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FROM THE PUBLISHER Spring into awesome EXPERIENCE LONE TREE Local - To Do - Where in Town LOCAL ARTIST SPOTLIGHT Q&A with three local artists LONE TREE ARTS CENTER Arts for the young and young at heart CREATIVE U Your library gets creative LONE TREE ARTS PRESENTS EVITA THE GALLERY AT VEHICLE VAULT Doug Co’s own car museum THE BOOKENDS All is not forgotten LOCAL AUTHORS SPOTLIGHT Two books from local authors SENIOR LIFE EXPO All things senior in one place A CELEBRATION OF EXTRAORDINARY WOMEN

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PUBLISHER MIKE WAID

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EDITORIAL TIFFANY GRIZZLE

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SPRING INTO AWESOME I am always amazed at the power people have and how quickly they forget they have it. Every single one of us has the ability to have an impact on our surroundings. Think about it, when you are in a good mood doesn’t everything around you seem to be better?

Likewise, when you are feeling down and out the world seems to feel the same way.

Several years ago I decided to try a scientic experiment on the power we all posses. Well, it was a “somewhat” scientific experiement but none-the-less it was an eye opening venture.

I decided to keep track of my mood and see what thinks would have a demonstrable effect on changing my mood.

I recall one day in particular. I was having a very hard day. I simply didn’t seem to be “clicking” with my family, my work had lots of tough situations going on, my public life seemed to be filled with negativity (mainly through social media) and I was just in a foul mood. This was a perfect time for me to test my experiment.

I decided to seek out positivity and, specifically, how I could be a positive force in someone elses life. I’ve always done some sort of volunteer work so I was no stranger to “giving back” but in this case I went out of my way to find someone who needed help and decided to give them assistance...anonymously.

What a rush it was! Almost instantly the world seemed to be a little brighter...people seemed

to be a little nicer...my mood became quite a bit better. I speculated that perhaps I lucked into things being better and that my act of kindness had nothing to do with it, but as I tested this theory on other occasions I realized that it is each of us that has the ability to make a day awesome.

This spring is a perfect time for you to help me test my theory so I’m challenging each of you to “Spring Into Awesome” by helping others during the month of April. It’s easy to do and I want to see if you notice a change in you.

Pay attention to see if your days are brighter and you hear more laughs. See if the world smells fresher and you see more smiles. Spend time feeling your heart and see if it is warmer.

If during your quest for awesomeness you find yourself looking for a new way to help, consider joining me on April 29th for my annual “Shave the Mayor” event to raise money for pediatric cancer research. I will be shaving my head and beard along with over 100 others who are “Springing Into Awesome” with me.

Go online to ShaveTheMayor.com for details.

No matter what, make sure this Spring that you not only find your “awesome” but help at least one other person find theirs. That’s one thing we can all do...help others to make their world awesome while embrasing ours.

Stay awesome my friends!

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AN EVENING WITH LISA SCOTTOLINE DCL Libraries is proud to host New York Times bestselling author, Lisa Scottoline, at CU South Denver, for an intimate discussion of her brand new book, One Perfect Lie. Tickets for the April 13th event include a hardcover copy of her book, which has already been named “A Top 20 Book for Spring” by Amazon and the “Biggest Thriller of 2017”

by BookBub. One Perfect Lie is an emotional thriller and suburban crime story that is sure to keep readers hooked until the shocking

conclusion. Scottoline, whose other works include Look Again and Don’t Go, will be signing her books for attendees following her presentation and Tattered Cover will be on hand selling copies of Ms. Scottolines other titles.

Tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite at www.eventbrite. com/e/dcl-presents-lisa-scottolinetickets-31546501435.

local I wish I was creative. I wish I was artistic.

Sound familiar? If you one of those who considers yourself “creatively impaired” – fear not – your artistic ability is waiting to be discovered at Arts on Fire! Locally owned and operated since 2004, Arts of Fire (originally My Creative Outlet) has been helping guests tap into their creative side and letting their artistic flag fly. Arts on Fire allows you to create pottery, glass fused pieces (such as bowls, plates or wearable art like pendants, bracelets and earrings!) and canvas paintings. They’re well known for children’s parties (offering parties for kids ages 6 and up), but offer great options for grown-ups to get in on the fun as well with private parties, corporate events, showers,

ARTS ON FIRE or just a fun evening out. Arts on Fire never charges studio fees, material fees or hourly fees. They want you to come in, pick your piece, and get crazy creative. Need a nudge in that direction? Arts on Fire has tons of samples, idea books, stencils and other tools that the staff will show you how to use to create your piece, not to mention expert staff to help guide you through the process.

