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Diane Divadi - Local Vocal Coach Teaches Everywhere vocal coach Diane Divadi teaches improvements in their singing.”

Diane completed Kerri Lviaocal at her home in Mead and in cyberspace, Diane has been singing all her life. Ho’s Advanced Singing Skype. Diane says, “It’s a very effective

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way to teach and learn and has allowed me to work with singers in different states and even different countries around the world.”

She continues, “I want to emphasize that singing isn’t just something that some people are born with, but is something that is available to anyone.”

Diane works with students at their level, so whether one is a beginner or has lots of singing experience, she can help her students go to the next level as a vocalist. Diane is particularly focused on teaching healthy techniques and helping people overcome their vocal issues for singing and for public speaking.

Helping people improve their voices, overcome vocal problems, and really unlock their singing potential is a passion of Diane’s.

She says, “It’s so gratifying to see my students’ excitement as they gain confidence and hear the

When she was little, she loved singing to Disney records and classic musical soundtracks. She also sang in middle school and high school choirs, culminating with competition choir and show choir her senior year.

She spent several years working with different musicians, performing and sometimes recording around the Denver area.

Through these experiences, Diane learned many different genres of singing: folk, country, pop, classic rock and jazz ballads.

In 2002, her voice teacher Dr. L. Scott Martin of Denver, encouraged Diane to take his Voice Teacher Training program. She started teaching upon completion of his program, started a family in 2003 and returned to performing again in 2010 as a singer in 2 different bands. Although Diane loves to perform, she really enjoys helping others learn how to sing.

In 2014,

Program for Professional Singers & Emerging Vocal Coaches and completed an Associate Coach Training Program in 2015. In addition to her teaching, Diane also is an Associate Vocal Coach at www. thesongbirdtree. com.

Diane and her husband have 3 boys that attend Mead public schools. She loves spending time with her family, biking, camping, game nights and movie nights.

She also enjoys going to museums and art galleries and is a huge fan of historical fiction.

Diane Divadi is offering a special for CVCR readers. When you buy 3 lessons, she’ll give you the 4th one for free!

Diane teaches Tuesday-Thursdays 10:00-4:00 and offers some evening appointments. She can be reached by phone at 303.503.9218 or by email at dianetheguys@gmail.com.

I just wanted to say how much I have enjoyed working with Diane Divadi. She is kind and attentive and teaches in a way that is easy to understand and great fun. In addition to working with me on techniques to strengthen my voice and improve my performance, she is a constant source of encouragement and support.

And much laughter.

I am truly blessed to have her in my world.

Alice F.

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not a singer! Or so I thought, until Diane told me that everyone can sing!

Now she is showing me that just like a guitar, trumpet, flute, etc. your voice is an instrument and you have to learn how to play it! She makes me feel comfortable, and our lessons are fun! Brooke W.

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What’s On My Mind

What is the Church?

Written by my brother in Christ, Jim Coleman, a guest writer.

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alk through most any American town and you will find one or more church buildings. Some are ornate; some are simple, and they come both large and small, brick or wood, alive or dead. Huh? What does alive or dead mean?

Glad you asked. The church that the Bible talks about is not a building. Never was and never will be. The church of God is people- not brick and mortar or wood and stained glass. Just people redeemed by Jesus. One of the things Jesus said before He left for Heaven was this: “...I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not overpower it.” He said this to one of His disciples named Peter, and called him a rock in the process. Read it in Matthew 16:18 for yourself.

So, if the real church is people who are following Christ, what should they look like? God has gathered His people into local assemblies (churches), and they all look different, yet similar. The church was never meant to be a cozy club of likeminded people of only one race or social position or intellectual caliber. Christians are not clones who are identical in all respects; they are people from all over the world who gather together in Jesus’ name to worship God. Local churches have in their membership both rich and poor, the powerful and the powerless, those from every stratum of society, the old and the young, adults and children, conservatives and radicals. They have a variety of temperaments.

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comprise a wonderful thing about the church. God brings together an assortment of people unlike most any other gathering on earth. There is rich variety in our brothers and sisters in Christ, and such contrasts would strain other groups that do not have the Holy Spirit as a unifier.

The first several verses of Romans 14 take on this challenge and give us guidance in resolving the potential tensions from so many differences of background and education. Paul the apostle shares firmly that “not one of us lives for himself..., but we live for the Lord.” Therein lies the “secret” to harmony in these families of believers- we are no longer living only for ourselves, but for God and one another.

Selflessness begins to replace selfishness.

None of Jesus’ followers are perfect in this quest, but all are growing in it. The closer we follow the Savior, the better our serving becomes.

As to my “alive or dead” comment in the first paragraph, let me explain. Most churches are formed with some degree of passion to follow the Lord. Sometimes that initial fervor recedes in the following generations and the original purposes of that church are lost. They can become cold and stagnant and unrepresentative of Jesus Christ and what He taught us. They may still have “a form of religion” but not much of its lifegiving power. Sometimes they follow the norms of this current age instead of the Biblical mandates. They adopt all the latest fads and some fiction gets into their practice. This is not what

Kelly Martindale, Publisher Paul said, ". . . no one stood with me, but all forsook me...

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Jesus had in mind for His followers. Go with an alive church not a dead one.

My suggestion for anyone reading this who feels that the particular church they are attending has slid a long way from its original foundation is simple� find a local church that better represents what the Bible teaches and join them.

You will profit from the fellowship of like-minded believers and your joy will return in full. Church attendance lets us exercise and renew our faith weekly.

Being in a happy family of worshipers equips families to bless and be blessed.

Be an active part of the family of God. Don’t forsake assembling.

Jim pastors Abundant Life Church, which meets at 10:00 am Sundays at 4380 Highway 66- just 3/10 mile east of I25 on the south side. Come worship with us and see why it’s all about the love.

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hat better way to gather together family and friends than a reunion?

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Consultants can help families with last minute itinerary changes and canceled flights, as well as arranging for family members with special needs. For large groups, a travel consultant usually has access to pre-negotiated airfare and hotel rates otherwise unavailable.

Planning a reunion can become complicated, especially a large reunion involving lots of people. Experienced travel consultants recommend that families begin planning up to two years in advance. If you are planning a reunion that involves traveling long distances, or an adventure like a cruise or a trip out of the country, many family members may need time to save money and make special arrangements for extended leave from work.

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Picking a date that works for everyone can be one of the most difficult - but one of the most important - steps in planning a family reunion. Ask for suggestions and select a date that will work for most.

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Consider holding the reunion on a cruise ship or at an all-inclusive resort. Each offers entertainment options for every generation and can take much of the stress out of planning activities around varying interests. Choose a venue that is large enough to accommodate activities for everyone and offers a variety of things to do.

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Statement from Town of Firestone on Governor’s Directive

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e applaud the steps taken by the Governor in his directive to operators, and we are hopeful this directive and the awareness of this issue helps ensure no community ever experiences a similar tragedy. We encourage the operators to move promptly to carry out the steps in the directive.

Together we will continue to heal as a community. The Town of Firestone is closely reviewing our Town’s municipal codes and policies and, certainly going forward we’ll be having more dialogues about the role local jurisdictions can play, as compared with state regulators and operators. We will work to ensure any and all changes we can make within our authority at the local level are made.

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Longmont Artists Guild will hold their annual fine art show at Boulder county Fairgrounds

June 8th from 1 pm to 6 pm June 9th from 10 am to 8 pm with reception from 6 pm to 8 pm June 10th from 10 am to 6 pm June 11th from 10 am to 4 pm.

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Playground for Special Needs Children Ruined Submitted by Brandi-Lynn Greig Orignally Posted at http://kdvr.com/2017/05/16/ playground-for-special-needs-children-ruined/

The children at the Inspiring Talkers Therapy and Learning Center are showing great strides in learning.

Many are coping with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and autism, and they need a safe playground.

“We need an enclosed space so they won’t go into parking lots or on the highway,” owner Brandi-Lynn Greig said.

Four months ago, Greig said she hired Great Decks and Fencing to build a safety fence after raising $15,000 for the project, but most of the fence fell to pieces just one week after it was installed.

“It had only been buried 6 inches in the ground instead of the 2 to 3 feet that was required. Now we have nothing. It is

heartbreaking,” Greig said.

Just cleaning up the mess will cost an extra $3,000. A GoFundMe page has been set up to help build the playground.

The FOX31 Problem Solvers tried to reach the contractor but found the phone number is changed or disconnected.

The business has an A-minus rating with the Better Business Bureau but is not listed with the state Department of Regulatory Agencies.

Greig said she wishes she would have checked out the business before handing over so much money.

She also has a message for the contractor.

“I hope that you can find it in your heart to do right for our kids, right for the families,” she said.

Area Mayors’ Report—For those of us who do not attend meetings DACONO MAYOR, JOE BAKER

z First off; I want to apologize on behalf of the City for the Cancellation of the dedication ceremony for the Carbon Valley Veterans Memorial Park here in Dacono, it was scheduled for the Sunday before Memorial Day but the Weather just clobbered us with delay’s this year and we Joe Baker want to get this right and give the respect to our Carbon Valley Veterans they deserve so after a lot of anguish, the city decided to give the constructors’ their proper amount of time to finish the park at the highest level of quality/craftsmanship possible. The Dedication Ceremony will be held on Sunday July 2 2017 at 9:00 A.M. Sharp. Check the city website/Facebook page for more information and again, please except my sincere apology. z Almost Free Building Permit Month - It’s time to head to the home improvement store and kick-off that summer project. Don’t forget that during the month of June, the City of Dacono is offering “Almost Free Building Permits.” All month, fees including building permit application, plan review, and inspection fees will be reduced. The fee reduction applies to the alteration, repair, or improvement of existing residential structures and the erection, alteration, repair or improvement of structures associated with existing homes, such as garages, additions, carports, sheds and fences. Payment of use tax still applies. All necessary permits must be obtained prior to beginning your project. As always, any work completed without a building permit is subject to double permit fees. Work authorized under the permit must be completed no later than September 30, 2017, otherwise all applicable fees, including the

FREDERICK MAYOR, TONY CAREY

Tony Carey

z Each month, I’ll give you some insight into topics that I am getting approached about frequently and what is coming up in my conversations with

MEAD MAYOR, GARY SHIELDS

z Wow! What a rainy way to end the month of May! Of course, I am always grateful for the rain in Colorado but I am sure we can agree that those were some strong storms. Speaking of storms and weather, the annual fishing derby was cancelled on May 20th due to the snow we received that week and has been rescheduled for June 3rd beginning at 8:00 am.

Gary Shields

FIRESTONE MAYOR, PAUL SORENSEN

Paul Sorensen

z May was an extremely busy and challenging month for all our Town citizens and employees.

I want to thank all those who have spent extremely long days and

full building permit fee, plan review and inspection fees, will be assessed. For more information, contact Donna Case at 303-833-2317 x128. z Citywide Garage Sale - Save the date! Saturday, June 17.

Annually, the City of Dacono promotes a citywide garage sale the third week of June. Residents throughout the City of Dacono are encouraged to hold coordinated garage sales. Residents may register individual, multi-family, or block garage sales with the City of Dacono. Registration is free and a limited number of free garage sale signs are available for registered addresses. Visit the City's web site to register at: www.cityofdacono.com z The Citywide Garage Sale is typically advertised in local newspapers including Times-Call, Daily Camera, Hometown Weekly, Broomfield Enterprise, and Loveland Reporter-Herald, on the City's website, Craigslist, and Facebook page. Advertisements will indicate sales begin at 8 a.m., however start your sale at a time most convenient for you! z Bike to Work Day - Bike to Work Day is June 28, and this is a great event for the community to be involved in. Register now! http:// biketoworkday.us. If you commute, consider switching to a bike-ride to work instead of a drive – there are trip-planning resources available to help you (http://biketoworkday.us/content/tips-new-riders). If bike to work frequently, still remember to register – Bike to Work Day is a federally funded event, and registrations help to get support from regional leaders for biking infrastructure projects. If you don’t commute, consider riding your bike to enjoy free breakfast at the different stations in your neighborhood (you can view this year’s stations here: http://biketoworkday.us/stations). You can also check to see if your employer is participating in the Business Challenge (http://biketoworkday.us/ content/business-challenge-results). z Movie at the Park/National Night Out - Tuesday, August 1 at 6:30 p.m. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, better places to live. Let's talk safety, build a stronger community, and enjoy a FREE movie in the park. The Dacono Police Department and Mountain View Fire Rescue partner for an evening designed

to promote public safety and enhance community relations between our first responders and residents. Check out police cars, fire apparatus, hands-on learning stations, and enjoy free refreshments. Back by popular demand, a FREE outdoor movie at Dave Osborne Park. This year, the movie will be "Sing", an animated comedy for the family. Pack a snack and enjoy an evening under the stars. Movie will begin just after dusk. What a great way meet your neighbors and strengthen neighborhood spirit! z 10th Annual Carbon Valley Music & Spirits Festival - Save the date...Saturday, August 5 from 2:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. at Centennial Field, under the blue water tower. Live Music. Check out our line-up of the area’s best live music throughout the day. Live entertainment this year includes Cracker, FACE, Chris Daniels and the Kings, My Blue Sky, Kerry Pastine and the Crime Scene, Generation Nomad, and more!

Kids Events; CVM&SF play host to all things kids.

Each year we bring out something new like bungee trampolines, climbing walls, bounce castles, and even a magician! It’s an evening of family-friendly events featuring fun for everyone.

Spirits Contest; Enjoy craft spirits from area distillers as they not only provide crowd-wide libations, but also face off head-to-head in several unique spirits tasting contests to find out who can bring the most spirit.

Beer Garden; Don't miss the beer garden where we'll be pouring pints from our selections of local craft beers. Whether it's one of your current favorites or a brand new brew, soak up the summer sun with a refreshing treat.

Fireworks; What could be better on a late-summer's eve than an exciting fireworks display? CVM&SF invites friends and family to roll out the blankets, sit back in the grass and enjoy the City of Dacono's sendoff to summer.

For sponsor and vendor information, visit the festival web page: www.carbonvalleymusicfestival.com z Thank you for taking the time to read my report, like us on Facebook and/or check out our website anytime for information. z Take care, Mayor Joe Baker

residents and business owners, whether positive or negative. Here’s what’s trending in Frederick this month. z The Town of Frederick Scholarship was given to three deserving students this year. Congratulations to Isaiah Curtis, Audrey Ryan and Connor Welch. I know that the three of you will represent your community well as you start the next chapter of your lives. Isaiah and Connor will be going to CU Boulder and Audrey will attend the University of Arizona. Thank you to everyone who makes this program successful, particularly my fellow Scholarship Committee members Sean Corey, Brion Stapp, and Sue Wedel.

We greatly appreciate the time and consideration you give to this program each year. z I want to take this opportunity to thank Fire Chief Ted Poszywak for the years of service to his community. You provided strong leadership to the last minute of your tenure and have set a solid foundation for the

Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District’s future. z It’s been great to see all of the blue light bulbs in porchlights throughout Frederick in support of law enforcement in our community. There are still some available at the Frederick Police Department if you’re interested in joining this effort. Another great way to show your support is to wave at a policeman if you see them driving through the community. Those little actions mean a lot to these hardworking men and women and I appreciation your efforts in letting them know you care. z Just a reminder that the Frederick in Flight hot air balloon festival will take place June 23-25. You can find more information about the morning lifts and the evening glow on the town’s website. I hope to see you all there to experience the wonders of flight as you enjoy the company of your fellow community members and their out-of-town guests.

