Longmont Magazine Spring 2016

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Library Special Event.................................8

10 ways to Beat the Winter Blues ....... 46

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BOOK SHELF

CURB APPEAL: How to increase your home’s selling price............................... 16

Area Book Clubs and Events ................ 10

Getting an early start on spring ................................... 19

HOME SWEET HOME: The Best Upgrades To Get It Sold....................................... 22 LIVING LONGMONT! ..... 28 LONGMONT’S BUSTLING BUSINESS GROWTH: 2016 Developments Shaping the City............................ 34

ENTERTAINMENT FITNESS

TURNTABLE

Slacklining in Longmont........................ 52

HOME & GARDEN

STEAM Fest 2016..................................... 56

BUSINESS

Making the best of your situation ........ 60

Local Music Scene................................... 12

FAMILY

Quilt Show And Sale .............................. 14

RELATIONSHIPS

Achieving Financial Fitness in 2016....................................................... 38 4 Dangerous Tax Mistakes...................41

HEALTH

Face spring with renewed skin ............ 62

RECREATION

FOOD

Bird In the Hand: Longmont gets a chicken joint ......................................... 42

Golf Courses and City Parks ................. 68

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editor’s note

Living it up in Longmont Colorado is hot. While that may not be true of the weather this time of year, it’s definitely true of the real estate market, especially on the Front Range.

It’s no big surprise. We know why people want to live here. We have great weather (most of the time), great food and shopping, not to mention the most beautiful of outdoor options within very small distances of metropolitan areas giving us the best of two worlds. It really is quite amazing and unique so why wouldn’t people want to live here. Fortunately, that makes it an excellent time to sell, if you are so inclined.

Whether you are in the buyers or sellers market, or just know someone who is, we have a few helpful tips and bits of information that might help your decision making. Upgrades with a sellers eye, creating curb appeal and the state of the local market will all be contributing factors.

Business is popping up in and around Longmont like daffodils in spring. Vibrant businesses meant to draw more tourism to the area, improve the lives of residents and make it easier to enjoy our community. Much of that new business will be under construction for at least a year or two to come, but in the meantime, there’s plenty to do and try right here already. Even if the winter has you down, check out 10 Ways to Beat the Winter Blues. It’s a collection of ten (plus a few) things that are sure to get you out of the house, lift your spirits and stimulate your sense of adventure until spring has sprung and warmer weather tempts us out of doors.

— Misty Kaiser

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In his lecture, Dr. Feinhandler will explore the historical and ongoing tensions

between Russia and the West. For many outside observers, the current tension between Russia and the West stems from the conflict over Ukraine. Ukraine gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991; since then, it has been plagued with corrupt governance as well as energy dependence on Russia.

As both the European Union (EU) and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) have expanded from Western Europe toward Russia, some in Ukraine see an opportunity to reduce corruption and break old ties with Russia, while Russia has significant interest in seeing Ukraine remain a satellite-state.

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book clubs and events The Longmont Book Club There are three groups of the Longmont Book Club. All book clubs meet at 10:15 a.m. at Barbed Wire Books, 504 Main St. in Longmont.

First Editions Meets every first Saturday of the month.

March 5 - “Don’t Let’s Go to the Dog’s Tonight”

by Alexandra Fuller April 2 - “The Pickup” by Nadine Gardiner For more information visit meetup.com/ firsteditionsfirstsaturdaymeetup.

winner about the importance of music in the lives of students.

Learn more at the official “Carry the Tune” website or watch the trailer here: http://longmontcolorado.gov/ departments/departments-e-m/library/programs-events-andclasses#carrythetune 6:30- 7 p.m.: Arrive early for a special surprise 7 - 8:30 p.m.: Screening and discussion with Paul Trapkus, Filmmaker, Fiddlestick Productions, and Orchestra Director at Silver Creek High School This is a family event, but is probably best suited for high school students and older.

Third Rocks!

Meets every third Saturday of the month.

March 19 “The Painter” by Peter Heller April 16 - “Under The Banner of Heaven” by Jon Krakauer For more information visit meetup.com/longmont-bookclub.

Seating is limited so registration is required. Register online or by calling 303. 651.8472.

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Behind the Lines with author Jeffery B. Miller

Fourth Edition Meets every fourth Saturday of the month.

“The Brothers Karamazov” by Fyodor Dostoevsky February 27 - Part 1 March 26 - Part 2 April 23 - Part 3 For more information visit meetup.com/ longmont-fourtheditionsaturdaymeetup.

The Library hosts Jeffery B. Miller for the little-known story of German occupation, Belgian resistance, and the band of Yanks who saved millions from starvation in the early days of World War I. Registration is required and opens on March 17.

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March 14 - “The Forgotten Garden”, by Kate Morton April 11 - “11/22/63,” by Stephen King May 9 - “The Storied Life of A. J. Fikry,” by Gabrielle Zevin For more information on LPL Book Discussion Groups please visit longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-e-m/ library/books-and-reading/book-discussion-groups THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 7 -8:30 P.M. “Carry the Tune” - See a locally-produced, award-winning documentary at the Longmont Library.

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The Godric’s Hollow Group - A Harry Potter Discussion Society, is meeting the first and third Monday of every month.

Game of Thrones Book Group- If you love reading the series or are even just passionate about the TV series, this is the place for you. First and third Wednesdays of every month 6-7:30 p.m.

6 week Writers’ Intensive For writers of all ages and experience levels. Instructor, Ted Ringer, has 25 years of experience as an author and teacher.

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A LITTLE BLUE

50 SHADES OF BLUE

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Rhythm and Blues man Jack Hadley makes a stop in Longmont dropping some of his 60s-style guitar riffs that will have the audience up and dancing.

Hadley’s sound is a little Delta, a little Motown and a little St. Louis all melded together into a single bluesy delivery. He keeps it traditional and recognizable, even while displaying his formidable skill on his worn blue guitar.

Hadley has honed those skills for decades, playing with other Denver bands, such as Otis Taylor, before producing his own material.

It’s a good time for it since the 60s revival style popped up years ago and hasn’t really gone anywhere since. From Amy Winehouse to St. Paul and the Broken Bones, it’s the new old-timey, drawing in not only the original audience, but a whole new generation of listeners hungry for music they can really dance to. Hadley fits right in. It’s the type of music that can conjure up old memories and make you feel like making a few more.

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Why go grey when you can go blue? This blues duo actually needs all those shades to get to the heart of their blues. It’s old school, back porch hooch, snake in the grass, B-L-U-E. Maybe it was my stint in the south, but I love the steel guitar and clearly so does 50 Shades of Blue’s Jim “Doc” Seely. He makes those strings sing. Put it together with Christine Webb’s deep vocals and they produce a true Delta sound that gets lost in most contemporary blues bands. They have that kind of worn in comfort that bands only achieve after playing together for a long tim, which they have, with another Colorado band— Papa Juke. Also very good, but this strips them away from the band and puts them in their own territory allowing their individual talents to shine in different ways than they do with the full band.

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There’s a doo-wop style harmony and call and repeat, that’s all his own voice delivered through electronically layered vocals which gives it a distinctly modern twist. By itself, that would just be a unique feature, but song to song, it makes the album stutter. There’s no commitment to the vintage sound, it bounces around between that and contemporary R & B and rock. He’s good at both without a doubt, but stylistically it breaks up the cohesiveness of the album and often that doesn’t translate well live.

It doesn’t matter too much, because it is just so good to hear someone that digs into soul like he does, but I’m interested in seeing it stripped down in a live setting. Luckily, I won’t have to wait long. Son Little will be playing eTown in Boulder on March 23 which seems like the perfect venue for it.

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Interfaith Quilters Of Longmont present 30th Annual Quilt Show and Sale

By Jackie Lindon, Interfaith Quilters of Longmont Interfaith Quilters of Longmont is hosting their 30th Annual Quilt Show and Sale, March 4 -5 at First Lutheran Church, 803 3rd Avenue in Longmont.

The preview will be open Friday, March 4 from 5-8 p.m. (no sales). The $5 admission includes a return visit for Saturday’s sale. The sale will be held from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. with admission of $1 for those who do not attend the preview.

There will be over 600 items to choose from at very reasonable prices.

View and purchase pillows, table toppers, baby quilts, kids quilts, teen themes, holiday, wall hangings, as well as twin, queen and king bed sized quilts. The variety of colors and materials is wonderful.

Proceeds from these sales will benefit OUR (Outreach United Resource) Center and Safe Shelter of the Saint Vrain Valley.

What a great opportunity to support the needs of the community and to find beautiful items for gifts or for yourself.

