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Community Members Invited To Trustee Talk February 19

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Work On US 36 Between Lyons And Estes Park Starting February 17

The Estes Park Town Board of Trustees invites community members to join two Town Board members for a Trustee Talk Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 6:30 p.m. in Estes Park 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.

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Open house public meetings slated for Feb. 24-26 in Estes Park, Pinewood Springs, Lyons On Feb. 17, the Colorado Department of Transportation and Flatiron Constructors will begin work on US 36 near the Lion Gulch trailhead between Lyons and Estes Park.

Drivers can expect delays with intermittent single lane closures until March 9 when there will be a 30-day closure of US 36 to allow crews to permanently repair the road from the 2013 floods.

Three open house public meetings are planned to inform residents and commuters about the closure: Feb. 24, 6-8 p.m. at the Pinewood Springs Fire Station, 61 Kiowa Road.

Feb. 25, 6-8 p.m. at the Lyons Community Library, 451 4th Ave. Feb. 26, 6-8 p.m. at the Estes Park Town Hall Board Room, 170 MacGregor Ave. CDOT and contractor staff will be onhand at each of the meetings to answer any questions people may have.

The closure will start at 12:01 a.m. on March 9 until the week of April 7, with crews working around the clock. Detours will need to be used. School buses and emergency responders will be able to get through. The project teams have been talking to these groups for months to plan for this closure.

“We know this closure is going to inconvenience people,” said Regional Transportation Director for Northeast Colorado for CDOT Heather Paddock.

“But when we talked to officials from

these communities and spelled out that the other alternative was to have 24/7 one-lane roads that would have lasted four months and backed deep into the tourist season, the choice was unanimous to do the closure and get done as soon as possible.”

Following the closure, there will still be work that needs to happen that will require occasional single-lane closures with delays through February 2021.

TRAVEL IMPACTS Beginning Feb. 17, there will be intermittent single lane closures, speed restrictions to 25 mph and width restrictions of 10 feet from mile point 7.6 to MP 8. Work will take place Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. resulting in

a maximum of 15 minute delays. These slight delays will occur from Feb. 17 until February 2021 except during the full closure period. During the full closure, March 9 to the week of April 7 crews will be working 24/7. During this time no vehicles will be allowed through. Detours are Colorado Highway 7 and US 34.

WHY THIS PROJECT IS NEEDED The purpose of this project is to improve overall safety, reduce future closures and permanently fix the damages caused by the 2013 flood. The 2013 floods were devastating to this region, and this project will help decrease the impact of future floods. This will be accomplished by installing two major drainage structures under US 36. This will return the Little Thompson River back to its original, natural channel.

This project will also increase safety for everyone using the roadway by increasing visibility around a blind corner, as well as increasing the size of the shoulder. The increased shoulder will make travel safer for cyclists and motorists, as well as increase space for safe snow removal. This will be accomplished through light blasting of the surrounding walls. This project is also being completed in conjunction with another project to install fiber optic cable for future cell towers in the area. Flatiron Construction will be installing conduit under the road to allow fiber optic to be run through later in the year. This will eventually increase cell coverage and add safety cameras to the corridor.

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Colorado City & County Managers Assoc. Presents Lifetime Achievement Award To Frank Lancaster Celebrating Local Government Excellence The Colorado City and County Managers Association would like to recognize and congratulate the following members: 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award- Frank Lancaster, (ret.)

Town Manager, Estes Park Awarded to a CCCMA member for their significant, long term contribution to local government, the profession, and CCCMA. Lancaster (ret.) Town Manager, Estes Park has dedicated nearly four decades of his professional career to public servacross various departments by being a ice in city and county government in master of coordination, delegation, and Colorado. Lancaster was instrumental in delivering results on-time and within setting up methods to leverage resources budget. She has learned her position among counties to assist organizations quickly and finds new efficiencies daily with policy development, sharing expert- that create a foundation for a lasting posise, accessing best practices, and netitive culture within the organization. working with peers.

2020 TrailBlazer Award- Megan 2020 Manager of the Year Award- Jane Williams, Continuous Improvement Brautigam, City Manager, City of Boul- Specialist, City and County of Denver der The TrailBlazer Award recognizes sigAwarded to the CCCMA member that nificant contributions to recruiting and has made an outstanding contribution to retaining women in local government. local government in the past year.

Anyone at any level within local governBrautigam has led Boulder through a full ment or working closely with local govand incredibly challenging year while ernment can receive this award. In 2019, modeling exceptional public leadership Williams spearheaded the first Colorado for Colorado and beyond. She is also rep- Women Leading Government Conferresenting Colorado local government as ence. “We're trying to change the course ICMA President, serving the profession of history by increasing the number of nationally and internationally. women in local government leadership 2020 Assistant Manager of the Year positions,” said Williams.

Award- Samma Fox, Assistant to the CCCMA exists to connect local govCity Manager, City of Littleton ernment managers and assistants Awarded to the CCCMA member through professional networking and ca(emerging manager, assistant, deputy or reer development, supporting their servdepartment head) that has made an out- ice to their communities. CCCMA is an standing contribution to their local govaffiliate of ICMA, an international orernment in the past year. Fox rises to the ganization for local government manchallenge to handle multiple projects agers.

Frank Lancaster

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Presidents’ Day Holiday Closure Larimer County Offices, Courts, and District Attorney will be closed on February 17, 2020, in observance of the Presidents’ Day holiday. The Larimer

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Critical services at Larimer County are not disrupted by closures.

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Be Prepared To Vote The Presidential Primary is just around any time for all things elections-related the corner on March 3rd, and our State for Larimer County.

Primary is June 30th. There are several • Never give your ballot – especially unthings you should know! voted or unsealed – to ANYONE else!

• 17-year-olds can vote in both primarUse one of the many options for returnies! Well…some can! ing it yourself. We take great care with your ballot, you The Colorado Votes should too!

Act, which took effect in August 2019, allows • Vote early, if you can! – If 17-year-olds who will we receive more than 20,000 turn 18 by the Genballots on Election Day, we eral Election to vote in will not complete the countthe March Presidening process Election Night tial Primary and June but will continue counting State Primary Electhe next day. tions.

• Keep the stub of your bal• Unaffiliated voters lot as a souvenir! It has the Angela Myers can vote in both priactual election name on it Larimer County Clerk maries! and can be used to replace your “I Voted! ” sticker! We need that In 2016, Colorado voters decided unafstub removed for our processes, so please filiated (also known as “independent”) remove it before returning your voted voters should be allowed to vote in priballot. mary elections. As an unaffiliated voter, unless you indicate a “preference” as to • NEVER vote someone else’s ballot or which ballot you wish to receive, you will sign someone else’s ballot envelope – doreceive both a repubing so is illegal! lican and a demo• ALWAYS sign your cratic ballot in each own ballot envelope beof the primaries. fore returning it to us!

ONLY VOTE We check every single ONE! If you return a signature on the exterior voted primary ballot of each ballot envelope for both parties, neito make sure it matches ther ballot will be counted. that voter before any envelope is ever opened or ballot is counted.

• Presidential Primary ballots will be mailed to all registered voters the week of • All ballots must be RECEIVED by 7 February 10th. p.m. on Election Day – a postmark does NOT count as received.

• Read the instructions included with your ballot – they contain all the inforMost importantly… mation you need!

VOTE! Every vote matters!

• Postage requirements We had a race in Loveland last Novem• Dropbox and drop-site locations – Af- ber that was decided by three votes – a ter February 23rd don’t use the postal sys- great reminder for all Larimer residents tem, instead, drop your ballot at any one that the vote carrying your voice matters! of several drop-off locations listed in the If you have any questions or concerns instructions. about the voting process, go to • Voter Service and Polling Centers www.votelarimer.org, call the Elections (VSPCs) – Where you can get a replaceoffice at 970-498-7820, or contact ment ballot, change your address or regis- Larimer County Clerk & Recorder Anter and vote if needed. gela Myers directly at 970.498.7852.

• Website and contact information for Value your voting privilege and vote our office – go to www.votelarimer.org early if you can!

• Emergency medical (asEVFPD firefighters generally respond sist EPH): 3 to medical calls in their personal vehicles, allowing for a faster response. On • Alarm Activations: 2 other incidents, firefighters respond to a • Mutual Aid: 1 fire station to respond in department ap• Gas Leak: 1 paratus with specialized equipment.

• Smoke/Odor investigation: 1 During the week of February 2, the • MVC: 2 Estes Valley Fire Protection District Estes Valley Fire (EVFPD) responded to 10 calls for www.estesvalleyfire.org service. This included:

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It's All About Trust...

What is in the best interest of the future someone trusts you doesn't mean of Estes Park? That is the question I ask they're going to agree with you. Nor myself before every vote as a Town should they! My hope is that one day Board Trustee. Not what is in my best constituents will be able to trust their interest, my family's best elected representatives interest, or the best interenough to believe they est of my business, but are doing what they feel only what is in the best is in the best interest of interest of the future of the future of Estes Park Estes Park? even if they don't agree with their direction on a I ask myself that quesparticular issue. tion because that is what this position asks of me.

We as representatives The position of Trustee is need to lead by example given to the candidates to reestablish the trust that receive the most that has been lost in our votes during an election community. I'd be the year. But, that's the easy first to admit it's a tall part. The position of order but it's one worth Trustee represents somebelieving in and fighting thing far greater than for.

During my time on Patrick Martchink popularity and suggests a the Town Board, I've level of trust be granted to those fortuproven it is possible to agree to disagree, nate enough to hold the title. Trust respect others with differing opinions, must be earned through actions. and trust that my counterparts are doing what they feel is in For the past four years, I've the best interest of Estes tried my best to act in ways Park. to benefit our young families, children, and workAs a father of two force to promote a young children, I'm dehealthy, sustainable comvoted to the future of munity. I've provided perEstes Park and I want to spectives and offered recomsee our town thrive. I'm mendations to help ensure our committed to representing Town Board represents all of our my constituents fairly, hearing the constituents and not just a portion or concerns of our community, and always whoever happens to be the loudest perputting the position before myself. son in the room. Through hard work, If you're willing to work together for transparency, and action, I've been forthe future of Estes Park, I'd appreciate tunate enough to earn the trust of those your vote on April 7th.

I represent.

For Family, For Future, Trust is something that is vitally imporPatrick Martchink tant to me, but I know that just because

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

On February 3 at 12:30 a.m. police arrested a 51 year old male from Fort Collins at 555 Prospect Ave. He was found to be wanted on a failure to appear warrant with the original charge of assault. He was later released on a PR bond.

On February 6 at 7:52 p.m. police arrested a 31 year old Estes Park male in the 500 block of Big Thompson Ave.

The male was charged with obstructing a peace officer, and giving false information to obtain hospital admittance or care.

He was transported to the Larimer County Jail.

On February 7 at 1:37 a.m. police arrested a 43 year old Estes Park female at S. St. Vrain and Shady Lane. She was charged with DUI, DUI per se, careless driving, no proof of insurance, no valid driver’s license and false reporting. She was later released to a responsible person.

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Senior Representation Our community has a This Board can be median age of 58.5. Yet we available to hear from don't have a mechanism the public about imporfor the seniors to have a tant issues such as direct voice on issues to health/wellness, affordthe Board of Trustees. The able housing, transTown Board of Estes Park portation, home care needs to create a Senior’s services and even parkAdvisory Board. We have ing at the Post Office. certainly seen many issues This Board can make where an advisor board recommendations to could help to communithe Town Board based cate concerns and soluon public input gained tions to the Town Board. through their meetings A prime example is the Seand/or committees. A nior’s Center that split our starting point would be senior community in two. a survey to determine Charley Dickey We already have two of what are top priorities too many things. I will for seniors. recommend and advocate Please send comfor the creation of this ments to Senior’s Advisory Board Charley.Dickey@outto give our largest segment of the Estes look.com check out Charley.Dickey.com Park community the voice they deserve. for more information. Cell: (970) 2172533.

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One of the issues in the upcoming mu- careful research two of the major priorinicipal election relates to candidate ties for my campaign. You can expect to ethics and disclosures. As receive in-depth reports a candidate for the Town from me on a regular Board of Trustees, I carry basis as one of your little potential for conflicts Trustees. I believe poof interest. Much of my tential ramifications of work here has involved the the IGA termination are development and growth not yet adequately unof the Estes Valley Comderstood, nor has there munity Garden (EVCG) been adequate commuand environmental connication on this issue cerns that affect our town. between the CommuTo be fully transparent, I nity and the Board. I promise that, if elected, I will be meeting next will recuse myself from week with Town perany vote related to the sonnel to discuss how EVCG, on whose Board I we might develop more have served for the past inclusive means of comfive years. Otherwise I am Barbara MacAlpine munication. Everyone not obligated to local non-profits, busihas the right to be heard and respected. nesses, or groups. However, as a member I will promote more accessible options of this Community, I do have obligations for all our citizens to voice their conto all the other residents; and their issues cerns easily and privately. and needs will always be upper-most in I welcome your questions and encourmy mind. age you to email me at As a former research librarian, I have bmacalpi@gmail.com. Thank you. made improved communication and Barbara MacAlpine

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From Mayoral Candidate Wendy Koenig Dear People of Estes: And about how VEP is working to create Lately, as I’ve been about town cama ‘great visitor experience’ during those paigning, my thoughts months and then use have been on the relationAdventure Seekers, ship between questions, Group Travel, Weddings listening and civility. How and Romantic Getaways asking someone a question to fill in the rest of the invites that person to share year. I also heard about what’s front of their mind. how lodging tax revThe way carefully listening enues were up 10.5% to what the person shares January through Nois an act of respect and an vember 2019 compared opportunity to learn and to 2018 for a total of grow. That both asking $12,105,300.00. Visit and listening are key to Estes Park brought Desforming civil, long-term tination Marketing inand productive relationhouse, then used the ships. dollars saved to create marketing jobs for sevCase in point are the Wendy Koenig eral new employees. many individuals who have taken time from their busy lives to The Wildfire Homes project has meet with me. And, when asked, graworked hard to develop a true neighborciously shared their thoughts about Estes hood by integrating attainable workforce Park with me. As I listen, take notes, ask housing along with townhomes and sinclarifying questions and use information gle family homes. The 88 one, two, and I received during meeting with other per- three bedroom workforce units will alsons to expand the conversation—I am low citizens who work in the valley an learning lots and gaining a deeper under- opportunity to own a home of their own. standing of the currents The project has enof our community. joyed the support of the Town, yet is priOf the many issues I’ve vately funded. heard about in the meetings, the one raised most I share this informaoften has been the IGA tion here, now, because between Larimer County I have pledged, should and the Town of Estes Park. As I listened I be elected your Mayor to, among other carefully (taking notes and asking questhings, represent all residents in all mattions), I have come to understand that ters that come before me, actively listen there are 31 square miles in which our to opinions of residents as I deliberate on community can grow and develop. those matters, and explain my positions on key issues, initiatives, referenda and For those who want to retain the IGA, policies which may affect residents, busicommunity is a key word. Though their nesses and the Town. reasons may vary, the gist of they have told me is that the Town should fix the Obviously, I can’t honor my pledge few sections of the IGA that have grown without you. That’s why I am so grateful problematic in recent years, rather than for the time people are giving me, the creating two separate IGAs. passionate ways they are responding to Those wanting to separate the IGA told my questions, sharing information and helping me grow. In the days ahead I will me the land within the City Limits is nearly fully developed, so County devel- continue to listen and learn, and by so doing, if elected Mayor I’ll be ready to opments will be the bulk of the work for face the issues facing Estes together with the Town’s building department. They you. believe it’s impossible to have an agreement through which the Town can reBy the way, what I’ve shared here is my coup the financial cost for such services. impression gained from actively listenSo, they want county representation on ing to the people with whom I recently the Planning Commission to end. met and should not be construed to represent any official statement from the Also, recently, I had separate meetings Town of Estes Park, our Town Board, with representatives of Visit Estes Park nor Visit Estes Park and Wildfire attainand with representatives of the Wildfire able Housing.

