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When Tut was 12 years old, he changed his name from Tutankhaten to Tutankhamun to align himself more with the god of Amun and the Amun priests rather than the monotheistic god of Aten of his father’s reign.

It was during this time that he moved the royal family back to their roots in Thebes.

THE 18TH DYNASTY AND RELIGIOUS UPHEAVAL Tutankhamun was born in 1343 BC. He was named Tutankhaten, the ‘aten’ from the god depicted by a sun disc. Life was good for Tutankhaten as it was thought he was much loved by his parents and heir to the throne his father, Pharaoh Ahkenaten held for 17 years. Dad was a very powerful autocratic ruler who decided to abolish the ancient Egyptian religious practice of polytheism, or the worship of many gods, to monotheism, worship of a single god.

Up until this time, the ancient Egyptians had worshipped multiple gods – upwards of around 2,000 – for possibly thousands of years.

KEEPING IT IN THE FAMILY It was thought that the Egyptian gods and goddesses practiced incest to maintain the bloodline. Since pharaohs were considered living gods, incest was a perfectly acceptable practice for royalty in ancient Egypt.

Tut’s family was no exception.

Change did not come easy. Akhenaten was obsessed with his newfound religious beliefs and life for Egyptians revolved around this change. The government was no longer run by priests, but by Akhenaten backed by a powerful military force. He built a new capital city of Amarna and forced the more than 20,000 people of Thebes to move there. Everyone was required to worship the god Aten and images of the old gods had to be destroyed.

THE DEMISE OF AKHENATEN It should be no surprise that Akhenaten would be a very unpopular king once he established a mandatory change in religious beliefs and practices. When Tut was 7 years old his father was forced to abdicate the throne. He died shortly thereafter. Tut did not immediately take over the throne.

Someone by the name of Smenkhkare Ankhetkheperure began a two-year reign starting in 1336 BC. Rumor has it that she was actually Nefertiti, Akhenaten’s chief wife and Tut’s stepmother. More about these relationships later.

have two children who were stillborn. The mummies of these infants were found in Tut’s tomb.

THE END OF TUT’S LIFE A shroud of mystery has surrounded the death of Tut. He was only 18 or 19 years old at the time of his death. For a long time, it was thought he was killed by a blow to the head. Some historians say there is evidence of an infection from a broken leg; others suggest several bouts of a severe form of malaria that can cause death; and still others purport Kohler disease, a bone disorder. Recently, some German scientists have suggested he died from Sickle Cell disease.

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Upon becoming king, Tut married Ankhesenpaaten, his half sister. Ankhesenpaaten’s mother was Nefertiti, one of Tut’s father’s wives. Some researchers name Kiya as Tut’s mother and some reports say that DNA studies indicate his mother was actually one of his father’s sisters, Queen Tiye. She was seen as quite influential during Tut’s reign as king once her husband, Tut’s father, died. Tiye’s firstborn, Prince Tuthmose, is rumored to have been the Moses who led the Israelites to the Promised Land of bible fame.

If the ancient Egyptians were correct in their belief that a pharaoh would live for eternity if only his name was remembered, then Tut is sitting pretty in the afterlife.

He was considered a minor king with a short-lived reign, but the discovery of his tomb has provided more than 15 minutes of fame.

Tut’s main advisor, Ay was Tut’s stepmother Nefertiti’s father and his wife’s grandfather. Confused?

Tut’s tomb was discovered in 1922 by the English archaeologist, Howard Carter who was financed by Lord Carnarvon. It was

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Continued from Page 2 found in the Valley of the Kings in Thebes where many pharaohs were buried. It was thought that the tomb was quickly put together, likely due to Tut’s early death, but still contained about 3,000 treasures. It was the custom to have a space of 70 days between death and burial; however, preparing a tomb grand enough for a pharaoh took much longer than 70 days. It is possible that Tut’s demise prompted the use of a tomb that was being prepared for another pharaoh. Nonetheless, there was enough in the tomb to tell the story of his riches.

Much of the contents are on display in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo; and some tour the world, such as the exhibit currently at the Denver Art Museum.

