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Enjoy the elk rut and the autumn gold colors in your favorite mountain town!

October 7, 2016

Getting Ready For Hibernation Photographer Richard Hahn recently took this great photo of black bear cubs in a Ponderosa Pine.

Momma bear slept while the first year cubs played and wrestled about 20' high in the tree. They will enter hibernation with their mother before Thanksgiving. Next Spring, they will emerge ready to be weaned See more on page 5.

Photo by Richard Hahn HahnDigitalArts.com or alpenglowimages.info

This Weekend In Bond Park A great family-fun event celebrating fall and craft beers. See page 24

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I’m Standing My Ground - This Is A Matter Of Principle!

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October is Conflict Resolution Month. some high octane conflicts result when To better equip citizens in resolving beliefs and values clash. We see these conflict, Melissa Westover, Executive types of conflicts play out on the national Director and Manager of Estes Valley and local scene. Consider the gun control Restorative Justice debate or vacation Partnership, will adrentals by owners. By dress different aspects just mentioning those of conflict and give topics, I would guess helpful ideas and remany readers would sources regarding conhave some type of inflict management ternal response based through weekly artion beliefs and values. cles during October.

No one wants to be Estes Valley Restoraon the losing end of tive Justice Partneranything. If people ship offers two profeel that they have had grams to assist citizens to compromise core of the Estes Valley in beliefs and values to conflict resolution. come to resolution, These programs are then true resolution Restorative Commuhas not taken place. nity Mediation for low Instead this action level disputes and Fawill lead to regret and cilitated Conversafuture conflict.

Melissa Westover tions for groups and Though difficult, individuals looking to Estes Valley Restorative there are ways to find Justice Partnership resolve conflict in a common ground less formal setting. For Manager and Executive Director while protecting immore information reportant beliefs and garding these programs contact Melissa values. But in order to move forward, at Mwestover@estes.org or 970-577parties must share a couple of key beliefs: 3829.

They must believe that resolution is necI'm standing my ground as a matter of essary, and they must believe that a principle -- this statement is commonly win/win solution is possible. heard when speaking to folks in a conResolving these types of issues comes flict situation. It stems from the idea with a considerable amount of risk. And that one person must be right and the not everyone is in a place to be able to other wrong. Unfortunately that line of participate in a process that addresses thinking, no matter how noble, often these conflicts. Therefore it is helpful to blocks us from understanding that con- honestly gauge your ability to move forflict can come as a result of two 'rights'. ward. Below are a few questions that When in social gatherings many abide might help guide your decision. by the rule that polite conversation does Am I willing to give up my right to be not include religion or politics. The rea- right? Certainly there are times when we son is that the opportunity for conflict must 'draw a line in the sand', but often in these areas is high because closely right fighters are not operating out of held values lie just under the surface. that place. The goal is to be right and not Those values are driven by deeply held resolved. Being affirmed in being right beliefs that are developed in various may feel good for a time, but if resolution ways and for various reasons. Family, has not taken place, you're back where faith communities, education, friends, you started. experiences, literature, media and even Can I see the other person's point of one's personality type influence our be- view? Often emotions can cloud our abilliefs. I have yet to find anyone whose ity to be objective. If you were to step out belief system matches perfectly to anof those emotions, can you understand other. As a result it is no wonder that

why the other party has adopted their view? I'm suggesting a cognitive approach to empathy. Understanding the other party's values and beliefs helps to humanize the other person. You don't have to agree with them to empathize with them. You don't have to agree with them to respect them as a human being.

To what level has the relationship been damaged through harsh words or actions? Underlying almost every conflict is a relationship component. So it is good to assess if the relationship needs repairing so trust can begin to be rebuilt. Once the repair in the relationship has taken place, the chances of working through the conflict grows substantially. The relational component is the most volatile because often exposure of hidden actions, feelings and motives come to light.

Do I know my own triggers? Triggers are responses we have when someone, knowingly or unknowingly rubs against a sensitive topic or area that is internally unresolved. If we are aware of these triggers we can work to address them before entering into a process.

This is a very important topic especially relating to trauma. Many folks are triggered and do not know why or even what to do with the feelings that arise.

Above all do not put yourself in a compromising situation. Put the conflict process on hold until you are in a place of personal safety and you will not inadvertently cause harm to yourself or others.

Can I consider possible solutions that involve compromise on my part? Even with tightly held beliefs and values, often some wiggle room exists. What is a something I could give and not feel that I compromised my values? What are some things I can agree on with the other party?

As mentioned above, conflict resolution involving beliefs and values is highly challenging. However, the payoff is huge when a process is successful. I have a belief that those who live in our community are capable and motivated citizens who together can engage in conflict resolution in a responsible, respectful manner.

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Are You Sharing The Road?

Recently there have been many conversations about the dangers some cyclists face when riding on local roads and highways. It is always important for us to watch out for each other, be courteous and share the road --motorists, pedestrians and cyclists alike.

Unfortunately, not everyone who uses the road is doing so with appropriate caution or in a safe way. With that in mind, we all have a responsibility to be safe, watch for hazards, slow down and avoid accidents at all costs. Most accidents are caused by inattentive or distracted driving, driving under the influence of substances, or lack of experience. Some of the most perilous situations involve aggressive drivers who risk the lives of cyclists by passing too close, a deliberate, motorized gesture to move over. This kind of behavior is not only dangerous, it's very much illegal.

Last year I wrote a column about road rage... It's important to realize that when we become impatient it can lead to taking dangerous risks. A calm, collected person is more likely to make smart decisions to stay safe. I think we can all agree that safety is more important than being in the right. The majority of the time, passing other motorists or cyclists in a safe manner to avoid a risky situation is the best choice. If that's not possible due to road conditions, just relax, do the right thing and enjoy the ride. The goal is to get to your destination safely and continue your day as planned. Accidents put a damper on everyone's life.

Bicycles: Colorado Revised Statute 42- 4-1412 outlines the laws pertaining to bicycles on the road. Cyclists have as much right to use the road as motorists, with some restriction to riding in a safe manner on the right side of the road. They are not expected to ride over or through hazards at the edge of the roadway where it's unsafe. This includes fixed objects, parked or moving vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians, animals, surface hazards or narrow lanes, or riding without a reasonable safety margin on the right side of the roadway. The law also restricts more than two cyclists riding side-byside. Additionally, cyclists shall not impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic on a roadway and shall ride within a single lane. The exception to this is when paths or lanes of the roadway are set aside for the exclusive

use of bicycles.

What does sharing the road with cyclists mean for the motoring public? It means allowing at least three feet of safety distance while passing a cyclist on the roadway. As a general rule this should be considered the absolute minimum distance when passing a cyclist. The preference, when it's safe, is to allow for more distance between your vehicle and the cyclist.

Cyclists should always remember that not everyone is driving with due care and following the rules of the road.

They should always be cautious while riding.

Pedestrians: Don't forget to share the road with pedestrians, too! Colorado Revised Statute 42-4-802 speaks to pedestrian right of way in crosswalks. When traffic control signals are not in place or not in operation, the driver of a vehicle shall yield the right of way to a pedestrian when he or she is approaching the half of the roadway upon which the vehicle is traveling, or when the pedestrian is approaching so closely from the opposite half of the roadway that they could otherwise be in danger. No pedestrian (or cyclist) shall suddenly leave a curb or other place of safety into the path of a moving vehicle that is close enough to constitute an immediate hazard.

The Colorado Department of Transportation's Share the Road campaign aims to help everyone understand their responsibilities for sharing the road.

Visit www.codot.gov and search for "Share the Road." The goal of this initiative is to educate everyone on ways to share the road safely, reduce car/bike/pedestrian crashes, injuries, fatalities and property loss throughout the state. It's a popular resource.

Responsibility rests with all of us when using the road. So I ask again -are you doing your part to share the road and make it safe for yourself and others? This should be our commitment to each other every single day.

Have a safe and enjoyable fall!

Fatality On Longs Peak In Rocky Mountain National Park A 61 year old man from Greeley, Colorado died Saturday, October 1, on Longs Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park. He fell approximately 100 to 150 feet, apparently slipping on ice, along The Narrows section on the Keyhole Route. Park rangers were notified of the incident around 10 a.m. via cell phone by visitors who were in the area when the

fall occurred.

Park rangers were flown to the summit of Longs Peak via helicopter and reached the man’s body at approximately 4 p.m.

His body was recovered by a long line helicopter operation at 5:40 p.m. and transferred to the Boulder County Coroner’s Office. The man's name is Scott Corliss, 61, Greeley, Colorado.

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Help Shape The Future Of Downtown Estes Park Downtown Plan process to resume with new consultant on board Work on Estes Park's Downtown Plan is now resuming, following the Sept. 27 Town Board approval of a professional services contract with Winter and Company for its services to help facilitate the Downtown Plan public process. In the coming year business owners, property owners and residents will examine key issues in the downtown area such as economic competitiveness, flood mitigation, environmental resiliency, redevelopment, and parking. The Downtown Plan will address these and many other issues by forming a comprehensive vision for the commercial core of Estes Park, developed by the community as a whole, for downtown development over the next ten years.

The Town of Estes Park invites all business owners, property owners and residents to join a conversation about the future vision of downtown Estes Park.

Community members are encouraged to participate and help develop the vision for downtown. Opportunities to participate will be announced and listed on the project website www.estesdowntownplan.com and will include:

A community workshop intended to identify critical goals and objectives for downtown.

A community workshop and activities intended to begin identifying concepts and strategies for downtown.

An open house to present the draft plan to the community.

Planning Commission and Town Board public meetings intended to present the plan for adoption.

Community members are invited to observe the regular Downtown Plan Steering Committee discussions. This group of community members serves as advisors during the planning process and provides another direct link to the community. The committee meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 8:30 a. m. to 10:30 a. m. in Room 202 of Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Ave. The next Steering Committee meeting takes place Oct. 12. Time will be reserved for public comment near the end of each meeting.

The Downtown Plan is funded by a grant from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs Energy/Mineral Impact Assistance Fund. For more information, please call 970-577-3725 or visit www.estesdowntownplan.com.

Town Of Estes Park Awarded Grants For Electronic Messaging Signs The Town of Estes Park has received grants totaling approximately $136,000 through the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Improvement Program by the Upper Front Range Regional Planning Commission and the Colorado Department of Transportation. With a $50,000 local match from the Town, the grants will fund the installation of at least three permanent electronic messaging signs on U.S. 34 and U.S. 36 to encourage motorists to take advantage of peripheral parking areas and shuttles before continuing through downtown Estes Park. The project enhances the Town of Estes Park’s efforts, in collaboration with Rocky Mountain National Park, to encourage use of transit while reducing congestion and emissions.

Also funded in part by a CMAQ grant, the Town built a park-n-ride lot with a sheltered shuttle stop at the Fairgrounds at Stanley Park in 2011. Since that time, static signage used to promote the lot and its shuttle access has been insufficient to encourage consistent, significant use by visitors. CMAQ funds will also help the Town build a new transit facility/parking structure, expected to be complete by July of 2017. The structure

will be located off U.S. 36, across the Big Thompson River from the Estes Park Visitor Center, which serves as the hub for the Town’s free shuttles and the national park’s hiker shuttle. The new electronic signs will allow flexible messaging to encourage visitors to park at these two facilities and use shuttles prior to reaching Estes Park’s downtown. The signs are expected to be installed in two locations on U.S. 36 and one location on U.S. 34.

Sites are currently under consideration by the Town and its partners.

A member of the executive committee of the Upper Front Range Regional Planning Commission, Larimer County Commissioner Tom Donnelly was pleased by the awards. Donnelly commented, “As your elected representative, I’m very glad to see the Town of Estes Park has been awarded this grant. These funds will help lessen vehicle presence and congestion by directing visitors where to park, while encouraging greater use of the shuttles. It’ll help enhance an already great visitor experience in Estes Park.”

For more information, please contact the Town of Estes Park Public Works Department at 970-577-3587.

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Ann Schonlau photo

HyperWHATia? Hyperphagia!

Each fall, bears eat, eat, eat as they get ready to sleep, sleep, sleep. This period of massive caloric intake is called hyperphagia. Bears can consume up to 20,000 calories a day! Their quest for calories has begun and the Estes Valley Bear Education Task Force would like to remind you about some important facts: 1. Black bears have big appetites. They are mostly vegetarian but they aren’t picky - anything slightly edible will do. They consider our trash, their food.

2. Black bears are nosey. They are curious and follow their noses to food. Bears can smell food five miles away!

3. Black bears are busybodies. They can be active anytime, anywhere, day or night.

4. Black bears are smart. They learn quickly to identify food, packaging and containers. Once bears find an easy meal they’ll be back for more.

5. Black bears are naturally shy. They usually avoid people, but once conditioned to human food, they may become

aggressive.

6. People’s actions can alter bear behavior. Bears that eat human food (and trash) are drawn close to homes and businesses and may become problem animals.

Estes Park has increasing numbers of bear activities and incidents. This summer Estes Park Police have noted increased bear incidents, primarily due to trash management. Multiple bears frequent the town after dark, particularly the commercial area downtown.

These close calls present a safety hazard for our residents and guests. The increase in incidents is likely the result of our past actions. We can do better!

Estes Valley CAN be a great place for people, bears and other watchable wildlife.

We want a healthy bear population so that we all can continue to have memorable wildlife experiences, and we want bears in their natural environment where they can be seen...from a safe distance.

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The Estes Park Visitor Center Transit Facility Parking Structure Construction Begins October 17, 2016

Parking area and adjacent trail closed Oct. 17 until summer 2017 Construction of the Estes Park Transit Facility Parking Structure is expected to begin Monday, Oct. 17 at the Estes Park Visitor Center parking lot south of the Big Thompson River. The Town and its construction manager/general contractor, Heath Construction, expect the project to be complete by July 2017, with the facility opening as soon as possible for summer use. The structure will increase parking availability for downtown Estes Park and reduce emissions by allowing more people to park vehicles and quickly access the shuttle systems available at the Visitor Center. Regular project updates will be available at www.estes.org/transitfacilityparkingstructure.

Construction will require a complete closure of the parking area, as the construction site, from October until approximately July 2017. For safety, adjacent sections of sidewalk and multiuse trail will also be closed at the south sides of the Big Thompson River pedestrian bridges and at the east end of the parking lot. The project will not impact oper-

ations at the adjacent 9-hole golf course.

Occasional closures of one northbound lane of U.S. 36 may be required for foundation and utility installation. Construction will take place weekdays, although occasional weekend work may be necessary.

The south parking lot at the Visitor Center currently provides 102 spaces, while a two-story structure will provide an additional 108 spaces. Another 202 added spaces are possible with a third and fourth level for a total of 412 spaces.

The structure design and current funding of $4.02 million allow for a two-story structure that can be expanded at a later date. However, building the complete four-story structure at once would reduce overall project costs as well as the public disruptions caused by closing the parking area and adjacent trails again in the future. The Town Board will consider a financing option to provide an additional $3.98 million for immediate construction of the third and fourth levels at its Oct. 11 meeting. Meeting information will be available at www.estes.org/boardsandmeetings.

Based on public input, the facility is designed to complement its natural surroundings and Estes Park Visitor Center. It includes earth tone materials, heavy timber accents, viewing areas at stairway landings, landscaping and seasonal planter accents, and seasonal event flags to provide guests with a sense of arrival.

The first two stories of the Estes Park Transit Facility Parking Structure are funded by grants from the Federal Transit Administration, Federal Highway Administration, CDOT and Rocky Mountain National Park, plus a local match from the Town. The Bureau of Reclamation has been a key supporter of the project, as well.

For more information, please visit www.estes.org/transitfacilityparkingstructure or contact the Public Works Department at 970-577-3587. To receive Town news and/or meeting agendas in your email inbox, please subscribe at www.estes.org. More Town news is available at www.facebook.com/townofestesparkco and www.twitter.com/townofestespark.

Meeting Of The Board Of Directors Of The Estes Valley Fire Protection District Notice of Proposed Budget Notice is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Estes Valley Fire Protection District for the ensuing year of 2017. A copy of the proposed budget will be open for public inspection in the office of the District, 901 N. Saint Vrain Ave., Estes Park, Colorado. The proposed budget will be considered at a meeting of the Board of Directors to be held at the Dannels Fire Station, 901 N. Saint Vrain Ave., Estes Park, Colorado, on October 12, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. Any interested elector within the District may inspect the proposed budget and file or register any written objections thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget.

First notice: October 7th ESTES VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Erika Kostner, Recording Secretary

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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.

September 25 At 12:59 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 2115 Fall River Rd. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

At 4:49 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to the intersection of Arapaho Rd. and S. Saint Vrain Ave. for an MVA. At 2:08 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 800 MacGregor Ave. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

September 26 At 1:52 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1050 Marys Lake Rd. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

At 12:41 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 671 Heinz Parkway for a CO detector activation.

At 5:55 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 560 Grand Estates Dr. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

September 27 At 8:47 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to

the area of Prospect Ave. and Stanley Ave. for a smoke investigation.

At 7:20 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 800 Big Thompson Ave. to assist the Estes Park ambulance.

September 28 At 2:35 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 5532 Highway 36 for a fire alarm activation.

At 1:30 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 503 Fall River Ln. for an odor investigation.

September 30 At 4:30 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 145 Moraine Ave. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

At 4:56 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to the area of Old Man Mountain for a report of smoke.

October 1 At 9:04 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to the 1600 block of N. Saint Vrain Ave. for an MVA. At 10:21 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 830 Moraine Ave. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

At 8:03 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1252 Community Dr. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

At 8:17 p.m. an EVFPD officer was paged for a smoke investigation.

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

On September 25 at 8:38 p.m. police stopped the driver of a vehicle at E. Wonderview and MacGregor Ave. for failure to drive in a single lane. The driver was a 27 year old female from Estes Park and she was found to be driving under impairment of alcohol and marijuana. She opted for a blood test to determine BAC and results are pending.

She was charged with DUI, DUI per se and failure to drive in a single lane and later released to a responsible person.

On September 26 at 8:31 a.m. police cited a 60 year old female retail business owner at 340 E. Elkhorn Ave. for theft.

On September 27 at 3:55 a.m. police responded to a report of a man lying in the roadway in the 900 block of W. Wonderview. The 42 year old male from San Jose, CA was transported to EPMC for treatment and a blood test to determine BAC. After an investigation the male was charged with DUI, DUI per se and released to EPMC for treatment.

On September 27 at 11:02 a.m. police arrested a 41 year old Estes Park male in the 1600 block of Raven Ave. who was wanted on a felony warrant out of

Wyoming for a probation violation for burglary. He was transported to Larimer County Detention Center.

On September 27 at 12:53 p.m. police cited a 60 year old female retail business owner at 340 E. Elkhorn Ave. for theft.

On September 29 at 3:30 a.m. police charged a 43 year old Estes Park male with second degree criminal tampering for disturbing a pump at Dry Gulch Road and Big Thompson Ave. On September 29 at 7�45 a.m. police were called to 1220 Big Thompson Ave. on a report of unsecured trash. Upon investigation, police issued a citation to a 50 year old female from Estes Park for a violation against the wildlife protection ordinance.

On October 1 at 6:58 a.m. police were called to 553 W. Elkhorn on a report of an unsecured dumpster. Upon arrival police issued a citation to a 34 year old female from Estes Park for a violation against the wildlife protection ordinance.

