Estes Park News, May 26, 2023

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Street Improvement Projects Beginning In May

Contractors for the Town of Estes Park will begin the 2023 street improvement projects on Town-owned streets in June, weather permitting. There will be separate contractors for the annual chip and crack seal work and the overlay and patching work. Working hours will be 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. Local access will be maintained during the work, although there may be brief periods where private driveways are not accessible. Please drive with caution and follow the guidance of any traffic control flaggers who may be directing traffic.

Chip and Crack Seal: Vance Brothers, Inc. will begin the crack seal work on May 30, and the work is expected to last two to three days. Chip seal work will begin in late July and is expected to last four to five days. Roads identified for chip seal improvements include Baldpate Court, Big Horn Drive, Boyd Lane, Cedar Lane, Crags Court, Creekside Court, Darcy Drive, Elk Hollow Court, Elk Meadow Court, Elk Ridge Court, Elm Road, Lawn Lane, Monida Court, Morris Court N, Morris Court S, Pawnee Lane, Pine Knoll Lane, Sharon Court N, Sharon Court S, Spruce Drive, Wapiti Circle, Wapiti Drive, and Willow Lane. These surface treatments will involve moving lane closures and are not expected to result in any full road closures.

Overlay and Patching: Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. will begin the 2023 Overlay and Patching Program in mid June, and the initial work will focus on completing asphalt patching improvements before July 1. Martin Marietta will return in August to complete the roadway overlay work. Roads identified for overlay improvements include West Elkhorn Avenue, Virginia Drive, Virginia Lane, and Pine Knoll Drive. This program is not expected to result in any full road closures, but lane closures and local detours

Incident On Taylor Peak In Rocky Mountain National Park

On Sunday afternoon, May 21, park rangers were notified via a satellite communication device that a 37-year-old male climber from Fort Collins, Colorado, had been injured in an approximate 30-foot roped fall in a mixed route on Taylor Peak.

Northern Colorado Med Evac air ambulance assisted Rocky Mountain National Park Search and Rescue team members with air reconnaissance to determine the man’s exact location. Because of the location and injuries of the

will be necessary to complete the work.

All work is part of the 2024 Street Improvement Program (STIP) which aims to improve the average street system Pavement Condition Index (PCI) to above 80 (good condition) by 2034. The plan, which receives its funding from the voter-approved 2014 Ballot Issue 1A

climber, the park requested assistance from a Colorado National Guard helicopter from Buckley Air Force Base to extricate the man via a hoist operation, using a winch operated cable. Rocky Mountain Rescue assisted with the helicopter hoist operations. This occurred at approximately 8:30 p.m. Sunday night. The man was flown to Upper Beaver Meadows and transferred to a ground ambulance to Estes Park Health. No further information is available at this time.

sales tax, includes extensive preventative maintenance which will preserve good road conditions throughout the Town. For more information, or to view project maps, please visit www.estes.org/stip or contact the Public Works Department at 970-577-3587 or publicworks@estes.org.

Taylor Peak hoist operation courtesy Rocky Mountain National Park.

Estes Park Art Market Presented by Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies May 27, 28 & 29 in Bond Park Estes Park News

Alternating One-Way Traffic Begins May 30 On U.S. 36 At Community Drive Intersection

Construction activity on the new roundabout on U.S. 36 at Community Drive by Mountain Constructors will expand north into U.S. 36 beginning May 30. Travel will be limited to one traffic lane through the intersection construction zone. Travel delays should be expected, and a pair of temporary traffic signal lights will allow motorists to alternately travel either east or west on the one lane road. Emergency vehicles will have the ability to change the traffic signal displays as needed. The posted speed limit will be reduced from 50 to 40 miles per hour. Construction of this intersection is scheduled to continue through June of 2023. Working hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Motorists are asked to drive with caution and follow the guidance of any traffic control signage, signals and flaggers.

Community Drive remains closed at U.S. 36. During this closure, access to Stanley Park and to the Estes Valley Recreation and Park District’s dog park and indoor shooting range remains open from the south segment of Community Drive. The pedestrian tunnel under U.S. 36 that connects the Lake Estes Trail with the Stanley Park Trail is expected to remain closed through June.

The need for improvements at the intersection of US 36 and Community Drive was identified in the traffic study prepared in November of 2009 for the Town's Events Complex project. Because

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

On 5/16/2023 at 8:56 a.m. police stopped at 57 year old male driver from Larimer County, CO in the 100 block of

the new Events Complex would result in increased traffic through the U.S. 36 and Community Drive intersection, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) designated the Town as the responsible party to determine and construct the improvements. In 2014, CDOT agreed to allow the Town to defer construction of proposed turn lanes due to the 2013 flood recovery efforts underway at that time. Since then, this project has undergone several design changes, and in 2018 a roundabout was proposed as the preferred solution. After receiving additional CDOT and Town funding, the Town bid the construction work in September of 2022.

This project is managed by the Town’s Public Works Department. The construction contract was awarded to the Colorado-based Mountain Constructors, Inc., and construction oversight will be managed by consulting firm Cornerstone Engineering & Surveying, Inc. of Estes Park.

The construction of this project will improve the safety for all traffic in this intersection, particularly for westbound left-turning motorists on U.S. 36. Completion of the project will fulfill the 2009 CDOT requirements for the intersection improvement. For more information, visit the project webpage at www.estes.org/US36roundabout or contact Laura Blevins, Grants Specialist, at 970-577-3574 or lblevins@estes.org.

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

During the week of May 14, the Estes

East Elkhorn Avenue pursuant to a REDDI (Report Every Drunk Driver Immediately) report. He was found to be DUI. He was arrested and charged with DUI and careless driving and transported to the Larimer County Jail.

Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) responded to 9 calls for service. This included:

• Emergency Medical (assist EPH): 3

• Odor Investigation: 1

• Alarm Activation: 4

• Gas Leak: 1

Town Offices Closed In Observance Of Memorial Day

Town of Estes Park municipal offices will be closed Monday, May 29, in obser-

vance of Memorial Day. Offices will resume normal operating hours Tuesday, May 30.

Memorial Day Service At Estes Valley Memorial Gardens

Everyone is invited to attend the Memorial Day Service to be held at Estes Valley Memorial Gardens on Monday, May 29, 2023 at 11:00 a.m.

The program will be in honor of those who have gone before. The service will include the presentation of colors, playing to the colors, and other music. The

Estes Valley Memorial Gardens is honored to pay tribute to the men and women of the United States Armed Forces.

Service personnel are encouraged to wear their uniforms to this meaningful tribute to our veterans who have served or are serving our nation.

Celebrating Success: Estes Park EDC BASE Program Graduation

In a momentous celebration of achievement and ambition, the Estes Park Economic Development Corporation (EDC) recently hosted the graduation ceremony for its BASE (Business Accelerator Services of Estes) program. This milestone event marked the culmination of months of hard work, dedication, and entrepreneurial spirit, as a group of aspiring business owners and innovators emerged ready to make their mark in the vibrant Estes Park community.

The Estes Park EDC BASE program is a comprehensive entrepreneurial training initiative designed to empower aspiring and established business owners with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to succeed in today's competitive market. Through a rigorous curriculum, participants gain insights into various aspects of running a business, including business planning, marketing strategies, financial management, and operational efficiency.

The program, led by experienced instructors and industry experts, offers a supportive environment where entrepreneurs can connect, learn from each other's experiences, and forge meaningful connections within the local business community. With access to a robust network of resources, including workshops, guest lectures, and one-on-one mentoring sessions, participants are equipped

with the tools and guidance necessary to transform their ideas into thriving enterprises.

The ceremony featured inspiring speeches from instructors, successful entrepreneurs, local government officials, and industry leaders who applauded the participants' commitment to realizing their dreams. Each graduate was individually recognized and presented with a certificate symbolizing their successful completion of the BASE program and readiness to take the next steps in their entrepreneurial ventures.

Looking ahead, the Estes Park EDC will continue to refine and expand the BASE program, responding to the evolving needs of local entrepreneurs and the business landscape.

The Estes Park EDC BASE program graduation ceremony serves as a poignant reminder of the power of education, mentorship, and community support in unlocking the potential of aspiring entrepreneurs. With their newly acquired knowledge and the unwavering support of the Estes Park community, the graduates are poised to embark on an exciting journey of innovation, growth, and success.

Applications for our 2023/2024 BASE Program Cohort are now open on our website. www.estesparkedc.com

Know Before You Go - Downtown Parking, Free Shuttles & EV Charging

Get summer ready with tips from Vanessa Solesbee, Town Mobility Services Manager, about downtown parking, the Town's free shuttle offerings and public Electric Vehicle (EV) charging options. There will be plenty of time to ask your questions too. Join our Zoom Coffee on Saturday, June 10 from 10-11 a.m. All are welcome.

Register for your Zoom invitation at www.lwv-estespark.org.

For more information about public parking, transit or EV charging, visit

estespark.colorado.gov/ departments/public-works/ mobility-services.

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Know Before You Go - Downtown Parking, Free Shuttles & EV Charging

Get summer ready with tips from Vanessa Solesbee, Town Mobility Services Manager, about downtown parking, the Town's free shuttle offerings and public Electric Vehicle (EV) charging options. There will be plenty of time to ask your questions too. Join our Zoom Coffee on Saturday, June 10 from 10-11 a.m. Register here for your Zoom invitation. All are welcome.

Historic Fall River Hydroplant Opens For The Summer

The Historic Fall River Hydroplant will open its doors for the summer season on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. Located at 1754 Fish Hatchery Road in Estes Park, this plant was constructed in 1909 to produce electricity for the Stanley Hotel and surrounding areas. Later, F.O. Stanley sold the plant to the Public Service Company of Colorado. In 1945, the Town of Estes Park purchased and maintained the Hydroplant until it was severely damaged in 1982 by the Lawn Lake Flood. Operating as an interpretive site since 2002, the Historic Fall River Hydroplant will be open Wednesday –Saturday, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., through Sep-

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tember 2, 2023. Guided tours of the Hydroplant will be given at 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00 p.m., no reservations are required and admission is free.

Interested in becoming a docent? Historic Fall River Hydroplant docents, lead group tours of the site and discuss the influence of F.O. Stanley, historic hydroelectric equipment, the evolution of electricity in Estes Park, and the 1982 Lawn Lake Flood that ended operation at the site. If you would like to contribute to the success of the Hydroplant, have fun, and share local history, please visit estes.org/volunteering to fill out an easy online form.

Vanessa Solesbee

Making Great Decisions –Politics In Latin America

Staying well informed and up-to-date on the prevailing American issues of our time has never been more difficult or complicated than it is right now. Understanding real facts and unbiased information that directly affect you, your children, and your grandchildren has never been more important. Where can you find that kind of critical knowledge in Estes Park?

Answer: The Great Decisions Forum at the friendly confines of the world class Estes Valley Library.

Each month the Forum meets to discuss a key social, economic, and security issue to gain a full understanding of how government policies and events affect us and are shaping our immediate future. Guest moderators (a local Estes Park Citizen) walks the group through a short, professionally produced 15-minute video on a specific topic. Each video features a recognized subject matter expert. Forum attendees then freely discuss the topic exchanging ideas and personal experiences. The Forum is apolitical and focuses to-

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gether on building information we need to be educated voters and taxpayers. Diversity of ideas is heartily welcomed and embraced by all during out discussion.

Our next topic is Politics in

Latin America

Electoral results in Latin America over the past four years have led many observers of the regional/political scene to discern a left-wing surge in the hemisphere, reminiscent of the so-called “Pink Tide” that swept the area some 20 years ago. But how much do these politicians actually have in common? What implication does their ascendency have for the region? The subject matter expert and chapter author (see library copy: Great Decisions) is the honorable Mr. Jorge Castañeda, Mexico’s former Secretary of Foreign Affairs. Please join us for our next great session on Thursday, June 1st at 11:30 a.m. in the Wasson Room at our world class Estes Valley Library. Attendance is free and open to the public. Have an unforgettable experience for all the right reasons.

1994 - Michael Jackson (35) weds Elvis' daughter Lisa Marie Presley (26).

1985 - Danny Sullivan wins Indy 500 by 24 seconds following a spin.

1977 - Movie "Star Wars" debuts.

1973 - Beatles' "Beatles 1967-1970," album goes #1.

1969 - Apollo 10 astronauts returned to Earth.

See What Our Clients Are Saying ~ 5 Star Review!

As first time home buyers, my partner and I knew we were entering difficult terrain trying to buy a home in Estes Park. Fortunately for us, Bret came highly recommended by a co-worker, and exceeded expectations we didn’t even know to have.

Bret was communicative, consistently available, and maintained an excellent balance between giving my partner and I time to think things through while still motivating us to check out properties and consider all our options.

Bret’s knowledge of the Estes Valley area was constantly on display, and I firmly believe if we hadn’t enjoyed the good fortune of working with him, we would still be surfing the market instead of happy, first time home owners.

Despite so many variables, from fluctuating interest rates, to a mountain town housing market and everything in between, the one constant was Bret. He and Melanie treated us like family from our first phone call to closing. If we enter the market again, Bret will be the first person we call.

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Estes Park Health’s Pediatric Providers Offer 24/7 Care For The Community’s Children

Four dedicated doctors make up Estes Park Health’s pediatric team. With the departure of long-time EPH pediatrician Dr. Mark Wiesner at the end of March, some parents may be wondering which provider to make appointments with.

Pediatrician Dr. Megan Ross sees patients at EPH Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. In addition to Dr. Ross, Family Practice Drs. Robyn Zehr, Paige Dekker and Bridget Dunn also take care of children.

“We are here for parents 24 hours a day, seven days a week,” Dr. Ross said. “We see a lot of children from the Estes Park community and also Allenspark, Glen Haven, Drake, Pinewood Springs and even a couple of patients who come up from Lyons.”

One of the four doctors who make up the pediatric team is at Estes Park Health each weekday. One of them is always on call.

“If you have something that comes up at 2 a.m. – your child is vomiting or has a fever, or you have a question that just can’t wait until 8 a.m. – there is always someone who is happy to talk to you no matter what time of the day it is,” Dr. Ross emphasized.

If you need help after hours, call (970) 586-2200 and ask for the pediatric provider on call.

Dr. Bridget Dunn – who also serves as the Medical Chief of Staff at EPH – is one of the family practice physicians who sees kids of all ages.

““I have been seeing more

pediatric patients over the last six weeks,” Dr. Dunn noted. “It’s been so wonderful. It fills my cup because I love seeing kids.”

Dr. Dunn explained that parents of former patients of Dr. Weisner can call the clinic’s main number at (970) 586-2200 and indicate their choice from among the four pediatric providers. If your child is not in need of an acute-care visit or a well-child visit now, you can tell the clinic who your preference is for your child’s doctor going forward. That change will be made in your child’s electronic medical record.

