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Hot Tips FUN Summer Beauty Ideas

Anjelah Johnson at Memorial Hall Grand Opening

Fresh Air Loaf ‘N Jug Chile & Frijoles Festival SoCO Eat & Drink

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Hall of Fame Our Gratitude to the Wildland Firefighters

If Life is a Highway Trinidad Elks Honor America’s Mast

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF/OWNER E.R.A. McCarthey

Hall of Shame Canary Vandals

Genuine Femininity

5 Wonderful Summer Salads SoCO Shopping

Government Bringing Hope and Ending Battles

ART & DESIGN DIRECTOR/OWNER Jay Martinez

SoCo Sports Summertime is Trigger Time SoCO Entertainment

Summer Camp

SoCO Treasures

Trojans Excel in the Classroom

The Love Drug and Other Love Facts SoCO Nightlife

Horoscopes

Paw News Bonding With Your Cat

SoCOlorful Map

Free Your Mind

A SoCOlorful Summer

In The Springs

Southern Colorado Magic SoCO Services

5 Newly Certified Creative Districts

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A SoCOlorful By Kathleen Donnelly Skies of azure blue with fluffy white clouds, emerald green foliage punctuated with canary yellows, orange orange, rose pinks, amethyst flowers, and the red, white and blue of “Old Glory”…these are the colors of a SoCo July. There are as many things to do in Southern Colorado this month as there are colors in a color wheel. You can brave whitewater rapids or paddle around an alpine lake. There are fairs and festivals and laser tag battles. Feed giraffes at the zoo or take the family to visit a wolf rescue center in Divide, or Serenity Springs Wildlife Center’s exotic animals in Calhan. Pull on your cowboy boots for the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo and hold your breath for that motionless second before the chute is opened, while the cowboy balances and the clown hides, and the bull accelerates into the dusty arena. Play 9 or 18 holes of golf at one of SoCo’s picturesque and challenging golf courses. Sing along with Arlo Guthrie, tune into the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, tap your toes to the Charlie Daniels Band, and order your tickets for the “Sound of Music”. Whether you prefer Shakespeare and Beethoven or stand up and karaoke, SoCo has casts of colorful characters to make you laugh and cry, and wonder at the diversity and power of the English language. Take a concert train for a concert on a mountaintop; feel the drumbeat and thrill to the traditional dances and ornate costumes of the Koshare Indian Dancers, relax outside for a summer evening’s concert in Colorado Springs. Slide down a sand dune at the Great Sand Dunes National Park or take a trip to the Royal Gorge Bridge with endless mountains and sky above and deep, scenic canyon with tiny Arkansas River rafters far, far below. Walk the streets of a ghost town museum, or get lost in thought at an Anasazi cliff dwelling. Watch the jets and gliders over the Air Force Academy, and treat the kids to Christmas in July with a visit to the North Pole Santa’s Workshop. Look for some little treasure at a giant flea market or wander around a cheery Farmer’s Market brimming with plump veggies, homemade jams and jellies, fresh breads, potted herbs, and maybe a delicious breakfast burrito or tamale. And what is the summer without the crack of the bat and a hot dog with mustard at the old ball park! Don’t miss an outing with the family to see the Colorado Springs Sky Sox, or the Raton Osos and the Trinidad Triggers this summer.

and progress showcased at SoCo’s museums and tours. There are museums for enthusiasts of motorcycles, aircraft, mining, railroad, history, candy, western art, prisons, dinosaurs, forts, and more! Summer is for kids, a time to let imaginations soar, creating paintings and potholders, telling stories, seeing new sights. It Is a time for going to camps and meeting new friends. A time for sliding and splashing , bikes and playgrounds, running races and playing tag in the green grass while mom lays out the picnic lunch. Summer is a time for cartwheels and hide ‘n go seek, a time for jumping on trampolines and spending time with their families. With all of the colorful shades and hues of things to do, summer is a time for families to have fun together All Around Southern Colorado.

Around SoCO Summertime Events

July 23 Sahirrnee & Friends Belly Dancing July 30 Phil Volan & Joleen Bell August 6 Jessica Tezak August 13 Fireweed August 20 Barry Ward August 27 Flash Cadillac La Junta June-July Koshare Indian Dancers (17 scheduled performances) Pueblo July 12 Pueblo Memorial Hall Grand Opening Concert “Anjelah Johnson” stand up comedy Aug 8 Pueblo Memorial Hall Concert “Brian Regan”

Canon City August 2 Jazz Downtown “Wasabi” August 2 First Friday Art Walk August 10 Firemen’s Ball Benefit Fundraiser for Canon City Volunteer Fire Dept. Cuchara July 27 Francisco Fort Day La Veta Sept 26-29 9th Annual Spanish Peaks International Celtic Music Festival Pueblo Jul 22-27 National Little Britches Final Rodeo Aug 23-Sept 2 Colorado State Fair Sept 20-22 Chile & Frijoles Festival Trinidad June-Oct Farmers’ Market in Cimino Park (Saturday mornings) July 12-13 The 3rd Annual Mt. Carmel Festival July 29-Aug 2 Las Animas County Fair Sept 2 Labor Day Parade Sept 13-15 ArtoCade Art Car Parade and Festivities Westcliffe July 11-14 High Mountain Hay Fever Bluegrass Festival August 17-18 Wet Mountain Western Jubilee September 7 High Peaks Music Festival

Summer Concerts in SoCO Colorado State Fair Pueblo August 23 Randy Hauser August 24 Dwight Yoakam August 28 The Oak Ridge Boys August 29 Little Big Town August 30 Seether August 31 Lynyrd Skynyrd September 1 Creedence Clearwater Revisited

What a beautiful outdoor wonderland we have to enjoy in SoCo with our State Parks and National Forests, campgrounds, lakes, rivers, streams, hiking trails, and wildlife areas. Many happy memories are created on family camping trips. Commune with the universe as you spend a few days in our natural environment and a few nights gazing at the galaxies.

Concert Trains – Mountaintop Concerts Rio Grande Scenic Railroad July 13,14 Joey + Rory July 20,21 Trout Fishing In America July 27,28 Michael Martin Murphey August 3,4 Roy Rivers August 10,11 Ricky Skaggs August 17,18 Bill and Michael Hearne August 24,25 Michael Martin Murphey Sept 7,8 Flying W Wranglers Sept 14,15 Michael Martin Murphey

Meander through unique art galleries for a look into the inner thoughts and expressions of SoCo’s creative artists. Be ready to be inspired by the human diversity

Canon City – Entertainment in the Park July 9 USAF Band Wild Blue Country July 16 Sugarfoo

Summer Theatre in SoCO Canon City July 27, Aug 3, A Murder Mystery on the 10,17,24 Royal Gorge Route Railroad La Junta July 25-27, The Picketwire Players Musical/Comedy Aug 1-3 “Urinetown” La Veta July 24-28 Francisco Center for the Performing Arts - Melodrama: “The Shame of Tombstone” Pueblo Coming Summer Musical “Oklahoma” by Steel City Theatre Company July 13,14, Damon Runyon Repertory Theatre 19,20,21 “Sunset Boulevard” Raton Raton’s Professional Summer Repertory Theatre Season presented by the Santa Fe Trail School for the Performing Arts July 11,12 “Murder at Howard Johnson’s” July 4,5,13,14, “Two by Two” 20,21 July 18,19,25, “Steel Magnolias” 26, Aug 2,3 July 27,28, “Clue – The Musical” Aug 1 Aug 9,10,11 “School House Rock”

Trinidad July 12,13,26 Southern Colorado Repertory Aug 4,8,17 Theatre – “Tom, Dick and Harry” July 11,14,27 Southern Colorado Repertory 28, Aug 1,9 Theatre – “25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” July 20,21,25 Southern Colorado Repertory Aug 2,3,11,15 Theatre – “The Last Romance”

Around SoCO places to go Alamosa Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado Gators Reptile Park Canon City The Royal Gorge Bridge and Park Colorado City Bishop’s Castle Greenhorn Valley Between La Junta & Trinidad Picket Wire Canyon Rock Art and Dinosaur Tracks, U.S. Forest Service conducts 4 wheel drive(your own) tours Saturdays in April, May, June, September and October Raton, NM Capulin National Volcano

Outdoor SoCO Boating, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Wildlife Areas Colorado City Lake Isabel Greenhorn Valley Highway Blue and Bear Lakes and campground of Legends Monument Lake Resort and Campground North Lake John B. Farley Wildflower Trail Bosque del Oso State Wildlife Area Las Animas John Martin Reservoir, Lake Hasty campsites, birdwatching (400 species) Pueblo Lake Pueblo State Park Raton, NM Sugarite Canyon State Park and Lake Maloya Trinidad Trinidad Lake State Park, Trinidad Riverwalk Walsenburg Lathrop State Park, Cuerno Verde & Hogback Nature Trail

Activities Around SoCO Baseball Pecos League Pro Baseball Raton Osos, Pecos League Pro Baseball Trinidad Triggers Geocaching Trinidad Lake State Park Golf Desert Hawk Golf Course in Pueblo West, Elmwod Golf Course in Pueblo, Walking Stick Golf Course in Pueblo, Safari Mini Golf in Pueblo, Epic Entertainment 19 hole Mini Golf in Pueblo, Hollydot at Colorado City, Grandote Peaks Golf Course on Hwy 12, La Junta Golf Club, La Junta Mini Golf Course, Trinidad Municipal Golf Course, Raton Municipal Golf Course, Walsenburg Municipal Golf Course Rafting/ Arkansas River Rafting, Whitewater Tubing Kayak and Recreation Park Pueblo Riverwalk Park Shooting NRA Whittington Center Sports

Train Rides Rio Grande Scenic Rail Road, Royal Gorge Route Railroad Wine Tasting The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey

Creative SoCO

La Veta Kathy Hill’s Studio Gallery, Inner Idea Artists/ Whitmore Gallery, Pinon Hill Art Gallery, Pinon Hill Pottery, Shalawalla Gallery, Spanish Peaks Arts Council – SPACe Gallery in the Park Pueblo Sangre de Cristo Arts Center, Steel City Art Works, Three One Three Gallery Union Street, John Deaux Art Gallery, Pueblo Art Guild Gallery Raton, NM Old Pass Gallery Trinidad Gallery Main Trinidad Area Arts Council, The Corazon Gallery, The Mitchell Art Center, Galerie Vivante, Oasis Studios, Frank Images, Golden Eagle Gallery, Elm Street Gallery, Down Town Trinidad: July 26 and August 30 Friday Night ART Trek Artwalks 5- 8 p.m.

“So COol” Fun For Kids La Junta June – August La Junta Municipal Pool and Wipe Out Water Slides Year Round Sk8 Way Skate Park

La Junta Bent’s Old Fort National Historic Site, The Koshare Indian Museum, Otero Museum

Pueblo May 29- City Park rides and party & picnic area August 25 Opening City Park, Mineral Palace, Bessemer June 7 and Mitchell Park pools August 23 – State Fair carnival Sept 2 Friday Nights Pueblo Lazer Light Skate at Pueblo Ice Arena Year Round The Pueblo Zoo June-August Rock Canyon Swim Beach at Lake Pueblo State Park Year Round The Nature and Raptor Center of Pueblo

La Veta Francisco Fort Museum

Raton Year Round Raton Indoor Aquatic Center

Raton, NM Raton Museum

Trinidad June - August Trinidad Family Aquatic Center Year Round Trinidad Skate Park

SoCO Museums Canon City Museum of Colorado Prisons, Dinosaur Depot Museum

Pueblo Rosemount Museum, Buell Children’s Museum, Info Zone Museum, El Pueblo Museum Trinidad A.R. Mitchell Museum, Louden-Henritze Archaeology Museum, Old Firehouse No. 1 Trinidad Children’s Museum, Trinidad History Museum complex includes the Bloom Mansion, The Baca House, The Santa Fe Trail Museum, and the Heritage Gardens Walsenburg Museum of Friends, Walsenburg Mining Museum

Walsenburg May 10- Friday Art Laboratory for ages 5 to 14 August 9

Women Redefining Business The 4th Annual Southwest Colorado Women’s Small Business Conference Join the Colorado SBDC for educational seminars, oneon-one consulting, valuable networking opportunities and exciting keynote speakers in Durango on July 12, 2013! Friday July 12th, 2013 Where: Double Tree Hotel 501 Camino Del Rio Durango, CO 81301 970-259-6580 Cost: Early registration fee: $45 After June 29: $50 Exhibitor fee: $100 Scholarships: Thank you to the Durango Women’s Resource Center for providing scholarships!

In The Springs Summertime Events Colorado Springs July 9 Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Parade July 10-13 Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo July 13 Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center Wild West Family Adventure Day. Free. July 19-21 & Rocky Mountain State Games 26-28 July 20 Blues Under the Bridge Aug 17 Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center Make a Splash Family Adventure Day. Free. Sept 5 Indy Music Awards Festival Sept 7 Imagination Celebration What IFFestival of Innovation and Imagination. Tejon Street 10 a.m.-4p.m. Florence August 23-25 Americana Music & Arts Festival

Summer Concerts Colorado Springs Philharmonic July 20 America the Beautiful July 27 The Music of Journey Sept 21-22 Beethoven 5 Sept 28 The Music of ABBA First & Main Summer Concerts July 12 Oakhurst July 19 Jake Loggins Band July 26 That Eighties Band World Arena Pikes Peak Center July 13 Arlo Guthrie July 18 Michael Jackson HIStory II Show July 30 Bill Burr comedy Aug 6 Amy Helm and The Handsome Strangers Aug 11 Ben Taylor Aug 16 Mel Tillis Aug 30 Michael McDonald Sept 25 Diana Krall Opera Theatre of the Rockies July 10- Vocal Arts Festival Aug 7 July 16 Vocal Arts Idol July 21 Let’s Make a Scene Aug 2-4 The Sound of Music Aug 7 POPERA in the Quad Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts July 13 Acoustic Eidolon Concert July 26 Byrd & Street Concert Aug 31 Tri-Lakes Music Festival featuring Headliner Charlie Daniels Band

Theatre Colorado Springs Aug 1-4 Youth Rep performances ” Pippin” Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center’s SaGaJi Theatre Aug 1-24 “Cymbeline” by William Shakespeare Theatre Works at Rock Ledge Ranch Manitou Springs Year Round Iron Springs Chateau Melodrama Tu-Sa Dinner Theater

Places to Go Colorado Springs Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Cave of the Winds Tours, Colorado Springs Flea Market, Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center, North Pole Santa’s Workshop, Patsy’s Candies candy making tours, Pikes Peak Cog Railway, Seven Falls, The Space Foundation Discovery Center, U.S. Olympic Training Center Tour, United States Air Force Academy Barry Goldwater Visitor Center, Venetucci Farm

Forest Rampart Range Motorized Recreation Area, The Crags Campground, South Platte River and trout streams, Buffalo Creek Mountain Bike Area, the Centennial Trail

Activities Golf Adventure Miniature Golf and Batting Cages, Glowgolf at Chapel Hills Mall Action Adventures Out West, All Star Paintball, First Ascent Mountain School Baseball Colorado Springs Sky Sox Wine Tasting The Wines of Colorado, Cascade, CO

Colorful Creative Colorado Springs

Calhan Serenity Springs Wildlife Center

Colorado Springs Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center Taylor Museum of Art, Cottonwood Center for the Arts, Gallery 113, Mardosz Fine Art Gallery, Van Briggle Art Pottery, Verve

Cripple Creek Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge RR, Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine Tours

Manitou Springs Business of Art Cente, Commonwheel Artists Co-op, Tracy Miller Studio Gallery, 3rd Friday Art Walk

Divide Colorado Springs Wolf & Wildlife Center

Old Colorado City Michael Garman Museum and Gallery

Manitou Springs Manitou Cliff Dwellings

Palmer Lake Tri-Lake Center for the Arts

Outdoor Boating, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Wildlife Areas Colorado Springs Pikes Peak Highway 14,110 ft. summit Cheyenne Mountain State Park, America the Beautiful Park, Prospect Lake Fitness Trail, Criterium Trail, Midland Trail, Pikes Peak Greenway Trail, Monument Valley Park, Quail Lake Park, Quail Lake Fitness Trail, Rampart Park, Wilson Ranch Park Divide Mueller State Park Florissant Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument Lake George Eleven Mile State Park Spinney Mountain State Park Manitou Springs Manitou Park’s Fishing Pond Pike National Rampart Reservoir Area, Meadow Ridge Campground, Thunder Ridge Campground

Explore our Museums Colorado Springs ANA Money Museum, Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center Taylor Museum of Art, Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, Dr. Lester L. Williams Fire Museum, Ghost Town Museum, May Natural History Museum, McAllister House Museum, National Museum of WWII Aviation, Pikes Peak Historical Street Railway Foundation, Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame, Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site, Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Museum, Western Museum of Mining and Industry, World Figure Skating Museum & Hall of Fame Cripple Creek Cripple Creek Museum and Heritage Center Manitou Springs Miramont Castle Museum Old Colorado City Old Colorado City History Center Victor Victor Lowell Thomas Museum Woodland Park Dinosaur Resource Center

Southern Colorado Magic

A Summer of Discover-Weather Wonders presented by the Space Foundation at the Discovery Center presents information through July 13 on how weather is forecast and how it affects us –where tornado warnings come from, how the space program makes it all possible and what the future of weather has in store.

