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Since 1910, Boettcher & Company, Inc. has provided outstanding investment opportunities for its clients. Jerry and Dennis are pleased to announce that as of March 1, David Whitham has joined them at Boettcher. Together they are experienced investment planning professionals who can assist you in discussing the wide range of products and services that Boettcher offers. To discuss your financial future call Jerry, Dennis or David at (303) 482-6464.
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BIKING ENTHUSIASM WHEELS INTO THE FORT The popularity of bicycling is on the rise-pleasure, racing, touring-take your pick but get on those wheels Southwestern flair of David Parker's Home
SPECIAL SECTION: INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS FOR THE 90'S What's hot for the home in the new decade
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WORLD VIEW- GERALD R. FORD The former president talks about world economics
HAIR DESIGN AND MAKEUP Phyllis Thode Karen Boschen Joyce Williams Lisa Nieberger Barb McCune PHOTOGRAPHY Lydia Dody John Forgach Jim Gallahue Andrew Kramer Fred Owen
CULTURE AND THE ARTS The summer scene in music, art , and entertainment
EVENTS CALENDAR ABOUT TOWN Entrepreneur of the Year, 11th Annual Kitchen Kaper, Silver Daze and Second Chance Prom
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DINING OUT- DINING WITH YOUR DARLINGS Nutritious and fun eating for the whole family
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Lydia's Style Magazine is a seasonal publication direct-mailed to homes and businesses in Colorado and southern Wyoming. Subscriptions are available for $9.95/year. Additional copies are mailed to medical facilities , clubs, banks, and professional offices. Publication schedule: Annual Business issue · May Spring issue • April Fall issue · August Summer issue- June Holiday issue- November For ad rates , subscription information, change of address or correspondence, contact: Lydia's Style Magazine 344 East Foothills Parkway, Suite 1E Fort Collins, Colorado 80525 (303) 226-6400
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MEET STYLE'S FASHION MODELS Debbie Gentry. Currently enjoying "Lady of Leisure" status, is interested in professional dancing, personalized weight training, and makes weekly trips to Aspen. Her "children" are cats Tuxedo , Cumberbunn , Portia, and Brutus. "Three cheers for Lydia whose talent continues to impress us through her growing magazine. It was a wonderful, windy experience!"
Nancy Piper. Owner of Piper's Grease Monkey, has three children, Rich, 31 , Rog , 29, and Susan, 23. She loves people, water sports, playing piano, entertaining,and decorating. "The merchants who provided the clothes, hairstyling and make-up were pleasant and made the experience enjoyable. It was special for me to model with my lovely daughter, Susan and to see my older son modeling again."
B.J. Wernimont. Advertising Manager Collins Cashway Home Center. Married to Floyd and mother of Natese age 11. B.J. loves to cook, play golf and ride horses. "Mod- L...-'""""- .,.;,..;;..n.._, eling was great fun! Everyone is very professional and enjoys what they do. We all had a lot of fun working together."
Susan Piper. Full-time office manager of Piper's Grease Monkey. Daughter of Nancy and Dean Piper, Susan loves snow and water skiing, tap dancing, modeling, volleyball, and boating. "I had a great time modeling for Lydia and Style. I feel flattered to be considered by Lydia and to be given the chance to work with such a fun group of people. Beats changing oil any day!"
Floyd Wernimont. Owner / Manager Collins Cashway Home Center. Married to B.J. and father of Mark, Denise, Deanna, Brian and Natese. His hobbies are golf and more golf. "I came away with a whole new outlook on modeling and all those involved. Everyone works hard behind the scene to make it all happen and look so good. All in all it was a fun experience."
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Rich Piper. Owner/Manager Piper's Grease Monkey. Married to Patti and father of Matthew age 5 and Chad, 10 months. His family, boating, water and snow skiing, golf, cars and home improvements are Rich's interests and hobbies. "It was a great experience- I enjoyed it all . Everyone was extremely friendly. Thanks for asking me to participate!"
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LETTERS I would like to express our satisfaction in advertising in your magazine. We are reaching our target market in a professional manner that enhances our image as a quality organization . We feel advertising with you is money wisely invested and we are enjoying a great response from our ads. Keep up the good work! Sincerely, Kenneth G. Billings General Manager, Markley Motors Inc. After I've received and read each issue of Style, I've intended to do this- write you a note . This is a long overdue "thank you ." It's always fun to read about Fort Collins and the people who make it special. You do a wonderful job of presenting the Choice City .. .Well written , attractive layout, insightful presentations - I look forward to future issues. Thank you! Sincerely, Tara Zeleny We have been pleased with the production quality of Style Magazine and feel that the publi cation targets well the market for several of our products . Our advertising account executive is professional , efficient, and attends to our needs in a timely manner. Sincerely, Linda Richmond Marketing Coordinator Colorado State University Division of Continuing Education
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BIKING ENTHUSIASM WHEELS INTO THE FORT By Libby James y personal love affair with twoweight compared to what I had been pumping. wheeled transportation got off to an inauspicious start. At In addition to riding around town, I began age eight, I must have been to discover that you could actually get to the last kid in the neighborplaces-like to other town s-on a bicycle. I hood to master the fine art of pedalled 13 miles down the road to Lovebalancing, pedalling and land for breakfast and up to Estes Park for steering a machine with two skinny, wellan overnight. relatively skinny-wheels mounted one Before I ever went on a bicycle tour, I had behind the other. To me it seemed a feat the audacity to write a magazine article akin to becoming airborne. A bicycle certainly wasn 't part of my dowry, in fact I didn't own one until several years after I was married when a vague notion that biking would be a good family activity occurred to me. I acquired a used three-speed and so did my husband, and equipped with child seats fore and aft, we traversed our neighborhood in search of adventure. I recall one old fellow sticking his head out the door and asking , "Are you going to the circus , or are you it?" Very soon, our two older chi Idren were soloing, leaving their parents with manageable one-kid l._.-i!::;~~tiij~lii)~~~W loads. We went farther and faster. Dwight Smith traveled 13,000 miles in his cross country journ!ll eylll!. Well, not much farther and faster, but it seemed so at the time. entitled , "Velocipede Vagabond ." What did I know? Nothing . But after I'd written the A few years later when everyone was in school, I bought myself a real live 10-speed article, I knew that I wanted to try touring . European bicycle. The bike was a silver With borrowed panniers, (saddle bags) Motobecane with a mixte frame (comprobiking shorts and helmets, one college-age mise between men's and women 's frame) , son, one teenage age daughter and I headed up Poudre Canyon on a mild June morning heavy by today's standards, but a feather-
in 1981 , destination-as close to Portland, Oregon. Our inexpertly planned tour turned into a hilarious few days. But one tour led to another-from three trips across Iowa to an excursion from Washington D.C. to Rhode Island which led my younger daughter and me through the heart of New York City, to a cross-country jaunt from Iowa to Maine on the Bikecentennial Trail. By this time I had splurged on my dream bike, a hot pink Vitus , the purchase price of which , I explained to my family, represented 27 years of never having a cleaning lady and never having my hair done. When a commercial touring company, Vermont Country Cyclers, hired me two summers ago as a tour guide, it was a experiment. They wanted to test a theory that some of their guests might feel more comfortable with atourguidewhowasatleasttheir age, and who might have a firsthand understanding of their aches and pains. The experience was so good for me that I hired out to do the same thing the following summer, this time for Timberline Bicycle Tours, based in Denver. What is so appealing about hopping on a bicycle and riding-fully loaded as a selfcontained little unit, or free as a bird, with nothing but your sunglasses and money? (When you 're lucky enough to have a sag wagon along) Lots of people will tell you it's
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the sense of freedom. It is. Others will tout the non-joint-jarring nature of the exercise, the camaraderie, the scenery, the challenge of the uphill and the excitement of the down, the incredible appetite you develop, and a wonderful sense of physical tiredness and satisfaction at the end of the day. It's all those things.
Where to Ride It pays to select your riding route with care, taking into consideration terrain, traffic and width of road shoulder. The Colorado Department of Highways publishes a set of bicycle route maps that traverse the state from west to east and north to south,
the Masonville Trading Post, ask about the local dinosaur bones, and return the way you came for about a 20-mile trip, or continue south to the junction with Highway 34, about eight miles south. Try the Lovin' Oven for great breakfasts and lunches, a couple of miles south on Highway 34 from the junction with the Masonville Road. A pleasant and easy ride from Fort Collins to the town of Wellington, either north on 1-25 frontage road or on 287 to Terry Lake Road and then onto Highway 1, which has a good wide shoulder, is about a 30-mile round trip from downtown Fort Collins. Try the Bar Inn on the main street of town for breakfast or lunch.