On October 1 at 1:23 p.m. police were called to 1540 Big Thompson Ave. on a report of unsecured trash. Upon arrival police issued a citation to a 72 year old male from Estes Park for a violation against the wildlife protection ordinance.

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Table Setting Creativity: Register For Museum Fundraiser By October 15

There is still time to register to be part of the fun and festivity at the first-ever Creative Colorado Table Settings event.

Whether historic or modern, formal or informal, table displays will be celebrated at this inaugural fundraiser on October 21-23 at the YMCA of the Rockies. The public is encouraged to participate. Table setting entries are open to individuals, groups, and businesses, as well separate entry categories for children.

Those entering should register by October 15. Entry forms are available at the Estes Park Museum or at http://estesparkmuseumfriends.org/creative-colorado-tablescapes Participants will set up their displays on Friday, October 21, drawing upon the

theme “High Country Celebrations: Past and Present.� The public will then have the opportunity to tour the displays on the following Saturday and Sunday.

The grand-prize winner will receive a custom-prepared dinner for two at the Lodge at the Stanley Hotel. All proceeds from the fundraiser will support the Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation.

The Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation, Inc., is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting the Museum through fundraising, publications, volunteerism, special projects and events.

More information on the organization is available by visiting www.estesparkmuseumfriends.org

League Of Women Voters October Programs The League of Women Voters will hold our next monthly program from 10 a.m. to noon on October 26, 2016 in the Hondius Room at the Library. In light of the impending elections, we will discuss voting in Larimer County. Our guest speaker is Angela Meyer, Larimer County Clerk. Angela will discuss how and when to vote and voting requirements, and will answer any questions posed by the audience. League members Jean McGuire and Liz Zornes will also update us on the current state of voting restrictions throughout the country. Join

us for light snacks, fellowship and information about this important right that our country has fought so hard for!

Our last Voter Forum will be held at 7 p.m. on October 20 in the Town Boardroom, when we will host candidates for the two Larimer County Commissioner seats up for election in November. Join us at this important event or watch via livestream on the Town of Estes Park website at www.colorado.gov/pacific/townofestespark/meetingvideos.

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EPNEWS.COM Last week in this space we tossed about the notion of using the exclamation point, more or less. Some use it more, I use it less. After the column appeared, I heard from several readers who responded as my friend Sandie in Lincoln did: “Amen Sister! Loved it! Stick to your guns! !!”

See what she did? She used the point of exclamation freely and often. In last week’s column I proffered to use it sparingly. So I can’t tell if she agreed with me or not. That’s the thing about that thing.

Annie, on the other hand, blatantly admitted her affinity toward the exclamation point: “I am trying to live my life filled with exclamation points!!!!” I must admit I see her…point.

To exclaim or not to exclaim, that is the question (mark). WWSD? (What would Shakespeare do?)

I also received an amusing reply from my friend Dolores in Denver. She said, “I thought you might be interested in an email that I recently received. It was probably sent to me from Nigeria. It said that if I would follow certain requests including telling him my complete address, phone number, etc I would receive 50:000:000:00 ! ! Talk about exclamation points!

“If it gets up to 500!000!000!00 I might bite,” she said. Atta girl, Dolores. Wait for the big bucks. (Exclamation points are worth much more than semicolons, don’tcha know.)

Christy in Lyons backed me up in my effort to refrain from over-exclaiming. She said, “I had an English teacher state that we have 10 exclamation marks to use in our lifetime so use wisely and judiciously. I have tried...but it is hard. Loved the history of this important and over-used punctuation.”

Christy is all right! (One down, nine to go.)

What I didn’t know until after Friday’s column is that there is a book called—Exclamation Mark—of all things, and its tagline is, “We all have an inner exclamation mark.

The question is, how to find it…” It is written by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and illus-

trated by Tom Lichtenheld.

These two also published a book called Duck! Rabbit! It appears the duo is a tad afflicted by the use of the exclamation point. I wonder if there is a 12-step program for that. (I should point out that Amy K.R. has written several New York Times bestsellers despite her overuse of the tall punctuation mark. Perhaps I should be the one looking into a 12-step program—to recover from published author envy.)

Speaking of books—somewhere I read that this week is International Book Week.

It isn’t. In fact, there is no such officially named book week. There is a World Book Day but it’s in April. Nonetheless, that doesn’t stop us from having fun with the rules of the non-International Book Week game: 1) Grab the closest book to you.

2) Turn to page 52.

3) Read the fifth sentence.

4) E-mail it or post the sentence on Facebook (or Tweet it if you’re into that sort of thing).

5)Apply the fifth sentence on page 52 of the book right next to you to your life.

Intrigued? I was so I gave it a go. The book closest to me was First Book of Bridge by Alfred Sheinwold (copyright 1952 and reprinted in 1971 by Barnes & Noble, Inc. Barnes and Noble has been around as publishers and booksellers since 1873. Who knew?).

Page 52, fifth sentence reads: “Before we discuss your rebid, let’s first note what we know about the responding hand.” In other words, think about the other guy’s lot in life before you whine about your own.

Excellent advice, Page 52. No exclamation point necessary.

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

Community Unity Tile Painting

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Dr. Grant Spencer, DC Dr. Jill Spencer, DC Palmer Graduates

Why such great results?

Gonstead chiropractors utilize visualization, instrumentation, static & motion palpation, and x-ray for a specific correction.

Benefits of Chiropractic

By eliminating nervous system interference, chiropractic has been shown to help with the following:

» Neck, Mid and Low Back Pain » TMJ »Sciatica » Herniated Discs » Numbness/tingling Into Extremities » Scoliosis » Carpal Tunnel » Tennis/Golfer's Elbow » Ankle & Knee Rehab » Sports Injuries » Headaches » Sinus/Immune Function » Bed Wetting, Ear Infections, and Colic » Constipation » Menstrual And Fertility Problems X-Ray $69 • Adjustments $45 New Patient Startup $114 (x-rays, exam, and adjustment)

Come to the Community Unity Tile Painting fun on Friday, October 14 from 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Elkins Whisky is hosting this tile painting project to benefit the construction and completion of the tunnel from the Estes

Park Visitors Center into downtown.

Cost: $12.00-includes: One craft Elkins Whisky cocktail, tile, and decorating supplies.

Check our Facebook Elkins Distilling Co for details.

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Free Emergency Preparedness Workshop Is Your Business, Nonprofit, Or Organization Prepared For An Emergency?

If you are like most of us, the answer is no, you are not as prepared as you would like to be. Join us on Monday, October 17 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Estes Valley Library for this free program presented by the American Red Cross and hosted by the Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center and the Estes Valley Partners for Commerce. It can be difficult to know where to begin, that is why the American Red Cross Ready Rating program exists.

Red Cross Ready Rating is a free, webbased program that helps businesses, nonprofits, organizations and schools become better prepared for emergencies. At this presentation you will learn how to get involved with and become a member of this tremendous, free program.

The program includes a self-assessment of your current level of preparedness which creates an emergency action plan for your specific needs. You will also learn how to access tools, tips and best practices to help improve your level of preparedness. The assessment has been aligned with the federal government’s Private Sector Preparedness Standards.

The tools, resources, tips and other information that are included in the Ready Rating program are the result of a comprehensive review of preparedness recommendations conducted by the American

Red Cross National Office of Preparedness and Health and Safety Services, the national Ready Rating team, and the American Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council. All Ready Rating program steps and recommendations are grounded in scientific research, best practices and/or expert opinion from respected professionals representing multiple disciplines and perspectives.

Mark Jones and Dave Greenhouse will lead us through this important presentation. Mark Jones is a Business Preparedness Lead and a former Board Member with the American Red Cross of Northern Colorado. Mark is a social worker by training, and has worked in counseling, and healthcare management. He is currently pursuing his MBA at Colorado State University.

Dave Greenhouse is a Business Preparedness Lead, and serves the American Red Cross in Disaster Services in Northern Colorado. David is currently retired. He worked for over 20 years in business preparedness for ING, and helped establish the Ready Rating Program in the Denver area, and has done preparedness consulting in some Colorado schools.

Please register online at the Library’s website – www.estesvalleylibrary.org. Select “calendar” then proceed to the October 17th date to register.

For additional information or questions, please contact Jill Lancaster at director@epnonprofit.org or call 970-480-7805.

Genealogical Society Meeting Thursday, October 13 The Estes Park Genealogical Society will meet on Thursday, October 13th at 3:30 p.m. in the Hondius Room of the Estes Valley Library.

Our speaker will be Harry Ross who will present "Taking a Byte Out of Scotland-Researching Scottish Genealogy on the Internet."

"No one really knows why the people of Scottish descent are so interested in genealogy but we have always been at the forefront of using new tools to do our research. This presentation will discuss various websites based in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.

We've all heard of Ancestry.com but what about the resources of Ancestry.co.uk?

We will discuss a number of free as well as pay sites. We will also touch briefly on DNA and the internet resources to understand how DNA testing can help locate missing Scottish ancestors."

Mr. Ross is a past president of the Col-

orado Council of Genealogical Societies and of the Longmont Genealogical Society. He has been researching his family history since a 1990 visit to Scotland. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Ohio State University and recently retired from Regal Entertainment Group, the largest motion picture theatre company in the United States. He is a member of the National Genealogical Society, Longmont Genealogical Society, W.I.S.E., ISBGFH, Genealogical Speakers Guild and the Association of Professional Genealogists. He is a delegate representative of LGS to the Federation of Genealogical Societies.

The Estes Park Genealogical Society meets on the second Thursday of each month, January through November. We offer a wide variety of programs and workshops. Our members are always willing to help new and experienced researchers.

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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Events This Saturday Do you have too much stuff? Don’t we all? This Saturday, October 8th, is a golden opportunity to reduce, downsize, or right-size your stuff by boxing up your perfectly good, but outgrown, no-longer needed items and bringing them to FreecycleEstes at the fairgrounds. Your extra stuff in usable condition can likely be put to good reuse by other Estes Valley residents. What sorts of things are we talking about? Here are some suggestions: clothes; books, CDs and DVDs; sports equipment; baby/kids stuff/toys (no recalled or unapproved items); kitchen accessories including small appliances; furniture; sewing, crafts, and other hobby items; pet items; tools; home and holiday décor; office and school supplies. If your item is too large to bring, and you’d like an interested shopper to pick it up, simply print up and bring a spec sheet with your contact information to post. No boxes of junk, dirty items, mattresses, combustible or hazardous materials can be accepted!

If you have electronics to unload, we have two possibilities. If we think someone will definitely be interested in whatever you no longer need, we can accept it at the Freecycle. If, however, your item is unlikely to be carried off by a happy free shopper, you will need to pay a fee to recycle that item. We cannot accept any old tube TVs, although we’ll be happy to advise you as to how to recycle them in the

Valley. Sad to say, there are no free recycle drop-offs for electronic items and other recyclables these days, and it is illegal to put electronics in the trash in Colorado.

Drop-off hours for donations to FreecycleEstes are 8:00-10:30 a.m. at the Por-

tastall near the Grandstands at the Estes Park Fairgrounds on Manford Avenue. Free shopping hours are 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Bring your own reusable bags to haul treasures away!

The E-Cycle will happen from 9:00 a.m. until the dumpster is full. Fees for the ECycle are listed below. Please bring the exact amount of cash, if at all possible.

We cannot accept checks or use credit

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Computer Towers, CPUs - $10 each Laptops & Tablets - $5 each VCR/DVD, satellite/cable boxes, big video game consoles - $12 each Printers, scanners, fax machines, copiers, home stereos - $12 each Office phones, car stereos, small video game consoles - $6 each Home phones, cameras, routers, other small items - $3 each Other E-waste, such as cables and cords - $.55 per pound Monitors or Flat Screens, 19” or smaller - $16 each Monitors or Flat Screens, 20”34” - $25 each Monitors or Flat Screens, 35” or larger - $50 each The E-Cycle will be available at the eastern end of the parking area at the Fairgrounds, and the Freecycle will take place in the Portastall opposite the Grandstands.

Look for our signs.

The League of Women Voters and Community Recycling Committee, which sponsor FreecycleEstes and this ECycle are grateful to the Town of Estes Park for its support of these events. For more information or questions, you may contact Kathy Bowers at 970-586-5193 or ksbd@mac.com For questions concerning either FreecycleEstes or the E-Cycle, you may contact Kathy Bowers at 970-586-5193.

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Larimer County Commissioner, District 2 Steve is working hard to: • • • • • • • • •

Hold down taxes, refunding $2.5 Million in property taxes Expand Mental Health and Substance Abuse treatment Fix I-25 with an historic funding agreement Preserve Estes Park neighborhoods Ensure adequate water for agriculture Complete our natural disaster recovery work Improve Senior services and transportation Support rural Esteslocal Park businesses & tourism Achieve affordable housing solutions Listen to citizens and solve problems without partisan politics

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a 38-year resident of Larimer County retired veterinarian, teacher, CSU graduate, community volunteer experienced with over 20 years in state and county government a proven problem solver bringing people together

Steve was chosen as the Colorado County Commissioner of the Year for 2015

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Mayor Pro Tem Koenig Proclaims November 10 As National Philanthropy Day In Estes Park!

At a recent gathering at the YMCA of the Rockies, Mayor Pro Tem Wendy Koenig proclaimed Thursday, November 10, 2016 as National Philanthropy Day in Estes Park and urged our citizens to reflect on the meaning of giving and the continuing need to recognize and support charitable causes and their champions. The community is invited to join us at the YMCA from 4 -7 p.m. on the 10th to celebrate the giving spirit that makes the Estes Valley such a special place.

Enriching Estes with a Giving Heart: celebrating the mark volunteers and donors make on our community is the theme of the celebration which will feature area nonprofits sharing tabletop displays, recognition of youth, individual and business philanthropists, and the opportunity to celebrate with friends and neighbors with food and drink. As a special treat, students from Eagle Rock School (a 2015 nominee for youth philanthropy,) will present an inspiring

video entitled “We are philanthropy – through the lens of Eagle Rock.” In addition, we will have music performed by last year’s Youth Philanthropist Award recipient, Will Thomas plus some sur-

prises as well!

The free event is being co-hosted by both the YMCA of the Rockies and the Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center and sponsored by the Town of Estes

Park, Mountain Home Café, Airbits, the Estes Park News, the Rocky Card, United Way of Larimer County, Kind Coffee, Bank of Colorado, The Spruce House/Christmas Shoppe/White Orchid/liz&jo’s, Rocky Mountain Conservancy, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Snowy Peaks Winery, Julie and Rob Pieper, Harmony Foundation, Mueller & Associates CPA, Snowy Peaks Winery, Guest Guide Publications, Thrivent Choice, Rockcut Brewing, Bank of Estes, Scott Thompson-Trusted Real Estate Advisor, Rustic Mountain Charm and US Bank.

Please RSVP if you will attend at www.epnonprofit.org or contact Jill Lancaster, the EPNRC Director (director@epnonprofit.org or 970-4807805)

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I hope I make the “go to print” deadline.

This week and week-end have flown by and I do not know where the time went.

That is a saying I have been using and saying a lot of late. Seems the older you get, the shorter the days and weeks get.

Saturday was spent both raking pine needles and blowing away leaves. The blower works for the leaves but those pine needles won’t budge so I had to carefully rake and try not to take up all the mulch in the garden. Between my garden, pine trees, aspens and pond…I have created a monster to take care of and I am no “spring chicken!” I said that but y’all can’t.

Sunday I had Marie, Nathan and Lexi over for supper to celebrate Lexi’s birthday. Saturday was really the day but these kids have so many activities that we had to fit it in on Sunday. I had gotten a new rice cooker, (I have given up on cooking rice up here), and wanted to try it out. I had some leftovers and was going to dinner at Greg and Cecelia’s Monday night so what better way to use up the rice than with some good old fashioned rice pudding. That is one of Greg’s and Gregory’s favorites. Young Gregory has become quite a cook and added to my recipe.

Seems he decided that it was really good but needed a bit of cinnamon. He was right, it really piped it up.

Old Fashioned Rice Pudding Pre-heat oven 325 serves 4-6 2 cups cooked rice 1 ½ cups of milk (or half and half)

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2 egg yolks 1 egg 3 ½ Tbs. sugar 1 tsp. vanilla 1/3-½ cup raisins A good grating of nutmeg- (about an 1/8 tsp.) ½ tsp. cinnamon (Gregory’s addition) Pinch of salt Greased baking bowl Tray of hot water With a fork, mix all of the ingredients except the rice and raisins. When thoroughly combined, fold in the rice and raisins. Place in the pre-heated oven in a tray of water that has been heated in the oven. Bake 15 minutes and stir the pudding. Continue baking and stir every 15 minutes until the rice is suspended in the pudding. Then bake until all is set.

Remove from oven and allow to cool a little while before serving. This is almost a healthy dessert.

Now to Sunshine…she is still giving me laughs and fits. Lexi had to have a single layer birthday cake. Why? I had left the cake to cool on the counter in the pans while I was blowing leaves. I came in to check on why Sunshine was being so good… I will tell you why… she had reached the first pan and celebrated Lexi’s birthday without us. One whole cake layer (except for a few crumbs) was gone. Sunshine had a smile on her face.

My email is: esther.cenac@gmail.com Bon Appétit

Scholarships Allow Students To Pursue Educational Goals At Estes Park Learning Place The Estes Park Learning Place believes need-based scholarship. Scholarships education is the key that unlocks dreams. range from 25 percent to 90 percent of EPLP provides K-12 tutoring, GED tuition cost. Seventeen youth and adults coaching, SAT/ACT preparation, career were awarded need-based scholarships development support, and more, for totaling $14,139.00 during the 2015-2016 youth and adults in the Estes Valley. school year.

Fifty-nine students attended one-onA Wine Dinner, EPLP’s annual one tutoring sessions at the Learning fundraiser, provides an opportunity for Place during the 2015-16 school year. On donors to come together to learn how average, thirty-two students attended each month, from August 2015 through May 2016.

The cost to provide a professional tutor for a one-on-one tutoring session is $96.00. Every student who attends a session at the Learning Place receives a $48.00 discount through a general scholarship.

Tutor Catherine Krumme with a student.

In addition, a need-based scholarship program is an integral part of the Learn- their donations support the success of ing Place’s ability to effectively serve the the Learning Place and its students. The Estes community. The goal of this proWine Dinner will be held at Mama Rose’s gram is to never let someone’s financial on Thursday, November 3, 2016. situation keep him/her from reaching Learn more about the Estes Park Learnhis/her full potential. ing Place at www.eplearningplace.org.

The Estes Park Learning Place uses For additional information about the Larimer County Median Family Income Wine Dinner, please call 970-577-0020, Levels to determine the amount of each or email kathynauman@eplearningplace.org.

Historic Park Theatre Sept 30th- Oct 13th, 2016

The Living Dream 100 Years of RMNP The EPFF is proud to have this amazing Documentary by Nick Molle every Wednesday at 2pm

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Based on a true story!

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Kurt Russel, John Malkovich & Kate Hudson Friday Sept 30th to October 12th Every day @ 5:30 & 7:30pm October 13th Thurs: 3:30pm only

Coming Oct 14th: The Accountant Starring Ben Affleck www.historicparktheatre.com

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Learn About Proposed Larimer County Mental Health Facility At October Lunch & Learn Roundtable Discussion Learn about Larimer County Ballot Issue 1A regarding a new Larimer County Mental Health Facility at EPNRC’s October Lunch & Learn Roundtable Discussion. Join us from Noon – 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 13 in the Hondius Room of the Estes Valley Library for this informative discussion.

