vouchers for Veterans to any ARC rift Store in CO. For purchasing clothing for job interviews, work, weddings, etc. Good for recently discharged Veterans transitioning back into civilian life on a tight budget. If clothing isn’t needed the voucher can be used for other items in the store. Email your DD-214 to Resource@qualifiedlisteners.org and include your name, phone number and mailing address. We’ll mail you a voucher. For more information 720-600-0860 or email Resource@QualifiedListeners.org

☐“Kickstart Your Health” series at both the Carbon Valley and Erie Libraries

Part 1 of 3: What Does it Mean to Be Healthy - (Carbon Valley 4/13, Erie April 11)

Part 2 of 3: What Should I Eat to Be Healthy - (Carbon Valley 4/20, Erie April 18)

Part 3 of 3: 3 ings You Can do to Improve Your Health - (Carbon Valley 4/27, Erie April 25) Check out the Library Events page for details. https://www.mylibrary.us/cvrl/

☐Mobility & Pain-Relief Class, and Interval & Strength Training

Ladies, join us for my Fitness Group Classes:Mobility & Pain-Relief Class Mondays 8:30am, Interval & Strength Training Tuesdays 9:30am & Weds 7pm, CoreFirst Trainer Class Fridays 9:30am. Mobile and Virtual Personal Training packages available. Contact Tracy Rewerts, NASM Certi ed Personal Trainer & Corrective Exercise Specialist at https://TimeForChangePersonalTraining.com or call 303.828.2856.

☐Spring Clean Up Days for Frederick https://www.frederickco.gov/archive.aspx?amid=&type=&adid=1422

Get ready to take advantage of free Spring Clean Up Days in April! • Free Land ll Voucher: Get a voucher for one free trip to the Front Range Land ll (1830 Weld County Road 5, Erie, CO 80516) to use between April 1 and April 29. Pick up the o cial voucher at the Town’s

☐April Event at Aims Community College

Colorado Water Matters | April 21 | 9 a.m. - noon | Platte Building | Fort Lupton Campus

Learn about Colorado water, water law and current issues a ecting our state’s water. Aims faculty member Kirk Goble will lead this presentation. Topics covered include the water cycle and climate, water history, and more.

For more information about events at Aims Community College, visit www.events.aims.edu

The Carbon Valley Senior Resource Fair

Finding local resources can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when you are in crisis. Where do you turn and who do you trust? How can you anticipate future needs and be prepared instead of reactionary?

Plan to attend the Carbon Valley Senior Resource Fair on ursday, May 4th, between 9:30 - 1:30 at the Carbon Valley Recreation Center. e event is free to the public, and will feature a variety of area businesses and nonpro t organizations serving our area.

Services from transportation to veteran’s services, home care, accessibility, senior living and more will be present, with resources available to take home. Come spend some time chatting with professionals as well as volunteers who are knowledgeable about the things that concern you!

Not an older adult (yet!)? Perhaps you

have a parent or grandparent that you have in mind, for whom you’d like to be proactive in collecting useful information? is one-day event is your opportunity to meet a variety of professionals that can serve as resources not only for their chosen professions, but also for others that serve older adults.

All proceeds from vendor booths will be going towards senior activities at the Carbon Valley Senior Center, bene tting all area older adults. For questions, please reach out to Sarah Spriggs, Active Adults Coordinator, 303-8333660 X 117.

Lindsay Adams is a local Senior Advisor with Assisted Living Locators of N. Colorado. She can be reached at (303) 775-6312.”

Do you need help paying your utilities this winter? Colorado’s Lowincome Energy Assistance Program or LEAP may be for you. LEAP helps Colorado families, individuals, older adults and those with a disability to pay a part of their winter home heating costs.

☐Carbon Valley Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution

Join the Carbon Valley Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution in Firestone on Saturday, April 8, 2023 from 10 am to Noon.

Learn about DAR, Service Projects in the Community, and become a member by tracing your heritage to your Patriot in the American Revolution.

For the location of the meeting, please email CarbonValleyChapterNSDAR@ gmail.com

Program: e Miss Ann Doll and the Junior Doll Tradition by DAR Member Diana Tapay

e National Junior Doll Project started over 50 years ago to bene t the DAR Helen Pouch Memorial Fund. It has become tradition that in the third year of a President General’s administration, her home state sponsors the National Junior Doll, and the doll that year is named in honor of the President General. e 2019 Miss Ann Doll is invited to our meeting! Learn about the Junior Doll tradition, Miss Ann’s out ts, accessories and friends.

☐Front Range Gardens Hosts Colorado Dahlia Society Annual

Tuber Sale

April 1, 2023

9:00 A.m. - Until Sold Out

Front Range Gardens

10195 Wadsworth Blvd. Broom eld, CO 80021

More info at 303.717.4071 or www.coloradodahlias.net

Beef for Sale

Mallory Mini Farm, a Frederick farm, raises cattle and feeds them grass grown on our farm. We sell by the 1/8 and 1/4 share and have some retail cuts available. Call Angela at 970-308-5860 for any questions.

Free Power-Of-Attorney Clinics April 11-12 Assist Seniors W/Instructions For End-Of-Life Matters

Volunteer Attorneys Will Prepare Legal Documents for Seniors

A series of free clinics in April will help seniors prepare and nalize legal documents for important end-of-life decisions. Part 1 of the process is a Power of Attorney clinic to learn about choices on either April 11 at 1 p.m. at the Carbon Valley Rec Center or April 12 at 11 a.m. at the Carbon Valley Regional Library. Part 2 is a meeting with a volunteer attorney on April 26 to complete the legal documents with one’s speci c medical and nancial decisions.

e Senior Power of Attorney Clinic and Legal Clinic are presented by Weld County Legal Services, a 501(c)(3) nonpro t established by the Weld County Bar Association to provide lower-income residents easier access to professional legal services.

Only those that participate in Part 1, the Senior Power of Attorney Clinic on April 11 or 12, will be eligible to register for Part 2, the Legal Clinic on April 26.

