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Bluebirds Return To Estes!

A sure sign that spring is near! Richard

Hahn said, “This was the most handsome of the vanguard group of Mountain Bluebird males flying into RMNP on Tuesday, 3/2/21 at 2:57 p.m.”

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

On March 5 at 4:07 police stopped a 21 year old male driver from Estes Park in the 400 block of East Wonderview Ave. On scene the male was issued a summons for driving with fictitious license plates and driving while driver’s license revoked. He was later released.

On March 6 at 2:28 p.m. police were called to a disturbance in the 2100 block of Fall River Road. On scene they arrested a

36 year old male from Thornton, CO and charged him with violation of a restraining order. He was also arrested on a warrant for a felony out of the Lakewood PD. The original charges in Lakewood were burglary, assault, child abuse and domestic violence. He was transported to the Larimer County Jail.

On March 6 at 9:32 p.m. police were called to the 1600 block of Avalon Drive where they arrested a 30 year old male from Estes Park and charged him with providing false identifying information to

police. He was also arrested on a warrant out of Weld County, CO for violation of probation on an original charge of DUI. He was then transported to the Larimer County Jail.

Estes Park Police Department Investigators are looking for any information regarding the theft of auto parts from the Estes Park Shuttle, located at 551 S. Saint Vrain Ave. on the morning of 03/07/2021.

If you have any information please call the Estes Park Police Department Crime Stoppers Line at 970-577-3838.

Crossroads Ministry Delivering The Message Of Christian Love By: Brian Schaffer

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I was reading in the tenth chapter of the Book of Acts about a community leader named Cornelius who served as a high ranking centurion in Caesarea. He had a very busy schedule with lots to do, but seemed to find time to take care of the things in life that mattered most.

Even though he was not yet a follower of Christ he and his family were known as devout, God-fearing people who gave generously to those in need and prayed to God regularly. I bring them up because one afternoon an angel appeared to Cornelius with a message that he wanted him to share with one of the disciples—Peter. Why would God choose Cornelius to deliver a message and not someone else? I don’t have a long theological list of reasons, but I do have an insight to share from my perspective. I think the angel nailed it on the head when he said to Cornelius, “Your prayers and gifts to the poor have come up as a memorial offering before God”. God hears our prayers and knows of the gifts we give to the poor whether it be in way of our time, talents, or treasures. It’s amazing how many people have partnered with Crossroads Ministry in the last year to pray for the welfare of our community and to give so that we could meet the needs of our neighbors.

Through these acts of worship and compassionate giving we have been able to deliver the message of Christian love to hundreds of people. Thank you for praying and for giving! May the Lord bless you and keep you; make his face shine upon you and give you peace.

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David Tavel David Tavel, of Estes Park, passed away on March 4, 2021 at the age of 90. He was known locally for his clever column “On The Other Hand” in the EP News, for his Abe Lincoln portrayals, and for his dedication to numerous community groups.

Born April 25th, 1930 in Worcester, Mass, to Bernard and Bessie (Rogers) Tavel, the family moved to Boston where he was raised with younger brothers Don, and much later, Mark. He loved reading, history, chess, and rooting for the Boston Braves. He rode street cars to Boston English High - the nation’s oldest public high school. While a sophomore, David finished third in the Bostonarea high school spelling championships.

Pursuing interests in history, democracy, and education, he received a BA in History with Honors from U. Mass, an MA in History and International Relations from Clark University, and a Masters and Doctorate in Education from Boston University. Through his academic research – and later books – he explored the roles that public education can play in nurturing the growth of equitable democracies. Much of his work focused on Latin America.

In 1959 he became an Assistant Professor at Colorado State College (later UNC) in Greeley, where he met and later married Marcia Channer. In 1961 they moved to Ohio where David taught at the University of Toledo until retiring as Emeritus Professor in 1989. He explained his job as “teaching teachers how to teach, ” and was a leader in organizations dedicated to the Social Studies.

David and Marcia raised their children Natasha and Michael in Toledo. But back then he always clarified that he “worked”

in Ohio but that they “lived” in Colorado.

Marcia had grown up visiting Glen Haven and in 1966 David and Marcia purchased a cabin next door to family friends near the end of Fox Creek Road. This became their second home. Summers were filled with hiking and David was proud to have made it to the top of Longs Peak – twice. Marcia’s parents, Glenn and Gen Channer, retired to their own place in Glen Haven a few years later. But the Channers, sadly, perished in the ‘76 Big Thompson flood.

In 1989 Marcia and David retired to Estes Park where they became busy with local organizations while satisfying their love of hiking and nature. David also continued a practice of portraying Abraham Lincoln for schools and community groups. He liked that it “got him into the schools.” In Estes, David belonged to Rotary, Estes Valley Land Trust, Knights of the Belt Buckle, the Estes Park Museum, and the Summer Residents Association on whose website you may read a history that he wrote about that group. Always the writer, the historian, and standup comic, he continued to make people think and laugh for many years, even as his memory declined.

David is survived by his wife Marcia of Estes Park, son Michael of Denver; daughter Natasha and her husband Michael also of the Denver area; grandchildren Arlo and Edie Tavel, and many nieces and nephews and their families. A celebration of David will be held in safer times.

In David’s memory, donations may be made to the Estes Valley Library or the Glen Haven Area Volunteer Fire Department.

Michael Tavel

Also see more about David Tavel on page 4 Editor/Publisher Note: Gary and I are saddened at the loss of David Tavel who was an integral part of the Estes Park News for many years. We will miss him, his wit, humor and informative columns that (almost) always graced page 3. There was a week when we had some breaking news and we moved David’s column to another page.

After doing so, David expressed his displeasure that his normal space was taken from him. We promised him on that day that he would always have a spot on page three. This page is for you, David. Thank you and rest in peace. You were a blessing to many and your words will always live on in the history of the Estes Park News.

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Two favorite memories. This page is in memory and honor of David Tavel, a friend and columnist for the EP News for many years. David wrote political opinion, humor and occasionally as a ficticious character, Plotnick. David also portrayed Abraham Lincoln for school programs across Colorado. and a half Cleared his throat twice, then stifled a laugh; “I can see future problems, let me tell you, Man,” So I stretched out, too, and St. Plotnick began:

On The Other Hand By: David Tavel

Yesterday Afghanistan, Today Iraq, At what country tomorrow will Bush take a whack?

Will he dig a hole in a White House garden For that evasive barbarian, Osama bin Laden?

Column from Dec. 27, 2002 A few years ago St. (Plot)Nick made his first appearance in a local newspaper.

Now here he is again, with apologies (barely) to Clement Moore.

A VISIT FROM ST. (PLOT)NICK

How to calm Venezuela run by that Chavez named Hugo, Give him a home on his llanos, and to drive --- an old Yugo.

And the Democratic Party, shall we build it a coffin?

It might win an election, but it won’t win Twas the night after Christmas, the door- one often. bell rang.

Wondering why, from my computer I Live bodies for the Town Board, must we sprang, start a search Reaching the portal I opened it quick, So in two years we won’t get left in the There in Texan cowboy attire was my al- lurch? ter-ego Plotnick.

And the need to recycle, how to get that Board moving, He looked very serious, then asked with a To do something of which town folk will be approving? frown “Are there any Democrats left now here in town?”

Will Good Sam say “Widen Dry Gulch” while the elk all cry “No no,” “The election’s long over,” I said with a grin, And write their own obituaries on a silk kakemono?

“You voted six times and lost, but no matter, come in.”

Will the Bistro re-open with breakfast for free?

And will you and Jim Cleary ever agree?

He plopped down on my sofa, then said with a wink, “It was seven, not six. Now here’s what I As I was shaking my head he rose to his think.” feet; So I sat down beside him and started In a couple of bounds he was out on the softly humming street; Because I had a hunch I knew what was And I heard him exclaim as he jumped in coming. his sleigh, “Ah shore hope y’all had a good Christmas Day.” He stretched out his long legs, he’s 6-8

On Monday, local stamp collector and President Abraham Lincoln impersonator, David Tavel visited our local US Post Office. He purchased the just released Lincoln stamps from Postmaster Becky Glowacki and postal clerk Patty Knight. This video is on our website and seen around the world on CNN. Photo EP NEWS/ Kylie Romig

In February 2009, David Tavel, dressed as Abraham Lincoln, purchased stamps of the just released stamps of Honest Abe. This was also seen on CNN national news.

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Let The Sun Continue To Shine On Your Government Decades ago, the people of Estes Park formed a town government consisting of various laws and roles. They, intending the interplay between laws and roles to provide for the common good, assigned specific responsibilities to elected officials, town employees and themselves. In doing so they reserved certain rights for themselves, including the right to readily

I reviewed specific components of the sunshine laws that apply to the town. Giving special focus to requirements that the Town: a) provide 24-hour notice of meetings between three or more board members, b) keep minutes of such meetings, c) hold executive sessions during regular or special meetings of the board, d) discuss specific categories of issues to be during executive sessions, and e) make no decision during executive sessions. Town Clerk, Jackie Williamson, who’s responsible for making sure these and related regulations are followed, was a primary resource for the study session. I appreciate the diligent manner through which Jackie meets her responsibility.

This year, Sunshine Week is March 14th20th. Below is information about two events that are occurring on-line. Please consider participating in them.

The League of Women Voters South Sunshine Laws: Guide to Colorado Open Meetings & Open Larimer Discussion Records Law. Group hosts the first event at 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, see into the workings of their governMarch 17. It features Jeffrey A. Rogers, ment.

Executive Director of Colorado Freedom Here in Estes Park, and throughout the of Information Coalition (CFOIC), leadUnited States, policies and practices asing a public discussion via Zoom about sociated with the right to open and Transparency in Government. Registratransparent government have come to be tion is free at: tinyurl.com/bv8u3jm6 known as Sunshine Laws. Such laws enNext, CFOIC hosts an on-line discussure certain proceedings of the town sion titled, “Truth Be Told: The Proliferagovernment are open and transparent to tion of Online Misinformation and Disinall townspeople. The policy manual of formation-And what We Can Do About the Town of Estes Park includes the Sun- It.” The on-line discussion begins at 6:30 shine Laws: Guide to Colorado Open p.m., on March 18. Obtain a free ticket Meetings & Open Records Laws. It is the to participate at: keystone rulebook for transparency. www.eventbrite.com/e/truth-beThe News Leaders Association (fortold-tickets-143849839743. merly American Society of News EdiParticipating in these, and other such tors), established Sunshine Week and the events are terrific ways to stay current National Freedom of Information Day In with the Sunshine Laws that guide the 2005. These events, to be held annually work of the town and to learn about rein conjunction with James Madison’s lated issues and developments. During birthday on March 16, each year serve as the upcoming Sunshine Week, I hope valuable reminders of the importance of that you will find time to participate in a open and transparent government and local program that interests you. And, terrific sources of educational informathat in the year ahead, you’ll take advantion. tage of the open and transparent nature In this spirit fostered by the News of Estes Park government to foster the Leaders Association, during a recent common good. study session, town board members and

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Election Security Recent Past and Looking Forward Join the League of Women Voters of Estes Park on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at noon for a virtual public event.

Secretary of State Jena Griswold and Larimer County Clerk and Recorder Angela Myers will explain how they ensure that our votes are secure and verifiable.

Larimer County Clerk Angela Myers

This event is free and open to all Colorado League of Women Voters members and to the general public.

Pre-registration is required at www.lwv-estespark.org A link to the event will be emailed to you after you register.

