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From The Publisher

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How Will Your Future Look?

Experience Parker

Parker History, Local and To-Do

Parker Events Calendar

Find out what’s going on around Town

Zip Into An Adventure

Colorado zip lining at its best

How Do You RTD?

Use Regional Transit To Get Out & Explore

Celebrate Arbor Day ...in a Whole New Way!

Wonderbound presents “Dust”

with Curious Theatre Company & Jesse Manley and His Band

A Stroll Through Downtown Parker

by Elizabeth Schneider

Happy Trails!

Trail Etiquette Made Easy

A Real Crowd-Pleaser

Douglas County LIbrary Kids’ Performing Arts Series

WIN $100 CASH

ZIP LINING IN COLORADO Get outside and play!

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How Will Your Future Look?

I’ve spent many hours thinking about the future. What will it be like when my kids are my age?

How will the world look when I am my parent’s age? What will our community be next year or next decade? These thoughts constantly run through my head.

Instead of letting this “unknown” cripple us, I am challenging each of you to embrace your responsibility to your community...your civic obligation.

Simply put, our individual job to leave our community better than we found it.

As you read about last month, one of my passions is raising money and awareness for the fight against pediatric cancer. On April 23rd I will be shaving my head (and maybe my beard) for the annual “Shave the Mayor” St. Baldrick’s event. Each year I also auction off the color of my hair before the event. This year, a local family donated $500 to have me dye my hair Broncos orange and blue. The result...is pretty cool if I do say so myself.

community better. It does not have to be a huge task, in fact often the smallest gestures have the biggest impacts. So my challenge for you this month is to do something little to make your community better.

You could hold the door open for someone...share a smile with a stranger as they pass by...pay for someone’s groceries when they are not looking...pick up some trash you see on the side of the road...call an old friend and just say “HI.” You will be shocked as to how much positivity and love can be created when you do something little...or something as big as dying your hair crazy colors to raise money.

We each have the power to make our future great.

Don’t waste this power but rather embrace it!

Lastly, come join me and over 50 others on April 23rd and watch us get bald. Visit ShaveTheMayor.com for more info (or to make a donation... please).

Have a great month!

However, this fun and crazy gesture just underscores our obligation to do something every day to leave our

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EXPERIENCEPARKER SEARCHPARKERhistory NEWLIN GULCH GOLD MINING DISTRICT

Newlin Gulch obtained its name because an early resident of the area, William C. Newlin, settled there in the 1860s. He had brought some of the first Shorthorn Cattle into the Pikes Peak Region, driving them, some 30 cows and one bull, all the way from Minnesota. He homesteaded southwest of the settlement of Pine Grove, and ran his cattle on the open range.

The Newlin Gulch Gold Mining District was centered about four miles southwest of Pine Grove (now Parker), on the Newlin Gulch. Some mining operations in the Newlin Gulch area began in the mid 1880s, resuming again in the late 1890s. In early 1898, mining equipment was set up and operations began at several

locations along the gulch. Several small placer claims were made and numerous companies were formed to exploit the gold finds. As late as 1910 one mine, the Muldoon, was still in operation. However, the water supply proved to be inadequate and the yield too low, so the gold fields were abandoned. Although several promising placer deposits were found during the years previously mentioned, a large-scale production was never achieved.

During succeeding years, there were sporadic attempts at working the diggings, particularly during the great depression of the 1930s. The last reported operations were in 1941. What was once the Parker Mining District area is no longer accessible as it now resides at the bottom of what is now the RueterHess Reservoir.

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MANGIA! MANGIA! PORTOFINO PIZZA & PASTA