undertaking. Besides, you have all day, right? On the way up the canyon, there are cold drinks at the Dam Store near the mouth of the canyon, and an interesting stop at Vistenz-Smith park which tells the story of the Big Thompson flood of 1976. The site is on your right, about four or five miles from the Dam Store. A second drink and snack spot is Drake, nine miles from the mouth of the canyon. If you are looking for a real challenge, turn right at Drake instead of following Highway 34 into Estes Park. The Glen Haven Road winds its way through lovely countryside, into the charming village of Glen Haven, site
along the interstate corridors. One series of five maps describes a route across the Rockies from Utah to Denver. Other map sets include the Front Range, (New Mexico to Wyoming) South Platte, (Denver to Nebraska) and over the plains, (Denver to Kansas). The maps include information on heavy traffic areas, food, lodging, campsites, points of interest, and repair shops. They are available from Colorado Department of Highways, Division of Transportation Planning, 4201 E. Arkansas Ave., Denver, CO 80222 for a small fee. Day or part-day rides in the Fort Collins area run the gamut from a leisurely few miles on Fort Collins' well-maintained bicycle trails to a strenuous ride in the foothills to the west. Maps of the bicycle trails are available through the City of Fort Collins offices at 301 LaPorte Avenue and at Parks and Recreation, 145 East Mountain Avenue, 221-6640. The trails are heavily used by joggers, walkers, rollerbladers and baby buggies, so try to select less busy times and ride with care. A scenic, mostly low-traffic local ride starts at the corner of South Taft Hill Road and County Road 38 E (a half mile south of Horsetooth Road) and proceeds west uphill, curving around the south end of Horsetooth Reservoir. After passing by the village of Stout, the road bears north and then west again, passing the entrance to Horsetooth Mountain Park on the right. Stay on the road, bearing south and west again into Masonville. Stop for a cold drink and a look around at
Good food and friendly people await tired and hungry bikers at the Firehouse restaurant in Windsor West Shopping Center just west of the center of town on Highway 392. Best biking routes to Windsor, about 15 miles south and east of Fort Collins, are south on 1-25 frontage road and then east at the Windsor exit (Highway 392), or east on Highway 14 from Fort Collins, across 1-25, and south on 257 into Windsor. Loveland, a 13 mile ride south of Fort Collins, is a destination that offers many good restaurants and a fascinating outdoor sculpture garden at the corner of Taft Avenue and 29th Street, just north of Loveland High School. It's fun to wander through the garden and see the work of a growing community of outstanding sculptors who live in the Loveland area. To reach Loveland, travel south on College Avenue (Highway 287-good shoulder) or go south on Lemay Avenue as far as you can go and wind your way through residential areas, almost all the way to Loveland. You can also ride south on Taft Hill Road to Highway 34 and proceed east into Loveland. During the summer months, it's best to save a trip to Estes Park or the St. Vrain Canyon for a weekday, to avoid heavy tourist traffic. If you can only ride on the weekend, Highway 34 through Big Thompson Canyon has a good shoulder all the way and most motorists are courteous and careful. There are enough steep sections to make this 22-mile trip from the mouth of the canyon into Estes Park a satisfying but not impossibly difficult
of a few shops and the Inn at Glen Haven, a wonderful bed and breakfast and restaurant. (Reservations necessary.) As you begin getting in shape and look for longer rides, you might consider a round trip from Fort Collins to Greeley on the High Plains. The 65-mile trip is mostly flat, but you may encounter some wind. Study a county map to avoid dirt roads, (unless you have a mountain bike) and then choose the route that suits your fancy. Have the urge to expand your horizons and try a tour? There are lots of options to suit every taste and budget. You can plan your own, making use of excellent maps from Bikecentennial, P.O. Box 8308-A5, Missoula, Montana59807, (406) 721-8719. A little research, talking to friends and visiting local bicycle shops will inform you on what to take and how to take it. Mountain bikers looking for a exciting several-day tour may be interested in contacting the Colorado Plateau Mountain Bike Trail Association (COPMOBA), P.O. Box 4602, Grand Junction, Colorado 81502, (303) 241-9561. With the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service, this organization has established and maintains Kokopelli's Trail which starts near Grand Junction and follows four-wheel drive roads, county roads, and sometimes a single-width track, to Moab, Utah, a distance of 130 miles. It winds through desert sandstone and shale canyons with markers every half-mile and at intersections. A trail log describing the terrain in detail is available through COPMOBA.
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You may decide to opt for one of the "state" rides such as Ride the Rockies , Ride Around Wyoming, Almost Across Arizona or the granddaddy of them all , the Des Moines Register's Great Bike Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI). These rides vary in size from under 100 to 8,000 people. They allow you the freedom to searching out your own meals and staying where you please, either in designated campgrounds or in area motels or guest homes. They provide vehicles for carrying your gear and a carefully planned route. Fees are reasonable, from $60 to $110 for a week-long ride. Meals are not included. Registration is limited. If you are interested in smaller numbers and more luxury as you pedal, consider signing up for a tour with one of the many excellent commercial touring companies all over the country that make it their business to see that you have a great time, eat gourmet food, sleep in comfortable beds and are free from bicycle-related hassles as in flat tires, broken spokes , etc. There are usually route options to suit a range of riding abilities, so that if Dad wants to ride 60 miles and Mom wants to ride 40, that's possible. A selected list of touring companies follows. Seasons begin as early as April and many extend through October. Check Bicycling magazine for a more complete listing. Backroads Bicycle Touring, 1516 5th St., SuiteBC3, Berkeley, CA94710-1713, (BOO) 533-2573 Bicycle Adventures, P.O. Box 7B75-B, Olympia, WA 9B507, (206) 7B6-09B9 Western Spirit Cycling, 545 Locust, Moab, UT (B01) 259-B732 Chateaux Bike Tours, P.O. Box 5706, Denver, CO B0217, (303) 393-6910 Cycle the Summit, P.O. Box 647, Frisco, CO B0443, (BOO) 525-9B01 Paradise Bicycle Tours, P.O. Box 1726, Evergreen, CO B0434, (303) 670-1B42 Bicycle Cruises, Box 7559, Ann Arbor, Ml, 4B107, (BOO) 222-0072 Vermont Bicycle Tours, P. 0. Box 711 AE, Bristol, VT 05443, (B02) 453-4B11 Choosing a Bicycle It ain't what it used to be. Choosing a bicycle today is as complex as choosing skis, and can be more expensive. Things to think about when you shop for a bicycle are: when, where, how fast, and for how long at a stretch will you be riding, proper fit and flexibility of pocketbook. Buy from a reputable dealer who has the knowledge to assist you in your decision and who has seen to it that the bike you buy has been assembled properly. Usually, at least one free check-up is included in the purchase price. If money is no object, look into a custom made frame , built to your exact measurements. Columbine in Greeley builds some of the finest custom made bikes around. Be concerned about a proper fit. You'll be uncomfortable and tire quickly if your vehicle is either too big or too small. And a
bicycle that is too large is dangerous. There should be at least an inch between you and the top tube when you straddle the bike. There should be a slight bend in your knee when you are seated on the saddle with heel on the pedal at the bottom of a stroke. Handlebars are usually set about level with the saddle for touring. With hands on the
Breakfast is an inexpensive meal to eat out and usually very good even in the smallest cafes. Morning is usually the time when the locals gather, and it's fun to interact. You'll get more route advice than you need and lots of encouragement. Dinner essentials should be bought late in the day so they need not be carried too far
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drops (lower section of handlebars), a line from your nose should fall directly to the handlebars. Food Make no mistake about it, food is an important aspect of riding, not to be considered lightly. There is an on-tour phenomenon referred to as "bonk," a cousin to "hitting the wall " in a long running race. It's a feeling that something isn't quite right, and that something is usually a lack of fuel. Because carbohydrates can be stored in only limited quantities and are used to sustain strenuous activity, it is usually our body's need for carbos that results in bonk. What a simple dilemma to resolve. Yet, there are a few guidelines that will help you to feel better and ride longer and with more vigor. The first is to avoid the tendency to stuff yourself. Plan to eat small amounts at frequent intervals. Pop, cookies and candy bars shouldn't be high on your list. Try to avoid high-saturated fats, meat, which is hard to digest, and too many dairy products which block absorption of liquid. Caffeine is a diuretic, can cause stomach cramps and should be used in moderation. Surprisingly, you 'll find that your body will come to demand the food it needs. Go ahead and satisfy your craving for a big plate of pasta, crunchy French bread or a hefty stack of hotcakes. If you eat the biggest meal of the day after you've finished riding, your hardworking digestive system will have time to work on it before you hit the road again.
to the campground . Simple meals such as spaghetti, macaroni and cheese , tuna casserole and chili make good on-the-road dinners. It is impossible to stress too much the importance of drinking water as you cycle . Veteran tourists carry at least two water bottles and live by the adage, "Drink before you're thirsty." By the time you feel thirsty, your body has already been craving water for too long. Even when it is cold and rainy, it's important to drink lots to replace liquid depleted via your evaporation system. Who Bikes 'Round Here? People of all ages, stations in life and ability levels. Fort Collins has several racing clubs or teams where membership is by invitation . Currently there are no touring clubs in Fort Collins sponsoring organized group rides. During the past few years, bikers from Fort Collins have undertaken all kinds of unique tours, from a 13,000-mile, two-year odyssey around the perimeter of the United States, to rides in Ireland, China, New Zealand and all over Europe. They have pedalled alone, in pairs, with small informal groups, and with groups raising funds for a favorite charity. Kevin Thompson, Hewlett-Packard engineer, joined 14 others from Colorado last summer to become part of a group of 300 who rode from Seattle, Washington to Atlantic City, New Jersey to benefit the American Lung Association . The group's total contribution was $1.87 million. The bikers
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averaged 80 miles a day for 47 days, with five days off for sightseeing and R and R. Aside from making a significant contribution to a cause he cared a great deal about, (his mother died of lung cancer in 1988), Kevin says the trip was memorable for him because it provided him with quality time alone. He also loved the feeling of freedom, sense of self-sufficiency and independence, the chance to see the USA close up, and opportunities to observe wildlife. Erica and Maury Nelson's biking itinerary forth is summer sounds like the schedule for a commercial touring company. In April they will join daughter Katie for a tour of Bryce and Zion National Parks in California and in May they'll ride the Crystal River Valley in Colorado. June will find them pedalling in the Grand Tetons in Wyoming, in July Maury will join his son Dave to ride RAGBRAI across Iowa, in September the Nelsons will ride together in the Breckenridge area, and in October they'll complete the season with a ride in southern New Mexico. Whew! An attorney who has been active in scores of community projects, Maury turned 70 last December. Erica, a part-time travel agent, celebrated her 65th birthday three years ago by pedalling to the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park for lunch. A few younger friends went along. On their bikes the Nelsons have scouted out back roads on the island of Hawaii, taken several inn-to-inn tours in Vermont, retraced old stomping grounds along the north shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota, and cycled leisurely through California wine country. Weather permitting, the Nelsons are on the road year round. Several years ago, Dwight Smith decided that physical activity was the medicine he needed to heal a psyche suffering from the recent death of his wife and the tragic deaths of two sons in automobile accidents years earlier. He took early retirement from Colorado State University, earned his pilot's license, packed his gear into a rented plane and flew to Wolf Point, Montana where he set off on a journey around the perimeter of the United States. Veteran of several short biking tours and many years as a recreational runner, he was in good physical condition when he left. In addition, two years and 13,000 miles later, doctors reported that the 65 year-old Smith had waged a successful attack on Old Father Time, retarding the aging process with sustained strenuous exercise. He is currently writing a book tentatively titled "One Mile at a Time" based on his taped journal, produced as he rode using a throat microphone attached to a tape recorder in his handlebar bag. Paula and David Edwards and their two children, Christopher, age 13 and Amy, age 7 are avid bicyclers. In 1988 they bicycled across the Canadian Rockies traveling approximately 240 miles in six days. Amy, five
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~=~~:=~;z racing team . Even before the ' snow is off the ground, you can see these young men out on training rides. Often they use mountain bikes when roads are too treacherous for the "skinny" tires of their sleek racing rna- '---~ chines. Racing is increasing in popularity in all age groups. When spring Competition came from the best junior comes in earnest, the eight members of the cyclists from across the country. REG/Affiliated Banks/Cycle Transport REC team members are ages 14 through Junior Men's Racing Team , are out on the 18 and come from Fort Collins, Loveland, roads every day, practicing the skills and and Boulder. Nash , a former racer and tuning up the muscles they'll need for a "hands-on" coach, says he never asks team season of competition. members to do workouts he doesn't do Coached by United States Cycling Fedhimself. A year round training schedule eration certified coach Pat Nash , the team includes two months of rest in September made a fine showing in the 1989 season and October, low intensity cross training garnering eighth place in the national team (cross country skiing or cross country runtrial held in Colorado Springs. In individual ning) and weight training in November and events, they took second, fourth and sixDecember. The pace picks up in January teenth places in time trials and second with daily training on bicycles indoors, and place in the 15-16 age division road race . then in February, weather permitting, the team hits the road. Nash, who has a great interest in the technical aspects of training, makes adjustments to the training schedule every two months and individualizes workouts to address the needs of each of his team members. He keeps up on the latest research and takes a conservative approach to the application of new techniques. Nash has coached at the elite camp at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. He credits Fred Owen, currently president of Spring Creek Velo Club, and racer Randy Black with creating an environment conducive to bicycle racing in Fort Collins. REC team members competed in the Colorado State Road Race in Gunnison in June and will be peaking again in August for a four-stage road race in Austria to which they have been invited as a team. Team member ninth grader Heath Sandall , 14, of Loveland, has the potential to become one of the top riders in the country, according to his coach. "And Heath is representative of all the riders on our team, " Nash says. Team members are Travis Rosen, Sean Thielen, Tony Roberts and Andrew Ritchey of Boulder and Randy Hodgdon, Jered Clark and Eric Owen of Fort Collins. Libby James is a long time Fort Collins writer and an avid bicyclist.
