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When winter smacks you right in the face.

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Police Department Seeks Community Input As It Recruits For Captain Position

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Special Study Session March 1 The Estes Park Town Board will hold a special study session March 1 at 5 p.m. to discuss the recent short-term vacation rental fee study and next steps, as well as its childcare funding policy. The agenda with meeting details will be posted Feb. 23, and all meeting materials posted Feb. 25, at www.estes.org/boardsandmeetings.

The Town of Estes Park is conducting a nationwide search for a Police Captain at the Estes Park Police Department. The Town and the Police Department value the strong relationship with the community, and are therefore seeking public feedback as it prepares to begin this important recruitment process. Public listening sessions are scheduled for March 1 to collect valuable insight on the qualities, character traits and essential skills the Police Captain should possess in order to be a successful member of the community and the Police Department team.

The Town has engaged the services of Kimberly A. Miller and Associates, LLC, to conduct the recruitment process.The public is encouraged to join an open discussion with Dr. Miller on March 1 from 9-10 a.m. or 2-3 p.m. in person in the Town Board room at Town Hall or via Zoom at us06web.zoom.us/j/83737684965. No pre-registration is required. For those who cannot attend but would like to engage, an online questionnaire is available at tinyurl.com/Estes-Park-CaptainQualities through March 4.

The Town Police Department’s command structure consists of the Chief of Police, a Captain of Operations and a Captain of Support Services. The two Captains rotate between two divisions.

One Captain leads the Support Services division including restorative justice, records, investigations, auxiliary and emergency communications services.

The other captain leads the Operations Division and the police response within the Town of Estes Park, which includes responding to emergency and non-emergency calls for service, proactive policing to prevent criminal activity, investigating crimes, and the safe flow of pedestrian and vehicle traffic through enforcement of traffic laws.

Dr. Miller is a licensed police and public safety psychologist with 18 years of experience providing training, coaching and consulting services both nationally and internationally. Her background in the public safety sector will assist the Town in identifying the best candidate for the position. Her specializations are leadership, ethics, bias and diversity, conflict resolution and communication, culture change, change management, strategic and succession planning, wellness and resiliency, hiring and promoting.

The vacant Captain position will be posted for candidates to review by approximately March 14 at www.estes.org/jobs. The Town expects to complete the hiring process by summer of 2022.

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A Great Time To Join The Chamber This year the Chamber is inviting a different member to each monthly board meeting to talk about the value of their Chamber membership. Breeyan Edwards is a Founding Member of the Chamber with First Colorado Realty.

When we created a new membership structure that allowed members to choose the level of their membership based on the level of their alliance with our team, Breeyan chose to upgrade her membership to the Longs Peak Level.

"I decided to put my money where my mouth is," Edwards told the Estes Chamber Board when they asked why she upgraded her membership. This year after she purchased her brokerage, she wanted to create a strong footprint for her business. Getting involved at the Longs Peak membership levels gives her access to a council of seasoned business owners who will be meeting this year for a quar-

terly VIP business breakfast. She also gets greater visibility on our web site and in our newsletters, in addition to other benefits like free event tickets.

Breeyan's family also owns several other businesses in town that have joined the Chamber, including National Park Village Laundracenter, Rocky Mountain National Park Fuel Station and Spur 66 Liquor. This is a good time to point out that anyone who owns more than one business can add the additional business at 50% of the membership fee.

Speaking of members, I'd like to take a minute to acknowledge all our Longs Peak Members for 2022. It's been a great year so far and we look forward to your success. If you are inspired to join us in building a better place to live, work and play, we encourage you to apply at esteschamber.org/membership-benefits/.

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

During the week of February 13, the

Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) responded to seven calls for service. This included: • Emergency medical (assist EPH): 1 • MVC: 4 • Alarm Activation: 2

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

On February 20 at 3:21 a.m. police contacted a 27 year old male driver from Estes Park at Hillside Lane and Big Thompson Ave. for failing to stay in a single lane. Upon contact it was suspected that the driver was under the influence of alcohol and he performed roadside maneuvers in a manner that was consistent with someone intoxicated by alcohol. The male was charged and later released on a

summons for DUI and for failure to stay in a single lane.

On February 21 at 4:31 p.m. police were called to 451 E. Wonderview Ave. when it was reported that someone was seen carrying out a basket of groceries from Safeway and unloading them into their car after failing to pay for them. The investigation determined through video that the suspect was a 48 year old Estes Park male who was issued a summons for theft and trespass.

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Grader cuts through snow drifts caused by high winds at Mary's Lake.

Snow Crew Clears The Way Although Estes Park is entering its snowiest time of the year, most of us, Snow crew clears snow from a street in thanks to the dedicated efforts of Town’s an Estes Park neighborhood.

Snow Crew, can be confident roads and streets here remain passable. And most personnel spend between 600 to 1600 mornings—even the ones after a big hours removing snow per year. Snow redump of snow—we can get out and moval materials—snow plow blades, about to do our business on the by-ways salt/sand and the shared rental cost of the Snow Crew clear. the sand storage in a building owned by So far this season, the Snow Crew has Larimer County—cost around $59,000. cleared local roads and streets ten times.

For 2021, the total cost for snow reEach time, Town dispatch pages crew moval here was $154,778. According to members at 3:00 a.m. After firing up Street Supervisor Justin Kearney that’s equipment, members first work to open approximately $29.00 for each parcel of up emergency routes and school zones. land in Estes Park, or $26.00 for every Then go clear snow from the streets in resident ($154,778 divided by 5904 resiresidential areas. dents per the 2020 census).

In Estes Park, it takes 12 snow plow opAs the above facts and figures make erators roughly five hours to get the 59 clear, the Town is committed to protectmiles of roads, 12.5 miles of sidewalks, ing the safety and mobility of its towns16.4 miles of trails and 15 parking lots people. That commitment includes the cleared for use. Should a need arise, an highly efficient removal of snow in a additional five operators stand ready to timely manner that enables you and me serve as substitute operators. to go about our daily lives uninterAnnually, the program delivery (perrupted. That’s why, at night, as the snow sonnel and materials) cost for removal of falls outside, I can sleep soundly because snow by the Town ranges from $70,000 I know about this tangible benefit of livto $185,000. Depending on snow fall, ing here. I hope you sleep well too.

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organization was When COVID and its needed. We responded associated shutdowns arwith a taskforce that rived in our community, brought many voices to I (along with my the table, from several coworkers at the time) groups within the comimmediately needed to munity. That taskforce pivot. We began thinking ultimately led to the creatively and innovasuccessful creation of tively about three main the Estes Chamber of issues: caring for our Commerce. Serving on people, protecting our the founding board of business, and continuing the Estes Chamber for to serve our community.

First, we made a com- Kirby Nelson-Hazelton the following three years was my commitmitment to the people ment to this improvement. with whom we worked. It was our reAs trustee, I would bring my experience sponsibility to protect their health and well being. We kept people employed, en- in business, nonprofits, leadership, and community organizing to our local govgaged, and collaborating on solutions. ernment.

I have served on the Town of Next, we adjusted our infrastructure.

Estes Park Parks Advisory Board, Estes We changed our physical space to acPark Nonprofit Resource Board (and as commodate this new way of doing busipreviously mentioned, Estes Chamber of ness while keeping our culture intact.

Commerce and Estes Valley Partners for The “new norm,” whether we liked it or Commerce boards), and I have worked not, was here to stay for an undeterin tourism and small business. mined time. We worked with what we had, adjusting and redeveloping our plan I understand the challenges we face as well as the work that has already been for what would be successful.

And, equally important, was serving the done to address our long-time issues like workforce/affordable/attainable housing, community. We created conditions and opportunities that kept our spirits up and accessible childcare, preservation and sustainability, business retention and exour patrons connected. We even partpansion, and more. Most importantly, I nered with Estes Park Nonprofit Revalue the input, ideas, engagement, and source Center to host a safe event, and raised funds were distributed to area or- efforts from our passionate, knowledgeganizations in need via the Nonprofit Re- able community. How can we collectively and adequately plan for the future by adlief Fund. Community and connection dressing these issues and maintaining a mattered even more during this time.

When a problem is presented, its reality forward-thinking perspective?

My commitment is to take care of our needs to be confronted and solutions people, protect what makes us Estes, and sought. Taking action to “make it work” prioritize the needs of our community by is necessary even if the situation has manot only seeing them with new eyes, but jor challenges. For example, my time on tackling these issues with implementable, the Estes Valley Partners for Commerce feasible solutions. board showed us that a unified business

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Fat Tuesday: Gumbo Cook Off - PRIZES!!! (pre-register to compete at epal@esteslegion.org) Wednesday: Pickin’ Chicken Thursday: Mexican Fiesta Friday: Prime Rib Saturday: Salmon Special **Join us for Dine Around on Thursdays in March**

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Friday: The Tree of Us live music Fat Tuesday: Mountain Mardi Gras! *Cajun music, dancing, costume contest, prizes (5-10pm)* Wednesday: Trivia N’ Tunes (5pm music, 6pm games) Saturday: Karaoke (6:30pm)

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Get Ready To Vote In The Estes Park Municipal Election April 5, 2022 The Town of Estes Park will hold its next regular Municipal Election on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 as a mail ballot-only election. Ballots will be mailed to all active voters who live within Town limits the week of March 14, 2022. For information on the candidates, ballot questions, who can vote, a town boundary map, and how to register or update your registration go to https://estespark.colorado.gov/elections.

Be sure you are registered to vote with the correct address by visiting www.govotecolorado.com so that the correct ballot is mailed to you. (Ballots cannot be forwarded.) The deadline to add or correct your registration to receive a mailed ballot is March 14th at the latest. Eligible voters can obtain replacement ballots at Town Hall through the Town Clerk's office throughout the election and vote in the Town Hall if they choose.

Candidate Forum March 10

Submit your questions The League of Women Voters of Estes Park is sponsoring a Board of Trustees Candidate Forum on Thursday March 10th from 7-9 p.m. in a virtual format.

The forum is open to the public, and registration is not required. The League is now soliciting questions ahead of the Forum. Questions will be screened and edited by League members for duplication, tone, and relevance to the broader audience and as many questions as possible will be addressed to the candidates.

Please send your questions to voterservice@lwv-estespark.org by the deadline of Friday, February 25th. Watch for links to the virtual forum closer to March 10th.

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan education and advocacy organization, neither supporting nor opposing individual candidates or political parties at any level of government. www.lwv-estespark.org

Prepárese para votar en las Elecciones Municipales de Estes Park el 5 de abril de 2022 El Pueblo de Estes Park llevará a cabo su próxima Elección Municipal regular el Martes 5 de Abril de 2022 como una elección de votación por correo únicamente. Las boletas se enviarán por correo a todos los votantes activos que vivan dentro de los límites de la ciudad la semana del 14 de Marzo de 2022. Para obtener información sobre los candidatos, las preguntas de la boleta, quién puede votar, un mapa de los límites de la ciudad y cómo registrarse o actualizar su registro, visite https ://estespark.colorado.gov/elections.

Asegúrese de estar registrado para votar con la dirección correcta visitando www.govotecolorado.com para que se le envíe por correo la boleta correcta. (Las boletas no se pueden reenviar). La fecha límite para agregar o corregir su registro para recibir una boleta por correo es el 14 de Marzo a más tardar. Los votantes elegibles pueden obtener boletas de reemplazo en el Ayuntamiento a través de la oficina del secretario municipal durante la elección y votar en el Ayun-

tamiento si así lo desean.

Foro de Candidatos 10 de marzo Envíe Sus Preguntas La Liga de Mujeres Votantes de Estes Park está patrocinando un Foro de Candidatos al Consejo de Fideicomisarios el jueves 10 de Marzo de 7 a 9 pm. en formato virtual. El foro está abierto al público y no es necesario registrarse. La Liga ahora está solicitando preguntas antes del Foro. Los miembros de la Liga examinarán y editarán las preguntas para verificar su duplicación, tono y relevancia para una audiencia más amplia, y se dirigirán a los candidatos tantas preguntas como sea posible. Envíe sus preguntas a voterservice@lwv-estespark.org antes de la fecha límite del viernes 25 de febrero. Esté atento a los enlaces del foro virtual del 10 de Marzo.