Attainable Housing Development, seeking to better understand each entity and With respect, its goals.

Wendy Koenig From Visit Estes Park I heard about the Candidate for Mayor of importance of the June through August Estes Park, Colorado tourism to the businesses located here.

This Day In History, February 14:

1971 Richard Nixon installs secret taping system in White House 1962 1st Lady Jacqueline Kennedy conducts White House tour on TV 1924 IBM Corporation founded by Thomas Watson 1920 League of Women Voters forms in Chicago 1859 Oregon admitted as 33rd state

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Important Dates Regarding Election And Caucuses The League of Women Voters of Estes Park urges all registered voters to be aware of these important upcoming dates: The Presidential Primary will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2020. Ballots will be mailed out to all registered voters after January 31, 2020 and must be returned to the Larimer County Clerk by 7 p.m.

March 3, 2020.

Precinct Caucuses will be held on Saturday, March 7th, 2020. The Republican Caucus will meet from 102 at the Estes Park High School and the Democratic Caucus will meet from 2-4 p.m. at the Estes Park Middle School.

Registered voters must be affiliated with either the Republican or the Democratic Party to participate in the caucus process. The deadline to affiliate is Friday, February 14, 2020. There is no Unaffiliated Caucus. Unaffiliated voters will receive two ballots but can only complete one or the other, not both.

The Mayor and Trustee election will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. All registered voters residing in the town limits will receive a mail-in ballot. It must be returned to the Town Clerk’s office no later than 7 p.m. on April 7, 2020.

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LaRue Bell was your average middle-aged (you’ve seen that bedude walking down the street on a cold, fore) I ran head-on, snowy Wednesday in February. But that full-force into a metal changed in an instant when he ran smack- post with a tennis-ball dab into a parking meter and somebody sized globe on top of happened to catch it on candid camera. it.

Mr. Bell was in downtown Kansas City These posts, called les bittes de trottoir for the Chiefs Super Bowl victory parade, (literally meaning bollard of pavement), along with several hundred thousand other line many of the sidewalks in Paris and no Chiefs fans. One of the double-decker one seems to know why. Some believe they busses—shrink-wrapped in Chiefs red— keep cars from parking—or even driving— was carrying the Man of the Year, Patrick on sidewalks intended for pedestrians.

Mahomes with a football in his hand. He Others believe they keep pedestrians from randomly spotted Bell on the sidewalk, straying into streets where cars can be danaimed, and fired the perfect pass directly gerous to those on foot. What I know for in front of his intended receiver. Bell, a for- sure is that they can do physical harm to mer high school football player, took a cars that run into them and to people who couple of quick steps forward to receive likewise ram into them, like I did. the ball when **WHAM! ** he ran into a When I had my straight-on collision with parking meter, hard. Bell’s not a small guy a Paris sidewalk post, the globe that but the parking meter did not budge and topped the post made contact with me he bounced off the meter and fell onto his right about where my ribs come together. back, spread eagle. He was down for the A loud, low, guttural grunt was forced count (I know, wrong sport) for several from my lips and every bit of air in my minutes before he was able to get up and lungs was knocked out of me. I staggered walk away. To make matters worse, somebackward and doubled over, unsure of the body dashed over to where Bell got tackled potential damage to my frame. (I did have by the meter, snatched up the football and some bruising the next day but I was fine). ran away with it.

Poor LaRue Bell must weight three times If you are one of the more than seven what I do and he was moving fast when he million viewers who watched this scene confronted the parking meter, which was online, you probably laughed at the slaptaller than the post I ran into. The damage stick absurdity of a man running full-force to Mr. Bell could have been extensive. He into a parking meter. I know I did. But I had a great attitude about it and laughed also groaned in pain as I remembered my right along with the millions of viewers own experience meeting a metal pole who saw the encounter online. Bell said he planted in cement. was sore the next day, but the big setback I had just been to view the contemporary for him was that he didn’t get to catch—or art on exhibit at the Pompidou in Le keep—the football thrown to him by one Marais neighborhood of Paris. We were of the greatest quarterbacks of all time. I walking back to our flat a few blocks away, hope Patrick Mahomes will offer to set up reviewing what we’d seen at the museum, a replay with a slightly different—and sudiscussing which were our favorite pieces per— outcome. LaRue Bell deserves it. of art there and also rehashing our near (Google “man runs into parking meter” miss with the pickpocketing gypsies outand you can view the parade play too.) side the museum. It was a cool but sunny You may let The Thunker know what you June day and our pace was brisk. I was think at her e-mail address, chattering away, looking everywhere but donoholdt@gmail.com. directly in front of me, when **WHAM! ** © 2020 Sarah Donohoe

AARP Tax Preparation At Library Free tax preparation assistance is being offered by AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers from now through April 13th at the Estes Valley Public Library. This program provides quality tax services for taxpayers with low to moderate income with special attention on those 50 and older -

but there are no age or income thresholds. Tax returns are completed based on the tax law scope of the AARP/IRS program.

Appointments can be made by calling the library at 970-586-8116, ext 3.

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Feeding Big-Game Wildlife Is Selfish And Illegal Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds citizens that big-game wildlife does not need our help to get through a winter and that feeding them is not only illegal, but does more harm than good.

The annual reminder holds true across the entire state, but this one is being issued after egregious incidences have been discovered by wildlife officers in Jefferson and Park Counties.

One incident occurred in the Burland Ranchettes Subdivision of Bailey where a homeowner was feeding deer in his yard and the deer would rush towards the resident from surrounding properties when he was outside. A second act was by an Evergreen resident who was luring deer into her home where she would feed them human food that you can see here in this video.

Wildlife officers contacted both parties and charges were filed. Violations for feeding big-game wildlife can result in a $100 fine per occasion of feeding, plus mandatory surcharges.

“It is selfish and unethical to feed biggame,” said Area Wildlife Manager Mark Lamb. “You are going to end up unintentionally killing those animals and also putting yourself in harm's way. If what you want is a pet or just to connect with an animal, choose a domestic breed that has evolved to live with people.”

Wild deer are meant to be out in the

wild, they are not meant to be pets.

Feeding them leads to trouble for both wildlife and humans alike.

Attracting deer to your property by providing food for them causes animals to congregate in one area. It disrupts their natural migration patterns, can lead to resident herds that degrade habitats, enables the spread of diseases like Chronic Wasting Disease and also attracts predators.

“If you are training deer to come and stay in your backyard, you are asking mountain lions to be in your neighborhood as well,” Lamb said.

Feeding issues involving big-game are a common problem seen across Evergreen, Conifer and Bailey where wildlife officers contacted a dozen individuals for feeding big game back in January.

Not only does the feeding of big-game animals change their natural migration, but it disrupts their digestive systems.

Big-game animals can die if fed the wrong food.

“Whether you believe feeding is correct or not, it is against the law,” said Wildlife Officer Scott Murdoch.

“I commonly find that mountain residents believe feeding deer and elk is a helpful and harmless act, but doing so habituates these animals to people in From Evergreen, Colo., a resident lured deer inside her home where she fed them apways that completely alter the natural ples, carrots, bananas, bread and cereal.

distribution of elk and deer and disrupts their natural wild behavior,” said Wildlife Officer Joe Nicholson. “Turning your yard into a virtual zoo by feeding deer and elk is not safe for people, not healthy for wildlife and is truly a selfish act. The proper way to enjoy viewing wildlife is to do so from a safe distance and without artificially introducing feed, salt, or other attractants that alter their natural use of the landscape and aversion to people.”

To learn more about the dangers of feeding wildlife, please see the links below from the informational video series on not feeding wildlife: Wildlife in Winter: Winter Ranges Wildlife in Winter: Finding Enough Food Feeding Wildlife: Harmful Not Helpful

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The Growth Of The League Of Women Voters The League of Women Voters is 100 years old today By: Judi Smith The League of Women Voters of the United States was founded in 1920 as a part of the national endeavor to gain women the right to participate in the election process. Nevertheless, in 15 states, women were already voting. The national campaign for women’s suffrage officially began in 1848 in Seneca Falls NY where 100 women and men signed the Declaration of Sentiments at the First Women’s Rights Convention. In language reminiscent of the Declaration of Independence, this document demanded not only the right to vote, but the right to equal education, to property ownership, and to equal employment opportunity.

When Wyoming became a state in 1890, she brought voting women with her.

Wyoming women had been voting for 21 years! This, among other motivations, spurred the fight for women’s suffrage in the USA. Then, in 1893, Colorado men vote to prohibit discrimination against women voting, the first state ever to do so. The 6,000-vote margin was due in part to the efforts of Margaret Brown and Elizabeth Tabor (Baby Doe). By 1894, there were three female Representatives in the Colorado House. While the (1890) National American Women’s Suffrage Association.

(NAWSA) concentrated on a campaign for the RIGHT to vote, the (1911) National Council of Women Voters (NCWV) was developed to educate women on the research and evaluation skills they would require once this was achieved. Margaret Brown, a member of the NAWSA and of the LWV, again contributed heavily to their endeavors, lecturing, fundraising, and leading Capital rallies.

However, Colorado women could not vote for President until 36 States ratified the (1919) recommended amendment by the US Congress. (My husband’s grandmother enjoyed gaining the right to vote

when she moved to Colorado in 1900, but she was most upset in 1912 when she could not vote for Teddy Roosevelt who campaigned on women’s suffrage.) The 19th Amendment was finally ratified in August 1920. Over the next 64 years, the remaining states across the deep South would eventually vote in agreement.

The first six months of League existence were devoted to the campaign for ratification, after which NAWSA ceased to exist. Their job was done! And the NCWV was merged into the LWVUS. Going forward, the League’s focus was on voter education. The League is and has always been nonpartisan and nonsectarian, inviting all candidates to take part equally, regardless of party, religion, or policy.

In 1945, President Harry Truman invited the League to serve as a consultant to the US delegation at United Nations (UN) Charter Conference.

They have earned a continued presence at the UN. In recent years, the League has advocated for Policy Positions: national, state, and local. National and State positions are discussed at length by each Local affiliate before determining membership consensus. The display window at the Estes Valley Library depicts League history (USA, Colorado, and Estes Park) for the month of February. Be sure to stop and peruse the scope of activity.

Our local League of Women Voters of Estes Park (LWVEP), chartered in 1984, is very active. The annual RMNP presentation will take place (10 a.m. Feb. 19) at the American Legion Hall. There will be Forums for Town Elections on March 5 and March 11 (6:00 p.m., Town Hall).

The League is also instrumental in the Junior Election program, and will assist in the JE Forum in March. The March 24th meeting (6:00 p.m., Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies) will showcase LWVEP support for recycling and other ecological efforts. All of these events are free, nonpartisan, nonsectarian, and open to the public.

Red Envelope Dinner March 5th Benefits Partners Mentoring Youth Can you think back and remember someone in your life that made an impact on your life? Maybe it was a coach, a relative or a close friend. Hanging out with them could have been anything from throwing a baseball around to sitting down and talking over a soda. Whatever the case may be, we all know how it feels to have someone invest a little bit of time in us.

Partners Mentoring Youth aims to help more kids in the Estes Valley area experience the benefits of mentorship. Partners matches positive adult role models with youth, ages 7-17, who could use a little extra support; the same type of support we have all had at some point in our lives.

Please RSVP by February 27, to attend the Red Envelope Dinner on Thursday,

March 5 to support Partners Mentoring Youth. The social hour starts at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6 p.m. It's a fun-filled fundraising event where you can connect with others in the community who care about kids and learn more about the power of mentoring. Enjoy a delicious dinner at Mama Rose's Restaurant at no cost and make a generous contribution to Partners in a red envelope. Gifts to Partners will help Estes Valley kids gain confidence, life skills, and hope for the future.

This event is possible thanks to the generosity of Rob and Julie Pieper. To RSVP for this event or learn more about getting involved with Partners, contact Partners at 970-577-9348 or kathyw@partnersmentoringyouth.org Be the difference in the life of a child. Be a mentor!

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Claire’s Restaurant & Bar and Elkins Whisky Distilling Co. recently hosted the Estes Valley Crisis Advocates 2nd Annual Whiskey Pairing Dinner to benefit Estes Valley Crisis Advocates. This second fundraiser featured a delicious fivecourse meal curated by Chef Brink of Claire's Restaurant & Bar paired with speciality whisky cocktail pairings from Estes' own Elkins Whisky Distillery.

100% of proceeds from this event was generously donated to support the ongo-

ing crisis services provided by Estes Valley Crisis Advocates including safe housing for men, women, and children victims of domestic violence and onscene crisis response advocacy for anyone within the Estes Valley who requests their services.

Sponsors of this event were Susan Faraday with State Farm, Derick Vinge with Edward Jones, Tim Hull with The Bank of Estes Park and Caroline Kraft of The Bank of Colorado.

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The spherical coronavirus has crown-like "spikes" under the electron microscope.

Estes Park Archives Program This Saturday Focuses On Coronavirus Now that the worldwide death toll from a novel coronavirus infection first reported in China has surpassed that of a similar 2002-2003 outbreak known as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, or SARS, it is important once again for Estes Park residents to educate themselves about viruses and virus transmission.

Whether this particular coronavirus will cause a worldwide pandemic, like that of the so-called 1918 "Spanish Flu," or be contained quickly through surveillance, quarantine, and random factors beyond human control (like SARS and the related MERS in the Middle East) remains unknown, but requires us nevertheless to differentiate good hygiene from ineffectual behavior.

While Estes Park did indeed "overcompensate" for the influenza outbreak in

1918 by prohibiting public congregation in schools, theaters, and churches, there is no denying local residents at risk still became infected, and a few people died.

Thankfully, over the past century we have learned scientific ways of identifying and separating infectious individuals from the general population, should the "worst case scenario" come to pass.

Former researcher John Meissner, who spent twenty years studying pathogenic viruses both in the United States and abroad, will give a free introductory program to coronaviruses this Saturday, February 15, beginning at 1:00 p.m. in the meeting room known as "Ten Letters" on 240 Moraine Avenue. All Estes Park residents and visitors are invited, and no reservations are required. Call 586-4889 for more details.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Give The Gift Of Daffodils-Order Your Bouquet Of Sunshine Today As the first flower of spring, the daffodil is a symbol of hope.

The Daffodil Sales, “Hope By the Bunch” campaign coincides with the arrival of spring and provides support in the fight against cancer. The fundraiser provides not only cheer and hope to the recipients of the flowers, but will also serve as a reminder of the power of early detection when combating preventable cancers such as colorectal or breast cancer. The proceeds from daffodil sales will support the American Cancer Society’s effort to

finish the fight against cancer through life-saving research.

Cost of flowers is just $10 a bunch. Daffodils must be ordered by February 18 and paid in advance by cash or check payable to the American Cancer Society. Flower delivery will be approximately March 24, 2020.

To order your flowers, contact Lois Ellingwood at 970-586-3064, Ann Jacobs at 620-252-0627, Kathy Semerad, 970-586-7367 or Loretta DeWitt at 970-586-3464.

Friday, Feb 21 @ 6 pm - Boy Scout's Blue and Gold Banquet Tuesday, Feb 25 @ 5 pm - Get ready for the Mountain Mardi Gras! Music by the Mountain Town Rockers, Costume Contest, Gumbo-Cook-off with cash prizes, Hurricanes, Red beans & Rice, King Cake, and lots of Revelry! $5 cover, unless you are entering the Gumbo Cook-off then you get in FREE! Sponsored by the Estes Arts District and The Abel Team. Watch estesartsdistrict.org for details!

VETERANS SERVICES

Tuesday & Thursday Feb 18 & 20 @ 9-11 am Benefits assistance for Veterans and families.

Thursday Feb 20 @ noon-5 pm Veteran readjustment counseling.

Call 970-586-6118 for an appointment.