Representatives from four cities in southern Colorado are joining together with a mission to “re-brand” Southern Colorado. Nearly 20 city, county and organizational representatives from the southern border town of Trinidad all the way north to Colorado Springs have been meeting to discuss the possibilities of how the four cities, including Pueblo and Walsenburg, can work together to promote this region of the state and how to reach out to visitors.

The 2013 Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Days at the Norris Penrose Event Center also running through the 13th of July with nightly performances for the whole family to watch the nation’s finest cowboys and cowgirls compete in bronc and bull riding, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing and other thrilling events.

In La Veta, Colorado history awaits you at Francisco Fort Museum, an original 1862 adobe fort, which features exhibits, activities, special programs and amazing history!! Francisco Fort Day is July 27th where history comes alive at the 151 year old plaza. Email director@ frandiscofort.org for information on this and other summer season activities.

Presented by the Pikes Peak Jazz and Swing Society at the Olympian Plaza Reception Center on July 14th will be Barry Fagin and Friends who will be playing lots of dance music from Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Duke Ellington and other greats from the jazz songbook.

The sign along the side of the interstate as you reach the southernmost city of the state says, “We saved the best for last!” and more and more visitors are stopping to enjoy the last of Colorado’s hospitality before leaving the state.

Street Beat, Summer Arts Festivities returns to the Pueblo, Colorado Creative Corridor this summer with performers of every genre. Free street performances will be scheduled through the weekdays and weekends to transform the Creative Corridor’s three districts – Mesa Junction, Union Avenue Historic and Main Street – into an outdoor performing and visual arts scene, as in past years. Visit http://bit.ly/12mK2n3 for schedules and locations.

The weekend of July 12 is one of several festivals celebrated throughout the year in Trinidad, Colorado. The Mt. Carmel, Health, Wellness and Community Center has revived the ages old tradition of the church festival. Music, children’s activities and a revival celebrating the region’s coal mining history and especially the 100 year anniversary of the Ludlow Massacre will entertain locals and visitors alike for two days, culminating in a spaghetti dinner to help raise funds to restore one of the cities architectural wonders-The Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church.

By Marty Hackett

The first course of action for the team is to develop a short term Economic Development Plan for the tourism season which essentially is from June through September. Attractions accessed from several strategic I-25 off-ramps in each of the cities will be highlighted and touted as THE places to visit while touring Colorado. Chambers of Commerce in each of the cities will be sharing event information and working collaboratively with each other on planning related events, and marketing our finest visitor locations. Individuals representing groups such as the Pueblo River Walk, Phil Long Family of Dealerships, Senator Udall’s Office, Creative Districts, Economic Development, the Colorado Tourism Office and local tourism boards have joined in to help with the success of the project. AroundSOCO magazine is happy to help in the effort and highlights the region monthly, featuring the people, places, and things to do in Southern Colorado. Here are just a few of the upcoming summertime events you won’t want to miss! Colorado is the 5th most desired state for people to visit and Colorado Springs is a top destination for leisure travelers. On July 13, The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center brings you a Free Family Adventure Day. Spend the day with your family being creative. The Bemis School of Art instructors will lead hands-on activities that explore the theme-Wild West for all ages.

Every Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 – 12:30, The Nature and Raptor Center of Pueblo presents weekend Raptor Talks. Come down to the Raptor Center and visit the resident birds of prey. For more information about this summertime favorite contact the Center at 719.549.2414. Why not take in a little theatre while you are in Pueblo. The Damon Runyon Theatre has a fantastical line-up of entertainment for the summer including “Krazy Kamp”, featuring the SCTC and Pueblo City Schools. Call 719.564.0579 for more information. Kayak or Stand Up Paddleboard on the Riverwalk was just approved and paddling will be allowed when tour boats are not running, which is usually from sunrise to 10:30 a.m., Monday sunrise to sunset and Sunday nights from 6:30 p.m. to sunset. Contact the HARP Foundation at 719.595.0242 for more information. Walsenburg, Colorado is in the heart of Spanish Peaks Country and can be reached via Interstate 25 or state highways 160 and 10. Visitors delight in the small town charm of the entire area, taking in the history, art, and natural wonders of the area. Travel the Scenic and Historic Byway through historic mining towns, geological sites, and be prepared to see Colorado wildlife at its finest along the way.

Lathrop State Park is ready for your fishing lines and swim suits, with an opportunity to camp for a few days or a just a day to test the waters. Email Lathrop. park@state.co.us or call toll free 800.678.2267 for more information.

Don’t miss a walk throughout the newly designated Creative District, where museums, art galleries and beautiful architectural structures abound. Theatre performances by the Southern Colorado Repertory Theatre in the Famous Performing Arts building stir the emotions with laughter, tears, and wonder throughout the summer. To view the schedule of performances visit www.scrtheatre.com and enjoy an evening of theatre entertainment small town style with big city professionalism! The Las Animas County Fair and 103rd Trinidad Roundup will be held July 29-August 3. The time-honored tradition brings you a rodeo dance and traditional old west barbecue. The exciting rodeo competition draws contestants from Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Wyoming, Nebraska, Arizona, Montana and Ohio. Labor Day, September 2 this year, is much celebrated in Trinidad with a parade through downtown Trinidad. For more info on these local favorites, visit trinidadroundup.homestead.com. As you travel along the southern part of the I-25 corridor, whatever time of year, you will find something for your family to do whether it is historic, action-packed, or educational. Scan the phone app in our magazine or visit www.aroundsoco.com so you don’t miss out on all we have to offer in Southern Colorado!

Newly Certified Creative Districts

“We are thrilled with the official designation for the North Fork Valley Creative District,” said Kelli Hepler of Delta County Tourism. “This designation will help us promote the talents here and will provide an economic improvement for all.”

Colorado Creative Industries (CCI), a division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, and the Boettcher Foundation are pleased to announce the certification of five new creative districts through the Colorado Creative Districts Program: Pueblo Creative Corridor, Corazon de Trinidad, North Fork Valley Creative District, Ridgway Creative District and Telluride Creative District.

Ridgway Creative District – Home to a thriving arts community encompassing visual, design, performing, textile, culinary, brewing and publishing arts, more than 10% of its 900 residents are artisans.

“These 2013 certified creative districts are great examples of how the arts create exciting places for people to visit and live,” said Gov. Hickenlooper. “These districts not only increase quality of life, they also help with economic vitality of the area and attract people from all over Colorado and the country.”

Telluride Creative District – Creative District Certification acknowledges Telluride’s remarkable accomplishments in the arts over the last 40 years. The Town of Telluride is a 2010 Governor’s Arts Award recipient and engages over 1,600 artists in its Creative District activities that attract over 255,000 participants annually. The Creative District recently spearheaded the Town’s Master Plan that coordinates and integrates arts and creative activities in local life.

Initiated in 2011 with the signing of House Bill 11-1031, the Colorado Creative District’s program first certified Denver’s Arts District on Santa Fe and Downtown Salida, with an additional 13 districts granted prospective and emerging status. “The goal of this program is to help Colorado Creative Districts achieve the administrative structure, funding streams, community engagement process, strategic plan and staff structure that provide both immediate sustainability and opportunities to evolve,” said Margaret Hunt, Director of Colorado Creative Industries. The second-year grants will provide $15,000 and technical assistance opportunities to each of the five new Certified Creative Districts. They will also be eligible to receive a Boettcher Leadership Award of $10,000. “The state’s newly designated Creative Districts are capitalizing on Colorado’s creative assets to grow their local economy and to improve the quality of life for their residents,” said Tim Schultz President and Executive Director at the Boettcher Foundation. “We want to help them be successful and sustainable over the longterm and we look forward to the Boettcher Creative District Leadership Awards taking them even further along the road to success.” About Colorado’s new creative districts: Pueblo Creative Corridor – 225 artists participate in the Pueblo Creative District whose activities attract 82,570 participants annually. The Packard Foundation has recently invested $50,000 to support more artist work/ live spaces in the district in the near future. “We are committed to finding ways to spur economic development in our city,” said Pueblo City Manager Sam Azad. “This certification shows that job creation not only involves traditional efforts, but includes supporting those who not only will enrich our community through art but also boost our economic vitality.” Corazon de Trinidad – Trinidad’s creative district includes six pieces of “mystery art”, which appear on several vacant buildings, while the artist remains unknown to the public at large. Mayor Bernadette Baca Gonzalez attributes Trinidad’s certification to “the hard work and united efforts of city staff, local officials, local businesses, area nonprofits and individual residents. Trinidad is now poised to take advantage of yet another economic development tool; one that emphasizes innovation and creativity.” North Fork Valley Creative District – The North Fork Valley Creative District in the heart of the Western Slope in Delta County encompasses the three towns of Paonia, Hotchkiss and Crawford.

“We are incredibly thrilled to see the fruits of more than two years of effort toward this opportunity be rewarded,” said Ridgway Mayor John Clark.

This year’s awarded Prospective Districts include the Aurora Cultural Arts District, Downtown Colorado Springs, Greeley Creative District, Longmont Arts and Entertainment District, and RiNo Art District. The Creative Industries Division convened a panel of peer experts to review applications submitted by nine districts from the pool of 13 qualified emerging and prospective districts. Submissions were reviewed by panelists using the Colorado Characteristics of Certified Creative Districts and scored using the following criteria: district characteristics, management and planning, community buy-in, and other factors. The next deadline to apply for Creative District Certification is May, 2014. For more information, please visit www.coloradocreativeindustries.org About Colorado Creative Industries Colorado’s Creative Industries Division, Colorado’s state arts agency, is a division of the Office of Economic Development and International Trade. Established to capitalize on the immense potential for our creative sector to enhance economic growth in Colorado, the mission of Colorado Creative Industries is to promote, support and expand the creative industries to drive Colorado’s economy, grow jobs and enhance our quality of life. About the Boettcher Foundation For almost 75 years the Boettcher Foundation has served the people of Colorado by helping to build community infrastructure through capital grantmaking and investing in young minds through its Scholarship Program. In virtually every community throughout the state, the Foundation has partnered with outstanding nonprofits to make a difference in people’s lives. The Foundation believes that this is what the Boettcher family intended when they gave their wealth to establish the Foundation for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado. For more information, visit www.boettcherfoundation.org

SoCO Services Colorado Springs

Veda Salon & Spa- University Village 5182 N Nevada Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80918 719.265.5660 www.coloradoveda.com/ Elements Massage Springs Ranch Shopping Center 3703 Bloomington St., Colorado Springs, CO 80922 719.602.4321 Phil Long Ford Motor City 1212 Motor City Dr., Colorado Springs, CO 80905 888.524.1984 www.fordmotorcity.com/ Bowers Automotive Service 1120 Ford St., Colorado Springs, CO 80915 719.325.7538 www.bowersautomotive.net/

Pueblo Sound and Cinema 1237 W. Elegante Ct, Pueblo, CO 81007 719.240.2606 www.soundandcinemacorp.com Mobile Record Shredders 205 N. Elizabeth Suite 120, Pueblo, CO 81008 719.544.5460 www.mobilerecordshredders.com Myxed Up Creations 217 W. Northern Avenue, Pueblo, CO 81004 719.404.3030 www.myxedup.com

Trinidad Phil Long Toyota 3019 Toupal Drive, Trinidad, CO 81082 877.600.5942 www.phillongtoyota.com Commercial Street Salon & Day 257 N Commercial St, Trinidad, CO 719.846.6610 www.commercialstreetsalon.com/ M & M Repair and Towing 1901 N Linden Ave, Trinidad, CO 719.846.8546 www.mmrepairandtowing.com Redwing Electric Inc 225 E Goddard Ave, Trinidad, CO 719.846.1716 www.redwingelectricinc.com Leone Sand & Gravel Ready Mix 2400 E Main St, Trinidad, CO 719.846.4170 www.leonesandgravel.com New Image Advanced Dental 417 Univerity St., Trinidad, CO 81082 719.846.7387 www.trinidadsmiles.com Griego Insurance Agency (GIA) 300 N. Commercial st. Trinidad, CO 81082 719.846.9871 www.griegoinsurance.com

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Rockapocalypse By E.R.A. McCarthey

If you’re venturing through Pueblo and like live wild music stop at Phil’s Radiator Service. Don’t be fooled by the classic cars and signage. Phil’s Radiator Service is a bar and live music venue. The owners, Brian and Mark, bring both local and national acts in to perform. Show times vary and the quickest way to keep track of what’s going on is to visit their Facebook page. Phil’s Radiator is also one of the few venues in SoCO that offers “All Age Shows” so the younger crowd has something fun to do. Mark explained he wanted “the kids to have somewhere to go.” Many of the bands that come in play heavy metal or hard rock. Mark pointed out that the few other venues offering all age shows don’t bring in bands “the kids are into.” Phil’s Radiator was an auto shop, built in the 1960s but around 1999 it was sold and turned into a bar. Since then Brian and Mark took over. They promote Pueblo Bands, which number around 40, bring in bands from Denver and Colorado Springs such as Black Lamb, Pretty Mouth and Photo Atlas. They also bring in national metal acts regularly like Stitched Up Heart, DRI, Agent Orange, Verbal Abuse and Scattered Hamlet as well as Rockabilly bands like The Rockets, The Booze Bombs and Joe Buck.

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July 19th the hardcore Fanatics will be playing at Phil’s Radiator. The Fanatics were successful in the 1990’s with a full length album called “Better Than Fried Baloney.” In 2010 the Fanatics started playing together again and having been building momentum ever since. The Fanatics are originally from SoCO and got their break into the music scene here. It will be a great show and everyone in SoCO should go check it out and support our local guys coming back home and playing for us again. Phil’s Radiator Service 109 E. C Street Pueblo, CO 81003

SoCo Rocks for Young Adults Colorado Springs Adventures Out West – Balloon Rides, Hiking, Biking, Jeep Tours, Whitewater Rafting, Ziplines • • • • •

All Star Paintball – 12,000 sq. ft., ages 14+ Battlefield Colorado – Live play laser tag adventure games CityROCK – Offers indoor climbing gym and guided rock climbing Splash Springs- Adults 21+. Tap into your creativity, learn to paint, open paint, enjoy a glass of wine or a locally brewed beer August 3 Springs Beer Fest, ages 21+

Pueblo The Daily Grind Café Pueblo Cinemax Tinseltown

Colorado Springs The Black Sheep – Live music venue featuring national touring acts. Upcoming bands: July 8 The Neighbourhood July 9 Dessa July 10 Why They Fight July 11 Boy Tears July 12 Vicinal July 13 Inelements July 14 Lucero July 16 Son Volt July 17 Oleander July 19 Impending Doom July 20 The Myth of Modern Medicine July 24 Beartooth July 26 Mike Pinto Band July 27 Brass Monkey Beastie Boys Salute July 31 Shai Hulud Aug 1 Pop Evil Aug 2 Black Pegasus Aug 5 Plain White T’s Aug 6 Rotting Out Aug 9 ForsakeIt All Aug 13 Chimaira Bristol Brewing Company Club Q Cowboys Hatch Cover Oscar’s Tejon Street Ritz Grill SoDo Nightclub Swirl Wine Bar Thunder & Buttons II Tony’s Zodiac Manitou Springs The Loop Pueblo The Downtown Bar Trinidad Purgatoire on Elm Gino’s Sports Bar Monte Cristo Bar

large heavy ring as well as a large face with a strong nose. A tiny stud may not even be noticed on a long nose. Personal preference should always have more value than current trends when choosing body jewelry. Many people think tongue piercings are attractive and interesting. Tongue piercing is done with a straight barbell. It can be a different size depending on the thickness of the tongue and what the person is comfortable with. Tongue piercing is a good choice for anyone in the professional world that wants to have a piercing others easily overlook. By E.R.A. McCarthey Body piercing is a deliberate display. Sometimes the display is inspired by standards of beauty, at times it signifies social status, it can occasionally shout rebellion, and in rarer cases it has religious significance. Some practices have gained popularity in recent years while others date back centuries. Body piercing (literally “puncture the body”) was used by ancient cultures for ritual or cultural purposes. During the 16th century nose piercing became popular in India, brought there from the Middle East. Later hippies who visited India carried the idea back to the United States. Historically lip piercing was reserved for men of higher castes, while in the modern world it’s one of the most common body piercings. Ear piercing was once a method for warding off demons. Ancient tribes believed that demons can take over the body by entering it through the ear. The metal of earrings was believed to repel the evil spirits.

Funnily enough, ear piercing was once considered a rebellious act in the U.S. and now many of the people who find other body piercings unsavory have their ears pierced? “Looking normal” is not a fact; it’s just aesthetic norms a society agrees are desirable. In contemporary society, lip piercing is a common body piercing, especially among young people. The ring may be anywhere around the mouth, but most commonly it’s placed in the center or on the far side of the lip. Having a lip ring on each side of the mouth is known as fangs or snake bites. Nose piercing is very attractive and draws attention to the center of the face. There are many styles and sizes of nose rings; the best way is to choose one that matches face shape and size. A little face with a tiny nose doesn’t carry a

Navel jewelry offers the widest variety in style - ring, pendant, attached to belly chains and more… It looks very beautiful but can get infected easily if it’s irritated by clothing during the healing process. Again it is a piercing easier to conceal when necessary. Ear piercing is one of the oldest and most common forms of body piercing. Pierced ear lobes and cartilage is common among most tribal cultures. Stretching the ear lobe is practiced by people from northern India, Burma, and Africa. Eyebrow piercing is a more modern practice and most piercing is done on the surface of the brow. Eyebrow piercings are fairly common but not as accepted by mainstream culture as navel, tongue or nose piercings. Barbell, curved barbell and balls are the most common earrings for pierced brows. Like all things, piercing should be done in moderation. Always consider the lifestyle you have, the social norms of the community you live in, what would look best on you, and your career before choosing a body piercing.

