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Saddle Up!

July 2013 Volume 11 Issue 7 Publisher Mike Waid mike.waid@waidpublishing.com

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Join The SaddleUp! Suitcase Party, a celebrated fundraiser benefiting the non-profit’s impressive equine assisted therapy program.

Peeking into Parker

A Century of Amazing Grace: The Ruth Memorial Chapel

Bookends

The Dog Who Danced

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Hands On History

History of Colorado Center

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ho wouldn’t want a gemstone whose various color nuances have such melodious names as Santa Maria (from the Itabira mine in Brazil), Santa Maria Africana (from mines in Mozambique), Espirito Santo (from the state in Brazil with the same name), and Martha Rocha named after the Brazilian beauty queen of 1954?

Who wouldn’t want a gemstone that is said to arouse feelings of friendship, harmony, and trust? Who wouldn’t want a gemstone that, according to traditions, promises marital happiness to the woman who wears it? And who wouldn’t want a gemstone that captures the lucid blue of the oceans and stirs visions of mermaids, treasure chests, and ancient sailing vessels? Who wouldn’t want a gem-

stone named literally water-sea – from the Latin aqua = water and mare = sea?

But aquamarine is much more than a name. It is one of our most popular and best-known gemstones – almost as popular as the ageless ruby, emerald, and sapphire. An outstanding feature of the aquamarine is that it is almost entirely free of inclusions, those solid, liquid, or gaseous foreign bodies enclosed in a mineral or rock. It also has a hardness that makes it durable and protects it from scratches. v Scott McQueen is the owner of Pinetree Jewelers, Parker’s oldest jewelry store, established in 1976. It is located at 11028 S. Pikes Peak Dr. in Parker. For more information on gemstones or jewelry of any kind call 303-841-2666 or visit pinetreejewelers.com.

Douglas County Libraries - Parker Naioma Walberg id you know that Rowley Downs was named after a pioneer family that came to Parker in 1862? How about that Tallman Meadow Park and the Tallman Gulch Trail are named after Elizabeth and John Tallman who started ranching near the present day Ave Maria church in 1866? The Parker

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n Friday, August 2nd from 6-10pm, supporters of SaddleUp! Foundation will gather at the Mayo Aviation Hanger at Centennial Airport for the SaddleUp! Suitcase Party, a celebrated fundraiser benefiting the non-profit’s impressive equine assisted therapy program. Guests will come ready with their bags packed, hoping they’ll win the grand prize, a trip to California wine country on a private jet, departing that evening. Two seats are selected from purchase baggage claim raffle tickets, and an additional two are awarded to the highest bidder in the evening’s live auction.

Even if guests aren’t able to secure a wine country getaway, the event offers many other top notch incentives. Four other lucky auction bidders will be whisked away to Vail in luxury, as a limousine departs that evening with Chef Kelly Liken and her partner and wine connoisseur, Rick Colomitz.

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PeEking into Parker

A Century of Amazing Grace:

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arker’s stretch of downtown isn’t long, but it is distinguished.

Right off Mainstreet is an understated gem that has survived decades of time and change, retaining its historical integrity and maintaining its unique charm. If you are heading down Mainstreet, past the park, past the great restaurants and shops, past the bit of hustle and bustle that Parker can drum up, you’ll find the Ruth Memorial Chapel, sitting quietly off our main stretch through downtown Parker. This charming landmark, which recently celebrated its 100th anniversary, is one of those mile markers of Parker’s rich history. Undoubtedly, Parker residents have driven or strolled by this quaint chapel, but not many may be familiar with the story behind the structure, which was originally dedicated in a ceremony a century ago.

In the early 1900’s, there weren’t many options for settlers of the Parker area to hold organized religious services. Schoolhouses were often utilized for church services and by 1909 services were regularly held in the Allison School House. It was during this time that the foundation for the Ruth Memorial Chapel started to form. A gentleman by the name of Reverend Varner purchased a large parcel of land as a ranch in the area and became increasingly more involved in local church activities, including officiating funeral services for James S. Parker. As the community continued to grow,

If you are heading down Mainstreet, past the park, past the great restaurants and shops, past the bit of hustle and bustle that Parker can drum up, you’ll find the Ruth Memorial Chapel, sitting quietly off our main stretch through downtown Parker.

