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ONTHECOVER

How Will Your Future Look?

Experience Castle Rock History| Local| To-do

Zip Into An Adventure

Colorado zip lining at its best

Castle Rock Events Calendar

Find out what’s going on around Town

Downtown Castle Rock

Park...Explore...Shop in Downtown

Make a Difference One Step at a Time

Philip S. Miller Library Presents Backyard Homesteading Fair The Bookends and Local Author Spotlight

ZIP LINING IN COLORADO Get outside and play!

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Senior Life Expo to Bring All Things Senior Together in One Place

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PUBLISHER MIKE WAID

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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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EXPERIENCECASTLEROCK CASTLEROCKhistory THE FIRST FIREHOUSE

Castle Rock’s fire department started in 1892 with a mere 300 feet of fire hose mounted on a homemade two-wheel cart. Three years later, a Fire Chief was named and instructed to organize a company of no more than seven people. Those who joined were given partial uniforms that included caps, belts, and blouses. In 1903, the hose cart was crudely stored in a shed on Fourth Street between Wilcox Street and Perry Street. Alerting people to a fire was done by ringing a bell mounted on top of a pole, no siren! Just over one hundred years ago on February 2, 1915, the first volunteer fire department was organized, consisting of 15 members plus three honorary members. Soon after, a hand-drawn chemical cart was added to their equipment. It was not until 1922 that the fire department acquired a Ford hose truck and later that year they purchased an electric siren. In 1929, a

GMC LaFrance Fire Engine was purchased and to speed up response time to out of town calls the chemical cart was mounted on rubber. Twentyfive years after the first volunteers joined the fire department they finally were able to move into their first fire house. In 1935 a building fund was started to construct the building and in 1939 the Castle Rock Firemen’s Association was formed. In February 1940, the building was finished, occupied and the firemen held an open house at their new permanent home.

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COPPERFALLS SALON & SPA

In the historic heart of downtown Castle Rock, a quiet oasis has been part of the landscape for the last sixteen years.

Copperfalls Salon & Spa, founded by Stefanie Palko, was an idea born out of a need for change. Stefanie knew she wanted something different and knew she wanted to do something rooted in continuing to make positive changes.

“I wanted to do something for the environment, after feeling for so long that I had been taking from it.”

At the urging of her stylist, she became involved in the salon and spa industry and that’s how she was introduced to the Aveda Philosophy and products, which are botanically based and safe for the environment.

With her course mapped and her passion ignited, she set out to create the business of her dreams. Copperfalls is a place of wellness; treating guests “from the inside out” with services that offer a nurturing, relaxing experience with expert service and products that are top of the line and safe for both patrons and the planet. A full service salon, offering hair care, massage, body treatments, skin and nail care as well as candle lit, spa Yoga, spa packages, and gift cards so you can give the gift of wellness to others as well as yourself. It’s easy to see why Copperfalls has been around for nearly two decades; see for yourself and take the time to nurture mind and body. “It’s a feeling,” Stefanie says, “Everything comes back to wellness.” www.copperfalls.com ~ 303.814.2035 ~ info@copperfalls.com & Find them on Facebook 5 CASTLE ROCK MAGAZINE

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FREE RUNNING CLUB FOR WOMEN Moms RUN This Town is a free club, offering support, inspiration and encouragement through their local chapter Facebook groups, national blog, Instagram and other social media outlets.

The group is known for their giveaways, contests and fun free events like their virtual races. Castle Rock is extremely fortunate to have recently established a chapter of Moms RUN This Town/She RUNS This Town. After starting in January of this year, the chapter has grown in numbers in an extremely short amount of time. Members of all paces, walkers to runners, are welcome as are those who are just getting started. Chapter Leaders Tracy Manning and Monica Kopp added, “It has been so rewarding to start the Castle Rock Chapter and we’re looking forward to seeing it grow. We hope to inspire and motivate women to reach their fitness goals and hit new benchmarks, all while creating new relationships, networking and building our presence in the community. We may not be the fastest group, but we are definitely the most fun. Pace doesn’t really matter – we all cross the same finish line. “ For more information about the Castle Rock MRTT/SRTT Chapter, visit facebook.com/groups/ castlerockrunsthistown

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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!