Ancient Aztecs pierced their tongues to cleanse their minds and the shamans believed it helped them communicate better with the Gods. The “Kama Sutra” describes piercing of the male genitals as a display of sexual power. Gladiators of ancient Rome and athletes of ancient Greece pierced their scrotum and prepuce to protect their genitals during combat or sports. This practice was also used in ancient Rome, Greece, and in Southeast Asia (there a horizontal piercing called Palang), to protect slaves and prisoners from vile passions. The Victorian era is well-known for individuals engaging in a lifestyle that favored repression in public but extreme sexual behavior in private. Pornography, fetishism, homosexuality and sadomasochism were engaged in often but were completely hidden behind closed doors. Body piercing was one of the hidden acts. Piercing the body can be a sexual act evoking pleasure in the masochist while drugging the sadist with power. In the late 1970s and early 1980s British punk subculture used piercing in another way: to shock the social order - as if random body piercing wasn’t enough, they then turned to using safety pins. Today very few people perceive body piercing as a ritual of faith because the fashion industry has been pushing it as a display of artistry or rebelliousness. People pierce their bodies for various reasons - they want to show their courage, creativity, strength, spirit, confidence, experience sexual pleasure, or oppose social norms. It’s rare to meet someone who doesn’t have some form of body piercing - lip, ear, nose, tongue, eyebrow, navel and more exotic areas.

FUN Summer Beauty Ideas

Get a Tan Tattoo

Chalk Up Your Hair

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Chalk is a great way to add some fun and color into your life without paying the price of permanent dyes.

By Ellie Nenova

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Find a sticker in the shape of the tattoo you would like to get. Common tan tattoo stickers can include a heart, star, cross, a pair of lips, or anything that is distinct enough to leave a recognizable shape. You can also cut any sticker into a more intricate design, or a stencil. Clean and thoroughly dry the spot where you’ll put the sticker. Place the sticker on your skin. Leave it on as long as possible when you’re in the sun or in a tanning bed. A safer alternative is to use self tanner. Simply apply it over the sticker, making sure to cover any skin that isn’t hidden by the sticker. • Remove the sticker, revealing the lighter skin underneath.

What you’ll need: Soft chalk pastels Spray bottle filled with water Technique: • Color First decide whether you want to go for one color or multiple colors. • Design Work out where you want to add color and how high up the hair shaft you want to go. • Spray and Twist Grab a small section of your hair, use the spray bottle and wet hair from the root to where you want your color to end and twist hair. The water will turn the chalk pigment into a dye and will stain light hair. The beauty to this technique is its randomness. Add color in the twisted hair as far up as you would like it to go, coloring in more heavily at the roots and lighter towards where you would like the color to stop. • Repeat Until you have had enough and let your hair dry. • Style with Heat Run a flat iron/curling iron through your chalked areas or blow dry with heat to set your color. (You can find a variety of hair chalk brands online and in local stores.)

Enjoy a Chocolate Face Mask Chocolate isn’t just for eating...it’s also great for your skin. Do you like chocolate? Sure, we all love it and it can work in our favor as long as we know how to use it.

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We’ve done all sorts of beauty home facial masks, but let’s not forget about the tastiest of them all... the chocolate mask! Chocolate made from cocoa and cocoa beans is rich in polyphenols, which are extremely helpful for your skin.

How do you prepare the homemade mask? It’s easy! In a bowl place: • Two tablespoons of natural cocoa • One tablespoon of honey • One tablespoon of cream, which is not sweetened • Two tablespoons of ground oatmeal Mix all ingredients thoroughly to obtain a homogeneous mixture. If the mixture is too dry, add a little honey or cream. Apply to a cleansed face and neck then leave it on for 15 minutes to work. Rinse with lukewarm water. You can apply your favorite face cream afterwards. Your skin will be nourished and soft.

SoCO Eat & Drink Colorado Springs The Melting Pot 30-A East Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903 719.385.0300 www.meltingpot.com Tabeguache Steak House & Winebar 407 E Us Highway 24, Woodland Park, CO 80863 719.687.8536 www.facebook.com/TabeguacheSteakhouse Caspian Café 4375 Sinton Rd., Colorado Springs, CO 80907 719.528.1155 http://www.caspiancafe.com/ Sushi O Sushi 3643 Star Ranch Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 719.576.9830 www.facebook.com/SushiOSushi

Pueblo Mr. Tandoori Urban Bar & Grill 310 S. Victoria Ave., Pueblo, CO 81003 719.544.3000, www.mrtandooripueblo.com El Nopal 1435 E. Evans Ave., Pueblo, CO 81082 719.423.8128 Do Drop Inn 1201 S. Santa Fe Ave Pueblo Co 81006 719.542.0818 Do Drop Inn West 944 E. Kimble Dr. Pueblo, CO 81007 719.547.8440

Colorado City Obie’s Fillin’ Station – Exit 74 off I-25 Home cookin’; country store; saloon 719.676.4227, info@obiesbbq.com

Walsenburg Fireside Café 606 Main St., Walsenburg, CO 81089 719.738.1109

Trinidad Rino’s Italian Restaurant & Steakhouse 400 E. Main St., Trinidad, CO 81082 719.845.0949 www.rinostrinidad.com Nana & Nano Monteleones Deli and Pasta House 418 Main St., Trinidad, CO 81082 719.846.2696 Lee’s Bar-B-Q 825 San Pedro St., Trinidad, CO 81082 719.845.7621 Purgatoire on Elm 516 E. Elm St., Trinidad, CO 81082 719.846.3901 www.purgatoireonelm.com

FRESH AIR Loaf ‘N Jug

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Chile

Festival

September 20-22, 2013 Downtown Pueblo Pueblo will celebrate the harvest of the Mira Sol Chile at the 19th Annual Loaf ‘N Jug Chile & Frijoles Festival, September 20-22, 2013. The Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce created the festival as a fun fall event designed to promote the area’s agriculture, especially its home-grown chiles, as well as to display the works of many talented artisans and craftsmen. In the past years, the festival has grown from a few thousand people to over 100,000. The festival will take place in downtown Pueblo, on Union Avenue between 1st and “B” Streets. Festival hours are Friday, 3pm-11pm; Saturday, 10am-11pm; Sunday, 10am-6pm. Festival goers can enjoy continuous live entertainment, farmers markets, the Chile & Salsa Showdown, a Jalapeno Eating Contest, the “Hot to Trot” 5K Run & 2 Mile Fun Walk, street vendors and much more! The festival is $2 per person, children under 12 are free. For the safety of your pets, NO animals please! Wheelchairs are available for rent at Gate 1, 1st Street & Union. www.pueblochilefestivalinfo.com For more information contact the Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce at 719.542.1704, 1.800.233.3446 or events@pueblochamber.net Photo Credit Extremeshots Photography

Little BIG Town in Town By E.R.A. McCarthey

This year the Colorado State Fair will be a whirlwind of fun activities and events. Little Big Town will be among the many performers at the fair. Little Big Town is a unique country band that often has all four members singing in harmony together and alternating as lead vocalist. Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, Jimi Westbrook, and Phillip Sweet make up the quartet. Little Big Town has a 13-year career during which they’ve sold 1.5 million records, racked up multiple Grammy, CMA and ACM nominations, and recorded Top 10 country hits (“Boondocks” and “Bring It On Home” from their platinum 2005 album “The Road to Here”, and “Little White Church” from their acclaimed 2010 release, “The Reason Why.” Little Big Town’s newest album is “Tornado.” A few of the singles from it are “Pontoon” and “Your Side of the Bed.” The album has been said to have been created by a perfect storm of tension and release, passion and calm, love and violence. The majority of “Tornado” was recorded in seven days, created out of swirling activity and surging emotions. The band worked with producer Jay Joyce to break up their routine. They wanted to try something new and beyond their comfort zone. They adore Wayne Kirkpatrick, who they usually work with, but wanted to move in a new direction for this album and push their limits. Each member of the band is thrilled with the final product. “I think ‘edge’ is a word that gets overused,” Karen said. “But this record does have a raw edge to it.” “It has a really different vibe to it,” Jimi agrees “It doesn’t sound like anything else on the radio right now.” “There’s a confidence that permeates this album,” says Phillip. “And that applies to the sound of the vocals and the performances; it applies to the lyrics and the ways we’re emoting. We weren’t scared to perform it or say

it from our heart. There was no tiptoeing around about it. It was about speaking the message clearly and as loudly as you can. I read a quote recently that said you should do something every day that scares you – it’s good for you. Well, at the beginning we were scared and nervous. But we would have never dreamed that it would come together so beautifully.” Little Big Town will be performing with guest Dustin Lynch. Dustin Lynch is a country music songwriter and signer who currently resides in Nashville. Some of his recent singles are “Cowboys and Angels” and “She Cranks My Tractor.” He known for submersing himself in the realm of songwriters and soaking up everything he can learn there. Come down to the Colorado State Fair and listen to these wonderful performers. There are also many other attractions and rides to enjoy if you want to make a day of it. Date: Aug 29, 2013 Time: 07:00 PM Cost: $36.00 Location: Southwest Motors Events Center Colorado State Fair 1001 Beulah Ave. Pueblo, CO 81004 www.coloradostatefair.com ______________________________________________

BOX OFFICE HOURS: 10am until Showtime. CARNIVAL HOURS:

Monday - Friday 2p - midnight Saturday, Sunday, Labor Day noon - midnight Kiddie Carnival noon - 11p Monday - Thursday 10a - 11p Saturday, Sunday, Labor Day

CARNIVAL PRICES: Mega Ride Band $85 (good for duration of Fair) Unlimited Ride Band $30 per day Individual Ride Tickets $1 (number of tickets required per ride vary) PARKING INFORMATION: Public parking is available in Colorado State Fair lots south of the Fairgrounds between Mesa and Northern Avenues. PARKING PRICES:

Preferred Lot $10 South Lot $7

PUEBLO TRANSIT COURTESY SHUTTLE: Will run from the City’s Main Street Parking Garage to the State Fair Gate on Beulah Ave. Shuttles will run every 15 to 30 minutes. There will be a shuttle fee of $2 per person. Parking in the garage is free.

STATE FAIR INFORMATION: (719) 561-8484 OR 1 (800) 876-4567 info@coloradostatefair.com

SHUTTLE SERVICE HOURS: Sunday - Thursday 10a - midnight Friday & Saturday 10a - 1a

FAIR HOURS: Mon.-Thurs 12:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. Fri.-Sun & Labor Day 10:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. TICKET INFORMATION: General Admission Monday thru Thursday $7 Friday thru Sunday $10 Children 5 and under free (when accompanied by an adult)

Call Pueblo Transit for information at (719) 553-2727 or visit www.pueblotransit.com HANDICAP ACCESS: Handicap parking and access to the Fairgrounds is available from designated areas along Beulah & Arroyo Avenues.

Photos courtesy of Williams + Hirakawa

SoCO LODGING Colorado Springs The Broadmoor Resort & Hotel 1 Lake Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 719.623.5112 888.974.4990 www.broadmoor.com The Academy Hotel 8110 N Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO, 80920 719.598.5770 | 800.766.8524 www.theacademyhotel.com Cheyenne Mountain Resort 3225 Broadmoor Valley Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 719.538.4000 | 800.588.0250 www.cheyennemountain.com Antlers Hilton 4 S Cascade Ave. Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903 719.955.5600 www.hilton.com/AntlersHilton

Pueblo Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Pueblo 4530 Dillon Dr., Pueblo, CO 81008 877.508.1762 www.holidayinn.com Hampton Inn & Suites Southgate 3315 Gateway Drive, Pueblo, CO 81004 719.566.1726

Trinidad Holiday Inn 3130 Santa Fe Trail Dr., Trinidad, CO 81082 719.845.8400 www.holidayinn.com La Quinta Inn & Suites 2873 Toupal Dr., Trinidad, CO 81082 719.845.0102 www.lq.com Royse Ranch Bed & Breakfast 10000 C.R. 43.6, Trinidad, CO 81082 719.845.0353 www.royseranch.com Quality Inn Trinidad 3125 Toupal Dr., Trinidad, CO 81082 719.846.2529 www.qualityinn.com Budget Host Inn & RV Park 10301 Santa Fe Trail, Trinidad, CO 81082 I-25 & Exit 11 719.846.3307

A Piece of Trinidad History is Recovered Sometimes little bits of history can be found in the unlikeliest of places. During recent renovations to the elevator in The First National Bank building an old relic was found in the bottom of the elevator shaft. At first glance it looked like something from an old ship, but upon further inspection (and with some prior knowledge about the building it was found in) it became clear that the massive piece of iron was part of the building’s original flagpole. The First National Bank in Trinidad opened for business on April 16, 1875, and in 1892 the bank relocated to its new home, and present location, on the corner of Main and Commercial Streets. The five-story sandstone structure designed by the architectural firm Bulger and Rapp featured ornate carvings, a brass doorway, marble floors and a 30-foot tall flag pole mounted on the corner of the building. The sheer size and design of the building called for more than just any ordinary flagpole. The recently recovered hand-forged and riveted iron flagpole base was mounted to the corner of the building abreast of the twin-arched windows on the 5th floor. Weighing 250 pounds and measuring 38 inches tall, it supported a pole 8 inches in diameter and approximately 30 feet tall. An additional bracket mounted just below the corner precipice of the building stabilized the pole. By 1950 the precipice had deteriorated and it was removed along with the flag pole.

This impressive piece of craftsmanship is now on display in the main lobby of the bank located at 100 East Main Street in Trinidad. This part of First National Bank history was clearly built to stand the test of time, not unlike the institution for which it flew ‘Old Glory.’ Next time you’re downtown, stop by and see this example of late 19th century ironwork for yourself.

HALL OF FAME Our Gratitude to the Wildland Firefighters By Kathleen Donnelly Around SoCO dedicates this month’s Hall of Fame to the hundreds of wildland firefighters who risk their lives to protect their fellow citizens and work in the harshest conditions to save property and put out wildfires. According to the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise, Idaho, there have already been more than 22,000 wildfires that have burned 2.4 million acres this year. Firefighters are currently battling seventeen large uncontained wildfires in western states, including four in Colorado. In addition, the agency warned that there is an above normal potential for severe wildfires in the west in the next two months. The Interagency Fire Center, comprised of eight agencies, including the National Forest Service, the Bureau of Land Management, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, says that firefighters are trained to rigorous standards set by the National Wildfire Coordinating group. Fire fighters are well-trained, physically fit, and able to pass work capacity tests that include doing 40 sit-ups in 60 seconds, running 1 ½ miles in under eleven minutes, and hiking carrying 75 lbs. of equipment. Firefighters are mostly young men, but also some are women and older men who are in the exceptional physical condition that is required. They must also take safety training refresher courses each year, and must be available 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week during fire season. They earn $13/hr. and work 12-16 hr. shifts. Interagency hotshot crews are diverse teams of career and temporary firefighters, however most of the positions are seasonal. Twenty-member hotshot crews are ready to deploy anywhere they are needed within 2 hours. They travel by truck, van or airplane, then hike or are transported by helicopter into front lines, packing all of the water and supplies needed.

Hotshot crews were started in southern California in the 1940s. The name is in reference to the fact that they work the hottest part of the fires, with “one foot in the black,” as firefighters say. Their specialty is wildfire suppression, building fire lines in places that are inaccessible to heavy equipment. They hike into the wilderness with chainsaws and other equipment to remove brush and trees and work to clear a trench around the perimeter of the fire to stop the fire from spreading. On Sunday, June 30, we were all reminded of the dangers these firefighters face when nineteen members of the Granite Mountain Hotshots were killed in the Yarnell Hill fire in Arizona. It is the worst wildfire tragedy since 1933, and the most firefighters killed in the line of duty since 343 New York City firefighters were killed on 9/11/2001. Arizona Governor Jan Brewer called the tragedy “unbearable.” Although the Hotshot crews establish safety routes and safety zones, and the one surviving member of the Granite Mountain Hotshots was acting as a lookout, the winds shifted too quickly and the extremely hot fire was fueled by the profuse ground-cover, including dense and hot-burning manzanita shrubs. The Granite Mountain firefighters deployed their emergency shelters that are made of fiberglass and aluminum. They are trained to clear the ground, lie face down with their feet pointing to the fire and use the shelter like a cocoon. These shelters resist heat

up to 500 degrees if the fire passes over them, but can’t withstand prolonged heat when they eventually disintegrate at around 1,200 degrees. They are only used by firefighters as a last resort, despite the fact that according to the National Interagency Fire Center, they have saved hundreds of lives. Fourteen wildland firefighters were killed July 6, 1994 on Storm King Mountain near Glenwood Springs, Colorado. These firefighters, who were trapped by shifting high winds, steep topography and dense vegetation, also deployed their fire shelters.

Immediately following the Arizona tragedy, the National Interagency Fire Center conducted a comprehensive safety review. Six hundred firefighters continue to fight the Yarnell Hill fire that is spread over 13 square miles. The Wildfire Incident Information System lists thirteen active fires in Colorado since June. Wildland firefighters are motivated, well-trained, and doing what they want to do, and we can never really adequately thank them. Commenting on the loss of the nineteen Arizona firefighters, President Obama reminded us, “First responders put their lives on the line every day.”

