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Dalton’s Moon Foundation Cancer fundraising foundation Help Holly Find A Kidney Searching for a life saving donation Stay-cation Sites for Happy Campers Camping sites and locations around Colorado

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Douglas County Veterans Monument Annual Golf Tournament

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Local Parker Business Spotlight Camp Bow Wow The Bookends & Local Author Spotlight Memorial Day Veterans’ Service of Remembrance Remembering the men and women who gave their lives protecting the country Search Parker Restaurant Guide Great local places to eat

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Dalton’s Moon Foundation When you watch someone do something extremely difficult with an ease and grace that makes the impossible look effortless, it’s inspiring. Inspiring others is something Dalton Levine did throughout his lifetime through his amazing dance and orchestra performances, his impressive academic achievements and his eternally optimistic and inspiring way he lived his life while fighting a very rare and aggressive form of cancer, adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC). Diagnosed in high school, Dalton’s resolve never faltered. He remained positive and determined to fight this disease and get better, all while keeping his sense of humor and comforting younger cancer patients fighting the same fight. A warrior to the end, Dalton sadly passed away on December 13th, 2016.

Following Dalton’s example of relentless positivity, humanity and kindness; his family was inspired to create the Dalton’s Moon Foundation in his memory. The continual mission of the foundation is to raise funds to empower armies of doctors, nurses, clinicians, scientists and support staff in our hospitals to get the resources they need in order to make cancer a thing of the past. Their dream is that the Dalton’s Moon Foundation will make the dream of “no more cancer” a reality.

With these goals in mind, Dalton’s family and friends invite the community to join them in the 2nd Annual Dalton’s Moon Foundation Golf Tournament on Friday, June 15th, at the Spring Valley Golf Club. Funds raised from the tournament, as well as an online auction that will be live from June 8th-15th, will benefit Dancers Against Cancer, Children’s Hospital

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Colorado, Children’s Tumor Foundation, and several more deserving causes to be determined.

Before his passing, Dalton had participated in Colorado School of Dance’s “Dance for a Difference” show, a fundraiser for Children’s Hospital Colorado, since its inception. To date, this annual benefit has raised well over $100,000 for the hospital. He was also very proud to be chosen as an ambassador for Children’s Hospital in 2016. He represented the hospital at multiple events and supported numerous fundraising initiatives.

Funds will also be used for a Legend High School College Scholarship, to be awarded to a student who exemplifies the same qualities and passion for learning and helping others that Dalton did. Despite the rigors of his intense

cancer treatments during his junior and senior years, Dalton continued to excel academically, graduating from LHS with honors, on time, with a better than 4.0 grade point average and in the top 3% of his class. Dalton had plans to attend University of Colorado - Boulder as a Computer Science major and ultimately to go to medical school and become a pediatrician.

If you are unable to attend the event, please consider becoming a sponsor through a donation. All donations, including cash and items donated for silent auction, are taxdeductible. Please go to www.daltonsmoon.org to register for the event or to contribute.

If you were fortunate enough to see Dalton perform, you know that his love of life came through in his passion for the arts. If you never got that chance, you will no doubt be just as inspired by Dalton through the work of this amazing foundation and the legacy Dalton continues to leave. In tribute to Dalton, or perhaps for someone you know who has battled or is battling cancer, please go to www. daltonsmoon.org for more information about the online auction, to register for the Dalton’s Moon Foundation Golf Tournament or to contribute to the foundation and their tireless fight against pediatric cancers. Maya Angelou once said, “If you’re going to live, leave a legacy.

Make a mark on the world that can’t be erased.”

Dalton Levine certainly left his mark, and it’s one that will be impossible to erase. Please consider honoring his legacy by supporting the Dalton’s Moon Foundation at their event next month, and become a part of that legacy.

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Help Holly Find A Kidney

By looking at me, you wouldn’t think that anything in particular was wrong, but that wouldn’t be altogether true.

My name is Holly and I am looking for a kidney donor.

I have lived in the Denver metro area for the majority of my life. My husband and I currently live in Centennial with our three fur-babies. I have two grown children and 2 grandchildren.

For the past 20 years, I have worked for the Parker Police Department as a civilian employee. I am currently assigned to the Property and Evidence Section, but have worked in many areas of the Police Department. I have also taught various classes and trainings, and worked on many events for the department over the years. Prior to that, I worked as a Patrol Officer for approximately 18 years in other police agencies in the Denver Metro area.

In my spare time, I teach dance classes (mainly ballet) at four locations in the Denver area. I love working with all of the children, and I am honored to have the opportunity to help to change so many young lives. As you can see, I have always led a very active lifestyle.

