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Catch The Glow Parade Brightens Downtown Estes Park This Friday, November 24th 2023

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Street closures in effect and special trolley service will be available on parade day Join the Town of Estes Park and kick off the holiday season with the dazzling Catch the Glow Parade. The brightest event of the year travels downtown on Elkhorn Avenue and starts at 5:30 p.m. this Friday, Nov. 24, 2023.

The Catch the Glow Parade will feature whimsical new float designs by the parade’s Creative Director, Michael Young, along with musical acts and much more.

As always, the stars of the evening are Santa and Mrs. Claus. Dress warmly and festively, grab some warm beverages downtown, and enjoy Estes Park’s smalltown, family-friendly extravaganza!

This free, holiday-themed event is open to the public. Learn more at estesparkeventscomplex.com. The Town of Estes Park appreciates the generous support of the following sponsors: Estes Park News, Visit Estes Park, The Bull Pin, L&B Services Inc., Bird & Jim, Redrum Tattoo Company, McLain Construction, Bank of Colorado, Penelope’s Old Time Burger, NAPA Auto Parts -

Feed & Ranch Supply, Alpenglow Blinds and Shades, Himalayan Curry & Kebob, and Unink Printworks.

Parade Route The parade will begin in the 400 block of West Elkhorn Avenue (Performance Park) and continue east on Elkhorn Avenue. The parade will then travel eastbound on North Saint Vrain Avenue and end at the intersection of North Saint Vrain Avenue and 4th Street.

Road Closures Access to Elkhorn Avenue will be closed between the areas from Farview Drive at West Elkhorn Avenue, eastbound to the US 34/US 36 intersection at approximately 4 p.m. The following locations will be closed for access onto Elkhorn Avenue: - Farview Drive at Elkhorn Avenue - Filbey Court at Elkhorn Avenue - Spruce Drive at Cleave Street - Big Horn Drive at Cleave Street - Wiest Parking Lot - Moraine Avenue at Crags Drive - Riverside Drive at Rockwell Street - Virginia Drive at Park Lane

- East Wonderview Avenue west to Elkhorn Avenue - Big Thompson Avenue westbound at Elkhorn Avenue - Public Property Parking Lots/Private Property Parking lots along the parade route will also be closed to Elkhorn Avenue Additional Road Closures: - No thru traffic between South Saint Vrain Avenue (SH 7) at North Saint Vrain Avenue (US 36) to the US 36/US 34 intersection.

- Stanley Avenue at North Saint Vrain Avenue - South Saint Vrain (SH 7) at North Saint Vrain Avenue and eastbound on North Saint Vrain Avenue (US 36) to 4th Street -Westbound on North Saint Vrain Avenue (US 36) from the Community Drive roundabout Detour Routes Moccasin Circle Drive Bypass Detour: Moraine Avenue will connect to South Saint Vrain Avenue (SH 7), using the Continued next page

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Continued from previous page Moccasin Circle Drive bypass, which includes Moraine Avenue to Crags Drive over Moccasin Circle Drive to Stanley Avenue to South Saint Vrain Avenue (SH 7).

Big Thompson/Wonderview Detour: Wonderview Avenue traffic eastbound traffic may travel eastbound on Big Thompson Avenue.

Big Thompson Avenue westbound traffic may travel onto westbound Wonderview Avenue.

North Saint Vrain Avenue (US 36)/South Saint Vrain Avenue (SH 7) Detour: North Saint Vrain Avenue westbound traffic may travel southbound on Community Drive to westbound Manford Avenue to southbound South Saint Vrain Avenue. South Saint Vrain Avenue northbound traffic may travel onto eastbound Manford Avenue to northbound Community drive to eastbound North Saint Vrain Avenue.

Mall Road Detour: Mall Road is a connecting road (east/west) between Big Thompson Avenue (US 34) and North Saint Vrain Avenue (US 36).

Rockwell Reversal (temporary – during parade only) Eastbound one-way travel on Rockwell Street will be temporarily reversed for westbound one-way traffic. Reversal will occur from approximately 4 p.m. to approximately 8 p.m. on parade day only.

Reversal is intended to allow northbound Riverside Drive traffic to travel through the Post Office parking lot and travel westbound on Rockwell Street to exit southbound on Moraine Avenue.

Parade Parking

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Residents and guests are encouraged to use the free parking structure near the Estes Park Visitor Center (691 N. St. Vrain Ave.) and use the Riverwalk or ride the trolley to access activities downtown.

Downtown loading zones will be closed the night of Nov. 24 in preparation for the parade. Additional parking spaces in the municipal parking lot adjacent to Elkhorn Avenue and the Estes Valley Library will be designated Accessible (ADA) Parking only for parade day.

Parking Lot Closure The Performance Park public parking lot will be closed to public use on Nov. 23, 2023. The parking lot will remain closed through the parade duration on the evening of Nov. 24, reopening at approximately 8:00 p.m.

Trolley Service Estes Transit “The Peak” will provide free trolley service from 12 p.m. until 8 p.m. starting at the Estes Park Visitor Center (500 Big Thompson Ave.) with stops along Elkhorn Avenue including Bond Park’s southwest corner, The Ore Cart Rock Shop, Tregent Park, West Park Center, The Maxwell Inn, Mrs. Walsh’s Garden, The Grubsteak Restaurant, and Thirty Below Leather. This loop takes about 30 minutes with normal traffic.

The trolley will suspend service at 4 p.m. until after the parade; service will resume at approximately 6:30 p.m. A second shuttle will operate from the Events Complex Park-n-Ride at 1209 Manford Ave. to stops at the Estes Park Visitor Center and Bond Park at Virginia Drive to accommodate overflow parking. The second shuttle will operate from 3:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. For more information, contact the Estes Park Visitor Center at 970-577-9900 or visit www.estes.org/shuttles.

Nov. 29 Public Meeting For Reclamation Neighborhood Street Work The Town of Estes Park will hold a public meeting for the presentation of layout concepts for each street in the Reclamation Neighborhood. The meeting will be held at the Estes Park Museum meeting room (200 4th St.) on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Residents are encouraged to attend this meeting to view and comment on the conceptual street layouts for the Reclamation Neighborhood. Area streets include 1st Street, 2nd Street, 3rd Street, North Court, and South Court. 4th Street was reconstructed in 2019 and 5th Street is not included in the project limits for utility or street rehabilitation.

These street reconstruction projects, scheduled to take place in 2024 and 2025, are necessary phases in the Water Improvement Project being completed by

the Town’s Water Division and the Estes Park Sanitation District (EPSD). Representatives from the Water Division and EPSD will be present at the meeting to give an update on their projects, facilitate discussion, and answer questions.

For more information about the Nov. 29 meeting, please contact Trevor Wittwer, Public Works Department Engineer, at 970-577-3724 or twittwer@estes.org. For project history and updates, visit the project webpage at www.estes.org/reclamation.

For more information about the Nov. 29 meeting, please contact Trevor Wittwer, Public Works Department Engineer, at 970-577-3724 or twittwer@estes.org. For project history and updates, visit the project webpage at www.estes.org/reclamation.

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Here’s some background to understand local governments because the state our current circumstances. We all expe- cannot have property taxes, and proprienced historically high home values in erty taxes pay for vital services and inproperty tax year 2023 that will dramati- frastructure that counties provide.

The Larimer County Budget process cally increase our property taxes owed in begins in April and adopts a balanced 2024 and subsequently affect local govbudget in December, including operaternment budgets. After Colorado voters ing and capital improvement expenses rejected Proposition HH, the governor as well as reserves. We strive to be called a special session to provide some thoughtful and transparent, and the reshort-term property tax relief. The sesvised 2023 and proposed 2024 budgets sion will focus on specific policy areas were submitted

by October 15 (by state concerning property taxes and property law).

We assumed Prop. HH would pass tax burden; the fiscal impact on schools because this is a more fiscally prudent and local governments that are funded approach, and we are committed to beprimarily with property tax revenue; TAing good stewards of our public reBOR refund mechanisms; rental assissources. The 2024 proposed budget is tance; increases to the state Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC); the creation of $610.3M compared to the $704.3M 2023 budget (13% reduction) due to budget a bipartisan task force to address long reductions and other belt-tightening term property tax issues; and the nutrimeasures and the completion of major tion of food-insecure children during capital infrastructure projects including the summer months.

Let’s consider how we got here. In 2020, the behavioral health facility, human services renovation, community justice the voters approved the repeal of the women’s facility and the jail improveGallagher Amendment by 57%. The 1982 Gallagher Amendment is a Consti- ment projects.

In closing, we are preparing for all tutional Amendment the voters apbudget scenarios with the understandproved in response to steeply rising property tax increases in the 1970s. It di- ing that we are all in this together. vides the state’s total property tax obliga- Happy Thanksgiving – a time to count our blessings and be grateful. tion between residential (homes) and nonresidential (commercial) property – John Kefalas is a Larimer County com45%/55%, respectively. The basis for this missioner representing all of Larimer ratio was that 45% of state property tax County By: John Kefalas

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

On 11/13/2023 at 8:24 p.m. police were callled to a traffic accident in the 300 block of S. Saint Vrain Ave. On scene, they discovered a 74 year old male from

Estes Park had failed to remain at the scene after he struck a bicyclist in the crosswalk. The male was charged with leaving the scene of an accident involving injury and failure to yield right of way to a pedestrian in crosswalk. He was arrested and released with a summons.

The bicyclist received minor injuries.

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

During the week of November 12th, 2023, the Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) responded to 14 calls

for service. This included: • Motor Vehicle Crash (MVC): 3 • Emergency Medical (assist EPH): 5 • Alarm Activation: 1 • Smoke Investigation: 3 • Fire: 1 • Gas Leak: 1 www.estesvalleyfire.org

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Steve Careccia To Serve As Town Of Estes Park Community Development Director Steve Careccia will begin service as ing with everyone in the future.

Estes Park’s new Community DevelopCareccia holds a Master of Urban and ment Director Jan. 8, 2024. Town Admin- Regional Planning and is certified by the istrator Travis Machalek American Institute of commented, “We appreciCertified Planners. He ate the community’s help has more than 20 years of as we carefully selected a experience in planning new Community Develand development servopment Director. Steve is ices in the public sector. an experienced planning As the Planning Manager manager with a focus on for the City of Goodyear, community partnerships.

Careccia is responsible We are pleased to have for the day-to-day adhim join our team.” ministration of the City’s Careccia will be responsiPlanning Department. ble for overseeing the Steve Careccia His career includes pubCommunity Development lic collaboration and Department, which provides planning, community involvement, long-term zoning, code compliance, and building planning, development review, economic services for the community. development projects, code writing and Careccia commented, “During the inter- revisions, and building safety and plan view process, I met so many wonderful reviews. He has previous planning expepeople from both the Town staff and rience in other municipalities in both within the community. Everyone was Florida and Arizona. welcoming, and their passion for Estes For more information about the Town’s Park was evident. I am very thankful and Community Development Department, excited to be the Community Developplease visit www.estes.org/communitydement Director, and look forward to work- velopment or call 970-577-3721.

Go Behind The Scenes With The Community Police Academy Anyone who has ever wondered what it’s like behind the scenes at the Estes Park Police Department can find out by attending the 2024 Community Police Academy. This informative series of classes, sponsored by the Town’s Police Department and offered free of charge, will run Feb. 5 – March 7. Sessions take place Monday and Thursday nights from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Town Hall Board Room, 170 MacGregor Ave. The class size is limited to 30 people. Applications are available at the front desk of the Police Department at Town Hall, and at www.estes.org/communitypoliceacademy. Applications must be received by Friday, Jan. 19, 2024, and should be returned to Captain Rick Life at the Estes Park Police Department or via email at rlife@estes.org. Applicants will be re-

quired to pass a limited background check prior to acceptance.

Community Police Academy familiarizes participants with everything from constitutional law to crime scene investigation. The classes will include topics that are common among law enforcement agencies, as well as issues that are unique to Estes Park, including patrol operations, investigations, the Estes Park Emergency Communication Center, the Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership, and the Auxiliary Police unit. Following graduation, many academy graduates choose to continue involvement with the Police Department through its volunteer programs. However, a commitment to future volunteering is not required.

First Annual Advent Market at Camp St. Malo DEC. 1617, 2023

Experience the Truth of the Advent season, soak in the beauty of winter in the mountains, enjoy good food (including spiced wine, warm drinks, and festive snacks), and encounter Christ.

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PAPA Is Working Toward A Noncarbon Energy Future To The Editor: The Resource Diversification Policy (RDP) passed by Platte River’s Board in 2018 directs leadership to proactively work toward a 100% noncarbon energy mix, provided the organization’s three foundational pillars of reliability, environmental responsibility and financial sustainability are maintained. Based on ongoing resource planning and modeling activities that began in 2019, dispatchable capacity is needed to maintain reliability and affordability as Platte River’s resource portfolio is decarbonized. Other utilities with similar decarbonization goals are arriving at the same conclusion, as presented by experts from Electric Power Research Institute and leadership from the Large Public Power Council during Platte River’s Board of Directors meeting on Oct. 26, 2023.

The aeroderivative turbines will not replace energy generated by the Rawhide Unit 1 coal-fired power plant. The large integration of solar and wind power is replacing Platte River’s coal generation resources. However, due to the natural fluctuations and intermittency of renewable generation, it is imperative that Platte River also add dispatchable resources to maintain reliability. For Platte River, dispatchable capacity can include long duration energy storage once this technology is proven and commercially viable, distributed energy resources and a management system to aggregate these resources across the utility’s service region which is currently being developed, and aeroderivative turbines that will include technology to help stabilize the

grid. As articulated in the dispatchable capacity resolution that recently received unanimous support by Platte River’s Board of Directors, the aeroderivative turbine technology will initially use natural gas but can transition to hydrogen fuel sources once it is commercially viable.

It is important to note that Platte River’s RDP outlines one of the most aggressive decarbonization goals from any utility in the country. While the journey ahead is challenging, the dedicated team at Platte River is working hard to develop a clean energy portfolio that is reliable, environmentally responsible and financially sustainable. For the last 40 years, Rawhide Unit 1 has served as Platte River’s baseload generation. This unit will ultimately retire at the end of this decade along with the utility’s other coal-fired resources.