THAT CURSED TOMB It’s been the belief since shortly after the discovery of Tut’s tomb that anyone entering it was cursed with not only bad luck but an untimely death. It all started with the death of Lord Carnarvon just a few short weeks after he entered the tomb in early 1923. Soon thereafter, he was bit by a mosquito on his cheek and eventually suffered an infection and died from it. Tales of the curse were rampant after that.

The “New York Times” reported in December 1922 that a messenger going to Howard Carter’s home found a bird cage with a cobra in it that held Carter’s dead bird in its mouth. The cobra was the symbol of the Egyptian monarchy worn on the head of the pharaoh to ward off the enemy. This tale likened the incident to the cobra breaking into the home of Carter who was breaking into the tomb of Tut. Others have since disputed this by reporting that Carter’s bird had been given to a friend to bird-sit who in turn gave it to another acquaintance.

Another common misconception is that there is an inscription on Tut’s tomb that says: “Death shall come on swift wings to him that toucheth the tomb of the Pharaoh.” Other reports say the inscription reads: “Death shall come on swift wings to him who disturbs the peace of the King.”

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• On Nov. 1, 1512, the ceiling of Rome’s Sistine Chapel, one of Italian artist Michelangelo’s finest works, is exhibited to the public for the first time. The most famous panel is The Creation of Adam, a painting in which the arms of God and Adam are stretching toward each other.

• On Nov. 4, 1922, British archaeologist Howard Carter and his workmen discover a step leading to the tomb of King Tutankhamen in the Valley of the Kings in Egypt. The most splendid architectural find was a stone sarcophagus containing three nested coffins. Inside the final, solid gold coffin was the mummy of the boy-king Tutankhamen, preserved for more than 3,000 years.

• On Nov. 5, 1930, Sinclair Lewis is awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature for his novels “Main Street” (1920), “Babbitt” (1922), “Arrowsmith” (1925) and “Elmer Gantry” (1927). In 1926, he had turned down the Pulitzer Prize awarded him for “Arrowsmith.”

• On Nov. 2, 1947, the Hughes Flying Boat -- the largest aircraft ever built -- is piloted by designer Howard Hughes on its first and only flight. Built with laminated birch and spruce, the massive wooden aircraft had a wingspan longer than a football field and was designed to carry more than 700 men into battle.

• On Nov. 7, 1957, The Gaither Report called for by President Dwight D. Eisenhower to review the nation’s defense readiness and urges a vigorous $30 billion campaign to build fallout shelters to protect American citizens. It suggested that American citizens were completely unprotected from nuclear attack.

• On Nov. 3, 1964, residents of the District of Columbia cast ballots in a presidential election for the first time. The passage of the 23rd Amendment in 1961 gave citizens of the nation’s capital the right to vote for a president and vice president.

• On Nov. 6, 1982, Shirley Allen is arrested in Missouri for poisoning her husband, Lloyd Allen, with ethylene glycol, commonly known as anti-freeze. Lloyd Allen was Shirley’s sixth husband and the second to die from mysterious causes. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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by Nick Yanez In a small diner outside of his town; a food trailer, Bernard sipped his cup of coffee. Through the window he saw a storm, gray and frightful. He worried about his dog. He worried about his home. It seemed so dangerous.

The waitress approached his table, she was very dull. Her feet dragged across the stained tile without a care in the world. There was nothing to care for. She carried the pot of coffee to Bernard, who looked hopelessly lost sitting alone at his table for two.

Bernard waved down the waitress who topped him off. He sat and began to think. He though of the invite he had to his cousins holiday party; the one he lied to get out of. He started to think it wouldn’t have been that bad. Then, Bernard did what he always does when he gets sad; he left the diner and got into The Delorean, where he traveled

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There he was at the holiday party. It took place in the most fantastic place, a bowling alley called Pinz. There, he laughed, bowled, drank, and snacked on the delicious buffet of food. He saw his cousin, his niece, his co-worker, and his dear old friend. As he was snacking down on seconds, he took a moment to look out the window. It was a beautiful snowfall, white and free. He thought of his dog playing in the snow. He thought of his home frosted in wintry goodness.

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SCIATICA JUST ONE CAUSE OF BACK PAIN DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Our basement flooded, and I was chosen to clean it. All that pushing, lifting and scrubbing did a number on my back.

It’s been bothering me for two weeks.

