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You Can Help Save Lives! Donate To Quota Club’s Mission To Get A Lifesaving AED In Every Estes Park Police Department Vehicle funds so that we can put AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) in every police vehicle. Currently, our officers share two AEDs, that they essentially check out of the office when they go out on a call. What a wonderful thing it would be if every car were equipped with this lifesaving tool.

Having an AED at hand can indeed save lives.

An AED is a portable, easy to use device that measures the heartbeat via sticky pads attached to the chest. The AED will deliver a shock via these pads to restart the heart of a person suffering a cardiac arrest. When cardiac arrest occurs, defibrillation is the only means of restarting the heart love in those crucial first minutes when and preventing death. the heart stops beating the way it should. When asked the reason why the Estes EPPD recently asked Quota Club of Park Police Department needs these AED Estes Park to help them equip all of the units for their patrol cars, Captain Rick police cars with these life-saving AEDs. Life stated, “Quite often, members of our Quota mempolice department are first bers are eager on scene at an emergency to help this call since our officers are alfund-raising ways out patrolling the endeavor and town. Having the ability to this letter start defibrillation before went out to the ambulance even gets potential there greatly improves the donors. chances of saving lives.�

Captain Life added, “All of Dear Estes our officers are trained First Park; Responders.

I have personWe are writally seen a person whom I thought had ing to you on behalf of the Estes Park no chance of making it, saved by an Quota Club Foundation. As you may AED. This person was unresponsive at know, in past years the Quota Club has the initial call and through the help of the raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to AED, was talking to the ambulance crew provide ambulances for our community.

We are asking you to assist us in raising on their way into the ambulance. It was It happens often. A call for medical aid comes into our dispatch center and someone is suffering cardiac arrest, is not breathing or has collapsed and police are very often first on the scene. We never know who will be the one in need.

It could be yourself, your spouse, your parent, a friend or a special loved one.

Estes Park Police officers are in need of a tool to help them save lives of those we

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amazing and a very happy ending to that situation.�

We know the importance of a quick and early response when someone is having a sudden cardiac arrest emergency. For every minute without treatment, a victim’s rate of survival decreases by 7% to 10%!

Our goal is to raise $25,000 by the first of February. Please join us in our quest to provide a safer community, not only for our residents but for the thousands of guests that come each year to visit our great little town.

Donations are tax-deductible and checks can be made out to Quota of Estes Park, Foundation. Please mail your donation to Quota of Estes Park, P.O. Box 1273, Estes Park, CO 80517.

Thank you for your support of this important project!

Sincerely, Gail Albers & Kris Hazelton AED Chairpersons, Quota Club of Estes Park Quota Club is hoping everyone will wish to contribute to this life-saving fund. Even a $5 or $10 or $20 donation can and will make a difference! The goal is to collect the money needed by February of 2018 so the AED units may be purchased and in use by the first of the year. Please consider a donation to help save lives, you never know, the life you save could be your own.

Thank you.

Larimer County Town Of Estes Park Christmas & New Year’s Closures Christmas Holiday Closure The Town of Estes Park municipal offices will be closed on Friday, Dec. 22 and Monday, Dec. 25 for the Christmas holiday. Offices will resume normal operating hours Tuesday, Dec, 26. Offices will also be closed Monday, Jan. 1 for the New Year's Day holiday, resuming normal hours on Tuesday, Jan. 2.

Larimer County Offices, Courts, District Attorney’s Office, and Landfill will be closed Christmas Day, December 25, 2017.

Critical services at Larimer County are not interrupted by closures.

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CDOT Makes Progress On US 34 Canyon And Plans To Open To All Traffic For Holiday Season The Colorado Department of Transportation and Kiewit Infrastructure Co. will open US 34 for travel between Loveland and County Road 43 (Drake) for access to Estes Park during the holiday season.

US 34 west of Drake remains closed for a two-mile stretch, so motorists on US 34 will use Larimer County Road 43 to travel between Loveland to Estes Park.

Through travelers are still encouraged to use US 36 into Estes Park to avoid delays.

US 34 will open to all motorists (with or without residential permits) at 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 22, and will remain open until 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 2. Construction activities are ongoing and many areas continue to have only one passable lane, so pilot cars will navigate motorists through the canyon during the holiday opening. These lane restrictions and the anticipated extra traffic on the road for the holidays could mean delays exceeding one hour, especially on Sunday, Dec. 31. Motorists should plan for extra travel time if they plan to use US 34, and cyclists should plan not to ride in the busy one-lane corridor, for their safety. US 34 west of Drake remains closed for a two mile stretch, so motorists on US 34 will use Larimer County Road 43 to travel between Loveland to Estes Park. We encourage those drivers who can, to still use the US 36 and CO 66 detour for travel between Estes Park and Loveland.

This holiday opening is part of CDOT’s promise to reduce the inconvenience to canyon residents and nearby communities as much as possible. Drivers should remember to drive slowly and be prepared to stop at the single-lane sections.

During this scheduled opening, motorists will notice significant changes in the canyon since October: Work between mile points 80 to 83 is nearly complete and we anticipate having two lanes open through this area when the highway opens for holiday travel. Inside this tight area, crews completed 14,000 cubic yards of soil-cement mixing; a process that combines natural material with cement to create a 15-foot section of man-made bedrock beneath the road surface. This mixture will create an extra level of resiliency through the narrows, by ensuring that the river cannot remove the roadway from below.

Crews also installed all new drainage in this area. Short lane closures will be needed to complete minor work through May 2018.

From mile points 74 to 79, crews are still concentrating efforts on installing flood protection measures to the river banks and beneath the roadway.

At mile point 78, motorists will drive under a new highway bridge that will eventually carry vehicles above the Big Thompson River. Crews spent most of

the summer months constructing these bridges which are scheduled to be complete in May 2018.

At mile point 77.5, motorists will drive over a new highway alignment which is placed on bedrock that was uncovered by the blasting work last winter.

Mile points 72 to 74, west of Drake, will remain closed where crews are repairing the highway near the landslide.

The roadway will be protected with the installation of large boulders, cemented together, under the road.

Work will begin between mile points 70 to 72 in January. Residents should plan for delays when traveling to and from Estes Park.

“The project team has put in a lot of work over the first three months of the closure, and it’s exciting to see areas start to reopen. There is still a lot of work to be done, but we are committed to reopening the canyon just prior to Memorial Day, said Project Director James Usher.”

Following the holiday season, the highway will close again until just before Memorial Day 2018. To travel between Estes Park and Loveland drivers should use the detour on US 36 and CO 66. The only access on US 34 will be for canyon residents and emergency services through a permit process. The US 34 Big Thompson Canyon will reopen to the public just prior to Memorial Day. When the canyon opens to regular traffic in May, drivers will see mostly clear roads, but there will still be some intermittent traffic delays similar to what drivers experienced in the summer of 2017. These lane closures will allow crews to complete paving and river work by the end of 2018.

US 34 Big Thompson Canyon’s roads and bridges were heavily damaged during the 2013 floods with many homes damaged and over 100 air lifted evacuations. The canyon and its residents also suffered from flooding in 1976. As a result of these two events CDOT has been studying the hydraulic flow of the river in the canyon and its impact on the road and bridges along its path while looking for safety improvements and resiliency solutions to prevent/protect against future flood events.

CDOT PROJECT INFORMATION: For updates to this project, the public may call (970) 667-1005 or visit us34canyon.codot.gov. To sign up for “CDOT Alerts” on projects in your chosen area, visit CDOT’s website at www.codot.gov and choose the envelope icon at the bottom of the page. Or, to see CDOT’s lane closure reports for projects statewide, visit www.codot.gov/travel/scheduled-laneclosures.html. Major CDOT project updates are also available via CoTrip.org, Twitter @coloradodot or Facebook.

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Community Foundation Of Northern Colorado Awards $92,200 To TwentyTwo Projects In The Estes Valley The Community Foundation of Northern Colorado recently awarded $92,200 to 22 Estes Valley projects submitted by local nonprofit organizations. The Estes Valley Community Fund Committee, a part of the Community Foundation since 1999, recommended projects it believes deliver value to the community.

The projects receiving funding and nonprofits benefiting include: • Summer Estes Park Club - Boys and Girls Clubs of Larimer County; • Meals on Wheels food safety equipment - Crossroads Ministry of Estes Park; • Medical, Dental, and Hearing services - Estes Park Salud Foundation; • Emergency Services and Crisis Intervention - Estes Valley Crisis Advocates; • Educational programs, professional services and membership in Estes Valley Legacy - the Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center; • Childcare Scholarship Fund - Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success; • Girls Circle Facilitator Training Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership; • Operations support - Habitat for Humanity of the Estes Valley; • Teddy Bear Clinic - Families for Estes; • Student Scholarship Fund - the Estes Park Learning Place; • “Youth in Action” program - Estes Park High School, Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center, Communities That Care, and the Estes Valley Library; • Colorado Reading Corps Estes Park United Way of Larimer County; • Estes Park Paratransit Service - Via

Mobility Services; • Library Gatherings Program and Event Guide - the Estes Valley Library; • Equipment - Community Corner Café; • Six Week Summer Ballet Program Ballet Renaissance; • The 2018 Friends of Folk Festival the Estes Arts District; • Estes Park Sexual Abuse Prevention Education - Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains; • Operations support - KREV-LP Community Radio; • Town Hall project - Glen Haven Flood Relief, Inc.; • Outdoor Art and Education - Young Artists and Scholars Group; • Rehearsal equipment - Oratorio Society of Estes Park.

The Estes Valley Community Fund Committee members are Joe Adair, Vaughn Baker, David Batey, Ludie Dickeson, Cynthia Krumme, Chuck Levine, Judy Nystrom, Mike Romero, and Frank Shavlik with Honorary Members Barbara Marshall and Paul Newendorp.

About the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado: Since 1975, the Community Foundation has proudly served our region by promoting local philanthropy. We connect people with the causes they care about most, and through our annual grant and program distributions we play a key role in enhancing the extraordinary quality of life the Northern Colorado region offers its residents. Visit www.nocofoundation.org for additional information.

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New Location For Estes Park’s Rocky Mountain Performing Arts Center The EPIC board of directors voted unanimously on Nov. 21st to seek a new building site in Estes Park for construction of the planned Rocky Mountain Performing Arts Center.

Al Milano, executive director of the theater project, and EPIC’s board of directors have moved quickly to take the theater project in a new direction.

“We’ve assembled a committee of business and arts community leaders that has already begun meeting to evaluate more than 20 alternate building sites,” said Milano.

The decision to withdraw from plans to acquire property at 116 E. Elkhorn Ave, location of the former Park Theatre Mall, was driven by cost factors and a desire to associate the project with Town of Estes Park development initiatives.A detailed review of construction costs at the Elkhorn location showed that nearly 25 percent of the total cost would involve heavy commitments to site preparation and structures that had no logical impact on the theater building itself.

“When the performing arts center business and operating model focused extensively on visitors, the downtown location offered many advantages,” said Stan

Black, EPIC Board president.“As we returned much of our focus back towards our local arts community, we realized other locations could significantly reduce land and construction costs, and offer more flexibility to tailor our facility in the new direction.”

The project will retain all the recent concept changes which include a highly flexible and configurable theater that can seat 300 to 600 people, rehearsal space, and a suite of arts teaching studios. Moving the project to a new location may also offer the opportunity to include on-site parking.

“We remain committed to fulfilling our promise to get the theater built to provide the community a much greater selection of entertainment options as well as a home for our local performing artists,” said Black. “We are also committed to ensuring the project is financially sustainable in the short and long run.”

Milano said that strong community involvement in the planning is critical to designing and building the best facility for Estes Park, and will be the foundation for the capital campaign which will follow site selection early next year.

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Experience Rocky Mountain National Park Programs During The Holidays The holiday season is a great time to visit Rocky Mountain National Park. In addition to beautiful scenery, wildlife viewing and a variety of winter recreational activities to do on your own, some terrific programs and activities with park rangers are offered. Expect areas like Bear Lake to be busy over the holiday weekends.

On the east side of the park: Wild in Winter – December 23 - 31, drop in from 10-11 a. m. daily Meet Rocky’s wildlife! Come to this 30minute program at Beaver Meadows Visitor Center (located on Highway 36) for a hands-on experience. Discover how the park’s animals survive the winter season and gather tips for winter wildlife watching.

On the west side of the park: Snowshoe the Wilderness - December 30 and 31, 1 p.m.

Join a mostly-level 2-hour snowshoe

tour with a park ranger. Reservations are required and may be made no sooner than seven days in advance. Call the Kawuneeche Visitor Center at (970) 627-3471 from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. for reservations. Please bring your own snowshoes and ski poles with large baskets. Ages 8 – Adult only. Program meets at the Kawuneeche Visitor Center.

On both the east and west side of the park: “Spirit of the Mountains” Film See the park film at the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center (located on Highway 36 west of Estes Park) and the Kawuneeche Visitor Center (located on Highway 34 north of Grand Lake).