30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION To celebrate this event the show will feature Civil War Era inspired ‘Dear Jane’ quilts. In 1863, Jane Stickle finished the infamous sampler quilt that includes 225 different patterned blocks featuring varied and elaborate geometric designs in colorful fabrics. Several variations of this quilt that have been sewn since and local quilters have made their own version to be on display both days. ‘Dear Jane’ quilts are very labor intensive with intricate designs

and quilting that are years in the making.

ABOUT INTERFAITH QUILTERS Interfaith Quilters serve the community all year by donating items to Safe Shelter of the Saint Vrain Valley, Quilts of Valor, Mountain States Children’s Home and others in the community. The group is composed of about 150 volunteers with various degrees of experience. It is a great place to learn to quilt or to just get inspiration for that quilt you have been meaning to sew. They gather most Mondays from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church.

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Budget Home Supply 780 Boston Ave., Longmont (303) 678-8800 Budget Home Supply has been a trusted name for home and building supplies and a valued Longmont business for over 30 years.

Business began as Budget Home Center back in 1984, but just last year, on their 30th anniversary, they went through a rebranding and remodel to make the store more convenient for large professional jobs. What does that mean for the average weekend warrior? An assurance that they are fully stocked with materials for any job they need to accomplish.

“The flood really hit us hard but it also jump started the remodel and redesign of the store. We had water in the store and even more in the lumberyard. We needed new floors, roof, parking lot, displays, signage and outdoor lumber yard. Since that remodel and new branding, business is better than ever,” says Vernetta Angelo, marketing manager.

Though the name may be different the dedication to providing only the best for their customers and their community is still the same.

Caring about their customers doesn’t stop at closing time. “We have worked with hundreds of boy scouts and eagle scouts, helping them with their projects over the years. That includes donating the materials needed... and answering questions on how to construct their project. Our wall in our break room is absolutely covered with thank you cards and pictures of their final products,” Angelo says.

They also work with Habitat for Humanity allowing them a place to purchase supplies at cost. The OUR Center sees a portion of proceeds on special event days, they support local

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CURB APPEAL:

How to increase your home’s selling price

Well trimmed plants and a maintained exterior represent your home in its best light.

By Emma Castleberry, Longmont Magazine Curb appeal is just what it sounds like: a measure of how appealing a home looks from the curb when potential buyers first see it. And in real estate, as in life, you only get one first impression.

Sara Garden, Owner of Rocky Mountain Home Staging, emphasizes the importance of this first impression, especially in the age of online shopping for homes. The listing photo is the first thing a buyer sees and that photo can make or break a sale.

“It’s really important because most buyers look at hundreds of houses online and they only pick about a dozen to visit before they make an offer,” says Garden.

“How someone perceives your home in that first impression is really critical.”

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You always have to start with maintenance.

Buyers are instantly discounting a place in their mind when they see tall weeds, dead lawns or overgrown shrubbery.

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— Pat Kahler, Broker Associate, ReMax Alliance

Pat Kahler, a Broker Associate with ReMax Alliance, explains that a home with a less appealing exterior will concern potential buyers.

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come into the property,” says Kahler. “It also helps the buyer recognize the overall condition of the home. If the exterior or yard needs work, it allows the buyer to think that there might be other things going on the inside.”

Both Garden and Kahler recommend taking photos of your home as a first step to assessing its curb appeal.

Things that can be improved are more likely to stand out to the homeowner in a photograph, says Kahler.

“A really great start is to take a few pictures of the home on all sides to evaluate it,” she says. “When you look at something everyday, you don’t see things, but in a picture, your eye might focus on something that isn’t right.”

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Make the front porch a place where buyers can envision themselves with comfy chairs and a table.

and siding aren’t damaged. Kahler says it’s small changes like this that can dramatically increase your home’s chances of making a good first impression.

“It’s the little things,” Kahler says. “Put the trash cans away. Put the snow shovel or rake away. Make sure the gate is closed.”

These small details are important as final touches, but before that comes a chore that might not excite the salesperson in you: cleaning. Getting your home and yard looking tidy is the key to curb appeal, says Garden.

“It’s not sexy, but it’s maintenance,” she says. “You always have to start with maintenance. Buyers are instantly discounting a place in their mind when they see tall weeds, dead lawns or overgrown shrubbery.”

This means a lot of less-than-thrilling tasks: clean the flower beds, clean underneath shrubs, add fresh mulch to the garden and clean between the pickets of the fence, if the home has one.

Steve Ward, Owner of SJ Ward Landscapes, agrees that the first step to achieving curb appeal is clean up, paying special attention to any overgrown plant features in the yard.

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recommends a dynamic combination of “hardscape” and “softscape.” A hardscape is some sort of rock feature: boulders, a meandering sidewalk, a front patio or porch area. A softscape is grass, flowers and other greenery.

“It’s always key to have something green in the front,” Ward says.

“One of the most important things from the design aspect would be an integration of the hardscape and softscape - not too much of one and not too much of the other.”

Ward also recommends including boulders and other rounded features when landscaping.

“Try to take it off the flat, linear approach and get a nice design element to it,” Ward says. “Get a lot of different contours involved in your yard.”

There are a number of ways to improve a home’s curb appeal outside of landscaping, but in her career as a home stager, Garden has seen many people overdo the decor.

“Less is more,” Garden says.

“Fewer, bigger pieces are the key to success when selling.”

Garden says to avoid small decorations, like weather vanes or wind catchers, as these usually just make the home appear cluttered. Opt instead for a couple of upsized, dramatic pieces.

This technique also applies to exterior lighting, which Garden cites as a very important part of a home’s curb appeal.

“When it comes to updating the light fixtures, you want to do about two or three times bigger than what most people do,” Garden says. “It gives you a wow factor.”

Garden says that another reliable technique for giving a home excellent curb appeal is to present buyers with a place they can envision themselves, like a pair of chairs and a side table.

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A mixture of living elements and hardscaping such as boulders and walkways creates dynamic interest and makes the front yard more visually appealing.

(Photos courtesy of Ward Landscape.)

tion,” Garden says. “The buyer is thinking about sitting out there. That’s where you want to take them to get the very best sales price.”

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tips can give you excellent curb appeal for both the listing photo and showings, meaning your home sells for the best price possible.

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Getting an early start on spring (BPT) - As soon as the first morning frost appears and the first snowflakes start to pile up, many begin looking forward to spring. Images of green leaves, red and orange blossoms, fresh vegetables and herbs help keep the cold winter days manageable as you wait for the ground to thaw so you can start planting. A good green thumb knows early starts in the garden or yard ensure lush, healthy plants, especially if you’re planting trees.

Many people do not realize that they shouldn’t wait for summer.Young trees do best when they are put into the ground in spring and have ample time to establish themselves in the soil before either extremes of heat of cold hit.

Therefore, if part of your winter landscaping daydreams include planting trees, it’s important to know you’ll need to be ready to plant early. Winter is an opportunity to begin planning.

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Few things can be so practical and as beautiful as a tree.

It’s no wonder that with the rising popularity of the do-ityourself lifestyle, more people are deciding to plant trees in their yard. Here are five simple reasons why: 1. A mature tree can add up to $10,000 to your property value.

2. Trees can reduce energy costs by providing shade to a house in the summer.

3. Trees naturally offset carbon emissions.

4. Because many change from season to season, trees add a variety of different colors to your yard and allow for a range of creative choices and combinations.

5. Trees help make memories. Watching a tree grow in your yard from year to year builds a connection between you, your family, your home and the memories you make there.

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Home Sweet Home: The Best Upgrades To Get It Sold

By Darren Thornberry, Longmont Magazine

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Springtime in Colorado … ahhh, new life springing up all over the great outdoors, snow disappearing from your favorite biking and hiking trails, and homeowners clearing the cobwebs from the corners and getting ready to sell. June is peak season for buying a home in many areas: flowers are in bloom, weather is warm, days are longer, and buyers want to settle into a new home before the school year begins. The couple of months before June often find sellers in a panic as they rush to tackle long overdue home improvements. Anyone who’s been in this position knows it can get really pricey, really quickly.

Knowing what home upgrades will see the best return on investment may be especially useful to local sellers, especially as the Front Range housing market continues to sizzle. In this article, we’ve turned to two local experts to help make sense of it.

The Realtor

Longtime Longmont realtor Barb Bashor (barbbashor.com) graciously took time from her busy schedule to answer our questions. She has many years of experience assisting both sellers and buyers in knowing what to look for, what to expect, and what to improve upon to get a home sold.

LM: What should sellers focus on that’s best for the money and most likely to lead to a sale?

Kitchen and bathroom upgrades typically yeild the largest return on investment.

BB: Truly the best thing they can do is make sure that their home conveys that’s it’s been loved and well cared for, inside and out.