Platte River is increasing renewable generation coupled with short duration energy storage while also balancing growing energy demands. In Estes Park alone over the last 10 years, the town has experienced an almost 9% increase in energy demand across existing customers along with new development.

The challenges to completely decarbonize the energy generation portfolio are not unique to Platte River, but what is unique is how quickly the utility is pursuing this transition. Platte River values and honors its responsibility to provide and serve the energy our region needs and deserves, and the utility will not waiver in that commitment as it creates a cleaner, resilient energy future for northern Colorado.

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The Annual "Catch the Glow" Parade will brighten Estes Park at 5:30 p.m., this Friday, November 24.

Each year as many as 20,000 people line Elkhorn Avenue to “Catch the Glow” of this whimsical holiday parade, as well as spend the afternoon visiting Santa and strolling through downtown Estes Park. The parade features more than 40 units, including hand crafted floats from the Town of Estes Park and nonprofits, marching bands, fire trucks and other specialty vehicles.

Michael Young, artist extraordinaire, is once again the Creative Director for the Town of Estes Park’s Catch the Glow Parade 2023. He is now in his fourteenth year of creating the most amazing

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rade will roll through downtown this Friday, November 24 at 5:30 p.m.

Holiday music broadcast throughout the town sets the scene before the parade. Take a stroll through our magical downtown. Then, at 5:30 p.m. gather your family and friends and snuggle in for the Catch the Glow Parade featuring thousands of colorful twinkling lights, floats with lifesized dinosaurs, glittering angels, three masted sailing ships, entertainers and musicians including Cowboy Brad Fitch, wildlife characters, Rodeo Royalty, First Responders and so much more!

Of course, Santa in his sleigh and his beloved reindeer end the parade!

This amazing parade would not be possible without the time and Photo EP NEWS talents of Michael Young. Thank lighted floats Estes Park has ever seen! you, Michael, for sharing with the Michael said, “I am so honored to be world, your incredible visions once able to make these creations for everyagain for this Catch the Glow parade! one to see. The Town Special Events staff allows me to open my mind and create the visions I see. It’s so gratifying and wonderful that I am able to do this each and every year, it’s truly a dream come true!”

Michael has been busy since September composing and creating these gorgeous floats guaranteed to be the brightest event of Photo EP NEWS the year!

Don't miss the most brilliant event of Something brand new this year was a the year!

The parade goes on no matter special “design a float competition” with the wind or weather, so bundle up, bring the Estes Valley Library. Read all about it your blankets, hot coffee and cocoa, and and see this year’s winner and the new be prepared to be dazzled! float on page 29 of this publication.

The 35th Annual Catch the Glow Pa-

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Can You Help Blue Santa?

Sponsored by the Town of Estes Park’s Police Department Auxiliary, this program purchases and delivers non-perishable food and hygiene products for disabled, shut-in, and elderly community members that need a little extra holiday cheer in December. There are between 90 to 100 Blue Santa recipients in Estes Park each year. Nominations for community members to receive a delivery should be submitted prior to Nov. 30, 2023. Nominations can be emailed to BlueSanta@estes.org or through the online nomination form at www.estes.org/bluesanta.

Jars with the Blue Santa logo have been placed at various locations throughout Estes Park. The last date for monetary donations at these locations will be Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023.

If you would like to help with this worthwhile and needed project you can either: send your monetary donation to Blue Santa Program, c/o Estes Park Police Auxiliary, PO Box 1287, Estes Park, CO 80517; or leave a donation in one of the Blue Santa jars.

All donations are used to fund items for Blue Santa recipients; and the Blue Santa program is only possible through your compassion for those in need and your generous donations. Questions should be directed to BlueSanta@estes.org

Town Offices Closed for Thanksgiving

Town of Estes Park municipal offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 23 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Staff will resume normal operating hours Friday, Nov. 24.

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It’s tradition: On Thanksgiving Day we have turkey, mashed potatoes, dressing, gravy, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, yeasty rolls, cranberries in one form or another, usually a Jell-O salad that could pass as dessert, pumpkin pie and if there are enough people to warrant it, a pecan pie too. With some variation from one household to the next, this is the typical American spread laid out for friends and family on our country’s November holiday.

To me, this menu is Thanksgiving. I don’t like dressing and I really don’t like green bean casserole but those dishes end up on the table every year anyway because Thanksgiving isn’t all about what I want. It’s the day I get to present my love to family and/or friends through their favorite foods. (Well, I admit I’m going to make pumpkin pie even if no one else wants it. It’s such a great excuse to eat whipped cream! And it’s mighty fine for breakfast—better for me than a donut, right?—so leftovers are ok.)

Aside from the banquet, I value the core of what Thanksgiving represents. It is not a day set aside to give or receive gifts, it is not a religious holiday so nobody should feel left out, and if family isn’t close—geographically or emotionally, hopefully there are others nearby with whom to celebrate Friendsgiving, the repast you get to spend with your “family of choice.”

The first Thanksgiving was in the 1600s, when the Indigenous people showed the European invaders—I mean colonists—how to survive in their “New World.” Their meal included deer and fish—we don’t know about turkey but it’s possible, onions, beans, lettuce, spinach, cabbage, carrots, corn mush, blueberries, plums, gooseberries, raspberries, and of course, cranberries.

We will not discuss here how the guests in the homes of the Natives thanked their hosts. But on that day of feasting in 1621, the two very different peoples got along. That is what Thanksgiving is supposed to be.

My grandfather died on Thanksgiving Day of my 14th year. My mother had just returned from visiting him one state away; she hadn’t had time to prepare the full bar-the-door-to-any-more meal so the table was not weighed down. The air was heavy, my mom was weary. We kids knew to refrain from our usual banter-

ing for her sake. The phone call came right as we gathered around the table.

He was gone.

There were no words. Just tears.

As uneasy as this memory is, I choose to relive it every Thanksgiving. Gramps’ death was my first exposure to losing a loved one. That place in my chest that holds the soul ached for my mother, trying to feed her family on a holiday while grieving the loss of her father. The grace she exhibited, the strength, the sad look she sent to my dad at the other end of the long dining table and the tender nod he sent back—I observed all this with young eyes, and learned.

We can’t get through life without the loss of loved ones. Family, friends, pets, even a favorite tree that gets blown over or a house that burns to the ground.

Loss of life and love is a fragile experience; a period of brokenness. What my mother showed me beginning that Thanksgiving Day is that in time, we can put ourselves back together and carry on. The breaks are still there but the glue of remembering makes us even stronger.

I am thankful for the past, which is preparing me for the future.

That said, after Thanksgiving the future holds lots of leftovers. I mentioned that I love turkey on Thanksgiving, and I enjoy a turkey sandwich with butter and cranberries the next day or two, but otherwise, I’m done with turkey. Turkey soup, turkey tetrazzini, hot turkey salad, turkey tacos, turkey pot pie…the list is as long as a turkey neck and about that appealing. After my affiliate Joe cleans the carcass (that word alone takes away any last semblance of a turkey appetite), I put most of the meat into containers, write the date on the top, and freeze it.

Six months later (ok, ok. Eleven months later), when I pull it out and thaw it, the stringy, tough meat has absolutely zero appeal to me. There must be a way around this turkey travesty.

I found the answer! This year I roasted a chicken. No one at our table complained.

You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2023 Sarah Donohoe

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Zoom Coffee About The Future Of Water Reclamation In Estes Park Zoom Coffee event will be hed on Saturday, December 9, 10 - 11 a.m.

Upper Thompson Sanitation District has been providing high quality, cost-effective water reclamation services to the Estes Valley for over fifty years. To continue to provide this public service, meet future water quality standards and continue as responsible stewards of our environment, we must address our outdated and ailing infrastructure.

District Manager, Chris Bieker, and Assistant Manager, Suzanne Jurgens, will speak to Upper Thompson Sanitation District’s plans to proactively meet the challenges the District faces as it endeavors to keep the wastewater sanitation system operating efficiently, our waterways clean, the wildlife

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healthy, and the environment pristine.

District Manager, Chris Bieker is a 44-year fulltime resident of Estes Park and has been employed at Upper Thompson Sanitation District for 37 years. During his long tenure at the District, he has performed every function at the facility with an emphasis on wastewater treatment operations.

Assistant District Manager, Suzanne Jurgens has lived in Estes Park since 1986. Prior to employment with the District, she worked for a local engineering firm. She began serving Upper Thompson Sanitation District in 2014.

Registration is required; go to www.lwv-estespark.org

Power & Communications Launches Direct-To-Customer Power And Water Event Notifications Estes Park Power and Communications electric and water customers can now sign up to receive email or text notifications for power outages and, in the future, water meter notifications. These utility notifications will alert customers to power outages and potential water leaks at their service locations.

Visit notifier.estes.org to sign up. Customers will need their utility account number and service address to sign up. Electric meter alerts are collected and transmitted through the smart meter network. Power outage notifications are only available to customers with smart electric meters.

Power outage alerts come from the electric meter and will let customers know

when the meter has lost power and when power is restored. Power and Communications staff also receive these meter outage notifications and are often able to respond to power outages before a customer realizes the power is out. Customers can check the Power Outage Public Information Map at arcg.is/0HX85f1 to see outage areas that crews are responding to. Report power outages by calling 970-586-5335.

For more information on this project, please visit www.estes.org/utilitynotifier or contact Estes Park Power and Communications AMI Coordinator Sarah Clark at 970577-3627 or sclark@estes.org.

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Free Tax-Aide Service Seeking Volunteers For A Variety Of Roles Since 2005, the Estes Valley Library has partnered with Tax-Aide to host this valuable service to our community. TaxAide is sponsored by the AARP Foundation but AARP membership is not required for volunteers or to receive the tax-preparation service. Volunteers number between 15 to 20 annually which allows for flexible volunteer scheduling. This past tax season over 400 free tax returns were filed, most electronically.

Not every volunteer has to prepare tax returns, although most do. Other roles needed are: • Appointment Facilitator – greet clients and make sure documents are complete.

• Technology Assistance – ensure computers, printers and wifi equipment are working properly.

• Administrative Support – keep track of volunteer records and obtain supplies.

• Instructor – attend workshops then conduct local tax and software training of all volunteers.

• Leader/Organizer – Local Coordinator recruits volunteers, makes schedules and reports results.

Typical new volunteers interested in tax preparation have done their own taxes using software such as Turbo Tax® and feel they have enough knowledge to assist others. The IRS restricts the complexity of returns we are allowed to do and selects our software which currently is TaxSlayer®. Training will include several practice returns to gain familiarity with the software as well as other helpful resources.

New volunteers will be invited to a 1day orientation on December 6, 2023, with full training occurring at the Library January 15-20, 2024. Orientation can be flexible if that date will not work for you.

For additional information, contact Don Bryson (303) 887-1106 or Lori Hendrickson (970) 480-7541.

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Museum Program: He Came And Stayed: Pieter Hondius, The Estes Park Years, Upcoming Publication By Dr. James Pickering On Saturday, December 2, at 1:00 p.m. join Town of Estes Park Historian Laureate, Dr. James Pickering as he highlights his upcoming publication, He Came and Stayed: Pieter Hondius, the Estes Park Years. This latest publication, produced by the Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation, Inc. Press, explores the life and contributions of Pieter Hondius (1864 – 1934) and the critical role he played in the early history of the Estes Park community. The program will take place in the Estes Park Museum meeting room, light snacks and refreshments will be provided. This program is free and open to the public.

This biographical history provides a detailed account of the life and accomplishments of one of Estes Park's early residents. He Came and Stayed traces Pieter Hondius's life and career beginning with his arrival at the door of the Elkhorn Lodge in November 1896 in search for relief from a chronic asthma condition. Hondius wasted little time establishing himself in the cattle industry by purchasing land in both Estes

Park and Loveland. By 1915 Pieter Hondius had become the largest single landowner within the new Rocky Mountain National Park. In 1904, he married Eleanor Estes James, the only daughter of the pioneer family which had established Elkhorn Lodge. In the years that followed, Hondius went on to a series of successful business ventures, which made him one of the wealthiest, well-respected, and most civically engaged citizens in the Estes Valley. The richly detailed text is illustrated by nearly 100 period photographs, some of which have never been seen locally.

Beginning on Friday, December 1, Museum Member preorders will begin for the limited collector’s edition print of He Came and Stayed: Pieter Hondius, the Estes Park Years. This book is currently in production and will be delivered in early 2024. With a limited, first edition print of only 100 books, the collector’s edition, featuring a hardback cloth cover, stamped title, and author autographed and numbered book plate – will go quickly!

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Help Pave The Way To The Future Of The Estes Park Museum

Are you or your family local history enthusiasts? Whether a pioneer family or a recent resident of Estes Park, individuals and families have the opportunity to order a custom etched stone at the Estes Park Museum. Ideal for recognition, memorials, mottos, or celebrating that special cabin you own. For a $1,000 donation, an 8” x 8” paver stone can be engraved with an etched image and custom text to be lined along the pathway between the Museum and Museum Annex. The pathway connects the Annex, which houses artifacts, to the Museum, where artifacts are interpreted to the public through exhibits and programs, creating a perfect analogy of the past meeting the present.

This fundraiser supports the Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation, Inc. in their continued efforts towards Museum Annex facility upgrades and collections

care with goal of professionalizing the museum collection and research facility.

The building upgrades will lead to an ideal, secure environment for the preservation of more than 30,000 locally significant historic artifacts with room for the general public and staff to research the collection.

With over 80 pavers ordered, there are just over 100 left! The fundraising opportunity will end in May 2024 for installation. Order now for a personal inclusion in this community effort!

Congratulations and thank you to all individuals and families who have already purchased their etched paver stone supporting the Museum!

If you are interested in supporting this special project or have any questions, please call or email Museum Director Derek Fortini for more information at 970-577-3761 or dfortini@estes.org.

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EPH Foundation Welcomes Carl Robicheaux To Board Of Directors

Estes Park Health Foundation welcomes Carl Robicheaux to its Board of Directors.

Mr. Robicheaux first established himself in Estes Park in 2009 and became a full-time resident in 2018.

A seasoned legal professional with a career spanning back to 1987, Carl is licensed to practice in Colorado, Louisiana, and Connecticut. His local practice is Elkhorn Law Office, LLC. Beyond his legal expertise, Carl has a heart for philanthropy. He has a history of actively engaging in charitable efforts,

most notably with Habitat for Humanity, various hurricane relief initiatives in Louisiana, FORE for Kids, and a golf charitable organization.