MEETINGS Monday, Feb 17 @ 5:30 pm Auxiliary monthly meeting Tuesday, Feb 18 @ 6:30 am Sunrise Rotary breakfast meeting Tuesday, Feb 18 @ 2:30 pm Foundation Board meeting Wednesday, Feb 19 @ 1:00 pm Operations Committee meeting

HAVE FUN! Friday, Feb 14 @ 6 pm Friday Niters Dance Club is a Valentine's Special Dream!!

Fridays Feb 14 & 21 @ 7 pm Queen of Hearts is back! Win $$!!

Sundays Feb 16 &23 @ 6 pm Bingo! Fun and cash prizes for all ages!

Tuesday, Feb 18 @ 5:30 pm Karaoke with Mountain Man MC! We all sound like pros!

Wednesday, Feb 19 @ 6:30 pm Pool League

WE WANT TO FEED YOU! Friday, Feb 14 5:30-7 pm Bring your sweetie to Steak Nite! $20 Friday Feb 7 5:30-7 pm Pasta Bar $12

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Estes Park EDC Welcomes New Entrepreneurial Center Program Manager

The Estes Park Economic Development Corporation (Estes Park EDC) is pleased to welcome Thomas Cox as the new Entrepreneurial Center (E-Center) Program Manager. Cox has spent the past five years with Colorado State University (CSU), where he spearheaded the development of Professional Education pro-

gramming.

Cox brings a wealth of experience developing and nurturing partnerships with companies across the state of Colorado. His work on the Ascend Program, a CSU initiative designed to connect university resources to local businesses in order to facilitate the development of sustainable organizations, makes him a great fit to manage the Estes Park EDC E-Center.

Prior to relocating to Colorado in 2015, Cox worked with two start-up software companies, Abiquo and Artesian Solutions, in his native England. He trained sales teams, developed sales operating procedures and provided account management services for large tech companies.

Cox graduated from the University of Sunderland in England before receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in International Marketing and Sports Psychology from the University of Utah. His wife is the Director of the Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center at CSU.

Civil War Class Taught By Jeff Arnold

Though the Civil War ended nearly 155 years ago, its impact is still felt in the United States today. In the South, especially, people still seem to be fighting over the causes of the war, the experiences of the soldiers and civilians, and

the legacy of approximately 700,000 soldier deaths. This class will start with the causes of the war, the first shots at Ft. Sumter, and the battle summer of 1861.

Special emphasis is placed on the motivations and personalities of the major figures of the war.

The classes will be held on Thursdays for four weeks beginning on Feb. 20.

Each class will be held at Estes Park Middle School from 4-5 p.m. and will be taught by Jeff Arnold, 8th grade history teacher. The cost will be $40. Email him at jeffarn@aol.com to sign up.

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Bigfoot Days Festival Announces Celebrity Guests

Famed cast members from the Mountain Monsters and Finding Bigfoot television shows will be in attendance at the 2020 Bigfoot Days festival, April 17-18 at the Estes Park Events Complex.

The Town of Estes Park's Events Division, is pleased to announce appearances

by Joe "Huckleberry" Lott and "Wild" Bill Neff, both from the Travel Channel's show Mountain Monsters, and Cliff Barackman from Finding Bigfoot (Animal Planet, Discovery).

Joe "Huckleberry" Lott and "Wild" Bill Neff are both former Marines and are now core members of the Appalachian Investigators of Mysterious Sightings

Team (AIMS) and it wasn't until the members of the team had their own personal encounters with creatures that they became believers. There are creatures both legendary and unidentified roaming the Appalachian Mountains, and a band of hard-core hunters and trappers have made it their life's work to investigate them. For generations, alleged sightings of these monsters - with such names as Bigfoot, Grassman, Skunk Ape, Wolfman, Devil Dog, Wampus Beast and Mothman, have occurred along the 1,500-mile stretch of the Appalachian Mountains. You can currently watch Huckleberry and Wild Bill, along with Buck, Jeffro, and Willy on the Travel Channel and Destination America's hit series, Mountain Monsters!

Cliff Barackman has been a dedicated sasquatch field researcher for more than two decades. It was his dedication to the subject and his online presence that drew the attention of Discovery Communications, which later invited him to be a starring cast member of all 100 episodes of Animal Planet's Finding Bigfoot television series. Both on- and off-camera, he has managed to gather data supporting the hypothesis that sasquatches are an undiscovered species of great ape that walks upright and lives in North America. Though finding and documenting data is a goal of Cliff 's research, it is not the primary goal. As it turns out, the journey is just as rewarding as any destination! Cliff is now the owner and curator of the North American Bigfoot Cen-

ter in Boring, Oregon.

Formerly held in Bond Park, this year the Bigfoot Days festival will move indoors to the Estes Park Event Center Saturday, April 18, 2020, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. This event is free and open to the public and will have activities, vendors, and live music sure to please the whole family.

Local vendors are invited to apply for booth space at this event. Business sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information about the event visit www.EventsInEstes.com or contact Events staff at events@estes.org or 970586-6104.

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Surgical Service Options Close To Home

Dr. Jennifer McLellan

Dr. Steven Miller

You don’t have to travel out of Estes Park for Expert Surgical Care Surgical services are available at Estes Park Health 24/7/365 to take care of your scheduled or emergent surgery needs. You can stay close to home and close to your primary care physician – no need to travel down the hill.

Our general surgeons, Jennifer McLellan, MD and Steven Miller, MD, are committed to providing excellent patient care and are champions of enhancing your overall surgical experience. The thing our surgeons appreciate most about delivering high-quality surgical care and endoscopy services in Estes Park, is that they are part of a community. By providing surgical services in the community, they believe that their presence makes a difference to each person they encounter and that is fulfilling and rewarding.

Meet General Surgeon Dr. Jennifer McLellan "Here for you to listen and ensure you understand everything about your surgery. ” General surgeon, Jennifer McLellan, MD, FACS has scheduled clinic hours in the Physician Clinic and works closely with your Estes Park Health physician.

Our surgeons continue our mission to be the provider of choice for high-quality care and service excellence in the Estes Valley. Call 970-586-2200 for additional information.

Dr. McLellan surgical expertise is in laparoscopic and open abdominal surgery, as well as endoscopy, c-sections and D&Cs. She performs minor procedures including sebaceous cyst, lipoma and skin lesion excision, abscess drainage, vasectomy and flexible sigmoidoscopy.

She is also trained as a console surgeon on the Da Vinci Si robotic platform.

Dr. McLellan has certifications in: • American Board of Surgery • Advanced Cardiac Life Support • Advanced Trauma Life Support • Basic Life Support From Dr. McLellan, " I was drawn to becoming a physician because it requires the skills that I enjoy: talking with people, teaching others and understanding scientific concepts and the working of the human body. It is important to ex-

plore my patients goals for their treatment and to align my care with those goals. I want to make sure patients understand their options, risks and benefits of each possibility."

Meet General Surgeon Dr. Steven Miller “Here for you to provide you with education about your surgery. ” General surgeon, Dr. Miller, has scheduled clinic hours in the Physician Clinic and works closely with your Estes Park Health physician. Our surgeons continue our mission to be the provider of choice for high-quality care and service excellence in the Estes Valley. Call 970586-2200 for additional information.

• Certified by the American Board of Surgery • Highly skilled in colorectal surgery, thyroid procedures and laparoscopic surgery • Medical School and General Surgery Residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center in CA • Fellowships in Vascular Surgery, Mini Vascular Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery and Minimally Invasive Dialysis Interventional Training Dr. Miller has had a rural emphasis throughout most of his career, giving him a firm grasp of the concept of caring for friends, neighbors and family members of those with whom he works and lives. Dr. Miller is excited to be part of the general surgery team in Estes Park by expanding the services available within the community and giving Estes Park residents the chance to receive the highest quality surgical care right here at home. Dr. Miller is passionate about education and has been involved in teaching the next generation of surgeons for more than a decade, particularly in endoscopic procedures and minimally invasive surgical technique. His focus includes colorectal surgery, thyroid procedures and laparoscopic surgery. ” If you are interested in learning more about the types of surgical procedures being performed in the Estes Park Health Operating Rooms, call 970-5862200 for additional information. You can also learn more at eph.org/our-services/surgical-services.

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The Story Of Margaret Clark ferred) to choymanwendell@estesvalleylibrary.org or hard copy to the front desk. Here is the second of the submissions.

Born in 1918, Margaret Clark had ambition before it was quite acceptable. Graduating from the University of Chicago, she married a handsome young lawyer and proceeded to have eight children – not part of the plan – before she could launch herself as a high school English teacher and help put those eight children through college. Long before that, however, she and her parents and siblings had discovered Estes Park and fallen in love with it, returning summer after summer 2020 offers all of us the opportunity to th to their cabin on the mountain. Marcelebrate not only the passage of the 19 garet, in turn, introduced her own chilAmendment but also the achievements of dren to her beloved mountains during women over that last 100 years. Celebrathe summers.

Then, at age 64 and a tions are planned nation-wide, in every grieving widow, she finally made Estes state and in local communities. A number Park her home.

She took to hiking, of local organizations and community climbing every peak she could see from leaders, under the leadership of Jean her new home, then some she couldn’t.

McGuire, have formed a committee to coTerra Tomah at age 68, Mount Meeker ordinate the local celebration under the tiaround the same time.

She joined nutle, “100 Years: A Celebration of Women.” merous civic organizations, chairing As a part of the festivities, we plan to collect stories about Estes Valley women in the most in due course. She traveled to every continent except Antarctica. As form of paragraphs. Submission period: she lived her dream, her answer to her Now to May 15. Maximum length: 200 now-grown children’s various wants and words, A story about any woman with a connection to Estes Park. These paragraphs needs was always, “Honey, you have to will be collected by the Estes Valley Library. earn it.” For her part, she achieved all that she set out to do and died in Estes They will then appear in the Estes Park Park on her 100th birthday – all part of News and 100 will be chosen to be pubher plan. lished as a booklet for November release.

Alice Reuman Submit your paragraphs digitally (pre-

We Love Our Bobcats Night

This Friday, February 14 is "We Love our Bobcats" night at Estes Park High School. Please join us - yes, it is Valentine's Day! - and share your Bobcat Spirit.

All basketball games are in the Estes Park High School Gym. Game times are: JV Boys 4 p.m.

Varsity Girls 5:30 p.m.

Varsity Boys 7 p.m.

Standard admission rates: $6 for adults, $5 for students and *senior citizens are free.* There will be giveaways so we hope to see you in the stands.

And it's official: girls basketball has qualified for Regionals, a first in many years. Come on out and celebrate these young athletes with us!

ROAR! The Bobcat Boosters

1700 Brodie Ave, across from High School More Information at pccrusa.org and 970-586-4404 Sunday Ser vice at 10am

Pipe Organ - Chapel Choir - Bell Choirs - Children Welcome

FOR THE HEALTH OF IT Winter Speaker Series Estes Park Health and Estes Valley Community Center present a monthly series of healthy educational tips from our top healthcare providers.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 1 p.m.

When should you seek palliative care help?

The answer might surprise you!

Dr. Nicholas Mize, D.O., Estes Park Health Internal Medicine Physician with a specialty in palliative care, will unpack how he can help the patient and family through a chronic diagnosis.

Free and open to the public Held at the Estes Valley Community Center For questions, call 970-586-2317 Sponsored by:

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“SCARS CAN BE A BEAUTIFUL THING. DON’T HIDE YOUR SCARS” Those are the words of Lance Corporal Kyle Carpenter whom I introduced to you in my article last week. He was the youngest person to receive the Medal of Honor, for his heroism in throwing himself on a live grenade to save a fellow soldier in Afghanistan. He suffered injuries to much of his body, losing his right eye and the use of his right arm and shoulder. His jaw damage resulted in: “I can’t even eat a bowl of cereal.” But, during three years at Walter Reed Hospital, he said, “They put Humpty Dumpty together again.”

One concern he wrestled with was: what to do about the ‘scars’? His whole body, especially his chest, arms and facial area, all told the story of the damage inflicted by the grenade. He was advised by those at the hospital to undergo ‘scar revision therapy’. He tried it but after the first painful treatments that left him hardly able to recognize himself he re-thought his decision. He said: “At that moment, I had a few epiphanies. One was: “It’s like I’m trying to buffer out a ‘scratch’ on a ‘car’ that has been ‘totaled’”. Both my arms are skin grafted…all the way from my wrists to the top of the shoulder.” So there was that, but on a deeper level, I realized: “why am I trying to do this when I’m going around the country and speaking to people, trying to share hope with them that it’s okay --- physically, mentally, or emotionally --- if you get injured and have scars.” He goes on: “Scars are truly a beautiful thing. Yes, they may be ugly on the outside, but scars show that you are a survivor, that you made it through something, and, not only did you make it through, but now you are stronger and wiser and more educated because of that tough time you went through.” He says: “‘Don’t Hide Your Scars’ is my favorite chapter in my book, because I realize how scars connect all of us and how struggle connects all of us.” Wherever he shares his story with crowds of, mostly non-military people, many come up and say: “I’ve never been in the military, but…!” and share their own personal struggle. That’s what made him want to write his book, ‘because we all, military and non-military, are all united in the fact that everyone ‘struggles’ and, thus, all can be helped by the sharing of those struggles.

Many people try to do ‘spiritual’ ‘scar revision therapy’. We go through struggles in our lives, often failing to handle them well, but we don’t want others to know about them. It’s like some TV spots showing someone doing something daring, often stupid, then announcing, after an agonizing spill, “I’m okay!” More good could come when they share the truth, thus influencing others to make wiser decisions. ‘Scars are beautiful’ when sharing wiser things one has learned, especially when those ‘scars’ are similar to some present who: ‘have been there, done that and got the tee shirt’. Such understand, because they have similar ‘scars’. We can’t begin to fathom the good that has resulted from support groups like: Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous, Grief and other ‘survivor groups, because others, following Lance Corporal Kyle Armstrong’s example, do not try to cover up their ‘scars’ but are willing to let others see that ‘scars are beautiful’ when shared, along with the wisdom, strength, and courage that can give hope to ‘fellow-strugglers’.

What are your scars? Share them with others you can help.

The Bible says: “We are comforted, (in our struggles and scars) so that we can comfort others in theirs.” God will use your willingness to use your ‘beautiful scars’ to give hope and encouragement to others. Let Him do that.

(Bob Lewis)

Estes Park Senior Citizens Center Menu February 17 - February 21 Monday, Feb 17 Breakfast Burrito (eggs, cheese, refried beans, & potatoes in a floured tortilla) w/ green chili on the side Tuesday, Feb 18 BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwich w/ baked beans & coleslaw Wednesday, Feb 19 Salisbury Steak w/ mashed potatoes & gravy Thursday, Feb 20 Chicken Parmesan w/ Spaghetti, garlic bread & side salad Friday, Feb 21 Salmon (4 oz) w/ Rice Pilaf & clam clowder soup

February 24 - February 28 Monday, Feb 24 Chicken Marsala (topped w/ mushrooms) w/ side salad & soup of the day Tuesday, Feb 25 Philly Beef Sandwich (topped w/ mozzarella cheese, green peppers & onions) w/ homemade chips Wednesday, Feb 26 Fried Chicken (3 pc) w/ mashed potatoes, gravy & vegetables Thursday, Feb 27 Stuffed Bell Pepper (w/ beef & rice) w/ garlic bread & side salad Friday, Feb 28 Trout (4 oz) w/ coleslaw & clam chowder soup All noon meals are $5 for current EP Senior Citizens Center members and are by reservation only. 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, Feb 17th, you need to call before 1:00 PM on Friday, Feb 14th. For reservations call 970-581-2195 (Monday – Friday 9:00 am - 1:30 pm). Pre-paid meal tickets and membership forms are available at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center at our NEW location 1760 Olympian Lane.

Eat at the Senior Citizens Center or take Meals to Go! Regular hours of operation 9:00 am -- 1:30 pm Monday thru Friday.

Join or renew membership for 2020 to receive free activities & reduced meals!

Check out our website: estesparkseniors.org TriFit, Balance, Mah Jongg, crafts, games, and other activities.