Secretary of State Jena Griswold

EPH Surgery Program Has Returned To Employed Local Surgeons

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Estes Park Health now has two general surgeons employed through Estes Park Health to provide the community with 24/7 surgical care: Jennifer McLellan, MD, and Scott Woodard, MD. This replaces the contracted Rural Physicians Group “surgicalist” program that has provided general surgery for the last couple of years.

Dr. McLellan has been living and working in Estes Park since December 2019 as a contracted surgicalist through Rural Physicians Group. We’re very pleased to say that, since December 2020, Dr. McLellan has been employed directly through Estes Park Health.

Dr. Woodard was the general surgeon at Estes Park Health from the years of 2000 to 2018. After practicing wound care for two years, he has decided to come back to the world of general surgery, while still maintaining a wound care practice here.

Drs. McLellan and Woodard are excited to work as a team to provide the surgical care for our Estes community.

They’ll offer a variety of services includ-

ing, but not limited, to: · Cholecystectomy · Appendectomy · Hernia surgery · Certain breast surgeries · Power port insertion/removal · Hemorrhoid surgery · Laparoscopic colon resection for cancer or diverticulitis · Surgery for small bowel obstruction · Paracentesis/thoracentesis · Skin lesion/cancer biopsies and excision · Lymph node biopsies/excision · Lipomas, sebaceous cysts, abscess, hematoma · Colonoscopy (screening and diagnostic) and upper endoscopy · Trauma evaluation, chest tubes, and surgery if indicated · Wound care through the EPH Wound Care Clinic Jennifer McLellan, MD Scott Woodard, MD

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Overbeck is a member of the Colorado Assessor Association and International Association of Assessing Officers and will be a presenter at this year’s annual IAAO Conference. He is a former Fort Collins City Councilmember and a Vice-Chair of the Poudre Heritage Alliance Board, which serves the mission of the Cache la Poudre River National Heritage Area.

Larimer County serves all residents and businesses through stewardship of numerous community resources, infrastructure improvement and maintenance, planning services, transparent public records, human and economic health initiatives, and broad community-wide public safety services. The County has a rich agricultural and western heritage that is reflected in our commitment to a high quality of life and preservation of our natural areas.

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Estes Park area residents can participate in a Community Connections online virtual meeting hosted by Larimer County Assessor, Bob Overbeck.

Also supported by the Estes Park League of Women Voters, the online meeting is at 6 p.m., March 15. Estes Park residents will need to register to participate in this meeting. Go to tinyurl.com/aeas8ey5 to register.

Overbeck will cover the role of the Larimer County Assessor, housing market trends, review of 2020 and preview of 2021, the Cameron Peak Fire, and the assessor’s annual report. He will also talk about information and data that are available from the assessor’s office and how to navigate their website to access that information online.

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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.

Estes Valley Fire www.estesvalleyfire.org During the week of February 28, the Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) responded to 10 calls for serv-

ice. This included: • Emergency medical (assist EPH): 1 • Detector/Alarm Activation: 3 • Elevator Rescue: 1 • Motor Vehicle Crash: 2 • Odor Investigation: 1 • Grass Fire: 1 • Mutual Aid: 1 Estes Valley Fire www.estesvalleyfire.org

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Note: Today I wish to pay my respects to David Tavel. I first met David in the early 2000s, when we were both members of the Associate for Responsible Development (ARD). In our meetings held at The View restaurant in the Crags Lodge, I was in awe of David, a twin to Abraham Lincoln and historian extraordinaire, because he wrote a weekly column in the Estes Park News that I read faithfully. A local celebrity! His articles were often debates with fellow columnist Jim Cleary and their readers had fun chuckling over their spars.

When the Learning Place hosted its first spelling bee, the Estes Park News sponsored a team consisting of John Hazlitt (Mr. Balderdash), David Tavel (On the Other Hand) and me. We placed second, thanks to Mr. Tavel, who could spell any word put to him. (Almost. He must have missed one; otherwise we would have won!) Balderdash and I just sat back and watched the man at work. He could spell onomatopoeia! I will miss David Tavel’s gentlemanly calm, his soft-spoken cheer, and his brilliance.

You know how some words elude you so that no matter how many times you study them you can’t remember how to spell them? Dilemma used to be one of those words for me. Was it d-e-l or d-i-l?

Two l’s or two m’s or both? It was a real delem… dillem…quandary for me.

But I have it now.

Some people would say “I’ve got it now. ” Yet, “I’ve got, ” or, “I have got” is redundant. “Have” and “got” are the same thing. Remove the unnecessary “have” and you come up with “I have got it.” But that’s past tense. I’m looking for present tense so “I have it now” is correct.

The title of the 1998 hit film You’ve Got Mail with Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan should actually be You Have Mail. Alas, voice-notification is obsolete today. Nobody’s computer tells them in a soothing voice that you have mail anymore. Instead we get a ding or a chime or a chirp—or nothing—so “you’ve got mail” is a moot point.

Have you ever looked up the word “moot?” It means “debatable.” That’s the exact opposite of how we generally use the word. Funny, the way our words work, isn’t it? “I could care less” actually means “I couldn’t care less. ” Could you or could you not care less? Which is it?

In the first paragraph of this column I said, “the word dilemma used to be…”

Used to? How did those two words, “used” and “to” get together to mean “in the past?”

Don’t look at me. I don’t have the answer. That’s why I’m asking. I could google it, but I’m trying to use Google less (and use DuckDuckGo more), which brings us back around to the topic of this column: a dilemma. As in The Social Dilemma, an absolute mustsee docudrama available on Netflix that should send you scurrying to delete every socially interactive platform you’re signed up on. For me, that’s Facebook.

Not Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Snapchat or TikTok (what is TikTok anyway?)

The film investigates the influence of social media in our lives and the damage it is causing, whether we know it or not. (It’s way more harmful than we think.) You’ll hear from some big names in the social media world: the guy who co-created Facebook’s like button, Google and Pinterest executives, the founder of the field of virtual reality, and professors from high-profile universities, all exploring the effects of social media on our well-being. It’s sobering, especially when these folks, whose entire lives are immersed in the world of internet analytics, are asked if they let their own children use social media.

Their resounding answer is no. No, no, no.

You remember all those blender ads you saw after you shopped for a blender on Amazon? And the promos that bombarded your screen after you looked for cheap airfares? Those are the obvious ways you’re being watched, charted, analyzed, and manipulated. But it goes so much deeper than we think. People are getting sucked into the underground world of harnessed maximum user engagement. Read that again: harnessed maximum user engagement. That means we are being coerced into photo tagging, making comments and replying to comments so that They can capture everything there is to know about us.

They know exactly who we are and then fake news sources hit us hard with misinformation, advertisers won’t leave us alone, and mobs form and break windows, laws and lives. Oh, and the social media moguls make oodles of money.

(One of the many disturbing facts the film shares is that kids are begging to get plastic surgery so they can look more like their touched-up selfies. Another is when I google something, the results I see will be different than my neighbor's because the data Google has harnessed about me is different. That’s one reason our country has become deeply divided; you and I are getting conflicting information from the same source but we don’t know it! This is dangerous and disturbing stuff, this online mind-manipulation.)

Of course there are benefits to social media. We’ve reconnected with old friends, we look for and land jobs, we can distribute information quickly, and we can teach and learn virtually when being together in person is unsafe. But we need to be very careful because with good comes a lot of evil.

Our brains are being hacked, and we are unaware. Social media has been crafted to do just that. What you see on your Facebook timeline, for example, has been especially served to you by algorithms. It seems random but it is absolutely and intentionally strategic.

Watch The Social Dilemma and take your brain back before we disappear into the social media abyss. Get out while you still can!

You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2021 Sarah Donohoe

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Larimer Fires Long Term Recovery Group Supports Fire Survivors with Resources

The Larimer Fires Long Term Recovery Group (LTRG), formed in late August 2020, is actively assisting fire survivors as they rebuild their lives. Community members affected by the 2020 Cameron Peak Fire and East Troublesome Fire, are encouraged to contact our Case Managers to learn more about the different resources they are eligible for as they plan for spring and summer clean up and construction.

LTRG Case Managers are standing by ready to help survivors. They can be reached at 970.232.1150 or LarimerFires2020@lfsrm.org. More information about the LTRG can be found online, https://larimerrecovers.org/larimer-longterm-recovery-group/. The Larimer County Fire Recovery Fund (held at the United Way of Larimer County) will fund many of the fire survivors unmet finan-

cial needs. In order to access funds and submit financial assistance requests, fire survivors must meet with Case Managers.

Volunteers Needed This Spring The Larimer County fires were officially contained in early December 2020; since then, the U.S. Forest Service, many County departments, watershed coalitions, property owners, and other organizations have been evaluating burn area re-

ports and property damage assessments.

These documents inform, and help prioritize, future fire mitigation and flood mitigation operations. Within the next few months, the LTRG will begin recruiting skilled and unskilled volunteers to serve during spring and summer Community Clean Up days in the burn areas. The community is encouraged to visit the centralized volunteer platform, https://www.nocovolunteers.org/, and create a volunteer profile. Once the Community Clean Up days are scheduled, those interested in fire recovery projects will be notified, and then they can sign up to help.

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New Loan Officer At Bank Of Estes Park Bank of Estes Park is pleased to anCommerce, and will be very involved in nounce a very valuable addition to our the community in many ways, as is the management team— tradition at Bank of Robert Armstrong, Loan Estes Park.

Officer. With over three Robert moved to Estes decades as a banking proPark from Boulder last fessional, he has done it summer with his wife all—primarily working and daughter, and they for small, community are all looking forward banks, including helping to hiking and enjoying launch a de novo bank, all of the beauty that but also working for Estes Park has to offer. larger banks along the We love adding this way. His education innew local resident to cludes a BS in Finance our team at the only and Business Administratruly local bank in tion from the University Estes Valley, and we’re of Maryland, and various sure you will like him Robert Armstrong banking schools over the as much as we do. years.

We believe that our expertise, service Robert strongly believes in the partnerlevel, products, pricing, and support of ship of businesses, professionals, and resi- our community are unrivaled. From dents, working together to build a healthy 1965 to now, we remain the only truly loeconomy and improve the quality of life cal bank in Estes Valley, and we appreciin a community. Highlights from his past ate your business and support—Robert is service include a wide variety of commu- here and ready to exceed your expectanity and museum board positions. He is tions for your banking and borrowing joining the board of the Estes Chamber of needs.

Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary Grant Application Deadline Fast Approaching The deadline for the Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary (EVSR) 2021 Community Grants Application Program is March 31, 2021. Charitable and other tax-exempt organizations in the Estes Valley are encouraged to submit a grant application which supports programs and projects to benefit the Estes Valley community.

Awards will be announced in late April.

The grant application and guidelines can be found on the home page of the EVSR website, https://portal.clubrunner.ca/5242. Email the completed form to estessunriserotary@gmail.com (preferred) or mail the application to P. O. Box 4261, Estes Park, CO 80517.

Funding for the Community Grants primarily comes from the two fundraising events the Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary conducts each year, The Labor Day Arts & Crafts Show and Autumn Gold, as well as through donations from community

business partners and individual contributors. Although we did not have our major fundraiser this year, we are proud that we are able to continue our community grant program. We look forward to hosting our fundraisers this year.

Rotary is a service organization of business and professional leaders united worldwide. Rotarians provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build peace in the world. Rotary is dedicated to promoting truth, enhancing good will and friendships, and being beneficial and fair to all concerned. Nearly 1.2 million men and women belong to over 31,000 Rotary clubs in over 160 countries.

Membership is by invitation and reflects a cross section of each community. The Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary Club is committed and dedicated to supporting the Estes Valley community.