I never had a back problem before, but my dad used to have them all the time. He said it was sciatica. I believe that’s what I have. How can I get rid of it? -- M.J. ANSWER: Don’t jump to conclusions. Sciatica (sigh-AT-ik-ah) is only one cause of back pain. The fact that your father had it has little bearing on your having it. Did your dad arrive at the diagnosis on his own? Many peo-

The sciatic nerve is a large nerve formed by the intermingling of nerve roots coming from the lower segments of the spinal cord. It and its branches run from the lower back through the buttock and down the leg to the ankle and foot. Pressure on the nerve at any point in its course irritates it and produces the pain of sciatica. The most common cause comes from a protrusion of one of the back’s disks, which presses on the spinal cord rootlets that combine to build the nerve.

Low-back, buttock and leg pain are the hallmarks of sciatica. The leg pain is on the back of the leg or its outer side.

Even though the diagnosis is a bit iffy here, sciatica -- and most of the other causes of low-back pain -- get better in three to six weeks. You don’t have to completely rest. Strict bed rest is contraindicated. Walk around and perform the normal activities of daily life, but don’t lift, push or perform manual labor. Use heat or cold on your back, whichever you find benefits you more.

Tylenol (acetaminophen) usually controls pain. If it doesn’t, one of the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (Aleve, Advil, Motrin) can be tried.

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An injection of steroids into the back takes care of inflammation that adds to the pressure on the nerve. Surgery usually isn’t necessary. The longterm outlook is good.

If the pain hasn’t gone by four weeks, see a doctor. See the doctor promptly if pain increases or you lose control of your bladder or bowels.

The booklet on back pain provides more information on this common problem. To obtain a copy, write: Dr. Donohue -- No. 303W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address.

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Time tends to go faster than we all expect; the clock ticks life away, With every click of a second, and ringing of the top of the hour, something is coming to an end. Now we’ve all heard that “with every end comes a new beginning”. This may be true; however, it doesn’t make the end any easier. The fall regular season for sports is rapidly approaching its conclusion. It’s been a truly great year for our local high school athletes, and here’s a look at the teams who will be given a new beginning, in the form of playoffs.

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fense high scoring. Ben Shaum (751 passing yards this season) and Colton Goeas (921 rush yards) look to continue their offensive explosions after the regular season comes to a close.

Coach Ramunno looks to capture 25 years of good football, and turn it into great football; maybe even a state title.

You can catch the last regular season game for Lewis-Palmer at Don Breese stadium this Friday, November 5th, at 7:00pm. They’ll be taking on conference rival The Classical Academy. It may be a “classic” as the rangers look to take them boys to school.

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For Palmer Ridge, it’s simple. Play some defense. Sacks leader Jeremy Aquino (4) and Interception ace Winn Howard (2) will lead the Bears’ march to keeping high scoring offenses confused and punished. When the Bears defense shows up, the offense follows.

Palmer Ridge averages over 30 points a game when holding its opponent to two touchdowns or less. That means this team is capable of the blowouts.

They’ll look to stir some magic this November.

Of the things over looked in American society – Food, Technology, Freedom, Electricity, World Power Status – soccer, may be one of the biggest. Why is it that Americans just can’t see this sport in the national spotlight? I have no answer. If you are an American who appreciates the sport, and are in need of a soccer fix, the Palmer Ridge Boys’ Soccer Team can oblige. In their last ten games (nine of which they’ve won) the Bears have allowed only three goals, while scoring thirty-nine! Nick Obermeyer leads the scoring onslaught with ten goals on the season. No doubt he’s been given plenty of help from players like Owen Braley, who has ten assists this season. The Bears were overlooked coming into the season, and now their second place in their division. It’s safe to say that Palmer Ridge has reached the end of being underestimated; in all sports. Next year, a new beginning. Expectations. Their time has come.

For Lewis-Palmer it’s simple, as well.

Keep it up. The Rangers have just one loss all season. Their playoff ranking is sure to be high, and their of-

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The Palmer Ridge Bears and LewisPalmer Rangers met just a few weeks ago. Lewis-Palmer edged the Bears, to jumpstart a four game winning streak.

The Bears? They rebounded with three straight wins. Both the Bears and Rangers stand a great chance in this years upcoming playoffs. Each Team hopes to make its claim to a state title.