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As David Parker opened the door for our interview, the panoramic view of his immaculately manicured lawn and Long Pond exploded through the windows of the main level. Out back, David's multi-colored sail boat was moored peacefully on the lake, his escape mode for those contemplative moments. This lovely home was just recently toured by many during the Service League's Kitchen Kaper. David,a charming bachelor and a graduate of Colorado State University, is president and an owner of Galyardt and Harvey Insurance. His home is built at 1909 Cottonwood Point near the Ft. Collins Country Club. This dramatic home, with it's high vaulted ceilings, was designed by architect, Mick Aller of Aller Lingle and was built by Bill Krug of KEM Homes. David pays great tribute to all who were involved in the home. Southwest elegance blends with contemporary in the open and spacious living area. The kitchen and dining area flow together in perfect harmony with decorative interior columns separating the dining room from the hall. The all-tile kitchen is galley style allowing three or four cooks or "kibitzers" to move around. For the midnight snacker, David had low voltage lights installed under his toe kicks to light the way to the refrigerator. And let's talk about the lighting . The Light Center outdid itself in lighting design. Low voltage lighting can be found under the bannisters and under the stair landings.
Wall washers bring life to the art pieces and the soffet lighting adds a warm glow to cold evenings. A beautiful wine cabinet, enhanced with bevel-cut glass, picks up the lights of the dining area. David, with the help of many at Larrabee's, chose neutral colors for the main furnishings in the home. The entry floors are a beautiful white wash plank with wonderful oatmeal colored tile inserts. The carpet is a neutral wool berber imported from Germany. Splashes of deep teal and rose can be found in the cornice boxes. Your eyes are drawn upward to all the interesting niches where you can spy wonderful sculpture and art that David has so carefully collected in Santa Fe. As we meander up the dramatic open staircase to the master suite one must take note of the immense windows with beveled and opaque glass repeating patterns in the entry side light panels as well as the wine cabinet. Exquisite!!! The entry doors to the master suite are multi-paneled, double sided, beveled mirrors reproduced from doors David had seen at the Metropolitan Club in Den-
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ver. These doors are, as the kids say, "awesome". Inside, the luxurious suite offers a seethrough fireplace with interesting adobe colored cement balls replacing the ordinary gas logs. Behind the fireplace is a large whirlpool overlooking a spectacular view of the mountains and the lake. Entertainment systems are cleverly hidden away in built in dressers and wall units. Double vanities and double shower heads offer the creme de Ia creme of convenience. The closet is immense and equipped with a multitude of rods and custom tie racks . David points out the wonderful windows in his closet that not only offer natural light for picking out just the right thing , but are his personal vantage point in the morning to see what kind of day it is. Down the stairs in the garden level basement, is found David's daughter's large, open bedroom suite filled with her pictures and high school mementos. The main part of the garden level looks outs to Long Pond through large glass doors. David has a great view as he works out on the exercise equipment set up here. Style, elegance, and personal expression make this dramatic home an invitation to spectacular living . Thank you David for sharing your home with us and allowing all of us to imagine being a guest in your home. Leslie Bowers is an interior designer who will be joining Fossil Creek Galleries in August.
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By Mary Herrick urning over a new leaf in interior design for the 90's may not be far from the truth. With today's environmentally conscious public, and a return to shades of green and yellow, along with nature prints, design trends are branching out in new directions. Colors for the 90's are getting yellower. Not just golds, but colors with a yellow base, including greens. Yellow tones will go from light to bold, and greens will be creeping toward khacki , rather than olive. Even teals will become greener, and the yellow base will move toward warmer colors of the spectrum . Contrast, however will be important with the yellows, as we see them combined with darker, richer, jewel tones like plum, spice, eggplant, burnt umber, or deep russet. Black
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Designing Women, feels that lighter colors in furnishings will reign in the 90's with more interesting textures and a subtlety in prints. Velvet will rarely be used, she says and accessories will pull in detail for simple prints. Popular now are "fossilstone" accessory pieces (cocktail tables and end tables) accented with brass lines and glass. "A very traditional look in lamps still holds," Janet says. "but people are using lamps more for backlighting artwork on the walls. More value is being placed on artwork as accessory." In patterns and fabric for upholstered furniture, a return to "dressmaking details" accompanies the return to the traditional look. Fringes, welts, braiding, and varied skirt styles are being added. More floral, tapestry, and animal prints, containing deer or jungle scenes are being offered, to compliment the classical trend with a return to nature mood. If overall furnishings are chosen for their basic look and value, then a house can reflect variations on style from room to room. "A house is like a painting-it should flow," says designer Gary Hixon. "You can give some rooms different leanings, but the home should feel connected, so that it's a pleasure to walk from spot to spot and remain interesting without having abrupt changes." The interior space of homes is changing in function for the 90's, reflecting the changing lifestyles of society. A general openness in design of rooms, with more light and multi-purpose usage is in demand for architects and builders. Kitchens are highly individualistic for the new decade, with an emphasis on style of cooking and recycling. A well thought out design considering who the cook is and how they enjoy cooking is imperative. "It can vary from 'I don't cook much anymore' to 2-3 cooks in the kitchen at once," says designer Ella Albrect. "My husband and I make the evening meal together almost every night. An extra sink might be added for kitchens with more than one cook." Emphasis might be on lots of appliances for the unenthusiastic or busy cook, or center islands for chopping vegetables or containing another cook top. A common problem with kitchen design has been a lack of space, so trends are for larger kitchens as a whole. Pantries are gaining importance, as busy people choose to stock up on food items rather than making frequent trips to the markets. Bins for separating glass, paper, aluminum, plastic, and vegetable scraps for composting are meriting consideration in overall design of kitchen space. Today homeowners are relegated to runs to the garage to take care of their responsibility to separate items for recycling. Great rooms, or family rooms, as they used to be known, are also responding to changes in lifestyle and development of
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easier, and more fun . "I want them to be happy-I see my job as editor, to help them pull things together and help them sort through the market." Designing services are available to everyone , regardless of income levels, adds Irene Gutkowski. Even partial projects can use a professional's service-in the midst of building plans a designer can help make choices in electrical placement, lighting, and plumbing fixtures. Changes in the 90's for interior design seem to be creative responses to lifestyle changes. People are tuning in to their environments, both indoors and outdoors, and wanting those environments to be physically and psychologically nurturing . By careful thought to their needs, people can go beyond fashion and whim, and create homes that become a warm extension of who they are, and help sustain the lifestyles they choose.