With two locations to serve your inner Picasso – Arts on Fire is a fantastic way to flex your artistic muscles.

Arts on Fire - Highlands Ranch 303.470.0530 & Castle Rock 720.328.2954 www.artsonfirestudio.com

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Would you like to win $50 cash? Look through the magnifying glass and simply guess correctly where in Lone Tree this is.

We will randomly draw a winner from all correct entries! Enter online at www.LoneTreeMagazine.com - GOOD LUCK!

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Just southeast of I-25 and Ridgegate Parkway is the answer to February’s clue. Historic Schweiger Ranch rests peacefully on 38 acres; a little pocket of a time gone by amongst the bustling growth of Lone Tree. The ranch was originally established by John, Joseph and Jacob Schweiger, who immigrated to the United States from Austria and were some of the earliest

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permanent settlers in this area. The Schweiger family owned and operated the ranch for nearly 100 years before selling the property in 1970. Today, it’s protected as an historic landmark and is open for guided and self-guided tours every weekend from 1-5pm.

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LOCAL ARTISTS Q&A WITH THREE LOCAL ARTISTS WHOSE WORK IS ADDING COLOR TO THE WORLD

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HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE OF ART My style is probably somewhere between Impressionism and Realism. The biggest influence on my style is from painting for five years exclusively, outdoors from life. Since the light changes you have to paint very directly and quickly.

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WHERE IS THE MOST INTERESTING PLACE YOUR ART HAS BEEN DISPLAYED My work has been displayed in a few art museums including the Autry Museum of the American West in Los Angeles, and the Eiteljorg Museum in Indianapolis. My paintings are in the permanent collection of the Denver Art Museum and Pioneer Museum in Colorado Springs and the U.S. Capital in the office of a past Senator and Cabinet Member. Walmart Chairman Rob Walton and past rock and roll legend Joe Cocker also collected my work.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT BEING AN ARTIST My favorite part about being an artist is to put everything you have into a painting that is very personal to you, and then have someone who you have never met, respond to it on that same deep personal level. Meeting the collectors is critical for me.

WHAT ADVISE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A NEW ARTIST My advice for young artists is paint every day, seek out the masters of your genre, and visit as many museums as you can to see the work in person. Set goals that stretch yourself and one day you might be hanging next to them.

WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE ARTIST My favorite artists are a small group of artists from Russia from 100 years ago called the “Itinerants.” They were well trained, stressed painting from life and painted like they didn’t need the money although most were very poor. Artists like Isaac Levitan, Ivan Shishkin and Ilya Repin are at the top of the list.

WHAT IS AN INTERESTING FACT ABOUT YOU Many of my peers have no other interests or hobbies, their whole life is their art. For me, Art is only a part of my life.

I have a wife and two teenage boys and love to climb fourteeners, catch trophy trout on a fly rod, scuba dive, play golf, tennis and many other sports with them.

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HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN PAINTING I had been drawing and working with clay since I was a five or six years old. I sold my drawings to classmates in elementary school for 25 cents. Then in High School my teachers would purchase my assignments from Art class. Straight out of High School, I attended the Art Institute of Colorado. To answer your question, I’ve been painting about 40 years.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN PAINTING I had been painting for 50 years.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE OF ART My work is best described as abstract painting, not analytical, critical or conceptual, but emotional and spiritual.

WHAT IS AN INTERESTING FACT ABOUT YOU I came the U.S.A. in 1961 as a foreign student in order to study “acting.” The only reason I became a painter was that my English was not good enough for acting.

WHERE IS THE MOST INTERESTING PLACE YOUR ART HAS BEEN DISPLAYED International Art Festival, “Five Elements/One World,” at Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, L.A., California in 2011.

I was one of the 6 featured artists in the exhibition.

TADASHI HAYAKAWA artworknetwork.com 303-475-8111

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WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT BEING AN ARTIST Painting is just like breathing, without it, I would choke to death. Art also teaches me the importance of sincerity, humility, and imagination.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD GIVE TO A NEW ARTIST 1. enjoy the process of creating without worrying about the outcome.

2. imagination is more important than knowledge of techniques.

