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Denver Zoo, Children’s Hospital introduce mascot ‘Elbert’
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Denver Zoo, in partnership with Children’s Colorado, unveiled its new mascot, Elbert, a 6-foot-tall, 300-pound, brown-colored bear, July 27.
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Debbie Boucher receives Sertoman of the Year honor
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Dry Creek Sertoma names Debbie Boucher as Sertoman of the Year for 2013-14. New to the club in 2012, Boucher wasted no time becoming active and involved in every aspect.
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Broncos team shaken by Bowlen announcement August 7, 2014
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By Tom Barry
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‘It’s not about me …’ team’s owner tells wife
ast week, Denver Broncos fans were anticipating learning about this year’s training camp and the media were looking forward to a barbecue lunch and interviewing Coach John Fox and some of his players. Instead, on July 23, all woke up to news that Annabel Bowlen had publicly shared that her husband Pat, the Broncos’ team owner and Cherry Hills Village resident, had been suffering with Alzheimer’s and was relinquishing his management of the team. “As many in the Denver community and around the National Football League have speculated, my husband, Pat, has very bravely and quietly battled Alzheimer’s disease for the last few years,” Annabel said in a public statement. “He has elected to keep his condition private because he has strongly believed, and often said, ‘It’s not about me.’ Pat has always wanted the focus to be solely on the Denver Broncos and the great fans who have supported this team with such passion during his 30 years as owner.”
Annabel said her family was deeply saddened that Pat’s health see the team. “Alzheimer’s has taken so much from Pat, but it will never take away his love for the Denver Broncos and his sincere appreciation for the fans,” she said. “Although we wish Pat were in better health, he developed a plan many years ago for the continuation of his values with the hope of keeping the Broncos in the Bowlen family. … My family will stand strong with Pat as he continues his courageous fight against a disease that is unfortunately all too common.” Bowlen, 70, had planned for the team’s future more than a decade ago, having put the ownership in a family trust with the hopes that one day his eventual successor would be one of his children. The trust will be governed by nonfamily members. Team president Joe Ellis, who has been a team executive for nearly 25 years, will remain at helm “with full authority on all matters,” said a prepared statement issued by the Broncos. Continued on page 2
An emotional Joe Ellis fields reporters’ questions after it was announced that he would be the handpicked successor to Pat Bowlen, owner of the Denver Broncos. Photo by Tom Barry
Elway reflects on Pat Bowlen Longtime friends both live in Cherry Hills Village
By Tom Barry A visibly shaken and emotional John Elway faced one of the most publicly challenging times of his life last week – not on the football field, but at a press conference talking about his exceptionally close friend, Denver Broncos team owner Pat Bowlen. On the morning of July 23, Bowlen’s wife announced that her husband had been battling Alzheimer’s and would be stepping down as CEO. Most of the beat reporters who cover the Broncos had never seen the emotional side of Elway, who is usually cool, calm and collected, whether as quarterback or serving as a top Broncos executive.
a gentle, greathearted man, An emotional really a very John Elway giving person shares his that is somethoughts on times misunderhis mentor and stood because close friend of his nature and Pat Bowlen. his shyness. But Photo by he truly is a treTom Barry mendous guy to be around, and not only is he a tremendous boss, but I look at him too as a tremendous “This place will never be the friend. So I hope he can be around same. I can say that at least from here as much as possible.” the inside out, it’ll never be the Holding back tears throughout same,” Elway said. “He always the long press conference, Elway wanted to know what happened said, “Pat has been a mentor. He’s and what we thought about the been someone that I’ve looked up game. He was a guy that I was able to and I wouldn’t be anywhere to spend a lot of time with. … He’s close to where I am today if it
wasn’t for Pat Bowlen. Other than his family, [the Broncos] was the most important thing to him in his life and we’re going to continue to take care of it as if he was still here, and we’ll always be here. When he’s not here, he’ll still be here in soul.” Elway said he hoped the bronze bust of Bowlen would eventually be next to his in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. “He’s been an integral part of the growth of the NFL in the last 30 years, so that would be the best thing that could ever happen,” the two-time Super Bowl quarterback said. When asked about his interest in owning the Broncos, Elway said, “That family owns the Broncos. Pat Bowlen still owns the Broncos. We have total respect for that. They’ve hired me to run the football operations and I’m thrilled to do that. I work for Pat still — as well as the Bowlen family, and I’m going to continue to do that.”
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Children meet Denver Zoo’s and Children’s Hospital Colorado’s new mascot, Elbert, The Bear.
