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January 15, 2016

A recent morning near the Beaver Meadows entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park, local photographer Alan Shadduck caught this amazing photo of this mule deer buck. The first morning rays of sun were just lighting the peaks in the distance and beginning to reach the buck and Alan was lucky to get them all lined up perfectly.

Photo by Alan Shadduck www.ShadduckPhotography.com

The first baby born in Estes Park for 2016 arrived on January 7 at 6:10 a.m. Little Naomi’s parents are Jason and Leanne Gaedtke. At birth, Naomi weighed 6 pounds, 8 ounces. She is welcomed home by her big brother Oliver who is 2 1/2.

Congratulations to the family!

First Baby of 2016

Winter Festival This Weekend See Pages 16 & 20

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Serving On The Town Board Could Be The Most Rewarding Experience Of Your Life By: Mayor Bill Pinkham

On April 5, Estes Park will vote for a new mayor and three Town Trustees. I hope you will be one of the candidates.

Our community is blessed with an abundance of experienced, talented, active people -- and I encourage you to get engaged and become one of the candidates for Town Board.

As the New Year unfolds for me, it marks the countdown for the conclusion of an amazing 12 years I've had serving the citizens of Estes Park as Town Trustee and Mayor. It's been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life and business career, and I thought some insights on my experience might provide an incentive for you to run for office.

The Town Board performs three primary functions: representation, legislation and oversight. Thus the Town Board is responsible for policies and procedures, but not operations. The Town Administrator takes direction from the Board, and is responsible for Town staff and the day to day operations of the town.

The first qualification to run for Town Board is a passion for the health and future of our community. No prior experience is required. In my case, Sue and I "retired" to Estes in 2000 to hike, ski, relax and enjoy this amazing place. I had no intentions of being involved in Town government.

My former management experience with Weyerhaeuser included strategic planning, marketing and advertising.

My engagement with community organizations has provided me an opportunity to use my business experience through what I consider to be a series of "fortunate accidents." The first was a conversation at an Art Center exhibit, which led to my working with them to promote a national juried show, which led to my becoming president of the Art Center Board the following summer. In that capacity, I worked with the Town Board for approval of the installation of the Enos Mills statue in Bond Park. In 2004, a neighbor believed my

business experience would benefit the town, and campaigned for me to run for Town Trustee. I served on a variety of boards over the years, and was honored to be asked and then elected -with no prior experience in government. An orientation program and strategic planning retreat helped to bring me up to speed, and the mayor, board and staff were welcoming and supportive. My passion for serving the town grew, and Mayor Baudek appointed me as Mayor Pro Tem in 2006.

In 2006 I facilitated the 2017 Team development of the Economic Sustain-

ability Vision and Recommendations adopted by the Town Board. I enjoyed what I was doing, and saw opportunities to improve the Town's business processes and strategic planning while addressing concerns of our residents and business community. I ran for, and was elected mayor in 2008, and have been fortunate to serve the town in that capacity since then.

During my time on the Town Board, the members have included men and women with backgrounds in small business, corporate management, finance, real estate, federal government, military, law and more. Some were retired, and others active in local business.

There is no cookie cutter description of the requirements to serve on the Town Board. We need inspired, thoughtful people running for office.

If you care about the future of Estes Park and have opinions on town issues and opportunities, I encourage you to run for the Town Board. As a member of the Town's governing body, you will have the opportunity to make important contributions toward shaping the future of our community. For this reason, becoming a municipal elected official can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. Candidate petitions are due January 25. Learn more at www.estes.org/elections or call The Town Clerk's office at 970-577-4777.

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Four Town Board Seats Up For Election; Nomination Petitions Due January 25 The Town of Estes Park will hold the next regular Municipal Election on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 as a mail ballotonly election for four seats on the Board of Trustees, including that of Mayor. Voters will determine who will occupy seats currently held by Mayor Bill Pinkham and Trustees John Ericson, Ron Norris and John Phipps.

Mayor Pinkham and Trustee John Ericson are term-limited, Trustee John Phipps will not seek reelection, and Trustee Norris is eligible to run for an additional four-year term.

Prospective candidates can learn more about the election and receive a candidate packet and nomination petition by visiting the Town Clerk’s office, Room 130 of Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Ave. Registered electors 18 years of age or older may be a candidate and hold office if they have resided inside Town limits for at least 12 consecutive months immediately preceding April 5, 2016. The nomination petition must be signed by at least 10 registered electors who reside inside Town limits and filed with the Town Clerk by Jan. 25, 2016 at 5 p.m.

Additional important dates: Feb. 1: Last day to file a Write-In Candidate Affidavit.

Feb. 2: Last day for a candidate to withdraw from the election.

Feb. 19: Ballots mailed to voters registered as an active military or overseas voter.

March 14 – March 18: – Ballots mailed to all registered voters.

March 14: Last day for eligible electors to establish residency in the State of Colorado. Register to vote at www.govotecolorado.com, County Clerk office or Town Clerk office up to the day of the election.

April 1: Last day to request an absentee mail ballot to be mailed.

April 5: Election Day – Town Hall polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Ballots must be received by 7 p.m. in order to be counted.

April 26: Swearing-in of newly elected Town Trustees and Mayor at the Town Board Meeting.

For more election information, please visit www.estes.org/elections, or contact the Town Clerk’s office at 970-577-4777 or by email at townclerk@estes.org. To receive Town news in your email inbox, please visit www.estes.org/subscribe.

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Town Of Estes Park Joins The Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System The Town of Estes Park now participates in the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System, a BidNet regional eprocurement solution providing vendors throughout Colorado easy online access to its product and service solicitations. "This service will help the Town reach a large network of qualified vendors, ensure efficient use of public funds to purchase products and services, and maintain proper procurement and documentation processes for grant requirements," states Steve McFarland, Finance Officer for the Town of Estes Park.

The Town of Estes Park invites all vendors to register atwww.RockyMountainBidSystem.com in order to monitor solicitations from the Town and 151 additional participating agencies throughout Colorado.

The Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System connects local governments with vendors seeking to conduct business with public agencies. By posting upcoming bids, requests for proposals and quotes on the Rocky Mountain EPurchasing System, the Town of Estes

Park ensures an entire community of vendorscan view solicitations and download documents. Registered vendors may register free of charge or upgrade their subscriptions to receive notifications of bid alerts, term contract expiration and addendum.

The Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System is a part of BidNet's regional purchasing groups available to local government agencies.With years of input from Procurement Professionals, BidNet specifically developed the bid system to fill the need for a robust bid and supplier management solution for local government agencies. "This system is especially useful for small entities such as the Town of Estes Park," added McFarland.

BidNet runs regional purchasing groups throughout the country used by nearly 1,100 local government agencies.

To learn more about the features and modules available at no charge to government agencies through a regional purchasing group, please visit www.SourceSuite.com. Additional bid opportunities for the Town of Estes Park will be posted at www.estes.org/rfp.

Larimer County Holiday Closure Notice Larimer County Offices and Courts will be closed Monday, January 18, 2016 in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday holiday. The Larimer

County Landfill will be open.

Critical Services of Larimer County will not be disrupted by this closure.

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Robert Hinkle To Serve As Fairgrounds And Events Director Robert Hinkle began service as Estes Park’s new Fairgrounds and Events Director on January 12. Town Administrator Frank Lancaster commented, “We’re pleased to have Rob join the Town’s Leadership Team and we look forward to introducing him to the community in the months to come.” Hinkle is responsible for overseeing the Community Services Department, including Fairgrounds, Events and Visitor Services. Formerly part of the Community Services Department, the Museum and Senior Center now comprise the new Cultural Services Department.

"I'm excited about the possibilities of developing and cultivating more events with my Robert Hinkle team,” commented Hinkle, who recently moved to Estes the team that opened the Animal Park from Cave Creek, AZ. “I consider Kingdom theme park at Disney World myself very fortunate to be living in one during his employment from 1995 of the most beautiful cities in the U.S. through 1999, serving on the Instituand look forward to becoming part of tional Animal Care and Use Committhe Estes Park community." tee for Walt Disney Animal World Hinkle has a passion for the equestrian Programs. Hinkle also served as world and holds a Bachelor of Science CEO/President of the Thoroughbred in Business Administration and Equine Retirement Foundation, a nonprofit Administration from the University of that is devoted to the rescue, retireLouisville in Louisville, KY and a Bach- ment, rehabilitation and retraining of elor of Science in Business and AcThoroughbred racehorses no longer counting from Miami University in Ox- competing. His most recent position ford, OH. During his time at Miami was as a sole proprietor assisting busiUniversity he served as a member of the nesses, organizations and government Miami University Equestrian Team. agencies with event planning, organizHinkle worked at the Kentucky Horse ing and improvement of events.

Park in Lexington, KY as a Senior SpeFor more information please call the cial Events Coordinator from 1991 Public Information Office at 970-577through 1995 and then as Director of 3701.

Operations from 1999 through 2006.

Following that, he served as the Chief Operations Officer for the World Games 2010 Foundation, which produced and managed the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games at the Kentucky Horse Park. He was part of

The Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) Chief Officers and Safety Officers generally respond in their personal vehicles (POV). Fire fighters generally respond to medical calls in their personal vehicles; as this allows for faster response by officers and medical personnel to assess the emergency and provide medical care.

January 3 At 6:52 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to a brush fire.

January 7 At 5:65 a.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to an area near Red Tail Hawk Dr. for an odor investigation.

At 10:31 a.m. the EVFPD was paged

to the intersection of Macgregor and Wonderview for an MVA. January 8 At 10:03 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 161 Stanley Circle Dr. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

January 9 At 2:03 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 263 Virginia Dr. for an odor investigation.

At 3:16 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 2051 Upper High Dr. for an odor investigation.

At 9:26 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 333 E. Wonderview Ave. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

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Explore Rocky Mountain National Park During The Winter Expect Busy Weekends For many visitors, winter is their favorite time to enjoy Rocky Mountain National Park.The park is less visited but still very much open and alive with activity. Weekends are much busier than weekdays. Beautiful backcountry areas can be reached on snowshoes, skis, and at lower elevations - even with hiking boots! Elk, coyotes, deer, snowshoe hares, and other wildlife remain active through the winter. Their story is told by the tracks left in the snow. For those visitors who are prepared, winter is an enchanting time to explore the park.

Snowshoeing and skiing are fun ways to experience the backcountry of Rocky Mountain National Park. This winter, join a park ranger on a wintry excursion! Rocky Mountain National Park offers ranger-led snowshoe ecology walks for beginner-level snowshoers on the east side, and for beginner and intermediate-level snowshoers and cross-country skiers on the west side of the park.

Reservations are required and there is no additional fee beyond the regular park entrance fee.

Snowshoeing is easy to learn and opens up a new way to see the beauty of nature during its quietest season. For beginners, the Snowshoe Ecology Walk is a two-hour exploration of the natural world of the subalpine forest. No previous snowshoe experience is required.

Vegan Pot Luck Whether you're already vegan or still working your way toward a plant-based diet, meeting like-minded people and sampling delicious, nutritious foods can help strengthen your commitment to personal wellness and environmental sustainability. Join us at our "Estes Park Vegan Meet Up" for an awesome vegan potluck! You don't have to be vegan to join us; just bring a vegan dish for all to share!

When: Sunday, January 24, 2016, 2-4 p.m.

Where: Estes Valley Library, Hondius Room Contact: Chazz Glaze, aveganwithaltitude@gmail.com In an effort to support the mission of the Community Recycling Committee, please bring your own plates, flatware, and glasses. We are committed to making this a zero-waste event. There is a sink in which to wash serving ware after.

Reusable cloth napkins and tablecloths will be provided.

We hope you will join us for a fun time and healthy eating while learning new recipes!

To RSVP or request more information, please e-mail Chazz Glaze at aveganwithaltitude@gmail.com.

On the east side, this walk is held on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 12:30 p.m. through March 19. The Beginner Snowshoe tour on the west side is held on Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. through March 5.

For more experienced snowshoers, a two-hour Intermediate Snowshoe tour is offered on the west side of the park on Sundays at 1:00 p.m. through March 6.

Previous snowshoeing experience is recommended because of the elevation gain, mileage, pace and terrain covered in this program.

A Ranger-led cross-country ski tour, Ski the Wilderness in Winter, is offered on the west side of the park on Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. through January 30. Participants ski a snow-draped landscape and learn about the Kawuneeche Valley.

All snowshoe walks and ski tours require reservations. Reservations can be made in advance, seven days or less prior to the desired program. Participants must furnish their own equipment, including poles with baskets, and be at least eight years old. To make reservations for east side snowshoe walks, call (970) 586-1223.

To make reservations for west side snowshoe walks and ski tours, call the Kawuneeche Visitor Center at (970) 6273471. Please call between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily.

Camping takes place in the winter too!

Moraine Park Campground is open all

winter; the fee is $18 per site per night.

Water and dump stations are not available in winter. Self-registration permits for backcountry camping in winter zones are available. There is no charge in the winter for backcountry camping.

Sledding activities can be enjoyed in Rocky Mountain National Park at the Hidden Valley area. Hidden Valley slopes have been contoured to enhance the safety of sledding and other snowplay activities. The gentle sledding hill is especially enjoyed by younger park visitors.

Facilities at Hidden Valley include a warming hut, which is open weekends, and heated flush restrooms which are open daily. This area is also a good base location for those interested in backcountry skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing in the undeveloped areas in and around Hidden Valley.

Backcountry users should be aware of avalanche conditions; always check the Colorado Avalanche Information Center website at http://avalanche.state.co.us before an adventure.

Full Moon Walks are offered on the east side of the park on January 23, February

22 and March 23. Times and locations will vary each month. Reservations are necessary and may be made seven days in advance by calling (970) 586-1223.

When recreating in the park in the winter always be prepared for the possibility of snow, freezing temperatures, short winter daylight hours, cold winds and changing winter weather. Navigating in winter conditions can present difficult challenges. Many park trails are not marked for winter use. Signs and the summer trails can be buried beneath snow and difficult to follow. Following other people’s tracks could get you lost, so having a topographic map and compass or a Global Positioning System (GPS) is strongly recommended. Parking lots at Bear Lake, Glacier Gorge and Hidden Valley fill early on weekends. Planning ahead is critical!

Whenever visiting Rocky MounKris Hazelton tain National Park to snowshoe, ski or hike, stop by a park visitor center or call the park’s Information Office at (970) 586-1206 for current road and snow conditions. Come enjoy Rocky Mountain National Park in the winter!

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The staff at Nicky’s of Estes Park.

Nick Kane, owner and operator of Nicky's Steakhouse and Lounge would like to pay tribute to past and present employees who have made Nickys of Estes Park, a cut above. For the last 49 years, and through two floods, their loyalty, hard work and understanding have made it possible for the restau-

rant to contribute to the community and its visitors.

The contribution of their time and efforts made all of these benefits possible: the Elizabeth Knudsen Hospita and Muscular Dystrophy fundraisers, the Childrens Hospital of Denver, the Celebrity Golf Tournament to benefit cancer research, to mention a few and then of course, the ever-popular Duck Race that is hosted by the Rotary Club.

Nicky's employees make the difference. THANK YOU! Nicky's employees are well trained, Health and TIPS certified and their longevity ranges from six months to twenty two

years. They have made Nicky's what it is today. They are the people who took the ball and ran with it over the years and are still doing it now.

Guys and Gals, I might be a pain, but you are the best to work with. If it wasn't for your work, dedication, work ethics and loyalty, Nicky's wouldn't be what it is today. So...from the bottom of my heart and with sincere gratitude I would like to say thank you and I love you all!

EVICS Celebrates 10 Years!

This month EVICS (the Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success) celebrates 10 years of providing services to the Estes Valley area. The EVICS mission is to support and promote quality early childhood ser- vices, and provide parent education, so that all young children in the Estes Valley have the care, support, and opportunities necessary to grow, learn, and suc- ceed. From humble beginnings in 2006, the agency now boasts a full complement of services,

from child- care scholarships, to resource and referrals, provider training and support, and a very successful Parents as Teachers Program. The EVICS Office has become a busy hub of support for a wide diversity of families. Over the years, ECCLC has maintained a strong partnership with EVICS, and we appreciate everything EVICS does to serve Estes Park children and families. Please join us in celebrating 10 years of great work by EVICS!

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Estes Park Light And Power To Replace Existing Overhead Power Lines In Little Valley Area

Estes Park Light and Power will replace existing overhead power lines in the Little Valley area beginning in early 2016.

