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Rosario’s: Finer Dining in Dacono Rosario Martinez (left) brings a unique blend of spices and fresh vegetables to the foods offered at Rosario’s Restaurant, a new and finer dining in Dacono. This full service, sit-down restaurant offers, not only American dishes but also homemade

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With an intense desire to serve the community, Firestone Court Clerk Beverly Medina (right center) was honored Dec. 10, 2011, as the Town of Firestone Employee of the Year.

Medina started with the Town in 2003. Her

Peruvian fare. Delicious and tender meats make hearty meals along with fresh herbs, spices and lots of healthy, seasoned sides.

Located in the renovated VFW (Roadhouse) building, at 701 Carbondale, just east of Colorado Blvd. on Hwy 52, the warm atmosphere is perfect for the whole family. With affordable prices and fun foods for the kids, families will delight in making this one of their favorite places to eat.

Rosario came to the United States from

Peru about twelve years ago and has made Dacono her home for most of that time. She lives here with her husband, Hector and their 12-yr.-old daughter. She has a 21-yr.-old daughter attending college in Peru. They, along with Hector’s brother, Freddie Martinez, are working together to make this an outstanding addition to the Carbon Valley.

Menu items include salads, homemade soups, pastas, burgers, and wings; to name a few. But their signature steaks

home. Thanks to local neighbors – Thelma and Leon Schweitzer, Tina and Perry McNeece, and Bob Cordova - they had assistance packing their belongings and helping them settle into temporary housing. “These types of good neighbor efforts exemplify what it means to be a great community,� Auer said. “They helped because it’s the right thing to do.�

responsibilities include handling all municipal court dealings, working with the police staff and coordinating the annual Santa Cops program.

Firestone Police Chief David Montgomery said Medina offers an incredible work ethic that shines when working with customers. “Each year that Bev has been a member of the department, she has been recognized for the greatness she possesses,� he said.

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Town Manager Wesley LaVanchy continued, “Bev is a dedicated public servant who serves the organization in her professionalism and the community with her heart. We are privileged to have her as an integral part of our team.�

Firestone Mayor Chad Auer spoke at the Dec. 14, 2011, Board of Trustees meeting about the many good neighbor efforts that occur in the community. Some people are recognized and thanked for their kindness, while others go unrecognized, but not unappreciated.

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What’s On My Mind Kelly Martindale, Publisher

I was overcome by trouble and sorrow. Then I called on the name of the Lord: “O Lord, save me!� ...when I was in great need, he saved me.

Psalm 116 3-6

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One-by-one, my kids stacked the mass of gifts that had accumulated over the last week. It was six days until Christmas and they were sick with anxiety at everything they were getting. I moved a chair towards the dining room so they could put more presents up against the wall. It Free papers reach over 97% of the homes in their defined marketing areas was actually embarrassing; there were so many Christmas presents. and are read regularly in over 76% of those homes. Not only are they Later that day, several sacks and a box of holiday food items received and read, over 74% of the readers confirmed they make their appeared at my front door. The aroma of fresh baked bread engulfed buying decisions based on the information they find in their free papers. my senses as I looked up and down the sidewalk for the deliverer. No These statistics were confirmed through independent audits one was to be seen.

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As dusk fell over our home, the Christmas lights shed a serene blanket of peace throughout the living room while The Little Drummer Sometimes, all the less fortunates need is a hand up. Most of us are Boy and other special songs spread music to the rest of the house. My not looking for a hand out, just a way to get out of the muck and mire. daughters were clanking around in the kitchen readying to make sugar cookies. The boys were playing Nintendo. It wasn’t a Kodak moment When fortunates show the less fortunates what is available to them, like because I couldn’t afford film for our camera but it definitely was one education, entry level jobs with options to move up, and that there are that would have been captured on the cover of a Saturday Evening Post people who can be trusted, the less fortunates want to climb out and up to a better way of life. Often times, the less fortunates just don’t know

by Norman Rockwell.

There was such abundance that day‌in every way: peace of mind, anything different.

But giving a hand up means touching another. The other might be body and soul, camaraderie with the kids, food and gifts. There was not one need. Not one. And yet, we were so poor. The five of us lived on $512 uneducated, a little dirty, and maybe even smelly. Perhaps it also means a month and we had not one need. Imagine that. We were less fortunate serving the other; in a soup line, with donated clothing and toiletries or delivering hot meals. A hand up also requires encouragement, support than anyone on our block and yet we were rich.

There are some people; I’ll call them fortunates, who do not want to and faith in the climber.

My climb entailed many levels and many people. But it all started get involved with the less fortunate. They don’t want to get their hands with one person reaching out to me and telling me, “You can do it.� With dirty. The fortunates think the less fortunates take advantage of “the system.� They think the less fortunates are lazy and unwilling to work. help from the fortunates, I was able to attend college and know that my kids were well cared for and loved while in classes. Thankfully, we lived in The fortunates think the less fortunates are all the same. But we’re not. a home in a nice neighborhood, not in a car or shack. Statistically, we should have been homeless.

One step at a time, this less fortunate family was given aid in moving up and out of a less desirable life style. Eventually we were able to buy new clothing and write a check for groceries instead of using food stamps.

January Special And I hope I never cease to appreciate being able to fill up my gas tank unlike the times I scrounged around for excess change just to get a dollar’s worth of gas.

I’m not unlike the “woman at the well.�

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Must present this ad food stamps very early in the morning or late at night or at the very least, get in a checkout line with other “poor� people. And like me, someone reached out to the “woman at the well.� That someone was Jesus. He knew her better than she knew herself, and yet, He loved her. He didn’t mind being seen with her because He knew her potential and the life He had planned for her. He told her and showed her how to do things differently.

And she did.

As I look back, peace is the only word to describe that night long ago. I wish it had lasted. But life must be lived and living life means accepting all facets of it: peace and chaos, abundance and famine, beauty and ugliness, life and death. Life in poverty actually was much simpler. I miss the simplicity. But daily I strive to reach the same goal as Paul. While in prison he said, “I know what it is to be in need, and I know Rita Alloway, what it is to have plenty. I have learned the Owner secret of being content in any and every *Stop by, enter your guess, situation, whether well fed or hungry, no purchase necessary! whether living in plenty or in want. I can One guess per visit. Enter do everything through him who gives me multiple times. Drawing held January 31! strength.â€? Philippians 4:12-13 (NIV) Entry closest to actual number WINS! “Himâ€? is Jesus. He is our gift. We need Brush Up this year only accept Him. Jesus never said, “Accept with mineral make-up! me and I will make your life perfect.â€? He ď ź Custom Blending did say however, “I will never leave you or Skincare and More forsake you.â€? And He promises to be with us ď ź Perfect for all skin types in each and every circumstance and to see us ď ź SPF 26 through it.

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Carbon Monoxide

Beginning July 1, 2009, it is the law in Colorado that most every home that it for sale or lease has a Carbon Monoxide Alarm. Specifically, “If the improvements on the property have a fuel-fired heater or appliance, a fireplace, or an attached garage and one or more rooms lawfully used for sleeping purposes (Bedroom), Seller understands that Colorado law requires that Seller assure the property has an operational carbon monoxide alarm installed within fifteen feed of the entrance to each Bedroom or in a location as required by the applicable building code, prior to offering the property for sale or lease.�

You can’t see or smell carbon monoxide, but at high levels it can kill a person in minutes. Carbon monoxide (CO) is produced whenever any fuel such as gas, oil, kerosene, wood, or charcoal is burned. If appliances that burn fuel are maintained and used

properly, the amount of CO produced is usually not hazardous.

However, if appliances are not working properly or are used incorrectly, dangerous levels of CO can result. Hundreds of people die accidentally every year from CO poisoning caused by malfunctioning or improperly used fuelburning appliances.

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Having a CO alarm is a good idea, even if you are not selling or renting your home. Keep in mind though; an alarm is not a replacement for proper use and maintenance of fuel burning appliances.

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Bits & Pieces of Carbon Valley lllley Community Heroes Awards

Carbon Valley Rotary will be hosting the annual Community Heroes Awards January 17, 2012 at 7:00 am at Bella Rosa Golf Course in Frederick to recognize some of the outstanding teachers, fire fighters and police officers in the Carbon Valley Community. Too often the work of teachers, fire fighters and police officers is not recognized or acknowledged for the extraordinary commitment to serving others that it is. We are proud of the people that we are so fortunate to have serving our community in these capacities. The public is welcome to join us in honoring those individuals that impact our lives and the lives of our children. Breakfast buffet is $8.00 per person – please RSVP no later than January 12, 2012 if you would like to attend to 303-596-7731 or info@carbonvalleyrotary. org. For more information visit the club web site at www.carbonvalleyrotary.org.

Rotary Bingo Night – February 18, 2012

Carbon Valley Rotary is excited to host our first Carbon Valley Community Bingo Night, Saturday, February 18, 2012 at the Tri-Town Senior Center in Frederick. Doors will open at 6:00 pm, and Bingo will begin at 7:00 pm. Attendance will be limited to 200 people and the $7.00 ticket price will include your first pack of Bingo Cards. Additional cards and refreshments may be purchased at the event, and CASH prizes will be given to the winners! Rotary Club members will be selling advance purchase tickets beginning January 10th. Come out and support your local Rotary Club – all proceeds of the fundraiser will go to support the local community including books for local schools, the hot lunch program at Frederick Elementary School, Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, the Carbon Valley Community Fire Safety House and the Annual Carbon Valley Rotary Easter Egg Hunt. For more information visit the club web site at www.carbonvalleyrotary.org or email info@carbonvalleyrotary.org.

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FHS Jazz Band Performing at Oskar Blues

The Frederick High School Jazz Band will be performing January 17th at 7pm at Oskar Blues in Longmont. Come out and show your support and enjoy some great music!

Coalition of Christians in Commerce

Mark your calendars NOW!!! Coalition of Christians in Commerce Meeting January 9, 2012 11:30am - 1:00pm at pinocchios 211 N. Public Road Lafayette 303-664-1234, bring cards and have a great lunch... Networking, fellowship, we will have a great educational speaker, Lloyd Pearcy an attorney for 40+ years has positive, encouraging, great news for business owners, THIS IS A DON’T WANT TO MISS LUNCHEON!!! Happy New Year, see you on the 9th!!!

Please RSVP by replying to this email or call Melissa 720-290-3626.

Can’t make the North meeting... No worries, we will be having a south meeting on January 25th 2012 11:30am - 1:00pm at Imperial Chinese, 431 S Broadway in Denver. Mark your calendars and RSVP to attend one of these great events!!! I look forward to seeing you all in January!!!

CV Medical Center Open Weekends

Carbon Valley Medical Center is now open for Urgent Care on Weekends. Patients can walk in - no appointment necessary on Saturdays from 9 - 4 and Sundays from 10 -4. Their location is just east of King Soopers in Firestone at 6600 Firestone Blvd. Their phone number is 303.833.8880 and their website is www.carbonvalleymedical.com.

Single Parent Family Programs

The Pearl Group, a faith-based organization, provides a variety of support programs for singleparent families designed with minimal to no cost, including a transportation program (Car Clinic); the programs offered by The Pearl Group were established to help single-parent families and their dependent children move toward self-sufficiency.

Please consider donating your old cars to this worthy cause during this holiday season. All donations are tax deductible. If you can help with this need, please contact Scott Owen at 970-2905991, or the Director of The Pearl Group, Tessie Gale, at 720-864-9202 or tgale@lbcc.org.

Tech Thursdays New at Daylight Donuts

Tech Thursday will be starting on January 19th at the Daylight Donut Shop in Dacono. Firestone Technical Resources will be onsite providing answers for all of the technology devices, gadgets, and software received for Christmas. Have your question selected and get a FREE donut.

Takes place January 19th at 9:00 am - 10:00 am at Daylight Donuts, Dacono. More info, call 303.833.2009.

Aims Community College offers Southwestern Pottery

Aims Community College students can learn about Southwestern pottery on-site at Mesa Verde National Park this spring. The class will practice pottery techniques from the Southwestern United States, including styles like Acoma, Zuni, Santa Clara, Hopi and more. During the last week, the class will take a field trip to Mesa Verde to explore traditional native arts of the ancestral Puebloans. “This class has a wonderful crescendo of traditional Southwestern pottery styles that culminate in a final trip to Mesa Verde,� said Associate Art Professor Sonya PauKune. “I feel lucky to take this journey to one of the most amazing sites in the history of our culture with a group of eager students.�

ART 175 Pottery of the Southwest is a studio hybrid course that meets both online and in the pottery studio in Ed Beaty Hall on the Greeley campus on Tuesdays and Thursdays from Feb. 13 through April 24. The class ends with a trip to Mesa Verde from April 26 through April 28.

Course costs in this three-credit class include a clay course fee of $30, cabin and park tour fees of $70, and personal expenses. For more information, call (970) 339-6435.

Julian Gomez Honored w/ 3rd Quarter Employee Recognition

Firestone Public Works employee Julian Gomez was recognized at the Dec. 14, 2011, Board of Trustees meeting as the employee of the third quarter. Public Works Director Theo Abkes spoke highly about Gomez’s dedication and commitment to his job, which involves helping with electrical needs for the Town. During the Firestone Fall Festival in October, Gomez proved dedicated to help with the electrical needs for the event. “Julian is a valued employee to our Public Works division, and a great addition to the Town,�

Abkes said.

Mark Pasillas honored with 4th Quarter Employee Recognition

A dedicated mechanic with the Firestone Public Works department, Mark Pasillas was recognized at the Dec. 14, 2011, Board of Trustees meeting as the employee of the fourth quarter.

Pasillas started with the Town of Firestone seven years ago, and has proven his dedication to the department as a valued employee who wears many hats. Public Works Director Theo Abkes said Pasillas leads all mechanical work on Town equipment and vehicles, including the police car eet. In 2011, he has completed more than 90 work orders for the Town to keep the organization running smoothly. “Mark is a dedicated member of our team who is committed to help in any manner,â€? Abkes said.

