Estes Park News, January 20, 2023

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Photo by Paul J. Marcotte www.pauljmarcottephotography.com

My husband and I have bought and sold with Bret and he is amazing! Bret has such great knowledge of the area and the Estes Park neighborhoods. On the day of closing for buying our Estes Park home, a water pipe had burst. Bret was with us through it all, helping to make sure we were taken care of and that our needs were met for the repairs. Because of our great experience working with Bret to buy the home, when it was time to sell we knew exactly who to call. We had already moved when it was time to sell. Bret went above and beyond helping us make sure the house was ready to sell and getting us more than we ever expected for the house. Bret is friendly, enthusiastic, and a hard worker. He is the all around best choice if you are looking for a realtor in the Estes Park area! ~ Betsy Smith

License Your Dog For 2023 – It’s Safe, Smart And It’s The Law!

Town of Estes Park dog licenses for 2023 are now available. Licenses are available at the Finance window in Town Hall, and the Animal Medical Center of Estes Park at 1260 Manford Ave. Owners with dogs who reside within the Estes Park town limits are required by the Municipal Code to maintain a current dog license and a current rabies vaccination through a veterinarian.

Licenses cost $5 for each spayed or neutered dog. Licenses for unaltered dogs cost $15. Owners must provide the rabies vaccination registration number that was provided with the vaccination. A tag is issued with the license which must be attached to the dog’s collar at all times. If a dog is found at-large and not licensed, the owner may be cited with municipal charges and impound fees.

Dog licensing provides several important health and safety benefits, including:

Faster reunification of lost pets with their owners, reducing animal stress and health and safety risks

Reduced sheltering needs and lower euthanasia rates

Improved ability to plan and deliver animal services because the size, type and location of the dog population is

Guest Speakers At The Estes Land Stewardship Association Meeting

The public is invited to the next Estes Land Stewardship Association meeting (ELSA) on Thursday, February 2nd, at 9:30 a.m. in the George Hix Meeting Room at US Bank, 363 E. Elkhorn. Madeleine Green from the Estes Valley Land Trust and Wilynn Formeller from the Estes Valley Watershed

Coalition will be presenting information regarding each of their organizations from an overview of its history to current projects. They will also be answering questions from the audience. Take this opportunity to learn more about how you can be good land stewards and be in compliance with the Colorado Noxious Weed Act.

More information about ELSA sponsored weed disposal events, the Estes Park weed ordinance, ELSA’s weed booklet, Weed of the Week articles, etc. can be found at estes.org/weeds You can contact the Estes Land Stewardship Association (ELSA) at ELSA.weeds@gmail.com ELSA meetings are held the first Thursday of the month at 9:30 a.m. in the George Hix Meeting Room at US Bank during February, March, April and November. Monitored Weed Drop-offs are held the

third Saturday in June, July, August and September. Articles will be posted in the EP News prior to these drop-off events. ELSA is a 501 (c) (3) unincor-

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Improved ability to enforce Town ordinances because owners can be identified and held accountable for the behavior of their pets

Larimer County requires that dogs living in unincorporated areas of the county maintain current rabies vaccination as well as a county pet li-

porated nonprofit organization. Our primary objective is to address the noxious weeds invading the region by promoting awareness of invasive plants and their impacts, through education and outreach efforts.

Owning property in the Estes Valley can be challenging and different! Bagging mature weeds during the summer months is not how you want to spend your time. Be proactive – learn your native plants and manage the invasive plants in a timely manner with a weed management specialist if you don’t have the time, energy or expertise to manage your property. A list of weed management specialists who can help is available at larimer.org/naturalresources/weeds/applicators Management strategies and information can be found under at estes.org/weeds under the Helpful Documents page.

cense. For more information on county licenses, please visit www.larimer.org/clerk/recording/pet -licenses. For more information on Town dog licenses, contact the Estes Park Finance Department at 970586-5331. The Municipal Code is available via www.estes.org/municipalcode.

Estes Park Museum Program: 'Mountains' By W.S. Cooper

On Saturday, January 21, 2023, join the Estes Park Museum as they welcome John Lacher as he presents the book, Mountains by W.S. Cooper. The program begins at 1:00 p.m. and will be held in the Museum Meeting Room. This program is free and open to the public.

W.S. Cooper’s climbing adventures between 1904 and 1908 are chronicled in his work, Mountains. Descriptions of difficult summits in hobnail boots and cutting steps in ice with a knife, the author describes unique events and experiences in Colorado. Originally, the book was written for his children and

grandchildren in 1971.

Presenter, John Lacher has spent most of his life in Colorado. Interested in hiking, backpacking, and climbing from a young age, Lacher joined the Colorado Mountain Club and has worked to publish outdoor guidebooks. When he read the original 1971 manuscript of Mountains by W.S. Cooper, he was enchanted with the author’s writing style and experiences described in the book. In cooperation with Cooper’s family, Lacher has worked to make this manuscript of adventures available to the public.

The charge(s) are merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

On 1/10/2023 at 1:30 a.m. in the 600 block of Morgan Street, police contacted a 30 year old male from Estes Park pursuant to a report of a disturbance. He was charged with second degree assault, third degree assault, obstructing government operations and a warrant arrest –for misdemeanor/traffic offenses x 4. He was arrested for his outstanding warrants and third-degree assault. His additional charges stem from his conduct with the arresting officers and was transported to the Larimer County Jail.

On 1/11/2023 at 12:29 p.m. police contacted a 28 year old female from Estes Park at Big Thompson Avenue at North Saint Vrain Avenue, pursuant to an outstanding arrest warrant. The female was

arrested and transported to the Larimer County Jail.

On 1/13/2023 at 4:00 p.m. at 170 Macgregor Avenue, three juvenile males from Estes Park were arrested, booked, and released on summonses from the Estes Park Police Department. Their ages were 15, 15, and 14 years old. All the juveniles were charged with third degree assault and false imprisonment, and one of the juveniles was also charged with criminal mischief. Their case has been referred to the Larimer County District Court - Juvenile Division.

On 1/15/2023 at 3:27 a.m. police were called to an assault in the 300 block of East Wonderview Avenue. On scene, a 31 year old male from Denver, CO was arrested and charged with third degree assault and transported to the Larimer County Jail.

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 January 8, the Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) responded to 8 calls for service. This in-

cluded:

• Emergency medical (assist EPH): 1

• Motor Vehicle Crash: 1

• Smoke Investigation: 1

• Odor Investigation: 1

• Alarm Activation: 2

• Gas Leak: 1

• Assist: 1

Through The On-Going And NewEstes Park Moves Forward

The Town of Estes Park has a January through December fiscal year. The work the Trustees and I do corresponds to that calendar. As the new year begins, I find myself thinking about that work as either being on-going and new.

In the on-going category, is the work I do to fulfill my promises to the townspeople of Estes Park who elected me the mayor. It includes: representing all residents in all matters that come before me; actively listening to opinions of residents as I deliberate on matters; explaining my position on key issues; fostering a respectful and productive culture among Town employees and trustees; and leading with honesty, transparency and vision.

The weekly report-out (there have been over 130 so far) I write and the regular morning and afternoon office hours I set aside to meet with people at Town Hall are part of my on-going effort to honor my promises. Scheduling a meeting with me is simple. Either call the Clerk’s Office at (970) 577-4773, email me at wkoenig@estes.org or call me direct at (970) 577-3706.

Also on-going is my representation of the townspeople as a board member of key entities, such as the Platte River Power Authority, the Larimer County Behavior Health Treatment Center and Solid Waste Policy Committee. Each of these entities provide vital services to the people of Estes. All have big plans for the year ahead. For instance, the Larimer County Behavior Health Treatment Center, off of Trilby Road in Fort Collins is 65% complete and plans to have a grand opening next December. And the Solid Waste Policy Committee recently learned that a Request for

Project plan is in process for transfer of Larimer County communities’ trash to the new landfill scheduled to open in the next three to five years. This project has been in motion since 2015.

The Trustees and I monitor the progress of the Town’s new projects. During the first quarter, several new projects are commencing. At the end of January, the Loop Project will begin repairing the Ivy Street Bridge. Bids for Downtown Wayfinding Signage Project are due on February 2nd, with construction to follow soon after. And the Fall River Trail Extension Project, in coordination with Xcel Energy, will begin moving existing gas lines when details are complete. Until then, construction of retaining walls will occur at the western end of the project.

In February, the Trustees and I will consider requests for rollover funding for uncompleted projects that are part of 2022 Strategic Plan of the Town. A big shout out to the Town employees who are feverishly working to complete the projects. Then, in March the Trustees and I will be meeting with Larimer County's Commissioners in Estes Park to consider a funding structure for a stormwater mitigation effort throughout the Estes Valley. The staff of the Town’s Public Works Department has spent many years moving this project forward. My goal is to help them get a go-forward-plan during the next year.

As this report out makes clear, 2023 will be a busy time for the townspeople of Estes Park, their Town and their elected officials, including me. I plan to keep my eyes on the prize, while dealing with the on-going and new and ask that you do the same.

Community members are invited to join Mayor Pro Tem Scott Webermeier and Trustee MacAlpine for a Trustee Talk on Thursday, Jan. 26 at 10 a.m. in the Town Hall Board Room, 170 MacGregor Ave. This is an opportunity for

community members to discuss local issues with members of the board in an informal setting. The Trustee Talk session will be open discussion on local issues.

The Trustees support the townspeople of Estes Park through the policy, fiduciary, legislative and quasi-judicial decisions they make for the town government and their participation as board members of key organizations.

Inspired

By: Don Smith

The Legacy Of Enos Mills

Enos Mills has been described as “a citizen of nature by birthright and persuasion” by author and well-known Colorado mountaineer Alexander Drummond. As Mr. Drummond has noted, “Nature commanded his allegiance not through its immutable laws, but through what he saw as its innate aesthetic and moral appeal.”

Born in Kansas in 1870, Mr. Mills moved to Colorado in 1884 at the age of 14. It would be impossible to imagine what might have happened to the majestic Estes Valley and surrounding lands had Mr. Mills not moved to Colorado and taken up the effort to establish Rocky Mountain National Park.

However, what can be said is that the legacy he left all of us - and all future generations – in the form of a national park in our backyard, can only be regarded as one of Colorado’s greatest achievements.

Now, more than 100 years after Mr. Mills’ death, the legacy he left in the form of land protected forever is more important than it has ever been. The park itself and the majesty of the surrounding Estes Valley that lies just east of the park are geographic jewels that have touched all who have ever set foot in this wonderful area.

That said, in order to flourish, legacies must be nurtured and protected so that they continue to benefit all who love –and in the future will love – this special place. The Estes Valley Land Trust (EVLT), which was established in 1987 to protect both public and private lands through conservation easements, has worked in the spirit of protecting the “inheritance” we have all benefited from as the result of Mr. Mills’ foresight.

