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Mile High Youth Corps recognizes its YouthBuild Corpsmembers on the inaugural National YouthBuild Day.
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ile High Youth Corps participated in the inaugural National YouthBuild Day on April 3. Mile High Youth Corps has one of only 264 YouthBuild programs in the US. These young people work toward their GEDs or high school diplomas while simultaneously receiving job training
and earning a living allowance and AmeriCorps Education Awards. Since 2003, Mile High Youth Corps has enrolled more than 300 YouthBuild Corpsmembers and built 788 affordable housing units. Sixty-three percent of Corpsmembers earned AmeriCorps Educational Awards, 42 percent of program graduates earned their GED, and 45 percent of program graduates were either enrolled in school or achieved job placement within a year. Last year 22 youth
completed MHYC’s YouthBuild program, 14 YouthBuild Corpsmembers earned their GED, and 17 went on to post-secondary education or post-program employment. Nationally, since 1992, more than 120,000 of America’s most economically disadvantaged young adults, more than 90 percent of who had left high school without a diploma, have participated in YouthBuild. These 120,000 young people have built
more than 22,000 units of affordable housing. Most of them have also dramatically changed their own lives by gaining the academic and job skills they need to take responsibility for themselves and their families. Mile High Youth Corps helps youth make a difference in themselves and their community through meaningful service opportunities and educational experiences. The Corps employs young adults on projects in
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neighborhoods, public lands and open spaces throughout Metro Denver and the Southern Front Range. By integrating paid work experience on community projects with career and college exploration, education, and life skills training, MHYC helps youth gain the knowledge, skills and motivation they need to make positive changes in their community, their own lives and the world. For more information, visit www.mile highyouthcorps.org.
Guatemalan trade opportunities in full bloom By Don Bain German Cerezo was the keynote speaker at last week’s Chamber of the Americas meeting and verbally painted a glowing image of the progress and opportunity in his native country of Guatemala. Cerezo is currently the executive director of Grupo Entre Rios, a holding company concerned with sustainable woods and elastics in the Natural Rubber industry. He is a consultant with the group and in charge of new business development. This fluently bilingual and personable professional has an extensive background and expertise in international business, export and investment development, project management and international trade logistics.
He was a trade commissioner for Guatemala 12 years and has been involved with 20 international corporations, plus another 16 years of experience in public relations. Cerezo began his address by laughingly stating, “I don’t do this anymore – I now manage rubber companies, but Gil (CEO of COTA) asked me to do this saying, ‘You did it so long,’ and actually I am still involved in new business development.” Cerezo proceeded to describe the conditions that make trade with Guatemala a great opportunity for American businesses both large, medium and even some smaller enterprises. Guatemala has had a relatively stable economy for 10 years – one of the most robust in Central America. It is heavily
invested in agribusiness, mining and textiles, but other non-traditional industries are developing rapidly. The progressive country is blessed by the presence of ports on both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans and is well served by United Airlines. Foreign investment in Guatemala has increased dramatically over the last few years to the tune of 375 percent. They produce more than 4,755 different products sold in more than 150 countries worldwide. Among those are things you know – like the coffee you buy at Starbucks – most of it comes from Guatemala. The clothes you buy may include names like Old Navy, GAP, Polo, Nike, Adidas, Abercrombie and Fitch, American Eagle Outfitters, Forever 21, Hollister, Donna Karan
New York, Guess, Motherhood, Oshkosh B’gosh, Jumping Beans, RBK, Massive, Fox and Tommy Hilfiger. Many of those items are produced there. Interestingly, there are more phones in Guatemala than cars or people – 1.6 cellphones for every single person. They have become a major telecommunications site, providing call centers for many U.S. and Canadian companies and assuring Guatemalans who learn English a good paying job. More than $1.4 billion in foreign investment was consigned in Guatemala last year. Fitch and Moody’s rate the country at BB+ and it has climbed 14 steps in friendly to business rankings with an economy representing See story on page 2
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Ellen Joy Densmore, a home-schooled senior from Denver, capped a busy weekend of competition in Indianapolis by earning a $14,000 college scholarship and third place in The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program Ellen Joy Densmore delivers her “The – “A Constitutional Land of the Free” speech which won her Speech Contest.” First third place at national competition. Courtesy photo place finisher Ashwath Kumar of Columbia, vanced to the final three, through Mo., earned an $18,000 scholarship and Brandon Pos- three rounds of intense competiner of Doylestown, Pa., earned tion before finishing third in this a $16,000 scholarship with his morning’s finals. During her prepared speech, second-place finish. she said that America was wanDensmore’s prepared oration dering from the Constitution by was titled “The Land of the Free.” She started the weekend as one of abandoning religion and morality. “By recalling the rich heritage 53 state or territorial champions in the 77th annual contest and ad- of this great nation, by returning
to the foundations of religious morality and to the history and philosophy behind our Constitution, and by transforming the mindset of this generation from entitlement to responsibility, we can restore the United States of America to the promise of an optimistic future: in the words of Ronald Reagan, ‘a New World, and, yes, a shining city on a hill where all things are possible.’” In each round of the weekend competition, orators delivered a rehearsed 8- to 10-minute address and a randomly assigned 3- to 5-minute oration on a constitutional topic, each without the benefit of notes and in front of a live audience, including the judges. The 2.4-million member American Legion developed the contest to encourage young people to improve their communications skills and to study the U.S. Constitution. More than $3 million in scholarships have been awarded over the history of the contest.
Medicaid adults to receive dental coverage Beginning April 1, eligible adults enrolled in Colorado Medicaid now have access to dental benefits. The new benefit will provide Medicaid enrolled adults, age 21 years and older, an annual dental benefit of up to $1,000 in dental services. Historically, only emergency dental services were covered for adult Medicaid clients. “Lack of preventive dental coverage can contribute to a range of serious health complications,” said Susan E. Birch, MBA, BSN, RN, executive director. “This benefit will enable
clients to get cleanings, minor fillings and diagnostic imaging services. Numerous studies have shown healthy teeth play a significant role in improving one’s self-esteem, impact economic opportunities and lead to a better quality of life.” The new benefit is authorized by legislation passed last spring, Senate Bill 242. The new adult dental benefit will be implemented in two phases: April 1 - Basic adult dental preventive, diagnostic and minor restorative dental services (such as X-rays and minor fillings) and
treatment planning will be covered. July 1 – More comprehensive adult services such as root canals, crowns, partial dentures, periodontal scaling and root planing (and other procedures requiring prior authorization) will be covered. Clients may search for dental providers in their area by visiting the Department website at Colorado.gov/hcpf/findaprovider. For more information including frequently asked questions about the new dental benefit visit Colorado.gov/hcpf/benefits.