3. always be sincere to yourself and express your feelings in your work, either in abstract or representational art WHO ARE YOUR FAVORITE ARTISTS Ms. Chiyomi Longo, Santa Rosa, CA (http://www.chiyomilongo.com) Ms. Carlene Francis, Denver, CO (www.carlenefrancis.net)

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN PAINTING I have been painting as a professional artist since 1984. The first art gallery that represented my work was DeColores Art Gallery in the Cherry Creek Shopping district in Denver.

WHAT IS AN INTERESTING FACT ABOUT YOU I love reading about, studying and visiting sites of the historical American West.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE OF ART My style of painting leans towards impressionism/ Naturalism.

WHERE IS THE MOST INTERESTING PLACE YOUR ART HAS BEEN DISPLAYED My works have been exhibited in France and Spain. I also had some paintings that were on display at the Governor’s office in the State Capitol building in Denver, Colorado…and of course, my current art studio in the old School House on Mainstreet in Parker is pretty unique and interesting.

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WHO ARE YOUR FAVORITE ARTISTS I was raised in New Mexico and was first inspired by the Taos Society of Artists. Later, it was the French and American Impressionists that really got me fired up. Now I am influenced by all types of art forms.

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WHAT ADVICE WOULD GIVE TO A NEW ARTIST Start now...the sooner the better. Study art from professional artists of note whose works inspires you.

Drawing capability is very important to one’s success and plan on a ten year time commitment before an art career can start having traction.

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WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT BEING AN ARTIST It is an ever evolving process of working and learning and being inspired.

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ing to Passport to Culture receive a passport booklet and get a “stamp” (sticker) for each performance they attend. When they have attended eight performances, they get a free ticket to the next one!

Seedlings is a family program designed to engage parents and young children (toddlers through kindergartners) in arts, culture, and science at the Lone Tree Arts Center. Seedlings programs happen once a month on Tuesday mornings, and there are always two offerings (9:30am and 11am) to accommodate all that are interested. Best of all, the programs are affordable -- $3 per person, with children ages one and under free.

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ou may be familiar with the Lone Tree Arts Center’s professional programming, but did you know they also present special programming for families, seniors, and those with sensory processing disorders?

Unique to the Arts Center’s programming is

Sensory Friendly Family Tree. SF Family Tree presents perfor-

mances for families of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, autism, sensory processing disorder, or other conditions. This bi-monthly series is designed to present performances in a relaxed, sensory-friendly way to ensure everyone has access to live entertainment at an affordable rate. Performers modify shows to ensure there are no startling noises or visually over-stimulating components. Sound levels are kept lower than normal and lights in the audience are higher than normal, ensuring audience members can see each other. Audience members are free to come and go if need be (there is always a “safe room” available) and are asked to wave hands rather than clapping.

The Lone Tree Arts Center also recognizes that seniors in our community have different needs than people at other stages in their lives. Arts in the Afternoon is a monthly, hour-long program that usually takes place on Wednesday afternoons, at a lower cost than evening performances. The series features some of the finest classical, jazz, opera, and other musicians from the metro Denver area. Each show includes a significant educational component, with the professional musicians or their narrators sharing historical and artistic insights about their music. After the performance, the audience enjoys complimentary refreshments and conversation with artists.

The Lone Tree Arts Center offers wonderful ways to introduce your children to the theater. In addition to student matinees by touring theatrical companies, the Arts Center proudly offers two signature programs especially created for kids: Passport to Culture and Seedlings.

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Passport to Culture is a program specifically designed for children and families to experience arts and culture outside the classroom and inside a world of imagination through perfor-

mances, workshops, and pure entertainment to foster the growth of visual and performing arts, science, and cultural understanding in our community. To be affordable, most programs cost only $5, and are presented once a month on Sundays; our most recent Passport was a performance by Denver Taiko. Kids com9 SEARCH LONE TREE MAGAZINE

The newest program at the Lone Tree Arts Center is designed for caregivers and loved ones with memory loss. SPARK! is a free program offered in conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Association for people experiencing mild memory loss, early stage Alzheimer’s, or a related dementia, and their family, friends, and guests.

These cultural programs feature interactive and engaging experiences in a welcoming environment. Specially trained educators and guides involve participants in lively discussions, social engagement, and other hands-on multi-sensory activities using the genres of art, music, and poetry. The programs last for one hour and end with refreshments, giving participants and caregivers an opportunity to support and socialize with one another.