I am particularly reminded of this following the recent announcement that more than 160 acres of forests, streams, and beaver ponds once owned by a member of the Mills family have been

protected through an amended conservation easement with EVLT. This land will be left as it is forever, accordingly providing a home for animals and all of nature that resides on this parcel. While not as monumental in size and scope as establishment of the national park, this land’s protection was inspired by Mr. Mills’ respect for nature.

Remembering and respecting legacies tell us much about where we are from. Protecting legacies today tells us much about where we will travel in the future and what we, as well as the original creator of the legacy, will leave behind for others.

It is revealing to consider Mr. Mills’ own affection for nature: “The trail compels you to know yourself and to be yourself and puts in you harmony with the universe. It makes you glad to be living. It gives health, hope, and courage, and it extends that touch of nature which tends to make you kind.”

These words are at once inspiring and as well as filled with responsibility for future generations that will carry his legacy forward. The Estes Valley Land Trust is committed to carrying on in remembrance of this great man, working to ensure that his legacy is protected today, tomorrow, and forever.

Note: This is the second article in a three-part series that covers the Estes Valley Land Trust’s Childers Conservation Easement connection with the Mills family and the beaver colony that once thrived in the Tahosa Valley.

About the Estes Valley Land TrustFounded in 1987 by Estes Park residents, the Estes Valley Land Trust is a nationally recognized land conservation organization that has preserved nearly 10,000 acres of land and some of the most iconic landscapes in the Estes Valley. Please consider becoming a member of the land trust by joining at www.evlandtrust.org/donate.

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Sunday Breakfast Buffet

8-Noon Every Sunday $18 per person, $8 under age 10

Skip the restaurant lines and enjoy great food at a great price! Coffee and juice included, Other drinks, mimosas, and bloody marys available.

At the Legion: 850 N St Vrain, Estes Park

Downtown Estes Loop Project Begins End Of January Community Meeting Tuesday, January 31

Partners of the Downtown Estes Loop project have announced that initial tree removal and excavation will begin at the end of January before construction gets in to full production the second week of February. Prime contractor, Flatiron Construction, in coordination with the Federal Highway Administration Central Federal Lands Highway Division, the Town of Estes Park and the Colorado Department of Transportation will start the initial phase of construction.

The first item crews will address is construction of a roundabout that connects Crags Drive, Moraine Avenue/US Highway 36 and West Riverside Drive. While work is underway, motorists can expect intermittent lane closures in the work zone. The roundabout is expected to be in its temporary traffic configuration by the summer.

The second goal of phase one is to demolish and reconstruct the Ivy Street Bridge. During bridge construction, Crags Drive, West Riverside Drive and Ivy Street will be closed to through traffic. Access for local traffic is available using the post office parking lot. The new bridge is expected to be completed by spring or early Summer of 2023 for the reopening of West Riverside Drive to accommodate for the busy summer tourism season.

Improving and relocating utility services is also a primary function during phase one. For phase one, the Contractor’s working hours will be from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. Some night work may occur for upgrades to utilities.

As the project moves into additional phases, Moraine Avenue, Elkhorn Avenue and Rockwell Drive will be resurfaced. The project will wrap up with the traffic reconfiguration of West and East Riverside Drive along with intersection and road improvements in the project zone.

A community meeting will be held Tuesday, January 31 at 4 p.m. in the Town Hall Board Room of Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Avenue. Community members will have the opportunity to learn more about the upcoming project and ask questions of

the project team. The meeting will be streamed and recorded via www.estes.org/videos. Future updates throughout the duration of the project can be accessed by visiting the project’s webpage at www.DowntownEstesLoop.com. The website will be live beginning Monday, January 23.

Project Overview

The project originated through the Town’s 2013 application for Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP) funds to construct a one-way couplet along Elkhorn Avenue, Moraine Avenue and Riverside Drive. Improvements consist of a 1.1-mile loop of Elkhorn Avenue, Moraine Avenue and Riverside Drives.

The Downtown Estes Loop project is expected to be finalized by the end of 2024. Major construction will take place during non-peak months, January through June and October through December. The purpose of this project is to improve access to and from Rocky Mountain National Park by reducing travel time, congestion and pedestrian and vehicle conflicts through downtown Estes Park, as well as the associated negative impacts to the visitor experience.

When the final configuration is in place, a one-way traffic pattern will exist on Elkhorn Avenue westward from the intersection of Riverside Drive through the intersection at Moraine Avenue, and southward on Moraine Avenue to a new roundabout on Moraine Avenue that connects Crags Drive, Moraine Avenue/US Highway 36 and Riverside Drive. An eastbound one-way traffic pattern will exist from the roundabout, northward on West Riverside Drive over the newly constructed bridge onto East Riverside Drive, which will be a one-way street taking motorists northward back to the intersection of Elkhorn Avenue and Riverside Drive.

Project Information-Project Website: www.DowntownEstesLoop.com

Project Email: PublicInfoCO@gmail.com

Project Phone: 970-880-2373

Women Invited To Travel With Girl Scouts

Travel to Europe has never been so chic! Girls will explore four incredible European cities on this unforgettable tour. Take a walking tour of London: Trafalgar Square, Leicester Square, Covent Garden. See Big Ben and Houses of Parliament, Piccadilly Circus, St. Paul’s Cathedral and Westminster Abbey.

Travel by Eurostar train from London to Paris and see Place de la Concorde, Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides and the Eiffel Tower for starters.

Then fly to Florence. Visit San Miniato

al Monte, Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, Chiesa di Santa Croce and the Gates of Paradise to name a few.

Travelers will go next to Rome. There they will take a guided tour of Vatican, the Sistine Chaple and St. Peter’s Basilica prior to traveling via Pompeii to Sorrento and ending with an enjoyable boat cruise in Capri.

It's a great opportunity to travel for all women of any age. This trip can also count as high school and college credits. For a full itinerary visit www.eftours.com/2451660HB

The Old Way At The Stanley Hotel

The historic Stanley Hotel is excited to announce Ryan Kiera Armstrong, who co-stars with Nicholas Cage in the Western The Old Way, will introduce the film along with producers Robert Paschall Jr. and Sasha Yelaun on Friday January 20th at The Stanley Hotel.

The film is a kickoff to the “Westerns and Whiskey Weekend” event at The Stanley Hotel, the first of what is planned to be an annual Western Film Festival series.

Ryan plays the daughter of gunslinger, Colton Briggs (played by Nicholas Cage), who helps her father seek revenge for the death of her mother. This is Nicholas Cage’s first Western Film in his long, successful career.

Ryan, who is the youngest actor to star in the American Horror Story series recently finished playing the role of “Charlie” McGee in a new adaptation of the Stephen King Film, Firestarter (https://youtu. be/Fi12vkGBLFA)

Along with the film’s producers, Ryan will be part of a panel discussion moderated by the local film producer and actor, Nick Thomas along with the CEO of the Stanley Film Center, Rand Harrington.

Tickets can be purchased at www.stanleyhotel.com/westernswhiskeyweekend.html

The Stanley Hotel: Famous for its old world charm, The Stanley Hotel boasts spectacular views in every direction and is less than six miles from Rocky Mountain National Park. Multi-million dollar renovations have restored this 155-guest room hotel to its original grandeur. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and member of Historic Hotels of America; only an hour away from Denver, it is ideal destination for a Colorado getaway.

The Stanley Hotel opened in 1909 and it was just two years later that chief housekeeper Elizabeth Wilson was injured in an explosion while she was lighting acetylene lanterns in room 217. She survived the incident, but guests have reported sensing her presence in the room ever since. Other guests have reported lights flicking on and off, doors opening and closing and laughter and footsteps when no one else is around in other rooms and facilities throughout the hotel. The Stanley Hotel is consistently ranked the #1 haunted hotel in the world.

Nebula Needs A Loving Home

Nebula is 13 years old, friendly, loving and declawed. She is good with other cats and has been around dogs. She likes catnip and laser toys. Nebula is currently living at the Pet Lodge. Please call (970) 286-1652 if you’d like to meet this sweet kitty.

All pets are offered through the Pet Association of Estes Park, a nonprofit organization that 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.

Weavers Guild To Meet January 26

The Estes Park Area Weavers Guild will meet on Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. in the Hondius Room at the Estes Valley Public Library. Chris Switzer will give a talk on “Knitted Coin Purses of Peru.” She will have some samples gathered on her trips into Peru while she and her husband Phil were establishing their herd of alpacas and paca-vicunas.

Although the EPAWG was established as a weaving group, not all of our members are weavers. We actively participate in other fiber arts such as knitting, crocheting, felting, needlepointing and embroidery. The EPAWG meetings are always open to non-members. Anyone with an interest in fiber is welcome to come to the program and even join if they wish. For more information on the guild contact Gray Rueppel at grayrueppel@gmail.com or Barb Richards at barbat2160@gmail.com.

A couple of weeks ago we explored the concept of museum fatigue. It is a real condition caused by “experiencing” exhibits in museums and similar cultural institutions (castles in Ireland and cathedrals in Italy, for example). The malaise is rather common—even when we visit museums we love—as proven by the feedback I received [my sentiments are in brackets]:

Cindy C. said, “I experienced so much museum fatigue in Europe…but I wanted to see all I could. After eight hours in the Vienna Art Museum because my companion kept saying, ‘Almost done’ after four hours, I broke down and cried in the gift shop. Yes, part of a successful museum outing is to go with someone who matches your pace and level of interest.”

Audrey S. shared a somewhat similar experience: “1999. Traipsing through Italy with my best friend Debra. Museums in Venice, Milan, Siena, Rome. Our tours in Rome included the Vatican and its museums and in the end Galleria Borghese. I said NO MORE! We should have spent more time in cafes eating, drinking and watching people.” [Verily, the world is a museum!]

Vandra S. said, “Fascinating! I always thought the fatigue was from the random meandering around at a snail’s pace. Much like shopping, which also exhausts me.” [Sounds like Vandra’s favorite museum gift shop would have a cot with a pillow and blanket tucked away in a corner; not to buy, but to borrow.]

Nancy H. said, “Love museums, loved the column. I have been known to sit briefly on the floor in a no-bench museum. Not often though, because I am old and short and that gets me too much worried attention.” [Sounds like a pop-up museum or one of the up-and-coming “small museums, ” which are often temporary with only a few items exhibited, might be well-suited for Nancy.]

Arlene F. mentioned a museum I’d never heard of: “We decided to skip the Phallological Museum when we were in Reykjavik, Iceland.” [Philatelic Museum (stamp collecting and postal history)? Philological Museum (the structure, historical development, and relationships of languages)? No, the Phallological Museum. A museum of and about boy parts. It really does exist.]