“What we do know through the pandemic, unfortunately, all of us have fallen behind in preventive care,” Dr. Dunn pointed out. “Many people were scared to come in. We do have children

who have been seen several times for acute care issues who maybe have not gotten ‘well-child’ care. It’s important to keep up with immunizations and making sure that everything is going well developmentally.”

While Estes Park Health no longer provides inpatient pediatric care overnight in the hospital, the pediatric providers work closely with hospitals that provide higher levels of care down valley. Any transfer to one of those facilities would be guided by EPH to enable a smooth transition of care.

“We want our

community to know we are honored to help take care of your children,” Dr. Ross emphasized.

Dr. Bridget Dunn is one of the Family Practice physicians who cares for children. Photos courtesy of Estes Park Health.

Pediatrician Dr. Megan Ross sees patients at EPH Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

A Collection of Many Things

Ephraim Pottery

Motawi Tileworks

Firefly Jewelry

Holly Yashi

Sterling Silver • Glass

Copper • Wind Chimes

Moving Sand Art

239 W. Elkhorn Ave

Under the Clock Tower

Estes Park Health Foundation is seeking dynamic individuals with a passion for healthcare and community service to apply for membership on our esteemed Board of Directors. This is a remarkable opportunity to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of the Estes Park community.

As a nonprofit organization, Estes Park Health Foundation plays a crucial role in supporting the mission of Estes Park Health by raising funds for vital programs, advanced medical equipment, and innovative initiatives. By serving on the Board of Directors, you will contribute to the strategic direction and governance of the Foundation, ensuring its continued success in enhancing healthcare services for our community.

We are seeking candidates with diverse backgrounds and expertise, including but not limited to sales & marketing, legal, philanthropy, and community engagement. Previous nonprofit board or fundraising experience is not required. What matters most is your dedication, vision, and willingness to champion the health and well-being of Estes Park residents.

Responsibilities of the Board of Directors include:

1. Providing strategic guidance and leadership to the Estes Park Health Foundation.

2. Collaborating with fellow board

members to set goals and establish policies that align with the foundation's mission.

3. Actively participating in fundraising efforts and donor cultivation.

4. Advocating for the Foundation and its initiatives within the community.

5. Financial oversight and ensuring the responsible allocation of funds.

6. Engaging with stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, and healthcare professionals.

If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and possess the skills and dedication to serve on the Board of Directors, we encourage you to apply. Together, we can help shape the future of healthcare in Estes Park and empower our community with exceptional medical services.

To apply, please email giving@eph.org or call 970-577-4370.

For more information about the Estes Park Health Foundation Board of Directors and its mission, visit our website at www.GivetoEPH.org.

Join us in our mission to create a healthier future for Estes Park. Apply today and be a catalyst for positive change!

Brad Anderson is Vice Chairman of the Board at the Foundation, and serves as the Chairman of the Board Development Committee.

Annual Striping On Town Streets Begins June 6

From approximately June 6 through June 16, the Town of Estes Park and its contractor, Colorado Barricade, will be repainting center lines, edge lines, crosswalks, and thermoplastic symbols on Town-owned roadways. Moving lane closures will be necessary during painting. Motorists are advised to drive with caution in the areas where crews are working. Signs will be posted to identify areas of wet paint. The date range for this annual project may be revised due to weather conditions.

For more information about the annual striping, please contact the Public Works Department at 970-577-3587 or publicworks@estes.org. Information about ongoing Streets Division projects is available at estes.org/streets.

One of my all-time favorite songs is “75 Septembers, ” where Cheryl Wheeler sings about her father turning seventyfive years old. In the chorus, Cheryl asks her dad, “Are you amazed at how things change or how they stay the same? ” This song came to mind today as I sat on the sidelines and observed yet another high school class celebrate the completion of 13 years of education. My youngest nephew Thomas, valedictorian of his Class of ’23, led his fellow classmates into rows of white chairs set up on a football field. There are many aspects of this tradition of commencement exercises that have not changed since my own high school graduation in 1978:

• Every student wore the recognizable long, flowing robe with a zipper running from below the knees up to the collar. The overall look made the class appear to be a massive church choir. It was an impressive sight. In general, the stoles worn over the robes by the young women were pressed, those by the young men were not. Some things never change. (What has changed is that each robe is purchased, whether there are older siblings’ robes in the closet at home or not. There is no option to rent a robe. All robes must be purchased. This practice is prompted by the United Graduation Robe Producers of America.)

• It didn’t matter what guidelines were sent out ahead of time, some students broke the rules when it came to footwear. Men were instructed to wear black shoes but there were several white tennies on the field. We watched more than a handful of young women teeter in their spiked heals despite being asked not to wear them. (They’re not good for the turf—or for ankles).

• A mortar cap is designed to sit flat on top of the head, with the board parallel to the ground and the triangle cap fitting against the forehead like a perfect widow’s peak. At every single graduation ever, some students tip the cap back (to protect their hairdo?) so that with a hearty nod, the entire piece could cut loose, slide down the back of the head and fall to the ground. This practice of improper mortar cap placement is encouraged by the United Bobby Pin Producers of America.

• Against the wishes of school administrators, some grads decorated their caps. As much as I appreciate a unified look, I support those who wish to express their individuality. This harmless practice should be encouraged rather than frowned upon, as long as it is not offensive. Parents spend 18 years rearing their children to become independent so why, on the graduates’ first official day of independence, do we discourage self-expression? (This is akin to when we call out “Don’t run! ” to children and then convey concern that our youth are not getting enough exercise.)

• At the beginning, as names were being announced and students walked across the stage to accept their empty diploma folder (they have to wait a few days for the actual document), family and friends produced only polite applause. As the readers worked their way

through the alphabet the crowd warmed up, first with louder applause, then with a single whoop here and a honk of a blow-horn there, and by the end, the spectators went wild after each name was announced. (Properly pronounced, I might add. Readers strive for perfect pronunciation of names. This is important.)

I’ve always felt sorry for the students and their families with last names beginning with W, Y and Z. They are last across the stage, when the crowd has grown antsy. I suggest event planners shake things up in the future and begin at the end of the alphabet so that the kid named Abbott is last and the one named Zweiger gets to be first.

•After all the names had been called and each student had shaken hands with a line of smile-weary administrators, the entire student body moved their tassel from right to left in unison, (I love this part!), then took off their mortar caps and tossed them into the air with a hip and hurrah! This tradition hasn’t changed and I hope it never does. It was a thrill to watch those kids celebrate the end of 13 challenging years. The fact that each one of the almost-adults managed to get themselves from kindergarten to commencement was quite a feat. They earned the right to break rank and toss a mortarboard toward the clouds.

• The drone camera hovering overhead provided a close-up view of Thomas as he gave his address. The huge screens behind him were a luxury! In ’78 he would have appeared as a mere speck on stage. But the flying camera also cut away to zoom in on individual students whose clowning was distracting. Today, “Pomp and Circumstance” was prerecorded by digital instruments and projected over loudspeakers. When I graduated 45 years ago, the school’s concert-band-minus-the-seniors played the traditional piece repeatedly. I never grow tired of hearing it—except when it is artificially produced.

When “Pomp and Circumstance” began playing after the ceremony, I stood aside, observing the larger scene all around me, and tears stung my eyes. Thomas was the last of my nieces and nephews to graduate from high school. I took note of his parents, expressing pride and relief at the end of an era. Once we located Thomas in the mass of robed students and their families, I watched him hug his older brother and the lump in my throat grew. (William was salutatorian two years ago. Thomas will join him at Emory University in the fall). We took all combinations of photos. We had dinner as a family and reviewed every detail of the day. Thomas opened gifts. We had cake. We sighed, congratulated Thomas one last time, and retired for the night.

And now it is all over; the day is done. I am happy, and I am sad…because the day is done.

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

© 2023 Sarah Donohoe

Estes Park Museum

Oral History Webpage

Since the 1970s, the Estes Park Museum and the Estes Valley Library collected nearly two hundred oral history interviews with individuals from the community. Ranging from Charles Eagle Plume to Dr. Thomas Hornbein, from local businesses to the recent wildfires, Estes Park locals are sharing their story. On the new webpage, estespark.colorado.gov/departments/museum/oralhistory-collection, the Museum is making a selection of interviews available. The oral histories are alphabetized by last name and includes a link to the oral history recording hosted on YouTube, Museum catalog entry, and/or transcript (if available). This project is on-going and interviews will be added periodically.

Oral histories and individual memories are a valuable asset to any community.

The views and opinions expressed in each interview are specific to that individual and does not reflect the views of the Town of Estes Park, the Estes Park Museum or the Estes Valley Library. Due to the nature of reminiscence, information in the recordings may be factually inaccurate. Additionally, recording techniques have changed over time and may affect the quality of the interviews. Some recordings may only contain audio while others are audio and video.

The mission of the Estes Park Museum is to conduct activities that preserve, share, and respect the unique history of Estes Park. For more information, call the Estes Park Museum at 970-586-6256 or visit the Museum's website. Museum gallery hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m

Good day gentlemen of Estes Park.

On June 4th the Knights of Columbus will be conducting a membership drive and we would like to invite you to enjoy breakfast with us and allow us to introduce The Knights of Columbus to you. There are only a few qualifications for membership. A Knight is a practical Catholic in union with the Holy See. He accepts the teaching authority of the Catholic Church on matters of Faith and morals and aspires to live in accordance with the precepts of the Church. Secondly a Knight shall be 18 years or older.

Sir, are you a man who turns away from a situation in which you can offer help or one who, when called upon, goes out of your way to assist those in need. After you have helped, do you feel the joy and satisfaction knowing you did what a Catholic man should do? As a Knight, those feelings can be felt throughout the year.

Please join us on June 4th to explore our group to see if you would enjoy the camaraderie of men like yourself.

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“A gentleman is someone who knows how to play the banjo and doesn’t.” Mark Twain

Ross ran triumphantly through the field wildly waving new drumsticks, yelling for our Sainted Irish Mother’s attention as we neared home. Slowed by the unwieldy trumpet case, I was just as determined to let Mom know I was now a real musician. Mr. Natoli had issued band instruments to our sixth-grade class that morning; I cannot recall why Ross was selected to become the next Gene Krupa and I Louis Armstrong, but there it was.

“The easiest way to avoid wrong notes is to never open your mouth and sing. What a mistake that would be.” Pete Seeger Ross was clearly going to reach home before me, so I stopped, took out my horn and blatted what I like to remember as brilliant performance notes (more accurately described as a moose clearing its throat), hoping the sound would carry past him and into the kitchen on Roselawn Road where Mom was fussing over dinner as a star was born.

“I don’t know anything about music. In my line you don’t have to.” Elvis Presley

During our family’s early ‘fifties poverty years Ross and I needed scholarships to attend YMCA Camp Orange, where I was bugler for two summers, mangling “Reveille” and “Taps” daily, plus all calls between, and reducing myself to redfaced tears of frustration at my manifest inability to bugle.

“The wise musicians are those who play what they can master.” Duke Ellington

Our S.I.M. couldn’t carry a tune across a room. She loved music and took us to local productions of Broadway shows, but displayed no talent vocally or with instruments. Dad sang in the church choir and played the piano, to which Robin, Ross, Valerie and I stepped lively from room to room each night on our way upstairs to bed.

“I think I am making progress.” Pablo Casals at eighty, on why he practiced four hours daily.

We moved from Happy Valley to the banks of the Delaware. Mr. Pardoe conducted the Pennington Grammar School Orchestra, which sounds more exalted than it was. We played “High School Cadets” and other spirited marches; I sat next to Bobby Poole, who held first chair in the two-musician trumpet section. Along with Ross (snare drum) and sisters Robin (also snare) and Valerie (drum ma-

jorette), we joined the Titusville Drum & Bugle Corps; for several years in silvermaroon satin shirts, out of step and occasionally in tune, we performed all over Mercer County and strutted our stuff on River Drive as part of the annual July 4 parade. Somewhere Augie Natoli was— smiling?

“Without music, life would be a mistake.” Friedrich Nietzsche

One of my few life regrets was the decision I made transitioning from eighth to ninth grade. “Only nerds play in high school bands,” I lied to myself. Twentysix squandered years later I purchased a cheap cornet. Instead of honing my chops I lost decades of possibility (for a photo of me, look up the word “doofus”).

“The life so short, the craft so long to learn.” Hippocrates

I was the least talented member of the Pickle Family Circus, and learned much from our superb clowns, musicians, acrobats and jugglers. That cornet beckoned and I started “playing” again, occasionally noodling backstage during performances. One day Harvey Robb took me aside: I was interfering with the onstage band; move further away or put a mute in it (for a photo of me, look up “oblivious”).

“Play the way you want the world to be.”

Wayne Shorter

I sit amid low brass at the back of the Estes Park Village Band: tubas, trombones and baritones. Between pieces we tease and laugh a lot. I am painfully aware that my lack of talent is dwarfed by the virtuosity so many others exhibit after years of dedicated practice. How did Chuck Varilek learn so much about music? His range of subtleties about flutes and tubas, trumpets and tympany, is astounding. And at every rehearsal and performance we are joined by the spirits of George Crislip, Loren Johnson, Jim Detterline and others whose talents once graced our ranks.

“Music is the shorthand of emotion.”

Leo Tolstoy

One day in late 2016 Walt Steig telephoned: “Robert, we’re desperate.” My response: “You must be, to call me.” Thus began my tenure with The Riverside Ramblers. To be continued…….

“You have to go out and learn jazz by playing.” Paul Horn

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Solo Cello Performance At The YMCA Memorial Day, May 29th

You are invited to enjoy an informal and informative evening of live solo cello performed by Alexandria McClinton of Eastern Kentucky University on Monday, May 29 at 7 p.m. at the Maude Jellison Library located on the grounds of the YMCA of the Rockies. Miss McClinton will be playing pieces by J. S. Bach, Jose Elizondo, and others. She will interact with the audience discussing the cello, the music, and her personal journey with the instrument. Directions to

the YMCA library: Upon entering the YMCA off of Spur 66 Highway, take the second left and then the first right into the parking lot of Hyde Memorial Chapel where you may park and access the Maude Jellison Library which is just behind the chapel, up the slope. Call Robert at 970-5863341 extension 1133 with any questions. Event is free and open to the public.

When I first moved to Estes Park in late 2019, one of my priorities was to connect with people that I thought I could learn about the community from. I made contact with people that sat on non-profit boards, town staff and Trustees, business owners, and emergency responders. This was all in an effort to learn things about Estes Park that I didn’t learn as a visitor.

One of those early contacts was Chief David Wolf with the Estes Valley Fire Protection District. It was immediately clear to me how passionate he was about the fire service, and about making Estes Park a safer place. Many of the initiatives

Thank You To Chief Wolf

in the current District strategic plan were things that he was thinking about back then, so much so that they came up over an hour meeting with someone that he hadn’t met before. Since then, I’ve been fortunate to have many opportunities to have conversations with Chief Wolf. Each time, I have continued to be impressed not only with the breadth of his knowledge but with his passion to protect lives and property. Wildfire wasn’t something that ever crossed my mind when I lived in Missouri, but it quickly became important to me to understand when I was evacuated from my home in Estes Park in Oc-

Wool Market 2023

Free family-friendly, fibery fun!