In Estes Park, he serves with the Estes Park Rotary and has served as past president of the Estes Park Rotary Foundation, is a board member of the Estes Chamber of Commerce, was on the Estes Park Health Foundation Board from 20192022 and has rejoined the EPHF board in 2023.

Carl is married to Aime and is the proud father to one daughter and four grandchildren. His dedication to his family and his community makes him an invaluable addition to the Estes Park Health Foundation’s Board of Directors.

The Estes Park Health Foundation welcomes Carl and anticipates a bright future with his valuable contributions.

The Estes Park Health Foundation increases community awareness of Estes Park Health, and develops, manages, and distributes funds to assist EPH in fulfilling its mission. To learn more about their initiatives, volunteer or give, please contact them at GiveToEPH.org or 970577-4370.

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One of our beautiful holidays in the fall is behind us. We now look forward to another two wonderful celebrations: Christmas and New Years. In New Orleans we also have the beginning of the Mardi Gras season starting on January the 6th and culminating on Fat Tuesday, the day before Lent. Mardi Gras: Mister, throw me some beads!

Here in America, we have so many wonderful celebrations I'm sure other countries have their own special ones as well. But let's stop for just for a moment and think. Why do we celebrate Thanksgiving?

Why do we celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah or New Year? Why do we even celebrate Mardi Gras?

At one time most were pagan feasts.

People of faith took many pagan feasts and replaced them with rites celebrating Jewish and Christian days of belief. Even Mardi Gras stems from a day (Fat Tuesday) of feasting before 40 days of fasting.

Other religions also have such celebrations before days of recognizing their beliefs and faith.

Thanksgiving in America was celebrated for the first time at Plymouth Rock. The people were so grateful that they had survived. Maybe we should dwell on the meaning, the true meaning, of our holidays. We, in America, are a great and wonderful nation and let us be thankful that we are. Christmas is a time of giving because Christians believe their Savior was born, it is his birthday. Anyone reading my column can or does not have to believe. I am not preaching, just musing about what the holidays mean to me and many others.

There is a couple in my church that give the whole year round. They have a potluck once a month for widows and/or single, older women. We also have a Grace and Grub potluck once a month

that another couple organizes and “foots” a lot of the cost, all are welcome. Those times are the loving and giving celebrations that our other holidays could and should be.

At the last luncheon a wonderful soup was served by our hosts and we supplied the appetizers, bread, salad and dessert. I asked for the soup recipe and Stan was kind to send me his version. Right after Thanksgiving I think one could substitute leftover turkey for the chicken and make the broth from the turkey carcass. But the chicken was wonderful in the soup.

Stan’s Southwest Chicken Soup Boil three chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, until done. Save broth from cooking chicken. Once cool, shred chicken into small bite-sized pieces. Start soup with Swanson 32 oz. chicken broth, ½ cup of chopped onion, 2 cloves garlic minced, ½ teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon chili powder. Cook long enough that onions are soft. Add 1 can of Mexican style stewed tomatoes, blended, 1 can of white chili beans in chili sauce, 1 can of black beans, rinsed, 1 can of corn, drained, 1 can pinto beans in mild chili sauce, and 1 7oz. can of mild diced green chiles, drained. Add saved chicken broth to desired soup consistency. Add chicken pieces and bring to boil and simmer for 15 minutes.

Serve in soup dish with additions of diced fresh avocado, sliced black olives or crushed tortilla chips and/or corn chips and sliced green onions as garnish.

My email is Esther.cenac@gmail.com Bon Appétit.

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Get Your Local Christmas Tree And Enjoy Holiday Cheer, December 8 & 9 At Vert CoWorking

Christmas Trees Have your home smelling like Christmas on Dec. 8 or 9 with a fresh cut Estes Park Charlie Brown Christmas tree. Local wild grown spruce, ponderosa pine and more are available on Friday, December 8 from 3:30-6 and Saturday, December 9 from 9-11 at Vert CoWorking, 1230 Big Thompson Avenue.

While spruce and fir trees have more branches, ponderosa have longer needles and more space for showing off ornaments. These native grown trees are cut for forest mitigation, making Ram’s Horn Mountain a safer spot against wildfires.

Help support our Wwoofer volunteer program with prices starting at $50 for a 5-ft tree. Special order large trees and wreaths with a text or call to 970-5865303, or email camphurni@gmail.com.

Community Party Join the Vert community on Friday, December 8 from 3:30-6 as we gather at

the Vert CoWorking space for food, drink, gluhwein and holiday cheer.

Everything will be festively decorated and the fireplaces will be roaring.

Vert just celebrated two years in business and we want to show our appreciation for all our members and the wonderful people in this town. Come take a tour of our spaces with a cup of hot cocoa or steaming gluhwein in hand!

Handmade items are available from Annabelle Westley, of Timber Creek Forge and Farrier LLC, with hand forged metal art, including hooks featuring dogs, fish and trees. Local craftsman Amos Westley is offering wooden bowls, pens and ornaments, as well as metal pieces and horseshoe Christmas trees. The perfect gifts for the special people on your list.

Come celebrate the season with us!

Vert is located at 1230 Big Thompson Avenue, Estes Park, CO.

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Estes Park Archives Program This Saturday November 25

Brinley Betts 10th Grade Congratulations to Brinley Betts, the Estes Park High School Student of the Week for Friday, November 24, 2023.

Brinley is the daughter of Kim and Kenny Betts.

At EPHS she participates in cross country, track, Environmental Club, Youth in Action and Key Club. Her favorite class is math. She has earned her varsity letter in cross country and track and All Region Honors at the regional cross country meet this past season.

Outside of school she enjoys hiking, backpacking, running and spending time outdoors. She also loves reading and watching hockey. Brinley has an older brother named Brayden who is a senior and a younger sister named Bristol who is in 7th grade.

A place that Brinley would like to visit is Alaska to go backpacking in Denali National Park.

Her favorite quote is “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look

around once in a while, you could miss it”

by Ferris Bueller. She said, “To me this is a reminder to be present and enjoy the moment.”

The best piece of advice Brinley’s ever received is to not take yourself too seriously, it’s okay to make mistakes and have fun.

After high school she plans to go to college and may want to study environmental science, but she’s not quite sure yet.

This year, the Estes Park Archives has been attempting to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Sanborn Souvenir Company, Colorado and Estes Park's most prolific producer of early photographic postcards, only to discover dated Sanborn postcards that push the date of first production earlier than 1923.

The latest case in point is a signed view of South Cheyenne Canyon in Colorado Springs, with a very distinct June 1922 postmark. Not only is this the earliest Sanborn signed postcard yet found, it also appears as a reprint a few years later, but as an unsigned variant.

The working hypothesis had been that Sanborn first produced unsigned postcards, then signed his product as his young company enjoyed more success.

These two postcards not only turn that hypothesis on its ear, but also make it unlikely that, as an alternative, Sanborn only signed postcards where he took the picture himself.

Is there any way out of this chaos? Join the Estes Park Archives this Saturday, November 25, as we share early postcards that got us into this mess, and discuss possible as yet undiscovered Sanborn product that may help make sense of something that currently seems entirely random.

All winter programs are held at 200 Moraine Avenue and start at 1:00 p.m. everything, including light refreshments, are free of charge, and you don't need to be a member, How many differences can you find between these two alor even an Estes Park most identical Sanborn postcards? Photo courtesy Estes Park resident, to attend.

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Mt. Calvary Invites All To Celebrate In Worship

You are welcome to join Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church as we celebrate the Christmas season in our worship services.

Advent services Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m. - December 6, 13, and 20 Christmas Eve - December 24 -Sunday at 6 p.m.

Christmas Day - December 25 - Monday at 10 a.m.

Blessings on your Christmas, 2023!

Mt.Calvary Lutheran Church is located at Hwy. 36 & 2nd Street, 950 North Saint Vrain.

Estes Park Special Olympics Tuesday Bowling Fun

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

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

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Kona, Odin, Mirabel, Ellie, Emmie, And Some Sweet Guinea Pigs Seeking New, Loving Families Or Foster Homes

Ellie

Emmie

Ellie and Emmie are both seven months old and weigh 20 pounds. They are adorable shepherd mixes, on the smaller side, and very playful and sweet.

Kona

Mirabel

Kona is house and crate trained, great Mirabel is seven months old, she is with other dogs and knows some com- very happy and loving and weighs mands. She loves toys! She is not good about 35 pounds. She is great with other dogs. with small animals. She weighs about 50 pounds and is approximately two years old. She is currently in foster care.

Odin Odin is a big, handsome boy. He is about two years old and around 80 pounds.

He is an Estes Park dog and his family could not keep him anymore. He knows some basic commands and walks pretty nicely after he settles down a bit. He has been around other dogs and cats and is kennel trained.

Guinea Pigs We need loving homes for some cute guinea pigs. They are all very sweet and they need to be adopted in pairs (Guinea pigs are much happier with a buddy). They are friendly and can be handled just fine. They are currently staying at the Pet Lodge.

Please call (970) 2861652 if you’d like to meet or foster any of these special pets. Don’t shop, please adopt!

All pets are offered through the Pet Association of Estes Park, a non-profit organization that is your local humane society. You can make a tax-deductible donation to the Pet Association by sending your check to P.O. Box 4342, Estes Park, CO 80517.

For more information about the Pet Association, please visit the website at petassociationestespark.com

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Don’t Miss The Holiday Shoppe At The Old Gallery In Allenspark Through December 23 animal ornaments during the holidays. I love to hear from collectors that they leave their trees out all year, and add in their favorite animals or gnomes or a nativity scene during their holiday season."

Fused Glass Artist Lois Rentz added, “I find the quiet of my studio to be therapeutic.

I love taking bland sheets of flat glass and turning them into one of kind pieces. I love creating the Mid Century Modern cats, with relevant details, such as furniture, fireplaces and decor. It takes my mind to a simpler place and frankly, cats Making a list and checking it twice?

Want to make sure your gifts are unique and memorable? Don’t miss the 4th Annual Holiday Shoppe at The Old Gallery in Allenspark on Black Friday, November 24 and every Saturday and Sunday through December 23. The Old Gallery will be open from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Thoughtful and unique gifts include art, hats, quilts, soaps, ceramics, handmade ornaments, scarves, calendars and more have been created by local and regional artisans at The Old Gallery, as well as The Hilltop Guild.

“Our local artists offer an eclectic mix of art including jewelry, fiber, weaving, paintings, fused glass, photography, ceramics, wooden pieces and much more.

non-profit center for community, art and visitors. The Old Gallery provides art, education, entertainment and social services to area residents and visitors, including the Community Cupboard Food

It’s a wonderful way to get into the holiday spirit,” said photographer and The Old Gallery Board Chair Darlene Bushue.

On Black Friday, shoppers can enjoy complimentary holiday treats and a hot chocolate bar.

Ceramic Artist Julie Neri said, "My ceramic studio has been filled with magical holiday pieces since July. There is no rest when tree season is upon us! I sell my leaf trees year round, but add in angels, tealight houses, snowmen, smaller cone trees and forest are a fun inclusion. I often include aspens in my work, as I hope to make something that the viewers will connect to the beauty of this state. I really love hearing that my pieces travel to faraway places.”

Located at 14863 Highway 7 at the entrance to Allenspark, The Old Gallery is 20 minutes south of Estes Park and 20 minutes from Lyons. It’s a beautifully renovated 1940s log structure that is a

Bank, Community Closet, art and yoga classes, concerts, potlucks and more.

“The Old Gallery really captures the spirit of this mountain community. It’s a beautiful place for our artists to display and sell their work and a unique spot to find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts,” said Bushue.

For more information, visit info@theoldgallery.org or call 303-7472906.

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Announcing The 2023-24 Golden Antler Award Recipients!

On National Philanthropy Day (November 15th), Bank of Estes Park’s lobby was standing room only, packed with locals, with delicious food from Claire’s, wine from Snowy Peaks Winery, and beer from EP Brewery. The reason for getting together? To announce the win-

other restrictions and rules in place as well. Nine eligible (and very worthy!) nominations were received, and were then forwarded to an outside selection committee which was comprised of seven locals, from seven different industries, all prominent and involved in the

Award. Part of the award was that the winner could select a local non-profit to receive a grant from the bank, and Katie chose EP Learning Place to receive the $3,000 grant.

With the same degree of gratitude, we were honored to present Randy Maharry

Golden Antler Award Grant

with the second place 2023-2024 Bank of Estes Park Golden Antler Award, and Randy selected Village Thrift Shop to receive the $2,000 grant.

Three runners up were recognized as well: Jean Austin as first runner-up; Bill Howell as second runner-up; and Leslie Glover as third runner-up.

There simply isn’t enough space in a newspaper article to try to describe the good that the winners and the other nominees have accomplished in our community! We were honored to put this award and this event together, and are grateful to all who helped make it a reality. Estes Park is truly blessed, with so many amazing people, doing so many wonderful things—and it was our honor and privilege to recognize some of them, and to tie a $5,000 grant to the process to try to leverage the event into accomplishing even more good in our community.

Webermeier Family

ners of the inaugural (hopefully, first annual!) Bank of Estes Park Golden Antler Award!

This was a collaborative effort between the bank and the Estes Chamber, in an attempt to recognize those who have made a tremendous impact on the Estes Valley. Nominations were open to the whole community, and were relatively difficult compared to the process for other types of awards—they were required to be “arms length” nominations, self-nominations and “self serving” nominations were not allowed, a second party was required to agree with the nomination, and the nominee was required to review the information to ensure it was accurate and complete, with

Estes Valley community in different ways. They read and pondered the nominations, and performed what seemed impossible to me given how remarkable all of the nominations were— they chose a winner. Actually, they decided to split the award, and chose two— a first and a second place!

So, with heartfelt gratitude from our entire community, we were delighted to present Scott (in memoriam) and Katie Webermeier with the 2023-2024 Bank of Estes Park Golden Antler

Webermeier Award

Maharry Award

Congratulations To The Tabesetting/Scaping Winners And Big Thanks To All Involved

Octopus’ Garden

On November 18th and 19th, the Estes Park Museum Friends presented the Creative Colorado Tablesetting/Scaping Event at the Estes Park Resort.