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35 percent of regional business. Guatemala belongs to the Central American Free Trade Association, which is comprised of 13 countries along the coasts of South America plus several members of the European Union. It is the fifth largest exporter of sugar and the most efficient provider of electrical energy in Central America. It is the top exporter of coffee to Japan, the main supplier of poinsettias to the U.S. and produces the wood used for Yamaha piano keys and Gibson guitars. It supplies about one fifth to one fourth of the broccoli and cauliflower consumed in the U.S. It ranks as the eighth largest producer of bananas worldwide. Roughly the size of Tennessee, Guatemala has two international airports and 17 local airstrips. Both public and private ports grace the Atlantic side of the country, while Port Quetzal facilitates Pacific trade. The ports are certified secure by the full force of the Guatemalan government. The agribusiness sector is empowered by the country’s 350 different microclimates that make growing almost
anything a cakewalk. They produce confections, juices, snacks, fruits, vegetables and farmed shrimp. They also produce biofuels from the Jakarta plant and African palms. They are an extensive source of electronics assembly, automotive parts, medical devices, software and plastics. Guatemala has a growing tourist business and 2 million foreign visitors who spent $1.5 billion there in 2013. This industry has shown an annual growth rate of 8.8 percent and hotel and guest accommodations have outpaced that growth, meaning deals can be found. Huge energy reserves exist in the arenas of hydroelectric generation, geothermal resources, as well as wind, solar and biomass energy production. Today a full 90 percent of all new products use renewable resources – an enviable record. More than 540 million barrels of oil reserves are known to be within the country with extensive potential for natural gas production. There are other natural resources consisting primarily of gold, silver and copper – the latter being a commodity that has risen astronomically in
value recently, becoming a favorite target of opportunistic thieves in the US. In conclusion, the country has several international trade shows in the offing including the Apparel Sourcing Show, May 20-22; New World Crafts Symposium, July 29 to Aug. 3, featuring the handiworks of the Maya; World Business Forum, Sept. 10; and Agri-Trade Conference, slated for March 12-13, 2015. For those interested in looking into business opportunities in Guatemala, the following resources were suggested: Invest in Guatemala, Guatemala Exporters Association, American Chamber of Commerce – Guatemala, Guatemala Chamber of Industry and the Guatemala Chamber of Commerce. It would seem there are plenty of opportunities for businesses interested in imports, assembly, product manufacturing, garment production, telephone service centers and many other areas of commerce. Then there’s an unexpected bonus – Guatemala is in the same time zone as Colorado so when it’s nine to five here, it’s the same time in the country just south of Mexico.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Ten lanes is not an option
A doubling of the current width of I-70 through Denver is not acceptable. Pardon my bluntness, but I am very distressed to learn that it is the Colorado Department of Transportation’s intention to reconstruct I-70 through Denver doing just that. While I still believe that the best option for the City of Denver and its residents – particularly those in the Globeville, Elyria and Swansea neighborhoods – is to reroute I-70 North along I-270, I understand that is perhaps no longer a viable option. Therefore, it is clear to me that the next best option – which I strongly support – is what is termed the City Option – taking the highway below grade and providing for enhanced northsouth and east-west connectivity; making the neighborhoods real neighborhoods again. However the highway footprint contemplated in CDOT’s Preferred Alternative – a footprint that allows for the construction of 10 lanes – is not in the best interests of Denver, its residents, and particularly the residents of the neighborhoods: it
will not make them real neighborhoods again. In an era in which freeway vehicle traffic is dropping; environmental and social trends are moving people away from a reliance on cars and trucks for transportation; other cites are choosing to eliminate freeways from their urban core; Denver’s population, particularly our growing population of millennials and seniors, is choosing not to drive or even have a driver’s license, it makes no sense to me and is not good public policy to build a 10-lane freeway when it likely will never be needed, may in point of fact be obsolete sooner rather than later, is destructive to the neighborhoods, and a wasteful expenditure of taxpayer dollars. I appreciate your willingness to consider and support an alternative to simply replacing the current viaduct. And I appreciate that your agency has addressed some of the serious issues that many of us in Denver have raised related to this reconstruction but more remain including air quality issues. It is vital that air quality moni-
tors be located in proximity to I-70 as it passes through this section of Denver. We must protect the health of these families, their children and teachers at Swansea School. Perhaps you think my concern about the size of the freeway is unwarranted. I assure you it is not. The residents of these neighborhoods were treated as secondclass citizens when I-70 was originally routed through their neighborhoods; their hopes and dreams were ignored; their needs took a back seat to those who were only passing through Denver. That process cannot occur again. Widening a highway simply to allow for privately managed toll lanes means wrecking and uprooting the homes of at least 50 families, and again that treats them as second class citizens. More pavements are not the answer to our transportation needs and ignores reality and what the future holds regarding transportation. And it certainly is not the answer to the needs of people in the neighborhoods too long displaced by economic hardship.
As you can tell, I feel very strongly about this and I encourage you to take my concerns to heart as I will fight as resolutely as I can to oppose a freeway this size that will further decimate neighborhoods for which I have a longstanding allegiance and affection and solidarity. Dennis J. Gallagher Auditor
How to provide help without drama
Have you ever been “sucked into” someone else’s drama? The cycle of drama is difficult to break and can be perpetuated from generation to generation. People feel trapped in their situation and fall into a state of learned helplessness, where they do the same things over and over, yet expect a different result. Albert Einstein said this was the definition of insanity. Yet even the most intelligent people continue to do it. Every person has a natural tendency to help others that draws them into cycles of drama. There are three gates of entry into drama:
victim, rescuer or persecutor. Each of these has the potential to draw you into a world of misery, and usually things end up badly for well-intentioned people. The greatest level of distress comes when you are forced into another person’s drama. You agree to “help” for one reason, but the situation quickly escalates out of control. What happened? You stepped into the cycle of drama. So, how do you help someone without taking on their cycle of drama? Boundaries are the key to better success. The situations could be improved if specific boundaries and goals are agreed on before providing assistance. These boundaries provide a framework for a healthy relationship as you help someone through a crisis. They also form the basis for meaningful redirection if these expectations are not met. It will be up to you to maintain the boundaries that you set in exchange for your support. Gail Bailey Pastor - Deliverance Tabernacle
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Denver Recycles’ Free Mulch Giveaway & Compost Sale, May 3
Denver Recycles will be holding its annual Free Mulch Giveaway & Compost Sale on Saturday, May 3, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Denver residents can load up on free mulch and purchase compost at a significantly discounted price at the main Havana Nursery location.
Main Site Havana Nursery, 10450 Smith Road, just south of I-70 on Havana St., 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (while supplies last) • Dig-your-own free mulch, purchase pre-bagged compost, or fill the bed of trucks and trailers with our loader service for mulch and compost at this location. • Compost will be sold prebagged in 1.25 cu. ft. bags (9 gal.) at $3.50 per bag and in bulk (directly loaded into a truck bed) at $30.00 per cu. yd. (tax included). Limit of 20 bags per vehicle. • Dig-you-own compost is no longer available due to the size of this event. Limit of 3 cubic yards of compost per vehicle and a minimum of 0.5 cubic yard for bulk compost.
• Garden Centers of Colorado will be on-site to accept plastic garden pots for recycling.
Dig-Your-Own Mulch will also be available • Northeast: Fred Thomas Park, Quebec Street & 26th Avenue. • Northwest: Sloan’s Lake Park, Sheridan Boulevard & 17th Avenue • Southeast: Veterans Park, Iowa Street & Vine Street • Southwest: Bear Creek Park, South of Dartmouth Avenue on Raleigh Street Mulch is made from ground wood chips and can be used to control weeds. It also helps soil retain moisture and protects shal-
low-rooted plants. The mulch for this event was created by grinding and combining the Christmas trees Denver residents set out for Denver Recycles’ annual Treecycle collection program and storm debris branches. Compost, a nutrient-rich soil amendment made from decomposed organic material, can be mixed into soil to help reduce water and fertilizer needs, and spread thinly over lawns to help grass roots retain moisture. The compost sold at this event was made from leaves collected through Denver Recycles’ annual LeafDrop program and from the organic materials collected through the Denver Composts program. As part of this event, Garden Centers of Colorado will also be collecting plastic garden pots for recycling at the Havana Nursery location only. Plastic garden pots of any size or color, hanging baskets (with wires removed), and carrying trays and flower pack holders will be accepted. Plastic garden pots are also accepted for recycling anytime at local partic-
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Event Tip If you are only getting 1 or 2 loads of mulch or a few bag of compost from the Havana Nursery location consider arriving after 11 a.m. when the lines are shorter. There will be an ample supply of pre-bagged compost available. • Bring your own pitchfork or shovel, and your own bags or containers for loading mulch. • Bring a tarp to cover your truck or trailer. • Due to limited quantities, Denver residents only. • Commercial vehicles are prohibited from taking or selling the City’s mulch. The Mulch Giveaway and Compost Sale is sponsored by the Denver Public Works’ Denver Recycles program and Denver Parks & Recreation, in partnership with A1 Organics. For more information about Denver Recycles’ programs call 311 720-9131311 or visit us online at www. DenverGov.org/DenverRecycles.
