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Town Accelerates Moraine Avenue Bridge Project, Plans For Intersection Closure April 8-30 In an effort to accelerate the Moraine Avenue bridge replacement project and reopen that section of U.S. 36 by Memorial Day weekend, the Town of Estes Park requested and received additional funds from the Colorado Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. An additional $191,000 will allow modifications to the work schedule to help make up time lost during work by gas and communications utilities. The goal is to complete substantial work and reopen Moraine Avenue by May 25, with minor work continuing into June.

Public Works Director Greg Muhonen commented, “Understanding the inconvenience this flood mitigation project has caused, the Town has taken many measures to reduce the construction impacts to businesses and residents. So, it was particularly disappointing to fall behind schedule in October during gas and communications utility work. We are appreciative of this additional state funding to speed up key tasks and, weather permitting, in order to have the road reopened by May 25.” The funding will pay for extra construction crew overtime, a second diversion of the river to accelerate wingwall excavation and concrete placement, and alternative methods to expedite the backfilling of the new bridge excavations.

Update on April 8-30 closure of inter-

section at Elkhorn and Moraine Avenues The Town and project partners are on schedule for the full closure of Elkhorn Avenue at Moraine Avenue April 8 (evening) through April 30. The closure will allow critical upgrades to aging underground utility infrastructure between the ongoing Moraine Avenue bridge project and Cleave Street on Big Horn Drive. Sidewalks will remain open during the intersection closure, with crosswalks and signage to help pedestrians navigate. Traffic will be detoured at Riverside Drive, Weist Drive and Cleave Street, but access for deliveries will be maintained. A map of the closure plan is available at www.estes.org/moraineavenuebridge.

Town Administrator Frank Lancaster commented, “We sincerely appreciate the patience of businesses, residents and guests. While we wish we could spare everyone from the disruption, closure of this section of Elkhorn Avenue is the only way we can replace extremely old, failing water lines, storm drainage pipes and sanitary sewer pipes.” He continued, “We experienced three major water leaks on Elkhorn Avenue in the height of summer in 2017, and Estes Park Sanitation has had two emergency repairs in Elkhorn in the last decade. We need to take opportunities like this to reduce emergency repairs, which are more inconvenient and damaging to businesses

and the rest of our community.”

Director Muhonen expressed appreciation to the State for an additional $104,000 granted to replace failing storm water drains discovered after the project began last fall. He commented, “In addition to all the other utility upgrades that have been possible with this project, the storm drainage replacement is of critical importance and will help protect our downtown during future rain events.”

A major step toward flood mitigation and resilience in the downtown area, the Moraine Avenue Bridge replacement is another example of a major endeavor planned during the winter season in an effort to reduce impacts to the community as much as possible.

This project is funded through a $2 million Community Development Block Grant for Disaster Recovery from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs through the Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management.

Visit www.estes.org/moraineavenuebridge for project updates. For more information, contact project manager Michael Todd with Cornerstone Engineering at 970-586-2458 or mtodd@ces-ccc.com.

For information on the intersection closure and logistics, contact Flood Recovery Project Associate or 970-5773574.

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Preliminary Unofficial Municipal Election Results Voters unofficially elect Cenac, Bangs and Zornes Preliminary results of the Town of Estes Park’s Municipal Election show voters have unofficially elected Marie Cenac, Carlie Bangs and Ken Zornes to serve as Trustees. Approximately 47.28 percent of active voters registered in the Estes Park town limits cast ballots in the April 3 election. Complete unofficial elections results are available at www.estes.org/elections.

The State Election Law requires the Town to send ballots to registered overseas voters per the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA). The law allows ballots from UOCAVA voters to be postmarked on Election Day and be received by the eighth day after the election to be counted. Also new for 2018 is the need for mail ballot signatures to be verified by the election judges. Any ballots the

judges are not able to verify must be cured within eight days after the election to be counted. The final canvassing of the election results will be held on the tenth day after the election, with final official results available April 12, 2018.

The newly elected officials will be sworn in at the Town Board meeting scheduled for April 24 at 7 p.m. in the Town Board Room of Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Ave. For more information on the Municipal Election, please visit www.estes.org/elections or contact Town Clerk Jackie Williamson at 970577-4771 or jwilliamson@estes.org. To receive Town news in your email inbox, please subscribe at www.estes.org/subscribe. More Town news is available at www.facebook.com/townofestesparkco and www.twitter.com/townofestespark.

League Of Women Voters To Host Special Districts Candidate Forum The League of Women Voters of Estes Park (LWVEP) is sponsoring a Voter Forum to introduce candidates for the Park Hospital District Board (Estes Park Medical Center) and candidates for the Estes Valley Recreation and Parks (EVRP) District Board. The Forum will be held on Thursday, April 12th in the Trustee Room of the Estes Park Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Avenue.

There are two candidates for the Park Hospital District Board, David Batey and Sandy Begley, running unopposed for the two ballot positions. This portion of the forum will take place from 7:00 – 7:30 p.m. The LWVEP will have prepared questions for the candidates but also welcome written questions from the audience.

There are five candidates running for

two positions on the EVRP District Board: Doyle Baker, Scott Dorman, Michelle Hiland, Jack Holmquist, and Art Messal. This part of the forum will take place from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. and the LWVEP will also take written questions from the audience.

All voters within the boundaries of the particular district who is conducting an election will be able to vote. As of this writing, the EVRPD will conduct their election in person at their polling station on the lower level of the Community Center on May 8th. For more information on this election, please contact Heather Drees at 970-586-8191 ext. 119.

The Park Hospital Board recently voted to provide a mail-in ballot.

If you have additional questions, please contact Liz Zornes at 970-480-1888.

April 10 Meeting For Democrats In Estes Valley Precinct Committee Persons and deleThe Estes Valley branch of the Larimer gates elected at the March 6 Democratic County Democrats will meet on Caucus should plan to attend, Tuesday, April 10, from 6:00 to as well as other Democrats and 7:30 p.m. in the Wasson Room unaffiliated voters interested of the Estes Valley Library. in volunteering or otherwise Topics to be covered will include working with the Democrats discussion of 2018 candidates, rein the 2018 elections. ports from delegates to the Larimer For more information, you may email County Assembly, and planning our getout-the-vote efforts for the primary elec- Vicky Henry, Democratic PCP Coordition in June and general election in No- nator, at DemsVHenry@yahoo.com. vember.

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Time For Estes Park To Realize The Dream Of A Community Performing Arts Center By: Albert Milano, Executive Director, Rocky Mountain Performing Arts Center

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More than two decades have passed since people first proposed that Estes Park build a proper performing arts theater, yet there is very little to show for the multiple efforts. The time may be now or never. Of course, the first formal concert hall to be built in the town was built by the visionary himself, F.O. Stanley…. but that was it. Since then most shows that have been produced have been given in ‘found’ spaces.

While that’s okay, many people believe Estes Park deserves better.

The most recent group to revive the quest for a performing arts theater was EPIC, which brought me to Estes Park. EPIC’s board hired me because of my track record in guiding the project development and successful capital campaigns to construct five performing arts centers around the country.

From the start, however, it was apparent that the proposed theater design would not serve local performers or residents very well, so we changed it. We moved to a smaller, extremely versatile theater design. With community input, we also revised the planned programming and business model to reflect and answer the needs of residents and the thousands of visitors who come to the mountains.

Soon after, it became clear that the downtown location held through a real estate purchase option (paid over five long years) could not be acquired under the agreed original terms. A detailed cost analysis showed that it would cost $8 million to simply prepare the site to be suitable for a theater, so we changed it.

A task force of leading citizens reviewed 26 building sites to find an alternative, and they finally focused on the very site that F. O. Stanley donated to the town in 1936. The fairgrounds. Stanley stipulated that the town should develop the donated land to promote entertainment and recreation for the people. And some interesting buildings have been built on or near the site for these purposes.

However, the key structure that was built, the Town Event Center, was undertaken with no sense of history nor experience with similar municipal structures throughout the United States. Many municipal auditoriums were built beginning in the 1930s, and they deteriorated under public control or management. Estes Park established its answer to the question in the same way and is experiencing the same drain on public funds that they did.

Publicly managed entertainment or event centers usually run down because few municipal governments will put taxpayer dollars at risk to underwrite the

shows that are required for them to be active and successful. And they should not take that risk.

My very first experience in raising funds to build performing arts facilities was in a town that had recently privatized its municipal auditorium following decades of near inactivity on its stages.

The auditorium was reborn through a mixture of local performing arts programs and events that were booked in by the private managers. Was this a

fluke? No. Years later I worked in a slightly larger city that had rescued its municipal auditorium with the same solution – privatization.

EPIC has proposed to build a performing arts center at Stanley Park, on the fairgrounds, entirely with private funds.

Not only would the construction and operation of the center be a boon to the town economy, but no public funds would be sought to operate it thereafter.

The section of Stanley Park that we seek has NEVER been developed over an 82-year period. At least three Town Master Plans have been funded with taxpayer dollars since 2003 and none of them yielded any practical direction for the development of the roughly nine acres under consideration. The best ideas to come forward at the taxpayers’ expense have been for the equivalent of more pickle ball courts.

It’s ok to me if a few local political leaders profess openly that they don’t care for the arts and entertainment.

That’s their right. But is that view right for Estes Park?

Based on my experience helping to build performing arts centers in five cities and too many theaters to mention in other cities and towns, I can say with confidence that most citizens don’t feel this way. Most people in those places feel enriched by the programs that are presented in such facilities and many others have benefitted economically from development that has made their cities more appealing to businesses and tourists alike.

At the end of the day a performing arts center will either be built in Estes Park or it won’t be. I think you, the reader, have the crucial stake to help decide this.

Ed. Note: Contact Anne Morris, EPIC’s outreach coordinator, at annemorriscolorado@gmail.com if you or your organization would be interested in a presentation on the mission, design, and location of the proposed performing arts center.

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Energy Efficiency Programs Pay Dividends Collaboration with communities is saving customers money on monthly utility bills, reducing long-term need for energy resources Platte River Power Authority’s collaborative work on energy efficiency programs with the distribution utilities of its owner communities continues to gain traction according to a recent study.

Homeowners and businesses in Estes Park, Fort Collins, Longmont and Loveland who participated in one or more Efficiency Works programs between 2014 and 2016 built a total of 55,000 megawatt-hours (MWh) of annual energy savings by the end of the study period, according to a review recently concluded by Research into Action. By the end of 2016, new energy savings were enough to cover the annual power consumption by approximately 6,500 of the region’s typical households.

“We’re pleased with the results of this study because it confirms our intent to help our customers use energy more wisely, ” said Jason Frisbie, general manager and CEO of Platte River Power Authority. “Energy efficiency, demand response and distributed energy resources are part of our overall portfolio diversification strategy and we help save customers’ money when using the programs. It’s good for Platte River, the customers and our environment. ” Platte River began offering energy efficiency programs and services in 2002. In 2014, Platte River and its owner communities joined forces under the shared Efficiency Works brand to gain greater efficiencies within common offerings while enabling cities to also offer programs unique to their respective needs.

Since 2002, Platte River’s energy efficiency programs have reduced the need for approximately 196,000 MWh of annual energy production.

Energy Efficiency Audit Page 2 of 2 Both Fort Collins Utilities and Platte River had planned to conduct an independent evaluation of the Efficiency Works programs and decided to combine efforts to more cost-effectively assess programs across all four cities served by Platte River. The evaluators re-

EVFPD firefighters generally respond to medical calls in their personal vehicles, allowing for a faster response. On other incidents, firefighters respond to a fire station to respond in department apparatus with specialized equipment.

During the week of March 25, the Estes Valley Fire Protection District

viewed both commercial and residential energy efficiency program offerings for Fort Collins and all four of Platte Rivers’ owner communities combined. The evaluation focused on verifying program outcomes – energy savings in relation to investments in efficiency – and on identifying opportunities for improving programs. The study found that investments in energy efficiency by Platte River, utilities and customers were more than outweighed by the long-term benefit of reducing investments in electric generation.

The study also offered recommendations to improve energy efficiency programs, many of which have been implemented or are under review for implementation. Suggestions include ways to improve program documentation, streamlining program participation processes, and increasing outreach to customers and local contractors.

“Our owner communities and the customers they serve deserve the best value for every dollar we invest so we are pleased to learn of ways to continually improve our programs and processes, ” said Frisbie.

The study was conducted by Research into Action. A copy of the report can be found here.

Efficiency Works is a collaboration of common efficiency programs between the utilities of Estes Park Light & Power, Fort Collins Utilities, Longmont Power & Communications, Loveland Water and Power, and Platte River Power Authority. Each utility designates funding to help support the Efficiency Works program and its goals. Funding provided by each utility is only used in that utility’s community, ensuring ratepayers are only helping to fund programs in their own communities.

Platte River Power Authority is a notfor-profit wholesale electricity generation and transmission provider that delivers safe, reliable, environmentally responsible and competitively priced energy and services to its owner communities of Estes Park, Fort Collins, Longmont and Loveland, Colorado, for delivery to their utility customers.

(EVFPD) responded to six calls for service. This included: • Motor vehicle crashes: 2 • Emergency medical (assist EPMC): 3 • Smoke/odor investigation: 1 • Smoke/CO alarm: 0 • Fires: 0 Estes Valley Fire www.estesvalleyfire.org

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Estes Park Declares May 5 Rotary Duck Race Day, Encourages Front Range Residents To Join The Fun By: Rita DuChateau

support of local sponsors provides fabulous prizes and makes it possible to return 95% of the funds raised to the participating organizations; and WHEREAS, on Saturday, May 5, 2018, the 30th annual race will take place with close to 6,000 rubber ducks entering Fall River at Nicky’s Restaurant and crossing the finish line at George Hix Riverside Plaza downtown; and WHEREAS, there will be hundreds of prizes, live entertainment, food, and fun activities for adults and children; and WHEREAS, the Estes Park Rotary Duck Race is the largest general charitable fundraiser in the Estes Valley, annually generating over $100,000 for charities and groups that benefit local residents.

NOW, THEREMembers of the Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Festival ComFORE, BE IT REmittee celebrated the kickoff of Duck Race 2018 at Duck CenSOLVED that the tral, in the Ridgeline Hotel. Courtesy photos Mayor and Board in The Ridgeline Hotel, “Big Duck” Brad of Trustees of the Town of Estes Park do Rosenbaum thanked Mayor Todd Jirsa hereby proclaim Saturday, May 5, 2018, and the Town of Estes Park for support of as ESTES PARK ROTARY DUCK RACE the 30th Annual Estes Park Rotary Duck DAY Race Festival.

Adoption forms are available at Duck Central, 101 S. St. Vrain, Estes Park, as well as from representatives of the 68 nonprofit charities and organizations that will benefit from the race. Online adoptions are open at epduckrace.org and https://www.facebook.com/EP"Big Duck 18" Brad Rosenbaum (left) listens to Mayor Todd Jirsa DuckRace. proclaim May 5 The Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Day as Lucky, And now for the the Duck Race mascot, applauds on March 29. official Proclamation: in the Town of Estes WHEREAS, the Estes Park Park, and urge all citiRotary Duck Race Festival is a zens along the front community service project of range to join the festivithe Rotary Club of Estes Park; ties and fun and celeand brate the 30th annual Estes Park Rotary Duck WHEREAS, the annual RoRace. tary Duck Race Festival gives non-profit organizations and groups an opportunity to raise funds through the adoption of ducks; and WHEREAS, the generous T. Buck The Town of Estes Park passed an official proclamation March 29 to recognize the Rotary Club of Estes Park’s Duck Race Festival as the largest charitable fundraiser in the Estes Valley and declare Saturday, May 5 as Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Day. Members of the Duck Race committee, including mascot Lucky Duck, flew in to accept the proclamation. At Duck Central

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Duck Race Seeks Volunteers To Help On Race Day The Estes Park Duck Race needs volunteers to carry a big stick, push little ducks around, and keep people out of Fall River.

“We need about 30 to 40 people to help corral the ducks as they float down Fall River, as well as making sure people don’t fall into the river,” said Gene Oja, the new “sheriff ” of the duck race. Oja said volunteers should contact him at info@eeojadds.com as soon as possible.

On race day, Saturday, May 5th, volunteers should check in at the Big Horn Restaurant at 401 W. Elkhorn in the rear Deli Room at 12:00-12:30 p.m. where they will sign in, get a security hat and vest, a long pole to push ducks back into the running water, and instructions on what part of Fall River they are assigned to work.

The Estes Park Duck Race, run by the Rotary Club of Estes Park, is the largest general charitable fund raiser in the Estes Valley helping raise funds for over 65 charitable organizations and agencies that benefit area residents.

Corralling more than 5,000 ducks floating down Fall River from Nicky’s Resort to the Wheel Bar in Riverside Plaza in downtown Estes Park is a large undertaking that requires volunteer manpower.