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Denver Zoo, Children’s Hospital Colorado introduce mascot ‘Elbert,’ The Bear Zoo hosts first Teddy Bear Care Fair, hands out 1,000 plush mascots
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enver Zoo, in partnership with Children’s Colorado, unveiled its new mascot at the Zoo’s first Teddy Bear Care Fair, July 27. Elbert, a 6-foot-tall, 300-pound, brown-colored bear debuted by pulling a wagon full of plush versions of himself at the Zoo’s Explore the Shore Play Area, presented by Children’s Colorado. After his introduction, families were able to take their favorite stuffed animals around the Zoo for “medical procedures.” “We are so excited to mark another important milestone in our longstanding partnership with the Children’s Colorado,” said Denver Zoo President/CEO Shannon Block. “We look forward to the joy Elbert will bring our patients through regular visits each month.” “We are so excited to mark another important milestone in our longstanding partnership with the Denver Zoo,” said Jena Hausmann, president and COO, Children’s Hospital Colorado. “We look forward to the joy Elbert will bring our patients through regular visits each month.” Elbert, named after the highest mountain in Colorado, doesn’t belong to an official species, but was born in the Rocky Mountains. He’s known for his soft brown fur, bright smile and heart-shaped patch of fur on his chest. With favorite foods of
fish, fruits and vegetables and hobbies such as dancing, hiking and skiing, Elbert loves to promote healthy eating, kid safety, caring for animals and an active lifestyle. His friendly and adventurous personality is sure to make him many friends soon. This was the first Teddy Bear Care Fair ever hosted at Denver Zoo. Together with Children’s Colorado, Zoo staff handed out plush mascots to the first 1,000 kids and certificates of health at check-in to all children who visited the Explore the Shore Play Area. Children and
families were able to walk around the zoo to different stations all day so volunteers and staff could provide x-rays, bear casting and other medical procedures and education to stuffed animals. “Denver Zoo is proud to have Children’s Colorado as a sponsor of our ‘Explore the Shore Play Area’ and as a partner for several community programs. Our partnership is such a natural fit and our new mascot will enable us to continue to provide for children from the region,” said Denver Zoo President/CEO Shannon Block.
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“He has been a mentor to me,” said an emotional Ellis who fought back tears throughout a July 23 press conference. “He is such a humble and modest and shy guy. He has great humility. … He has tremendous kindness and humility and grace – and that is not one thing, but collectively it makes up a great leader
… I won’t be able to see him every day. All of us won’t be able to see him every day, which is hard because he made that fun and he loved this team, and he loved everything about what he did, and he was really good at it — really, really good at it.” For example, as head of the NFL’s broadcast committee, Bowlen had taken the early lead in helping to create what
evolved into the NFL’s strong presence and immense popularity on television, noted Ellis. Bowlen also made important efforts on the league’s labor committee. “Twenty-seven years of labor peace – not a game missed,” Ellis said. “There was nobody better. It was a privilege for me to be able to sit there and listen to him.”
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Dry Creek Sertoma Board, from left: Lianne Bower, Karen Todd, Monica Watts, Diana Milne, Bernadette Frausto, Debbie Boucher, Elizabeth Davenport, Linda Eyer, Traci Winter, Maggi Anderson, Karen Marston and Ilene Wieder Courtesy photo
Dry Creek Sertoma President Linda Eyer (right) presents Sertoman of the Year Award to Debbie Boucher
Dry Creek Sertoma inducts new board Debbie Boucher receives olf ball-sized hail Milne as chair of incentives lunch. Contact Karen Todd at
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didn’t stop the all women’s club from inducting its new board members on June 5 at Columbine Country Club in Littleton. Outgoing President Linda Eyer welcomed incoming President Bernadette Frausto, who will hold the position until July of next year. Eyer will become chairman while members in new positions include Karen Marston as vice president of sponsorship, Liz Davenport as vice president of programs, Karen Todd as vice president of membership, Debbie Boucher as chair of ways and means, Monica Watts as social chair, Diana
and Ilene Wieder as Sergeantat-Arms. Returning members include Traci Winter as secretary, Lianne Bower as treasurer, and Maggi Anderson as publicity chair. Dry Creek Sertoma has been serving the southwest Denver area for more than 20 years. Last year, members donated more than 1,895 service hours to local fundraisers, charities and nonprofit organizations. They personally donated more than $8,670 and additionally helped raise more than $31,500 for nonprofits in the Denver area. They meet every first and third Wednesday for breakfast and every second Friday for
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Denver to become one big farmer’s market New Urban Farming Law approved The City of Denver could become one big farmer’s market after the City Council recently approved a new law that allows Denver residents to sell from their homes fresh produce they have grown themselves and cottage foods such as jams and honey they have made themselves in their home kitchens. “Denver has always been known as a city that appreciates ‘farm-totable’ and using fresh produce and locally sourced foods, but this new law creates a whole new level of urban farming that will allow the city to become one big farmer’s market,” says Richard Scharf, president & CEO of VISIT DENVER. Under the new law, which went into effect on July 18, Denver residents will have to purchase a permit, but then will be able to sell from their home raw and uncut fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs that were grown by the seller either on site or in a community garden. They will also be able to sell whole eggs produced by chickens
or ducks kept by the seller at home, or “cottage foods,” which are lowrisk, unrefrigerated food products made on-site such as spices, teas, honey, jams and certain baked goods. People can sell from inside or outside their home from 8 a.m. to dusk and can sell up to $5,000 of goods a year. “Denver has become a leader in urban farming,” Scharf said, noting that two years ago, the Colorado Convention Center opened the Blue Bear Farm on the grounds of the massive convention center and is now growing 5,000 pounds of fresh fruits, vegetables and spices used in the convention center’s kitchens. “Many city restaurants have already put in their own gardens and farms, and now they will be able to buy vegetables, eggs, jams and fruits grown right in the neighborhood.” For information, including how to secure a permit, a list of permissible cottage foods and tips for your home garden, visit www.denver gov.org/homebusiness. The sale of marijuana or marijuana-infused products is not allowed.
