Issue 817

Free!

Publication Publication

For Advertising Call:

Issue 817 - April 29, 2013

The Neatest Little Paper Ever Read!®

www.ILoveTidbits.com

TIDBITS® GETS ILLUMINATED WITH

SPECIAL OFFER

$100 OFF

Over 160,000 Readers Monthly!

Of Douglas Douglas & & Elbert Elbert Counties Counties Of

303-994-9683

Any dental procedure

New patients only. Not valid with any other offer. Expires May 31, 2013

NIGHT LIGHTS

303-841-4910

by Patricia L. Cook

Mon-Fri: 8 AM to 5:30 PM Saturday: 9 AM to 3 PM

Children who are afraid of the dark often need a small night light to help them overcome their fear. This Tidbits is about small and large lights in the dark as well as neon lights that shine in some pretty fancy ways!

25% off Annual Service Not valid with any other offer, coupon or promotion Offer Expires 05/31/13

$300 off a Trailer $3000 or More

Free Light, Brake & Air pressure check on a trailer.

15% off In-Stock Parts

With purchase of $50 or more

Not valid with any other offer, coupon or promotion Offer Expires 05/31/13

Not valid with any other offer, coupon or promotion Offer Expires 05/31/13

• Even on very dark nights, if you let your eyes adjust it is possible for most people to see well enough to walk around.

720-443-0596 10470 S Progress Way #100 Parker, CO 80134 www.DrBurgner.com

The comforts of advanced dentistry with a human touch

Jewelry & Watch Repair

Gem Settings Broken Prongs Missing Gems Broken Chains Watch Repair

• The moon at night shining in the dark is not actually a light source since it does not produce its own light. The moon is visible because of the sun’s light that bounces off of it back to earth. When we see different phases (or sizes) of the moon it is because the earth revolves around the sun and the moon orbits the earth. The part of the moon that is reflecting depends on the angles or relative positions of the earth, moon and sun.

• The earth’s orbit also changes our view of the stars at night even though the stars are in fixed patterns. Astronomers who named many of the stars and constellations (named patterns of stars) years ago gave them Greek and Roman names that are still used today.

• The most well-known constellations are the “Big Dipper” and “Little Dipper.” The “dippers” are part of Ursa Major and Ursa Minor, which mean Greater Bear and Smaller Bear.

Turn the page for more!

2 Loc nd atio n Cas in t le R

ock

W G EB O U LD Y

Not valid with any other offer, coupon or promotion Offer Expires 05/31/13

8900 S BROMPTON WAY PARKER CO 80134 ? ree eF

g ma

Da

ROOFING?

NVIRONMENTAL

A

SSESSMENT

G

ROUP

RU

SU

RE

?

Big enough to get the job done RIGHT! Small enough for personal attention.

Restoration Experts with over 23 years of experience - Hail, Wind Damage - Water, Mold, Radon, Vapor Barriers - Industry Standard Pricing / Insurance Specialists

11028 S Pikes Peak Dr • Parker • 303-841-2666 www.PinetreeJewelers.com

We Buy Junk Cars & Trucks CA$H ON THE SPOT

WE COME TO YOU. NO HASSLE.

720-560-6763 www.chunkystowing.com Se Habla Espanol

(303)663-5578 Diesel Expert on Hand!

Domestic Heavytow Diesel

Imports 4x4 Race

WANT TO RUN YOUR OWN BUSINESS? Paper in Your Area Publish Paper Your in Area Publish aa We provide the opportunity for success!

www.handmtransmission.com

Call 1.800.523.3096 (U.S.) 1.866.631.1567 (CAN)

AIR DUCT CLEANING

STUCCO OVER SIDING Never Ever Paint Your House Again!

500 2nd St, Castle Rock, CO 80104

We use hepa vacuums & four whips nozzel to loosen & sweep debris in duct work Clear viewing port that allows the homeowner to actually see all the dust and debris as it is being removed

www.tidbitsweekly. com

• Hard, Strong & Fire Resistant • Energy Efficient • Can be applied to Siding, Brick, Concrete & Metal • Hail Resistant

$300 OFF ANY COMPLETE STUCCO APPLICATION

Referral list provided at time of estimate.

Not valid with military or senior discounts.

To validate coupon must be presented at time of estimate.

New customers only. Exp 10/31/13

Call for a FREE Estimate!

720-443-3828 www.NativeAir.net

A+

RATING

Licensed Insured

719/632-9000

WWW.RTSTUCCO.COM

303-883-3750 Call Today For A No Obligation Consultation

FRONT PAGE CLASSIFIEDS Queen Pillowtop 5-Pc bedroom Set. Mattress Set. Brand New Includes the Queen Bed: with warranty. $175. Can Headboard, Footboard, Rails, Chest & Nightstand. New in Deliver 303--758-1312 Boxes, $689. Can Deliver 303-758-1323.

$285 New King Pillowtop Mattress/ Foundation Set

with warranty. Delivery Avail. Call 303-758-1312 Microfiber Sectional Brand New Stain Resistant with Full Manufacturer’s Warranty.

List $1550. Sell $599.

Delivery Aval 303-758-1323

2

Tidbits® of Douglas & Elbert Counties For Advertising

Call Tim (303)994-9683

Interesting Stuff NIGHT LIGHTS (continued):

Douglas County Businesses...

We’ll get the money your customers owe you!

Collections Demand Letters Judgements

FourthStreet ATTORNEYS AT LAW

Leins Assets

FREE

Collections Seminar

April 24, 2013 at 5:30 pm.

RSVP:

rsvp@fourthstreetlaw.com

303-388-2787

103 4th Street, Ste 320 Castle Rock, CO 80104

Call Me For A Complimentary Market Analysis Of Your Home’s Value

• Many children the world over hear a song about the night sky long before they learn to talk. Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star was published by Jane Taylor and her sister, Ann, in England in 1806. Their second book of children’s poems, Rhymes for the Nursery, includes the poem, The Star, written with five verses. Only the first verse is widely sung, with an occasional addition of verse two.