“Completing advance directives like a durable power of attorney for health care or a living will is the best way to assure peace of mind not only for yourself but your family and friends,” said Weld County Legal Services executive director Vickie Taylor.

Participants must be 60 or older and living on xed incomes.

For more information, contact Weld County Legal Services at (970) 310-8367 or visit online at weldcountylegalservices.com

About Weld County Legal Services

Weld County Legal Services is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established by the Weld County Bar Association in 1985. WCLS helps lower-income individuals find legal services at reduced rates in Weld County, Colorado. WCLS is committed to providing the highest level of service for our clients and prides itself on always striving to deliver comprehensive and practical solutions for our client’s legal matters.

Aims Community College Offers Free Science and Tech Summer Camp for High School Students

Aims Community College will again o er a free science and technology program for Greeley-Evans Weld County School District 6 high school students in July.

e Aims B.E.S.T. (Aims Battle Of Energy, Science, And Technology) program provides hands-on experience with technology and hones critical thinking skills. e four-day camp focuses on science, technology, and innovation-based activities. e program will be held at the Aims Greeley Campus on July 17-20 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Students are divided into teams and compete in missions that use programming, electronics and robot design, games and more. Winning team members will receive special aardvark trophies and recognition for their accomplishments.

Aims would like to build on the success of last year’s inaugural program. “It worked so well last year and everyone had such a great time exploring our technology at Aims,” said Industrial Technology and Energy Studies Instructor Dave Sordi. “I’m passionate about young people interested in STEM and the potential career opportunities in industrial technology,” he said, noting that he can’t wait to see what this year’s participants accomplish.

The Aims B.E.S.T. program is sponsored by a grant from the National Science Foundation in collaboration with the University of Northern Colorado and Aims Community College, which allows it to be offered completely free of charge.

Space is limited, so make sure to register by May 31 at aims.co/BEST

Firestone Charter Academy Students Present Roald Dahl’s Matilda Jr.

Sometimes You Have to Be a Little Bit Naughty if You Want to Change Your Story

Firestone Colorado will be lled by the smell of rebellion when Firestone Charter Academy presents Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical JR. on May 5th at 6:30pm and May 6th at 2:30pm in the school’s Multi-Purpose Room. Admission is free. ose who attend just may receive the biggest hug in the world, one that even might hug all of the air out of them!

Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical JR. is adapted from the full-length musical which was based on the book by Roald Dahl, and features a book by Dennis Kelly and music and lyrics by Tim Minchin. e show opened on the West End in 2011 and made its Broadway premiere in 2013. e musical earned seven Olivier Awards, including “Best New Musical,” and ve Tony awards, including e Tony for “Best Book of a Musical.”

Matilda, a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers, lives with cruel parents who nd her to be a nuisance, a lousy little worm, and a bore. When Matilda enters her rst term at school, she captures the attention of Miss Honey, a kind teacher, and the two form a wonderful friendship. Unfortunately, the school is ruled by a tempestuous and mean headmistress named Miss Trunchbull, who hates children and delivers cruel and unjust punishments to all her charges. Matilda is determined to change her story, but will her cleverness and courage be enough to withstand the reign of Miss Trunchbull?

Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical JR. is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized materials are supplied by Music eatre International, mtishows.com

Big Balloon Build Executive Producer is coming to Colorado

Life Stories Child and Family Advocacy is teaming up with Balloon Art by Merry Makers to bring a huge event, called the Big Balloon Build to Greeley this summer! It will be held at the Aims Community College Welcome Center on July 20 - 23, 2023. Proceeds will bene t Life Stories Child & Family Advocacy, which gives a voice to children who have been abused or neglected in Weld County.

Stuart Davies from Wales, UK, Director and creator of the Big Balloon Build, will be coming to Greeley Colorado, on March 28 and staying until March 31 to discuss and promote this exciting event coming to our community in July.

Only a few select locations are chosen each year to host the international event and Greeley, Colorado made the list, thanks to the e orts of local Balloon Business owner, Allison Dunning with Balloon Art by Merry Makers.

Davies rst created the Big Balloon Build in 2013 as a way to challenge himself and his sta in making enormous balloon sculptures and learning new techniques. Since then, he has evolved it to work with a charity, using more than 100,000 balloons and bringing in 70 of the world’s most talented balloon professionals, to create a once-ina-lifetime immersive Balloon Wonderland all in aid of a local charity to give them a platform to fundraise and raise awareness. e Big Balloon Build was created in the United Kingdom, and rst made its way to the United States last year.

Greeley, Colorado will only be the fourth time it’s been seen in the US, and Davies is excited to partner with Balloon Art by Merry Makers and Life Stories to help make a di erence to the community.

For more info

Cheryl Brown, Life Stories

Child & Family Advocacy at 970353-5970 or visit LifestoriesWeld. org/big-balloonbuild

Dungeons & Dragons Club

Dungeons & Dragons Club is up and dice rolling at Firestone Charter Academy! Creativity, strategy and teamwork are the hallmarks of the world’s greatest role-playing game. I am Jason Zook, 5th grade teacher and humble Dungeon Master.

Our intrepid 5th-8th Grade adventurers learned the basic rules of character creation and have become a band of heroes! Now, I do use the term “heroes” loosely as they seem to have been making a few unfortunate decisions of late. Warning: Spoilers Ahead…

Our story unfolded with a handful of random strangers arriving in the sleepy logging town of Falcon’s Hollow. Since then? A zombie was scared o , a caravan was saved from a pack of ravaging goblins, a group of gnomes was rescued from slavery and a few (*ahem* lots) of local laws might have been broken in the process. Not ones to wait around for the sorting out of details, our heroes recently escaped jail! Will they get far? Doubtful. Will all of us keep having fun in the meantime? De nitely!

Longmont Non-Profit : A Way Forward

Working as a healthcare provider

I’ve noticed an increase in stress and anxiety among people of all ages. As such, I’d like to take this opportunity to share information about A Way Forward, a non-pro t organization in Longmont that is here to assist all people in their journey through life. On February 22, 2023 they received the Longmont Chamber of Commerce “People’s Choice” award for 2022. Our mission is to smash barriers to recovery and create more access to comprehensive, evidence-based services focused on substance use and mild to moderate mental health disorders and create a community of belonging and healing in the St. Vrain Valley.

