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“When the moon hits your eye like a big – a pizza pie, that’s amore.”

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ITALY OR GREECE OR …

Although there are different versions as to the origins of pizza, Italy and Greece are considered the capitols of the pizza nation. However, Babylonians, Israelites, Egyptians and other ancient Middle Eastern cultures were eating flat, unleavened bread they had cooked in mud ovens, and, as far back as 1000 A.D., peasants were baking leftover dough.

Italy is credited for creating the first version of the “modern” pizza, although different from the 21st century American pizza. People from Naples, Italy, began using dough as a base for oils, herbs and cheese – the Greeks had already coined the process.

The Romans added honey and bay leaves, along with the cheese, to a sheet of fine flour. But the people of Naples added the tomato, which had been feared as a poisonous fruit by many Europeans.

In 1889, Raffaele Esposito of Naples, owner of a restaurant called Pizzeria di Pietro, baked his version of a pizza for Italy’s King Umberto I and Queen Margherita. Esposito wanted to impress the royal couple so he topped the flat bread with food the colors of Italy’s flag: the red tomato, white mozzarella cheese and green basil. He did make an impression, not only with the king and queen but also with the masses.

The dish was well-received, and others began copying it. The Margherita pizza was born.

COMING TO AMERICA In the late 19th century, pizza was sold on the streets

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of Naples, Italy, for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The pie, which included a simple topping of mushrooms and anchovies, was carried on a large tray and cut in slices.

As Italians migrated to America, so did the pizza. Initially, New York and Chicago became a hub for pizza in the U.S. Sold in the traditional Italian way, peddlers introduced pizza to Chicago by walking up and down the streets with a washtub of pizzas on their head: 2 cents for a piece of the pie.

Among the Italian-American population, pizzas were first known as tomato pie, a term that remains in areas of the Northeast and central New York. The tomato pie is distinguished from the regular pizza by its layering: first, the cheese; then, the toppings; and last, the sauce.

THE COMMERCIAL TIMELINE • In 1905, Gennaro Lombardi opened the first American pizzeria in Lower Manhattan in New York City, and called it “Lombardi’s.”

• Pizza wasn’t always a huge hit. Many middle-class Americans in those days favored boiled fish and toast.

Food writers in the 1940s weren’t well-versed in “pizza talk,” and struggled to define the dish to their readers, who imagined “oversized apple-pie crusts stuffed with tomatoes and cheese.” One food critic wrote in “The New York Times,” “The pizza could be as popular a snack as the hamburger, if Americans only knew about it.”

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• To appease Americans, others began varying from the true Italian version. In 1943, Chicago became known for its deep-dish pizza with more crust and more toppings. Ike Sewell and Ric Riccardo started the deep-dish trend at their bar and grill in Chicago – Pizzeria Uno (which eventually became a chain). • American soldiers were introduced to plenty of pizza during World War II. Many of them had served on the Italian front. When the soldiers returned to America in 1945 at the end of WW II, they brought back a penchant for pizza – and the pie brought about more entrepreneurial ventures. • In 1948, Frank A. Fiorello of Worcester, Mass., produced the first commercial pizza pie mix – Roman Pizza Mix. • Pizza came on strong in the 1950s.

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PEPPERONI PLEASE… OR SQUID? The pizza craze has been fueled in the 21st century because it’s easy and fast – whether ordering in or popping it into the oven. Pizza is an easy fix for a quick dinner, a late-night snack or a spur-of-the-moment get together.

Whether it’s homemade, store bought or a local pizzeria, Americans in general agree on their favorite topping: Pepperoni is the No. 1 choice for pizza toppings in the U.S. Mushrooms and sausage follow.

The pizza is as diverse as various cultures around the world. Preferred toppings in India include pickled ginger, minced mutton and paneer cheese. In Japan, the favorite is eel and squid and a combination of mayonnaise, potato and bacon. Green peas are among the choice toppings in Brazil, and Russians favor red herring.