The Town of Estes Park is ready to celebrate the 31st anniversary of Wool Market with family-friendly fun for everyone. The event takes place Saturday, June 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, June 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Estes Park Events Complex, 1125 Rooftop Way. Free and open to the public, the Wool Market is a signature event of the Town of Estes Park, and presented by sponsor Long Thread Media.

As in prior years, the Market will include dozens of vendors in the Event Center selling their wares, including yarns, fibers, fleeces, tools and finished goods such as apparel and home decor. Livestock shows will feature sheep, llamas, alpacas, paco-vicunas and rabbits. Guests can also watch herding dog and fiber art demonstrations.

Families will enjoy horse and wagon rides, a petting zoo with photo opportunities, craft tables for children – all free of charge. Food trucks will offer fair food, treats, Mexican fare and more for purchase.

More information can be found at epwoolmarket.com.

tober of 2020, after only living here for a year. When an opportunity to join the Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) board presented itself, it was an honor to raise my hand and be considered.

The EVFPD is exceedingly fortunate to have so many dedicated and well-trained volunteers, and staff that are experts in their fields. I am a better person and citizen of Estes Park because of my association with the Fire District.

Chief Wolf is leaving the District a better organization in many ways, and there is much hard work to be proud of. I’m

confident that the District will continue to live up to our motto of being “Professionally staffed by volunteers,” and provide visitors and guests with superior fire protection, prevention, and emergency services.

I want to personally thank Chief Wolf for all he has done for us as a community, and for me as a friend. I wish him nothing but the best in his future endeavors.

Thank you Chief, it has truly been my pleasure.

Ryan Bross

Cowboy Brad To Perform At YMCA Of The Rockies, Hyde Chapel Sunday, May 28

this planet. Brad has recorded more than 20 albums featuring his original music.

On Sunday, May 28 at 7 p.m., Cowboy Brad will be the featured performer at a concert in Hyde Chapel. This performance is free and open to the public.

Raised in Estes Park, CO, singer, songwriter and guitarist Brad Fitch has been playing professionally since he was 15 years old. “Cowboy” Brad is a well-loved and talented local performer, who captivates audiences with his soulful voice and skillful guitar playing. Whether it's intimate acoustic sets or energetic performances with a band, Brad's passion for music shines through every note. Brad specializes in original folk and western music. He intends for his songs to express the wonder of being alive on

The concert will be held in the newly renovated Hyde Chapel on the YMCA grounds. The recently completed renovation has readied Hyde Chapel for the future while honoring its rich history. To enhance the connection to nature, the chapel received a larger window, offering stunning views of the mountain surroundings. New wood flooring, a new audio/visual system and a redesigned parking lot now offer a more accessible worship space. The general public is invited to come see the new worship space during weekly worship or during any of the many other ongoing summer scheduled events

This Sunday night concert is a part of the Chapel Ministry’s 2023 Summer Worship program. Learn more about the YMCA Chapel Ministry and 2023 Summer Worship activities at ymcarockies.org/Activities, and follow the link to the latest Activity Schedule.

Lake Estes Fishing Derby Saturday, June 3

The 37th Annual Fishing Derby, held in conjunction with Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), will be held on Saturday, June 3 from 6 a.m. to noon at the Lake Estes Marina. This is a free fishing day, with no fishing licenses required.

Lake Estes Marina Manager, Keith Williams remarked, “CPW waives the fee for fishing licenses across the state to en courage more people to experience one of Colorado’s most popular recreational activities.”

John Wahler, Assistant Marina Manager, is in charge of the Fishing Derby this year. He commented, “I remember participating with my son when he was a 3rd grader - he won his age group with a big, very ugly sucker fish! It’s full circle for me to organize this fun annual event.”

Registration fees for the Fishing Derby are $10 for ages 16 and older; $5 for ages 15 and under. Prize age range categories

are ages 8 and under, ages 9-15 and ages 16 and older. Prizes will be awarded for the biggest (heaviest) fish overall, the longest fish in each age category, the youngest participant catch, the oldest participant catch and the best fishing outfit.

We are soliciting the assistance of local business to offer great prizes for the winners; if you are willing to help, please contact John Wahler at johnw@evrpd.com. Wahler stated, “The Lake Estes Marina has undergone some great improvements over the past year including new state-of-the-art docks, new kayak racks, boats and signage as well as an expanded season. We are proud to show you all our new upgrades. Fishing enthusiasts won’t want to miss this fishing derby at the most beautiful lake in Colorado!”

You can sign up online for the fishing derby at evrpd.com/2023-lake-estesfishing-derby. Be sure to bring your fishing gear, snacks, drinks and sunblock!

Big Thompson Canyon Association Pancake Breakfast Sunday, June 4

The Big Thompson Canyon Association (BTCA) has been supporting the canyon community for over 80 years. Past activities have included support during disasters and fishery restocking. A current item under consideration is coordinating a river clean up project. We are also working to add new members as the 2013 flood, road construction, COVID and normal attrition have reduced our numbers. We are planning some fun programs for our monthly meetings, along with great food, good company and a chance to learn more about the canyon.

Now in its 53rd year, the Big Thompson Canyon Association Pancake Breakfast has become a tradition for many families. A Sunday trip up the Big Thompson Canyon and breakfast in the historic log building spells an enjoyable and inexpensive family outing. Advance tickets are only $9 for adults and $6 for children four to nine years of age; tickets are $1 more at the door. Little ones under four eat for free. The BTCA building is located about one mile east of Drake on US 34. Check our Facebook page for updates at www.facebook.com/BTCA1479/ To inquire about advance tickets or with any other questions you can email btcassn1479@gmail.com.

There are more activities than just the all you can eat breakfast (which includes eggs, breakfast meats, juice and coffee in addition to pancakes). BTCA members host a bake sale; proceeds from the pancake breakfast and bake sale will fund the BTCA during the year, helping maintain the building and provide a central gathering place for the local community year-round.

This year our charity raffle is back! The Loveland High Band Boosters club is organizing the raffle and the proceeds will benefit the band. Tickets will be available at the door. There will be a wide range of prizes donated by local businesses and individuals.

The Big Thompson Canyon Volunteer Fire Department (BTCVFD) hosts a craft show next door at the firehouse and assists with parking and logistics. Participants are local crafters whose table fees this year will go to the BTCA building maintenance fund. Our building, constructed in 1948, has loads of character. At 75 years old, however, a number of parts are wearing out. We’re working to ensure that the building stays around for use by the community for another 75 years!

We look forward to seeing many friends at the breakfast!

Free Noon Concert May 30 With Tequila Mockin’byrd

Back by popular demand! Everyone is invited to attend a concert with Tequila Mockin’byrd from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 30 at the Estes Park Senior Center (EPSCC), 1760 Olympian Lane. While admission is free, tips for the musicians are appreciated.

Enjoy songs ranging from Simon & Garfunkel, Crosby Stills & Nash, John Denver, some original songs, and beyond. Tequila Mockin’byrd is a local trio with Dena Bohn on keyboard and lead vocals, Barbara Shell on lead guitar and harmony vocals, and Anne Morris on rhythm guitar and vocals. Together, they cover classic songs with an emphasis on fun and beautiful harmonies.

Dena was an original member of The Marvelous Marmots, a member of the duo Quartermoon, and is owner of Pandora Entertainment Karaoke & DJ. You may also know Dena as the former manager of The Ore Cart for 36 years in downtown Estes Park. Barbara is an accomplished singer/songwriter originally from Tennessee. Her CD, Shell and Williams, One Blue Pony can be found on Apple music, YouTube, Deezer and iHeart radio. Anne is a 26-year veteran of the Air Force who never moved or deployed without a guitar.

Tequila Mockin’byrd has upcoming performances at Snowy Peaks Winery and Raven’s Roast, along with private house parties and concerts. If you are interested in having them perform at your upcoming event, private or public, contact Dena Bohn at RiverBohns@centurylink.net.

Attendees are welcome to eat lunch while attending the presentation. Bring your own lunch or pre-purchase a hot lunch. The meal on Tuesday will be Country Fried Steak with mashed potatoes, gravy, and vegetables. The cost of a meal is $7 for EPSCC members and $10 for non-members. Because the EPSCC will be closed on Memorial Day Monday, you must order your meal before 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 26. For more information about the EPSCC or to order a meal for the concert, please call the Coordinator, Tonya Martin, at (970) 581-2195.

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

Tequila Mockin'Byrd Trio-Dena Bohn, Anne Morris and Barbara Shell.

Yoga And The Word Classes Offered By

Alicia Cossota

Alicia Cossota owner of Zoomet Yoga LLC is proud to announce weekly Yoga and The Word classes in two locations. The gentle non-denominational, faith based yoga classes are scheduled on Mondays at 10:30 at St. Francis Angelican Church located at 3480 St. Francis Way and on Thursdays at 10:30 at 600 S. St. Vrain, Unit 1 in the Jazzercise location. Classes are donation based with no membership required. All experience levels are welcome. Come as you are and leave feeling rejuvenated; body, mind and spirit.

For more information, contact Alicia at zoometyoga@gmail.com or visit her website which you can find at zoometyoga.com

Gearing Up for Summer: Rocky Mountain Conservancy Nature Stores Support RMNP And Public Lands

Need a reason to shop at a Rocky Mountain Conservancy Nature Store this summer? How about the large selection of unique, RMNP-focused merchandise? Or the knowledge that purchases support RMNP’s official nonprofit partner and contribute to park protection and operations? Or the convenient location of retail outlets in the park, at The Old Gallery in Allenspark, and now at the recently added retail store located in the Estes Park Visitor Center?

“The Rocky Mountain Conservancy Nature Store is a welcome addition to the Estes Park Visitor Center,” said Lori Bucci, Visitor Services Manager for the Town of Estes Park. “The products offered range from hiking necessities to publications showcasing the history of the area, and the offerings round out the visitor experience with purchases benefitting those who visit Estes Park.”

Visitors can purchase safety and educational products and interact with knowledgeable visitor center volunteers who can direct them to other local attractions and services. A portion of proceeds from the visitor center location are returned to the Town of Estes Park to enhance visitor services.

The EP Visitor Center is a transportation hub with free parking at the center and adjacent parking structure. During the summer, shuttle buses transport people to RMNP, downtown, and other attractions and lodging around town. The visitor center is also the meeting point for the Conservancy’s Field Institute educational workshops and tours, which leave from the parking garage located at 691 N. St Vrain Ave.

In addition to the new EP Visitor Center location, Conservancy retail outlets now open include RMNP’s Beaver Meadows and Fall River Visitor Centers, and the Kawuneeche Visitor Center on the west side of the park. There is also a small retail kiosk at the Bear Lake Ranger Station which begins limited op-

erations May 27th, with increasing operating days and hours as the summer season ramps up. The Conservancy Nature Shops at the Moraine Park Discovery Center and The Old Gallery in Allenspark both open May 20th with daily hours from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A store at the Alpine Visitor Center will operate following the opening of Trail Ridge Road in late May or early June as snow removal operations permit.

The Rocky Mountain Conservancy also operates nine retail outlets regionally to support partners at the U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management. “These sites are small but important, carrying site-specific maps and guides that may not be otherwise available due to relatively smaller demand,” said Chris Wenzel, Director of Sales at the Conservancy. These sites include Florissant Fossil Beds in Florissant; South Park Ranger District in Fairplay; Leadville Ranger District in Leadville; Sopris Ranger District in Carbondale; Rifle Ranger District in Rifle; the White River National Forest office in Glenwood Springs; Grand Mesa Visitor Center in Cedaredge; the Brush Creek Ranger District in Saratoga, Wyoming; and even the National Historic Trails Interpretation Center in Casper, Wyoming.

And for visitors who need to gear up from afar, there is always the opportunity to shop online at rmconservancy.org/shop/. For more info, contact the Rocky Mountain Conservancy retail office at 970-586-0121, or info@RMConservancy.org.

The Rocky Mountain Conservancy promotes stewardship of Rocky Mountain National Park and similar lands through education and philanthropy. Since 1931, the Conservancy has raised more than $35 million to enhance and protect the park’s trails, lands, youth education, historic structures, and more. Learn how to get involved at RMConservancy.org.

Community Yard Sale & Pancake Breakfast This Saturday

There will be a Community Yard Sale & Pancake Breakfast held this Saturday, May 27th – weather permitting.

Setup will begin at 7 a.m., sale open to the public from 8 a.m. until 12 noon in the Estes Park Masonic Lodge parking lot: 1820 S. St. Vrain Ave.

Outdoor spaces are for rent to sell your merchandise for just $20.00. Call 970- 577-8585 for more information.

Estes Park Special Olympics

Tuesday Bowling Fun

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

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

The Old Gallery Celebrates Memorial Day Weekend in Allenspark

Memorial Day weekend has always represented the beginning of summer in the mountains. Summer-only residents arrive from around the country while fulltime residents celebrate the end of a long winter. It’s also time for celebration at

cated in the east wing of The Old Gallery, featuring information maps and gifts, educational games, books about nature and the Rocky Mountains, plush toys and more.

Located at 14863 Highway 7 at the entrance to Allenspark, The Old Gallery is 20 minutes south of Estes Park and 20 minutes from Lyons.

The Old Gallery provides art, education, entertainment and social services to area residents and visitors, including the Community Cupboard Food Bank, Community Closet, yoga classes, concerts, art exhibitions and more.

The Old Gallery in Allenspark, a nonprofit center for community art and visitors.

The three-day celebration kicks off Friday night with a con cert featuring “Cowboy Brad” Fitch, an all-time favorite performer in the Rocky Mountains. “We’re so happy to have Brad return to The Old Gallery to perform a concert to benefit The Old Gallery,” said The Old Gallery Board Vice Chair Laurie Von Wald.

The concert is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and tickets are $35, BYOB. Tickets can be purchased at The Old Gallery in Allenspark or at www.theoldgallery.org.

On Saturday and Sunday, visitors to The Old Gallery can enjoy free hot dogs and hamburgers and on Monday, free donuts will be available.

The Old Gallery is also hosting its annual flower basket sale during the Memorial Day weekend. “Our mountain neighbors love to purchase these beautiful, healthy flower baskets to bring color to their patios and decks, and nourishment to our population of hummingbirds,” added Von Wald. Flower baskets are $48 each.

The work of 28 talented local and regional artists are featured at The Old Gallery, offering original creations in ceramics, oils, acrylics, sculpture, jewelry, woodturning, photography, illustration, textiles and more. There is also a Rocky Mountain Nature Conservancy store lo-

Upcoming summer activities at The Old Gallery include Rebecca Folsom in concert on Friday, June 23, Paint & Sip on Wednesday, July 12, Hogabluesa Blues BBQ and Brews on Saturday, August 26 featuring Mojomamma and the famed Takacs String Quartet in concert on Saturday, September 16. For a complete list of classes, concerts, Rocky Mountain 101 speakers and activities, visit www.theoldgallery.org.

