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Creatin g Community By Connecting Neighbors The bottom’s dropped out of the country; good people don’t have a chance? But God hasn’t moved…He’s in charge….Ps 11:3, 4

Summit Bank & Trust is Now Centennial Bank and Trust ummit Bank & Trust is now Centennial “It’s the same smiling faces here of Centennial Bank was the ideal partner S Bank and Trust. While the name is at the bank that customers are used to with 14 locations in Colorado, including changing slightly and the bank will sport a seeing,” says Reynolds. “You can expect Boulder, Breckenridge, Conifer, Denver, new look and feel this spring, it’s business as usual in Erie, Broomfield and Thornton.

“Our bank is community to its core,” says Wendy Reynolds, EVP, Commercial Banking Manager. “Like Summit Bank & Trust, Centennial Bank is also dedicated to customers and community, so it’s a great fit.”

Summit Bank & Trust’s parent company, Heartland Financial USA, Inc. acquired the Denver-based Centennial Bank in February. Centennial Bank was merged with Summit Bank & Trust and now operates as Centennial Bank and Trust with 17 banking locations throughout the state of Colorado. Although the name will change, the same great products and services will be offered to continue serving all your financial needs.

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Summit Bank & Trust opened in 2006 as a de novo bank, at the corner of Summit Boulevard and Coalton Road near the Flatiron Crossing mall. The original headquarters in Broomfield was housed in a 14,000-square-foot building originally earmarked as an Eckerd Drug Store. New banking centers followed soon after in Thornton and Erie, which opened in June and December 2007, respectively.

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What’s On My Mind

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Spring Cleaning Starts in the Mind and Ends in the Heart

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ell, I did it. I took a small load of my clothes and some electronic equipment to a Thrift Store. And I actually took the bags and boxes inside and LEFT THEM! Everybody who knows me personally, knows I have clutter everywhere. I don’t believe I am a “hoarder” but I do cling to my “stuff” with an unhealthy grip. I know I have to get a handle on it as I hate walking through every room in my house and seeing “stuff” stacked and shoved in every space available. My “stuff” is causing me anxiety.

The change of weather and wanting the fresh air in my house, inspires me to want to spring clean my home. But trying to tackle the “stuff” starts in my own mind and I’ve realized I don’t follow through on some tasks simply because my mind does not want to go there. Here are four reasons why: 1. Sorting causes me to stumble on memories of life before two of my children died; 2. Purging causes me to realize how much money I’ve spent and I am embarrassed about that; 3. Throwing out causes me to wonder if there is someone who could really use the items; 4. Discovering treasures that are ruined by mice and flooding causes me to regret that I didn’t really treasure them at all.

A huge part of me simply wants to close the doors to all the “stuff” and go on with life as usual. But there is a small part of me that wants the peace and contentment that comes from order, from simplicity and

from restoration. That small part of me is growing and it desires healing and a true, new beginning. I’ve only had two years in my entire life where harmony, stability and tranquility were a part of every single day.

I want that in my life again.

Perhaps you have the same dilemma…

Do you have “stuff” piled up that needs taken care of?

What stops you from accomplishing what needs to be done?

Why is it so hard to do something that will be good for us in the long run but we avoid it?

So, I must get rid of a lot of my possessions and to do that I must figure out what I should keep and what I should let go of.

Here are a few ways I was able to let go of the items I took to the Thrift Store: Step 1: Possessions are belongings.

But are they assets? Are they special? Some possessions are simply that; something you possess and don’t really know why, like three bicycles. I can only ride one bike at a time. Figure out why you keep what you have.

Step 2: Go look at it. Pick one small space to declutter (a corner, a closet, a shelf ). Sort: Keep it, give it, throw it.

According to the television shows on hoarding, you throw away immediately!

The give pile gets taken immediately! There are second hand stores and drop boxes all over the area. And finally, find a home for the keep stuff: if it’s a memory, store it or show it. My sister always says, “Everything should have a home. And it always goes home when you are finished with it.”