In 2022, A Way Forward began o ering a series of mental and emotional health classes. e classes use a Hazelden Betty Ford curriculum, which is based on Cognitive Behavioral erapy and uses workbooks and accompanying DVD. e eight-week classes each address a di erent one of the following subjects: Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Anger, Guilt & Shame, and Self-Esteem and Self-Compassion.

e pandemic had a strong negative impact on mental health especially increased Anxiety and Depression (45% increases according to the CDC). e classes attract people in the recovery community as well as community members as a whole.

Harm reduction is also a critical topic to address with overdose deaths in 2022 exceeding 107,000 in the US. A Way Forward receives bulk shipments of Narcan, a drug which can reverse the e ects of an opioid overdose. Free Narcan training and packages are available free at A Way Forward. On-Site trainings have also been held at outreach partners including e Inn-Between, e Suites, and a local school.

We ll a gap in community nonpro t services by o ering wrap-around services and evidence-based recovery classes facilitated by peers. In addition to support groups and structured classes, we provide individual peer recovery coaching with Certi ed Recovery Coaches. We are open 7 days a week and all services are free. Inclusive access to high quality services is paramount and for that reason, all of our structured classes use Hazelden Betty Ford materials, known world-wide for their recovery services. Peers provide all services. All our sta have walked the road of recovery either personally or with

family members. Evidence suggests that a peer-supported community program focused on self-determination can have a signi cant positive impact on recovery from substance addictions and homelessness.

Self-Reported Outcomes 2022

100% reported feeling more hopeful

98% improved ability to deal with stress

96% felt less depressed

96% less anxious

100% reported having more tools to handle cravings

100% reported bene ting from a sense of community

We have had the honor to touch many lives in our community.

Our total client contacts in-house increased from 2,504 in 2021, the rst year we opened, to 5,418 in 2022. For more information about A Way Forward https:// awfnobarriers.org

9993 County Road 11 | Firestone, CO. 80504 | www.purpose.church

2023 Rotary Club of Carbon Valley Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, April 8 from 1:00 to 2:30 pm at Hart Park, Firestone located at Grant and 4th, 4 blocks East of Safeway. All ages welcome. Separate hunt areas based on age. Hunts every 15 minutes! 10,000 candy lled plastic eggs. FREE activities for children and the Fire Safety House, 1,000 FREE BOOKS! EASTER BASKETS FOR SALE & GRAND PRIZE DRAWING!

EGG STUFFING PARTY – Wed. April 5 | 2:00 to 7:00 pm

Frederick Firestone Fire Protection District Admin, 8426 Kosmerl Place, Frederick

Families & Volunteers Welcome! Potluck at 6:00 pm. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

For information contact: Beverly Mendel | 303-596-7731

What is the MLS?

Research shows that only 24% of consumers understand what the MLS is, let alone how it bene ts them (25% said it stands for Major League Soccer). Relating to Real Estate, it is the Multiple Listing Service. MLS systems in the United States are the envy of the world, giving sellers exposure of their property to as many buyers as possible and buyers the choice of virtually every home on the market.

e Multiple Listing Service is what makes the Real Estate market work well, for the bene t of buyers and sellers. Realtors and brokers input the properties that they have for sale in the MLS so that all the participants in the service have access to the information about which properties are for sale. at way, a Realtor working with a buyer can see all the properties that are on the market.

Beyond the current available properties, the MLS also has the historical information on home sales and prices. is foundation of complete, current and reliable information helps your Realtor advise you not only on price and property details, but strategies for o ers or list price.

e MLS is a neutral place where virtually all the real estate agents in the market collaborate to make transactions happen. is network of relationships is actually how most home sales happen. Moreover, participants all agree to rules that ensure accuracy and e ciency in the real estate market.

While the MLS access is for only licensees, most home listings can be found on popular home search apps and websites that get their information from the MLS. With the cooperation brought about through the MLS most brokerages have all the listings available on their own websites as well. In many cases across the country, the MLSs also have public facing websites where the public can look up property information. In our area, there are two regional MLS systems, RECO and IRES, and their respective public sites are REColorado.com and ColoProperty.com

e MLS system works for the bene t of the consumers, erce competitors work together to sell properties, have rules for professional behavior, and form a reliable source of market information. e MLS puts these ideas into practice and millions of real estate professionals and consumers bene t from the e cient and healthy real estate market that results.

Greg Zadel: 2011 Realtor of the Year, Colorado Association of Realtors | 2008 President, Colorado Association of Realtors | Zadel Realty | Call or Text 303-550-5817 | Firestone greg@zadelrealty.com | www.zadelrealty.com

Covid’s Other Victim

e last three years have been devastating to so many people with the loss of loved ones, economic changes, and altered interactions with society. People, businesses, and education have all fallen victim to Covid and the Covid e ect. ere is another victim. Silently in the background endeavoring to support and strengthen the very society around it providing care, prayer, resources, and more is the church, and by the church I mean the Community of Faith.

e church is so much more than a place to go for an hour to ninety minutes a few times a month, it is a vibrant gathering of people who share a common belief in a loving and saving Lord, and they endeavor to help one another and those around them. e shutdowns, fear of gathering, political divides and varying opinions on vaccines greatly impacted this community.

In some ways it revealed weaknesses, but hey, this community is made of imperfect people who are trudging through this life aspiring to draw closer to God and be better people. is community that gathers not only in chairs in auditoriums, but also in small groups and homes to pray, encourage, and love one another is grieving more than just those who have passed away, but those who have moved on. Moved on to another state, moved on to another church, moved on to forsake their faith, and moved on mentally, emotionally, and physically. ey are discovering that many of their fellow community members are not returning, and their gatherings just do not feel the same. Why don’t they feel the same? ey are mourning. ey are grieving. eir community is yet another victim of this horrendous season we have all just come through.

I wonder what would happen if those who have separated from their communities would return? ey too will nd a new environment as others have taken their place in the community, but there is always room for one more. We have a choice we can make in this situation because it is not too late for the Community of Faith to come back. As a side note, I encourage those who have remained to stay faithful, vitality is returning to this Community in a new inspiring way.