If you’re looking for something special to do with your children or with your parents alike, look no further than the Lone Tree Arts Center! For more information, visit www.lonetreeartscenter.org or call 720.509.1000.

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Explore different facets of the arts and immerse yourself in cultural experiences all month long at Douglas County Libraries (DCL). Learn about different cultures, sample street food, and indulge in music and theater play Here’s what’s happening at DCL in Lone Tree in April:

CreativeU: Instrument Zoo

Kids get hands-on experience learning about and playing various musical instruments.

Saturday, April 1st, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

No registration required; information at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org

CreativeU: Kids’ Improv

Kids build confidence and enhance listening skills through improv and theater play, presented by an improv professional.

Saturday, April 8th, 1-1:45 p.m.

Register at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org

CreativeU: Sing Along With Disney Karaoke

Kids 6-12 can belt out their favorite Disney tunes.

Wednesday, April 12th, 4-5 p.m.

Register at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org

CreativeU: Cultural Arts Fair

Experience music and art from various cultures, including a mobile eatery serving globally inspired “street food” (for purchase) All ages welcome.

Saturday, April 22nd, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Register at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org

Express Yourself: Ships of the Sea

Everything you want to know about pirates, passages and great ships of the sea, presented by Rocky Mountain Shipwrights. Also, pick up pointers on modelship building. All ages welcome.

Saturday, April 29th, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday, April 30th, 12-4 p.m.

Register at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org

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Kids 6-12 build their own model ships!

Saturday, April 29th, 12-1:30 p.m. & 2-3:30 p.m.

Register at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org

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The beloved musical about Argentina’s controversial First Lady with an award-winning score by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice comes to Lone Tree! The New York City-based creative team of Gina Rattan, Director; Sarah O’Gleby, Choreographer; and Max Mamon, Musical Director, has numerous Broadway and Broadway National Tour credits, and leads a cast that includes Denver favorite Lauren Shealy, as well as Broadway actors Miles Jacoby and Jesse Sharp.

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This dynamic musical masterpiece chronicles the incredible and almost unbelievable life of Eva Perón, Argentina’s divisive yet intriguing First Lady. As an illegitimate fifteen year old, Eva escaped her dirt-poor existence for the bright lights of the cosmopolitan capital city of Buenos Aires. Driven by ambition and blessed with charisma, she was a starlet at twenty-two, the president’s mistress at twenty-four then second wife to President Juan Perón and First Lady at twentyseven. Almost prophetically, she once said that, “time was her greatest enemy” before dying at the age of thirty-three.

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It has been written that, upon hearing the news of her death, “sounds of weeping reached the street and privately, champagne corks were popped.” Eva Perón – “saint to the working-class, reviled by the aristocracy, and mistrusted by the military” – was destined to leave a fascinating political legacy unique in the 20th century. Told through a compelling score with a live orchestra that fuses haunting chorales with exuberant Latin, pop and jazz influences, EVITA creates an arresting theatrical portrait as complex as the woman herself.

Eva Perón, who often professed that, “my biggest fear is to be forgotten,” will surely become unforgettable after seeing her story come to life on stage.

EVITA runs April 13th-29th on the Main Stage at Lone Tree Arts Center Go to www.lonetreeartscenter.org for show times by date and to purchase tickets.

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DOUGLAS COUNTY’S PREMIER MUSEUM… AND IT’S ALL ABOUT CARS!

By Mike Waid

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love museums. It is as simple as that. My family and I have visited many different museums over the years. From aviation, to science, to arts & culture, to history we’ve spent many hours taking in the interesting details of a time long gone. You can imagine how excited I was when I walked through the doors at Vehicle Vault for the first time and found an incredible CAR MUSEUM! Admittedly I am not a car guy…well, to be accurate I was not a car guy. Sure, I have fond memories of my first car – a 1968 Volkswagen Beetle. I learned to turn a wrench on its 1600cc air cooled engine. I performed my first body work on it, learning to secretly love the smell of Bond-o and the feel of sandpaper. But as I got older I fell away from the day to day love of the beauty and history which the automobile represents. Now that I’ve had the pleasure of visiting the Gallery at Vehicle Vault I feel that I’m starting to become a car guy.

