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AFTER STONEWALLING, DENVER ZOO FINALLY AGREES TO UNRESTRICTED CITY AUDIT By Keith Lewis According to the Denver City Auditor’s Office, the Denver Zoo has been stonewalling the City’s efforts to audit the Zoo since last November, before finally agreeing on April 12 to full cooperation with the audit. A 1998 Cooperative Agreement authorizes the City to audit the Zoo due to the Zoo’s management of cityowned property within City Park and the Zoo’s funding through several public resources. Initially on December 4, a Zoo spokesperson denied that it was even subject to the audit provisions, according to the City Auditor’s Office. Later, however, the Zoo said it would submit to an audit under certain conditions. The City’s Auditor, Timothy O’Brien asked Mayor Michael Hancock to declare the Zoo in default of the Cooperative Agreement, but the Zoo’s board finally agreed to an unrestricted audit before it reached that level. One dispute between the City Auditor’s Office and the Zoo was that Zoo management wanted to remain present as auditors interviewed Zoo employees. O’Brien wrote that request is “not consistent with audit industry standards” in an April 4 press release. “Obviously the City cannot tolerate a rogue agency: when you accept public money, you have to accept the oversight that comes with it,” declared O’Brien. The Denver Zoological Foundation received millions from the City of Denver General Fund and also public

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funds from the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District (SCFD), which directs a portion of statewide sales tax revenue to science, art and cultural nonprofit venues. Certain questions have been raised about the Zoo’s multi-million dollar plan to transform animal waste into energy, which was ditched last September. Before abandoning the project, the Zoo had already spent $3.7 million and still faced obstacles in perfecting the gasification technology.

By Jacob Karp A little more than a year after officially closing its doors, the developer, in order to make way for a new mixed-use complex, will demolish Cherry Creek’s vacant Sears building. This news comes after the February announcement of the $170 million purchase of the Clayton Lane retail center, where the old Sears building still resides. Purchased by San Diego-based OliverMcMillan and Invesco Real Estate of Atlanta, the current property is home to the six-building mixed-use development anchored by Whole Foods Market and Crate & Barrel. Connecticut-based AmCap Inc. Properties, who paid nearly $96 million for Clayton Lane in 2006 according to city records, sold the complex. "We are pleased to be partnering with Invesco Real Estate on

The Zoo has now agreed to an unrestricted audit by the city, specifically agreeing to provide the Office of the City Auditor with “(1) access to all Foundation and Zoo documents and records, (2) access to an on-site area to work, (3) unsupervised access to interview Foundation and Zoo employees, (4) and all other cooperation the Auditor determines is necessary to achieve continued on page 12

this exciting property located in such a distinct and vibrant neighborhood within Denver," OliverMcMillan CEO Dene Oliver said in a statement. "We look forward to being a part of the Cherry Creek North community." The area sold encompasses the section of E. First & Second between Josephine & Detroit, which boasts more than 182,000 sq. ft. of retail space, as well as underground parking. Not included in the sale was the JW Marriott hotel property nor the office portions of the development. Before closing its doors in March 2015, the Sears store had been in operation for over 60 years. The store opened in 1954 along with the Sears Auto Center, which together made continued on page 12

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ascended as popular socialites in Denver, belonging to some of the city’s most elite organizations including the Denver Country Club and the “Sacred 36” club that was comprised of the city’s most well to do women. In 1937 Frederick McFarlane purchased the home and renamed it the Tears-McFarlane House. McFarlane was the son of a pioneer in the mining machinery industry and his wife was the daughter of the mayor of Central City. The couple continued the legacy of the homes ties to the elite social circles of Denver until 1972, when it was sold to investors to serve as office space until 1977. It was during that period that the mansion was granted the cities 29th historic designation by the City and County of Denver Landmark Preservation Committee in 1972, later becoming a

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National Historic Landmark in 1976. In 1977 it was purchased by the City of Denver for use as the Capitol Hill Community Center and run by the Center for the People of Capitol Hill. The building was purchased again in 2005 by Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods (CHUN), who has maintained the property since, and has had full outright ownership since 2011. Today the building serves as

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Steele in the Steele Creek complex opened with little fanfare. This is the vision of Nobuyuki Matsuhisa, a Japanese chef best known for his passion about cooking and unusual combinations. Matsuhisa is the chef behind two of the most highly regarded sushi restaurant operations in the world – Nobu and Matsuhisa. He’s garnered thousands of fans for his appearances on Iron Chef Japan and a similar program on

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the US Food Network. “I always put something special in my food – my heart,” Matsuhisa’s fond of saying. His name is now synonymous with the melding of Peruvian and South American ingredients with more traditional Japanese cuisine. While this might seem an unusual leap, his vision had a very logical but fateful beginning. As a young chef, Matsuhisa first worked at a sushi eatery in Shinjuku, Tokyo, where he met a Peruvian entrepreneur of Japanese descent. Matsuhisa was then invited to open a Japanese restaurant in Peru. Unable to find many ingredients abundant in Tokyo, he learned to improvise and the rest, as they say, is history. This background also may explain his Iron Chef successes. This fusion approach to Japanese cuisine forged a friendship

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with actor Robert De Niro, resulting in cameo roles in several movies and a string of restaurants around the world. After successful Matsuhisa operations in Aspen and Vail, Denver seemed the next logical stop. Todd Clark, Partner and Director of Colorado Operations, said the move to CCN was a natural. “We did look at downtown as well as Cherry Creek. We felt demographically, this suited our operation. Our Vail location is in a mixed use building, too,” said Clark. The walkability of the area and proximity to the Cherry Creek Shopping Center were also desirable. With five years’ experience in Vail and nearly two decades in Aspen, the company also had an opportunity to share resources. Over 90% of the menu is the same at each eatery, but there are unique offerings in CCN. This new location features an expanded kitchen and more private rooms on site that will facilitate more catering, both on and off site. While sushi is front and center on the menu and daily specials are offered to capture the freshest ingredients, there are other offerings as well. Lamb chops, chicken or salmon skewers and tempura will tempt those who don’t thrill to sushi. The spacious dining area covers much of the restaurant’s 8,000 sq. ft. The area is cloaked in warm but dark hardwoods and soft lighting. Table china is a stark white. Precision is evident throughout the dining area where tables are aligned precisely in banquettes. At this writing, Matsuhisa only serves dinner and doors open at 5 pm daily. There’s valet parking in the garage, but all other parking is catch as catch can on the street. The website is matsuhisadenver.com and the number’s 303-329-6628.

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Some months, I feel that every new business opening or renovation takes five times longer than you’d expect, but on occasion, there’s a stunner that moves through construction like wildfire. This is the case at E. 3rd & Clayton – the former Starbucks location. It’s been rapidly trans-

formed into the first Colorado location for J. McLaughlin, a classic sportswear chain with a focus on current trends. Brothers Kevin and Jay McLaughlin founded the company in 1977 – the year that Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak founded Apple, Inc. The firm already has locations in 25 other states including California and Alabama. Started in what was then considered an Ivy League enclave in Manhattan, McLaughlin’s now features both men’s and women’s wear at 2701 E. 3rd in CCN. “We’ve made it to the Mile High city!” the company’s website jmclaughlin.com announced. Hours are Sun., noon -5 pm, Mon.-Sat., 10 am-6 pm. The number is 303-209-0019 and the company website offers the full look book.

GNAT ORIGINAL DESIGNS CCN’s well-known jewelry designers at Gnat have opened a second location in the new development at 250 Columbine, also under the Gnat name. The original shop at 2703 E. 3rd near Clayton will remain open too. Raz Gnat, the new shop’s manager, said the two locations wouldn’t be identical. The new shop is for what Gnat describes as ‘lifetime’ jewelry. The old shop on E. 3rd will remain open, but sell more ‘lifestyle’ jewelry with a somewhat lower price point and some semi-precious stones used in designs. That means the higher end merchandise – gems for a lifetime or special occasions – will be featured on Columbine. Gnat added that he hopes to feature other local jewelry designers monthly at the original location to boost recognition of all designers. Each year, the store might select one outstanding craftsman for an added focus as well. Opened on April 20th, the hours at the new space will be the same as the first store to begin with. When the hotel opens across the street, the hours on Columbine will most likely expand. The phone number is 303-355-5050 for the original store.

DELISSALDE SCULPTURE There’s a new sculptor setting up shop and replacing the kinetic

Cherry Creek’s well-known jewelry designer, Gnat Original Designs, opened a second location at 250 Columbine on April 20th. The original store remains open, but this new location will feature the company’s higher end designs. creations of the former Luca gallery with works of bronzes at 2434 E. 3rd in CCN. He’s known by a single name and this is his first US gallery. The other is in Aix-en-Provence France. “I find immense pleasure in the beauty and purity of the lines of a human body or in the magnificence of a starry night. I observe both creature and creation; I am fascinated by their perfection,” the artist said. Most of his work involves human figures or individual portraits and busts. Some work is custom; the rest is cast from first editions. The atelier is open Wed.-Sat., 11 am-6 pm or by appointment. Call 720-479-8034 or browse recent works at Delissalde.com.

FROZEN MATTER Just in time for another snowstorm, Frozen Matter opened last month at 530 E.19th in Uptown. Billed as a “cow to cone micro-creamery,” this new venture features handcrafted cool treats and an amazing approach to artisanal ice cream. It’s the culmination of a major passion for owners Josh Gertzen and Geraldine Kim. Kim lived in San Francisco for a time where Bi-Rite has enjoyed huge success. It’s one of her favorites. During her many travels, she and Gertzen found themselves seeking out the best local ice cream they could find in each town to scope out their creations. Then they opted to raise that bar by adding the ability to pasteurize their own dairy products. In fact, Frozen Matter even boasts a dairy plant license. They wanted the freedom to make their own ice cream bases. Some flavors, like their Strawberries ‘n Cream, have higher water content that demands a different base mix. An in-house pasteurization machine allows them to chart and create more custom bases. This approach has clearly resonated in Uptown during the first two weeks in business. “We made two weeks’ worth of ice cream and sold out in four days,” Kim explained. Small batches, and local organic ingredients whenever possible – these are just two of the building blocks at Frozen Matter. Another is attention to detail.

Frozen Matter handcrafts the toffee for their Hazelnut Toffee flavor. They spared no expense to rerun all the power lines before opening the former Oasis Spa place as a creamery. That required digging out concrete floors and repouring them to obtain a single floor level. The couple lives in the Highlands, but searched all over town for the right neighborhood. With a decidedly adult focus on their products, they wanted to appeal to adults who share their passion as well as to youngsters. Flavors include There Will Be Blood (Orange), Valrhona Chocolate and V for Vanilla, but there are some twists, too. Milk Chocolate Moon Stout is made with a vanilla stout beer. All use Organic Valley eggs and cream. Then there’s the pineapple peppercorn crumble built with deconstructed pie ingredients and a peppercorn-soaked base. Or Goodtime Campfire built on a bourbon-spiked base with chocolate covered graham crackers, toasted marshmallows and – wait for it – bacon! How do you learn to tweak the ice cream base to properly balance water content, unique ingredients and alcohol? Evidently it helps to attend Penn State’s ice cream program, an intensive 125-year-old crash course in all things ice cream. Gertzen and Kim are both graduates. Shakes, floats and other beverages are on the menu too. You can sip one on a spacious north-facing patio seating 20 or more. There’s a beer float on the menu and they’re not talking root beer. Kim and Gertzen obtained a liquor license for ice cream and spirits pairings. They also have beer on tap and plan to add Prosecco sparkling wine on tap soon. That would make a neat mimosa paired with FM’s Pretty Woman sorbet. Initially, the duo planned to offer one or two vegan options, but demand has been high so that number will soon double. Lime in the cocoanut, Mexican chocolate and mango tequila sorbet should please vegan customers. This summer ice pops will also go into production with one of the area’s only commercial ice pop machines cranking out dif-

Artisanal ice cream is the focus, but adult beverages are also on tap. Josh Gertzen, right, and Geraldine Kim launched Frozen Matter on E. 19th in Uptown to a steady stream of customers.

ferent flavors. Spoiler alert: In the back of the main counter and seating area, there’s a huge freezer door. It is not just for show so move over Williams & Graham. In fact, this cooler door is the entrance to Retrograde, a bar with a genuine speakeasy feel paired with a working business up front. Look for details and photos in June or July column. For now, let’s just say it will be a sweet spot for the adults in the area. Doors open at noon daily and Sun.-Thurs., the shop shutters at 10 pm. It’s 11 pm on weekend nights. In fact, the entire front façade will open up in warmer weather. The number is 720-6006358.