For more information: contact Laurie Von Wald at laurie@theoldgallery.org or Brittni Hamilton at brittni@theoldgallery.org or call 303747-6272.

Nebraska Picnic July 9

Mark your calendar so that you can attend the 4th Annual Nebraska Picnic to be held Sunday, July 9th at the Lake Estes Marina Pavilion, 1770 Big Thompson Avenue. We will gather at 4:00 p.m. and start serving at 4:30.

If you have any connection to Nebraska, whether a local or a visitor, come meet your fellow Cornhuskers for a very fun gathering. Wear your "Big Red" gear proudly and sing along as the speaker system bellows out the Husker fight song.

"Big Red" hot dogs as served in the sta-

dium will be provided (while they last), along with plates, napkins, utensils, and condiments. Kool-Aid, invented in Hastings, Nebraska, will be freely flowing at the Kool-Aid stand. We request that you bring a potluck item to share, lawn chairs, and also any additional beverages you may want.

We hope that you will be able to join in the fun. Please RSVP to estesfornebraska@gmail.com.

Donations will be gladly accepted to help defray some of the cost for the event.

Bunce School Open On Memorial Day Weekend

The historic Bunce School museum in Allenspark will be open for docent-led tours on Saturday, May 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

This one-room school house was built in 1888 and restored by Hilltop Guild members in 1996.

Bunce School is located within walking distance of the Hilltop Guild's Kelley House at 18720 Highway 7. The Guild owns and maintains the school and grounds. Bunce School holds county, state and National Historic designations. “It is a great place to bring children to show them a bit of history and old-

school artifacts,” said Mary Rushing, docent. There is no charge to visit the museum.

The school was built by V.H. (Dick) Rowley and is an excellent example of the early educational structures in the high mountain areas of Colorado in the late 19th and early 20th centuries It was named after J.H. Bunce, an early settler in the area and served the local communities of Riverside, Raymond, Heathermeade and Peaceful Valley.

Take a drive on May 27 and visit Bunce.

By: Scott Wilseck

As a child, I remember those long car vacations in the ’50s to Estes Park from Chicago. No air conditioning in the car, no swimming pool at the motel, no video games or personal radio with headphones, and no interstate. There was, however, a sister in the back seat with whom I would have the occasional fight to relieve the boredom.

The drive took a lot more time back then. What I have driven in as little as 14 hours back then required two and a half days. We could have pushed things a little and made it in two days, but my father always liked that final short half day beginning in Julesburg and driving through Big Thompson Canyon in the daylight. After driving over 900 miles past cornfields, we finally saw the mountains in the distance. After two days of playing auto bingo in the back seat, marking down license plates from various states, there was something to see

A “TOWERFUL” Story

wonder. Another hour or hour and a half, and we were staring out the car windows at the cliffs of Big Thompson Canyon. All of sudden, the torturous drive was worth it.

There was a kind of ritual back then upon arriving in Estes. We would pull off into the parking lot of Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church and stop to survey the quaint little town below with the Rocky Mountains in the background. The scene provided a great photograph.

Obviously, the mountains were the feature of all photos taken, but in the town, you couldn’t help but notice a white tower that stood 69 feet tall. I doubt at that time there was any other building in town over 20 feet tall, so the tower really stood out from that view high above the town. I never realized back then that decades later, I would be playing the piano at the theatre. Also, I never realized

from our cottage. Why would someone stay in such a place? Because the front door was probably 20 feet from Big Thompson. The roar of the stream was relaxing, especially at bedtime. Sitting by that mountain stream was 180 degrees from sitting on the front porch of our Chicago home.

So a visit on a rainy afternoon to the movies was a great way pass the time. But what about the tower? Why was it so tall? What was inside? Why was it built?

To answer those questions, you have to learn about Ralph Gwynn, a Longmont resident who owned the Park Theatre. Ralph’s interest in the movie industry spurred him to create a clever invention. He developed a method to superimpose a signal on 35 millimeter film that could trigger the startup of the playing of a record on a turntable. At that time, movies were silent, so Ralph had created a way to play various background songs

wedding in his “Sunday best” and headed to church. Ralph was ready for marriage, but his bride-to-be never showed up, jilting him at the altar. Heartbroken, he tossed the wedding ring in the river.

He decided to build a remembrance of his tragic outcome, so he designed and built a tower dedicated to his fiancé. The tower would be built above the movie theatre. Since his invention was inspired by a jukebox, he decided to build something that looked like a jukebox. Thinking of the woman who broke his heart, he wanted the tower to be beautiful on the outside and hollow inside. Another reminder of the broken relationship is the image of the wedding ring near the top of the tower. The tower was completed in 1928.

As a ten year old boy viewing the tower from high above the town, I never realized the story behind its construction. I

out the window. The highlights of those two days for my sister were the “grass bricks” or baled hay and the “windmills”, which were really wind driven pumps. To someone from the flatlands of Illinois, the mountains were truly a scenic

that there was a story behind that prominent tower.

After our first visit to Estes, we realized the tower was part of the Park Theatre, the place where we attended afternoon films on days when thunderstorms filled the skies. This was the fifties. Television in a motel would have been an extravagance. There was no such luxury at Stony Knob Cottages. There was a wood burning stove for heat, the nearest water faucet was 100 feet from the cabin and we shared a community washroom and shower with three other cabins in a building that was about a 50 foot walk

to accompany the scenes on the movie screen. At other times, there was background music for silent films; usually someone playing a piano or organ. Ralph’s invention eliminated the need for a live musician, who might not always be available when the films were shown.

Ralph refined his invention with the help of a man named Rugtwett. They decided Gwynn would use the invention west of the Mississippi River and Rugtwett would use it in the eastern half of the country. They eventually sold the invention to Warner Brothers, who put words and dialog on the records, and “talkies” were born.

Gwynn’s invention was inspired by a jukebox which, similar to Gwynn’s creation, could summon the playing of a record after prompts.

So Gwynn bought the Park Theatre. In 1922 he added what is now the lobby. There was no tower at that time. He lived in Estes during the summer and went back to Longmont during the colder months of the year.

While in Estes, he met a woman, fell in love and made plans for marriage. Ralph thought he had everything; summers in Estes Park and the love of a beautiful woman who he would marry. Plans for the marriage were made and finally the big day arrived. Ralph prepared for the

also never realized I would someday be playing a piano in that theatre while silent films were shown on the screen.

The Park Theatre exists today, now known as the Historic Park Theatre. It is the oldest movie theatre west of the Mississippi River.

Occasionally, the theatre goes back in time to the days before “talkies” and shows silent films. There will be three days of silent films: May 28 at 7 p.m., May 31 at 2 p.m. and June 4 at 2 p.m.

Three classic films of the silent era will be shown on those days. “Out West” starring Fatty Arbuckle and Buster Keaton followed by “The Bellboy” again starring Arbuckle and Keaton. The final film will be “The Rink” starring Charlie Chaplin.

Instead of Ralph Gwynn’s invention to provide background music, I will be playing the piano in the theatre. The piano is over 100 years old. The music will be songs selected to match the action on the screen. In addition to accompanying the films, I will play lively music for a half hour before the films start.

So make plans to visit the Historic Park Theatre on one of those three show dates. It’s a rare opportunity to relive an experience from the 1920s and it’s great family entertainment.

By: Kris Hazelton

With the new baby elk calves and the proximity of the elk population to the Estes Park residents and visitors, everyone is urged to be on alert and know that the mothers are not being aggressive when defending their young, just protective. It’s our responsibility to not get too close to the baby or the mother during calving season.

In the event that you encounter a protective mother elk anywhere in the Estes Valley, here are some helpful tips. Be aware. The best thing to do at this time of year is to be very aware of your surroundings. The cows have calves all over town and you just never know when you’re going to happen to walk by a mother and calf.

Back away. If you encounter a protective mother, the best thing to do is to back

Elk Calves Appearing In The Estes Valley Caution Urged Around Protective Moms

away quickly. Don’t turn your back on her, as you won’t know if she is charging you. Make yourself look large. If you have a jacket, raise it above your head, and swing it around, make yourself look formidable. Chances are the mother will be glad you’re leaving their space. However, if she continues to pursue you, check around for a stick and if one is available, pick it up and throw the stick at her or if she approaches, give her a whack on her nose to drive her away.

Protect your head. If she is an especially protective mother and charges you to the point of knocking you down, curl up in the fetal position and protect your head and neck with your arms and hands. She’ll most likely give you a couple of thumps with her legs and then leave you alone, not seeing you as a potential threat anymore.

Advice for dog owners. If you happen to be walking or jogging with a dog, the elk will be even more on alert and aggressive towards your dog. She will see your pet as a real threat, a predator, to her baby. The best thing to do in this case is turn around and go the other way. If you can’t do that, let your dog go for the time, and save yourself. The elk will most likely chase off your dog and you can retrieve the dog a bit further down the trail.

Change your route. If the elk are on the trail you frequent, there are miles of other trails, less used by the elk and it is suggested you alter your route for a few weeks to avoid potential problems.

Although the elk are used to seeing people, the elk are very much still wild animals. Adult elk, both male and female, are very large and can be dangerous, particularly if they think a person is threatening their territory or offspring.

Another important note, if you find a baby elk or mule deer, please never go near or touch it. Even though it could appear that its mother is absent, elk calves are seldom orphaned, and its mother is probably feeding only a short distance away. She’ll make herself known very quickly when you get too close!

If you come across a protective female elk, and she is endangering people in a public area, the best thing to do is move away and call the Estes Park Police Department Dispatch Center at 586-4000. They will notify the proper authorities and the volunteers who will temporarily close off the area until the mother moves on with her calf.

Educating ourselves and our visitors about wildlife issues is the right thing to do, especially around calving time and during the fall rut.

Remember, there’s a reason it’s called wildlife.

Photos by Jim Ward

Photo by Robert Burns

Photos by Kris Hazelton

DON’T FORGET TO REMEMBER… ’HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY’

A group of high school seniors were touring our Nation’s Capital on Memorial Day. Their guide asked them what Memorial Day represented. After the students looked around at each other, one finally spoke: “The day the swimming pool opens?” What would your answer be? Researchers tell us that only about 25% know what this special day stands for. Many in our area would possibly venture: “The day the Bolder Boulder race is run here on the Front Range?” However, if you noticed those names on the bibs of many of the runners, and, certainly, if you entered the bleachers and watched the festivities taking place following the race, you would be reminded exactly what the day was designed to commemorate. I’ve been privileged to be in those bleachers on numerous occasions, either when I did the race or was simply a spectator. There is no mistaking the Day’s purpose as you read the names on runners’ bibs…a dad, mother, uncle, grandfather, who was or currently is in the military. Or, in the stands, as you watch the ‘fly-by’ of jets from Buckley, the skydivers bearing flags representing the different branches of the military, listen to the meaningful messages and honors conveyed on veterans who spent their lives serving our nation. If you listened to the touching ‘Taps’ played and heard the rifle salute, you would know the reason this day was established and should be honored by all true Americans. Perhaps it will help us to remember if we know that Fort Logan cemetery near Denver, now the resting place of tens of thousands of military, is named for General John Logan, who, in the distant past, gave an order that a day in May would be dedicated to ‘strewing flowers or otherwise decorating the graves of those ‘comrades’ who died in defense of our country’. I’ve been honored to officiate at several of the burial services there and am always touched by how kindly our ‘fallen’ are treated there. And Memorial Day should be a ‘happy day’, said one, who explained: “because you are paying reverence to those individuals who have paid the price.” So, this Memorial Day spend time giving our ‘national heroes’ their due.

Along with the honoring of our military heroes, Memorial Day is also a good day to remember all those ‘other’ ‘fallen heroes’ that have sacrificed so much to bless our lives. Many already do this, visiting local cemeteries to lay flowers on the graves of parents, siblings, and other loved ones who have gone before. We recently honored Moms as ‘Everyday Heroes’, but we need to do that with others who have sacrificed much so that our lives could be enriched. A song that is in many hymn books, although different from most hymns, heralds the value of our ‘precious memories’. “Precious memories, unseen angels, sent from somewhere to my soul. How they linger, ever near me, and the sacred past unfold. Precious father, loving mother, fly across the lonely years; and the old scenes of my childhood, in fond memory appear. As I travel on life’s pathway, know not what the years may hold. As I ponder, hope grows fonder, precious memories flood my soul.” I trust that you will take some time on Memorial Day to remember all those ‘other heroes’, who fought many ‘battles’ for you as well, albeit not recognized by ribbons, medals, salutes, and other recognitions. Their battles may not have been so evident or even as traumatic, as those of our military, but they were no less sacrificial and motivated by their love for you, as these others were by their love for their country.

While we’re at it, what a great time for us to ‘honor’ another, whose love for us all required a great sacrifice…His death on the cross. Most who attend Christian worship services spend time during those services ‘honoring his death, burial, and resurrection’ through weekly participation in the Lord’s Supper (Communion). Early disciples did this on the first day of the week, in accordance with God’s command to ‘remember His Son’s sacrifice for us “until He comes again”. Feel free to join us on Fish Creek, at the Church of Christ, each Sunday morning or evening, to participate in this ‘honoring’ of God’s Son.

In the meantime, Happy Memorial Day! God bless.

Pastor Dorman Celebrates 20 Years At Christian Church Of Estes Park

ily welcomed their son, Thomas in 2005.

Bob Lewis

On June 3, 2023, Pastor Aaron Dorman will celebrate 20 years of service at the Christian Church of Estes Park. Most Pastors serve in a congregation for about four to six years; and many leave ministry in about eleven. Only one in ten make it over a decade. Statistics like this highlight just what an accomplishment 20 years of ministry is. Additionally, to have that time spent pastoring in one church, in his own hometown is reason to celebrate.

Dorman is an Estes Park native who was born on the day of the Big Thompson flood in 1976, and graduated EPHS in 1995. In 1997 he married his wife, Amy. The Dorman’s began attending the Christian Church of Estes Park and Aaron began serving as a volunteer overseeing youth programming.

In early 2000, the church’s elder board recognized a calling in his life. With the church’s support, Aaron and Amy left Estes briefly to attend Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO, with the stated goal of completing their education quickly and returning to serve the church in their beloved mountains and church home.

In 2003, that goal became a reality and Dorman accepted a position as Associate Pastor. He whole-heartedly threw himself into serving the church and the Estes Valley. He worked diligently to bring together the local churches and was instrumental in the support of the Ministerial Alliance and the development of the HUB youth ministry. The Dorman fam-

In 2013, Dorman was unanimously selected by the members as Lead Pastor of the church. One month later, the historic flood of September 2013 decimated much of Estes Park and damaged the church

building. It was quite the initiation into senior leadership, but he navigated the challenges it presented with a strong focus on serving the Estes Valley community through this difficult time.