• The tune for Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star is actually older than the poem. It originated in France, first seen in print in Paris in 1761. The tune was first associated with a French song, Ah! Vous diraije, Maman, which is translated Ah! Will I tell you Mommy. It is still popular with French children.

• Another “tune” that came from Paris was the quiet buzz of neon lights. Georges Claude, a chemist, engineer, and inventor was a pioneer in the development of neon lighting.

• Neon gas was first discovered in 1898. The word neon was chosen for the gas from the Greek word “neos” which means “new gas.”

• Two predecessors to neon lights were the Geissler Moore tubes that used pressurized gas in tubes with electric volts to make colorful lights. When neon was discovered it proved to be a more lasting gas for tube lights. Neon was in short supply until Georges Claude’s company, “Air Liquide,” began producing large quantities. Claude made his first neon light in 1902 and first displayed his invention at the Paris Motor Show in December, 1910, with two 39 foot long (12 m) bright red tubes of neon light.

(303) 875-7740 Amy Lee Hoffmann Coloradorealtor99@yahoo.com

www.coloradohousesales.com

Selling Residential Homes and Land Throughout Douglas County and Surrounding Areas

• Claude received his first patent for neon lighting in Paris in 1911 and another in the United States in 1915.

• (There is some historical evidence that Perley G. Nutting, a physicist who started the Optical Society of America, displayed the first neon light at the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in 1904.)

• The first commercial neon sign was sold to a barber shop in Paris in 1912, by Jaques Fonseque, an associate of Claude.

May 31, 2013

• When red and blue tubes of neon lights were installed decorating the Paris Opera House in 1919, the colors became known as “Opera Colors.”

• Claude sold the first neon sign in America, actually two, to a Packard Car dealership in Los Angeles in 1923. The price: $24,000! Neon quickly caught on in the advertising world.

May 31, 2013

• The “liquid fire” signs began dominating outdoor advertising displays in American cities from Times Square in New York to Los Angeles. Las Vegas quickly became a city filled with neon on the borders of signs and buildings, architectural accents Continued on page 8

For Advertising Pet Page Call Tim (303)994-9683

Tidbits® of Douglas & Elbert Counties 3

Cat Q & A

DRILLSEEDING SPRING SEEDING MARCH THRU MAY OCTOBER/NOVEMBER MARCH THRU - MAY MAY x x x

Dr. James Olson - The Meow Doc x x x x •

Do You Take Vitamins? Why? I have asked many friends, colleagues, and clients if they take vitamins and why? Most people have told me that do and for many good reasons. Vitamins and supplements appear to correct deficiencies in the body and enhance people’s well being.

Next I began to look over feline diets and most diets were labeled balanced and complete for all life stages. The ingredients varied but most had a large percentage of carbohydrates as a food source. Cats in the wild eat very little carbohydrates – cats are meat eaters. The metabolism of felines differs dramatically from canines – cats are true carnivores and dogs are omnivores like humans.

303.660.0072

Franktown

Mon - Sat 10 - 5

FIREWOOD ood.com FranktownFirew

- Cut, Split, Seasoned Firewood - Smoking BBQ Bagged Chunks - Campfire Bundles Delivery - Chiminea Wood Available

Patio & Garden

- Chainsaw Art Bears - Rustic Log Furniture - Masonry Patios - BBQs & Firepits - Traeger Grills

In Franktown at the Corner of Hwys 83 & 86

In clinical medicine we see many ‘mild’ deficiency syndromes improve when diets are changed or supplements are added. It is apparent that most diets other than mice and birds are deficient in many ways. Reviewing thousands of cat’s body scores and their diets we found most had some deficiencies. The old adage – “You are what you eat.” is more true for cats than for humans.

There are many ‘new’ feline diseases that have come to the forefront in the last 30 years that appear to have some dietary basis: diabetes mellitus, thyroid disease, urinary tract disease, cancer, liver disease, kidney disease, heart disease, etc.. Deficiency diseases are becoming one of the biggest areas of research.

GRASS MIXES NATIVES SMALL SEED I.E. ALFALFA ALFALFA

RESEED TO IMPROVE GRAZING OR HAY. IMPROVE GRASS STANDS AND APPEARANCE. WE USE A GREAT PLAINS NO-TILL DRILL WE CAN SEED ANY SIZE 1 ACRE TO 100 ACRES

FERTILIZING AVAILABLE

WE USE ARKANSAS VALLEY SEEDS

CALL FOR ESTIMATE AND SCHEDULING

ALMAR FARMS 303-805-9469

The Buddy Center Needs Your Help

Pet of the Week

Name: BLUE ID# A643430

My name is Blue, but I’ll be a happy pup if you come and adopt me.

4556 Castleton Court, Castle Rock, CO 80109 (303)751-5772 * www.DDFL.ORG

So, the bottom line with virtually all feline diets . . . they need to be supplemented with quality vitamins, minerals, and other essential fatty acids and proteins. The problem with most vitamin and supplement products is that they are not well formulated for cats and the quality is subpar.

We have researched and searched for quality products and there appear to be only 3 to 4 out of thousands that meet balanced nutritional standards. Feeding quality supplements really does help your cat versus feeding ‘empty’ treats loaded with calories. Ask your veterinarian which supplements to add to your cat’s nutrition.

Dr. James K. Olson is "The Meow Doc", a nationally recognized veterinarian specializing exclusively in cats. Dr. Olson holds the title of Diplomate, Feline Specialty, from the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners. He is certified to practice nuclear medicine by the State of Colorado Department of Radiaton Safety. His practice is located in Castle Rock, Colorado. For more information please visit his comprehensive website: www.CatSpecialist.com

Excellent Quality Hay and Straw.