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Cleaning Your Computer Harddrive Speeds It Up~Here’s How, for Free

There are many services you may see on T.V. that tell you they can clean or speed up your computer for a nominal fee.

What most people are not aware of is that this service, that you would otherwise be charged for, can easily be done by yourself, at home, for FREE! One tool we here at LSI computer Services recommend is “CCleaner�. It can be accessed online from a company named Piriform. Go to Piriform.com and let’s get you started on the path to a cleaner and faster system with 10 easy-tofollow steps. We’ll wait here until you pull up Piriform’s homepage.

You’re there? Ok, good, you’d already completed step one.

Step two. - Click the large “Download� button that should already be displayed near the top of the homepage.

Step three. - You now have the option to download from Piriform or FileHippo, we usually recommend downloading it from Piriform.

Step four. - Assuming you made Piriform your choice, you may now have to click on an information bar at the top of your browser, after doing so, choose the “download file� option. A small window should now display itself with options to “Run�, “Save� or “Cancel�. The “Save� option will enable you to store it on your desktop for easy access to the program in the future.

Assuming you would like to save it on your desktop, as we often do, simply click on the “Save� button. A small “Save as� window will appear, on the left of this window is a list where “desktop� will be displayed under the yellow “favorites� star. Click once on “desktop� and click the “Save� button at the bottom right of the window. The program will download.

Step 5. - Click on the “Run� button which now presents itself and again on the window which will appear afterward.

Step 6. - Select your preferred language and click “Ok�.

Step 7. - Click “Next�, read and agree to the terms.

Step 8. - Installation options are now available, you can leave all boxes checked, they won’t do any harm, click “Next�.

Step 9. - A small window will appear asking if you would like to have Google Chrome or a Google toolbar attached to your download. If you do not, be sure to uncheck those boxes before continuing. Click the “Install� button.

Step 10. - Click “Finish� in the new window. Leaving these boxes checked is okay.

The program displays itself along with another window titled “Release Notes�, for the purpose of this article we will ignore these notes and we will lead you through using the program.

The program icon is now sitting on your desktop waiting to be utilized. It’s easy to find the big red “C� with a brush in the center of it. We’ll wait here until you find it.

Found it? Great! Let’s get started.

Double-click on it. Observe the many checked boxes there are on the left of the window. Those are the areas of your computer this program will scan through and clean up. To the left of this list you will find a highlighted brush which indicates the tool you will be using.

At the bottom right of this window is a “Run Cleaner� button, click on it and then click on “OK� in the window that will appear. A list will be comprised of the areas the program searched through for any issues, all those temporary files and cookies accumulated during your internet browsing fun which stick themselves to your system, slowing it down as more and more attach themselves to your system. Some cookies contain your login information and other website data that you may want to keep. Just letting you know that you may have to re-enter some of your favorite web site logins.

Once the green progress bar, at the top of the program’s window, reaches 100% look to the left of the window where the high-lighted brush is and click the “Registry� icon just below it.

At the bottom left of this window is a “Scan for Issues� button, click on it. Watch as all those cookies and temporary files culprits are revealed.

As the green progress bar at the top, again, reaches 100%, click the “Fix selected Issues� button on the bottom right of the window, a small window will appear, (Now, you may want to click “yes� here, just to back everything up and be safe. After you run this program and reboot and everything works as normal then next time you can choose “no�) and watch all those little pests disappear! Close the small window and click the “Scan for Issues� button again to repeat the process until “No Issues are Found�.

Running CCleaner periodically throughout the week, at the end of each browsing session or after uninstalling a program, especially in conjunction with a reputable antivirus program, such as ‘Norton Internet Security 2012’, is an excellent way of keeping your system running fresh, clean and safe from internet threats.

A bit of a read, perhaps, but certainly worth what it will save you as far as money in the long run. Hope this was helpful.

Be sure to check out our website at LSIcs.com, it’s currently a work in progress but we plan to have a section featuring more helpful tidbits and will archive the ones we provide here in our articles with CVCR. They offer networking, support, new product sales, and more. For more information call 303.833.5009.

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2012 Elections:

I recently went to the store and one of the items on my list was bananas. Since all of the bananas in that big pile looked about the same, I picked up a bunch that was about the right size and put it in my cart. When I got home, I discovered that several of them were bruised or rotten. Although I didn’t see anything wrong with them when I quickly picked them up, when the peeling was removed, spoiled fruit was exposed. I hadn’t taken the time to look them over closely. There’s just nothing as good as sweet fruit or as bad as rotten fruit Isn’t that the way it is with politicians? Some of them are to our liking and some are quite the opposite. When given a cursory look, most of them look pretty good to us on the surface. But when we take the time and effort to look into what they’ve done in the past, how they’ve voted, their business dealings, who they are pals with, and what their priorities are, we find that we either hold them in high esteem or that there’s a side of them that’s not so attractive to us. But making this assessment of a candidate takes time, effort, and study.

And so, welcome to 2012, a major election year. Are you all geared up for political messages to bombard you on TV and the internet? You might as well be ready because, like death and taxes, they’re certain. In Colorado, you will be eligible to register to vote if you: • Will be 18 years of age or older at the time of the next election • Are a United States citizen • Are a Colorado resident and have lived in your current precinct for at least 30 days before the election • Are not serving a sentence (including parole) for a felony conviction Based on the effort spent trying to garner your vote, it’s evidently very valuable to candidates and interest groups. So, what’s its value to you? As an American citizen, I hope you recognize and appreciate the sacrifices made by so many to ensure you have the right to vote. As is so often said, don’t thank a politician that you have the right to vote; thank a veteran! But are you registered to vote and do you intend to spend the upcoming months working to be an informed voter? I’ve been asked to write a series of articles this year on this subject and I’ll do my best to keep partisanship and my biases out of my writings. My goal will not be to persuade you to vote one way or another or for a particular candidate or political party. But I will suggest topics you can research and questions that I hope will help you apply your personal world view to the issues facing your community, our State, and our Nation. If you’re not registered to vote, I encourage you to go your County Clerk’s web site or the Colorado Secretary of State’s web site and get the process started.

Did you know that municipal elections will be held on April 3rd this year? If you are interested in running for elected office in your town or city, you’ll need to check with your Town Clerk to find out what’s required to get your name on the ballot. You’ll need to file with your Clerk and collect signatures from registered electors who live in your town. It’s not particularly difficult to become a candidate, but there are deadlines that must be met and each city/town has their own. It’s my hope that there will be multiple candidates for each position throughout our SW Weld County communities so voters will have real choices to make this year. I think the best elections are the ones that give voters choices.

Keith Kettler is a retired Army Officer, with extensive command and staff experience. He has worked in senior positions in the corporate world and is a retired owner of a medium-sized business. He has lived in Frederick since 1998.

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Chad Auer Running forRe-election I wanted to officially let you know that I intend to run for reelection as Mayor of Firestone and I will not be running for a seat in the Colorado State Legislature in 2012.

Serving as the Mayor of Firestone has been a tremendous honor. Since 2008, I have been blessed to work with a great team of Trustees, Commissioners and staff members to build one of Colorado’s most exciting communities.

Firestone is adding jobs to the local economy, keeping tax rates low, winning national recognition for fiscal responsibility and we have created one of the most transparent and efficient development processes in America.

Firestone is home to some of the states most innovative and dedicated public schools and we are implementing an aggressive economic development plan that promises to make Firestone one of the most dynamic communities in the Rocky Mountain region.

Perhaps most importantly, we have reestablished Firestone as a positive member of the regional community. We are working collaboratively with our neighbors and we are thoughtfully contributing to policy conversations that will have an impact on our region and state for generations to come. I am excited to continue serving on a variety of task forces and committees including the Denver Metro Mayors Caucus.

I am also excited to continue my work with the Colorado Department of Education where I am partnering with schools and districts across the state as they implement promising reform initiatives.

Throughout my service as Mayor, I have been inspired by a quote from President Reagan - “America is too big for small dreams.” If elected to serve a final term as Mayor, I plan to make sure Firestone is a place where people can turn big dreams into reality.

Thank you for your support and friendship - lets make 2012 an amazing year!

-Chad

Vol. 12, Issue 1

Area Mayor’s Report

MEAD

WOW, here we are in a brand new year with all the opportunities it will bring with it. Before we forget 2011 I wanted to mention the Christmas celebration that was held in early December. Thank you to all who participated in cooking chili and soup for this celebration and to those that were judged as the winners .

As usual the chili dinner was free to all who chose to participate and we fed at least 229 Mead residents (not including some who came back for seconds). The parade, tree lighting, the blinkies, the bon fire and of course Santa were all once again fabulous and in the spirit of the season. z This new year will be the one for elections. The first election will be in April for the Board of Trustees of Mead. There will be four seats open this time and if you happen to think you want to participate in the formation and the future of the Town, please pick up a petition from Town Hall and review the dates for having it back to the staff as well as any reporting requirements. The second election will be for the Presidency of the United States in November. While the presidential election would appear to be more important , and I am not trying to minimize it, a formerly famous leader of our country once stated that all politics are local, namely, it is what is happening in your local town that will affect you directly on a day to day basis. z Local time and effort contributions are important in our community and I need to recognize those that have stepped up to be reappointed to some of the Town advisory committees. For the Planning Commission we have reappointed Debi Bancroft and Carmelita Thorndike. For the Open Space Committee we have reappointed Linda Trahern and Jim Sarvadi and on the Downtown Revitalization Committee we have reappointed John Heard. Thank you for your contribution to the Town of Mead. By the way, if you have the time and the spirit, there are still openings on the Open Space and Downtown Revitalization Committees. z Yes, we will be doing some construction again in Town this year. This time we will be working on Main Street and connecting to the drainage we put on Third Street last year as well as paving the road to its full width and adding curb and gutter. This should truly spruce up our area for future retail development as well as installing the infrastructure to prevent any flash flooding of homes and businesses. Disruptions should be minimal. z By the way, if you are involved in the oil or gas extraction industry, or in a line of businesses that supports it, would you please let Town Hall know. This has a direct effect of the revenue stream that the Town receives from the Department of Local Affairs and is derived from energy mineral extraction statewide. For every name we can add to the list the Town will receive , in round numbers, $1,117. This revenue will assist greatly in providing services to you. z If you have any ideas for improvement within the Town, have a concern, or just need a clarification on something, please either come to one of our semi-monthly Trustee meetings, leave a note with our wonderful staff or just give me call. I am in the telephone book. Winter is not over, so please drive safely , particularly when the roads may be slick and as always, keep our troops in your prayers, no matter where they may be stationed. z

RICHARD MACOMBER, MAYOR OF MEAD DACONO z Happy 2012! The City of Dacono enjoyed a wonderful year in 2011, the City Council and I are wishing you all the best in 2012. We are very excited to announce our new project for this year, we have started the conversation of building a Carbon Valley Veteran’s Memorial Park at Legacy Trail in Dacono! The Memorial will be located at the trailhead at Colorado Boulevard and Highway 52. We have already received support from our neighboring communities and area non-profits. The work on this project is just starting, please stay tuned for further information so you can participate in this exciting memorial.

The Dacono City Council honored four outstanding students from Quest Academy with our z December Pride of Dacono Awards: Makayla Windholz – Fifth Grade Cristian Misola – Sixth Grade Mackenzie Westwood – Seventh Grade Clint Allen – Eighth Grade Twice each year the City Council celebrates the success and hard work of students at Quest Academy. z z On December 7th, the Dacono City Council judged our 2011 Holiday Lighting Contest, the winners included: Best Animation – The Patrick Family – 325 Stonehaven Circle Clark W. Griswold Award – The Ostrander Family – 1104 Glendale Court Most Traditional Holiday Display – Seanna Bressler and Nathan Sewolt at 355 Sundance Circle and the Christina Smith Family at 402 Sundance Circle z As we prepare for 2012, we always welcome citizen participation, our regular City Council meetings take place the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month beginning at 6:00 p.m. I regret to announce our City Administrator, Bill Efting will be leaving us on January 9th to assume the role as Town Manager in Frisco, Colorado. We thank Bill for his dedication and service in Dacono and wish him the best of luck in Frisco!

CHARLES SIGMAN, MAYOR OF DACONO FIRESTONE z 2011 was a great year for Firestone. We maintained a balanced budget, kept our tax rates the lowest in the region and our sales tax revenues were up roughly 8%. We completed a number of important capital improvement projects (trails, roads and parks) and had record turnouts for our numerous community events. We saw a number of new businesses open in town, we worked with land owners to annex a number of properties into Firestone and we implemented phase 1 of an aggressive economic development plan. We continue to work collaboratively in the region and we are looking forward to a strong 2012. z Firestones 2012 budget will once again be something our residents can be proud of - it is balanced, conservative and fully aligned with our vision for a thriving Firestone. I want to thank staff and board members for their efforts and fiscal responsibility again this year. z We continue to work with land owners and developers at the intersection of I-25 and Firestone Blvd on a number of new projects. I am optimistic that we will see a number of exciting developments in 2012. z As you know, Firestone has been at the forefront of the water issue in Colorado. The vast majority of Coloradans understand the need to secure water for current and future citizens in an efficient and environmentally conscious fashion. 2012 will again be an important year in the ongoing effort to provide water for Colorado’s future and we plan to lead the charge with vision and candor. z Oil and gas reclamation has been, and will continue to be, an important part of Northern Colorado’s vitality and our nations effort to become energy independent. In addition, Firestone (like many communities) benefits from safe, sensible oil and gas production through increased tax revenues, royalties and job creation.

Typical of these types of issues, there is a lot of misinformation being pumped into the conversation. As oil and gas activity continues, Firestone will continue to work with the Colorado Oil & Gas Commission, reclamation interests and geological experts to ensure safe and responsible best practices. I encourage interested citizens to visit the town website for balanced and accurate information www.ci.firestone.co.us z Mayors Award: Do you know someone who is going above and beyond to be a great neighbor and citizen? Nominate them for a Mayors Award by emailing me cauer@ci.firestone.co.us z Coffee Talk? Do you have questions, comments, advice etc.for the Mayor? Email me at cauer@ ci.firestone.co.us and I will set up a time for us to visit over coffee. z Happy New Year!

