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DON’T MISS THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY FAIR & RODEO

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JULY 2015 Volume 7 Issue 7 PUBLISHER MIKE WAID

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South Aurora Magazines is a trademark of Waid Publishing. All rights reserved. The views, opinions and/or statements made or expressed by individuals and/or entities, are not necessarily reflective of the views and opinions of Waid Publishing. No part of this publication may be reproduced without explicit permission from South Aurora Magazine. Copyright 2015 South Aurora Magazine - All rights Reserved.

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THE BOOKENDS

When I Found You

by Catherine Ryan Hyde

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LOCAL AUTHOR

Love on the Lido Deck

by Barbara Oliverio

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ark your calendar to celebrate the 109th Arapahoe County Fair, July 23-26 at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds in Aurora. This is the best bargain in town with pre-sale online admission tickets for only $10 per person. Tickets include unlimited carnival rides, plus a rodeo, concerts on the main stage, fireworks, 4-H shows,

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tractor pulls, high-octane motor sports and more.

Crowd-pleasers for the whole herd include the high-flying DockDogs competition, open rodeo, carnival rides, two nights of fireworks, and the highenergy truck and tractor sled pulls. Kids can Rustle Up Some Fun competing in the Mutton Bustin’ contest, experience barnyard friends at the Petting

Farm, enjoy shows and demonstrations in the Family Fun Tent and learn the ways of the old west in the Heritage Tent.

See farm animals such as rabbits, pigs and poultry in the east wing and horses, cattle, goats and sheep in the livestock pavilion. Shop with more than 40 vendors and enjoy live music by 11 bands on the Main Stage.

Fairgoers 21 and older can

Rustle Up Some Fun

purchase tickets for the Craft Brew Fest, July 24 for $15 per person.

A summer tradition since 1906, the Arapahoe County Fair is a time to celebrate our heritage.

Residents of all counties are invited to enter their handmade and homegrown treasures in the Open Class Competition for a chance to win ribbons and

cash prizes. Fairgoers also can marvel at and bid on quality market animals that 4-H youth work diligently to raise at the Youth Livestock Auction July 25.

only). Fair gates open at 4 p.m.

July 23 and 11 a.m., July 24-26.

The Fairgrounds are located at 25690 E. Quincy Ave., Aurora, two miles east of E-470 at exit 13.

“Save Big with Parker Pig� and buy discounted tickets online now for only $10 per person, or pay $15 at the Fair gate.

Parking is $5 per vehicle (cash

To buy discount tickets or get more information, please visit www.arapahoecountyfair.com.

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BOOKENDS When I Found You by Catherine Ryan Hyde

Nathan McCann and his dog are duck hunting one early morning before dawn.

His dog alerts him to something that is not right in the dark woods. He finds an abandoned baby wrapped in a sweater and wearing a tiny knit hat. Deep down he knows that he will always be connected to this unwanted child. He rushes the little boy to the hospital and realizes he wants to adopt him. The little boy’s grandmother steps in and decides to raise him. Nathan asks the woman to allow them to meet sometime in the future. She promises to make the connection at some point in the future. Nathan has the chance when, years later, she drops off an angry and defiant teenager on his doorstep. Nathan agrees to care for this boy he found years ago in the woods and proves he will never let him go.

PAM: Becky, this book sounded so interesting and unique! I was captured from the very beginning, as Nathan finds a little baby in the woods. Were you pulled into the story right away, as well?

BECKY: The story starts quickly and I did enjoy this book from the first chapter. It was unique, and enjoyable to follow two male characters. Did you find it interesting that this author has such unlikable female characters? I had to double check that it was written by a woman.

PAM: I hadn’t realized it, but that is a great point. Although, later in the book there is a female character that I loved.

Nathan was such a man who was so willing to give of himself for no reward. Were you encouraged by his character?

BECKY: He was totally committed to baby Nat from the moment he laid eyes on him. It was heartwarming how he sent birthday and Christmas gifts to Nat even when there was no love returned to him. The commitment deepens when the rebellious teen comes to live with him. It is only a matter of time before Nat gets himself into serious trouble. Do you think that Nathan, who has never parented a child before, makes good decisions when Nat gets himself into trouble?

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PAM: Nathan let his love for Nat guide him during the difficult times. This let Nat know that Nathan would never abandon him. It took him some time to fully realize and appreciate what Nathan did for him. However, Nathan continued to support this young man, even when it was unappreciated.