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The Elizabeth Guild Thrift Shop is having a huge sale March 16 through the 20th. The savings on children's clothing will be substantial -- buy one and get two free. Additionally, games, toys and puzzles, home decor and all kitchen items from dishes to small appliances will be 50 percent off (Lizzie’s Boutique not included). The inventory is abundant. "We are taking spring cleaning seriously and are offering a large amount of items in the store at half price," said David Trabold, manager of the thrift shop at 427 W. Elkhorn Avenue. And don't forget, that in an effort to promote reading, all children age 12 and under, accompanied by an adult, will get a free book when they come to the store. "We also want to offer teachers the opportunity to stock up on books, notebooks, art supplies, crayons and general office supplies," said David.

"If you are a teacher, come see me at the store about your classroom needs and how we can partner with you. We are open 10 a. m. to 3 p. m.

Tuesday through Saturday."

The thrift store has had to balance the need to quarantine donations, as mandated by the state, with an overwhelming flood of donations from generous Estes Valley residents. At times, David acknowledged, it's been difficult for members of the public to know whether the store was accepting donations or was full. "Now we are on a more even keel, accepting donations Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a. m. to 3 p.

m." he added. "We accept almost everything in clean and unbroken condition. But please don't dump unwanted furniture, large appliances, tv’s or computers. It's against the law and it means that we have to take it to recycling and pay for disposal." If you have any questions about whether the store will accept certain items, phone (970) 586-7205 for guidance.

The store is stocked to the brim with clothing of all types and sizes including many winter coats and jackets. "We give you low cost options for clothing and it saves you a trip to the valley," David said. He added that coming to work at the Elizabeth Guild is a real pleasure because of its cadre of volunteers. "This is the most selfless group I've ever worked with," he said. "And it's a fun place to work." All proceeds from the sales go to buy medical equipment for Estes Park Health and provide scholarships for EPH employees.

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100 Years: A Celebration of Women, Their Stories - Book Available Now

The 100 Years: A Celebration of Women, Their Stories project has come to an end.

These stories ran weekly in the Estes Park News over the course of the last year.

If you have missed a story and would like to have the entire collection to read again, enjoy as a keepsake or to share with others, you can purchase the book at the Macdonald Book Shop for $10.00 (plus tax). Each author who wrote a story, may pick up their complimentary copy of the book at the Estes Park Library.

The task force “The 19th Amendment and the Extraordinary Women of the Estes Valley” was honored to help bring these stories to our community. As an extension of the task force’s work, the net proceeds from the sale of the book will go toward the Women’s Monument Project currently underway.

Find Your Volunteer Match @Estesvolunteers By: Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center

EPNRC is adapting its volunteer program, Estes Volunteers. We strive to connect volunteers with opportunities to serve our partner nonprofits. To that end, we have created a community Facebook page, @EstesVolunteers, that allows nonprofits to self-post volunteer opportunities. Individuals can respond to those opportunities directly or post skills they would like to use to help.

EPNRC received a grant from Village Thrift Shop that allowed us to pilot an online platform to make volunteer connections. Although robust in function and ability, it didn't really fit the needs of our community. We saw during COVID that our community of eager helpers enjoy using Facebook as an efficient and comfortable, easy-to-access space to communicate and share online.

In addition to managing the

@EstesVolunteers Facebook page, EPNRC's Estes Volunteers program will also include: monthly newsletter to volunteers in the community highlighting current opportunities, monthly newspaper articles to share current volunteer opportunities, a comprehensive list of local nonprofits online that also designates organizations that accept volunteers.

We will also continue to offer educational opportunities and support in volunteer training, recognition, and retention to nonprofits.

Please like this new Facebook page, we are excited to offer a quick and easy online space for volunteer matchmaking in our community.

“If our hopes of building a better and safer world are to become more than wishful thinking, we will need the engagement of volunteers more than ever.”

— Kofi Annan

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GSS ESTES PARK VILLAGE FRIED FISH COMMUNITY DINNER

It’s The Time Of Year!

Elk Antlers Being Shed

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March sure is galloping in this year with all its green and golden glory! The cheerful proliferation of green shamrocks printed all over the place are a constant reminder that St. Patrick’s Day is the event of the month, but did you know the real St. Patrick originally had light blue attire? It wasn’t until he started using shamrocks as a teaching tool that green came to be associated with this icon of Ireland.

Although that might be useful knowledge to have on hand for your next trivia night with friends, I’m also sharing that fact with you because I think it is important to remember we have the power to craft our own history.

I love the thought that we craft our own history, regardless of what others try to say our story should be.

Each of us tells the world what we stand for, if not with a particular shade of blue or green, then with a particular response to the people around us. We can change our own standard and improve what we are best known for.

This month marks only one-quarter of the year already written for the history books, which leaves us with nine months remaining in this year’s journal. Starting now, you can decide what details to include and what is not worth bothering with. You can add in new plot twists, welcome new characters, and decisively edit out anything or anyone that doesn’t belong in your story.

Try this: picture what you want people to say about you in December, then write down nine things that would need to happen for that statement to be true. Just like that, you wrote your own history and how have a goal for each month ahead of you.

Since you already wrote the story as you want it to end, all that is left is for you to enjoy living out the details and enjoying the smaller developments along the way. Here’s hoping it is full of good luck and good times!

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Shed elk antler in RMNP.

It’s springtime in the Rockies. The time we get our biggest snowfalls and the bull elk begin to lose their antlers.

Mary Moore sent us this photo (above) of an antler that a bull elk in RMNP had just shed! She said “The bull only had one antler when I was photographing him. He crossed the road in front of us and when he landed in the field, the antler dropped. It was amazing to see!”

Many folks ask us, “Can I pick up and take home shed antlers if I find them in Rocky Mountain National Park?” From the park, the answer is no! By federal regulation, nothing may be possessed,

Photo by Mary Moore.

destroyed, injured, defaced, removed, dug up, or disturbed from its natural state, including antlers (also, any living or dead wildlife or fish, nests, plants, minerals, and more).

The reason is, shed antlers are important to the interconnectedness of nature. Many species gnaw or chew on shed antlers as a source of vitamins and minerals, including squirrels, mice, fox, coyotes, bears, and even the elk and deer.

So make sure to leave antlers where you find them so others can enjoy them, and to let nature take its course.

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CDOT Strongly Urges Motorists To Plan Now: Avoid Traveling During The Upcoming Major Snowstorm six feet in parts of the foothills.

Heavy accumulations are possible along I-70, I25 and other highway corridors in the foothills and the Front Range.

Heavy snow is expected

along the I-70 mountain corridor to the Eisenhower Memorial Johnson With the potential of a high-impact snow storm in the forecast this weekend, CDOT is urging motorists to keep a close watch on the weather and road conditions and plan to stay off the roads during the storm.

The forecast has a wide range of accumulations from one to three feet of snow in and around the Denver region, particularly the western and southern areas.

Heavier snow may fall over the foothills and east of the Continental Divide. The most severe impacts are expected for the lower elevations. The storm is expected to hit late Friday and last through the weekend. The last time a storm like this swept the state was in 2003 with up to

Tunnel.

Here is what motorists need to know: If you are planning to travel the I-70 mountain corridor for a weekend in the mountains, head to your destination BEFORE the storm, before Friday evening.

Regardless of your destination, get there before the storm hits.

AVOID traveling on impacted roads during the storm, throughout the Denver metro area, on the I-70 Mountain Corridor and I-25 South Gap construction zone between Castle Rock and Monument. CDOT is likely to close these roadways for safety reasons de-

pending on the severity of the storm.

It is also possible I-70 east of Airpark Road and other roadways in the Eastern Plains may close depending on the severity of the storm.

CDOT crews will be out in force and plowing roads, focusing on clearing I-25, I-70 and impacted interstates. They will make multiple passes on these roads during the storm and will not be able to plow the secondary routes until the worst of the storm has passed. This means many roadways could be heavily snow packed, making for hazardous driving conditions.

During a significant and high impact snow storm, travel should be limited to emergency and essential reasons with the proper vehicle and tires for heavy snow. DO NOT ATTEMPT to drive in such weather conditions unless you have the appropriate tires with good tread.

Motorists should leave ample distance behind the vehicle ahead and NOT PASS PLOWS. If you are out in the storm, have an emergency kit with blankets, food, batteries, water, a shovel and survival supplies should you get stuck or stranded.

It’s best to STAY OFF THE ROADS DURING A HEAVY SNOW EVENT. For more information on preparing for the snow, chain and traction laws and other winter storm related guidance, go to winter.codot.gov

STAY INFORMED: Travelers are urged to “know before you go.” Gather information about weather forecasts and anticipated travel impacts and current road conditions prior to hitting the road. CDOT resources include: Road conditions and travel information: www.COtrip.org Sign up for project or travel alerts: bit.ly/COalerts See scheduled lane closures: codot.gov/travel/scheduled-lane-closures.html Connect with us on social media: Twitter @coloradodot and Facebook facebook.com/coloradodot ABOUT WINTER WISE CDOT’s Winter Wise campaign focuses on education, tools and resources to help keep drivers safe on Colorado’s winter roads. To learn more and view helpful tips for winter driving, visit winter.codot.gov. For specific information about I-70 and other highway travel conditions, motorists can call 511 or check COtrip.org. Additionally, drivers can check Twitter for up-to-date travel information via @ColoradoDOT. For more detailed information about the Traction and Passenger Vehicle Safety Laws, snowplow laws, safety stats and frequently asked questions, visit winter.codot.gov.

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COVID-19 VACCINE Salud is offering COVID vaccine to anyone who is 65 years of age or older.

You do not need to be a Salud patient.

Please register at saludclinic.org or scan the QR code.

Online COVID vaccine registration is highly reccomended.

Following registration, Salud will contact you to schedule (date, time & location) your COVID vaccine appointment.

The COVID vaccine is safe and will slow the spread of the virus.

Protect yourself and those around you, get vaccinated today!

VACUNA CONTRA COVID-19 Salud está ofreciendo la vacuna contra COVID a cualquier persona de 65 años o más No necesita ser paciente de Salud.

Por favor regístrese en saludclinic.org o escanee el código QR. Se recomienda encarecidamente registrarse en línea para la vacuna contra COVID. Una vez que se ha registrado, Salud lo contactará para programar su cita (fecha, hora y lugar) para la vacuna contra COVID. La vacuna contra COVID es segura y disminuirá la propagación del virus. ¡Protéjase y proteja a todos los que lo rodean, póngase la vacuna hoy!

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Thanking Front Line Workers At Estes Park Health Mina with Dr. Florence and Vern Carda, EP Health CEO.

COVID-19 thank you to local health care workers from a local high school club Mina Honda, President of the Estes Park High School Key Club, (who has been Student of the Week and has a full ride four year academic scholarship to Vanderbilt) recently did something wonderful for our local health care workers.

Dr. Aaron Florence, Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine told us, “A few weeks ago Mina contacted me and said that the Key Club would like to give

personal handwritten cards to every employee of Estes Park Health to say thank you for all they have done Mina Honda through COVID. I asked her if maybe a big banner (that could hang in the foyer) that was signed by all the members of the Key Club would be a bit easier, but she insisted on handwrit-

ten, personalized cards which was much more work.” On behalf of the Key Club, Mina went to the hospital on March 3 and personally delivered the cards, much to the delight of the healthcare workers at EP Health.

Dr. Florence added, “I was personally very touched by this heartfelt gesture by these truly amazing kids. As Mina and I walked around the hospital so she could deliver the cards to the vari-

ous department leaders, each employee was so grateful for the thoughtfulness of our local high school students. It really meant a lot for each employee to receive such a compassionate and kind ‘thank you.’ It has been a challenging year, not just at Estes Park Health, but for our entire town, and for each of us, so acts of kindness like this really do mean a lot and help so much.”