La Liga de Mujeres Votantes es una organización de defensa y educación no partidista, que no apoya ni se opone a candidatos individuales o partidos políticos en ningún nivel de gobierno. www.lwv-estespark.org

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Village Thrift Shop Grant Applications Grant applications for 2022 from the Village Thrift Shop (VTS) are now available for charitable organizations providing services to the Estes Valley community. Non-profits determined by the Internal Revenue Service to operate as a 501(c)(3) and registered in good standing with the Colorado Secretary of State are encouraged to complete and submit a request to the Village Thrift Shop for funding by March 31, 2022. After review by the VTS Board of Directors, funding will be distributed in early May. Grant applications and guidelines are posted for download at the VTS website, www.epvillagethrift.org/grant-application. Alternatively, copies will be available for pickup Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Village Thrift Shop located at 1138 Manford Avenue in Estes Park. The completed application package should be re-

turned via mail, e-mail or hand delivered by the end of March.

The Village Thrift Shop is a non-profit corporation that generates revenue through the resale of donated goods.

Generous donors, considerate business partners, a dedicated all-volunteer staff, and loyal patrons support VTS profit sharing. Over the past five years, nearly $700,000 has been distributed to qualified nonprofits providing critical services in the Estes Valley.

The Village Thrift Shop reopened nearly 10 months ago after a yearlong COVID closure. Since then, staff have freely given over 5,500 hours of their time in order to process a bounty of donated, sellable goods subsequently purchased by customers from near and far.

It is now time for another round of payoff and payout and the Estes community is and will be better for it.

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Estes Park Special Olympics is starting up once again. Organizers will be hosting bowling fun on Wednesdays starting February 23 from 3:30-5:00 p.m. at Chipper’s Lanes. All ages are welcome to participate. Cost is $5 for the first game including shoes and $3.85 for each additional game.

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

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Estes Park Duck Race Seeks Sponsors Sponsors are needed to support the 2022 Estes Park Duck Race Festival. Their incredible generosity helps to ensure that the majority of every duck adoption goes to the participating organization selected by duck adopters.

Sponsor donations are tax-deductible as permitted by law and help make the Duck Race the largest single fundraiser in the Estes Valley for many of the participating charitable and non-profit organizations.

Sixty-six organizations will share in the proceeds from duck adoptions for the 2022 Duck Race.

“It’s a joy to help so many local nonprofit and charitable organizations, many of whom rely on the funds they get from the Duck Race to meet their budget needs each year,” said Scott Thompson, 2022 Duck Race Sponsorship Chair. “Support from our sponsors is the life blood of the Duck Race and makes this all possible.”

This year there are three levels of sponsorship: Major, Associate, and a new level: Named Sponsor. Donations for Major and Associate levels of sponsorship may be in cash or in kind.

- Major Sponsors donate $500 or greater.

In return, in the weeks leading up to the Race, a Major Sponsor’s logo is listed weekly in the Estes Park News, displayed on the Duck Race posters that are distributed all over town, posted on the Duck Race Facebook page that can be shared to the Major Sponsor’s own page, and displayed on the Duck Race website where

thousands of fans purchase their tickets.

Major sponsors also each receive a large personalized “Sponsor Duck” to display at their place of business, and on Race Day each Major Sponsor duck will swim across the finish line at Riverside Plaza and will be on display, their name will be announced over the PA system as their Sponsor Duck crosses the finish line, a short video of each Major Sponsor with their Sponsor Duck will be created, which will be posted on the Duck Race Facebook page and Major Sponsors can register to have a table and two chairs at Riverside Plaza, without charge, to promote their business during the first half of Race Day festivities.

- Associate Sponsors donate $100 $499. In return, Associate Sponsors’ names will be listed weekly in the Estes Park News in the weeks leading up to the Duck Race and their name will be listed

on the Duck Race posters that are distributed all over town, on the Duck Race Facebook page, which can be shared with their own page, and on the Duck Race website.

- Named Sponsor.

This year we have one Named Sponsor of the Estes Park Duck Race Festival. The Named Sponsor donates $5,000 and receives all of the benefits of being a Major Sponsor plus additional benefits that include commercials aired on the Rocky Mountain Channel. Watch for an announcement to find out who is the Named Sponsor for the 2022 Duck Race!

The 34th Annual Estes Park Duck Race Festival will be an in-person event, with the ducks once again racing down Fall River, on Saturday, May 7, 2022. This year’s Festival will feature live music, entertainment and activities for adults and children, drawing crowds to Estes Park from all over Colorado and beyond to enjoy the day. With the ducks back in the water, sponsors will help make the day extra special. “We couldn’t hold the Duck Race without the support from all of our

sponsors,” said Thompson.

The annual Rotary Duck Race Festival in Estes Park is one of the oldest duck races in the United States. Over the past 33 years, the Rotary Duck Race Festival has impressively returned nearly $3 million to the non-profit and charitable organizations who have participated in selling duck adoptions. This year’s 66 participating organizations deeply appreciate the support of the sponsors, who make it possible to help them carry out their mission to make the Estes Valley a better place to live.

For every duck adopted online for $22, the charity selected on the online adoption form will receive $19. Part of the balance will go to pay the online platform provider’s fees and the rest will be retained by the Rotary Club of Estes Park to offset operational costs of the next year’s Duck Race Festival.

To be a Duck Race sponsor and have your information on all printed materials, sponsorship commitments must be received no later than Tuesday, March 15, 2022. To obtain a Sponsor Invoice form, or for questions, contact Scott Thompson at Sponsors@EPDuckRace.org or 970590-9941.

The Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Festival is held annually on the first Saturday in May. The Annual Duck Race continues a tradition started in 1989, which has returned nearly $3 million to local Estes Park charities and groups. 2022 marks the 34th annual Duck Race.

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Give me nothing to talk about and I’ll bloviate. It’s nothing, really. For example, last week I managed to use up a whole column pontificating about perforations.

To my surprise, my much ado about nothing resonated with several readers.

Here is what others had to say about nothing…and more. [My comments are in brackets.]

Mark K. reminded me of a particularly delightful perforation: “The best perforations still around are those subscription cards in magazines! I get a kick out of tearing those apart since the card stock is heavy and makes that satisfying riiiip!” [I agree with Mark. The first thing I do with any new magazine is go through and tear out all those cards. It is a very gratifying practice and makes reading a magazine an obstruction-free experience.]

Jerry K. said, “Send me your address.

We just did a magazine insert of 20,000 letters with a reply envelope including a couple of really excellent perforations!

You'll love it! Good to read your muchfrom-a-very-little again!” [Instead of sending my address to you Jerry, I think I’ll give you Mark K’s. Not that I don’t want to see your magazine, but Mark would be delighted to riiiip out your letter and envelope. Who knows—he might even send a donation.]

Several readers agreed that a utility bill with a perforation line that doesn’t align with the fold is annoying. Janis P. advised: “Just wad it up and send it back to the utility company. ” [Somehow I don’t think that would go over well. It’s our dollars they want, not our ire. But it’s good out-of-the-perforated-box thinking.]

Speaking of perforated boxes, Moe C. contributed this: “I’m hoping to not start a flame war over plastic waste, but I would offer that the strongest portion of a K-Cup box is the perforation. ” [So true! I don’t know about K-Cup boxes, but I have wrestled with the absolutely useless perforations on other boxes. I can’t stab through some of those perfs with a knife—handle end or blade end! ] Ginger H. added, “You missed my LEAST favorite perf — those stupid folded envelopes. Government agencies love them, supposedly perf ’ed to tear on the two sides and the top. Forget it. By the time my arthritic hands finish, I’m in pain and the envelope is trashed. I keep scissors everywhere. Guess what…you can (and I do) CUT the perfs. It works!

[Thanks, but no thanks, Ginger. If I used scissors, I would have nothing to write about. Oh wait…]

“Today’s coupons lack perforations because many are digital, ” Bill S. explained, addressing my complaint that

newspaper coupons are no longer perforated for user ease. “You click to activate versus tearing.” [I appreciate Bill’s suggestion, but I have trouble getting internet reception in many grocery stores. Plus, I am trying to keep the number of apps on my phone to a minimum. App fraud surpassed credit card fraud in 2021.]

Christy R. remembers a variation on the coupon theme: “[Don’t forget the] double fun and frugality of sticking perforated Green Stamps in a book. [We had] so many we actually had a little plastic bottle with a sponge top which we could fill with water so we wouldn’t wear out our tongues.”

Audrey S. chimed in: “S&H Green Stamps! My mind automatically went to tearing and pasting all of those stamps in books. I loved it! I seem to also remember Gold Bond stamps? (I’m not sure of the name.) [You got it, Audrey. S&H Green Stamps came about in 1896. They expanded mostly in the eastern states.

Gold Bond Stamps started circulating in the Midwest in 1938. ] Last week I made a big deal out of little, perforated valentines. Andrea H. replied, “I was taking care of my 7-year-old granddaughter around Valentine's Day and she had to get her cards ready for her first grade class. They WERE perforated, but not very well! They lacked any of the cute sayings AND there was no personalizing them; she only needed to write her name on them because the teacher put one in every valentine box or bag. (Insert eye-rolling emoji here.) And when Emilia brought home her box, it had very few cards in it. It was mostly candy with a name written right on the wrapper to let her know who it was from. I miss the old days!”

Jane W. is right there with Audrey: “I’m so old that my favorite valentine was a ‘mechanical’ one with an arm or head that moved. I always gave ones that my mother and I made using doilies and red hearts cut out of construction paper with suckers attached (the safety kind with a loop of cord rather than a stick handle).”

[The suckers with the cord loop were nice but I forever hoped for a Tootsie Pop.] “Speaking of perforations, ” Don D. said, “I noticed our toilet paper has become very fancy. I wonder what they think they’ve improved upon.” [Dare I tell Don that Charmin has been making a wavy perforation since 2018? That’s really something!]

You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2022 Sarah Donohoe

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Estes Chamber Announces 2 Annual Coolest Dog Contest nd

Ribbon Cutting March 1 at Estes Park Pet Supply The Estes Chamber Foundation and The Pet Association of Estes Park will launch the 2nd Annual Coolest Dog Contest at Estes Park Pet Supply at 5 p.m. on

Garde Aleworks is for the royalty in your family The 2nd and 3rd place dogs get a smaller photo on the back of the can or bottle.

Last year’s labels showed off the incredible artwork donated by Anil Singh at

Tuesday March 1. The contest runs March 1-31, 2022. As a new member of the Estes Chamber, The Pet Association of Estes Park is going to partner with the Chamber Foundation on a pet education series throughout the month of March.

Proceeds of the contest will benefit the Pet Association and a foundation fund for Leadership Estes Park.

“There’s a magnet on my refrigerator reminding me to be the person my dog thinks I am. Almost every Chamber in every city has a leadership program. This is something that many in Estes Park have been asking for, so we’re doing the groundwork through this community project to build Leadership Estes Park,” said Chamber Foundation Executive Director Donna Carlson. “The investment in leadership will pay off in many ways – for every business, family and individual … even for the dog.”

Hobert Office Services. This is no beauty contest, though. The dog with the most votes wins! It’s up to every participant to get everyone you know to vote for your dog. All you do is: Enter your dog for $10 at www.gogophotocontest.com/epcoolestdog.

Pick up your doggy bag filled with goodies worth $24 from Estes Park Pet Supply in Stanley Village.

Share your dog’s entry page and get all your friends to vote!

If you want to have a contest at work, our team will create a poster with a picture and a QR code for each dog. Watch the web site and @EstesChamberofCommerce on Facebook and @EstesChamber on Instagram. Watch www.gogophotocontest.com/epcoolestdog for special canine events throughout the month where you can show off your dog and get more votes. You can also pick up your free doggy bag at one of our happy hour events. Voting runs March 1 through March 31 and winners will be posted in real time when voting ends at midnight March 31.

About the Estes Chamber Foundation. The Estes Chamber Foundation is a 501C3 organization created in 2020 by the Estes Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber, a 501C6 organization serving as the voice of business in the Estes Valley, needed a vehicle during the COVID19 pandemic to raise funds and apply for grants that benefit the business community. Proceeds from Chamber Foundation fundraisers and grants are distributed to the business community through innovation grants, member programs and scholarships.