Call For ALL Your Livestock and Reclamation Needs.

---------------------------Currently available Beautiful grass in small bales & Premium 3X3X8 in Alfa & Mix

Sm. Squares • Lg. Squares Rounds • Alfalfa • grass Mixed • Straw

719-339-3525 • We Deliver www.hayco.us

For Advertising Call Tim (303)994-9683 4 Twenty Questions Tidbits® of Douglas & Elbert Counties

20 QUESTIONS

Imagine...

Being in control of your own Home Security!

Classic Television Trivia

1. What kind of a business did Lucy work in on The Lucy Show?

2. Who were the Romulans on Star Trek?

3. What was the first name of the character played

by Morey Amsterdam, Rob Petrie’s co-worker on The Dick VanDyke Show?

4. Who was Darrin Stephens’ boss on Bewitched?

5. What was the name of the fort on F-Troop?

6. Can you remember the name of the star that appeared in both Car 54 Where Are You? and The Munsters?

7. What enduring game show that premiered in 1962 featured a “lightening round”?

8. Who played Little Joe on Bonanza?

9. For 20 years people enjoyed a comedy and variety show called The Red ____________ Show.

10. What was the name of the sitcom that was aired

by ABC from 1958-1966 and starred Donna Reed?

11. Who played the father on Father Knows Best?

12. What was the name of Ricky and David Nelson’s real and TV mom?

13. What was Rob & Laura Petrie’s son’s name on The Dick VanDyke Show?

14. Bill Todman was one of the producers on The Price is Right. Who was his partner?

15. What part did Jim Backus play on Gilligan’s Island?

16. What was the name of the space engineer played by James Doohan on Star Trek?

17. Walter Brennan was the star in a sitcom called The ___________ McCoys.

18. Can you name the weird family that lived at 1313 Mockingbird Lane?

19. Do you remember what the top rated western was during the 1960-1961 season?

20. Who was the female co-star on The Carol Burnett Show?

With Advanced Network/Mobile Ready Technology

• • • • •

HD Security Cameras Infrared up to 260 feet in total darkness DVR systems that can record 6 months Motion activated to alert your phone No monthly monitoring fees YOU’RE IN CONTROL!

Video Security Systems They’re more affordable than you think.

303-994-9683 LynxVSecurity.com

PALMER LAKE WELLNESS CENTER

Answers: 1. Bank 2. Alien race and enemy to the Federation 3. Buddy 4. Larry Tate 5. Fort Courage 6. Fred Gwynne 7. Password 8. Michael Landon 9.

Skelton 10. The Donna Reed Show 11. Robert Young 12. Harriet 13. Richie 14. Mark Goodson 15. Thurston Howell III 16. Scotty 17. Real 18. Munsters 19.

Gunsmoke 20. Vicki Lawrence

THE LOWEST MEMBER PRICES IN TOWN (Out the door)

PALMER LAKE WELLNESS CENTER 850 Commercial Lane, Palmer Lake, CO

(I-25 south to Hwy 105, Monument Exit#161, then north 1.1 miles)

LIKE us on...

Hw

y 10

Woodmoor

Sudoku Made Possible By

Bob Lowry Neighborhood Exclusive Agent

303.688.1966

Auto-Home-Business-Life

5

Monument

for up to date information

Safeway

I-25

719-488-9900

d

PRICES INCLUDE TAX

COME VISIT US FOR ALL OF YOUR MEDICAL MARIJUANA NEEDS. Large Selection of Top Shelf Medicine & Edibles Circ le R

New & Improved!

We have re-designed the Palmer Lake Wellness Center to provide our clients with the very best!

$10 Grams $30 1/8 $55 1/4 $100 1/2 $185 ozs Buy 2oz $170/oz

Mc Donalds

Exit 161

HOURS: Monday through Sunday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Allstate Insurance Company 201 S Wilcox St. #2A Castle Rock

Tidbits® of Douglas & Elbert Counties • Free Estimates • Quality Work • Licensed & Insured

• Natural Pruning • Tree & Shrub Removal • Tree & Shrub Pruning • Stump Grinding • Cat Rescue

Jason Newman Owner

303-995-5246 purplemtntree@yahoo.com

Make your financial future a priority.

Cindy Rose, AAMS®

For Advertising Call Tim

(303)994-9683 The

Gem Advisor 5

24 HouR EmERgEnCy CARE 7 Days A Week 365 Days A year n

General Practice

n

Weekend & Walk in Appointments

n

Surgery Specialist Services

n

Boarding & Grooming

24/7 RCF

VCA DouglAs County AnimAl HospitAl 7 Days A Week 365 Days A year

531 Jerry Street • Castle Rock, CO 80104

720-663-0911 VCAdouglascounty.com

Financial Advisor

2195 N Highway 83 #23 Franktown, CO 80116 303-688-2127

NOW OPEN!

The Gem Advisor

Member SIPC

www.edwardjones.com

We have several Branson Tractor models available! We also carry many attachments and implements!

Beryl

JoAnne’s Dance Studio #4 Since 1948

Piano Lessons!

Member, DEA, NADAA, ASCAP

303-688-6221 1543 N Park, Unit B Castle Rock, CO 80104

Call Sergio “Serg” Schaefer at:

Scott McQueen Emeralds, aquamarines, and the charming pink of morganite have left gemstone-lovers spellbound for years. They are famous for their variety of color, sparkling brilliance, and suitability for jewelry. What many don’t realize is that they belong to a single family - they are all beryls. The rare red beryl, the golden beryl, the yellowish-green heliodor, the pink, or the colorless goshenite beryl are all different but have similar chemical and physical properties, making them related.

Beryl is found in the gemstone deposits of South America and those of Central and West Africa. However, they also occur on Madagascar, in Russia and the Ukraine, and in Goshen, Massachusetts where goshenite berly is mined.

