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Update On The Estes Park Police Department From: Town Administrator Travis Machalek

Many of you have probably seen the announcement of Chief Hayes's retirement Dec. 22. I greatly appreciate his service to our community, and that his retirement will allow him to spend more time with his family.

At this time, I am working to recruit an experienced, external Interim Police Chief, on a limitedterm contract basis.

The Interim Chief will continue to ensure that our Police Department meets the high standards we expect for policing in our community. I will be using an external contractor rather than an internal interim, because all our existing command staff are relatively new to either their positions or the organization. The interim Chief will then provide continuity until the position of Chief is officially filled in early 2024.

Unfortunately, this announcement came at a time when we are also conducting Police Department employee conduct investigations. I want to start off by stating that the timing of his retirement is entirely unrelated to these investigations we have been pursuing internally. Chief Hayes and I began discussing the possibility of his retirement well before we learned of the two incidents that resulted in me placing employees on administrative leave. Even as his retirement date approaches, the Chief is keenly focused on maintaining the Department’s high standards of public service. I am confident in his ability to continue to oversee all Police Department operations, including these investigations, through his retirement date.

Post-retirement, Chief Hayes has agreed

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to help ensure continuity of these investigations with Town staff.

At the core of our organization is integrity and transparency, any violations of policies or laws are unacceptable within the Police Department. We continue to pursue more information on our investigations into the alleged violations. I want to provide the most current releasable information. I also want to

emphasize that none of the alleged violations pertain to use of force or any interaction with the public.

One of these investigations pertained to the improper use of a Town vehicle while on duty. The officer involved has been disciplined appropriately and is no longer on administrative leave. However, a different officer was placed on administrative leave today, when new information regarding concerns about suspected untruthfulness came to light while investigating that same incident.

We requested and appreciated the support of the Louisville Police Department and Larimer County Sheriff ’s Office for overseeing and assisting with the initial investigation. We are in the process of identifying another agency to conduct the Internal Affairs investigation into the conduct of the officer who was placed on administrative leave today.

In a separate incident, I placed one officer and one civilian staff member on administrative leave after the Chief received a report from another law en-

forcement agency alleging employee mishandling of confidential public safety records. Estes Park Police Department subsequently identified a civilian employee who may have also mishandled these records. This is an alleged violation of state law, and these individuals are now under criminal investigation. Chief Hayes promptly notified the Larimer County District Attorney’s Office, and asked the City of Loveland Police Department to conduct a criminal investigation into these allegations. When these criminal investigations are complete, the City of Evans Police Department has agreed to conduct the Internal Affairs investigation into the conduct of these two employees.

At the core of our organization is integrity and transparency, and any violations of policies or laws are unacceptable within the Police Department. When we have new releasable information, we will be sharing that with our community.

Both Chief Hayes and I take allegations of official misconduct seriously, and we will continue to take immediate steps to investigate and follow through as appropriate. It is important to keep in mind that the investigations are all being conducted by other law enforcement agencies at our request. Those agencies maintain the records while they conduct the investigations and are limited in what they can share.

As a reminder, for all open investigations, any suspected violations of law or policy are only allegations until and unless substantiated through an internal affairs investigation or a finding by a court of law.

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Police Chief David Hayes Announces Retirement After a 48-year career in law enforcecommented, “I want to thank Dave for ment, Estes Park Police Chief David his service as Police Chief. He will conHayes announced his retirement to his tinue leading the department and mainstaff today. Hayes will continue to serve tain the continuity of our police work as Chief through Friday, Dec. 22, 2023. through his last day on the job.” Further, “Even as his retirement date approaches, Chief Hayes commented, “I have had the Chief is keenly focused the opportunity to work on maintaining the Dewith many public safety partment’s high standards officers, professional as public servants. I am staff, elected and apconfident in his ability to pointed officials, and continue to oversee all Pomental health profeslice Department operasionals throughout Coltions through his retireorado. All these individment date. uals play a part in Post-retirement, Chief making Colorado safe, Hayes has agreed to help and we are fortunate to ensure a smooth transihave them serving our tion.” community.”

Machalek continued, “At Chief Hayes continthis time, I am working to ued, “I have genuinely Police Chief David Hayes recruit an experienced, exenjoyed my time at the ternal Interim Police Chief, on a limEstes Park Police Department, working alongside so many dedicated public ser- ited-term contract basis. The Interim Chief will continue to ensure that our vants on the Town and Police DepartPolice Department meets the high stanment staff and boards. dards we expect for policing in our “After a long and rewarding career in community. I will be using an external law enforcement – nearly half a century – I’m ready to spend more time with my contractor rather than an internal interim, because all our existing comfamily. My children and their families, mand staff are relatively new to either including our two young granddaughtheir positions or the organization. The ters, who live in the Denver area.”

Interim Chief will then provide continuTown Administrator Travis Machalek ity until the position of Chief is officially filled in early 2024.”

EVFPD firefighters generally respond to • Motor Vehicle Crash (MVC): 4 medical calls in their personal vehicles, al- • Emergency Medical (assist EPH): 1 lowing for a faster response. On other in• Alarm Activation: 5 cidents, firefighters respond to a fire sta• Odor Investigation: 5 tion to respond in department apparatus • Assist: 1 with specialized equipment.

• Gas Leak: 1 During the week of November 26th, Estes Valley Fire 2023, the Estes Valley Fire Protection District (EVFPD) responded to 17 calls www.estesvalleyfire.org for service. This included:

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

On 11/29/2023 at 12:57 p.m. officers responded to a report of a person threatening another person with something resembling a firearm in the 200 block of W.

Elkhorn Ave. On scene, officers contacted a 38 year old transient who identifies as a female and charged her with menacing (simulated firearm) and obstructing government operations.

She was arrested and transported to the Larimer County Jail.

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Making Learning Fun (And Delicious)

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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Laurie Emmer at Mother’s Café gives to local Girl Scout troop This fall with support from Mother’s Café (and their families) the Junior Girl Scouts of Troop 77784 earned their Simple Meals badge where they learned how to serve up a meal for their family and friends.

Laurie Emmer and Mother’s Café were very generous and supportive of the girls in this endeavor by opening up their kitchen and restaurant for a tour where the scouts were able to see every step of the process from when a customer places an order at the table. Laurie and her staff even generously treated the girls to a snack when they were done. The pickiest eaters of the bunch declared their french fries to be the best they’ve ever had!

The Juniors were so excited about their restaurant experience that their sisters who are involved in other local troops wanted to take the tour too. Laurie, who grew up in Girl Scouts, also graciously gave them all additional advice about running a small business.

As part of the work for the badge, the girls also prepared breakfast and a healthy lunch or dinner for their family at home and then they finished the badge with a potluck at the Estes Valley Library in the Hondius Room where

each of the scouts brought a dinner dish and dessert they had made to share and they talked about all they learned about cooking for others.

Troop 77784 currently has Junior Girl Scouts (4th and 5th graders) and has both homeschooled and public school students. We have not established a consistent weekly meeting schedule this year (but have done so in the past) and are

working to do this again in the spring.

If your daughter or someone you know in the Estes Valley who would benefit from making new friends, embracing adventure, making things and developing her entrepreneurial skills please reach out to Troop Leader Amber Johnson by emailing gscotroop77784@gmail.com.

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2023 Collector Holiday Ornament Now Available For Purchase Online The Town of Estes Park employees’ Helping Hands Committee is pleased to announce that 2023 ornaments are available for purchase online. View and order the ornaments at dms.estes.org/Forms/HolidayOrnaments. Ornaments are available for $15 each, and previous years’ ornaments are available for $5 - $10. Ornaments are also available at the Finance Department in Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Ave. and at Peak Hallmark in Upper Stanley Village, 459 E. Wonderview Ave., #4. Shipping for up to two ornaments is $7.50 and shipping for three to four ornaments is $14.

For orders of five or more, please contact Kim McEachern at kimmceachern@estes.org. or 970-577-3567.

Since 1986, the Town of Estes

Park employees' Helping Hands Committee has created commemorative annual holiday ornaments for purchase by the public. The proceeds from ornament sales are used to provide high school senior scholarships and assistance to individuals in need through Crossroads Ministry. The 2023 ornament image is from an original painting of Saint Malo's "Chapel on the Rock."

The original artwork and image credit goes to RaDean Mynatt.

For more information, please contact Kim McEachern at kimmceachern@estes.org or 970-5773567. The 2023 ornament may be viewed at www.estes.org/helpinghandsornament.

Annual Menorah Lighting & Chanukah Celebration This Sunday, Dec. 10 Join Rabbi Gorelik and Mayor Wendy Koenig at the lighting of the giant Menorah celebrating Chanukah complete with Jewish holiday music and traditional foods. Come celebrate the Festival of Lights!

Rabbi Yerachmiel Gorelik from the Chabad Jewish Center of Northern Col-

orado invites the public to this special Menorah Lighting this Sunday, December 10 at 5:30 p.m. at the Estes Park Town Hall.

This event is hosted by the Chabad Jewish Center of Northern Colorado and the Town of Estes Park. This event is free and all are welcome to attend.

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Home Health, Hospice, Home Care In The Estes Valley Wednesday, Dec. 13 David Batey, President of the EPH Board and Vern Carda, EPH CEO will be our guests on Wednesday, December 13 from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. for an informational community program in the Hondius Room at the Estes Valley Library.

This will be a hybrid meeting. You may choose to attend in person, in the Hondius Room, or on Zoom. The meeting will be recorded and posted on our website.

To register for the Zoom:

go to: register for Dec 13 program or scan the QR code.

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2023-2024 Snow Team.

