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Foxy Mama

A mother fox takes care of her kits.

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Enjoy The Free Summer Jazz Series Through September Estes Park swings to life every third Sunday from July through September. Beautiful Performance Park will be filled with the sounds of great jazz, performed by professional Colorado jazz artists in our mountain amphitheater. The series is produced by jazz musician Max Wagner with the Town of Estes Park.

Sunday, Aug. 21, 2-4 p.m. | Classic Jazz Jazz pianist and composer, Scott Martin, leads a six-piece ensemble for an exciting live show blending classic jazz with contemporary pop, Latin and soul influences.

Featuring the dynamic vocalist Wellington Bullings, their set ranges from unique original compositions to well-known Great American Songbook standards.

Sunday, Sept. 18, 2- 4 p.m. | Ritmo Jazz Latino Ritmo Jazz Latino, featuring Cristine Barbosa on vocals, is a sextet of gifted musicians specializing in the infectious rhythms and elegance of Latin Jazz. The members of Ritmo Jazz Latino have decades of musical experience bringing various styles, rhythms and musical influences that collectively translate into an exotic blend of music.

For more information on the Jazz Series, contact Town of Estes Park Event Planner Kevin McDonald at 970-577-3905 or email kmcdonald@estes.org.

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Community Foundation Launches New Grant Cycle Estes Valley grant applications available August 3-31 The Community Foundation of Northern Colorado announces the launch of its new grant cycle, opening Wednesday, August 3, 2022.

Charitable organizations seeking funding for work benefiting Berthoud, Estes Valley, Fort Collins, or Loveland are invited to apply. Estes Valley grant applications will be reviewed by the Estes Valley Community Fund Committee (EVCFC). Eligibility requirements and detailed application information can be found on the Foundation’s website at NoCoFoundation.org/nonprofits/grants/. Applications will be accepted online until Wednesday, August 31.

EVCFC supports strategic, high-impact projects that promise to make a difference for residents of Estes Valley.

In addition, special funding is available for affordable/workforce housing, vulnerable families and individuals, and Big Thompson Canyon history, preservation, recreation, and education.

Over the Foundation’s last fiscal year, 17 different causes benefiting Estes received competitive grant funding totaling more than $94,000.

The new grant cycle has been streamlined to simplify the application process for nonprofit partners and increase efficiency for applicants and grantmaking committees. Please note only 501(c)(3) nonprofits, educational institutions, churches, and municipalities may apply.

For more information contact Claire Bouchard, director of community engagement and communications, at 970-488-1976 or Grants@NoCoFoundation.org.

About the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado-The Community Foundation is a nonprofit, public foundation working for the benefit of charitable causes and organizations in Northern Colorado. It manages more than 500 funds and approximately $170 million in assets. The Foundation provides a unique leadership role by bringing people and resources together around important local issues. More than 75 nonprofit organizations hold endowment or reserve funds with the Community Foundation and the Foundation manages hundreds of donor advised funds for individuals and businesses.

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Honesty Doesn’t Have To Hurt So Much!

Attend Local Communication Workshop By: Denise Lord, Restorative Justice Manager/Executive Director

to communicating clearly and respectfully in order to enhance connection The statement, “I just want to be honest and understanding. To register, please contact EVRJP Manager and Director, with you” can induce fear for many of Denise Lord, at 970-577-3829 or us. So often, what follows is filled dlord@estes.org, by Aug. 15. with blame, pain, and demands about what should be differThe workshop will be led ent. If you have ever been

by Kathy Ziola, certified in a situation where you trainer with The Center were on the giving or refor Nonviolent Commuceiving end of that statenication, owner of Comment and felt disappointed munication Works, by the outcome, we can emwww.nvctrainingsource.com. pathize with you. Too often we Honesty doesn’t have to hurt so want to express our honesty in ways that much. Learn to express yourself in ways people hear us and respond better, yet that support connection and increase the result of doing so falls flat. empathy by attending this free commuEstes Valley Restorative Justice Partner- nity workshop hosted by Estes Valley ship (EVRJP) invites you to attend a free, Restorative Justice Partnership. For 90-minute introduction to Nonviolent more information or to register to atCommunication workshop on Wednes- tend the workshop, please contact day, Aug. 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

EVRJP Manager and Director, Denise online via Zoom. In this workshop, par- Lord, at 970-577-3829 or ticipants will explore four key elements dlord@estes.org, by Aug. 15.

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 July 17, the Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) responded to 16 calls for service. This included:

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

On 7/30/22 at 11:05 p.m. police responded to a motor vehicle accident at Gray Fox Dr. & South Saint Vrain Ave.

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• Emergency medical (assist EPH): 1 • Alarm Activation: 4 • Smoke Investigation: 4 • Gas Leak: 2 • Motor Vehicle Crash (MVC): 2 • Possible Illegal Burn: 2 • Vehicle Fire: 1

On scene, police discovered that the 23 year old male driver from Allenspark, CO had been driving while under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested and transported to the Larimer County Jail and charged with DUI, DUI per se and careless driving.

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Temporary Closures Extended In Lumpy Ridge To Protect Nesting Raptors In RMNP - Most Closures Lifted Due to golden eagle nesting activity, closures have been extended through August 15 at Sundance Buttress, Thunder Buttress and Needle Summit in the Lumpy Ridge area. These closures include the named formations. Closures include all climbing routes, outcroppings, cliffs, faces, ascent and descent routes and climber access trails to the named rock formations. All other closures have been lifted. Check the park’s website at www.nps.gov/romo/raptorclosures. htm for maps and updated information on raptor closures.

Each year to protect raptor nesting sites, Rocky Mountain National Park officials initiate temporary closures in areas of the park. To ensure that these birds of prey can nest undisturbed, specific areas within the park are closed temporarily to public use during nesting season and monitored by wildlife managers. The closures began this year on

February 15. Closures may be extended past July 31, or rescinded at an earlier date depending on nesting activity.

Some routes were reopened in midJune.

The National Park Service is committed to preserving birds of prey. If nest sites are located or territorial behaviors such as aggressive divebombing/vocalizing or birds fleeing nest sites due to human disturbance are observed, please report the general location to ROMO_Information@nps.gov.

The same cliffs that are critical for raptors also appeal to climbers. The cooperation of climbing organizations and individuals continues to be essential to the successful nesting of raptors in the park.

For further information on Rocky Mountain National Park, please visit www.nps.gov/romo or call the park’s Information Office at (970) 586-1206.

Voter Registration In three months it will be Midterm Election Day, November 8, 2022. This will be the opportunity for all registered voters to vote for the officials who represent us in state and national legislative offices. Now is the time for you to make sure your voter registration is up to date.

In order to vote in Colorado, you need to be a US citizen, be 18 years old, be a Colorado resident who has lived in Colorado for at least 22 days and not be currently incarcerated for a felony. It is important that your current address be registered with your county clerk as the US Post Office does not forward ballots.

The League of Women Voters of Estes Park can help you with your voter registration. They will be running eight Voter Registration Drives throughout town up until the election. Bring your driver’s license or a Colorado ID and a smart phone or tablet to register or update your registration. If you don’t have these items, League representatives can help you register or update your registration using a paper application. They’ll send your application to your county clerk or give you an application that you may submit yourself. Paper applications need to be completed, turned in and received 22 days before the election. On-line applications or in person applications may be completed up until election day at the Voter Service Center located at the Community Center.

Voter registration will be available next to the Farmers’ Market, on Thursday, August 25 and Thursday, September 22, from 8:30-10:30 a.m. Registration will be available in front of the Community Center in the morning of the second Monday of every month, August 8, September 12, and October 10 beginning at 8:30 a.m. Voter Registration will also be available in front of Village Thrift Shop from 11:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 13. Voter Registration will also be available at Crossroads Ministry from 10:00am to noon on Tuesday, September 13 and at the Estes Valley Library on Tuesday, September 20 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Future dates will be announced on the League of Women Voters of Estes Park website.

The Estes Park League of Women Voters is a non-partisan organization. They support the right of all eligible citizens to vote, whether Republican, Democrat or unaffiliated. The League never endorses or opposes particular political parties or candidates. All League voter registration workers are fully trained and licensed by the state of Colorado. Contact voterservice@lwv-estespark.org for more information.

Register to vote. Update your registration to make sure that your address, name, and other details are correct. Your vote counts.

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Waging War-Finding Peace, Drones Overview At The Next Aviation Club Meeting At this month’s presentation gives Estes Park Incontext and meanternationale ing to drone feaAviation Club tures, benefits, cameeting on pabilities, risks, and Wednesday, Authreats. gust 10, Robert There are practical "Church" implications to havChurchill, will ing over 4.1 million give a presentacivilian drones option on current erating in the skies drone technolover the US. The ogy and uses. buzz you hear in Military, comthe air might just mercial, and not be your local recreational honey bee. drone technolRobert "Church" ogy is rapidly Churchill, holds an developing at a MBA in Global Firate not seen nance from Casesince the earliest Robert "Church" Churchill Western Reserve days of the perUniversity and is a Senior Fellow at the sonal computer or smartphone. Highly Global Institute for Civilian Drones. He advanced drone technology, which just a worked 35 years in diverse computer few short years ago was possessed only science fields with national defense conby national military organizations and tractors, aerospace, automotive, and controlled by Presidents and Generals, global financial service businesses. His are now in the hands of the common expertise includes developing artificial everyday citizen. Drone technology and intelligence systems, business intellifunctionality have surged in ways that gence management, and international have forced changes in America’s foreign regulatory affairs. It includes work in policies and civilian governance. Drones Britain, France, Italy, Brazil, Argentina, are an irresistible force changing our plus a half-dozen US states. Recent work current statecraft in the same way steam includes drafting civilian drone legislalocomotives changed 19th century and tion for parliaments in Britain, France, airplanes changed 20th century AmeriSpain, Belgium, and the U. S. Congress. can society.

His latest book is “On Dark and Silent This program will define the current Wings” dealing with drone-based state-of-the-art military and civilian techno-terrorism. drone technology and how these develJoin us at the American Legion Buildopments affect people. The impact of ing, 850 N. St. Vrain Ave. to hear Mr. drone technology is examined from two Churchill’s interesting presentation. The perspectives: Military Strategies and meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. The Tactics, and US Domestic Affairs. The public is invited to attend.

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Golf Tournament Helps Sustain Restorative Justice

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By: Denise Lord, Restorative Justice Manager/Executive Director Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership (EVRJP) would like to thank all who helped make our 11th annual Golf for Justice tournament a success. EVRJP relies on the support of the Estes Valley community to provide quality programming and restorative processes that meet community needs. We would like to thank the following individuals, businesses and organizations who donated, supported and/or sponsored our 2022 Golf for Justice tournament: Prize Donors: Ace Hardware Austin Logan Becky Weller Bird & Jim Casa Grande Dairy Queen Denise Lord Eagle Rock School El Mex Kal Estes Park Golf Course Estes Park Mountain Shop Estes Park Yoga Estes Valley Recreation & Park District Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership Janice Vaznonis Jimmy John's Kind Coffee Lori & Corey Pass Mary Jane's Nick Molle Productions Reel Mountain Theater Smokin' Dave's BBQ Snowy Peaks Winery The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern Town of Estes Park YMCA of the Rockies Sponsors: Aldrich Builders Alissa Anderson - New Roots Real Estate Avant Garde Aleworks Bank of Colorado Bank of Estes Park Briggs Carpet Care Cinnamon's Bakery Craig & Peg Belshe

Dallman Construction Estes Park Housing Authority Glen Haven General Store Inkwell & Brew Jean Anderson Jim Geckler Kind Coffee Mark Purdy - Edward Jones Mary Murphy - Coldwell Banker Mike Richardson - Richardson Team Realty Mountain Dew Liquor Mueller Pye & Associates CPA Paul & Donna Newendorp Property Management Inc. Estes Park Proud CO Grandparents of Ellis Belshe-Lord Ron & Vivian Gordon Shamrock Foods The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern Westover Construction Supporters: Abby Whipple, Corey Pass, Diana David Brown, Jim Carr, Jim Geckler, Mike Garcia, Peni Barnes and Steve Misch After high temps and a monsoon hail storm in the days before, tournament participants lucked out with perfect weather! Rewarded by prizes donated by locals and businesses, almost all the players went home with something in hand.

Congratulations to the Westover Construction, Estes Park Police Department and Estes Park Health teams, who came in first, second and third respectively. All funds raised by the tournament are reinvested in the community through restorative justice programming.

Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership builds and restores community through proactive and responsive programs that enhance cooperation, encourage understanding, and strengthen relationships. We look forward to celebrating 20 years of service to the Estes Valley in 2023, and hope you will join us in celebrating this milestone by engaging in opportunities for meaningful connection throughout the year. To learn more about EVRJP, including upcoming events, programs and volunteer opportunities, visit www.estes.org/restorativejustice.

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Bright Christmas Collecting School Supplies The new school year starts on August 23rd and it’s time to start thinking of school supplies! Bright Christmas is ready to assist the families in our community who need help with the increasing expense of school supplies by taking donations of new supplies and, through the generosity of our donors, purchasing supplies, including headphones, backpacks, etc.

In partnership with Crossroads Ministry and the schools, qualified students can get their supplies at Crossroads (851 Dry Gulch Rd.) starting on Tuesday, August 9th. If you are a family who needs help with supplies for your children, please contact Crossroads (970-577-0610) to register your child/children for school supplies. You do not have to be a Crossroads client to get assistance with this opportunity!

We are asking for donations of the following items (please, no crayons or looseleaf paper): Wire bound sketchbooks (8 ½ X 11) #2 wooden pencils (sharpened) Single subject spiral notebook/ college

ruled Glue sticks Single subject spiral notebook/ wide ruled Colored pencils, 24 count You can drop off any new school supplies at Between Friends, 433 S. St. Vrain Ave., Ace Hardware, 561 Lone Pine Drive, or the Country Supermarket (Moraine and Mary’s Lake Road) during regular business hours.

If you would like to donate funds to help us with the cost of purchasing school supplies, please send a check to Bright Christmas, P.O. Box 2981, Estes Park, CO, 80517. We are a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization. Your donation is tax deductible. You may contact Nancy at 970 481-4390 for more information.