The skilled hands of gemstone cutters turn them into a multitude of many-faceted shapes.

In particular, beryls are well suited to rectangular or square step cuts, since it takes a clear design to bring out to the full the transparent beauty of this colorful gemstone family.

Scott McQueen is the owner of Pinetree Jewelers, Parker’s oldest jewelry store established in 1976. It is located at 11028 S. Pikes Peak Drive in Parker. For more information on gemstones or jewelry of any kind call 303.841.2666

2nd location 190 S Wilcox St., C Castle Rock, CO 303-660-2696

during snow storms

303-841-1798

6272 E. Pine Lane Parker, CO 80138 New Curtis Snowplow Installed $4395 +Tax (Mention this ad) www.legacyplowandtrailer.com Mention this ad and receive 20% OFF on Trailer Repair Only.

14185 US Hwy 24, Peyton, CO

Rip-Strip-Regrip $6 per club (includes new grip)

Some restrictions apply. Must present Tidbits’ Coupon at time of sale. Offer Expires 5/31/13

303-717-2841 11028 S Pikes Peak Dr. Parker, CO 80138

Located behind Pine Tree Jewelers

bentskip@yahoo.com

Brought to you by

OPEN 24 HRS

www.topartrailers.com

Chunky’s Towing 720--560-6763

Legacy Plow & Trailer, Inc.

Complete Trailer & Plow Repair

719/749-2393 719/680-9088

Neighborhood Exclusive Agent

JoAnne L. Meade

Ballet Tap Pointe Jazz Lyrical Hip Hop Pre-school Ball Room Character Adults & Specialty

303.688.1966 Bob Lowry

Artistic Director

Of Of Douglas Douglas County County Colorado Colorado

Home Improvement NEED NEW GUTTERS?

Windows Starting at

$185

We We also also do do Repairs Repairs & & Cleaning!

Cleaning!

We install quality vinyl replacement window products 52 weeks a year!

Locally owned and operated.

JPE Contractors 303-663-8118

Don’t go all winter long with faulty windows!

Call Orlando (Oly) Pino

303-300-9972

200 S Wilcox St #416 Castle Rock, CO 80104

www.clearchoice-usa.com/denver

THIS IS A HAMMER

By Samantha Mazzotta Wood Deck Stain vs. Water Seal

Quality Service on all Foreign and Domestic Vehicles “Your Hometown Service Center” 303-841-8000 10270 S. Dransfeldt Rd.Quality #400 Service on all Foreign Parker, CO 80134 and Domestic Vehicles FAX: 303-841-8050 gregsautorepair.com

303-841-8000 10270 S Dransfeldt Rd #400 Parker, CO 80134 gregsautorepair.com

Family Owned and Operated Small Business

ASE CERTIFIED MASTER TECHNICIAN WITH OVER 23 YEARS EXPERIENCE

ASE CERTIFIED MASTER TECHNICIAN WITH 23 YEARS EXPERIENCE Custom Home Building Renovation & Remodel Design & Build Consultation

We service all major household appliances.

Highest Ethical Standards of Construction & Workmanship

Please call:

303-888-7199

303-688-5233 www.mrappliance.com/douglascnty mrappliance.comdouglascnty Locally owned and operated

Independently owned and operated.

www.bobhoffmannbuildersinc.com

Mention this ad and receive a 15% Discount!

303-463-1800

Licensed & Insured

Q: The house I just bought has a wooden deck in the back that has turned gray over the years. It’s otherwise structurally sound. My question is, should I seal the deck against further water damage, or just stain it to the color I want and not worry about sealing it? -- Judy H., Waycross, Ga. A: It’s really up to you. Just staining the deck will give you the color you want, although in high-traffic areas the stain could wear away quickly. Many deck companies recommend using a combination stain/sealer product, which is basically a sealer with pigment added. The advantage of this, they say, is the sealer provides additional protection against water and weather damage, while the stain helps reduce fading from UV rays.

Sealers should last at least a year, with some lasting up to three years. You have a choice of either water-based or oil-based sealer; many professionals recommend oil-based products, which last longer.

Since you’ve just purchased the house and might not know when the deck was last maintained, consider having a professional deck contractor inspect it. Find out if there are any hidden issues, whether the deck needs maintenance prior to staining or sealing it. The deck will likely need to be cleaned and may need to be sanded and pressure-washed prior to sealing or staining.

Once you’ve inspected and cleaned the deck, you can apply a stain or sealer (or both). If you decide to stain, pick a few sample colors that are a few shades darker or lighter than the shade you want. This is because different types or different conditions of deck wood can cause the color of the stain to appear different from the swatch color. Test each sample in an inconspicuous place and pick the best color for your wood.

Apply the stain or sealer on a dry day when the temperature is above 50 degrees F. Don’t apply it in direct sunlight. Ideally, two dry days will help the stain or sealer dry completely and evenly, so check the weather forecast and plan accordingly.

Stir the sealer (don’t shake it -- bubbles will form in it) or stain and apply a thin coat to a couple of boards at a time using a long-handled paint roller. Don’t overapply -- the finish will not dry correctly and will feel tacky for days, at least.

If the finish puddles up, use another roller or a broom to spread out the puddles. To stain or seal corners, use a paintbrush. If you feel a second coat is needed, apply it in the same way, very thinly. Let the finish dry for at least 24 hours.

A note about cleanup: Any rags or cloths used to clean up spills or excess should not be piled up together. The evaporating finish can ignite and cause a fire. Wash rags by hand -- if you applied a water-based finish, use soapy water; if you applied an oil-based finish, use mineral spirits or paint thinner, then rinse -- and hang them outdoors to dry, spaced well apart.

HOME TIP: Every few months, check to make sure your deck is still sealed by pouring a small amount of water on the wood. If it beads up, the deck is fine.