World renowned chef Wolfgang Puck once said, “Italian food is all about ingredients and it’s not fussy and it’s not fancy.” In Parker, Portofino Pizza & Pasta definitely fits that description. It is simply great food made with great ingredients. Since opening their doors several years ago, things have gotten bigger and better at Portorfino. The amazing menu options have grown to include unique creations like the Fiocchi made with Grana padano, Taleggio and ricotta cheeses and pear sautéed with sage butter almonds and glazed balsamic as well as nightly specials dreamed up by Chef Gabriel that never fail to delight. Of course, the menu still features favorites like the scratch made lasagna, amazing pizzas and Tortellini a la Portofino; each dish is complemented by the addictive garlic knots. If you have room, a fresh salad with the house balsamic dressing makes you feel a little less guilty about the pasta! Homemade tiramisu or a cannoli are the perfect end note, but you may need to take them home for a bit later when you have a little more room. Recently, the restaurant itself got bigger when they took over the neighboring space and expanded their cozy dining room, enabling many more tables in the restaurant. Guests can also enjoy a nice glass of Chianti or Cabernet with their meal as Portofino Pizza & Pasta now has license to serve you from their new bar. Whether you pop in for pizza and salad for lunch, grab it to go or sit down for a family meal any Italian grandmother would approve of, Portofino Pizza & Pasta offers a menu of homemade dishes, made with love!

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Information was obtained from A Guide to Historic Sites in the Parker Area by F.D. McLaughlin, Douglas County: A Historical Journey by the Douglas County Historical Society, various articles from Record Journal, and a personal interview with the Clarke sisters.

Updated in January of 2009 by Larry T. Smith.

SEARCHPARKERto-do RNK RUNNING & WALKING

As the weather cooperates more and more, the urge to get out and move gets bigger and bigger.

RNK Running & Walking makes it easy to schedule a little outdoor activity into your week. Mondays at 6pm, “Start the Week Off on the Right Foot (or Left)” with a social run that leaves from the store. Run or walk this 3-5 mile trek. All abilities are welcome as are strollers and leashed dogs. Some weeks include vendor trials, raffles and snacks! Also on Mondays in April, join the Walking Club at 9:15 for an hour trek.

Saturdays at 8am is the weekly Social Run. This is designed to be an easy, social run (or walk.) After meeting at the store, runners and walkers in this family friendly group (strollers and little ones welcome) can choose a short or long run or walk, keep things on the moderate side or join in with a faster paced group.

Depending on conditions, both paved and dirt paths will be used. After the run, meet back at the store for stretching and socializing. Hit the trails, make some friends and enjoy the sunshine!

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PARKER EVENTS CALENDAR APRIL 2016

APRIL 6-9 Stuart Little Presented by Parker Arts PACE Center This endearing play about a mouse named Stuart Little who is born into an ordinary New York family, has all the charm, wisdom, and joy of the E.B. White original classic.

Come along for a little mouse’s big adventure in this Inspire Creative production of Stuart Little. parkerarts.ticketforce. com APRIL 8 Bluegrass at Parker Schoolhouse Theater: Wayne Henderson and the Virginia Luthiers & The Cody Sisters 7:00pm The Schoolhouse Theater Bluegrass lovers will delight in the talent of Wayne Henderson and the Virginia Luthiers.

Henderson was best friends with Doc Watson and has traveled the world with the likes of Jerry Douglas and other great bluegrass musicians. A display of their instruments will be on hand as well. Also plan to become fans of The Cody Sisters’ powerful vocals and instrumentation that is beyond their years. For tickets, go to parkerarts.ticketforce.com APRIL 9 Lessons & Lemonade & Teen Art Studio Hobby Lobby The Parker Artists Guild presents another installment of Lessons & Lemonade (for grades 4-6) and Teen Art Studio (grades 7-9.)

Younger students will be creating Surprise Bag Art with Cam Fogt and Teen artists will be tackling Acrylic Paint & Play with Candace French.

Admission is always free but registraion is required. Go to parkerartistsguild.com

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APRIL 9 & 11 Protect Your Skin - Inside Out: Why Sunscreen is Not Enough 10:00 - 11:00am Natural Grocers Who doesn’t like spending time in the sun? It makes us happy and gives us Vitamin D. But no one wants sun spots, wrinkles, or damaged skin. It’s never too late.

You can have it all: fun in the sun and healthy skin! All it takes is good food, a bit of nutrition savvy, a cloudless day and away you go. www.

NaturalGrocers.com APRIL 9 Comedy & Cocktails: Aaron Urist 8:00pm The Schoolhouse Theater Aaron Urist, this month’s headliner for the Comedy & Cocktails series, is a Denver based comedian, writer and co-owner of a Subaru Outback.