Oja said the primary concern for security volunteers is safety. “It’s basically making sure children are kept away from the river banks and that people don’t touch the ducks,” Gene explained.

“Secondly, push ducks away from obstacles, such as whirlpools, bushes, and the like. And the volunteers shouldn’t abandon their post on the river until the duck sweepers reaches them. They probably will be working from about 1:15 p.m. (shortly after the ducks drop into the river at Nicky’s Resort) until about 3:30 p.m. or so.”

Duck patrol volunteers are not expected to be police or law enforcement officers. “If people are stealing ducks, just ask them to return them to the river,” said Gene. “Our main concern is safety.”

Volunteers must be at least 21-years old. Oja is also issuing a special call for "sweepers" this year. Sweepers wear waders while clearing a section of the river of wayward ducks. A bit more strenuous than shoreline helping, sweepers also need a strong sense of balance. Waders are available for those that need them. Anyone interested in being a duck patrol volunteer should sign up in advance by contacting Gene Oja at info@eeojadds.com.

Calling All Duck Race Major Sponsors All Major Sponsors of the 2018 Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Festival are invited to a special photo at noon on Friday, April 13, with mascot Lucky Duck and Big Duck ‘18 Brad Rosenbaum. The annual group photo of major sponsors is used on our website and in our publicity, and will be available for sponsors to use in their publicity.

Sponsors should assem-

ble at Riverside Plaza (behind The Wheel Bar) a few minutes before noon to collect their hand-painted sponsor duck for the photo.

Questions? Contact Sponsor Coordinator Bill Solms at (305) 205-6460.

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Brodie Avenue Improvement Project Delayed

The Brodie Avenue Improvement project, which plans for the addition of a 10foot wide pedestrian trail as well as roadway, traffic, and drainage improvements along Brodie Avenue, has been delayed until June 2019. Design work for the project is still anticipated to be complete in 2018.

Based on recent information received from CDOT regarding the timeline of the Town’s awarded Colorado Safe Routes to School grant, the earliest construction could begin on this project is September 2018 when school is back in session. Construction during this timeframe could cre-

ate a negative impact on access to the elementary and middle schools. In addition, beginning construction in September may expose the project to weather delays that could impact the new paving, leaving Brodie Avenue in a state of disrepair over the winter season. Another consideration is the delayed receipt of nearly $1 million in federal reimbursements for floor repairs completed on the Fish Creek trail.

Reimbursements need to be received before committing staff to new trail projects.

Finally, the Town’s Engineering Division has personnel transitions occurring and a vacancy to fill. Removing this project from the immediate work load will help the division successfully deliver the best service to customers during this transition.

For more information about the status of this project please contact Kelly Stallworth via email at kstallworth@estes.org or by phone at 970-577-3577.

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Historic Fall River Hydroplant Volunteer Docents Needed The Estes Park Museum seeks individ- Fundaun at mfundaun@estes.org or uals interested in the history of hy970-577-3762. For further information dropower and the Estes Park area to regarding volunteer applications and serve as tour guides at the Historic Fall opportunities, please visit the Estes Park River Hydroplant. Built in 1909 by F. O. Museum website at www.estes.org/muStanley, the Hydroplant was the source seum. of electricity for the Stanley Hotel. In The mission of the Estes Park Museum 1982, the plant was destroyed in the is to conduct activities that preserve, Lawn Lake Flood. The building was reshare and respect the unique history of stored and listed on the National RegisEstes Park. For more information, call ter of Historic Places in 2002. The Hythe Estes Park Museum at 970-586-6256 droplant is open May 29 through or visit the Museum's website at September 2, 2018, Tuesday through Sunday from 1-4 p.m. Training will be provided by current docents and Museum staff.

Responsibilities for this position include opening and closing the Hydroplant, leading tours through the facility, and conducting book sales. Volunteer shifts run from 1-4 p.m. If you are interested in volunteering at the Fall River Hydroplant please contact Curator of Interpretation, Mikaela The Historic Fall River Hydroplant.

Free Home Improvements For Seniors

For the ninth consecutive year, Estes Park Baptist Church (EPBC) will invite skilled labor volunteers with free home improvements through its annual Impact Estes. Homeowners provide materials; Impact will provide free skilled labor. Work is offered on an assessed needs basis. e deadline for senior homeowners to secure free help is May 1, 2018. To schedule volunteers, call the church now at 970-586-2463.

Each year the number of Estes Park senior “clients” has grown with approximately 40 Impact Estes projects competed last year. ere will be a limited number so please call ASAP. Electricians, painters, carpenters, plumbers and landscapers arrive at their own expense to assist with Impact Estes. is year a work team of volunteers will arrive from a church in Alabama. For help call Estes Park Baptist Church at 970-586-2463.

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epnews.com Memorizing and reciting poetry used to be a part of most schools’ curriculum until about 1950. The idea was to foster a love of poetry (which probably backfired half the time), to preserve and pass down quality works through the generations, and to eradicate lower-class jargon and accents.

No one considered how memorizing poetry might help save someone’s life. Yet that is exactly how it worked for Arizona Senator John McCain while a tortured prisoner-of-war for five years during the Vietnam War. When he was captured in 1967, Bill Lawrence, the man in the cell next to McCain, had already memorized the poem The Cremation of Sam McGee by Robert W. Service (1907).

During captivity, Lawrence developed a tapping code to repeatedly send lines of the poem to McCain. McCain would memorize the lines and tap the wall to send them back. This is how the men kept their minds active and how McCain was able to memorize all 14 stanzas of the poem. The poem’s tale of tenacity must have resonated with two men trying to help each other stay alive in the POW camp.

There are strange things done in the midnight sun By the men who moil for gold; The Arctic trails have their secret tales That would make your blood run cold; The Northern Lights have seen queer sights, But the queerest they ever did see Was that night on the marge of Lake Lebarge I cremated Sam McGee. Now Sam McGee was from Tennessee, where the cotton blooms and blows.

Why he left his home in the South to roam 'round the Pole, God only knows.

He was always cold, but the land of gold seemed to hold him like a spell; Though he'd often say in his homely way that "he'd sooner live in hell."

On a Christmas Day we were mushing our way over the Dawson trail.

Talk of your cold! through the parka's fold it stabbed like a driven nail.

If our eyes we'd close, then the lashes froze till sometimes we couldn't see; It wasn't much fun, but the only one to whimper was Sam McGee. And that very night, as we lay packed tight in our robes beneath the snow, And the dogs were fed, and the stars o'erhead were dancing heel and toe, He turned to me, and "Cap," says he, "I'll cash in this trip, I guess; And if I do, I'm asking that you won't refuse my last request."

Well, he seemed so low that I couldn't say no; then he says with a sort of moan: "It's the cursèd cold, and it's got right hold till I'm chilled clean through to the bone.

Yet 'tain't being dead—it's my awful dread of the icy grave that pains; So I want you to swear that, foul or fair, you'll cremate my last remains."

A pal's last need is a thing to heed, so I swore I would not fail; And we started on at the streak of dawn; but God! he looked ghastly pale.

He crouched on the sleigh, and he raved all day of his home in Tennessee; And before nightfall a corpse was all that was left of Sam McGee. There wasn't a breath in that land of death, and I hurried, horror-driven, With a corpse half hid that I couldn't get rid, because of a promise given; It was lashed to the sleigh, and it seemed to say: "You may tax your brawn and brains, But you promised true, and it's up to you to cremate those last remains."

Now a promise made is a debt unpaid, and the trail has its own stern code.

In the days to come, though my lips were dumb, in my heart how I cursed that load.

In the long, long night, by the lone firelight, while the huskies, round in a ring, Howled out their woes to the homeless snows— O God! how I loathed the thing.

And every day that quiet clay seemed to heavy and heavier grow; And on I went, though the dogs were spent and the grub was getting low; The trail was bad, and I felt half mad, but I swore I would not give in; And I'd often sing to the hateful thing, and it hearkened with a grin.

Till I came to the marge of Lake Lebarge, and a derelict there lay; It was jammed in the ice, but I saw in a trice it was called the "Alice May." And I looked at it, and I thought a bit, and I looked at my frozen chum; Then "Here," said I, with a sudden cry, "is my cre-ma-tor-eum."

Some planks I tore from the cabin floor, and I lit the boiler fire; Some coal I found that was lying around, and I heaped the fuel higher; The flames just soared, and the furnace roared—such a blaze you seldom see; And I burrowed a hole in the glowing coal, and I stuffed in Sam McGee.

I was sick with dread, but I bravely said: "I'll just take a peep inside.

I guess he's cooked, and it's time I looked";... then the door I opened wide.

And there sat Sam, looking cool and calm, in the heart of the furnace roar; And he wore a smile you could see a mile, and he said: "Please close that door.

It's fine in here, but I greatly fear you'll let in the cold and storm— Since I left Plumtree, down in Tennessee, it's the first time I've been warm."

Then I made a hike, for I didn't like to hear him sizzle so; And the heavens scowled, and the huskies howled, and the wind began to blow.

It was icy cold, but the hot sweat rolled down my cheeks, and I don't know why; And the greasy smoke in an inky cloak went streaking down the sky.

There are strange things done in the midnight sun By the men who moil for gold; The Arctic trails have their secret tales That would make your blood run cold; The Northern Lights have seen queer sights, But the queerest they ever did see Was that night on the marge of Lake Lebarge I cremated Sam McGee.

I do not know how long in the snow I wrestled with grisly fear; But the stars came out and they danced about ere again I ventured near;

You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2018 Sarah Donohoe

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Perennial All Stars & Promising Rookies For Estes Valley Gardeners The next meeting of the Estes Valley Garden Club will be Monday, April 9th, from 10:30 - noon in the Hondius Room of the library. The meeting is open to the public. Garden Club member Merle M. Moore will talk about some perennials that have consistently performed well in our Estes Valley gardens.

All Star Perennials are characterized by having beauty, durability, and hardiness.

Merle believes that observing our native perennial plants helps us gain insight into which non-native, adapted perennials are likely to succeed.

His presentation will also include a look at some promising new perennials that we could be using in our gardens.

Merle has been a member of the Colorado State University Trial Gardens Committee for over 20 years and each

year he evaluates promising new annual and perennial plants for our Colorado growing conditions. Merle is developing his own small Estes Park garden to be a blend of both native and adapted, non-native perennials. He is also developing a mostly native plant meadowgarden adjacent to his perennial gardens.

You will have an opportunity to share your thoughts about perennials you are growing that ought to rate “All Star” status.

As always, the Estes Park Garden Club presents these programs for the general interest of our community. We welcome all who are interested, you do not need to be a member to attend one of our programs. Please join us! This program is being organized and hosted by Liz Zornes.

The ads that you see in this newspaper also appear in our online “Virtual EEdition” newspaper as well. And, these ads are linked directly to their websites.

For many of our advertising customers, we include rotating banner ads on our website too! We average between 30,000 to 40,000 people visiting our website every month!!

So when businesses buy ads in the Estes Park News printed version, they are also getting multiple additional marketing exposures on the internet too. We do this because we appreciate our loyal advertising customers.

You may have noticed lately that we’ve been using a new slogan, “Good News, Good Choice!”

We began our business in 2000, over 17 years ago, and our mission has always been to promote the good things about the Estes Park community. We thank you for the great opportunities you give us to do exactly that!

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Eagle Rock School Produces Colorado Premiere Of The Musical “Allegiance”

The Colorado premiere of the musical Allegiance will be staged early next month in Estes Park by students at Eagle Rock School, with a talk-back session with cast members on the docket for one of the three performances.

Allegiance, which was inspired by the personal experiences of noted actor George Takei (who currently stars in the Los Angeles premier of the musical), is the story of the Kimura family, whose lives were upended — along with those of 120,000 other JapaneseAmericans, all of whom were forced to leave their homes following the events of Pearl Harbor that preceded World War II. Allegiance-The Colorado performance constitutes Eagle Rock School’s 2018 Spring Musical, and in preparation, students attended numerous local theater performances, visited with Japanese American internment survivors, attended history lectures and toured a traveling Smithsonian exhibit called “I Want the Wide American Earth,” and participated in a rigorous 10-week Eagle Rock School class aimed at supporting students in the development of their acting and production support skills.

Allegiance will be shown at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, April 5 through 7, at the Ruesch Auditorium at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park. With music and lyrics by Jay Kuo and a book by Marc Acito, Kuo and Lorenzo Thione, the musical focuses on the Kimuras, a family forced to leave their home in Salinas, Calif., and relocate to Heart Mountain Camp in Wyoming.

Sam Kimura seeks to prove his patriotism by fighting for his country in the war, but his sister, Kei, fiercely protests the government’s treatment of her people. An uplifting testament to the power of the human spirit, Allegiance follows the Kimuras as they fight between duty and defiance, custom and change, family bonds and forbidden loves.

Student participation in this premier production included learning the musi-

cal content of the play, as well as the history and significance that encompasses the story. Eagle Rock School students also analyzed the historical content in an attempt to relate to these Japanese survivors.

As part of the 10-week class referenced above, all of the students participating in the production completed a character analysis to better understand a favorite character, investigating that character and asking why they made the choices they made.

They created a backstory for the character, giving them an emotional arc, and they mapped out with whom that character had a relationship and why.

The students also talked with local Asian American and Pacific Islander organizations to learn more about the history and stories of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States.

They visited University of Northern Colorado to see the traveling “I Want the Wide American Earth” Smithsonian exhibit and met with local community members about the production. The students also talked and worked with internment survivors and participated in a presentation and discussion with them. And, in order to enhance their understanding of theater productions, the students viewed three productions, including one at the high school level, a college production and a professional staged performance at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts complex.

Following the April 6 showing of Allegiance, students will host a talk back with the audience. And on Saturday, April 7, they will host an awards ceremony and reception with refreshments to follow.

To purchase tickets to see Allegiance in person April 5 through 7 at the Ruesch Auditorium at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, please contact Eagle Rock Music Instructional Specialist & Spruce House Parent Meg Tokunaga-Scanlon by email using: erstheatre@eaglerockschool.org.

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Estes Park Internationale Aviation Club Meeting April 11th In November countries around the become Feature and Special Section Edworld will commemorate itor with the Estes Park Trailthe one hundredth anniverGazette. After leaving the sary of the signing of the newspaper, she worked at the armistice that ended fightTown of Estes Park for a ing in World War I. At the number of years and a Aviation Club’s monthly weekly columnist with the meeting Wednesday, April Estes Park News.

11th, Laurie Button will While the seeds for her inpresent a program to the terest in World War I were group about “The Great planted nearly thirty years War.” Her presentation will ago, it’s been in the past few begin with an overview of years that researching “The Laurie Button the conflict and then shift War to End All Wars” has beto our nation’s involvement and the excome Button’s passion. She and her husperiences of one particular Doughboy band, Joel, have traveled to France and serving with the American ExpediBelgium twice to visit battlefields, musetionary Forces. There will also be a disums, and other historic sites. They will play of WWI artifacts and vintage publi- return to Europe in November to particcations. The meeting will begin at 6:30 ipate in Veterans Day ceremonies at the p.m. in the Hondius Room of the Estes Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery in Valley Library at 335 East Elkhorn Ave. northeastern France, as well as to reThe public is invited. trace the steps of the Doughboy people Button moved to Estes Park in 1991 to will meet during the presentation.

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Holy Yoga At MedX Thursday Mornings Looking for a work out that nurtures your body and soul?

Join Alicia from Zoomet Yoga, LLC for a Holy Yoga gentle flow class. (non-denominational Christian based) Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. at MedX of Estes Park, located at 158 1st Street. Cost per class is $5 plus MedX membership, Silver Sneakers,

or Day Pass.

Unplug from the noise of everyday and listen for that small still voice as you move through yoga postures.

Classes open and close with prayer and scripture is used as a foundation for each class.

For more information contact Alicia at zoometyoga@gmail.com or call 970480-7511.

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Upcoming Programs And Events For Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center Registration and additional information may be found at www.epnonprofit.org April Thursday, April 12, Noon – 1:30 p.m., Hondius Room of the Estes Valley Library Lunch & Learn: Mental Health Matters with Behavioral Health Project Director, Laurie Stolen. MHM was born out of the Larimer County five-year strategic plan which recognizes a gap in services around behavioral health and substance abuse treatment throughout the county.

The focus of MHM is to enhance behavioral health services within Larimer County communities. With a goal of dedicated funding to support long-term solutions, MHM works to develop essential partnerships and community collaboration needed to strengthen and expand the vision for integrated mental health services. Join us to learn how these efforts will impact Estes Park and our nonprofit organizations. Ask questions specific to nonprofit work and learn the current status toward the goal of comprehensive mental health services throughout Larimer County.

Monday, April 16, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Presbyterian Church of the Rockies, 700 Brodie Ave. Putting Board Governance Strategies into Practice At this training, nonprofit organization staff and board members will learn how to put policy and board governance strategies into daily, operational practice.