Thank you to Mina and members of the EPHS Key Club. Your hearts and spirits shine bright in our community!

Mina presenting cards to various departments at EP Health.

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EPMS Sock Fundraiser Mar 12 – Mar 15

Estes Park Middle School Choirs are beginning a contact-free fundraising campaign that not only benefits the choir students but also veterans in Colorado.

From now through March 15, all EPMS choir students will be selling socks-colorful, fun, playful socks. A three-pack of these socks may be purchased for $27.99. But that’s not all!

For every three-pack that is sold, the choir students are donating one pair of warm socks to Colorado Veterans Living Community Living Center at Fitzsimons.

Melissa Blair-O’Shaughnessy, Recreational Therapy Director at the Center commented, “Thank you so much for selecting us to receive the benefits of all your students' hard work! We will gladly accept socks to honor our Veterans.”

If you would like to assist the students of EPMS and our Veterans by purchasing a three-pack of socks, simply go to tinyurl.com/vha3ax57 or email Dr. Alan Denney at alan_denney@estesschools.org for more information.

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iddle chool Choir will be running their 1st Annual Crazy Sock Fundraiser.

When is this: This online, COVID responsible event, will run for 2 weeks.

Starting on Tuesday, arch nd and ending on onday, arch 5th.

Thursday, March 18th 6:30p

Why are we selling socks: Due to COVID, we have not been able to do any traditional fundraisers. Our goal is to sell over 00 packs of socks. This will allow us to raise over $ ,000 AND our fundraising partner will donate 1-pair of new socks for EVERY pack sold to the Colorado eterans Community i ing Center. Socks are the most needed and least donated item for people in need. Help our community and our students with this fundraiser.

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How does it work: Scan the code or go to the lin to see the socks that can be purchased. Don’t forget to share this with your friends & family because these socks can be shipped across the country.

We need every student to sell 5 (or more) packs to help meet our goal.

You can share via email, social media and even text. Just scan the code and send away!!!

Contact frontrangefundraising@gmail.com with any questions

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Five Fun Facts About… Sandhill Cranes By: Dawn Wilson

River in Nebraska, a few will wander into Colorado. Learn a little more about This week’s featured animal is the this prehistoric bird. sandhill crane. March is peak season for the migration of the sandhill cranes 1. Sandhill cranes are considered to be one of the oldest living bird species on through the Central Flyway. This corearth. The earliest sandhill crane fossil is ridor stretches from the western Gulf estimated to be 2.5 million years old.

Coast in Texas to the U. S. – Canada border in Montana and includes the 2. In Estes Valley, you are more likely states in the central portion of the U. to hear than see these large birds as they S., including Colorado. Although more pass overhead during their migration. than 600,000 sandhill cranes — about On occasion, however, a few may stop 80 percent of the world’s population — in the wet meadows of Rocky Mountain migrate and stopover along the Platte National Park.

The gray feathers of sandhill cranes appear rusty as a result of staining from the iron found in tundra ponds where they nest.

Adult sandhill cranes are easy to identify by their crimson forehead.

3. The call of the sandhill crane is very distinct and unmistakable. Listen for their loud rattling bugle call, which can be heard up to 2.5 miles away from the bird.

4. The feathers of the sandhill crane are mostly gray but often appear rusty, a result of iron stains from tundra ponds.

Male and female adult sandhill cranes have the distinct crimson forehead.

5. Sandhill cranes have a huge range.

Subspecies are found in Florida, Mississippi and Cuba, but the bulk of the popu-

lation spends the winters in warm southern states like Texas, New Mexico and Arizona. Breeding grounds extend as far north as central Alaska.

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 and calendars at DawnWilsonPhotography.com or follow her on Instagram: @dawnwilsonphoto.

Although there are a few places in Colorado where sandhill cranes stop during their migration or nest in the summer, the large birds are most likely to be seen flying overhead during migration in Estes Valley.

Sandhill cranes mate for life and are frequently seen in family units of three in the winter.

More than half a million sandhill cranes pass through Nebraska each spring during their annual migration north.

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By: Scott Rashid

Let’s Give The Owls Their Space

Director of CARRI, Colorado Avian Research and Rehabilitation Institute

March is a special time of year, as many species of birds begin returning to the Estes Valley to either search for a mate or rekindle their existing relationship.

A species that begins soliciting a mate and starts nesting during this time is the Great Horned Owl. The Great Horned Owls are quite common and often easy to watch while nesting.

Owls do not construct nests, but rather use a structure previously created by a woodpecker, hawk, eagle, raven, crow or magpie. Due to the Great Horned Owl's large size, they often choose a nest more easily seen by humans. This is frequently a problem for the owls, as people spend too much time near the nests simply to get photographs.

Many of us remember the Great Horned Owls that used to nest on the rocks near the library, but what most of you are unaware of is that those birds moved away because of too many people with cameras bothering them. I use the term people with cameras versus photographers, because true photographers, learn about and know their subject before taking a photograph. They have the ultimate care and concern for the safety poor bird was on the ground and terriof any wildlife and therefore seldom, if fied and had been there all day! ever, bother them while taking their photographs. People with cameras are the When I got there, several individuals biggest reason for owls leaving their his- were taking photos of the owl. I asked toric nesting sites in the Estes Valley and RMNP. Many years ago, a pair of Great Horned Owls chose to nest on a cliff ledge near the library. For a few years, the birds were quite happy. A few years back some people decided to climb above the nest to get photographs from above.

What these individuals didn’t seem to know, is that birds, including birds of prey, do not like anyone above them while the females are incubating their eggs.

They climbed above the nest, just after the female began incubating her eggs. The female got scared and left her eggs unattended while the people were photographing her.

Sadly, while she was off of her eggs, a pair of ravens seized the opportunity and destroyed her eggs. A few weeks later she laid a second clutch. Again, people with cameras climbed above her and the same thing happened.

In 2016, the pair chose to nest on an open ledge of the cliff. This way no one could get above the incubating female and bother her. That year the female successfully raised two owlets. However, on June 19, one of the owlets fell off the cliff and landed very close to a stream under the cliff.

I was told that the owl was first seen about 7:30 a.m. that morning. A friend arrived at the site that afternoon at about 4:00 and saw all of the people photoArtwork by Scott Rashid graphing the owl and began asking questions. She called me to tell me that the

them if anyone thought to call the police or CPW to have someone help the owl.

They explained that they were more concerned about taking photos of the owl, and didn’t want anyone to move the bird because it was in such a unique location. I slowly made my way to the owl and picked it off of the branch and placed it on the limb of a tree near the cliff. I didn't have a ladder, so I could only place the owl about seven feet off the ground. As before, people with cameras overwhelmed the bird simply to take photos.

The following day, I returned to see if the owlet was alright. I found it perched on the railing of the Haber Hotel several yards away. I walked up the steps of the hotel and slowly grasped the owlets by its legs and picked it off the railing. Once the owl was in my hands I walked back towards the nest and placed it in a spruce tree close to its mother. That evening the owlet made its way up the cliff near its mother.

In 2017 and 2018 the adult owls returned to that same cliff ledge and nested. In 2018 one of the owlets fell off of the cliff and ended up on a bush near the creek. Nick Mollé called and told me that an owlet had fallen from its nest. I happened to have my ladder in the back of my pickup and I was close by. A short time later, I arrived at the site and found Nick, who pointed out where the owlet was.

I put on my waders and waded across the creek toward the owlet. Once I was near it, I slowly grasped it by the legs, picked it off of the bush, and walked back through the creek to a nearby spruce tree. The ladder was placed against the tree so I

could climb the ladder with the owlets and place it high enough in the tree that it would feel safe and farther away from the people with cameras. As far as I am aware, the owls have not returned to that cliff, and most likely won’t.

A few years ago a pair of Great Horned Owls began nesting in a well-known tree on private property in town. I wanted to see the people taking photos of the owlet, so I arrived at the location one afternoon. There were two men and a woman there. The two men were talking about all of the locations they have been and what they had been taking photos of.

The owlets were hunkered down in their nest cavity. I asked the two guys if the owlets had been active. They explained that the owlets were moving quite a bit when they first arrived but were not moving anymore. I asked them if they thought that the owlets were lying down because the two guys were talking so loud that they were scaring the owlets. They didn’t like my question and didn’t answer it. I moved off and haven’t returned to that site since.

Also last year, I met someone who told me that one of the owlets had fallen from that tree and ended up on the ground. As with the other situations, no one called CPW or anyone else to help the owlet. According to this fellow, the owlet was on the ground for quite a while before making its way to a small tree. They didn’t want to lose any photographic opportunities by actually having someone assist the owlet.

These stories are becoming way too common in the Estes Valley, forcing the birds of prey to move from good nesting sites to less attractive ones just to feel safe.

A few years ago there was a coyote den in the park. I was told by four people about that den. Each person said to me, “I know of a coyote den in the park, but don’t tell anyone.” I have little interest in coyotes and did not go near the site.

However, one of those friends was at the site taking photographs and counted 27 individuals with cameras. The interesting thing about that is no one told anyone about that site, yet 27 individuals were there together.

I understand the fascination that we all have with owls and other predators. I would simply suggest that unless you are researching a specific species or nest, please stay away from nesting owls until the owlets are at least two weeks old.

Then, simply arrive at the site once or twice for the next two weeks only taking a few images and then leave them be.

Think of it this way... how do you feel when you're at home eating dinner with your family and a telemarketer calls? Or watching your favorite TV show and someone comes to your door and tries to sell you something? I presume that is the same way the owls and the owlets feel when people are photographing them all day. Let give the owls a break!

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SURROUNDED BY HEROES

It was such a joy to me to attend the ceremony to dedicate the Estes Park Veterans Monument on Veterans Day in 2017. It was so inspiring to see the men and women representing the different branches of our Armed Services and to hear about each branch’s sacrificial service to the safety of our nation and world. ‘Heroes every one!’ was the thought that came to my mind as I watched these people displaying their uniforms and hearing about individual years of dedicated service.

We, in Estes Park, are ‘surrounded’ by such. Even before the day that the Memorial was dedicated, we had become very aware of others who wear that ‘hero’ designation. I have a special DVD of people who came to the aid of many during the historic flood we had in 2013. And since that time we have seen so many others ‘step up’, often at great risk to themselves, to render service to the community as a whole, and to the region even beyond.

Certainly we became aware of those ‘heroes’ who served this whole area during the Cameron Peaks and Troublesome fires that raged all around Estes Park and neighboring communities. I talked to a couple Sunday that said the fires came right up to their porch in Glen Haven, but their house survived due to the heroic efforts of the fire fighters that feverishly worked to stop its progress. How glowingly they talked about those individuals and their efforts! And we’ve seen many other tributes given to such as we drove down the canyon and saw the many ‘Thanks, Heroes!’ signs posted in yards and on trees. We are so indebted to all such valiant and self-sacrificing people.

As we have witnessed the events of the past year we have seen many other ‘Heroes’ emerge to risk lives and expend endless energy to serve and save others. We have all been awed by the many health professionals (ie. ‘Heroes’) who have risked their own health, even their lives, to minister to the countless Covid-19 patients that have been blessed by their caring and their sacrifices, in order to facilitate their patients’ recoveries.

Along with these we would include the ‘first-responders’ that continually jeopardize ‘self’ in order to ‘protect and serve’ Estes Park, the neighboring communities, and all other communities in our nation and world. These police and fire persons, along with EMTs and others, are often unappreciated by many…but so appreciated by those who have had their lives saved and welfare protected by their dedicated efforts.