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He regularly performs in clubs, theaters and indie venues across the country including Denver Comedy Works, the Hollywood Improv and the Nerdmelt Theater. This show is intended for mature audiences only. Go to parkerarts. ticketforce.com for tickets to the show.

APRIL 9 Parents’ Night Out 6:00-10:30pm Parker Fieldhouse Mom and Dad, enjoy a night out while we watch your kids.

Our talented staff will keep your kids active and entertained so you don’t have to! We will host plenty of games and activities, crafts, movies, climbing and skating (must bring own skates) to keep your kids busy at the Fieldhouse. For those kids who need a little down time, we will show family-friendly films in the activity rooms. www.parkerrec.com APRIL 14 & 15 “Paquita” presented by the Denver Ballet Theatre 10:30am & 7:00pm PACE Center Paquita, one of the great ballets of the classical repertoire, is a romantic Gypsy tale in which young love is tested, yet conquers all. Paquita was the first ballet staged in 1847 by noted Russian choreographer/ director Marius Petipa after his return to Russia from an extended time working in Paris. parkerarts.ticketforce.com APRIL 16 Ponderosa High School Spring Fling Craft Fair 9:00am-4:00pm Ponderosa High School The Ponderosa High School Band Boosters will host their third annual craft fair with over 100 Colorado artists and specialty vendors. Enjoy browsing a wide selection of unique gifts, including hand-crafted jewelry, gourmet foods, home decor, textile crafts, skin care, ceramics and more. Admission is free to this event. For more information, go to ponderosamusic.org APRIL 16 Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra: Big Band Classics with CJRO 2:00pm PACE Center Featuring works from the libraries of music greats like Count Basie, Maynard Ferguson, Buddy Rich, and Thad Jones, the Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra is bringing a performance to the PACE Mainstage and it’s going to be big! From hard swinging blues and beautiful ballads, to driving Latin tunes and the soulful vocals of Heidi Schmidt, this swingin’ jazz orchestra will dazzle the audience with the best of big band jazz. parkerarts.ticketforce.com

APRIL 22 SkateStart/7 Twenty SkateCamp 9:00am-12:30pm Railbender Skate and Tennis Park After you have completed Level 1, look forward to a longer and more advanced SkateStart SkateCamp. After bringing SkateStart to the X-Games in Los Angeles last summer, Patrick O’Toole is back bringing 25 years of skateboard experience to this advanced boarding class. They have taught Tony Hawk’s son Riley, instructed at the X Games and have a proven track record focusing on safety and success. www. parkerrec.com APRIL 22 Parker Tennis Fun Days 10:00am-11:30am Parker Fieldhouse Tennis Fun Days are a fun and energetic introduction to tennis for beginning and intermediate junior players. This indoor session is held at the Parker Fieldhouse on the inline hockey rink sport court surface. Games, contests and challenges are incorporated into the activities to create a fun and energetic environment so that kids experience success and joy around the sport of tennis. www.parkerrec.com APRIL 23 Parent-Child Art Class 9:30am-12:00pm Hobby Lobby The Parker Artists Guild is happy to present this class for parents and children to enjoy together.

The cost is just $5 for materials. To register, go to parkerartistsguild.com APRIL 23 It’s in the Air: Problems with Pollen?

10:00 - 11:00am Natural Grocers Approximately 1 out of 5 people suffer from runny nose, itchy eyes, and sinus congestion every spring.

These seasonal symptoms are often caused by our immune system reacting to harmless airborne substances like pollen. Breathe Deeply! www.

NaturalGrocers.com APRIL 23 & 24 Wonderbound: “Dust” with Curious Theatre & Jesse Manley and His Band 7:30pm on Sat 2:00pm on Sun PACE Center Full of hardship, struggle and loss, the Dirty Thirties encompassed a period in American history that is often overlooked. For Dust, Wonderbound has embarked on a partnership with the incredible actors of Curious Theatre Company and Denver Singer/Songwriter Jesse Manley to embrace the region’s rich heritage through examination of

the Dust Bowl. Featuring Garrett Ammon’s deeply human choreography, Jesse Manley’s dark tunes and an original script

