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WEDDING VENUES

Colorado is the perfect place to host one of the most magical days in a couple’s life.

MARDI GRAS

Council of Arts, Science & Culture presents the 2nd Annual Mardi Gras Gala and Fundraiser

EARLY LEARNING DEVELOPMENT GUIDE

The early years of a child’s life are critically important.

BOOKENDS

A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

LOCAL AUTHOR

The Expatriates Book One: Song of the Sending by Corinne O’Flynn

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Colorado’s Early Learning Guidelines

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hether you’re a first-time parent, early learning provider, involved relative, friend or neighbor, we all play a role in giving kids a healthy start. That is why Colorado developed the Early Learning and Development Guidelines. This straightforward, step-by-step resource brings together widely embraced strategies to help children from birth to age eight develop and grow intellectually, physically and emotionally.

The early years of a child’s life are critically important for all areas of learning and development. In the first three years of life, 85 percent of a baby’s intellect, personality, and social skills develop and early learning experiences help shape how successful children are later in life. Studies show that kids who receive quality early childhood education are more likely to graduate from high school, own a home, have a job, and earn a higher income.

The Guidelines are divided into different ages and inform adults about what most kids can do at certain ages, and how we can help them learn. The Guidelines also offer tips for children of different cultures, languages, and abilities. By providing these resources to parents, grandparents, families and other caregivers, we can be sure that we’re all working together to help Colorado’s kids get off to a great start.

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BOOKENDS A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

Ove is a grumpy man that has a strict routine and believes that rules should be followed at all times.

His day begins around 6:00am as he makes his daily “neighborhood inspection” to make sure that there has not been a burglery or some sort of vandalism during the night. His quiet routine is interupted one day as new neighbors move in. They are loud, have two chatty children and backed their trailer (which is not allowed in this area) over his flowerbed and knocked down his mailbox. How will he learn to live with the neighbors that he has now labeled, “The Lanky One” and “The Pregnant One”.

BECKY: I was walking around the bookstore after enjoying Bill Murray’s recent movie, St. Vincent. I loved the character that he played and Ove sounds like he could be related to that cantakerous man so I couldn’t let this novel pass me by. Was Ove a character that you enjoyed or did you find him to be too negative to embrace?

PAM: He was definitely a negative fellow, but I could not help but love his character. The author switches from the present to the past and back again as he tells the story of Ove. Ove’s grumpiness begins to make sense as his past comes to light. We also get acquainted with people in his life as we delve into his past. Did it take you a while to warm up to Ove? BECKY: Not for me because his personality reminds me of a few grumps that I know (and love) so I quickly became emotionaly tied to the welfare of this quirqy fellow. Ove is recently forced into retirement at a young age of 59. He was financially fine but I think that he feels useless and the days are filled with too many memories of the past. Do you think that this is a common problem for retirees or did Ove choose the isolation?

PAM: I think he initially chose the isolation, as he preferred to be alone with his wife. However, this became a burden over time. I imagine this is a common problem for retirees, especially if they do not live near family. His new neighbor, “The Pregnant One,” continues to force her way into Ove’s life. I loved this character, did you?

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BECKY: Very much so! She was a bundle of energy and joy. Although not normally the type of person Ove would want to spend time with, she was able to break through his hard shell and see the beauty in Ove. There is another relationship that I truly enjoyed in this story. Ove and his wife were friends with a couple in the neighborhood, Rune and Anita. Ove had a falling out with Rune years ago so they are not currently on friendly terms. What did you think about this storyline?

PAM: I thought it was a sad part of the story. However, it did help explain Ove, the type of person he was, and how he led his life. Although this part of his history was sad, the author wove this into the present time very well and it truly enhanced the story. This part of the story also brings the neighbors together and helps solidify some interesting friendships! Didn’t you love the whole group from the neighborhood?

BECKY: Absolutely! It was an eclectic jigsaw puzzle and they all had a unique roll in making this story work. As much as I hate to say goodbye to Ove we need to move on. Where will your March pick take us?

PAM: We will explore the story, “The Hundred Foot Journey” by Richard C. Morais in March.

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LOCAL AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT

The Expatriates Book One: Song of the Sending By Corinne O’Flynn

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im Wales can communicate with animals, but that’s not why he lives with a traveling carnival. Turns out his family’s been hiding him there since he was little, since someone started hunting all the scholars. Jim is a scholar—someone who can manipulate energy using magic—and he has no idea.

When a message arrives from Jim’s father—who supposedly died twelve years ago—Jim’s whereabouts are discovered, their carnival is attacked, and his mother is kidnapped. On the run with a strange glass map and a single coin, Jim finds himself racing to reclaim the father he thought he’d lost, plotting to save his mother, and discovering the truth about who he is.

But going home isn’t the same as being safe, and trust is everything.

When she isn’t writing, Corinne works as the executive director of a nonprofit. She is a member of Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers, Mystery Writers of America, and the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators.

You can find her online corinneoflynn.com.

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ABOUT THE LOCAL AUTHOR Corinne O’Flynn is a native New Yorker who now lives in Colorado and wouldn’t trade life in the Rockies for anything. Her novel, THE EXPATRIATES is a YA fantasy adventure with magic and creatures and lots of creepy stuff. She is a scone aficionado, has an entire section of her kitchen devoted to tea, and is always on the lookout for the elusive Peanut Chews candy.

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