The contest has three categories: Formal, Informal and Freestyle or Tablescaping which are judged anonymously using carefully prescribed rules and which tables are designed to

follow the theme: Songs, Tunes and Melodies, Then and Now. The three blue ribbon winners are: Cherie Kozak from Loveland, Formal design with theme song, Someday My Prince Will Come; Andy Smith from Estes Park, Informal design with theme song, Same Here (Ukranian) and Theresa Goff from Estes Park, Freestyle design with theme song, Octopus’ Garden.

Guests at the event vote for one of these blue ribbon winners to receive the Best of Show Award, and they chose Theresa Goff ’s Freestyle table with theme song Octopus’ Garden. Congratulations to Theresa!

Guests also voted for the People’s

and Phil Moenning.

Choice Award, and that winner is Karla Van Drie, Freestyle design with theme Next November’s Tablesetting/Scapsong, I am Woman, Hear me Roar. Con- ing theme will be: Books and Movies, gratulations to Karla!

Then and Now, so start planning your table or watch for the dates in the A hearty thank you to all our guests, newspaper so that you can attend this our committee, our tablesetters and tablescapers and our generous sponsors for unique and delightful event in 2024. making this event such a success: The Antiquarians; Cheryl Pennington; Colorado Homestead; Dunraven Restaurant; Elements of Touch; The Enchanted Florist; Estes Park News; Marsha Hobert, Kind Coffee; Macdonald Book Shop; Peak’s Hallmark Gift Shop; Snowy Peaks Winery; The Stanley Home Museum; Susan Fereday Insurance Agency; The Taffy Shop; Wynbrier Ltd. Wildlife I am Woman, Hear me Roar Gallery; Bobbie Heisterkamp

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“Wolcum Yole” On December 2

O COME, AND BE FAITHFUL… I love living in Estes Park. You probably know that by now. And there are many reasons. I won’t name them all right now, but one I will mention, is that I love living near and visiting national parks. RMNP is not the first one that I’ve lived next door to. I was raised in Montana about an hour from the entrance to Yellowstone Park. Like here, we continually had people come to see us, and all wanted to go to the Park…to see the bears, the elk, the occasional moose, but always, first and foremost, to see ‘it’…Old Faithful. We made lots of trips to the Old Faithful Geyser in those days, and were never disappointed. It always erupted, and always on time. They could mark on a sign the time for the next eruption…and it was faithful, within minutes, of the predicted time.

We love things…and people…to be faithful. Perhaps it’s due to the fact that HE is faithful. A meteorologist can announce what time the sun will rise and set, because God is faithful. And in all other ways as well. He is faithful to forgive His Children’s sins (I Jn. 1). He is faithful to not let us be tempted above what we can handle, providing a way of escape for those who want to take it (I Cor. 10:13). As Moses said: “He is God, the faithful God, who keeps covenant with those that love Him.” (Deut. 7:9) But, because He is a faithful and true God, He expects all people to be the same and will abundantly bless those who do. “Be thou faithful unto the point of death and I will give you a crown of life.” (Rev. 2:10) So there is a great deal at stake when it comes to this quality in our character. Since the ‘Faithful and True One’, Who keeps His promises is faithful, He will be judging us…for better or worse…in a faithful fashion. But what are some ways in which that faithfulness is manifested? Let me give you a few ‘F’s that we can use to help determine how faithful we are.

One of those is FAMILY. Ours is a generation where faithfulness to family seems to be all too rare. Statistics show that every year there are half as many divorces as marriages. Many of these are due to the lack of faithfulness on the part of one spouse or the other. And these, of course, do not take into account ‘never-marrieds’ who have intimate relations, but no faithfulness to the relationship? And, what about with our children? Do parents you know show faithfulness to their children, giving the very best of themselves to equip them to be good members of society? Do they work, put family members first, giving them what is needed to be successful in life? Paul wrote that one who fails to do so, has denied God’s faith and is worse than an unbeliever (I Tim. 5:8).

A second is our FINANCES. God gives each of us opportunities to gain monies needed for us and our families. The Bible says we are ‘Stewards’ of that which we have access to and that “It is required of stewards that they be found faithful.”(I Cor. 4:2) Each of us needs to check our faithfulness in the use of what we are entrusted with.

People often try to excuse themselves by saying: “I’m not rich like some!” Someone has well said: “It isn’t a matter of what you’d do with millions if riches be your lot. It’s what you do at the present with the dollar and a quarter you’ve got”.

A third is our FAITH and our FELLOWSHIP. Most reading this have been or are involved with a church or religious fellowship of people. How are you doing with that?

We are told…and seen…that, following the Pandemic, many people stopped attending their usual place of worship. God’s Book says: “Let us not give up meeting together, as the custom of such is, but encourage one another.” (Heb. 10:25) Be faithful!

So…as you consider the above, ‘Come and be faithful’ so that sincerely, in the very near future, you can sing: “O, come all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant.”

Bob Lewis .

Once again, the Estes Valley Chamber Singers combine forces with the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies’ Chancel Bell Choir and organist Larry Gillum to present an afternoon of wonderful Christmas music to start off the season on Saturday, December 2nd, at 2:00PM in the Sanctuary of the Community Church of the Rockies.

This will be the Chamber Singers nineteenth year of bringing some of the season’s most beautiful music to Estes Park.

The program opens with Benjamin Britten’s “Wolcum Yole,” or Welcome Christmas, from his Ceremony of Carols. The rollicking 16th century “Gaudete” follows the opening number and leads you to the Bell Choir’s “Adeste Fidelis” arranged

by Dobrinski and joined by Larry Gillum on the organ. The Bell Choir will also play “Angel Song” by Larson and “The Fist Noel” arranged by Molelbust.

Mendelsohn’s beautiful “Ave Maria,” edited and arranged by the Chamber Singers conductor Rich Dixon, is next on the program and features Scott Anderson as soloist. Following the Singers’

three opening numbers, they will also sing Matthew Culloton’s “What Child is This,” Charles McCartha’s “Run to the Stable” featuring Kathye Osborne on flute, John Leavitt’s “The Coventry Carol,” and Chris Pillsbury’s “A Celtic French Carol.”

Larry Gillum, the Community Church’s wonderful organist, will add that final ingredient to make this a program to remember. His improvisations on Christmas carols are something the congregation eagerly looks forward to each Sunday in Advent.

The program will end with an audience carol sing, and the Singers will bring the entire afternoon of music to a close with F Melius Christiansen’s “Beautiful Savior.”

So, mark your calendars and join us on Saturday, December 2nd, at 2:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary of the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Avenue, for this perfect way to start off the season of Advent and Christmas. The concert is free, but donations are greatly appreciated.

Coming December 16: A Cowboy Brad Christmas Show

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The Estes Park American Legion presents “A Cowboy Brad Christmas Show” on December 16 at 6 p.m. and on December 17 at 2 p.m. Get in the spirit of the holiday season and join him for this Colorado/Rocky Mountain-style holiday concert.

The Legion, at 850 N. St. Vrain Ave.,

supports veterans as well as the community at large. Open to the public, their “Listening at the Legion” concert series presents high quality live music that is open and welcoming to the public.

More information, including how to purchase advance tickets, is available at legionlisten.org.

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“Christmas Stories In Song” Chorale Concert Coming Soon

Estes Park Senior Citizens Center Menu Nov 27 – Dec 1 Monday, Nov 27 Tuesday, Nov 28

Hot Turkey Sandwich w/ Mashed Potatoes, gravy & vegetables Carne Asada (skirt steak, marinated & grilled) w/ Corn Tortillas, Rice, Refried Beans, guacamole & sour cream Wednesday, Nov 29Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich w/ Potato Salad Thursday, Nov 30 BBQ Platter (Pulled Pork & Beef Brisket) w/ Baked Beans, Corn Bread & coleslaw Friday, Dec 1 Signature Salad w/ Grilled Shrimp (8) (greens topped w/ tomatoes, corn cheese, craisins, pecans & croutons) w/ ranch dressing

Dec 4 - 8

The Estes Park Chorale, under the direction of Artistic Director Denise Stookesberry, will present its annual Holiday Concert on Saturday, December 16th. “Christmas Stories in Song” will present many traditional Christmas songs that we all love, and gives the audience the stories behind the carols.

The concert will take place at 2:00 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church of the Rockies. Tickets are $10.00 each, and can be purchased at the door or from any Chorale member. Slightly different arrangements of such familiar tunes as “The First Noel” and “We Wish You A Merry Christmas” will truly help the

Estes Park community immerse itself into the holiday season.

Many soloists and instrumentalists will also be featured. A new Simpatica Vocals Quartet contributes a series of special numbers, all in traditional familiar arrangements. Alfred Burt, Kirby Shaw and John Rutter have contributed their own special interpretations in their arrangements of traditional Christmas carols. Please watch for more in-depth coverage of the features of this special concert, and join us on December 16th to help celebrate “Christmas Stories in Song.”

Brad Fitch And Mark Rashid To Perform At American Legion

On December 2 at 6:30 p.m., Estes Park-based celebrities Brad Fitch and Mark Rashid will perform an all-originals concert at the American Legion, 850 N. St. Vrain Ave. This show will

chiefly feature songs from their three duo albums. It is sure to be a joyful and memorable experience.

Tickets ($20) are available via legionlisten.org and in person at the American Legion bar.

Monday, Dec 4

Chicken Breast stuffed w/ apples & Roasted Potatoes

Tuesday, Dec 5

Quiche (w/ bacon & vegetables), Homemade Chips & fruit

Wednesday, Dec 6 Country Fried Chicken w/ Mashed Potatoes, gravy & vegetables Thursday, Dec 7

Meat Lasagna w/ garlic bread & side salad

Friday, Dec 8

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

Meals are $7 for current 2023 EP Senior Citizens Center members and are by reservation only. (Or 3 meals for $20; use pre-paid meal tickets.) Exact cash or check payment required. Reservations must be made by 1:00 PM at least one business day in advance. Note, if you want to reserve a meal for Monday, Nov 27th, you need to call before 1:00 PM on Wednesday, Nov 22nd. For reservations call 970-581-2195 and leave a detailed message. Pre-paid meal tickets and membership forms are available at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center located at 1760 Olympian Lane.

The Center is OPEN Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10-1; Tuesday 10-2 TriFit M-W-F 10:30-11:15 AM; Circuit Balance Class Mondays 1-1:45 PM Yoga T-T 10:15-11:15 AM; Fluid Movement & Balance Class Tuesdays 2-2:45 PM Mahjong Tuesdays 10 – 2; Board Games 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 11:30-1:30 Live Music & Presentations Tuesday @ 12:00 – 1:30 (TBA) Two Bridge Groups: 1st, 3rd, & 5th Wednesday of the month & Every Thursday 12:30 - 4 PM

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

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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library FALL HOURS Mondays - Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

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

Sundays, 1 - 5 p.m.

Special Hours Closed Thursday & Friday, November 23 & 24, for Thanksgiving KEY Ⓡ: Registration required. Visit estesvalleylibrary.org to sign up.

BOOKS & AUTHORS The Power of Women in Science Fiction: Author Talk with Naomi Alderman Ⓡ Thursday, November 30, 1 - 2 p.m., online Bestselling author Naomi Alderman

will discuss her new book, The Future, a dazzling tour de force about friends who plot a daring heist to save the world from greedy tech giants. Presented with the Library Speakers Consortium.

The Lager Queen of Minnesota: Author Talk with J. Ryan Stradal Ⓡ Thursday, November 30, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., Rock Cut Brewing Company “Pour one out” for one of the 2024 One Book One Valley finalists! Gather at Rock Cut Brewing Company for a virtual author talk with J. Ryan Stradal, who will join on the big screen. Enjoy casual conversation and bring your audience questions.

Let’s Talk World-Building: Author Talk with Victoria Aveyard Ⓡ Tuesday, December 5, 5 - 6 p.m., online Young adult fantasy fiction author Victoria Aveyard will chat with us about her two bestselling series: Realm Breaker and Red Queen. Presented with the Library Speakers Consortium.

ALL AGES Sunsets & Galaxies with Alcohol Ink Ⓡ Tuesday, November 28, 5:30 - 7 p.m., Makerspace Use alcohol ink to paint a beautiful sunset or galaxy night sky, then add a frame of local landscapes (wildlife and mountains). Recommended for adults and teens.

Custom, Organizable Journals Ⓡ Thursday, November 30, 10:30 a.m. 12 p.m., Makerspace Build a journal with binder rings so you can add or remove paper and organize your recordings. Then, use the laser cutter to add a custom design to the cover. Recommended for adults and teens.

Cozy Gnome Plushies Ⓡ Tuesday, December 5, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., Makerspace Snuggle up with your own adorable little gnome! We’ll teach you how to use a sock and other fun items to craft a cozy friend. Recommended for adults and teens.

Hot Chocolate Art & Tasting Ⓡ Thursday, December 7, 2 - 3:30 p.m., Hondius Room Make a tasty creation with hot chocolate! We’ll be crafting and snacking

during this festive program. All ages welcome.

3D LED Snowflakes Ⓡ Thursday, December 7, 5:30 - 7 pm., Makerspace repeated Friday, December 8, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., Makerspace Craft 3D snowflakes using fairy lights, paper bags, and even a self-timer so they’ll last through the winter season.

Recommended for adults and teens.

ADULTS Write-In! Ⓡ Tuesday, November 28, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Wasson Room Meet and write alongside other local authors. Refreshments provided.

The Israel-Hamas War: History, Context, & Implications with Professor Hilary Kalisman Ⓡ Monday, December 4, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Hondius Room & online CU Boulder professor Hilary Kalisman will join us to discuss context and history between the Israel-Hamas war, the implications of the current conflict, and what the future might hold for the region.

Beyond Introvert & Extrovert: How the MBTI Tool Can Work For You Ⓡ Saturday, December 9, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m., Wasson Room The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a tool that gives people insight into certain observable patterns of personality differences. Join certified MBTI practitioner Joanna Stensland for an interactive workshop that will define your personality type and how to live and work more harmoniously with others.