Send your questions or home tips to ask@thisisahammer.com.

My new e-book, “101 Best Home Tips,” is available to download on Amazon Kindle! Pick it up it today for just 99 cents. (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.

Tidbits Information

For Advertising Call Tim (303)994-9683

Tidbits® of Douglas & Elbert Counties

NBN Mission Statement ”To develop basketball players in the State of Colorado through in-depth training and coaching that focuses first on the core fundamentals. Our instruction will specifically help your child enhance their Dribbling, Passing, Shooting, and Offensive Moves as well as learn the basics of Defense and Rebounding. Our goal at Nothing But Net is to increase the number of home grown (Colorado) collegiate level basketball players.

NBN Purpose and Goals The Nothing But Net Way

7

No more waiting...

Tidbits App is finally HERE!!!

YOUR APP HERE!

It is our system that distinguishes us from other basketball programs or similar services.

Individualized Directed Programs Each individual player will receive quality instruction in workout sessions that is tailored specifically to the players’ skill level or situation. Your child will learn how to improve his Dribbling, Passing, Shooting, and Offensive Moves though intense player development sessions. Also the Nothing But Net staff will better the conditioning of every player and show them the intensity level you have to play at to be successful at a high level.

CAN’T GET ENOUGH...

...and receive Tidbits each week on your email.

Just go to ILoveTidbits.com

Decks Time to Repair or Replace With summer & BBQ’s coming up we all want to get out & enjoy our decks. As always the bane of us enjoying our yards in the summer is the yard work that comes with it. Our decks are no different – wooden structures are especially susceptible to deterioration weakening over time due to age & weather.

Every summer your deck should be inspected for loose planks, railings & stairs, these are the most common issues that cause injury.

All which can easily be avoided by a simple inspection. Many simply need sealed & maybe put a few screws into a decking plank that has become loose, while others have aged to the point where they are no longer safe.

The difference between needing some TLC & a demolition crew can be hard to discern. If you have this question, do yourself a favor & call a professional contractor for an evaluation & estimate.

Most contractors will not charge for this service & a little investment of your time is worth the peace of mind.

At QCI Structural Solutions we pride ourselves on delivering the best product & experience possible to our clients & would be more than happy to help you with all of your construction & home refurbish needs whether it be a deck, kitchen, bathroom, new windows & doors, siding, painting or even a man-cave.

Have a safe summer & remember that all wooden structures should be cleaned & sealed yearly to get the most for your investment.

Michael Nies QCI Structural Solutions 1-888-976-0708

8 Information

Tidbits® of Douglas & Elbert Counties

For Advertising Call Tim (303)994-9683

LARKSPUR PIZZARIA & CAFE

Something new is brewing in Parker

M DA OTH YS PEC ERS IAL S!

Best Pizza, Calzones, Italian Food, Panini Sandwiches and Much More!

WORLD CLASS FREE MUSIC

Exp • May 2 - Don Coenon “Former Steppenwolf Member” a Pat nded i ou o • May 9 - Paul Glover & Friends “Guitar Maestro” o for Thu pens tdoor rsda in Ju • May 16 & 23 - Steven Roloff & Bryan Boyce “Austsin, Texas Country” n y Mu & Sun e • May 30 - Darren & Son “Local Country Guy” sic da !!!

y

DINE IN SPECIAL

FRIDAY NIGHT

FREE

FISH FRY

Fresh Red Lake Minnesota WALLEYE Dine In/Take Out

48 oz. Pitcher of Bud or 4 Sodas with purchase of an 18” Pizza One coupon per table or group. Not valid with any other offer.

Offer Expires 5/31/13

Monday - Closed, Tuesday & Wednesday open 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Thursday - Sunday open 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

NIGHT LIGHTS (continued): and even neon animations.

• Today, many of the first neon signs and displays in Las Vegas have become part of the Neon Museum.

The Museum has three components: the Downtown Gallery, the Neon Boneyard, and the Las Vegas Signs project.

• By the way, Georges Claude was imprisoned from 1945-1949 by the French government for collaborating with the Germans in World War II. • Claude’s patents were good but they did not stop others from “taking off” from his work. Charles J. Wamser created his sign company with neon technology that was slightly different from Claude’s patents.

• Wamser’s company, Sheet Metal Products, Inc., was started in a rented garage in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and started mass producing signs in the late 1920s. His company, now named Everbrite, is still a worldwide leader in the lighting and branding of companies.

• Many of the “neon” signs that dotted the landscapes in North America were not all neon. People use the name “neon” for lights of all colors but actually neon lights are red. Other gases used with neon produce different colors. Argon is most widely used, along with mercury and phosphor. There are now over 150 colors that can be produced.

• Neon signs were most popular in the 1950s. By the 1960s neon lights were being replaced with cheaper lighting.

• As in fashion, many things of old come back to be popular again. In 1999, the Route 66 Corridor Restoration Act, helped to put neon signs of old back in the public eye. Many of the monuments to the past, including the neon signs that dotted Route 66 were restored and reinstalled.

Before opening the Brewery, Tom was working for Douglas County. When asked why he decided to make the switch he responded, “I wanted a job I love to do.” Tom enjoys the business of making beer very much. He has been brewing for over twenty years and has taken home two gold medals in national competitions.

The name Elk Mountain comes from the mountain he has had luck hunting on and many of the elk horns adorning the brewery are a testament to his luck.

The brewery features eight varieties of handcrafted beers made on site. Including Ghost Town Brown, Summer Blonde, Puma IPA and Oatmeal Stout just to name a few. In the expansive tasting room customers can play pool, watch their favorite teams compete on one of the four flat screen TVs, relax out on the patio ,enjoy free popcorn or bring/order in food of their choice all while sipping on incredible craft beer. Elk Mountain Brewing also features a great tasting root beer and has various board games for families to enjoy. Tours are also available to the public.