Another group of ‘Heroes’ that we should constantly honor are those teaching our children.

Until now we have often failed to realize just how ‘risky’ the work in the classroom can be. The pandemic changed all that, as we recognize how susceptible all the people in a classroom can be to any illness carried by anyone in the room. So, ‘hats off!’ to all those school personnel who serve so faithfully and sacrificially.

Another group that I see as ‘Heroes’ are the families of all of those I’ve described in this article. Each family sacrifices a great deal in order for their father, mother or other family member, to serve in the sacrificial ways I’ve mentioned above. An Old Testament story tells about an army of soldiers that went out to battle, while a second ‘army’ of people stayed and secured the ‘stuff’ or supplies for the departing soldiers. When the ‘spoils’ of the battles were divided, all those of both armies were rewarded equally, because both were ‘hero’ groups. That’s the way I see those families of people who serve in all these areas. There are many others ‘serving’ and ‘sacrificing’ so they can serve.

I have another ‘Hero’ that I want to introduce to you in this article. Our preacher, Gabe Bruyere, who serves and sacrifices for the Estes Park Church of Christ, also serves in the ‘Reserves’ with the Wyoming National Guard. Perhaps you are aware that that National Guard unit is currently ‘standing guard’ over the Capitol building in Washington D.C. They have been there for over a month, protecting the building and our lawmakers, as they face uncertain times right now.

Even this week a threat surfaced, and they had to be especially vigilant. But, probably due to their presence, no attack took place. Please keep all these ‘Guard’ members in your prayers. Also, as I just mentioned, keep their families in your thoughts and prayers. Gabe’s wife, Rachel, and their small children, Cameron and Mason, have sacrificed much during his soon-to-be six week long absence.

Thank you, Heroes!

Bob Lewis

Estes Park Senior Citizens Center Menu March 15 – 19 Monday, Mar 15

Swiss Mushroom Burger w/ potato salad

Tuesday, Mar 16

Vegetarian Pasta Primavera w/ garlic bread & side salad

Resilience Is Key to Meeting Financial Goals In just about any endeavor, you’ll benefit by showing resilience – and that’s certainly true when it comes to achieving your financial goals.

You can demonstrate this resilience by answering these questions: What is your specific goal? What obstacle do you face in achieving this goal? How can you overcome this obstacle?

Here are some examples of how this resiliency process works: Goal: Building sufficient retirement funds To build sufficient retirement income, you need to invest in the financial markets through your 401(k), IRA and other accounts. But how should you respond when these markets go through periods of volatility? Your best defense is to remain invested. If you were to jump out of the market every time it dropped, you’d probably miss out on the rebounds that followed. Also, over a period of decades, the effects of short-term market fluctuations tend to diminish, so while the results of any particular day or week may not look good on your investment statement, the importance of these results may diminish in 10 or 20 years.

Goal: Maintaining steady cash flow Keeping a steady cash flow is essential to meeting your daily and monthly expenses. So, it’s obviously important that you maintain sufficient earned income.

But what happens if you encounter a serious illness or injury that keeps you from work for an extended period? Depending on the length of time you’re not working, you could feel a real financial pinch, so you may want to consider some type of disability insurance. Your employer may offer a short-term policy as an employee benefit, but it might not be sufficient, so you may need to look at private coverage.

Goal: Keeping retirement accounts intact Ideally, you’d like to leave your IRA,

401(k) and other accounts intact until you need to start tapping into them when you retire. But what if you face an unexpectedly large medical bill or you need to replace your furnace or get a new car? If you don’t have the money readily available, you might be forced to dip into your IRA and 401(k), incurring taxes and potential penalties and leaving yourself fewer resources for retirement.

You can help avoid this setback by creating an emergency fund containing three to six months’ worth of living expenses, with the money kept in a liquid, lowrisk account.

Goal: Having confidence in your strategy To achieve your important financial goals, you need a strategy – and you need to believe in it strongly enough to keep following it during all types of stress on the financial markets. It’s not always easy to maintain this conviction – less than half of Americans are confident in their abilities to recover quickly from difficult financial situations, according to a new survey from Edward Jones. One way to help gain this confidence is by working with a financial advisor.

In fact, 36 percent of those surveyed began working with a financial advisor in 2020 for help navigating the past year.

The importance of receiving good advice became apparent during the COVID-19 pandemic, which brought about a variety of financial worries, such as job loss, retirement considerations, caregiving for elderly parents or providing financial support to adult children.

You will face some challenges on your journey toward achieving your financial objectives. But by being resilient, you can stay on the right road.

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

Wednesday, Mar 17 Corned Beef & Cabbage Thursday, Mar 18

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

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Signature Salad w/ Grilled Salmon (greens topped w/ tomatoes, corn, cheese, craisins, pecans & croutons) & ranch dressing

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Breakfast Burrito (eggs, cheese, refried beans & potatoes in floured tortilla) w/ green chili on the side Tuesday, Mar 23 Smothered Chicken (6 oz) (topped w/ mushrooms, green peppers & onions) w/ Roasted Potatoes Wednesday, Mar 24 Hot Turkey Sandwich w/ mashed potatoes, gravy & vegetables Thursday, Mar 25 Chicken Alfredo w/ Spaghetti, garlic bread & side salad Friday, Mar 26 Fish & Homemade Chips w/ soup of the day All noon meals are $5 for current EP Senior Citizens Center members and are by reservation only. Reservations must be made by 1:00 PM at least one business day in advance. Note, if you want to reserve a meal for Monday, Mar 15th, you need to call before 1:00 PM on Friday, Mar 12th. 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 still closed; no activities. Now is the time to Join/Renew Membership for 2021! Meals-to-Go will be delivered to your vehicle at the Senior Citizens Center! Pick up times 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

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Estes Park Woman’s Club Makes Donations To The Estes Park Community This past year due to COVID-19 restrictions the club was unable to hold all of the fundraisers that have traditionally generated funds that the club has used to support projects in the Estes community.

Thanks to the generous donations by members, the club had funds to continue to support various organizations in the Estes area. In particular this year, donations were made to Crossroads Ministry, Salud Clinic and the Estes Park Woman’s Monument as well as the Estes Park Elementary School Kindergarten Round-Up, Cliffhanger Used Book Store, the Mountainaires, Bright Christmas and the EP Elementary School

Salud Clinic-Ann Dinsmoor, Marianne Dungan, Judi Cunningham.

Clothes Closet. Money has been reserved to sponsor the Estes Valley Library’s Literacy Fund that brings an author to speak to EP students.

Estes Park Woman’s Club is the oldest philanthropic organization in Estes Park- over 100 years of supporting the Estes Park Community. COVID-19 did not deter the members from continuing the tradition of giving back to the community. Anyone interested in becoming a member of this wonderful organization, please contact the club at EstesParkWomansclub1912@gmail.com

Crossroads Ministry-Judi Cunningham, Tim Van Ryn, Ann Dinsmoor.

Estes Park Woman’s Monument-Ann Dinsmoor, Ron Wilcocks and Judy Schaffer.

Congratulations to Korben Davis, the Estes Park High School Student of the Week for March 12, 2021.

At EPHS, Korben said, “So far I am not participating in any clubs or sports, but my favorite class is Independent Film Making with Mr. Regan.

It is my favorite because it lets me get creative. In school, I have managed to get good grades and have fun at the same time.”

Outside of school Korben likes to mountain bike and loves to drive down long open stretches of road and cruise. He has three older sisters, Kiki, Becki and Megan and Korben said, “I love them very much and I am glad I have them as sisters.” He likes to listen to Loti HipHop and Chill Music. JDM cars are his favorite car. He’s learned that life is important and how to be happy.

Korben’s favorite quote is, “You have to learn to love the things you hate about yourself and move forward.” Korben stated, “This is my favorite quote because you need to love yourself as well

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as loving others.”

When asked what's the best piece of advice he’s ever received he said, “I’ve learned that there will always be someone that will miss you if you’re gone.”

After high school, Korben may go into something involving sustainability or he’d like to become a voice over artist.

He also would like to read and record audible books for others to enjoy.

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

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“Our Town. Unfiltered,” To Premiere Fourth Episode The Rocky Mountain Channel will be releasing the fourth episode of, “Our Town. Unfiltered.” On Friday, March 19, at 7 p.m. The episode features Estes Park’s very own Jean Muenchrath, whose insurmountable bravery in a near-death experience on Mount Whitney, has made her a local legend. This production succeeds three episodes, the first about the local J1 students and the second examining American Legion Post

119, and the third about Estes Park’s local artists. The show is produced by Claire Mollé and Séan Doherty in conjunction with The Rocky Mountain Channel.

Producer and host, Claire Mollé, has set out to tell real stories about life and culture in Estes Park. Her goal is to bridge gaps in the community by increasing our understanding of one another. Her purpose of this episode is to

showcase some of the incredible women who live amongst us.

Although production of this episode was greatly delayed by the pandemic, Claire and Sean were determined to tell the story, and now, one year later, it’s finally here. Jean’s story is one of supreme courage and strength, and this episode sets out to celebrate her as one of the many inspirational women in our community.

The episode’s premiere can be watched live on TDS Telecom Channel 8/108, and can be live streamed on the Rocky Mountain Channel App, the Rocky Mountain Channel on Roku and on YouTube Live. It will continue to play regularly on-air after the premiere and will also be available on-demand on the “Rocky Mountain Channel” on Roku.

Link to a clip from this Episode youtu.be/20RznopG9Fk.

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Richardson Receives Platinum Service Recognition Michael Richardson of Richardson Team Realty in Estes Park, CO has repeated the previous year’s achievement of being granted the highest level of service achievement in the real estate industry, Quality Service Certified® Platinum. The award is in recognition of earning 100% client service satisfaction in 2020 as measured by Leading Research Corporation (LRC).

A Quality Service Certified (QSC) award status is the only recognition in the real estate industry based on independently validated customer satisfaction survey results. After the conclusion of real estate transactions, clients of QSC agents receive a survey, asking them to rate the agent on various aspects of the service process. The surveys are administered and the results are received and compiled by LRC. Client feedback from the surveys becomes part of the agent’s credentials. An overall satisfaction rating is displayed on the consumer website (www.RatedAgent.com) where buyers and sellers have the ability to select a real

estate professional based upon each agent’s validated record of service satisfaction.

“Nothing is more important to a prospective client in selecting a professional than the service results achieved with past clients, ” says Larry D. Romito, President and CEO of QSC. He adds, “Consumers have greater confidence in service reliability, results and satisfaction with a Quality Service Certified real estate professional because they know that the agent’s service record has been validated by an independent third party. 100% service satisfaction record like Michael Richardson has achieved is just awesome. ” About Quality Service Certification, Inc. (QSC). Quality Service Certification, Inc., based in San Juan Capistrano, California, is recognized as the real estate industry’s earliest advocate and the leading provider of independently administered customer satisfaction surveys. With nearly a 20 year history and over one million post-closing surveys sent, QSC’s unique “closed” survey process ensures that consumers access legitimate reviews from actual home sellers and buyers reports on past customer satisfaction.

QSC is the only source for objective and validated agent ratings designed to help consumers make informed choices in selecting real estate professionals. For more information contact QSC at 888-5474772.

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First Colorado Realty Receives Platinum Service Recognition The team at First Colorado Realty in Estes Park, CO has repeated the previous year’s achievement of being granted the highest level of service achievement in the real estate industry, Quality Service Certified® Platinum.