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OPINION
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Home, Home on the Range
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By Robert Sweeney
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riving over to Craig last week for a class reunioN, I was able to observe the sad state of Colorado highways. Sorry to report that all the traffic is wearing out the asphalt highways at an insane rate. I’m already growing weary of the TV ads promoting governor, Senate and congressional candidates. There are the ads the candidates create and then the PAC ads that are really abstract, largely untrue and nasty. I see Sen. Udall up in the mountains with Aspen trees; Cory Gardner with the family on the streets of Wray; I don’t recall seeing Gov. Hickenlooper putting quarters in downtown parking meters like he did in the last election; Beauprez is boosting his buffalo in North Park; so far this advertising doesn’t seem to address the real needs of Colorado, like traffic, highway maintenance, water, jobs and rising costs of education. Going to Craig in far northwest Colorado is a real eye opener regarding the economy. The folks in that town are scared to death about the future of the coal industry. Most of the jobs in Craig swirl around min-
ing of coal and producing electric power with steam generators powered by this coal. There are also daily coal trains that travel out of Craig to other power plants around the state that provide our electricity. Federal and state air quality mandates are making the power plants continually upgrade their effluents to meet rising environmental standards. Going forward, there needs to be state and federal mandates to have more alternative energy produced largely from solar and wind sources. The biggest threat to Craig jobs and the coal industry comes from the boom in fracking and the release and discovery of huge sources of natural gas. The boom in fracking in northeastern Colorado may be the demise of the coal industry in northwest Colorado. This abundant supply of natural gas can and probably will, reduce or eliminate coal from being the major source for powering these gigantic power plants around the state. It is pure economics that gas is cheaper to purchase by the power companies and burns cleaner than coal. The switch to natural gas is ongoing and the future of coal has the folks in Craig very nervous about jobs, homes and the economy. There are more than 300 homes for sale now and many are seeking jobs in other cities and states. The good news is that it is a slow process, but the bad news is that the handwriting is written pretty clearly on the wall that coal may be out of favor because of air quality issues and just the price of so much abundant natural gas. It is safe to say that once coal us-
age is reduced – and the demand rises for natural gas – the price of that product will rise following simple economic principles of supply and demand. Craig does have vast amounts of open space, government lands, fabulous hunting, abundant water in the Yampa River, and easy access to the national forests. About 40 miles up the Yampa Valley, Steamboat Springs is enjoying a robust tourist industry in the summer and a booming ski industry in the winter. Real estate prices are high – while right down the road in Hayden and Craig, home prices are plunging to attractive prices. “Drive a little and save a lot” might be an advertising slogan for the local chamber of commerce to fill the homes with new residents, however much of the Steamboat trade is seasonal. Bedroom communities don’t make for good towns because people don’t have the time, or interest, to get involved in the volunteer roles that make small towns a desirable place to live, work and raise a family. Craig is my hometown where I’m a third-generation native – departed now for three decades of living in the big city. But you can’t take the country out of the boy, so I still endure the pain being felt by my Craig friends over this coal crisis. Going back to the political campaigns, there is a lot of work to be done on Colorado highways in keeping them in good repair. CDOT is doing a good job, but there is only so much money and time available to pave and repair the many miles of state highways. Other issues include the traffic jams occurring on
I-70 for folks attempting to travel to the mountains for work or pleasure on weekends and holidays. One can expect up to five-hour delays going and coming from the metro area on many summer outing with Labor Day next. I don’t think we have to expect these traffic jams as a fact of life, but traffic is heavy all over the metro area these days, as Denver becomes a major U.S. city with related air and traffic challenges. We all pay a price for this better economy we have in Denver. Candidates for office might address how they see the future of the state, how they can help the coal industry rather than hurt it, and how we can continue to promote the tourist industry that really helps rural Colorado. Many years ago when Colorado Springs businessman Steve Schuck ran for governor, he offered to trade Eastern Slope business for Western Slope water. It was a great concept, but he lost the election and the concept died. Colorado has become one of the top tourist attractions in America with good reason; we have the best climate and scenic beauty in the world. The abundant rains have turned our mountains into lush green gardens of wild flowers and beautiful valleys of plush hayfields that ranchers are now harvesting in between frequent rainstorms. The cattle are growing fat in the mountain pastures and bringing record high prices as the demand for beef increases and past droughts have diminished cattle herds. Home on the range is still alive around Craig.