CHAD AUER, MAYOR OF FIRESTONE

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Daphne’s Simplicity Salon Ribbon Cutting

Photo by Steve Cloyed, Carbon Valley Chamber Member.

Located at 225 Oak Street, Frederick, Daphne’s Simplicity Salon celebrated with an open house and ribbon cutting.

Simplicity Salon offers hairstyles, color, highlights/low lights, facial wax, and Kenna products for retail. Performs a detailed facial consultation teaching you a lot about your balance starting with your face. (303) 910-6492 or www.simplicitysalon.com www.grandpaspawn.com

Student Art Show, K-12, Sponsors Alert!

The Town of Frederick along with the Carbon Valley Rotary and local merchants are again sponsoring a student art show at Bella Rosa Golf Clubhouse from February 6 through February 20. The art teachers from the St Vrain Schools in our area select students from K-12 to enter this public art show. The show is juried, and during the awards event on Feb 9th, winners from each grade are awarded prizes contributed by local merchants and the Rotary. The show is open to the public and all are encouraged to visit Bella Rosa to view the work of our budding artists.

If any local merchants would like to be included as sponsors, please contact one of the Town Arts Commission members: Dianne Green 720-378-6420 Pat Houston 303-682-1807 Connie Griffith 720-378-6484

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Christmas Tree Disposal

Need to dispose of your Christmas tree? Feel free to drop it off in the open field north of the Public Works facility at 5949 Tipple Parkway (back in the graveled area behind all of the equipment). You’ll see a few trees that have already been dropped off marking the spot. Frederick will accept them until January 15, 2012.

Free Tax Service Available at Aims Community College Fort Lupton

Taxpayers who earn less than $49,000 can get help preparing and e-filing their taxes for free at Aims Community College through Tax Help 6160 Firestone Blvd Colorado, a program funded by a grant from the FirestPOF t Denver-based Piton Foundation, operating at 15 colleges statewide.

Aims has helped more than 2,000 Weld County tax payers claim more than $3 million in federal and state refunds in the past three years through the program. Students from Aims and the University of Northern Colorado, as well as community volunteers, will be helping with tax preparation this year. “Tax Help Colorado has been a tremendous success and is an extremely rewarding experience,� said Aims Accounting Instructor Gina Jones. “Our volunteer tax preparers and quality reviewers are well-trained individuals who are dedicated to superior customer service and producing a quality product. This is also a tremendous benefit to our local businesses as the refund dollars are spent in our communities. I am looking forward to another successful year.�

Interested parties should bring the following documents: • All W-2, 1099 and other income-related documents • Proof of mortgage interest, property taxes, daycare payments, college education expenses, charitable contributions and all other tax-deductible expenses • Social Security cards for all family members • A copy of last year’s tax return, if available • Bank account number and routing number to direct deposit refunds (direct deposit refunds will be received in 7 to 10 days) Tax Help Colorado will be operating at Aims Community College on the following dates: • Greeley campus • Mondays, Feb. 6 through Feb. 27, 4 to 7 p.m. • Fridays, Feb. 3 through April 13, 1 to 7 p.m. (except for March 9 and 16) • Fort Lupton campus • Saturday Feb. 11 and Saturday Feb. 25, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information, call the Colorado Information Line at 211 or visit www.piton.org/ TaxHelpColorado.

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Urgent Care on Weekends in Carbon Valley

Carbon Valley Medical Center, in Firestone, has recently added Weened Urgent Care to their extensive list of services to the Carbon Valley. Dr. Spencer King, one of the weekend doctors, explained that the facility is a convenient location for those who need medical attention (non-life threatening) over the weekend or for those whose primary physician can’t get them in soon enough. The medical center offers family practice, pediatrics and now urgent care. Their weekend staff includes a radiology tech and equipment.

They are prepared to take care of most medical needs. With radiology, they can care for someone with a potential broken bone; they can x-ray, set and decide further care. If you are unsure what type of care is actually needed, CVMC can help you make that determination also. Carbon Valley Medical Center is part of the Longmont Clinic in Longmont and is privately and physician owned. This type of facility allows the doctors to make the decisions based on what is best for the patient, not the almighty dollar.

CVMC is located just east of King Soopers at 6600 Firestone Boulevard in Firestone. To make an appointment during regular business hours or for more information call 303.833.8880 or visit www.carbonvalleymedical.com. Urgent Care hours are Saturdays 9a to 4p and Sundays 10a to 4p.

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Discount Tire and Service recently opened at 7133 Weld County Rd 13 in Frederick. They are next to the new Santiago’s. Their number is 303. 833.3383. They offer full service tire and repair.

Auditions at Fusion Dance & Theatre

Spring Theatre Auditions: “A Boy Named Charlie Brown� Saturday, January 7th at 9:00am.

There will be a short parent meeting and auditions will start immediately after. Come prepared with a song and monologue, poem or nursery rhyme (preferably memorized but not required.)

Audition is open to children ages 5 years - 16 years of age.

For more information contact Fusion Dance and Theatre Company 720-842-7573 or email: fusiondanceandtheatre@gmail.com or www.fusiondanceandtheatrecompany.com.

Green Pear Welcomes Nail Tech/Stylist Concha Atuirre

Long-time, local resident, Concha Atuirre recently joined the staff at the Green Pear Salon in Frederick at 142 6th Street, Unit 6. Concha has worked in the Carbon Valley in the past but over the last six years has taught at Longs Peak Academy, a beauty school for cosmetology.

While Concha has been providing manicures, pedicures and acrylic and gel nail services for over fifteen years, she also attended school and has been a practicing stylist for ten years. Her skills are well-rounded and she enjoys every aspect of hair and nails. Concha prices are affordable and competitive but for the month of January she is offering a Manicure/Pedicure Combo special for $40. Artificial nail sets start at $30. To make an appointment, call Concha at 303.887.2727 or 303.833.4586. She is available Tuesday through Saturday from 9am to 6pm.

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Saturday, January 21st @ 5:30-8:30pm, join us for Adoptive Families and beyond!! We meet at Frederick Recreation Center at 701 5th Street in Frederick. Contact Stacey Jones 720-4949556 for questions, or email sngjoneshm@aol.com. Please RSVP ASAP so we can get a head count for our group. You do not need to attend dinner, 5:30-6:30, you can always attend for 2 hours of training. Certificates for training available upon request. Dinner is available for $3 per/person and Childcare is available for $4 per/child. Financial consideration is given to those with need. Please don’t hesitate to ask and don’t let money stop you from joining us.

Upcoming dates of meetings for 2012!! This will be the best year yet! January 21st, February 25th, March 17th, April 21st, May 19th‌all meetings will be from 5:30-8:30.

Single Parent Family Programs

The Pearl Group, a faith-based organization, provides a variety of support programs for singleparent families designed with minimal to no cost, including a transportation program (Car Clinic); the programs offered by The Pearl Group were established to help single-parent families and their dependent children move toward self-sufficiency.

Please consider donating your old cars to this worthy cause during this holiday season. All donations are tax deductible. If you can help with this need, please contact Scott Owen at 970-2905991, or the Director of The Pearl Group, Tessie Gale, at 720-864-9202 or tgale@lbcc.org.

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Firestone Approves Geokinetics Inc. License Agreement for Non-Destructive Seismic Testing

Vol. 12, Issue 1

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The Firestone Board of Trustees approved a revocable license agreement at the Dec. 14, 2011, meeting that will allow Geokinetics Inc. to conduct non-destructive seismic testing to determine the location of subsurface mineral deposits on Town of Firestone property.

Town of Firestone Engineer David Lindsay said, “The testing is being performed to accurately determine the location and magnitude of petroleum deposits.” The testing will be performed using a vehicle mounted vibrating plate, as shown in the photo, that will apply a non-destructive vibration to the surface of the premises with data collected by a network of sensors.

Geokinetics will be responsible for and must post a bond against any potential damage caused by the operation. The company paid the entire Town’s cost to develop and process the license agreement, and will also pay the Town almost $10,000 for the use of the public property, as marked in blue on the attached map.

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Yes, that’s right. Without a plan, you plan to fail. I recently spoke to a group or professionals and asked how many knew what a healthy marketing budget is for a business today. Out of a group of 35, no one knew. Successful businesses devote 10-20% of their budget to marketing to invest in their future!

I’m going to give you a list of things you can be doing to grow your business. Draw a line through the ones you’re doing: Business cards, website, professional name tag, facebook, LinkedIn, direct mail, radio, TV, car wrap/decal, promotional products, networking, QR codes, blogging, coupons, newspaper, magazine, Chamber of Commerce, Google+, Twitter, non-profit/community giving, events (booths/parades/trade events), YouTube channel and videos, SendOutCards, continued training (books, conferences), email data base/email blasts, signs, gifts for clients, collateral (brochures, print-outs), business head shot.

Question: For the items you crossed out – how well are you doing them? For the things you didn’t cross out, is there a reason that it doesn’t make sense for you to do them? How would you market your business if you had an unlimited budget? No policy IS a policy. (We don’t do social marketing.) Why? There are marketing budget plans templates online. Combine the things you’re already doing for ultimate effectiveness. For instance, if you’re blogging, feed your blog to your facebook which feeds to your Twitter. Work smart, not hard. Tip: Focus on your digital presence in 2012!

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‘Courageous’ DVD Launches Retail Sales 1/17 More than Two Hours of Features on CBA Exclusive Collector’s Edition

By Dan Wooding, Founder of ASSIST Ministries at www.assistnews.net.

NASHVILLE TN (ANS) -- Courageous, the movie which this fall packed theaters and touched lives across the United States, launches retail sales nationwide with a Jan. 17, 2012, DVD release.

An Exclusive Collector’s Edition DVD includes more than two hours of bonus features and is available only at CBA: The Association for Christian Retail stores.

“Courageous is that rare movie combining an entertaining, engaging story with a vital, inspiring message,” said Michael Catt, executive producer of the film and Sherwood Baptist Church senior pastor. “You’ll be on the edge of your seat watching Courageous, then rise up when it’s over, resolving to make a difference in your life and the lives of those you care about.”

According to a news release from Lovell/ Fairchild Communications (www.lovell-fairchild.com), Courageous, in its theatrical premiere, opened at No. 4, landing in the box office top 10 for four weeks. And in addition to that full 129-minute film, the extensive offering of bonus features on the Courageous Collector’s Edition DVD includes: * The Making of Courageous * Outrageous: Outtakes & Bloopers * Deleted Scenes * Casting Crowns “Courageous” Music Video * Commentary by the Kendrick Brothers * Heart of Courageous * The Story of My Father * Courageous in 60 Seconds * A Church of Prayer. * The Importance of Fathers * Role of a Lifetime: Rev. Daniel Simmons * Mark Willard: Ministering Through Music * Erin Bethea: Serving Behind the Scenes * Sherwood Pictures Retrospective * Sherwood Volunteers * Ministry and Resource Videos to Guide Your Next Steps * Plus even more special features online through a link on the DVD Courageous is also available on Blu-ray in a combo pack with the Exclusive Collector’s Edition DVD at CBA retailers.

A Sherwood Pictures production, the Courageous DVD is distributed by Provident Distribution.

Courageous tells the story of four men, one calling: To serve and protect. As law enforcement officers, they are confident and focused, standing up to the worst the streets have to offer. Yet at the end of the day, they face a challenge that none of them are truly prepared to tackle: fatherhood.

When tragedy strikes home, these men are left wrestling with their hopes, fears, faith and fathering.

Can a newfound urgency help these dads draw closer to God and to their children? Protecting the streets is second nature. Raising their children in a God-honoring way? That’s Courageous.

About Courageous and Sherwood Pictures: Courageous is the fourth film from Sherwood Pictures, a ministry of Sherwood Baptist Church and part of the congregation’s vision to “change the world from Albany, Ga.” Three of Sherwood’s first four films-Courageous, Fireproof and Facing The Giants-opened in the box office top 10. Brothers-and Sherwood pastors-Alex and Stephen Kendrick co-wrote Courageous, with Alex directing and acting and Stephen producing. Sherwood Baptist Senior Pastor Michael Catt and Executive Pastor Jim McBride and Terry Hemmings, president and CEO of Provident Music Group, are executive producers.

About Provident Films: Provident Films, a division of Provident Music Group, develops, produces and markets faith-based films. Nashville-based Provident Music Group, a division of Sony Music Entertainment, has been one of the world’s leading Christian entertainment companies for more than three decades. www.ProvidentFilms.org.

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While working on my Boy Scout Citizen in the Community Merit Badge, I met with Firestone Mayor Chad Auer. I was required to speak with an elected official about an important issue that community citizens are concerned about. Mr. Auer and I talked about water, stewardship, the use and waste of water, water storage, and the future needs for Firestone and Tri-town residents.

During the interview I expected to learn about current water usage, what I could do as a citizen to help, and how I could inform others. For some people the subject of “water� is boring but when you understand the importance of it you can appreciate learning and doing more. I also found that the subject or water is much, much bigger than I imagined.

Colorado is the 7th driest state in the U.S. and one of two states that has a major river source running out of it.

Though we have enough water right now, we need to plan for our future water consumption. We have to think about the possibility of drought and population increases. The town of Firestone had 10,147 people in 2010. That number rose 432% from 10 years earlier. (2010 Census) Several years ago, the town of Firestone adopted a Water Conservation Plan, a Raw Water Master Plan and a more strict water conservation rate structure. Firestone is one of 15 communities and water districts participating in the NISP project.

NISP (Northern Integrated Supply Project) is a water project coordinated by the Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District. The goal of NISP is to supply water providers with approximately 40,000 acre-feet of new water. NISP will store excess water that currently leaves the state. This will occur during periods of high water flow, like when there is above average snowmelt or during large periods of rainy weather.