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Health authorities around the world recommend eating more plant foods for good health. This is because plant foods such as fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts and seeds provide protection against many of the common lifestyle-related issues seen today. The traditional Mediterranean way of eating, which includes plenty of plant foods, is considered to be one of the healthiest in the world.

Almonds, Brazil nuts, cashews, chestnuts, hazelnuts, macadamias, pecans, pine nuts, pistachios and walnuts are all nuts that are packed full of beneficial nutrients for good health. Enjoying nuts regularly as part of a healthy diet has been shown to protect the heart and may reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

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Just because nuts are high in fat doesn’t mean they are unhealthy. Nuts are a great source of the good fats -- monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats -- which are essential for regulating blood cholesterol.

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4. LANGUAGE: What does the Greek prefix “macro” mean?

5. TELEVISION: Who was the star of “The Rockford Files”?

6. HISTORY: How long did the Spanish Civil War last?

7. INVENTIONS: When were pay telephones invented?

8. GAMES: In which game did Nintendo’s Mario make his appearance?

9. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital of Turkey?

10. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What was the original name of Rutgers University?

1. Who has won more Little League World Series -- U.S. teams or international teams?

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2. Who was the last hitter before Oakland’s Jack Cust (2007-09) to lead the American League in strikeouts three consecutive seasons?

3. Name the only place-kicker to win the NFL’s regular-season MVP Award.

4. What was the first men’s basketball team to play in the NCAA and NIT postseason tournaments in the same season and win the NCAA crown?

5. When was the last time before 2010 that the Philadelphia Flyers reached the Stanley Cup Finals?

6. Name the NASCAR Cup driver who won the Coca-Cola 600 three times during the 1990s.

7. Who are the two tennis players who have won Wimbledon’s men’s singles titles seven times each?

1. Which Jackson sibling scored the most Top 40 hits?

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3. Name the artist who had an album entitled “If I Could Only Remember My Name.”

4. What do U2’s 1991 album “Achtung Baby,” Fleetwood Mac’s 1977 album “Rumours” and Paul Simon’s 1986 album “Graceland” have in common?

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New DVD Releases for Week of November 1, 2010 PICKS OF THE WEEK “Toy Story 3” (G) -- Hands-down, one of the top three films of the year, and Disney is pulling out the stops with its home-video releases. There’s a four-disc (two DVD, two Blu-Ray) combo that is packed to the rafters with special features that include tons of behind-the-scenes featurettes and games. Also being released this week is a massive 10-disc boxed set of the entire “Toy Story” trilogy packaged in a cute little toy box.

“The Bridge on the River Kwai” (PG) -Alec Guinness gives a bravura performance in David Lean’s epic 1957 tale of a British colonel leading his fellow prisoners of war to build a bridge for their Japanese captors during World War II. This commemorative set includes a 35-page book with stories and photos from the production, lobby cards, a clip from “The Steve Allen Show” featuring Guinness and co-star William Holden, and archival audio of Holden narrating the premier of the film.

“The Sound of Music” (45th Anniversary Edition) (G) -- Like “The Wizard of Oz,” “The Sound of Music” is one of those timeless musicals that is discovered and embraced by every generation since its release. Like most anniversary releases, there are several different packages you can choose from depending on how many special features you want and whether you have Blu-Ray or just DVD. The biggest

and best release is the $70 Limited Edition Collector’s set, which includes 2 Blu-Ray and 1 DVD, a CD of the soundtrack, a 100page “My Favorite Things” scrapbook, a reproduction of the 1965 souvenir program and a limited edition music box.

“Winnebago Man” (NR) -- Jack Rebney isn’t a household word, but those who enjoy a hilarious viral video know him as The Winnebago Man, or “The Angriest Man in the World.” A compilation video of him having a series of profanity-laden meltdowns while trying to film a promotional video of a Winnebago he’s trying to sell has been making the rounds for 20 years.

“Winnebago Man” is a documentary about a guy who goes in search of Rebney, who disappeared two decades ago. He finds the elderly motorhome salesman living alone on a mountaintop, completely unaware of his cult fame.

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LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Don’t be surprised if you suddenly hear from someone from your past who wants to contact you about the possibility of renewing a long-dormant (if not dead) relationship.