Located in Parker, the Gallery is a massive car museum at the Vehicle Vault campus. This museum houses a vast collection of vehicles sure to satisfy every historic and creative bone in your body. From the mild enthusiast to the hard-core collector, the variety of amazing cars will both stun and excited you. What I found most intriguing about the collection is that each and every vehicle has some sort of story behind it. From the 1954 Mercedes 300SL “Gullwing,” one of the rarest and most valuable cars in the collection, to the Ferrari Scuderia you will surely fall in love with at least one of the many historic and exotic cars in the gallery.

One of my favorites is the 1906 Success. Originally a horse drawn buggy, owners of the Success could purchase a one cylinder engine modification so the buggy was no longer horse drawn. The side mounted engine and its large chain speak of ingenuity and creativity at the dawn of the automobile. My wife had several favorites. From the pink Cadillac to the 1954 Jaguar that looked like it could be the star of a secret agent movie, she wanted to take several home.

In addition to the museum, Vehicle Vault has event space available for small parties to large fundraisers. I have attended many events there and was blown away by the “party” that can be thrown there. No matter if you are looking for a cool place take the family or are looking for a venue to host a party for 300 of your closest friends you will want to stop by Vehicle Vault real soon.

For more information on the Gallery at Vehicle Vault, event facilities or their ownership car condos that are going to be built soon you can visit them online at VehicleVaultCo.com.

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with Pam & Becky

All Is Not Forgotten

By Wendy Walker

* * * We feel compelled to warn our readers that this is a sensitive topic and the story has graphic descriptions. This book is not for everyone. * * * Jenny Kramer is a teenage girl that wanders a few hundred feet away from a local party. She is brutally violated in the woods behind the house where the party is given.

While doctors are treating her physical injuries she is given a drug that will medically erase the traumatic memories of this assault. In time she physically heals from this horrific event but she will never be the same. Her country club mother, Charlotte prefers to pretend this tragedy did not touch their picture perfect world. Her father, Tom is obsessed with identifying the attacker and wants justice for his daughter. Dr. Forrester is familiar with this drug and its effect on victims. Will Jenny and her family, find the answers they need to completely recover from this nightmare.

BECKY This is such a tragic topic and it was difficult to read

sections of this book. However, it is a disturbing but interesting psychological thriller. There are plans to make this into a movie and I am curious how they will retell this story. I encourage you to start the book when you have the time to read at least the first few chapters.

I began by reading a small section and it took me awhile to get used to the style of storytelling. Pam, would you agree that it took a while to wrap your head around this story?

PAM I completely agree. It took me some time to become familiar with the author’s style of storytelling, specifically which character was talking. Parts of this story were very difficult to read. However, the author’s descriptions were of a clinical or investigative nature, which allowed the reader to be distanced from some of the emotion. Did you feel that the author used this type of description?

BECKY That is a great observation and although it took a bit to

get use to, I enjoyed the distance it created. Once I acclimated to this style of writing it intensified the creepy factor for this story. It felt like I was reading a diary or listening in on a private conversation.

What did you think about the possibility to erase memory through medical intervention? Would it be a blessing or a curse?

PAM I think it would first appear to be a blessing to anyone looking into this possibility. However, the emotional fallout described in the book would make anyone think twice. Perhaps a victim cannot fully heal and move past an event without the traumatic work of coming to terms with the details. As parents, we want to protect our children from anything harmful, either physical or emotional. This would have seemed as a blessing for their daughter. Tom questioned this method from the beginning, but Charlotte was insistent that it be used as soon as possible. If she had known the risks, do you feel Charlotte would have been as certain?

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BECKY Charlotte wanted to put this tragedy in her past. I think

that she would have brushed the risks aside because she wanted a fix for this terrible circumstance. I wonder what choice Jenny would have made if the decision would have been completely up to her that evening. Later in the story she will meet Sean and he has some experience with this drug treatment for PTSD. What did you think about this character? Was he a good support for Jenny or did he make the situation worse?

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PAM What an excellent question about Jenny. I wonder what she would have chosen that night. Sean faced his own tragic events and is going through a similar experience with effects from the drug, as well as trying to come to terms with issues that have always caused personal struggles. Jenny and Sean had very different events that led them to their intersection, but find an understanding friend in each other. They felt that the other really understood when nobody else could. I was a bit uneasy about this relationship, although it did make a big difference for Jenny. Do you think this friendship helped Sean or gave him more to overcome?