Arlene continued, “Recently we found The Museum Of Musical Instruments in Phoenix to be superb with excellent headphone guides (that paired masterfully with Ron’s hearing aides) and

benches.” [Ah, now we can stop squirming.]

Dan the Banjo Man made a similar recommendation: “If you are in Oklahoma City, I hope you take a look at the American Banjo Museum. I was on the board of directors when we established it several years ago.” [Under no circumstances should you visit this museum if you have a heart condition, stroke, or high blood pressure.]

[Imagine a toothy-smiley-face emoji with tears coming from each eye here.] [It is sacrilegious to mention banjos without including a banjo joke.]

Terri S. added a few of her favorite museums to the list: “Go see the Gopher Hole Museum of Alberta—taxidermied groundhogs dressed in costumes, doing all the Canadian things Canadians do and say (with little word captions above their heads). Or you can go visit the historic house where Anne of Green Gables was written. Oh yeh, it is on Prince Edward Island. Or how about the Canadian Potato Museum where you view all the diseased potatoes of the world. ” [They have a gift shop, Vandra!] [There are also potato museums in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Idaho and New Mexico. Oddly, there is no potato museum in Ireland.]

[Who knew there was such a fascination with the lovely potato? ] [I tried multiple times to type “lowly” potato but autocorrect kept changing it to “lovely, ” so I decided to leave it. With so many museums dedicated to the lowly spud, it has earned the adjective “lovely.”]

I’ll wrap it up with Terri’s comments about the museum fatigue she experienced in her role as a conservator: “I am permanently fatigued after being in hundreds of small, rural, and cultural museums and ALWAYS trying to make each one a better place for artifacts, people, and animals.” [Terri plans to virtually join the conversation surrounding Estes Park’s One Book One Valley selection, Finders Keepers: A Tale of Archaeological Plunder and Obsession by Craig Childs. When we talked about it during our book club meeting last week, she had me spellbound with her experiences and insights.]

If you’re like me, you’re sensing some museum fatigue fatigue. We’ve exhausted the topic so we’ll end it here.

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

© 2023 Sarah Donohoe

Noon Concert January 24 With Roots Rock Musician Nick Wagner

Everyone is invited to attend a free concert from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 24 at the Estes Park Senior Center (EPSCC), 1760 Olympian Lane.

Local Roots Rock Musician Nick Wagner, who originally hails from Chicago, will be centerstage. Nick’s guitar music has eclectic influences steeped in Blues and Rock & Roll, as well as jazz, country, pop, and R&B. Elvis Presley, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Bob Dylan are just of few of his icons. His musical offerings vary from café and dinner settings, to bustling club and festival scenes. Stop in for Nick’s variety performance!

You’ve probably seen Nick performing locally at Snowy Peaks Winery, Aspen & Evergreen, the Barrel, the Rock Inn,

and many other venues throughout Estes Park. If you are interested in having Nick perform at your upcoming event, private or

Scott Applegate Senior Vice President Chief Credit Oficer

255 Park Lane at MacGreggor Estes Park, CO 80517 (970)586-4485

Bring your own lunch, or pre-purchase a hot lunch by ordering the day before. The meal on Tuesday will be a Blue Cheese Bacon Burger with potato salad. The cost of a meal is $7 for EPSCC members and $10 for non-members. You must order your meal before 1:00 p.m. on Monday, January 23. For more information about the EPSCC or to order a meal for the concert, please call the Coordinator, Tonya Martin, at (970) 581-2195.

www.bankofestespark.com

public, contact Nick at nickwagpmstudios@gmail.com.

Attendees are welcome to eat lunch during the performance.

This community presentation is organized and sponsored by Renee Hodgden of RE/MAX Mountain Brokers. Renee is certified as a Seniors Real Estate Specialist by the National Association of Realtors and can be reached at rhodgden@remax.net.

501 S. St. Vrain, Suite 100 Estes Park, CO 80517 (970)577-1234

Chocolate Notes: A Sweet Evening Of Song

What is more romantic than a serenade and a box of chocolates? It’s undoubtedly a serenade by world-renowned opera singer Cree Carrico and indulging your sweet tooth in a decadent chocolate buffet at the Dunraven at the Estes Park Resort. On February 11th, Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies invites you to celebrate its 65th anniversary with a cabaret-style performance by soprano Carrico and music director Aaron McAllister.

The evening will hit all the right notes, especially the sweet ones. Carrico will sing hit love songs from classic composers of musical theatre, contemporary composers, and some world premieres, yet unsung in public. The chocolate buffet is enough to satisfy even the most ardent chocoholic with delights such as a chocolate fountain, an assortment of light and dark chocolates, and rich chocolate cakes.

While sampling the selection of sweets, prepare to find yourself starstruck. Carrico has a diverse repertoire ranging from Marie Antoinette in Corigliano’s

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Join us at the Dunraven at 7:30 p.m. for this exclusive fundraiser and make sure to set aside time to browse the art available for purchase. Proceeds from the tickets will fund future programs hosted by the Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies while all art sales go directly to funding annual scholarships for art and music for two deserving local youths. You can also support the Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies by becoming a member.

Tickets are $70 a person or $130 a couple and are available online at fineartsguildoftherockies.wellattended.com/eve nts/chocolate-notes.

The Ghosts of Versailles, ensembles in Jesus Christ Superstar, and the antiheroine Jenny Smith in Weill’s Aufstieg und Fall der Stadt Mahagonny. McAllister has directed more than 100 musicals and has composed the score to three original musicals along with his

rators. He currently serves as the Director of Fine and Performing Arts at St. Agnes Academy.

You Could Attend The CIA In Estes Park

Frozen Dead Guy Days Festival Is Reborn In Estes Park

Quirky Rocky Mountain celebration moves to Estes Park for 2023

Frozen Dead Guy Days (FDGD), one of Colorado’s most beloved annual events for more than 20 years, is kicking off a new chapter in Estes Park. Taking place over St. Patrick’s Day weekend on March 17-19, 2023, the reborn Frozen Dead Guy Days will feature live music and entertainment all weekend long. It will be held at the Estes Park Events Complex and The Stanley Hotel, with satellite events occurring around town. Festival goers can expect the weird and wonderful happenings from years past, including coffin races and a polar plunge, as well as plenty of new and elevated Estes twists, like a deadman fashion show, roaming freak show acts, a Bands & Bloodys Sunday Brunch and more.

Proceeds from the event will go toward funding workforce housing and childcare solutions in Estes Park. Visit Estes Park and The Stanley Hotel have committed to donating all proceeds from ticket sales that surpass operational costs to the area’s recently established workforce housing and childcare funding mechanism.

and by 2022, Frozen Dead Guy Days attracted approximately 20,000 attendees.

“Frozen Dead Guy Days is going to be a fundamental shift for Estes Park,” says John Cullen, owner and CEO of The Stanley Hotel. “Together, we’re going to create a winter festival playground and we are proud to have The Stanley be the host hotel for it.”

Through the vision of the new FDGD executive team, Visit Estes Park and The Stanley Hotel, plans are underway to make the inaugural Estes Park Frozen Dead Guy Days the most fun yet. Specific dates and times will be announced soon, but attendees can expect:

Live Music and Entertainment – An exciting line-up of talented artists, both local and national, will be released soon.

The Blue Ball – This iconic FDGD event will be held at the historic Stanley Hotel and will feature live music, dancing, DJs and more.

Coffin Races – Teams of “pallbearers” will race head-to-head, through a course full of obstacles, mud, snow, and drills in a grandstand setting.

We’re not keeping this classified: all Estes Valley residents are invited to apply for the Town of Estes Park’s Community Information Academy (CIA), a free seven-week series designed to familiarize participants with Estes Park’s town government and encourage active participation from community members.

During CIA, participants meet with Town Trustees and staff, expand their knowledge of overall Town operations, and learn about other government taxing districts in the Estes Valley. The course also reviews the responsibilities of Town departments including public works, utilities, community development, finance, administration, administrative services, police, the municipal court, and community services.

CIA consists of six weekly three-hour classroom sessions as well as a Town facilities tour. Classes will take place every Wednesday afternoon from 1-4

p.m. at the Estes Valley Library, beginning February 15 and continuing through March 29. Five sessions will cover the Town departments listed above, and a sixth will focus on the local Special Districts in Estes Park.

Priority for admission to the program is given to Town residents, but individuals who live outside Town boundaries are welcome to attend if space is available. Minimum class size is 15; the maximum is 25. Participants apply to attend, and if accepted, commit to attending all sessions. Applications are accepted through January 23, 2023.

Attending CIA is not a prerequisite for election or appointment to a board or commission. However, CIA participants who subsequently served on Town boards and commissions have found it very helpful.

For more information or to apply, visit estes.org/communityinformationacademy or call 970-577-3700.

“We’re very excited to give new life to this iconic Colorado festival, while maintaining its quirky vibe,” says Kara Franker, CEO of Visit Estes Park. "Estes is built for events like this as we have the right venues and infrastructure to suit the festival’s size. Additionally, it will support the town during a slower season and ultimately give a boost to workforce housing and childcare."

For the uninitiated, Frozen Dead Guy Days celebrates an unusual turn of events that brought the frozen body of a deceased Norwegian man to a Tuff Shed in Nederland, Colorado. Bredo Morstøl, or Grandpa Bredo, as Frozen Dead Guy Days devotees fondly refer to him, passed away in 1989, but his family cryogenically froze his body and shipped it to the U.S. Over the next decade, his legend grew amongst Nederland residents, and a winter festival was born to pay tribute to Grandpa Bredo with quirky events and activities. It caught on in a big way;

Irish Wake – Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, Frozen Dead Guy Days style, and toast to Grandpa Bredo all night long.

Brain Freeze Contest – Eat your heart out with the area’s best local ice cream.

Deadman Fashion Show – Come dressed in your finest “dead guy” duds to win prizes and mingle with your fellow attendees.

Bands & Bloodys Sunday Brunch –Close out the frigidly fun weekend with live music and themed brunch menus at restaurants around town.

Local Beers and Spirits – All beers and spirits served at the festival will be local to Colorado, including the official FDGD beer brewed by Lumpy Ridge Brewing Company, Estes Park.

Tickets for Frozen Dead Guy Days will go on sale in late January 2023. For more info, visit www.frozendeadguydays.com. For more information on Estes Park, visit www.visitestespark.com.

$8,000 Presentation To Crossroads

What an honor it was for Karen Dick and Mary Liz Adair, members of 100 Women Who Care-Estes Park, to present $8,000 to Tim Van Ryn, Assistant Director, of Crossroads Ministry. For many years Crossroads has ministered to the basic human needs of many Estes Valley residents-assistance with rent payments, assistance with utility bill payments, and generous donations of food when requests are made. The stability that Crossroads offers families is often lifechanging.

