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Bighorn Sheep Are The Symbol Of Rocky Mountain National Park Bighorn sheep are commonly seen in the US Highway 34 canyon although now it is closed due to construction. They are also frequently seen along Fall River Road on the way to the north entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park and near Horseshoe Park and Sheep Lakes. They like to lick the salt on the roads in the winter, so driving with caution in these areas is advised.

The muscular males can weigh up to 300 pounds and they stand over three feet tall at their shoulders The females are about half their size. In winter, their coats are thicker and double-layered.

Photo by Kris Hazelton

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Town Board To Discuss Enforcement Of Vacation Home Regulations Feb. 14th The Estes Park Town Board of Trustees will discuss enforcement of vacation home development regulations at its regular meeting Tuesday, Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. in the Town Board Room at Town Hall; 170 MacGregor Ave. Staff is proposing a policy which will allow for a limited-term grace period for existing vacation rental bookings. This grace period is intended to cover the gap between adoption of the regulations in December 2016 and the completion of the application process in 2017. This will allow vacation rentals with reservations already under contract to keep their existing bookings while they work through the established process.

If adopted, the new policy will state that owners of vacation homes should file for and pursue necessary approvals during the 2017 calendar year.

For more information, please contact the Community Development Department at 970-577-3721. More information about vacation rentals is available at www.estes.org/vacationrentals. Sign up to receive Town news and/or agendas at www.estes.org/subscribe. More Town news is available at www.facebook.com/townofestesparkco and www.twitter.com/townofestespark.

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The Estes Park Community Thrift Shop is hosting a benefit bag sale on Saturday, February 18th for the Estes Pak program.

The money raised that day will go to help families in need in our community.

Please consider donating items to the Thrift Shop for the upcoming sale.

Estes Pak is a weekend food supplement program. The Estes Park Education Association started Estes Pak to help support their students and the Estes Park Community. The main goal of Estes Pak is to diminish food insecurity and hunger in Estes Park. Currently, Estes Pak sends home around 50 bags of food each weekend to students in the community. If you want to learn more about Estes Pak or want to make a donation to the program feel free to contact the project coordinator Terry Leija at 970 5867406 ext. 3284 or email at Terry_Leija@psdr3.k12.co.us.

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A Lasting Gift: Sponsor A Centennial-Themed Bench Available For A Limited Time A major effort of the yearlong Town centennial celebration is funding a Legacy Project to make enhancements to the Knoll-Willows Open Space. Plans are in place for trail improvements, interpretive signage, and restoration of

grass on one side and added crushed gravel consistent with the kind found elsewhere on the Knoll. The proposed trail offers view sheds looking east towards Lake Estes and Mount Olympus.

Up to four benches can be purchased (one out of the five available is already sponsored) as part of the fundraising project to be installed along the restored path. The trail restoration project including the inFour of these benches are stallation of a few available for sponsorship. benches falls within the Knoll-Willows Open Space Master Plan. Look for products with the Centendamaged arnial Logo appearing in local stores and eas while maintaining the natural charat events (a full list of official Centenacter of the special area. A specific way nial merchandise can be found at to make a lasting gift is through the www.estespark100.com). A special lisponsorship of a bench. cense is required The laser-cut benches to use the logo cost $1,250 each and for events and will feature the unique products and a logo designed to comportion of the memorate the anniversale of all lisary and donors will be censed products able to add names as a and 100 percent memorial or dedication of the licensing to individuals or behalf fees help fund of an organization (as the Legacy Projspace allows). Plans for Look for merchandise around town ect. Applications the Legacy Project will sporting the logo - proceeds support the for Official Cenbe presented on Tues- Legacy Project. tennial Events day, February 21 from 5 and to use the Centennial Logo are p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Town Board available online at Room at Town Hall, 170 MacGregor www.estespark100.com. If you are inAve. The public is invited to specifically terested in sponsoring a bench or makcomment on a proposed trail restoration ing a donation of any amount, please plan on the east side of the Knoll-Wilcontact Centennial Chair Alicia lows Open Space. The Centennial Cele- Rochambeau at bration Team and the Estes Valley Land arochambeau@estes.org or 970-577Trust are considering restoring the tire 3762. For donations of any size, please tracks on the east side of the Knoll-Wil- send a check payable to “Town of Estes lows Open Space to a single footpath.

Park” with “Legacy” written in the note The disturbance in the ground made section to: Town of Estes Park, P.O. Box over the years would be reduced from 1200, Estes Park, CO 80517. two tracks to one with the use of native

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Share Your Vision For Downtown Estes Park Attend Community Workshop #1 for the Downtown Plan project Feb. 23 The Town of Estes Park will host the first community workshop for the Downtown Plan project Feb. 23 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Estes Park Event Center, 1125 Rooftop Way. All community members, business owners and other stakeholders are encouraged to come and learn about the process and share their ideas. The purpose of the community workshop is to provide an opportunity for community members to discuss issues facing downtown and begin identifying a vision for its future. Community members will also get a chance to learn more about the project, including primary objectives, the project schedule, and opportunities for commu-

nity involvement. The workshop will be designed to be interactive, engaging and fun.

The input provided at the workshop will be critical to the development of the initial plan concepts and priorities.

The Town of Estes Park recently initiated a community planning process to establish a long-term vision for the future of downtown. When complete, the Estes Park Downtown Plan will be used to guide future downtown development and infrastructure investments. The Downtown Plan is funded by a grant from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs Energy/Mineral Impact Assistance Fund.

For more information, visit www.estesdowntownplan.com.

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.

January 29 At 6:42 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to Highway 66 and Highway 36 for a MVC. January 31 At 8:35 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 393 Prospect Estates Circle for a detector activation.

February 1 At 2:02 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to for a smoke investigation down Highway 34.

At 6:25 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1600 Wapiti Circle for a detector activa-

tion.

At 9:51 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 247 Green Ridge Rd. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

February 2 At 11:00 a.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to 101 S. Saint Vrain for a fire alarm activation.

At 5:29 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 755 Elm Rd. for a possible electrical fire.

February 3 At 11:45 a.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to 600 Park River Place for a detector activation.

At 6:41 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 2151 Larkspur Ave. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

February 4 At 9:13 a.m. the EVFPD was paged to 2261 Arapaho Rd. to assist the Estes Park Ambulance

Members of EP Police Dept. and EV Fire Protection Dist. raised an American Flag over Highway 34 to honor fallen security guard Scott Von Lanken as his funeral procession arrived in Estes Park. Lanken was killed Jan. 31 while on the job as a RTD security guard outside Union Station, Denver. He was buried at Estes Valley Memorial Gardens because he and his wife Shellie, loved Estes Park and had planned to retire here. EstesParkNews.com photo

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Town To Deploy Temporary Digital Message Signs For Public Comment The Town of Estes Park Public Works Department has determined tentative locations for three permanent digital message signs to be installed this summer. To receive effective public feedback, Public Works is coordinating with the Estes Park Police Department to set up the mobile digital signs at the proposed locations for the permanent signs. The mobile sign will stay in each of the three locations for approximately one week at a time. Each sign is scheduled to be posted as follows: DMS Location 1 - U.S. 36/Community Drive (Feb. 10-16).

DMS Location 2 - U.S. 36/Parking Structure Entrance (Feb. 17-23).

DMS Location 3 - U.S. 34/Summit Drive (Feb. 24-Mar. 2).

Each new color digital message sign will be approximately 4' tall x 12' wide. The

signs will inform motorists of parking availability. The public is encouraged to visit these locations and provide any comments to Public Works engineering manager Kevin Ash at kash@estes.org.

Final design is scheduled for completion by early May 2017. Contractor bidding and award will follow in early June.

Construction of all three locations should be complete by the end of July 2017. This project is being funded through the Federal Highway Administration Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program "CMAQ Grant," with matching funds from the Town of Estes Park Community Reinvestment Fund.

For more information, please visit www.estes.org/electronicmessagesigns or contact the Public Works Department at 970-577-3587.

Meeting To Discuss Flood Recovery And Resiliency Plans The Estes Valley Watershed Coalition invites you to an open house to review and discuss flood recovery and resiliency plans for Middle Fish Creek.

When: Monday, February 13th from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Where: The Estes Valley Library, Wasson Board Room We want to hear your thoughts, ideas and questions!

The potential project areas will include restoration efforts starting at Country Club Dr. (including Creekside Ct.) to Little Valley Dr. Please visit www.evwatershed.org to review the project areas.

Contact Lindsay McFarland with questions: Lindsay.mcfarland@evwatershed.org or 319-530-8499.

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Estes Park Rotary Duck Race Theme & Prizes Set Planners hope to raise $135,000 for local charities The Fall River may be gurgling under ice, but the 2017 Estes Park Rotary Duck Race is just around the bend. The race committee has unveiled this year’s theme and major prizes. In addition, the list of charities and groups that will benefit is complete, and the roster of major and associate sponsors has been finalized.

The 2017 theme for Duck Race Festival is “Celebrating Estes Park’s 100th Anniversary.” Mascot Lucky the Duck has donned period attire to enhance the historical theme.

Gary Hazelton, artist and Estes Park News owner-publisher, designed the 2017 poster, adoption form, button art, and logo as part of his major sponsorship donation to the race.

“Lucky is dressed in clothing reflecting mountain hiking apparel from 100 years ago,” Hazelton said. “To illustrate this, I researched images of the attire of Enos Mills and other mountain hikers. It was fun to add this apparel to Lucky.”

Because the theme is tied to the Estes Park Centennial, the Duck Race art this year also features local landmarks.

“The poster, etc. includes the Stanley Hotel, Nicky’s, The Wheel Bar, and Bond Park. We have included these because these are all icons of Estes Park and supporters of the Duck Race for many years.

The owners of Nicky’s and The Wheel Bar are among the original creators of the first Duck Race over 28 years ago,” Hazelton said.

The Saturday, May 6, festival will offer activities in Bond Park and George Hix Riverside Plaza, and a Duck Waddle 5K sponsored by the Estes Park Running Club. From beer to pancakes, from interactive games for the kids to live music, the festival promises fun for all ages, said 2017 ‘Big Duck’ Gregg Jurgens.

“This is The Rotary Club of Estes Park’s largest fun-raising and fundraising event, a not-to-be missed Saturday in the mountains,” Jurgens said. “We also are hoping to recruit some new members for our club through the race this year.”

Major prizes will inspire travel to excit-

ing destinations. A $20 adoption will mean a chance at winning: • Grand Prize seven-night Eastern or Western Caribbean cruise for two with a balcony cabin. (Grand Prize may be redeemed for $6,000 cash).

• Second Prize trip for two to Riviera Maya, Mexico or Napa, California. The three-night packages include first-class accommodations. The Mexico option is booked at a beachfront, all-inclusive hotel; Napa includes B&B bookings and a rental car. (Redeemable for $3,000 cash.)

• Third Prize trip for two to New York or Savannah. The New York trip includes two nights in a Manhattan hotel and museum admission. In Savannah, the winners will spend three nights in an historic district hotel.

(Redeemable for $2,000 cash.)

All of the major prizes include airfare from Denver and round-trip transportation to hotels or cruise port.

Columbine Travel in Estes Park will arrange the trips, which are limited to non-holiday travel times and based on availability.

The reason for the race? To help 68 Estes Valley groups and charities. The complete list of beneficiaries is on epduckrace.org.

“I am very excited that 68 charities will participate this year. We haven’t had such a large group in many years,” said Larry Williams, race committee member who coordinated selection of beneficiaries. “We welcome our new charities and look forward to their energetic adoption sales.”

The generosity of 56 financial sponsors is greatly appreciated because their donations offset the cost of the major travel prizes, said sponsorship co-chair Ken TeSelle. This year’s race will be supported by 38 major and 18 associate sponsors. A major sponsor contributes $500 or more to support race prizes. An associate sponsor kicks in $100. The names of major sponsors appear on all Duck Race posters, adoption forms and on the race website. In addition, 14 inkind sponsors donate services in the equivalent of the monetary donations of major and associate sponsors. These include coverage or advertisements in local media, office staff to support race operations, a crane to lift the duck cage, telephone services, and Duck Central rent, among others. Posters and adoption forms will soon appear.

The goal for 2017 is to raise $135,000 or more for local groups and charities, said ‘Big Duck’ Jurgens. For each $20 adoption form sold, $19 goes to the beneficiaries. In the past 28 years, the Estes Park Duck Race has returned more than $2.3 million to the Estes Valley.

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Internationale Aviation Club Meeting February 14 The next meeting of the Estes Park Insources from wild land fire. The state’s ternationale Aviation Club will be held Division of Fire Prevention and Control on February 14, 2017, at 6:30 p.m., in the (DFPC) acquired two Pilatus PC-12 Hondius Room of the Estes Valley LiMulti-Mission Aircraft. These aircraft brary. This meeting is free and open to represent a major leap forward in introthe public, and everyone is welcome. Our ducing proven technology into the early MedX of Estes is offering free body program this meeting composition testing for the month of is one of great interest February. Through five simple tests, you to all Colorado resican learn what your body composition is. dents, especially those The tests include: Body Mass Index, of us who live in Estes Basal Metabolic Rate, waist to hip, skin Park. The speaker for Fold Testing and Bio-electrical Impedour program is Guy ance. Call to schedule your test time at Jones and he will de577-0174. scribe the program developed by the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) to use two Pilatus PC-12 “MultiMission Aircraft” for Pilatus PC-12 Multi-Mission Aircraft very early detection of land wildfires. Guy is the senior pilot for location and management of wild land Colorado’s Pilatus PC-12 Multi-Mission fires. Sensors on the planes can detect Aircraft” program, and he has a presenta- and map the location of fires when very tion of great interest to all – don’t miss small and transmit near real-time spatial this! Guy is a retired U.S. Army Colonel data, still images, and short video clips to and a 49 year general aviation veteran pi- the Colorado Wildfire Information Manlot, and is one of the “Multi-Mission Air- agement System (CO-WIMS), a webcraft” program original members. based situational awareness platform.

In 2014 the state of Colorado decided to Fire managers can log into CO-WIMS to view fire perimeters and the other data purchase two high-tech multi-mission generated by the aircraft. Firefighters on aircraft for aerial firefighting in order to the ground who have access to the sysbetter protect the state”s citizens and re-

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tem can view the information as long as they have a good cellular connection.

Additionally, the aircraft can transmit fire intelligence data directly to fire manager’s email and smart devices if they have cellular coverage. The aircraft oper-

ates at higher altitudes to utilize the three cameras on board which are tied in through an advanced moving map and fire mapping software system. The thermal signature detecting sensor maps heat emitted from fires and the color cameras provide a high definition visual view.

This provides firefighters information about the location of a fire which is transmitted from the Mission Specialist on the aircraft to the firefighters on the ground.

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Winter Bear Break-In By: Kris Hazelton

Despite the fact that it’s the middle of February, we all must be aware that bears in our area can come out of their dens, (especially on warmer days), in search of food.

Just last weekend a family had their vehicle broken into and severely damaged by a hungry bruin, in search of food.

The car was parked in the lot of a lodging establishment on Fall River Road when a sleepy, but hungry, bear easily popped open the unlocked car door and entered the vehicle, drawn in by the smell of fast food that was left inside. While in the car, the bear ransacked the interior, pulling off the rearview mirror and making a huge mess of everything. After the bear finished off the fast food, he hopped out of the car and left, probably retreating back to his den.

It is a common misconception that bears hibernate during the winter.

While bears tend to slow down during the winter, Black Bears are not true hibernators. They go into a deep sleep during the winter months, known as torpor. The bears den up in the fall but sometimes come out during the warmer days. When they do come out, it’s usually only for a short while, and because

they are hungry.

This incident is a good reminder for everyone to always lock your vehicle (though some bears have even learned to open locked doors) and make sure that you don’t leave any food of any kind in your vehicle that might attract a bear.