This is our 38th year of providing a “helping hand” to our community’s families in need. Thank you for your continuing support of the Bright Christmas program.

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S TA N L E Y H O M E M U S E U M If these walls could talk, they would tell you a compelling tale of mountain life in early Estes Park through the eyes of the influential Flora & Freelan ("F.O.") Stanley and the domestic help who maintained their house, property, and way of life.

To enter the door of the Stanleys’ 1904 Colonial Revival home is to pass through a frame into a painting, one with a time and life of its own.

Be inspired as you take a step back in time with a guided tour of the original mountain home of the Stanleys.

Advance reservations are suggested and tickets can be puchased online at www.StanleyHome.org.

The full tour experience lasts two hours, with each tour beginning at the Estes Park Visitors Center. A well-marked shuttle will pickup guests from the east parking lot (near the electric vehicle charging stations), at the top of the hour.

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Final Free Tuesday Evening "Burning Issues" Program At The Y "Y" campers and the public are invited to the final presentation of the 46th Annual Robert M. Lawrence Burning Issues Lecture Series for 2022, conducted at the "Y", free of charge. The presentations are held every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m., and the final program will be August 9, in the Boone Family Mountain Center Presentation Room. These lectures/discussions are delivered by professors and other highly experienced specialists in their fields. Some also are lecturers in the Colorado State University (CSU) Osher Life-Long Learning Institute - a popular adult education program conducted in some 140 U.S. universities.

For you who are interested in current domestic and international affairs, please join us in exploring: 8/9 "Report on the U.S. Economy," Dr. John Olienik, CSU Prof, Ret.

August 9: Emeritus Professor of Finance, Colorado State University, John Olienyk earned his Ph.D. from CSU. Before beginning his teaching career he was a stockbroker in Denver. He retired from CSU as the Associate Dean, College of Business.

Abstract: He will enlighten us on interest rates, the stock market, and provide current employment data.

In the Q and A many of your questions should be answered.

Directions: At YMCA entrance take Association Drive which passes the tennis courts and mini-golf course on the left. Across from them is the first stop sign. Turn right and follow signs to “Boone Family Mountain Center.”

Park in the large parking lot and enter the front doors of the Mountain Center.

The presentation room is on the lower level.

Next Cars And Coffee August 6 Please come and join Estes Park Car Club (EPCC) for an informal get together to look at and talk about cars. No registration, no judging. Bring whatever you have – old, new, foreign, domestic, truck, motorcycle, shiny or rusty, or just come to look. Bring the kids or grandkids. There will be coffee and donuts.

• First and third Saturdays beginning in

June at the Rec Center’s back (lower) lot (660 Community Drive, EP).

• Starts at 8:00 a.m. – come and go whenever.

Please connect with us online: Email: EstesParkCarClub@gmail.com Web Site: www.estesparkcarclub.org Facebook Group: Estes Park Car

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I rarely write my column during the day.

Tonight is no different. We’ve eaten supper, cleaned up the kitchen and walked the dog. It’s dark. Time to write. But I have to put on my sunglasses first.

In the dark? Yes, yes I do. Because we got a new microwave and its clock is so bright I have to put on my shades to keep from being blinded. That digital clock illuminates the kitchen, the stairs, and the walls down the hall.

Our microwave quit while it was heating up two cobs of corn. (By the way, did you know if you cook your corn-on-the-cob in the husk, then cut off the “handle” and the first row of kernels, you can squeeze the silk end and the cob will come out of the husk completely free of silk? Try it.

But not right now, because right now you’re busy reading this column.)

Halfway through the cooking cycle, our microwave quit. No warning. No heavy sigh or last raspy cough and breath. It just stopped. Kaput. The end.

Just like that (*finger snap*) we timetraveled backward to the late ’70s when we did our speedy cooking over the stovetop. Back then, for a quick supper we boiled Banquet Cookin' Bags in water (Salisbury steak was my favorite), then burned our fingers opening the steaming hot bag and dumping its meat and gravy over a piece of white bread. Or we opened both cans of La Choy chow mein and poured the contents into a sauce pan to heat over the stove. “Radaranges” didn’t belong in the kitchen; they were big square machines that sent electromagnetic waves into the atmosphere which, we’d heard, would cause us to glow green from radiation if we stood too close to them.

When our microwave went down, we didn’t want to heat up the kitchen by using the full-size oven as the alternative.

We wasted no time trying to resolve our microwave walk-out. I was not keen on the idea of simply buying a new microwave and adding the old one to the landfill. At a mere six years of age, it seemed to have an internal injury but was otherwise young, good looking and appeared to be fit. Certainly the problem would be easy to repair.

The YouTube videos we watched convinced us that all we had to do was replace the fuse. Easy enough, right? But when we got the thing unbolted from under the cupboards, balanced its weight on a water cooler on top of the stove, got the top panel removed and got the side panel out of the way, we discovered it was not plugged into an outlet, but was wired to, um, other wires. I was not going to mess with raw wires.

A few days later our friend Richard came over to help. Richard knows stuff.

(He’s a stuff-knower, his daughter tells us.) But Richard said the voltmeter got extremely hot when he tested the wires.

Not only did our cooker go on strike, it

had a microwave meltdown! Richard, the stuffknower who can fix everything, told us to get a new microwave.

We looked online but the wait time for delivery was unacceptable. Obviously GE did’t understand how important our microwave was to our well-being. So Joe went shopping and when he came home, he told me he’d bought a microwave.

“Super! Where is it? ” I asked.

He chuckled in that warm, chuckly way of his. It would be two weeks before we’d see it in our kitchen.

We were going to be microwave free for two more weeks? That’s like being dairy free and gluten free at the same time. Impossible.

When Joe called to confirm the installation appointment the day before the guys were scheduled to show up, the store claimed they had no record of a set delivery date, but it wasn’t going to be tomorrow. Although the machine was “in the back, ” it would be three more weeks before someone could install it.

Joe couldn’t fix our microwave but there’s something that makes him a handyman in a different sense. He has karma. Very good karma. Parking spots open up for him, free tickets land in his lap, and delivery companies bend over backward to accommodate him. He paid a visit to the appliance store and a few days later our microwave was delivered. It was handy Joe karma.

With the new unit unboxed and ready, the installers took one look at the old unit’s wiring and said it was a mess. For $40 they could put in an outlet. And for another $120 they could built up the back wall so the vent would work properly.

And they could take our old, burned-up machine off our hands for $40.

By the time it was all over, we spent more than $600 on a new microwave.

With a clock that could double as a lighthouse.

I searched online for instructions on how to dim the clock light. Like most instructions I find online, they didn’t apply to my situation. My brand new microwave wasn’t the right model for the online instructions. I called customer service and learned from the pleasant woman on the other end that just as many people complain about their light being too dim as too bright. There is no way to darken it or turn the clock off altogether.

What’s a microwave manufacturer’s solution? Make it so that no one can do a thing about their too dim/too bright clock light. Except include sunglasses in the box.

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

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Archives Program This Saturday Another thousand-dollar postcard has been knocked off the list.

Last Saturday, as members of the Sanborn Research Centre were handing out additional "want lists" for Estes Parkarea real photo postcards from the 1930s and 1940s, summer residents who live out near the YMCA brought in a scrapbook from their cabin, which included a view of "Mark's Grocery."

There was a swell of excitement as the postcard's code number was compared against code numbers on the list of postcards worth $1000. It was indeed one of the remaining nine on the list, and the couple was in agreement that $1000 was a fair price, and the postcard would be equally at home in the Sanborn collection, as they had no family connection to Mark's Grocery (in the same general area of the current Swiftcurrent Lodge and the former Dunraven restaurant), and the postcard was likely acquired when their parents stayed for a few months at the nearby Harshbarger Cottages (inset) at the time Mark's was still in operation and their cabin was under construction.

It was gently removed from the scrap-

book and included some paper scrapbook remnants because of old adhesive, but the visible portion of the stamp box on the back (the postcard was unmailed) corresponded to what was commercially available at the time of production, so it was indeed determined to be an authentic example of one of Harold Sanborn's rare postcards from the R-series.

The sellers wished to remain anonymous, which is fine by us. As long as the story fits, and the item or items don't appear to have spent time in a museum or library without a valid reason for leaving that institution, it isn't necessary to appear in person to show us your collection or obtain a list, which still has eight remaining postcards we are quite willing to pay a cool $1K for. Stop by the Sanborn Research Centre at 240 Moraine Avenue this Saturday, August 6, between 9:00 a.m. and noon to pick up your copy of the free list.

If you know nothing about how to identify rare Sanborn Souvenir Company postcards, now is the perfect time to learn. Call 586-4889 for directions or more information.

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Photo Credit: Flickr: 20120620-FS-UNK- 0009 Source: U.S. Dept of Agriculture

EVWC Presents: Climate Change And Sustainability Program Saturday, August 20th The Estes Valley Watershed Coalition (EVWC) is coordinating with Larimer County to present an informative Climate Change and Sustainability Program on Saturday, August 20. The program will be free and open to the public and will take place in the Foyer and Ballroom of the Estes Park Ridgeline Hotel from 1:004:00 p.m.

The keynote speaker will be Scott Denning, Monfort Professor in Atmospheric Sciences at Colorado State University.

Professor Denning serves as Director of Education and Diversity for the Center for Multiscale Modeling of Atmospheric Processes, working to enhance understanding of global climate. He has served on advisory panels for NASA, the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Department of Energy, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. He takes special delight in engaging public audiences on the important subject of climate change. The title of his presentation will be "Three S’s of Climate Change: Simple, Serious, Solvable."

Presenting for the County will be Larimer County Commissioner Jody Shadduck-McNally and Larimer County Climate Smart and Sustainability Program Manager Heidi Pruess.

Commissioner Shadduck-McNally rep-

resents District 3, which encompasses Estes Park, Loveland, Berthoud, and surrounding areas. She serves on the National Association of Counties Environment Energy Land Use Steering Committee and was appointed by Governor Polis to the State Forest Health Council. On a personal level, she loves to hike 100 miles a year in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Sustainability Program Manager Pruess has more than 30 years of experience in public policy, community and environmental issues and is a service-oriented change advocate. She is known as an influencer that thrives on connecting ideas, strategic plans, and daily activities with people and organizations that can move the dial toward improving our community with a more sustainable future.

The informal program will start at 1:00 PM., with climate change and sustainability information tables open to the public. The first formal presentation will begin at 1:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided. This event is sponsored by the Estes Valley Watershed Coalition, your local Estes Valley environmental 501(c)3 non-profit which restored our watershed after the 2013 flood and works today to foster the health of our waters, forests, and wildlife. Although registration is not required, participants are encouraged to

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Estes Valley Quilt Guild Meeting The Estes Valley Quilt Guild invites everyone to attend our guild meeting, August 10th. We meet at the Mountain Valley Bible Fellowship Church (1575 S. St. Vrain Ave., in Estes Park). We gather at 6:30, have a short business meeting at 6:45, and the program starts at 7:00. We would love to have you join us!

The guild program for August is a member (and guest) Show & Tell! The first half of the alphabet (A-M) will show

OPEN HOUSE Plant Tours • Barbeque Sunday, August 21, 2022 11:00 - 2:00 PM 2220 Mall Road • Estes Park Learn about our new Water Reclamation Facility!

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the first quilt they made that is still in their possession (we had great fun last month when the last half of the alphabet presented theirs!). No matter whether you are new to quilting or an “old pro,” we will celebrate the effort behind those early efforts! There is a $10 fee for guests to attend, which we will gladly apply to your membership fee if (when!) you decide to join.

See you there!

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Wild West Party At Stanley Park August 6 Looking for a free, fun event for your family this weekend? Join us on Saturday evening, August 6th from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Stanley Park for a Wild West Party your entire family will enjoy.

Come hungry - nachos, popcorn, and s'mores will be available.Y our family can participate in games including a cow milking competition, lassoing a bull,

three legged races, as well as inflatables and face painting. You can paint and design your own horseshoes or train a snake or lizard. Wear your favorite Western wear and join us for an evening of fun, sponsored by Summit Church. No registration or RSVP required, just come down and join in the fun!

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From the entire community in the Glen Haven and Retreat area, THANK YOU to everyone who supported our 2022 pancake breakfast this year to help raise funds for our Glen Haven Area Volunteer Fire Department. This year’s efforts raised over $26,000 thanks to everyone who supported our event in one way or another thru the silent auction, bake sale, boot donations, breakfasts, sponsorships, and more!

The Glen Haven Volunteer Fire Department is a critical part of the emergency response community throughout southern Larimer County. The Department works closely with the Colorado State Patrol, Larimer County Sheriff 's Department, Larimer County Emergency Services, the U. S. Forest Service, Rocky Mountain National Park, the Estes Valley Fire Protection District, Loveland Rural Fire Protection District, Estes Park Ambulance Service and other agencies to continue to provide emergency response to the Glen Haven community and the entire Estes Valley.

The pancake breakfast, along with other fundraising functions and support services for the Glen Haven Fire Department, are coordinated and supported by the Glen Haven Auxiliary consisting of: Pat Brelig, Laura Brown, Lila Conrad, Eileen Croissant, Sue Engelland, Donna Evans, Stacey Fair, Sandy Grice, Sandra Hazlett, Marsha Hobert, Kelly Housewright, Linda Johnson, Jo McFadden, Sandy Reynolds, Carroll Martin, Gudi Spurlin, Betty Worthington, Polly Bennett and Joanne Zagorda.

This year, 650 people enjoyed the pancake breakfast prepared by our fire department volunteers. The bake sale generated just over $1,000 with goods prepared by Glen Haven, Retreat and Estes Park residents alike. So many businesses and individuals donated to our silent auction with everything from gift certificates, to dinners, baskets of goodies, homemade items, you name it. The silent auction this year was record-setting and raised over $14,000! We want to thank and acknowledge the following for their donations to the auction (there were so many, we apologize if we left anyone off) : 2022 SILENT AUCTION DONORS Ace Hardware, Allnut (Rick & Susan),

Photos by Marsha Hobert.