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at 2806 E. 6th is now home to Glow Facial, a sister to Glow Body and Sun next door. There’s a treatment just for men, plus a range of women’s facials on the menu. You can add a light peel for an extra $20. Lash and brow tints plus facial hair waxing are also offered along with dermaplaning and beard trims. “When the idea of Glow Facial Bar came about it just so happened that the space opened up right next to Glow Body and Sun, so it seemed like a sign that the space would be a good fit,” said spokeswoman Jennifer Pollard. “That 6th avenue area is a great location for businesses. We were lucky, and it's very convenient to be able to run the businesses side by side rather than having to travel to a distant location.”

Glow offers express facials too. A majority of services take only 30 minutes. Friends and groups can come in together and socialize in a group during treatment. Signature facials start at only $48. “It’s a simple concept really; everyone deserves beautiful skin. We believe spa quality facials should be available at a fair price, and convenient enough to fit into the busiest of schedules. All you need is 30 minutes, and you’re glowing. Can it get any better?” Pollard asked. Hours are still evolving. Call 720-269-4430 for details.

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It’s 100% float at Samana, a new business in RiNo near Larimer & 27th. Owners, Paul and Patio season is now in full swing and that means the new rooftop patio at Del Frisco’s with its Heather Clift, show off their single pod chamber, but the couple also offers larger ‘float cabnumerous fire pits is now open for business. ins’ with 8’ ceilings for those who want more room. float-focused relaxation business. eter, Del Frisco’s Grille, 100 St. pull on the body and is also CHEBA HUT “Still married after opening a Paul, has opened its third story believed to spark creativity. One Just in time for 4/20, the Continued from 7 second Cheba on my beat opened business together,” jokes co-ownpatio overlooking CCN. Samana chamber is a typical er Paul Clift. He and wife Heather These could be the most pod with a lid but the remainin the former Menchie’s frozen long. It’s the new home of Fox & cashed in their old careers in real sought-after seats in the new ing three are called cabins. They yogurt shop next to Chipotle. The Crow, a salon by Emily Clark. estate and interior design to go Grill. The patio opened officially feature 5’ by 5’ rooms with 8’ “We were in Cherry Creek North address is 745 Colorado. all in on a float therapy business. on May 1st with the company high ceilings to appeal to anyone Cheba made its name with in a studio salon,” she told LIFE. They chose RiNo for the first lokeeping a tight wrap on the final concerned about claustrophobia. toasted subs designed to appeal The independent salon opened in cation and hope to add a second details until the final week of to pot lovers. “Curing munchies One is even ADA accessible. late March 2016. space in Fort Collins where they set-up. since its start in 1998” is the When your 90-minute sesThe name just kind of came now live. “Perched nearly three-stories company’s logo. Blunts are their sion ends, there’s an After Float about because foxes and crows The shift was triggered in part above the street, the deck is the largest sandwiches. This location lounge with more relaxation are two of her favorite animals. by the loss of several close friends only rooftop patio in the area can be reached at 720-598-5726. options, colored glasses and a “Everyone I talked to thought to cancer. The Clifts wanted to and provides stunning, sweeping The place on Colorado is mural painted by Samana’s first it was a clever name so it just create a business that would help views of the Cherry Creek North probably a welcome addition to customer. kind of stuck.” cancer patients and anyone else neighborhood,” a spokeswoman the area, since they recently lost Currently, there are two chairs. The couple wants everyone in need of relaxation. said. “It’s a beautifully-appointSilver Mine subs just across the Two stylists work part time and to benefit from float therapy. “We are a No Wi-Fi zone,” ed, inviting space seating 45-50 Clark works here full time. A wide boulevard. They’ve created a 1st timer packHeather Clift explained. at community tables, lounge-like range of hair services is offered age of three sessions for $150. The business features four seating, and high top tables.” SAMANA FLOAT including cuts, coloring, extenYou can also share packages with floatation chambers. The concept The rooftop patio will have a Here’s a new one outside LIFE’s sions, facial waxing, and eyebrow friends or bank unused monthly is what was once called sensory dedicated bar, a grand staircase regular neighborhoods, but it’s service. sessions for up to three months. deprivation, but the Clifts prefer entrance, elevator access from the worth a trip. Beard trims are also available 1307 26th St. in RiNo is the float therapy as a way to describe main floor, and a “living wall” Walk down the hallway leading and the stylists cater to both address. The door is right next to the business. No one likes to feel covered in live greenery. to Samana Float, a new float male and female hair needs. First Draft. Call 720-573-8744 or deprived. The plan includes numerous therapy spa in RiNo, and you’ll be “I had lived and worked in go online to samanafloat.com to treated to stunning vintage black Treatment consists of spendfire features centered on the bar Capitol Hill and always loved book your first visit. Hours are 8 and white photos from years past. ing 90 minutes in a totally dark and several community tables. that area,” Clark said of her new am-8 pm daily. NYC’s Central Park in the snow, and silent space. 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LE CREUSET The cookware shop on Fillmore Plaza in CCN is kicking off a season of special events. “The next one will focus on BBQ and grilling,” said manager Jill Ruppenthal. “We’ll be having monthly events like this throughout the year,” she added. The May event dates are the 14th & 28th. Call 720-287-2181 for hours.

RENE’S MAISON DES FLEURS It’s moving time at Rene’s, the charming floral shop at E. 6th just west of Nest. The next move for this six-year-old business will be south on Broadway. I hear this story every month. The landlord evidently sought to double the rent so Rene DiBenedetti decided to relocate instead. The business is in its 6th year of operation and has been at 2930 E. 6th for 3 ½ of those years. DiBenedetti enjoyed his time on 6th but is eager to move on. “I think over there it will be better though,” he said. For a time, he shared 2930 E. 6th with Starr Antiques, which downsized and moved in with Rene’s when their rental space next door jumped in price. Now Starr is open on S. Broadway where the foot traffic better suits antique sales.

DiBenedetti plans to reopen on July 1 at 1462 S. Broadway. He will still offer both antiques and flowers. The move to S. Broadway makes sense given that unique business focus. He will occupy one of two spaces currently used by Heidelberg Antiques. That business is downsizing into a single space. Most of DiBenedetti’s business is by phone and he will continue to fill orders during the brief closure. The shop’s number is 303733-1978. Hours at the new space will probably be 10 am-4 pm with a closure on Mondays, but those may be tweaked once DiBenedetti settles into his new venue.

PARADISE CLEANERS The Paradise location at 3300 E. Colfax has contracted its footprint. That means the east part of the building is now vacant and for lease. Paradise no longer does dry cleaning at this address so downsizing seemed like a smart idea. The full list of services is still available at the Colfax shop however. Rumors have indicated the adjacent space might be leased to a restaurant concept. At least an eatery at this venue could offer plenty of parking! The number for the cleaners is still 303-3990505.

EXTREME PIZZA Drew Leach is the new owner of CCN’s Extreme Pizza at 250 Saint Paul. A former employee, Leach bought out his boss when the first owner opened another Extreme location in the mountains. He now runs the place with his mom and dad, bringing a family focus to the business. “We decided to give the place a total makeover,” he said. He considers it as a rebirth of the concept because he felt the former ownership had neglected the shop for a while. After a four-month renovation, Extreme is now back in business with a sparkling new interior. You can sit at the long prep bar or choose one of 10 tables if you prefer to dine in. The venture also offers take-andbake as well as cooked pies and delivery in the evenings. “We want people to give us a second look. It’s not at all the

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same place,” Leach said. The menu will be familiar to Extreme fans but Leach has also added a couple pizza combos and several subs. Hours have been extended a bit with later closings on Friday & Saturday nights to meet demand. The shop is now open Mon.Thurs., 11 am-9 pm, Fri.-Sat., 11 am-2 am & Sun., noon-8 pm. 303-398-2500 is the number for orders.

DENVER WRANGLER The long running Denver Wrangler gay bar in Uptown is slated to move to 3090 Downing at the end of the summer. The company announced the move to dispel rumors, offer reassurances and promote plans to mark their 20th anniversary with one final PrideFest at 1700 Logan. “With all the changes happening in our community's nightlife

scene, we wanted to reassure everyone that the Denver Wrangler is NOT closing. We did not lose our lease. We are strong and have amazing plans for the future,” the company said on its Facebook page last month. “While we have loved being in Uptown Denver for the past 20 years, we are excited for even more space so we can continue to hold themed parties, host world-class DJs, support our LGBT community with our Legendary Sunday #BeerBust, and so much more.” The new address will be familiar to all the fans of Tosh’s Hacienda that occupied that complex for many years. Most recently it housed Downing Street Grill and Pizzeria. It will be interesting to see the Wrangler make over for this complex. Stay tuned.

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By Jennifer Turner Denver is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States. According to the Denver Post, from 2014 to July 2015, Denver County had the biggest percent population increase in Colorado. Almost 18,600 people moved here during that period. There are many reasons people come to Colorado; natural beauty of the state, quality of life, laid back vibe and access to legal marijuana. Forbes magazine also recently ranked Denver as #1 on its list of Best Cities for Careers and Businesses. While the city’s growth has been beneficial in many ways, it has contributed to an affordable housing crisis. The situation has gotten so dire that the need to do something has achieved rare broad support from Mayor Hancock, the City Council, business leaders, and a coalition of concerned citizens and nonprofit groups. The problem is particularly bad in Central Denver. Many renters in neighborhoods including LoDo, Capitol Hill and Cheesman Park have seen their rents increase by double digits in the past several years and some have simply been priced out of the market. Numerous longtime homeowners received substantial property tax increases in January. The city’s hospitality industry workers have been particularly hard hit; many are increasingly finding they can’t afford to live where they work. The lack of affordable housing is also a contributing factor in the growth of the city’s homeless population, which includes an alarming number of senior citizens. For some people who live on Capitol Hill, homeless people have become their neighbors because they see them so frequently in the alleys and streets. It is not uncommon for area residents to know the homeless well enough to call them by name. Mayor Hancock and the City Council have been exploring various sources of capital in order to establish long-term, dedicated funds for an affordable housing plan. Many large cities, including Boston and Sacramento, have had these types of programs in place for years. The goal is to secure $150 Million in funding over the next ten years to address the problem. The Mayor and City Council plan to do this through two primary initiatives that don’t require additional voter approval. The first involves a property tax increase that is tied to Amendment 2A, which was overwhelming passed by Denver voters in the fall of 2012. Amendment 2A was designed to provide some financial flexibility (and relief) from the controversially Tax Payer’s Bill of Rights (TABOR) law passed in 1992. While TABOR has forced legislators to balance the budget, it has also created a broad swath of financial problems for the city and state that has sometimes resulted in draconian

cost cutting. TABOR allows no more than six percent of Denver tax revenues to be held in a “rainy day” fund. This structure makes it challenging to find money for programs, such as affordable housing initiatives, which often result from tax surpluses. When Denver voters passed 2A they effectively overrode TABOR and gave the city permission to keep more tax money and eliminate refunds. Citizens can now be taxed slightly more through the newly established mill levy, but the rate cannot exceed six percent overall (not to be confused with each property owner being limited to a six percent increase). The mill levy is the assessed property tax rate used by local governments and other jurisdictions to raise revenue and cover annual expenses. It is calculated by determining how much revenue each taxing jurisdiction will need for the upcoming year. That projection is then divided by the total value of the property within the area. The final step is to add up the rate from each jurisdiction to calculate the mill levy for the entire area. Beginning with the 2013 assessed property value mill levy rate, the city is gradually adding the mill levy amount to generate more funds that can be earmarked for the Mayor’s programs, with City Council approval. City officials plan to dedicate 1 mill toward affordable housing. This proposal would not dramatically impact homeowners’ tax bills, but yield approximately $13 million annually. A homeowner whose house has an assessed value of $288,000 (which is the median value for Denver) would pay approximately $29 more per year. Commercial property owners could expect to pay $290 for every $1 million in assessed value. The companion initiative to secure funds for affordable housing involves a one-time impact fee for commercial and residential construction. It would be assessed during the permitting process. This is viewed as a less stable source of income than the mill levy because it can be difficult to forecast the volume of new construction projects. The City Council is expected to vote on both the mill levy and impact fee this fall after the results of Nexus and feasibility studies have been vetted by the Mayor’s staff. The two studies were contracted out to a professional company to determine the most equitable way to calculate the additional fees. There will be opportunities for the public to attend presentations on the studies, and the results will also be posted on denvergov.org It is important to note that the bulk of city property taxes collected go to Denver Public schools. They are separately held and calculated from a different set of mills. The money that continued on page 11