For more information about Rocky Mountain National Park please visit www.nps.gov/romo or call the park’s Information Office at (970) 586-1206. All park visitor centers will be closed on December 25.

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Read our Virtual E-Edition at www.epnews.com The charge(s) are merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

On December 5 at 12:29 p.m. police were called to 400 E. Wonderview on a report of a theft. Upon arrival police charged a 27 year old male from Estes Park with theft. He was issued a summons and later released.

On December 6 at 3:09 p.m. police received a weapons call in the 200 block of Cleave Street. Upon arrival and investigation, police arrested a 22 year old male from Estes Park and charged him with felony menacing and transported him to Larimer County Detention Center.

On December 9 at 12:24 a.m. police stopped the driver of a vehicle in the 100 block of Stanley Ave. Upon investigation it was determined that the 27 year old male driver was driving under the influence of alcohol. He was charged with DUI and later released to a responsible

person.

On December 12 at 10:52 p.m. police contacted a 51 year old male driver in the 800 block of Dunraven Street. Upon investigation he was charged with driving under a revoked license, uninsured motor vehicle, expired registration and unlawful possession of a schedule 2 controlled substance. He was transported to Larimer County Detention Center.

On December 15 at 1:46 p.m. police were called about a theft at 400 E. Wonderview. Upon arrival they charged a 34 year old male from Estes Park with theft and he was later released on a summons.

On December 17 at 7:43 p.m. police contacted the driver of a vehicle in the 500 block of Big Thompson Ave. He was found to be under the influence of alcohol and was charged with DUI and possession of an open alcohol container and he was transported to Larimer County Detention Center.

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

December 11 At 9:54 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 830 Moraine Ave. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

At 8:21 p.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to 2719 Wildwood Dr. for a detector activation.

December 12 At 9:17 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1010 S. Saint Vrain Ave. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

At 9:45 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 101 S. Saint Vrain Ave. for an elevator rescue.

At 7:59 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1897 Red Tail Hawk Dr. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

December 13 At 9:28 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 172 S. Saint Vrain Ave. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

At 3:40 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 451 E. Wonderview Ave. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

December 14 At 4:18 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1465 Strong Ave. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

At 8:40 a.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to 1771 High Dr. for a citizen assist.

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Closure Of Elkhorn Avenue At Moraine Avenue Expected In April Upgrades to deteriorating utilities part of Moraine Avenue Bridge construction project The Town of Estes Park and project partners are reaching out to downtown stakeholders during the early phases of planning a full closure of Elkhorn Avenue at Moraine Avenue, tentatively in April 2018 for an estimated three weeks.

The closure will allow for critical upgrades to aging underground utility infrastructure between the Moraine Avenue Bridge project and Cleave Street on Big Horn Drive. First announced in summer of 2017, exact construction plans are still under development in coordination with the bridge project. Efforts to reduce the impact of the closure include agency coordination to reduce the duration, scheduling in April when there is less traffic, and additional wayfinding signage to direct pedestrians to businesses via sidewalks, which will remain open, and designated contractor parking to reduce impact to businesses and their patrons.

Town Administrator Frank Lancaster commented, "We sincerely appreciate the patience of businesses, residents and guests. While we wish we could spare everyone from the disruption, closure of this section of Elkhorn Avenue is the only way we can replace extremely old, failing water lines, storm drainage pipes and sanitary sewer pipes." He continued, "We experienced three major water leaks on Elkhorn Avenue in the height of summer in 2017, and Estes Park Sanitation has had two emergency repairs on Elkhorn in the last decade. We need to take opportunities like this to reduce emergency repairs, which are more in-

convenient and damaging to businesses and the rest of our community."

The Town is beginning direct outreach to businesses in the construction zone and detour area. To accommodate access and delivery needs during the closure next year, the Town requests input from business on Elkhorn Avenue between Riverside Drive and the Water Wheel.

Businesses are asked to contact Christy Crosser with the Town's Public Works Department at ccrosser@estes.org or 970-577-3574.

The utility work during the closure will include a brief, scheduled water outage with advance notification. Repaving of the road will be required in warmer weather after the utilities work concludes, although it will not require another full closure. More project details will be released in early 2018, and an open house for affected properties is tentatively scheduled for Feb. 21, 2018.

A major step toward flood mitigation and resilience in the downtown area, the Moraine Avenue Bridge replacement is another example of a major endeavor planned during the winter season in an effort to reduce impacts to the community as much as possible. This project is funded through a $2 million Community Development Block Grant for Disaster Recovery from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs through the Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Visit www.estes.org/moraineavenuebridge for project updates. For more information, contact project manager Michael Todd with Cornerstone Engineer at 970-5862458 or mtodd@ces-ccc.com.

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Town Prepares For April 3 Municipal Election; Candidate Forum Scheduled January 4 The Town of Estes Park will hold the next regular Municipal Election Tuesday, April 3, 2018, as a mail ballot-only election for three seats on the Board of Trustees. Voters will determine who will occupy seats currently held by Mayor Pro Tem Wendy Koenig and Trustees Bob Holcomb and Ward Nelson. Mayor Pro Tem Koenig is term limited.

Trustees Holcomb and Nelson are eligible to run for an additional four-year term.

For individuals who are interested in learning more about becoming a candidate for Town Trustee, the Town Clerk will offer a candidate information forum Jan. 4, 2018 at 7 p.m. in the Town Board Room of Town Hall, located at 170 MacGregor Avenue. This forum will include a review of the candidate packet, including candidate eligibility, nomination instructions, the nomination petition, Fair Campaign Practices Act instructions, expectations of time commitment and the

role of a Board member.

Registered electors 18 years of age or older may be a candidate and hold office if they have resided inside Town limits for at least 12 consecutive months immediately preceding April 3, 2018. Candidate packets will be available at the Town Clerk’s office, Room 130 of Town Hall on or after Jan. 2, 2018, and nomination petitions may be circulated beginning the same day.

The petition must be signed by at least 10 registered electors who reside inside Town limits.

The filing deadline for nomination petitions is Jan. 22, 2018, at 5 p.m.

Additional important dates: Jan. 3: Applications available at the Town Clerk’s office for Absent Voter/Mail Ballot Address Change – for voters who will be out of town and need a mail ballot forwarded to a different address.

Jan. 29: Last day to file a Write-In Candidate Affidavit.

Jan. 30: Last day for a candidate to withdraw from the election.

Feb. 16: Ballots mailed to voters registered as an active military or overseas voter.

March 12 – March 19: – Ballots mailed to all registered voters.

March 12: Last day for eligible electors to establish residency in the State of Colorado. Register to vote at www.govotecolorado.com, County Clerk office or Town Clerk office up to the day of the election.

March 30: Last day to request an absentee mail ballot to be mailed.

April 3: Election Day – Town Hall polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Ballots must be received by 7 p.m. in order to be counted.

April 24: Swearing-in of newly elected Town Trustees at the Town Board Meeting.

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

Volunteers Needed AARP Tax-Aide Program is accepting applications for volunteers to assist local senior and low income taxpayers in preparing their 2017 income taxes. Training will be provided in January and volunteers are certified by AARP/IRS. Tax preparation is from February 2 through April 14. Deadline for application is December 18, 2017.

Please call Pat at 586-5417 or Don at 303-887-1106 if interested.

Read our Virtual E-Edition at www.epnews.com There are just a few days left before Christmas is here—a time set aside to celebrate the birth of a baby who grew up to change civilization by leading through example, practicing peace, love, non-judgment and forgiveness. Imagine the world today if we all did as he suggested!

This man talked of God. Most high. Master.

Shepherd. Healer. Lord of peace. Everlasting.

What’s so cool is that we get to choose which word resonates with us. Whatever brings us closer to being more Jesus-like, works. God doesn’t care which name we use.

God is so personal that the image of God— or lack thereof—is not the same for any two people. For Jim Taylor, and theological writer and founder of Canada’s largest independent religious publishing house, God is Mystery.

He describes his belief in a blog I subscribe to, which he gave me permission to reprint here. He and I recognize that not everyone agrees with his way of seeing God, and that’s the beauty of God. Your God is yours, Jim’s God is Jim’s, my God is mine.

Here is Jim’s way of viewing God: I was asked to say grace before a dinner at our local community hall. Perhaps the organizers thought that because I write about religious topics, I have a library of prayers to trot out at any occasion. Prayer on demand.

As I sat down, a man nearby grunted, “You didn’t mention God. ” No, I didn’t. I try to avoid using the name altogether in public situations. Because the name “God” evokes too many different images in people’s minds. Even if I were to start by saying, “This is not about an old man in a white robe who sits on a cloud in heaven, playing a harp, and delivering dinners for our enjoyment, ” they would still substitute their own preconceived notions of God. All of which defy any simple classification.

Let’s make a deal!

A while ago, though, my minister Jim Hannah came up with an intriguing metaphor in a sermon. He invited us to remember the game show, Let’s Make a Deal. (By some happy coincidence, launched in this month, 54 years ago.)

One of the show’s gimmicks was to have three doors. Contestants risked swapping their prize for something of unknown value hidden behind one of the doors.

Jim Hannah applied the “Three Door” metaphor to beliefs.

Behind Door One, he suggested, is the traditional deity. Almighty. All-powerful. All-knowing. A supernatural being who keeps track of good deeds and bad deeds, and hands out rewards and punishment at the end of this life.

And who also occasionally pokes a finger into earthly affairs, to make sure the right team

wins the Super Bowl, to divert a forest fire or cure a terminal illness, or to adjust the value of the American dollar.

The Door Two god looks just like the Door One god, but is powerless, impotent. Rather, dictators and powerful people invoke the Door Two god to persuade a gullible populace that right and might are on their side. If God endorses you, how can you be wrong?

But Door Three has nothing visible there.

More precisely, no thing visible. There may be some kind of shimmering mist, or myst, as in mystery. Or perhaps sunshine pouring in. Or a fresh breeze from a virgin forest, the sound of waves on a shore, the scent of cinnamon buns baking....

Whatever it is, it invites you to step through the door into a new life.

A classification system In the weeks since that sermon, I find myself using Jim Hannah’s Three Door analogy often.

I hear people talking about miracles and I think, “Ah! Door One! ” I hear right-wing politicians spouting Bible verses, and I think, “Door Two! ” Much of traditional worship, it seems to me, is about Door One. Kneel in submission. Offer praises; beg for favours. Promise unquestioning loyalty. Feel guilty for failing to measure up.

Door Two doesn’t need worship at all.

Rather, Door Two serves His acolytes; they occupy the pedestal -- as long as their actions don’t sabotage the Divine Image. Because a god about whom people are skeptical loses any leverage over them.

But how do you worship whatever’s beyond Door Three?

Maybe you don’t try. Maybe you just accept the invitation to go through the open door, and see what’s on the other side.

Now my perspective: Personally, I believe the word “God” is a verb that is used—for lack of anything better—to describe the energy and acts of love that living beings put forth to bring positive change in the world.

Not exactly mainstream thinking, but my definition brings me to prayer, for through positive thinking I create positive change. I love celebrating the birth of Jesus, who taught us ways to bring about positive change more than 2000 years later.

Merry Christmas. Peace. Goodwill. God bless.

You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2017 Sarah Donohoe

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Enjoy The Yuletide Lights Driving Tour

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Advent AT R O C K Y We invite you to join us for any or all of our Advent Worship Services:

Dec. 2 & 3 Dec. 9 & 10 Dec. 16 & 17 Dec. 24 am Christmas Eve

“Expectation” “Anticipation” “Preparation” “Incarnation” “Celebration”

Sat. @ 6pm; Sun. @ 9:30am Sat. @ 6pm; Sun. @ 9:30am Sat. @ 6pm; Sun. @ 9:30am Sun. @ 9:30am ONLY Sun. @ 5pm & 7pm (Candlelight Services)

ROCKY

ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHURCH 451 Promontory Dr. · 970.586.0873 · www.rockymountainchurch.com

Wonderful IT’S THE MOST

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YEAR

In warm appreciation, we extend our best wishes for a holiday season filled with peace and happiness.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, from all of us at Bank of Colorado!

JOIN US FOR OUR HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

DECEMBER 21-22 WARM DRINKS, BAKED GOODS AND HOLIDAY CHEER SERVED THROUGHOUT THE DAY

ESTES PARK 533 Big Thompson Avenue, 970.586.8185

No purchase necessary. Need not be a Bank of Colorado customer to participate.

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The time has finally come to take a driving tour of beautiful Estes Park and enjoy the lights displayed by our friends, neighbors and businesses.

This map will provide everything you need to hit the road this holiday season.

Wait for night to fall, load up the car and enjoy the Yuletide Lights Tour!