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By The Oak Merchant Fine wood furniture requires proper care and sometimes, unfortunately, suffers mishaps from every day living. We often think that if marks or stains damage our furniture nothing can be done. The following hints for care and restoration of various problems can help you keepyourfurniture looking beautiful. Cleaning - soap and water are not advisable for wood surfaces. Saturate a cloth with cleaning wax and wet the surface thoroughly, a square foot at a time. Wipe the area dry with a clean cloth. Cloudy Appearance - If a polished surface grows foggy, rub with a cloth dipped in a solution of one tablespoon of vinegar in a quart of water with the grain, until completely dry. White Marks - Restore a finish whitened by water or heat by rubbing lightly with a flannel cloth dampened with spirits of camphor or peppermint essence. Let dry thoroughly, then apply a wax furniture polish . To remove white spots in a wax finish, sponge with turpentine or cleaning wax, wipe dry and apply a coat of fresh wax. Dents - Wet the bruise with warm water. Soak a doubled-up pad of brown paper in warm water and lay on the dent. Apply a warm (not hot) iron until moisture evaporates. If the dent remains, repeat the process. Re-wax the affected areas. Scratches and Blemishes - Clean the area with naptha. Using linseed oil, coloring crayons, paste shoe polish or iodine (depending on color and finish) touch up and then apply polish or wax. Deep scratches will require filling. Clean the area as above and after removing loose splinters, work stain into scratch with a brush or swab. Let it dry for 12 hours. Fill the scratch with white or orange shellac using a small art brush. Let dry four hours and repeat if necessary. Smooth the surface by sanding very lightly. Sometimes you can repair a scratch by rubbing it with a paste made of rottenstone (pumice) and linseed oil or other vegetable oil. Burns - Clean the area with a sharp knife or razor blade. Smooth it with 3/ 0 steel wool. Clean again and rub, with the grain of the wood, using 6/0 or 710 sandpaper. When dry, fill area with a color-matching stick shellac applied with a warm blade. Sand and rub down area after it is dry. (cont. on page 32)
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lEGNIINEB HO'SINTHE KITCHEN NOW? By Kathrine S. Browne, ASID When someone says "kitchen ", what is the first image that comes to mind? Is it grandmother and the aroma of fresh bread? Or, is it an all-white automatic bread baking machine? The kitchen has had many roles and locations in the home. A hundred years ago it still existed at the back of the house, separating its heat and odors from the other rooms. Today, the kitchen is the heartbeat of the home, the accepted destination of family and guests alike. Part of this has to do with increased health awareness. Part of this has to do with our heightened interest in gourmet cooking . But, part of this has to do with "cocooning", retreating into our homes from the pressures of the fast track. With this changing , increasingly dominant role , the kitchen is becoming more efficient, larger in size , and highly aesthetic. This in turn has resulted in an overwhelming number of choices in appliances, cabinetry, and finishes . We have fewer color choices in appliances, but there is a smorgasbord of function and style choices . For example, cook tops come in standard gas, standard electric, solid disk electric, black glass radiant, magnetic induction, halogen, and commercial strength with some having interchangeable modules that include grills, deep fat fryers , and griddles. Today's kitchen will often have more than one cook top incorporating the specialty modules. Cabinetry has exploded in options , for both exterior and interior features and finishes. At one extreme we have the English country look with its painted woods , glass doors, open plate drying racks , and fretwork; at the other extreme we have polyester resin finishes in a rainbow of hues with their sleek lines and highly polished surfaces . Inside are easy to clean melamine surfaces with roll -out shelving, pantry racks , and tray dividers. Even custom cabinetry is becoming modular, allowing easier configuration. Countertops are done in granite and marble, ceramic tiles , solid surfaces , wood, and plastic laminates, often with more than one surface type incorporated . Any color, texture , or pattern is possible with details not receiving special attention . Currently , the stone looks are hot. Floors are primarily hard surface treatments. Carpeting has dropped in popularity while wood has risen , with sheet vinyl
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and ceramic tiles as other favorite finishes. Ceramic tile has undergone a transformation during the eighties and now comes in sizes from 1"x1 " up to 2'x2' in a truly exciting array of colors. Also , watch for the exciting new vinyl tiles coming from Japan that look like twins of stone and wood, but provide easier maintenance and a more resilient feel. The biggest change in the kitchen is size. It's growing. Usually more than one person is involved in the cooking, so more countertop is needed and ..,.,..._,'TOI,...-.......,--=:some appliances are duplicated. The space is quite open to dining areas with conversation seating included with massive islands allowing group preparation. You're no longer condemned to the kitchen , because the party is now in the kitchen . Many hosts and hostesses invite their guests to be a part of the meal preparation . So, who's in the kitchen? Everyone! "Why? Because they
dead space and roll-out shelves to provide access to the back of cabinets." In order to have an efficient and wellorganized kitchen, people are also having cabinets and under-cabinet areas fitted with accessories for spices , utensils, mixers, cookbooks , etc. Another styling trend in kitchens today is toward a light, bright, and airy feeling. Cabinetry in the washed wood , laminate, and lacquer finishes is in high demand. The wash colors- white , grey, ivory, sand -allow
are .more inviting 路 This in viting 90's kitchen in the home of Larry and Nancy Glass was designed spaCIOUS, and beau- by Albrecht and Associates Interior Designers. tiful than ever before! the homeowner the richness of wood cabinets with the freshness of light colors . White Kathrine Browne is an independent space planner and interior designer working with laminate cabinets with the accent of wood trim are another good option for those who Loveland Design Center. like the tradition of wood in the kitchen. A popular choice in many kitchen renovations is the use of radiused or curved cabinetry. This option is mostly used to soften sharp corners and to create a smoothflowing design in an area that would otherwise look crowded. The English Country look is catching on in Colorado as it moves from the east coast and Great Britain. This look is best deBy Connie Kramer scribed as a sort of "rustic sophistication. " It features open cabinets , valances , friezes , Just as kitchen design has evolved in the mullioned doors, lots of small drawers, and last few decades, kitchen cabinetry itself wine racks. These and other items are has changed to reflect today's consumer combined into a kitchen designed to achieve taste and lifestyles. A big trend in cabinetry a sense of country gentility. is toward European "frameless" styling which Cabinetry trends have changed in the makes the most of available space . Belast few decades and will continue to do so. cause the frame is eliminated, the cabinets What remains timeless is that people want themselves are 10% more accessible , and a place to gather, to sit down and eat, and the drawers have 30% more room . to talk to one another. "People don 't want wasted space and they don 't want to get on their hands and Connie Kramer is in Marketing Services knees to find what they're looking for, "says with Innovative Companies, Inc. located in Seth Fordham, Certified Kitchen Designer Fort Collins. Their division, Innovative Kitchof Innovative Kitchens. "That's why we ens, designs and builds kitchen cabinetry. have chrome lazy susans to fill in otherwise
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No longer is stained glass only the heavy, ominous pieces you find in churches. Stained and carved glass has evolved into beautiful, bright works of art accenting the home in bathrooms , kitchens, entryways, and living rooms. For the 90's, homeowners and designers are moving away from brightly colored glass to softer colors that lighten the home and lend themselves to more expressive designs. The designs being requested are more contemporary in nature, away from the "picture" designs of the 80's. More kitchen and furniture pieces are being done in glass than ever before. Cabinetry, antique reproductions, and entertainment units are being enhanced with the use of decorative glass . Brass and other metals are being used as accent and connective metals. Hot contemporary designs include rounded specialty shaped windows hexagon, octagon , and pieced ; and carved glass- thick glass sand blasted with intricate designs. Many people are using stained glass designs in windows they might normally use drapes, to give a more dramatic look, light airy feelings, while still providing privacy. The cost for having decorative glasswork done is quite broad and can be planned with your budget in mind . You can add color and design to just about any home or piece of furniture with planning. Many designers spend nominal amounts to have special glass put into homes knowing they will recoup their costs . Now is the time to accent your home or furniture with the beauty of decorative glass.
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Drapery Cleaning Tips By Jay Flora, Executive Dry Cleaning Draperies and window coverings are one of your most essential and interesting design tools and their care is significantly important. Care at home starts with the knowledge of sun and water factors before you place coverings in various areas within your home. This information will assist you and/or designer in drapery selection. High sun areas, for example, require well lined draperies or non-cloth shades of some sort both that keeps the heat in during winter and the cool in during summer. Once you have selected draperies you will find that periodic cleaning is necessary as a result of general dust that will collect over time in the fabric. Gentle, but regular vacuuming will help eliminate some of this, but occasional more vigorous cleaning must be done. Find out the best cleaning method for your draperies when you purchase them . Most draperies can be drycleaned. Exceptions include fiberglass drapes with rubberized backing and your drycleaner may have some difficulty in cleaning drapes that have become wet by condensation or rain from an open window. Moisture can cause yellow or brown sizing streaks that can be difficult to remove . If you have this problem, try to get the draperies to the drycleaner as quickly as possible to minimize staining. Occasionally draperies are damaged when drycleaned because of age or exposure to sun has damaged the fabric. These weakened areas shred when exposed to the agitation of cleaning. The pattern of damage on the outside folds, where sun exposure was the greatest is your clue that sun tendering was the cause of the damage. You can expect most unlined draperies to last three plus years and lined draperies to last for about five . When you have questions about dry clean ing your draperies, ask either your designer or a drycleaning professional. Timely proper care will help to extend the life of your window coverings .
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ENVIRONMENTAL PICTURE IN FORT COLLINS By Melinda Helmick
When my sister and her husband, Joe, flew to Fort Collins from Boston for a visit, I tried to talk them into moving here. "No," Joe said only half-kidding, "It's too clean here. People are too healthy," he said as we drove by another jogger. Joe's right: As cities go, Fort Collins is a clean one. The city's water is some of the best to come out of a tap. There are a . number of parks and open space areas dotting the city. Most of its big businesses, such as Hewlett Packard, Teledyne Water Pik and Woodward Governor, are high-tech "clean" industries路 that don't do a lot of polluting. Colorado State University buzzes with speakers and events organized by the many environmental groups that have sprung up at the school. And citizens groups and the city's government have joined forces to set up programs to protect the area and promote environmentally sound practices. In June of 1987, the city launched a pilot program to test a curbside recycling program. About 6,000 households were given containers for their newspapers, glass, cardboard, aluminum and used motor oil. Shirley Bruns, the city's recycling coordinator, said the program was a success. "You can get a lot more people involved in recycling when you make it really convenient for them," Bruns said. While some residents are recycling, others are re-leafing, planting trees throughout the city. Someone once said that the suburbs are where developers bulldoze the trees and then name the streets after them . But one local group, Fort Collins Re-Leaf, is determined to make Fort Collins a greener city. Over the next three years, the group hopes to plant 10,000 more trees throughout the city, said Mary Herrick, the director of Plant A Tree, Grow A Friend, the national organization for Fort Collins Re-Leaf. Planting the trees, Herrick said, is an effort to beautify the city, improve air quality, promote a healthier environment, and reflect
the spirit of the community. per year. Schroeder explained that without Another program that has birds of prey there would be major crop citizens joining forces with losses in the area, and dumps and fields local government is the introwould be overrun with mice. duction of osprey to the area, known as Besides being a prospective home to the Operation Osprey, in cooperation with the osprey and good habitat for birds of prey, Colorado Division of Wildlife. The introducFort Collins is also a haven for another tion of a breeding population of the birds in winged species: the Canada goose. There Fort Collins is part of a nationwide effort to are about 30,000 geese that winter in and re-establish the bird in the United States. around Fort Collins, according to District Osprey are classified as a species of speWildlife Manager Evans. Predator controls cial concern, and the area in and around and nesting structures are provided for the Fort Collins is good habitat for the big birds birds, and hunting is prevented inside city of prey, according to Lisa Evans, a district limits. wildlife manager. Birdwatchers can find hundreds of feathEight fledgling osprey will be put in hackered species at the Northern Colorado Ening stations (artificial nesting sites) in July. vironmental Learning Center, located east Volunteers will help monitor and feed the of town. The center has two miles of nature birds, and the public will be encouraged to trails, and the keen observer can someview them at one of the release areas east times spot deer, fox, raccoons, beaver and of town, where interpreters will be on-hand rabbits on the grounds. The wetland sancto answer questions. According to Evans, tuary has become a roosting area for birds fish-eating hawks are worth watching, essuch as the great blue heron and is a propecially when they're diving. "They're neat, tected refuge on the flight paths of many they're spectacular, they're beautiful," she migratory birds. ELC is home to one of the said. "It's really a charge." The Rocky Mountain Raptor Program, part of Colorado State University's Veterinary Teaching Hospital, also involved in the osprey's introduction, rehabilitates injured raptors, such as owls, kestrels (small falcons), eagles and hawks. The Program also raises orphaned birds that have been abandoned. If a bird can't be released back into the wild because of loss of a . . . . wing, for example, then it is used as part of an educational program at The Enwonmental Learnmg Center 1s a great place to v1ew schools and community events. nature close up! Through these educational programs, the Rocky Mountain Raptor Program's golden eagles, and it is designated as one of the public has the opportunity to see the birds up-close, increase their animal awareness, two release sites for the osprey. It is unusual to find a greenbelt in its and learn about humane treatment of animals, Michele Schroeder, the Program's completely natural state in an urban area, volunteer coordinator, explained. explained ELC DirectorCem Basman. ELC's Not only do birds of prey play an impurpose, Basman said, is to reacquaint people with the natural world and provide portant part in the area's ecosystem, but an education in values. "We want to show they also help humans by keeping the ropeople how to better use their resources dent population down. A family of kestrels, within the community, and, hopefully, in a for example, consumes about 2,000 mice
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wider perspective on the global scope." The Poudre River, which begins in Rocky Mountain National Park and flows through Fort Collins, is one of the city's main water sources. The other source is Horsetooth Reservoir, perched above the city to the west. Because there are no major polluters along the river's route or near the reservoir, the city's water quality is good. "Fort Collins residents are fortunate that their sources of drinking water are fairly pristine, " said Stephen Johnson, a water quality hydrologist with Riverside Technology, a local environmental consulting firm. Johnson said gold was never discovered up the river, so the city is free from the effects of mining that plague some Colorado towns.