About The Pet Association of Estes Park. The Pet Association of Estes Park Inc., (also known as the Estes Park Pet Association) was founded in 1973. The founders created this organization to care for stray and surrendered animals in our area and to educate the public of the importance of spaying and neutering your animals. This service was desperately needed then and very much needed now.

We are the only rescue group in the area and we serve Allenspark, Meeker Park, Glen Haven, Drake, Pinewood Springs, Big Elk Meadows as well as the Rocky Mtn. National Park.

How the contest works Every entry in the Coolest Dog Contest is posted to www.gogophotocontest.com/epcoolestdog, where friends and family can go to vote on their favorite dog for $1 a vote.

The winning dog gets featured on the front of a special-edition label from our craft beverage community: Pawsh Wine with Snowy Peaks Winery is the small/lap dog category Barkstadt Brew with Lumpy Ridge Brewery for our trailblazing hiking companions Barky Mountain Majesty with Avant

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Republican Caucus March 1 The Republican Caucus will be held on March 1, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at the Estes Valley Parks and Recreation District Community Center in the Chiquita Room.

Caucus is a vital part of the election process for selecting candidates for county, state and federal positions Be sure to attend!

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Democrats In Larimer County To Caucus On March 5 As previously announced, 2022 Larimer County Democratic Caucuses are planned for Saturday, March 5, at 1:00 p.m. For Estes Valley area precincts these Democratic Caucuses will be held in virtual format via Zoom link to avoid confined indoor gatherings for our voters.

Some details are in process, so please watch for future notifications. If you are a registered Democrat in our Estes Valley precincts, registration to attend the March 5 Caucus is available now through this link: www.subscribepage.com/evdemscaucus Registration now is strongly encouraged to make sure you have updated caucus information. All caucus registrations must be completed no later than 10:00 a.m. on March 5. We thank those of you who have already signed up to attend!

The rules governing caucuses require that only registered Democrats participate in Democratic Caucuses. The deadline for changing your voter registration has passed in regard to these 2022 Caucuses. All caucuses are conducted at the Precinct level.

All Estes Valley Precinct borders and numbers were modified in January. But the new precincts in Estes Valley still include residents with Estes Park ad-

dresses, Pinewood Springs (Lyons addresses), Larimer County areas along Highway 36, plus residents in Glen Haven, Drake, and some Loveland addresses in Highway 34 canyon.

To determine your current Precinct number, check your voter registration at the Colorado Secretary of State’s website, www.GoVoteColorado.gov.

Choose “Find My Registration” and enter your identifying information. Your full Precinct 10-digit number is found under the tab “County and District Information.” For caucus purposes, the last three digits indicate the part of the precinct number most commonly used.

Caucus participants elect delegates to the March 19 Larimer County Assembly. Those delegates help determine the Democratic candidates who will appear on Colorado’s June 2022 primary ballots. Caucus participants also elect Democratic precinct organizers who coordinate voter information and activities in their respective precincts.

Delegates elected at the County Assembly move on to the Colorado State Democratic Assembly in April to determine state-wide candidates and issues.

Please stay tuned for more Democratic Caucus specifics. If you have questions, please contact us at EstesValleyDemocrats@gmail.com.

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1917 Book Club to Take Place March 16, 2022 On Wednesday, March 16, 2022 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m., the 1917 Book Club virtually hosted by the Estes Park Museum will explore local title, Facing the Frontier: The Story of MacGregor Ranch by Betty Freudenburg.

The book explores the history and settlement of MacGregor Ranch.

This program is free and open to the public and will take place over Zoom. Book Club attendees will have access to their camera and microphones during the program to better participate in the discussion. It is strongly encouraged that participants read each book prior to the program to take part in the discussion.

No registration is required. Use the following link to participate: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8911708986.

The link can also be found under the “Programs & Events” tab on the Museum’s website.

Joining 5-10 minutes early is encouraged to make sure participant audio and video is working correctly. Questions about Zoom? Visit the Zoom support page beforehand to better understand

this platform as staff will not be able to troubleshoot technological questions during the program.

“The story of the settlement of the ranch is a uniquely American pioneer saga. Two families, the MacGregors and the Adams, came west from Wisconsin seeking better health and new lives. Battling hostile elements, tragedy and disappointment, they prevailed and went on to play key roles in the settlement of Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Denver, and Estes Park.” Museum staff will facilitate the discussion.

The 1917 Book Club features publications that center on local topics and authors. Participants are encouraged to propose and vote on future books. The Club meets annually during the winter months of the year (January through April). For any questions regarding this event or other Museum programming, please email Curator of Interpretation, Mikaela Fundaun, at mfundaun@estes.org.

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Recognizing Signs Of Suicide

Learn to identify and help those contemplating suicide or experiencing emotional or mental crisis.

By: Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center

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Do you work with people? Manage a staff? Interact with students? Does your family have a history of mental health challenges? People who are considering suicide usually give some warning signs.

Understanding trends, data, and facts about suicide can get help to someone you know. You may not think you know anyone that may benefit from some support, but it is more likely you do, than you don’t.

The Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center hosts the Alliance for Suicide Prevention on Thursday, March 3 at the Hondius Room in the Estes Valley Library. Community members are invited to learn: ● Demographics and trends of suicide nationally and locally

● Warning signs of suicide ● Myths and facts of suicide ● How to ask the “suicide question” ● How to persuade people to get help ● How to connect people to care QPR Training (Question, Persuade, Refer) offers a solid foundation in how to practically identify and help those contemplating suicide or experiencing emotional or mental crisis. This is a free training open to all community members.

QPR Training (Question, Persuade, Refer) March 3, 2022 from 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Estes Valley Library, Hondius Room Registration can be found at epnonprofit.org

Bigfoot Days Return The First Weekend In April!

Marilyn Irwin Member for 3 years Why I love being a member of Quota: This club is a service group that truly works to support the community of Estes Park. The projects we do allow us to earn money for purchasing ambulances for the hospital, give grants to students working on college degrees, donate to projects in the community like purchasing AEDs for police cars, maintaining needed medical items like wheelchairs to be loaned out and many more.

To me, it is enjoyable to be able to help with these projects.

Favorite or memorable moment: Last spring we sold geraniums. It was

fun to see the smiles on customers’ faces as we placed their plants in their cars. After a winter of Covid confinement, these flowers were symbols of hope and a fresh start.

Estes Park Bigfoot Days returns celebrating all things Squatchy. This weekend event begins on Friday with our Bigfoot BBQ (a ticketed dinner featuring our celebrity guests), and concludes on Saturday with a free outdoor festival in Bond Park. The festival runs from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and features appearances and talks from

television Bigfoot celebrities & experts, live music, outdoor themed activities for the entire family, craft and food vendors, a Bigfoot calling contest, area Bigfoot tours, and much more!

See page 21 of this issue for more event information and check out the website listed below.

If you are interested in becoming a member of Estes Park Quota or finding out more about it, please contact President Gail Albers at 970-481-2372 or Vice President Kris Hazelton at 970-231-2635.

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I must stop playing on this darn computer. These past cold snowy days, I have amused myself checking emails and buying stuff so that I do not have to go to the store or the valley. A real problem has arisen from my habit of searching and going to various websites. I spend more time deleting emails than reading them. There are even some that I unsubscribe and continue to receive their emails. I get emails from any and every site I have ever visited.

Sarcastically: I really love the sites that advertise a product that may interest me, but you must spend an hour listening to a presentation before you even know the price. I got caught on one of those the other day…that will never happen to me again. I searched on Brooks Brothers and Lord and Taylor sites for a dress and now I am constantly informed of an outfit I just cannot resist.

Well at least I do like those sites but how about the ones that have gotten my email unbeknownst to me as to how.

Did you know that I really need a loan or insurance from companies of which I have never heard? Or some male product that this paper, nor I, would name.

Need I go on? What did we do before computers and having the world know all about us and our business?

Another example, I was looking for a good sloppy Joe recipe on the web. Now I get several cooking and recipe sites. I really do not mind those but again it takes time to either read or delete. I had Marie and family coming for dinner and wanted to fix something that all would eat and enjoy. I hit bingo with my results. I got a few ideas from the web and then did my own thing, knowing what some did not like in those recipes. Here is my final recipe for Sloppy Joes. It makes a lot, but you can freeze it. Some ate two, one ate four and two of us had a single serving. I had enough for another meal, but we should have put more on our buns. It is okay to halve the recipe

for 6-8 people. Another bit of advice, use a catsup that lists ingredients: tomato, vinegar and then corn syrup. Some brands use more sugar than vinegar and that will make it too sweet and you will have to adjust with more vinegar.

Esther’s Sloppy Joes 3 lbs. of ground beef 2 Tbs. butter 1 medium onion, diced 1 medium or large red pepper, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 6 cloves chopped garlic 1 ½ cup good ketchup 1 cup water 2 Tbs. light brown sugar 2 Tbs. yellow or brown mustard 2-3 tsp chili powder. (I used 3. I use Chugwater chili powder, but any good powder will do) ¼-½ tsp. red pepper flakes 2 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce (adjust later for taste. I add the 2 but later may add another) 2 Tbs. tomatoes paste 1-2 Tbs. apple cider or plain vinegar (again adjust to taste, I add one and later adjust) Salt and pepper to taste Choice of rolls, and butter for rolls.

Add butter to pot and brown meat on medium high heat. Drain most of fat.

Add vegetables and cook until they are soft. Add water, ketchup, Worcestershire, vinegar, brown sugar, chili powder, mustard, tomato paste and pepper flakes.

Stir and cook about 15-20 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings to liking.

Spread butter on rolls and toast to serve.

My email: esther.cenac@gmail.com Bon Appétit.

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March Meeting Of The Estes Park Woman’s Club The March meeting of the Estes Park Woman’s Club will be held on Wednesday, March 9 at the American Legion.

Members are encouraged to wear period (1912) clothing and/or hats. Social hour and registration begins at 11:30 a.m. A buffet lunch will be served at 12:15 p.m. following a brief business meeting. A cash bar will be available. To continue the celebration of our 110th year, Nancy Thomas will present a short Power Point of women’s fashion for the past 110 years, from 1912 to 2022.

The March program will be presented by Mikaela Fundaun, Curator of Interpretation for the Estes Park Museum. Her program is titled “The Persistent Women of Estes Park.” Members will be contacted by email to make their reservation. Any woman interested in joining the club or for more information, may contact the club at EstesParkWomansclub1912@gmail.com.

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Thinking About Joining A Nonprofit Board? Here Are A Few Tips directly worked in healthcare. I had always worked on outcomes that were related to large scale builds and improving infrastructure, not directly related to people.”

After vacationing at YMCA of the Rockies for many years with their family, Rod and Sherry moved to Estes Park.

Soon thereafter, they joined the Estes Park Newcomers Club, which exposed them to a lot of different volunteer opportunities.

“When I was asked to consider being a Board Director at Estes Park Health Foundation, I talked with the late Ken Teselle, who was serving on the board at that time. He was familiar with volunRod Unruh teer service and had worked with nonIn his 6th year on the Board of Directors profits throughout his career,” Unruh said. “I asked a lot of questions about at the Estes Park Health Foundation, how the board worked and what would Rod Unruh is now Chairman of the Board for 2022. When he began his vol- be expected of me. Volunteer service needs to be personally gratifying. As we unteer journey on the Board of Direcget older, we have experience and backtors, he didn’t have much board experience and, outside of being a patient, had ground that can benefit someone else to have a fulfilling life. It’s important to me no medical background. to help others have successful lives “I was a mechanical engineer overseethrough guidance, personal relationing projects to build power plants and ships, and financial support.” cell towers, often managing project In addition to talking with current teams of over 1,000 people,” Unruh said. board members, Unruh recommends “In a sense, I’ve been in the healthcare considering the measurable outcomes industry for 73 years because my birth was assisted by a doctor and I have seen and the mission of the non-profit to doctors throughout my life, but I’d never make sure you are aligned with serving.

