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Beautiful Bobcat Standing Up To The Wind

Estes Park experienced some serious winter winds last week with weather stations in our area registering 72 mph gusts. Those winds however, didn't stop this big bobcat from prowling for food.

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LWV And EDC To Hold Second Discussion Of Housing Needs January 10 On January 10th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the Town Board Room of Estes Park Town Hall, the League of Women Voters of Estes Park (LWVEP) and the Economic Development Corporation of Estes Park (EDC) will host a second panel discussion of the critical need for more workforce housing in the Estes Valley.

The program will be moderated by EDC Board of Directors Chair Jim Pickering and will feature five panelists: Jeffrey Boring of the Estes Valley Land Trust, Naomi Hawf, Housing Director of the Estes Park Housing Authority, Eric Blackhurst, Board Chair of the Estes Park Housing Authority, Jon Nicholas, EDC President and CEO, and Randy Hunt, Community Development Director of the Town of Estes Park.

The program will focus on possible solutions by exploring the areas of incentives for developers, possible code changes, land availability and finding alternative revenue sources. There will be a third program, to be held later in the spring, which will be a town hall discussion and will involve significant input from the community.

For more information, please contact Liz Zornes at 970-480-1888.

All Your Wedding Needs In One DestinationEstes Park Bridal Show

The Estes Park Wedding Association welcomes couples to Estes Park on Sunday, February 25, 2018 for the Annual Bridal Show. This group of qualified wedding venues and wedding vendors are committed to providing the very best in destination mountain weddings and will be showcasing their premiere services at the Estes Park Events Complex, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

The show will feature wedding industry professionals from all sectors, including venues, caterers, florists, cake bakers, wedding planners, officiants, DJs, photographers, and more. Couples will be able to meet qualified wedding professionals and plan their dream mountain wedding. Guests of the bridal show will also be eligible to enter a grand prize drawing.

Joe D’Alessandro, current President of the Estes Park Wedding Association

stated, “It’s an honor to be a part of the Estes Park Wedding Association and Colorado’s Premier Wedding Destination. Engagement season is now here!

Meet your Wedding Dream Team and let us be a part of the excitement while planning your wedding day. �

The Estes Park Wedding Association Bridal Show will be held from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 25 at the Estes Park Event Center (1125 Rooftop Way). General admission is $10 for the first attendee and $5 for each additional guest in their party. Tickets are available at the door or online at www.estesparkweddings.com/bridalshow.

Learn more about the Estes Park Wedding Association, including a list of current members, at the website you’ll find at estesparkweddings.com.

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Home Invasion Robbery In Pinewood Springs 12/31/2017 On 12/31/2017, at approximately 12:52 a.m., Larimer County Sheriff ’s Office Deputies were dispatched to the Estes Park Medical Center to meet a victim of a robbery. An adult male had come to the emergency room with non-life threatening facial injuries and lower leg stab wounds. Emergency Room personnel believed he had been involved in an altercation and contacted the Larimer County Sheriff ’s Office.

Deputies interviewed the victim who said that he and his family were in their home in the Pinewood Springs area when there was a knock at the door.

When he answered the door, it was forced open by four individuals. The suspects then assaulted the male and two

additional residents. The four suspects fled the residence after taking valuables. The two other victims sustained minor injuries.

The Larimer County Sheriff ’s Office does not believe there is a continuing public safety threat. The investigation of this incident is ongoing and no additional information is available.

Anyone with information regarding this incident or any crime is asked to call Larimer County Sheriff ’s Office Investigator Chris Melvin at 970-4985163 or Crime Stoppers at 970-2216868 where you will remain anonymous and possibly be eligible for a cash reward.

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.

December 24 At 7:49 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1690 Big Thompson Ave. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

December 25 At 9:52 a.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to 880 East Ln. for an alarm activation.

December 26 At 3:57 a.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to 1431 Vail Ct. for a detector activation.

At 2:43 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to mile marker 2 on Highway 36 for a MVC. December 27 At 12:38 a.m. an EVFPD officer was paged for an odor investigation.

At 2:32 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 200 Canyon River Rd. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

December 28 At 12:31 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1030 S. Saint Vrain Ave. for arcing power lines with possible tree on fire.

December 29 At 2:15 a.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to 345 Park View Ln. for a detector activation.

At 11:08 a.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to assist another agency.

At 10:13 p.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to 1869 Red Tail Hawk Dr. for a detector activation.

Life Choices Thanks GCI Inc. Life Choices Pregnancy Center of Estes Park would like to thank GCI Inc. for building a beautiful advocate room for our pregnancy center. All the supplies and labor were donated to our nonprofit. Because of their generosity, we have an additional room to meet with our clients in private. Thank Andy Human, Clint Friesen and team!

Public Notice Of Estes Valley Fire Protection Dist.

2018 Meetings PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that beginning January 1, 2018, the regular meetings of the Board of Directors of the ESTES VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT will be held every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at 6:00 P.M. These meetings will be held at the Dannels Fire Station located at 901 N. St. Vrain Avenue, Estes Park, Colorado. The Agenda outline of each regular Board meeting will be posted at the Dannels Fire Station 24 hours before the meeting.

DATED: January 1, 2018 ESTES VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Doug Klink, President of the Board Erika Goetz, Recording Secretary of the Board

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January Meeting For Democrats In Estes Valley The Estes Park branch of the Larimer County Democrats will hold a general meeting at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 14, in the Wasson Room of the Estes Valley Library on East Elkhorn Avenue in Estes Park.

This meeting is for Democrats and Democratic Precinct Captains in Estes Valley, including precincts 410 through 417. These precincts cover Estes Park addresses, as well as various addresses in Drake, Glen Haven, Pinewood Springs, and Lyons. Unaffiliated voters who are interested in working with the Democrats for 2018 elections are also invited to attend.

On January 14, general information will be presented for all Democrats from 2:00 to 2:30 p.m. and will cover 2018 elections and other important 2018 dates. Starting at 2:30 p.m. a representative from the Colorado Democratic Party will lead a training session for Precinct Captains. Other Democrats interested in working with the Precinct Captains and becoming more involved with the 2018 Democratic elections are welcome to remain for the training session.

Please note that participation in the 2018 Democratic Caucuses requires that

Democratic voters who are currently registered as “unaffiliated” MUST become formally affiliated as a Democrat in the Colorado State voter registration system no later than Monday, January 8, 2018. The 2018 Democratic Caucuses for all precincts in Colorado, including Estes Park and Pinewood Springs, will be held on Tuesday, March 6.

In order to check your voter affiliation and correct affiliation status if necessary, please visit the Colorado Secretary of State’s voter registration website no later than January 8 at www.GoVoteColorado.com.

Note that last year’s changes to Colorado law impacting unaffiliated voters only apply to voting procedures in the June, 2018 primary. Those changes do not allow unaffiliated voters to participate in major political party caucuses.

For future calendar planning, the local chapter of the Democratic Party plans to hold monthly meetings during 2018.

Please watch local newspapers for announcements of dates and locations.

For more information, you may email Vicky Henry, Democratic PCP Coordinator for House District 49, at DemsVHenry@yahoo.com.

Auditions Announced For Fine Arts Guild Production Of “Private Lives” The Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies announces auditions for it spring production of Private Lives by Noel Coward, (1899-1973), to be directed by Greig Steiner. Auditions will be held at the Hempel Auditorium, YMCA of the Rockies, 2515 Tunnel Rd. on Sunday, January 7, 2:00 p.m. and Monday, January 8, 6:30 p.m. Call backs, January 9, 6:30 p.m. If neither of the audition times is convenient, you may call Greig Steiner at 970-5863358 or email at agsteiner@beyondbb.com to set up a mutually agreeable time to meet.

Perusal scripts are available at the Estes Valley Library.

Rehearsals will begin shortly after casting. Production dates are March 16, 17, 18, 23, and 24 at Hempel Auditorium, YMCA of the Rockies.

The play is one of Coward’s most famous and enduring comedies. It centers around two couples who are honeymooning in France in a resort by the sea.

The couples by chance have suites next

to one another with adjoining terraces and Elyot, now married to Sibyl, is enjoying the view when the woman from the other couple, Amanda comes onto her terrace and he realizes that she is his former wife. When Sibyl and Elyot, having champagne on their terrace, are discovered by Amanda, the fun begins.

There are wonderful scenes for each of the four principal characters; Elyot and Sibyl Chase and Victor and Amanda Prynne, as well as a character part of a French maid (who speaks only French) of indiscriminate age and considerable comic opportunity. The age of the actors is not critical but the principals should be able to “play” characters between the ages of 25 and 50 or so. The French maid can be of any age up to an active 75. Actors are asked to sign up for an audition time at: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e04 49a5ad23abfa7-auditions Come join in the fun of a great play written by a master of comedy.

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EVRPD To Hold Final Public Meeting And Job Fair Before Opening Community Center Estes Valley Recreation and Park District (EVRPD), provider of numerous recreational and community activities in Estes Valley, announced the final public meeting and job fair prior to opening the Estes Valley Community Center (EVCC).

On January 10, 2018, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Estes Park High School Commons, EVRPD will host a joint event to answer any final questions about the construction of the community center.

EVRPD human resources will also be on site to provide information about job openings at the new community center.

“We want to provide the community with a final opportunity to ask questions and learn about the amenities within the facility,” said Teresa Jackson, Manager of Community Center Operations. “Although much of the facility is the same as was originally planned back in 2015, we have made additions and modifications to improve upon the original scope of the 70,000-square foot, multigenerational facility.”

The program will include a review of facility amenities and fees at the top of each hour during the meeting followed by a question and answer session.

EVRPD departments, including recreation, senior services, community center and aquatics, will have booths set up with information about specific program offerings at the community center.

For attending the event, all attendees will be entered into an hourly drawing for two four-punch passes after each presentation.

“As part of the event, I will be on hand to accept applications and answer questions about job openings at the new facility as well as provide an initial look at summer seasonal jobs,” said Suzanne Landkamer, Human Resources Manager

for EVRPD. “In particular, we are seeking qualified candidates for part-time positions as lifeguards, guest service staff, custodial staff, child-watch attendants and specialty class instructors for our new community center.”

The Estes Valley Community Center continues to stay on schedule for a late February 2018 opening. At the most recent project status meeting, Adolfson and Peterson Construction, the company guiding the project from start to finish, announced that the construction progress exceeded 90 percent completion.

For more information about the new community center, to purchase a membership or inquire about room reservations, visit evrpd.com or call 970-5868189.

About the Estes Valley Community Center: The new Estes Valley Community Center is a 70,000-square-foot, state-ofthe-art facility scheduled to open in February 2018. The center is envisioned as a comprehensive, multi-generational destination with a robust schedule of classes, a multipurpose gymnasium, indoor walking and jogging track, lazy river with interactive play features and slide in a natatorium, group fitness facilities, large community room with kitchen, golf simulator, senior services and drop-in childcare.

About Estes Valley Recreation and Park District: Estes Valley Recreation and Park District is a quasi-municipal corporation and political subdivision of the State of Colorado. Established in 1955, the organization’s goals are to plan, direct, organize and implement recreational programs, manage facilities and provide public park and recreation opportunities for residents and visitors of the District, an area that encompasses 320 square miles.

Woman’s Club Meeting January 10 The Estes Park Woman's Club will greet the New Year's gathering at Claire's on the Park at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 10th.

Following the $20 luncheon Anne Rogers will present the program, "The Stanley Historic Home Foundation".

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EPMC Foundation Thanks Past And Welcomes New Board Members On January 1, 2018, five new board members joined the Estes Park Medical Center Foundation. The new members, Brad Anderson, David Brewer, MD, Debby Hughes, Stan Osborne and Bill Solms, JD, each bring valuable expertise, skills and enthusiasm to their new volunteer position. The New Year also brought a change in officers for the Foundation – Tim Hull assumed the role of Board President; Russ Schneider, Vice President; Jeff Cheley, Brad Anderson Secretary; and Tara Moenning continues as Treasurer.

The new members fill open seats previously held by Shelley Doggett, Wayne Park, Longley Parker, OD, and Ken TeSelle. Shelley, Wayne and Longley were recognized and thanked for serving two full terms at the last board meeting in 2017. Audrey TeSelle attended to accept board service recognition for her husband Ken TeSelle who passed away just before completing six years of service.

“We have a very David Brewer, MD active board with whom I enjoy working immensely,” said Kevin Mullin, EPMC Foundation Executive Director. “I appreciate what each of the four previous directors brought to our board and look forward to getting to know our newest board members. I am confident that they will also be great assets as we work to ensure that vital funds are available for the addition and expansion of necessary equipment and services at the Medical Center.”

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Brad has experience serving on a number of nonprofit boards.

The last eight years of his halfcentury career as a cardiologist, David Brewer, MD, was the Chief of Cardiology at Oklahoma State University Medical Center and taught young cardiology fellows to open occluded arteries in heart attack victims. Dr. Brewer and his wife, Loretta, relocated to Estes Park from Oklahoma. The couple is excited to now be full-time residents in Estes.

Debby Hughes is a former Foundation board president, long-time donor, volunteer and friend of The Foundation.

Her family has deep roots in the community and with the Medical Center. In fact, a generous gift from her grandfather, Roger Knutsson, allowed the Park Hospital District to purchase land and begin plans for our community’s hospital.