Through organizational self-survey, scenario exploration, and interactive group activities you and your board will learn how to identify roles of staff and boards, recruiting board members, strategic master planning, and more! This is a free, all-day training in partnership with Estes Valley Crisis Advocates and fea-

tures trainer, Bob Over, a nonprofit leader and trainer with decades of experience guiding and developing effective nonprofit principles.

Wednesday, April 18, 6-8 p.m., Hondius Room of the Estes Valley Library Brain Architecture Game Join EPNRC and EVICS to play a game that highlights the great importance of early brain development. Work with colleagues and friends to build the tallest brain you can. See how positive and adverse experiences impact brain growth and development. This is a fun training for parents, educators, nonprofits, leaders, professionals… everyone! Register at: estesvalleylibrary.org Monday, April 30, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Hondius Room of the Estes Valley Library Facilitated Webinar: Effecting Program Development for the Start-Up or Young Nonprofit Increasingly donors and funders want to know that a nonprofit organization has a sound plan to use its human, financial, and programmatic resources most effectively. A business plan is a thoughtful, systematic projection of the financial, marketing, personnel, and real costs and effort of a program that helps accomplish a nonprofit's mission. In this session you will learn how to create a business plan and to structure a program plan to enhance your organization's effectiveness May Saturday, May 5 Rotary Club Duck Race! Celebrate our nonprofit community at this fun, annual fundraising event from the Rotary Club of Estes Park. Festivities begin at 8:30 a.m. with the Duck Waddle 5K, with a full day of fun, family activities throughout town.

Join the fun!

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YMCA Offers New Teen Backpacking Camps For 2018 Summer Season

This summer, YMCA of the Rockies is offering a two-night, three-day co-ed backpacking trip for teens ages 13-15 in the wilderness areas of northern Colorado. Teens will discover their strengths while enjoying the great outdoors. Participants will return from their backpacking experience knowing that the confidence, strength, and friendships they developed will help them take on any challenge on the trail, in the classroom, or back home in their communities.

Dates for trips are July 9-13, 2018 and July 30-August 3, 2018. Cost for the trip is $300.

Participants will develop valuable outdoor skills while discovering the wonders of nature. Teens will also learn to cook their own meals, set up their own tents, and use water purification systems when out in the wilderness. This program works to remove cultural and social barriers and instead focus on acceptance and community awareness.

Participants will be a part of a team that supports and accepts one another.

The program’s focus on youth develop-

ment through outdoor education deeply resonates with the core values and mission of the YMCA. “When you put a teenager in the wilderness with their peers, it takes them out of their everyday routine and creates an environment for them to think and see clearly without distractions, “according to Brandon Reynolds, Outdoor Education Director at YMCA of the Rockies. It takes preparation, teamwork, and resilience to go on a successful backpacking trip. The lessons and bonds they gain from this experience can be life changing.”

The teen backpacking program at YMCA of the Rockies is a unique opportunity for teens to learn about the outdoors while simultaneously making new friendships and lifelong memories.

The staff is extensively trained, the activities are carefully designed for maximum results, and the location is right next to the Rocky Mountain National Park. Register online at ymcarockies.org/summer-day-camp.

For more information, contact Brandon Reynolds at 970-586-3341 ext. 1122.

Give your teen the time of a lifetime and sign them up today!

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A Wildlife Reminder: The Bears Are Out!

now’s the time to start thinking about how you can be bear aware.

By taking some simple precautions, you can avoid conflicts with bears at your home and in your neighborhood.

Here is a list that will help us to keep bears Bears are out and Colorado Parks and Wildlife is reminding everyone to wild: be "bear aware." Photo by Paul Marcotte pauljmarcottephotography.com/ Around the house Bears have emerged from hibernation Keep garbage in a well-secured location. and are on the prowl for food. Colorado Only put out garbage on the morning of Parks and Wildlife is sending its annual pickup. reminder, asking Colorado residents and Clean garbage cans regularly to keep visitors to be “Bear Aware.” them odor free. The scent of ammonia In early spring, bears can usually find can deter bears. sources of natural food as wild plants beUse a bear-resistant trash can or dumpgin to grow nutritious new sprouts. Bears ster.

These are available from your trash also prefer natural sources of food. But if hauler or on Internet sites. food becomes scarce some bears will go Bears have an excellent sense of smell, to residential areas looking for a meal. so try to prevent odors. If you don't have Significant bear/human conflicts ususecure storage, put items that might beally don’t start until mid-summer. But

come smelly into the freezer until trash day.

Keep garage doors closed.

Lock your doors when you’re away from home and at night.

Keep the bottom floor windows of your house closed when you're not at home.

Clean-up thoroughly after picnics in the yard or on the deck. Don't allow food odors to linger.

Talk to your neighbors and kids about being bear aware.

Minimize items that attract bears or other wildlife Do not attract other wildlife by feeding them.

Don't leave pet food or stock feed outside.

Bird feeders are a major source of bear/human conflicts. Attract birds naturally with flowers and water baths. Do not hang bird feeders from April 15 to Nov. 15.

If you must have bird feeders: clean up beneath them every day, bring them in at night, and hang them high so that they're completely inaccessible to bears.

Bears have good memories and will return to places they’ve found food.

Allow grills to burn for a couple of minutes after cooking to burn off grease and to eliminate odors. Clean the grill after each use.

If you have fruit trees, pick fruit before

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it gets too ripe. Don't allow fruit to rot on the ground.

Secure compost piles. Bears are attracted to the scent of rotting food -- and they'll eat almost anything.

If you keep small livestock, keep animals in a fully covered enclosure, don’t store food outside, keep enclosures clean to minimize odors, hang rags soaked in ammonia around the enclosure.

If you have bee hives, install electric fencing where allowed.

Be careful with vehicles and at campsites Do not keep food in your vehicle; roll up windows and lock the doors of your vehicles.

When car-camping, secure all food and coolers in a locked vehicle after you’ve eaten.

Keep a clean camp, whether you’re in a campground or in the back-country.

When camping in the back-country, hang food 100 feet or more from campsite.

Don’t bring any food or fragrant items into your tent Cook food well away from your tent; wash dishes thoroughly.

For more information go to the Living with Wildlife section on the Colorado Parks and Wildlife web site: cpw.state.co.us.

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Quota Club’s Taste Of Estes Thursday, April 19 At YMCA By: Kris Hazelton

Get your taste buds ready for a delicious evening at Quota Club of Estes Park’s 34th annual Taste of Estes event.

This fun community tradition features some of the areas best restaurants offering savory samples of their menu offerings. At the event, you’ll enjoy an endless array of delicious foods from: Hunter’s Chophouse, Himalayan Curry & Kebob, The Dunraven Inn, Latitude 105, The Egg & I, Sweet Basilico Café, Pepper’s Mexican Grill, Oscar Blues Grill, YMCA of the Rockies, Bird and Jim, LaMexicana, Seasoned Bistro, The Taffy Shop, Otherside Restaurant, Claire’s on the Park, Starbucks, Lonigan’s, Ed’s Cantina, Tavern at Mary’s Lake Lodge, Estes Park Brewery, Waterfront Grille, Snowy Peaks Winery, The Wild Rose, Rock Cut Brewing Co. and Cinnamon’s Bakery pairing with Kind Coffee.

The Taste of Estes will be held on Thursday, April 19th at the Assembly Hall at the YMCA of the Rockies from 5:30-8:00 p.m.

A fun addition to Taste of Estes is Quota Club’s drawing for a one of a kind, artist crafted wine glass, tissue box or wooden stool.

The crafts will be on display at the event where you can purchase tickets to enter to win your favorite. Tickets will cost $1 for one ticket, $5 for six tickets and $10 for 13 tickets. Each ticket offers

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April 11, 2018 Estes Valley Community Center (660 Community Dr, Estes Park)

Larimer County's Principal Planner, Matt Lafferty, will discuss the Mountain Resilience Plan (Phase 1 of the Larimer County Comprehensive Plan).

Comments on upcoming land use items cannot be taken at these meetings, however we can share details about public hearing opportunities.

For more info or to be added to the email list for citizen meetings, contact Alisha Jeffers at (970)498-7149 or ajeffers@larimer.org or at www.larimer.org/bocc

you a chance to win. Winners names will be drawn at the end of the night at Taste of Estes.

A big shout out to the generous Taste sponsors RE/MAX Mountain Brokers, State Farm Insurance, Bank of Colorado, Coldwell Banker/Estes Village Properties, the YMCA of the Rockies, Bank of Estes Park and Edward Jones.

Taste of Estes is a fun springtime event where you not only enjoy great food, you get to venture out and reconnect with your friends and neighbors who you may not have seen during these long winter months.

Proceeds from Taste tickets go to support the various club projects Quota works on such as the upcoming ambulance drive, to purchase another new ambulance for our community as well as automatic heart defibrillators-making Estes Park a “heart safe” community, student grants, hearing and speech needs, service to youth and elderly needs, international and community projects and more!

Tickets are now on sale for $20 for adults, $10 for kids 12 and under and can be purchased at A la Carte, the Estes Park Visitors Center, Macdonald Book Shop and EP News office or from any Quota member. Get your tickets today, this event is often a sell-out!

Don’t miss the Taste of Estes, a delicious Estes Park tradition. It’s the place to be!

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EVICS Early Childhood Conference April 21

Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success (EVICS) is proud to offer our 9th annual Estes Park Early Childhood Conference on April 21 in partnership with the YMCA of the Rockies. The conference began as an opportunity to gather all Early Childhood professionals in Estes Park, and allow school professionals, home childcare providers, and professionals throughout the field to gather and network. Throughout the years, it has grown to include individuals from all of Colorado with registration averaging 50 participants. EVICS continues to support our local EC professionals through a significant discount and scholarships, as needed. Local participants can attend the full day conference for $25.

This year, the conference will focus on mental health, wellness, and mindfulness for Early Childhood Professionals and the children in their care. Through sessions ranging from provider reflective practice, to promoting resiliency in childhood, to nutrition and mindfulness activities, we will tackle the balancing

Free Tax Preparation Assistance Free tax preparation assistance is being offered by AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers from now through April 14th at the Estes Valley Public Library. This program is primarily for taxpayers with low- to middle-income with special attention given to persons age 60 and older. Appointments can be made by calling 5868116.

act all those who work with young children seek to find. Keynote speaker Kelly Burns, will offer an experiential understanding of the latest neuroscience on mindfulness in the classroom. Optional sessions throughout the day include morning yoga with Kelly Burns and lunchtime meditation and reflection. Our closing session activity will be offered by Ilah Reynar, Estes Park Elementary School Art Teacher, who will lead an activity that focuses on how art making connects children to their environment, each other, and themselves.

EVICS is proud to host many Early Childhood Professionals as speakers and session leaders from across the state. Please take this opportunity to learn from leaders in the field and network with other local passionate difference makers. Contact Carlie Bangs at EVICS for more information at cbangs@evics.org or call 970586-3055. Registration is available at www.evics.org/ecconference.

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The Mountain Festival is an exciting intersection of the Estes Park Schools, the Town of Estes Park and our community. At its core, the event recognizes our responsibility as land stewards. The event has grown to celebrate all aspects of Mountain Culture. A sample of activities at this year’s event include: • The Mountain Shop will set up a Strider Bike course for youngsters and teach how to tie a figure eight knot. Did you know the Mountain Shop rents bikes? As a business in town, they feel a responsibility to connect with the community and are especially generous to students and youth. The Mountain Shop gives three scholarships for graduating seniors totaling $10,000. They are also in their 16th year raising funds for childhood cancer research (over $203,000) for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation. Their largest give back is as an Estes Give Back Business Partner, pledging to give 1% of sales back to the community annually.

Thank you, Mountain Shop!

• Local saddle maker Mark Owen will show off his leather tools and tricks to imprint patterns. Mark sells custom saddles across the country and the Mountain Festival is grateful to him for sharing his expertise.

• 2nd grade entomologist’s will show off their invented bugs. Students are challenged to create a bug with four different environmental adaptations and build them in art class. Look for these young entomologists in their yellow safety vests and ask them to explain their creations.

The Mountain Festival is a mix and mash showcase of student work, community initiatives and individuals in pursuit of a solution. What will you learn? There are over 60 community and school partners at the Event Center on Friday, April 27. The next day, eight different Saturday Adventures happen throughout the valley and include rock climbing, snowshoeing, interpretive bike rides, building shelters in the wild, a RMNP night hike, river restoration and water quality testing.

This is a community event that shows off our smarts, important how to’s and— what if? Nothing is for sale; the event is open to anyone with a sense of curiosity.

All events are free. The Mountain Festival is three weeks away.

Learn more at epmountainfest.org. Are you on Facebook? Like us @EPMountainFestival.

Open Mic At The Old Gallery In Allenspark Calling all musicians to come and play at The Old Gallery on Friday, April 27th from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Hosted by Skip Shook (skip.shook@hughes.net) and Mary Hunter (mary@healthybeattitudes.com).

Please let us know of your interest in coming. Everyone is welcome to attend!

More details to come. Celebrate spring fun with us!

Woman’s Club Meeting April 11

The Estes Park Womans Club will meet April 11 at 11:30 a.m. at Twin Owls Steakhouse for the noon $20 luncheon.

Past presidents are to be honored with a special buffet which includes gluten-free and vegetarian options. A program will follow with Mark Purdy representing Rooftop Rodeo and Western Heritage.

Due to limited parking at Twin Owls, please plan to carpool. Be prepared to purchase a Duck Race ticket and renew your Womans Club membership.

For questions about attending the luncheon you may call Chris Childers at 970-577-9988.

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Efficiency Works Launches Online Marketplace

Utility customers in Estes Park, Fort Collins, Longmont and Loveland can now take advantage of valuable rebates instantly while they shop for efficiency products at Efficiency Worksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; new online store.

Efficiency Works recently joined forces with Simple Energy to launch the Efficiency Works Store, which enables customers to shop online for energy and water-saving products and claim any available product rebates during the electronic checkout process. The Efficiency Works Store offers a robust selection of recommended energy and water efficient and connected home products like smart thermostats, LED light bulbs and low-flow showerheads. Simple Energy and Efficiency Works will add new products to the Efficiency Works Store as they become available and help launch additional services and tools over the coming months and years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are thrilled to be among the first to drive this type of shopping experience to further increase energy and water efficiency,â&#x20AC;? said Adam Perry, customer services supervisor with Platte River Power Authority. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Utility customers can now

save energy, water and time by shopping online at the Efficiency Works Store, save money instantly by earning rebates on select products and save more on utility bills long after the products are delivered to their doors.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have been very successful helping our customers save on utility bills through the Efficiency Works program,â&#x20AC;? said Town of Estes Park Utilities Director Reuben Bergsten, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and our new store will help even more by digitally connecting every customer with the efficiency products they need and the cost saving rebates that are available.â&#x20AC;?

Efficiency Works unites the energy and water efficiency offerings of the northern Colorado utilities of Estes Park Light & Power, Fort Collins Utilities, Longmont Power & Communications, Loveland Water and Power and Platte River Power Authority. Efficiency Works offers a variety of products and services to help customers save energy, water and money. To learn more about Efficiency Works, visit efficiencyworks.org. To learn more about Simple Energy, visit simpleenergy.com.

Dog Obedience Classes OfferedProceeds Help Pet Association

The Estes Park Pet Association is ready to kick off their 33rd summer of Basic Dog Obedience Classes.

Classes will be taught by Rala Mandelson.

These seven week sessions will be offered on Saturdays or Sundays.

Saturday Class Orientation May 5, 8-9 a.m.

Training May 12 through June 16 from 8-9 a.m.

Sunday Class Orientation May 6, 8-9 a.m.

Training May 13 through June 17, 8-9 a.m.

The classes will take place in the parking lot of Boyatt Glass, 504 Pine River Ct. Cost is just $65 and includes collar and lead. All proceeds from the classes go to the Estes Park Pet Association.

Call Rala Mandelson at 970-586-8681 for more information and to reserve your place in class.

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THE JOY OF A COMMITTED RELATIONSHIP Author Max Anders recounts the story of a dog show he attended once that taught him a great deal about committed relationships and the joy they bring. “The obedience trials, within a large square of green grass featured a number of dogs. One at a time they had to start, stop, change directions, sit, stay, and return to their master…with no verbal commands only hand signals. Besides having to pick their master’s wooden ‘dumbbell’ out of a pile of such, they had to jump back and forth over a solid wooden hurdle, lie down in the center of the lawn and ‘stay’ although seemingly ignored by their master, plus other such exercises. Two dogs stood out. One was a white German shepherd. He was an eager, fun-loving dog but not too well trained. During the ‘sit-stay’ commands, he spied a cottontail rabbit hopping around the edge of the lawn. He tried hard to focus on the ‘job at hand’ but began trembling, eyes riveted on a ‘target’ he wanted more. After resisting for a time, the dog exploded in the direction of the rabbit and they both disappeared into the bush… the dog a failure, its owner embarrassed.