by Dee Covington, this world premiere production is sure to tug at your heartstrings. parkerarts.ticketforce.com APRIL 23 Roaring Twenties Casino Night & Silent Auction 7:00pm Brownstein Hall All Gents and Dolls come dressed in your glamorous 1920’s attire. Tickets are $40/ person and includes 1 free drink, $1,000 in playing chips, food and fun! Buy after Masses or online at www. avamariacatholicparish.org The password for entrance is “Gus Sent Me” APRIL 30 Arbor Day Celebration and 5 Mile Run/Walk with Sports Authority 9:00am Salisbury Park In conjunction with the annual Arbor Day Celebration, come out for the new 5 Mile Run/ Walk as part of the growing Parker Parks and Recreation Run Series. All registrants will receive a finisher’s medal, as well as a delicious post-race pancake breakfast, Arbor Day goodies and a chance win prizes. The FREE Huntington Learning Center Kids’ Dash follows the race for children 8 and under; no registration necessary. parkerrec.com/1938/Arbor-Day5-Mile-RunWalk APRIL 30 Youth Enrichment - Babysitting 9:00am-3:00pm Recreation Center Prepare for babysitting opportunities. Topics include: routine care such as feeding, bathing and diapering, safety precautions, activities, games, discipline, home hazards, common injuries and how to handle emergencies. Students will also learn infant and child rescue breathing, CPR and choking procedures. parkerrec. com APRIL 30 Hilltop Art Fair 9:00am-3:00pm Hilltop School House - 5748 Flintwood Road Hilltop Art Fair is a celebration of the once thriving railroad town called Hilltop. Its history is honored with creative art from its surrounding communities and schools at the 1898 Hilltop School House and the UCC Parker Hilltop Church located about 7.5 miles from Parker.

Admission is free! For more information, email ejenterline@ yahoo.com, find the Hilltop Art Fair on Facebook or go to parkeronline.org

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Miller Park off Plum Creek Parkway, CRZLTs offers Douglas County a thrill right in our own backyard.

Why do people love CRZLTs? Seufer says its simple, “Our lines are awesome. They are long and fast. Our guests travel over 1 ½ miles on 10 different lines.

The experience is so unique and so thrilling it’s addicting and it’s a totally different way to enjoy the outdoors. Your perspective changes once you zip line.”

So what does your day tackling the zip lines look like?

Groups of no more than eight head out with two guides for a 2 ½ hour tour.

You will hike between lines for a total of about a mile. There is even a 1500’ dual race line for a bang of a finish! It’s the longest, fastest and highest dual race line in Colorado!

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t’s that time of the year – time to shift your outdoor activities from winter to spring. Did you know that one of Colorado’s most epic and unique outdoor adventure experiences is right in our own back yard? How would you like to spend your day flying through the air on a zip line!

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Why should you give zipping a try? “It’s amazing! It’s a great adventure and you challenge yourself,” says Seufer. “We give you the full customer interaction experience. We don’t just hook you up and send you down the line. You are in charge of your speed and braking. It’s a perfect way to spend 2 ½ hours in Colorado and our location makes drive time short and easy.”

There is more to do than just zip line at the Philip S. Miller Park. Seufer also owns the Epic Adventure Tower. This is the world’s first adventure tower. It has a 42’ Climbing Wall, a 74’ Flight Line, a Leap of Faith Zip Line, a Quick Jump with 3 Meter Bungee and a Trust Fall Leap.

The experiences that CRZLTs offer are ones that will stay with you forever. “This outlasts gifted items. An experience like

this shapes who we are and creates a timeless bond with those on the tour. It’s the best team building exercise a company can invest in since it really tests your limits and encourages bonding and I love to see families go on a tour together, it really brings people closer. These days we need more encouragement to put down our electronics and go find a thrill outside and have a tactile experience that will sit with you forever.” Seufer continues.

What’s next for Seufer and his endless quest of epic outdoor experiences? The Epic Sky Trek Challenge is coming in May and will add to the already larger-thanlife options at Philip S. Miller Park. The Sky Trek Challenge is a 10,000 foot jungle gym in the sky for aerial trekking. “It’s going to be unreal! 50 feet tall and it even has an event platform for parties.” Seufer beams.