This new date coincides with the Colorado free fishing weekend so all members of the family can fish during this year’s event without a fishing license. z Other items of local interest in June are both the movies and the concerts in the park. Both of these events are free to the public and have proven to be a great way to get out with family and friends and to meet other Mead residents. On June 16th, the first movie is scheduled with pre-movie festivities (friends, family and food trucks) beginning at 6 pm and the movie starting at dusk (approximately 8:30 pm). Upcoming concert in the park dates are June 8th and June 22nd from 6-8pm. I know that the Events Committee has been hard at work getting these events planned and they are sure to be a huge success as they have been in years past. z Lastly, I would like to remind everyone that on June 15th the Town of Mead Police Department will begin providing law enforcement and patrol services for our residents. First and foremost,

I would like to acknowledge and thank the Weld County Sheriff’s office for their dedicated support and protection that they have provided to the town for many years. I would also like to thank Sheriff Reams for his support and patience in this process as we have ramped up our own services and they have retired their contracted patrol services to Weld County towns. z This is a momentous occasion for our 109-year-old town that we would start our own police department and I can say that I am very proud to have been a part of the effort to get things going. Please take the time to meet our Police Chief and our Police Officers and to welcome them to our town. Also, a very important reminder is that if you should have an emergency or need the assistance of our police officers, please call 911 and not the town hall. z As always, please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns @ 970-535-4477. z Sincerely, Gary Shields, Mayor, Town of Mead

nights working to keep our community safe as possible. z Last month we had an extremely successful Annual Cleanup Day. Once again, our Public Works Dept. hosted an amazing event. The piles of misc. building materials, yard debris, and just a lot of unwanted junk found a new home far away from our backyards, garages and basements. The hard work and organization kept the continuous line of cars, trucks and trailers moving efficiently. The pancake breakfast was well attended and the afternoon hot dog and hamburgers lunch too. Thank you to all the Town employees and Board members for spending the day helping to make the beautiful Saturday event a success. I also want to thank the Firestone police facility task force for their volunteerism and the big heart they all have for our community and the help they provided at the cleanup event.

z June is the beginning of our Food and Flick Friday events.

June 2nd and June 16th the movies will be at Settlers Park in the Oak Meadows subdivision and June 23rd at Harney Park in Historic Firestone. All events begin at 6:00 pm with music, fun games and several food trucks to help satisfy your appetite before the movie begins at sunset. This is a summertime favorite for our community and if you have never attended please venture out with your lawn chair and blanket to enjoy this family friendly gathering of neighbors. I hope to see you in the parks. z A friendly reminder to drive with extreme care and let us all keep our children’s safety a top priority. If you have any questions concerns or suggestions please contact me psorensen@Firestoneco. gov.

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Hudziak Answers Questions About Funding Figurilli Committed to Frederick Citizens Submitted by Donna Hudziak

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would like to begin by responding to suggestions made at the April 25th Frederick Town Board meeting relating to the Town’s budgeting process. During that meeting, three suggestions were made: (1) the Board establish a moratorium on all discretionary spending by the Town; (2)The Board pass a resolution requiring Emergency approval on any expenses which exceed $25,000; and (3) The Board direct the Town Manager to develop a zero based budget.

Since that meeting, I have researched municipal budgeting and the State and Town mandates and limitations in this regard. I began by looking at the definition of “discretionary”, which is defined as “available for use at the discretion of the user”. From that definition, one can see that the term “discretionary” is extremely vague, not legally defensible and totally inappropriate for municipal government financing. When the motion was made to follow this request, the vote failed by a vote of 4 to 2.

Frederick’s budget is structured and prepared pursuant to guidelines afforded by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). Frederick’s reporting and annual budget process is also guided by two sources: Government Accounting, Auditing and Financial Reporting (GAAFR) and the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB). Colorado State Statutes require of all municipalities in the State to submit a balanced budget to the Department of Local Affairs on an annual basis (CRS, Title 29). I should add that, if Frederick’s budget showed in excess of a five million dollar deficit, the Town would be in deep trouble on all fronts. So, NO, THE Town does not show a “deficit” in excess of five million dollars! In fact, because of the efforts of the majority of the Board and past Boards, Frederick has been able to complete flood recovery in three years, where it is taking many municipalities in the State up to ten years.

The repair and recovery to our roads and bridges and culverts damaged by the flood was extremely expensive, not budgeted for and required the Board to draw on its reserves for the past three years. The coming year is no different, the Board will have to draw on its reserves for budgeted expenses, THIS DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A “DEFICIT BUDGET”.

Article X, Section 20 of the State Constitution REQUIRES a 3% reserve in all municipal budgets for emergency purpose. The Frederick Town Boards,

for the current year and years past, determined that additional reserves be established to provide for unforeseen reductions in revenue, such as lost economic development revenue (sales and property taxes) and a downturn in the housing market (impact fees, property taxes, use taxes, franchise fees etc.), Acts of God (fire, floods, etc.) must also be considered as a need for reserves.

In the current and previous years, if budgeted revenues turn out to be less than actual, Frederick’s reserve target has been maintaining a reserve to support a minimum of 150 days of approved General Fund operating expenditures (Frederick currently has reserves which exceed the 150 day target). A major objective of the Town Board is to maintain appropriate levels of financial reserves in the event of a historic event (the flood of 2013, shutdown of an electrical grid and unforeseen disasters not expected when considering the annual budget for the Town) so that the Town operations are minimally disrupted.

The two largest general fund revenue sources are continued State and Federal grants and sales tax. This is the main reason Town Boards currently and in the recent past, have seen the need and aggressively pursued economic development in Frederick. When there is opposition to any kind of economic development within the Town’s boundaries it speaks loud and clear to potential commercial and industrial businesses( and even residential developers who want to build affordable housing for young people and seniors) that Frederick is not open for business. There are plenty of surrounding municipalities which haven’t incurred such a situation and would love to have those businesses or apartments within their boundaries.

I would hope that the suggestion that the Board adopt a resolution requiring special approval for any expense over $25,000 is viewed as unworkable for any local government. Such a suggestion is short sided and definite proof of the old adage “penny wise and pound foolish” Lastly, the suggestion that the Board adopt a zero based budget is not only impossible, but it is illegal according to State Statute. Our citizens must remember that the majority of this Board is honestly and transparently looking out for the over 11,000 citizens of the Town of Frederick.

We are determined to be the best stewards of the Town’s finances that we possibly can because each member of the Board is genuinely devoted to Frederick and its residents.

Meghan C. Martinez, Town Clerk Town of Frederick P.O. Box 435 Frederick, Colorado 80530 May 27,2017

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his letter is in response to your letter dated May 18,2017, notifying me that you have approved 147 of the 147 signatures required on a recall petition submitted by the committee organized by the losing candidate in last year's regularly scheduled town election.

I understand I have the right to challenge the validity and sufficiency of the recall petitions submitted by my prior opponent and his committee, but I will not do so. This attempted recall of myself and Trustee DeSantis will already force the Town of Frederick to spend thousands of taxpayer dollars to put on a recall election this summer. Even though recall proponents only collected barely enough signatures to trigger a special election, I don't think it's necessary to make the Town staff and the Town attorney spend hours and even more taxpayer dollars for a petition challenge hearing to get the petition tossed out on technicalities-even if the way some of the signatures were collected may have been improper.

I know I'm accountable to the good people who have made the Town of Frederick their home. I'm happy to stand before the voters of our Town and let them decide if I'm doing a good job or not. Town Trustees are not paid, full-time politicians.

We receive a small monthly stipend of only $150 per month to help cover some of the time and expenses associated with travel and attending what is usually two meetings of the Board of Trustees each month.

When I ran for office last year. I promised the voters that I would always be honest, and that I would do my very best to do the right thing. I understand that my neighbors may not always agree with every vote I've taken, or with everything I've said or done as a Trustee over the past year.

Since being elected, I've only missed ONE official meeting of the Board of Trustees because of a temporary back injury. And I've done my job as Trustee to the best of my ability.

The only specific complaints the proponents of this recall have been able to

identify in their recall petition is that I didn't vote Yes on every single development proposal and zoning variance that came before the Board of Trustees, and that I didn't attend a community BBQ. Really?

Is that why we are now going to spend thousands of taxpayer dollars on a recall election?

What the folks behind this recall really want is for me to just be a rubberstamp for the Mayor, or a rubber-stamp for developers and special interests. But it's my job to ask the tough questions, to listen to the complaints and concerns of the residents of our Town, and to try to hold the Mayor, our Town Manager and our local government accountable.

I know that it would be a heck of a lot easier for the Mayor if I would just shut up, never ask tough questions, and just go along with everything the Mayor and special interests or developers want. But it's my responsibility as a Town Trustee to make sure we are managing our Town budget wisely, spending our tax dollars responsibly, and following the law and our own zoning codes fairly.

My grandfather was a coal miner who settled here in Frederick back when there were only a few hundred residents.

I grew up here, I went to school here, and have lived here nearly my entire life. My wife and I now live in the same home my parents raised me in, and we are proud to call Frederick home. I'm not opposed to responsible growth, and I'm glad that so many good folks have decided to move to Frederick to raise their families and make our Town their home too.

It's my job as a Town Trustee to honor our town's history and heritage-and I also know it's my responsibility to do my very best to plan ahead for our Town's future.

I'm confident that the voters who elected me to a four-year term in 2016 will be able to see right through this transparent and politically-motivated attempt by the losing candidate to run a recall election a little more than a year later, and they will vote NO on this unjustified and unnecessary recall.

Rocky Figurilli P.O. Box 70 Frederick, Colorado 80530-0070 rfiguril]i@frederickco.gov 720-382-5506

Mead High School Golf Tournament Friday, August 4, 2017 2:00pm Shotgun Start 4-player Scramble @ Ute Creek Golf Course

$350 Foursome package includes green fees, cart, bucket of balls, dinner and awards ceremony

Register online NOW at www.meadgolftourney.com Sponsorship opportunities still available! on our website or call Lisa @ 303-921-1252

Event Day Contests Longest Drive—Men Longest Drive—Women Closest to the Pin Longest Putt—Men Longest Putt—Women

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Join us for cocktails and dinner!

Just $25 per guest!

Register online!

A special prize will be awarded to one guest!

Thank you to our tournament sponsor

The Mead Athletic Department and the MHS Education Foundation are proud to bring back this annual event.

100% of the proceeds will benefit student scholarships for athletics and continuing education.

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Blackwood Legacy Quartet in Concert

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ack by popular demand, Nashville’s Blackwood Legacy quartet will present a Southern Gospel concert on Saturday, June 24th at 7:00 p.m., at Abundant Life Church located at 4380 Highway 66 (3/10ths of a mile east of I-25 on Hwy 66, just east of the Red Rooster restaurant). Admission is free and an offering will be received.

The Blackwood Legacy quartet links the best of Southern Gospel’s traditional sound with today’s newer Country Gospel and worship music.

Formed by group leader and bass singer, Rick Price, the group has been in ministry for more than 15 uninterrupted years. Rick began his career singing with the Grammyaward winning Blackwood Brothers Quartet more than 35 years ago, eventually being inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Joining him on baritone is Spokane native Luke Yates, a popular country and Christian recording artist and musician. Tenor singer, Paul Secord, was formerly a featured singer for Disney world, and is known as one of the most versatile musicians on the scene today. Their newest member and lead singer is Hunter Sparkman, a talented Christian recording artist based out of Nashville.

For more information you can visit ALCworshipwarriors.org, BlackwoodLegacy. com, or find the quartet on Facebook.

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In and Around Carbon Valley Over the Next Month or So

June

BIGGER & BETTER Location for Shalom Bikes!

"Same building but opposite end and much larger facility," says Kelly Martindale on visiting Shalom Bikes new store at 142 6th Street, Units 1 & 2, in Frederick (directly east of Carbon Valley Florist). Their move and renovation enables them to care for their clients in a much greater capacity. Stop in for Mother's Day specials and check out the inventory in the new store. Remember, they carry bicycles for all types of riders including the new Colnago line and offer complete service and parts on all makes and models.

Watch their FB page for group rides and dates!

For more information call 303.833.4160.

Eagle Lake Camp June 26-30 Register Now - Eagle Lake Camp on Location @ RMCA | June 26-30, 9AM - 4PM -- $179 per camper We are excited to be partnering with RMCC and Eagle Lake Camp to bring life-on-life ministry through counselor relationships in the midst of an exciting camp experience. Inflatables, bungee trampoline, gaga ball and other highenergy activities are only the beginning!

Eagle Lake's enthusiastic staff meets every child where they are in life and cares for their individual needs. The registration link is now live so click the link below to register! http://eagl ela ke camps.c om/camp/ rockyacademy/

Carbon Valley Wine Festival presented by Wild Cider June 24th

Painting Stucco

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tucco is one of the oldest building materials known to exist and is quite popular in western states. Originally available in only native earthen pigments of the materials from which it was made, stucco is now available in a variety of hues by adding color to its final coat.

We’re often asked about painting stucco, usually because the homeowner wants to change the color and repair cracks.

Many homeowners use regular house paint but there are much better alternatives. We recommend elastomeric paint, which is a breathable, expandable type of paint initially designed for waterproofing stucco. It is also an ideal coating for concrete and masonry.

Applied correctly elastomeric coatings will help to

preserve your stucco.

The most challenging aspect of prepping a stucco house for painting is the crack repair. When it comes to stucco crack repair, less is more. Repairing every little line that appears could result in an unsightly appearance. Rather than patching those thin cracks a good quality elastomeric paint applied correctly will fill them. It will stretch as those cracks expand and contract underneath. Wider cracks should be filled with a high quality exterior grade acrylic latex caulk containing grit so it will have the appearance of stucco before applying the elastomeric paint. If large areas of your stucco need repair there are many products available to tackle that task as well.

In Colorado synthetic stucco is used a lot in new homes. It is applied the same way but usually with less coats and thinner coats. We recommend elastomeric coating for synthetic stucco as well.

For more information please call Tim Zaerr at Blue Parrot Painting at 303.678.8442 or visit www.blueparrotpainting.com.

Carbon Valley Wine Festival Presented by Wild Cider We had so much fun last year, we are going to do it again!

Join us and sample some of the best Colorado Cider, Meads and Wines in one location! Local artists and food vendors from all over Colorado will be there to sell their wares! A perfect way to start your summer off right! We love Colorado weather and know it changes by the minute - be prepared and know that the gates will open on time! Gates Open: VIP 12:30 pm General Admission 1:00 pm The Wild Animal Sanctuary Beer Garden at the Carbon Valley Wine Festival - A beer with a purpose! We will be partnering with The Wild Animal Sanctuary and some of the best local breweries again this year to benefit the animals! While donations are encouraged, your admission into The Wild Animal Sanctuary Beer Garden is included with your Carbon Valley Wine Festival ticket purchase! Gates Open: General Admission 1:00 pm.; 11455 County Road 17, Firestone, CO 80504 or call 303.532.9949 or visit www.wildcider.com.

Miners Day Miners Day is one of Frederick’s premier annual community events, drawing thousands of people to Downtown Frederick for family-oriented fun and entertainment throughout the day. Part of what makes Miners Day so great is all of the wonderful vendors we have that fill the park with fun and interesting displays! So, do you want to be a part of Miners Day this year? Parade, food and vendor booth applications are available at www.frederickco.gov/240/Miners-Day.