As we approach the Easter Season it is an opportunity to come back to the community of faith. ey miss you! ey really do! People are gathering safely and embracing life once again, and this vital component of life is reaching out to embrace those who will return. ey don’t want you just for the Easter service, they want you back in the community sharing life with them again. Consider the place where you worshipped before Covid, or if you have relocated physically, go nd a new community and be a part once again. You will nd open arms.

(Rob Rocca is an ordained minister with the Assemblies of God and pastors Destiny Church in Fort Lupton, CO as well as serving as an overseer of churches in Northern Colorado. He has his Master of eology from Southwestern Assemblies of God University in Waxahachie, TX, and is currently enrolled in a Doctoral Program at Assemblies of God eological Seminary in Spring eld, MO.) Destiny Church is located at 307 S Fulton Ave, Fort Lupton, CO, and is experiencing new growth and vitality after Covid. All are welcome to join the faith community there.

On A Wing And A Prayer

ON A WING AND A PRAYER tells the inspiring true story of Doug White and his miraculous ying of a plane when the pilot dies. Due to the day being Easter Sunday, the air tra c controllers on duty have little to no ight experience. However, God orchestrates the lives of several di erent people to help Doug and his wife y the plane. When it comes time to land, high winds and a storm appear to make that impossible. Doug and his family must rely on the power of prayer and God’s faithfulness for a miracle.

MPAA RATING: PG

RELEASE: April 7, 2023

STARRING: Dennis

Quaid, Heather Graham, Jesse Metcalf, Brett Rice, Jessi Case, Raina Gray, Abigail Rhyne, Wilbur Fitzgerald, Amy Knight, James Healy, Jr.

DIRECTOR: Sean

McNamara

PRODUCERS: Roma

Downey, Karl Horstmann, Autumn Bailey

WRITER: Brian Egeston

DISTRIBUTOR: MGM

For full description and more info go to www.movieguide.org

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Health&WELL BEING

Food for the Soul: Travel Plans

Most of us make occasional trips for business or pleasure, and planning is a necessary part of these adventures. First we usually decide our destination, then we make preparations for that journey, whether by car, boat, train, airplane, or bicycle.

We determine what to take with us, perhaps make contact with friends or family we will see on the way or at our destination. We ‘count the cost’ of what expenses we will incur and how much money to take along for incidentals or souvenirs. Excitement builds as the day draws nearer for our departure, and it nally comes as we ‘take o ’ on our planned adventure, or in my case recently, drive to the airport for the actual take o as we ew to Africa.

Changing planes and navigating airports has its own set of challenges, and we all expect to nd our luggage on the carousel in good shape. Trains and taxis or shuttle buses are often part of the deal, and we at last arrive at our destination so the ‘party’ can begin. You have all been there on one of these excursions so you know both the joys and sorrows of each part of the trip.

Let’s consider another ‘trip’ that most

Regional Veteran Event

Quali ed Listeners, a Colorado-based Veteran & Family Resource Hub, will be hosting their 4th Annual “Vet Connect” Regional Event on Saturday, April 8, 2023, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at Embassy Suites, 4705 Clydesdale Parkway, Loveland, CO is free opportunity is for Veterans to connect with other Veterans for camaraderie and fellowship in a comfortable environment. It’s also a chance to learn what resources are available to them. ere will be no registration, no speakers, nothing to sign up for, nothing to purchase. Refreshments will be served.

Family members and active military are encouraged to attend.

Plenty of free parking. Enter through the John Q. Hammons Conference Center entrance.

Event Sponsors:

Top Brass Level Adams Bank & Trust Embassy Suites Hotel

people wish to take; one we may not talk about too often, but is nonetheless an expectation the majority have. When our time to depart earth comes, as it does for everyone, most are opting for heaven as their destination. What preparations are required for successfully getting there at the end of our earthly journey? We may get di erent answers from di ering sources, but for the purpose of this article I will quote from the ultimate authority on the subject- the Lord God Almighty. He knows a lot about travel plans and how to reach His place, commonly referred to as heaven. Give me a moment to lay out the clear directions given by our Heavenly Father IF your desire is to end up there instead of the other far less desirable eternal option.

As our Creator, God knows what’s best for us, and has written much about how to have an abundant life in this realm (see John 10:10) as well as even greater blessings in the next (see John 14: 1,2)God took so much care in giving us life and direction, He even left an ‘owner’s manual’ for our well-being called the Bible. Everything pertaining to life and godliness is found there, and He certainly didn’t leave out what needs to take place if we want heaven to be our nal destination. As a matter of fact, God so desires that we join Him in

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How to Get and Stay Active

Consistent exercise is a pillar of health. What’s astounding to me is that 75% - 77% of Americans don’t get the minimum weekly requirements of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise. So, how do you get active and more importantly how do you stay active? I keep it simple when I coach people - find what you love to do! It can be walking, gardening, Zumba, kickboxing, swimming, yoga, or whatever. Just find IT. You may have to try a few activities before you find what you love. Myself, I like it all and I will often sign up for an event to keep me motivated. For those of you local to the Denver Metro area, consider checking out the Cerus Fitness Festival, May 20-21.

e Cerus Fitness Festival is a local celebration of health & tness. is two-day event brings local businesses from the Town of Frederick to Centennial Park to promote nutrition, movement, and tness in all forms. Participants will experience free talks & demonstrations, local food vendors, and fun tness challenges for all ages. Here’s a taste of what you can expect:

• FREE tness challenges (win prizes from sponsors)

• FREE talks & seminars about health & wellness

• FREE yoga & Zumba classes

• A 1 mile Kids run

• Challenging & fun 400m obstacle course for all ages which will consist of hanging implements (rings, monkey bars, etc.), carries (sandbags, atlas stones, etc.), climbing over walls, and more.

• A fast, at, 5k run around downtown Frederick starting & nishing adjacent to Centennial Park. Participants will run on a combination of multi-use paths and streets.