100 Women Who Care has hosted only five meetings since its inception in August of 2021 and to date members have donated $34,050 to nonprofit organizations in Estes Park! The monies awarded are: $5,650 to Estes Valley Recreation and Park District Foundation, $6,200 to Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success (EVICS), $5,700 to Estes Valley Crisis Advocates, $1,150 to the Boys and Girls Club, $200 to the Stanley Home Museum and Education Center, $6,550 to Habitat for Humanity, $100 to the American Legion, $8,000 to Crossroads Ministry, $400 to the Estes Valley Volun-

teer Fire District, and $100 to the Rocky Mountain Conservancy. The members are very proud of the enormous good their contributions are making in our community.

Meetings of 100 Women Who CareEstes Park are held three times a year. At each meeting information about three nonprofits in the Estes Valley is presented. At the conclusion of the meeting one of those nonprofits is chosen to receive the donations of the members. The joy is that contributions are often made to all three of the organizations. The next meeting is Thursday, February 2 from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. at the Bird’s Nest Restaurant at the junction of Moraine Avenue and Mary’s Lake Road. What a wonderful meeting location! Members can relax after the meeting for delicious food offerings and memorable fellowship.

Please join the members of 100 Women Who Care-Estes Park for a great evening. New members are always welcome! For further information please contact: janet.collison@gmail.com

Mary Liz Adair, Karen Dick and Tim Van Ryn.

Estes Park Woman's Club January Meeting Wrap Up

bags, and workout bags that will be given to those going into foster care. As our President Judi Cunningham said "A great way to help the youth of our community who could use some kindness."

Literacy is a lifelong skill supported by the EPWC. Each year the Woman's Club supports Literacy projects at the schools. This year we will be donating $4,500 to help bring two authors for the middle and elementary schools. February 7th Christina Soontornvat will present twice to the middle school and once to the fifth grade students. On March 4th Yuyi Morales will make two presentations to the elementary school.

KREV-LP Programming Information

KREV-LP has upgraded its programming to include a number of new offerings. Listeners can tune to 104.7 FM to enjoy an eclectic selection of music and special presentations.

Two hours of Spanish radio from 2:00 to 4:00 on Saturday afternoon includes both news and music. German Music still airs at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, with World Music at 2:00, followed by Afternoon Classical from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m Sundays. Dinner music airs from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sunday evenings, followed by Evening Jazz at 7:00 p.m. and Evening Classical from 9:00 until 11:00 p.m. Night Music rounds out the schedule from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. every day of the week.

To try the live stream, go to the website at www.krevlpfm.org, and click on “Listen Now.”

At the January Woman's Club Meeting

Mary Barrons, Estes Park High School

Principal, spoke to their E5 Vision: Excellent Educational Experiences, Every Student, Everyday. Her goal is to have the Estes Park High School be a safe learning community that fosters a school that all students want to come to and be part of. A highly trained staff seeks global outcomes as a priority, and many opportunities are provided through internships in the community and other programs.

The American Legion provided an enjoyable lunch and great venue for fellowship and an informative program. We wish to thank our members that donated slightly used suitcases, backpacks, duffle

Our next meeting will be on February 8th at the American Legion. The program will feature Diana David Brown and Rosemary Truman, Estes Valley Crisis Advocates. Their topic will be "In Crisis? Who You Gonna Call?" Interested in joining the club? Contact us at EstesParkWomansClub@gmail.com.

Over 110 Years of Service to the Estes Valley Community.

In addition to favorites Morning Music from 6:00 to 10:00 a.m. and Midday Music from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. weekdays, the 10:00 hour features folk music from Monday through Friday. Afternoon Classical is in its regular slot from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., with Upbeat airing from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Dinner Music, Grass Fed rock music, and Evening Jazz each have two-hour slots starting and 5:00, 7:00, and 9:00 p.m. weekdays.

Weekend daytime still features Saturday Morning Chores from 7:00 to 10:00 a.m., but A Way With Words is a new program at 10:00 Saturday mornings with British Rock at 11:00 a.m. and World Music at noon on Saturday. Old Time Radio at 1:00 p.m. Saturday afternoon features favorite comedy and variety shows from across the years.

KREV-LP serves the Estes Valley with a varied mix of music, educational information, public interest programming, and local announcements. To support Community Radio for the Estes Valley, visit the website at www.krevlpfm.org for more information on how to become an underwriter or contributor. Click on the “Become an Underwriter” tab at the top of the page to fill out the on-line form, and someone will contact you to complete the process. Information about how to become a volunteer is available through the “Contact Us” tab on the website.

KREV-LP, 104.7 FM, relies on community support and a small volunteer board of directors. After two years of Covid-related restrictions, the KREV-LP board hopes to get back to regular fundraising through an in-person campaign this summer.

The Queen’s Ball Celebrates Four Women Executive Directors Over EPNRC’s 20 Years

By: Karen McPherson, Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center (EPNRC)

Have you heard of the Queen’s Ball?

This event is next weekend at the Stanley Hotel Concert Hall; costumes are encouraged, there is a live and silent auction, dinner, and dance party. This year’s fundraiser is extra special because it commemorates the 20 year anniversary of EPNRC. “A Queen’s Ball" is inspired by the all female leadership lineage at EPNRC: Christy Crosser, Jill Lancaster, Laurie Dale Marshall, and, now, Cato Kraft.

ENTER CHRISTY CROSSER (2007-2012)

“When the board saw the need to serve the nonprofits in Estes Park, they had the foresight to hire staff. That initial, very part-time position, led to a more robust, strong, and resourceful organization for the nonprofit community. EPNRC continues to grow and is in a position to provide more assistance to local nonprofits. The very first National Philanthropy Day event was a big success in the Hondius Room at the Estes Valley Library (a pot-luck with punch). It was packed and still this event continues.

EPNRC has come a long way, baby! Thankfully, Jill Lancaster came in after me and did a great job of cleaning up my mess. HA!”

BATON PASS: Enter Jill Lancaster (2012-2018)

I was excited, having just moved to town, to have a very part-time job—10 hours a week (HA), so I could meet new folks and spend most of my retirement hiking.

Christy and the founding board had laid a great foundation so we could focus on serving the nonprofits, making them stronger. It was clear when I started there was board fatigue; we needed a board succession plan.

I ambled along the first year, encouraging collaborations with United Way of Larimer County, the Community Resource Center and the Colorado Nonprofit Association to strengthen our educational offerings. A wonderful partnership with the YMCA elevated National Philanthropy Day into the amazing celebration it is today.

The greatest community issue during my tenure was the 2013 flood. This disaster catapulted EPNRC into the role of community organizer. We implemented the Volunteer Clearinghouse, a partnership with the Town and several other organizations (local churches, Red Cross, etc.) to dispatch volunteers for flood cleanup and recovery.

Donor dollars were going to flood relief and nonprofits needed funding to continue to meet budgets and offer services.

EPNRC initiated the Give Where You

Live Work and Play campaign to help raise funds for nonprofits. Funders began to take notice of EPNRC, who could now afford a half-time director.

Because of my work with the Work Force Center during the flood, EPNRC now had a physical office. The greatest advancement during my time was when I hired a part-time staff person—the amazing Alison Rivers, who still works for the organization. This allowed us to focus on programming and partnerships/collaborations. We launched more programs, including Estes Valley Legacy. Eventually, EPNRC formed a partnership with the Presbyterian Church of the Rockies, which provided us with triple the space!

We needed to focus on raising money so that we could continue and expand programs. So, because of the vision of board member Cynthia Krumme, we started our "Night of" fundraising events. The first being Night at the Museum!

Nothing in my tenure could have happened without the dedicated, volunteer board and Alison Rivers. I never intended to work full-time, but I wanted to get the organization to a point where it could sustain a full-time director and support staff. Viola! In 2018, I handed the reins over to Laurie - who took on the position with flair and enthusiasm.”

BATON PASS: Enter Laurie Dale Marshall (2018-2021)

“In my first year, the organization was ready to add another part-time staff position, a marketing and communications

coordinator (Karen McPherson). The board transitioned to a governing entity and we established the PCCR as a sustaining location through a code amendment allowing nonprofits to rent in certain residential zones.

I feel proud to have elevated the position of the EPNRC in our community and the region. EPNRC became an organization known to think outside the box to meet local needs. Nonprofits in the Neighborhood was a weekly column in our local newspaper that elevated awareness of all nonprofits and the vital contributions they make. The BBB Charity Accreditation program allowed non-

BATON PASS: Enter Cato Kraft (2021-present)

After two years of serving on the Board of Directors for EPNRC, Cato decided to take the plunge into leading the organization as our fourth Executive Director. In just a year after starting, Cato Kraft succinctly declares that “EPNRC elevates local nonprofit impact. Our focus is to support, connect, and inspire. Capacity building is not a sexy term, but it is a necessary term for what we do to sustain the success of our local nonprofit sector. This includes board trainings, funding, marketing, grant seeking, back-end supports, innovative collaboration opportunities, and educational workshops.

“When I started, my number one goal was to meet our community nonprofits where they are and learn what they needed or wished for from EPNRC.

The most re-occurring request from nonprofits is an authentic connection to our diverse community.

Community individuals funded 100% of the first six months of a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program. This program continues in 2023, focused on developing a board training audit and policy manual that foundationally challenges who sits on small nonprofit boards.”

profits to achieve recognition as a Charity Accredited organization, providing assurance to donors of their high quality.

The COVID-19 pandemic made it very clear that nonprofits are the safety net of a community. Never before was collaboration more necessary. EPNRC hosted a weekly meeting to assess community needs and solutions. This weekly meeting has morphed into the now monthly Partnership Networking, where local nonprofits continue to maintain strong connections. EPNRC also developed a Nonprofit Relief Fund for nonprofits that were suddenly cut off from their usual funding sources. This ensured they could continue their services in our community. When our community shut down from COVID, EPNRC brought nonprofit partners, donors, and volunteers together to execute Nourishing Network, a community food program that distributed food and information.”

Kraft continues saying, “My mantra is ‘Community over Competition;’ I speak on behalf of nonprofits when hard conversations need to happen with business or government. We are in a position to be an advocate for nonprofits and issues that affect our sector. This is a huge honor and badge of trust from our nonprofits to EPNRC. There can be a fear of stepping on each other’s toes, but the collaborations we have and are building create the organization's vision of Strong Nonprofits=Strong Community.” With Kraft leading the organization, the Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center is ready for the next 20 years of supporting our community nonprofits.