Town Snow Removal: Help Us Help You ‘Tis the season for snow removal in Estes ● Trail plowing hours. Town-maintained Park, and the Town’s fleet is poised to man- trails and sidewalks are typically plowed beage the snow and icy conditions brought by tween 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. mountain winter weather. While many ● State-managed highways. US 34 (incommunities do not plow residential cludes Elkhorn Avenue), US 36 (includes streets, the Town of Estes Park plows all of Moraine Avenue) and CO 7 are plowed by its approximately 225 residential streets the Colorado Department of Transportawithin Town limits after emergency routes tion (Orange trucks). County roads and US are clear. That means plowing approxi66 are plowed by the Larimer County Road mately 59 miles of streets, 12.5 miles of and Bridge Department (yellow trucks). sidewalks, 12 miles of trails, and 15 parking ● Parking is prohibited on Town streets. lots.

This excludes spaces designated by signs or When sufficient snowfall or icy conditions painted markings. Most neighborhood exist, a snow removal team—comprised of streets are too narrow to accommodate employees from Public Works and other parking and two traffic lanes. Therefore, Town departments—is called into action. enforcement is elevated when plows begin There are nine roadway routes and parking clearing snow, and vehicles parked along lots assigned to nine plow drivers; five narrow streets outside of marked parking routes for sidewalks and trails; and back-up spaces may be towed at the owner’s exdrivers trained to plow when needed. The pense. fleet includes three skid steers, a utility ve● Private driveways and sidewalks. Plows hicle, and a Toolcat work machine that must push snow to the roadway edge, functions as a tractor, plow, and loader. which often causes a ridge of snow to be deEight additional plow trucks (blue or white) posited in private driveways or on sideare equipped with sand spreaders that place walks.

Because the Town’s snow removal a diluted mixture of sand (85 percent) and team cannot remain productive when stopIce Slicer (15 percent) where needed for ping to clear every private driveway and traction on hills and intersections. While this mixture does not achieve an aggressive sidewalk, this task must remain the responsibility of property owners. The Town un“bare pavement” result, it is more cost-effective and kinder to the environment than derstands that this can be frustrating; know placing 100 percent Ice Slicer on our streets. that your teamwork in clearing the snow piles from your walks and driveways is Follow-up sweeping of the surplus sand is greatly appreciated. Residents who are unperformed in the spring. able to clear their own driveways are enFollowing are important details about couraged to contact local private contracsnow removal in the Estes Park area, and tors who provide this service. the shared responsibilities of the Town’s snow removal team, residents, and property ● Residential and business sidewalks.

Property owners are responsible for clearowners: ing sidewalks in front of their homes or ● Emergency routes. Access to hospitals businesses within 24 hours after the snowand schools are the snow removal team’s fall stops. By law, snow removed from any first priority. Emergency routes include sidewalk or driveway may not be deposited MacGregor Avenue, Big Horn Drive, Riverinto the roadway. Doing so can create danside Drive, Peak View Drive, Scott Avenue, gerous conditions for motorists and negates and any other streets that must remain acthe clearing work done by plow drivers. cessible for police or fire emergencies. ● Visibility for plow drivers. Snowplows When conditions warrant, emergency routes are cleared outside of roadway plow- are less maneuverable than other vehicles, and visibility is often limited for the plow ing hours. driver. Motorists are reminded to be alert ● Roadway plowing hours. While the timduring winter weather conditions, use their ing of a snow event determines the service vehicle headlights, and give the plows hours, roadway plowing typically begins beplenty of room to maneuver their way tween 3 a.m. and 5 a.m. Drivers strive to through the streets and safely apply the make a complete pass along each route in salt/sand. five hours, although this takes longer durFor more information on the Town’s snow ing dangerously slick conditions. Plows plowing service, please contact the Public generally stop running by 3:30 p.m. This Works Department at 970-577-3587 or stop time allows drivers to rest before republicworks@estes.org, or visit turning to their routes. www.estes.org/snowremoval.

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Estes Park Woman's Club To Meet On Wednesday, December 13 The December meeting of the Estes Park Woman’s Club will be held at the Estes Valley Community Center, 660 Community Drive on Wednesday, December 13th at 11:30 a.m. Our menu will include several salads including acorn squash with winter apple/hazelnut vinaigrette and yellow beets, goat cheese, roasted pumpkin seeds and poblano peppers. The entree will be turkey with stuffing and gravy or vegetarian quiche, accompanied by mashed potatoes and gravy as well as green beans almondine.

Dessert will include pecan pie or a chocolate offering.

Entertainment will be the wonderful musical strains of Simpatica featuring Denise Stookesberry, Steve Tice, Miranda Dillard and Nelson Burkes. What a lovely way to celebrate the season and enjoy our fellowship together! We hope you will be able to join us. Remember advance reservations are needed to attend the meeting and program.

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It’s the time of year when almost everyone who celebrates Christmas has the opportunity to attend a performance of George Frideric Handel’s Messiah. (The title is not The Messiah, just as my favorite carol is not The Silent Night.) The only time I’ve sung part of the Messiah as a member of an organized choir was when I was in my high school’s choral group. What I remember most was how I managed to squeak out a high G in the Hallelujah Chorus, a feat I have not been able to duplicate since. (If I tried, I’d be asked to leave the church and that would be disruptive for the rest of the audience.)

I have been to several sing-alongs, but these days it is best if I simply listen to the composition, stand during the Hallelujah Chorus as is tradition, and applaud after the last “amen.” (By the way, one of my biggest pet peeves is standing ovations. They don’t mean anything anymore because audiences stand for everything. How do we express appreciation for an exceptional performance when we’ve “dummied down” the standing ovation? This show of approval should be reserved for performances that impulsively bring us to our feet. Even when others stand, I choose not to if I don’t believe such acclaim is earned. Call me a standing ovation snob; I won’t be offended.)

In 1741, Handel composed Messiah, a two-and-a-half-hour oratorio—sort of a biblical opera minus the sets and costumes—in a mere 24 days. (I’m sure it helped that he adapted parts of his earlier compositions for use in Messiah, including a duet he wrote 20 years earlier.) Charles Jennens, the man who provided the text (compiled from Old Testament passages from the Bible) thought Handel had shown “careless negligence” because he worked so rapidly, and he wanted Handel to “make improvements,” but Handel would not budge. I think Handel knew what he was doing. Today, Messiah is one of the best-known and most frequently performed choral works in Western music.

Despite the fact that Handel wept while he composed the Hallelujah Chorus and claimed he saw visions of angels while he worked on the piece, some people found Messiah indecent. (The work has a total of 54 “hallelujahs”; the first 10 words are nothing but “hallelu-

jah.” The only thing indecent about that is redundancy.) Here’s their rationale: The debut of Messiah took place in Dublin’s Great Musick Hall, which is a theater, not a church. Back then theaters were considered places of ill repute, so the disapproval rose from the singing of biblical texts from the stage of a theater.

Plus, patrons objected to the participation of one of the soloists who was divorced.

Ironically, it was due to cries of indecency that Handel began writing oratorios in the first place. He had been known for his operas but opera had been banned by the pope. Handel skirted the issue by writing oratorios instead. He bumped its performance date back to accommodate the production of two other pieces he’d written, so eventually Messiah was performed during Lent. The Victorians moved it to Christmas to stir interest in the holiday, which was hardly celebrated pre-19th century. No Santa Claus, no gifts exchanged, no day off from work. Included as one of the festivities promoted by the Victorians, along with Charles Dickens’s “A Christmas Carol” written in 1843, was the Messiah. It’s been a Christmas tradition ever since.

At the Dublin premiere in 1742, Messiah was performed by a small ensemble of around 16 voices and 18 instruments.

That’s it. By 1787, the performance at Westminster Abbey was advertised as an assembly of 800.

Although some aficionados wish to go back to the original chamber music version of Messiah with its small number of performers, and I do give a nod to Robert Howard and that version, I love the grandeur, the grandiose, the energy and the passion of today’s contemporary interpretation of the piece. I wonder what Handel would think if he were to hear his Messiah as it is most often performed today. Would he give it a standing ovation?

(Thanks to wikipedia.com and medium.com for information used in this column.)

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

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Estes Park Cycling Coalition Presentation On The Town Multi-Modal Plan and General Meeting December 13 The Town of Estes Park has launched a comprehensive transportation planning process aimed at creating a safe and easily navigable transportation network.

This process will take into consideration various modes of transportation, including bicycles, pedestrians, cars, transit, and accessibility for persons with disabilities. Additionally, the town will focus on incorporating emerging mobility trends and technologies to ensure that the transportation system remains up-to-date.

We are fortunate to have two representatives from that planning effort as guest speakers; Vanessa Solesbee and Anthony Pratt. They will give an overview of the project and let us know how we can be involved. The Town has created an on line mapping tool and survey so everyone can be a part of the planning process.

The Cycling Coalition will also be giving updates on exciting projects related to new trails and trail maintenance opportunities. We will also be discussing planning for next years Bike to Work day and the always popular Bike Parade and are always looking for volunteers to help

with those fun events.

This meeting is for everyone who enjoys cycling and wants to be involved or just wants to hear what is happening in the Estes Valley for cycling. If you are not a member and want to join, we can sign you up at the meeting or visit our website at www.bikeestes.org.

Please join us Wednesday December 13 at 6:30 p.m. for a meet and greet (BYOB!), then the meeting will start at 7. We will be meeting at Vert CoWorking: 1230 Big Thompson Ave in Estes Park.

The Estes Park Cycling Coalition is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose Mission is to promote and increase cycling of all kinds in the Estes Valley, through advocacy, education, partnerships and community building. The Coalition strives to cultivate a biking culture in the community and make the Estes area a destination for cyclists.

For more information on the Estes Park Cycling Coalition, please contact Chair Mike Lewelling at board@bikeestes.org

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Last Estes Park Archives Program Of 2023 As time approaches to say good-by to Isabella Bird and the legacy “A Lady’s Life in the Rocky Mountains” until the next milestone anniversary in 2073, the Estes Park Archives will host the Christmas party she likely celebrated elsewhere, possibly in New York City, on the date she claims in her book to have departed Colorado territory.

December 1873 was the most confusing and contradictory month of Miss Bird’s four-month Estes Park sojourn, beginning with a seemingly unnecessary horseback ride to Longmont in a blinding snowstorm on December 4 that earned her little beyond frostbite. The real motivation behind this trip may remain a perpetual mystery, as the portion of the actual letter she wrote explaining her reasons is on unusual stationery, as if she was penning a hostage note, and cuts off midstream.