The water will be stored in the Glade Reservoir which will be northwest of Fort Collins, and the Galeton Reservoir which will be east of Ault and northeast of Greeley. The Glade could store 170,000 acre-feet of water and the Galeton would be able to hold 40,000 more. The water to fill Glade Reservoir would be diverted from the Poudre River and the Galeton water would be diverted from the South Platte River downstream from Greeley.

Initially, NISP plans to serve about 200,000 Northern Colorado residents with water, with 400,000 customers by 2050. There have been

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The Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District is announcing the Grand Opening for the Business & Education Center, located at 8426 Kosmerl Place, Frederick, CO 80516 just north of Fire Station 2, where the AirLife Denver Helicopter is stationed. The existing building was in foreclosure since 2008 and was purchased in 2011 using capital replacement reserve funds as a location for the District’s training, public outreach, and administrative center as well as development as the location for the Carbon Valley Emergency Operations Center (EOC).

Several community enhancements will be gained through the acquisition of this facility including: • Classroom space for community outreach programs like CPR, emergency preparedness training, fire prevention and public education classes such as the After the Fire program. • Classroom space will now be available at every Fire Station in order to advance the training and education of our Reserves and Career members more efficiently. • Meeting space for local and regional government groups and Town Hall type meetings.

Please join us on Thursday January 26, 2012 at 5:00 pm for our Grand Opening Ceremony and Open House and to kick off our Community Preparedness Outreach programs.

The Carbon Valley Emergency Planning Committee and the Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District will be hosting Community Preparedness classes on the 4th Thursday of each month in 2012. The classes will be taught at the Business & Education Center.

January 26, 2012 Are You Ready?

The “Are You Ready?â€? class is an in-depth workshop for citizen preparedness. This has been designed to help the residents to learn how to protect themselves and their families against all types of hazards. The focus of the content is on how to develop, practice, and maintain emergency plans that reect what must be done before, during, and after a disaster to protect people and their property. Also included is information on how to assemble a disaster supplies kit that contains the food, water, and other supplies in sufficient quantity for individuals and their families to survive.

We will also discuss how to prepare residents with special needs, access and functional needs.

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A final decision for the NISP project is expected in 2012.

As citizens there are many ways that we can help our community prevent a water shortage. Examples are: don’t use your sink disposal for things you can throw in the trash, use water-efficient toilets, faucets, and showerheads, water plants in the morning and evening, and shorten the time for your showers.

On the Firestone website you can click on “Departments,� then “water,� and then “conservation,� to find water conservation tips for inside your house and for your lawn, along with suggestions for high efficiency repairs and replacements of appliances and fixtures.

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March 22, 2012 Community Awareness Program The Community Awareness Program™ (CAP) empowers citizens to help play a role in enhancing our community’s safety. Developed by The Counterterrorism Education Learning Lab (The CELL) and the Colorado Information Analysis Center (CIAC), the CAP is an interactive curriculum, taught by Colorado public safety professionals, that provides citizens with the basic tools needed to recognize and help prevent terrorist and criminal activity in their hometowns. This class is 3 hours in length. http://www.thecell.org/citizen-action.

All classes will begin at 6:00 pm and will last from 2-3 hours depending on the topic and are FREE. Come out and join us and learn how to be better prepared. Please register early in advance to ensure adequate participation for each class by contacting the District’s Training Division at 303-833-2742 or jklug@fffd.us if you would like to attend.

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Snowmobile Safety Week Jan. 16-22 One out of every 10 American households own a recreational vehicle of some type, only 50 percent of those vehicles are insured leaving their owners on the receiving end of a major lawsuit should tragedy strike on the mountain. As Iowa’s 28,400 registered snowmobile users head out to the snow-covered trails this winter, Allstate Insurance Company (NYSE: ALL) encourages them to .VTU CSJOH JO UIJT BE UP SFDFJWF TQFDJBMT t MJNJUFE UP consider these important JO TUPSF TUPDL t 0òFS WBMJE VOUJM insurance and safety tips. “Most of us wouldn’t even consider driving a car without insurance protection, yet 50 percent don’t consider the importance of similar protection for their snowmobile,â€? says Tom Mueller, Allstate agent. “When you consider that many of today’s sleds can easily exceed speeds of 100 MPH and cost thousands, if not tens of thousands of dollars, this fact is very alarming. Snowmobile users are creating a dangerous situation that can quickly get very expensive.â€?

Reducing the Risk The number one way to reduce risk is to avoid an accident to begin with. Allstate recommends snowmobile users follow the following safe snowmobiling rules: • Don’t Drink and Ride: The International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association (ISMA) estimates more than 50 percent of snowmobile-related fatalities involve intoxicated operators. • Use a Satellite GPS Messenger: Many trails are in areas without cell phone coverage, and snowmobilers should consider purchasing a satellite GPS messenger device that allows a user to contact emergency responders and friends with their location. These devices sell for around $100 at many large retailers. • Use Marked Trails: Be familiar with the terrain, and avoid frozen waterways because it is nearly impossible to judge the thickness of the ice. • According to the ISMA, the average snowmobiler in North

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Before You Hit the Backcountry, You Should Know . . . • An average of 110 people die each year while riding snowmobiles* • Another 13,400 emergency room-treated injuries occur as a result of snowmobiles* • 50 percent of snowmobilers don’t carry insurance *SOURCE: Consumer Product Safety Commission

riding in bad weather. • Take a Snowmobile Safety Course: Many local organizations, such as departments of natural resources, offer safety courses from which even the most experienced riders can benefit. • In fact, snowmobilers may be able to save money on insurance if they complete an accredited course.

Occasionally problems occur, and snowmobilers should be prepared for all possibilities. “Take along a spare belt, spark plugs and tools to do basic repairs. You also should carry emergency supplies, such as a basic first aid and overnight survival provisions such as food, matches, ashlight and extra batteries, and shelter building materials,â€? recommends Mueller. “Most importantly, always use common sense and keep a clear head. Learn all you can about responsible snowmobiling and keep safety as your top priority.â€?

No matter how safe snowmobilers are on the trails, there are always unexpected hazards and unavoidable circumstances. Snowmobilers should carry adequate insurance coverage that includes physical damages, liability and medical payments.

What Does Snowmobile Insurance Cover: • Physical Damage Coverage – Snowmobiles can be insured for off-road hazards that could cause direct physical loss or damage, such as loss from theft, fire, collision, and vandalism. • Liability Coverage – Provides coverage for policyholder or any household members if they are legally responsible for accidentally injuring or killing someone or damaging another person’s property. • Medical Payments Coverage – If the policyholder, passengers or household members are in a covered accident in a snowmobile, medical expenses may be covered.

Additional Facts from the International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association: • The average snowmobiler is 43 years old. • Approximately 1.65 million snowmobiles are registered in the United States. • Approximately 88 percent of all active snowmobilers are male. • Approximately 80 percent of snowmobilers use their vehicle for leisure riding, while 20 percent use their vehicle for work, ice fishing or transportation.

The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) is the nation’s largest publicly held personal lines insurer. Widely known through the “You’re In Good Hands With AllstateŽ� slogan, Allstate is reinventing protection and retirement to help more than 17 million households insure what they have today and better prepare for tomorrow. Consumers can access Allstate insurance products (auto, home, life and retirement) and services through Erika Lousberg, Your Carbon Valley neighbor at, Lousberg Insurance Agency, 303-442-4902 or Erikalousberg@allstate.com.

Bits & Pieces from pg. 8 GriefShare Workshop & Support Group

Mondays, 7:00-8:30 p.m. at RMCC Chapel Niwot Campus. This Christian-based workshop and support group is for people who are grieving the death of someone close to them. The class, which runs as a 13-week session, will repeat itself for year-round support. Although the session is free, a $16 workbook is suggested. To register, contact Jan at 303.652.6834 or jstrobel@rmcc.org. Join the group anytime and find hope and encouragement.

Dinner is Served TWICE

The Helping Hand Food Pantry is now open the first AND third Thursday of every month to distribute food boxes and serve dinner to our community. A free dinner is served from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and food boxes can be picked up between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. We are located inside Life Fellowship Church at 451 Oak St. in downtown Frederick. Please call Stephanie @ 303-709-5218 with any questions.

Half Price Day at Your Little Ones Locker

Half Price Day on most items once a month. typically it’s the last Saturday of the month (barring any major holidays). All consignors get to shop the ½ price deals before the public. Come to Your Little Ones Locker at 204 8th Street in Dacono. You can call 720-545-2806 or visit www.yourlittleoneslocker.com.

FHS Booster Bingo Night

Support Frederick High School Booster Club by attending bingo held every Saturday night at 7:00 pm. Have fun playing bingo and help the Frederick High School Booster Club earn money.

Bingo is a fun activity for the whole family for as little as $4 per person. We have a great special - the Warrior Special includes 36 games on the e-max computer, 3 paper packs, or 18 sets of bingo games, and 30 double action games. This is a $56 value for $40. In addition, each week we pay out a total of $1700! The Longmont Bingo Alley is located in Longmont on Main and 17th Ave behind the Wendy’s. Please join us for a great time and help support our local kids and check out our site at www.fhsbooster.com.

Tri-Town Toasters Club

Meetings are Monday evenings at 6:30 - 8:00 pm at 10550 Jake Jabs Blvd, in Firestone. The Tri-Town Toasters are a diverse group of people who meet weekly in the Carbon Valley area with a common purpose of developing confident and competent public speaking skills in a safe friendly environment. Toastmasters meet in a club setting where all members participate and lead the meetings.

There are no instructors or grading; member participation and meeting quality are critiqued by fellow members in a positive yet always room for improvement style. Toastmasters constantly hone their leadership skills by organizing and leading in each of many important roles within a toastmaster meeting. Guests are always welcome to come check it out and can anticipate an enjoyable experience with encouragement, yet without pressure to participate. For more information contact club president, Julia K. Davis Dtm, District 26 Toastmasters at dg1011@d26leaders.org or 303.775.1106.

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Local Non-Profits, Clubs & Organizations

Featured Organization Colorado…CAN YOU SAY CRANIOSYNOSTOSIS?

Send your contact info to carbonvalley@gmail.com This is a free listing.

Please put “organization” in the subject line. Thank you to Linda Allour of Dacono Daylight Donuts for suggesting the CVCR add this information for the Carbon Valley.

Tri-Town Seniors

Hollie Kennedy 303.833.2739

Help the Homeless Winter Drive Tiffany Trujillo 303.828.8955

Frederick High School Booster Club

Frederick High School 720.443.2065 or www.fhsbooster.com

Operation Blankie Tammy Nissen 720.938.2624

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Julia K. Davis 303.775.1106 or dg1011@d26leaders.org

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Red Hatters

Lyn Evizich 303.833.2387 or www.redhatsociety.com

Acupuncture for Veteran’s & Their Families Daisy Lear daisylear@gmail.com

Longmont Christian Womens Connection longmontcwc@yahoo.com or Jane 303.682.2752

MOMS Club of Frederick, Firestone, & Dacono Kathy Weimer 303.485.8282 or tritownmomsclub.org

Tri-Town Lions Club Jeanette Boyles 303. 833.2018

Playing It Forward

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Wheels for Disabled Veterans: The Gift That Keeps on Giving

Jack Levinson recently acquired a donated electric scooter and passed it on to a 93 year old disabled WWII veteran. With volunteer help from the American Legion, the VFW, and Home Depot, they picked it up, delivered it and then built a handicap ramp in his garage with donated funds and supplies. Unfortunately, he fell a few weeks later, broke his hip and only lasted a few more weeks. His widow wanted to re-donate the electric scooter to another disabled veteran.

With the help of Ralph Bozella (American Legion National Committee & Colorado Board of Veteran Affairs), Levinson found another 93 year old WWII veteran that needed the assistance of an electric cart. The cart was delivered with the understanding that it would be re-donated when no longer needed.

Since then, Levinson received and delivered five more electric scooters & wheelchairs. See the attached photos.

Levinson then contacted Pride Mobility, the manufacturer of the electric scooters, and their GM of marketing is willing to donate 20 new electric scooters to help disabled veterans. What an amazing gift! Additionally, Firestone’s American Furniture Warehouse said they are willing to receive and store the donated equipment for Wheels for Disabled Veterans.

With perseverance, Levinson then contacted a metal ramp manufacturer to see if they could donate a metal ramp to help get the electric wheelchairs into Gil Vidaurri’s, their VFW Commander, pickup truck. The salesman Levinson spoke with offered to donate, out of his own pocket, a wheelchair rack with internal ramp that connects to the pick-up truck’s trailer hitch, see the attached photo. It has a retail value of $250 and holds 400 lbs. That salesman wants to remain anonymous.

Levinson said, “It is amazing how people want to help.

(Right) Gil Vidaurri with 2 scooters & a wheelchair

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A Local Group is Working to Raise Awareness and Provide Care Packages for Families Affected by this Birth Defect You may not have heard of Craniosynostosis but this rare birth defect effects 1 out of every 2,000 children worldwide. If left untreated these children face a possibility of brain damage, eye sight trouble and potential death from inner cranial pressure.

The Colorado-based non-profit group, Cranio Care Bears (www. craniocarebears.org) provides emotional support for families facing craniosynostosis surgery through care packages and one-on-one support.

Each care package is hand packaged with love and encouragement for families facing craniosynostosis surgery. The care package items include handmade hats, blankets, a prayer chain, toiletries, toys, socks, etc. all of which are comforting and useful before, during and after surgery.

What is Craniosynostosis? Craniosynostosis (say “kray-nee-oh-sih-nohSTOH-sus”) is a birth defect with the skull that causes a baby’s head to be oddly shaped, and resulting in the brain being restricted. A baby’s skull is made up of five thin, bony plates that are held together by fibrous material called sutures The sutures let a baby’s skull expand as the brain grows. Over time, the sutures harden and close the skull bones together.

Craniosynostosis is where these sutures fuse together prematurely.