TEENS & KIDS Book vs. Movie Club: Because of Winn-Dixie Ⓡ Saturday, November 25, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m., Hondius Room Book or movie—which did you like best? We’ll discuss the book, then watch the movie adaptation. Snacks and drinks provided.

Lego Club Ⓡ Saturday, November 25, 3 - 4 p.m., Hondius Room Explore different building and engineering challenges with Legos. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Young Chautauqua Club Ⓡ Thursday, November 30, 4 - 5:30 p.m., Hondius Room repeated Thursday, December 7, 4 - 5:30 p.m., Hondius Room What is Young Chautauqua, and how can you be a part of it? Teacher and facilitator Katherine Dumont will lead participants through research about the life, words, and mannerisms of a historical character. Young Chautauqua Club culminates in live, costumed performances in late February.

Sew Your Own Pajama Pants Ⓡ Saturday, December 2, 2 - 4 p.m., Makerspace repeated Tuesday, December 12, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m., Makerspace

Use tools and equipment in the Makerspace to make a pair of festive pajama pants! All skill levels welcome.

Artwork Wednesday: Ornaments Ⓡ Wednesday, December 6, 5 - 6 p.m., Makerspace Experiment with different art mediums and styles to decorate your own ornaments! All art skill levels welcome.

Teen Advisory Council Ⓡ Thursday, December 7, 6 - 7 p.m., Hondius Room Monthly meeting for tweens and teens (ages 11-18) who would like to recommend ideas for library programming, design for future teen space, and collection purchases for their age group.

KIDS & FAMILIES Library Storytimes Babies: Thurs., Fri., & Sat. at 10 a.m.

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

Playtime with Blocks & Coloring: Sat., November 25 at 10 a.m.

Read to Therapy Dog Bo: Tues., December 5 at 10 a.m.

Read to Therapy Dog Annie: Wed., December 6 at 4 p.m.

Storybook Explorers - Little Snowflake: Sat., December 9 at 11:15 a.m.

Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Write Their Adventure Wednesday, November 29, 4:30 - 5 p.m., Children’s Room Bring a stuffed animal for 25 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and movement to wind down from the day, and write a story about what mischief might occur overnight in the library.

Holiday Bilingual Storytime Friday, December 1, 4 - 5 p.m., Hondius Room Acompáñanos a leer una historia de Navidad y a hacer manualidades, mientras aprendemos nuevas palabras en español, escuchamos música y compartimos con otros amigos y amigas. Join us to read a holiday story and do crafts while we learn new words in Spanish, listen to music, and meet new friends.

MAKERSPACE CLASSES Learn the 3D Printer Ⓡ Monday, November 27, 5:30 - 7 p.m.

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

Learn the Laser Cutter Ⓡ Monday, December 4, 5:30 - 7 p.m.

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

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY FOUNDATION Cliffhanger Used Books Cliffhanger Used Books, located next to the Post Office, is operated by the Friends of the Library Foundation, offering gently-used books, movies, and music at discount prices. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

KEY Ⓡ: Registration required.

Visit estesvalleylibrary.org to sign up.

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Winner’s Float Design Comes To Life At This Year’s Catch The Glow Parade In September, the Estes Valley Library and Michael Young, Creative Director for the Catch the Glow Parade, joined forces to host a float design competition for this year’s event.

One lucky youth designer would get to see their miniature creation come to life as a full-scale masterpiece. The contest received twenty entries, all of which were creative, impressive, and quite fes“Leonardo is one talented six-year-old!” commented tive!

Young. “It was so fun to hear him explain what each eleThe Library and Young ment was after I replicated his concept.” are delighted to announce Leonardo Kabealo as the day, November 24. winner of this year’s competition.

“Leonardo is one talented six-yearKabealo’s design features several decoold!” commented Young. “It was so fun to hear him explain what each element was after I replicated his concept.”

Many of the contest entries were designed using materials from the library’s Makerspace, while others were crafted at the Estes Park Elementary School and at home. The final float is sponsored by the Estes Valley Library.

“We received really amazing – and adorable – submissions this year,” added Seph Reed, Tech Arts Librarian. “It was a ton of fun from beginning Kabealo and his family joined Michael during parade prep last week for a sneak peek. The Kabealo family will to end. Seeing Leonardo's design rolling in the pabe riding on the float during the parade this Friday, Norade will definitely be the vember 24. star atop the tree!”

Thank you to our community of talrated trees, life-size sparkly pipe cleanented youngsters for their ideas and creers, and a giant red heart.

Kabealo and his family joined Michael ations. Join us for more fun, available during parade prep last week for a sneak throughout the season and beyond, in the Makerspace: peek. The Kabealo family will be riding estesvalleylibrary.org/maker. on the float during the parade this Fri-

Musical Christmas Show Coming Next Weekend When it comes to holiday music that Mean One, Mr. Grinch.” puts smiles on faces, the cast of “A MusiThe audience will hear the entrancing cal Christmas to Remember” has voice of Valerie Dascoli as she sings “Let planned something for everyone’s enjoy- There Be Peace.” There will be duets and ment. other pieces perYoungsters will formed by the get a real kick entire cast, and out of seeing the audience. people who norAnd, of course, mally roam the there will be lots halls at school of fun interperform on spersed in the stage. Superinshow. Show Ditendent Ruby rector Julie Bode and Phares is bringTeacher Jan Mcing long-time Cown are residents and among the feapast Fine Arts tured performGuild performers ers for the Fine Jan McCown Eric and Suzy Arts Guild of the Blackhurst to the Rockies’ final stage to provide production of its holiday memo65th anniversary ries that music of year at 7 p.m. on the season inSaturday, Devokes. “That’s cember 2 and at what this is all 2 p.m. Sunday, about. Fun. MuDecember 3 on sic. And Memothe stage at the ries,” said Julie Estes Park High who for the secSchool Auditoond year is bringrium. ing together After years artists from past away from stages Estes Park shows in Estes Park, acto usher in the tor and singer holiday season.

David Czapp is Tickets for the back. His musishow that is precal talents will sented with mabe on display jor sponsorship when he perfrom SkyRun Vaforms the allcation Rentals are time seasonal fa$20 for adults; vorite, “The $17 for Seniors Christmas (62+); and $15 Song,” also for youth. There known as is no charge for “Chestnuts Fine Arts Guild Roasting by the members. Tickets Fire.” But the aucan be purchased dience, espeat Macdonald cially children, will enjoy his acting exBook Shop, at the door or online at pertise when he belts out, “You’re A FineArtsGuild.org.

Lovely Loch Lake

Kabealo’s design features several decorated trees, life-size sparkly pipe cleaners, and a giant red heart.

“One of my favorite parts about late fall through early spring hiking in RMNP is hiking across the frozen lakes. This photo is of hikers on the frozen Loch Lake. November 17.”

Photo and caption by Steph Abegg

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Quota’s Festival Of Trees Now Through December 17 Dunraven Restaurant for displaying all of the trees in their lobbies and helping with this fund-raising project. Thanks also goes to their amazing sponsors, The Dunraven, Estes Park Resort, The Estes Park News, Javier & Maria Gomez with RE/MAX Mtn Brokers, Avante Garde Aleworks, and Lori Smith with First Colorado Realty.

The trees will be available to view from now through December 17.

Members of Estes Park Quota invite you to their 2023 Festival of Trees in the lobbies of The Estes Park Resort and Dunraven Restaurant.

Fifty wonderful creations decorated by many local businesses, non-profit organizations and individuals are now set up for you to see. Browse the tables full of these beautifully decorated, themed trees, many with gift certificates and goodies attached.

Chances for winning these trees will be sold at the hotel front desk. Ticket prices are: 1 ticket for $1.00

Why not plan an outing to see these special trees and afterwards, have a meal or a beverage at Dunraven Restaurant, or make a weekend of it and book a stay at the Estes Park Resort!

Proceeds from the Festival of Trees go to the many community projects of Quota such as the Loan Closet, student grants, service to seniors, service to youth, help for disadvantaged women and children and much more!

The Festival of Trees is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season and get into the Christmas spirit.

Gail Albers Member for 26 years Why I love being a member of Quota: that’s an easy one, it’s the people, those in the club and the amazing members of this community that we have the honor of helping through our various fund raising projects! Quota does great things in the community for all ages, and for me that is important! Quota allows me to give back to the community it’s in so the look on a child’s face when they many different ways! put a couple of tickets in a holiday tree and their name is drawn as the Favorite memorable moment: That winner! Or maybe the restaurant one is a little more difficult because there are so many! It would include the owners, who gladly give of their time and delicious food to feed so many at look in a person’s eyes as they either check out equipment or bring it back to the Taste of Estes each year. All these the loan closet, as they are so apprecia- are memorable and speak to why I tive of the services we offer. Or perhaps love being a Quotarian!

If you are interested in becoming a member of Estes Park Quota or finding out more about it, please contact President Mary Murphy at 970-214-6350 or Gail Albers at 970-481-2372

6 tickets for $5.00 13 tickets for $10.00.

Purchase your tickets and write your full name and phone number on the back of the ticket.

Drop your tickets in the box next to your favorite tree for a chance to win it! The drawing for winners of the trees will be held on December 17 in the lobby of the Estes Park Resort at 3:00 p.m. Please note, if you win a tree, you will be responsible for picking it up. If you are not present, you will receive a phone call to arrange for pick-up of your tree.

Quota Club would like the thank The Estes Park Resort and

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Kraut Burgers Are Coming Soon!

Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church will hold their annual Advent Tea, Bazaar and Lunch on Saturday, December 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in their Christian Family Center on Highway 36 and 2nd Street.

A tea table with Christmas cookies, coffee and tea will be available for all to enjoy while shopping for baked goods, holiday decorations and their famous kraut burgers. The ladies from Bethesda will also have a variety of items for sale. You can call Cheryl Schutz at (970) 586-4714 to place advance orders of kraut burgers.

Lunch will be served from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and include your choice of a barbeque chicken sandwich or a kraut burger along with a salad, relishes, a dessert and a beverage.

The Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML) wishes to extend an invitation to everyone in the Estes Valley to join in the festivities.

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Hémėseestse Means “Let’s Eat” Enjoy a delicious indigenous-inspired menu, cultural performances, a participatory sweet grass offering, and a blessing by an Elder before you dive into a meal you will never forget. Mingle with our indigenous demonstrators, educators, and workshop teachers. Tickets are limited, be a part of this special event.

Hémėseestse! means, "Let's Eat" in the Cheyenne Language. Purchase your tickets to this special Indigenous-Inspired Dinner at Twin Owls Steakhouse which will take place on Friday, January 12, 2024. Enjoy amazing performances, a

participatory sweet grass offering, and a blessing by a Northern Cheyenne Elder before you dive into a meal you will never forget. Mingle with our indigenous demonstrators, educators, and workshop teachers. Tickets on sale soon and are limited.

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Cree Carrico To Perform At YMCA Of The Rockies On Sunday, December 3rd, Cree Carrico will present a Christmas Concert featuring a variety of classical, modern, and sing-a-long Christmas favorites beginning at 7:00 p.m. in Hyde Chapel. This concert is a part of the Chapel Ministry’s 2023 “Holiday in Hyde” Advent Celebration.

This performance is free and open to the public. A love offering will be collected.

Soprano Cree Carrico is “a notably versatile performer” and “sensational actress” who is continuously praised by critics for her “crystal clarity at the center of every note” making it “hard to watch anyone else when she’s on stage.” As a lead interpreter of 20th and 21st century works, Carrico collaborates closely with a number of composers and librettists and performs in many premières of contemporary pieces, including the New York première of Jake Heggie’s monodrama At the Statue of Venus.

A member of Actor’s Equity, Cree earned her union card as an ensemble member in the New York Philharmonic’s performance of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Carousel, sharing the stage with Nathan Gunn, Kelli O’Hara, and Stephanie Blythe. She was also seen in

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Sunrise Rotary Club Members Turn Out In Numbers To Support Golden Antler Nominees On November 16th, Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary club members turned out to support several of their own members who were nominated for the Golden Antler Award.

Yowell is Sunrise Rotary programs director.

Sunrise Rotarian and Golden Antler Emcee, Scott Applegate, recognized the

Sunrise Rotarians at the Golden Antler Award (Bank of Estes Park/Courtesy Photo) Scott (in memoriam) and Katie Webermeier shared the 2023-2024 Bank of Estes Park Golden Antler Award win in a tie with Randall (Randy) Mahary of The Village Thrift Shop. Scott Webermeier was a founding member of Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary.

Part of the award was that the winner could select a local non-profit to receive a grant from the bank, and Katie chose EP Learning Place to receive the $3,000 grant. EP Learning Place Director Sue

second and third runners up: Bill Howell (Sunrise Rotary President-Elect) as second runner-up; and Leslie Glover (Past President) as third runner-up.

To describe the good that the winners and the other nominees have accomplished in our community would take all day. Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary club is truly fortunate with so many amazing members doing so many wonderful things—and it was our honor and privilege to support them at this inaugural event. Congratulations to our Sunrise Rotarians who put “Service above Self ” in our community.

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Find Hope And Help At The Hope Center Maria Medina is excited to share the news that she is starting a free support group called, The Hope Center.

The Hope Center will meet at Falcon Ridge, 1629 Soaring Circle, every Wednesday evening from 6-7 p.m.

Topics at the group meeting will be: 1. Where do you see yourself in three months?

2. What are the ways to forgive people?

3. Dealing with anger.

4. Dealing with change.

5. Courage to change.

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8. Gratitude. What are you grateful for?

9. Denial.

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CARRI’s Speaker Series On Kestrels Female American Kestrel with prey.

Photo by Scott Rashid

By: Colorado Avian Research Inst.

Come join members of CARRI for our third presentation in our Winter Speaker Series. On Wednesday, November 29th members of CARRI will present a program on North America’s smallest falcon, the American Kestrel. The presentation will be held at the Estes Park Community Center at 6:30 p.m.

These small falcons have been in decline for years. During this program we will discuss the reasons for the species decline and what we are doing as an organization to help the birds increase their numbers. American Kestrels are secondary cavity nesters, which means that they need to nest in a cavity but are unable to create one themselves.

Because American Kestrels use cavities and nest boxes to raise their young, members of CARRI and their volunteers have built and placed more than 180 nest boxes for these diminutive predators.

These boxes are placed on both private and public properties. Several of these boxes have live cameras within.