Immaculate, move-in condition. Buyers will overlook a lot of things, but if they’re already forming a to-do list in their minds, a forthcoming offer is unlikely.

LM: What are some common mistakes a homeowner makes as they get ready to sell?

BB: Thinking they know what buyers want.

I’m surprised at what some sellers do to prepare their home for sale -- before our meeting. Telling them that the time, money and energy they’ve expended doesn’t really matter to buyers is tough, and worse yet is telling them they really should “undo” it.

Walking through their home together prior to doing anything beyond making it sparkle is imperative. We work with buyers every day, so we know what they typically like and look for and are willing to pay for.

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LM: What advice might you have for the homeowner who is getting ready to sell but wants to “sweeten the deal” with some upgrades around the house?

BB: As any agent would undoubtedly advise, put money into your kitchen first, then bathrooms. That’s where you’ll get your greatest return on investment.

People also love outdoor space they can relax and unwind in. Chairs around a fire pit are relatively inexpensive and give buyers that warm homey feeling.

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More importantly, as the owner of Stonum Automotive, he understands that you love your car. That’s why he works so hard to help you keep your car in its peak running condition. In order to do that more efficiently and comfortably for all involved, expansion was required.

No one has ever said that construction is easy, but for Stonum Automotive, it was definitely worth it. “We started with 2000 [square feet] and then 7000 in the same building. Now, we’re at 14,000,” says Stonum. Doubling the square footage of the building has allowed for a substantial increase in turnaround rate which means that you get your car back faster. Every mechanic now has two lifts to work with so that there’s no wasted time waiting while one car comes down so that another can go up.

They now handle alignments for many of the body shops in town, without anyone having to make them wait.

“The response has been overwhelmingly positive,” Stonum says. Employees and customers alike are pleased with all the extra space and ease of access.

By choosing to build a new location rather than purchasing an existing building, Stonum was able to exercise greater

control over the outcome — a shop tailor made for their needs and the convenience of the customer.

“I got to talk to guys who had already done it about what they wish they had done differently. I put a ton of thought into the design of the building. It’s super efficient,” he explains. That efficiency shows up everywhere, from the latest equipment and technology to energy usage. LED lighting and better insulation has confined the energy used to roughly the same as it was before, but in a building twice the size. And just because they work fossil fuels, doesn’t mean they don’t care about the planet. They also recycle all of their fluids, so nothing gets thrown away to contaminate the environment.

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LM: When the homeowner has identified some upgrades to make, how far ahead of a listing should they be working on them?

BB: Get it done! Then they can enjoy them too before the sale.

LM: What are some inexpensive but effective upgrades to make around the house?

BB: Pick one prominent wall in a room and paint it a contrasting color to give it some pop and personality. One of my favorites is brick red. Keep furniture and “stuff” to a minimum, especially in smaller rooms. The more visible floor space there is, the bigger the room appears.

The Home Inspector Rick Jacquemard of Flatirons Home Inspections (flatironshi.com) offers an important perspective as someone who must view each home critically in order to help protect both buyer and seller. He shares his thoughts below.

LM: What sor t of things are “automatic fails” as far as inspections go?

RJ: Things such as damaged roofing or cracked and heaving driveways and sidewalks are very obvious and automatic fails.

LM: What should homeowners look for when they’re getting their house ready to sale?

RJ: I would recommend homeowners consider getting a pre-listing inspection.

They can then decide which items to address and which ones to disclose to prospective buyers.

LM: Are there par ticular issues that you repeatedly run into when doing home inspections? Things that homeowners routinely overlook?

RJ: I routinely find areas that should, but don’t, have GFCI receptacles, such as kitchens, baths, and exteriors. Bathrooms and kitchens with poor caulking is another frequently overlooked condition.

LM: Do you have general advice for the homebuyer as they are house hunting?

RJ: I would advise buyers to negotiate a reduction in the price of the house rather than having the seller do repairs. When the buyers have repairs done themselves, they can be sure they are done to their satisfaction.

First impressions may never be as important as when trying to sell a home. Hopefully, readers now have a clearer picture of where to spend their time and money. Bedraggled landscaping, soiled carpet and weird wiring could frighten off prospective buyers whereas a fresh coat of paint, sparse furnishings, and gleaming kitchens and bathrooms might just help seal the deal!

What’s YOUR experience with getting your home ready to sell? We’d love to hear from you. Connect with us on Twitter (@LongmontMag) and on our Facebook page.

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D

o you know our hometown’s back story? Like many towns that sprung from western soil in the nineteenth century, Longmont began as an investment opportunity. In our case, the town was chartered by an enterprising group called the “Chicago-Colorado Colony.” For $120, settlers could buy a basic home plot and the right to vote. The original square mile was platted in 1871, the wagons rolled west, and Longmont was open for business Sleepy decades passed, with happy days and hard times. A proud agricultural tradition developed, then lost ground to manufacturing and technology. Change was slow to come to Longmont, but the closer it got, the faster it seemed to travel.

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tional media started noticing and handing out awards.

You can say that Longmont is still having a “moment.” And what comes next promises to be just as eventful as it was back in 1871 when the Chicago Colonists broke that first ground.

Recent headlines have reported a record-setting climb in Longmont home prices. We’ll start with a look at recent real estate sales trends at what they mean for our near future. Of course, people live in all these homes – and in great neighborhoods – all across Longmont. We’ll look at eight of these neighborhoods to see why residents consider them special.

Everyone wants to live here, it seems.

First, let’s sketch out the playing field with a few numbers. The average sales price for a single-family home in Longmont (now at just over $300,000) increased by 11 percent in 2015 over the previous year. Attached homes saw a 14 LongmontMagazine.com

percent jump for the same period.

The number of active single-family listings actually declined by 15 percent, so turnover was brisk. The average home took eight days less to go under contract than the previous year.

That’s a hot market. Too hot, says Kyle Snyder, sales manager at Land Title Guaranty in Longmont. “Six to eight percent would be more sustainable,” he says.

“When prices go up faster than wages, you begin to price people out.” When people can’t afford to live here, we start losing the community diversity that gives Longmont its “Everytown USA” appeal.

“This is all driven by lack of inventory,” Snyder explains. “We didn’t have any meaningful new construction here from 2008 to 2012. That represents thousands of homes that were not built. But people didn’t stop moving here.”

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From historic to modern and everything in between, Longmont neighborhoods showcase something for every potential buyer. even built yet), you have less than a month’s worth of real existing inventory, Snyder says.

Home inventories typically increase beginning in late March, so right now it’s a waiting game to see what happens this year. If this seasonal upwards adjustment doesn’t happen, we could be in for more spiking prices.

Besides an anemic inventory, Snyder says, buyer reluctance to make a move could also dampen the 2016 forecast. “When I talk to my clients, many say they are concerned about the rise in interest rates,” Snyder says. “But that small rise hasn’t really affected the bond markets much, so interest rates are actually still pretty low. The danger is that people may be reacting to the fear and decide to stay in their current homes. That just tightens up the inventory more.”

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Good neighborhoods, created by good neighbors

Add real people to real estate, and you get neighborhoods! Here is a short tour of eight of Longmont’s classic – and not so classic – residential areas.

CREEKSIDE

EAST SIDE AND WEST SIDE NATIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICTS

Located in the general areas around Hover Road and 95th St., Creekside’s larger lots and generous homes with basements are popular with large families.

Residents enjoy the community park, play areas and biking and walking trail that connects to the LoBo Trail (running from Longmont to Boulder). The southwest location affords easy commutes to Boulder and other communities to the south.

Longmont actually has no locally-designated historic districts. But the first steps have been taken in the form of architectural surveys to evaluate the number of properties that would qualify as “historic.” The Eastside district (between Fourth and Eight avenues, and Kimbark and Atwood streets) survey in 2001 included 120 homes. Two grants from the Colorado Historical Society have funded the survey of an additional 360 properties. The Westside district is located between Third and Fifth avenues, bounded by Terry Street on the east and Grant Street on the west. This time capsule of wood-frame and brick homes feature generous lots, mature landscaping, and plenty of owner pride.

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LOOMILLER POND AND PARK

Loomiller is located between 11th and 12th Avenues with Sumner St. on the east, Tulip St. on the west. Bungalows and multi-level homes sport mostly brick exteriors. Loomiller neighborhood’s classic residences feature traditional alleyways behind homes. Residents enjoy the central location, near Longmont United Hospital, schools and main street shopping.

PROSPECT NEW TOWN

Mill Village has been called Longmont’s “eastern gateway.”

Located where Colorado Highway 119 meets 3rd Avenue, the look here is of older classic homes in established neighborhoods. Fox Hill Country Club is nearby.