... in some cities bordering the ocean in New Jersey, for example, water is used 10 times before it reaches the tap. In an effort to preserve the quality of the Poudre River, the city has stenciled fish next to storm drain sewers throughout the city to warn people not to dump their chemicals into the sewers. Substances poured into storm drain sewers don't make it to the city's wastewater treatment plants, but instead flow directly into the Poudre River. The city also routinely analyzes the water to assure its quality. When a Fort Collins resident turns on a water tap, it is usually the first time that water has been used. Johnson said that in some cities bordering the ocean in New Jersey, for example , water is used 10 times before it reaches the tap . The quality of the air in Fort Collins also is, for the most part, very good . But during the high pollution months of November, December and January, carbon monoxide becomes a problem . A layer of warm air traps the cold air beneath it, creating what is known as a thermal inversion. Fort Collins sometimes "shares" a brown cloud with Denver, with each city sending its cloud to its neighbor. Driving contributes 86 percent of the carbon monoxide pollution, while wood burning causes 12 percent, Thomas said. Also, the introduction of oxygenated fuels to the area has helped reduce pollution. Clean Air Colorado works to inform residents about ways in which they can improve the air quality, by driving less, carpooling or taking the bus , and by refraining from burning wood during high-pollution days. There are two intersections in town with signs telling drivers about the air's current status. If it is a low-pollution day, the sign reads "Clean Air- You Hold the Key."Otherwise, the sign reads, "Tomorrow, High Pollution, " or "Today, High Pollution." Thomas believes that informing the public is the first step toward improving the environment. "Before action," she said , "there has to be awareness."
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o you saw Dick Tracy and Back to the Future-Part Ill weeks ago; the kids have been out of school for a month and are g1vmg you that "what's next glare"; and you 're wondering what to do with the vacationing relatives that just dropped in from Kansas . Don't despair! Try a change of pace and indulge in some of the many arts and music programs being offerred in Fort Collins this summer. The city has more going on than ever be- Enjoy local talent Fridays for lunch at the Lincoln Center Sculpture fore , and the following are but a few selected activities to be enjoyed this The Fort Collins Pops Orchestra hosts its ever popular Summer Family Picnic Consummer: The Lincoln Center's "Out-to-Lunch" certs again this summer. This is a great Concert Series offers its second season of chance for the entire family to enjoy music free Friday noontime luncheon concerts in in a relaxed atmosphere. The next concert its beautiful outdoor sculpture garden. will be on Saturday, July 28th at AnheuserConcert hours are from 11 :30 to 1:00 pm Busch at 6:30 pm . Admission is $4.00 for every Friday through the end of August. adu lts, children under 12 are free . The Four local restaurants will rotate selling a "Festhaus Celebration" featuring Strauss variety of special lunches, or you can bring polkas, waltzes and polka bands will enteryour own . The participating eateries intain you. Come early for a tour of the brewery which will be offered throughout clude Cafe Columbine , Armadillo Restaurant, PanHandlers Pizza, and Lopiano's the day. Families are encouraged to bring Italian Express. Thanks go to the Lincoln a picnic lunch , spread out your blanket, and Center Support League who have provided have a great evening . funds for the series and who will be providThe Rooftop Garden Series will be pering a new canopy over the outdoor sound formed again this year by the Fort Collins Chamber Orchestra. You will find this sesystem to enhance future performances. The Lory Student Center at Colorado ries a fun retreat to hear wonderful music in State is sponsoring the Sunset Concert full view of the downtown and mountain Series on the Student Center's west lawn vistas . The top of the Downtown Parking for the Wednesday after work crowd. Hours Garage is a very engaging spot for Mostly are 6:00 to 8:00pm and admission is free . Mozart II on August 4. Adm ission is $5.00, It's a "something for everyone" variety of call 482-4823 for details. concerts with Be-Bop to Calypso running Lastly, the Summer Sounds Around Town through July 25th . series provides "How the West Was Won" The Downtown Business Association for the Fort Collins Symphony Orchestra's hosts their very special Concert Under the celebration of the NewWestFest. Favorite Stars on Thursday evenings, 7:00 to 9:30 western theme music will entertain yo u on through the end of August. Enjoy the atAugust 19th at 6pm . Once again , admismosphere of Old Town Plaza, and the music sion is free , and the location is the ever of some of your favorites from the Mark popular Library Park. Sloniker Group to The Subdudes. Mark Summer evening air enhances the proyour calendar for the Friday, August 17th ductions at the University Theatre's OutNewWestFest Kickoff. The Festival was a door Cafe Theatre Series. This year's stubig hit last year, and promises to be even dent productions feature "Steel Magnolias" by John Harling ; "Laundry and Bourbon" better in its second year.
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and "Lone Star", two one-act plays by James McClure; and the classic mystery "Night Must Fall" by Emlyn Williams . An informal ambiance characterizes the atmosphere on the campus for these productions, so don 't be afraid to bring the kids . Plays are performed on the plaza just â&#x20AC;˘ south ofthe "A" Wing of the Clark Building. Cold liquid refresh ments are available at your table before showtime and at intermissions. The plaza opens at 7:30 and curtain time is 8:30. It all adds up to a great summer Garden. evening out. Call the University Box Office at 491-5116 for ticket information and show dates. While on campus, take the time to enjoy "The Frontier Town : Builders and Boosters, American West Program-1990". Elements of th is summer-long program include an extensive list of lectures on the American Frontier Era, a miniseries honoring the 75th Anniversary of the Rocky Mountain National Park, and exhibits in the galleries of the Lory Student Center. Children and adults alike will enjoy "The Frontier Town Along the Front Range", which provides a pictorial look into our past in this area. This show is in the Curfman Gallery, first floor, Lory Student Center. A short trip up the stairs to the second floor will take you to a Native American Doll Collection, installed in the Duhesa Lounge , a space dedicated to the appreciation of the Native American Culture. Call the Department of History, 491-5230 or 491-6334 for details on lectures, classes , and exhibits. The Visual Arts at the Lincoln Center are alive and well this summer season too! So go inside to enjoy the Ninth Annual Fabric of Legacies Crossroads Quilts Exhibit, opening July 21 in the Lobby Gallery. This exhibit is a major fundraiser for Crossroads Safehouse for battered women and their children . A variety of quilts are on loan from the commun ity and include antiques as well as contemporary works. This year's main event will be held on July 28th at the Lory Student Center, with quilt related attractions for the public including many artisans, antique dealers, and quilt shops. In conjunction
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with the main quilt exhibit, the Lincoln Center will show "A Look at Lace" from the Mary Dwyer Collection in the Walkway Gallery. The Intimate Gallery will feature works of quilts by Katy Stowe. Take the opportunity to enjoy the Lincoln Center Terrace Sculpture Garden which can be appreciated best during the summer season. Highlighted is "Bronzed and Beautiful", a group of works from three regional founderies. These outdoor shows will be changed monthly through September. Enjoy! Fort Collins Children's Theatre alerts the kid-crowd that July 20th and 21st, the "Jam Revue" will stage its production of "Ali Saba and his Son Hadji", with showtimes at 2pm Friday, and 2pm and 7pm Saturday. Call Lincoln Center Box Office for ticket information, 221-6730. Take a few steps across the street from one of your many trips to the Lincoln Center to Marsanne's Cafe at 400 South Meldrum , for not only great food , but also for a look at the art on their walls! Enhancing the special feel of this local favorite will be a new exhibit by local artist, Dale Amy . "Expressional landscapes of nature images with an emotional curve" is how Amy characterizes his work. His 24 piece oil and enamel exhibit will be on view through August. Among the burgeoning galleries in Fort Collins is a favorite of many, the Walnut Street Gallery located at 21 Old Town Square. Owners Bill and Laura Eveleigh will be a part of The NewWestFest celebration with "Artists at Work" on August 18th and 19th. That Saturday and Sunday will bring several local artists and sculptors to work for all to view. Don't miss this or the gallery. Last, but not least, must be mentioned the enormous effort put in by those supporters of the dream soon to be realized in the "One West Contemporary Art Center" in its new home in the Old Post Office at Oak and College. Executive Director Rosalyn Spencer announces the Center "can be expected to be open in October in this landmark historic building which is on the National Register. The support has been incredible", she exclaims, "as all funds have been donated from the public. One West will contribute to the revitalization of the downtown district and to the City in general. It will be a forum for Colorado and regional artists to exhibit their works." Those wishing to participate in this landmark project to support the arts are encouraged to contact One West Contemporary Arts Center, 4822787, 1Oam to 4pm,. Monday through Friday at 148 West Oak Street, Fort Collins, CO 80524. Become a permanent part of the Founder's Wall, with all those contributing $200 or more listed in perpetuity. You 'll be hearing much more about this exciting project! Jeanie Greeno Aronson is a resident of Fort Collins with an interest in the arts.