“You want to look back on your board service and see meaningful results. At EPH Foundation, the COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund brought much relief to the Estes Valley including negative pressure rooms to treat COVID patients at EPH, funding for COVID-19 testing equipment, and providing tests for the uninsured. Funding the 3D Mammography machine in 2019 and helping to bring a new MRI machine to EPH in 2022 are very impactful. Estes Park Health is a critical access hospital that needs to provide services like these; helping EPH serve people in this way is personally gratifying.”

“In seeking directors for EPH Foundation, we talk with people who will synergize with us. As Chairman of the Board and throughout my board service, I value that our board is made up of people from all walks of life who have demonstrated success in their pursuits.

We have retired people and people who are currently working in the middle of their careers. It’s fun to be part of a team that brings so many experiences and capabilities to our joint effort.”

“If you are considering a board or volunteer opportunity, talk to the people involved now and in the recent past. If you are approached to be part of a board, you’ve already been screened to some extent. There’s no guarantee that an opportunity will be perfectly suited to you.

However, if you decide to be involved, you, the group with which you become associated, and the entire community will benefit from your efforts.”

The Estes Park Health Foundation increases community awareness of Estes Park Health, and develops, manages, and distributes funds to assist EPH in fulfilling its mission. To learn more about their initiatives or to volunteer, contact them at GiveToEPH.org or 970-5774370.

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Repurpose Edible Food Scraps By: Nicole Clark, CSU Extension Agent, Family & Consumer Sciences, in LaPlata County

Reprinted with permission from CSU Extension Food Smart Colorado blog, https://foodsmartcolorado.colostate.edu/, December 23, 2021.

Reducing food waste starts with meal planning. This process helps align purchases with household needs. Additionally, we can be more creative with how we use food scraps. Remember, it’s perfectly edible food, it just needs a little TLC. Food preparation often ends with food scraps or waste. This is different than food loss, which is a result of spoilage.

Food waste refers to edible portions that are thrown out rather than consumed.

While it may not seem significant to toss little bits of food here and there, it adds up fast. The Food and Drug Administration estimates that within the U. S. we toss out 30 – 40% of our food supply, or 133 BILLION pounds of food a year – now that’s a big number!

STEMS: non-woody such as greens, herbs and mushrooms Stems, seeds, leaves and peels are common portions of produce that we’ve become trained to discard. And if you think about it, they make up a significant portion of the plant. Here are a few

creative ways to repurpose food scraps, save money and eat well.

• Thinly slice and sauté dark leafy green stems (kale or chard), toss with potato salad* or use in place of celery for soups and sauces • Cut into matchsticks for a stir-fry (broccoli and cauliflower) • Dice the stems of parsley and cilantro, mix with dried chile, chopped roasted seeds and a splash of olive oil.

Use as a topping for fish, chicken or meat. Add to mayo for a seasoned sauce on your sandwich.

• Finely dice mushroom stems, sauté to remove moisture, then add to ground meat for tacos or burgers. Use in pasta dishes such as lasagna, stuffed shells, spaghetti or spicy Mexican pasta. * Dehydrate* and powder if you can’t use right away – use as a spice for any savory dish.

SEEDS: winter squash and melons Saving up: Rinse and allow seeds to dry on a paper towel. Place in the freezer until you’ve saved enough to make use of them.

• Lightly coat seeds in oil, toss with salt and assorted spices such as chile, cumin, oregano, or lime zest. Roast at 350 degrees F for 10 – 15 minutes, stirring periodically. Smaller seeds will need less time.

• Try a sweet version. Roast seeds, same as above but with warming spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg or cardamom. Mix with mini-chocolate chips and dried fruit peels for a sweet treat. Or, add to Oatmeal Applesauce Breakfast Cookies*.

• In a food processor, mix seeds into store bought or homemade hummus. * • Toast seeds in a dry pan until lightly browned. Chop and use in place of pecans in No-bake Gingerbread Date Balls. * • Add roasted seeds to salad for added crunch.

LEAVES: from root vegetables or celery • Chop and add to a green salad – they add a ton of flavor!

• Chop and mix into a whole grain salad for a quick lunch. For example: cooked barley, lemon zest, olive oil, roasted seeds, chopped carrot top and celery greens, diced carrots, fresh tomato, olives, fennel fronds, and salt and pepper. Add Parmesan cheese or meat if you desire.

• Thinly slice and add to soup or beans, right before serving.

• Dehydrate*, grind or crush to a powder and add to a fruit smoothie*.

PEELS: cucumber, carrot, citrus, beets, apples, potato Wash with water and remove any seeds from fruits.

• Dehydrate* and add to oil and vinegar for salad dressing*.

• Dice fruit peels and add 2 tablespoons per serving to a fruit cobbler, * or add to homemade quick breads.

• Flavor water with cucumber and lime peels.

• For root vegetable peels, try turning them into chips with an Air fryer or lightly coat with vegetable oil, salt and pepper, and bake at 425 degrees F for 9 – 15 minutes. *Recipes can be found here: https://foodsmartcolorado.colostate.edu/ The Estes Valley Community Garden (EVCG) Board thanks Nicole Clark, CSU Extension, for permission to reprint this article.

Colorado State University Extension programs, available to all without discrimination, provide trusted, practical education to help you solve problems, develop skills and build a better future. To learn more, go to extension.colostate.edu.

For more information about EVCG, go to evcg.org.

Estes Park’s Thursday Night Dine Around!

Estes Valley Model Railroaders Meeting March 2 Join us in Estes Park every Thursday night in March for a town-wide dine around event! Twenty-six restaurants all throughout Estes will offer a $5 tasting plate from 4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. with a different menu each week. Stop by two or three restaurants each week to see friends, join in the fun, and taste great food from all different restaurants!

Restaurants/establishments participating this year are: American Legion Burgers & Gyros on Moraine Café de Pho Thai Cinnamon's Bakery Cousin Pat's El Mex Kal Estes Park Brewery Himalayan Curry & Kebob La Cocina de Mama Latitude 105

Lonigan's Rock Cut Brewing Company Rocky Mountain Deli Smokin' Dave's BBQ Stella's Place The Big Horn The Grubsteak The Wild Rose Village Pizza You Need Pie! Diner The Post Chicken & Beer Dairy Queen Sweet Basilico Tradicion Bistro Cafe Way Finder Cascades at the Stanley Hotel There is a Facebook page where all restaurants will post their weekly menus www.facebook.com/Estes-Park-DineAround-2126155854137586

The Estes Valley Model Railroaders will have their monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 2 at 6:00 in the Hondius Room at the Estes Valley Library. All are welcome to join us.

The short business meeting will be followed by the evenings program.

All interested folks are welcome to attend one of our meetings just to see what we are about. We have variety of inter-

ests in the membership from operating trains, to modeling buildings and scenery, to history and train travel. Our members like to share their expertise or budding expertise with others so if you are thinking about knowing more or need help with a project, come join us.

For more information or to be put on our email list for future events, email info@railsintherockies.org.

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Salud Offers Covid Vaccine & Boosters

Salud is offering the COVID Vaccine & Booster Shots to the Estes Community Salud está ofreciendo a la Comunidad de Estes Park vacunas contra COVID, incluida la vacuna de refuerzo

Vaccines (Moderna & Pfizer) are available to anyone five years of age and older Las vacunas Moderna y Pfizer están disponibles para cualquier persona de 5 años en adelante.

Boosters (Moderna & Pfizer) are available to anyone 12 years and older Los refuerzos (Moderna y Pfizer) están disponibles para cualquier persona de 12 años en adelante.

Sunrise Rotary Invites Charitable Organizations To Apply For Funding

Call to schedule today! ¡llame Para Programar Una Cita Hoy! (303) 697-2583

The Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary (EVSR) invites proposals from charitable organizations in the Estes Valley for grants to support programs and projects (programs) to benefit the Estes Valley community.

To apply for funding, complete and submit the grant application at https://bit.ly/349Cgoj no later than March 31, 2022.

For more information please email estessunriserotary@gmail.com.

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Five Fun Facts About… The Mink And The American Marten

By Dawn Wilson

Two animals will share the spotlight in this week’s article — the mink and the American marten — to help clarify the differences between the two members of the weasel family. With very similar looking features but each distinct in their own way, these two small but fierce predators are members of Mustelidae family. Both are found in the Estes Valley region and Rocky Mountain National Park but you are more likely to see a mink than the more elusive

marten. Here are five more facts about these seldom seen hunters.

1. The Mustelidae, or weasel, family consists of carnivorous animals like weasels, badgers, otters, ferrets, mink, martens and wolverines.

2. Although these two animals initially look very similar, with both weighing about 1 to 3 pounds and having chocolate-color coats, the marten has a bushier tail while the mink has a slightly slenderer tail with long guard hairs.

Marten ears are also larger than those of the mink.

3. A mink rarely lives far from water, such as streams, lakes, swamps, beaches and marshes, while the American marten is more of an upland mammal, preferring the cover of forests.

4. As a resident of wet habitat, a mink’s diet consists primarily of crawfish, crabs, clams and fish, but they will eat almost anything they can catch. Martens prefer squirrels, voles or mice but also enjoy sweet treats, like berries, or will scavenge

on carcasses.

5. It takes as many as 100 mink pelts to make a full-length coat. Mink fur is more popular for coats because of its strength and durability.

Dawn Wilson is a professional and award-winning nature photographer who lives in Estes Park year-round. You can see more of her work, join one of her Rocky tours, and purchase prints at DawnWilsonPhotography.com or follow her on Instagram: @dawnwilsonphoto.

A mink pops out from the rocks along the Big Thompson River in Estes Park.

Mink live almost exclusively near water, where they feed on crawfish, clams, fish and crabs.

American marten are very shy animals and rarely seen during the day.

Mink and marten look very similar but the marten will more typically be in forest habitat while mink prefer to be near water.

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“A WONDERFUL LIFE” No, this article isn’t a call-back to the Christmas movie, starring Jimmy Stewart, that has been on many of our ‘must-see’ lists for decades, including mine, although it has a very meaningful message about the importance of each of us and how needed we are by our world, regardless of struggles we face along the way.

This is about something that is more recent, and certainly no less beautiful than that story from long ago. While that movie was the story about a ‘love affair’ between a man and his family and community, this is a story about a ‘love affair’ between a man and a woman that many of us know…a story that has a message for each couple in our community…our world.

I attended the ‘celebration of life’ of a wonderful woman who has graced our community for years and touched the lives of all who knew her. As you know, if you have read many of my weekly ‘sharings’, I don’t usually share personal stories of people I know, unless they have a powerful message for all of us. This one has such a message. Kathy Marks left many of us with ‘messages’…things she said, things she did…that we would do well to listen to. I’m sure that you can call several to mind if you knew Kathy. I would like to share just one.

Shortly before Kathy passed away, following a courageous battle with health issues, her loving husband, John, was able to see her after being limited in such visits for a time. John told several of us that Kathy, upon recognizing who it was, shortly said: “John, thank you for giving me such a wonderful life!” Shortly thereafter, she made her departure, seemingly, John said, having realized that it ‘was okay’ for her to go. John smiled, eyes filled with tears, as he shared those precious moments with us. We did too!

John’s sharing of Kathy’s beautiful words were foremost in my mind during days following. “A wonderful life!” How often can husbands and wives look back over their lives together and offer this assessment? I was blessed when, in the days to follow, my wife and I faced the task of sorting through boxes and boxes of photographs that have been taken throughout our sixty-five years of married life. What a chore! What a joy! As we looked at each picture carrying us down ‘memory lane’, what a great reminder of the ‘wonderful life’ that we, too, have enjoyed together! And, not waiting for my final moments to share that thought, I told her so several times. Thank you, Kathy.

As I thought about this week’s article, I wanted to share a few challenges to all of us who have been blessed to find that ‘special person’ in our life. One thing I would challenge us to do is to ask ourselves if our husband / wife would be able to say that about our life together. In many cases, this is not what we spend our time thinking about …we are so busy. It’s high time we got down to the business of ‘making memories’, of making a life that each could describe as ‘a wonderful life’. What can bring that about?

It often involves the deliberate removal of things that make our life together remembered for the wrong things…unpleasant things that could easily be remedied if we just cared enough and were committed enough to make some changes. There’s an interesting observation in the Bible book of Song of Songs (Solomon). That book is about romantic love between a man and woman. (You might even blush as you read it.) But, in it, Solomon warns: “It’s the little foxes that spoil the vines!” He’s saying, it’s the little things, things that are overlooked, that spoil things of value. And certainly that is true of relationships. As we continue to ward off the ‘little foxes’ that would interfere in our ‘wonderful life’ we will go a long way toward insuring that it will continue to develop.