Her Colorado stay officially ended with a trip to Namaqua and St. Louis (modern-day Loveland) to meet the Greeley stage sometime after this, likely in midDecember. This journey was taken in the company of Mountain Jim, a temperamental drunkard she claims to have spent much of November keeping at arm’s length following his rash proposal of marriage. Her avowed motivation for utilizing him as a guide on a route she was now all too familiar with was a last-

ditch attempt to “save” him from his dissolute life. Naturally, the setting for this was a raucous young couples’ dance held every two weeks in the area.

Adding to the intrigue, her exact departure date to Cheyenne provided in “A Lady’s Life” is contradicted by a note sent to her publisher, stated location Estes Park, with a dateline two days after her hard departure from Colorado. And the first letter contributed to a Scottish newspaper after her January 1874 return paints her as an expert on streetcars and the treatment of horses in New York, as if she had spent the bulk of her time researching American life there, rather than in the western U.S. It is probably easiest for now to return these puzzles to a box marked “Awaiting the AI-driven world of 2073, with its virtual or actual time machine” and instead wallow in ignorance and desserts we know Isabella Bird prepared while in Estes Park, her spiced ginger cakes and roly-poly puddings, utilizing recipes from period cookbooks of the time.

Festivities commence at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 12 at Molly B restaurant, 200 Moraine Avenue. You don’t need to bring anything but yourself, as the cost is free and no membership or RSVPs are required. Call 5864889 for directions or additional details.

An 1872 dessert cookbook. Photo courtesy Estes Park Archives

Susan Cordes Member for 3 years Why I love being a member of Quota: I’ve been a Quota member for three years, and even though some of it was during COVID, I enjoyed the friendships and connections we had through Zoom meetings and the few fundraisers we were able to have. Now, things are 100% back to normal and even better than ever!

Favorite or memorable moment: It means a lot to be able to fundraise and to give that money back into the community where ever there are needs.

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

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Estes Park’s Renowned Author Jason Van Tatenhove Hosts An Exclusive Author's Dinner

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Esteemed local author and media personality Jason Van Tatenhove, known for his regular appearances on national news outlets CNN and MSNBC and his bylines in Newsweek, Salon, and Giant Freakin Robot, invites the Estes Park community to an enchanting Author's Dinner at Mother’s Café. This special event, scheduled for Saturday, December 16th at 7 p.m., is a celebration of storytelling, community, and culinary delight.

Jason, the driving force behind The Colorado Switchblade podcast, is revered for his narrative non-fiction addressing social issues and his supernatural fiction, often set in the scenic realms of Estes Park. He will share excerpts from his works and engage the audience in an enlightening Q&A session.

A Night of Culinary and Literary Elegance Enjoy a specially curated menu by Mother’s Café featuring honey-roasted quail, Turkish pilaf, and sautéed winter greens, complemented by an open bar.

Book Signing and Sale An opportunity awaits to purchase Jason's books, including his locally inspired supernatural thriller series, and have them personally signed by the author.

A Gathering with Purpose This dinner is particularly significant as it supports Jason and his family during a time of transition after the loss of his wife and writing partner. Proceeds will help provide a festive holiday season for his daughters.

Limited Seating Available With only 50 tickets available, this intimate gathering is a unique opportunity

to delve into the literary world. Tickets are $50 each, inclusive of dinner and non-alcoholic drinks.

Event Details: Date: Saturday, 16th Time: 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Mother’s Café, 1480 Golf Course Rd., Estes Park, CO Tickets: bit.ly/41nNAqd For more information, please visit: tinyurl.com/4uth5x73 Or find the event on local Facebook Events: fb.me/e/3qseKzwcs Join us for an evening where the charm of Estes Park, the art of storytelling, and the spirit of community come together in a memorable celebration.

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Dwight Pfeiffer

Senior Lending Executive Joins Bank Of Estes Park Team It is extremely rare that an executive level position opens up at a small, community bank like Bank of Estes Park— we strongly prefer to promote from within. However, for executive succession reasons, we opened up a silent search for a new Senior Lender who could eventually take over as Chief Credit Officer, and were surprised and overwhelmed with over 30 qualified candidates from across the nation. With so many highly qualified candidates for the position, we were able to be extremely selective, and if you know us it won’t surprise you that the deciding factors extended way beyond qualifications and came down to cultural fit and personality. And we found the perfect fit…

So, today we are incredibly happy to announce that Dwight Pfeiffer has joined our team as Senior Lending Officer, a C-Suite level position for both our bank and our holding company. Dwight comes to us from Alva, Oklahoma, where he has been in banking for over 20 years. The bulk of that time was with a small, local bank very similar to Bank of Estes Park. He and his wife Sherri have already purchased a home in Estes Park, and they have one daughter, Madelyn, who is away at her first semester of college.

Dwight built his career as a top shelf lender, but brings knowledge and experience in all areas of banking. According to him, “My family used to vacation in Colorado, and relocating here has been a dream of mine since I was a kid. That said, never in my wildest dreams did I ever think I would have an opportunity to make my final career move to the amazing Estes Park, where we have vacationed many times. I am extremely excited to join the team at the best little bank in the best little town in Colorado! My wife and I love the scenery, wildlife, and the strong community feel of Estes Park.”

Dwight has a BS from Northwestern Oklahoma State University, has completed formal credit training in all areas, has obtained a post-graduate certificate from CU (Graduate School of Banking), and has completed both the ABA National Trust School program and the Advanced Trust School program. More importantly, he has served as executive management in a small bank, in a small town, and understands the importance of serving our community and exceeding the expectations of our clients.

We couldn’t be more excited to have Dwight on our team. Please welcome him and Sherri when you see them in the bank or around town! Like all of us here at Bank of Estes Park, he is here to

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A Memo To Kids In The Estes Valley From Santa's Elves Tell Santa Your Holiday Wishes Use colors and decorate so that Santa can enjoy your art! Then drop it in one of the special Santa Mailboxes in town.

Elves will pick up letters from the special Santa Mailboxes daily. You can find the Special Santa Mailboxes at three locations: Estes Valley Library, 335 East Elkhorn (drop your letter in the children’s area); the “We Believe Cabin” in the parking lot of the Estes Park Town

Hall, 170 MacGregor Ave. (look for the decorated cabin and find the mailbox on the front porch; and the Estes Valley Community Center, 660 Community Drive.

Get your letter in the mail by December 20. Make sure to write your name and address on the bottom of your letter. Santa has a special message just for you and the elves have to know how to find you.

Please use this letter to Santa template to write your letter. If you need more room, feel free to use your own paper but use this as a guide.

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Visit With Santa At The YMCA! Free and open to the public, come visit and take your own photos with Santa Claus at YMCA of the Rockies! Saturdays through December 23 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Lula Dorsey Museum.

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Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting The next meeting of the Parkinson’s Disease Support Group will be held Tuesday, December 19 in the Hondius Room at the Estes Valley Library. Monthly meetings are always held on the third Tuesday of the month from 2-3:30 p.m. All affected by this progressive neurological disease are welcome to attend to bring their own experiences, strength and hope and come together for the good of the group. Questions, comments? Call Linda Hanak at 970-443-8146.

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Program On “What Birds Do In Winter” of miles to find a more hospitable location.

Birds such as Blackbilled Magpies, Northern Cardinals and Great Horned Owls will remain in the same area yearround, as those species are hardier than those that migrate. Those species that spend the winters in the northern climates often have adapted to do so. For example, birds like Common Redpolls Common Redpoll-These are small finches that occasionally can increase the numspend the winter in Estes Park.

Photo by Scott Rashid ber of feathers they have in the winter and Come join members of CARRI for their decrease the number in the summer. fifth presentation in our Winter Speaker Other species can increase or decrease th Series. On December 13 members of their body temperature to survive the CARRI will present a program where we cold winter months. will explain how birds survive the long Species like Canada Jays, Northern winter months. This program is called, Pygmy-Owls and Common Ravens “What Birds Do In Winter.” The presenstore any excess food they find. They tation will be held at the Estes Park th can store it by burying it or placing it in Community Center on December 13 at a cavity for later use.

During the presen6:30 p.m. tation, you will learn the unique way Did you ever wonder how wild birds Canada Jays store excess food in the survive the cold winter months? Here is winter to save if they have trouble findyour chance to find out. During this ing food. presentation, we will discuss the various Come join us on the 13th at the Comways birds make it through the winter. munity Center and learn how our feathSome birds make short movements for the winter, where others move thousands ered friends survive the winter months.

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Knitting Get-Together

You are invited to our (fun and free!) knitting get–togethers in the Hondius Community Room at the Estes Valley Library on: Tuesday, December 12, 2023, 5:00– 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday, January 9, 2024, 5:00–8:00 p.m.

Tuesday, February 6, 2024, 5:00–8:00 p.m.

Tuesday, March 12, 2024, 5:00–8:00 p.m.

Tuesday, April 2, 2024, 5:00–8:00 p.m.

It’s fun and free! Just bring your knitting, and let’s have fun together, talking and knitting. If you need any help or advice with your knitting project or pattern, we can help!

No need to book or reserve a seat. Just show up! Come knit for a bit or all of it!

These knitting get–togethers are hosted by Jennifer Daley.

Email: jenny@knittingjenny.com

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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library 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 December 24 & 25 KEY Ⓡ: Registration required.

Visit estesvalleylibrary.org to sign up.

BOOKS & AUTHORS Motherhood, Hunger, & Higher Education: Author Talk with Stephanie Land Ⓡ Tuesday, December 12, 12 - 1 p.m., online Chat with Stephanie Land, the New York Times bestselling author of Maid, as she talks about her new memoir, Class. Presented with the Library Speakers Consortium.

Book Club for Mortals:

Making Rounds with Oscar Ⓡ Thursday, December 14, 10 - 11:30 a.m., Wasson Room & online Discuss end-of-life issues and our shared mortality. December’s feature is Making Rounds with Oscar, the story of an ordinary cat with an extraordinary gift: knowing when nursing home patients approached their final hours.