Denver Public Safety reminds about Denver SafeNite Program, Curfew Ordinance Active enforcement April 4 – Sept. 28 From April 4 through Sept. 28, Public Safety Youth Programs diversion officers and Denver police officers will teamup to run the Denver SafeNite Program. The program offers court diversion opportunities for youth 17 years of age and younger while police actively enforce Denver’s Curfew Ordinance. Denver’s Curfew Ordinance prohibits youth from being in a public place or on public property from 11 p.m. – 5 a.m., Sunday
through Thursday, and midnight – 5 a.m. Friday and Saturday unless: • The minor is accompanied by a parent or legal guardian (an adult friend does not qualify as a legal guardian) • The minor is accompanied by an adult (18 or older) AND that adult is in possession of written permission from the parent or legal guardian • The minor is in a motor vehicle being used in INTERSTATE travel • The minor is working, traveling to work, or returning from work WITHOUT any detour stop
or attending an official school, religious or other recreational activity supervised by adults and sponsored by the city, civic organizations, religious organizations or another similar entity. Although the curfew is enforced year-round, youth that break curfew during the active enforcement period of April through September are transported to the Denver Juvenile Services Center at 303 W. Colfax Ave. 1st Floor, Denver, CO 80204. Their parents are then contacted and a citation is issued. Youth cited for a first time municipal ordinance violation
are given the option of participating in a diversion program as an alternative to entering the court system. If the option is accepted by the youth and his/her parent(s), a customized diversion plan is developed based on an individual assessment. Once the plan is successfully completed, the case is dismissed without a court appearance. The Denver SafeNite Program was implemented in 1994 and is a joint effort between the Denver Police Department and Denver Public Safety Youth Programs.
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State Rep. Jeanne Labuda
An update from the Capitol By State Rep. Jeanne Labuda Colorado’s Constitution mandates that we have a balanced budget each year. As a result we’ve had to make cuts to state government services in past years like funding for education. Since revenues have increased this year, we have been able to increase funding for important programs. To soften the blow of future recessions, we increased our General Reserve by over $130 million, from 3 percent to 6.5 percent. I believe that we need a reserve of around 10 percent, but this increase is a good start. As for higher education, which received drastic cuts in recent years, we boosted funding to our colleges and universities by $100 million. We’re setting aside an additional $230.8 Million for the Student Success Act, which will boost funding significantly for K-12 and implement important reforms and put $100 million to help buy down the “negative factor” and help our school districts. It is projected that by 2018 a college degree/certificate will be required for 67 percent of all Colorado jobs. By investing in education from Pre-K through college, Colorado kids will be well prepared for their future career and ready to compete in our global economy. Last year, Colorado was hit by unprecedented floods and wildfires and unfortunately the reality is we should plan for more of the same. This year we invested $8.5 million in the Wildfire Preparedness Fund, nearly $16 million in the Division of Fire Prevention and Control, and at least $144 Million in disaster recovery funding. We are also investing almost $14 million in special programs to assist small businesses, eliminate the waitlists for critical services for our most vulnerable developmentally disabled neighbors and to increase funding for workforce training and the Advanced Industries Accelerator Program. We’re also investing over $400 million for capital construction and maintenance, which has been neglected for almost 10 years. These are some of the highlights of this year’s budget; we have dozens of other bills, some that require state funds, and others that don’t, which will also increase opportunities for citizens across our state. I have cried in past years as I voted on budgets to cut funding for important programs. Thankfully this budget makes me smile a bit.
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OPINION
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Some wintertime memories in northwest Colorado KINDLING
By Robert Sweeney
Springtime in the Rockies is such a delightful time of the year for many Colorado residents. Those of us who have spent our lifetimes in this state have learned how to cope with the long winter months and a short summer growing season. In my old ranching days in northwest Colorado, the alfalfa hay could easily get frosted prior to July 4. We didn’t plant our garden until late May, but the fertile soil and bright mountain sunshine would vault the seedlings skyward and we would have bountiful vegetables by mid-summer. First came the radishes, along with lettuce and carrots. Peas and beets soon followed, and the little cucumbers began to grow on the vines along with the squash. We had to put the tomato plants under little paper bags to keep them warm. The corn was ready to dine upon by early August and the new crop of potatoes arrived by mid-summer, fresh red potatoes coming from hills underneath the potato vine. Descendants of a large Irish
family, we planted acres of potatoes and my father kept a keen eye on his potato crop. This failure starved an estimated 5 million Irish people to their death in the 1840s. The potato first came to the British Isles during the Spanish Armada where they washed up on the English shores and became an island staple of food. The British let the Irish starve to death while owning much of the land that was tilled by the hungry men, women and children. My ancestors escaped starvation, and my grandfather won a plowboy competition and immigrated to the United States in 1865 eventually making his way to Colorado and homesteading a ranch in 1885 in far northwest Colorado. Whence came the vegetable garden, it was a staple of living on a ranch where there were no nearby grocery stores. Plenty of beef on the hoof, some flour to make gravy, and fried potatoes in a black frying pan on a wood coal stove was the standard fare. Early day ranching was dependent upon the weather, rain for the hay crop that was so vital to feed the cattle during the long winter months. I was told tales about cattle starving to death and that days were spent skinning the hides off the dead cattle, frozen or starved for lack of hay during terrible winters. The hides were placed on the horse corral to dry and were then sold to hide dealers in the spring. The weather was ominous because early day ranchers had only teams of horses to cope with the
deep snows. The roads were snowed shut, and I can remember being snowed in for several weeks before the lonely county snowplow reached our remote ranch far from town. My schoolteacher mother homeschooled my brother, a cousin, who boarded with us, and me. River water holes had to be broken open each morning as temperatures were almost always below zero. We drank water out of Yampa River that decades ago ran pure down through the Yampa Valley into Utah and eventually reached the Colorado River before dams were ever built in Arizona and Nevada. Those potatoes were kept in a root cellar along with Mason glass jars of vegetables canned in a pressure cooker during the summer months. We had canned meat and summer fruits and jams, chokecherry syrup to put on biscuits and pancakes, and fresh butter from the milk cow. We had enough food in the cellar to feed an army and it lasted throughout the winter months. One, of two, connections to the world was the United States mail that would arrive by car once a week. I still have our canvas mailbag from the Lay Post office, located 18 miles west of Craig and seven miles from our ranch. We had a battery-powered radio that was used to listen to the news early morning, noon and in the evening. It had to be used sparingly to conserve the battery that had to be ordered from the Montgomery Ward catalog. In the springtime, the dirt road became a bog of mud and almost impassible. The only way in or
out was to leave very early in the morning while the road was still frozen solid. Deep ruts formed in the road from all who ventured forth during the day. Bridges were scarce and would wash out in springtime with snowmelt flooding. The actual towns of Baggs, Wyo., Craig, Meeker and Rifle were all built along rivers that could not be forded in the springtime before massive bridges could be constructed to cross these springtime raging rivers. Times have changed, but the weather has not, and the snow is still wet and cold, but now enjoyed by thousands of skiers who visit our state to glide down our mountains on skis and snowboards. The granite slopes have become a vital part of our state’s economy. The snow is God’s way of providing water that we can store in the winter and use in the summer. A perfect system of preserving the moisture throughout the year. Today, it is a simple trip to the nearby grocery store for fruits and vegetables that may be raised in Chili, Mexico or Vietnam. God bless are old milk cow that provided gallons of fresh milk to add to that gravy to put on the fried potatoes and roast beef. We didn’t count calories in those days and everyone was slim as a rail from the hard physical work that occurred from dawn to dusk. I’m still very healthy today from the diet of fresh chemical free food and hard physical work as a youth. Snowstorms do bring back many historic memories.