Bob, Bob, Bob, for once I agree with you – on Israel and Gaza
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By Mort Marks
Bob, Bob, Bob – After all these years, I finally agree with you on a subject. You were absolutely correct when you summed up the whole Hamas attack by writing, “Hamas wishes to deny that Israel is a Jewish State” and that, “The dispute in Gaza is over land and religion.” It is unbelievable to me that dozens of musicians, actors, authors and supposedly intelligent liberal people have chosen to speak out in support of Hamas. It may be hard to believe, but
Hamas is really worse than Hitler’s the Arabs. They came from Israel the other leaders of Hamas that the Nazis because Hitler hid his plan to being attacked by the Arabs. In fact, “People of Israel owe you a huge exterminate the Jews, but Hamas Israel has always tried to give back debt of gratitude. You have succeedhas in its charter that they are de- land in exchange for peace, as it did ed where we have failed. Because termined to wipe out the State of when it gave back the Sinai Penin- never before in the history of the Israel and Jews and Christians who sula to the Egyptians who attacked modern State of Israel have the Jeware perceived as the eternal enemy them from the Sinai, and they gave ish people been so united, like one back the Gaza Strip in 2005 to the person with one heart.” of Allah. If those in support of Hamas Palestinians who attacked them He further stated, “It pains me actually wished to know the truth, from the Strip. deeply that your civilians will be When Israel withdrew from they would learn that Hamas is the made homeless. But we did not offspring of the Muslim Brother- Gaza, they left behind businesses, choose this war, you did. If only you hood and that Article Seven of the and Hamas had the opportunity to Hamas Covenant actually states, establish a thriving economy. Instead loved your people as much as you “The Day of Judgment will not they destroyed those businesses and hate ours, this war would never have come about until Moslems fight made Gaza into a terrorist launching happened.” Weisberg By Kenneth W.out James, CFAimHe pointed many other pad against Israel. the Jews (killingBy the Glory Jews). When portant points but concluded by sayHamas has fired thousands of the Jew will hide behind stones and ing, “To the rest of the world, Israel missiles at Israeli cities and has dug trees, the stones and trees will say O Moslems, O Abdulla, there is a Jew nearly 50 multimillion-dollar tun- has tired of your ceaseless childings nels with child laborers into Israel to that we should ‘show restraint.’ behind me, come and kill him.” Israel was first attacked in 1948 murder and kidnap Israeli civilians When you have your entire population under constant missile fire from at the time of its formation by Arab and soldiers. Incidentally, the tunnels were an implacable enemy whose stated nations who tried to drive them into built with supplies and cement that goal is the murder of every man, the sea – Israelis won. The Arabs tried it again in 1967 Israel, under international pressure, woman and child in your land, then – Israelis won. The Arabs tried it on allowed into Gaza for supposedly you may come and talk to us about the holiest Jewish Holiday in 1973 – humanitarian and legitimate pur- restraint. Only then, we respectfully poses. Israelis won. suggest that you keep your double Since Hamas is the elected gov- standards to yourselves. This time, Supporters of Hamas should understand that Israel’s territorial gains ernment of Gaza, and a coalition Hamas has gone too far and we will did not come from Israel attacking partner with the Palestinian Author- do whatever we have to in order to ity, they are therefore directly reprotect our population.” sponsible to its people. “Christians United for Israel” Israel is the only nation in the ensummed up this latest Hamas attack tire Middle East where Arabs have a D D II S S P P A A T T C C H H By Joshua Cole by reminding us “When we were free vote that allows Israelis of any By Chuck Green ethnicity to be elected to their Parlia- attacked on 9/11, Hamas leaders cheered. When we killed Bin Laden, ment – including Arabs. Israeli Prime Minister Netan- Hamas condemned us. And when yahu made a great speech in which Israel fights Hamas, Israel is defendhe pointed out to Ismail Haniya and ing all of us.”
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Denver County Fair Directors Mark Putt and Dana Cain
AT LEFT: Current and previous years Denver County Fair posters/banners.
“Atomic Gracie” plays an electric violin while performing on the “Pot Stage” in the first-ever Denver County Fair Pot Pavilion. Grace Stean plays an electric violin that was handmade (the last one) by Eric Keebler, a five stringed instrument with LED lights.
Best friends Shayan Patel and Henri Wheeler enjoy the culinary delight of cooked crickets in the first ever Denver County Fair Cricket Eating Contest. Kiley Roach, an extremely flexible performer drawing on her ballerina skills, strikes a pose before the start of the Denver County Fair Crispy Family Carnival performance.
Freak Show Producer of the Crispy Family Carnival “Ukulele Loki” with performer Kiley Roach and “Dr. D. B. Zieler,” aka renown Denver artist Dave Seiler
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A ‘QUIRKY’ GOOD TIME
Denver County Fair draws thousands, Aug. 1-3
ABOVE: Piper the “unicorn” with Rebecca Jons AT RIGHT: Folklorico Dance, Colorado Mestizo Dancers perform on the Fashion Stage
Chiyoko Vopnford gives it her best shot during the cricket eating contest. Betty Tomlinson photographs her granddaughter, Merril Siebert, with the 2014 Denver County Fair Unicorn Mascot.
In a new Denver County Fair attraction, Tim Weismann, an air hockey competitor who holds 11 championship titles, plays against Colin Cummings, the youngest player in the sport at age 15, in the 2014 Air Hockey World Championship.
