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Long-tailed Weasel

Local wildlife and scenic photographer Richard Hahn got a close-up photo of this cute little weasel, Mustela frenata, in Rocky Mountain National Park, Upper Beaver Meadows.

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Ceremonial Ribbon Cutting Trail Ridge Road

Recently, Grand Lake Mayor Judy Burke, Estes Park Mayor Bill Pinkham and Rocky Mountain National Park Superintendent Vaughn Baker cut a ribbon for the ceremonial opening of Trail Ridge Road - connecting the communities of Estes Park and Grand Lake. Jim White, Grand Lake Town Manager displays a centennial flag highlighting the park's 100th anniversary.

Holding the ribbon are Russ Jobman, General Manager of Trail Ridge Store and Tim Schoonover, Vice President of Retail for Xanterra Parks and Resorts. Photo courtesy RMNP

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Rooftop Rodeo Parade Seeking Entries

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Your 1A Sales Tax Allows Town To Step Up Emergency Response Capabilities

New technology for Emergency Operations Center It goes without saying that Estes Park is no stranger to natural disasters. As a community, it’s critical that we prepare for anything that might happen. We are fortunate to have well-trained emergency EPN 2014 services and response personnel in Estes The 2015 Roof Top Rodeo Parade this year has the theme of Park. We are also fortunate to have a new, "Wilderness, Wildlife, Wonder." Kicking dedicated funding source for emergency off rodeo week festivities will be the tra- response needs through Ballot Issue 1A, ditional Rooftop Rodeo Parade on Mon- approved by voters in April of 2014. day, July 6th, 2015 at 10:30 a.m., in down- (Learn more at www.estes.org/ballotistown Estes Park. Bands, horseback riders, sue1a.) These funds have already been draft hitches, floats, unique automobiles, used to greatly enhance our emergency rodeo royalty, clubs, organizations, trav- communications through the recent addition of “Estes 1470” – our local AM ineling bands, trick riders, clowns and more have added a distinctively fun time formation radio station. We’ve taken another step to invest your 1A funds in an and western flavor to Estes Park as the enhanced Emergency Operations Center colorful entourage makes its way along Elkhorn Avenue to the Stanley Park Fair- (EOC) and Joint Information Center at grounds. Previous parades have featured Town Hall.

Police Commander and Emergency entries from as far away as California.

Manager Eric Rose took the lead in the Come enjoy the day in Estes Park and task of outfitting the Town Hall conferhelp us kick off rodeo week by enjoying ence rooms with equipment that allows the Rooftop Rodeo Parade!

Parade Marshall: This year we are hon- us to transform the rooms into the EOC ored to have local climber Tommy Cald- when an emergency arises. Commander Rose worked closely with the Town’s Inwell as the Parade Marshall. Tommy, formation Technology team to research along with his wife and install current technology that allows Becca, son Fitz, and our team to carefully monitor and reparents Michael and spond to emergency events, as well as Terry have been long time residents of Estes easily share information with partners and the public. Installation was complete Park. The recent honin May. oree of the National Geographic Adventurers of the Year made history in January for their recent climb. Tommy and his partner Kevin Jorgeson completed the hardest rock climb in the world. After years of attempting the once considered impossible climb, the two climbers comTo the wonderful pleted the first free climb of the 3,000 residents of Estes foot Dawn Wall.

Park: Parade applications will be accepted unThe members of the Pinewood Springs til June 29, 2015. For more information Fire Station & Community Center Fund please contact: Parade Coordinator: Liz Committee would like to thank EVERYat (970) 461-3531 or email ONE who supported our 2015 Spring parade@rooftoprodeo.com RunOff Charity Event on Saturday, May 30.

Your participation and contributions not only allowed us to host a second successful Fun Run, but also helped us to raise significant funding for the construction of a new, and much-needed, facility for the brave volunteers of the Pinewood Springs Fire Protection District.

Thanks to your 1A sales tax funds, the rooms are now outfitted with state-ofthe-art technology that can be quickly accessed during disasters like floods and fires, or even for large special events or dignitary visits. This includes dedicated computers, a network internet feed, phone bank, and widescreen monitors to assist with planning, operations and resource allocation. While these rooms served as the EOC and Joint Information Center in the past, the set up process involved gathering older equipment with fewer capabilities and setting up the rooms, which takes critical time that could be better used helping our community.

Already this year, we’ve used the new EOC to maintain situational awareness of spring runoff and communicate with our partners at the Fire District, National Weather Service, Larimer County, Bureau of Reclamation and more. A fully equipped EOC not only helps the Town and its residents, it provides a resource for our neighbors and partner agencies as well. The Town’s EOC could be (and has been) utilized during all types of events and emergencies occurring inside and outside of Estes Park, including unincorporated Estes Valley, the Big Thompson Canyon, Glen Haven, Allenspark, and Rocky Mountain National Park. We take being stewards of taxpayer funds very seriously, and we’re proud to put your investment toward such a critical service for our community and our neighbors.

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The PSFPD provides emergency services for the Pinewood Springs Community and the estimated 2.2 million cars that pass between Lyons and Estes Park on highway US-36 each year. The station was built in 1962, and requires expansion and improvement to meet modern fire and rescue needs.

Your generosity has brought us closer to achieving this goal. And for that, we are very grateful.

We look forward to seeing you again at our 2016 event!

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epnews.com Looking Back Into Our Past Moments in Our History Today’s column could be viewed as the result of coin flips. There is nothing tying these events together. Anything they have in common may be derived from the fact that they come from American history Because it’s now June we’ll use this month as a starting point, but go back over two and a half centuries. Of course there was no United States --- and there were no united states --- back then. But, on the last day of June 1754 representatives from seven English-speaking American colonies met in Albany, New York. Most, possibly all, had been chosen by local assemblies, and the issue before them was that of forming a union of colonies. Their plan was presented, and no doubt largely composed, by Benjamin Franklin and was called the Albany Plan of Union.

It was a notable gathering as those assembled sought to distinguish and separate matters of a particular local concern from issues common to all of them. The existence of the latter justified forming a unified organization. These were still English colonies, and It was notable that the organization addressing common problems expected to have as its eventual leader an appointee of the British crown. As for each individual colony its representation in the union’s Grand Council would be based on how much the particular colony’s taxpayers contributed to the general treasury. In the end, however, the representatives from the several colonies never adopted Franklin’s plan, but, as we know, in time their colonies did come up with one of their own – the American Revolution.

--- --- --Another moment from our past --- the last day of April, the year 1789. A tall handsome man whose appearance may have helped make him popular emerged onto a balcony above New York City’s Wall Street.

He took an oath which has endured to the present day: “I do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of President of the United States and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States.” That Washington was far from comfortable on the occasion is evident from a letter he wrote before leaving his Virginia home for New York. In it he says “My movement to the chair of government will be accompanied by feelings not unlike those of a culprit who is going to the place of his execution . . . .”

--- --- --It was March 1803 and it was becoming a most uncomfortable time for mid-westerners (then, of course, known as “westerners”) who had enjoyed significant profits from shipping their produce south through New Orleans, but suddenly found those benefits severely restricted. In response President Jefferson sought to purchase New Orleans and the land to its east known as the Floridas. If France declined his offer we should try to purchase just the island of New Orleans. So determined was Jefferson to regain rights for navigation of the lower Mississippi River and the right of storage at its mouth that he let it be known that if France were not cooperative (it controlled New Orleans) we might try to reach some understanding with Great Britain, France’s enemy.

Among historians the story is pretty well known. At that time the ruler of France was

Napoleon. He was planning to invade Russia, and he was in need of money. Furthermore, yellow fever had wiped out the French military force in Santo Domingo (today’s Dominican Republic), about 35,000 of them.

Without Santo Domingo, France’s control of the vast Louisiana territory, whose limits to the north and to the west had yet to be determined, was highly questionable.

What to do?

When on 11 April 1803 the American representative in Paris asked again for how much France would sell New Orleans, the now historic answer was “What will you give for the WHOLE of Louisiana?””

(France had acquired Louisiana from Spain in 1800.) Yours Truly recalls one historian noting that the purchase of Louisiana (territory) was the greatest bargain in American history.

--- --- --It seems we have moved in this column from the mid 1700s into the 1800s, and when we get into the 1800s we find people moving west --- into areas like Ohio, and then Indiana, Illinois. and lower Michigan.

Canals became very popular and railroads made a prominent appearance. If, for example, you wanted to go from Philadelphia in eastern Pennsylvania westward to Pittsburgh you likely would have found that the straight line might take longer, and possibly cost more than taking a train and water route. How about going from New York City or Philadelphia north to Albany, then west across to Buffalo where you could use canals and boats on Lake Erie. Canals at first were highly successful, but by mid19th century railroads had superseded most of them.

The nineteenth was the century of the railroad. One of the best known was the Baltimore and Ohio. Railroads, for example, were built from New York City to Albany, from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh, from one New England community to another.

The twentieth century would, we all know, bring the automobile – the motor car – which, in turn, would bring the highway.

Our first locomotives came from England.

So did their iron rails. But even while the railroads over here would win out over the canals, the construction of both and their need for cheap labor attracted thousands of immigrants. In the 1830s and 40s nearly half of the new arrivals came from Ireland.

The preceding: Just a few moments from American history!

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Wool Market poster by Barb Cohen

The 2015 Wool Market And Fiber Affair This Weekend In Estes Park Family events don't get much better than this - hands-on activities; fuzzy, approachable animals; entertaining performances; and shopping for mom and dad. Each June, families, knitters and animal enthusiasts attend the free Estes Park Fiber Affair and Wool Market to find all of these great things and more! Those familiar with the wool and fiber industry know this event, held at the Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, as the largest fiber fest in the West.

Families can enjoy tractor rides for kids, a silent auction in the llama tent, and an expanded vendor barn!

New in 2015, The Wooly Wonder Fashion Show! On Saturday, June 13th at 6:30 p.m. at the Rocky Mountain Park Inn to help celebrate the 25th Anniversary. The show will feature unique and one of a kind items from your own Wool Market vendors and more! The event is free to attend, complimentary appetizers and a cash bar will be available.

FACE of Fiber in the Rockies The FACE of Fiber presents a unique selection of fiber artwork with their juried show June 12th-14th at the Park Village Playhouse, located on the lower level of the National Park Village, 900 Moraine Ave. Browse a variety of fiber art pieces honoring this year's theme of the 100th anniversary of Rocky Mountain National Park. Jump on the Fiber Affair Trolley and to explore the exhibits around the village, including quilting work, basket weaving, yarn artwork, and more.

Wooly, but not Mammoth Children and animal lovers enjoy getting up-close and personal with woolbearing animals of all types. From llamas and alpacas to Angora bunnies and lambs, the Wool Market animals are soft,

friendly and delightful. In addition to meeting the animals, attendees can watch animal shows, skill competitions and performances in the arena. Sheep shearing/herding and snap-shot workshops by some of the top professionals in the industry.

Learning and Loving It It is well known that kids learn the most when they are having fun and taking part in activities.

The Fiber Affair offers plenty of opportunities to get your kiddos engaged and learning new things - without them even knowing it! In the children's tent, they can try spinning and weaving, while also learning how clothes and goods get from farms to their closets.

Show, Shop and Share In addition to the fun activities, the professionals who participate in the Wool Market show and sell their incredible goods.

Showing hand-spun yarns and threads to finished hats, gloves and bags, the skilled artisans display an amazing selection of unique materials and products. Inspired by what you've seen? Start your own projects by purchasing the tools right at the market.

Expand Your Skills In addition to the two-day public Wool

Market, the event includes classes and seminars in many wool-related areas of interest during the two preceding days.

Industry leaders hold classes on weaving, spinning, dying and more. Pre-registration is required and typically closes in late May. Enjoy single day or two day workshops.

Fiber Affair Events: Friday, June 12: Noon-4:00 p.m.: Weaving Demonstrations - The Olde Church Shops, 157 W. Elkhorn 2:00-6:00 p.m.: FACE of Fiber in the Rockies Juried Show - Park Village Playhouse, 900 Moraine Ave. Saturday, June 13: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.: Wool Market: Friendly animals, animal demonstrations, spinning & weaving demonstrations, and sale featuring raw wool, yarn,

6:30 p.m.: Wooly Wonder Fashion Show - Rocky Mountain Park Inn, 101 S. St. Vrain Ave. Sunday, June 14: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.: Wool Market: Friendly animals, animal demonstra-

tions, spinning & weaving demonstrations, and sale featuring raw wool, yarn, artwork, finished wool products - Estes Park Events Complex, 1125 Rooftop Way 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.: FACE of Fiber in the Rockies Juried Show - Park Village Playhouse, 900 Moraine Ave. Noon-4:00 p.m.: Weaving Demonstrations - The Olde Church Shops, 157 W. Elkhorn Fiber Affair Exhibits: Now through June 21: Fiber X Three exhibit featuring basketry, art quilts, and weavings. Art Center of Estes Park, Stanley Village.

Now through June 18: Exhibits of the Weaver's Attic and the Estes Area Weaver's Guild; Weaving demonstrations June 11-14, Noon-4 p.m., The Olde Church Shops, 157 W. Elkhorn.

Through June 18: Exhibit of the Estes Valley Quilt Guild, US Bank, 363 E. Elkhorn. artwork, finished wool products - Estes June 1-30: "Tapestry of the Natural Park Events Complex, 1125 Rooftop Way World" display featuring five local tapes9:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.: Trail Ridge Quilters Sale Estes Park Senior Center, 220 4th St. 10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.: FACE of Fiber in the Rockies Juried Show Park Village Playhouse, 900 Moraine Ave. try artists Estes Valley Library, 335 E. Elkhorn.

Noon-4:00 p.m.: Weaving Demonstrations - The Olde Church Shops, 157 W. Photos/videos EPNEWS.com 2014 Elkhorn

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Board Member Mike Kearney, Board Member Ed Ford, Chief Nelson Renouf, Chief Scott Dorman, Board President Doug Klink, Vice President Mark Igel. Courtesy photo

Estes Valley Fire Protection District Donates Water Tender To Big Elk FD In keeping with the spirit of community the EVFPD has donated a 1,200 gallon water tender (tanker) truck to the Volunteer Fire Department of Big Elk. “Our Department and Estes have worked together on a number of fires, so having this tender in a local area would be beneficial to both departments. Since

the flood we have a lack of water as all 5 lakes disappeared with the flood� stated Treasurer Diane Briggle of VFD of Big Elk. Tender 4 served the residents of the Estes Valley for almost four decades.

EVFPD recently purchased a new 2100 gallon Tender that debuted at the Safety Fair back on May 16th.

WEEKLY REPORT 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.

May 31 At 1:06 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to assist other agency on MVA.

June 5 At 5:37 p.m. the Estes Dive Rescue was put on standby to assist Glen Haven Area Volunteer Fire Department.

At 6:08 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to assist the Estes Park Ambulance.

June 6 At 1:22 p.m. an EVFPD officer was paged to 1510 Raven Circle for an odor investigation.

At 5:20 p.m. the EVFPD was paged to 1600 Manford Ave for helicopter standby.

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Gear-Up For Bike To Work, Bike To Play Activities

Bike to Work on June 24 Estes Park’s 2015 Bike to Work, Bike to Play activities will take place June 17-30.

The centerpiece of these activities is Bike to Work Day June 24 at the Estes Park Visitor Center. Activities, prize drawings and free breakfast for anyone who cycles to the event. Estes Park joins communities across the state to encourage residents to try bicycle commuting or walking as healthy and safe alternatives to driving to work, volunteer or play! Watch for updates on Bike to Work, Bike to Play festivities at www.bikeestes.org. Check out the lineup of free activities -- there is something for all ages and abilities!

June 17: • Basic Bike Maintenance Clinic: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at the Estes Park Mountain Shop. Call 970-586-6548 for information.

No reservations necessary.

June 20: • Kid’s Fun Bicycle Ride (novice/intermediate youth): 8 a.m. at Rocky Mountain National Park. Reservations required; call 970-586-1415.

• Kids, Kids, Kids: Bike, Run, Fun! 10:30 a.m. in Bond Park. Email race-director@epmarathon.org for more information. No reservations necessary, but registration will be required at the event.

June 21: • Guided Ranger Ride along Bear Lake Road corridor (novice/intermediate adult): 8 a.m. in Rocky Mountain National

Park. Reservations required; call 970586-1415.

June 23: • Guided Ranger Ride in Moraine Park (novice/adult): 8 a.m. in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Reservations required; call 970-586-1415.

• Bike to Yoga: 5:30 p.m. by the Stanley Park playground.

Free for those who bike to the class. No reservations required; email diana@meditateinthemounatin.com June 24: • Bike to Work Day! Estes Park Visitor Center, 500 Big Thompson Avenue, from 6 to 9 a.m.

Cyclists receive free breakfast and coffee (while supplies last), giveaways, the opportunity to ride a seven-person SeptaCycle, bike registration by the Estes Park Police Auxiliary, bike check-ups by the Estes Park Mountain Shop, and a chance to win prizes including a guided rafting trip. Prize winners will be drawn from all participants after the event and contacted later. Sponsored in part by Estes Park Medical Center, Estes Valley Library, El Mex-Kal Family Mexican Restaurant, Kind Coffee, The Egg & I, Gerald Mayo/Prudential Team Realty, Estes Valley Partners for EPNEWS.com Commerce, P & L Business Consultant Charley Dickey, Peppers Mexican Grill, Meditate in the Mountains, Estes Park Cycling

Coalition, Estes Valley Recreation and Park District, Estes Park News, Estes Park Mountain Shop, Unink Printworks, Estes Park Marathon, Estes Park High

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School Mountain Bike Team, and the Town of Estes Park. All ages welcome – including anyone who’s not heading to work and walkers!

• Escape the Ordinary Challenge: Pick up certificate at Bike to Work Day (see above) and redeem at the Estes Valley Library that day between 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Call 970-586-8116 for more information.

June 30: • Costume Bike Parade: 6 p.m. riding from Estes Park Visitor Center to Performance Park for the Bike-in Movie, all ages. Riders may wear costumes and/or decorate their bikes. Call 970-577-3762 for information.

• Movie in the Mountains “The Great Outdoors” (PG) Performance Park: beer garden and food concessions begin at 6 p.m., movie begins at sundown. Free admittance and free shuttle service available after film; bike racks not included. Sponsored by Estes Valley Library, Families for Estes, Rotary, Rambo’s Longhorn Liquor, and the Town of Estes Park.

The Estes Park Cycling Coalition invites cyclists of all abilities and bikes of all tire widths to join the Saturday morning “shown-go” ride.

Meet at Kind Coffee, located at 470 E. Elkhorn Ave, at 7:00 a.m.

Route length and difficulty will vary but there’s always spectacular scenery and great company! Ride rain or sunshine!

For current info visit facebook.com/estesparkcc

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Attend The George Hix Riverside Plaza Dedication June 17 Bronze saddle sculpture unveiled Community members are invited to join Estes Park Mayor Bill Pinkham, Town Trustees and members of the Hix family for the official dedication ceremony for the George Hix Riverside Plaza June 17 at 10 a.m. Riverside Plaza is located on the Riverwalk at the confluence of the Big Thompson River and Fall River. The ceremony will include the unveiling of a new piece of public art – a bronze sculpture of a saddle by artist George Walbye.

In 2013, the family of George Hix and former Estes Park Town Administrator Gary Klaphake requested the Town consider renaming Riverside Plaza for Hix. Hix, who passed away in 2010, was a prominent businessman and community servant. He served on the Town Board for 16 years and was one of the founders of the Estes Park Urban Renewal Authority, which was responsible for the creation of Riverside Plaza following the

Lawn Lake Flood. At its July 23, 2013 meeting, the Town Board approved the request for memorial recognition.