2017 Yuletide Lights Holiday Driving Tour Find the Google Map of the tour at visitestespark.com Stops on the Tour: Estes Ark - 521 Lone Pine Drive Solitude Cabins - 1885 Sketch Box Lane 1063 Morgan Street 1031 Woodland Court 1991 Baldpate Court 1980 Sharon Court North 1980 Cherokee Drive

2401 Arapaho Road River Spruce Cabins - 2334 State Highway 66 3158 Thunder Mountain Lane 1595 Fish Hatchery Road 1705 Fish Hatchery Road McGregor Mountain Lodge - 2815 Fall River Road Fall River Village - 200 Filbey Court Silver Moon Inn - 175 Spruce Drive The Taffy Shop - 121 West Elkhorn Avenue The Ore Cart Rock Shop - 119 West Elkhorn Avenue

McGregor Mountain Lodge

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Drop Off Christmas Trees December 26-January 19 At Fairgrounds The Town of Estes Park's free Christmas tree dropoff site will be open to local residents 8 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, Dec. 26 through Jan. 19, except Jan. 1 when the Town is closed for observation of the New Year's holiday.

The drop-off will be located at the east entrance of the Fairgrounds off Community Drive; follow the signs to the fenced drop-off location. Trees must

be stripped of ornaments, tinsel and other decorations. No wreaths, garland, artificial trees or tree stands will be accepted. Trees must be dropped during the specified hours in the identified area. Dropping trees after hours or in other locations at the Fairgrounds will be considered illegal dumping and may be subject to a fine. This service is free of charge to local residents.

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

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Auditions Announced For Fine Arts Guild Production Of “Private Lives” to one another with adjoining terraces and Elyot, now married to Sibyl, is enjoying the view when the woman from the other couple, Amanda comes onto her terrace and he realizes that she is his former wife. When Sibyl and Elyot, having chamThe Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies an- pagne on their ternounces auditions for it spring producrace, are discovered tion of Private Lives by Noel Coward,

by Amanda, the fun (1899-1973), to be directed by Greig begins.

Steiner. Auditions will be held at the There are wonderHempel Auditorium, YMCA of the ful scenes for each Rockies, 2515 Tunnel Rd. on Sunday, of the four principal January 7, 2:00 p.m. and Monday, Janucharacters; Elyot ary 8, 6:30 p.m. Call backs, January 9, and Sibyl Chase 6:30 p.m. If neither of the audition times and Victor and is convenient, you may call Greig Steiner Amanda Prynne, as at 970-586-3358 or email at well as a character agsteiner@beyondbb.com to set up a part of a French mutually agreeable time to meet. Pemaid (who speaks rusal scripts are available at the Estes only French) of inValley Library. Rehearsals will begin discriminate age shortly after casting. Production dates and considerable are March 16, 17, 18, 23, and 24 at comic opportunity.

Hempel Auditorium, YMCA of the The age of the acRockies. tors is not critical The play is one of Coward’s most fabut the principals mous and enduring comedies. It centers should be able to around two couples who are honey“play” characters mooning in France in a resort by the sea. between the ages of The couples by chance have suites next

Repertoire Theatre Tryouts For 2018 Production The Estes Park Repertoire Theatre Company announces tryouts for our next production on January 26-28 and February 2-4, 2018.

We will be presenting a Readers Theater for our second production of the 2017-2018 season. Readers Theater is an activity in which actors, while reading directly from scripts, are able to tell a story in a most entertaining form, without props, costumes, or sets. Actors are not asked to memorize their lines, so this is an opportunity for those with a fear of forgetting lines to appear on stage. Our play is comprised of short scenes on the topics of life changes and aging.

The play will be presented at the American Legion Post 119 theater, and rehearsals will begin on December 27th.

Please contact Christann Higley at christannhigley@gmail.com or 303-8037193 if you are interested in trying out on December 18 or 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the American Legion. Drop-ins are also welcome.

25 and 50 or so. The French maid can be of any age up to an active 75. Actors are asked to sign up for an audition time at: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e044 9a5ad23abfa7-auditions Come join in the fun of a great play written by a master of comedy.

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Win A Wedding At Estes Park’s Coolest New Wedding Venue-SkyView At Fall River Village

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candlelight christmas eve service mountain view bible fellowship 1575 s. st. vrain 4:30 p.m. www.mvbf.org !

Fall River Village - a luxury vacation resort in Estes Park - announces the opening of a breath-taking mountain wedding venue in summer 2018 with a wedding giveaway. With it’s unbeatable location, Skyview at Fall River Village will feature spectacular covered and open-air spaces with mountain modern decor and astounding panoramic Continental Divide views. Couples will say “I Do” with up to 115 of their guests and Longs Peak as their backdrop.

Couples are asked to share their engagement story for an opportunity to win a wedding at the brand new SkyView at Fall River Village event center. The wedding giveaway will include use of the open-air reception and rooftop ceremony space, rehearsal space and honeymoon suite for the night of the wedding. Value of the wedding package exceeds $10,000.

Written, one page stories about a couple’s love story or engagement story should be submitted by January 31, with the winning SkyView Wedding Giveaway to be announced on Valentine’s Day, February 14.

For more information, please contact SkyView’s General Manager, Marlo Kirkham at 970.325.6864 or skyview@fallrivervillage.com.

Three Ways to Submit:

1. Complete a submission form on our website www.FallRiverVillage.com 2. Email skyview@fallrivervillage.com.

Please include your contact information (first and last name, phone number, address, wedding size and desired dates).

3. Post your submission with a photo on our Facebook Event Page. Please also private message us your contact information.

For further information about SkyView at Fall River Village, visit www.fallrivervillage.com/estes-park-weddings About Fall River Village: Over the past two years, Fall River Village has been honored to have hosted luxury condo accommodations for over 45 wedding parties. With 62 two bed two bath condos, 12 three bedroom, 3 four bedroom, and 9 one bedroom townhomes options, Fall River Village promises an exceptional guest experience and convenient location that gives wedding guests a vacation of their own.

Please find our SkyView wedding informational flyer attached here for your reference. SkyView at Fall River Village will also provide couple’s the unique ability to truly customize their wedding experience while making the most of the natural landscape. We are open to any vendors and full service licensed caterers of their choosing.

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Donating To Prospect Park Buy A Bed Campaign Estes Park Emergency Associates contributed $2,200 for the Prospect Park Living Center Buy a Bed Campaign. Thomas Leigh, MD, Chris Daley, MD, Kevin L. Mullin – EPMC Foundation, Scott Chew, MD, and John Meyer, MD. Courtesy photo

There’s Still Time! Donate To Help Build Glen Haven’s Town Hall There’s Still Time! Time to make a year-end donation to a worthy cause.

The little community of Glen Haven continues to rebuild four years after the flood of 2013. The Town Hall was completely destroyed and could not be rebuilt on the old site. Another property was purchased just a few hundred feet away from the original, a retaining wall has been constructed and excavation has been completed for the new Town Hall.

By the first of the year, the foundation will be poured and building should be underway.

All of this wouldn’t be possible without your generous donations and grants

awarded. The work to raise money continues through fundraisers and by application for additional grant money. We are on our way to achieving our goal but are still in need of about $200,000 to complete the project.

Donations can be made by check and mailed to Glen Haven Flood Relief, P.O. Box 34, Glen Haven, Co 80532 or by credit card through PayPal on our website.

Glen Haven Flood Relief, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) organization.

For more information visit our website www.glenhaventownhall.org

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Sassy is a sweet, seven year old spayed female tabby cat who loves kids! She is good with other cats and dogs. She is excited to find a home where she will enjoy lots of cuddling.

Paws is about 4 1/2 months old. She is an adorable, fun and playful kitten.

Max is about seven months old. He is just settling in. He is loving, energetic and eager to learn yet needs a bit of training as he’s still a pup.

Stop down to the Pet Lodge at the Animal Medical Center on Manford Avenue to meet any of these great pets or call 586-9282 for more information.

All pets are offered through the Pet As-

sociation of Estes Park, a non-profit organization that works to find homes for stray and abandoned pets, control dog and cat populations by funding sterilization programs, educate members of the community, especially young people, about the humane treatment of animals and the responsibilities of pet ownership; and promote community involvement in the use of pets as therapeutic agents (e.g., in nursing homes). The Estes Park Pet Association is your local humane society. You can make a tax-deductible donation to the Pet Association by sending your check to P.O. Box 4342, Estes Park, CO 80517. For more information, contact Carolyn Fairbanks, President of the Pet Association at (970) 586-5121.

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To most, this is a time of rejoicing and celebration for all Christians and the Jewish faith has had their time of prayer and celebration as well. I wish all of you a merry, joyful and Holy time filled with hope and faith. I know that according to all the TV commercial ads we are supposed to just be jolly and merry but this is also a time of memories and traditions that we have from past times. Many of us no longer have certain dear ones and sometimes this is a painful time. But the happy memories are still with us and that is a reason to reminisce and be thankful.

I have a big old platter that was my mother’s and her mother before that. It is worn and crazed with flowers that no longer are brilliant. It probably would not even sell in a thrift store. It is precious to me. I can see my mother carrying out the turkey at Thanksgiving on that platter. I also see it with her famous fried chicken or a nice roast for Sunday dinner. At Christmas it always featured an oyster dressing stuffed veal pocket roast. (Try to get a butcher to cut one of those these days!)

My friends and I loved to make fudge.

We would grease that old platter with butter and pour our homemade fudge onto it, hoping that it would be cooked enough to harden. (We did not know that a cooking thermometer even existed.) It was OK if the fudge remained “soupy,” we were teens and it tasted just fine eating it with a spoon. My Daddy and siblings would join us around the kitchen table to help getting rid of the fudge whether hard or soupy. So, when I use all the fancy dishes and silver on Christmas Eve, I will

proudly place my cooked ham on that old platter and my long lost family and memories will still be with us at the table. And Caliste will be smiling down from heaven at me and his family as well, glad that I have now a prelit tree! Like all husbands, that was our big “fight.” Why don’t husbands want to string the lights on the tree?

I no longer have to worry about the fudge being a success, even here in Estes at high altitude. The following is a fool proof and delicious recipe.

Easy Fudge …in five minutes 2 T. butter Small can of evaporated milk (2/3 cup) 1 2/3 cup sugar 1 ½ cup mini-marshmallows 1 ½ c. semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 tsp. vanilla ½ cup chopped nuts (optional) In a medium sauce pan, combine butter, milk and sugar. Bring to boil and stirring constantly cook 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and add rest of ingredients. Stir vigorously until marshmallows are melted and blended. Pour into a 9 inch buttered pan to cool.

Voila, perfect fudge.

My email: esther.cenac@gmail.com Sunshine and I really hope that all of y’all have a wonderful time of year and a Happy New Year.

Bon Appétit.

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December Arts & Commerce

The December Arts and Commerce After Hours for members and guests of Estes Valley Partners for Commerce and the Estes Arts District, was a great success. We had good food catered by the Deli at Country Market who always offer a great spread! There were assorted beverages provided by Nick Mollé and Oscar Blues. The Taffy Shop made the holiday event festive with real salt water taffy. Door prizes included a vase from Rustic Mountain Charm, a plaque from Wishes Fulfilled, and highlighted by several DVDs from the host, Nick Mollé Productions.

But what made this particular After Hours Networking spectacular was a “sneak peak” of the latest movie, “The

Nature of the Beasts.” While the films that Nick and Sean produce often concentrate on history, this one will look to the future: the effects of man on nature and how to preserve our wondrous surroundings.

These After Hours events offer an opportunity for business owners and managers and our creative local artists to gather, discuss current events, and develop cohesive cooperation to create community solutions. Those interested in joining can find information on our website at www.estesvalleypartners.com Businesses who wish to host, cater or contribute door prizes can contact Judi@wishesfulfilled.com

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Estes Park Women’s Winter Weekend At Meadow Mountain Ranch

I know it’s really hard for women in Estes Park to get away in the summertime to come to camp and play. So, we’re creating a new event to provide you with a wonderful winter experience at Meadow Mountain Ranch, the Girl Scout camp only about 15 minutes away from here near Allenspark.

Here are the details: Dates: February 17 – 18, 2018. That’s over the Presidents’ Day holiday weekend. The schedule runs from anytime in the morning on Saturday through about noon on Sunday.

Place: As I mentioned, at Meadow Mountain Ranch. We’ll have cozy accommodations in the main lodge, where we can have a fire in the fireplace, and enjoy most of the amenities we are used to.

Cost: $60.00 for the overnight event., three meals, site fees, and program costs are included.

Meals: Lunch and dinner on Saturday and a fancy brunch on Sunday. We have

a great food service gal who will be sure to tickle our palates as well as accommodate any dietary special needs.

So here’s what it’s all about. This is the first time for this event, and the sky is the limit. If you want to kick back and relax, we’ll have a cozy reading corner, or a place to do puzzles, games or crafts, or a group can get together for knitting, chatting and such.

However, if you are up for more outside winter adventures, we can go hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing or even build a snow cave.

More exotic possibilities could include folk dancing, yoga, massage, singing sessions, history projects, meditation/guided imagery, snowball fights, cooking or canning activities - - or if you would like to provide part of this program, just bring it along with you to share with the group.

There is a limit of about 40 ladies to be comfortable in the lodge, and all women need to be at least 18 years of age. To register, beginning now, send $60.00 in a check made payable to the very informal organizer, Penny Roberts, to PO Box 211, Estes Park, Co. 80517. Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, any other interesting history you would like to share. Let me know what kind of program you would like to have or what you would like to do with your time away.