Nobody Asked Me – But: Politics and growing old
REMARKS
By Mort Marks
Wow! I’ve come to realize how over my years of following politics just how much it has remained the same and yet has also changed. I remember that it was nearly 75 years ago – way back in 1940 that I listened on the radio to my first political convention. I was fascinated by the constant chant of the Republican members of that assembly who
kept filling the air with “WE different candidates for dozens of the togetherness out of the family WANT WILLIE” – “WE WANT different offices. This year 2014 – and the learning out of educaWILLIE” and that dark horse lib- – it seems to me that Republi- tion! eral Republican did become their can enthusiasm for candidates is It was not we “old fashion guys party’s nominee for president. shockingly missing. That is ex- and gals” who took the Golden Willkie’s opponent was Frank- cept for one, namely – U.S. Sen- Rule from rulers – the civility out lin D. Roosevelt, who was run- ate candidate Cory Gardner. of behavior – the refinement out ning for his third term and won Now I can already hear my of language – and the dedication with 55 percent of the popular critics yelling at me: “You’re just vote. one of those old-fashion guys out of employment. It was not we “old fashion But – what have not changed who are always wrong – wrong in all these years are the serious – wrong! Once again you are just guys and gals” who took the prudence out of spending – the ambiconflicts between unbending Re- plain wrong.” publican moderates and unbendWell – we old-fashion guys tion out of achievement – the God ing conservative members of the are constantly being criticized for out of government and school. same party. our old-fashion views, however, Yes, I admit I’m an “old fashWillie’s “liberalism” lost him I would like to point out some ion guy” who the life of a party By Glory Weisberg By Kenneth W. is James, CFA the support of GOP conservatives of the very interesting following even it if lasts until 8 p.m., I’m in the 1940 election. They stayed facts that were sent to me by Jan- also very good at opening a childhome and failed to vote for him. ice Burd: proof cap – with a screw driver, The same factors appeared in It was not we old fashion guys and I’m smiling all the time beour past election when millions of and gals who took the melody cause I can’t hear a thing many conservative Republicans again out of music – the pride out of stayed home and allowed Obama appearance – the courtesy out of people are saying. Yes, I’m a senior citizen who to defeat Romney. driving – and the romance out of can say for the sake of my counWhat has changed this year love! try that I deeply love; I truly hope is “enthusiasm.” Over the past It was not we old fashion guys years, I never felt that there was and gals who took the commit- I’m wrong in my feeling that toa lack of “enthusiasm” at Repub- ment out of marriage – the re- day’s Republican party lacks enlican Assemblies for dozens of sponsibility out of parenthood – thusiasm – Go GOP!
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Children, parents learn art of Pysnanka at Transfiguration Ukrainian Greek Catholic Byzantine Church
Twin sisters Anastasia Fajda and Katerina Fajda heat up the stylus or “Kistka” over a hot candle flame to dip into bee’s wax to draw and coat the designs before applying the colored dyes.
An assortment of traditional styluses and modern types, which handle is made out of “Delron” (plastic) and the tip is spun, machined brass, which hold and conducts heat better for even flow of the bee’s wax when drawing the designs on the raw egg. Photos by Stefan Krusze
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Some Pysnaka examples from years past, a few as far back as 20-25 ago.
The Pysanka egg painting class workshop, sponsored by UNWLA, Ukrainian National Women’s League of America and Transfiguration Ukrainian Greek Catholic Byzantine Church Youth Group, is set up with dyes and classic examples.
Mulch Giveaway& Compost Sale Saturday, May 3, 2014 8 AM to 2 PM
Sophia Tetarenko previews some design ideas from an instructional manual written in English. Sophia, 6, is fluent in both English and Ukrainian languages.
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Maksim Marak, 6, gets some style and technique pointers from his father, Evhan Marak.
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Anastasia Fajda, Michael Druchiv, Sophia Tetarenko, Maya VanVleet and Maksim Marak observe Anna Taylor’s technique in the first steps of creating a Pysanka. Taylor is a Colorado native who learned the artistic craft from her mother, Anna Vinnych, a survivor of Soviet Dictator Joseph Stalin’s forced artificial famine in Ukraine 1932-1933.
In centuries past, for the most part women, mothers, daughters and grandmothers primarily painted the elaborate designed Pysanka. Expanding on these centuries old traditions are Sergiy Druchkiv helping out his 4 ½ year old son, Michael Druchkiv paint his very first Pysnaka. It has been noted that both women and men have been painting Pysankas, and that people from all walks of life from construction workers, lawyers, doctors and artists with many others use this centuries old artistic form for both creating art and for its perhaps therapeutic qualities in relaxation and improvement of manual dexterity. Former State and Colorado Rep. Dan Shaffer also painted Pysankas, which he learned from his grandmother.
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South Suburban to host ‘egg scrambles’
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rab your basket and whisk throughout South Suburban Park and Recreation District in search of eggs on Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19. Family Sports Dome, Colorado Journey Mini Golf and Sheridan Recreation Center will host egg hunts and family-friendly activities. Night Light Egg Hunts at Colorado Journey Mini Golf at Cornerstone Park on April 18 from 7- 8:30 p.m., weather permitting. The first hunt begins at 7 p.m. for children ages 4 and younger; 7:30 pm for ages 5-8 years; and 8 p.m. for ages 9-12. Both 18-hole
courses will be utilized. Fee is $3 cash per child. Candy and prizes. Colorado Journey is located at Cornerstone Park, 5150 S. Windermere St. in Littleton. Family Sports Dome, 6901 S. Peoria St. in Centennial will host an egg hunt for toddlers to age 12, on April 19 from 8:30-11 a.m. Separate egg hunts begin at 9 a.m. by age group: 0-3 years, 4-6 years, 7-9 years and 10-12 years. Kids can also try the onsite bouncy castle and partake in the South Suburban fitness van activities. The family-friendly event is free and will be held rain or shine. Sponsored by City of Centennial and Kent Place.
Sheridan Recreation Center, 3325 W. Oxford, Ave. in Sheridan will host an egg hunt for children up to 10 years old, on April 19 at 1:30 p.m. in the adjacent Sheridan Community Park. Other festivities include games and arts and crafts for all ages. The activities and egg hunt are free. Candy donated by Autumn Heights Health Care Center. Participants should bring their own baskets to collect eggs. No registration is necessary. For more information, visit www.sspr.org or call 303-3475999.
ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT ‘Spring Awakening’
Denver. The Denver Art Museum, Denver Public Library, Clyfford Still Museum, History Colorado Center, McNichols Civic Center Building, Molly Brown House and the ByersEvans House Museum are co-hosting the event. Includes free general admission and family-friendly activities and live performances by Fiesta Colorado and the Colorado Mestizo Dancers, tours and door prizes. Bilingual volunteers at all participating locations. For information in Spanish or English, call 720-913-0072 or e-mail cricciardi@denver artmuseum.org.
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April 11 – May 4, Littleton Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 Main St., Littleton. Music by Duncan Schiek, based on a play By Frank Wedekind. Set in Germany, 1891, Spring Awakening is a high energy, rock musical that celebrates the unforgettable journey from youth to adulthood with an unforgettable power, poignancy and passion. Rated R for language, mature themes and brief nudity. Tickets at www.townhallartscenter. org or 303-794-2787 ext. 5 (Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Lamont Opera, ‘Don Giovanni’
April 17-19, 7:30 p.m., April 20, 2:30 p.m., Gates Auditorium, University of Denver, 2344 E. Iliff Ave., Denver. Free concert. Visit www.du.edu/lamont or call 303-8716412.
The Littleton UMC Arts Festival
April 25 - 27, Littleton United Methodist Church, Grant Fellowship Hall, 5894 S. Datura St., Littleton. Celebration of visual and performing arts features a community art show, performances of two clever one-act plays, Relative Strangers and Used Car for Sale and a guest appearance by the Littleton Symphony Brass in the 8:30 and 11 a.m. worship services. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. For information call 303-794-6379 or visit www.littletonumc.org.
Día del Niño
April 27, 11a.m. – 2 p.m., (12–4 p.m. at neighboring institutions), Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Avenue Parkway,
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS Love & Logic parenting workshops
Denver Human Services, 3815 Steele St., Denver. Free parenting workshops. RSVP to 720-944-6005 or Karen.Kindblade@denver gov.org. Space is limited. Child care and snacks will be provided at each session. For more information, visit www.denvergov. org/humanservices. April 15, Getting your child to bed without a hassle and potty training April 22, Big misbehavior has big consequences and how to get kids to learn from their choices. April 29, What to do when your kids drain your energy.