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February 28th & 29th 7:00pm High School Auditorium $12 for Adults $8 for Students

Presented by Thespian Troupe 7284 Directed by Jordanne Bradley & Jordan Hazelton

For tickets and info visit www.estesschools.org

Presented through special arrangement with Broadway Licensing. All authorized performance materials are also supplied by Broadway Licensing (broadwaylicensing.com).

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Snowshoe Hikes With The Rocky Mountain Conservancy

Rocky Mountain Conservancy’s Field Institute Program is offering an educational snowshoe hiking series in Rocky Mountain National Park called “Winter Ecology: A Snowshoeing Trek for Kids & Families.” Offered February 22nd, and March 7th & 28th, this four-hour snowshoe hike allows kids and families to explore the serene beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park in the winter season.

Participants will be led through snowcovered pine, spruce and fir trees to learn how plants and animals adapt and survive in the winter months. Additionally, hikers will learn about the properties of snow during this class and how it can help local inhabitants survive the long winter months. This four-mile, outand-back hike leads to Hidden Falls, a spectacular frozen waterfall and ice

climbing destination seldom seen by Park visitors.

Snowshoes are included for all participants and the hike is free for children age 13 and under. Participants should remember to dress in warm layers with appropriate footwear. This course is classified as being a moderate hike of less than five miles with an elevation gain of less than 1,000 feet, and is perfect for beginners who want to try snowshoeing for the first time.

For more information about this snowshoe series or questions on other Rocky Mountain Conservancy educational adventures please call 970-586-3262. Participants can also register online at www.rmconservancy.org; advance registration is required.

Fat Tuesday – Mardi Gras Party At The American Legion Hall February 25th

Circle 119, home of American Legion Post 119, is hosting a Fat TuesdayMardi Gras Party from 5 to 10 p.m. on …you guessed it! Fat Tuesday, Feb. 25th.

Enjoy a handcrafted Hurricane blended with Elkins Whisky, Mardi Gras beads, party favors, great music with the Mountain Town Rockers and, of course, King Cake! The $5 cover charge includes a bowl of tasty red beans and rice.

Be sure to wear your most colorful Mardi Gras attire and masks. The more flamboyant the costumes the better since a costume contest will be featured during the evening.

The centerpiece of the event is a Gumbo Cook Off, with judges on hand to select the best and most authentic

gumbo. It’s free to enter, but participants need to pre-register. The Estes Arts District is sponsoring the contest and is providing the gumbo prize money. First prize is $100, second $75, third $50, and three additional honorable mention prizes of $25 will be awarded. Individuals participating in the gumbo cook-off receive free admission to the Fat Tuesday event.

Anyone interested in participating or wanting more information can email the American Legion at epal@esteslegion.org A standard crock pot of gumbo is required for the cook-off, and an independent panel of know-it-all judges will award the big winner. Rice will be provided.

Doors open at 5 p.m., merriment and dancing begins at 6 p.m. along with the gumbo tasting. Come join us and help support the American Legion Post 119 which is located at the corner of Highways 7 and 36 in Estes Park.

Fun And Educational Summer Camp At MacGregor Ranch

MacGregor Ranch would like to announce that registration is now open for our 2020 Heritage Camp. Children ages 8-12 are encourage to sign up and spend four days on the ranch learning about agriculture and the heritage of our land.

This interactive camp allows kids to be around live animals, learn about the natural environment that surrounds them

while getting their hands dirty! Space is limited and spots fill fast. Camps run July 13th-16th, July 20th-23rd and July 27th-30th 8:30 a.m. -3:30 p.m.

For more information visit our website at www.macgregorranch.org or call Katherine at 970-231-7374.

Don’t miss out on the best summer camp in Estes Park!

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Wandering Wildlife Society WILDLIFE TALKS

Duck Race Charities To Meet Feb. 27

TROUT IN COLORADO WWS Members: FREE Non-WWS Members: $5 Donation

GUEST SPEAKER

CHRIS KENNEDY USFWS, CO FISH & WILDLIFE CONSERVATION FISHERIES BIOLOGIST

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of the river by wader-clad volunteers and cheered by the finish line crowd.

It will soon be time to adopt a duck Each adopted duck is assigned a unique from a favorite organization to support number, and hundreds of prizes will be the 2020 Estes Park Rotary Duck Race. awarded.

Sixty-seven organizations have been inThis year’s race will feature major cash vited to pick up packets of Duck Race prizes.

In addition, major sponsor adoption forms Thursday, Feb. 27 and Delaware North Parks & Resorts, Inc. receive instructions on sales. These clubs will provide three travel prizes that inand nonprofits have been chosen as parclude stays and activities at their properticipating organizations for the 2020 ties around the country, including The Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Festival.

Pine Lodge at Glacier National Park, Distribution Night begins at 6 p.m. at Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite National The Ridgeline Hotel, 101 South St. Vrain Ave. The Duck Race Festival Committee Park, and Old Faithful Cabin at Yellowencourages each of the 67 organizations stone National Park. Delaware North is the parent company of The Ridgeline to send a representative to the meeting.

Hotel.

“The excitement is building for the For every duck adopted with a paper 2020 event, and our race committee is form for $20, the charity chosen on the ready to support sales, both online and adoption form will receive $19. The in-person. We want to help our organiother $1 is retained by the Rotary Club zations increase their adoption sales so of Estes Park to offset operational costs they can see great results,” said Larry of the next year’s Duck Race Festival.

Williams, Duck Race Committee memAdoptions may also be charged to a ber in charge of organizations. credit card online at Beginning Friday, Feb. 28, groups will begin distributing paper adoption forms www.epduckrace.org with a nominal processing fee. and encouraging their members and “The primary purpose of the Rotary friends to adopt ducks. The Estes Park Duck Race Festival is to set the stage for Rotary Duck Race Festival website and people in our community to have an opFacebook page will launch online sales portunity to support the participating February 28 in tandem with paper sales. organizations who provide vital services The annual Estes Park Rotary Duck to those who live in the Estes Valley,” Race Festival will begin at 9 a.m. on Satsaid 2020 ‘Big Duck’ Karen Thompson. urday, May 2, with the Estes Park Run“These 67 participating organizations ning Club’s Duck Waddle 5K, a family help achieve their missions by selling fun run and race. Duck Race Festival duck adoptions, and they receive a conparticipating organizations will welcome siderable benefit back to their group duck fans to George Hix Memorial that is commensurate to their efforts.

Riverside Plaza at 10 a.m., where they The rules of the Duck Race are simple: will offer interactive activities and sell Adopt a duck. Maybe win an awesome duck adoptions until noon. Live music prize! Help a cause that you care about." there, as well as at Nicky’s Steakhouse, The 2019 race brought the total funds will add a toe-tapping fun to the festival raised in the 30-year history of the event activities scheduled in the morning to $2.7 million. Social media will spread hours until the official duck drop at 1 the word internationally. To help this efp.m. at Nicky’s. Thousands of little yelfort, the Duck Race Festival has a Facelow ducks will enter the Fall River and book presence to propel adoptions at float about two miles to Riverside Plaza downtown. There, they will be fished out www.facebook.com/EPDuckRace

For the last 22 years Chris has worked in RNMP monitoring native cutthroat trout populations & habitat & conducting recovery efforts for the federally threatened greenback cutthroat trout. As an avid fish historian, Chris will speak on the history of the greenback in the Estes Valley, its demise and recovery efforts in RMNP and statewide. He will also talk about the effects recent wildfires and flooding have had on local fish populations and their habitats as well as how climate change may affect them in the future.

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Bobcat Swimmers Compete At Conference

Top row: Dive Coach Bill Kanter, Sadie Morgan, Coach Sherry Flanery, Manager John Ferree, Eva Stein, Jade Olivas, Lydia Pita. Bottom row: Ella Santagati, Maya Kiser, Ellie Bergsten, Meah Weaver, Anna Roberts-Briggs, Tracey Filsinger, Gabbi Fisher.

Photos by Mike Fallon

Despite a last minute cancellation of last Friday’s prelims, the meet committee was able to reschedule prelims and finals for Saturday. Though it was a long day, the girls all did their best

times. In addition, outstanding swims

by Ellie Bergsten (500 Free) & Jade Olivas (100 Fly) qualified them for the state meet this weekend. Parents were crying and the coaches were choked up witnessing the many other fine Bobcat performances. Coach Bill Kanter was also ecstatic with diver Sadie Morgan who accumulated a season high total which easily qualified her for State.

Coach Sherry Flanery was very proud with the

Ellie Bergsten

girls’ performances. This was a lot to ask for in a single day.

The results are as follows: 200 Freestyle: Ellie Bergsten 2:18.36, placing 8th in the Finals; Maya Kiser 2:20.09*, 13th 200 Individual Medley: Ella Santagati 2:45.40*(prelims) 11th Finals; Lydia Pita 2:49.71*, 10th 50 Freestyle: ( over 85 entries) Jade Olivas 29.33*; Eva Stein 30.28*; Anna Roberts-Briggs 31.45*; Gabbi Fisher 33.09; Tracy Filsinger 37.84*, 70th 100 Butterfly: Jade Olivas 1:10.34* 8th & qualified for State 100 Freestyle: Anna RobertsBriggs 1:12.59*; Tracey Filsinger 1:24.47* 500 Freestyle: Ellie Bergsten 6:07.40*(State qualifying) 6th;

Maya Kiser 6:21.99*, 9th 100 Backstroke: Ella Santagati 1:14.72*, 10th; Eva Stein 1:17.92*, 18th 100 Breaststroke: Lydia Pita 1:25.39*, 9th; Gabbi Fisher 1:37.38 26th The Bobcat girls also added points to the team with all three relays placing in the finals.

200 Medley Relay 2:14.72*, 6th; 200 Freestyle relay 1:57.52*, 5th; 400 Freestyle relay 4:37.08, 7th Overall, the Bobcats placed 6th at the Conference.

Special thanks to coaches Stacy & Frank Feree who assisted in keeping the girls organized and on task.

Also, much gratitude to former Estes principal Janet Bielmaier/Fanning, who opened her home for a much needed rest for the girls before finals. *Best times for the year

Tracey Filsinger

Jade Olivas

Sadie Morgan

Anna Roberts-Briggs

Ella Santagati

Eva Stein

Gabbi Fisher

Lydia Pita

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Rails In The Rockies This Weekend Explore the wonderful world of trains at Rails in the Rockies 23rd Anniversary Show this weekend, February 15 and 16 at the Estes Park Event Center, Saturday 9-5 and Sunday 9-4.

Admission for adults is $10.00, children 12 and under free, along with free parking at the Event Center. This show is for the whole family from little children to adults, there is something for everyone.

There are layouts featuring fine craftsmanship scratch built buildings, trains and scenery. There are layouts highlighting toy train history with Lionel and American Flyer. There is a layout constructed for the tiny N gauge train.

There is a switching layout, a puzzle layout and, of course, our popular LEGO layout. There are layouts built

by Youth in Model Railroading club

members. There are layouts with push buttons for our younger train admirers.

There is our popular game of Seek and Search with fun prizes. There will be a train give away on both Saturday and Sunday. The trains are generously donated by show vendors.

This year we have several special displays by Colorado Railroad Historical Societies and museums, the Forney Museum of Transportation, and a special display of scratch built circus train cars.

If you are looking for that special piece of train equipment, a starter train set for your grandchildren, or wonderful photos of trains, we have over 30 vendors available.

Come join us for a fun filled weekend‌.. all aboard!

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Thin Mint vs. Samoa Congratulations to Riley Walker, the Estes Park High School Student of the Week for February 14, 2019.

At EPHS, Riley is in band, and a member of the Environmental Club and Ski Club. He maintains a 3.75 GPA. When he’s not at school he loves swimming and climbing.

Riley has earned his Eagle Scout award and can read hours upon hours of fiction.

Riley’s favorite quote is: “Words are insufficient, I need numbers.”

After he graduates high school, Riley hopes to go on a mission and then attend college to become a children’s doctor.

Riley Walker

9th Grade

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

There are currently two Girl Scout troops in Estes Park: the Junior Troop includes 4th and 5th graders, the Cadets include 6th and 7th grade. The local troops are small but mighty; there are about five girls in each troop. The organization sets out to grow courageous and strong girls through enriching experiences, field trips, skill-building clinics, community service projects, cultural exchanges, and environmental stewardships.

The Girl Scouts are in the middle of their four-week cookie sale. One local scout says cookie sales teach her to “speak up and speak clearly. If someone asks about a cookie, we explain the cookie nicely. Even if people are rude, we have to be nice cause it’s the right thing to do.” The two local troops will use their money for a camping trip to Buena Vista this summer and a visit the Wolf Sanctuary.

Thin Mints are the most popular cookie, followed closely by Samoa. There is a new cookie this year, the Lemon Up, which has motivational sayings stamped

into the cookie. It is a flaky butter cookie with great lemon flavor and a thin glaze on the bottom. Perfect with tea! Thank to everyone in the community who support the local Girl Scouts.

Enjoy your cookies!

Girl Scouts are in the middle of their four-week cookie sale. Upcoming sales include: @Kind Coffee: Saturday, February 15 and 22 from 9-11 a.m. @Rails on the Rockies (Event Center): Saturday February 15 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, February 16 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. @Safeway: Friday, February 28 from 4-8 p.m.; Saturday February 29 from 9 a.m.9 p.m.; Sunday, March 1, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Monday-Friday from 4-8 p.m; Saturday, March 7 from 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, March 8 from10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Cookie sales close March 8.

Girl Scouts are also asking friends and neighbors. If you need cookies at your office, let us know by texting 303-9024695.

Estes Park Quota Student Grant Committee Donates Computer

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This week, members of Estes Park Quota, Ann Kasper, Laura Trump and Marilyn Irwin from the Student Grant committee awarded a Macbook Air to EPHS student Paulina Bernal. Courtesy photo

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“Love Is In The Air’ At Saturday’s Peak To Peak Concert The Peak to Peak Concert Series presents “Love is in the Air,” a concert for solo violin, solo voice, and piano at 3 p.m. on Saturday, February 15th at the Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church. Violinist Jean Denney and pianist Margaret Patterson will perform “Oblivion” by Astor Piazzolla and “Romance and Tango”

by Morgan Denney. Miami based composer Morgan Denney grew up in Estes Park and is the daughter of Jean and Alan Denney. Morgan primarily writes chamber, orchestral, and vocal music and is “skilled at conveying raw energy in soundscape and composition for with beautiful lyricism” (The Musical Times, 2019). Her music is frequently described as “Imaginative” and “quirky.”

The second half of the concert will feature songs of romance by Hector Berlioz, Reynaldo Hahn, Samuel Barber, Ralph

Vaughan-Willams, and contemporary composers Lee Hoiby and Luke Mayernick, performed by mezzo-soprano Denise Stookesberry and Margaret Patterson.

The Peak to Peak Concert Series spotlights musicians who live in the Estes Valley. The concerts are free, but donations are encouraged. A reception will follow the concert to meet the musicians.

February Special At Healing Waters Buy One, Get One 50% Off! In 1963, the American Heart Association designated February as “Heart Health” month to raise awareness about heart health and heart disease. The Healing Waters pool is the perfect way for everyone to increase their fitness level and work to prevent heart disease! One doesn’t need to be in therapy or rehabili-

tation to take advantage of our pool.

Just give us a call and set up an appointment! We welcome all new and current clients to invite a friend for 50% off a monthly pass.

• February Special: Buy one monthly pass for yourself and get second pass for a friend for 50% off. Call us at (970) 586-9205.

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Community Invited To Climbers’ Tommy Caldwell & Quinn Brett Presentations At YMCA Of The Rockies This Weekend YMCA of the Rockies is pleased to present two special guest speakers during the upcoming Mountaineering Weekend that are free and open to the community. We invite you join us on two nights Saturday, February 15 and Sunday, February 16 for intriguing, thought-provoking and adventurous storytelling. Both presentations will be located in Hempel Auditorium at YMCA of the Rockies.