American Legion, Animal Medical Center of E. P., Big Red of the Rockies, Brown (Bruce), Brownfield's Outdoor Shop, Burgers & Gyros on Moraine Avenue, Cabintique, Chick-Fil-A, Colorado Homestead, Copper Kettle, Dakota Jewelry, Donut Haus, E.P. Chiropractic, Ed's Cantina, El Mex-Kal, Enchanted Florist, Estes Park Farmers Market, Estes Park Golf Course, Estes Park Lumber, Estes Park Mountain Shop, Estes Park Pet Lodge, Estes Park Special Events Dept, Estes Valley Community Center, Evans (Donna), Fall River Soaps, Fink (Tony & Sarah), G&B Woodcrafts, Gardner (Sybil), Glacier Lily Spa, Glen Haven General Store, Gordon (Mandy), Hazlett (Don), Hazlett (Gillian), HighCraft Builders, Images of RMNP, Inkwell & Brew, Inn of Glen Haven, Jackknife Sharpening, Jupp (Jeannie), Lazy B (Barleen's), Lazy Moose, Linda Ashton (& Scott), Logemann (Jeannie & Scott), Lumber Liquors, MacDonald Book Shop, MacGregor Ranch, Mama Rose's, Mountain Dew Liquor, Munchin House, NAPA Trail Ridge Auto & Truck, New Village Pizza, Nolan Family, Normali (Dawn), Photos by Marsha (Hobert), Poppy's Pizza & Grill, Rambo's Liquor, Real West Old Time Portraits, Reel Mountain Theatre, Richmond (Chris & Emma), Ride-a-Kart, Rocky Mtn. Chocolate Factory, Rocky Mtn Conservancy, Rodenmeyer (Greg), Schall, Denny Custom Woodworking, Scratch Deli & Bakery, Shining Moon, Snowy Peaks, Sombrero Stables, Spirits of the Rocks, Spurlin (Gudi), The Taffy Shop, Trailhead Restaurant, White Elk's Vision in Glass, Wynbriar, You Need Pie. Monetary donations from sale of artwork from vendors Peggy Stafford and Marsha Hobert.

HANDMADE BIRD HOUSES: McTeague (Hugh), Moody (Jack), Martens (Brian & Loretta), Brown (Sid), Reynolds (Chuck), Hauser (Jeff & Kathy G.) Last, but not least, thank you to our sponsors who either provided services, products or money to support our event: Estes Park News who ran our ads and articles to help promote the event, Bank of Estes Park, Bank of Colorado, YMCA of the Rockies, Kind Coffee, Town of Estes Park, Sugar Shack, and Air-OPure. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! (See pics on following page).

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Vino on the Veranda + Margaritas FRIDAY, AUG 12th 5:00-8:00pm Fire Chief Zagorda with Jody Shadduck-McNally.

A Social Event at the Stanley Home Museum You are invited to take a step back in time for a most charming event at the original 1904 home of Flora and F.O. Stanley. Enjoy the spectacular view, refreshing margaritas, and a sampling of wines and local craft beer served on the home’s iconic veranda.

Proceeds from this event support the museum’s educational initiatives and preservation of the historic Stanley home.

Advance reservations are required and tickets can be purchased online for $35 per person. Visit www.StanleyHome.org/events.

Guests must be picked up and dropped off by our shuttle at the Estes Park Visitors Center. Shuttle service will run every 15 minutes throughout the evening.

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World Class Blues Comes To Allenspark vance and available online at theoldgallery.org or at The Old Gallery between 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. daily. The Old Gallery is located at 14863 CO Hwy 7.

Mojomama combines Old School Rhythm and Blues and Funk, a splash of Jazz, a spoonful of Rock ‘n Roll—all topped off with a zest of female lead vocals. The band won Best Band from the Colorado Blues Society Members Choice Awards in 2019 and lead Singer Jessica Rogalski It’s not every day you can hear world was name Female Vocalist of the Year in class blues in a small mountain town. But 2018. The band hails from Longmont. you’ll be able to hear a 2019 semi-finalist Von Wald said, “This band has a loyal in the International Blues Challenge, the following and we know many of their largest blues competition in the world, in fans will come to Allenspark for Allenspark on Saturday, August 20. It’s Hogabluesa. We encourage everyone to the 11th Annual Hogabluesa BBQ, Blues purchase tickets early as we expect a selland Brews starring Mojomama, preout crowd. It’s going to be an evening sented by The Old Gallery in Allenspark. filled with great music, dancing and “We’re so excited to be able to put on BBQ.” Attendees must be 16 and older Hogabluesa after a two-year hiatus only, please. caused by the pandemic,” said The Old The Old Gallery is a center for commuGallery Board President Laurie Von nity and the arts located at 14863 ColWald. “And we’re especially excited beorado Highway 7 in Allenspark, 20 mincause it will be an outdoor event at The utes south of Estes Park. The not for Kelley House, just a few miles from The profit provides a twice-monthly food Old Gallery.” The Kelly House is located bank distribution, health and wellness at 18720 CO Highway 7 in Allenspark. classes, entertainment and more. To The outdoor event takes place from 6-9 view a complete list of all events, visit p.m., with BBQ by Smokin’ Dave’s BBQ www.theoldgallery.org. and a cash bar. Tickets are $40 in ad-

Allenspark Blood Drive August 6 There will be a blood drive held this Saturday, August 6th, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Allenspark Fire Department Community Room, 14861 Hwy. 7, Allenspark CO. This event is being held in cooperation with the Hilltop Guild annual bazaar.

Walk-ins will be taken as available, it is best to reserve a time in advance: by vis-

iting www.vitalant.org/ Click "Schedule Now", enter zip code: 80510 (for Allenspark) and scroll down until you get to August 6th. Sign up for a time slot on August 6th at Allenspark Fire Department.

For questions or more information: contact Elisabeth Sherwin at (303) 7472133 or email: ensherwin@gmail.com.

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Come walk around Lake Estes with or without your pet in honor of Carolyn Fairbanks.

All proceeds go to the Estes Park Pet Association When: August 27, 2022 Where: Estes Park Dog Park Time: 8:30 for Donut Haus donuts and Coffee on the Rocks coffee Register at the event or preregister at our

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Woman’s Club Trunk Treasures Sale On Sept. 3

Estes Park Woman’s Club will hold a Trunk Sale on Saturday, September 3, 2022 Our annual Trunk - Garage Sale is on Saturday, September 3, 2022; members will be selling items and crafts from the trucks of their cars in the parking lot of Mountain View Bible Fellowship (corner of Hwy. 7 & Peakview) from 8 a.m.- 1 p.m. There will also be a Bake Sale. All proceeds go to the Estes Park Woman’s Club. This is a major fundraiser for the club which supports the Estes Park community by giving to the library, school, RMNP, Crossroads and other local organizations. Mark this date on your calendar.

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Tennis Anyone?

Residents and summer visitors are invited to join the Estes Park tennis community. We play at the courts in Stanley Park, near the high school. Men’s and women’s doubles on weekday mornings

Special Olympics Bocce Ball Estes Park Special Olympics organizers are hosting bocce ball games on Saturdays at 9 a.m. at Baldwin Park, near the post office. All ages are welcome to participate.

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

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Dan Holmes To Perform At YMCA Of The Rockies On Sunday, August 7, Dan Holmes will be the guest musician for the 10:00 a.m. worship in Hyde Chapel. He will also perform a concert at 7:00 p.m. in Hyde Chapel. The concert is free and open to the public.

Dan is a singer/songwriter, who delivers a message of hope. His musical influences include Paul Simon, Dan Fogelberg, James Taylor and others. He has performed at over 150 churches in Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Iowa, Florida, Ohio and California. He has also performed at the Illinois State Fair and the Susan G. Komen Three Day Walk For Breast Cancer Cure. In addition, he has written music for the Appalachia Service Project.

Dan has released three CDs, which include tunes inspired by his three tours of the UK in 2014, 2016 and 2018. In his own words, "Through the sharing of music, we can celebrate what God is doing in us, for us and through us! I am an old school singer/songwriter bringing a gentle Christian message of hope!" His music will touch you, inspire you and move you!

Dan lives in Illinois with his wife, and with her support has been able to play music full time since his retirement from the world of education.

To learn more about Dan Holmes and his music, visit www.danholmesmusic.com

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Estes Park Jazz Big Band To Present Final Summer Concert

The Estes Park Jazz Big Band will present their final summer evening concert featuring two Estes Park vocalists on Wednesday, August 10 starting at 7:00 p.m. The free concert will be held at Performance Park, Estes Park’s beautiful outdoor performance facility located on west Elkhorn Avenue. Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.

The concert will be performed, rain or shine.

Chuck Varilek will direct the local jazz band which is in its 30th year of providing music for Estes Park residents and visitors.

Featured vocalists on this concert will be Denise Stookesberry and Dr. Cory Workman, both accompanied by the Jazz

Big Band.

Stookesberry will be featured on “Embraceable You” and “On The Sunny Side Of The Street.” Workman will sing “Save The Last Dance For Me.” The Jazz Big Band will also perform several well-known selections including: “Kansas City,” “It Don’t Mean A Thing If It Ain’t Got That Swing,” “Moonlight Serenade,” “Bandstand Boogie” and “Leap Frog.”

The Estes Park Jazz Big Band is made up of musicians from Estes Park and surrounding communities. After this concert, the band will go on hiatus until their Christmas concert in December.

For more information about the band or the concert, please contact Chuck Varilek at 970-227-8704.

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Estes Park Community Theatre Presents: Dunraven: Lord Of Estes Park ical play will entertain and delight the audience as we take a look into our town’s fascinating history, beginning with Irish immigrant Dunraven attempting to buy the Estes Valley for an illegal hunting reserve for his friends, and ending with Estes Park’s first recorded murder. This Reader’s Theater production will take place at the Historic Park Theater, August 12th at 7 p.m. and August 13th at 2 p.m.

Tickets are available at the door, at Macdonald Book Shop, or online at www.fineartsguild.org.

Doors open 30 minutes prior to the performance.

Dunraven: Lord of Estes Park, a play by local playwright Rick Padden. This premier directed by Denise Shank will be presented as Reader’s Theater, with local actors playing/reading the part of our town’s historical figures. Included in the cast of interesting characters who helped shape our valley are Sarah Clark as Isabella Bird, Rik Forshmiedt as Rocky Mountain Jim, Tim Phillips as Griff Evans, and Craig Carrico as Lord Dunraven, and many more! This histor-

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Crispy Chicken BLT Sandwich w/ 3-Bean Salad

Tuesday, Aug 9

BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich w/ Mac ‘n Cheese & coleslaw

Wed., Aug 10

Chicken Parmesan w/ Spaghetti, garlic bread & side salad

Thursday, Aug 11 Hot Roast Beef Sandwich w/ Mashed Potatoes, gravy & vegetables

America’s Largest Outdoor Juried Sculpture Show and Sale

Friday, Aug 12

Salmon (4 oz) w/ Rice Pilaf & soup of the day

August 15 – 19 Monday, Aug 15

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

Tuesday, Aug 16

Fried Chicken (3 pc) w/ Mashed Potatoes, gravy & vegetables

Wed., Aug 17

Patty Melt Sandwich w/ Tomato Salad

Thursday, Aug 18 Signature Salad w/(grilled) Chicken (greens topped w/ tomatoes, corn, cheese, craisins, pecans & croutons) w/ ranch dressing Friday, Aug 19

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

Meals are $7 for current 2022 EP Senior Citizens Center members and are by reservation only. (Or 3 meals for $20; use pre-paid meal tickets.) Exact cash or check payment required. Reservations must be made by 1:00 PM at least one business day in advance. Note, if you want to reserve a meal for Monday, Aug 8th, you need to call before 1:00 PM on Friday, August 5th. For reservations call 970-581-2195 and leave a detailed message. Pre-paid meal tickets and membership forms are available at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center located at 1760 Olympian Lane and at estesparkseniors.org

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

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Estes Park Studio Tour This Saturday And Sunday By: Ravit Michener

the local lumberyard to purchase wood The Studio Tour is this weekend! If you of turning quality. The desired wood must come from the log, be mostly regularly read the paper, we have been blemish free, have impeccable color introducing a few artists each week to quality, and be large enough to compenentice you. A group of 14 local artists sate for the size of the finished product. have been meeting and planning and It could be anywhere from four to creating for the last six months. Now is twelve inches thick and even larger the time! Call some friends and family, around. Therefore, the wood must come fill up a bottle of water (it's Colorado!) and set out Saturday morning. Everyone from a large log and be processed by hand. is invited!

Grab a quick coffee or a muffin and our Our forests produce mostly evergreens and aspens that are brochure at our sponsor Kind Coffee slender at best, which and chart out your path. Pick a route or pick an artist and look for the large, hor- makes finding adeizontal red and yellow flags marking the quate wood species a challenge. Consehome studios. quently, John makes There are ten locations; you can visit many trips to the one, some, or all ten over the weekend.

Midwest for hardSee page 19 for map of the tour. Artist woods and to the information is online at epstudiotour.com or scan the QR code at West Coast for burl woods, such as big the right.

So... let’s get to the last two artists to be leaf maple. He also refeatured: woodturner John Lynch, multi- lies on the valley tree surgeons, whose quest medium artist and sculptor Monte to remove damaged, dead or unwanted Michener. trees often results in his procurement of John Lynch - Studio #7-has been a lounique and exceptional woods. With the cal fixture in Estes for many moons as raw materials in hand, John heads home well as one of the original members of to Estes Park to begin the process of the Art Center of Estes Park. John has alturning a full-size log into an artful ways been passionate about working piece of fine craftsmanship. with wood. His devotion to reclaiming When you pull up to his studio, a two fallen trees—and finding a way for story separate structure tucked into the Mother Nature to have a second chance hillside, the lower level is devoted to to show off her beauty—led him to the storage of wood blocks and walls filled lathe and woodturning. It is a little with neatly placed hand woodworking known fact that one cannot simply go to

tools as well as a large lathe. John will be giving turning demonstrations throughout the weekend. A master craftsman and furniture builder, listening to him explain the process is an education.