We sat down with Ty Seufer, owner of Castle Rock Zip Lines Tours, to get some insight on the great outdoors. Located in Philip S. 7 CASTLE ROCK MAGAZINE

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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Douglas County Volunteer Coalition Volunteer Fair 5:00pm-8:00pm Castle Rock Senior Activity Center - 2323 Woodlands Blvd.

Looking for a great place to volunteer?

Come check out the Douglas County Volunteer Coalition Volunteer Fair! Learn about local organizations and how you can make a difference in the lives of those around you. Volunteering supports our communities, provides opportunities to learn new skills, is a great way to meet new people, and is a great way to give back! douglascountyvolunteers.wordpress.com

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Just Between Friends Children’s & Maternity Consignment Spring & Summer Sale 9:00am-7:00pm Douglas County Events Center This huge, community event brings hundreds of Douglas County families together and allows them to buy and sell gently used children’s items - including clothes and shoes, books, baby gear and more!

The Event Center is transformed into a giant pop-up shop that allows you to buy everything you need for a growing family at 50%-90% below retail. Brand name and Boutique items are all under one roof.

Admission is $2 at the door or visit the website for a free admission pass, douglascounty.jbfsale.com

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Dream Masterz Mystery Dinner 6:00pm-9:30pm Theater of Dreams World Champion Illusionists Joe Givan and Carol Massie’s latest creation is a unique and sophisticated form of entertainment for those with a taste for the unusual. The Secret of Samual Shade, an interactive mystery event for groups of 12-20 is a completely interactive dinner theater, but this is not your standard murder mystery dinner! As characters from the Gatsby era, guests are thrust into the middle of a mystical adventure beginning with the auction, then onto the banquet. Next is the seance and at last the finale!

Get your group together and call 303.660.2357 and ask for Joe to organize the date and time!

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Rhyolite Dirt Crew Informational Meeting 7:00pm-8:00pm Philip S. Miller Library In addition to hosting Dig and Ride Days throughout the season, the Rhyolite Dirt Crew comes together to resurface, build and rebuild the jump faces and berms at the bike park. The crew then tests the improvements to make sure they flow correctly. Parents and older members of the crew teacher younger kids techniques of navigating the jumps and how to repair and rebuild them as needed. Join them to discuss potential projects for the upcoming year. For more information, email lsorbo@ crgov.com

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Water Wiser Workshop 9:00am-12:00pm Public Safety Training Facility Through hands-on demonstrations and displays, you’ll see how easy it is to use water efficiently. Learn how to detect water waste in your yard and home and improve your irrigation system’s efficiency. crgov.com or call 720.733.6017

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Family Science Night 6:30-8:00pm Castle View High School Join us for a night full of science and fun!

Explore the various sciences branching from biology, to chemistry, physics, engineering, and more through cool handson, interactive experiments for elementary students and their parents! This free event is proudly presented by the Castle View High School Chemistry Club. For more information, contact Jenna Trost, cvhs. sciencenight@gmail.com or visit trost44.wix. com/family-science-night

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Zonta Trivia Night 5:30pm-9:30pm Douglas County Fairgrounds, Kirk Hall Come out with your team of trivia buffs for Zonta’s 12th Annual Trivia Night and Dinner.

This signature fundraiser provides grants and scholarships for those right here in the community. Team registration includes the dinner buffet, trivia game, non-alcoholic beverages, beer, wine, margaritas, door prizes, silent and live auction adn team listing in the program. For more information or to register, go to zontadistrict12.org

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Coffee with a Cop 10:00am-11:00am Castle Rock Senior Center This month’s Coffee with a Cop will be hosted by the Castle Rock Senior Center located at 2301 Woodlands Blvd.

Come out and enjoy a cup of coffee and conversation with Castle Rock’s Finest.

This monthly event is a great opportunity to connect with the officers of the Castle Rock Police Department in a very relaxed atmosphere. For a list of all Coffee with a Cop events, go to crgov.com

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Water Wiser Workshop 6:00pm-9:00pm The Grange in The Meadows There is no charge to attend, but reservations are required. Go to crgov.com or call 720.733.6017 Additional classes will be offered throughout the month.