Check out a recent nationwide podcast Cato participated in called, Agency for Change, hosted by KidGlov. This podcast discusses Estes Park, our nonprofit sector, and the great work that EPNRC does to elevate local nonprofit impact! Podcast can be found at: https://kidglov.com/podcast/cato-kraft/

Tickets and Auction Items can be found at EPNonprofit.org. Ticket sales end January 21. The online auction is open from January 25 to January 28 at 6 p.m. Five items are reserved for the live auction held the night of the event.

What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library

WINTER HOURS

Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays, 1-5 p.m.

ADULTS

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What Was Ours: Film Screening & Q&A with Co-Producer

Jordan Dresser

Friday, January 20, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Hondius Room

What Was Ours follows a young journalist and a teenage powwow princess, both of the Arapaho tribe, as they travel with a Shoshone elder in search of missing artifacts in the vast archives of Chicago’s Field Museum. After the screening, documentary co-producer Dresser will join via Zoom for audience Q&A.

Everything Has An Essence: A Conversation with Betsy Chapoose Monday, January 23, 6-7:30 p.m., online

Betsy Chapoose, Cultural Rights & Protection Director for the Ute Indian Tribe, will discuss her three decades of cultural resource protection and repatriation work.

Bridging the Gap: Indigenous Perspectives & Educational Tools with RMNP

Wednesday, January 25, 6-7:30 p.m., Hondius Room

This two-part presentation from the Rocky Mountain National Park Education and Interpretation team will deepen your understanding of Indigenous perspectives, and demonstrate how we can apply that knowledge in educating future generations.

Repatriation, Restorative Justice, & the Colorado Museum Landscape Friday, January 27, 5:30-7 p.m., Hondius Room & online

Steve Nash, Senior Curator of Archaeology and Director of Anthropology at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, will help us better understand the Colorado museum landscape with respect to artifacts, and discuss the repatriation and restorative justice work his museum has done.

Get to Know the Estes Park Museum & Your Local Museum Professionals Wednesday, February 1, 6-7:30 p.m., Wasson Room & online

Director Derek Fortini and the Estes Park Museum staff will showcase Museum services, discuss their work as museum professionals, and share their thoughts on the ideas and perspectives of Finders Keepers.

TEENS & KIDS

Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org Ute Knowledge & STEM Saturday, January 21, 2-3:30 p.m., Hondius Room

Investigate how the Ute people used science, engineering, and math to survive and thrive in the Rocky Mountains.

Robotics & Tech: Potato Science Saturday, January 21, 3-4 p.m., Wasson Room

Teens & Tweens: Get CPR & First Aid Certified

Attention Gen Z and Gen Alpha! If you’re a teen or tween (or a guardian of a teen or tween), don’t miss this opportunity for a free CPR and first aid course at the Estes Valley Library. Have you been wanting to babysit or interested in gaining a new skill? Are you looking for something to add to your resume or college application? Attend this three-and-a-half hour training on Saturday, February 11 from 1-5 p.m. in the Hondius Room at the Estes Valley Library.

Completion of the course grants a two-year certification from the American Safety and Health Institute, and will cover adult, child, and infant CPR; AED use; choking; and a variety of other first aid emergencies. Participants must stay for the entire class in order to earn their certification.

Attendees must have their own library card or an Estes Schools student ID number. Proof of certification and refresher booklet will be sent via email after the program. The course will be instructed by a healthcare professional; masks will be provided and maskwearing is appreciated.

Did you know that out-of-hospital cardiac arrests most often occur in homes and residents (70%), followed by public settings (18.8%)? If performed immediately, CPR can double or triple the chance of survival from an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Acquire this important skill and arm yourself with the tools to help others.

To learn more and/or sign up, visit estesvalleylibrary.org.

Repeated Tuesday, January 24, 5-6 p.m., Wasson Room

Harness the power of food! We’ll use potatoes and lemons to illuminate a light bulb and turn on a mini fan.

The Girl Who Loved Wild Horses: Kids Book Adventure

ages welcome.

Make a Magnifying Glass Friday, January 20, 10-11:30 a.m., Makerspace

Repeated Wednesday, January 25, 5:307 p.m., Makerspace

Repeated Saturday, January 28, 2:30-4 p.m., Makerspace

Craft a handmade magnifying glass (and test your beginning sewing skills!). All supplies provided.

The Magic of Masks

Thursday, January 26, 4-5 p.m., Hondius Room

Read the story, then craft an Indigenous structure using low temperature hot glue and fabric pastels. For ages 610.

Book vs. Movie Club: Holes Saturday, January 28, 12:30-3:30 p.m., Hondius Room

Book or movie—which did you like best? We’ll discuss the book, then watch the movie adaptation. Snacks and drinks provided.

Archaeology: Colorado History Comes Alive! Tuesday, January 31, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Wasson Room

Get hands-on with Colorado history! Explore replicas of Colorado artifacts (like pottery shards and stone tools) in this archaeology kit from the Colorado State Library.

Artwork Wednesday: Pop-up Valentines Wednesday, February 1, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Makerspace

Experiment with different art mediums and styles while creating Valentine’s Day cards for your family and friends.

Teen Advisory Council Thursday, February 2, 6-7 p.m., Hondius Room

Monthly meeting for tweens and teens who would like to recommend ideas for library programming, future teen space design, and collection purchases for their age group.

KIDS & FAMILIES

Library Storytimes

Baby Storytime: Thurs., Fri., & Sat. at 10 a.m.

Preschoolers: Thurs., Fri., & Sat. at 10:30 a.m.

Read to Therapy Dog “Bo”: Wed., January 25 at 6 p.m.

Read to Therapy Dog “Annie”: Wed., February 1 at 6 p.m.

ALL AGES

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Young Chautauqua Club

Tuesdays through April 4, 3:45-5:30 p.m., Hondius Room

Research the life, words, and mannerisms of a historical character, culminating in a live, costumed performance. All

Tuesday, January 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Makerspace

In partnership with the Art Center of Estes Park, and sponsored by the Estes Arts District, up to ten patrons will have the opportunity to create a piece for the upcoming exhibition, “The Magic of Masks. ” Registration required; one entry per person/family, please.

BOOKS & AUTHORS

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Finders Keepers Book Discussion Monday, January 30, 6-7:30 p.m., Hondius Room & online

Discuss the 2023 One Book One Valley title. Copies of the book are available for checkout now, and a discussion guide will be sent prior to the meeting.

xkcd Webcomic & What If?

Series Creator: Author Talk with Randall Munroe

Tuesday, January 31, 12-1 p.m., online

Join for what is sure to be the most funfilled hour of the day as author Randall Munroe shares his “serious scientific answers to absurd hypothetical questions. ” Presented with the Library Speakers Consortium.

MAKERSPACE

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Learn the Laser Cutter

Saturday, January 21, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

For ages 15 and up.

Learn the 3D Printer Saturday, January 28, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

For ages 15 and up.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY FOUNDATION

Cliffhanger Used Books

Cliffhanger Used Books, located next to the post office, is operated by the Friends of the Library Foundation, offering gently-used books, movies, and music at discount prices. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Each of us has an organ inside us that dictates our ongoing welfare, as long as it functions ‘the same yesterday, today, and…’ We’re blessed with a heart, and its key to success is its consistent functioning. Ask an NFL player who collapses on the field, because it did not ‘consistently’ function, or Elvis Presley’s daughter or??? It’s amazing that this little part of us is so ‘faithful’…consistent…year after year, although some of us may need a Pacemaker to help guarantee that consistency.

‘Consistency!’ It’s been called the ‘key to success that few are willing to talk about.’ It’s much easier to attribute a person’s success, to their natural ability or skill, ‘being in the right place at the right time’, family influence, or some other contributor. Perhaps, Dwayne Johnson, ‘The Rock’, whose acting prowess is well known, had heard such things. His response: “Success isn’t always about greatness. It’s about consistency. Consistent hard work leads to success. Greatness will come.”

We certainly see this evident in the sports world. As a Denver Nuggets fan, I love to watch our team members who show their consistency in their play…and in their preparation. Take ‘the Joker’ (Jokic), for example. There’s a reason why he’s the reigning MVP, leading the NBA in ‘triple doubles’ (points, rebounds, assists) almost every year. He’s always trying to improve…to be ready. During a recent extended game delay a TV announcer noted that Jokic was the only player doing running exercises, etc. to keep ready for the resumption of play. However, since most of us are not playing such sports, let’s think of ways that our own consistency…leading to success…will be evident.

We each need to show this quality in our work habits. ‘Consistency’ has been defined as ‘a commitment you make to yourself and others. It’s about keeping your word to carry out what you’ve agreed to do.’ As you consider yourself and others on the workforce where you are, you know who those ‘consistent’ people are: they rarely ‘call in sick’, showing up faithfully to do their work with due diligence, maintaining standards that lead to producing a high quality of work. One employee-search company, Indeed, describes ‘consistency’ this way: “It affects the quality of work that you develop, the speed at which you produce work, your attendance and communication with others in your workplace.” It urges constant efforts to improve on that consistency.

Consider other areas of your life in which ‘consistency’ is so crucial. What about your approach to parenting and spousal relations in your family? One family expert puts it like this: “Consistency is one of the most essential and productive strategies for effective parenting. In practice, this means being consistent in your schedule, routines, and rules; in your discipline patterns; and how you connect with your child emotionally …consistency lets children know what to expect. That strengthens their sense of stability, security, understanding, trust, and comfort.” Without this, children will not ‘know’ which ‘person’ will be disciplining them at any given time, sometimes punishing them…even severely…and other times ‘letting it go’. Consistency in parents’ requirements of and rules for their children is so very crucial. The same thing is true also in our relationships with our husbands / wives.

This leads into our consistency in character. We’ve all heard of the ‘Jekyll / Hyde’ person with whom no one knows which character traits will be displayed at any given time. The answer, of course, is ‘consistency’, but in good ways…not like the man described as ‘even-tempered…always mad’. We should be patterning ourselves after Jesus Christ, described in Hebrews as “the same, yesterday, today, and forever’; and our God, ‘with Whom there is no variation, nor shadow of turning’. (James 1:17) When each of us stands before God in judgment, our ‘consistent’ character will be under scrutiny.

So, let’s close with some suggestions as to ‘how’ to develop this ‘success’ giving quality. Adam Sicinski, one expert, sums it up: “Consistency therefore is all about repetition. It’s about repeating the same actions (habits and rituals) over and over again, gaining feedback from them and adjusting them accordingly to help you stay on track as you work towards your goal. And that, in essence, is the difference between success and failure in any field of endeavor and the key to high levels of achievement.” Bob Lewis

Looting, Preservation, And Moral Ambiguity: One Book One Valley Continues

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of Anthropology

the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, will discuss the repatriation and restorative justice work his museum has done while helping us to better understand the Colorado museum landscape. This presentation will be available inperson in the Hondius Room or online via Zoom.