The Hix family commissioned a piece of art for public enjoyment to mark the dedication of the park. The bronze saddle sculpture to be unveiled was created by Loveland artist George Walbye. The sculpture is modeled after Walbye’s personal saddle. In his youth, Walbye was a wrangler at Stead’s Ranch, a Dude Ranch once located in Moraine Park. This particular sculpture was commissioned due to Hix’s love of horseback riding and the artist’s close ties to Estes Park.

For more information, please contact the Town of Estes Park Public Information Office at 970-577- 3701. To receive Town news and /or meeting agendas by email, please visit www.estes.org. More Town news is available at www.facebook.com/townofestesparkco and www.twitter.com/townofestespark.

Leslie Glover of Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary’s Community Service Committee presents a $1,000 sponsorship check to Estes Park Honor Flight’s Gary Brown. Photo by Tony Bielat.

Honor Flight Receives $1,000 Sponsorship From Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary By: Steve Mitchell

Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary showed its support for local veterans with a $1,000 sponsorship of Estes Park Honor Flight.

Sunrise Rotary’s sponsorship will send a worthy veteran to Washington D.C. to visit the World War II, Korean, Vietnam, Air Force and Iwo Jima Memorials. So far, Honor Flight has sent 60 World War II, Korean and Vietnam veterans, especially those who have earned Purple Hearts, on the trip with no out of pocket expense.

The entire $1,000 cost is paid for by donations, sponsorships and a benefit performance at 3 p.m. Sunday, July 5 at the American Legion Club Post 119. Per-

former Albert Galli will bring the Greatest Generation era alive playing old time favorites on the clarinet and soprano sax.

Tickets are $10.

Since Estes Park Honor Flight was organized in the fall of 2010, it has raised more than $63,000 to fund trips to Washington D.C. All funds go to its parent organization of Northern Colorado Honor Flight, a 501c3 nonprofit organization.

For more information on how to support Honor Flight, please contact Bob Brunson at 443-3970, Gary Brown at 586-2021 or Vern Mertz at 586-9669.

Learn more about Honor Flight of Northern Colorado at http://www.honorflightnortherncolorado.org/

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MacGregor Ranch Museum And Maude’s Mercantile Now Open!

History never gets old at MacGregor Ranch. We are pleased to announce that the MacGregor Ranch Museum And Maude’s Mercantile are now open for the season. The eight room, turn of the century ranch house features the original furnishings and personal memorabilia that remains from three generations of the MacGregor family.

Docents share MacGregor history along with homesteading facts in daily museum tours. There is a self-guided tour of outbuildings which includes the original milk house, smokehouse, root cellar, blacksmith shop, horse drawn machinery and even an outhouse! All ages can enjoy the insight into early Estes Park homesteading and the ranching lifestyle.

After your tour of the Museum hop on

over to Maude’s Mercantile where you can find unique western and ranching style souvenirs.

Hours of operation are 10 a.m.– 4 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday.

For more information you can visit macgregorranch.org or call the ranch office at (970) 586-3749.

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Accidental Divorce At The Baldpate Inn!?!

Tickets for Coming Apart, presented by the Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies and the Baldpate Inn, are now on sale at the Baldpate. The readers’ theater production will be enjoyed at Key-thedral, the Baldpate Inn’s outdoor theater, on Fridays and Saturdays, June 19, 20, 26 and 27 at 7 p.m. and Sundays, June 21 and 28 at 2 p.m.

Coming Apart, a romantic comedy by Fred Carmichael, tells the story of Frances and Colin Kittridge, who have been happily married for 21 years and who, one evening, suddenly ask each other for a divorce. Although ready to move toward the dissolution of their marriage, they learn that the court requires a six month waiting period. Dur-

ing this time, the couple replay quite different versions of their early courtship and marriage, while their best friends Sylvia Mallinson and Bert Stockton work to keep them together.

Coming Apart is directed by Susan Powell Henshaw. The cast includes LoAnne and Rik Forschmiedt as Frances and Colin Kittridge with Sandra Hofmann as Sylvia Mallinson and Michael Petri as Bert Stockton.

Pat Nelson acts as assistant director and Jeff Miller is stage manager. Corey Vilar assists with stage signs.

Coming Apart is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. For tickets, call the Baldpate Inn at 970586-6151. The Baldpate Inn is at 4900 S. St. Vrain Ave. (Highway 7).

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epnews.com Knock knock.

Who’s there?

That’s all. No punch line such as “Dwayne the bathtub…” I just wanted to put the humble knock knock joke out there for consideration because there’s something youthful and goofy about it.

Knock knock jokes are the earliest form of humor many people experience. Little kids try making up their own and the jokes are often so bad, they’re good.

Believe it or not, William Shakespeare coined the jocular exchange, “Knock knock.” “Who’s there?” Yes, the greatest writer in the English language, The Bard himself, had more influence over the way we speak today than I ever imagined.

Here is a sampling of the more common phrases for which we owe credit to Willy Shakes: In a pickle Set your teeth on edge Heart of gold Faint hearted So-so Good riddance Send him packing Come what may The game is up Bated breath (not baited, but bated, as in very anxiously or excitedly) Lie low Fight fire with fire Wear your heart of your sleeve Full circle Out of the jaws of death Too much of a good thing Naked truth Break the ice What’s done is done Laughing stock Breathed his last Wild goose chase Vanish into thin air Makes your hair stand on end Heart of hearts Seen better days Dead as a doornail

Veda was born at 6:50 a.m. on May 27th, 2015 at the Estes Park Medical Center. At birth, she weighed 5.1 pounds and was 18.5 inches long. Proud parents are Shashi Kara and Purvi Tailor of New Jersey. Proud Grandparents are Rekha and Dhansukh Tailor and Ashok and Dinaz Kara.

Congratulations to the happy family!

Green-eyed monster The world is my oyster Love is blind Off with his head A sorry sight Brave new world For goodness sake.

There hasn’t been another writer as influential as William Shakespeare, who died in 1616. That was a long time ago.

This guy had some clout.

They spelled words a little differently back then, and if you use those old spellings today, our whiz-bang computer spell checker will automatically change them. Ordinary words weren’t ordinary back in Bill’s day, they were ordynarye.

Ah, spell check. It is an out-of-control animal that often does more harm than good. Sometimes it converts words without our permission and makes us feel like we are writing 17th century literature just like Shakespeare’s. My friend Joan Anderson sent a little poem regarding computer spell checkers that explains perfectly this Shakespearian experience: Eye halve a spelling chequer It came with my pea sea It plainly marques four my revue Miss steaks eye kin knot sea.

Eye strike a key and type a word And weight four it two say Weather eye am wrong oar write It shows me strait a weigh.

As soon as a mist ache is maid It nose bee fore two long And eye can put the error rite Its rare lea ever wrong.

Eye have run this poem threw it I am shore your pleased two no Its letter perfect awl the weigh My chequer tolled me sew.

I’ve concluded that William Shakespeare could write an acceptable play but his spelling wasn’t worth a dam.

You may let The Thunker know what you think at her e-mail address, donoholdt@gmail.com. © 2015 Sarah Donohoe

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Big Band Bash This Weekend At Performance Park

Big Band Bash 2015 is better than ever!

This weekend’s event will feature two days of big band and jazz from some of the best bands in Colorado and beyond.

There will be a cash bar available, and the EPHS band students will be selling popcorn and water. All proceeds from the event go directly to the EPHS instrumental music program!

Big Band Bash is a free concert thanks to the Town of Estes Park's continued support. We would also like to thank our

generous sponsors: Best Western Plus Silver Saddle, the Bank of Estes Park, Comfort Inn, Colorado Homestead, Flash Electric, the Fine Arts Guild, Eagle Rock School, the Rotary Club and KUVO Jazz Radio 89.3 FM. Big Band Bash would also like to thank the musicians, whose talent, support and generosity make this event possible. For some gas money and a BBQ, they are performing to help increase funding for the Estes Park High School instrumental music program. We couldn't do it without your support and appreciate you very much!

BigBandBash 2015 Lineup: Saturday, June 13 12:45 Mile High Wind Machine 2:00 Big Range Front Band 3:15 Blue 88's 4:30 Kream of the Krop 5:45 Don Elwood Orchestra 7:00 Temple Jazz Orchestra with special guest saxophonist Ed Calle Sunday, June 14 12:45 Estes Park Jazz Big Band 2:00 Flatirons Jazz Orchestra 3:15 Colorado Jazz Workshop 4:30 Just for Kicks 5:45 John Mills Orchestra with special guest vocalist Heidi Schmidt 7:00 Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra with special guest vocalist Becky Martin

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“Textiles From Around The World” Free Presentation At The Art Center

June seems to have become “fiber month” in Estes Park, highlighted by the annual Wool Market, Fiber Affair and the FACE show at the Park Theater. The Art Center of Estes Park’s current show features the fiber art of Chris Switzer, Pauline Bustamante and Linda Lugenbill, three vibrant Colorado artists. In support of the Art Center’s educational mission, Chris Switzer will be giving a free presentation “Textiles from Around the World” at the Art Center Saturday, June 20 at 6:45 p.m. With reference to a map of the world and various textile samples, Chris will take us to continents and countries with rich textile traditions. Textile topics to be discussed include techniques, looms, color, patterns, identity and cultures. Chris is encouraging attendees to bring and share one or two textiles from their own collections for an interactive opportunity of show and tell. Please plan on joining us for this interesting and informative gathering which is free and open to the public.

The Art Center of Estes Park is a nonprofit 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 the artist and contribute to the Art Center’s education and community outreach. The Art Center is located at 517 Big Thompson Avenue, in Middle Stanley Village, below Safeway and above Subway. For a complete list and/or more information on upcoming art exhibitions, free presentations, 2015 classes, information on educational programs and other opportunities offered at the Art Center, please visit our website at www.artcenterofestes.com, or call the Art Center at 970-586-5882.

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Jayne Zmijewski’s dog, Kodi is a member of the Larimer County Search and Rescue team.

He is 17 months old and just last week achieved his Air Scent Certification from Search and Rescue dogs of the United States (SARDUS).

Airscent certification means Kodi is now capable of searching large areas in wilderness terrain searching for multiple victims, and that he can also search smaller areas at night, approximately 40 acres (or equivalent.)

A SAR dog like Kodi is very specially trained, a dog's nose can do what no other resource can: • Find a child lost in the wilderness or missing from their Kodi with Jaynie homes.

• Follow a patient with Alzheimer's missing from a nursing home.

• Locate a skier buried in an avalanche.

• Assist law enforcement with crime

SAR Dog Kodi Achieves Air Scent Certification scenes.

• Find live people trapped in collapsed buildings.

• Locate drowning victims.

Kodi started his training at just eight weeks old and is probably the youngest on the LCSAR team to achieve this certification. Training consists of several field exercises per week plus AKC obedience and ends in final tests and one night exercise and one longer day search.

Kodi is now working on human remains/water body recovery and evidence certifications.

This is one talented dog!

Jayne would like to thank the many individuals in the valley who have assisted as “lost subjects” for Kodi during his months of extensive training.

Congratulations Jaynie and Kodi!

Estes Park Schools Collaborate On Professional Learning Community Work The Professional Development Center at Eagle Rock will be supporting the Estes Park School District to successfully implement district initiatives using Professional Learning Communities. On June 10-12, 2015, two members of Eagle Rock's team joined Estes Park administrators and teachers for the three-day Las Vegas Professional Learning Communities at Work™ Institute, creating a shared experience on which to build their partnership.

About Eagle Rock-Eagle Rock, a nonprofit subsidiary of the American Honda Motor Company, is both a school for high school age students and a professional development center for adults, particularly educators. The school is a

year-round, residential, and full-scholarship school that enrolls young people ages 15-17 from around the United States in an innovative learning program with national recognition.

The Professional Development Center works with educators from around the country who wish to study how to re-engage, retain and graduate students. The center provides consulting services at school sites and host educators who study and learn from Eagle Rock practices.

For more information please visit www.eaglerockschool.org and check us out on Twitter @eaglerockschool and on Facebook at facebook.com/EagleRockSchool.

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FACE Of Fiber In The Rockies Exhibit This Weekend FACE of Fiber in the Rockies exhibit at the Park Village Playhouse features fiber creations from fiber artists all over Colorado. The show will include a special themed exhibit on the 100th anniversary of Rocky Mountain National Park.

Weavers, spinners, quilters, knitters, basket makers and many more will display their talents in the 3rd annual celebration of fiber arts on June 12, 13, 14, 2015.

Estes Park Fiber Affair encompasses our town's fiber celebration, which now includes the Wool Market, nine other sites displaying fiber, and the FACE of Fiber in the Rockies exhibit. Fiber exhibits can be enjoyed at the Art Center, US Bank featuring the Estes Valley Quilt Guild, The Old Church Shops featuring the Weavers Attic and work from the Estes Valley Weavers Guild, and the Estes Valley Library's new fiber display â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tapestry of the Natural Worldâ&#x20AC;? by five local tapestry artists.

An additional exhibit in the lobby of the new Special Events Convention Center displays work by the FACE of Fiber committee. Don't miss the Trail Ridge Quilters sale at the Senior Center on June 13 from 9-3. Proceeds benefit the Estes Park Medical Center. To satisfy your fiber needs, stop by these Estes fiber shops-The Stitchin' Den, Cottage Bliss and Neota Designs.

The Estes Park Fiber Affair Trolley will run Saturday and Sunday from the Wool Market at the Fairgrounds, stopping at the different fiber sites around town, and ending at FACE of Fiber in the Rockies at the Park Village Playhouse.

Have a Fiber Affair and join us for Fiber

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News From The American Legion Post 119 The Mountain Town Rockers including Toby Tobias will be at the Legion this Saturday night, June 13th from 7-11. This event is open to the public and free. Taco Bar will be available for dinner starting at 5:30 for $5.00.

A Flag Day ceremony will be held at the Legion on June 14th at 5 p.m. This ceremony is a great opportunity to teach your children the proper way to hold, fold and honor our American Flag.

BINGO at the Legion has begun and will continue every Tuesday and Thursday through the summer months. Packets are $10.00 each, Blackouts $1.00. Play the pull-tabs for big money! This event is open to the public and fun for the whole family.

A reminder that the American Legion serves lunch every Wednesday and dinners every Friday night. For more information, call 586-6118.

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fresh and delicious. For your meal, in addition to six Grumpy’s Mexican originals, like the Grumpy’s burrito, enchilada dinner and combo meals, they’ve added street tacos that can be made with you’ll love their freshly pregrilled chicken, roasted pork, shrimp, pared food, roadhouse style! chorizo, ground beef or fish, and all are Whether you're visiting served with rice and beans. Just a samEstes Park on vacation, or a pling of other new tempting menu items long-time local, Grumpy include knife and fork chicken, slow Gringo Estes Roadhouse is roasted prime rib dip, Colorado cheesessure to please. With an extenteak, and a Route 66 burger.

Salad lovers sive menu, including a great can choose a taco salad, wedge salad, a kid's menu, there's something roadhouse Cobb or garden salad. for everyone in your party.

The Estes Roadhouse home- To whet your whistle, Grumpy Gringo, Estes Roadhouse has some great new made food is prepared daily drinks including a muddled mint mojito, from fresh ingredients using hurricane punch, papa coladas and a old world traditional recipes. large selection of No trans-fats or preservatives tequilas to choose are used in the preparation of from. They’ve also their food. You can start out added craft beers to your meal with a frito pie, the drink menu. The sriracha chicken wontons, bar inside of Grumpy roasted pork nachos or lipGringo Estes Roadsmackin’ cracklins to name house is very inviting. just a few of their new Sit at the bar and starters. Their new tomato watch your favorite salsa you can order with a sporting event or pull basket of chips is smokey,

Come Out And Try The All New Grumpy Gringo Estes Roadhouse

Monte and Carole House have owned and operated the Grumpy Gringo here in Estes Park since 1995.

In the last few months, they’ve remodeled the interior of the restaurant, updated the menu and updated the name of their restaurant to Grumpy Gringo Estes Roadhouse. If you haven’t been here for awhile, you’re in for some nice surprises!

The exterior of the restaurant is still the Spanish adobe-style with a warm and inviting entrance, a large dining area, banquet room, bar and patio overlooking the lake with spectacular views of Longs Peak. At Grumpy Gringo, Monte and Carole always offered a classic Mexican menu with regular, special and flavored margaritas.

Carole said, “After 19 years of serving Mexican food, we decided a change was called for. We felt a new menu featuring fresh, popular items served in a “roadhouse” style and decor would appeal to our customers, new and old.”

The first thing you’ll notice upon entering is the dining room which is now open, light and airy with new wall decor. The menu is all new as well and

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up a chair at one of the tables and have a cocktail while you enjoy the ambiance during Happy Hour every day from 3-6 p.m.

Monte said, “Come on down and see us! We’re all new, our menu has a very nice selection of items with many different tastes. It is prepared fresh daily and our staff is committed to outstanding service!” Carole said, “We've been serving up the great food for years here in Estes Park. We hope you make the Estes Roadhouse a family tradition.”

Grumpy Gringos Estes Roadhouse is open seven days a week from 11-8 and they are located at 1560 Big Thompson Ave.

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EVRPD Declares Intention To Participate In Nov. Election To Fund Rec. Center & Temporarily Postpone Capital Campaign On June 3, 2015, the Estes Valley Recreation and Park District (Recreation District) Board of Directors unanimously decided two key issues: 1. The Recreation District Board adopted a resolution of intent to participate in the November 3, 2015 election for the purpose of funding our Estes Valley Community Recreation Center (Community Center) through a mill levy (property tax).

2. The Recreation District Board decided to temporarily postpone the capital campaign for our Community Center until after the November 3, 2015 election results are certified and the status of public support for the project is clear.

The Recreation District has heard from many citizens and Community Center project partners that they strongly support immediate action to make our Community Center a reality. The project partners include the Town of Estes Park, Estes Valley Public Library District, Estes Park School District R-3, Estes Park Medical Center, and CrossFit Estes Park.

With citizen and partner interest in our Community Center at an all-time high, the District has decided to pursue funding our Community Center through a mill levy (property tax).

The preliminary result of a survey of other successful Colorado Community Centers has found that the vast majority were created through local tax initiatives.

By law, the only taxing method available to the Estes Valley Recreation and Park District is through mill levy (property tax) increases approved through an election by District residents, property owners, and taxpayers.

Immediately after the 2013 flood, preliminary conversations with grant funding agencies resulted in optimism that

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Although in April, 2014 the Town of Estes Park voters approved a 1% sales tax increase that is expected to generate about $5 million over ten years for our Community Center, this alone will not be sufficient, as our feasibility study for the Community Center informed us that the anticipated cost will be about $25 million.

The $5 million, four year capital campaign has been postponed because it only makes sense to pursue the capital campaign if our community decides to fund our Community Center. As soon as the November 2015 election results are certified, the District will resume focused capital campaign fundraising efforts.

If we as a community support the Community Center in the election, the money raised in the capital campaign will be used to fund a Community Center Foundation. This Foundation will support major Community Center projects, significant capital renovation, equipment repair and replacement, and perhaps some operations support. The Foundation will be the basis of a sustainable financial future for our Community Center.

Until the resumption of the capital campaign, the Estes Valley Community Recreation Center Project Fund, established and managed by the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado, remains active and able to accept donations for our Community Center.

In July or August, 2015 the EVRPD Board of Directors will adopt a formal election resolution outlining specific election plans and ballot language, and will enter into official intergovernmental agreements with Boulder and Larimer counties for the November coordinated election.

The exciting news is that we are moving forward with the EVCRC project!

Our Estes Valley Community Recreation Center is a project of the Estes Valley Recreation and Park District. Our multi-generational community facility will create needed spaces in the community for childcare and youth sports, yearround active recreation, improved and expanded senior services, cutting-edge fitness and wellness services, a library presence that will adopt some of the best trends in digital libraries from around the world, social space for teens, aquatics, an indoor community garden, indoor walking/running track, and a variety of meeting and performing arts spaces for the community. Please visit www.evrpd.com to learn more about the project.