Prospect New Town received lots of attention in the mid-90’s as an early “new urbanism” style development. The intent was to create people-friendly walking neighborhoods that integrated retail and professional services together with community amenities. Prospect is certainly one of the most colorful and architecturally diverse neighborhoods in town. Homes and lots are compact. Mature tree-lined streets wind through pocket parks and picture-perfect homes with inviting front porches. Expect to see a classic Craftsman home next to a row of brownstones, across from a neon contemporary loft. The Sound Bites free outdoor concert series and food truck roundup brings residents and visitors to the neighborhood during the summer. Pat Kahler, a Prospect resident and Realtor, says, “I wanted a new home after living in a remodeled home in Old Town for 14 years. I was excited about building a town home with a main floor master suite and smaller fenced yard. I love that I created an interior that fit my needs and style in a community that has been so welcoming and fun.”

Best Thing: Sandstone Ranch Community Park.

Best Thing: Walkable neighborhoods, friendly neighbors.

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Bounded by St. Vrain Road north to E. Mountain View Ave., Alpine to Harlequin streets. Quail Crossing is an open, attractive northeast Longmont community with wide, sunny streets. The original neighborhood consisted of 381 homes built in the 1970’s.

Residents can enjoy a stroll through Stephen Day Park. Falls River Elementary and Trail Ridge Middle School are minutes away. Easy access to Highway 119 and I-25 for commuting folks.

This area is anchored by the Sunset Golf Course. Home lots are deep, and there are lots of alleyways in this desirable central neighborhood. Many homes in this older, established neighborhood offer great opportunities for remodeling or updating. Room still exists for expansion of existing homes.

Community residents enjoy the Sunset golf course and outdoor pool offer summer fun.

Best Thing: Variety of floor plans and quiet low-traffic streets.

Best Thing: Older trees, front porches, larger backyards

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Residents and visitors enjoy playing a round on the Robert Trent Jones designed Ute Creek golf course. The Spring Valley neighborhood includes 279 homes built in the late 1990’s. Newer homes are found in the Pinnacle subdivision and The Villas at Ute Creek.

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Longmont’s Bustling Business Growth: 2016 Developments Shaping the City

By Dan Powers, Longmont Magazine The commercial property landscape in Longmont will continue to evolve in 2016 as new industries (think marijuana) innovative sectors (think biotech) and niche manufacturing (think specialty foods) prompt new developments. Here’s a look at several projects on the horizon and the forces shaping the city’s future.

Advance Longmont is the name of the city’s economic development strategy including an industry analysis. Completed in 2015, it describes Longmont as uniquely positioned at the intersection of high

technology and traditional manufacturing, with deep roots in agriculture. One of the overall goals of Advance Longmont include prompting redevelopment of existing assets that can “build a unique brand identity” for the city. These assets include the St. Vrain River Corridor, former Butterball plant, sugar plant, downtown Main Street, and Boulder County Fairgrounds.

“They all individually present significant opportunities and, if redeveloped in conjunction with a new comprehensive plan, have the potential to be game changers,” according to the plan. This also includes

entrepreneurship, with the notion that “Longmont is staged to be a regional center for entrepreneurship and innovation but must begin work to capture more second stage manufacturing and other technology companies from Front Range universities.” Another goal is to “Create incubator and maker space that these businesses need while telling them about the significant local opportunities for startups.”

According to the Longmont Area Economic Council’s December 2015 Update, 14 companies have announced projects that will potentially bring over 500 new jobs to Longmont this year. Also influencing the market are these trends – the fastest growing industry in Longmont from 2008 to 2013 was Information, which grew 12 percent compared to a 19 percent decline nationally, followed

by Health Care and Social Services (10 percent growth in both Longmont and the US) and Leisure & Hospitality (8 percent

The initial layout for South Main Station being constructed on the site of the old Butterball turkey plant.

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growth vs. 6 percent nationally).

While these goals and trends are shaping the new construction of commercial space expect to see smaller non-office and some flex space being built in pockets already zoned industrial throughout town. Ed and Kathy Regel of Regel and Associates specialize in commercial properties; Ed says this is probably the lowest inventory of industrial-zoned property he’s seen in 20 years. This is at a time when the market demand is strong for growing businesses needing new space.

“With the downturn in the economy there wasn’t a lot of building going on.

Then we had a perfect storm of the regional oil and gas industry surging as well as the marijuana industry expanding very rapidly into warehouse space – and it’s hard for smaller businesses to compete with those deep pockets, yet they need smaller spaces to get started.

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“Retail space seems to have an adequate amount for the demand; it depends on the location any given retailer is looking at. There’s more space available in office and flex buildings, again depending on the location,” he says.

Another industry to watch is the robust microbrewery sector. “Out of all the Boulder County municipalities Longmont has the most land for new development as opposed to tear-down and redevelopment in most of Boulder, ” says Regel. “The costs for utilities tend to be lower, we have municipal high-speed broadband and other attributes attracting businesses too.”

Tim Conarro, with Longmont Commercial Real Estate, has been involved with the city’s business developments for over ten years.

“There’s an approximately 27 acre parcel north of the Home Depot; my understanding is that the eastern half along LongmontMagazine.com

Hover is likely to include some commercial retail, restaurants and shops. This actually will be an annexation of Boulder County land into the city.” He points out another possibility, “This could also include a hotel along Hover Road, the market demand appears strong.”

“I feel the Longmont market needs more small industrial spaces,” says Tim. “There is a lack of inventory overall for new businesses that aren’t retail.” One example: Recently the Longmont-based toy startup HyPars announced plans to build a manufacturing and distribution center just east of the city.

Another industry sector Tim sees increasing in Longmont includes food preparation and the associated preparation and packaging needs. “We’re poised for growth in the food commissary-type sector. Natural foods and similar niche food items. Commercial kitchen space is hard to find and more expensive, LONGMONT MAGAZINE 35

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especially in Boulder. Some businesspeople are looking more to Longmont for these options.”

Regionally speaking, the PeliGrande Resort and Windsor Conference Center will add a 4-Star golf resort, a 300-room resort hotel with restaurants, luxury spa, 58,500 square feet of ballroom and meeting space with the intention of drawing national-level golf tournaments and additional tourism to the northern Colorado area.

Also attempting to tap into the growing tourism market is The Stanley Film

Center in Estes Park. Plans are to include a world-class 500-seat auditorium for film premiers and festivals—particularly the Stanley Film Festival. A 13,000 square foot film discovery center and archive will exhibit crown-jewel artifacts and rare films from around the world. Interactive games, film production spaces including a sound stage and editing suites, classrooms and workshop spaces and several outdoor theater spaces for “films under the stars” will also have a spot.

With this increase in tourism, can come an increase in residents, and Long-

Fire pits tempt shoppers to enjoy the outdoor spaces while staying warm.

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mont is ready to respond.

Downtown, things are moving forward with the old Butterball plant on Main Street; the new South Main Station plans call for over 300 multi-family units in five buildings with 8,000 square feet of retail space.

“Additional acreage in the vicinity will likely lead to more commercial and mixed use development there too,” says Tim. The entire south end of downtown will be revitalized with the transformation of the factory-like structure that dates back to the 1950s.

Perhaps the most obvious development project is the complete remaking of the former Twin Peaks Mall space bordered by Hover Road and Ken Pratt Boulevard, Village at the Peaks. According to the developer NewMark Merrill this $85M project includes Regal Cinemas, Whole Foods, plus popular warehouse retailer, Sam’s Club. The biggest change consumers will notice in the redevelopment is that these retailers surround an entire village of amenities that include fountains with out door seating, open park space and play area for gathering and games, an amphitheater that will host music and community events, and large fire pits for lounging long into the Spring 2016

Visitors toss a ball on the playing field at the Village at the Peaks.

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evening hours all year long. The idea was to make Village at the Peaks more of a reflection of the Longmont lifestyle for old and new residents alike.

These are just a few of the projects you’ll see growing in and around Longmont this year; savvy investors and local market conditions will continue to prompt invigorating new business development. More than simply new buildings, keep an eye on the new services and products that Longmont continues to attract, and the smart people that choose to grow their businesses here!

Find information on Advance Longmont at envisionlongmont.com under ‘Documents.’

Follow development projects on the city’s website longmontcolorado.gov under Planning and Development Services.

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By Judy Finman, Longmont Magazine

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hether you’re starting your career or winding down into retirement, a likely goal is achieving peace of mind about your financial status.

Common strategies are creating a plan, getting rid of debt, and insuring against possible disastrous events. Following are some actions that professional financial advisors prescribe for their clients:

KNOW WHERE YOU STAND Bill Stone, CFP®, AAMS ®, is a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones in Longmont. His top to-dos for financial fitness are straightforward. “First, know

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where you are financially in relation to cash flow, net worth, and your entire financial situation. In other words, do a self-assessment; if you are not able to do that, that’s where a financial advisor can help you.”