This work will take place over approximately nine to 12 months. The duration of time spent working at individual properties may be between one and 10 days, depending on the complexity of access. Planned work hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Electricity will generally remain in service during construction. However, scheduled outages may be required and advance notice will be provided. Employees will attempt to contact affected property owners with pertinent construction information.

Light and Power will attempt to keep all outages to a minimum.

These electric line replacements are required to increase electrical service reliability in the Little Valley area. The existing overhead power lines must be upgraded to meet the growing demand for electricity. This project will include installation of an insulated, high voltage line that will help maintain service during high winds and heavy snow storms.

The Town’s contractor, Adam’s Trees Service, will remove brush and tree limbs from the right-of-way before the project begins.

For more information on this project, please contact Estes Park Light and Power assistant Kayla Downey at 970577-3627. To receive Town news via email, please subscribe at www.estes.org/subscribe. More Town news is available at www.facebook.com/TownofEstesParkCO or www.twitter.com/TownofEstesPark.

League Of Women Voters To Host RMNP At Next Meeting The League of Women Voters will feature Rocky Mountain National Park at its next meeting on Wednesday, January 27, 2016, at 10 a.m. in the Hondius Room of the Estes Valley Library.

Topics will include impact of climate

change on flora and fauna in the park and congestion concerns, among others.

More information will be forthcoming next week but please save the date!

The public is always welcome at League meetings.

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By: Kerrie Hill

Every two seconds someone in the United States needs blood. If you think about, it, that’s a lot of blood. However, only 5% of the eligible United States population donates blood in any given year. Healthy donors are the only source of blood for the supplies that are needed to save lives. Currently there is no substitute.

Why is blood such an important part of every day life? Blood is the liquid that circulates throughout the entire body carrying nutrients to every cell and at the same time carrying away waste products. Blood plays a central role in the body’s defenses. Through a network of miles and miles of vessels, blood is pumped by the heart to every part of the body. The average adult body contains about 10 pints of blood. There are four main components of blood: red blood cells, white blood cells, plasma and platelets. In addition, blood is vitally important because it contains various nutrients and minerals.

Blood is produced in the bone marrow, a jellylike substance inside the bones. In adults, the spine, ribs, and pelvis are the primary bones that make blood. As the blood cells develop from the stem cells in the marrow, they seep into the blood that passes through the bones and on into the bloodstream.

Many generous Americans nationwide have been donating blood for many years. However, the generosity surged after the terrorist attacks of September 11th to ensure a sustained and secure blood supply for all Americans. Blood donation sites throughout the United States are ensuring that the safest possible blood is readily available whenever and wherever needed, the military, for blood centers across the United States and for all 5,000 of America’s hospitals.

We all expect blood to be there for us, but barely a fraction of those who can give do volunteer. Sooner or later, virtu-

ally all of us face a time of when blood is needed. Too often that time is often unexpected. Estes Park Medical Center is pleased to partner with the Garth Englund Blood Center in facilitating the gift of blood donation on January 25, 2016, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Estes Park Medical Center – lower level conference rooms.

The general guidelines for donating blood are as follows: • Individuals must be healthy and be at least 17 years old • Weight must be at least 110 pounds • Individuals must not have donated blood in the last eight weeks (56 days) or a donation of double red cells in the last 16 weeks (111 days) • Healthy means that you feel well and can perform normal activities • If you have a chronic condition such as diabetes or high blood pressure, "healthy" also means that you are being treated and the condition is under control.

Other aspects of each potential donor's health history are discussed as part of the donation process before any blood is collected. Each donor receives a brief examination during which temperature, pulse, blood pressure and blood count (hemoglobin or hematocrit) are measured.

Why give blood?

• You will ensure that blood is there when you or someone close to you may need it. Most people don’t think they’ll ever need blood, but many do.

• Blood is something money can’t buy.

It is something one person can give to another.

• You may become a hero in someone’s life – a newborn child, a mother or father, brother or sister. You can give someone another chance at life. In fact, you may help save up to three lives with just one donation • It’s the right thing to do!

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epnews.com Last week I shared some quotes and words from Pilgrim at Tinker Creek, a book I recently finished reading aloud with a friend. The book itself has been on my shelf for several decades, stamped in red with the word “discarded” from the Normal Williams Public Library in Woodstock, Vermont. On the title page are two embossed stamps from former owners: Harriet Dufresne Hudson from Lynchburg, Virginia and a round stamp with David P. Van Dorf ’s name in relief.

Indeed, my own imprints appear throughout the pages of the book: underlining and hand-drawn emoticons from the pre-E ‘80s.

Dillard’s vocabulary is impressive. As we read, we stopped to look up any word we didn’t know. How can one woman retain so many uncommon words? I will only share a few of those words here, along with my favorite passages from Tinker Creek: • Take just the top inch of soil, the world squirming right under my palms. In the top inch of forest soil, biologists found “an average of 1,356 living creatures present in each square foot, including 865 mites, 265 springtails, 22 millipedes, 19 adult beetles and various number of 12 other forms…

Had an estimate also been made of the microscopic population it might have ranged up to two billion bacteria and many millions of fungi, protozoa and algae—in a mere teaspoon of soil. [We thought RMNP was overrun with humans last summer, but that was just people we waited in line behind, bumped into on the trails, and created traffic jams with while ogling elk, never mind all the life under an inch of topsoil.]

• Pavane is a courtly dance from the 16th century [It sounds so romantic. I watched the Contrapasso Renaissance Dancers on You Tube to get an idea of what the pavane entails. The music was lively but the dancing was so slow I’m guessing the dancers fell asleep while on their feet. I don’t know for sure because I fell asleep watching them!]

• Susurrus is an onomatopoeia meaning a soft whispering, rustling sound. This is my new favorite word. [Remember when the Learning Place had its first community spelling bee in 2006? David Tavel, writer of the Estes Park News column On the Other Hand, was on the EP News team with me and Mr. Balderdash, and he knew how to spell onomatopoeia! I was dumbfounded. Who ever heard of a word with four—count ‘em, four—vowels in a row! David Tavel, that’s who. By the way, our team came in second that year. Then we retired before Mr. B.’s and my atroshus spelling was exposed.]

• A big elm in a single season might

make as many as six million leaves, wholly intricate, without budging an inch. I couldn’t make one.

A tree stands there, accumulating deadwood, mute and rigid as an obelisk, but secretly it seethes; it splits, sucks and stretches; it heaves up tons and hurls them out in a green fringed fling. No person taps this free power; the dynamo in the tulip tree pumps out ever more tulip tree, and it runs on rain and air. [How can we think we’re the superior being on this planet?]

• The trees especially seem to bespeak a generosity of spirit.

• Here’s a passage I’ve quoted before in this column which is one of my all-time favorite posers: Somewhere, and I can’t find where, I read about an Eskimo hunter who asked the local missionary priest, “If I did not know about God and sin, would I go to hell?” “No,” said the priest, “not if you did not know.” “Then why,” asked the Eskimo earnestly, “did you tell me?”

• A few sentences later, Dillard quotes Einstein: “Never lose a holy curiosity.” And a few pages after that, she quotes Martin Luther:”Ick kann nicht anders.” (I have no other choice.)

• Now here’s a factoid for you: The average size of all living animals, including man, is almost that of a housefly. [See the first bullet above for an explanation.]

• If you can’t see the forest for the trees, then look at the trees; when you’ve looked at enough trees, you’ve seen a forest, you’ve got it. [I have always believed that trees are enlightenment embodied. Oh, how I love the trees!]

And finally, for this week, one last thought about trees: Again, there are, as I have said, six million leaves on a big elm.

All right…but they are toothed, and the teeth themselves are toothed. How many notches and barbs is that to a world? In and out go the intricate leaf edges, and “don’t nobody know why.” All the theories botanists have devised to explain the functions of various leaf-shapes tumble under an avalanche of inconsistencies. They simply don’t know, can’t imagine. [About trees, yes, but here is what Dillard was getting at: Even on the perfectly ordinary and clearly visible level, creation carries on with an intricacy unfathomable and apparently uncalled for. Could it be we— trees and praying mantises and you and me—all of us—are here just because?]

We’ll explore more along Tinker Creek next week.

You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2016 Sarah Donohoe

Merry Marthas Meeting The Merry Marthas will meet on Friday, January 22, at 9:30 a.m. at the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies on Brodie Avenue. Merry Marthas is a group of women who sew, knit or crochet, and then donate their finished projects to local charities. New members are always welcome.

For more information, please call Jan Ludlum at 586-6544.

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Change To Wellness Center Plans Presented To Town Trustees

The Park Hospital District Board, EPMC Foundation Board and its Wellness Center Steering Committee were all represented at the Town Board of Trustees Meeting.

Some of those in attendance were (left to right) Ken TeSelle, Foundation Board President; Sheila Schwartz, Interim Foundation Executive Director; Duane Miller, Hospital District Board Treasurer; Diana Van Der Ploeg, Hospital District Board President; Chuck Levine, Hospital District Board Secretary; Mark Gregson, Interim EPMC CEO; and Wayne Park, Foundation Board Vice President and Chair of the Wellness Center Steering Committee.

Park Hospital District Board President Diana Van Der Ploeg presented a somewhat surprising Wellness Center update to the Town Trustees on Tuesday, Jan. 12. She stated that EPMC will be moving forward with plans to construct the Wellness Center on the originally designated location within Lot 4 of the Stanley Historic District. After a tremendous amount of work by members of the Hospital District Board, the EPMC Foundation Board and its Wellness Center Steering Committee, the Hospital Board reached a unanimous decision last week with full support from the Foundation.

Their decision was to decline the Stanley Hotel’s offer to incorporate the wellness program into the accommodations building and pursue plans for the original Wellness Center location.

When it became apparent that EPMC would not be able to meet the Town’s April 1, 2016, deadline for construction to begin on the Wellness Center, John Cullen, owner of the Stanley Hotel, offered to alter plans for the currently under-construction accommodations building to incorporate the Wellness Center. EPMC assessed the opportunity and determined that more space than what was currently available in the first level of that building would be necessary to meet wellness programming needs.

Due to a number of factors including the site’s location of sewer infrastructure, storm water drainage, and the building’s proximity to the road, what developed as the only feasible option to increase the space was to add a fourth floor. To do so, would require a variance to be granted to the Town’s 30-foot building-height limit.

“We are extremely grateful for John Cullen’s earnestness in looking at ways to save the concept and the offer to incorporate the wellness program into the accommodations building,” said Diana Van Der Ploeg. “However, the Board has decided that rather than push the fourth story and height-limit variance, we

would like to continue to fundraise for construction of a separate Wellness Center building at the original location.”

Over the last several months, even while project plans have been evolving, the EPMC Foundation Board and Wellness Center Steering Committee have been working hard to raise the necessary funds for the Wellness Center project. The Foundation has contracted with a certified fundraising executive who has extensive capital building campaign experience for guidance in the process, and they have had promising meetings with several prospective donors.

“We’ve received very positive feedback in the meetings we’ve had with potential donors and over time we will raise the necessary funds,” said Ken TeSelle, EPMC Foundation Board President, when asked about the progress made and outlook for achieving the fundraising goals.

The results that EPMC is achieving with their internal wellness program and the services being offered to the community are building a record of success and their credibility in the wellness field. Integral to their accomplishments have been partnerships with the Estes Valley Library, Estes Park School District, Estes Park Senior Center, YMCA of the Rockies, Rocky Mountain National Park, and the members of the Rural Estes Alliance for Community Health (REACH) – Estes Park Medical Group, Timberline Clinic, and Salud Family Health. In addition, an ongoing agreement with the University of Colorado Anschutz Health and Wellness Center allows EPMC to offer the scientifically-proven Wellness Assessment and STATE of SLIM weight-management program. Other partnerships to expand offerings will continue to be evaluated and pursued as the program is refined.

Additional information about EPMC wellness initiatives can be found online at epmedcenter.com/wellness.

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37th Annual Frost Giant 5K And 10K Run Next Weekend

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tion can be done at the EVRPD Admin Office located at 690 Big Thompson Ave. Registration fees are as follows: before 5 p.m. January 22, 2016: one race and one shirt $28.00; both races and one shirt $35.00. On race day: one race and one shirt $33.00; Both races and one shirt $40.00. Remember, we run whatever the weather!

For more information please contact Cheryl Sarnwick, 586-8191 ext. 3, or cheryl@evrpd.com.

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Join us for the 37th Annual Frost Giant 5K & 10K Run! The race will be held next Sunday, January 24, 2016. The 5K begins at 11 a.m.

The 10K takes off at 12 p.m. Run one race or both!

The races both starts at the Estes Park Municipal building. Male and female divisions are: 0-8, 9-11, 12-15, 16-25, 2632, 33-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & up.

There are awards for the overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female winners.

For age division awards, the 1st and 2nd place winners receive medals and 3rd-5th place receive ribbons.

Registration can be completed online at active.com and ends 11:59 p.m. Thursday, January 21, 2016. Drop-off registra-

Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting The next meeting of the Parkinson’s Disease Support Group will be held Tuesday, January 19. (Monthly meetings are always held on the third Tuesday of the month).

The meeting time is from 2-3:30 p.m. in the George Hix Room at the entrance of the US Bank Building.

All affected by this progressive neurological disease and their family/friends are welcome to attend to bring their own experiences, strength and hope and come together for the good of the group.

Questions, comments? Call Linda Hanak at 586-9633.

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“Legendary Locals” Program Series With Author Steve Mitchell Begins January 22

Beginning on Friday, January 22 at 2:00 p.m., local author Steve Mitchell will present once a month from January through May on "Legendary Locals of Estes Park." His book of the same title scheduled to be published in April, 2016, explores the history of the unique individuals and groups, both past and present that made a memorable impact on Estes Park. All of the Legendary Locals programs in the series are free and no reservations are required to attend.

“Summer Fun in Estes Park” is the theme of the program on January 22.

One person that used to contribute to the summer fun in downtown was Phil "Casey" Martin and his Silver Streak Train beginning in 1959. Martin was a one man show singing, telling stories, and entertaining the kids as they rode around his quarter mile track. When Casey sold the Silver Streak to the Colemans at Ride-A-Kart in 1972, it took on a new life at the corner of Big Thompson Avenue and Mall Road. Learn why Harvey and Marcella Coleman decided to come to Estes Park and why Estes Park Ride-A-Kart is a local institution today.

The Legendary Locals program series will take place at 2:00 p.m. on the following dates: January 22: “Summer Fun in Estes Park”- Phil “Casey” Martin & Harvey and Marcella Coleman February 19: “The Dannels Family and Estes Park” March 18: “Lennie Bemiss, Harriet Burgess and Estes Park History” April 22: “A Pair of Tims” - Tim Asbury & Tim Mayhew (in the Tebow Room at the Estes Park Phil “Casey” Martin in the Sliver Streak Train.

Senior Center) May 20: “LegCourtesy Estes Park Museum. endary Locals” book signing Steve Mitchell has lived and worked in The Estes Park Museum conducts acEstes Park for 36 years. After writing for tivities that preserve, share and respect a local publication Solar Utilization the unique history of Estes Park. For News for six years, Mitchell worked at more information, call the Estes Park the Estes Valley Library for more than 22 Museum at 970-586-6256 or visit the years as a reference librarian and auMuseum’s website at www.estes.org/mutomation technician. He self-published a seum. Admission is free. navy novel entitled “Steve McQueen Would Be Proud.” His upcoming book, “Legendary Locals of Estes Park” is a 128page and book features nearly 160 photographs, with many rarelyseen photos from archives and personal Don and Gary Coleman in the 1970s. collections.

Photo courtesy Gary Coleman.

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On Saturday, January 23 at 3:00 p.m.

Filmmaker Brian Brown and Museum Curator Alicia Rochambeau will present “Hidden Valley: Facts & Reminiscences.”

The hour-long program will explain the history and development of the ski area that was located in Rocky Mountain National Park. By 1933, old logging cuts had been developed in Hidden Valley and between 1935 and 1937, ski runs were constructed along with a warming shelter. Through maps, photos, and film footage, the audience will learn about how the ski area grew, and what it was like as a business from 1955 until it closed in 1991. The area went through many challenges trying to accommodate the growing number of visitors, providing a sufficient tow-lift, and dealing with strong winds that blew snow off of runs.

The emphasis of the program will be on what the ski area entailed rather than the controversy of it closing.