ALL AGES 3D LED Snowflakes Ⓡ Friday, December 8, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., Makerspace repeated Tuesday, December 12, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., Makerspace repeated Thursday, December 21, 5:30 - 7 p.m., Makerspace Craft 3D snowflakes using twinkle lights and paper bags and add some sparkle to your winter season. Recommended for adults and teens.

Cozy Gnome Plushies Ⓡ Thursday, December 14, 5:30 - 7 p.m., Makerspace repeated Tuesday, December 19, 5:30 - 7 p.m., Makerspace Snuggle up with your own adorable little gnome! We’ll teach you how to make a cozy friend. Recommended for adults and teens.

Hot Chocolate Art & Tasting Ⓡ Saturday, December 16, 1 - 2:30 p.m., Hondius Room Concoct a tasty hot chocolate creation, snacking as you go. All ages welcome.

Game Night! Ⓡ Saturday, December 16, 3 - 4:30 p.m., Hondius Room Play board games from our own collection as well as ones generously provided

by Frames, Games, and Things Unnamed. All ages welcome – bring your family, friends, and neighbors. Snacks and refreshments provided.

ADULTS 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 explore how you can live and work more harmoniously with others.

Conversations in Troubled Times: A Living Room Conversation Ⓡ Monday, December 11, 12 - 1:30 p.m., Wasson Room & online How can we check in, listen, and support each other amidst disruption, tragedy, and conflict? Discuss how to have meaningful discourse in troubled times in this Living Room Conversation.

Presented with Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership.

Wildlife Window Nature Series: Colorado’s Iconic Wildlife Ⓡ Monday, December 11, 4 - 5:30 p.m., Hondius Room & online Discover how wildlife can establish a deep esthetic connection between season and place as you learn about Colorado’s icons with Naturalist Kevin Cook.

Health Insurance Enrollment Ⓡ Tuesday, December 12, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Hondius Room Need help enrolling in health insurance? Larimer County Health Connect will be onsite to assist with sorting through options and enrolling in lowcost health coverage. Call 970-472-0444 to make your appointment.

Look Into Your Past With This Free Database Wednesday, December 20, 2 - 3 p.m., Makerspace Did you know you can access Ancestry.com for free through the Library?

Use this tool to see your family tree and history. Find old yearbooks, travel tickets, and more!

TEENS & KIDS Sew Your Own Pajama Pants Ⓡ Tuesday, December 12, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m., Makerspace Use tools and equipment in the Makerspace to create a pair of festive pajama pants! All skill levels welcome.

Young Chautauqua Club Ⓡ Thursday, December 14, 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.

Artwork Wednesday: Ornaments Ⓡ Wednesday, December 20, 5 - 6 p.m., Makerspace Experiment with different art mediums and styles to decorate your own ornaments. All art skill levels welcome.

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

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

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

Making Music with Nancy Bell: Wed., December 13 at 4:30 p.m.

Read to Therapy Dog Bo: Tues., December 19 at 10 a.m.

Read to Therapy Dog Heidi: Wed, December 20 at 4:30 p.m.

Holiday Bilingual Storytime Ⓡ Friday, December 15, 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 Embroidery Machine Ⓡ Monday, December 11, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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

Learn the 3D Printer Ⓡ Monday, December 18, 5:30 - 7 p.m.

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

LEGAL SELF-HELP Free Legal Self-Help Clinic Ⓡ Wednesday, December 13, 2 - 5 p.m.

One-on-one legal advice for library patrons who do not have a personal attorney. Appointments are necessary and can be scheduled by calling 970-5868116. More information at estesvalleylibrary.org/legalclinic.

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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End-Of-Year Gift-Giving Donation Deadlines By: Karen McPherson, Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center

Want to make a year-end donation to nonprofits? The time is now. We are often running around with our giving checklist. But be sure to make time to do something for you. Surely, you see an organization making an impact that aligns with your values. Now is a great time to

your income tax rate on the withdrawal amount.* Let’s say after taxes, you get $2500. However, you could give a nonprofit some or all of this tax-free. You do not pay income tax on the amount you give to a qualified charity, and neither do they. They get the total value of your donation. In this case, all $3000. Talk to your financial advisor now because they

Frosty Beer Fest This Saturday, December 9 In Bond Park Get ready to chill out the Frosty Beer Fest, where you can enjoy ice-cold brews, good vibes, and an unforgettable winter party!

By: Visit Estes Park

Glow In The Park Frosty Beer Fest presented by: Visit Estes Park, The Stanley Hotel and Estes Park Western Heritage Foundation will take place his Saturday, December 9. This free event will be held from 2-5 p.m. in Bond Park, 170 MacGregor Ave. Join us for the ultimate beer celebration! The Frosty Beer Fest is a can't-miss free event for beer enthusiasts and party animals alike - just register in advance to claim your free admission ticket.

Get ready to indulge in a wide selection of ice-cold brews available for purchase from local breweries and a local winery while enjoying a winter wonderland filled with live music from Chain Station and Stepmother Nature, mouthwatering food trucks, an epic ice cream eating contest and an iconic ugly sweater fashion show.

Whether you're a craft beer connois-

seur or just looking for a fun day out, this event has something for everyone.

So grab your friends, raise your glasses, and let's toast to a frosty good time at Frosty Beer Fest!

Participating breweries and winery include: Lumpy Ridge Brewery Avant Garde Aleworks Estes Park Brewery Rock Cut Brewing Company Snowy Peaks Winery Entertainment: Chain Station Stepmother Nature Wear your best “ugly holiday sweater” and enter our Ugly Sweater Contest * Ice Cream eating Contest * *Winner for each contest receives two free tickets to Frozen Dead Guy Days 2024.

Proceeds go to Estes Park Western Heritage Foundation.

Go to www.eventbrite.com/e/frostybeer-fest-tickets-754026582807 for tickets and more information.

say, “Thank you!” As a bonus, donating increases serotonin, not making that up.

One of the main reasons we donate is because we feel good doing it.

As we near the close of 2023, keep some deadlines in mind: Sending a check: Mail must be postmarked by December 31.

Paying online: Cards must be charged

by December 31. Check on the homepage of your favorite organization. It might be through their site or a third party like ColoradoGives.org.

Walking it into the office: Love the small-town connection, but beware of irregular office hours over the holidays.

Do this now to be sure you catch the staff.

Are you 73 years or older and have an IRA? You must take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD). Consider sending this distribution directly to a charity for a win/win. Let’s say you are required to take $3000. You are taxed at

Limited Edition Pre-Order For Dr. Pickering’s Publication: He Came and Stayed: Pieter Hondius, The Estes Park Years Pre-orders have begun for Estes Park Museum Members for the limited edition of Dr. Pickering’s latest publication, He Came & Stayed: Pieter Hondius, The Estes Park Years. With a limited, first edition print of only 100 books, the collector’s edition, featuring a hardback cloth cover, stamped title, author autographed, and numbered book plate – will go quickly! This book is currently in production and will be delivered in early 2024.

The limited edition pre-order is only offered to current Museum Members.

Retailing for $59.95, all proceeds from the publication benefit the Estes Park Museum Friends and Foundation, Inc. with a mission to support the Estes Park Museum through fundraising and advocacy. Pre-orders can be placed by calling 970-577-3766 or emailing info@estesparkmuseumfriends.org. This exclusive sale ends December 22, 2023.

This biographical history provides a detailed account of the life and accomplishments of one of Estes Park's most important, yet largely overlooked, early residents. 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 established Elkhorn Lodge. In the years that followed Pieter Hondius went on to initiate a series of successful and far-sighted 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.

are busy doing this! The organization must receive and acknowledge your wire transfer by December 31.

Donating can take three minutes of effort, maybe 30 minutes if you drive into the office. But remember why you give and how good it feels to support the vital work of nonprofits you believe in.

Perhaps it’s just part of the fabric of your family tradition. And really, this is easier than figuring out what to get that person who has everything—you could donate in their name! DONE. The Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center elevates the impact of local nonprofits. To ask questions about giving options, email info@epnonprofit.org.

Together, we do good in the neighborhood. *However, to the extent the RMD is a return of basis or is a qualified distribution from a Roth IRA, it is tax free. IRS.gov

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PRISONERS OF HOPEGIVING YOUR CHILD THE GREATEST GIFT…ONE THAT KEEPS ON GIVING A great father once told his son: “You are my beloved son…in you I am well pleased!” He had watched his son grow from infancy, through childhood, as he grew in ‘wisdom, in stature, and in favor with God and man’, and now that great pronouncement, one that would be repeated again, but one that, even without saying on other occasions, was firmly imbedded in the heart of his son. “I always do those things that please Him.” Of course, you know that I am talking about God, the Father, who is proclaiming His joy at the life, growth, and service of His Son, Jesus. He proclaimed this twice, once upon Jesus’ baptism, and again on the Mount of Transfiguration. “You are loved!”, and, “I am so pleased with you!”

Parents, our own children need to hear similar words from us. A child’s selfimage is based largely on their perception of what their parents think of them. Some parents overdo their praise, but all too many err in the other direction. Many do not give their children the affirmation they need. Wess Stafford, president of Compassion International wrote: “I happen to believe that children carry with them at all times a little invisible chalkboard, a blank slate they hold up to us saying, ‘Please tell me something.

Something good about myself…about my life, my world.’ Sometimes we miss their silent pleas for affirmation.” I hope that these comments are receiving a firm ‘Amen’ from you… and your children as they benefit from your reinforcement.

Martha and I were blessed many years ago with the chance to adopt two babies …one in Phoenix, one in Los Angeles. Both have since had decades-long careers in law enforcement. One recently retired from his Colorado police department, the other will soon retire from CBI. Before and through those years we have constantly shared those words God shared with His Son. I hope that is true of you and your children as well.