Saturday, February 15 at 7 p.m.

Tommy Caldwell presents, “Climbing and Climate Change” Tommy Caldwell is a father, husband, professional rock climber and environmental activist from Estes Park, Colorado. Tommy is widely recognized for his cutting-edge and record-breaking ascents on the seemingly impossible granite walls of Yosemite Valley. In 2015, for 19 days Tommy and Kevin Jorgeson climbed 3,000 feet up the Dawn Wall, a blank face on Yosemite’s monolithic El Capitan and the hardest big-wall rock climb in the world. Their story was covered by every major news outlet, including The New York Times, National Geographic, TIME, ABC, CNN and ESPN. A 2018 award-winning film, The Dawn Wall, was based on their accomplishment, and the feat even caught the attention of President Barack Obama, who remarked, “You remind us that anything is possible.” Tommy has also established the most free climbing routes on El Capitan. Most recently, Tommy and climbing partner Alex Honnold broke the two-hour speed barrier on the 3,000foot Nose route of El Capitan. From his childhood in the mountains of Colorado to a professional life spent climbing in wild places around the world, Tommy’s

connection to nature has always been deeply personal and offered him an up-close and unique view of the threats facing our wild places. He has been published in multiple media outlets, and his memoir, The Push: A Climber's Journey of Endurance, Risk, and Going Beyond Limits, is a New York Times best seller. He is currently a Global Sport Activist® ambassador for the outdoor clothing company Patagonia, inspiring climbers and other outdoor enthusiasts to fight to protect the one and only planet we call home.

Sunday, February 16 at 7 p.m.

Quinn Brett presents, “Moving in a New Way” Alpine Climber Quinn Brett sought to travel and climb mountains throughout the world, reveling in the freedom of movement but also advocating for safe keeping of these special places. She worked as a climbing ranger Rocky Mountain National Park, technical rescuer and first responder. This intimate work within public lands also opened opportunities to spread a need for stewardship within the recreational community.

October 2017 she took a big fall while rock climbing in Yosemite National Park, causing paralysis below the navel.

Her drive to cover long distances over technically complex terrain continues, so does her advocacy and adventure love for wild spaces.

For more information about the presentations and Mountaineering Weekend visit, ymcarockies.org/mountaineeringweekend or call 970-586-3341 ext. 1104.

9th Annual SOUP-ER Bowl Celebrity & Restaurant Cook-Off Don’t miss the 9th annual SOUP-ER Bowl which will take place Sunday Feb. 23, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Ave., (south of the football field) Tickets are only $10 adults, $5 children 3 to 12, family $30.

Come and join your friends and neighbors for a delicious soup Cook-Off at Estes Park's SOUP-ER Bowl event! This wonderful community event will allow you to sample a variety of different soups, some homemade classics and some restaurant chef specialties and then have a big bowl of your favorite. Your vote will determine the celebrity winner

and the restaurant winner! Plus, you won’t want to miss the bake sale with delicious homemade desserts for sale.

Local restaurant chefs competing this year: The Rock Inn, Bird and Jim, Seasoned – An American Bistro, Dunraven Inn, Big Horn Restaurant, Smokin’ Dave’s BBQ & Brew.

Local celebrity chefs competing this year: The Lunch Ladies from EP Schools and The Firemen of Estes Valley Fire Protection District.

This is a fundraising event for the Lifelong Learning of Estes Valley Preschool.

Contact Nancy Johnson, LLEV Director at 970-577-9864 for more information.

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Individuality Counts Be your own person. Do your own thing and do not be afraid to fail. Defend what you believe in, but be open to others’ ideas. This is how I was raised and how I attempted to raise my brood.

I have said kiddingly all my life, “You have to value someone’s opinion before you get upset over it, ” and I really mean it. As a young adult, I developed this approach to others and it has worked for me. If I respect or love someone and they tell me I am out of line, then I have to consider their critique and evaluate their position; maybe they are right and I should mend my ways. But if I am criticized by someone whom I dislike, whose opinion I don’t value, or who has proven to me to be less than honorable, then why bother being affected by their critique? Why get upset over something you don’t value?

Our life’s journey is short, too short to worry about something that doesn’t mean anything to you. Know what you are made of, capable of, and believe in and live your life accordingly. Know what is right for you and behave accordingly. Your gut will tell you if you are right or wrong about a situation or an individual. Take time to determine the right moves for you. I always said that the rough times I have had have been self-made. No one forced me to go to war, I have never been poor, looking for food or a place to lay my head. But the mistakes I have made were made in a hurry without fully thinking things through. That goes for my personal life,

social life and business life. When I haven’t listened to my gut (or my wife) but have made an emotional decision, that is when I have gotten myself into problems.

One thing I learned early in life was that everyone deserves respect for their particular talent. And everyone has a talent, be it intellectual, athletic, artistic, musical, etc. And we should give the other person’s views consideration; we do not have to agree to be friends. Be aware of your talents, perfect them and don’t be afraid to expand yourself for fear of failure. All things considered, it really is better to have tried and failed than to not have tried at all.

To me, life has been enjoyable because of the challenges I have accepted, whether I was successful or not. I have never been a failure because I don’t let myself think that way. Certainly, I have messed up on some things, but I have always learned something in the process.

Looking back in a “what if ” frame of mind doesn’t accomplish anything.

Looking back and evaluating a situation as it happened is valuable if you learned something from it. Unchangeable baggage will only drag you down. Deal with it, learn from it and move on. Know what is good for you and follow your instincts. Be an individual and have the strength of your convictions. Embrace and celebrate your individuality because there will never be another one like you, and your contribution to this world really does count.

Mule Deer Hunkering Down In A Snowstorm

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Get Your Tickets Now For The Clint Clymer & Friends Benefit Concert

February 22nd, 2020 Ellis Ranch in Loveland, Colorado 5-10 p.m.

Local legends and good tunes. You never know who will be appearing on stage! This year will feature the Joe O'Bryan Band, Woodie Procell and the Snowy River Band and of course, Clint Clymer and Friends. You won’t want to miss this great concert for a great cause.

Clint Clymer said, “As far back as I can remember, regardless of my selfish pursuits, I've loved making people smile. My heart has always lead me, and now with a clearer mind, more so than ever! Clint Clymer and Friends is a culmination of caring, consideration and old fashioned,"When someone in our community needs help you grab a proverbial shovel and go to it. The purpose of our annual event is to offer compassion, support and comfort in various ways to our neighbors in need.”

Meet this year's recipient-Lauren Munger. Lauren said, “When I first heard of this fundraiser and was in-

WHAT IS IT? A national event hosted by venues around the country where “shavees” raise money to have their heads shaved in support of children’s cancer research. Since its establishment, the St. Baldrick’s Foundation has raised more than $282 million for life-saving research, and we are so excited to have you join us in reaching our 2020 goals.

formed that I had been invited to be a recipient, I shuddered at the thought of exposing my very private life to strangers. But, when I thought about it, I decided there is a time to be humble and there are times to say thank you.

This is one of those ‘thank you’ times. I work hard at staying positive. I don’t want people to feel sorry for me as I hold the belief that energy can create reality so I want people around me to focus on health and healing. But, if people don’t know about the challenges I am facing, they can’t help me to overcome them. So, I will focus on the challenges that I am facing, and how this fundraiser is a blessing.

So what is this disease that I have?

They refer to it as ‘Atypical Parkinson’s,’ mostly because I have some similar symptoms like compromised balance and weak arms and legs. There is some speculation that I could have MSA, (Multiples Systems Atrophy), which is like Parkinson’s, but much more aggressive. I have deteriorated quite a bit faster

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Visit the Estes Park Mountain Shop and make a general donation.

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COME JOIN US at our event and enjoy food, drink, and head shaving!

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Ron Ball

than others who I have met on the Parkinson’s path. Regardless of what it is exactly, I turn my attention to keeping ahead of the symptoms. I have fallen quite a bit, and I broke my arm. My balance is compromised so I have to be extra careful. They say that you can stop the progression of the disease through exercise, so I involve myself in boxing classes and a spinning class. It has helped, but sometimes I am too weak to fully engage in the classes. The biggest setback has been my voice, or lack of it.

My speech has been affected to the point that I can no longer rely on it to teach my sessions with people and horses. This has taken quite a toll on my income.

I see two areas where additional support would be beneficial. They are personal and financial.

On the personal side, I want to feel that I have made a difference in my lifetime.

And then, of course there is the blessing of funds raised on my behalf that will certainly reduce the stress caused by too many bills. It’s hard to not be stressed by finances when you are well and it’s much harder to deal with financial stress when everything in your life is hard because of your disease.”

Clymer added, “At various times in all our lives, we are faced with challenges that we never could have imagined. I have known Lauren Munger, and her partner Alison Fisher, for close to twenty years. Through Lauren's Gestalt Therapy work with horses, I have seen her make a huge difference in other people’s lives,

primarily with children and their families, giving them tools to move through life and confidence in themselves to meet the challenges they are facing.”

In addition to great music at this event, there will also be: Silent & Live Auctions-lots of great items.

This year we will have many great items to bid on in our silent and live auctions. Every dollar you bid will go to this year's recipients, so please bid generously.

Live Auction

El Mex-Kal Mexican Buffet-great Mexican food! Last year, Jesus of El Mex-Kal knocked it out of the park with an amazing buffet. Everyone loved it so much we've got him back again this year!

As a special tribute to our veterans, active duty military and first responders, they will begin this year’s event with a special performance of our National Anthem featuring Estes Park singing cowboy, Ron Ball.

This event sells out quickly - only 400 tickets are available - and there will be no tickets available at the door. Tickets are $50.00/person and include: • Dinner provided by Jesus & El Mex-Kal Restaurant • Clint Clymer & Friends Concert • Live & Silent Auction Tickets are available at Downtown Sound, 330 E Fourth St., Loveland, CO, 970-673-0006 or Clint Clymer, go to clintclymer@msn.com or call 970-4430973.

The concert will be held February 22nd, at the Ellis Ranch, 2331 Ellis Ranch Lane in Loveland, Colorado from 5-10 p.m.

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1861 RAVEN AVENUE D1

503 RIVERROCK CIRCLE

$429,000

New Listing

Style, Quality, Value

SUNNY END UNIT CONDO with 3 bedrooms/3bathrooms.

1120 COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE

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LUXURY FURNISHED 5 bed/ 4 bath, 4,200 sq ft residence at Riverrock.

$445,000

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$2,950,000

2416 LONGVIEW DRIVE

Commercial Riverfront CLASSIC ESTES PARK CHARM in this 3 bedroom/3bath home w/ garage.

BEAUTIFUL INCOME-GENERATING resort on Fall River.

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Mountain Brokers

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Office: 970-586-5324

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Call Kirk or Peggy

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Who Needs Flowers and Candy When You Can Buy a House?!

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1861 Raven Avenue, D1

Sunny End Unit Northridge Meadow Condo with windows on the main level facing south and east. Newer carpet in the living room and beautiful wood-like CORETec vinyl plank flooring in the kitchen. Wonderful mountain view from the kitchen sink. One bedroom and a full bathroom on the main level and 2 master suites on the lower level with full en-suite bathrooms. Gas-log fireplace in the living room will keep you warm on those chilly nights. $429,000

Will Your Money Last As Long As You Do? What do your fellow citizens fear most?

Almost half of them – 49% – are most afraid of running out of money during retirement, a higher percentage than the 44% whose chief concern is failing health, according to a recent survey by Aegon Center for Longevity and other groups.

What steps can you take to help ensure your money will last as long as you do?

Here are a few suggestions: • Estimate your longevity. None of us can say for sure how long we’ll live.

However, you can make some educated guesses based on your health and family history. And once you do have at least a ballpark figure, you can then determine about how much money you may need to last the rest of your lifetime. A word of caution: It’s probably going to be more than you think. Health care costs alone can run into the hundreds of thousands, even with Medicare.

• Determine when you’ll retire. Your retirement age will have a big impact on how long your money can last. The longer you work, the more you can contribute to your retirement plans, such as your IRA and 401(k). Plus, if you have health insurance through work, you should be able to cover some of the out of pocket health care costs you’d normally have to pay if you’re retired.

• Invest as much as you can in your retirement. During your working years, contribute as much as you can afford to your IRA and your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan. And every time you get a raise, try to increase the amount you put into your employer’s plan.

• Protect yourself from long-term care costs. If you’re fortunate, you’ll never need any type of long-term care, such as an extended stay in a nursing home or the services of a home health care provider. Still, there are no guarantees, and long-term care expenses can be big

enough to threaten your retirement savings. The average cost for a private room in a nursing home is about $100,000 per year, while a home health aide costs about $50,000 per year, according to the insurance company Genworth.

Medicare typically pays just a small portion of these amounts, so you may want to purchase a long-term care insurance policy that will pay for qualified longterm care costs. Or you might consider a “hybrid” policy, which combines longterm care protection with life insurance.

So, if you never needed long-term care, your hybrid policy would pay a death benefit to your beneficiary, but if you did need the care, your policy would pay benefits toward those expenses.

• Choose an appropriate withdrawal rate. During your retirement, you’ll need to withdraw money from your IRA, 401(k) and other retirement accounts. But you’ll want to avoid taking out too much each year, especially during the early years of your retirement.

It’s important to establish an annual withdrawal rate that’s appropriate for your needs, taking into account your age, sources of income, lifestyle and other factors.

The thought of running out of money during retirement is scary indeed – but by making smart choices, you can go a long way toward alleviating this fear and enjoying your life as a retiree.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by our local Edward Jones Financial Advisors.

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Builder selling same model for $8K more.

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Take The Plunge With The Estes Park Education Foundation

Franki And Pepper Need New, Forever Homes!

Franki was born on Sept. 23, 2019 and is from a litter of nine pups. He is smart and listens well. He has worked hard on his manners and would do well with someone that will be consistent with him.

He is doing great with his house training and likes his kennel but can also free roam. He likes to meet other dogs, but sometimes barks at people (which he needs a little work on). All in all, Franki is a pretty sweet and fun guy.

Pepper is from the same litter of nine.

He is doing well with his house training.

He is working on his leash manners and meeting new people. He does pretty well with other dogs and really likes to be with his person, so a home with people

Pepper

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Franki around will definitely make him happy.

Pepper will do best in a home with kids 10 and older.

Both puppies will need work with socialization and training to be the best dogs they can be. They will probably grow in to the 45-50 lb. range and are considered Australian cattle dog mixes.

Call 970-286-1652 to set up a time to meet either of these sweet pups.

All pets are offered through the Pet Association of Estes Park, a non-profit 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. For more information, call 970-286-1652.

The 2nd annual Polar Bear Plunge Fundraiser at Trout Haven Resorts will be held starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday March 7th at the Trout Haven Fishing Pond at 810 Moraine Avenue. This year, Trout Haven has partnered with the Estes Park Education Foundation for this event as a means to support students, programs, and staff across the Estes Park School District.

Adults, students and five-person teams will take the plunge in support of the Estes Park Education Foundation.

Pledges start at $50 for adults and $25 for students and District Staff (K-12).

Teams of five can receive the benefit of 20% discount on their minimum pledge depending on the composition of their team. Individuals and especially teams are encouraged to dress in costumes!

Want to make the plunge in support of EPEF but can’t hit the icy water yourself?

No problem! You can also support EPEF by sponsoring a plunge (individual, student or team) and someone else will jump for you. Just visit www.epeducationfoundation.org for more information.

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tion is a 501c3 charitable entity working to unify community support for the Park R3 school district by inspiring community investment in exemplary student learning experiences today, to develop our citizens of tomorrow.

Proceeds of this fundraiser will be used by the Estes Park Education Foundation to support our pillars (values): Experiential Learning Opportunities, Innovations, Building Community, Support of District Teachers and Staff, Student Support, and Wellness. With your support teachers, students and district staff can apply directly to the Foundation when they need funding in specific support of their ambitions.