Exploring Business Ownership
April 15, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Connections at Mariposa, 1089 Osage St. Denver; April 23 and 30, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Blair Caldwell Library, 2401 Welton St. Denver. Put your ideas into action by taking this free two session class. Gain tools to develop your business ideas and start planning to the
Young Americans in Denver
April 12, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Second Saturdays Class; 11:30 a.m. – noon, Games, Lemonade, and Cupcakes, noon, The Egg Hunt Begins. Info: kpayer@yacenter.org.
Greater Englewood Chamber Happy Hour
April 22, 5 – 6:30 p.m., Community Banks of Colorado, 3501 S. Broadway, Englewood. RSVP Mallory McCraken, Banking Center Manager, mmccraken@cobnks.com.
Veterans’ Appreciation Event
May 24, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum. Sponsored by Denver Southeast Rotary. In conjunction with Colorado’s Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve. This year’s event will include not only a free breakfast for the first 1000 veterans and their families registered and a speaker program, but also a “success” fair where veteran support organizations will be represented. Honorary co-chairs of the event are Sens. Hank Brown and Mark Udall. Veterans and their families. Register at www.successforveterans.org.
EASTER Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
April 12, 9 - 11 a.m. Arapahoe Community College 5900 S. Santa Fe, Denver. Room (M1900). Breakfast, activities and photos with the Easter Bunny in the Dining Hall. This event is open to the public. Tickets ($4 for adults and $3 for children).
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April 19, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Children’s Museum of Denver, 2121 Children’s Museum Drive, Denver. Indoor and outdoor springthemed programming. Visit mychilds museum.org.
April 19, Wings Over The Rockies Air & Space Museum, 7711 E Academy Blvd #1, Denver. Features 70+ Colorado Breweries & Front Range Eateries uniquely paired to excite the senses! More info + tickets at www.BruFrou.com.
The Great Denver Cleanup
April 26, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Colorado Drivers License Office, 1865 W. Mississippi, Lincoln High School, South Federal and Iliff, Greenlee Elementary School, 12th Avenue and Kalamath. Discard your household and yard waste. Call 311 or visit denvergov.org/ kdb for a list of acceptable and non-acceptable items.
Denver Botanic Gardens’ annual Spring Plant Sal
May 9-10, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Preview party May 8, 4 – 8 p.m., Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St., Denver. This is the Gardens’ largest plant sale and features a vast selection of annuals, perennials, fruits and vegetables, container gardens, hanging baskets, aquatics and more. Admission to the sale and Gardens is free. All sales support the Gardens. Visit www.botanic gardens.org.
April 24, 5:30 - 10 p.m., Wellshire Event Center, 3333 S. Colorado Boulevard, Englewood. Greater Englewood Chamber event. Contact joel@arapahoecountyb-cycle.org.
April 16, 6:30 p.m., 1290 Broadway, Denver. The hearing is an opportunity to comment on proposed amendments to the Metro Vision 2035 Plan. More information at www.drcog.org.
POLITICAL Republican Centennial dinner
April 11, Omni-Interlocken Hotel, Broomfield, with speaker Michael Reagan. Reservations at $100/person, call 303-9494306.
Republican Colorado State Assembly
April 12 , Coors Event Center, Boulder. Visit www.cogop.org for information.
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Your Weekly Horoscope – By Gren Chatworth Pisces (Feb 19 – March 20) There would be negative emphasis on money matters in your horoscope that could put you in a tight spot. This could be the past catching up with you – simple solution – make sure your bills are paid or you’ll find yourself in more trouble than you care for.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22) Follow the flow of circumstances with the confidence that they will steer you as smoothly as anything else. Someone that has just joined the office or neighborhood will strike up a friendship with you.
Aries (March 21 - April 19) This is not exactly the time to start ‘something new’. You would be wise to sit back and remain silent for the next couple of weeks. One wrong word here, and you could explode a bombshell.
Leo (July 23 – Aug 22) If a new romance comes your way, it just might be the one that you have been waiting for. There is only one ay to find out – get out there and see what happens.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20) Stop worrying about others and think more of yourself. Those close to you sometimes do not appreciate or understand your constant concern of others.
Virgo (Aug 23 – Sept 22) To avoid problems this week why don’t you just stay away from secretive or sneaky people, as you would soon discover that they would be trying to undermine you. Better to avoid the situation altogether than to have a big confrontation you would regret later on.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20) You seem to be always willing to put a lot of effort into maintaining harmony with the people around you, remember do not overdo this effort. If you keep putting your best foot forward without getting some positive results, you will eventually get resentful. In every relationship there has to be a fair amount of give and take or things just will not work out.
Libra (Sept 23 – Oct 22) This will be a tricky week for you because there are complicated influences at work around your personal life. Take it easy in the romance department – you could fall head over heels in love. The question is, is this person the right one for you? Be cautious.
Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21) For you Scorpio, who believes in great causes and take the world’s problems to heart, it’s sometimes much harder to deal with reality, and that is what the week is demanding of you. Take things slow and easy and spend the last part of the week relaxing. Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21) This coming week try to avoid getting into an argument regarding money matters. In fact this would be a poor time to try and do any refinancing of any kind. Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19) Try to avoid over spending – especially with your credit cards. You could face a rather embarrassing situation with bill collectors – the answer is to put a halt on your extravagant ways. Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 18) Nothing of earth-shattering importance will happen this week, but that may be just as well. You may even consider getting a psychic reading to add to your vision of the future.
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Afrikmall to highlight African culture Greenwood Village businessman part of venture By Peter Jones Cobina Lartson remembers when he realized there was a need for an African cultural and business center in the Denver area. In 2007, the Ghanan immigrant and then-public-relations officer for the Rocky Mountain Ghana Council helped organize a local celebration of the nation’s 50th anniversary as the first African nation to gain independence from colonization. The festivities included the boisterous sounds of traditional song and dance. “Because of the noise, we had to stop in the hotel,” Lartson said. “Thereafter, the idea of having a space of our own started coming up.” Such a space would be a kind of African mall, creating dozens of new jobs and offering yearround activities, as well as cultural retail and restaurants. Flash forward 2014: The soon-to-open 56,000-squarefoot Afrikmall is believed to be the first center of its kind in the United States dedicated to the arts, culture, food and commerce of the world’s second-largest continent. The existing three-story building, located at 10180 E. Colfax Ave. in Aurora, is under renovation with a planned opening in late June. Once finished, Afrikmall will boast 24 storefronts and restaurants representing the likes of Ghana, Ethiopia, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Nigeria and Senegal, among others. First-floor tenants will include
clothing boutiques, art stores and a travel agent. In addition to the retail and dining components, Afrikmall will incorporate a 6,000-square-foot reconfigurable event center and a top floor of office leasing. “The space is relatively small for the vision, but this is a startup. We haven’t done this before,” said Lartson, Afrikmall’s CEO. “It’s good to start a little smaller and then expand. In the next five to 10 years, we hope to be in other states as well.” Afrikmall turned out to be a marriage of aspirations after Lartson’s group, which had been frustrated by fundraising challenges, happened upon Greenwood Village businessman Brian Watson, who was impressed by the Afrikmall business plan. Watson’s Northstar Commercial Partners has made a specialty of acquiring vacant buildings and converting them into centers of shared entrepreneurship. Last year, the firm bought the Innovation Pavilion building in Centennial out of foreclosure for $5 million and wound up creating a startup incubator for more than 80 firms. This time, Watson’s Denverbased company paid $1.3 million for the foreclosed Colfax office building in the heart of ethnically diverse Aurora. “I believe in putting my money where my mouth is,” Watson said. “One of my passions is buying these vacant buildings and putting them into productivity to create jobs and opportunity and build these cultural bridges.” Afrikmall has signed a longterm lease on the building. Lartson considers the location ideal with its proximity to north Auro-
ra’s large population of African immigrants. The Ethiopian population alone has been estimated at close to 30,000. Afrikmall is not just aimed at recent generations of the African diaspora. Hopes are that people of all backgrounds from across the metro area will visit this new hub for African culture. Among others, Lartson expects multigenerational African Americans to reconnect with the traditions of the continent. “I definitely see that interaction happening,” he said. Afrikmall could also become a center for political interface as elected leaders seek to connect with Aurora’s ethnically diverse population, especially in light of the 2010 redistricting that expanded the once Republicansafe 6th Congressional District. As testament, Republican U.S. Rep. Mike Coffman and his Democratic opponent Andrew Romanoff both made appearances at Afrikmall’s March 29 groundbreaking. “We’re organized now,” Lartson said, noting the expansion of Denver’s African Leadership Group. “I think that has raised the awareness of what Africans can contribute in terms of electing people to power.” For Watson’s part, he hopes Afrikmall will offer a slice of the great continent to those who have never had the opportunity to go there. “Africa is one of my favorite places to visit in the world. It is just amazing,” he said. “The people I have dealt with through this process are wonderful, kind, generous individuals who just need an opportunity to succeed and chase down their dreams.”