BECKY He was an interesting character and I would have

enjoyed learning more about him and his past. I feel that for both of them it was a relief to find someone that understood a similar pain. I think that focusing on Jenny was good for Sean and the connection was a balm for his scarred past. Do you agree that the female author was successful portraying significant male roles?

PAM Honestly, I didn’t realize the author was female until later in the story. I often read on my kindle and find that I do not refer to the title or author while reading a book. That means I usually cannot remember the name of the book I am currently reading! I find this to be true about the author, as well. I was convinced by the narrator of the story, although it was a male character. Since this character was telling the story from a personal, as well as a professional angle, it was an interesting perspective. Did you enjoy the way he told the story?

BECKY I enjoyed the style in which the narrator manipulated my

mind while reading. At first we are held hostage not knowing whom was telling the story. Then later it was like you were reading a case file and only small bits of information is revealed. As disturbing as the situation was for this young girl, I have to say that I really enjoyed this book. I would look for this author again and I hope it is made into a movie as I think it would be interesting on the big screen. It is time to say goodbye to Jenny and pick up the next book. Please join us next month as we discuss, My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She’s Sorry by Fredrik Backman.

LOCALAUTHORSPOTLIGHT A PHOTOGRAPHER’S EYE AND A TRAVELER’S HEART

ONE COUPLE’S EPIC 21 MONTH WORLD JOURNEY

By Don Mammoser

In late 2010, professional photographer Don Mammoser began an open-ended, worldwide journey of discovery. He took with him just a backpack, a camera and one lens. A female acquaintance, Anya, from Russia accompanied him on a trial basis at first, then permanently after their traveling romance flourished.

Together, the couple moved non-stop across the earth for twenty-one months. They traveled as local people and with local people the entire time. This means that they rode on camels and elephants, in countless tuk-tuks, motorbikes, and on untold overcrowded buses. They went via dugout canoes, old bikes, kayaks, river tubes, and endless boats, ferries and other assorted floating devices. They survived numerous typhoons, food poisoning, a crashed motorbike, wildlife encounters, injuries, and decrepit Indonesian ferries. They were caught in angry oceans, often dealt with inhospitable immigration authorities and got eaten alive by more mosquitoes and leeches than they care to remember. They visited 28 countries on 4 continents.

During their travels, Don and Anya got engaged in Montenegro and married on the beach in the Dominican Republic. What began as a simple friendship between an American man and a Russian girl ended in an amazing partnership where these two vagabonds travel through life together, attempting to simply have an uncommon existence.

This book is one chapter in their story, told through gorgeous, full-color photography along with plenty of personal prose. When not travelling, Don and Anya live in Parker, Colorado.

This book is available for purchase on Amazon.com. Learn more at www.donmammoserphoto.com.

PIECES OF ACCORDANCE

By Liz Rau

Sasha Reads has always wanted to be a writer, but she’s never known where to begin.

So when her grandmother leaves her an old photograph of a house in Missouri, she finally feels inspired to write. But when secrets of the house begin to unfold, and the town’s most romantic love story comes to light, things start to feel more like a memory from a dream than reality. What has Sasha gotten herself into? The one secret that may unlock the mystery of the house, and the reason Sasha feels so drawn to the small town life, is hidden inside a trunk in the attic. But without the key, will Sasha ever discover what her story is?

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This book is available for purchase on Amazon.com and on Kindle.

Learn more on www.lizrauofficial.com.

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Senior Life Expo

Bringing All Things Senior Together in One Place Everyone knows the population is aging.

10,000 boomers turn 65 every single day in our country. The senior population in Douglas County is increasing as citizens are aging and more seniors are moving here to be close to family. Seniors in our communities very much have the desire to continue to make informed choices, contribute to their community, continue to learn, and prepare for their future. However, figuring all this out can be a daunting task, even to those who have lived here for years, because so much is changing. In response to this growth, more government programs are being offered, and many businesses and non-profit organizations are dedicating themselves to the senior population in the Douglas County area.

The goal of the upcoming Douglas County Senior Life Expo is to bring the seniors and the providers of services together in one place. This free “all things senior” event will be on Thursday, April 20th, from 2:00pm6:00pm, at the Douglas County Events Center, located at 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.