Lynch’s precision and attention to detail produces functional and ornamental pieces that are exquisite–perfectly sanded and finished. The second floor is his gallery of finished products: shelves full of beautiful lamps, bowls, cutting boards and so much more all for purchase. Lynch will host artist Wade Johnston, Graphic Artist at his location near the intersection of Hwy. 7 and Mary’s Lake Rd. Monte Michener Studio #9 Raised on a small farm in west central Minnesota with a deep love of horses, Monte began riding at the age of five. In his teens, his family began purchasing thoroughbreds that failed to get their maiden at the track; tall, muscular specimens, full of energy, completely green to anything outside of racing. His teenage years were spent riding these amazing horses, calming their nerves through long trail rides, then training and showing in dressage and jumping. Many of these beauties would get resold as pleasure horses, others became police horses, a couple became

professional Grand Prix competitors and professional dressage horses. Michener joined the local English Riding Club and quickly became one of the top riders in the area, winning all levels of pleasure, dressage, hunter/jumper.

For the last 10 years Monte has enjoyed a different type of horse. Sculpture came naturally when working with the equus form. Michener takes sticks twisted and weathered and places them together in such a way that he seems to give the horses life and movement. He also enjoys building wall busts of elk, deer, bison, bighorn sheep and fish from this unique material. His sculptures have been purchased by horse and animal lovers all over the USA as well as Windhorse Therapeutic riding center in the Front Range. These horse sculptures are in all poses and sizes and are always on display along the river, just past downtown heading to RMNP, at Elements of Touch Spa. As you walk up to Monte's Studio, you'll see a large wooden barn with big swinging doors welcoming you in. A flood of log furniture– from benches to chairs to end tables and plant stands, as well as other yard sculptures line the driveway. Inside the studio, you will find full-epoxy, designer dinner tables to whimsical, barnwood outdoor tables.

Paintings fill the space: wildlife with a modern flair to wall blossoms and Picasso people. Wanna know what wall blossoms and Picasso people are? Come to the tour! You have never seen any-

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thing like it.

The creativity, fun and variety will captivate you.

Monte’s use of discarded garden hoses turned into protective shields will make you wonder- how?

Table size sculptures made of wire and foam cast are expressionistic and embody that animal spirit. One of Michener's art mantra is reusing and upcycling materials. From his past days in construction, he was always in awe of how much people threw away good, usable materials. A dis-

playful feeling. This entire studio/ store has something for everyone.

Monte enjoys working with different mediums and is always trying something new- ask to see his assemblage pieces inspired by his visit to the Caribbean this winter.

This event started six years ago by a small group of artists who believed that carded cedar fence becomes a wall quilt, the idea of sharing our making space with people is important. It helps neighused paint brushes become Paintbrush Peeps. Vivid use of colors are saturated in bors, friends, and the “creative curious” his paintings leaving you with an uplifted understand who in this town is actively

making, what they make, and why. Education and sharing our process is the primary goal.

All of us also have finished work for sale.

The Estes Park Studio Tour is Saturday and Sunday, August 6 & 7 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. both days. Look for the iconic yellow and red signs around town to help direct you to locations. Some destinations are easy access and close to town, others are down a dirt road with views of the valley.

Support our sponsors by stopping for

food at Bird and Jim’s, Ed’s Cantina or Rock Inn. New to town and love what you see? Interested in purchasing a home? Please call the realtors who support us as they crave to create a more “artful Estes” and will ensure a good fit

and a good home. Interested in building a home in Estes? TW Beck Architects is nationally renowned for innovative design and infuses creativity with form and function in their builds. Your finances can be handled by Christian Hill CPA so you can have some spending money to support the arts. A great bottle of wine awaits you at Rambo’s Liquor store and top dental care is available to you with local Drs. Pike and Dr. Rauk. At the end of a long weekend of studio touring get some well deserved rest and relaxation at your local spa, Elements of Touch. And lastly how would we know what is happening in town without its local paper? Estes Park News has generously allowed us to reach you and introduce ourselves as well as sponsor us. Big shout out to Estes Arts District for your support and evolving it’s role in the promotion of everything art in Estes! Bravo!

See you this weekend!

Our sponsors: Estes Park News, EAD, Dr. William Pike, Dr. Daniel Rauk, Rambo’s Longhorn Liquor, Ed’s Cantina, TW Beck Architects, Richardson Team Realty, RE/MAX Mountain Brokers, First Colorado Realty, Bird & Jim Restaurant, Kind Coffee, The Rock Inn, Elements of Touch Wellness Spa, Madison & CO and Christian Hill CPA. Viva Creative Culture!

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IT MAY BE TIME TO ‘STRIP THE BOAT’ There is a time periodically when boat owners pull their boats out of the water and either put them in dry dock or, at least, give them a serious examination. This is a necessary process for several reasons. One is that in many states lake managers are aware of harmful creatures that affix themselves to boats and are transported to other bodies of water and contaminate them. Another reason is that various kinds of debris… foreign particles and parasites attach themselves to the hull, hoping for a free ride, but creating increasing resistance to the smooth flow of water, slowing down the boat itself.

In the same way, we all experience this process of ‘build-up’, if we will only take time to stop and consider our lives and such in them. Many of those will involve the physical accumulation of things. My wife and I are currently involved in ‘scraping off’ some things that have accumulated for years. As a minister and counselor I have accumulated hundreds of books that have been handy and helpful in my decades of ministry. My wife has been a quilter and seamstress, having accumulated a great deal of fabric and other sewing materials.

Many of these books and sewing materials have been transported by our ‘boat’ to Estes Park, and now, with the help of thrift stores and other venues we are freeing them from our ‘vessel’. For many of you those surplus things will be of other types, but, with the same need to be ‘scraped’ from your hull in order to most successfully complete your voyage. We often call it ‘downsizing’ and we see many wise people doing this through garage and other sales listed in the EPNews. Each of these is good and will facilitate the trimming of our excess.

Others of us, however, often follow the ‘more is better’ route and add a few more barnacles to our boat.

However, there are other things that ‘attach’ themselves to our lives that need to be carefully examined from time to time in order to facilitate a more successful journey. We would do well to carefully examine our beliefs and attitudes towards things and people.

We’ve recently been challenged to evaluate our attitudes toward others who are different from or believe differently than we do. The Bible reminds us to refuse to judge others with ‘respect of persons’, because God loves all…and will judge those who are partial towards some over others. Proper love exercised will take care of that. So, many of these wrong attitudes developed over a long period of time, being overlooked because they happened so gradually.

They are an example of the ‘frog in the kettle’ phenomenon. We remember it, don’t we? You put a frog in a kettle of hot water and he will jump out immediately, but put him cool water and gradually turn up the heat and he will cook to death without moving. So, carefully examine the attitudes that have attached themselves to your boat and peel off those that don’t belong there.

Another area that we ought to examine are inaccurate beliefs, improper values, or practices, that have embedded themselves in our minds or life, things that we would be so much better off without. Someone has said that the ‘dying words’ of an organization’s life are these: “we’ve always done it that way”. And it’s true of people, too! Sometimes things need to change. One of my favorite authors wrote a book entitled: ‘Know what you believe…and why’. Many of us do certain things and hold various beliefs and values, ‘because mother or dad or others did,’ without examining whether that is the best way, or right thing, to believe or do. How well we remember the oft-told story of a woman who sliced the end off every ham she cooked, before placing it in the oven…‘because mother always did that’. She later found out, after wasting many ‘ends’ of ham, that her mother did it because she never had a pan big enough to hold the hams she cooked.

So, maybe it’s time to strip the boat. Put yourself in dry dock and commit to removing all the debris that has accumulated on the hull of your life. Take a fresh look at where you are and where you are going. The vulnerability of stripping away some things may feel threatening, but it’s not as threatening as continuing to drag along through life the weight of things that keep us from being all we can be.

By the way…need some fabric or books?

Bob Lewis (720-530-6446)

Foster Or Adopter Needed For Sweet Louise Louise is a seven year old hound mix, she is approximately 75 lbs. and in good health. She is good with people and kids but warms up to new dogs slowly. She likes to guard her food and toys from other pets, so she would do best in a home with no other dogs or someone that can manage this type of thing. Louise lived in the same home her entire life but she was getting too possessive of her things with the other dog. She does not guard her food from people and has lived fine with kids. Louise is moderate / low energy. She will enjoy taking walks and does pretty well on a leash. She is currently in a shelter in Fort Collins and has been getting very depressed. We hope we can help her!

Estes Park Pet Association is trying to help find someone for Louise. Please

call (970) 286-1652 if you can help.

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.

Make A Major Impact Looking for a way to make a major impact on our community? Partners needs volunteers! Seven youth are waiting for mentors in the Estes Valley right now. Our mission is to empower youth to achieve their full potential, and we are seeking more positive adult role models to help us.

If you would like to BE the difference in the life of a local youth and you have time to give, please consider becoming a mentor. Mentors help youth gain confidence, social skills and hope, all while becoming part of our supportive and inspiring community.

Visit www.poweredbypartners.org to learn more and sign up! We have offices in Estes Park, Greeley, and Fort Collins, and need mentors in all locations in

Northern Colorado. If you are in the Estes Valley, you can also call 970-5779348 or email kwhitacre@poweredbypartners.org.

August 5 - August 11

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings

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

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: Sunday 6:00 p.m.

Mon., Weds., Sat. Noon Fri. Noon and 7:00 p.m.

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

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

Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Zoom #999 829 166 West Side Estes Park AA, meets at 2515 Tunnel Road, Estes Park and it takes place Saturdays at 2:00 p.m. in the Dannen Library - located on the lower level of the Legett Christian Center.

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

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efit students.

Can you give us some examples?

We received a grant from Sunrise Rotary to help purchase a bass trombone By: Karen McPherson, Marketing and middle school said, "The Partners profor the music department, send two stuCommunications for Estes Park Nonprofit gram has helped me build my confidents to the dence. It has led Resource Center Health Occume to do things I The Nonprofit Resource Center regupations Stunever thought I larly shines a spotlight on nonprofits in dent Auxiliary the Estes Valley. But this week, we check could."

International How does being in with a handful of organizations that, Leadership in a rural comtogether, are supporting the Back To Conference, munity affect School movement: Bright Christmas, and pay for a mentorships? which puts together backpacks with video of the school supplies; Partners, which conWe have a elementary nects students with mentors; Estes Park smaller pool of school Bobcat Education Foundation, which supports people to network Band. students and teachers’ projects finanwith. College We have also cially; EVICS Family Resource Center, communities can received $15K an organization that has broadened their recruit mentors from United focus from early childhood development for their degree Way of to be a family resource center; and the internships. AvailLarimer Estes Park Learning Place, a tutoring ability is often County to center that offers intervention and small challenging: many support acagroup programs in the schools as well as potential mentors' demic success. one-on-one “traditional” tutoring. These schedules vary Superintendbusy bees are moving and shaking, often based on the ent Ruby Bode playing “best-supporting actress” in a tourist season beis talking to dramatic comedy that is…school. cause they may to Polish off your saddle shoes, people! Parents are the principals First, the nuts and bolts of getting the work 2-3 jobs to registering kids, nurses are filling out health forms, about how make ends meet. and, obviously, the most imperative question on kids in the front door with a backpack best to use Likewise, many and supplies at the ready: Bright kids’ minds throughout the valley is what they will these funds. potential mentors wear on the first day of school. But behind the Christmas. This small group has very We have a specific programs throughout the year; who are retired scenes, nonprofits are working hard to get their tu- little over they assess and respond to the needs of like to travel, tors in place, supply kids with all the pens or head- $10K in our making the ninefamilies that could use help getting David Martin phones they need, connect them with mentors, month school school supplies and Christmas presFund dediand more.

They are a diligent force to be reckoned commitment (or ents. cated to supwith, preparing and supporting the school commuone year for comWhat are you up to right now? nity. Someone has to be sure there is an extra pair porting his inmunity-based We are hot and heavy into backpack novative, mentoring) chal- of pants in the nurse's office and funds to launch production. We have done this for at creative teachSally’s big ideas. And the kid in the corner, whom lenging. least 15 years. We get the supply list ing legacy. We nobody sits next to at lunch, needs someone to How can the from each grade level and purchase also have community help grab their hand and lead them onto the playground some dediitems including earphones, water bottles…all the required supplies. There are you help the kids? cated funding We need mentors for the kids who are a lot of generic programs that give kids for Emerging Bilingual Language profesalready seeking adults in their life, or the basics, but if they have to have red sional development from a retired EBL and green pens, we make sure they have who will need them once school starts. teacher.

Anyone interested in mentoring, please that. Any leftover supplies are given to What if I want the middle school volconnect with us to learn if it's a good fit. leyball team to get new uniforms? the schools to distribute as needed.

Thanks!

How is this effort funded or fueled?

That would be considered a donor-diVisit poweredbypartners.org (this is the Primarily individuals donate money rected or designated gift. Those may be site for Larimer County) or email Kathy and some supplies come in directly as accepted, but they are not encouraged. If donations. We spend anywhere from $5- Whitacre at kwhitacre@poweredbypartthe designated donation advances the ners.org (Kathy is the Program Coordina- Foundation’s mission and vision and is 8k a year. We make enough backpacks for about 120 kids. The distribution is on tor in Estes Park). in our capacity to manage, than we may Not long before COVID came into August 9. Any families that need finanbe able to execute the gift. our lives, the Estes Park Education cial assistance with school supplies How can the community help you help Foundation formed, allowing private should contact Crossroads at 970-577the students? donations to the school via a 501(c)3.

0610 and ask for Eva. Our big fundraiser and community The Foundation can amass undesigIndividuals interested in learning more event is Pumpkins & Pilsners on Octonated donations to have on hand; they about Bright Christmas should contact ber 8 in Bond Park. We have an immedihave the flexibility to disperse funds as Nancy Gregg at epconrg@gmail.com. ate need on our board; we are looking needed to support the school’s students Second, we check in with Partners, a for someone with accounting expertise and staff. nonprofit that connects youth with to be our treasurer.