Step 3: Remember it’s okay to have emotions while you sort, purge, throw, and discover. Sometimes, like in my life, there is a lot of grief to work through as you go through “stuff.” Our “stuff” reminds us of happier times, horrible times, and times we have pushed way back into the deepest

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part of ourselves. Be kind to yourself; it’s okay to shut the box and tackle it another day. It’s also okay to be angry. One of my worst days was the flooding in 2013. The rain started on my daughter’s birthday (Alisha who has passed away) and it didn’t end until many photos and other mementoes were saturated and had to be thrown away. I was very angry at God for allowing my children to die and all the memorabilia that I’ve collected that was being ruined by His rain. God held me and let me rant and cry and He also comforted me and reminded me that healing is an ongoing process.

Step 4: After you have sorted, purged, thrown, and discovered your one small space; take a step back and enjoy what you accomplished. Take a deep breath. Let it out slowly…feel the peace that overtakes you?

That peace is available to each one of us as we take small steps forward to bring order into our lives. That order can start in the house, the garage, your car, and garden spaces. Spring cleaning gets rid of cobwebs and dust bunnies and it shortens the stacks of boxes in closets. But it achieves far more than cleanliness in a living space.

In my life, and probably in yours too, as I sort, purge, throw, and discover, I also restore. Yes, it can bring sadness and tears to look at a family photo when there were four children living in my home. It can also bring a wave of sorrow as I bury my face into a baby blanket I handmade for my firstborn son. However, as memories flood my mind I realize that what started as lamenting has turned to rejoicing.

I want to get rid of the “stuff” that fills me with regret and pain and make space for all the joyous times that restore my soul. I want to FEEL Step 4. Each organized space will bring a fresh calm, a new order and a peace that only comes from goodness and love, inspired from above.

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Black Square Technologies Introduces Hardware Encryption Solution to Solve Data Breaches

By Jan Sciacca

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y ears perked up when I heard, “75% of all organizations have experienced a data/cyber security breach in the past 12 months.” My mind drifted briefly to recent breaches that had made the news such as Target, Sony, IRS and Pentagon, and Anthem Blue Cross; and so many more.

In addition, Reuters reports $450 billion in data theft in 2014- $300 billion more than in 2013. Data theft affects every major industry and market sector on our planet.

Black Square Technologies, founded

by Erie resident Bob Fleming, is causing a big buzz in the data and cyber security world. Black Square Technologies has developed its Enigma devices as affordable, real time hardware encryption that work on Windows or Mac OS and virtually invisible to hackers.

As a non-technical person, I was amazed at the simplicity in using the Enigma product. Having read some about data breaches, I have wondered what was right for me or the organizations I work with. In my non-technical explanation, I saw the product (which looks like a thumb drive) encrypt files and folders that only I could open with a password. If I forget the password, no one would be able to open the file. There’s no software-based hint about your first pet or your mother’s maiden name. Users will have to record

their password and remember it on their own. This is not a cloud program or a software program that can be hacked. It’s a portable device that when connected as an encryption device, does not show up in “my computer” or “my PC” drives and devices. It appears invisible!

Enigma encrypts your data where it is stored. This can be on your computer’s hard drive, any cloud storage, a backup device, a card reader storage device, a NAS storage device, any USB storage device or a USB enabled computer or tablet.

BlackSquare delivers two messages: it’s simple to encrypt data and, ‘If it’s important, encrypt it’.

Companies possess sensitive data in many departments. These can include admin, HR, payroll, inventory records, engineering, legal contracts, accounting etc. The data can be encrypted, regardless of the location. And, IT can manage Enigma. Data is secure from all except those who have knowledge of the correct password. And, yes, passwords can be easily changed. Enigma is scalable, and can be used-and managed-by a consumer or a large entity. In companies, everyone who accesses encrypted data will have his or her own Enigma.

Prior to Black Square Technologies, Bob was Director of Advanced Concepts

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in full disk encryption for Seagate Technologies. Bob received his education from CSULB and UCLA with degrees in Business Management and Economics.

Enigma retails at $169.95, and may be purchased from local resellers, or at Amazon, BestBuy or MicroCenter. Enigma

includes a one-year subscription which provides OS updates and new features that BlackSquare develops.

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Black Square Technologies has developed its Enigma devices as affordable, real time hardware encryption that work on Windows or Mac OS and virtually invisible to hackers.