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Denver Animal Shelter offers free parvovirus vaccinations through Aug. 9 Parvo vaccinations offered for dogs younger than a year
In just the past month, Denver Animal Shelter has seen more than 50 cases of parvovirus in stray and owner surrender dogs coming into the shelter. Canine parvovirus (parvo) is severely contagious, preventable virus that is often fatal in young dogs. To help prevent the spread of this deadly virus, Denver Animal Shelter will be offering free parvovirus vaccinations for dogs under a year on a walk-in basis through Aug. 9.
A&E Denver Center Theater for Performing Arts 2014 Performances Tickets on sale, denvertheater.org. Aug. 16. Menopause The Musical, Caulkins Opera House Sept 6 – 20, Pippin, Buell Theater Sept. 12 – Oct. 26, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, Stage Theater Sept. 19 –Oct. 19, You Say Tomato, I Say Shut Up! Galleria Theater Sept. 26 – Nov. 2, Lord of the Flies, Space Theater Oct. 10 – 12, Blue Man Group, Buell Theater Oct. 10 – Nov. 15, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, Ricketson Theater Oct. 29 – Nov. 9, Kinky Boots, Space Theater Nov. 15 – March 1, Forbidden Broadway: Alive & Kicking! Galleria Theater Nov. 28 – Dec 24, The SantaLand Diaries, Jones Theater Nov. 28 – Dec 28, A Christmas Carol, Stage Theater Dec. 10 – 14, Jersey Boys, Buell Theater Dec. 17 – 28, Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical,
‘Rise Above’ Exhibit Aug. 12 – 19, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Wings Above the Rockies Air and Space Museum, Lowry Air Force Base Hangar No. 1 at 7711 E. Academy Blvd., Denver. During the original 30-minute movie, audience will be transported back in time to learn what it was like to be a black airman during World War II. At the conclu-
• Loss of appetite • Fever Parvovirus is a virus that attacks • Vomiting a dog’s gastrointestinal tracts. Pup• Severe diarrhea (usually bloody pies are most at-risk for contracting and/or foul smelling) parvo, but all dogs can be affected. The severe vomiting and diarThe virus is transmitted through the feces and vomit of infected dogs and rhea in dogs often causes extreme puppies. The virus can live in feces dehydration, and can become fatal for about two weeks and can exist quickly (within 48 to 72 hours). If in the environment (floors, surfaces, your dog is displaying symptoms of etc.) for many months. Because it is Parvovirus infection, take them to so difficult to kill, the virus is easily see your veterinarian immediately. transmitted by “fomites” such as the The virus can become fatal rapidly hands, clothing, or shoes of anyone and the recovery process can be who comes in contact with it. Some lengthy and very costly. Although the virus can attack common symptoms include: • Lethargy dogs and puppies of any age, it
What is parvovirus?
sion of the film, audiences experience the thrill of flying the P-51 Mustang as it is brought to life on the 160-degree panoramic, curved screen. Visit www.wingsmuseum.org.
‘Menopause The Musical’ Aug. 16, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Buell Theater, 14th and Curtis streets, Denver. A groundbreaking celebration of women who are on the brink of, in the middle of, or have survived “The Change.”Visit www.denvercenter.org.
Flamenco Fantasy Theatre Dance Extravaganza Aug. 22, 7 - 10 p.m., Cherokee Ranch and Castle, Veranda Tent Sedalia. Fabulous dancers perform sensuous flamenco dancing, accompanied by gypsy guitar magic. An artist of international stature, guitarist René Heredia and his company lead a beautiful journey through the gypsy way of life. Visit www.cherokeeranch. org or call 303-688-4600
Lucie Arnaz cast in ‘Pippin’ Sept. 6 – 20, Buell Theater, Denver Performing Arts Center, 14th and Curtis streets, Denver. Arnaz will be cast as Berthe. Pippin tells the story of a young prince on a death-defying journey to find meaning in his existence. Will he choose a happy but simple life? Or will he risk everything for a singular flash of glory? The show is noted for many Broadway standards including “Magic To Do,”“Corner of the Sky,”“Glory,” “No Time at All,” “Morning Glow,” and “Love Song.” Tickets are on sale now at www.Denver center.org or by calling 303-893-4100.
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DTC/ CBW Luncheon Aug. 13, 11a.m.-1p.m., Maggiano’s. 7401 South Clinton St., Englewood Both women and men are welcome to attend. www.Dtc chamber.com.
CWCC Downtown Luncheon Aug. 20, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Maggiano’s at the Denver Pavilions, 500 16th St., Denver. Guest speaker Donna Lynne, executive vice president for Kaiser Foundation Health Plan Inc. and Kaiser Foundation Hospitals. www.cwcc.org.
EVENTS Englewood Fun Fest Aug. 9, 10 a.m. -5 p.m., Belleview Park, 5001 S. Inca St. This year’s activities include a rock climbing wall, field games, bungee jump, bounce houses, miniature train rides and entertainment throughout the day. Plus, there will be lots of artistic fun with The Museo de las Americas, Keep Englewood Beautiful, the Englewood Cultural Arts Commission and Denver International School. Admission to FunFest is free, but some activities (train, bungee jump, etc.) may charge a small fee. Visit www.englewoodgov. org for details.