Since that time, Dorman has the led Christian Church of Estes Park with a tenure of integrity and compassion through challenges like wildfires, a pandemic, and the usual staffing changes and financial struggles. In addition to his work at the church, Dorman loves to spend time with family and friends and to cook great food. He loves to coach youth football (go Bobcats!) and has done so for many years.

The Christian Church of Estes Park elders and congregation would like to recognize and congratulate Pastor Dorman for this significant milestone in his career and the ministry of the church.

Estes Park Senior Citizens Center Menu

EPHS Track | Boys 4 x 800m CHSAA 3A State Champs

Congratulations to our EPHS Boys 4 x 800 m Relay team for winning State at JeffCo Stadium in Lakewood. The relay team includes Austin Tice, Mason Wignall, Creed Shotts and Cris Estanol (subs- Javier Hernandez and Blake Marcantonio).

The first state championship in a relay came in the 4 x 800 meter event and that honor belonged to Estes Park, which

clocked a time of 8:05.14 to finish well in front of Classical Academy (8:10.50) and Resurrection Christian (8:11.14). On Saturday, when the champs arrived back in Estes Park, members of EPPD and the EVFPD helped create a welcome home parade for families and community members who had gathered at the high school to welcome them back and celebrate their great win!

May 29 – June 2

Monday, May 29 CLOSED for Memorial Day

Tuesday, May 30 Country Fried Steak w/ Mashed Potatoes, gravy & vegetables

Wed., May 31 BBQ Beef Brisket Sandwich w/ Mac ‘n Cheese & coleslaw

Thursday, June 1 Chicken Primavera w/ Pasta, garlic bread & side salad

Friday, June 2 Salmon (4 oz grilled) w/ Rice Pilaf & soup of the day

June 5 – 9

Monday, June 5 Breakfast Croissant (scrambled eggs w/ cheese topped w/ bacon) w/ Hashbrowns & fruit

Tuesday, June 6 Mexican Platter (beef taco in corn shell, bean burrito topped w/ pork green chili & cheesy quesadilla) w/ refried beans

Wed., June 7 Smothered Chicken (6 oz) (topped w/ mushrooms, green peppers & onions) w/ Roasted Potatoes

Thursday, June 8 Spaghetti w/ Meatballs, garlic bread & side salad

Friday, June 9 Trout (4 oz) w/ Baked Potato & soup of the day

Meals are $7 for current 2023 EP Senior Citizens Center members and are by reservation only. (Or 3 meals for $20; use pre-paid meal tickets.) Exact cash or check payment required. Reservations must be made by 1:00 PM at least one business day in advance. Note, if you want to reserve a meal for Tuesday, May 30th, you need to call before 1:00 PM on Friday, May 26th. For reservations call 970-581-2195 and leave a detailed message. Pre-paid meal tickets and membership forms are available at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center located at 1760 Olympian Lane.

The Center is OPEN (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10-1; Tuesday 10-2) TriFit (MWF 10:30-11:15); Yoga (TT 10:15-11:15); Circuit Balance Class Mondays 1-1:45

Mahjong (Tuesdays 10 – 2); Board Games 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 11:30-1:30

Live Music & Presentations Tuesday @ 12:00 – 1:30 (TBA)

Two Bridge Groups: 1st, 3rd, & 5th Wed. of the month & Every Thursday 12:30 - 4 PM

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

Lizbeth Garcia 10th Grade

Congratulations to Lizbeth Garcia, the Estes Park High School Student of the Week for May 26, 2023.

Lizbeth lives with her sister, Karen Castro, and her guardian Dalila Navas. At EPHS her favorite class is English and ELD Newcomer because she’s learned a lot. She especially likes Miss Lori who supports her all of the time and Lizbeth really appreciates her. She is proud of her good grades and always tries to do her best and do things well.

Outside of school she enjoys playing soccer and going to the gym with her sister. She works at Burgers & Gyros and really likes her job and said, “the people there are very kind and good to me.” She has three siblings, one of them lives with her in Estes Park, the others are in other states. On the days she rests, she likes to go out with friends or family.

When asked a place she’d like to visit she said, “I would like to go to Mexico, I miss my family and I also would like

to go to California and visit my dad and my uncles.”

The best piece of advice she’s been given is, "Look forward, do your best and try to be better everyday.”

After high school she may want to join the Marine Corps. She said, “I like to work hard and I appreciate the opportunities that they give for us. I want to have a good career, I am not quite sure which university I will enter after high school but I would like to be a professional.”

Book Club For Mortals Features

When Death Becomes Life In June

Dr. Joshua Mezrich creates life from loss. As a transplant surgeon, he’s different from other doctors: most physicians fight death, but in transplantation, doctors take from death.

In his touching book, When Death Becomes Life, Mezrich takes us inside the operating room at the University of Wisconsin and unlocks the miracle of transplant surgery. He examines how science advances on a grand scale to improve human lives, connecting the history with the inspiring and heartbreaking stories of his patients.

“The sick suffer alone, they undergo procedures and surgeries alone, and in the end, they die alone,” says Mezrich. “Transplant is different. Transplant is all about having someone else join you in your illness. In every case, someone is saying, in effect, ‘Let me join you in the recovery, your suffering, your fear of the unknown, your desire to become healthy, to get your life back. Let me bear some of your risk with you.’”

Responding To Patron Parking Needs: The Library Hears You!

When Death Becomes Life is the June selection for Book Club For Mortals at the Estes Valley Library. Sign up and claim one of five free copies; then, join us for conversation on Thursday, June 8 at 10 a.m. Sessions will be offered in-person or on Zoom.

Book Club For Mortals is focused on discussing books related to end-of-life and subjects related to being mortal. Please note this is not a grief or bereavement group, just a space for people to have open discussions on interesting topics.

The book club takes place on the second Thursday of every month and is led by Mindy Rickard, advance care planning advisor and Book Club for Mortals host for many years. Additional details and registration are available at estesvalleylibrary.org

Last summer, the Estes Valley Library conducted an extensive Community Needs Assessment to gather opinions, assumptions, needs, key issues and assets about the Library and our patrons’ needs.

Several recommendations emerged, including resounding feedback about access: you asked us to explore options for making visits to the Library easier, via solutions for parking, seasonal crowds, and downtown traffic. We hear you!

Now introducing: Park Like a Local. This new initiative begins May 26 (the start of the paid parking season) and will focus on savvy, locals-only tips to improve your access to the Library.

Step one: we’re streamlining the process of acquiring a Local Permit for those who reside within the R3 School District boundaries. Simply share a few quick details with our staff and we’ll take care of signing you up to receive two hours of free parking daily.

What do we need? Only your license plate number and the plate’s issuing state. In turn, we will automatically send your information to the Town of Estes Park and the Town's parking

vendor, the Car Park. Within 72 hours your car will be included in the Local Permit system. Yes, it’s as straightforward as that! No physical permit is issued – the Town uses license plate readers as they patrol the lots.

Are you a new patron, or do you already have a library card? Doesn’t matter! You can register for a Local Permit with us at any time, either when signing up for your library card or during your next visit. Just remember, you must reside within the Estes Park School District boundaries.

If you’d like to be at the library for longer than two hours, or if you’re a visitor to Estes Park, remember that you can purchase parking time. Even better, you can park for free with no time limits at the parking garage. Enjoy the Riverwalk or the free downtown trolley to access the Library.

Did you know that we’re open until 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday? Try visiting a little later in the day and you could skip the bulk of congestion altogether. Parking is free and easier to find in the evenings.

Soon, we’ll be sharing more information about increased off-peak and offsite program offerings. Stay tuned for ways to engage with the library beyond our downtown branch. It’s all part of the “Park Like A Local” program, where we share the secrets for increasing your access to the public library. Thank you to our partners at the Town of Estes Park and the Car Park for this cross-agency collaboration. To learn more about Park Like A Local, visit estesvalleylibrary.org/parking.

Memorial Day Art Market Arts & Crafts Festival

The Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies has taken over the Memorial Day Art Market Arts & Crafts Festival this year! They are excited to be able to to continue the tradition that the Art Center has brought to this community in years past. You can expect to find the same high caliber of artisans as you have in the past.

The show runs Saturday through Monday, May 27-29. Hours Saturday & Sunday are 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in downtown Bond Park.

What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library

SPRING HOURS

Mondays - Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

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

Sundays, 1 - 5 p.m.

Special Hours

Closed Monday, May 29 for Memorial Day

Summer Hours

Beginning Tuesday, May 30, the library opens at 9 a.m. (with the exception of Sundays)

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Ⓡ: Registration required. Visit estesvalleylibrary.org to sign up.

ALL AGES

Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org

Easing Stress with Mindfulness Meditation Ⓡ

Tuesday, May 30, 1 - 2 p.m., Hondius

Room

Join the last session in our meditation series with instructor Judy LudwigKeller. No experience required. Recommended for adults and teens.

Crystal Prism Sunlight Catchers Ⓡ

Tuesday, May 30, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Makerspace

Add some sparkle to your windows with these easy-to-create sunlight catchers. All ages welcome.

Make a Giant Lite Brite Map Ⓡ

Thursday, June 1, 4 - 5:30 p.m., Hondius Room

Create an oversized, light-up map using lights, acrylic pegs, and power tools. Recommended for ages 9 and up.

Turkish Lamps Ⓡ

Tuesday, June 6, 6 - 8 p.m., Makerspace

Artfully craft your own Turkish-inspired glass mosaic lamp. Participants will use glass tiles and electrical wiring tools; recommended for adults and teens.

Tree of Life Pendants Ⓡ

Thursday, June 8, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Makerspace

Use a combination of wire-wrapping and beading to create tree-like pendants (as big as a window decoration or as small as an earring). Recommended for adults and teens.

ADULTS

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Introduction to Computers & the Internet Ⓡ

Wednesday, June 7, 10:30 a.m. - 12

p.m., Makerspace

Repeated Wednesday, June 14, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., Makerspace

Learn the absolute basics about computers, the internet, and the true secret of being a computer guru (hint: it’s about asking the right questions!).

BOOKS & AUTHORS

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The Fun Habit: Author Talk with Mike Rucker, Ph. D. Ⓡ

Wednesday, June 7, 2 - 3 p.m., online

We know fun is beneficial to our physical and psychological well-being, yet fun’s absence from our modern lives is striking. Dr. Mike Rucker will discuss his book, The Fun Habit, as the ultimate guide to reap the benefits that fun offers. Presented with the Library Speakers Consortium.

Book Club for Mortals: When Death Becomes Life Ⓡ

Thursday, June 8, 10 - 11:30 a.m., Wasson Room & online

Discuss end-of-life issues and our shared mortality. June’s feature, When Death Becomes Life, illuminates the extraordinary field of organ transplantation that creates life from loss.

TEENS & KIDS

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Book vs. Movie Club: The Princess Bride Ⓡ

Saturday, May 27, 12:30 - 2:15 p.m., Hondius Room

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

Lego Club

Saturday, May 27, 3 - 4 p.m., Hondius Room

Explore different building and engineering challenges each month with our new Lego Club. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Teen Advisory Council Ⓡ

Thursday, June 1, 6 - 7 p.m., Hondius Room

Monthly meeting for tweens and teens (ages 11-18) who would like to recommend ideas for library programming, design for future teen space, and collection purchases for their age group.

Currency From Around the World Ⓡ

Saturday, June 3, 2 - 3 p.m., Hondius Room

Check out a variety of foreign currency, learn different terms for money, and pick out coins to take home!

Passport: Japan! Sushi Making Ⓡ

Tuesday, June 6, 11 a.m.12:30 p.m., Hondius Room

Repeated Tuesday, June 6, 4 -

5:30 p.m., Hondius Room

Roll seaweed, rice, and filling to make sushi! Veggie options provided. Ages 6 and up. A “Wander the World” Summer Reading Program event.

Passport: Japan! Origami Ⓡ

Wednesday, June 7, 2 - 3 p.m., Makerspace

Learn the Japanese art of folding paper into shapes such as cranes, boats, and planes. A “Wander the World” Summer Reading Program event.

KIDS & FAMILIES

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Library Storytimes

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

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

Read to Therapy Dog “Bo”: Tues., June 6 at 10 a.m.

Outdoor Active Storytime: Wed., June 7 at 10:30 a.m.

Read to Therapy Dog “Annie”: Wed., June 7 at 4:30 p.m.

Outdoor Storytime & Car Seat Safety

Wednesday, May 31, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Stanley Park

Meet us outside! Littles can enjoy storytime and giveaways from the Library at 10:30, then learn kid-friendly information about safety from the American Red Cross. Estes Valley Fire Protection District will be providing car seat checks. Presented in partnership with EVICS Family Resource Center.

Magic Wand Workshop Ⓡ Wednesday, May 31, 6 - 6:30 p.m., Hondius Room

Children ages 6 and under, along with their parents/guardians, will create a magic wand while learning imagination games for peaceful transitions to bedtime. Presented by Susanne Benton, NCTMB.

MAKERSPACE

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Learn the Laser Cutter Ⓡ Sunday, May 28, 1:30 - 3 p.m.

For ages 10 and up (participants under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult).

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

For ages 10 and up (participants under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult).

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY FOUNDATION

Cliffhanger Used Books

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

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Ⓡ: Registration required. Visit estesvalleylibrary.org to sign up.

Bustang To Estes Park Returning For 2023 Season

Fourth year of service begins Memorial Day Weekend

Tourists, hikers and cyclists have another option to travel from the Denver/Boulder area to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park this summer with the resumption of Bustang to Estes service on Saturday, May 27.

Bustang to Estes will make two roundtrips on Saturdays, Sundays, and holiday Mondays between Denver’s Union Station, Estes Park, and RMNP. The service continues through Sunday, Oct. 1.

Passengers disembarking in Estes Park can catch the town’s free trolley to access a variety of locations in town. Passengers using the service for access into RMNP will travel to the Park & Ride Transit Hub on Bear Lake Road. From there, they can transfer to the in-park shuttles with stops on the Bear Lake Road corridor.

Please Note: Bustang’s only stop in RMNP is the Park & Ride transit hub. Passengers headed there are reminded to be prepared with food and water prior to arriving in Estes Park. No food services

are available at the Estes Park Visitors Center OR at the Park & Ride. In addition, a valid RMNP Entrance Pass is required to enter the park ($15 for an individual pass/ $30 for two or more riders). However, passengers do NOT need to purchase a Timed Entry Reservation Permit.

“Bustang has enjoyed providing seasonal service to Estes Park since 2019 and we appreciate our partnerships with the local communities,” said Kay Kelly, the Colorado Department of Transportation’s chief of innovative mobility. “We are excited to con-

Schedule (may vary depending on weather and road conditions)

tinue this popular service again this summer as we work to attract even more travelers into public transit options, which can alleviate traffic congestion and emissions in one of Colorado's most beautiful landscapes.”