In contrast to the German shepherd, was a glorious golden retriever whose behavior was excellent. Obedience to every command was instantaneous and perfect.

Before, during, and after each command, the eyes of the retriever were fixed devotedly, even adoringly, on the young girl who was his owner and trainer. After each drill the dog would return to her side, and with head up, tongue hanging out, panting, he would stare into her eyes waiting for the next command.

After the dogs had gone through the trials, all the trainers and canines lined up for the awards. Fourth prize went to a springer spaniel, third to a different German shepherd, second to a black lab. All during this time, the golden retriever sat obediently beside his master, looking up into her eyes. Finally, first prize was awarded to this marvelous dog and the girl who trained him. Once the crowd dispersed a marvelous thing happened. The girl wheeled to face her dog, squealed with delight, and began clapping her hands together excitedly. In response the dog launched himself upward trying to lick her face. She laughed, pushed him back, and they both ran excitedly toward their car, she, clapping in unbridled joy, as her dog barked and jumped and circled around her all the way, sharing completely in her joy.” Max continued: “Chills ran up and down my spine as I watched in undisguised admiration the joy, the intimacy, the trust, the devotion, the adoration that flowed between dog and girl. I thought, ‘This is the highest good to which I have ever seen canine life elevated. Glory to the dog! Glory to his owner!’”

What a wonderful description of what can happen when two ‘beings’ are so devoted to each other and so completely focused on doing great things in perfect unity and harmony, especially in obedience to the same will.

This past weekend, we witnessed a similar spirit, didn’t we? We honored, not only a Lord, God’s Son, Whose total commitment was to the will of His Father, sacrificing in order to glorify His Father, thus, bringing about the salvation of those who share that devotion. We also saw people…thousands of them, millions of them…who adoringly brought glory to their Master and will do so throughout the year. They are the ones that will go joyfully, triumphantly home with their Master to celebrate great victories together.

I hope that God finds that adoring loyalty and obedience in each of us. Bob

Senior Services Offerings From EVRPD

Estes Valley Recreation and Park District (EVRPD), provider of numerous recreational and community activities in the Estes Valley, is pleased to offer a robust schedule of programs, classes and outings for Estes Valley seniors. Here are a few of the featured programs. For a complete listing of activities, including registration information, visit evrpd.com/seniorservices.

Lifelong Learning Succession Planting EVRPD is pleased to collaborate with the Colorado State University Extension to offer a variety of free gardening-related programs.

The first program of the year will take place on Tuesday, April 10 from 1 to 2 p.m. and again from 7 to 8 p.m. Both sessions will be held at the Estes Valley Community Center, 660 Community Drive. The programs are free, but advanced registration is required. To register, visit evrpd.com/recguide, call (970) 586-8189, or stop by the Community Center at 660 Community Drive.

The programs will be presented by Alison O’Connor, PhD, CSU Extension Agent, and Susan Porr, Master Gardener Volunteer at the CSU Extension. They will discuss succession planting, an im-

portant tool to maximize your garden’s yield.

Health And Wellness Low Vision Support Group EVRPD is collaborating with Disabled Resource Services (DRS) to provide a low vision support group.

The group will meet quarterly at the Estes Valley Community Center, and the first meeting of the year will be Tuesday, April 10 from 1 to 2 p.m. No registration is necessary; just drop in at the Community Center, 660 Community Drive.

If you are experiencing low vision and need a little extra support or guidance, this group is for you. DRS will help you stay up to date on blindness-related news and research, as well as helping you access assistive devices like magnifiers, closed-circuit televisions, task lights, talking watches, and more.

Registration To register for these programs or for more information about the new community center, including senior services, visit evrpd.com/recguide or call 970586-8191. You can also stop by the Community Center at 660 Community Drive.

Genealogical Society Meeting Thursday, April 12 March 28-April 3, 2018

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The Estes Park Genealogical Society will meet Thursday, April 12 at 4:00 p.m. in the Hondius Room of the Estes Valley Library. Genealogist Ted Bainbridge will present “I Can’t Find It On A Map,” as he shares his secrets for locating hard-tofind towns and geographic features utilizing internet search strategies and favorite websites. He will provide examples of successes working around erroneous or confusing information, and overcoming foreign language problems.

Ted Bainbridge, Ph.D., has been a genealogical researcher, teacher, speaker, and writer since 1969. He frequently speaks to organizations in Colorado, and

spoke to Pennsylvania societies five times last year. His genealogical and historical articles are published often throughout the United States and in several foreign countries. He has served as president of the Longmont Genealogical Society and as a staff member in two LDS Family History Centers.

The society meets the second Thursday of every month from January through November in the library, offering a wide variety of programs and workshops. Anyone interested in genealogy and family history research is welcome to attend the meetings.

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Merchant prize donor names are added to each issue as properly completed prize donation forms are received by the Estes Park Duck Race at P.O. Box 1226, Estes Park. Prize donation forms are available on request from prize coordinator ddelaney@pmcu.org THIRTY BELOW LEATHER DELLA TERRA MOUNTAIN CHATEAU ANIMAL HOSPITAL OF THE ROCKIES SOLITUDE CABINS GLACIER LILY SKIN CARE SWEET BASILICO CAFE THE TAFFY SHOP THE ORE CART ROCK SHOP ESTES PARK YOGA WYNBRIER LTD. GREELEY STAMPEDE COLORADO HOMESTEAD COLORADO LIFE MAGAZINE

BEAR NECESSITIES & CUBS COMANCHE SELF STORAGE BEST WESTERN PLUS SILVER SADDLE THE OLD FASHION CANDY STORE RIVERSPOINTE SPA MACDONALD BOOK SHOP PEPPERS MEXICAN GRILL RAPID TRANSIT RAFTING BROWNFIELD’S LEATHER SHOP ROCKY MOUNTAIN CONSERVANCY ROCKY MOUNTAIN PHARMACY OF ESTES PARK ESTES PARK MUSEUM FRIENDS EGG & I

BART’S LIQUOR REEL MOUNTAIN THEATER / COLORADO MOUNTAINS CINEMAS L & M SERVICES ROCK CUT BREWING CO. MAJOR SPONSORS ALPINE GARDENS ESTES VALLEY TRANSPORT ESTES PARK BREWERY FUN CITY KNIGHT SKY PICTURES BIG HORN RESTAURANT

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ESTES PARK HAPPENINGS For additional information call 800-443-7837 • 970-577-9900

Apr. 6–Apr. 20, 2018

Apr. 10: Trivia Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 7-8:30pm

Apr. 20: Great Blue. Folk. Snowy Peaks Winery. 4-6pm

Apr. 6: First Friday Art Groove.

Experience Estes Park’s fine art world.

Throughout the village.

Apr. 10: West Coast Swing Night.

Elkins Distilling Co. 8pm

Apr. 20: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm

Apr. 14: Centennial Season Opening.

Estes Park 18-Hole Golf Course. Ribbon cutting, cheap green fees. 7:30am

Apr. 11: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm

Apr. 20: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm

Apr. 12: Mountain Town Trio. Classic Rock and Folk. The Other Side. 6-9pm

SEMINARS, CLASSES &

Apr. 12: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm

LECTURES

EVENTS

Apr. 15: Afternoon Bluegrass w/ Man About a Horse. Historic Park Theatre.

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Apr. 19: Quota Club’s 34 Annual Taste of Estes. YMCA of the Rockies Assembly Hall. 5:30-8pm Apr. 20: Stanley Night Live: featuring Jim Breuer. World-class comedy. The Stanley Hotel. 7pm Apr. 20: Goodnight, Texas with Matthew Wilburn Skinner. Rock.

Historic Park Theatre. 7pm

ENTERTAINMENT & MUSIC Apr. 6: Will Thomas. Acoustic. Snowy Peaks Winery. 4-6pm Apr. 6: Gallery Social w/ Guest Artist.

Earthwood Artisans. 5-7pm Apr. 6: Max Wagner & Friends. Jazz.

Earthwood Collections. 5-7pm Apr. 6: Meet the Artist. Aspen & Evergreen. 5-7pm Apr. 6-7: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm Apr. 6-7: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm Apr. 7: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Other Side. 5-8pm Apr. 7: David Berg. Piano & Song.

Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm Apr. 8: Joseph Lingenfelter. Acoustic.

The Other Side. 10am-1pm Apr. 8: Bingo Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 6-7:30pm Apr. 10: Jon Pickett & Friends.

Bluegrass. Ed’s Cantina. 6-9pm

Apr. 12: Open Bluegrass Jam. The Rock Inn. 6pm

Mon. & Wed. at 6pm, Fri. & Sat. at 7pm: Sip & Paint. Murphy’s Resort.

Apr. 12: Geeks Who Drink. Trivia.

Latitude 105. 6:30pm

Mon. & Wed. at 5:30pm Sat. at 9am.

Group Bicycle Ride. Via Bicycle Café.

Apr. 13: Jamesons Duo. Americana.

Snowy Peaks Winery. 4-6pm

Apr. 6: Community All Levels Yoga.

Estes Park Yoga. 6-7pm

Apr. 13-14: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm

Apr. 7: Ashtanga Yoga Workshop.

Estes Park Yoga. 3-6pm

Apr. 13-14: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm

Apr. 8: Daoist Lecture & Tai Chi Class. Dao House. 8:30-10am

Apr. 14: David Potter. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 5-8pm Apr. 14: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Other Side. 5-8pm Apr. 14: David Berg. Piano & Song.

Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm Apr. 15: Joseph Lingenfelter. Acoustic.

The Other Side. 10am-1pm Apr. 15: Bingo Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 6-7:30pm Apr. 17: Bingo. American Legion Post 119. 6-8pm Apr. 17: Trivia Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 7-8:30pm Apr. 17: West Coast Swing Night.

Elkins Distilling Co. 8pm Apr. 18: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm Apr. 19: Mountain Town Trio. Classic Rock and Folk. The Other Side. 6-9pm Apr. 19: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm Apr. 19: Open Bluegrass Jam. The Rock Inn. 6pm Apr. 19: Geeks Who Drink. Trivia.

Latitude 105. 6:30pm

Apr. 8: History & Nature Talk. Rams Horn Village. 5-6pm Apr. 10: Free 5K Group Fun Run. The Stanley Hotel. 5:30pm Apr. 14: Wilderness and Remote First Aid & CPR. Estes Park Mountain Shop.

9am-5:30pm Apr. 15: Daoist Lecture & Tai Chi Class. Dao House. 8:30-10am Apr. 15: History & Nature Talk. Rams Horn Village. 5-6pm Apr. 17: Free 5K Group Fun Run. The Stanley Hotel. 5:30pm

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Visit RMNP Visitor Centers to learn about park wildlife, programs & more!

Call for details. 970-586-1206 Rocky Mountain Conservancy Programs: Fees apply & registration is required. Call for classes: 970-586-3262 Apr. 14: Fire in Ecosystems: Friend or Foe. 8am-4:30pm

Find more events & submit your event at VisitEstesPark.com/Events.

Any republication of this document or information contained herein when done for profit or as part of a profit creating mechanism is strictly prohibited.

Please contact Visit Estes Park about any desire to republish this document or its contents.

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“The Ladies Wore Black” Premiers T The Estes Park Repertoire Theatre Company is set to present, "The Ladies Wore Black." This play is the fourth production, written by local talent Michael Young, which centers around New York Detective Steven Best, expertly portrayed by actor Don Stewart. Performances will be held this Friday, Saturday and Sunday, April 6-8 and Friday and Saturday, April 13-14 at 7:00 p.m.

As Detective Best travels from the 1930s through the 1940s, he has had more than one encounter with murder,

deceit and love. In this latest adventure, Best is forced to bring in several of the women he has loved from his past to help solve the murder of the man lying in his bathtub. Aided by his sassy, brassy secretary Louise, and petulant partner Leo, Best faces deadly mob bosses, evil foreign powers and his worst foe ever...his love for the women around him.

The cast includes veterans of the Estes Park stage Don Stewart, Carolyn Wills, Cassie Weber, Larry Tyson, Becky

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This Weekend In The Studio Theatre Browning and Cindy Elkins. Cast members new to the Estes Park stage are Elli Geis, Roy Dearaen, and Chris Sikelianos.

The production crew includes Michael Young as Director, Mike Bonk as Technical Director, and Art Blume as Producer & Founder.

Tickets are available at Macdonald Book Shop (152 East Elkhorn Avenue in Estes Park) for $15.00 each, cash or check only. No credit cards accepted.

Advance purchase is recommended. No tickets will be held without purchase.

The Studio Theatre is located at the Post 119 American Legion Hall, on the corner of Highways 36 and 7 in Estes Park. Friday evening performances include a special dinner option at the Legion, with a Roast Beef Buffet for $12 on April 6, and a Steak Dinner for $18 on April 13.

This will be a great eveningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entertainment! Put it on your calendar!

All photos by Kris & Gary Hazelton/EPNEWS (Except photo of Cindy Elkins by Michael Young)

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THE RICH FLANERY TEAM. THE PINNACLE OF LENDING.

The Rich Flanery Team has been serving the Estes Park Community for over 20 years.

Our team has over 80 years of combined experience in helping families find the home loan to fit their needs. We offer a full range of products – FHA loans, VA loans, Conventional loans, Rural Home loans, Reverse Mortgages and many more. We are looking forward to working with you to make your dreams come true in a practical way. But it starts with a conversation.

So, give us a call today at (970) 577-9200 and let our team get to work for you!

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Phone (970) 577-9200 501 Saint Vrain Lane, Suite 101 Estes Park, CO 80517

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Estes Park 18-Hole Golf Course To Celebrate It’s 100th Season Estes Valley Recreation and Park District (EVRPD), the provider of numerous recreational opportunities in Estes Valley, is excited to launch its 100th season of golf at the Estes Park 18-Hole Golf Course. Opening day will be Saturday, April 14, 2018 with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 7:30 a.m. and the first tee off at 8:30 a.m. Tee-times can be booked by calling the Estes Park 18-Hole Golf Course at 970-586-8146.

In honor of the celebration, all green fees on opening day will be $19.18. A beer—Centennial Smash—was brewed by Lumpy Ridge Brewing to commemorate the 100th season, which will be available all season long at the course clubhouse.

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On November 10, 1917, The Estes Park Golf and Country Club filed articles of incorporation. Some of Estes Park’s most notable men of the time served on the Board of Directors—H.P. James, H.E. James, E.J. Mills, Ed B. Andrews, J. E. McDonald, Samuel Service and Julian Hayden.

Over the next few months by-laws were written, 250 stock shares were issued with a value of $25,000, and three members—Howard James, Homer James and Ed Andrews—were appointed to build the course.

The first design was an 18-hole course set against Fish Creek, where a former course financed by Lord Dunraven once stood and a clubhouse used by that course was built in 1909. (That clubhouse is the same one on the 18-hole course today that is home to Smokin’ Dave’s BBQ at the Hangar Restaurant and the golf course pro-shop.) H.E. James was appointed the first golf operator.

The three men worked hard through the winter and spring, and the course opened for the first round of play on July 4, 1918.

Since that time, the course has seen a variety of changes, updates and even changed ownership.

Due to the financial crisis happening in the U.S. in the 1930s, the 18-hole course was converted to a 9-hole course and an airstrip was built on the western edge of the course with hopes to improve sagging tourism in the area. The airport did very little to promote travel to Estes Park and was a dangerous location that resulted in several bad crashes. It closed in the late 1940s.

Finances at the course continued to stumble along and on July 6, 1944, a twothirds majority of the stockholders voted to turn The Estes Park Golf and Country Club over to the Town of Estes Park.

In March 1957, the Town of Estes Park signed a long-term lease agreement with the recreation district, then called the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Recreation District.

The recreation district soon thereafter started the process of obtaining funding to transform the 9-hole course from one with buffalo grass fairways, sand greens and prairie for rough back into an 18-hole course with grass fairways, a watering system and locker rooms with showers.

Henry Hughes, a golf course architect from Denver who designed and built more than 40 golf courses in Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, Nebraska and Texas during his career, was hired to transform the Estes Park Golf and Country Club.

The remodeled course opened on July 5, 1960 as the Estes Park Municipal Golf Course, which has evolved into being called the Estes Park 18-Hole Golf Course.

A centennial golf tournament is planned for July 4, 2018, where breaking out the knickers and hickory golf clubs will make for fun photo opportunities. Specials and promotions will also be available all summer long to commemorate the 100-year theme.

Season passes are also still available for the centennial season, and the preseason bonus is available if purchased by April 16.

To reserve a tee-time or for more information about the centennial season, contact Mark Miller, Manager of Golf Services, at 970-586-8146 or visit evrpd.com/golfcentennial.

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Sweet Pets Need New, Forever Homes

Do you have room in your home and your heart for a new furry friend?