Thank you,

Firefighters

HALL OF SHAME Canary Vandals By David J. Santistevan Jr. with contributions from E.R.A. McCarthey Coal mining is in the blood of the land in Southern Colorado and many of its longtime residents. People immigrated to this area from all over the world to build a better life for their families. Today many of the mining towns are lovely tourist places with mining contributing little to their economies and many of the miners’ descendants are businesses owners, politicians, teachers, public workers and some left the area to explore new territory. This year begins the 100 year anniversary of the Great Coalfield War and September of 2014 the Ludlow Massacre. The Great Coalfield War started in 1913 when striking miners were evicted by the Colorado Fuel & Iron Company (CF&I) from their company-owned homes and moved into tents along the Colorado plains. The most vicious act during this conflict was when more than 20 people were killed. Among the casualties was one National Guard soldier along with several miners and their wives and children. The women and children were hiding in cellars beneath the tents and the fire started by the soldiers suffocated them. Some were just tiny babies. This event enraged people across the nation, brought mining and laborer conditions to light, and helped change the lives of miners, laborers and their families in the U.S. permanently. The nationally recognized Ludlow Memorial Monument was erected and many educational events are held there every year. This year will feature the largest festivities yet with a huge event in September of 2014. The United Mine Workers of America, their families and supporters in the community erected a Coal Miners Memorial Park on Main Street in the heart of downtown Trinidad. The monument features a breathtaking sculpture of miners with a coal cart and a large cage with a canary. Mostly likely it is the world’s largest canary cage. When the memorial was erected there were a few complaints that miners in the Trinidad – Las Animas County area didn’t use canaries. However many locals who come from generations of miners say they did use them to check the mines for methane gas and carbon monoxide. Canaries would detect the harmful fumes much sooner than the men could and let the miners know to evacuate that area of the mine. Some of the mines tried to use mice to do the same things but it didn’t work very well.

Fineberg, who told police that he was walking on Main Street past the “Bird Cage” when he noticed the plaque that had been on the historic monument damaged and lying on the ground. Fineberg then took the plaque to the TPD Substation. It explains the importance of canaries to miners at the turn of the century and how canaries saved many human lives. According to the TPD report the plaque was bent and bolts had been stripped off the back. Mike Romero told AroundSoCO that he and the Coal Miners Memorial Committee were unaware of the vandalism until the woman who furnished the plaque to the park noticed it was missing, “She came to us on Wednesday June 26, 2013 about 10 a.m., she was crying,” Romero said. “We then called the TPD and Chief Charles Glorioso came to us and gave us the report and photos. We, as a committee, and some of our fellow retired miners were very upset that we were not notified sooner, the vandalism was done over a week ago, the Chief did apologize to us though.”

ting in our face, and spitting in the face of all laborers and all those who died in the mines. It is also wrong that the police did not notify anyone. That’s disappointing.” Romero did say that he and the committee will be meeting with TPD officials next week, “Now that we know we will work together to get these persons. We are asking for help from the public.” Members of the Coal Miners Memorial Committee repaired the sign and replaced it on the memorial just two days after being notified of the vandalism. Romero said, “We put it back up and hopefully no one tries this again, we want the three persons involved to be brought to justice. We want to thank everyone who is supporting us on this issue.” Photo from surveillance camera courtesy of Trinidad Police Department.

The TPD released three photos from surveillance cameras showing three individuals who are now suspects in this case. They appear to be adults. One of the vandals appears very large in size, one has a slight build and long light colored hair pinned up, and the last is of average size. They were wearing vests similar to those used by city workers most likely so no one would be suspicious if they saw them altering the canary cage.

On Monday June 18, 2013 the Bird Cage was vandalized. In light of the Ludlow Centennial it is an even more heinous action. Members of the UMWA, retired miners and the Coal Miners Committee are all upset over the vandalism of the historic “Bird Cage” at the Coal Miners Memorial Park. The groups are even more upset that neither the local police department nor the city let them know about the vandalism for over a week.

“It is a shame! It really is a shame that these persons would show this kind of disrespect to a historic memorial that means so much to not only the miners but those who have fought and died for our rights as workers and as Americans,” Bob Butero of the United Miner Workers of America said. “We hope that the local authorities investigate the matter and bring those involved to justice, so please anyone who can help please call the Trinidad Police and help them get the persons responsible.”

Trinidad Police officers were dispatched to the TPD Substation around 3 p.m. to check out a report of criminal mischief. Officers talked with City Planner, Louis

One retired local miner who worked in the county mines for 25 years was visibly upset. “Who would do such a thing? Why? The persons who did this are spit-

The case is under investigation. Anyone with information is urged to call the police department TIPS line at 719-845-TIPS.

5 Wonderful

Summer Salads By Ellie Nenova

Summer is here and it’s time to turn our backs on heavy, fatty foods and replace them with something light, fresh and low calorie! We offer you five great recipes for light and delicious summer salads:

Rice Noodles Salad Ingredients: • rice noodles • carrot, cucumber • red bell pepper • green onions • coriander seed, flax seeds • dry red chili powder • olive oil • salt • lemon juice • parsley Preparation: The amount of each ingredient is based on the number of portions and personal taste. Boil the rice noodles as indicated on the packaging. Express them and leave them to cool. At that time, shred the cucumber and carrot. Cut red bell pepper into long thin slices and dice the green onions. In a bowl combine all the items. Make a light dressing using two tablespoons of olive oil, a teaspoon of lemon juice, adding salt and dry red chili powder to taste. Drizzle the dressing over the salad. Serve with green onions and parsley sprinkled on top.

Summer Grapefruit Salad Ingredients: • 1 grapefruit • 1 head of lettuce • 1 cucumber • pumpkin seeds • olive oil • salt Preparation: Wash and cut the lettuce. Peel and slice the cucumber. Peel and cut the grapefruit in a bowl. Pour the juice from the bowl into another container. Add a tablespoon of olive oil and salt to taste. Drizzle the dressing over the lettuce. Add slices of grapefruit on top. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds.

Iceberg Salad with Sunflower Seeds Ingredients: • 1 iceberg lettuce • handful of raw sunflower seeds • 1/2 cucumber • 5-6 olives • 5-6 capers • 2 tbsp olive oil • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar • salt Preparation: Clean and cut iceberg into large sections and place in a large bowl. Add olives, capers, cleaned and finely chopped cucumber. In a dry pan bake seeds on high heat for 2-3 minutes and add to salad. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Salt to taste.

Rubik Cube Salad Ingredients: • ½ watermelon • 4 kiwi • feta cheese • sesame seeds • menthe leaves Preparation: Cut watermelon, kiwi and feta into even cubes and stack together to look like a rubik’s cube. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with menthe leaves.

Peach Summer Salad Ingredients: • peaches • baby spinach • strawberries, cuties, oranges, pineapple chunks • raisins • dried cranberries • almond slices Preparation: Slice peaches and remove pits. Simmer peaches in water until soft. Puree in blender. Return to pan at low heat for a few minutes; add ground red pepper to taste. Chill for at least one hour. Place spinach leaves in large bowl. Cut strawberries, oranges, pinapple and cuties into little chunks. Add fruit on top of spinach. Add raisins, cranberries and almond slices. Remove peach puree from refrigerator and pour on top of salad.

SoCO Shopping Colorado Springs REI 1376 E Woodmen Rd., Colorado Springs , CO 80920 719.260.1455 www.rei.com Eve’s Revolution 1312 W Colorado Ave., Colorado Springs , CO 80904 719.633.1357 www.evesrevolution.com Mountain Moppets Children’s Clothing & Baby Boutique 2532 W Colorado Ave., Colorado Springs , CO 80905 719.633.5544 www.mountainmoppets.com Christal’s 2582 S Academy Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80916 719.393.9903 http://www.intimategiftideas.com/

Pueblo Springside Cheese Shop 517 W. 5th St., Pueblo, CO 81003 719.696.9120 Rebound Sports 1214 S. Prairie Ave., Pueblo, CO 81005 719.564.2002 Jack Armstrong Jewelers 119 W. 4th St., Pueblo, CO 81002 877.689.6972 Allen Heart Fabric 1021 N. Market Plaza Ste. 107, Pueblo West, CO 81007 877.511.8864 www.allenheartfabric.com

Aguilar Ringo’s Food Market 213 E. Main St., Aguilar, CO 81020 719.941.4450

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Summertime is Trigger Time By Marty Hackett Pecos League Commissioner Andrew Dunn contacted the Trinidad and Las Animas County Chamber of Commerce with the idea of Trinidad having a team in the league and soon began discussions with then Chamber Director Kim Schultz. After months of hashing out details, options, research on available fields, sponsorships, and other details, Trinidad was soon to have its own professional baseball team. So what would this team be called? The name came to be when Commissioner Dunn hosted a town meeting asking the residents to name their new baseball team. Trinidad History Museum Director Paula Manini “took a shot at it,” coming up with the idea of naming it the Triggers, thinking that the name needed to “trigger excitement” in the town. Manini, who probably knows as much or more about the history of Trinidad as anyone, also realized that it appropriately fit the town’s western heritage. Now known as the “Trinidad Triggers” the official team joined the Pecos League of Professional Baseball Clubs on September 15, 2011. They are now in their second season, and … the rest is history as they say. Trinidad Triggers baseball is now an enjoyable summer pastime for many of the community residents with great support from the businesses and residents, young and old alike. Historically, the sport of baseball is ingrained in the people of the area. Baseball games were played in the coal camps of the region ages ago, and to this day, Trinidad High School alumni travel back to the city annually to compete against each other for the love of the game. Now in their second season and with many of the first-year players returning, conversation can be heard discussing familiar team members, stats and upcoming matches between the other Pecos League teams. Everyone seems to have their favorites and slugfests between the first-year Raton Osos and Trinidad Triggers has added to the longstanding rivalry that connects

the two across-the -border towns. Chris Tuttle leads the Pitcher Stats with a score of 104, giving the Triggers the ammunition they have needed to have a successful season thus far. Top batter is Sam DiMatteo, outfielder, who has led the lineup with 12 home runs of his 63 hits and 49 RBI. As of June 26, , the fans had cheered the team to a Pecos League North tie with the Las Vegas Train Robbers, 24 wins and 16 losses each. Leading the Pecos League South were the Roswell Invaders with 31 wins and 12 losses. The Pecos League of Professional Baseball Clubs, formed in August of 2010, is an independent professional baseball league which brings the sport to small ballparks in regions throughout New Mexico, West Texas and Southern Colorado. The teams play in cities that do not have Major of Minor League Baseball with players from all over the United States and the world. It is a “combination of rising stars, falling stars, shooting stars and athletes with stars in their eyes” says the Pecos League website. Supported by city governments, corporate sponsors and host families, the league has promoted 147 players to higher independent and affiliated teams from 2010 through the 2013 season. By the 2015 season, the Pecos League is hoping to be the prime starting point for Professional Baseball Players who are hoping to get professional jobs and start their careers. For now, these players bring the summer sport to the small communities of Alpine, Texas; Raton, Santa Fe, Las Vegas, White Sands, Roswell and Taos, New Mexico; and Trinidad, Colorado. Predicted to win the Pecos League are the Las Vegas Train Robbers, followed by the Santa Fe Fuego, with Trinidad Triggers finding a spot in third. Triggers Manager JD Droddy watched his team dominate the Spring Training and continues to watch his players shine on the mound, at the plate and in the field. Best of luck Triggers, your fans are behind you all the way!! For tickets or more information, contact Kim Shultz, Director of Operations, at kimschultz1@comcast.net or call 719-859-1008.

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Save the Date for the Third Annual Mt. Carmel Festival! Trinidad, Colorado: On July 12-13, 2013 the Mt. Carmel Health, Wellness, and Community Center is hosting the Third Annual Mt. Carmel Festival. This year’s event will honor the fallen coal miners who gave their lives in the mines of Las Animas County and will feature coalthemed activities, including traditional games, music, educational movies and artifacts. The Festival will also feature live music and entertainment, food, drinks, vendors and a variety of other activities. Musical attractions include Wiskey Creek, singer Janna Tranter, live rock & country performed by the 451st Army Band of Minnesota, and KCRT’s Texaco Country Showdown. Performances by the (K) Inspire dancers will take place Friday evening. On Saturday, July 13th the American Red Cross is scheduled to hold demonstrations and games focused on disaster preparedness and first aid. Also on Saturday, Mt. Carmel Health & Wellness Clinic will be conducting free health screenings, including blood pressure, heart rate, BMI, hearing & vision screenings, blood-typing, Oxygen saturation, blood-glucose levels and more. A major draw of the Festival will be Babe Ruth’s last car, a regal blue 1948 Lincoln Continental two-door hardtop coupe. The Festival will run Friday, July 12th from 5pm - 11pm and Saturday, July 13th from 2pm – 11pm. Admission is free.

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It’s summer...time for romance. Here are a few facts about love to keep in mind during your hot adventures.

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What is love? How is it created? Where does it come from - the heart, the head, in the stomach? It’s hard to find all the answers, but here are a few scientific facts to help your understand love a little better.

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Men fall in love before women... It has been scientifically proven that men fall in love first. Men need about 3 meetings with a girl to flutter their butterflies but women need more time to develop serious feelings. Maybe that’s why men are often the first to say “I love you”. Good memory is a big plus... A person remembering all the things that made him or her fall in love with someone helps keep the connection strong. Therefore, people who have a good memory and pay attention to detail are one step ahead. Chocolate is considered a “love drug”... It is believed that the Mexican chief Montezuma drank 50 cups of chocolate before entering his harem of 600 women. Chocolate was considered a kind of drug that causes romantic feelings. At the time it was cocoa without the impurities of sugar. Love is the light... Many novels and poems have been written in connection with the power of love, its fatality, its passion ... It turns out that not only does it cause a storm of emotions but it also soothes the body physically and mentally. It even increases the growth of nerve endings. Thus, love treats the nervous system and improves memory.

July Horoscopes

Aries Your momentum will last throughout the month. In

July whatever you do, it will be your best. At work, you finish tasks as if you are racing. Most likely you will often need to take business trips related to demanding responsibilities. In this sense, fate will smile at you - you’ll find sponsors for your projects or opportunities for prospective investments. You may even be heading to a more exotic destination! Because you are very passionate and enthusiastic you shouldn’t have problems in love or with family. While riding the carousel of life this month, be sure to take care of your health.

Taurus Service commitments come to you in plenty this

month. Since you do not leave work unfinished and pursue goals inseparably, the bosses consider you very promising. You will usually be loaded with more tasks compared to your peers. The others will be at your expense. If work ruins your mood at the end of the day then focus on how to create fun. Enjoy yourself at least long enough to get a reprieve from worries about business and money. Unfortunately, these breaks will not happen too often and most of your free time will be spent at home. Remember everything has a good side - you will have the chance to end personal or family disagreements by finding a compromise. Surely you will be very busy, but that does not mean you have to rush and risk your health.

Gemini In July you will chase pleasure and give less attention

to your responsibilities. Work and responsibilities will enter a calm period, even if you are not on a coveted vacation. Because both aspects of your sign are basically party-revelers and lovers of extreme experiences, July fun will close the gap between the two halves and allow people to get closer to you, even those who have been in the background. Furthermore, it is well known that representatives of this sign love to spend. They adore giving expensive gifts and for them generosity is no problem. On hot summer days you may take those close to you to aquatic parks, ski resorts and spas. It will be a part of everyday life. Gemini are very clever! They will present these entertainments as necessary actions to maintain good health rather than as acts of extravagance. Everything will be okay.

Cancer It is time to get rid of complex prejudices or convic-

tions and start living more carefree. Try to understand that you are not only necessary but also important to the people you live and work with. Your presence is welcome everywhere but try not to burden others with negative emotions created from your imagination. Do not create conflicts with your favorite people or engage in fits of jealousy. The most successful businesses opportunities for you will be dealing with trade, or broker-dealer activities. It is appropriate to deal with individual work, which will make you feel more secure. You may not feel well, which can trigger signs of irritability, but if you use your sense of humor, everything will be fine.

Leo Sagittarius Strange as it may sound July will be a month of casual You have an interesting month ahead of you. Thanks dating. Whether on the street, at a restaurant, at the lake or at parties you will continually run into old classmates, long lost friends or relatives whose relationship cannot be exactly pinned down. You will enter an umbrella of adoration and you have the perfect opportunity to unleash your dignity and nobility. In the workplace complex problems will be solved thanks to you. At home all the difficult repairs will be accomplished thanks to you. Meeting up with old friends will improve your mood. What more do you want from life? If your personal relationships are at an impasse you can only mend them by wholeheartedly recognizing your errors. You wonder why people envy you! They have good reason…

to some meetings and conversations with friends you think of an easier way to handle your problems. Furthermore, your partner will finally agree with you to indulge in a break from each other. If you organize trips or vacations they are distinct and separate. Handle your duties responsibly and without comment. This will help progress your professional status and improve your material situation. Money will hardly be enough and some profits will be missing. Do not spend indiscriminately and do not buy things for pleasure, just deal with available finances. Be mindful of your health.