But, we must also determine to inject things into our relationship that will build that ‘wonderful life’. We’ve heard about the five ‘Languages of Love’: Touch –Words – Time – Gifts – Service, that we can ‘speak’. Each of us must ‘study’…perhaps even ask …our partner to determine what his / her ‘love language’ is and then make it an ongoing part of our daily lives so that each of us could…will…say to the other, “Thank you for a wonderful life!” May God help all of us enjoy such, while He gives us time together.

Bob Lewis

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Increase Your Predator Knowledge Ever wonder how biologists can look at a carcass in the field and discern what animals are responsible for or what animals have been feeding on it? Is it a wolf, cougar, bear...?

If you would like to learn more about predator behavior, Wildlife for You (WFY) is offering two live online classes that will improve your predator ID skill set. Taught by two highly-skilled wildlife professionals, "The Take Down" and "The Meal" will help you better understand what to look for when encountering a carcass in the field. As an added

bonus, WFY will also throw in a recording of "Animal Tracks" to teach you the basics of animal tracking.

The Predator Series is scheduled for March 1st and 15th at 8:00 p.m. Eastern.

To register ($20), go to wildlifeforyou.com/RTJCZK/predclass.html

To learn more about upcoming WFY classes, simply follow us on Facebook or check out the great membership options at: Wildlife for You: Memberships.

Remember... when it comes to wildlife, your knowledge often means their existence.

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Estes Park Senior Citizens Center Menu

Civic Education Night Did you know that your thoughts do matter? You do have an influence on what Estes Park looks like and you can shape the place you call home. EVICS Family Resource Center will be hosting a Civic Education program to provide information on the upcoming Board of Trustees election, why it is important to vote, how to register to vote, what is the role of a town trustee and inform who the candidates are that are running. We will open the floor for a Q & A so you can ask your questions about local government or ask questions you would like us to send into each of the candidates.

Join us on March 5, 2022, at 10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m. atthe home of the American Legion Post 119 located at 850 N. St. Vrain Ave. Light breakfast and childcare will be provided. Registration encouraged at evics.org or call 970-586-3055.

Together we can make a difference in our community.

Please note as a 501c3 nonprofit organization, EVICS Family Resource Center is nonpartisan and does not endorse any candidate.

EVICS Family Resource Center is committed to support families by providing resources and programming such as the Family Development Program, Tuition Assistance, Support groups like Moms Café and Mamás en Conexión, ASQs, ESL classes and more!

Stop by our office to learn more about us, we will love to visit with you!

Noche de Educación Cívica ¿Sabías que tus pensamientos sí importan? Tienes una influencia en lo que

Estes Park es y puedes dar forma al lugar al que llamas hogar. EVICS Centro de Recursos Familiares organizará un programa de educación cívica para brindar información sobre las próximas elecciones de la Junta de Síndicos, por qué es importante votar, cómo registrarse para votar, cuál es el papel de un síndico de la ciudad e informar quiénes son los candidatos. Abriremos el piso para una sesión de preguntas y respuestas para que pueda hacer sus preguntas sobre el gobierno local o hacer las preguntas que le gustaría que enviáramos a cada uno de los candidatos. Únase a nosotros el 5 de marzo de 2022, de 10:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m. en el puesto 119 de Home of the American Legion, ubicado en 850 N St Vrain Ave. Se proporcionará desayuno ligero y cuidado de niños. Se recomienda registrarse en evics.org o llamar al 970-5863055. Juntos podemos hacer una diferencia en nuestra comunidad.

Tenga en cuenta que, como organización sin fines de lucro 501c3, EVICS Centro de Recursos Familiares es no partidista y no respalda a ningún candidato.

El Centro de Recursos Familiares de EVICS está comprometido a apoyar a las familias proporcionando recursos y programas como el Programa de Desarrollo Familiar, Asistencia para la Matrícula, grupos de apoyo como Moms Café y Mamás en Conexión, ASQ, clases de ESL y más.

Pase por nuestra oficina para conocer más sobre nosotros, ¡nos encantará visitarlo!

Feb 28 – Mar 4 Monday, Feb 28

Denver Omelette (ham, mushrooms, onions & green peppers) w/ hashbrowns & fruit

Tuesday, Mar 1

Fried Chicken (3 pc) w/ mashed potatoes, gravy & vegetables

Wed., Mar 2

Swiss Mushroom Burger w/ Pasta Salad

Thursday, Mar 3

Eggplant Parmesan w/ Spaghetti, garlic bread & side salad

Friday, Mar 4

Fish & Homemade Chips w/ soup of the day

Mar 7 – 11 Monday, Mar 7

Taco Salad w/ Chicken

Tuesday, Mar 8

Philly Beef Sandwich (topped w/ mozzarella cheese, green peppers & onions) w/ Homemade Chips

Wed., Mar 9

Stuffed Bell Pepper (w/ beef & rice), garlic bread & side salad

Thursday, Mar 10 Crispy Chicken BLT Sandwich w/ Pasta Salad Friday, Mar 11

Trout (4 oz) w/ Baked Potato & soup of the day

Meals are $7 for current 2022 EP Senior Citizens Center members and are by reservation only. (Or 3 meals for $20; use pre-paid meal tickets.) Exact cash or check payment required. Reservations must be made by 1:00 PM at least one business day in advance. Note, if you want to reserve a meal for Monday, Feb 28th, you need to call before 1:00 PM on Friday, Feb 25th. For reservations call 970-581-2195 and leave a detailed message. Pre-paid meal tickets and membership forms are available at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center located at 1760 Olympian Lane and at estesparkseniors.org

The Center is OPEN (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10-1; Tuesday 10-2) TriFit (MWF 10:30-11:15); Yoga/Balance (TT 10:15-11:15) Mahjong (Tuesdays 10-2); Crafts (Tuesdays 11:30-1) Two Bridge Groups: 1st, 3rd, & 5th Wednesday of the month & Every Thurs 12:30-4 PM Reserved Meals-to-Go delivered to your vehicle or EAT at the Senior Citizens Center Check out our website: estesparkseniors.org or call for the latest information

Congratulations to Reese Thompson, the Estes Park High School Student of the Week for February 25, 2022.

At EPHS, Reese is in band and jazz band. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Interact Club and Youth in Action. Her favorite subject is math. She is proud that she does very well in school and maintains a 4.0 GPA. Outside of school, she likes hanging out with her friends, cooking, doing puzzles and work. She has an older sister, Arden Thompson.

When asked her favorite place to visit she said, “The coolest place I’ve ever been is Hawaii and I would love to go back!”

When asked about her favorite quote she said, “I don’t like quotes because I think they’re very cringy and I’m more realistic."

After high school, Reese plans to go to college but she’s not sure what she wants to do yet. She said, “Maybe something math related.”

Photo by Jim Ward

Reese Thompson 11th Grade

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Have You Purchased Your Girl Scout Cookies Yet?

By: Amy Schwartz and Sarah Hoskins Troop 70455

Estes Park Girl Scout Troop 70455 and 77784 are still selling Girl Scout cookies!

They will be available through March 13th. Don’t know where to look? You can use the cookie finder app at: www.girlscouts.org/en/cookies/how-tobuy-cookies. html For more information about finding cookie booths and online sites, find us on Facebook under Estes Park Girl Scouts.

This year's Hometown Hero is the Estes Park First Responders and the local Crossroads Ministry. There is also the option of donation to the military known as the Gift of Caring.

Money made from cookie sales will help the troops go on fun adventures and earn fun badges. It will also help victims of the

Marshall fire as support kits made by scouts will be sent to hotels housing affected families.

Over 13,000 cookies were brought to Estes Park in the moving truck donated by First Colorado Realty.

A big thank you to First Colorado Realty!

Many new scouts are selling this year and there is also a new cookie called Adventurefuls. The Adventurefuls are a brownie cookie with a caramel top and a salted caramel drizzle.

While selling Girl Scout Cookies, girls can earn badges about business planning, marketing, and improving a business.

Selling Girl Scout cookies helps girls learn teamwork skills, communication, and money management. Troop 70455 has a goal of selling 10,000 boxes of cookies and troop 77784 has a goal of selling 5,000 boxes of cookies. Get your favorite cookie today and help us reach our goals.

Larimer County Land Stewardship Manager Is Guest Speaker The public is invited to the next Estes Land Stewardship Association meeting (ELSA) on Thursday, March 3rd, at 9:30 a.m. in the George Hix Meeting Room at US Bank, 363 E. Elkhorn. Larimer County Land Stewardship Manager, Casey Cisneros will be presenting information regarding noxious weed management in unincorporated Estes Valley, 2021 noxious weed compliance, and 2022 priorities. He will also be answering questions from the audience. Take this opportunity to learn more about how you can be good land stewards and be in compliance with the Colorado Noxious Weed Act. More information about ELSA sponsored weed disposal events, the Estes Park weed ordinance, ELSA’s weed booklet, Weed of the Week articles, etc. can be found at estes.org/weeds You can contact the Estes Land Stewardship Association (ELSA) at ELSA.weeds@gmail.com ELSA meetings are held the first Thursday of the month at 9:30 a.m. in the George Hix Meeting Room at US Bank during February,

March, April and November. Monitored Weed Drop-offs are held the third Saturday in June, July, August and September. Articles will be posted in the EP News prior to these drop-off events.

ELSA is a 501 (c) (3) unincorporated nonprofit organization. Our primary objective is to address the noxious weeds invading the region by promoting awareness of invasive plants and their impacts, through education and outreach efforts.

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

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Art Center Celebrates 35th Anniversary Congratulations to the Art Center of Estes Park on their 35th Anniversary celebration, re-dedication and ribbon-cutting event held last Saturday.

At the celebration, Mayor Wendy Koenig read and presented a proclamation and Donna Carlson, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce performed the ribbon-cutting along with Diana Wade, President of the Art Center Board and Chris Switzer, the motivating force to establish the Art Center. Pauline Bustamante of the anniversary committee then presented Chris Switzer a certificate of appreciation and flowers for mentous event. show celebrates art education and feaher efforts that made the Art Center a An opening reception followed the rib- tures three students mentored by three reality. Those in attendance raised a different Art Center artists. bon cutting ceremony for the latest exglass of sparkling cider to toast this mo- hibit the “Mentor/Student Show.” This Mary Benke-Holly Daley Pauline Bustamante-Lucy Leija Debbie Jansen-Elizabeth Suriano Tamagni In addition, Art Center artists and members who took a class at the Art Center during 2021 have their class cre-

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ations on display. How could we celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the Art Center without honoring the original 21 enthusiastic artists who took a risk to establish the Art Center? Six of the 21 artists still live in Estes Park and are still working artists. On exhibit are our founding artists: Chris Switzer, Karen Dick, John Lynch, Jay Grooters, Leo Weber and James Frank.

A part of this kick-off is the promotion of the Art Center’s $35 for 35 Campaign.

The Art Center opened its doors 35 years ago and we want to continue for another 35 years. We are seeking your help by asking you to donate $35, a dollar for each year, to raise additional funds to continue to support the operation of the Art Center! Donate on our website, drop off donation at front desk or mail to 517 Big Thompson Ave, Unit 245, Estes Park, CO 80517.

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Corrected Link From LTE To The Editor: Thanks for printing my letter to the editor on Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) in the Estes Park News.

However, I must apologize for an error in the link to the website.

The correct website link is rcvforcolorado.org.

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We, however, do not print letters that are hateful, hurtful, or vicious towards another individual or group of people.

This has always been our policy because we believe a courteous, respectful approach to communicating is the best way to make a real difference. We do require

your name to be a part of your letter to the editor.

If you would like to submit your letter to the editor, email it to kris@estesparknews.com.

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2115 Ridge Road | $2,500,000 The Estes Fly Tyer Group is back! A big thank you to Seth Richmond, Rector, St. Bartholomew’s Church for providing us a large well lit room to have our fly tying sessions. We will meet the first Tuesday of every month starting in October and going through May. Where we meet: St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 880 MacGregor Avenue When: Tuesday, Mar. 1-6:00-8:30 Tuesday, Apr. 5-6:00-8:30 Tuesday, May 3-6:00-8:30 What to bring: Bring your own vise, tools, materials.