The award is in recognition of earning 100% client service satisfaction in 2020 as measured by Leading Research Corporation (LRC).

A Quality Service Certified (QSC) award status is the only recognition in the real estate industry based on independently validated customer satisfaction survey results. After the conclusion of real estate transactions, clients of QSC agents receive a survey, asking them to rate the agent on various aspects of the service process. The surveys are administered and the results are received and compiled by LRC. Client feedback from the surveys becomes part of the agent’s credentials. An overall satisfaction rating is displayed on the consumer website (www.RatedAgent.com) where buyers and sellers have the ability to select a real estate professional based upon each agent’s validated record of service satisfaction.

“Nothing is more important to a prospective client in selecting a professional than the service results achieved

with past clients, ” says Larry D. Romito, President and CEO of QSC. He adds, “Consumers have greater confidence in service reliability, results and satisfaction with a Quality Service Certified real estate professional because they know that the agent’s service record has been validated by an independent third party. 100% service satisfaction records like Christian Collinet, Brad Barnett, Jeremy Collinet, Julia Daley, Breeyan Edwards, and Tom Thomas have achieved are just awesome. ” About Quality Service Certification, Inc. (QSC). Quality Service Certification, Inc., based in San Juan Capistrano, California, is recognized as the real estate industry’s earliest advocate and the leading provider of independently administered customer satisfaction surveys. With nearly a 20 year history and over one million post-closing surveys sent, QSC’s unique “closed” survey process ensures that consumers access legitimate reviews from actual home sellers and buyers reports on past customer satisfaction. QSC is the only source for objective and validated agent ratings designed to help consumers make informed choices in selecting real estate professionals. For more information contact QSC at 888-547-4772.

The Old Gallery In Allenspark Accepting Artist Applications Are you a potter, painter or jewelry artisan? The Old Gallery in Allenspark is accepting applications to join the 20+ artists that display and sell their work. It’s located at 14863 Colorado Highway 7, only 20 minutes from Estes Park and Lyons.

“This is a great opportunity for an artist’s work to be seen by the more than 16,000 yearly visitors at The Old Gallery,” said Kathy Banich, chair of The Old Gallery Artists (TOGA).

TOGA’s Mission is to provide recognition and opportunity to artists in the Front Range while offering quality Bonnie Hannah art and art awareness and education to our community and visiting patrons.

The Old Gallery provides each artist with basic display space, ranging from jewelry cases and wall space to shelves.

Artists are reMaryLynn Schumacher quired to volunteer occasionally, rent members of TOGA include Kathy including monitoring an event, demonBanich, Anne Curtis, Patty Dwyer, Vicki strating creativity or other activities un- Dyas, Leslie S. Emerson, George Epp, less health issues prevent it.

Lynn E. Ferguson, Elizabeth Hake, BonApplications to join TOGO can be nie Hannah, Terry Kasprzak, Elizabeth found at www.theoldgallery.org in the Lazarus, John Long, Judi Mitchell, Artist Document Library and are due by Cheryl Pennington, Lydia Pottoff, MaryLynn Schumacher, Linda Toukan, Sally Van Der Kamp, Merrie Wicks and Dawn Wilson.

“We’re so fortunate that The Old Gallery attracts such accomplished artists from the region and provides a way for them to sell their creLeslie Emerson ations to area residents and visitors,” April 1, 2021. All applications are kept said Banich. “We look forward to welon file and reviewed as display space be- coming new artists to our family.” comes available.

Due to COVID-19, The Old Gallery The Old Gallery is a historic 1940s log adheres to all CDC, State and City structure that’s been beautifully renoguidelines. vated. It serves the community as an art The Old Gallery is open between 10 gallery, entertainment venue and gather- a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays ing place, as well as providing much until Memorial Day weekend, when it needed services like a food bank and will begin daily operations. It is also community closet. home to a Rocky Mountain Nature Regional and local artists who are cur- Conservancy Store from May-October.

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Nonprofits Partner On Virtual Fundraiser Estes Chamber Foundation, Youth in Action partner on Coolest Dog Contest The Estes Chamber Foundation and the Estes Park High School chapter of Youth in Action both planned to create pet related winter fundraisers, so they decided to join forces. The Estes Park Coolest Dog Contest is a joint effort of the Estes Chamber Foundation and Youth in Action to raise $25,000 for program funding in 2021. Ten percent of the proceeds of the fundraiser will be donated to The Pet Association of Estes Park in honor of its founder, Carolyn Fairbanks, who passed away on Valentine’s Day 2021.

Since 1990, Carolyn Fairbanks has been president of the Pet Association, which is our local humane society assisting nearly 100 animals a year. Donations will contribute to the adoption program to pay for boarding, medical and other necessary care animals need while securing their forever home.

How the Contest works The Coolest Dog Contest is an online fundraiser using www.gogophotocontest.com to create a platform for the community to nominate their dog in one of three categories. The winning dog gets featured on a specialedition label from our craft beverage community: • Pawsh Wine with Snowy Peaks Winery is the small/lap dog category.

• Mutterhorn Root Beer with Estes Park Brewery for EP News dog, Jett the average family mutt.

• Barkstadt Brew with Lumpy Ridge Brewery for our trailblazing hiking companions.

Anyone can enter their pup at www.gogophotocontest.com/EPCoolestDog This is no beauty contest. The dog with the most votes wins. It’s up to you to get everyone you know to vote for your dog. Voting runs March 1 through March 31 and winners will be announced April 1, 2021.

Watch the web site and @EstesChamberofCommerce on Facebook for special canine events throughout the month of March, like Bring your Dog to Work Days, Youth in Action Community Dog Wash and more. See page 8 to vote for the EP

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ers. YIA provides opportunities within the local community that promote strong ties and involvement while fostering a lifelong engagement in civic and philanthropic service. Youth gain skills while executing service projects, advising local boards, and implementing a community grants process, “Shark Tank” style. YIA provides the youth voice in community decisionmaking and important perspective for the future of Estes Park.

About The Pet Association of Estes News dog, Jett!

Park About the Estes Chamber Foundation The Pet Association of Estes Park The Estes Chamber Foundation is a Inc., (also known as the Estes Park Pet 501C3 organization created in 2020 by Association) was founded in 1973. The the Estes Chamber of Commerce. The founders created this organization to Chamber, a 501C6 organization servcare for stray and surrendered animals ing as the voice of business in the Estes in our area and to educate the public Valley, needed a vehicle during the of the importance of spaying and neuCOVID-19 pandemic to raise funds tering your animals. This service was and apply for grants that benefit the desperately needed then and very business community. Proceeds from much needed now. They are the only Chamber Foundation fundraisers and rescue group in the area and serve Algrants are distributed to the business lenspark, Meeker Park, Glen Haven, community through innovation Drake, Pinewood Springs, Big Elk grants, member programs and scholar- Meadows as well as the Rocky Mounships. tain National Park.

About Youth in Action Youth In Action (YIA) is a collaborative program of the Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center (EPNRC), Estes Park School District, and Communities That Care coalition. Since starting four years ago, Youth In Action has grown from a club to a class offered to all 9th through 12th graders at Estes Park High School, and developed to offer paid positions for youth lead-

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Young Chautauqua Returns: Combining Research And Performance

Local students in the Young Chautauqua program have been busy researching characters from history.

Using costumes and props, they are ready to take on the role of their selected historic figure, delivering a first-person in-character monologue.

All they need now is an audience.

Young Chautauqua performances have become a favorite for students and attendees alike. This year’s events will be held virtually, so audience members can watch from the comfort of home.

The first session take places this Saturday, March 13 at 7 p.m. Additional sessions take place on Saturday, March 20, and Saturday, April 3, both at 7 p.m. Each date presents a different roster of student performers.

Using the traditional format, each Chautauqua performer will appear

in character to deliver a brief monologue about their life. Next, they will take questions from the audience in character, ultimately stepping out of character to take questions from their perspective as the performer.

Katherine Dumont from Estes Park Schools has been mentoring students in the process. This program is co-sponsored by the Estes Valley Library. Support is made possible through the Library Friends & Foundation, and specifically through a Memorial Fund from longtime Estes Park resident and Young Chautauqua enthusiast, the late Katie Speer.

Plan to watch any of this year’s Young Chautauqua performances by signing up at the Events Calendar at estesvalleylibrary.org, and you’ll receive the Zoom link by email.

Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting The next meeting of the Parkinson’s Disease Support Group will be held Tuesday, March 16th at MedX. (Please note new location). Monthly meetings are always held on the third Tuesday of the month from 2-3:30 p.m. All affected by this progressive neurological disease are welcome to attend to bring their own experiences, strength and hope and come together for the good of the group.

Questions, comments? Call Linda Hanak at 970-443-8146.

One of the first spring blooms, a Spring Beauty.

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Book Clubs And Local Partners Bring People Together We’ve all come to know libraries as a place to find a good read. Curious about a particular topic? Sure, we have lots of titles on lots of subjects..

Then you might wonder — are there others interested in the same things as I am? Chances are—the answer is ‘yes’. Books bring people together!

One great asset at the library is our book club partnerships. Collaborating with individual groups and community organizations is a win-win.

The library can respond to topics on your mind, providing multiple copies of books and promotion to other readers. The partner organization brings their expertise to the table by facilitating the group conversation, which also heightens their visibility in the community.

Most of all, our community is strengthened by coming together to discuss a common interest or concern.

Case in point: wouldn’t it be great to have a space to explore personal growth tools from a variety of authors and spiritual traditions?

MeeMee Lahman had this vision for the Being Awareness Book Club in 2019, a library partnership with Salud Family Health Center. The goal: to discover self-improvement strategies through selected books and to learn from fellow readers.

Two years later, MeeMee, a licensed therapist, says this book group continues to provide her “with inspiration, learning opportunities, and new insights.”

How about ways to address realworld problems through the lens of restorative practices? Every October, the library collaborates with Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership (EVRJP) for book discussions on conflict resolution. This has expanded into year-round opportunities for meaningful community con-

versations.

In fact, this partnership earned a statewide award in 2019. As Denise Lord, executive director of EVRJP explains, “The library as a neutral convener of community programs and EVRJP’s team of volunteer facilitators are a well-suited match.”

In 2020, race relations became a topic of renewed urgency. Estes Valley Crisis Advocates (EVCA) brought their expertise to multiple book discussions. Drawing upon bestselling titles, group discussions focused on racism, personal awareness and social concerns.

This partnership continues to grow in 2021. Each month, an EVCA counselor or trained volunteer facilitates a small and inclusive conversation, generally oriented towards healing. The goal: helping people connect, discuss, learn and grow. “I believe we have been successful,” says Rosemary, EVCA’s Diversity Outreach Advocate. “We have had people show up eager to participate and learn together to better themselves and their communities.”

On the horizon, the Library is excited to work with the Estes Chamber of Commerce for their Business Book Club. This partnership begins in April, with titles focused on profitable enterprise, marketing and leadership. As participants build their business acumen, they will also learn more about the chamber, its members, and the support this network provides local businesses.

So much is possible through community collaboration. Let the public library provide support and resources for your interests. To find out more, or to connect with the Estes Valley’s many local book clubs, email me at chomanwendell@ estesvalleylibrary.org.

Sweet Nubz Needs A New, Loving Home Nubz is an eight month old, white and calico kitty. She is an adventurous and busy girl. She is good with other cats and dogs.

This sweet cat is currently living at the Pet Lodge. Call (970) 286-1652 to meet this pretty girl.

All pets are offered through the Pet Association of Estes Park, a non-profit organization that is your local humane society. You can make a tax-deductible donation to the Pet Association by sending your check to P.O. Box 4342, Estes Park, CO 80517. For more information, please call 970-286-1652.