Craniosynostosis Facts: • Craniosynostosis occurs in about 1 out of 2,000 births.

• It may cause brain damage, seizures, blindness, and developmental delays.

• The most common sign of craniosynostosis is an oddly shaped head at birth or by the time the child is a few months old. For example, the skull may become long and narrow. Or it may be very flat and broad in front or back or on the sides. The baby may have a misshapen eyes, nose or jaw.

About Cranio Care Bears Cranio Care Bears is a Colorado-based non-profit that provides emotional support for families facing craniosynostosis surgery through care packages and one-on-one support.

Interviews and photos are available upon request.

People are being great everywhere.”

Networking has proven to be a great way, thus far, in achieving the early goals of Wheels for Disabled Veterans and Levinson is asking for readers help to spread the word about the program. If you know of any veteran in need of mobility assistance or if you know of anybody who can donate equipment, time, materials, or funding, please contact Levinson.

Levinson’s group is also able to accept electric wheelchairs that do not work and get them fixed. His hope is that the program will expand beyond Colorado. Readers can contact Jack Levinson, American Legion Post 1985 & VFW Post 9741 Quartermaster, Firestone Colorado at 303666-4522 or email to jlengineering@aol.com.

(Above) Jack Levinson w/Jim Jaster in chair and Gil Vidaurri on right.

(Right) Marvin Peters (Above) Sig Poplaski

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Get & Give Help

Are you available to help with service projects for others who are unable to complete tasks themselves? Tasks like lawn care and snow shoveling or building a wheelchair ramp.

Do you need help, whether you can pay or not?

Then call Valine at 303.349.4353. Valine is putting together a resource list and a needs list for those wanting to help one another.

Firestone & Help Center Working Together

The Carbon Valley area may soon have its own help center to provide emergency assistance for people needing food, clothing and information. Town of Firestone staff is working with members of the Carbon Valley Network to draft a license agreement for use of the former town hall at 150 Buchanan Ave. to house the help center. The Carbon Valley Network is a community group of business members and individuals who exist to share information and enhance the collaboration between human services groups, faith-based organizations, the school district, municipalities, Weld County and nonprofits serving the Carbon Valley.

At the Dec. 14, 2011, Firestone Board of Trustees meeting, Carbon Valley Help Center board members addressed the Firestone board of their desire to start a help center at the former town hall location. Board members for the help center include Felicia SmithGraybeal, president; Drew Depler, vice president, Sharon Pendlebury, secretary; George Heath, treasurer; Fred Skates and Edwina Salazar.

The former town hall has been unused since 1997. The building will need improvements, which will be done through community work days organized by the Carbon Valley Network. Initially, the group plans to have the help center open two days a week, and will be staffed by volunteers.

Town staff will now draft a license agreement with the Carbon Valley Network that will be approved by the Firestone Board of Trustees in early 2012. Finalizing the agreement will take place once the Carbon Valley Network has achieved their non-profit status, which was filed with the IRS in November.

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It’s all about Travel in 2012

With the ringing in of the �Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the New Year, 2012 is looking to be Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, a very exciting neither shadow of turning.� James 1:17 one for the travel industry and the Addilyn Maria Pennell of Firestone CO was vacationer. born September 13, 2011 to Dusten and The parade of big new Maria Pennell. She was a healthy 8lbs 13oz cruise ships and 21 inches long! The proud Grandparents continues. The are Fulvio and Donna Spaziani (Thornton) new innovations are something I never thought and Paul and Mindy Pennell (Brighton).

I’d see and are so fabulous. From specialty restaurants like Guy Fieri’s Burger Joint on Carnival’s newest ship to Celebrity cruises outdoor restaurant where you have the chance to grill your own pizza or steak. The water parks on board the ships are rivaling the best on land.

Disney’s newest offers the AquaDuck water Kyla Lee Klemm born on August 27, coaster. Sounds like lots of fun to me! Royal 2011; 8 lbs 1 oz, 19.5� long. Parents Caribbean Cruise Lines is expanding their are Scott and Rosemary Klemm. Her partnership with DreamWorks. Imagine your big sisters are Katelyn and Kaylee along kids at breakfast with characters from Shrek, Madagascar and Kung Fo Panda or watching 3 with big brother Chase, all of Firestone. –D movies while you sail the Caribbean.

Now, the demand for river cruising hasn’t slowed up either. Lots of new ships on the wonderful, picturesque rivers in Europe and the exotic rivers of China and Southeast Asia.

Still the cruises along the Danube and Rhine for the Christmas Markets sell out a year in advance.

Some new additions to river cruising are the return of the ships along the Mississippi River. The old Delta Queen Steamboat Company ships were bought by Great American Steamboat Company and are getting refurbished. The Queen of the Mississippi paddle wheeler is slated for launch in August.

What a way to experience the history and grandeur of the mighty Mississippi.

The resorts in Mexico, Caribbean and Hawaii are getting better all the time. Even though we’re experiencing spring time weather, we know that winter will come and what better way to spend a week than sitting on the beautiful sandy beaches in a great tropical location.

The escorted tour operators have new and different tours designed to focus on immersion in the local culture and that is both value-driven and encompasses new destinations that enhance the customer experience. Stateside, some tour operators are offering Civil War trips for you history buffs and a new program in partnership with Ken Burns to Yellowstone National Park.

Airlines continue to be greedy and fees are always going to be part of the traveling equation, but that shouldn’t stop you from filling that bucket list with new and exciting adventures.

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Now that the holidays are over and everyone wants to try out the new ice fishing gear, cross county skies, snow shoes, sleds, or ice, let’s discuss what happens if something goes wrong‌ What if someone falls in?: What if someone else falls through and you are the only one around to help? First, call 911 for help.

There is a good chance someone near you may be carrying a cell phone.

Resist the urge to run up to the edge of the hole. This would most likely result in two victims in the water.

Preach, Reach, Throw, Row, Go PREACH Shout to the victim to encourage them to fight to survive and reassure them that help is on the way.

REACH If you can safely reach the victim from shore, extend an object such as a rope, ladder, or jumper cables to the victim. If the person starts to pull you in, release your grip on the object and start over.

THROW Toss one end of a rope or something that will oat to the victim. Have them tie the rope around themselves before they are too weakened by the cold to grasp it.

ROW Find a light boat to push across the ice ahead of you. Push it to the edge of the hole, get into the boat and pull the victim in over the bow. It’s not a bad idea to attach some rope to the boat, so others can help pull you and the victim to safety.

GO A non professional shouldn’t go out on the ice to perform a rescue unless all other basic rescue techniques have been ruled out.

Always call 911 for help and keep reassuring the victim that help is on the way and urge them to fight to survive. Heroics by well-meaning, but untrained rescuers can result in two deaths.

For further information contact the Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District, Administration Offices at 303-833-2742 or visit our website at: www.fffd.us.

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Painting is a service that includes more than applying the paint to your walls. The service starts as soon as you have your first contact with the painting contractor. Is the contractor anxious to do business with you? Does his staff answer your questions and work with you to set an appointment for an estimate?

When you meet with the estimator he should have questions. He needs to know what areas you want painted. He should be able to advise you which sheen works best at each area. He should be able to consult with you on color choices if you need help. When do you want the work done? Can he provide proof of insurance on request?

How long is his warranty? Can he provide references? A written quote should be provided within a reasonable amount of time describing the work they will be doing at your home along with the price. Once you have accepted his proposal the two of you can decide on scheduling and make final paint choices if need be.

Once his crew arrives at your home are the respectful of your belongings? Do they

protect your carpeting and oors starting with the entry and throughout to the areas they will be working? Do they cover any furniture or other belongings that may be left in the area to protect it from paint splatters? Are areas not to be painted masked off to protect them?

Experience = Knowledge = Training: There are steps that need to be taken - sanding, cleaning priming, etc - which may not be noticed in the finished product, but will insure the finished product looks great and lasts and performs as it should. After 30 plus years in the painting business this contractor knows the correct processes, the proper tools, the appropriate materials and the top lines within each brand of paint, and passes this knowledge on to his employees. This will affect the overall appeal of the work they are performing at your home.

Once the work is done the crew should clean up and leave the area as they found it.

They should review their work with you and address any concerns you may have. How does the job look? How do the lines look? Is the drywall repair obvious? Is the coverage adequate?

Were they on time? Were they friendly and pleasant? Were you comfortable with them being in your home? All these attributes are what constitutes a quality paint job.

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Parrot Painting, serving the Carbon Valley & The Highway 85 Coalition, along with the Weld County Commissioners, is seeking entries for the surrounding areas. See more of Tim’s Paint Tips at Centennial Highway logo design contest. The contest blueparrotpainting.com & paintmyspace.com. is open to individuals or teams and offers a $1,000 prize to the winning entry. The prize money was donated by Anadarko Petroleum Corporation in their continuing participation in Weld County projects.

Other projects the Coalition oversees include a regional Highway 85 Coalition is committed to doing will benefit all of Weld The Highway 85 Coalition, which was formed in 2009, is County,� said Commissioner Chairwoman Barbara Kirkmeyer. comprehensive plan for the corridor, improved highway access, dedicated to improving the transportation corridor from Weld “This contest will help with the Coalition’s goals of improving the pedestrian connectivity, lighting and landscaping.

County Road 2 to Weld County Road 90 and north to the state look of the highway and generating community pride around the For official rules and additional information regarding the line. The goals of the group, which include participants from 10 businesses and residents located along the route. As Interstate 25 logo design contest, please visit www.co.weld.co.us and enter municipalities along Highway 85, are to improve traffic ow, increase becomes more congested with traffic, Highway 85 will become an “Centennial Highway Logoâ€? in the internal search engine. The safety and enhance the appearance of the corridor throughout Weld even more important thoroughfare in northern Colorado.â€? deadline for submissions is March 1, 2012, 5:00 p.m.

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After eating turkey and stuffing for Thanksgiving, making Christmas sugar cookies, drinking eggnog, and having those few or more glasses of Champagne at the stroke of midnight… you may be left with more than just fond memories. Some folks are realizing about now that their waistline has expanded and their appetites are ferocious. The holidays are a time for socializing which often includes indulgences of foods that are usually not diet friendly. We all do it!

How do we recover from such a tasty tragedy? First, we have to regain control over our portion sizes. During the holidays we just fill our plates to capacity without care of consequences. Now, we have to tackle those sugar demons that have taken control. If you stop eating sugar for two weeks, chances are you will not crave it as much. Your body needs to “detox” from all of those

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If you try to implement these first steps but are not successful, then it may be time to hire a certified personal trainer to help you stay accountable. Some people may tell you that you just need to get motivated or have will power. Will power is just a myth. You don’t just have will power. You first have to work hard and start enjoying your success before you get will power. Motivation comes from a deep desire to continue with the journey that you are already on in order to bring about the change that you desire.

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As we move into the winter months the cost of heating our homes increases and we begin to search for ways to offset those costs. People heat their homes with furnaces, kerosene heaters, propane heaters and other appliances that use fossil fuels. All appliances using fossil fuels put off deadly carbon monoxide (CO) when operating. In this month’s article, your firefighters want to draw your attention to home heating safety.

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How to protect yourself and your family from CO poisoning: outward energy that Because it is impossible to see, taste or smell the toxic fumes, CO can • In addition to smoke detectors install at least one UL comes in the spring be fatal before you are aware it is in your home. At lower levels of (Underwriters Laboratories) listed carbon monoxide alarm with an time. In essence, it is a exposure, CO causes mild effects that are often mistaken for the flu. audible warning signal near the sleeping areas and outside individual time for storage and building up our reserves.

These symptoms include headaches, dizziness, disorientation, nausea bedrooms. Carbon monoxide alarms measure levels of CO over time In Chinese medical theory, this time of year and fatigue. The effects of CO exposure can vary greatly from person and are designed to sound an alarm before an average, healthy adult places emphasis on the water element, which to person depending on age, overall health and the concentration and would experience symptoms. It is very possible that you may not be corresponds to the Kidney and Urinary Bladder. length of exposure. experiencing symptoms when you hear the alarm. This does not mean The Urinary Bladder is considered the storehouse Where does carbon monoxide come from? that CO is not present. The presence of a carbon monoxide alarm in of emotions, and is one of the longest channels in • CO gas can come from several sources: gas-fired appliances, your home can save your life in the event of CO buildup. the body, running from the head, down the back and charcoal grills, wood-burning furnaces or fireplaces and motor vehicles.

• Have a qualified professional check all fuel burning appliances, legs to end at the small toes. Tension and held in Who is at risk? furnaces, venting and chimney systems at least once a year. emotions can cause congestion along this channel, • Everyone is at risk for CO poisoning. Medical experts believe • Never use your range or oven to help heat your home and which can lead to stiffness and pain. The Kidneys that unborn babies, infants, children, senior citizens and people with never use a charcoal grill or hibachi in your home or garage. are perceived as storing the energetic life force; heart or lung problems are at even greater risk for CO poisoning.

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What actions do I take if my Carbon Monoxide Alarm goes off? doors are open, normal circulation will not provide enough fresh air to The seat of willpower is situated here, generating • Evacuate all occupants immediately. reliably prevent a dangerous buildup of CO. ambition and the desire to do something with one’s • Determine if any of the occupants are ill and determine their • When purchasing an existing home, have a qualified life. Lack of motivation can reflect an imbalance symptoms. technician evaluate the integrity of the heating and cooking systems, as in the Kidney energy. Both functionally and • Call your local emergency number (911) and when relaying well as the sealed spaces between the garage and house. energetically, the Kidneys act as a complex filter information to the dispatcher, include the number of people feeling ill.

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HEALTHY Genetically Modified Foods (GMO)

We at Rocky Plains Quality Meats are concerned for the health of ourselves, our customers and the generations to come. The United States is seeing more obesity, more illnesses such as diabetes and food allergies than ever before. Those of us that are working to bring Natural, grassfed, grass-finished local protein to the market see that we are helping our customers preserve their health and well-being as well as our own health and well-being.