SLICES OF TRIVIA • Although it’s arguable, the word “pizza” is believed to be from an Old Italian word that means “a point.” Somehow, pizza became pizzicare, which means “to pinch” or “pluck,” but pizza eventually reigned.

• In the 1940s, pizza prompted huge sales of oregano. In eight years, sales of the herb increased by 5,200 percent.

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• Columnist Dear Abby urged readers to eat pizza with a fork, but the mother of etiquette, Amy Vanderbilt, said, “Pizza tastes best as a finger food … out of hand.” In 1954, “Look” magazine published an illustrated guide on how to hold pizza and roll it into a log to eat it.

• In 1957, pizza was touted as an ideal snack food for teenagers, and one pizza baker blamed music icon James Dean for the trend. The baker, who remained anonymous, told “The Saturday Evening Post” that “Jimmy loved pizza; his fans knew that, so they loved it, too.”

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• On Super Bowl Sunday each year, almost 70 percent of all viewers eat pizza while watching the game.

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Monument,CO, September 26, 2010. The High School Youth Group of Trinity Lutheran Church in Monument donated over $1400 to the Tri-Lakes Health Advocacy Partnership (HAP) for support of the Tri-Lakes Medical Outreach Clinic.

The High School Youth Group organized, publicized, and conducted a communitywide garage sale. The very successful event was held at the Trinity Lutheran Church on Saturday, September 18, 2010.

Missie Bonser, the church Director of High School Youth Activities, presented the check to Tri- Lakes HAP director, Jackie Sward, a registered nurse who oversees the Medical Outreach Clinic.

Speaking to some of the teens who were instrumental in the event’s success, Sward expressed her deepest appreciation for all the work done by the teens that enabled this significant donation, and she commended their community spirit and generosity. She explained that the donation will be used to purchase a badly needed examination table for the clinic and some diabetic supplies. Sward concluded by saying that the contribution will help improve health care for many area residents who don’t

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The Tri-Lakes Medical Outreach Clinic is a collaboration of Tri-Lakes Health Advocacy Partnership, Penrose-St. Francis Health Services, and Tri-Lakes Cares. The Clinic operates from the Tri-Lakes Cares building in Monument and provides low and no cost medical services, and has a program to loan medical equipment, such as wheelchairs, walkers and crutches, to the community. For more information about the services and equipment available through the Medical Outreach Clinic, contact Jackie Sward at 481-4864, extension 23.

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• On Oct. 10, 1845, The United States Naval Academy opens in Annapolis, Md., with 50 midshipmen students and seven professors.

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• On Oct. 8, 1871, a spark in the Chicago barn of Patrick and Catherine O’Leary ignites a two-day blaze that kills between 200 and 300 people, destroys 17,450 buildings and leaves 100,000 homeless. Legend has it that Mrs. O’Leary’s cow kicked over a lantern and started the fire. In 1997, the Chicago City Council exonerated Mrs. O’Leary and her cow.

• On Oct. 5, 1892, the Dalton gang attempts to rob two banks simultaneously in Coffeyville, Kan., but meets resistance from townspeople. As the gang was about to make their getaway, a throng of townsfolk armed by a local hardware store, surprised them. In the gunfight that ensued, all five men were shot.

• On Oct. 7, 1913, for the first time, Henry Ford’s entire Highland Park, Mich., automobile factory is run on an assembly line. This cut the man-hours required to complete one Model T from 12-1/2 hours to six. Further improvements reduced the time required to 93 man-minutes.

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• On Oct. 4, 1988, televangelist Jim Bakker is indicted on federal charges of mail and wire fraud and of conspiring to defraud the public. Jim Bakker was convicted and sentenced to 45 years in prison, later reduced to eight years.

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2010 Tri-Lakes Annual Health Fair Monument, CO, September 24, 2010. Every year the Tri-Lakes Annual Health Fair grows and gets better. This year’s event, being held on Saturday, October 23 from 7 AM to noon at Palmer Ridge High School, is no exception. If you enjoyed and appreciated the first 8 years when health vendors participated and flu shots were available, well they’re back along with a full slate of 9Health Fair low cost screening services.