He points out that you need to know what is your goal and what is your problem, “so we can make a reasonable and achievable plan to meet your goal and solve the problem. You need to be honest with yourself. If it’s not attainable, you might have to change a job if the one you’re in doesn’t pay enough, or if your investments won’t help – like if you’re investing in CDs that only pay half a percent and you need to make 5

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percent.

“Or, if you are near retirement and are house rich and cash poor, you may have to downsize to a smaller house, or maybe it’s time to move from a high-cost community to a lower-cost community.

For example, if you are living in Boulder or Denver and are retiring and don’t have the income to stay, move to a less costly area where your assets can take care of you.”

Stone stresses the importance of certain kinds of insurance. “Make sure you’re insured for risks you may have, like long-term care, and life insurance. If you are still employed, you should have disability insurance. And there’s the risk

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of living too long. You have to approach each risk separately – not everybody needs long-term care and life insurance or disability. But some people do need it. Your responsibility is to assess each risk; if you have the risk, are you willing to pay and let the insurance company carry the risk? If you don’t pay and are responsible if something happens, you will be spending your assets out of your own pocket.”

He adds, “Make sure that you don’t ignore Social Security and Medicare government programs and how they interact with us. They are also part of your financial life.”

If you do make changes, he says, you need a system to review your progress. “And how do you want this to play out after you die?” he asks. “Do you have estate planning? If not, tell your kids! Or, if you want to give it all

to charity, is your will set up for that?

So what’s your plan? You can always update it.”

For people who are struggling financially, Stone says, “Realize there are legal tools to help you – such as bankruptcy – or go directly to the creditor. Deal with it sooner rather than later. This is true for everything in the financial realm.”

He cautions, “Rely on financial professionals for advising insight. Like your health, you should see a licensed professional as you would see a doctor.”

SAVE, AND SAVE SOME MORE Justin Apt, Managing Principal with Private Capital Management, a subsidiary of Guaranty Bank, advises clients, “Create a financial safety net. Have three to six months of income in a savings account … you never know when

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something unexpected might happen, and this may prevent you from having to disrupt your long-term investments.

“Save early, and save often. It’s never too early, or too late, to start saving. Start by taking advantage of your employer sponsored plans such as a 401(k) or 403(b). If those are not available, check to see if you qualify to make

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a contribution to a Roth IRA or Contributory IRA. “If your employer offers to match part of your retirement plan contributions, take advantage of that benefit. It’s essentially free money. At a minimum, you should try to contribute enough to receive the full matching benefit.”

He cautions, “Don’t underestimate the importance of life insurance should something happen to you or someone that you depend on financially. Start by looking at term life insurance, which is usually fairly straightforward and often inexpensive. A good insurance agent can help you assess the right coverage amounts.

“If you are married and/or have children, make sure you have an estate plan in place. If not, your assets will follow the government’s rules, which may not be what you want, or what’s best for your family. An estate plan usually consists of a Last Will and Testament, Durable Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy and Living Will. This is money well spent and should give you peace of mind that your affairs will be handled the way that you wanted.”

For people who are struggling financially, Apt advises, “Start by taking a look at your monthly expenses and cutting out unnecessary items. Then, begin reducing debt by at least making all of your minimum debt payments. Use any extra money to pay down the debt that carries the highest interest rate first. If possible, don’t stop saving. If your employer offers to match some portion of your contribution to a retirement account like a 401(k) or 403(b), try not to give up that match; it’s basically free money that you will need later.”

About investing he says, “Every investor should start by identifying appropriate asset allocation. In its simplest form, asset allocation is diversification and primarily a determination of what percentage of your portfolio should be 40 LONGMONT MAGAZINE

in stocks and what percentage in bonds.

As such, asset allocation will likely be the largest determinant of risk and return in an investment portfolio. It also provides a framework to rebalance the portfolio when the markets change over time.

Diversification is paramount to protecting wealth and growing it responsibly. Don’t be afraid to seek professional help from a financial advisor and learn what they can do for you.”

EARLY PLANNING IS KEY Frank Oliver is the president and founder of Oliver Financial Group, a boutique firm providing customized plans for retirement that include income planning, tax planning, asset protection and legacy planning.

“We specialize in helping retirees and those transitioning into retirement reduce tax burdens and increase income.

It’s our mission to make sure you enjoy your hard-earned retirement using strategies that fit your specific needs.”

They host a series of educational workshops and offer a complimentary consultation. Their website is informative, featuring articles about many aspects of financial planning, such as “4 Money Moves for a Happier Retirement,” and “Life Insurance at an Early Age.” According to Oliver, the five most important to-dos that every person should be aware of are debt elimination, avoiding high interest rates, contributing to your retirement accounts, purchasing a home, and seeking professional advice.

He advises younger people to start investing early to take advantage of compounding interest. “There is nothing more powerful than starting early. Don’t buy a new car, but a home instead.”

He says that retirees need to focus on safe income planning to ensure they have sufficient income to satisfy their living needs. In addition, they should watch out for taxes and how they draw from their retirement accounts. “Last but LongmontMagazine.com

not least, social security planning should not be taken lightly. It may be the most important income component in their retirement,” he says.

“People who are struggling financially should eliminate their obligations.

Sell cars that have a payment and if possible use the equity to buy a car outright or as close to that as possible. Sometimes people never get out from behind that payment and it suffocates them. Pay off high interest credit cards first and cut them up. It’s OK to keep one for emergencies and travel.”

Other key advice he adds is, “Don’t give up, keep chiseling away at that debt and save a little each month in a retirement account. It will pay huge dividends in the future, which will be here sooner than you think. It all comes together rather nicely and faster than you think.”

For additional financial advice, contact the exper ts consulted above.

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4 Dangerous Tax Mistakes

By Barbara Friedberg, GOBankingRates.com (TNS)

Pinching pennies and investing are not the only sound strategies to build long-term wealth. Smart tax planning and avoiding dangerous tax mistakes play a big part in increasing your disposable income as well.

Learn a bit about the tax system and save yourself thousands of dollars.

Here are the four most dangerous tax mistakes you will face throughout your life.

College Students: Forgetting To File

Consumed with studies, parties and part-time work, college students might not think about taxes. But it is crucial to avoid mistakes by spending a few minutes to understand your tax situation.

If you are single and made more than $6,300 in wages last year or received at least $1,050 in unearned

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investment, interest or profits from selling — including those eBay sales — you must file a tax return, said tax expert Crystal Stranger, an enrolled agent and president of tax firm First Tax.

Young Professionals: Delaying Investing In A 401(K)

By investing in your employer’s retirement plan as early as possible, you can easily secure a large retirement nest egg. Wait a few years before participating, and you will end up paying more taxes today and having a smaller retirement account later.

Those who qualify can enjoy additional tax benefits, Stranger said. The saver’s credit and various education credits can put more money in your pocket by cutting your taxes. Many people can benefit from the latter, including parents paying for their children’s education and adults adding to their own skills.

Newlyweds: Choosing the Wrong Filing Status

When you begin married life, set a

sound foundation for your financial future. Smart tax-planning can put more money in your joint bank account.

When completing tax returns as a married couple, compare the total amount of tax due between the two filing status options: married filing jointly and filing separately. Find out which status nets you the lowest tax bill.

This is easy to do with tax software.

Or, ask your tax professional to do the calculations for you. Choose the wrong filing status, and you will end up costing your new family money unnecessarily.

deductible, Stranger said. However,

New Homeowners: Failing To Keep Track of Everything

Keep the records where you can access

Buying a home is one of the most stressful ventures of adulthood. Forgetting the tax implications of a home purchase makes the situation even more trying. Remember, “not all closing costs are deductible,” said Bill Farmer, an enrolled agent with Lexington, Ky.-based HTI Tax Service.

Unlike business expenses, home improvements are generally not tax-

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if you use part of your home for a business, you might be able to deduct applicable repairs. Do not skimp on this one — maintain your records and check with the IRS to ensure you are in compliance with the law.

Finally, there is another reason to keep track of your home improvements. Ultimately, when you sell, you can add the cost of improvements to your original price, or basis, and save on capital gains taxes if you owe them. them, because at sale time they are worth money to you in the form of tax savings.

——— Barbara Friedberg writes for GOBankingRates.com (), a leading portal for personal finance news and features, offering visitors the latest information on everything from interest rates to strategies on saving money, managing a budget and getting out of debt.

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Bird In the Hand Longmont Gets a Chicken Joint

By Jolie Breeden, Longmont Magazine Photos cour tesy of GoodBird Kitchen Down home food aficionados, rejoice—Longmont has finally got itself a chicken joint!