About 5 years ago, I became extremely ill, and the doctors had a difficult time figuring out exactly what the problem was. After a litany of tests, it was determined that I was in kidney failure. The cause is believed to be high blood pressure, which I had never had before that time. There is also the possibility that genetics are involved as my grandfather, aunt, uncle and mother

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sadly all passed away due to kidney failure. Ironically, back in the 1960’s, my mother was scheduled to be a kidney donor for my uncle in one of the Denver’s first kidney transplants. My uncle sadly passed away before this could happen.

In cases such as mine, the best course of action is a kidney transplant. Many people generously donate their organs upon their passing, and many lives are saved in this way; however, the waitlist for a kidney transplant by this means is often 4-5 years because the need is so great! There are currently many living kidney donors who live active and healthy lives after a transplant with one remaining kidney. By donating a kidney to someone in need, you are saving another person’s life.

Kidney donors are matched with their recipient, first by blood type, and then by a tissue match, to make sure the new kidney isn’t rejected. In my case, I am an “A” blood type, which means I can be matched with another “A” blood type or the universal “O” blood type.

I am hopeful that my donor is out there and, perhaps that by reading this, I will be lucky enough to find my personal donor hero. However the lists are long and every name on them is in need.

I am desperately hoping that each and every person reading this will consider being a donor and become a hero for someone waiting patiently for the news that could save their life.

For more information about organ donation, visit www. donoralliance.org

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Stay-cation Sites for Happy Campers

Getting out and enjoying the great outdoors is one of the biggest benefits of living in the heart of some of the most picturesque landscape anywhere in the country. Whether you prefer “glamping” it up in an RV or going for the full effect and pitching a tent for the weekend, there are hundreds of choices for a weekend in the wilderness. According to 50campfires.com, these are some of the gems located close to home!

CHATFIELD STATE PARK IN LITTLETON–

Reservoir waters in the park allows boating, skiing, sailing or fishing. There are 26 miles of hiking and biking trails and 197 campsites to choose from, all with electrical hookups and many with water and sewer hook ups as well. Better to call ahead and make a reservation. (303) 7917275 or email at Chatfield.park@state. co.us CHERRY CREEK CAMPGROUND IN AURORA– Just east of Denver, centered

in the 880 acre Cherry Creek Reservoir, Cherry Creek Campground offers water sports including jet skiing and swimming.

You can also enjoy horseback riding trails as well as open space for flying model airplanes and shooting ranges. 131 campsites can accommodate tents and RVs with 50amp full hook up pull throughs.

There is also a dog park onsite and WiFi available. Go to www.cpwshop.com for more info or to make a reservation.

CAMP DICK CAMPGOUND IN AURORA–

History buffs will appreciate the origins of this campground, originally established in 1930s as a Civilian Conservation Corp camp. Right on the banks of St. Vrain Creek, it’s the perfect spot for fly-fishing.

You can bring your mountain bike and cruise along one of the many trails at the campsite, taking in the gorgeous scenery.

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way, in one of the nearby lakes! For more information or to book your dates go to www.recreation.gov COLD SPRINGS CAMPGROUND IN IDAHO SPRINGS– A little under 40

miles from Denver, Cold Springs offers a variety of hiking trails, some easy enough to manage with little ones and one much steeper, but shorter trail that rewards hikers with an incredible view from the top. There are 38 sites that will accommodate tents and RVs (but not RVs with slide-outs.) Vault toilets are also accessible on-site. If you are a Jeep lover (like our Mayor) Cold Springs has great off-road trails too! To book your site, go to www.reserveamerica.com

RAINBOW LAKES CAMPGROUND NEAR NEDERLAND– If you’re looking for an

authentic, old-school , tent only camping trip, this is the destination for you. Just about an hour north of Denver, this campground has 18 different sites that are all first come, first serve (so get there early!) Picnic tables and fire rings are available at each site and vault toilets are accessible as well. There is no source of

drinking water at Rainbow Lakes, so be sure to pack in your own supply. While you’re there, explore the Rainbow Lakes Trail, which takes you on a short hike through the string of ponds that are great fishing spots. Or check out the Arapaho Glacier overlook off Glacier Rim Trail.

For more details, go to www.fs.usda.gov.

KELLY FLATS CAMPGROUND IN FT. COLLINS– In the heart of the Arapaho

and Roosevelt National Forest, this 29 site campground offers a peaceful ambiance, with camp sites surrounded by towering evergreens. Of the 29 sites, 19 will accommodate RVs up to 65 feet, but there are no hookups and the remaining 10 sites are reserved for tents only. Those tall trees offer up a bit of privacy between sites and to add to the beauty of it all, the Cache La Poudre River runs right through the campground. This river is the only one in Colorado designated as a “Wild and Scenic River” by the National Park Service, which allows for an abundance of fishing opportunities. Go to www.fs.usda.gov for more information.