A roundtrip ticket is $15 per person with (discounts available for children, seniors, individuals with disabilities, and students). To purchase tickets for Bustang to Estes and a RMNP pass, please visit ridebustang.com.

“We couldn’t be more excited with Bustang services returning to Estes Park this summer,” said Estes Park Mayor Wendy Koenig. “If you're a local heading to the Denver area, or a guest visiting Estes, Bustang is a great way to beat the stress of traffic, avoid buying more gas, and it allows you to enjoy a smooth trip.”

Ace Express Coaches of Golden operates Bustang to Estes for CDOT.

Statements of Support:

“Visit Estes Park is proud to support Bustang to provide a sustainable, accessible mode of transportation for guests traveling to Estes Park. It reduces the environmental impact of greenhouse gas emissions caused by vehicles traveling to Estes Park. It also provides an affordable and accessible option for those who do

not have their own vehicle.” Visit Estes Park Senior Destination Development Manager Dana Paiement

“Boulder County is pleased to support the Bustang bus service as a travel option to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park for the summer and fall 2023 season. Increasing the use of public transportation and providing alternatives to driving supports Boulder County’s transportation, sustainability, and equity goals.

We are happy to be participating in this program again this season and we encourage residents and visitors to use this service.” Boulder County Commissioner Claire

Levy

“The Town of Lyons supports Bustang as a great public transportation alternative for getting visitors up to Rocky Mountain

National Park and Estes Park during the busy summer season. This public transportation option aligns with Lyons’ sustainability goals and efforts to continue to explore ways to lower our carbon footprint and emissions. Bustang is a great way for domestic and international travelers to experience and see one of our greatest national parks without the stress of route finding or navigating. This type of transportation improvement also helps to improve the guest experience, and it can strengthen our local economy of independently owned businesses. All the best and continued success from the Town of Lyons.” Town of Lyons Mayor Hollie Rogin

“The City and County of Broomfield are pleased to support CDOT's Bustang to

Estes Park's new transit stop at US 36 & Broomfield Station as an affordable, lowstress way to visit Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park this summer. Broomfield applauds CDOT's efforts to provide reliable mobility options, improve air quality, and increase equity in access to transportation for all.” Mayor of the City and County of Broomfield Guyleen Castriotta

“Rocky Mountain National Park is pleased to partner once again with CDOT this summer. Bustang to Estes provides visitors in Denver and on the Colorado Front Range with additional affordable transportation options and more opportunities to visit and explore the wonders of Rocky Mountain National Park.” Park Superintendent Darla Sidles

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Caleb, Bella, Ava & Clara Are In Need Of New, Loving Families

Please call (970) 286-1652 if you’d like to meet any of these special pets. Don’t shop, please adopt!

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.

Sweet little Clara is about three months old. She is a cute kitten who does well with other kitties.

Ava is 10-11 years old. Her person went to hospice care so she is looking for a new family. She is good with other cats and dogs.

Cute Caleb is about eight months old. He is a happy go lucky little dude! He plays well with others and also entertains himself.

Bella is a handsome and sweet one year old dog who weighs about 40 pounds. He is good with other dogs and loves people.

Quilts Of Valor Seeking Local Service Members And Veterans

The Estes Valley Quilt Guild will present Quilts of Valor to veterans before the Village Band Concert on the Fourth of July at Performance Park.

If you know a deserving vet, or are one yourself, please send an email to archie_taylor@sbcglobal.net. Last year we presented seven beautiful quilts, some of them shown here.

Bella Ava

Caleb

Clara

Estes Park Men’s Golf Association Results For May 22, 2023

Congratulations to all winners

Austin Logan 59

John Peterson 63

Al Wagner 63

Joel Moore 65

Tony Paglia 65

Mike Johnston 65

Chris Haught 65

Will Casey 66

Mike Riley 66

Chris Layton 67

Scott Logan 67

John Tracy 67

John Copenhaver 67

Brian Kelly 68

Tony Fink 68

Al Arms 69

Vigil Yarbrough 69

Larry Nosbish 69

Stan Osborne 69

John Tessler 69

Drew Webb 70

Jim Toresdahl 70

Bill Harms 70

Jerry Ballinghoff 71

Jim Gallup 71

Greg Shipman 71

Dustin Brown 71

George Smith 71

Henry Glover 71

Bill Cooper 71

Steve Poznic 71

John Krueger 71

Brad Anderson 71

Rex Schulte 72

Steve Nagl 72

Paul Edens 72

Dave Arterburn 72

Our Community Has A Strong Root System

By: Brian Schaffer

Last month my wife and I went on a little trip to San Francisco. We had a long list of sites we wanted to see and places to visit. One of the places was Muir Woods which is filled with beautiful redwoods. As we entered the national park I noticed a description on a plaque that

addition to the joint strength of their roots these trees also release upwards of 500 gallons of water into the air each day to help create a moist fog that provides the other trees and plants in the forest the water they need to live. That’s a lot to soak in! I’m thinking of you as well. I’ve kinda gone off on a little “Na-

Estes Park Women’s Golf Association Results for May 23, 2023

The game of the day was, the odd holes on the front nine are counted and the even holes on the back nine are counted.

The winners are:

1st Place

Pam Vendegna

2nd Place

Johanna Gengler

Tied for 3rd Place

Bonnie Rumsey

Carol Felner

Kathy Bryson

6th Place

Hulda Bachman

Tied for 7th Place

Diane Butler

Jan Alderman

We invite any women golfers to join our golf league with many levels of players on Tuesdays at the 18 Hole Golf Course.

Contact President, Carla Spreng-Webb for more information.

Carla.spreng@gmail.com

described how the cluster of trees that surrounded us were formed. The clusters are called Family Circles because they are all related. Their roots are intertwined and they exist to support one another. While standing among these giants I had a few ideas that I wanted to share when I got back, so here are a few of them. As you may already know the majestic trees found in the redwood forests of California have been on the earth for over 100 million years. I’ve read that at one point in time the giant redwoods could be found almost everywhere in the world, but they are now found primarily in a narrow strip of land near the California coast. The statistics describing the redwood tree are truly mind boggling. For instance, these giants can live for upwards of 2000 years. They can weigh up to 500 tons. They may grow to a height of over 350 feet and be over 25 feet in diameter. With the size and weight of these trees it would stand to reason that the root system would go deep into the earth, providing the support it would need to weather high winds, lightning storms, and earthquakes, but actually the roots aren’t very deep at all. In fact, they are only about 612 feet deep. The roots of each tree will spread out laterally and interlock with the root systems of surrounding trees which gives them the strength they need to stay upright over millennia. And, in

tional Geographic” episode, but I did it to unfold how I see this applying to us in our community. The redwoods are a prime example of effective teamwork. In order to survive, withstanding adversities and inevitable hardships, all the redwoods must work together. By sharing their main resource (water) with the other trees and plants in the forest, they are truly making an investment in the team, and through their teamwork, these trees have results that reach the heavens. In the same way, I believe the results we are experiencing through the ministry of Crossroads is reaching the heavens and making an eternal difference in the lives of our neighbors in need. We have a strong root system embedded in our community where we find neighbor supporting neighbor with resources to make sure they don’t fall during the storms of life or grow weary when the weight of circumstances press down on them. Families of neighbors who have been planted in our community are fortunate to be surrounded by a caring, compassionate forest of love. Let’s continue to cultivate the Estes Valley with a love for neighbor that binds us together and ensures no one ever finds themselves in a struggle alone. We really do need each other!

Photo by Michael Barringer

Ecological Sustainability Legislation

By: Judi Smith

The citizenry have expressed significant interest in ecological sustainability. Because there is significant interest in ecological sustainability, our elected officials are quite interested in pursuing improvement to air pollution (water pollution and land pollution as well). Because it is of interest to elected officials, something is getting done.

However, although the people truly want less air pollution (also less fires and floods), not all individuals want drastic changes to their own lifestyle. Therefore, most National laws in this realm concern rewards for voluntary participation, generally in the form of reducing the cost of infrastructure and equipment. When you consider the eventual savings from renewable energy, these reimbursements, often delivered in tax credits, are extremely beneficial for those who can afford them and new laws offering grants and tax credits have broadened this scope.

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal, passed in 2021, actually contains many of these enticements to do what is most needed. This law offers money to the states that they can then offer to local governments and residents who want to improve their ecological lives. The Infrastructure Bill sets out to redirect the $100B (billion) per year that we, as a nation, currently spend on recovery, to instead build resiliency and avert multiple disasters. In an effort to improve connectivity between municipalities, it increases the availability of affordable Broadband. It invests (largely by grants to States) in clean drinking water and the elimination of lead pipes ($55B). It addresses the long overdue cleanup of brownfield and Super Fund sites and it secures abandoned mines and orphaned oil and gas wells by investing $21B in cleanup procedures. This legislation pursues zero-emission power grid delivering clean, reliable energy across the USA ($65B). (Power outages currently cost $70B per year.) It champions: repair and rebuilding of disintegrating roads and bridges ($110) to ensure safety and equity along with climate change mitigation and resiliency. This includes “Safe Streets for All” to design and build safe routes to schools, bicycle and pedestrian paths, and wildlife crossings with a focus on safety. The Law includes building a network of 500,000 electric vehicle chargers (7½B) to encourage the reduction of greenhouse gas (ghg); expanding access to railway travel and completing maintenance and upgrades to improve safety, coast to coast, of both freight and passengers ($66B), reimagining and rebuilding aging ports and airports to strengthen our freight supply chains ($42B), and a sizeable investment in public transit ($39B), both extension (to isolated communities) and modernization (to electric vehicles).

These funds allow Colorado to pass some similar laws, which would actually be forms of pass-thru funds from the Infrastructure Law. However, this would be less complicated if the Tabor Act did not require the “return” of any grant (equivalency) that exceeds the Tabor allotment. Even so, it all depends upon the procedure. My personal opinion: “Debruced” counties, districts, and municipalities who apply for grants from the Federal government should be able to use the funds without having to “Taborize” their actions.

On the other hand, Colorado has also offered solutions by mandate, largely directed at businesses (easier to enforce)

and whose effective dates of activation often spread over time, allowing a “period of adjustment,” so as to avoid stress, financial or emotional. Businesses and individuals who pay attention can prepare for these changes. Those who ignore the various sources of news are often caught unaware when the law goes into effect. There are advantages to maintaining a calendar of activation dates. Many, perhaps most, Colorado Towns already have an “Ecological,” “Environmental,” or “Sustainability” Manager to keep an eye on such developments and offer current information to locals ensuring everyone has access to what the future holds.

A good example of this is SB21-1162 “Plastic Pollution Reduction Act” which was passed in 2021, but had no visible effect until January 2023 and will be fully on board by mid 2024. Other laws, also covered in prior articles: the selffunding HB22-1355 “Producer Responsibility Program for Recycling” (deadlines span June 1’23 to Feb1’25) and HB22-1159 “Waste Diversion and Circular Economy Development Center” which updates each September until 2030.

With three strong waste redirection laws in long-term progression, new 2023 developments trended toward energy generation. Perhaps indicative: The “Oil and Gas Commission” became the “Energy and Carbon Management Commission,” expanding its regulatory areas and charges. In total, environmental laws enacted by the Colorado General Assembly in 2022-2023 covered air pollution, transportation (including transit expansion and electric vehicles), energy in buildings, toxicity, water (both conservation and quality), waste diversion, disaster resiliency (for increased wildfires), workforce development (for increased needs and for workers changing industry) plus care of orphaned wells and building wildlife crossings to minimize vehicular accidents. There were some long days and late nights to accomplish all of this, and my list may be incomplete due to some economic bills with beneficial ecological side effects.

These laws will go into effect over the next seven years. Some provide funding. Some are mandates. Some stipulate studies which will form the basis of laws in the future. Perhaps the most interesting trend is the new laws that create units to study, form regulation, and manage compliance. A Task Force in July will study the Colorado River. (Perhaps it is not too late to save parts of the Republican River, or rescue the Arkansas?) The Office of Clean Energy has a lot on their plate going forward. One bill of particular interest, HB221244, provides for an air quality monitoring study spanning the next eight years.The responsibility for this is shared by the Department of Public Health and Environment and the Air Quality Control Commission.

The expected reports will better define the ecological problems we face and suggest resolutions that will drop our global warming below 1.5 degree centigrade (above Industrial Revolution levels) by 2030. This is easier said than done. We have already progressed 73% of the way to this point and, when you consider the upward curve in recent years, this deadline, like that of the National Budget, may get here sooner than expected.

Priest

To Speak About His Walk Across The United States At St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church

In 2019, The Rev. Peter Munson walked across the United States, raising money for four different organizations that do great work on behalf of children. The project was called 6 Million Steps for Kids. Munson walked 3,377 miles over 8-1/2 months, beginning in Charleston, South Carolina and finishing in San Francisco. He will give a short

talk about the project and facilitate a question-and-answer session at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church on Sunday, June 4th, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. Admission is free and all are invited.

The church is located at 880 MacGregor Avenue (www.stbartsepiscopalchurch.org).

“Hidden Gardens” Throughout Loveland Featured During Loveland Garden Tour & Art Show June 17th

Explore "Hidden Gardens" across Loveland during the 19th Annual Loveland Garden Tour & Art Show June 17th! Get a glimpse into six beautiful private gardens, including a formal European-style garden, a rose garden, and spaces for entertaining, plus an urban farm. Kick off the fun at Loveland Youth Gardeners’ Good Enough Farm, where an artists market and local vendors will be featured for the first time Saturday, June 17th from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

This fun, educational, communitybuilding event is the primary fundraiser for Loveland Youth Gardeners, a local nonprofit serving youth in Northern Colorado. LYG empowers youth facing challenges to cultivate life/work skills, environmental stewardship, and community service. At the Good Enough Farm, located behind Boys & Girls Club - Pulliam, young people are provided horticultural therapy, nature-based edu-

cation, and an opportunity to connect with the environment by getting their hands in the soil. The working farm features raised garden beds, a native plants garden, a medicinal plants garden, chickens, beehives, vermiculture, and much more. From early childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood, youths are offered a wide variety of programs and ways to get involved.

For more information on the Loveland Garden Tour & Art Show, programs, and events, visit www.lovelandyouthgardeners.org or contact Kelly Robenhagen at director@lovelandyouthgardeners.org.

For more information on the Loveland Garden Tour & Art Show and other events, visit www.lovelandyouthgardeners.org. For info on Loveland Youth Gardeners, contact Kelly Robenhagen at director@lovelandyouthgardeners.org or (970) 692-3715.