Debby and her husband, Leo, have lived in Estes Park for forty years and are members of the EPMC Legacy Society. The two are technically retired but still design and build custom furniture and architectural woodwork.

A Colorado native, Stan Osborne served as a pilot in the Air Force for 21 years and then flew for Southwest Airlines for 22 years.

Stan and his wife, Kathye, moved to

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Estes in 2016 and enjoy singing in their church choir, hiking, golfing and being active in the Newcomers Club.

Prior to retiring, Bill Solms was a lawyer specializing in the areas of labor and employment, estate planning, probate, cataStan Osborne strophic accidents, medical negligence, accounting malpractice and product liability. His wife, Marianne, was an RN and taught nursing at the University of Alabama. The two enjoy long road trips across the country in their motorhome but have now established Estes Park as their home base. In addition to serving on the EPMC Foundation Board, Bill is the Sergeant at Arms for the Bill Solms, JD Estes Park Noon Rotary Club.

The EPMC Foundation’s volunteer governing Board of Directors is comprised of Estes Valley residents and busi-

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ness community members. Board members partner with the Foundation in support of the Medical Center by actively engaging in fundraising efforts, acting as personal advocates for the organization, supporting staff and financially contributing to the Foundation in a significant way.

The Board is responsible for providing direction for the Foundation including how resources are distributed to various departments, programs and/or activities at EPMC. Most recently the Foundation worked with donors to fund 35 comfortable new beds for residents at Prospect Park Living Center, EPMC’s 5-star skilled nursing facility.

If you have questions about current Foundation initiatives, contact Kevin Mullin, at 970-5774306 or kmullin@epmedcenter.com.

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From left to right: retiring board members Longley Parker, OD, Wayne Park and Shelley Doggett; Tim Hull, incoming board president, Kevin Mullin, executive director; and Audrey TeSelle accepting board service recognition for her husband Ken TeSelle who passed away just before completing six years of service.

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January Programs Announced For Non-Profit Leaders Nonprofits leaders, staff, board and volunteers are invited to participate in three great programs this month that are sure to kick start your New Year’s resolutions!

1. Thursday, January 11, Noon – 1:30 p.m.

Lunch & Learn Roundtable Discussion – Session 5 of Ten Basic Responsibilities of Nonprofit Boards – Ensuring Legal & Ethical Integrity AND Enhancing the Organization’s Public Standing Honduis Room, Estes Valley Library Free You must RSVP for this session, so please visit www.epnonprofit.org and click on the program on the home page under “News & Events.”

Because the board is ultimately responsible for ensuring adherence to legal standards and ethical norms, its members should collectively exhibit diligence, commitment, and vigilance to keep their house in order. The organization’s reputation and public standing require everyone to take three watchwords seriously: compliance, transparence, and accountability. Board members also serve as a link between the organization and its members, stakeholders, constituents and clients. They should think of themselves as the organization’s ambassadors and advocates – hopefully even long after they leave their board memberships.

Bring your lunch and join us for this interesting and important Lunch & Learn.

2. Thursday, January 18, 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Workshop – The Nonprofit Self Study: Improving your organization’s effectiveness Fellowship Hall – Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies $5 EPNRC Members, $25 Nonmembers (fee includes a hard copy of Self Study Workbook) Register by Friday, January 12 at www.epnonprofit.org and click on the program on the home page under “News & Events” How do you know if your nonprofit is on track? Do you need help preparing for your annual retreat? Would you like to develop objectives for the next one to three years? A self study may be just the thing your organization needs (every organization should conduct a self study periodically!) A self study can assist you in identifying your or-

ganization’s strengths and weaknesses and areas where you may need improvement.

Nonprofit board members and staff are invited to join us for this very important workshop presented by Bob Dickeson, local nonprofit consultant and President Emeritus of the University of Northern Colorado. Bob has developed a very useful tool – The Nonprofit Self Study – a self-assessment tool for improving organizational effectiveness. He will lead us through a discussion of: • What is a self study? Why do a self study?

• Who should conduct the self study?

• What can you do with the results of a self study?

A digital version of this resource is provided free of charge to EPNRC members.

Hard copies will be available for all workshop participants.

3. Monday, January 29, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.

Workshop - Introduction to Finding Grants – a facilitated recorded webinar Hondius Room, Estes Valley Library Free To register, visit www.epnonprofit.org and click on the event on the home page under “News & Events.”

This Foundation Center recorded webinar is facilitated by the EPNRC Executive Director, Jill Lancaster and is geared to new professionals or volunteers in the nonprofit world. If you are new to the field of grantseeking, this program will be very beneficial. Discover what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential funders.

You will learn the 10 most important things you need to know about finding grants, including: Who funds nonprofits and what are their motivations.

What do funders really want to know about the organizations they are interested in funding.

How do you identify potential funders and make the first approach.

For more information on these or other programs and services of the Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center, please contact Jill Lancaster, Executive Director at director@epnonprofit.org or 970-480-7805.

Read our Virtual E-Edition at www.epnews.com ‘Tis a new year. Time to wash away the grime of last year and begin with a clean slate, or bed, in my case. New year, bright start, and not just clean sheets but fresh blankets and bedspreads too.

With symbolic optimism, I recently hauled my armloads of bed-dressing to a washateria. (Normally I call it a Laundromat but to be correct I have to capitalize the word, which doesn’t feel right. You see, Laundromat was originally a proprietary name for a Westinghouse Electric Corporation washing machine—a combination of launder and automatic. So I’ll be a good and proper journalist and capitalize it in this column, but I don’t like doing it.)

Back to the laundry itself: I rarely visit a public laundry facility, and am grateful I don’t have to. I have the luxury to do my wash in the comfort of my own home at any time, day or night, without having to sit by the machine to make sure no one takes one of my socks.

But the washers and dryers in a Laundromat are big enough to handle blankets and bedspreads and my machines can’t, so I opted to spend an afternoon in one of these coin-operated laundries to get the job done in one fell swoop. It was loads of fun. As the woman who ran the place helped people get quarters out of the change machine and stop them from pounding on the candy machine when the candy wouldn’t fall into the tray, I wandered around the steamy room reading the plaques she had covering the walls. Along with people-watching, reading these ditties made for cheap entertainment. Some are about spouses, others about kids. Some evoke a chuckle, others are words to live by. See if you find one that resonates with you: • The trout, the whole trout and nothing but the trout, so help me cod.

• A recent study has found that women who carry around a little extra weight live longer than the men who mention it.

• My husband needs glasses—he still doesn’t see things my way.

• Marriage is fun some of the time. Trouble is you’re married all of the time.

• I’d agree but then we’d both be wrong.

• My husband needed more space so I locked him outside.

• If at first you don’t succeed, try doing it the way your wife told you.

• We may not have it all together but together we have it all.

• Every time I hear that dirty word EX-

ERCISE, I wash my mouth out with CHOCOLATE. • People who are organized are just too lazy to look for things.

• The older I get the better I was.

• Changing the toilet paper does not cause brain damage.

• There will be no working during drinking hours.

• Warning: Consumption of alcohol may lead you to think people are laughing with you.

• You don’t have to be crazy to work here.

We’ll train you.

• Housework won’t kill you but why take the chance?

• I only have a kitchen because it came with the house.

• If you want breakfast in bed, sleep in the kitchen.

• Teenagers: Tired of being harassed by your parents? ACT NOW! Move out. Get a job. Pay your bills while you still know everything.

• We had to get rid of the kids. The cat was allergic.

• Insanity is hereditary. You get it from your kids.

• A father is someone who carries pictures in his wallet where his money used to be.

• Laundry today or naked tomorrow.

• Normal is just a setting on the washing machine.

• Life is too short to fold fitted sheets.

• I’m just glad wrinkles don’t hurt.

• Irony: the opposite of wrinkly.

• Expect nothing. Appreciate everything.

• Worry is a waste of the imagination.

• Do one thing every day that makes you happy.

• The most important things are not things.

• Whatever you are, be a good one. (attributed to Abraham Lincoln) • It’s nice to be important but more important to be nice.

• The purpose of life is a life of purpose.

And last but not least: • Top 10 reasons to procrastinate: 1) I’ll get back to you later on that.

You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2018 Sarah Donohoe

Sassy Needs A New, Forever Home For The New Year

mal Medical Center on Manford Avenue to meet Sassy or call 586-9282 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; Sassy is a sweet seven year old spayed, and promote community involvement in female tabby cat who loves kids! She is the use of pets as therapeutic agents (e.g., good with other cats and dogs. She is ex- in nursing homes). For more informacited to find a home where she will enjoy tion, contact Carolyn Fairbanks, Presilifelong love and happiness. dent of the Pet Association at (970) Stop down to the Pet Lodge at the Ani586-5121.

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Estes Park Repertoire Theatre Company To Present Comedy Skits The Estes Park Repertoire Theatre Company is preparing its second production of the season. “Comedies for Readers Theatre� by Drena Heizer is a series of ten short vignettes about everything from community theater to drug side affects to a very uncomfortable college reunion. In readers theatre, the performers read from the script, allowing the audience to picture the action.

There are no sets, costumes, or memorized lines.

Cast members who will be creating a

variety of characters include Sallie Brackman, Bruce Brackman, Michael Dzik, LoAnne Forschmiedt, Rik Forschmiedt, Christann Higley, CJ Jensen, Joan Parlette, Elizabeth Potter, Cassie Weber and Michael Young.

These comedies will be presented at American Legion Post 119 on January 26-28 and February 2-4. The Friday and Saturday performances will be at 7:00 p.m., and the Sunday performances will be matinees at 2:00 p.m. Tickets will go on sale soon at Macdonald Book Shop.

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Town Board To Review Downtown Parking Management Plan Study Session is expected to begin at 5 p.m., although the final time and agenda will be posted at www.estes.org/ boardsandmeetings Estes Park's draft Downtown Parking Management Plan is complete and will be presented to the Town Board at the Study Session Jan. 9, 2018, in room 202 at Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Ave. Community members, business owners and other stakeholders are encouraged to come and learn about the proposed document and implementation plan. To review the draft document, visit the project website at www.estesdowntownplan.com/parking.

The public comment period on the document is now closed.

The purpose of the study session is to present the draft Downtown Parking Management Plan and receive comments from the Town Board. The Town's consultant, Kimley-Horn, will summarize the public involvement process undertaken in 2017 and present the key recommendations of

the plan which include: special permits for downtown residents, a three-phase schedule for implementing paid parking, the cost/revenue projections for the program, and potential future parking structure site selection. Pending favorable review at the study session, the plan will be presented to the Town Board for adoption Jan. 23, 2018, concurrently with the recently completed Downtown Plan.

The Town of Estes Park initiated this community planning process in April 2017 to establish a long-term vision for the future of downtown parking. When complete, the Estes Park Downtown Parking Management Plan will be used to guide future downtown parking development. Increased population and increasing competition for destination visitors create a new set of challenges for downtown parking.

For additional information, please visit the project website at www.estesdowntownplan.com/parking.

Genealogical Society Meeting If you made a New Year’s resolution to find out more about your ancestors and family history, and need a little support to get started, then you’ll want to attend the meeting of the Estes Park Genealogical Society on Thursday, January 11 at 4:00 p.m. in the Hondius Room of the Estes Valley Library. This month’s meeting will be a Members Helping Members workshop, an opportunity for beginning genealogists to get started with assistance from more experienced researchers.

Members and guests alike are encouraged to bring their genealogical questions,

“brick walls” and share family research success stories. This will be a good time to ask those questions you’ve been wishing to know the answers to! Laptops with various genealogical subscription services will be available for research.

The Society meets the second Thursday of every month from January through November in the library, offering a wide variety of programs and workshops. Anyone interested in genealogy and family history research is welcome to attend the meetings.

DAO Enrichment Program Making Leaders Of Today’s Youth With much anticipation, Wu Dang Chen and DaoUSA (a 501(c) 3 corporation) proudly announce the launch of the Dao Leadership Enrichment Program, scheduled to begin January 2018.

Four weekend introductory courses will be offered at Dao House in Estes Park, Colorado, with the first January 20-21, 2018. Subsequent sessions will occur in February and March 2018. We invite you to partake of one or more of these leadership enrichment courses.

The Dao Leadership Enrichment Program course offerings will serve the intellectually curious middle school and high school students, parents and adults seeking a well-rounded continuing education, alternative perspectives and life philosophies. This unique approach allows you to discover, learn about and explore topics that are relevant for the modern times, enrich your leadership development and extend your academic pursuits!

• Stimulate your mind, awaken your curiosity and engage in the exploration of Eastern and Western modalities • Rich philosophical, spiritual, cultural and community oriented non-credit courses Sign up for one of our exciting courses and offerings through the Dao Leader-

ship Enrichment Program that will be presented.

- Integrative Daoism | A Philosophy for the Modern World January 20-21, 2018 | Saturday 9:30 a.m – 4:00 p.m. & Sunday 8:30 a.m – 4:30 p.m.

Organic lunch provided daily - Grand Harmony | The Polarities of Life that Make our Lives a Challenge, Beautiful and Amazing February 3-4, 2018 | Saturday 9:30 a.m – 4:00 p.m. & Sunday 8:30 a.m – 4:00 p.m.