The brewery itself is located at 18921 Plaza Drive (close to Parker Field House) and is open Monday through Thursday 3-9pm, Friday and Saturday noon- 11pm and Sunday noon-9. Elk Mountain Brewing sells beer by the glass. You can also take beer out in kegs, growlers and bring the growlers back for refills.

10 Minutes from Castle Rock Exit 173 going South Follow Sign

303-681-2090

Have you been to the newest micro brewpub right here in Parker?

If not you are missing out on award winning recipes developed by head brewer and Parker resident Tom Bell. On July first Tom and Marcia Bell officially opened the doors to Elk Mountain Brewing.

Tom and Marcia Bell are planning many exciting events at the Brewery the first being the official grand opening party on Saturday August 21st. There will be free BBQ from noon to 4pm, tours of the brewery and great prize giveaways. Elk Mountain Brewing will also host a women’s only club for those wanting to learn more about craft beer and how diverse the styles really are. This club will also feature beer parings with cheese, chocolate and other food delicacies. Meetings are the third Tuesday of every month starting on September 21st at 7pm.

Elk Mountain Brewing is looking forward to serving up a great craft beer to you. Cheers!

303-805-BREW (2739) Please see our ad on

FREE

Registration!

Expires 5/31/13. With mention of Tidbits Coupon. Not valid with any other offer. New Customers ONLY! This coupon is also available at ILoveTidbits.com

AGES 6 MONTHS THROUGH ADULT Parent-Tot Classes Group Lessons Individualized Attention No more than four students per class!

Preschool Classes Private Lessons

Swim School

ASK ABOUT OUR BIRTHDAY PARTIES!

720-851-1524

18920 E Plaza Dr., Parker

Dolphinz Swim School 720-851-1524 www.DolphinzSwimSchool.com

Making medications that fit our patients...

Hours: Mon - Fri 10a - 6p And by Appointmennt

303.805.9543

“Bio-identical” Hormone Replacement Hormone Consultations with Saliva Testing Pain Management • Dermatologic Preparations • Dental Preparations Pediatric Formulations • Nutritional Supplements • O2 Bar & Aromatherapy Veterinary Preparations

10259 S Parker Rd #105 • Parker CO 80134

Classified Page

For Advertising Call Tim (303)994-9683

Tidbits® of Douglas & Elbert Counties

9

Investors Can Learn from Swimmers' Diets

Top Soil Compost Sand Mulches Rip Rap Decorative Rock Moss Rock Cobblestone Gravel Fill Dirt Recycled Asphalt Flagstone Roadbase Edging & Fabric Planters Mix

Celebrating 20 YEARS!!!

303-688-4946 Ask about volume discounts!

Excluding Hardware & Delivery

Not good with any other offer or quote Offer Expires May 31, 2013 Firewood Not Included

One Mile North of Franktown on Highway 83 - west side

Classified Education

Misc

THE OCEAN Corp. 10840 Rockley Road, Houston, Texas 77099 Train for a new Career. *Underwater Welder. Commercial Driver. *NDT/Weld Inspector. Job placement assistance.

Financial Aid available for those who qualify 1-800-321-0298

WANTS TO purchase minerals and other oil & gas interests. Send details P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co 80201

Adoption PREGNANT? CONSIDERING ADOPTION? Talk with caring adoption expert. You choose from families nationwide. LIVING EXPENSES PAID. Call 24/7 Abbys One True Gift Adoptions.

866 413-6294.

Farm & Ranch ALFALFA SEED, Corn Seed, Grass Seed. Direct from farmer.

Lowest prices. We deliver. Odermott Seed/ Matt, 208-355-2261 or 208-739-2317

Growing Christian

Green-Technology Company Needs Serious Candidates!Finally! Get More Financial Security For Your Family! Get Out Of Debt! Pt/Ft reps, 4-7K/mo potential. mnkpartners1@gmail.com

Summer isn’t here yet, but it’s getting close. And for many people, the arrival of summer means it’s time for swimming at the local pool or lake. If you’re just a casual swimmer, you probably don’t have to adjust your diet before jumping in. But that’s not the case with competitive swimmers, who must constantly watch what they eat and drink, particularly in the days and hours preceding their races. While you may not ever have to concern yourself with your 400-meter individual medley “splits,” you can learn a lot from swimmers’ consumption patterns — particularly if you’re an investor.

For starters, to sustain energy and stamina for a relatively long period of time, competitive swimmers need to eat easy-to-digest carbohydrates such as whole wheat, whole grains, apples and bananas.

When you invest, you want to build a portfolio that is capable of “going the distance.” Consequently, you need investments that provide carbohydrate-type benefits — in other words, investments with the potential to fuel a long-term investment strategy. Such a strategy usually involves owning a mix of high-quality stocks, bonds, government securities and certificates of deposit (CDs). By owning these vehicles, in proportions appropriate for your risk tolerance and time horizon, you can help yourself make progress toward your financial goals — and lessen the risk of running out of energy “mid-stream.”

Cindy Rose

Of course, competitive swimmers have to be diligent not just in what they do eat but also in what they don’t. That’s why they avoid sweets, such as sodas and desserts, when it’s close to race time. These items do not provide lasting energy — in fact, they actually sap energy once the sugar wears off. As an investor, you, too, need to avoid the temptation of “sweets” in the form of high-yield or “hot” investment vehicles. You may find some of these investments to be alluring, but you will need to carefully weigh the extra risks involved. For many people, these types of investments may not provide the long-term stability needed to help maintain a healthy, productive investment portfolio.