To register, sponsor or for more information visit www.epeducationfoundation.org. Questions about the event or participating? Email EPEF Board Member Amber Johnson, Fundraising/Polar Plunge chair at amberjohnson. epef@gmail.com Day of event registration is possible but pre-registration is strongly encouraged! We hope to see you come down and join us! Start freezin’ for a reason!

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Estes Valley Conservatives Host Meet & Greet For Larimer County Republican County Commissioner And District Attorney Candidates On February 1, 2020, the EVC group hosted a Meet and Greet for four Republican Larimer County Commissioner and two District Attorney Candidates in the Hondius Room. Attending were Jeff Jensen and Bob McCluskey, candidates for County Commissioner, District 2, Ben Aste and Aislinn Kottwitz, candidates for County Commissioner, District 3, and two candidates for District Attorney, Russell Sinnett and Mitch Murray who was represented by his wife, Emily Humphrey.

The upcoming Republican Caucus on

March 7th at 10 a.m. in the Estes Park High School will be to select Delegates and Alternates to attend the County Assembly to choose one candidate for each position. If you are registered as a Republican and you want to have a say in who represents you, please be sure to come to the Republican Caucus. If you are an unaffiliated voter, you may attend but you may not vote. If, as an unaffiliated, you want to have input, you must register for a party before February 14, or 22 days before the Caucus. To register go to www.govotecolorado.com.

Wednesday Night Bible Study Group Forming Pastors Mark and Alice Wettengel invite you to the start of Estes Park International Church (A Spirit filled Church), Wednesday's at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 10 a.m. at the Estes Park Team Realty Office (in the conference room). EP Team Realty is next to Domino's Pizza, 457 East Wonderview, in upper Stanley Village.

Wednesday night Bible Study's will be a time to study the Word of God and hang out for some fellowship and enjoy coffee and desserts.

Everyone is welcome. For more info: (720) 561-9491.

Celebrating Women With Kyle Dyer The Estes Park Woman’s Club will hold an event on May 16 featuring keynote speaker Kyle Dyer. Her program will be: The Power of Storytelling: Sharing, Listening & Connecting. How do we connect? Not through casual conversationit’s through stories from the heart.

Exchanging stories with one another is the way we relate on a much more profound level.

Join Estes Park Woman’s Club May 16, for lunch and to hear this remarkable presentation. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. at the Estes Park High School auditorium. Tickets are now available and seating is limited. Price is $25.00 for lunch and speaker. Contact any Woman’s Club member or email CelebratingWomen2020@gmail.com

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What’s New At The Art Center Of Estes Park?

Exhibits: This is the last week to enjoy the “Meet the New Artists” exhibit, which closes February 16. In anticipation for the opening of our the next exhibit, the “Mentor/Student Show,” on February 22. let us introduce Debbie Jansen and her

Lena McIntyre

student Jade Olivas Zamarron, along with Dan Marshall and his student Lena McIntyre. Debbie Jansen, from Loveland, is an established, recognized,

Jade Olivas Zamarron

awarded artist, who was raised and educated in Minnesota. Debbie teaches watermedia classes, and is an active member of several art associations. She is a signature member of the Colorado Watercolor Society receiving an Award of Excellence as well as a member of the Western Colorado Watercolor Society.

Her student Jade, before she started painting with Debbie Jansen, did not know anything about watercolor. She would mostly draw, paint small acrylic paintings, and do landscape photography. Jade got really interested in art when her father Jose Luis showed her old paintings and sketches that he’d done in the past and since that day Jade has shown a passion for art.

Dan Marshall is a native Coloradoan, who has been drawing since he was 16 when he was introduced to his favorite medium, graphite in a high school art class. Dan was involved in an airplane crash that put him in a wheelchair. He was invited to his first art show during rehabilitation as Craig Hospital in Den-

ver. The art show inspired Dan to continue drawing and improve his technique.

Lena McIntyre is a 12 year old, who has grown up in Estes Park. Lena enjoyed creating art with her dad since she was little and is now excited to work with Dan to learn to draw with pencil and charcoal. Lena says, “I love art and I am very excited to participate in the mentor program.”

Also on display in the gallery will be the outstanding work of the other Art Center artist members, including other works in oil painting, watercolor, pastel, jewelry, ceramics, charcoal, graphite, glass, wood, sculpture, fiber, photography, printmaking and mixed media.

Door Prize Winner As part of the Art Center’s participation in the First Friday Art Groove, a drawing for a door prize is offered to the public. Lanette Gimbel from Ft. Morgan was this month’s winner of Linda Palmer’s donation of an original watercolor entitled, “Winter.” Congratulations to Lanette and many thanks to Linda for her donation.

Other Art Center Activities: On February 29 from 7-9, the Art Center will host a presentation by Diane Watson on Albert Bierstadt. The Art Center is seeking new artists to join our community. Anyone interested in having their work shown in our gallery need to apply and have work available to be juried on February 17. The next jurying date will be March 16. The 3rd Annual Estes Valley Plein Air National Paint Out is opened for entries through www.onlinejuriedshows.com. Gallery Manager, Lars Sage, has been out doing some public speaking to promote the arts and the Art Center. If you are interested in such a program, please contact Lars at the Art Center.

The next “Painting with Cathy Goodale” class will be on March 11. If interested, please contact the Art Center and sign up.

The Art Center of Estes Park is a nonprofit organization which provides a facility to support the work of local and regional artists, striving to promote exhibition, education, and excellence in the visual arts. Proceeds benefit the artist and contribute to the Art Center’s education and community outreach. The Art Center is located at 517 Big Thompson Avenue, in Middle Stanley Village, below Safeway and above Subway. For more information, please call the Art Center at 970-586-5882 or visit our website at www.artcenterofestes.com Winter gallery hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. The gallery is closed Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays through mid-May.

So Many Great Options At “The Rec” For those of us fortunate enough to call Estes Park home, we cherish our time outdoors. Except, it’s February. We could enjoy a gorgeous bluebird day with bright sun and blue skies over the snowcovered mountains; just perfect for a hike…or…the weather could be windy, snowy and not conducive to that hike at all. It’s not surprising that research shows exercise levels decrease in the wintertime. That’s not good news for maintaining an optimal level of health and fitness when our weather isn’t cooperative. Here at The Rec, we have lots of options for your wintertime workouts ranging from group fitness classes to weights and recreational sports. One of the best workouts, though, is also one of our specialties. Swimming is a wonderful option for all ages, and we have two state of the art pools that will allow you to swim laps, take an aqua-aerobic class or simply water walk in the lazy river.

The U.S. Masters Swimming Program has compiled a long list of the wideranging benefits of swimming. A few of

those include lowering blood pressure, a reduction of the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes as well as relieving stress, anxiety and depression. It’s easy on the joints; making it an excellent workout choice for those who suffer from arthritis. And, when the wind-chill index isn’t favorable, the temperature of the lap pool is 82 degrees! The aquatic department here at the Rec offers individual instruction options if lap swimming sounds like a great idea, but you aren’t sure how to execute a flip-turn.

For the full schedule and description of the swimming options here at the Rec, visit evrpd.com. We have some great new classes coming up in the pool including paddleboard yoga with Stacy Fisher and Aqua Zumba with Patricia Gaultier. And, if a little lap-swimming instruction would be beneficial, e-mail our Aquatic Manager, Pamela Bross, at PamelaB@evrpd.com to set up your private session.

Now, go jump in the pool!

Hanna Bergsten Named To Cornell College Dean's List Cornell College named 254 students to its Dean's List for the fall 2019 semester, including Hanna Bergsten (Highest Honors: semester gpa of 4.00) of Estes Park, CO. Twice each year–at the end of January and the end of May–the Dean of the College recognizes those students who have earned superior grades during the previous semester and enrolls them on the Dean's List based upon their semester grade point average.

Congratulations to Hanna and all of the Dean's List students!

About Cornell College: Cornell College's picturesque campus is located in Mount Vernon, Iowa.

Cornell College is a national liberal arts college with a distinctive One Course At A Time curriculum. Students take one class for 18 days, which provides students

the chance to dive into their studies and focus more intensely on the classes of their choice. With a student body from 45 states and 13 foreign countries, and renowned visiting speakers, faculty, and entertainers, Cornell offers the world from its hilltop campus.

Alissa J. Martin Named To The Dean's List Alissa Martin, of Estes Park, CO, has been named to the Dean's List at Western New England University for the Fall Semester 2019. Students are named to the Dean's List for achieving a semester grade point average of 3.30 or higher.

Martin is working toward a BA in Psychology.

Celebrating its Centennial in the year 2019, Western New England University is a private, independent, coeducational

institution. Located on an attractive 215-acre suburban campus in Springfield, Massachusetts, Western New England serves 3,974 students, including 2,629 full-time undergraduate students.

Undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs are offered through Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, Pharmacy and Health Sciences, and the School of Law. Congratulations, Alissa!

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Things To Do With Estes Valley Recreation And Park District All programs are at the Estes Valley Community Center unless otherwise noted. This list is just a small portion of the wide variety of EVRPD programming! Visit evrpd.com for additional information as well as complete class, program, event and activity listings.

To register, call 970-586-8191 or visit evrpd.com.

Join us for an Ice Cream Social to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Friday, February 14; 1-3 p.m., EVCC Lower Level $5 per person; please pre-register! Call 970-586-8191 to sign up today.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS For The Health of It – When to Seek Palliative Care with Dr. Nicholas Mize, D.O. Wednesday, February 19; 1-2 p.m.

Free; drop-in.

Medicare Counseling with Chris Grubb: 45-minute individual appointments Wednesday, February 19; 9:15 a.m.-3 p.m.

Free; pre-registration required. Call 970-586-8191 to sign up.

TRAVEL DAY TRIP: KUNC Public Radio and Colorado Sound in Greeley, Colorado.

Wednesday, March 11; Van leaves EVCC at 9 a.m. and returns at approximately 3 p.m. $25 per person includes round-trip.

Lunch is on your own at Cables Restaurant in Greeley. Pre-registration required!

EVRPD and Collette Tours present a free informational presentation about two upcoming international trips: Tuesday, February 18; Discover Scotland: 12-1 p.m., Sunny Portugal: 1-2 p.m.

Free; drop-in. For more information, call 970-586-8191.

LIFELONG LEARNING The Great Courses® Lecture Series Museum Masterpieces:

The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Weekly on Mondays, now through March 23; 10-11:30 a.m.

Free; drop-in.

The Great Courses® Lecture Series Albert Einstein; Physicist, Philosopher and Humanitarian Weekly on Thursdays, January 16 through April 2; 10-11:30 a.m.

Free; drop-in.

The Supreme Court and American Society Weekly on Tuesdays, January 16 through April 2; 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Free; drop-in.

AARP® Driver Safety Training Thursday, February 27; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

AARP Members: $15; Non-Members: $20. Bring a sack lunch (1-hour lunch break) Please pre-register. Call 970-586-8191 to sign up today!

DANCE Intro to Line Dancing and Line Dance Party with Jan Tenzer Weekly on Sundays; 1-1:50 p.m. EVCC Lower Level. $5 per person; drop-in.

SPORTS Drop-in Ping Pong - New Hours Wednesday: 6:30-9 p.m., Thursday and Sunday: 2-4 p.m.

Lower Fitness; included with daily admission or membership; drop-in.

Adult Pickleball Tournament; Upper and Lower Brackets, Round-Robin Style. Prize for 1st Place!

Saturday, February 22; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $25 per player registration fee includes a t-shirt. Pre-registration required. Visit evrpd.com to sign up.

Pickleball Open Gym Hours Monday thru Saturday: 8-10 a.m., Thursday: 6-9 p.m. (1 court), Sunday: 24 p.m. (1 court) Included with membership or daily admission, drop-in.

Pickup Basketball Open Gym Hours

Dances Of Universal Peace This Saturday, February 15 Consider continuing the practices of love and kindness by joining the Dances of Universal Peace this Saturday, February 15th at the US Bank meeting room (363 East Elkhorn Ave.) starting at 2:00.

These practices of movement meditation include sacred phrases from diverse cultures. They are easily learned and are accompanied by guitar, flute and drums.

Your voice will join others from around the world who engage in these peaceful practices. Please call Linda Bensey at 970-214-7719 for further information.

“It is the duty of every cultured man and woman to read sympathetically the scriptures of the world. If we are to respect others’ religions as we would have them re-

spect our own, a friendly study of the world’s religions is a sacred duty...”Gandhi

Wednesday, 6:30-9 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Included with membership or daily admission, drop-in.

YOUTH ACTIVITIES AND RECREATION Night In at “The Rec”; This Week’s Theme: Valentine’s Day Friday, February 7, 6-9:30 p.m.; 1st-7th grades. $10 per student. Please pre-register at EVRPD.com.

Creative Corner – Limit 16 Students.

Pre-register to reserve your child’s spot!

Wednesdays, after school; (All school ages and grades welcome) $5 per artist; Pre-registration required.

Visit evrpd.com or call 970-586-8191.

Gamer’s Corner Fridays, after school; (All school ages and grades welcome) $5 per gamer; drop-in.

Family Playgroup Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m. (ages 0-5) Free and open to the public; drop-in.

SENIOR AND ADULT ACTIVITIES Community Movie: Romancing the Stone starring Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner Wednesday, February 26, EVCC Lower Level. Doors open at noon, movie starts at 12:30 p.m.

Free; concessions available for purchase.

BINGO by Thrive with free donuts from The Donut Haus!

Friday, February 28; 10-11:30 a.m., EVCC Lower Level.

Free; please pre-register! Call 970-5868191 to sign up today.

Palette Pals Open Art Studio Mondays, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. (ages 18+) Free and open to the public; drop-in.

Bring your own materials and projects.

Rocky Rollers Wii Bowling Mondays, 10-11 a.m. (ages 18+) Lower level; free; drop-in.

Drop-in Mahjong Mondays, 12:30-4 p.m.; Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. (ages 18+) Lower level; free; drop-in.

Backgammon/Acey-Deucey

2nd Wednesday of the month; 1-2:30 p.m.

Lower level; free; drop-in.

Community Bridge Thursdays, Lessons: 11:15 a.m.; Games: 12:30-4 p.m. (ages 18+) Call Lloyd Parker for info or to play; 970-581-3505.

Free and open to the public; drop-in.

Drop-in Cribbage Thursdays, 2-4 p.m. (ages 18+) Free and open to the public; drop-in.

Drop-in Chess Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. (all ages) Free and open to the public; drop-in.

AQUATICS Join us for Aqua Aerobics classes!

We have many options to choose from Monday through Friday. Check evrpd.com for the full schedule and description of classes including new Aqua Zumba!

Join the EVRPD Aquatics Team– Now hiring lifeguards!

Flexible schedule - Help us keep swimmers safe while they’re having fun!

For more info, call our Aquatics Manager, Pamela Bross, at 970-480-1308.

GOLF Estes Park 18-Hole Golf Course Closed for the season. Driving range is open, but range tokens must be purchased at the Lake Estes 9-Hole course.

9-Hole and Disc Golf Course: $5 Fridays now through April 10! $5 green fee for unlimited play; weather permitting.

Open 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., weather permitting, and 3-4 p.m. on nice days. $8 green fee for 9 holes, $7 for residents. $5 disc golf green fee for unlimited holes per day. Motorized carts available for disc golf or ball golf at $10 per person.

MARINA Lake Estes Marina Store and Docks: Boat rentals closed for the season.

REGISTRATION To register for these programs or for more information about the district happenings, visit evrpd.com or call 970-5868191. You can also register in person by visiting the Estes Valley Recreation Center at 660 Community Drive.

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Estes Park’s Kindness Project Welcomed Author-Adventurer Leon Logothetis

Global adventurer, author and philanthropist Leon Logothetis led three presentations in Estes Park last week to spotlight The Kindness Project, a month-long community celebration. His appearances included an evening program for the public as well as two inschool assemblies. Among the three events, 887 local residents of all ages heard a message on the power of kindness, drawn from Logothetis’s acclaimed book and Netflix series, “The Kindness Diaries.”