Organic lunch provided daily - Goal Setting | Set a Roadmap for Your Life and Your Health February 24 – 25, 2018 | Saturday 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. & Sunday 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Organic lunch provided daily - Return to Simplicity | Focus on what is Important in Life, Diffusing the Stresses of Everyday life March 10 – 11, 2018 | Saturday 9:30 a.m – 4:00 p.m. & Sunday 8:30 a.m – 4:30 p.m. Organic lunch provided daily For more information or registration call 970-577-3103. Dao House is located at 6120 Highway 7, Estes Park, CO.

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The Estes Arts District PresentsFirst Friday! Art Groove

Bring in the new year with an adventure in art. Explore our beautiful town, find new art, meet interesting new people and enjoy good company during the First Friday! Art Groove January 5th starting at 5 p.m. There will be show openings, tasty snacks to enjoy and artists to meets in the fine galleries to be found on the tour. Bring a friend or come out and meet some new friends and perhaps find a delightful piece of art to take home with you. Download a locator a map from the website at www.estesartsdistrict.org 1- The Studio Fine Art & Framing, 541 Big Thompson Ave. (behind theater/Stanley Village). Show hosting local artists-featuring the work of Jerry Allison, Robert Wands, Karole Sharp, Karen McPherson, Mary Darracott, Dawn Normal, Heidi Conrad, Greig Steiner, Sonny Perschbacher, Hannah Shook, K C Benson, Julie Leidel, Blair Hamill and Greg Miles. Great art, great food & delicious people. 5-8 p.m.

2- The Art Center of Estes Park, 517 Big Thompson Ave. “Meet the New Artists ” - opening reception featuring artists who joined the Art Center in 2017 - Scott Dorman, Mark Hackmeier, Betty Horschler, Dawn Wilson. Serving tasty snacks and beverages. 5-8 p.m.

3- Earthwood Artisans, 360 E. Elkhorn Ave. Join the party! Aim your New Year’s path towards arty merriment and explore artwork from over 120 arti-

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sans in one gallery. Enjoy complementary food and refreshments. Bring your friends and enjoy an art celebration. 5-7 p.m.

4- Bear Necessities and Cubs, 201 Park Lane. Local and regional artwork featuring batik, oil, watercolor, photography, pottery, jewelry, children's books & accessories. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. with cider & cookies.

5- Earthwood Collections, 141 E. Elkhorn Ave. A perfect show for the wintertime art explorer. See fine art and handcraft from over 150 American artists. We will have complementary food and refreshments. Come enjoy the First Friday Art Celebration in town and perhaps find that new great piece of art to take home. 5-7 p.m.

6- Creatabilities Learning Center & Studio, 343 S. St .Vrain Ave, #4 - Peak to Peak Plaza. Come join us for an evening of painting with Lani Vlaanderen of Riverhawke Studio and Vicki Henderson of Wild Iris Arts! Refreshments and art supplies provided. 5:30-8:30 p.m.

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A GREAT SPIRIT FOR THE NEW YEAR As we begin this New Year it is always good to challenge ourselves to make it a very special year.

One way to do this is by looking at the spirit of those described by others as having a great spirit of kindness and thoughtfulness. I found one such story in the book, Baskets of Silver, written by Roy Angell. He tells about a friend who said, “Roy, I’ve got to tell you about my Christmas! It was the greatest I’ve ever had!” Before Christmas the man’s wealthy brother had given him a new, very expensive, car.

He was thrilled. A couple of days before Christmas, as he left his office to get into his new car, a young boy, obviously from a poorer family, approached. As the man fit the key into the car door lock, the boy asked, “Mister, is that your car?” The man told him it was. “What did it cost you?” asked the boy.

“Why, it didn’t cost me anything. My brother gave it to me.”

“You mean,” said the boy, “Your brother give it to you and it didn’t cost you nothin’?” “That’s right,” smiled the man, “My brother give it to me and it didn’t cost me nothin’.” The boy thought for a moment. Then he said, “I wish…” The man just knew what he was wishing…that he had a brother who would give him a car like this. But the boy surprised him. “I wish I could be a brother like that.”

“What’d you say?” asked the man in astonishment. “I said,” repeated the boy, “I wish that I could be a brother like that.”

The man was ashamed, having not sensed that the boy could harbor such unselfish thoughts. “l’lI tell you what,” said the man, “Why don’t you get in and I’ll take you for a ride in it.” “Oh, I couldn’t do that, I’d get the seats dirty.” The man laughed, “You might be dirty on the outside, but you’re mighty clean inside. You’ll do my car good. Hop in.” The boy got in, eyes big with wonder, as he saw the leather seats and flashy dash board.

As they cruised along, the boy turned to the man and said, “Mister, would you mind driving to where I live?” The man smiled. He knew what he wanted…family and friends to see him get out of a big new car like this. “Sure,” said the man. The boy’s directions took them to a tenement building in an older part of the city. When he parked, the boy jumped out. “Would you please wait here a minute?

I’ll be back in a jiffy.” The boy disappeared up the stairs. The man waited, smiling. He knew what he wanted… someone to see the nice car he had ridden in. Shortly, the boy came down, carrying a younger boy whose legs seemed to hang uselessly from his hips. He sat the boy on the lower step, pointed to the car and said, “There it is, Buddy, just like I told you. His brother give it to him for nothin’. And when I grow up I’m gonna give you one just like it.”

The man climbed out of the car, ashamed that he had misjudged the young man again. “So this is the reason you want to be a brother like that?” Yessir,” said the boy. “You see, I go down to the store and look in the windows and try to remember all the pretty things there, but I can’t tell him about them very well. But someday I’m gonna give my brother a car so he can go see them for himself.”

“Tell you what,” said the man, now humbled and very touched, “we’re not going to wait until then.

I’m going to take you both in the car and we’ll go see those things today, and I’m going let you each pick out anything you want. I’m buying” And he did, along with a Christmas tree and many other presents. The man finished his story with his face aglow. “It was the greatest Christmas I’ve ever had!”

By the end of 2018, I hope that you and I will become ‘a brother like that’. If we do, it will be the greatest year we’ve ever had. May your New Year be blessed…and a blessing, to your family and all you know.

Bob

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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library Creating Young Readers: Children and Families Library Encourages Kids to Star in READ Posters Fridays, January 5, 12, and 19, 4:45 to 5:45 p.m., Hondius Room Children in grades K-5 are invited to bring their favorite book and pose for their own READ poster to celebrate reading and literacy. Posters made will be displayed at the Estes Valley Library, and kids will be able to take a copy home. Advance registration is now available at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Satisfy Curiosity: Lifelong Learning Classical Composer Class: the Music of Shostakovich Tuesdays, January 9 through February 13, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., or 1-3 p.m., Hondius Room Now in its eleventh year, the popular classical music course led by Dr. Derald DeYoung returns with this free six-week class on Russian composer Dmitri Shostakovich. The composer’s life story is considered to be as riveting as his famous music. Participants may register for either the morning or the identical afternoon series at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Call for Local Authors: Sign-Up for February On Saturday, February 10, the library will host its annual Love Your Local Authors event, inviting published authors from the Estes valley to give a short presentation and participate in a meetand-greet with the public. Interested authors are encouraged to contact Laurie Dale Marshall at ldalemarshall@estesvalleylibrary.org no later than January 31.

Tech Literacy Tech Express Drop-In Wednesday, January 10, 4:30-6 p.m., Makerspace Drop in for answers to quick questions about your phone, tablet, laptop, email, apps, or accounts. Library staff will try where possible to diagnose issues or make recommendations for follow-up.

Register in advance at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Logo Design with Inkscape Wednesday, January 17, 5:30-7 p.m., Makerspace Participants will learn how to use the free vector drawing program Inkscape to create their own logo design. Vector logos are ideal for everything from business cards to t-shirts to billboards. The class is designed for intermediate-level computer users. Laptops will be provided to use during the class.

Selling Your Stuff Online Monday, January 22, 10-11:30 a.m., Makerspace The Internet can become a successful part of your next yard sale. Participants will explore how to reduce clutter and/or start a micro-business selling crafts or goods. Sites covered will include Facebook, Craig’s List, Amazon, eBay, and Etsy. Register for this intermediate-level workshop at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Express Creativity Pinterest Party: “Zentangle a Mug” Thursday, January 11, 7-8:30 p.m., Makerspace Room “Zentangle” is an easy-to-learn and relaxing way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Participants will create their own artwork on a white ceramic mug. The library will supply the mugs and pens. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Building Successful Enterprises: Business and Nonprofits Nonprofit Resource Center Lunch and Learn Thursday, January 11, 12:00-1:30 p.m., Hondius Room January’s monthly discussion continues a series exploring “The Ten Basic Responsibilities of Nonprofit Boards.”

Nonprofit board members, staffers, and the public are invited to bring a brownbag lunch and join in the conversation.

Advance registration required through the Nonprofit Resource Center link at epnonprofit.org.

Skill Works: Hiring and Retention Seminar for Employers Friday, January 19, 8-9:30 a.m., Hondius Room In today’s competitive employment marketplace, employers can benefit from strategies to attract and retain employees with the right skill sets. Business coach Mike Kohler from the Larimer Small Business Development Center leads a free workshop based on a strategy called “Skill Works.” Topics include job postings, interviewing, employee training and more. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Discover Your Roots: Family History Genealogy Members Helping Members Thursday, January 11, 4-5:30 p.m., Hondius Room Monthly meetings of the Estes Park Genealogical Society are held in partnership with the library and are open to new and first-time visitors. The January session is an opportunity for beginning genealogists to get started with assistance from experienced researchers.

Members and guests alike are encouraged to bring their questions, as well success stories to share.

Making Informed Decisions: Health Literacy A New Year’s Resolution: Advance Directives The Library has resources to help individuals in planning and drafting advance directives for end-of-life care.

Many health professionals recommend those age 18 or over should have directives on file. The library’s “What’s Your Plan, Estes Park?” initiative offers a kit that can be checked out containing sample forms and a helpful book and DVD. In addition, appointments may be scheduled with representatives from the Larimer Advance Care Team. More information at estesvalleylibrary.org.

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Library Is An Ideal Place For New Year’s Resolving One of the best things about a new year is the sense of reinvigoration. Through our individual New Year’s Resolutions, we do just that: we resolve. Whatever we may have struggled with in the past, we have now have a whole new year on our side.

We “New Year’s Resolvers” can find plenty of inspiration at the Estes Valley Library. The simple act of borrowing a book (print or digital), an audiobook, or DVD can be a huge step in getting started and staying focused. Whether it’s your goal to get organized, learn a new language, or save more money, a book can be a great motivator. Browse our New Year’s Resolutions display table for ideas.

The library provides information for you to plan and implement your resolutions through our small but mighty collection – but we also provide workshops, classes and programs to help you accomplish your goals, too. Our goal is to make *you* the expert.

Maybe your resolution is to improve your computer skills and become more comfortable with technology. The library’s 2018 tech literacy classes will help you learn new skills, starting with a chance to design your own logo on January 17. You can learn how to sell items online through Craig’s List and other sites on January 22—which will help with another popular resolution: organize and de-clutter. Register at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Perhaps Santa gave you a new phone or tablet, and you’re now ready to access digital books, audiobooks and movies.

Scheduling a Book-A-Librarian appointment will show you how to load the apps that will give you access to 300,000 items in the library’s digital collection.

And look for Makerspace programs debuting in February to inspire creativity and hands-on learning.

Resolutions often involve money: to save more, start a budget, invest, or plan for retirement. For families with highschoolers, mark your calendars and register for the “Paying for College or Trade School” workshop on February 22—a great first step in budgeting for one of life’s biggest expenses.

Resolutions for healthy living can find motivation in the Library’s collection, and through our continuing partnerships, residents can schedule a personal appointment to draft their end-of life care directives to keep on file for their loved ones. Start by checking out our “Advance Directives Discovery Kit”.

Charting your family history may be an exciting goal for 2018. The library has a subscription to Ancestry, licensed for in-library use on our computers or your personal laptop. Monthly meetings of our partner agency, the Estes Park Genealogical Society, will get you connected with other researchers.

Maybe your resolution is to read more.

Book-A-Librarian appointments offer an opportunity for us to help you to find your next favorite author.

Throughout the year, look to the Library to stay focused and inspired.

Whatever your resolutions, we wish you a happy 2018.

DISTRICT TOM DONNELLY 9 to 10:30 a.m.

January 10, 2018 Estes Park Senior Center (220 4th St., Estes Park)

Laurie Stolen, Larimer County's Behavioral Health Project Director, and Lorenda Volker, Assistant County Manager will be giving updates on Mental Health Matters.

Comments on upcoming land use items cannot be taken at these meetings, however we can share details about public hearing opportunities.

For more info or to be added to the email list for citizen meetings, contact Alisha Jeffers at (970)498-7149 or ajeffers@larimer.org or at www.larimer.org/bocc

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

EVENTS Jan. 5: First Friday Art Groove.

Experience Estes Park’s fine art world.

Throughout the Village. 5-8pm Jan. 13-14: Estes Park Winter Festival. Taste beer, chili & BBQ. Estes Park Events Complex. 1-5pm Jan. 19: Meadow Mountain & Ran Off the Rooster. An evening of bluegrass.

Historic Park Theatre. 7-10pm Jan. 19: The Victor Wooten Trio.