CAPITOL HILL CARE LINK IS HELPING DENVER SENIORS TO “AGE IN PLACE”

AFFORDABLE Continued from 10 would be allocated to affordable housing is distinct from the DPS money and the General Fund. The General Fund pays for city services and the salaries of city employees, among other things. There are a handful of developments around the city that offer residents more economical places to live. One is Terraza Del Sol in

Nutritional Assistance Program) and LEAP (Low-Income Energy Assistance Program) are some of the programs that CHCL staff can connect seniors with. They also provide information on resources for care management, transportation and home repair assistance. The organization’s AARP weekly tax aide services were very popular in April. Another way CHCL has been able to assist area seniors are by helping them to file for the Elderly and Disabled Tax Rental Rebate. In order to be eligible, you must be over 65 or disabled, and either rent or own property in Denver County. Singles must earn below $15,900 and couples under $23,000 a year. There are copies of the city’s application form available at the nonprofit’s 1301 E. Colfax location as well as staff who can help people complete it. Fun weekly activities are also integral to the CHCL mission. Some of the organized events include free yoga classes, a brown bag lunch movie series, and a lunch and learn series. The monthly CHCL Resident Committee meeting is important to the overall success of the program and is open to all seniors in the neighborhood. It’s a forum where people can provide input on how the organization can best serve the community. The meeting is also a great opportunity to connect with other residents. The next Resident Committee meeting will be held on Fri., May 13 at 10:30 am at a TBD location. CHCL will also be conducting focus groups with seniors in May and June to better understand the most important needs of residents. Approximately 1,400 postcards were sent to AARP registered households in the 80218 and 80203 zip codes advertising the events. Phone interviews are available to seniors who are unable to attend in person. Anyone interested in participating in the focus groups or Resident Committee should contact Johanna Glaviano at 303-951-5228 or jglaviano@capitolhillcarelink. org For additional information on Capitol Hill Care Link, please visit capitalcarelink.org or stop by the organization’s offices at 1301 E. Colfax.

southwest Denver. It will provide 42 units of affordable housing and is expected to open in spring of 2017. In northwest Denver, Aria Denver is transforming the former Marycrest Convent, formerly owned by the Sisters of St. Francis, into condos. Eight of the 28 units are designated for lower-income residents. While these projects will help, and are certainly welcome, they are a drop in the bucket considering the overall scope of the need.

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12 TEARS-MCFARLANE Continued from 4 equal elevations throughout. The three levels of the mansion give way to 12 rooms that encompass nearly 8,700 sq. ft., as well as a beautiful tree-shrouded patio space overlooking Cheesman Park. The interior of the mansion

showcases the two most popular items, the stained glass window and large mirror. The impressive “Stained Glass Window in Fall Colors” dominates the landing on the main staircase between the first and second floors. Originally installed by Tears, the stained glass is beautifully designed in a fall leaf pattern of seven colors and is the crown jewel of the home's interior. The large and

lavishly decorated mirror in the hallway on the first floor was originally from the Windsor Hotel and provides a reflection of a time past. While many of the areas classic homes were lost in the 1900s, the Tears-McFarlane House is one of the few surviving structures from an era when the Capitol Hill and Cheesman park neighborhoods were home to Denver’s

most elegant addresses. Upkeep on such a property is an ongoing initiative that requires a substantial amount of money. Since taking over in 2005, CHUN has overseen restoration and preservation efforts to the home in excess of 750,000 dollars, with costs being amplified by strict guidelines that govern nationally recognized historical properties. While some of this money is supplemented through historical preservation societies and funds, much of it must come from CHUN by way of fundraising initiatives

and events, as well as donations from the public. Current restoration needs include repaving and replacing the parking lot area, concrete walk and patio, replacing two furnaces and painting, resurfacing and staining of various areas throughout the home. These projects alone will cost CHUN more than 100,000 dollars going forward. To learn more about the Tears-McFarlane House and CHUN, or to rent space in the building or make a donation for repair costs, please visit chundenver.org.

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We are dedicated to collaborating with Auditor O’Brien and his staff through this process,” said Denver Zoo President and CEO Shannon Block. Some taxpayers are unhappy about funneling public funds to large, successful operations like the Zoo. Those science, art and cultural facilities designated as Tier I, including the Zoo, receive 65% of the SCFD funds, which leaves some taxpayers wondering if that is public money well spent. It appears that the City Auditor’s Office may soon make that determination.

Continued from 1 audit goals,” according to the City Auditor’s Office. “Although it took a while for the Zoo to come to this realization, my office is pleased to have the opportunity to examine the records and operation of the Denver Zoological Foundation and related entities,” said O’Brien. The Zoo released its own statement, “Denver Zoo remains committed to operating with transparency throughout the review.

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I Need More Houses To Sell! Mine Are Almost All Sold… This year a fresh crop of local growers and some new food vendors join the old favorites at Farmers’ Markets throughout and around the Mile High City. PHOTO BY JEFF HERSCH

DENVER FARMERS' MARKETS ARE BAAACK! By Denny Taylor It’s that time of the year again that many of the residents of Denver have been anxiously awaiting. Yes, the season for Farmers’ Markets is again upon us, and the taste of fresh is just around a nearby corner. This year a fresh crop of local growers and a some new food vendors join the old favorites throughout and around The Mile High City. These markets aren't just about locally grown farm-fresh veggies and fruits or delicious baked goods and goodto-the-last bite prepared foods, though you'll find more than enough of those purveyed. Many Denver Farmers’ Markets are a weekly street type fair with a festive flair, including live entertainment, family-friendly activities and a vibrant crowd of locals. Take some time this spring and summer to enjoy the bargains, variety and ambiance of all things grown, raised or made in Colorado at one these great Denver Farmers' Markets and support many local farmers and businesses in the process.

CHERRY CREEK FRESH MARKET First Ave. & University Blvd. The award winning Cherry Creek Fresh Market is not just the largest farmers’ market in Denver, but has been dubbed the “Cadillac of farmers’ markets.” The shopper will discover a high quality mix of fresh Colorado growers and unique top shelf local gourmet food purveyors representing the best the regional Rockies has to offer. One can find good deals on anything from flowers to seafood, soaps, olive oils, honey, and much more. Definitely something for everyone to check out. Also enjoy chef demonstrations, free samples, kitchen and garden artisan products, gardening tips from Master Gardeners and Master Composters, live music and more in a fun and festive open-air shopping environment. Hours: Saturday, May 7-Oct. 29, 8 am-1 pm & Wed., June 15Sept. 28, 9 am-1 pm

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LE JARDIN SECRET CHEFS FRESH MARKET 1420 Larimer Celebrating its third year anniversary at Larimer Square, Bistro Vendome Courtyard, is the venerable Le Jardin Secret – the "secret garden." This is not your run-of-the-mill summer market. At this French-inspired chef's’ market, foodies can shop for dairy, meat, bread, produce and other goods. You'll find perfect tomatoes, exciting French cheeses, grass-fed tenderloins and artisan breads on hand. Select vendors like Grateful Bread Company, Western Daughters Butcher Shoppe, the Truffle Cheese Shop, Sugarmill and Blooming Fool will sell a variety of ingredients specifically curated for the adventurous home chef. Hours: At production deadline their schedule was yet to be published.

STAPLETON FRESH MARKET E. 29th & Roslyn Celebrating its 12th season this year Stapleton Farmers Market is a fun family event that sets up around the large grassy knoll of Stapleton Founder's’ Green where you’ll find great Colorado-grown fruits and vegetables, tasty baked goods, fresh culinary herbs, seasonal greens, specialty meats, gourmet food items and more! Kick a ball around, play a little frisbee or splash in the wading fountain on hot summer days. There’s something for everyone at this popular community market.

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FRESH MARKET POP-UP AT STAPLETON E. 49th & Valentia Ct. The Fresh Market Pop-up at Stapleton Conservatory Green is a newcomer for 2016 and is a pop-up version of the popular Stapleton Fresh Market. Purveying many of the same culinary favorites and choices as its famous cousin, it provides an alternative to the traditional weekend format for foodies during midweek. Come over after work for live music and libations as you shop for fresh produce and enjoy delicious cuisine from your favorite Stapleton vendors. Hours: Thursday, Aug. 11–Sept. 1, 5 pm–8 pm

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COLFAX MARATHON RECEIVES NATIONWIDE ATTENTION By Jason McKinney The Colfax Marathon has hit the big time. Featured in Runner’s World last year as “1 of 10 Marathons to Run” and mentioned again in 2016 as “1 of 10 Great Marathons for First Timers,” the Marathon has become a popular event that attracts people from all over the country. This year’s seven races will be held on Sat., May 14 & Sun., May 15. Yes, you read that correctly. There will be seven races, which include the Marathon, Half Marathon, Urban 10 Miler, Marathon Relay, Corporate Cup Relay, Government Cup Relay, and the Bellco Colfax 5K. The 26.2 mile Marathon starts and ends at City Park, passes through Denver Fire Station #1, where firefighters and police officers cheer runners on, and also twice through Sports Authority Field at Mile High, where you

can see yourself on the Jumbotron. The course goes along seven miles of rivers, lakes and bridges (including Sloan’s Lake), through Lakewood, along Colfax, and through downtown Denver. A qualifier for the Boston Marathon, the Colfax Marathon begins at 6 am, Sun., May 15 in City Park, 3201 E. 17th, at the east side of Ferrill Lake. The time limit is six hours and registration is $135 until May 8, when the price goes up to $145. The Half Marathon runs through the Denver Zoo, various Denver neighborhoods, along Colfax and through the Aurora Arts District and through Aurora Fire Station #1. The Half Marathon begins at 6:45 am, May 15 in City Park, where the Marathon begins, and has a time limit of four hours. Registration fees are $115 until May 8 and $125 after that.

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the day of the race, but the price goes up to $48. You can run for the nonprofit of your choice; over 190 charities benefit from the seven races that make up the weekend. All Colfax 5K racers will receive a t-shirt, finish line food, music and admission to the post-race expo as part of their registration fees. All other race runners will receive all of this, plus car decals, an oncourse digital photo and finisher medals as well. If you run in a race on both Saturday & Sunday, you will receive a free Colfax Art Print for participating. For registration, parking details, and more information (and there is a lot that could not be included here), go to runcolfax.org.

RTD A LINE CONNECTS DENVER TO THE WORLD By Denny Taylor The Regional Transportation District (RTD) celebrated the grand opening of the University of Colorado A Line on April 22 with great fanfare. Hundreds of people gathered for a ceremony to watch federal and local dignitaries cut the ribbon to officially open the 23-mile commuter rail line that runs from Union Station to Denver International Airport and communities and stops in-between. With connections at Union Station to the C, E and W light rail lines, and the G and B commuter rail lines later this year, together with local and regional buses,

Denver public transportation options now have an international connection. “The opening of the University of Colorado A Line is a historic milestone towards the completion of RTD’s FasTracks program,” said General Manager and CEO of RTD, Dave Genova. “We continue to transform the region and the University of Colorado A Line will connect the Denver metro area to the world.” The ceremonies were immediately followed by free rides on the new line, and thousands of people queued up to take the first trips.