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CALENDAR COLORADO STATE SUMMER THEATRE Evenings through July 28 Plaza opens 7:30pm, Curtain 8:30pm Clark Building Plaza Season Tickets $17.00/3 shows; $7.00 indiv.
SUMMER FAMILY PICNIC CONCERT Saturday, July 28, 6:30 pm Anheuser Busch $4.00 adults; children under 12 free
JUNIORLEAGUEOFFORTCOLLINS TERRACE AND GARDEN TOUR Saturday, August 4, 8:00am to 5:00pm 8 gardens throughout Fort Collins $5.00 donation adults, Children under 6 free $4.50 donation seniors, Group rates available
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Dining with your By Kay Rios ining out with kids is an experience any way you look at itand a very trying one at times . My children are living proof. My daughter's table manners weren't really the problem. In fact, her first words weren't "Mommy" and "Daddy", they were "ooooh, messy." (True story) My son, on the other hand, was the epitome of the bad. public dining experience. He was not above launching mashed potatoes at unsuspecting passersby. Pea spewing was another favorite of his. I spent most of my time watching him closely, trying to outguess him and anticipate his next move. I was a nervous wreck. Fortunately, there are appropriate settings where kids are not only welcome , but encouraged to come and where, with planning and a little help from the staff, "Mom" can relax a little bit. Showbiz Pizza Place, truly where "a kid can be a kid", has found popularity not only with kids but also with their parents. "We try to make it as easy as possible for parents", says assistant manager Lloyd Stone. He points to the birthday package as a good example. "The birthday package is $4.95 plus tax per person, with a four person minimum for pizza, soft drinks, hats, balloons, and game tokens", Stone says. In addition, Chuck E. (for entertainment) Cheese, one of the walk-around characters, delivers the cake . The kids are also kept busy with the sights and sounds of the on-stage performance by a variety of larger than life characters. Pizza fits the nutrition choice too , says Little Caesars®, providing protein, calcium and in most cases, items from each of the four food groups all in one serving. Their Pizza, Pizza®, two pizzas for one price is a bargain for families any day of the week. They use only natural ingredients and prepare pizzas low in calories and cholesterol. Robin LeBlanc , co-owner of Delfannie's Restaurant and Deli, sees the situation from a different perspective. "Today, with both parents working, they tend to dine out a lot and I'm learning that the children are the ones who make the choices. "For that rea-
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Katie Carney, Christopher and Zachary Keith line up for Kid's Cafe at Farmer's Inn.
son, LeBlanc says, "we developed our mascot, Delby Duck. Delby appears on weekends for the kids and is the highlight of our kids' menu. LeBlanc says that the food options please the kids as well as the adults. "Our kiddie menu is more advanced than most," she says, pointing to a variety of choices from fish and chips to baby-back ribs on the kids' lunch menu alone. The kids' dinner menu offers palatable delights such as cashew turkey salad or honeyglazed salmon. In addition, there are hearthealthy options available that are part of the Dine to Your Heart's Delight. A healthy environment is also at the top of the list for the Rainbow Limited , according to co-owner Steve Jones. "We have a smoke-free atmosphere and there's no alcohol. For some people that's really important. In addition, Jones feels that finances play a part. "Our meals are inexpensive and, with kids, that helps." The Rainbow Limited offers two separate children's menus with eight items on the breakfast and six on the lunch/dinner version. "You can come here, spend less than $20 and if the kids don't like it or they're cranky, it isn't such a financial loss. " And, face it, kids will get cranky from time to time. Jack Carney, owner/manager of Farmer's Inn, doesn't see that as a problem , however. Carney says his staff is also
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sensitive to the child-dining issue. "As soon as we hear a crying kid, they instantly get a balloon or crayons, something to distract them. We try to keep it normal in here." Normal, Carney believes, includes kids . "We've always been family oriented and have always encouraged bringing the kids ." That encouragement currently comes in the form of the "Kids' Cafe," where the child has a choice of two or three entrees and then side dishes of beans, rice, tortillas, and a dessert. Kids' Cafe runs from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Tuesdays, one kid eats free with each paid adult and on Wednesday, the price is $1 .79 for five items or $2.29 for six items. They recently introduced Monday Buffet Day 11 :OOam to 9:00pm "all you can eat" -$2.29 for children four to twelve and free for kids three and under. Mom and Dad can eat for $3.99 per person. Red Lobster associate manager, Will Jansen, sees seating as a valuable tactic. "Appropriate seating helps offset some of the realistic problems involved in dealing with healthy growing children in their younger years. " This realistic view is apparent in Red Lobster's other offerings to the younger set. There's a children 's fun book with Larry the Lobster and Shrimpy and a menu offering nine selections ranging from $2.75 to $3.25 that also folds out to a fish puppet. The frills all substantiate Jansen's statement: "We're very glad to havethem.lfwe get them when they are young, they will come back when they are older." And what would we do without dessert for those little darlings. TCBY is the perfect choice. They now feature sugar free frozen yogurt. "You can treat you kids to chocolate or strawberry yogurt at only 18-20 calories per ounce and won't have to worry about your kids getting so much sugar." They also have a non-fat yogurt which contains only 25 calories per ounce. What a great way to end a meal ! So go out and eat and take the little darlings - this town's eateries were made for them. Kay Rios is a freelance writer living in Fort Collins and a frequent contributor to Style Magazine.
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Sculpture As An Investment The Local Sculpture Scene By Laurence J. Wiland
t a recent New York art auction, a pair of paintings by Vincent van Gogh and Pierre Auguste Renoir sold for $160.6 millionthe kind of numbers that make investors drool. But art for investment's sake is a risky venture, and local artists, collectors and dealers advise a cautious approach when buying. Guy and Kathy Richardson , Fort Collins art collectors for almost 15 years, advise approaching art as carefully as you would any other investment. "You have to research what's out there, " says Guy. "Find out who the good artists are and deal with a reputable gallery. Get references." Art investment has its own special quirks, too. "A pitfall with art is that you might get emotionally attached to your investment, and decide not to sell it," Richardson adds. "But don't buy art you don't like, because others may not like it either, and you'd be stuck with it." The key is education . Richardson recommends a visit to the library to read up on the
"Sculpture in the Park" has grown to become the largest sculpture show in the country. The 1989 event attracted 15,000 attendees and grossed more than $300,000. kind of art you are considering collecting . Building a rapport with gallery owners can lead to knowledgeable recommendations. And for investment purposes, keep all documentation for the art you buy - sales receipts, brochures, registration cards, and anything else that came with your purchase.
A bronze sculpture by Geoge Lundeen at the Loveland Civic Center titled "The Joy of Music."
Proper documentation will protect you from fraud, and like a pedigree , will verify the authenticity of the piece when the time comes for resale. In case you're wondering , purchasing quality art won't require a trip to New York. Deane Knox, co-owner of the Driscol Galleries in Vail, Beaver Creek, and Denver says "Colorado's 'natural resources,' our foundaries have attracted nationally known artists to migrate to Colorado and many world renowned pieces are made right here in Colorado." Northern Colorado- especially Loveland- is gaining a national reputation as a mecca for sculptors. "We've created a bit of a new era along the Front Range,'' says Tim Joseph , owner of Joseph Studios, a bronze foundry in Fort Collins. "A lot of invention is being done ; it's like a bronze renaissance out here." Joseph estimates there are about half a dozen professional sculptors in the Fort Collins area, but that number pales in comparison to the 43 Loveland area sculptors who exhibited at a .recent sculpture show at Loveland's First National Bank. Local foundries are one reason for
Loveland's thriving sculpture community. Art Castings of Colorado, originally an industrial foundry, changed its focus to art in 1972 and now attracts a nationwide clientele of sculptors who work in bronze and stainless steel. Loveland Sculpure Works, a second Loveland foundry, started business three years ago. In addition to its casting facilities, Loveland Sculpture Works offers workshops and classes for professional and beginning artists. In 1985, Loveland became the first city in Colorado to pass an Art in Public Places Municipal Code , also known as "One Per Cent fcir the Arts. " This program, administered by the Loveland Visual Arts Com-. mission, designates one percent of capital projects more than $50,000 to be set aside for the arts. Today's result: $250,000 in the city's arts fund , and a municipal art collection- most of it bronze sculpture - exceeding $1 .25 million in value. More than 90% of that collection has been donated by private individuals and the Loveland High Plains Arts Council. The Arts Council was the 1985 brainch ild
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of five Loveland sculptors - Dan Ostermiller, George Lundeen, George Walbye, Hollis Williford and Fritz White- along with some interested citizens. The Council put together the annual "Sculpture in the Park" show and sale, which from modest beginnings has grown to become the largest sculpture show in the country. The 1989 event attracted 15,000 attendees and grossed more than $300,000. The 1990 show,on August 11 and 12, will feature 200 artists from around the country showing more than 600 pieces of sculpture. Benson Park, the site of the show, now boasts 23 permanent pieces of sculpture, many of them life-sized, and all purchased with revenues from the shows. Younger sculptors who are flourishing in the Loveland environment include Tony Hochstetler, Ed Hlavka, Tim Cherry and Valerie Breeze, among others. "People see a gallery or museum as intimidating," says Solveig Lark, owner of Gallery East in Loveland. "The art in the park is accessible; it's a good place to expose people to art. "The more you're exposed to good art, the more it becomes part of your life," Lark continues. "In Europe, art is part of the heritage. Monument bronzes and sculpture parks are popular there." Monument sculpture-generally life-size or larger- is most commonly commissioned or purchased by corporations and municipalities for public display. For individual collectors, Lark observes that best sellers are smaller bronzes in the $300 to $3000 range. While two-dimensional framed art needs wallspace, three dimensional art is easier "to put anywhere around the house," Lark says, which adds to its popularity. Lark stresses education when considering a purchase. "Do research, just as if you were buying stock," she says. "Don't take just one person's advice. Do your homework - visit shows, museums, galleries, and build your confidence. But buy what you really love; don't just buy art for investment's sake." The Fort Collins' sculpture scene, while active, is quite a bit more modest than Loveland's. Several local sculptors are showcased at the Walnut St. Gallery in Fort Collins. "A lot of Fort Collins people will go to Santa Fe or Taos to buy art," says gallery owner Laura Eveleigh. "But I'm trying to say that we can get it right here." Smaller pieces in the $300-$400 range that might adorn an end table or shelf are popular sales, Eveleigh adds. The gallery had displayed and sold some recast Remington bronzes, but smaller collectibles like Zuni fetishes - small stone pieces of animals embodying magical powers- sell the best. The Driscol Galleries, some of the largest
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sculpture galleries in the country, display, lease, and sell works of many Colorado sculptors. Deane Knox emphasizes that sculpture, unlike many other art forms, requires great discipline on the part of the artist. They must take extreme care in their work or much time , energy, and money can be lost in.damaged castings . Because of the sheer nature of materials and casting costs, a bronze artist, particularly a monument sculptor, has an enormous investment before he has any of an edition ready for sale. Since bronze has such a historic and intrinsic value (it has been held in high regard for over 6000 years) those artists whose works become sought after, can earn a great deal of money.