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Long Term Recovery Office Extending Hours The Long Term Recovery Office will be extending their hours to better accommodate the needs of flood and fire survivors. In the month of June the office hours will be: Mondays 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. - 7 p.m., Tuesday - Friday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. -12 p.m.

Feel free to stop by the office for current resources, interests in volunteering, or other flood-related needs. The phone number is 970-586-5051. The Loveland Long Term Recovery Office is open from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and their phone number is 970-461-2222.

Wildlife Responder Available To Help

Knowledge, experience, skills to assist and educate individuals with and about wildlife encounters/situations. Specialty is elk, deer, bears, mountain lions. Part of Rocky Mtn. Cat Conservancy Research. If you see a kill site, call asap, or if you want more information or help with a wildlife situation, call Jayne the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bear Ladyâ&#x20AC;? at 970-586-9427, or 970 685-8756

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EPMC Staff Members Complete Credentialing To Offer CU Wellness Assesment Estes Park Medical Center care providers recently completed their training and credentialing with staff from the University of Colorado Anschutz Health and Wellness Center to administer CU’s proprietary Wellness Assessment. Wellness Assessment appointments can now be scheduled by calling 970-586-2200.

The Wellness Assessment Report provides a multi-dimensional map of well-

ness, showing where you are now, what you can do to make improvements and how you can meet your wellness goals.

Based on a physical and fitness assessment, a few drops of blood, and a health and lifestyle questionnaire, you’ll receive an evaluation of your physical fitness, diet and nutrition, metabolic fitness, sleep, stress and quality of life. The newly credentialed EPMC staff will explain

empowerment to make proactive changes.

the few drops of blood needed to determine overall cholesterol levels and an average for glucose levels over the last month.

your results and how those results can translate into your personalized wellness action plan.

“I was impressed by the amount of work which has gone into making this an efficient and effective tool, and I am pleased with the EPMC team’s enthusiasm and commitment to helping individuals achieve a better state of health and wellbeing,” said Frank D. Dumont, MD, FACP, internal medicine physician at the Estes Park Medical Center.

As part of their training, staff members on the team went through each step of the Wellness Assessment and discussed their results.

“The training I received was very informative. I had a great time learning and going through the process,” said G Garcia-Ortiz, a transformational wellness coach at the Estes Park Medical Center.

“I can’t wait to work with clients on how they can use their results to achieve their wellness goals.”

The Wellness Assessment is one of the tools being licensed from the University of Colorado Anschutz Health and Wellness Center that support and compleDr. Frank D. Dumont and the EPMC staff who will administer Wellness Assessments ment the whole-person and lifestyle aplearned about the reporting software and discussed how they will walk through results proach envisioned for the Estes Park with clients.

Wellness Center, where guests will enjoy a personalized program based on their health goals, cutting-edge medical assessments and techniques proven effective through scientific research. When completed, the Wellness Center will offer four, seven and fourteen-day health The health and lifestyle questionnaire covers and lifestyle habits that effect wellness, as well as transformation Without any requirement for fasting, a quick finger prick provides retreats. personal satisfaction and feelings of

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Team member, Mary Kelly, has her pulse monitored to see how quickly her heartrate recovers after exercise.

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After the Assessment is complete, time is spent with each client reviewing their 14-page Wellness Report, discussing action items, goals, and resources.

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ESTES PARK HAPPENINGS

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

Monday – June 15 Chicken fried steak, Mashed potatoes and gravy, Mixed vegetables, Cookie Tuesday – June 16 Chicken parmesan, Penne pasta, Fresh green garden salad, Garlic bread, Cake Wednesday – June 17 Sloppy Jo sandwich, Potato salad, Fresh orange slices, Brownie Thursday – June 18 Baked chicken, Red potatoes, Green beans, Pie Friday – June 19 Father’s Day luncheon! Ribs, Baked beans, Salad, Best Ever Chocolate Cake!

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EVENTS June 13 & 14: Estes Park Fiber Affair – Wool Market. Estes Park Events Complex June 13 & 14: Big Band Bash. Performance Park.

June 13: Elkhorn Dash. Elkhorn Lodge. 7 am June 18 – 21: Rocky Mountain Irish Festival.

Estes Park Events Complex June 18: Estes Valley Farmers Market. Bond Park. 8am – 1pm Weekly on Tues: Free 5K Group Run. Starts at the Stanley Hotel. 6 pm Weekly on Tues & Thurs: BINGO at the American Legion. American Legion Post 119

MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT June 12, 19: Open Mic Night with the Mountain Town Rockers. Elk Meadow Lodge 6:30 pm June 12 & 13: The Oratorio Society of Estes Park RMNP Centennial Celebration Concert.

Estes Park High School Auditorium. 7 pm June 12: Hog MaGundy Band. Rock Inn. 9 pm June 13: Live Music. Kind Coffee. 5 pm June 13: The Osburns. Elk Meadow Lodge.

6:30 pm June 13: Jay Scott. Rock Inn. 7 pm June 13: The Mountain Town Rockers w/ Toby Tobias & Kim Smith. American Legion. 7 pm June 14: Sean Flynn. Rock Inn. 11 am June 14: Junior Music Camp Faculty Concert.

Rocky Ridge concert Hall. 3 pm June 14: Neal Whitlock. Rock Inn. 5 pm June 16: Jon Pickett & Friends. Ed’s Cantina.

7 pm June 16: Summerfest 2015 – Jeff Van Devender. YMCA of the Rockies. 7:30 pm June 17: Matthew Gernsey, The Kilted Man. Mary’s Lake Lodge. 6 pm June 17: Acoustic Ambiance. Performance Park. 7 pm June 18: Ladies Night with the Mountain Town Rockers. Estes Park Resort. 6 pm June 18: Just Jill – Just Doing the Good Stuff.

Rock Inn. 6 pm June 18: Longmont Concert Band. Performance Park. 7 pm June 18: Colm Keegan & Laura Durrant.

Estes Park Events Complex. 7 pm June 18: Summerfest 2015 – Richard Geppinger. YMCA of the Rockies. 7:30 pm June 19: Branden Sipes. Barlow Plaza. 5:30 pm June 19: William and the Romantics – Jazz in June Series. Performance Park. 7 pm June 19: Rocky Mountain Irish Fest Friday Night Concert. Estes Park Events Complex.

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June 19: August – Boulder Band. Rock Inn. 8:30 pm June 19: Special Guest Host Bard Griffin for DJ-Karaoke Night. Lonigans. 9 pm Weekly , Tues: Open Bluegrass Jam. Rock Inn. 6 pm Weekly, Sun, Mon & Tues. Cowboy Sing Along with Brad Fitch. Bond Park. 7 pm.

Weekly, Tues & Wed: James Davis. Spanish and Classical Guitar. Twin Owls Steakhouse.

6 pm Weekly, Wed: Open Mic. Lonigans. 9 pm Weekly, Fri & Sat: Ray Young. Jazz Piano.

Nicky’s Steakhouse. 5 pm Weekly, Wed, Thurs, Fri 7 Sat: Garry Valero.

Jazz Piano. Nicky’s steakhouse. 7 pm Wed & Thurs, 8 pm Fri & Sat Weekly, Fri & Sat: Karaoke. Lonigans. 9 pm

THEATRE June 19: “Coming Apart.” The Baldpate KeyThedral Theater. 6:30 pm

SEMINARS, CLASSES & LECTURES June 13: Mission 66: 20th Century Legacy & Heritage in Our National Parks. Estes Park Museum. 3 pm June 13: Smokey eye Event: Fun with Makeup! Riverspoint Spa. 4 pm June 15: Megafauna of RMNP. YMCA of the Rockies. 5:30 pm June 16: Author Scott Graham Reads from his National Park Mystery. Inkwell & Brew.

5:30 pm June 17: Basic Bike Maintenance Clinic.

Estes Park Mountain Shop. 5:30 pm Weekly on Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat: Sip & Paint. Learn to paint while enjoying drinks. Murphy’s Resort. Mon & Wed at 6 pm. Fri & Sat at 7 pm Weekly on Wednesday: Bugs & Brews. Tie flies, fishing talk and tasty brews Rock Inn. 6 pm

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Celebrate 100 years of Rocky Mountain National Park by visiting the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center to learn more about wildlife, the junior ranger program, recreational opportunities and more! Ranger-led programs on weekends. Details call: 970-586-1206

June 13: Rocky Mountain National Park Student Art Celebration Reception. Fall River Visitor Center. 1 pm June 17: Centennial Artist in Residence Program Presents: Through an Artist's Eyes.

Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. 7:30 pm June 19: Sisters of Courage: Pioneer Presentation. Beaver Meadows Visitor Center.

Rocky Mountain Conservancy. Nature seminars for everyone in the family. Fees apply.

For details, locations and registration call 970586-3262.

June 12: Unexpected Beauty: The Orchids of RMNP. 8:30 am June 12: Sunset Safari: An Educational Adventure by Bus. Fall River Visitor Center 6 pm June 13 & 14: Pen & Ink Sketches with Watercolor: A Travel Sketchbook. Rocky Mountain Conservancy – Field Institute. 9 am June 13: Rocky Mountain Molecules: Chemical Storylines of Wonder. Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. 7 pm June 14: Day –tripping Photography: A Day in the Field Photographing Wildlife. 6 am June 16: Hollowell Park Nature Hunt: A Virtual Geocache Adventure. Hollowell Park. 9:30 am June 17: Art Adventures. Lily Lake. 9 am June 18: Making Memories: Kids’ Photojournaling in RMNP. Mariane Park Discovery Center. 9 am June 18: Campfire Ghost Stories: Living History Tales of the West. Moraine Park Discovery Center Amphitheater. 7:30 pm June 19: Birds without Borders: Migratory Birds between RMNP & Costa Rica. 7 am June 19: Kids’ Fly-fishing & Stream Ecology.

9 am June 19: This is for the Birds: When, Where & How to Photograph Wild Birds. 5:30 pm

EXHIBITS June 12 – 14: Face the Fiber in the Rockies.

Park Village Playhouse.

18th Summer Art Walk. Cultural Arts Council.

Through September 7.

Celebrating Rocky – Invitational Show and Sale. Cultural Arts Center. Through July 26 Fiber X Three. Art Center of Estes Park.

Continues through June 21 Climb On! History of Rock Climbing in Estes Park & Rocky Mountain National Park. Estes Park Museum. Continues through Oct. 4

United Methodist Church 1509 Fish Hatchery Road (970) 586-4153 www.estesparkumc.org

Sunday Morning Schedule 9:30 am Early Bird Coffee 9:45 am Worship 10:45 am Fellowship Time in Anderson Hall

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LEARN TO ‘SOFTEN’ IT I was standing in a hall at EPMC waiting for a meeting to begin when one of the others waiting said, “I liked your article, Bob”. Anther woman standing next to us heard her and said, “Do you write, Bob? What do you write about?” While I was trying to think of an appropriate answer the woman who had made the initial comment answered it for me. “Life!”, she said, “He writes about life!”. I nodded my thanks and hoped that others felt that way about the weekly article in EPNews since that is certainly my desire.

And the subject that I introduced last week that resulted in positive comments is certainly a vital part of life. Communication is vital to relationships and listening is vital to communication. So have you been trying to become a better listener to your ‘significant others’ and those with whom you interact regularly? Perhaps you read the article on MSN this week entitled: “Seven simple skills that will make you more likable!” Of the ‘seven skills’ listed with the exception of: ‘Calling people by name’; ‘Smiling’; ‘Giving a firm handshake’, all the rest had to do with ‘listening skills’. So you can see how crucial this ‘skill’ is. The problem is, as I mentioned last week, we don’t usually have a course on this. So, in this article I want to give you a ‘basic course’ on listening so that you can begin to develop this skill, if you choose to do so. And that is the crucial test. We can learn ‘how’ to listen, but unless we really want to do so, it will do us little good. But, if you should choose to ‘accept it’ (in the words of ‘Mission Impossible’) here are some things that will make a definite difference in your listening skill and effectiveness.

Just a reminder of the importance of being good listeners, let me quote Steven Stroud, a Victim’s Advocate from Boulder County. He said, “The one thing I keep hearing people (survivors) say is that they want to have an ear—someone who will listen to what they have to say, without being criticized for what they feel; without that these people have an open-ended problem that beats them up on a regular basis.” So, let’s determine to be a part of the solution to people around us, who need us…and our listening ear.

What you need say over and over is the word: ‘SOFTEN’. If you can remember this word, you will be able to think of and apply the ‘steps’ it shares with us.

One ‘key’ to listening is the word: ‘SQUARELY’. This means that when someone begins to talk, do not turn sideways…face them squarely’. We have phrases that show the inappropriateness of turning away. “Turn a deaf ear.” “Give them a cold shoulder.”

A second thing to remember is to face them ‘OPENLY’. If you cross your arms when someone is talking to you, the implication is “I’m not listening to you!” Consider the baseball umpire being confronted by an angry manager or player. Soon: arms cross. So face people ‘squarely’ with arms by your side or on the table. They will share.

A third word to remember: ‘FORWARD’. Did you ever hear about a speaker who had his audience ‘on the edge of their seats’? Leaning forward means ‘I’m interested!’

The next word is ‘TOUCH’. In most conversations a hand on the hand of a sad or hurting person, will encourage them to continue to share what they are struggling with. In our society this must be done only with pure motives and when seen as appropriate.

Next, remember to always use ‘EYE CONTACT’. If you are gazing around the room or looking away from the person, you have lost his trust and his interest in sharing.

Finally, ‘NOD’ is an important thing to do. This encourages the person to keep on sharing their thoughts or concerns, which will be tremendously helpful to them and you.

So, there you have it. “Listening 101’. When you see me why not say: ‘SOFTEN’ to remind both of us of the need to practice each when interacting with others. (Bob)

Giving Is Easy! Find Out How At Estes Valley Legacy Program Have you ever wished you could provide a monetary gift to a favorite project or charitable organization but thought you didn’t have enough money? That’s the topic of a free seminar presented by Marsha Yelick, Estes Valley Legacy’s Independent Financial Consultant. In one short hour, you will learn about many of the easily implemented methods of planned giving (no professional assistance required) and even the more complex, tax-advantage strategies that might have an appeal for your situation Estes Park Senior Citizens Center, Inc., a 501c3 corporation, is hosting a free seminar called, “Everyone Can Give: Find out how!” at the Estes Park Senior Center, 220 Fourth Street, on Tuesday, June 16th at 1:00 p.m. The seminar is sponsored by the newly formed Estes Valley Legacy: A Planned Giving Collaborative and will be conducted by Marsha Yelick, Independent Financial Counselor for the program. No sign up is needed; just drop in. Learn more about Estes Valley Legacy at www.epnonprofit.org/evl/.

Marsha will discuss how easy it might be to make a significant difference to organizations or projects in Estes Park.

Marsha stated, “Why is this an important seminar? Two reasons. It’s important for learning – answering your personal questions of what you might do with your assets when you no longer need them. It’s also important for the fu-

ture of many nonprofits that provide important services right here in Estes Park.

Most of us don’t consider ourselves to be rich. We volunteer our time, skills, and talents to the organizations we consider important, but we never get around to planning for any substantial financial gift. After all, who knows whether we might need every penny to support ourselves into our “really-old” age?” Marsha continues, “That’s why this seminar is so important. Many methods have been developed to allow people to pass extra wealth to nonprofits – either during life or after the money is no longer needed.

Even relatively small planned gifts can make a huge difference to a receiving charitable organization, clearly proclaiming to the world the value of the organization’s mission.”

According to Marsha, research has proven that giving to others is one of the most enjoyable activities available. The positive glow from charitable giving lasts the longest and is the most profound. Just thinking of all the possibilities will raise your spirit and reaffirm the value of your part in this world.

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.

CSU Extention To Facilitate Estes Park Master Gardener Panel The Town of Estes Park’s Senior Services Division and the Estes Valley Community Garden Inc. invite the community to a free program in June. The program, Estes Park Master Gardeners Panel, will be presented on Tuesday, June 23 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the Estes Park Museum meeting room, 200 Fourth Street. No advance registration is needed.

Bring your gardening questions for this CSU Extension panel of experts.

Estes Park Master Gardeners Peggy Burch, Skip von Kaenel and George Hockman will be available to

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help with your simplest or toughest gardening problems. The panel will be facilitated by CSU Extension Horticulture Agent Alison O’Connor, PhD., and Turf Specialist and Master Gardener, Tony Koski, PhD. For more information, please contact the Estes Park Senior Center at (970) 5862996 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 Services news in your e-mail inbox, please e-mail lmitchell@estes.org.

Father’s Day Luncheon At Fourth Street Cafe The Senior Center’s annual Father’s Day luncheon will be held Friday, June 19 at noon at the Senior Center’s Fourth Street Café, 220 Fourth Street. Reservations are required by 4:00 p.m., Thursday, June 18 by calling the Senior Center.

The menu is BBQ ribs, baked beans, salad, the Best Ever Chocolate Cake, and punch. Members of the Estes Park Quota Club will provide table service.

The cost is $5 for current members of Estes Park Senior Citizens Center, Inc. or $7 for non-members.

All the men in attendance will receive a

small gift compliments of the Town of Estes Park Senior Services Division and Estes Park Senior Citizens Center, Inc. Call a friend, neighbor or meet new people – it’s a great social event and everyone is encouraged to attend.

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.

Frank Gunter and Virgil Holtgrewe are ready for the Father’s Day luncheon.

Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting Tuesday, June 16 The next meeting of the Parkinson’s Disease Support Group will be held Tuesday, June 16. (Monthly meetings are always held on the third Tuesday of the month).

The meeting time is from 2-3:30 p.m.

All affected by this progressive neuro-

logical disease are welcome to attend to bring their own experiences, strength and hope and come together for the good of the group.

Questions, comments? Call Linda Hanak at 586-9633.

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Timberline Medical Always Improving Patient Health Care In a rapidly changing health care environment, Timberline Medical continues to make progress toward their three main goals: improving patient satisfaction, increasing quality, and decreasing costs. In pursuit of these goals, Timberline achieved national level certification as a “Patient Centered Medical Home” (medical hub) in 2012 and they recertified in 2015. Since late 2012, Timberline Medical has also been participating in the Comprehensive Primary Care (CPC) Initiative, a national public- private pilot project with these same three goals. Initial data from the first two years of this project are showing some encouraging results, with better patient satisfaction and higher quality of care at less cost.

Patient Satisfaction Timberline’s staff has always tried to satisfy patients by providing convenient personalized service by providing sameday and walk-in appointments. In recent years, they have improved patients’ access to care by also encouraging secure email communication with the staff using our electronic medical record, Epic.