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MEMORIAL DAY FUN KICKS OFF SUMMER SEASON By Jason McKinney If you’re bored this Memorial Day weekend, it’s your own fault. Denver residents won’t be lacking for plenty of fun things to do from May 27-30, the unofficial kickoff of the summer season. Whether your taste runs towards music and art, yoga and samurais, or robots and sculpture, you’ll certainly find something to entertain yourself with. You can even attend a memorial concert for David Bowie with a symphony orchestra as the backup band. The seventh annual Denver Day of Rock will thrill music lovers on Sat., May 28 at five different stages on the 16th Street Mall. The event will benefit Amp the Cause, a Denver-based nonprofit that works to improve children’s lives by mobilizing the caring of communities. The proceeds from Denver Day of Rock help to support the organization and their mission to aid over 50 child-focused health and education organizations. The full lineup for each stage can be found at denverdayofrock.com, but bands will include Tracksuit Wedding, Coin, HoneyHoney, The Suffers, Mary Louise Lee Band, Eagle Rock Gospel Singers, Muddy Magnolias, Hey Marseilles, Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers, Edison, and The Railbenders. Donations are more than welcome and can be made on the website. ArtStir Denver at the Denver Pavilions, 500 16th Ave., will be held on Sat., May 28 & Sun., May 29 from 11 am-7 pm each day. Voted Best New Festival by Westword in 2014, the event features more than 140 local and regional artists representing every arts district in Colorado. The showcase of artworks will include paintings, photography, illustrations, textiles, furnishings, mixed media, and locally designed and handcrafted goods. There will also be food booths and face painting for the kids, in addition to art and style demonstrations and performances, as well as other children’s activities. For more information, go to artstirdenver.com. Yoga Rocks the Park (YRP) can help you relax on Sun., May 29 at Sunken Gardens Park ,401 W. 9th Ave., from 8:30 am-12 pm. Now in its 8th year, the event is one massive yoga session/live music event, which will be led by Kindness Yoga instructor, Jack Cuneo. YRP is a Denver summertime tradition which includes an all levels, live music/DJ yoga class, guided meditation, Kids Camp, hosted by Radiant Beginnings and an after party with wellness vendors, food, drink and more live music. Music will be provided by DJ SunDragon and donations are encouraged; all proceeds are split 50/50 between the costs of producing the event and the Food Bank of the Rockies. You can pre register at yogarocksthepark.com. The suggested donation is $10; each dollar donated to the Food Bank of the Rockies will provide four meals for those in need. If you’re more interested in being indoors over the holiday weekend, the Denver Art Museum (denverartmuseum.org) is offering Samurai: Armor from the Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Collection

through June 5. The collection is reputed to be one of the world's finest and the exhibit explores the life, culture and pageantry of the warrior class. Ticket prices are $22. Also beginning at the DAM on Sun., May 29, is Why We Dance: American Indian Art in Motion, which teaches the motives behind Native American dance and how it impacts the arts. The exhibit is free with price of admission. Robot Revolution, “a robot gathering that promises to change human lives for the better,” is

running at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science (dmns.org) through Aug. 7. Ticket prices are $23.95 for adults & $17.95 for children 3-18. While you’re there, you can also check out Robots 3D, a new IMAX film that peeks into the future, as scientists and engineers find ways to make robots more human. The Denver Botanic Gardens (botanicgardens.org) presents Stories in Sculpture: Selections from the Walker Art Center Collection through Oct 2. You can see 13

contemporary sculptures nestled amongst the gardens while strolling through the natural architecture. The exhibit is included with the $12.50 price of admission. If indoor concerts are more to your liking, the Colorado Symphony Orchestra (coloradosymphony. org) and vocal performance group, Jeans ‘n’ Classics, will present Let’s Dance: Celebration of David Bowie on Sat., May 28 at 7:30 pm at the Boettcher Concert Hall, 1400 Curtis. Selections will include “Space Oddity,” “Changes,” “China

Girl” and more. Ticket prices start at $10. If you can’t get enough of outdoor music, My Morning Jacket will be making a two-night stand on Sat., May 28 and Sun. May 29 at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, 18300 W. Alameda Pkwy, Golden, CO. The first night is already sold out, but tickets were still available for the second night at press time. Both concerts start at 7:30 pm and ticket prices begin at $49.95. Go to redrocksonline.com for more information.

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motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. Please remember to honor your MOM this day! MONDAY, MAY 30: Celebrate Memorial Day as we remember the people who died while serving in the United States of America’s armed forces, because freedom is not free.

GALLERIES WEDNESDAY, MAY 4: Venture Prep High School holds 4th annual Senior Art Exhibition and National Arts Honor Society Induction Ceremony from 5-7 pm. The event will be held at the Venture Prep Smiley Campus, 2540 Holly. The keynote speaker will be local artist Kathleen Casteel, Executive Director of Voices on Canvas. Come and enjoy music, food and art with your fellow community members from Park Hill. Call 303-893-0805. FRIDAY, MAY 6: First Friday Art Walk in the Golden Triangle Museum District. Free bus, maps at all galleries. Free shuttle to the Santa Fe walk, below. Call 303-573-5095. • First Friday Art Walk, Santa Fe Art District, 6th to 10th on Santa Fe. Call 303-333-2820. • First Friday Art Walk & Free Public Reception for the Denver Artist Guild, Byers-Evans House

Museum, 1310 Bannock st., 5-8 pm, call 303-620-4933 for more info. THURSDAY, MAY 19: Cherry Creek Art Gallery Grand Opening Celebration, 2830 E. 3rd, from 5-7 pm. Cherry Creek Art Gallery showcases the recognized work of established Colorado artists, who will greet visitors during the opening event. “I have long wanted to create an additional gallery concept within my ample retail space,” explains Lisa Tyler, gallery director and owner of Gallerie Rouge and Cherry Creek Framing. Admission is free and free off-street parking is available. Call 720-318-7556. MONTH-LONG: • Plinth Gallery, 3520 Brighton Blvd., is pleased to present, “Pins and Needles”, the figurative ceramic sculptures of local artist Marie E.v.B. Gibbons. Exhibit showing thru May, for more information call 303-2950717. • “Jaimie Gershen & Doug Spencer Collaboration,” on exhibition at Leon Gallery, 1112 E 17th Ave., and the exhibit runs May 7-June 24. Opening reception is May 7, 7-10 pm. Free admission, call 303.832.1599 for info. • William Havu Gallery, 1040 Cherokee, proudly presents “Parallel Lines” (new works from Rome and Denver)” marks Amy Metier’s thirteenth solo exhibition, and the sixth solo exhibition at the William Havu Gallery. Exhibition runs Apr. 29-June 18. Call 303-893-2360. • “Figuratively Speaking” presented by Walker Fine Art, , 300 W. 11th, featuring Zelda Zinn, Peter Illig, Sally Stockhold, Tim Main, Gail Folwell & Michael McConnell. Free First Friday

CORE NEW ART SPACE presents 'Trinity,' a show featuring the works of Katie Hoffman, Claudia Roulier, and Valerie Savarie. These women create works that you can't just walk by. They are wound together with symbolism, myth, and depth. Explore each artist's take on the loaded concept of the word 'Trinity.' 900 Santa Fe, May 5-20, 303-297-8429; corenewartspace.com Reception May 6, 5-8 pm. Exhibit runs thru May 14, call 303-3558955. • Gallery 1261 at 1261 Delaware St. presents “Three person Exhibition: David Cheifetz, Sally Shevlino & Jordan Wolfson”. Opening reception is Fri., may 6 at 6-9 pm. an exhibit of specific places that captivate and engage both the artist and viewer. Exhibit runs May 6-June 4, Hours are Tues.Sat, 11-6 pm, call 303-571-1261. • Abend Gallery presents “Contemporary Figuration,” featuring a large survey of works from artists who exhibit some of the most exceptionable perspectives on figurative painting today. Showing May 13-June 18, a free opening reception is scheduled Fri., May 13, 6-9 pm. Call 303-355-0950.

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CALENDAR Continued from 17 levels . Call 720-865-1706. • Create Great Credit, a free class at Denver Community Credit Union, 1041 Acoma. Registration required: denvercommunity. coop/clearmoney. • Free Afternoon Lectures at the Denver Public Library, 10 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., Level Five in the Gates Reading Room. Lectures begin at 1:30 p.m. and are free and open to the public. For information call 303-839-1671 SUNDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS: “A Course in Miracles,” on-going class based on in-depth study of ACIM, 1 pm Sun., noon Weds., 7 pm Thurs. at Unity Temple, 1555 Race. Offering requested. Call 303-322-3756. SENIORS THURSDAY, MAY 5: Activities & Lunch at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 9th & Emerson, every 1st Thurs. of month. 10 am-activities, 11am-program, 12 noon-lunch. A $4 donation is suggested. THURSDAY, MAY 12: Seniors’ Book Discussion Group discusses contemporary fiction available in book & audio formats, 1-2:30 pm in the Level Four Meeting Room of the Denver Public Library, 13th & Broadway. Repeated 2nd Thurs. of every month. Call 720-8651312. SATURDAY, MAY 14: Free Day for seniors 64+ at the Denver Firefighters Museum, 1326 Tremont Pl. Repeated 2nd Sat. of every month. Call 303-892-1436.

RELIGION SUNDAY, MAY 15: Third Sunday Evensong, St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral, 1350 Washington, 3:30 pm. Preceded by free concert by Baroque violinist Mary Harrison. Repeated 3rd Sun. of every month. Call 303-831-7115. SUNDAY, MAY 29: Annual Remembrance Service at 10 a.m. Candle lighting and reflection. Bring photos of your loved ones to share. Unity on the Avenue, 4670 East 17th Ave Pkwy. 303322-3901. SUNDAYS: Worship Celebration 10:30 am, Buddhist Christian Interspiritual Service 5 pm, St. Paul Church, 1615 Ogden. Call 303-832-4929. • Catholic Mass, 8:30 & 10:30 am, 12:30 & 6:30 pm, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Colfax & Logan. Call 303-8317010. • Capitol Heights Presbyterian Church, 11th & Fillmore, 9:30 am worship, 10:30 am fellowship, 11 am education for all ages. Call 303-333-9366. • Center for Spiritual Living Denver, Sunday celebrations: meditation 9:30 am, service & children’s church 10 am, 2590 Washington. Call 303-832-5206. • Church in the City-Beth Abraham, 16th & Gaylord, 8:30 & 10:45 am. Call 303-322-5733.• Denver United Church, 660 S. Broadway, services held at 8:30am, 10:00am & 11:30 am. www.denverunited.com • Denver United Church,

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DOWNTON ABBEY TEA. If you need to get a high-class fix, this is the event for you. Put on your best High Tea duds, your best manners, and indulge yourself in a five-star tea menu with champagne, and a tour of the gorgeous, historic Castle Marne Bed and Breakfast. 1572 Race, May 1/May 15, 1-3 pm. $55. 303-331-0621; castlemarne.com/sweet-savory-tea-events/

19 Sung Worship with nursery, 9:30 am; Informal Worship, 5:30 pm. All worship services include Holy Communion. St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 13th & Vine. Call 303-388-6469. • St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Parish,Roman Catholic Mass, 9:00 a.m., Byzantine Divine Liturgy, 12 Noon, Speer Blvd. & Arapahoe Street on the Auraria campus. • Catholic Mass, 7:30 & 10 am, St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church, 23rd & York. Call 303322-8042. • Informal Service, 10 am St. James Urban, 1402 Pearl (Network Coffeehouse). Call 303-8301508. • St. Paul Lutheran and Roman Catholic Community, 16th & Grant, Lutheran mass at 8 & 10:30 am. Call 303-839-1432. • Unity on the Avenue: Sunday celebrations. Service and Sunday School 10 a.m. Light lunch follows. 4670 East 17th Ave Pkwy. 303-322-3901

SUPPORT GROUPS WEDNESDAY, MAY 4: Dementia Caregiver Support Group. A safe to share concerns, coping techniques, and tips when caring for a loved one with dementia. 1301 E. Colfax, 10-11:30 am at The Center. Free. Repeated 1st Wed. every month. Call 303-951-5222. THURSDAY, MAY 5 & 19: Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance, Our Savior’s Lutheran, 915 E. 9th, 7 pm. Repeated every 1st & 3rd Thurs. Call 303-329-3364. TUESDAY, MAY 10: Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Group at National Jewish Health, 1400 Jackson, Molly Blank Bldg., J105, every 2nd Tues., 1 pm. Call 303398-1912 WEDNESDAY, MAY 11: “Let’s Talk About It,” a free prostate cancer information session for men, 5:30 - 7 pm at Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, 1800 Williams, 3rd fl. Continues 2nd Wed. of every month. Call 303758-2030, ext. 139. WEDNESDAY, MAY 25: Denver

Secular Recovery, a self-help, non “12-step” support group for people recovering from alcohol & drug abuse, meets in the 2nd fl. meeting rm. of the Denver Public Library, 13th & Broadway, 6:30-8 pm. Repeated the last wed. of every month. Call 303-278-9993 THURSDAY, MAY 26: Monthly Kidney Cancer Support Group, 6 pm, The Urology Center of Colorado. Meeting will take place 4th Thurs. at 2777 Mile High Stadium in the 3rd Floor Conference Room.Call 303-762-7666 to register. MONDAYS: Weekly meetings of Emotions Anonymous, 7:30-9 pm, CHARG Resource Center, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 9th & Emerson (use basement entrance on Emerson). Call 303-331-2493. • Weekly meetings of SMART Recovery for people with addictive behaviors, Nourished Health Center, 1740 Marion, 6:30-7:30 pm. Free. Call 303-593-2535. • Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous, 7-8:30 pm, First Avenue Presbyterian Church, 1st & Acoma (1st Ave. side, downstairs). Call 303-425-9691. • Cocaine Anonymous, St. Paul’s United Methodist, 16th & Ogden, 8 pm. Call 303-421-5120. MONDAYS & THURSDAYS: Meetings of Life Ring Secular Recovery, a network of support groups for people who want to maintain continuous abstinence from alcohol & other drugs, Washington Park United Church of Christ, 400 S. Williams (alley entrance), 6-7 pm. Call 303-830-0358. TUESDAYS: Workaholics Anonymous, 5:45 pm, Capitol Heights Presbyterian, 11th & Fillmore. No fees. Call 720-565-9799. • Meetings of Marijuana Anonymous, numerous meeting places and times throughout the Denver area. Please call 303-6077516 for locations and times. • Weekly meetings of Moderation Management, for problem (vs. chronic) drinkers who want to reduce their intake of alcohol, 6:30-8 pm at First Unitarian Church, 14th & Lafayette. Call 303-921-5125.