"Alabaster seems to be getting more popular at every show I've been to, although all types of stone still take a back seat to bronze and metal," says Jones. Part of the reason is that while alabaster makes for a beautiful finished product, it doesn't weather well. But when you collect stone sculpture, "you know it's one of a kind ," sculptor and foundry owner Tim Joseph points out. Bronzes are cast in limited editions. Typically, as the editions sell, the artist will raise the price of the piece. Many of the pieces being created by sculptors today may double in value or appreciate as much as 600 percent at the completion of an edition. "It's a matter of supply and demand," says Loveland sculptor George Lundeen. His life-sized bronze "Departure," depicting two lovers on a bench, sold for $36,000 in 1983. The last of the edition sold this year for $140,000. The number of the edition must be chosen by the artist prior to casting, however, and can't be changed thereafter. But just as a collector assumes financial risk in buying a piece, so does an artist in producing one. "After all, we're making something people don't really need," says Joseph. "You can't eat it!"
George Lundeen's life-sized bronze "Departure," depicting two lovers on a bench, sold for $36,000 in 1983. The last of the edition sold this year for $140,000. Just as bronze has overcome Loveland, so stone sculpture may develop a niche in Fort Collins due to a nearby supply of high quality alabaster. Stan Jones, owner of Colorado Alabaster Supply, sells about 150-200 tons of the stone annually to artists in the area and around the country.
Laurence Wiland is a freelance writer living in Fort Collins.
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Bea Romer speaks for the children ... By Sandra Cowan "The crises in the early childhood and "I was touched by the fact that the moms the childcare arenas stem from the changwere facing the need to grow, to learn and ing family structure and family workforce," to become (a worthwhile individual) . A lot of says Colorado's first lady Bea Romer, the it comes from wanting their children to have wife of Governor Roy Romer. Mrs. Romer a better life and circumstance . It is a rehas a bachelor's degree in child developsponsibility." The community needs supment from Colorado State University in Fort port and effort from the parents and the Collins and holds a master's degree in eduschool district to continue these programs. cational psychology from the University of Another community response was a Colorado at Denver. She is certified as a gentleman senior citizen who started a program to read to preschoolers. Refamily life specialist. She addresses the issues of early child development, the childsearch shows that children who are read to are children who read and succare crisis, the workplace role, and the direction of the 90's children. ceed . Mrs. Romer points out that extended "We need a community that is safe, that cares, that educates." The comfamily situations are not available today. munity provides the same set of funcThe traditional family structure has changed. tions that a family does, yet in a different Many families are headed by single moms or dads and teen parents are more prevaframe. The community can become alive lent. Working parents need to find child care around its members. that is available and affordable. The problem of how to make childcare Unfortunately, many childcare providaccessable to more people still exists. A ers leave the field because it is not econsubsidy that would make childcare more omically viable . Luckily, many dedicated available is being addressed primarily at the local level. In Leadville , Colorado the childcare workers remain because they truly care for children. community worked together to create a "I am hoping to increase the awareness center from a vacant elementary school to that the early years are so very important. provide childcare from early morning to late We as a community need to realize that we evening 365 days of the year for working have a lot of say in supporting those chilparents. dren - who are all our chil- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - dren in a real sense." Chil- Mrs. Romer concentrates on family and dren who are now part of the community will be a viable children's issues. She travels the state to part of the workforce in the focus attention on "First Impressions," year 2000. Businesses are which works to build community concerned . The number of children dropping out of coalitions to address the needs of young school is a problem. Early children. circumstances do not make Fort Collins addresses many of the same the school situation easy to benefit from. The solutions are not new. The family needs. Prenatal care for healthy-born chilprovides certain functions for its members. dren is important. Indigent children born of The family provides physical safety by low-birth weight are much more likely to means of a house to live in; emotional have multiple problems and need financial and emotional help. Our community is aware safety through nourishment and nurturance of the benefit of having healthy born chilof food, training, and education. Each family member needs to be nurtured . Socializadren. Fort Collins Children's Clinic with its pay-what-you-can plan for indigent families tion and self esteem for the children and the and Poudre Valley Hospital's new prenatal parents come from the family . When Mrs. Romer visited a family learnwing attest to that. The first 60 months of life (first five ing center in Fort Collins, she was pleased years) are crucial in the development of the to see that the moms, who studied for their GEDs, had gained skills and competency. child. Once the child is in kindergarten and
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first grade, there are systems that can directly and specifically ascertain where the child is, where his direct support system is, what the child's needs are, and if parent education is needed. "I feel the greatest need is with young children and their families, particularly around childcare and health. We need to celebrate the diversity of each family member." The focus needs to be on a revolutionary movement from all people. Governor Romer joins Mrs. Romer in asserting that it is "time to act on what we value the most." First Impressions The Governor's Initiative "Childcare is a workforce issue," says Donna Chitwood, State Director of First Impressions. The mission of the three-year-old First Impressions is "to create public awareness about the first five years of a child's life, and to encourage local community responsiveness to the needs of the parents of young children ." It 's advisory council includes 25 representative members from around the state in business, higher education, schools, and early childhood education . They provide advice and act as a clearinghouse . Their number is 1-866-297 4.
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First Impressions four priorities are: 1. To build community coalitions- mainly through forums to draw together people from various systems of legal, business, religious, educational - public and private, headstart, preschool, and healthcare providers. 2a. To develop or work with an existing childcare resource and referral network and to develop a statewide system of childcare informationon preschools. The network encompasses care for after school, for mildly ill, and for evenings. It provides an entry point for parents to call and say, "I need childcare." b. To inform the business community that childcare is a workforce issue. Presently, childcare is paid for by the parent "It's unrealistic to think that there will be a subsidy from a state budget for childcare. They have the greatest gain other than the parent." First Impressions wants to get the word out to every employer that childcare is impacting the way business is done. c. To increase the amount of employer benefits in childcare by 60% over the next two years perhaps by having an onsight childcare or nursery centers, by educating employees on cafeteria/payroll deduction plans for childcare, or by offering a resource referral program. Colorado can be a model employer. 3. To conduct a public awareness campaign including birthday messages to parents of Colorado newborn infants informing parents that they are undertaking an important job and providing an informational packet. Mrs. Romer visits communities to give them information and help them understand the focus and scope of First lmpresssions. The factors that put children at risk of dropping out of school can be identified very early. The state legislature allocates funds for this project, and 2000 children are being served in the pilot project per year. Fort Collins is served at Mountain View School through Headstart. 4. To help establish statewide guidelines for children and families. Colorado currently has no policy. A shift in thinking is taking place. Since children live within a family, the best chance for improving a child's life is when the family gets support. The goal is to reinforce the family unit. Through strategic planning the child can be helped. The Governor's office set up a team consisting of executive directors and deputy directors of human service agencies in the state government; also included are Mrs. Romer, First Impressions, and the Governor's policy research office. Top government officials have made a strong commitment to focus on family and emphasize prevention and intervention. Mrs. Romer is proud to see our state moving in such an affirmative direction.
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R.For "When I see the coordination among the industrialized Western nations for this 10-year period, I am optimistic." By Sandra Cowan
Style is honored to have President Gerald R. Ford, the 38th President of the United States, share his thoughts on global economic development. At almost 77 years old, he remains active with national , state, and local activities. What is the key to world economic development? President Ford: There has to be coordination between the Western industrialized nations, which includes the United States, West Germany, France, Great Britain , and Japan on economic and fiscal policy in order to maintain future global growth and prosperity. Where are we headed economically in the 90's? President Ford: I'm very optimistic. I believe in West Germany and Japan, where they apparently have an inflationary problem. Their government authorities are taking the proper action in the monetary field to meet that challenge . What problems do you see in the next decade? President Ford: I am optimistic when I look at all the political and economic developments in Eastern Europe, and I see things that are potentially going to happen in the Pacific basin, and when I see the coordination among the industrialized Western nations for this 10-year period.