9Health Fair screenings include a 28 panel blood draw $30 (a $175 value; fast for 12 hours prior to the blood draw), PSA $25, Blood Count Screening $15 and Colon Cancer Screening (take home kit) $20. Flu shots will again be available for $25, flu mist $35.

A partial list of free screenings and exams include: Body Mass Index, blood pressure, hearing, oral, skin cancer, bone health, nutrition, lung function, breast exams, child and adult vision screening, and HeartSmartKids heart screening. Also available will be free consultations with a health professional and pharmacist. Health professionals will help each participant decide on the screenings that are most appropriate for them.

MONUMENT HILL KIWANIS EMPTY BOWLS

Area potters and students in art classes at Lewis Palmer School District 38 provide the foundation for the Empty Bowls Dinner by donating their handmade bowls to complement a home cooked meal. Local artists craft one-of-a-kind bowls signifying the empty bowl left at the table of those who cannot provide for themselves. School students also

A large variety of vendors will provide information about products and services which are available to the public.

Some products and services will also be available for purchase.

Special thanks go to Lewis-Palmer School District 38 for making Palmer Ridge High School available to host this event.

This event is presented by Tri-Lakes Health Advocacy Partnership, the TriLakes Chamber of Commerce and 9Health Fair. Up to 600 residents have attended in the past.

Current sponsors of the event are Intermountain Rural Electric Association and Penrose–St. Francis Health Services. Any organization or individual may volunteer, participate or provide financial support by contacting the Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce at 481-3282, by visiting the web sites at www.trilakeschamber.org or www.9Healthfair. org. More information about the 2010 Tri-Lakes Annual Health Fair and the services offered is available at the TriLakes Health Advocacy Partnership web site, www.triLakesHAP.org.

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DINNER AND SILENT AUCTION MONUMENT HILL KIWANIS sponsors the 2010 EMPTY BOWLS DINNER and SILENT AUCTION on Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at Lewis Palmer High School, 1300 Higby Road, Monument, CO, from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Cost of tickets are $20, with checks payable to Monument Hill Kiwanis, for a home cooked dinner of soup, bread and dessert plus a handmade bowl donated by local artists. One child under 12 is admitted free with a purchased ticket.

Tickets may be purchased in advance at the following locations or bought at the door: Covered Treasure Bookstore (Monument), High Country Home & Garden (Monument), Tri-Lakes Printing (Monument Marketplace), Rock House Ice Cream & More (Palmer Lake) and Hangers (Monument). Net proceeds benefit Tri-Lakes Cares. For more information visit www.monumenthillkiwanis.org

Numerous nonprofits will be in attendance to provide information. These will include: AARP, Catholic Charities, Lutheran Family Services, Pikes Peak Al-Anon, Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging, Tobacco Education, Health Advocacy Partnership, Tri-Lakes Cares, Pikes Peak Library District, Child Health Care Network and CHP+.

decorate paper bags to bring the bowls home in. Donations from local merchants, residents, restaurants, churches and other organizations cover expenses for the dinner. Wells Fargo is a major corporate sponsor for 2010 Monument Hill Kiwanis Empty Bowls.

Many fabulous donated items will be in the silent auction, including a “Moon Over Pikes Peak”, a one hour plane ride over Pikes Peak for two in a Mooney, which is a single engine high performance airplane.

For the handyman Snap On tools and a fully equipped tool box will be available to bid on and many fine dining opportunities will also be offered. Pampering sessions will be well represented along with a condo holiday in Cape Coral Florida and much more.

Kiwanis Empty Bowls Chairman, Bonnie Biggs said “We hope to serve 800 meals this year.” Artist Joe Bohler will entertain with piano playing in the auditorium before dining. The Empty Bowls Dinner is THE major fund-raising event for Tri-Lakes Cares, our local community resource center for social needs.