• Strength Games that will balance out the 5k and obstacle course race. We’ll have 4-5 tests of strength that comprise the event. All tests will include some type of heavy implement or odd object. You will move right from one test to the next. Estimated time to complete-20 minutes. You can expect things like heavy sandbags, throwing an object for height, walking/running with a really heavy object, etc.

Your favorite food trucks

• Beer garden (everything is healthy in moderation)

Showcase your tness by purchasing a ticket to participate in one or some or all of the events over the course of the weekend. And don’t forget the free challenges and classes. ere’s enough to do where you can stop in on both Saturday and Sunday.

One key to health and longevity is exercise. I help coach people how to make it fun and how to get it done in our busy schedules. I know some people don’t like group classes. I get it. But I do recommend you nd an accountability partner: not just for the exercise but also for the great social connection. Consider checking out Cerus Fitness. ey have a lot of options under one roof!

Lida Johnson, Health & Wellness Coach, Certi ed Nutritionist, and Personal Trainer. www.HeadToToeCoaching.com or Lida@HeadToToeCoaching.com 203.260.2880.

heaven He sent His only begotten Son, the Lord Jesus Christ, to make a way for us to pass the entry requirements for admission into His presence!

Now, before you ‘turn o this channel’ and switch to sports or gardening, hear me out. Your personal outcome hinges on having correct information, and there can be no better Source than the Living God and what He has had written in His Word to give us clarity and con dence that we are on the right track for something so important as our eternal destiny.

Jesus said that He is “the way, the truth, and the life, and no man comes to the Father but through Him” (John 14:6). at is either true or false, but do you want to doubt the word of God on such a vital subject? at is your prerogative as a free moral agent, but it would be a very bad choice, and you will have eternal regrets should you choose this option.

Some of you may wonder ‘Who made this guy any kind of expert on such a profound subject?’ Isn’t he just another wayfaring stranger traveling through this world as I am? Yes I am, but with 76 years of traveling under my belt, and 53 of them doing so hand-in-hand with the One who gave us that Owner’s Manuel that I now read daily. I can say with absolute

Veteran Award

Presented to Mead Student Council

Quali ed Listeners, a Colorado-based Veteran & Family Resource Hub, presented a Military Shadow Box to the Mead High School Student Council in appreciation for their commitment in supporting Veterans. e students raised over $2,100 from a fundraising project with the proceeds donated to Quali ed Listeners. As thanks to the students, Quali ed Listeners hosted a pizza lunch at the school and gave a brief presentation on the mission of Quali ed Listeners along with examples of how they assist Veterans. e handcrafted shadow box included a folded American ag along with U.S. Military branch emblems and an engraved plaque expressing appreciation for their dedication to the Veteran Community.

con dence and certainty that this Jesus IS the GodMan who paid for our sin problem and makes a way for us to join Him in

eternity in a place that will blow your socks o for amazement and joy forever.

If you would know with certainty, start reading the Gospel of John in the New Testament, and meet this Man, hear His words, and see how He lived and died. en you can draw your own conclusions about what you have read here today. You DO have a choice in the matter, but be careful to make it deliberately and not casually. e life you save will be your own.

Jim pastors at Abundant Life Church, meeting at 10:00 am Sundays at 4380 Highway 66, just 3/10 mile east of I25 on the south side. Come visit us and enjoy the fellowship of others who have discovered new life with Jesus. Check out our website at www.alcworshipwarriors.org for a preview of what you will nd at ALC.

Join a Winning Team to Help Veterans

Qualified Listeners, a Colorado-based Veteran & Family Resource Hub, is growing and so are the needs of Veterans. We are looking for additional volunteers with the following interests:

• Drivers to take Veterans to medical appointments and other necessary tripsmileage reimbursed

• Someone with a pickup to help transport donated mobility devices, furniture, etc.mileage reimbursed

• Listening sessions

• Wellness checks

Your availability, your schedule. You can have a huge impact on serving Veterans and give back to those who have given so much. Volunteering is a work of heart. For details call 720-600-0860. Check us out at www.QualifiedListeners.org

“Kickstart Your Health” series at both the Carbon Valley and Erie Libraries

Part 1 of 3: What Does it Mean to Be Healthy - (Carbon Valley 4/13, Erie April 11)

Part 2 of 3: What Should I Eat to Be Healthy - (Carbon Valley 4/20, Erie April 18)

Part 3 of 3: 3 ings You Can do to Improve Your Health - (Carbon Valley 4/27, Erie April 25)

Check out the Library Events page for details. https://www.mylibrary.us/cvrl/

Alternative Medicine: Spring

At this time of year many people tend to do “spring cleaning” in the home, so I thought it would be fun to share some information about the importance of spring cleaning to help keep our mind and body happy and healthy. According to Chinese Medicine, the Liver and Gallbladder are the internal organs associated with spring. is article will provide background and discuss the importance of taking special care of these vital organs throughout spring. is season of renewal is a great time to do simple “cleansing,” especially for the Liver and Gallbladder. Both of these organs are always working to renew the body in several ways, such as their role in digestion and ridding the body of toxins. e Liver is the largest internal organ and functions include storing and distributing nourishment throughout the body, ltering toxins from the blood, and is involved in the formation of red blood cells and breakdown of blood. e liver, or hepatic cells, make bile which aids in digestion and stores the bile in the gallbladder to be used in the intestines for the breakdown of fats, and for enhancing the small intestine’s ability to absorb fatty acids.

In addition to physical function, these organs have spiritual and emotional function as well. e Liver involves regulating emotions, particularly anger, resentment, forgiveness, exibility, and planning. It is a smooth and healthy Liver that contributes to our ability to visualize and make exible plans. If the Liver were a person she would be the one who writes the mission statement for a company. And, if the Gallbladder were a person, he would be the one to carry out the plans, and delegate responsibility to the appropriate people in order to get the job done well. ey work fabulous together.

ere are some very general dietary guidelines to keep in mind during early springtime which include eating less, limiting or avoiding heavy foods such as meat, dairy, poor quality fats, and intoxicants. A general list of foods that help the Liver and Gallbladder function include the onion family, vinegar, basil, lemon, mint and leafy greens, especially dandelion and mustard greens.