New Summer Schedule!

Tue/Thur in Frederick 7pm, Mon/Wed in Niwot 8:30am.

RSVP Required for Class.

See Website For Details.

$10 Off A 10 Session Punch Card For Fitness Group

Your First Session Is Free, Then $10 Off A 10 Session Punch Card For My Ladies Only Fitness Group.

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$20 Off A 10 Session Mobile Personal Training Package

Includes a Free Fitness Assessment, Measurements, Nutrition Consult and Accountability.

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Frederick in Flight Flies Again June 23-25 Mark your calendars for one of Frederick’s hallmark events: Frederick in Flight. This year’s event will take place in Centennial Park (631 8th Street, Frederick), and will feature over 30 hot air balloons, including two special shaped balloons, taking to the sky at once! It will be an event you won’t want to miss. Stay tuned to the Town of Frederick’s website and Facebook page for more event details as it gets closer. Want to fly in a balloon? We sell sponsorships in exchange for balloon rides, so contact Brooke Cunningham at bcunningham@frederickco.gov or 720382-5513 for more information.

Rassln Wrestling Camp 11th Annual "Rassln" on the Farm.

Free Summer Wrestling Camp. 3rd-8th Grade Boys/Girls. June 5th-9th; 9am11am. First 14 campers accepted. Call for info. 602.647.5594 Jack.

Summer Fun For The Whole Family!

Mark your calendars! Graceful Oaks Youth Ranch (GOYR) will be hosting Family Fun Nights the first Friday evening of every month beginning in June through September from 6-8 p.m. We will start our evening together around a campfire and eating hot dogs and s’mores. We will also be playing games, shooting archery, and there will be an interactive family Bible time. There is a $10 suggested donation per family, which includes one hot dog and one s’more per person and all other activities. We hope you can join us this summer for an evening of fun and fellowship! Graceful Oaks is located at 8098 County Road 14 at the Eastern edge of Frederick. For more information on GOYR please go to www.goyr.org or check out our Facebook page!

2017 Relay For Life of CV Saturday, July 15 @ 5:00p.m. – July 16 @ 6:00a.m. Hart Park, 467 Jackson Ave, Firestone.

Registration is FREE to all participants www. relayforlife.org/CarbonValleyCO.

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he City of Dacono is proud to announce the 10th Annual Carbon Valley Music & Spirits Festival on August 5th. Join the City and its sponsors for food, brews, spirits, fireworks, the kids festival and live music from Cracker, FACE, Chris Daniels & the Kings, My Blue Sky, Kerry Pastine & the Crime Scene and Generation Nomad. Admission is FREE! Learn more at www.carbonvalleymusicfestival.com or find the event on Facebook today!

way with better banking for over one hundred years and we’re looking forward to the future.

Join us.

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Taste of Mead Summer Fest 2017!

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oin us for this inaugural event to be held Saturday, June 10th from 2pm to 8pm at the Mead Town Park, Mead, Colorado. This June 10th, 2017, the Mead Area Chamber of Commerce, The Town of Mead and the Mead Downtown Development District are combining their efforts to host THE Summer event you won’t want to miss!

The Taste of Mead Summer Fest will include a variety of local vendor booths for shopping, several food trucks for munching, a whole corner of the park devoted to fun children’s activities, a silent auction for artlovers, a youth art exhibit, a beer garden to relax in and musical entertainment of all sorts that will play throughout the event!

Visitors are invited to shop the many

local businesses that will be showing off their products and services and take part in a silent auction showcasing fine art pieces. Come support the school’s band and choir students in their performances, and the many other local musicians and artists that will be there as well.

This event is free admission and fun for the whole family so mark your calendars for June 10th, grab your friends and family and we’ll meet you down at the Mead Town Park for some good oldfashioned Summer fun!

For more information, please go to www.meadchamber.org or feel free to contact me by email at jessica@ meadchamber.org.

he first Murder Mystery Dinner was held on February 25 in the clubhouse at Prairie Greens. This event followed after the movie “Clue” in a “Who Dun it” type of murder event.

The butler seated 70 residents for dinner, including: Miss Scarlet’s killer rolls, Eliza Black’s Guilty Garden Salad, Ms. Body’s Lethal Fried Chicken, and Mrs. Peacock’s Drop Dead Cheesecake. Twelve characters dressed as Mr. Green, Professor Plum, Miss White etc. began to solve the murder mystery by finding clues around the clubhouse. The weapon was the

candlestick, the room, the dining room and the murderer, Marla Mustard were all revealed. A Fun time was had by all.

There was one person who organized it all and sponsored it with her own money, time, and ideas. That person was Myra Hacker.

Prairie Greens is a great community located in Frederick, where neighbors share in events like the Murder Mystery Dinner, St. Patrick’s Dinner, A Talent Show, Ice Cream social and Community Picnic.

Come by and visit our community.

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DRONES

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ith all the news and activity about drones in the press lately, good and bad, FPV racing drones has become one of the fastest growing sports in the world. It is an incredible event for spectators wanting to experience this face pace high tech sport that has grasped the world population where youth and adults compete in the same sport against each other. It is amazing thing to see participants competing in a flying race where they fly small quadcopter in an obstacle course with tunnels, gates and dodging around flags, at speed over 45 mph, while wearing goggles, that let them see through a small camera in the racing copter.

To be make this sport better known to the public, the Longmont Electric Aircraft Flyers (LEAF) will be hosting their second annual FPV Race on Saturday, June 17, 2017.

Pilots all over the state and as far away as Casper WY will be competing against each other for prize money and plaques to prove their are the best. At the event spectators will be able to see the race by viewing the video from the FPV racers, on monitors while they are flying, to experience what each of the pilots see. In addition the public will be able to see these amazing high tech aircraft's and speak with the pilots flying them.

Rick McCaskill, LEAF President / Contest Director, 303-682-0440

Longmont Electric Aircraft Flyers FPV DRONE MULTICOPTER RACE EVENT!!!!

Saturday, June 17, 2016

The event will be a public race and demonstration for the hottest new trend in the hobby. FPV Pilots from all over the state will be racing. If you want to see or learn more about this hobby, members of the AMA and the Longmont Electric Aircraft Flyers (LEAF) will have a table display to answer questions from the public. Pilots will also be available to answer questions during the event. Bring your chair and have some great fun.

Location: Longmont Electric Aircraft Flyers Field

Jamie and Lisa Haig Open RBJ Glass

By Jan Sciacca

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ocal residents Jamie and Lisa Haig opened RBJ Glass on March 8. Jamie acquired 15 years of glass experience while working for a glass firm in Boulder. RBJ specializes in residential and commercial glass replacement and repairs, shower doors and enclosures, window replacement, desk tops, table tops, mirrors, screens and caulking.

One of the most exciting experiences for Jamie is when their company was “trending” on the popular NextDoor app.

Their first two months in business have been busy satisfying NextDoor clients and doing commercial work for Boulder’s Dean Callan and Company and Property Resources.

Realtor Sara Hansard of RE/MAX NEXUS has used RBJ to provide her clients with glass and window replacements that were needed prior to properties closing.

Jamie and Lisa want RBJ to be known as a superb glass shop and a family-run business that is dedicated to its community. Although located in Firestone, RBJ serves the northern I-25 Corridor. Jamie says he likes the feeling of helping his clients improve their homes and businesses.

In talking with Jamie, I learned that a “fix” for a foggy window doesn’t always have to be a new window. Jamie says, “When your glass seals fail, a new window is not needed. Glass replacement is an option at a more economical price.”

754 County Road 26 LONGMONT, CO 80504 ***EVENT WILL BE HELD IN THE FPV/HELI AREA ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE LEAF FIELD*** Since this will be an AMA sanction event, all pilots we will need AMA membership and FAA numbers for this event. Pilot fee is $25.00, which $5 will go to a cash prize to the winning pilot, along with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place plaques.

Pilot's Check-in—8:30 am Meeting 9:00am Safety Check 9:15am Transponder Check-in 9:30 am Practice rounds 10:00am 3S Class Event 11am -1:00pm *Scoring begins 4S Class Event 1am –3:00pm *Scoring begins Awards Ceremony Event will end around 3:30 PM The event Contest Director will be info@leafrc.com

Glass Desktop

If you’ve ever wondered who to contact about wonderful protective glass tops for desks and coffee tables, RBJ can provide the service.

RBJ Glass is named after the Haig’s three kids Ryan, Brendan and Justine.

Jamie and Lisa decided that since their kids are young adults, this is a perfect time to bring their glass and administrative skills to their own community by starting RBJ Glass. Jamie performs the estimates and installations and Lisa directs social media and marketing.

Follow RBJ Glass on Facebook. They will be having drawings for gift cards to local businesses after 100 people “like” their page. They will also provide discounted prices to clients on future work when they refer RBJ to friends and neighbors.

RBJ Glass is prepared to work around your schedule. Contact Jamie at 720.883.3144 or email rbjglass2017@ gmail.com.

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In and Around Carbon Valley Over the Next Month or So 25th Annual Pig Roast and Silent Auction: A Carbon Valley Tradition

Your distinctive escape from ordinary shops!

8310 Colorado Blvd Ste 500 Firestone | 303.775.9225 | Locally Owned & Operated | Lisa Sigafoos, 24 Yrs Experience

Rinn United Methodist Church, established in 1905, is hosting its 25th annual Pig Roast and Silent Auction, June 10th from 5:00 to 7:30 pm.

Our classic menu includes pulled pork and beef, baked beans, coleslaw, pasta salad, potato salad, dessert and a beverage.

A partial list of donated items for our silent auction will be in the June edition of the paper. Dean Himes will be entertaining again this year. Go to deanhimes.com to read about Dean.

The church address is: 3783 Bella Rosa Parkway (WCR 20 and I-25). For more information or to make a donation to our silent auction call the church at (303)776-1578 or email the church at Rinnumc@hotmail.com.

BINGO at the American Legion American Legion Post 1985 at 870 1st St in Firestone, CO, is once again offering Bingo at our Post every Wednesday night starting at 6:30 PM. Bingo is open to anyone who would like to play.

Prizes are based on ticket sales so bring along your friends. The more people playing, the larger the cash prizes.

Help us get our Wednesday night Bingo at the Legion going.

Jan’s Jungle Is Now Open for the 2017 Season Jan’s Jungle, a local greenhouse owned by Jan Hulstrom, is now open for the season. The seasonal business, located at 2716 County Road 7, Erie (near I-25) is open 10am-7 pm daily and 10am5pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Jan’s Jungle is known for its thousands of high quality flowers. The greenhouse also offers for planting parties. Bring your own pots or purchase some at the Jungle! Jan’s Jungle is familyowned and operated. The contact phone number is 720.939.4414 and the website is jansjungle.com.

MLS 819037 $175,000 Westminster – Ground level 2 bd, 2 ba condo in quiet community. Fireplace, 2 sliding glass doors lead to over-sized patio. Storage area. All appliances + washer and dryer are included. Easy commute to Boulder or Denver.

Sara Feaster 303.350.0039

MLS 821379 $251,500 Eaton - Huge liv rm w/ wood burning fp, 3 large bdrms w/big walk-in style closets, open & spacious kitchen. Full ba, separate laundry rm.

Partially finished basement w/family rm & big storage closet. 2 car detached garage, 16x10 storage shed & 20x25 outbuilding.

Abby Renner 970-556-0635

MLS 819653 $625,000 Erie - 4bd/3ba ranch home w/huge finished garden level bsmnt w/2 bds, ba & rec on 1/4 acre! Formal living/dining room. Office. Eat in kitchen leads to covered deck. Master w/5 pc ba w/jetted tub, walk-in closet & sliding doors that lead to deck. No HOA. Home backs to open area!

Shara Trutner 805.208.1815

MLS 821400 $330,000 Dacono – Ranch style open floor plan! High end finishes w/vaulted ceilings & main level living.

Kitchen counter tops w/tile backsplash & kitchen.

Master bdrm w/5 pc master bath w/walk-in closet & walkout patio! Bdrms on opposite side of home from master. Gorgeous back yard w/huge patio!

Jake Renner 970.412.9665

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GriefShare It hurts to lose someone. But you don't have to grieve alone. Find help at GriefShare. This 13-week friendly, caring group will walk alongside you through one of life's most difficult experiences.

Happens Monday nights at 7:00 pm at the Niwot Campus (9447 Niwot Rd.) starting June 5. For more information, contact Cris at ccrisfield@rmcc.org.

Family Fun Nights Begin Friday, June 2nd!

Mark your calendars for a fun family event! Graceful Oaks Youth Ranch (GOYR) will be hosting Family Fun Nights the first Friday evening of every month beginning in June through September from 6-8 p.m. We will start our evening together around a campfire and eating hot dogs and s'mores. We will also be playing games, shooting archery, and there will be an interactive family Bible time. There is a $10 suggested donation per family, which includes one hot dog and one s'more per person and all activities. Water will be provided, but feel free to bring any other non-alcoholic beverage for your family to share. We hope you can join us this summer for an evening of fun and fellowship! Graceful Oaks is located at 8098 County Road 14 at the Eastern edge of Frederick. For more information on GOYR please go to www.goyr.org or check out our Facebook page!

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40th Annual Longmont Symphony Orchestra Guild's Garden Tour Join us for the LSO Guild’s 40th Annual Garden Tour, June 9 and 10, 2017, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. This wonderful tradition showcases Longmont’s gardening talents and will feature five unique, lovely gardens ranging from patio views overlooking Twin Peaks Golf Course to an expansive country home. This two-day event promises to offer diverse garden design and layout and will provide lots of ideas for your own garden!

This year’s tour: Jeff and Karen Lees – 1653 Harlequin Drive Tom and Kate Schranz – 347 Pratt Street Linda Grimes – 412 Vivian Street Bruce and Candace Bailey – 3333 Camden Drive Phillip and Sharma Robertson, 9988 Plateau Road Tickets are $12 and may be purchased online at the link below – in person at the LSO office located at 519 Main St. – or at the following locations in Longmont: The Flower Bin (corner of Sunset and Nelson Rd) Adorn Gift Show – 668 4th Ave. Adornables – 661 4th Ave. Duran’s Hobby Acres – 15591 N. 107th (Hwy 287) Front Range Mercantile – 1201 S. Sunset St. Budget Home Center – 780 Boston Ave. Tour outstanding gardens, gather gardening tips and ideas, and support the Longmont Symphony Orchestra!!

LSO Garden Tour On-Line Tickets: www. longmontsymphony.org. On-line ticket purchasers will be mailed a coupon that can be exchange for ticket at first garden visited.

Pioneer School at the Independence School in the Historic Park in Fort Lupton The sessions are June 12-14, June 19-21, and July 10-12, 9am tp 3pm. We do crafts, make butter, read in Mc Guffey readers, have a tour of the reconstructed fort, a trappers cabin, a farmhouse and a Native Indian presentation.

Erie Historical Society's Erie Biscuit Day http://www.eriehistoricalsociety. org/erie-biscuit-day/ Come join us for Biscuits and Gravy on Saturday, September 16th, 2017 from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon for the 15th annual Erie Biscuit Day. We will be holding the festivities in Historic Downtown Erie, CO on Briggs Street.

The day will feature Biscuits and Gravy, Homemade Stew, Live music, cake walk, raffle drawing, craft booths, historic photos and more.

New SUMMER SCHEDULE For Time For Change Fitness Group!