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so did the interest in building a permanent church. Committees and trustees for a new church were formed in February of 1912. This new church’s site was made possible with land donations from George Parker and one of the planned church’s trustees, Dr. Walter Heath. Work on the church began that same month, late February, 1912. Four months later, June of 1912, marked the first gathering held at the new church. An official dedication of the church took place on May 25th, 1913. The church’s name, Ruth Memorial, was chosen to honor of one of Dr. Heath’s children, who had passed away at a very young age. Dr. Heath himself never saw the completion of the church, as he too passed away very suddenly, just one month into the construction of Ruth Memorial Church.

Today, the Ruth Memorial Church still stands, its pristine white walls unchanged amongst years of progress and growth that has taken place all around it. The number of family celebrations, weddings, baptisms, and gatherings that have taken place within the humble walls of this quaint one room church are too numerous to measure. The traditions started by Parker’s earliest community members live on, as weddings and other small, more intimate events still take place in this historical landmark, that sits, rather subtly, just off Mainstreet. As it should be, the Ruth Memorial Church has been placed on the national register of historic places and is recognized as a historical landmark by the Town of Parker. Frank Gehry once said, “In the end, the character of a civilization is encased in its structures.” Parker’s character is well represented by this small but noble chapel, proudly perched along Mainstreet, where it has watched Parker grow for the last one hundred years and where it will see Parker thrive for the next hundred years.

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The Dog Who Danced by Susan Wilson Justine Meade has led a difficult life, where she has ended up losing most of the people she has ever cared for. She is traveling across the country to be with her sick father, when she is separated from her dog, Mack. Justine fervently works to try and track down her beloved dog, while also dealing with her father’s illness and the broken family she left behind years ago. Mack is taken in by Ed and Alice Parmalee, a couple dealing with their own tragedy. Although they are hesitant to let Mack into their hearts, the Parmalees eventually let their guard down and are brought healing by this amazing dog.

PAM: I loved the way the author gives us different perspectives throughout this story. We hear from Justine, Ed, Alice, and Mack (the dog). I have always loved books that give the reader a dog’s perspective of a story and this was no different. Did you enjoy that aspect of the book?

BECKY: This is my first book that had an animal’s perspective included as a major character. I have to tell you that I was a little wary but I love how the author approached the communication barrier between Mack and the human characters. I actually like Mack more than Justine. What did you think of her character?

PAM: I had a hard time connecting with Justine. I felt sorry for her when she lost Mack and had to deal with her estranged family, but I just didn’t understand many of her decisions and her way of thinking. I know she had a very difficult upbringing, but the way she dealt with her son made me sad. Did her decisions as a mother frustrate you, Becky?

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BECKY: I am torn on how to answer your question. Yes, she made some poor choices that resulted in multiple jobs in various cities. Yet, there is the other side of the coin where you can see that she only wants to make a better situation for her and her son. For example, one of the special treats that Justine provides for her son are juice boxes in his lunch so he can be like the other kids at school. While she is rushing out to work an extra shift and leaving her son with a teenage babysitter that she can’t remember the name of, her son calls to her and says, “I don’t need juice boxes.” I paused here because this broke my heart. She needs the extra shift so she can pay the bills but her son just wants to spend time with her. Did you want to know more about her son or did you enjoy the balance that Mack brought to the story?

PAM: During the first part of the book, as she is remembering parts of her past, I was curious about what happened with her son and where he went. However, those questions were answered throughout the story and I had a feel for her son, even though there weren’t many specifics. Too much more information may have taken away from the balance of her current life and the memories she was recalling. Justine’s stepmother was very hostile and never had anything nice to say. How did you feel about her character

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and would you have gone back when she called?

BECKY: The stepmother was an easy character to hate and I didn’t change my feelings about her as the story progressed. I was surprised that Justine went home to help while her father was in the last season of his life. I wouldn’t have returned to that toxic situation and I don’t think that it fit her character to return. Do you think that Justine was looking for closure or was her return out of obligation?