Tri-Lakes Cares is a community based,

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They provide food, clothing, emergency assistance, supplemental groceries to local seniors and sponsor special programs as school supplies, holiday food and holiday gifts.

Monument Hill Kiwanis is a non-profit 501 (c ) 3 organization affiliated with Kiwanis International, a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world, one child and one community at a time. The Club, formerly known as Monument Hill Sertoma, has been supporting the Tri-Lakes community for over 35 years. In addition to sponsoring the Monument Independence Day Parade, each year the Club raises and contributes over $100,000 to worthy organizations such as Tri-Lakes Cares, Salvation Army, Lewis Palmer School District 38, Griffith Centers for Children and the Rocky Mountain Youth Leadership Foundation. For more information visit: www.monumenthillkiwanis.org or contact Tom Nelson at 719-487-1098.

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“Called to Serve,” written by Christine Ryktarsyk, was published last month by Author House. It’s the true story of a family’s experience during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Beginning with a husband’s deployment order and ending with the family’s transition to “normal life” upon his return, the story takes readers through the emotions of a year’s deployment.

Today, nine years after the start of the War on Terror, soldiers still face back to back deployments. The pressure this puts on military families shapes the performance of U.S. troops as well as future generations of children.

Called to Serve deals with these issues as it provides an intimate look at deployment through the eyes of an Army wife and her children.

Written like a fictional story, narrative passages, transcribed tape recordings and written correspondence take readers through deployment from beginning to end. The story shows how military families serve as silent warriors. A sample passage from the book is available for preview at www. authorhouse.com. The book may be purchased through Author House, Amazon, Barnes and Noble and other book sellers.

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hrough the honeysuckle weeks of our childhood we awaited the climax of our year. Whether it was the big bike jump at the end of the summer, Charlie’s birthday bash in the spring, or the annual snowball fight on the corner of the street; we all had that defining event. And when it was over things were different. Maybe we broke our arm. Maybe we made a new friend. Maybe Mom made tea to make us feel better. The event itself isn’t important. It’s what effect the event had. And unlike NBC’s new attempt at stealing Lost and 24 fans, I’m going to tell you what “The Event” is; the most important game of the season, for two teams fighting to stay in the hunt.

The Event: Palmer Ridge @ Lewis-Palmer at Don Breese Stadium, this Friday, October 8th, at 7:00pm. Why is it the biggest game of the year? Well, depends on who you’re speaking for. As for the community, it’s the first time they’ll see a high school rivalry within their town.

The first time they’ll cheer against their neighbor’s kid in support of their own child, or nephew. They’ll come in separate colors, divided.

For the athletes themselves, it’s a chance to set the bar. Both teams have lost in recent weeks, and need a win to stay in the race. But more importantly, they are representing their schools.

Both teams are 3A contenders, and many of the students know each other. It’s the Civil War of D-38, as The Rangers high powered offense (led by Half-Back Colton Goeas) try to score their way over the aggressive Bears defense (Led by sack leader Jeremy Aquino). Who will win? Well, you’ll have to lock your doors and close your blinds. Grab your coats and write your notes. Leave the dog his meal, and get

the kids in the car. Go to the game, is what I’m saying. You won’t regret it.

Field of Dreams Another un-regrettable act you could commit takes place Wednesday night.

That’s the date you could save to see the Palmer Ridge Girl’s Field Hockey team. After a rough 2-4 start, the girls are on the rebound, winning several games in a row to claim a winning record. You can bear witness to Nicole Alverez (the teams leading scorer) and Kaili Simmons (the assists leader) lead their team, and try to continue their hot streak. Wednesday, the 4th, the Bears take on the girls from Mountain Vista at Don Breese Stadium, starting at 4:15. They’ll swing their sticks with fiery passion and tear the field apart to get to the goal. They’ll take their dream of victory and leave it all on the field; and that’s really all you can ask for.

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They’ll make you proud. They’ll bring our community together, even if we’re all divided. Give the kids a chance, and give them the spotlight while they’re at their best.