Brian Brown researched and directed the documentary “Ski Hidden Valley Estes Park” in 2013. The feature- length film explores the past, present and future of the Hidden Valley ski area. Alicia Rochambeau has served as the Curator of Education for the last six years and has experienced Hidden Valley as a growing number of other snow enthusiasts today, by backcountry skiing.

Doors open at 2:30 p.m. for the free program; seating is limited to 65 people.

A second program will be scheduled if

there is not enough seating for the remaining guests. Rochambeau will delve into the topic more at the next Meet Me @ The Museum program on February 1.

Details will appear in the newspaper closer to that date. The Estes Park Museum conducts activities that preserve, share and respect the unique history of Estes Park. For more information, call the Estes Park Museum at 970-586-6256 or visit the Museum’s website at www.estes.org/museum. Admission is free.

A map of the ski runs that made up the Ski Hidden Valley recreation area.

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Free Workshop-Your Board And Fundraising

Estes Park Archives Program This Saturday

All of these images are connected to Estes Park's earliest mayors, and will be explained in more detail at Saturday's Estes Park Archives program.

Photograph courtesy Estes Park Archives.

Now that the election season is upon us, it's an appropriate time to look back at some of Estes Park's earliest leaders, its first mayors, to see if we can learn anything from who governed us in the past.

One traveled the world and was the friend of presidents, one was anti-Semitic, and built up a huge local monopoly that crumbled a month before the stock market collapse, one ardently pursued butterflies, one was a closet inventor, with a number of unusual design patents, including an improvement on the men's truss. All of them were a part of Estes Park's wild and woolly start, when Estes Park lacked a police force

and uncaged livestock roamed the streets, and their accomplishments, as well as their foibles, are worth looking at in more detail.

Join the Estes Park Archives this Saturday, January 16, at 1:00 p.m. in the back room of the Other Side Restaurant at 900 Moraine Avenue for a free 45minute presentation on Estes Park's first mayors, with a photo introduction and short biographical sketches of Dr. Roy Wiest, Alfred Cobb, Fred Payne Clatworthy, A.D. Lewis, and Sam Service.

Appetizers and soft drinks will be provided at no cost, and the general public is cordially invited. No reservations are required. For more information, call 970-215-2111.

The Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center presents the free workshop Your Board and Fundraising – a facilitated webinar on Wednesday, January 20 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. in the Hondius Room at the Estes Valley Library. Board members and staff are invited to attend this informational program. We will leave plenty of time for discussion on this sometimes challenging topic!

Learn how to actively engage your board in fundraising. The purpose of this workshop is to think systematically through the process of getting your board involved with fundraising. This

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process involves some key elements: • Understanding the role of your board • How to overcome board member concerns regarding fundraising • Ways the board can participate in the fundraising process • Tips for strengthening your fundraising board Thanks to a grant from the Estes Park Rotary Foundation, this class is being offered at no charge for area organizations.

To register please visit www.estesvalleylibrary.org and select the “Calendar” tab. Then proceed to the January 20th date, select the event then click “register now.” Or email Jill Lancaster at director@epnonprofit.org or call 970-480-7805.

Community Pancake Breakfast Saturday, January 30

Come to the community Pancake Breakfast sponsored by the Estes Park Masonic Lodge, 1820 South St. Vrain Avenue, Saturday, January 30th from 8:30-11:00 a.m.

Price: $5.00 for adults / $2.50 for kids (12 yrs. old & under) - all you can eat.

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Help Needed Finding A Vehicle To The Editor: Hello and Happy New Year! Wishing you a great start to the new year and all the best and wellness to you and yours in the coming months.

My name is Bobby Nowell and I am looking for information on any newer model dark metallic gray SUV or van with a six-foot wheel base that has a broken right rear tail light and part of the fender missing (body damage). It backed into my parked truck at around 4:30 a.m. on New Years morning and drove off. I was parked in front of my condo on St.Vrain Lane.

The police were notified and are also searching for this vehicle. They think it is a GM because of the numbers found on the parts that were scattered on the ground around my truck—but I'm not so sure it's a GM car or van. I just know it has a high rear end and is metallic gray color. It could be a brand other than GM. If you have any information about this please contact me at 970-5814047 or the Estes Park Police Dept at 970-586-4000.

Thank you.

Bobby Nowell

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Frank And Alma Hix Donate Land To MacGregor Ranch

This week Frank and Alma Hix visited Bill Van Horn, Chairman of the MacGregor Ranch Board of Trustees at MacGregor Ranch and presented him with a very generous donation of almost 40 acres of property.

The property which is located on the south side of the ranch has been in the Hix family for over 100 years and they wanted to donate this to the ranch for them to use as they see fit.

Frank and Alma always have the best interests of preserving history in mind and over the years, this couple has made substantial contributions to preserving, sharing and enriching the Estes Valley.

With roots to the 1870s, MacGregor Ranch remains a showplace of early life among settlers and homesteaders in the early Colorado Territory. Founded in 1873 by Alexander and Clara MacGre-

gor, and left in trust by their granddaughter Muriel MacGregor, the Ranch today serves as a working cattle ranch and a youth education center in the beautiful Black Canyon Creek area of Estes Park.

The ranch is the last remaining work-

ing cattle ranch in Estes Park and one of the few sites operating as both a working Ranch and youth education center in the northern Colorado area. It is unique in that its historic collection and structures are original to the 1873 homestead family, and the collection is completely intact.

Bill Van Horn said, “This is a very big contribution to the ranch and we will be good custodians of their land. We thank Frank and Alma for their generosity and forethought to donate this property to MacGregor. This parcel of land will be very important to the ranch in the future and we thank them for their charitable donation.”

Alma and Frank Hix present the deed to Bill Van Horn, Chairman of the MacGregor Ranch Board of Trustees, Program Administrator Katherine Ellerman and Ranch Foreman, Brett Rasmussen.

Photo by EP News/ Kris Hazelton Video on Estes Park News Facebook page

Alex Duell Joins Staff At Shear Magic Alex Duell is the newest addition to the talented staff at Shear Magic. Shear Magic Day Spa is located at Lakeview Plaza, 1751 North Lake Avenue, Suite 102, Estes Park.

Alex finished her training at Colorado Northwest Community College cosmetology school and received her license last fall. Alex has always had a strong artistic and creative sense of style that she brings to her work at Shear Magic.

Alex grew up in Estes Park and was very involved in many clubs and sports programs. However, her passion has always been expressing her creative side.

As a child she always loved doing hair and nails. She decided to pursue cosmetology because she wants to help people feel good about themselves.

Alex has an eye for creativity and helping customers chose a style that fits their lifestyle and personality. She is very sensitive to customer satisfaction and is diligent about listening to her customers’ requests and needs. Alex loves to make people beautiful!

In the future, Alex hopes to build and grow her hair and nail business in the Estes Valley. She would like to expand her services by providing gorgeous updos, make up and nail services to wedding parties and prom attendants.

If you need some personal pampering, give Alex a call at 970-586-7299. Mention this article and get $5 off your first haircut!

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YMCA Of The Rockies To Host Family Mountaineering & Backcountry Weekend

Featured guests Tommy and Rebecca Caldwell to share family adventure stories MCA of the Rockies will hold its first-ever family winter mountaineering weekend Feb. 26-28, designed to give families the skills they need to enjoy Colorado’s mountains yearround. The weekend will include a variety of hands-on activities and courses, including backcountry skiing, winter survival skills, tips for hiking with children, as well as the option to demo some of the best mountaineering equipment on the market. In addition, world-famous rock climber Tommy Caldwell, his wife Rebecca, and their family will keynote the event with a dynamic discussion about mountaineering with children and families.

All activities at the Winter Mountaineering Weekend are free to YMCA of the Rockies guests. One of Colorado’s largest outdoor gear stores, Estes Park Mountain Shop, is the primary sponsor for the weekend, and additional sponsors include Strider Bikes, LOWA, among many others.

“You don’t have to be an extreme athlete to get out into Colorado’s rugged backcountry,” said Sarah Shelton, brand manager for the YMCA of the Rockies at Estes Park Center. “Our goal is to give every family the confidence and know-how to experience all Colorado has to offer in the winter season. From families with young children to those with teens and grandparents, everyone can experience a wide variety of activities suited to their interests and goals.”

The weekend will include more than a dozen courses and workshops for families of all ages and skill levels.

These range from avalanche safety and beacon training, to snow painting and igloo making. Participants can decide which workshops to at-

tend based on their interests, and skilled experts will guide them. A full list of workshops and activities is available here: http://ymcarockies.org/winter-family-mountaineering-and-backcountry-weekend/ After each day’s adventures the YMCA of the Rockies will host an evening reception, culminating in the keynote discussion led by the Caldwells.

"Built within us is the need to explore, and getting outside is the best venue to test our limits and see what's possible,” said Becca Caldwell. “We believe one of the greatest gifts we can give children is the opportunity to learn in and love the outdoors. When we found out we were having a child we couldn't wait to share adventures with him. We think the short term challenges of getting outside with your kids (because it can definitely be a challenge) are far outweighed by the beautiful, energizing moments, and a contentment that is rarely found indoors."

Guests can register for the Winter Mountaineering Weekend by visiting www.ymcarockies.org and indicating “Mountaineering” in the comments box. YMCA’s Super Value rates are valid for lodge rooms, private cabins and family reunion cabins. Families can participate in the weekend for as low as $79 per night for a lodge room or $99 per night for a two-bedroom cabin.

“We want to bring to light all the different ways families can get outdoors during the winter, and give them the knowledge to go forth and experience Colorado in all its glory,” summed up Shelton.

About the YMCA of the Rockies: YMCA of the Rockies puts Christian Principles into practice through programs, staff and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit, mind and body for all. To learn more about the YMCA of the Rockies and Snow Mountain Ranch, visit www.ymcarockies.org and www.snowmountainranch.org.

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Writing Memoirs Six-week course offered at Senior Cen- outside of class.” ter It is suggested that participants in this The Town of Estes Park’s Senior Servclass have regular access to email and be ices Division and the Park School Disable to attach and download documents trict’s Estes Park Outas there will be communireach program are cation outside of class working with profesthrough the computer. sional educator, Pat Pat Nelson holds a BA in Nelson, to offer a sixEnglish from the Univerweek class called sity of Illinois and an MA Writing Memoirs. in English and Writing The class will be held from the University of Illiat the Estes Park Sennois at Chicago. Pat is a ior Center, 220 creative professional inFourth Street on structor with extensive Wednesdays, Februwriting & technology exary 17 through March perience. She has over 12 23 from 1:00 to 2:30 years university experience p.m. The cost is $54 Pat Nelson teaching first-year compofor current Estes Park Course Instructor sition including experience Senior Citizens Cenwith traditional compositer, Inc. members or $68 for non- mem- tion, research writing, & advanced combers. A minimum of seven participants is position as well as development of prorequired. Register at the Senior Center by grams enhancing diversity in college Wednesday, February 10 with cash or curriculum. Pat also has experience in check payable to the Town of Estes Park. middle and high-school English and lanAccording to Pat Nelson, “This class guage arts. will provide a framework for pre-writing For more information, please contact strategies to get you started on your own the Estes Park Senior Center at (970) memoir. Participants will use time inside 586-2996 or visit the Center at 220 and outside of class to write memoir Fourth Street, Monday through Friday drafts and will review and critique drafts between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Please with peers and the instructor. Particivisit the Senior Services website at pants will also learn to revise and enrich www.estes.org/seniorcenter. To receive their writing and leave the class with ref- Senior Services news in your e-mail inerences for how to continue your memoir box, please e-mail lmitchell@estes.org.

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Self-Care Massage For Healthy Living, Beauty And Longevity Introductory program and class series acupressure point massage and meridian offered massage techniques.

The Town of Estes Park’s Senior ServKristina, the instructor for the program ices Division is offering a new class seand series, is a certified Tai Chi, Qi Gong ries and as well as an introductory proand meditation instructor and healer. gram about the new series. On Friday, She has been teaching individuals and January 29, a free program will be pregroups since 2001 and continues to adsented on Self-Care Massage for Healthy vance her studies in the Daoist self-healLiving, Beauty and Longevity. This proing arts. Kristina states, “Being proacgram will give participants an overview tive, achieving quality longevity, joy and of what will be offered in an upcoming prosperity are aspects of life that Daoism four-week series on Selfteaches and strives to Care Massage. The Januachieve.” ary 29 introductory proKristina further degram will be held from scribes the program 9:00 to 10:30 am at the and the class series, Estes Park Senior Center, “For thousands of 220 Fourth Street. The years, self-massage has program is free however been used advanced sign-up is reas a means to stay quired by calling or stophealthy and beautiful. ping by the Senior CenSelf-care massage is ter. The informational easy and relaxing; masprogram is open to sage away muscular everyone and there is no tension from your face obligation to attend the Kristina- Self-Care Massage and body to promote series class.

Instructor, certified Tai Chi, increased blood circuSubsequently, a fourlation and healing from QiGong, Meditation Instructor week series on Self-Care the inside out. Benefits Massage will be held at may also include inthe Senior Center on Fridays, February creased joint flexibility, relief from 12 through March 4 from 9:00 to 10:30 arthritis, bursitis, back problems, insoma.m. The cost for the series is $37 for nia so much more.” current members of Estes Park Senior For more information, please contact Citizens Center, Inc. or $47 for nonthe Estes Park Senior Center at (970) members. There is a minimum of six 586-2996 or visit the Center at 220 participants required for the series. Reg- Fourth Street, Monday through Friday ister by Friday, February 5 with cash or between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Please check payable to the Town of Estes Park. visit the Senior Services website at In this class you will enjoy simple, yet www.estes.org/seniorcenter. healing, chair movements, stretches and

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Shakespeare’s Sonnets

Three Secrets To Job Search Success At The Estes Valley Library

If you are someone who prefers using a map rather than wandering around looking for your destination, this workshop is for you. Larimer County Workforce Center, in partnership with the Estes Valley Library, presents “3 Secrets to Job Search Success” on Monday, January 25 at 10:00 a.m.

Following this workshop, you will know what steps you need to take to Dr. Robert J. Burkhardt, Jr. Course instructor

Five-week course offered at Senior Center “Shakespeare’s 154 sonnets have challenged and tantalized readers for over 400 years. Additionally, his imaginative language and compressed structure pay close examination into our human condition,” said Dr. Robert J. Burkhardt, Jr., course instructor for a new adult education opportunity offered at the Estes Park Senior Center, 220 Fourth Street.

No prior experience with Shakespeare is necessary; whether you are new to The Bard or a seasoned Shakespearean, this course is for you. During the five-week course, students will read, discuss, analyze and understand Shakespeare’s Sonnets as well as examine and discuss the historical, social, and political times in which Shakespeare wrote.

Shakespeare’s Sonnets will be held Thursdays, February 25 through March 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Estes Park Senior Center, 220 Fourth Street. The cost for the five-week series is $48 for current members of Estes Park Senior Citizens Center, Inc. (EPSCC, Inc.) or $60 for non-members. There is a minimum of six participants required.

Register at the Senior Center by Thursday, February 18.

Robert Burkhardt has studied Shakespeare since 1957 as well as teaching Shakespeare course for over 20 years at Eagle Rock School. He holds a BA in English from Princeton University, an MA in Education from Teacher’s College, Columbia, New York and a PhD in Education, Union Graduate School.

Throughout his career, Robert taught in a variety of capacities. He was an English teacher in the Peace Corps in Iran, taught high school English and Social Studies and worked in an experimental school in California. He also worked for the California Conservation Corps in a wide variety of roles ranging from instructor to Executive Director. From 1991 to 2012, Robert was Head of School for Eagle Rock School and Professional Development Center here in Estes Park.

For more information, please contact the Estes Park Senior Center at (970) 586-2996 or visit the Center at 220 Fourth Street, Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Please visit the Senior Services website at www.estes.org/seniorcenter. To receive Senior Services news in your e-mail inbox, please e-mail lmitchell@estes.org

make your job search effective and which Workforce Center services can help you accomplish your career goals.

Attendees of this workshop may also schedule a 30-minute appointment to meet with a Workforce Center Employment Specialist to discuss their personal job search details.

Registration is requested for this workshop. To register for 3 Secrets to Job Search Success or for more information, please visit estesvalleylibrary.org or call to speak with a librarian at 970-5868116.