Grammy Award-winning bassist. The Stanley Hotel. 7:30-11:30pm

ENTERTAINMENT & MUSIC Jan. 5: Dahlby and Nadine. Acoustic.

Snowy Peaks Winery. 4-6pm Jan. 5: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Other Side. 5-8pm Jan. 5-6: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm Jan. 5-6: Table Culinary Experience.

The Stanley Hotel. 6:30-9:30pm Jan. 5-6: Murder by Death. Indie Rock.

The Stanley Hotel. 7:30pm Jan. 5-6, 10, 12-13, 17 & 19: Karaoke.

Lonigans. 9pm-12am Jan. 7: Joseph Lingenfelter. Acoustic.

The Other Side. 10am-1pm Jan. 7: Ice Skating & Ice Fishing. Trout Haven Resorts. 10am-7pm Jan. 7: Bingo Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 6-7:30pm Jan. 8: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm Jan. 9: Trivia Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 7-8:30pm Jan. 11: Geeks Who Drink. Trivia.

Latitude 105. 6:30pm Jan. 11: Mountain Town Trio. Classic Rock and Folk. The Other Side. 6-9pm Jan. 11: Open Bluegrass Jam. The Rock Inn. 6pm

Jan. 5–Jan. 19, 2018

Jan. 11: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm

Jan. 18: Open Bluegrass Jam. The Rock Inn. 6pm

Jan. 12-13: Ice Skating & Ice Fishing.

Trout Haven Resorts. 10am-7pm

Jan. 18: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm

Jan. 12: Prairie Scholars. Alternative Country. Snowy Peaks Winery. 4-6pm

Jan. 19: Steve Kaplan. Folk. Snowy Peaks Wintery. 4-6pm

Jan. 12: Erin Peet-Lukes Duo. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 5-8pm

Jan. 19: Sean Flynn. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 5-8pm

Jan. 12: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Other Side. 5-8pm

Jan. 19: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm

Jan. 12-13: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm

Jan. 19: Table Culinary Experience.

The Stanley Hotel. 6:30-9:30pm

Jan. 12: Table Culinary Experience.

The Stanley Hotel. 6:30-9:30pm

SEMINARS, CLASSES &

Jan. 12-14: Murder by Death. Indie Rock. The Stanley Hotel. 7:30pm rd

Jan. 13: 3 Annual Trout Haven Fishing Derby. Trout Haven Resorts.

10:30am-1pm Jan. 13: Local Vocals Concert. Singers from Oratorio Society. Shepherd of the Mountains Church. 3pm Jan. 13: David Potter. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 5-8pm Jan. 13-14: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm Jan. 13-14: Table Culinary Experience. The Stanley Hotel. 6:309:30pm Jan. 14: Joseph Lingenfelter. Acoustic.

The Other Side. 10am-1pm Jan. 14: Jon Pickett. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 5-8pm.

Jan. 14: Bingo Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 6-7:30pm Jan. 15: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm Jan. 16: Bingo. American Legion. 68pm Jan. 16: Trivia Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 7-8:30pm Jan. 18: Geeks Who Drink. Trivia.

Latitude 105. 6:30pm Jan. 18: Mountain Town Trio. Classic Rock and Folk. The Other Side. 6-9pm

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

Mon. & Wed. at 5:30pm Sat. at 9am.

Group Bicycle Ride. Via Bicycle Café.

Jan. 7 & 14: Daoist Lecture & Tai Chi Class. Dao House. 8:30-10am Jan. 9 & 16: Free 5K Group Fun Run. The Stanley Hotel. 5:30pm Jan. 12: Stan Havlick & Mike Fallon, Canoe the Sheenjek. Estes Park Mountain Shop. 6:30pm

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Visit RMNP Visitor Centers to learn about park wildlife, programs & more!

Call for details. 970-586-1206.

Jan. 6-7 & 13-14: Wild in Winter.

Beaver Meadows VC. 10-11am Jan. 7, 10, 12, 14, 17 & 19: Snowshoe Ecology Walk. Snowshoe with a ranger! Call for reservations and locations.

Rocky Mountain Conservancy Programs: Fees apply & registration is required. Call for details: 970-586-3262 Jan. 12: Avalanche Awareness & Outdoor Safety. How, when, where and why avalanches occur in RMNP.

Find more events & submit your event at VisitEstesPark.com/Events.

Any republication of this document or information contained herein when done for profit or as part of a profit creating mechanism is strictly prohibited.

Please contact Visit Estes Park about any desire to republish this document or its contents.

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Family-Friendly, “Clean” Comedian Sam Adams To Perform Jan. 20th The Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies welcomes the super-talented, clean comedian (and sports journalist) Sam Adams to the EPHS Auditorium January 20th at 7 p.m.

Comedy Works describes Sam Adams in three words: "Smooth. Clever. Hilarious." In 2001, Sam stepped on stage to perform stand-up comedy for the first time, at age 41. Eight years later he turned to a career in comedy full-time after winning at the Great American Comedy Festival and gaining national attention.

Sam's energetic, comically-insightful act is 100 percent profanity-free and filled with observations about his everyday encounters. He is a headline performer at comedy clubs and corporate events across the country. Sam also has shared stages with national-touring comedians and music recording artists--an eclectic, genre-jumping list of nationally-known performers ranging from comedians Frank Caliendo, Craig Ferguson, Kevin Nealon, David Alan Grier and Keenen Ivory Wayans to music's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band Heart and seven-time Grammy Award winner Al Jarreau. The Denver Business Journal once gave Sam a favorable review for "bringing down the house with a string of well-delivered lines that were notable for their lack of profanity, scatological or sexual references."

Sam changed careers after making a name for himself as one of Denver's premier sports journalists. In 2003 was voted by his peers as Colorado's “Print Journalist of the Year.” As a reporter and columnist, his work has been featured in The Denver Post, The Charlotte Observer, Rocky Mountain News and Colorado Avid Golfer magazine.

He also is credited with television appearances on ESPN, Fox Sports, CBS and NFL Network, and has covered championship events at all levels -- most notable four Super Bowls, two Olympics, two NCAA men's basketball Final Fours, one Stanley Cup Finals and one World Series. In 2013, he wrote a book, 'If You Don't Believe Me: Lessons Learned From Listening To The Greats, ” giving readers an inside look at his 23year career as a sports journalist. And in the fall of 2014, Sam was added as a regular contributor on the "Broncos Game Day Live" show which airs on Denver's NBC affiliate 9NEWS. Tickets will be available at Macdonald Book Shop and online at fineartsguild.org on January 5th. Adults $15, seniors $12, and youth (under 18) $10. Please join the Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies and Sam Adams for an highly entertaining, family-friendly evening at the EPHS Auditorium 7 p.m.

Identity Theft Workshop There will be an Identity Theft Workshop held on Tuesday, January 23, 2018, from 6:45-7:30 p.m. There is no charge to attend and presenter of the workshop will be Doris Ratsch, Community Awareness Advocate for Risk Management.

This class is for individuals and business owners and will be held at the Estes Valley Library, 335 E. Elkhorn Avenue in the Wasson Room upstairs.

Educating yourself is a critical component in effective prevention of Identity Theft, the fastest growing white collar crime in America.

What you will learn: • How it happens and what you can do about it.

• Who’s at risk?

• How many areas of ID theft are there?

• What you should look for in a plan

• The cost to you personally or to your business.

• Are children at risk?

You’ll leave with an understanding of how identity theft takes place and the impact it can have on you personally or to your businesses. Each participant will find out if they have been one of the 143 million Americans affected by the EQUIFAX breach.

You’ll also be given information on prevention and recovery.

Max 20 so please RSVP to: dorisratsch@comcast.net Attendees will receive a free RFID holder.

Questions? Call 970-480-1886.

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Canoe The Sheenjek With Locals Stan Havlick & Mike Fallon A Presentation on Alaska’s Remote Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Tucked into a remote corner of northeast Alaska, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is a place where wilderness can be experienced on an epic scale, encompassing over 19 million acres. It is a place of discovery and adventure; a place for solitude; a place to be self-reliant and close to nature.

There are no manmade trails, parking lots or visitor centers. In 1956, a

party of five conservationists went on an expedition in the Sheenjek Valley to explore and campaign to protect this pristine area of Alaska.

In the summer of 2017, Stan Havlick and Mike Fallon visited Last Lake, the most northerly destination of the 1956 party before canoeing over 100 miles of the Sheenjek River, which was inspired by their friend, 95 year old Bob Krear, a member of the original expedition.

The Estes Park Mountain Shop is proud to host these local adventurers, and invite you to join Stan and Mike as they share tales and photos of this historic adventure in a photo rich presentation. Come discover this magical corner of the world on Friday, January 12 starting at 6:30 p.m.

Beer, wine and light snacks will be provided. Admission is open to the public with a $10 suggested donation benefiting Colorado Cancer Foundation. Stan, who has lived and traveled on all seven continents, will also devote a portion of his program to answering your questions about the wonderful world of travel.

About the Presenters: Stan Havlick is the first person to bicycle across 6 continents. In the summer of 2006, Stan completed a 14-year quest to cycle nearly 20,000 miles coast-to-coast across all of earth’s six bike-able continents. In 2014, Stan cycled around the perimeter of Iceland. These arduous and physically demanding expeditions were a benefit for the Colorado Cancer Foundation. Stan’s other passion is climbing. He is a ski instructor, triathlete and mountaineer. He has climbed in the Himalaya, Karakorum, on Denali in Alaska, the Matterhorn in Switzerland, Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Mount Stanley in Uganda’s Rwenzori Range, Mount Elbrus in Russia, Aconcagua in Argentina, and all 54 of Colorado’s 14,000-foot peaks, the fabled Fourteeners.

Mike Fallon was born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In 1976 after graduating college, Mike headed west to Alaska. Mike worked for the Alaska Department of Fish & Game as the Assistant Fish Hatchery Manager until his retirement in 2000. During his time in Alaska, Mike was able to visit the McNeil River Bear Sanctuary…. TWICE…. and canoed over 250 miles of the Yukon River. Mike and his wife Suzy, a retired Spanish teacher, moved to Estes Park in 2004 where they currently reside.

Canoe the Sheenjek ALASKA’S ARCTIC NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE

January 12 6:30 pm Tucked into a remote corner of northeast Alaska, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is a place where wilderness can be experienced on an epic scale, encompassing over 19 million acres. It is a place of discovery and adventure; a place for solitude; a place to be self-reliant and close to nature. There are no manmade trails, parking lots or visitor centers.

In 1956, a party of five conservationists went on an expedition in the Sheenjek Valley to explore and campaign to protect this pristine area of Alaska. In the summer of 2017, Stan Havlick and Mike Fallon visited Last Lake, the most northerly destination of the 1956 party before canoeing over 100 miles of the Sheenjek River, which was inspired by their friend, 95 year old Bob Krear, a member of the original expedition.

Join Stan and Mike as they share some of their tales and photos of this historic adventure.

You may also enjoy viewing the DVD, Arctic Dance and reading the insightful book “Two in the Far North” by Mardy Murie. Stan, who has lived and traveled on all seven continents, will also devote a portion of his program to answering your questions about the wonderful world of travel.

Beer AND

Wine

$10 Suggested Donation Benefiting Colorado Cancer Foundation

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Estes Valley Board Of REALTORS® Active In Community In 2017 As we pause during this busy time of year, I reflect with a grateful heart on the many ways a good neighbor can make a big difference.

Who helped four families in need with rental assistance? Your neighbor did that.

Who became a participant in the Economic Development of the Estes Valley because they feel it is important to be helping with the direction this community is taking and its viability? Your neighbor did that.

Who became more involved and vocal in town issues at Estes Park Town Board meetings? Your neighbor did that.

Who supported the Estes Valley Land Trust because they realize how invaluable and precious this valley is? Your neighbor did that.

Who started a collaboration with the Estes Valley Housing Authority in 2010 to offer a Workforce Housing Assistance down payment loan program? Who continues to replenish this pool of money lent out to locals? Your neighbor did that.

Who became a source of information on wildfire mitigation, offering printed and online information about living in the Estes Valley, HOA information, and written monthly newspaper articles about being a homeowner in this com-

munity? Your neighbor did that.

Who participated in the Community Café, making sure everyone is full to their heart’s content and that the last dish is washed, dried and put away?

Your neighbor did that.

Who loves the beauty of this place so much that they picked up trash twice a year on Highway 36? Your neighbor did that.

Who cared enough about the youth in this community to send them out into the world by awarding senior high school students scholarships? Your neighbor did that.

Who enjoyed celebrating this community, especially by being in the parades – both the Rooftop Rodeo and the Catch the Glow parades? Your neighbor did that.

Who contributed to Bright Christmas by collecting $2,700 in cash and gift cards to purchase bicycles, clothing and food so everyone can have a wonderful Christmas? Your neighbor did that.

Who collected old and extra keys to help provide a steady, fair salary job to those working their way out of homelessness? Your neighbor did that.

This neighbor is your local Realtor®, an integral part of your neighborhood and this Estes Valley community.

Classical Composer Series Begins This Tuesday Bethan Denney 12th Grade Her favorite quote is “Make it simple, Congratulations to Bethan Denney, but significant” by Don Draper. This Student of the Week for January 5, quote appeals to her because she says, 2018.