By monitoring the cameras our researchers can identify almost every aspect of the American Kestrel’s courtship and nesting activities. We have been able to identify the various prey items that American Kestrels consume.

During the American Kestrel presentation, you will see never before seen videos and photographs of these small raptors’ courtship activities, feeding their young, the growth of the young and what the young do after they leave their nests.

To learn about these wonderful little birds of prey and attend our presentation you can purchase tickets online at www.carriep.org/presentations or purchase them at the at the Estes Park Community Center, 660 Community Drive the evening of the program.

Be a point of light in our community

November 17 - December 12 The Estes Valley Board of Realtors invites you to participate in our “Ignite Others” gingerbread bread decorating contest. Our theme for 2024 is Ignite Others-be a point a light in your community. Because our organization is passionate about providing housing opportunities for all individuals we are partnering with the Estes Park Housing Authority. The completed gingerbread houses will be displayed in the lobby of the US Bank building and you can purchase chances to win of the houses and be entered in a contest at the end for a $100 gift card. Each vote costs $1. Call our office for more details 970-586-6628

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Founder’s and President’s Awards. These prestigious awards were presented Thursday, November 16 at Kampgrounds of America, Inc.’s Annual International Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The KOA Founder’s Award, named in honor of Dave Drum, who founded KOA on the banks of the Yellowstone River in Billings, Montana in 1962, is KOA’s highest service award. It is awarded exclusively to those KOA campground owners and managers who attain world-class scores in both customer service and the KOA Quality Review.

The KOA President’s Award is presented to those campgrounds meeting exceptional quality standards and who receive high customer service scores from their camping guests. KOA surveys hundreds of thousands of campers each year regarding their KOA camping experience.

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These award-winning KOA owners have made the right investments in their campgrounds and their staff to provide the best outdoor experience in North America.”

Campers are an enthusiastic group of travelers with growing expectations, according to recent research conducted by Kampgrounds of America, Inc. The company’s research found that 53% of campers had already booked at least one camping trip for 2024 compared to just 13% of leisure travelers. This enthusiasm could be tied to the satisfaction campers experienced during their camping trips this year; 58% of campers state that their 2023 trips thus far have exceeded expectations.

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Coming Soon!

“Magic Of Masks” The Art Center of Estes Park is sponsoring a community mask challenge again this year!

Who can enter?

Community members (ages 5 to 105) as well as Art Center artists and members.

Only one entry per person.

The “Magic of Masks” will take place February 10-March 11. The opening reception will be Saturday, February 10, 2024, 2-4 p.m., mask awards at 3:30 p.m. To participate in the mask challenge artists need to come to the Art Center, complete an entry form and pay an entry fee of $20. In return they will receive an pre-drilled, 8”x 10” stamped canvas with hanging wire

• For a mask to be considered for an award the following critera must be followed: • Masks must be mounted on the 8”x10” stretched Art Center canvas. Any items (ribbons or bows or feathers) cannot hang more 1.5” off the canvas.

Make sure all embellishments are securely attached.

• Any media is fine 2D or 3D, fiber, wood, plaster (anything like a nose can project forward more than 1.5”) if the mask can hang on the wall.

• Canvases will be “ready to hang,” predrilled with hardware, so you can choose to hang it horizontally or vertically. You attach the hanging

and eye hooks. Finished masks, mounted on the canvas, must be delivered the the Art Center on February 3, 4, or 5th to be judged. Awards will given!

• Register for the “Magic of Masks”

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• All masks MUST be for sale! (suggested $20-$200) • All masks will be hung but to qualify for an award the criteria above must be followed.

• The Estes Library Makers Space has set aside time for mask makers to come and work at the library. See below • January 4, January 11, and January 16 from 5:30 to 7:00. Eight participants can be in a class. Pick up your canvas at the Art Center before you go to Makers Space. Scholarships are available. Make a reservation by calling Estes Valley Library or getting online.

If you have any questions, please call Pauline at 506-3100 or email pmbheart@yahoo.com Mask Show is partially funded by the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado. The grant was recommended by the Estes Valley Community Fund Committee.

challenge starting December 1, at the Art Center, open Friday-Monday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Every participant must complete an entry form. We must have the name, address, phone, family email and age (students only) to inform participants of any updates.

• Some scholarships are available from Pauline-303-506-3100- You will be given an entry number to receive a scholarship.

Próximamente!

“La Magia De Las Máscaras” The Art Center of Estes Park está nuevamente patrocinando un desafío comunitario de máscaras este año!

Quién puede participar?

Miembros de la comunidad (edades 5 a 105) al igual que artistas y miembros del Centro de Arte.

Sólo una entrada por persona.

“La Magia de las Máscaras” tendrá lugar de Febrero 10-Marzo 11. La Recepción de apertura es el Sábado, Febrero 10, 2024, 2-4 pm, premiación de Máscaras a las 3:30p.m.

Para participar en el desafío de máscaras, los artistas necesitan acudir al

• Máscaras deben estar montadas en el lienzo de 8”x10” proporcionado por el Centro de Arte. Cualquier elemento (listones, moños o plumas) no puede colgar más de 1.5” fuera del liezo. Asegúrese de que todo esté bien sujeto.

• Cualquier medio es acceptable 2D o 3D, fibras, madera, yeso (cualquier cosa, como la nariz, puede sobresalir hasta 1.5”) si la máscara se puede colgar en la pared.

• Lienzos estarán listos para colgarlos, preperforados con lo necesario, tú decides la orientación horizontal o vertical. Tú instalas el cable para colgar.

• Todas las máscaras deben ser para venta!

Photos shown are last year’s entries (precios recomendados $20-$200) • Se colgarán todas las máscaras, pero para calificar para un premio se deben seguir los criterios anteriores.

• The Estes Library Makers Space ha reservado tiempo para que los fabricantes de máscaras vengan a trabajar a la biblioteca.

Vea abajo: • 4, 11, y 16 de Enero de 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Ocho participantes pueden acudir por Centro de Arte, completar una forma de clase. Recoge tu liezo en el Centro de entrada y pagar la inscripción de $20. A Arte antes de ir al Makers Space. Hay cambio recibirán un lienzo estampado y becas disponibles. Reserva llamando a la pre-perforado de 8”x 10” con alambre y Biblioteca de Estes Valley o conectánganchos para colgar. Máscaras completas, montadas en el linezo, deben ser entregadas en el Centro de Arte el 3, 4, or 5 de Febrero para ser calificadas. ¡Se entregarán premios!

• Inscríbete para el desafío de “La Magia de las Máscaras” empezando el 1ro de Diciembre, en el Centro de Arte, abierto de Viernes-Lunes 11-5pm • Cada participante debe completar una forma de entrada.

Debemos tener el nombre, domicilio, teléfono, correo electrónico, familiar y edad (solo estudiantes) para informar a los participantes sobre dose en línea. cualquier actualización.

Si tienes preguntas, por fa• Algunas becas están vor llama a Pauline al 506disponibles por medio 3100 o por correo pmbde Pauline-303-506heart@yahoo.com 3100- Se te dará un Mask Show está parcialnúmero de inscripción mente financiado por Compara recibir una beca. munity Foundation of North• Para que una Máscara sea considerern Colorado. La donación fue ada para un premio, se deben seguir esrecomendada por Estes Valley Commutos criterios: nity Fund Committee.

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Local Songwriting Retreat Featured In New Documentary This past January, songwriters of all levels and backgrounds came together to create time, space, intention, and community for the UpStream Songwriting Retreat in Estes Park and Lyons, CO. Local filmmaker and longtime employee of Nick Mollé Productions, Sean Doherty, set out to tell the story of this magical gathering of musicians in his new 30minute documentary that is now available to stream for free on the Rocky Mountain Channel. Through interviews and a “fly on the wall” approach to filmmaking, Sean was able to get to the root of what songwriting and this retreat means to the visiting musicians and songwriting coaches.

“While filming this, I was truly inspired by what I saw through my camera lens the music, the stories and the amazing group of songwriters that came together this past January to collaborate and form bonds over music. I’m excited to share this wonderful documentary with everyone that I believe artfully explores the creative process of songwriting.” says

filmmaker Sean Doherty.

“Sean was able to slip in amongst songwriters and capture raw moments of them bearing their vulnerability. He also knew how to tap into the essence of what songwriting really means to the people who do it and how it extends beyond the writer and act of writing the song. The UpStream Songwriting Retreat is a special communion of songwriters that is difficult to explain to others to convey how incredibly beautiful it is. We finally have this medium to share. It is the closest we can bring people who aren't participants. Sean's process of gathering what he observed without critique, filtering through to find what expressed the story he wanted to share, editing out what didn't serve the telling, then sharing with the world so they can feel something is just like songwriting. Watch this short film, and you will indeed feel something, and maybe if you never wrote a lyric in your life, you will now.” says the organizer and founder of the UpStream Songwriting Retreat, Nadine Sekerez.

‘UpStream Songwriting Retreat’ documentary features interviews and music

from Clay Rose (Gasoline Lollipops), Daniel Rodriguez (singer/songwriter and founding member of Elephant Revival), Phoebe Hunt (singer/songwriter and fiddle player), Charlie Rose (producer and member of Elephant Revival), Nadine Sekerez (founder of Upstream Songwriting Retreat, singer/songwriter and member of Lost Penny), Nick Mollé and more.

‘Upstream Songwriting Retreat’ documentary is available to stream for free on the Rocky Mountain Channel. You can find it on the web at www.rockymountainchannel.com or download the app onto your phone or smart TV (Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, and Android TV).

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Giving Thanks By: Brian Schaffer

It’s the week of Thanksgiving and we have so much to be thankful for. Earlier this year when I was recovering from a fall off the roof, I was thankful for first responders that came to my aid and took me to a medical center where I was quickly diagnosed and cared for. The recovery was painful, but in the midst of this daily struggle I was so thankful for a loving wife that continually cared for me until I got better. The love of the community filled my heart with deep gratitude as I experienced firsthand the tangible expression of many people providing support for me in my time of need. And then just recently with my mother’s passing, there was another outpouring of love and concern from a multitude of caring individuals as I carried a heavy heart from the sorrow and grief of losing her. It’s the relationships that have formed in my life that I’m most thankful for this year. Whether it’s in my neighborhood, at Crossroads, in the firehouse, the church body, or amongst close friends and family members, I’m just blown away by how God has arranged this beautiful support structure in my life. We’re truly better together!

At Crossroads, we do all that we possibly can to ensure no one is on the journey alone. We are constantly making connections with the neighbors we serve through our services. We believe in the personal touch that comes with being extra friendly, genuinely loving and compassionately kind. It’s just the way we roll at Crossroads! I trust you’re planning to get together with others this week to celebrate Thanksgiving and all that comes with this. If not, let us know.

One of our neighbors that we have relationship with is organizing a sit down dinner for the people who live around her. We’re providing most of the food, but she and her friends are doing all the relationship building to make this happen. In addition to this, we were privileged to give over 150 boxes of groceries that are specifically filled with things needed for a Thanksgiving meal. These boxes are valued at over $100, so thank you to everyone who gives to Crossroads to make this a reality. Debra and her crew of volunteers pull this off with ease

and it has become a big hit in our town.

In addition to providing these boxes for pick up at Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church, we delivered them to our Meals on Wheels participants through a valiant effort put forth from our staff coordinator, Michelle Purdy.

While all of this was going on, we had people meeting with our Client Advocate, Jess Borries, who works diligently

to ensure everyone is in a warm and safe place for the winter months. We would like to think everyone is “Too Blessed to be Stressed,” but it’s not always the case when you’re struggling with real life issues. Jess and Eva meet people where they’re at and help them get to a better place in life. Speaking of Eva Bañuelos, she has been working with Dave Thomas this fall in launching a wonderful learning experience for people who want to learn Spanish and English together. It’s the Charla-Chat! She is inviting Spanish speakers and English speakers to get together and explore each other’s native tongue. It’s been a very successful venture and I’m very thankful for this to be happening at Crossroads.

Just a few more things and I’ll be done.

In the last week, we had registration going on for Bright Christmas who is getting everything lined up for kids in our community to receive gifts this Christmas. And while we had 40 families signing up one day for this, we pulled off a board meeting and a donor reception with the United Way of Larimer County.

The next day we had our friendly Medicare specialist in the house helping people navigate this process. We are extremely grateful for Judy Brannon and what she does for our neighbors who are exploring Medicare options. What we’ve envisioned for Crossroads to be in the community is becoming a reality each and every day as we are helping people navigate life’s journey and making sure they have what they need to experience the best life possible. Thank you for partnering with us in making a difference where we live! Happy Thanksgiving!

Three Majors By: Judi Smith

There are, as defined by the United Nations, three paths to sustainability. However, choosing one is not an option. To be considered truly sustainable, a community of any size or type must address all three – simultaneously and successfully and all three are intertwined to achieve the interdependent goal. Having a well-balanced economy allows the expenditure of funds invested in ecological improvements and social stability. Social stability, including the availability of a robust and diverse education, is an asset to the overall economy. Ecological endeavors, open and readily available to everyone, improve health and welfare throughout the populace.

It is better to spend to maintain good health than to chase after the problems that are pursuant to ignoring the development of advisable habits along the way.

There have been, in the past 12 months, and, truly, for a while prior to that, some serious social challenges, some economic surprises that made life difficult, and some ecological threats to our very existence. Without a clear-cut solution, it is tempting to let someone else resolve these issues, but if we do not all contribute to the solution, then we will all suffer the consequences.

Economically, it is difficult to adjust to the sudden and sustained rise in inflation. Partly due to inflation and partly due to ecological improvements, utility costs have been skyrocketing. Beyond that, prices have been increasing on just about everything. When you consider the costs of doing business, this is understandable. As inflation rises, staff wages must keep pace to allow employees to cover their rising expenses. The cost of property ownership and maintenance has increased. We all know that interest rates are up. Taxes increase Jan 1 with the new evaluations. After the fires in Boulder County, Colorado insurance has elevated drastically – if you can find it.

With retirements during COVID came increased employee benefits and understaffing, both in manufacture and in distribution. As well as raising costs, this also causes shipping delays. Even if you shop locally; even if you shop for locally manufactured goods; the cost of shipping raw materials (and the incurred delays awaiting delivery) still affects the eventual price. It is a fact of life. Prices

must rise to cover the cost of rising prices.