Carrying out a springtime cleanse can be very simple, or more involved depending upon individual need. It is a good idea to make these dietary changes with the guidance of a healthcare practitioner, or along with a friend or family member so that there is someone to ask questions and talk with about the experience. In general, people notice that even though changing food habits may have been trying at times, they feel much more vibrant and creative when it’s nished.

“Since spring is the season in which the universal energy begins anew and rejuvenates, one should attempt to correspond to it directly by being open and unsuppressed, both physically and emotionally.” -Huang

Di Nei Jing

Daisy Lear, MSOM, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., practices Chinese medicine & acupuncture at 19411 Ute Hwy | Longmont, CO 80503. Her phone number is 303.587.3557, her email is daisylear@gmail.com or visit website at daisylear.com. She is a Healthcare Provider for CIGNA and Aetna. She is the Director of Acupuncture for Veterans and their Families also and you can learn more at www.daisylear.com

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Move & Lose Reset Challenge Winner, Group Classes

Time For Change Personal Training and Fitness Group started a 10 Week Move & Lose Reset Challenge in January to help us improve our overall health by being more active, gaining lean muscle, and improving nutrition. I’m so proud of all the ladies that participated and worked hard on improving their health and making lifestyle changes that they’ll carry on beyond the challenge.

Congratulations to Becky Hershey winner of the Move & Lose 10 Week Reset Challenge! She had a 7.66% loss, is down 17.2 lbs, and earned the $200 cash for having the highest percentage of weight loss. Becky worked on her tness goals by attending my Fitness Group Classes each week including strength training 2-3/wk, tracked things daily with her nutrition plan, and had a goal of moving and walking over 10,000 steps/ day. Kandi E. came in second with a 6.19% loss, and 15.8 lbs gone for good.

Becky said, “Tracy thank you for your coaching and your encouragement! It’s made all the di erence to do this journey

with friends. ank you to her friends for the support, the fun doing classes together and accountability, especially when life got hard. Investing in yourself and your health is not sel sh. In order to love and care for others you need to love and care for yourself. I still have a long way to go in my weight loss journey, but I will celebrate the small victories and take it one day at a time. Stay strong and courageous, ladies!”

Join us for my Fitness Group Classes: Mobility/ Pain-Relief Class Mondays 8:30am, Interval/Strength Training Tuesdays 9:30am & Weds at 7pm, CoreFirst Trainer Class Fridays 9:30am. We’ll be starting outside Group Classes when the weather warms up soon! Visit my website for details on these classes and how to get signed up today. I also o er virtual and Mobile Personal Training where I come to you. Check out the special on my website! Contact Tracy Rewerts, NASM Certi ed Personal Trainer and Corrective Exercise Specialist at 303-828-2856 or visit www.TimeForChangePersonalTraining.com

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Dacono’s Class of 2023 Scholarships Now Available

Celebrated March 16

e City of Dacono annually o ers a college/vocational training scholarship program to a graduating Dacono high school student. Students can attend any high school, but must reside in the City of Dacono. Historically, the scholarships have ranged from $500-$1,000 depending upon the number of qualifying applicants.

Happy #10 Bode

You are an amazing son, brother, and friend. We are lucky to have you in our lives!

Mom, Dad and Addie

Happy 16th birthday Ethan you are the joy to our lives! You have come so far from the NICU baby born weighing only 2 lbs. 2 oz. You have matured into such a compassionate, funny, courteous, handsome man.

Love Mom & Dad and Aunt Kelly!

Eligibility Guidelines

Eligibility: Graduating senior that resides in the City of Dacono

Restrictions: Qualifying candidates should have at least a 2.5 GPA

Amount: To be determined annually by available funds

Payable: Directly to college or vocational school

Deadline: April 3, 2023

Student must complete the scholarship application at: https://tinyurl.com/5n7nyr4r

HAPPY 26TH BIRTHDAY

Makayla Parker-Carlstrom

Happy

John Herman

be the best year yet.

You are loved and appreciated.

Celebrating April 15th

Happy 15th birthday Kaylee. You have matured into such a sweet, loving, kind beautiful spirit. We are so proud of all that you have accomplished and can’t wait to see what the future holds for you.

Happy Birthday, Liam!

We know that you are going to make an amazing 3 year old. You have made our lives even more special than we ever imagined. Have the most wonderful birthday.

Love Mom, Dad, and Aden

You have become a very sweet young lady and a wonderful Mom to Landen and Linaya.

Love Ya, Mom (Christina) and Dad (Jason) and Sisters Makenzie and Marissa

Birthday to our dad, husband, son & brother (in-law too)! May 2023

Professional Service Outstanding Results

Beginning Monday, March 27, 2023, the contractor for the new Pump Track and Bike Park in Mountain Shadows will begin site prep, including site clearing, dirt, and drainage work.

Phase 1: Pump Track

Once the site work is complete, the contractor will begin Phase 1 of the park. is will include the construction of the asphalt pump track. Work is expected to take 5 to 6 weeks, depending on the weather. During this construction phase, work hours will be from 7 am to 7 pm, Monday- Friday. With no weekend work scheduled.

e rest of the park will remain open to the public, but the construction area will be closed. Pedestrians and bicyclists are urged to follow any caution signs and avoid the work area as best as possible. Phase 1 is expected to be nished by the end of May. Once completed, that area of the new park will be open to the public.

Phase 2: Bike Park

Phase 2 of the Pump Track and Bike Park is scheduled to start at the end of July and is expected to take 4 weeks. More information about the timing of Phase 2 will be shared this summer.

e Town anticipates having a ribbon cutting for the completed Pump Track and Bike Park in September.