_ _......., Will the completion of the European Common Market Plan in 1992 make the Western European countries a superpower? President Ford: No, I do think they will have a tremendous impact economically and politically around the world, but they do not have the potential to be "the" dominant force . The United States will still be a very significant player. Japan, in 1992, will continue to expand and have growing economic influence. 1992 in Europe, I believe , will be a constructive step forward but will not give them total power to dominate the world economically. Do you see this as a threat to the United States? President Ford: It will ' be a challenge , of course. But I do not see it as a problem we cannot handle both from our government's and business community's point of view. What effect will a reunified Germany have on the United States? President Ford: I do not like to talk about the reunification . I feel more comfortable talking about the unification of Germany. As long as Germany, in a unified sen~" agrees to the existing Polish l , as long as unified Germany has a connection with or a relationship with NATO, and as long as Germany is a responsible partner of the European Economic Community, I think we , in the United States, can feel comfortable. If, on the other hand, Germany goes off on its own, then I would worry; but I see no possibility of that taking place. Should a government-owned bank (a regional bank, not a world bank) consisting of countries like the What impact will the British release of United State, Japan, and others Hong Kong in 1997 to China have on finance Eastern Europe's the world? development? President Ford: That deal is done between President Ford: I feel very strongly that we the British government and the People's must have a joint economic assistance Republic of China I believe our concern is mechanism or an organization of countries that the People's Republic are faithfully carestablished so that we (the U.S.) do not rying out the agreement. If that is done, then have to provide unilateral aid to Eastern I believe the agreement is sound and will be European countries . I am not sure you in the interest of all parties. ought to call it a bank. I believe (it should be You do not see any possibility of called ) an organization just to make sure another massacre such as in there is coordination in the allocation of reTiananmen Square? sources available to the emerging Eastern President Ford: No, I do not. European countries. Is economic reform impossible without Should the United States lift the political reform? sanctions from South Africa and President Ford: The situation in the Nicaragua? People's Republic of China dramatically President Ford: If there is continued progemphasizes that if you are going to have ress in South Africa between de Klerk and economic reform- a change from a totally Mandela, we ought to carefully analyze the government-dominated economic system lifting of some sanctions. In the case of to a free market system- you have to have Nicaragua, if Chamorro and Ortega really corresponding political freedom. They go have a reconciliation, and if there is total hand-in-hand. If you get one without the agreement by the Sandinistas to cooperate other, you are bound to have subsequent in the new Chamorro government, then I difficulties. think the United States should have an
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open mind vis-a-vis Nicaragua. We should help them economically and in every way we can. That would, of course, include the lifting of sanctions. How should the United States resolve its debt? President Ford: I am disappointed in the way the fiscal policy has been managed by both the Congress and the White House for the last eight or nine years. The budgetary problems of this country are the joint responsibility of the executive and legislative branches. When you look at the annual deficits we have had, we should be disappointed. We have got to do better and if we do not, we are going to be facing an economic time bomb, which could have serious economic repercussions. I know the people who are in responsible positions understand this and I hope they have the political will power to improve. Do you see a solution to that? President Ford: Cooperation between the President and the Democratic leadership in the House and the Senate is the answer. Should the United States continue with the Strategic Defense Initiative? President Ford: I think we ought to continue with some of the basic research. In light of the changed relationship, or potential changed relationship with the Soviet Union, there can be some slow down. On the other hand, even if a strategic arms agreement is established, I think there ought to be some research on the SOl program. What is the potential trade relationship between the United States and Japan? President Ford: I talked with President Bush and three or four of his top advisers after they had met with Prime Minister Kaifu. They felt that progress had been made and that the atmosphere had been improved for success in solving some of these trade difficulties. No specifics were agreed upon then, but there was a feeling that the atmosphere was greatly improved and therefore the possibility of success was much better. Describe a day in the life of President Ford. President Ford: It varies. I have a wide variety of interests. I have been to 178 colleges and university campuses since I left the White House 13 years ago. I have taught about 700 classes at big, small, private, public schools, and four black colleges. I have enjoyed that part of my program more than anything really. I give 12 to 15 speeches a year to raise money for charities -the Boy Scouts, United Way, Boy's Clubs, etc. I am on five corporate boards, which meet periodically every month or so and am challenged by that. I try to improve my golf game whenever I have the chance. I gave up skiing two years ago because of bad knees. It is a busy time. I get a lot of correspondence. It is an interesting, challenging, busy life. Have you helped with the ski campaign in Colorado? President Ford: I have been very active from the very beginning with the Legend Ski Competition and the Celebrity Ski races (in Vail). This is the sixth year it has been held. Is this a fund raiser? President Ford: Yes, for the local charities in the Vail Valley, just as my golf tournament is here in the summer.
Sandra Cowan is a free-lance writer based in Fort Collins. She is a frequent contributor to Style Magazine. Biography of Gerald R. Ford, 38th President of the United States 1913- July 14, born in Omaha, Nebraska 1941- received LL.B. from Yale University Law School 1948 - married Elizabeth Bloomer, together they had four children (three sons and one daughter) 1948 - elected to U.S. House of Representatives, served 25 years 1963- elected Chairman of Republican Conference - appointed by President Lyndon Johnson as a member of Presidential Commission investigating the assassination President John F. Kennedy; co-authored the book, Portrait of the Assassin (1965) 1965 - chosen Minority Leader 1968- served as permanent chairman of Republican National1972 Convention 1973 - October 12, nominated Vice President of the United States to succeed Spiro T. Agnew who resigned 1974- August 9 to January 20, 1977 served as President of the United States 1979- wrote autobiography, A Time to Heal President Ford is the recipient of many awards and of numerous Honorary Doctor of Law Degrees from various colleges and universities.
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THE FAMILYVACATION GROWS UP By Jim Mucklow of Choice Travel Travel today with youngsters does not mean a totally child oriented vacation . Numerous opportunities exist for family outing that intermix the interests of child and their parents as well. Historic encounters in travel all across the United States provides information on the growth and strengths of our country museums, historic homes, democracy in action in Washington, D.C., and the true beauty of our countrysides is there for the enjoyment of all the family. Modes of transportation can make life easy on mom and dad too. Choose perhaps airplane to destinations and drive to local points of interest, or select an Amtrak train, scenic bus tours or river and lake boat excursions. Part of the fun of a family vacation such as this is the planning and participatory stages. 1 . Get books and pamphlets about the areas you'll visit from the library and your travel agent. 2. Prepare an itinerary with your children so they can see where they're going on a map and can follow along as the trip progresses. 3. Children old enough to write and/or able to use a camera may wish to keep a journal of their travels. Younger children can also keep a journal of sorts with their drawings of the journey. You may wish to purchase some postcards of areas visited for their journal. 4. When you return home, help your youngsters formalize their materials- Mount photos with copy and bind the written or drawn materials. Perhaps your child may wish to make a cover for his journal. Your child will remember and enjoy much more of your vacation if he participates in these ways. Another possibility for travel with you children is the increasing popularity of the family cruise . No longer is a cruise something only your grandparents or maiden aunt would do. They have so much more to offer than ever before. Premier Cruise Lines offer two vacations in one with their unique idea of combining a luxury cruise to the Bahamas with a full vacation package at Walt Disney World Vacation Kingdom . The cost of this package is all inclusive covering the cruise , the hotel, car rental , Disney World admission- THE WORKS! These packages provide mom and dad with the luxury and relaxation they deserve from a cruise- outstanding food, entertainment, and amenities. While they're having
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fun , their children can participate in separate supervised programs for various ages -2-4, 5-7, 8-12 and teens . On board youth facilities include indoor and outdoor recreation areas, a teen disco, Pluto's Playhouse, a movie theater, and an ice cream parlor. Each group has a daily calendar of events - just like Mom and Dad, with events such as tug of war, treasure hunts, talent contests, and arts and crafts. Then after the cruise, enjoy all the sights of Disney - the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney-MGM Studios Theme Park, and Spaceport USA at Kennedy Center. There is group babysitting in the afternoons and evening if desired , and at family dining times parents can enjoy international gourmet fare , while the kids partake of hotdogs or chicken. Bruce Nierenberg; executive vice president of Premier says, "With the ever increasing number of families where both parents work,
quality family time is essential. A cruise can be a perfect family vacation because of the variety of activities that parents and their children can enjoy together or separately. " "Club Med Loves Families" and provides the vacation the entire family will enjoy. With locations throughout the world, you can select from a variety of types of clubs. Its easy to spend family time together or to pursue interests independently. In Club Med's Baby Club, Mini Club and Kids Clubs, your children will find a full program of games, activities and sports lessons. The chefs prepare food with children in mind and at night you can see your children shine as they participate on stage or in a circus. While the kids have their own time, Mom and Dad can enjoy numerous land and water sports, fine dining, and evening entertainment. A trip to Club Med opens minds, opens imagination, opens the world .
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VAN LINCK "/love classic design in beautiful, bright colors but nothing faddish. I am particularly fond of jewelry designed for me by my husband and custom made by local craftpeople." By Linda Roesener
an Linck exudes classic elegance, the epitome of the gracious wife of a university Provost and an active participant in the arts of the Fort Collins community. Van's interest in the arts began long ago and was perpetuated during her husband's tenure at the University of Minnesota at St. Paul. There is an active arts culture in the city and the Linck family all had various artistic interests. The Lincks interest in the promotion of arts and culture continued here in Fort Collins after they moved here 5-1/2 years ago when AI was appointed provost at Colorado State University. Here Van has been more actively involved in a variety of arts and cultural realms. She is a industrious worker on behalf of the Fort Collins Symphony Guild -as chairman of the spring Antique Fair and as a tour guide for the Symphony of Homes tour. Van serves on the Board of Directors of the Fort Collins Symphony and will be the 1991 treasurer. "The quality of the symphony here is superb," says Van. "We are so fortunate to have such a talented orchestra providing so very many cultural opportunities in our community." When AI was approached to assist in the formation of One West Contemporary Art Center, it was natural for Van to join in the volunteers. AI serves as chairman of the board of directors for the Center. The Center will operate as a regional art center serving Colorado and neighboring states with a central location for display of the works of local and regional artists and craftspeople. Programs will be offered for children, teenagers, and adults with a focus mainly on contemporary art of a region steeped in Western culture. Future plans include visiting artists, artist-in-residence, an art library and education center, and
inter-arts programs. Van excitedly notes that while they have had ups and downs in the movement toward completion of the Center, the financial goal necessary for the purchase of the Old Post Office building is near. "Then the real work begins - volunteers scrubbing, cleaning , painting, and fixing up and professionals repairing stunning detail work and adding finishing touches." Van commends Roz Spencer, full time director for the Center, and all the area artists for their diligent and tireless work toward making One West a reality. One West Contemporary Art Center's Statement of Focus closes with "Our overriding goal is to contribute to the quality of life of our community and to be a productive addition to its educational and business opportunities. We are dedicated to generating greater support for and participation in the arts and to serve as gathering place for artists and art lovers everywhere." Van states with pride that each of the members of her family is a pleasant blend of arts and science talent. Van grew up in Minnesota and received her teaching degree from the University of Minnesota. She spent time teaching in the public schools in St. Paul and also taught on educational television . Her interests in fabric and sewing are extensive and for two years she taught and worked with Simplicity Patterns. In the mid 70's as a parent, she became interested in early childhood education and started a Montessori school. One of her proudest accomplishments was the establishment of a Montessori Training Center at the College at St. Thomas in St. Paul. Van notes with pleasure that the program is still in existence there. Her husband, AI has a
keen interest in all areas of design. Many of the jewelry pieces worn by Van were designed by AI and made by local artisans. Their oldest son, Erik, 31 is a family practice physician in St. Paul and their younger son, Troy, 25 attends Colorado State University in Studio Art with an emphasis on sculpture. Van loves to garden, spends much time with sewing and needlework, enjoys music appreciation study of all types, and refurbishes and refinishes furniture, mostly antiques. Colorado State is lucky to have Van participate in programs there including a special interest in the extensive garment and flat fabric collection accumulating at the Gustafson Gallery in the Department of Design, Merchandising and Consumer Sciences. This historic and designer collection, started in 1986, is a regional resource of over 7000 garments and flat fabrics. It was modeled after the Goldstein Gallery atthe University of Minnesota where Van was also an active supporter. Van also often entertains university guests with her husband and is hostess at numerous uni versity functions. Style Magazine commends Van Linck for all her hard work on arts and culture in our community and look forward with her to the completion of the One West Contemporary Art Center.
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