Simon’s owner passed away. He is an older guy but extremely loving. He enjoys kitty friends and doesn’t mind dog company. He has some elevated kidney levels so he is on a special diet, luckily he can still enjoy his favorite treats. He has so much love to give and would make an awesome addition to the family that can look past his health issues and enjoy his sparkling personality.

Howard is two years old and was rescued from a high-kill shelter. He is friendly, good with dogs, cats and kids and has a great personality.

Shelia’s owner passed away and she is learning to settle into her new surroundings. She is thirteen years old and likes dogs, but needs to be an only cat.

Sadie is five and Olivia is three. The Pet Association would like to try to get them adopted together if they can. They are great with other dogs, friendly and

outgoing. They are also house trained.

Any of these loving pets can be found at the Pet Lodge at the Animal Medical Center on Manford Avenue or call 5869282 for more information.

All pets are offered through the Pet Association of Estes Park, a non-profit organization that works to find homes for stray and abandoned pets, control dog and cat populations by funding sterilization programs, educate members of the community, especially young people, about the humane treatment of animals and the responsibilities of pet ownership; and promote community involvement in the use of pets as therapeutic agents (e.g., in nursing homes). The Estes Park Pet Association is your local humane society. You can make a tax-deductible donation to the Pet Association by sending your check to P.O. Box 4342, Estes Park, CO 80517. For more information, contact Carolyn Fairbanks, President of the Pet Association at (970) 586-5121.

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A Fresh Start With Sky Pond Photography & Video Productions

Hello, this is Alexander Ho, the owner of the now closed Fall River Productions. As many of you have heard by now, my former business partner got into quite a bit of trouble. My family and I have approached this situation in a manner of concern for children, friends, and a community we have been part of for close to two decades. For those who have noticed, our doors were closed the day this happened. Being an unforeseen shock to us, locks were changed, signs removed and all association with my business partner were immediately ceased except for needed legal correspondence to properly end business matters. Although challenging on every level, we are in the process of reestablishing ourselves as Sky Pond Photography & Video Productions and hope to seek our community’s support based on those who know our family. Thank you

in advance for your understanding of the difficult situation we find ourselves in and please understand the level of seriousness we have put upon this event.

We would also like to thank all of our friends for their touching support along with the kind words from strangers and the supportive actions from local businesses. A special thanks must also be given to our police department, especially Officer Matt Beers as well as Detective Caleb Robertson. Their level of genuine concern for the well-being of our family and the personal and professional way they approached this situation was truly beyond words. Once again, to friends, strangers and our town, we thank you and realize this is why we moved to Estes Park.

Alexander Ho, Dyan Harden and Family

Crossroads Ministry & LLEV Preschool 12th Annual Spring Sale 2018 Spring Sale dates will be Friday, May 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 12 from 9:00 a.m. to Noon.

Donations will be accepted starting on Monday, April 30, 2018 in the Stanley Park Fairgrounds in Barn W. Call Crossroads for detailed information on possible donations: 970-5770610.

Due to scheduling problems, we cannot accept any items for donation until April 30, at the earliest. Open your closets and your hearts to help two worthy local causes! Please take time to look around

your home or business, check your cupboards and closets for “treasures” to donate. All items should be clean & in very good condition. Sorry, we cannot accept used adult clothing, TVs, large appliances, sleeper sofas, used mattresses or other large furniture items. For additional information, call Crossroads Ministry at 970577-0610.

All proceeds stay in our community for the benefit of local families in need through 501(c)3 nonprofits, Crossroads Ministry of Estes Park and Lifelong Learning of Estes Valley Preschool.

Time to spring clean!

Historical Parallel Movements Observing events in history that cause a rise of consciousness for a community, a nation, or even the globe reveal men and women in different disciplines forging into the future on parallel tracks. The early years of the 20th Century unveiled the work of Max Planck (quantum hypothesis), Albert Einstein (relativity of space and time), Marie Montessori (education), Carl Jung (analytical psychology), and Teilhard de Chardin (paleontology and evolution), more or less contemporary individuals, exposed new horizons for humankind. The First and Second World War caused a global rise in consciousness in the nations. By hindsight the works of the individuals listed above began permeating traditional spheres of science, education, and religion.

Many people in the current Century struggle with bits and pieces of work of great men and women telling them of future pathways for the human family.

The pace of life today restricts many from seeing the momentous trends in the earth. Fear reigns among those who

possess only partial information, leading to a sense of helplessness and despair.

A plan is forming to provide information, discussion, and offer solutions for the people of the Estes Park Valley. Ken Brin and Barbara Ellynn are moving to form a symposium to elucidate the parallel importance of authors on the subjects noted above. To form the group to facilitate the symposium, two meetings will be held April 18th at the Estes Valley Library. The first meeting commences at 10:30 in the morning; the second at 2:00 in the afternoon. Two different times are meant to allow people to attend the one best for personal reasons. The meetings will be the same: attempting to locate people interested in the present to understand the future. The meeting will be held on the second floor of the Library in the Makespace Room.

The projected name of the group is H. O.P. (explained at the meetings).

Questions may be presented to Ken Brin by way of kbrin27@gmail.com.

Eagle Rock School Presents

Book by marc acito, jay kuo and Lorenzo thione Music and lyrics by jay kuo!

Thursday april 5 Friday april 6 Saturday april 7 !

7:30pm ruesch Auditorium Ymca of the rockies!

Pay what you wish – All donations go to the eagle rock graduate fund For more information please contact: erstheatre@eagelrockschool.org Allegiance is presented by special arrangement with sing out louise! Productions and ata – allegiancemusical.com

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EVICS FAMILY NIGHT Thursday, April 12th 5:30-7:30 PM at Community Church of the Rockies “Celebrating Diversity, Supporting Inclusion” Learning About Children With Special Needs As part of our monthly Family Night series, families with children ages 0-5 (including older siblings) are invited to join EVICS and Parents as Teachers to hear from a parent and professional community panel coming together to encourage inclusion in every child’s life. A free meal begins promptly at 5:30, then participate in a fun activity with your child. Beginning at 6:30 parents engage in an hour long workshop with our selected speaker.

FREE childcare is provided during parent workshop.

RSVP to Kristen Berg at kberg@evics.org by Monday, April 9th.

O ce located @ 600 South Saint Vrain, Suite 2 www.EVICS.org 970-586-3055

NOCHES FAMILIARES DE EVICS Jueves 12 de Abril

5:30-7:30 PM Lugar: Community Church of the Rockies "Celebrando la Diversidad" Aprendiendo sobre los niños con necesidades especiales.

Como parte de nuestras noches familiares mensuales, las familias con niños de 0 a 5 años (incluyendo hermanos mayores) están invitadas a unirse a EVICS y a Padres como Maestros a escuchar a un grupo de padres de familia y profesionales que se unen para alentar la integración en la vida de todos los niños. Se ofrecerá una cena gratuita que se servirá en punto de las 5:30 pm, al finalizar la cena usted y su hijo tendrán la oportunidad de participar en una actividad divertida. A partir de las 6:30 pm los padres participarán en un taller que tendrá una duración de una hora.

Cuidado de niños GRATIS durante el taller Reservar con Kristen Berg- kberg@evics.org antes del Lunes 9 de Abril.

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LOCATED AMONG OLD GROWTH PINES on private lot.

Close to shopping & downtown area. 3 Bed/3Bath Home features sun room, Moss rock gas fire place, family room, shop off the garage. There is a back deck for barbecuing + front deck for watching sunrises.

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$589,000 417 Pawnee Lane

MOUNTAIN LUXURY HOME backing to open space.

Exceptional home custom-built w/wood floors & ceiling, huge windows offering views of incredible land, gourmet kitchen, two Master Suites plus so much more for you to enjoy.

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$1,099,500 1059 Fox Creek Rd, Glen Haven

THIS 5 BEDROOM Prospect Estates home offers a bright, open floor plan with numerous upgrades making entertaining a true dream w/ 4 season sunroom and amazing Longs Peak view. Kitchen with new Thorp Knotty Alder cabinets & SS appliances.

Main level living at its finest, includes a master bedroom suite and 2nd bedroom or office. $699,000 253 Solomon Dr.

$695,000 2725 Cumulus Dr.

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Tucked on a quiet cul-de-sac, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home featuring one level living shows pride of ownership.

STUNNING HOME on 10 acres w/3 bdrm, 4 baths & large walk-in closets. Magnificent views of Front Range & Longs Peak. 2 car attached garage + detached 2 car garage. Prof. kitchen, dining room w/fireplace & living room handcrafted bar.

$450,000 2635 Sunrise Ct.

$1,250,000 2000 Devil’s Gulch Rd.

AFFORDABLE LIVING in Estes Park! Like new 3 bedrm, 2 bath Vista Ridge condo. One level living includes spacious master suite w/ walk-in closet & private bath, open floor plan, 2 additional bedrooms, full bath, & attached 1-car garage, plus W/D. Buyer must be qualified with Estes Park Housing Authority. Sales price is $246,900.

Amount financed is $196,900

NEW LISTING

1905 Wildfire Rd. $196,900

Text 845435 to 970-237-4137

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THREE BED, 1 1/2 BATH mountain cottage nestled in the trees. Beautiful hand scraped oak floors on main level, cozy living room fireplace, updated main level bath, plus den with ½ bath and attached 2-car garage. A great mountain getaway!

BEAUTIFUL, UPGRADED Gatehouse Condominium at Marys Lake Lodge. Open flr plan w/ views of Mummy Range, Prospect Mountain & Marys Lake from main living area & deck. View of Twin Sisters from bedrooms.

Cathedral ceilings in main living area & bedrooms.

$369,000 2399 W. Hwy 34, Drake

$364,900 2625 Marys Lake Rd, 41B

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FULLY FURNISHED Gatehouse condominium at Marys Lake Lodge. Open floor plan with a great room that has hardwood floors, fireplace, deluxe kitchen with granite counters and gas range, master suite, plus a hot tub and storage. Great location with mountain views. Nice vacation and income property. Onsite property management for nightly rentals. $354,000 2625 Marys Lake Rd. #40B

Mike & Marie Edwards Broker/Owner

TRUE COLORADO LIVING is enjoyed with this Thunder Mountain 3 bdrm/3 bth hm. You will love being surrounded by outdoors & you can walk to the National Park.

Nestled in the trees, which offers privacy & snow cap Mountain View of National Park!

NOTHING ORDINARY in this 4 bed/5 bath retreat with open floor plan. Gourmet kitchen, luxurious main floor master suite, laundry w/ dog wash & gorgeous wood trimmed windows frame stunning mountain views.

3000 Kiowa Tr. $1,129,000 Text 839072 to 970-237-4137

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WHY BUY 2ND HOME you’ll use only a few weeks a year?

Variety of timeshares available at Historic Crags Lodge (starting at $2,500) and Rams Horn Resort (starting at $6,950). Also can be traded thru RCI’s 7,000 + resorts.

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BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM 4 bedroom log home in tranquil setting in Little Valley. The interior is warm and inviting with lots of windows to take in the wonderful snow cap peaks.

Post and beam construction with soaring ceiling, hickory floors and cabinets.

Estes Village Properties, LTD. $849,500 3855 Star Way

Each office is independently owned and operated.

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Cole Huey 12th Grade Congratulations to Cole Huey, Student of the Week for April 6, 2018.

At Estes Park High School Cole enjoys being a member of the football team.

Outside of school he likes to play Fortnite (in which he’s had a lot of wins) and procrastinating his homework.

Cole’s favorite quote is “The worst part about prison was the Dementors” by Michael Scott. It is his favorite quote because he thinks it’s funny and he loves Harry Potter.

After high school Cole plans to attend college in Minnesota.

Bank of Estes Park Student Legacy Award: In addition to being awarded the Student of the Week, each winner will be given the opportunity to nominate the school program of their choice for the chance to win $500. At the end of the school year, one such nomination will be randomly selected, and that school program will be awarded the $500 Bank of Estes Park Student Legacy Award, in that student's name.

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690 High St #1 $165,000 • 1 Bed, 1 Bath, 574 sq ft • Lower Level Condo, Wood Floors • Storage Shed, Close to Downtown

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5455 Hwy 36 $950,000 • Beautiful custom mountain home • 5500 sq ft, on 11.5 acres • 2 mother-in-law suites

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www.1233Hondius.info $190,000 • 5.74 Acres, Private Setting • Mature Trees, Rock Outcroppings • City Utilities, Mountain Views

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1732 Dekker Circle $615,000 • 3 Bed, 3 Bath, 3187 sq ft • Main Level Living, New Kitchen • Quiet Location, Amazing Views

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www.PineGroveCabins.info $649,000 • Pine Grove Cabins in Allenspark • Owners Quarters, 10 Rental Units • 5.2 Acres, Lots of History

Dave Lasota

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www.558UpperVenner.info $139,000 • 1.14 Acres, Quiet Setting • Incredible Mummy Range Views • Treed Lot, Water Tap is Paid

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www.CurryLand.info $119,900 • .96 Acre, Rock Outcroppings • Gorgeous Views, City Utilities • Located on Quiet Cul-de-sac

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www.1301DevilsGulch.info $1,450,000 • Rare Property with 2 Homes • 4 Bed, 3 Bath, 3180 sq ft • 13.73 Acres, Borders National Park

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Thompson Receives Platinum Service Recognition Scott Thompson of Coldwell Banker Estes Village Properties began his career in real estate in Estes Park just over a decade ago. Believing in the importance of all his clients receiving the highest quality customer experience possible he sought out avenues for specialized training and became Quality Service Certified. He underwent focused training and backs this service with a written guarantee. At the end of each transaction his clients have the opportunity to rate his service through an independent survey administered by the Leading Research Corporation. For the 8th consecutive year Scott has received the highest level of service achievement in the real estate industry, Quality Service Certified® Platinum, which is a 100% client satisfaction rating!

Scott has not stopped looking for new ways to elevate the home buying and

selling experience. He recently added Janine Dawley to his team and together they offer truly exceptional service. Janine brought extraordinary experience with her, refined by working with a variety of Realtors, and together they have crafted step-by-step plans that not only deliver quality service to their clients but help them achieve their dreams of home ownership or maximizing their return when they sell.

“Nothing is more important to a prospective client in selecting a professional than the service results achieved with past clients, ” says Larry D. Romito, President and of QSC. He adds, “Consumers have greater confidence in service reliability, results and satisfaction with a Quality Service Certified real estate professional. 100% service satisfaction record for 8 consecutive years like Scott Thompson has achieved is just awesome.”

1034 Pine Knoll Drive If you are looking for private, quiet location in Estes Park, don't pass up this 4 bedroom, 5 bath custom home. It has some great features and in perfect condition. It would make a wonderful vacation rental property. One level living with 2 bedrooms and an office with separate entrance on main level. The lower level offers 2 more bedrooms, a courtyard with a private entrance and parking, plus a huge bonus/rec room that could be a workshop. Hickory floors, floor to ceiling native rock fireplace, granite counters, hot tub. $865,000

TBD Promontory Drive This stunning property has so much potential. Located in the coveted Promontory area overlooking the lake, a premier 2 + acre lot that is very private with city amenities, and a paved street. Create your own little piece of paradise! $239,000

Estes Valley Quilt Guild Meeting The Estes Valley Quilt Guild meets on the second Wednesday of each month.

The April meeting is on April 11. We meet at Good Samaritan Village. The business meeting begins at 6:45 p.m. You should arrive about 6:30, if you would like to catch up with friends. The Guild is always glad to have visitors. If you are visiting in Estes Park and would like to join us, please come. Our speaker this month is Sandra Henderson.

Join Sandra as she advocates for the ‘everyday quilt’ and the quilters that make them. These are the quilts that see regular use on beds, draped over chairs, or drug around the house by children. In this motivational presentation, she will encourage you to be kind to yourself on your quilt journey. She will share her ex-

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1 RIVERSIDE DR RIVER FRONTAGE Developable 1 Acre Lot. Big Views, nicely treed but with lots of sunshine, level for easy excavating. Paved street. Permits up to 3 Units – attached or detached. A1 Zoning. (Please see “Documents” for more info) The only A1 River Lot for development in Estes Park today.

Call our office for a Plat to walk this gorgeous property today. Won’t last long!

$449,000

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Affordable living in Estes Park!

1905 Wildfire Road $246,900

Like new 3 bedroom, 2 bath Vista Ridge condo at an amazing price. 2nd Floor unit with master suite, walk-in closet & private bath, open floor plan, 2 additional bedrooms, full bath, & attached 1-car garage, washer & dryer. Buyer must qualify with Estes Park Housing Authority, 970-577-3730. $50K credited towards purchase price, plus down payment assistance if qualified.

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BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME! 7 lots available in Grey Fox Estates a quality subdivision.

Secluded and wooded lots with a view. Building envelope for increased privacy. Covenants to ensure quality construction of primary residence & guest house. All utilities in the area. Lots range from $149,000-$195,000. Lots located on Grey Fox Drive and Green Pine Court.