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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library HOURS & SERVICES Current Open Hours: Mondays - Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Library collections are open, along with five Internet computers and printing on the first floor. The second floor and all meeting and study rooms are closed for now. Curbside pick-up service and 24/7 outdoor Wi-Fi are available. Full details at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Curbside Service by Appointment Place holds in the catalog, then watch for an email notice, and schedule a convenient pick-up time. Full details at estesvalleylibrary.org.

VILLAGE CATALOG A Million Items in one Catalog Thanks to a partnership among the library, the Estes Park School District, and Eagle Rock School, library patrons and local students can search one unified catalog and request materials from the public library or from any of the school libraries. Materials will be delivered to the library location you regularly use. Fuller details at estesvalleylibrary.org.

BOOKS & AUTHORS Two-part Book Discussion: “Quiet: the power of introverts” Tuesday, March 30, 7 to 8:30 p.m., via Zoom.

Susan Cain’s bestselling book, “Quiet: the power of introverts in a world that can’t stop talking” has been called a “smart, lively book about the values of silence and solitude.” Part Two on April 6 at 7 p.m. Register at es-

tesvalleylibrary.org and pick up a complimentary copy of the book.

TAX ASSISTANCE Tax Forms in Stock The library has a supply of basic IRS and Colorado tax booklets available.

Library staff are available to assist in printing any special forms not currently in stock.

AARP Tax Aide Volunteers from the AARP Tax Aide program are assisting with tax preparation. The service is especially for seniors and low-income tax filers with basic filing status. Appointments are required, along with Intake Forms to be completed and signed in advance.

To make an appointment, call the library or go online at estesvalleylibrary.org.

COMMUNITY PARTNERS Seasonal Paid Parking: Virtual Office Hours Every Thursday from 11 a.m. to noon, via Zoom.

Do you have questions about paid parking in 2021? Visit with Matt Eisenberg, General Manager of The Car Park, who will explain how the payment and permit system will work in eight of the downtown parking lots this summer. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org to receive the Zoom link.

BOOK-A-LIBRARIAN College Planning One-on-One Appointments available.

College planning—from choosing a school to financial aid—is made easier by a one-on-one telephone visit with Kaye Orten, retired Vice Chancellor for Student Financial Services at CU-Boulder.

Visit the “Book-a-Librarian” link at estesvalleylibrary.org to learn more and schedule an appointment.

KIDS & FAMILY Preschool Storytimes Online New each week on YouTube.

Children ages 0 to 6 and their families can enjoy stories, songs, puppets and activities, online each week with new themes. See the upcoming roster at estesvalleylibrary.org and watch previous recordings on the library’s YouTube channel. (Look for the YouTube icon at the bottom of the homepage at estesvalleylibrary.org).

DIY Grab-and-Go Kit: “Read to Your Bunny” Available starting Monday, while supplies last.

Take home an early-literacy readaloud kit that includes the children’s book “Read to Your Bunny,” complete with an activity sheet and learning materials. Visit estesvalleylibrary.org/collections/kits to reserve a copy.

FRIENDS & FOUNDATION Cliffhanger Used Books Cliffhanger Used Books, operated by the Library Friends & Foundation, offers gently-used books, movies, and music at discount prices. The store is open Mondays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. (closed on Tuesdays). During March, books in the Do-It-Yourself, Sports, Pets, and Romance sections are on sale: $2 hardcover, and $1 paperback, plus tax.

Appointments Available For AARP Tax-Aide Services Tax season is here, and the local AARP Tax-Aide program may be able to help with filing your returns. This free program is especially geared to serve seniors and low-income tax filers. Volunteers have completed their first wave of clients, and there are currently appointments available for those who have not yet signed up.

Since 2005, the Estes Valley Library has been the local host site for the AARP Foundation’s TaxAide services. Guided by the national program, the service is staffed locally by volunteers who

train in tax law and certify with the IRS. These volunteers are currently helping people, by appointment, to complete their Federal and Colorado returns. The library partners by dedicating space, scheduling appoint-

ments, and providing information to those using the service. This year’s program offers in-library appointments, adapted to COVID-19 safety protocols.

To find out more about how the program works, and to see available ap-

pointment times, visit the AARP TaxAide link at estesvalleylibrary.org. Library staff can also answer questions about the service at (970) 586-8116.

There are several forms to complete before a client’s first appointment, and these are contained in an intake packet that can be picked up at the library.

In addition to AARP Tax Aide, the library has a stock of basic federal and Colorado tax forms and booklets. For any forms not currently in stock, library staff can assist with printing those forms as needed.

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Eagle Scout Collecting Donations For Project To Build Gazebo For EVCA My name is Alexander Hoskins. I'm from Boy Scout Troop 8 here in Estes Park. I am currently working on raising money for my Eagle Scout project. For the project, I am going to be providing a gazebo and basketball hoop for the Estes Valley Crisis Advocates' shelter for domestic violence victims. The shelter is a safe space for those who are facing abusive situations at home.

The gazebo will provide a calm place for residents to sit outside and take a deep breath of fresh air.

The basketball hoop will provide teenagers/kids a way to have some fun. I am raising funds through GoFundMe and asking for donations to Troop 8 for the project.

Checks can be made out to Troop 8 for Alexander Hoskins's Eagle Scout Project and mailed to P.O. Box 3364 Estes Park, CO 80517.

Or, go to the GoFundMe link at

gofund.me/44d5f18e Thank you, please join me in supporting the Estes Valley Crisis Advocates.

Alexander Hoskins

Wage Effects By: Judi Smith

Both business owners and hourly wage earners have experienced severely depleted income over the last year. With unavoidable changes to government mandates that closed the doors, life became unpredictable. Owners of small, independent businesses spent many, many hours investigating various assistance programs and reinventing business plans. Only to do it all again with the next change – following the latest rules consistently, trying to treat all employees fairly and reduce their insecurity, and still covering expenses.

Employees hit hardest were those in the public eye, including among others: grocery clerks, lodging housekeepers and reception desk personnel, wait staff in the restaurants, and staff on the sales floors. These individuals face danger in the line of duty – and in lockdown they have no income. Many opted for unemployment. Others added a supplementary job. Some signed on as a gig worker with Warrior Xpress, Instacart, UberEats, or DoorDash, allowing immediate return to the original job when available. This is a change to the national culture which will likely remain after the pandemic.

Some salaried employees have been lucky enough to retain their usual paycheck – if they still have a job. With schools closed many parents had to home-school their children and, quite often, someone in the household, usually the mother, volunteered to be the employee who was fired, saving the jobs of others. A whole new concept for working from home developed. In creating personal stability, this also adds another layer of cultural instability. Never-theless the world will fine-tune this activity and adjust. Many who used to work in an office have spent the last 10 months working from home. Some have discovered the advantages of working at home, and many businesses have discovered the savings inherent in allowing salaried employees to do so. With the help of electronics, we have developed a true cottage industry.

Too many businesses, most of them re-

tail, restaurant, and entertainment, will not survive this pandemic without major alterations. Several large and prominent corporations have opted for Chapter 11 bankruptcy recently. While our local businesses may change ownership, and some may close, the lack of national corporations may be advantageous. The best way to retain local companies is to give them preference, shopping locally first and thereby keeping our dollars where they continue to change hands within the community. We prize our local companies and do what we can to help them weather the storm.

The current national stimulus bill is expected to pass and become law this week. Two previous stimuli have assisted many households in covering food, housing, and education costs. This bill approved a larger amount at a lesser income level, but included full payments to dependents, providing the household qualifies. The $400 per week proposed unemployment buffer would have paid $110 more than 40 hours at the Federal Minimum Wage. The $300 approved is much closer. Never-the-less, this exercise caused an interest in the wage levels in the USA. The raise in minimum wage was removed from the bill and will be addressed separately in the coming months. The Federal Minimum Wage is currently $7.25 per hour and there are a variety of sub-minimum levels ranging as low as $2.13 in special circumstances.

Twenty-one states and Puerto Rico still use the federal guideline. The remaining 30 states have a higher minimum wage but only Washington DC was set at $15 per hour. Twenty states and 32 municipalities raised the minimum wage in 2021. However, the only state-wide lift to $15 is in Florida (by 2026). Due to a cost of living increase, Colorado is currently $12.32 per hour or $492.80 per week. Even Colorado’s sub-minimum wage (for tipped employees) @ $8.98 per hour, exceeds full federal minimum.

Agree? Disagree? Questions? Comments? RRRcyc@signsandwishes.com

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Claire Kreider Estes Park resident Claire Kreider died immediately after attending Mass at Our Lady of The Mountains Church on Saturday March 6, 2021. She was 78 years old.

Claire A. Kovach was born August 11, 1942 in Monessen, PA. Her parents were John and Agnes (Radacsy) Kovach.

She graduated from Monessen High School in 1960 and received a Bachelor’s Degree from Pennsylvania State University at University Park in 1964.

On December 28, 1963 she married Glen Kreider at Holy Name Of Jesus Catholic Church in Monessen. Claire worked for Penn State University for nearly 25 years, retiring as an academic computing support specialist for the Department of Economics in the College of Liberal Arts. In State College, PA, she and Glen were members of Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church.

After retirement, the couple became permanent residents of Estes Park, CO in 2007.

Since then they have been active members of Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church. Claire was also involved in other community activities such as Marriage Encounter Groups and the former Caring Pregnancy

Center. She had an unwavering love for her family, including her fourlegged family members.

She was very fond of the many family vacations to National Parks and Monuments that included backpacking trips with kids and packs into the beautiful wilderness areas.

She had a passion for wildflowers, birds, geology, wildlife, and the great outdoors.

Claire is survived by her husband, Glen of Estes Park, son Richard Kreider, daughters Susan Osman and Jennifer Snyder, sister Joan Miller and grandchildren Carly and Sydney Snyder. She was preceded in death by her parents.

A Memorial Mass of The Resurrection will celebrate Claire’s life on Friday, March 12, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. The Rosary will be recited at 10:30, prior to the Mass. Burial will take place at Estes Valley Memorial Gardens immediately following Mass.

Memorial gifts may be made to Crossroads Ministry or Our Lady of the Mountains Capital Improvement Campaign in care of Allnutt Funeral Service 1302 Graves Avenue Estes Park, CO 80517.

See www.allnuttestespark.com.

About Meadowdale Hills To The Editor: I came here in 1985 looking for freedom and I thought I’d found it, until now.

The proposed restrictions to our HOA covenant are not in keeping with the spirit of Colorado and our great America. What’s next?

Let the good people of this fine com-

Photo Michael Barringer

munity, who have the privilege and the right to be here, decide how to manage their own property. I trust them.

Let’s take care of each other, mind the roads, be kind, tolerant and above all, honor the spirit of freedom our beautiful neighborhood offers us.

Ben Schubert, property owner, Meadowdale Hills, Estes Park, CO

Marga Grady August 24, 1933 to March 7, 2021.