Greenwood Village investor Brian Watson, Afrikmall CEO Cobina Lartson and U.S. Rep. Mike Coffman at the March 29 groundbreaking for the planned 56,000-square-foot business and cultural center.
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African musicians entertain last month at Afrikmall’s groundbreaking. The soon-to-open center is believed to be the first of its kind in the United States dedicated to the arts, culture, food and commerce of Africa.
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If high blood pressure isn’t controlled through lifestyle changes and/or medicine, it can lead to stroke, heart disease, eye problems and other serious health issues. A great way to establish a heart healthy diet is by reducing your sodium intake, which may reduce the risk of high blood pressure. Starting the day with a low-sodium ready-to-eat breakfast cereal is just one way to choose a healthier lifestyle. For example, according to a recent survey, 9 out of 10 physicians recommend Post Shredded Wheat cereal as part of a low-sodium diet to help support healthy blood pressure levels, (based on an online survey of 400 physicians conducted by Wakefield Research. Results of any sample are subject to sampling variation).
Enjoy nutrient-dense foods
As you age, your body needs fewer calories for energy – but still needs the same amount of nutrients. It’s important to make your calories count by eating foods packed with good nutrition such as: • Fruits and vegetables: Fresh, canned, frozen – it doesn’t matter. Vegetables are loaded with vitamins and minerals your body needs. • Protein: Add some variety to your diet with delicious protein sources such as fish, beans and peas. • Whole grains: The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends at least three servings of whole-grain foods each day (16g per serving or 48g per day).
Get moving
Physical activity and regular exercise can decrease the risk of heart disease, stroke, colon cancer, diabetes and high blood pressure. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend those 65 years of age or older, who are generally fit, and have no limiting health conditions, try to get: • Two hours and 30 minutes (150 minutes) of moderate-intensity aerobic activity, such as brisk walking or yoga, and musclestrengthening activities two or more
days a week. You should consult your physician or other health care professional before making changes to your diet or exercise plan to determine what is right for your needs. In addition to taking up walking or yoga, joining group activities or sports are great ways to keep moving. In 2014, Post Shredded Wheat will be partnering with the National Senior Games to grant 20 seniors the opportunity to participate in their local Senior Games. Those who submit entries will also be asked to sign a petition to get the National Senior Games to add a 20th sport in 2015. To apply and sign the Post Shredded Wheat “Game On” petition, visit www. PostShreddedWheatGames.com. Taking care of your blood pressure, enjoying healthy foods, and staying active are three steps you can start taking today to help you get and stay healthy for tomorrow. You can learn more about the nutritional benefits of Post Shredded Wheat at www.PostShreddedWheat.com. Are you older than 50? Here are three tips that will help you stay healthy: eat heart healthy and nutritiously and get moving. Photo courtesy of Getty Images
April 10, 2014 • THE VILLAGER • PAGE 11 — Legal Notices— PUBLIC NOTICE Denver NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2014-0033 To Whom It May Concern: On 1/16/2014 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Denver County. Original Grantor: CHARLES E SCURLES SR AND PRANDALYN J SCURLES Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST FRANKLIN A DIVISION OF NATIONAL CITY BANK Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-FF17 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FF17 Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 9/15/2006 Recording Date of DOT: 10/12/2006 Reception No. of DOT: 2006162823 DOT Recorded in Denver County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $217,550.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $215,064.45 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: The covenants of said Deed of Trust have been violated as follows: Failure to make payments of principle and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 18, BLOCK 3, GREEN VALLEY RANCH SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 27, CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER, STATE OF COLORADO. **NOTE REFORMED ON OCTOBER 3, 2006 TO CORRECT THE SETTLEMENT LOCATION.** Which has the address of: 20861 East 40th Avenue , Denver, CO 80249 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued) at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 15, 2014, at the Denver County Public Trustee’s Office, 201 West Colfax Avenue, Denver, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 3/20/2014 Last Publication: 4/17/2014 Publisher: Herald Dispatch Dated: 1/17/2014 Debra Johnson DENVER COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: THE CASTLE LAW GROUP, LLC CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER Colorado Registration #: 34145 999 18TH STREET, SUITE 2201 , DENVER, COLORADO 80202 Phone #: 1 (303) 865-1400 Fax #: 1 (303) 865-1410 Attorney File #: 13-08378 Publishd in the Denver Herald First published March 20, 2014 Last published April 17, 2014 Legal #: 2014-0033 _________________________________ PUBLIC NOTICE Denver NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2014-0043 To Whom It May Concern: On 1/22/2014 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Denver County. Original Grantor: ROBERT W COSSIA JR
Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE OF ACADEMY NATIONAL MORTGAGE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 3/15/2009 Recording Date of DOT: 3/24/2009 Reception No. of DOT: 2009036609 DOT Recorded in Denver County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $135,697.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $142,207.91 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: The covenants of said Deed of Trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 4, BLOCK 11, MONTBELLO NO. 28, CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER, STATE OF COLORADO. **LOAN MODIFICATION DATED APRIL 17, 2012 BETWEEN ROBERT W COSSIA JR., AS BORROWER AND US BANK NA, AS LENDER, STATES NEW PRINCIPAL BALANCE IS $143,377.30.** Which has the address of: 15031 Randolph Place , Denver, CO 80239 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued) at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 22, 2014, at the Denver County Public Trustee’s Office, 201 West Colfax Avenue, Denver, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 3/27/2014 Last Publication: 4/24/2014 Publisher: Herald Dispatch Dated: 1/23/2014 Debra Johnson DENVER COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: RANDALL S MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. GIOVANNI CAMACHO Colorado Registration #: 44364 333 WEST COLFAX AVENUE SUITE #450, DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (720) 259-8626 Fax #: Attorney File #: 13CO00157-1 Published in the Denver Herald First published March 27, 2014 Last published Apri 24, 2014 Legal #: 2014-0043 _________________________________ PUBLIC NOTICE Denver NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2014-0058 To Whom It May Concern: On 1/28/2014 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Denver County. Original Grantor: DAVID CASIAS Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR PRIMARY RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 5/14/2010 Recording Date of DOT: 5/19/2010 Reception No. of DOT: 2010054917 DOT Recorded in Denver County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $210,169.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $206,195.59 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: The covenants of said Deed of Trust have been violated as follows: Failure to make payments of
principle and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof.