Virgo You have to rethink your priorities. You are spending

mostly unforeseen troubles. There is one important detail that will help you through them-- be willing to share them with your loved ones or family. But that still may not be enough so control your behavior. You have no control over what happens to you but you can control the way you react to the situations. Even a small conflict may be the final weight that makes your life heavy. You have undeniable talent for smoothing out differences. It makes you well-recognized by leaders and an indisputable authority in your own right. Give yourself a little freedom of action. In July try gaming without a passion, and without betting too much. You will be in good health as long as you don’t indulge in self-pity.

too much time at work and your loved ones are left behind. If you notice that you are frowned at when you come home then the situation is close to the critical point and it is time to think about how to fix it. If you still distance yourself while in a dedicated relationship it will grow cold to irreversibility. If you are too aggressive you will cause an aggressive reaction. Balance your time between work and home and make sure you consider the wants of your loved ones as well as your own desires. Your financial situation is stable; you may be repaid an old loan or get an inheritance. Not much, but it’s something. Your health condition is stable. Take preventive measures when traveling.

Libra You’re always thinking with your emotions and looking

for exciting opportunities. Workplace events will be dynamic and must be approached with patience. Any hasty reaction will harm you. To progress and enjoy even the negative factors you have to wait for “the storm to pass.” What you do or accomplish this month will serve you and help you for a long time. Nothing bad will happen if you spend a little money on things you enjoy. Excessive frugality will not be appreciated by the person of your heart. Mild problems may arise in connection with allergic attacks, but briefly.

Scorpio It’s nice that summer fills you with optimism, but it is

not desirable to be too trusting. Assess your acquaintances more critically and deeply. Do not share details of your personal life that over time can be used against you. You will be able to choose from several lucrative work offers and possibly advance professionally. Costs will mostly be unforeseen and related to speeding tickets, parking tickets or late fees. There should not be any stressful situations in your love or family life. If you come upon a dilemma “fidelity to the partner or a new love affair,” it will be short.

Capricorn Prepare yourself mentally for a number of small and

Aquarius Whatever happens in July you will be the recipient of

universal favors. You are the happiest, most playful, most original - in other words the life of the party and informal leader of the group. And the best part is that now you will be able to master this role for a long time. Your creative performances will be in bloom, the world will throw you ingenious ideas and work opportunities. This will affect your financial situation - the more you work, the more supporters will gather around you, the more help you get, which in turn is a prerequisite for tremendous progress. Your love relationship doesn’t look very good upon close inspection. Consider your actions. Do not chase a hot lover who may have a partner that will return early from a business trip. This will protect your health.

Pisces Time to slow down and think more about indulging

in recreation. If you cannot take a vacation now, then at least enjoy a few days surrounded by nature. The good news is that your work should remain fairly the same, with no unforeseen happenings. This means you won’t receive a raise or promotion, but it also means you won’t be fired. If you want to get away for a day or two your peers can handle things without you. Change your approach with your partner. Try something new and exciting. This will improve your relationship and strengthen your bond. You can afford to spend money doing this – it will be well worth it.

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Bonding With Your Cat By Ellie Nenova

There are a lot of experts out there who say cats are strictly independent animals. These very same experts state that cats have chosen to associate with humans due to their strategy of survival. Although many argue with this statement, there are many who agree as well – although those that agree are normally those in the percentile who don’t agree with cats.

someone due to a “psychic aura” that is compatible with both the person and the cat. If a cat feels that someone is giving them a bad vibe, they will simply ignore that person. Although this can be true in a sense for some, a majority of those who own cats will tell you that this couldn’t be any further from the truth. Even though there are a lot of theories and speculation out there, no one really knows why cats bond with humans. There’s little to no proof available as well, other than cats and their natural instinct for physical survival. Those who own cats know that cats crave attention, simply to make them feel needed. They love to be pampered by their owners, and will shower you with attention and affection if you just give them the chance.

Those who are new to owning cats may find bonding to be very different. Cats are different from other animals, including dogs, in the sense that they bond differently. Different breeds of cats will bond differently with their owners as well, although most prefer affection and attention. The more time you spend around your cat, the more he will bond with you. Over the years, you’ll find that the bond you create with your pet has grown very strong – and simply cannot be broken.

Anyone who has owned a cat will tell you that cats are great at bonding with people, although they are very particular. Normally, a cat will choose someone in the home that he bonds with. You’ll know when a cat wants to bond with you, as he will hop on your lap seeking attention or snuggle up to you at night when you are sleeping. Purring is a strong sign of affection, especially with cats that are looking to bond. Although many experts have tried to figure it out, no one really knows why cats choose a particular person whom they will bond with. It could be the individual’s manners, voice, or simply how that person treats the cat. Perhaps it may be the individual is really gentle, or maybe a little more forceful – bringing the best out in the cat. There are a lot of ideas researchers have come up with to explain how a cat bonds with their human, one of which is psychic. Some say that cats bond with

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than to ask me for a handout. Really the creator of everything needs my change... I don’t think so!”

Dawn & Shane are two opinionated SoCO residents and are ready to speak their mind about any issue submitted to Around SoCO. They are not afraid to say what others are thinking! Nothing in this section is FACT, just opinions from two individuals practicing freedom of speech.

We live in the land of opportunity and even though it is not always fair or you don’t have the same opportunities as others, everyone can contribute to society. If you want to help these people, ignore them! If nobody gave them a handout they would be forced to do something that would contribute to society. If you ever get a chance to talk to one of these individuals 9 times out of 10 they have a million reasons why they can’t work and blame everything and everyone for their lives. GET A JOB and take some responsibility!

What is the harm with teaching God in schools?

What do you think about Amendment 64?

DAWN: The harm happens when you don’t teach about God in the schools. Not specific religious practices but the general idea of God, having faith, and living by the guidelines of being a decent person. Some schools teach many religions, this may also be a good solution since faith is still emphasized but not dictated. We are guaranteed freedom of religion by the constitution but atheism isn’t a religion. It’s a complete lack of faith. Children need faith.

DAWN: I think people do what they want regardless of laws. Legalize everything, tax it heavily and then use the money to improve public education and teach the next generation to make good choices based on careful consideration of consequences and benefits.

Opinions From Dawn & Shane

SHANE: With everything going on in this world sometimes the only thing left to turn to is God. I think stopping the word of God comes from our educators lack of faith. I don’t think you have to have a specific God to believe in to make it into heaven, because really its all kind of simple in most religions. If you try your best to do right by yourself and others I think any God would be happy with that. Teaching God gives everyone an opportunity to look forward with hope for a better future and a answer when there is not one. It’s your choice to believe in God or even which one, but most of us had an opportunity to learn about multiple Gods and make a decision on our own. I think every child deserves to have the same opportunity. We teach War in the classroom... What is the worst that can happen? God forbid we create people that can think for themselves with faith, hope and love for God.

If a person on the street asks you for money should you give it to them? DAWN: Why not? If you can afford it. It’s better to do something good for someone who may not deserve it than it is to turn away someone who truly needs your help. Life can be so difficult at times and it is much easier to lose everything than most people think. Some of the people who ask for money are mentally ill. There are societies who feel the mentally challenged should be protected and supported by the community. Others even believe they are touched by God. Some of the down and out people are veterans or physically disabled. If you are blessed enough to be able to care for yourself and your family and still have enough money left to share a little bit then it is definitely the right thing to do. SHANE: I think handouts enable people to continue to do nothing with their lives. If they are healthy enough to stand on a corner and ask for money, they can do something to earn money. Most of them are not only lazy but have made a career out of it. These individuals have used the system to make money, tax free from good people that choose to work for a living. I have had people tell me, “What if it’s Jesus?” I tell them, “God would know better

SHANE: Now people who smoke marijuana want to legalize it... Hmmm, that means Illegal Drug Dealers would have to get real jobs sounds like a WIN WIN. If you chose to drink, smoke, or do drugs I think it should be up to the individual. I never have been attacked by a stoner and if we can put more money into our economy from the bad choices people are going to make anyway, Why Not?

This was just another blow against the hardworking people of Trinidad and their heritage. I hope the vandals are caught and forced to sit in the canary cage for an entire day apologizing to the people of Trinidad. I’m sure it will be the first speech any of them have ever given that has value. SHANE: That is awful! When I first heard I thought it was just some juveniles with nothing better to do. Then I saw photos from the downtown security cameras on facebook and the suspects are clearly adults. This is something that needs to be investigated. I don’t think this is a victimless crime and I believe that this has to do more with politics. The individuals in the photo are wearing vests to make it look like they were city workers so nobody would notice what they were up to. This is like an episode of Scooby Doo and it’s a mystery that needs to be solved because I believe this goes deeper than hate for a canary. Someone saw these individuals and with the help of the people in Trinidad we can stop these awful people with their strange political agenda. Grown men and women should not be out destroying and vandalizing beautiful attractions that so many wonderful people worked to create. Shame on you Canary Vandalists! Let’s capture the villains and unmask them so we can hear the classic Scooby Doo ending “...and I would have gotten away with it, too, if it hadn’t been for you meddling kids!” Trinidad has to have the biggest canary cage in the world, someone should check into that...

Have you heard about the Canary Cage Vandalism in Trinidad? DAWN: When I first heard about it I thought of the vandalism that occurred at the Ludlow Massacre Memorial Monument. It ended up that some young men defaced the statues and took the heads for some random reason. Maybe it was a testosterone challenge. I figured this was the same type of thing. However, now that photos from the surveillance camera have been made public this was obviously done by two grown men and a woman. One of the men is very large and tall. The woman has light hair, probably white or blonde.

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Everyone knows the politics run hot in Trinidad. This act was done by people who are prejudiced against minorities, laborers and canaries. Don’t laugh about the canary bias. When the monument was first erected there were several individuals against it. They claimed canaries weren’t used in this area by the miners. Most of the complaints came from people who weren’t from this area. People around the area know the feud over the memorial has never been about the canary statue. The Coal Miners Memorial and the canary statue were built because of dedicated miners, their families and supportive community members. Many of whom are of minority heritage or come from low economic backgrounds.

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Enjoy Life By David J. Santistevan Jr. Cutting his grass and watching his grandson play in the yard, with a huge smile on his face is how Las Animas County Sheriff James Wayne Casias spends his day off. Casias has come a long way from a near death experience five years ago to enjoying his family while serving as Las Animas County Sheriff. September of 2009 Casias was doing some work on his house with his brother-in-law Gene Vecellio when Casias hit his head and was knocked out. “ I didn’t bother to go get my head checked. For four months I had a small bleed in my brain and on January 20th of 2010 I seized out,” Casias remembered. “We called over my son-in-law Kevin (Mt San Rafael Hospital emergency room doctor Kevin McClintock M.D.), who made the right decisions and sent me on Flight for Life to Swedish Hospital in Denver.” Casias said he was in an induced coma for 41 days at Porter’s Hospital in Denver after being transferred from Swedish. On February 28, 2010 he came out of the coma, “To everyone’s amazement I came out of it, they said I coded a couple of times. I guess I did not have oxygen to my brain for three minutes. They thought I would be a vegetable if I ever woke up. By the Grace of God and from all of the prayers I received I am blessed to be here today with my family and I want to thank everyone who prayed for my family and me. That made me feel really good and so blessed. Not a day goes by that I don’t thank God for being here! I am thankful for what I have, even on the bad days.” The near death trauma has humbled Casias, who was overtaken with close to a million prayers sent out on a webpage set up for Casias and his family. When he woke up he somehow even knew what date it was. By June of 2010 Casias went back to work on light duty after going through a very hard and trying physical and mental rehab. He lost a lot of weight during the process. Casias went to Pro-Rehab, and Mariposa with Karen Malone, to get back to 100 percent. “I want say thank you and bless you to all the doctors and persons who helped in my rehab.” Casias added. “My staff had to tell me to go home from work most days.” Born and raised in Trinidad, Colorado, Casias went to school in Trinidad School District One, “My dad got a construction job up north, I didn’t want to go so I stayed with my Aunt and went to Hoehne my junior and senior years.” Casias graduated in 1967. He then went on to Trinidad State Junior College. Then he worked highway construction for eight years with his father and brother up north. During this time he married and had three kids, Bryan, Rochelle, and Pamela. In 1968 he started working for the Public Welfare Service. “I met my present and beautiful wife Evelyn of 40-years after I moved back home and we had two daughters, Diane, and Jamie.” Casias said proudly. “I have been very lucky to have been blessed with a loving and caring family.”

Casias worked at the Trinidad Fire Department for six-years, he began his law enforcement career in 1983, “Former Trinidad Police Chief Jim Montoya, who I worked with at the fire department, asked me to come work alongside him at the Police Department. I told him, “Me a cop! Really... I applied and have been in law enforcement ever since. I have loved every minute of it,” Casias said smiling. In 1991, after being the juvenile investigator for the Trinidad Police Department, he joined the Las Animas County Sheriff’s Department. He worked his way up from a detention officer, to a Sgt. Road Deputy, to Undersheriff. Casias was elected in 2004 and also acts as the County’s Fire Warden. Casias explained, “After 32 years I believe we are here to protect and serve the residents of Trinidad and Las Animas County. We are not here for ourselves, we are here for the people. It has been an honor and privilege to serve our community over the past 32 years. I still enjoy my job.” Casias ended his story by saying,“Be thankful for today. Don’t take it for granted, don’t hold grudges, forgive your loved ones and friends, learn to work through disagreements, hold God in your heart, enjoy what life has to offer because you may not be here or get a second tomorrow! I thank God for the reprieve he gave me in life!”

SoCOol for Kids Gardens and Farmers Markets Gardening is a great Summer activity for children of all ages. See if community gardens accept children as volunteers. And don’t forget a field trip to the local farmers market for inspiration. La Familia Community Garden 814 E 5th Street Pueblo, CO 81003 Julie Kuhn 719.583.4311 Trinidad Community Garden Located on the corner of White St. and N. Linden Ave., 719-680-0215 Walsenburg Community Garden 928 Russel Walsenburg, CO 81089 Charles Bryant 719.738.2696 El Pueblo Farmers’ Market Located in El Rio Clinic Parking Lot on the SW corner of Irvington Rd and S. 6th Ave. Mondays from 3-5pm. For more information call 520.882.3133. Trinidad Farmers Market Main Street & Convent Trinidad, CO 81082 719.846.7386 Hours are July 11-October 3 Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Valley Farmers Market At Main and State Streets Municipal Parking Lot Alamosa, Colorado 81101

City Parks To engage curious kids the best activities involve the outdoors — lakes, ponds, and, conservation areas and trails offer the opportunity to explore rocks, bugs, birds, and plants and use up some of that boundless kid energy! Summer is a great time to explore parks in your area: Colorado Springs America the Beautiful Park Memorial Park Monument Valley Park Quail Lake Park Rampart Park Wilson Ranch Park Pueblo Arkansas River Kayak Course City Park Lake Minnequa Park Mineral Palace Rose Gardens Pueblo Riverwalk Trinidad Central Park Kit Carson Park Round Up Park Southside Park Trinidad Riverwalk Want more fun summer activities for your kids. Visit www.aroundsoco.com/socool-kids-summer-activities

Conf luence The confluence of the Purgatoire River with the Arkansas River wasn’t what I’d expected. I’d envisioned their waters flowing together, gracefully swirling into one merged identity. Instead I found a marshy delta. “The Purg” had made its two-hundred mile journey, cascading down the granite face of the Sangre de Cristos, meandering through old Spanish Placitas and long abandoned mining camps, cutting deep canyons into the prairie, and scouring through a million years of rock to reveal the pathways of dinosaurs. Finally, at the place where the Purgatoire surrenders itself to the Arkansas, it was nearly spent. I had expected something more dramatic, like the confluence of the silt-laden Green River with the earth-red Colorado River. There was nothing like that at the confluence of the Purgatoire with the Arkansas; just an oozing bog. With each step, my feet sunk deep into the muck. I felt a strong resistance as my heavy hiking boots broke their seal with the muddy earth. Something was trying to hold me back from making this pilgrimage along “the river of lost souls.” The beginning of my journey was accompanied by strong hesitations; it would be a very long and lonely trek. A couple of miles upstream from the confluence I found myself on firmer ground. I came upon the 19th-century settlement of Boggsville. It’s a National Historic District now. It had been founded in 1866, the first settlement in the Colorado Territory. Back then it was a commercial and agricultural center and a busy stage coach stop along the Santa Fe Trail with twenty buildings, including a trading house and the first territorial public school. It’s residents included Thomas Boggs, for whom the place was named, John Wesley Prowers and his business partner John Hough, who shared three rooms of a house on the banks of the river with Boggsville’s most famous resident, Kit Carson. Hough later moved to Trinidad to open up a mercantile. He built a unique and beautiful home which over looked the Purgatoire River and wagon trains on the Santa Fe Trail. The house itself was a confluence, built using traditional New Mexican adobe construction techniques, but in an English style. In 1873 Hough sold the house to Felipe Baca for seven thousand dollarsworth of sheep’s wool. Boggsville was itself a confluence of sorts, a flowing together of three cultures; American pioneer men from Missouri, married to Spanish aristocratic women from Taos, and a Cheyenne Indian princess. The land was held through the wives’ claims to the Vigil- St.Vrain Spanish land grant. In the case of Prower’s, his wife, Amache had been awarded 640 acres by the U.S. Government as reparation for the murder of her father, Chief Lone Bear at the Sand Creek Massacre. The

children who attended the Boggsville school were as diverse as students in any school today. They were a confluences of Anglo, Spanish and Native American.

government, but Charley continued to fight against the “white man” until he was finally killed in a skirmish with U.S. Army Scouts.