How are you preparing for Back To mentors. They have an in-school menVisit epeducationfoundation.org or School? torship program, where mentors comemail Bev Bachman at We're expecting grant applications to mit to connecting with students for one bevbachman.epef@gmail.com start coming in once staff return. One hour a week during the school day.

EVICS Family Resource Center offers advantage of the Foundation is that we They also offer a “community mentor” activities and enrichment programs for have an open grant request system— program in which mentors commit to families and kids throughout the year, teachers and staff can request funds as two plus hours a week of connection including parent education and English needed. The school budget/funding outside school hours.

Language classes. They offer to train How many kids do you have signed up process is fairly long, tight, and not so childcare providers and have a scholarflexible. Except for dedicated funds, we for mentors? ship fund to help local families pay for can move funds around as needed.

Currently, three youth are waiting for childcare services.

What gap do you fill in supporting mentors, but we expect that to increase What is bubbling over at the EVICS once school starts. Mentors are provided students?

Family Resource Center?

We raise awareness of the school distraining and support to prepare for their We are partnering with Macdonald trict’s needs and then work to secure admentorship.

Book Shop to host a Back-to-School ditional resources to fund needed proDo kids want to be mentored? Or do Bash on August 15 from 4 to 5 pm. grams. School personnel is busy they do it begrudgingly?

EVICS is committed to supporting famieducating our children and simply don’t Students are most often referred to us lies during this transition. We will proby school counselors. They have to enter have the capacity or expertise to evaluvide resources and help parents create a the program willingly. One mentee who ate and match requests with funds. We school routine that day. We offer parents are working for our students by champistarted our program when she was in access to an Ages and Stages Developoning needs and raising funds that ben-

Back To School

mental Questionnaire and screening services, we also provide support and referrals if it is needed.

What other programs are you starting up as school returns?

Circle of Security is an 8-week parenting program starting in September, it will be facilitated in English and Spanish. This small group program helps parents (or primary caregivers) create meaningful connections with kids. Parents learn about attachment needs and how to promote their child's sense of security through their relationship together. Whether the child is a newborn or a teenager…there is no age limit for this program. We are also starting a Cooking Matters series for families in August.

How can the community support your support of families and youth?

Play in the Kickball Tournament on August 27. This event raises funds to support the Tuition Assistance program, which provides financial aid to families for childcare.

Visit evics.org or contact Program Manager Rut Miller at rut@evics.org to learn more.

Finally, the Estes Park Learning Place tutors K-12 students and adults in all subject matters.

This year, they continue many of their regularly scheduled programs both inschool and at their tutoring center in the Bella Fortuna Building, located within walking distance of the schools.

What are your core systems of supporting the school system?

We will continue working with at-risk students and tutoring students identified by the school who are behind. Some students we help prepare for the GED exam. In middle school, we work in small groups for Math Intervention and break out by grade level to support students who need some help finishing or understanding assignments in Homework Round-up.

Are there programs that happen out of school?

We plan to revive Family Café, a program that brings families together for a meal and an intergenerational learning experience around a topic/theme. This program will run from September - May. Are there ways you connect students to support from outside Estes?

We continue to partner with the Educational Opportunity Center of Larimer County. They assist first-generation students (students whose parents do not have a degree from a four-year college or university) by paying for GED exams, helping them find scholarships and financial aid, and applying for college.

How can the community help you help students?

We are one of the only nonprofit tutoring centers in the country. We run on donations and grants, this allows us to offer scholarships and work on a sliding scale. We need to pay our tutors and staff, but we want the service affordable to families. Donations help make this happen.

Visit www.eplearningplace.org or contact Sue Yowell at sueyowell@eplearningplace.org The Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center supports, connects, and inspires nonprofits. There are roughly 100 nonprofit organizations in and in-service to the Estes Valley. A List of Nonprofits can be found on epnonprofit.org, including mission statements and contact information.

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Events highlighted are special one time events; please register by visiting evics.org

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EVICS Family Resource Center And Rocky Mountain National Park Collaborate To Bring Outdoor Programs To Our Community EVICS Family Resource Center in partnership with Rocky Mountain National Park provided outdoor programming to our community during the months of June and July.

Our first event was a Bird Walk at Lake Estes, followed by a fishing program also at Lake Estes, Junior Ranger at Hidden Valley and a Bird Walk at Upper Beaver Meadows. Transportation and pizza dinner were provided so families could just come and enjoy the outdoor program together.

High-quality outdoor learning experiences are proven to allow children to become more able to identify hazards and risks, develop a love, appreciation and respect for nature and all that is living, and develop an understanding of how we can look after our environment. Experiences in nature also establish selfawareness, confidence and self-esteem and improve mental health. There are so many benefits from outdoor opportunities, and we wanted to give our community the opportunity to learn from and experience our National Park.

EVICS Family Resource Center is thankful to have the opportunity to collaborate with the National Park Services (NPS) and to be the bridge between the NPS and our community.

We want to give a special thanks to the following partners who made this valuable programming available to our local families: Ricardo Escobar- Lead Interpretive Ranger, Yulia Gu- Fish and Feathers intern Rocky Mountain National Park, Luis Ávalos Park Ranger, Julian- Fish and Feathers intern Rocky Mountain National Park and Steven Ochoa-Diversity Internship Cohort Coordinator at Rocky Mountain Conservancy. Working together with EVICS’ Program Director, Rut Miller, these programs delivered meaningful experiences to local families, many of whom for the first time. That is the case of one local

family, the Cardonas, who writes “Thank you for the opportunity you have given us to be part of the activities during Latino Conservation Week. It is the first time that our whole family has visited RMNP and we have enjoyed the natural beauty of the park and the

knowledge of our fabulous guides, the park Rangers, who have made us feel very proud, amazed and happy. We hope to have more opportunities and adventures with you.. ”

EVICS Centro de Recursos Familiares y Rocky Mountain National Park colaboran para traer programas al aire libre a nuestra comunidad EVICS Centro de Recursos Familiares en asociación con el Parque Nacional de las Montañas Rocosas brindó programación al aire libre a nuestra comunidad durante los meses de junio y julio.

Nuestro primer evento fue una caminata de Pájaros en Lake Estes, seguido de un programa de pesca también en Lake Estes, Junior Ranger en Hidden Valley y una caminata de Pájaro en Upper Beaver Meadows. Se proporcionó transporte y

nuestro Parque Nacional.

EVICS Centro de Recursos familiares agradece tener la oportunidad de colaborar con los Servicios de Parques Nacionales (NPS) y ser el puente entre el NPS y nuestra comunidad.

Queremos dar un agradecimiento especial a los siguientes socios que pusieron esta valiosa programación a disposición de nuestras familias locales: Ricardo Escobar- Guardabosques interpretativo principal, Yulia Gu- Pasante de Fish and Feathers en el Parque Nacional Rocky Mountain, Luis Ávalos Park Ranger, Julian- Pasante de Fish and Feathers en el Parque Nacional de las Montañas Rocosas y Steven Ochoa-Coordinador de cohorte de pasantías de diversidad en Rocky Mountain Conservancy. Trabajando junto con la Directora del programa de EVICS, Rut Miller, estos programas brindaron experiencias

una cena con pizza para que las familias pudieran venir y disfrutar juntas del programa al aire libre.

Está comprobado que las experiencias de aprendizaje al aire libre de alta calidad permiten a los niños ser más capaces de identificar peligros y riesgos, desarrollar amor, aprecio y respeto por la naturaleza y todo lo que está vivo, y desarrollar una comprensión de cómo podemos cuidar nuestro medio ambiente. Las experiencias en la naturaleza también establecen la autoconciencia, la confianza y la autoestima y mejoran la salud mental. Hay tantos beneficios de las oportunidades al aire libre, y queríamos darle a nuestra comunidad la oportunidad de aprender y experimentar

significativas a las familias locales, muchas de las cuales por primera vez.

Ese es el caso de una familia local, los Cardona, quien escribe “Gracias por la oportunidad que nos han brindado de ser parte de las actividades durante la Semana de la Conservación Latina. Es la primera vez que toda nuestra familia visita el RMNP y hemos disfrutado de la belleza natural del parque y del conocimiento de nuestros fabulosos guías, los guardabosques, quienes nos han hecho sentir muy orgullosos, asombrados y felices. Esperamos tener más oportunidades y aventuras contigo.” ¡Gracias Parque Nacional de las Montañas Rocosas por ser una parte importante de nuestro Pueblo!

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News From The Art Center Of Estes Park Now on display: “The Beauty of the Natural World through My Lens” featuring the photography of artist member Scott Dorman.

There is also a display highlighting founding member John Lynch, featuring his beautiful artwork in wood.

In addition to those exhibits, there is a display on the theme wall “Reflections in Water.” Also on display in the gallery are the outstanding work of the other Art Center artist members, including other works in oil painting, watercolor, pastel, jewelry, ceramics, charcoal, graphite, glass, wood, sculpture, fiber, photography, printmaking and mixed media. The Art Center is open daily 11 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Upcoming Exhibit: 4th Annual Estes Valley Plein Air

process. And she provides all of the materials/supplies you will need to participate in this fun day of creativity. You will learn about hand painted collage, spray painting to add layered visual interest and composition. The first part of the day you will “get ready” to create a landscape of your choice later in the day.

It’s a great workshop for all levels of artistic talents including beginners.

Sandy’s motto is, “You are creative… you just don’t know it yet. ” Our leader into the exciting world of “Landscape Collage” is popular Loveland mixed media/collage artist, Sandy Fritz, currently RV’ing around the country with her husband. Fortunately, she stops in Estes Park each summer to visit her Dad, the Art Center’s own Bill Fritz, and enjoys teaching at the Art

mitting, those who want to can practice this method on the beautiful aspens right outside the Art Center after lunch.

Watercolor Journaling: Capturing Estes Park with Line and Color! with Karen Ramsay August 16, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Art Center members: $72, nonmembers: $80.

Karen Ramsay, celebrated Colorado watercolor artist and instructor, devotes her time capturing beautiful landscapes, urban scenes and figures that surround her. She has a passion for sharing and teaching students the techniques and joys of her favorite medium. Toss your sketchbook and some simple tools into your daypack, and explore Estes Park with us! We will fill our pages with sketches and watercolor scenes of the area. Approaches will include simple sketches with pencil, ink and watercolor.

Through instruction, demonstrations and free exploration time, you will be able to capture the

kit with everything necessary from Karen on the day of class for $40. (Cash or check will be accepted.) Everyone needs to bring their own water container, please.

Plein Air Florals with Cathy Goodale August 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Art Center members: $72, non members: $80.

Our main focus will be on color… specifically greens.

Seeking students for the Art Center’s Mentor Program: This is an exciting and popular Art Center program and an important way for Art Center artists to share their passion for the arts directly with members of the community.

Mentors are matched with mentees, of all ages, who want to learn a new medium, and have the chance to work with an experienced artist who shows their work in our lovely, professional gallery.

The annual Mentor/Student show in February is the highlight of the year, giving mentees the opportunity to see their own creations on display in the Art Center Gallery and to learn something about the “art biz” (appropriate framing, pricing, greeting the public, etc) along the way.

Satellite Exhibits: A new exhibit is now

on

36 artists will soon visiting Estes Park to paint our scenic area. The public is invited to attend our Quick Paint and Auction event in Riverside Plaza. Beginning at 8:30, participating artists will have 90 minutes to produce a painting. After a short display, these pieces will be auctioned, along with offerings of wines from Snowy Peaks Winery, which is specially designated for this plein air program. The public can sign up to participate in the auction, which will begin around 10:30.

A Gala Opening and Awards Ceremony will be held from 5-7 with the awards being presented beginning at 6.

The public is invited to attend this special occasion at the Art Center.

First Friday: The Art Center will be open 5-7 August 5 for First Friday. Going for Baroque will provide entertain and light refreshments will be served.

Art Classes in August Landscape Collage with Sandy Fritz August 6, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. beginners welcome. Art Center members: $100, nonmembers: $110.

Join Sandy Fritz in this dynamic landscape painting workshop. She will guide you thru her multi-layer mixed media

Center. “My art expresses how I view the world; full of life, color and emotion,” says Sandy.” All supplies are provided by the instructor.

Translating Small Abstract Designs into Sketchbook Sized Realistic Watercolors with Cecy Turner August 9, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Art Center members: $67.50, non-members: $75.

Cecy Turner is an award-winning artist who lives in Dallas, TX most of the year. She and her husband summer in Estes Park, and she spends most days painting in the park. The Art Center has been lucky enough to have persuaded Cecy to spend a day in town and teach a class for us the past few years. She paints/teaches in both oil and watercolor, and is particularly fond of plein air painting.

She says “In this one-day workshop, we will use water-soluble value pencils to translate small (approx. 4 x 6), quick abstract sketches into sketchbook sized realistic watercolors. This method can be applied to both your studio and plein air paintings and is one you’ll want to incorporate into your watercolor habits from now on! There will be demonstrations throughout the day. Weather per-

beauty around you. Participants will learn (or sharpen) some basic sketching and observation skills, along with some watercolor tips. We will then head out to practice these skills in a variety of locations in the town of Estes.

This workshop is perfect for those: • Journal-keepers who want to add illustrations to their writing • Artists who want to fill their sketchbooks • Gardeners and naturalists who want to learn more about the world around them • Travelers who want to record their journeys • Dreamers, scientists, observers, recorders, or anyone who wants to improve (or acquire!) skills in all these categories.

Supplies/materials needed: For those who wish to bring their own supplies, Karen has provided a materials list. Others will be able to purchase a complete

display at the Estes Park Health featuring Eileen Van Baren, Sally Richmond and Bruce Boynton. Us Bank features Debbie Jansen and VERT had a number of Art Center artists on display.

Social Media: The Art Center can be viewed not only on our website at www.artcenterofestes.com but we are on Facebook at Art-Center-of-Estes-Park, Instagram at artcenterofep and Twitter at artcenterestes.

The Art Center of Estes Park is a nonprofit organization which provides a facility to support the work of local and regional artists, striving to promote exhibition, education, and excellence in the visual arts. Proceeds benefit the artist and contribute to the Art Center’s education and community outreach. The Art Center is located at 517 Big Thompson Avenue, in Middle Stanley Village, below Safeway and above Subway. For more information, please call the Art Center at 970-586-5882 or visit our website at www.artcenterofestes.com.