Grateful For Village Thrift Shop

To the Editor:

This is a hearty thank you to the Village Thrift Shop for its grants to many local nonprofits, including the Salud Foundation. Although a number of Salud’s patients have some medical coverage through Medicaid and Medicare, government-funded medical care is porous, often not covering all services. For example, Medicare does not cover dental care which many patients receive from Salud’s dental staff. Thrift Shop grants to

still have those extra winter coats that have hung by the back door for countless winters? Just in case we have visitors in the winter? Not likely!

Beyond these benefits to donors, many community members need access to low-cost items in order to stretch their budgets, budgets already stretched thin by high rent and by ever-more costly groceries. There are community members who really need our extra winter coats.

Remembrance

By: Larry Strong

“Old days, good times I remember. Fun days, filled with simple pleasure. Drivein movies, comic books and blue jeans, Howdy Doody, baseball cards and birthdays. Take me back to the world gone away, memories seem like yesterday. Oh, old days—good times I remember. Gold days—days I’ll always treasure. Funny faces, full of love and laughter. Funny places, summer nights and streetcars. Take me back to the world gone away.” (The band Chicago 1975)

sons. While some people in my life journey were difficult, I always learned from them—including what NOT to do sometimes. In the case of our old “team” from Indiana I will never forget our mutual trust, sacrifice and genuine concern for each other’s success and well-being. I’m a blessed man to have these guys in my life as well as the “Gold days, days I’ll always treasure. ”

the Salud Foundation are used to help qualifying Salud patients pay for these dental services as well as medical, behavioral health, and pharmaceutical services that are beyond the means of many local families. And that in turn helps these families “make ends meet.”

But there is much more to Thrift Shop’s simple business model than grants to local nonprofits.

The Thrift Shop has no paid staff which limit its primary expenditures to rent and utilities. The Thrift Shop receives its inventory of the merchandize free of charge. For donors, the Thrift Shop makes periodic purges of closets and garages easier. Thinking of having a garage sale? Let the Thrift Store sort, price and display your items. You will avoid the hassle and cost and be richly rewarded with priceless gratitude. Out with the pants that are too short or too tight. Out-of-style shoes and shoes that no longer fit are frequent donations as are yesteryear’s styles that our adult children have long urged us to toss. Make your life simpler! Clear out that frustrating kitchen drawer which holds too many unused knives and unwanted gadgets from last Christmas. Why do we

Some Thrift Store shoppers are relentless bargain hunters looking for that special item or just shopping in anticipation of the joy of finding that unique item they never knew they needed.

Others look upstairs to find a replacement for that tool they misplaced on the job site camping gear? It’s there. Perfectly good linens and bath towels are available for all purposes along with all of those recycled clothes.

Whatever the shoppers’ motivation these $1 and $5 items have generated over a million dollars in profits these past six years. Like the source of these funds, Thrift Shop profits are recycled throughout the community via grants to various nonprofits. Many of these nonprofits in turn use these same funds to help Thrift Shop customers with needed services, from groceries to health care, housing, and counseling services to name a few.

The seemingly simple Thrift Store business model is anything but simple. And our community is richer for it. Thank you, Village Thrift for pleasure of sharing our community’s wealth.

Doug Frisbie Estes Park Salud Foundation

I recently flew back to my home town in Indiana. It was a jour ney I’ve been wanting to take for a couple years and I knew some aspects of the trip would be hard. A friend I’ll call Dennis had a severe and totally unexpected stroke a couple years ago and has been in a skilled nursing fa cility ever since. The visit ended up being one of the best things I’ve done in recent memory as we spent a few hours over two days remembering and laughing about events over the past 40 years. As it ended up, the sweet overcame any bitter. “Old days, good times I remember.”

I also had the blessing of hanging out with two guys I trained shortly after Dennis recruited me into what became a 30 year career. I will call them Bill and Paul. Besides spending some time remembering and laughing about the “gold days, days I’ll always treasure” the three of us visited Dennis. It was the first time the old “team” was back together in over 35 years. There we were, “funny faces full of love and laughter” in spite of Dennis’ situation. It was not the reunion I would have wished but one I’ll always cherish. I was moved by how strong our love and respect for each other remains. “Our good memories seem like yesterday.”

We remember people for different rea-

Wildlife Responder Available To Help

Monday, we will remember the men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice by laying down their lives while serving in all U. S. wars. Jesus said, “There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” In the heat of battle friends to the left and right put themselves in harm’s way to protect each other and sacrifice their life if necessary. We remember and honor those who have exemplified that great love through their sacrifice and service. Freedom is not free.

The guys at Men on Fire bring incredible diversity every Saturday at “Breakfast with a Purpose.” Within our diversity we share our united faith in the One who laid down His life for us—Jesus. He is the ultimate demonstration of what love is and we believe He’s worth being “fired up” for. While we’re taking a break this Saturday to remember and honor the fallen, we will meet again June 3rd at the American Legion, 850 N. St. Vrain at 8:00 a.m.

Come join us on June 3rd. Regardless of where you’re at on your faith journey you’ll be welcomed and encouraged. While we appreciate the “Old Days” (on our minds and hearts to stay) we’re focused on the days ahead standing firmly and securely on our hope and trust in the One Who laid down His life because of His love for us. That’s no greater love and worth remembering!

Bella Walker Of Estes Park Named To Harding University Dean's List

Bella Walker, a Sophomore, studying molecular and cellular biology, is among more than 1,100 Harding University students included on the dean's list for grades achieved during the spring 2023 semester.

The dean's list is published each semester by Dr. Marty Spears, University provost, honoring those who have achieved high scholarship. To be eligible, a student must be carrying 12 or more hours with a 3.65 or higher grade-point average and no incompletes.

Knowledge, experience, skills to assist and educate individuals with and about wildlife encounters/situations. Specialty is elk, deer, bears, mountain lions. Part of Rocky Mtn. Cat Conservancy Research. If you see a kill site, call asap, or if you want more information or help with a wildlife situation, call Jayne the “Bear Lady” at 970-685-8756.

A Message From Flatiron Church

By: Larry Yarrington

The sermon on Sunday was a complex but eye-opening understanding of wisdom as presented in Proverbs from the Bible. I cannot capture it all in a short article but will expand a bit on what impacted me. The full sermon can be heard with things valuable to ponder on flatironschurch.com.

The key verses, repeated twice, were from Proverbs 14:12/16:25. “There is a way that seems right (not necessarily wrong) to man (or woman), but its end is the way to death. ” The reason is because life is too complex for mankind to figure out without help from a higher power. Our best thoughts are as foolishness to God. This is discernable by looking at history. Every civilization has eventually come to ruin by trying to govern through laws and force. We can see it America where its decline can be seen through several administrations both republican or democrat, and conservancy or liberalism. They are all mankind’s feeble attempt to understand the complexity of living with other humans.

Accordig to Proverbs, this is a matter of being able to make wise or foolish decisions. We understand from the Gospels that Jesus came, died, and was resurrected. That started a new phase in God’s plan to allow humans to have a helper or an advocate to help them in discerning wisdom from foolishness. Before this time, the Holy Spirit was available but only to a few who then passed on wisdom to others. Since the advent of Jesus all the wisdom of God is available to everyone who believes. It comes through a person of the trinity, who mysteriously lives in us to advise us as we make decisions.

I find this personally satisfying, bringing freedom, through submission. That may seem a strange idea, unless you have a deep relationship with someone

or, perhaps, are married. I may think I have greater freedom if I operate independently. But it really brings a bondage that is felt in the constraints of relationship. So, perhaps you decide you can do life without relationships. Has it worked for you? It seems to work for a while but then something essential to life seems to be missing. I may feel successful, but I am lonely. This may be the “death” the writer of proverbs is suggesting. We humans find life in relationships. And true relationships require submission. But it is a particular kind of submission. It is realizing that my talents and ideas are too small to create life. It takes others in my life to bring me to fullness of life. I partner with them to make wiser decisions than I would make with my knowledge alone.

But the Holy Spirit is also required because humans do not automatically play well together. Conflict arises and often cannot be resolved without a higher power working. So, our lead pastor, Jim Bergan, gave us a list of benefits one finds that the Holy Spirit brings.

1. The Holy Spirit is a person to whom we can relate. He is part of the Trinity which is relational by nature.

2. The Holy Spirit is a gift promised by God, the father, to help us.

3. The Holy Spirit lives with and in every person who believes.

4. The Holy Spirit always points to the Truth.

5. The Holy Spirit points to the truth in all decisions of life.

6. The Holy Spirit will bring to your remembrance all that He said while on earth.

To avoid foolishness brings us to an excellent definition of sin. It is not an event (some rule you have broken) but a journey and it is going someplace with purpose. The purpose is to destroy your life. John.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings

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

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

Fall River Group

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held at 453 West Elkhorn: Mon., Weds., at Noon Fri. at 7:00 p.m.

Babette “Bobie” Champlin

Babette “Bobie” Champlin, 62, of Windsor, Colorado, passed away on March 15, 2023, at Medical Center of the Rockies from health complications. She was surrounded by her children.

She was the owner of a local boutique "Mountain Reflections Merchantile" in Park Place Mall.

Bobie was a woman of many skills, evidenced by the span of her career: from teaching: interior design, astrology, and more; to her design work; to the small business that she owned with her youngest daughter. Bobie enjoyed dancing, crafting, sewing, gardening, art and riding her horses.

She is preceded in death by her parents Kenneth Lawson and Joyce Todryk, as well as her stepfather Walter Todryk.

Bobie is survived by her three daughters: Colette MacFarlane (Paul;

Eaton, CO), Carmen Champlin (Colorado Springs, CO), and Michaela Wiseman (Windsor, CO) ; her two grandchildren: Brant and Josephine MacFarlane; her stepmother, Carol Lawson(Laurel, MT); and her siblings: Ken Lawson (Tracy; Laurel, MT) and Karen Brawley (Billings, MT).

A Celebration of Life was held at Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park.

Bobie will be cremated and laid to rest by her family.

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

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

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

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

Vern E. Blue

LaVerne E. Blue, age 80, passed away peacefully on December 5 at the home he loved in Glen Haven, Colorado. His wife of 39 years feels blessed that she was able to grant his wishes to remain at home during the past 11 years while he courageously battled multiple health issues.

Born April 16, 1942 in Ottawa, Illinois to Vernon Blue and Lavon (Armstrong) Blue. He attended Ottawa High School, graduated in 1960 and was a key basketball player. One of most memorable times for him was when the 1959-60 basketball team was inducted into the Ottawa Township Hall of Fame in 2010. It was a two day event and a highlight of his life to be reunited with lifelong friendships. He attended L-P-O Junior College in Illinois and from there went to Colorado where he furthered his college education at Western State College in Gunnison. He felt fortunate to receive a scholarship and played on the basketball and baseball teams. He received

his college degrees in 1965 and in 1966 began teaching, coaching and served in administration in the Wray, CO school systems. He was a strong disciplinarian, but the students respected him and many still had contact with him. He was a long time Colorado High School basketball and football official, working games in Northern Colorado and Wyoming. CHSAA indicated that he was highly respected by coaches and peers. He also took on the role of assigning officials to games for several leagues.

He moved to Windsor, CO in I982 and began a new career with Horace Mann Insurance, selling to educators. It was in Windsor where he met Barb Skeen and they married on June 25, 1983. He had an urge to start his own business and became the owner/principal of the B&B Insurance Agency. He quickly grew the business in Northern Colorado and Denver when other agents joined him. The agency was sold in 2006 and continues to this day. After retirement, he missed being around people and found a job he loved the most...driving buses for Rocky Mountain Transit. He loved meeting tourists from all over the world and showing them beautiful Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park. While in Windsor, they resided in Foster-Schott Subdivision and later moved to Water Valley. But, it was always a dream to have a home in the mountains. They were so happy to bring the old

Celebration Of Life For Robert McCauley

stage coach stop/post office in Cedar Cove to life remodeling it into a small, rustic cabin where they would spend weekends. They both realized that mountain living was for them and moved to Glen Haven, where they remodeled and added onto one of the first homesteads in Glen Haven. This is the place where they have lived for the past 21 years. He loved the property and it gave them peace living in the beautiful surroundings next to Miller Creek. They were blessed with a wonderful life together for 39 years, with the past 11 years being a challenge of living with illness, experiencing the Cameron Peak Fire, flash floods, and the 2013 flood. He was always brave and upbeat, smile on his face, thumbs up, nothing ever discouraged him and he never wanted to leave his forever home. The property was always a place where wildlife could be seen and family and friends could experience what he loved.

He loved to travel and won trips through insurance sales to various places including Australia. They enjoyed many vacations in Hawaii. Later in life, they remodeled a small condo in AZ where they spent winter months and enjoyed nice weather, music shows and wonderful friends and neighbors.

Sports was his passion and during the years he had season tickets to Broncos, Rockies and Nuggets. He was a serious collector of sports memorabilia and enjoyed having signings with the Blake Street Bombers. It was always fun to see the kids’ faces when he would bring back the items that they gave him to have signed. He also sold memorabilia at places where Barb sold antiques.

Although he was not a father, he opened his heart and home to raise Barb's grandson. He became an instant Dad and always said it was the best thing he did in his life. He never missed a ballgame or school event and taught his

grandson valuable lessons in life.

Vern is preceded in death by both parents and a brother-in-law Dick Ostrom.

He is survived by his wife Barb of Glen Haven (mailing address in Drake), brother Fred Blue and wife Monica and family of Utica, Illinois, sister Janice Blue Ostrom of Mazeppa, MN, Stepson Scott Skeen of Loveland, CO, Grandson Brandon Skeen from Atlanta, GA and Otto, NC, Granddaughter Sarah Skeen Ruppert and her son Jacob Ruppert of Wright City, MO.

A Celebration of Life will take place 1:00 P.M. Saturday June 3, at the Glen Haven Town Hall, 7320 County Road 43, Glen Haven, Colorado 80532. We will be gathering to share favorite memories, stories, to laugh, to cry and to celebrate the life of the wonderful man we greatly miss. This will be a casual affair with music and time to visit. A private family inurnment will take place at Estes Valley Memorial Gardens at a later date.

Special thanks to the Glen Haven Volunteer Fire Department who have helped so many times and to Hospice of Estes Park. Please consider memorial donations in Vern's name to either business; Glen Haven Volunteer Fire Department, 7380 County Road 43, P.O. Box 53, Glen Haven, CO 80532; Hospice of Estes Park, 555 Prospect Avenue, P.O. Box 2740, Estes Park, CO 80517.

Remember Vern by doing things he loved most....being in natural surroundings, taking a walk, sitting by a river or stream, taking a ride in the mountains and finding true peace in lovely surroundings.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.allnuttestespark.com for Barb and the Blue family.

There will be a Celebration of Life for Robert McCauley held on Saturday, May 27, 2023 from 2-6 p.m. at the family home here in Estes Park.

Rocky Mountain Gateway

Now Hiring For Kitchen Staff and Servers

Gift Shop Cashier. Housing available. Apply in person. 3450 Fall River Rd.