While the children of Boggsville seem to have adjusted pretty well to their multi-cultural world, the confluence of cultures often left mixed-blood children in a condition of confused uncertainty about their identities. The children of William Bent, builder of Bents Fort who had children by Native American wives, didn’t adjust so well. They often felt like strangers in both the worlds of their fathers and of their mothers.

Their sister, Julia married Edmund Guerrier, also a survivor of Sand Creek. His father was a French trapper and his mother a Sioux Indian. Edmund and Julia eventually moved to Oklahoma where they ran a trading post. They built a fine, two-story house for their children to live in, but Julia and Edmund lived in a teepee, “Indian style” out in the yard.

Bent’s sons, George and Charlie grew up wild spending much of their time with their mother’s tribe. That’s where they were, along with their sister, Julia when Colonel Chivington descended upon the Cheyenne encamped at Sand Creek. They witnessed the massacre of their mother’s people, but managed to survive, deeply scarred but alive. When the Bent brothers were old enough, their father sent them to Missouri to get a proper education and to make sure they’d be among white society. But when the Civil War broke out they both joined the confederacy. They were taken as prisoners of war and eventually returned to the Purgatoire River Valley only to discover that their father’s fort had been renamed, “Fort Lyon” in honor of the Union General, Nathanial Lyon whom they’d fought against in their lone battle of the war. George and Charley joined up with feared Cheyenne Dog Soldiers, committing atrocities against White settlers. George eventually settled down to work as a translator for the

Boggsville got me thinking about the confluence of identities in my own life. In America many of us are the product of different paternal and maternal influences. But for me, the most turbulent confluence was the flowing together of two important dimensions of my identity; being a Christian and being an artist. One was a world of rules and norms and respectability; the other was about breaking the rules and having the courage to be different and being willing to deviate. As I walked through Boggsville, the confluence of these two aspects of myself roiled and churned within me. I hoped that my long walk would cause them to resolve into a single, flowing river. Caption: “The Baca House”, a watercolor painting by Doug Holdread. This house was built by John Hough after he moved from Boggsville to Trinidad in 1869. In 1873 he sold the house to Filipe Baca for $7000 worth of wool. It is now a part of the Trinidad History Museum.

Be A Tourist! Support Colorado! By Kathleen Donnelly

While Colorado drought and wildfires have damaged some of our beautiful forests and destroyed homes and businesses this year, the residual threat is even more dangerous. Like any industry, bad PR can be devastating, and local, state and national news about our fires has spread, unstoppable, as notoriously as the fires themselves. The economic impact to Colorado could be devastating if people cancel plans and reservations to come to Colorado. While the loss of even one acre of our pristine beauty is terrible, the State of Colorado is the eighth biggest state in the U.S., encompassing 104,100 sq. miles, and we are still open for business! According to a November 2012 study by Dean Runyan Associates for the Colorado Tourism Office, Office of Economic Development and International Trade, “In the 2011 calendar year, total direct travel spending in Colorado was over $15.9 billion, and direct travel spending supported 141,400 jobs with earnings of over $4.1 billion. The Colorado travel industry generated $879 million in local and state tax revenues.” Colorado tourism businesses such as lodging, resorts, hotels, motels, B&Bs, campgrounds, restaurants, shops, services, equipment and vehicle rentals, creative industries, the arts, theatre, agritourism, and a host of Colorado attractions could lose large amounts of their annual revenues if people are afraid to travel to our beautiful state this summer. Around SoCO encourages Colorado residents to let their friends and families know that we are ready with open arms to welcome visitors. We would also encourage our own residents to take a Backyard Vacation in Colorado this summer. There are twenty-five Scenic & Historic byways in Colorado. Planning a tour and itinerary along one of these fascinating roads will make a fun and memorable mini vacation. You can stop for lunch or dinner and browse through the shops and art galleries in the towns along the way, and do your patriotic duty for Colorado’s tourism industry. Money earned in one industry circulates throughout the economy to the benefit of all our state’s industries. Here are some free activities along Colorado’s Scenic Byways: 1. Unaweep Hanging Flume Tour on the Unaweep Tabequache Scenic Byway between Placerville and Grand Junction. 2. Miller-Coors Brewery Tour on the Lariat Loop Scenic Byway. 3. Hike one of Colorado’s most accessible of our 54 “fourteeners’, Mount Bierstadt on the Guarella Pass Scenic Byway. 4. Trails that lead to historic gold mine sites on the Gold Belt Tour Scenic Byway near Victor. 5. Take a free trolley ride and a free walking tour of the Corazon de Trinidad National Historic District in downtown Trinidad along the Santa Fe Trail Scenic and Historic Byway.

Colorado’s Historic and Scenic Byways • Alpine Loop Scenic & Historic Byway – San Juan Mountains • West Elk Loop Scenic & Historic Byway – Carbondale • Independence Pass – Leadville • Gold Belt Tour Scenic & Historic Byway – Cripple Creek, Victor, Canon City • Trail of the Ancients Scenic & Historic Byway – Dolores • Highway of Legends Scenic & Historic Byway – Trinidad, LaVeta, Walsenburg • Dinosaur Diamond Scenic & Historic Byway – Fruita • Silver Thread Scenic & Historic Byway – Creede • San Juan Skyway Scenic & Historic Byway – San Juan Public Lands, Durango • Collegiate Peaks Scenic & Historic Byway – Salida, Poncha Springs, Granite • Frontier Pathways Scenic & Historic Byway – Pueblo, Colorado City • Unaweep/Tabequache Scenic & Historic Byway – Placerville, Grand Junction, Montrose • South Platte River Scenic & Historic Byway – Julesburg • Flat Top Trail Scenic & Historic Byway – Yampa • Grand Mesa Scenic & Historic Byway – Black Canyon of the Gunnison • Cache La Poudre/North Park Scenic & Historic Byway – Fort Collins, Fruita • Peak to Peak Scenic & Historic Byway – Continental Divide • Colorado River Headwaters Scenic & Historic Byway – Grand Lake, Granby • Pawnee Pioneer Trails – Greeley • Top of the Rockies Scenic & Historic Byway – Red Cliff • Trail Ridge Road – Estes Park • Los Caminos Antiguos Scenic & Historic Byway – San Luis Valley • Mount Evans – Clear Creek County, Idaho Springs • Lariat Loop Scenic Byway – Evergreen, Golden, Morrison • Santa Fe Trail Scenic & Historic Byway – Trinidad, La Junta, Lamar

HEALTHY LIVING

Who? Those who are under stress, struggling with sinus or hearing loss or any head congestion. How? The candle is placed gently in ear. After a seal is formed, the far end of the candle is lit and monitored as it burns. When the candle is still a 3 to 4 inch distance from the head, it is extinguished. Why? Relieve earaches, sinus infections, sinus pressure,and relieves pressure points of tension. Can help with emotional clearing. Acts as a catalyst to clear out debris from nerve endings.

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Spirituality and Health By Leo M. Bonfadini, D. Min., LCSW

The World Health Organization (WHO) defines Health as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Many of us understand that when we are feeling ill we seek medical attention, and rightfully so. However, just as we understand the value of medical care, it is fundamental for us to also understand how other belief systems can be just as important as medical care.

Reach for Feeling Better

Submitted by Katrina McLaughlin of Trinidad Pediatric and Adult Therapy Services Stretching What? Assisted stretching of muscles: to stretch is to work the opposite of the muscle’s action. Gradually applying gentle force to lengthen and lubricate muscles and joints. Where? This is done fully clothed on a massage table. Who? Everyone can benefit from stretching: can improve health without wear and tear on the body. How? Client lies clothed on a massage table. Therapist will instruct and assist in movement for each stretch. How Often? Great to have this on a regular basis. Why? Lengthens muscle fibers contracted from disuse or excessive use. Restores muscle flexibility after injury. Assists in removal of lactic acid from muscles. Increases flexibility. Restores muscle balance. Warms muscles. Stimulates digestive organs. Energizes body. Reduces inflammation in joints. Relieves stress and tension. Improves posture. Improves mental focus and concentration.

Jin Shin What? An ancient art of harmonizing life energy. Where? Passed down from generation to generation by word of mouth it was revived in the early 1900’s in Japan. Jin Shin Jyutsu was brought to the United States in the 195O’s by Mary Burmeister. Who? Everyone can benefit. How? The client lies clothed on a treatment table while the therapist gently moves their hands in particular sequences around the body. How Often? It is good to have a series of treatments to balance the body and then keep a schedule to maintain this balance. Self-care recommended. Why? Jin Shin brings balance to the body’s energy, facilitating our own profound healing capacity. It is a valuable complement to conventional healing, inducing relaxation and reducing stress. Jin Shin has 26 “safety energy locks” along energy pathways. Blockages can disrupt these and eventually cause disease. Holding these energy locks in combination can bring balance to mind, body, and spirit. Ear Candling What? Coning or thermal-auricular therapy is a safe, simple practice using long, tapered cones that are inserted into the ears. Where? Coning is a very old technique found in every culture across the globe.

Studies show that an individual’s spirituality can benefit and promote good health and fight disease. This is accomplished because individuals, having a sense of spirituality, have additional social supports, a sense that, all things have a purpose. Similar studies note that some form of religious involvement was seen to be associated with less physical disability and less depression. Elderly people who regularly attended religious services had healthier immune systems than those who didn’t. Spiritual beliefs are an important part of how many people deal with life’s joys and hardships. Faith can provide people with a sense of purpose and guidelines for living. When families face threatening situations, their religious beliefs and practices can help them fight feelings of helplessness, restore meaning and order to life situations. Spiritual beliefs promote one’s regaining a sense of control. Medical studies also confirmed that spirituality can have a profound effect on mental states. High Levels of hope and optimism, key factors in fighting depression, were found among those who have a faith system. Research also suggests that individuals who feel strongly that spirituality or the presence of a higher power are sources of strength and comfort are healthier and possess greater healing capabilities. Numerous research investigations have reported positive correlations between spirituality and decreased rates of stroke, cancer, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, drug abuse, suicide, and general mortality. It has been suggested that faith is beneficial for health and healing because it helps people avoid unhealthy behaviors such as smoking and excessive eating and drinking. To conclude, the impact of spirituality on health and healing is a topic of increasing importance in the disciplines of medicine. Spirituality offers many positive associations that exist between spirituality and health and healing. Having a sense of spirituality should not be minimized.

SoCOmical

Anjelah Johnson at Memorial Hall Grand Opening Global Spectrum, is proud to announce the Grand Opening of Memorial Hall on Friday July 12, 2013. This was no ordinary renovation project; this was a renovation project of a Community landmark. “I hope the community will see what a fantastic job and the effort that was put forth to revitalize Memorial Hall. The community of Pueblo should be very proud to have such a great facility in their own backyard. Many cities would love to have this type of venue” stated General Manager Brian Hoffman.

“We plan to bring acts from all types of genres and on a monthly basis.” stated Hoffman. With the help of our sponsor of Wilcoxson Buick we would like to announce that Anjelah Johnson will kick off the Grand Opening Celebration on Friday July 12, 2013 and that will be followed by National comedic star Brian Regan on Thursday August 8th, 2013 Born and raised in San Jose, California, Anjelah Johnson is of Mexican and Native American descent. Johnson was a professional cheerleader for the Oakland Raiders, where she was named Rookie of the Year. She became an internet sensation with her viral video “Nail Salon” and later, she appeared on “MADtv” as a series regular, which then spawned another internet sensation “Bon Qui Qui.” Johnson was nominated for an ALMA Award for her work on the show. Johnson can also be seen as a live action character in the film ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS: THE SQUEAKQUEL alongside Jason Lee and the voices of Justin Long, Anna Faris and Amy Poehler. ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS: THE SQUEAKQUEL is now available on Blu-ray and DVD. In 2010, Johnson starred in OUR FAMILY WEDDING. She plays the feisty sister of America Ferrera in this comedy about two families coming together for a wedding. The film also stars Carlos Mencia, Regina King, and Oscar winner Forest Whitaker. Also, Johnson lent her voice for the animated film MARMADUKE along with Emma Stone, Owen Wilson and Jeremy Piven. Brian Regan has distinguished himself as one of the premier comedians in the country. The perfect balance of sophisticated writing and physicality, Brian fills theaters nationwide with fervent fans that span generations. Also we would like to announce Memorial Halls Logo. You can go to www.pueblomemorialhall.com, follow on Twitter @PuebloMH, or on facebook www.facebook. com/PuebloCoMemorialHall, to get information on tickets and upcoming events.

Global Spectrum(global-spectrum.com) manages the Pueblo Convention Center, as well as more than 100 public assembly facilities around the world. Over 20-million people attended more than 12,000 events in Global Spectrum venues last year. Based in Philadelphia, PA, Global Spectrum is part of Comcast-Spectacor, one of the world’s largest sports and entertainment companies. Comcast-Spectacor also owns the Philadelphia Flyers of the National Hockey League, Ovations Food Service, a food and beverage services provider, New Era Tickets, a full-service ticketing and

marketing product for public assembly facilities, Paciolan, the leading provider of venue establishment ticketing, fundraising and marketing technology solutions, Front Row Marketing Services, a commercial rights sales company, and Flyers Skate Zone, a series of community ice skating rinks.

SoCOlorful Westcliffe

Westcliffe is a gorgeous town in Southern Colorado flanked by the Wet Mountain range and Sangre de Cristo Mountain range. From the town you can view five 14,000 ft. peaks known as the Crestone Group. Visitors often stay at Westcliffe while exploring the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, the Royal Gorge, and Lake Pueblo State Park. Here are some summer events in Westcliffe. 2013 High Mountain Hay Fever Bluegrass Festival Music will ring out across the Wet Mountain Valley at the 11th annual High Mountain Hay Fever Bluegrass Festival in the heart of the Rockies. Join us as Old Time Kozmic Trio, Foghorn String Band, Red Molly, Kathy Kallick Band, The Hard Road Trio + Bill Evans, a reunion of the Bluegrass Patriots and many other top-notch bluegrass performers converge on Westcliffe, Colorado, for four days of music benefitting the Custer County Medical Center. Come enjoy stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, square dancing, a children’s music program, on-site camping and a full roster of exciting bluegrass performers. The 11th annual festival dates are Thursday through Sunday, July 11 - 14, 2013. The line-up includes festival co-hosts: the inimitable Dry Branch Fire Squad and the Sons and Brothers Band’s high-energy harmonies. Joining them will be Gary Bowman, and a special appearance by Heidi

Clare and Lonesome Cowboy Hobo Wyoming Slim. The festival kicks into high gear Thursday evening with stellar regional performers the Blue Canyon Boys, Steel Pennies, Phoebe and Harper - The Powell Sisters and Grassitup. Many of these performers will also conduct workshops throughout the weekend, which will afford festival goers the opportunity to experience the performers in a more intimate setting. Also in the workshop schedule is the popular children’s program (two workshop sessions plus a main stage performance) and the new festival tradition: square dancing.

Free Concert July 21 Chris Collins CHRIS COLLINS (guitar, banjo, lead vocals) A Wisconsin native who currently resides in Houston, Texas, Chris is a singer/songwriter, recording engineer, and all around great performer. He has twice been selected as a top ten regional finalist at the Kerrville Folk Festival. With two CD’s to his credit, he has a special way of making each person feel like the song he is singing is just for them. For more information visit http:// bouldercanyonband.com/fr_schedule.cfm.

High Mountain Hay Fever 2012 was another great success with over 4,000 attending. The 2012 festival raised about $45,000 for the Custer County Medical Center as well as $20,000 for the Bluff Project, an effort to preserve the current site of the festival overlooking the Wet Mountain Valley. Total funds generated for Westcliffe’s rural medical facility over 10 years now tops $350,000! This money has been used to enhance emergency services in Custer County, as well as clinic access improvements. The Medical Center has also purchased in-house lab equipment and new diagnostic technology; some of the 2012 donation will be used to provide health care for those who can’t afford it.

Free Concert August 4 Susan Gibson For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/susannng?fref=ts.

High Mountain Hay Fever is also the best deal in bluegrass. Ticket prices are $10 for Thursday evening; $40 for all day Friday; $45 for Saturday; and only $25 for Sunday. Students with school I.D. can buy a $10 ticket at the gate each day; children 12 and under accompanied by a paying adult are free. The best deal is the Four Day Pass: $70 through May 31 and $85 after that. All tickets are on sale now via the website: www.highmountainhayfever.org. For more information contact Butch Gemin, rgemin@yahoo.com, 719.371.6879.