Judy Anderson

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Eric Blackhurst Broker Associate

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Abbey Pontius

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170 S. St. Vrain, P. O. Box 656, Estes Park, CO 80517

This Property Has Endless Possibilities...

Three lots being sold together & totaling 1.04 acre. Lot 1 has seasonal cottage from the 1940s looking for some TLC to make it your very own mountain getaway w/ original stone F/P, newer heater & storage shed.

Lot 2 has a small cabin that is hoping for a new beginning. Additional lot allows you to own just a bit more of Little Prospect Mountain. Or combine all 3 lots and custom build your very own home with focus on the amazing mountain views! $250,000

New Listing

Expansive Mountain Views

Beautiful mountain home situated on a pristine 1.46 acre site bordering Rocky Mountain National Park. The open floorpan has 5 bedrooms, 4 baths and a bonus room that could be a sixth bedroom, office, studio or whatever you might need it to be. The large master suite includes a 5 piece bath with jetted tub, huge walk-in closet, gas log fireplace, and a walk-out to the private deck. The expansive mountain views are appreciated from most every room due to the numerous generously sized windows. Call Trisha for an appointment to view this hidden gem. Offered for $699,000

Estes Arts District Presents First Friday! Art Groove Win Free Tickets! Colorado Gypsy Jazz Festival ticket giveaway!

Get your Groovy Gallery Travel Card and join us on Friday April 6th as we tour local galleries featuring local artists!

New fine artwork is emerging along with spring time in the mountains.

Come out and see what’s new, meet interesting people and enjoy good company. There will be show openings, tasty snacks and artists to chat with at the fine galleries participating in the Art Groove!

Bring a friend or come and meet some new friends and perhaps find a delightful piece of art to take home with you.

Collect four or more signatures from the participating galleries on the Groovy Gallery Travel Card for a chance to win tickets to the Colorado Gypsy Jazz Festival Sunday, April 22. Get more details and download or print a locator a map from www.estesartsdistrict.org April 6th Participating Galleries Highland Music Center, 459 E. Wonderview Ave. - 970-577-9532. New location in Upper Stanley Village between Notchtop Bakery and Cost Cutters Salon. 5- 7 p.m.

Meet artist Michale Duncan and see his original Celtic Design Jewelry. Michale uses 100% recycled sterling silver and it's all fabricated by hand right here in Estes Park. Michale would love to chat with you and share his knowledge of Celtic Mythology.

The Studio Fine Art & Framing, 541 Big Thompson Ave. - 970-237-4300, (behind Theater/Stanley Village). 5-8 p.m.

Show hosting local artists- featuring new clay work from Cindy Elkins. Meet delicious people, see great art.

The Art Center of Estes Park, 517 Big Thompson Ave. - 970-586-5882. 5-8 p.m "Multi Media Medley" Join us at the Art Center Friday, April 6 for "First Friday." Estes Park musician Will Thomas will be joining us with his mandolin and vocals. Enjoy snacks and beverages.

View the mixed media art of featured artist Vickie Mastron, paintings by the late John Kirsch, as well as the art of all the other artist members. (Regular winter hours: Fri., Sat., Sun., Mon. - 10 a.m.

- 5 p.m.)

Earthwood Artisans, 360 E. Elkhorn Ave - 970-586-2151. 5- 8 p.m.

Join the party. We will have complementary food and refreshments so bring your friends! Meet and greet with guest artist. Come enjoy the First Friday Art Celebration in town and perhaps find that new great piece of art to take home.

Aspen and Evergreen Gallery, 356 E. Elkhorn Ave. 970-586-4355. 5- 7 p.m.

Aspen and Evergreen has new owners.

Stop by to meet Sara and Joe Rohwedder and wish them well. "Meet the Artists" event with live music by Kenneth Kelly, food, refreshments and of course, many, local artists!!

Bear Necessities and Cubs, 201 Park Lane - 970-480-5112. 5-6:30 p.m.

Beautiful art featuring batik, oil, watercolor, photography, pottery, jewelry, children’s books & accessories. Local gourmet foods, beautiful woodwork and collectible bear sculptures. Serving cookies and cider all day.

Earthwood Collections, 141 E. Elkhorn Ave. - 970-577-8100. 5- 8 p.m.

Live jazz concert with Max Wagner (sax) and Stu MacAskie (piano) plus Meet & Greet. Come out for some tasty snacks and refreshments while enjoying music and beautiful artwork. You never know what you might see during this fun town-wide art event.

Patterson Glassworks Studio and Gallery, 323 W. Elkhorn Ave. 970-5868619.

First Friday Day Groove starts early with live glassblowing demonstrations from approx. 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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New Mini-Branch Location Expands Access And Convenience By: Peggy Moore, Patron Services Supervisor

Library Friends & Foundation responded to this need, securing a generous donation from an anonymous Within the Library’s Strategic Plan is one key and exciting objective: to deliver donor that has funded the entire project.

We’re happy to report that the Twig is materials on a personalized basis. That open and running well. You can now means offering a variety of convenient search the library catalog and choose options when it comes to accessing the “EVCC - The Twig” as your pickup lomaterials you need. cation. If the items are on our shelves, We offer a variety of formats: print an email notice will alert you within 24 books, audiobooks, DVDs, and an expanding array of digital content that’s ac- hours that your items are ready, and you can pick them up at The Twig with your cessible anywhere and anytime with library card in hand. your library card.

Just as conveniently, you can return liWe also offer options when it comes to brary materials at EVCC in the drive-up locations. Our downtown facility reoutside book drop. mains our anchor—a comfortable, funcWhat items may be picked tional and welup at the Twig? The coming hub. very same items we Meanwhile, the check out downtown, library has a with the only exceppresence throughout the district. Look tions being electronics and large items for all those whimsical “Little Free Lilike Discovery Packs. braries” around town, maintained by volunteers. We recently coordinated a liThe only membership required is your brary partnership with the Eagle Rock library card: you don’t have to be a School, expanding resources available to member of EVCC to use this convenient both public library patrons and students new location. alike.

The Twig is open the same hours as the This spring, access and convenience Community Center, greatly expanding were elevated with the completion of a the hours each week you can borrow limajor initiative: the opening of The brary materials. While we’re proud of Twig, a mini-branch library at the new the open hours of our downtown facility Estes Valley Community Center (which operates more hours weekly (EVCC). than Denver’s downtown library), the The need for a branch location was af- Twig expands library access to 28 additional hours each week—making it a firmed five years ago. Library services great option for weekday morning earlyhad grown steadily, as had our commubirds and Friday-nighters alike. nity. An alternative location would provide essential library account services Treat yourself to a visit to the Twig and and offer our patrons options. explore this new library resource. It’s smaller than a branch, yet provides liEquipment needed for this new minibrary materials both when and where branch had to be resource-neutral. The you need them.

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“Good Night, And Good Luck”: Free Admission Tuesday With Library Card

Carthy. Amid the heightened fear of McCarthy’s attacks on supposed Communists, a nation witnessed the drama in a battle for truth that would become one of the most riveting moments in American history.

“Good Night and Good Luck,” rated PG, earned six Academy Award nominations in 2005. The film’s title refers to Murrow’s famous sign-offs Based on a pivotal moment in the cawhen concluding his earlier radio broadreer of journalist Edward R. Murrow, the casts in Great Britain, meaning people acclaimed 2005 film “Good Night, And would be unsure if they would meet one Good Luck” will be presented in a oneanother again. night-only screening at the Reel MounThe library wishes to thank Craig Contain Theater in Stanley Village on Tuesley and the staff of Reel Mountain Theday, April 10 at 7:00 p.m. The event is ater for making this special film night being sponsored by the Estes Valley Lipossible for the community. brary as the grand finale to this season’s News Literacy series of programs. Movie- The Estes Valley Library was selected last fall as one of only five U. S. libraries goers who present their library card will to receive a Media Literacy @ Your Lireceive free admission to the event. brary grant from the American Library The movie takes viewers back to the Association, in partnership with the year 1953, when a piece of talking furniCenter for News Literacy at Stony Brook ture called “TV” was still a novelty in University. For more information about America’s living rooms. David Strathairn the project and other helpful resources, portrays Murrow, the principled “face of visit the News Literacy link at television” who is preparing for a clash of estesvalleylibrary.org. titans as he faces Senator Joseph Mc-

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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library Creating Young Readers: Children and Families Be Ready Fair: School-Readiness for Ages 0 to 6 Saturday, April 7, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Elementary School The library joins local partners in helping young children prepare for success in school. The event includes a Storytime Explorers program at 9:30 and 11 a.m., along with the unveiling of the 2018 One Book 4 Colorado book being distributed to all four-year-olds in Colorado. No registration necessary.

Satisfy Curiosity: Lifelong Learning Movie Event: “Good Night, And Good Luck” Tuesday, April 10, 7 p.m., Reel Mountain Theater As the grand finale of this season’s News Literacy series, the Library is hosting a screening of this acclaimed film which recounts journalist Edward R. Murrow’s behind-the-scenes battle against McCarthy era tactics. Admission is free with an Estes Valley Library card.

Repair Clinic: Tuneup Tips for Bicycles Monday, April 23, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Hondius Room Celebrate Earth Day while tuning up your bicycle for spring riding. Attendees will practice how to fix a flat tire and lube a bicycle chain. Staff from the Estes Park

Mountain Shop will be on hand for basic safety checks and to offer advice for more complex repairs. For ages 13 to infinity.

Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Teen Zone Young Chautauqua Performance Friday, April 13, 7 p.m., Fireplace Corner The public is invited to this live performance by students in the Young Chautauqua program. Building on their personal research, costumed performers will present a first-person monologue in character, then take audience questions.

Made possible by the Library Friends & Foundation and the Katie Speer Estate.

Tech Literacy Facebook: Connect with Friends and Protect Privacy Monday, April 9, 10-11:30 a.m., Makerspace Facebook connects us over long distances with loved ones. Attendees will learn how to create, use and maintain a Facebook page. Bring your mobile device or computer, or a laptop will be available to borrow. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Tech Express Drop-In Wednesday, April 11, 4:30 -6 p.m., Makerspace Drop in for answers to quick questions about your phone, tablet, laptop, email, apps, or accounts. Library staff will try

Local Artist Tim Buck Featured In April Library Exhibit This month’s Art at the Library exhibit features a collection of original works by local artist Tim Buck.

The works are located on both floors of the Library through April 28.

Buck is wellknown as the creator of “The Local Herd” cartoon strip that has been published weekly in “The Estes Park News” since the very first issue in November of 2000. He has been a resident of Estes Park since 1990.

In 2008, Buck self-published his first book, which contains over 200 blackand-white cartoons. “The Local Herd” book is available for check-out at the Library as well as for purchase at Buck’s website. Looking to the future, the artist is planning to continue to build the Local Herd illustrations and stories, and he

hopes to have the opportunity to bring his elk characters to life in animated shorts.

The Local Herd will be participating in the Estes Park Comic Con happening this July 13-15.

For more information about Buck and his artwork, visit localherd.com.

Information about library exhibits may be found at estesvalleylibrary.org. New exhibits will continue to be featured on a rotating monthly basis.

where possible to diagnose issues or make recommendations for follow-up.

Register in advance at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Using the Cloud to Back Up My Stuff Monday, April 16, 6-7:30 p.m., Makerspace Computer files and photos can be lost with one system “crash.” Cloud Storage options like Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive and iCloud Drive offer reliable ways to save data, make it password-protected, and make it accessible from different devices. Library laptops will be provided for use at this workshop. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Welcome to the USA Programs English Conversation Café Every Monday, 7- 8 p.m., Bella Fortuna, 600 S. St. Vrain Ave. This weekly conversation night is especially for English language learners who would like the opportunity to practice with native English speakers. No registration required.

Citizenship Exam Preparation Thursday, April 5, 7-8:30 p.m., Hondius Room This workshop is for those wishing to complete the necessary forms and begin preparations for the U. S. citizenship examination. Register by contacting Aracely Thomas at 970-586-8116, ext.

836, or by email at athomas@estesvalleylibrary.org.

Building Successful Enterprises: Business and Nonprofits Lunch & Learn for Nonprofits Thursday, April 12, 12-1:30 p.m., Hondius Room Nonprofit staff and board members are invited to bring a brown-bag lunch and

meet other local representatives. April’s guest is Laurie Stolen of Mental Health Matters, which is collaborating with agencies throughout Larimer County to strengthen mental health services. Register to attend at epnonprofit.org.

Discover Your Roots Genealogy Club: Success with Maps Thursday, April 12, 4-5:30 p.m., Wasson Room This monthly meeting of the Estes Park Genealogical Society is open to the public. Guest speaker Dr. Ted Bainbridge, will discuss how to use maps for successful research, utilizing websites and international sources.

Library Development Library Volunteer Appreciation Friday, April 20, 6-9 p.m., Library Atrium More than 200 volunteers serve the Library each year, contributing thousands of hours in service to the community. Library volunteers will be honored at this “by-invitation” event. To learn about current volunteer opportunities, visit estesvalleylibrary.org/volunteer or contact Volunteer Coordinator Joanna Stensland at (970) 586-8116, ext., 838.

Library Friends & Foundation Spring Used Book Sale Friday and Saturday, May 4 and 5, Hondius Room The Spring Used Book Sale will feature gently-used books, audiobooks, CDs, and DVDs at bargain prices. The Members-Only Preview Sale takes place Friday, May 4, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon.

Memberships may be purchased in advance or at the door. The sale will be open to the entire public on Friday, May 4, from 12-8 p.m., and on Saturday, May 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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26 Annual Spring Contest Pow-Wow And Indian Market

The Northern Colorado Intertribal Pow-wow Association, Inc. (NCIPA) proudly announces the 26th Annual Spring Contest Powwow and Indian Art Market. This year’s theme is “Our Youth – Our Hope – Our Future.”

The public is invited to experience a colorful, two-day celebration of northern Colorado’s largest Native American gathering of over 30 tribes represented from the Rocky Mountain and Great Plains regions.

The powwow features Native American music, dancing, singing, arts and crafts, and food. The Grand Entry, which introduces all of the tribal dancer contestants wearing their colorful Native regalia and powwow participants, will begin at approximately 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday and again on Sunday at approximately 12 noon. NCIPA’s powwow provides opportunities throughout the weekend for the public to experience the Native American cultures through the Children’s Activity Center, food, arts & crafts vendors, and music, dancing and singing during the intertribal dancing.

When: Saturday, April 7, 2018 from around 12 noon - approximately 9 p.m.; Sunday, April 8 from around 11 a.m. – approximately 5:00 p.m. (These times are approximate since there are many people involved in the powwow but we try to begin as close to these times as possible.)

Where: Northside Aztlan Community Center, 112 Willow Street, Fort Collins, CO. Bleacher seating is limited so please

bring your own lawn chairs.

Prices: Ages 13 and older $6.00/day or $10.00/weekend; Children 6-12 - $3.00/day or $5.00/weekend; Children five and under – free. This is a family-oriented event so no drugs or alcohol are allowed. Also no animals are allowed in the Community Center.

For more information about the powwow and dance contests please refer to: ncipa.weebly.com/powwow.html Volunteers are needed. To volunteer, contact Danielle at ncipavolunteer@live.com For more information regarding the powwow please contact Jan at 970-4980290.

Major sponsors include: City of Fort Collins Fort Fund, KUNC 91.5 FM (NPR), Colorado Creative Industries, First National Bank, City of Fort Collins Pianos About Town fundraiser, Calusa Community Development Program,

Salud Family Health CentersApril Is Alcohol Awareness Month Drinking alcohol can increase people's risk of injuries, violence, drowning, liver disease, and some types of cancer. This April, during Alcohol Awareness Month, Salud Family Health Centers encourages you to educate yourself and your loved ones about the dangers of drinking too much alcohol.

Each year in Colorado, more than 26,000 people are arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, and more than one third of all traffic fatalities are alcohol related, according to data from the Colorado Department of Transportation.

If you are consuming high amounts of alcohol, you can improve your health by cutting back or quitting. Here are some strategies to help you cut back or stop drinking: • Limit your drinking to no more than one drink a day for women or two drinks a day for men • Keep track of how many drinks you consume • Choose one day per week when you will not drink • Don't drink alcohol when you are upset or plan to operate a vehicle or ma-

chinery.

• Limit the amount of alcohol you keep at home • Avoid places where people drink a lot of alcohol • Make a list of reasons not to consume alcohol Salud is happy to help people who feel alcohol use is a problem. Salud offers access to Behavioral Health providers that can counsel patients who want to transition from alcohol and provide information on resources available in the community.

The Estes Park Salud Family Health Center is located at 1950 Redtail Hawk Drive. To schedule an appointment call 970-484-0999 or 303-MYSALUD. The website address is www.saludclinic.org At Salud Family Health Centers, we provide quality, affordable primary health care services to keep you and your family healthy. We serve all members of the community regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay.