The idea of this group is to get together and tie flies, share ideas and techniques.

You tie the flies that are of interest to you. Restock your box, get ready for next summer 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, it’s free!

If you have questions, please contact Susan Underwood at 972-375-1984 or Frank Drummond at 303-810-4538.

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Makerspace March At The Library: Create, Collaborate And Innovate Located on the library’s second floor, the Makerspace is a room for everyone.

There, you’ll discover tools and crafts— from old-school to high-tech—to help you design an original object or repair that favorite household item. From

Learn the 3D Printer Tuesday, March 1, 15, or 29, 3 -4:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 12 or 26, 10:30 a.m.noon Take the class, and you’ll be able to use

sewing machines to 3D printers, and from a button-maker to a state-of-theart laser engraver, along with supplies and project ideas—there is always something to inspire individual imagination and community collaboration.

All through March, the library is spotlighting the learning and resource opportunities of the Makerspace with special programs and activities.

Here is a list of the happenings-full details and sign-up at estesvalleylibrary.org: Meet Your Makerspace Each Friday in March, 2-3:30 p.m.

Join a guided tour of the Makerspace to see all it has to offer-and meet fellow makers in the process.

Crocheting for Beginners Each Thursday in March, 5:30- 6:30 p.m.

Want to crochet, but don’t know much about stitching? Learn how to hook yarn and make basics like hats and pot holders.

Intermediate Crocheting Each Friday in March, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Join fellow makers as we stitch together and share tips and ideas. Bring a project if you have one in the works.

the 3D printer on your own.

Learn the Laser Cutter Saturday, March 5 or 19, 10:30 a.m.noon Tuesday, March 8 or 22, 3-4:30 p.m.

Take the class, and you’ll be able to use the laser cutter on your own.

Intro to Databases for Fun & Profit Begins Wednesday, March 9, 5:30-7 p.m.

Running a small business? Preparing for a career? Wondering how to organize data? Learn the ins and outs of Microsoft Access with retired IT professional Peter Gibbs.

Kids & Teens: Sticker Making Saturday, March 5, 2-3 p.m.

Tuesday, March 8, 11 a.m.-noon Bring a t-shirt or bag, and we’ll heatpress your designs.

Kids & Teens: Button Making Thursday, March 10, 4-5 p.m.

Thursday, March 24, 4-5 p.m.

Make one-of-a-kind buttons, big or small-we’ll provide the supplies.

The Makerspace was created through the generosity of donations to the Estes Valley Library Friends & Foundation.

Visit estesvalleylibrary.org to sign up for any of the upcoming events.

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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library HOURS & SERVICES Open Hours: Mondays-Thursday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sundays, 1-5 p.m.

The library is open with full access to collections, study rooms, meeting spaces, and the Makerspace. The second floor offers computer access, with printing available. Free Wi-Fi is available both inside and outside the library.

WORKSHOPS Shipwrecks: seeking the “LORD” Monday, Feb. 28, 6 - 7:30 p.m., via Zoom Join shipwreck hunter Ross Richardson in exploring the depths of Lake Michigan in the search for the JARVIS-LORD, a freighter that sank in 1885—and one of the region’s greatest shipwreck discoveries. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS Technology and Relationships: a Living Room Conversation Monday, March 7, 3:30 -5 p.m., Hondius Room Technology goes wherever we go—with a multitude of conveniences. But how does it help us, and how does it control

us? Join a conversation to share ideas.

Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

KIDS & TEENS Book vs. Movie Club: “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” Saturday, Feb. 26, 11:30 a.m. (español), Hondius Room Saturday, Feb. 26, 1:30 p.m. (English) Book or movie—which do you like best? We’ll briefly discuss the book, then watch the 2005 movie adaptation. All attendees take home a complimentary chocolate bar. Copies of the book available. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Art Work Wednesday: Scratch Art Wednesday, March 2, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Hondius Room Wednesday, March 16, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Get creative with scratch art, using old CDs, toothpicks, and black paint. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

MAKERSPACE Learn the 3D Printer Tuesday, March 1, 34:30 p.m.

Create customized objects from plastic filament, for both practical and creative uses.

For ages 15 and up.

Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Learn the Laser Cutter Saturday, March 5, 10:30 a.m.-noon Repeated on Tues., March 8, 3-4:30 p.m.

Engrave designs and logos on objects using the library’s laser cutter.

After taking the class, participants may use the library’s laser cutter on their own. For ages 15 and up. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

LEGAL SELF-HELP Free Legal Self-Help Clinic Wednesday, March 9, 2 - 5 p.m., library Study Room One-on-one legal advice, for library patrons who do not have a personal at-

torney. Appointments are necessary, and can be scheduled by calling 970-5868116. More information at estesvalleylibrary.org/legalclinic.

TAX SEASON RESOURCES AARP Tax Preparation Now through April 14 Volunteers from the AARP Tax Aide program are once again offering free local assistance with income tax preparation, with appointments held at the library. To find out more or to schedule an

“If The Buddha Came To Dinner” Book Club Begins March 5 “The Being Awareness Book Club” is a recurring series co-hosted by the Estes Valley Library and Salud Family Health Centers. This spring’s featured book is “If the Buddha Came to Dinner” by Halé Sofia Schatz and Shira Shaiman.

The three-part discussion takes place on Saturday mornings this season: March 5, April 2, and May 14 from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the library. Participants should plan to attend all three sessions.

The authors ask the question, “If the Buddha came to dinner, what would you

serve?” Fast food? A frozen meal quickly microwaved? Chances are, they say, you would feed your honored guest a delicious meal prepared with love and care. The next time you have dinner, what will you eat?

Gentle, wise, and humorous, the authors show a pathway to the heart of nourishment—our own inner wisdom that knows exactly how to feed the whole self. With a blend of inspiration and practical wisdom, “If the Buddha

Came to Dinner” includes guidelines for selecting vital foods, ideas for keeping your energy balanced throughout the day, a cleanse program, and over 60 recipes to awaken the palate.

Facilitating the discussions will be Meemee Lahman, Behavior Health Clinician for Salud Family Health.

To register for the program, visit the Events Calendar at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Participants will receive information on how to acquire the book.

appointment, call the Library or visit estesvalleylibrary.org.

FRIENDS & FOUNDATION Cliffhanger Used Books Cliffhanger Used Books, located next to the post office, is operated by the Library Friends & Foundation, offering gently-used books, movies, and music at discount prices. History and biographies are on sale through February: $2 hardcover and $1 paperback, plus tax. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

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Technology And Relationships: Finding Balance In A Modern World From: Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership and the Estes Valley Library

We are in an age of wonder and amazement with technology. It goes everywhere with us and we can be reachable at any time. We use technology to order groceries, navigate streets, keep up with breaking news and family members living far away. So many of us are reachable and can respond immediately to beeping, buzzing, and ringing of texts, emails, and phone calls. We like what we feel

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Technología y Relaciones: equilibrio en un mundo moderno de Justicia Restaurativa del Valle de Estes, y la Biblioteca de Estes Valley

Estamos en una era de maravillas y asombro con la tecnología. Puede ir a cualquier lugar con nosotros y podemos estar localizables en cualquier momento. Usamos la tecnología para ordenar nuestros alimentos, navegar por nuestras ciudades, mantenernos al día con las últimas noticias, y con miembros de la familia que viven lejos. Muchos de nosotros estamos accesibles y podemos responder de inmediato a los pitidos, y zumbidos y timbres de mensajes de texto. Nos gusta lo que sentimos cuando suenan nuestros teléfonos o nos envían un mensaje nuevo. ¿Es la tecnología nuestra amiga, la herramienta salvavidas del siglo XXI o una manipuladora de nuestras mentes when our phones ring or ping us. Is y dueña de nuestro tiempo? ¿Quién está technology our friend, the life-saving a cargo? tool of the 21st Century or a manipulator Invitamos a la comunidad de reunirse of our minds and master of our time? para un diálogo sobre “Tecnología y Who is in charge?

Relaciones”. Esta Living Room ConverThe community is invited to gather for sación (diálogo en el salón) tiene lugar a dialogue about “Technology and Rela- en el martes, 7 de marzo, de 3:30 hasta 5 tionships.” This Living Room Conversa- p. m. en el Salón Hondius de la Bibtion takes place Monday, March 7 from lioteca. Estes programa se ofrece en co3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the library’s Hondius laboración con Justicia Restaurativa del Room. The program is co-hosted by the Valle de Estes y la Biblioteca de Estes Estes Valley Library and the Estes Valley Valley.

Restorative Justice Partnership.

Abarcando un espectro ancho de conceptos y temas, la serie “Conversaciones Spanning a wide spectrum of topics and themes, the 2022 Community Con- Comunitarias de 2022” invita a la gente versation series invites locals to come to- local de reunirse, compartir sus puntos gether, share perspectives, and enjoy the de vista, y disfrutar de las oportunidades para aprender que salen del learning opportunities that emerge diálogo facilitado en un marco de gruthrough facilitated dialogue in a small pos pequeños, haciendo el uso del modgroup setting, drawing upon the Living elo Conversación en el Salón.

Room Conversation model.

El registro en línea para el programa Online registration for this month’s de este mes sobre “Tecnología y Relaprogram on “Technology and Relationciones” incluye un enlace a la Guía de la ships” includes a link to the ConversaConversación, que los participantes tion Guide pamphlet, which participants pueden leer antes del programa. La famay read through beforehand. Facilitacilitación está disponible para convertion is available for English-to-Spanish sación traducida de inglés-a-español y and Spanish-to-English conversation español-a-inglés. during the session.

Visite www.estes.org/community-conVisit www.estes.org/community-conversations para aprender sobre la serie y versations to learn about the series and su contexto. Descubre más sobre la conits background. Find out more about the versación de “Tecnología y Relaciones” March 7 “Technology and Relationships” en el 7 de marzo y regístrese para asistir conversation and sign up at estesvalleyli- en estesvalleylibrary.org. Reserva anticibrary.org. Advance registration is neces- pada es necesaria para ayudar a los facilsary to help facilitators organize the con- itadores a organizar la conversación. versation.

Original artisan works currently are being considered for inclusion in the Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary Club’s annual Labor Day Arts & Crafts Festival, Sept. 3, 4 and 5.

The Estes Park event is the anchor for final summer events in the community that features a full range of activities and features nearly 100 artisans who display sculpture, paintings, jewelry, wood, photography and fiber art and more created in their own studios. One of the premier arts and crafts festivals in the state, the Estes Park event typically receives more than 150 applications.

A description and photos of the work proposed for exhibit will be juried by a committee. Artists who submit their application prior to Feb. 28, 2022 will be considered first as the first jury round is scheduled for March 2nd. Submissions after February 28 will be judged at later dates based on availability of art mediums. Final application deadline is June 16.

For more information see estesartsandcrafts.whitepapersplus.com/; applications and artisan details are available at www.zapplication.org/event-info. php? ID=9993#general-info.

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Crossroads MinistryAlways There To Help By: Brian Schaffer

Crossroads Ministry is a place where people come during and after emergencies including seasons of great need. We take the journey with fellow humans who are struggling to make it through the day. We don’t exist as a research agency and we’re definitely not a consulting firm, but we are uniquely positioned to meet “real needs” represented in our community. We don’t make up numbers or statistics, but just report the facts as we see them. We don’t pontificate on why people end up in a bad way, but instead we meet people at their point of need knowing that things have happened and we are compelled to help.

People come to us hurting, grieving, and crying. Many are experiencing great pain from traumatic events in their lives. More times than not there are relationships that have gone bad in the midst of their hardship and this has impacted them emotionally, mentally, and physically. They don’t need to hear how they’ve messed up causing them to take on more shame from their situation, but they are in desperate need of someone to show them unconditional love, care, and hope for a brighter future. The bottom line is: they’re struggling to find solutions and we’re there to help.

Thank you for partnering with us in taking good care of our neighbors who need us the most!