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Castle Rock Historical Society and Musuem’s Free Presentation An Evening with Ed Sardella Refreshments at 6:45pm, presentation beginning at 7:00pm Philip S. Miller Library Retired Channel 9 News anchor Ed Sardella will discuss some of his most interesting news stories that he has covered in his career and how news has evolved over the decades.

For more information, contact the Castle Rock Museum at 303.814.3164 or go to castlerockhistoricalsociety.org

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Douglas County Home & Outdoor Living Show Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm & Sunday 11:00am-4:00pm Douglas County Fairgrounds Fabulous home & garden show featuring vendors with everything for your home, inside and out! 100 local companies ready to offer advice on windows, flooring, painting, etc. If it pertains to your home and garden, we will have amazing vendors ready to help. Free admission, free parking!

Don’t miss it!

To view the entire vendor brochure, go to visitcastlerock.org

Car Seat Checks 9am 12pm Alexander Medical Building Castle Rock Adventist Hospital and the Castle Rock Fire Department are partnering together to conduct car seat checks. The first one will be held in the parking lot just south of the Alexander Medical Building.

Drop in for a FREE car seat check. For more information call the Birth Concierge at 720455-0355.

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Earth Day Willow Planting 9:00am-12:00pm Festival Park Celebrate Earth Day and help beautify and improve the wetlands at Philip S. Miller Park. Willow branches willbe harvested at Festival Park and then replanted along a wet drainage way located on the south side of the Miller Activity Complex (MAC.) Participants should bring pruning shears, engineer hammers and work gloves. Snacks and beverages will be provided. This would be a great activity for Scouts working on conservation badges or students looking for community service opportunities! Adult supervision is recommended for children under 12.

Participants need to sign waivers for this event. Go to crgov.com to download the waiver.

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Purely Patsy 6:00pm Cherokee Ranch Castle Just as the event title implies, this night is Purely Patsy. It’s Patsy Cline’s music, her life as told intimately in her own words and songs. It’s Patsy Cline at her best, her worst and her most personal moments, with all the music she is known and loved for. Colorado native, Kelley Zinge, with a voice as big as the Rockies, has been portraying Patsy Cline in stage shows all over the country for over 15 years. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy an evening of music made famous by one of the most legendary singers of all time.

Reservations include a welcome cocktail, a Castle Mini-Tour and the performance. A cash bar will be available to purchase drinks and snacks.

For reservations, go to www.tunestub.com

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Wild in Our Town 6:30pm-8:30pm Town Council Chambers, Town Hall The beauty of nature is abundant in Castle Rock, but sometimes, wild animals don’t always stay in nature. Learn how to co-exist with the wildlife in Castle Rock that occasionally end up in backyards and garages looking for shelter or food.

Castle Rock natural resource staff and law enforcement will provide specific information about local wildlife such as coyotes, bears, deer, mountain lions, rattlesnakes and other indigenous species and how to avoid human-wildlife conflicts.

In addition, get tips to responsibly watch wildlife in their natural habitat. Real wildlife displays will be on-hand to see and touch!

For more information, to crgov.com or email bspagnuolo@crgov.com

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Senior Life Expo 3:00pm-7:00pm Douglas County Events Center This is an “all things Senior” Douglas Countywide event for senior and families to obtain information regarding all facets of living life to the fullest. Topics covered will include housing, home care, insurance, estate planning, transportation, assistance and services, government programs and recreation. Seminars will be ongoing throughout the event and attendees will receive a program book full of resources to take home. Family members are encouraged to attend as well. castlerockseniorcenter.org

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9HEALTH FAIR 7am - 12pm Castle Rock Adventist Hospital The 9Health Fair provides free and low-cost health screenings for adults and kids.

Anyone can attend whether you’re insured, uninsured or under-insured. Take charge of your health, these screenings could save your life! For more information visit 9healthfair.org

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Electronics Drop Off for Earth Day 8:00am-12:00pm Multiple Locations The Douglas Elbert County REALTOR Association (DERA) will be hosting the 5th Annual Electronics Drop Off Day in conjunction with Rocky Mountain E-Waste

at three locations on Saturday, April 23rd.

In Castle Rock, you can drop items at 840 Kimmer Street or 560 Castle Pines Parkway.

Items can also be dropped at 18801 E. Mainstreet in Parker. Proceeds from the event will benefit Military Veterans of Wounded Warriors Impacting Neighbors.