Call Penny at 970 586 1775 for more details, or to get more information.

Just In Time For Christmas!

Support Partners Mentoring Youth There are so many ways to give the gift of mentoring this holiday season and support Partners mission to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships between positive adult role models and youth facing challenges in their personal, social, and academic lives in Estes Valley.

1) Partners Mentoring Youth has set a goal to raise $150,000 in 2017, which will support 100 kids in their highquality mentoring programs. We need your help to reach this goal! Give now

and be the difference in the life of a child.

2) Another great way to give at Christmas or any time of the year is to give the gift of your time and volunteer with Partners Mentoring Youth. Youth are waiting for a positive adult role model to be matched with. For more information visit www.partnersmentoringyouth.org, call 970-577-9348 or email: kathyw@partnersmentoringyouth.org Special thanks to the Estes Park Community Thrift Shop for sponsoring Partners at their December 9, 2017 Bag Sale!

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MAKE A DIFFERENCE in the lives of children and their families!

Child care options are limited in Larimer County, and working families need a place to take their children. Support local families and our community by becoming a Licensed Family Child Care Provider and be a constant in a child and their family’s life.

Have you considered starting your own licensed home child care business? Are you wondering what it would take to become licensed? The Early Childhood Council is supporting you in your journey to become a licensed child care provider.

Attend a panel discussion on the licensing process and hear stories from family child care providers.

Receive a free licensing application and be eligible for door prizes.

For more information in Estes Park, contact EVICS at office@evics.org or 970-586-3055.

For financial support, please contact Rachel at rmcroberts@ecclc.org or 970-377-3388 ext. 200.

Every single day, you’ll be making a difference.

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“WHOM SEEK YE?” When the Roman troop entered the Garden of Gethsemane two thousand years ago they came to a small group of men. One of the group asked them, “Whom seek ye?” When they said, “Jesus of Nazareth”, He responded, “I am He!” In essence He was saying, “You have found what you were looking for.” I know His question has been asked many times since that day…and I think that it is a good question for us today. “Who are you looking for?” You will probably find what you are searching for.

Many people of our generation are looking for Jesus, the ‘Babe in the manger’. This is proven by the millions who sing the beautiful carols that tell the story of His wonderful arrival all those years ago. And each one is to be commended for relishing that story and all the facets of the arrival of our King. We love to hear about God’s providential workings so that Mary and Joseph would be in Bethlehem for that long prophesied arrival. We love to hear about the announcement to the shepherds and the story of the wise men who journeyed to present gifts to the newborn King. I trust that your heart is filled with worship at all times of the year when you think of this great ‘Gift’ that God has given unto us. “At just the right time, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the law.” However, if we stop our remembrance of Him after our commemoration of His birth, we are so ‘shortchanging’ ourselves. We should continually cherish the greatness of our King and the eternal blessings He came to bring us.

Dr. James Allen Francis, nearly a century ago, gave us a neat description of our Lord and the tremendous impact that He has had on our society and world. He wrote: “He was born in an obscure village, the child of a peasant woman. He grew up in another village where He worked in a carpenter shop until He was thirty. Then for three years He was an itinerant preacher. He never owned a home. He never wrote a book. He never held an office. He never went to college. He never had a family. He never visited a big city. He never travelled more than two hundred miles from the place he was born. He did none of the things usually associated with greatness. He had no credentials but Himself. While still a young man the tide of public opinion turned against Him. His friends ran away. One of them betrayed Him, one denied Him. He was turned over to His enemies and went through a mockery of a trial. He was nailed to a cross between two thieves. While dying, His executioners gambled for His clothing, the only property He had on earth. When He was dead He was laid in a borrowed grave through the pity of a friend.

Nineteen centuries have come and gone, and today Jesus is the centerpiece of the human race and the leader of mankind’s progress. I am well within the mark when I say that all the armies that have ever marched, all the navies that have ever sailed, all the parliaments that have ever sat, all the kings that have ever reigned, put together, have not affected the life of mankind on earth as powerfully as has that one Solitary Life.”

The Scripture I quoted before this description of the ‘Solitary Life’, went on to tell the eternal benefits He offers: “That we might have redemption and receive the adoption of Sons.”

(Gal. 4:4, 5) I trust that you ‘seek’ more than the blessing, heart-warming story of the arrival of this ‘Babe in a manger’, and continually ‘seek’ Him also as ‘Redeemer’ and ‘Lord’. This often will be seen in your worship on those Sundays after the special activities of this coming weekend. So, whom seek ye? ‘Baby’? …and ‘Lord’?

(Bob)

Monday, December 25 Closed for the Christmas Holiday Tuesday, December 26 Stuffed pork loin, Mashed potatoes and gravy, Green beans, Cake Wednesday, December 27 Seasoned baked chicken, Red potatoes, Corn, Pie Thursday, December 28 Spaghetti and snowflake meatball marinara, Salad, Garlic bread, Brownie Friday, December 29 Sliced sirloin in au jus, Mashed potatoes, Vegetable, Cake

January Operating Hours And Programming At The Senior Center The Estes Park Senior Center will remain in operation through Thursday, January 25 with adjusted hours. Beginning January 2, the Center will be open on Mondays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

It will be closed on Fridays. The Senior Center will host a Coffee Hour with baked goods at 10:00 a.m. daily, and visitors are welcome to bring their own lunches if they wish to eat at the Center.

No noon meal will be offered in January.

The following programs will be offered weekly in January. Please contact the Senior Center for a detailed schedule.

Mondays: Tri-Fit, Wii Bowling, The Great Courses Lecture Series: Art through the Ages, Palette Pals Open Art Studio, Mahjong games, “Your Hour” informational meetings with the Estes Valley Recreation and Park District Tuesdays: Zumba Fun, Supreme Court Discussion Group Wednesdays: Tri-Fit, Tai Chi Thursdays: Zumba Fun, Community Bridge lessons and games In addition to regular weekly offerings,

the Center will also host the following monthly events in January: First Thursday Meditation, County Commissioner Meeting, AARP Driver Safety Course, Blood Pressure Clinic, and Medicare Counseling.

Upon completion of the Estes Valley Community Center, slated for February 2018, the Town of Estes Park’s Senior Services Division will transfer to the Estes Valley Recreation and Park District. Senior Services programming will be offered at the new Community Center, 660 Community Drive, beginning in March. For more information about services at the Community Center, please contact Teresa Jackson: (970) 5867556, teresa@evrpd.com.

For more information about Senior Services programming and the January schedule, please contact the Estes Park Senior Center at (970) 586-2996, stop by the Center at 220 Fourth Street, or visit the Senior Center website at www.estes.org/seniorcenter. To receive Senior Center news in your e-mail inbox, please e-mail bheadley@estes.org.

Solar Workshop In Estes Park and financial costs and benefits of solar photovoltaics (PV) will be highlighted. The workshops will include a demonstration of CSU Extension’s new online Solar Calculator.

The workshop is free but reIf you’ve ever considered going solar or quires an RSVP and space is limited. The would like to learn more about solar for workshop will take place on Friday, Janyour home, an upcoming ‘Know Before uary 19, 2018, 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. at the You Go (Solar) ’ workshop will make Estes Valley Library, Hondius Room, 335 that decision easier. New financing avail- E. Elkhorn Ave., Estes Park, CO. Cary able for solar combined with financial Weiner, State Energy Specialist with incentives and the falling cost of panels CSU Extension, will be presenting. To have made solar electricity a realistic reserve your spot, contact Karen Crumchoice for a growing number of homes. baker at kcrumbaker@larimer.org (970) Colorado State University Extension is 498-6003 or register online at: helping homeowners and renters under- www.SignUpGenius.com/go/10C0A4FA stand their choices for solar. Different BAB2BAAFC1-know1 types of solar options will be explained,

Radon Awareness Program January 25

Radon is a naturally occurring, odorless, invisible, tasteless gas that is dispersed in outdoor air, but which can reach harmful levels when trapped in buildings. Radon comes from the breakdown of uranium in soil and rock. The risk of developing lung cancer comes from breathing radon gas that seeps undetected into your home from the soil beneath your home through foundation cracks, dirt floors, loose fitting pipes,

slab joints or block walls.

Every house is different. Only individual testing can determine if your home may have a radon problem. Measuring radon levels in your home is simple and inexpensive. Plan to attend the radon awareness program on January 25, 2018, at the Estes Valley Library, Hondius Room, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. to learn more about radon and receive a shortterm radon test kit to test your home.

Registration is required by contacting Karen Crumbaker at Colorado State University Larimer County Extension at (970) 498-6003 kcrumbaker@larimer.org or register online at www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0a4fabab 2baafc1-radon.

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Pilates For Back Pain At Estes Park Yoga of Western and Eastern philosophy, blending the mind and body as a harmonious unit. The Eastern approach to exercise is a path to calmness, being centered and whole, stretching and limberness, and relaxing unnecessary tension. The Western approach emphasizes "Pilates develops the body uniformly, power, motion, muscle tone, and corrects wrong postures, restores physical strength. Pilates is a wonderful combivitality, invigorates the mind, and elevates nation of both. the spirit." ~ Joseph Pilates Benefits to doing Pilates regularly…

Joseph H. Pilates, born in Germany in *Strengthen deep abdominals and 1880, created the Pilates method of exer- pelvic floor for spinal and postural supcise and brought it to New York City in port for better daily functioning the 1920"s. Joe's motivation was to help *Stabilize and improve spinal condiimprove his own health since he was a tions like scoliosis, stenosis, osteoporofrail child suffering with asthma, rickets, sis, degenerative disc, and spondylolisand rheumatic fever. He overcame his thesis physical limitations through exercise, *Reduce discomfort from chronic low bodybuilding, skiing, diving, and gymback pain nastics, becoming a model for anatomi*Stabilize and improve hip, knee, cal drawings at the age of 14. shoulder, and ankle issues By the early 1960s, Joe and his wife, *Focus the mind to control the body's Clara, had many clients from the dance movement for better awareness and community in their NYC Studio, includconcentration ing George Balanchine and Martha Gra*Improve flexibility and balance ham. Many of his students went on to through stretching and strengthening teach the Pilates method across the the muscle system uniformly country adding their own innovations and advancements to his original work. *Breathe deeply to coordinate the movements while calming the mind Pilates involves over 500 exercises that can be done on a mat or on the four ap*Build confidence in the body's abiliparatuses specifically designed by Joe – ties through a wide variety of fluid the Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, and Barmovements rel. The exercises are performed lying on *Calm the nervous system for a better the back, side, prone, quadruped, seated, mental and emotional perspective and or standing. an improved night's sleep The Pilates method combines the best Laurie Wood teaches Pilates Mat Class,

Welcome The New Year With The Friday Niters

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. at Estes Park Yoga, and offers Private Pilates/Post Rehab Sessions. Please contact her directly at info@lauriegracewood.com for an appointment; your first private session is free. www.lauriegracewood.com, www.estesparkyoga.com.

Sunday Morning Services at 10am Across from High S cho ol at 1700 Bro die Ave, Estes Park, C O 80517

Plan now to attend the Friday Niters’ annual New Year’s Eve Dinner Dance in the Aspen Room at the Rodeway Inn. Social time begins at 7:00 p.m. with a delicious buffet dinner featuring Roasted Prime Rib and Ranch Baked Chicken served at 7:30. Dance to the music of Harris and Harris on the Rodeway’s fantastic hardwood floor from 8:30 to 12:30 a.m. Cost for the dinner and dance is $120 (couples) and $60 (singles) for those who are not currently members of Friday Niters. A midnight champagne toast is included and a reasonable cash bar is available. Attire is “dressy casual” with optional black tie.

Make checks payable to Friday Niters and mail with attendees’ names and contact information to P.O. Box 224, Estes Park, 80517. Paid reservations must be received by December 15, 2017. The cancellation deadline is December 20th.

No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after that date. For more information call Georgia Ballard at 5771374.

Please join us for another awesome New Year’s Eve evening of good food, good friendship, romance, and incredible music, without breaking the bank.

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service At 5:00pm December 24 Rev. Michael Moore Preaching Communion Bell Choirs and Chancel Choir

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Recycling Update

By: Judi Smith

As Christmas draws nearer and we are ready to wrap and ship, excitement builds at our house. No matter what holiday you may celebrate, this is a time of year for binding families.

In the USA alone, more than 300,000 trees – each year – lose their lives to become holiday greeting cards. More and more households, my own included, now email our newsletters, and telephone or Skype. We touch base, make sure everyone is healthy and happy, reminisce about our childhoods and look forward to the new year without paper, envelopes and stamps.

At our house, we keep a certain amount of shipping supplies in our closets during the year, and generally use every bit of them during the holidays to send gifts to family who live elsewhere. Since we have been shopping primarily at thrift stores this year, and finding many treasures as we do so, no one ships for us. We wrap re-using last year’s paper and ship as much as possible by the shipping deadline, sending last minute items by FedEx. For gifts at home (and sometimes those we mail), we try to avoid wrapping paper whenever we can. I prefer to “wrap” in reuseable bags, plastic storage tubs, or pillow cases – which have a continuing life expectancy.