Also, make sure all windows are rolled up tight, with no open gaps so a bear cannot put his claw into the opening and shatter your window to gain entry.

Even nonfood items you might have in your car such as chapstick, gum or gum wrappers, soaps, lotions and air fresheners can attract a bear.

It is extremely important to keep your car interior clean to prevent bear break-ins, at all times of the year. Look under seats, vacuum, and make sure there are no leftover foods or food containers in your car.

It’s always good to be bear aware.

File photos from a previous incident show the damage a bear can do inside a vehicle. EPNEWS.com

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Estes Park EDC Welcomes New Board Members

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At its January meeting, the Estes Park Economic Development Corporation (Estes Park EDC) Board approved three new Board member positions, and appointed new Estes Park Medical Center CEO Dr. Larry Leaming to its Board to succeed outgoing Board member Chuck Levine.

Larry Leaming Jim McGibney, a developer and consultant joins the Board after serving as a volunteer for the organization. Board Chair James H. Pickering is becoming an individual Board member and contributor after serving on behalf of EPIC, Inc., the Rocky Mountain Performing Arts Center. Finally, business owner DiJim McGibney ane Muno will now represent The Spruce House, Inc. after serving on behalf of the Estes Park Wedding Association.

Dr. Larry Leaming is an accomplished rural hospital administrator, educator, consultant, and researcher with more than 35 years of healthcare experience. His experience progression ex- James H. Pickering tends from the front lines of patient care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, to management positions. Leaming served as the Chief Executive Officer for six small rural hospitals in Nebraska, New Mexico, and Colorado. Dr. Leaming is a Board Certified healthcare executive and Fellow in the American Diane Muno

College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE). He holds a Master degree in Healthcare Administration from Central Michigan University and a Doctor of Health Administration from the Medical University of South Carolina.

Jim McGibney is an experienced engineering and development professional who has completed a wide range of complex projects. He is focused on the development of industrial and commercial assets, and specializes in projects that have unique technical, schedule or financial challenges. Jim’s experience is also across a wide range of capital asset types. Jim and his wife have a home in Estes Park.

James H. Pickering became Estes Park’s Historian Laureate in 2006. He received his undergraduate education at Williams College and his M.A. and Ph.D. degrees from Northwestern University.

A professor of English, specializing in American literature and American studies, he taught at Michigan State University, where he served as Director of The Honors College, and at the University of Houston, where he served as Dean, Provost and President.

Jim also serves on other Estes Park area boards.

Diane Muno is the owner of five retail businesses in Estes Park. Prior to her retail launch she was in Health Care Receivables Management for 15 years in both the hospital and private sector environment. Diane is very active in the Estes Park community and sits on several Boards of Directors.

Estes Park EDC plans for and promotes the economic development of the Estes Valley in ways that are compatible with those qualities that make Estes Park a unique mountain community. The Corporation shall use and promote the tools of economic development to create a more dynamic, multi-generational community to the benefit of all citizens.

It is anticipated that at the next Board meeting, both the Rocky Mountain Performing Arts Center and Estes Park Wedding Association will name replacement Board members to serve on their behalf.

Read our Virtual E-Edition at www.epnews.com Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me. When we were in grade school we said this little chant when someone bigger, older and mean called us names. We thought our retort made us look strong and unfazed but deep within, our spirit shriveled. Unkind words did hurt, and they still do.

Recently every tantrum we see or hear about brings a new arsenal of verbal bullets that assaults our country as a whole and each of us as global citizens. When we hear a vile vocabulary used by people of prominence, we perceive permission to speak the same. It is tempting to fire back at each insult-of-the-day we hear. But really, what good does it do?

When I was growing up my mother gave one piece of advice more than any other: If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all. She had to remind us often because, even if we were considerate with our friends, we were not so kind to our siblings. But we were children, pushing the boundaries, learning right from wrong.

Thanks to our vigilant mother, we eventually came to understand that name-calling is not the way to solve conflicts.

In her book Small Wonder, Barbara Kingsolver said, “I can lay no claim to goodness until I can prove that mean people have not made me mean.” We don’t have to go along to get along. Let’s show each other that we want our planet to be a kinder, gentler home, that we respect the dignity of all, that complacency is not our agenda yet neither is division. We want to “claim goodness;” to show family, friends, coworkers, neighbors and strangers alike

that in our personal Google map of Main Street and split-rail fences, mean is not begetting mean. Beginning Sunday, we are encouraged to become RAKtivists during Random Acts of Kindness Week (as if we need a designated time for being benevolent). Let’s make our actions speak louder than words.

It’s easy (and it’s golden): Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Mail a letter (or at least leave a note on a windshield), bake your mom’s favorite cookies, check the air in a loved one’s tires (and fill them if they need it). Buy a bagful (or three) of groceries and deliver it to a shelter, hold the door for the person behind you, make your sister’s/brother’s/roommate’s bed. Leave plenty of room for the car next to you to merge into your lane (and smile while doing it), bring donuts to work. Too busy? It doesn’t take any time at all to tip the grocery sacker. Be generous.

We don’t have to wait until Sunday to start our RAKtivism. As Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “You cannot do a kindness too soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late.” Hopefully we’ll discover that it’s so much fun, we won’t stop when the week has ended.

And it doesn’t hurt to be reminded that if you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all.

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

Night In Bedrock A Landslide Success!

A great evening of fun was enjoyed at the Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center’s Night in Bedrock held Sunday, January 29 at Chipper’s Lanes. One hundred

and fifty good hearted and generous people came out for this fundraiser. Watch for a wrap-up, thank yous and more fun photos next week!

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Estes Valley Recreation And Park District To Update About New Community Center At Public Meeting Estes Valley Recreation and Park District (EVRPD) will hold a public meeting on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at 6 p.m. to update the community about the Estes Valley Community Center (EVCC). The meeting will be held in the Town Hall Board Room located at 170 MacGregor Avenue, Estes Park.

All residents of Estes Valley are invited and encouraged to attend the meeting to hear the latest status of the EVCC project, including the design, amenities, project schedule, proposed membership fees, and hours of operation.

In addition to receiving a project update, staff from the District and Estes Park Senior Services will be on hand to gather feedback for programming and operation of the facility.

The 70,000 square-foot community center is envisioned as a comprehensive multi-generational facility that offers something for people of all ages, and reflects the community’s vision as a premier mountain community. The new center will include a senior center area, library resources, multipurpose gymnasium with a walking and jogging track, a lazy river with interactive play features and slide at the refurbished aquatics center, group fitness facilities, large commu-

nity room with kitchen, flexible classroom space, and drop-in childcare.

The community center will adjoin the existing Aquatics Center, which will be partially renovated in conjunction with the construction of the EVCC. The Aquatics Center renovation will require the closure of the facility following the conclusion of the Estes Park Bobcats boys swim team season. The facility is slated to close on May 21, 2017. It will reopen in early August.

Construction of the EVCC has recently progressed from earth moving to concrete pouring. The construction company, Adolfson & Peterson Construction, started pouring concrete for the foundation and walls of the community center in mid-January.

As EVRPD continues with the planning process of the long-awaited EVCC, your opinion will continue to be important to determine the best programming and to maximize the space to meet the community’s needs.

EVRPD has created an online survey where Estes Valley residents can provide their ideas and feedback for the community center. The survey is available at www.surveymonkey.com/r/WDLJJXP. The survey will also be available at the community center public meeting on February 23.

For more information about the community center or questions about the public meeting, contact Teresa Jackson, EVRPD Manager of Community Center Operations at (970) 586-7556 or visit www.evrpd.com.

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

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“Whose History Is It Anyway?�

Program This Saturday

Photograph of an upstate New York storefront taken by Fred Payne Clatworthy while he was still a teenager. Photograph courtesy Estes Park Archives

Thanks to the magic of the internet, es- Madison, Wisconsin. sentially everyone's history is available So when one of the earliest Clatworthy for sale to the highest bidder. At any photographs shows up in a poorly-degiven time on Ebay, for example, there scribed auction, who should have "first are over 1000 auction items listed under right of refusal"? Denver? Prominent the category of "Estes Park Collectibles".

Clatworthy collectors? Family members?

Occasionally, a few are "one-of-a-kind" The museum in the community where artifacts, with real historic significance. the photograph was taken? His adopted Two photographs of the early Hall hometown on Estes Park? Or does the homestead outside of Lyons sold within increasing availability of images as digital the last month on Ebay, one to a private reproductions render the prestige or necollector in Denver, one to the Estes Park cessity of physically holding the original Archives. The Hall family was instruobsolete? mental in improving the original route The Estes Park Archives will explore between Lyons and Estes Park, and bethese problematic questions at their regcame intimate business associates with F. ular Saturday morning weekly meeting O. Stanley in his lodging, transportation, with the program "Whose History Is It and public utilities enterprises. Given Anyway?" Invited guest LaVern Johnson these connections, Estes Park is "justiof the Lyons Redstone Museum will fied" in collecting personal Hall family bring us up to speed on the Hall family's memorabilia, but is it truly justified if the Lyons roots, and free coffee and cinnaLyons Museum lacks related material, mon rolls will be provided. Activities get and was edged out in the bidding wars? underway at 10:00 a. m. at Molly B's What if surviving Hall descendants were restaurant on 212 Moraine Avenue. As interested, but couldn't justify the exalways, the public is welcome to attend. pense of reclaiming their past?

Along the same lines, early photographer Fred P. Clatworthy could be considered an Estes Park business pioneer.

He was among the first to obtain lots when downtown Estes Park was first platted in 1905, and spent the majority of his working summers here until his retirement. Yet because his scenic views and lecture tours earned him national promi- The Hall homestead on the North St. Vrain River as it nence, the bulk of his work appeared in 1909, and the original structure around now resides in Denver and 1900 (inset).

Wishing our amazing, vibrant Mom a very happy birthday!!!

We love you to the highest mountain.

Kim, Matt, Michele & families *If you'd like to send her your wishes, there will be a birthday basket at Rambo's Longhorn.

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Rocky Mountain Valentines: Live Storytelling This Sunday

Estes Park history re-enactor Kurtis Kelly will present a live storytelling event at Elkins Distilling Company this Sunday, February 12 at 4:00 p.m. “Rocky Mountain Valentines” is theme for this free one-hour presentation, with stories drawn from the lives and lore of two area legends.

Through his writings, Enos Mills inspired the nation with the allure and romance of the mountains. And in the course of guiding some 257 parties on Longs Peak, Mills tells the tales of many interesting couples courting, negotiating, quarreling, but usually uniting in their quest for the shared goal of reaching the summit. Mills himself came to know and admire the spirited homesteader Esther Burnell. Their eventual courtship and marriage is a charming story of two who shared an abiding reverence for nature and wilderness.

Moraine Park rancher Abner Sprague recalls the time he was recruited to be “guide, packer, cook, and all ‘round chaperon” for a honeymooning couple on a month-long trip on the Continental Divide. Although Sprague tried to talk the newlyweds out of their ambitious idea, both guide and couple soon found themselves scaling steep mountainsides, with no one knowing quite what to expect.

These and other stories will be part of the medley of characters that Kelly will draw upon for this Sunday’s program.

Elkins Distilling Company, located at 1825 N. Lake Avenue, is pleased to be hosting this special presentation in partnership with Character Infusion as part of the recurring “Stories from the Still” series. The Elkins beverage menu features both alcohol and non-alcoholic refreshments. Admission is free and no purchase is necessary to attend.

Let Valentine’s Day Last All Month Enjoy three live performances (February 10, 17, and 24) at Snowy Peaks Winery of the charming audio novel "Blame It On Hoboken.” Longmont, Colorado author/musician Sharon Glassman turns the classic love story of Cupid and Psyche into a modern romantic comedy, with music. Relax with local wine, cheese and chocolates (available for purchase) as you see and hear this free per-

formance by featured actors and musicians from the audio book. A different part of the story will be performed each week from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Come to one or come to all, either way it's going to be a blast! Featuring: Nina Rolle (Truth Be Told storytelling series), Eryc Eyl (DJ Savior Breath), Sharon Glassman, and fiddle/mandolinist Paul Kiteck (Bluegrass Patriots, The Jamesons Duo).

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Interested In Making Music?

The Mountain Music Makers Chorus and Folk Orchestra are looking for a violin player and some bass and tenor singers.

They are preparing for the Town’s Centennial Celebration by doing popular songs from 1917. Several performances are scheduled and these additional members would be most helpful.

There is no cost to belong and all the music is provided.

The Mountain Music Makers are under the direction of Dennis Neff who arranges public domain pieces to accommodate the instruments in the group which include: a hammer dulcimer, lap dulcimer, ukulele, folk harp, banjo, harmonica, guitars, keyboards,

Arts & Commerce Networking Event The Estes Valley Partners for Commerce and the Creative Arts District will be cosponsoring the monthly Arts and Commerce networking event. All businesses and local artists are invited. Join us from 5:00 -7:00 p.m., February 16 at Nick Molle’s EPTV 8 studio. Peppers Mexican Grill will be catering the event.

Snowy Peaks will provide wine, and, of course, there will also be beer from our Estes Park craft breweries. Nick Molle’s films will be on display. There will be door prizes and significant announcements. Come and hear the good news!

fiddles, accordion and a washtub bass.

The arrangements for the singers are done in unison and SATB, four-part harmony. The group has been performing for the last three years at the local nursing home, Good Sam’s, the Holiday House, churches, and various other local venues.

Please call Dennis Neff at 480-1498 for more information and rehearsal dates which currently are on Thursdays from 10:00 to 11:30 in the Fellowship Hall at the United Methodist Church. All inquiries are welcome.

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Rhythm Future Quartet To Play In Estes Park March 15

There is an exceptional musical group coming to Estes Park on March 15.

Rhythm Future Quartet consists of four phenomenal musicians, and in spectacular fashion, they are keeping alive (and advancing) the work of the great Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli – founders of the Quintette du Hot Club du France, and creators of the genre known as Gypsy Jazz.

RFQ performed in Estes Park in November for a private house party, and many of those in attendance stated that it was the singular most spectacular event they have experienced in Estes Park.

On Wednesday, March 15, they'll be returning to town for a show at the Historic Park Theatre, starting at 7 p.m.

Tickets are only $20 online ($25 at the door), and organizers expect to sell out.

Special thanks go out to show sponsors: Elkins Distilling, Lumpy Ridge Brewing, & Snowy Peaks Winery who will be on hand at the show to provide their exceptional products. Other sponsors include:

Tom Thomas of First Colorado Realty, Kind Coffee, Park Flooring, Heidi Riedesel of RE/MAX Mountain Realty, and Estes Park News.

This will be an event to remember.

Doors will open at 6, show starts at 7 and ends at 9:30, with a half-hour intermission. Be sure to catch this evening of unforgettable music and get your tickets early.

Tickets are now available at historicparktheatre.com/rhythm-future-quartet “These young men are incredible! Don’t miss them . . . such dedication and love of music to witness!” ~Tommy Emmanuel “Rhythm Future Quartet breaks new ground for Gypsy Jazz” ~ The Boston Globe “[Rhythm Future Quartet] have rocketed the music into the future by incorporating multiple influences . . . teaming it with their own virtuosity and playing it all with a joyful abandon that is downright infectious.” ~Huffington Post

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2012 he established The Studio: Fine Art and Framing, and has earned reviews like this from TripAdvisor: “This beautiful space, located in ‘middle” Stanley Village, showcases local artists. It is warm and “To create one’s stables; metalsmithing; lost-wax casting; inviting, and also offers custom framing services of the highest quality; the expoown world takes clinical assistant in a children’s surgical courage.” Geor- unit. In July 1997 his first watercolor was sure to local art is a valuable contribution gia O’Keeffe a painting of his horse; this led to numer- to our community.”

“The supreme question about a work of Consider the ous commissions and the realization that art is out of how deep a life does it spring.” role of the artist he wanted to paint.