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N Longmont is offering its spring 13DivorceCare covers a variety of topics By Jan Sciacca week DivorceCare program on Monday such as facing the anger, depression or you’re thinking about hiring a lawn people or those who have complicated evenings, beginning May 9. The class loneliness that often comes with a divorce. meets 7-8:30 pm. The program, based on Other topics covered are financial survival, If care firm for your new home, are tired situations involving pets or kids, this of trying to keep up with the care yourself, company’s customer service is priceless!

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Rowenhorst Family Chiropractic to Host Cinco De Mayo Ladies Night inco De Mayo Ladies Night, which Rowenhorst Family Chiropractic will host, kicks C off Mother’s Day Weekend. The event allows women of the Erie Community and its surrounding areas to mingle, shop, and enjoy complimentary margaritas, massages, make-up tips and much more provided by local vendors. The event will take place on Thursday, May 5th from 6:30 - 8 PM at Rowenhorst Family Chiropractic located at 77 Erie Village Square, Unit 150, Erie.

or are unhappy with the service you’ve been receiving from another firm, please consider contacting the team at Lawn Doctor of Longmont.

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Improving Your Posture

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oor posture can happen over time and you may not even know you’re starting to slouch or have a protruding head.

Some causes of poor posture are regular activities in our daily lives, when prolonged and done every day, such as staring at a computer screen, sitting

side at a 90 degree angle at the elbow, be sure not to shrug your shoulders.

With arms against the door frame, lean forward slowly to stretch your chest muscles.

•H ead Retraction - Look forward with neutral posture. Bring head directly backwards giving yourself a “double chin”, hold 3 seconds and return back.

Don’t tilt your head up or down.

• I mmediately improve posture by lengthening your spine and standing up taller by imagining you’re pulling up on

Most people with poor posture will start to experience neck and back pain in time.

Landscaping to Sell Your Home

It

doesn’t matter what season you sell your home, landscaping plays a huge role in Selling it. The first thing Buyer’s see is the curb appeal and whether it feels inviting or not.

Landscaping is important because it starts establishing value from the first look at the front of the home. The National Association of Realtors says that a landscaping investment could potentially return 215% in home value while a kitchen renovation may recoup 68%.

Consider it money well spent excepting if the neighborhood is run down….nothing seems to overcome that.

in chairs, driving, looking down at a cell phone or tablet, carrying a bag on the same shoulder or carrying small children, and standing for long periods of time.

The American Journal of Pain Management says that “Posture effects and moderates every physiological function from breathing to hormonal production. Spinal pain, headache, mood, blood pressure, pulse, and lung capacity are among the functions most easily influenced by posture.”

Poor posture with slouched shoulders lead to overstretched upper back muscles and tight chest muscles. Your best defense against poor posture, back/neck pain, and injury is a strong upper body that includes strengthening your core/back muscles and stretching.

Most people with poor posture will start to experience neck and back pain in time. The good news is that the main factors affecting posture are not difficult to change and are usually easy for you to control.

Here are some quick tips on how to stretch and strengthen some of those muscles: •P ectoral Stretch - stand in the frame of a smaller doorway with arms out to the

a string coming out the top of your head that is attached to all of your vertebrae.

• I f you sit for long periods of time, take a break from sitting in a chair every half hour for two minutes to stand, stretch, or walk down the hall.

•A ctivities such as walking, swimming, or bicycling are great cardiovascular exercises, while strength training exercises will help the muscles surrounding the core and back to stay strong. A balance of core and back muscle strength is important to help support the upper body and maintain good posture.

•P lanks and dumbbell row’s are exercises that work to increase strength in your core, shoulders, and back muscles.

If you need help with an exercise program, I offer ladies only fitness groups in Frederick (Thursdays at 7pm) and Niwot 3 times per week (Mon/Fri at 8:30am, Wed 4:15pm), plus mobile personal training where I come to your home. Contact Tracy Rewerts, NASM CPT, FNS, WFS at 303-828-2856 or www.

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1. Plan ahead if you plan to sell your home. Start by cleaning up the yard and removing dead branches, weeds, anything broken and of course pet waste.

2. Maintenance may be the most important thing. Make sure downspouts are clean and functional, drain pipes are properly buried and draining water doesn’t sit and pool.

3. Hardscapes like patios and walkways should be level for safety and aesthetics. Fix those wobbly railings or loose steps.