In 2013 57% of patients who emailed their Timberline provider stated that they always received an answer to their medical question soon enough. In 2014, this statistic improved to 97%. Patient satisfaction has also improved in the following ways…

Quality Improvement The electronic medical record (EMR) has also helped Timberline to improve the quality of care that it provides to its patient population. The EMR allow the clinic staff to manage health issues for

Innovative Methods Many of the gains are attributable to a few key innovations. One key has been to provide more intensive care managethe entire patient population or a segment to the highest risk patients. A year ment of that population. For example, on ago Timberline hired a full-time nurse a monthly basis they track the percentcare manager, Katie Plassmeyer, NP-C, age of their diabetic patients who are at to assist and educate patients with goal for cholesterol and glucose levels. chronic conditions or other health risk They also monitor the percentage of pa- factors. She also helps them navigate the tients who are up-to-date on mammocomplex healthcare system more effecgrams and colonoscopies. All these per- tively and efficiently. The care manager centages have been improving over the is able to spend extra time with patients past year. The also monitor many other who need more time than can be allotted health indicators on a less frequent basis. within a normal office visit. She also Cost Containment teaches the Living Well with Chronic Fortunately, improving primary care Conditions and Living Well with Diaquality and access results in lower costs betes classes at the Estes Valley library, a for both the patients and their insurance program formulated by researchers at companies. The average per-capita the University of Stanford that focuses monthly cost to Medicare for Timberon learning ways and empowering parline’s Medicare population is currently ticipants to better self-manage chronic $646, which is down from $708 the year health conditions. prior. This includes everything that Another key innovation has been using Medicare spends for these patients. Only the EMR to coordinate the health main5% of this total monthly cost of health tenance needs of the entire patient popucare goes toward primary care (to Timlation. The EMR makes it easier to idenberline). Specialty care accounts for 12% tify and remind patients who are of this expenditure. Most of the cost overdue for preventive health testing. A (71%) goes toward hospital related inpa- third key improvement has been increastient and outpatient services. Effective ing patient engagement. This occurs primary care reduces the total cost by during the office visit, with providers keeping patients healthier so they do not and staff including the patient more in need to use the hospital and specialty their health care decisions and as enservices as much. couraging them to take a more active This cost savings it the prime motivarole in improving their life styles. In adtion why seven commercial insurance dition, Timberline’s quality improvement plans and Medicare/Medicaid are collab- team meets monthly with a panel of our orating through the Comprehensive Pri- patients to get their input on a variety of mary Care (CPC) Initiative. They plan to issues. apply lessons learned from the CPC IniOther Initial Impacts tiative to improve the US health care sysAll of this may seem complicated, but it tem as the CPC program draws to a all boils down to keeping Timberline’s close over the next two years.

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patient population happy, healthy and functional at home. When this is accomplished, generally the total cost of health care also improves. So far their patients are happier. According to clinic surveys, the percentage of Timberline’s patients who ranked their overall emotional health as either very good or excellent improved from 65% in 2013 to 71% in 2014. They are also healthier, requiring fewer hospitalizations, especially for conditions that can be improved by primary health care.

The hospitalization rate for any cause for Timberline’s patients has also decreased since starting the CPC Initiative.

The groundwork for these improvements started in 2009-2012, as Timberline prepared to qualify as a “PatientCentered Medical Home.” This is a national certification through the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), which involves transforming primary care practices to accomplish the “Triple Aim” of improving quality and patient satisfaction while decreasing costs. Timberline certified at the highest level both in 2012 and 2015, and remains the only certified Patient-Centered Medical Home in Estes Park. They plan to continue to transform their clinic into what patients want it to be. One of the next steps involves helping patients to more seamlessly and appropriately utilize other resources within the broader “medical neighborhood.” They continue to interact regularly with EPMC. Also, as part of the UC Health network, they now easily communicate and coordinate with many specialists and hospitals through UC Health’s common EMR (Epic). Many of the specialists that come to the EPMC Specialty Clinic use Epic.

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Rocky Mountain Irish Festival Seeks Volunteers And Local Participation John Schreck, the creator and festival to discover what it is all director of the first annual about. Be sure to ask for the Rocky Mountain Irish Festival is Thursday locals special. looking for volunteers for the For those festival goers with event which will take place June children, there will be a special 18-21. Volunteers who work the supervised children’s area with festival during the day, will rearts and crafts, a petting zoo, ceive free tickets to the Friday Irish Wolfhounds, a bouncy casor Saturday night concert. Pertle and lots of fun activities informing in concert will be Colm cluding meeting Ronan, the Keegan with Laura Durrant both draft horse. Parents can drop-off Friday and Saturday evenings. their kids from noon to 5:00 The Trinity Irish Dancers will Colm Keegan p.m. At the festival will be some preceed both concerts at 8:00 great food vendors with a complete p.m. variety of many popular foods.

Colm Keegan is a singer-songwriter Don’t miss this exciting first annual from Dublin, Ireland and is the principal event, the Rocky Mountain Irish Festival member of the world-renowned Irish at the Fairgrounds at Stanley Park beginmusic group Celtic Thunder. ning Thursday, June 18th through Sunday, To help introduce this new spectacular June 21, 2015. event to Estes Park businesses and resiFor more information about events, dents, festival orconcerts, and ganizers are offertickets go to ing a special their website at discounted admiswww.rockysion for only mountainirish$10.00 on Thursfestival.com.

Trinity Irish Dancers day for ages 18 or To learn more older. Children about how you ages one to 17 years old are admitted free. can become a volunteer, email This will allow you to get a glimpse of the info@rockymountainirishfestival.com.

Volunteers Needed To Serve As Leaders In The Community United Way of Larimer County is partnering with the Estes Park Nonprofit Resource Center to recruit and train community members to become valuable board members and assist in matching volunteers with the needs of local non-profit organizations. With so many non-profits looking for board members, volunteers can strengthen ties to their community by taking an active role.

We are bringing the Board Bank Training Program and matching service to Estes Park. The Board Bank Training is scheduled for Monday, July 13 at the Estes Valley Library and will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. in the Hondius Room The cost of the training is $30 and will: • Provide an overview of the expectations and general policies of serving on a Board of Directors • Provide a recap for current board members on roles and expectations,

• Allow the volunteer to learn more about potential nonprofits to be paired with in Estes Park and greater Larimer

County • Provide the volunteer with a book on the basic responsibilities of a board member To register and learn more about the program please visit uwaylc.org/volunteer/general-volunteerism/serve-on-aboard-of-directors/ Nonprofits in Estes - If any of your current board members are interested in this training as an overview, this is a great opportunity. And if you have new or immediate board needs, or if you're seeking new or different skill sets for your board, please contact Jill Lancaster, EPNRC Executive Director at 480-7805 or director@epnonprofit.org.

We will highlight your needs at the training. Please note, there is no fee for agencies to participate in the matching portion of the program.

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High Altitude Illness-How To Avoid Getting Sick By: Kerrie Hill, EPMC

Every year millions of people go to mountains for backpacking, skiing, hiking, mountain climbing and other activities. Our beautiful community, Estes Park, sits at an altitude of 7500 feet.

For visitors planning to see the sites in our area, talk with your physician about high altitude illness and how it can affect you. You don't have to go on a Mt. Everest expedition to encounter the discomfort and potential danger of altitude sickness on a trip.

The higher a person climbs above sea level, the less oxygen there is in the air.

The oxygen level becomes very low at altitudes above 8,000 feet. With less oxygen in the lungs as a person breathes in, the amount of oxygen in the blood declines.

This causes problems for people who normally live at lower altitudes because their bodies aren’t used to working on so little oxygen. If you stay at a high altitude for a long time, your body gets used to the low oxygen level.

There are three main types of high-altitude illness: • Acute mountain sickness • High altitude pulmonary edema which affects the lungs • High altitude cerebral edema which affects the brain These illnesses can be serious, but they can also be prevented.

Persons traveling to higher altitudes can take steps to prevent high-altitude illness: • Take your time traveling to higher altitudes. When traveling to a high altitude, your body will begin adjusting to the lower amount of oxygen in the air, but it takes several days for your body to adjust completely. If you are healthy, you can probably go from sea level to an altitude of 8,000 feet in a few days. But, don’t attempt to go up faster than 1,000 feet per day. The closer you live to sea level, the more time your body will need to adjust to the high altitude. Plan your trip so your body has time to adjust before you start physical activity.

• Drink extra fluids. Our climate is dry

so it is good to stay well hydrated any way. The general rule of thumb is to drink enough to cause urination at least every three hours.

• Be careful of drinking alcohol.

Its effect is exaggerated at high altitude.

• If you have a heart or lung condition, consult your physician before going to high altitude.

Some diseases making going to a high altitude very dangerous. People who have sickle cell anemia shouldn’t go to a high altitude. A high altitude is also dangerous for people who have severe lung disease, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, severe emphysema, or severe heart disease. If you have a chronic disease, ask your doctor if it’s safe for you to travel to a high altitude.

Additionally, if you are pregnant, check with your doctor before you travel.

Symptoms generally begin within the first 48 hours of arriving at high altitude.

The higher the altitude, the greater the effects. People can notice effects when they go to an altitude of 7,000 to 8000 feet. If you have heart or lung disease, you may have symptoms at lower altitudes. Symptoms can include: • Headaches, breathlessness, fatigue • Nausea or vomiting • Inability to sleep • Dizziness • Swelling of the face, hands, and feet If you have any of the symptoms listed above, descend to a lower altitude right away. If you have severe symptoms, seek medical attention right away. Don’t ignore the symptoms of high altitude sickness. People can die if severe symptoms are not treated promptly. Call 911 is if severe difficulty breathing develops or if you notice a lower level of consciousness, coughing up of blood, or other severe symptoms.

Understanding altitude illness and being aware of its symptoms can help with early recognition and treatment, and help prevent a ruined trip and putting your health at risk.

Wait up mom! I can’t run that fast!

The cow elk are having their baby elk calves all over the Estes Valley and in Rocky Mountain National Park. Please keep your distance, mama elk are very protective!

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Lions Movie Before Lunch

The Estes Park Lions Club in conjunction with the Reel Mountain Theater is sponsoring a monthly movie being held on the fourth Saturday of each month at the Reel Mountain Theater. The first movie was held on May 23rd and was "The Lego Movie." Admission to each event is $5 per person or $10 for three.

Fun was had by all. "We are hoping this becomes a popular event with fun and surprises at each one" advises Tariq Bhatti, the Lion in charge of this project.

The next movie will be held June 27th and will be "How To Train Your Dragon."

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Estes Valley Library Goes To The Farmer’s Market!

By: Suellen Brenner

It’s June in Estes Park and that means it’s time for the Farmer’s Market!

I heard stories of the Farmer’s Market several weeks ago. The chatter turned quickly into the anticipation of fresh veggies, wonderful food, and fun products.

This became the hot topic of the conversation here at the Estes Valley Library in our staff workroom. Soon after hearing the taunts of all of these amazing things, the conversation shifted. Why can’t the Library be at the Farmer’s Market? We have fresh ideas. We have wonderful materials. We certainly have fun activities and events! We wanted to share these

with the community, just like all of the vendors that come to the Estes Park Farmer’s Market. While we aren’t farmers, we are a group of people that have a homegrown love for what we do every day and, if you’ve ever talked to a librarian before, you know that we love to help people grow and learn!

Sarah, our Library Development Officer, was already 10 steps ahead of me and had been plotting to get a library presence at the Farmer’s Market. She had a tent and she had a plan. Let’s sell some books! Let’s go to the Farmer’s Market!

The Estes Valley Friends & Foundation wanted to help too. They were all geared up to play right along with us. Our amazing volunteers quickly sorted out some tempting titles for us to bring, boxed

them us and we were all set. When Thursday morning arrived, I was super excited to get out there and greet everyone! Sarah was even more excited than me (if that’s at all possible) and was there super early snagging a spot and chatting with other vendors.

The Farmer’s Market is such a valuable community event. This was evident from the minute I arrived. There are economic benefits as it supports local Farmer’s and draws people to the community enhancing the local economy. It teaches us about small businesses and local agriculture.

The Farmer’s Market is a community hub. I engaged in the conversation. I walked from tent to tent proudly wearing

my handy dandy library nametag and talking up the library with everyone I met. Everyone had a story and, everyone loved being in Estes Park!

I wandered back to our amazing Estes Valley Library tent and spent the rest of the morning greeting and welcoming people to our mini book sale. We sold some books, shared information about the library and made some new friends!

It was a huge success. Sarah and I loved every minute of it! The Estes Valley Farmer’s Market was the place to be on Thursday morning. As the summer flourishes, so will the products and produce and fun! So, stop by the Estes Valley Library tent on Thursdays at the Farmer’s Market and say hello and learn how the library can help you to grow and learn this summer!

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Picturebook Plays And Superhero Reader’s Theater At The Estes Valley Library!

BAM! POW! READ! Hey, kids! Do you like pretending and hamming it up? If so, you might want to participate in Estes Valley Library’s Picturebook Plays or Reader’s Theater classes and take the next step to act out stories. The classes are part of the public library’s summer reading program Bam! Pow! Read!

Picturebook Plays for ages 6-8 is a program that is purely for fun and kids won’t have to read or memorize any lines. The library has a collection of over 40 animal

masks to help bring stories to life. Picturebook Plays: Fairytales will be offered on July 1st at 1:00 and 2:30. Picturebook Plays: Storybook Tales is offered on July 29th at 1:00 and 2:30. Space is limited.

Registration is required by accessing the library’s online calendar. Students age six must have completed kindergarten.

Youth librarians Kerry and Melanie have chosen stories with plenty of action!

After listening to the tale, the class will discuss the important parts in the story, character traits, voice, and action. Acting out a story brings it to life and gives chil-

dren a deeper engagement with it. Becoming the characters in the book by speaking their parts is a powerful tool to help readers understand a story and why characters behave as they do.

Superhero Reader’s Theater will be offered for ages 7-8 on June 24th from 1:002:30. Ages 9-12 will have their session on July 22nd from 1:00-2:30. Students will perform by reading scripts based on superhero stories, poems and chants.

Reader’s theater gives students a real reason to read aloud and it’s lots of fun! Stories performed will be: Sesame Street’s “Captain Vegetable,” Wedgieman: A Hero is Born by Charise Mericle Harper, Superfab Saves the Day

by Jean Leroy Delaporte, and two episodes of Chickenman, the popular radio show of the 1960s.

Students interested in the Superhero Reader’s Theater class may pick up a packet with the scripts at the library’s service desk. They can read the stories ahead of time and be prepared to perform. We'll practice as a group and perform during the last half hour for parents and family members. Sign up for the class online at estesvalleylibrary.org or by calling the public library at 586-8116.

If you would like more information about creative dramatics classes or other summer enrichment programs for children contact Kerry Aiken or Melanie Kozlowski at youthservices@estesvalleylibrary.org

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Art Upstairs At The Estes Valley Library: Tapestry Of The Natural World, Estes Park Area Tapestry Weavers By: Kethurah Young

I recently visited a large, worldrenowned art gallery while on vacation. While there were endless paintings to be seen, many of them priceless works of Cezanne and Van Gogh among others, the tapestries also caught my eye.

One in particular was fascinating. It was a giant wall tapestry from the medieval period. It depicted a religious scene full of people and angels. It was as detailed as a painting, down to the position of each person’s fingers and direction of their gaze. It was massive in size, too large for standard living room walls today. And it was made of natural fibers (read: easily destroyed over the years!) but was still in nearly perfect condition.

I stood in awe for several minutes, asking “How did they do it?!” Having done some weaving myself, I know how complex the process was for me to make a simple square of rough fabric from thread.

Yet, here hung this amazing piece of art on a museum wall hundreds of years later and thousands of miles in another land.

Our world is a beautiful place. So often we think of capturing it with ink, paint, and photography.

Rarely do we consider that there are other forms of art. Please come visit June’s Art Upstairs exhibit, featuring Estes Park Area Tapestry Weavers. You may find, like me, that you stand in awe

gazing at just what can be done to capture scenes from our local world with

thread.

Tapestry of the Natural World Estes Park Area Tapestry Weavers (EPATAWE), are a group of local tapestry weavers, who enjoy designing and weaving tapestry. Karen Crislip, Susan King, Barb Richards, Elena Russ, and Gayle Tietjens, have been weaving together for over 10 years.

Tapestry is weft-faced weaving in which all the warp threads are hidden in the completed work.

Weft threads are discontinuous; the artisan weaves different colors of weft back and forth in small pattern areas to form a design.

During the month of June, as part of the “Estes Park Fiber Affair,” EPATAWE invites you to come and enjoy viewing their exhibit, “Tapestry of the Natural World,” on the 2nd floor of the Estes Valley Library. For more information on this display, please contact the Estes Valley Library at estesvalleylibrary.org or 970-586-8116.

Our Wonderful World: Kayaking With Landis Arnold On Monday, June 15 The season is ripe for Kayaking in Colorado. On Monday, June 15th from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Park Village Playhouse, the Estes Valley Library “Our Wonderful World” series ventures into the great outdoors with presenter Landis Arnold and stories of his kayaking in Colorado. Landis is a kayaking expert with more than 35 years of paddling under his belt. Landis will weave a tale of the rise and fall of the movements of water, the curves that impact the landscape and the kayak amidst the beauty of nature.

“Our Wonderful World” is presented as an opportunity to celebrate the personal storytelling of those who have explored destinations near and far. For more information on

the series, visit the library’s web page at estesvalleylibrayr.org or, contact the Library at (970) 586-8116.

Leafy Spurge • Yellow-green flowers with 2 yellow-green heart-shaped bracts • Clusters of flowers appear in late spring • Leaves are flat and narrow, up to 2 ½ inches long • 1-3 feet tall perennial plants • Milky latex sap is toxic to humans and animals

Why should you be concerned about it?

Leafy Spurge reproduces by seed and roots. The extensive root system makes hand-pulling ineffective and allows the plants to spread over large areas. It is poisonous to animals and caustic to human skin and eyes. Leafy Spurge grows along roads and in pastures along the Front Range. You might not see this weed here, but we’ve had populations near Wild Basin, Fall River park entrance and some grows east of the Cow Creek Trailhead on US Forest Service land. If you see any Leafy Spurge, please report it to Larimer County.

PREVENTION Wear gloves and long sleeves to protect skin when you cut weeds near the base to prevent growth. Put flowering weeds in paper lawn bags. Leave weed bags for free disposal on Fridays from 9-4 at 666 Elm Street, up the road from the Recycle/Transfer Station. Contact Larimer County for biological or chemical control. Please leave native Rocky Mountain Spurge to grow; it is a daintier plant with oval leaves.

If you would like help identifying weeds on your property, call Marcia @ 586-6092 or George @ 586-5022. For more information please call the Larimer County Natural Resources @ 498-5769 or CSU Extension @ 491-7568.

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The 4% Rule For Retirees By: Marsha Yelick, Charted Financial Analyst

In retirement there is one thing most people want to avoid - outliving their money.

In Estes Park, retirees compose over 30% of the population, so the question of avoiding the catastrophe of going broke in retirement is a frequent inquiry at “Book-a-Librarian” appointments with the Estes Valley Library’s Financial Program Consultant.

Financial experts have long relied on a staple of retirement planning known as the 4% rule. The rule is - if retirees withdraw every year just 4% of their financial nest egg (that’s the market value of stocks and bonds in their retirement-date portfolio) adjusted for inflation, their nest egg should last 30 years, the length of time generally used for retirement planning.

This rule originated in 1993 when Bill Bengen examined every 30-year retirement period since 1926, taking into account market conditions and inflation.

Using a portfolio with a 60/40 split between large-cap stocks and intermediateterm government bonds, he tested different withdrawal percentages to see which one would allow the portfolio to last 30 years. The 4% solution worked and has been used ever since.

Today, however, there’s some debate about the 4% rule. Some experts say it’s too high given the low interest rate environment. Others maintain it’s too low looking at the high returns from equity.

But it’s still a good starting point. Here are a couple of suggestions for adapting the use of the 4% rule as you enjoy the “journey” through your retirement years.

1) Use the 4% rule as your “anticipated” flight plan, knowing that you may need to alter the course when encountering turbulence, unforeseen emergencies, and erratic storms. Do this by not expecting the same dollar amount each year (adjusted upward for inflation). Instead recalculate a new withdrawal amount each year based on the new current market value of your portfolio.

2) Pay attention to changing weather conditions in your area. You may note that the stock market went up 10%, but what did your personal investment portfolio return? If you are using the 4% rule, it’s important that your portfolio actually return more, keeping ahead of your withdrawal rate and inflation. Paying lower advisor fees, investing a higher percentage in stocks, or reducing withdrawals may be necessary to assure the viability of the thirty-year flight plan.