Representatives from People for a Healthier Larimer County will be on hand to provide attendees with information about the proposal and to answer your questions. This group supports an initiative to ensure a dedicated funding stream to build a 51,000-square-foot detox and mental health facility which would provide round-the-clock-services.

According to People for a Healthier Larimer County: “It's estimated that 25 % of Larimer County residents struggle every day with mental health or substance abuse issues.

The majority never receive treatment.

As a result, thousands of Larimer County residents have nowhere to go for detox or treatment of mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders. People in crisis end up in the emergency room, the jail, or in Greeley’s public detox facil-

ity.

To address this gap in services, People for a Healthier Larimer County has been working with Larimer County on a ballot issue for Nov. 8. The proposal calls for a sales tax of 25₵ on $100 for 25 years beginning Jan. 1, 2017 to build, improve, maintain, and operate a treatment and detox facility for mental health, alcohol and drug abuse with associated support services. The Facility will be conveniently located in Larimer County.

Ensuring people will have access to the help they need is a great investment in our communities. Mental illness and substance use disorders are treatable health conditions!”

Bring your lunch and your questions, and learn about the ballot issue before you vote!

There is no charge for this community-focused Lunch & Learn Roundtable Discussion.

If you have ideas for future roundtable discussions, please contact EPNRC executive director, Jill Lancaster at director@epnonprofit.org

Salud Family Health Center Invites Community To Open House Following several months of construction, the Estes Park Salud Family Health Center on Red Tail Hawk Drive is bigger and better than ever. Medical, dental and behavioral health staff and Foundation board members are planning an Open House on Friday, Nov. 4 from 4-6 p.m.

The Open House will give the community the chance to tour the expanded facility, enjoy refreshments prepared by the Foundation’s Community Outreach Educator, and learn about the fundraising campaign for dental equipment and an ultrasound imaging unit for the medical department.

"Estes Park Salud is pleased to offer Estes Valley residents new imaging capabilities including x-ray, four dental exam and treatment rooms, nine medical treatment rooms, and offices for behavioral health provider and patient health educator,” said Medical Director Eileen Flaherty, RN, FNP. “We’ve grown to meet our patients’ needs and are looking forward to showcasing the expanded facility

at our open house.”

The Estes Park Salud Family Health Center has provided care for Estes Valley residents since 1992. Patient visits have grown from 1,565 in 1992 to 9,850 in 2015. Through the years, the facility has moved several times prior to opening the new clinic on 1950 Red Tail Hawk Drive in 2007.

"We are excited about the new clinic capabilities made possible by this expansion and look forward to showing the community our progress and discussing future plans," said Bruce Brown, Estes Park Salud Foundation Board President.

The 2016 expansion was funded by a $750,450 grant from Health Resources and Services Administration, part of the U.S. Department of Human Services. The agency provides health care to people who are geographically isolated, economically or medically vulnerable. The Estes Park Salud Foundation also contributed to the expansion.

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Estes Arts District Announces First Friday! Art Groove This Friday First Friday! Art Groove this Friday, Oct. 7, 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Join the Estes Arts District on Friday evening for First Friday! Art Groove – a walking art tour of Estes galleries and art establishments! Mingle with the cool people for an evening of food, entertainment and the opportunity to meet some of our many great creatives.

Fifteen participating galleries (listed from the east to west end of town) include: The Studio Fine Art & Framing – Offering posole and featuring work by artists Cydney Springer, Cathy Goodale, Jim Biggers and Karen McPherson at The Annex, a pop-up shop adjacent to The Studio Fine Art Art Center of Estes Park – Featuring Shades of Gray, Splashes of Color, work by Bonnie Bowne (oil, glass and photography), complementary refreshments Dragon Leaf Tea Company – Featuring local artist Earthwood Artisans – New jewelry preview, complementary refresh-

Update On The Community Corner Café Community Corner Cafe is indeed coming! We are sorry to have missed the month of October in serving our guests, but when we do start again the kitchen will have a whole new face! We will have a whole room devoted to cleaning the dishes. It looks like we will be able to open for our first dinner Friday November 4 when we will have our traditional spaghetti kick off dinner. So we will let everyone know that this date is a final “GO” as we get near the end of October.

As the work progresses our excitement builds to show it to you and use it in this community way.

So, barring any unforeseen construction delays, we will start serving November 4 from 4:30 to 6:30 at the Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church, 2000 Ptarmigan Trail, right next to Good Sams. Thanks to all who have helped us make this upgrade, and we hope to see everyone again the first week of November for our first weekly free community dinner! Any questions feel free to call Kelly or Gary Brown, 586-2021.

ments Aspen and Evergreen Gallery – Meet the artists, live music by David Potter Gary August Gallery Images of Rocky Mountain National Park – Providing food by Moon Kats Tea Shoppe, a 2-hour sale, and photographer Erik Stensland Alpenglow Images and Accents Earthwood Collections - Opening night featuring new work by Santa Cruz, California based painters Maggie Renner Hellmann and Lou Renner; live jazz by saxophonist Max Wagner and pianist Jeff Jenkins, complementary refreshments

Happy 3rd Birthday Peyton!

We LOVE you!

Inkwell & Brew – Poetry reading Wild Spirits Art Gallery Patterson Glassworks Studio and Gallery The Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park - Opening Fall Colors, phase two of Plein Air Rockies, celebrating their collaboration between Plein Art artists and sponsor Snowy Peaks Winery; light hors d'oeuvres.

Gallery Seven (next to Charlie Eagle Plume’s) – Serving pie from Baldpate Inn Visit EstesArtsDistrict.org for a map of these locations and to see the most upto-date schedule for performances and other events offered at the Art Groove.

Don’t miss the fun!

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Open Discussion On Depression Join Maria Medina for an open discussion on depression, daily struggles, or anything you may just need to discuss, every Thursday evening at 5:30 p.m. in the back room at Kind Coffee. Call Maria for more information 970-646-5642.

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Internationale Aviation Club Meeting October 11 To Feature Graham Nelson

The next meeting of the Estes Park Internationale Aviation Club will be on Tuesday, October 11th, 2016, at 6:30 p.m., in the Hondius Room, of the Estes Valley Library. This meeting is free, open to the public, and everyone is welcome. Come visit with aviation enthusiasts and listen to our speaker, Graham Nelson, give a very interesting and informative presentation on the recent Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Air Venture Air show, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Graham's presentation will be filled with pictures and videos from this year's events, so don't miss this chance to be updated on some of the latest from the largest air show in the country.

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The Association of Responsible Development usually holds its meetings on the 2nd Friday of the month, but the October meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 13. The members only meeting is scheduled for 8:30 a.m., in Room 201 of Town Hall, for its regular business.

Then at 9:00 a.m. The Town’s Community Development Director, Randy Hunt will discuss the proposed amendment to the Estes Valley Development Code for accessory dwelling units. The proposed code changes were reviewed by the Planning Commission in its August and September meetings, and has been continued to the next Planning Commission

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Mr. Hunt will speak on the proposal and answer questions. The public meeting will end at 10:00 a.m. and then the members can stay for a continuation of the closed members meeting to discuss the public session.

By way of background, if interested, the Town website has posted the September 20 Planning Commission hearing that addressed the issues at http://estesgovtv.pegcentral.com/player.p hp?video=91315444570992cd91f5c44a03 e4a182, or you can go to the Town of Estes Park website, Boards and Meetings, then Watch Town Meetings Live.

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Graham is originally from St. Charles, Illinois, and has resided in Estes Park since 2010. He works at our local Safeway store, so there is a good chance you have seen him hard at work there. His love of aviation started in childhood as the family lived near Chicago O'Hare International Airport, and his fascination with aircraft has continued to this day. Graham is an avid self-taught enthusiast, and each year he enjoys attending the EAA air show to stay up to date on the latest in aircraft development and technology.

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To The Editor: Partners Mentoring Youth would like to offer a heartfelt thank you to all who participated in the Running of the Bulls Run/Walk on Saturday, September 24, 2016. It was a cold and windy morning but that did not deter those who came out to participate or volunteer. Special thanks to our event sponsors: The Estes Park Brewery, Realities for Children Inc., US Bank, Estes Park Medical Center, Runlimited, Enviropest, Estes Park Mountain Shop, Aspen Dental Center, Bank of Estes Park, Van Horn Engineering, and Bank of Colorado. Also thank you to Safeway, Simply Christmas, Estes

Park Pet Supply, Starbucks, Noosa, Estes Park Rent All, and Mimi Hardendorf for their donations and support. Thank you to all who volunteered with preplanning, making and putting out our Running of the Bull signs, putting up posters and handing out postcards, and working the event! All the combined efforts helped make this event a success! This event helps promote and support our need for mentors for the youth in the Estes Valley.

We are in need of more mentors! Please contact Kathy Whitacre at 970-577-9348 or email: kathyw@partnersmentoringyouth.org if you would like more information about becoming a mentor!

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Cat-Astrophe Averted!

By: Becking Browning What an incredible community we live in. I’ve always thought that but it becomes most clear during times of trial like the flood or like this week when I heard a cat crying in distress.

I work from home and when I opened the sliding glass door in my office last Tuesday morning, I heard a cat meowing loudly. I immediately ran outside to try to track the sound. Just down the steep hill between my neighbor’s house and mine, I saw my neighbor, her two daughters and her son-in-law making a bee-line down the hill.

We quickly determined which tree the cat was in but were dismayed to realize she was about 40 feet up, at the very top of the tree! My neighbors said they’d heard her Monday night but couldn’t tell where she was.

We sweet talked, cajoled and meowed trying to get her to come down, but to no avail. We brought out water, cat food and tuna. She was

too frightened to budge. She just kept crying. We didn’t know who the cat belonged to but we knew we had to do something. The tree branches were sparse and dead and we just didn’t see how she would be able to get down. I pulled out my eight foot ladder but couldn’t entice her down. Then, I borrowed a neighbor’s fourteen foot ladder.

The sweet cat just kept looking at me and crying. She made her way down about three feet but would go no further.

I called and left messages for two tree services and phoned the fire department.

The fire chief came out but, given the condition of the tree and the steep hillside, he understandably did not want to risk any of his firefighters.

As so many people do nowadays, I turned to social media. I posted on the Estes Park Living Facebook page and asked for any suggestions. My friends at Airbits immediately responded by send-

ing one of their guys with a 32’ ladder.

He stayed at the top of that ladder with a bowl of tuna for 20-30 minutes but he was about six feet shy of being able to reach her.

Timber Line Tree Service showed up mid-afternoon after seeing my Facebook post. They tried everything they could but, after several hours, were still unable

to reach her. People – complete strangers to me – were posting suggestions and words of encouragement on Facebook.

Enter Matt Tschohl with Estes Valley Tree Care. Matt had picked up my voice mail after a long day out on a job. It was dark when he arrived at my house but he traipsed down the hill with me, shined his flashlight up in the tree and proclaimed that he could get her down in about five minutes. He couldn’t attempt the rescue at night but promised that he would return the next morning despite the fact that he had a very heavy schedule.

Sure enough, Matt called and came over with two of his crew. Matt has never been around cats so he was a little worried about getting bit or clawed but it did not deter him from scampering up that tree! Another neighbor had loaned us a pink kitty backpack carrier. Even that did not dissuade Matt. Matt got all the way up to the cat, held the carrier up to her and she crawled right in. He carefully lowered the carrier on a rope until she was safely on the ground. Almost two days after the cat had been scared up the tree, she was safely down. We thanked Matt profusely and, despite repeated offers to pay him, he declined to accept any money.

I am overwhelmed at the generosity of this community. People donated their time, expertise and good will. All this in an effort to help a small cat. Matt, I will be forever grateful for your generosity of spirit. Estes Park residents, thank you for caring.

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Drivers Education Offered This Spring Danny Menger 12th Grade

and write and he spends a lot of his time reading.

Danny has earned a varsity letter for cheerleading which he is very proud of and he says he owes it to his fantastic cheer coaches and amazing captain, Sena Krula.

Danny’s favorite story is the tale of Eros and Psyche. This story has always reminded him that love is blind, but always curious.

Danny likes things that often turn others away such as the monsters under your bed, the whispers in the dark. It is fascinating to him on a primal level.

After high school Danny wants to go to college to study studio art and creative writing. He plans on Congratulations to Danny Menger, the becoming a writer or painter. His Student of the Week for October 7, 2016. goal is to be an artist of some kind.

School activities Danny enjoys are beDanny has always loved the freeing the President of the Fashion Club, dom that comes from the feeling of Art and English. brush against canvas and pen to Outside of school Danny loves to paint paper.

Drivers Education is a partnership between the Estes Park School District Outreach Program and the St. Vrain Valley School District (SVVSD). The class fee is $395, which includes 30 hours of classroom & six hours of Behind-theWheel instruction. Classes are offered twice a year: once in the fall and once in the spring.

Spring Classroom sessions for Estes Park: Tuesdays, 6:009:00 p.m.

February 28th May 9th No Class March 28 (Spring Break) Classes meet at the Estes Park High School Age requirement: 14 years, 6 months or older This class offers a total of 30 classroom hours, which are required in order to schedule Behindthe-Wheel time with a driving instructor. If a student misses a class, they have to make that class up

at another school.

More information can be found online at EstesOutreach.org/DriversEd There are currently 10 students in the fall Drivers Ed class. Officer Plassmeyer, school safety officer, attends two of ten sessions to talk about laws, breaking the law, and consequences… with specific attention to common teen quandaries.

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What do you do when your dog eats off the hillside, how do you cure cuts on a hike, and how does what you feed your pet help them with their arthritis? Estes Outreach offers a three-part Pet Care series starting this month. Each class is sold separately ($16 per class); advanced registration is required.

#1 General Pet Wellness and Senior Pet Care - Instructor Renee Hodgden Wednesday, October 19, 6-7:30 p.m.

Learn how to create a lifestyle for your pet that minimizes illness and injury while maximizing the quality of your pet’s life and his relationship to you.

We’ll discuss warning signs and risk factors indicating need for veterinary attention verses home care. Take responsibility for the quality and quantity of your

pet’s life. Stay after class to get to know other pet parents. Curriculum created

by PetTech Inc. #2 Hiking and Walking with Your Dog - Instructor Renee Hodgden Wednesday, October 26, 67:30 p.m.

Learn PetTech tips on how to have fun and be safe on the trail. Participants will learn the top six pet first aid situations on the trail and what essential gear to carry. Learn dog hiking etiquette and how to equip your best friend for the trail. Find out where you can (and cannot) hike with your dog in the area.

We welcome your comments and experience to share with the class! Class appropriate for teens and adults. #3 The Healthy Dog and Cat Diet and Nutrition Class - Kate Solisti - Wednesday, Nov 9, 6-7:30 p.m. Minimum 10 students.

Learn how dogs and cats are designed to eat and how to buy or make food that keeps them healthy for life! This class addresses challenges including: overweight/underweight pets; itching, allergies & skin problems; pet stress and anxiety; fighting and conflicts; and joint problems and arthritis.

More information and registration is online at EstesOutreach.org

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Estes Pak! Helping Hungry Kids In Estes Park Hunger and food insecurity affect more and more families each year.

The teachers of the Estes Park Education Association started this program to help the students they teach every day.

What is it?

Estes Pak is a weekend food relief program for preschool and K8 children and their families in the Estes Park area.

During the regular school year, food is sent home with students on Friday for the weekend. There is no cost or requirements for students to qualify for the program. All food is nonperishable and healthy. The food is supplied by the Food Bank for Larimer County. The Estes Park Education Association, the Rotary Clubs in Estes Park and Estes Park School District are all in partnership to make this program happen.

If you would like to be refered to this program, talk to your preschool teacher, K-8 classroom teacher, or contact Terry Leija, the program coordinator. 586-7406 ext. 3284 or email him at terry_leija@psdr3.k12.co.us

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!Mochila Estes !

Ayudando a niños con hambre en Estes Park Hambre e inseguridad alimentaria afectan cada año, cada vez a más familias.

Los maestros de la Asociación de Educación de Estes Park han comenzado este programa para ayudar a los estudiantes que ellos enseñan cada día. ¿En qué consiste el programa?

Mochila Estes es un programa de ayuda alimentaria de fin de semana, para niños desde edad pre escolar hasta K-8 y sus familias, en la zona de Estes Park. Durante el año escolar regular, los viernes se envia a casa con los estudiantes la comida para el fin de semana. No hay ningún costo o requisito para que un estudiante califique para el programa.

Toda la comida es no perecedera y saludable. La comida es suministrada por el Banco de Comida del Condado de Larimer. La Asociación de Educación de Estes Park, los Clubes Rotarios en Estes Park y el Distrito Escolar de Estes Park trabajan todos en conjunto para hacer realidad este programa. Si a usted le gustaría ser un beneficiario de este programa, hable con su maestra de preescolar, o su maestro/a de K-8 o comuníquese con Terry Leija, el coordinador del programa al 586-7406 ext. 3284 o por correo electrónico a terry_leija@psdr3.k12.co.us

Boy Scout Troop 8 Needs Your Help

The Boy Scouts will begin their annual Christmas tree sale the day after Thanksgiving. They are looking for a place to cut trees and if you or someone you know has land and is need of a thinning project, please let us know. The scouts will come in and do the cutting – all you need

to do is let them know where to cut.

Lodge poles would be the ideal tree to cut for Christmas tree sales.

Please contact Craig Conley at 970-9994656 or Bryan Burke at 970-215-5268.

Mid-November would be the best time to start cutting and gathering trees.

Wildlife Responder Available To Help Knowledge, experience, skills to assist and educate individuals with and about wildlife encounters/situations.

Specialty is elk, deer, bears, mountain lions.

Part of Rocky Mtn. Cat Conservancy Research.

If you see a kill site, call asap, or if you want more information or help with a wildlife sit-

uation, call Jayne the “Bear Lady” at: 303-823-9427 or 970-685-8756.

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CLOSED MOUTHS GATHER NO FEET

I was teaching at a youth camp in northern Arizona. The class I was teaching was on the Bible book of James. When we came to chapter three I asked the class members what the most dangerous weapon on earth is. I received the normal answers…guns, automobiles, bombs. As they brainstormed I proceeded to unwrap a package I was carrying, revealing a cow’s tongue. The kids knew immediately what we were going to be talking about, and that, truly, the ‘tongue’ is the world’s worst weapon. You can read James, chapter three, and see it likened to an evil fire that begins great conflagrations. `Unlike animals who make sounds…like our elk bugling…humans can share hopes and dreams, compliments and criticisms, commendations and condemnations. Because this is true, we need to put our mind in gear before we put our mouth in motion. Someone has observed: “He that talketh by the yard, but thinketh by the inch, should be kicketh by the foot!” And we see this ‘talking’ without ‘thinking’ happening in our time. `Things ‘slip out’, don’t they? An old, rich, dying man said to his much younger wife, “When I die, I want you to get married again. You’re young and beautiful and you have your whole life ahead of you.” “Nonsense!” she said. “And I want you to give your next husband all my clothes. I want him to look good when he takes you out.” “Please don’t talk that way. It’s impossible.” “What’s impossible about it?” he asked. “You’re a thirty-eight regular, and he’s at least a forty-four long.” Small wonder he changed his will. `A married couple was sitting in their living room together. The husband glanced out of the window. He said, “There goes that woman that Harry is so crazy about!” His wife lunged toward the window, fell over a cord, broke a lamp and nearly broke her neck. Then she said, “Idiot, that’s Harry’s wife!” Harry replied, “That’s what I was saying!” `This reminds us that we are all too ready to listen to or think something that is bad or negative. The airwaves are filled with such things right now! Politicians, voters, and the media seem so interested in learning something ‘bad’ about candidates or people or society. We need, like Canadian singer, Anne Murray, to be longing for good news. She sings: “We sure could use a little good news today!” She pleads: “Tell me: nobody robbed a liquor store today…nobody OD’d…nobody fired a shot in anger… nobody had to die in vain…and everybody loves everybody in the good old USA. We sure could use a little good news today.” However, all too often it seems like we want ‘bad news’ to use to smear one another or to try to make ourselves feel or look better than others. `The Bible has some good advice for us. “Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from speaking lies.” (Psalms) “Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.” “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, the mouth of the fool gushes folly.” (Proverbs) In the New Testament we are urged: “Let your words be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how to answer any man.” (Colossians) `Let me encourage us to turn off the TV when it is gushing demeaning and caustic things, lest we and our children begin picking up this life-depriving quality. A children’s song states it simply… but clearly. “Be careful little ears what you hear” and “Be careful little mouth what you say”. These are good pieces of advice in this day when there is so much ‘opening of the mouth and inserting of foot’.