As we open the boxes received, we restock the closets with shipping supplies, taking any overage to Master Graphics and the UPS Store. They reuse cardboard boxes, sheets of foam, bubble

wrap, plastic shipping pillows, packing peanuts, and other shipping supplies. Dimension Graphics can reuse deflated shipping pillows. And those white styrofoam blocks that surround computers can be recycled at Ecocycle CHaRM. As we open boxes received, I save wrapping paper, bows, ribbon and gift bags to reuse next year. Wrapping paper is coated and cannot be recycled into high quality office paper or into paperboard. You cannot simply add it to your recycling basket or bag. It can be recycled at CHaRM (subject to the usual $3 fee) for a brief period after Christmas but the best solution is to fold, store, and reuse.

And bear in mind, for example, a new cell phone may replace an old one (apply this to any item.) If the replaced item is still operable, it should go to someone who can use it; family and friends? Offer for sale or take to the thrift shops. If the shops in Estes are overloaded, there are plenty of places in the valley, like Habitat or the ARC Thrift Stores or save for community garage sales or Freecycle Estes. Also, if it is not salvageable, dispose of it equitably. When it comes to electronics, they can never be “thrown out” but must be processed by a certified recycler. Either take them to the valley or wait until Estes Recycles Day on April 21st.

Batteries are needed for phones, computers, watches and many toys.

Rechargeable batteries are more efficient by far, saving plenty of money in the long run. And those one-time-use batteries cannot be disposed of through curbside pickup or Transfer Station.

They must be delivered to a hazmat center. So invest in a battery charger and changeover to rechargeables now. Better yet, get them as gifts for those not yet converted.

Our website: www.recycleestes.com Email: RRRcyc2se@gmail.com will reach my desk. The next League of Women Voters and Community Recycling Committee meeting will be January 3, at 10 a.m. at the Estes Valley Library in the Wasson Room.

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Mountain View Bible Fellowship Welcomes New Associate Pastor

The congregation of Mtn. View Bible Fellowship is pleased to introduce Dr. Dan Starcevich and his wife Cheri to the Estes Park community. Dan began his ministry as Associate Pastor last Sunday. Dan and Cheri moved to Estes Park from Texas where Dan was an engineer and Cheri raised six children.

Dan is a graduate of Dallas Seminary

and recently completed his doctoral program in theology from Tyndale Seminary. Both Dan and Cheri have served as volunteers in various local church ministries before arriving in Estes. Dan’s responsibilities will be furthering the congregation’s footprint in the community as well as overseeing the church’s mission programs. Dan will also teach classes on a regular basis and fill the pulpit on a semi-regular basis. Mtn. View Bible Fellowship is an evangelical church that is part of Converge Rocky Mountain. We are a congregation of people committed to God and His word, the Bible. Our vision is to be Jesus to others. We welcome Pastor Dan and Cheri as they help us to accomplish that vision.

NOT ALONE Grief Group Starting Soon a marriage, a job, your home, your health or something else dear to you) the holidays can be extremely difficult. Be gentle with yourself and consider joining others in a Grief Group entitled NOT ALONE, starting in January; here are the details: • Wednesdays: 1/24-3/28 • Hondius Room at the EV Library • 1-3 p.m.

• $10 for a {optional) workbook, Grief

by Cathy Maddems • Content based on Wisdom Literature In the past, you may have loved the from the Psalms holiday season but now are feeling a • A place to heal… sense of dread as it approaches. How can you enjoy the festivities when you The NOT ALONE Grief Group will be are grieving a deep loss? Or feel empty led by Susan Yarrington, LPC and CLC. inside? Even holiday decorations may from Glen Haven. Call 586-4591 or bring back painful memories. email:sgyarrington@gmail.com to reserve your seat. Share this info with a If you have experienced any kind of friend! loss (for instance, the loss of a loved one,

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

Specialty is elk, deer, bears, mountain lions.

Part of Rocky Mtn. Cat Conservancy Research.

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

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

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

EVENTS Dec. 22-Jan. 1: Yuletide Lights Driving Tour. Festively decorated businesses and homes. Throughout the Village.

Dec. 29: Cowboy Brad Holiday Concert. Free, family friendly concert.

YMCA of the Rockies. 7-8:30pm Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve at American Legion. Hors d’oeuvres, plated dinner, music w/ Mountain Town Rockers. 6pm Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Bash w/ Chain Station. Ring in the New Year!

The Rock Inn. 9pm Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Crystal Ball.

Music from Amplified Soul, champagne, hors d’oeuvres. The Stanley Hotel. 9pm Dec. 31: Welcome to the New Year w/ Friday Niters. Music by Harris and Harris. Rodeway Inn. 7pm Jan. 5: First Friday Art Groove.

Experience Estes Park’s fine art world.

Throughout the Village. 5-8pm

ENTERTAINMENT & MUSIC Dec. 22: Will Thomas. Acoustic. Snowy Peaks Winery. 4-6pm Dec. 22: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Other Side. 5-8pm Dec. 22: Jon Pickett. Acoustic duo. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm Dec. 22-23: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm Dec. 22-23: James Davis. Spanish Guitar. Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-9pm Dec. 22: Mountain Town Trio: Classic Rock and Folk. Latitude 105. 7-10pm Dec. 22-23, 27 & 29-30: Karaoke.

Lonigans. 9pm Dec. 23: Dayna and Ben Burke. Olde World carols and holiday favorites. Snowy Peaks Winery. 3-5pm

Dec. 23: David Potter. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm Dec. 24: Joseph Lingenfelter.

Acoustic. The Other Side. 10am-1pm

Dec. 22, 2017 – Jan. 5, 2018

Dec. 24: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Other Side. 5-8pm

Jan. 4: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm

Dec. 24: Bingo Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 6-7:30pm

Jan. 4: Geeks Who Drink. Trivia.

Latitude 105. 6:30pm

Dec. 25: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm

Jan. 5: Dahlby and Nadine. Acoustic.

Snowy Peaks Winery. 4-6pm

Dec. 26: David Potter. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm

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

Dec. 26: Trivia Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 7-8:30pm

Jan. 5: Table Culinary Experience.

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

Dec. 27: Erinn Peet-Lukes Duo. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm

Jan. 5: Murder by Death. Indie Rock.

The Stanley Hotel. 7:30pm

Dec. 27-29: James Davis. Spanish Guitar. Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-9pm

SEMINARS, CLASSES &

Dec. 28: Mountain Town Trio. Classic Rock and Folk. The Other Side. 6-9pm

LECTURES

Dec. 28: Jon Pickett: Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm

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

Dec. 28: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Estes Park Resort. 6-9pm

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

Group Bicycle Ride. Via Bicycle Café.

Dec. 28: Geeks Who Drink. Trivia.

Latitude 105. 6:30pm

Dec. 24 & 31: Daoist Lecture & Tai Chi Class. Dao House. 8:30-10am

Dec. 29: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Other Side. 5-8pm

Dec. 24: History and Nature Talk.

Rams Horn Village Clubhouse. 5-6pm

Dec. 29-30: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm

Dec. 26 & Jan. 5: Free 5K Group Fun Run. The Stanley Hotel. 5:30pm

Dec. 29: KC Groves. Acoustic Duo. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm Dec. 30: David Potter. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm Dec. 31: Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Other Side. 5-8pm Dec. 31: James Davis. Spanish Guitar.

Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-9pm Dec. 31: Bingo Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 6-7:30pm Dec. 31: Joseph Lingenfelter.

Acoustic. The Other Side. 10am-1pm Jan. 2: Trivia Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 7-8:30pm Jan. 4: Mountain Town Trio. Classic Rock and Folk. The Other Side. 6-9pm Jan. 4: Open Bluegrass Jam. The Rock Inn. 6pm

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

Call for details. 970-586-1206.

Dec. 16-17, 23-24 & 30-31: Wild in Winter. Beaver Meadows VC. 10-11am

EXHIBITS Dec. 22-24: Bill Fritz. Fine Art Show.

Art Center of Estes Park. 10am-5pm

UPCOMING EVENT Jan. 13-14: Estes Park Winter Festival. Beer contest, chili and music.

Estes Park Events Complex. 1-5pm

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

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

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

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Construction Of The Estes Valley Community Center Exceeds 90% Completion munity room, carpeting in the lobby and carpeting in the game room.

Drop ceilings have been installed in much of the building, sealing up the HVAC system, wiring and plumbing from view.

The six retractable basketball hoops were installed on the gymnasium ceiling and are being tested for functionality.

The cabinetry is being installed in the lower lobby for the reception desk as well as for the library kiosk and coffee bar, where free, hot coffee will be available daily. The classroom has also been fitted with its cabi-

prepped for installation. The wall mural featuring an Estes Park scene has been approved for the Cubz Den. The golf simulator has arrived. Installation of that equipment will take place after installation of the flooring in its dedicated room in the coming weeks.

The new leisure pool, which is located between the original aquatics center and the new portions of the community center, will include a lazy river and zerodepth entry pool with play features. This area has been mapped out and concrete and shotcrete poured so that you can see the path of the lazy river. “The building looks amazing,� said Teresa Jackson, Manager of Community Center Operations. “We couldn’t be happier with the progress Adolfson and Pe-

The Estes Valley Community Center (EVCC), being built by Estes Valley Recreation and Park District (EVRPD), continues to stay on schedule for a February 2018 opening. During the project status meeting on December 12 between EVRPD and Adolfson and Peterson Construction, the company guiding the project from start to finish, it was announced that the construction progress exceeded 90 percent completion. “We left that meeting with smiles on our faces knowing how close we are to opening this wonderful building for our community,� said Tom Carosello, Executive Director of Estes Valley Recreation and Park District. “Now that painting is

almost complete, flooring is being installed and drop-ceilings are in place, we can feel the energy inside the building and see all the potential it has for Estes Valley.�

All of the drywall is complete and the painting is just about finished. The rooms and spaces throughout the building have a wide variety of rich earthy tones—from

terson Construction has done to make sure this building is ready for our community in February.�

For more information about the new community center, to purchase a membership or inquire about room reservations, visit evrpd.com or call 970-586-8189.

About the Estes Valley Community Center: The new Estes Valley Community Center is a 70,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility scheduled to open in February 2018. The center is en visioned as a comprehensive, multi-gen erational destination with a robust

schedule of classes, a multipurpose gymnasium, indoor walking and jogging track, lazy river with interactive play features and slide in a natatorium, group fitness facilities, large community room with kitchen, golf simulator, senior center area and drop-in childcare.

About Estes Valley Recreation and Park District: Estes Valley Recreation and Park District is a quasimunicipal corporation and political subdivision of the State of Colorado.

Established in 1955, the organization’s goals are to plan, direct, organize and implement recreational programs, manage facilities and

provide public park and recreation

opportunities for residents and visi

tors of the District, an area that encompasses 320 square miles. deep reds to warm golds to rich blues.

The flooring has been installed in many of the rooms on the lower level.

This includes the bamboocolored tile in the com-

nets and sink area.

Stone finishes and siding are being completed on the outside of the building, and the glulams above the main entrance have been uncovered. Much of the landscaping has also been completed outside, including the trees in the parking lot, sidewalks on Community Drive and Manford Avenue, and preparation of the retention pond for seeding in the spring.

Wayfinding signage and the monument signs have been approved and are being

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Cub Scout Holiday Survival Blessings Box

The Estes Park Pack 8 Tiger and Wolf Cub Scouts have teamed up this year to participate in a community service project.

The Wolf Scouts created the Blessings Box as a way to collect non-perishable food items, personal hygiene products and small toys for people in need this holiday season. Items can be donated throughout the holiday season, and items can be taken from the box for those with a need. The Tiger Cub Scouts

will be donating all surplus items to Crossroads and learning more about what the organization does for our community. The Blessings Box is being hosted by EPMC, and will be located in their main lobby through the end of the year. Please stop by and give or receive!

Thank you to Park Supply for donating materials to paint the Blessings Box, to EPMC for hosting the project in their lobby, to Pack 8 for supporting the project, and to the community for helping with donations!

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Jake Miller 12th Grade Congratulations to Jake Miller, Student of the Week for December 22, 2017.

A school activity which Jake enjoys is being a member of the golf team for four years.

When heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not at school, Jake loves hiking, exploring the great outdoors, golfing, filmmaking, reading and volunteering at Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church.

Jake maintains a 3.8 GPA and has earned his varsity letter in golf for the past three years. He wrote, directed and produced a

forty minute film titled, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Awakening.â&#x20AC;? Jake has his own YouTube channel and has made many documentaries and short films. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s currently working on a ninety minute horror/suspense movie called, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ivyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Diary.â&#x20AC;?

His favorite quote is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Do or do not, there is no tryâ&#x20AC;? by Yoda. This is his favorite quote because he says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can learn a lot from Star Wars.â&#x20AC;?

After high school Jake is considering careers in wildland firefighting, National Park Service, wildlife photography or filmmaking.