Those with a hankering for chicken—whether it be fried, roasted, or served with waffles—now have a place to roost, thanks to GoodBird Kitchen, which recently opened near the mall at 1258 South Hover Road.

But it’s not just bird lovers that will benefit. The newest offering from Big Red F Restaurant Group (which is responsible for local favorites such as Jax Fish House, West End Tavern, and Zolo Grill) introduces a whole new experi-

ence in dining that works for the hungry, the hurried, and those who like to hang.

Whether guests choose a typical chicken dinner, chicken strips, or even a non-chicken dish like braised pork shoulder, they’re sure to be chowing down in no time. But they can also relax. That’s because GoodBird fuses counter service ordering with full-service dining—a

combination that makes for a quick, yet laidback meal.

A typical visit to GoodBird starts with a stop at the counter where guests place their food and drink

GoodBird Kitchen brings Longmont all things chicken, from chicken and waffles to Southern fried.

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“It was different, but a good different,” said Olivia Sitkowski, of Madison, Wis., who was staying in a nearby hotel and decided to give the restaurant a try. “My food was there in literally less than five minutes, but after that it was like a regular restaurant where they wait on you. I was glad, because I was starving!”

Whether it’s because today’s diners are famished or just more impatient, the National Restaurant Association predicts chef-driven, fast-casual restaurants will be one of the top trends of 2016. But even while Big Red F partners Dave Query and Brett Smith were looking to cash in on the craze, they wanted to be sure they highlighted one their main commodities—stellar service.

“We’re known for our hospitality, so we wanted to combine the service we’re known for with a version of fast casual,” Smith said. “I don’t think we’ve seen anyone else doing what we’re doing, with the full-service once you sit down.”

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That’s okay though, Hulme said.

The space is small enough—six booths, nine tables, a bar area, and patio seating to come—that they’re able to get their feet under them and really mold the concept.

That will be key for when they grow flock in the coming years. Denver, Golden, and Fort Collins are all options, but only Longmont will be the incubator.

“It’s the testing ground for what we hope will be more locations in the future,” Smith said. “It’s been a great start and we’re looking for many, many great years to come.”

Staff takes customer orders fast food counter-style, but follows it up with full-service dining.

in Louisville, Colo., Smith had perfected online ordering system. his pressure-cooked, gluten-free fried Judging by how popularity has chicken to an art. It wasn’t long before grown since the January 5 opening, the GoodBird concept was hatched and Longmonters are finding GoodBird to Longmont was the perfect place to make be a pretty good egg. But it hasn’t come a nest, Smith said. without hard work and a lot of adjust“We’d been looking for a Longmont ment along the way. location for a long time and this was just “We modified our ordering system the right fit,” he said of Longmont’s deeveryday for the first week until we got to mographic. “The Post was such a success a place were we really felt like we had a in Louisville, and Longmont has some of handle on it,” said General Manager Eric that same small town feel but with a much larger population.”

Those familiar with The Post will feel right at home with the GoodBird menu— the same crispy-juicy fried chicken, jazzed up versions of home-style sides, and Post-brewed beers in cans or on tap. But, while the food is similar, there are also plenty of differences.

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to Beat the Winter Blues Empty Bowls patrons choose their bowls to help feed the hungry. Photo courtesy of OUR Center.

By Misty Kaiser, Longmont Magazine Winter can be long and grueling, taking a toll on even the most even of keels. Even if you’re into all that snow, the grey days can seem to stretch into forever, especially when cabin fever starts to set in. But even on the coldest of winter days, there are still plenty of fun and unique things to do to keep yourself entertained and out of the house, and you won’t even have to drive very far.

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Since the new Stewart Auditorium just opened last June, the Longmont Museum has been experimenting with ways to make their newly expanded space an evening destination.

Enter... the Views and Brews film and comedy series.

For only $8 ($5 for members), you can catch a variety of films as well as live comedy. Come a little early and catch up with friends in the beautiful Swan Atrium over local microbrews, wine and spirits and snacks before settling in for the entertainment.

Past film selections have been designed to go along with concurrent exhibits, but this season, which extends through April 28, the choices will vary a bit more.

“This spring we’re trying something different. There are some love-themed movies in February and The Secret of 46 LONGMONT MAGAZINE

Roan Inish (an Irish-American film) in March, but we’ve also included movies that we just like,” says Joan Harrold, Marketing and Development Manager. The March 3 film, Between The Folds, is the one exception, complementing the newest exhibit; Above the Fold: New Expressions in Origami.

The Stewart Auditorium is also a venue for both the upcoming Front Range Film Festival (April 29-May 2) and Boulder

International Film Festival (March 3-6).

The April 28 film serves as a special preview for the Front Range Film Festival.

The atrium opens for the ‘brews’ part of ‘Views and Brews’ beginning at 6 p.m., but Harrold points out that guests have other pre-movie options.

“The Museum galleries are open from 6 to 9 also, so if (guests) want to come early, they can also get in to that with their movie ticket,” she says.

When: Thursdays, Atrium opens at 6 p.m., shows begin at 7:15 p.m.

February 25: Curved-Space Comedy April 7: Big Fish March 3: Between the Folds April 14: Stranger than Fiction March 17: The Secret of Roan Inish April 21: Curved-Space Comedy March 24: Curved-Space Comedy April 28: Paper Tiger March 31: The April Fools Where: Stewar t Auditorium, 350 Kimbark Street, Longmont Admission: $8 general public/$5 Museum members.

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If you’re going to be stuck inside, challenge yourself to learn something new this winter. What better skills to hone than those in the kitchen? It’s an art and a science, it lasts a lifetime, you can share it and above all, you get to eat the tasty results.

Since she was 5 years old cooking in her mother’s kitchen, Roma Melrose at Roma’s Catering has been developing her craft. At 67, she still loves passing it on to others in the same way that she learned it herself, hands on and side-by-side. “(Cooking) is a hobby and a pleasure. I teach them so they don’t have to look at a book anymore,” says Roma.

The student basically dictates the curriculum. Choose a skill to develop, a cuisine that interests you or a country that you love, what you want to learn is up to you. Classes can be as intensive as

you want them to be with single classes, a three class session or a five class “Cooking Vacation”.

“My classes are not very big. I only teach 6 to 8 max. That way everyone gets individual attention. I have everything out for everybody and they see me cooking too, “ says Roma. Though she stresses that the classes are never just about watching her cook. Students participate fully, going through every skill. “If they don’t do it themselves they’ll never really learn,” she explains.

Each class is 3.5 hours of cooking,

with a half an hour at the end reserved for the best part… eating. During the meal, participants can ask any questions or go over things they may have missed during instruction. Then they are sent home with the recipes they’ve made and the skills to recreate them on their own.

Though these lessons can take place in any home kitchen, many prefer to go to Roma’s on-site commercial kitchen, where there is plenty of room to spread out and all of the necessary equipment. Prices vary based on the preferred option, so be sure to visit her website for details.

When: Classes are usually held from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. on weekdays, though weekend or daytime classes can be arranged.

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Three-Class Exploration: $300/person Roma’s Cooking Vacation: A 5-session individual class over five Sundays of your choice, learn five different items each day- $500

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Good music goes a long way toward dispelling winter blahs, especially on a snowy afternoon. Arts Longmont has been presenting the Friday Afternoon Concerts and Art Show for 25 years now, so they know the business. The music selections are designed to appeal to music lovers of all ages and preference.

“The series is a variety of genre from jazz to classical and world music to chamber,” explains Joanne Kirves, Executive Director of Arts Longmont. “We have a committee of volunteers with amazing connections with local and regional musicians.

We also have musicians approach us to be part of the series based on what other musicians have experienced.”

A very unique part of each show is that it’s presented alongside an art exhibit that features a different artist with each show.

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GET OUT

To most Coloradoans snow doesn’t exclude outdoor activity. Rather than avoid it, get out and embrace it with two wheels.

Fatbiking is much like mountian biking, except colder and...bigger.

“Normal mountain bike tire sizes are primarly in the 2- to 2.5-inch range. Fat-

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bikes are generally 3.8 for small tires and up to 5 inches for bigger tires. Fatter tires can be run at MUCH softer tire pressures to allow for lower ground pressure and better flotation,” says Dave Chase at Redstone Cyclery in Lyons.

Since the tires are bigger to accommodate the lower pressurea, the frame has to be bigger as well. That makes it difficult to find bikes for the little guys. “Fatbikes are still primarily 26” tires so it’s tough to get little people on them,” says Chase.

What are ideal trail conditions?

Chase says, “Fatbikers love other trail users. The best conditions are snow that has been really well packed and travelled LongmontMagazine.com

over by snowshoers, skiers, and other fatbikers.” Weather considerations are the same as any other snow sport. Make sure you are dressed warmly and prepare for the possibility of temperature drops and snow.