In 2022, the Board of Trustees approved a contract to design and construct a Pump Track and Bike Park in the Mountain Shadows subdivision, just south of the Mountain Shadows Park. In the 2023 Capital Improvement Projects budget, Phase 2 of the Pump Track and Bike Park was approved, which includes the dirt bike park portion. During the

February 8, 2023

meeting, the Board of Trustees approved a change order to the original contract approved in May of 2022, to include the design and construction of Phase 2. With this approval, both phases of the park will be constructed at once. Work is anticipated to begin this spring.

e Mountain Shadows pump track, and bike park will allow cyclists of all ages

to develop skills for o -road biking. e layout will utilize a mixture of asphalt and dirt pathways, intersections, and turns to allow riders to develop various ways of traversing the track. e park’s paths and obstacles will provide playgrounds and training facilities for bikers, skateboarders, or scooter riders at any skill level.

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Silverstone Marketplace Names King Soopers as Tenant

After nearly two years of site selection and negotiations, the Town of Frederick will be the future home to a 123K sq. ft. King Soopers Marketplace located at the northwest corner of Colorado Blvd. and Highway 52 in the Silverstone master-planned community. It will be conveniently located to serve the daily needs of all Frederick residents from the west of I-25 to the east side of Town.

e Silverstone Marketplace shopping center, being developed by Evergreen Development, will be the anchor for a new King Soopers Marketplace while providing space for additional business and community o erings. e development anticipates adding approximately 75,000 square feet of retail, restaurant, and commercial space, already receiving strong tenant interest. Once completed, this King Soopers Marketplace will be the largest grocery store in Carbon Valley, creating approximately 300 employment opportunities.

“We look forward to serving the Frederick community with a new 123k sq. ft. Marketplace store on the northwest corner of Colorado Blvd. and Highway 52. At King Soopers we’re Fresh for Everyone and we are excited to provide an exceptional customer experience, while providing fresh, a ordable, and delicious food in a one-stop shopping location that meets the needs of today’s busy, health-conscious shopper,” said Jessica Trowbridge, King Soopers Corporate A airs Manager.

Having a long-term vision, the Board of Trustees took deliberate steps toward bringing retail amenities to Frederick. ese steps started in 2021 by funding the creation of an internal Economic Development O ce, completing a retail sales tax leakage study, hiring a retail consultant, buying water for economic development incentives, and adopting a strategic plan that prioritized completing a retail attraction strategy that is in motion today. is project will be one of the rst and likely largest to materialize through the Town’s combined comprehensive plan, water conservation plan, and the transportation master plan, all directed by resident feedback.

“Residents in Frederick and the southern portion of the Carbon Valley have expressed a desire for expanded amenities, speci cally the prospect of a grocery store. is project exempli es the relationship between economic and community vitality by targeting amenities and opportunities that support the community’s voice, enhance quality of life, and create a prosperous community. We welcome the new Marketplace and know its business tenants will thrive in our wonderful Town!” said Tracie Crites, Mayor.

is project is also a true example of a public-private partnership. Due to the signi cant development costs, including roadway and utility improvements outside of the property, this approach was necessary to deliver an economically viable project. By partnering with the Town of Frederick, Frederick Urban Renewal Authority, Silverstone Metropolitan District No. 3 and Evergreen Development, we were able to reach an approach that allows the project to move forward.

Groundbreaking is anticipated in the fall of 2023. Over the next several months, sta will be reviewing the necessary site plans and other approval documents to get this project started on the right foot. ere will be additional opportunities to engage with Evergreen Development to express interest for desired users during this timeframe as well.

For question, please contact Ryan Johnson, Assistant Town Manager & Economic Development at rjohnson@frederickco. gov

APRIL2023

APRIL Severe Weather Campaign: Traditionally, in coordination with the National Weather Service, Severe Weather Awareness Week has been held in April. This year, the NWS has designated specific campaigns each quarter. In the month of April, watch our social media platforms for tips on what to remember during severe weather season so you can be as prepared as possible for changing weather.

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The Weld County Commissioners will proclaim April Child Abuse Prevention Month during their 9 a.m. board meeting. The proclamation urges all residents to dedicate themselves to protecting children and connecting with families within their communities to help them thrive.

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week - April 9-15: Watch our social media platforms, Twitter (@weldgov), Facebook (www.Facebook.com/WeldCountyGovernment), for posts throughout the week highlighting the work our 911 dispatchers do to help individuals going through emergencies.

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National Work Zone Awareness Week - April 17-21: Recognized annually, National Work Zone Awareness Week serves as a reminder to drive safely in construction zones. Help those maintaining our roads get home safely at the end of the day by slowing down in construction zones, following signs and barricades, watching for workers and avoiding distractions, such as cellphones.

Upcoming Weld County’s official fossil, Pops the Triceratops, is close to coming back home. After a year of study and restoration, the fossil will be returning to Weld County’s Administration Building very soon. Watch our social media for more information about this exciting project!

from the Commissioner Agendas and Minutes page

Obituaries and Memorials

Obituaries, Memorial Messages & photos are always FREE in our publications~ Please tell the funeral home or e-mail to carbonvalley@gmail.com. Because we are a monthly paper, most funeral dates will be past. You may post funeral service information at www.facebook.com/CarbonValleyConsumerReport and we will share with the community.

Gilbert Robert Vidaurri

April 29, 1933-March 14, 2023

Gilbert Robert Vidaurri of Frederick, Colorado passed away in Longmont, Colorado on March 14, 2023 at the age of 89. Gil was born to his parents Sotero and Marcelina Vidaurri on April 29, 1933 in Frederick. He grew up in Frederick along with his ve siblings: Ruth Gamboa, Angelo Vidaurri, Cleto Vidaurri, Lupe Jaquez and Andrew Vidaurri. Upon graduating high school Gil joined the United States Army making him a veteran. A fact of his life that he was very proud of.

Upon his return from service Gil married the former Sherry Burke on June 27, 1959 in Longmont, Colorado. e couple settled in Frederick in the same home that Gil had been raised. Gil and Sherry were married over 51 years until Sherry’s passing in 2011. e marriage produced their two children: Juli Vidaurri and Mike Vidaurri.

Gil owned and operated his own business for over 35 years. Vidaurri’s Heating Plumbing and Air Conditioning was a trusted company known to do quality work backed up by the honest owner. e sticker “Serviced by Vidaurri’s Heating” may still be found on many furnaces throughout the Carbon Valley.