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Sunday Morning Schedule 9:45 am Worship 10:45 am Fellowship Time in Anderson Hall 11am Adult Sunday School

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DO IT ANYWAY! It was interesting to read about Robert Griffin III and his departure from the Washington Redskins locker room…and possibly the Redskins…for the final time. As he cleared out his locker he left a poster with the following ‘poem’ or message as a parting ‘gift’. It said: “People are often unreasonable, illogical and self-centered; Forgive them anyway. -- If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives; Be kind anyway. -- If you are successful, you will win some false friends and some true enemies; Succeed anyway. – If you are honest and frank, people may deceive you; Be honest and sincere anyway. – What you spend years creating others may destroy overnight; Create anyway. -- If you find serenity and happiness, some may be jealous; be happy anyway. -- The good you do today will often be forgotten; Do good anyway. -- Give the best you have, and it will never be enough; Give your best anyway. -- In the final analysis, it’s between you and God; It was never between you and them anyway.”

I was impressed! Since no one’s name was affixed to the bottom, I had to wonder if there was a side of this professional football player that I had missed. I soon learned that it was adapted from a composition found on a wall of Mother Teresa’s children’s home in Calcutta, India and attributed to the mind of this great servant of men. So, did Mother Teresa create this valuable list of principles?

As I dug deeper, I discovered that hers was adapted from a student leader manual written by a Harvard University student leader named Kent M. Keith, who compiled and wrote ‘Paradoxical Commandments of Leadership’ back in the late 1960s. He had a few other recommendations for future leaders. “The biggest men and women with the biggest ideas can be shot down by the smallest men and women with the smallest minds. Think big anyway. – People favor underdogs but follow only top dogs. Fight for a few underdogs anyway. – People really need help but may attack you if you do help them. Help people anyway.”

Other authors…Dempsey Byrnes, Howard Ferguson, E.T. Burney… shared similar lists and might have contributed. Ann Landers used a similar list in one of her columns. All of which just reminds us of the value of applying the principles that are advocated in this list. I would certainly recommend that we give heed to the ideas shared by these people, regardless of who first thought them up.

What I certainly would suggest to us is that all of these principles were concepts that Jesus and God promoted for our world whenever we live. They teach us to: Forgive…Be kind…Succeed…Be honest…Create…Be happy…Do good… Give your best…Think big…

Fight for the underdog…Help people. All of these things will be met with varied responses by people around us. Some will deeply appreciate, some will be jealous, some will disparage, some will persecute, many will forget. Regardless of how others react or respond, I recommend that each of us scan this list often and see if these are principles by which we live, because, as the author(s) suggests: “In the final analysis, it is between you and God anyway. So, ‘do it anyway’!” You and others will be blessed.

(Bob)

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Estes Park Cycling Coalition Elects Board Of Directors

Estes Park Cycling Coalition Board of Directors, left to right: Mike Lewelling (Director), Alicia Rochambeau (Chair) Todd Plummer (Treasurer) Erica Goad (Secretary), Thad Eggen (Vice-Chair). Courtesy photo

The Estes Park Cycling Coalition (EPCC) elected its first Board of Directors. The new leadership will guide the Coalition to work towards achieving its mission in the coming years. The Mission of EPCC is to create, enhance and preserve great bicycling in and around Estes Park, and create a bicycle-friendly community through cycling awareness, safety, advocacy and promotion of bicycling for fun, fitness and transportation.

EPCC started in 2014 as a grassroots effort by local bicycling enthusiasts who wanted to improve opportunities for all forms of bicycling in Estes Park. EPCC’s main goals and objectives are to focus on improving bicycling safety, developing trails, and improving and maintaining bicycling routes in and around

town. Estes Park is recognized as a bicycling destination for professional level road cyclists. There is potential to attract mountain bikers and more families looking for safe places to ride with their children. Board Chair Alicia Rochambeau explains “On behalf of the Board, we are very excited to improve cycling opportunities of all kinds in and around Estes Park. Bike riding has countless benefits for our health, the environment, the local economy, and community building.”

EPCC holds meetings once a month with the next meeting on January 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the Rock Cut Brewing Company. Anyone interested in attending is welcome to join and learn more about the Estes Park Cycling Coalition.

Happy 50th Anniversary!

Can you guess the identity of this mystery couple?

Hints:

They will celebrate their 50EPNth anniversary on January 16, 2016.

They no longer dress up as Jackie Kennedy and Buddy Holly!

Instead they now don the garb of hikers, bikers, grandparents, and best friends.oliv They feel fortunate to have lived and loved this long!

They will celebrate with their children and grandchildren as they create a fabulous Chinese meal together.

In March they will continue their celebration in Hawaii.

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ESTES PARK HAPPENINGS

For additional information call 800-443-7837 • 970-577-9900

Jan. 15-29, 2016 EVENTS Jan. 19 & 26: Free 5K Group Run. Starts at the Stanley Hotel. 6pm Jan. 15, 22 & 29: Pond Hockey ShootOut. Trout Haven Fishing Pond. 4-6pm Jan. 15-17: Winter Warm Up Art Tour.

Maps at the Cultural Arts Council.

Saturday open house. 12-5pm

Jan. 21: Mountain Town Trio.

Classic Rock. Waterfront Grille at the Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm Jan. 21: Open Bluegrass Jam. The Rock Inn. 7-10pm

Sat., Sun. & Wed.: Weaving Demonstrations. Weaver’s Attic, Old Church Shops. 1-3pm

Jan. 22 & 23: Ray Young. Jazz Piano. Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6-9pm Jan. 22: K.C. Groves. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 6pm

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK

Jan. 23: Skate Night Date Night.

Trout Haven Fishing Pond. 4-6pm

Visit the RMNP Visitor Centers to learn more about wildlife, the junior ranger program, recreational activities & more!

Jan. 23: Great Blue. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 5pm

Free RMNP & Ranger-Led Programs.

For more info. call 970-586-1206.

Jan. 16 & 17: Estes Park Winter Festival. Family activities, beer & wine tasting, music & more. Estes Park Events Complex. 12-5pm

Jan. 23: James Davis. Classical Guitar. Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-9pm

Jan. 16, 17, 23 & 24: Wild in Winter.

Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. 10am

Jan. 23: Mountain Town Trio.

Classic Rock. Tavern 1929 at Marys Lake Lodge. 6-9pm

Jan. 18: RMNP Free Entrance Day.

Jan. 23 & 24: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm

Jan. 16, 17, 20, 23, 24 & 27: Snowshoe Ecology Walk. Bring snowshoes. Ages 8 and up only.

Reservations required. 970-586-1223.

Jan. 16: Winter Trails Day. Snowshoe demos and family-friendly fun. In RMNP at the Park & Ride on Bear Lake Rd. near Glacier Basin. 10am-3pm Jan. 16: Trout Haven Fishing Derby.

Trout Haven Fishing Pond. 10am-12pm

MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT Jan. 16: James Davis. Classical Guitar.

Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-9pm Jan. 15 & 16: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6-9pm Jan. 15: Ran Off the Rooster. Folk & Bluegrass. The Rock Inn. 7:30-10:30pm Jan. 15 & 16: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm

Jan. 26: Open Mic. Ed’s Cantina. 6pm Jan. 27: Open Mic. Lonigans. 9pm Jan. 28: Open Bluegrass Jam. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm Jan. 29: Chain Station Mountain Music. Bluegrass & Rock. The Rock Inn. 8-11pm Jan. 30: Kaleigh Baker. Acoustic.

The Rock Inn. 5-8pm

Jan. 16 & 17: Great Blue. Coffee on the Rocks. 8:30am-2pm Jan. 16: Peak to Peak Concert Locals Vocals. Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church. 2-3pm

THEATRE Jan. 15-17: Sex Please, We're Sixty!

Estes Park Masonic Lodge. Fri. & Sat. at 7pm; Sun. at 2pm.

Jan. 16: Skate Night Date Night. Trout Haven Fishing Pond. 4-6pm Jan. 16: Mountain Town Trio. Classic Rock. Tavern 1929 at Mary’s Lake Lodge. 6-9pm

Monday, January 18 12:30 p.m. Blood Pressure Clinic. Beef stew, Corn bread, Fresh relishes, Cookie Tuesday, January 19 Spaghetti and meat marinara, Fresh garden salad, Garlic bread, Cake Wednesday, January 20 1:00 p.m. Mah Jongg lessonssign up in advance. Pork loin sandwich, Baked beans, Potato salad, Brownie Thursday, January 21 Meatloaf, Macaroni and cheese, Mixed vegetables, Pie Friday, January 22 Spinach bacon quiche, Tomato basil salad, Fruit wedges, Cookie bar

Mon. & Wed. at 6pm, Fri. & Sat. at 7pm: Sip & Paint. Murphy’s Resort.

Jan. 17: Estes Park Music Festival – Kruger & Bunin Four Hands Piano.

Stanley Hotel. 2pm Jan. 17: Jon Pickett. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 5pm Jan. 20: Open Mic. Lonigans. 9pm

SEMINARS, CLASSES & LECTURES

Jan. 16 & 23: Saturday Evening Program. NPS Centennial program.

Beaver Meadows Visitor Center Auditorium. 7-8pm Jan. 23: Full Moon Hike. Reservations required. 970-586-1223.

Rocky Mountain Conservancy Programs. Nature seminars, outings & classes for everyone in the family. Fees apply. For details, locations, and registration, call 970-586-3262.

Jan. 15: Avalanche Awareness & Outdoor Safety in Wintertime.

Conservancy Field Institute.

Reservations required. 12:30pm Jan. 23: Winter Ecology: A Snowshoeing Trek for Kids & Families. Conservancy Field Institute.

Reservations required. 9am

Jan 16: Chuck Benson Architectural Historian. Estes Park Art Center. 7pm Jan. 17 & 24: Taste & Create. Snowy Peaks Winery. 4pm Jan. 23: Legendary Locals. Estes Park Museum. 2pm Jan. 23: Ski Hidden Valley. Estes Park Museum. 3pm

EXHIBITS Through Jan. 31: 7th Annual First Show – A Collection of Community Art. Cultural Arts Council. 12-5pm Through Feb. 14: Meet the New Artists. Art Center of Estes Park. Fri.Mon., 10am-5pm

Submit your upcoming events for Happenings and our website at VisitEstesPark.com/Submit

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Don’t Miss Winter Festival This Weekend!

Bottomless Craft Beer & Wine Tasting

Enjoy endless samplings from breweries and wineries from around Colorado. Participants include: • Estes Park Brewery • Lumpy Ridge Brewing Co. • Rock Cut Brewing Co. • Grimm Brothers Brewhouse • Wild Cider • Colorado Cider Company • City Star Brewing • Whistle Pig Brewery • Tivoli Brewing Co. • Snowy Peaks Winery • What We Love. The Winery.

• Ten Bears Winery • Miracle Stag Meadery • Spero Winery • Kingman Estates Winery • Wild Women Winery • Augustinas Winery • Branch Out Cider • Centennial Beer Co. Also enjoy free tastings of other delicious salsas, cheeses, chocolate and more!

Join us at the 6th Annual Estes Park Winter Festival this Saturday and Sunday at the Estes Park Events Complex, comprised of the Event Center and Pavilion. The Winter Festival partners with several nonprofits, clubs and organizations within the Estes Valley to produce the festival.

Their goal is to give back 100% of the proceeds to our community and partners!

Festival Entertainment

Saturday, 1/16/16 12-2 p.m. Porcelain City 3-5 p.m. Trout Steak Revival Sunday, 1/17/16 12-2 p.m. Ran Off The Rooster 3-5 p.m. Blue Grama Kids Pavilion & Event Center: • Face painters • Inflatable bounce houses • A s'mores station • Arts & crafts, including an arctic slime making station and photo frame craft • Fake snow filled pool • A variety of winter-themed games •15' Indoor Tubing Hill • Photo Booth

Chili Competition The Winter Festival will feature two chili competitions; CASI and a People's Choice. Guests of the festival will be able to sample each chili and vote for their top 5 favorites!

Saturday- Red Chili CASI competition (features all types of chili) People's Choice Competition Sunday- Green AND White Chili People's Choice Competition

Free Shuttle Rides To/From the Winter Festival Enjoy free shuttle rides to/from these designated shuttle stops in Estes Park to the front door to the Estes Park Winter Festival. Shuttle stops include the Estes Park Visitor Center (500 Big Thompson Ave); Bond Park (Southwest Corner) - Downtown Estes Park; and the Estes Park Winter Festival (1125 Rooftop Way). Shuttle runs both Saturday and Sunday of the festival from 11:45 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. For more information on the free festival shuttle service call 970-577-9900.

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Last Weekend To Enjoy “Sex Please We’re Sixty” At The Masonic Lodge “Sex Please, We’re Sixty!” premiered last weekend and is presented by the Estes Park Repertoire Theatre Company at the Estes Park Masonic Lodge Studio Theatre. Audience comments from last weekend include, "hilarious," "lots of fun," “My sides are still sore from laughing so hard,” “So much talent in this town,” A very fun evening!” and, "I haven't laughed that much in years!"

Remaining shows on January 15, 16 will be performed at 7 p.m. On Sunday, January 17, the show will begin at 2 p.m. This American farce is written by Michael and Susan Parker and is an adult themed two act play.

This talented cast is composed of Tim McLemore as “Bud Davis,” Christann Higley as “Mrs. Stancliffe,” Michael Dzik as “Henry Mitchell,” Nadine Streib as “Victoria Ambrose,” Elizabeth Potter as “Hillary Hudson,” and C.J. Jensen as “Charmaine Beauregard.

This hilarious play takes place at Mrs. Stancliffe's, Rose Cottage Bed & Breakfast. Her guests, which are nearly all women, return year after year. Mrs. Stancliffe’s next door neighbor, the sil-

ver-tongued, "Bud the Stud" Davis believes the guests come to spend time with him in romantic liaisons. Her other neighbor and would-be suitor, Henry Mitchell is a retired chemist who has developed a blue pill called "Venusia," after Venus the goddess of love, to increase the libido of menopausal women.

Add to the guest list three older women: Victoria Ambrose, a romance novelist whose personal life seems to be lacking in romance; Hillary Hudson a friend of Henry's who has agreed to test the Venusia: and Charmaine Beauregard, a "Southern Belle" whose libido does not need to be increased!

When Bud the Stud gets his hands on some of the Venusia pills, the fun and hilarity begins, as he attempts to entertain all three women! When the mayhem settles down, all the women find their lives moving in new and surprising directions.

“Sex Please, We’re 60!” is fast paced and funny from the start.

Repertoire Theatre Company Hosting Auditions For “A Diner On The Way” The Estes Park Repertoire Theatre Company is proud to announce auditions for it's 25th theatre production, "A Diner On The Way," written and directed by local artist and Catch The Glow Parade director Michael Young. This will be the fourth play written by Young to be produced in Estes Park, and is described as being a "modern-day dark comedy!” Young's earlier productions, "Premier To Murder," "Final Curtain," and "Hidden Evil" were film noir-type detective murder mysteries set in the 1930s and '40s. "A Diner On The Way" is set in modern time, and takes place in a run-down diner, isolated in the mountains, run by a wise and caustic waitress and a gentle and wise cook. Frequenting the diner are the eccentric locals, and as new customers, a middleaged suburban family, who discover that this diner and its occupants are much more than they appear and cause them to reveal more about themselves than they ever wanted to!

Character ages needed are a man and

woman age 40-50, a young woman age 18, a young man age 24, a young boy age 10, and an older man age 50-60. If you can play any of these ages, please audition!

Auditions will be held at the Masonic Lodge, 1820 S. St. Vrain, on Feb. 3, 4 and 8th, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. each night. A preview script of the first act will be available for viewing at our local Estes Valley Library. Auditioners may also show up and read "cold" if they like. No theater experience is required as long as you have a fierce desire to be on stage and to work hard with a theater dedicated to quality and fun!!

Rehearsals will begin Feb. 16 at the Estes Park Masonic Lodge Theater. Play dates are April 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 2016.

Any questions, please contact Michael Young at luciyou@yahoo.com.

And we certainly look forward to seeing familiar, and unfamiliar faces!

Christann Higley is directing the production along with help from C.J. Jensen (both are acting in the play as well). The multi-talented Michael Young has built a beautiful set for the cast and Stage Manager, Joan Parlette. Mike Bonk is the very experienced Technical Director for the show.

Tickets are on sale at Macdonald Book Shop in downtown Estes Park or at the door, prior to performance (if the show isn’t sold out.) The Estes Park Masonic Lodge Studio Theatre is located at 1820 S. St. Vrain.