PAM: I think that Justine returned to help her stepmother with her father’s care because of both reasons. Her boss talked her into going and helping, but I think she would have ended up going to try to find some closure. Justine’s mother died unexpectedly and her father remarried the next door neighbor, who clearly disliked and resented the little girl. Justine was hoping to hear her father apologize for never standing up for her and for allowing the environment of her upbringing. Perhaps she was also hoping her stepmother had changed, although she clearly had not over the years. I felt that the author tried to have the reader feel pity for her toward the end of the book, however, she was such a nasty and selfish woman that I was unable to feel sorry for her for very long. Justine met a man, Mitch, who helped her with her search for Mack. They became close rather quickly. Did you find this relationship believable?

BECKY: I really enjoyed that part of the book. When Justine had lost her dog and was abandoned, Mitch offered her a ride that would take her close to her final destination. He didn’t judge her but simply listened to her story. It was just what she needed and although he was interested he didn’t push for more than she was ready to offer. Mack is found by a couple that has a painful past of their own. Did you enjoy both of those characters?

PAM: I did enjoy this portion of the story. These characters needed Mack so much more than he needed them! I loved the way Mack was constantly trying to herd his two new humans together into the same room. Mack’s perspective of their relationship and feelings really added depth to this part

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BECKY: I enjoyed this couple and it was refreshing to have a mature relationship in a story. When we meet Ed and Alice they are distant from each other and separately trying to heal from a tragic death and Ed’s recent loss of employment. Alice immediately wants to bring Mack into their home but Ed is not as eager to take on this responsibility. Mack not only moves into their home but deep into their hearts and although he brings happiness to this couple he longs for Justine. I was torn in my decision about whom he belongs to.

Do you think Justine was his rightful owner or the Parmalee couple that so desperately needed him?

PAM: That was so hard! I could completely put myself into both positions and find valid reasons why each side could claim ownership. Ultimately, I

do think that Justine was the rightful owner, but I wanted Alice and Ed to be able to keep him as well. This struggle reminded me of a book we read a while back, “The Light Between Oceans.” There was a similar feeling created in that story, although it was about a baby, not a dog. Honestly, there couldn’t have been a perfect ending with the feelings for both sides. However, I felt that the author wrapped everything up nicely. Did you like the way the author ended the book?

BECKY: The ending was not what I would have written but it fit perfectly with the rest of the story. All of the characters found a level of closure, growth and an ability to move forward. Can we ask for more than that?

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On his journey Bradley meets and sees many different animals and regions. In Carlsbad, New Mexico, Bradley meets Barclay the acting bat. As Bradley travels through Mexico he meets Bella the blue morpho butterfly and in South America Bradley meets two “not so nice bats” named Victor the Vampire Bat and Fabio the Fruit Bat. Victor and Fabio give Bradley terrible directions and Bradley ends up in Antarctica where he meets Pete the Emperor Penguin and Wally the Walrus. Throughout the story Bradley learns about courage, danger, integrity, and independence. Bradley is a book for all ages, Kindergarten through adult.

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rently an educator in the Douglas County School District. He lives in Parker, Colorado where he continues to be inspired by his many students, family and friends.

About the illustrators: Carter Schmidt is six years old. He is a first grader at Skyview Academy in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.

Carter enjoys chocolate, root beer, art, cooking, camping, learning about rocks, minerals, and tornadoes.

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Hands on History

The History Colorado Center

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uly 4th always reignites the flames of patriotism and pride in both our coun- amazing exhibit with a 40x60 foot map of Colorado beneath your feet created try and our communities. We are reminded of our history and pay tribute by artist Steven Weitzman. As the “steam punk” style, 7 foot tall time machine is to those who sacrificed to lay the groundwork for and continue to protect pushed over regional “hot spots” the animated map comes to life with video screens the place we call home. When I was teaching US History to ninety 5th turning back time to tell stories of the history in those “hot spots.”

Through September 2, visitors can take in images of American soldiers through graders every day, I would always look for ways to find a connection in what we were studying to their lives; a way to make it come alive for them so I could avoid over 100 large scale images showing America’s finest serving during the Civil War, Spanish -American War, WWI and WWII, Korea, Vietthe dreaded “eye roll” that often follows the words “history nam, the Gulf War, Afghanistan and Baghdad. The Amerclass.”