Come And See At Flatirons Church At Reel Mountain Theater By: Larry Yarrington

A couple weeks ago, the teaching pastor at Flatirons Community Church, Ben Foote, used the methods of the first disciples of Jesus to invite others to meet Him as a lesson in evangelism. They had experienced something dramatic for them. So, they simply went to friends and said, Come and see. ” I believe I can become fooled because I view things over too short a time span.

What the world offers as cures will eventually kill me or destroy all that is valu-

me. I have little interest in religion or theology that does not move me into more and more intimate connection with God. These days I am discovering the blessing of the Holy Spirit. It is this person of the Trinity that connects me to Jesus and to the Father. It is this overwhelming desire that fuels my seeking to be in relationship to others and to invite them to come and see what Jesus might be to them. My desire is not to recruit them to a religion but into the infinite grace and love of the creator of the Universe. I do that, not through persua-

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We were united by God Forever as husband and wifeLoving, honoring, respecting each other We do every day of our lives.

Together Forever Quinton and Catherine Matthew 19:5-6

Ash Wednesday At United Methodist Church The Estes Park United Methodist Church will observe Ash Wednesday on March 2 by hosting DriveThrough Ashes from 12:00-1:00 p.m. at the church, 1509 Fish Hatchery Road. The church will also have a Zoom Ash Wednesday service at 6:00 p.m. For the Zoom link, please contact Pastor Ann Lantz at pastor@epumc.org.

Ash Wednesday begins the season of Lent, a time when many Christians prepare for Easter by observ-

ing a period of fasting, repentance, moderation, and spiritual discipline.

Estes Park UMC is an open and affirming congregation where we welcome and affirm all persons regardless of faith, age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, physical limitations, or economic status – a place where all means all.

For more information, please call 970-586-4153.

able in my life. Only the work that God begins will be finished by the cure of all the past baggage in my life and replaced with a life only He can bring. It matters greatly whether people are physically healed. We desire that for all and pray earnestly that God would bless everyone with healing of their bodies. Yet, God’s desire is to bless us beyond anything we can imagine. He can take our lives into a fulfillment that we cannot even imagine if we put our lives in His hand. The name that always comes to mind is Joni Erickson Tada. She prayed fervently without ceasing as did other Christians around the world for her healing from an accident that left her paralyzed. God has not done it yet, though we do not give up hope. What He did do is bless the world with her talents that may not have been accomplished without her faith remaining despite God’s lack of physically healing her. Her healing went much deeper, to the core of her being and millions were blessed by it. I have witnessed friends who have died of cancer but the faith they showed through the experience was transforming to my soul and many others.

The story of my encounter with Jesus is primarily one of relationship that goes beyond my human ability to comprehend. It is His presence that consumes

sive arguments, but through a simple desire to be in close friendship with them. The uniqueness of the Christianity that I understand is, not to be good, but to understand how completely I am forgiven even when I am not good. In fact, only God is good. If there is any goodness in me, it is because I know God and am known by Him. It is this message that comes from the heart of Ben Foote that is persuasive. He is not asking us to become effective in using techniques, but to simply say, “Come and see.” Your experience may be completely different than mine, but it can be life changing. So, Ben is calling us to come and see and when we do, we invite our friends to come and see what an encounter with Jesus might be to them.

In the same way I invite you to come to Flatirons Community Church is Estes Park to see if this fellowship is a place, you can find a home to learn in rows on Sunday morning and experience small groups throughout the week. We invite you, not to church, but into a community that is seeking to experience life at a level only an encounter with Jesus can bring. Sundays at 11 a.m. in the Reel Mountain Theater.

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Climate Migration By: Judi Smith

Migration is not a new phenomenon.

The migrations of monarch butterflies to Mexico, swallows to Capistrano, and the wildebeests who follow the rain across Africa are all famous. Animals temporarily migrate for available food and water (both dependent upon climate) or for access to a breeding area like Northern Fur Seals, who return to where they were born or the salmon who migrate from their salt water home to fresh water for spawning.

People also migrate: when changing jobs or for health reasons. Marriage proposals often initiate a move. Adult children migrate to care for aging parents and elderly parents migrate closer to the grandkids, or great-grandkids. During the pandemic, many grand parents moved in with family to assist with home-schooling and many young adults rejoined the parental household when their jobs disappeared.

Migration also happens for political reasons. Sometimes people move to a state or region that agrees with their philosophy. Sometimes they move for benefits offered by the state of choice such as our free kindergarten (and soon preschool) education or for health insurance benefits, different in each state. I am sure the new EPR laws will cause migration both in and out of Oregon and Maine and that Boulder County’s ecological offerings attract new residents to move there.

In 2007, the International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) determined that we can expect climatic disruption to uproot large populations. Currently, millions of farmers have been forced to vacate their farms when they are faced with continuing Sahara-like temperatures and severe drought, augmented by monsoon rains and other climatic disasters. It is only the beginning.

In the normal course of life, people leave a region or a state and others move

in to fill the gap. Rarely does a state see a drop in population become a continuous trend. However, climate change and the pursuant calamities are changing that. The high winds caused by warm air currents are causing wildfires (as we all know), blizzards where they do not belong, vanishing shorelines, melting glaciers, and, yes, floods – on American soil.

The persistent threats of these occurrences are, in some cases, causing noticeable trends in the population across the United States.

California and New York had the largest net loss in population. Although there is evidence of economic factors causing migration, economic trends tend to coincide with climate issues and disasters. California wildfires have threatened lives, destroyed homes and businesses, and caused daily stress in the need to be constantly aware and prepared. California is losing population to the extent that this has begun to reduce the overinflated cost of homes. Is California’s population loss climate driven? I think so.

Colorado is in the center of the country, far away from rising seas. Although Denver’s brown cloud is notorious to us that live here, it does not compare with air pollution in Los Angeles or New York. Outside of our metropolitan areas (Denver, Pueblo, Colorado Springs) the air clears considerably. Our mountain towns are even more inviting. If we can make Colorado attractive to those looking for clean air, clear water, and a healthy, ecologically responsible lifestyle, both our tourism industry and our search for workforce should benefit.

But this will not wait five years. It will not wait one year. Even six months is too long to put off the initial attempts to protect our Village from the negative consequences of the migratory effects that result from climate disintegration.

Agree? Disagree? Comments?

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Nancy J. Masaros

Nancy J. Masaros passed away peacefully in her home on February 15, 2022 here in Estes Park. Nancy was born in New London, Wisconsin October 19, 1953. She moved to Colorado in 1980, then later to Estes Park in 1987 and was a familiar friendly face to many locals. Her biggest joy in life was being surrounded by her family. She enjoyed family gatherings, quilting, sewing, crocheting, feeding the birds and watching the butterflies in her flower garden. Nancy will always be remembered for how much she loved her children, grandchildren, great grandchild and her companion Bill Blackwell of Estes Park and their beloved dog Duke. She is preceded in death by her parents Anthony and Lois Masaros (Wisconsin), brother Anthony George Masaros (Wisconsin), brother-in-laws, Richard Dohrman (Wisconsin) and Robert Flannery (Wisconsin). Nancy is survived by her son Nate Pitsch (Love-

land, CO), daughters Michelle Rodgers (Hamburg, IA), Natalie and husband Ace Krom (Wellington, CO), grandchildren Allison Rodgers and Cody Harrington (Jacksonville, NC), Blake Hinman (Loveland, CO), Dillon Rodgers (Loveland, CO), Colton Krom (Ft. Collins, CO) and Hailey Krom (Wellington, CO), great grandchild Ryley Harrington (Jacksonville, NC), sisters Mary Dohrman (New London, WI), June and husband David Sawall (New London, WI), Sally and husband Wally Krueger (Oconto, WI), brothers George Masaros (McFarland, WI), Tom Masaros (Waupaca, WI) and many nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews and her good friend Ron Bishop.

A celebration of life will be held this spring. Please visit www.allnuttestespark.com to leave a message for the family.

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Rocky Mountain Conservancy-Conservation Corps spend their summer doing hands-on conservation work repairing some of the heavily burned areas in and around the park. In response to Colorado’s devastating wildfires of 2020, the RMC-CC introduced an entirely new crew called the Rocky Fire Corps. For four months, this team partnered with the Rocky Mountain National Park Fire ManageEstablished in 1931, the Rocky Moun- ment Office, while earning their nationtain Conservancy celebrated its 90th ally recognized Red Card Wildland birthday last summer with the reinstate- Firefighting and chainsaw operation ment of programs that were either suscertifications, the RMC Corps helped pended or drastically reduced due to nearly double the productivity of the COVID-19. One of the programs that park’s fire management operations. the 501(c) 3 organization manages is the The Conservation Corps also partacclaimed RMC-Conservation Corps nered with the Town of Estes Park in (RMC-CC). the Fall of 2021 on the Thumb Open Partnering closely with the National Space project. This project was a conPark Service and the U. S. Forest Servtinuation of work from 2020 and was a ice, Corps members, who are typically fantastic opportunity to collaborate on a 18-25 years old, gain on-the-ground project that promotes outdoor accessiproject management and leadership bility and usability for all. skills while being introduced to a wide Rocky Mountain Conservancy-Convariety of potential careers in the conservation Corps had a wildly successservation field. When Longmont local ful program in 2021 that saw seven Adison Thorp served as a 2021 Crew crews complete the accomplishments: Leader with the Conservation Corps in • Providing maintenance to more than Rocky Mountain National Park last year, 40 different trail systems she had this to say: “I have learned a lot • Maintaining and repairing more this season! In terms of leadership, I than 200 miles of trail have been able to delve more into pa• 1200+ drains were cleared along tience and collaboration. I have learned trails to help with erosion control all about trail work and the reality of what goes into making our National • Constructing 584 feet of retaining Parks stay beautiful.” wall from naturally occurring materials The 2021 RMC-CC program invited 41 • Removing 67 illegal camping areas individuals from 20 different states to and returned them to a natural state

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• Corpsmembers provided invasive species control to more than 55 acres of land • Constructing more than 150 slash piles in preparation for prescribed burns • Restoring 70+ picnic areas to reopen for public use Programs like the RMC-Conservation Corps are designed to provide opportunities for young adults to be introduced to potential careers in the conservation world and gain firsthand experience working with local and federal partners.

Claire Sneed, a Crew Member from 2021, eloquently summed up the RMCCC experience: “This whole season has been life-changing for me, and I am extremely thankful for all the people who worked with me this summer – each of them had a positive impact on my life.”

Looking Forward While still in the midst of winter, the Conservancy has already turned its sights to the summer of 2022 where the Conservation Corps is expecting to launch its largest Corps program to date, with 56 individuals working in 10 different locations. Also, in 2022, the Conservancy is thrilled to be reintroducing the RMC-CC Historic & Preservation Crew in Rocky, which will work to preserve park facilities and campsites.

The Conservancy will also be launching the first-ever fire restoration trail crew which will work exclusively within the Colorado River District of the Park, focusing solely on burn-impacted trails

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west of the Continental Divide. Lastly, the Rocky Fire Crew will be expanded to better emulate the National Park Fire Management Crews while continuing to be trained to the standards of a professional wildland firefighting unit.

And once again this fall, Conservation Corps crews will be returning to Estes Park to continue work on the Thumb Open Space project in September. Currently, the Conservancy stewardship staff that oversees this program is busy working to ensure that qualified candidates from across the country have the chance to apply, interview, and take part in this unique experience.

To partner the expansion and introduction of these crews, Rocky Mountain Conservancy will also be reintroducing its High School Leadership Corps which will work with Front Range Area high schoolers to help introduce them to prospective careers in the conservation field through experiential programming that will have them working alongside Conservation Corps crews and professionals during a 10-day immersive experience.

If you would like to engage in any of the Conservancy’s Conservation Corps programs, partake in a volunteer opportunity, or, if you are interested in making a gift or donation to support the Rocky Mountain Conservancy, please check out the Conservancy’s website at www.RMConservancy.org.

Estes Park Table Tennis Club Is Back!

Feb 25-Mar 3, 2022

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

KIDS & FAMILY

Feb 25: "Mentor/Student Show" and 35th Anniversary Kickoff. Art Center of Estes Park.