MORAINE PARK CAMPGROUND IN ESTES PARK– Just northwest of Denver,

Moraine Park Campground, located in the Rocky Mountain National Forest, offers up adventure at every turn. Within the park there are 355 miles of hiking trails, three different lakes for water sports and activities, and much more! The 245 sites are available on a first come, first serve basis and can accommodate tents, RVs, and trailers but there are no hookups of

any kind at any of the sites. Group sites are available to accommodate groups of 10-40 people. For more information, go to www.recreation.gov. Also in the Estes Park area is Aspenglen Campgound.

Aspenglen boasts 53 sites for both tents and small RVs (up to 30 feet) but there are no water, electric or sewer hookups available. This gem is only open from May to late September, so reserve a spot early!

CARTER LAKE CAMPGROUND IN LOVELAND– Right on the edge of the

Columbia River, Carter Lake is a very popular spot for tourists and residents alike. All sites are paved with 20amp, 30amp or 50amp full hookup options. If you don’t want to “rough it” too much, there is a place to do laundry, free wifi and you will be within walking distance to lots of dining and shopping. There is also a place for your four legged family members to play off leash. Reservations are required, go to www.reserveamerica.com.

PAINTED ROCKS CAMPGROUND IN WOODLAND PARK– This campground

got its name from the gorgeous colors on nearby sandstone outcroppings. Painted Rocks is located on the edge of a grassy meadow, not far from Manitou Lake.

Both tent and RV sites are available that come equipped with a fire ring and picnic tables. Vault toilets and drinking water are also accessible from the campsite. Go to www.recreation.gov for more information.

PARRY PEAK CAMPGROUND IN LEADVILLE– The first come, first serve

sites at Parry Peak go quickly as it is a fantastic spot for creekside camping. Sites accommodate both tents and RVs up to 32 feet (but there are no hookups.) Boating, swimming and fishing are options at Twin Lakes or you can go hiking on the Colorado Trail. This 500 mile trail extends from Denver to Durango! If out of this world views are more your thing, climb up to Mount Elbert’s summit and see what the world looks like from 14,433 feet! Go to cpw.state.co.us for more information.

CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN STATE PARK IN COLORADO SPRINGS– An hour and a

half from Denver is a camper’s paradise.

The park is located on 2,700 acres with 51 full service RV hookup sites and 10 walk-in tent sites, both equipped with restrooms, showers and laundry facilities.

There are also group sites available for campers traveling with larger numbers.

The state park also offers an archery range with regular, field and 3D targets. For more information, go to cpw.state.co.us MUELLER STATE IN DIVIDE– If sightings of wildlife are a draw, this is the campground destination you need to hit this summer.

Mueller State is home to black bears, elk, hawks, mule deer and many bird and small mammals. Enjoy hiking, fishing, and horseback riding during warmer months as well as cross country skiing and sledding

during the winter season. Spaces for tents and RVs are available as well as the capability to rent yurts and cabins! There are also five different geocaches located throughout the park! Go to cpw.state. co.us for more information.

GREEN RIDGE CAMPGROUND IN GRANBY– If you are willing to drive

just a bit further from Denver, Green Ridge is an idyllic spot for a wonderful weekend. Nestled between the Colorado River and Shadow Mountain Reservoir, it’s the perfect spot for fishing, boating, swimming, kayaking and canoeing. You might be able to get in some whitewater rafting as well. There are 73 sites for tent and RVs with flush toilets nearby. Pack the sunscreen though, between the water and the beetle damaged trees; there is not a lot of shade to be had here. For more information, go to www.recreation.gov. If you want a little more shade in the Granby area, head to Sunset Point. There are 25 non-electric sites that will accommodate tents, trailers and RVS, all with lots of shade from the summer sun. Each site comes with a tent pad, picnic table and fire ring for cooking. Lake Granby offers boating, swimming fishing and canoeing.

This gorgeous, lakefront site also boasts a panoramic view of Table Mountain as well.

Go to www.recreation.gov for more details.

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WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO OPEN YOUR BUSINESS IN OUR COMMUNITY? I was attracted to the "family" feel that Parker had back then and continues to have today, even with its growth.