We need to rise above that.

Bob

Tibetan Singing Bowls For Healing Offered Monthly At The Senior Center

After a well-received demonstration in September, local Tibetan Reiki Master and Bowl Healer Jeff Grissom will return to the Senior Center on the third Friday of each month to offer free Tibetan Singing Bowl sessions. The next session will be Friday, October 21 at 1:00 p.m.

Space is limited, so please call or stop by the Senior Center, 220 Fourth Street, to sign up.

Jeff Grissom operates a private healing practice in Estes Park using the ancient techniques of Tibetan Bowl Healing and Reiki. According to Grissom, “Sound healing is an effective and proven modality that uses vibrational sound to help reduce stress, alter consciousness, and create a deep sense of peace, well-

being, and better health. Sound has also been shown to be a vital part of the healing process for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy and side effects, especially for pain relief management.”

For more information about Jeff and his private practice, visit www.rigpahealing.com.

To sign up for programs, please contact the Estes Park Senior Center at (970) 586-2996 or stop by the Center at 220 Fourth Street, Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. You many also visit the Senior Services website at www.estes.org/seniorcenter. To receive Senior Services news in your email inbox, please e-mail lmitchell@estes.org.

Annual Flu Shot Clinic At The Estes Park Senior Center

Monday, October 10 Chicken salad on croissant, Chef ’s choice: 2 salads, Cookie Tuesday, October 11 Octoberfest lunch! Purchase tickets ahead. German sausage, German potato salad, Sauerkraut, Bread, German chocolate cake Wednesday, October 12 Beef stew, Corn bread, Fresh relishes, Cookie bar Thursday, October 13 Hot hero sandwich, Chef ’s choice: 2 salads, Brownie Friday, October 14 Baked cod, Potato casserole, Coleslaw, Cobbler

The Estes Park Medical Group will offer flu shots on Friday, October 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Estes Park Senior Center, 220 Fourth Street. No appointments are needed; just drop in and bring your Medicare or insurance card(s) and a photo I.D. Estes Park Medical Center nurses will be onsite to conduct the clinic.

The private-pay cost is $37 for the standard flu shot and $65 for the high-dose shot (recommended for people age 65 and older). Cash or

check payable to the Estes Park Medical Group will be accepted.

To sign up for programs, please contact the Estes Park Senior Center at (970) 586-2996 or stop by the Center at 220 Fourth Street, Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. You many also visit the Senior Services website at www.estes.org/seniorcenter. To receive Senior Services news in your e-mail inbox, please e-mail lmitchell@estes.org.

2017 Medicare Updates Free program offered at the Senior Center The Town of Estes Park’s Senior Services Division and the University of Colorado Health Aspen Club are collaborating to offer a free program on Tuesday, October 18 from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. at the Estes Park Senior Center, 220 Fourth Street. The program will be presented by Kim Ferro, Aspen Club Specialist.

Space is limited, so please call or stop by the Senior Center to sign up.

This presentation is geared toward beneficiaries who are already on Medicare. Because every year brings changes and new options, it’s important to understand what choices are available so you can make informed decisions about your Medicare plan in 2017. You can make changes to your Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (PDP) and Medicare Advantage Plan

from October 15 through December 7, 2016.

The Aspen Club was established in 1989 to provide a wide range of health education, screenings, hospital discounts, and social opportunities to residents of Larimer County. If you are interested in learning more about the Aspen Club, please visit their website at www.uchealth.org/aspenclub or call (970) 495-8560 in Fort Collins or (970) 6241860 in Loveland.

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

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Senior Services Day Trip To Candlelight Dinner Playhouse

The Town of Estes Park’s Senior Services Division is offering a day trip to the Candlelight Dinner Playhouse on Sunday, November 6 to see a matinee performance of Evita. The trip will depart the Senior Center, 220 Fourth Street, at 11:00 a.m. and return approximately 6:00 p.m.

Thanks to a generous, anonymous donation to support Senior Center arts and cultural day trips, participants are receiving a 50% discount on the trip.

The cost is only $43 for EPSCC, Inc.

members or $45 for non-members. The price includes round-trip transportation, a ticket to the show, dinner, tax, and gratuity. Register at the Senior Center with cash or check payable to the Town of Estes Park by Friday, October 21.

Heralded for its rich score and explosive plot, this legendary Tony® Awardwinning musical tells the story of Argentina’s passionate political figure Eva Perón, whose love for her country’s working class was surpassed only by her ambition. Known for its anthem, “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina,” Evita will stun and delight in this epic but intimate version of the musical that ensures you’ll hear every note and feel every heartbeat.

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

Rescue Operations On Longs Peak In Rocky Mountain National Park Three men from the Glen Haven and Estes Park areas, Alan Smith (42), Elijah Holmes and Austin Holmes both in their early 20s (not related) spent an unexpected night on Kieners Route on Longs Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park, Monday, October 3.

On Tuesday morning, park rangers were in contact via text with the three men. At that time, they indicated they did not want assistance. However, because the men were unprepared to have spent the night out, rangers initiated a search and rescue mission. Rangers departed the Longs Peak Trailhead at 9:25 a.m., sum-

mited Longs Peak reaching the men at 2:50 p.m.

The three men were uninjured but were cold, dehydrated, tired and unable to ascend to the top of Kieners Route. Rangers provided food, fluids and helped warm the men. Park rangers performed a technical rescue to get the three men off the Kieners Route and then another one to get them down the lower section of the North Face on Longs Peak, reaching the Boulder Field at 7:15 p.m. Rangers then walked with the men down the Longs Peak Trail and reached the trailhead before midnight.

October Is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month This October, Salud Family Health Center is proud to participate in National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

This is a chance to raise awareness about the importance of early detection of breast cancer.

Breast cancer is the second most common kind of cancer in women. About one in eight women born today in the United States will get breast cancer at some point. The good news is that many women can survive breast cancer if it's found and treated early. A mammogram - the screening test for breast cancer - can help find breast cancer early when it's easier to treat.

• If you are a woman age 40 to 49, talk with a doctor about when to start getting mammograms and how often to get

them.

• If you are a woman age 50 to 74, be sure to get a mammogram every two years.

Call Salud today at 970-484-0999 or 303MYSALUD to schedule an appointment with your provider to be sure you are up to date with your mammogram.

The Estes Park Salud Family Health Center is located at 1950 Redtail Hawk Drive. The website address is www.saludclinic.org At Salud Family Health Centers, we provide quality, affordable primary health care services to keep you and your family healthy. We serve all members of the community regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Salud accepts Medicaid, Medicare, CHP+, and most private insurance plans.

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Quilt Guild Meeting Next Wednesday

The Estes Valley Quilt Guild meets the second Wednesday of each month, at Good Samaritan Village, 1901 Ptarmigan Trail. The October meeting is on Wednesday the 12th. The meeting begins at 6:45 p.m., however, if you come at 6:30 you can catch up with friends.

This month our speaker is Susan Brooks, President of Front Range Quilters in Louisville, CO. She will demonstrate “eco dying.” If you are a quilter visiting in Estes Park, please join us. The Guild is always glad to have visitors join us. We do ask our guests for a $10 donation, which helps us cover the costs we incur to bring speakers to our meetings.

Susan will demonstrate the process to dye fabric with our native Colorado plants. Susan will also provide a handout of all the steps, including the do’s and don’ts. We will be sitting at the dye tables to watch her process closely. Attendees will help unwrap dye bundles to view the magic of our natural plants on fabric.

Susan says, “I had been happily dyeing fabrics for my art for about 12 years.

Then about seven years ago, a friend brought me a magnificent piece of fabric with gentle images of leaves and flowers asking me how they got there. I was stumped! So, I took a year off from my work to investigate the art of transferring plant life images onto fabric. Only to discover, after wrapping bundles almost daily, that I had only scratched the surface of the chemistry of plant dyeing.”

She continued, “I have been honored to teach many students, as well as do demos at the Denver Art Museum, Longmont Museum and the Lafayette Library in recent years. Join me as I demo the process, discuss the safety and share the magic of seeing the plant transfer onto fabric and paper before your eyes!”

Susan has a few more spaces in her class in Lafayette on October 15, from 9-4.

Please contact Pauline if you want to take the class at pmbheart@yahoo.com.

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Empowering Hearts Empowering Hearts A Group For Women Meeting Wednesday Evenings Starting October 19 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Do you need healing, comfort, self-esteem, or positive change?

Are you in a difficult or abusive relationship?

Group is free of charge.

Free individual counseling is available.

For more information call 970-577-9781 EVVA@estesvalleycrisisadvocates.org

EVENTS IN ESTES PARK

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

Oct. 7 – Oct. 21, 2016 EVENTS Oct. 7: First Friday Art Groove. See what’s happening in the Estes Park fine arts world. Shops & galleries throughout Estes Park. 5-7pm.

Oct. 8: Pumpkins & Pilsners. Festival with pumpkin patch, craft beer, kids activities, live music and more! Bond Park. 11am-5pm Oct. 8: Estes Park Mountain Shop Open House. Free climbing in the gym and gear demos. EP Mountain Shop.

10am-5pm

Oct. 11: Open Mic Night. Ed’s Cantina.

6-9pm

Daily through Oct. 10: Elk Echoes.

Moraine Park Discovery Center. 6pm

Oct. 11 & 12: James Davis. Spanish Guitar. Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6pm

Oct. 7-9: Wildlife through the Seasons. Fall River Visitor Center.

2-3pm

Oct. 12: Jon Pickett. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 5-8pm Oct. 12: Open Mic. Lonigans. 9pm Oct. 13: Open Bluegrass Jam. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm Oct. 14 & 15: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm Oct. 14 & 15: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm

Oct. 8 & 9: Fall Celebration Sidewalk Sale. Downtown stores move merchandise to the sidewalk for great bargains and unique finds.

Oct. 15: Music on the Patio. Fajita Rita’s. 6-9pm

Oct. 11 & 18: Free 5K Group Run. A fun run for all abilities. Starting and ending at the Stanley Hotel. 6pm

Oct. 15: Jay Roemer. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 7-10pm

Oct. 21: RedRum Mystery Dinner. A four-course gourmet meal with a side of mystery and intrigue. The Stanley Hotel 5:30-9:30pm

MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT Oct. 7: Max Wagner & Jeff Jenkins.

Jazz. Earthwood Collections. 5-8pm Oct. 7 & 8: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm Oct. 7 & 8: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm Oct. 7: Spoken Word & Poetry Slam.

Inkwell & Brew. 7-9pm Oct. 7: Dahlby & Nadine. Americana.

The Barrel. 6-9pm Oct. 8: Music on the Patio. Fajita Rita’s. 6-9pm Oct. 8: Sean Flynn. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 7-10pm Oct. 9: Erin Dahlby. Acoustic. The Barrel. 1-4pm.

Oct. 9: Ellie Flair. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 5-7pm Oct. 9: Open Mic. Fajita Rita’s. 6-9pm

Oct. 15: Reel Rock 11. Movie showing.

Estes Park Mountain Shop. 7pm

Oct. 7-9: High Country Tails. Alpine Visitor Center. 2:30pm Oct. 8-10: Moraine Park Nature Walk.

Moraine Park Discovery Center. 1011am Rocky Mountain Conservancy Programs: Fees apply & registration is required. Call for details: 970-586-3262.

Oct. 7, 8, 10, 13, 14 & 15: Elk Expeditions Bus Tour. 5-7:30pm

SEMINARS, CLASSES & LECTURES

Oct. 16: Neal Whitlock. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 5-8pm

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

Oct. 16: Open Mic. Fajita Rita’s. 6-9pm

Oct. 20: Kids Yoga. Estes Park Yoga.

3:45-5pm

Oct. 18 & 19: James Davis. Spanish Guitar. Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6pm Oct. 19: Jon Pickett. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 5-8pm Oct. 19: Open Mic. Lonigans. 9pm Oct. 20: Open Bluegrass Jam. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm Oct. 20: The Mountain Town Trio.

Fajita Rita’s. 6-9pm Oct. 21: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm Oct. 21: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm

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

EXHIBITS Oct. 7-Oct. 31: The History & Beauty of MacGregor Ranch. E.P. Museum.

Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 1-5pm Oct. 7-Oct. 23: Shades of Gray, Splashes of Color. Art Center of Estes Park. 10am-5pm Oct. 7-Dec. 9: Autumn Art Walk.

Throughout the Estes Valley. 12-5pm Oct. 7-Nov. 30: Fine Art Show: Maggie Renner Hellmann and Lou Renner.

Earthwood Collections.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Free RMNP & Ranger-Led Programs.

Details: 970-586-1206

Nov. 5: Fall Back Beer Festival. A celebration of beer and the people who make it. Estes Park Events Complex.

12-5pm

Daily through Oct. 10: Bear Necessities. Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. 10am

Nov. 25: Catch the Glow Parade.

Illuminated Christmas Parade. Along Elkhorn Ave. 5:30pm

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

Storm Mountain Holiday Bazaar This Friday & Saturday In Drake The 8th Annual Storm Mountain Holiday Bazaar is rapidly approaching! They will again have a number of local artisans displaying beautiful handmade items that would make wonderful holiday gifts.

This sale is much earlier this year in order to beat the closing of US Highway 34; and organizers hope you will come through the canyon, see some fall colors, and stop in to shop. Look for a few more fall craft items (Halloween perhaps?) as well as the usual Thanksgiving and Christmas items. A serving of chili and tortilla will be available for $3; larger quantities can also be purchased to take home. If you want a larger quantity, for

Friday dinner perhaps, they can provide that too. All funds go to the local volunteer fire department to provide any items needed for the new firehouse, such as firefighting equipment and tools for the workshop.

The wide variety of locally handcrafted items will include quilted, knit & crocheted items, jewelry, soaps, herbal salves & lotions, pottery, painted glasses, felted wool mittens and clogs, antler and leather crafts, honey, decorations, wooden switch plates and candle holders, cards, hand carved signs, pet items, decorated purses, steampunk lamps and more treasures!

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Pumpkins & Pilsners This Saturday In Bond Park ally brewed beer from two local breweries, Estes Park Brewery and Rock Cut Brewery. After purchasing your coveted commemorative beer mug, make sure to check out one of our six food vendors while listening to a fantastic live music lineup. Chainstation will be playing from 11-12:30, followed by Pandas & People from 1:30-3:00 and Amplified Souls on stage from 4-6. Along with the adult fun we’ve managed to create a festival that’s just as much fun for the kids! Make sure to stop by our Cheley Camp pumpkin patch

It’s time for Pumpkins & Pilsners! Please join us this Saturday, Oct 8th from 11-6 at Bond Park in Estes Park, CO for this fall family festival! Admission is free along with all kid’s activities. All profits from the festival go directly back into the local community to support educational, recreational and family friendly opportunities to all who live and enjoy playing in Estes Park. This is Families for Estes 3rd annual Pumpkins & Pilsners fundraiser and this year we have a few new additions as well as some familiar attractions you’ve enjoyed in the past. Enjoy sipping on season-

and grab a few beautiful, large pumpkins for just $5 a piece. Store your pumpkins in our “sold corral” and move onto the bounce houses, Estes Park Mt. Shop sponsored mini strider bike course

Volunteers-EPMC Needs Your Talents!

By: Kerrie Hill, EPMC

Volunteers are an integral part of a hospital. They play an important role by assisting visitors, patients, and various departments within a health care organization. Volunteers give the gift of their time and are ready to help where help is needed and ready to serve where service is wanted. Estes Park Medical Center is seeking to build its volunteer base. Service and convenience to our patients is a top priority. Volunteers are needed to serve in the following areas: • Front entrance Volunteer • Diagnostic Imaging Support – phone calls, escorting patients, etc • Medical Surgical Unit • Prospect Park Living Center – socialize with residents – help with activities.

• General office assistance The minimum age requirement to become a volunteer is 18. There is no maximum age as long as the individual is physically able to work on selected assignments. Opportunities are available to retirees, professionals, homemakers and students. Interested volunteers will need to pick up and complete an application.

These forms can be obtained at the Human Resource Department which is located on the lower level of Estes Park Medical Center on the North West side of the building. A background check and references will be required. Prospective

volunteers will be contacted for an interview. New volunteers will be required to attend a hospital orientation and will receive all screening tests. One-on-one training and tours will be provided to become familiar with the facility. Volunteer training sessions will be scheduled as soon as applications are reviewed and background checks are completed.

Volunteers must be able to: • Be flexible in meeting the needs of the patient and EPMC staff.

• Capable of maintaining confidentiality.

• Be reliable, responsible, dependable and punctual.

• Be caring and customer friendly!

• Walk and assist with wheelchair transport Volunteers will be provided a picture name badge.

Why become a volunteer? Volunteering offers the benefits of sharing your talents, learning about Estes Park Medical Center, and the opportunity to share and make a difference in assisting others. By becoming a member of our volunteer team, you’ll become part of a proud group of professionals helping to improve the quality of life of others. Share your experience and talents and become a part of our volunteer corp. Discover how volunteering can enrich your own life.

For more information about volunteering, call 577-4458.

(bikes and helmets provided), Roots School art station, EVICS face painting and temporary tattoo booth, hay bale jump, corn sensory play pools, giant jenga and lawn bag toss. And if that wasn’t enough to entertain you, we also have free pony rides from 1-4 p.m.

This year we will once again be featuring a pumpkin decorating contest, details to enter are as follows: Pumpkins must arrive decorated at the festival grounds by 1:00 p.m. There is a $5 fee to enter your pumpkin into the contest, payable the day of. The pumpkins will be on display until 4:00 when judging will take place and winners will be announced. There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners.

Must be present to win. All ages welcome to participate and there will not be separate age groups. Check out the great prizes: 1st Place: One free month of CrossFit or Karate lessons (kid or adult)

2nd Place: $50 gift certificate to the Grey House 3rd Place: $25.00 to Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory We’d like to include a complete list of event sponsors because without them this festival is not possible! Thank you for valuing children and families in Estes Park!