James Joyce in our time. Is art what Albert Camus Greg Miles plays Dixnamed “deceptive luxury?” Or may art be ieland trumpet with the Annie Leibovitz’s “reason to exist?” Over Riverside Ramblers, centuries art and artists have asked quesbluegrass banjo in Reintions and posed ideas; helped us undertarnation, and solo guistand our humanity; challenged us to see tar gigs. He is a pubthe world anew; created a sense of cullished writer, and one of ture; recorded history; instructed, his paintings hangs in pleased, entertained and provoked; The Louvre. Greg also served a public purpose; and simply celeserves on the Board of brated beauty. Let us celebrate artists and the Estes Arts District, their creations. whose mission is to “cultivate excitement, “Some men and women have been inpromote interaction, spired by love of mankind; some by and create memorable supreme intellect have helped us underexperiences through stand the world in which we live; and creative endeavors” in some by exceptional sensitiveness have crethe Estes Valley. “First ated beauty. These men and women have Friday Art Groove,” in produced something of positive good to which Greg has been a outweigh the long record of cruelty, opleading proponent, empression, and superstition. They have done braces as many as sevwhat lay in their power to make human enteen venues offering life a better thing than the brief turbulence “When I paint my object is to show what art, music, refreshments, conversation of savages.” Bertrand Russell I have found and not what I am looking and conviviality on the first Friday for.” Pablo Picasso The Estes Valley prospers from a fruitevening of the month. ful commitment to art, beginning in our Greg moved to Estes Park in 1998 to schools, where individuals like Valerie make his living producing watercolors. In “You can't use up creativity. The more Bowles, Alan Denney, Sheridan Monroe (State Champs!), Ilah Reynar, Cindy Elkins and Meghan Tokunaga-Scanlon daily challenge and inspire young people to expand skills and imaginations. About town individuals like Chris Wood, Art Blume, Nancy Bell, Kurtis Kelly, Ray Young, Suzanne Landkammer, James Frank, Karen Nicholson, Nick Molle, Brad Fitch, Greg Steiner, Dawn Normali and numerous others daily promote the human spirit. In this cornucopia of talent the life of each artist tells a unique story.

“If you ask me what I came to do in this world, I, an artist, will answer you: I am here to live out loud.” Émile Zola Greg Miles grew up in Beaumont, Texas, son of a guitar-playing mechanical engineer and a mother whose quilts earned blue ribbons. At eight years old Greg’s dad gave him a baritone ukulele and the two performed at church services. He also produced complex drawings of hands, necks and motorcycles, but when sixth-grade art class held no allure for the budding artist he cajoled his parents into purchasing a trumpet; Greg shortly leapfrogged fourteen others to first chair.

"Practice any art, music, singing, dancing, acting, drawing, painting, sculpting, poetry, fiction, essays, reportage, no matter how well or badly, not to get money and fame, but to experience becoming, to find out what's inside you, to make your soul grow." Kurt Vonnegut After Baylor University, where he studied religion and psychology, Greg launched an eclectic career, including salmon boat cook in Alaska; photojournalist; chef in Nashville; mucking horse

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you use, the more you have.” Maya Angelou Greg is also building a promotion company, and on March 15 will bring Rhythm Future Quartet to Estes Park for performance at the Park Theater. One critic said this about their “gypsy jazz” numbers: “Collective jaws dropped at the sheer virtuosity of the Rhythm Future Quartet! Their stellar musicianship, good humor, and reverence for this important musical tradition made for an unforgettable evening.” Do not miss this singular event.

“If sometimes our artists have been most critical of society, it is because their sensitivity and concern for justice, which must motivate any true artist, makes them aware our Nation falls short of its highest potential. I see little more important to the future of our country and our civilization than full recognition of the place of the artist.” John F. Kennedy “I get to choose my tribe and who is around me,” says Greg Miles. “I get to make my own choices. Mother Teresa used to say, ‘Don’t take me to an anti-war rally---I want a peace rally.’ For me art is the pure form of expression. It’s linked to joy that comes from the creative process.

We are inherently pure creators and have known that from the dawn of consciousness. We create our own reality. Art is hope for the future.”

Next column: Instruct by pleasing.

Estes Park. Park Nice town. Nice people.

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CHIPPIE DOESN’T SING MUCH ANYMORE A Texas newspaper reported the story. A Galveston housewife had a pet parakeet named Chippie. She made several mistakes. She was vacuuming floors, and she decided to clean out the bottom of Chippie’s cage with her vacuum cleaner. Mistake number one. The phone rang. She answered the phone without turning off the machine. You guessed it.

Sssssp! Chippie got sucked through the tube, into the canister. Mistake number two. She dropped the phone, shut off the vacuum, and opened up the canister. There was Chippie— feathers askew, dirt all over his little body, stunned but alive. She rushed him into the bathroom. She held Chippie under the faucet and turned it on full blast. Mistake number three.

Then she saw her hair dryer. She turned it to ‘Hot’ and ‘High’. Mistake number four. It did the trick but it nearly finished Chippie. The next day a reporter called to check on the bird.

“How’s your poor parakeet?”, he asked. The reply was about like you’d expect: “Well, Chippie doesn’t sing much anymore. He just sits there and stares.”

I have the feeling that many of us can relate to Chippie. We’ve had our ‘cage’ vacuumed. We’ve felt sucked into the dirt bag, stuck under the faucet, and hit with a blast from a hair blower. And we don’t sing much anymore. We just sort of sit there and stare.

I believe each of God’s people was ‘born to sing’. I believe that it’s in our nature.

And we keep that positive spirit until someone…or life…does something to take it away from us. There are lots of Chippie-style circumstances that steal our songs. Life sucks us into the tube. People pour cold water on our dreams. Disappointment and disaster blow us away. Many people believe in Murphy’s Law: ‘What can go wrong, will go wrong’.

Grief is defined in terms of loss, and life hands us a lot of losses. We can lose our jobs, our health, our money. We can lose our friends, our marriages, our self-esteem. Life is full of accidents, diseases, and heartaches—the unexpected. Cavett Roberts says “‘Time’ (magazine) one week and ‘doing time’ (in prison) the next.” There is no guarantee that life will be fair or the sailing will be smooth. You’re going to get blown off course. It’s a foregone conclusion. It happens to all of us. Somewhere in the trauma of such things, like Chippie, many people lose their songs. They just sort of sit there and stare.

When such happens how do you get your song back? Here are five points on how get singing again. First, you’ve got to choose to sing. Some people choose to be croakers, whiners, complainers. You can’t always choose what happens in life but you can choose your attitude. Second, you need to take ‘singing’ lessons. You’ve got to search out and study ‘singers’. You can’t hang around with ‘croakers’. You’ll become like the people with whom you associate. Third, you must think positive thoughts. “As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he.” (Proverbs 23:7) Positive attitude teachers say, “It isn’t what you think you are; it’s what you think, you are.” Paul urges: “Think on things that are: true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent and praiseworthy.” Fourth, you must get out of yourself. Selfishness robs us of our songs. People whose thoughts are turned inward, cannot sing. Fifth, fill your life with the Lord Jesus Christ. There’s a great song by L.B. Bridges that reminds: “Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, sweetest name I know. Fills my every longing. Keeps me singing as I go.” May God help us to regain our ‘songs’.

(Bob)

Monday, Feb. 13 Prize-winning chili, Relishes, Corn bread, Sweet roll Tuesday, Feb. 14 Valentine’s luncheon, Purchase tickets ahead-$6.50 EPSCC members or $8.50 non-members. Chicken cordon bleu, Rice/ Vegetable medley, Cake Wednesday, Feb. 15 BBQ pork loin on bun, Coleslaw, Baked beans, Cookie Thursday, Feb. 16 Vegetable beef soup, Relishes, Corn bread, Brownie Friday, Feb. 17 Meaty lasagna, Garden salad, Garlic bread, Cake

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Take Your Health To Heart!

February Is National Heart Month By: Kerrie Hill, EPMC

Dr. Patrick Green

The statistics are alarming! Cardiovascular disease is the leading global cause of death, accounting for more than 17.3 million deaths per year, a number that is expected to grow to more than 23.6 million by 2030.

Coronary heart disease is the nation’s single leading cause of death, and is the number one cause of death among American women.

Cardiovascular diseases claim more lives each year than all forms of cancer and chronic lower respiratory disease combined. American Heart Month is designed to raise awareness about heart disease and the importance of knowing the warning Dr. Chad Stoltz

heart, while others are not. Of course, the heart is like the president of the organization. Even if it is not directly involved in the system, it still plays a part. Obviously, if the heart isn't working, nothing else is working either.

The heart actively participates in the circulatory system, while it keeps an eye on the respiratory and excretory systems.

We cannot live without our heart. However, when you get right down to it, the heart is a pump; complex and important to keeping the body alive. As with all other pumps it can become clogged, break down and need repair. This is why it is critical that we know how the heart works. With a little knowledge about your heart and what is good or bad for it, you can signifsigns of a heart attack and signs of caricantly reduce your risk for heart disease. diac arrest.

Lifestyle changes such as those listed From the moment it begins beating unbelow are important in maintaining your til the moment it stops, the human heart health and lowering the risk of heart works tirelessly. In an average lifetime, problems.

See your doctor and learn your the heart beats more than two and a half risk factors and what to do. billion times, without ever pausing to Risk Reduction for heart attack and rest. Like a pumping machine, the heart stroke: provides the power needed to sustain life.

What you can do on your own: The heart's structure makes it an efficient, never-ceasing pump. From the mo• Don’t use tobacco ment of development through the mo• Be physically active ment of death, the heart pumps. The • Eat healthy foods heart, therefore, has to be strong. The av• Watch your weight erage heart's muscle, called cardiac mus• Avoid excessive alcohol cle, contracts and relaxes about 70 to 80 What you can do with your physician’s times per minute without you ever havhelp: ing to think about it. As the cardiac mus• Schedule regular checkups cle contracts, it pushes blood through the chambers and into the vessels. Nerves • Control your cholesterol connected to the heart regulate the speed • Keep tabs on your blood pressure with which the muscle contracts. When • Keep diabetes in check you run, your heart pumps more quickly.

Estes Park Medical Center has a team of When you sleep, your heart pumps more cardiologists who provide cardiovascular slowly. care to our community and visitors. Dr. The human body is like a complex orChad Stoltz, Dr. Patrick Green, and Dr. ganization that has an important job to Wendy Austin rotate through on a get done on a tight deadline. In order to monthly schedule. Each cardiologist is get everything done perfectly and on board certified in cardiovascular meditime, it has to use a system. Actually, the cine. A full spectrum of cardiac testing is human body uses many systems that also available and performed by certified work side by side. Some of the body's ultrasound and cardiovascular professystems are directly connected to the sionals.

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New Four-Week Class Series: The Battle Of Gettysburg

The Town of Estes Park’s Senior Services Division and the Park School District Adult Outreach Program are offering a new class series that explores the Battle of Gettysburg. Local professional educator Jeff Arnold will instruct this four-week series. Classes will be held on Thursdays, March 2-23, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Estes Park Middle School, 1500 Manford Avenue, Room 215. The cost for the series is $33 for members of Estes Park Senior Citizens Center, Inc. or $43 for non-members.

Register now at the Senior Center with cash or check payable to the Town of Estes Park. The registration deadline is Thursday, February 23. No prior knowledge or experience is necessary to participate.

According to instructor Jeff Arnold, “The clash between the Union and Confederate forces in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania is one of the most famous and studied battles in history, prompting Abraham Lincoln’s most famous speech.

Professional military men and women from all over the world come to study the landscape, the men, the leaders, the decisions that were made, and the results of those decisions. This class will cover the three-day battle and examine its legacy.”

Jeff Arnold has been teaching United States history classes in Estes Park schools for over 20 years. He is a National Board Certified Teacher who holds a BA in History from the University of Northern Colorado and an MA in Education from the University of Michigan. His passion for history and extensive studies of American history bring excitement to these outstanding classes.

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

AARP Driver Safety Course Offered At The Senior Center

The Estes Park Senior Center will host an AARP Driver Safety Program Course on Thursday, February 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The cost is $15 for AARP members or $20 for non-members and includes the comprehensive course workbook. Checks should be made payable to AARP on the day of the class. Register now by calling the Senior Center at (970) 586-2996.

Course participants may be eligible to receive a discount on their auto insurance premiums and are encouraged to consult their insurance companies for details. The AARP Driver Safety Program is the nation’s first and largest driver safety course designed especially for drivers age 50 and older. The course is intended to help drivers live more in-

dependently as they age and remain safe on today’s roads. Since the program’s inception in 1979, more than 12 million participants have completed the course.

The course covers defensive driving techniques and the normal changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time associated with aging. The course also provides practical techniques for adjusting to these changes to ensure the driver’s own safety and that of others on the road. There are no tests required.

There is a one-hour lunch break from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Participants are welcome to make lunch reservations at the Senior Center’s Fourth Street Café. The cost is $5 for EPSCC, Inc. members or $7 for non-members. Alternatively, participants can buy items from the snack basket at the Senior Center or bring prepackaged snacks along. Sack lunches or take-out foods are not allowed at the Senior Center.

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

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Tibetan Singing Bowls For Healing Offered Monthly At The Senior Center

Local Tibetan Reiki Master and Bowl Healer Jeff Grissom will continue to offer free Tibetan Singing Bowl Healing Sessions on the third Friday of each month at the Senior Center. The next session will be Friday, February 17 at 1:00 p.m. Space is limited, so please call or stop by the Senior Center, 220 Fourth Street, to sign up.

Jeff Grissom operates a private healing practice in Estes Park using the ancient techniques of Tibetan Bowl Healing and Reiki. According to Grissom, “Sound healing is an effective and proven

modality that uses vibrational sound to help reduce stress, alter consciousness, and create a deep sense of peace, well-being, and better health.

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

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

To sign up for programs, please contact the Estes Park Senior Center at (970) 586-2996 or stop by the Center at 220 Fourth Street, Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

You many also visit the Senior Services website at www.estes.org/seniorcenter.

Faith And Reason Roundtable Meeting February 15 Next Wednesday, February 15, the Faith and Reason Roundtable group will meet to discuss the topic of, “Science and Consciousness.”

This topic has been touched on in some past meetings, come and debate the nature of our consciousness and how modern science is attempting to describe it. It is a base philosophical argument that many groups (scientists, theologists, poets, big thinkers) have fought with for centuries.

Where does our consciousness come from? Do only humans have it? Does it “emerge” from all things in the universe or is it a “within each one of us” matter of perception? If our thoughts and memo-

ries are a physical phenomena why can’t we find them? Are they metaphysical?

Does our consciousness literally create the physical world? Or do we all individually perceive a static “fixed” reality?

Come watch some of the world’s great scientists debate this on a short video and help us debate this most essential set of questions.

Please join us and don’t forget your suggestions for “future topics” and your suggestions for “highly recommended books” or readings. Hope to see you there, bring a friend.

For more information, contact James Poppitz at 303-324-7235 or via email at jgpbuilds@yahoo.com.

Reanna, The difference between the impossible and the possible is in a person’s determination!

Happy 18th Birthday!

Love, Dad, Mom, Grandma & John

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

Feb. 10 – Feb. 24, 2017

EVENTS Feb. 10: Stan Havlick: Yellowstone in Winter. Estes Park Mountain Shop.

Program with Q & A’s. 7pm Feb. 10, 17 & 24: Actors, Song, & Wine. Live performance of “Blame It On Hoboken.” Snowy Peaks Winery. 4-6pm Feb. 18 & 19: Rails in the Rockies.

Estes Park Events Complex. Model train layouts for the whole family. 9am Feb. 19: Trout Haven Bridal Show.

800 Moraine Event Center. Vendors, Ceremony sites and more! 10am-3pm Feb. 19: Wedding Association Bridal Show. Estes Park Events Complex.