“It’s going to be the ultimate team building atmosphere. Once you are strapped in, you are free to roam and explore the 110 different elements. Show off your inner Ninja Warrior or walk a tight rope. It’ll offer a one of a kind experience.”

When asked what Seufer’s goal is in creating these adventure opportunities he states, “I want to provide experiences that are the highlight of everyone’s vacation, team event, family reunion or just a couple friends out for a good time. If our zip lines and epic tower are the highlight of their day, then we are succeeding. Knowing we are helping promote fun in the beautiful outdoors of Colorado is rewarding enough to keep searching for the next thrill! I love seeing our guests go out and see the world in a new way with their own eyes.”

Seufer also owns Royal Gorge Rafting and Royal Gorge Zip Line Tours. “We offer the whole vacation package for you to raft, zip, stay and unwind. We have vacation rentals and a restaurant for a seamless adventure package. One location and 100% fun! Visit www. RoyalGorgeRafting.net or call 719275-7238 for more information.

Are you convinced to give CRZLTs and the Epic Adventure Tower a try? If you want to do something fun, exhilarating and exciting call 720-733-ZIPP today and set up a tour! For more information go to www.

CastleRockZipLineTours.com.

It’s time to get outside and do something EPIC!

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How Do You RTD? Use Regional Transit To Get Out & Explore We all love Parker and our incredible community.

Parker’s location is one of its best features. Should you want to explore throughout the metro area, be sure and check out what our Regional Transportation District (RTD) transit services has to offer.

Parker residents can tap into RTD transit services anytime they want to avoid traffic or reduce their carbon footprints.

RTD provides fixed-route bus services to get around Parker or connect to local and regional rail and bus services in Lone Tree, Aurora and beyond.

The Route P carries passengers from Parker to Civic Center Station in downtown Denver. On April 24th, the Route 483 will begin providing weekday service every 60 minutes between Nine Mile Station, Lincoln Station and Parker. This connection will allow Parker passengers access to light rail at both Nine Mile and Lincoln stations.

Plus, passengers can connect to the AT SkyRide route at Nine Mile. The implementation of the Route 483 will be the first time we offer all day weekday service in Parker.

Riders can access these routes at the Parker and Lincoln & Jordan Park-n-Rides between the hours of 5:25 a.m. and 8:30 p.m., depending on the route and direction.

There are also other local stops along Parker Road, retail areas of Twenty Mile Road, Jordan Road and Lincoln Avenue.

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Weekday rush hours, Parker residents also may use Route P regional express service to downtown Denver. Route P provides seven morning trips into Denver, and eight afternoon trips returning to Parker. The fare is $4.50 one-way, with monthly and discounted passes available.

Also available to passengers is the Parker Call-n-Ride, which serves Parker and extends along Parker Road north to E-470 and Mainstreet, east to Canterbury Trail, south to Hilltop Road and west to Twenty Mile Road and the Parker Recreation Center. Hours of operation are 5:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, except for holidays.

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to the rest of the RTD system, including light rail and new commuter rail lines opening this year, at the Lincoln Station in Lone Tree.

When the R Line opens later this year in Aurora, Parker residents will be able to travel to Peoria Street, where they can transfer to the University of Colorado A Line to Denver International Airport.

The R and A lines will also give riders access to many high-profile destinations in the south metro area, including the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, University of Colorado Hospital, Children’s Hospital, the Veterans Administration Hospital and the Aurora City Center.

Fares range from $2.60 for a single Local trip and one transfer in the same direction, $5.20 for a Local Day Pass, which provides unlimited Local trips through the end of the service day, and $9 for a Regional/Airport Day Pass, which provides access to the entire RTD system through the end of the service day, including trips to DIA. Discount fares are available to passengers with disabilities, Medicaid recipients, riders who are 65 years of age and older, and middle and high school students between the ages of 6 and 19, so please check the RTD website for more information. Proof of eligibility is required before boarding.

Active military ride all RTD services for free.

To book a Call-n-Ride trip or to learn more about Access-a-Ride and the entire RTD system, please visit www.rtd-denver.com.