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Find beauty, peace, solitude and privacy in this 8.9 acre property with a 3 bed 2 bath true log cabin. This heavenly parcel is mostly wooded with pines and aspens and has a pond and seasonal stream. It includes a heated 2 car garage with separate apartment above, a second garage for an RV with space for a shop or additional storage and a general purpose barn with hay loft and 2 stalls plus a loafing shed. Perfect for a farmlet or just a place to get away from it all. Wild life abounds or you can bring your horses, goats, chickens, llamas. Great views of Mount meeker and Taylor Mountain, Isolation Peak and others. 5 Minutes from Wild Basin area of RMNP. 20 minute drive to Estes Park or Lyons. 35 minute drive to Nederland and skiing at Eldora. A must see! Listed at $1,395,000

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Annual Bazaar This Saturday At Hilltop Guild In Allenspark

By Elisabeth Sherwin

It's almost here! The annual Hilltop Guild bazaar takes place this Saturday, Aug. 6, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kelley House, 18720 Highway 7. No entrance fee, plenty of free parking.

Get there early for the best selection of jellies including the now-famous dandelion jelly that tastes like mountain sunshine. All jellies from crabapple to chokecherry to dandelion and rhubarb will be $8.

But that's not all! Several community groups including The Wind will have tables at the festival plus Allenspark Neighbors Emergency Network (ANEN). Vendors will be on hand selling jewelry and handmade items. Mary Hunter will offer herbal products and chair massage, Joanna Johnson of Slate Falls Press will have children's books and watercolor prints, Gini Krattenmaker will have repurposed pillows and fiber art, Susan Lutes and Jeannie Taylor will sell mixed media painting, Leslie Maya-

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Charles returns with her hand-made jewelry, Jane Morrissey will have wood and fabric gift items, and Susan Platt will have jewelry. Jack Allington will be selling farm-fresh eggs.

"This is a great community event offered once a year," said Jennifer Bell, Hilltop Guild president. "Come join us and remember that the money you spend will go to local good causes like the Allenspark Fire Department and local scholarships."

The historic Bunce School, a one-room schoolhouse, is owned and operated by The Hilltop Guild and it will be open on Aug. 6 for docent-led tours. It is located within easy walking distance of the Kelley House and will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It was built in 1888 and restored by Guild members in 1996.

The Guild invited the Vitalant bloodmobile to come to its annual Bazaar but at the last minute it became unavailable.

Instead, a traditional blood drive will be held at the Allenspark Fire Department, in the Community Room, on Aug. 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please support this important service. Sign up in advance at www.vitalant.com.

A felt-pin class was held at the Kelley House on July 20 with seven enthusiastic "students" attending. More than a dozen darling cat pins, dog pins, and garden pins will be available for sale at the bazaar.

Another crowd favorite at the Bazaar is the Country Kitchen. But come early!

"We will be selling a variety of delicious baked goods from cookies to pies," said Kitty Burton, Country Kitchen chair. "Additionally, fudge, peanut brittle, and sweet and savory breads will be available."

Artisan sandwiches (think chicken, apple and bacon on a roll) will be available for a grab-and-go lunch. Come early for the best selection. A hot lunch item also will be provided.

Inside the Kelley House the boutique will be offering hand-crafted items from coasters to felt pins, embroidered cotton tea towels to scrubbies. Local weavers have made a selection of rugs, totes,

shoelaces, shawls and scarves. Imagine a beautiful shopping bag made out of recycled plastic bags!.

The White Elephant will offer an array of kitchen equipment and small household and decorative items including framed artwork. Books and puzzles will be for sale in the book barn. Some small pieces of furniture also will be available for sale including four patio chairs. Hair on Wheels will again come to the Bazaar offering almost-free haircuts for a small donation.

Live music will alternate between the Railroad Ramblers and Shazza (Sharon Arms) and Steel.

Best of all, the money raised at this annual event will go right back into the community in the form of scholarships and charitable contributions.

Check out the Guild calendar and photos by going to www.hilltopguild.com.

Hilltop Guild events will continue into the fall with a Fall Festival and a fundraiser for local firefighter Will Heath. Stay tuned!

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The River – Part Two Last month I wrote about my connection with two rivers – the majestic Hudson River, deep enough to hold battleships and the scrappy Big Thompson River. “The Big T”, as she’s sometimes called by fishermen in waders, sending out lines that weave in loops through the air teasing the sleek trout below.

Sometimes lazy and narrow, the Big Thompson will remind us every 50 or so years that she is able to jump over bridges in a single bound and bring down tall ponderosas way above her banks.

This summer I found another river to fall in love with in the Yampa. The first week of June, my husband Scott and two friends, Cindy and Ron, took a guided, four-day river trip down the Yampa. We entered in Dinosaur National Monument where the Yampa traverses more than 40 miles of rugged canyons and rapids. After those 40 miles, it joins the Green River and for a while, when the two converge, you see a dark dividing line between the two rivers, the dark green of the Green River on the right, the Yampa a silty brownish color on the left.

I have white water rafted before on the Poudre and one memorable trip on the Colorado. Memorable for the lack of white water. I think that’s more what they call “a float.” I love white water rafting: the thrill of dipping into the waves and popping up again. The fellowship of companions all shrieking at the same time and holding on tight to the sides along with the smiles of relief we shared at not being thrown into the river. But I never took a white-water trip for more than a couple of hours, and never-ever an overnight.

For months after the trip was booked, I collected things I thought I would need: a new sleeping bag since mice had made a home in mine over the winter, almostnew rain pants I found on one of our local Facebook buy/sell sites, shorts and tops made of sun-protecting and quickdry material, and a wide-brim hat.

Scheduling a trip always gives me permission to shop. Snacks, which I chose like a nine-year-old, drinks, water bottles, a good book, small battery-operated lanterns, extra batteries, sunscreen, vitamins and medications, sunglasses, camp pillows, and other odds and ends were thrown into backpacks. We were ready to hit the dusty...river.

Climbing into the company van in Vernal, Utah that took us to the Yampa, we met our other floating companions. Besides Cindy and Ron, we were joined by a guy from Montana and two women from Colorado Springs. Our guides were already at the river. It was great to be in a small group. The two rafts had a new configuration for me because we had to bring everything needed for four days. All the supplies and our bags were packed in the back of the raft, the guide sat up in the middle and four of us sat in the front on the same pads we would sleep on at night. Each day we traveled

about 20+ miles and pulled into one of the camping sites late afternoon.

The trip was two competing experiences. All our meals were cooked for us and they were delicious. The guides even cooked vegan meals for me (for an extra charge of course). Starting with hot coffee, fruit, and a breakfast dish in the morning, we had lunch, dinner and even a cocktail hour after we were safely tucked into our evening spot. We were allowed to bring beer, wine and premixed cocktails as long as they were not in glass containers. The reverse side of all that pampering was that once we pulled into our site in the afternoon, we had to unpack the raft of a stove, garbage pails, lots of food, tables, the “Gruber” (don’t ask), and sleeping mats as well as carry all our items from the river to our own spot, set up our tent and bedding. The reverse happened every morning. The basic camping sites were pretty nice overall but in one we had to watch for rattlesnakes which seemed to be all around in the rocky field, not to mention every site had bugs of all descriptions and spiders. I won’t even go into the “Gruber” experience except to say, it was the most talked about aspect of multi-day river rafting.

And yet, it was magical being on the river. It soothed me and I found I wasn’t as talkative as I usually am. Leaning back to take in the towering cliffs above us and catching a glimpse of petroglyphs or pictographs added a canvas to the river. Watching both large and small birds swimming or flying, big horns, deer, elk, and even moose munching on the side of the banks reminded me of how remote this wilderness experience was. Right in front of my eyes, babies of every kind were being taught how to live and survive while the river held me in its arms. It was fun to watch my husband as he advanced his competency from lake kayaking to river kayaking.

And of course, running the rapids was pure bliss. I laughed uncontrollably, screamed a lot (again like a nine-yearold), and held on tight to the two people on either side of me. By the 2nd day, we automatically linked arms when we saw the river go from calm to rapids. We became comrades in arms, unafraid of anything the river threw at us. Until that is, we slid into a deep hole, swallowed a ton of water and were briefly unsure if we’d pop up again.

At night we shared those things that make us, “us” and new friends became old friends. We noticed who had a dry sense of humor, who told the best stories, who was really, really funny and who could make you notice the sweeping canopy of stars in a whole new way.

It was kind of like camp when I was a kid. Except for sleeping on the ground in a small tent, I loved every second of this adventure.

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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library SUMMER HOURS Tuesdays-Thursdays, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

Fridays & Saturdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sundays & Mondays, Closed Curbside Services Pick up books, movies, audiobooks, magazines, kits, even Chromebooks.

Available Monday-Saturday. Learn more at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Library Two-Hour Parking Library patrons may use any of the seven free parking spaces marked “Library Reserved” during open hours. The spaces offer a two-hour time limit, for use while inside the library. These are located along the library’s northeast perimeter. No payment or permit required.

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS Weave the Social Fabric: A Living Room Conversation Wednesday, August 10, 11-12:30 p.m., Wasson Room Consider how you might work within the community to build connections that allow you to feel recognized, respected, and valued. In collaboration with the Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

ADULT PROGRAMMING Exploring Nature with Kevin Cook Monday, August 8, 4-5:30 p.m.,

1160 FAIRWAY CLUB CIR #2 $785,000 ON THE GOLF COURSE

Hondius Room & on Zoom A monthly series on how to engage with the wonders of Life on Earth. In “The Fear,” instructor Cook explores how fear can impact our relationship with nature. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Book Club for Mortals: When Breath Becomes Air Thursday, August 11, 1-2:30 p.m., Wasson Room & on Zoom Discuss books related to end-of-life, continuing with When Breath Becomes Air by Stanford neurosurgeon Paul Kalanithi. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

CPR Certification Saturday, August 20, 1-5 p.m., Hondius Room CPR, AED, and First Aid certification for Estes Valley Library cardholders ages 19 and up. Free to attend. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Back-To-School Coffee Wednesday, August 24, 8:15-9:30 a.m., Hondius Room Drop your kids off at school, then drop in for coffee and donuts courtesy of the library! No sign-up required.

MAKERSPACE Learn the 3D Printer Friday, August 5, 2-3:30 p.m.

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Repeated Friday, August 19, 2-3:30 p.m.

For ages 15 and up. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Learn the Laser Cutter Friday, August 12, 2-3:30 p.m.

For ages 15 and up. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

KIDS & FAMILIES Library Storytimes Baby Storytime: Thurs. and Fri. at 10 a.m.

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

Outdoor Active Storytime at Performance Park: Wed., August 10 at 10:30 a.m.

Pajama Storytime with Nancy Bell: Wed., August 10 at 6 p.m.

Storybook Explorers: Sat., August 13 at 11:15 a.m.

Read to Therapy Dog “Bo”: Tues., August 16 at 10 a.m.

Outdoor Active Storytime at Community Garden: Wed., August 17 at 10:30 a.m.

Pajama Storytime Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Wed., August 24 at 6 p.m.

TEENS & KIDS Locker Magnet Making Saturday, August 6, 2-3 p.m., Makerspace Repeated Tuesday, August 9, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Makerspace Use the button maker and bottle caps to create decorative magnets for your school locker. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Show Your School Spirit: Water Bottles Thursday, August 11, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Makerspace Repeated Saturday, August 13, 1:30-3 p.m., Makerspace Personalize a water bottle with the Bobcat mascot. All supplies provided.

Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Show Your School Spirit: Pencil Pouches Saturday, August 13, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Makerspace Repeated Thursday, August 18, 6-7:30 p.m., Makerspace Create a Bobcat-themed pencil pouch and get started on organizing your school supplies. All materials provided.

Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Rubber Stamps & Paper Crafts Tuesday, August 16, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Hondius Room

Repeated August 25, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Hondius Room Explore the Makerspace tools to create bookmarks, craft cards, decorate notebooks, and more. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Art Work Wednesday: Notebook Decorating Wednesday, August 17, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Hondius Room Spruce up your back-to-school supplies with notebook collages and DIY decorating. Notebook provided. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Show Your School Spirit: Laser Engraved Bookmarks Saturday, August 20, 10-11:30 a.m., Makerspace

Repeated Tuesday, August 23, 10-11:30 a.m., Makerspace Personalize a wooden bookmark to use during the school year. All materials provided. Sign up at estesvalleylibrary.org.

LEGAL SELF-HELP Free Legal Self-Help Clinic Wednesday, August 10, 2-5 p.m., Library Study Room One-on-one legal advice for library patrons who do not have a personal attorney. Appointments are necessary and can be scheduled by calling 970-5868116. More information at estesvalleylibrary.org/legalclinic.

LIBRARY NEWS Board of Trustees Regular Meeting Monday, August 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hondius Room The Library Board of Trustees holds regular meetings on the third Monday of most months, except where otherwise noted.

FRIENDS & FOUNDATION Cliffhanger Used Books Cliffhanger Used Books, located next to the Post Office, is operated by the Library Friends & Foundation, offering gently-used books, movies, and music at discount prices. Open daily for summer hours, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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A Theater Troupe, A Faustian Bargain, And An Archeologist: Who Has Your Vote?

One snowy night, a famous Hollywood actor slumps over and dies onstage during a production of King Lear. That same evening, a devastating flu pandemic arrives in the city, and the world as we know it begins to dissolve. Moving back and forth in time – from the actor's early days as a film star to fifteen years in the future, when a theater troupe known as the Traveling Symphony roams the wasteland of what remains – Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel

she will go to leave her mark on the world. But everything changes when, after nearly 300 years, Addie stumbles across a young man in a hidden bookstore and he remembers her name.