The Wednesday evening presentation also included a 30-minute performance

by Denver-area comedian Shed G, who had the crowd smiling and laughing throughout.

Planning for the Kindness Project began last year through the efforts of

Mayor Todd Jirsa and the Town of Estes Park. Additional partners include the Estes Valley Library, the Estes Park School District, the Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership, and participation from many local businesses and nonprofits.

Following the presentations, audience members were able to ask questions and share insights on kindness shared and received in their own lives. Logothetis signed books for attendees, which included many complimentary copies that were made available through the Library Friends & Foundation support.

To learn more about the Kindness Project in Estes Park and to view upcoming activities, visit estesvalleylibrary.org.

Hundreds Join Together For A Message Of Kindness Over two days and one night, 887 residents joined together around an idea as ancient as humanity and as innovative as a revolutionary technology.

Kindness.

Author, global adventurer and Netflix host Leon Logothetis was the special guest who gave voice to the message of kindness, and how its practice yields a bonanza of rewards.

Leon recalled his personal journey, leaving behind his London stockbroker job to embark on the first of several cross-continental journeys—challenging himself to walk from New York’s Times Square to L. A.’s Hollywood sign.

Along the way, he would leave cash behind—relying solely on the kindness of strangers. And learning to ‘pay forward’ each act of kindness.

Today, his experiences span cultures and countries, and form the framework of his autobiographical book “The Kindness Diaries.”

Leon’s evening talk, along with comedian Shed G, was the keynote event of this month’s Kindness Project, an initiative convened by Mayor Todd Jirsa and the Town of Estes Park. The library is pleased to be among supporting partners that also include the Estes Park School District, Estes Valley Restorative Justice, and several local businesses and nonprofits.

Many local students were in attendance, and many others attended one of two school assemblies. The Library Friends & Foundation made possible the sharing of hundreds of copies of “The Kindness Diaries,” which Leon personally autographed after his talks.

He summarized two lessons for every-

one to reflect upon. One: kindness is free. And two: true wealth is not within our walls but within our hearts.

Audience members challenged Leon with a bountiful list of thoughtful questions and dialogue, including a young student who named Leon as his mentor, upon which the author challenged his fan with a project to deliver acts of kindness to all his classmates.

My co-worker Diana Laughlin recalled her favorite moment at the student programs when Leon asked students to identify their favorite teacher. One student explained, "She is my favorite teacher because she really cares about us and always helps us." Leon asked all teachers to stand. Students gave them a hearty round of applause.

The Kindness Project shows us the power of collaboration and helping one another. Through the sharing of stories, we learn ways to solve problems, open pathways for learning, and build a greater sense of community. Those are goals of the library, reflecting goals the community has asked of us. We’re grateful to the many partners—and to everyone participating in this month’s activities—for making it possible.

Today (Friday), February 14, you can join friends and make new ones by joining the Walk for Kindness at 4 p.m.

We’ll begin at Performance Park, enjoying fresh air and good conversation on a River Walk stroll to the library, where hot chocolate awaits. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org — or just drop in.

The Kindness Project lasts a mere 29 days. But from last week’s response, it’s clear the positive energy of this initiative will resonate for years to come.

Attention Estes Music Instructors Several music instructors in the Estes area recently met to discuss forming a coalition of private teachers in Estes.

We envision this organization to promote our services on a website, meet regularly for social, educational, and instructional enrichment, and sponsor concerts, scholarships, etc. for our students. If you are interested in being part of this organization or would like to help establish it, please contact Margie

Patterson, (scampi12@gmail.com), or Annaka Hogelin (annaka.hogelin@gmail.com).

Additionally, the Peak to Peak Concerts will highlight the students of area music teachers in a concert on March 14th at 3 p.m. at the Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church. If you have a student you would like to have participate, please contact Margie Patterson (scampi12@gmail.com) for details.

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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library HOLIDAY CLOSURE The library will be closed all day on Monday, February 17 for Presidents’ Day. FEBRUARY: KINDNESS PROJECT Walk for Kindness

Stimulate your brain and heart for health and wellness. Two-part class led

by Nancy Bell of Life Rhythms Music Therapy. Drums provided. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

CIVIC LIFE Watch the Democrats Debate

Friday, February 14, 4-5:30 p.m., Performance Park Join a friendly neighborhood walk from Performance Park to the library.

Share conversations, spread acts of kindness, and spark conversations. Hot chocolate and refreshments await at the library. For all ages. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Book Discussion: “The Kindness Diaries” Tuesday, February 18, 6:30-8 p.m., Hondius Room Readers will discuss the story of Leon Logothetis, who leaves behind his stockbroker job to travel the globe, seeking and offering kindness. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

WORKSHOPS Selling Your Stuff Online Monday, February 24, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Hondius Room Learn how to hold an Internet yard sale, earn cash while de-cluttering, or start a home micro-business selling crafts or goods. The workshop explores Facebook, Craigslist, Amazon, eBay and Etsy. Bring your device or borrow a library laptop. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

First Time Homebuyers Wednesday, February 26, 6-7:30 p.m., Hondius Room An in-depth discussion of what firsttime homebuyers should expect, plus programs and services available locally to help purchase the home of your dreams. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Djembe Drumming for Beginners Monday, March 2 & Tuesday, March 10, 6:30-7:45 p.m.

Wednesday, February 19, 7-9 p.m., Hondius Room Nonpartisan open-house viewing open to everyone, whatever your political affiliation or leaning. Especially for those who may not have TV at home or who may enjoy watching on the big screen.

Popcorn included. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Coffee with the Parking Lady Thursday, March 5, 10 a.m.-noon, Stairwell area Bring your ideas and get questions answered by the Town of Estes Park’s Parking & Transit Manager, Vanessa Solesbee. Coffee and snacks provided. No registration necessary.

Soldiers in Petticoats: the Suffrage Movement Friday, March 6, 1-2 p.m., High School Auditorium It’s hard to imagine a time when women did not have voting rights, but it was not that long ago. Heather Pressman of the Molly Brown Museum recounts the Suffrage Movement in Colorado and the U. S. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

COLLEGE READINESS Benefits of a Community College Thursday, March 5, 5:30-7 p.m., Hondius Room Get more individual attention, enjoy smaller class sizes, save money, and earn transferrable college credits. These can be a few benefits of a two-year college.

Learn more with staff from Aims Community College. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

KIDS Game Night for Tweens & Teens Tuesday, February 18, 4-5:30 p.m.,

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Makerspace Tweens and teens are encouraged to visit the Makerspace for group gaming, with ten PC laptops featuring a selection of installed games for use on a firstcome, first-serve basis. Board and card gaming options available too, with snacks served.

Weekly Homework Helper for Tweens & Teens Thursday, February 20, 4-5:30 p.m., Wasson Room Teens and tweens are invited for assistance with homework assignments, research, and with using library resources.

Snacks provided. No registration required.

Grades K-2 Book Club: “Enemy Pie” Saturday, February 15, 2-3:30 p.m., Hondius Room Participants may pick up a complimentary copy to read beforehand. Craft activity and snacks provided. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Grades 3-5 Book Club: “Sugar” Saturday, February 22, 2-3:30 p.m., Hondius Room Participants may pick up a complimentary copy to read beforehand.

Craft activity and snacks provided.

Register at estes-

valleylibrary.org.

Storybook Explorers: “Spoon” Saturday, February 22, 11:15 to 11:45 a.m., Hondius Room This book club is for kids ages 0 to 6 and their parents and caregivers. Families will join in a thematic activity and take home a copy of the book. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Tie-Dye Socks for Kindness Month Monday, February 24, 4-5 p.m., Hondius Room For grades 3 to 5. All brightly-colored creations will be donated to Larimer County homeless shelters. Materials provided. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Meet Author Laura Resau Tuesday, March 3, 9 a.m., 10 a.m., & 1:45 p.m., Middle School Award-winning kids’ author Laura Resau writes books about journeys of magic and adventure, described as “vibrant” and “entrancing.” Homeschool families welcome.

FRIENDS & FOUNDATION Specials at Cliffhanger Used Bookstore Cliffhanger Used Books, located at 191 W. Riverside Drive, is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Celebrating Valentine’s Day, all books in the Romance category are on sale through February 16: $2 for hardbacks and $1 for paperbacks, plus tax.

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Dee Allnutt

a year. You can understand why she was eager to leave the farm and obtain further education after graduating first in her high school class. Life was not easy for the family financially, so while attending college Dee earned her board working in the dorm cafeteria. She also baby sat for only fifty cents a night.

Graduating from Western Michigan University with a degree in elementary education, Dee taught one year in Grand Rapids before moving to Minneapolis where she taught fifth grade three more years. She strived for a one on one relationship with each student and by the end of the first day of each school year she knew each child’s name and seat assignment. Dee believed in Reminiscing upon Dee’s life we are re- quality education with plenty of homework. minded of her talents, love and treasures that she has lived and has given to It was in Minneapolis, June 1954 that others. Dee would be too modest to Dee met Bill on a blind date. Six weeks write of her life which is represented by later Bill left for his Air Force assignthe “dash” between the year of her ment in Fairbanks, Alaska. Occasional birth, October 14, 1930, and today, letters and telephone calls kept the two February 5, 2020. in touch, with Bill returning to Minneapolis in May two years later to conDee Allnutt, 89 of Greeley passed tinue their courtship. On June 23, 1956 away at her home, surrounded by her they were married in Detroit and moved family on February 5, 2020. to Greeley. Dee continued teaching one Dee grew up on a small farm in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The first year at Maplewood School, before becoming a fulltime mom. four years of her education were in a A stay at home mother for Mike, Rick one room country school, to which she and Kathy, Dee allowed time for her and her twin sisters walked across community, various organizations, and fields, over fences, and through the church. She worked outside the home woods. Life growing up on a farm in northern Michigan was difficult. Rais- only at the Allnutt Family Center aring hay for the cows, with the milk be- ranging and serving refreshments, and ing sold to the local cheese factory, was interrelating with the guest at receptions following funeral services. Knowing that the source of her family’s income. The REA did not deliver electricity to their she provided a wonderful service to farm until after World War II, therefore families was her only compensation.

Dee and her sisters milked twenty cows Dee was not a bystander. She was one the old fashion – “squeeze and pull.” to give of herself. She served the comMilking occurred twice a day, 365 days munity on the Greeley Planning Com-

Sandra Jokinen Sandra Jokinen, a longtime resident of Estes Park, CO passed away on Feb 8, 2020.

Sandra was born July 27th, 1944 in Rushmere near Ipswich, Suffolk, England. In 1963 she fell in love with David, and in 1964 they were married at St. Andrews Church in Ipswich. Soon after, the happy couple moved to Alabama on orders from the U.S. Air Force. They moved to Longmont, Colorado in 1965, where they had their son, Paul. They spent many happy years in the Denver, Longmont area before making the move to Estes Park.

Sandra was a beautiful woman with a magnetic personality that drew people to her. She loved her family, her life in Colorado, England and travelling the world with Dave by her side.

Sandra is survived by her husband

Dave of Estes Park, CO. Brother Tony of England.

Sister Sheila and husband Tom of Waltonia, CO. Brother in law Tom of MN. Nephews Kurt of California and Matthew (Patty) of MN. Nieces Kimberly (Doug) of MN, Megan (Erik) of AK, and Jaclyn (Brandon) of MN. As well as many great nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her son, Paul, parents John and Florence Rawnsley, and niece Caroline. A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 14, 2020 11:00 a.m. at Allnutt Funeral Chapel in Estes Park CO. In lieu of lowers the family asks for donations to be made to the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance, in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 1302 Graves Ave. Estes Park, CO 80517.

Please visit www.allnuttestespark.com to leave a message to the family.

mission, PTA, the Assistance League, and United Way. While her children were attending Greeley Central High School she co-chaired a successful fund raising effort, the proceeds being used to remodel the high school. Dee taught Sunday school for many years, also serving as the first woman moderator at First Congregational Church. She was dedicated to WTK and PEO, serving both organizations as president, each for two years.

Dee did not have hobbies but decided to take knitting lessons, making elaborate ski sweaters for the kids and Bill, and afghans that she gave to extended family. Then as quickly as knitting began, it ceased, and she gave the needles away and began other challenges. She was skilled in painting and wallpapering the rooms of her homes.

She enjoyed Bridge and luncheon clubs for over 60 years. Sports, both observing as well as participating, were a passion.

She was a black diamond skier and very competitive in tennis.

A frequent request was for Dee to prepare meals for groups and family. Many associations, friends and family were the beneficiaries of her culinary skills, for which she was widely known. Her cookbooks numbered over sixty. Her cookbooks are well worn and are held together by duct tape and staples.

If anything was important to Dee, it was her family. Her three children and nine grandchildrens’ school and sporting activities were followed closely. Her dogs, Skipper, Bud, Rusty, Boone, Buffy, Paddy and Max were her constant companions. A friend once said that when he was reincarnated he wanted to come back as Dee’s dog.

In addition to her children and grandchildren Dee and Bill hosted more than

twenty foreign exchange high school students from many countries all over the world. Dee continued corresponding with them, remembering each of them on their birthdays and holidays.

Dee and Bill visited many in their home countries and many of them returned to Greeley with their families to visit with Dee and Bill.

On Dee’s 80th birthday a friend wrote in a birthday card, “You brighten the lives of so many people, if we lit a birthday candle, not for every year, but for every kind word you’ve spoken, every caring deed you’ve done, every life you’ve touched, the room would be filled with a radiant glow.” And on her 85th birthday another wrote, “You are definitely the most giving person in Greeley. Your kind deeds and smiling encouragement means so much to so many people.”

Dee is survived by her husband of 63 years, Bill; her children Mike (Windi), Rick (Susan) and Kathy Roche; as well as nine grandchildren, 13 nieces and nephews and their families.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Daniel and Philippine MacDonald; and her sisters, Elaine Giebel and Loraine Perkins; and her son-in-law, Pat Roche.

A visitation was held from 4-7:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 9, 2020 at Allnutt Funeral Service, Macy Chapel, 6521 W. 20th Street, Greeley, CO. Services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 10, 2020 at the First Congregational Church, 2101 16th Street, Greeley, with a reception that followed. Interment at Linn Grove Cemetery.

Please visit www.allnuttgreeley.com to send condolences to the family.

Estes Fly Tyers Group

The Estes Fly Tyers group meets at the Estes Valley Library in the Makerspace Room on the second floor. Meetings take place the first Tuesday of each month, from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 3 Tuesday, April 7 Tuesday, May 5

What to bring: your own vise, tools and materials The idea of the group is to get together and tie flies, share ideas and techniques. You tie the flies you want, restock your box and find out what is working in the Estes area. All skill levels are welcome, if you are not a fly tyer, you are welcome to come and observe. No fees, its free!

Questions, please contact Frank Drummond at 303-810-4538 or email frank@brushcreekcane.com or Susan Underwood at underwoodsusan54@gmail.com

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Dave McGoldrick David T. (Dave) McGoldrick died on February 11, 2020 at his home in Broomfield, Colorado after a brief illness. He was 87.

Dave is survived by his wife of 63 years, Nancy C. McGoldrick, seven children; Anne (Scott) Beard, Kathleen (Magell) Candelaria, Colleen (Paul) Weaverling, David (Cathy), Teresa (Marc) Buttler, Michael (Kate), Irene (Mike Hogan), 17 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and 1 brother.

Born in 1932, the son of William and Margaret McGoldrick, he grew up on the family dairy farm on the Sherman/Gaylordsville border in western Connecticut.

He attended the Gaylordsville one-room schoolhouse for five years, graduated from the Sherman Consolidated school in 1945 and New Milford High School in 1949. Dave graduated from The College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, Massachusetts, in 1954 and earned a Master’s Degree from Niagara University, Niagara Falls, New York, in 1955.

Dave spent two years with the Berlin & Jones Envelope Mfg. Co. in New York City before joining the General Electric Co. in Bridgeport, Connecticut, in 1957.