Platinum: Estes Park Medical Center, 1st Colorado Realty Gold: Cheley Camps, Rambo’s Longhorn Liquor, Ed’s Cantina, Van Horn Engineering, Renewal by Anderson, Bank of Colorado, Ink Well & Brew, Twin Owls Steakhouse, Town of Estes Park, Visit Estes Park, Rock Cut Brewery, Estes Park Brewery, Estes Park News, Comfort Inn Silver: Bank of Estes Park, New Roots Real Estate, Red Rose Rock Shop, Dave & Marcie Kiser, Anonymous donation, Spencer Family Chiropractic, Estes Park Feed Supply, Streamside on Fall River, Estes Park Mountain Shop Bronze: The Grey House, Trail Ridge Printing, Estes Park Dojo, Estes Park CrossFit, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Come out and enjoy a fun filled day with the whole family while supporting a wonderful local non-profit organization!! For more information about Families for Estes and our mission, please visit us at: www.familiesforestes.org and “Like” and “Follow” us on Facebook: Families for Estes.

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Fall Colors Opens At The CAC On Friday

Plein Air Rockies 2016 has entered its final phase with the results of the Fall Colors paint-out premiering during a First Friday celebration at the CAC gallery on Friday, Oct. 7, from 5-8 p.m.

The public is invited to this free reception which will feature the special Plein Air Rockies wines created by local sponsor, Snowy Peaks Winery.

The fall paint-out featured several of the participating artists of this year's

Plein Air Rockies, who returned to the area to paint the glorious colors of autumn in the northern Rocky Moun-

New Friends Up For Adoption

Penny is an adorable yellow lab mix who is about 1 1/2 years old and she does great with kids. She is a little shy at first but warms up quickly.

Marshall is two year old small terrier mix. He would be great for a family with kids. He loves playing ball and enjoys having dog and people friends and he is crate trained.

Richard is an eight year old min pin, he is goofy and a love bug. He does well with kids and other dogs but enjoys people friends a little more. He likes to be a lap dog.

Sugar is a three year old short hair chihuahua. She loves kids and is very sweet and loving. Sugar enjoys sleeping in.

Sylvia is two year old gorgeous black and white kitty. She is a sweet, petite cat.

Stop down to the Pet Lodge to meet any tains. one of these precious pets.

Brand-new pieces by Gary Gore, VirAll pets are offered through the Pet Asginia Unseld, Bonnie Bowne, Jenifer sociation of Estes Park, a non-profit orCline, Cecy Turner, Cathy Goodale, and ganization that works to find homes for Scott Ruthven will be added to the existstray and abandoned pets, control dog ing Plein Air 2016 collection. The entire and cat populations by funding sterilizaexhibition is available at the CAC fine tion programs, educate members of the art gallery, 423 W. Elkhorn Ave., through community, especially young people, October 30, and online for purchase at about the humane treatment of animals www.estesarts.com and the responsibilities of pet ownership; and promote community involvement in the use of pets as therapeutic agents (e.g., in nursing homes).

The Estes Park Pet Association is your local humane society. You can make a $50 per face, tax-deductible donation to the Pet Assodepending on ciation by sending your check to P.O. detail.

Box 4342, Estes Park, CO 80517. For Call Beth at more information, contact Carolyn Fair970-492-5446 to make an ap- banks, President of the Pet Association at (970) 586-5121. pointment for adult face Photos courtesy Shutter Crazy Photos painting on Oct. 29; or, to arrange for earlier kid’s appointments on Oct. 31.

Penny

Marshall

Halloween Face Painting Offered At The CAC

Local artist Beth Engel is offering face painting for children on Halloween and for adults on Saturday, October 29, in the Cultural Arts Council’s workshop room (access the door on the east side of the building).

Parents are invited to bring their children by the CAC between 2 and 5 p.m. on Monday, October 31, for Halloween face painting. Earlier appointments can be made by request. Kids’ face painting is offered between $5-$15 per face, depending on level of detail.

On Saturday, October 29, Beth will also offer face-painting for adults between noon and 5 p.m. in the same location. Adult face painting is offered by appointment for $20-

Sylvia

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Friday, October 7, 2016

14ers X 54: Are You There Yet?

Linda Adam-Hall crossing the Capitol Peak knife edge on August 8, 2011.

Calling all Estes Park residents who have done all of Colorado’s “official�

14,000-foot peaks!

We would love to hear from you. A small group of Estes hikers/climbers who had accomplished the feat of making it to the top of all of those peaks gathered together a few years ago, and a tradition was born. Once a year, the group still gathers – including those who completed this achievement more recently.

We’re sure there are others out there in Estes Park who have reached this milestone (or 54 milestones, as it is), and perhaps even more beyond. If you would like to be on the email list for the informal group of hikers & climbers who’ve “done them all,� please send an email to garyhall@beyondbb.com. We’ve found that the group is a great way to celebrate not only the 14ers, but also other climbs, adventures, and stories of the mountains.

Ever onward!

Citizen Meetings with County Commissioner Tom Donnelly

Wed., October 12 @ 9:00am Estes Park Senior Center 220 4th Street, Estes Park

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Newcomers Club Meeting October 20 At YMCA Of The Rockies The Estes Park Newcomers Club will hold its October general meeting of the 2016/2017 year on Thursday, October 20th at the YMCA of the Rockies. The YMCA of the Rockies is located at 2515 Tunnel Road (we will be in the Willome Room). Check-in and social time will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by a dinner buffet that includes salad bar, rolls and butter, London Broil, herbed roasted chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy, roasted sweet potatoes, seasonal vegetable and fruit tray for dessert. BYOB, iced tea, water and coffee bar provided.

Please specify if you have any dietary restrictions. Carpooling is encouraged. After dinner, Kathy Brazelton, a Rocky Mountain National Park Ranger will be our speaker.

Prospective members are welcome and may attend up to two general meetings before joining. At October’s meeting, members may renew their annual membership and prospective members may join by paying the fee of $30.00 per household/individual. Checks made out before coming to the meeting facilitate check-in. They also can be mailed to: Newcomers Club, P. O. Box 2282, Estes Park, CO 80517.

Reservations are required in advance no later than noon, Friday, October 14th.

Members or interested guests are asked to sign up on our web site estespparknewcomers.org; select October Dinner under Coming Events and follow the prompts. Any cancellations must occur by the deadline or you will be responsible for the cost of your reservation. Your reservation is confirmed only when you receive an e-mail reply.

Kathy Brazelton, the East District Naturalist for Rocky Mountain National Park, will be sharing her expertise on the “elk rut. � It is that time of year when the bu-

gles sound in the distance and golfers have to maneuver around those big herds of Elk. Get the whole truth and nothing but the truth as it pertains to the entire hubbub going on in both the Park and our neighborhoods. Those stately animals, that have been known to devour our plants and trees, are now going through their yearly “dance� in order to preserve their place in the natural order.

It is called the “rut,� but those of us who are new to the Estes Valley know very little about this yearly phenomenon. Kathy will bring thirty years of experience to our general meeting event and we look forward to hearing her explain why the bugles sound this time of year and what we can expect from our beautiful elk here in the Estes Valley.

Newcomers meetings are held the third Thursday of each month, September through May (except December). Luncheons or dinners provide opportunities to hear from community members and the opportunity to experience different restaurants in the Estes Valley and for the restaurants to showcase their offerings at a reasonable price. The reservation price may vary each month.

The Estes Park Newcomers Club, founded in 1965, is a social, non-profit and non-discriminatory organization. It was founded to help adult residents of the Estes Park area learn about the community while developing new friendships. A household/individual membership is open to any resident who has not been a member previously. Membership participation is limited to 5 years.

Prospective members can join at any time. For membership information contact Dan Scace or Rod Unruh at epnewcomers@gmail.com or visit www.estesparknewcomers.org. Please come and join us!

Friday, October 7, 2016

EPNEWS.COM

It Isn’t A Surprise Anymore!

By: Charley Dickey th

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On October 8 & 9 , 2016 we will be celebrating the 25th year of the Estes Park “Surprise Sidewalk Sale.” My curiosity got the best of me and I decided to see if I could find out how this downtown community event got started. Not living here but a mere seven years, I had to start asking the “old timers” if they knew. I got a few opinions but it was difficult getting the facts. After spending two afternoons in the Town Clerk’s office going through 25 years of Town Board Resolutions that authorized the sidewalk sale event, I discovered the beginning of the “Surprise Sidewalk Sale” and the changes that have occurred over the years. This may be a good place to state that any additional information about the sidewalk sale history would be greatly appreciated and will help to update the information gained to date.

In 1991 the Estes Park Business Association and the Special Events Department of the Town of Estes Park teamed together to sponsor the first “Surprise Sales Days” on October 12th and 13th. This was to be the start of an annual event to benefit the businesses at the end of the season. The resolution contained information on the following: Hours (10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)

Available to all licensed Estes Park businesses with space available for those without sidewalk frontage Sale would be held rain or shine Adequate sidewalk clearance for pedestrians Advertising posters would be provided The Estes Park Business Association and the Special Events Department of the

Town of Estes sponsored the event through 1993. The hours were changed to 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Prior to this year’s Surprise Sale Days, the Chamber of Commerce had a preliminary event called the “Scarecrow Contest” held on October 2. This event included a five gallon bucket, concrete, a six foot pole and of course a scarecrow. The first place was $100.00! It was open to families, groups and individuals. This was a onetime event.

The annual sale continued from 1994 to 2001 with the event held in the first two weeks of October. In 2002 it appears there was an effort to make the sale more of a Christmas shopping experience. The dates were changed to December 7th & 8th and time to 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This was the first and last time that a December sidewalk sale was tried.

Whew, that is a relief.

2003 thru 2008 the sidewalk sales continued to be scheduled Saturday and Sunday during the first two weeks of October, sponsored by The Special Events Department. The only changes were the ending time was changed to 5:30 p.m.

In 2009 the Town changed the name of the Special Events Department to just Events Department and added a second annual “Surprise Sidewalk Sale” weekend in the spring. The first spring sale was

Rotary Club Of Estes Park To Sponsor Shred-A-Thon October 15 Stories of identity theft rattle most people. So often the theft begins with stolen mail that contains personal information.

You can help avoid this fate by shredding those stacks of documents that you would rather not feed to your home shredder. Let the professionals do it for you: The Rotary Club of Estes Park.

Come and contribute your excess paperwork at the Rotary club’s Shred-aThon on Saturday, October 15. Residents can drop off items between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. or until the truck is full. Head to the Event Center parking lot off of Manford Avenue in Estes Park.

“Community shred days are part of our commitment to the prevention of identity theft and our support for recycling,” said Tara Moenning, event coordinator.

Items appropriate for shredding are:

• Old bank statements • Credit card offers • Cancelled checks • Old medical records • Paycheck stubs • Anything with your personal information.

Clips, staples, and binders do not need to be removed.

While there is no charge, a generous donation would be appreciated, Moenning notes. The Rotary Club sponsors the cost of the truck so that all tax-deductible, donated funds will benefit the club’s scholarship program.

If you can’t be there on October 15, a club member will pick up your items.

Call Tara Moenning, 970-577-0186 for information on pick up.

April 18th and 19th. This may have been a bit early as the next year 2010 the event was held May 8th and 9th, a week after the Rotary’s Duck Race.

May 7th and 8th, 2011 marked the first year that the spring “Surprise Sidewalk Sale” was purposefully scheduled to run at the same time as the Duck Race.

The idea was to create a festival within the business district around the Duck Race competition. This collaboration has continued to this day with businesses helping to sell adoptions and promoting the festival. The Rotary Duck Race committee has worked hard to create this event for the community, benefiting the local non-profits.

From 2012 through 2014, there were no changes. The Events department continued to sponsor the two annual spring and fall sidewalk sales.

The hours were lengthened in 2015 to 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and businesses were allow to display sandwich boards

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and other temporary sale signage during the two day sale.

This year, 2016, a resolution was approved to remove the restriction on hours and remove the need for the approval of a resolution twice a year. The current resolution was approved until 2019.

The Town of Estes Park has been the consistent sponsor of these annual events and has been supplying posters over the years with the image design and creation coming from both Town Staff and Visit Estes Park. These posters are available three to four weeks prior to the event. A special poster was produced for the “Surprise Sidewalk Sale” in May 2016 by the local artist Michael Young. He captured the excitement of the shopping crowds in front of Church shops on the west side of downtown. Who knows maybe we will have more artists depictions on the future posters.

Our sidewalk sales were once an end of the year sale to clear old inventory but times have changed. For one thing the second week end in October is a far cry from the end of any season except maybe summer. Stores now have great sales on overstocked items and special ordered products just for the sidewalk sales.

Shoppers can get terrific deals on top quality products and enjoy the changing season. Estes Park’s popularity has increased allowing our visitors to enjoy year-round entertainment and activities.

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Friday, October 7, 2016

ESTES PARK

Roots Community School-Connecting To Place, Connecting To One-Another

By: Tracey McGinnis “We’re cultivating earth citizens,” says Maisie Greer, founder of Roots Community School, an experiential Elementary School opening in Estes in the Fall of 2017. “Yes, we’re a school,” says Maisie, “but we’re also so much more; we build community by nature. We’re contributing to the enlivening of education in the whole Estes Valley.”

Roots isn’t just for the community, it’s being created by the community from the ground up. Parent input has been integral to the development of the school from day one and community partners have been assisting and advising Maisie through every step of the way. Individuals from the Estes Valley Library, Eagle Rock School & Professional Development Center, Estes Valley Land Trust, Estes Park School District, Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park Economic Development Corporation, Estes Park Thanksgiving Community Gathering, Estes Valley Watershed Coalition, Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center, and the University of Northern Colorado (to name a few) have partnered with Roots to contribute to the successful start and sustainable growth of the Roots Community School initiative.

Community, after all, is the reason and inspiration for the School. Maisie first

moved to Estes Park in 2009 after her ESL teaching position in Leadville absolved due to district funding cuts.

Maisie’s partner, artist Bin Greer, had been living in Estes as a summer fly-fishing guide with Sasquatch Flyfishing since 2001 and his ties to the community guaranteed the both of them last-minute employment. It’s also where the two of them met, so it seemed the perfect move. The Estes community embraced their move and Maisie witnessed a tightness, connection, and community resiliency she felt she had always been searching for.

After working several years with the Outdoor Education department at the YMCA of the Rockies, Maisie decided to further pursue her passion for experiential education by obtaining a Masters in Environmental Studies / Environmental Education. In 2011, Maisie moved with Bin to New Hampshire to attend graduate school at Antioch University New England with the intent to move back to Estes upon graduation to start an environmental education-based organization.

But life has a way of throwing curve balls. Just as Maisie was in the thick of studying community resiliency and sustainability on the far East side of the country, her mother-in-law, Robynn, was diagnosed with brain cancer. Maisie and Bin moved to Missouri to care for Robynn full time and help with the good

fight, only to learn that resiliency, in this case the resiliency of cancer, isn’t always a good thing.

Though Maisie was able to finish her Masters degree from Missouri, by mid-2013, the Greers were motherless, unemployed, and pregnant.

They needed somewhere to go that was accepting and supportive, somewhere they could go to heal and reconnect – in the Fall of 2013, they returned to their beloved Estes Park to put their pieces back together and birth and raise their son.

As they drove across Kansas to find “home,” the rains poured on Estes Park and flooded out the roads. The Greers stayed with friends in Denver until Estes was somewhat stable and then moved on up to their very different-looking home where everyone was piecing back together lives.

Among other things, the flood wiped the slate clean, it overturned stones left untouched for hundreds of years, it strengthened a community, and brought to Maisie’s attention the important things in life. “If we are to raise children in this unpredictable world,” Maisie wrote in her early notes for the school, “then they ought to understand how the earth works and be deeply connected to it, to one another, and to themselves; they ought to intrinsically understand the interconnections of Earth’s systems. We need a generation of individuals that have the tools and motivation to solve complex problems, that have the ability and desire to collaborate across boundaries of difference; we need a citizenry that is rooted.”

Maisie also took note of the needs of a changing Estes community. As a new mom with frequent contact with other families, Maisie noticed that some families were moving away or commuting away from Estes to find alternative education options for their children. Roots Community School is for families who are looking for something different. It’s for individuals who are called by the mountains and for those whose educational needs would best be served through outdoor learning.

By inviting Estes’ diverse and knowledgeable community members to contribute to the education provided by lead teachers, Roots will employ and involve a multitude of local residents while simultaneously providing Roots’ students with a diversity of knowledge and perspective.

At Roots, classes are small and diverse, teachers are exceptional and many, and classrooms have no walls. Students of Roots Community School will spend an average of 50% of each day outdoors, exploring the natural world, engaging in meaningful work, and utilizing environmental and community projects as a foundation for authentic learning across the curriculum.

Roots Community School is intentionally diverse and inclusive in direct correlation with its commitment to its educational and environmental mission. Roots Community School understands that the earth, our human and non-human communities, our organization, and each engaged individual benefit from the creativity, innovation, perspective, respect, and wisdom that results when people who have different experiences, abilities, knowledge, skills, and perspectives work together in a collaborative environment.

As a school-scholarship recipient herself, Maisie is personally committed to making Roots an affordable educational option. A tuition-assistance fund has been built into the budget to allow Roots the flexibility to offer financial assistance starting in its first year. Additionally, Roots is seeking financial sponsors to make this vision a reality. Visit Roots’ website for more information.

Greer’s commitment to Estes Park is to foster an outstanding local education system, give the community somewhere to convene and share, and to root our youth in a deep understanding of and connection to themselves, each other, and this place we call home. When we feel rooted to where we live, we become a part of where we live – forever.

For more information about Roots Community School, visit www.RootsCommunitySchool.org.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY AS TO STUDENTS Roots Community School admits students of any race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, sex, religion, gender, gender expression, ancestry, disability, and sexual orientation to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, sex, religion, gender, gender expression, ancestry, disability, or sexual orientation in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

Friday, October 7, 2016

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“Treasure Tables” Arts & Crafts Show October 15 At The YMCA By: Penny Fox

Make that Dream Reality 4.24 acres of mountain top living with meadows plush with wildflowers, mature pine trees, rock outcroppings and abundant wildlife. Enjoy panoramic views of the wooded foothills in the Rocky Mountains. Easy commute to Estes Park and the Front Range. Horse property and close to riding trails. It isn't named "The Retreat" for nothing. $116,000 970 Elkridge Drive

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Can be developed into a special campground, storage garages, office complex or many other possibilities.

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and Leslie Anderson’s puzzles and jewelry boxes, folklore jewelry from Susie It’s never too early to stock up on gifts Manhoff, posters by Audem Gonzales, for the upcoming Thanksgiving and jean purses handcrafted by Dorothy Bird, Christmas season or that one-of-a- kind item you've been looking to find. A great Ginger Gainey’s hand embroidered tea towels and Curtis Fox of Aspenway to get hoff Studios will be feeding live started is at interviews with the vendors on "Treasure Tathe internet during the show. bles" on OctoChapter IY will be selling baked th ber 15 at the goods.

YMCA of the The "Treasure Tables" event is Rockies in dedicated to helping local P.E.O. Estes Park loChapter IY raise awareness and cated in the support for P.E.O. International.

Willome All proceeds from Chapter IY Building. Over will directly benefit the P.E.O. In40 tables with ternational projects.

Since its invendors from ception in 1869, P.E.O. InternaEstes Park, 16 tional has given nearly other Col$283-million dollars in financial orado cities, assistance to almost 99,000 recipNebraska, ients of educational scholarships, Texas and grants, awards and low-interest Wyoming will loans. Several women in Estes offer a wide Park have received support from assortment of Hand-woven shawl from Crow’s P.E.O. to further their education. gift items from Nest Studio, Estes Park.