Why grass-fed, grass-finished protein? Most animal feeds contain corn and most of the corn grown in the US is genetically-modified to make it resistant to herbicides. Although this has been going on for many years, the public has been kept in the dark. There have been no real studies to see the effect of GMO food on humans, but many studies on animals show many serious health issues and even death. There is a plethora of information out there with a simple Google search on GMO foods.

I shudder when I think of all the pre-packaged, pre-prepared foods that are consumed regularly because they fit our busy life-style with their ease of preparation. But in checking the ingredients of these foods, not only do they contain more non-food chemicals than ever before; they also contain some form of corn (corn syrup). This ingredient alone is being blamed for the upswing in obesity and diabetes in the US. This ingredient is most likely GMO (based on information in the chart below provided by Wikipedia). I believe this is also the source of increased food allergens in adults and particularly in children.

These genetically altered products are also in dairy products by way of the grain being fed to the dairy cows. This feed also includes not just GMO corn, but also GMO soy. Pasteurization does not kill the DNA genes that are being passed from the feed to the cow to the milk. And again, there are no studies on humans to see what these altered genes do in the human body, now or in the future.

It is believed that these genes can latch-on to bacteria in the human gut and cause an undetermined number of health and possibly reproduction issues.

We need to get back to real food, prepared from scratch using ingredients that are raised as our ancestors raised them. Genetically modified food is not going to solve world hunger if it causes other health issues. Genetically modified food is produced by big business for big profit and big business has our government in their pocket.

Rocky Plains brings you peace of mind with our grass-fed, grass-finished proteins as well as our raw milk program and we are glad to help guide you to a healthier diet.

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By Trish Rife With my daughter’s seventeenth birthday approaching, it’s hard to believe how quickly she’s grown. It seems like just yesterday that the tooth fairy was visiting our home. Once she was fast asleep, I’d tip-toe into her room and slip my hand underneath her pillowcase in search of the small tooth-shaped pillow that was protecting her first tooth that she had lost. Using “extra girly” hot pink colored lipliner, I’d draw teeny tiny lipstick kisses on her cheek, and I always sprinkled a light dusting of extra fine glitter onto her face. When she’d wake up, she’d find her reward in exchange for the jaggedy-white treasure (that can still be found in my jewelry box), and she’d squeal with excitement as she looked in the mirror, glitter and all. Being a snaggletooth really is fun, but where did this fairy-like lady originate?

In Europe, it was a tradition that when baby teeth fell out, parents would bury them; in places such as Great Britain and Ireland, the tradition is still practiced. When a child’s sixth tooth would fall out, it was custom for parents to slip a gift or money from the tooth fairy under the child’s pillow, leaving the tooth behind as a reward. In the U.S., a 2011 study found that American children receive $2.60 per tooth on average. According to a tooth fairy poll from Securian Dental (which runs dental plans) the price per tooth in 2008 was 22% steeper than in 2007. Most parents said they pay $1 per tooth. The second most common payment was $5 per tooth. Some pay one nickel per tooth, while others splurge with $50 each. With twenty baby teeth, that adds up to a pretty penny.

Harmless fables spun out of fun can still aid parents in teaching lessons to their kiddos. How? (I’m glad you asked!) Well, I wonder if “she’d” be willing to reward them a little more for pearly whites that are free from decay? I wonder if “she” could help encourage them to keep brushing? And how does “she” feel about obedient children who are diligent to floss? Perhaps “she” could leave notes with praises for good dental care along with their reward (in foreign handwriting, of course)?

Dr. Paige Wilson and the staff at Aesthetic Dental Center in Firestone are excited to offer top-quality dental work for all of your little snaggletooths. Her dental center is professional, beautiful, and relaxing, and she caters to children of all ages. I’m confident that your children will be smiling extra big when they leave “Dr. Paige’s” chair. Call 303-485-6595 or visit ADC at www. adcoffirestone.com for more information. Like the tooth fairy, Dr. Paige rewards them with her praises by listing them in her “No Cavity Club.”

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Garden of Children Flourishes at Creative Years Learning Center

Just as any true green thumb will tell you no two flowers in a healthy garden are the same, each requires their own individual attention and room to grow. Some require more shade while others are ready to blossom in the full sun. Still others need more pruning while others are best when left to cultivate in the wild that surround them.

Friedrich Froebel (1782-1852), a German educator known as the “Father of Kindergarten” created an institution where play was brought into education, young children were seeds and an educator’s role was the gardener. Hence, the name Kindergarten which in German means “garden of children.”

With the 2012 Kindergarten enrollment for St. Vrain Valley Schools already underway, parents are beginning to make the decision of full or part-time Kindergarten for their child and evaluating if their child needs more individual care or is ready for a full-time classroom.

The Kindergarten Enrichment Program offered at Creative Years will enhance what your child is learning in Kindergarten, as well as offer added experiences that will strengthen their academic success. This program will engage children in activities and extensions of the kindergarten curriculum and will allow your child to have more time spent on: • Literacy Skills • Social Competency • Science and Math Concepts • Physical Fitness • Fine Motor Development • Technology • Language and Listening Skills The Enrichment Program is open to all students enrolled in half-day or alternating day kindergarten and our session hours are built to match your child’s needs and school schedule.

Session hours available include Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 1:00 pm; Monday – Friday 12:00 pm to 3:30 pm or Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.

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Santa Cops Gifts Wrapped for Distribution in Firestone

Rolls of wrapping paper were strung across Firestone Town Hall on Saturday morning, Dec. 10, 2011, as more than 20 volunteers showed up to help wrap hundreds of gifts for the annual Santa Cops program. The program is an annual effort by the Firestone, Frederick and Dacono police departments to provide toys, warm winter clothing and gifts for children in the Tri-Town area who may not otherwise have a gift during the holiday season.

Gifts and donations came in throughout the past month to the Firestone Police Department to help provide gifts to 242 kids through the Santa Cops program this year, in addition to 86 families who were sponsored through the program.

Beverly Medina, the Firestone Court Clerk and Santa Cops Coordinator, said the annual program is a great opportunity for people in the area to give back to the kids. “The generosity bestowed upon the Tri-Town Santa Cop program is a way for all of us to give to our community,” she said. “It allows many wishes to come true.”

Gifts were distributed to the families by a Firestone police officer the week of Dec. 12, 2011.

Firestone Police Officer Amy Ford (left) Betty Heath (center) Santa Cops Coordinator Beverly Medina (right) (Photos by Kristi Ritter)

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At Busy Bee, we believe that children learn best by experiencing the world around them. For that reason, our activities are centered around hands on experiences, interactions, and most importantly play. We value children’s play as the most effective and powerful way for young children to learn about themselves, others and the world around them. By incorporating new concepts into play, we make learning fun!

We have activity centers offering the children a world of opportunities to explore, discover and grow. The fenced backyard is full of fun and safe play equipment where we can run, jump, and explore. All children experience a fun filled schedule with circle time, free-play, crafts, music, painting, coloring, educational projects and outdoor exercise. We offer a full, structured preschool program daily. We offer two enrichment classes monthly at no additional cost to you: Funsical Fitness and Music by Shanaine.

Our home daycare is regulated by the State of Colorado and meets all the requirements established by the licensing board. We are a Qualistar rated program, which is exceeds licensing standards. By participating in the USDA Nutrition Program, we ensure that only balanced nutritious meals and snacks are provided every day. We value the trust you give us when allowing us to care for your child and we strive to live up to this trust by always being professional, honest, and dependable. We believe every child deserves a bright beginning and we look forward to being a positive influence in your child’s life.

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Arrest Made in Firestone Dog Poisoning

Joseph Donald Losinski was arrested Dec. 20, in the death of two dogs on Aug. 8, 2011, in the 500 block of Fifth Street in Firestone. Losinski was charged with two counts of aggravated cruelty to animals, a Class 6 Felony.

The arrest comes months after the suspicious death of the dogs. The dogs’ owner had let the animals outside in the early morning, only to return 20 minutes later to find their bodies. Both dogs appeared to have died within a short time frame. The Firestone Police Department obtained and executed a search warrant in late August. Investigators developed enough probable cause to make an arrest.

“The community of Firestone paid close attention to this investigation,” said Chief of Police David Montgomery. “This investigation will continue.”

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Area Library Events

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Carbon Valley Regional Library Happenings The Carbon Valley Regional Library is located at 7 Park Avenue, Firestone. For more information on any of the programs listed, visit www.

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In the dead of winter, there’s nothing quite like snuggling up by a toasty fire, book in hand, while the snow softly encases the outside world in a blanket of white. Go on, indulge yourself, you need some down time; there will always be time later for shoveling snow.

The High Plains Library District is here to help you indulge yourself with our 2012 Adult Winter Reading Program. This is your chance to be rewarded for indulging in one of the simplest pastimes- reading! Visit any one of our libraries in Greeley, Erie or Firestone beginning January 2nd, pick up a reading log, and select your print, audio or ebook reading material. We’ll even give you a free book (while supplies last) to get you started.

Once you’ve finished three stories and recorded the titles, bring your completed log back to the library and you’ll be entered into our prize drawings. Winners this year will receive a “Winter Care Package”, including a Kindle e-reader, book bag, and High Plains Library District mug.

While you’re visiting us, you can stock up on DVDs, magazines and other supplies you need to get you through the winter. And if you need assistance downloading our free ebooks to your e-reader, we’re happy to help. You can even get one-on-one help by booking a librarian for a half-hour appointment. Make appointments online or in person at your libray.

For more information about our Winter Reading Program or other library services please visit www.MyLibrary.us.

The High Plains Library District connects communities to information, inspiration and entertainment for life. HPLD includes libraries in Greeley, Firestone, Erie, Ault, Eaton, Johnstown, Platteville, Hudson and Fort Lupton.

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zzBusiness Resource Workshop – Explore the free resources available through the library and online that can be utilized to improve any business. The workshop will include a tour of the library’s print resources and hands-on demonstration of databases and websites that can assist you in starting or expanding a business. – 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Wednesday, January 18. zzeBooks and eReader Help – Introductory class on eBooks and the OverDrive database, where patrons can check out eBooks for free through the library. Registration required. – 6:00 pm.

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Chamber Corner January Events & Functions

zzWriter’s Group Open Reading – Live reading of locally written works. Written something yourself? Bring it and read it, or have someone from the group read it for you (work must be original, 10 minutes or less in length, and appropriate for reading in a public library).

Everyone is welcome. – 6:30 pm, Tuesday, January 31.

Erie Community Library Happenings

The Erie Community Library is located at 400 Powers Street, Erie. For more information on any of the programs listed, visit www.MyLibrary.us or call 720-685-5200.

• Business after Hours (BAH) on Thursday, January 5, 2012 at Anytime Fitness located 4445 City Centre Dr., Ste 100., in Firestone. No charge to attend and please bring a guest (2 visit limit per non-member guest.) Great food, drink and networking opportunities! RSVP • Business before Hours, January 10, 2012 from 7:30 –8:30 a.m. at Pepper Jacks Neighborhood Grill located on Hwy 52 & I-25. Come start building business relationships and opportunities for success by promoting your business. Free to chamber members; $5.00 for non-members. Light breakfast snacks provided. RSVP • Monthly Business Luncheon held Thursday, January 19, 2012 at Rocky Mountain Christian church, located at 5860 Majestic St., in Frederick. Registration begins at 11:45; $12.00 per person.

• Free Business Counseling sessions are held four times a month in the chamber conference room. These valuable sessions are intended to help emerging and existing entrepreneurs gain control of their business operations by providing free guidance and counseling in all aspects of funding and developing small business. For dates and/or to make an appointment, call Jesse Esparza of the Small Business Development Center at (720) 837-0416. zzBusiness After Hours, February 2, 2012Prairie Greens zzFree Business Counseling, February 2, 13, 16 and 27, 2012-see contact info above For more information about joining our chamber, call (303) 833-5933 or visit our website at www.carbonvalleychamber.com.

Having a birthday next month or know someone who is? Send a birthday wish and photo to the CVCR. We’ll print it free of charge. Submit to carbonvalley@gmail.com and put “birthday” in the subject line, as close to the 15th of each month as possible. It’s that simple & it’s FREE!

A Perfect Place 2 Play St. Vrain Ranch (303)833-4631 

Lion’s Den Legacy Elementary (720)652-8169

All About the Little Ones Countryside (720)226-8844

Little Cupcakes Child Care St. Vrain Ranch (303)775-3875 

Bloom! Montessori Preschool in Longmont (303)776-8173 

Little Feet Childcare Frederick (720)532-2573 

Bright Future Childcare Longview (303)702-0908 

Little Peeps & Co. Sharpe Farms (720)352-7522

Busy Bee Preschool Ridgecrest (303)833-5022 

Little People’s Place Fox Run (303)702-0057 

Carbon Valley Child Care Carbon Valley Area (303)833-0398 

Little Wonders Daycare Idaho Creek (303)774-0874 

Country Kids Preschool Mead (970)535-4825 

Marcy’s Daycare Old Frederick (303)833-3411 

Creative Kids Child Care Sweetgrass (303)464-0175 

Melissa’s Toddler Town Raspberry Hill (303)834-8420 

Creative Years Learning Ctr Messiah Lutheran School Carbon Valley 1335 Francis St., Longmont (303)833-9001  (303)776-3466

Jan 15th Happy 1st Birthday Ian! We love you so very much!

Love, Mommy, Daddy and big brother Levi

Cynthia’s Child Care (303)564-5697 Exploring Minds Academy Erie (303)828-3452 

Hand-N-Hand Daycare Tri-town area (720)244-0963  Heart & Hand Child Care Platteville (970)785-6138 

Happy 5th Birthday Annah Logan January 6th Seems like it was just yesterday that you were born and now look at you!

It seems God put you on this earth to help others experience happiness.

What a blessing you are to so many people...but mostly to ALL of your family.

We love you so much!

A Home Away from Home Sagebrush (303)833-3197 

Happy Birthday Zoe! You are such a beautiful little lady and we hope you have a wonderful birthday.