CASTLE ROCK

NEW & USED SPORTING EQUIPMENT Baseball • Hockey • Lacrosse • Soccer • Softball Golf Equipment • Exercise Equipment M-F 10:30a - 7:30p Saturday 9a - 6p Sunday 11a - 4p

720-479-8245 4760 Castleton Way - Castle Rock - 80109

While what swimmers eat, or don’t eat, is important to them, their drinking habits are also crucial. The competitive environment — warm pool water, warm air temperatures and high humidity — can quickly lead to dehydration, so swimmers need to drink sizable amounts of water and sports drinks before and during practice. And you, as an investor, need your own type of liquidity, for at least two reasons. First, you need enough cash or cash equivalents to take advantage of new investment opportunities as they arise; without the ability to add new investments, your portfolio could start to “dehydrate.” Second, you need enough liquid investments — specifically, low-risk vehicles that offer preservation of principal — to create an emergency fund, ideally containing six to 12 months’ worth of living expenses. Without such a fund, you may be forced to dip into long-term investments to pay for unexpected costs, such as a major car repair, a new furnace or a large bill from the dentist.

So the next time you see competitive swimmers churning through their lanes, give a thought as to the type of diet that is helping propel them along — and think of the similarities to the type of “fueling” you’ll need to keep your investment strategy moving forward.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Cindy Rose, Financial Advisor 2195 N Highway 83 #23 - Franktown, CO 80116 303.688-2127 Member SIPC

10 Church & Community

For Advertising Call Tim (303)994-9683

Debt Collection Basics for the Small Business Part Two: Navigating the Legal Maze of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) was enacted to protect consumers from harassment by debt collectors. The FDCPA applies only to consumer debts.

A consumer debt is any obligation to pay money for a transaction that was primarily for personal, family, or household purposes. Business debts are not covered under the law. The FDCPA also does not apply to original creditors or lenders collecting their own debts. There is an exception.

If an original creditor uses an assumed name or pretends to be a debt collector to collect their own debt, they have to comply with the FDCPA. The FDCPA contains some fairly complicated rules governing collection of consumer debt.

A debt collector cannot threaten to take any action that is illegal or which the collector does not actually intend to take. A debt collector cannot attempt to collect any amount not authorized by agreement or not otherwise allowed under the law. The FDCPA also limits communications that a debt collector may have regarding the debt. This article is a brief overview of the provisions of the FDCPA. The law is complex and there may be specific sections that apply to your business. Please consult with your attorney before attempting to contact customers for collection purposes. For more information about the FDCPA please attend our free collections seminar on April 24, 2013 at 5:30 pm. Seating is limited so please RSVP to rsvp@fourthstreetlaw.com.

Debt collection is an important aspect of business law.

Businesses that are not paid for their products or services are not in business for very long. That’s why it’s important to have a legal resource for persuading customers to pay their bills. At Fourth Street Law, LLC, we provide these services to many types of businesses. Whatever business you are in, we welcome your inquiries about collecting what is due to you.

How can we help?

For more information, please call (303) 388-2787 or e-mail Stephen@ fourthstreetlaw.com.

Please see our ad on page 2 of Tidbits

Tidbits® of Douglas & Elbert Counties

new beginning

Community Church 10550 S. Progress Way, Suite 100 Parker, CO 80134-4029

Looking for a New Beginning?

YOU ARE WELCOME TO JOIN US A Friendly Place to Worship Sunday School for all ages 9:00AM Coffee and Fellowship 10:00AM Praise and Worship 10:30AM Wed Eve Youth Group 7:00PM Small Groups Meeting throughout the Week AWANA for the Children during school year E-mail: office@nbccparker.com – Phone: [303] 495-2949 – Web Site: nbccparker.com

Are you on a Spiritual Path?

LET’S JOURNEY TOGETHER

Center for Spiritual Living of Castle Rock Sunday 10 a.m.

Location: Castle Rock Recreation Center 2301 Woodlands Blvd Castle Rock CO 80104

720-851-0265

www.OurCenterforSpiritualLiving.org

Pinecrest Community Church is a fellowship of Christ-followers actively demonstrating our love for God by caring and loving one another and serving the communities we live and work in.

Do we always get it right? Nope. We freely admit that we're imperfect.

We're all different, with different stories and different life struggles, but we come together as one fellowship under the grace and cross of Jesus Christ.

We invite you to take this spiritual journey with us in a casual atmosphere of fellowship, worship, and relevant Biblical teaching.

Answers on page 5

10431 Park Glenn Way - Parker S. Parker Road & Plaza Drive

303.840.2800

GOT PRAYERS? WRITE THEM DOWN AND SEND THEM WITH YOUR ONE DOLLAR GIFT TO

PRAYERS INC. PO BOX 260182 LAKEWOOD CO 80226 WE WANT TO PRAY WITH YOU WWW.PRAYERS-INC.COM

Moments in Time

For Advertising Call Tim (303)994-9683

Tidbits® of Douglas & Elbert Counties 11

All your protection under one roof.

Timothy G Brown, Agent

734 Wilcox Street #100 Castle Rock, CO 80104 (720) 733-2584 www.timothybrownagency.com

American Family Mutual Insurance Company and its Subsidiaries American Family Insurance Company Home Office — Madison, WI 53783 amfam.com © 2009 07497 — Rev. 2/09

DAZZLING DAIZIES FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED SINCE 1990 BONDED AND INSURED DEPENDABLE - EXPERIENCED - W/REFERENCES WEEKLY - BIWKLY - MONTHLY

JODI 303-910-6532

PARTS

OnSpot Chains Tire Services A/C Service D-Brakes 4X4 Service

CARE

&

SERVICE

Paint & Body Services Full Detail Service Scheduled Maintenance Graphics & Lettering Hydraulic Repairs

Front End Alignments Braun & Ricon Lift Services Ski/Bike Rack Fabrication 30K Pound Vehicle Lift

Ask about our Davey Care Extended Warranty Service Plan

7166 Reynolds Drive Sedalia, CO 80135 Phone: 303.683.9500

WWW.DAVEYCOACH.COM RTS !