After all, those honeysuckle weeks are running dry. Let them suck what’s left of the plant, before they embark, and begin to climb the great trunk; the tree we all call life.

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OSTEOARTHRITIS: BAD TO THE BONE DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Will you provide information on osteoarthritis of the knee? Please include steps to take if you have it. Does it hurt a lot after surgery? Do vitamins or calcium help? -- W.J.

A cure has yet to be found, but there are steps to take to manage it. Weight loss, if that applies to you, makes a huge difference. Loss of only 5 percent of current weight increases joint mobility and lessens pain. Exercise helps. Walk to the point of pain, rest and then continue on your way.

Strengthening the thigh and hamstring muscles protects the knees. A warm shower or bath on rising decreases stiffness.

Tylenol is a safe and effective pain reliever. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) -- Aleve, Advil, Motrin and many others -- work well, but their downside is stomach irritation and the possible promotion of an ulcer. Simultaneously taking medicines that blunt stomach-acid production affords protection against these side effects. Prilosec and Zantac are two examples of protective drugs. Voltaren gel, an NSAID medicine thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s applied directly to the skin over the knees, reduces the threat of stomach irritation yet eases joint pain. Your doctor can inject the knee with cortisone, which often affords three or more months of relief.

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2. SCIENCE: By how much does water expand when it freezes?

3. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a group of geese called?

4. TELEVISION: The daytime serial “General Hospital” is set in what city?

5. GEOGRAPHY: The island nation of Sri Lanka lies in which ocean?

6. MOVIES: How many Oscar nominations did “Titanic” receive?

7. MEASUREMENTS: How many pints are in a quart?

8. MATH: What is the top number of a fraction called?

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2. Who holds the Minnesota Twins record for most strikeouts by a pitcher in a playoff game?

3. Name the last rookie quarterback before Detroit’s Matthew Stafford in 2009 to toss five TD passes in a game.

4. The University of Kentucky has won the most SEC Tournament titles in men’s basketball -- 26. Which schools have won the second-most and third-most?

5. Which school has made the most Frozen Four appearances in men’s college hockey?

6. Who was the first woman to win gold medals in springboard and platform competitions at the same Olympic Games?

10. RELIGION: When did Vatican II begin and end?

7. How many times before the U.S. Open in 2010 had golfer Tiger Woods failed to beat par on a single hole during a round at one of the four majors?

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9. DISCOVERIES: Who is credited with discovering vitamin D?

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5. What’s notable about the Michael Jackson singles “Off the Wall” (1979) and “She’s Out of My Life” (1980)?

6. Which song by alternativerock band “They Might Be Giants” won a Grammy? (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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“Beauty and the Beast” -- Three-Disc Diamond Edition (G) -- The enchanting story of Belle, the young daughter of an inventor who helps a cursed prince find true love is finally getting the high-def release it deserves. This three-disc set contains not only a remastered Blu-Ray disc, but also a standard DVD version of the classic Disney film. And not only do you get the remastered theatrical release, but also two additional versions of the movie: A special extended edition, plus a re-edited

“The Karate Kid” (PG) -- I have a soft spot for the original 1984 version of “The Karate Kid,” so this remake featuring Will Smith’s kid really didn’t do it for me. (And Jackie Chan is no Mr. Miyagi.) Although the fight choreography is flashier in this version, it wasn’t enough to sway me into liking it.

Anyhoo, a lot of other people really enjoyed this flick, and the DVD comes with a Justin Bieber music video, so you know, whatevs, man.