3) Once you’re in the air (in retirement), stay at the controls, maintaining the course in good years and bad. Some years will have enormous returns, but don’t splurge. Save up a bucket of cash to cover a year or two of bad returns.

4) Keep your flight pattern flexible by maintaining a diversified portfolio. Converting to all bonds and CDs may sound like a safe plan for retirement, but the low returns will ground you early.

The 4% rule is still a useful navigation gauge for retirement as long as changing conditions are considered. If you have additional questions, you can always make an appointment with the Financial Program Consultant. To schedule an appointment, visit the Estes Valley Library’s website at estesvalleylibrary.org, call 5868116 or email Marsha Yelick at myelick@estesvalleylibary.org.

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Shop For Quilted Treasures At Trail Ridge Quilters’ Sale Mark Saturday, June 13th on your calendar … it’s Trail Ridge Quilters’ first sale of the season. The quilters will be on hand from 9 to 3 at the Estes Park Senior Center, 220 Fourth St., to show you their beautiful handmade creations. Choose from placemats, wall quilts, baby quilts, cloth books, table runners, and more.

For the first time this year the Trail Ridge Quilters’ sale will be one of the

destination stops made by the Free Trolley which will also make stops at Wool Market and FACE of Fiber in the Rockies.

The money made from this and all Trail Ridge Quilters’ sales funds equipment and projects to benefit patients at Estes Park Medical Center.

Lake Estes Men’s Golf Club Results For June 8, 2015 Stabelford Scoring Tournament Winner Score Place Wayne Brown 19 Tie for 1st Rich Babcock 19 Tie for 1st rd Frank Celebre 18 3

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Estes Park Women’s Golf League Results For Tues., June 9, 2015 What a gorgeous day for golf. Perfect temperatures and just enough breeze to make it a real pleasant golf outing.

Thirty-one women showed up to play a game called, “Whack and Hack.” It was a team game. The winning teams in were: First place: team of Carrie Logan, Jan Alderman and Debbie Paddoca.

Second place: team of Candy Sulzbach, Hulda Bachman, Stacy Harding, and Kay Tritico.

Third place tie: between the teams of Claudia Erwin, Judi Cunningham and Chris Childers and the team of Kathy Tinsley, M. Soby and Floann Jett.

Submitted by: Jana Larsen, League of Women Voters of Estes Park & Community Recycling Committee

provides answers to your recycling questions.

We are also on Facebook - please For residents of and visitors to Estes LIKE and SHARE our page at Estes Park, our website www.recycleestes.org Park League of Women Voters & offers easy access to links to the infor- Community Recycling Committee! mation you need! From our Home Tip of the Week: Please do not CONpage, go to Recycling Resources in TAMINATE our recycling containers Estes Park and Larimer and Boulder with trash!! And, do not deposit counties. Another link is Recycling household trash in city trash receptaGuide for a down-loadable PDF which cles - the HEAT is on!!

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ENJOY THE VIEWS from your deck bordering 18 hole Golf Couse. 2 bdrm/2 ba ranch condo w/2 car garage, vaulted ceilings, open floor plan, open kitchen, frplc, lots of windows.

GIGANTIC DECK, powerful log structure completely remodeled within the last 10 yrs. Refurbished this year with updated electricity and plumbing with new well pump. Detached garage.

UPDATED CREEKSIDE SUITES 2 BR condo on Fall River w/some of the best onsite management in Estes Park. Buy for the nice income stream or use for yourself. Great deck overlooks river.

$239,000 Ptarmigan Trail & Stone Gate

$169,995 18 Cedar Brook Ln, Loveland

$194,900 1400 David Dr #10

MOUNTAIN CHARMER * Hilltop Location * 2.5 acres * Surrounded by Gorgeous Mtn Views & Sunshine * Vltd T & G knotty pine ceilings & Walls * wraparound deck * 2800+ sf

RIVERFRONT LOCATION on Fall River at Fawn Valley Inn. Perfect get-away condo w/rental income opportunity.

HOA fee inc. pool, hot tub, cable tv, wifi, water, sewer, trash, ext. maint.

MAIN LEVEL CONDO has 2 large Bedrooms & a large kitchen, living room w/ fireplace & deck overlooking beautiful Fall River. Owned by the same family for over 40 years & never rented.

$443,900 615 Elkridge Drive

$157,000 2760 Fall River Rd #203

$205,900 2760 Fall River Rd #239 B3-B4

END UNIT, main level condo. Private deck looking out on beautiful Fall river.

Popular vacation property. Use as a permanent residence, 2nd home, or vacation rental property. Sold turn key!

KIOWA RIDGE BUILDING, with views of Mummy Range, Baldpate mountain, Mary’s Lake & the Estes Valley. Nice building sites to choose from. All city utilities to lot line.

BEAUTIFUL LOT offers pines & great views. Nearly level w/access off paved maintained street. Town water, sewer & nat gas avail. at property line. Ready for a buyer to build their custom home.

$149,000 TBD Kiowa Ct

2 STORY, END UNIT CONDO at Marys Lake Lodge. 2 bedroom suites, Great room with fireplace. Lake and mtn views, includes 10x10 storage unit. Sold furnished.

$125,000 1265 Marys Lake Rd

$235,000 2625 Marys Lake Rd #105

$324,900 1444 Matthew Cir

VISIT ESTES PARK at this week 38 timeshare when the elk are bugling and the aspens are changing color and stay at the iconic Crags Lodge was built by Joe Mills, brother of Enos Mills. $2,000 300 E Riverside Dr #207

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HUGE BLDG SITE * Stunning 360° Views of RMNP * Longs Peak * Continental Divide * Twin Sisters *Paved Roads & City Utilities * Adjoins larger parcels & High End Homes *

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME on this rare 3.21 acre lot in Rockwood Estates.

Private cul du sac location backing to acres of private open space. City water, sewer, natural gas available. $250,000 3198 Rockwood Ln N

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ARCHITECTURAL MASTERPIECE One of a kind lodge, over 5000 sq ft., everything top-of-the-line, redefining luxury & Colo sophisticated rustic w/reclaimed wood Privacy & unobstructed views.

MOST MAGNIFICENT 21 ACRES 360 Degree MAJESTIC VIEWS..........yet gently sloping & full of character with open spaces that last Forever! $675,000 Devils Gulch Road

7 ACRES IN KENDALL RANCH. 360 degree views including Longs Peak, Eagle Rock & the Estes Valley. Water, sewer & nat gas avail. May be used as horse propery. Addt’l 5 acres available.

$139,900 2760 Fall River Rd #243

$350,000 2017 Kendall Dr

CROISER MTN VIEWS. Easy access off Dunraven Glade, 3.24 acres, electric to building site w/roughed in driveway. Can be your place of tranquility.

ESTATE LOT IN ESTES PARK. 10 acres with barn and well. This lot offers great seclusion & easy access. Perfect for a luxurious mountain home!

$89,900 11 Miller Fork Rd

$327,000 TBD Bluebird Ln

NEWER ESTES PARK CABIN nestled in the pines. 2 story great room w/fireplace.

Hardwood floors, hickory cabinets & granite counters, Furnishings avail., seller will consider a trade!

WHY BUY 2ND HOME you’ll use only a few weeks a year? Variety of timeshare weeks avail. at Ramshorn Village, Historic Crags Lodge. Can be traded thru RCI's 3,500 resorts or rented out by on-site mgt.

$284,900 1880 Sketchbox Ln 2

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Elkhorn Dash This Saturday, June 13

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Strikingly designed residence. Warm contemporary home speaks of quality from the moment you arrive. Add dramatic views of the Mountains & convenient in town location & you have a sanctuary not to be missed.

$419,000 1741 Avalon Drive End unit townhome style condo in small development of 4 condos. Beautiful location surrounded by private open space and spectacular views. Open floor plan with walls of windows to enjoy views of Longs, Meeker. Once in a lifetime opportunity! Most furnishings available.

$249,000 TBD Deer Path Court Custom Home Lot in the Reserve! Beautiful 1.4 acre building site treed with snow cap views bordering acres of open space, within the city limits of Estes Park. This lot offers privacy, paved streets and underground utilities. Spectacular snow cap views and Lumpy Ridge.

Come Home to Serenity…

Stunning views abound from this beautifully updated Windcliff retreat. Peaceful .6 acre & designed by award winning Thorp Assoc., the home is graced with 4237 sf of luxury. Relax on the patio or deck, or curl up by the living room fireplace replace. With wonderful spaces like library, family room, office & gourmet kitchen this home has everything you want and more. $870,000 1909 Silver Sage Court

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758 HEMLOCK DRIVE

Huge price reduction from $549,000 to $415,000. Lake was swept away by 2013 floods. Now this 3 bed, 3 bath home is riverfront property. Lake may take 2 years to be brought back. Home has large back deck to view river, large front Trex deck with Bar-B-Que. Home has rec. room, family room gorgeous kitchen. Assoc. provides 2 tennis courts, ball field, volley ball court, basketball court, common pasture for 1 or 2 horses. All this surrounded by 1000's of acres of National Forest. $415,000 MLS#739045

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13 acres in highly desired west side of Estes Park. Snow-capped views of Continental Divide and Rocky Mountain National Park.

Possible 3 building sites or build one home. Horses allowed. Stunning acreage in Estes Valley. Windcliff subdivision next to this land.

360 degree views. Unique opportunity.

$450,000 MLS# 739563

2625 MARYS LAKE RD. #36

Wonderful vacation rental at historic Marys Lake Lodge. On sight restaurant, heated swimming pool and comfortable bar/restaurant with live music many evenings. Remarkable views of Marys Lake, Estes Valley and the snow-capped continental divide. Enjoy this wonderful vacation property and the income when you are not using it. Easy access to Rocky Mountain National Park and down town Estes Park. Furniture included or removed as you require. $299,900 MLS#755441

178 ASPEN DRIVE

Large,4 bedrm,vacation/principal residence in historic Big Elk Meadows. A unique property w/many upgrades yet retains classic 60's mahogany walls, trim, windows & kitchen cabinets. Large family room w/kids' play room up a spiral staircase. 2 bedrms,open to a stone patio w/hot tub.View Longs Peak & Meeker from huge master bedrm & decks. Meadow Lake is just out the front door & Nat. Forest out the back yard. Big Elk has 6 stocked fishing lakes, swimming pool, tennis courts, and year'round access.

$324,900 MLS# 695945

This short and fun race down Elkhorn Ave. is a great pre-event for the Estes Park Marathon & Half. Get your legs turning over quickly, for this one mile event. No time for window shopping, because this short distance is about speed! Beginning west of the entrance to the historic Elkhorn Lodge, participants will run down main-street and finish at the US Bank parking lot.

The Elkhorn Dash takes place this Saturday, June 13, 2015.

• Start time: 7:00 a.m.

• Start Location: West Elkhorn Ave and Old Ranger Road intersection area • Finish Location: US Bank parking lot • Race Day Registration: 6:15 – 6:45 a.m., West Park Shopping Center parking lot.

• Cost: $20. Adults and $10.

Youth (17 years and under) • Prizes: First place age group finishers receive discounted entries to 5K or 10K races at the Estes Park Marathon & Half on June 21st, 2015.

• Age group divisions: 13 & under; 1416; 17-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+.

Thank You For A Successful Fishing Derby

To The Editor: This is a big “thank you” to the local businesses that made the 29th Annual Lake Estes Fishing Derby a success!

Glass Works Comfort Inn Rodeway Inn Chipper’s Lanes Domino’s Pizza Estes Park Brewery Fun City Mountain Strong Cafe Poppy’s Rapid Transit Ride-A-Kart Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Shakes Alive Sombrero Stables Sundeck Chicago’s Best

Baba’s Burgers Estes Park Taffy Company Ed’s Cantina You Need Pie Hunters Chophouse Locals Grill Cables Restaurant Grubsteak Big Red Ore Cart Mountain Blown Glass Estes Park Mountain Shop Estes Park Aquatic Center Estes Park 9-hole Golf Course Estes Park 18-hole Golf Course Tiny Town Mini Golf Estes Valley Recreation and Park District staff Estes Park News Trail Gazette

Summit Church Invites Kids To Kid’s Camp Summit Church is inviting all children entering grades K-6 to Summit Kids Camp. Children can enjoy an entire week of games, crafts, stories, snacks, music, and more.

Different activities will be available for different ages.

Kid’s Camp begins Monday morning, June 22, from 9:30 a.m. to Noon and continues through Friday, June 26th.

Kid’s Camp will conclude on

June 26th with a family night from 6:00 o 8:00 p.m. with a fun evening of games, free food, and activities for friends and family of our campers. Everyone is welcome to attend. All events will be held at the Estes Park High School. Summit Kids Camp and the Friday Fun Night are free of charge. Parents and grandparents can register their children online at www.estesparkchurch.org/events.

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A Musical Celebration For Rocky’s Centennial Robert Charles Howard’s composition “Wilderness Reflections: Echoes of Timeless Wonder” is a cantata for orchestra, soloists, and chorus. The lyrics are two poems by Howard himself and six poems from Wendell Berry. Soloists will be Anna Baker and Scott Anderson.

One of the movements is called “Timbered Choir.” It’s the By: Doug Fox The Oratorio forest returning. “In the case of Estes Park,” says Howard, “it’s returning from Society of Estes Park will fire because you’ve had more than your share of that. There will be some devascelebrate the 100th anniver- tation before the forest comes back. I sary of Rocky tried to avoid being too specific geoMountain Na- graphically because I wanted it to be universal. I was thinking of specific tional Park lakes cascading down the mountains, with a special but I wanted it to be a mountain lake musical perRobert Charles Howard that could be anywhere. So the feeling is formance of universal.” two original musical comThe Oratorio Society will also perform positions the “Spring” section of Haydn’s "The commisSeasons," which will feature Bob Gunn sioned by as the farmer Simon, Melissa Westover OSEP. The as his daughter Hanne, and Scott Anconcerts are derson as the young peasant Luke. this Friday, “Anyone who has lived in Estes Park June 12th at or visited here has probably stared in 7:00 p.m. and amazement at the magnificent beauty of Saturday, Rocky Mountain National Park,” says June 13th at Jerry Brubaker musical director Kathy Bowers. “We 2:00 p.m. in hope this concert and our commisthe Estes Park High School auditorium. sioned works enhance the appreciation Admission is free. we have for the gorgeous place in which “Rocky Mountain Majesty” is an orwe live. Happy 100th Birthday Rocky!” chestral composition by Jerry Brubaker The concert is free and open to all. of Estes Park. He spent 30-years playing Donations are gladly accepted. If you French horn and arranging music for the would like to honor a loved one with U.S. Navy Band in Washington D.C. He great music, consider investing in retired in 1998 and moved to Estes Park OSEP’s original composition fund. Just in 2013. send your tax deductible check to OSEP “I’m hoping it’s going to be a nice repre- and mail it to: Lynette Johnson at 560 sentation of the natural elements in the Devon Drive, Estes Park, CO 80517. park,” says Brubaker. He takes listeners For more information on the Oratorio on a musical journey from Bear Lake to Society of Estes Park, go online at Longs Peak with some surprise elements www.osep.info. you normally wouldn’t hear in a concert.

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Plan to make the Coolest Car Show in Colorado part of your holiday weekend this Independence Day. The doors open at 10:00 a.m. at the Estes Park Event Center at the Stanley Fairgrounds with plenty of free parking. Or take the free trolley provided by the Friends of the Museum to and from Bond Park to the Events Center starting at 9:45 a.m. The two continuous trolleys are operated by the Estes Park Trolleys.

Meet some of your friends and neighbors and see what makes them love to display their cars. It is not only a great hobby, but an interesting sub-culture of "car enthusiasts."

Estes Park residents Sharon and Wayne Groome are only two of the many local people that will be part of this multi-state exhibition group. This year the Groomes are entering their 1990 Chrysler TC by Maserati. There were only 7,000 built between 1989 and 1991. It has a convertible canvas top and a hard top. Talk about a cool car! (see above) If you have a car you'd like to display, from vintage to alternative fuel, it is not too late. For more information and to obtain a registration form enter your coolest car, visit http://estesparkmuseumfriends.org/coolest-car-show/ or call Elaine at 577-3766 at the museum.

The 17th annual Coolest Car Show in Colorado offers new and fun activities for all ages this year. Get a glimpse of Estes Park history with Kurtis Kelly as F. O. Stanley as he recalls life here in the early 1900s along side the car he designed, a 1912 Stanley Steamer owned by Alma Hix. Enjoy original multimedia presentations of car history, even Jay Leno gets into the act talking about his Stanley Steamers. The Cool Car Kid's Ac-

tivity Corner is open from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with free car related car crafts and even a "cool" scavenger hunt throughout the maze of cars in the Event Center. The Silent Auction,"Cool Car Stuff," bidding will be on-going throughout the day and will close at 2:45 p.m. just before the Awards Ceremony at 3:00 p.m. with local dignitaries doing the honors. This year the public will participate in the voting. As you enjoy the hot rods, muscle cars, sport cars, classic and vintage cars, keep your favorite in mind as you cast your ballot.

There is something for everyone and every age, from live music provided by The Mountain Music Makers from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., to the demonstration by Mryl Sumner of Mountain Imports, "From the Bottom Up," showing how car restoration happens. Keep a memento of the day from photographer Beth Headley at the Estes Park Photo Booth.

No major fundraiser would happen without volunteers and sponsors. The Friends salute you all with many thanks.

The major 2015 sponsors are The Prudential Team Realty and The Estes Park Trolleys. Other 2015 sponsors are: Bank of Colorado, Bank of Estes Park, The Ore Cart, Poppy's Restaurant, Mama Rose's Restaurant, State Farm Insurance, Brownfields, Cheley Colorado Camps, iii ~ Image Inhancement Inc., Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Smokin' Dave's Restaurant, Sweet Basilico Restaurant, US Bank, and The Estes Park News.

There is still time for anyone or any business to become a 2015 Coolest Car Show sponsor. Please contact Elaine HuntDowney at 577-3766 at the museum for details.

Make your 4th of July full of fun starting with the Coolest Car Show in Colorado and support your local museum!

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Religion And Philosophy Group Meeting June 17 On Wednesday, June 17, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. in the Senior Center of Estes Park, the Religion and Philosophy Group will sponsor a panel of three women, Margaret Guthrie, Polly Ingold and Cynthia Johnson, relating their experiences of What “God” Means To Me. After their presentations the audience will be invited to share their own experience of God, or what “God” means to them.

Copies of their papers will be available at the start of their presentations.

Margaret Guthrie is a retired psychiatric social worker, poet and novelist.

She received a B.A. in Literature from Pacific University in Forest Grove, OR, and a MSW from the University of Michigan.

Polly Ingold holds a BS from Boston University in Physical Therapy, a Certificate in Religious Education from Boston University School of Theology, and lived in Indonesia for 25 years serving with the Indonesian Methodist Women at the Family Planning Clinic and helped with Mother-Baby Child Care. She helped with establishing a hospital, taught English physical therapy.

Cynthia Johnson, MS, PLC, is a psy-

chotherapist and spiritual counselor/director, and received her Masters of Science Degree in Community Counseling at the University of Wyoming and certificate in Spiritual Direction in 2003.

She has followed the Christian Contemplative path since 1991 after being introduced to Father Thomas Keating and Centering Prayer and has been a coordinator and facilitator for Contemplative Outreach since 1994.

The Religion and Philosophy Group meets on the third Wednesday of every month usually in the Senior Center. The name notwithstanding, the group has hosted and continues to welcome competent presentations on all kinds of contemporary, historical, and perennial issues. Presentations are free and open to people of all ages, persuasions, and eccentricities.

The Senior Center of Estes Park is located at 220 4th Street (next to the museum). Free coffee and tea are available.

The Senior Center offers a delicious lunch and welcomes attendees to partake.