“It’s easy to forget that even small School activities which Bethan enjoys things can be wildly impactful.” are; being on the cross country team, a After high school Bethan is hoping member of the school choir, and the Major 13 choir, being in the musicals, to pursue the mission field. in publications, Interact Club and FCA. Outside of school, she loves playing cello, being a barista, and on her church’s worship team and kid’s church team. She also likes volunteering at the Boulder homeless shelter, cooking, and baking, hiking and kayaking. She loves coffee, travel, bright colors, Gilmore Girls and flannels.

Bethan has participated in multiple mission trips from Texas to Kenya to Belize. She sees the times she’s helped others as some of her best accomplishments.

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

There is still an opportunity to register for this season’s classical composer series led by Dr. Derald DeYoung.

DeYoung will be teaching a six-week course focused on Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975), one of the most important composers of the 20th century. This series is sponsored by the Estes Valley Library and will be offered on Tuesdays, January 9 through February 13, 2018. Participants may choose to register for a morning or afternoon session. The morning session runs from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and the identical afternoon session runs from 1-3 p.m.

Born in St. Petersburg, Russia, in 1906, Dmitri Shostakovich studied piano with his mother at the age of nine. He would live to write fifteen symphonies, fifteen string quartets, and six concertos, along with solo piano works, operas, ballets, and more. Forced to live most of his life under a totalitarian regime,

Shostakovich was sometimes held in favor by Soviet leaders, then just as quickly would fall out of favor. His life story is considered as riveting as his famous music.

Since space is limited, students must choose either the morning or afternoon session and may not alternate between sessions. Each class is limited to 48 students. All classes will take place at the Estes Valley Library, and there is no cost to participate.

Registration for the workshops is now open and may be made by visiting estesvalleylibrary.org. For more information or registration assistance, contact the library at (970) 586-8116.

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1 ACRE LOT that borders Kiowa Ridge, with no covenants. Great views and building site. May be able to have a septic system or sewer, city water. $139,900 TBD Kiowa Ct. Lot 8

LOOKING FOR A DREAM HOUSE? This stunning home has LEVEL LOT with great mountain views. Septic needed. upgrades & exquisite custom workmanship to showcase Allenspark water is available. Easy to build on lot. $107,000 289 Ski Road, Allenspark the design, ironwork & moss rock fireplace. In addition, 4 bedrm, 5 baths & over 4800 sq ft for entertaining. $865,000 1034 Pine Knoll Dr.

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BEAUTIFUL ONE ACRE LOT in Venner Ranch Estates. Towering pines, stunning views of Mary’s Lake and Twin Sisters. It offers one of the nicest building sites available in this location. $89,900 580 Venner Ranch Rd.

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Will The Salvation Army Meet Its Goal?

As of Wednesday, December 20th, Estes Park’s Salvation Army Service Extension Unit raised $53,376 through the community’s generous donations. That total does NOT include the amount received in the last four days of the Red Kettle campaign.

Will the agency reach its goal of $67,300

by Sunday, December 31? It is not too late to give. You can still send a check the Salvation Army, P.O. Box 172, Estes Park, CO 80517. To keep 100% of your money in Estes Park, please write Estes Park Service Extension Unit in the memo line of your check.

To all of you who wrote checks, rang bells and dropped bills or coins into the kettles, the Salvation Army Board sends its sincere appreciation and gratitude.

You were generous and thoughtful to donate your time and money during the

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busiest season of the year. Thank you for sharing your resources and compassion with those in need.

Through the Red Kettle campaign, 90% of all money received stays in Estes Park to help residents in an emergency situation. Our Salvation Army is proud to support its community partners: Crossroads Ministry and Salud Family Health Center. These partners know the residents who need financial assistance with medical and dental, prescriptions, transportation, food, rent, gas, utilities and more.

Can you guess which categories listed above require the most funds from the community? Would you guess medical?

Dental? Utilities? Well, the top two categories are food and rent. Of course, we all know rent would be one of the categories, but did you know that food was one of them? Our Salvation Army gives financial support to Crossroads Ministry and the Community Café (at Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church) to assist with food.

Thank you, Estes Park, for supporting our Salvation Army. Please consider a tax-deductible contribution to help us reach our goal—every dollar helps!

Stay tuned for the total amount of contributions received. It will be reported through EP News. We are soooo close!

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Newcomers Club Looking Forward To A Banner Year In 2018 The Estes Park Newcomers Club will begin the new year with a wine and cheese get together on January 13th at the Estes Valley Library beginning at 5:00 p.m. This is a great opportunity to meet friends and learn about the library.

The second event for January will be the monthly general meeting on the 18th at Lonigan’s Famous Irish Grill Pub, 110 W. Elkhart Ave. Social time will begin at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:00 p.m., and a guest speaker, Al Milano of the Rocky Mountain Performing Arts Center, at 7:00 p.m. Reservations must be made before noon on Friday, January 12th. Reservations made be made at the website: estesparknewcomers.org. The menu will begin with a cheese/vegetable/fruit platter. The entree will consist of a prime rib slider bar with sweet potato buns, aioli sauce and caramelized onion. There will be BBQ rib tips, ranch style potato wedges, and cornbread, Dessert will be chocolate mouse with berry compote.

Our speaker, Al Marino is the Executive Director of the Rocky Mountain Performing Arts Center project in Estes Park. The Center will provide opportunities for artistic performances that will inspire a memorable Estes Park experience.

Al Milano has developed and led successful capital campaigns to construct performing art centers across the country

ranging from major projects in Miami, Florida, to Columbia, South Carolina.

Before moving to Estes Park Al was Executive Vice-President of the AT&T Performing Arts Center in Dallas. When not working as a “community organizer” as Al calls his work, his varied interests include owning and breeding race horses, astrophysics, contemporary history, and keeping up with his three grown children who live in New York City, Denver, and South Carolina. This program will be an excellent chance to learn about the Performing Arts Center as it gets established in Estes Park.

Looking ahead, the Newcomers Club wants to invite all Newcomer members and alumni to our Class Reunion Party being held on March 23rd at the brand new Estes Park Community Center. We will actually be the first organization to hold a function at this new facility in our community. The Mountain Town Trio will be performing, but this event is so much more than a dance. Our current members would love to see their many friends from years gone by. Please mark your calendars and then watch for additional details in the newspaper and on our website. Alumni groups will be hearing from us at their individual wine and cheese events. Seeing old friends is sure to warm you up in March.

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602 MACGREGOR AVE “Unique” is the word for this Rock Acres Condo set among large boulders, with huge boulders extending into the living space (see photos). A stand-alone condo with BIG VIEWS and a short walk to town. The two bedrooms upstairs are accessed by a "catwalk" among the many rocks. Each bedroom has a balcony. Be sure to come see what we mean by "Unique". Easy to show. No Vacation Rentals.

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Recycling Update

By: Judi Smith

Our local Estes Valley business enterprises, some nonprofit and some for profit, expend a surprising amount of energy (and funds) to contribute to our recycling efforts in the Estes Valley. Without them, there would be no way to ecologically dispose of worn-out (or unwanted) vehicles; refrigerators, furniture; paint; microwaves, small appliances and scrap metal; clothing and linens; computers; household goods; toys, beds, and other pet supplies; bicycles; sports equipment; shipping supplies; books and DVDs; old, outgrown toys, games, and puzzles; empty printer cartridges; or plastic shopping bags without carting them down to the valley.

If, for Christmas (or other times of the year) you have replaced something (such as a piece of furniture) that still has value and usability, there are many ways to offer it to someone else. If it is no longer useable, the materials (such as metal or wood) can often be reclaimed to become something new. The curbside recycling services of Waste Management and Doering Disposal plus the Transfer Station provided by the county, are a good beginning. But, beyond that, our local businesses (and many across NE Colorado) provide additional opportunities for Estes Valley residents and businesses to dispose of things we no longer want – without filling the land with “garbage” that is really still useful or recoverable. I, for one, am thankful for the time and effort invested in our well-being.

The League of Women Voters and Com-

munity Recycling Committee is charged with educating the public about opportunities for ecological stability that exist in the Estes Valley. To be a member of our Planet Partners Program a business must contribute to the recycling efforts in the Estes Valley, above and beyond the “norm” offered at the Transfer Station.

We have, currently, 25 members of our Planet Partners Program and we are expecting to expand that to 30 over the course of this winter. These enterprising organizations accept various “trash” items of value, such as those listed above, for reuse or recycling. Some offer items for reuse by others, such as the cardboard boxes from Estes Park Brewery and Snowy Peaks Winery or art supplies like the “scrap” vinyl available from (my own) Smith Sign Studio. This keeps such items out of our landfill, which elongates the use of the landfill, currently expected to expire in 2025.

The LWV&CRC has assembled a list of our Planet Partners, along with a few notes on what they accept, or in some cases offer, to the public. The list, in printed form, is available at the Estes Valley Library (near the Hondius Room) or can be printed from our website. www.recycleestes.org. Pursuant articles will address each Planet Partner and what they accept (or offer) to the public.

We are currently working on updating and expanding the Planet Partners list. If you contribute to the sustainability efforts in the Estes Valley in some way that should be included, and we do not have you listed, please contact me directly.

RRRcyc2se@gmail.com.

Skill Works: Hirning And Retention Seminar For Employers In today’s competitive employment marketplace, small businesses can benefit from strategies to attract and retain employees with the right skill sets. Business coach and consultant Mike Kohler from the Larimer County Workforce Center will lead a free workshop based on a strategy called “Skill Works.” Topics will include job postings, interviewing, employee training and more.

The workshop will take place on Friday, January 19 from 8-9:30 a.m. at the Estes Valley Library. Advance registration for this free session may be made by visiting estesvalleylibrary.org.

The “Skill Works” strategy is designed to make it easier for businesses to find,

retain, and develop the right employees with the right skills. Kohler will discuss ideas for job postings that attract the best talent. Participants will learn about fresh approaches to ensure the best qualified candidates are selected for the interview process. The session will also explore incumbent training, with the view toward investing in the growth of new employees so they are motivated to stay.

The January 19 event is held in partnership with the Larimer County Workforce Center LCWC) and the Estes Valley Library. For additional information about the workshop, contact the LCWC at 970498-6665 or by email at business@larimer.org.

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When Do You Need A Financial Advisor?

If you could accomplish all your financial goals just by putting your paycheck into the bank every couple of weeks, you wouldn’t need the services of a financial advisor. But life isn’t that simple – and so, at some point, you may realize you need some professional assistance. But when?

Actually, you might benefit from the services of a financial advisor during many life events, including the following: • Starting your career – When you’re starting out in your career, you may encounter several questions related to your benefits package. Should you contribute to your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored plan? If so, how much, and where should you invest your money? Are the life and disability insurance policies offered by your employer sufficient for your needs? A financial advisor can help you answer these and other questions you may have.

• Getting married – When you get married, you’ll have to decide if, and how, you want to combine your finances. Also, you and your spouse may have different attitudes about investing and different tolerances for risk. A financial professional can help you find common ground.

• Changing jobs – When you switch jobs, what should you do with your old employer’s retirement plan? And how should you invest in the plan offered by your new employer? As was the case when you first began your career, you may find that a financial professional can help you make the right choices.

• Facing a layoff or buyout – You may never go through a layoff, or take a buyout offer from an employer – but if either of these events happen, you will face some financial decisions. And during such a potentially stressful period, you may be tempted to make some financial moves that won’t be beneficial. A financial advisor can suggest some strategies

that may help you keep your investment situation relatively intact until you land your next job.

• Saving for college – If you have children whom you’d like to send to college someday, you’ll probably want to start putting money away as early as possible.

A financial professional can show you the various college-savings vehicles, and help you choose the ones that are most appropriate for your needs.

• Getting divorced – If you are fortunate, you won’t ever experience a divorce, but, if it does happen, you’ll want to get the professional assistance necessary to ensure fair outcomes for everyone. You’ll obviously need to work with an attorney, but you may find that, in the area of investments, a financial advisor also can be useful.

• Entering retirement – As you near retirement, your key questions will switch – but not entirely – from putting money in to taking money out. How much can you withdraw each year from your 401(k) and IRA without running the risk of outliving your resources? When should you start taking Social Security? If you were to work a couple of years longer than you had originally intended, how would it affect your withdrawal strategies? Again, a financial advisor can help you with these issues.

As you can see, most important life events will carry some financial concerns. But you don’t have to face these challenges alone – and by getting the help you need, when you need it, you can ease the transition from one stage of life to another.

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Kay Rusk Kay Elizabeth Johnson Rusk passed away on December, 16th, 2017. She was at her home and surrounded by family.

Kay’s full obituary can be seen in the December 29, 2017 edition of the Estes Park News on page 32 or online at www.estesparknews.com A memorial service for Kay will be held at Rocky Mountain Church, 451 Promontory Drive on Sunday, January 14 at 3 p.m.

Richard (Dick) Evanek Richard (Dick) Evanek (86) died December 26, 2017 in Estes Park, CO. Richard Evanek was born on September 22, 1931 in Binghamton, NY to Marie and Dick Evanek. He was employed with Eastern Airlines for 35 years in Florida. He attended Binghamton Harper College and Miami Dade College. He was a member of the National Guard as Sergeant 1st Class as Tank Commander and served with the National Guard for 10 years. Dick and his wife Judy, moved to Estes Park in 1991, he loved hiking,

golfing, biking, tennis and traveling, Dick was active in The Lions Club of Estes Park. He is survived by his wife Judy, daughter Jamie, grandson Cole, son Michael, grandson David and his brother Bob Evanek of Binghamton, NY. He will be cremated and a memorial service will be held Thursday, January 4, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the Allenspark Community Church. Please visit www.allnutt.com to leave a message for the family.