“Grindhouse” -- Special Edition (R) -- Finally, after three years of waiting, “Grindhouse” is being released in DVD in its proper theatrical format -- complete with all the fake movie trailers -- instead of being split into

two separate DVD sets. This is a two-disc set, with the second disc packed with more than two hours of special features, including the fan-favorite “Robert Rodriguez’s 10-Minute Cooking School.” Some of the other extras: “Death Proof” gag reel, a documentary on the makeup and effects for “Planet Terror,” and the extended trailer for “Werewolf Woman of the SS.” “Ken Burns: Baseball” (2010 Box Set) -This re-release of Ken Burns’ epic miniseries about the history of baseball not only includes the original nine-episodes, but also the “Tenth Inning” update to the series. Included in the boxed set is an 11th disc loaded with special features. Even though I’m not a huge baseball fan, I absolutely love this documentary. Burns got the inspiration for the series while working on “The Civil War” -- and it shows. “Baseball” is like a sequel to “The Civil War,” showing us the history of our nation in the century and a half following the conflict by using baseball as the metaphor for

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LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Trying to resolve a workplace problem with a longtime associate can be difficult. Consider bringing in an impartial third party to help you both reach a mutually acceptable solution.

TRIVIA TEST ANSWERS 1. Alvin Toffler 2. 9 percent to 10 percent 3. A gaggle 4. Port Charles 5. Indian Ocean 6. 14 7. Two 8. The numerator 9. Edward Mellanby 10. 1962-65

OCTOBER 4, 2010 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A workplace change doesn’t seem to have turned out quite as you’d hoped. Never mind: Just treat yourself to a healthy dollop of that Aries self-confidence, and you’ll soon view things differently.

SPORTS QUIZ ANSWERS 1. Felix Hernandez (Seattle), CC Sabathia (New York Yankees), Justin Verlander (Detroit) and Adam Wainwright (St. Louis).

2. Carl Pavano struck out nine New York Yankees in a playoff game in 2009.

3. Ray Buivid of the Chicago Bears did it in 1937.

4. Alabama has won six SEC Tournament titles; Tennessee has captured four.

5. The University of Michigan, with 23.

6. Victoria Manalo Draves did it for the U.S. in 1948.

7. Twice -- at the 1999 British Open and the 2003 Masters.

FLASH BACK ANSWERS 1. The Animals.

2. Drummer John Steel had done a trademark registration of “The Animals” name over objections of lead singer Eric Burdon.

3. The Five Satins, in 1956. It had flopped as a B-side for the Mills Brothers two years earlier.

The song was included on the soundtrack for the movie “Dirty Dancing” in 1987.

4. Heavy-metal band Deep Purple. “Shades of Deep Purple” was released in 1968.

5. Both were certified gold although neither rose above No. 10 on the charts.

6. “Boss of Me” won a Grammy in 2002 as theme song for the television show “Malcolm in the Middle.”

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Some of the support you might have hoped for in a difficult situation might not be there. But you have the strength to rely on your own capabilities if you must. Good luck.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A disagreement with a longtime friend can be painful, but it also can be a learning lesson. Insist on a full and complete airing of views. You’ll both come away the better for it.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A stalled relationship can be restarted with some give and take on both sides. And while it could take more time than you expect, don’t rush it. Be patient, and let it happen naturally.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) An opportunity to move a long-stalled project from concept to construction might be opening up for the Big Cat. Meanwhile, be prepared to spend more time dealing with family matters.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Use your Virgo organizational skills to line up support to help you deal with a sticky workplace problem. A personal matter also might be helped with friendly intervention.

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SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) This is a good time to assess your current career situation. Consider whether you have a chance to move up where you are now, or if you should look elsewhere.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) With education being a dominant part of this week’s aspect, one of the things you might want to think about is taking courses to enhance your career opportunities.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You might have a problem trying to stay focused on a matter you’d rather not deal with.

But the sooner you do, the sooner it will be resolved and out of the way.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) An unforeseen complication creates a difficult problem. But things get resolved once you use your ability to turn negative situations into positive experiences.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) The Pisces penchant for doing the right thing at the right time helps you deal with a particularly troublesome situation. Consider your best option, and act accordingly.

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Your potential income stream from retirement accounts â&#x20AC;&#x201D; You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to start taking withdrawals (â&#x20AC;&#x153;distributionsâ&#x20AC;?) from your traditional IRA and your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan until youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re 701/2. But if you want to take early retirement, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll likely have to tap into these resources much sooner, so youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need to calculate some hypothetical withdrawal rates to make sure your money will last.