Camp Bow Wow Parker 10325 S Progress Way, Unit 105 303-805-9739 www.campbowwow.com/parker Hours of Operation Mon-Fri 6:30am to 7:00pm, Sat. 7am to 7pm, & Sun. 7am to 10am & 4pm to 7pm Camp Bow Wow’s Parker location has been open since September of 2007 We are a Dog Daycare & Overnight Boarding Facility

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WHAT MAKES YOUR BUSINESS "UNIQUE" OR DIFFERENT FROM YOUR COMPETITORS? We treat every camper as if they were our own! We have a veteran staff as well that does an excellent job caring for your four legged family members every day.

WHY DID YOU GET INTO THIS TYPE OF BUSINESS? I have been an animal lover my entire life, so owning this type of business was the perfect fit for me and allowed me to take something I love and turn it into something I get to do everyday.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT OWNING YOUR BUSINESS? In this industry it is, without a doubt, the unlimited doggie kisses! I am also very blessed to have an amazing staff.

It is so rewarding to watch them in action.

FOR SOMEONE WHO WILL BE COMING INTO YOUR BUSINESS FOR THE FIRST TIME, WHAT IS THE SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT THING THEY SHOULD TRY/PURCHASE AND WHY? For our business it would be to bring your pup in for a free interview day.

Come in to see our amazing facility and what is available for your pup.

It puts people at ease knowing that their furry family members are in such good hands (and having such a blast) at Camp Bow Wow while their owners are away!

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE SOMEONE WANTING TO OPEN A BUSINESS IN OUR COMMUNITY? I believe that the Parker community is extremely supportive of locally owned businesses! I would say go for it!

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THEBOOKENDS

with Pam & Becky

Leopard at the Door By: Jennifer McVeigh

Rachel returns to her family’s home in Kenya after escaping her banishment to England after the death of her mother. She has been away for six long years and yearns for Africa and all she knew. She returns in the midst of a very unsettled political climate, with the Mau Mau secret society fighting for change in the country. Rachel will have to overcome painful memories, try to rebuild her relationship with her father, and gain acceptance from the woman who replaced her mother in the home.

Pam: It took a couple of chapters to pull me into this story, but then I found myself engrossed in this book.

This author made me have very strong emotions about the characters in this story and I frequently fought the urge to call you and vent about a couple of them! Did you feel strongly about the many characters in this book?

Becky: We are on the same page with our opinions of this book. It slowly lulled me into the story and then I couldn’t put it down. The author did an amazing job giving life to each character. I loved some, hated others and had genuine concern during this story. Rachel was easy to like and I felt a great deal of empathy for her situation. She is returning home expecting to fall back into the life she had six years ago and put closure on the loss of her mother.

Sadly, life has moved on in Kenya and her distant father does not create a healthy homecoming for her. What did you think about this father figure?

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his daughter regardless of his new romantic involvement. Although they were distant, he also had responsibility to inform Rachel of the reality of the hostile environment before she returned. Do you think that the author painted a vivid picture of the volatile situation in Kenya?

Pam: I do feel that the author painted a vivid picture. This changing climate and violence was contrasted with the stubborn insistence from the land owners in the area that everything was fine and all would quickly return to their normal. This was clear in the behavior of her father’s new partner, Sara. She was determined to throw a big party to celebrate the coronation of the queen of England, although the threat of violence surrounded them. I felt that Rachel’s father would certainly speak up at this point. Were you surprised by the absurdity of this situation?

Pam: I was so frustrated by Rachel’s father! She returned home hoping to find a familiar place in her family’s home. However, when she arrived, she found a very different environment.

Her father has opened his home to another woman and her son.

She makes it clear from the first introduction that she is in charge and Rachel is not welcome in this changed home. I felt that Rachel’s father was torn between loyalties and continued to hope that he would be what Rachel needed him to be. Do you feel that this new woman was at fault for the change in the home? Or do you feel that it was also caused by the unsettled climate of their country?

Becky: I think this is part of the reason that I liked this author’s style so much. The characters were interesting and had depth. Sara’s desire to have a party during such a dangerous time was ridiculous.

Yet, I love that it spoke to how unconnected she was to the country she was living in. Those details make average characters more interesting.

Her desire to ignore what was going on outside of the walls of her home was baffling. Rachel is equally as interesting and unrealistic about the dangers as she crosses some boundaries with some of her father’s employees. Did you find her to be naive or was she still living in the past when it wasn’t life threatening to be friendly to the locals?

Becky: It would be a combination of both but I think the sole responsibility lies with her father.

He should have been committed to

Pam: I felt that Rachel was continuing relationships she had when she was younger. This may be considered to be living in the past,

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LOCAL AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT Gil

by DARIN GIBBY

since this was what her life (and her relationships) was like when her mother was alive. I don’t think she was being naive, but hopeful that these connections could still exist among the turbulence around her. I think your comment about Rachel and Sara being unrealistic about the surrounding dangers is very accurate.