Address (Do Not Use Post Office Box): 1601 Market Street City: Philadelphia State: PA Zip: 19103
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Assets: $18,001,116 Liabilities: $20,707 Capital and Surplus/Policyholder Surplus $17,980,409
The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 10, BLOCK 2, HARVEY PARK ADDITION, FILING NO. 15, CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 2968 South Zurich Court , Denver, CO 80236 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN. THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the Radian Mortgage Assurance Inc. , organized under the laws of Pennsylvania subject to its Articles of Incorporation or other fundamental organizational documents and in consideration of its compliance with the laws of Colorado, is hereby licensed to transact business as a Mortgage Guaranty Insurer insurance company, as provided by the insurance Laws of Colorado, as amended, so long as the insurer continues to conform to the authority granted by its Certificate and its corporate articles, or the Certificate is otherwise revoked, canceled or suspended.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued) at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 29, 2014, at the Denver County Public Trustee’s Office, 201 West Colfax Avenue, Denver, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 4/3/2014 Last Publication: 5/1/2014 Publisher: Herald Dispatch
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have herunto set my hand and caused the official seal of my office to be affixed at the City and County of Denver this first day of March, 2014.
Dated: 1/30/2014 Debra Johnson DENVER COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: THE CASTLE LAW GROUP, LLC CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER Colorado Registration #: 34145 999 18TH STREET, SUITE 2201 , DENVER, COLORADO 80202 Phone #: 1 (303) 865-1400 Fax #: 1 (303) 865-1410 Attorney File #: 14-00104
Corporate Name: SENTRY LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY NAIC Number: 68810 Address (Do Not Use Post Office Box): 1800 North Point Drive City: Stevens Point State: Wisconsin Zip: 54481
Published in the Denver Herald First published April 3, 2014 Last published May 1, 2014 Legal #: 2014-0058 _________________________________
/s/ Marguerite Salazar Commissioner of Insurance Published in the Villager First published March 20, 2014 Last published April 10, 2014 Legal #: DHD 4094 _________________________________ SYNOPSIS OF ANNUAL STATEMENT FOR PUBLICATION REQUIRED PURSUANTTO 10-3-109(1), C.R.S. FOR YEAR 2013
Assets: $4,909,699,593 Liabilities: $4,637,135,473 Capital and Surplus/Policyholder Surplus $ 272,534,120 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
To Whom It May Concern: On 2/5/2014 the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Denver County.
THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the SENTRY LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, organized under the laws of Wisconsin subject to its Articles of Incorporation or other fundamental organizational documents and in consideration of its compliance with the laws of Colorado, is hereby licensed to transact business as a Life & Health insurance company, as provided by the Insurance Laws of Colorado, as amended, so long as the insurer continues to conform to the authority granted by its Certificate and its corporate articles, or its Certificated is otherwise revoked, canceled or suspended.
Original Grantor: GARY HALSELL Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR SERVICE MORTGAGE CORPORATION
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official seal of my office to be affixed at the City and County of Denver this first day of March, 2014.
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 7/29/2005 Recording Date of DOT: 8/16/2005 Reception No. of DOT: 2005138084 DOT Recorded in Denver County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $205,770.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $181,919.47
Marguerite Salazar Commissioner of Insurance
PUBLIC NOTICE Denver NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2014-0081
Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: The covenants of said Deed of Trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 13, BLOCK 1, PERL MACK SUBDIVISION, CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 1261 South Zuni Street , Denver, CO 80223 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued) at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, June 5, 2014, at the Denver County Public Trustee’s Office, 201 West Colfax Avenue, Denver, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 4/10/2014 Last Publication: 5/8/2014 Publisher: Herald Dispatch Dated: 2/11/2014 Debra Johnson DENVER COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: RANDALL S MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. MILNOR H SENIOR Colorado Registration #: 7226 333 WEST COLFAX AVENUE SUITE #450, DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (720) 259-8626 Fax #: Attorney File #: 13CO00183-1 Published in the Denver Herald First published April 10, 2014 Last publishd May 8, 2014 Legal #: 2014-0081 _________________________________ SYNOPSIS OF ANNUAL STATEMENT FOR PUBLICATION REQUIRED PURSUANT TO 10-3109(1), C.R.S. FOR YEAR 2013 Corporate Name: Radian Mortgage Assurance Inc. NAIC Number: 30672
Published in the Denver Herald First published March 27, 2014 Last published April 17, 2014 Legal : DHD 024 _________________________________ SYNOPSIS OF ANNUAL STATEMENT FOR PUBLICATION REQUIRED PURSUANT TO 10-3109(1), C.R.S. FOR YEAR 2013 Corporate Name: PARKER CENTENNIAL ASSURANCE COMPANY NAIC Number: 71099 Address (Do Not Use Post Office Box): 1800 North Point Drive City: Stevens Point State: Wisconsin Zip: 54481 Assets: $84,409,024 Liabilities: $38,588,669 Capital and Surplus/Policyholder Surplus $ 45,820,356 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the PARKER CENTENNIAL ASSURANCE COMPANY, organized under the laws of Wisconsin subject to its Articles of Incorporation or other fundamental organizational documents and in consideration of its compliance with the laws of Colorado, is hereby licensed to transact business as a Life & Health insurance company, as provided by the Insurance Laws of Colorado, as amended, so long as the insurer continues to conform to the authority granted by its Certificate and its corporate articles, or its Certificated is otherwise revoked, canceled or suspended. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official seal of my office to be affixed at the City and County of Denver this first day of March, 2014. Marguerite Salazar Commissioner of Insurance Published in the Denver Herald First publisehd March 27, 2014 Last published April 17, 2014 Legal #: DHD 025 _________________________________ SYNOPSIS OF ANNUAL STATEMENT FOR PUBLICATION REQUIRED PURSUANT TO 10-3109(1), C.R.S. FOR YEAR 2013 Corporate Name: SENTRY INSURANCE A MUTUAL COMPANY NAIC Number: 24988 Address (Do Not Use Post Office Box): 1800 North Point Drive City: Stevens Point State: Wisconsin Zip: 54481 Assets: $6,631,964,314 Liabilities: $2,556,630,322 Capital and Surplus/Policyholder Surplus $ 4,075,333,992 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the SENTRY INSURANCE A MUTUAL COMPANY, organized under the laws of Wisconsin subject to its Articles of Incorporation or other fundamental organizational documents and in consideration of its compliance with the laws of Colorado, is hereby licensed to transact business as a Property & Casualtyt insurance company, as provided by the Insurance Laws of Colorado, as amended, so long as the insurer continues to conform to the authority granted by its Certificate and its corporate articles, or its Certificated is otherwise revoked, canceled or
suspended. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official seal of my office to be affixed at the City and County of Denver this first day of March, 2014. Marguerite Salazar Commissioner of Insurance Published in the Denver Herald First published March 27 2014 Last published April 17, 2014 Legal #: DHD 026 _________________________________ SYNOPSIS OF ANNUAL STATEMENT FOR PUBLICATION REQUIRED PURSUANT TO 10-3109(1), C.R.S. FOR YEAR 2013 Corporate Name: SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY NAIC Number: 21180 Address (Do Not Use Post Office Box): 1800 North Point Drive City: Stevens Point State: Wisconsin Zip: 54481 Assets: $641,304,426 Liabilities: $413,826,220 Capital and Surplus/Policyholder Surplus $ 227,478,206 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY, organized under the laws of Wisconsin subject to its Articles of Incorporation or other fundamental organizational documents and in consideration of its compliance with the laws of Colorado, is hereby licensed to transact business as a Property & Casualty insurance company, as provided by the Insurance Laws of Colorado, as amended, so long as the insurer continues to conform to the authority granted by its Certificate and its corporate articles, or its Certificated is otherwise revoked, canceled or suspended. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official seal of my office to be affixed at the City and County of Denver this first day of March, 2014. Marguerite Salazar Commissioner of Insurance Published in the Denver Herald First published March 27, 2014 Last published April 17, 2014 Legal #: DHD 027 _________________________________ SYNOPSIS OF ANNUAL STATEMENT FOR PUBLICATION REQUIRED PURSUANT TO 10-3109(1), C.R.S. FOR YEAR 2013 Corporate Name: VIKING INSURANCE COMPANY OF WISCONSIN NAIC Number: 13137 Address (Do Not Use Post Office Box): 1800 North Point Drive City: Stevens Point State: Wisconsin Zip: 54481 Assets: $381,328,273 Liabilities: $203,151,816 Capital and Surplus/Policyholder Surplus $ 178,176,457 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the VIKING INSURANCE COMPANY OF WISCONSIN, organized under the laws of Wisconsin subject to its Articles of Incorporation or other fundamental organizational documents and in consideration of its compliance with the laws of Colorado, is hereby licensed to transact business as a Property & Casualty insurance company, as provided by the Insurance Laws of Colorado, as amended, so long as the insurer continues to conform to the authority granted by its Certificate and its corporate articles, or its Certificated is otherwise revoked, canceled or suspended. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official seal of my office to be affixed at the City and County of Denver this first day of March, 2014. Marguerite Salazar Commissioner of Insurance Published in the Denver Herald First published March 27, 2014 Last published April 17, 2014 Legal #: DHD 028 _________________________________ SYNOPSIS OF ANNUAL STATEMENT FOR PUBLICATION REQUIRED PURSUANT TO 10-3109(1), C.R.S. FOR YEAR 2013 Corporate Name: SENTRY CASUALTY COMPANY NAIC Number: 28460 Address (Do Not Use Post Office Box): 1800 North Point Drive City: Stevens Point State: Wisconsin Zip: 54481 Assets: $240,263,968 Liabilities: $167,253,837 Capital and Surplus/Policyholder Surplus $ 73,010,131 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the SENTRY CASUALTY COMPANY, organized under the laws of Wisconsin subject to its Articles of Incorporation or other fundamental organizational documents and in consideration of its compliance with the laws of Colorado, is hereby licensed to transact business as a Property & Casualty insurance company, as provided by the Insurance Laws of Colorado, as amended, so long as the insurer continues to conform to the authority granted by its Certificate and its corporate articles, or its Certificated is otherwise revoked, canceled or suspended.