‘Our Kids, Los Ninos’ Dental Services Grand Opening CLUBS/ ORGANIZATIONS Celebration Englewood Chamber Aug. 16, 1238 S. Sheridan Boulevard, Second Friday Coffee Denver. Fun activities, clowns, jumping castle, Aug. 8, 7:30-9a.m., Broken Tee Golf
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is most commonly found in dogs under one year old. The highest incidence is seen in puppies 6 to 24 weeks old.
How is parvovirus prevented?
Protecting your dog from parvovirus is easy. The best (and only) way to do this is to vaccinate them against the virus and keep them under control; dogs allowed to roam are more likely to come into contact with the virus. Because puppies are the most at-risk, vaccinations are usually recommended at 6 weeks of age, and then need to be boostered at 9, 12, and 16 weeks.
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‘Farm to Table’ Dinner Aug. 24, 4 – 7 p.m., Cherokee Ranch and Castle, Sedalia. Enjoy a handcrafted, locally grown, four-course dinner at one long table set the Pavilion Tent with the historic Scottish castle and the rugged Rocky Mountains as the backdrop. Each course will be paired with wine or liquors. Includes musical performance. Visit cherokeeranch.org or call 303-688-4600.
FUNDRAISERS Project C.U.R.E. Poolside With A Purpose Aug. 14, 6 – 9 p.m., Four Seasons Denver, 1111 14th St, Denver. An evening poolside cocktail fundraiser for Colorado’s dynamic professionals. All proceeds will go toward Project C.U.R.E.’s life-saving mission of delivering health and hope to the world by sending donated medical supplies and equipment to hospitals and clinics in developing nations who desperately need them.
Performing Arts Project Fundraiser Aug. 15, 7 p.m., Crossroads Theater, 2590 Washington St. Denver. 1st Note Music Foundation and Performing Arts Project Fundraiser, provides musical instruments for the Jazz Youth Workshop at Crossroads Theater and local children’s after school music programs. Visit performingartsproject.net, ritmojazzlatino.com. Tickets at www.jazz atthepoint.org. Contact Patrice LeBlanc at 303-909-9754.
Denver Animal Shelter is located at 1241 W. Bayaud Ave. Free Parvo vaccinations are offered on a walkin basis Monday through Friday 10:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Denver Animal Shelter also offers a reduced fee vaccination clinic every Saturday from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. which includes rabies, distemper/parvo, and a 1-year license for just $35. For more information about the Denver Animal Shelter, visit www. denveranimalshelter.org.
Race for Research Aug. 17, 9 a.m., Washington Park, Alameda And Downing, Denver. 5K run/walk, Family Festival, Beer Garden, fundraiser for Cancer League of Colorado. Visit www.cancerleague.org.
‘Here Comes the Sundial’ concert Aug. 24, 4-7 p.m., Cranmer Park, 1st and Cherry St. , Denver. The rescheduled concert features several local bands, including Petals of Spain and Dressy Bessy. Fundraiser to help restore the Sundial and Sundial Plaza. Donations will be accepted at the benefit concert and can also be made to the Save Our Sundial Project of The Park People, 1510 S. Grant St., Denver, CO 80210. Visit SaveOurSundial.com or www.TheParkPeople.org.
‘Chip in for Havern’ Golf Tournament Sept. 12, 6 a.m. registration and hot breakfast buffet, 7:30 a.m. Tee-off shotgun start, Arrowhead Golf Course, 10850 W. Sundown Trail, Littleton. Registration: Sue Powell, 303-986-4587 ext. 104, spowell@havernschool.org.
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CANCER (June 21 – July 22) Do not tire yourself. You do have the ability to say ‘no’ to those who try to take advantage of you. Think of yourself for a change.
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‘IMAGESó OFó AMERICA’ COVERS A LOT OF COLORADO TERRITORY fun to read and eloquently tells the success story of Colorado Irish and their wonderful legacy. As the authors tell it, the first Irish Coloradans were miners in Nevadaville (near Central City) and Leadville. Some, known as terriers, worked on the railroads. In the early days, Irish women who worked out of the home were usually domestics. By 1900, however, the Irish population in Denver had soared, and successful Irish businessmen were making their mark, such as John Kernan Mullen, founder of the Colorado Milling and Elevator Company. Irish immigrant Thomas Patrick Walsh became a multi-millionaire with his gold discovery at the Camp Bird Mine in the San Juan Mountains. Tom Walsh entertained President Howard Taft at his Wolhurst mansion and purchased the Hope Diamond for his daughter, Evalyn Walsh McLean. The book also delves into the history of the Irish labor movement, particularly the United Mine Workers and Irish widow Mother Jones, a fiery 80-year-old labor leader. The Irish Catholic Church in Denver also figures prominently, as do the Irish Catholic politicians like former Mayor Tom Currigan and former governors Steve McNichols and Bill Owens.