It’s been a busy month at the Estes Valley Library: One Book One Valley events and activities have been taking place almost daily, and the community has been reading along as we explore the themes and perspectives of our 2023 title, Finders Keepers.

We’ll continue celebrating with opportunities for readers to gather, learn, and discuss through the end of January and into early February. If you haven’t been able to attend a One Book One Valley program yet, we welcome you to check out one of these upcoming events.

On Wednesday, January 25, join us at the library at 6 p.m. for “Bridging the Gap: Indigenous Perspectives and Educational Tools with the Rocky Mountain National Park Education & Interpretation Team.” This two-part presentation will deepen your understanding of Indigenous perspectives, and show how to apply that knowledge to educate future generations.

Ranger RisingBuffalo Maybee (Northern Arapaho/Seneca Nations) will lay the foundation by discussing Indigenous identity, cultural conflicts, and how we can protect stories of Native communities by honoring all cultures. Then, Ranger Kurt Baze will demonstrate the Ute Knowledge History Take-Out, a tool created by History Colorado that uses artifacts and lesson plans based on primary source analysis, photos, and other resources to teach the history of the Ute tribes.

On Friday, January 27 at 5:30 p.m.,

When it comes to artifacts, museums are repositories of our cultural heritage, with a mission to preserve, study, and educate. At the same time, museums have come under fire for holding artifacts they shouldn’t. How are these tensions playing out in today’s museums, especially in Colorado? And what’s changed since 2010, when Finders Keepers, this year’s One Book One Valley title, was published? Curator & Director Nash will discuss these questions and more.

Let’s keep the museum discussion going: On Wednesday, February 1 at 6 p.m., get to know your local museum professionals. Director Derek Fortini and the Estes Park Museum staff will discuss their work, showcase the services our museum offers, and share thoughts about the ideas and perspectives we’ve encountered throughout our One Book One Valley events. This program will be available in-person in the Wasson Room, or online via Zoom.

Finally, don’t forget to register for the culminating event of the 2023 One Book One Valley series: An Evening with Craig Childs, the author of Finders Keepers, who will join us in Estes Park on Monday, February 6 at 6 p.m. This event will take place at the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies, located at 1700 Brodie Avenue, and all are invited to attend.

We welcome you to take part in One Book One Valley: an opportunity to celebrate literacy, storytelling, and civic dialogue through the shared reading of a single title. Sign up for these programs and more at estesvalleylibrary.org/1b1v.

Paul Sterling-New Instructor At Estes Valley Community Center

been seen over 6.6 million times. Sterling is also a communication/intimacy coach working with couples that still love each other but are having a hard time getting along; helping them turn things around and remember why they fell in love in the first place.

He was mentored by Tony Robbins, Robert Kyosaki, Marshall Thurber, Bob Proctor, Byron Katie and Marshall Rosenberg. Sterling has taught his Argue Less, Love More method to university professions, therapists, counselors, prison inmates and couples from around the world. Sterling will be teaching Argue Less, Love More at the Community Center on Saturday, February 11 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.; the fee is $15/per person. The class is open to ages 21 and older. Sign up at evrpd.com before February 6.

The Estes Valley Community Center would like to introduce a new instructor, Paul Sterling - a best-selling author and international speaker.

His YouTube video on intimacy has

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Student Appreciation Program

Estes Park Senior Citizens Center Menu

Jan 23 – 27

Monday, Jan 23 Taco Salad w/ Chicken

Tuesday, Jan 24 Blue Cheese Bacon Burger w/ Potato Salad

Wed., Jan 25 Country Fried Chicken w/ Mashed Potatoes, gravy & vegetables

Thursday, Jan 26 Stuffed Bell Pepper (w/ Beef & Rice), garlic bread & side salad Friday, Jan 27 Fish & Homemade Chips w/ soup of the day

Jan 30 – Feb 3

Monday, Jan 30 Stuffed Chicken Breast w/ apples & Roasted Potatoes

Tuesday, Jan 31 Quiche (w/ spinach, bacon & onions) w/ Hashbrowns & fruit

Wednesday, Feb 1 BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwich w/ Mac ‘n Cheese & baked beans

Thursday, Feb 2 Meat Lasagna w/ garlic bread & side salad Friday, Feb 3 Trout (4 oz) w/ Baked Potato & soup of the day

TDS Telecom has designed a program called “TDS Student Appreciation Program” to reward High School Students who are making efforts to keep their grades up. Any student having a GPA of 2.50 or greater can apply online with the school. The high school then draws 16 lucky winners each drawing (four students from each grade) and these students get a $25 gift card. In Estes Park, TDS gives away a $25 gift card for Inkwell & Brew coffee shop. Also, students get a $10 gift card for Macdonald Book Shop.

The total giveaways are worth $2,000 in a school year. TDS fulfills its social responsibility by giving back to the community that we serve and encourages students to keep their grades up and get rewarded for it.

TDS Student Appreciation Program (TSAP) had its 26th lucky winners award

ceremony of the year on January 17, 2023.

List of winners:

Name Grade

Benjamin Adams 9th grade

Emily Hernandez 9th grade

Taylor Ellis 9th grade

Clare O’Briem 10th grade

Dawn Nguyen 10th grade

Jerilyn Fischer 10th grade

Farrah collins 10th grade

Nirmala Guvaju 11th grade

Andie Lewelling 11th grade

Miqmar Dolma 11th grade

Ciel Sugar 11th grade

Daphne Hightower-Parker 11th grade

Tom Dorman 11th grade

Jake O’Malley. 12th grade

Maya Kiser 12th grade Mikah Gay 12th grade

Kirk Fisher Earns RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement Award

Kirk Fisher is the Broker/Owner, of RE/MAX Mountain Brokers, and has been presented with the prestigious RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement Award honoring highly successful agents with RE/MAX.

Only six percent of all active agents in the RE/MAX network have achieved this prestigious award since its inception.

If you are a buyer or seller of a home and are assisted by Kirk or have already worked with him, you know you will be receiving the maximum in professional service and dedication to a successful purchase or sale. His knowledge, expertise, and attention to detail will ensure a

smooth path to the transaction’s completion.

Kirk has been practicing Residential/Commercial real estate in Estes Park with RE/MAX Mountain Brokers and the Peggy Lynch Team for the past 14 years. He has extensive experience in residential real estate, luxury properties, commercial

properties, new construction and income properties. Included in Kirk’s list of achievements, he has earned many awards from RE/MAX Hall of Fame, Diamond, Titan, and Chairman's Club.

To learn more about Kirk, please visit www.PeggyLynchTeam.com

Meals are $7 for current 2023 EP Senior Citizens Center members and are by reservation only. (Or 3 meals for $20; use pre-paid meal tickets.) Exact cash or check payment required. Reservations must be made by 1:00 PM at least one business day in advance. Note, if you want to reserve a meal for Monday, Jan 23rd, you need to call before 1:00 PM on Friday, Jan 20th. For reservations call 970-581-2195 and leave a detailed message. Pre-paid meal tickets and membership forms are available at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center located at 1760 Olympian Lane.

The Center is OPEN (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10-1; Tuesday 10-2) TriFit (MWF 10:30-11:15); Yoga/Balance (TT 10:15-11:15)

Mahjong (Tuesdays 10-2); Special Presentation (3rd Tuesday @ noon) Two Bridge Groups: 1st, 3rd, & 5th Wednesday of the month & Every Thursday 12:30 - 4 PM

Reserved Meals-to-Go delivered to your vehicle or EAT at the Senior Citizens Center Check out our website: estesparkseniors.org or call for the latest information

By: Judi Smith

Educational Growth

Education is vital to sustainability. In an capitalistic country, education leads to a better career and a greater income for individuals, but it also must be recognized that an educated public is capable of contributing more to the sustainability of a community.

In the early, largely agricultural times, children grew up participating in the family business and derived the necessary education from their parents who rented the land. Only the landowner needed to read and write. By the time this country was hosting European families, the goal was to own your own home, and perhaps a business as well. Villages created community schools.

Universities began to develop, largely for the well-to-do or very industrious. There were some landed gentry, like the Southern plantation owners, but most businesses were small and entrepreneurial.

Daughters aimed to marry well. First sons were expected to step into the father’s shoes, inheriting the farm, ranch, or business. Younger brothers entered an apprenticeship program, trading labor for an education in the field of their choice.

And then came Industrial Revolution, the era of mass production, and a different kind of education was required. Assembly lines wanted people who could read and write well enough to follow instruction reliably. Universities wanted a consistent high school curriculum to en-

sure their incoming students would be equally prepared. The Committee of Ten, comprised of University Presidents and High School Principals in 1892, met to standardize high school education. They decided that school should encompass 12 years of classes, the last four being high school and they decreed that all high school students, whether expecting to go to college or not, should study literacy (Latin, Greek, English, and other modern languages), mathematics, science (physics, chemistry, biology, and astronomy), plus history (world and USA) and some form of civic preparation. However, perhaps the most important decision of the committee was that public education is intended for both academic (college bound) and terminal (leaving academia after high school) students. It is intended to prepare them for life, improving their well-being and their future contribution to society. This was an important step for all US citizens.

This was the mold for education from the 1890s until after WWII. During WWII, the men were gone; the women “filled in” in the factories and in the service jobs. After WWII, many women liked working outside the home. Families began to depend more heavily on schools. Schools began providing meals and transportation allowing mothers to work at least six hours. With double incomes, families had more money. We now began the retail age, with national

marketing by large corporate retail franchises.

As the economy changed, education also accommodated new developments. Back in the 1930s, my father was taught to read under the then popular “whole word” or “look/say” method. By the time I started school in the 1950s, my elementary school was teaching phonics. That is pretty universal by now. My siblings, my children, and my grandchildren all studied phonics.

Because the US Constitution guarantees education as a right of the States, it can also vary by location of the school. I first learned US History, including the Civil War, in my New York 6th grade elementary class. When I studied the history of the same time period in my 7th grade Texas History class, it was presented quite differently. At 11 years old, I learned that everything depends on perspective.

In the 1960s another notable change in education occurred. Klaas Kramer, the author of “the teaching of elementary school mathematics,” taught for Colorado State College (the fore runner of University of Northern Colorado). Although, thanks to my financier grandfa-

ther, I already embraced most of the concepts of the “new math,” I took several classes, at both undergrad and post graduation levels, on how to teach those concepts.

Today, education is in the throes of another major change. With the “Age of Information,” came the realization that, while some basic facts, like phonics, are still worth memorizing, we all have a digitally indexed database in our pocket at all times. It is far more important to have the information, media, and technology skills to lookup the information one needs; the creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to decide personal belief; and the communication skills necessary to defend one’s position.