“The day will come when a doctor will determine that my brain has ceased to function and that for all intents and purposes my life has stopped, I accept this day. My wishes are to have my ashes scattered across a glassy crystal clear mountain lake. And if you must burn something, let it be my faults, my weaknesses and all prejudice against me. And if by chance, you wish to remember me: do it with a kind deed or word to someone who needs it.” Our mother, Marga Grady, always had great advice and wisdom to anyone who called on her. She was strong and fiercely independent. She loved being surrounded by people, friends and family, or just out on the town. She always remembered birthdays and sent the most thoughtful packages. She was a rock in her children’s life and always present. Her life began in Germany, surviving the 2nd World War, she then traveled with a childhood friend to the United States. After meeting her husband, Dennis Grady, in Washington D. C., they moved to Estes Park in the late 60s and there raised their children. She was the perfect hostess to every venture they had together, the Elkhorn Lodge, Harmony, The Mountaineer, the Holiday Inn, a of course

the Elizabeth Guild. In the early days Marga was in the Estes Park Hiking Club and an avid cross country skier. She loved flowers, gardening, and the smell of sheets coming in from outside. She loved sights like little ducklings on Sprague Lake in the spring, or the perfect Columbine blooming in Allenspark, and marmot sightings at the Alpine Visitors Center. She loved good food, good wine and good service, as she spent her entire working life in the service industry.

We love, honor, and respect you.

Those left to cherish her memory include: Horst and (her sister) Elke Jessen. Her children, Stefan (Jolene) Grady, Colleen (Jim) Harold, Caren (Bob) Comeans. Her grandchildren: Jenna, Hannah, Jessica, Abbie, Connor, and Landon.

Abschied, von unsere schõne Mutter.

(Farewell, our beautiful Mama) For those wishing to give a gift, please send your donation in remembrance of Marga Grady to: Elizabeth Guild, 437 W. Elkhorn, Estes Park, CO, 80517 in care of Allnutt Funeral Service 1302 Graves Ave. Estes Park, Co 80517. See: allnuttestespark.com to send a message to Marga’s family.

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Do work that matters every day! Join the Harmony Foundation, an Estes Park drug & alcohol treatment facility, as a full-time Housekeeper. This year round position contributes directly to creating a clean and friendly environment for our clients & employees. If you are an early riser or get up a little later, we have a shift for you. Shifts are scheduled from 5:00 am to 1:30 pm or Noon to 8:30 pm. You will enjoy full-time benefits (medical, dental, & vision insurance), Paid Time Off, Paid Floating Holidays, & a 401k plan. Harmony is a tobacco free facility and pre-employment drug testing is required for candidates who are offered positions. Hourly rates begin at $15/hour. Send an email to hr@harmonyfoundationinc.com for an application.

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Currently hiring Servers, Bartenders, Cooks, Hosts and Bussers The Wapiti Pub is seeking highly qualified team members for our high volume dining room and kitchen. We're looking for both FT and PT team members.

If you have the stuff, we’ll know. Come and pick up an application at 247 Elkhorn Ave. in Estes Park. We’re open from 11 to 5 everyday and closed on Tuesdays. Please, no calls.

Aldrich Builders is seeking Office Assistant please call 970-586-5796.

Rocky Mountain Gateway Now Hiring For Gift Shop Cashier.

Come work at the Recreation Center Year-round part-time- Front Desk Attendants at the Community Center evening or afternoon schedules available.

Lifeguards-Summer and year-round positions with part-time and full-time hours available.

Want to work outside this spring/summer?

Golf and Parks and Trails Ground Maintenance positions available with part-time or full-time hours If you love golf, come and work as a Ranger/Starter or as a Cart Attendant at one of our golf courses.

Do you have retail experience?

Pro Shop Supervisor and Pro Shop Attendant positions are available at the golf course and Lake Estes Marina Workers are needed for the Marina Shop. Part-time and Full-time hours are available.

To apply go to evrpd.colorado.gov

EVRPD is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Join Our Sweet Team!

Full and Part Time Positions Available Now

Our business has two very busy, year round locations! We are looking for dependable, energetic, and friendly staff to join us. Must be able to do physical work and have great customer relations.

Weekends are required. All ages are welcome to apply.

Apply in person: The Old Fashion Candy Store 102 W Elkhorn Ave. Estes Park General Store 184 E Elkhorn Ave. www.estesparkgeneralstore.com/jobs

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Premier Members Credit Union

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Non-Profit Executive Director Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success (EVICS) Family Resource Center is seeking a full time Executive Director to lead this dynamic and growing non-profit organization. EVICS Family Resource Center provides support and coordination around early childhood services, connects families to community resources, and provides parent and provider education.

Executive director responsibilities include staff supervision, resource development, budget and financial management, program leadership and broad community involvement for the health and well-being of families and children in Estes Valley. For full job description and qualifications visit: www.evics.org Please submit letter of interest, resume and three professional references to EVICS Board Vice President Garrett Faillaci at gfaillaci@outlook.com through March 20th, 2021.

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Employment Opportunity with Estes Park Housing Authority NOW HIRING!

Full-Time and Part-Time Positions Available for

• Front Desk • Housekeeping • Maintenance

Some Evenings and Weekends

Apply at, mail or email resume to: Fawn Valley Inn, 2760 Fall River Road, Estes Park, CO 80517 Email: Jamie@RockyMtnResorts.com

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Work with a wonderful team in our beautiful women's apparel shop. Resume to Dianemuno@msn.com

Rams Horn Village Resort has year round full time and part time positions available in our Guest Services/Housekeeping Department: Competitive pay based on experience, plus benefits package for full time employees. Great working environment in Estes Park’s only Gold Crown Resort.

Our business stays busy year round and 40 hours per week are available through the winter. We are looking for energetic, dependable people who are able to perform physical labor and who have strong customer service skills. Fridays and Saturdays are required. Fill out an application at Rams Horn Village Resort, 1565 Colo. Hwy 66. EEOE

Silver Saddle Inn Now hiring: Breakfast Attendant Housekeepers General Laborers

Are you looking to put your various maintenance skills to work in a long term career opportunity?

If so, Estes Park Housing Authority invites you to apply to our fast-paced and growing organization. This Maintenance Technician role requires strong and effective maintenance skills and abilities to manage the needs and improvements of our properties.

Hiring range is $40,500 to $42,500 for this full-time position and includes health, dental, vision, and PERA retirement benefits.

A housing option is potentially available.

Knowledge of routine and preventative maintenance for buildings, systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC), appliance, landscaping, and equipment.

Construction trade skills are necessary to perform work and quality desired.

Applications and full job description available at the EPHA office or on our website.

EstesHousing.Org 363 E Elkhorn Ave Suite 101 Estes Park, CO 80517 Or call 970-591-2535 for additional information Resumes are accepted and encouraged. Completed EPHA Employment Application MUST be submitted for consideration of employment.

Position open until March 26, 2021.

The Estes Park Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer.

Must be non-smoker.

Apply in person 1260 Big Thompson Avenue

Housekeeping

Youth Development Specialist

We are looking for high energy individuals to help foster a fun, safe and positive after school experience for kids ages 6-14 at the Estes Park Elementary School. You will assist in one or more of the following program areas: homework help, technology, sports, recreation and the arts. Must be 17 or older to apply.

Paid and volunteer opportunities are available. Apply at www.begreatlarimer.org/careers.

Check Out Our Current Openings...

• Driver, PRN (as needed), starting wage $13.50.

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Year Round, Part Time or Full Time Apply by email at cafedephothai@gmail.com or in person at 225 West Riverside Dr.

Get your application at: www.albertsoncompanies.com/careers After your application has been completed, please call our hiring manager Ann at 970.586.4447.

Seeking self-motivated, responsible individual to clean cabins part-time. Some independent scheduling and flexible hours possible. Must be available most weekends. Good transportation required. Past experience is a PLUS. Resume to peregrinebilling@gmail.com.

Murphy Hotels are looking for full time and part time house keepers Signing Bonus Possible!

Apply at Murphy’s Resort 1650 Big Thompson Av or call Jenna 1-970-480-2955 for interview.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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We’re gearing up for the winter season and hiring for the following positions starting at $13.80/hr.: • Drive-up & Go Service Helpers • Checker • Courtesy Clerk • Day-Stocker • Overnight Stocker • Bakery Clerk • Deli Clerk • Produce Clerk • Seafood Clerk • Cake Decorator • Meat Cutter

Earn $18-$20/hour or more!

Full details on open positions can be found at estes.org/jobs.

The Town of Estes Park is accepting applications for: Communications Center Manager Close Date: March 15, 2021 Groundworker Close Date: March 29, 2021 Payroll Technician Close Date: Open until filled Seasonal Positions Community Service Officer Close Date: March 22, 2021 Volunteer/Committee Board Positions Community & Family Advisory Board (4 positions open) Close Date: Open until filled

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Transportation Advisory Board (3 positions open) Close Date: Open until filled (Committee application required) Applications are available at: Town Hall 170 MacGregor Ave. Room 130 (Mon-Fri 8 am – 5 pm) or www.estes.org/ jobs Return Application to: Town of Estes Park, Attn: HR; by mail to PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517; or via Email to HR@Estes.org or via Fax to (970) 577-4770.

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RENTALS

SERVICES

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REAL ESTATE

SALES

Apartments

Home Repair/Service

Piano Tuning

Handyman

Commercial

Estate Sales

Furnished 1 BR on Riverwalk. NS/NP, must have references. $1,000/mo, 1 Year Lease.

Call M-F 10am - 3pm.

(970) 480-5458

KEVIN COOPER CONSTRUCTIONLicensed Specialty Trades Contractor: Specializing in Decks, Home Repairs, Garages and Siding. Will Bid Projects for Gen. Contractors: 303-882-6875 or kevincooperconstruction@yahoo.com

Susan Novy, local piano tuner. Call for appt.

577-1755 www.estesparkpiano tuner.com

D Orr general services maintenance & repair, painting, plumbing, gutters, painting. 30 + years in construction. Call or text David 720.899.7113

Room/Roommate Room for Rent 1 BD, 1 BA, 3000 sq. ft., shares kitchen, large living room, & laundry room, no pets, no smoking & drugs. $860/mo. plus 1/2 utilities.

Older responsible person preferred. Email janice.curryx@gmail.com or call 970.215.6612

Wants To Rent Renter seeking housing unit for one individual with a cat. Seasonal park ranger with flexibility on lease duration. Please contact (417)-860-2014 with available rental opportunities.

Other-Misc

HOUSEHOLD

Landscaping

Furniture For Sale bedroom furniture, king size bed, 2 side tables, 1 dresser with mirror, $100. Very good shape. Call 970 586 4926.

Need Help Around The House? I do household chores, yard work, houseEarth to Sky LLC keeping, run errands, auto FREE TREE CARE detailing & yes... I do winCONSULTATION dows! I am a long time resISA CERTIFIED ARident having now lived in BORIST Insured, SAFE! Estes Park for 38 yrs! educated, experienced Plenty of references! and professional Veteran Call Janice at owned small business 970-215-6612.

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Appliances Home appliances available now; all in good working order. Kenmore 22 refrig w/icemaker, Whirlpool glass top range, kitchen aid built in dishwasher, all in bisque color; White Kenmore washer and Whirlpool electric dryer. $500/OBO. call 402-239-3341

Commercial Spaces for sale and lease.

Call Eric.

Anderson Realty.

586-2950

ELECTRONICS Computers Technically Millennial Support - Providing technical support to the Estes Valley for hardware, software and cyber security.

Call 970-235-1808 or email me at technicallymillenial@gmail.com

PINEDA AUCTION SERVICE is a new local service out of Allenspark, CO taking Estate, Antique, Consignment, and other sales. Please contact for more information (303)747-2806 because “everyone loves a good auction!”

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

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LOST/FOUND Found Found a women’s silver ring the last week of January near the water wheel downtown. It’s at the Police Station for pickup.

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ENGINEERING

EYEWARE/GLASSES

DRYWALL CONTRACTOR

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ELECTRICIANS

FLOORING

COMPUTER SERVICES

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

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

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GENERAL CONTRACTOR cont.

CELEBRATING

25 YEARS

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