As Christmas time approaches…a time of gift-giving…be sure that your children have and are receiving this greatest gift of affirmation from you, along with whatever other gifts you desire to give. I remember reading about a young boy in a loving foster care home, who was scheduled to meet a potential adoptive family for the first time. The adopting couple were anxious to impress the young boy. They began by telling him about his new home, ‘his own room’, a new bike and numerous toys, and physical things. When they finished, the boy noticing their focus on things, rather than their feelings, affection for, appreciation of, and hopes for, him, said simply: “If that’s all I’m going to get, I’d rather stay here.” The love and affirmation he was receiving where he was, was far more important and desirable than ‘things’.

We need to remember that when we do our shopping this holiday season.

‘Things’ don’t make up for a lack of ‘I love you!’, ‘Good job!’, ‘I’m well pleased with you!’, and other daily affirmations. Virginia Satir, a noted family therapist, says that everyone… young and old alike…needs eight affirmations for every one criticism or negative comment they receive. Otherwise, they may become like the little boy who, attending school for the first time and asked his name, said: “My name is Johnny Quit!” He had heard that negative ‘quit’ yelled so often in his direction, by both parents that he couldn’t remember his real last name.

I encourage you to say these words over and over: “You are my beloved…I am so pleased with you!” Hopefully it won’t seem strange to your children, but if it does, they will soon grow used to it…and love it. Be a father or mother, like your Heavenly Father.

And this will be a very merry Christmas.

Bob Lewis .

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Estes Park Village Band And Jazz Big Band To Present Holiday Concert

The Estes Park Jazz Big Band and Estes Park Village Band will present a Holiday Concert of traditional Christmas music as well as newer songs for the holidays on Sunday, December 10. The free concert will begin at 3:00 p.m. in the Estes Park High School Theater.

Sharing the conducting duties for Sunday’s program will be Melinda Workman and Chuck Varilek.

The Jazz Big Band will begin the concert with “Let It Snow!” Jan McCown will sing “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town” with the band and Denise Stookesberry will sing “Christmas Time Is Here.” “A Child Is Born” will also be performed along with other seasonal favorites.

Village Band selections will include Leroy Anderson’s “A Christmas Festival,” Clare Grundman’s “An English Christmas” and “Parade Of The The Village Band has been performing free concerts in the Estes Park community each year for the past 42 years.

The Jazz Big Band has been performing free conDenise Stookesberry Jan McCown certs in the Estes Park community each year for the Wooden Soldiers.” past 31 years.

For the band’s traditional end-of-conThe Estes Park Village Band and Jazz cert sing-along, Julie Varilek will lead the Big Band are community bands made audience in singing a medley of wellup of adult and school age musicians known Christmas songs, “The Ultimate from the Estes Park area as well as from Christmas Sing-Along,” arranged by Vil- surrounding communities. New memlage Band member Jerry Brubaker. bers are always welcome to perform Songs in the medley include “Jingle with the bands.

Bells,” “Deck The Halls,” “Silent Night” Call Chuck Varilek at 970-227-8704 for and “We Wish You A Merry Christmas.” more information.

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Christmas Concert With The Mountain Music Makers December 12 At Noon

Estes Park Senior Citizens Center Menu Dec 11 – 15 Monday, Dec 11

Breakfast Croissant (eggs topped w/ sausage patty), Hashbrowns & fruit

Tuesday, Dec 12

Mexican Platter (beef taco in corn shell, bean burrito topped w/ pork green chili & cheesy quesadilla) w/ refried beans

Wednesday, Dec 13 Philly Chicken Sandwich (topped w/ mozzarella cheese, green peppers & onions) w/ Potato Salad Thursday, Dec 14 Country Fried Steak w/ Mashed Potatoes, gravy & vegetables Friday, Dec 15

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

Dec 18 – 23 Monday, Dec 18

Chicken Breast stuffed w/ artichokes & spinach w/ Roasted Potatoes

Tuesday, Dec 19 Everyone is invited to attend a free concert and sing along with the Mountain Music Makers! Come and enjoy traditional and original Christmas and holiday songs. This special concert will be from 12:00 to 1:30 on Tuesday, December 12 at the Estes Park Senior Citizens Center (EPSCC), 1760 Olympian Ln. Beverages and light snacks will be provided, along with door prize drawings!

There are many talented musicians and singers in this local ensemble of Mountain Music Makers: Dana on fiddle, Ed on harmonica, Cleone on keyboard, Diane on guitar, Millie on guitar, Mary on bells, banjo and vocals, Sonja on the cajon (a wooden box made for percussion), Dylan on guitar and sound, and John, Jeff, and Andrea on vocals. They will be performing traditional holiday

songs along with original songs that are of local interest.

The Mountain Music Makers perform a variety of music throughout the year.

If you are interested in having them perform at your upcoming event, contact Cleone at CleoneBeall@gmail.com.

Attendees are welcome to eat lunch while attending the concert. Bring your own lunch or pre-purchase a hot lunch by ordering the day before. The meal on Tuesday will be a Variety Mexican Platter with refried beans. The cost of a meal is $7 for EPSCC members and $10 for non-members. You must order your meal before 1:00 p.m. on Monday, December 11. For more information about the EPSCC or to order a meal for the concert, please call (970) 599-4671.

BBQ Pork Ribs (4) w/ Baked Beans & coleslaw

Wednesday, Dec 20Shrimp Basket (8 fried) w/ Homemade Chips & soup Thursday, Dec 21 Chicken Primavera w/ Spaghetti, garlic bread & side salad Friday, Dec 22

Ham Dinner w/ Sweet Potato, vegetables & dessert

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, Dec 11th, you need to call before 1:00 PM on Friday, Dec 8th. 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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Embark On A Health Transformation Journey With The Kickstart Your Health Series

Allen Waterhouse 11th Grade Congratulstions to Allen Waterhouse, the Estes Park High School Student of the Week for December 8, 2023.

Allen is the son of Michelle and Frank Waterhouse.

At EPHS, Allen participates in the TTG Club (Table Top Gaming). His favorite class this year is science he is taking three science classes!

Allen is a full time student and balances school and work like a pro.

Outside of school, Allen enjoys playing video games and going to the card/game shop when he can.

He loves playing card games and RPGs and generally just having fun.

He can be found working at Safeway most weekends.

A place Allen would love to visit is California because his family lives there.

His favorite positive quote is, "Train tirelessly to defeat the greatest enemy, yourself, and to discover the greatest master, yourself " by Shi Su Yan. The best piece of advice he’s ever received is “Live life to the fullest and don’t let the sad things bring you down.”

After high school, Allen would like to attend college and have a good and interesting job, but he is not sure what career he wants yet.

Are you ready to revitalize your health and embrace a vibrant lifestyle in 2024?

Join Salud Family Health’s Community Health Educator, Chazz Glaze, for a lifechanging five-week Kickstart Your Health series. The series will take place every Wednesday from January 3rd to January 31st, 2024, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Salud Family Health, located at 1950 Redtail Hawk Drive.

This comprehensive series is designed to

Week 1: Power of Your Plate ● Understanding the impact of food choices on health ● Exploring the foundation of a plantbased diet for optimal well-being Week 2: Let’s Go! ● Setting achievable health goals ● Incorporating practical steps to transition to a plant-based lifestyle Week 3: Getting in Gear

empower participants to make informed choices about their nutrition and overall wellbeing. As a Food for Life instructor, Chazz will guide attendees through an interactive educational journey, providing practical tools and insights to enhance their health and vitality.

Overview of the Kickstart Your Health Series:

● Learning effective meal-planning strategies ● Discovering time-saving tips for busy schedules Week 4: Breaking the Food Seduction ● Understanding the influence of addictive foods ● Developing strategies to overcome cravings for unhealthy choices Week 5: Keys for Natural Appetite Control ● Exploring natural ways to regulate appetite ● Establishing a balanced and sustainable approach to healthy eating Every class will include a nutrition presentation, live cooking demonstration and recipe testing.

Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet: Scientific research consistently shows that adopting a plant-based diet can lead to a myriad of health benefits, including: ● Weight management and improved metabolism ● Lowering the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes ● Boosting energy levels and promoting overall well-being ● Supporting a sustainable and ecofriendly lifestyle Spaces are limited. To reserve your spot in this transformative series, advanced registration is required by December 30, 2023. Email chazz@higherelevationscoaching.com to reserve your spot today. Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your health and make 2024 your healthiest year yet!

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Memory Cafe In Estes Park December 14 Memory Café is a relaxed, social gathering for Estes Valley community members experiencing memory loss due to any form of dementia, together with their partner, family member, or friend. We stimulate engagement, attention and memory by enjoying coffee/snacks, con-

versation, singing, and sharing remembrances through games and activities.

Research and the medical community encourage fun, social activity for all of us as we age but especially for those with memory loss. We aim to support caregivers as well, through fun and friendship.

This month on

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Thursday, December 14th we will be celebrating Christmas past and present with songs, holiday snacks, games and a craft. Wear something Christmasy if you like. We continually celebrate our Memory Cafe friendships with community members both new and ongoing. Come be a

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part of the fun. We meet at St. Bartholomew’s Church (880 MacGregor Ave.) from 10:00-11:30 (second Thursday of every month). All are welcome!

Call the church 970586- 4504 or Jane at 970-430-8105 for more information, if you would like to participate as guests, or to volunteer to help.

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Estes Park Health Employees Help Make Christmas Brighter For Local Families Over the past several weeks, some ployees choose to select the gifts hands out the presents to the famiEstes Park Health employees have they wish to purchase from the lies. been busy little elves. They’ve col- wish list EPH receives. Others The nonprofit Bright Christmas lected more than 70 gifts and gift choose to donate cash. has been generously serving famicards for four Estes Park families, With the donations of cash, em- lies for 37 years. Bright Christmas including 13 children for the ployees go out and shop to fulfill helps up to 125 families enjoy a Bright Christmas program. the wish lists. This week, employ- brighter Christmas with gifts choEPH’s involvement with Bright ees had a wrapping party to get all sen especially for the children and Christmas started in the Patient of the gifts collected decorated, la- a generous food gift. Thanks to Financial Services department sev- beled, and separated by families. their efforts, many families in need eral years ago. The effort has exThese donations are then delivered have been helped through this colpanded facility wide. Some emto Bright Christmas. That group laborative outreach.