The Colorado Department of Education has a new fact sheet about the Innovation Learning Office which works with the Colorado Education Initiative to “ignite the unique potential of every student,” expanding opportunities to “develop academic, professional, and entrepreneurial competencies that the modern economy demands.” That is what education is all about.

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Park

Olympics

William “Biff” Baird III

William “Biff” Baird III was born on August 16, 1951, and died peacefully at the age of 71 on January 14, 2023. Biff’s free spirit, indelible curiosity, and fervent passion contributed to a unique, multi-faceted, and beautifully full life. Biff grew up in Ames, IA and earned his B.A. in English from the University of Kansas in 1973. While in college, Biff spent his summers working for a trial crew at Rocky Mountain National Park and tending bar at the Wheel in Estes Park, CO, where he developed an affinity for Colorado’s natural beauty that kept him in the state for the remainder of his life.

Estes Park Special Olympics organizers are hosting bowling fun at the Bull Pin, 555 S. St. Vrain Ave. on Tuesdays from 3:30-5 p.m. All ages are welcome to participate.

For more information, contact Audri Smith at 970-451-3762 or email epspecialolympics@yahoo.com.

Biff began working at Vail as a lift operator in 1973, and his passion for alpine mountaineering enabled him to quickly become an expert level skier. He became part of the Beaver Creek Ski Patrol followed by his long tenure as a patroller at Hidden Valley Ski Area in Rocky Mountain National Park. He also served as a judge for the National Powder 8 Skiing Championships and Beaver Creek Ski Resort renamed one of his favorite back country runs “Biff’s Cliff” on the mountain’s unofficial trail map. Biff was well known throughout the Summit County and Estes Park ski communities. He spent his summers playing keyboard in various rock and roll bands that toured across Colorado’s front range and beyond. In his free time, he scaled most of Colorado’s 14er’s and hiking trails and used his alpine and EMT skills to help with both mountain and flood rescues.

In 1990 Biff married his late wife, Judy Rosen. Biff went back to school while raising his sons and landscaping for the Town of Estes Park, earning his Master’s degree in Recreational Tourism and Conservation Resource Management from Colorado State University. His Master’s thesis studied the recreational conflict between skiers and snowboarders, which remains the only scientific study ever published on the subject. Biff and Judy also spent a year living in Queensland, Australia, where Biff studied marine biology at the University of Queensland. He then founded Exhibit Design Associates, an interpretive design company that centered its work on interpreting and preserving cultural and natural resources across the US. He designed exhibits and displays at numerous projects including Rocky Mountain

Flats Cold War Museum, Town of Breckinridge Museum, and Hoover Dam Museum. His dedication to preserving Colorado’s national beauty included serving for many years on the Estes Valley Planning Commission. Biff and Judy were co-authors of multiple children’s books introducing young adventurers to the beauty and history of America’s national parks.

Biff’s life arch from a self-proclaimed “professional ski bum” to a published author and successful small business owner made him a fascinating conversationalist. He coupled his unique perspective with an uncanny charisma that made him a one-of-a-kind individual. He will be remembered for his remarkable adventures, dedication to his children, and warmth to all he came across.

Biff is survived by his first-born son Bridger of Glenwood Springs, CO; his youngest son Hayden of Dallas, TX; his brother Jim and wife Joyce of Clive, IA, and nieces Elizabeth Baird and fiancée Mike Brower of Kansas City, MO, and Allison Baird and husband Marvin Morazan of Chicago, IL. He was preceded in death by his father William, mother Marie, and wife Judy.

In lieu of flowers memorial may be made to Estes Park Junior Golf or Rocky Mountain Conservancy in Biff’s name.

Biff’s public service and life celebration will be held on January 28th, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. MST at the Estes Park Community Center, 660 Community Dr., Estes Park, CO 80517. Friends and family are welcome to attend.

LaNelle Dahnke Clements

LaNelle Dahnke

Clements, 85, of Ashburn passed away Sunday, November 13, 2022 at her residence.

LaNelle, affectionately known as Mimi to her family, was born in Hamlin, Texas on April 19, 1937 to the late James Fred and Hazel Norvelle Flenniken Dahnke.

LaNelle was a loving and compassionate mother, grandmother and great-grandmother; a caring and generous friend to many, as well as a welcoming and warmhearted host to her numerous guests throughout the years at Amberwood.

She is survived by her daughters, Ann C. (Scott) Lee of Hernando, Florida and Jane C. (David) Smith of Ashburn; sons, Joe F. (Allison) Clements of Athens and J. Bob (Stephanie) Clements of Otis, Kansas; grandchildren, Samuel (Caroline) Clements of Charleston, South Carolina, Robert Clements of Bozeman, Montana, Douglas Clements of

Athens, Jeremiah (Arliese) Lee of Manor, Texas, Jordan Lee of Branson, Missouri, Lindsay Lee of Raleigh, North Carolina, Remington Smith of Ashburn, Jedidiah Clements of Potwin, Kansas, Taryn (Britt) Waller of Israel, Karli Clements of Otis, Kansas, Daniel Clements of Potwin, Kansas, Melody Clements of Otis, Kansas, Laura Clements of Otis, Kansas, Jeremiah Clements of Otis, Kansas, Seth Clements of Otis, Kansas, Benaiah Clements of Otis, Kansas and Anna Clements of Otis, Kansas; great-grandchildren, Lielle Waller of Israel and Aviya Waller of Israel.

LaNelle was preceded in death by her husband, Homer Joe Clements.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to: Baptist Bible Translators Institute, PO Box 1450, Bowie, Texas 76230.

A memorial service will be held in Lubbock, Texas at a later date.

The Estes Fly Tying Group meets the first Tuesday of each month from 6:008:30 p.m. at the St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 880 MacGregor Ave.

Next meetings:

Tuesday, Feb. 7

Tuesday, Mar. 7

Tuesday, Apr. 4

Tuesday, May 2

Bring your vise, tools, materials. The idea of the group is to get together and tie flies, share ideas and techniques. It’s a good time to restock your fly boxes and see what works in Estes Park and other favorite fishing towns.

All skill levels welcome. If you are not a tyer, please come and sit in on the conversation. No fees, it is free.

For questions contact: Frank Drummond at frank@brushcreekcane.com or Susan Underwood at underwoodsusan54@gmail.com.

Looking For A Change?

Jay Richard Smith

1930 – 2022

Jay Richard Smith was the son of Jay Franklin and Mable (Richardson) Smith.

Born Tuesday, November 18, 1930, Barnard, Kansas. He was the eldest son of 12 children.

The family moved to Minneapolis, Kansas in 1944 where Jay attended high school. He became a first-generation college student attending Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kansas on a football and track scholarship. He graduated with a Business Administration degree in 1953.

Jay registered as required for Selective Service upon graduating from college. He was a US Army Engineer finishing basic training at Fort Riley, Kansas. He then deployed to France, serving from 1953-55.

Upon release from military duty, Jay and Mary Lucile Johnson were married on August 14, 1955 in Lindsborg, Kansas at the Messiah Luthern Church. This began a union which would cover 33 faithful and joyful years. Jay and Mary lived in Colby, Kansas for 30 years and raised 3 daughters there. Jay taught at Colby Public Schools as a junior high mathematics teacher and coach. He continued his schooling earning a masters from the University of Northern Colorado in Education. He attended advanced graduate study at California State of Hayward, CA on a National Science Foundation Grant and attended computer workshops. One of his hobbies was wood working and operated on a part time basis a Cabinet Shop in Colby, Kansas. He was very active in various community activities and organizations in Colby: United Methodist Church (member of Administrative Board; chairman of Audit Committee), Advisory and resource person for Boy Scouts, Western Plains Arts Association, Colby College Endowment Association, Thomas County Historical Society. He retired from teaching in 1985.

Jay spent 16 summers working as director of Cheley Colorado Camps Boys’ Trails End Ranch. This began a lifelong appreciation for the Rocky Mountain area. He shared this enjoyment of the out of doors and camping with family and friends. He treasured the memories of experiences in the mountains and the relationships those experiences fostered between his family and friends.

Before Mary passed away, they had purchased a home in Glen Haven, Colorado (Jays Nest). From 1985-1988 he worked as an IDS-American Express Financial Planner/Representative in Loveland, CO.

Jay continued to live in Glen Haven and worked as the Rocky Mountain National Park VIP Coordinator for two years-a great joy in his life. He soon met another wonderful woman, Caroline Prince. They shared many common interests, a love of the mountains, Estes Park area, and Cheley

Camps . In June 1989 they were united in marriage at the Community Church of the Rockies in Estes Park. This union enlarged the family to five children (Kathleen, Joann, Carolyn, Scott and Amy). They would eventually make their home in Glen Haven, and later build a new home in Loveland, CO.

Jay and Caroline lived in Loveland, however continued to attend Presbyterian Community Church in Estes Park. He was ordained as an Elder in 1989. In Estes Park he served as treasurer for the Elizabeth Guild Shop and helped with tax preparation for the Retired Senior Volunteer Program.

He greatly delighted in hiking in and around the Rocky Mountain National Park, snowshoeing, attending concerts and traveling around the United States. A highlight was climbing Longs Peak during his 80th year of life. In particular, he enjoyed breakfasts together with the ‘hiking group’, and coffee…lots of coffee… with friends and family completed his day.

His leisure time at home was spent reading the Wall Street Journal, Barrons, Forbes, Financial World and business articles in general…playing the stock market…watching sports activities…and daily walks with Caroline.

Holidays were special in the Smith household. Jay and Caroline welcomed family and friends into their home to share in the spirit of the season. Great memories were made at Jays Nest and their Loveland home.

On March 1, 2022, he moved to assisted living in Flagstaff, AZ with Caroline by his side. Jay and Caroline celebrated 33 years of love and happiness together in 2022. They have countless happy memories together…a love story to admire for sure. Always together and holding hands until the end.

On November 23, 2022, after several weeks of declining health, he passed peacefully. He had a strong will to live but also accepted it was time to journey to his heavenly home.

A loving family and a host of friends will miss him.

He is survived by his wife of 33 years Caroline Smith, his daughter’s Joann Smith Castro, Carolyn Smith Haik, Amy Prince, a son Scott Prince, his grandson’s Andrew Walz, Drew Nelson, Ryan Prince, and four great grandchildren.

Jay was preceded in death by his parents, eight siblings, first wife Mary Johnson Smith, and daughter Kathleen Smith Walz.

Memorials may be sent to The John Austin Cheley Foundation or Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies Foundation. A memorial service will be held at Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies 1700 Brodie Ave. Estes Park, on Saturday, January 21st, at 11:00 a.m.