He rose through the ranks in sales and marketing, serving in both the domestic and international arena for GE. In 1972 Dave joined the Samsonite Corporation in Denver, Colorado, as V.P. of Marketing for the Toy Division (LEGO) and subsequently was the President of both Samsonite Furniture and Samsonite Luggage.

In 1983 he joined the Sunbeam Corporation in Chicago, Illinois, and over the

next seven years served as the President of Northern Electric, Sunbeam Appliance, and Oster Manufacturing. He retired in 1991.

In retirement Dave was a Principal of Bottom Line Logistics in Denver. As a volunteer he led walking trips to the British Isles for Walking the World in Ft. Collins, was a Board Member of Bonfils Blood Center in Denver, the Lt. Governor of the Kiwanis Clubs in Larimer County, and President of the United Way Board of Directors in Loveland, Berthoud, and Estes Park. He served his Alma Mater as a Class Agent, member of the Alumni Association Senate, and secretary of the Holy Cross Club of Colorado. He was a lector, extraordinary minister, and chair of various committees in Catholic parishes in Denver, Loveland, and Wauwatosa, WI. Dave’s greatest joy in retirement was in the numerous family gatherings and reunions over the past 30 years. A lifelong baseball fan, he was also dedicated to travel, hiking, tending to his garden, lawn, and trees while staying in touch with the many friends and associates he had met along the way.

A celebration of life will be held Sunday, February 16th, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the Anthem Ranch Lodge, 16151 Lowell Blvd., in Broomfield, Colorado. A funeral mass will be celebrated at a later date at St. Francis Xavier Church in New Milford, Connecticut. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The College of the Holy Cross, 1 College St., Worcester, MA, 01610, or any charity of your choosing, and please, get out and vote!

INVITATION TO BID

The Town of Estes Park is accepting sealed bids for

Estes Park Water Division Offices and Shop Renovation and Relocation located at 1360 Brook Drive, Estes Park

Sealed Bids will be received until Monday, March 23, 2020 at 2:00 PM MDT for the complete accomplishment of an 8,098 square foot interior and exterior remodel of an existing building including site work. Sealed Bids will be opened and read aloud at the above stated time in Room 203 of the Estes Park Town Hall at 170 MacGregor Ave.

A Mandatory Pre-Bid Site Inspection will be held at the Job-site at 1:00 PM MST on Tuesday, February 18, 2020. Only those General Contractors represented at this meeting will be eligible to submit bids.

Complete sets of bid documents including drawings and instructions are available from Interstice Architectural Studio, LLC. Documents may be downloaded electronically at…

www.intersticearch.com/estes-parkwater-division/ or for a $250.00 nonrefundable fee plus shipping costs from the offices of the Architect. Contact Robin Calvin at (970) 420-8265.

The Project will be performed under a single General Contract.

The Town of Estes Park reserves the right to cancel this Invitation to Bid; reject any Bid, in whole or in part; to adjust the quantity of Work to be done as mandated by budgetary requirements; and to waive informalities or irregularities in the Bids received; when it is in the Town's best interest to do so.

Important Choices To Make In Upcoming ElectionBe Informed With the coming of the Spring election on April 7th, the voters are expecting from each candidate the highest standards of transparency and ethical behavior, honesty, and willingness to publicly discuss and disclose their positions on the significant issues facing our Town… we expect this from each candidate.

All candidates should be transparent and willing to disclose any personal business interests or business holdings within their family. If issues come before the Town Trustees where an individual trustee has a personal conflict of interest, then ethically that Trustee should recuse

himself or herself and notify the other Trustees and Mayor…we expect this from each candidate.

Honesty in serving the public strengthens the trust between the elected officials and the voters they represent…we expect this from each candidate.

We are very encouraged that two of the announced candidates have publicly stated their intention to abide by these principles…we expect this from each candidate.

The Town of Estes Park is at a critical juncture facing many important issues.

The candidates must be willing to pub-

licly disclose their positions on vital issues… for instance, land use issues; the expiring Intergovernmental agreement (IGA) between the Town and the County and light commercial use in residential zones…we expect this from each candidate.

The voters have important choices to make in the upcoming election. I highly encourage all voters to be engaged by participating in candidate forums and writing letters to the editor in order to be *If you notice that an elderly person, better informed about each candidate especially one alone who has been diagand the position they represent. nosed with dementia, is suddenly being Scott Schneider isolated from friends *If you are aware that the power of attorney has suddenly been changed *If someone is paying an extra amount of time - "grooming" that person tions to affordable housing and childcare expansion for our citizens. We need these *If the executor of the will has been qualities on the Board of Trustees. Please changed give Barbara MacAlpine your vote on ASK QUESTIONS! Even if you are reApril 7th! buffed by your elderly friend Sincerely, *Call Senior Adult Protective Services IMMEDIATELY! Lisa Hutchins

Supports Barbara MacAlpine For Trustee To The Editor: Even a small community like Estes Park must be concerned about sustainability in the face of climate change, particularly with the effects already seen in Rocky Mountain National Park. That’s why I support Barbara MacAlpine for town trustee. She’s extremely knowl-

edgeable and committed to the issue.

She would approach the Comprehensive Plan with an eye to preserving quality of life and protecting wildlife in the Estes Valley. Barbara is a caring, generous and compassionate person who’s willing to listen. She’s not just about business and “the bottom line,” but is seeking solu-

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Rams Horn Village Resort has year round full time and part time positions available in our Guest Services/Housekeeping Department: Competitive pay based on experience, plus benefits package for full time employees. Great working environment in Estes Park’s only Gold Crown Resort. Our business stays busy year round and 40 hours per week are available through the winter. We are looking for energetic, dependable people who are able to perform physical labor and who have strong customer service skills. Fridays and Saturdays are required. Fill out an application at Rams Horn Village Resort, 1565 Colo. Hwy 66. EEOE

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LEGAL NOTICES CALL FOR NOMINATIONS (NOTICE BY PUBLICATION) TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and, particularly, to the electors of the Park Hospital District of Larimer County, Colorado.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on May 5, 2020, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, three (3) directors will be elected, who will each serve a three-year (3) term. Eligible electors of the Park Hospital District interested in serving on the Board of Directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form at Estes Park Health, 555 Prospect Ave., Estes Park, Colorado, Administration offices, or from the District Designated Election Official (DEO); Sarah Shepherd, District Designated Election Official (DEO) Mailing address: P.O. Box 359, Littleton, Colorado 80160 Telephone:303-482-1002; Email: sees@ccrider.us The Office of the Designated Election Official is open on the following days: Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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If the DEO determines that a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form is not sufficient, the eligible elector who submitted the form may amend the form once, at any time, prior to 4:00 p.m. on Friday, February 28, 2020, the deadline for submission of a signed and witnessed Self-Nomination and Acceptance form.

Affidavit of Intent To Be A Write-in-Candidate forms must be submitted to the office of the Designated Election Official by the close of business on Monday, March 2, 2020 (the sixtyfourth day before the election).

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The Town of Estes Park is accepting applications for: Administrative Assistant I Limited Term

Close Date: Open until filled Emergency Services Dispatcher Close Date: Open until filled Equipment Operator Close Date: Open until filled

PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND HEARING TO CONSIDER NEW CLASSIFICATION IN RATES FOR 2021

Journey Lineworker Close Date: Open until filled

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 32-1-1001(2)(a), C.R.S., to the customers of the Upper Thompson Sanitation District, and particularly those owning properties classified by the Town of Estes Park as short term rental units, that the Board of Directors of the Upper Thompson Sanitation District will consider amending its Rules and Regulations to add a new classification of customer and will discuss the District’s wastewater service rate for such proposed short term rental classification to become effective January 1, 2021, at an open public meeting to be held at 4:00 p.m. on March 17, 2020, and again on April 21, 2020, in the District office located at 2196 Mall Road in Estes Park.

Planner I Close Date: Open until filled with First review February 10, 2020 Planning Technician Close Date: Open until filled Seasonal Position Community Service Officer Police Department

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After your application has been completed, please call our hiring manager Ann at 970.586.4447.

PARK HOSPITAL DISTRICT Sarah E. Shepherd, Designated Election Official

Fiber Technician Close Date: February 28, 2020

Mechanic II/III Close Date: Open Until Filled First review February 14, 2020

We’re gearing up for end of summer and the fall season and hiring for the following positions starting at $13.80/hr.: • Checker • Courtesy Clerk • Day-Stocker • Overnight Stocker • Bakery Clerk • Deli Clerk • Produce Clerk • Seafood Clerk • Cake Decorator • Meat Cutter

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that requests for an application for an absentee voter's ballot may be made orally or in writing with the designated election official no later than the close of business on Tuesday, April 28, 2020, at the address and telephone number listed above between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Close Date: March 9, 2020 Volunteer/Committee Board Positions Estes Park Board of Appeals Plumbing Experience

Close Date: Open until Filled Parks Advisory Board Close Date: Open until filled (Committee application required) Applications are available at: Town Hall 170 MacGregor Ave. Room 130 (Mon-Fri 8 am – 5 pm) or www.estes.org/ jobs Return Application to: Town of Estes Park, Attn: HR; by mail to PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517; or via Email to HR@Estes.org or via Fax to (970) 577-4770.

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

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that any customer or other interested person may appear at said time and place for the purpose of providing input, comments or objections regarding any proposed increase or change in customer rate classification. Information regarding any proposed increase may be obtained from the District office located at 2196 Mall Road in Estes Park, telephone number (970)586-4544, Monday through Friday during normal business hours.

Dated this 7th day of February, 2020.

UPPER THOMPSON SANITATION DISTRICT By: /s/ Suzanne Jurgens Secretary to the Board Upper Thompson Sanitation District (UTSD) prohibits discrimination against its customers, employees, and applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity or gender expression, religion, political beliefs, marital status, familial or parental status, or sexual orientation in employment or in any program or activity conducted by the District. The District will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities. If any person has a disability and requires a reasonable accommodation to fully participate in this event, please contact District Manager, Mr. Chris Bieker, three days before the event via email at chris@utsd.org, or telephone at 970.586.4544, or dial 711 to connect with Relay Colorado.

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Class A Office 2014 Construction, Full Service, Furnished or Unfurnished offices in Downtown location, Near Town Hall. $450 to $550 per month. All internet options including Fiber available. Includes Conference Long term rental: 3 bed- Room, Handicap rooms, 2.5 bath, Restrooms, Copy and Washer/Dryer, 2 car Scanning Facility, Coffee garage, $2400/month Room.

NS/NP. Only related family Call Thom at Verus members. Park River Commercial, Inc. Place. 970-222-9794 970-586-2448

Condos

2 BD, 1 BA, Garage, W/D, 1 yr. lease. Updated kitchen. N/S, N/P, $1400/mo plus utilities.

970-324-7692.

Apartments Available March 1: Furnished 1 Bedroom with kitchenette, fireplace and balcony. Respectful Community, NP/NS/ND. 1year lease. $1,200 all inclusive. For Interview: ossestes@gmail.com.

Commercial Rentals COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE High Quality Finishes.

Private Setting Located On River. Reasonable Rates.

6 Offices Available. Call Bret Freedman 970-215-2494

SERVICES

REAL ESTATE

INSTRUCTION

SALES

Piano Tuning

Commercial

Misc.

Estate Sales

Susan Novy, local piano tuner. Call for appt.

577-1755 www.estesparkpiano tuner.com

Other-Misc

Commercial Spaces for sale and lease.

Call Eric.

Anderson Realty.

586-2950

Short Term Furnished Efficiency, $675/month Includes Utilities & Cable N/S, N/P, Call Todd @ 970-586-8141

Wants To Rent Single, Christian, mature woman seeks to housesit/sublet home/condo/room August/Sept.

P3ace2u@att.net

ESTATE/GARAGE SALE; Need to have one, but seems overwhelming.

We do the work, you make the $. Local, Affordable, References. CALL NOW 970-215-5548 Zen Button Zentangle Class February 22 12:30pm-4:00pm in Estes Park $75 (all supplies included and snacks too!)

Register at Botangle.net or call 720-841-6296

Need Help Around The House? I do household chores, yard work, housekeeping, run errands, auto detailing & yes... I do windows! I am a long time resident having now lived in Estes Park for 38 yrs!

Plenty of references!

Call Janice at 970-215-6612.

Let me help you!

TRANSPORTATION Cars 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 112,000 miles, All Wheel Drive, new tires, new brakes, ex. conditions. $4000. Call 970-586-2652

Photo by Lisa Gonzales

PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER ACUPUNCTURE

APPLIANCE REPAIR

ARCHITECTURE

LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED 970-586-2557 snydersappliance.com ACCOUNTING Tax Minimization

QuickBooks Support

CLOUD@CCOUNTING

MuellerPyeCPA.com

970.667.1070

ATTORNEYS

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ATTORNEYS cont.

COMPUTER SERVICES

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ELECTRICIAN cont.

CARPET CLEANING ENGINEERING

CHIMNEY SWEEP

FLOORING

CLEANING SERVICES DECK BUILDING/REPAIR

TIM STOLZ

Owner

DRYWALL CONTRACTOR

CLEANING SERVICES cont.

ELECTRICIAN

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

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GENERAL CONTRACTOR cont.

HANDYMAN SERVICES

HOT TUBS & POOL SERVICES

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

Charles Santagati 1191 Graves Ave glaciercreekinc.com Full service general contracting since 1998

INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICE CELEBRATING

25 YEARS 1993-2018

Design | Build | Remodel

General Contractors | Timber Frame & Log Homes

LINEN SUPPLY -LAUNDRY SERVICE

Serving the Colorado Northwest Mountains since 1993

970-586-7711 | www.ldwatkins.com

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720.438.1088 jharris@sevenwest.build

OPTOMETRIST

• EXCAVATION AND SEPTIC INSTALLS • INTERIOR TRIM • STRUCTURAL FRAMING • COMPLETE HOME RENOVATIONS • WE PROVIDE SUB-CONTRACTING SERVICES TO GENERAL CONTRACTORS Licensed and insured. NAWT certified, Boulder County Public Health license number A-082-16. General Contractor License Number CON-16-0212

PAINTING

Call us for all of your painting or staining needs!

• Residential/Commercial • Log Homes/Decks • Free Estimates • 4 Year Warranty

GLASS - NEW / REPLACEMENT HEARING & TINNITUS CARE Cory D. Workman, Au.D. Phone: 970-586-5255 • Hearing Aids / New & Repair • Hearing Evaluations • Hearing Protection • Ear Care / Wax Removal • Dizziness / Balance

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

• Interior/Exterior • Power Washing • Local References • Licensed & Insured

Tim Stolz, Owner • 970-518-4001• 26 Years Experience e-mail: testolz@hotmail.com • www.bestway-painting.com

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PAINTING cont.

PLUMBING AND HEATING

POWER GENERATION

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ROOFING

TREE SERVICE

PRINTING

Property Pruners Full Tree Service, Landscaping and Fire Mitigation.

Snow Removal and Yard Cleaning

PROPANE PASSPORT PHOTOGRAPHY

343 S. St. Vrain Ave. #6 Estes Park, CO 80517 Steven@EPPruners.com Office: (970) 966-5113 propertypruners.com

Licensed & Insured

WEIGHT LOSS

WINDOW CLEANING REAL ESTATE PEST CONTROL

RENTAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

PHYSICAL THERAPY

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SE EP AG E3 4

800 MacGregor Ave ~ H4

1090 Pine Knoll Dr

$995,000

2800 Eagle Cliff Ln

$779,500 667 Cedar Ridge Cir

2341 Hondius Way

$469,500 117 Wiest Dr ~ Commercial

$949,000 1010 S Saint Vrain Ave ~ E2

$195,000 Hummingbird Dr Lot

$599,000 1830 Stonegate Dr Lot

$234,500 175 Curry Dr Lot

$98,700

$595,000

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$109,000

Call us to use our FREE Moving Truck.

$369,000