Seniors, and their family members, will have a chance to speak with representatives from more than seventy providers of services 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. Even if services are not needed now, it is valuable to know where to find help before the time it is needed. Attendees will be provided a program book with contact information by category for all partners, providing a wealth of information and resources. There will also be free seminars with topics of interest to seniors by leading experts in their fields. These will run on the half-hour beginning at 2:30 pm. Written materials, give-aways and door prizes will be found throughout the exhibit hall.

Concessions will be available for purchase.

The event is organized by the Castle Rock Senior Activity Center. “About 500 people came to the Senior Life Expo last year, and we were honored by the gratitude of those families that were able to get information about assistance for a loved one,” explained Debbi Haynie, Executive Director. “The organizations that have partnered with us for this event truly care about the senior community, and want to make life better for senior citizens.” Event planners expect that the Expo will continue to grow in coming years. More information can be found at www.castlerockseniorcenter.org or 303-6889498.

SENIOR LIFE EXPO SEMINAR SCHEDULE Additional programming will be added, see Program Book at event

2:30 PM

l “Navigating the Senior Care Maze” by Phil Hotaling of Answers for Senior Care l “Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning” by Darrell Gubbels of Gubbels Law Office

3:00 PM

l “What is Vision Loss? What Can You Do?” by Shirley Proppe of A-3 (Empowering People with Vision Loss) l “Advancements in Hearing Technology” by Linda Fudge, AuD, Audiologist from Lone Tree Health Center, UC Health Hearing and Balance Center

3:30 PM

l “How to Keep Your Mind Fit” by Jonathan Wells and Juliana Young of Home Care Assistance l “The Art of Independence”

by Michael Hurwitz of Bonaventure of Castle Rock

4:00 PM

l “Getting to Know Hospice” by Ally Willis and Mary Simpson of New Century Hospice

4:30 PM

l “The Truth About the New Reverse Mortgages (What Every Senior Should Know)” by James Warburton of High Tech Lending

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l “Healthcare and Long-Term Care in Retirement Planning”

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A Celebration of Extraordinary Women The 2nd Annual Women of Achievement Awards

By Tiffany Grizzle

“What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” - Jane Goodall Last spring, I found myself at a large table, having wonderful conversations over a beautiful lunch with several people I had the pleasure of meeting just that afternoon. Ours was one of many tables in a much larger banquet room and throughout the afternoon, we had the honor of being introduced to neighbors in our community who were doing absolutely amazing things; things that we may never had learned of if it weren’t for the reason we were all gathered there – the Light ‘n’ Heart Awards and Women of Achievement Luncheon presented by the Rotary Club of Parker Cherry Creek Valley. Like most people, I believe, I try and do what I can for others. I volunteer at my children’s schools; I participate in fundraisers and charitable events and donate my time or money when and where I can when I am moved to do so. I realize I can always do more but I was completely awestruck by just how much more is possible.

The women recognized at last year’s awards, especially the young women in our community, and the work they are doing within the community is absolutely astonishing.

This year’s 2nd Annual Women of Achievement Luncheon also serves as a 30 year celebration for all Rotary International Women. The Light ‘n’ Heart Awards were created to recognize the achievements

of women in Douglas County for their leadership and service. Meeting in the Rotarian spirit of “Service Above Self,” this very special afternoon is sure to be another unforgettable event, and one that you will not want to miss. Tickets are available now (www.WomenAchieve. net) and this event is open to all community members and businesses.

This year’s incredible nominees, none of whom asked to be put in the spotlight, will be most humbly accepting the recognition they so genuinely deserve.

Light ‘n’ Heart Awards will be presented to deserving nominees in the following categories: Achievement in Innovation, Achievement in Leadership, Achievement in Organizational Enhancement, Achievement in Service to Others, Mentoring Women, Young Women of Achievement & Unsung Heroine The afternoon will include a Proclamation given by Rotary District 5450 Governor Bill Downes, and keynote addresses by Former 5450 Governor Mary Kay Hasz, Rotary President Mike Dunkel, Rotary Women Past, Present and Future and former Rotary President and Parker Mayor Mike Waid.

As someone who thoroughly enjoyed last year’s luncheon and ceremony, I would highly encourage attending – you’ll meet some remarkable people and leave incredibly inspired, perhaps wanting to lend your talents and time to one of the recipient’s causes or be motivated to pursue your own passion.

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The Women of Achievement Awards take place Wednesday, May 3rd 11am-1pm at the Denver Marriott South in Lone Tree For Tickets, go to www.WomenAchieve.net 21 SEARCH LONE TREE MAGAZINE

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