TRIVIA TEST ANSWERS 1. Wyoming 2. Warthog 3. Pop Art 4. Large or great 5. James Garner 6. Three years, 1936-39 7. 1889 8. Donkey Kong 9. Ankara 10. Queen’s College

NOVEMBER 1, 2010 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Deciding to work out that pesky problem (even though you might have been bored, bored, bored with it) should be paying off right about now.

Expect to hear some very welcome news very soon.

SPORTS QUIZ ANSWERS 1. They are tied at 32 wins apiece through 2010.

2. Minnesota’s Bobby Darwin, 1972-74.

3. Mark Moseley of the Washington Redskins, in 1982.

4. The University of Utah, in 1944.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Unexpected news might cause you to rethink a previous conclusion. Don’t be bullheaded and try to bluff it out. Make the needed change, and then take a bow for your objectivity.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Money-matters should be considered as you continue to work out your holiday plans. This is a good time to scout out discounts before demand for them outstrips their availability.

5. It was 1997.

6. Jeff Gordon (1994, ‘97, ‘98).

7. Pete Sampras and William Renshaw.

FLASH BACK ANSWERS 1. It was Janet, not Michael. She netted 30 hits to his 29.

2. “Take a Bow” stayed at the top for seven weeks in 1994, one of 12 Madonna chart toppers.

3. It was David Crosby’s solo debut album. The 1971 album reached No. 12 on the charts.

4. They’re all on the Vatican’s Top 10 Pop Albums list reported this year by official paper L’Osservatore Romano. No kidding. The paper is said to be attempting to be less stuffy.

5. Oddly enough, it’s called “ZZ Top’s First Album.” It debuted in 1971.

6. Steely Dan in 1980. The song reached No. 10 on the charts.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A calm period early in the week helps you complete most, if not all, of your unfinished tasks. A new project appears by midweek, and this one could carry some big career potential.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Positive results from recent ventures continue to pump up those self-esteem levels, making you Fabulous Felines feel you can tackle any challenge anyone wants to throw at you.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Family and friends might feel neglected because of your almost total focus on a project. Try to rework your schedule so you can have time for both your loved ones and your work.

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SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) This is a good time to check over what went right and what went wrong with recent efforts. This can provide valuable lessons for projects that will be coming up soon.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Dealing with people who feel they’re always right about everything might be a problem for some. But the savvy Archer should be able to deflate their oversize egos.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) This week favors a balance between the demands of your work and your need for fun timeouts. Taking breaks helps restore and keep your energy levels high.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) There could be an occasional setback in what you’re working on. But look at them as lessons on how to do better as you move along.

More supporters turn up to cheer you on.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Although a more positive aspect influences this week’s course, you still need to be sure that those who will work with you have no reason to work against you. Good luck.

BORN THIS WEEK: You believe in keeping your promises. It’s not always easy to do, but somehow you do it.

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thors you’ve come to enjoy over the years, and we wait for them to come out with a new book. Meanwhile, we randomly dip into other books, never quite finding what our favorite authors provide. Here’s a hint: Use dark winter days to explore new authors. My goal for the winter is to read novels by writers in my home state.

It’s easier than you think to find books you’ll likely enjoy. Ask your reference librarian for a peek at a book called “What Do I Read Next?� This big volume lists authors any of us spend more and books alongside those that are time indoors during the similar in some way, offering hints winter, and reading fills a about others you might enjoy.

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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.

“Patriotic Christmas Marketplace Caring for Our Soldiers” November 7th 10 to 4 pm Sundance Mountain Athletic Center 1808 Woodmoor Dr., Monument We are adopting several platoons of soldiers and sending them care packages for Christmas. Come shop for the holidays, bring a care package donation to be wrapped by volunteers from the community, pick up treat at the bake sale to help us raise money to ship the care packages and children come and color a page and/or make a card to send in our care packages. For the complete list of acceptable care package items go to www.trilakesnetworkingteam. com Soldiers most wanted items: refill wipes, dark socks, athlete’s foot powder and Twizzlers.