Ladies, join us for a FUN group fitness class at Time For Change Fitness Group. This is a No Judgement Zone and the ladies are all amazing! Get a full body workout in each time with Interval/ Circuit Training. Tues and Thurs at 7pm In Frederick, Mondays and Wednesdays at 8:30am in Niwot. Your first session is free, then it's $40 for a 10 Session Punch Card, good at all locations. RSVP required online for all classes. Contact Tracy Rewerts, NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Fitness Nutrition Specialist at http://timeforchangepersonaltraining. com/ or call 303.828.2856.

Golf Tournament benefiting Relay for Life Sunday, June 11, 2017 The Charity Golf Classic brings golfers together for an 18 hole tournament benefiting the American Cancer Society.

Not only does your registration get you a fun-filled day of golfing, but you also get a cart, goody bag, and chance to win prizes! The costs are: $70 individual registration, $280 foursome registration, or $320 Hole Sponsorship with Foursome Registration. Chances to win prizes: #1 Hole in one, #6 Closest to the pin, #9 Longest drive. Register by May 31st by calling Frederick Town Hall at 720382-5500 or visiting the Bella Rosa Golf Course.

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fter conducting a national search, the Town of Mead Mayor & Board of Trustees unanimously selected Helen Migchelbrink to be its new Town Manager.

Helen’s extensive background in local government and working with businesses, developers, and residents will help to guide the Town through the many challenges and opportunities that are presented. Helen and her family relocated to Colorado from Ohio 18 years ago. She has been a key staff member at Eagle County Government, the City of Fort Collins and served as the Public Works Director at City of Colorado Springs. Helen had been the Mead Town Engineer for the past year and a half.

Mayor Gary Shields states, “Helen has been a valued employee to the Town. Her vast background working with municipalities and on projects of all sizes has proven to be beneficial for us. I believe that the unanimous support of the Town

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Helen intends to focus on the completion and implementation of the comprehensive plan, the extension of the Town’s trail system and transportation improvements.

“I see Mead as a wonderful blend of small town feel and fabulous views combined with quick access to Interstate 25 and Northern Colorado. Being nestled in between Denver, Fort Collins and Boulder creates such an opportunity for growth in a smart manner,” stated Migchelbrink.

You can stay updated about Town projects on the Town of Mead’s website at www.TownOfMead.org or by following the Town’s social media on Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn.

Mosquito spraying is scheduled to begin in June every Tuesday and Thursday evening, weather permitting. We spray for mosquitoes in the evening because it's when the mosquitoes are most active, and when the temperature and winds are low enough to make the fogging most effective.

Skate Park Pledge Support Do you want to see a skate park in Frederick? Then we need your help! In order to get grant funding for this project, we need to show strong community support, especially from those who will use the park. Fill out our Skate Park Pledge to promise to keep the skate park clean and tell us why you want to see a skate park in our community! Pleadge Form at http:// www.frederickco.gov/733/Skate-Park-atFrederick-Recreation-Area.

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All of our Coaches are trained in the "Triple Threat" philosophy. Coaches give their best to make sure that your child succeeds and excels in their sport. CVF takes this responsibility seriously, and thank you their parents for giving us the opportunity to work with and train your child.

Summer Camps start in June for Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, half days and full days. Check out www.carbonvalleyforce.com today!

They are located at 7073 Colorado Blvd. in Frederick.

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Frederick Receives Safe Routes to School Grant

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he Town of Frederick was notified that the CDOT Board of Commissioners recommended approval and award for the Town of Frederick’s Safe Routes to School Grant application. The grant, $303,500.00, will help construct the Thunder Valley K-8 Multipurpose Trail Project. The Town will match this grant with approximately $250,000.00.

This project will give students in the Savannah, Angel View, Carriage Hills and Prairie Greens neighborhoods the option to safely walk to school, which they do not currently have. This approximately 6,450-foot trail will be an eightfoot wide concrete trail located on the east side of Ridgeway Boulevard (CR 15) from Angel View Drive to Penrose Boulevard. It will then have a westbound pedestrian crossing on Ridgeway Boulevard before traveling westbound through an open field from Ridgeway Blvd to Frederick Way. There, another pedestrian crossing will take students over Frederick Way before traveling from Frederick Way to Maple Street on the south side of Thunder Valley K-8. Both pedestrian crossings will have safety flashing signs that will be activated by the pedestrians and will flash to ensure safe travel of our students and the community at large. It’s also important to note that it is state law to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks.

Administrative tasks and design will be completed during 2017 with construction expected to commence in 2018. This will address and provide a safe method for students to travel to school, but it also focuses on further development of our community trail program, an aspect of our community that is widely supported and requested from the residents.

“CDOT has been a solid supporter of this area with grant funding over the years,” said Frederick Mayor Tony Carey. “To support the great schools in the St. Vrain Valley School District shows that they are paying attention to small communities’ needs. This trail will connect one of our largest neighborhoods to their school, the downtown and the rest of the community.”

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Happy 4th birthday to our little adventurer Layla!

Happy 12th birthday Bianca!

We love you babygirl! #21

Happy 6th Birthday Eric! We love you!

Love, Daddy, Mommy, Tori, Piper, Eli, and Zella! 

Thumb Stopping

Thumb stopping. Have you heard this term before?

It means that while you’re thumbing t h r o u g h Facebook, you see something that makes you stop. It catches your attention. Either the image or the caption or the headline drew your interest, so you click on it. Mari Smith used this term in a recent live video on Facebook and I thought you might like to know about it.

If you have a Facebook page for your business, is your content thumb stopping? It needs to be. There are now

Happy 3rd Birthday to our ninja princess Sadie!

Thank you for taking us along on your adventures.

All our love ~ Mommy, Daddy, & Emma

Happy First Birthday Olivia! You are the light of our lives. You have an undeniable zest for life, never change that. We love you so much!

Love Mamma, Dad, Addilyn and Luca Happy Birthday, Heather. Hope you have a blessed June 7, birthday. You are such a blessing to us at the CVCR. Thank you for all you do.

five million businesses on Facebook. How will yours stand out? 90% of users today are on mobile. How does your page look on mobile? How does your content look?

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If you’re not already using Facebook for your business, there’s never been a time in history when it’s been easier and less expensive to CONNECT. Commit now to use this powerful medium to grow your business and use video – it warms your audience to your business so they’ll be more likely to use your service or product.

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Happy Birthday Emily Have fun in your 12th year.

We are so proud of you and always amazed at all of your talents!

It will be fun to see what the next year brings!

We love you! Mom, Dad, Adam & Barkly

So grateful to God that you are my daughter. I pray this is your best year yet, Audrey.

Love you more than any mother could ever love her daughter.

To the WORLD'S BEST DAD! The phrase may be overused but it's true...I am blessed to have you as my dad.

Happy Birthday, Jack Fordyce.

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Not Your Average Physical Therapy Office

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After many years of practice in orthopedics, Dr. Vincent Carmellini decided he wanted to have a different kind of physical therapy practice; one that focuses on good patient management and innovative science-based solutions for spine and orthopedic care.

Upon recently opening, Dr. Carmellini states the difference in his PT clinic among the hundreds along the foothills “This clinic is unique to the area as it is the only private PT clinic in the area that focuses on treatment and management of acute and chronic spine pain, including Whiplash related injuries. I am the only PT in the area that is a BoardCertified Specialist in Orthopedics and certified in Manual Therapy.” He also expressed specializing in dry needling, vestibular rehabilitation, occupational rehabilitation, and hand therapy.

Values that Dr. Carmellini Can Brag About:

This is open to the public. 8’ X 10’ , indoors and outside. You provide own tables, chairs and cover if needed. $25 per space + a non-perishable food item (1 or more) for the CV Help Center.

Transparency: We will at every opportunity provide billing and treatment transparency. All therapists will fully disclose if they have any financial relationships with any treatment or product they recommend.

Innovation: We encourage creativity and forward thinking to provide you with the most efficient care with the best outcomes.

Commitment: When you become a client of Metropolitan Physical Therapy, our staff is committed to making sure you have an excellent experience at our clinic.

Advocacy: We will advocate with you, especially when you are considering surgical and pain management options.

About Metropolitan Physical Therapy: Metropolitan Physical Therapy is a privately owned outpatient physical therapy practice located in Lafayette, Colorado. They are currently accepting new clients. Hours of operation are 7AM-7PM Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 7-12PM on Saturdays. Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays please call for a morning appointment. Located on the Northwest corner of US Highway 287 and Baseline Road, offering convenient access to the communities of Lafayette, Louisville, Erie, Broomfield, Boulder, Longmont, Westminster, Gunbarrel, and Superior.

Call Donna @ 303-833-4172 or the Post @ 303-833-3878 no later than June 1, 2017 for more information and reservations.

Erie Chamber Receives Two Awards From CACI

Date: Time: American Legion Post 1985, 870 1st Street, Firestone, CO 80520

This is a community event and is open to the public, sellers and buyers. Great exposure to dispose of your unwanted or no longer needed items.

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he Erie Chamber of Commerce has received two awards from CACI for 2016 Accomplishments Increase in Member and Communications Award (for the development of our Mobile App).

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Boulder County's TWAW Chapter is a great resource for women gun owners. At our June 4 meeting we will be focused on working on Marksmanship and Concealed Carry Holster Training.

So many women come to gun ownership with the primary purpose of protecting themselves. The ability to carry the firearm on the body everywhere we go throughout the day is necessary to have the capability if heaven forbid the need arises. There are many things that must be considered and some challenges that need to be solved to effectively, comfortably and safely carry our gun concealed.

There are four key elements necessary for optimal comfort and safety that must all work together seamlessly for truly safe and effective concealed carry. The process of addressing each of these is what

I call the building of a Personal Concealed Carry System. The four elements of a Personal Concealed Carry System are: the gun, the body, clothing, and the holster. Developing this system requires a thorough review and assessment of each of these and understanding how they each must work together. Women have some unique issues that must be addressed for each of these four key elements to build their individualized Personal Concealed Carry System.

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• Bring 125 rounds of ammunition (no steel ammo) • Must bring your own weapon (minimum of two magazines for semi-auto pistols recommended) • Clothing: Closed toe shoes, socks, long pants or shorts, appropriate shirt /no low neckline NOTE: all participants must have a signed waiver to participate. Women interested in learning more can contact Kendall at 720438-8430 or visit TWAW Shooting Chapters, inc. website at www.twawshootingchapters. org. TWAW Shooting Chapters is a non-profit organization that organizes local groups of women around the country that meet monthly to practice, learn and grow as shooters.

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Erie Chamber of Commerce June 2017 Event Calendar Business After Hours:

On vacation – No BAH this month Erie Business Connections:

• Thursday, June 1 – 7:45am – 9:00am • Thursday, June 15 – 7:45am – 9:00am Calvary Bible Church, 615 Evans Street, Erie Visitors Welcome!

Carbon Valley VFW Post #9741 Auxiliary

445 Leads Group:

• Tuesday, June 13 – 4:45pm – 6:00pm • Tuesday, June 27 – 4:45pm – 6:00pm Industrial Revolution Brewing Company, 285 Cheesman

The Carbon Valley VFW Auxiliary Post 9741 would like to thank Girl Scout Troop 77911, Boy Scout Troop 98, Rotary Club of Mead, and our communities for your donations and time to assemble the Veteran Blessing Bags. These bags were given to veterans in need during the Veterans Stand Down on April 28th. We continue to look for ways to enhance the lives of those in need and we look forward to continuing to collect donations for our veterans.

Network at Noon:

• Tuesday June 6 – 11:45am – 1:00pm High Plains Library- Melanie Goldman & Steph Myers Present “Business Resources” Erie Community Center, 450 Powers Street, Erie Special Events

• Coal Miner Classic Golf Tournament Saturday, June 3 – 8:00am shot gun start Colorado National Golf Club 2700 Vista Parkway, Erie This is the Chamber’s largest Dave Stone Scholarship fundraiser

More Information • Established in 1914, the VFW Auxiliary is the nation’s oldest veterans’ service organization auxiliary.

• Members of the VFW Auxiliary are the relatives of those who have served in overseas combat.

• There are nearly 470,000 members, representing all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Germany, Guam and Panama. We have 23 members in VFW Auxiliary 9741.

• We serve the veterans of this country and our communities in honor of the sacrifices and commitment of every man and woman who has served in uniform.

• It is our mission to assist the VFW in any way we can. We share a common goal of serving veterans, their families and our communities.

• During the 2015-2016 Program Year, Auxiliaries provided a total of 4.4 million dollars in monetary aid to veterans, active-duty military and their families.

• 5th Annual Erie Brewfest Saturday, June 10 12:00pm-4:00pm Historic Downtown Erie • Concert in the Park Saturday, June 24 5:00pm -9:00pm Coal Creek Park, 575 Kattell Street, Erie Headline Band “That 80’s Band” takes the stage at 6:45pm

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Some of the ways members offer support are:  By being a voice for veterans, locally and on Capitol Hill; we are instrumental in assisting the VFW pass or block legislation that impacts veterans and their families.  By assembling and mailing care packages to active-duty troops.  Holding send-off and welcomehome events for troops.  Spreading the word about PTSD and military/veteran suicide awareness.  Participating in Stand-Downs and assisting homeless veterans.  Visiting veterans in VA Hospitals, Nursing Homes and Veterans Homes.  Offering youth scholarships and

educating youth about the American Flag.  Spreading patriotism and educating our communities about America’s patriotic holidays.

There are more than 4,000 Auxiliaries nationwide and we are working here in the Carbon Valley area to improve the lives of our nation’s veterans.

The next Carbon Valley VFW Auxiliary Post #9741 meeting will be at Prairie Greens Club House, 7781 Mountain View Dr, Frederick, CO 80530, June 27th starting at 6:30 pm.

Learn how you can get involved at www.vfwauxiliary.org and visit our Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/groups/209775392768934/.

COME JOIN US. We welcome you to be a part of a great organization!

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CHealth already has filled about 100 positions and is poised to fill another 200 positions to staff UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital when it opens at the end of summer.

Longs Peak Hospital is looking for qualified candidates for a variety of positions, including the following specialties: • Laboratory (medical lab scientists, histotechnologists and ancillary health technicians) • Obstetrical technicians • Radiology • Registered nurses for the following units: Labor and Delivery, Intensive Care Unit, Medical/ Surgical, Post-anesthesia Care, Operating Room • Sterile processing technicians • Stationary engineers • Environmental services technicians The new 210,000-square-foot hospital on the northwest corner of Colo. 119 and County Road 1 will open with more than 50 inpatient beds and room to grow. Focused on providing advanced care close to home for residents in the greater Longmont area, the hospital will feature an intensive care unit, operating rooms, a Level III trauma center and emergency department, advanced cardiac services, a birth center with a Level II special care nursery, an ambulatory surgery center, a retail pharmacy with extended hours, laboratory and imaging services. In addition, Longs Peak Hospital patients also will gain access to advanced treatments, complex surgeries and innovative clinical trials across the entire UCHealth system.

Keeping Temperatures Are Rising!

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y mother, the most fabulous cook on the planet in my estimation, always said there was a far better cook than she was in our family – my Aunt Consuelo, who came to this country having studied medicine, but never having touched a stove. She married my uncle and my mother tasked herself to teach my aunt all the basics, because in her words, she couldn’t boil water.

Little did we know that she would become the gourmet in the family. She developed her skills over the years and was always experimenting – with recipes, spices, cooking techniques and her own creative food twists. She is the aunt that took me to gourmet cook stores where we spent hours pouring over cookbooks, gadgets, spices, appliances and the like.