4. Plant health is important because dead and dying plants caste a dim eye towards what others might think of the rest of the home. Remove them.

5. Cut or remove overgrown or old shrubs from sidewalks no matter what sentimental value they may have had before.

6. While the Realtor® is unlocking the lockbox, Buyers are looking at the surrounding area so colorful pots are a warm addition.

7. Use Screening plants to hide unsightly areas like trash can

storage or that cable box that sticks out.

8. Fire pits or outdoor kitchens and water features add charm to a backyard without just looking at a fence.

9. Wash that patio furniture, spray it off and make sure it’s in good condition.

10. Play structures are personal items and it is suggested that they be removed and taken with you.

Okay, we’re ready to sell!

Kathryn Novak, Broker/Owner Metro Brokers – Novak Realty is your local Erie Real Estate Expert and is an Ambassador for the Erie Chamber of Commerce and serves on the Board of Directors for Coal Creek Meals on Wheels. She has lived in the area for 40 years and has been practicing Real Estate for 17 years. She manages her own real estate company and can be reached at 303-332-9122.

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Welcome New Members!

Upcoming Chamber Events Business After Hours Wednesday, April 27 5:30pm – 7:30pm Great Day Chiropractic 515 Briggs Street, Suite A, Erie RSVP to the Chamber Office 303-828-3440 Wednesday, May 25 5:30pm – 7:30pm FRP Apparel 1020 Carbon Court, Unit C, Erie Erie Business Connections Thursday, April 21 – 7:45 am-9:00 am Thursday, May 5 – 7:45 am-9:00 am Thursday, May 19 – 7:45am – 9:00am NEW LOCATION—Calvary Bible Church, 615 Evans St, Erie Visitors Welcome! For more information, call the Erie Chamber at 303-828-3440 Network at Noon Tuesday, May 3 – 11:45 am – 1:00 pm NEW LOCATION Erie Community Center 450 Powers Street, Erie Educational Presentation by Lynn Wooten “Cancer Research Updates-How to Support Cancer Victims and Survivors”

Transworld Business Advisors Chris Cantwell 2103 Alpine Drive, CO 80516 p) 720-370-0049 e) chris@worlddenver.com

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Lamborn Landscape & Tree Care Brian Welch 356 Tynan Drive Erie, CO 80516 p) 720-441-9595 e) lambornltc@comcast.net

Special Events Mayor’s State of the Town Address Thursday, April 21 5:30pm – 6:30pm Erie Community Center 450 Powers Street, Erie

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Backyard Compost Workshop Tuesday, April 26 6:00pm – 8:00pm Erie Community Center 450 Powers Street, Erie 20th Annual Town Fair & Balloon Festival Saturday, May 21 10:00am – 4:00pm Historic Downtown Erie and Coal Creek Park Concerts in the Park Saturdays May 28, June 18, July 9 & 23 and August 6 5:00pm – 9:00pm Coal Creek Park

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Erie’s 3rd Annual Day of Prayer Breakfast Is Thursday May 5 rie’s 3rd Annual Erie Prayer Breakfast, EPrayer, in conjunction with the National Day of will be held Thursday, May 5, 2016, 7:30-9 a.m. at Calvary Bible Church of Erie, 615 Evans St., Erie.

This year’s event will join together the local community alongside church and city leaders in one mission - Praying for the Town of Erie. Join local guest speakers including pastors, community members and public servants as we pray for wisdom, guidance and strength for the coming year.

The cost to attend is $5 per person and will include a catered breakfast from Sweets. Please RSVP by April 28. To buy tickets go to: https://www.eventbrite. com/e/3rd-annual-erie-prayer-breakfasttickets-23960894681 Impact Rock’s Lead Pastor Mark Harper shares that the scripture for the event is Philippians 4:6.

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.”

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Eulogy to Our Loved Ones

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“The life of the dead is placed on the memories of the living. The love you gave in life keeps people alive beyond their time. Anyone who was given love will always live on in another’s heart.” —Cicero Patrick Shawn Dempsey November 25, 1957 - April 8, 2016 Patrick Shawn Dempsey, 58, of Erie, passed away on Friday, April 8, 2016 at his home.