For more information, visit www.derarealtors. com or call 303.688.0941

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2016 Pine Forest Show Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 11am-3pm Lewis Palmer High School - 1300 Higby Road, Monument, CO Join the Tri-Lakes Women’s Club in celebrating its 40th annual Pine Forest Show; an antiques, home decor and garden sale. Tickets are just $6 per guest and may be purchased at the door. All proceeds benefit qualified, non-profit service organizations and public schools in the TriLakes Community. To get to Lewis Palmer High School, head south on I25 and take Exit 158 or 161. For more information, visit www.

TLWC.net

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Water Wiser Workshop 6:00pm-9:00pm Utilities Operations Building There is no charge to attend, but reservations are required. Go to crgov.com or call 720.733.6017

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Castle Rock Rocky Mountain Antique Festival Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 9am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm Douglas County Fairgrounds Shop quality antiques & vintage with dealers from 15 states, selling a fantastic variety of treasures awaiting your discovery!

Expect to find antique furniture, primitives, estate jewelry, coins, pottery, glass, vintage advertising, vintage clothing, civil war, western and more. Admission is $6, children under 12 are free. Free Parking!

For more information, go to heritageeventcompany.com

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EXPLORE DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE Crowfoot Valley Coffee One Stop Tire and Auto Castle Rock Bike and Ski Miss M’s Tea Parlour Copperfalls Spa and Salon Enchanted Gifts Everything Alpaca Maddie’s Biergarten Chicago Title Valentine Properties Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patale VistoVino Modern Grill

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734 Wilcox St. (303) 814-0999 414 Wilcox St. (303) 688-0366 411 4th St. (303) 688-1722 308 4th St. (303) 814-2276 340 Perry St. (303) 814-2035 376 3rd St. (303) 619-0565 350 3rd St. (303) 660-6684 330 3rd St. (303) 663-5073 212 Wilcox St. (303) 291-9999 210 Wilcox St. (303) 903-9256 18 S Wilcox St. (303) 688-3045 611 Wilcox St. (303) 660-2005

crowfootvalleycoffee.com 1stoptireandauto.com castlerockbikeandski.com missmsteaparlour.com copperfalls.com yourenchantedgifts.com everythingalpaca.biz maddiesbg.com chicagotitlecolorado.com reneevalentine.com ffcolorado.com vistavinomoderngrill.com

DOWNTOWN CASTLE ROCK PARK YOUR CAR AND EXPLORE YOUR DOWNTOWN!

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Downtown Castle Rock is full of amazing locally owned businesses.

Here is a sampling of some of the incredible businesses who call Downtown home. Take a moment and check them out. Supporting locally owned in Castle Rock is a great way to support Castle Rock.

So grab some friends and head Downtown. Park in one of the many free parking spots and explore! Be sure and bring this map along with you and stop by the businesses listed here.

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Make a Difference One Step at a Time

Are you ready to make a REAL difference in your community? On May 7th, you can. Get ready to Climb4Change in Castle Rock! Through the REAL program, Recreation, Empowerment and Active Living, the town aims to provide adaptive recreation programs and leisure opportunities for individuals with disabilities. It’s their mission to find great things for anyone to do regardless of their abilities.

The Parks and Recreation Department believes it is important for all members of our community to have access to recreation opportunities. Funds raised at the Climb4Change fundraiser provide scholarships, are used to purchase adaptive equipment and to provide access to a wide variety of activities in a safe, respectful, and ability-focused environment. The whole idea is to create ABILITY, changing the perception of disability, one step at a time. This ultimate community fitness challenge is part race, part climb-a-thon and all family fun!

Challenge yourself, whether you are a seasoned athlete or just trying to find a great reason to get out and move. It’s a race, but this isn’t your everyday 5K. Instead of running about 3 miles, you’re racing up the stairs of the Challenge Hill at Philip S. Miller Park. There are three different events to choose from: • Race to the Top – One time, straight up, as fast as you can. See if you can beat the course record of 1 minute, 26 seconds!

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• Trail Race – Head up the stairs, then down the trail. You’ve got 30 minutes for this race where the course record is five laps in 30 minutes.

• Power Hour –Up and down, up and down, up and down. For 60 minutes test your endurance and hit those stairs.