Ecologically, we are really in a pickle.

The curve is exceeding the prediction and we may not have as long as we thought to control the greenhouse gas accumulation that is warming the Earth.

Both energy sources and pollution from mis-managed waste must be controlled more promptly than once believed – as recently as last year. The Arctic and Antarctic ice is melting. The rivers are running dry. Respiratory conditions like asthma and COPD are becoming increasingly prevalent. Even in the Estes Valley, some days are worse than others.

Air filters have become a common place household appliance. Air monitors are also gaining in popularity.

IQAir now posts results from seven locations in Estes. (Prepandemic it was three.)

The readings in Estes do not sound high, but they are well above what they were years ago. We too are caught in the trend. Last Sunday, Estes, Chicago, and San Francisco all had a reading of 12. Washington DC posted a 53. The highest major city (worldwide) in 2023 reading was 322 in Delhi, India. The 2022 highest was 173, signifying an 86% increase. But the Earth is in this together. It is something we cannot ignore.

Socially, people are losing faith, faith in the system, faith in each other, and faith in themselves. Too many do not believe that they can – so they do not try anymore. Reminiscent of the 60s, after the shootings of JFK, George Wallace, Bobby Kennedy, and Martin Luther King, some young adults are questioning bringing children into this world.

Ecology and economics are also a part of this concern. Hope is very important to success. Success I important to happiness.

Our Constitution guarantees our citizens the right to pursue happiness.

However, that is not the same as guaranteeing happiness. If we define happiness as the attainment of personal goals, then it is imperative that we continue to set goals, including intermediary goals, to remind us of our successes along the way. It is our responsibility as a community to be sure there is opportunity for those willing to attempt to chase their goals. And we must take advantage of all opportunities to encourage all individuals to believe it is possible to succeed.

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Flatirons Church Invites All To Attend By: Larry Yarrington

The teaching was from the lead youth pastor, Ben Chavez. The key passage of scripture was taken from Isaiah. “1 Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD has risen upon you. 2 For behold, darkness shall cover the earth, and thick darkness the peoples; but the LORD will arise upon you, and his glory will be seen upon you. 3 And nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. Isaiah 60:1-3.

Prophecy is an interesting kind of writing because the prophecy may happen almost immediately or far in the futured, Often both. In application, it may also be

seen as to apply to those who claim to be in Christ in the present period. Ben chose to use it in the present tense and asked us to go a little deeper in our understanding of light and darkness. Jesus uses this same illustration in His sermon on the mount in Mathew 6:13-14. As Jesus was speaking, a view of a city on the other side of the Sea of Galilee was noticeable as Jesus spoke. It was high on a hill giving light to all who would look.

The audience would immediately relate.

Jesus goes on to say we are to be light in a world that is dark.

The question that comes to my mind is how to be more effective in how I do that? We are all individuals with different gifts so the light we will shine can come in different forms. Some may be megawatts that light up a large area and some may be a small lamp the shines only in our little part of the world. Ben illustrated that by turning all lights off for a minute and then switching on a small lamp, which penetrated only a small portion of the auditorium. Then after another minute turned on the lights which did penetrate all areas not shadowed by some object.

As I listened to the message, I began to ask myself, what areas of my life am I not showing the light of Jesus. I am an edu-

cator, but it is rarely my erudition that brings the light of Christ into the lives of others. It is easy to substitute enlightenment with being a light. We may even be forceful enough that others’ silence seems to affirm my brightness, when they are merely confused. They are still in darkness because the light they need I may not be able to offer. It is in listening that I can determine whether my idea of light is the light they need. It could be the wrong timing, or they may be people to which I cannot bring light. It takes prayer and much listening to determine whether or how I might bring light into another’s life.

Ben also called our attention to the fact

that we can get so busy being a light in the world that we neglect being a light to those closest to us. It might be a brother or sister, or my child, or a spouse. It might be someone I met in the grocery store. Am I light in the moment to those who may be right next to me, and I do not notice, or even care.

The thought is convicting but not condemning. I am forgiven. I do not do it out of guilt but because the Lord is transforming my heart. In fact, the conviction causes tears to form in my eyes when I realize my life can be so much more purposeful and impactful in others’ lives. All I must do is become more aware of people, begin a conversation, be a momentary friend to someone who has only loneliness in their life. That friendship may become a life-long relationship. Who knows. Well, God knows and arranges many divine appointments, if we will just be aware. This week, I am more committed than ever to reducing distractions and become like a city set of a hill that cannot be hidden. With God’s help, I will succeed.

If you do not have a church of your own, please visit us at the Reel Mountain Theater at 11 a.m. on Sundays. We would enjoy meeting you.

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The Power Of Thanksgiving By: Larry Strong

The words thanks or thanksgiving appear in the Bible more than 100 times.

While I won’t attempt to compete with that number in this short article I do appreciate the opportunity to extend many thanks to all who make our little band of brothers such a blessing.

Men on Fire was an inspiration from the Lord, so first and foremost I thank God for giving me the vision for our movement well over two years ago. I’ll be eternally grateful to Paul Capo and Aaron Scarborough for coming along side me in the very early days of forming the foundation of Men on Fire.

Thanks for giving me the support, encouragement and extra vision when MOF was nothing more than something we felt God had put on our hearts. I can humbly say, by God’s grace, many men’s lives have been positively impacted because of what the Lord continues to do through Men on Fire. May God continue to bless you and your families. I’m so proud to call you brothers and to be in the fight with you.

Needless to say, Men on Fire only happens because men show up. In our case, men not only show up, they make an unbelievable contribution. To the men who are with us literally every Saturday possible, I cannot thank you enough for your dedication. You support and help on all levels is huge. Thanks for your undying encouragement. Thanks also for your extra measure of pouring into other men. You’re making a difference and I’m grateful for how you’re allowing

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God to use you.

Thanks to all the men who carve out an occasional Saturday from your hectic schedules to join us. You have heard me say many times, “We’re blessed whenever you can make it.” Regardless of how frequently you’re able to come on Saturday morning, we value and appreciate you! Each man brings a unique perspective and extra measure of encouragement.

There are also a significant number of men who support the MOF movement but are not able to be part of our Saturday gathering. These men pray, send notes of encouragement, spread the word and have helped with generous financial donations over the past two years. Keep the prayers coming guys! We value our partnership.

Speaking of financial generosity, I want to thank all those who have made significant contributions to help with our normal operation expenses. We never “strong arm” guys to pay for breakfast or help with our weekly event fee. We operate on voluntary donations and your generous financial gift helps cover the gap. I cannot tell you how thankful I am for you.

As we wrap up 2023, we look forward to what the Lord has in store for Men on Fire. While we will not be meeting this Saturday the 25th, we will be back at the American Legion on Saturday December 2nd. Come join us at 8:00 a.m., 850 N. St. Vrain. In the meantime, God bless and Happy Thanksgiving!

2024 Duck Race Seeks Participating Organizations

Calling all Estes Valley nonprofit charities and organizations that would like to share the proceeds of the 2023 Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Festival! Now’s the time to step up, ask your members if they will sell Duck Adoption Forms, and submit paperwork for consideration by the Rotary Duck Race Festival organizations committee.

Invitations to participate were electronically mailed to past and potential participating organizations on November 2, 2023 according to Scott Robbins, Big Duck for the 2024 Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Festival. Groups that have not received this invitation but would like to participate are encouraged to submit an application for consideration. The deadline for organizations to apply is Monday, January 1, 2024.

All applications for the 2024 Rotary Duck Race must be filed online at www.epduckrace.org/organizationsignup.

“Proceeds from the duck race have grown significantly in the past two years.

This is largely due to the online adoption process and the ability to have the race in the river. We are looking forward to making the 2024 Duck Race the best one yet,” says Big Duck Scott Robbins. “As with last year, we will be doing adoptions exclusively online. Since promotional materials containing the names of all participating organizations will be printed very soon after the January 1 application deadline, nonprofit charities and organizations should submit the application soon to ensure they will be included.”

Charities and organizations that have been approved as Participating Organizations for the 2024 race can launch their Duck Adoption sales campaigns after the official kickoff of the 2024 race in late February 2024. Sales can be conducted online through the duck race website and Facebook. The race committee strongly encourages participating organizations to use their own websites, social media and email to extend their sales reach beyond the local community.

In 2023, a record 10,129 ducks swam in the race as a result of duck adoptions sold by participating organizations.

This year’s Duck Race Festival will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024. Exciting major cash and vacation stay prizes are planned in addition to hundreds of popular merchant-donated prizes. The 2022 event returned $192..... to 65 area organizations and groups. According to Big Duck Scott Robbins, due to the success of the race in 2023, we are pleased to announce that in 2024, beneficiary organizations will receive $23 from every $25 Duck Adoption sold! That is $1 more per adoption than has been possible in recent years.

Organizations will be selected for the 2024 Duck Race Festival based on the following criteria: 1. Previous adherence to expectations of being involved in the Duck Race.

2. Must have a local presence and be of benefit to the local community. Organizations and associations may either hold a valid 501(c)3 or 501(c)4 tax status with the US Internal Revenue Service or be deemed to benefit the local community.

3. Must agree to sell a minimum of $625 in duck adoptions.

4. Must provide one person to be a single point of contact between the duck race committee and the organization.

5. Must provide one adult volunteer to help with the race either on race day or prior to the race.

6. Participating organizations are strongly encouraged to participate in Race Day activities at the George Hix Plaza to promote the festival as well as their organization.

“We hope to hear from new organizations as well as those that have been helped by the race in the past 35 years,” said Larry Williams, 2024 Rotary Duck Race Festival Organization Chairperson.

“The Duck Race Festival is a great community event. Being part of it can be fun and profitable for our participating organizations. Working together, we can make 2024 a record year for our nonprofit charities and organizations!”

Interested organizations are invited to apply at www.epduckrace.org/organization-signup. For additional information, please contact Larry Williams at organizations@epduckrace.org.

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David John Price David John Price, 73, of Fruita, CO, died suddenly on November 7, 2023.

He was born on September 29, 1950, to Claudia Claussen Price and William Kenneth “Ken” Price in Onawa, IA. The family moved to Orange City, a northwest Iowa community renowned for its Dutch heritage and annual Tulip Festival, in 1956. After graduating from Maurice-Orange City High School, Dave went on to earn a political science degree from Iowa State University and a master’s degree in outdoor recreation management from the University of Northern Colorado.

Dave’s professional journey was largely mapped by his love of the outdoors, his interest in protecting it and his desire to impart stewardship of nature to others. His long National Park Service career took him to several of America’s fabled parks, including Rocky Mountain, Everglades, Yellowstone and Colorado National Monument, his final career stop. Dave specialized in interpretation and resource management. He also rose to a high level in the incident command management ranks as he helped fight wildfires throughout the United States and Australia, notably the notorious 1988 Yellowstone conflagration.

He was a world traveler whose passport stamps included such exotic destinations as South Africa, Tanzania, New Zealand, Iceland, Cuba, Ecuador (Galapagos Islands) and Argentina.

He recently returned from a wildlife viewing expedition in Botswana. Birding was a favorite pastime, and he visited premier habitats, including Alaska’s Brooks Range, where he documented eagle nests. Dave shared his expertise with other bird watching buffs in Colorado’s Grand Valley, where he lived. The veteran adventurer also floated the West’s great rivers, climbed many of its tallest mountains, admired ancient archeology and took long backpacking trips.

Dave loved music, clogging, theater

productions and sports, especially Major League Baseball, attending western Colorado’s baseball Junior College World Series and pulling for the Iowa State Cyclones and his Hawkeye State hometown’s Northwestern College Red Raiders.

Dave Price was an exceptional friend to many and a loving brother to his three siblings. He was smart, funny, generous and loyal. Before joining the NPS, Dave served as program director for the YMCA of the Rockies’ Estes Park Center for two years. He previously had worked summers at the Colorado resort, where he was best known for leading guided Y hikes into the wilds of neighboring Rocky Mountain National Park. During those summers, he formed some of his most enduring friendships. Dave was a cherished member of a group of 1970s seasonal staffers and their significant others who annually get together in Estes Park to celebrate the fellowship old friends enjoy and repeat stories they told the year before. His trips back to the Midwest took him to delicious home-cooked meals, games of cards, story swapping and martinis sipped with his family. Dave’s passing leaves many holes that will never be filled.

He is survived by his brother Allen Price (Cherri), Sioux Falls, SD, and sisters Becky Williams (Larry), Columbia Falls, MT, and Penny Fee (Paul), Sioux City, IA. He was predeceased by his parents. A celebration of life will be held May 31-June 2, 2024, at Ponca State Park, Ponca, NE. Memorial contributions may be made to Greater Yellowstone Coalition, greateryellowstone.org; Grand Valley Audubon Society, www.audubongv.org; YMCA of the Rockies Endowment Fund, ymcarockies.org; National Public Radio, npr.org and The Nature Conservancy, preserve.nature.org.

Alpenglow on Longs Peak

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

Also Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Glen Haven Town Hall.

Early Worms Monday thru Saturday at 7:00 a.m.

(Tues., Thurs. & Saturday hybrid meetings with Zoom #796 839 839 PW:Worms20) at St. Bartholomew Church, 880 MacGregor Ave. Early Worms Women's Meeting 12 p.m. Mondays St. Bartholomew, 880 MacGregor Ave. Mixed Nuts Al-Anon Group We meet Friday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at St. Bartholomew Church. The meeting is hybrid with Zoom #285 426 3644 PW: serenity.

One Day at a Time Location: Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies 1700 Brodie Ave, Estes Park When: Tues and Thursday @ noon Alcoholics Anonymous Fall River Group, 453 West Elkhorn, Estes Park.

Current Schedule as of 8/13/2023 Monday 12 p.m. In Person at 453 West Elkhorn O, D Monday 7 p.m. Hybrid (In Person and Online) Zoom 654 598 884 O, BB Tuesday 12 p.m. Online Zoom 999 829 166 O, D Wednesday 12 p.m. Hybrid (In Person

and Online) Zoom 999 829 166 O, D Wednesday 7 p.m. Hybrid (In Person and Online) Zoom 999 829 166 O, D Thursday 12 p.m. Online Zoom 999 829 166 O, D Friday 12 p.m. Online Zoom 999 829 166 O, D Saturday 12 p.m. Hybrid (In Person and Online) Zoom 999 829 166 O, D Sunday 12 p.m. Online Zoom 999 829 166 O, D *Contribute via VENMO @SamuelCherman Other 12 Step Meetings Held at Fall River Group Thursday 7 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous “New Horizons” Group O, D Hybrid (In Person and Online) Zoom 705 555 830 **O=open to all D=discussion BB=Big Book Zoom Meetings-Everyday at noon Zoom #999 829 166 (no password needed).