• Green Light AA, 7 pm in the Common Room at St. John’s Cathedral, 1350 Washington. Call 303-831-7115. • Joy AL-ANON, 8 pm in the Roberts building, Room 103 at St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral, 1350 Washington. Call 303-8317115. WEDNESDAYS: Weekly Support Group for the local chapter of

HEAL (Health Education AIDS Liaison), 7:30 pm. Call Marty at 303-355-0788. THURSDAYS: Home for the Heart AL-ANON, 7 pm, Trinity United Methodist Church, 1820 Grant (lower level), 7 pm. Call 303-321-8895. SATURDAYS: Alcoholics Anonymous Newcomers Group, 8:45 am, 1311 York, 3rd floor. No smoking, free. Call 720-495-4949.’

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ANDY GOESSLING (of Railroad Earth) feat. members of Trout Steak Revival Fri 05.06 $21 advance

THE WESTERN FLYERS feat. Katie Glassman, Joey McKenzie and Gavin Kelso Sat 05.07 $20 advance

DANIEL HO, JULIA NUNES + MILK BLOSSOMS Fri 05.13 7pm $29 advance James Hill, Daniel Ho, Del Rey, Julia Nunes, Paul Hemmings, Milk Blossoms, and Book ‘Em Danno.

JAMES HILL, DEL REY + PAUL HEMMINGS Sat 05.14 $29 advance

Thu May 12

Ziggy Marley Live! Jun 8 case/lang/veirs Jul 10 Guster Jul 15 Marc Cohn feat special guests The Blind Boys of Alabama

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José González w/special guest Paper Bird

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Steep Canyon Rangers + Trout Steak Revival

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BEETHOVEN AND BREWS. When Beethoven is involved, even beer drinking can be a cultural experience. The Colorado Symphony is pairing with the Denver Beer Company for an unusual and fun event. A small ensemble from the Colorado Symphony will perform while you taste beers from some of your favorite Colorado breweries. This fundraising event will also feature light bites and a souvenir glass. 1695 Platte, May 5, 6:30-8:30 pm,$40/$45. 303-292-5566; tickets.coloradosymphony.org/single/event

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By Linda Katchen, Ph. D. May is a wonderful month. It brings spring flowers and promises of summer adventures. Some students will be saying goodbye to schools, friends and teachers for the last time as they move on to their next level of education and careers. Graduating seniors are hopeful as they pursue dreams for their futures. Teachers, too, are making plans that often include classes and workshops that help them get better at their jobs. Summer allows students and teachers to recharge their batteries, get some extra rest and just have fun! Parents at Bromwell, 2500 E. 4th Ave, are encouraged to turn in their parent surveys by May 13. They provide important feedback and are a component of the School Performance Framework of the DPS School ranking system. In September Bromwell received “Distinguished” which is the highest rating. Parent survey results count for a percentage of the total ranking score. Points are based on how parents evaluate the school and also the number of surveys that are returned. It is important for parents to have their voices heard. The 3rd Grade Red Carpet Premier of “The Crooked Story Book Tales with a Twist” will be held at the SIE Film Center, 2510 E. Colfax, on Thurs., May 9 from 7-8 pm. Proceeds from ticket sales will go to Bromwell. The Science Fair for Grades 4 & 5 will be held on May 13. On Wed., May 25, the Scholastic BOGO Book Fair will be in the school lobby. This is a wonderful opportunity to get books to fill lazy summer hours with some enlightening reading materials. There are several opportunities for volunteering at Bromwell. Individuals, corporations and foundations are encouraged to share their time and resources with the school. There are vacancies that need to be filled. To find out more, go to: bromwell. dpsk12.org/support-bromwell/ volunteer-opportunities. Teller, 1150 Garfield St., will have a “fun-raiser” at the Kitchen Next Door, 658 S. Colo-

rado Blvd., on Mon., May 9 from 5-9 pm. Make sure to tell your server that you are supporting Bromwell. The Spring Concert will be Thurs., May 5 at 5:30 pm. From Mon.-Thurs., May 23-26, Teller will host an Scholastic BOGO Book Fair. There will be great books for summer reading and enjoyment! Field Day is Thurs., May 26 and the Teller Talent Show is Fri., June 3. Mark your calendars for the 13th Annual Tellerpalooza fundraising event on May 21 at the Bluebird Theater. This family-friendly, all ages concert will feature Teller’s amazing bands and choir performing along with some of the best local bands Denver has to offer. As always, the public is welcome. Keep checking teller.dpsk12.org or tellerpalooza.com for additional information. Tickets will be sold soon, but the bands are lined up! The bands scheduled are Dressy Bessy, Flaural, Hangman’s Hymnal, Pink Hawks, and Shady Elders. Be sure you save the date for May 21 for Teller’s rock-concert fundraiser taking place right in our neighborhood! For tickets and more information, go to: https://www.facebook.com/ events/513971162139354 Teller Backpack Program is looking for a parent volunteers for NEXT year. Dona, who has been the main source of marketing and fundraising throughout the Congress Park neighborhood, is looking to retire this year from the Backpack Program. Teller will eventually need someone to take over as the lead director. This program provides resources for students and families in need. For more information contact Teller at 720-424-3560. Effective Fri., Apr. 15, negative lunch balances will no longer be allowed on student lunch accounts. Until this point, students have been allowed to purchase lunches on a good-faith basis when they’ve run out of money, which has amassed significant negative balances on lunch accounts. According to district policy, students must have enough money in their lunch account to cover their meal; otherwise, they’ll be served an alternative lunch.

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By Denny Taylor Friends of Morey PTO recently announced their 1st annual Spring Market! This event will take place on May 15th from 9 am-3 pm on the blacktop along 13th behind Morey Middle School at 840 E. 14th. The market features delicious eats, sweet treats, garden plants, flea market goodies, individual yard sale

stalls and local small business vendors selling an assortment of specialized items. The PTO’s goal is to raise funds to help support Morey Middle School and at the same time build awareness in the community about what a great school Morey really is. All proceeds will benefit the school and the programs the PTO supports. Come get your shop on!

23 At Dora Moore, 846 Corona, the Fifth Grade visited Balarat Outdoor Education Center in March. They had a great time hiking, shooting archery, and participating in team building activities. The "Night Hike" was by far the most popular activity with much anticipation leading up to it. Great memories were made by all and their classroom community grew even stronger! Several gifted and talented students represented Dora Moore at the annual Denver Public School Shakespeare Festival on Friday, April 29. This is the largest student-centered Shakespeare performance in the United States and the event began with a parade starting on the 16th Street Mall and ending at The Performing Arts Complex downtown. Students were very excited and had been rehearsing and honing their theater skills. Double, double, toil and trouble, hope you saw us shine like bubbles! Good Shepherd Catholic School, 620 Elizabeth, has volunteer opportunities for community members. If interested, check with the school at 303-321-6231. There will be no school for students on Fri., May 6 for Teacher Professional Development and there is early dismissal for students on Fri., May 27 and Thurs., June 2, the last day of school. Still sitting on a wait list or not satisfied with your child's middle school placement? St Elizabeth's K-8 School, 2350 Gaylord, has limited openings in Middle School for 2016. This intentionally inclusive community is an academically rich and supportive environment for 6th-8th graders to grow in responsibility, confidence and maturity. Dedicated teachers ensure safety and accountability. Graduates will be prepared to enter the most challenging high schools in Denver: independent, charter, or public. Sliding scale tuition makes this great education an option for everyone. Come see our program in action! Call 303-322-4209 or visit www. stelizabethsdenver.org to schedule a tour today! At Morey, 840 E. 14th Ave., the 7th grade National Junior Honor Society students will visit The Gabriel Foundation Bird Rescue Sanctuary on May 3. They will see how the foundation makes a

difference by doing community service. The students are asking for your support for donations of home goods, food for the birds, or gift cards. For a full list of items Morey is collecting contact the school 720-424-0700. Ask your friends, neighbors, and family to support us too! Simply send the items with your student to school where they will be collected and delivered to the Elizabeth, CO location when they volunteer there. There has been a Band/ Orchestra Concert and Art Show date change from Thurs., May 26 to Thurs. May 12. The art show is from 5-6 pm. and the Band /Orchestra concert is from 6-7 pm. See you on May 12 for the final shows. Julia Jenulis, along with seven other students at Morey were nominated for outstanding achievement during the 2015-16 school year. Julia Jenulis was selected to receive a National Junior Honor Society Outstanding Achievement Award for 2016. Julia will receive a $500 college savings account. Congratulations Julia! For the next six months, shoppers who bring reusable bags to the Whole Foods on 11th & Emerson can donate a 5-cent per bag credit to Morey. It adds up quick! Go Mustangs! East, 1600 City Park Esplanade, has many special events in May. The East Spring Band Concert is Wed., May 4 from 7-8:30 pm in the auditorium and admission is free. The three instrumental jazz groups will perform. East Concert Band, Intermediate Band, Beginning Band, the String Orchestra, and Instrumental Ensemble will perform for free on Thurs., May 5 at 6:15. On Thurs., May 12 at 7 pm. the East Choir will have their Spring Concert at 7 pm at the Central Presbyterian Church. Admission is $8. Enjoy the Sounds of the East vocal department. On Tues., May 17 from 6-8 pm bring a picnic dinner and enjoy performances by the East Angelaires and Jazz Combo on the South Lawn. The East Dance Co. Spring Showcase will be on Fri., May 19 & Sat., May 20 from 7-9 pm in the auditorium. The cost is $7 for students and $10 for adults. East High School was selected to host the National Individual Events Tournament of Champions, a prestigious nation-

FREE ICE CREAM SOCIAL IN CITY PARK By Denny Taylor Melissa Davis, Event Coordinator for the City Park Alliance has informed LIFE that, "City Park Alliance and City Council District 9 is hosting an old fashioned City Park Ice Cream Social on Thurs., June 2 at the City Park Pavilion from 6pm-9pm.” Their generous sponsors, the Denver Zoo and Denver Museum of Nature & Science, are making this fun, free event possible. It’s open to all ages, and participants can take a step back in time and enjoy a cool treat. Old Fashioned costumes are encouraged and will be m’habille de jour. The event

boasts free ice cream, a bubble machine, face painting stations, and tricks offered by a magician and other street performers. A grand finale features music from the Denver Municipal Band, the oldest professional concert band in the United States. Councilman Albus Brooks will also be on hand to update the crowd on the latest happenings at City Council. Come out and enjoy the festivities and a sweet treat at one of Denver’s oldest and finest parks. For more information, visit www.cityparkalliance.org/icecreamsocial

Kris contemplates the purchase of Cilantro for an herb garden at Whole Foods in Cherry Creek. But keep it indoors until after Mother’s Day is the rule for Denver. PHOTO BY JEFF HERSCH al competition for speech and dramatic oratory from Fri.-Sun., May 13-15. There are 650-registered student competitors and 200 judges and coaches who are competing in this event from all over the nation. Please contact East at 720-423-8300 for more information and dates/time that the public can view final round performances. The East High School Arts Walk, Thurs., May 19 from 5:30-7 pm., is a free event designed to bring together students and the community in a celebration of visual and performing arts. The event will be held at eleven locations along East Colfax Ave. including East High School. The evening of the event, eleven venues will offer a variety of two-and three-dimensional visual art and student performances. The stops on the East Arts Walk are all free and open to the public. Also the community will have a chance to tour East High School including the historic library and Clock Tower museum from 5:45-7:05 pm.