To whom does the past belong? Is the archeologist who discovers a lost tomb a sort of hero — or a villain? If someone steals a relic from a museum and returns it to the ruin it came from, is she a thief? Written in his trademark lyrical style, Craig Childs’s Finders Keepers is a ghost story. Visit lonesome desert canyons For many years, August signaled the funded by the Friends & Foundation? and fancy Fifth Avenue annual summer used book sale. Now If you’re a guardian of a young child, our “big book sale fundraiser” has a per- you can take home a Storybook Explorer art galleries, journey fect year-round home at Cliffhanger kit, complete with a book and activity, or throughout the Americas, Asia, the past and Used Books. have 100 little readers This Tuesday, August 9 mailed to your preschool the present, and take an intense, impasis National Book Lovers’ child’s home. Are you an sioned investigation into the nature of Day. As a thank you to adult reader looking for a the past and the things we leave behind.

For over ten years, friends and neighour Estes Valley Friends hot new title? There’s a bors have made it a tradition to read and & Foundation members, “Lucky Day” collection discuss a shared book on an annual basis. volunteers, and bookpacked with bestsellers The annual literary celebration called loving community, every and the latest books creOne Book One Valley has taken us on book is only $1. ating buzz. These are all some amazing journeys.

Cliffhanger will be open made possible by our Where will we go next? Now through from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. – come early generous community of library lovers. for the best selection!

Cliffhanger Used Books has many August remains a great time to reflect happy customers—including local busion many ways that Library Love bright- nesses. Tell us about that. ens our community: We’re grateful to all the shoppers at Right now, voting is underway for the Cliffhanger, and for everyone who donext One Book One Valley. How have nates books. We couldn’t operate withlibrary donors made this reading celeout the loyal volunteers staffing our bration possible? cashier counter and sorting boxes of donations.

For over ten years, friends and neighbors have joined together to read and Last year, the Stanley Hotel bought discuss a shared book, making new over 7,000 books from Cliffhanger. friends each time. Donor support funds These books are stocked throughout the extra copies of the book to be shared and hotel, including the newly-renovated re-shared among many readers. That Carriage House. It’s a win-win: books for support also underwrites the many pro- their guests to enjoy, and proceeds supgram activities. Be sure to vote online porting the Library Friends & Foundabefore August 12. tion.

The Library Building has been in opWhat are the ways that people can eration for over 30 years. How has the make a gift and become part of this Friends & Foundation been part of that community of Library Love? legacy?

From the library website, you can Thanks to donors, the library facility arrange a one-time gift. Or, for greater adapts to the changing needs of the convenience, schedule a recurring gift, community, evolving within its same where an amount of your choosing is square footage as 30 years ago. In recent given automatically each month. It’s an years, donors funded the 2nd Floor imeasy, efficient way to give. provements—including technology upThe library is connected to our comgrades, the comfort of the Quiet Room, munity—listening, growing, and evolvand the Makerspace, where creativity ing. The Library Friends & Foundation flourishes with hands-on tools and provide the spark and magic to make crafts. that possible. Learn more at What other library projects are being estesvalleylibrary.org. charts the strange twists of fate that connect five people, caught in the crosshairs of a dangerous self-proclaimed prophet.

France, 1714: in a moment of desperation, a young woman makes a Faustian bargain to live forever — and is cursed to be forgotten by everyone she meets.

Thus begins The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V. E. Schwab, and a dazzling adventure that will play out across centuries and continents, across history and art, as a young woman learns how far

August 12, we’re seeking your vote to choose the 2023 book. Visit estesvalleylibrary.org to submit one vote per person.

We'll reveal the winning title in early

Celebrate National Book Lovers’ Day On August 9

November, then One Book One Valley takes place in January. Copies of the book will be available for reading and sharing, thanks to generous support from the Library Friends & Foundation.

Now over a decade strong, we invite you to take part in this opportunity to celebrate literacy, community, storytelling, and civic dialogue through the shared reading of a single title.

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As I was working on this article, some Google reviews popped up in my feed. I was going to describe some of the wonderful features of The Rec, but decided to let our guests do it instead! Here are some recent comments about the Estes Valley Community Center from locals and visitors alike: From a family taking a break from hiking who enjoyed the Aquatic Center and the Stanley Park Playground: “We visited the Rec Center for an afternoon of lazy river and kiddie pool time after two and a half days at Rocky Mountain National Park. This place is a gem…my children very much enjoyed the swim time. (They were really loving something not “nature park” related).

There is a small waterslide my daughter went on probably 20 times…Not part of the “tourist” strip, but definitely worth checking out if you want something away from the crowds.”

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with us and they all had a blast especially on the water slide. Pools were great and everything was very clean.

Great place to take a family on a rainy day.”

From a local: “We use the Rec Center several times a week. Whether it is taking the free or low-cost classes, lifting weights, playing pickle ball or taking the grandkids to the pool, it is a great place to be!”

From a visiting rock climber: “Best gym I’ve ever been to, and I travel extensively and have been to many all over the country. Friendly, welcoming staff, beautiful clean and well maintained facility and reasonable prices. As I’ve continued to travel and am constantly visiting new gyms, I only further realize how rare of a gem (and gym) this one is. As a climber, this is the spot to grab a shower after a day in RMNP” I couldn’t have said it better myself! For all the info on the Rec Center as well as our 18hole golf course, 9-hole/disc golf course, campgrounds and marina, please visit evrpd.com.

Estes Park Men’s Golf Association Results For Week Of August 1, 2022 Congrats To All Winners – Net Scores Tony Fink 65 Rod Unruh 68 Dustin Brown 68 Austin Logan 69 Dwight Stanford 69 Mike Riley 69 Tom Keyworth 69 Steve Nagl 69 Al Wagner 70 Larry Nosbish 70 Stan Osborne 70 Guy Tritico 70 Tony Paglia 70 George Smith 70 John Copenhaver 71 Larry Murphy 71 Greg Fyfe 71

Jeff Lindberg 71 Virgil Yarbrough 71 Pete Smith 72 Ron Thomas 72 Dick Smith 73 Jim Gallup 73 Wayne Anderson 73 Dave Gamble 73 Kreg Leymaster 73 Josh Tracy 74 Kirk Miller 74 Tony Palmer 74 Al Aarms 74 Robert Wilczek 74 Wesley Wilvert 74 Jim Sulzbach 75 Mike Bryson 75 Bill Sweet 75 Matt Quinn 75

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Nan Ryan InvitationalAnother Great Success What a great day for Junior Golf! And Junior golfers were again the big winners in the 19th annual Nan Ryan Invitational, held Saturday, July 30, at the Lake Estes Golf Course!

“We were so fortunate this year to have perfect weather, and 33 teams of golfers who competed in the 9-hole scramble event,” said Nan Ryan, tournament or-

from the players.

And not to be forgotten – a big thanks to Marsha Sypher for checking players in, and to Judith Praul and Ollie Smith, who handled the all-important raffle.

The Women’s Team of Judi Cunningham, Jan Alderman, Carla Spreng-Webb and Carol Felner took the Women’s Team honors, while the Men’s Team title went to Ben James, Brian James, Mike Manson and Bobby Daisy.

The Mixed Team title was won

by Judi and Mike Cunningham and Carla and Drew Webb, winning in a scorecard playoff with a 31.

Seven junior boys were entered in this year’s event, with the winning Junior Team title going to Jeff, Gavin and Latham Morris. Micah Carter-McCreery, Blake Marcantonio,

ple, both in the development of strong moral characters, sportsmanship, honesty, and integrity, as well as learning to have fun on the golf course. Over the last few years of being able to see the tournament up close and be a small part of the planning stages, I can’t personally thank Nan and all her volunteers enough for all of their hard work and dedication to our cause,” he added.

“Thank you to all the donors, and all of the participants of the tournament.

Your generosity will support years of junior golf to come, help reduce or even eliminate the financial barriers to getting started in the game Junior Team winners Gavin, Jeff and Latham Morris of golf. This year our junior golf she donated to the Junprogram had sixty ior Golf program. The junior golfers parMaster’s flag was won ticipating. The

by Jim Ward, Carol Felprogram was a rener won the Master’s markable success All Junior Team winners Aiden Wood, Booth Hayes, Micah towel, Ray Sanchez won with the 6-8 yearCarter-McCleery and Blake Marcantonio. the Master’s Ball old participation Marker, Linda Krein being the highest we won the US Open cap ganizer. “Our goal, as always, was to beat have seen for five years, which is promisand A. McIntyre won last year’s record, and we DID! Thanks ing for the future. Nan’s tournament the Master’s Cap. to the golfers and many wonderful dona- helps us get brand new sets of clubs for “We couldn’t have set tions, we made a record $6,500 for the every new junior golfer. This year we this new record without Estes Park Junior Golf Program. This were able to outfit every golfer with not the help of all the parbrings the total raised by the tournament only clubs, but water bottles, shirts, and ticipants and the generthrough the past 19 years to $56,155.” fun prizes to keep them interested in the ous people who do“Nan Ryan runs such a great event both game. We are excited for the future of nated money for Junior the junior golf program goGolf, ” stated Ryan.

“You ing forward, and we know all help to shape the we are in good hands with golfers of the future.” the incredible amount of Men’s team winners Ben James, Brian James, Mike ManPlans are in the works support from Nan Ryan and son and Bobby Daisy. for the 20th annual Nan the community of golfers in Ryan Invitational, schedAiden Wood and Booth Hayes won the Estes Park.” uled at the Lake Estes Golf Course for All-Junior Team title.

“Megan Miller was again Saturday, July 29, 2023. Mark your calenChris Berve won men’s long drive, with the very visible ‘behind the dar now!

Dana Solomon hitting the longest scenes’ person who made women’s drive and Booth this tournament a success,” said Ryan. “Megan grew up Hayes taking the junior long drive title. in the EP Junior Program, and her passion is junior Solomon took Women’s golfers. We really couldn’t Closest to the Pin honors, have done the tournament while Ray Sanchez won without her.”

Men’s Closest to the Pin. Many thanks go to Austin In the tee guessing contest, and his staff at both Estes Bobby Daisy won men’s, Park Golf Courses, and esCarol Felner, ladies and pecially to the staff at the Gavin Morris, junior.

Lake Estes Golf Course.

In the putting contest, Karen Riley and Chris Wa- Frank Ledoux and Hank Women’s team winners Judi Cunningham, Carla terbury in the pro shop, Rains tied for low men’s Spreng-Webb, Jan Alderman and Carol Felner.

Wally Wester the starter, who putts, Barb Jampolis, Becky kept things on schedule, and Coughlin and Carol Arnold for the community and for the benefit of Fran Arnold, Frank Zambrano and Tony tied for low women’s putts, our junior golf program. I am once again Ortega rangers. and Latham Morris won utterly surprised at the outpouring of And hats off to Andy Morgan at The junior putting honors. support for junior golf in this commuDunraven, for the $20 gift certificate that In the raffle, Steve Ennis nity,” said Austin Logan, PGA Golf Pro- every player received! won the Callaway driver, fessional and Golf Operations Manager Greg Anderson and his maintenance while Jama Bradley won the Mixed Team winners Mike and Judi Cunningham and at Estes Park Golf Courses. crew had the golf course in tip top conCallaway stand bag, which Carla and Drew Webb.

“Golf has so much to offer young peo- dition, and received many compliments

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Please Join Us At Flatirons Church By: Larry Yarrington

It is interesting to me when a pastor takes a sabbatical what he comes up with. What were his thoughts on moving the congregation to the next step? Jim Bergan, the lead pastor at Flatirons church took a few weeks off and what he came up with was so fundamental to Christian life that we often forget it. He demonstrated by using one of the last commands that Jesus gave His disciples. Go, make disciples, and baptize them.

The go part is a very interesting term, because it can mean, go across the street and meet you neighbor, or it can mean going where the gospel has never been heard before. And you go with purpose but not as if you are doing a project. It has passion associated with it. A genuine concern for the life of another. Going is more than showing up at church each week and maybe spending an evening in a Christian huddle learning more than you are really acting on. It means finding people who do not know Jesus, or are newer at following Jesus than you are, and building relationship.

The purpose part is making disciples.

Making disciples starts with making friendships. To do otherwise makes them a project, not a person for whom you care and have compassion. But it is also not just finding someone to hang out with. Love compels us to share the joy and peace we have found in following Jesus. If my life is more abundant and fuller, should I not naturally want to share this with my new friend. Or perhaps it is joining them in their joy or suffering so that we become like family.

It may be coming alongside them in dealing with a hurt or a hang up that is keeping them from experiencing the full life Jesus has promised His followers.

Life is hard but more bearable with a

friend.

Lastly is a call to baptism. In my understanding, baptism is a public declaration of going public with your new life in Christ. It is symbolic of dying with Jesus and being raised to new life. But practically, it is a moment when you are looking for the support and love that will help in living your new life in Christ.

Pastor Jim gave us a call to obey the call to the command of Jesus. But he inspired us to get to know the best ways to live out our lives for Christ and His purpose for us. The best methods are written in a book called the Bible. He also called us to separate ourselves from our electronic leash and experience the joy of holding a book with pages and words called a Bible. It just might be refreshing to experience the word on pages rather than on your phone or tablet. But it may also do something that an app will not do. It puts something in our hands which is a testimony to where we get instructions for living, for all the world to see. I do not know what effect that might have, but if the Lord spoke to Jim about that, I want to give it a try and see what the Lord wants to do with it. So, I went in search for my old Bible and downloaded an app that looks at the words of the Bible in their original language. Its called Step Bible App. I think the next few weeks at Flatirons may be quite the adventure, that can draw me out of my place of comfort into the challenge of being all Jesus wants me to be.

Please join us as we explore this old tool in a different way. I expect God to show me something I never quite realized in His word.

Flatirons Church meets at Reel Mountain Theater on Sundays at 9 and 11 a.m. FlatironsChurchEP@gmail.com

Special Thank You From Partners!

Special shout out to Rock Cut Brewing Company for designating Partners as the beneficiary for their second quarter Rock Cut Gives Back!

Their donation helps support our mission and benefits the youth, families, and volunteers we serve in the Estes Valley.

Special thanks to the Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary and The Village Thrift Shop also recently designated Partners as a grant recipient. Their grant funding will help support our program activities and volunteer screening costs!

Thank you!

Public Invited To A Celebration Picnic Come Celebrate the refurbishment of St. Francis of Assisi Anglican Church Sunday, August 14th 9:30 a.m. – enjoy our traditional worship service, followed by a potluck picnic held in the upper picnic and playground area. The church will provide hamburgers, and everyone will be bringing their favorite dish to share.