The course record is 13 laps!

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Registration includes coffee, food, live DJ, participation medal, T-Shirt, prizes – and a race like none other!

Race day packets are available for pick up at 7am with the Power Hour beginning at 8:00am. At 9:15am the Trail division will begin, followed by the Sprint Division at 10am. Finally, at 11:30am, the Challenge Division will begin with the Race Division and results and Hill records announced at 11:45am.

If you’re interested in making a REAL difference but don’t feel up to the climb, you can volunteer before, during or after the event managing tents, scoring stations, water stations and first aid stations.

For more information on the event or to register, go to www.crgov.com/2001/Climb-4-Change

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Philip S. Miller Library Presents

Backyard Homesteading Fair A free Homesteading Fair at Douglas County Libraries in Castle Rock, Philip S. Miller location, 100 S. Wilcox St., will provide an opportunity for patrons to learn basic heirloom skills for living a sustainable country life in the suburbs. Guests will learn to embrace the simple living of past generations while providing for their families today.

The Backyard Homesteading Fair will be held on Saturday, April 23, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guests of all ages can explore a variety of exhibits and visit with experts on homesteading, from small animal husbandry and gardening, to handicrafts and beekeeping.

Three special talks during the day will focus on foraging for edible plants, gardening and beekeeping.

Tamara Geene, co-owner of Earth’s Green Gifts of Colorado Springs, will host a special presentation on foraging at 11 a.m. Geene has worked with plants all her life.

She grew up on a farm in Wisconsin and tells a charming story about harvesting baby’s breath and selling it from door to door as a young girl. Later, she developed an interest in wild plants and has studied them extensively. She is an expert in survival skills and a fantastic cook too! Geene’s mission is to empower people to eat well, whether they live in the city, suburbs or country.

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Gardening exhibits will feature experts in square foot gardening, hydroponics, vermiculture, composting, high altitude gardening, good bugs/ bad bugs, soil prepara-

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tion, herb gardening, as well as a seed exchange library. Jackie Driscoll, a Master Gardener from the Colorado State University Extension service, will host a special presentation on gardening in Douglas County at 12:30 p.m.

The beekeeping exhibit will demonstrate how bees do more than provide us with honey. Bees pollinate 80% of all fruit, vegetable and seed crops in the United States. Bees are busy insects that lead fascinating lives and without which humans could not exist very long. People who are interested in starting their own apiaries, or just want to learn how to help bees thrive, will enjoy a special 2 p.m. presentation with Rick Squires and Claudia Swenson.

Backyard livestock on display outside the library (weather permitting) will include alpacas, sheep and a handsome turkey. Indoor displays will include chickens, rabbits and an egg incubator.

Handicraft exhibits will feature leather goods, pine basketry, wooden bowls, soap making, spinning/weaving, knitting, crocheting and tatting. In addition, a local blacksmith will exhibit tools crafted specifically for backyard homesteading.

Douglas County Libraries is a passionate advocate for literacy and lifelong learning. For more information, call 303-791-7323 or visit DouglasCountyLibraries.org.

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THEBOOKENDS

with Pam & Becky

My Enemy’s Cradle By Sara Young

Born in Poland and of Jewish decent, Cyrla was sent to live in Holland with her relatives, in hopes of living a safer life during Hitler’s regime.

So far she has been able to blend in but things are about to change.

Someone knows of Cyrla’s heritage and her cousin Anneke is hiding a secret of her own, a pregnancy by a German soldier. Both girls will make decisions that will change the course of many lives.

BECKY Historical fiction is one of my favorite genres of stories.

I love learning more about our past and this story will provide a glimpse into a program that was put into place by the Nazi’s to increase the “Master Race.” All “racially valuable” women were to have as many babies as possible and maternity homes were put in place to care for the new citizens and future soldiers. I really enjoyed this book, but it was the historical information that captivated me. Which did you enjoy more, the love story or the historical insight in this book?

PAM That is a difficult question! I enjoyed the love story, especially because it was unexpected and represented something lovely in the midst of such horror. However, the historical insight was quite interesting. I was not aware of these maternity homes and was driven to research this topic further. What a scary situation and place for Cyrla to be in during a terrifying time. Even before this turn of events, life had not been easy for her. She had lost her mother and been sent away to live with her aunt’s family as her Jewish lineage from her father’s side became dangerous. Do you feel that Cyrla felt rejected by her father, even though she logically understood why he sent her away?