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

Police Auxiliary Rings BellsCollection Total Now $46,884 Thank you, Estes nity service, safety Park Police Auxiliary, and protection are at for ringing the Salvathe heart of Estes tion Army bells Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Auxiliary unit, throughout the day and the Salvation on Friday, December Army is fortunate to 15th! To date, the Salhave such support. vation Army has colâ&#x20AC;&#x153;We really enjoy lected $46,884, so we helping the Salvation are closer to our Army,â&#x20AC;? Commander $67,300 goal!

Bradford said, smilOur Salvation Army ing and ringing the unit desperately tiny bell at the post needs organizations office. like the Police AuxilIf you or your oriary to help fill days ganization can help, of bell ringing shifts. itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not too late. In Even though there are addition to bell ringonly a few days left, ing, your group can the bell ringing make a direct dona

tion to the Estes schedule has openings. You can sign up Park Salvation for a shift by calling Army Service Ex970-646-5335 or tension Unit. You may designate your emailing your shift preferences to estes- funds to stay local by writing: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Estes parkbellringers@gmail.com. Another Park Service Extension Unitâ&#x20AC;? on the option is to click on the following link: memo line of your check. Please mail www.signupgenius.com/go/5080a49aeab donations to: 2aaafc1-bell (or type into your web Salvation Army browser: goo.gl/pkW9ie) and follow the P. O. Box 172 prompts.

Estes Park, CO 80517.

The Estes Park Police Auxiliary has taken on a full day of bell ringing for the past three years. Most of us see Auxiliary members on pedestrian-filled streets during the busy summer months; however, they do so much more behind the scenes. While the Auxiliary team does assist with special events, fingerprinting, unarmed patrols and vacation checks, this special, 20-member-unit sponsors the Blue Santa Program, making it very successful.

This year the team provided non-perishable food, toiletries and gifts to nearly 100 elderly, disabled adults and shut-it residents. Additionally, the Salvation Army helped to support Blue Santa this year by providing gift cards to those recipients. Commander Bill Bradford said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is so rewarding visiting folks at Good Sams and Prospect Park Living Center.

They light up when they see the Blue Santa walking down the halls.â&#x20AC;? Commu-

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Library’s Second Floor: Open And Ready For The New Year ’Tis the season of gift-wrapped packages, holiday lights, and that frosty chill in the air. Befitting that spirit of ribbons and bows is a gift we can all now enjoy: the re-opening of our Library’s second floor, newly-remodeled and designed to serve community needs well into the future.

The renovations were a two-month project and happily were finished right on schedule. The work was the result of several years of planning and addressing strategic priorities, based on what the community told us was most important. And a community “gift” it truly is: we couldn’t have taken this big step forward without the generosity of many visionary donors to the Library Friends & Foundation.

So what’s new on the second floor? We invite you to come and visit, and here’s an overview of the improvements you’ll find.

More meeting spaces, both large and small, are something that the public has asked us for. Our popular small study rooms have grown from two to four, offering additional space for student collaboration, tutoring sessions, Book-aLibrarian appointments, and for those needing a quiet place to focus or Skype for a job interview.

In addition to table and chair upgrades to the Wasson Meeting Room, a new “makerspace” room is making its debut, as both an additional meeting space and as a place to nurture creativity and innovation. Arts and crafts are a primary emphasis—including those ‘lost skills’ that might not be available to learn anywhere else. A second priority is the use

of tools—including technology, such as 3D printing and digital design. On some days, it might just be the perfect place to sew or paint or build a puzzle.

We’ll be actively seeking your creative ideas early in 2018.

We’ve also reorganized the new public computer area for more flexibility and more open space, making the computer commons the center of the floor’s activity. Computer workshops will now be conducted in one of the three primary meeting spaces using a new mobile classroom that helps us avoid the interruption of public computer services.

Wi-Fi users will enjoy a stronger and more widely distributed signal.

In addition to the new floor plan and technology improvements, we also completed several physical upgrades to the space. New lighting, carpeting, paint and trim, long overdue for replacement, have replaced the worn finishes of many years’ use.

Opening soon will be the Quiet Room, one of the coziest new areas: a sanctuary for reading, study and reflection, complete with its own fireplace to enjoy.

In January, we look forward to celebrating the many generous donors who have made these renovations possible.

Their investment in our community’s future will assure we can meet the needs of our residents as we embark on our Library’s second century of service.

Stop in soon and tour the Library’s second floor. As we look toward a new year, we are excited for the opportunity to serve you in this beautiful and improved space.

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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library Hours and Holiday Closure Library Closed on December 24 & 25 The library will be closed all day on Sunday and Monday, December 24 and 25, for the Christmas holiday. The library will also be closed all day on Monday, January 1, for New Year’s Day. Regular hours will apply on all other days this holiday season. Regular hours are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Creating Comfortable Spaces Library’s Second Floor Now Open With just a few finishing touches that remain, the renovations to the Library’s second floor are complete and the space is open again to the public. Among the enhancements are additional small study rooms, a newly-designed computer area, a maker-space room, and a quiet reading wing with a fireplace opening soon. The public is encouraged to visit the new space and see these completed renovations.

Creating Young Readers: Children and Families December Read-Aloud Challenge Families are encouraged to read aloud together this month by picking up a reading log incentive in the library’s Children’s Room. Those who read 75 books or more will earn a prize bag.

Families who read aloud to their children

help build vocabulary, develop language skills, and strengthen attention spans— an enjoyable workout for the mind.

Star in Your Own READ Poster Fridays, January 5, 12, and 19, 4:45-5:45 p.m., Hondius Room Children in grades K-5 are invited to bring their favorite book and pose for their own READ poster to encourage reading and celebrate literacy. Posters made will be displayed at the Library and kids will be able to take a copy home.

Register for one of three dates at estesvalleylibrary.org.

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

Call for Local Authors: Sign-Up for February On Saturday, February 10, the Library will host its annual Love Your Local Authors event, inviting published authors from the Estes valley to give a short pres-

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entation and participate in a meet-andgreet with the public. Interested authors are encouraged to contact Laurie Dale Marshall at ldalemarshall@estesvalleylibrary.org no later than January 31.

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

Stimulate Imagination: Listening for Pleasure Playaways: Available for Holiday Road Trips In addition to the large collection of audiobooks on CD available for checkout, the Library offers a portable listening device called Playaways, which contain an entire book in one small unit. Playaway audiobooks can be played in a car by using an auxiliary cord, allowing families to listen together while traveling.

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

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

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

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

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The December â&#x20AC;&#x153;Explore Our Storeâ&#x20AC;? took place on Wednesday, December 12 and featured Pepper Palace and The Stitchinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Den. Representatives from the Visitor Center staff, Ambassadors, Estes Valley Partners for Commerce, the Town of Estes Park staff, and Visit Estes Park enjoyed checking out each storeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offerings and hearing presentations from the respective manager and owner.

The groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first stop was Pepper Palace, located at 157 W. Elkhorn Avenue, Suite 17 in the Old Church Shops.

Manager Kristi Nielsen was on hand to welcome attendees and show them around the storeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wide selection of hot sauces, salsa, barbeque sauce, glazes, dipping sauces, seasonings, dips, and so much more! Kristi shared that Pepper Palace was founded by Craig and Tanya Migawa in Wisconsin in 1989 and has since expanded to 42 locations around the United States and Canada. The company is still family owned and operated, and all products are handcrafted (from cooking, to stirring, to pouring, to lalbeling) in 40-80 gallon batches. The Estes Park location opened on May 19 of this year and has had lots of fun offering sauces â&#x20AC;&#x153;from mild to wild.â&#x20AC;? Customers can sample many of the products and can even reference the Scoville Scale posted around the store for information on spicy levels. The bravest Explore Our Store attendees tried a horseradish as well as â&#x20AC;&#x153;The End,â&#x20AC;? Pepper Palaceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hottest sauce. The End features Carolina Reaper peppers and Habanero, and according to Kristi, has a â&#x20AC;&#x153;smoky, sweet, and great flavor.â&#x20AC;? Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll take her word on that! Pepper Palace is open daily at 10 a.m. and has great options for those last

minute gifts and stocking stuffers!

The next stop was The Stitchinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Den, located at 165 Virginia Drive. Owner Susan Mock welcomed everyone with a gift bag of delicious holiday treats and attendees browsed the extensive, branching store (which totals around 5,000 square feet!). Everywhere you look, there is a new nook to explore and lots of great products for knitting, quilting, crocheting, needlepoint, and more!

The Stitchinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Den has been open for 17 years in May and has traveled through five different locations, with their current spot as their permanent home. The store has expanded over the years, adding classes, an online store, and most recently, rug hooking! The Stitchinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Den is very active on social media and with a newsletter, and those interested can visit their website or stop by the store to view a calendar of events. Susan praised her â&#x20AC;&#x153;very talented and very skilledâ&#x20AC;? staff and shared stories about weekly hat knitting projects and charity knitting events her team has worked on. As Susan said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is not just your grandmotherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s craft!â&#x20AC;? The Stitchinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Den is open daily from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and more information can be found online at www.thestitchinden.com.

Thank you to Kristi and Susan for participating in this monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event! â&#x20AC;&#x153;Explore Our Storeâ&#x20AC;? takes place on the second Wednesday of each month, with the first store stop at 9 a.m. and the second at 9:30 a.m. The next event is January 10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; look for details on www.estesvalleypartners.com. All are welcome to attend! If you have questions about Explore Our Store, please contact Charley Dickey at charley.dickey@outlook.com.

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For the past several years I have participated with Global Volunteers in teaching English as a secondary language in Poland, Cuba, Vietnam and most recently in China. My three objectives in making this journey was to participate culturally, to enhance personal growth and to improve students’ English capacity.

I know that two weeks teaching English in Kunming will not solve all the world problems. It is just a tiny step, but I am grateful that it is a step I am able to take.

Yes, I had done this before but I was facing a new culture, students and environment. What would be the reception? I knew that the classes would be large (35 plus students per classes) and I would both be teaching five classes each day.

My fears were allayed upon arriving on the school grounds. This is a private school and the 900 students reside in school dorms and go home on weekends.

There is also a kindergarten program.

Most of the students are from families who are migrant workers from other provinces. The cost per student is $1300 USD per semester (tuition and board and room). Between classes, I took the opportunity to stroll around the grounds. I observed the kitchen staff peeling potatoes for tonight’s dinner, the track team getting ready for their run, guys playing basketball, and students involved in various drills. I also had the opportunity to tour the dorms. There were four bunk beds in each room and each room was spotless. Most of the teachers also stay on the grounds during the week. There are house mothers on each floor. The house mothers are responsible for supervising the children, see that their uniforms get cleaned, and help with personal chores during the week.

This school serves a unique function, of course, so it is good that these children can receive a good education and good care while their parents are working, but still, it is different from anything I’ve ever seen. The school offers a variety of courses including Chinese, math, English, art, Chinese calligraphy, music, physical education, science, Confucianism, ethics, computers and safety class.

Even with all the shouting and uncontrollable excitement, I knew I was in my element. It is impossible to describe the varying stares from these beautiful Chinese students. An American in their class room. At that moment what was racing through their minds? What did the future hold for them? Could I have an impact during the next two weeks? I decided just to jump in and give it my best.

I realized that these children were young, had limited exposure to English, and for most of them never having been involved in conversational English.

As I have expressed from other tours, teaching English as a secondary language is important but clearly not as important in building relationships between cultures. Hopefully this experience will encourage some of the students to dream of new possibilities, both academically and employment.

The teaching is exhausting, in a good

way. The kids are so excited and enthusiastic to see us, and after class often rush to the front for an autograph or a hug or to try to give me a little gift or snack. It’s a constant crush of people and just getting from class to class is an adventure. The time spent in class also takes a lot of energy. Keeping a group of 30-40 children engaged in a lesson when you don’t really know their preparation or their native language or their instructional system is a challenge! I have to rely on the Chinese English teachers to give an instruction or explanation in a few words of the students’ own language, especially since their English is so basic.

One could not but observe the level of discipline and structure throughout the premise. There are daily drills in the courtyard. One could assume that the drills reflect a militaristic environment but that misses the larger theme on the need for structure and discipline. Furthermore, my colleagues and I would agree that what we are witnessing is a society committed to collectivism. This contrast with the concept of individualism in our country. In China there is this distinct feeling that their country is on the move and together they will grow and prosper. My observation that this discipline is core to this school and students better take seriously. The preciseness of the drills was eye opening.

On some days I ate lunch in the school cafeteria. Again, very strict rules and no talking is allowed while eating! But the food was delicious—about six different dishes are offered, along with rice. The children eat quickly and then have time to play before the midday nap. I really loved seeing the kids at lunch. Best moment was when a boy noticed me struggling to manage a particularly ungainly piece of chicken with my chopsticks and walked off and came back with a napkin. A thoughtful and much needed gesture!

I love the hopeful idea of learning from mistakes. I used that a few times with my students: a boy in class who asked, “How old is your wife?” another boy who said, to the vast amusement of his classmates, “I like to play with you;” and even a boy who, when I asked, “What do you like to study?” replied “I don’t like to study.” To that last boy I said that a) his sentence was perfect and b) I know he must be very smart because he gave a very original answer. My whole theme of this two weeks with language instruction is that no one should ever feel afraid to make a mistake. It’s the only way to learn a language.