Photo Laurel Todd, a 2014 graduating 9:00 a.m. to courtesy B. Richards senior from Estes Park High 4:00 p.m. EnSchool, is a recipient of the covjoy the freshness of autumn air with the smell and taste of freshly baked goods as you leisurely shop the "Treasure Tables.” Free admission. No matter what the weather is, shopping is made easier by being indoors with plenty of parking space. By attending this event, you support the mission of P.E.O: to grant more educational opportunities to women.

Vendors at "Treasure Tables" this year inMeet illustrator and writer Charles Fox and his new comic clude: Cindy Hoyle strip Chubwagon Monsters. Charles works out of his home (beadwork), Next Page studio in Dallas. This will be the first time Chubwagon MonAccessories (fabric ster Comics visits Colorado. Photo courtesy C. Fox hats), Usborne Books & More with children’s books, High Water Art, Anita Fielder quilts, Jewelry Xpressions (glass jewelry), eted Star Scholarship. Julie Brown Sykes Moon Beams and Rainbows, Crow’s Nest was awarded a Scholar's grant to complete her PhD. Another local resident, Studios, Elegant Elk Studios, Amy’s Art Stephanie Soliday, received a scholarship to Wear and handcrafted soaps, Chubwagon Monsters comic books, art posters to the P.E.O. owned Cottey College in Nevada, MO. She also received generous and toys from Charles Fox, Valerie monetary gifts from all of the local Estes Krohn’s jewelry, ornaments and switch Park P.E.O chapters. The competition for plates, Handmade for Ewe, Marsha these monetary awards is formidable and Hobert’s photography, Debbie Kwaiser (jewelry), P.E.O. Chapter HG from Long- the recipients come from every walk of life. P.E.O. International is doing everymont (cutlery), P.E.O. Chapter IU from thing possible to continue its mission to Estes Park, cards and walking sticks by provide educational opportunities to Mary Nelson Zurfluh, Estes Valley Liwomen of all ages. Ask any member of brary (used books), Jeremiah Ramirez’s P.E.O. how to apply for financial assisphotography, Simply Susan G. (cards), tance.

Laura Davis Art Studio, Anne Vogt JewMark your calendars today for Saturday, elry, Mountain Man Nuts & Fruits, October 15th, to shop at "Treasure Tables" Charla Herbert’s paintings, Jennifer and start an annual tradition. Estes Park Gance children’s book, Terry Rustin’s canes and walking sticks, cards by Elaine P.E.O. Chapter IY is the proud sponsor of "Treasure Tables" and greatly appreciates Hunt-Downey, stitchery by Jill Davies, your support. Follow us on FACEBOOK: Julie Esposito’s handcrafted soaps, Treasure Tables.

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Friday, October 7, 2016

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A Crossroads Benefit Hosted

By The Dunraven Inn

New Price

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$239,000 TBD Promontory Dr Build your dream home on over 2 acres on a forested lot with incredible views, end of street location affording spectacular views and tranquility. All town utilities available. Easy access to town and National Park

$1,195,000 3321 Rockwood Lane An exceptional private estate. 7000 sq.ft. 6 bedrooms, 7 baths, log-sided home with the highest level of materials and craftsmanship, recently updated. Interior is spectacular with 2 master suites, 2 fireplaces, gourmet kitchen, great room, family room, dining room, library and most furnishing that were custom built for this home are included. Expansive private deck with hot tub gazebo and 3-car heated garage. One of a kind Colorado-style home!

Announcing Exciting New Auction Items Excitement is growing for this yearly event; tickets are selling at a faster pace than last year; amazing auction items are being donated; and Chef Marty at The Dunraven Inn is planning mouthwatering heavy hors d’oeuvres for the enjoyment of all. Top this off with a wine tasting, music, and of course the drawing for a travel certificate valued at $6,500. (You need not be present to win.) The result is a fun-filled evening in which all proceeds go directly to Crossroads Ministry.

New auction item: One week stay for two on Doubtless Bay, New Zealand.

The owners of this spectacular property have not only offered their guest house, but will also provide a one day fishing trip, followed by dinner with “the catch of the day.”

Auction items now also include a guided fishing trip and gear from Kirks Flyshop; a party package with catered lunch by “You Need Pie;” a basket of creations from RMNP Images, including a generous gift certificate; wine baskets; a vacation week at a home in Florida; and lots of other gift certificates from local businesses.

Come and enjoy all of this and help Crossroads of Estes Park!

Vintage 2016 will be held on Sunday, October 23, from 4-7:00 p.m.

Ticket cost is $100 and may be purchased at The Dunraven Inn - 2470 Colorado 66, Estes Park, CO 80517; or by calling either 586-6032 or 5865811.

The Dunraven Inn is donating all food, wine, and service, and therefore, all proceeds will benefit Crossroads Ministry of Estes Park, Inc. Crossroads Ministry of Estes Park, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit agency which has been providing basic human services to residents in need who live in the Estes Valley for over 30 years. It offers assistance to clients on low or fixed incomes, partners with other agencies to maximize benefits to clients and encourages selfsufficiency of clients through educational opportunities. Crossroads, through its staff and volunteers, offers a food pantry, assistance with housing, utilities, budgeting and other basic needs. http://crossroadsministryofep.org Raffle ticket purchases are not tax deductible.

Fundraiser For New Roots School At Elkins Whisky Distillery Please join us in celebrating Roots in our Community at Elkins Whisky Distillery on October 10, 2016 from 6-8 p.m.

Drink specials benefiting Roots Commu-

nity School will be available the entire day and we'll have live music from 6-8 p.m. with a short presentation of Roots at 7. All are welcome!

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Due to a great response to our last series, a five-week Beginning Yoga Series will again be offered at MedX in Estes Park on Thursday evenings beginning October 13 through November 10, 2016.

The class will be taught by local yoga instructor Nina Kunze, and will run from 6:15-7:15 p.m. MedX members and nonmembers both are welcome to attend.

Cost for the five-week series is $40, and advance registration and payment is required. If you are interested, sign up early, as the last class was full and we had to turn people away.

The class is ideal for first-time beginners, and those with some yoga experience are welcome, too. Teaching will feature a foundation of yoga history and philosophies to help students better understand the practice as a whole. Students will learn basic Hatha Yoga poses and their Sanskrit names, as well as

Pranayama (breathing) and meditation techniques for stress management. Class includes a lot of stretching, and moves slowly. Expect to leave class feeling relaxed and invigorated.

Students should be able to kneel on the floor and get up and down without support or difficulty to participate. Students should wear loose, stretchy clothing (no jeans) and plan to practice with bare feet.

Yoga props are available to borrow if needed.

Nina was certified as a Yoga Instructor in 2009 with the Shambhava School of Yoga, which operates Shoshoni Yoga Retreat near Nederland. She has taught Hatha Yoga for seven years, and her passion is introducing yoga to people and seeing them benefit by reducing pain, improving balance, strength and flexibility over time with regular practice.

For more information, or to register, contact Nina at 970-215-7191 or

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Local Resident Gary Cahill To Be Honored At This Sunday’s Broncos Game

This Sunday's Broncos game against the Atlanta Falcons is 'A Salute to Cancer Survivors'. The Denver Broncos will recognize individuals who have survived cancer by acknowledging these individuals during a special halftime show on the field. Not only will these survivors receive tickets to the game, but they will have an exclusive brunch with other survivors and their guests. Estes Park resident, Gary Cahill, will be one of the sur-

vivors recognized by the Broncos.

In 2007, Gary heard the words, 'you have cancer'. He was diagnosed with Stage IV Non-hodgkin's lymphoma and started chemotherapy right away. His wife, Fiona, and daughter, Katrina, were his caregivers. Gary received his last round of chemotherapy on his birthday in 2007. Since then, he has remained in remission! Gary continues with regular follow-ups with his oncologist and since 2007, he has become an active member of Relay for Life.

So, this weekend while you are watching the game, think about all of the people you know who have been affected by cancer, either directly or indirectly. While Gary enjoys this celebration during the game with his family, please know that you can make a difference. Whether you volunteer on the Estes Park Relay for Life committee, help drive cancer patients to their appointments or you raise money for research for the American Cancer Society, you are making a difference! For more information, please go to www.estesparkrelay.org or 1-800-2272345 and Go Broncos!

Ivan Richmond Ties For First Place In 3A State Championship Tourney

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Estes Park High School Junior, Ivan Richmond lead the Bobcat Golf Team by finishing the 2016 season at the Boys 3A State Championship Tournament at Saddle Rock Golf Course in Aurora, CO on September 26-27. Richmond finished regulation play tied for first place with Kent Denver’s Oliver Jack. Each young man posted even par scores of 144 over the two-day tournament. Jack shot even par 72-72, while Richmond posted a 7371. Richmond’s 71, one under par, was the low round of the tournament.

Unfortunately for the Bobcats, Richmond lost in a sudden death playoff after posting his tournament low score of 71.

Richmond is no stranger to state competition. This was his third appearance at

the state championship venue. As a freshman he placed 11th, as a sophomore, he finished tied for 2nd, and this year, after the sudden death play-off, he place alone in second.

Prior to the state championship, Richmond placed 2nd in the regional qualifier in Sterling, CO on September 19th. Another highlight for the junior golfer was a 1st place finish at the Indian Invite Varsity Golf, Buffalo Run, on September 6.

Richmond holds many of the school’s records in golf and is one of the strongest golfers to have come through Estes Park.

We look forward to his senior season next year. Congratulations on a fine year representing Estes Park and Estes Park High School. Congratulations Ivan!

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EVRPD Fall Sports And Events Youth Volleyball Leagues (4th-6th grade co-rec) This year’s volleyball program will be a combination of an instructional program, in which all the players learn and *practice together (depending on registration numbers), and will be divided into individual teams for game days and each team will have their own team jersey for the season. We welcome back Coach Katie Plassmeyer who will be coaching the whole program. She will train all the participants on practice days and coach different teams on game days, along with assistant coaches. Early registration dates are now through Monday, October 17, 2016. Program dates: November 2 through December 14. Practices will be Mondays and games will be on Wednesdays only. *Exception: the first three sessions will be practices, which are Wednesday, November 2, Wednesday, November 9, and Monday, November 14. The first game will be Wednesday, November 16. There will be no volleyball on November 7 (No School Day for ES), 21 or 23 due to Thanksgiving. Practice/game times: 4:30 5:30 p. m. depending on registration numbers/game schedules. Divisions: all teams are 4th-6th grade. Registration fees: $40.00/in dist. ; $50.00/out of dist. From October 1824, there is a $10 late fee.

NVAA Travel Basketball (Separate Boys and Girls Divisions; 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th grades) Estes Valley Recreation and Park District is forming travel basketball teams for 3rd, 4th, 5th & 6th grades in the Northern Valley Athletic Association.

There are separate boys and girls teams.

Divisions will be combined if there are not enough players in one age group.

Teams will practice twice a week starting in November and play Saturday games starting in December. There are six regular season games and an end of season tournament. Traveling is required; games will be played down in the Front Range and a couple of the games will be hosted in Estes Park. Early registration dates are now through Monday, October 17. **There is no online registration for this program. All registration must be done at the Youth Center & Recreation Offices at Stanley Park. Program dates: November 7-February 4. Registration fees: $50.00/in dist. ; $60.00/out of dist.

From October 18-24, there is a $10 late fee.

Coaches/Referees The EVRPD is also in need of qualified referees and volunteer coaches for Youth Soccer. If you coach and your child is a participant, your child’s registration will be waived. The EVRPD relies heavily on the support of parents and young adults to help coach. Soccer referees are

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Registration/Youth Sports Scholarships/contact us: Online registration is available at www.evrpd.com. Just click the Youth Registration Form link on the Youth Programs page and pay via PayPal using a credit card or debit card only. Registration may also be done at The Youth Center & Recreation Offices, open MondayFriday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Cash, check, and any major credit card are accepted forms of payment. Late registrations will be taken on a “space-available� basis only and can only be done at the EVRPD Administrative Office (no online registration available).

Activity scholarships are available through the Estes Valley Youth Activity Assistance Fund. Applications are available at The Youth Center & Recreation Offices.

For more information, contact Cheryl Sarnwick at 970-586-8189 or at Cheryl@evrpd.com Adult Sports 4v4 Adult Co-Rec Volleyball LeagueRegistration Closes October 24 Adult volleyball is back! Join us this fall on Wednesday nights for co-rec adult volleyball. There will be six regular season games and the team with the best winning percentage at the end of regular season will be the champions and receive team hoodies! All adults must be at least

16 years old by the start of the season (November 2, 2016). There must be at least twp women on the court at all times. Games are 4v4 and cross-courts will be used in the gym. No more than 12 players on a roster. The league is limited to the first eight teams paid and registered. There is a required captain’s meeting on Wednesday, October 26, 6:00pm at the Youth Center & Recreation Offices. Registration: 9/26/1610/24/16. Session: 11/2/16-12/14/16.

Game day: Wednesdays. Game times: 7:00 and 8:00 p. m. Location Estes Park Middle School Gym. Fee: $240/Team by 10/24/16.

Adult Open Gyms; Basketball Beginning in October, the EVRPD will host adult open gyms throughout the winter. Mondays: Adult Basketball (starts 10/3/16). Thursdays: Adult Basketball (starts 10/6/16). **Please note this schedule may change after the New Year. All open gyms are from 7-9 p. m. at the Middle School gym. The cost is $5 for drop-in or $45 for a punch pass (10 punches, 10% savings). All participants must be at least 16 years of age. The purpose of the Estes Valley Recreation & Park District (EVRPD) Adult Open Gym programs is to provide adults a place to play drop-in sports with appropriate supervision in a clean and safe space. All participants must have a completed policy form and release of liability and photo release waiver on file. EVRPD promotes good sportsmanship and having fun in a friendly recreation setting.

Adults of all skill ability are welcome to play.

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Estes Park Parents as Teachers Program presents:

Estes Park Parents as Teachers Program presents:

October 13, 5:30-7:30pm

October 13, 5:30-7:30pm

Family Night

Family Night

FREE for Families With Young Children (ages 0-5)

FREE for Families With Young Children (ages 0-5)

Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Avenue

Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Avenue

Family dinner, parent/child activity, followed by adult discussion; childcare provided.

Family dinner, parent/child activity, followed by adult discussion; childcare provided.

Mark your calendar-

Mark your calendar-

Thursday, October 13

Thursday, October 13

Join EVICS & Parents as Teachers for “ Conscious Discipline Book Exploration: Chpt. 1-Self Regulation”

“

Dinner is provided by:

See what’s NEW in Family Night Fun! Learn “I Love You” rituals!

Engage with other parents as we explore Conscious Discipline parenting strategies.

Please RSVP by October 10 to: Kristen Berg, PAT Program: 970-646-5840 kberg@evics.org Parents as Teachers (PAT) is a program of Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success (EVICS) www.evics.org

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Join EVICS & Parents as Teachers for “ Conscious Discipline Book Exploration: Chpt. 1-Self Regulation”

“

Dinner is provided by:

See what’s NEW in Family Night Fun! Learn “I Love You” rituals!

Engage with other parents as we explore Conscious Discipline parenting strategies.

Please RSVP by October 10 to: Kristen Berg, PAT Program: 970-646-5840 kberg@evics.org Parents as Teachers (PAT) is a program of Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success (EVICS) www.evics.org

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Historic Newspaper Digitization Partnership By: Jamie Murphy, Technical Services Specialist

Newspapers are portals into the past and present. In Estes Park, these publications capture the collective lives and livelihood of the community with stories of outdoor adventure, love, loss, business, development, and the infinite human spirit in-between. The Estes Valley Library and the Estes Park Museum are dedicated to the long-term preservation and accessibility of this invaluable resource for current and future generations.

In July, we announced the merger of our local history archive with the Estes Park Museum’s collection. The transfer of these items from the Library to the Museum is nearing completion, and we are pleased to bring you up-to-date on Phase Two. In partnership with the Estes Park Museum, the Estes Park Trail-Gazette, and the Colorado State Library, we are pursuing opportunities to complete the digitization of the Estes Park newspaper collection, which spans 1908 to the present and includes Mountaineer, Trail Talk, Estes Park Trail, Mountain Gazette, and Estes Park Trail-Gazette. Newspapers from 1908 through 1923 are already digitized and available online at coloradohistoricnewspapers.org. In a joint fundraising effort, the library and museum will work to make 1924 to present accessible online in high quality, word-searchable content, and we will remain in partnership as we continue to digitize the community’s happenings in the years to come. The availability of funding from year to year will determine the momentum of this multi-phase effort.

We invite you to use the new digital research station at the library where you can read, save, and print content from the microfilm collection. Users can save and send images to any network printer, email, Google Drive, Dropbox, FamilySearch and more. Our thanks to the Library Friends & Foundation for making the purchase of the digital research station, possible. Technical services librarians on the 2nd floor are able and eager to assist. Consider this your one-stop research station, available now. The bound newspaper collection is still accessible, by appointment, at the Estes Park Museum.

Digitizing Estes Park’s newspapers is advantageous to all; it allows the museum and library to serve the community within the capacities that each institution is best equipped. The skilled preservation of our local treasures and increased access to information helps us continue to grow as an informed, enriched community.

Please direct your questions to: Jamie Murphy, Technical Services Specialist, Estes Valley Library jmurphy@estesvalleylibrary.org 970-586-8116 ext. 824 Naomi Gerakios-Mucci, Curator of Collections, Estes Park Museum ngerakios@estes.org 970-577-3764.

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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library Author Peter Heller to present for Estes Valley Library Friends & Foundation Members Coming this fall, join the Estes Valley Library Friends & Foundation for a special members only author event on Thursday, October 13 beginning at 5:30 p.m. Peter Heller, award winning adventure writer and author of the acclaimed book The Painter, will join Friends & Foundation members for the annual membership meeting and wine and cheese reception. The meeting and reception will be followed by a presentation

by Mr. Heller. A limited number of copies of The Painter are available for registered guests. Registration is required for this special members only event.

Please visit the library to become a member of the Estes Valley Library Friends & Foundation.

Winter Ready Wellness – Good ZZZs with Dr. David McCarty Good sleep is essential to good health.

Join Dr. David McCarty from Colorado Sleep Institute for Good ZZZs at the Estes Valley Library on Tuesday, October 11 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Learn more about why we sleep, what happens during a sleep study, what is sleep apnea and why is it something to worry about and what a sleep evaluation is like. Registration is required.

Winter Ready Wellness – Nutrition & Supplements for Sleep Wellness In part three of our Winter Ready Wellness series, learn about nutrition and supplements that are beneficial for over all well being and good sleep. This program is presented by Vitamin Cottage and will take place on Tuesday, October 25 from 10-11 a.m. Registration is required.

Reading is Doctor Recommended: The Sleep Revolution The Estes Valley Library and Salud Family Health Centers present the Reading is Doctor Recommended Book Club hosted by Chazz Glaze, Outreach Education Coordinator, on Tuesday, October 18 at 7PM. The October featured title is The Sleep Revolution by Arianna Huffington. Free copies of the book are available for registered participants and may be picked up at the library. Copies of this book have been generously donated by the Salud Health Centers Foundation.

Election Films at the Library Would you like to take a break from all of the election coverage for a little entertainment and popcorn? Stop by the Estes Valley Library for the Election Fever Film series this October. All movies begin at 3 p.m.