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Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary Club Welcomes Frank Castro

Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary is pleased to welcome Frank Castro to the Sunrise Rotary Club on Tuesday, November 28, 2023. Niki Gassmann is his sponsor.

Frank has transferred his Rotary membership from the Mt. Kisco Rotary Club in New York.

Frank is a Senior Vice President–Wealth Management Financial Advisor with UBS. He joined UBS in 2007 after spending 13 years at Morgan Stanley.

He has 29 years of experience and focuses on the development and implementation of estate and wealth transfer strategies. Frank works with high-networth clients to develop a customized strategic wealth plan that includes coordinating the client’s legal, tax and insur-

ance professionals.

Frank served as a Member of Mt. Kisco Rotary Club, board member of Mt. Kisco Library Foundation and Rotary International South African Literacy Campaign.

Frank along with his wife Melissa and two sons Kyle and Zachary live full time in Estes Park.

Frank is an advocate for the Rotary motto 'Service Above Self ' which conveys a humanitarian spirit.

Rotary is a global network of 1.4 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. For more than 110 years, Rotarians have used their passion, energy, and intelligence to take action on sustainable projects. From literacy and peace to water and health, we are always working to better our world, and we stay committed to the end. Join us!

Learn more at: portal.clubrunner.ca/5242.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY! iii has been “inhancing” the image of Estes Park businesses and organizations for over 26 years. It can be buttons or badges, patches or pens, blankets or bottles, clothing of color, logos and labels. You need it customized then iii is the place to go. Need a special hat – see iii. Engraved glassware – see iii. Need a heat transfer – see iii. Need embroidery – see iii. $142,500

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The Rotary Club of Estes Park is delighted to present a check for $750 to the Police Department Auxiliary to benefit the Auxiliary’s annual Blue Santa program. The Blue Santa program delivers non-perishable food, gifts, and hygiene products to disabled, elderly, and shut-in community members who need a little extra holiday cheer.

Blue Santa coordinator Lori Bradford says that the program will serve more than 95 households this year. This is only possible due to the generosity of the Estes Valley community. Thanks to Blue Santa, deserving local residents will share a smile and some companionship on a day when they might otherwise go unnoticed.

Blue Santa is still seeking donations to enable them to help all the people who are on their list this year. You can help out through this week.

Send monetary contributions to the Blue Santa Program, c/o Estes Park Police Auxiliary, P.O. Box 1287, Estes Park, CO 80517; or leave a check or cash in

any of the Blue Santa collection jars located in shops and other businesses around Estes Park.

Your donations in any amount make a difference. Every penny donated will be used to fund items for Blue Santa recipients. Questions can be sent to BlueSanta@estes.org .

The funds donated by Noon Rotary to Blue Santa came primarily from the sale of Friendship Cards, which are sold at numerous locations in Estes Park and provide discounts at over 70 local merchants.

Friendship Cards cost $10 and make excellent holiday gifts. All proceeds from the sale of these cards are used for local community service projects and awards to local non-profit organizations like Blue Santa. 2024 cards will be available in the next week at Country Market, the E.P. Visitor Center, Safeway Guest Services, Cabintique, Wynbrier, MacDonald Book Shop, Rocky Mountain Gateway, Mad Moose and Quality Inn.

Noon Rotary Club Foundation Matches Member Donations To Deliver $18,900 To Local Nonprofits Rotarians in Estes Park support various local nonprofits with their time, talent, and personal funds throughout the year.

The Rotary Club of Estes Park, Colorado, U.S.A. Foundation, Inc. recently sponsored a Matching Charitable Community Grants Program to double donations made by club members to charities of their choice at this special time of year.

This year the Foundation is providing a total of $9,450 in matching donations to 22 local nonprofit organizations that are close to members’ hearts. Each member picked a nonprofit they planned to donate to and sent their gift with the name of their selection to the Foundation.

The Foundation then matched individual club members’ donations and sent

checks to the selected agencies. Adding it up, that’s a total of $18,900 donated to boost organizations helping people throughout the Estes Valley.

Foundation funding primarily comes from the annual Estes Park Duck Race when supporters purchase duck adoptions and designate the Rotary Club of Estes Park Foundation. The Foundation also receives some direct donations and “Happy Money” contributed by club members at weekly meetings throughout the year.

The Rotary Club of Estes Park meets for fellowship and lunch on Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. at the American Legion Post 119, 850 N. St. Vrain Ave., Estes Park. The weekly program begins at noon.

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What Should You Ask A Financial Advisor?

Managing your finances and investing for your future are important tasks — and they can be challenging. But you don’t have to go it alone. Many people benefit from working with a financial advisor, someone who knows their needs and goals and makes appropriate recommendations. If you’re considering getting some help, you’ll want to ensure a particular financial advisor is right for you, so it’s a good idea to ask questions.

Here are some to consider: • Have you worked with people like me? All of us are unique individuals. Yet, you do share certain characteristics with others — age, income, family situation and so on. And you might feel comfortable knowing that a financial advisor has worked with people like you and can readily understand and appreciate your needs and specific goals: college for your children, a certain type of retirement lifestyle, the kind of legacy you’d like to leave and others. The more information you can provide about yourself upfront, the better your chances of finding a good match.

• Do you have a particular investment philosophy? Some financial advisors follow a particular investment style, while others might focus on specific investments or categories. There’s nothing inherently wrong with these types of approaches, but you might be better served by working with someone who takes a broader view — one that emphasizes helping clients meet their goals over any particular philosophy or strategy.

• How will you communicate with me? Open and frequent communication are key to a successful relationship with a financial advisor. So, you’ll want to know what you can expect. Will you have annual or semi-annual reviews of your accounts? In between these reviews, can you contact your advisor at

any time with questions you may have?

How will an advisor notify you to recommend investment moves? Is the financial advisor the individual you’ll communicate with, or are other people involved?

• How do you define success for your clients? Some investors track their portfolios’ performance against that of a specific market index, such as the S&P 500.

But these types of benchmarks can be misleading. For one thing, investors should strive for a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds and other investments, whereas the S&P 500 only tracks the largest U.S. stocks. So, when you talk to potential financial advisors about how they define success for their clients, you may want to look for responses that go beyond numbers and encompass statements such as these: “I’m successful if my clients trust me to do the right things for them. And, most important, I’m successful when I know I’ve helped my clients reach all their goals.”

• How are you compensated? Financial advisors are compensated in different ways — some work on commissions, some charge fees, and some combine fees and commissions. There isn’t necessarily any best method, from a client’s point of view, but you should clearly understand how a potential advisor is compensated before you begin a professional relationship.

These aren’t the only questions you might ask a potential financial advisor, but they should give you a good start.

When you’re trusting someone to help you with your important financial goals, you want to be completely comfortable with that individual — so ask whatever is on your mind.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by our local Edward Jones Financial Advisors. Edward Jones, Member SIPC.

TDS Donates To The EPH Foundation On “Wellness Wednesday”

On Wednesday, Nov. 29, Associate Manager of Field Cable Marketing for TDS Tariq Bhatti (left) donated important medical equipment to Estes Park Health in honor of “Wellness Wednesday.” President of the Estes Park Health Foundation Kevin Mullin was on hand to accept the gifts of six nebulizers and six canes. TDS provide medical equipment support on this day to “ensure

everyone has equal access to medical supplies. EPH is grateful for these generous gifts.

The week after Thanksgiving is a traditional time for people to shop and to donate. “Wellness Wednesday” joins “Cyber Monday,” “Giving Tuesday,” “Thankful Thursday,” and “Food Banking Friday” as days set aside for particular holiday activities.

Antonio Franco Honored At Town Board Meeting

Antonio Franco was recently honored by the Estes Park Mayor and Town Board at the last board meeting for his recent accomplishment in attaining permanent residency in the United

States. Town members congratulated him on the hard work and dedication necessary to attain this wonderful achievement.

Congratulations, Antonio!

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Rebel Pop Artisan Bazaar & Cocktail Soiree December 16 Pirate Face Productions is pleased to announce the highly anticipated return of Rebel Pop's! Annual Artisan Bazaar and Cocktail Soiree on December 16th.

This year's event, hosted in the new location at the back lounge of Lonigans Saloon from 6 p.m. to midnight, promises

Rachel Hutchens: Add a festive touch to your holiday decor with one-of-akind wreaths crafted from Christmas ornaments.

The Windy Cabin Candles: Illuminate your space with 100% soy wax candles

Odin, Patrick, Guinea Pigs; Chuck & Larry And Kona Are Seeking New, Loving Families Or Foster Homes

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.

Patrick Patrick is about a year old.

He is a happy dog that loves people. He is pretty good on a leash but needs to be encouraged a little. He has lived with cats but needs continued work with his kitty manners.

He weighs about 50 pounds.

Chuck & Larry a vibrant atmosphere with a festive setting, live music, and an array of unique merchants.

Returning and new artisans alike will deck the halls with holiday gifts, offering a diverse selection for attendees. The night will feature live music from various talented musicians, accompanied by a selection of festive cocktails.

Here's a preview of what to expect from some of our featured merchants: Colorfully Blessed Designs: Explore a range of tie-dye clothing, tapestries, accessories, wood engravings, and handmade hemp jewelry.

Ronda Suarez: Experience the coziness of handmade knitted items, perfect for the winter season.

ReMixed: Embrace your unique style with repurposed shawls, tapestry bags, leather items, one-of-a-kind jewelry, and bleach pen clothing.

Innovation Forge: Elevate your home with forged metal goods, including bottle openers, BBQ tools, and ornaments.

Redrum Tattoo Co.: Show off your edgy side with hoodies, t-shirts, beanies, and the chance to snag some exciting drawings.

housed in repurposed glass.

Distracted Raven: Explore dark dolls, new age items, and even partake in psychic readings.