Love you so much, Mom, Dad, Jared, Gavin, Noah and Lilah

Husky Club @ Centennial Elementary (720)652-8240 Imaginations at Work Firestone (303)833-6745  Johnson Family Daycare Ridgecrest (720)982-6228  Grandma Bea’s DayCare Mead (970)535-0109  Kids First Preschool Booth Farms (720)939-9954  Kim Sanger’s Family Child Care, Erie (303)828-4620  Leaps of Knowledge Savannah (303)466-6999

Celebrating the “Big 21” January 12th Happy Birthday Elley Hartman!

Love, Audrey, Annah The Martindale’s & Robert & Emily

January 25th Happy Birthday Emily Eisentrager! or as Annah says, “Elamee” The Martindale’s, Annah, Elley & Audrey, and of course, Robert!

Lil’ Duckling’s Daycare Firestone (303)833-5666 

Happy 3rd Birthday Braylee Reese!

You are such a big girl!

We love you!

Mommy, Daddy & Brentley January 7th

Miss Amy’s Preschool St. Vrain Ranch (303)833-4030 

Mommy Daycare Booth Farms Frederick Discovery School (303)776-9484  (303)679-1413 Playhouse Day Care Future Footprints Daycare St. Vrain Ranch (303)833-3648  Ridgecrest (303)833-5778 

Happy Birthday, Mike Martindale!

January 4th.

You are loved more than you will know this side of Heaven.

May 2012 be a year full of God’s blessings for you and that you experience His love completely!

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Lisa Day Care Savannah (303)833-5646  Little Critters Firestone (303)833-3282 

Robin’s Nest Family Childcare Firestone (303)833-4536 

Robyn’s Nest Pre-school Firestone - St. Vrain Ranch (303)833-3762  Sharon’s Daycare Ridgecrest (303)833-4529  Soaring Eagles Child Care Prairie Ridge Elementary (720)494-3641 Tammy’s Daycare St. Vrain Ranch-Firestone (303)833-2791  Tatum’s Little Hands Daycare Ridgecrest (303)345-3339  Teddys Kids Oak Meadows (303)651-3345 The Little Crowe’s Nest Centex Country Side (303) 833-5253 3 Generations Home Daycare Sagebrush (303) 833-4483  Wee Folks Childcare Ridgecrest (303)304-4509   Licensed Provider

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Single Parent Family Programs

The Pearl Group, a faith-based organization, provides a variety of support programs for singleparent families designed with minimal to no cost, including a transportation program (Car Clinic); the programs offered

by The Pearl Group were established to help single-parent families and their dependent children move toward selfsufficiency.

Please consider donating your old cars to this worthy cause during this holiday season. All donations are tax deductible.

If you can help with this need, please contact Scott Owen at 970-290-5991, or the Director of The Pearl Group, Tessie Gale, at 720-864-9202 or tgale@lbcc. org.

Life Choices Pregnancy Center Update

Sanctity Of Human Life Sunday is January 22nd, Advocates from Life Choices are available to speak at churches, women’s groups and events.

Life choices Longmont is in NEED Our Mission: Glorify God by of diapers all sizes, Worshipping Him, Equipping wipes, baby powders and lotions (small Disciples of Jesus Christ, & sizes) and boys and Witnessing in and to the world. girls clothing sizes 2 T. winter.

Please Join Us! Father Daughter Tea coming up in Worship is offered to our Savior through February for the Longmont Life song, prayer, giving, and spending time in Choices center, His Word, the Bible. Our hope is that you February 11th, 11:001:00. See ad on page will find peace and joy as you enter 18.

Life choices is His presence! looking at purchasing â—? Grow in Christ a mobile ultrasound â—? Find Encouragement unit that can travel 40 to all three of our 303.651.16 â—? Build Lasting Relationships iecc.org centers and would be www.prair able to also visit and bless other Pregnancy .FFU 4VOEBZT BN t $PBM 3JEHF .JEEMF 4DIPPM t #PPUI %S t 'JSFTUPOF t Resource centers along the front range at times.

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PLEASE RSVP for the Monday January 9 meeting in Lafayette at pinocchios, if you haven’t already!! We are up to Young Adults Free delivery to local funeral homes expecting a great group and Lloyd has prepared a great presentation to BOOST ALL business owners in the new 10 am-6 pm TUE-THUR, 9 am-4 pm FRI-SAT Wire anywhere in the world • Order Online Now Consignors - no fees! Call for details year!!! Bring cards for networking and drawings!! Have a great weekend, see you on Monday!!!

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Senior Events “Super Dogs”/National Western Complex January 16th at 10:30 am for $16/member $21/nonmember Instead of the Rodeo we will be visiting the thrills and athletic prowess and unpredictable antics and tricks of dogs. There will be plenty of time to visit all the grounds and exhibits. Lunch on site.

Senior Dance January 8th from 2-5 pm for $5/per person Come dance to the wonderful Jim Earlich, you won’t be disappointed. Light snacks will be served.

Red Hat Ladies Lunch at Cinzetti’s January 19th departing at 11am for $4 Call Gloria Walsh for more information.

“Staying in Charge of your life“ Workshop

by Hospice Care of Boulder & Broomfield Counties January 20th at 9:00am-1:00pm at Rec. Center & is FREE. PLEASE register at Senior Center This workshop will include creating a living will that truly follows your wishes, choosing a Health Care Agent, how to initiate and continue conversations with people who need to know about your endof-life decisions and why those conversations are critical, and help you understand your choices for care and to communicate your wishes so they will be honored. Food and drink will be served.

Candlelight Theatre “Anything Goes” January 26th at 5:00 pm for $46/member $51/nonmember. Includes gourmet dinner, show, coffee, tea, or soda, gratuity and transportation Cole Porters Tony award winning nautical tale of a boy meets girl and the hilarious complications.

A true classic with many music pieces you will remember and sing a long.

SilverSneaker®/Senior Juice & Coffee Bar @ Rec. Center Sponsored by Legal Shield, Jim Lytton January 27th at 8:00-11:00am for FREE Come and have a morning snack and juice or coffee before or after your workout. Meet some new people for good conversation! REMEMBER SilverSneakers® swipe your card at the front desk. *PLEASE make sure you swipe your card each and every time you enter the building. Twice if doing two different things in the building.* AARP Driving Class January 30th at 8:30am–12:30pm for $12/AARP member $14/non– AARP member Save money on your insurance and learn good driving habits. Held in Miner’s Room at the Recreation Center Snow Sculpture/Snow Cat Rides January 31st at 9:00am for $10/member $15/nonmember Visit the River walk Center Grounds to view the International Championship of snow Sculptures or we have arranged for snow cat rides from 12-2pm at an extra cost of $49 per person at the ski area.

Lunch on your own, we will provide a listing of restaurants.

Senior Lunch Menu

January 11th Beef stew, tossed salad, fresh baked roll, and dessert catered by the Bridge. All Senior membership meeting will follow lunch. Installation of new officers January 18th Chicken breast, steamed veggies, wild rice, roll and dessert catered by Bella Rosa.

At 11 am come for free AARP Elder Watch Consumer Fraud presentation.

January 25th Salisbury steak with onions & peppers, mashed potatoes, tossed salad, roll and jello catered by Pete’s Place Cost for Senior Lunches Senior member $6 Senior non-member {Or guest under 55} $9 SilverSneaker® /Senior member $3 SilverSneaker® /non-Senior member $6 **Please call 303-833-2739 by 1:00 pm The Tuesday before if you plan to join us for lunch as they are catered.

Call in cancellations must be made by 1:00 pm the Tuesday prior otherwise there will be a lunch charge. **ALL Silver Sneaker® members must swipe their card to get the SilverSneaker® member price.

Staying in Charge of Your Life: When It Matters Most: A Half Day Advance Directives Workshop

Spending 4 hours now can help you avoid confusion and stay in control when the time comes to make critical end-of-life care decisions. Join us for a fascinating half-day workshop designed to help you understand your choices for care and how to communicate your end-of-life wishes so they’ll be honored. Topics include: z How to initiate and continue conversations with the people who need to know about your end-of-life decisions, and why those conversations are critical z Choosing a Health Care Agent z Creating a Living Will that truly follows your wishes WHEN: Friday, January 20th, 9:00 AM TO 1 PM HOST: Tri Town Senior Center WHERE: Carbon Valley Recreation Center, 701 5th St. Frederick, CO Workshop is offered at NO CHARGE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Refreshments will be provided. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Contact HospiceCare Liaison Jessica O’Leary to RSVP jessicaoleary@ hospicecareonline.org or 720.841.5916.

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“The Romeo’s” Retired Old Men Eating out The first Monday of the Month @ 9 am meet at Bella Rosa. Have breakfast and meet new “guy” friends!

Volunteers are needed to answer phones Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11am-1 pm.

Sign-up if you can help.

Tri-Town Veterans

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Come Join Us!

Join us on Saturday, the 21st of January, at the Tri-Town Senior Center, 6615 Frederick Way, Frederick, CO; from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for an informative meeting with Karen Townsend, V.A. Veteran Service Officer. She can help you get the answers that you need. Karen has several years of experience working with both combat and non-combat veterans of all ages and backgrounds.

This meeting will be an opportunity to find out what the current entitlements are, what you may be entitled to, and how you can apply for them. You may be surprised at what has changed since you got out and what you may be entitled to now.

In addition there will be other service connected organizations available to talk to you about their programs and what they have available.

This meeting is entirely free for the veteran, so bring your DD-214, and any other paper work that you may have from the V.A., and plan on joining us on the 21st of January. Organizations that wish to participate in this meeting should contact: Jordan Brown at 303-833-8811 for more information.

Area Churches

Prairie Community Church Worship Service Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

(303)651-1640 www.prairiecc.org Coal Ridge M.S., 6201 Booth Dr, Firestone Pastor Brian Thompson Living Water Northgate Friday’s: Youth Group 7 pm Sunday’s: Bible College 8am Free Snacks at 9 am & Service 10am 303-668-1329 www.Livingwater.LA 7073 Colorado Blvd. (WCR 13) Frederick Pastor Steve Owings New Horizons Christian Church Worship 10:00 a.m. & Bible School 9:00a 303-833-3013 530 Cherry St., Dacono Pastor Rob Thomas Rinn United Methodist Church Worship 9:30a Sunday School 10:45a Cowboy Fellowship Weds. 7:00p 3783 WCR 20 & I-25 W., Frontage Rd. 303-776-1578 rinnumc@hotmail.com Rev. Barbara Johns-Schleicher Tri-Town Baptist Church Sun. School 9:00a Worship 10:00a & 5p Wed. King’s Kids 6:30 Bible Study 7:00 420 Johnson St. (Oak St.), Frederick 303-833-2826 www.tri-townbaptist.com Pastor Don Veazey First Baptist Church of Dacono Sun. School 10:00a Morning Service 11a Sun. Eve. 6p Wed. Prayer Meeting 6p 717 Dahlia St., Dacono, 303-833-2527 Pastor Samuel Sanchez 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 Life Song Church of Erie Sun. School 9:15a Service 10:15a 303-828-1040 www.lifesongchurch.org 500 Briggs St., Erie

St. Scholastica Catholic Church Liturgy: Tuesday 6:00pm Saturday 3:00pm ; Sunday 9:00am 303-828-4221 or 303-833-2966 Main & Wells in Erie, CO Fr. Hernan Florez, Administrator

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

Guardian Angels Catholic Church 15179 WCR 7 in Mead Liturgy: Mon. 5:30 pm Sat. 5:30 pm Sun. 9:00 & 10:30 am 970-535-0721 www.garcc.org Rev. Gregory Ames, Administrator

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

CrossPointe Community Church 3686 Stagecoach Rd., Unit E, 80504 Sunday: 10:00am 303-772-5655 email www.crosspointelive.org

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 Abundant Life Church Sunday Service & Sunday School 10:00a 970-535-0311 4380 Hwy. 66 (.3 mile east of I-25 on south) revspeaks@earthlink.net Pastor Jim Coleman St. Theresa Catholic Church 502 Walnut Street Mass: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 8:30am Saturday: 6:00pm Sunday: 10:30am and 12:30pm Espanol & 5:00pm Espanol (303) 833-2966 Fr. Hernan Florez, Pastor

We would love to have you visit Firestone Baptist Church. Our goal is to disciple people to Christ. We accomplish this by helping people to know why they believe what they believe through God's Word. By making the Bible the foundation for every step of life. And making sure tradition is not the focus, but God's Word.

Goals of Firestone Baptist Church We meet at Carbon Valley Academy  The Worship of Christ 4040 Coriolos Way  The Wellness of the Body of Christ Frederick, CO  The Witnessing to Unbelievers Sunday School 9am

Worship Service 10am

Wednesday Night Home Bible study: Call for directions Men's Bible Study: Call for location and time www.firestonebaptist.com email: pastorjason@firestonebaptist.com 303-736-9959

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

Frederick Foursquare Spanish Church Sunday 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

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LifeBridge @ Tri-Towns Worship Service 9:30 a.m. at Frederick High School, 600 5th St. 303-776-2927 Drew Depler at ddepler@lbcc.org 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 Calvary Bible Church Sunday Worship 10:30 am Erie High School-3150 WCR 5-Erie Student Ministry for Middle & High School 303-442-3484 www.calvrybible.com New Life in Christ Church Iglesia Nueva Vida en Cristo Sun Service 11:00/Servicio Domingo 11:00 a Tues. Bible Study 7:00 pm Martes Estudio Biblico 7:00 pm We are a bilingual church.

Somos una iglesia bilingue.

307 Salisbury Ave., Platteville, CO (303)833-2870 Pastor Jose V. Saenz

L.I.F.E. Fellowship Sunday 9:15 a.m.