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Fine Arts Guild Auditions For “Beets”

The Fine Arts Guild announces auditions for Beets, by Rick Padden. Beets is set in Berthoud, Colorado in 1944-45, when German POWs from Camp 202 near Greeley were used as stoop laborers on area beet farms. Characters are: Fred Hunt, about 45, a sugar beet farmer in Berthoud, Colorado, of English ancestry; Isabelle Hunt, 39, Fred’s wife, determined to make the Germans feel welcomed; Anna Hunt, 17, daughter of Fred and Is; Jim, 45-55, Fred’s friend and neighbor of German ancestry; Johnny, 18, a U.S. army guard, serving at Camp 202; Bobby, 15-17, a neighbor boy who drives the POWs to and from Camp 202; Dieter Muchler, 23, a handsome POW

who is drawn immediately to Anna; Karl, 18, a German POW, and friend of Dieter; Franz, 18, a German POW with a sense of humor. He is also friends with Dieter.

Auditions will be held January 24, at 1 p.m. and January 25, 6:30 p.m. at the Park Village Playhouse, adjacent to The Other Side Restaurant. A perusal script is available at the Estes Valley Library.

Performances are March 11-13, 18-20 at Hempel Auditorium, YMCA of the Rockies.

Whether a stage veteran or someone who has always wanted to give acting (or set building or ?) a try, please join us for auditions.

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Ricky, Fred And Duchess Need New Forever Homes!

Duchess is an adorable 13 year old yellow lab. Sadly, her family can no longer care for her. She has a sweet youthful spirit, is happy, healthy and playful. She gets along very well with everyone, is spayed, house trained, and also AKC registered.

Ricky is a five year old, handsome black and white cat, Fred is seven year old classic black cat (he gives good hugs). Ricky and Fred are large, short hair adult cats. They are both loving, friendly, cuddly, social, happy and neutered.

You can meet Ricky, Fred or Duchess at the Animal Hospital of the Rockies, 453 Pine River Lane or call 970-5864703 for more information.

All pets are offered through the Pet Association of Estes Park, a non-profit organization that works to find homes for stray and abandoned pets, control dog and cat populations by funding sterilization programs, educate members of the community, especially young people, about the humane treatment of animals and the responsibilities of pet ownership; and promote community involvement in the use of pets as therapeutic agents (e.g., in nursing homes).

The Estes Park Pet Association is your local humane society. You can make a tax-deductible donation to the Pet Association by sending your check to P.O. Box 4342, Estes Park, CO 80517. For more information, contact Carolyn Fairbanks, President of the Pet Association at (970) 586-5121.

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Why Paul Fishman Is Running For Estes Park Town Trustee stronger and better prepared to deal with whatever we had to face in the future.

Like being a Chef, to make effective decisions as a Trustee, I believe you have to seek out and listen to the complete diversity of opinion in our community, listen to Town Staff input, do your own research, and then try to find practical, effective solutions that balance community interests with the needs of the future.

These are the skills and values that I will bring to being a Town Trustee and that I have applied to my community inTo The Editor: volvement in Estes Park since 2002 when I started work as the Executive Chef at I am running for Estes Park Town Trustee because I care deeply about Estes the Twin Owls Steak House. Early on, Park, and there are things we need to do while as a business owner, I was a part of as a community to make us stronger and the Chamber of Commerce Board and prepared for the future while protecting started attending Town Committee and Board meetings and I have continued ataspects of the Estes Park we love. As a tending these meetings up to the present Town Trustee, I want to be a part of making us stronger and prepared for the time. future while protecting what we love My long-term interest and involvement about Estes Park. with our community is demonstrated by my attending all Town Board and Study My preparation to be a Town Trustee began when I graduated from Johnson & Session meetings for the last two years. I Wales University with a Bachelor of Sci- have also attended most meetings of the ence degree in Hospitality Management Estes Valley Planning Commission and many meetings of the Visit Estes Park in 1992. My first post-graduate job was Board, the Housing Authority, and as the first American Chef hired by Cuworkshops on Destination Product Denard on a luxury ship cruising the velopment, Wellness, and Vacation Mediterranean, the Caribbean, and the Rentals among others. Given my longAmazon. This was the beginning of a 20-year career in the restaurant industry term engagement with many different aspects of our community, I feel I have a that enabled me to travel the world and good understanding of our communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s acquire experience as a Chef ranging issues, the issue histories, and the people from fine dining and cruise ships to restaurant start-ups and restaurant con- and organizations involved. sulting. This diverse experience included More recently, I have been on the preparing a meal for the President elect Board of the Economic Development of the United States at one point.

Corporation, on the Leadership Team of the Downtown Business Partners, on the The relevance of my experience as a Chef to being a Trustee is that, as a Chef, Local Legislative Affairs Committee of it was my responsibility to assemble and the League of Women Voters, and on the Membership Committee of the Estes manage a team that could reliably proValley Partners for Commerce. duce high quality products under time pressure. To be effective as a Chef and As the next stage in my involvement team leader, I had to be a straight with our community, as a Town Trustee, shooter, say what I meant and do what I I want to be a part of making us stronger said, listen carefully to my team, faciliand prepared for the future while protate talking out and thoroughly undertecting what we love about Estes Park. standing the issues, and then make deci- Please support my candidacy for Estes sions that were practical, effective, and Park Town Trustee. made the team and organization Paul Fishman

Estes Park Gun & Archery Club Holding 45th Annual Meeting On January 21, 2016, the Estes Park Gun & Archery Club will hold its 45th annual meeting at the Rocky Mountain Park Inn, 101 S. St. Vrain. The club welcomes members, law enforcement agencies and the general public to attend and view informational map displays between 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Immediately after the viewing, the meeting will be called to order & speakers; Larimer County Commissioner Tom Donnelly POINTand Natural Resource Director, Gary Buffington, will update attendees of the progress of the Larimer County Open Space Program and Northern Front Range Recreational Sport Shooting Partners with the proposed designated

mountain shooting ranges.

The Gun Club will continue with their agenda with the 2015 YTD reports and the 2016 Election of Officers. Informational booths at the meeting will be; NRA Classes by Instructor Jim Boyd, Colorado Mounted Rangers and J & C Ear Molds, LLC for ear protection.

Those attending will be eligible for door prizes and refreshments will be provided.

Comments or questions can be directed to the Club President, Sharyn Gartner at 970-586-2426 or president@epgunarchery.com See www.epgunarchery.com for more information.

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Look To Your Library - 2016: It’s A Party! (And You’re Invited)

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Estes Valley Library Uncorked!: Centennial Wine Debuts January 22

The Estes Valley Library is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2016, and local rate the Library Centennial with a mini- businesses and organizations are joinBy: Claudine Perrault, Library Director This year, we celebrate the Estes Valley celebration each of the twelve months of ing in the festivities. One of the special 2016. Every month will bring attention Library’s 100th birthday: it’s a momencentennial-year tributes will take place to the Library’s twelve strategic service tous opportunity to reflect on the past, next week at Snowy Peaks Winery, present, and future of this steadfast insti- goals—all formed through careful listen- which is unveiling an original wine tution. Even more, it’s a year to spotlight ing to the needs and aspirations of our dedicated to our Library’s milestone our commitment to the village we serve, community. year.

So, visit the Library each month and and how the library addresses commuGather your friends and join us as we watch for special displays, events and nity needs through creative, collaborasniff, swirl and sip the all-new Library space changes that bring the benefits of tive and innovative services.

Red. Raise your glass to toast these services to you. Attend targeted Looking to the past, we find our modthe Estes Valley Library programs, browse titles and displays ern library rooted in an enduring tradiat the unveiling event on showcasing each goal, and discover tion. The villagers of 1916 looked for Friday, January 22, from something novel by the ever-changing ways to nurture their cultural and civic 4:00-6:00 p.m. The offilife, and a library would prove integral to tree of knowledge in our atrium. We’ll cial toast will be at 5:00 use this newspaper space (our website, those aspirations. The can-do spirit of p.m. The event will be held seasonal newsletter, and social media) to at the Snow Peaks Winery the Estes Park Woman’s Club made it usher in each month’s theme. happen. The 1916 Library boasted 292 and Tasting Room located We’ll have some memorabilia fun along at 292 Moraine Avenue. books, and a set of encyclopedias. the way. Local businesses will unveil a From those modest beginnings grew Library Red, created Library Centennial coffee blend, a Cen- specifically for the Library the Library we treasure today, abounding with tens of thousands of ebooks, au- tennial wine, and an original Centennial Centennial, will be featured at this spediobooks, print books, DVDs, music and craft-beer brew - all in 2016. cial event. The new wine, complete Finally, we know this unique moment a technology infrastructure never with a commemorative Centennial lacalls us to build an enduring support dreamed of by our forebears. By June of bel, will provide a festive accompanistructure, poised to keep our Library gothis year, the Library will have over ing strong for another 100 years. Just as 300,000 digital titles, just for you.

“Book Socials” were popular library The resourceful spirit of 1916 also resfundraisers in 1916, we have announced onates in today’s vital Library programour Centennial Goal of raising $201,600 ming—with everything from hands-on tech classes to small business workshops, to enhance our collections and spaces, Let it go, let it go and come in from the and other special ways to make a lasting from award-winning storytime to persnow to watch the sing-along version of birthday gift. sonal delivery services for the homeFrozen at the Estes We welcome your ideas and support. A bound, from book discussion and topValley Library.

Join th 100 birthday is a grand occasion intier author events to hometown us on Monday, Jandeed, and you’re invited to this joyous gatherings that inspire imaginations of uary 18 at 3:00 yearlong celebration. Look for your inviall ages. p.m. to watch the tation in the mail today.

In 2016, we’ll dream boldly about the movie and sing to Centennial activities begin January next 100 years of library service—with a all your favorite spotlighting a goal very close to our special focus on the next 5 to 10 years.

Frozen songs!

Looking to the future, we’ll commemo- hearts: Creating a generation of young When their kingdom becomes trapped readers. Join us. in perpetual winter, fearless Anna joins

ment during the year ahead, whether enjoying a gathering among friends or simply reading a good library book in the comfort of home. Snowy Peaks is a local business known for its selection of Colorado wines and its award-winning wines handcrafted on site.

While the January 22 winetasting event is for adults age 21 and up, Snowy Peaks does offer a designated playroom for kids called the “No Wine-ing Zone.” The playroom will be open for any families who are accompanied by kids.

For information about the new Library Red, contact Snowy Peaks Winery at 970586-2099. Watch for additional Library Centennial events happening throughout 2016. To contact the Library, call (970) 586-8116 or visit estesvalleylibrary.org.

Sing-Along To Disney Frozen: A Children’s Special Event

Winter Shrinky Dink Charms Class Children in grades K to 5 are invited to create Shrinky Dink charms at the Estes Valley Library on Monday, January 18 from 1:00 to 1:45 p.m. Shrinky Dink charms are fun to create and can be placed on cording to make a necklace, ornament, or key ring.

Making Shrinky Dinks is easy. Come join us and learn how. Draw a freestyle design or trace something fun from a

template onto special plastic. When the plastic is placed into a toaster oven for just a few minutes, it shrinks and transforms!

Registration is required for the Winter Shrinky Dink Charms. For more information or to register, please visit estesvalleylibrary.org or call the library to speak with a librarian at 970-586-8116.

Try-It-Tuesday - Beginning Felting Class For Kids Make a colorful felt teddy bear and learn how to create a picture with wool at the library. Beginning Felting for Kids is open to children ages 5 to 11 years old (K-5th grade) and will take place on Tuesday, January 26 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

A highly tactile experience, needle felting uses sheep’s wool called roving, a special felting needle, and a foam pad to work on. The needle isn’t used to stitch, rather it’s used to gently poke the wool repeatedly up and down until the fibers

start to tangle and hold on their own.

Learn something new at the Try-it Tuesday program! Liz Decleene is a retired educator who enjoys many different types of fiber arts and will be leading this creative program for kids. She has taught fiber arts to adults and children.

Space is limited for this program and registration is required. To register for Beginning Felting for Kids or for more information, please visit estesvalleylibrary.org or call the library to speak with a librarian at 970-586-8116.

forces with mountaineer Kristoff and his reindeer sidekick to find Anna’s sister, Snow Queen Elsa, and break her icy spell.

This special presentation is free and open to kids and families.

For more information please visit estesvalleylibrary.org or call the library to speak with a librarian at 970-586-8116.

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Can You Read 100 Picture Books?

Kick off Estes Valley Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 100th birthday by reading aloud 100 childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s books. Join in the centennial celebration fun and stop by the library today to participate in the Read Aloud Challenge.

Pick you your reading log and get started! The reading challenge goes from January through the end of March.

The whole family can participateâ&#x20AC;Śparents read aloud to kids, or kids can read aloud to parents, brothers, sisters or pets

(note: audio books count too). Once the challenge is completed, bring in your reading log to earn a goodie bag including a Kind Coffee gift certificate (for Mom or Dad) as well as something for the kids.

For more information on the Read Aloud Challenge, please visit estesvalleylibrary.org or call the library to speak with a librarian at 970-5868116.

Creating Young Readers At The Estes Valley Library: 100 Book Give-Away Calling all Estes Park Families!

Begin the celebration of the Estes Valley Library Centennial with a book. Visit libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s service desk for your free copy of The Library Lion by Michelle Knudsen (while supplies last).

Miss Merriweather, the head librarian is very particular about rules in the library. No running allowed. And, you must be quiet! But when a lion comes to the library one day, no one is sure what to do. There arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t any rules about lions in the library. As it turns out, this lion seems very well suited to library

visiting. What will happen to the lion when he breaks the rules while helping out Miss Merriweather?

These books are to be read and passed around the Estes Valley community.

Read it with your kids. Share it with your neighbors.

Pass it on to your friends or family. Even drop it off at your local Little Free Library. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our way of sharing library love with you, in honor of the Estes Valley Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 100th Birthday.

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Lucas Berka 10 Grade In school, Lucas enjoys being a member of FFA and on the Track and Field team.

Outside of school Lucas likes hunting, fishing, dirt bike racing, and working on cars and dirt bikes. He also likes to explore the wild and go horseback riding.

Lucas is learning to be an electrician and can wire a room and set up electrical panels and work on cars by himself.

His favorite quote is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Let the good times rollâ&#x20AC;? because it helps him look towards the future.

After high school, Lucas plans to go to trade school to become an electrician and take over his fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business.

Congratulations to Lucas Berka, Student of the Week for 1/15/2016.

Reel Mountain Theater has also graciously donated two movie passes to our Student of the Week!

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Reading Is Doctor Recommended: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Buddhaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brainâ&#x20AC;? @ The Library The Reading is Doctor Recommended book group will be discussing Buddhaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brain at the Estes Valley Library on Tuesday, January 19 at 7:00 p.m.

Buddhaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love and Wisdom by Rick Hanson explains that the flow of thoughts actually sculpts the brain, and that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possible to strengthen positive brain states.

This library program is a part of a continuing book discussion series in partnership with Salud Family Health Centers and is led by Chazz

Glaze. New participants are welcome, and while advance reading of the book is encouraged, interested individuals who have not read the book are also welcome to attend.

A limited amount of free copies of Buddhaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brain will be available at the libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s service desk after January 8.

Registration for this book discussion group is requested. To register for the discussion or for more information, please visit the website at estesvalleylibrary.org or call to speak with a librarian at 970-586-8116.

Kids Saturday Book Club: The Knight Before Dawn Children ages five to nine and in Kindergarten through 3rd grade are invited to the Kids Saturday Book Club at the library.

At this book club meeting, on Saturday, January 16 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m., we will discuss The Knight Before Dawn, make a cardboard castle, eat royal snacks and more!

Be sure to pick up a book and a packet at the library service desk. This book club is for beginning and emerg-

ing readers. Most participants will need the book read aloud to them at home. Book clubs help to build a life-long joy of books and reading.

Registration is required for the Kids Saturday Book Club. For more information or to register, please visit estesvalleylibrary.org or call the library to speak with a librarian at 970586-8116.

International Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Art Exhibition At The Estes Valley Library Join us on a journey of vivid imagination and creative expression representing children from countries around the world through paintings, drawings, and collages. The Estes Valley Library will be hosting the International Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Art Exhibition sponsored

by Pentel.

Founded by Pentel in 1970 in Osaka, Japan, the International Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Art Exhibition encourages the artistic expression of children. A distinguished panel of judges annually evaluates more than 70,000 entries, representing 33 different countries and territories around the world.

Each year, several exhibits, consisting

of thousands of multi-national, awardwinning pieces, are assembled to tour around the world. In previous years, award-winning pieces toured Japan, Ireland, the United Kingdom, the Russian Federation, the United States, Costa Rica, Venezuela, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Singapore.