Address (Do Not Use Post Office Box): 1800 North Point Drive City: Stevens Point State: Wisconsin Zip: 54481 Assets: $48,188,811 Liabilities: $9,104,296 Capital and Surplus/Policyholder Surplus $ 39,084,515 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the PEAK PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION, organized under the laws of Wisconsin subject to its Articles of Incorporation or other fundamental organizational documents and in consideration of its compliance with the laws of Colorado, is hereby licensed to transact business as a Property & Casualty insurance company, as provided by the Insurance Laws of Colorado, as amended, so long as the insurer continues to conform to the authority granted by its Certificate and its corporate articles, or its Certificated is otherwise revoked, canceled or suspended. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official seal of my office to be affixed at the City and County of Denver this first day of March, 2014. Marguerite Salazar Commissioner of Insurance Published in the Denver Herald First published March 27, 2014 Last published April 17, 2014 Legal #: DHD 029 ________________________________ SYNOPSIS OF ANNUAL STATEMENT FOR PUBLICATION REQUIRED PURSUANT TO 10-3109(1), C.R.S. FOR YEAR 2013 Corporate Name: MIDDLESEX INSURANCE COMPANY NAIC Number: 23434 Address (Do Not Use Post Office Box): 1800 North Point Drive City: Stevens Point State: Wisconsin Zip: 54481 Assets: $653,237,357 Liabilities: $410,485,895 Capital and Surplus/Policyholder Surplus $ 242,751,461 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the MIDDLESEX INSURANCE COMPANY, organized under the laws of Wisconsin subject to its Articles of Incorporation or other fundamental organizational documents and in consideration of its compliance with the laws of Colorado, is hereby licensed to transact business as a Property & Casualty insurance company, as provided by the Insurance Laws of Colorado, as amended, so long as the insurer continues to conform to the authority granted by its Certificate and its corporate articles, or its Certificated is otherwise revoked, canceled or suspended. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official seal of my office to be affixed at the City and County of Denver this first day of March, 2014. Marguerite Salazar Commissioner of Insurance Published in the Denver Herald First published March 27, 2014 Last publishe April 17, 2014 Legal #: DHD 030 ________________________________ SYNOPSIS OF ANNUAL STATEMENT FOR PUBLICATION REQUIRED PURSUANT TO 10-3109(1), C.R.S. FOR YEAR 2013 Corporate Name: DAIRYLAND INSURANCE COMPANY NAIC Number: 21164 Address (Do Not Use Post Office Box): 1800 North Point Drive City: Stevens Point State: Wisconsin Zip: 54481 Assets: $1,163,189,493 Liabilities: $691,525,167 Capital and Surplus/Policyholder Surplus $ 471,664,326 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the DAIRYLAND INSURANCE COMPANY, organized under the laws of Wisconsin subject to its Articles of Incorporation or other fundamental organizational documents and in consideration of its compliance with the laws of Colorado, is hereby licensed to transact business as a Property & Casualty insurance company, as provided by the Insurance Laws of Colorado, as amended, so long as the insurer continues to conform to the authority granted by its Certificate and its corporate articles, or its Certificated is otherwise revoked, canceled or suspended. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official seal of my office to be affixed at the City and County of Denver this first day of March, 2014. Marguerite Salazar Commissioner of Insurance Published in the Denver Herald First published March 27, 2014 Last published April 17, 2014 Legal #: DHD 031 _________________________________
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official seal of my office to be affixed at the City and County of Denver this first day of March, 2014. Marguerite Salazar Commissioner of Insurance Published in the Denver Herald First published March 27, 2014 Last published April 17, 2014 Legal #: DHD 028 _________________________________ SYNOPSIS OF ANNUAL STATEMENT FOR PUBLICATION REQUIRED PURSUANT TO 10-3109(1), C.R.S. FOR YEAR 2013 Corporate Name: PEAK PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION NAIC Number: 18139
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Little Hearts Luncheon a really heart-warming gig
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By Glory Weisberg he annual Little Hearts Luncheon is indeed a heart-warming benefit for the Children’s Hospital Colorado Little Hearts Fund, attracting nearly 300 people to Wings Over the Rockies. Children who have had heart surgery are the focus of the fashion parade, many escorted down the runway by South Metro Fire Rescue Authority hunks and some also teamed up with
service dogs. Other kids, some who are not former patients, are escorted by a bevy of “civilians” such as Cardiac Kids Scholarship winner, Keri Christiansen, sister of emcee, Kim Christiansen; Selby’s Chair in Pediatric Cardiology and Cardio Department chief Dr. Dunbar Ivy, Dr. Jim Jaggers, Dr. Max Mitchell, Greg Ruzicka, Kevin Sosa, Frances Owens and others. About 30 children modeled as moms and dads dropped to the
floor next to the parade ramp to get close-ups of this memorable moment to immediately email to friends and families with justifiable bragging rights. Photos were snapped earlier with Denver Broncos mascot, Thunder and owner, Sharon Magness Blake who gave each model a souvenir t-shirt. Lyn Schaffer chairs the annual luncheon. She is married to Dr. Michael Schaffer, medical
director of Outpatient Operations, Children’s Hospital Colorado Heart Institute Prof. of Pediatric cardiology, at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Schaffer presented the Sam and Fern Primack Heart Who Cares Award to retired pediatric cardiologist, Dr. Robert Wolfe. Biscuits & Berries catered the meatless menu, which drew yummy reactions for featuring a roasted leek and Parmesan tart filled with mozzarella and
Parmesan cheese topped with watercress in a sherry viniagrette. Models lunched in a separate room filled with crafts and munched on chicken fingers, crudite and macaroni cheese. The girls then got their hair gussied up by Third Avenue Studio stylists and were the girls excited! The Anna and John Sie Foundation was presenting sponsor. gloryweisberg@comcast.net
Dr. Michael and Lyn Schaffer, Les Lee, representing the Children’s Hospital Foundation Trinity P. models a pink dress.
Robert Wolfe & Dr. Michael Shaffer
Amanda, Kepler and Harry Porterfield
Destiny and Trinity Padilla with sheltie Zach Sahling.
Photos by Glory Weisberg
Five year-old Hearts model Joseph, carried by a South Metro Fire Rescue firefighter
Rodriguez, Beliaeva, May
Eden Weisberg with firefighter
Ryan L. waves at the audience from the fashion ramp.