Feature movies include: The Ides of March – Tuesday, October 11 All the Presidents Men - Tuesday, October 18 Presidential Debate Series Presented at the Library The Estes Valley Library will be hosting viewing for the upcoming Presidential Debate Series. This nonpartisan viewing series is your opportunity to view the de-

bates to make an informed decision in the 2016 Presidential election. The debates will be shown at the library on the following dates: Sunday, October 9, 2016 at 7 p.m. (Library services will not be available) Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 7 p.m.

Inventory Control 101 – Understanding Retail Cash Flow Inventory control is the best investment you can make for your store. Join Alyson MacMullan of the Peak Retail Group on Tuesday, October 18 at 5 p.m. to learn about procurement, operational, and marketing strategies and tactics to make your inventory- and your cash flow – work better for you. Visit estesvalleylibrary.org and follow the link to Colorado SBDC to register.

Operational Best Practices workshop at the Library Join Mike O’Connell of Larimer Small Business Development Center on Tuesday, October 25 at 5 p.m. and learn about opportunities and issue that arise when working with the SBDC’s many clients, including how businesses get into trouble, and how the SBDC can help you to avoid those problem areas. Visit estesvalleylibrary.org and follow the link to Colorado SBDC to register.

Job Search Strategies Workshop The Estes Valley Library will be hosting a Job Search Strategy workshop on Thursday, October 20 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. This workshop, presented by Larimer County Workforce Center will help you to understand today’s job market and the best practices for job searching. Registration is required.

How to Make Your Resume ‘ROAR’ Does your resume ROAR (Results Oriented and Relevant)? The Estes Valley Library will be hosting a resume workshop on Thursday, October 20 from 1-3 p.m., presented by Larimer County Workforce Center. Registration is required.

Financial Book Club at the Library The Library’s Financial Book Club will be meeting on Wednesday, October 19 at 7 p.m. in the Wasson Room at the Estes Valley Library. The October book selection is The Index Card: Why Personal Finance Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated,

by Helaine Olen and Harold Pollack. If you are interested in a thorough, no-nonsense approach to simple financial management of your income and your savings, this is the book for you. If you’ve read the book and would like to participate in the discussion, the Financial Book Club welcomes new members.

Space is limited. Please contact Marsha Yelick at myelick@estesvalleylibrary.org to reserve a seat.

Goal Setting & Financial Planning at the Estes Valley Library The Estes Valley Library will once again be hosting the signature program, Common Cents Counts Basic Financial Series, presented by Marsh Yelick. On Thursday, October 20 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm please join us for the introductory workshop, Goal Setting & Financial Planning. Designed to explore basic money management concepts, this semi-

nar will review fundamental tasks such as creating a personal balance sheet, building a monthly budget, tracking everyday spending, differentiating between needs and wants, and establishing clear financial goals. Registration is required.

Key Investment Concepts Workshop The Estes Valley Library is proud to present Key Investment Concepts on Thursday, October 27 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. This seminar explores key financial principles that form the foundation of successful investing. Participants will be introduced to ten major concepts that should be understood before determining an investment plan. Whether a new or more experienced investor with a modest or substantial portfolio, this seminar is ideal for those who want to begin or reevaluate their long term investing strategy. Registration is required.

Retirement Savings Vehicle Workshop The Estes Valley Library is proud to present Retirement Savings Vehicle on Thursday, November 3 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. This workshop will review ways to save specifically for that comfortable retirement in the distant or the not too distant future. Topics to be discussed include: How to be proactive, establish the “best-for-you” retirement savings plan, know how to implement and monitor the plan, and take charge of creating your secure retirement. Registration is required.

Selling Your Stuff Online Class Join Tech Guide, Diana Laughlin for Selling Your Stuff Online at the Estes Valley Library on Tuesday, October 11 from 5:30-7 p.m. Included in this workshop are online resources for selling items, tops for setting the best price, making a sale and avoiding fraud. Registration is required.

Villains Collide Escape Room at the Library for Halloween Join us at the library from 4 to 8 p.m. on Halloween for the Villains Collide Escape Room. Our family friendly version of popular Escape Rooms will feature puzzles appropriate for ages 10 and up with three levels of difficulty. You’ll have just 20 minutes and your wits to Escape the Fairy Tale Forest and get back to trick-ortreating!

Free Digital Movies, Music, and TV Shows with hoopla Learn how to listen, watch, and read audiobooks, movies, music, comics, books, and television shows using the library’s

subscription to hoopla. The hoopla class at the library will take place on Monday, October 17 from 2-3:30 p.m. Registration is required.

Teens Unleashed! Poetry in Public Teens, would you like to have your voice heard in a meaningful and creative way? Join Teen Guide Laurie Dale Marshall for Full Moon Mayhem on Friday, October 15 from 6-8:30 p.m. This month’s feature Teens Unleashed event will be Poetry in Public Under the Hunter’s Moon. Registration is requested and can be completed at estesvalleylibrary.org.

Donate Used Books to the Library Friends & Foundation The Estes Valley Library Friends & Foundation is now accepting donations for the Holiday Used Book Sale, which will take place on Friday, December 2 and Saturday, December 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Those interested in donating their used books to the library may bring them in to the service desk during open library hours. Fsor larger donations, please use the library service door located at the back of the building.

Library staff will provide you with a receipt for tax purposes when requested.

The Friends & Foundation cannot accept encyclopedias, yearbooks, textbooks, videotapes, records, magazines, maps, Reader’s Digest condensed books, or music cassettes.

For more information about donating materials to the Estes Valley Library Friends & Foundation, please visit estesvalleylibrary.org or call to speak with a librarian at 970-586-8116.

Library Friends & Foundation Holiday Used Book Sale This year’s Friends & Foundation Holiday Used Book Sale will be held on December 2 and 3, 2016 in the Estes Valley Library’s Hondius Room. From 10 am until 4 pm both days, browse among the handpicked gently used books, CDs, and DVDs that are in excellent condition and suitable for gift giving, as well as your own enjoyment.

For additional information about the Estes Valley Library Friends & Foundation book sales, please contact Book Sales Committee Chair Ray Nieder at 970-577-0998 or email RNieder@Beyondbb.com.

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Golf Course Collateral?

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A Letter In Response

To The Editor: In the September 30, 2016 issue of the Estes year after year. It’s not only for the Estes Park Town Trustees, Trail-Gazette there was an editorial entimountains, or the elk, or the beautiful I have recently become aware that the tled “Loop will usher in new future” writtown government intends to use the 18- scenery. It is because they come to play ten by two local, long-time resident hole Estes Park Golf Course as collateral this beautiful golf course. I also play with young people speaking about what they many who travel from Colorado cities so that they can go into debt to build a think Estes Park should do about the that have great golf courses – just to play parking garage that will be located beLoop. th the Estes Park Golf Course. hind the 7 green at the 9-hole golf The main character of the drama is the Loss of the 18-hole golf course would course. villain, traffic; the Loop is the knight in have a major impact on the people who As a golf professional and member of shining armor that is to come to the resthe Ladies Professional Golf Association, live here, the people who depend on becue.

The Loop was introduced to the ing able to play this beautiful course for Teaching and Club Professional Diviscene with its 2013 (maybe earlier) applifun, or in leagues, or in tournaments. sion, I strongly urge you to not take the cation for the Federal Lands Access Prochance of losing not only what is vital to The loss of the golf course would trickle gram aka FLAP grant of $17 million +/the welfare of the community, but to the down to loss of revenue for the city, loss to help traffic flow better to and from future of the game of golf itself – the 18- of livelihood for many course employees, Rocky Mountain National Park by makand loss of the ability to enjoy golf in this hole Estes Park Golf Course. ing a loop around the business district. beautiful setting right in their home I have played golf for some 73 years.

Make sense to you?

Not me.

Throughout my career, I worked for The town.

Downtown Estes experiences about 40 Hundreds – and maybe thousands – of PGA of America and the Ladies PGA; as days a year – 20 two-day weekends at the golfers have gotten their start in the a teenager I worked on a golf course most - of busy traffic…this past weekend Estes Park Junior Golf Program. Many mowing fairways, in the golf shop in with the Elk Fest being one. And guess have gone on to become golf professionboth the ‘back room’ and behind the what? People found places to park and als in some capacity – something that counter, and have run numerous golf enjoyed being in Estes Park. I visited with would not have happened without the tournaments, including an international people from several states, Front Range th accessibility of the Estes Park Golf junior championship now in its 44 year. communities and foreign countries. All Course and its staff.

Many have received I feel that I know what playing golf expressed their delight in being in the college scholarships because of their means to so many people – people of all mountains. Truthfully, not one negative golfing ability – learned through the ages. I know what having a golf course remark about the traffic as the main item Estes Park Junior Golf Program. available means to local golfers of all of business was “…where are the elk?” ages, but also to tourists – and Estes Park I feel very strongly that the loss of the Most stated they knew there would be is a tourist town, dependent upon tourist Estes Park Golf Course would be a montraffic, as well as the lack of parking, umental tragedy for the Town, and hope revenue. came anyway; and found a place to park. that you will consider my request, along While I trust that you will not let this I will be the first to say we do need parkwith the many others that I am sure you happen, it would be a tragedy to the ing but I think some try to convince will receive, to not let this possibility oceconomy and wellbeing of Estes Park to themselves that 400 spaces in a parking cur. lose the 18-hole golf course because the garage will solve the problem just like the Sincerely, town defaults on this loan.

Loop will solve the traffic. To be sure, we Nan Ryan I am also a member of the Estes Park do have a quality of life; locals who don’t Golf Course, and have been since movSenior Member, Ladies Professional Golf like the traffic stay home or go someing here 13 years ago. I play a lot of golf Association, T&CP Division where else. Their choice. on the 18-hole course, and have the Organizer of Nan Ryan Invitational Oh, by the way, did you notice the trafpleasure of playing with many of the which benefits the Estes Park Junior Golf fic – or less of – on Elkhorn Ave. all day tourists. During those games I hear Program Tuesday? That’s one of the 325 days of many stories about why people return to the year of very little traffic! We need a Loop for that? I don’t think so!

In the article by Jessica and Arthur they mention the “mud flood of 1982.” They spoke as though they knew the town well Dear Mayor, Trustees, Media and about one third of the need. What is the at that time, but I believe they were in EVRPD plan to meet the remaining needs? What their young childhood and perhaps have We were recently made aware that the other land goes up for collateral? How heard the story over and over. They were town of Estes Park is considering using many town buildings or land are already correct in saying prior to the flood, the the 18 hole golf course for collateral for a being used for collateral? sidewalks were narrow, no flower beds, parking garage. We think this is not a no trees and no Riverwalk. So, now you As golfers we know how the 18 hole wise decision. know part of the story. I would like to golf course draws golfers to Estes Park.

As full time Estes Park residents we do give you a short history of the event.

Would the Town of Estes Park and the not support building a parking garage Recreation District miss the fees paid by An earthen dam at Lawn Lake in the that can’t be paid for when built. If there those guests if there was no public 18 National Park collapsed very early in the is grant money available to build two hole course? morning on the bright, clear, sunny Satfloors then build two floors. urday, July 12, 1982. The flood came We believe that effective elected offiWhat about the former plan to use the down Fall River and hit the west side of cials listen and are responsive to their Fairgrounds as a parking hub? All those Town about 8 o’clock. We sat on the constituents. We live here, support the spaces are empty on a daily basis. IncorLewiston Hotel ruins watching the waters merchants and pay taxes all year unlike porate those spaces into your overall take out the trailer park below; the cabins the taxes paid by the tourists. You have planning. at the Downtowner Motel washed off of many fiduciary responsibilities to resitheir foundations; the Ice House and dents.

How many days a year are more parking spaces needed? Please send us that We ask you to only spend the money information. If parking spaces are that is allocated by grants for the parking needed only for approximately three garage. months is this a wise business plan? Will We urge you to not place the eighteen fees be charged for the parking garage? hole golf course in the potential risk of What are the other financing options default. All loans have a risk factor. that were studied?

Thank you, Mr. Lancaster’s response states that a Mike and Judi Cunningham full four story structure would meet

Regarding 18 Hole Golf Course

Army/Navy store, gone. Working its way side to side down Elkhorn, it left fish in the Edelweiss and played havoc with most shops along the way…. taking out businesses as it rushed down the street leaving debris in its path. By 11 o’ clock, the flow on Elkhorn was pretty much finished…piles of debris in the parking lot of the 7-11 and fruit from Brodie’s Market floating in Lake Estes. This devastation came in mid-summer season. The next day everyone in town plus concerned neighbors “downstream” were out working and helping town businesses.

Residents of the trailer park were offered places to live rent free. Everyone wondered “Where do we go from here?”

Within a short time stores were open and tourists were coming – to help and to experience Estes Park. The slogan for the community: “The Guttsiest Little Town in Colorado.”

Before the mud was dry and at the urging of the business community, EPURA was created by the Town Board under Colorado statutes and the Estes Park Urban Renewal Authority started to work.

In 1983, through this authority (for a period of 25 years) with the principal financing through TIF-tax increment financing the community became viable once again. The beginning of 25 years of developing the new Estes Park: Treagent Park, the Riverwalk, Riverside Plaza, tree-lined Elkhorn Avenue, wider sidewalks with benches and flower beds; new parking lots, new facades on a few downtown buildings, additional parks, Performance Park and a revitalized grandstand at the fairgrounds – a partnership of Town and EPURA. Finishing out the 25 years, in 2008 there was the opportunity to renew EPURA for an additional 25 years under the same terms. There was a list of about 20 potential projects identified – a couple of which were Moraine Ave. from Indian Village to the Donut House and Cleave Street, and help with façades to dress-up downtown businesses. A property owner who was disgruntled because his property did not qualify to be in the boundaries for the renewal was very out spoken against the renewal. Thus the issue was brought to a vote and failed…and the rest is history.

Back to the Loop. Some think since we have the grant, we should do the Loop.

Did you ever think of where this money comes from? It is not free money. Planning and encouraged by outside forces; the town having other monetary obligations, construction taking two years and the destruction of history.

I believe Loop is the villain!

Respectfully submitted, Pat Newsom Estes Park

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Bob Mitchell Long time Estes Park resident and business owner Bob Mitchell died at his Estes Park home.

Robert David Mitchell was born January 26, 1928 in Fort Collins, CO. His parents, Robert and Helen (Kundert) Mitchell were living in Laporte, CO at the time. After graduating from Laporte High School, Bob joined the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. When discharged, he joined his father in business in Estes Park and became the owner of Tiny Town Golf Course in 1956. On August 21, 1954 he married Helen Kundert in Loveland, CO. Bob is survived by his children Connie, Steve and Jim of Estes Park, Bill of Denver and Diane of San Diego,

CA. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife and son Gary. Friends art invited to gather and remember Bob on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Tiny Town from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. rain or shine. Free miniature golf, and then shoot the world famous 19th and win a 60th anniversary official Tiny Town Hat (while supplies last) and meet the family between 12-1. Take your picture in the Mayor of Tiny Town official chair behind the counter where Bob hosted thousands over the 60 plus years of Tiny Town. Donations in the name of Robert D. Mitchell may be made to the charity of your choice.

See www.allnutt.com to send a message to Bob’s family.

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Laurel Dick Long time Estes Park resident Laurel Dick died peacefully at her home Saturday, September 24, 2016. Laurel Lee Currie was born September 21, 1927 in Creston, IA to Ralph and Bessie (Bennison) Currie. Laurel spent summers in Estes Park working at the Stanley Hotel before graduating Corning, IA High School.

She graduated from Tarkio College, MO with a Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Arts and Psychology. After marrying her college sweetheart she was employed as a Social Worker for Louisiana Red Cross and State of Louisiana while he attended Tulane Medical School. In 1954 she moved to Aurora, CO to make a life with husband, Charles J Dick, MD. Laurel fulfilled a lifelong dream by moving to Estes Park in 1976.

She worked as Holiday Inn's Executive Housekeeper until becoming Director

of Estes Park Senior Center in 1989. After retiring in 1996, Laurel kept busy working part time for Wand's Gallery, Misti's Gift Shop and her favorite hobby, selling firewood to campers at Aspenglen Campground where she made many friends from across the country. She enjoyed hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park well into her senior years. Laurel was active in the Pet Association of Estes Park, Friends of the Library and as a volunteer Ambassador at the Estes Park Visitor Center. Survivors include her son Allan Dick of Estes Park, daughter Phyllis Loeffelbein of Hayden, CO, brother Steve Currie of Tulalip, WA and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. See www.allnutt.com to send a message to Allan and Phyllis.

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Carlos Antonio Suarez Carlos peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 10, 2016.

Carlos passed away at home in Estes Park, Colorado surrounded by his loving family, friends and his 12-yearold “man’s best friend” golden retriever, Rusty.

Carlos was born in Bronx, NY where he grew up being raised by his loving and inspirational Grandmother “Leila.”

“Charlie” grew up to become an advocate for the poor, elderly and abused people of the neighborhoods by forming and leading a “peace treaty” in the early 1970s with fellow gang leaders of the surrounding boroughs; he was the proud President of the Ghetto Brothers street gang. Carlos was famous for this awesome part of history and went by the name “Karate Charlie.” Carlos, “Charlie” saved countless lives by stepping up and saying, “Enough!” The abuse of the elderly and defenseless was more than he could tolerate-always a warrior, he never backed down.

After becoming a black belt in karate, he taught self-defense classes for free in a church basement.

Carlos joined the military and became a proud United States Marine. Upon returning home to the Bronx, he worked for the city of New York as a youth counselor.

Moving to Fort Myers, Florida, he continued his quest by volunteering at several local organizations, where he was honored by being awarded the “Citizen of the Year” award in 1997 in Lee County, Florida.

Carlos is preceded in death by his parents, grandmother Leila and grandson Alex Lei Suarez, Jr., who passed on Sep-

tember 8, 2015.

Carlos is survived by his wife of 22 years, Theresa, his children, son William and his wife Dina of Allenspark, Colorado, two daughters, Heather of Northglenn, Colorado who gave him one grandson and two granddaughters, Maranglee of Puerto Rico, who gave him two granddaughters, one great granddaughter and three grandsons, Carlos K. Suarez of Bronx, NY has given him three granddaughters and a grandson.

Carlos also had a son Michael of Bronx, NY, two sons in Florida, Eddie of Lehigh Acres, Florida gave Carlos two grandsons and three granddaughters and Alex Lei of Fort Myers, FL, who gave him three grandsons; RIP Alex Jr. Carlos is also survived by his motherin-law “Amazing Grace,” of TN, numerous family such as his brothers, brothers-in-law, daughters-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews (too numerous to name).

Services will be held in both Estes Park, CO, (small family and close friends), in the mountains he so loved.

The large main Celebration of Life ceremony will be held in the Bronx, NY per his last wishes.

The Suarez family would like to thank Hospice of Estes Valley for their unbelievable kindness and support to help us get through this sad time in our lives. They are incredible.

Carlos is already beyond missed, his soul is at peace and his body at rest.

In lieu of flowers, his family has started a Go Fund Me page to help cover the cost of these services. www.gofundme.com/karatecharlie

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Marion Louise Capo Marion Louise Capo, loving wife, mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother passed away on October 1, 2016, in Estes Park, Colorado.

Born to Elmer and Leatha Gateley, Marion lived a happy and modest childhood in Farmington Michigan. She was the eldest of four siblings, including Robert and Bert Gateley and Lois Mitchell. Marion worked as a switchboard operator for Bell Telephone in Detroit, Michigan.