She is the aunt that I loved hanging out with, and catching new ideas from. She made this recipe for me many times during my summer visits. We both love Asian cuisine, and love cold pasta and salads.

This is one of her best.

Chilled main dishes are lovely this time of year. Not only can you make this noodle dish ahead of time and have chilled and waiting for your dinner, but it works for the hotter temperatures of summer.

Add more chicken for an even heartier dinner, or when stretching to feed more people. Add pineapple chunks for variety.

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Use your imagination, and let this dish satisfy you for lunch or for dinner.

Spicy Sesame Noodles w/ Grilled Chicken Serves 4 Ingredients:

1 lb. dried egg noodles (use fresh if you can find them or make them) 1 cup sesame tahini, well blended 1 cup hot water 1 cup canola oil 1 cup tamari (or light soy sauce) ½ cup sugar or equivalent alternative sweetener ½ cup red wine vinegar ¼ to ½ cup hot chili oil 2 Tbsp. dark sesame oil 5 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped finely 3 scallions, chopped (use for garnish) 1 English cucumber, sliced thinly 1 grilled boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced thinly 2 Tbsp. toasted sesame seeds Directions:

1) Cook noodles according to package directions. Add a drizzle of sesame oil to prevent sticking and chill noodles completely.

2) In a large bowl, combine tahini and hot water. Blend with a wire whisk until smooth.

3) Add the next 4 ingredients one at a time and whisk well after each.

4) Add hot chili oil to taste. Add sesame oil and garlic. Mix together well.

5) Add sauce to noodles and garnish with scallions, cucumber, grilled chicken strips and sesame seeds.

6) Keep cold until time to serve and enjoy!

Jo Ann Honey is a self-professed “closet chef” with over 30 years of cooking for family and friends.

She has been published in Taste of Home magazines and cookbooks, was a Taste of Home Field Editor for 20 plus years, and has won a few cooking contests along the way. She strives for healthy, fresh, natural ingredients in her cooking while also supporting a busy lifestyle. She loves to offer advice on “tips and tricks” in the kitchen, as learned from her own mother and grandmother and countless cooking shows and cookbooks. Jo Ann and her husband, Richard, are Owner/Operators of the 17th Ave. Place Event Center located at 478 17th Ave. in Longmont, CO 80501. www.17thAveEventCenter.com. You can call 720-684-6581 for more information.

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Brookfield Residential Wins Energy 'Challenge’

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rookfield Residential of Colorado has won a prestigious international award in recognition of energy-efficiency practices on the homes that Brookfield builds in Denver and the surrounding area.

This is the second straight year that Brookfield has won the Cross Border Challenge Award from Residential Energy Services Network, known in the industry as RESNET. The award is described

by RESNET as “a friendly competition between American and Canadian home builders to determine just how energy efficient builders can build.”

Brookfield won in the “Production Builder” category. The competition is based on the company’s lowest HERS (Home Energy Rating System) score, which is an index measurement that compares the “target” home to one that would have satisfied 2006 IECC energy/building code. That 2006 home is considered “average” at 100. Like golf, a lower score is better, which is why Brookfield won with a score of 42, meaning the Brookfield home used only 42 percent as much energy as the 2004 home.

“We make it our business to meet our customers’ demands, and we have been hearing for years that people want well insulated homes, with high U-factor windows, Energy Star appliances, and more,” said Richard Dengler, president of Brookfield Residential in Colorado. “This attention to energy efficiency has become a standard part of our building practice.”

Brookfield’s Canada division also won the Cross Border Challenge Award in Canada, for the same category, with a HERS score of 34.

Brookfield Residential offers homes in Midtown (Denver), Solterra (Lakewood), Brighton Crossings, Barefoot Lakes (Firestone) and Tallyn’s Reach (Aurora). Brookfield’s first model homes in Sterling Ranch are due to open to the public next month.

About Brookfield Residential of Colorado Brookfield Residential of Colorado, a division of Brookfield Residential Properties Inc., creates the “best places to call home.” The Brookfield Residential team has the passion, the expertise and the local knowledge to craft homes and neighborhoods that speak to homebuyers at every stage of life. Listed in the Top 20 among the Denver Business Journal’s highest performing homebuilders in Colorado, we are an award-winning industry leader with an exceptional reputation for quality, design, and customer service. With a focus on energy efficiency, we received distinction as the “Best of Colorado Homebuilders,” in the ColoradoBiz Magazine’s 2016 poll of readers and business leaders. Brookfield Residential was named Best Emploiyer 2017 by Aon Hewitt. We build in the communities of Barefoot Lakes (Firestone), Midtown at Clear Creek (Denver), Brighton Crossing (Brighton), Tallyn’s Reach (Aurora) and Solterra (Lakewood). For more information, please visit www.BrookfieldResidentialCO.com or call 303-790-6679.

Frederick and Dacono Receive Federal Highway Safety Improvement Grant $485,000 grant will add acceleration lane to I-25/SH 52 Interchange

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he Town of Frederick and the City of Dacono jointly submitted an application for and have been awarded a Federal Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Grant to improve the safety at the I-25/SH 52 interchange. The total estimated cost for this project is $484,982 and the grant awarded will cover $436,484. This leaves just 10% of the total project cost, roughly $50,000, to be split equally between the Town of Frederick and the City of Dacono. The grant will cover the addition of an eastbound acceleration lane at the SH 52/I-25 Interchange, where the northbound off-ramp of I-25 intersects with the eastbound SH 52 lane. The acceleration lane will continue to the right turn lane at the SH 52/East Frontage Road intersection.

The project will address safety issues caused by the current lack of an acceleration/merge lane.

Currently, vehicles must stop and wait for the eastbound traffic to be nonexistent before they merge. This situation can lead to fender-benders caused by the vehicle in front laying off the break and the vehicle in back bumping into it. In worse situations, the vehicle merges into the eastbound traffic and we have more serious accidents with possible injuries.

As part of the application, traffic accident data was required. Over the past five years, there were 200 reported accidents. This does not include minor bumper contacts, which may have occurred at this location and were not reported. The outcome of this project will result in a significant improvement to safety and traffic flow in the general area of this interchange at a very nominal cost to Frederick and Dacono.

“It is collaborative projects like the one with the City of Dacono that are a testament to our cooperative natures and putting the community’s safety and interest first,” said Frederick Mayor Tony Carey.

The general timeline for this grant will begin with the allocation of funds, which is expected to take place sometime around the end of July 2017. At that time, Frederick will issue an RFP for design services.

Design services will be completed by the end of the 2017 calendar year, which will allow for a construction date of early 2018, and completion no later than June 2018. If there is an opportunity to accelerate this timeline, all parties involved will certainly pursue it. If you have additional questions, please feel free to contact the Town of Frederick.

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E/MAX Nexus recently welcomed Terry Rutherford to the office. Terry perfected many of his people skills with 20 years in management in the biotech industry.

“When I was considering real estate as a profession,” commented Terry, “I realized my years in managing both projects and people prepared me well for working as a Realtor. Buying and selling a home is a big project with many details to manage.”

Terry had considered becoming a Realtor for some time before finally making the move and earning his license in 2015. “I love helping people in one of the biggest financial decisions of their life. It is very satisfying to help people go through this process by establishing relationships built on trust and honesty.”

While he spent several years working and living in various locales, including Texas, California and Rhode Island, Terry, his wife, and two daughters, both students at Mead High School, now live just outside of Mead in unincorporated Weld county. When he isn’t working with his buyers and sellers, Terry and his family like sharing hiking, golf, fishing and other outdoor activities.

“We are so excited to have Terry as an Agent. He truly offers consummate customer service with a detailed and organizational focus for buyers and sellers alike,” said Broker Owner Abby Renner.

Contact Terry at his office in Firestone (970.295.4760) or his cell (303.827.9241).

ver the past few years, I have had the opportunity to serve many VA (Veteran Affairs) buyers, and for these borrowers, it can be tough! My father served in Vietnam, and from a young age, I’ve always had a huge level of respect and gratitude for those that have served or who are still serving this country. It’s been an amazing privilege to assist these borrowers in achieving their goal of home ownership.

Unfortunately, I have found that, in the real estate world, many sellers don’t seem to view a VA loan as a benefit, like buyers do. I’ve noticed that some professionals tend to talk negatively about the VA loan program and give the impression that a VA borrower’s strength is less desirable than other loan programs. This improper view has caused our veterans true hardship when it comes to buying a home in this competitive market.

Let me shine some light on what a seller should consider when reviewing a VA purchase offer. VA loans allow our veterans to purchase a home with no down payment and it also eliminates monthly mortgage insurance payments to the borrower because it is a government backed loan. VA loans also have more lenient rules when it comes to requiring money for closing costs and concessions. These are both wonderful benefits that our heroes deserve to use and enjoy.

The typical time frame to close on a home with a conventional loan, where the buyer puts at least 5% of the sale price down on the home, is about 30 days. On the other hand, because of a shortage of VA certified appraisers, the average VA offer takes approximately 45 days. Some professionals look at this as a negative

For more information, contact Jake Renner, 970.412.9665 (cell) or 970.295.4760 (office).

when they present the VA offer to their sellers simply because they want to provide a “quick close”.

An additional concern that agents often voice to sellers is that VA appraisers are “picky”. Like an FHA loan, VA loans are government backed so they are intentional and proactive in protecting consumers from buying a home that has safety concerns. To get the most value out of the home you are going to sell, you are going to need to spend time, care and consideration into what you are selling. A good Realtor will take the time to help you understand what should be done to make the home more attractive to buyers, not just for a “quick close” but to maximize the marketability and sales price of the home.

Lastly, I would just like to ask that we give our Veterans a chance! They deserve it, and we should treat them equally as viable buyers…even if that means possibly waiting a couple of extra weeks to close on the sale.

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he Home Builders Association of Northern Colorado (NOCO HBA), announces the tour dates for the 2017 NOCO HBA Parade of Homes. This year’s Parade of Homes (POH) will be held the weekends of Sept. 8-10 and Sept. 15-17.

Entries for 2017 are on pace above 2016, with 14 Builders entering 16 homes to date, outpacing 2016 entries.

Builder entries to date include Savant Homes, Landmark Homes, D.R. Horton, Toll Brothers, Inc., WestMark Homes, Custom On-Site Builders, Inc., The Lakes at Centerra, Ridgeway Construction Services, LLC, Bridgewater Homes, LC Home, Inc., Brookfield Residential, Dream Finders Homes and NoCo Townhomes.

Preliminary information is available at www.nocohba.com/parade-ofhomes-2017 or at 970-686-2798.

About the HBA

The Home Builders Association of Northern Colorado (NOCO HBA) is the voice of the home building industry throughout Larimer and Weld Counties, and provides members opportunities for business development, education, professional growth, networking and community involvement. The membership, comprised of builders, remodelers, developers, associate trades and sales & marketing professionals, is affiliated with the National Association of Home Builders, which represents over 140,000 member companies nationwide. The members of the HBA are building excellence together for the neighborhoods and communities of tomorrow. Find more information at www. nocohba.com.

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ake checks payable to Families of Homicide Victims and Missing Persons (FOHVAMP) at 4125 Portofino Drive, Longmont Colorado 80503!!! I need to raise a minimum of $12,500.00 for general operations and upcoming Music in the Park designed to bring victims, co-victims, our Communities and those who serve and protect together for a night of music at Rogers Grove, Longmont Colorado on June 17th 2017 from 4 pm to 8 pm. There will be good food and although free to everyone, you are encouraged to give to the victim’s organization of your choice! Hosted by FOHVAMP and Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers!!! See you all there! Your donations are urgently needed and will be greatly appreciated! Onward! Robert M. Wells

Come try a free class at Corso Fitness Dance! For the whole month of June, all of our Latin Fusion Fitness classes will be completely free! No dance experience necessary! We strive for an accepting and carefree atmosphere to help you get fit and have fun doing it! Join us on Wednesdays at 6 pm, Thursdays at 4:45 pm and Sundays at 11:30 am for a hip shaking good time. Bring a friend and come sweat with us! Check out our Facebook: Facebook.com/corsofitnessdance Surf our website for all our class descriptions! corsofitness.org We are on MINDBODY Check out our app! Just search "Corso Fitness" in the Apple App Store or Google Play! *Live Healthy, Live Fit* Located at 730 Glen Creighton Dr Dacono, CO 80514.

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American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Carbon Valley Set for July 15 Silent Auction Event to Take Place in Conjunction With Frederick in Flight on June 24

The Relay For Life of Carbon Valley is gearing up for its 13th annual event on July 15 and 16, 2017, at Hart Park, 467 Jackson Ave., in Firestone. Join local volunteers and participants from the community and celebrate cancer survivors, remember those lost to the disease, and take action to save more lives from cancer. Relay For Life is the world's largest fundraising event to end cancer, uniting communities across the globe to fight back against this disease. This year’s event will be even larger as it incorporates not only the Firestone, Frederick and Dacono communities, but also Longmont, Erie, Brighton and Southern Weld County.

The Relay For Life of Carbon Valley event is open to anyone who would like to join for an hour or the entire event. The opening ceremony, which includes a special Survivors and Caregivers Lap, will begin at 5 p.m. A Luminaria Ceremony to honor cancer survivors and remember those lost to cancer will take place at 9 p.m. The closing ceremony will be at 6 a.m. on the morning of July 16.

The Carbon Valley Relay For Life event is similar to others around the world, but the community certainly likes to put its own stamp on it. Teams camp out overnight to take turns walking around the track or path to show that cancer never sleeps. Each team is asked to have a representative on the track at all time, while entertainment, music, fundraising and activities keep things lively. Each year the Relay For Life of Carbon Valley has continued to grow in its fundraising efforts, raising more than $117,000 last year alone make it the largest event in the Denver Metro area.

The Relay For Life of Carbon Valley Silent Auction will take place alongside the Frederick in Flight event once again on June 24 at Centennial Park, 630 Eighth St. in Frederick. This event will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. and will allow attendees the opportunity to take part in the Frederick community event, along with bidding on a number of exciting auction items including overnight trips, gift baskets and more.

To learn more about the event visit www.relayforlife.org/carbonvalleyco, or contact event co-chairs Kristi Ritter at ritterkristi@yahoo.com or Robin Henson at smurfy8@ hotmail.com. You can also find more information about the Carbon Valley event on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RFLCV. If you have specific questions about the American Cancer Society, please contact Staff Partner, Brittany McGarry at brittany. mcgarry@cancer.org.

40th Annual Longmont Symphony Orchestra Guild's Garden Tour Join us for the LSO Guild’s 40th Annual Garden Tour, June 9 and 10, 2017, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. This wonderful tradition showcases Longmont’s gardening talents and will feature five unique, lovely gardens ranging from patio views overlooking Twin Peaks Golf Course to an expansive country home. This two-day event promises to offer diverse garden design and layout and will provide lots of ideas for your own garden!

This year’s tour: Jeff and Karen Lees – 1653 Harlequin Drive Tom and Kate Schranz – 347 Pratt Street Linda Grimes – 412 Vivian Street Bruce and Candace Bailey – 3333 Camden Drive Phillip and Sharma Robertson, 9988 Plateau Road Tickets are $12 and may be purchased online at the link below – in person at the LSO office located at 519 Main St. – or at the following locations in Longmont: The Flower Bin (corner of Sunset and Nelson Rd) Adorn Gift Show – 668 4th Ave. Adornables – 661 4th Ave. Duran’s Hobby Acres – 15591 N. 107th (Hwy 287) Front Range Mercantile – 1201 S. Sunset St. Budget Home Center – 780 Boston Ave. Tour outstanding gardens, gather gardening tips and ideas, and support the Longmont Symphony Orchestra!! LSO Garden Tour On-Line Tickets: www.longmontsymphony.org.