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Robert Gene Seifert March 12, 1939 – December 26, 2017 Bob was born March 12, 1939 in DeWitt, Clinton County, Iowa. He & his wife, Mary Jo were married in October 1963 and just celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary!

They have been blessed with three children and six grandchildren. Their children are son Jay Alan, wife Jonna, of Littleton, CO, their children Morgan & Torrie; daughter Lori Ann of Denver, CO, her children Chelsea & Nicholas; son Chad Edward, wife Ronda, of Phoenix, AZ, their children Jamal & Ethan. He is also survived by his brother Jim Seifert, wife Leona, of Donahue, Iowa and a sister Janice Johnson of Cody, WY. He has numerous family members living in the Davenport/DeWitt area, especially a favorite cousin Patty Kroeger. He was preceded in death by his parents Gerald and Dorothy Seifert.

He graduated from DeWitt High School’s Class of ’57. He entered into the Army in August of 1958 assigned to Crete Missile Base in NE. He was honorably discharged in August of 1961.

Bob began working at the KunerEmpson Company in Brighton, CO in 1966, retiring as General Manager in 2001 after 35 years of service.

He and Mary Jo moved from Lakewood, CO to Estes Park in October 1987.

They enjoyed traveling, loved history, especially visiting old forts, museums and staying at historic hotels. He was involved with the Lions Club and the Rooftop Rodeo Committee. His favorite activity in the summer was being a docent at the Estes Park Museum Hydro Plant out on Fish Hatchery Road, introducing guests to the history of F.O. Stanley’s part in establishing resources to power the Town of Estes Park.

A celebration of his life will be held at Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church in Estes Park on Wednesday, January 10th, at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers if you wish donations may be made to the future Estes Park Museum Collections and Research Facility, 200 Fourth Street, Estes Park, CO 80517.

Allen D. Settje Allen D. Settje (1932) passed away on December 26th with his wife of 48 years, Mary, by his side.

He was 85 years old.

Born on a farm in Creston, Nebraska, he became an agent with American Family Insurance at a young age, until he was promoted to District Manager in 1981 and moved to Colorado. He continued in that capacity until he retired in 1999 after 44 of years with the same company.

He focused his career on serving people and giving them a product he truly believed helped them. In retirement, he spent much of his time volunteering for Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church, where he and Mary were founding members of the congregation. In addition to serving on the Church Council and various committees, Allen most notably chaired the committee that spear-headed the

building of the church that now stands at 2000 Ptarmigan Trail in Estes Park. His hobbies included hunting, watching sports, construction projects, travel, and wood working.

But most of all, he loved spending time with people and especially his family.

He is survived

by Mary, his three children, Mark, David and Becky, as well as their families and the apple of his eye these last few years, his beloved granddaughter, Ellen Elaine.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorials on behalf of Allen Settje to Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church, 2000 Ptarmigan Trail, Estes Park, CO 80517. A funeral service was held December 30 at Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church and he was buried at Estes Valley Memorial Gardens following the service.

Please visit www.allnutt.com to leave a message for the family.

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John A. Spooner P.E. Ph.D. John Spooner lost his battle with lung cancer in Estes Park on December 20th 2017.

Dr. Spooner was born John Alfred Spooner in LaCrosse, WI on Feb. 6th, 1938, to his parents Alfred Spooner and Bernice Johnson Spooner. He married Susan Baker in 1962; she preceded him in death in 2012. He is survived by his son Jon Kevin Spooner, daughter-in-law Belynda Kay Spooner, and two grandchildren Ian Christian Spooner and Isabeau Celeste Spooner, and his sister Ann Spooner Martin.

Educated at the University of Wisconsin, he achieved a BS, MS along with a Ph.D. in 1971. He taught civil engineering at Purdue University until 1976. He then moved to Oshkosh, WI and opened his own engineering firm, Spooner Engineering North. This would later be merged with Warzene Engineering where John was a principal engineer and would later go on to open their Western branch office in Greeley, CO. John was involved in many engineering projects across the front range of CO and WY and became a consultant for Van Horn Engineering in Estes Park in the Early 90s, where he worked almost exclusively until his retirement in August 2017.

John’s father passed away when he was eight years old. Boy Scouting became his father figure while growing up in LaCrosse and he achieved the Life rank.

In the late 1960s he became a Scoutmaster for a Boy Scout troop in Madison, WI and continued to volunteer with the Boy Scouts in various roles well after his son Kevin achieved Eagle Scout rank, and saw his grandson Ian achieve Eagle as well. John was awarded the Silver Beaver in 1983 by the Boy Scouts of America. John’s involvement with youth wasn’t limited to

Boy Scouts; he was involved in Rotary and ran the Rocky Mountain Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) summer camp at the YMCA of the Rockies for several years in the 1990s. His philanthropic giving included a number of educational and youth related organizations.

John served in the Army for two years and was stationed at Ft. Carson in Colorado Springs. He fell in love with the Rocky Mountains and attributes his service as the reason that he and Sue chose to build their home in Estes Park, where he lived for the past 20+ years.

In addition to John’s engineering work and his philanthropic activities with youth, John loved horses, sailing, and British sports cars. John and Sue had horses most of their married lives and did extensive trail riding all along the Front Range and the Rocky Mountains. He obtained his bare boat charter and open water certification so that he and Sue could sail in the Bahamas. And he was a member of the Estes Park Car Club as well as the British Motoring Club of Northern Colorado. He owned an extensive collection of Triumph cars with his son Kevin.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday January 5th, 2018 in Hyde Chapel at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park.

In lieu of flowers his wish is to have memorials made in his memory to the Estes PAK program. These can be sent to the Estes PAK program, Estes Park Elementary School, 1505 Brodie Ave., Estes Park, CO 80517. Checks should be made out to Longs Peak Rotary Foundation with a memo indicating it is for the Estes PAK as a memorial for John Spooner.

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Robert Johnson Robert Carl (Bob) Johnson, 78, died Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017, at his home in Estes Park after a brief battle with esophageal cancer.

Born in 1939 in Spokane, Washington, Johnson moved to Estes Park in 2004 to enjoy the mountain scenery and starry skies.

Bob leaves three sons, Kenneth Johnson of Los Angeles, California, Brian Nichols of Denver and Scott Nichols of Aurora; three grandsons; his sister, Margit Johnson; a niece and nephew; and many close friends. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sandra (Gleazer) Johnson.

Raised on a 2,000 acre farm in eastern Washington, Johnson joined the U.S. Army after graduating from high school in 1957. He served in the U.S. Army Reserve while studying mathematics at Eastern Washington University in Cheney, Washington.Bob went on to earn both master’s and doctoral degrees in theoretical mathematics at Oregon State University and began a long career teaching mathematics. He held faculty positions at Wabash College in Crawfordsville, Indiana; Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C.; and Central Washington University in Ellensburg, Washington.After leaving academia, Bob and his wife Sandy ran a business distributing organic nutrition supplements and household prod-

ucts for Shaklee Corporation. Their work with Shaklee took them across the country and to many European nations, while helping others build successful businesses of their own.

A lifetime fitness enthusiast, Bob liked to run and cycle, and continued to both golf at Estes Park’s 9and 18-hole courses and also lift weights through his final year of life. His analytical mind lent itself to the game of Bridge, which he enjoyed regularly with a group of Estes Park friends.

Bob was also passionate about social justice, attending major political rallies for women’s rights when he lived in Washington, D.C., and serving as a Democratic Party county chairman in Kittitas County, Washington.

His passion for peace and justice extended to Estes Park, where he was active in the local chapter of Patriots for Peace, promoting restorative justice and thoughtful dialogue to resolve violent conflict around the world. Bob was known for braving freezing temperatures to campaign for peace, always wearing his beloved peace-sign necklace. Bob was also active with the Kiwanis Club of Estes Park.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be sent to the Kiwanis Club. Memorial services will be announced at a later date.

Wayne A. “Griz“ Wilke Wayne A. Wilke, better known as “Griz” 71, died peacefully at his home in Estes Park, CO, on November 5, 2017. He graduated from Boone High School in 1964.

He was a 30 year member of the Boilermaker Union No. 83 out of Kansas City. Preceding him in death were his father, Sylvan Wilke; mother, Rose O’Neill; sister, Sally McGlothlen; and nephew, Greg Mohrman. Survivors are his five sisters, Bonnie (Paul) O’Neal, of Des Moines, Chery (Bob) Mohrman, of Boone, Jan (Nick) Mal-

las, of Boone, Marilin (Jim) McDevitt, of Cedar Rapids, and Lisa (Mark) Kladivo, of Urbandale.

He will be missed also by 18 nieces and nephews and countless friends and brothers from the Union. There will be a celebration of his life in Estes Park at American Legion Post #119 on Jan. 21, 2018. The potluck will begin at 1:00 p.m. with his friends roasting a pig.

Please bring sides. Burial will be a later date. RIP our Brother.

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H. Robert Krear, Ph.D. H. Robert Krear, Ph. D., long-time resident of Estes Park and former seasonal naturalist at Rocky Mountain National Park, died in his home at age 95 on December 16, 2017, due to pancreatic cancer and liver failure.

Krear was a World War II veteran who served as a platoon sergeant in the famed 10th Mountain Division where he saw action in northern Italy.

He was a member of the 1956 Arctic Brooks Range Expedition, the result of which contributed to the creation of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR), which currently protects the arctic wildlife and the last pristine arctic wilderness remaining in North America— and perhaps the world. Throughout his life, Krear was a professor, scientist, author, naturalist, and environmentalist. For thirty years, Bob fought with his money, his letters, and his feet to prevent the interests of oil and political forces to enter "his" Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR).

How is it on the very morning of his death, the original explorer of ANWR hears out of Washington, the GOP finally has the votes to pass the tax cut act that also opens ANWR to oil explorations? Irony?

Bob Krear was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on April 13, 1922, to Tyrell Reed Krear and Margaret (Stanley) Krear. In 1943, as a member of the Pennsylvania State University ski team, Krear learned that the usually orthodox military was creating a very unorthodox division of alpine ski troops in the mountains of Colorado.

At Penn State, he was in the Student Enlisted Reserve so he volunteered (requiring three letters of recommendation), was accepted, and when called, joined the 10th Mountain Infantry Division, along with several thousand other university skiers, at Camp Hale near Leadville, Colorado.

Eventually, Krear earned the rank of

platoon sergeant.

Upon completing military service, Krear returned to Penn State where he earned a bachelor’s degree in professional forestry. He later received a master’s degree in wildlife ecology from the University of Wyoming and a Ph. D. in animal behavior and ecology from the University of ColoradoBoulder.

As a scientist, Dr. Krear was a member of four arctic and subarctic research expeditions, including the Dale Osborn Ecological Expedition to subarctic Labrador on the Ungava Peninsula, the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) team that studied the reproductive cycle of the northern cow fur seal on the Pribilof Islands in the Bering Sea of Alaska, and another USFWS team that studied the northern sea otter on and around the far western Aleutian Island of Amchitka.

However, Dr. Krear said he believed he made his greatest contribution to science as one of the five-member team of the 1956 Olaus Murie Arctic Brooks Range Expedition. Just last August, Bob was honored for this contribution on a plaque presented at the Mardy Murie Science Center at the University of Alaska-Fairbanks.

Dr. Krear was a professor of biology at four academic institutions, including the last 10 years of his career at Michigan Technological University. He was honored with memberships in the National Scientific Honorary Society (Sigma Xi) and the National Biological Honorary Society (Phi Sigma). In 2012, he was honored with the Murie Center Spirit of Conservation Award in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

Dr. Krear enjoyed professional experiences in nearly every ecological zone in North America. Some of this was acquired—when not teaching—as a professional seasonal naturalist in eight major national parks. During a 15-year period, Dr. Krear taught and interpreted for the public on the very diverse natural histories of Grand Teton,

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Thoughts Of Dr. Robert Krear Our community of Estes Park lost another great man who had lived amongst us for over thirty years.