On a visit to Chicago in 1945 she was introduced to Joseph Capo, whose sister insisted that he invite Marion to accompany him and his girlfriend on a movie date that evening. Joe, a shrewd WWII sailor, arranged to have Marion sit between him and his girlfriend. By the final credits Marion and Joe had fallen in love. They were married several months later on January 10, 1946, and were devoted to one another for 52 years.

Three children were to follow: Karen (Phillips), Larry Capo and Mary Ann (Marcum). Marion devoted her life to her family and took pride in her home, her children and her grandchildren. A talented seamstress, she made clothes for each generation of offspring including several newborn babies that she and Joe lovingly fostered after their own children went off to college.

Upon Joe’s retirement they moved to New Port Richey, Florida to be near Marion’s parents and sister. They lived

there until Joe’s death in 1997. In 2013, Marion moved to Good Samaritan Village in Estes Park, Colorado to be near her daughter Karen. She peacefully passed away at Prospect Park Living Center just two months before her 90th birthday.

Marion was pre-deceased by daughter Mary Ann Marcum in 2001, and is survived by daughter Karen and husband Joseph Phillips of Estes Park, CO; son Larry Capo and husband James Olson of Lambertville, NJ; son-in-law Frank Marcum of Commerce Twp., MI; granddaughter Melisa Medina and her children Madison and Mason of Sanford, FL; granddaughter Brittany and husband Scott Santos and their children Ariel, Dante, Rocco and Adriano of Las Vegas, NV; grandson Brook and wife Geline Hurd and their children Mary Anne and Megan of Las Vegas, NV; granddaughter Jill and husband Scott Orban and their children Caleb, Jacob, Noah and Zachary of Alpharetta, GA; grandson Thomas and wife Amy Phillips and their children Colin and Samantha of Okemos, MI. Donations may be made in memory of Marion Capo at either: Hospice of Estes Valley Colorado 555 Prospect Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517 (970-586-2317) or Young Audiences New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania at yanjep.org/donate

Meeting Notices Early Worms AA Meetings Early Worms AA meets at 7 a.m. every morning except Sunday in the basement of Saint Bartholomews Church at 880 MacGregor Ave. For more info, please call 970-577-1316.

Women’s AA Group Tuesdays at 6 p.m. St. Bart’s Church.

880 MacGregor Avenue. 11 step prayer and meditation meeting, every last Tuesday of the month.

Estes Park Al-Anon

open meetings.

Park Alanon Park Al-anon meets Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m. at St Bartholomew's Episcopal Church, 880 MacGregor Ave., Estes Park.

Al-Anon Newcomers Al-Anon Newcomers meets at Harmony from 6:45-7:45 p.m.

Saturdays, 1600 Fish Hatchery Rd., Estes Park.

AA Meeting Allenspark Thursdays at 5:00 p.m. Allenspark Fire Dept. - Community Room Downstairs For info. call 303-747-2415.

Al-Anon Group in Estes Park meets from 7-8 p.m. every Friday at U.S. Bank. 363 E. Elkhorn Ave. Guests are New Horizons Group of welcome. Call 970-586-4268 for more Narcotics Anonymous info.

Thursdays at 7 p.m. - Open meeting.

Fall River Group of AA 701 Elm Rd. The Fall River Group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets daily at noon. 7:00 Free at Last Group of p.m. meetings are also held every Narcotics Anonymous night except Thursday and Saturday.

Fridays 7:30 p.m. - Open meeting.

Meeting location is 701 Elm Rd. next Harmony Foundation - 1600 Fish to the automotive shop. We welcome Hatchery Rd. friends and visitors to attend these

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Employment

Colorado Life Magazine is hiring for several positions at its publishing offices at 1692 Big Thompson Ave. next to Lake Estes. Excellent pay in a fun, collaborative, professional work environment. Apply with cover letter, resume and references to careers@flagshippublishing.com.

Digital Media Specialist Plan and execute communication and audience engagement through web, social and email. Optimal candidates have marketing or communications degrees and recent experience in the digital media marketing. 12-20 hours/week.

Account Representative Service and ad sales to businesses, governmental entities and advertising agencies.

Plan and organize sales campaigns, call on accounts and work with management team to set and reach sales goals. Skills in organization and communication are a must.

80/20, office/travel. Full-time with vacation, health insurance, dental, retirement.

Staff Accountant Responsible for a range of accounting duties, including AP, AR, taxes, journaling, banking, budgeting and financial reporting. Ideal candidates have accounting degree and similar recent experience in the field. Full or part time during regular business hours.

Looking For

Dishwasher

all shifts, full time, year round

Apply at 225 Park Lane

Employment Now Hiring Host, Wait and Busser Staff Year Round Opportunities Apply in person 900 Moraine Ave 970-586-2171

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

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Apply at Domino’s Pizza Upper Stanley Village 437 Big Thompson Ave.

Busy Estes motels looking for a full time, year round

front desk agent.

End of year bonuses, commissions and possible housing. We are a no smoking property. Must be able to work weekends, holidays and have reliable transportation. $12 to start after two week training and probation period. Come by the Discovery Lodge to apply.

Accounting Accountant II – Full Time

Emergency Department EMT - IV – PRN EMT – FT

Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist - PRN

Med/Surg Unit Coordinator - PRN RN – Full time Nights and PRN Certified Nurse Aid - Full time and PRN Surgical Services OR Tech – Full Time RN – Full Time

Prospect Park Living Center Nursing Home Administrator – Full Time Home Health and Hospice Personal Care Provider – Part Time Dietary Cook- Full Time

Maintenance Supervisor Position

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

Multiple skills are a benefit.

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

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

Accepting Applications For:

LINE COOK HOST PREP COOK EXPERIENCED SERVER DISHWASHER Pick up application at 453 E. Wonderview Ave #4 970-586-0272

Send cover letter and resume to hr@epmedcenter.com or visit our website at www.epmedcenter.com and fill out an application.

EPMC offers competitive wages and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Part-Time Executive Assistant

Backbone Adventures located by the lake next to Sombrero Ranch.

ATV Jeep mechanic, trail help, tire changes, customer service.

Year round and full time $12 - $14 depending on experience.

Fun, positive work environment.

I am looking for an honest, reliable, good hearted person who is good with people. send email togoodtaters@gmail.com and tell me why you would be a good fit for the job.

BioLynceus innovates natural solutions for a better future.

We are an environmental company who is dedicated to creating natural, healthy environments. We are currently seeking a like-minded team member to fulfill the high-level support tasks for the organization.

This position requires an exceptional level of effectiveness with communication and administrative support.

This successful team member will need to be exceptionally skilled in internal and external customer support and communication.

Proficiency in office and communication technologies is required.

Team member will need demonstrative outgoing personality; exceptional organizational skills and the ability to problem solve a wide variety of business needs.

Business Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 – 5:00 Location: Estes Park, Colorado Position: Year Round Apply by sending resume and interest letter to careers@biolynceus.com - no phone calls please.

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Employment

WorldMark Resorts is a world class resort destination offering a fun and energetic team environment.

We are currently recruiting for the following positions: Housekeeping Supervisor (Full Time / Year Round) Housekeeping Inspector (Full Time / Year Round) Laundry Associate (Part Time / Year Round)

Maintenance Technician (Full Time / Year Round)

To apply for any of these great opportunities, please go to our company website at www.WVOjobs.com. Search ‘Estes Park’.

970-577-7517

Come join our team!

Part Time Counter Help (Burrito-ista) Will train hard worker

Shifts 10-4 or 4-8, one weekend day req'd Great starting pay + tips Apply at 401 E Elkhorn Ave.

Carpenters Apprentice Needed or short term work (2-3 Months) On custome home construction Start immediately call 970 586-3550

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

Administrative Clerk I

Finance Department Hiring Range $14.21 – $16.70 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: October 17, 2016

Police Officer I

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

Local Marketing District Board Voluntary Member Close Date: October 10, 2016

(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 PO Box 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517; or Fax 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.

LIBRARY ASSISTANT SUBSTITUTE $11/hour – no benefits

The Estes Valley Library is looking for an enthusiastic team player with a passion for customer service. Working year round on an as-needed basis, this person will focus on providing customers with an exceptional library experience.

Full job posting, application, and application procedures can be found at www.estesvalleylibrary.org.

The Estes Valley Public Library District is an equal opportunity employer.

Employment

$15/hr Fall Incentive Oct. 1-28th $15/hr Housekeeping FT or PT Day, Evening, Weekend, shifts/hours Must be 14yrs. old Housing not provided for this position

Come join the Harmony Team!

Harmony Foundation Inc. is a local employer with over 46 years in the substance abuse treatment field. As an inpatient 24/7 facility we provide quality care to our clients who are on their path of recovery. Do you want to be a part of this life changing process?

Visit our website at www.harmonyfoundationinc.com / Career Opportunities for our current job opportunity listings.

The Discovery Lodge & Coyote Mountain Lodge

Seeking Front Desk Agent Looking for self starters with a good team player attitude.

Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Year round, full or part time.

Good season bonuses.

Send resume or list of work history to mgmt@estesdiscoverylodge.com or apply at 800 Big Thompson Avenue Diamond Resorts Management, Inc.

Is now hiring:

Security Agent PT 11am-7pm Year Round Position

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 Equal Opportunity Employer

$13/hr Fall Incentive – Oct. 1-28th $13/hr Food Service Worker FT or PT Day, Evening, Weekend, shifts/hours Must be 14yrs. old Housing not provided for this position

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

Marshall Painting

Looking for Painters Assistant Outdoor & indoor work.

Experience A plus but we will train the right & wiiling person.

Freindly, good atmosphere,good wages Call 970-430-8335

Now Hiring for:

Deli Clerks - Start at $10.50 after 30 days $15.50 Bakery Clerks - Start at $10.50 after 30 days $15.50

Produce Clerks - Start at $10.50 after 30 days $14.80

~ BE A PART OF OUR TEAM ~

Estes Park Lodging Resort

Housekeeping

Weekends (Sat/Sun), year round Pick up applications at front desk, ask for Kay.1885 Sketchbox Ln. or email resume to info@solitudecabins.com

QUICK NEED: 10 Pieces of drywall installed on 8-foot ceiling.

No tape, mud or texture. $50 per sheet.

Call 970 290-1159

Seafood Clerks - Start at $10.50 after 30 days $14.00 Day-stockers - Start at $10.50 after 30 days $14.80

Night Crew - Start at $10.50 after 30 days $14.80

Applicant apply at: www.safeway.com/careers

Help Wanted

All Positions Apply at Village Pizza 543 Big Thompson Ave.

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Employment

HELP WANTED – Dependable person for part time laundry attendant. Stop by Village Laundry to pick up application or email resume’ to VillageLaundry1@gmail.com.

Now Hiring!

Our Customer Service Representatives are responsible for providing amazing customer service while selling the highest-quality candy and ice cream.

This position requires enthusiasm, efficiency, and proficiency in the English language.

Full time positions available; Seasonal and Year-Round.

Silver Saddle

Now hiring year round Front Desk Agent.

Four shifts per week. 32 to 36 hour per week MAY thru OCT and 24 to 32 hours per week NOV thru APR. Must be a non-smoker.

Send resume to cory@estesresort.com <or> mail to 1260 Big Thompson Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517.

No calls please.

Now Hiring For:

PM Server AM Cook Room Attendant (yr round w/housing)

101 South St. Vrain Avenue EOE,M/F/H/V

Pick up an application at: 129 E. Elkhorn, Estes Park, CO 80517

Visit Estes Park is seeking a full- or part-time Digital Communications Coordinator. The Digital Communications Coordinator will assist with content and marketing strategy; will produce and distribute written and visual content – primarily through the VisitEstesPark.com website, digital channels, social media & emarketing; and will manage day-to-day social media marketing efforts, among other duties.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills; business social media management experience; & familiarity with CMS, CRM. Experience with Adobe CS or other photo/video editing software; working with or for a destination marketing organization; and/or public relations are preferred. Firsthand knowledge of Estes Park and the destination experience is a plus. A degree or equivalent experience in marketing, communications or public relations is required. Nights and weekends required. Pay range is $16.83 to $20.19, depending on qualifications & experience, plus benefits. Additional information at VisitEstesPark.com/Careers. Position open until filled. Send résumé and cover letter to Elizabeth Fogarty at EFogarty@VisitEstesPark.com. Visit Estes Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Now Hiring Host Energitic, friendly and hard working. Fast pace environment.

Will train. Please apply in person at Smokin Dave's BBQ 820 Moraine ave.

Ask for Matt or Nick.

WAITSTAFF NEEDED Apply in person at: 470 Prospect Village Dr.

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RENTALS

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HOUSEHOLD Appliances FREE APPLIANCES 1 Gas Stove 1 Top loading Washer 1 Electric Dryer You pick up Call 303-229-0985

ANTIQUES General

Commercial space for rent.1050 sq ft. Good parking, overhead garage door & office w/ bathroom. $1400/mo + Util Yr lease min. Avail January 1st Call 970-290-4488

Howard Miller Bronson Grand Father Clock- $700 OBO 970-219-1866

REAL ESTATE Commercial Commercial Spaces for sale and lease.

Call Eric. Anderson Realty. 586-2950

Wants To Buy Looking to buy property in Estes Park. Can close quickly. Call Pat 303-947-4569

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MOVING - MUST SELL! Estate Sales Furniture, misc household goods. 1901 Ptarmigan ESTATE/GARAGE SALE; Trail # 205, Estes Park.

Need to have one, but 8:30 - 11:30 seems overwhelming.

Sat/Sun 10/8-9.

We do the work, you make MOVING SALE the $. Local, Affordable, Saturday 9am-1pm References. CALL NOW Estes Valley Self Storage 970-215-5548 517 Pine River Ln - off Riverside Drive.

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Sat. 10/8 8:00 am-11:00 STORM MOUNTAIN Collectibles, furniture, HOLIDAY BAZAAR: books, toys, kids x-country Wide variety of beautiful skis, Coors and Johnson Brothers pottery, house- locally hand crafted items.

Chili for purchase: prohold misc., and more! ceeds benefit local VFD. 857 Blue Mist Lane US 34 will be open; start Storage Wars Sale. Oct 7 your holiday shopping & 8, EP Self Storage, Pine early!

Fri 10/7 3-6:30 PM, River Lane, Unit 119, 9-1.

Sat 10/8 9 AM-5 PM: Big Sofa sleepers, oak dining Thompson Canyon Assoc table & 10 matching Bldg, 1 MI E of Drake, US chairs, bar stools, 2 34; for questions Contact dressers w/mirrors, armoire, lots of kitchen stuff, Deb Green at www.facesome free stuff, lots more, book.com everything must go! /peacefulridge YARD SALE This weekend at 690 Conifer Lane from 8-3

SALES Garage Sales Big Moving Sale Fri & Sat 9AM 1751 North Lake Ave. in Lakeview Plaza Furniture, antiques, pottery, books & storage shelves, work bench, desk, new chandelier, household & misc

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Legal Notices

Park Finance & Administration Manager at 1200 Graves Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517 prior to 2 p.m. on December 6, 2016.

NOTICE OF PROPOSED BUDGET FOR THE ESTES PARK LOCAL MARKETING DISTRICT TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: You are hereby notified that the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2017 beginning on January 1, 2017, is available for inspection by the public at the offices of Visit Estes Park, located at 1200 Graves Avenue, Estes Park, CO, from the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. You are further notified that the Board of Directors of the Estes Park Local Marketing District will consider adoption of the proposed budget on December 6, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. in the Conference Room at 1200 Graves Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517. You are further notified that any interested elector of the Estes Park Local Marketing District may inspect such proposed budget and may file any objection thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget by filing such objection with the Visit Estes

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Larimer County, Colorado, on or before February 3, 2017, or the claims may be forever barred.

Christopher M. Unger Attorney for the Personal Representative 525 Pine River Lane, Unit G P.O. Box 1783 Estes Park, Colorado 80517 (970) 577-0204 chris.unger@mtnwestlegal.co m

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970-586-3333 www.FirstColoradoRealty.com Christian Collinet Broker/Owner 970-231-8570 Mindy Stone Office Coordinator Ellen Benes Marketing Coordinator Brad Barnett Broker Assoc. 970-212-6780 Jeremy Collinet Broker Assoc. 970-302-1850 Julia Daley Broker Assoc. 720-937-0806 Sue Magnuson GRI, Broker. Assoc. 970-214-0319 Judy Nystrom GRI, Broker. Assoc. 303-506-5466

Rocky Mountain Adventure

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Custom log cabin in the woods! Beautiful home nestled among 5.5 acres of pines and aspen w/ seasonal creek. Open floor plan w/ gorgeous vaulted, log beamed ceilings & massive, native stone F/P give the feeling of your very own rustic lodge. Large picture windows invite the outdoors in. 3 bed/2 BA. Almost 500 sf of deck to enjoy the outdoors & breathtaking mountain views. $568,500 275 Wagener Road

Glinda Doyle Assistant to Judy Nystrom Mike Richardson GRI,CNE, ABR, NAR Green Designation, Broker Assoc.

970-215-2722

Heidi Riedesel CNE, Broker Assoc. 970-691-7083 Kim Sandell Client Liaison Lori Smith Broker Assoc. 970-232-5511 Jack Smith Broker Assoc. 970-231-7327 Tom Thomas Broker Assoc. 970-481-3619

Privacy and Views

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This 1.31 acre lot sitting on a peaceful cul-de-sac in Carriage Hills offers a gentle slope, rock out croppings, numerous mature Ponderosa Pines and mountain views, all overlooking a sunny meadow. This is a beautiful spot to build your new home in the Rocky Mountains! $142,500 2630 Ridge Lane

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Mountain Lover’s Paradise • 3 Bedroom/ 3 Bath • 5,251 sf w/ Open Floor Plan • Hickory Floors w/ In Floor Heat • Covered Decks on 3 sides • Oversized 2- car + Pole Barn Now $1,089,000 5111 US Highway 36

Soothing River Sights & Sounds • 4 Bedroom/ 3 Bathroom • Main Level Master Suite • Stone Fireplace & Vaulted Ceilings • Lower Level Family/Rec Room • Double Lot right on the River

Lake & Mountain Views • 4 bedroom/ 3 Bath • Fine Finishes Throughout • Best Lot on Lake Estes • Panoramic Mountain Views • 23x14 Year Round Sun Room $1,295,000 529 Grand Estates

2 Acres with Views and Trees • End –of-the-road Privacy • Lot backs to 24 acres of open space • City Utilities • Upscale neighborhood • Long- Range Mountain Views $175,000 Lot 25 Kiowa Court

$695,000 2331 Aspen Brook

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Downtown Commercial Office • 4 Offices plus Reception Area • Professionally Decorated • Handicap Accessible • Public Parking Across the Street • Overlooks Scenic Riverwalk $205,000 356 E Elkhorn #10

Investment Property • 4 residential/ 3 commercial spaces • Strong anchor tenant • Plenty of parking • Fully leased • Extensive updating completed ’14-‘15 $1,095,000 386 West Riverside Drive

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Lakeview Lot

• 4 Bedroom/ 4 Bathroom • Main Level Master Suite • Many Upgrades & Updates • Expansive Mountain Views • Walk to RMNP & Nat’l Forest

• 4.81 Acres in Cedar Park • Gently Sloping Lot • Lake & Mountain Views • Active Year Round Community • Estes Park Schools

$815,000 2716 Nimbus

523 St. Vrain Lane, Estes Park, CO 80517

$59,000 tbd Lakeview Drive