Plan your Estes Wedding. 11am-2pm

MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT Feb. 10-12: Ice Skating & Fishing.

Trout Haven Resorts. 10am-7pm Feb. 10: The Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz.

The Other Side Restaurant. 5-8pm Feb. 10: Just Jill. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm Feb. 10 & 11: James Davis. Spanish Guitar. Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-8pm Feb. 10 & 11: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm Feb. 10 & 11: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm Feb. 11: Peak to Peak Concert.

Shepard of the Mtns. Church. 2pm

Historic Park Theatre

Feb 10th- Mar 2nd 2017

Feb. 11: Mountain Town Trio. Folk & Classic Rock. The Other Side. 6-9pm Feb. 11: Sean Flynn. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm Feb. 12: Winter Concert: Jerry Barlow. Celtic Music. The Stanley. 2pm Feb. 12: Rocky Mountain Valentines: Kurtis Kelly. Storytelling. Elkins. 4-5pm

Every Night: Dolby 3D @ 5pm, (Rated: PG) 2D @ 7:15 Monster Trucks Additional Matinees: Fri,Sat & Sun: 2D @ 2:15pm

Feb. 12: Will Thomas. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 5-8pm Feb. 13: Unvalentine Party: Mountain Town Trio. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm

Feb. 14: Marshall Naastad. Acoustic.

The Rock Inn. 6-9pm

Feb. 24: Jon Pickett. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm

Feb. 14: Trivia Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 7-8:30pm

Feb. 24: The Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Waterfront Grill. 6-9pm

Feb. 15: Just Jill. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 5-8pm

Feb. 24: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm

Feb. 16: Open Bluegrass Jam. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm Feb. 16: The Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Waterfront Grill. 6-9pm Feb. 16: Mountain Town Trio. Folk & Classic Rock. Fajita Rita’s. 6-9pm Feb. 17-19: Ice Skating & Fishing.

Trout Haven Resorts. 10am-7pm Feb. 17: The Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz.

The Other Side Restaurant. 5-8pm Feb. 17: Terry and Ash – Acoustic Duo. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm Feb. 17 & 18: James Davis. Spanish Guitar. Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-8pm Feb. 17 & 18: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm Feb. 17 & 18: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9pm Feb. 18: Mountain Town Trio. Folk & Classic Rock. The Other Side. 6-9pm Feb. 18: David Potter. Acoustic. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm Feb. 19: Follow the Fox. Acoustic Duo. The Rock Inn. 5-8pm Feb. 21: Trivia Night. Rock Cut Brewing Company. 7-8:30pm Feb. 23: Open Bluegrass Jam. The Rock Inn. 6-9pm Feb. 23: The Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz. The Waterfront Grill. 6-9pm Feb. 23: Mountain Town Trio. Folk & Classic Rock. Fajita Rita’s. 6-9pm

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

Feb. 10: Restorative Yoga Workshop.

Registration required. 6-8pm Feb. 12 & 19: Taste & Create.

Snowy Peaks Winery. 3:30-5:30pm Feb. 14 & 21: Free 5K Group Fun Run. Stanley Hotel. 6pm Feb. 17: Sounds Healing Series.

Estes Park Yoga. 6:30-8pm

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

Call for details. 970-586-1223.

Free RMNP & Ranger-Led Programs.

Details: 970-586-1206 Feb. 10: Full Moon Walk. Reservations required.

Feb. 10-24: Wild in Winter. Beaver Meadows Visitors Center. 10-11am Feb. 11-12 & 15, 18-19 & 22: Snowshoe Ecology Walk.

Reservations required. 12:30-2:30pm Rocky Mountain Conservancy Programs: Fees apply & registration is required. Call for details: 970-586-3262.

Feb. 24: The Dempsey/Fox Duo. Jazz.

The Other Side Restaurant. 5-8pm

Feb. 10: Avalanche Awareness & Winter Outdoor Safety. 12:30-4:30pm

Feb. 24: James Davis. Spanish Guitar.

Twin Owls Steakhouse. 6-8pm

Feb. 11: Winter Ecology: Snowshoeing Trek. 9am-1pm

Feb. 24: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 6pm

Feb. 24-26: Photographing Winter Landscapes. 3-Day Class

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

Monday Matinees in 3D 2:15pm

$7.50 matinee $6 child tickets

February 1-7, 2017

www.historicparktheatre.com boxoffice:970-586-8904

LECTURES

Feb. 24: Ice Skating & Fishing. Trout Haven Resorts. 10am-7pm

Monday Super Saver 3D @ 2:15pm

Enter your best origional Lego in the Lego Building Contest! Great Prizes!

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2017 “Mentor/Student Show” Featured At The Art Center The Art Center of Estes Park is proud to present the 2017 “Mentor/Student Show” which opens Friday, February 17. Please join us for the artists’ reception Saturday, February 18, 2:00-4:00 p.m. This celebrated and well attended show and reception are sponsored by Diana and Gary Wade and are free and open to the public.

Education has always been an important aspect of the Art Center’s mission.

Art, the perspective and vision it gives us, and the emotion it raises within us, are all very special gifts for the viewer as well as the creator. The Mentor program at the Art Center started out several years ago with a number of Art Center artist members taking a youth under their wing and mentoring those individuals in their particular medium. Some artists mentored their children and/or grandAspen Watercolor by Jadon Ormsby

children. Some worked with neighbor children and friends of the family. Some connected with a student in the community that was interested in learning about the mentor’s particular medium. This mentor relationship takes considerable energy, materials, and a serious time commitment on the part of the mentor and the mentee. Wonderful art and special relationships are forged out of this program. Early every year, the Art Center of Estes Park exhibits a special show to feature the work created by the mentored artists.

Through the years, the mentor program has grown and evolved to include mentees of all ages, from various walks of life and circumstances. This year the Art Center is featuring the art of eight participating students. The 2017 Mentor/Student Show mentees and mentors are: Donna Bearden of Loveland, mentored

by Diana Wade of Loveland, Hanna Bergsten of Estes Park mentored Mary Benke of Loveland, Kristi Elyce of Estes Park mentored by Anne and Jim Sneary of Estes Park, Maggie Lewis of Estes Park mentored by Anne Sneary, Ravit Dallal Michener of Estes Park mentored by Rebecca Gilberto of Estes Park, Carah Ormsby and Jadon Ormsby both of Estes Park, mentored by Vickie Mastron of Estes Park, and Cynthia Price Reedy of Estes Park mentored by Anne and Jim Sneary. The subject matter, styles and media of the art is as diverse as the participants and their mentors. This year the show’s featured art includes, fiber, gourds, pastel, scratchboard, mixed media collage, and watercolor. Also on display at the gallery is the art by all the participating Art Center artist members.

The Art Center of Estes Park is a non-

profit organization which provides a facility to support the work of local and regional artists, striving to promote exhibition, education, and excellence in the visual arts. Proceeds benefit both the artist and contribute to the Art Center’s education program and community outreach. The Art Center is located at 517 Big Thompson Avenue, in Lower Stanley Village, below Safeway and above Subway, and is wheelchair accessible.

Winter gallery hours are Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Please call the Art Center at 970-586-5882 or visit the website at www.artcenterofestes.com for a complete listing of 2017 art classes, free informative presentations, exhibition schedule, to register for classes, or for general information. We look forward to seeing you at the Art Center.

Bicycles by Donna Beardeny

Autumn Leaves Gourd by Cynthia Price Reedy

Kristi Elyce gourd Felted Fiber by Ravit Dallal Michener

Dolphin Scratchboard by Carah Ormsby Pastel by Hanna Bergsten

Collage by Maggie Lewis

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Learn About Research And Science At Rocky Mountain National Park

Biennial Research Conference Held March 1 - 2 Rocky Mountain National Park’s 2017 Biennial Research Conference “People and Stewardship: Using Research for Management” will be held on March 1-2 at the Estes Park Town Hall. The park hosts one of the largest research programs in the National Park System, with more than 100 research permits active each year. Park partners in research come from other federal agencies, the State of Colorado and universities around the world. Last year, citizen scientists volunteered thousands of hours to research projects. In addition, hundreds of students participate in field data collections and lab analysis. More than one-hundred scientists are expected to attend this twoday meeting to discuss a variety of research projects.

The conference is free and open to all interested members of the community.

No registration is required. The conference begins on Wednesday, March 1, at 8:15 a. m. Sessions will end by 4:00 p. m. each day. A complete schedule is available at: www.nps.gov/rlc/continentaldivide/research-conference. htm Researchers will present for 20 minutes each. Talks are organized into sessions covering related subjects. Wednesday sessions will focus on visitor use, youth relevancy, wetlands and rivers, and the Grand Ditch breach restoration. These

sessions will include presentations on Longs Peak history, monitoring visitor use, citizen science, willow restoration, streams and student projects.

Thursday sessions will focus on climate change, archaeology, wildlife, vegetation, environmental contaminants, and public health. These sessions will include presentations on ice patch archaeology, tree migration, macroinvertebrates, subalpine forests, invasive species, restoration, air quality, birds, ticks, elk, and toads. In addition to presentations, posters on a rich variety of subjects will be presented during a poster session on Thursday afternoon.

The 2017 Research Conference celebrates research at Rocky Mountain National Park, promotes collaboration between the park and its partners, provides a forum for researchers and park staff to share discoveries, highlights the current issues relevant to park management, creates opportunities for young professionals and scientists to engage with park staff and the public and encourages dialogue between the park, the public, students and scientists.

The Town Board Room is in the Estes Park Municipal Building, 170 MacGregor Avenue. For more information about Rocky Mountain National Park please call the park’s Information Office at (970) 586-1206.

Historic Park Theatre

2017 LEGO® Competition

DATES: Feb 10th thru Feb 24th, 2017 TURN ENTRIES IN AT THE HISTORIC PARK THEATRE entries might be displayed at various sponsor locations including: Mocha Angelo’s, Estes Park Library, the YMCA & Historic Park Theatre.

Entries On Disply through March 2nd. Pick up Lego creation at the theatre after March 3rd. Rules and Regulations: Categories: 1. Entries must be submitted prior to 5pm- Feb 24, 2017.

1. Anything around Estes, (examp: Fun City, Brewery, Elk Scene, RMNP sign, McDonalds). 2. to be Eligible for prizes you cannot use a LEGO® kit- only origionals 4. Size: no larger than 36”x 36″ area and can be no taller than 60″.

2. Super Hero (not Batman) 3. Everything Batman, incl. Gotham, 5. unlimited amount of LEGO® building bricks 4. Everything & Anything! Age Groups: 5 and under, 6-11, 12-17, 18 and up.

6. Judging will be based off of what is turned in on following criteria: Creati Creativity, Imagination, Appearance, and Degree of Difficulty.

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All Aboard For Rails In The Rockies yards, switching puzzles, garden railroads, wooden trains, HO and N scale, Lionel and American Flyer along with the popular LEGO layout. There will be photography, fabulous scenic landscapes, scratch built buildings, trestles, mines wagons and train cars, art work and painting, woodworking and sculpture.

There will even be a display of all All aboard! Here come the hand built model circus wagons. trains! Saturday and Sunday, We have children built layouts February 18 and 19 the annual and layouts made especially for Rails in the Rockies Train Show little children. will be in Estes Park. This year The history of railroading is fasit will be at the Event Center cinating, especially in Colorado.

Pavilion so there will be ample This year we have several museum and historical societies joining us. free parking. The cost of the The Rocky Mountain Railroad show is $7 for adults and chilHistorical Society, the Forney Mudren 12 and under are free. seum of Transportation in Denver, The hobby of model railroad- the Colorado Model Railroad Muing has many facets and this seum in Greeley and the Rio show highlights nearly all of Grande Historical Society will be them. sharing our history.

There will be running train Come enjoy the show!

All aboard!

LEGO® Building CompetitionFun For Everyone The Lego Batman movie is coming to Estes Park. It will begin on Feb. 10th at the Historic Park Theatre. Come see these amazing Lego figures in Dolby Digital 3D and in 2D format, but since this single screen theatre wants to have some fun they have developed and created a great community event with a Lego® Competition. Also when you come to the theatre you will see Batman Decorations, Xbox 360 Batman game to play in the lobby, and view the Lego® Entry pieces displayed at the Historic Park Theatre. This 104-year-old theatre is wanting to make your movie going experience more than just the movie.

Schedule for The Lego Batman Movie: Feb. 10th – March 2nd every night 3D, 5 p.m., 2D, 7:15 p.m. Matinees at 2:15 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 2:15 p.m. and our special extra discounted Super Saver 3D Matinees on Monday at 2:15 p.m. The Lego® competition will run from Feb. 10th through the 24th and the entries will be displayed until March 2nd at four different places in Estes Park including the YMCA of the Rockies in the Administration building, Mocha Angelo's, the Estes Valley Library and the Historic Park Theatre. So use your imagination and build your best original Lego®

creation using your own Lego® bricks. (kit creations can still be displayed but cannot be up for prizes). Choose your category from: Anything around Estes, Super Hero, Everything Batman, and Everything and Anything. We have age groups of five and under, 6-11, 12-17 18 and up. All the information for rules and regulations along with the registration form is online at www.historicparktheatre.com/lego-competition or you can also pick up entry forms at the Historic Park Theatre at 130 Moraine Avenue. As soon as you are done with your creation, we’ll be waiting for you to at Historic Park Theatre to turn in the entries. All entries will receive a free small popcorn.

Additional prizes have been sponsored by our local businesses include: The YMCA of the Rockies, Chicago’s Best, Left Hand Brewery, Baba’s Burgers, Mocha Angelo's, Estes Park Mountain Shop, Kind Coffee, Elkins Distilling and That 1 Jewelry Store. Our advertising sponsors include EPTV Channel 8, The Estes Park Trail Gazette and Estes Park News.

To find about more details, rules and regulations you can go on our website: www.historicparktheatre.com or call: 970-586-8904.

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Eric Todd 12th Grade Outside of school he enjoys fishing, hunting, scuba diving and hanging out with his friends.

Eric has earned his Varsity letter all four years of high school for cross country, three years for wrestling, one year in swimming and track and he has been a member of the Academic 1st team several seasons and he is a Life Boy Scout.

His favorite quote is “Be strong when you are weak, be brave when you are scared and be humble when you are victorious” by Michelle Moschetti. He likes this quote beCongratulations to Eric Todd, Stucause it reminds him that no matter dent of the Week for February 10, your situation, there is always a 2017.

In school, Eric has enjoyed four years virtue to strive for.

Eric is still deciding on his plans as a member of the cross country team and he was a state qualifier for all four after he graduates from high school.

He really enjoys living in the mounyears. He has been on the wrestling team for four years, (state qualifier one tains of Colorado and recreating outdoors. He loves to vacation with year) and participated in one year on the swimming team and three years in his family, working hard and helping others. track.

The middle school recently held the annual Science Festival for all students. For the second year, the festival was held at the Event Center in the Stanley Park fairgrounds. All students participated by conducting original research and an experiment to be shared with others. Along with showcasing the student’s work, the Science and S.T.E.A.M programs at the middle school earned funds for future programs. This year we had everything from testing the strength of jello to tree transpiration in the winter. We explored memory, dog preferences, bubble wrap protection, firearm penetration, dancing, and multitasking.

Our 6th graders worked hard, showed creativity and learned to use the scientific method as a way of testing a hypothesis.

Outstanding experiments were done again this year as seen below; winners are listed as well as their experiment titles. In the 6th grade, our runners up were: Jackson Faulkner & Luke Stensland, Reece Thompson and Jaelynn Hebert, Jack Klipstein, and Lucy Leija. 3rd place went to Jake O'Malley for his “Citrus Fire Starter.” Jake attempted to start a fire using electrodes coming from a lemon. In 2nd place - Zoe West experimented with “Nucleation.” Zoe measured the pressure of gasses released from soft drinks at different temperatures. Taking 1st Place was Brita Ostrich and Amelia Goodwin for “Lights out Measuring.” They measured the strength of batteries over long periods of time.