Here are a few expressive thoughts about “Bob” Krear from his local friends: Freddy Frankel noted, “Forty-seven years ago, Dr. Krear taught me about Vibram soles, rapids, ice fishing techniques and, among other things, the courtship rituals of the greater sage grouse. This year we discussed such topics like horizontal well fracking, bear hibernation and the presence of organic magnetic bacteria in the brain tissue of pigeons and frogs. Bob was a world class naturalist, explorer, Bronze Star war hero and the best mentor I ever had. ” Stan Havlick & Margaret Carew stated, “Most everyone goes through life with hopes of meeting and sharing time with a few individuals that are truly special and who are having a positive impact on our world and the communities that we live in. Bob surely achieved these attributes in his life and diverse career. Bob was a soldier, scientist, park ranger, professor, author and a true environmentalist. Certainly an inspiration and loving friend to so many. ” Walt Borneman noted “Bob was a legend, although being the humble man that he was, Bob would have been the last to think that. From his days with the 10th Mountain Division to the Murie Expedition and teaching several generations of students, Bob was the epitome of the strong, thoughtful outdoorsman and conservationist. He loved the land and all its creatures. ” Long-time friend Cora “Coke” Petrocine fondly remembers Bob as a Park Ranger who enriched her family’s lives with slide shows, stories, and helping them to ski and hike. He was a good friend, patriot and a fine man who made a difference. Karen McClure was

one of the last to see Bob and recalls, Bob was a paragon of a person. His integrity, compassion, valor, conviction and humor were all intact when she last visited him. Milt Garrett summed up his observation of knowing Bob noting, “We can all say we know men who can be called gentlemen. How many men can we name as a gentle man? Bob Krear is what we called the original Gentle Man, steady and a darn good friend. Milt also said Bob was quite agitated with the recent passing of the vote allowing oil drilling in ANWR which he was so proud to have helped form and defend with the Muries in 1956. One of Bob’s closest friends is Eugene Decker of Loveland, who knew Bob since high school and followed him though college, getting the same degrees in forestry and wildlife. Even into his 90s, Eugene remembers Bob noting all the wildlife observations around his home including the unusual disappearance of the black Aberts squirrel from his area and seeing a bobcat take a turkey off his deck. Mike & Suzy Fallon felt privileged to have known Bob and thought that he was an example of Reader’s Digest’s “Unforgettable Character” and someone right out of Tom Brokaw’s “Greatest Generation.”

Although not a local, Ms. Chelsea McKinney spoke fondly of Bob, saying that he was “the kindest person” she had ever met. Chelsea had composed an excellent DVD of Bob a few years ago and it will be made available to all.

A celebration for Bob will occur in late March or early April. For the specific location and date please contact Mike Fallon at mfallon@beyondbb.com

Rocky Mountain, Zion, Everglades, Sequoia, Olympic, and Death Valley National Parks, as well as the upper Sonoran Desert in Tonto Monument in Arizona. As a technical mountaineer, Krear served on the mountain rescue team in the Grand Tetons. He was also an avid SCUBA diver and observed the ecology of many tropical coral reefs.

Dr. Krear was the author of two books: The Journal of a U. S. Army Mountain Trooper in World War II (self-published in 1993) and Four Seasons North: Exploration and Research in the Arctic and Subarctic (Vantage Press, New York, 2006).

After university retirement in 1984, Dr. Krear lived quietly in a small home at the edge of the forest on the slope of Rams Horn Mountain above Mary’s Lake, where he happily shared his property with wildlife. He had said, “I grew up a woodsman in the forests of Pennsylvania where my sparse Iroquois blood manifested itself in a deep love of the forest and all of its life. ” Dr. Krear was a man for all seasons, in all places—as long as they were in the wild. One of his strongest interests was the protection of wilderness. He was a

member of many national environmental organizations and said he believed in John Muir’s statement, “Going to the mountains is going home. ” Not wanting to leave the responsibility of his obituary to others, Bob prepared his own some years ago. He expressed that perhaps among the best part of his life was that he had enjoyed “great friends” to whom he said “My love to all.”

Bob leaves his only relatives, great nephew Tad Krear and wife Elizabeth of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan and great niece Kristen Edelmann of Bradford Woods, Pennsylvania. Bob will also be missed by countless friends and acquaintances throughout the U. S. including Estes Park residents Walt Borneman, Cora “Coke” Petrocine, Milt Garrett, Stan Havlick, Margaret Carew, Freddy Frankel, Karen McClure and Mike & Suzy Fallon.

A celebration of Bob’s life will be scheduled for late March or early April. For the specific location and date please contact Mike Fallon at: mfallon@beyondbb.com

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Federico Montez Gonzales Jr. Federico Montez Gonzales Jr. "Freddie" crossed over and became truly free on December 5th, 2017.

He was born in Brownsville Texas on December 22, 1967 to his parents that he is survived by, Fred Gonzales Sr. & Guadalupe Montez Bedford.

Although his life had more than his fair share of difficulties, he still managed to touch everyone he met with his charisma, charm and his amazing smile.

Freddie felt blessed to be loved by his family and friends and to live in this amazing place.

In memory of Freddie, live as he did-appreciate the overwhelming wonder and beauty of nature. When you see a homeless person, give them money. When you see an animal, pet it. When you see something beautiful, slow down and take a picture of it. When you see someone who is sad, stop and talk to them. When you have a chance to make a child happy, do it. When you see a flower, smell it. When there's work to be done, do it.

When you see pretty things, appreciate them.

Wake up every day singing. When there's a hamburger, eat it. Watch Rudolph the Red nosed Reindeer every year. When you hear music, sing and dance to it. Be happy. Appre-

ciate people, thank them. Be patient with people. If someone is lonely, be there for them. Remember people's birthdays. Show people how much you love them.

When people need help, give it to them. Make people feel special, listen, and engage them. Meet people wherever they are on their journeys. Always follow your heart. Smile, smile, and smile again.

And if you see a helicopter, well...

He is survived by his devoted wife Aliya whom he deeply loved, his step-son Zane who he loved like a brother and his mother-in-law Stephanie who he was a committed, loving caregiver to. He has a large extended family and many friends who will forever hold a special place in his heart.

He was loved by many and will be remembered by all.

Watch for him in the sunsets and the butterflies, he'll be with us in one form or another, I promise you that.

A memorial service to celebrate Freddie's life, will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 12, 2018 at Hyde Chapel at the YMCA of the Rockies, Estes Park. A reception will follow the service.

Donald W. Bowen Donald W. Bowen, a Colorado native, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2018.

Don was born October 16, 1931 in Denver, CO to the late Ralph and Josephine Bowen. He had an older brother, Robert who preceded him in death. In 1947 the family moved to Estes Park where “Donnie and Bobby” helped their dad ranch at the Dunraven Ranch. Don graduated from Estes Park High School in 1949 and went to College at the Colorado Teachers College (University of Northern Colorado). He enlisted in the Army in 1953 and was a 2nd Lieutenant based in Ft. Sill, OK; San Marcos, TX; and Ft Carson, CO. During the first year of service, he and Beverly Ann Parton (EPHS ’49) corresponded by mail and were married on August 22, 1953. Their son Ron was born in 1955 in Colorado Springs while Don was still in the service. When his enlistment was complete, the family moved to Denver. Don was an insurance agent for several years and soon after their daughter, Kristi, was born in 1958. They moved to Aurora where Don was a partner in an insurance agency. In 1967, Don moved his family to Fort Collins so he could finish his college education at CSU, receiving his Bachelors degree in Vocational Education. From 1968 – 1978 he taught Business Education and DECA at Fort Collins High School. While he was teaching, he pursued his ‘hobby’ of making picture

frames with his company R&D Framing. After retiring from teaching, he opened a picture framing school and taught others how to frame pictures all over the US as well as internationally. After 22 years of teaching framing he retired in 2000 and started his hobby making jewelry from silver and gemstones. Don was active in the First Presbyterian churches in Aurora and Fort Collins and later in the Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church in Estes Park. He was very involved with the Art Center of Estes Park as well as the Lions Club. Don was always involved in his children’s lives going to every concert, game or activity. He was a huge Broncos fan and in his spare time enjoyed fishing, camping, golf, bowling and spending time with his family. Don is survived by his children, Ron (Sue) Bowen and Kristi (Randy) Fisher; grandchildren, Rachelle (Zach) Smyth, Katie Bowen, Kelsie Fisher and Ryan (Larissa) Weisgerber; great grandchildren, Izzy, Micah, Jayden and Lilli. He was preceded in death by his wife Beverly, parents Ralph and Josephine, brother Robert, and grandson Jay. A celebration of Don’s life will be held on January 13, 2018 at Noon at the Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church in Estes Park. Donations can be made to either Hospice or the Estes Park Art Center in care of Allnutt Funeral Service 1302 Graves Ave. Estes Park, CO 80517. See www.allnutt.com to send a message to Don’s family.

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NOT ALONE Grief Group Starting Soon In the past, you may have loved the holiday season but now are feeling a sense of dread as it approaches.

How can you enjoy the festivities when you are grieving a deep loss? Or feel empty inside?

Even holiday decorations may bring back painful memories.

If you have experienced any kind of loss (for instance, the loss of a loved one, a marriage, a job, your home, your health or something else dear to you) the holidays can be extremely difficult. Be gentle with yourself and consider joining others in a Grief Group entitled NOT ALONE, starting in January;

here are the details: • Wednesdays: 1/243/28 • Hondius Room at the EV Library • 1-3 p.m.

• $10 for a {optional) workbook, Grief by Cathy Maddems • Content based on Wisdom Literature from the Psalms • A place to heal…

The NOT ALONE Grief Group will be led by Susan Yarrington, LPC and CLC. from Glen Haven. Call 5864591 or email:sgyarrington@gmail.com to reserve your seat. Share this info with a friend!

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• Universal Worker (Maintenance, Housekeeping, Dining services) 1 on-call position New Starting Wage of $13.50

• Senior Living Wellness/ Recreation Assistant full time, $13.50 • Senior Living Housekeeping Assistant full time, $13.50

• Senior Living Waitstaff fulltime, $13.50

• Senior Living Medication Aide 2 full time positions (differential paid) NEW STARTING WAGE OF $13.50 Please apply on line at www.good-sam.com

Year Round. Full-Time positions qualify for benefits.

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Summitstone Health Partners: Part-Time Front Desk Staff, flexible hours.

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We are hiring for the following positions: Checker Courtesy Clerk Day-Stocker Overnight Stocker Bakery Clerk (Overnight) Deli Clerk Produce Clerk Seafood Clerk

Rates of pay from $10.00-$14.00 per hour (B.O.E.) Also:

Bakery Manager - $21.41 per hour (B.O.E.) Assistant Bakery Manager $19.41 per hour (B.O.E.) Cake Decorator - $10.50$16.99 (B.O.E.) Assistant Meat Manager$20.73 per hour (B.O.E.) Meat Cutter $10.65-$20.40 Pharmacy Technician $10$15.00 (B.O.E.) (B.O.E.: Based On Experience)

Please call Ann at 970-5864447 to schedule an interview walk-ins are also welcome.

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Employment

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

Emergency Services Dispatcher I Police Dept./Communication Center Hiring Range $20.39 - $23.95 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled

Executive Assistant

Community Development Dept.

Hiring Range $21.32 - $25.05 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled

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

Our business stays busy year round and 40 hours per week are available through the winter. We are looking for energetic, dependable people who are able to perform physical labor and who have strong customer service skills. Fridays and Saturdays are required.

Fill out an application at Rams Horn Village Resort, 1565 Colo. Hwy 66. EEOE

Facility Maintenance Worker Public Works Dept.

Hiring Range $16.29 - $19.14 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled

Snow Plow Driver (Temporary/On-Call)

Public Works Dept./Streets Hiring Range $16.29 – $19.14 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled (Town employment application required)

Board of Adjustment Committee Voluntary Member (2 positions open) Close Date: January 5, 2018

Board of Appeals Committee Voluntary Member (3 positions open) Close Date: Open Until Filled

(Committee application required)

Applications are available at: Town Hall 170 MacGregor Ave. Room 130 (Mon-Fri 8 am – 5 pm) or www.estes.org/ jobs Return Application to: Town of Estes Park, Attn: HR; by mail to PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517; or via Email to HR@Estes.org or via Fax to (970) 577-4770.

The status of applications will be communicated via e-mail. By choice, the

Town of Estes Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Looking for full-time & part-time, year-round employees for dog daycare/boarding business.

Prior work experience with dogs in some capacity required to qualify for position. Flexible hours plus bonus package. Job includes supervising dogs during play, cleaning and customer service skills.

Please call Linda at 586-0340 to set up an interview.

Employment

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

Civil Engineer II or III

Public Works Dept./Engineering Hiring Range $2,511.82 - $3,076.96 bi-weekly Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled

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The Estes Park Resort is looking for an experienced and professional Sales Manager. The foremost wedding venue in Estes has plans to become even better. Join us in creating unparalleled meetings and events while having fun.

No phone calls please.

Drop off your resume' or email to gmestespark@ledgestonehospitality.com

Fire Mountain Residential Treatment Center is seeking a part-time English teacher.

We are a treatment center for teens suffering from addiction, depression, anxiety. We are a full academy with a rigorous educational program. If you are looking for work with a purpose, care about adolescents, and can exhibit strong boundaries, please contact us.

DUTIES INCLUDE: • Plan classes, implements, and evaluates classroom objectives • Undertake divisional and company responsibilities • Provide instruction in a range of courses for grades 7-12 • Demonstrate proficiency in subject area and instructional techniques • Model professional behavior to families and the community • Teaching assistance: Candidate needs to be willing to work alongside teens from varying backgrounds and lead instruction in appropriate procedures and basic skills. Must demonstrate healthy lifestyle choices.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS: Overnight accommodations available if needed between shifts.

Meals are free!

Please forward resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to Jason in Human Resources at: jason@firemountainprograms.com

Dietary Dietary Aide – PRN

Estes Park Medical Group Certified Medical Assistant - FT Emergency Department Registered Nurse- FT

Emergency Medical Services Paramedic - PRN Environmental Services Housekeeper – FT

Marketing and Public Relations Market Coordinator - Part Time Med/Surg Respiratory Therapist – PRN Registered Nurse – FT - Nights

Prospect Park Living Center – Long Term Care LPN/Registered Nurse – FT (2 positions open) Certified Nurse Aid – FT - Nights Activity Assistant – FT Earn a C.N.A. – FT Quality Department Case Manager – PRN

Patient Financial Services Representative - FT

Information Technology Clinical Informaticist/Clinical Systems Analyst – FT Home Health Hospice Personal Care Provider – FT Physical Rehabilitation Physical Therapist – PRN

Apply online: www.epmedcenter.com.