On-line ticket purchasers will be mailed a coupon that can be exchange for ticket at first garden visited.

Health Care and Your Retirement Discussion will include: zz Medicare coverage and traditional medical expenses zz Long-term medical care expenses zz Strategies for addressing uncovered expenses Joel Rosenblum and Brad Felker, from Insurance for Asset Protection and Prudential respectively, will be available to answer your Medicare questions.

June 15, 2017 at 6 PM at the Carbon valley Regional Library.

Refreshments and light snacks will be served.

Please RSVP by June 12, 2017, to Connie Niles at 303-833-3123 or Jen connie.niles@edwardjones.com.

Kayton Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors are not estate planners and cannot provide tax or legal advice. For more information call Jen Kayton, your Carbon Valley Edward Jones Financial Advisor at 303.833.3123. She is located at 8350 Colorado Blvd., Suite 130 in Firestone, CO 80504.

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25th Annual Hall of Fame

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reeley/Weld Senior Foundation, Inc. celebrated its 25th Annual Hall of Fame Celebration for Seniors of Weld County on Sunday, May 7, 2017 at the Greeley Recreation Center at 651 10th Avenue, Greeley, Colorado. The Honorees were awarded recognition for their outstanding community service to their communities as those 55 and older. Each of the Honorees are RSVP volunteers who give of themselves whole heartily.

The Honorees for the Senior Hall of Fame Class of 2017 include Kenny Dill from Pierce, Barbara Sloan from Johnstown, and JoAnn Ortega & Ray Peterson from Nunn. The Outstanding Senior Project was awarded to Johnstown Senior Center. Lois Onorato from Milligan was awarded the Service to Seniors and Karen Dejiacomo from Mead, the Dr. Winchester Humanitarian Award.

In a new category, Robert Edward was given the Weld County’s Finest for his outstanding volunteering at the Greeley Senior Center. And last, but not least Kelly Osthoff, the Northeast Regional Director for the Colorado Alzheimer’s Association was awarded the President’s Award for community service to seniors. These honorees receive their awards from the: Greeley/ Weld Senior Foundation, Inc. Please donate to this worthy Foundation who recognized the seniors in Weld County through the Community Foundation of Greeley and Weld County at 970-3049970.

Interventional cardiologist brings expertise to Longmont

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wo new experts started caring for patients in the Longmont area in April.

Dr. Jon Sherman joined the interventional cardiology team at UCHealth Longmont Clinic, 1925 W. Mountain View Ave. He takes great pride in helping patients prevent, recover from and live with heart disease.

Sherman is interested in diagnosis and treatment of ischemic heart disease and myocardial infarction, coronary interventions, arrhythmia detection and management, cardiac pacing, congestive heart failure, valvular heart disease, preventive cardiology and cardiac rehabilitation.

He also is especially interested in research regarding robotic coronary procedures and reducing radiation exposure for patients and physicians during cardiac catheterization or coronary interventions.

Sherman earned a medical degree from University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston.

He completed a residency in internal medicine at University of Colorado School of Medicine in Denver, a fellowship in cardiovascular diseases at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, and a fellowship in interventional cardiology at Sequoia Hospital in Redwood City, Calif.

To schedule an appointment or for more information about cardiology services at UCHealth Longmont Clinic, call 720-494-3117.

Physician assistant Anne Zeiler joined the UCHealth Urgent Care Clinic team at Longmont Clinic.

S h e works with the physiology of patients to restore them to the best of health and enable patients to achieve a most fulfilling and functional life.

Zeiler earned a degree from the physician assistant studies program at University of South Alabama.

For more information about urgent care services at UCHealth Longmont Clinic, call 720-494-3136.

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Healthy Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture

No Excuses!

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e’re pretty good at making excuses not to exercise at times. Don't get me wrong, it is important to listen to your body and take a rest day when you need for it to repair itself, but most people rest more than they actually need.

We keep finding excuses such as "I'm busy, tired, it's too expensive, I move enough already, I don't like it, I have no energy or motivation". Or since we live in Colorado with four seasons, I often hear excuses like, "It’s too cold to go workout, the holidays are busy, end of school year activities, summer vacations, I do yard work instead, I only walk when it's nice, I'll just wait until the New Year, etc. ” Here's the thing, your body doesn't care what season it is or how busy you are.

Your body craves eating real, healthy food.

It wants you to engage in regular strength training and cardio on a regular basis to maintain healthy cells, boost your immune system, and much more. So you just need to do it.

There will never be a “good time” to start according to anyone's schedule, and the best day to start is today. Consistency is the key, so here are some strategies you can use to deter your excuses and change your behavior: z Treat workouts like a doctor appointment, not a spontaneous choice. Write your workout schedule down in your planner and commit to be there.

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olorado is one of the sunniest states in the nation and we all love to play outside. So what can we do for our skin, our largest organ? We know that sunscreen can work, and wearing a hat, etc. Possibly one of the most important things I learned about ultraviolet rays came from my son’s first grade science fair. One of the experiments involved using beads that would change color when exposed to ultraviolet rays. We found out that light colors such as white, yellow and pink did not block ultraviolet rays. Darker colors, such as black, green and brown were effective colors to block UV rays, regardless of the material (hair, cotton and man made materials). When given a choice of hat and umbrella colors, darker colors are more effective protection.

When our best efforts to properly cover our skin while we’re playing outside doesn’t work, and we all know it doesn’t, there are a few other options. First, let’s consider oxidation. We’ve seen it in nature, metals turn different colors and become weaker, a cut apple turns brown, mushy and less nutritious. Overall, the original nature of things change. Over exposure to sun causes oxidative stress to the human system. Oxidation also causes inflammation, which is the primary cause of disease and pain. Antioxidants inhibit the oxidation of other molecules. There are many beneficial antioxidants, the following two vitamins in particular are antioxidants that help reduce skin damage from sun burn: Vitamin A : Occurs naturally in the skin and plays a role in cell growth and turnover. Overexposure to sunlight can deplete Vitamin A, and therefore the skin

will be more prone to oxidative damage from UV radiation. Vitamin A must be replenished daily, the best sources are from fish oil, sweet potato, pumpkin, carrot, milk and leafy green vegetables.

Vitamin C : Reduces initial inflammation from UV radiation and therefore will expedite the healing process. Vitamin C also helps to make and secrete collagen, which is the structural protein found in the deep layers of the skin. Collagen is damaged by excessive exposure to sunlight. As collagen is damaged, elasticity is lost, so taking in more Vitamin C will help reduce wrinkles and other signs of sun damaged skin.

Vitamin C needs to be replenished daily.

Some of the best sources are citrus, kiwi, broccoli and strawberries.

The sun offers life to everything on earth, we just need to be smart about exposure. By using darker colors to cover our skin and eating the right foods to help cell regeneration, it is possible to minimize and possibly avoid sun damaged skin, from smaller things like wrinkles to more devastating health concerns.

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z Avoid trigger words like “I can’t, never” and exchange those with a positive response like “I can find time for"...(a workout or short walk),"even if it’s for 20 minutes". z We mimic the behaviors and habits of those around us, so the more we surround ourselves with like-minded people wanting to be healthy, it will help your fitness goals. z Keep a bag with your workout clothes in the car so there's no reason you can't go. z Decrease web and tv time to be sure your health gets first dibs on your time. z Join a fitness class like my ladies only fitness group in Frederick or Niwot (see the new summer schedule).

People may join my groups because they want to lose weight, and they stay because of the strength gained, success, and friendships they form. z If you're part of a group fitness class or workout with a friend, we help hold you accountable. It’s harder to skip a workout knowing our fitness buddy is waiting for you. z Use a fitness app to track your progress, plus you can compete with others. z Post your fitness goals on social media and include when you’d like to reach them by. Making your goals public will strengthen your commitment.

If you need help getting started with a fitness plan, I can help with my ladies only fitness groups or mobile personal training where I come to your home for custom programs.

If you need help getting started with a workout and nutrition program, contact Tracy Rewerts, NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Fitness Nutrition Specialist, and WFS at www.TimeForChangePersonalTraining.com or 303-828-2856 for details and questions.

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eld County Veterans’ Stand Down Day in Firestone made us (RSVP) proud to be part of such an event. Retired Senior Volunteer Program of Weld County hosted an event for Veterans in Weld County on April 28, 2017 at the Colorado National Armory in Firestone. 48 veterans were assisted at this event that is designed to serve veterans who are in need of the services available in Weld County for Veterans. One veteran shared that not only did he eat well, he got his discharge information, and other supplies.

Representatives from Senator Gardner’s office and Representative Buck’s office were available as well as representatives from Firestone, Frederick and Dacono and Julie Cozad, Weld County Commissioner.

The Event was funded by the U.S. Labor Department, the Veteran’s Administration of Cheyenne, United Power, First Bank of Firestone, and the American Legion of Firestone and RSVP in providing over 25 services to all veterans. Information, housing, social security information, federal support and information, medical care, mental health care, chaplaincy and emergency information. Free toiletries of all kinds, and blood pressure checks were also made available. There was plenty of encouragement around on this day for honoring our veterans. Volunteers from RSVP, Friendly Fork Nutrition Site, Carbon Valley Senior Center, First Bank and Firestone gave their time and energy, as well as many veterans who volunteer for RSVP assisted in making this a memorable event.

We had the kitchen stocked from restaurants in Firestone and we opened with coffee from Fizzy’ s, and 7-11, cookies and Apple Slices from McDonalds, breakfast sandwiches from Chic Filet, Burritos from Santiago’s Pizza from Domino’s, Italian pasta from Pete’s Place, barbeque sandwiches from Georgia Boys. Last of all, we need to show appreciation to our RSVP seniors who worked with us to ensure this day was a success for all. We love our RSVP volunteers. We at RSVP are 650 strong in numbers and reach out in many ways to serve our Greeley Community. If you don’t know about RSVP. I invite you to call the office and find out. We as a community came together and made a difference.

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5 Ways the Chamber Can Make Your Professional Life Easier

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e’re all so busy these days. That’s part of the reason life hacks are so popular. But did you know one of the best professional life hacks is chamber membership? Here’s what you can get out of it to help you do more for your business or professional life with less:

Professional Advice

When you need assistance in business, either to take your business to the next level or maybe you’re thinking about selling your business, the chamber can help. There is no other better-connected business organization in your community.

They know the professionals dedicated to your type of business problem and can place you in touch with them. The chamber can also provide assistance when you’re not even sure what kind of business acumen you need because it’s likely they’ve seen similar issues before.

A New Job

Because the chamber is connected to so many businesses in town, they often know of openings before they are officially announced. They also are aware of businesses that are coming to the area.

From job knowledge of what employers want to making introductions, if you’re searching for a job there’s no better place to get involved than with your local chamber.

Applicable Business Learning

If there’s a skill you’re interested in picking up, you can go onto the Interwebs and look around. Maybe you can find a

New Members Young Life Dr. John Splinter Firestone, CO http://www.younglife.com DR Horton @ Saddleback The DR Horton Sales Team Firestone, CO http://drhortoncolorado.com Karmichael & Company Fire Protection Systems, Inc. Michael Grillos Hudson, CO michael@karmichaelfire.com Shape Med Spa Caitlin Kohl Firestone, CO http://shapemedspa.com Carbon Valley Rotary Club Beverly Mendel Firestone, CO http://www.carbonvalleyrotary.org Morgan Stanley Sara Fox Loveland, CO http://www.morganstanleyfa.com/sara.fox/ Twin Peaks Youth Sports Megan Johnson Mead, CO http://www.twinpeaksyouthsports.com The Fox Hill Club Pat Miller Longmont, CO http://www.thefoxhillclub.com Cornerstone Property Resources Toni Grant Frederick, CO http://cpropertyresources.com U.S. Bank Nellie Townsend Loveland, CO nellie.townsend@usbank.com

teacher or a mentor virtually, but chances are they don’t know the economy of your town or the obstacles or positives in your community. Plus, when you’re using online learning you never know if it will be worth your time and money.

The chamber offers business learning that is personalized to your community.

They offer reasonable rates and local expertise. Learning through the chamber is affordable and improves your networking as you’re doing it.

Building an Audience

Who has time to build an audience?

Well, if you want to be successful in business, you need to find the time. But a chamber membership can almost be a life hack in this department because you’re getting exposed to a whole new audience when you connect with the chamber. For instance, let’s say you write a guest blog post for your local chamber. Now a whole new set of eyes is looking at your materials and seeing you as an industry expert. The same could be said if you speak at a lunch and learn session.

Engage with the chamber on social media. Chambers often have large followings and engaging with the chamber places your content in front of their audience.

Get by with a Little Help from Your Friends

owner friends, you may find you have few people to bounce ideas off of. You may long for a group that faces the same challenges and one that will celebrate your small professional victories, knowing that they’re much larger than they sound.

Joining the chamber exposes you to a whole different group of people, people who understand the importance of business in the economy and ones you can talk to about business without their eyes glazing over. Connections made through chamber membership do more than just cultivate sales for your business. They become lifelong friends and a staunch professional support network.

Don’t join the chamber because it’s an expectation for business success. Join it because of what it’s able to do for you and your business. Membership will make your life easier as it extends your marketing reach and their offerings increase your business knowledge.

Do it for you. Because sometimes, just sometimes, it’s okay to be purely selfish in your motivations.

Christina R. Green teaches small businesses, chambers, and associations how to connect through content. Her articles have appeared in the Midwest Society of Association Executives’ Magazine, NTEN.org, AssociationTech, and Socialfish. She is a regular blogger at Frankjkenny.com and the Event Manager Blog.

Finally, if you’re a small business owner who doesn’t have many business

Chamber and Community Events: Upcoming Chamber Events: June 6, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Economic Development Committee @ Adams Bank Conference Room in Firestone June 6, 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. – Business After Hours – Co Hosted by Carbon Valley Regional Library and the North Metro Business Women’s Network @ the Carbon Valley Library in Firestone June 8, 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. – Board Meeting @ Bella Rosa Golf Course in Frederick June 8, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Membership Committee @ Bella Rosa Golf Course June 9, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. – CONNECT Carbon Valley @ Java Mama of Firestone June 10, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – TIPS Training @ Frederick Police Department in Frederick June 15, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Monthly Business Luncheon @ Carbon Valley Park & Recreation District Administrative Offices in Frederick June 15, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. – Education Committee @ Firstbank in Firestone

Council Meeting @ City Hall June 13, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

– Frederick Board of Trustees Work Session & Meeting @ Town Hall

June 16, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. – Food & Flick Friday @ Settlers Park in Firestone June 17, 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

– VFW Monthly Breakfast @ Prairie Greens in Frederick

Shape Med Spa Ribbon Cutting

June 23, 24, 25 - Sun Up to Sun Down – Frederick in Flight @ Centennial Park in Frederick

June 26, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. – Dacono City Council Meeting @ City Hall

June 22, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. – Joint Business After Hours (Longmont & Carbon Valley Chambers) @ Saddleback Golf Course in Firestone

June 27, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

– Frederick Board of Trustees Work Session & Meeting @ Town Hall

July 4, 6:00 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. – 4th @ Firestone Beer Garden @ Miner’s Park in Firestone

June 28, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. – Firestone Board of Trustees Meeting @ Town Hall

July 6, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Economic Development Committee @ Adams Bank Conference Room in Firestone

July 4, All Day – 4th @ Firestone in Miner’s Park in Firestone

June 12, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. – Dacono city

D.R. Horton Saddleback ribbon cutting

June 14, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. – Firestone Board of Trustees Meeting @ Town Hall

June 21, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Ambassadors Meeting @ Pepper’s Fireside Grille in Firestone

June 2, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. – Food & Flick Friday @ Settlers Park in Firestone

Ribbon Cuttings

June 14, 9:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.