Congratulations to the East JROTC program which received the “Honor Unit with Distinction” Award during the JROTC Program of Accreditation (Certifies the Significance of all JROTC Programs in the Nation) on March 16. The East JROTC program and nine other DPS programs were accredited based on key areas including: A Continuous Improvement Program, Service Learning Opportunities, formation in uniform, and individual cadet interview process. It has been 35 years since the East JROTC last received this award. WOW! Congratulations to the East Angel Packs program who received a one-time donation of $4,000 from 9 News for the purchase of additional food for students and families in need. The East Angel Packs program provides food bags once a week to students on Fridays and a once a month food pantry on Saturdays for families. 9 News heard about the Angel Packs Program through the Food Bank of the Rockies, a

partner of the 9Cares Colorado Shares Food Drive. Congratulations to our AngelBotics team! They earned their first trip to the FIRST Robotics World Championship by placing second in the Colorado Regionals held on Sat., Mar. 26 at the DU-Magnus Hockey Arena. They achieved #3 seed out of the 48 teams at the event that included two days of qualifying rounds. This is the furthest the AngelBotics team has progressed since 2004. Congratulations to the East Spotlight team and their advisor, Mark Ajluni, for being selected for the “Best hope for student journalism” on Westword’s Best of Denver List 2016. August will come before you know it. So enjoy the last few days of this school year and celebrate your victories as you anticipate what is to come! See you next fall! Questions, comments or pictures: Contact Linda Katchen at: drschoolscoop@gmail.com !

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Every year, the Squire Lounge raises the bar a bit – no pun intended. The latest addition is Open Mic Night every Sunday evening starting at 9 pm. “It’s put on by Nic Jay and the Starlight Squires. We felt the neighborhood could use an open mic (venue) and it fit well into our bar model,” said Steven Alix, the Squire’s top guy. “The people that play are from a wide variety of musical backgrounds. It’s awesome to see impromptu jam bands forming on Sunday nights. It has turned into one of our most popular nights,” he said. Last year the bar at E. Colfax & Williams debuted an outdoor patio. Several months before that, a renovation of the interior uncovered some vintage murals on the east wall that were carefully restored. New bathrooms were also added. Not bad for a neighborhood bar that’s now in its 77th year. The bar’s number is 303-333-9106. Hours are 4 pm till 2 am weekdays & noon to 2 am weekends.

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used to host a single event.” The Artopia 2016 event held February 20th utilized City Hall plus the two new addresses for a massive event. Some users have casually called the new space South City Hall, but new spaces have not been given a formal name yet, Chase said. “The basement and street level are referred to as Motor City, and the second floor and rooftop patio (is) Peppermint Lounge in our media kit. Capacity is approximately 1000 between all levels, depending on set-up.” Every event has unique needs, which gives Chase more options to discuss when booking spaces. “I typically show the space as an alternate when I am already booked at City Hall, or if I feel the space would be the best fit for the particular needs of an event,” she said. It’s possible that venue owner, Regas Christou, might consider leasing the lower levels as a restaurant space. A kitchen is currently under construction. The number is 303-832-8628.

TEASE STUDIO The old location at 1070 Bannock in Golden Triangle was closed then reborn. Its new space at 3500 Walnut next to Tracks nightclub and the EXDO Events Center is already open for business. According to the company website, the new space is twice as large, has two different studios, features 14’ poles (yes, they teach pole dance classes) and much more. Some classes suggest you wear heals, but the goal is fitness and flexibility. The list includes hammocks, hoops and barre classes. There are a variety of pole classes for all fitness levels. Also lap dance and strip tease classes. Some are labeled ‘not for the faint of heart’ and all promise to boost cardio, flexibility, strength or other body goals. Call 303-898-0535 for details or check the class schedule at teasestudio.net. You can buy a Flirt Card good for 6 classes for $100. The studio also offers one-on-one training if you’re eager to progress through the levels fast and there’s even a co-ed pole class offered several times a week.

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IVIVVA The teens and ‘tweens workout gear spot at 313 Detroit is in the process of relocating to the Cherry Creek Shopping Center. Not sure when the transition will be complete, but this junior take on Lululemon gear and yoga attire has evidently caught on in Denver.

LIBRE TACOS Signage on the door indicates this is just a temporary closure. Evidently, it’s vacation time. A long vacation. That sign indicated the shop would reopen on April 18th but it did not. A post on the company’s Facebook page indicated this vacation started in July and should have ended April 3rd. The folks who operated Attivo Pizza from this space for years run the shop at 124 E. 9th. Calls to the published number indicate it’s been disconnected. How’s that for confusing?

PORCH LIGHT REAL ESTATE The CCN location at 250 Detroit has shuttered. Porch Light recently built a large office on Broadway and was eager to consolidate into that space. The CCN shop was located next to Sol Lingerie, which is relocating as well. Two adjoining closures made me wonder if this block is about to undergo another redevelopment push. So I checked in with the owner of Aviano Coffee next door. Doug Naiman said he’s planted deep roots on Detroit and will not be moving anywhere for the foreseeable future. Yay, Doug!

NAMASTE AVEDA SALON The shop at 131 S. Broadway has closed and is in the process of moving to the vicinity of 13th & Speer. Currently, the stylists from Broadway are all working out of Namaste’s second location at 1021 E. 9th near Corona. 303777-5914 is still the number for appointments.

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MAY SMORGASBORD By D. Todd Clough I got caught on “LinkedIn” the other day. New ground for me. I don’t even remember signing up, but I kept getting email notices that others had endorsed me, so I finally checked it out. Two hours later I was still trapped. At first I was just trying to navigate my way through the site. Not an easy task when you are IT challenged like me. Then I got lost in previewing all of the photos of people I might know, then I became enamored with job titles. Many of them were lyrical or clever or exotic or hipper than hip or simply “puff puff ”. The fascinating thing for me is that the more elaborate ones although impressive sounding left me pondering what in the heck is their job. Here are some of my favorites accompanied by my editorial and full-blown cynical spin: • Senior Manager of Diversity. Holy crap! You mean to tell me that companies need to hire someone in order to do the right thing by hiring women, people of color and gay and transgendered people? It reminds me of churches who put out signs claiming that they are open and affirming. Which is code for we like gay people to come here for church. It befuddles the heck out of me that a church has to make this distinction – shouldn’t all churches that profess to the teachings of Jesus be open to all and closed to none. • Chief Public Engagement Strategist. Does this mean that they listen to their customers and then provide the service they are asking for? Isn’t this something that every businessperson should be doing on a regular basis? • Word Architect. In my best cheerleader voice – Give me a W an R an I a T an E an R – what does that spell? • Chief Learning Designer. Usually this position is held by a teacher who was in the classroom for one-year in their early 20’s and is now a consultant sharing all of their wisdom. • Director of Sustainability. If you are breathing you are sustaining right? I don’t think I need a director for that. • Vice President of Capacity Building. Getting the most out of yourself, fellow teammates and capitalizing on every opportunity that you can. I tend to think that is what we should all be doing in our jobs and doing so without a title.

• Director of Stakeholder Engagement. See Chief Public Engagement Strategist. • Civic Entrepreneur. Not even I can think of a way to make of fun of this one. Here are some job titles that I would like to see: • Director of Good Karma and Barista. The employee who opens doors for everyone and delivers coffee every morning. • Incubation Mediator. This is the office where everyone goes to shoot the sh _ _. • Best Practices Czar: This is the person who spends 90% of their job attending conferences around the world and the remaining 10% telling everyone else in the company how to do their jobs. • Hurt Feelings Coordinator. When you need someone to whine to this person will listen with great compassion and sympathy and they will let you pet their cat. • Infrastructure Engineer & Sustainability Facilitator. AKA Janitor. Funny is timeless. A point well proven by a gift I recently received from a dear friend – ESAR'S Comic Dictionary, written by Evan Esar in 1943. Here are some of my favorite excerpts from this timeless beauty, 1s are Oscar's definition, and 2s are mine: • agnostic. 1. A learned man who doesn’t pretend to know what ignorant men are sure of. 2. One who says he knows nothing about God and, when you agree with him becomes angry. • alcohol. 1. The stuff that makes the world go around. 2. A liquid for preserving almost anything but secrets. • alibi. 1. The legal proof that a person wasn’t where he was, and therefore couldn’t do what he did. 2. Much harder to pull off these days in our era of social media. • beard. 1. It doesn’t grow on a woman's chin because her tongue would never let her chin be motionless long enough to shave it. 2. Escar didn’t know the meaning of political correctness – beard, a requirement of a Lumber Sexual. • bigamist. 1. A man who doesn’t know when he’s got enough. 2. One who makes the same mistake twice. • bad check. 1. The only crime greater than writing a bad poem is writing a bad check. 2. No, writing a bad poem is way worse than writing a bad check.

• complexion. 1. Women get wrinkles in their complexions by worrying about their complexions. 2. Trying to decipher a complete sentence uttered in the British TV series Downton Abbey. • Congress. 1. A national body that allows for a great deal of breakage when it makes laws. 2. When Congress takes a vacation it doesn’t do anything then either. • depth. 1. Height turned upside down. 2. Something I demonstrated after reading “Eat, Pray, Love.” • gremlin. 1. An elf-made man. 2. The greatest car ever made. Oh how I wish I had one.

• grass. The pedestrian who allows the grass to grow under his feet soon finds it growing over his head. 2. The largest cash crop in the state of Colorado. • grasshopper. 1. A cockroach that chews tobacco and camps out. 2. The most popular drink at Elway’s for Cougars wearing leopard print pants. • law. 1. A system that protects everybody who can afford to hire a good lawyer. 2. Ditto – an example of a system that hasn’t changed much in 73 years. • liar. 1. A person who should have a good memory. 2. See

all politicians. • platonic love. 1. It’s no play for the man and no tonic for the woman. 2. Not available on Tinder. • sex. 1. Religion has done sex a great service by making it a sin. 2. Available on Tinder. • weak. 1. A man is never so weak as when a pretty girl is telling him how strong he is. 2. See the Denver Nuggets and the Colorado Rockies. • zoo. 1. A place where people go but where wild animals are barred. 2. A place in Denver that paid its CEO over $700,000 two years ago. Stay Tuned – more of my new fave Evan Esar in future columns.

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By Keith Lewis In the 1950s and 60s, U.S. Route 40 along Colfax was the major highway crossing Colorado and was known as the “Gateway to the Rockies.” During this era, both sides of the street were filled with hotels, motels, diners, and other merchants hoping to attract tourists passing through on their vacation in the family station wagon. This era was the heyday of the family road trip. Whether the travelers were just passing through on a cross-country trek or heading to a winter ski vacation in the mountains, there was plenty of lodging, dining, and merchandising along their route in Denver. The motel and restaurant owners erected impressive and high quality neon signs to compete with each other for the patronage of the passing motorists. Bright neon signs marked Pete’s Kitchen on East Colfax, the Aristocrat Hotel, the Big Bunny Motel, the Bluebird Theater, and so many more landmarks along Colfax. Now, Colfax’s famous neon signs are in danger due to a combination of developers razing lots for new projects and also simply the economics of repairing broken signs. However, many Denver residents are not so ready to see the historic signs vanish, and they are taking action. In 1997, the nonprofit Colorado Preservation, Inc. created the Endangered Places Program (EPP) to highlight certain historic landmarks around Denver in order to raise awareness about their past and the stories they tell. Several neon signs on Colfax made the list of endangered sites in 2014, with Colorado Preservation releasing a Top 11 Endangered Signs List, including the Satire Lounge, Pete’s Kitchen, and the Royal Palace Motel, among others. In total, 35 neon signs made the endangered list. To raise additional awareness, the Endangered Places Program is now selling commemorative necklaces, which show a small depiction of various Colfax neon signs from yesteryear. The

necklaces sell for $37, and proceeds go to the EPP. The Endangered Places Program seeks to tell the stories behind the historic and often now neglected sites listed. “EPP is more than a list of threatened sites,” says Jennifer Orrigo Charles. “Through our listed sites, the program highlights the stories of people, communities, and potential areas for future economic development,” notes Charles. Another local group, Save Our Signs, works with the city councils in Aurora, Denver, and Lakewood to legislate incentives to preserve the signs. Save Our Signs also finds locations where signs can be displayed after redevelopment of the original property on which the sign once stood. “Our main goal is to save the existing signs on Colfax, but if that’s not possible our next goal is to find a public place to display the signs,” says Corky Scholl, of Save Our Signs. Scholl notes that one potential location for the signs could be in the Stanley Marketplace development near Stapleton, which Scholl is working hard to finalize with the owners. One national organization, The Society of Commercial Architecture, recently placed Colfax’s famous neon signs on its 2016 “Falling By The Wayside” list of endangered historic landmarks across America. Although Colfax redevelopment may be great for the fast-growing area, many locals hope that Denver, Lakewood, and Aurora will develop wisely while preserving the unique character of Colfax and its historic neon signs in the process. For more information, to get involved, or to purchase a commemorative necklace, please contact Jennifer Orrigo Charles of Colorado Preservation, Inc. at jorrigocharles@coloradopreservation.org. Also, contact your city councilperson to voice your support for the Colfax neon signs preservation initiatives.

DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS PHASE FOUR EXPANSION MEETING By Denny Taylor Denver Botanic Gardens (DBG), North America's most visited public gardens, will be hosting a meeting to review the proposed "Center for Science, Arts & Education" (CFAE) building to be built on the North East corner of the York street site. The plan calls for this new edifice to house classrooms, laboratories, exhibit space, a library with a rare books room and an auditorium. The (CFAE) marks the final step in the four-phase Master Development Plan at DBG. Phases one, two and three have been com-

pleted raising nearly $65 million since 2007. The purpose of the meeting is to share current plans and to seek input. The meeting will be held on May 11th, at 5:30 pm in Gates Hall and is open to all neighbors. As this will be a significant change in the DBG physical footprint and facility use – it is important for neighbors to understand the proposal – and to express any concerns. LIFE will attend the meeting and follow up with an in-depth story on the proposed (CFAE) in the June issue.

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ARCHITECTURE PRESERVATION THINKING EMBRACES PHOTOS & COPY ENTIRE COMMUNITY by David Lynn Wise AIA Thanks to a reader of Life on Capitol Hill, I received a very cordial email encouraging me to attend the last session of “re: Denver” hosted by Historic Denver, Inc. The topic was how to foster neighborhood preservation and not simply the preservation of landmark buildings. They presented their ‘Principles for and Enduring City’. A diverse and knowledgeable panel of local developers, preservationists, architects and urban designers weighed in on the visible effects of the current boom of infill residential projects and development pressure in general. They went well beyond my sometimes-superficial concern for the aesthetics of the situation with a critique of the disengagement of some of the new housing prototypes. The ‘slot house’, to me a new term, was singled out as particularly unwelcome as an occurring building type. I was dismayed to learn that these type houses sometimes have no front door. Yes, that’s right, no front door. One actually enters the units through the garage according to the slide show presented that evening. I would have assumed that layout would violate some sort of building code. It certainly violates common sense. In response to the flood of immigrants into New York City, developers built tenement housing where bedrooms had no windows and packed in families like sardines. The point is that no matter how poor the quality of certain types of housing, someone will end up living in it when there is a shortage, so the necessity of regulation at some level to set a healthy community standard and to prevent these essentially inhumane and community damaging trends to flourish is clear. Historic Denver had written a concise useful checklist of qualities to be valued in development within established and historic neighborhoods. They had a somber, but at the same time insightful panel discussion and asked for added items. The fact that this group, some of them distinguished veterans of the battle for a great city, had to restate basic principles of good community planning after decades of such discussions in Denver highlighted how short collective memory can be and how vital it is to keep the conversation going. I had to leave before the discussion ended, but I wrote down a few more things that I feel threaten established neighborhoods. I followed those with several more things that downgrade the quality of development in most parts of the city. Eventually, the list went on and on and I will cite but a few key points. Restrict assemblages – no more

inconsistently sized lots. Treat the individual lot as the building block of a stable community. Preserve alleys – no more vacated alleys. Healthy cities need alleys. When an alley disappears the system is obstructed and service elements and capacities get transferred elsewhere as a disruptive influence. Elimination of alleys simply gives away extremely valuable land to a private interest. Preserve neighborhood churches and school buildings – no more conversion to residential use. The disappearance of churches and other religious buildings from the fabric of our neighborhoods turns the lights out on an important complement to our daily lives. This has to do with providing a full spectrum of uses in a thriving community and not with religion per se. The conversion of these places to something introverted and private is a net loss to the surroundings as a whole. Integrate housing and neighbor-

design competition to develop new paradigm to replace the slot house concept. Consolidate parking – covered parking is overrated. Most of us on Capitol Hill park outdoors and use our garages for storage. The obsession with parking right at the front door of a residence or a shop has to be countered with a new set of expectations. Over time we could create a new institution around community parking reservoirs that make us walk a bit and free up on street parking for those who aren’t able to walk as far. I am all for convenient on street parking, but that should not mean all housing units need two on-site parking spaces. Those who have a car collection and want to have multiple spaces could also have some of those spaces in a community-parking reservoir. In some older pre auto-

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M U SIC BOTANIC GARDENS IN MUSICAL BLOOM By Peter Jones Without a doubt, the coolest concert venue on Capitol Hill is Denver Botanic Gardens. Where else can you enjoy an unpredictably eclectic music schedule on a blanket amongst the greatest hits of plant life while imbibing on your own bottle of wine? If you have never quite gotten around to this ritual of central Denver summers, this might be a good year to measure that lawn chair. (Yes, organizers are quite strict in their enforcement of chair height restrictions. That’s why you’ll find me sloped on a simple pillow and blanket near one of those gutter-like sidewalks or sidewalk-like gutters.) For a number of years, Swallow Hill has skillfully produced the series, proving the organization’s expertise runs far beyond its acoustic reputation. Even so, there is a sort of roots feel or cultural undercurrent to much of the schedule, mixing fun with integrity. Indeed, it is often easier to predict what you won’t hear at the Gardens than what you will hear. This year’s first international trip is to Jamaica June 8 when Grammy-winning Ziggy Marley continues the family tradition. The 47-year-old son of reggae legend Bob has done as much as

anyone to keep the island’s music relevant to younger generations, while sometimes going a little too pop for reggae purists in the room. The younger Marley has also carried on this father’s political mantle as a United Nations goodwill ambassador. Oddly enough, the only Gardens concert in June is followed by the next one more than a month later. On July 10, K.D. Lang fronts a new trio with her friends, alternative country’s Neko Case and singer-songwriter Laura Veirs. The three artists collaborated on 14 songs for their new album, sharing the kind of harmonies we haven’t heard since Emmylou Harris, Dolly Parton and Linda Ronstadt formed their own vocal supergroup in the 1980s. Guster is next on July 15. The band’s vocal art and newer chamber melodies exemplify the irony, if not oxymoronic contradiction, in the term “alternative pop,” which in Guster’s case shows the influence of the Beatles and the Beach Boys, among others. Perhaps the band’s most creative effort was the second online version of its Keep it Together album, for which the vocals were replaced by apparent cat meows in an effort to fend off illegal file sharing. Marc (“Walking in Memphis”)

Keb’ Mo’ plays Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St., on Aug. 9. PHOTO COURTESY OF DENVER BOTANIC GARDENs Cohn returns to the Gardens July 22 – and it is not the first time the singer-songwriter has played the venue since luckily surviving a gunshot wound to the head in Denver 11 years ago shortly after playing there. The Grammy-winning blueeyed soul singer will be joined by special guests, the Blind Boys of Alabama, the latest incarnation of the gospel combo founded at Talladega Institute for the Deaf and Blind in Alabama in 1948. Since then, the vocal group has collaborated with the likes of Peter Gabriel, Willie Nelson and Ben Harper, among others. Jose Gonzalez is next on July 25. Born in Sweden of all places

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to Argentinian parents. Gonzalez is more acoustic indie pop than anything that might be implied by his given name and the Gardens’ cultural reputation. His music exhibits influence in everything from Joy Division to Paul Simon. Opening that evening will be Denver’s own indie folk band Paper Bird. After being introduced to the Gardens audience by Steve Martin as his backup band a few years ago, the Steep Canyon Rangers return to the Gardens [for the second time without Martin] on July 27. The progressive bluegrass band, which has had its own built-in audience for years, will be joined by Colorado’s own progressive bluegrass band Trout Steak Revival. Up next on Aug. 1 is soulful folkie Martin Sexton. Although white and acoustic, Sexton often recalls the likes of Otis Redding or Al Green. Bruce Hornsby and the Noisemakers return to the Gardens Aug. 8. This noise-making band can be less predictable than Hornsby’s hit-making predecessor, the Range. Lest we forget Hornsby jammed regularly with the Grateful Dead, and the newer band is closer to the artist’s interest in bluegrass, jazz and jam than his earlier history in MTV videos. Still, with a freeform set list, you never can tell and probably should not try. Next, Keb’ Mo’ brings the original country blues to the Gardens Aug. 9. The artist formerly known as the seemingly less street smart Kevin Moore was among the generation of young black musicians who spent the 1990s reclaiming the genre from white Brits, reminding audiences that blues was fundamentally black acoustic folk music before post-war blues men moved north to cities like Chicago, plugging it in for club audiences.

That won’t be a problem in the Gardens. From the whoa-they-still-exist! file comes UB40, which plays the grass Aug. 10. Formed in Birmingham, England in 1978 at the height of that nation’s ska-punk honeymoon, UB40, named for the British unemployment form, was known for inflicting older pop material with reggae beats – Neil Diamond’s “Red Red Wine” remains the most ubiquitous example. At least three originals remain in the current group, including lead singer Astro. George Benson, who is next Aug. 31, has recorded his own share of distinctive covers too, with a funked up version of the Drifters’ “On Broadway” being the best one. Mostly known as a jazz guitarist-vocalist, Benson helped bring the genre into the mainstream in a way that was inoffensive to jazz fans [if not jazz purists]. His version of Leon Russell’s “This Masquerade” was the first song ever to top the jazz, R&B and pop charts. Another surprise from the aforementioned still-exists file is Colin Hay, who closes out the season Sept. 1. As lead singer and writer for Australia’s Men at Work, Hay was responsible for a few of the catchiest hits of the early ‘80s, including “Down Under,” the song that put the nation-continent on the map for those who had never bothered with AC/DC or the Bee Gees. Opening the show will be California’s Milk Carton Kids, a folkish harmony-laden duo with more than a slight debt to the Everly Brothers and Simon and Garfunkel. Enjoy the Gardens! For tickets and more information, visit concerts.botanicgardens.org or call 303-777-1003. Contact Peter Jones at pjones@ lifeoncaphill.com.

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of her brother at the Colorado School of Mines as a result of plain old good luck. “Both of them had been in the Navy, and their girlfriends got married, so their hearts were hurting,” she explains. “They were hard up for dates.” A year later she was walking down the aisle with that date at – yes, she remembers – the old St. John the Evangelist church at East Fifth Avenue and Josephine Street in her older sister’s wedding dress. (The same building today is part of a multi-million dollar condominium project where tiled fountains and lavish landscaping replaced the old churchyard.) Bob Magnie died in 1997. As the Magnie children came along, starting in 1948, the family house-hopped in Congress Park to keep up, first at 1100 St. Paul St., from 1951 to 1958; then 910 Milwaukee St. until 1962; and, finally, 945 Detroit St. Former Denver City Councilman Ed Thomas, 67, a Denver