One day during break I noticed that a couple of coaches were plying badminton. Of course I had to jump in and show them how to play the game. That was short lived. I could barely hit the birdie. I blame my poor showing on too much tennis and pickle ball. Mixing it up with the teachers and students during the week had been one of my highlights.

You can imagine the transition required from thinking and speaking Chinese to managing the English language.

Read our Virtual E-Edition at www.epnews.com Mandarin is spoken here as well as the use of characters. The average educated Chinese might know 3,000-5,000 characters out of a total of nearly 50,000 characters.

I was more scared than I thought I’d be about teaching in this foreign culture.

But I remember thinking a long time ago, that if, once you reach a certain age, you never do anything that makes you nervous, it means you’re not really challenging yourself. You’re not doing anything new. We all need to push ourselves outside of our comfort zones from time to time. As I’ve gotten older I know that a lot of activities are closed off to me for physical or practical reasons. But there is still so much out there to try.

For the weekend, I hired a guide to take me to some of the main sights outside of central Kunming over the weekend.

Yunnan Province has a lot to see and do, and is a home to many of China’s ethnic minority groups. We chose to visit the Stone Forest, the Bamboo Temple and the Yunnan Nationalities Village.

Some students go home for lunch but the vast majority of the students will have lunch at school and only come home on weekends. We visited one student’s apartment. The mother, son and mother in law lived there. The father is an engineer and works in another section of the province and comes home once a month.

For many Chinese, you go where the work is.

Throughout this city of 6,000,000 plus people, there are literally hundreds of high rise apartments. Prices can range drastically depending on the quality of the apartments. Many of the families sending their children to our school have the resources and commitment to assure a quality education for their children.

Even in a society where until recently parents were only allowed one child, these parents want the best for their child.

The food options always amazed me.

For breakfast, one had choices between fried rice and noodles, eggs, soups, bread, dipping sauce, cold onions, cold vegetables, cold tofu silk, steamed corn, fried cauliflower, fried vegetables, American sausage, chopped green onions, fish role, French fries, fried spring rolls and pork chop radishes. Of course coffee, milk, juice and a variety of fruit were available. Dessert cakes were also present.

Why did I come to China? I came for many reasons: curiosity, experiencing a new culture and to teach conversational English. I have volunteered in many countries and coming to China was part

of my life long spiritual journey. It became that the philosophy of this school is to relate to these children in a manner that goes well beyond just teaching. The banner in the head masters office reflects this Confucius philosophy of caring and loving.

Yes, learning English important but loving and nurturing these children becomes even more important at this school. Every day I looked into the eyes of these children and I saw innocence, awe and hope. What all children need to grow is knowing that someone cares for them. Through my sense of humor, I hope the children saw someone who cared about them and wanted to see them continue to grow.

Before leaving China on November 25, the students prepared a Thanksgiving Day celebration. The following comment were offered: “it is important because it reminds us of the goodness of human nature and from anything can show gratitude, greeting your parents, friends, and helping those who need help. Let’s learn gratitude, learn to cherish, learn understanding and tolerance, most importantly, learn to love. That is what life really gives us.”

Our last day were all about goodbyes.

But I also feel that instead of doors closing, so many doors have been opened. I have gotten to say “hello” to literally hundreds of Chinese students, to their teachers and other helpers, and of course to my teammates. My world is so much bigger after the two weeks I’ve spent here. I hope that some of these new contacts will be lasting, and I feel so enriched and so fortunate to have had the chance to spend time with all of these wonderful people. Hello and goodbye do not have to be a beginning and an end.

They can be a circle—an ongoing process of welcoming people into your life, then moving on or watching them move on to something new, but then having the chance to welcome them back again, even if only in a memory. I will never forget the time I’ve spent here and I will never forget all the people in Kunming to whom I’ve said “goodbye” and “hello.”

It is not to argue that Chinese system is better able to withstand the shocks of today’s world. There is still political repression, increasing debt, corruption, pollution. However for the foreseeable future, China is likely to remains strong and stable. Its international presence will continue to grow and it is not short of ambition. As stated recently, it is time for China to take center stage in the world.

My email is renemoquin@centurylink.net

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Christmas Church Services Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church, 970-586-8111 Regular Masses Saturday, December 23rd: 4:30 p.m. Mass 6:30 p.m. Spanish Mass Sunday, December 24th: 8:00 a.m. Mass 10:00 a.m. Mass Christmas Masses Sunday, December 24th: 4:30 p.m. Childrens Mass Christmas Monday, December 25th: 12:00 a.m. Midnight Mass 8:00 a.m. Mass 10:00 a.m. Mass 6:00 p.m Mass

tled "We Three Kings" at 10:15 a.m.

Christmas Eve candlelight service entitled "The way in the manger" at 4:30 p.m.

Episcopal: Parish Church of St. Bartholomew The Apostle, 880 MacGregor Ave. Sunday: December 24th 9:30 a.m. Fourth Sunday of Advent: One service only, Holy Eucharist with Hymns.

Sunday December 24, Christmas Eve: 5 p.m. Children and Young of Heart. Holy Eucharist featuring a childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christmas Pageant. Reception following.

Sunday December 24 Christmas Eve. 7:30 p.m. Special music immediately followed by Christmas Eucharist (Mass).

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Sunday December 24, Christmas Morning. 9 a.m. Simple Eucharist with Carols.

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The YMCA of the Rockies Chapel Ministry invites you to celebrate Christmas Eve in Hyde Chapel. Join us for one of our evening services. Our 5:00 service is uplifting and family friendly, and our 11:00 service is a traditional candlelight communion service. Both services end with lighting of candles and singing of "Silent Night." Come celebrate the birth of Christ with us! YMCA of the Rockies, 2515 Tunnel Road, Estes Park, 970-5863341 ext. 1012.

From His Home to Ours-Come and Celebrate the Birth of Jesus Christ! December 24, 2017, 5:00 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi, 3480 St. Francis Way. Traditional Worship-Bible TeachingFriendly Faces All are welcome!

Further details: Fr. David McCready: (970) 391-1576 e-mail: mccreadd@tcd.ie Mountain View Bible Fellowship Church, 1575 South St. Vrain Avenue, (970) 586-3395.

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Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church, at 2000 Ptarmigan Trail. will hold its Christmas Eve Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols earlier this year, at 5:00 p.m., preceded by prelude music beginning at 4:30, to be sung and played by several SMLC musicians, including Phyllis Eggers, Gary Brown, Loren and Lynette Johnson, and the SMLC choir. All are warmly invited to come.

Estes Park Baptist Church Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 6:00 p.m., 2200 Mall Road Call: 970-586-2463 or David Taylor 720-403-5420.

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Christmas Eve Service At Shepherd Of The Mountains Lutheran Church

This year Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church at 2000 Ptarmigan Trail has moved its usual Christmas Eve Candlelight Service to 5:00 p.m., hoping that all who would like to join in worship will find this a more convenient time. What is more, because Christmas Eve, December 24th, falls on a Sunday this year, SMLC members are planning a double-header: Christmas morning worship service at the usual time, i.e. at 9:00 a.m., and Christmas Eve worship at 5:00 p.m., with prelude music by its various musicians at 4:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to both services.

The 9:00 a.m. service will be slightly abbreviated, featuring mostly scripture lessons and related carols and Holy Communion. Throughout the Advent season leading up to Christmas, Lutherans sing only Advent hymns in preparation for the celebration of Christ’s birth.

This means that they are especially eager for Christmas Eve to arrive so that they can sing all of those beautiful Christmas Carols at last, and they sing them with great enthusiasm. After all the Lutheran Church is known as “the singing church,” and for good reason.

The 5:00 p.m. candlelight service of lessons and carols will also include many opportunities for everyone to raise their voices in praise of God’s loving gift to humankind, Jesus Christ. In these dark times, the verses at the beginning of the

Gospel According to St. John are especially reassuring: “The light (of Christ) shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” But before worshippers get to the scripture lessons and carol-singing, they are invited to come as early as 4:30 to hear some special musical prelude offerings by various SMLC members. Phyllis Eggers, the organist, will begin with Two Variations on What Child is This? Then she will accompany Lynette Johnson (flute) on a medley of Manger Songs, arranged by Lloyd Larsen, followed by SMLC’s own uniquely mellow instrumental combination of Gary Brown (marimba) and Loren Johnson (flugel horn) playing The Coventry Carol. Before this duo returns with Mary Did You Know? the choir will sing Were You There on That Christmas Night? Leading into the congregational singing of its first carol at 5:00 p.m., Mrs. Eggers will offer a prelude on the Adeste Fidelis theme.

Moving from prelude to the final carol, the kind of light shining in the darkness at the end of the service will be from the candles held by each individual as he or she sings the beloved Silent Night, making the corporate worship experiences into an intensely personal one to take home as a rich blessing for the coming year. Tiny Tim said it best in Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, “God bless us everyone.”

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Thank You For All Your Help To The Editor: Over the last year, the Estes Valley Watershed Coalition has implemented over $4,000,000 of improvements to Fish Creek, Fall River, and the Big Thompson River, mainly repairing damage from the 2013 flood. These projects have been funded primarily by grants from the State and Federal governments, including HUD CDBG Disaster Relief funding through the Colorado Department of Local Affairs, the Colorado Water Conservation Board, and the Natural Resources Conservation Service – Department of Agriculture.

However, we have also received financial support from many local sources including grants from the Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Crossroads Ministries, the Northern Colorado Community Foundation, and Sunrise Rotary. In addition, several local businesses have made material donations, including Park Supply and CMS Planning. Estes Park Sanitation District and Estes Park Lumber have donated storage space. Trout

Haven contributed meeting space. Also, property owners who have directly benefitted from the repair and restoration work have made financial contributions to the projects, and continue to do so.

A large amount of volunteer time has also been donated by Estes Park High School students and staff, as well as many individual local residents, property owners, and the volunteer Board of the non-profit Watershed Coalition. The Egg & I and Kind Coffee donated food for school volunteers, and the Volunteers For Outdoor Colorado also provided volunteer help for project plantings and fencing.

We’d like to thank all of you who have contributed to this effort to repair and restore our rivers and streams, and to make our watersheds more resilient in future flooding events. If you are interested in getting involved with our on-going efforts, or to make a donation, go to www.evwatershed.org.

Happy Holidays from the Estes Valley Watershed Coalition

January 19 Concert To Benefit Quinn Brett Recovery Fund

Upstream Enterprises presents a concert series in Estes Park at the Historic Park Theatre. The Historic Park Theatre is the oldest motion picture theatre in the United States and has a seating capacity of 225 with a full bar. Concerts will be held once each month from January through June, leading up to the nearby outdoor SnowyGrass Music Festival in July. Ticket prices will vary. Five dollars of each ticket will be donated to a local cause or non-profit. Our sponsors make these events possible. 20% of these sponsorships will also be donated. Our six concert series sponsors include: Estes Park News, Glacier Creek Construction, Tom Thomas of First Colorado Realty, Fall River Village and Rocky Mountain

Day Hikes. Ed’s Cantina and Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory are sponsoring our January concert.

January 19: An evening of bluegrass with Meadow Mountain-winners of the RockyGrass 2017 Band Competition, along with Ran Off the Rooster.

Proceeds from this concert will benefit the Quinn Brett recovery fund. (Quinn is a local climber who fell 100 ft. in Yosemite). Tickets are $30 in advance, at the door-$35 (plus tax and handling).

February 9: An incredible evening of Latin dance music from ONDA fused with bluegrass from the music of Bridget Law of Elephant Revival and Silas Herman of Gipsy Moon. The Nederland duo, Hattie and Hayley will perform an acoustic set to kick the night off. There will be a Fusion taco bar included. Thsi concert will benefit Estes Valley Crisis Advocates. $45 for tickets, at the door $50 (plus tax and handling).

March - June concerts to be announced.

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Meeting Notices Park Al-Anon

Early Worms AA Meetings Early Worms AA meets at 7 a.m. every morning except Sunday in the basement of Saint Bartholomews Church at 880 MacGregor Ave. For more info, please call 970-586-1090 or 970-4433538.

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

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

Estes Park Al-Anon Al-Anon Group in Estes Park meets from 7-8 p.m. every Friday at U.S. Bank. 363 E. Elkhorn Ave. Call 970586-2013 for more info.

Fall River Group of AA The Fall River Group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets daily at noon.

Other meetings: Sunday- 7:00 p.m.-open Monday-5:30 p.m.-Women’s Study & 7:00 p.m.-open Tuesday-5:30 p.m.-open Wednesday-Saturday-7 p.m.-open Meeting location is 701 Elm Rd. next to the automotive shop. We welcome friends and visitors to attend these open meetings.

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

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

Saturdays, 1600 Fish Hatchery Rd., Estes Park.

AA Meeting Allenspark Thursdays at 5:30 p.m.