By Rosemary Fetter
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ith the publishing industry in decline, it’s become harder for Colorado history buffs to find affordable and easily accessible books on local history. Enter the “Images of America” series, which can be found anywhere from Amazon.com to Walgreens. Published by Arcadia in Charleston, S.C., Images has carved a niche in a certain market, publishing thousands of books on local history. Originally, the quality of photographs left a lot to be desired, but Arcadia has come a long way in the last few years. The books all look somewhat alike, with the same dimensions and a sepia-toned photo relating to the topic on the cover. Not to be dismissed, these ubiquitous paperbacks each tell the story, primarily through historic photos with some explanatory text, of a neighborhood, a landmark, an ethnic community, local architecture or hundreds of other topics sometimes given short shrift in other history books. A lot depends on the talents of the storyteller, which varies, along with the quality of photos, always black and white. The three publications listed below are particularly well done.
Denver’s Historic Homes By Amy Zimmer
Zimmer is a talented historian who also has published an Arcadia book on Denver’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. Her treatment of historic homes is very profes-
sional, although somewhat esoteric for those not familiar with architectural particulars, (A glossary of popular styles with short descriptions would have been helpful, as well as an index.) To her credit, Zimmer focuses as
much on the owners as she does on the houses, which makes the book more interesting. Photos include homes long demolished, like Silver King Horace Tabor’s mansion at 17th and Broadway, where his first wife, Augusta, lived out her life minus the errant husband. Some of these spectacular structures are still standing, although many have been repurposed. The elegant domain of society queen Louise Hill at 9th and Sherman, for example, now serves as law offices. Tweet Kimball’s glorious castle in Sedalia is now a museum and performing arts venue and the elegant GrantHumphreys mansion, now owned by the Colorado Historical Society, is an event venue. Apartment and commercial structures are occasionally included, as well as drawings and cityscapes.
Irish Denver By Dennis Gallagher, Tom Noel and James Patrick Walsh
Irish Denver is by far one of the best books on Denver history Arcadia has produced, perhaps it because it was written by three college professors who are also excellent writers. Denver City Auditor Dennis Gallagher and Colorado historian Tom Noel are local celebrities known for their sharp wit and comprehensive knowledge of local history, while Jim Walsh is founder of the Romero Theater Troupe, which brings nontraditional political history to the general public. Longer on text than many Images of America books, Irish Denver is
Denver’s Washington Park
By Sarah O. McCarthy
One of the city’s finest reminders of late 19th and early 20th cen-
tury Denver, the Washington Park neighborhood is distinctive both in architecture and population. Designated one of the “Great Public Spaces in America” by the American Planning Association (2012), the park was primarily designed by architect Reinhard Schuetze. Wash Park opened in 1899, a glowing example of Mayor Robert Speer’s “City Beautiful” efforts. Allegedly, the twin lakes were originally a buffalo wallow. Although the author does not make this clear (a map would have been helpful), the neighborhood can be divided between the eastern and western sides with Downing Street as the dividing line. Each side has its own distinct characteristics and neighborhood association. The Park area was originally part of South Denver, which annexed to Denver in 1894 after the Silver Crash of 1893. One of the city’s most ecologically conscious neighborhoods, Wash Park has for the most part stayed true to its original plan. Architecture is chiefly bungalow style, craftsman and Italianate, with a few Denver Squares thrown in for good measure. This book is well written and informative, and provides impressive photos of the area, including a 1920s aerial of the park. An index would have been useful, but these are rare in Images publications. According to the book’s biography, the author is a 30-year Washington Park “activist.”
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John Henry “Doc” Holliday
The Colorado Years
By Linda Wommack espite earning a degree in dentistry at the age of 20 from Pennsylvania College, John Henry Holliday is best known in history as a gambler and a killer. Surprisingly, while in Colorado, he never killed anyone. “Doc” Holliday, having been diagnosed with tuberculosis, came west for his health in 1873. He spent time in New Mexico and Texas where he made gambling his sole source of income. It was in Texas, in January 1875, that Holliday became involved in the first of many gunfights, a shootout with Charles Austin, owner of a popular Dallas saloon. While Austin was not killed, Holliday was nonetheless run out of town. Following this episode, Holliday made his first trip to Colorado, traveled the well-known gambling circuits, often staying at Army outposts along the way. In the summer of 1875 he was living in Denver under the alias “Tom Mackey.” He found work as a faro dealer for Charles Foster at the infamous Babbitt House, located at 357 Blake St. It was here that Holliday got into a heated argument with Bud Ryan, a well-known gambling tough. The argument turned deadly when both men drew knifes. (Denver had a strict gun ordinance at the time.) Eyewitnesses said Ryan drew first, where upon Holliday then drew his knife from his breast pocket. In the deadly knife fight, Holliday quickly gained the upper hand and managed to slash Ryan a few times. While his wounds were serious, Ryan did recover. However, the ensuing police investigation resulted in uncovering Holliday’s true identity. The Denver Republican reported