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Celebrate Arbor Day in a Whole New Way! Come and experience the Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, April 30th, in a whole new way! Because our parks are beautifully and sufficiently planted, Parker Parks and Recreation will be celebrating by giving out free seedling trees at Salisbury Park, 11920 Motsenbocker Rd. in Parker. Stop by the arborist table and meet the Town’s Parks and Forestry Team, who can answer questions about tree planting, pruning and tree selection. Kids will have the opportunity to build and take home a bird house courtesy of Home Depot. Participants can also enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast! Seedling quantities are limited and the fun starts at 9 a.m.

In conjunction with the annual Arbor Day Celebration, join us for the newest event of the Parker Parks and Recreation Run Series, the Arbor Day 5 Mile Run/Walk with Sports Authority. The run/walk is professionally timed and features finishers’ medals for all registered participants and the free Huntington Learning Center Kids’ Dash for children 8 and under following the race! Pre-race registration, which closes at noon on April 28th, is $25 with walk-up/race-day registration for an additional $5. Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome. Get more information and register for the race at www.ParkerRec.com/ArborDay5Mile.

Arbor Day is a fun, educational event for the whole family and is an important piece to keeping Parker named as a “Tree City USA.” The Tree City USA® program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the USDA Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters. Parker has been named as a Tree City USA for each of the last 22 years! In order to maintain this title, a commitment must be made to enhance the public’s awareness of trees within the community through events and educational opportunities such as the annual Arbor Day Celebration. The Town must also spend at least $2 per resident on tree care such as planting and pruning.

Please remember that as there will be no digging this year, there’s no need to pack your shovels. Seedling trees, refreshments and giveaways will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. For questions regarding Parker’s celebration, visit our website at www.ParkerRec.com/ArborDay, call 303.805.3263 or email wepps@parkeronline.org.

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“...a fun, educational event for the whole family...”

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Dust

Wonderbound presents

with Curious Theatre Company & Jesse Manley and His Band

Dust, the last performance this season from the uniquely exquisite Wonderbound, is scheduled for two amazing shows in Parker, April 23rd & 24th, at the PACE Center. Unlike anything you have seen on stage, Dust is a story of struggle, hardship and loss; a story from a time in American history that is often overlooked, the “Dirty Thirties” Dust Bowl era. With an original script by Dee Covington, emotional choreography by Garrett Ammon and music that embrace’s the region’s rich heritage.

Dust is collaboration with the Curious Theater Company and Jessie Manley & His Band, who has composed an entirely new, original score for this show; think indie-folk with a blue grass twist. Working together with the dance company, bars of music are added here, changed there, to create a story woven together intricately between the dance company and the musicians. Unlike other dance driven shows, the actors from the Curious Theater Company interact with the dance company as seamlessly as the score to add to the complexity and creativity of this production.

If you’ve never seen a show from Wonderbound, you’re missing out. Much more than a contemporary ballet company, Wonderbound’s company is comprised of ten classically trained dancers with performances that are driven more by music, emotion and collaboration and less by classic techniques.

By working with local musicians from the Denver area, Wonderbound is able to create one of kind performances that engage audiences and defy the stereotype of a ballet stage performance. Some shows are skewed more towards the musical theater direction; others shake things up completely, like the Rock Ballet featured earlier this season with the music of David Bowie and Queen. Past shows have incorporated collaborations with illusionists, perfumists who have created scents that are specific to the show, even restaurants who have created tasting menus based on the performance.

Wonderbound strives to be a true member of the community and invites the community to be a part of their company. Unlike many other companies, rehearsals are always open to the public; but they do so much more to make dance accessible to everyone. Through their numerous community programs, they are able to bring dance to everyone, from school children to senior citizens, in every socioeconomic sector.

Their mission statement says it all, “Wonderbound uses dance to deepen humankind’s common bond through uncommon endeavors of discovery and creation.”

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Treat yourself to the discovery of an experience unlike anything you’ve seen before – once you’ve spent an evening with Wonderbound, you’ll be left marveling as to what magic they have in store next.

Luckily, you’ll be able to find out as the much anticipated announcement of next season’s shows will be made at the conclusion of Dust.

More magic awaits audiences when the new season opens later this year.