EPMC offers competitive wages and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

JOIN OUR TEAM ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES TECH

YEAR AROUND POSITIONS!

Estes Park Medical Center, is looking for caring professionals to provide housekeeping duties throughout our buildings.

Our focus is on quality cleaning and maintaining infection control standards.

Please apply online at: epmedcenter.com

YMCA OF THE ROCKIES ESTES PARK CENTER

Seasonal Employment Opportunities Programs Day Camp Counselors Housekeeping Food Service Front Desk Attendants Conference Services Buildings & Grounds Lifeguards Volunteer Opportunities Gap Program for young adults 18-24

ON-SITE HOUSING & MEALS PROVIDED WorkInTheRockies.org work@ymcarockies.org Estes Park & Mason St., Fort Collins Locations Now Hiring:

Mechanice or General Service Tech Experience preferred but will train.

Email Danny at: masontire@gmail.com

JOIN OUR TEAM

HOME HEALTH Personal Care Provider Homemaker – Full Time YEAR AROUND POSITIONS!

Estes Park Medical Center, is looking for caring professionals to provide homecare and personal care to our patients in Home Health. Our focus is on quality, compassionate care for patients living in their homes.

Competitive Salary and Benefits

Please apply online at: epmedcenter.com Competitive Salary and Benefits

555 PROSPECT AVENUE ESTES PARK, CO 80517 970-577-4458

555 PROSPECT AVENUE ESTES PARK, CO 80517 970-577-4458

Employment WORK WHILE YOUR CHILD IS IN SCHOOL ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 SCHOOL NUTRITION SERVICES WORKER

Interested applicants must apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp/.

Only online applications are accepted.

See full posting at www.estesschools.org /Employment.

Position open until filled. School kitchen experience preferred. $10.41- $11.78/hr. depending upon experience.

Estes Park School District R-3 Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Rams Horn Village Resort is seeking a year round part time employee to work in our Hospitality department.

Must be familiar with the local area and enjoy interacting with people. Responsibilities include exceptional customer service, food prep, inventory management, ordering supplies, shopping at local stores, and overseeing weekend social events. Must have own vehicle. Approx 20 hrs/wk, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Can also work in Guest Services/Housekeeping department for fulltime employment.

Fill out an application at Rams Horn Village Resort, 1565 Colo. Hwy 66.

EEOE

Snow Shoveling Needed at Solitude Cabins

We are looking for 2 reliable sidewalk snow shovelers. Duties would consist of removing snow from sidewalks and decks of rental cabins. Snow removal will be paid a minimum of two hours for every snow. Snow removal can take 30 minutes to a full day. Pay will begin at $15.00 per hour.

Shovels and snow blower are provided with instructions for use.

Please contact the office at 970-577-7777 if interested.

Administrative Assistant: The United Methodist Church of Estes Park is seeking applicants for an 18 hours/week position, with a flexible schedule, preferably Monday - Wednesday.

Salary is $11-$13/hr., depending on experience. Experience with Word, Excel and Publisher is necessary. Previous experience with church administrative duties a plus, but not required.

Position is open until January 19.

Please e-mail resumes to office@epumc.org.

Diamond Resorts Management, Inc.

Employment COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAMS SUPERVISOR

Reports To: Library Director Department: Programs & Outreach Services FLSA Status: Full time / Exempt Date Posted: December 29, 2017

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: Supervises the team that develops, delivers and evaluates programs and services that fulfill community priorities identified in the library's strategic service plan.

PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION: Review full job description and job application at www.estesvalleylibrary.org. Only email applications accepted. Send job application, resume and cover letter to: Claudine Perrault at cperrault@estesvalleylibrary.org

CLOSING DATE: 5 pm, Friday, January 12, 2018 The Estes Valley Public Library District is an equal opportunity employer.

• License Preferred But Not Required • 40 hours a week • NO sewer line work • Mechanically Inclined • Courteous Customer Service Skills • Valid Driver’s License • Have Your Own Tools • Paid Vacation And Holidays • Dental Insurance Pay based On Experience and Certifications. Apply at: 854 Dunraven Street, Estes Park, CO mtnvalleyestes@gmail.com

We are looking for experienced painters with a good work ethic. Must have references and transportation.

We have year round work!

Call Tim 970-518-4001 Bestway-Painting

Equal Opportunity Employer

WORK WHILE YOUR CHILD IS IN SCHOOL ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 TRANSPORTATION DEPT.

Substitute Bus Driver Estes Park School District R-3 is accepting applications for SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS. Salary range $13.94 - $15.79.

Class B with SP2 endorsement preferred.

Training will be provided.

Apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp. Only online applications accepted.

Position open until filled.

Estes Park School District R-3 Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

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 for more information (970) 494-0289 Web Brochure: www.HISC365CG.digbro.com

RENTALS

RENTALS

RENTALS

Apartments

Cabins

Room/Roommate

Downtown Studio, furnished including utilities. 1year Lease, NS/NP, quiet, mature community.

(970) 481-1932

Adorable doll house - 1 BR, 1 BA, avail immediately. N/S, N/P, $1,200 + sec dep. 760-477-3789

Duplexes Duplex 2 br, 1 ba, close to town w/ yard. Long term, WD, NS, NP, $1000 mo. + util. P.O.B. 1032, Estes.

Security Agent

Diamond Resorts International® The Historic Crags Lodge We offer: • Competitive pay and benefits • Fun and exciting work environment Apply in person at: 300 Riverside Drive, Estes Park, CO 80517

Help us Help Others Become a CAREGiver

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package, contingent on experience and qualifications. EEO.

Now Hiring Year Round Position Part Time

Help Wanted: Experienced Plumbing & Heating Service Tech and Installer

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2 and 3 Bedroom Apartments at Lone Tree

Commercial Rentals

STANLEY AV ROOMS *4BD, 2BA, kitchen, living room, 2 decks *$500-700 per room or $1,950 for all *Utilities Incl, N/S, N/P. gsdjohnson@yahoo.com 303.641.1069

Retail Commercial Space on Elkhorn Avenue availWants To Rent able now. $2,800 +NNN with 3-Year Lease.

Exec husband/wife (970) 481-1932 NP/NS needs to rent home for 1 year+ while building Only one office left at Rent amounts vary per unit new home. 3 BD, 2.5 BA, 1180 A Graves Ave. with available ($818.00 to 2 car garage, close to shared reception area, $1035.00 per month). kitchen and handicapped town. 918-991-3501, Security Deposit is equivabathroom. All utilities and ibnparadise@me.com lent to rent.

Applications may be ob- internet are included for $350 a month. Call Peggy tained at Estes Park Housing Au- 970-232-5588.

TRANSPORTATION thority Office Clean, modern 1,550-sq500 Big Thompson Ave ft office space for lease in or online at www.esEstes Park. Convenient loCars teshousing.org under Ap- cation off Highway 34, plications - ‘EPHA easy access, plenty of Application’ Up Top Towing parking, open ceilings, natural light and stunning 875 Moraine Ave For more information con- views of Longs Peak. InEstes Park, CO 80517 tact Mariann Pugh a cludes use of conference 970-577-1539 or (cell) room and kitchen. Avail970-586-4248 is selling a 970-203-5470 able immediately. Call 2006 Toyota Tacoma 402-841-4619.

Vin# 240407 Applicants must income qualify. Townhome units with stairs at 1310 Manford Ave.

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TRANSPORTATION

SERVICES

1999 Ford Explorer, 300,000 miles, 4 Door, 4WD, original motor, rebuilt transfer case, new tires.

Call for more details. 918808-0557.

A Alpine Cleaning Co. is Exclusively cleaning single family homes. Impeccable and timely service. 30+ year local resident. References on request.

Call Laura 303-747-2872

SERVICES Home Repair/Service Cleaning Thorough cleaning hereby offered to elderly Estes residents weekly, every 2 wks or monthly at $15/hr. for 2or-4 hr sessions. All supplies included. Excellent ref. 577-7059 Please leave msg.

GET IT DONE HOME SERVICES Small Jobs/Repairs Painting Honey-Do List Light Hauling 30+ years resident 303-747-2872 Neil

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SERVICES

HOLMES LOG WORKS 970-586-9168 Log & Metal Railing, Deck Additions, Log Benches, Gates Mantels & Stairs www.lograils.com

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

577-1755 www.estesparkpiano tuner.co.business

SERVICES

REAL ESTATE

Pet Care

Commercial

Professional Pet Sitter for breaks, walks and vacation pet sitting. Exp. with medical needs and senior pets. Bonded, insured. Pet First Aid Instructor. Renee 970-232-6231

ATTORNEYS

ACUPUNCTURE

ACCOUNTING

Tax Minimization

Sundae Saloon - $49,000 Downtown Estes Park Ice Cream Shop. Great Mom and Pop Operation.

Established successful location.

Includes $80k in equipment.

Call Christian at First Colorado Realty (970) 231-8570

BEAUTY SALON

CARPET CLEANING

QuickBooks Support

CLOUD@CCOUNTING ARCHITECTURE MuellerPyeCPA.com

970.667.1070

APPLIANCE REPAIR

CHIMNEY SWEEP

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CLEANING SERVICES

FREELANCE GRAPHIC ARTIST

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ENGINEERING

EYE CARE

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

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

Charles Santagati 1191 Graves Ave glaciercreekinc.com ELECTRICIAN

Full service general contracting since 1998

720.438.1088 jharris@sevenwest.build • EXCAVATION AND SEPTIC INSTALLS • INTERIOR TRIM • STRUCTURAL FRAMING • COMPLETE HOME RENOVATIONS • WE PROVIDE SUB-CONTRACTING SERVICES TO GENERAL CONTRACTORS Licensed and insured. NAWT certified, Boulder County Public Health license number A-082-16. General Contractor License Number CON-16-0212

DRYWALL CONTRACTOR

CONFLICT RESOLUTION

COUNSELING SERVICES

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GENERAL CONTRACTOR cont.

LINEN SUPPLY -LAUNDRY SERVICE

MASONRY / SNOW REMOVAL GLASS - NEW / REPLACEMENT

HOT TUBS & POOL SERVICES PAINTING HANDYMAN SERVICES

IN-HOME CARE

INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICE

HEARING & TINNITUS CARE LANDSCAPING

Sustainable SoluƟons Landscaping • Planting • Stonework • Maintenance Jeff Schmitt Owner

970.616.2703

sustainscapes77@gmail.com

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

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

• Tree Care • Fencing • Irrigation 20 Years Experience Horticulture Background Licensed and Insured Locally Owned and Operated

Call us for all of your painting or staining needs!

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

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

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

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POWER GENERATION

PHYSICAL THERAPY

PRINTING

PLUMBING

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ROOFING

SECURITY HOME WATCH

PREGNANCY SHARPENING / SERVICE

REAL ESTATE

RENTAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

THRIFT STORES

TREE SERVICE

PROPANE WINDOW CLEANING

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Finely finished 3 Bedroom & 3 Bath home on 1.2 acres. Inviting Great Room with eye catching stone fireplace & windows that frame wonderful mountain views. Sit on the Deck & watch wildlife visitors in the adjacent 8-acres of open space with wildflower meadow & spring-fed pond.

Gourmet Kitchen w/granite & top of the line SS appliances for grand entertaining. Master Suite with spa-like Bath & custom walk-in closet, plus 2 Guest Rooms. $749,000 ~ 2970 Lakota Court

Shake It Up!

Shakes Alive! A well established business in Lower Stanley Village. Popular menu, loyal following, plenty of parking, and high visibility.

Strong cash flow and lots of room for growth.

Ready for new owner, quick sale can be possible! Great location across from the Visitor’s Center. $189,000 ~ 513 Big Thompson Avenue

Sunny Location

$85,000 ~ Pine Tree Drive, Lot 27 • Easy access from Pole Hill Rd • 1 Acre Lot • Mountain Views • Trees and rock formations

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Horse Property!

2.7 6A CR ES

Tour

Located in one of the best areas in Estes Park. Spacious 4,073 sf home offers 4 Bedrooms and 3 Baths. The property accommodates three horses with barn and tack room. Home with open floor plan built by Westover Construction in Estes Park. The home has great views and is 15 minutes from Downtown Estes Park. The expansive deck and covered front porch is like having another Living Area to enjoy the great Colorado outdoors! $899,000 ~ 900RockwoodLane.srp3d.com

Outstanding Opportunity!

Live out your dream of owning a successful business in downtown Estes Park. Granny Ginghams has a prime location and inviting storefront on the Golden Block of E. Elkhorn Avenue. A 50 year history and popular product lines make for a successful business opportunity. An easy owner/operator business. $139,000 plus inventory ~ 137 East Elkhorn Ave

A Mountain Dream

$149,000 ~ Rock Ledge, TBD • Beautifully Treed 5 Acres • Easy Access to Hwy 7 • Stunning Views • Easy Building Site

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