The Estes Valley Library is honored to be a host of this international exhibit in January 2016. The artwork will be on display from January 11 to January 25. For more information on the International Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Art Exhibition, please visit estesvalleylibrary.org or call the library to speak with a librarian at 970-586-8116.

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Estes Park Science Festival Coming January 22 The 8th annual Estes Park Science Festival will take place on January 22 from 5:15- 7:00. This year’s event is in a new season and new location. All middle school students and some of the high school students will be displaying their science and STEM work. In addition, due to the size and timing of the event, it will now be held at Estes Park Event Center in Stanley Fairgrounds. The change from the traditional early May date allows students to proceed to regional competition if they want to move to the next level. Winter sport schedules make the school gymnasium difficult to use for the festival so students are very excited to be doing the first off-site festival at the event center.

Student projects will be on display with the traditional Science Fair for the middle school students, Including physical, life, earth, and consumer science experiments as well as demonstrations. High school students from the environmental class and scientific engineering class will also be participating. Students use the scientific method to design and carryout an experiment then display their findings. Awards will be given to the top three projects in each grade level during the award ceremony at 6:40. The public is invited to come see what our students are doing as they independently work on science projects focused on their interests.

To accommodate your dinner time hunger El Mex-Kal will be catering a

chili dinner sold in individual bowls or with chips, cookie and drink. In addition, there will be a silent auction, with all proceeds going directly to the science department supplies budget. The funds raised from the silent auction provide the science department with opportunities to continue to offer a wide variety of hands-on learning for the students.

Many local businesses have offered a variety of items for the auction ranging from artwork, overnight stays, camperships, dance lessons, to restaurant gift certificates.

In addition to the support of these many silent auction sponsors, The Estes Park Medical Group, Family Medial Center donated the funds to purchase a tool cabinet and tools for the technology classes at the middle school, Ace hardware provided a great discount on the tools being purchased. For this year’s Silent Auction, bids may be placed via email if you are unable to attend the night of the event. Bids can be placed by emailing Brittany Peterson at Brittany_Peterson@estesschools.org and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. on Friday January 22th.

All in the community are invited to attend January 22 from 5:15 – 7:00 this fun and entertaining night of science. The Estes Park Science Department wishes to thank all of our sponsors and community members and the many parents who support our children’s learning adventures.

Estes Park Wrestling Results From January 7 Estes Park wrestlers fell to two powerful teams Thursday, January 7. With only seven varsity wrestlers the Bobcats were unable to keep up with Brush and Platte Valley, schools with full rosters and as many as six wrestlers listed in some weight classes.

In the triple-dual format, Estes Park’s only wins came against Brush. Caden Brown pinned the Beet Diggers’ Jayde Queen in Caden Brown, left, works toward a takedown of the second round of their 138Brush wrestler Jayde Queen in their 138-pound pound bout. Jacob Louk accepted a forfeit at 160 pounds match January 7. Brown defeated Queen with a for the Bobcats’ only other team second-round pin. points of the night.

At 126 pounds Hunter Kitchen went the full six minutes only to lose 6-5 to Beet Digger Wyatt Holdren.

After a marathon match between Brush and Platte Valley, with matchups in all 14 weights and several exhibition bouts, Estes Park returned to the mat to take on the Platte Valley Broncos.

Bobcat Eric Todd kept it close for most of the match but Bronco Chance Falk surged to a 13-3 decision at 152 pounds. Billy McWhorter hung on to the final Eric Todd controls Platte Valley’s Chance Falk minute of the 170-pound match early in their 152-pound match. before losing to Platte Valley’s Tino Ciddio by a technical fall.

Photos courtesy Rik Forschmiedt.

The Bobcat’s final home action is Sterling visit for another triple-dual.

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Practicing The Power Of Observation Estes Outreach presents two drawing classes this winter: Drawing and Comic Book Illustration. Peter (Pierre) Gaustad is an illustrator and fine artist who has been teaching art and design for 20

like that, or I don’t like that. It is an intuitive response and informs how others might respond to the work.

KM: You have lived in town for roughly six months now. How do you anticipate this community and environment affecting your drawings?

PG: Western themes have always appealed to me, and now I am drawing those subjects. I used to wear red rubber cowboy boots and cap pistols when I was a kid. I like the romance of the west.

The fiction of the west as well as the reality of now being here interests me. Also, I draw local themes: bobcats in the back yard, the legends and lore of this area.

KM: What should people expect from your Outreach classes?

PG: To get over one’s own intimidation about drawing.

Students will learn to draw

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years. Pierre (Peter) moved to Estes Park last summer and will be instructing both drawing classes. Outreach Program Manager Karen McPherson recently sat down with Pierre to talk more about the power of observation and his experiences teaching drawing classes.

KM: How did you begin teaching?

PG: I started teaching by accident. I was offered to teach one drawing class at a small art college. That turned into a full-time position teaching a variety of foundation classes: drawing, painting, and graphic design. I taught adults of all ages as well as high school workshops. More importantly, I have been drawing for as long as I can remember. It is something I have always returned to; it is a strength I have in visual arts.

KM: What do you draw?

PG: I am a figurative artist; I draw humans, animals, and Bigfoot. I have always drawn the human figure— it is endlessly fascinating. Something we all do as people is look at other people, observe, and critique them.... the way people look and act. I try to put all that critique into my drawings.

KM: This critique sounds like a curse and a lifestyle skill rolled into one. Are you doing this all the time?

PG: Yes. All drawing is based on observation. I take this lesson into my classroom, too. We practice becoming a keen observer. When you look more closely at the things and people around you, you are less likely to take them for granted.

KM: What do you do with your drawings?

PG: The first thing I do is show them to my six year old daughter. Her responses are simple: nice, scary, weird, I

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effectively using the tools they already possess: their ability to see and interpret.

There will, of course, also be some emphasis on the technical aspects...literally drawing an apple from an apple. Comic Book students will focus on creating a character, and an environment for that character to inhabit. That class has a stronger focus on narrative and story development. The environment of both classes is always loose, getting people to loosen up and access the fearless abilities they had as a kid. And humor! How can we proceed without a sense of humor?

Drawing Wednesdays, 5:30 - 7 p.m. Starts 1/20/16 for 8 weeks Fee: $95 Includes supplies.

Comic Books Wednesdays, 3:30 - 5 p.m. Starts 1/20/16 for 8 weeks Fee: $95 Includes supplies.

Over 20 classes are offered thru Estes Outreach. For full class descriptions and registration, visit EstesOutreach.org.

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Art Center Offers Valentine Art Classes In January

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Great room with mossrock fireplace offers living & dining with adjoining kitchen area. Main level master suite with bath and 2 walk in closets. Lower level family room, workshop, 2 car oversized garage w/storage room. A nice find! $515,000

TBD Promontory Drive Looking for a private building site in Estes Park? Check out this 2+ acre property with a end of street location.

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Valentine’s Day will be here sooner than you think, and what are you going to do for your Valentine? The Art Center of Estes Park is offering two art classes for making embossed metal Valentines. Using sheet metal with wire and bead embellishments, students will learn beginning metal embossing techniques to create wonderful aluminum and copper Valentines that will stand the test of time. If you’re really not into hearts, you can create an image of your choice instead. All materials are included in the class fee.

Embossed Metal Valentines with Vickie Mastron: • Saturday, January 23, 1:30-3:00 p.m.

Class fee: $30 • Thursday, January 28, 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Class fee: $30 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. The Art Center offers a variety of educational opportunities including free presentations. For a complete list of art classes and presentations offered, to register for classes, or for more information on educational programs, please call the Art Center at 970-586-5882 or visit our website at www.artcenterofestes.com and click on “Classes.”

Board Of REALTORS® Donate To Boys & Girls Club Of Larimer County

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RARE ZONING One of the few lots in the Estes Park area that is zoned for industrial use.

This .42 acre lot is zoned I-1 and allows for storage of building materials and equipment, manufacturing, maintenance and repair facilities, and other commercial activities. Easy access and easy to build on. Priced to sell at $139,000.

OPPORTUNITY FOR A BUYER WITH VISION This 8.22 acre property is the only large parcel zoned industrial in the Estes valley with lots of potential for a variety of uses. Already existing on this acreage are offices, warehouse, oversized garage bays for commercial sized equipment. Currently partially leased. Can be developed into a special campground, storage garages, office complex or many other possibilities.

Priced to sell at $1,150,000. Call Judy today for additional information.

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The Estes Park Board of REALTORS® donated $1,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of Larimer County on January 7th. The money will assist the Boys and Girls Club with settling into the Estes Park area on a year round basis starting later this year. The summer programs that are offered have been well received and con-

tinue to grow each year. If you would like more information on the Boys and Girls Club of Larimer County check out their website: www.begreatlarimer.org.

Above: Julie Abel, Heidi Riedesel and Jenna Riedi, Director of Resource Development & Marketing of the Boys and Girls Club. Courtesy photo

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The Cultural Arts Council: A Collection Of Community Art The Cultural Arts Council’s new year of exhibitions kicked off to a great start on January 9th with the opening of the First Show: A Collection of Community Art which features emerging and accomplished artists of the greater Estes Valley showing for the first time at our gallery.

In addition, we are also featuring guest artists from the Plein Air Painters, Estes

Dragonfly - Wendy Sollod

love and passion means to them and to share it with us in honor of St. Valentine.

For an entry for go online: www.estesarts.com or come by the gallery. For further information, please contact us at 970-586-9203.

“For the Love of the Arts!” A Benefit Event for the Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park will be held February 12-14, from noon to 5 p.m. Friday & Saturday, Noon to 3 p.m. Sunday with an auction from 1-3 p.m. We are looking for donated items or items you are willing to consign at 75% for the CAC and 25% to the artist. We are raising funds for our Paul Saunders Memorial Building/Facility Improvement Fund. Acceptable items include: fine arts, fine crafts, donated appraised art, jewelry, antiques, collectibles, art books, frames, bin work, prints and note cards. Price to sell! It’s great way to move older work and help the Cultural Arts Council. Let us know by February 6 if you want to participate.

One Year Atelier Workshop for Painting Landscapes in Oil – The Cultural Arts Council is sponsoring this workshop by Cydney Springer. In the tradition of the

Park. Included among the firsttimers, are a few students from the elementary school as a way to give them exposure to the art world and hopefully nurture their talents and interest in the arts.

The following is a list of participating artists: Gretchen Acharya, Kim Andrews, Cassie Avendegna, Hanna Bergsten , Wolf Bezark, Marianne Summer Silhouette - Pat Carney Billingsley, Barbara Cargill, Pat Carney, Mary Crone , Fred Day, Ahtziri Fernandez, Bill Fritz, Andrea Gabel, Ed Gauss, Mary Giacomini, Olivia Greer, Austin Holmes, Elijah Holmes, Deborah J. Jansen, Margaret Jensen, Susan King, Jan Kirkpatrick, Connie Leavitt, Lucy Leija, John Marks, Valerie Meyers, Mike Oline, Eldon Warren Marilyn Raye-Osmon, Jerry Phillips, French ImpresCynthia Price Reedy, Autumn Rellensionists’ ateliers, berger, Rachelle Repine, Dru Marie professional artist Cydney Springer is ofRobert, Rhonda Savoy, Sue Hintzfering a one year study of oil painting.

Siegrist, Barb Smith, Wendy Sollod, The classes will be each Thursday at Patrice Sullivan, Diane Visintainer, ElCAC from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. starting in Febdon Warren, Zoe West and Audie Yenter. ruary 2016. The cost is $250 per month.

First Show is on display until January Visit www.estesarts.com or cyd31st. The public is invited to come view neyspringer.com and click on 2016 Atelier in the navigation bar for more inforthis exciting exhibit. The Cultural Arts mation. Reserve your space today – call Council is located at 423 W. Elkhorn 970-586-2690 or email Cydney via her Ave. and is open daily from 12-5. website.

The deadline for entering our next exThe Cultural Arts Council is a nonhibit: Impressions of Life, Love & Pasprofit 501(c)(3) arts organization serving sion: A Show of Art for Valentine’s Day is January 16th. This exhibit is an oppor- the greater Estes Valley for the past 25 tunity for artists of all levels and ages to years. Our Mission:”to enhance the qualshare their creative impressions of life, ity and accessibility of the visual and love and passion through portraits, still- performing arts for people of all ages.” lifes and other media to reveal what life,

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Interested In Joining The MountainAires Women’s Chorus?

Rehearsals for the spring season of the MountainAires women's chorus will begin on 1/21/16 from noon to 1 p.m. The group will meet at Town Hall room 202.

Women interested in participating in the chorus should contact the director, Kasey Troutman at 970-480-5148.

Four Hands Piano At Next Music Festival Concert It is a new year! Continue to celebrate the wonderful talent of the Estes Park Music Festival as we welcome back our traditional January piano duo of Julia Kruger and Victor Bunin this Sunday, January 17, at 2:00 p.m. at the Stanley Hotel Music Room in the main building.

Admission is just $10.00 at the door or save by subscription and pay just $80.00 for a block of ten tickets of your concert choice of the Winter Series with no expiration date. Children and students are admitted free. This concert is sponsored

by Bob and Judy Taphorn and Jeff and Penny Van Bogaert.

Professor Victor Bunin and Julia Amada Kruger’s union as a duo team began in 2002.

They are in constant demand both in the United States, Russia and Europe.

Their concerts, master classes and television shows receive wide acclaim in Europe.

Julia Amada Kruger is chair of International Development, Dean of Curriculum, and Program Director for musical programs established for the National Guild of Piano Teachers.

Kruger is professor-in residence for the European summer performance festival, “Resonant Thoughts” in Cepina, Italy.

Ms. Kruger adjudicates nationally/internationally (Russia, China, Thailand, Mongolia, Ukraine, Sicily) and performs yearly concert tours throughout the world (Russia, Italy, Kosovo, Albania, United States) with her music partner, Prof. Victor Bunin of Moscow, Russia.

Professor Victor is an honored member of the international association "Skalkottas - Feinberg" in Paris. Mr. Bunin taught piano at the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatoire, Central Music school and Music college (both under Moscow Conservatoire). Since 1993 he

taught at the Syrian National Conservatoire in Damascus and at the Lebanese National Superior Conservatoire in Beirut. Professor Bunin holds master classes in Russia, USA, Italy, Ireland, Finland and Lebanon.

On January 31, we will welcome Trio Cordilleras featuring Alejandro Cremaschi, piano, Elizabeth Kipper, violin, Thomas Heinrich, cello, with spirited tango and music from Spain and Latin America.

Advance ticket purchases are available at our office located at Hobert Office Services (1140-A Manford Avenue, Estes Park) or at the door on the day of the concert. Charge your tickets or buy on line. A small service fee will apply.

Music Festival attendees will receive a 20% discount for brunch or dinner on the day of the concert, courtesy of the Stanley Hotel Cascade Restaurant.

Additional parking is available next to the Concert Hall and behind the Stanley Hotel.

Every concert series needs an excellent venue and the beautiful Stanley Hotel is the perfect mountain setting for an hour of wonderful relaxing Sunday afternoon entertainment. We are grateful to the Stanley Hotel Management and staff for their incredible support and generosity.

Thank you to Bob’s Piano Service, our weekly and series sponsors, and the Griffin Foundation.

For further information, contact our business office at 970-586-9519 or visit our up to date website: estesparkmusicfestival.org. To receive weekly updates of our concerts and upcoming events, please send an email to: estesparkmusicfestival@gmail.com. Like us on Facebook for photos and events.

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Local Vocals Coming Back This Saturday!

By: Lynette Johnson

known, “O Mio Bambino Caro,” to be sung by Valerie Dascoli. And finally, Scott Anderson, the tenor soloist from the Oratorio Society and the Village Band, will introduce this local audience to three delightful musical sonnets from

The new, ever bigger and better version of the annual Local Vocals Concert, coordinated by Robert Gunn, will be presented by Peak to Peak Concerts this

Bob Gunn

Christy Florence

Saturday at Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church (SMLC), 2000 Ptarmigan Trail, at 2:00 p.m. Last January this fine collection of local singers and accompanists drew a crowd of 135 patrons, so everyone who wants to see and hear them up close this January should come early in order to assure themselves of a good seat.

Up close will be the best way. The acoustics at SMLC are excellent, so hearing them will not be a problem.

However, of all the excellent musical performers in the area, the singers are the ones most likely to relate to their audience face to face in a personal manner, often interpreting their operatic or stage-production personae in character.