Patrick was born November 25, 1957 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Bernard Lee and Vonah Sue (Diehl) Dempsey. He grew up in the Boulder area and graduated from Fairview High School. Patrick and his wife Radine (Hirschfeld) were together since 1991. He was a gifted carpenter and owned and operated his company, Dempsey Construction. Patrick built their home in Erie. He loved spending time with his family and friends at the family cabin in Glendo, Wyoming. He loved snow skiing, water skiing, boating, motorcycling, sports cars and football, in particular the Denver Broncos and Colorado Buffaloes.

Patrick is survived by his wife Radine Dempsey of Erie, brother Stephen (Laura) Dempsey of Lake Ozark, Missouri, sister Robin (Steve) Katzer-Brim of Loveland, Colorado. He is also survived by his nephews Alex and Nick Katzer of Loveland and a neice Jessica (John) Paia and their three children, Lake Lee, William John and Greyson, all of Loveland, Colorado.

Patrick was preceded in death by his parents.

A celebration of Patrick’s life was held April 13, 2016 at the Howe Mortuary in Longmont.

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Dedicated players looking for a few more players. Average purchased tickets $145$150 per week. -$5 Weekly “buy in” includes both weekend /mid weekEmail if interested. tamarmy40@gmail.com

***Creative Years in Frederick is looking Call Dave Johnson in Erie. 303-956-6185. for full time kitchen aide/van driver. Hours 6-2. We are also always looking for substitute teachers. Contact us at Garage Sale April 22nd & 23rd. 1010 303-833-9001 to find out more.

Sumner Way Erie. 8am-5pm. Furniture, clothes, household goods and much more.

Erie Churches 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

Calvary Bible Church 9 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

615 Evans St. 303.442.3484 www.calvarybible.com Our student ministries meets at 9:00am (High School) and 10:30am (Middle School) in the Student Ministries room.

Rejoice Lutheran Church Sun. Worship: 9:30 a.m.

Renovations are completed & we areworshipping at 3413 Lowell Lane, Erie.

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

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 Erie Transportacion gratis llame 303-669-5180

Impact Rock Church Sundays, 10 a.m.

(303) 835-4214, www.impactrock.com 710 Austin Ave, #200 Erie, CO 80516 Pastors Mark and Kara Harper

New Hope Fellowship/Erie Baptist Church Corner of Cheeseman & High, Erie Sun. 10:00 a.m. & Children’s 10:30 a.m.

(303) 828-0638 Pastor Dr. Mitch Gardne

Erie United Methodist Church 604 Holbrook St, Erie (across Town Hall) Sun 9:00 a.m. Worship & Sunday School for Children and Youth, Nursery provided Office: (303) 828-3906 erieumc@gmail.com Pastor Rev. Emily Flemming

Bible Baptist Church of Erie 5050 NE County Line Rd 1 Erie, CO 80516 (1 mile south of Hwy 52) James M. Duncan, Pastor 303-828-5109 Email: jmduncan@usa.net www.biblebaptisterie.com

Flatirons Community Church Sat. 5p & 6:45p and Sun. 9a & 10:45a 355 W South Boulder Road, Lafayette 303-664-5524 Jim Bergen Life Song Church of Erie Sun. School 9:15 a.m. Service 10:30 a.m.

303-828-1040 470 Briggs Street, Erie www.lifesongchurch.org Grace Church Worship Sat 6 p.m., Sun 8:30, 11:15 a.m.

2415 Lake Park Drive, Longmont, CO 80501 303-772-5685, www.graceefc.org Pastor Jeff Foote Orchard Church Erie Sunday Services 10:00 a.m.

Erie High School, 3180 County Road 5 Erie, Colorado 80516 (303) 485-0922 www.orcharderie.com Pastor Nick Olson Centerpoint Community Church 10 a.m. Sundays @ Red Hawk Elementary (West entrance) www.centerpoint.tv/