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

Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Zoom #999 829 166 Online AA and NA Meetings at www.intherooms.com There are 70 AA Meetings and 30 NA Meetings a week.

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Hochstetler Resorts Housekeepers Needed year-round or seasonal positions available. For more information & to apply please contact Claudia at (970) 412-6618 or Lulu at (970) 324-1984 between the hours of 8am - 3pm.

YMca oF The rocKIes 2515 Tunnel road estes Park, colorado, 80511

Preschool and Toddler Teachers The Preschool and Toddler Teachers at Bennett Preschool are responsible for collaborating with co-teachers and the Preschool Director in teaching toddler and preschool age children using nature-based curriculum. $19 - $23/hour with full benefits, employee perks, and more!

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Looking for Line Cook/Baker.

Experienced Server.

Part-time/Full time Weekend availability.

Apply in store 207 Park Ln. Next to Bond Park.

Full-time Head Lifeguard Year-round, benefited position. Pay rate $18.00 -$20.00 per hour.

Support pool safety at the Recreation Center. Duties include lifeguarding, monitoring pool chemicals, teaching swim lessons, and supervision of lifeguards. The schedule will vary depending on business needs. Learn more about the position and apply on-line at evrpd.com.

Recreation Specialist – Full-time $17.00-$20.00 per hour Do you enjoy sports and interacting with people? In this position, you will plan and supervise adult and youth sports and recreation programs. To learn more about the position and to apply online go to evrpd.com.

Estes Valley Recreation and Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Light Maintenance • Snow Shoveling • Housekeeping • Hot Tub Service $18.00 to $20.00 per hour DOE Apply at, mail or email resume to: Fawn Valley Inn, 2760 Fall River Road, Estes Park, CO 80517 Email: Jamie@RockyMtnResorts.com

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Help Wanted Pharmacy Sales Clerk

estes Park, colorado, 80511

cooK $1500 sign-on bonus!

Training provided, minimum experience necessary. $18$20.15/hour with health benefits, discounted childcare, generous paid time off and vacation, and more great employee perks.

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Marina Assistant Manager, Full-time Benefited (8-month Season) Work seasonally from March through the end of October with pay earned during the season divided over 12 months. This position is responsible assisting the manager with day-to-day operations including supervision of staff, ensuring customer safety, collection of day use fees, Marina store operations and maintenance of equipment and grounds. We are looking for experience in retail sales, renting equipment or general maintenance and supervisor of staff.

NOW HIRING! Winter Work

JOIN OUR TEAM!

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

Full-time Capital Construction Project Supervisor Events Maintenance Worker I The status of applications will be communicated via e-mail. By choice, the Town of Estes Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Silver Saddle Inn Now hiring: Front Desk Clerk Evenings required, Full time $17/hr - $22/hr DOE, Benefits Must be non-smoker.

Maintenance Person Full time, experienced, English speaking. Must be non-smoker.

Apply in person: 1260 Big Thompson Ave. or email resume: info@estesresort.com

NOW HIRING! Experienced Maintenance

Full Time/Part Time $18.00 to $25.00 per hour DOE plus bonus* • General Maintenance and/or • Hot Tub Service • Landscaping/Snow Removal • Painting *Bonus is $1.00 per hour May through October Apply at, mail or email resume to: Fawn Valley Inn, 2760 Fall River Road, Estes Park, CO 80517 Email: Jamie@RockyMtnResorts.com

Full Time/Part Time available Starting wage $18 hour Sign on bonus! Employee Benefits & discounts at Rocky Mountain Pharmacy and our sister store Bart’s Liquor Stop by for an application and join our team!

(970) 586-5577 ESTES PARK SANITATION DISTRICT WASTEWATER TREATMENT OPERATOR The Estes Park Sanitation District is accepting applications for a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. The position is entry level/ trainee. The job involves the performance of skills relating to plant operation, mechanical maintenance and lab testing. It will also include learning skills associated with a lines collection operator. Starting hourly wage for the entry-level position is $21.70 per hour. The approximate annual salary for the entry level position is $54,000. The position includes health benefits and retirement eligibility. Training to become an operator will be provided and the position offers a great opportunity for an individual looking to build a career.

The non-probationary wage may be adjusted for individuals who possess current wastewater and collection classifications.

Applicant must be at least 18 years old, be in good physical condition, be able to lift comfortably and work with weights of at least 50 pounds, have a minimum high school education, possess a valid Colorado driver’s license. Applicant must have dependable vehicular transportation, reside within 20-30 minutes of our facility and be willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays when required.

An application package can be picked up and returned to the District Office at 1201 Graves Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517. Contact the office at (970) 586-2866 or email the District Manager at jduell@estesparksanitation.org to make arrangements for an alternative method of receiving or returning the employment package. All applications will be kept confidential. The position will be open until filled. Estes Park Sanitation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

YMca oF The rocKIes 2515 Tunnel road estes Park, colorado, 80511

assocIaTIon MuseuMs dIrecTor and hIsTorIan Responsible for the collection, preservation, interpretation and education of YMCA of the Rockies’ history. Provides oversight for all aspects of historical research, documentation, communication, direction, and leadership for the museums and historical sites at Estes Park Center, Snow Mountain Ranch and Camp Chief Ouray. $45,000 - $56,500/year with full benefits, discounted childcare, medical benefits, and more perks.

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We’re hiring for the following positions starting at $21.01/hr.: • Drive-up & Go Service Helpers • Checker • Courtesy Clerk • Day-Stocker • Overnight Stocker • Bakery Clerk • Deli Clerk • Produce Clerk • Seafood Clerk • Cake Decorator • Meat Cutter Get your application at: www.albertsoncompanies.com After your application has been completed, please call our hiring manager Ann at 970.586.4447.

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Attention Musicians

Now Hiring • Refrigeration Technician (Licensed) • Service Technician • Plumber Immediate full-time positions open for experienced knowledgeable technicians.

• Offering competitive wages • Benefits • Structured work environment Certifications and licensing not required, but preferred. If interested or for more information contact:

Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church is looking for a musician (organ and/or piano) to provide musical leadership for the congregation and choir during Sunday morning worship. For more information, email us at ron.bockhaus@smlcestes.org.

Everest Mechanical 1201 Graves Avenue, Unit C Estes Park, CO 80517 Attn: Jim Bird: 720-938-8643

NOW HIRING! Hot Tub Service Tech

Full Time / Part Time $18.00 to $20.00 per hour DOE plus $1.00 per hour bonus May through October Apply at, mail or email resume to: Fawn Valley Inn, 2760 Fall River Road, Estes Park, CO 80517 Email: Jamie@RockyMtnResorts.com

NOW HIRING Apply at 854 Dunraven Street, Estes Park CO 970/586-1085 mtnvalleyestes@gmail.com

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RENTALS

RENTALS

RENTALS

SERVICES

SERVICES

MISCELLANEOUS

Homes

Apartments

Commercial Rentals

Cleaning

Piano Tuning

Misc.

Susan Novy, local piano tuner.

Call for appt.

577-1755 www.estesparkpiano tuner.com

I have thirty chairs, I am looking for thirty souls to fill those chairs.

Myself and my family are willing to open up our home and our hearts to help you see the comfort and hope in knowing the way of the Lord our God. I am driven by the urgency to spread his word for his coming is soon.

Contact Jorge and Andrea Fernandez 970-825-4044

House for Rent 1895 Fall River Rd. 3,089 sq. ft., 5 bedrooms, 1 full bath, 3 half baths, sun room, full kitchen, fireplace.

970-308-4457 ndkpropertiesep@ gmail.com

Basement Walk In Apartment Kitchenette, Utilities inc. except trash, Laundry, Furnished, Close to downtown, Quiet neighborhood. $1250/mo., 6 mo. lease, 2 people/residents, No smoking/ pet neg.

720-639-0061

Charming 2 Bed 1 Bath Home w/ Laundry on 1 Acre (ESTES PARK) $1,800 per month/ 730sqft.

Commercial Rentals Secure an annual lease in this cozy, classic Estes Park cabin on 1 acre close to town. Washer, dryer and new stove, all new plumbing , electric and water service. Pets negotiable for well kept pet and responsible pet owner.

Office Space for Rent Direct access to bike path 1377 Sq. Ft., Conference system for easy, safe Room, 3 Private Offices, downtown access. Close High Traffic Area with walking distance to school, Great Exposure, Open Golf course and dining.

1 Car detached garage or Lobby Area, Printer Room. use as shed/storage. Drive 351 Moraine Ave. Suite B 970-227-4865 by and email for appointment. nathan@kinleybuilt.com glaciercreekinc@ gmail.com Massage room for rent in chiropractic clinic.

Apartments $600 includes utilities.

Inquiries should be sent: lasiocarpa@yahoo.com or Perfect Winter Rental!

970-577-0007 Furnished 1-bedroom apartment on Lake Estes. $1,300 monthly with all utilities included!

Long term rental available now until Memorial Day. Contact us at 1-970-779-7455

Commercial Space for Rent 433 S St. Vrain Ave. 970-308-4457 ndkpropertiesep@ gmail.com

20% Off First Cleaning: House, Office, Vacation Rentals. Licensed, Bonded, Insured.

Book Now: (970) 585-8587

Other-Misc

www.wayfindercleaning.com

Home Repair/Service

REAL ESTATE Storage Units Commercial

SkyView Storage at 930 Juniper Lane has 1 -20’ unit and 1-40’ unit for rent.

Please call 970-215-6006 for information.

TRANSPORTATION SUVs/CUVs

Concrete Services: Driveways-Patios-RV Demo-haul-frame-pour Call Today for your FREE Estimate Local’s Concrete LLC 970-290-8140

Medicare Mornings at the Estes Valley Rec Center every Thursday 9:00 to 11:00 now through March.

Need help with Medicare?

Drop by and visit with Chris Grubb & Heidi Delaney, or call us anytime! 970-672-1092 Estes Valley Rec Center 660 Community Drive, Estes Park

SALES Estate Sales

Sewing/Alterations 2006 Honda CR-V. EX/SE. AWD. Local Car. 125,000. miles.

Very clean car.

Have maintenance records. $9,500.00 Call 970-481-6520

Commercial Spaces for sale and lease.

Call Eric.

Anderson Realty.

586-2950

ESTATE/MOVING SALE Need to have one, but seems overwhelming.

We do the work, you make the $. Local, Affordable, References. CALL JUDI 970-215-5548

Remixed Custom Sewing Services.

NEW LOCATION! Small Furniture, Restoration, Cushions and Industrial Repair.

Call for appointment 970-492-5446

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Paul Arthur Garrett, Decesed. Case Number 23PR225. 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 on or before March 27, 2024 or the claims may be forever barred.

Brooke Michelle Garrett, 1400 S. St. Vrain Ave., Estes Park, CO 80517

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PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER APPLIANCES

CRANE SERVICES

EYECARE/GLASSES

The Krane Company, LLC

970-586-4315

rglibby@msn.com Estes Park, CO

ATTORNEYS

Formerly: Far North Crane & Consulting

• Hot Tubs • Gazebos • Construction Materials • HVAC • Tree Trimming • Installing Heavy Equipment • Rescue Operations • Shipping Containers

Owners: Wade & DeLaine Krenz, Christopher & Angelina Krenz

thekranecompany5@gmail.com • 970-294-8101 Estes Park, Colorado

FINANCIAL SERVICES

CHIMNEY SWEEP

BEAUTY SALON SERVICES

CLEANING SERVICES

FLOORING

CAMERAS

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

CARPET CLEANING

COMPUTER SERVICES

Dan Wiedow dan@estesparkcomputers.com

(970) 586-5404

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PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER GENERAL CONTRACTOR

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

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

MOUNTAIN PHOTOGRAPHY

MAINTENANCE/REPAIR SERVICES

Long Peak Hauling Fast • Friendly • Professional • Junk Hauling • Handy Man • Help Moving • Tree Service • Yard Clean Up • And Much More

Call or Text Zeus 970-317-5396 PAINTING

New Construction & Remodeling Specializing in Decks, Windows, Siding, Kitchen/Bath Remodels, and Exterior Painting Long time local serving the Estes area.

970-581-2670 • cornellhico@gmail.com cornellhomeimprovement.com

Elkins Construction

HOT TUBS & POOL SERVICES

Licensed and Insured

Custom Homes • Remodels Decks • Drawings 40+ Years Experience Tim Elkins Estes Park, Colorado 970.310.1683 elkskins22@gmail.com

LOG RAILINGS & ACCENTS

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

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

MAINTENANCE/REPAIR SERVICES

DH D

IAMOND D ANDYMAN SERVICE

Home Maintenance & Repairs Snow Removal & Hauling • Painting

Licensed & Insured

“Consider It Done!”

Dave 303-877-2007

PEST CONTROL

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PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS BUILDER PLUMBING

REAL ESTATE

SECURITY HOME WATCH

Call, Text or E-mail Today!

Aaron L. Busche CMAS, SRS, ABR, CNE

Realtor®

Aaron@EstesPK.com Cell: (970) 470-9962 facebook.com/estesvalleymountainbroker

Certified Mountain Area Specialist Seller Representative Specialist Accredited Buyer's Representative Certified Negotiation Expert

TREE SERVICE

Simply. Elevated. Real Estate.

PRE-PLANNING ADVISOR Dawn Shields 970-909-4789

DAWN.SHIELDS@DIGNITYMEMORIAL.COM

We at Allnutt-Estes Park Chapel have been serving families for over 35 years. As part of Dignity Memorial, we are committed to the highest standards at your time of need.

We can also put a plan in place to emotionally and financially relieve your loved ones of burden. This can be the greatest gift that you can offer them. Show them how much you care by protecting them now!

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We Are Thankful For The Estes Valley Community.

970-586-3333

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