– North Metro Business Women’s Network @ Carbon Valley Regional Library in Firestone

June 23, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. – Food & Flick Friday @ Harney Park in Firestone

Upcoming Community Events:

Join the Chamber and the Town of Frederick for a day of fun at the Chainsaws and Chuckwagons First Annual Festival. For more information or to sponsor this event contact Julia Davis at julia@carbonvalleychamber. com. Vender booth are also available.

June 13, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

– VFW Monthly Meeting @ Prairie Greens in Frederick

June 16, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Marketing Committee @ Chamber Office Conference Room

July 22, 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. – Chainsaws and Chuckwagons Festival @ Crist Park in Frederick

Julia K. Davis, Executive Director

July 11, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. – VFW Monthly Meeting @ Prairie Greens in Frederick July 12, 9:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.

– North Metro Business Women’s Network @ Carbon Valley Regional Library in Firestone

Twin Peaks Youth Sports Ribbon Cutting

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EDUCATION TTER S A M

Imagine Charter School Dates to Remember

June 17 – Donuts and Birdhouses with Dad from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. at Imagine Charter School Dads, Grandpas, and Kids, come down to Imagine Charter School on June 17 to build a bird house and enjoy some donuts.

This is a great opportunity to have fun and interact as you create something to treasure.

All supplies will be provided. Open to the public. We hope to see you there!

July 15 – Color Run from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. at Imagine Charter School Join us for our second annual color run and be prepared to look colorful!

Run or walk a course around the school as you’re showered with many colors and then enjoy a popsicle to celebrate. Wear white clothing and shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty. You don’t want to miss this fun event! We look forward to seeing you on July 15.

Applications Are Available For The Carbon Mead High School Valley Chamber Of Commerce Continuing Golf Tournament Friday, August 4, 2017 2:00pm Shotgun Start Education Scholarship Program For 2017

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he Carbon Valley Chamber of Commerce Scholarship and School Partnership Committee have announced plans to award two $1500 scholarships for 2017.

Applications are available to all employees of a Chamber Member Business. The scholarships are being offered to assist working adults in reaching both their postsecondary education and business career goals.

Eligible employees are required to complete the application as well as provide supporting documentation as outlined in the application form. Applications along with the requirements can be found on-line at www.carbonvalleychamber.com or by stopping by the Chamber office at 8308 Colorado Boulevard, Suite 203 in Firestone.

Private information provided on the applications will be held as such and not shared with other entities. Deadline to submit an application is June 30, 2017.

All applications will be reviewed by the Scholarship Committee and presentation of the scholarships will be made by July 31, 2017.

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4-player Scramble @ Ute Creek Golf Course The Mead Athletic Department and the MHS Education Foundation are proud to bring back this annual event.

100% of the proceeds will benefit student scholarships for athletics and continuing education. $350 Foursome package includes green fees, cart, bucket of balls, dinner and awards ceremony.

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ista Ridge Academy celebrated the addition of 3 year-olds to the Preschool program earlier in the year. It is located near highway 7 just behind the new King Soopers.

Principal, Sandy Hodgson, has taught 5th and 6th grades at Vista Ridge Academy since it opened in 2004. “We are pleased to expand our program to better serve our community,” said Hodgson.

Vista Ridge Academy has offered quality Christian arts-centered elementary and middle school education to families in Erie and the surrounding areas for more than ten years. This fall, Vista Ridge Academy is proud to offer a full early education program, made up of both preschool and kindergarten and serving children from ages 3 to 5. The program is offered from mid-August to late May, Monday through Friday, with children attending full days (8:15 a.m.-3:30 p.m.)

Monday-Thursday and half days on Fridays (8:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.).

Early Childhood Program Director, Sandy Hepp, has been teaching in early childhood education for 25 years. Her career at Vista Ridge Academy began in 2014. "We are excited and honored to add a 3 year-old program to our family at Vista Ridge Academy," said Hepp.

In addition to social and academic development—which includes phonics, reading (with a therapy dog!), math, and handwriting, children learn about the Bible, attend weekly chapels, and take classes in music, physical education, technology, and art. Kids get used to the spotlight at an early age also.

Vista Ridge also offers well-designed opportunities for young kids to act and sing, as well as learn about production, sound, staging, and costume and set design. These productions provide a wonderful opportunity for parents, friends, and extended family to connect with each other and see how the children are growing socially and academically through performance.

The first and second grade classes performed “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” on the evening of Thursday, April 20. (photo at right) This was the third

time Vista Ridge Academy has produced this show (each year alternates between Charlie Brown and “The Little Red Hen”).

Pulling off a stage production is a a lot of hard work for this age group! Carisa Carr, the classroom teacher, says, “We begin by learning parts—which helps develop reading skills—and music two months before the performance. Rehearsal times are short to begin with, but during the week of the production, we begin full rehearsals figuring out how the whole performance flows on stage with microphones.”

Performing helps build confidence.

Mrs. Carr notes, “There have been many times when I’ve seen kids who maybe struggled a little with reading or other classroom skills really come into themselves when they get the chance to shine in front of an audience. It affects the way they see themselves.”

Students create a special item—such as a class quilt—to be auctioned off at each production to raise money to fund costumes, set pieces, and other production expenses.

Vista Ridge Academy aims for each child to become comfortable in the school setting, feel learning is fun, and find joy in who they were created by God to be, setting up a firm foundation for the rest of his or her education.

For more information about Vista Ridge Academy, call 303.828.4944 or visit www.vistaridge.org.

Above: Vista Ridge Ribbon Cutting 2/17; Below: a cake with quilt in background; Right: Child working on quilt square

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June 2017 events Marble Maze Mania! – Thursday, June 8; 10:30 am

Design your own paper plate marble mazes and learn about forces and gravity.

Try out a large marble maze. Registration required; Grades K-2.

Community Drum Circle – Saturday, June 10; 2:00 pm

Experience the magic and excitement of playing world percussion instruments (drums, bells, shakers and scrapers) in a community setting. All instruments are provided.

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Mead Derby Dash The Mead Area Chamber of commerce would like to thank all of you who joined in the Run for the Roses Derby Dash 5K Fun Run/Walk on May 6th.

A great time was had by all! The sunny day started off with our runners and walkers tearing up the race course that ran through Mead’s scenic pathways. Attendees then enjoyed lunch at the “M.A.C.C. Clubhouse” complete with mint juleps in honor of the Kentucky Derby.

The afternoon finished out with silly races for children of all ages, Derby hat and Best bow tie competitions.

The Mead Chamber has been busy planning many fun, family-friendly events that will take place this Summer and Fall. Watch for details and mark those calendars!

Cheers, Jessica Wanecek, Executive Director, Mead Area Chamber of Commerce

The Traveling Museum of Cursed Antiquities – Thursday, June 15; 4:00 pm

The Traveling Museum of Cursed Antiquities is like a horror movie, scary stories around the campfire, and jumping at shadows all at once! Presented by magician Mark Strivings, this program for teens in Grades 9-12 will be an hour of laughter, screaming disturbingly strange happenings and fun.

Invention-ation – Tuesday, June 20; 2:00 pm

Become an inventor and explore the importance of the scientific method. Teens in Grades 6-8 will create their own crazy invention. Registration required.

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Ocean Adventure: Yoga! – Thursday, June 22; 10:30 am

Imagine a swim in the cool ocean; do yoga along with the sea creatures while gliding through colorful coral reefs and slithering through tunnels. Registration required; Grades K-2.

Boards and Brushes: Painting! – Thursday, June 29; 10:30 am

Children in Grades 3-5 are invited to paint carved wood pieces, learn painting techniques and discover the power of art and how it strengthens community.

Registration is required.

Skate Park Support Do you want to see a skate park in Frederick? Then we need your help! In order to get grant funding for this project, we need to show strong community support, especially from those who will use the park. Fill out our Skate Park Pledge to promise to keep the skate park clean and tell us why you want to see a skate park in our community! Pleadge Form at http://www.frederickco.gov/733/Skate-Parkat-Frederick-Recreation-Area.

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Busy Bee Preschool Ridgecrest Ages 3yrs - 5yrs (303)506-8825—L

Frederick Day Care Country Side Ages 6mo and up (720)362-2644—L

Capture the Magic Child Care Frederick All Ages (720)224-6166—L

Grandma Bea Day Care Mead Ages 2yrs-4yrs (970)535-0109—L

Catching Butterflies Preschool Idaho Creek, Firestone Ages 3yrs – 5yrs (970)301-0942—L

Here We Grow www.hwgchildcare.com Longmont—L Home Away from Home Sagebrush Ages Birth – 7yrs (720)333-4889—L

Exploring Minds Academy Erie Ages 6wks – 12yrs (303)828-3452—L

Husky Club @ Centennial Elementary School Ages (K-5th grade) (720)652-8240

Imaginations at Work Firestone Little People’s Place Wyndham Hill Ages 3yrs – 5yrs Ages Birth – 5yrs (303)833-6745—L (720) 535-8040—L Just Like Home Childcare Little Wonders Daycare Frederick/Savannah sub.

Wyndham Hill Ages Birth – 12yrs All Ages (303)827-8792—L (303)774-0874—L Lion’s Den Kim Sanger’s Family Child Legacy Elementary Care, Erie School Ages (K - 5th grade) Ages 8mo – 12 yrs (720)652-8169 (303)828-4620—L Lilya’n Friends Love & Laughter Day Care Firestone The Farm-Frederick (561) 685-6075 All ages Ages 3mos– 5yrs 720-204-6856—L Little Critters Many Blessings Child Care Firestone Center (303)817-7139—L Ages 1yr-12yrs Little Blessings Preschool LLC (303)857-2359—L Sagebrush Marcy’s Daycare Ages 3yrs – 5yrs Old Frederick (303)482-5352—L Ages 6wks – 5yrs (303)833-3411—L

Miss Amy’s Preschool St. Vrain Ranch Ages 3yrs – 5yrs (303)833-4030—L Miss Ross’s Daycare Firestone Ages Birth – 3yrs (858)228-0619—L Messiah Lutheran School 1335 Francis St., Longmont Ages 2.5yrs – 5yrs Monarch Preschool Carbon Valley Ages 3yrs – 5yrs 720-633-7808—L Kindergarten Enrichment Mon, Wed 12pm-3pm Ages 5yrs & 6yrs (303)776-3466 Ohana Montessori Frederick/Thunder Valley 6 wks and up Before/After School (720)542-8123—L

Pineridge Preschool E. Longmont-119/The Elms Ages 6wks – 5yrs (303)772-6873—L

Soaring Eagles Child Care Prairie Ridge Elementary School Ages (K – 5th grade) (720)494-3641

Playhouse Day Care St. Vrain Ranch Ages Birth – 5yrs (303)833-3648—L

Stephanie’s Daycare Raspberry Hill-Frederick Ages 2mos – 12yrs (303)902-2785—L

Rising Stars Child Care All Ages (303)257-0384—L Sharon’s Daycare Ridgecrest Ages 6wks – 6yrs (303)833-4529—L

Tammy’s Daycare St. Vrain Ranch-Firestone Ages 6wks – 12yrs (303)833-2791—L Tiny Tykes Child Care Firestone All Ages (970)303-7281—L

Shooting Stars Daycare Summit View Estates-Fred Ages 1yrs – 5yrs (303)514-9487—L

Toddlers R Us No Name Creek Ages 2yrs – 5yrs (720)675-5998—L

L— Licensed Provider~If you provide child care please e-mail information to carbonvalley@ gmail.com. This listing is free as space is available. The CVCR is not responsible for any errors or issues with individuals/services.

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do, and he will direct your paths. Don’t be impressed with your own wisdom. Instead fear the Lord and turn your back on evil.

Then you will gain renewed health and vitality.” Pr 3:5-8, NLT

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25th Annual Pig Roast and Silent Auction: A Carbon Valley Tradition

Prayer Breakfast Promotes Unity in the Carbon Valley

Rinn United Methodist Church, established in 1905, is hosting its 25th annual Pig Roast and Silent Auction, June 10th from 5:00 to 7:30 pm .

Our classic menu includes pulled pork and beef, baked beans, coleslaw, pasta salad, potato salad, dessert and a beverage. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children 5-10.

Some of the great items that we have donated are: 2 nights at the Hotel Colorado in Glenwood Springs, 2 tickets for the Iron Mountain Hot Springs (16 different hot springs and pool) and 2 Glenwood Springs Cavern Funday passes, Royal Gorge Bridge/Park passes, Coal Ridge Animal Hospital, Rockies tickets, Royal Gorge Railroad tickets, En Face Dance Studio, Pikes Peak Cog Railroad, Blitz Paintball,

By Chris and Crystal Combs

Georgetown Loop Railroad, golf, and gift baskets and certificates.

Dean Himes will be entertaining again this year. Go to deanhimes.com to read about Dean.

The church address is: 3783 Bella Rosa Parkway (WCR 20 and I-25). For more information or to make a donation to our silent auction call the church at (303)7761578 or email the church at Rinnumc@ hotmail.com .

St. Brigit Episcopal Church to Celebrate Summer Solstice

St. Brigit Episcopal Church will welcome Summer with a Solstice Celebration on Tuesday, June 20, 2017, at 8:00p.m.

The Summer Solstice Service is part of St. Brigit’s A’it Caol series, now entering its sixth year. A’it Caol (pronounced atch qweel) is Gaelic for “A Thin Place.” These services are created to offer guests an experience of God through a unique liturgy, which combines ancient tradition with contemporary language.

They include specially designed meditation areas, reflecting the Scriptural lessons, and sacred music with a Celtic sound.

In keeping with the Celtic tradition of honoring the earth as God’s creation, St. Brigit will mark the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year, as a celebration of God’s gift of light. The Solstice Service is unique among the A’it Caol services in that all the meditation areas will be outdoors

on the church grounds, including one utilizing St. Brigit’s outdoor labyrinth. St. Brigit’s youth group, the Lightsiderz, will be assisting in creating the meditation areas. Older children are welcome at the service. Childcare will be provided for children under age six.

Solstice is derived from the Latin words sol (sun) and sistere (to stand still).

This reflects the belief of ancient people that the sun revolved around the earth.

The Celts celebrated the Summer Solstice by building bonfires on hilltops. This tradition continues in modern-day Ireland.

In Celtic Christianity the Summer Solstice came to be associated with St. John’s Day, honoring the birthday of John the Baptist, who was born six months before Jesus.

St. Brigit Episcopal Church is located at 110 Johnson Street in Frederick. Visit www.stbrigit.org or www.facebook.com/ StBrigit for more information.