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Kairos Prison Ministry Program At Ultreya 4th Day Gathering This Saturday, June 13th, a gathering of the 4th day community from Presbyterian Pilgrimage and Episcopal Cursillo will be held at Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies, 1700 Brodie Avenue, from Noon until 4:00 p.m. If you have attended Cursillo, Walk to Emmaus, Tres Dias, Via de Christo, or any other 3-day renewal weekend, come join our community for the afternoon. If you have not

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Woman’s Club Partners With Elementary School The Estes Park Woman's Club has partnered this past school year through: -Volunteer assistance with the school -Book Fairs in both the Elementary and Middle Schools - Donations of coats, shoes and boots twice during the year -Partnered with the library and school to bring in a children's book author from Ohio -Collected box tops for education and Campbell's soup labels The Woman's Club met for its last second Wednesday luncheon of the month this past May. Luncheon meetings resume September 9th with newly elected officers installed in May. Connie Phipps will serve as Presi-

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Everyone is welcome! We will start with a potluck lunch, have introductions and singing, and hear from the Estes Park group who support Kairos Prison Ministry in Colorado and have been instrumental in spreading it to Latin America.

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With all of the rain that we had in the past month, my rhubarb has gone wild with growth. I have put up all that I can possibly use for a year. I also, with Nathan’s help, picked a bunch for a friend and then another friend came and got all that she could use and freeze. Now someone else has asked to come and get some.

That person also asked for one of my plants but I had to refuse that request. I was not being selfish but over the years so many have requested and I have always refused. If I had given all that wanted a plant, I would no longer have any. Of course when I have so much I often think maybe I should give all of the plants away!

I finally started planting my regular annuals and the garden is coming along nicely. Last year my bearded Irises did not bloom and I thought that maybe they had a fungus and planned on digging them up. Again, with all of the moisture we have had, they are glorious in bloom.

I only plant a few annuals to have color between the flowering of all of my perennials. The peonies and columbines are full of buds so those will be the next to bloom.

Back to the rhubarb, as you know I like to give at least one recipe for rhubarb each summer. Connie P. was telling me about one that she uses and I asked for her recipe. She loves the fact that you do not have to cook anything before-hand.

Any easy recipe always gets my vote.

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1 lb. fresh rhubarb, cut into ½ inch slices (about 3 cups). ½ cup white granulated sugar 1 Tbs. whole wheat flour 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice Place all in large bowl and stir to combine. Let macerate a little while. Transfer to 2 qt. shallow baking dish (9” sq. pan works.)

Topping: ½ cup whole wheat flour ¾ cup old fashioned rolled oats (not instant) ½ cup packed brown sugar ¼ tsp. cinnamon ¼ tsp. ground ginger ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans 8 Tbs. cold, unsalted butter, cut into small bits.

Combine first five ingredients and stir to combine. Add butter and lend into the mix until crumbly and combined. Stir in the nuts. Loosely crumble topping over the filling and bake. Serve warm.

It sounds yummy. I have given you the recipe exactly as Connie gave it to me. I don’t know why you could not use regular flour but she uses whole wheat.

I am now finished with all of my duties as President of both Estes Park Woman’s Club and Columbines. I just don’t know what I will do with all of my spare time.

Guess I will find some other project to keep me busy. I won’t pick the rhubarb for you but if y’all want some, give me a call or an email. My email is: esther.cenac@gmail.com.

Bon Appétit.

“Customizing Your Resume For Each Job” Free Workshop June 17 Job seekers and those in career transition have an ideal opportunity to benefit from the expert assistance of the Larimer County Workforce Center (LCWC). The Estes Valley Library is partnering with LCWC to host a free workshop, "Customizing Your Resume for Each Job," on Wednesday, June 17th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Wasson room at the Estes Valley Library.

After completing this workshop you will be able to take your resume to the next level! You will learn current resume practices and techniques to better communicate what you have to offer to employers. You will learn what employers are looking for in a resume and how to tailor your resume to each opportunity you are pursuing. You will learn about the different resume formats, current resume practices and techniques to better communicate what you have to offer to potential employers.

This workshop is for you if: • You already have a resume developed.

• You need to rework your resume due to a change in career focus.

• You need to customize your resume for an employer’s specific needs.

This is a great opportunity for current college students preparing to enter the workforce, stay at home moms gearing up to re-enter the workforce or folks looking to change careers and needing to re-work their resumes. This workshop is free of charge as a service to the community by the Workforce Center and the Estes Valley Library.

Those interested need to register for the workshop by visiting the Library website calendar and navigating to the June 17th date at estesvalleylibrary.org or by calling the library at (970) 586-8116, extension 3. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation with the local Employment Specialist, Kelly Murray, please call 970-577-2152 or email, kmurray@larimer.org.

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Estes Valley Land Trust Celebrates 100 Volunteer Monitors

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On June 2 EVLT’s volunteers gathered for the annual Monitor Appreciation and Training Luncheon at the Rock Inn. The work of these dedicated monitors benefits the entire community by ensuring that the Estes Valley’s spectacular beauty and wildlife habitats are preserved. Photo by Charlie Johnson. the conservation values of the properties.

The Estes Valley is a community that loves its beautiful mountain scenery, nat- They answer the owners’questions about stewardship matters and serve as liaisons. ural areas, and the habitats that give us an abundant variety of wildlife. Never is On June 2, EVLT celebrated its 100 exthis more evident than every summer traordinary volunteer monitors at the anwhen 100 volunteer monitors gather for nual Monitor Appreciation and Training training and then spread out across the Luncheon held at the Rock Inn. The area from Allenspark to Drake and Glen monitor corps consists of a mix of both Haven to walk the many properties con- longtime and new volunteers, with some served by Estes Valley Land Trust. The highly dedicated individuals providing work of these dedicated individuals helps this crucial service to EVLT for as many ensure that natural areas remain natural as 17 years. and scenic views remain scenic.

Over the next several months these Estes Valley Land Trust’s mission is to monitors will donate a total of 650 hours preserve and protect open space, valleys, of their time and energy to this imporwetlands, streams, ranch lands, and tant work. Erica Goad, Stewardship Cowildlife habitat in the Estes Valley. Over ordinator for Estes Valley Land Trust, the organization’s 28 years, EVLT has praised the enthusiastic team, stating, partnered with landowners to create 160 “Our monitors serve one of the most legal voluntary agreements, called concritical roles of the Land Trust. Without servation easements, to limit developthem, EVLT couldn’t fulfill its obligation ment on their property and to forever to ensure that open space is forever propreserve its beauty and habitats. This tected.” benefits all residents and visitors to our EVLT’s volunteer monitoring program community, present and future, who has received recognition in the greater come to the Estes Valley for its scenic land trust community and has been the mountain vistas, forested slopes, and di- subject of seminars at conferences. verse wildlife.

Energetic, sure-footed individuals interThe stewardship responsibility for the ested in becoming monitors next sumconserved properties requires annual mer can contact EVLT through its webmonitoring visits, which are performed site at www.evlandtrust.org or by email at

by EVLT’s corps of volunteer monitors. evlt@evlandtrust.org. To support the They observe and document changes on work of these volunteers and Estes Valley the properties through time and build Land Trust in preserving the natural long-term relationships with the beauty and wildlife habitats of our comlandowners. Each summer the monitors munity, become a member through the renew the commitment between EVLT EVLT website. and each landowner partner to safeguard

It's a YARN BOMBING! In honor of the Wool Market and the FACE of Fiber event (and all of the other fiber and textile displays in town this weekend), Estes Park woke up Thursday morning, June 11th, to a yarn bombing all over our town! Check it out! We LOVE it! EPNEWS/ Kris Hazelton

PRISTINE PLACE TO CALL HOME This fabulous custom home located in the desirable neighborhood known as the Uplands has three bedrooms and 2.5 baths for an approximate total of 3,500 sq. ft. The thoughtful design incorporates an open great room showcasing a floor to ceiling wood burning fireplace and snowcapped mountain views. An embellished interior incorporates high end finishes throughout including granite counters, exquisite wood flooring, and a fabulous modern kitchen with an oversized custom built island.

The master suite, with lighted coffered ceiling, is comfortable in size and includes a 5 piece bath with in floor heat, walk-in shower, and upscale jetted tub where you can relax and enjoy a Long's Peak view through the double sided fireplace. Completing the exquisite design of this home is a lower level with family room, laundry, 2 additional bedrooms, and a full bath. High ceilings, custom design, and attention to detail will attest to the pristine beauty of this home. Call Trisha for an appointment to view 1900 Bradley Lane.

Phone: 970-586-0713 Toll-Free: 888-318-0364

255 Park Ln #202 (in the Bank of Estes Park Bldg)

Trisha Wills

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Food Bank for Larimer County’s

FREE Summer Meals This summer, the Food Bank for Larimer County’s Kids Cafe will provide free, healthy meals for kids ages 18 and under at Estes Park Elementary School.

Meals are cooked fresh using recipes that are kid tested, great tasting and good for kids! Parents or guardians who volunteer to serve & clean up will also receive a free meal.

Sample Kids Cafe Meal Chicken Fajita Fresh Fruit White Milk

Estes Park Elementary School 1505 Brodie Ave. Hours Lunch 12:15 - 12:45 pm

Help Break The Guinness World Record At World’s Largest Swim Lesson!

Join in for the world’s largest swim lesson! This event is coordinated with events around the world in an attempt to break the Guinness World Record. The record previously set for this swimming event was in 2014 at 36,564, and we are hoping for even more!

This event is held annually to bring attention to the number of 1-14 year old that die each year from drowning.

Drowning is the leading cause of death for kids 0-5 and second for kids 5-14, we can make a difference! We can help save lives!

So here is what you need to know!

Registration: 9-9:55 a.m. All participants must be registered by 9:55 a.m. or they will not be able to participate!

The lesson will go through safety swimming, following the same curriculum being followed around the world.

The lesson will end at exactly 10:30 a.m.

From 10:3011:15 a.m. we will have open swim for all participants!

This is a free event, you must RSVP and be registered to participate. If you have any questions or to RSVP for this event, please call the Aquatic Center at 970-586-2340.

Monday - Friday June 2 - August 14 Closed July 3

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Food Bank for Larimer County’s

Comidas gratis este verano Este verano, el Banco de Alimentos de De Larimer Condado Kids Cafe proporcionará , comidas saludables a los niños 18 años de edad y bajo en la Escuela Primaria de Estes Park. Las comidas se cocinan fresca usando recetas que son niño probado, gran sabor y buena para los niños! Los padres o tutores que trabajan como voluntarios para servir y limpiar también recibirán una comida gratis.

Ejemplo de algunos alimentos de Kids Cafe Chicken Fajita fruta Fresca Leche

La Escuela Primeria de Estes Park Kids Cafe 1505 Brodie Ave. Almuerzo 12:15 - 12:45 pm Lunes - Viernes 2 Junio - 14 Augusto Cerrado 03 de julio

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Hear Ye Hear Ye Princess Camp!

Calling all princesses of the realm! Your Fairy Godmother will make a special appearance at this adventure camp. Outdoor tea party, treasure hunts, handmade wands, magical days filled with new friends. Of course their favorite part is dressing as a princess every day. With a little Fairy Godmother magic, their dreams will come true this summer! Registration: Now-6/10/15; $10 late fee after 6/10/15. Fee: $45 In-District; $56 OutOf-District. Session: 6/15/15-6/18/15.

Day/Time: Monday-Thursday; 9:0011:00 a.m. Location: Stanley Park. Instructor: Annette Marshall. Ages: 3 & up.

Minimum of 8 participants required.

Ahoy Thar Matey’s Pirate Camp!

A swashbuckling good time for all! Dress in your pirat’n best each day while yer Capt’n be a trainin ye to be a true Pirate! Behold thar be treasure needin ta be found with maps, coordinates, compasses, and clues to figure out. Don’t forget our water balloon battle and swashbuckling sword battles make this camp an adventure fit for a Pirate! Boys and girls welcome! Registration: 5/1/157/15/15; $10 late fee after 7/15/15. Fee: $45 In-District; $56 Out-Of-District. Session: 7/20/15-7/23/15. Day/Time: Monday-Thursday; 9:00-11:00 a.m. Location: Stanley Park. Instructor: Annette Marshall. Ages: 3-13, age groups will be split if enrollment allows. Minimum of eight participants required.

Please Pass the Manners Camp Kids will be taught the simple joys of good manners and basic etiquette combined with the fun of preparing fun and easy snacks. Table manners and gentle courtesies will be observed, discussed, and practiced. Registration: Now6/24/15; $10 late fee after 6/24/15. Fee: $25 In-District; $30 Out-Of-District.

Day/Time: Mondays July 6, 13, 20; 9:00 -

10:45 a.m. for K-2nd and 11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m. for 3rd-5th. Instructor: Barb Platt. Location: Youth Center.

Summer Van Trips Van Trips for the whole family, individual, or you and your friends!

The EVRPD offers van trips throughout the summer. Participants must be 10 years old or older and capable of being unsupervised on a trip. Any child under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Transportation costs include all the fees. Pre-registration is required with a signed parent waiver. Families or groups may contact EVRPD for information regarding “piggybacking” on group trips.

Families and adults are always welcome! All trips leave and return from the EVRPD Admin Office Parking Lot. All trips must have a minimum of 4 participants to go and a maximum of 14 is allowed.

Water World: Wednesday, June 10, 2015. Registration Deadline: 6/3/15. Fee: $10 for Tots (Height under 40”); $30 for General Admission (Height 40” and above; $18 for Seniors (age 60 and up). **For more Water World Trips, see our new date listed below!

Denver Zoo: Wednesday, June 24, 2015.

Registration Deadline: 6/17/15. Fee: $15 for ages 3-11; $20 for ages 12-64; $17 for ages 65+, Kids 2 and under are $3.

Denver Museum of Science & Nature: Wednesday, July 15, 2015. Registration Deadline: 7/8/15. Fee: $20.

Elitch Gardens Amusement & Water Park: Wednesday, August 5, 2015. Registration Deadline: 7/29/15. Fee: $30.

Water World: Wednesday, July 29, 2015.

Registration Deadline: 7/22/15. Fee: $10 for Tots (Height under 40”); $30 for General Admission (Height 40” and above; $18 for Seniors (age 60 and up).

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Sign Up To Play In Rotary Golf Tournament For Scholarships Hotel also funds a $2,500 scholarship open to students who are planning to pursue a career in hotel or restaurant management. This year, The Stanley has agreed to expand the scope of its scholarship to include college study in the areas of hospitality or wellness in recognition of the importance of these fields.

“We are grateful for the support of The Stanley Hotel for our high school students and proud to partner with Stanley management,” said Jay Harroff, golf tournament committee member who has worked with the hotel on the scholarship.

To register for the tournament, downDavid Ciani, The Stanley Hotel General load forms posted on the Estes Park RoManager; Jay Harroff, golf committee tary Club website at www.romember; and Bruce Carmichael, golf com- taryclubofestespark.org. Registration and mittee chairman, are looking forward to sponsorship forms are also available at the 19th Annual Rotary Scholarship Benefit the Estes Park 18 Hole Golf Course.

Golf Tournament on June 27.

Golfers with questions should call Bruce Photo courtesy Rotary Club of Estes Park Carmichael at 303-946-6349.

The $100 fee includes green fees, cart, By: Rita DuChateau participation gift and snacks. Players What’s better than playing 18 holes of with an annual 7-day membership at the golf on a course with breathtaking views Estes Park Golf Course have a reduced of the Continental Divide? Knowing that registration fee of $65. your registration fee supports college Each golfer also will vie for prizes in scholarships for Estes Park seniors. contests for putting, most accurate drive, The 19th Annual Rotary Scholarship closest to the pin and longest putt. SepaBenefit Golf Tournament, slated for Satrate prizes are offered for men and urday, June 27, hopes to raise $12,000 for women in the most accurate drive and three academic scholarships, which will longest putt competition. Each member be awarded in May 2016. of the winning team will receive a $100 “The Rotary Club of Estes Park has acgift certificate to the Estes Park Golf tively supported the youth of our comCourse Pro Shop; second and third place munity for years through its scholarship teams will earn gift certificates from local program,” said Golf Tournament Chairmerchants. Four winners of Closest to man Bruce Carmichael. the Pin competition on Par 3 holes will take home $100 gift certificates to the The Rotary Golf Tournament partners Pro Shop. with It’s Showtime!, the Shred-A-Thon, and the Rotary Foundation to raise The event will begin at 11:30 a.m. with a $24,000 for three, four-year academic chip and putt contest prior to the 1 p.m. scholarships awarded annually to local shotgun start at the 18-hole Estes Park graduates.

Golf Course.

“This funding is critical for students as “This is such an easy and fun way to the cost of education keeps rising,” support scholarships, and we are hoping Carmichael added. to attract more golfers than ever this Through this tournament, The Stanley year,” Carmichael said.

Teen Adventure Series Trips Offered

By Estes Valley Rec & Park District Estes Valley, Hyland Hills Park & Recreation District, Broomfield, and Northglenn have teamed up together to offer this fabulous teen adventure series for all Middle School & High School teens. This is an opportunity to explore new and exciting places outside of Estes, make new friends in the Denver-Metro area, and have loads of fun on these exciting adventures. All trips leave and return to the Estes Valley Youth Center. Registration must be done at the EVRPD Admin Office located at 690 Big Thompson Ave., Estes Park, CO 80517. Must have a minimum of eight passengers for the trip to go. Must register by deadline listed.

Rafting Thursday, June 25 TBD-Fee $85 Head out with Clear Creek Rafting Company and enjoy a 1/3 day trip as you

ride the waves in the Wild Wild West.

Float past a historic waterwheel, drop over Castle Falls, paddle through Mountain Lion, then hold on tight for Mr. Twister. It's the perfect introduction to whitewater! Participants need to wear swimsuit attire and appropriate footwear.

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, June 10 Horseback Riding & Fishing Monday, July 13, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Fee $60 Spend a day getting away. Come join us for fishing and horseback riding! Start the day out with a fun trail ride near the foothills then unwind catching dinner.

All fishing equipment provided. Be sure to wear long pants and closed toed shoes for horseback riding. Registration Deadline: Wednesday, July 1.

Please call 586-8191 to register.

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Richard Geppinger Concert And Book Release

Special event! Combined concert and book release celebration for Richard Geppinger at the Hempel Auditorium, at the YMCA of the Rockies next Thursday, June 18 at 7:30 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public. Don’t miss it!

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Yard Sale Success!

Thank you to Dr. Jeff Fish, for hosting the yard sale at the Animal Medical Center and to Kris Hazelton of the Estes Park News for the weekly advertising support.

Thank you to Pastor Larry Corbett of the Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies for the use of the tables and To The Editor: The Pet Association’s Yard Sale on Saturday, June 6 was very successful; raising over $2,200. This money will be used to fund the spay and neuter clinic in September as well as to pay for healthcare and re-homing expenses of stray or relinquished dogs and cats.

Thank you to everyone who donated items for the sale as well as those who purchased items. Your support will allow the Pet Association to continue providing for animals in need. Thank you to the following volunteers who helped on the day of the sale: Demi Andrews, Elizabeth Anthony, Shirley Arnold, Susan Boaz, Joan Borel, Jan Carpenter, Dr. Jeff Fish, Jill Flegal, and Martha Tierney. Your contribution to the success of this event is truly appreciated.

to Pamela Becker, Kathy Hickey, Lee Kaminski and Stan Becker of the Animal Medical Center for organizing and managing another successful yard sale.

Carolyn Fairbanks President, Pet Association of Estes Park

First Time Ever In Colorado-The 35th Annual ACA Synod Held At YMCA such items as Board of Examining Chaplains, elections, finance, business sessions, workshops, and other related topics.

St. Francis Church in Little Valley hosted the synod mass on Wednesday evening, celebrated with traditional splendor, following the ancient ritual of the western church.