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Girl Scout Troop 542, from Palmer Ridge High School, added new enhancements to the Tri-Lakes Senior Citizens Center which is sponsored and supported by Tri-Lakes Health Advocacy Partnership, a non-profit serving the north El Paso County region.

The projectsare part of the community service requirements to achieve the Silver Award, the second highest award in Girl Scouting.

Girl Scouts Julia Tremaroli and Catie Supinski collaborated to improve the front entry of the Senior Center with some very much needed landscaping. The modular building was completely void of any plantings around it; even the ground around the building was hardly suitable to support

Early Saturday morning, September 25, their team of volunteers with the donated resources started work and continued throughout the day. Their project transformed the formerly stark and lifeless exterior into an inviting and attractive community facility.

As work progressed outside the Senior Center, Girl Scout Libby Acker was busy inside hanging imaginative and colorful signs she created to identify the various rooms of the facility. The design elements of each sign reflect the purpose of the room, ranging from the kitchen to the game room.

Each sign is as much a piece of art worthy of its own attention as it is informative to Center visitors.

Meanwhile, Girl Scout Lindsey Schwarz applied her art skills to creating and decorating a large flagstone marker to be placed in the new garden at the front of the Senior Center. It identifies the work done by Girl Scout Troop 542 and it acknowledges the major donors who made the project possible. Lindsey also is developing instructions for the Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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Wii that will soon be posted in the Game Room so seniors can enjoy more of the benefits of the Wii. Girl Scout Troop Leaders Tamara Schwarz and Liz Supinski expressed the troopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s appreciation to Master Gardner Kathy Green, proprietor of All Things In Nature, for her generosity with contributions of many of the plants and materials, as well as for sharing her professional knowledge with the troop on how to design and accomplish the transforming project. They also were very appreciative of local businessman Steve Marks who donated and delivered all of the topsoil need to make the project a reality, and of Tree Masters who mulched slash used to finish the landscape project.

At the end of the long day the Senior Citizens Center had a much more inviting appearance, both inside and out. When both Julia and Catie were asked what they learned from the project, they both agreed it was â&#x20AC;&#x153;hard work!â&#x20AC;? Perhaps landscaping is not now on their short list of career goals.

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Blues Night at Retrospect Friday, October 8 - 5PM - 8PM 251 Front Street in Downtown Monument Enjoy an evening of swingin’, jumpin’ & jivin’ at the first Blues Night at Retrospect, featuring Colorado’s best harmonica led blues band, Delta Sonics. Free!

A Professional Presentation on a Budget October 12th - 6:30-9:00PM Eric’s Monument Grille 1455 Cipriani Loop, Monument - (719) 594-4300 Tri Lakes Networking Team (TNT) is a dynamic women’s group that is business focused and FUN! Cost: Whatever you decide to drink or eat and 7% of your bill will be donated to Tri-Lakes Care. Join us for an evening of great food, fellowship and fun! Go to www.meetup.com/trilakesnetworkingteam to register!

Tri-Lakes Women’s Club (TLWC) Luncheon Preview of the Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival Fri., Oct. 15, 11 a.m.

The Club at Flying Horse, 1880 Flying Horse Club Dr., Colorado Springs. Get a sneak peek at several of the films being shown in this year’s festival. RSVP: Charlie Ann Hayes, nonahayes@ comcast.net, 481-9693. Membership is open to all women living in School District 38 and the luncheons are open to all current TLWC members and their guests. The club sponsors the Wine and Roses event in October and the Pine Forest Antique and Garden Show and Sale in April. Proceeds from these events benefit local nonprofit groups. Visit www.tlwc.net or contact Judy Crusius, crusii@aol.com, 481-1994; or Barb Dienes, bdienes@ msn.com, 487-7392.

ties, counties and states usually limit the number (and type) of animals you can have on residential property – usually for public health reasons, but also for “nuisance” reasons. In this article, I discuss certain legal restrictions on dogs.