FloAnn Jett

FloAnn Jett, 81, passed peacefully at her home in Estes Park, Colorado on December 28, 2022.

FloAnn was born on July 5, 1941, as Flo Ann Owen in Wichita Falls, Texas to Albert H. and Rose Ann Owen.

FloAnn is preceded in death by her father, mother and younger brother, Albert H. Owen III.

She is survived by: Sister - Toni Sue Owen of Edmonton Alberta, Canada

Children

Tamara (Kyle) Cantrel of Lakewood, CO - oldest daughter

Todd Manspeaker of Knoxville, TNson

Trudy (Russell) Franklin of Estes Park, CO - middle daughter

Tobi Manspeaker of Estes Park COyoungest daughter

Five grandchildren and four great grandchildren

TJ (Aubrey) Manspeaker and Wesley of Knoxville, TN

Cody Joe Manspeaker of Knoxville, TN

Ryan (Rachel) Franklin, Jett and Blakely Franklin of Estes Park, CO Emily (Phil) Marston, Boone and Madelyn Marston of Silt, CO

Alexander (Megan) Franklin of Umbarger, TX

FloAnn Jett was often described as “spicy.” She started and lived her life

that way.

FloAnn rode her horse to school at the age of six. She adored her dad, she often said he was her hero. She tried every sport and excelled at most. She was the most graceful and beautiful skier on the slopes. She was an excellent swimmer, only if she had nose plugs. She bowled like the pins were an enemy she had to crush. She tried curling, and “swept” away the competition. She didn’t really like tennis, but she was good at it. She was a golfer extraordinaire and glowed when she was “in the zone.” She loved adventures and was scared of very few things, caves being one of them. Her life moved her from Texas to California to Colorado to Canada and back to Colorado. She took her four children on so many adventures they will never forget. She tried to instill that “just do it” attitude in them. She loved the holidays and spending time with her family. She had a love/hate relationship with technology, too many wrong buttons got in her way. She survived and thrived as a small business owner for over 20 years. She worked hard and didn’t slow down until she turned 80. She battled cancer and won. When the cancer came back, she took another grand adventure with her daughters, then she left us for her final adventure 13 days later. She is loved and she will be missed.

AA of Glen Haven- Every Monday night at the Town Hall at 6:30 p.m.

Also Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Glen Haven Town Hall. Book study meeting.

Early Worms-Monday thru Saturday at 7:00 a.m. (Tues., Thurs. & Saturday hybrid meetings with Zoom #796 839 839 PW:Worms20) at St. Bartholomew Church, 880 MacGregor Ave.

Fall River Group

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held at 453 West Elkhorn: Mon., Weds., at Noon

Fri. at 7:00 p.m.

Zoom Meetings-Everyday at noon Zoom #999 829 166 (no password needed).

Monday Zoom Big Book study at 7 p.m. #654 598 884 (no password needed).

Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Zoom #999 829 166

Celebrate Recovery -If you are one of these people who struggle with addiction, compulsions, and destructive behaviors as well as the lies which drive them, please consider coming to Celebrate Recovery and discover the joy of being set free. We meet on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for snacks and fellowship, being honest with ourselves and others, at the Christian Church of Estes Park, 4655 US Hwy. 36, Estes Park, CO. There is a seat for you.

Note: The AA Meeting website has over 6,000 members and there are 69 AA Meetings a week plus NA has 30 meetings a week. Go to www.intherooms.com

Carolyn Jean Jones

January 19, 1934

– January 12, 2023

Longtime Estes Park resident, Carolyn Jones, 88, passed away at Green House Homes in Loveland, CO on January 12, 2023, just one week shy of her 89th birthday.

Carolyn Jean McDaniel Anderson Jones was born on January 19, 1934 in South Charleston, West Virginia to James W. and Sarah L. (Spencer) McDaniel. She was the youngest of seven children.

Carolyn met her husband, John Kimball Anderson, in Peoria, Illinois while she was staying with her older sister there. They married in nearby Joliet in 1952 at the young age of 18, and started a family in 1958. Together they raised three children. While supporting her husband’s education, Carolyn took classes and learned the unique skills to become a legal secretary. She continued to work as a legal secretary in the numerous cities that her husband’s work took them, in order to support her family.

Carolyn moved to Estes Park in 1983, following the death of her husband while they were living in Beaumont, Texas. She took a job as Secretary to the Town of Estes Park Administrator. While working for the Town of Estes Park, she was instrumental in starting the annual Estes Park Christmas Ornament Program which continues to this day. She also published a beloved Town of Estes Park cookbook entitled “Here’s What’s Cooking at Town Hall.” While working at the Town of Estes Park, she met her second husband, Stan Jones. They married in 1987.

Although Carolyn loved her job at the Town of Estes Park, she retired in 1997 to fulfill her desire to travel. She happily visited Hawaii, England, most every state in the continual U.S. and had a four-month adventure crisscrossing Alaska in a motor home. She always loved returning to her beloved

Estes Park home.

Carolyn loved to cook and was quite adventurous and skilled in the kitchen. We will always remember her ladylike appearance, language, and demeanor. She had a sweetness about her that was lovely. She also had a darling sense of humor that endeared her to everyone in her presence.

Of her many beautiful qualities, one of the most admirable was her ability to always see the best in everyone and quickly move beyond insults or hurts. She was simply a beautiful person and she will be missed more than words can express.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, her six siblings, her husband, John K. Anderson, her adult son, Jack Anderson, and her second husband, Stan Jones. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Barbara & Michael Keilty of Estes Park; her eldest daughter, Laura Lynnette MacFarlane of Plano, Texas; her sisterin-law Edith Anderson of Chicago, Illinois; nine grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at a future date; private interment at Presbyterian Church of the Rockies in Estes Park. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.allnuttestespark.com

Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon her.

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Interested in learning about building maintenance at a state-of-the-art facility? We are looking for someone that will help us keep the Recreation Center clean and maintained while having the opportunity to learn about building maintenance. To learn more about the position and apply on-line go to evrpd.com.

Estes Valley Recreation and Park District is an

Della Terra is seeking a qualified, energetic individual for a combination Guest Services/Front Desk Position. This position includes Guest Services Manager 3 days and Front Desk 2 days a week. Guest Services duties include monitoring and coordinating with the Breakfast, Housekeeping, Front Desk and Maintenance to ensure Guest satisfaction. Responsibilities include daily morning meetings, process compliance, quality control, and guest complaint resolution. Full time year round. Typical shift is 7:30am-5pm. Starting rate is $23-25/hour DOE. Send resumes to info@dellaterramountainchateau.com or apply in person at 3501 Fall River Road, Estes Park.

Oratorio Begins Rehearsals For February Concerts

The Oratorio Society is beginning to prepare for the upcoming concerts February 24 (Friday evening) and February 25 (Saturday afternoon). The orchestra began rehearsals Sunday, January 8 at

7:00 p.m. All strings are welcome. The chorus will begin rehearsals Sunday, Jan. 22 at 5:30 p.m. All will be at PCCR (Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies). We hope to see you there.

benefited Custodian/Maintenance Apprentice

equal opportunity employer.

Solitude Cabins and Lodge is now hiring for:

Full time Property Caretakers

Position Requirements:

• Experience in Hospitality 2 years preferred

• Supervise Daily Operations of property

• Background in Light Maintenance

• Computer Skills required

• Excellent phone skills

• Background in Rezstream Software or similar PMS

• Must have good written and verbal skills

• Knowledge of surrounding area helpful

• Will require some on-call time during off hours

Please send Resumes to: Solitude Cabins and Lodge, 1885 Sketch Box Ln #7, Estes Park, CO 80517 or send resumes to steve@solitudecabins.com

Position may include housing. Housing can be discussed during the interview process.

Please submit a current resume with complete work history. Solitude Cabins and Lodge will contact applicants via phone or email to schedule interview.

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Full details on employment opportunities and the application can be found at estes.org/jobs.

Full-time Code Enforcement Officer Emergency Services Dispatcher I/II/III Events Maintenance Worker I Town Engineer Water Superintendent

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

Smokin Daves is looking for an energetic and driven individual to join our management team. Previous experience preferred but not necessary. Competitive pay and benefits. If your interested in being a part of a fast pace environment and a very successful restaurant please fill out an application at www.smokindavesbbq.com

Other Employment Opportunities

Are you looking for something that is a calling rather than a job? Good Samaritan offers many opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others. If you want more out of your work than just a paycheck…check out our employment opportunities at www.good-sam.com.

All training provided, QMAP qualification paid for, great benefits!

VOLUNTEERS

More than 40 percent of seniors report regularly experiencing loneliness. Good Samaritan Estes Park Village senior living community offer socialization, meal programs and wellness/activity programs to combat loneliness, gently supporting our residents that nurture their body, mind and soul. One of the ways we want to enhance this is through our volunteer program. We will pair seniors with friends in the community who can share their interests and offer companionship.

If you are looking to make a different in the lives of others, contact the Good Samaritan Estes Park Village. (970) 577-7700 ext 200 and ask for Irene.

Join Our Team!

Teller/New Accounts Representative

Ideal candidates will have prior banking experience.

Additional requirements include attention to detail, strong computer and problem solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team oriented environment.

Excellent benefits including medical, dental, 401(K) and paid time off.

Teller/New Accounts Representative $20-23/hour.

Please apply at : www.bankofcolorado.com

Preschoo l Teacher

Responsible for collaborating with Director in teaching preschool age children using nature-based curriculum at the Bennett Preschool. $19.00 - $21.00/hour with full benefits, employee perks, retirement fund, and generous PTO/vacation.

rent on Lake Estes. Beautiful views! All utilities and cable included. $1200 per month. These units are short term. Cannot live in them beyond May 20, 2023. Call 970-779-7455

Commercial Rentals

One person professional office located downtown on north side of Bond Park. Completely remodeled recently. Conference room, coffee bar, copy machine are available. $600.00 per month, all utilities included. Contact Thom at Verus Commercial, Inc. 303-589-1543

OFFICE SPACE For Rent 970-290-4488

Responsible for providing care from children 6 weeks to 1.5 years old. Must meet State of Colorado qualifications for a group leader of a child care center. $21$23/hour with full benefits and employee perks. www.w

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Evenings required, Full time $17/hr - $20/hr DOE, Benefits Must be non-smoker.

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Full time Apply in person: 1260 Big Thompson Ave. or email resume: info@estesresort.com

The Group Sales Representative is responsible for researching, contacting, and booking new group business within assigned market segment assigned by Group Sales Director at YMCA of the Rockies.

This position pays $17.17$20.39/hour with full benefits, employee perks, childcare assistance, and more.

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see the comfort and hope in knowing the way of the Lord our God. I am driven by the urgency to spread his word for his coming is soon.

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