Children can then play on the jungle gym and swing set, which were salvaged from the old school and reassembled in our Rocky Mountain “wilderness.” Be sure to take time to tour the Via Dolorosa Trail; the path where each station shows Jesus’ final walk with the cross to the place of crucifixion. You will walk

past the Resurrection station when walking up to the picnic grounds.

Workers have painted, cleaned, completed fire mitigation, and spruced up the church and grounds. The church is open to the public anytime so that you can meditate and pray for your hopes and fears.

We’re growing and improving – enjoy family and fun with us!

St. Francis Church is easy to find - just follow the signs up Little Valley off Fish Creek Rd. to 3480 St. Francis Way. Please RSVP to Rev. Fr. Dennis Ryan at 970-5770601. www.stfrancisestespark.com.

Allenspark Community Church Celebrates 50 Years Of Worship We celebrate 50 years of worship in our little log church in the heart of downtown Allenspark.

The Allenspark Community Church is celebrating their fifty year anniversary and has chosen Sunday, August 7th as the day to celebrate 50 years of devotion to God, through Jesus Christ, and of service to thousands of worshipers during that time. You are invited to join the celebration at 10:00 a.m. at the “little log church” at 16 Washington Street where we will praise God for His blessings and guidance.

(Note: this is a new date for the celebration)

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Robert M. "Mike" Murphy Robert M. “Mike” Murphy, age 79, passed away on July 20, 2022 at his home in Fort Collins, CO. Mike was born in Marion, Ohio on April 17th, 1943, he attended Marion Harding High School and joined the US Air Force. He was stationed at Loring AFB in Limestone, Maine. He lived in Mansfield, Ohio for the first part of his life and then moved to Colorado in 1982. He enjoyed many hobbies; photography, hiking, fishing and archery. He taught himself to play guitar and piano with the help of YouTube.

Mike was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 45 years, Betty Lou "Betsy" (Welch) Murphy. Mike and Betsy (who often referred to him as

“Murph”) met when they both worked at Therm-ODisc in Mansfield.

Mike is survived by his four children: Thom (Penney) Murphy, Tonya (Suheil) Kardosh, Stacey (Patrick) Arnold and Tim Mong.

He leaves behind eight grandchildren: Lauren (Matthew) Douglas, Anthony (Samantha) Kardosh, Jackson Arnold, Henry Arnold, Sydney Mong, Simon Arnold, Chase Kardosh, Calvin Arnold and two great grandchildren: Lennon and Rowan Douglas.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 6th at 11 a.m. at Timberline Church in Fort Collins (2908 S. Timberline Rd.) Funeral home: Bohlender Funeral Chapel, 121 W. Olive St., Fort Collins, CO 80524.

Adult Chess Club Meets On Thursday Afternoons Here we are in the prime of the yes-italso-gets-warm-inthe-mountains summer, so who wouldn’t like to spend some time in a quiet air-conditioned place with some (dare I say it?) cool people? Our adult chess club meeting every Thursday afternoon at 3:30 p.m. at the Estes Park Community Center is just what you need!

Since our last posting here in the early spring we have doubled in size and now have several competitive games for players at all levels each week. And of course we aren’t just folks who wear tape on their glasses and stare at a game board – we even play golf and hike and play pickleball too! We like to keep it free and easy…yes, free as in no membership requirements or dues, just adult fun. To attend you will of course need to meet the requirements for the facility (some of us have “Silver Sneakers” ac-

counts with our Medicare or whatever so we don’t pay annual fees), and the people at the front desk are quite helpful.

Please join us and bring your quests and questions. We have been working through game problems as a group, and are looking at expanding our presence in the chess community through “challenges” to other front-range clubs, and even optionally attending national Chess Federation open competitions.

We can be contacted by phone (John Gintert @ 720-217-6677 or Michael Sisk @ 970-277-5232), or feel free to just drop in on Thursday afternoons at 3:30 p.m. You will be welcomed!

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Veterinary Technician Animal Medical Center of Estes Park, an AAHA accredited hospital, has an immediate opening for a full-time Veterinary Technician with a minimum of two years’ experience. Certified Technician preferred. The successful candidate will be a self-starter and must be able to work as part of a team with individuals of varied knowledge and abilities. The candidate must have experience in anesthesia, sedation, surgical preparation of patients, intubation, IV catheter placement, recovery, and patient care. The candidate must be detail oriented and able to type clear and succinct notes for medical records. Knowledge of AVImark software and Idexx lab equipment are beneficial. Starting pay range: $18-20/hour. Benefits include vacation and holiday pay, health/dental insurance, and employee discounts on food and services. Qualified applicants are encouraged to email a cover letter and resume to Pamela Becker, Practice Manager at pam@amcestes.com.

The Bird’s Nest

Now hiring barista’s, pastry chefs, line cooks and part time event servers.

Come in for application, or email info@thebirds–nest.com

Rocky Mountain Conservancy

Field Institute Coordinator

Full-time with benefits  Full Ɵme; 40 hours/week  $20 - $24/hour  B.A. in science or educaƟon-related field preferred  Oversee educaƟonal programs and field insƟtute daily operaƟons  Computer and data entry; social media promoƟons; program development/presentaƟon  Competent wriƟng skills required  Work involves some hiking and driving largecapacity vehicles  Bilingual in Spanish preferred  Occasional nights and weekends

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COOK Responsible for shift management of all kitchen & back of house food service operations at Estes Park Center; including menu planning, food preparation, ordering, and kitchen cleanliness. $17 - $18/hour with full benefits, childcare assistance, and generous PTO/vacation.

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Part-time Wedding & Tour CDL Drivers with Class B passenger endorsement required. Flexible year round employment. $25-30/hr.

Apply within at: Estes Park Shuttle 551 South Saint Vrain Ave

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CAbIn AdopTIon And CApITAl projeCTs MAnAger Responsible for all aspects of the cabin donation/adoption program and its revenue implications. Also responsible for supporting capital projects funded through Philanthropy Department. $42,000 - $53,163/year with full benefits, on-site child care center, YMCA membership, and more.

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Help Wanted Liquor Store Sales Associate Full Time/Part Time available Starting wage $17 hour Sign on bonus! Employee Benefits & discounts at Bart's Liquor and our sister store Rocky Mountain Pharmacy Stop by for an application and become a Spirit Guide today!

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Responsible for leading a housekeeping crew with an emphasis on quality, accountability, efficiency and timeliness. $18/hr. with full benefits, childcare assistance, and employee perks.

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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.

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Full-time Civil Engineer I/II Emergency Services Dispatcher I/II/III Event Maintenance Worker I Facilities and Parks Manager Grants Specialist Groundworker (Limited Term) IT Support Specialist I/II Journey Lineworker Line Equipment Specialist Mechanic II/III Mobility Services Manager Police Chief Police Officer I/II/III Street Equipment Specialist I/II/III Town Engineer Seasonal Positions Event Coordinator Assistant Event Maintenance Worker

Silver Saddle Inn Now hiring: Front Desk Clerk Evenings required, Full time $17/hr - $20/hr DOE, Benefits Must be non-smoker.

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Housekeeper Responsible for successfully cleaning cabins and lodges, emphasizing quality, accountability, efficiency, and timeliness in preparing guest accommodations. $14 - $16/hour with full benefits, childcare assistance, and generous PTO/vacation.

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Full and part time jobs available.

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NOW HIRING! Full-Time and Part-Time Positions Available for

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

Rams Horn Village Resort has year round full time and part time positions available in our Guest Services/ Housekeeping Department: $16-18/hour, plus tips, a summer bonus up to $1500, and benefits package for full time employees. We are looking for energetic, dependable people who are able to perform physical labor and who have strong customer service skills.

Fridays and Saturdays are required. Fill out an application at Rams Horn Village Resort, 1565 Colo. Hwy 66. EEOE

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Seeking team players to work with the Conservancy’s retail team in warehouse operaƟons in RMNP.

Warehouse posiƟons  Full Ɵme, seasonal through December, 2022  Full Ɵme; year round  $16.50 – $17.00/hr with some benefits  AssisƟng manager with merchandise flow,

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Now hiring Shuttle Drivers Rams Horn Village Resort has a year round full time position available in our Engineering/ Maintenance Department: $17-22/hour, plus a summer bonus up to $2000 and benefits package for full time employees. We are looking for an experienced, dependable person who is able to perform physical labor and who has strong customer service skills. Fill out an application at Rams Horn Village Resort, 1565 Colo. Hwy 66. EEOE

Customer Service Associate Salud Family Health Centers Salud is looking for a Customer Service Associate in Estes Park.

• High school diploma or GED required • Bilingual English/Spanish

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Full-time or part-time positions Mon.- Fri. classes Sept. thru May public school schedule $17.00/hr.

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Seeking an experienced team player to assist the Conservancy’s sales department as a retail clerk in RMNP visitor centers.

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Love working with children?

Apply within at: Estes Park Shuttle 551 South Saint Vrain Ave

Salud Offers: • $17.90 to $19.40 per hour • Monday to Friday – 8:30 am to 5:30 pm • Comprehensive Benefits Package

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Lifelong Learning Preschool Estes Park

Part-time/Full-time year round employment. Clean Valid Colorado Driver license (no special license needed). $17-20 an hour

Responsible for the administration of the infant, toddler, and preschool program. He/she ensures compliance with licensing, fiscal success, and curriculum implementation. Full-time, yearround position paying $51,000 $55,000/year with full benefits and employee perks.

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Estes Park School District R-3 is an equal opportunity employer.

This position focuses on the maintenance and repair of all aspects of the Estes Park Center facilities. $18.75 - $22.28/hour with on-site housing, full benefits, childcare assistance, and generous PTO/vacation.

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We’re hiring for the following positions starting at $18.00/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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PT Host/Front of House Assistant apply/send resume to twinowls.net Shauns Towing is Hiring

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3 BR, 2.5 Bath, 2 Car Garage, Deck, Quiet Neighborhood, River Access, NP/NS, 9-12 mt lease, $2300 707-7063781

Commercial Rentals Three person professional Class A office. Located in Bank of Estes Park building on Saint Vrain. Previous attorney occupied for over 20 years. Two private offices with reception, onsite parking. Adjacent tenants are State Farm and Edward Jones. $1,600 per month plus utilities.

Contact Thom at Verus Commercial, Inc. 303-589-1543 Office Spaces for Rent 1191 Woodstock Dr. Newly Remodeled 1200 Sq. ft w/ great parking. Near Hwy 7 & Fairgrounds. Call 402-7304080 or 970-420-4388 OFFICE SPACE 6 Offices/Whole 2nd Floor 850 sf, Yr. Lease Min. Private Parking, Bathroom, Kitchenette, A/C. Reasonable Rates. Quality Finishes.

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1’6”x1’6”x2” $10. $35 for all. 720 530 9097

Commercial Spaces for sale and lease.

Call Eric.

Anderson Realty.

586-2950 Vacation Homes

Host Your Space on EstesPark.com

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

GARAGE SALE Tons of stuff!

Saturday 8 - 2 1590 Prospect Mountain Drive

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 Sat 8-2, Sun 9-1 Follow Org & Grn Signs to 1715 Ptarmigan Good Samaritan Village Danish Furniture, Collectibles, Art, Lg size Clothing, Electronics, Kitchen Aid Mixer, Tools, Club Car, Patio Furniture, Massage Table & More

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PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER APPLIANCE REPAIR

CLEANING SERVICES

COMPUTER SERVICES cont.

970-586-2557 theapplianceservicecompany.com ARCHITECTURE

ATTORNEYS ELECTRICIANS

CAMERAS EYECARE/GLASSES

CARPET CLEANING

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

EXCAVATION CHIMNEY SWEEP

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PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER FLOORING

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

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

MAINTENANCE/REPAIR SERVICES

D Licensed & Insured

DIAMOND D HANDYMAN SERVICE Home Maintenance & Repairs Yardwork & Mowing

“Consider It Done!”

Dave 303-877-2007

HOT TUBS & POOL SERVICES

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

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

Cajun Handyman Services No Job Too Small!

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

LINEN SUPPLY -LAUNDRY SERVICE

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

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

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PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER MAINTENANCE/REPAIR SERVICES cont.

PEST CONTROL

REAL ESTATE Simply. Elevated. Real Estate.

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

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

PAINTING

POWER GENERATION

SECURITY HOME WATCH

Call us for all of your painting or staining needs!

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

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

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

PRINTING

TREE SERVICE

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

PROPANE

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

affordabletreesrvc.com 10% Senior Or Military Discounts Business........................................................ 970-586-4046 Cell.............................................................. 970-568-6685

WINDOW CLEANING

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT ESTES PARK ELK VIEW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AND CLEANING SERVICE • Long Term Properties • Vacation Rentals • Construction Clean • Residential • Cabins • Carpet Cleaning Call 970-646-8234 or 970-685-7740 Mark Matson and Elvira Matson markmtns@gmail.com

WINDOW COVERINGS

Alpenglow Custom Blinds and Shades

elviramatson4321@gmail.com

Local Sales, Installation, Service, and Repair www.EstesParkBlinds.com - 970-235-1133

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Local Knowledge Local Experts 604 Aspen Avenue

2410 Wild Bear Way

Listed by Christian Collinet

NE W

Listed by Julia Daley

$450,000

11947 Peak to Peak Drive

NE W

$595,000

1516 Fish Hatchery #24

Listed by Breeyan Edwards

Listed by Tom Thomas

UN DE RC ON TR AC T

VA CA TIO N

$529,000

1720 Moss Rock Drive

Listed by Brad Barnett

SO LD

$1,120,000

RE NT AL

$449,000

2414 Wild Bear Way

Listed by Julia Daley

UN DE RC ON TR AC T

$345,000

1448 Spruce Mountain Drive Listed by Lori Smith

NE W

$549,000

The Daily Donut

Listed by Christian Collinet

BU SIN ES SO PP OR TU NI TY

$195,000

600 Ponderosa Avenue Listed by Christian Collinet

SO LD

Call us to use our FREE Moving Truck.

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