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For tickets at PACE, go to parkerarts. ticketforce.com – for more about Wonderbound or to get tickets at other venues, visit wonderbound.com

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A Stroll Through Downtown Parker written by Elizabeth Schneider – Parker Fan and Resident

Parker residents are fortunate to have access to a beautiful and inspiring downtown district that renders a trek to Denver completely unnecessary. The history and culture are rich in our downtown area with historic buildings such as the Ruth Memorial Church, which features floral metal sculpture art, the Rhode Island House, built in 1906, where clever shops abound and a strong sense of community is fostered. A variety of unique shopping opportunities are offered for those who love to shop as well as mingle with other residents. There are many clever places to pop in and grab a bite to eat or drink during a leisurely stroll. One never knows who they might encounter while outdoors!

It is easy to walk or ride one’s bike on the Sulphur Gulch Trail system to the downtown area. A surprising feature is the tunnel that runs under Parker Roads, where art work is abundant and classical music is played, making it a real treat to walk or ride through.

Stellar murals are on the trail, too, making it rather magical. There is an amazing “fitness center without walls” to the east of the PACE

April’s Featured Downtown Businesses Rocket Fizz 19751 E Mainstreet, Ste R-7 (720) 643-5671 rocketfizz.com

Rocket Fizz Soda Pop and Candy Shop is a one stop shop for all of your soda pop and candy cravings.

There are thousands of bottled soda pops and candies from all over America, including some from other galaxies.

Me Me Me Salon & Boutique 19560 E Mainstreet (303) 805-5100 mememeonmain.com

Me Me Me is a exclusive Salon & Boutique hidden away in a beautiful historical little yellow cottage on the busy streets of Mainstreet in Parker.

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JTS Realty & Property Management 19751 E Mainstreet, Ste R-16 (303) 993-6436 jtsrealty.com

We specialize in residential real estate, acreage properties, farms, ranches, land, rental properties and assisting first-time home buyers and investors in finding their perfect residential or commercial property.

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Center, compliments of Parker Adventist Hospital, built in a slick Scandinavian design that is as aesthetically pleasing as it is useful.

It addresses cardiovascular, flexibility and strength training in the various color-coded stations. It has a smartphone app as well that allows the user to connect via App Store or Google Play.

The downtown district is dotted with charming sculptures, planters and charming decorations. The Schoolhouse has a lovely metal sculpture, The Dance, at the east entrance. The PACE Center has an amazing sound park to the east, as well as a stunning metal and glass sculpture at the front entrance. Sometimes musicians or singers from the local performing arts community can be found on random benches. It is a fabulous place to walk one’s dog and meet other interesting folks.

Downtown Parker has so much to offer, completely free of charge and residents are in for a treat as they venture outdoors for a new adventure in what is truly a gem of a community.

ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT 1 Deep Space Workplace & Event Center 2 PACE Center and Mainstreet Center 31 Blue Talon Photography

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FOOD & BEVERAGE 3 elev. 5900 4 Fika Coffee House 5 Indochine Cuisine 6 Las Delicias 7 Nomelie Cupcakes 8 Parker Garage 9 Swirls Frozen yogurt 10 The Tailgate Tavern & Grill 11 The Texas Diner & Pie Company 12 Vines Wine Bar

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HEALTH & BEAUTY 13 All EyesOn U, LLC 14 Seven Seas HAIR Salon 28 Me Me Me Salon 32 Parker Day & Med Spa

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SERVICES 15 Debbie Lewis Properties 16 Farmers Insurance 17 Mango Mortgage 18 Osgood Team Real Estate 19 Travel Leaders 29 Parker Area Chamber/Visitors Center 30 Staffing with Bliss 33 Monograms by KK

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SHOPPING 20 Beautiful Art Picture Framing, Inc. 21 Bonne’ Bella Boutique 22 Fruits of our Spirit 23 Mainstreet Flower Market 24 Mainstreet General Store 25 Parker Panache 26 Pinetree Jewelers 27 Victoria Marie Jewelers

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Happy Trails!

We are incredibly lucky to live in an area teeming with beautiful hike and bike trails, and for those a little more daring, rockier mountain trails, that we can walk, run, stroll, bike and ride on to enjoy the great state of Colorado. To keep the trails in great shape for everyone and ensure trail outings are enjoyable ones, there are a few things to keep in mind.