St. Scholastica Catholic Church Main & Wells, Erie, CO (303) 828-4221; parishoffice@ stscholasticaerie.org Fr. Hernan Florez, Pastor Fr. Robert Wedow, Parochial Vicar Weekday Masses: Tuesday, 6:00pm; Confessions at 5pm Wednesday thru Friday, 9:00am; Confessions at 8:30am Saturday, 7:30am; Confessions at 7:00am Weekend Masses: Saturday, 4:00pm Sunday, 8:30am, 11:30am Communion Service: Monday, 9:00am East Boulder Baptist Church 7690 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80303 Sunday School for Children, Teens, and Adults - 9am, Worship Service -10:30am Deaf and Senior Citizens Ministries www.EBBC.Co 303/499-3553 Living Faith Christian Fellowship Meeting at Black Rock Elementary School Sundays at 10:00am Pastor: Barry Hendrick www.lfcf.net/ www.facebook.com/ultimateimpact 303.883.8871 barry.hendrick@lfcf.net

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Erie Community Library Events April 18 – May 14 Erie Community Library, 400 Powers Street, Erie; 1-888-861-7323 or www.MyLibrary.us.

Doctor Who Party – Monday, April 18; 4 pm Join us for be trivia, crafts and other Doctor Who activities at this all ages, drop-in event. Please feel free to come dressed as your favorite Doctor Who character.

Pokemon – Learn to Play - Wednesday, April 20; 4 pm Children in Grades 3-5 are invited to bring their Pokemon cards and learn the basics of the game. Registration is required.

Board in the Library - Thursday, April 21; 4 pm The Nerd Store’s enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff will share a variety of fun board games and styles of game play for teens and adults.

History Series: Gail Beaton Presents Colorado Women - Thursday, April 21; 7:00 pm Gail’s book, “Colorado Women”, makes a significant contribution to the discussion of women’s presence in Colorado that will be of interest of historians, students, and the general reader interested in Colorado, women’s and western history. Erie Community Center – 450 Powers Street.

Pokemon – Learn to Play – Monday, April 25; 4:00 pm Children in Grades K-2 and an adult are invited to bring their Pokemon cards and learn the basics of the game. Registration is required.

Jewelry Making 101 – Thursday, April 28; 5:30 pm Local artist Connie Tuck will give you step-by-step instructions and show you the process of selecting beads and working with tools and wire to

create your very own jewelry set. All tools and supplies provided. Registration is required; ages 16+.

Money Matters: Estate Planning 101 – Thursday, May 5; 6:30 pm Understand the basics of wills, trust, powers of attorney, probate in Colorado, and beneficiary designations.

Danse Etoile Ballet presents “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” – Saturday, May 7; 3:00 pm The non-profit dance school, Danse Etoile Ballet, presents scenes from their upcoming performance of “The Hunchback of Notre Dame.”

Organic Insect Control for the Vegetable Garden – Tuesday, May 10; 6:30 pm Whether you are new to gardening or have a thumb greener than spring grass, insects can munch away your hard work quicker than you think. Get ahead of those buggers this gardening season and do so organically! CSU Extension Agent, blogger and columnist Carol O’Meara will be at the Erie Community Library to talk about all the ways we can safely do away with pests. #HPLDGardenTalk.

Eric Carle Storytime Spectacular – Wednesday, May 11; 3:30 pm Are you a very hungry caterpillar? Or a very quiet cricket? Join us to hear some of our beloved author’s classic picture books, sing, dance and craft. Ages 3 and up, with caregiver.

to produce their vodka and corn whiskey spirits. Sample their spirits after the program. Registration is required; ages 21+.

Historic Walking Tour at Mount Pleasant Cemetery – Saturday, May 14; 11 am Join us for a springtime tour of the Mount Pleasant Cemetery with Town Clerk Nancy Parker. She will share the history of the cemetery and some of its better known inhabitants as well as the meaning of symbols found on markers and tombstones. Mount Pleasant Cemetery

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Every Wednesday morning 7:30 a.m. at the Briggs Street Café Please join us and learn about how Rotary International helps in ERIE and ALL OVER the world.