Where: DAVE RECOMMENDS: “The trails around Brainard are relatively flat and fatbike novice friendly. I like South St. Vrain and Sourdough. They take a while to pack out to become rideable, but once they are packed in, they are super fun.”

If you would like to try fat biking many shops rent or demo bikes.

At Redstone, demos are $50/day which is deducted from the sale price of a bike if you purchase one.

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Spring is the perfect time to address any aches, pains and other health concerns before the active summer season.

The Spring Windows To Wellness event, formerly Taste of Therapy, brings together wellness providers and vendors for an afternoon of healthy education and fun.

If you’ve ever been curious about alternative health practices, this fair is allows you to learn about them in a relaxed environment through different workshops and even experience some of them in 15-minute increments. Each session is $5 paid directly to the practitioner.

When: Saturday, March 12, 9 a.m. -1 p.m.

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PLAY

Who says grown-ups can’t play? You don’t have to be an athlete or even go out in the cold.

Turn a head full of useless information into a winners status by picking up a trivia night. Oskar Blues hosts one on Tuesday nights, it’s fun and requires less dexterity than shuffleboard.

Speaking of dexterity, Lefthand Brewing lets you test yours on Jenga Thursdays. Teams of two to four try to be the first with 38 levels in their Jenga tower. It’s free to play and there are prizes for the winners.

How about Cornhole? Wibby Brewing invites one and all to sign up their teams of two for a fun night filled with beers and bean bags. Anyone interested in joining in can do so by calling 303.776.4594 or emailing Ted@WibbyBrewing. com with the name of their two members.

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A good belly laugh will definitely thaw the winter chill.

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TREAT SOMEONE

Some things are just better with someone else to share them. With this in mind, Samples World Bistro is sharing a little competition.

Their new quarterly Beer vs. Beer Dinner series pits one brew against another with the guests ultimately choosing the winner. Treat your best friend, your sweetie, or your folks and see who has the winning taste buds.

The criteria are simple; each brewer gets to taste the same four-course menu and then does their best to match each course with their brews. “Mark, the owner, is a former brewer for Lefthand, and he loved the idea of pairing beers with different meals. It’s a challenge,” says Tiffany Holcomb, Marketing Manager at Sample Supports/Samples World Bistro. The winner may get bragging rights, but the real winners are the guests. They get to dine on four fantastic courses and sip on five great beers, some

of which may be limited editions or unreleased.

The inaugural dinner saw the victory of Lefthand Brewing over Great Divide. The next round has the winner, Lefthand, facing the best of Wibby Brewing.

So far the competing brews are local, though national competition isn’t out of the question. “For now we want to focus on the collaborative nature of Longmont,” says Holcomb. “It’s helping to grow each other’s businesses.”

Don’t get left out in the cold. They do cap attendance at 65, and expect to sell out, so get your tickets quickly.

When: Sunday, April 24, 9 a.m. -1 p.m.

Where: Samples World Bistro, 370 Main St., Longmont Admission: $55/person Information: Call 303.327.9318 or visit samplesworldbistro.com

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Nothing warms the body like a simple bowl of soup, and nothing warms soul like helping others in need. The OUR Center Empty Bowls fundraiser does both.

Hundreds of local artists, from school students to patrons at Crackpots in Longmont, create and donate one-of-a-kind bowls to be filled with soups from 18 to 20 of Longmont’s favorite restaurants.

The ticket includes their choice of bowl and two heart-warming soups plus bread and dessert. But the best part is what they keep. “When they’ve finished, they get to take a bowl home with them to remind them of people who live in hunger every day,” Bowls are created by local ar tists of all says Development Director, Elaine Klotz. ages. Photo courtesy of OUR Center.

If one bowl isn’t enough, there is a silent auction of the most creative and artistic bowls and other bowl-themed items, and any bowls that don’t get filled with soup are available for $5 at the end of the evening. Nothing goes to waste.

That’s important since 100 percent of profits go to OUR Center’s programs to feed the hungry in the community. Last year over $30,000 was raised, with the help of sponsorships, volunteers and ticket sales which typically number between 800 and 900. That helped to fund over 120,000 meals.

Sponsorships are a big part of that number and they are still available for $500 and up. To become a sponsor, volunteer or purchase your tickets, visit ourcenter. org/content/events/empty-bowls, call 303.772.5529 Ext. 224 or stop by OUR Center at 303 Atwood Street in Longmont.

“It’s a huge community wide effort,” says Klotz. “People are eating so others can eat.”

When: March 19, Doors open at 10:30 a.m., Lunch is served 11 a.m. -1 p.m.

Bowls and bowl-themed items are up for bid in a silent auction.

Photo courtesy of OUR Center.

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fitness

SLACKERS!

Slacklining in Longmont

By Adam Mar tin, Longmont Magazine Photos by Tim Seiber t If you’re unfamiliar with slacklining, there’s a good chance you’re reading the first paragraph of this article just to learn what it is. Given that likelihood, let’s cut right to the chase. According to Slacklink.org, “slacklining is the art and

slacklining does have a following. More than that, it can be an art. Skilled slackliners can perform all kinds of intricate and dazzling tricks while balancing on what appear to be impossibly loose lines.

For example, the 2015 World Slackline Masters completion matched a team from America against a team from Esto-

encounter with slacklining was watching expert-level enthusiasts perform tricks and stunts. She was blown away. “It’s really beautiful,” she said.

But like so many other athletic activities, slacklining isn’t the exclusive domain of world class athletes. A less extreme version of the sport is growing in popularity. It even proves to be an

Slackline fitness classes, like this one at the Longmont Recreation Center, develop balance and core strength.

sport of walking on a piece of flat webbing strung between two anchor points, usually trees.” 1 Granted, that sounds an awful lot like tightrope walking. However, as the helpful folks at Slacklink explain, it’s actually quite different. “Unlike tightrope walking, the webbing stretches and swings, giving slacklining its name and dynamic nature.”

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nia.2 Tricks included forward and back flips, spins, twists, and unreal levels of balance. The Estonians took first place, but it was a sight to behold. Competitions like this are also part of what draws amateurs to slacklining as a hobby.

“That’s how I got into slacklining,” Marty Page explained, talking about slacklining competitions. Page is a Recreation Specialist with Longmont Recreation & Golf Services. Her first LongmontMagazine.com

effective way to stay in shape. To that end, Recreation & Golf Services recently rolled out a slacklining class for those interested in giving it a go.

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The class makes use of “SlackStands” paired with lines that are about 1 inch wide. SlackStands, like those sold locally by Slackline Industries based in Louisville, are short, portable structures that can be used just about anywhere.

They’re good for indoor or outdoor use, and are close enough to the ground to accommodate beginners. Page says they’re ideal for learning initial balance, which is a big part of slacklining.

“That’s what slacklining is known for,” she said. “That core fitness and whole body workout.” It’s the kind of fun activity that engages every major muscle group just to maintain balance.

The class lasts for four weeks and comes in two different flavors—one for adults and one for kids. However, both have been designed to be enjoyable regardless of familiarity with slacklining. The first four-week session just recently wrapped up. “Most everybody we had in the [first] class was new to [slacklining],” Page said.

The age and fitness levels varied, as well. Participants ranged from young adults to folks close to 50. “It’s nice to have a broad mix in one class,” she added.

When asked what the appeal is, Page pointed to slacklining’s unique nature. “People really enjoy having something new to push themselves for a workout.” Slacklining certainly fits the bill, but without pushing too hard. For example, students of yoga will be pleased to learn that several poses are incorporated into the class, like warrior and side plank. The difference here is these same poses are executed Spring 2016

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While it may sound like the kind of thing only extreme adrenaline junkies get into, slacklining is a surprisingly versatile activity. It really does work for people of all ages and fitness levels.

Don’t buy it? Check out one of the local classes.

A new round of classes is scheduled to kick off each month. If you’re interested in learning more or signing up, call Recreation & Golf Services at the St. Vrain Memorial Building at 303.651.8404.

Stepping up on the line requires concentration.

without the stability of the floor. It makes them an exciting new challenge.

To keep things interesting, the class is structured in stations. While some participants are working out on SlackStands, others are led through other balancepromoting activities, like juggling and balance ball exercises.

The idea is to focus on movements and poses that engage both the mind and the body. However, unlike yoga, slacklining is less meditative and more interactive. Page describes the class as dynamic, explaining that students visit and talk as they move from station to station.

Its energetic nature makes slacklining a particularly good activity for kids.

In addition to weekly classes, Recreation & Golf Services plans to offer a day camp experience this summer that will include outdoor slacklining, as well as other activities. “It’s a great workout for kids,” Page said. Not only is it a full body workout, but it includes “that mind to body connection,” as well.