Some of the local singers have chosen works from classical works. For example, Nancy Bell will start off with Handel’s ”V’adora pupilla” from Guillo Caesare (a love song in Julius Caesar). Melissa Westover and Valerie Dascoli will sing “I Waited for the Lord,” from Mendelssohn’s Hymn of Praise. Nancy Bell and Robert Gunn have chosen Mozart’s “Bei mannerem” from The Magic Flute. Christy Florence will impersonate Donizette’s The Daughter of the Regiment, singing “Cacun le Sait,” and later the lead character, also named Christy, in Phantom of the Opera, singing “Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again.” Puccini’s opera, Gianni Schicchi, is the source of the well-

Diane Roehl

Lori Burnham

Nancy Bell

Lizt’s Sonneti di petrarca. All of these selections will be very sensitively accompanied by Dr. Margie Patterson, without whose very willing and able fingers most of the Peak to Peak Concerts would never happen.

Interspersed with these selections from various major works, will be some favorite stand-alone pieces. For example, Diane Roehl will dance her very able fingers over the keyboard to offer Brahms’ “Intermezzo in C# minor.” Melissa Westover will sing, “How Lovely Are Thy Dwellings,” but this one is not from the Brahms requiem. This one was written

by Samuel Liddle. Two very popular numbers on the program will be “Time to Say Goodbye,” sung by Lori Burnham and Scott Anderson, and “No One Like You,” also sung by Lori Burnham, both

Saturday Winter Evening Programs Highlight A Variety Of Topics On August 25, 1916, the National Park Service was established to protect America’s national heritage sites. To celebrate the National Park Service Centennial, Rocky Mountain National Park will be offering a series of truly unique Saturday evening programs held at 7 p.m. at the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center throughout the winter.

These ranger-led programs will explore various topics and will be organized as a facilitated discussion. A short presentation will be followed by discussion ques-

songs to be accompanied by Verlene Thorp (piano) and Dmitri Galcovski (violin). No vocal program is complete without “The Prayer” by David Foster.

Brad and Kelly Anderson will do the

tions created to help program attendees explore and share their own thoughts about their national parks.

Saturday, January 16 - Fire Management Saturday, January 30 - Wilderness Saturday, February 13 - National Park Service Mission Please join us for these special programs and be part of the National Park Service Centennial. For further information about Rocky Mountain National Park please call the park’s Information Office at (970) 586-1206.

Margaret Patterson

Scott Anderson

honors here, accompanied by Diane Roehl. Robert Gunn has also organized a men’s quartet, The Uncommon Connection, to sing the timeless “Shenandoah.”

The quartet includes Bert Bergland, Don Bryson, Robert Gunn, and Roger Thorp.

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They sing just for fun, both theirs and ours.

Although most local fund-raisers include many of these same fine musicians, this varied program is by and for the musicians, themselves, to offer music of their own choice directly to their friends and neighbors. Too often they are asked to offer their time, talents, and highly trained skills so that their fans can express their gratitude by giving money toward some community benefit. This time, their patrons can express their appreciation by giving money to encourage and defray the expenses of the performers, themselves. A reception will follow the concert.

These Peak to Peak Concerts are proudly sponsored by the Oratorio Society of Estes Park and The Old Gallery of Allenspark. The sponsors take

Valerie Dascoli and Melissa Westover

only minimal expenses out of the patrons’ donations, offering only a small gratuity to SMLC for its generous hospitality. Checks made out to OSEP or TOG are tax-deductible. To see the entire Peak to Peak Concert series schedule, please go to www.osep.info.

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Louis Eugene Daley Michigan State University on the GI Bill, at the urging of a high school friend, Alex Varga, who was attending MSU. In 1958, Gene graduated from MSU with a degree in Packaging Engineering. In 1959, he married Marcia Ann Ford of Jackson, Michigan.

Gene had a long career as a Packaging Engineer and Manager, first at the R.T. French Company in Rochester, New York, working on the packaging of French’s Classic Yellow Mustard in the characteristic bulbous glass jar. He then moved to Norton Company, where he worked in management at the coated abrasives plant in Troy, Gene Daley passed away on January New York. It was during this time that 6, 2016 in Estes Park, Colorado, from injuries suffered in an automobile acci- he and his wife, Marcia, settled in Niskayuna, New York, and enjoyed dent. He was 82. On January 13, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. we will gather at Our Lady raising a growing family of five chilof the Mountains Catholic Church, 920 dren. Gene earned an MBA degree from Union College in Schenectady, Big Thompson Avenue, Estes Park, New York. In 1976, Gene was proColorado for Holy Rosary. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on January 14, moted and moved his family to Stephenville, Texas in order to manage 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the the opening of the new Norton ComMountains Catholic Church, followed pany plant there. He remained in immediately by a reception in the Stephenville, Texas until his retirement church hall. All are warmly invited to from Norton Company. In 1996, he reattend.

Gene was born on January 26, 1933 in located to the mountain town of Estes Park, Colorado.

Cementon, upstate New York, now Gene was a lifelong learner, a voraknown as Smith’s Landing. His father, cious reader, a conversationalist, an Giuseppe Dalfollo, later known as avid follower of political and current Joseph Daley, and his mother, news, and an adventurer who enjoyed Margherita Daley, née Tavernar, immitraveling solo with a backpack during grated to the United States from his retirement, the first trip of which Carzano, Italy, a northern village in the was in 1990 to Japan to visit his Tyrolean Alps. Gene grew up speaking daughter, Jennifer, who was working Italian and was educated in a onein Tokyo.

From Tokyo, Gene traveled room schoolhouse while his father through China and beyond to the worked in the nearby quarry. His parKhyber Pass.

Gene enjoyed traveling ents instilled in Gene the importance and learning of new cultures while of discipline and education as the pivmeeting new people. His family and otal keys to success. friends enjoyed hearing of his tales of In 1949, at the age of sixteen, Gene travel to far-off places such as Capgraduated from high school. For the padocia to the Iranian border or his next two years, he worked at Vager’s experiences of living with a subsisFruit & Vegetable Market until he tence farmer in Uganda then going up joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1951, into the jungle mountain forests lookat the age of eighteen. His experience ing for gorillas and finding a big silveras a Marine shaped the man he was to become; his mother noted, “Gene went back gorilla and his family of twelve into the Marines a boy but came home just thirty feet away. He traveled to more than a hundred countries while a man.” In 1954, Gene enrolled at maintaining roots in Estes Park, Col-

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Gene was a spiritual man and a devout Catholic. He believed in God and miracles and the power of prayer, yet he also believed in the authenticity of crop circles and life in outer space. He was open minded and enjoyed meaningful conversation and intellectual debate. He believed that peace could be achieved through the trio of acceptance, forgiveness, and gratitude. As a final gesture of his generosity and selflessness, Gene donated his body to science, which also illustrates his strong commitment to education. Gene now resides at the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado, realized through the Anschutz University of Colorado Anatomical Donation program. Two years from now, the medical school will return his cremated ashes to the Daley family, and Gene will be laid to rest next to his wife, Marcia, at Estes Valley Memorial Gardens in Estes Park, Colorado.

Gene will be missed by many, especially his five children, with whom he traveled on occasion. Last summer, Gene and his son, Stephen, attended the Burning Man festival in Nevada. Last winter, Gene hosted the wedding of his daughter, Jennifer, in London, England. Gene also made an extensive road trip with his son, Joseph, through Alaska. Gene traveled to Costa Rica, Hawaii, Canada, Spain, New Zealand, and China with his daughter, Cassandra, and her family. In the words

of Gene’s eldest son, Christopher, “All I can think about is all the time and effort and discussions and support and understanding and advice and discipline and fun and laughs and love that we have each received over the years from Dad. It truly is monumental!”

Gene’s wife, Marcia Ford Daley, preceded him in death in 1990. Gene is survived by his five children, Cassandra Daley (and Patrick Doyle) of Colorado Springs, Colorado; Dr. Christopher Daley (and Holly Daley) of Estes Park, Colorado; Jennifer Daley (and Andrew Breer) of London, England; Stephen Dalfollo-Daley (and Paola Daley) of Colorado Springs, Colorado; and Joseph Daley of Fairbanks, Alaska.

Gene is also survived by his two sisters, Josephine Welsh (and Jack Welsh) of South Bend, Indiana and Sylvia Diss (and the late Charles Diss) of Potomac, Maryland; as well as six grandchildren, Harrison, Alexander, Tuesday, Emerald, Samantha and Olivia; and nieces and nephews, Kathleen, John, Claire, Jim, Andrea, Ted, and Joe. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in the name of Gene Daley to one of the many charities that he supported, including St. Joseph’s Indian School (www.stjo.org) and Catholic Charities (www.catholiccharitiesusa.org).

The Daley family can be reached via email jennifer@jenniferdaley.com.

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Beverly Todd Beverly Todd, 85, died peacefully December 23, 2015, after a long struggle with Lewy Body Dementia (a little known disease with symptoms of both Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s). Despite her illness, Bev was an inspiration to all. At age 84 she rode her tricycle in the Estes Park Bike Parade to encourage seniors to rediscover cycling for fun and exercise.

Born in Muskegon, Michigan, to Gladys and Ralph Todd, Bev survived being born extremely premature (3 lbs.), contracting polio, and being run over by a car as a child. At age five she lost her first home to a fire, and her father died when she was nine, sending her family into poverty. Persevering through these early hardships made Bev an exceptionally strong woman.

She was a good student who excelled in English literature studies. She worked after school, at a general store and as a telephone switchboard operator. Bev was also an athlete who loved baseball, and participated in the Michigan â&#x20AC;&#x153;Farm Leagueâ&#x20AC;? games during WWII. She joined the U.S. Air Force in 1949 to help support her mother and younger brothers. She married fellow service member, Alfred Heroux, and they had five children: Paul, Andre, Michele, Matthew, and Heidi. Bev and Al later divorced.

Bev is preceded in death by her parents; brothers Donald and Gibson; daughter Michele Heroux; grandson Grant Kammunen-Heroux; and the love of her life, Anne â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tobiâ&#x20AC;? Hale.

While raising her family and holding

a full-time job, Bev earned a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in English Literature at the University of Colorado, Boulder, in her late 40s. She then worked at the Estes Park Public Library for many years, during which she pioneered local book and poetry groups, Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s History Month programs, and writing contests for students of Estes Park and Eagle Rock Schools.

When she retired, the Estes Park Mayor declared it â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beverly Todd Day.â&#x20AC;?

Along with her partner, Tobi, Bev was a longtime activist working tirelessly on many social justice issues, such as improving access to Estes Valley trails and buildings for people with disabilities, affordable housing and transportation, and domestic violence prevention.

Bev was an avid hiker until her early 80s. Later she often walked the Estes Lake Walk with her yellow lab, Sapphie. Also a lifelong music lover, Bev sang with Fort Collins Rainbow Chorus; Estes Park Chorale; and to her unending delight, Resonance Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chorus of Boulder.

She is survived by her brothers Gordon (Lorraine) and David; sons Paul Heroux, Andre Heroux (Pamela), and Matthew Heroux (Qing Chang); daughter Heidi Tryon; granddaughter Michele Andersen-Heroux; and stepgranddaughter Julie.

Bev led a life of quiet strength, integrity, and service to others. She leaves behind numerous family members and friends for whom she will always remain an inspiration.

Life Choices Thanks The Stitch â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;n Rippers Life Choices would like to honor The Stitch 'n Rippers who are a group of women from Allenspark who meet at Covenant Church to make quilts.

They started working together in 2002 to work on their own projects.

When a member returned from California she had the idea to make quilts for community members who were ill or who had lost a loved one.

The women tie the quilts together and pray over each recipient. What a huge blessing to our community.

Today the women make quilts for Life

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Ray W. Lindsey December 21, 1921 - January 11, 2016 Ray Lindsey was a Christmas baby born on December 21, 1921, to James A. and Cora Belle Lindsey. As a highway engineer, his father moved the family from Minneapolis, MN, to Florida, to Oklahoma, and back to Minneapolis by the time Ray was in junior high. Ray went on to earn a degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Minnesota.

With the war on, Ray eventually joined the US Navy as Engineering Officer on the USS Patroclus, an amphibious repair ship. They sailed to Japan, arriving in time to witness the end of the war in Tokyo Bay. After a year they returned to the US and Ray returned to civilian life.

Ray met Louise Randall in Minneapolis, and they married in 1949.

They have four children, Anne, Randy, Carol and John. Besides Louise and the children, he is also survived by their spouses, Jacquie Ostrom, Russ Driskill, Atsuko Lindsey, and grandchildren Eric, Wendy, Kai, Hana and Kona Lindsey.

Ray founded the Ray Lindsey Company in Prairie Village, Kansas, which continues in business today.

He worked as a manufacturer's representative, selling water treatment, air purification and similar large equipment to municipalities and manufacturers.

Ray and Louise retired in 1982 and moved to a new home they had built in Estes Park, CO. They had many adventures hiking there as founding members of the Trailmasters, as well as hiking the entire Colorado Trail, and the Coast to Coast hike in England's Lake District. They traveled throughout Europe and North America, and to China, Japan, India, Panama, Colombia and the Caribbean.

In 2007, Ray and Louise moved to the Frasier Meadows Retirement Community in Boulder, CO. Ray and Louise were married for 66 very happy years. He will be missed.

A memorial service will be held at Frasier Meadows, 350 Ponca Place, Boulder 80303, at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 16, 2016.

Life Choices In Need Of Volunteers How would you like to start the new year by volunteering at a local non-profit that serves women, teenagers and children of the Estes Valley?

Life Choices Pregnancy Center of Estes Park needs nurses, advocate trainees, administration experts, fundraisers and

girls who would like to help in our boutique.

We are a happy, fun group who loves God and loves our community. Bring your gifts and talents and receive fulfillment by serving others. Please contact us at 586-2422.

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If you would like the opportunity to make a difference in someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life, experience more than just a job and have compassion for the elderly â&#x20AC;&#x201C; apply and see what we are all about. We have different opportunities that will give you the opportunity to use your gifts and talents.

Duties: Driving residents to and from appointments, errands, weekly trips and special trips out of town. This person is responsible to get residents to their appointments safely and on-time.

Choices Pregnancy Center and for Wounded Warriors in Fort Sam Houston located in San Antonio, Texas.

If you would like to join the Stitch 'n Rippers, please contact Betty Jean Tedford at 303-747-2066.

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Hours: There is one position classified as part-time.

Benefits: paid time off, life insurance, 403b after qualifying period Training: Two weeks of paid training will be provided.

Wage: Starting wage for this position is $11.50 per hour

To Apply for any of the positions: Please apply on line at www.good-sam.com. A full job description available for review on-line Job posted January 13, 2016 and will close January 22, 2016 at 4pm.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EOE/VA/M/F/D

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Employment

Rocky Mountain National Park is currently accepting online applications for

Motor Vehicle Operator (Custodial).

The open period to apply is Jan 9 thru Jan 22, 2016.

Starting salary is $15.30 - $18.26.

This is a full time seasonal position from May to October. This job announcement is posted at

www.usajobs.gov.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, January 22, 2016.

PAINTERS NEEDED! Busy painting contractor needs help.

Experience required. Work outdoors this summer. Full Time and Part Time positions available.

Become part of a quality oriented team at Estes Park Medical Center.

Surgical Services Certified Surgical Technician – Full Time Registered Nurse – PRN Home Health Hospice Registered Nurse – PRN Physical Therapist – PRN Personal Care Provider – Full Time Med/Surg Department Registered Nurse – Part Time Registered Nurse – Full Time

Specialty Clinic Certified Ophthalmic Technician - FT Physical Therapy Occupational Therapist – Part Time Physical Therapist - PRN Education Clinical Educator / RN – Full Time

Environmental Services Floor Maintenance Technician – Full Time Send cover letter and resume to hr@epmedcenter.com or visit our website at epmedcenter.com and fill out an application.

EPMC offers competitive wages and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Call Tim at Bestway-Painting 970-518-4001.

The Estes Valley Recreation and Park District (EVRPD) is currently seeking the following team members: Parks & Trails Maintenance Worker (Full-time) General maintenance work on parks and trails, ball fields and irrigation. Mowing/landscaping, athletic field prep, custodial, trail improvements and maintenance, minor construction, building and equipment repairs.

Salary range $13.00 - $17.55/hour (DOE/DOQ), plus competitive benefit package.