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL SERVICE ABOVE SELF For more information on the Erie Rotary Club visit

Black Canyon Distillery Talk & Sampling – May 12; 6:30 pm Hear the story of Black Canyon Distillery and what drives them

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Town of Erie Ballot Question 2A:

BALLOT TITLE: SALE OF A TOWN-OWNED PARCEL OF LAND TO THE ADJACENT PROPERTY OWNER. SHALL THE TOWN OF ERIE BE AUTHORIZED TO SELL AN EXCESS PARCEL OF LAND, GENERALLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: APPROXIMATELY 0.517 ACRE, BEING A PART OF TRACT C, ERIE AIR PARK SUBDIVISION, IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE REAR YARD OF LOT 5, 270 SKYLINE COURT, ERIE COLORADO, TO THE OWNER OF 270 SKYLINE COURT, ERIE COLORADO, HIDEAKI “HEIDI” YAMAMOTO AND DIANE SHIMA MIYAHARA YAMAMOTO, ON THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONSIDERATION: 1) $10,000.00 CASH PAYMENT; 2) THE PARCEL OF LAND SOLD “AS IS” (THE TOWN WILL NOT REMEDIATE ANY EXISTING UNDERGROUND STRUCTURES); 3) THE PARCEL OF LAND IS REPLATTED BY THE OWNER TO BECOME PART OF THE EXISTING LOT AT 270 SKYLINE COURT, ERIE COLORADO; AND, 4) THE TOWN OF ERIE TO RETAIN EASEMENTS FOR EXISTING WATER LINES ON THE PARCEL OF LAND SOLD?

• Yes - 2,382

• No - 558

Please Note: The above are the unofficial election results. Official election results will be certified by the Erie Town Clerk by April 14, 2016. The newly elected Mayor and Trustees will take the oath of office during the April 19, 2016 Board of Trustees meeting.

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Local Amoroso Guitar Duo is Impacting the Music Scene — Here and Beyond

By Jan Sciacca

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alented and independent local classical Ream: Lincoln’s Young Sculptor” which guitarists, Felicity Muench and Dr. Kevin is currently being sold at the White Garry, have blended their musical talents to House. She hosted and provided music create Amoroso Guitar Duo. Their new CD for a second television documentary “Romantic Music from South America” was “Longmont’s Carnegie Library” in released in November 2015.

2015. Felicity is passionate about music Kevin and Felicity formed their duo education and is currently working on a during the fall of 2009 for an upcoming children’s guitar book. She has a thriving Valentine’s concert. This concert was guitar studio in Louisville. the beginning of their journey as musical Kevin’s hobbies are cooking, reading colleagues and as Amoroso Guitar Duo. and watching documentaries. Before Amoroso Guitar Duo began recording becoming a full time music professor and at Coupe Studios in Boulder with the head of the Music Department at Front talented recording engineer John McVey. Range Community College, he jokingly says They had the honor of recording two he was once a roving cultural desperado guitar trios with the international Peruvian and starving poet. Dr. Kevin Garry will be guitarist, Alfredo presenting a lecture at Muro who is featured the Guitar Foundation Amoroso Guitar on their CD. Kevin, of America conference Duo is available Felicity and Alfredo in June and he is the will be performing for concerts, school author and instructor at the Broomfield for 3 international presentations, Auditorium September instructional DVD’s 17, 2016. in the e-Media Guitar artist series and Amoroso Guitar Series. international Duo is available for Felicity says concerts, school “We love expressing festivals. presentations, artist ourselves through series and international festivals. Their music and giving joy to our audiences. Our album “Romantic Music from South music is our passion.” She adds, “Anything America” features works by South you strive for can be accomplished when American composers Alfonso Montes, you surround yourself with great people.”

Carlos Bonnet, Astor Piazzolla, Maximo Amoroso Guitar Duo may be heard Diego Pujol, Antonio Carlos Jobim, and purchased online at Amazon.com Paulinho Nogueira and Chiquinho and Itunes.com. Anyone who listens to Timoteo. Kevin Garry’s talents shine with samples of this wonderful work will want his own arrangements of Adios Nonino, La a copy for themselves and a few extras for Partida and Quebra Cabeca. gifts.

On a personal note, Felicity’s hobbies Contact information for Felicity include traveling the world, reading, and Muench is 303.530.4486 email: fmguitar@ spending time with friends and family. She yahoo.com and www.felicityguitar.com grew up in Placitas New Mexico and began Kevin Garry’s contact information studying the classical guitar at age 7. is 720.987.8871 email: kevingarry@ Felicity provided music for the kevingarry.com and www.kevingarry.com award winning documentary “Vinnie

Felicity Muench and Dr. Kevin Garry