FROM the amazing, ican Soldier, From the Civil War to Iraq, A Photographic Whether you’re a history “geek” like me or not, there’s hands on exhibits to Tribute, gives us a glimpse of what our troops have seen always something that can peak an interest in our histothe wide variety of from the dangerous to the victorious moments throughout ry, and usually the idea of going to a museum is not one history and still today. Due to the nature of the display, this of them. Unless you plan to make a day of it at History special programs exhibit may not be suitable for all audiences, but I can’t Colorado Center. Visitors of all ages literally step into and and events, to think of a better time than the month we celebrate our experience history. The hands on exhibits allow you to conthe archaeology country’s independence to experience this remarkable tribnect to experiences and really understand what it was like to descend into a silver mine, ride in a Model T, or many other classes and summer ute to our military.

In addition to its wondrous exhibits, the History Coloexperiences. Also be sure to check out the 1200 square foot camps offered, this is rado Center has a full calendar of special events as well; modular railroad train display. definitely more than they offer Story Time, Museum Theater, and Summer My daughter recently visited the History Colorado Center with her 4th grade class and came home, eyes wide with just another museum. Camp Programs, just to name a few. Their site contains links to biographies, online resources and homework help. excitement, telling me all about how she got to milk a cow, collect eggs from the henhouse and pretend to be a homesteader in the High Plains Family activities and online exhibits can also be found online.

A page of bragging about the History Colorado Center doesn’t really come close town of Keota. A 5,000 square foot exhibit allows you to select goods from the general store, take a bumpy virtual ride in an old Model T and learn how people to doing it justice. From the amazing, hands on exhibits to the wide variety of special programs and events, to the archaeology classes and summer camps offered, this lived their everyday lives a century ago.

In addition to the “All Aboard Colorado” railroad exhibit and the wonders of is definitely more than just another museum. History Colorado Center brings the Keota, visitors can check out many other equally exceptional exhibits. Denver A to world around us to life and connects where we are now to where we started - and Z explores what makes Denver unique through every letter of the alphabet, from shows us where we are headed. If you haven’t already been there, there’s no time Adrenaline to Zombies. Have a digital “throw down” between Denver icons, like like the present.

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Aug. 22 Phat Daddy high energy dance music

On the Mainstage

Summer Outdoor Amphitheater

Third Thursday Art Walk

Oklahoma! one of the most beloved musicals of all time

Chris Daniels and the Kings soul and horn-infused rock

“Outside the Box” exhibit by Parker Artist Guild, music by folk singer Sarah Rose

Tickets @ PACEcenteronline.org or 303.805.6800 Parker’s NEW Center for the Arts

20000 Pikes Peak Ave, Parker, CO 80138 Two blocks east of Parker Rd off Mainstreet

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Third Thursday

Aug. 15 exhibit by Emilio Lobato, Michael Clapper and Jean Gummper with music by classic rock band Chris Carter Band

Elder Law Specialists In Parker!

Estate Planning, Elder Law Probate & Estate Administration Probate, Wills & Trust Litigation Conservatorships & Guardianships

303.329.4670 www.OlsenTraeger.com

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Olsen Traeger & Ursery, LLP Your Local Legal Experts Serving Your Community

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11479 South Pine Dr. Parker, Colorado 650 South Cherry Street Suite 850 Denver, CO 80246

6355 Ward Road, Suite 400 Arvada, CO 80004

Headed to the Renaissance Festival in Larkspur this year?

de Shuttle? g the Renaissance Ri in tch ca ut ‘bo w Ho These luxury tour buses have a bathroom, TV, Wi-Fi, and best of all: we drop you off and pick you up right at the front gate. Travel in super comfortable style and leave the driving to us.

Shuttle departs six times on Saturday (8/3) & Sunday (8/4), leaving from RTD’s Park-n-Ride at Lincoln Station, 10203 Lone Tree Way. Reserve your seat now at www.renaissanceride.com

WEEKEND FUN EVENTS FOR THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY! SATURDAY - EVENING continued Family Friendly Movie Silent auction Costume Photo Booth

SPONSORS

Saturday, Sept. 7th & Sunday, Sept. 8th Affinity for Music Alternatives Pregnancy Center Attainable Nutrition Blue Bell Ice Cream Clavin’s Bar & Grill Cold Stone Creamery Comedy Works Costco Dennis Uniform