Seeing a need for his small town to have access to quick, local emergency services, Gil co-founded, with others, the Tri-Town Ambulance Service. is was one of several organizations that Gil gave his time and e orts to during his life, including: Frederick

Frederick Now Hiring Summer

Jobs!

We have seasonal positions in Parks and at Bella Rosa Golf Course. ere are many opportunities if you like to work outdoors and with a team that supports each other. Seasonal Park Technicians maintain parks, trails, and open spaces by mowing, landscaping, and cleaning facilities. Bella Rosa Golf Course hires for course maintenance, pro shop, and outside service attendants. For Parks, email Sarah or call 720.382.5802. For Bella Rosa Golf Course, email Tim or call 720.382.5775. Don’t delay, apply online today!

Volunteer Fire Department, Tri-Town Lions Club, VFW Post 9741, St eresa Catholic Church, and countless charity projects throughout the area. If someone needed a hand up, Gil was there to extend his hand. All bene ted from his decades of dedication.

Preceded in death by his mother Marcelina (1978), father Sotero (1986), wife Sherry (2011), sister Ruth (2015), brother Angelo (2017), sister Lupe (2017) and brother Cleto (2021).

Survived by brother Andrew Vidaurri, daughter Juli Vidaurri, son Michael Vidaurri and his wife JoDee, grandson William Villa and his wife Heidi, granddaughter Cassandra Villa and her husband David Price, granddaughter Tia Henderson and her ancé Chase Brocious, granddaughter Brianna Henderson, granddaughter Courtnee Matteson and her husband John, grandson Jorden Vidaurri, granddaughter Lindsee Vidaurri. Great-grandchildren Trevor Price, Sierra Price, Jude Villa, and a great-granddaughter on the way.

Gilbert Vidaurri was the de nition of a good man and is already missed.

The Kindly Made Cup in Firestone

At e Kindly Made Cup, we believe every cup should be lled with kindness and our community comes rst! Our newest location is in Firestone at the Safeway Shopping Center.

We opened our rst location in Fort Lupton in October of 2020 with the goal of not only serving the highest quality co ee, tea, craft drinks and baked goods, but also creating a space where kindness and community thrive. We even o er Iced Co ee Flights.

In our world today, most people can agree that kindness is an element missing in our daily routines. Our hope is to bring a bit of kindness with everything we do. You can always count on a #KindlyMade treat when you walk into our family-owned shop.

e Kindly Made Cup serves our local community and brings us together in many ways. Sometimes that is o ering a new version of “sitting on the front porch with the light on” for neighbors to stop by, enjoy a craft-made beverage and snack while catching up with the latest news. We also enjoy providing fun, family friendly events such as Craft & Sips, Charcuterie classes, Game and Music Nights, and one of our all-time favorites is a visit from the Grinch every December!

We are a family-owned business and only hire local sta . It is a blessing to have so many amazing team members that come together at work and often develop friendships outside of the business. At e Kindly Made Cup we work with each team member to meet their personal goals whether that is to learn new work skills or earn extra money while completing their education at school.

We o er fundraising opportunities, donations and sponsorships for local organizations. As a small business, we know the importance of building a strong commitment to our community. Our owners (Karen Cain, Cody LeBlanc, Mary Ellen LeBlanc) and many sta serve on the boards or as volunteers with countless organizations. We have been honored to support many community organizations in our various communities since opening. To date, we have raised nearly $5,000 for the Fort Lupton Food & Clothing Bank, Hope @ Miracle House, and Fort Lupton Metro Wrestling, and partnered with organizations like Change 4 Change, Life Stories - Child Advocates, and Tailtwisters 4-H Club to help advance their missions.

We support other small businesses and local artisans! When you step foot in our shops, you will notice our consignment merchandise throughout. Local artisans and businesses have partnered with us to display their items and provide exposure to an entirely new community.

Our Vendor Days are one of the sta and community favorites. roughout the week, we have local vendors setup shop in hopes of not only building their businesses, but to bring the community together. Take a look at our Vendor Calendar and mark your calendar to shop with some amazing folks.

As a family with a seven-generation history in Fort Lupton, we were dedicated to starting a new business in Fort Lupton that would be connected closely to our community. After 2 years of building the business from the ground up, we have expanded to other locations to help bring in better products, services and employees for all our local communities.

e Kindly Made Cup – Firestone | 8110 Colorado Blvd, Firestone, CO 80504 | (720) 8157850 | Every day of the week 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

e Kindly Made Cup – Fort Lupton | 721 4th Street, Suite D, Fort Lupton, CO 80621 | (303) 8571210 | Every day of the week 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

e Kindly Made Cup @ Cinnabrew | 2404

E Bridge St, Brighton, CO 80601 | (720) 815-7580

| Monday – Friday 6:30 am – 2:00 pm, Saturday 7:00 am – 2:00 pm, Sunday 8:00 am – 2:00 pm

Find us at www.TheKMCup.com | Info@ TheKMCu.com | https://www.facebook.com/ KindlyMadeFirestone | Instagram: @thekmcup

Town of Firestone George E. Heath Community Scholarship Program

e Town of Firestone George E. Heath Community Scholarship Program was established to provide area students with scholarship aid for their academic excellence and community involvement to assist them in achieving educational goals following high school. e George E. Heath Community Scholarship is awarded to students for tuition expenses at the school of their choice.

All students residing in Firestone are eligible and are encouraged to apply. As a requisite for consideration, applicants must show involvement with extra-curricular activities (sports, student government, clubs, etc.), community service projects or volunteering, and/or employment in Firestone and the Carbon Valley area.

Application Deadline: April 28, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. Download Application: www. firestoneco.gov/scholarships. DETAILS: e Town of Firestone will award up to two (2) $1,250 scholarships annually; applicant must be a resident of the Town of Firestone; must be a graduating senior from an accredited high school or home school program; must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher; must show involvement with extracurricular activities (sports, student government, clubs, etc.), community service projects or volunteering, and/or employment; must be planning to attend an accredited college, university, trade school, community college, junior college, or another qualifying program; awarded scholarship funds will be made directly to the school in the name of the recipient.

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