In the 7th Grade, awards for runners-up were presented to Molly Larson and Tobi Ho for "React And Adapt"; Gabe Landkamer and Josh Landkamer for their" FitBit Dance Off "; Brandon Marquart and Alex Hoskins for " Flaming Fabric"; Hailey Rasmussen and Sawyer Collinet for "Shooting With Science"; Ben Ferree’s

"Guessing Gender"; Ella Santagati’s " Storing Apples"; Caleb Kilgore’s " An Apple A Day Keeps The Dentist Away"; Noah Olson’s "Does Color Affect Taste?" and Kaitlynn Perez and Jaida Moore’s project, " Is Your Oven Preventing You From The Perfect Cupcake?"

Earning 1st Place was Abby Kamprath and Kaelyn Payne’s "Remember This." 2nd Place was a tie between Kadynce Shotts “How Does Font Style Affect Memory?” and Bella Walker’s “Eyes Vs. Ears.” 3rd Place was awarded to Alexandra Poppitz and Ashley Maese for their project, "Colored Text Vs. Black And White Text."

8th Grade: Runner Up teams went to: Mina Honda/Ruth Walker for "Aquatic Respiration," Charly Raymond/Rachel Calvin’s "Shadow and Refraction," Eva Stein/Meila Igel’s "Fountain of Fizz", Luke Webster/Brody Bunton’s "Bullets and Water".

Awards for Best Effort/Most Improved: These students did a great job, and put in an incredible amount of effort. Ally Artz "Hybrid Fish", Cooper Bucci "Paper Airplanes", Edith/Marlly/Jaime "Sugar Crystals". 1st Place was earned by Brock Freedman and Julian Amundsen, "Assisted Nucleation x 3”. 2nd Place was a tie, Ellie Bergsten "Roses are Red”; Alec Weeks and Tatum Kaspar’s "Does Multitasking boost or drain brain efficiency?"; 3rd Place went to Joseph Boynton doing "Shot Spots".

Congratulations to all our winners and many thanks to the parents who assisted with the planning and preparation for the festival as well as donors who contributed to the silent auction. A special shout out goes to El MexKal restaurant who provided the chili dinner for our hungry guests. If you missed it this year be sure to check it out next year.

Order Daffodils By February 17th The Daffodil Sales, “Hope By the Bunch” campaign coincides with the arrival of spring and provides support in the fight against cancer. The fundraiser provides not only cheer and hope to the recipients of the flowers, but will also serve as a reminder of the power of early detection when combating preventable cancers such as colorectal or breast cancer. The proceeds from daffodil sales will support the American Cancer Society’s

effort to finish the fight against cancer through life-saving research.

Cost of flowers is just $10 a bunch. Daffodils must be ordered by February 17 and paid in advance by cash or check payable to the American Cancer Society.

Flower deliver will be approximately March 7, 2017.

To order your flowers, contact Loretta DeWitt 970-586-3464, or Kathy Semerad 970-586-7367 or Lois Ellingwood, 970586-3064.

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Whiskey Warm Up Taking Place March 11

Join us for the 4th Annual Whiskey Warm Up; a true celebration of the tradition of warming up from the inside out.

Dress warm to sip on selections of Colorado whiskeys from a variety of local distilleries next to the heat of one of the fire pits in the beautiful outdoor George Hix Riverside Plaza from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Browse local cigar shops selling special handmade stogies and watch expert demonstrations of the fine art of handrolling cigars! Sway to the toe-tapping sounds of live music.

Learn more about the styles, tastes and smells of whiskey from a local distillery's knowledgeable educators, who will be presenting live snapshot seminars throughout the event. Don't forget to cleanse your pallet with a variety of BBQ samples and small plates.

Activities include: Samples from distilleries; some include: Elkins Whisky Spirit Hounds Breckenridge Distillery Copper Muse 10th Mountain Whiskey Food pairing seminars complete with chocolate, cheeses and donuts (space limited) Onsite cigar vendors and rolling BBQ tastings from a variety of smokers (full plates available for purchase)

Souvenir tasting glass Live Entertainment Estes Park will also feature whiskey specials throughout the weekend. Stop by a handful of local establishments to savor additional whiskey paired menus & whiskey cocktails during the Whiskey Warm Up weekend!

For tickets and other information related

to the event, visit: www.EPWhiskeyWarmUp.com Interested vendors may contact Kevin Benes, Event Coordinator at: 970-577-3902 or kbenes@estes.org Sign up to receive Town news and/or agendas at www.estes.org/subscribe. More updates at www.facebook.com/townofestesparkco, and www.twitter.com/townofestespark.

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Sunday Morning Worship 9:45AM Message from Reverend Tom Towns Coffee Hour 10:45AM Adult Sunday School 11am February 12th is Scouting Ministries Sunday

Estes Park Sports & Fitness Association Invites Community To Open House On Wednesday, February 15, the Estes Park Sports & Fitness Association will be hosting an open house at CrossFit Estes Park, 1755 State Highway 66, Estes Park, CO 80517. EPSFA invites community members to join us from 6-7:30 p.m. as we share the news about what’s in the works for this organization.

EPSFA has been formed by a group of Estes Park businesses and individuals who are passionate about the role of the active lifestyle as a facet of the Estes Park community.

As we build the foundation of this organization, we would love to share our ideas and receive input from our community members about how to better promote the growth of a healthy, active culture in Estes Park.

EPSFA is especially excited to inform

community members about the upcoming 2017 Sports & Fitness Expo on March 18, 2017 to be held at the Estes Park Events Center. This event is designed to showcase the fitness, health, recreation and wellness opportunities available to our community through a variety of businesses, clubs and organizations. Those interested in becoming exhibitors at this event are urged to attend the open house or to contact EPSFA for more information.

This is a casual event and attendees are invited to bring refreshments to share as we start the conversation about how to grow this new organization. For information about EPSFA or to sign up for the mailing list, please visit www.estesparksportsfitness.org or email info@estesparksportsfitness.org.

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Peak To Peak Concert This Saturday Features Great Music This Saturday, February 11th, at 2:00 p.m., Peak to Peak Concerts will once again prove that the Estes Valley and surrounding area defy all expectations for the number of exceptionally talented musicians living among its residents. All members of the public are warmly invited to hear both the Q2 String Quintet and The Four Horns play some very pleasing and often challenging chamber music at Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church (SMLC), 2000 Ptarmigan Trail. Admission is free, but donations will be greatly appreciated.

This will be the fourth annual collaboration between these two professional ensembles, both emanating from the Oratorio Society of Estes Park (OSEP) Orchestra. As recently as fifteen years ago, the orchestra was hard-put to find even one good French hornist in the area.

These beautiful horns are especially difficult to play. Calling themselves “The Four Horns,” because Chuck Varilek, the Village Band director kept bragging to other band directors in the area, “We have four horns.” They will start off the program. Their first and more formal part of the program will include a lovely arrangement of the theme from Dvořák’s New World Symphony, often referred to by singers as “Going Home.” While the hornists rebuild their embouchures in anticipation of performing a more casual repertoire later, the strings will follow with their own formal offering.

The Q2 Strings will be performing one of the long-held aspirations on their “bucket list”: Carl Nielsen’s, String Quin-

tet in G Major (1888). The Danish composer’s hallmarks are evident in this work: contrasting energy and stillness, as well as sing-ability and robust joy. The trick is to make this very challenging music seem easy. The Q2 string players do just that.

As a finale, The Four Horns and the Q2 Strings will join forces to play Jerry Brubaker’s made-to-order arrangement of the Hornpipe from Handel’s Water Music Suite. George F. Handel wrote this suite to accompany the procession of King George I down the Thames in 1717.

While many musicians all over the world are celebrating the 300th anniversary of Handel’s inspired music this year, the local Q2 Strings “jumped the gun” by playing this suite on Lake Estes in 2011. Although Handel felt he had to hire fifty musicians to play while the royal barge floated with the tide from White Hall to Chelsea in 1717, the larger pontoon boat on Lake Estes could accommodate only six local musicians, mostly strings. They enjoyed playing Handel’s suite while cruising slowly from the marina, all around the lake and back to Fisherman’s Nook. The elk, ducks, and geese loved it almost as much as King George’s British subjects did. Too bad most Estes Valley residents missed that memorable event, but they will have a second chance to hear at least the Hornpipe this Saturday.

This is the first year in which the Q2 has expanded from a trio, in the 2014 Peak to Peak concert, to a quartet in 2015 and 2016, to what is now a full- blown quintet. Regular patrons of the Peak to Peak concerts can take a great deal of

credit for the growth, both in numbers and musicianship, of both of these ensembles.

The performing musicians are only one half of the formula for success. The other half is the support and encouragement from their audiences. Without loyal patrons, they would have no motivation to perform and little motivation to improve and grow.

As usual a reception will follow the concert so that those who attend can meet and congratulate these musicians on their newest accom- Horn Quartet-back row Scott Anderson, Jerry Brubaker, front row Carolyn Lavallee, Julie Esposito. plishments.

These Peak to Peak Concerts are proudly sponsored by the Oratorio Society of Estes Park and The Old Gallery in Allenspark. Except for a small gratuity taken out to thank SMLC for its gracious hospitality, the donations go directly to the performing musicians to help defray their costs for expensive instruments and instrument-maintenance, sheet music, years of training and hours of rehearsals. Checks made Q2 strings-Jeff Tyler, Karen Olson, Mary Jo Andrews, out to OSEP or TOG are Kathryn Hornbein and Marti DeYoung. Courtesy photos tax deductible. For further information, please go to www.osep.info.

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Starting next weekend, these 19 dancers will take to the stage, kicking off their 2017 competitive season at Center Stage School of Dance in Estes Park. Directed by the Center Stage Dance Team Coach, Miss Courtney Frazier, they will be competing at regional competitions around the state of Colorado from Feb. through May, and will conclude their season at the year-end gala performance at the Ruesch Auditorium at the YMCA of the Rockies over Mother's Day week-

end. Nineteen dancers will be representing Center Stage this year, making up both the Jr. and Sr. Competitive Dance Teams. These dancers will be competing in solos, duets, small group and large group routines with Lyrical Dance, Contemporary Ballet, Jazz and Hip-Hop choreography. Miss Courtney is so proud to have all these dancers representing Center Stage and Estes Park this year! Good luck dancers!

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Dare To Care Club Thanks Contributors

The Estes Park Elementary School’s Dare to Care club would like to thank everyone that contributed to “Honor our Veterans.” We collected items that will be donated to The State’s Veteran’s Community Living Center at Fitzsimmons in Aurora.

A special thanks goes to The Town of

Thanking A Hometown Hero

Estes Park for their generous donation, Sherry Davis and Hannah Heckerson from the Bionic teams at the middle and high school for collecting donations, Matt Redford for sharing his experience as a Marine and Kerry Rizzuti from the American Legion for giving our group direction.

The Webelos 1, 4th grade Cub Scouts learned about everyday heros this past month. Heros are all around us, sometimes in uniform and sometimes in disguise. They discovered what it means to be a hero in our community and our world. A hero is a person who does extra special things to help other people. The boys decided to honor one of our local

heroes, Officer Curt Plassmeyer. He is the Estes Park School Resource Officer.

They made a special poster, thanking him for keeping our schools safe. Officer Plassmeyer also spent time with the boys, teaching them about his job. Thank you, Officer Curt Plassmeyer for being our hometown hero!

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• 3 bedroom ranch with an office. $175,000 • Wraparound Deck with large hot tub. • Great location, peace and quiet.

• Off the grid, solar, cistern, septic.

• Minutes from National forest land • Borders National Forest. Horses • Outstanding views! allowed.

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Fun At Cub Scout Pack 8 Pinewood Derby The annual Pack 8 Cub Scout Pinewood Derby was held at the Estes Park Event Center this year. We had a great turnout with 28 scouts racing, and 17 open class cars. The cars raced on a brand new track this year, donated by Ingram Drilling.

The Estes Park Lions Club helped out with check-in and judging the show cars.

Boy Scouts Troop 8 helped out with the flag ceremony and details of running the

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race. Town Trustees Bob Holcomb and Cody Walker (also our Cubmaster) awarded the trophies for all the winners.

The fastest car in the pack belonged to Tiger Scout, Archer Chew! This is his first year in scouting. He will have the opportunity to go on to the district derby in May. Good luck, Archer!

A great day of racing was had by all!

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1209 KORAL COURT Nicely updated home with great views. Extra detached garage/workshop. Fantastic views of North end, Lake Estes, and Golf Course. Great home to view the 4th of July fireworks. Deck furniture included. Short term rentals not permitted by HOA Covenants. $389,500

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1086 Pine Knoll Drive This property has everything and will meet your expectations! 3 bedrooms, office, guest apartment, 5 baths, 4400 sq.ft., 2+ car attached garage, detached garage/workshop, RV parking. Architecture designed and custom built. Cannot be replaced for this price. $869,000

Courtesy photos

Top Popcorn Salesmen

These boys are the top sellers from the Boy Scout Trail's End popcorn fundraiser. They are Caleb Busch, Kyler Bastian, Cooper Fouts, Cole Ingram, Cash Faith, Justin Marquart and Jacob Graham. Cole Ingram was our top seller

with $,3000. The Cub Scouts would like to thank the community and Safeway for supporting them. They use the funds for awards, activities throughout the year, summer camp, and service projects.

2325 Highway 66 Beautiful home at Rocky Point, a small and private neighborhood of 4 homes, with a Longs Peak view and you can walk to National Park! Loaded with upgrades from 2 stone fireplaces, stunning kitchen w/slab granite counters, hickory cabinets, hardwood floors, in floor radiant heat. One level living, plus walk out lower level with bedrooms and family room. $530,000

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Open and airy 2 BR 2 BA condo with views of the Front Range & large conservation easement in back full of deer, elk, etc. This is a stand alone condo with no condo to the west. Huge rock outcropping by the front door & dining room. Feels like a secluded single family home. All rooms have cathedral ceilings and many large windows. $415,000

57 COUNTY ROAD 113 S, ALLENSPARK Just a little cabin with a big Mt. Meeker view and a lot that is heavily treed with Aspen! Located at the base of the mountain and backing up to Rocky Mountain National Park, you can start your hiking adventures right out the back door. This cabin is summer only; the property has an outhouse and will need a vault. The water is from Mt. Meeker Lodge. $132,500

TBD LORY LANE 35 acres with the biggest views in the valley of Estes Park. You’ll find seclusion, rock outcroppings, lots of trees and it’s fenced with a locked gate. Zoned agricultural so taxes are very low. A well is already in place along with electric and phone lines. $735,000

885 ELK TRAIL COURT Lot 12 of The Reserve is a “WOW” location with terrific views of the snow-capped peaks of the Continental Divide. With 1.39 acres, this prestige corner lot deserves another fabulous home. Bring your plans, you won't be disappointed with the level lot among other custombuilt homes. The Reserve - “A Very Special Place!”

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Girl Scout Cookie Sale Is In Full Swing The Estes Park Girl Scouts and their leaders report that so far the Cookie Sale is proceeding very well, with brisk sales taking place by all possible media - - - in person, on line, on the phone, Social Media, booth sales and through special events all around Estes Park. The sale will continue until Sunday, March 12.

Upcoming booth sales will be held at the Pet Supply Store in Upper Stanley Village on February 11 & 12 and at the Post Office on February 18th. More booth sales will be announced as schedules are set.

The Brownie Troop in Estes Park, under the leadership of Linda Salow, will be raising as much money as possible through the cookie sale to help pay for a trip to the Meadow Mountain Ranch Core Camp this coming summer. Core Camp is a “sampler” program, designed for very young or inexperienced campers and adult leaders and includes a wide variety of activities to encourage girls to continue to go to camp throughout their lives. Featured program types are crafts, cooking out, hiking, archery, nature, outdoor skills, team-building and kapers. Let’s try hard to support that Brownie troop, so that they can reach this important goal.