I loved this about Nathan’s character! I think Nathan made decisions that were appropriate in a challenging situation.

What do you think drove Nat’s behavior?

BECKY: Nat had a difficult childhood. His mother left him to die, his father is not in the picture and the grandmother is more serious than loving. This simple story provides an opening to discuss that old question, is it nature or nurture that forms our lives? Do you think that Nat would have been different if Nathan could have been a part of his life while he was maturing or was his bumpy path inevitable?

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PAM: I think Nat felt the need to push the boundaries and would have probably done so regardless.

However, he was fortunate that Nathan was there for him and so giving of himself. Even with Nathan’s unconditional love and acceptance, it took Nat quite some time to accept it and make better choices. Nat met another person that was a consistent positive force in his life. Do you think he tried to be a better person after meeting Little Manny?

BECKY: Thanks to a gift from Nathan, Nat developed an interest in boxing. He wasn’t great at the sport but he worked hard and wanted to have a professional career. When he was a teen he met Little Manny at a local boxing ring and he became a coach and mentor to Nat. I think that the physical workout was good for Nat’s state of mind and he wanted to please Manny so it was as good as therapy for Nat. Manny was a good hearted man and brought out the best in Nat. There is one last person that had a positive impact on this young man’s life and that was his girlfriend, Carol. Did you like this character?

PAM: I loved Carol. She was so kind and loyal to Nat, as well as Nathan. Her character was important during the rest of the story for both men. She certainly encouraged Nat to be the best husband he could be. Although he struggled to learn what it took to be a good husband, he eventually discovered this for him and Carol. This story took us through many ups and downs, while allowing us to see some amazing characters and their unwavering loyalty. Nathan and Carol, specifically, warmed my heart with their caring and the way they handled difficult situations. While it is sad to say goodbye to these characters, I’m excited to meet our next cast. Who will it be, Becky?

BECKY: All aboard...I feel like I’m the last one to read this story. Next month we will discuss The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins.

LOCAL AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT

Love on the Lido Deck by Barbara Oliverio

When she gets a game-changing opportunity to organize a major event on a luxury Caribbean cruise, Keira turns to her best pal Alexandria to help recruit famous chefs who will offer classes for foodies looking for fun in the sun as they gain cooking know-how. The cruise becomes a rollicking adventure for Keira, her sassy assistant Juliet, the entire D’Agostino clan, Keira’s mother and other surprise guests. And has Keira meet her match in charismatic Cruise Director Brennan McCallister, who could have something more than keeping everything shipshape on his mind?

Filled with wit, charm, and a few recipes along the way, Love on the Lido Deck brings characters to life with laugh-out-loud situations, crisp dialog and sweet romance on the high seas. BONUS: INCLUDES RECIPES FEATURED IN THE BOOK! Love on the Lido Deck is available to order online at scolapastapress.com

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Sharp-witted, always-organized Keira Graham has traded in her high tech career as a systems analyst for the whirlwind world of event planning. As she builds up her fledging business, she learns that her widowed mother has news of her own – she has a serious gentleman caller!

Is Keira ready for mom’s new romance?

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his summer, the SaddleUp! Foundation’s popular fundraiser will arrive with a chance to fly away to a resort destination via private jet on the night of the event. SaddleUp! Foundation is a premier Colorado-based equine assisted therapy facility that provides a wide breadth of therapy programs for individuals with special needs, as well as their able-bodied family members.

auction. The trip includes limousine service, spa treatments, private tours, wine tastings and more.

During the live auction, bidders will also have the opportunity to win several fabulous destination packages. Be sure to keep checking the SaddleUp! Foundation website www. saddleupfoundation.org as they will be announcing Presented by title sponsor Tempus destination packages up until Aircraft and will take place at the the event.

AeroColorado, in its beautiful 40,000 square foot private hangar. This year’s The SaddleUp! Suitcase Party Gala Honorary Hosts are Jennifer and will feature fabulous food from Adam Daurio. Matt and Melissa more than ten local restaurants Sommer are the Chairs of the Event. and caterers, libations from Hall Brewing and Gallo, live The annual party is the SaddleUp! music, special performances and Foundation’s signature event and dancing. annual fundraiser, where guests vie to win seats on a private jet that departs directly from the party and heads to a resort destination in California’s wine country.

Guests are directed to bring a packed suitcase to the soiree, just in case they are the lucky winners of the grand prize getaway.

There are two ways to win this adventure for four: through the purchase of a Baggage Claim raffle ticket or as the highest bidder during the live

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