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IS YOUR HOUSE A HOME OR A KENNEL? I absolutely love dogs, and if my husband would let me, I would probably turn into one of those animal “collectors” who owns a houseful of pets.

Currently, I have two dogs (a silky terrier and a black cocker spaniel) as well as two cats. I have had as many pets as three dogs, two cats, and two guinea pigs, and fish, all at the same time. However, as much as I or anyone loves animals, it is important to realize that there are limits. Specifically, homeowner’s associations, municipali-

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For example, I live in unincorporated northwestern El Paso County. My homeowner’s association limits the number of dogs I can have living on my property to four. And my homeowner’s association is vicious about enforcing its covenants, so I don’t dare go over that amount.

With respect to municipalities, certain cities and towns also limit the number of dogs you can have living at your residence. For example, the Town of Monument restricts you to four dogs unless you have a kennel license. The City of Colorado Springs limits a household to four adult dogs. The State of Colorado limits the number of dogs living on the premises to fourteen; if one wishes to have a larger number of dogs living on the premises, one must obtain a pet animal care facility license (formerly, a “kennel license”) from the State of Colorado Department of Agriculture. Such a license, of course, subjects one to the regulations

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CASINO NIGHT ON THE STRIP Saturday, October 16 - 7PM to 10:30PM at Sundance Mountain Athletic Center 1808 Woodmoor Dr., Monument, CO $45 each or $80 per couple. Each buyin includes, hors d’ouvres, full buffet, 1 comp. beverage and $150 in casino cash. Call today to reserve your tickets! 719-481-3282.

Safe Trick or Treat October 31st 3:00 to 5:00pm Bring the kids downtown for a night of safe trick-or-treating as Monument merchants provide treats, activities and show-off their creative costumes. The Monument Police Department patrols the streets to help insure the safety of our goblins.

Fall Craft Show November 4 - 7, 2010 in the Black Forest Don’t miss the 46th Annual Black Forest Arts & Crafts Guild Fall Show and Sale held at the Black Forest Community Center (Black Forest Rd. just north of Shoup Rd.) Hours are Thurs.-Sat. 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Over 90 artisan and culinary members will be selling hand made jewelry, ceramics, soaps and candles, holiday decorations andornaments, stained glass, woodworking, quilted items, baby items, baked goods and much more. This is theperfect place to do your Holiday shopping.

Admission is FREE. The Black Forest Arts & Crafts Guild is a Colorado non profit organization. A portion of all sale proceeds will benefit the Black Forest Arts & Crafts Guild Scholarship Fund and the Black Forest community. Due to fire regulations, no strollers are allowed in the building. For information contact Diane at 719-494-1455 or visit our web site at www.BFACG.org Only Guild members are allowed to show.

Banner Christmas Historic Downtown Monument is sponsoring the the third annual “Banner Christmas.” Banner Christmas features original Christmas art banners, handpainted by renowned local artists. The banners are on display on lamposts in the historic downtown of Monument. Unveiling is the Friday after Thanksgiving and they remain on display throughout the holiday season. If you are interested in painting a banner for the 2009 season, please contact Vicki Mynhier at 719.460.4179 or email at vmynhier@townofmonument.net.

Small Town Christmas Saturday December 4th 10:00am to 2:00pm Small Town Christmas is a day full of holiday activities includes visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus along with crafts and activities for children, open houses and other special events as the merchants of Historic Downtown Monument celebrate a Small Town Christmas.

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It is very important, if you have more than four dogs in your home, that you check into the rules, regulations, ordinances and statutes applicable to your real property location to insure that you are in compliance. Dogs make a home, but too many dogs can turn your home into a kennel!

And residential neighbors usually do not want to live next to a kennel!

This article is intended for informational purposes only, and does not constitute the proffer of legal advice. Please consult your legal advisor regarding your specific situation.

For additional information contact, Lisa Welch Stevens, Attorney at Law P.C. Representing Colorado Businesses and Business Owners 719.488.9395

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