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Donald James the car he and Judy would take. Of course, the car made the trip without a hitch. In 1975, fed up with the life in Detroit, the couple packed up six kids and two dogs, drove out to the interstate and flipped a coin – heads to Maine, tails to Colorado. It was tails, and the Estes Park, Colorado chapter began.

In Colorado, Dad commuted to work every day, 36 miles up and down the canyon from Estes Park to Longmont (and later Frederick, Colo.). He got to know the state troopers on that stretch well, even getting an autographed poster from one of them. His love for driving and cars made that comDon James, 82, passed away on Good mute bearable. He ran his own engiFriday, March 30, 2018 after a short neering company for much of the time, fight against cancer; and just like that, taking jobs in California, Boulder, Colo., the book of the life of Don and his and other places. He was the one people wife Judy ended. But written on those called to solve their engineering probpages is an amazing story that lives on lems. through the lives of his seven children, He was also the one that his kids called who learned first hand from a man to help solve their problems. Whether it who loved life, cared for his friends was trying to figure out why a ceiling and neighbors, worked hard and fan slowed down when you dimmed the laughed harder. lights, or working to rewire a burnt out The early chapters of Don’s life set wiring harness in a 1979 Subaru wagon, him on a path of adventures and exDad knew the answers. ploration.

Dad used his degree and his brilliant Born May 29, 1935 in Marion, Indimind, to help solve many problems. He ana to Don and Alice James, Don grew holds half a dozen patents. He helped up in the exciting tumultuous times of invent electronic devices that are comSputnik and the Mercury space promonly used today – from muscle STEM gram. As a teenager, he and his friends and TENS units to the ankle monitoring would make rockets out of iron pipe, systems used to keep track of people on carefully mixing liquid rocket fuel on home detention, his fingerprints are the stove in the basement. Sometimes everywhere. His philosophy was “make those rockets blew up on the pad, but it work” and that’s what he did. He made it was only after finding shrapnel emdo with what he had to solve the probbedded in the nearby trees that the lems he faced and he taught that work group decided that, just like the rocket ethic to all of us. When he needed to scientists they emulated, perhaps they test the range of signal on his ankle should take cover during launches. monitoring system, he strapped protoIn high school, Don excelled at athtypes to his kids and sent us off to play letics and academics. He was a star in the backyard of the house in Estes football and basketball player and he Park. He knew that duct tape fixes anyearned a scholarship to Ball State Uni- thing. He also believed in being acversity for basketball, where he atcountable for what you did. tended for one year. After that year, In 1967, an ad campaign ran in newsthough, he moved on to the Rochester papers across the country telling people (NY) Institute of Technology and to take their car keys with them. “Don’t earned his degree in electrical engihelp a good boy go bad,” the ad neering. It was truly his calling. preached. Dad scoffed because he knew In 1957, Don married Judy and the the only person responsible for a “good two combined forces to write chapter boy” going bad was that boy himself. after chapter of how to live life without Dad did right because that was the right fear or regret. From moving across the thing to do. He knew you didn’t steal a country to take a job with Ball Brothcar because the keys were inside. You ers “Bomb and Rocket Works” in Cali- don’t take things that don’t belong to fornia to trekking to Colorado, Minyou. You work hard, and just to make nesota, Michigan and then back to sure, he always said, “give people a little Colorado it was all about just picking more than they expect, every time.” a direction and going. The night beDad wasn’t what you’d expect all the fore moving from New York to Calitime. As an engineer, he had a very logifornia, Don rebuilt the driveshaft of

cal side to him, but he also loved music and had a sense of humor all his own.

Many nights, he would sit by the stereo with his headphones plugged in listening to Stan Kenton, or Pink Floyd, or Glen Miller, the Alan Parsons Project or maybe even the Dr. Demento show on the radio. Sometimes he’d put in recordings of old radio shows like The Shadow (Who knows what lurks in the minds of men?…. “The Shadow Do.” He’d say).

Years later, when his 40-year-old headphones finally wore out, Dad looked up the company and wrote it a letter praising the high quality sound he got from their product. Two weeks later, he received a package from that company – a brand-new pair of 40-year-old headphones someone found in the warehouse.

During a week of rainy weather in Estes Park, Dad announced to the family that we were going to “go find the sun” and loaded everyone up into the red and white VW microbus we had at the time and off we went. We may not have actually found the sun that day, but we drove all over looking for it. There wasn’t a mining road Dad wouldn’t take or an open gate he wouldn’t go through in his quest for a great picnic spot or hiking trail. He loved finding new places like Gold Hill near Boulder, where the family sat on a blanket in the woods enjoying a picnic lunch and watching the clouds roll over. On these quests, the perfect spot was always “just over the next sand dune.” Even when the dog got skunked.

Twice. Or the rain clouds rolled in. Or the gate got locked behind us, cutting off the way out.

Dad was a pilot (“a good one, too,”) and he flew his family across the country.

There were times he’d sit in his office or at the kitchen table with an aircraft radio listening to the pilots talk to the control tower. His favorite book, Ernest K. Gann’s Fate is the Hunter, tells the story of the burgeoning commercial airline industry and all of its dangers and comedies of errors. The underlying theme of that book, though, guided Dad through life – there is no controlling when it is your time, so make the most of each day.

Be a lunar photographer. Take time to search for things that make you go “EEEEYOD!” Fix what needs to be fixed.

Say what needs to be said. Above all, help those who need help.

After all seven of their kids grew up, Dad and Mom moved to Bonners Ferry, Idaho to write the next chapter. Dad brought his big-block Chevrolet Chevelle and joined the RodBenders Car Club. He helped organize the Borders3 Jamboree car show in Bonners Ferry and he loved cruising all over creation in that bright red, powerful muscle machine. He smiled every time he “got on it” and the cowl induction hood opened up and the engine roared. He knew that if you didn’t

drive it, what was the fun of having it?

During the summers, he’d drive the Chevelle down to the tennis courts and play his favorite game. He could watch, play or talk about tennis anytime, anywhere. He watched NASCAR and shot hoops with his grandchildren.

Idaho gave him his adventure. Hikes in the woods with his Woolies (malamutes Kayla and Kiska), his grandkids, his friends and family. Sometimes the dogs brought back random elk or deer legs to gnaw on. Sometimes bears seemed to stalk the entire group – a moving buffet protected only by a couple barking guards. But again, not a logging road was safe and it wasn’t long before Dad knew the best places to park and hike into the woods.

The final chapter in Dad’s life was sudden and unexpected. Judy died in January. Dad died just a few weeks later. He told one of his children a couple of weeks before he died that he had other plans, but that wasn’t on the table now. He also said he wasn’t afraid.

Of course he wasn’t afraid. His next adventure put him back together with his beloved wife in a place where they could hike, play tennis and explore again all without pain or worry. He probably met up with Pierre, his sonin-law, for a rousing game of Euchre against Saint Peter and Saint Paul. I bet it’s still possible to live in a tree or be “green and leafy” in that game, even in Heaven.

His legacy lives on as all of his children learned to give a bit more than what was expected, to fix what’s broken and when you come to a fork in the road, take it. He and Mom certainly raised us right. Dad, you’ve passed the baton to seven children to live your legacy and write their own books. While we can’t call you with questions about wiring or cars, we can always reach out and remember your smile, your generosity and your love.

Life is what happens When you’re making other plans.

Fate is the hunter.

Don is survived by his sister Mary, his children Chris (and Jennifer) James, Nancy (and Rob) Christensen, Robert (and Apryl) James, Eric James, Joann (and Danny) Davis, David (and Raelene) James, and Susan Perney, along with grandchildren Jessica James, Mica and Eliza James, Zach, Rebekah, Katie and Joe James, and Alec Perney.

A celebration of life memorial get-together will be held at 5 p.m. Wednesday at the Chic ‘n Chop in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, and another memorial will be held in Estes Park, Colorado at a later date.

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Virginia Cox Estes Park resident, Virginia Cox, died at Prospect Park Living Center Friday evening March 23, 2018 on her 98th birthday.

Virginia Lee Robins was born March 23, 1920 in Madison, MO. Her parents were William and Alice (Brice) Robins. Virginia left high school to help her family during the Great Depression. During World War II, when married to Lloyd Taylor who was serving in the U.S. Coast Guard, she helped the effort in World War II, working on gun turrets, battleships and submarines in ship yards in Vallejo, CA. After the War, she was employed at the Emerson Electric Company in East St. Louis, IL and later spent many years as a teller at the Mercantile Trust Company in St. Louis IL. When she was close to 50 years of age, she earned her high school diploma and went on to receive a double Bachelor’s Degree in Art and Human Services from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville. She attended the American Institute of Banking night school.

In 1997, she moved to Estes Park, CO where she was a member of the Estes Park Baptist Church. It was in Estes Park where she made friends at the local rock climbing school and took up the hobby at the age of 77 and continued it into her 90s.

Virginia loved to write poetry and had

two books of her poems published. She also gave back to her communities as a Girl Scout leader and crocheted afghans for residents of Prospect Park. She won awards for her ceramic work and taught classes on ceramics and copper tooling. She also enjoyed making shell jewelry and crocheting.

Another passion of hers was teaching Sunday School and Vacation Bible School on the Apache White Mountain Reservation. She also got to travel and see the world, having visited Hawaii six times.

Virginia is survived by her daughters, Judy Stein and her husband Eric of University City, St. Louis, MO and Bonnie Fulford-Stewart of Estes Park.

Also surviving are her grandchildren Devon Fulford of Loveland, CO; Casey Fulford of Englewood, CO, Adam Fulford of Canon City, CO, and David and Benjamin Stein of St. Louis, MO. A graveside service will be held Monday April 9, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Estes Valley Memorial Gardens in Estes Park.

A Celebration of Virginia’s Life will be held Saturday April 14, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the Estes Park Baptist Church 2200 Mall Road. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pet Association of Estes Park in care of Allnutt Funeral Service 1302 Graves Ave., Estes Park, CO 80517. See www.allnutt.com to send a message to Virginia’s family.

Marilyn Fjeld Estes Park resident, Marilyn Fjeld, died Saturday, March 31, 2018 at Prospect Park Living Center. She was 84 years old.

Marilyn Emma Angeline Burrack was born January 24, 1934 in South Dakota. Her parents were William and Anna (Ricklefs) Burrack. She received a Bachelor of Nursing degree from the University of Iowa, and later did Master’s degree work there in Aging Studies.

On April 10, 1955 she married Roger Fjeld at Maxfield Lutheran Church near Waverly, IA. After Roger completed seminary preparation, they moved to parishes in Sedalia, MO and Denver, CO. Then administrative calls took them to the Twin Cities and then back to Wartburg Seminary for the rest of his career.

Marilyn was very active in the churches to which they belonged, sometimes including choir directing and serving as volunteer secretary. In

1999 they retired and moved to Estes Park where they were members of Shepherd of The Mountains Lutheran Church. She also enjoyed art, photography and traveling.

She is survived by her husband, Roger of Estes Park, a daughter Karen Kay, a son Duglas Dean, and grandchildren Cassidy, Hunter Rosalie and Jenesis Fjeld. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Louis and Richard Burrack and a son Stuart Alan Fjeld.

A Memorial Service will celebrate Marilyn’s life on Saturday April 7, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. at Shepherd of the Mountains Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fjeld Family Endowment at Wartburg Seminary or to Shepherd of the Mountains Church in care of Allnutt Funeral Service 1302 Graves Ave Estes Park, CO 80517. See www.allnutt.com to send a message to Marilyn’s family.

Commissioner Donnelly’s Meeting April 11 To Discuss Comprehensive Plans To The Editor: As part of a review of the Larimer County Comprehensive Plan, County Planner Matt Lafferty will discuss progress on the County Mountain Resilience Plan. The Resilience Plan is the first phase in updating the current County Comprehensive Plan completed in 1997. The presentation will begin at 9:00 a.m. at the Estes Park Community Center, first floor. Mr. Lafferty will be available at 8:30 a.m. to answer general questions regarding the importance of comprehensive plans in helping to guide future development of communities.

This topic is timely for Estes Park given the recent de-emphasis of our 1996

Comprehensive Plan by Town Government when reviewing large building projects. All interested citizens who are concerned about providing public input into future utility of our Comprehensive Plan should attend in order to better understand both the planning process and the value that such plans can have on guiding future development in our Town. Hopefully, Town government officials will also attend in order to gain a better appreciation for achieving an updated Town Comprehensive Plan that reflects the interests of the public.

Tom Gootz Estes Park

Regarding Growth In Estes Park To the Editor and residents of Estes Park, The past few weeks I have read several letters regarding the concern for growth in Estes and the Wind River Apartment building planned on Highway 7.

Personally, I am very concerned because Highway 7 is a main artery for visitors and residents heading in and out of Estes Park. I am doubtful that the Town Board has really done all of their homework. If so, they would realize how congested that area is, from the golf course down to 36. A Dollar General and O'Reilly Auto Parts store have been added at the same intersection which goes directly up to the hospital. Highway 7 is in need of roadwork. Wouldn't it make more sense to move the apartments off the main

roads, out of town further?

I am very disappointed in the fact that the Town Board seems more interested in revenue than the people who reside here. By the time we hear of new construction it is well under way. A developer from out of town doesn't care about EP residents, nor will they maintain the property as it should be. How will this be monitored to protect residents in the area and their personal property?

Please stop this craziness and begin thinking of the people who reside here, who made it "Estes Park Strong" and keep it the wonderful place to live where people do like to come up and visit, not see chain stores or apartments.

Estes resident, Loretta Tryke

NOTICES

NOTICE OF MAIL BALLOT ELECTION PARK HOSPITAL DISTRICT LARIMER COUNTS, COLORADO TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and, particularly, to the electors of the PARK HOSPITAL DISTRICT, of LARIMER County, Colorado.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a mail ballot election will be held on the 8th day of May, 2018, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Mail ballots are required to be mailed to eligible electors between 22 and 15 days prior to Election Day. At said election, the electors of the District shall vote for two (2) Directors to serve four-year terms. The names of persons nominated as Director for a four-year term are: Sandy Begley David Batey John Meissner, Write-in Candidate (name will not appear on the ballot).

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that an eligible elector of said district, for the purpose of said election, is a person registered to vote and who has been a resident of the District, or who, or whose spouse or civil union partner, owns taxable real or personal property within the District, whether said person resides resides within the District or not, or a person who is obligated to pay taxes under a contract to purchase taxable property within the District shall be considered an owner of taxable property for the purpose of qualifying as an eligible elector.

Eligible electors of the PARK HOSPITAL DISTRICT may apply for a mail ballot, drop off a voted ballot, beginning April 16, 2018, or request a replacement ballot at the following location or by contacting: Julie Yaden, the District Designated Election Official (DEO) Street (office) address: 555 Prospect Avenue. Bstes Park, CO 80517 Mailing address: P.O. Box 2740, Estes Park. Colorado 80517 Telephone: 970-577-4470; Email: jyaden@epmedcenter.com;.

The Office of the Designated Election Official is open on the following days: Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Ballots must be received by 7:00 p.m. on Election Day, May 8, 2018.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that independent of the county voter lists, applications for permanent absentee voter status in special district elections must be filed with the Designated Election Official or county election offices no later than the close of business on May 4, 2018.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that independent of the county voter lists, applications for permanent absentee voter status in special district elections must be filed with the Designated Election Official of the special district(s) from which you wish to receive mail-in ballots. An application, form, for Permanent Mail-in voting in all future Park Hospital District elections, may be obtained at the district office or found at the district website, https://www.epmedcenter.com/board-of-directors.php.

PARK: HOSPITAL DISTRICT By: /S/.JULIE YADEN, Designated Election Official

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We are hiring for the following positions: Checker Courtesy Clerk Day-Stocker Overnight Stocker Bakery Clerk (Overnight) Deli Clerk Produce Clerk Seafood Clerk

Rates of pay from $10.00-$14.00 per hour (B.O.E.) Also:

Bakery Manager - $21.41 per hour (B.O.E.)

Assistant Bakery Manager - $19.41 per hour (B.O.E.) Cake Decorator - $10.50-$16.99 (B.O.E.) Assistant Meat Manager-$20.73 per hour (B.O.E.) Meat Cutter $10.65-$20.40 Pharmacy Technician $10-$15.00 (B.O.E.) (B.O.E.: Based On Experience)

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is now hiring for Seasonal Summer positions: Lifeguards; Park, Golf and Campground Maintenance, Community Center Guest Services, Custodians, Marina Staff and Sports Officials.

Apply on line at: www.colorado.gov/pacific/evrpd/ EVRPDjobs

Prospect Park Living Center â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Long Term Care LPN/Registered Nurse â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FT LPN/Registered Nurse â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FT - Nights MDS Coordinator, PBJ - FT CertiďŹ ed Nurse Aid â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FT - Nights Activity Assistant â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FT MDS Coordinator, PBJ - FT Quality Department Case Manager â&#x20AC;&#x201C; PRN

Friendly, personable atmosphere.