Dove Valley Vision Center E-Commmerce Systems Elizabeth Animal Hospital Elk Mountain Brewery Fowl Line Glory Days Trophies Gotcha Yogurt Grissom Contracting Hearing Rehab Center

SATURDAY - EVENING Taste of Ave Maria food by: Panda Express, Jessie’s Smokin’ New Orleans; Suncruiser Dogs, Opa Grill, Pasquini’s Pizza, Fowl Line, Gotcha Yogurt, Cold Stone Creamery, Jamba Juice Beer Garden sponsored by: Elk Mountain Brewery Golden Eagle Concert Band Dance with Affinity for Music DJ Bingo Heath Chiropractic & Acupuncture Jamba Juice Jessie’s Smokin’ NOLA Life Care Center of Stonegate Lifetime Vision Source Mathnasium Max Muscle McKernan Live

Nomelie Cupcakes Opa Grill Restaurant PACE, Town of Parker Panda Express Parker Adventist Hosp Parker Med Spa Parker Orthodontics Pasquini’s Pizzaria pics2prints

**Parker Task Force Food Drive – Entire Weekend

Pink Fog Studios Ponderosa Valley Funeral Rainbow International Ripple Effect Massage Therapy Royal Crest Dairy Search Parker Silver Service Southland Smiles Sports Authority

Starburst Face Painting Suncruiser Dogs ‘N More Target Texas Roadhouse The Egg and I Victoria Marie Jewelers

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SATURDAY - MORNING & AFTERNOON 5K Divinity Dash Run/Walk and Pancake Breakfast Health & Wellness Vendor Booths Athletic All-Star Competitions Anti-Bullying Training Camp and Women’s Self Defense Class

SUNDAY - AFTERNOON Ave Maria Fall Festival Carnival and Marketplace A Taste of Ave (see above) Knights of Columbus Burger Stand Beer Stand by Elk Mountain Brewery NFL Football on the Big Screen Games for kids and the entire family Video Game truck Carnival rides for younger kids Marketplace - Handmade crafts, local vendors, unique and one of a kind treasures Talent Competition Silent Auction Door Prize Drawings Knights of Columbus Cash Raffle ($2,000 in cash prizes)

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PARKER FARMERS’ MARKET: Visit downtown Parker on Mainstreet every Sunday through October from 8:00am to 1:00pm for great local Colorado market vendors.

JULY EVENTS July 13

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July 26 – August 4

8:00 am to 12:00 pm Chaparral High School and the surrounding area 303-850-1812 www.tourdeladies.com

Rise of the Guardians Movie begins at dusk O’Brien Park Parkerchamber.com

PACE Center 303-805-6800 www.pacecenteronline.com

Tour de Ladies

July 20

Parker Family 5K

9:00 am Stroh Ranch Park This years race will include a 5K Run, a 3K Walk, and a Kid’s Fun Run www.parkerfamily5k.com

Movies in the Park

July 26

Old Town Wine Walk

5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Downtown Parker – Mainstreet www.parkerchamber.com

AUGUST EVENTS August 2 – 3

Parker Senior Center’s Huge Used Book Sale

8:00 am to 3:00 pm Hardbacks, paperbacks, children’s books, tapes, and CD’s will be included. Donations of books in good condition are gratefully accepted.

10675 S. Longs Way, 303-841-5370

August 3

Kids TRY-athlon

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7:00 am to 11:00 am Parker Recreation Center 303-805-3278 www.parkeronline.org

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Oklahoma!

July 27

12th Annual Pinery Art Show 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Lakeshore Park in the Pinery (corners of Lakeshore Drive and Thunderhill Road) 303-841-8572 www.pinery.org

August 3

August 16 – 18

Grease Movie begins at dusk O’Brien Park Kam@ParkerChamber.com 720-689-2105

Friday: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

O’Brien Park 303-805-2319 www.parkerartistsguild.com

Movies in the Park

August 10

So Long to Summer 5K/10K

8:00 am Salisbury Park 303-805-3278 www.parkeronline.org

Art in the Park

August 17

Parker Task Force Food Drive

8:00 pm to 4:00 pm Safeway, King Soopers, Wal-Mart & Dollar Tree 303-841-3460 www.parkertaskforce.org

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