Allenspark Fire Dept. Community Room Downstairs For info. call 303-747-2415.

New Horizons Group of Narcotics Anonymous Thursdays at 7 p.m. - Open meeting.

701 Elm Rd.

Free at Last Group of Narcotics Anonymous Fridays 7:30 p.m. - Open meeting.

Harmony Foundation - 1600 Fish Hatchery Rd.

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Federico Montez Gonzales Jr.

Lyman B. Lindemier Lyman B Lindemier was born on April 18, 1937 in Davenport Iowa. His parents were Beatrice and Marshall Lindemier.

He passed on December 5, 2017 in Green Valley, Arizona.

He is survived by his wife Donna of 60 years. The entire family was together to celebrate this anniversary on November 30th. He has three surviving daughters Dylon Nugent and her husband Garrett. Shelly Maschler and her husband Jeff and DeAnna DiLoreto and her husband Scott. Lyman also has three grandchildren Andrew Maschler, Jamie Maschler and Madison Maschler.

He graduated from Iowa State University in 1958.

His 30 year career was with General Motors/AC Delco Division in Marketing and Sales.

Lyman and Donna retired to Estes Park, Colorado in 1992 where they enjoyed watching the wildlife and spending time with great friends. In 1997 they relocated to Cottonwood, Arizona and currently reside in Green Valley, AZ which is home for them.

There was a private family ceremony performed in Green Valley, AZ. Any donations are asked to be made to Animal League of Green Valley, Arizona, 520-625-3170.

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

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

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

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

In memory of Freddie, live as he didappreciate the overwhelming wonder and beauty of nature. When you see a homeless person, give them money.

When you see an animal, pet it. When you see something beautiful, slow down and take a picture of it. When you see someone who is sad, stop and talk to them. When you have a chance to make a child happy, do it. When you see a flower, smell it. When there's work to be done, do it. When you see pretty things, appreciate them. Wake up every day singing. When there's a hamburger, eat it. Watch Rudolph the Red nosed Reindeer every year. When you hear music, sing and dance to it.

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

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

And if you see a helicopter, well...

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

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

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

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

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Donald Edward Shears, born April 3, 1926, died peacefully on December 15, 2017. He resided at Prospect Park Living Center in Estes Park, Colorado. Before moving to Estes Park in 2006, Don lived in Las Vegas for 30 years. He was born in Highland Park, Michigan. At 18 years old, he joined the Army Air Corp and served during WWII. After the war, he left the military in 1947, and traveled the United States for a year on his Harley Davidson motorcycle. After his adventure, he settled down in Michigan and attended the University of Michigan.

He was the first of his family to graduate from college. Don had a long successful career working in various industries as an executive in purchasing and finance. He enjoyed reading, camping, hiking, playing cards, golf, and was an avid life-long learner and student of nature. He had several say-

ings that he shared through his life, but one that is remembered most is, “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again. ” W. C. Fields. Don is survived by his daughters, Pamela Chambers (Chuck), Overland Park, KS; Linda Hardin, Estes Park, CO; Nancy Holton (Lonnie), Jacksonville, FL; Donna Salyer (Clay), Overland Park, KS; and Rachael Fair (Reggie), Liberty, MO. He has 19 grandchildren and 11 greatgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Edward Shears and Ruth Collum Shears, and his sister, Mildred Shears Smith.

Honoring Don’s wishes, there will not be a service in his memory. His daughters gathered privately to celebrate his life and share memories.

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

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

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

Only online applications are accepted.

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

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

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

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

Dietary Dietary Aide – PRN

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

Emergency Medical Services Paramedic - PRN Environmental Services Housekeeper – FT

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

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

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

Apply online: www.epmedcenter.com.

EPMC offers competitive wages and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

Administrative Assistant

Community Services Dept./Special Events Hiring Range $18.01 - $21.16 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: December 27, 2017

Civil Engineer II or III

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

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

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

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

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

Executive Assistant

Community Development Dept.

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

Facility Maintenance Worker Public Works Dept.

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

Snow Plow Driver (Temporary/On-Call)

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

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

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

(Committee application required)

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

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

Town of Estes Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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

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

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

Please call Ann at 970-586-4447 to schedule an interview - walk-ins are also welcome.

Woodlands On Fall River is looking for a hard working person who can multitask to join our team.

Year round, 30-40 hrs/week.

Duties include office, checking in guests, taking reservations & providing excellent customer service.

Starting ASAP, please apply in person at 1888 Fall River Road

Help us Help Others Become a CAREGiver

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

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

No certification required.

Training and support provided.

Sign on Bonus for Estes Park area!

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

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

We have year round work!

Call Tim 970-518-4001 Bestway-Painting Looking for full-time & part-time, year-round employees for dog daycare/boarding business.

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

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

JOIN OUR TEAM

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

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

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

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

EEOE

YMCA OF THE ROCKIES ESTES PARK CENTER

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

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES TECH

ON-SITE HOUSING & MEALS PROVIDED

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

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

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Estes Park & Mason St., Fort Collins Locations Now Hiring:

Mechanice or General Service Tech Experience preferred but will train.

Email Danny at: masontire@gmail.com

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RENTALS

RENTALS

Homes Now Hiring Front Desk Attendants for new Estes Valley Community Center (EVCC)

Estes Valley Recreation & Park District is now hiring for part-time, year-round Front Desk Attendant positions for our brand new, state of the art Estes Valley Community Center. Looking for friendly, outgoing customer service professionals!

This position performs a wide variety of routine and general cashier duties, office support and customer service activities. Current part-time hours will be offered in the mornings 10-20 hours per week, however, when the doors open to the new EVCC in February, hours can be extended up to 30 per week if desired.

Pay range is $12 - $16/hour, and District-wide perks and discounts are included!

Applications and complete job descriptions may be obtained from our website at www.evrpd.com or from the EVRPD Administration Office at 690 Big Thompson Avenue. Submit applications to: Estes Valley Recreation and Park District, Attention HR; P.O. Box 1379, Estes Park, CO 80517, or email employee application to hr@evrpd.com

FULL-TIME Contract position: Maintenance Supervisor for EVRPD Campgrounds Job Announcement Closing Date: 12/31/17

Estes Valley Recreation and Park District is seeking a Campgrounds Maintenance Supervisor to become a member of our team. This “8-month contract position” receives a full-time benefits package including full Health/Dental/Vision, paid vacation/sick/holiday leave, retirement, and Districtwide discounts at our facilities. This position’s annual schedule runs March 1st through October 31st each year. This position will have responsibility for overseeing and completing all property maintenance-related duties at the Estes Park Campground at Mary’s Lake and the Estes Park Campground at East Portal.

This position requires expertise in many diverse tasks related to campground maintenance as well as staff supervision. Pay Range: $17.00 - $25.50/hr.

Applications and complete job descriptions may be obtained from our website atwww.evrpd.com or from the EVRPD Administration Office at 690 Big Thompson Avenue. Submit applications to: Estes Valley Recreation and Park District, Attention HR; P.O. Box 1379, Estes Park, CO 80517, or email employee application to hr@evrpd.com

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

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

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

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

EEOE

HELP WANTED

Respected body shop looking for an auto body technician. We have the work and you have the potential to earn. Call Derek or Carrie at 970-586-1922 to set up an interview. Or, email at estesvalleycollision@gmail.com

Winter Rentals: Riverside/Raymond area; 1 bed, 2 baths, spacious Holistic Healing and kitchen, laundry, one car garage. Available Nov to Wellness Co-op OpportuMay, monthly rent $1,750 nity. All modalities welincludes utilities. come. $250/month, call (970) 219-3488.

2 bedroom condo, 2 ½ baths, furnished, one car garage. Wood fireplace, Room/Roommate No Pets.Monthly rent $1,970, includes utilities.

Available now until May 15th - Two bedroom, two bath condo, with private laundry, gas fireplace.

Monthly rent $1,450, includes utilities.

Newly remodeled, furnished, 3 bed, 2 bath, one car garage. No pets, Available until May 15th Monthly rent $2100 plus $400 utilities.

Call Teresa at Range Property.

970-586-7626

HOUSEKEEPING MAINTENANCE

Must Be A Non-smoker.

Apply in person at 1260 Big Thompson Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517.

Wants To Rent

LOOKING FOR ROOM in Good Home. Will pay $500/mo. Will provide free Cleaning Service (3 hrs./wk) 14-yr. Estes resiFurnished 3B/2B House. dent. Excellent refs. Call Fireplace, Hot tub, Deck.

577-7059. Please leave Jan 1 - May 1, 2018. Refermessage. ences, Pet neg., NS, $2300/mo., $1200 deposit, some utilities included. Call SERVICES Karine 714-510-0526.

Fully furnished cottage for long term rent now. 970586-3759 3 furnished houses for rent 11-1-17 thru 5-22-18 553 Grand Estates 3 bed ,2 bath 1600 sq ft ranch $2100 a month 1681 Clover Lane Remodeled,1400 sq ft,3 bed, 2 baths,carport, $1800 rent 238 Big Horn Dr 3 bed, 2 bath 1400 sq ft, $2000 rent- deposit is same as rent on all properties. N/S, N/P. Call Pat 303-947-4569

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

Cabins Silver Saddle Inn

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

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

SERVICES Pet Care

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

Music Instruction June Schock, M.M. UC Boulder, retired professional singer and college professor.

All styles of music, vocal technique, interpretation and staging.

Call 970-313-3158

HOUSEHOLD Furniture

Home Repair/Service Woodley’s Leather Chair. $40. 970-577-7235

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

Sewing/Alterations Creative Sewing Services Cushions, chairtops, Industrial repairs & leather.

Local - call Beth 970-4925446

Commercial Rentals Only one office left at 1180 A Graves Ave. with shared reception area, kitchen and handicapped bathroom. All utilities and internet are included for $350 a month. Call Peggy 970-232-5588.

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

577-1755 www.estesparkpiano tuner.co.business

Equipment Free Olympic weights, barbell and bench. Gary 970-577-0562.

SALES Estate Sales ESTATE/GARAGE SALE; Need to have one, but seems overwhelming.

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

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ACUPUNCTURE

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ATTORNEYS

COMPUTER SERVICES

BEAUTY SALON

QuickBooks Support

Tax Minimization

CLOUD@CCOUNTING

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CARPET CLEANING

970.667.1070

APPLIANCE REPAIR

CONFLICT RESOLUTION ARCHITECTURE

ART FRAMING

ATTORNEYS

CHIMNEY SWEEP

CLEANING SERVICES

COUNSELING SERVICES

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FLOORING

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

ELECTRICIAN

ENGINEERING GENERAL CONTRACTOR

970-586-1685 EYE CARE

Custom Homes, Additions, Kitchens, Baths, Historic Renovations, Remodels and Design Work

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HEARING & TINNITUS CARE

IN-HOME CARE

PAINTING

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

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

LANDSCAPING

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

970.616.2703

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

Call us for all of your painting or staining needs!

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

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

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

LINEN SUPPLY -LAUNDRY SERVICE

MASONRY / SNOW REMOVAL

HOT TUBS & POOL SERVICES

OFFICIANT

PASSPORT PHOTOGRAPHY

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REAL ESTATE

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SHARPENING / SERVICE

THRIFT STORES

PROPANE TREE SERVICE

ROOFING

POWER GENERATION

SECURITY HOME WATCH

PREGNANCY

Sure Lock Homes Services A Watchful Eye While You’re Away

Steve and Evelyn Wilson

970-586-4206

Licensed • Bonded • Insured www.surelockhomeservices.com

WINDOW CLEANING

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19.1 acres of privacy, views, location, solitude and the site to enjoy it! Spacious home and exceptional separate cabin, beautifully updated. House and cabin includes 4,061 total sq ft of living space and 706 sq ft in the attached garage. Adjacent to Christmas Tree Mountain. Appreciate this unique and special place. $950,000 ~ 1016 Christmas Tree Ln

Brand New Home!

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Stunning Location

Located in the premier Grey Fox Estates subdivision. The lots in this neighborhood were designed to work with the terrain, natural features, sensitivity to setting and views in order to develop one of the most beautiful & individual building lots in all of Estes Park. A peaceful mountain setting with city utilities and easy access to town. $215,000 ~ Shadow Mountain Court, Lot 8

End-of-Road Privacy

Tour Just completed on a 1-acre lot in Meadowdale Hills, this home features easy main level living with an open great room, spacious kitchen with breakfast bar and lots of storage. 3 bedrooms & 2 baths, including master suite with walk-in closet. Expansive 42' deck overlooks dedicated open space and mountain views, 2- car attached garage plus huge unfinished walk-out lower level. $429,000 ~ 646 Meadowview Drive

A rare and magical 30-acre property, just moments from town and RMNP. Amazing rock formations, huge views, Aspen Groves, Pine Forest and level areas for recreation. This well maintained home features beautiful wood beams, moss rock fireplace and numerous windows. Main level living with a total of 3 Bedrooms/2 Bath plus a large walkout Family/Rec room for entertaining and extra guests. $895,000 ~ 1267uppervennerranch.srp3d.com

Outstanding Opportunity!

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

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