Looking for creative solutions to the retail experience.

Learn about gems and jewelry in a Creative work environment.

Flexible scheduling.

Open 7 days a week, all year.

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Administration Public Relations Coordinator - PT Labratory MT/MLT (ASCP) PRN

Admitting ED Patient Registration Specialist â&#x20AC;&#x201C; PRN EPMG CertiďŹ ed Medical Assistant - FT(2) Patient Services Rep - PRN Patient Services Rep - FT Physician - Internal Medicine - FT Registered Nurse - FT Registered Nurse/LPN - PT

Town of Estes Park, Attn: HR; by mail to PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517; or via Email to HR@Estes.org or via Fax to (970) 577-4770.

The status of applications will be communicated via email. By choice, the Town of Estes Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Estes Valley Recreation and Park District

Med/Surg Respiratory Therapist â&#x20AC;&#x201C; PRN CNA - PRN Unit Coordinator - FT

Home Health Hospice Personal Care Provider â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FT

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If you are looking for an exciting career we are hiring sales associates. On April 6, 10-4 we are holding open interviews. Come by our store 509 Big Thompson Ave #1, Estes Park and bring your resume or apply online at www.ensignal.com.

Become part of a quality oriented team at Estes Park Medical Center.

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Diagnostic Imaging Ultrasound Technologist â&#x20AC;&#x201C; PRN CT/X-ray Technician - PRN CT/X-ray Technician - FT

Health Information Management Medical Records Specialist - PT Emergency Department RN - PRN RN - FT - Seasonal/Temp

Tram Top Coffee Shop Looking for an enjoyable summer job with the best views in Estes Park!? We are a unique coffee shop on top of the Aerial Tramway seeking outgoing, reliable team members for the 2018 summer season!

Excepting resumes for cashiers and baristas at: thetramtopcoffeeshop@gmail.com.

Town of Estes Park Seasonal Employment Opportunities The Town of Estes Park is accepting applications for the following Seasonal positions:

Apply online: www.epmedcenter.com.

EPMC oďŹ&#x20AC;ers competitive wages and beneďŹ ts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Street Maintenance Parks (Flower Crew) Special Events / Fairgrounds Visitor Services / Information Asst.

Hiring rate $12.00 - $15.00 (DOE) Closing Date: Open Until Filled Applications are located at: â&#x2013;Ş Town Hall 170 MacGregor Ave. west foyer (Mon-Fri 8 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 pm)

Now Hiring Customer Service Representatives!

This position requires enthusiasm, efficiency, and proficiency in the English language.

Full time positions available.

Pick up an application at: 129 E. Elkhorn, Estes Park, CO 80517

â&#x2013;Ş www.estes.org/jobs â&#x2013;Ş Submit Town application, resume and cover letter to: â&#x2013;Ş Town of Estes Park, Attn: HR

HELP WANTED â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dependable person for part time laundry attendant. Stop by Village Laundry to pick up application or email resumeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to VillageLaundry1@gmail.com.

â&#x2013;Ş PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517; or â&#x2013;Ş Email hr@estes.org or â&#x2013;Ş Fax 970-577-4770 The status of applications will be communicated via e-mail. By choice the Town of Estes Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Help Wanted Full time - Year round We're looking for a dependable and hardworking member of our housekeeping staff. Competitive pay and fall bonus. Come join our McGregor Family! Pick up an application and apply in person.

2815 Fall River Rd. Estes Park, CO 80517

Full Time Position with The Estes Park Housing Authority

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LOOKING FOR ART LOVERS!

The Estes Park Housing Authority is currently accepting applications for a Housing Supervisor

We are a nationally recognized Fine Art and Craft group of galleries with 2 locations in Estes Park.

Full and Part Time Sales Positions Available.

This full-time position manages Estes Park Housing Authority Programs, maintenance, and operations, as well as supervises the staff performing leasing, housing compliance related work and maintenance of properties.

Salary is dependent upon experience, starting salary is $50,000. Excellent benefit package including health, dental, vision and PERA.

Retail sales experience preferred, but we will train the right person.

Must be friendly and outgoing and willing to go the extra mile for our customers.

500 Big Thompson Ave Estes Park, CO 80517 Or call (970) 577-3730 for additional information Position open until filled.

Please drop off resume in person at: 141 E. Elkhorn Ave. or, Email to info@earthwoodgalleries.com

Application and job description are available at the EPHA office or on our website www.esteshousing.org. Completed applications and resumes are to be returned to: Estes Park Housing Authority at 500 Big Thompson Avenue or emailed to nhawf@estes.org, or may be faxed to (970) 577-4815 to the attention of Naomi Hawf.

Now Hiring:

Servers, Host, Bus and Dishwasher Apply at 134 W. Elkhorn Ave Call 970 586-8838

$300 Retention Bonus paid out twice each year!

WorldMark Resorts invites you to apply for: Common Area Attendant Maintenance Tech

Full & Part Time positions.

We offer a fun and energetic team environment with great benefits!

Host Position Available!

Year round, part time, full time. Apply in person at 225 Park Lane

To apply for any of these great opportunities, please go to our company website at

www.WVOjobs.com. Search ‘Estes Park’.

970-577-7517

Homes

Apartments

FRONT DESK CLERK Experience in hospitality preferred

Condos

Please fill out application or mail resume to: Fawn Valley Inn 2760 Fall River Rd, Estes Park CO 80517

2 BR 1 BA 1 car garage W/D $1500 per mo plus utilities 1 yr lease. New flooring and appliances, fresh paint, updated bathroom. No pets. No smoking.

303-956-7685

Help Wanted!!!

Big Horn Restaurant!

Cooks and servers! Apply in person!

RENTALS

ROCKY MOUNTAIN RESORTS IS GROWING!

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR We are seeking a working supervisor.

Experience required.

Ready for your new job?

Looking for a product-driven workplace? Glacier Creek Construction is recruiting. We are looking for a selfmotivated and experienced builder to join our team. Custom homes, residential and commercial remodels.

Minimum 5 years experience in all aspects of construction. Must have own tools and reliable transportation.

Competitive salary DOQ.

RENTALS 2200+s.f 3/2 up+poss 2/1 down, 24x30 garage +carports, appliances, $1850. first/last+deposit.

928-218-1100

MANAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES Experience required

We offer: • Very competitive wages • Attractive employee discounts • Bonus potential • A great work environment surrounded by beautiful American art!

1Year Lease for spacious downtown studio apartment. Partially furnished, excellent neighbors, walk to everything. No smoking, no pets, single occupancy only. $1,075 includes all utilities and a downtown parking pass. Call (970) 481-1932 for interview; please be prepared for employment, rental history, and credit check.

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RENTALS Commercial Rentals Mental Healthcare Provider has office space to share. $420/month. One room plus shared lobby.

Healthcare related field preferred. Ideal for another counselor. Must be willing to sign lease. Call Sarah. 720-250-6610.

TRANSPORTATION TITLE. ASKING $11995.

CONTACT mark.enventis@gmail.com or Text/Call 970 347 0057

Motorcycles

RVs Sites available for RV or Vehicle Storage on Moraine Ave. $50/mo.

970-412-9672

SERVICES Sewing/Alterations PRICED REDUCED ......2014 HARLEY DAVIDSON FATBOY LO SOFTAIL EXCEL. CONDITION, 7500 MI, BLACK, NEW ASSECC, SERV @ THUNDER MOUNTAIN. LICENSED, CLEAN

SERVICES

BUSINESS

SALES

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Piano Tuning

Business For Sale

Legal Notices

Susan Novy, local piano tuner. Call for appt.

577-1755 www.estesparkpiano tuner.co.business

Estes Park Printing, Graphic Design and Business Services for Sale by Owner. Hobert Office Services, owner/operated since 1982. Ken & Marsha are ready to retire!

This is a GREAT turn-key business with everything included except Marsha’s photography. From the large digital Xerox copier to all the pens and paper you need, this is a great business. Email hobert@hobertltd.com or call 970/586-9519.

FREE IBACH Piano and metal futon frame.

970-581-4090.

Home Repair/Service

Must Sell a 2017 Kawasaki Z125 Pro Room/Roommate Motorcycle, beautiful green, 4 miles on it, I just $750 + shared util + dep. don’t have time to ride it.

Paid $2,999 selling for Unfurnished Room for Rent. No couples. Beauti- $2,100. Contact 970-586ful home, close to town.

3816 to leave a message if Shared large bathroom, interested. It’s a beautiful W/D, N/S, N/P. bike.

970-690-3444

TRANSPORTATION

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Creative Sewing Services Cushions, chairtops, Industrial repairs & leather.

Local - call Beth 970-492-5446

HOLMES LOG WORKS 970-586-9168 Log & Metal Railing, Deck Additions, Log Benches, Gates Mantels & Stairs www.lograils.com

REAL ESTATE Homes 2200+S.F. 3/2,UNFINISHED BSMT 2/1, SS apl, 24X30 GARAGE, HOT TUB, DECKS, $299,999.00 970-290-1961

Commercial Commercial Spaces for sale and lease.

Call Eric. Anderson Realty. 586-2950

Per C.R.S. 538-33.3-217 the Cedar Ridge HOA hereby gives notice to LOST/FOUND third-party financial stakeholders that it recently passed a Declaration Lost Amendment regarding rentals. Email LOST on 3/29 - a CedarRidgeHOA@ woman’s winter hat (dark gmail.com with questions. purplish-red) and pair of black, insulated ski mittens, on road going up NOTICE TO CREDITORS Prospect Mtn. Please call Estate of Virginia Belle or text (970) 581-1600 Keep, Deceased Case

Number 18PR39. All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Larimer, County, Colorado on or before August 17, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred.

RECREATION

REWARD! Lost 13lb male cat. He is streaks of orange,tan, brown and black very Rebound air mini tramhairy. Extremely missed. poline with balance bar Very friendly, hates collars and videos, $150. Phone # so he may have gotten out Linda Elmarr 970-215-3931 of it. Missing from Evergreen Lane by Black 1181 Griffith Ct. Estes Park, CO 80517 Canyon.

If he has adopted you or SALES you see him, please call 970-577-0944.

Equipment

Misc. Sales Moving Sale: twin beds, roll top desk, gun cabinet, recliner, dining room table, 6 chairs, hutch, table lamps, pictures,TV stand, kitchen items 970-5863954

PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER ACUPUNCTURE

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BECK Architects Architecture, Planning, Interiors Thomas W. Beck, A.I.A. 170 S. St Vrain Estes Park, CO 80517-0057

MuellerPyeCPA.com

970.667.1070

APPLIANCE REPAIR

970-586-3913 thomas@twbeckarchitects.com

ATTORNEYS

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BEAUTY SALON

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Window Coverings & Draperies Counter Tops â&#x20AC;¢ Flooring â&#x20AC;¢ Professional Interior Design

431 B.West Elkhorn ~ 970-577-7755

Mon-Fri 9am - 5 pm Saturday by appointment www.designestes.com

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CLEANING SERVICES

ENGINEERING

EYE CARE

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

970-586-1685 Custom Homes, Additions, Kitchens, Baths, Historic Renovations, Remodels and Design Work

Charles Santagati 1191 Graves Ave glaciercreekinc.com ELECTRICIAN

Full service general contracting since 1998

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PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER HEARING & TINNITUS CARE

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720.438.1088 jharris@sevenwest.build â&#x20AC;¢ EXCAVATION AND SEPTIC INSTALLS â&#x20AC;¢ INTERIOR TRIM â&#x20AC;¢ STRUCTURAL FRAMING â&#x20AC;¢ COMPLETE HOME RENOVATIONS â&#x20AC;¢ WE PROVIDE SUB-CONTRACTING SERVICES TO GENERAL CONTRACTORS Licensed and insured. NAWT certified, Boulder County Public Health license number A-082-16. General Contractor License Number CON-16-0212

LANDSCAPING

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25 YEARS 1993-2018

Cory D. Workman, Au.D. Phone: 970-586-5255

Design | Build | Remodel General Contractors | Timber Frame & Log Homes Serving the Colorado Northwest Mountains since 1993

970-586-7711 | www.ldwatkins.com

â&#x20AC;¢ Hearing Aids / New & Repair â&#x20AC;¢ Hearing Evaluations â&#x20AC;¢ Hearing Protection â&#x20AC;¢ Ear Care / Wax Removal â&#x20AC;¢ Dizziness / Balance

1186 Graves Ave., Ste. B Estes Park, CO 80517 Fax: 970-577-7260 drcory@estesparkaudiology.com www.estesparkaudiology.com

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Medicare Supplement Insurance offered by Mutual of Omaha, Cigna & Liberty Bankers Denton Insurance Agency, Inc. 343 S. St. Vrain Ave Unit 11 (970) 586-2989

INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICE

â&#x20AC;¢ Residential/Commercial â&#x20AC;¢ Log Homes/Decks â&#x20AC;¢ Free Estimates â&#x20AC;¢ 4 Year Warranty

â&#x20AC;¢ Interior/Exterior â&#x20AC;¢ Power Washing â&#x20AC;¢ Local References â&#x20AC;¢ Licensed & Insured

Tim Stolz, Owner â&#x20AC;¢ 970-518-4001â&#x20AC;¢ 26 Years Experience e-mail: testolz@hotmail.com â&#x20AC;¢ www.bestway-painting.com

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Quiet Location

BIG Views

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OPEN HOUSE Sat, 4/7 12pm-2pm

Beautifully situated, passive solar home offers peace, quiet & privacy, yet still so close to town. There are so many amenities! Quiet neighborhood, floor to ceiling windows, skylights, radiant heat on main level tiled areas, kitchen, & main level of Guest apt.

The beautiful stained pine in sunroom allows for a delightful place to have coffee & take in garden & mountain views. There's also an attached, fully equipped 1 BR Suite that's perfect for in-laws, guests, or caregiver.This is a MUST SEE!

Tucked away from the road & ready for your ideas, this 4620sf home sits on a premium 10-acre lot with pond, BIG views & the privacy you desire. Entry opens to the spacious & bright greatroom with wall of windows, wet bar & beautiful stone fireplace. Large kitchen & dining room with view windows are an entertainers dream. Main floor master suite has walk-in closet & full bath with tub, shower & separate vanities. 3 LL bedroom suites plus large family room, hot tub room & patio means room for all.

1593 Dry Gulch Rd - $1,275,000

801 Black Canyon Dr - $698,500

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Custom Home in Cherokee Meadows. Outdoor decks & huge treed yard, features views of Longs Peak & Twin Sisters. Bright & open floor plan to enjoy inspiring views. Luxury abounds in this private retreat w/upgrades including stainless, stone, quartz, slate & marble. Open floor plan w/bright great room featuring moss rock fireplace, separate dining + kitchen. Luxurious master suite w/5 piece bath + separate office. 4 more spacious bedrooms, lower-level family room & bonus room for hobbies & storage.

413 Pawnee Ln - $798,000

PR ICE

Brand-New home on a 1-acre lot in Meadowdale Hills!

This home features easy main level living with an open great room, spacious kitchen with breakfast bar and lots of storage. 3-bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including Master Suite with walk-in closet. Expansive 42' deck overlooks dedicated open space and mountain views. 2-car attached garage plus huge unfinished walk-out lower level. A new home in Estes Park at just $422,000!

646 Meadowview Dr - $422,000

Rare Moraine Ave Opportunity...Let's Explore the Possibilities!

790 Moraine Ave ~ Commercial Building Prime Estes Park Commercial Property along the main highway into Rocky Mountain National Park. .68/acre site with 5000sf building, 2 parking lots, Big Thompson River Frontage & Continental Divide Views. Perfect for retail, restaurant, craft brewery, distillery, lodging, entertainment venue, etc... or redevelopment into your great idea. C-O Zoning.

High-traffic location along Hwy 36 on way to the entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park, with over 4-million visitors annually. Price is for building & property only, but business known as The Warming House could also be purchased or will vacate. Adjacent Commercial Lot also available, bringing land total to 1.3acres! $950,000

740 Moraine Ave ~ Commercial Site Outstanding Commercial Building Site on Highway 36 with River Frontage! This is an fantastic location in Estes Park, with .62 of an acre overlooking one-hundred-thirty-three feet of Big Thompson River Frontage with sweeping Continental Divide & Lumpy Ridge Views.

C-O Zoned site will accommodate many options & has city utilities available. This rare commercial lot near the main entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park won't last long!

Lots of options for a new cafe, coffee shop, donut store, restaurant, bar, retail, food trucks, boutique hotel...? Corridor enjoys 4 million+ visitors annually into RMNP. Adjacent Commercial Building & Land also available, bringing land total to 1.3acres! $283,700