Area Churches CV Seventh-Day Adventist Church 422 8th St. #A, Dacono, CO 80514 Sabbath School 9:45 A.M. Saturday Worship Service 11:15 A.M. Pastor Frank Wilson 720-939-5472 www.carbonvalleysda.org

St. Scholastica Church Mass: Tuesday 6:00pm; Confession 5pm Saturday 4:00pm ; Sun. 8:30am 303-828-4221 or 303-833-2966 Main & Wells in Erie, CO Fr. Hernan Florez, Administrator

Cowboy Christian Fellowship Wednesdays from 7-8 p.m., Rinn UMC 3783 Bella Rosa Pkwy, Frederick Sue-Marie or Galen at 303-661-0841. or e-mail gasue303@msn.com.

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

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

Tri-Town Baptist Church Sun. School 9:00a Worship 10:00a & 5p Wed. King’s Kids 6:30 Bible Study 7:00 420 Johnson St. (Oak St.), Frederick 303-833-2826 www.tri-townbaptist.com Pastor Don Veazey

La Iglesia Bautista Messiahville le ofrece un servicio Cristiano en Espanol todos los Lunes alas 7:00 p.m. La direccion es 4700 County Road 6 en Erie Transportacion gratis llame 303-669-5180

Frederick St. Theresa Catholic Church 502 Walnut Street, Frederick Mass: Monday - Wednesday 8:30am Friday 8:30am Friday 6:00pm (Espanol) Saturday 5:00pm Sunday 7:00am and 10:00am, 12:00pm & 5:00pm (Espanol) (303) 833-2966 Fr. Hernan Florez, Pastor

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Sts 9029 Grand Mesa Avenue, Frederick Rinn Valley Ward Bishop Keith Lorimer 303-815-5059 Sacrament Meeting: 9 a.m.

Saddleback Ward Bishop Robert Briggs, 720-589-0515 Sacrament Meeting: 11 a.m.

Peak View Ward Bishop Ryan Bingham 720-290-6353 Sacrament Meeting: 1 p.m.

St. Brigit Episcopal Church Sun. Worship: 9:30am 110 Johnson St. Frederick 720-208-0280 www.stbrigit.org Pastor: Felicia SmithGraybeal St. Dimitrie the New Orthodox Church Saturdays 6:00p Vespers, Bible Study Sun. 9:00a Matins;10:00a Divine Liturgy Sun. School 11:00a 6060 Puritan Lane, Frederick, CO 80516 303 460-7035; www.sfdimitrie.org Rev. Fr. Loan Bogdan L.I.F.E. Fellowship Sun. School & Services at 8:30a & 10:30a 451 Oak St., Frederick 303.304.1159 www.lifefrederick.org Pastor Brady Thornton Rocky Mountain Christian Church Frederick Campus Non-denominational Christian Sun. Worship 8a, 9:15 & 10:45 a.m.

5860 Majestic St (CR13 N. of Hwy 52), Frederick 303.652.2211 www.rmcc.org Lead Pastor Shan Moyers Rinn United Methodist Church Worship 9:30a Sun. School 10:45a Cowboy Fellowship Weds. 7:00p 3783 Bella Rosa Pkwy & I-25 W., Frontage Rd. 303-776-1578 rinnumc@hotmail.com Revered Bryson P. Lillie

he air outside was clear and cool, allowing a view of the majestic mountains beyond the vibrant green of Saddleback Golf Course. The flag stood tall and proud in front of the picture windows, and the National Anthem was being led

by Ivy Hartfield. Seventy people were gathered in attendance for the 1st Annual Carbon Valley Prayer Breakfast and sung boldly along.

This was the heartfelt start to an event that brought together a diverse group of people to pray for our community on the National Day of Prayer, which is held annually on the first Thursday of May. The National Day of Prayer has a history dating back to 1952, when a bill was passed allowing the President of the United States to allocate one day each year other than Sunday for Americans to gather and pray to God. This, however, was the first year that the Carbon Valley had come together on this day to pray specifically for the towns of Firestone and Frederick, as well of the City of Dacono.

After the attendees settled down with breakfast catered by Saddleback Golf Course, Firestone residents Chris and Crystal Combs, the organizers of the event, welcomed those in attendance and gave a brief history of the event, which had been an idea started in the town of Erie four years prior by Chris Combs. The morning consisted of representatives from each of the three municipalities sharing the current issues of their town or city, and what they were in need of prayer for. A pastor representing a local church for each area then got up and lead the group in prayer for those specific requests.

A common theme of the morning was centered around the recent tragedy in Firestone, where

two members of the community lost their lives in a tragic house explosion. A plea for unity in all situations possible was brought forth by each of the elected officials. Frederick Mayor Pro Tem Laura Brown called for temperance in difficult circumstances, in a time when the town of Frederick faces multiple recall elections.

Each pastor prayed for unity, as that theme continued throughout the morning.

Guest speaker Jim Hepp had the opportunity to share his journey in business through the lens of his faith.

His nephew, Jason Hepp, was moved towards the end of the event to get up and share about the last few minutes he spent with Joey Irwin, one of the victims of the explosion, and his awe of how the Carbon Valley has come together to support the families. Special music for the event was provided by Lonnie Espinoza, worship pastor at Life Fellowship, who led the group in singing “How Great Is Our God.” Attendees were in high spirits as they left the prayer breakfast, which is planned to be held annually on the first Thursday of May every year going forward. Questions or comments about the event can be directed to carbonvalleyprayerbreakfast@gmail.com.

If your church is in the Tri-Towns, Erie, or Mead—please e-mail information and we will be happy to list it here, free of charge, to carbonvalley@gmail.com.

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

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

Dacono New Horizons Christian Church Worship 10:00 a.m. & Bible School 9:00a 303-833-3013 701 Carbondale St., Dacono Pastor Rob Thomas

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Firestone Purpose Church Worship Service Sun. at 10:30 a.m.

(303)651-1640 www.purpose.church Coal Ridge M.S., 6201 Booth Dr, Firestone Pastor Brian Thompson

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

Rejoice Lutheran Church Sun. Worship 9:30am 3413 Lowell Lane, Erie.

303-828-3953 www.rejoicelutheran.net Pastor Ruby Narucki

Grandview Church Meets at Mead Middle School Sunday 9:30am 620 Welker Ave. Mead 720.899.1126 Pastor Bruce Hendrich

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

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

Longmont New Creation Church 737 Bross Street, Longmont, CO 80501 www.newcreation.net 303-776-4225 Sundays: 8:30 and 10:45 AM Pastor Mario Latini

New Hope Fellowship/Erie Baptist Church Corner of Cheeseman & High, Erie Sun. 10:00 am & Children’s 10:30 am (303) 828-0638 Pastor Dr. Mitch Gardner Calvary Bible Church 9am & 10:30am. 615 Evans St. Pastor Adrian Boykin 303.442.3484 info@calvarybible.com Student Ministry for Middle & High School 303-442-3484 www.calvarybible.com

Bnai Yisra’ĕl in YHUH Firstone, CO 80504 7th day Sabbath Fellowship in Firestone 970-430-8594

Impact Rock Church (303) 835-4214 www.impactrock.com 470 Briggs St Erie, CO 80516 Erie United Methodist Church 604 Holbrook St, Erie (across Town Hall) Sun. School 9:30a.m. (for all ages) Worship 10:30 a.m. Nursery provided 303-828-3906 Pastor Jim Calhoun

Carbon Valley Lutheran Worship Sundays, 10am Centennial Elementary 10290 Neighbors Parkway, Firestone 720.833.8873 www.carbonchurch.com Pastor Tim Spiegelberg

Orchard Community Church Sunday Services 10:00 am Erie High School, 3180 County Road 5 Erie, Colorado 80516 (303) 485-0922 orchardcommunity.church Pastor Nick Olson

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

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

Mead Abundant Life Church Sun. Service & Sun. School 10:00a 970-535-0311 4380 Hwy. 66 (.3 mile east of I-25 on S) revspeaks@gmail.com Pastor Jim Coleman

Life Song Church of Erie Sun. School 9:15a Service 10:15a 303-828-1040 www.lifesongchurch.org 500 Briggs St., Erie

Centerpoint Church 14478 E I-25 Frontage Rd Longmont 80504 (NE corner of I25 & Hwy 66 970.481.0156 Jon and Gina Horner

Grace Point Community Church Firestone, CO 80520 720-217-3407 www.go2gracepoint.com Pastor Tim Lyon

Guardian Angels Catholic Church 109 S. 3rd St. Mead, CO 80542 Daily Mass: Mon 5:30p Tu-Th 7:30a Fri 8:30am Sat Anticipatory Mass: 5:30 pm Sun. 7:30, 9:00 & 10:30 am 1st Sunday: 6:00p mass 970-535-0721 info@meadangels.org Rev. Alan Hartway, Administrator

Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church Sun. Services 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

640 Alpine St., Longmont, CO 80504 303-776-1789 www.coslongmont.org Our Savior's Evangelical Lutheran Church (WELS) 1221 17th Ave., Longmont CO 80501 Reg. Sun. Service 11:15 a.m.

Children's Sun. School 10:15 a.m. oursaviorson17th.org; 303.776.5528 Pastor Jesse Stone Grace Church Worship Sat 6 pm, Sun 8:30, 11:15 am 2415 Lake Park Drive Longmont 80501 303-772-5685 www.graceefc.org Pastor Jeff Foote Westview Presbyterian Church 1500 Hover St., Longmont, CO 80501 www.westviewpres.org 303-776-3242 Sundays: 9:30 am & 5 pm Pastor Scott Phillips LifeBridge Christian Church Worship Saturdays at 5 p.m. & Sundays at 9:30 & 11 a.m.

10345 Ute Hwy, Longmont 303.776.2927 www.lbcc.org Pastor Rick Rusaw First Evangelical Lutheran Church Worship Saturdays at 5:30 pm & Sundays at 7:40, 8:30, & 11:00 am Education Hour Sundays at 9:45 am 803 3rd Ave, Longmont, CO 303-776-2800 www.firstluth.org

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

Sun. Worship - 10:00 a.m.

310 Byers Ave - Platteville (970)785-2021 Pastor Wm. Leerssen

Lafayette Flatirons Community Church 355 W South Boulder Road, Lafayette Sat. 4p & 6p and Sun. 9a & 11a 303-664-5524 Jim Bergen

Messiahville Baptist 4700 CR 6 (east of I-25) Sun. School 9:45a Service 11a 720-253-5783 NoahsBiblePark.com Pastor Moore

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

New Life in Christ Church Iglesia Nueva Vida en Cristo Sun Service 11:00/Servicio Domingo Tues. Bible Study 7:00 pm Martes Estudio Biblico 7:00 pm We are a bilingual church.

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307 Salisbury Ave., Platteville, CO (303)833-2870 Pastor Jose V. Saenz First United Methodist Church of Platteville Sunday School and Worship 11:00 am 316 Elizabeth Ave Platteville, CO 80651 970-785-6158 www.plattevilleumc.com Pastor Mark L. Heiss Calvary Chapel Longmont Non-denominational Christian, Bible teaching Sunday service from 9:30a to 11:00a 1801 Sunset Pl., Longmont, CO 80501 (303) 870-1861 Pastor Michael Patrick Ft. Lupton Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church Sun. Worship 9:00 a.m.

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

(303) 857-6827 www.mtcalvaryluth.org 650 S. Park Ave. Ft. Lupton Pastor Keith L. Besel Saint Andrews Episcopal Church Worship 8am Sun. 303-650-6170 204 Park Avenue Ft. Lupton Reverend Gary Sitton Destination Ministries “First for Him, Then each other” Gathering at Ft. Lupton Rec. Center Study @ 8:30am, Message @ 10am Destiny Church 307 S Fulton Ave, Fort Lupton www.yourdestinychurch.org Sunday at 10am, Wed at 7pm plus children, teen ministries & small groups Rob Rocca, Pastor First United Methodist Church of Ft Lupton 306 Park Ave., Fort Lupton, CO 80621 Sun. Worship 9:00 am (& children’s Sun. School) Adult Sun. School 10:45 am (nursery provided) 303-857-2257 www.fumc-fortlupton.org Dr. Rev. Kay Palmer Marsh

Cairn Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Progressive, Open and Engaged Sunday Worship:10:00 a.m.

Education Hour: 11:30 a.m. www.cairnchristianchurch.com www.facebook.com/cairnchristian.church 1700 Stonehenge Drive Lafayette, CO 80026 303-442-1861 (p); 303-442-6413 (f) Rev. Dr. Charisa Hunter-Crump CharisaHunterCrump@ CairnChristianChurch.com Living Water Lafayette Wednesday’s: Youth Group 6:30pm Sunday’s: Celebration Time 10am 303-668-1329 for current Bible Studies 700 W. South Boulder Road Lafayette, CO 80026 www.livingwater.la Pastor: Steve Owings Misc Areas Seventh Day Baptist Church Sabbath (Saturday) Worship 9:45 am Sabbath School 11:30 am 303-541-9097 www.sdbboulder.org 6710 Arapahoe Rd. Boulder pastorsteveo@gmail.com Pastor Steve Osborn Northern Hills Church Meets Sundays at 9:00 and 10:45am 5061 E. 160th Ave Brighton, CO (Hwy 7) 720.685.1717 www.northernhills.cc Pastor Rob Kelly Faith Lutheran Church Service on Sunday at 9:00 am Sunday School at 10:30 am 3999 W. South 1st St Johnstown, CO 970-587-6460 Rev. Brandon Ross FaithJohnstown.com East Boulder Baptist Church 7690 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80303 Sunday School for all ages - 9 AM Worship Service - 10:30 AM Deaf and Senior Citizens Ministries WWW.EBBC.Co 303-499-3553

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Thomas G McCune

August 25, 1950 to May 25, 2017 Thomas Gerald McCune, 66, of Dacono, died unexpectedly at his home on May 25, 2017. He was born August 25, 1950 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Sally Marie (Wagner) and Gerald McCune. On November 12, 1983, he married Sharyl Butts at the Church of Christ in Aurora.

Tom retired in 2009 from the Janitorial Department of Front Range Community College. He later worked for Walmart, driving the “Zamboni” to clean the floors.

Over the years, he’d periodically attended Rocky Mountain Christian Church in Frederick.

In his free time, Tom enjoyed garage sales and flea markets and had been a part of the mercantile market for 30 years. He will be remembered for always bringing weird and random finds. He also enjoyed fishing, watching TV (especially old movies) and always cherished the times he could reminisce about the past.

Survivors include his wife Sharyl McCune of Dacono and his son Brandon McCune of Del Camino. He is further survived by his brothers Gary McCune (Elaine) of Cedar Rapid, IA, Glen “Red”

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McCune of Wisconsin, Rusty McCune (Cheryl) of Prairie Du Chien, WI and Craig McCune of Iowa and his sister Lori McCune of Cedar Rapids, IA. Tom was preceded in death by his son Kyle McCune in 2007.

Cremation has been entrusted to Howe Mortuary and Cremation Services.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, June 5th at New Horizons Church, 701 Cardondale Drive, Dacono, CO 80514

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The Broken Chain We little knew that morning That God was going to call your name.

In life we loved you dearly In death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you You did not go alone.

For part of us went with you That day God called you home.

You left us precious memories Your love is still our guide.

And though we cannot see you You are always by our side.

Our family chain is broken And nothing seems the same.

But as God calls us one by one The chain will link again.

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Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors are not estate planners and cannot provide tax or legal advice. For more information call Jen Kayton, your Carbon Valley Edward Jones Financial Advisor at 303.833.3123. She is located at 8350 Colorado Blvd., Suite 130 in Firestone, CO 80504.

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