A P F O s 1000’ ABLE ONLINE AVA I L

Repair

Maintenance

t "$ )FBUJOH 4ZTUFNT t "MJHONFOUT t 8IFFMDIBJS -JGU 1BSUT t "VUPNBUJD 4OPX $IBJOT t 4FBUT t #PEZ 1BSUT t -JHIUT t $JSDVJU #PBSET t 4XJUDIFT BOE .PUPST t "VEJP 7JEFP &RVJQNFOU

PARTS

&

SERVICE

Safety

Performance

800-873-1856 parts&service@DaveyCoach.com

¥ On May 16, 1717, French writer Francois-Marie Arouet, better known as Voltaire, is imprisoned in the Bastille. His satirical attack on politics and religion had infuriated the government, and Voltaire was arrested. Several times in his life, Voltaire was forced to flee one step ahead of arrest. ¥ On May 18, 1861, the Humboldt Times newspaper casts first lady Mary Todd Lincoln in an unflattering light when it recounts a tale of how Mrs. Lincoln had usurped her husband’s presidential duty of appointing federal offices. According to the report, Mary Todd Lincoln took it upon herself to appoint a stranger to any office he desired. ¥ On May 14, 1916, a lead article in the Times of London proclaims that an insufficiency of munitions is leading to defeat for Britain on the battlefields of World War I. The article prompted the creation of a Ministry of Munitions. ¥ On May 15, 1942, gasoline rationing begins in 17 Eastern states as an attempt to help the American war effort during World War II. By the end of the year, President Franklin D. Roosevelt had ensured that mandatory gasoline rationing was in effect in all 50 states. ¥ On May 17, 1954, the U.S. Supreme Court hands down a unanimous decision in Brown v.

Board of Education of Topeka, ruling that racial segregation in public education is unconstitutional. The decision dealt with Linda Brown, a young black girl who had been denied admission to her local elementary school. ¥ On May 19, 1967, one of the first major treaties designed to limit the spread of nuclear weapons goes into effect as the Soviet Union ratifies an agreement banning nuclear weapons from outer space. The United States, Great Britain and several dozen other nations had already signed and/or ratified the treaty. ¥ On May 13, 1981, Pope John Paul II is shot and wounded at St. Peter’s Square in Rome by Turkish terrorist Mehmet Ali Agca. Agca claimed that he had planned to go to England to kill the king, but it turned out there was only a queen and “Turks don’t shoot women.” (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.

For Advertising Call Tim (303)994-9683 Laugh Lines

Tidbits® of Douglas & Elbert Counties 12

Laugh Lines!

Just because someone doesn't love you the way you want them to, doesn't mean they don't love you with all they have.

Chapter 7 or 13

Bankruptcy

Ralph and Edna were both patients in a mental hospital. One day while they were walking past the hospital swimming pool , Ralph suddenly Jumped into the deep end.

(303) 525-9531 www.coloradobklawyer.com email: nomoredebt@qwest.net

He sank to the bottom of the pool and stayed there.

Edna promptly jumped in to save him. She swam ...to the bottom and pulled him out. When the Nursing Director became aware of Edna's heroic act, she immediately ordered her to be discharged from the hospital, as she now considered her to be mentally stable.

When she went to tell Edna the news, she said, 'Edna, I have good news and bad news. The good news is you're being discharged, since you were able to rationally respond to a crisis by jumping in and saving the life of the person you love... I have concluded that your act displays sound mindedness.

The bad news is, Ralph hung himself in the bathroom with his bathrobe belt right after you saved him. I am so sorry, but he's dead.'

Edna replied, 'He didn't hang himself, I put him there to dry..

How soon can I go home??'

HILL LAW OFFICE, P.C. Lawrence R. Hill, Attorney at Law

1901 W. Littleton Blvd. | Littleton, CO 80120

26 years experience | affordable | fast | personal service We are a debt relief agency. We help people file bankruptcy under the Bankruptcy Code.

It’s All About Service & Horsepower, Pal!

Complete Service Brakes Transmission Suspension Gas Engines Differential 6.0 Ford

FREE Diagnostics with Repair!

DIESEL Emissions Test Only $40 No Appointment Needed Mon-Fri 8-5 Sat 8 - 12

DieselRepairParker.com

E. Pine Lane 303.841.6527 6250 Parker, CO 80138

LAW STUDENT vs PSYCHOLOGY STUDENT

German car repair focusing on Volkswagen and Audi

A guy was looking for a place to sit in a crowded library.

• 18 Month/18,000 mile warranty • Tint, Clear Bra installation • Performance upgrades • OEM Parts

He asked a girl in the University Library: "Do you mind if I sit beside you?”

The girl replied with a loud voice: r Parke Rd

After a couple of minutes, the girl walked quietly to the guy's table and said with a laugh: "I’m a psychology student and I know how men think.

You felt really embarrassed, didn’t you?”

Way Progress

All the students in the library started staring at the guy; he was truly embarrassed and moved to another table.

Dransfeldt Rd

Lincoln Ave

"NO, I DON'T WANT TO SPEND THE NIGHT WITH YOU!"

Plaza Dr

out k c e LY e ch Com ker’s ON !

Par rewery B

The guy then responded with a loud voice: “$500 FOR ONE NIGHT? . . . THAT'S TOO MUCH!” All the people in the library looked at the girl in shock.

The guy whispered in her ear: "I’m a law student. They teach us how to screw people”.

PARKER · COLORADO

18921 Plaza Drive, Unit 104, Parker, CO 80134 www.elkmountainbrewing.com • 303-805-BREW (2739) facebook.com/elkmountainbrewing

303-840-7664

10315SSProgress ProgressWay, Way,Unit Unit22 10315 Parker,CO CO80134 80134 Parker,