BECKY Absolutely, she was sent away but not her half-brothers.

Her father told her that “You are not denying half of yourself by accepting the other half. You are correcting something that has been unbalanced.” That message told her directly that her place in the family was unnatural. Fortunately, she has a motherly connection to her aunt but I think that she always felt out of place in this home. Cyrla is able to blend in because she has blond hair and blue eyes but she holds on to her Jewish heritage in secret.

What did you think about her dangerous choice to keep objects that exposed her heritage during a time when its discovery could have deadly repercussions?

PAM I wanted to tell her to be safe and not hold onto these items.

However, she had a deep connection to her faith, although it had been years since she was able to practice. She held tighter to these items (and her past) since she was denied her Jewish family, after she was sent away. Not only was her faith dangerous in that time and place, but she had to be cautious in her own home (her aunt’s home) due to her uncle’s feeling on the subject. Although she was very close to her aunt, her uncle resented her and her intrusion into his home. She cared very deeply for her cousin, although they were very different. Do you think her cousin cared deeply for her, as well?

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BECKY I believe that her cousin loved her but I found Anneke to

be self-focused and her actions often hurt those around her. I was a bit confused by how the author presented these two girls. For example, they are described as looking so similar that they could be twins. Yet, Anneke is perceived to be the pretty one. Did you have a hard time with the author’s descriptions of these two characters?

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PAM I found her physical descriptions, as well as her character descriptions, confusing. They were definitely described differently initially. Anneke was the pretty, delicate, and stylish one, while Cyrla was described as the opposite. However, later the author stated they were like twins. Also, Anneke’s character was very self-centered and immature. But, Cyrla described her as a caring, selfless individual. I did have difficulty reconciling the descriptions with my observations throughout the book. Did you feel that the author intentionally led you to believe one thing about some of the other characters, then later threw you a curveball?

BECKY Your observation didn’t cross my mind although I think it

must have been intentional. My thought was more along the line that we each have a perception of someone and sometimes that is much different than how someone else may view them. Even though this style of writing made it hard to visualize the characters it is still a story that I would recommend. Did you like the male characters in this book? We have Isaak, the Jewish man that Cyrla loves and Anneke’s boyfriend Karl.

PAM Although Isaak helped Cyrla, I thoroughly disliked the way he treated her. He had many things in his past and many responsibilities and worries in the present, but I still felt he could have been more caring. Karl’s character was much more complicated.

I did not trust him and was angry at him for the way he treated Anneke. Then, we learn that all was not as it seemed and he turned out to be a great and caring man. Did you feel similarly or did you have a different take on these men?

BECKY I would agree with both of your descriptions of these

characters. An additional trait that I liked about Karl is that we meet a German citizen that did not support Hitler’s plan. I’m sure that many did not agree with his tyranny but it was an interesting choice that made him more relatable and likable. He played his part as a soldier in order to save his life. It’s time to close this chapter and move on. Please tell us about our next read.

PAM Our next read takes us to London, where Jess has escaped her abusive boyfriend. She stumbles upon an old romantic mystery and is determined to solve it in Letters to the Lost: a Novel by Iona Grey.

LOCALAUTHORSPOTLIGHT When Storms Come: Will You Be Ready

By Kristin Snyder

When Storms Come: Will You Be Ready? will prepare you ahead of time to handle the inevitable storms that will come your way, and to emerge even stronger. Author and Bible teacher Kristin Snyder has weathered her own personal storms. Here, she gives you solid biblical tools so that you can too.

First, an understanding that God is sovereign over everybody and everything all the time. Second, a soul-deep knowing that He loves you. Whatever is coming in the future, He promises to be there with you. He cares. He will never forsake you. His sovereign, loving purpose will prevail. He will walk with you through your pain and suffering to a place of safety and comfort, and to achieve His perfect will.

When Storms Come: Will You Be Ready? is available online at amazon.com.

The Oscar Dog: Tales of a Four-Legged Cop

By Bret Titus

Ride along with Brett and Oscar! His ears are too big for his head... his head is too big for his body...his feet are too big for his legs.