Feb 25: Tie-Dye Friday: Make Your Own Tie-Dye T-shirt. Inspired Artisan Market & Studio. From: 10:00 AM to 07:00 PM

Feb 26: "Mentor/Student Show" and 35th Anniversary Kickoff. Art Center of Estes Park.

Feb 26: Hydro Dipped Tumblers. Inspired Artisan Market & Studio.

Feb 27: "Mentor/Student Show" and 35th Anniversary Kickoff. Art Center of Estes Park.

Feb 27: Bingo Night at Rock Cut Brewing Company. Rock Cut Brewing Company. From: 06:00 PM to 07:30 PM Feb 28: "Mentor/Student Show" and 35th Anniversary Kickoff. Art Center of Estes Park.

Mar 1: Vinyl Night. Avant Garde Aleworks.

Mar 1: Trivia Night at Rock Cut Brewing Company. Rock Cut Brewing Company. From: 07:00 PM to 08:30 PM

Feb 27: Hydro Dipped Tumblers. Inspired Artisan Market & Studio.

Mar 2: Geoff Clark - acoustic. The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern. From: 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM Mar 2: Open Mic at Ed’s Cantina. Ed's Cantina.

Mar 3: Alex Thoele(chain station) acoustic. The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern. From: 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM

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Feb 27: Bingo Night at Rock Cut Brewing Company. Rock Cut Brewing Company. From: 06:00 PM to 07:30 PM

Mar 1: Ranger-led Snowshoe Walks. Rocky Mountain National Park. Starting: 12:30 PM

Mar 2: Boozy Bingo. The Barrel. From: 06:00 PM to 09:00 PM

Mar 3: Ranger-led Snowshoe Walks. Rocky Mountain National Park. Starting: 12:30 PM

Mar 3: Cribbage Night at Rock Cut. Rock Cut Brewing Company. From: 06:30 PM to 08:00 PM

LIVE MUSIC & CONCERTS Feb 25: Live Music at Twin Owls Steakhouse. Twin Owls Steakhouse. From: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

SEMINARS & CLASSES Feb 25: Tie-Dye Friday: Make Your Own Tie-Dye T-shirt. Inspired Artisan Market & Studio. From: 10:00 AM to 07:00 PM Feb 26: Hydro Dipped Tumblers. Inspired Artisan Market & Studio.

Mar 1: Tuesday Trivia Night. American Legion. From: 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM

Feb 26: Live Music at Twin Owls Steakhouse. Twin Owls Steakhouse. From: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Feb 27: Hydro Dipped Tumblers. Inspired Artisan Market & Studio.

Mar 3: Geeks Who Drink Thursday Throwdown. Post Chicken and Beer. From: 04:00 PM to 09:00 PM

Feb 27: KC Groves - acoustic duo. The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern. From: 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Mar 1: Ranger-led Snowshoe Walks. Rocky Mountain National Park. Starting: 12:30 PM

Mar 3: Cribbage Night at Rock Cut. Rock Cut Brewing Company. From: 06:30 PM to 08:00 PM

Mar 1: Jon Pickett (Chain Station) acoustic.

The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern. From: 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Mar 3: Local Bluegrass Pick. Twin Owls Steakhouse.

Mar 1: Jon Pickett solo acoustic. The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern.

Mar 2: Open Mic Night. Avant Garde Aleworks.

SPORTS & OUTDOORS

Mar 3: Ranger-led Snowshoe Walks. Rocky Mountain National Park. Starting: 12:30 PM

Good news for those of us who love ping pong, or if your looking for a new social and competitive activity, the Estes Park Table Tennis Club is back! We will meet on Mondays from 3-5 p.m., at Mountain View Bible Fellowship in the gymnasium, access through the north side door.

All skill levels and ages are welcome.

Lessons available, show up or call Joe at 970-232-8505.

Check out our Estes Park Table Tennis Club Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/2107533 13612738

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ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT FULL-TIME CUSTODIAN Estes Park School District R-3 is accepting applications for a full-time, year-round CUSTODIAL position. Salary range is $14.45 to $16.76 per hour, with single benefits. The successful candidate must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and physical demands/lift test. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, eligible to work in the U.S., and possess a high school diploma or GED. Apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp. Only online applications are accepted. Position open until filled.

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Rocky Mountain Conservancy Donor Services Manager Seeking an experienced team player to manage all aspects of our Donor Services department. Primary responsibili es include: database management, assis ng with the crea on and implementa on of the annual development plan, appeals, campaigns, grants, and special events.

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Please fill out on-line application at https://www.foothillsgateway.org/howto-help/become-host-home-provider/ and contact Judy Tomcak M-F, 8-4, at Foothills Gateway, (970)691-0153 or judyt@foothillsgateway.org.

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Rocky Mountain Conservancy

On-site Retail Coordinator

NOW HIRING Apply at 854 Dunraven Street, Estes Park CO 970/586-1085 mtnvalleyestes@gmail.com

Seeking an experienced team player to assist the Conservancy’s sales department as an on-site retail coordinator.

NOW HIRING!

Front Desk

Some Evenings and Weekends

Apply in person at Fawn Valley Inn 2760 Fall River Road, Estes Park, CO or email resume to: Jamie@RockyMtnResorts.com

 Year-round, full-Ɵme, 40 hours with benefits  $20 – $24/hr with potenƟal for promoƟon

Spencer Family Chiropractic is hiring for a part-time receptionist position.

Applicant must be professional, friendly, reliable and capable of multi-tasking in a busy office environment. Wage/compensation will be based on front end medical office experience as well as back end insurance billing.

Inquiries should be sent to

Primary responsibiliƟes: Maintaining accurate product informaƟon on website, managing retail IT issues, including PC troubleshooƟng and POS soŌware updates, with occasional inventory work and visitor center visits.  Some travel required See full posiƟon descripƟon on our website before applying Email cover leƩer and resumé, and any quesƟons to: Opportunity@RMConservancy.org

RMConservancy.org

Now Hiring

Full‐Time and Part‐Time Positions Available for

YMca Of tHe ROcKieS 2515 tunnel Road estes Park, colorado, 80511

Maintenance Staff

Certified Nursing Assistants and Patient Care Technicians Come be a part of the patient care team where you can make a positive difference to all we serve.

Estes Park Health offers a healthy work-life balance for all of our staff

Apply online at https://eph.org/jobopportunities/

Repair minor problems on grounds in public areas and private accommodations. $15.52-$17.58/hour with full benefits, YMCA membership, retirement fund, childcare assistance, and more.

www.workintherockies.org

spencerfamilychiropractic@yahoo.com

or by phone to (970) 577-0007.

RENTALS

RENTALS

SERVICES

REAL ESTATE

BUSINESS

SALES

Commercial Rentals

Commercial Rentals

Sewing/Alterations

Commercial

Business For Sale

Estate Sales

$40,000 Hair-Nail Salon 30-years in Business 3 Stations-1 Nail Table Call Bret Freedman Estes Park Home Finders 970-215-2494

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

We do the work, you make the $. Local, Affordable, References. CALL JUDI 970-215-5548

Office Space for Rent Remixed Custom Sewing OFFICE SPACE 2 Private Office, Services and Industrial 6 Offices/Whole 2nd Floor Reception Area, Reception Repair 850 sf, Yr. Lease Min. Desk. Shared Cushions, benches, Private Parking, Bathroom, Conference Room leather, campers and Kitchenette, A/C. $900/Month outdoor furniture.

Reasonable Rates. Quality 970-586-3838 Local - call Beth Finishes.

970-492-5446 Located on River.

Call Bret Freedman SERVICES 970-215-2494

Commercial Spaces for sale and lease.

Call Eric.

Anderson Realty.

586-2950

HOUSEHOLD Office Space For Rent Office with Outer Office, Approx. Size 600 SqFt Good Location, Shared Conference Room $600/Month 970-586-3838 OFFICE SPACE For Rent 700 s.f., 3 rooms plus bathroom. Good location/ good parking. $1250/mo. + util. Year lease min.

970-290-4488

Home Repair/Service Need painting, repairs, or projects completed Decks, interior & exterior repairs, painting We can take care of it all.

Call Kevin Ronan 970-888-1140 Will return all calls

Furniture

Piano Tuning Susan Novy, local piano tuner. Call for appt.

577-1755 www.estesparkpiano tuner.com

Clean Waterbed Oak Frame w/ regular mattress, 4 excellent drawers.

Scratchless! $95. Must pick up. 970-679-8349

PUBLIC NOTICE ESTES PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR A BOARD MEMBER POSITION The Estes Park Housing Authority (EPHA) is a not-for-profit organization committed to providing affordable housing to low and moderate-income citizens residing within the Estes Park R3 School District. Board members serve in a volunteer capacity for a 5-year term.

Board member responsibilities include active involvement as an advocate for EPHA in the community, assist in retention and development of housing opportunities, and examine policies, procedures and financial reports. The Board is responsible for the employee review of the Executive Director. Board members will be asked to participate in various committees as needed. Those committees include financial, personnel, and building. Special committee assignments are on an as needed basis.

Board Members must reside within the Estes Park R3 School District. The Board meeting is held the second Wednesday of each month at 8:30 a.m. virtually or in-person in the Hix Room of the US Bank Building located at 363 E Elkhorn Ave. Applications Available: February 18, 2022. Due Date: March 08, 2022 Applications Available: EPHA offices, 363 E Elkhorn Ave, Ste 101, Estes Park, CO. Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm or on our website, www.esteshousing.org

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PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER CLEANING SERVICES

ACCOUNTING

COMPUTER SERVICES

QuickBooks Support

Tax Minimization

CLOUD@CCOUNTING

MuellerPyeCPA.com

970.667.1070

APPLIANCE REPAIR

DRYWALL CONTRACTOR

970-586-2557 theapplianceservicecompany.com ARCHITECTURE

ELECTRICIANS

ATTORNEYS EYECARE/GLASSES

CARPET CLEANING

Dr. Amber Busche 970-586-4418 www.aspen-eyecare.com 600 S Saint Vrain Ave - Suite 5 •equipped to evaluate macular degeneration, glaucoma and cataracts •same day appointments for eye pain and emergencies •referral access to specialized surgeons & advocacy for the best care •full service optical for specialized eyewear Comprehensive Eyecare Right Here in Estes Park!

CHIMNEY SWEEP

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PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER EXCAVATION

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FLOORING

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

HEARING & TINNITUS CARE Cory D. Workman, Au.D.

SERVING ESTES PARK FOR 20 YEARS (970)-577-9855 parkflooring.com

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

HOT TUBS & POOL SERVICES

LINEN SUPPLY -LAUNDRY SERVICE

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PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER MAINTENANCE/REPAIR SERVICES

D Licensed & Insured

DIAMOND D HANDYMAN SERVICE Home Maintenance & Repairs

“Consider It Done!”

Dave 303-877-2007

PAINTING

POWER GENERATION

Call us for all of your painting or staining needs!

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

• 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

PRINTING

HAWKEYE PAINTING “Birds Eye View with a Brush” Ins

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Business 303-747-2778 Cell 970-449-3513 email: polyhawkzen@gmail.com

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Cajun Handyman Services No Job Too Small!

REAL ESTATE

Office: 970-586-2109 Cell: 970-443-5613 Calls Returned Same Day!

cajunhandymanservices21@gmail.com Brian Thibodeaux - owner

PEST CONTROL

Simply. Elevated. Real Estate.

Aaron L. Busche, CNE Broker Associate Aaron@EstesPK.com Cell: (970) 470-9962

RichardsonTeamRealty.com 255 Park Lane, Ste 203 Estes Park, CO 80517

TREE SERVICE PHOTOGRAPHY

• Free Estimates / 24 Hour Emergency • Tree Trimming & Removal • Fire Mitigation / Year Round Service

• Pine Beetle / Mistletoe Management • Scenic View Enhancement • Fully Insured • 30 Years Experience

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WINDOW CLEANING PILATES

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First Colorado Realty Puts Community First Supporting the EPHS Marching Band to competitions

Girl Scouts

EPHS Marching Band

EVICS – used to help move a local family

Girl Scouts

EPHS Marching Band

Girl Scout cookie delivery to our community

EPHS Marching Band

Moving furniture to support Neighbor to Neighbor in Ft Collins

Call us to use our FREE Moving Truck.