Other troop fundraising projects will also be announced as girls firm up their group plans. Individual girls will also have financial and activity goals to raise money for, such as trips and rewards such as electronics, fashion accessories, stuffed animals and more.

Let’s run down the types of cookies once again. Thin Mints, the top seller for many years, are crisp wafers covered in chocolaty coating, made with natural oil of peppermint. Samoas are crisp cookies, coated in caramel, sprinkled with toasted coconut and striped with dark chocolaty coating. Tagalongs are crispy cookies layered with peanut butter and covered with a chocolaty coating. Toffeetastic are gluten-free, buttery cookies packed with golden toffee bits and “bursting with flavor, ” says the publicity write-ups. Trefoils, my personal favorite full of nostalgia from my long-ago cookie-selling years, are delicate-tasting shortbread cookies that are delightfully simple and satisfying. Do-si-dos are the other peanut butter type cookie, a crunchy oatmeal sandwich cookie with creamy peanut butter filling. Savannah Smiles are Colorado’s take on a crisp, zesty lemon wedge cookie dusted with powdered sugar. And last, but new for the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the sale of Girl Scout cookies nationwide, are Girl Scout S’Mores, a crunchy graham sandwich cookie with a creamy chocolate and marshmallowy filling.

Lots of choices, for sure. Prices are $4.00 per box for all types of cookies, except for the S’Mores, which sell for $5.00 per box. S’Mores are in limited supply, due to the special nature and 100th anniversary celebratory nature of the sweet treat. Ask for those quickly, as they’re selling like “hot cakes, ” no, like hot cookies!

Why do Girl Scout sell cookies, you ask? Tradition, of course, or this activity would not have continued for a whole century, right? The cookies sale is only one small part of the entire Girl Scout program, but it’s an important one because of the five essential skills that are built into the training and execution of all aspects of the sale.

Skill #1 – Goal Setting – “I know I can do it! ” Trying new things, having fun, working together as a team to reach their goals.

Skill #2 – Decision Making – “I make smarter decisions. ” They decide how many boxes to sell, what will be done with the money, and figure out how to solve problems.

Skill #3 – Money Management – “I can make change happen. ” They learn about handling money directly and being careful about it, and knowing that each box sold brings them closer to their goals.

Skill #4 – People Skills – “I get a lifetime supply of confidence in every box. ” The girls will meet new people at the cookie booth and through direct sales, talking to people about how Girl Scouts do more than just sell cookies.

Skill #5 – Business Ethics – “Selling cookies is more than just a business. ” One girl reported that she “made a friend’s mom laugh so hard she forgot her change and I made sure she got it back. She was so impressed she bought another box of cookies! ” Did you know that the Girl Scout Cookie Program is the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program in the world?

It’s true, and that’s really pretty amazing.

Did you also know that all of the net revenue raised through the Girl Scout Cookie Program – 100 percent of it – stays with the local council and troops?

So, support our Estes Park Girl Scouts in these next few weeks through your purchases of these colorful boxes full of commitment to this great cause. If you don’t see girls at booth sales or have a direct personal contact, call our Girl Scout Cookie Manager, Breeyan Edwards, at 970-646-6555 and she will be sure you get your own cookie cupboard fully stocked.

More next week about cookies, including history, recipes and other tidbits.

Stay tuned.

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What’s Happening At The Estes Valley Library Digital Books and Audiobooks with OverDrive Learn how you can gain access to Digital Books and Audiobooks with OverDrive at the Estes Valley Library on Friday, February 10 at 10 a.m. Learn how to borrow and read digital books and audiobooks on your Android, iOS (iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch), Kindle Fire, Nook tablet, Windows phone, Windows PC laptop, and Macbook. Bring your own device and library card. Registration is required.

Tonight: Eleanor Roosevelt – A Living History Chautauqua Story Join us for a special Chautauqua performance with Eleanor Roosevelt tonight – Friday, February 10 at 5:30 p.m. at the Estes Valley Library. It is December 1942.

Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt has just returned from England where she visited with soldiers, generals, royalty, and the working people. Find out how the First Lady feels about those individuals’ roles in a world torn by war, hardship, and uncertainty.

Love Your Local Author Festival Back by popular demand: The Love Your Local Author Festival this Saturday at noon at the Library.

The Estes Valley is bursting with talented individuals who have published books. Love Your Local Author is a celebration of our very own local writers. We invite you to join us as we highlight the intellectual and creative accomplishments of these individuals.

Each of our featured local authors will present a short “book talk” about their most recent book. These presentations will be followed by an opportunity for you to speak with your favorites and also with the new writers that intrigue you.

Authors presenting will include: Maria Medina, Kathy Granas, Jerry Allison, Bobbie Palmer, Cheryl Ilov, Catherine Spader, Alvin Kitzmann, Roni Wing Lambrecht, Chris Switzer and Cindi Rogers.

This event is free and open to everyone.

For more information, please visit estesvalleylibrary.org or call the library to speak with a librarian at 970-586-8116.

Don’t Let Your New Year’s Resolution Go Down The Drain

Sign Up for Food for Life’s Kickstart Your Health Cooking Classes at SaludInteractive Program Teaches Participants About Foods to Kickstart Weight Loss and Health The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), a national nonprofit organization that promotes preventive medicine, particularly good nutrition, and supports higher standards in research, is offering a cooking course designed to help local residents lose weight and improve their health through proper diet and nutrition.

“Losing weight has never been easier,” says Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., the director of nutrition education for PCRM. “Participants can expect to lose a pound a week without counting calories. Many experience significant health benefits, including lowered cholesterol and blood pressure, elimination of chronic pain,

and increased energy.”

The Rx for weight loss and health?

It’s a low-fat vegetarian diet. Load up on fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, Levin says; they’re naturally low in fat, chock-full of fiber, and filled with immune-boosting antioxidants and phytochemicals.

These foods will naturally tame your appetite and boost metabolism.

The challenge, Levin acknowledges, is not only to teach people which foods are good for them, but also to show them how to make the foods taste good. Each class centers on important nutrition topics as local cooking instructor Chazz Glaze guides students through the preparation of tasty and easy-to-prepare recipes.

The class details are as follows: Thursday, February 16, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.—Power of Your Plate Thursday, February 23, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.—Let’s Go! Thursday, March 2, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.— Getting in Gear Thursday, March 9, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.— Breaking the Food Seduction Thursday, March 16, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.— Keys for Natural Appetite Control For more information about Food for Life: Kickstart Your Health Cooking Classes, visit www.fflclasses.org.

Food for Life is a collaborative effort of physicians, researchers, and nutritionists who have joined together to educate the public about the benefits of a healthful diet for weight management and disease prevention. Based in Washington, D.C., Food for Life is a program of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.

Un-Valentine’s Day Make & Take Stop by the library on Tuesday, February 14 from 1 to 4:30 p.m. and celebrate Valentine’s Day with humor and fun! Explore playful designs and make a Valentine for yourself or someone special.

Celebrate Estes Park’s Centennial – 1917 Book Club You’re invited to the Nineteen Seventeen Book Club! Our next meeting is on Thursday, February 16 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Museum. February’s book title is My Pioneer Life by Abner Sprague.

This is a brand new book club for people who want to read about the Wild West, outdoor adventures, historical fiction, nonfiction history genre books and local history. The Estes Valley Library in partnership with the Estes Park Museum will provide a limited number of copies of selected titles to registered attendees.

Reading is Doctor Recommended – Earthing by Clinton Ober The Estes Valley Library and Salud Family Health Centers present the Reading is Doctor Recommended Book Club hosted by Chazz Glaze, Outreach Education Coordinator, on Tuesday, February 21 at 7 p.m. in the Hondius Room. The February featured title is Earthing by Clinton Ober. To register, visit estesvalleylibrary.org. The Salud Health Centers Foundation has generously donated a limited number of copies of the book for registered participants that may be picked up at the library.

Using the Cloud to Back-up Your Stuff Computers can break leaving you unable to access your important files and photos. Join us on Wednesday, February 22 at 10 AM for Using the Cloud to Back-up Your Stuff. During the class, we will demonstrate Google Drive. The same skills apply to Dropbox, OneDrive, and other similar cloud storage options. This class is best for people with basic file management and Internet skills. Registration is required.

Movement – The “Magic Bullet” for Good Health with Dr. Frank Dumont The Estes Valley Library is pleased to welcome Dr. Frank Dumont to kick off our Trailblazer Wellness series. Join us on Wednesday, February 22 from 1 to 2 p.m. for Movement – The “Magic Bullet” for Good Health. To register please visit estesvalleylibrary.org.

Managing Performance Issues Workshop for Small Businesses Larimer Small Business Development Center presents Managing Performance Issues at the Estes Valley Library on Thursday, February 23 from 5 to 7 p.m.

In this session, participants will examine the feedback process from hiring to coaching or even terminating. To register for this free workshop at the library, visit LarimerSBDC.org.

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Estes Valley Partners For Commerce January Membership Dinner

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Jerry Barlow To Perform Sunday, Feb. 12 For Special Music Festival Concert

skilled, funny and riveting.

Out of the many musicians performing today, the vast majority are skilled in either performing on their instrument or in entertaining an audience. It’s very rare and extremely enjoyable to see a musician at the very top of his craft in both areas,” says Scott Beach, Director of Colorado Celtic EntertainBy: Charley Dickey ment.

A crowd of more than 55 members and Music from all of Barlow’s non-members showed up at the Stanley recordings can be heard Hotel to enjoy an Italian style dinner bufregularly on National Public fet in the Music Room. President Kirby Radio stations. He has been Hazelton gave a list of updates including featured in Fingerstyle Guithe new Board member McShan Walker tar magazine, and has been with Elkins Distillery and Lynn Ciolli profiled and reviewed in with Cabin Fever (who unfortunately Celtic Connection. had to relocate to Texas recently). The 2017 Board and Officers were then introThere will be no concert duced. Kirby Hazelton was re-elected as on February 19. A fun time President, Kent Smith as Vice-President, on February 26 will welOur seasonal favorite for your ValenPaul Mueller as Treasurer and Charley come the men’s choral New Wizard Oil tine’s Day celebration welcomes the reDickey was elected as Secretary replacing Combination. turn of Jerry Barlow; Celtic music at its Diane Muno. Kirby thanked Diane for Music Festival attendees will receive a best. Nothing sweeter than Jerry Barlow her years of service and continued sup20% discount for brunch or dinner on and his Celtic Fingerstyle guitar for your port. the day of the concert, courtesy of the Valentine. Bring your family, friends or Estes Valley Partners for Commerce Stanley Hotel Cascade Restaurant. Addispecial person to share this special day.

(EVPC) continues to work on collabora- Thursday, February 16 at Nick Molle tional parking is available next to the The concert will take place on Sunday tions with many groups in the Estes area. Productions from 5-7:00 p.m.

Concert Hall and behind the Stanley HoFebruary 12 at 2:00 p.m. in the MacGreOne such group, the Downtown Business tel.

Our keynote speaker for the evening gor Ballroom, Main building of the StanPartners lead by Amy Hamrick has Every concert series needs an excellent was the Honorable Mayor Todd Jirsa. ley Hotel. Admission is just $10.00 at the worked to enhance the visitors experivenue and the beautiful Stanley Hotel is The topic of his talk was “Looking fordoor, children and students are admitted ence in the downtown area of Estes Park. the perfect mountain setting for an hour ward to 2017.” Yours truly picked the free. This concert is sponsored by Estes Amy spoke to the crowd about the tranof wonderfully relaxing Sunday aftertopic and Mayor Jirsa didn’t miss the Park Chiropractic. sition from a Board style group to a comnoon entertainment.

We are grateful to chance to point that out and immediately Barlow is a warm, accessible performer mittee as a sub group to EVPC similar to the Stanley Hotel Management and staff talk about where we have come from – and storyteller. His unique and skillfully the restaurant group, the original Estes for their incredible support and generosinterjecting a few humorous comments delivered repertoire incorporates favorite Arts District and the Economic Developity.

Thank you to Bob’s Piano Service, our at the expense of the author. But all in traditional pieces as well as his own ment Task Force. We would welcome weekly and series sponsors, and the Grifgood fun! Mayor Jirsa reviewed our last Celtic-inspired compositions. His expresdowntown businesses to participate in fin Foundation. year and then talked about all the great sive arrangements of lively jigs, spirited this specialized committee to work toFor further information, contact our opportunities we have in front of us. The reels, and haunting airs is described as gether to promote all of downtown. mayor announced several new businesses music to soothe the soul, warm the heart business office at 970-586-9519 or visit Other announcements were: Explore our up to date website: estesparkmucoming to Town such as Starbucks drive and lift the spirit.

Our Store will be Wednesday, February 8, thru, the Dollar Store and others. As atsicfestival.org. To receive weekly updates “In concert, Jerry brings traditional 2017 at 9:00 a.m. at the Park Mall featur- tendee Trustee Ward Nelson commented of our concerts and upcoming events, Celtic tunes alive by sharing the history, ing: Alpenglow images & Accents, please send an email to: estesparkmuat the last Town Board meeting, “He gave humor, and legends behind the music.

Golden Leaf Gallery, Flattop Mountain sicfestival@gmail.com. Like us on Facea very inspirational speech, thank you Jerry Barlow is a performer who is Trading Company, Estes Park Yoga. The book for photos and events.

Mayor Todd Jirsa.”

Arts & Commerce After Hours will be

Men, Women And Kids Sought To Participate In Head-Shaving Events Nationwide to Raise Funds for Childhood Cancer Volunteers baldly stand in solidarity with the 300,000 kids diagnosed with cancer each year while raising money to fund pediatric cancer research.

The St. Baldrick’s Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising money to fund the most promising research to find cures for childhood cancers and give survivors long and healthy lives, has issued a lofty challenge to everyone who wants to help raise money for pediatric cancer re-

search: Be a hero for kids with cancer by shaving your head in return for pledges of financial support from friends and family.

Participants find that shaving their head in solidarity with the approximately 300,000 children who are diagnosed with cancer each year and frequently lose their hair as a result of treatment, is a small sacrifice in comparison to what these children endure.

For our 15th year, we will shave heads to help Conquer Kids’ Cancer on Saturday, March 18, 2017! In the past 14 years,

Estes Park has raised over $186,000 for kids with cancer. This annual event will be held locally at The Estes Park Mountain Shop located at 2050 Big Thompson Ave. Estes Park, CO 80517. Head-shavings will commence at 4 p.m., and there will be food, drink and tons of fun! We are excited to have you join us to help us reach our 2017 goals, and give hope to infants, children, teens and young adults fighting childhood cancers!

Date: Saturday, March 18, 2017 Event Location: The Estes Park Mountain Shop Event Time: 4-7 p.m.

About St. Baldrick’s Foundation As the largest private funder of childhood cancer research grants, the St. Baldrick’s Foundation

believes that kids are special and deserve to be treated that way. St. Baldrick’s funds are granted to some of the most brilliant childhood cancer research experts in the world and to innovative explorers who bring with them the promise of a future free from childhood cancers. Kids need treatments as unique as they are – and that starts with funding research just for them. Join us at StBaldricks.org to help support the best cancer treatments for kids.

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Estes Valley Legacy Offers Comprehensive Charitable Planning Estes Valley Legacy, a program of Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center is giving you an amazing gift! Estes Valley Legacy exists for the sole purpose of providing free, comprehensive and completely confidential charitable gift planning services for residents of the Estes Valley and donors across the country that support our local nonprofit organizations.