Oscar is no Hollywood hero, but he sure knows how to have a tailthumping time catching bad guys. Take a look into the life of a real police K9 team, on the street and at home. Get to know, The Oscar Dog, the unlikeliest 4-legged crime buster you’ll ever meet.

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SENIOR LIFE EXPO TO BRING ALL THINGS SENIOR SENIOR LIFE EXPO TOGETHER IN ONE PLACE Douglas County is known for being a family-friendly place to live, but family life involves more than children. Senior citizens make up a fast growing portion of the area’s population, not just because the baby-boomers are reaching that age, but also because seniors are continually moving into the area. Many come here to be closer to their children and grandchildren. In 2010, 7.2% of the total population in the county was over 65 years of age. That increased by more than fifty percent to reach 9.8% in 2015 and is expected to be over 12% of the total population by 2020, according to the Colorado State Demography Office.

Whether they are long-time residents who are retiring or those who recently moved to the area, seniors want to take charge of their lives, both now and for the future. They want to be able to make informed choices regarding available programs and services. Seniors also want to be involved in their communities, to be contributing as well as continually learning and staying active. Finding all this out can be a daunting task, even to those who have lived here for years.

“We often receive calls from seniors, or their families, trying to

find available resources,” said Valerie Robson, Adult Services Program Manager for Douglas County. “The County recognizes the growing demand for services, and regularly solicits community input. We partner with businesses and agency providers to build their capacity and provide more services to help seniors lead healthy, active and independent lives.

We believe Douglas County is a wonderful place to spend your golden years, and we are here to help people navigate services available.”

It is difficult to find and understand all the growing available resources. It is for that reason seniors and their family members or caregivers may wish to attend the Senior Life Expo, an all things senior event where more than sixty area providers of senior services are coming together in one place. Attendees will be provided a program book with contact information by category for all who have partnered to provide a wealth of information and resources.

The free Senior Life Expo will be held on April 21st from 3:007:00 PM at the Douglas County Events Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road in Castle Rock (corner of Plum Creek Parkway and Perry Street.) While the location is

in Castle Rock, it is a Douglas County-wide event with partners representing the entire county and metro area. Attendees can stop by booths representing many facets of senior life including housing, home care, health care, transportation, government services, insurance, senior organizations, senior assistance, funeral and cremation services, things to do to be involved in the community, ways to stay active, and much more. There will also be seminars with of topics to seniors by leading experts in their fields. These will run on the half-hour beginning at 3:30 PM. Concessions will be available for purchase.

The event is being organized by the Castle Rock Senior Activity Center. “We are thrilled with the response we’ve had to this event,” explained Debbi Haynie, Executive Director. “We are thankful to everyone who has partnered with us and hope that many seniors and their families take advantage of all that will be available.” The non-profit organization hopes to make this an annual event as the area needs and services continually evolve. More information can be found online at www. castlerockseniorcenter.org or 303-688-9498.

SEMINAR SCHEDULE 3:30 pm

•“ Top 5 Reasons to Consider Professional Home Care Services ” by Stacey Tabor, Owner, Touching Hearts at Home

4:00 pm

•“Protecting & Managing Health Through Estate Planning” by local attorney Wendy Monteith of Kokish & Goldmanis, P.C. •“Representing Seniors in the Colorado Legislature”

by Dennis Valentine, AARP Volunteer Advocate

4:30 pm

•“Navigating the Senior Care Maze” by Phil Hotaling, Answers for Senior Care •“Preplanning - Protecting Your Loved Ones” by JR Pinon, Olinger Andrews Funeral Home

5:00 pm

•“Seven Stones Botanical Garden Cemetery, We’re Reinventing the Experience” by Steve Hawley, Seven Stones at Chatfield •“Understand Income Qualified Senior Housing” by Diane Leavesley, Douglas County Housing Partnership

5:30 pm

•“10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s” by Valerie Pennock, Brookdale Highlands Ranch •“Navigating Douglas County’s Senior Services” by Valerie Robson, MSW; Douglas County Adult Services Program Manager

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“What is Senior Care and How it Differs from Traditional Aging Care?” by Gretchen Orosz, MD, Geriatrics Professor at CU School of Medicine & UC Health Lone Tree

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