Project Manager (Full-time, temporary with potential for permanent appointment) Plan, administer, oversee, perform and evaluate post-flood related work and general projects for the EVRPD trails and parks system. Manage projects involving earthwork, maintenance and construction in riverbed and flood plain environments, roads, trails, parks, golf courses.

Salary range $19.00 - $27.00/hour (DOE/DOQ), plus competitive benefit package.

Employment Fire Mountain Residential Treatment Center is looking to hire a Homestyle Buffet Cook as soon as possible.

REQUIREMENTS: Prepares food by various methods including frying, baking, roasting and grilling for residents, staff and at special functions from primarily fresh whole foods, some frozen and minimal canned products. One to three meals prepared a day, depending on assigned shift.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching: Candidate needs to be willing to work alongside teens from varying backgrounds and lead instruction in kitchen safety procedure and basic cooking skills.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION: Send an updated copy of your resume, and cover letter with salary requirements to the Human Resources Department.

Fire Mountain RTC 5532 US Hwy 36 Estes Park, CO 80517 (303) 443-3343 x111 andria@firemountainprograms.com

The Discovery & Coyote Lodges hiring for front desk, Looking for self starters with a good team player attitude.

Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Year round, full or part time.

Good season bonuses.

Send resume or list of work history to mgmt@estesdiscoverylodge.com

Busy automotive repair shop looking for a friendly service writer. Must have excellent customer service skills. No experience necessary.

Please email resumes to ca5tanner@gmail.com.

Assistant Mechanic (Full-time) Repairs and maintenance of EVRPD mowers, tractors, golf carts, trucks, utility vehicles and other equipment – gas, diesel, 2-cycle engines and hydraulic systems, reel grinding, welding.

Salary range $14.00-$18.90/hour (DOE/DOQ), plus competitive benefit package.

Youth Center Coordinator (Part-time 20-25 hours/week Aug-May) Operation of the EVRPD Youth Center – develop and implement after-school and special events programming for youth in grades 6-12, partner with other social service organizations to support and expand programming.

Salary range $13.00 - $17.55/hour (DOE/DOQ).

Administrative Assistant (Part-time, approx. 20 hours/week) General administrative duties – customer service, phones, reception, mail, correspondence, records management, meeting coordination.

Salary range $12.50-$16.88/hour (DOE/DOQ) Go to http://www.evrpd.com/district-information/job-openings for position descriptions and application instructions. Email mary@evrpd.com for assistance. EVRPD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Maintenance Position

Trout Haven Resorts has an opening for a person with knowledge in areas of carpentry, basic plumbing & electric, painting and drywall installation.

Multiple skills are a benefit.

On call duties one week per month, must have a reliable vehicle.

Please apply at Trout Haven Resorts at 800 Moraine Ave or apply online at http://littlecurrent.iapplicants.com/View Job-653169.htm

Help us Help Others Become a CAREGiver

There’s never been a better time to reach out to those in need.

We’re seeking quality people who wish to make a difference by helping seniors in their homes. Flexible schedules.

No certification required.

Training and support provided.

Sign on Bonus for Estes Park area!

Apply online to homeinstead.com/northerncolorado Or call Emily Harms for more information (970) 494-0289 Web Brochure: www.HISC365CG.digbro.com

Help Wanted : Two Positions open.

Retail position and Warehouse Stock Position.

Days, or just afternoons, weekends.

All hours considered. FT or PT. Have fun while working at an always challenging job. Great pay, and bonuses for working weekends.

Perfect for anyone; retired, H.S. student, Management team. Housing available.

Apply in person at Wear Me Out T’s, 157 E. Elkhorn Ave. 586-2433 Maria

Are you self-motivated and a hard worker?

We need a part-time

Housekeeper for our small cabin resort.

-Your own cabin on site $450 month -Above average pay -Extensive housekeeping experience -Bilingual a plus -No pets, no smoking, no drugs

If this sounds like what you are looking for, please call us at (970) 586-4543

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Employment Director of Communications & Bus. Development What You Do: You develop & implement the marketing strategy & lead the creation of content for both print and online media of the Estes Park Economic Development Corporation. You conduct visits with local businesses to match them with free and lowcost technical resources, compile data and build

Employment JOIN OUR TEAM! The Town of Estes Park is accepting applications for:

Full-time Receptionist needed at busy Estes Park spa.

Spa etiquette, professionalism, friendliness, and ability to multi-task are a must.

Please email resumes to: Melissa@RiverspointeSpa.com

awareness of community-wide initiatives to promote economic vitality. You are a spokesperson in public settings and presentations.

Communications Center Manager Police Department Hiring Range $2,623.30 - $3,213.54 bi-weekly salary Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled

Police Officer I Police Department Hiring Range $25.85 – $28.44 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled (Town employment application required)

Who You Are: you are motivated to promote the creation of year-round business and job opportunities in the Estes Valley. You are comfortable in creating and editing the EDC website, using social media tools, creating e-newsletters and using a CRM. You also excel at meeting with diverse business owners and thrive in a public setting.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in related field, or two to four years of experience in communications, marketing, or public relations. Some knowledge of the local business community is a plus.

Salary range is $1,730.77 - $2,115.38 per bi-weekly pay period.

Where to apply: send your resume and cover letter to jnicholas@estesparkedc.com by 9 pm, Wednesday, January 20.

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FOR GROWING ENVIRONMENTAL COMPANY LOCATED IN ESTES PARK, CO. FULL-TIME WITH BENEFITS. REQUIRES EXTENSIVE REGIONAL AND OUT-OF STATE TRAVEL. EXPERIENCE IN OUTSIDE SALES AND MINIMUM EDUCATION OF B.S. OR EQUIVALENT. NO CALLS PLEASE. EMAIL CAREERS@BIOLYNCEUS.COM

Now Hiring for:

Checker $9.13 -$17.56 per hour Deli Clerk $11.28 - $15.26 per hour Bakery Clerk $11.70 - $15.18 per hour Cake Decorator $11.70 - $15.18 per hour Fresh Cuts $11.28 - $15.26 per hour

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Year Round Positions Assistant Chef PM Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager Housekeeping Crew Leader Outdoor Education Director Seasonal & Part Time (PT) Positions Family Programmers Housekeepers Lifeguards Program Desk Attendant Special Events Assistant (PT)

Silver Saddle

Now Hiring YEAR ROUND BREAKFAST / HOUSEKEEPING Part of the shifts will be breakfast.

Part of the shifts will be housekeeping. Must be able to work shifts between the hours of 5am and 4pm. Includes some light cooking as well as customer contact.

Must be a non-smoker.

Apply in person -orsend resume

Applications are available at: Town Hall 170 MacGregor Ave. Room 130 (Mon-Fri 8 am – 5 pm) or www.estes.org/ jobs

$12.00/ per hour.

Includes a sign-on bonus.

Return Application to: Town of Estes Park, Attn: HR PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517; or Fax 970-577-4770

BEST WESTERN PLUS Silver Saddle 1260 Big Thompson Avenue Email: cory@estesresort.com

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

No calls please

Postings & applications are on our website: ymcarockies.org/work (970) 586-3341 x1032

Kennel Attendant

Must be able to work weekends and able to lift 50lbs.

RENTALS Homes

Apply in person at 453 Pine River lane.

Year round work. Contact us at 970-586-4703

Now Hiring Wait Staff & PM Dishwasher Apply in person The Other Side Restaurant 900 Moraine Ave. 970-586-2171 Fuel Clerk $8.39 - $12.71 Pharmacy Tech $9.13 to start based on experience Floral Clerk $8.23 - $12.28 per hour based on experience Courtesy Clerk $8.23 - $12.28 per hour Applicant apply at: www.safeway.com/careers

RENTALS

RENTALS

Condos

Commercial Rentals

2 BD, 1 BA condos, 928 sq ft.1 yr lease / short term lease variable rates. Call Real Living - 1st Choice Real Estate Services at: 970-669-9696. Equal Opportunity Housing

New Office in the New Year! 1,348 sq.ft. New carpet and paint. Available by February. Front door parking, ADA bath, Reception and three offices. Call Peggy 970-232-5588.

For Rent or Buy for River Front Office space $339,000. 3 Bedroom, 2.5 970-586-1700 Bath condo. 1648 sq ft, fireplace, 2 car garage, N/S, Short Term N/P, Washer/Dryer. $1700/mo + util + dep. 1 yr Furnished Efficiency lease. Email: info@estesreNS/NP sort.com or 586-4476 $190/week, $675/month Utilities & Cable Included Apartments Call Todd @ 586-8141 SOUTH SAINT VRAIN Storage Units APARTMENTS 1631 AVALON DRIVE, ESTES PARK, CO Storage Unit 7.5 X 7.5 X Custom 3200 sq. ft. 4 TAKING APPLICATIONS 40 ft available now. For BR/3ba Home on 16 acres FOR 1 & 2 BEDROOM more info and pricing, call in the North End. 3 car APARTMENT SkyVIew Storage 2 BEDROOM APARTgarage. W/D, 2 gas 970-215-6006 MENTS AVAILABLE stoves, Pets OK APPLIANCES, LAUNDRY w/deposit.1 year lease.

Wants To Rent FACILITIES, CLOSE N/S, N/mmj, Decks and TO CHURCHES, the best Views in the valISO Commercial Lease SCHOOLS & SHOPPING. ley.$3000/month. First and Option in Zones CO, A, RRENT SUBSIDY last month plus $1000 2, or RM. 1500+ sq. ft.

AVAILABLE sec/dep. Ed 970-218-0053 Prefer yard, parking, or ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS APPLY open space nearby. Call / Furnished home, 3BDR, 970-586-6075 2 BA, 2 car garage, 3 text - (805) 727-3063 blocks from downtown. $2,000/mo. Call Pat, 303947-4569 Winter Rentals starting immediately through May 25. 1, 2 & 3 bedroom homes.

Call 303-435-0110

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Healthy, local, non-profit seeks long term commercial space to rent inside Estes Park city limits. A kitchen, bathroom, reception area and 2-3 rooms would be ideal.

Please contact Kimberly @ 586-2422 X701

Mature single w/25# well behaved, housebroken dog seeks 1BR. L/T, yr round to begin approx 3/1.

Will be in Estes 1/27-2/3.

N/S, responsible, ref avail.

Contact Jo@ Gatorlady1@msn.com/ 602-793-8255.

SERVICES SERVICES

SERVICES

Home Repair/Service Mikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Handyman Service in Estes Park 35+ years experience.

Winter Special: 3HRs for $99!

I WILL Return Your Callâ&#x20AC;?

605-391-8375

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

577-1755

Pet Care

TRANSPORTATION SUVs/CUVs For Sale Jeep Cherokee Sport.

1998 4-wheel drive, automatic, blue, good condition, new tires, 191,000 miles. $2400 - 970-231-2060. leave message.

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Domestically Wild Canine Spa (970)480-7011 Certified ALL BREED Show and Pet Styles GENTLE DESHEDS Effective DENTALS Humanity B4 Vanity

Professional Pet Sitting in your home.

Bonded, insured, pet CPR instructor, compassionate.

For daily walks or vacation visits.

Renee, 232-6231.

Caregiving Foot/Nail Care Incl. foot soak, toenail cutting, callus removal, massage. Clinic and home visits.

Cynthia Soguero, RN The â&#x20AC;&#x153;FOOT CARE NURSEâ&#x20AC;?

970-443-8494

Firewood Firewood $200 per cord Split Pine Aspen Available Free Delivery Stacking Available 419 635 6689

HOUSEHOLD

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Appliances

CJM Services inc. is offering professional snow removal. We are insured and licensed with over 20 years of experiences in snow removal in the estes valley. Driveway prices starting as low as $35.00!

970-690-0772

Shutter Crazy Photos by Leanne, covering all kinds of photography.

Call or text 970-214-3622

HOUSEHOLD Furniture

Stainless Maytag appliances - newer, matching.

French dr fridge - $800 obo, OTR micro - $200 obo, dishwasher - $200 obo. Call 970-215-3532.

REAL ESTATE

SALES 2nd annual flea market at the American Legion March 19. Call for table pricing and details.

586-6119

STORAGE UNIT AUCTION. Sunday Jan 17.

2pm. Comanche Self Storage, 1170 Woodstock. Call 231-1068 for details.

NOTICES Commercial Commercial Spaces for sale and lease.

Call Eric. Anderson Realty. 586-2950

Legal Notices

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Kathy . Bartholomew Gibson, Deceased. Case Number 16 PR 4. All persons having claims against the aboveSALES named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to Garage Sales District Court of Larimer County, Colorado on or before May 15, 2015, or the ESTATE SALE/YARD SALE; Need to have one claims may be forever but seems overwhelming? barred. Personal Representative Benjamin Alan We do the work, you make Gibson, 3507 Edward Avthe money. Local, Afford- enue, Springdale, AR able, References. Call 72762 NOW 970-215-5548

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523 St. Vrain Lane, Estes Park, CO 80517 970-586-3333 | 800-401-7750 Christian Collinet Broker/Owner 970-231-8570 Mindy Stone Office Coordinator Ellen Benes Client Liaison Brad Barnett Broker Assoc. 970-212-6780 Jeremy Collinet Broker Assoc. 970-302-1850

Julia Daley Broker Assoc. 720-937-0806 Sue Magnuson GRI, Broker. Assoc. 970-214-0319

Investment Property

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Perfect combination of 4 residential and 3 commercial spaces that has flexible space for office, show room, retail, or a work/live occupancy. Well established center in the downtown commercial zone, with strong anchor tenant, plenty of parking and good visibility. Fully leased and extensive updating completed in 2014-15 provides for a simplified investment. $1,095,000 386 West Riverside Drive

Judy Nystrom GRI, Broker. Assoc. 303-506-5466 Glinda Doyle Assistant to Judy Nystrom Mike Richardson GRI, CNE, Broker Assoc. 970-215-2722 Heidi Riedesel CNE, Broker Assoc. 970-691-7083 Lori Smith Broker Assoc. 970-232-5511 Jack Smith Broker Assoc. 970-231-7327 Tom Thomas Broker Assoc. 970-481-3619

Exceptional & Spacious Remodeled Townhome

NE W

Great room features floor to ceiling FP & access to outdoor entertainment area. It opens to remodeled designer kitchen with new SS appliances & granite countertops. Upper two bedrooms have vanities, share 3/4 bath & the open loft family rm w/ mountain views. Lower level includes games, fireplace & steam shower bath & BR. Complex is easy walk to Big Thompson River, downtown & RMNP $695,000 503 Riverrock Circle

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Call All Fly Fishing Enthusiasts!

• 2 Bedroom/ 1 Full Bath • Wood Burning Stove • 23x15 Rec Room • Oversized Attached 1-Car Garage • Large Deck & Fenced Yard $219,000 81 Hot Spur Lane

Spacious Home with Divide Views • 3Bedroom/ 3 Bath • Open Floor Plan • Great Room w/ Fireplace • Continental Divide Views • Passive Solar Heat $495,000 601 Steamer Drive

Estes Park Living at Its Best • To-Be- Built 3 Bed/ 3Bath • Main Level Master • Open Floor Greatroom • Deck to Enjoy the Views • Contract Now & Choose the Finishes! $515,000 1145 Fish Creek Road

Cottage on the River!

• 2 Bedroom/ 1 Bath • Open Kitchen/Living Room • Peaceful River Sounds & Views • Sunny Patio with Views of Wildlife • Fly Fishing Right Outside $249,000 2458 US Highway 34

Spacious Custom Log Home • 4500 sf • 4 Bedroom/4 Bath • Moss Rock Fireplace • Stainless Appliances • Fenced Yard/Deck/Hot tub

Unique Home on 5.77 Acres • 2Bed/1 Bath on One Side • MBR & ¾ Bath On Second Side • 1151 sf Workshop/Garage • Separate 2BR Cabin + Storage Shed • 5.77 Beautiful Acres

$749,500 951 Woodland Court

$395,000 1170 Spruce Mountain Drive

Luxury and Serenity

Privacy and Views

• Luxurious Home on 7.88 Acres • Gourmet Kitchen w/ wood fired pizza oven • 3 Bedroom Suites • 4400sf Rec-Room w/ 50’s Diner • Gardens & Sweeping Mountain Views 3005 Grey Fox Drive - $2,495,000

• 35 Acres w/ Gated Entrance • Driveway with 2 Building Sites • Septic & Electricity • 2- 2500 Gallon Cisterns • 360 Degree Views $305,000 456 Storm Mountain Drive

Explore all of Estes Park at www.FirstColoradoRealty.com