In their own ways (completely opposite from each other), they are trying to create their own realities in the midst of changing ways. Rachel reconnects with a young man that served as her tutor when she was younger. How did you feel about this relationship? Was it one that you hoped Rachel would continue?

Becky: Inside my head I was screaming for Rachel to stop.

Without disclosing too much, this was a complicated situation for several reasons. She is only about eighteen years old, isolated and searching for comfort and he was part of the past she was desperately trying to resuscitate. Did I want it to happen? No, but it was a natural progression in the story. There is some very interesting information on the authors website, www. jennifermcveigh.com, that I highly recommend.

I would enjoy discussing this further but as you can see, we are running out of space. Join us next month as we discuss, The Ghostwriter, by Alessandra Torre.

High school coach Gil Gilbert gave up his dream to plat professional baseball so he could marry his pregnant girlfriend, Keri.

When he miraculously discovers that he can pitch with deadly accuracy and speed, he must choose between his successful career and comfortable family life or his chance to play with the Colorado Rockies during a player strike. After joining the Rockies, the world soon learns that Gil is a supernatural phenomenon and the Rockies keep winning. As the season progresses, Gil discovers that his unexpected gift is the result of a rare disease, and continuing to pitch may hasten his own death. Wile Keri supports his decision to keep playing, she is fearful about her husband’s bizarre health condition. Gil must decide what price he is willing to pay to live his dream.

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“Those who have long enjoyed such privileges as we enjoy forget in time that men have died to win them.”

Those most poignant words, spoken by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, ring as true now as they did when he first uttered them. Memorial Day generally marks the end of the school year, beginning of the summer, and sometimes the chance to sneak away for a three day weekend. What we as a country can never forget is that Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a most solemn and sincere day of remembrance for those who have given the ultimate sacrifice.

Born out of the Civil War, Memorial Day (Decoration Day) was originally observed on May 5th with General James Garfield delivering a speech at Arlington National Cemetery and the 5,000 in attendance decorating the 20,000 graves of Union and Confederate soldiers buried there.

In addition to ceremonial events, you may see numerous people wearing a Red Poppy in their lapel for Memorial Day. Over 100 years ago, inspired by the poem “In Flanders Fields,” Moina Michael penned her own poem, which reads, “We cherish too, the Poppy red, that grows on fields were valor led, It seems to signal to the skies, that blood of heroes never dies.”

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She not only began wearing them, but sold them to friends and co-workers then donated the money raised to servicemen in need. Just before Memorial Day in 1922, the VFW became the first Veterans’ organization to sell Red Poppies and, in 1948, the US Postal Office honored Ms. Michael by issuing a red, 3 cent stamp with her likeness on it.

In December 2000, the “National Moment of Remembrance” resolution was passed, asking all Americans to “Voluntarily and informally observe in their own way a moment of remembrance and respect, pausing from whatever they are doing for a moment of silence or listening to ‘Taps,’” at 3pm local time.

Parker will collectively pause to pay tribute to our fallen heroes at the 9th Annual Memorial Day Veterans’ Service of Remembrance. Ponderosa Valley Funeral Service and the J.S. Parker Cemetery invite you to join them to share and participate in this ceremony to honor our beloved Veterans.

Monday, May 28th, the ceremony will commence at 10:00am with an F-16 Flyover from the Colorado Air National Guard and presentation of the US Flag to Honor Guard by the Harley Owners’ Group,

Douglas County, CO Chapter. Our own Parker Chorale will perform a selection of patriotic songs and after the Presentation of Colors and raising of the US Flag, Mayor Mike Waid will commence with the Welcome Address. Following the Mayor’s welcome, an inspirational message will be given by Christopher Petty, Brigadier Gen. (Ret.) A special message from Col. George Brauchler, Colorado Army National Guard, District Attorney 18th Judicial District will be followed by a reading of Veterans’ names. The ceremony will conclude with a 21 Gun Salute, TAPS and the Folding of the Flag.

Take a moment out of your day to recognize the selfless service of these brave men and women and their families. Join your community in the 9th Annual Memorial Day Veterans’ Service of Remembrance, and remember every day, all year, to thank a Veteran for their service.

Monday, May 28, 2018 J.S. Parker Cemetery 13075 S. Parker Road 10:00am

Please bring your own chair and umbrella Inclement weather will cancel event. Call to check at 303-841-2405 or visit ponderosavalleyfunerals.com

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