Buffy: Snuggle up with famous quilts and other hand-sewn items, suitable for both the naughty and nice on your list.

Lithium: Infuse fun into the holiday season with gore ornaments and quirky, rocking gifts.

ShannonAgains: Discover a Coloradomade, unique food and gift menagerie that will add a local touch to your holiday shopping.

The evening's musical lineup includes Nicky Wag and friends, delivering blues and rock, Marshall Naasead with classic and flamenco guitar melodies, Rachel Hutchens showcasing her saxophone skills, and Marcus James crooning to captivate the audience. Joining Rebel Pop! for the first time, Elia King and his brother Jared Stafford will headline with tunes to keep the crowd dancing and singing along.

Rebel Pop! remains your ultimate destination for holiday shopping, offering a delightful mix of live music, unique finds, and festive cheer.

We need loving homes for some cute guinea pigs, Chuck and Larry. They are very sweet and need to be adopted together (Guinea pigs are much happier with a buddy). They are very sweet and can be handled just fine.

They are currently staying at the Pet Lodge.

Kona

Kona is house and crate trained, great with other dogs and knows some commands. She loves toys! She is not good with small animals. She weighs about 50 pounds and is approximately two years old. She is currently in foster care.

Please call (970) 286-1652 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 petassociationestespark.com.

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Hold Fast! Stay True!

What Does Hope Mean To You? By: Brian Schaffer

At Crossroads Ministry hope is a joyful expectation of what is to come. We see hope every day at Crossroads: a child receiving a food bag for the weekend, a family being able to keep their housing, a shut-in senior receiving a healthy meal delivered to their door, a neighbor receiving a full-time job, or a teenager learning to cope and move forward after a traumatic experience. Hope is holding hands with our neighbors in the good, the hard, and everything in between.

Hope is building relationships with our neighbors to help them get through a challenging season and transform their lives and our community.

At Christmas, hope is made possible through the care, support, and generosity of partners like you. Because, when we care at Christmas, we bring hope to our neighbors all year long!

Help us bring hope and care this Christmas, and all year long through the work of Crossroads Ministry.

This last Tuesday was Colorado Gives Day so we invite you to join hundreds of others by making a donation this month to your favorite nonprofit organizations.

All funds received through Crossroads Ministry will be doubled up to $25,000!

You can make a secure online donation at www.CrossroadsEP.org or mail in a check to P.O. Box 3616, Estes Park, CO 80517. Thanks!

Community Christmas Church Services Allenspark Community Church Christmas Services The Christmas season is here and the Allenspark Community Church invites you to join us for the celebration of the birth of the Christ child on Sunday, December 24th at 4:00 p.m.

The log church, located at 16 Washington Street in Allenspark, will be decorated with garlands (the love and peace of Christ), sparkling lights (symbolizing Christ being the light of the world), and red poinsettias (the leaves are thought to be a symbol of the Star of Bethlehem).

The first Advent service will be December 3rd; the remaining Advent services will continue on December 10th, 17th, 24th at 10:00 a.m. The Christmas Eve service on the 24th will include the lighting of the fifth Advent candle, signifying the birth of Christ.

At 4:00 on Christmas Eve, Reverend Debbie Unruh will lead this service which will include singing favorite

hymns, telling the story of Christ’s birth through scriptures, and special music by the church choir and guests.

The Allenspark Community Church wishes all of you a very Blessed Christmas and looks forward to seeing you at any or all of the services of the Christmas season.

Mountain View Bible Fellowship Church, 1575 S. S. Vrain Ave., Estes Park.

Christmas Hymns, December 17th in the Sanctuary at 9:00 a.m. (will be in place of our normal Sunday School time.

Candlelight Christmas Eve Service, Decemeber 24, 5:00 p.m.

If you would like your Christmas church services listed, please email information to Kris Hazelton at kris@estesparknews.com by Monday at noon for the following Friday.

A Service Of Remembrance And Hope Not everyone is up and cheery for the Christmas holidays. Are you grieving the loss of a loved one, touched by divorce, making sense of a new diagnosis, coping with the loss of employment/housing, living with a chronic illness, or feeling alone when culture is seemingly so cele-

bratory? Please join those who may be sharing your feelings for a less public service where you can be authentic when it’s not a Merry Christmas on Saturday, December 16th at 2:00 p.m. at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church (880 MacGregor Avenue).

By: Larry Strong

God’s Word is full of promises. One of my favorites is, “Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” Now there’s a promise I can “hold fast” to! A promise from the Lord Himself is, “In this world you will have trouble.” If you’re feeling like you’ve been living out this promise for too long, take hope. God also promises to never abandon or forsake us. In essence, He promises to “hold fast and stay true” to each of us.

Take comfort with this truth.

During rough seas or storms, sailors would encourage each other to “hold fast,” which would mean grabbing on to rigging or something solid to prevent them from being swept overboard. The person at the helm of the ship would hear the command, “stay true,” which meant to keep the compass heading on the correct bearing to avoid being blown far off course.

Men on Fire meets every Saturday to encourage men to “Hold fast and stay true!” We do this without really thinking much about it. All we know is that we’re doing everything we can, with God’s grace, to not get tossed overboard or thrown off course. This is a tall order in our world today. We often feel like we’ve

got a death grip on the sides of our personal six foot dinghy with no oars or rudder. We’re hangin’ on for dear life and taking on water from the rough seas splashing over the sides. Our response?

“Hold fast!” “Stay true!”

This Saturday, 8:00 a.m. at the American Legion many men will gather together to extend and receive encouragement in their faith and life journey. This happens around breakfast burritos, hot coffee and donuts—all free to our “first time” guys. We’ll have a short message and then we’ll chew the fat about how we can apply what was shared to our lives. Our aim is to leave better equipped, prepared and inspired to become the father, brother, husband, employer and leader we desire to be. We’re convinced we’ve got a better shot of that happening when we’re in the fight with other guys suiting up for the field of battle or rough seas. Men on Fire is not a spectator sport.

Come join us Saturday, 850 N. St. Vrain, 8:00 a.m. at the American Legion.

We’re a non-denominational band of brothers with diverse faith journeys sharing our common hope, faith and encouragement. Regardless of where you find yourself on your journey of faith, you’ll be accepted, welcomed and encouraged. And yes, along the way when we find ourselves up against it, one may hear the shout, “Hold fast, stay true!”

2023 Fall Session Standings Cued Up 122 The Break-Fast Club 108 Linda’s Boys 104 The Big Break 96 Stray Cats 87 MOB 87 If interested in playing or starting a team contact Joyce Hughes at (970) 586-2281

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Ecological Colorado Towns By: Judi Smith

First, I typed the subject, “Ecological Colorado Towns,” into search engines, but all the answers I received were travel ads extolling the ecological advantages of various tourism attractions and lodges. So, then, I carefully researched individual Colorado municipalities and what they were doing ecologically.

My plan was to address 30 cities and towns using very brief paragraphs.

Easier said than done!

Some of our Colorado communities have been very active pursuing their ecological goals and even these, not so brief, paragraphs do not do justice to the goals and achievements.

Nearly every town or city lists EV charging stations, single stream recycling, and free bus transportation as actions they have taken to combat climate change.

Waiving of permits for climate friendly remodels is also common. And many have water saving projects. Most communities seem to be focusing on transportation, clean energy generation for residential and commercial buildings (often handled separately), and/or waste disposal.

Always on the cutting edge of environmental legislation, Aspen (population: 6,871) passed a new organic waste ordinance in February 2023 which will formally begin to take effect January 1, 2024 when all retail food establishments fall under its rules. All commercial businesses will join them Jan1, 2026 and anyone in Aspen that generates organic waste (generally food or plant matter) must find other disposal avenues by January 1, 2028. However, there have already been changes since the Aspen Environmental Health and Sustainability Department has been busily educating residents and businesses about available options and in-depth training for composting possibilities. The Aspen Sustainability Action Plan, revised in 2023, pursues a goal of reducing greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions by 63.4% by 2030, then continuing until reaching State goal of 0% emissions by 2050, if not before. The plan pursues multiple ways to address the threat of climate change (and the wildfires it generates), the loss of biodiversity, and the increasing challenges it presents to the health of the human population.

Through Green Destinations, Breckenridge (population: 5024) has attained certification as a Mountain Ideal Sustainable Destination (the 3rd in the USA), accredited by Global Destinations Tourism Council. As a “Leave No Trace Partner” under “B Like Breckenridge,” they encourage responsible interaction with others and the environment. The Sustainable Breck Programs encompass Green Commuting, Climate Action,

Waste Reduction, Destination Management, and Water Efficiency projects.

These detailed and comprehensive programs set excellent pathways for other Towns. Further: “High Country Conservation Center,” started as a non-profit, now a Department of Summit County, certifies Green Businesses (Gold, Silver, Bronze), runs County recycling programs, and maintains the A to Z list (“Rocky Recycling”).

Both Breckenridge and Steamboat have raised the fees designated by the CO HB211261 that bans plastic single use carry out bags and, eventually, expanded polystyrene take-out boxes. Breckenridge has also expanded the coverage to include all stores, regardless of size or marketing venues.

Haulers who are active in Steamboat Springs (population: 13,390) must submit to the City an estimate of the collected content, broken down into Landfill, Recyclables, Organics, and Construction-and-demolition (C&D) waste. This is in keeping with the Colorado directive to track what we (as a State) are throwing out and where we are throwing it. Once we know, it will be easier to mandate changes. Steamboat is both financially and philosophically vested in promoting Solar, locally as a Town, as part of the regional development, and for local residents, businesses, and organizations. In 2021, they adopted the Routt County Climate Action Plan (CAP) which covers energy, transportation, land use, waste, accountability, and economics in pursuit of a 74% ghg reduction by 2050.