What does this mean? It means that, with expert, pressure-free, independent and completely confidential guidance and advice, you can: • explore simple and effective ways to support the organizations you love, anywhere, through charitable planning • learn about the most taxwise ways to do charitable giving, tailored to your personal circumstances • find out about the many ways to give through your estate in a way that fits your desires and the needs of your heirs, including some methods that don’t even require an attorney or changes to your will or trust • learn about special estate giving tools that may offer you significant tax breaks now, increase (yes, actually increase)

your income for the rest of your life and ultimately provide amazing support for any charitable organizations you love • be connected with exactly the right professional and institutional resources you need to accomplish your plan.

Jerry Kennell, a member of our local community with forty years of experience in nonprofit management and charitable planning serves as the planned giving educator and counselor for Estes Valley Legacy. He does public workshops and also provide your free confidential consultation in a comfortable and private setting. The service is for you. He will not pressure you or create a sense of obligation. And should you choose to create a plan, he will not share that information with the organizations named unless you tell him to.

For your free service, contact Jerry directly at (970) 480-7703 or by email to estesvalleylegacy@gmail.com. Don’t miss this opportunity to do free comprehensive and confidential charitable planning.

Estes Valley Legacy, a collaborative service provided by 17 local nonprofit organizations, is a program of Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center.

Great Dogs Need New Forever Homes

Tag is the newest rescue, he is about one year old, is kennel trained and very sweet. The Pet Association will be taking applications to adopt Tag very soon.

Barkley is a very healthy eight or nine year old spaniel mix who weighs 19 lbs.

He is good with people, other dogs and loves cuddling with everyone! He is a nice dog, but may bark when left alone and is not recommended for a home with kids under 10.

Junior is a six or seven year old black lab. He is very sweet and calm and loves everyone and everything! Junior has an old injury on his right rear leg, so he doesn't walk on it. He does not know anything is wrong with his leg (and we don't want to tell him), he does use it for balance. This special disability does come with some advantages, he will not pull on a leash during walks or try to race you down the stairs. Junior would enjoy short walks, hanging outside and lots of love! The Pet Association will be taking apps to adopt Junior, adoption date is pending his leg ortho appointment outcome.

Stop down to the Pet Lodge at the Animal Medical Center on Manford Avenue or call 586-9282 for more information about any of these sweet dogs for adoption. All pets are offered through the Pet Association of Estes Park, a non-profit organization. The 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.

Tag Barkley

Junior

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Relationships-A Reader Theatre Presentation Estes Park Repertoire Theatre Company would like to extend an invitation to audition for “Relationships”….a Readers Theatre program consisting of various scripts exploring the humorous nature of relationships, including but not limited to children, space travel, aging, crime and Adam and Eve. Readers Theatre is described as “Theatre of the Imagination” and “Theatre of the Mind.” It occupies a niche somewhere between a speech and a play and the action exists primarily in the mind of the audience member as the emphasis is upon suggestion and vivid reading.

Scripts are held during the performance and have been either adapted or created as original dialogue for Readers Theatre presentations. One of the most dynamic aspects is the reader’s ability to interpret written material in such a way as to make it seem that the action takes place in the midst of the audience.

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Other variations of Readers Theatre are Interpreters Theatre, Platform Theatre, Concert Theatre, Chamber Theatre Group Reading, Multiple Reading, Staged Reading, Story Theatre or Play Reading….each containing variations of the original design known as Readers Theatre.

Evening performances, at the Masonic Lodge on Highway 7, are scheduled for March 31st, April 1st, April 7th, and April 8th at 7:00 p.m. Matinee performances are scheduled for April 2nd and April 9th at 2:00 p.m.

Auditions are set to take place at the Masonic Lodge on Highway 7, Sunday, February 19th and Tuesday, February 21st at 7:00 p.m.

Please feel free to contact Jeff Miller, the Director, at 501-840-2015 (cell phone) with whatever questions you have.

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Sylvia E. Reynolds Sylvia E. Reynolds passed away peacefully on Friday, February 3, 2017 at the age of 97. Sadly, she did not reach her goal of 105. Her family was convinced this would happen, so consider it an untimely passing.

Sylvia Ellen was born to Veda (Cabel) and William A. Schafer on Mother’s Day, May 12, 1919 in Beaver Falls, PA. She grew up in Alexandria, VA and married CWO Charles O Nesbit, Jr Army Corps of Engineers on December 7, 1938. They lived in Fort Belvoir, VA until 1951. Sylvia and Charlie had three children, Brenda Ruth in 1940, Diana Lee in 1941 and (Chuck) Charles O Nesbit III in 1943. He served in WWII and Korea and died August 4, 1954.

Sylvia married USAF Capt. Clinton D. Reynolds (Bill) in Denver, CO in October 1955. They, with Sylvia’s three children moved to Greeley, CO where he was assigned as an instructor of Air Force ROTC at Colorado State College of Education now UNC. Sylvia was always quick to say, she not only found a great husband who she loved dearly but a bachelor who married a woman with three children (two of them teenage girls) was also a very special man. In 1958 he was reassigned to Johnson AFB in Japan. They enjoyed their reassignment living in Charleston AFB, SC before being sent to Prestwick AFB in Scotland. Sylvia loved Scotland and her time there. They lived in the gatehouse of one of the local Lairds and she enjoyed sharing stories of her experiences during those years. They came back to the states in 1966 and Bill retired as a Lt. Colonel. They tried retirement in Florida, and Sylvia did not care for the age demographic or the weather so she was happy when Bill accepted a job working for Sam Gates (Estes Park resident for many years) in La Crosse, WI administering the VA Benefit Program Information office at the University of Wisconsin @ La Crosse. He and Sam and Sylvia and Kitty enjoyed resuming the social life they had enjoyed years before in Greeley. They decided to try retirement again and warmer weather and bought a home on Lake Catherine in Hot Springs, AR. Sylvia loved Arkansas and returned to college where she finished her degree in English. She loved to write and wrote numerous articles about her life as a military wife and a novel set in Scotland. She watched Bill

Clinton’s early political career and often wrote to him to let him know how he could improve America. She actively wrote to all politicians to let them know how she felt and what they needed to be doing for the nation. She and Bill moved to Denver in 1994 to be closer to family. Bill passed away in 2002 and she became an early resident of Good Samaritan Estes Park Village in 2003, where she lived until her death. She loved the caregivers, kitchen staff, Randy, Brooks, Julie and Carey. In her last months, the loving kindness of so many people at Good Sam, Hospice of the Estes Valley and Home Instead gave immense comfort to her and her family. We also appreciated the care of the nurses and staff at Estes Park Medical Center. She loved Dr. Dumont and thought he was her personal physician.

Sylvia was preceded in death by her parents and four siblings (William H. and Bernard E. Schafer, Katherine Double and Sarah Schafer). Her son Charles O. Nesbit III died in a climbing accident on Longs Peak in 1979, daughter Diana Lee Hartzell died in 1994, grandson US Army S/Sgt Ian Nesbit in 2000.

She is survived by her daughter, Brenda Woodard of Estes Park and son Bill Schafer of Darien WI. Her grandchildren: Scott Woodard MD (Harriette) of Glen Haven, Susan Silvestri of Glen Haven, CO Curtis Woodard (Katie) of Greenwood Village CO., Wm, Brad, Brian Schafer of Darien, WI and James Nesbit of Denver, CO. She is also survived by Great Grandchildren: Jake Woodard (Lindsie) Berthoud, CO, Cole and Spencer Woodard of Glen Haven, Joseph and Tessa Woodard of Greenwood Village, CO, Savannah Nesbit, Broomfield, CO and Joshua Nesbit, Arvada, CO. Great granddaughter Payton Woodard, Berthoud, CO, sister, Lois Martell (Lou) Denver, CO and numerous nephews, nieces.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, February 18th from 3-5 p.m. at Good Samaritan Senior Apts. Dining Room.

In lieu of flowers please donate to the Good Samaritan Staff Christmas Fund c/o EPGSV Country Store, 1901 Ptarmigan Trail, Estes Park CO 80517.

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

Open Discussion On Depression Join Maria Medina for an open discussion on depression, daily struggles, or anything you may just need to discuss, every Thursday evening at 5:30 p.m. in the back room at Kind Coffee. Call Maria for more information 970-6465642.

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David Jerome Maslowski David Jerome Maslowski, 74, (19422017) of Drake, Colorado, died February 1, 2017. He was born in San Francisco, California while his father Jerome Maslowski was serving in the Navy in WWII. Anita Mouton Rimmer, his grandmother, and his mother, June Rimmer Maslowski cared for him. David grew up in Michigan: Five Lakes, Grand Rapids, Lansing, and Grand Ledge. He loved the woods and lakes his whole life. He has two sisters: Linda Klee and Sherry Dixon in California who have been loyal and caring throughout his life. David worked at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, Michigan, during the summers when he was a student at Michigan State University. He met his wife, Pat Poffenberger Maslowski from Escanaba, Michigan, who was a student at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. They married in 1966.

David and Pat had two children: David Jr. and Daniel. They lived in Lansing, Michigan, Chicago, Illinois, and moved to Nederland, Colorado in 1971. David earned a BA majoring in English and Philosophy from Michigan State University, a Masters degree in Education from the University of Colorado, and a Masters degree in Computer Science from the University of Phoenix. He worked as an A V technician at Michigan State University, at Switchcraft in Chicago, Illinois, at Boulder High School in Boulder. In 1978, he and Pat and their children went to American Samoa as contract educators. David was principal of Faleasao Elementary School and at Pago Pago Elementary School. They returned to Colorado in 1982, and David taught at Project Hold, an alternative school in Boulder Valley. He was elected President of the

Boulder Valley Education Association and served for four years.

He taught computer science and cultural studies at Nederland Middle/Senior High School. He and Pat taught in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, Peoples Republic of China in 1996-97 as US/China Exchange Teachers sponsored by the American Council of Learned Societies. They retired in 1997. David was active in the communities he lived in, on the Planning Commission, Town Council, and Zoning Board in Nederland. He was a member of the PID Board overseeing the roads in the Cedar Springs and Cedar Park subdivisions in Drake. A kind, generous, loyal man with a subtle and quirky sense of humor he was liked and respected by everyone who knew him. He loved computers and audio visual technology and photography, producing a DVD called Gaia’s Garden with photos of flowers and Mongolian music. He produced DVDs for friends and organizations. His sons, David and Dan, credit his bringing a computer to American Samoa and teaching them to use it when they were 11 and 10 as significant in their interests, education, and careers. He loved to cook and made interesting delicious meals and coconut macaroons and other desserts. He spent time every day planning and creating new versions of recipes. Pat, his wife of 50 years, David Jr, his wife Julie Hall Maslowski and granddaughters Ella and Holly, Dan, his wife Karen Craugh Maslowski, and granddaughters Sasha, Sarah, and Anna will remember and love him all their lives.

A memorial will take place in spring of this year.

Legal Notice

ESTES PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR ONE (1) BOARD MEMBER POSITION The Estes Park Housing Authority (EPHA) is a not-for-profit organization committed to providing affordable housing to low-and-moderate-income citizens who live within the Park R-3 School District boundary. Board members serve in a volunteer capacity for a 5-year term.

Board member responsibilities include active involvement as an advocate for EPHA in the community, assisting in retention and development of housing opportunities, and examining policies, procedures and financial reports. Applicants must reside in the Park R-3 School District boundary. Board meeting is held the second Wednesday of each month at 8:30 a.m., Room 203, Town Municipal Building.

Applications Available: February 8, 2017 Due Date: March 10, 2017

Applications Available: EPHA offices, 500 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO (Monday – Friday, 8-5), or on our website, www.esteshousing.org

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Legal Notice FINAL NOTICE OF A POTENTIAL IMPACT TO A FLOOD HAZARD AREA AND WETLAND The Colorado Department of Local Affairs will be committing Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery funds, under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended or Title II of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act, to undertake a project known as the Cheley Camp Reach Project in Larimer County. The specific elements of this proposed project are to restore the riparian corridor within this reach of Fish Creek and to create a more resilient stream. This project is considered a high priority project in the Master Plan for Resiliency for Fish Creek. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has not defined a regulatory floodplain for the Cheley Camp Reach of Fish Creek within Larimer County. Although there is not a current regulatory floodplain on the FEMA maps, this reach has been identified as an area that will be mapped and become regulatory through the State Colorado Hazard Mapping Program. The proposed action, if implemented, would impact a Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) designated 100-year Flood Zone. The project would also impact a riverine wetland associated with Fish Creek, a freshwater emergent wetland, and a freshwater forested/shrub wetland. The purposes of this notice are to: (1) inform the public of this commitment; (2) identify the reasons why the proposal must be located in the floodplain and wetland; (3) provide a list of the alternatives considered; and (4) discuss all mitigation measures to be undertaken to minimize adverse impacts and to restore and preserve natural and beneficial values.

Details concerning the proposed project are available for examination/copying at the office of the Colorado Department of Local Affairs, 1313 Sherman Street, 3rd Floor, Denver, CO 80203, weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the proposed project to Crystal Andrews, Environmental Specialist, Colorado Department of Local Affairs, 1313 Sherman Street, 3rd Floor, Denver, CO 80203 or crystal.andrews@state.co.us. All comments must be received no later than Friday, February 17, 2017.

Ms. Crystal Andrews Colorado Department of Local Affairs NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS

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OFF-SEASON PAY RATE YMCA of the Rockies: Estes Park Center

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Housekeeping, Food Service and Conference Setup and Service On-grounds: $9/hour + Housing, 3 Meals/day Over Time: $13.95/hour + Housing, 3 Meals/day

Date of Publication: Friday, February 10, 2017 Colorado Department of Local Affairs 1313 Sherman Street, 3rd Floor Denver, CO 80203 303-864-7894 This notice shall satisfy procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the Colorado Department of Local Affairs.

REQUEST FOR THE RELEASE OF FUNDS On or about February 18, 2017 the Colorado Department of Local Affairs will submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development on behalf of the Estes Valley Watershed Coalition for the release of Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery funds, under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended or Title II of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act, to undertake the following project:

Off-grounds: $15/hour Over Time: $22.50 Referral Bonus: Once you are employed, earn $100/week for every employee referred, who works 40 hr/week in Housekeeping, Food Service or Conference Setup and Service.

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

Project Title: Cheley Camp Reach Purpose: The purpose of the proposed project is to restore the riparian corridor within this reach of Fish Creek and to create a more resilient stream. This project is considered a high priority project in the Master Plan for Resiliency for Fish Creek.

Location: The Cheley Camp Reach is at the southernmost end of Fish Creek Road and runs through a ranch property with a single owner.

Estimated Cost: $200,000 (estimated HUD funding and total project cost) An environmental review for the project has been made by the Colorado Department of Local Affairs and is available for public examination and copying at the offices noted below. Based on this review, Colorado Department of Local Affairs has determined that a request for release of funds will not significantly affect the quality of the human environment and hence, an environmental impact statement will not be undertaken under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (P.L. 91-190). Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at the Colorado Department of Local Affairs, 1313 Sherman Street, 3rd Floor, Denver, CO 80203 and may be examined or copied weekdays 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the Colorado Department of Local Affairs. All comments received by February 17, 2017 will be considered by the Colorado Department of Local Affairs prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds.

RELEASE OF FUNDS The Colorado Department of Local Affairs certifies to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development that Crystal Andrews in her capacity as Environmental Specialist consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities, and allows the Estes Valley Watershed Coalition to use Program funds.

Golf Course Maintenance and Groundskeeper Employment Opportunities Enjoy beautiful sunrises and free golf while working at one of our mountain golf courses this season!

GOLF COURSE GROUNDS MAINTENANCE As a grounds maintenance crew member you will be a seasonal employee from mid-March until October performing various tasks pertaining to the maintenance of golf courses including mowing, bunker maintenance, line trimming, and landscape maintenance tasks. Experience and knowledge of the game of golf preferred but not mandatory. This position requires moderate to heavy physical demands and the ability to perform a variety of routine and skilled maintenance and repair activities involving parks and recreation buildings, grounds, and equipment.

Seasonal part-time or full-time hours with multiple schedules available.