10 Keys to Success and Prosperity Tuesday, Nov. 9 - 6:30PM Champs Restaurant (the Shops at Briargate) Tri-Lakes Networking Team is excited to have Meredith Bromfield present “10 Keys to Success and Prosperity” This is for all business women and any other women in the area that would like to get-to-know the women in their community. Visit us at www.trilakesnetworkingteam.com. For more info email trilakesnetworkingteam@gmail.com Lutefisk and Meatball Annual Scandinavian Dinner Saturday, November 13, 2010 -1:00 and 5:00 PM 1045 Ford Street---Viking Hall, Colorado Springs, CO 80919 Traditional menu---will include lutefisk, meatballs, vegetables, potatoes, lefse and dessert. Call for Reservations (limited seating)---Virginia @ 591-7083. Ticket Costs--- $20 for adults, $8 for ages 5-12. For sale in lobby---herring, lutefisk, lingonberries, baked goods, gift items. Sponsored by Sons Of Norway (Fjellheim Lodge)-----a non-profit organization.

Tri-Lakes Women’s Club (TLWC) Luncheon: Deck Your Halls – Holiday Decorating the Villa Décor Way, Fri., Nov 19, 11 a.m.

Falcon Club at the U.S. Air Force Academy. Staci Ewing, owner of Colorado Villa Décor, will share the latest decorating trends and give us wonderful ideas for making our homes cozy and beautiful for the winter holidays. RSVP: Charlie Ann Hayes, nonahayes@comcast.net, 481-9693

or Maureen Kral, reenbean@aol.com, 282-0164. 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 November 5th, and the Pine Forest Antique and Garden Show and Sale April 30th-May1st. Proceeds from these events benefit local nonprofit groups. Visit www.tlwc.net or contact Judy Crusius, crusii@aol.com, 4811994; or Barb Dienes, bdienes@msn.

com, 487-7392.

Lewis Palmer District Ice Hockey Team 2nd Annual Breakaway Hockey Event Friday, November 19th Lewis Palmer District Ice Hockey team is hosting a charitable dinner banquet at the Sundance Mountain Lodge.

The evening consists of a three-course Italian dinner, cash bar, live music and dancing, and a silent auction to benefit the team. The ice hockey team is not fully funded by the school district and must fundraise over $8,000 to pay for practice ice rental fees. The event was a sell-out last year.

Tickets are still available by contacting Catherine Methot, 481-4920, or cmethot@yahoo.com.

Alpaca Holiday Extravaganza 20 - 21 November 2010 - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Black Forest Community Club 12530 Black Forest Rd., Black Forest, CO 80908 The South Eastern Colorado Alpaca Breeders will host the 5th annual Alpaca Holiday Extravaganza at the Black Forest Community Club on Saturday, 20 Nov (9-5) and Sunday, 21 Nov (10-4). This free, educational event will showcase the entire range of products made from alpaca fiber. Fleece, roving, batting and yarn will be available for hand-spinners and artisans/crafters as well as garments and apparel just in time for holiday shoppers. Alpacas will be present so you can actually feel how soft their fleece really is.

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.

THE HAUNTED WINDCHIMES

Featuring Desirae Garcia on the ukulele, Chela Lujan on the banjo and Inaiah Lujan on the guitar, this band is a definite must hear! Tickets are $15 each and will sell out fast!

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To purchase tickets, or for more information, go to www.trilakesarts. org or call Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts at 719.481.0475.

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Holiday Concert Dec. 17, 2010 Location: The Pinery Musical selections performed by an ensemble from the Colorado Youth Symphony Orchestra. BONUS: Continued sale of the Tri-Lakes Women’s Club’s Classic Colorado Collection 2010 ornament. The artist will be present. RSVP: Charlie Ann Hayes, nonahayes@comcast.net, 481-9693 or Maureen Kral, reenbean@aol.com, 282-0164. 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 November 5th, and the Pine Forest Antique and Garden Show and Sale April 30th-May1st. 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.

vocal harmonies that is nothing short of beautiful. Their unique sounds set them apart from any other band—local or national.

ri-Lakes Center for the Arts is proud to welcome the musical sounds of THE HAUNTED WINDCHIMES on Saturday, November 13 at 7:30pm at Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts.

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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 2010 season, please contact Vicki Mynhier at 719.460.4179 or email at vmynhier@townofmonument.net.

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Marketing Idea #23 Place ads in publications your market reads. Be sure to reach the non-English speaking market as well.

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