The Mission of the Eagle (population: 7538) Sustainability program says “Consciously making decisions today to strengthen the quality of life for all living things in the future.” The effort is now funded by the (relatively new) Adam Palmer Sustainability Fund. Mr. Palmer, recently deceased, was the Eagle County Sustainability Director, served on the Board of Holy Cross Energy, and was an Eagle Town Councilman. Supporting all three facets of sustainability, “Economy, Ecology, and Equity” with micro grants for use in the Town of Eagle, they chose the creation of a solar garden (with partners Eagle County, Holy Cross Energy, Walking Mountains Science Center), and development of curbside composting collection for the first two major projects. They are also collaborating with the Climate Action Collaborative for Eagle County and with Project Drawdown, named for “the point in time when levels of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere stop climbing and start to steadily decline.”

Agree? Disagree? Questions? Comments? RRRcyc@signsandwishes.com

EPUMC Makes Christmas A Little Brighter!

As a part of Estes Park United Methodist Church’s efforts to support programs that help local youth, this year EPUMC will be the signature sponsor of the "Spark Holiday Joy" event by Partners. At this activity, youth receive a give card to shop for presents for their loved ones during the holiday season. The youth and their Partners' mentor create a budget, look for the best prices, then go shopping. There is then a gift-wrapping and breakfast/lunch party.

According to Kathy Whitacre, Partners Program Director, "Many youth and volunteers find it to be the most fun and meaningful activity that we provide!"

Due to rising costs, Partners was struggling to continue this program, so the EPUMC Administrative Council voted to provide $100 gift cards for 25 youth to shop for their loved ones and $500 for a breakfast/lunch gift-wrapping party for the youth and sponsors. Picture above is Sid Scott, Administrative Council Chair, presenting the check to Whitacre.

Partners is a local non-profit that's mission is to empower youth and community members to achieve their full potential through mentoring, prevention education, and strategic partnership.

St. Francis Of Assisi Anglican Church Offering “Tuesdays at 2” At The Library “Tuesdays at Two” is a discussion group, sponsored by St. Francis Of Assisi Anglican Church and guided by their Rector, Bishop Owen Williams.

Not your typical Bible Study, the Bishop will lead a study on the Faith, Practice and History of the Anglican Church, with a focus on the Book of Common Prayer. The group will meet weekly at the Estes Park Library in the Wasson Board Room from 2 to 3 p.m., beginning this Tuesday, December 3rd, 2023.

Bishop Williams grew up in the Anglican Church, learning from his father, The Rev. Dr. Evan R. Williams, who received his Doctorate in Moral Theology from Oxford University and, interestingly, was a contemporary of C.S. Lewis.

Bishop Williams has served Parishes in New Hampshire, Oregon, and California.

Over the summer and fall, the group has been studying The Didache, sometimes called the “Teaching of the Apostles.” Now, as winter approaches, we are

delving into a study of the Book of Common Prayer and its history.

This is not just a book you pull out of the pew racks only on Sunday mornings. It is a spiritual guide, a source of information on the Christian Life of prayer and worship.

With its fascinating history, it teaches traditional, Biblical faith and practice.

It is a tool to deepen our faith and broaden our understanding. It enlivens our spirits and help us to draw closer to the Creator.

Come and join us for an hour, learn a little history, deepen your faith, maybe have some of those unanswerable questions answered. For more information, call (970) 577-0601.

St. Francis of Assisi Anglican Church is located at 3480 St. Francis Way, Estes Park, (970) 577-060, website: stfrancisestespark.com Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Holy Communion (Preceded by Morning Prayer at 9 a.m.)

“Tuesdays at 2” – Weekly Discussion Group - EP Library, Wasson Board Room.

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James R. Beins (1947-2023)

James (Jim) R. Beins, age 76 of York, NE and Estes Park, CO died Wednesday, November 29, 2023, in Rocky Mountain National Park.

He was born on June 4, 1947, to Russell Rae and Mildred (Lofink) Beins in Lincoln, NE. On June 8, 1968, he was united in marriage to Sheri Reetz in York, NE. He is survived by his wife Sheri, sons Jeff (Patsy) Beins and Brian (Sherri Wattenbarger) Beins. His grandchildren include Ashlyn, Aaron (significant other Katie Morrison), and AJ Beins all of Lincoln, NE. He is also survived by his siblings, Susan (LaVern) Hansel, Fran (Robert) Brauer, Ed (Rita) Beins, brother-in-law Tom Lonowski, sister-in-law Patsy Haggadone (Jerry) and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, parents-in-law Melvin and JoAnn Reetz, and his sister Margie Lonowski.

A Celebration of Life for Jim will be held on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at 2:30 p.m. at Emmanuel Lutheran Church 9th & Beaver Avenue, York, Nebraska 68467.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to Emmanuel Lutheran Church or Rocky Mountain Conservancy.

Jim, Jimmy, James Rae Beins, husband, father, grandfather, brother-in law, brother, uncle, ......He left us Wednesday afternoon November 29th doing what he had grown to love so much in retirement. All he needed was a good walking stick, a small backpack, and a trail in Rocky Mountain National Park to make for a great day.

It could be a solo hike, just Jim and Sheri, a son, grandchild, family, or friends. Taking a tour by foot to see and share all the views and splendor of the park brought him great joy. When not in the park or even back in Nebraska you would see him glow and smile as he shared a story of a hike or the wildlife of Estes Park. He would almost always have a photo or video to share of a view or wildlife from the park if you asked. In the recent years, an older almost retired male elk came around all the cabins on Eagle Cliff regularly. Dad developed a bond with this single elk and referred to him as Ralph. Ralph would usually visit twice a day throughout most of the year.

On Wednesday, November 29th Jim

was on a beautiful, sunny-day mountain hike with his son Brian near Cub Lake. He was already at a very high elevation – close to God -- taking in the views. It was the man upstairs that decided this was the best time for him to finish the climb up in a quick and peaceful final hike to what had to be the most incredible view that any hike could ever offer........

Jim’s Life James Rae Beins was born June 4th, 1947, to Russell Rae Beins and Mildred K. (Lofink) Beins in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Jim graduated from York High School in 1965 and then attended the University of Nebraska – Lincoln where he completed his pharmacy degree. During this time, he completed a pharmacy internship at Hartman’s Rexall Drug in York, Nebraska, where he became better acquainted with Sheri K. Reetz who was working there as a soda jerk. They knew one another in high school but began dating while working together at Hartman’s. This led to the best decision of Jim’s life: proposing to Sheri. They were married on June 8th, 1968, at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in York, Nebraska. Once married, they lived in Lincoln while Jim worked to finish his pharmacy degree. On January 3rd, 1969, they welcomed the first of two boys into their world, Jeffrey Jay. After completing pharmacy school, Jim took his first pharmacy position at Boyer Drug of York, Nebraska, working for Miles Hildebrand. Jim’s next move took the family to Norfolk, Nebraska, where he worked at Sunset Drug as a pharmacist and eventually became store manager.

During their time in Norfolk, they were blessed with son number #2, Brian Edward on November 24th, 1973.

In 1979, Jim and Shari returned to their hometown and purchased Hartman’s Rexall Drug, the pharmacy where they originally met, and changed the name to Beins Rexall Drug. They operated the pharmacy together until 2000 when Jim took a pharmacy position with Wal-Mart Pharmacy. Jim never fully retired but continued doing occasional relief pharmacy at Henderson Pharmacy in Henderson, Nebraska. Jim was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church of York, serving as an Elder, and the Nebraska Pharmacy Association. Early on, he was a member of York Sertoma and recently updated his membership in the York Elks Lodge #1024.

Jim’s loves in life included his wife of 55+ years, Sheri, his sons Jeff (Patsy) Beins, Brian (Sherri Wattenbarger) Beins, his grandchildren Ashlyn, Aaron (significant other Katie Morrison) and AJ Beins all of Lincoln, Nebraska. In retirement, Jim found great joy in spending time with family and friends in Estes Park, Colorado. He was always elated to host someone on a hike or drive thru the park to share the beauty and wildlife of the Rocky Mountains.

The family sends a special thank you to Holly Reetz and Rocky Mountain National Park EMS - Search and Rescue.

Jim will be missed for his devotion to his family, his church, and his community.

Mikilynn Wollett

Mikilynn Wollett, a cherished resident of Estes Park, passed away on November 16, 2023, at the age of 53.

Born on May 3, 1970, Miki left a lasting impact on the hearts of those who knew her.

A loving wife to Scott and a devoted mother, Miki is survived by her two children, Brianna (24) and Alex (19), and her husband, Scott (53). She leaves behind a legacy of warmth, inclusivity, and a passion for embracing one's true self. Miki's advocacy for individuality and acceptance touched the lives of many, making her a cherished figure in the community.

In honor of her memory, a memorial service to celebrate Miki's life will be

held at the Pavilion at the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park on December 14, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. The family welcomes friends, acquaintances, and community members who knew Miki to join in remembering her life and legacy. Light snacks will be provided, and the event will be an informal gathering, not a catered affair. To reflect Miki's vibrant spirit and love for individuality, attendees are encouraged to wear something colorful, fun, or whatever they feel most comfortable in.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to the GoFundMe campaign established to support them during this difficult time. Contributions can be made at gofund.me/f2b406e6.

Mikilynn Wollett will be deeply missed by family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched. May her legacy of love, acceptance, and passion for life live on in the hearts of those who knew her.

Wayne E. Brown Wayne E. Brown, 85, of Estes Park, CO, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023 with his family near his side. He was born on February 21, 1938 in Pennsylvania to Charles and Pauline (Roth) Brown. Wayne played varsity basketball and graduated from GlenNor High School in Norwood, PA, and graduated from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. Wayne and Mary Johnson were married in Chicago, IL on October 8, 1966.

He worked and managed in the IT industry from the days of punch cards

in the 1960s through Y2K in 2000.

Wayne was an avid golfer – enjoying the Estes Park men’s golf league (where he hit a hole in one), he loved to hike, travel, watch sports (both live and on TV), read, and spend time with his wife and family at their cabin in Estes Park since 1975.

Wayne is survived by his wife, Mary and their son, Eric Brown, and his sister, Ethel Brown. He was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Pauline Brown.

Wayne will be laid to rest in the Estes Valley Memorial Gardens Cemetery during a private graveside service.

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