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Trinidad State Junior College Sample First Choice scenario for 1 semester (student living off-campus) High School GPA 4.0-3.8 3.799-3.5 3.0-3.499 2.0-2.999 Automatic Merit $600 $480 $360 $0 Spring Fest Scholarship $250 $250 $250 $250 Full Pell* $2,823 $2,823 $2,823 $2,823 Colorado Student Grant* $750 $750 $750 $750 Total Benefit $4,423 $4,303 $4,183 $3,823 15 Credit Hour with COF* $1,793 $1,793 $1,793 $1,793 Fees - Trinidad Campus $303 $303 $303 $303 Total Tuition and Fees $2,096 $2,096 $2,096 $2,096 Refund to Student $2,327 $2,207 $2,087 $1,727

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Art on the Streets Submitted by the Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs An outdoor sculpture gallery celebrating the power of art in public places. Art on the Streets celebrates the power of art in public places, while turning the streets of downtown Colorado Springs into a yearlong outdoor art gallery. The 15th annual exhibit features new works by eleven artists, including several Colorado artists. This year, there were 131 entries. Selections were juried and curated by Blake Milteer, of the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. Since the first Art on the Streets exhibit in 1999, Downtown Colorado Springs and Community Ventures have displayed nearly 200 artworks by more than 100 regional, national and international artists. Seventeen sculptures have been purchased by and are installed in a variety of downtown locations. The program is entirely funded by corporate and individual donations. U.S.Bank is a Founding Sponsor. They have been sponsors for the entire 15 years of the program. Additional sponsors this year include H. Chase Stone Trust, GE Johnson, Insurance Technologies, Nor’Wood, Adventures Out West, and Colorado Springs Utilities. Winners were announced at the Art on the Streets opening reception on Friday, June 21, 2013. First Place winner ($15,000) Michael Brohman Place Bronze Icons of the rural Western landscape sit atop a series of three columns in this work using regional materials and colors. The columns are cast in bronze from architectural elements salvaged at a demolition site. Michael

Brohman lives in Denver, Colorado. Price to Purchase: $36,000 The artist says: ”I intentionally create works that are impossible to read in a single way. There are always multiple interpretations that are never still, but fluctuate between degrees of insight and confusion. At times they can evoke more questions than answers.” Jennifer Cannon Current Aluminum Intended for interaction as viewers walk under and around it, Current captures the essence of a river current. The piece speaks to our ability to harness nature for our own benefit and enjoyment, while preserving it for future generations. Jennifer Cannon lives in San Jose, California. Price to Purchase: $10,000 The artist says: “I was the last of seven children, and my father was a steelworker. After long days at the mill, he’d come home and work on our farm. As a child, I loved watching him build and fix large farm equipment in our garage. I would like to think that his creativity in building solutions to problems is mirrored in my transforming abstract ideas into sculptures.” Third Place winner ($2,500) Jimmy Descant Reverse Prometheus Found objects/assemblage A reclaimed water tank covered in aluminum diamond plate atop a radiator tower is transformed into a rocketship, angled upward towards the sky. A comment on humanity’s past and future, and the good and bad in all of mankind. Self-taught as a sculptor, Jimmy Descant lives in Salida, Colorado. Price to Purchase: $25,000 www.deluxerocketships.com The artist says: “There is no welding in my work. Parts from the golden era of American manufacturing of durable goods and tools of human existence, found in my searches for junk, are bolted together in my style.” Janene DiRico-Cable Iron Horse Steel DiRico-Cable sees horses as mystical creatures, and

portrays their wild spirits through both realistic and abstract forms. Made of Corten steel, Iron Horse is designed to weather with time and achieve a rusted patina. Janene DiRico-Cable lives in Castle Rock, Colorado. Price to purchase: $11,000 The artist says: “When viewers cannot walk past one of my pieces without reaching out to touch it, I find this to be a major compliment and honor as an artist.” Timothy C. Flood Stranger Reduction Zone Mixed media Built using industry-standard crosswalk signal housings and street sign elements, Stranger Reduction Zone serves as a public intervention piece meant to build community one person at a time. With lighting and audio clips, the piece encourages viewers to meet and greet each other, bridging the gap between individuals and breaking down anonymity among neighbors. Timothy Flood lives in Denver, Colorado. Price to Purchase: $3,150 The artist says: “I strive to create an interactive environment with my artwork. This piece intends to complement and accentuate the welcoming nature of Colorado Springs, which I have experienced firsthand. “ Suzanne Kane Xeriscape Steel and ceramic Kane’s current body of work mimics shrub forms found in the high Chihuahuan Desert. Xeriscape is a sculpture in three parts, with high-fire ceramic “seed pods” affixed to a row of steel armatures. Suzanne Kane moved from Colorado to Las Cruces, New Mexico, where she now lives and works. Price to Purchase: $9,000 The artist says: “This work is inspired by the weird and wonderful plant life found in a harsh desert landscape.” Pard Morrison Sum Fired pigment on aluminum With a compositional form established through geometric gesture, Sum comments on the current tendency to replace “real experience with artificial two dimensional experience”, and the resulting demise of

factual narrative. Pard Morrison is a native and resident of Colorado Springs, Colorado. Price to Purchase: $18,000 The artist says: “My interest lies in the exploration of the intersection of pictorial illusion, and specific object, and the marriage of both.” Second Place winner ($7,500) Melanie Piech Play Date Steel and polyethelene Play Date is a calendar that works like an abacus, inviting you, as the viewer, into a relationship. Its function is not to mark time, but to entice you to interact with it and move its parts—to leave a temporary private mark in a public space. Melanie Piech lives in San Francisco, California. Price to Purchase: $5,800 The artist says: “Art, for me, is about the communication of ideas. I spent 12 years as a lawyer. In law, communication is about control; the objective is to persuade the audience to accept your point of view. If you are successful, they part from you with your idea in their heads. In art, communication is about transformation; the objective is to give the audience your idea and to encourage them to ruminate about it and to combine it with their own. You are successful if they part from you with new ideas in their heads.” Kim Polomka Tree Steel and painted aluminum Tree offers a cubist approach to landscaping, with painted aluminum cubes hanging from a stylized tree form. Designed to move and rotate, the cubes reference leaves rustling in the wind. Originally from Australia, Kim Polmoka lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where his large-scale murals can be seen on buildings throughout downtown, including the largest exterior mural on a pitched corrugated room in the USA. Price to Purchase: $9,500 The artist says: “My goal is to create Fine Art, and to strive for excellence in all areas of the creative process. I am passionate about excellence in public art in the community.”

The artist says: “As a native of Colorado, I was moved to offer a positive portrayal during the era of the Bark Beetle Blues. My hope is that this interactive experience allows us to smile and rise above our sadness and loss.”

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3. Chris Rench, Constellations III

7. Jennifer Cannon, Current 8. Suzanne Kane, Xeriscape 9. Timothy C. Flood, Stranger Reduction Zone

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6. Jimmy Descant, Reverse Prometheus, Third Place

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5. Kim Polomka, Tree

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4. Tim Upham, Red Springs Garden

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10. Michael Brohman, Place, First Place

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Tim Upham Red Springs Garden Lodgepole pine trees Created as part of the artist’s Bark Beetle Blues series, Red Springs Garden offers a whimsical response to the devastating impact of pine bark beetle infestations in Colorado and beyond. This site-specific installation includes fifty lodgepole pine trees, brightly colored using water-based tempera paint. Tim Upham lives in Fort Collins, Colorado. Price to Purchase: $16,000

2. Melanie Piech, Play Date, Second Place

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The artist says: “Sculpture is a tangible medium of art--art that can and should be touched, interacted with and shared with others--with the ability to leave lasting memories.”

1. Janene DiRico-Cable, Iron Horse

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Chris Rench Constellations III Steel Three large-scale abstract steel forms sit clustered together, inviting viewers to “consider the dreams of stars manifested in these forms.” Originally self-taught in industrial engineering, Chris Rench lives in Hood River, Oregon. Price to Purchase: $29,000

11. Pard Morrison, Sum (awaiting installation)

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Yoga for Kids By Gina Ojeda

Children are natural Yogis! Children love yoga because it speaks their language and adults love yoga because it brings out their inner child. Our children have to deal with stress and worry at such a young age in our hurry up society. Our children live in a world with busy parents, the pressure of school and homework, competitive sports and not to mention video games and television. All of these stresses and pressures can have a profound effect on their innate joy, and usually not for the better. When yogis developed the asanas many thousands of years ago, they still lived close to the natural world and used animals and plants for inspiration. They were inspired by the courageous lion, the strong cobra, the grace of a swan, and the grounded stature of a tree. When children imitate the movements and sounds of nature, they have a chance to get inside another being and imagine taking on its qualities. It is educational as well as empowering. Children can gain enormous benefits from yoga. Physically, it enhances their flexibility, strength, balance, and coordination. Mentally, it improves self-discipline and self-awareness. Children who are learning yoga also learn to master their own behavior. Emotionally, they find self-approval and learn to love accept themselves as well as control their emotions. It is a non-competitive way to exercise and a great way to bond with other children. It is easy for kids to

become overly self-critical, and lose confidence in themselves as they grow and change. Yoga is a great remedy; there is no judgment in a yoga class about how a child does a pose or plays a game. Doing a pose ‘perfectly’ is not the aim of yoga, which nurtures a child’s inner strength and self-acceptance. Yoga can also help kids with special needs. Studies from the University of Heidberg, suggest that yoga, in coordination with other therapies, may help kids with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It has been shown to be helpful and therapeutic for children with Downs’s syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other physically limiting conditions. Three years ago I taught my first yoga for youth class at an elementary school. I looked forward to the opportunity with confidence and hope that I would succeed. After, I taught the class, I felt humbled and realized that I needed to reevaluate my approach. I continued to teach children in schools and loved the challenge it brought to me. When I began to honor the children's innate intelligence and tune in to how they were instructing me to instruct them, everything began to flow. I had to let go of all expectations and tune into the child’s needs. We used the yoga postures to connect with nature, impersonate the animals, including their adaptions and behavior. We incorporated music, dance, stories, and games to create a truly interdisciplinary approach to learning. Together we wove stories with our bodies and minds in a flow that could only happen in a child's mind. I am a certified Yogiños: Yoga for Youth® instructor. Yogiños is a wonderful tri-lingual interdisciplinary program, teaching the kids the poses in English, Spanish and Sanskrit (language from India). I love working with children and I plan to help with the evolution of our children’s consciousness. We offer Yogiños: Yoga for Youth® at Hot Yoga on Main every Friday at 2 pm. Ages 2-10 are welcome (ages 4 and under must be accompanied by a legal guardian). We usually encourage children 10 and up to try our warm and gentle class. Get more information at www.hotyogaonmain.com

Go Wild! A Visit to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo By E.R.A. McCarthey If you haven’t visited the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs then you have been missing one of the wildest places in SoCO. If you have children, or want to steal a niece or nephew, you will have an excuse to explore “My Big Backyard’, an awesome playground with giant mushrooms, oversized chairs and a huge snake that are all meant to be climbed on or through. There are also little rabbits in the garden and other small animals running about close to the area. For tiny tots there is the Shongololo Choo Choo ride through the “Australia” exhibit. There are pony rides for small children and children of all ages will enjoy a spin on the carousel. Worried about your kids getting out and having fun this summer? Enroll them in one of the several delightful summer camps available at the zoo. They even have an overnight camp for Pre-K-6 if you need a date night but want your kids to have a fun night out as well. If you’d like to have a great time with your toddlers you

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By E.R.A. McCarthey

Looking for fun and educational activities for your children this summer? Then head over the Buell Children’s Museum at the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center in Pueblo. The Buell Children’s Museum has been ranked second in the nation by Child Magazine. The museum has exhibits on art, science and history with many interactive and hands-on activities. The “Artrageous Studio” has visitors create artworks using paper, ribbon, mylar, and other colorful materials. In the “El Pomar Magic Carpet Theater” you can watch programs on the projector or star in your own production. The “Reilly Family Gallery” is full of hands-on exhibits. Take your toddlers to the “Buell Baby Barn” and let them explore.

can take them on the “F.A.W.N. Stroller Safari” for babies 18-36 months old. There are also scout programs, teen programs, internships and so many more educational and exciting programs available at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Want to impress your love with an exciting date? Try visiting the zoo and snuggling together while you soar over the zoo, Cheyenne Mountain, Colorado Springs and the lovely east planes. You can also go on a selfguided tour of the art displayed throughout the zoo. Want to get your partner to snuggle closer. Escape to the “Encounter Africa” exhibit and listen to the roaring of lions, watch majestic elephants play in pools, be entranced by the stoic black rhino, and laugh at the antics of fun little meerkats. The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo offers a wealth of information and itineraries on their website. There is even a cool zookeeper game for the kids to play online. If you want to really plan your trip to the zoo explore the website and learn about all the activities ahead of time. Visit www.cmzoo.org for more information. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd Colorado Springs, CO 80906 719.633.9925 Summer Hours 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. (last admission at 4 p.m.) Mountaineer Sky Ride Summer Hours Daily, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. (last ride at 5:30 p.m.)

The Buell Children’s Museum is offering Super Hero Camps this summer. Children can write and illustrate comic books, craft masks and sew capes, design a hero medal…and much, much more. Find out all the details by visiting www.sdc-arts.org/artscamps.html. The Sangre de Cristo Arts Center also has children and adult classes for dance, performing arts, music, visual arts, fitness and wine appreciation. Visit www.sdc-arts. org/education.html for more information. Sangre de Cristo Arts Center 210 N. Santa Fe Ave. Pueblo, CO 81003 719.295.7200 Buell Children’s Museum Hours: 11a.m.-4p.m., Tues.-Sat. Want more fun summer activities for your kids. Visit http://aroundsoco.com/socool-kids-summer-activities/

If Life is a Highway You Need a Good Car By E.R.A. McCarthey

Trinidad Community Foundation raffled off a 2002 Mercedes-Benz to raise funds for the non-profit organization’s grant program. Chris Huffman, Vice-President and Marketing Director for First National Bank in Trinidad decided to take a chance and buy three tickets. Chris stated, “I decided I would buy three for $25 with the intent that if I won, I would give the car to my sister. She has been driving one old car after another over many years and has been left stranded many times. Her family can never go out of town because they don’t have a vehicle they can depend on. I could never buy her a car, but I thought maybe I could win her one.” As the drawing approached Chris decided to buy three more tickets. She talked with her mother about the raffle and found out her mother had also participated in a car raffle but with no luck. With the whole family praying for a new car to help Chris’ sister they waited for the day of the raffle. Chris talked about the wait, “During the night of June 30th, I woke up and remembered that the drawing was the next day. I said a quick prayer, “God, if Tina is supposed to have this car, then make me the winner.” The next morning I texted my Mom and told her, “The car drawing is today. Pray that I win the car for Tina.”

Trinidad Elks honor America’s mast on Flag Day By Doc Leonetti There was abounding respect for America and America’s grandest symbol at the stately 88 year old Elks building reposing at 120 South Maple in Trinidad last Friday evening. It was Flag Day in America. A 6:00 p.m. flag retirement ceremony was presented by the local Elks leaders before a representative group of Elk members and other patriotic Trinidadians. The Elks, in their quest to work for the good of the Trinidad community, have also assumed responsibility for the 12’ X 18’ standard currently waving atop Simpson’s Rest, a phenomenon that requires frequent replacements because of sheer wear-and-tear. The latest rendition of America’s ultimate symbol was replaced two weeks before Memorial Day. Fred Sola has assisted with the replacement of numerous flags on Simpsons Rest, but the retirement of the American flags is a first. The Exalted Secretary recalls no such a patriotic celebration during his long tenure as an Elk. “The flag is a symbol of our great nation,” exhorted Exalted Ruler John B. Garcia during the ceremony. “We have looked upon our American flag as a symbol of our national unity and self-dedication to God, to country and to our fellow man. It is in the spirit of our undying devotion to our country. It has been the banner of hope and freedom for generations of Americans. Our flag represents one’s greatest, noblest and most sublime dream as well as the highest ideals of individual

By 4:30 p.m. I had not received a call, so I figured I had probably not won. I emailed TCF and said, “Hi! So, I’m dying to know who won the car!!!???” They wrote back, “The drawing is at 5:00 today.” I wrote back, “Oh boy!!! Call my cell if I win. Thanks!” At 5:00 p.m. on the dot, my cell phone rang! I said to myself, “No! It can’t be. It must be my husband or someone else - a coincidence that I’m getting a call at 5:00 p.m.” I looked at the number and I did not recognize it. My heart was racing. Could it be? I answered the call, only to hear, “Congratulations, Chris, you won the car!!!”

Other winners of the Trinidad Community Foundation raffle were Charlie Hislop from Weston who won a 16GB mini iPad and Louise Ridolfi from Trinidad who won a 16GB iPod nano. TCF is a non-profit organization that gives out grants to may worthy endeavors in Trinidad and also host “The Round Table,” a community gathering of locals working together to build Trinidad.

Chris cried as she told her coworkers she had won. She was so happy to be able to give her sister the much needed car. She described telling Tina the good news, “After going to Phil Long Toyota to take a picture of the 2002 Mercedes-Benz ML500 SUV, 5-speed automatic with leather seats, a sun roof, and all the bells and whistles that I had just won, I called my sister to let her know she had a new car! She answered, ’So, how’s my favorite sister (I’m her only sister)?’ I said, ‘Great, but you’re going to be even better! I just won you a new car!’ We cried, and laughed and cried some more. She emailed me later that evening to say she was still shaking with excitement.” On July 2nd, Chris’ Mom, who lives close to her sister in Florence, Colorado brought Tina to Trinidad to meet with TCF officials and sign the paperwork. She got to drive home in a new car and the family couldn’t be happier. Chris said, “God works in mysterious ways, and this time I was lucky enough to be His instrument.” liberty, justice and equal opportunity for all.” City Councilman Joe Bonato was one of a number of citizens in attendance. “I’ve been an Elk for 23 years and came here tonight because I heard of this process and wanted to be here for it,” said Bonato. “The Trinidad Elks, the city of Trinidad, and the nation are all impacted by the symbolism of the American flag. The Elks are doing a great service by honoring our flag. I truly respect that. And I would like to thank them for maintaining our great flag that fly’s over Simpsons Rest. That flag is a heart warming sight. All of this has a great positive impact on our entire community.” Garcia was recently elected Exalted Ruler of the Trinidad Elks. William Boukes (Esteemed Lecturing Knight), Ron Valdez (Esteemed Loyal Knight), Tim Merchant (Esteemed Leading Knight), Dolores Hart (Esquire), Fred Sola (Secretary), and Gil Sanchez (Chaplain) comprise the remaining key officers who preside over Elks operations and functions. Garcia was implicitly pleased with the evening’s proceedings. “I’m happy to conduct this ceremony to honor our flag,” explained Garcia. “The flags that we’ve honored tonight will be cremated to properly dispose of them. It is truly an honor to conduct this ceremony as a symbol of our respect for the flag and what it stands for. Of course, it’s been with us forever. As kids, we were taught to respect it and we were raised to respect it. It’s the American way.” Flag Day commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States which happened on that day in 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. The United States Army also celebrates the Army Birthday on this date.