This position will start next month! $11.00 - $15.00/hour.

GOLF COURSE GROUNDSKEEPERS We are looking for individuals who love working outdoors and are able to perform light golf course maintenance duties, including operating a riding mower, at the EVRPD 9-Hole and 18-Hole Golf Courses.

Seasonal part-time or full-time hours with multiple schedules are available.

This seasonal position will run May – October. $10.00 - $12.00/hour 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.

Please submit employment applications to: Estes Valley Recreation and Park District, Attention John Feeney; P.O. Box 1379, Estes Park, CO 80517, or email employee application to john@evrpd.com

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FULL-TIME IMMEDIATE OPENING, Equipment Manager / District Mechanic Job Announcement Closing Date: 2/20/17 EVRPD is seeking a full-time Golf Equipment Manager/Mechanic to become a member of our team. This position will be responsible for overseeing, performing, and evaluating a comprehensive golf course equipment and vehicle fleet maintenance system for the district. This position requires specialization and expertise in vehicle and turf equipment repair and maintenance. This employee must possess excellent organizational, scheduling, leadership, and communication skills. Position reports to the Manager of Golf Maintenance. Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or GED, and at least three (3) years of experience with general maintenance of equipment, engines, diesel and gas, 2 and 4-cycle engines, including at least two (2) years of experience with hydraulic and electrical systems diagnosis and repairs.

This is a full-time year round position. Aside from a competitive salary, we offer an amazing benefits package including full Health/Dental/Vision, paid vacation/sick/holiday leave, retirement, and District-wide discounts at our facilities including free golf. Pay Range:$19.75 - $29.00/hour, DOE 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 John Feeney; P.O. Box 1379, Estes Park, CO 80517, or email employee application to john@evrpd.com

ESCROW OFFICER/ESTES PARK

Looking for a change of pace, a more affordable way of living and a quality place to live? We are looking to expand and seeking an experienced Escrow Officer that has previous experience in one or more related fields: Real Estate Title/Mortgage.

JOB DESCRIPTION - Responsibilities include, but not limited to the following duties: • Work closely with Lenders and Attorneys following their instructions • Prepare and balance Settlement Statements, Closing Disclosures and HUD Settlement Statements.

• Manage the process for complex transactions, such as those involving multiple parties, as well as transactions where there are title, escrow and legal issues requiring resolution • Contact customers with questions and issues to resolve • Complete Real Estate transactions by determining requirements, clearing titles, assembling, preparing and reviewing closing documents and disbursing funds • Obtain clear title by ordering title reports, resolving title defects, satisfying existing liens and encumbrances against property or principals • Prepare transaction documents by completing forms and statements, collecting and reviewing existing documents • Complete closing transaction documents by assembling documents, reviewing papers with parties, explaining provisions and procedures, answering questions, checking documents for completeness/accuracy and obtaining signatures • Complete closing by electronically recording and filing documents, preparing and distributing final closing statements and title • Possible Closer to Closer job share opportunities EXPERIENCE: • Strong customerservice skills, detail oriented, excellent communication and organizational skills • Escrow closing experience is preferred (1–4 years) • Self-starter, committed, dedicated and hard working • Candidate must possess the ability to work independently and as a team member participating in Realtor/Lender functions CERTIFICATES/LICENSES: • Notary Public, State of Colorado • Title Insurance Producers license BENEFITS: • Competitive compensation package including base salary & commission opportunity • Benefits include Medical, Dental and Vision • 401(k) with Company match • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with Company match

To apply please send resume and references to FNTCresume@fnf.com

Qualified candidate is subject to completion and satisfactory finding of a background check, to include a criminal record check. EEO

Receptionist Needed For Accounting Office Full-time Seasonal with possibility of year-round Gen. office duties include greeting clients, phones, making appts., typing exp.

Preferred Send resume to:

info@shottsmerrymancpas.com

EXPERIENCED CARPENTER/TRADESMAN. Own tools and transportation.

Dependable, honest, teachable. FT/PT Send resume to jared@homesbykingswood.com Ph. 970-586-6551

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Employment Galex LLC dba Chelito’s Mexican Restaurant, 145 E. Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517 is hiring 7 dishwashers to perform TEMP/FT job duties: cleaning kitchen and kitchen equipment, utensils and dishware, keeping the environment in good work order and assisting cooks w/various tasks as needed. Duties may include organization and replenishment of food storage, inventory of food items. Job in Estes Park, Colorado. 04/01/17-11/30/17.

35-40 hrs/wk. Split shifts. 8AM-4PM or 4PM11PM. Wrk wk Mon-Sun. No ed, train or exp req’d. OJT. Meals provided. Transport (meals, lodging) to employmnt provided/reimbursed, if wrkr completes half employmnt; check sep from payroll. Return transport provided if wrkr completes employmnt or dismissed early. If wrkr completes 50% wrk contract per, emplyr to reimburse transport/subsistence from recruitment to wrk by check sep from payroll. Upon completion of wrk contract per, or when early dismissal, emplyr to provide or pay reason cost of return transport/subsistence home or to where wrkr departed, except when subs emplymnt. Amnt of transport paymnt/reimbursement equal to most econom/reason cost. Daily subsistence at $12.09/day to max $51.00/day with receipts. Emplyr guarantees work equal to three-fourth of work in ea 12-week per. H-2B wrkrs reimbursed in first wrk wk all visa and related fees. Wrkrs get - no charge - tools, supplies, equip req’d. Salary: $9.75/hr+$/hr DOE. No overtime possible. Single wrkwk computes wages due. Wrkrs paid every two weeks by check. All deductions req’ by law will be made. Possib bonus. Apply at Estes Park Workforce Center at 1601 Brodie Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517 or mail to Chelito’s Mexican Restaurant, attn Macario Rojas, PO Box 3345, Estes Park, CO 80517 or email Macario Rojas at esgalex2@gmail.com. SWA Job Order Number 6801241.

Granny Ginghams is a happy place!

Come join our Team!

We are now looking for year-round part-time help 12-30 hours a week depending on season. Retail sales, shipping and receiving, stocking and home decor help needed.

Please apply at 137 E. Elkhorn Ave., or at grannygingham@gmail.com

Join Our Team!

Teller

Full time, year round position.

Ideal candidates will have cash handling experience, computer knowledge, the desire to provide excellent customer service and be a team player.

Excellent benefits including medical, dental, 401 (k) and paid time off.

Please apply at : www.bankofcolorado.com Member FDIC

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

Ambulance EMT- PRN Paramedic- PRN

Med/Surg Certified Nurse Aid – PRN

Laboratory Phlebotomist – PRN Medical Technologist – Full Time Surgical Services Surgical RN – Full Time

Quality Director of Quality – Full Time

Estes Park Medical Group Interim Clinic Manager – Full Time Medical Assistant - PRN

Patient Financial Services Hospital Billing Specialist – Full Time Emergency Department Registration – PRN Physician Billing Specialist – Full Time Prospect Park Living Center Director of Nursing – Full Time LPN/Registered Nurse Restorative – Full Time Days and Nights Certified Nurse Aid – Full Time Days and Nights CNA Restorative Aide – Full Time

Home Health and Hospice Care Personal Care Provider/Homemaker – Full Time Dietary Dietary Aide – PRN

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

EPMC offers competitive wages and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HOUSEKEEPER

Join our friendly staff!

Experienced or will train Year round Full time or part time Fluent English a must No phone calls please

1520 Fall River Road CASTLE MOUNTAIN LODGE

Hochstetler Resorts HOUSEKEEPERS NEEDED Year Around Or Seasonal

For more information & to apply please contact Claudia at (970) 412-6618

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Employment Harmony Foundation, an adult alcohol/ drug residential treatment center in Estes Park has the following openings available: Full Time/Part Time, Women’s Transitional Care Program House Manager Oversee general operations of a residential program providing transitional care of residents recovering from substance use disorders. Candidates will provide transportation and ensure safety of all clients. PT Relieves FT House Manger and Requires 2 overnights per week. Must possess valid Colorado Driver License. Experience with the Recovery Community a plus.

Please send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to mcola@harmonyfoundationinc.com.

You may also fax to 970-577-0392 or mail to 1600 Fish Hatchery Road; Estes Park, CO. Be sure to check out our web site at www.harmonyfoundationinc.com

JOIN THE STREAMSIDE TEAM!

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

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

Front Desk Agent Full Time Fill out application at: Streamside on Fall River 1260 Fall River Rd, Estes Park Or send resume to info@streamsideonfallriver.com

Emergency Services Dispatcher I Police Dept. Communication Center Hiring Range $20.39 – $23.95 per hour Non-Exempt Position (2 positions open) Close Date: Open Until Filled

Museum Curator

Cultural Services Dept.

Hiring Range $22.52 – $27.58 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: February 13, 2017

Police Officer I

Chef/Bartender/Server Year round, Full Time, $16/hour + tips.

Breakfast Chef – Sun., Mon., Tues. – 6am-12:30pm (Bed and Breakfast style) Loft Bar Chef/Bartender/Server – Fri., Sat. – 4pm-10:30pm (Small pub style on-site bar for guest use only.

Staffed by one person.)

Apply in person at Della Terra Mountain Chateau, 3501 Fall River Road, Estes Park

Now Hiring BOH & FOH Positions

with Delaware North at the Rocky Mountain Park Inn. Cooks, bartenders, servers, banquet servers.

Please apply @ our website www.delawarenorth.com search by location or contact

srexroad@delawarenorth.com

Police Department Hiring Range $25.85 – $28.44 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled

Water Plant Operator I-IV

Water Div./Utilities Department Hiring Range Lvl I: $16.29 - $19.14 per hour Lvl II: $17.92 - $21.05 per hour Lvl III $19.71 - $23.16 per hour Lvl IV: $23.83 - $28.00 per hour Non-Exempt Position (2 positions open) Close Date: February 27, 2017 (Town employment application required)

Transportation Advisory Board Voluntary Member Close Date: February 24, 2017

(Committee application required)

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

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

Town of Estes Park is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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Flaggers Needed

on Fish Creek Road. Job is December thru August. Pay $13.00/ hour. Must be able to get to and from work & handle the elements. We will to come to Estes and give flagger tests so you don't have to come to Windsor.We are an equal opportunity employer. Please call 970-674-3450

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

Apartments

SUVs/CUVs

2 BDRM 1 BA, ex cond. $975 mo + elec & sec dep.

Cable, W/D incl. In quiet area. N/S, No Pets. Avail Feb 15, 1 yr lease, ref req 720-838-5724

Karst Electric Inc. is here in Estes Park for all your electrical needs: new construction, service and repair.

No job too small! Licensed and insured. Call us at (970) 577-1470, www.karstelectric.com.

2 Bdrm,1 BS, $750 a month + deposit, year lease, call 586-0275 Settle into Estes Park in a Modern Studio in Downtown Estes $1200 month-to-month.

(970) 481-1932

Commercial Rentals Commercial space for rent. 1050 sq ft. Good parking, overhead garage door & office w/ bathroom. $1300/mo + Util Call 970-290-4488

SERVICES

Commercial space, 800 sq ft, in Piccadilly Square, $1,500/month, available immediately.

Call Teresa at Range Property Management 970-586-7626

Room/Roommate

Accounting

Residential Cleaning ! Experienced, meticulous and affordable! One time or recurring service.

All natural supplies provided. Licensed and bonded.

Call or text 970.294.

1177 today for a cleaner, healthier home!

Home Repair/Service

2 Furnished BR’s available immediately in shared space. $600. Serene environment.

Tidy, ascetic household with beautiful views near town. 970-6466714 patiencegribble@hotmail.com

Short Term Seeking furnished 1BR, Studio, or Room, in EP. July and August. I am a single woman, no pets, N/S, have local references. Need WiFi and good cell reception.

212-666-9467

Villano Property Management LLC. Family own/operated. *Housekeeping *Maintenance *And More!

Call Or Email. (970) 6992062 (970)541-8363 villanopm@hotmail.com

Cleaning

Lower level commercial space available for immediate move in. Open space ready for your office, workshop, or storage.

1 year lease. Approximately 500 s/f $400/Mo. 970-586-2950 River Front Office space/rooms. Multiple available.

970-586-1700

SERVICES

Tax Refund Advance up to $1200.00 when you have your taxes prepared at Accountants Cabin, LLC. File today, get paid today! No credit check Call Angela 970-231-8458

Sewing/Alterations Sewing Services cushions + chair tops Recover or create new industrial sewing repairs including leather.

Please call Beth for appt.

970 492-5446

Business Related Denton Insurance Agency, Inc. (970) 586-2989 Specializing In Workers Compensation and Medicare Supplement Insurance HOLMES LOG WORKS 970-586-9168 Log and Metal Railing, Deck Additions, Log Benches, Gates, Mantels & Accents www.lograils.com

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SERVICES

SERVICES MISCELLANEOUS

SERVICES REAL ESTATE

SERVICES SALES

NOTICES

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Business

Condos/Townhomes

Estate Sales

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ESTATE/GARAGE SALE; Skyview Storage & Uhaul Need to have one, but will be closed for WINTERseems overwhelming.

BREAK Feb 1st - March We do the work, you 15th, 2017. For storage make the $. Local, Affordunits call 970 215- 6006. able, References. CALL For Uhaul call OPEN HOUSE NOW 970-215-5548 1 800-GO-UHAUL Sat. 2/4 12-2pm Thank you!

Gillett Estate Sale 1630 Raven Circle Unit #H See you in spring!

1802 N. Ridge Lane Estes Park, CO 80517 Action Potential Counseling Sat 8-2, Sun 9-2 Patio Home Style Condo.

Seeing individuals MCM Furniture, Desks, Amazing views of Rocky and couples Electronics, Lamps, Chest Mtn National Park and 970-215-4030 Freezer, Bicycles, Skis, easy access to Town. Perthejocdoc@outlook.com Books, Vintage Toys, fect Mtn Home or HOUSEHOLD Games, Beds, Patio FurShort Term Rental.

Jackson of All Trades is niture, Drapes, Glassavailable, call Susan at Contact Eric Hansen 970For Sale ware, Collectibles.

970.227.9842 342-3018 for more Info 2 Oak Bar Stools, 6 Dining CASH SALE Room Chairs, Love Seat, Commercial Follow Bright Green & Oak Serving Cart, CupOrange Signs board, Hampers, Toy Commercial Spaces Kitchen, Kids Table & for sale and lease.

Chairs. Call 970 577-063 Call Eric. Anderson Realty. 586-2950

Camilla R. Saint Attorney for Personal Representative MEYER & SAINT P. 0. Box 3338 Estes Park, CO 80517

Erika Oversteg Personal Representative P. 0. Box 604 Estes Park, CO 80517

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All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Larimer County, Colorado, on or before June 25, 2017, or the claim may be forever barred.

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970-586-3333 www.FirstColoradoRealty.com Christian Collinet Broker/Owner 970-231-8570

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The perfect year-round home or vacation getaway, this 4 bed/3 full bath home sits on just over 1 acre and has attractive upgrades throughout and lots of storage space. Vaulted living room, tiled kitchen/dining room, main level master suite plus 3 additional bedrooms. Lower level walkout features large rec room with wet bar, fireplace and patio. $469,000 1895 Cherokee Drive

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Enjoy this waterfront 3BR/3BA home in desirable Aspen Brook. Great room is perfect for gatherings, with stone FP & vaulted ceilings plus a wall of windows among the aspen and pine. Main level master suite w/ oversized shower, guest rooms up & down, lower level family/rec room & lots of storage. Spacious 23x12 deck plus lower level patio. Peaceful double-lot provides great privacy. $695,000 2331 Aspen Brook

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523 St. Vrain Lane, Estes Park, CO 80517

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3.43 acres in Hillcrest Estates Level lot & easy building site Existing well Natural gas available 360 degree mountain views $325,000 1830 Stonegate Drive

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