Following this, there was a fellowship reception and a banquet held at the Estes Park Conference Center. A good time Canon Forrest Burgett from Prairie Village, KS, celebrates the was had by all. opening synod mass at St Francis, Little Valley. Courtesy photo Rt. Rev. Stephen Strawn, Bishop OrPriests and Lay Delegates of several dinary stayed to celebrate mass and bless churches, all members of the Anglican the animals Sunday, June 7th at St. Francis Diocese of the Missouri Valley, headAnglican Church in Little Valley. quartered in Quincy, Illinois, met last For additional information on St. Franweek at the YMCA. The synod – a Greek cis of Assisi Anglican Church, search word for conference - agenda included their website: www.stfrancis.us.

EPMC To Offer LT Testing And CU Wellness Assessment Before EP Marathon Prior to the Estes Park Marathon on June 18, 19 and 20, Estes Park Medical Center is offering Lactate Threshold testing and the University of Colorado’s proprietary Wellness Assessment. Both are available to any adults wishing to learn more about their fitness and well-being.

Each testing option is $150. As part of EPMC’s marathon sponsorship, race participants receive a 10% discount. Reservations for both forms of testing are now being taken at 970-586-2200.

Lactate is produced in muscle cells when carbohydrates are broken down for energy. The more intense the exercise, the more lactate is generated, until reaching a point where the cells cannot keep up with clearing out the lactate being produced. When lactate starts accumulating in the cells, that intensity of exercise can only be sustained for a short period of time. Lactate threshold (LT) testing can be used to find an optimal race pace and can objectively determine training zones for endurance athletics.

LT testing is performed while running on a treadmill or cycling (a rear wheel cycling ergometer is used with your own bicycle). Over the course of a one-hour session, an EPMC physician has you slowly and incrementally increase your pace/cycling power and measures your levels of lactate using a few drops of blood from a simple finger prick.

Your lactate level, heart rate, and pace/cycling power are then charted to determine the level of exercise intensity at which your body starts producing more lactate than it can effectively clear.

Measurement of the accumulation of lactate in your blood provides: · Indirect measurement of muscle metabolism during exercise · Estimate of muscle fiber recruitment patterns · Prediction of athletic performance · Means to improve your training program and performance on race day “It will be very valuable for our runners to learn what their marathon goal pace should be at 7,552 feet above sea level,” said Belle Morris, director of the Estes Park Marathon. “We are excited for EPMC to be offering both the athletic performance and wellness testing in conjunction with our event.”

The Wellness Assessment and Report, licensed to EPMC from the University of

Colorado Anschutz Health and Wellness Center, provides a multi-dimensional map of wellness, showing where you are now, what you can do to make improvements, and how you can meet your wellness goals. Based on a physical and fitness assessment, a few drops of blood, and a health and lifestyle questionnaire, you’ll receive an evaluation of your: · Physical fitness · Metabolic fitness · Diet and nutrition · Sleep · Stress · Quality of Life Credentialed EPMC staff explain your results and how those results can translate into your personalized wellness action plan.

“Any adult can benefit from learning more about their personal health and well-being,” said Frank D. Dumont, MD, FACP, internal medicine physician at the Estes Park Medical Center. “And both types of testing are available at the Medical Center beyond what we are doing with the marathon.”

LT testing and CU’s Wellness Assessment will be used, along with other cutting-edge medical assessments and scientifically-proven training techniques, at the Estes Park Wellness Center to help each guest meet their goals around physical fitness, diet and nutrition, weight management, metabolic fitness, stress management, sleep issues, and other individual health concerns. When completed, the Wellness Center will offer 4, 7 and 14day health and lifestyle transformation retreats.

In addition to participating in the two forms of testing, runners, support crew and the community are also encouraged to attend the pre-race pasta dinner on Saturday, June 20, from 5-7 pm at the Estes Park High School. EPMC’s Dr. Frank D. Dumont will join Jeff Galloway, former US Olympian, author, trainer, and Runner’s World magazine columnist, and Benji Durden, elite running coach and Olympic team qualifier, to provide an evening of race and training inspiration.

Tickets are $15 and include a pasta dinner buffet provided by Mama Rose’s (vegan and gluten-free options available.)

Register online at www.epmarathon.com or at Estes Park High School during packet pickup.

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Karen Collins Karen Collins, 79, a resident of Estes Park, CO and Sun City, CA. died April 28, 2015.

Mary Karen Featherston was born April 9, 1936 in Colorado Springs, CO. Her parents were Margaret and Ernest Featherston. Karen graduated from Colorado Springs High School, having her poetry published in the “Yearbook of Outstanding High School Poets.” In high school she was also active in Future Teachers of America, earning herself a scholarship to Colorado State Teachers College, now known as the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley. There, she served on dance committees, was a member of a Sorority and met the love of her life, Larry

Collins. On May 27, 1958 she received her M.R.S. degree and married Larry in Greely, CO on the same day. The couple made their home in Loveland, CO, moving later that year to California and visiting Estes Park, CO and Rocky Mountain National Park each summer.

Karen is survived by her husband Larry, three children-Kelly, Kyle and Kevin; 10 grandchildren-Christopher, Carol, Cody, Candice, Kristen, Casey, Caitlyn, Kari, Carolina and Ciarra; eight great-grandchildren-Canbria, Jackson, Brooklyn, Truly, Timberlyn, Liam, Maverick and Isaiah; two sisters Peggy and Jeannine and Larry’s brother and wife, Richard and Betty.

A memorial service will celebrate Karen’s life this Saturday, June 13, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Rocky Mountain Church 451 Promontory Drive in Estes Park.

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

MaryAnn Butler MaryAnn Butler died May 10, 2015 at the Estes Park Medical Center.A memorial service

will be held Sunday June 14, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Rocky Mountain Church in her honor. Memorial donations may be made to The River Place in care of Rocky Mountain Church 451 Promontory Drive Estes Park, CO 80517. See www.allnutt.com.

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

Al-Anon Meetings In Allenspark The Al-Anon Group in Allenspark is now meeting at the Fire Station at 14861 S. St. Vrain, Highway 7 every Monday from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. For info: 303-747-2415.

Women’s AA Group Tuesdays at 6 pm. St. Bart’s Church. 880 MacGregor Avenue.

Estes Park Al-Anon Al-Anon Group in Estes Park meets from 7-8 p.m. every Friday at U.S. Bank.

363 E. Elkhorn Ave. Guests are welcome.

Call 970-586-4268 for more info.

Fall River Group of AA The Fall River Group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets daily at noon. 7:00 p.m. meetings are also held every night except Thursday and Saturday. Meeting location is 701 Elm Rd. next to the automotive shop. We welcome friends and

visitors to attend these open meetings.

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

The 29th Annual Lake Estes Fishing Derby Results The 29th Annual Lake Estes Fishing Derby was held last Saturday, June 6, and was enjoyed by many people, ages 2-85 years old. 193 entrants enjoyed the Lake Estes Fishing Derby this year. Many locals as well as visitors enjoyed a free fishing weekend.

0-9 FEMALE 1. Camnyn Simpkins, Farmington, IA 11oz. 12 3/4” 2. Anais Borst, Loveland, CO 9 1/2 oz. 12 ½” 3. Briella Yager, Fort Collins, CO 9 oz. 11 7/8” 4. Katie-Corrine McCormick, Estes Park, CO 8 1/2 oz. 11 ½” 5. Scarlett McMormick, Estes Park, CO 8oz. 10 7/8” 6. Caylee McCormick, Estes Park, CO 7 oz. 11 ½” 7. Julian Lukto, Loveland, CO 7oz. 10 7/8” 8. Ava Borst, Loveland, CO 7oz., 10 3/4” 9. Tara McCormick, Estes Park, CO 7oz. 10 5/8” 10. Gracy Montoya, Arvada, CO 7oz. 10 ½” 11. Madison McCormick Estes Park, CO 7 oz. 10 ¼” 12.Greycie Borst, Mead, CO 6 oz. 10 ¼” 13. Jadqa Cabral, Commerce City, CO 6 oz. 10”

Al-Anon Newcomers Al-Anon Newcomers meets at Harmony from 7 to 8 p.m. Saturdays, 1600 Fish Hatchery Rd., Estes Park.

AA Meeting Allenspark Wednesday 5:00 p.m. Allenspark Fire Dept - Community Room Downstairs For info. call 303-747-2424.

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

701 Elm Rd.

Christians in Recovery Each Tuesday evening from 6-7 p.m. A safe, group environment where recovering individuals who have recognized Jesus Christ as their higher power can gather together and share their struggles and victories. Not intended to replace Alcoholics Anon. or Al-anon, or any other support group.

Meetings held at Riverplace facility at 181 Riverside near the post office.

0-9 MALE 1. Dante Villa, Aurora, CO 9 1/2 oz. 12 1/2” 2. Luke Brennan, Thornton, CO 9 oz., 12 1/2” 3. Calvin Lerew, Loveland, CO 9 oz. 11 5/8” 4. Dana Messer, Commerce City, CO 8 1/4 oz. 10 3/4” 5. Raden Ratliff, Thornton, CO 8 oz., 10 ½” 6. Jack Borst, Mead, CO 7 ½ oz., 11” 7. Ely Montoya, Arvada, CO 7 1/2 oz. 10 ½” 10-15 FEMALE 1. Alyson Lukton, Loveland, CO 12 oz., 13 3/4” 2. Cadie Simpkins, Farmington, IA 9 1/2 oz. 11 ½”

10-15 MALE 1. Devan Ryan, Estes Park, CO 11oz. 13 3/4” 2. Colby Simpkins, Farmington, IA 10 1/2 oz., 12 3/8” 3. Charlie Muscott, Loveland, CO 10 oz. 11 3/4” 4. Josiah Tillman, Arvada, CO 9 oz. 16 ¼” 5. Jacob Luuton, Loveland, CO 7 ½ oz. 11 ¾” 6. Matthew Wishiewski, Littleton, CO 7 oz. 10” 6. Andrew Wishiewski, Littleton, CO 7 oz. 10” 16-59 FEMALE 1. Heather Bergman, Thornton, CO 1 lb. 10 oz. 17” 2. Nicole Bush, Longmont, CO 12 oz. 14” 3. Ayla Simpkins , Farmington, IA 12 oz. 13” 4. Donna Levengood, Cheyenne, WY 10 ½ oz. 13” 5. Ashley Ryan, Estes Park, CO 10 1/2 oz. 13” 6. Glady Hull, Longmont, CO 9 1/2 oz. 11 1/2” 16-59 MALE 1. David Dean, Longmont, CO 15 oz. 14 1/2” 2. Jorge Perez, Estes Park, CO 14 ½ oz. 13 7/8” 3. Robert Hernadez, Gill, CO 13 oz. 13” 4. Daniel Wright, Drake, CO 12 1/2 oz. 13 1/2” 5. Michael Matuseko, McHenery, IL 11 oz. 14” 6. Aaron Dew, Longmont, CO 11 oz. 12 3/4” 60+ FEMALE 1. Karen Coon, Longmont, CO 9 oz. 10 3/4” 2. Mina Coonts, Simla, CO 6 oz. 10” 60+ MALE 1. John Barnett, Brighton, CO 12 oz. 13 1/4” 2. John Hinton, Lakewood, CO 12 oz. 13” 3. Dave McCormick, Estes Park, CO 9 1/2 oz. 12 3/4”

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Employment Now hiring kitchen positions Apply in person at: 1675 State Hwy. 66

Harmony Foundation, an adult alcohol/ drug residential treatment center in Estes Park has the following openings available: Night Nursing Positions open – LPN or RN Must have Colorado nursing license.

Nurse Practitioner – Scheduled Occasional, 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. one day a week.

HELP WANTED All Positions Apply at 1633 Raven Ave.

Adult Sports 2015 Family Kickball Drop-In/Adult Only Kickball Drop-In Since the EVRPD was not able to get enough teams for the Family Kickball League, we will be offering Family Kickball Drop-In on Friday nights. Children must be 9 years old and capable of playing with adults and have parent permission. Adult Only Kickball Drop-In will also be offered on Friday nights. Players must be 16 years old or older. Kickball is Friday nights from June 5-July 31. Family Kickball is from 6-8 p.m. Adult Only Kickball is from 8-9 p.m. *(time may extend depending on participation numbers). The cost for drop-in kickball is $5 for each participant per each session. You can also purchase a punch pass for $45 (10 punches, 10% savings), which is good for both sessions and anyone you allow may use it. All participants must sign in and pay prior to playing. Please call Cheryl Sarnwick at 586-8191 ext. 3 or Cheryl@evrpd.com for more information.

Rockies Skill Challenge The Rockies Skill Challenge is a FREE, state-wide event, for youth to participate against their peers in throwing, base running, and batting. The Rockies Skill Challenge is Saturday, June 20, 10 a.m., at Stanley Park. There are separate boys and girls divisions for ages 6-13 years old (age as of 12/31/15). The first place winners in each age group and division advance to the Sectional Competition. The winners of the Sectional Competition advances to the State Championship at the Coca-Cola All-Star Park in Lakewood and receives tickets to the Rockies game. Volunteers are needed to run this event.

“Diamond Days;” Summer Baseball Series and Movie Join us this summer for “Diamond Days”! High school baseball coach, Kaleb Hightower, and HS ball players will be hosting multiple baseball skills clinics throughout the summer. The clinics will be available for ages 6 years old to 14.

Throughout the years the love and desire for continuing youth sports through middle school and into high school has dropped. The goal is to develop the skills and knowledge needed to play HS base-

ball and to inspire passion in kids to keep playing sports. After the summer series we will be hosting a showing of a baseball film. These clinics are FREE and dates are to be determined. Stay tuned for further updates!

Tennis Beginner tennis programs are available this summer for 8-10 year olds using smaller courts, restricted bounce balls, and special racquets. Tennis lessons are also available for 11-16 year olds using regulation size courts and equipment.

Three sessions are available for each age group. Session 1: 6/2/15-6/12/15. Session 2: 7/7/15-7/17/15. Session 3: 7/28/158/7/15. All sessions are Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at the Stanley Park Courts. 8-10 years olds are 9-10 a.m. 1116 year olds are 10-11 a.m. Registration is 4/1/15-ongoing. In-District: $45. Outof-District: $56.

Coaches and Volunteers Wanted Coaches and volunteers are needed for our various activities. If you would like to become involved, please contact me today at the contact listed below. Various practice times available for youth baseball. Coaches receive a ballcap, coaches shirt, team photo, and we will waive the registration fee for your child.

4 Star Baseball Umpires Wanted Need extra cash this summer? Then join the EVRPD staff and become a youth baseball umpire this summer! Responsible, confident, and reliable persons wanted. No experience required, but a sports background or previous umpiring experience is highly encouraged. Games start the week of June 2 and go through mid-July. Weeknight games starting at 6pm. To join our team, contact Cheryl Sarnwick at 970-586-8191 ext. 3 or at Cheryl@evrpd.com.

Registration/Contact Us Online registration is available at www.evrpd.com. Drop-in registration is available at the EVRPD Admin Office at 690 Big Thompson Ave. Cost is $38/InDistrict and $48/Out-of-District, unless otherwise noted. For more information, contact Cheryl Sarnwick at 970-5868191, ext. 3, or at Cheryl@evrpd.com.

Help Wanted 3J Service Cleaning LLC House Keeping Seasonal Positions Available.

Call 970-371-7949 Apply at Windcliff 2220 Windcliff Dr.

Catering company looking to fill 2 positions,

Prep Cook Dishwasher

Detox Counselor Counselor to clients going through detoxification. Must have CAC II Certification or NAADAC equivalent and 2 yrs. experience working with chemically dependent clients.

Extended Care Program Coordinator Assumes responsibility as primary counselor to clients in Harmony’s extended care program. Must have CAC III Certification or NAADAC Equivalent. Master’s degree and mental health licensure preferred.

Part time Administrative Services Team Member Responsible for answering, screening & directing incoming phone calls. First point of contact for our clients/families. Must have excellent phone skills, at least 1 year experience with Excel & Word, 1 yr. previous office exp. & cheerful/professional manner.

Full Time and Occasional, Scheduled Health Center Assistant This position requires someone who is detail oriented, dependable and good customer service skills. CNA experience a plus.

Full Time Food Services Team Member Hours are Saturday 10:30 to 7:00 p.m., Sunday through Wednesday 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Must be dependable and have related kitchen/cooking experience.

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

Call 303-579-6183 or email info@jubilationscatering.com.

5 FULL TIME, YEAR ROUND POSITIONS WITH BENEFITS • 3 Medication Aide Position • 2 Cook/Prep/Dishwasher Positions

Duties: A job description is available for these positions for review on-line.

Knowledge / Skill / Experience • Excellent written and verbal communications skills • Excellent organization and interpersonal skills • Experience working with the elderly a plus • Flexibility and willingness to cross train interdepartmentally • No previous experience required, willing to train the right person

Hours: There are five (5) positions classified as fulltime, 32 hours minimum.

Benefits: Paid time off, health, dental and life insurance Training: On the job training provided • Starting wage for these positions is $11.17 per hour

To Apply: Must apply on line at www.good-sam.com Positions to open June 8, 2015 and close June 19, 2015 at 4pm.

EOE/VA/M/F/D All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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murphy’s Resort

HoUseKeePing Full Time/Part Time

Drop off resume and references at 1650 Big Thompson Ave. 970-480-2955

Rams Horn Village Resort has a year round full time position available in our Engineering/Maintenance Department:

Competitive pay based on experience, plus benefits package for full time employees. Great working environment in Estes Park’s only Gold Crown Resort.

We are looking for energetic, dependable people who are able to perform physical labor.

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

Rams Horn Village Resort has year round full time and part time positions available in our Guest Services/Housekeeping Department:

Competitive pay based on experience, plus benefits package for full time employees. Great working environment in Estes Park’s only Gold Crown Resort.

Our business stays busy year round and 40 hours per week are guaranteed through the winter. We are looking for energetic, dependable people who are able to perform physical labor.

Fridays and Saturdays are required.

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

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NOW HIRING DISHWASHERS, SAMPLE-BAR, COOKS, HOSTESS, BUSSERS & WAITSTAFF Apply in person at: 470 Prospect Village Dr.

Employment Now Hiring Seasonal Positions

Is hiring for:

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HoUseKeePeR / LAUndRY AttendAnt Full time seasonal position Experience preferred (will train right person)

Apply in person at: 1200 Fall River Road (Hwy 34 West) Estes Park, CO 80517 Online at: Info@DeerCrestResort.com Include your resume.

Call Ken Arnold with questions or to set up a time to meet at: 970-215-3066

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• Front Desk Clerk • AM Restaurant Servers • PM Restaurant Servers • General Maintenance • Hotel Houseman • Hotel Housekeepers • Conference Houseman • Banquet Servers • Fairgrounds Concessions

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

800 Moraine Avenue Event Center is hiring for Event Center Team Members.

Duties include setting up and tearing down for events and cleaning event center. Some weekends and nights. Team players only. Please apply in person to the Trout Haven Resorts Business Office or call 970.577.5151 for more information.

Immediate hire available.

NOW HIRING maintenance Person

Hard working, honest, reliable.

Pay based on experience. Reliable transportation a must. Full time, nights (in season), weekends, holidays. Able to write, read and communicate in English. Apply in person.

1400 David Dr. Estes Park, CO

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 MIDDLE SCHOOL 8th GRADE SCIENCE TEACHER 2015-2016

Full-time with benefits.

Starting August 17, 2015. Apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp/.

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

Position open until filled.

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Deer Crest is a non smoking property

• Wait staff • Host staff • Line Cook • service manager • dishwashers Apply in person 900 Moraine Ave

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT PAYROLL & BENEFITS COORDINATOR - FLSA Exempt 2015-2016

Starting July 1, 2015. Full-time with benefits.