Photo courtesy of TCF and Chris Huffman from left to right: Phil Rico, Howard Lackey handing Chris the keys, Chris Huffman, Chris’s sister Tina Cook, and Lou Simpleman, TCF Executive Chair.

“Our flag deserves respect from everybody,” added Valdez. “I believe other countries envy us because of our devotion to it. Everybody should take more time to reflect on our flag and what it means to our great nation. It touches me. It certainly is an honor to be a part of this ceremony.” In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that officially established June 14 as Flag Day; in August 1949, National Flag Day was established by an Act of Congress. “It is our responsibility to properly honor our flag,” concluded Merchant. “Our flag is all of us. It is all that we stand for. It is symbolic of our veterans, our nation, and everything we believe in. Surely, it is appropriate that it should be retired properly.”

Genuine Femininity By Ellie Nenova

Summer is probably the favorite season for most of us. It brings sunshine, seaside dinners and unforgettable memories. Summer is the time when we can boldly experiment with clothes, accessories, hairstyles and makeup. Summer is when the dress is favored and indispensable. It brings glamour, confidence, and softness to our lookâ&#x20AC;Ś a symbol of genuine femininity. This summer the trend is to wear long summer dresses - whether on the beach, to work, to walk or to a party. Long summer dresses lengthen the figure, and if they are slit, make a womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s feet and legs appear irresistibly tempting. This season, African patterns occupy a leading position among the fashion trends. Go bold and don long summer dresses with African ornaments, embroidery and colors. Red, yellow, green, blue and orange adorn nearly all dresses in African style. Silk or cotton moves around the body in the most flattering ways. A long black dress is suitable for cocktails and if you want to collect all the male gazes at the party wear a bright red dress instead. The fabrics for evening wear are sheer - chiffon, organza, taffeta. Floral motifs remain present on the catwalks, not only on long summer dresses, but also with all other forms of dress. Animal prints also continue to be modern, but suffered some transformations. They have become

more delicate, softer and suggesting. Knee-length dresses in leopard print are a hit this summer. Mini dresses continue to be respected among the designers and the fairer sex as always. All the ladies who want to show more skin can be seen wearing a wide variety of short dresses. The forms are different - offset side stitched with short sleeves and thin straps, backless, with one shoulder, bustier. Balloon dresses are still relevant. Floral or plain - they are an ideal choice for a party or club. Knitted dresses have also taken a place among the summer trends in 2013. They are comfortable, lightweight and perfect for everyday events. Wear them with flat sandals and a hat to be a vision of leisure and comfort. Dresses above the knee are ideal for ladies who do not like to show too much skin, but want to be comfortable and a little playful. They also vary in different colors, covered with a variety of patterns. Some have strict lines and are suitable for business meetings while others are cut more seductively and are more for evening wear. Mediterranean breeze is again present in dresses this summer. These dresses invoke a sense of freedom. Blue is the leading trend in all of its nuances - from dark to light. Add gold jewelry and clog sandals to complete the free spirited mermaid look. Every lady that appreciates fashion certainly has at least one plain white dress in your wardrobe - whether long or short. If you decide to bet on floral accessories, go ahead. This summer a white dress with floral accessories will surely make all women envy you and men unable to turn from the sight of you!

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Government___________________ Bringing Hope and Ending Battles Congressman Cory Scott Gardner Serves Colorado By David J. Santistevan Jr. Rep. Cory Gardner, R-Colo. says he is an advocate for limited government and he wants to put an end to the Army’s battle with farmers and ranchers in Southeastern Colorado. From humble beginnings as a fifth-generation Coloradoan, to growing up working with his family’s farm implement dealership, to serving as an elected official in the State House of Representatives to now representing Colorado in Congress, Gardner hopes to bring job growth, a voice for small rural families like his own and he also wants to work to remove the dark cloud of expansion from over the heads of farmers and ranchers in Southeastern Colorado. “I grew up in the big city of Yuma, Colorado.” Gardner’s told AroundSoCo Magazine with a smile. “Coming here to Trinidad is like going back home to Yuma. I just love visiting rural Colorado it is so beautiful and has so much to offer.” Gardner’s family has roots in Colorado dating back to the 1880s. In 1915 his family started a business selling tractors and parts, called Farmers Implement Co. “I might have been elected to Congress because some say I was selling the wrong parts to them growing up!” Gardner said jokingly. “I worked in our dealership my entire life.”

His father was a democrat and sat on the Yuma Town Council, Gardner himself got the itch for politics at an early age. Gardner went to Yuma High School, graduating in 1993 in a class of 67. He earned a bachelor’s degree summa cum laude in 1997 from Colorado State University and a law degree from the University of Colorado, in 2001, “After law school, I thought I was going to go back home to Yuma, but ended up moving to Washington, D.C., to work as a spokesman for the National Corn Growers Association,” Gardner said. He returned to Colorado in 2002 to work for then-U.S. Sen. Wayne Allard, a Republican. Gardner was appointed to the state House in 2005 and elected to a full term in 2006. Gardner and Jamie, his wife of nine years, have two children, a 9-year old daughter, Alyson, and a 19-month old son, Thatcher, “I have a wonderful family and beautiful wife, whom I met in Washington. I hoped that as a Denver girl she would like Yuma, and she loves it there. We are very blessed.” Gardner says that he realized as a Colorado state legislator that so many issues were being held back or stopped by the federal government in Washington, “I thought by running for congress and being elected to the federal level that I could push to get government out of the way. Now that I am in Washington I think we need to let America work.” Now serving Colorado’s 4th Congressional District since 2010, Gardner has passed legislation to expand the development of the nation’s domestic energy resources, he has fought for the Keystone XL pipeline, and he has pushed legislation to help small business

grow and families save for college. He also developed the Clean Energy Development authority. “We need to help our farmers and our agricultural communities. We have too many government regulations that hurt our farmers and really put up blocks for job growth,” Gardner said. I want to stand up for energy opportunities in eastern Colorado as well as help grow our agriculture industry which is a vital part our economy here as well.” Gardner wants to work on a rural philanthropy bill to bring back families to rural Colorado and to help attract new businesses to rural communities. He also has plans to introduce a bill to end the six plus year battle between the U.S. Army that is wants to expand the Pinon Canyon Maneuver Site in eastern Las Animas County and the farmers, landowners and ranchers who don’t want to lose any more land. As part of the bill, Gardner wants to make it tougher on the Army to expand by having the Army get the approval of both the U.S. House and Senate as well as the President’s approval, but he is in favor of lifting the year to year funding ban, which local farmers, ranchers and the Pinon Canyon Expansion opposition group prefer to keep on the table. “I am so passionate about rural Colorado, I live here in rural Colorado and I want every family to have every opportunity to succeed and for their kids to want to live here.” Gardner said. “From day one I have stood on the side of farmers and ranchers along with fighting for landowners rights. I am working to provide long term certainty for everyone in Southeastern Colorado to try to bring this issue to an end that will help the residents here.”

Summer Camp

Day Camps at La Foret Children, ages 6-11, engage in a variety of art programs including visual, musical and performing arts as well as enjoy traditional summer activities such as swimming and outdoor play. The camp will be at La Foret Conference and Retreat Center. For more information or to register your child call 719.475.2444. $255 (FAC Members $240) per session Mon-Fri 7/15-7/19 9:00am-3:00pm Mon-Fri 8/5-8/9 9:00am-3:00pm Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center Bernis School of Art 818 Pelham Place Colorado Springs, CO 719.475.2444 www.csfineartscenter.org/education.asp

Nature and Raptor Center of Pueblo Summer Camps Raptor Camp (Entering 4th - 6th Grades) Dates: July 8 - July 12 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. daily Cost: NRCP Members $115, Non-Members $125 Girl Scout Camp - Wild in the Outdoors (Entering 2nd 5th Grades) Dates: July 15- July 19 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. daily Cost: $105 Nature and Raptor Center of Pueblo 5200 Nature Center Rd Pueblo, CO 81008 719.549.2414 natureandraptor.org Summer Hours Raptor Center Tuesday - Sunday: 11am - 4pm Office & Gift Store Tuesday - Sunday: 9am - 5pm Grounds 6am - 10pm daily

Kids College at Pueblo Community College Dates: July 15-19 and July 22-26 Grades 4 and up Pueblo Community College 900 W. Orman Ave. Pueblo, CO 81004 719.549.3200 www.pcc.edu Kids College Courses offered: Digital Photography . Cheer 4 Fun . Ooey, Gooey Science Stuff . Musical Theatre . Hello Cupcake! . Robotics . Sketch, Doodle Draw . Little Hot Shots . Martial Arts . Young Writers from the Block . Camp Kinetics . Pasta, Pizza e Fantasia . Machining with a Twist . Piano Party . Habla Espanol . Spectacular Scrapbooks . Get Moving . Kidz Art . Fun with French . Get Rollin’ with Bowlin’ . Strings & Things . The Art of Welding . Forts are Us . Poetry Palooza . Kids in the Kitchen . Babysitting Clinic . Razzle Dazzle Dance . Viva L’Italia . Movie Maker Magic . From Trash into Treasure . Character Cartooning

Travel To The Tropics HTA Summer School August 5th - 16th The exciting adventure begins at Holy Trinity Academy 9:00 – 11:00 AM K-3rd graders will begin each day with a new destination to different tropical places all over the world. They will learn to use their reading, writing and arithmetic skills to get there and back. 12:00 – 1:00 PM K-8th graders will all work together to help cook and eat a festive lunch with a special dish from each place they travel. 1:00 – 4:00 PM 4th-8th graders will continue the journey to the same tropical destination and learn new skills along the way. Daily Bible Time A Variety of Activities

Excursions around Trinidad, such as a “tropical” dip in the city pool and a walk “in the wild” along the river A special event to be held one evening to celebrate the last days of summer This year’s HTA Summer School will be a tropical delight of learning and fun! Please contact the school at 719-846-4522 to register your child. Holy Trinity Academy is a non-denominational faithbased school HTA is located behind Zions Lutheran Church at 613 Prospect Trinidad, CO 81082 $25 per week per child. Discounts for multiple children in the same family.

KYAA Summer Arts Camp July 9-12 & 16-19 MY STORY IN MOSAIC Teacher: Risa Phelps 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Ages: 7 – 18 A basic overview of mosaic design. Children will complete a foot and a half square mosaic relating a story important to their lives. Found and supplied objects including beautiful colored glass will be used. Sculpture and color basics will be taught. All finished sculpture will be displayed at the bloom mansion gardens. Students are encouraged to pick up artwork at the end of the show at the Bloom. TAAC (Trinidad Area Arts Council) 130 E Main Street Trinidad, CO 81082 (Inside Gallery Main) 719.846.1441 Want more fun summer activities for your kids. Visit www.aroundsoco.com/socool-kids-summer-activities

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working for Mountain Bell, then Cesario’s Bakery where she became proficient in bread and past baking. She then took a job with Holy Trinity in 1977 as cafeteria cook where she remained for nine years. In 1986, she was employed by Trinidad State Nursing Home, retiring as head cook in 2000 after 14 years of service.

Hats Off to Spaghetti Lovers By David J. Santistevan Jr.

Some of her most memorable moments at the nursing home included baking a wedding cake for two residents, and witnessing an elderly resident leave a wheelchair at the sound of music. Margie was twice awarded employee of the year certificate of appreciation by the State of Colorado Of Human Services in the kitchen department.

Councilman Anthony Mattie reads a proclamation from Mayor Bernadette Baca-Gonzalez proclaiming June 28, 2013 as the Mary N. (Torres) Gonzales 101st Birthday Day. Pictured with Mary (seated) are her children standing from left to right: Joe D. Gonzales, Margaret Apodaca, Bonnie Shannon, and Ernie Gonzales. Seated to Mary’s left, and representing Mary’s daughter Rose Chavez who recently passed away is Rose’s husband, Oney Chavez. Mary’s son Alberto also passed away a few months ago. The Colorado Centenarian Project recognizes seniors who have achieved the age of 100 or older by awarding centenarian certificates prepared by the Commission and signed by the Governor. Mary received a Centenarian certificate from the National Centenarian Awareness Program, a program honoring, studying, and advocating for increased recognition and inclusion of centenarians and all elders as a natural part of the fabric of our society. Along with the certificate came an invitation for her to be included in a National Centenarian Awareness Project which is a study that is in progress to help determine why some individuals are living so long and also to be included in a book about centenarians.

A Lady of Diverse Talents By Bertha Sandoval

Margie Monteleone, a lady of many diverse talents, was born Margaret Cappellucci on July 14, 1936 in Hoehne, CO to the union of Angelo & Josephine (Sciacca) Cappellucci. As a farmer in the Hoehne area, her dad had the distinction of receiving the Chenoweth award forty years ago for harvesting “the best sugar beets in Las Animas County”. He passed away as a result of a tragic tractor accident. Her mom was a homemaker, caring for Margie and her six siblings: Theodore, Anthony, Angelo, Mary Grace (Monarco) all of whom are now deceased, Lucy (Alfonso) residing in Pueblo, CO. and Rose Ann (Handegard) of Portland, OR. Following the early demise of their mother at age (42), Margie, then sixteen, helped her dad with the responsibility of caring for Rose Ann who was ten at the time. Margie attended the Hoehne school system, graduating in 1954. She began an employment cycle, first

She married Alex Monteleone in 1957 and they became parents of four children: Kathy Topping, custom manager for Danielson Designs, Richard, a software engineer in Colorado Springs, Kenneth, owner of Fromagination Cheese Store in Madison, Wisconsin, and Mary Jo Ramharter, a geological technician in Midland, Texas. She is the proud grandmother of (7) grandchildren and (3) great-grandchildren with another expected in July. Mr. Monteleone was co-owner of a family produce company, then became a mechanic for the Santa Fe Railroad and Las Animas County. He passed away in 2001. Mrs. Monteleone inherited her musical talent from her father who played the extraordinary “Button” accordion. She plays the accordion and piano without music, by ear, as did five of her siblings. At age three, before a large audience, she sang “You Are My Sunshine” at an early Mt. Carmel festival. In addition to baking wedding cakes; her hobbies include sewing and crocheting. She serves on the Advisory Board and is an outstanding Volunteer for Sayre Senior Center where the congregation appreciates her delicious cinnamon rolls. She is also a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Parish and was both vice-president & president of the Home & School Association during the years her children attended the parochial school system. She is currently a member of the Altar Society. Like a ray of sunshine, Margie’s cheerful laughter, and warm-spirited personality linger with friends and acquaintances. She is held in high esteem and admiration by her community.

Past Trinidad Mayor and Chef John Rino, along with many volunteers, help raise money for the Sayer Senior Center. Ann Risley, Director of Trinidad Senior Center said “I will remember all of the numerous volunteers, our great staff, the many monetary donors who give again and again. I will always hold you in my prayers, always and forever.” This year John Rino was the chef, something he has done for 26 years. The lunch consisted of 100 pounds of spaghetti and 1,083 meatballs serving over 475 dinners, with another 150 carryout orders. The dinner raised well over $4,000 this year for the center. “I start the sauce early Saturday morning about 7 a.m. for the Sunday event, it is a lot of work but I enjoy it.” Rino said. “It is wonderful to see everyone come out yearly for this to support our local senior center but most important to support our Trinidad seniors.” According to Senior Center Director Anna Risley over $59,000 had been raised over the previous years, “There are so many donors like Lucille Hadad and Carlos Sandoval, really too many to mention, who help us keep the prices down and allow us to raise money for our members and center. It takes many hands,” Risley added with a tear in her eye. “Many donors and the many hands of our staff, numerous volunteers, and center board all work tirelessly and give their time and money. Thank you all!” The center has had some of its funding cut back by the City of Trinidad and the Las Animas County Commissioners in these tough economic times so the spaghetti dinner every summer helps the senior center’s finances. A number of the 500 plus members that enjoy the senior center are well over the age of 80 and some are around or over 100-years young. Most are on a fixed income. The center provides a place for senior activities, clubs and a safe environment to enjoy time outside of their homes. “Again hats off to the spaghetti lovers of Trinidad who made the dinner and those who enjoyed it. This helps our Sayre Senior Center and the dinner is a huge success,” Risley said proudly. “I always say that this event can’t get any bigger or better but it does every year. If you all can read into my heart you will know how deeply humble we all are here at the center and grateful for the many hands who put many hours in and everyone who comes out to accomplish this. Thank you all and God Bless. See you next year.”