once a year.” Photo & Copy by Julie Hutchinson At its peak, she recalls, “The Family photos fill the two-sto900 block of Detroit Street was ry house in the 900 block of home to 40 kids. Detroit Street that Gerry Magnie And nobody ever walked any of has called home since 1962. our dogs. There were no leashes. The photos tell the story of There were dogs and kids running a family with deep Denver roots around everywhere.” that eventually counted eight Born to a Nebraska farming children by the mid-1960s, and family in 1927, she moved to grew and grew and grew to Denver in 1930 in the heart of include the dozens of smiling the Great Depression. She rememfaces gathered in the most recent bers tramps coming to the back family-reunion photo on a shelf door of her mother’s boarding in the dining room. house at 950 Logan St. – and “And there are 15 missing that her mother never said no from that!” revealed Mrs. Magnie. In the 50s & 60s, Gerry Magnie recalls that children lived in almost every when they asked for a meal. In total, she counts eight house, kids all walked to school, laundry hung on backyard clotheslines, In typical self-deprecating huchildren of her own, 17 grandthe Congress Park swimming pool was unheated and kids’ birthday parties mor, Mrs. Magnie insists she met children and 10 (and counting) continued on page 31 didn’t have themes. her future husband, Bob, a friend great grandchildren. The extended clan includes dozens of cousins and even double cousins from old Denver families with names like Abegg, Mahoney, McGill, McNamee, O’Grady and Tiehen. Mrs. Magnie presides over this clan as a perennially cheerful, humble, all-accepting matriarch, and she’s looking forward to celebrating her 89th birthday this month. Through it all, she has weathered with grace the ups and downs of rearing a family whose experiences have mirrored the social upheavals of American society. But with her sparkling earrings, black jeans, red turtleneck and sleek silver hair, Mrs. Magnie is not exactly what you would call grandmotherly. She’s even Leopold Brothers • Dry Dock • Blue Moon • Inﬁnite Monkey Theorem been known to bypass the comfortable seating at a wedding to dance the Macarena instead. More than 80 of her years have been spent in the heart of Capitol Hill. And although she would be the last to tell you because she is ruthlessly nonjudgmental, her Catholic faith anchors her life. Asked what she thought might be the secret to 89 good CC HH EE CC KK years, she stops to ponder. Mon-Thur 8 am - 11 pm • Fri & Sat 8 am - 11:45 pm • Sunday 10 am - 10 pm www.argonautliqu www.argonautliq “I have a neighbor who is 103, &&sign signup upfor fore-gr e-g and he said ‘Be kind and have CC HH EE CC KK Family-owned OO UU TT For Over 45 Years for friends.’ I thought … 103? You’ve formore morespecials special www.argonautliquor.com www.argonautliquor.com got it.” &&sign signup upfor fore-grapevine e-grapevine Her memories of the neighfor formore morespecials specials borhood span the decades, with dates, addresses, names and events recalled without effort and usually with a chuckle. In the 1950s and 1960s, children lived in almost every house. We WeDeliver! Deliver! Kids walked to school, laundry ▲▲OVER OVER5000 5000WINE WIN We WeDeliver! Deliver! hung on backyard clotheslines, ▲▲MANY ▲OVER Royal Crest Dairy delivered ▲to MANYHARD HARDTO TO OVER5000 5000WINES WINES every front porch, the Congress ▲▲MANY ▲▲GREAT MANYHARD HARDTO TOFIND FINDWINES WINES GREA GREA IMPORT GREAT IMPORT& Park swimming pool was unheat▲▲GREAT GREA IMPORT & MICROBREW GREA GREAT IMPORT & MICROBREW SELECTION SELECTION ed and kids’ birthday parties SELECTION SELECTION didn’t have themes. ▲▲DISCOUNT DISCOUNTPRIC PRIC “The Piggly Wiggly [now▲▲the DISCOUNT DISCOUNTPRICES PRICES ▲▲FAMILY MIL MILY FAMILY MIL OWNED MILY OWNED 12th Avenue Market between ▲▲FAMILY MIL MILY FAMILY MIL OWNED MILY OWNEDSINCE SINCE1967 1967 Elizabeth & Clayton] made its Shop Shoponline: online:ww ww own ground beef ,” she said. Shop Shoponline: online:www.argonautliquor.com www.argonautliquor.com “Three pounds for a dollar. That WE WEWELCOME WELCOME JUST JUSTBLOCKS BLOCKSEAST EASTOF OFTHE THESTATE STATECAPITOL CAPITOL WEWELCOME WELCOME was amazing. Nobody had any WE HOURS: HOURS: PLENTY PLENTYOF OFFREE FREEAND ANDEASY EASYPARKING PARKING money – we just didn’t expect 10 10AM AM- -88PM PMSUNDAY SUNDAY Vintages VintagesSubject SubjectTo ToChange Change things. You’d go out to dinner 88AM AM- -10 10PM PMMON.-WED. MON.-WED.

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30 ST. PAUL’S Continued from 2 building to maintain and a minimal staff, with a minister, music directors, and a custodian.” With the ongoing demise in attendance, Rooks noted that the conversation had been on the forefront of people's minds for several years. “It's hard. And it’s a decision (the closing) not anyone wanted to make, but it was a faith-filled decision by the members. We have no plans to sell the building and our current tenants will stay. The hardest part is that the community is separating and will find other churches to attend. Those parishioners who have been here for years won't be together anymore. It's a change in relationships and everyone seems to be grieving just knowing change is coming,” said Rooks. For a congregation whose early beliefs supported slavery, today the church has operated for decades with the motto, “We are a friendly and welcoming church.” In 1984, it was the third congregation in the United States to become a Reconciling Congregation and among the first churches in Denver to embrace the gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, transgender community. The church welcomed other religions and had discussions led by religious leaders from the Catholic and Jewish faiths and until recently supported a Buddhist-Christian/Inter-spiritual service. Acceptance for all has been the main theme for this congregation as social issues have changed and allowed people of all races, religions and sexual orientation to step out into the light and live their lives with choices and support. For music directors, Terri Jo and Jeff Jenkins, the church has been a haven. She is a vocalist and he is a pianist/organist. Both are well known among those in Denver's ever-growing group of jazz aficionados. “Our three years at this church have been rewarding on so many different levels. I was

so moved, first of all, by the diversity of the congregation and the unending acceptance of that diversity. The only thing that mattered at St. Paul's was love,” said Jeff, who acknowledges that many in the congregation who have been homeless or suffered from addiction, mental health issues or felt abandoned and alone, have found refuge at St. Paul. “As music directors, Terri Jo and I were met with an equal amount of acceptance. My penchant for “jazzing things up,” which might be off putting to a church atmosphere in many places, was encouraged and even championed here. It was a very free and supporting place to work. Often, I would play beyond my normal level; due to the love and inspiration I would feel just by being in the place. I'm just heartbroken this is all coming to an end,” he added. Terri Jo Jenkins echoes her husband's thoughts about the church's closing, and along with her husband and other church members, is concerned about what will become of those who have come to depend on the Sunday morning breakfast program that has been operating since 1986. “The hard and dedicated work that this small congregation put into feeding the homeless and those in need was astounding. Much of the time there just wasn't enough money taken in at an offering to support the breakfast program, so we would all donate supplies on many occasions. It was a good mission, but came up against much controversy from the surrounding neighborhood. Some of the St. Paul's neighbors were less than pleased with the line of guests in the parking lot waiting for a hot breakfast on Sunday mornings,” she said. Janie Haile, who has been a member of St. Paul since 1998, has been coming to the breakfast program for the past five years and is the program's manager. She too, shares the Jenkins' concern about how those in need will get along without the breakfast program once the church closes.

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In City Park, Kimberly emulates a “scary chicken” at the Party in the Park on April 24. PHOTO BY JEFF HERSCH Even as the church's financial resources have diminished making a full breakfast unavailable, St. Paul, with the helping hands of other United Methodist congregations have made it possible to serve coffee and donuts to the needy. Last summer, the program served about 300 guests, but more recently the number of guests has dwindled to between 100-125 guests. Haile said there are other places in the community where food is available around noon, but there are no warm and dry places for the homeless to go between when they are required to leave the shelters early in the morning and lunchtime. “ I know I've been able to make a difference in many lives as well as feeling blessed by the guests I've met. Last fall, we only served the last Sunday of the month and it didn't feel right to me. For me, I missed interacting with our guests while serving hot coffee (as many as 48 gallons), finding Band-Aids, towels, jackets and dry socks. And listening to

their stories. For me, there will be a large hole left when I have to shut down the program May 22,” said Haile who hopes to find another place that's willing to host a Sunday morning breakfast. As well as helping others, even going back to World Wars I & II, when the congregation joined the war effort on the home front, the congregation has stepped-up to help their own. John McDonald, a three-year member of St. Paul, who served as a trustee, on the leadership committee and conducted Shakespeare classes in the sanctuary for burgeoning actors, was a recipient of the congregation's benevolence when his apartment rent was raised by 40 percent and he was forced to move. “A call was put out that I needed help. Within an hour, twenty-five people showed-up to move me to a new place. That act of kindness was much appreciated,” said McDonald whose two daughters, in their 20s and 30s, told their father they felt accepted at St. Paul, “without any conditions.” And while the congregation is shrouded in sadness as the calendar moves towards the church's closure, there is discussion about another church congregation emerging at St. Paul in another year or so. The church, called Belong, now in the developmental stage, will target the needs of Millennials, Gen-Xers, the Uptown community and others who are looking for a non-traditional spiritual home in which to belong. Themes will include diversity, inclusiveness, art and justice. And while there are more ways to communicate than ever before

with an exhausting number of social media outlets, many people feel a lack of community and face-to-face relationships of which to be a part. “The leadership of Belong, will come from Jasper Peters, associate pastor at Trinity United Methodist Church,” said Rooks who added, “This is positive and hopeful.” In the meantime, the Rev. Paul Kotte, metro district superintendent of the Rocky Mountain Conference of the United Methodist Church and formerly the pastor at the now closed, Warren United Methodist Church at 14th & Gilpin said, “This is an opportunity to re-define organized religion which is sometimes considered rigid and dogmatic. Right now, St. Paul's is on ‘institutional hospice.’ The good news is, new life will come and that is the essence of the Christian story. There is life after death.” On another upbeat note, Hazel Miller and her 8-piece band that have had an annual presence at St. Paul's Christmas Eve service for the past 20 years, will have a benefit concert for St. Paul in the evening of Sunday, May 15. Time to be decided. While Miller is disappointed to know the church is closing, she hopes to gather as many musicians as possible to help put together a rousing celebration to honor St. Paul as a spiritual landmark that has contributed to the well being of the Denver community for 156 years. “We'll go out with a bang! There's no doubt about it,” exclaimed Miller whose enthusiastic “pipes” as a blues, jazz and gospel singer have made us smile and tap our toes for many years.

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COLFAX – PRESERVING CHARACTER, ENCOURAGING DEVELOPMENT By Councilman Wayne New, District 10 Over the past six months the six City Council members with Council districts on Colfax, i.e., CW Mary Beth Susman, Council President Chris Herndon, CM Albus Brooks, CM Wayne New, CM Paul Lopez, and CM Rafael Espinoza, have initiated a discussion and planning process to redevelop the 15 mile length of Colfax Avenue in conjunction with the implementation of the first segment of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) service. City departments, Colfax business improvement district leaders, developers, and other neighborhood and professional representatives have initially participated to define the process. The input and guidance from neighborhoods and businesses will be essential for the project’s future success. Our discussions to date have been energetic and positive with great interest in the future of Colfax. This planning process will address the entire Colfax length in Denver (Sheridan to Yosemite) as

MATRIARCH Continued from 29 native who grew up in Congress Park, has known Mrs. Magnie since the 1960s. (His wife’s brother is married to Mrs. Magnie’s oldest daughter.) Throughout his career in politics, Thomas said, Mrs. Magnie supported him and he came to know what she cared about. “She’s not ‘political’ as far as politics,” Thomas said. “But she is concerned with religion and world peace and things like that. She’s dedicated to that.” “I’m not religious, you know that,” Thomas continued, “but there are a couple of people that I would consider to be living saints … and one of them is Gerry Magnie.” A saint, in Thomas’ words, is a person who has “a kindness and a tolerance for different people that most people don’t have.” Being in the presence of Mrs. Magnie, according to Thomas, “is touching the hand of God. You find me somebody in Congress Park that would dispute that … I doubt you could.” Mrs. Magnie has volunteered for years in social-justice issues as well as the anti-nuclear movement of the 1980s. Ten years ago she held a peace march in the neighborhood that today is a neighborhood institution the second Saturday of every October. Every year a banner goes up on her front porch advertising the march with that year’s date

well as its three major segments (west of Broadway; Broadway to Colorado; and east of Colorado) that all have their own personality traits and development needs. The redevelopment project will be emphasizing the following key areas: • BRT Development • Affordable Housing • Existing Colfax Area Plans & Recent Urban Land Institute (ULI) / Rose Foundation West Colfax Study • Denver Urban Renewal Authority (DURA) & Tax Incre-

taped over the previous years. Bill Jaster, 63, operates the Capitol Hill-based Colorado Vincentian Volunteers and says Mrs. Magnie often shows up to help with various projects in the offices on Pearl Street. “She’s always up to that,” Jaster said. “She doesn’t hesitate.” But just because she’s a Macarena-dancing matriarch who holds an annual peace march doesn’t mean Mrs. Magnie is a shrinking violet. “She’s so progressive,” Jaster said. “It’s delightful to hear her get frustrated with some of the political things that are going on.” Jaster recalls Mrs. Magnie’s response in the 1980s when the Denver Catholic Archdiocese closed the neighborhood Catholic parish, St. Philomena’s; tore down the church in the 1400 block of Detroit Street and sold the school in the 900 block of Fillmore Street. The Magnie family had worshipped at the church since 1952. Many of their kids were baptized and confirmed there and all attended the church school. “Oh my gosh, she was so upset… and she let people know it,” Jaster said. “I would guess she’s not a person you’re going to know as a voice for the voiceless,” Jaster said. “But she would raise her voice in ways I’m sure the pastor heard from her in a strong way. She’s just done so many things and is such a significant person in the neighborhood.”

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