the finding in a bit of yellow journalIn the summer of 1878, Earp ism: “The ‘Doc’ had taken the name was lured into a trap by Ed Morriof ‘Tom Mackey.’ He is a quiet, mod- son whom Earp had dealt with preest man, with a smile that is childlike viously. Morrison, backed by two and bland; he is generally regarded dozen angry armed men, taunted as very inoffensive, but one night he Earp to pull his gun. Holliday rushed electrified the town by nearly cutting to the scene and with his help, the off the head of Budd [sic] Ryan, a two calmed the situation. Earp well known Denver gambler. ‘Doc’ would always credit Holliday with Holliday, alias ‘Tom Mackey, is a lit- saving his life. Holliday intended to do the same, tle better known in Denver [now].” With his identity revealed, Hol- if need be, on that infamous day of liday left Denver, following the Oct. 29, 1881. The previous year, gambling circuit to Pueblo. There, Holliday, along with Big Nose Kate, he found employment dealing faro at had followed his friend to the new the local saloons. By February 1876, mining camp of Tombstone, Ariz. he had moved on to the rich gold Holliday’s help was instrumendigs at Deadwood, S.D. Evidently tal that day. Earp was the only one things did not work out for Holliday uninjured in the gunfight, while Holin Deadwood, as he soon returned liday and Earp’s brothers were only slightly wounded. to the gambling circuit. After Several years after the short stints in Colorado gunfight, Big Nose and Wyoming, HolKate wrote of Holliday was back in liday’s reaction Texas by 1887, after his role in where he met the O.K. Corfamed lawral gunfight. man, Wyatt She said that Earp, at when HolFort Griffin, liday came Texas. back to their H o l room, he sat liday and on the bed, Earp formed wept, and a unique said, “That friendship, was awful that of alleged awful.” gunman and lawAfter a preman. It was also liminary hearing, it at Fort Griffin that was determined that the Holliday met Mary Earps and Holliday Katharine Harony, betWyatt Earp called had acted within their ter known in history Holliday a friend. duty as lawmen and no as “Big Nose Kate.” charges were filed. She would become Holliday’s longFollowing the murder of Morgan time paramour. Holliday and Big Earp, Wyatt Earp sought his own Nose Kate left with Earp for Dodge justice and left Tombstone in what City, Kan., where the lawman had would become known as the “Venaccepted the position of assistant detta Ride.” At his side, although his city marshal. Earp served under illness had advanced, was Holliday. famed lawman, Charlie Bassett.
Doc Holliday died in Glenwood Springs.
Photos courtesy of Denver Public Library, Western History Collection
With warrants out for their arrest, the two decided to split paths and rejoin at a later date. They would never meet again. Holliday was back in Denver when, on May 15, 1882, he was arrested on the Arizona warrant for his involvement in the murder of Frank Stilwell, during the Vendetta ride. Famed lawman, Bat Masterson, now a U.S. deputy marshal, managed to secure the release of Holliday. Masterson escorted Holliday to Pueblo, where he was released on a surety bond. Masterson met with Colorado Gov. Frederick Walker Pitkin on Holliday’s behalf. The governor denied the Arizona extradition request, stating that Colorado had its own warrant for Holliday’s arrest, on illegal gambling charges, which were later dropped. Holliday returned the favor by aiding Masterson in the right-of-way railroad war, known as the “Royal Gorge War.” The war lasted over two months before Masterson, with Holliday at his side, negotiated a settlement.
Despite his advanced tubercular condition, Holliday returned to the high altitude of Leadville, where he became involved in his last gunfight. In September 1884, Holliday, dealing faro in Hyman’s saloon, was confronted by local gambler, Billy Allen. Heated words were exchanged and when Allen pulled his pistol, Holliday fired two shots, hitting Allen in the arm and wrist. Holliday left Leadville, possibly for the medicinal qualities of the hot springs at Glenwood Springs. However, his tuberculosis was too advanced for any possibility of a cure. Famed gunman Holliday died in bed on the morning of Nov. 8, 1887. He was 36. His body was taken up the steep hill above town to Linwood Cemetery where he was quietly buried at 4 p.m. that same day. Today, a new tombstone marks what is believed to be Holliday’s final resting spot. LindaWommack.com
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2 minutes east of I-25 off E-470 & Peoria St.
(303) 799-9044
COLORADO SPRINGS I-25 & FILLMORE - 2805 CHESTNUT ST.
(719) 633-4220 PUEBLO
I-25 & EAGLERIDGE
(719) 542-5169
AURORA
1700 S. ABILENE
(303) 368-8555 UNIVERSITY
S. UNIVERSITY & COUNTY LINE
(303) 795-0928
FIRESTONE SUPERCENTER & WAREHOUSE
I-25 & HWY 119 • Longmont/Firestone
(303) 684-2400
GRAND JUNCTION HWY 6 & 50
(970) 208-1920
WESTMINSTER
94th & WADSWORTH
(303) 425-4359
S.W. LAKEWOOD
5390 S. WADSWORTH BLVD.
(303) 933-3975
FORT COLLINS
NEW ARIZONA LOCATION
I-25 AND HWY. 14
4700 S Power Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85296 (202 (Santan Freeway) and S. Power Rd.)
GLENWOOD SPRINGS
THORNTON SUPERSTORE & WAREHOUSE
(970) 928-9422
(303) 289-4100
(970) 221-1981 3200 S. GLEN AVE.
480-500-4121 I-25 & 84TH