Salary range is $39,418 – $44,597 depending on experience. Apply online at www.applitrack.com/estesschools/onlineapp/.

ESTES PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT R-3 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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SEASONAL PARK AND TRAIL MAINTENANCE WORKER Opening Date: June 12 2015

Closing Date: Until Filled

Normal Working Hours: Generally 5:30 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. or 7 A.M. to 3:30 P.M., depending upon daily work schedule. Some weekend and holiday work may be required.

Position Summary: Under supervision of the Parks & Trails Maintenance Manager, the Seasonal Maintenance Worker is a non-exempt position under FLSA, responsible for executing and performing duties for the Estes Valley Recreation and Park District’s Parks Department. Duties include general maintenance work on parks, and trails. This position requires the ability to perform a variety of routine and skilled maintenance, construction, custodial, and repair activities involving parks and recreation buildings, grounds, and equipment.

Pay range is $9.00 to $11.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. Limited recreation program benefits are included.

Interested applicants must complete an EVRPD application (available at EVRPD’s Administration Office, 690 Big Thompson Avenue in Estes Park or at www.evrpd.com).

Send application to: Estes Valley Recreation and Park District Attention Herb Loveall 690 Big Thompson Ave, PO Box 1379 Estes Park, CO 80517 For more information, contact Herb Loveall at 765-299-1805 or herb@evrpd.com EEO/AA/ADA

The Estes Valley Fire Protection District is looking for an energetic person to fill our Administrative/ Training Captain position.

For further information and/or and application please contact Administrative Assistant Erika Kostner @ (970) 577-0900 or ekostner@estesvalleyfire.org.

Job description and application can be downloaded at www.estesvalleyfire.org.

Application deadline is June 30, 2015. Salary range $55,000$67,500. Great benefit package.

Part-time Reservationists Commission-based.

Please call 303-902-2201.

NOW HIRING full & part-time seasonal employees.

Sales experience a plus but not required. Competitive pay, awesome store discounts, and positive work environment! Please apply in person at 358 E. Elkhorn Ave.

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Visit Estes Park has an opening for a full time Partner and Group Development Manager.

Responsibilities include developing and maintaining strong partner relationships with local businesses within the District. Responsible for education of the activities and value of Visit Estes Park. Duties include sales and service of advertising products, including web based services, Visitor Center advertising, and print advertising. Research, develop, price, implement and sell new partner advertising products. Will be responsible for leads and groups sales including conference and international.

Must be very motivated, a self-starter, proficient with technology, have excellent communication skills and thrive in a fast-paced, progressive environment. Ideal candidate has at least 5 years of sales and relationship building experience.

Salary is commensurate with experience in the range of $2,996 - $4,083 monthly plus benefits.

Description is also available on VisitEstesPark.com/Careers Submit resume and cover letter to EFogarty@VisitEstesPark.com

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

Prospect Park Living Center CNA – Full Time RN– Full Time and PRN LPN – Full Time and PRN New Life Center RN – Obstetrics – FT Ambulance EMT – Seasonal Paramedic – PRN Specialty Clinic Receptionist – FT

Laboratory Medical Technologist, ASCP or MLT

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

EPMC offers competitive wages and benefits.

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Year Round Assistant Chef (AM) Housekeeping Crew Leader Housekeeping Office Manager Human Resources Director Seasonal & Part Time (PT) Positions Conference Setup and Support Executive Office Receptionist Family Reservations Agent Lifeguards Painter Assistant Preschool Teacher Registered Nurse Switchboard Operator Overviews & applications are on our website: ymcarockies.org/work (970) 586-3341 x1032

Equal Opportunity Employer

Now Hiring:

Servers, Bussers, Hosts, Shift Manager, Bartenders Experienced Grill Cooks Assistant General Manager

Apply at 134 W. Elkhorn Ave Call 970 586-8838

Patterson Glassworks Studio Apply within at 323 W. Elkhorn Ave. Estes Park, CO. 80517 Part-time, Gallery

Dunraven Inn looking for

- line cook

Great pay. Seasonal or year round.

40 Hours a week.

-Dishwasher

Silver Saddle

Now Hiring EvENING LauNDRy/ MaINtENaNCE Must be available to work 3pm - 11pm. Excellent wages.

Please come in to apply.

2470 Colorado 66 out by the YMCA 970-586-6409

Must be a non-smoker. apply in person –or– send resume

BEST WESTERN PLUS Silver Saddle 1260 Big Thompson Avenue Email: cory@estesresort.com

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

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

No calls please

PAINTERS NEEDED! Busy painting contractor needs help.

Experience required. Work outdoors this summer. Full Time and Part Time positions available.

Call Tim at Bestway-Painting 970-518-4001.

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

We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

Houseman / HSKP Runner (Permanent Full Time @ $11.62/hr)

Laundry Associate (Permanent Part Time @ $11.48/hr)

Housekeeper (Permanent Full Time @ Piece Rate per unit or $10.79/hr for prep time)

NOW HIRING:

• Checkers • Deli clerks Apply in person 900 Moraine Ave

Estes Park Trolleys (formerly Fun Tyme Trolleys) is looking for part-time CDL drivers (with P endorsement) for the Summer Season.

If interested, call 970-481-8531.

Come work for the best resort in Estes Park. We strive to be the very best!

Benefits include Paid Vacations, 401K matching, company training and lots of opportunity to grow.

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

Maintenance Department Master Electrician Certified HVAC Technician General Maintenance Technician

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

EPMC offers competitive wages and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Administrative Clerk I Finance Department Hiring Range $13.89 - $16.33 per hour Non-Exempt Position Close Date: June 19, 2015

Civil Engineer I/II (Pavement Project Management) Public Works/Engineering Division Civil Engineer I Hiring Range $1,940 - $2,377 per pay period Exempt Position Civil Engineer II Hiring Range $2,391 - $2,929 per pay period Exempt Position Close Date: Open Until Filled (Town employment application required)

Brynwood On The River HOUSEKEEPING

Energetic, hard working housekeepers needed now through mid-Oct. $1,100 - $1,300 mo + tips, earned weekly bonus & generous end of season bonus. Must have valid drivers license.

Prior experience helpful.

Call: (970) 586-3475.

Some housing available for employees only.

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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Employment Receptionists and Registered Nail Techs Needed Please email cover letter and resume to: Melissa@RiverspointeSpa.com.

Spa will call for furthering interview process.

Help us Help Others Become a CAREGiver

Brighten the lives of older adults in your community. Provide non-medical home care services to our greatest generation! *No medical background required* *Training and Support provided* *Flexible Day, Evening, Over night and Weekend shifts* Sign on Bonus for Estes Park area!

Apply online to homeinstead.com/northerncolorado Or call Amalia Ornelas for more information (970) 494-0289 Web Brochure: www.HISC365CG.digbro.com Build Trust, Take the Lead and Share your Heart

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3 bd, 3 bath, 2 car attached gar., 3,041 sq ft, .9 acres in town, 1-2 year lease, no smoking, no dogs, $1,950 per month. Available July 1. south@stalkerstickbows.com

Condos 2 BD, 1 BA condos, 928 sq ft.1 yr lease / short term lease variable rates. Call Real Living - 1st Choice Real Estate Services at: 970-669-9696. Equal Opportunity Housing

Commercial Rentals Spacious 3 room suite with 2 large corner offices.

Convenient access to anywhere in the village from this 924 sqft executive space in an established business plaza. Unit features high ceilings, storage closet, private bath, individual air/heat, and automatic lighting. Plenty of handicapped accessible parking.

Call today; immediate occupancy available.

Peggy Lynch (owner) RE/MAX Mountain Brokers 970-586-1000

Wants To Rent Seeking Long Term House Rental 1 or 2 bedrooms, outside of town okay. Call Donna 586-1988 or 970-203-1750

2013 F700 GS BMW motorcycle, lots of extras including Touratech side and top bags. Less than 9000 miles. New tires. $9800. Call Brad at 970-212-6780 to see.

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SERVICES

Need Help Selling Something?

Will help you sell your Household items, vehicles, jewelry, furniture, electronics, etc. online Friendly Service, Reasonable Fees!

Call Derek in EP at 210-393-3735

Pet Care Can Am Spyder RS, 1K, $9,000, manual 5-speed, garaged. 970/586-5166

Misc.

Cash for unwanted and junk vehicles.

970-396-0435

SERVICES Home Repair/Service HANDYMAN SERVICES RELIABLE. REASONABLE. 970-215-7560

Domestically Wild Canine Grooming Spa Christine Kalencki (970)480-7011 Certified in all breeds and styles Humanity Before Vanity

Pet Care in Your Home!

Compassionate, experienced professional for daily or vacation care of your domestic, farm, and exotic pets. Bonded and insured. Renee Hodgden (970) 232-6231

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TRANSPORTATION Cars 1 Owner 1990 Lexus 400 150K Miles. Mechanically excellent. Needs Paint. For price call 504-430-3381

2003 mustang conv.31k mi.,new tires,like new auto,6cyl./ od,clean title,carfax,all books,2 keys,fun driving in EP. 577-9925

LOCALS CONCRETE & ROOFING Driveways-SlabsStamped-Roofing Call for a free estimate 970-412-0332

Landscaping

Foot/Nail Care Incl. foot soak, toenail cutting, callus removal, massage. Clinic and home visits.

Cynthia Soguero, RN The â&#x20AC;&#x153;FOOT CARE NURSEâ&#x20AC;?

970-443-8494

Other-Misc Critter Gitter of Northern Colorado Announcing Organic will take care of your nuisance wildlife problems.

Non-Chemical Plant & We can help with Ground Tree Treatment for the Squirrel, Vole, Rabbit, Estes Valley. Now being ofDeer, Elk, Beaver and fered by Tahosa Forest more. Call us today Services, Phil Taylor, 970.219.1629 (970) 577-9276, tfservices@msn.com

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

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Portable water evap. fan CONVAIR WESTWIND with stand on rollers $150 970 577-1853

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HOUSEHOLD Small portable radiator oil heater PELONIS on rollers $75 970 577-1853

REAL ESTATE

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OPEN HOUSE-OFFERS July 3 & 10, 1:00â&#x20AC;&#x201C;5:00pm 2 BR 1 ½ BA Condo,F/P, Refrig, DW, Stove, W/D 514 Grand Estates Dr. B2, FSBO $186,500 OBO 720-771-2690

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Commercial Spaces for sale and lease.

Call Eric. Anderson Realty. 586-2950

Condos/Townhomes

SALES Estate Sale VISTA RIDGE 3BR 3BA Everything Must Go! condo. $272500. All appl Sat, 13th from 8-1 incl w/d, FP, 1 car gar.

Antiques, clawfoot tub, Master suite main level, 2 BR and great loft/office up- tools, cabin , lots of misc. stairs. Unrestricted deed. 1527 Devils Gulch Road 970 577-9159.

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Decorative, camping, old books, dishes, paintings, office supplies, 264 Solomon Dr. clothes, lamps, light (Prospect Estates) fixture, 27â&#x20AC;? TV, small Sat. 7:30-2pm, Sun. 8am12pm. Moving, Everything entertainment center, etc.

Goes! Crawl space 1741 Wildfire - 2 blocks off sump pumps & Hwy 34- turn at Sombrero dehumififiers, elec.

Stables Fri/Sat 8am-3pm heaters, car refrig., tools, Rain Shine - inside snowblower, lamps, pictures, clothes, coffee taGARAGE SALE bles, table & chairs, 4 143 Pole Hill Rd. metal storage cabinets, Saturday, June13th fans, bookshelves, 9 AM to 1 PM, rugs, archery bow, misc. furniture, misc.

May have to park MOVING SALE: on Pole Hill Rd. all must go. Saturday,

Garage Sales

June 13, 8 am to 6 pm, at 516 Grand Estates Dr. Lots of stuff. Come get yours! Call 970-290-2707 with any questions.

Multi Family Garage Sale Saturday, 6/13, 7:30-noon Motorcycles, furniture, tools, misc.

2400 Long View Dr.

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Saturday SALE June 13 8-1 Clubhouse 1155 S.St. Vrain. Park in Visitor Spaces. Saris, Jewelry, Shoes, Shirts & More!

Misc. Sales

Yard Sale Sat. 13, 8-5 1774 Hwy 66 Tools, Knick Knacks, Furniture Lumber Lots of Misc.

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ARCHITECTURE

FLOWER SALE! Beautiful, unique hanging baskets. Avail 10 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

Sat. & Sun. at 611 MacGregor Ave. 970-586-6347.

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

Estes Park Housing Authority will close the Section 8 HousWe do the work, ing Program wait list effective you make the $$.

06/12/2015. The list will remain closed until 35 yrs. Exp., Local, further notice.

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Rare Opportunity in Popular Park River

2 Acres with Views and Trees

Immaculate Park River unit with master in the cathedraled loft, an expansive main level with open kitchen, dining, and living area with easy flow onto large open deck to views and river sounds in this beautifully landscaped and well maintained complex.

Two more bedrooms & spacious garage on lower level. Move in ready, including furnishings at $399,000. Call for info & showing times.

One of the largest lots located in highly desirable Kiowa Ridge, Lot 25 offers 2.03/acres & captures long-range mountain views & end-of-the-road privacy.

Also backs to 24 acres of conservation easement protected land. Upscale neighborhood is covenant protected, has city utilities & offers the ideal locale for your new home. Only a few lots remaining, don't wait...buy now!

639 Park River Place

$185,000 0 Kiowa Court, Lot 25

Breathtaking Views from Every Window Experience privacy & serenity found only in the mountains on a wooded lot adjacent to 6-acres of open space. 4200+sf, open floor plan w/spacious kitchen & dining, living & great rooms w/fireplaces, game room & 5 bedroom suites. Amazing outdoor spaces, multiple decks & patios where you can unwind. Don’t pass up this one of a kind home, location & opportunity!

Attainable Housing Beautifully finished 2+ bedroom home in The Neighborhood with large private fenced yard, big deck & nice landscaping. Only 3 years old, this home comes with upgraded S/S appliances, a 6x6 walk-in pantry, large kitchen, beautiful interior finishes, gas fireplace and more! Views of Long's Peak, Lumpy Ridge & the North End make this home a must see! $295,000 1815 Gray Hawk Court

$898,500 1631 Zermatt Trail

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Convenient & Affordable 4 Bedroom Home Great opportunity to own a 4-bedroom home featuring 1100+sf of living space, updated kitchen & bath, high efficiency heating system, laundry/mud room, detached 2-car garage & spacious yard. Central location puts schools, Lake Estes, walk/bike trails, downtown & the Fairgrounds-Event Center all w/in walking distance. A great full-time residence, getaway or rental/investment.

20-Acre Mountain Estate Enjoy comfortable living & room for all w/ 5 bedroom suites, each w/ custom crafted baths & SW feel. Gorgeous garden areas & multiple outdoor spaces where your cares will slip away. Ideal horse property w/ endless riding & hiking adventures from your yard as property backs to National Forest. Minutes to Estes Park, shopping & dining. All the best of mountain living... $725,000 6777 US Highway 36

2 Acres of Trees, Views & Total Silence Just 1 mile off Highway 36, in Pinewood Springs, are 2-very-private acres worlds away from the hustle & bustle. Build your dream home/mountain getaway where you can enjoy the peacefulness of the Rocky Mountains. Driveway & well already installed! Easy drive to Longmont, Boulder, National Forest & RMNP, giving you the services you need & tranquil mountain living you long for... $129,000 922 Estes Park Estates Drive

$245,000 341 4th Street

River Front Estate Stunning estate on the Big Thompson River. Five BR log home plus historic cabin on 1.56 acres. Great Room with massive fireplace & log beams. Gourmet kitchen features SS appliances and granite. Master suite has 6-piece bath w/elegant tile work. Historic cabin has 3 bedrooms/2 baths, WB fireplace & full kitchen. Great investment, residence or corporate retreat. $2,190,000 www.2222Highway66.com

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Tucked in the Pines

Your Castle in Estes

Meticulous 4 BR, 3 BA home tucked in the pines.This home features multiple decks to enjoy the wooded setting, 2 F/P, 3 main floor bedrooms/one private downstairs bedroom. Spacious kitchen is accented by granite counters and tile floors. Master suite with sitting area has private deck & mountain views.

Quiet, established neighborhood provides easy access to town.

Let your cares drift away as you revel in the views from this luxurious mountain home in Estes Park, CO. Complete with chef’s kitchen, 2 master suites, +3 bedrooms, 4 baths, game room, media area, 5 car garage and so much more. It’s time to get away and this is the place… $889,000 2500 Grey Fox Drive

$495,000 1074 Pine Knoll Drive

Enchanting Devils Gulch Retreat on 9+ Acres Timeless home with one-level living & inviting covered porches. High end finishes & creative touches throughout lend ambiance & character to the 4 bed/4 bath home. Gourmet kitchen w/ Thermador ssa, stone counters, one-of-a-kind entertainment bar, soaring greatroom w/ mossrock fireplace & inviting decks + huge barn/workshop ready for hobbies & toys. Splendid seclusion awaits...

Estes Park Getaway This fixed week 52, RARE 2 BR unit at the Historic Crags Lodge sleeps 6 with the sleeper sofa. Overlooking beautiful Estes Park, Lumpy Ridge, and walking distance from town, this unit offers charm, comfort and convenience. $1,700 300 E. Riverside Drive #208

$1,395,000 1732 Devils Gulch Road

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You haven’t seen this lot yet!

Views, a plethora of views to the N, S, and W! This quiet 1.19 acre lot has all the raw material you need to create an incredible setting for your new home.

Follow Ponderosa off Carriage Drive, R on Sunset Lane, and walk the lot. Sewer tap is paid. It’s a sleeper! $157,000 2710 Sunset Lane

Exquisite Home in Thunder Mountain Rich, rustic upgrades throughout. Grand living spaces... warm GR w/vaulted T&G ceilings & native rock F/P. Gourmet kitchen w/ stainless appliances, large island, honed granite, & slate floors. Dining w/rustic wood floors & wooded views. Master suite w/steam shower. Walk into RMNP. End of the road privacy w/ views of the Mummy Range. Make your dream come true!

2729 Cumulus Drive

Christian Collinet, Broker/Owner 970-231-8570 Janine Dawley, Marketing Coordinator Mindy Stone Office Coordinator Diane Visintainer Administrative Assistant Brad Barnett, Broker Assoc. 970-212-6780

Commercial Property Commercial building with over 800 sf of space available for Rental, or Purchase of the entire 1600 sf facility in good condition, excellent location. Current tenant spaces are leased to end of 2015. Additional land behind building available for expansion, parking, equipment.

Great location E of Hwy 7 on Woodstock. Call Judy for details. $227,000 purchase price, Rental rate TBD. $227,000 1160 Woodstock Drive

Jeremy Collinet, Broker Assoc. 970-302-1850 Julia Daley, Broker Assoc. 720-937-0806 Sue Magnuson, GRI, Broker. Assoc. 970-214-0319 Judy Nystrom, GRI, Broker. Assoc. 303-506-5466 Glinda Doyle Assistant to Judy Nystrom

Custom Home in Stanley Historic District Designed for comfortable everyday living & grand entertaining, the home features a stately living room & gourmet kitchen, along w/family, sun & billiard rooms & workout spa w/jetted tub. Master suite w/2 walk-in closets & luxurious bath. Double lot features protected, terraced perennial garden. Come home to iconic views of Longs Peak,The Continental Divide & the Stanley Hotel. $849,500 631 Findley Court

Mike Richardson, GRI, CNE, Broker Assoc. 970-215-2722 Heidi Riedesel, CNE, Broker Assoc. 970-691-7083 Lori Smith, Broker Assoc. 970-232-5511 Jack Smith, Broker Assoc. 970-231-7327 Tom Thomas, Broker Assoc. 970-481-3619