Retail Manager (FT) and Seasonal Clerks (PT/FT)

Apply in person at Dakotah Jewelry or Sterling Pony in downtown Estes.

Rocky Mountain Conservancy Retail Clerks Alpine Visitor Center RMNP

(working at 12K feet)

 Seasonal: late May – October, 2023

 2-3 days/week

 Part- me and seasonal posi ons only

Responsible for the overall dayto-day operations of the Pine Room, the restaurant on-property at YMCA of the Rockies. $18.00$21.30/hour with full benefits, discounted childcare, membership, and more!

nOW hiRinG

Apply at 854 Dunraven Street, Estes Park cO 970/586-1085

mtnvalleyestes@gmail.com

Elk Ridge Dentistry is currently looking for a full time Dental Hygienist, M-Th, 7:45am-5pm. Call 970-586-5657

n igHT SeC u RiTY oFFiCeR (SeaSo n a l )

Ensures all of the core buildings and lodges are locked and/or secure after hours. $13.65/hour, on-site dormitory-style housing available, 3 meals day/7days per week, and more perks! www.w o rk i nth e r o ck ie s. o r g

 $19.00 - $19.50/hour

Ques ons? Call 970-586-0121

E-mail to apply: Opportunity@RMConservancy.org

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Reception position wanted for Integrity Chiropractic Monday, Wednesday Friday. Please inquire within at IntegrityChiropracticsc@gmail.com or call the office at 970.577.0007.

Rams Horn Village Resort has a year round, part time position available in our Activities/Hospitality Department: $18-20/hour. Responsibilities include exceptional customer service, weekly shopping, food prep, and assisting with weekend events for guests. Approx 16-20 hrs/wk. Can also work in Guest Services/Housekeeping department for full time employment, which includes summer bonus and benefits package. Fill out an application at Rams Horn Village Resort, 1565 Colo. Hwy 66. EEOE

We are looking for Personal Assistant to perform a variety of administrative tasks and supportive roles. Humble applicant and must be over 20 yrs of age. If you are interested and need more information please send resume via email to: excellenceservicesllc@representative.com

Seasonal Front Desk Staff

Afternoons required. $17-$22/hr depending on experience. Must have strong communication skills. Contact Rhonda at 970-586-2358

Full-time Seasonal Lake Estes Marina Supervisor

Are organized, have retail experience, leadership qualities and want to work by Lake Estes? This position is a great opportunity to contribute to the Marina team and grow your leadership skills!

Part-time and Seasonal Positions

We are accepting applications for Part-Time Lifeguards and Seasonal Full-Time and Part-Time positions for Golf Pro Shop, Golf Starters and Rangers, Golf Maintenance and Marina Attendants.

Seasonal Campgrounds Maintenance Supervisor

Do you enjoy working outdoors? This position will work with and supervise Campground Maintenance staff to maintain the Mary’s Lake and East Portal Campgrounds. Maintenance duties will include various landscaping tasks, building tent pads, and making minor repairs to facilities. The position will start in mid-April and end in mid-October.

To learn more about these positions and apply on-line go to evrpd.com.

Estes Valley Recreation and Park District is an equal opportunity employer.

Formerly Rocky Mountain Transit Management HIRING!

Parking Lot Attendants & Bus Washers/Cleaners $21.00 per hour. Seasonal work May-Oct. Varied shifts, part-time or more. Info 970-577-7477

Other Employment Opportunities

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

All training provided, QMAP, CNA and RN - great benefits! 3 positions open! Sign on bonuses available.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

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

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

We’re hiring for the following positions starting at $21.01/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 Get your application at: www.albertsoncompanies.com

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

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MAsTer CArpe n Ter

Responsible for repairing and replacing all aspects of building construction associated with operations, as well as maintenance and repair of facilities. The carpentry work will be new construction, upgrading construction, and repair construction. $26.93 - $31.98/hour with full benefits, discounted childcare, membership, and more perks. www.w ork inth ero c k i es . or g

Harmony is Hiring Belong to something that matters. See your value every day. Connect with your calling. We have full & part-time opportunities for:

• Licensed Counselors

• Nurses

• Cleaning Crew

• Maintenance

• Case Management

• Food Services

• Behavioral Health Tech

Check out our website for job duties & salary ranges www.harmonyfoundation.com/ history/careers.

Stop by our office at 1600 Fish Hatchery Road to apply or email your resume to hr@harmonyfoundationinc.com.

We look forward to meeting you!

Silver Saddle Inn

Now hiring: Front Desk Clerk

Evenings required, Full time $17/hr - $22/hr DOE, Benefits Must be non-smoker. Apply in person: 1260 Big Thompson Ave. or email resume: info@estesresort.com

Now Hiring

Part-time year-round employment for RMNP Tours and Weddings. Clean, Valid Colorado CDL Driver License, with Class B Pass. Endorse. Required. $28-30/hr plus tips. Apply within at: Estes Park Shuttle 551 South Saint Vrain Ave

Guides, Manager & Office Staff - F/T & P/T

Please email resume to reservations@ greenjeeptour.com

Questions? Call 970-577-0034

Harmony está contratando Pertenece a algo que importa. Vea su valor todos los días. Conéctate con tu vocación. Tenemos oportunidades a tiempo completo y parcial para:

• Consejeros Licenciados

• Enfermeras

• Equipo de limpieza

• Mantenimiento

• Gestión de casos

• Servicios de Alimentación

Full or Part Time Retail Position

Starting right away. Responsible for sales; pricing & displaying merch; cleaning store; unpacking/entering items in comp. Need person who enjoys dealing w/ people, has decent comp skills & enjoys cleaning. Some wknds & eve's reqd (summer). Apply at 160 W Elkhorn Ave.

• Tecnología de salud conductual Visite nuestro sitio web para conocer los deberes laborales y los rangos salariales www.harmonyfoundation.com/ history/careers.

Pase por nuestra oficina en 1600 Fish Hatchery Road para solicitar o envíe su currículum vitae por correo electrónico a hr@harmonyfoundationinc.com.

¡Esperamos conocerte!

Bird & Jim

Experience line cook / prep – both AM shifts. Line 8am – 4pm, Prep 6am – 2pm $16-$18 pending experience

Please stop by or email birdandjim@birdandjim.com

The Bird’s Nest

Experience line cook / prep – this is a dual role. Hours from 8am to 4pm. $16-$18 pending experience.

Baristas and lead baristas $14-$18 per hour. Please stop by or email info@thebirds–nest.com

3 Great Stores - All Positions Available $18.00 to $20.00 to start plus Commission & Bonuses. Great discounts! Full & Part Time positions available. Drop resume at Plum Creek or email peter@plumcreekshoes.com

Now hiring Shuttle Drivers

Part-time/Full-time year-round employment. Clean Valid Colorado Driver license (no special license needed). $18-20/hr plus tips with a $4 morning and night shift differential. Apply within at: Estes Park Shuttle 551 South Saint Vrain Ave

Tire Technician

Perform tire related and light automotive services. $15 - $20/hr depending on experience. Flexible time off options, at cost vehicle repairs. Valid drivers license required. Apply in person at 1633 Raven Ave or call (970) 586-8085 or email office@estestireandauto.com.

You've just found it!

Fun family business

Outdoor World retail clothing and equipment year round stores needs you. Starting at $17.0030.00 per hour. Retail, managing, selling, merchandising and cleaning. You must be cheerful and like people. Choose your hours. Ages 15 to 80. Call Ernie 24 hours a day any day. 970 232 8290.

YMCA oF THe roCkIes 2515 Tunn e

JOIN OUR TEAM!

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

Full-time

Civil Engineer I - II (term limited)

Emergency Services Dispatcher I – III

Events Maintenance Worker I

Events Operation Supervisor

Housing and Childcare Manager Police Captain Police Officer I - III

Street Equipment Specialist I - III

Water Plant Operator I - IV

Water Superintendent

Seasonal

Events Maintenance Worker Parks Maintenance Worker

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

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Deer Crest Resort

P/T Front Desk Help Wanted through mid-October.

24-30 hours per week

Lodging experience is helpful, but not a must.

Salary based on experience. Call 970-586-2324

Join Way Finder Cleaning!

No experience needed, we offer professional training. Start at $20/hour with potential to earn over $30 with tips and benefits. Enjoy a supportive team environment, opportunities for advancement, paid vacation/sick leave, and 401k. Apply now at www.Wayfindercleaning.com or call 720-570-6944.

Apartments

FOR RENT - FURNISHED

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, walkout. ALL utilities paid, including internet TV. Private laundry. Close to hosp. & schools. $1,600mo. + Dep. & 1 yr. lease. Credit check & ref. NP/NS. Avail. soon. TEXT 970-214-5640

Downtown Studio for $950. Single Occ, NS/NP, 1-Year Lease. Credit and Ref Req. Call (970) 480-5458.

Cabins

2 bedroom cabin great location. 1 bathroom, huge kitchen /living area 6 month or 12 month lease. $2,300 per month plus utilities. Please call 970-215-4016 and leave a message

Commercial Rentals

OFFICE SPACE For Rent 970-290-4488

237 W. Elkhorn $3,000 per month. 12’ x 24’ with loft. Waterwheel Shops. Good location for artist, sculptor, tailor, yarn shop or craftsperson. 970-586-6308

TRANSPORTATION

SUVs/CUVs

2016 KIA Sorento all wheel Dr., 1 owner, 79K, Runs Great. $16k 970-391-3676

Town of Estes Park, Events Department, has a job opportunity for an Events Operation Supervisor

For details please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/ careers/estespark?

The Town of Estes Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Dad’s Launday is now hiring great people!

• Part Time • Seasonal

• Afternoon / Evening Shifts

Please call Ed @ 970-888-1221

Responsible for all catering and refreshment deliveries out of the Estes Park Center Food Service Department. $18.00$20.15/hour with full benefits, discounted childcare, membership, and more!

www.wo r k i nth er ock ie s.o rg

Motorcycles

2004 Honda (Shadow/Sabre) M.C.

$3,500/ negot. 4,100 miles. Call Don 970-667-6533

RVs

SERVICES

Sewing/Alterations

Remixed Custom Sewing Services. NEW LOCATION! RV Cushions, outdoor furniture, benches, leather and Industrial Repair. Call for appointment 970-492-5446

Piano Tuning

Susan Novy, local piano tuner. Call for appt. 577-1755 www.estesparkpiano tuner.com

RECREATION

1993 Coachman (Santara) Motorhome.

$10,000/ negot. Many upgrades. 71,000 miles Call Don 970-667-6533

SERVICES

Landscaping

Landscaping services 970-308-0049

Raking, Tree & Shrub removal, Hauling Lawn services, Rock Work

Misc.

2017 Heartland North Trailer. 27ft, bunkhouse floorplan, outdoor kitchen w/ mini fridge and outdoor shower, inside living spotless, sleeps 7-8, new batteries, power jack hitch, power stabilizer jacks, power awning, extendable rear cargo rack, blue Ox weight distribution hitch system, cover. It’s in perfect shape. Needs a new family to play with! Located in Estes Park.

$26,500 Contact Ron @ 970-214-3421.

Smokin Daves is looking for Line Prep and Dishwasher 40 hrs per week, morning shift contact 970-402-9963

MISCELLANEOUS

Equipment

2021 Toro Power Max HD 828 OAE Snowblower, used 8 times only. $650. If interested, contact bladerunner3@yahoo.com

REAL ESTATE

Homes

FSBO $825,000 4 bd/3 bth

2200 sq ft single family home Owner/Agent 970-481-9151

Commercial

Commercial Spaces for sale and lease. Call Eric. Anderson Realty. 586-2950

ANIMALS/PETS

Misc.

Puppy Social Club is open at Elena’s Barking Lot. Puppies up to 6 months old are welcome to come for a playdate and make new friends. For more information please contact Elena via email: elenasbarkinglot@gmail.com

Scot's Sporting Goods NOW HIRING for retail clerks (Full time or Part time)

Competitive pay and excellent discounts on merchandise

Apply in person at: 870 Moraine Ave. or email resume to: scotssportinggoods@gmail.com

Some hiking required Stop by or call 970-586-2877

Historic Crags Lodge

Night Auditor Full Time 11pm to 7am. $17/hr

Stop by and see us or call us at 970-586-6066

300 Riverside Drive Estes Park, CO 80517 Equal Opportunity Employer

Garage Sales

Moving sale! Saturday June 3, 8 am -4 pm. Tools, small furniture items, kitchen items, some clothes… etc. 850 North Lane - Estes

Garage Sale -One Day Only! Saturday, May 27, 8:00-2:00. Hand & Power Tools, Hardware, Shop Vac, Ladders, Garden Hoses, HD Extension Cords, Shelving, Fabrics, Sewing & Crafts items, Household & Kitchen items, 2 Bookcases, Pictures & Frames, Toys & Toy Box, Puzzles & Games, Men’s Snowshoes, Camping items, Commercial Mop Bucket & Mops, Christmas Decorations & More.

PRICED TO SELL & LOTS OF FREEBIES.

1265 Range View Road, EP 970.481.3516

Community YARD Sale & Pancake Breakfast

May 27th - “Weather

Permitting” Sale -8 A.M. until Noon

Masonic Lodge1820 S. St. Vrain Ave. Spaces available for rent $20.00

For Details call: 577-8585

Antique glassware, wood working tools and furniture featured at our yard sale

6am-2pm Saturday

May 27 & Sunday May 28.

653 Morgan St. Estes Park.

Garage Sales

1121 Strong Ave 8-2 Sat (5-27) Toys, tools, fencing, HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE, 4x8 trailer, fishing and hunting gear.

Estate Sales

ESTATE/MOVING SALE

Need to have one, but seems overwhelming. We do the work, you make the $. Local, Affordable, References. CALL JUDI 970-215-5548

Estate Sale. May 26, 27 8am -2 pm. 1442 Raven Circle “G”. Vintage Furniture, Household, Kids Clothes & Toys

Fundraisers

Big Thompson Canyon Assoc 53rd Pancake

Breakfast. June 4, 8a1p. All you can eat meal; bake sale; charity raffle; craft sale at Fire House. US 34 1mile E of Drake. Info at https://www.facebook.com/BTCA1479.

PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER

APPLIANCES

970-586-4315 rglibby@msn.com Estes Park, CO

ATTORNEYS

BEAUTY SALON SERVICES

CARPET CLEANING

EYECARE/GLASSES

WENDYS OPTICAL

CHIMNEY SWEEP

CLEANING SERVICES

Wendy, Amy, Markus

Dr. Amber Busche

970-586-4418

www.aspen-eyecare.com

600 S Saint Vrain Ave - Suite 5

•equipped to evaluate macular degeneration, glaucoma and cataracts

•same day appointments for eye pain and emergencies

•referral access to specialized surgeons & advocacy for the best care

•full service optical for specialized eyewear

Comprehensive Eyecare Right Here in Estes Park!

FINANCIAL SERVICES

CAMERAS

FLOORING