451 Oak St., Frederick (303)451-5433 www.lifefrederick.org Pastor Brady Thornton

Saint Andrews Episcopal Church Worship 8am Sunday 204 Park Avenue Ft. Lupton 303-650-6170 Reverend Gary Sitton

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

St. Brigit Episcopal Church Sunday Worship: 9:30am 110 Johnson St. Frederick 720-208-0280 www.stbrigit.org Pastor: Felicia SmithGraybeal

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

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

Firestone Baptist Church Sunday School 9a Worship 10a 4040 Coriolos Way, Frederick (Carbon Valley Academy) www.firestonebaptist.com 303-736-9959 Pastor Jason Kokenzie

New Hope Fellowship/Erie Baptist Church Corner of Cheeseman & High, Erie Sunday service 10:00 am Children’s church 10:30 am (303) 828-0638 Pastor Dr. Mitch Gardner Messiahville Baptist 4700 CR 6 (east of I-25) Sunday School 9:45a Service 11a 720-253-5783 NoahsBiblePark.com Pastor Corey Seulean Pastor Moore 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 Erie United Methodist Church 604 Holbrook St, Erie (across Town Hall) Sunday School 9:30a.m. (for all ages) Worship 10:30 a.m. Nursery provided 303-828-3906 Pastor Jim Calhoun The Fort Foursquare Church Sunday Worship 11:00 AM 217 4th St., Dacono, CO 80514 thefortchurch@yahoo.com Pastor David Findley

Cowboy Christian Fellowship Wednesdays from 7-8 p.m.

Rinn UMC 3783 Weld Cty Rd 20 Frederick Sue-Marie or Galen at 3- 661-0841. or e-mail gasue303@msn.com.

Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church Summer Schedule: Sunday Services 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

640 Alpine St., Longmont, CO 80504 303-776-1789 www.coslongmont.org Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints RINN VALLEY WARD 9029 Grand Mesa Ave., Frederick 303-682-2559 Sacrament Meeting: 1 p.m.

Bishop Gavin Payne 303-702-9359 SADDLEBACK WARD 9029 Grand Mesa Ave., Frederick 303-682-2559 Sacrament Meeting: 9 a.m.

Bishop David Parker 303-833-2121 HIGHLAND LAKE WARD 9029 Grand Mesa Ave., Frederick 303-682-2543 Sacrament Meeting: 11 a.m.

Bishop Chris LeBaron 970-535-4609

Carbon Valley Seventh-Day Adventist Church 418 8th St. #A, Dacono, CO 80514 Sabbath School 10:00 A.M. Saturday Worship Service 11:15 A.M. Pastor Frank Wilson 720-939-5472 www.carbonvalleysda.org Rejoice Lutheran Church Sunday Worship: 8:00am and 10:30am Renovations are completed & we are worshipping at 3413 Lowell Lane, Erie.

303-828-3953 Pastor Ruby Narucki www.rejoicelutheran.net St. Dimitrie the New Orthodox Church Saturdays 6:00p Vespers, Bible Study Sun. 9:00a Matins;10:00a Divine Liturgy Sun. School 11:00a 6060 Puritan Lane, Frederick, CO 80516 303 460-7035; www.sfdimitrie.org Rev. Fr. Loan Bogdan Rocky Mountain Christian Church Frederick Campus Non-denominational Christian Sunday Worship 9 & 11:15 a.m.

5860 Majestic St (CR13 N. of Hwy 52), Frederick 303.652.2211 www.rmcc.org Lead Pastor Alan Ahlgrim 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 ads@cvadz.com

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Rosario’s from pg. 1 are superb; fresh large cuts make up the rib eyes, t-bones and New York strip. Each dish, cooked to order, is topped with exceptional sauces and are tender and juicy.

The specialty Peruvian dishes are excellent with the most popular being the Lomo saltado. Strips of steak are stir-fried with onions, tomatoes and garlic and special seasonings, making for a blend of flavors that satisfy the most picky of palates.

Served with rice and steak fries, well, you’ll love it! From stuffed potatoes and shredded chicken breast with walnut sauce to Ceviche and other fish, the menu will keep you coming back for more. And that’s just lunch and dinner.

Rosario’s also serves a full breakfast starting at 8a.m. From traditional eggs and pancakes to omelets, Benedicts and breakfast sandwiches; get your morning energy at Rosario’s.

I would be remiss if I did not mention the Chicha morada.

This is a Peruvian beverage that I describe as a cross between tea and juice and it is delicious and refreshing! Purple and light, it is made from black corn. No kidding! It’s superb. They also have fountain drinks including Peruvian sodas.

Your Vacation and Cruise Specialist ~Since 1985~ How did Rosario come to open a restaurant offering Peruvian foods? Every year in July, there is a large Peruvian festival just outside of Longmont east of CR 1. Rosario attends annually and makes a dish called Pachamanca. Made traditionally, this dish of beef, potatoes, sweet humitas (like tamales) and other items is cooked in the ground surrounded by rocks. It is such a favorite each year and Rosario is continually asked if she has a restaurant. So, she fulfilled her dream that others would experience the original, unique flavors of Peruvian food.

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Peruvian food is not spicy yet rich in spices and vegetables.

They use lots of potatoes (over 100 varieties), corn and peppers.

The food is juicy and most flavorful. Rosario makes most of her food homemade including salad dressings, soups and desserts.

Parents will love the kid’s dishes costing just $3.50 and kids will simply love the food! Seniors will appreciate a 10% discount and overall, the prices are reasonable and the portions large. Oh, and the entrees are beautiful to look at too!

Rosario’s is open at 8a.m, six days a week. They are closed on Mondays. They have a conference room, they can prepare food for your event and they have seating for parties of 180. Plan your next gala at Rosario’s.

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ď‚˜ Obituaries ď‚™

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Ernest A. “Ernie� Rowe

February 27, 1930 - December 10, 2011

Ernest A. Rowe (Ernie) of Frederick passed away on December 10, 2011. He and his wife Shirley of 61 years were active in the Frederick community as a land developer of the Indian Peaks Industrial Park, Summit View Homes and Clark Plaza. Ernie was also on the Frederick/Firestone Fire Department Board for 5 years. He was a true visionary and foresaw the land development in the Carbon Valley area. He was also a General Agent for Kansas City Life for 50 years.

The ultimate family man, Ernie spent many hours supporting his children’s activities. He also bred and raced some of the best Paint Horses in the area. Ernie could also be found on a lake or by a river with a fishing pole in his hand.

He is survived by wife Shirley, children Shelley, Jamie, John and Pattie, 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

A funeral service was held at 1pm on Friday, December 16, 2011 at Ahlberg Funeral Chapel.

Interment at Foothills Gardens of Memory. In lieu of owers, donations may be made to the New Horizon Christian Church Building Fund, PO Box 7, Dacono, CO 80514. Share condolences and memories with Ernie’s family at www.ahlbergfuneralchapel.com.

Dale L. Cutler

July 17, 1929 – December 16, 2011

Dale L. Cutler of Firestone died December 16, 2011 at Longmont United Hospital. He was 82 years old.

Dale was born on July 17, 1929 in Mill City, Oregon, the son of Newton and Olive (Mace) Cutler. He honorably served in the U.S. Air Force from 1947 until his discharge in 1951.

He married Verda Weaver on April 17, 1965 in Wenatchee, Washington.

Dale was the owner and operator of Cutler Engineering in Anchorage, Alaska. He moved to Firestone in 2002.

He was a member of Calvary Church. Dale was a private pilot who loved ying, hunting and fishing. He enjoyed his family and traveling in the motor home.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Newton Cutler.

Dale is survived by his wife, Verda Cutler of Firestone; four children, Dann Cutler (Donna), Patrick Cutler (Adieu), Richard Barber, and Barbara Collins (Roy); a sister, Donna McCubbin of Alaska and nine grandchildren, Jennifer, Sherry, Lisa, Amber, Erin, Jamie, Brian, Darby and Shannon.

A memorial service will be held at 1:30PM on Monday, December 19, 2011 at Calvary Church, 2101 Gay Street in Longmont. Cremation at Ahlberg Funeral Chapel and Crematory.

Memorial contributions to Calvary Church Building Fund and mailed to Ahlberg Funeral Chapel.

Share condolences at www.ahlbergfuneralchapel.com .

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Her lasting relationships with the families make her a valuable asset and the demand for her services is constant. Call Denise for references and more information at 720.231.9382.

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A Walk on Ice is Not Nice: Small Steps for Safety on Snow and Ice

Falls rival poisoning as the number one home accident in the U.S. The number of injuries or deaths from falls due to winter conditions is not recorded by the NSC. But, safety experts agree that many injuries result from falls on icecovered surfaces.

Safety Tips It’s important that individuals recognize the hazards of slippery surfaces.

Here are helpful hints from winter-safety experts that will reduce the risk of falling when slippery conditions exist: • Wear boots or overshoes with soles. Avoid walking in shoes that have smooth surfaces, which increase the risk of slipping. • Walk consciously. Be alert to the possibility that you could quickly slip on an unseen patch of ice. Avoid the temptation to run to catch a bus or beat traffic when crossing a street. • Walk cautiously. Your arms help keep you balanced, so keep hands out of pockets and avoid carrying heavy loads that may cause you to become off balance. • Walk “small.â€? Avoid an erect, marching posture. Look to see ahead of where you step. When you step on icy areas, take short, shufing steps, curl your toes under and walk as atfooted as possible. • Remove snow immediately before it becomes packed or turns to ice. Keep your porch stoops, steps, walks and driveways free of ice by frequently applying ice melter granules. This is the best way to prevent formation of dangerous ice patches. Using a potassium-based melter, such as Safe Step, instead of salt will prevent damage to concrete, grass and other vegetation or to carpets and oors should you track in some.

Falling Safely Even when you practice safe walking FIRE habits, slipping on ice is sometimes unavoidable.

3 “The idea is 2 4 to make yourself as small as possible by rolling up into a ball.â€? We suggest RESCUE you practice the techniques as OFFICIUM, VENERATIO, PIETAS follows: • S i t on the oor with your legs out at in front of you. To simulate a backwards fall, slowly begin to lie back toward the oor and quickly tuck your head forward, chin to chest. At the same time, lift your knees to your chest and extend your arms away from your body and “slapâ€? the ground with your palms and forearms. This maneuver will help prevent your head, wrists and elbows from hitting the ground. • Assume the original position. To practice a sideways fall - which usually causes a shoulder, hip, elbow or wrist injury - begin to roll to one side or the other. As you do so, lay out your arm parallel to your body so that your forearm, not your wrist or shoulder, is first to contact the oor. Also, lift your head toward your shoulder opposite the fall. Next, practice the procedure in the opposite direction. • From a kneeling position, practice for a potential front fall. Begin to lean forward and as you fall, roll to one side, laying out your arm parallel to your body, again so the forearm and not your wrist makes contact with the oor. Lift your head to the opposite shoulder and continue to roll.

Following these guidelines may not qualify you to handle movie stunts, but they can help protect you from serious injury this winter.

For further information contact the Frederick-Firestone Fire Protection District, Administration Offices at 303-833-2742 or visit our website at: www.fffd.us.

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Tebow Wore a Microphone During Chicago Bears Game; He Reveals the Heart of a Man Sold Out to Jesus

Vol. 12, Issue 1

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By Mark Ellis, Senior Correspondent, ASSIST News Service As Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Bebow led his team to another improbable come-from-behind win against Chicago, not many realized he wore a microphone throughout the game that recorded a rare glimpse of his unusual faith.

Before the start of the game, he knelt on the sidelines in his trademark pose and uttered this prayer: “Lord, put a wall of protection around me and my teammates today. When we go out there let us honor you with everything we do and say. I love you. In Jesus name, amen.�

As he warmed up on the sidelines, Tebow sang: “Our God is an awesome God, He reigns from heaven above, with wisdom‌â€?

Throughout the game, Tebow was heard encouraging his teammates to “keep believingâ€? even as they fell behind for the first three quarters with less than stellar play. Tebow was even heard encouraging players on the opposing team. He told Chicago outside linebacker Lance Briggs, “I’ve been looking forward to playing you for a long time‌I love watching you brother.â€?

In the fourth quarter, as the Broncos set their sights on a comeback, receiver Demaryius Thomas dropped a long pass that could have turned the game around. The ball sailed right through his hands, and after the play, he parked himself on the bench, dejected.

Tebow sat down next to Thomas and said, “Guess what, you’re about to catch the game winner here. It’s no big deal (you dropped the ball). It just makes it closer for a little bit longer. You’re about to catch the game winner and then you’ll be the winner of the game.�

Only a few minutes later Tebow’s encouragement proved prophetic. Thomas caught a 10-yard pass in the end zone to put Denver within three points.

With two minutes left in the game, Denver failed in their attempt at an onside kick to recover possession.Chicago seemed to be in an unassailable position. But Tebow bowed his head as he sat on the sidelines and uttered this prayer: “Dear Jesus, I need you. Please come through for me. No matter what, win or lose Lord, give me the strength to honor you.�

On the next series, Chicago running back Marion Barber inexplicably ran out of bonds, which stopped the clock. Commentators were left shaking their heads at his puzzling error. That gave Tebow and his teammates at least 35 extra seconds to stage a final, game-tying drive.

Tebow yelled at his team: “We’re going to win this. Let’s go,� as they retook the field.

The faith-filled quarterback drove his team down the field to get within field goal range.

With only three seconds left, kicker Matt Prater crushed a 59-yard field goal to send the game into overtime. Tebow cried out, “Thank you Lord!�

On Chicago’s first opportunity to score in overtime, Marion Barber fumbled the ball away at the Broncos 33-yard line – another tragic mistake. Fans and commentators were again stunned by the dramatic turn for Denver. “The chain of events that have happened in the last few minutes have been unbelievable,� one commentator remarked.

Tebow called his mighty men into a huddle for their last series of downs. “Hey, believe here, all right?� he said. Again, he got his team into field goal range at the Chicago 33.

Tension filled the stadium as Denver’s kicker approached the ball. Tebow lowered his head in prayer, then looked up as the ball shot off Matt Prater’s foot.

Prater hit the 51-yard field goal to win the game. Delirious with joy, Tebow and his

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