Trail etiquette will differ slightly from trail to trail and place to place, but some basic rules of thumb apply to most.

Bouldermountainbike.org offers a great reminder, “treat everyone you meet on the trail like you’d treat your mother (if you don’t like your mother, think of someone you really, really like.) Being nice solves a lot of problems before they happen.”

Be nice. It’s a pretty simple rule. Be nice to the trail, stay on it, keep it in good shape, keep it clean and know when to yield to others on the trail. Knowing who has the right of way can be kind of tricky, but generally speaking, bikers yield to hikers and horses; hikers yield to horses and downhill traffic yields to uphill traffic.

The concept is that bikers are fast and can stop and go easily so they let everything else have the right of way. Horses are big and unpredictable so they get the right of way above everyone else.

Colorado trails are definitely a place where you could meet the occasional equestrian and should you meet a horse and rider on the trail, be considerate, step off the trail on the downhill side. Moving to the downhill side, when letting horses by, reduces your size and appearance and horses will tend to bolt uphill when spooked.

Quietly greet the rider and ask if you are good where you are.

Stand quietly while the horse and rider pass. In any situation, it is always best to communicate with the rider to ask them what they prefer, as they know their animal best. You and Mr. Ed should get along just fine that way.

So far it seems pretty easy. Everyone yields to horses, bikers yield to hikers, and downhill yields to uphill. Hikerdude.com is quick to point out a few “gray areas” you may find yourself hiking through.

“What if a downhill hiker meets an uphill cyclist? The guidelines

would say the biker yields, but personally I know it is a lot easier for me to stop and start hiking than it is when riding, so I generally step off the trail when hiking or running. I suppose the cyclist should never have an expectation that the hiker will let you pass, but it might happen out of courtesy.”

What if an uphill runner meets up with a group hiking down the trail?

Downhill traffic should yield, but a single runner may want to step off the trail, as it’s easier for one to move aside than a larger group of hikers.

When yielding to other traffic, remember to always look for safe and durable surfaces to step onto. And finally, the International Mountain Biking Association recommends when riding single track to come to a complete stop and then side step off the trail, as opposed to just riding off the side of trail, and thereby widening it.

For quick reference, here are a few tips! l Stay on the trail. Do not cut switchbacks or take shortcuts.

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l Stay to the right on wider paths and pass on the left. l Whenever you stop for a view, a rest, or to yield, move off the trail so it is free for others. l Greet people you meet. This makes sure they know you are there and is polite.

A simple “Howdy” or “Nice Day” is fine. l When in a group, walk single file or take up no more than half of a wide trail. Make sure everyone in your group understands what actions to take when encountering walker, bikers, and horses. l Read trailhead guidelines. There may be specific rules for the trail you are on. l Pack It In - Pack It Out. It just does not make sense that someone spending time to get out into nature would litter. l Take a Picture. A pretty rock or a bunch of flowers deserve to remain where they are. l Report vandalism. l Whether you’re walking, cycling or riding, get out and enjoy the trails!

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A Real Crowd-Pleaser Douglas County LIbrary Kids’ Performing Arts Series Douglas County Libraries is building bright futures through a spring performing arts events series for kids, highlighting dance, rhythm, song, improv and other performing arts skills. The series, for kids ages 6-10, will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturdays in April and the first Saturday in May. Programs will be led by instructors from the Colorado Ballet and The Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Within each hour-long program, participants will immerse themselves into the world of performing arts while remaining within the walls of their local library.

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The Colorado Ballet-led programs will introduce basic techniques in ballet, jazz and West African dance, and will focus on how dance may be used to strengthen one’s body and mind. All programs

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feature special treats for participants, such as bowler hats, white gloves and tiaras.

Programs led by The Denver Center for the Performing Arts will introduce basic improvisation skills and feature theater games and storytelling.

Participants will learn the value of teamwork, using one’s intuition, and just having fun!

Take a leap or pirouette with us into the world of performing arts during our spring series. Programs vary by location; visit DouglasCountyLibraries.org and click Events to find your preferred event and location. Registration is required, online or by phone at 303-791-7323.

Douglas County Libraries is a passionate advocate for literacy and lifelong learning. For more information, visit DouglasCountyLibraries.org.

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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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