One of the advantages of classes like these is that they give folks an opportunity to try out a new activity for next to nothing. The four-week class is only $40 for residents, making it a great option 54 LONGMONT MAGAZINE

for anyone who thinks they might enjoy slacklining, but isn’t quite ready to go out and buy their own equipment. If participants find they enjoy it, home equipment can be purchased from Slackline Industries. Their website also includes lots of good information for beginners.

And if you’re interested in seeing the pros work their slacklining magic, Recreation & Golf Services has you covered there, too. Slacklining will be one of the features at this summer’s Rhythm on the River. “We’ve already contracted to have national and possibly international acts,” Page said. Competitionlevel slackliners will perform on Friday and Saturday of the festival, accompanied by live music. There will also be SlackStands available for festival goers to give slacklining a try, first hand.

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1 “Main Page.” SlackWiki.

N.p., n.d.Web. 02 Feb. 2016. <http://slacklink.org/ SlackWiki/index.php?title=Main_Page>.

2 “World Slackline Masters 2015 // FINAL // AMERICA vs. ESTONIA.”YouTube.YouTube, 8 July 2015.Web. 02 Feb. 2016. <https://www.youtube. com/watch?v=iRezj9BOEBQ>.

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second annual Rocky Mountain STEAM Fest at the Boulder County Fairgrounds in Longmont. STEAM—an acronym for Science, Technology, Entrepreneurship/ Engineering, Arts, and Maker/Math/ Music—is a twoday celebration of hands-on experiences designed to bring learners, thinkers, and doers of all ages together, regardless of interests, backgrounds, or gender.

“STEAM fest was the brainchild of a couple of parents—me being one of them—who realized that there were very few opportunities for us to roll up our sleeves and learn with our children,” says Martha Lanaghen,

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co-founder of Maker Bolder, the grassroots organization behind STEAM Fest.

Among the wide variety of exhibitors, guests will find endless opportunities to tinker, build, hack, dabble, drive, touch, make, fly, play (and sometimes even taste!)—all in the name of education and imagination. “Whether you’re a kid or an adult, you’re learning something new, and you’re learning it in a hands-on way,” Lanaghen shares.

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new things as a family are rare, so STEAM is a great way for everyone to learn together.”

Creativity and innovation are at the forefront of the exhibits, encouraging kids young and old to channel their curiosity while experiencing new things in a hands-on way. For example, “Kids are taught to be creative by being given a pile of glittery pipe cleaners, and they get to learn the skills that will take their ideas to the next level,” says John Bacus, director of product management at Sketchup, one of the many exhibitors at last year’s event.

STEAM Fest’s inaugural event in 2015 was an enormous success. With over 3,500 children and adults enjoying experiences in the sciences and arts, the two-day festival also featured area thought-leaders, including planetary scientist Dr. Cathy Olkin and Dr. Temple Grandin, who spoke about the importance of moving education out of the classroom and into the real world. “It’s so important that we continue to shift education, at all levels, to more interactive lessons, where people are engaging with real-world materials and solving real-world challenges,” Grandin shared at 58 LONGMONT MAGAZINE

In addition to the main stage presentations, STEAM Fest will feature several class offerings, ranging from mastering social media to Tunisian crochet, and creating board games to musical instrument exploration. This year’s lineup is taking shape—Lanaghen encourages attendees to “check our website regularly to learn more about classes and keynote speakers.”

Beyond its educational benefits, STEAM Fest acts as a creative way to connect area innovators with the masses, boosting the excitement and buzz about local products.

This year’s event is expected to nearly double in size, with over 5,000 attendees expected.

Being a STEAM Fest exhibitor can generate exposure—and sales. “We went back to the shop to get more supplies, and a customer had come straight from LongmontMagazine.com

the event to our store to buy more goodies,” shares Jennifer Walter of Longmont’s Aime’s Love Bakery, an exhibitor at the 2015 event.

One essential element for exhibitors? Your display must include a handson activity, since that’s—as Lanaghen explains—STEAM’s “thang.” But the focus of exhibits remains widespread: oozing science experiments, cuttingedge robotics, civil engineering projects, creativity-tugging arts, toe-tapping music, and mind-bending mathematics are all encouraged and celebrated. The organizers of STEAM Fest are currently seeking exhibitors for this year’s event; to apply, contact anne@makerboulder.com.

And it’s no coincidence that the co-founders of Maker Bolder are both women. “As women, we’re passionate about connecting girls to science,” Lanaghen shares. “A measurable number of girls are not going into the field, and as supporters of education and equality, we want to do everything we can to connect girls to science.”

Maker Bolder takes this mission one step further with its GES event held in early February.

GES—Girls Explore STEM—is an annual event for girls of middleschool and high-school age.

Designed to teach young girls about careers in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields, GES offers them—and their parents—opportunities to try their hand at real-time, real-world problem solving. Parents are encouraged participate, and an all-star

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Making the best of your situation Dear Dr. Beth,

My husband and I have been living here for 20 years and he has a great job offer in Oregon. We’ve visited Portland and other parts of the state a couple of times on vacation but we have never lived there and don’t have any personal friends there. Even though I am excited to explore a different part of the country, I am worried about the psychological and emotional parts of the move.

I am especially worried about being lonely and missing my long-time friends here in Colorado. Any suggestions about how to make the transition easier?

What a great opportunity for you and your husband! I think you have already identified one of the key challenges of moving from a long-established home in a part of the country you love (Colorado, of course!) to a completely new and different part of the country. Of course you will miss the people you love, your familiar haunts and the wonderful companionship.

There are several factors that influence a person’s reaction to a move.

Probably the most important is whether the move is chosen or necessary for reasons other than genuine desire. Many spouses, who move to follow a partner’s job opportunities face greater challenges in adjusting and finding satisfaction in their new environment. But even moves that are desired can be more challenging than expecedt.

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What to keep, what to discard, what, if

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anything, to store, what to give to family or friends. This can be a lengthy and emotional process. If you have the luxury of a few months before moving, give yourself at least 4 to 6 weeks to sort and make conscious decisions about what to keep and what to let go. This can make your move easier on the other end.

During the period before your move, make time to spend time with friends, coworkers and neighbors. Tell them what they have meant to you, discuss your expectations around maintaining contact and generally enjoy your time with each other. If possible, it can be really nice to have a “bon voyage” party or a fun group gathering before you leave.

On the arrival end of your journey, there are several things you can do to facilitate a smoother transition.

Introduce yourself to at least a few of your immediate neighbors, check out a welcoming synagogue, church or meditation group, and consider joining the city’s official welcome organization if there is one. It can be both fun and helpful to take the time to drive around your new community and become familiar with shops, streets and a couple of the nearby neighborhoods. Walking and cycling are other fun ways to get to know your new city.

Be aware that it typically takes up to 2 years to become fully comfortable in your new environment. You may meet people you think will become friends and some of those friendships may develop, but it is not uncommon that some initial acquaintances don’t turn out to become friends and this can be disappointing if you have high hopes for immediate connections.

Be brave and take the initiative with people you meet. Most people you meet will have already established social groups and it may take a bit of effort to LongmontMagazine.com

become part of their social circle. Others you meet may also be new to the area or established living there but still looking for new friends and people with whom to share particular activities. Keep your eyes open for people who enjoy working out, quilting, making art or reading, depending on your interests.

These are only a few ideas. These days there are many resources to help people with the challenges of adjustment to a new region of the country. Needless to say, there will be things you really like about your new home and things that you really dislike. There are advantages and disadvantages to every place you live, but if you cultivate a positive attitude, gather a few tools, look for support and investigate resources, the transition may be easier than you think. And hopefully, on the other end of your move, you will find a satisfying new life. I wish both of you the best in your new adventure.

Dear Dr. Beth, Valentine’s Day is almost upon us.

I hate this holiday. I don’t even know why it exists. All it does is make me feel bad about not being in a romantic relationship. Do you have any suggestions about how to make an unpleasant holiday more bearable to us divorced or recently broken up single people?

Basically, you have two major options for dealing with this sometimes obnoxious holiday. You can ignore it or you can redefine it to make it an occasion more to your liking. Number one is a little hard to pull off, but really not all that difficult. Don’t watch television, avoid romantic comedies and try to avoid the card section of stores in the few weeks Spring 2016

prior to the holiday. The less attention you pay to the cultural frenzy, the happier you are going to be.

However, if people say Happy Valentine’s Day to you or give you a wellmeaning card, accept it with grace and then recycle it or tuck it away in a drawer.

If it is from a special friend, you might be able to enjoy it in the future when you are feeling less negative.

Redefining the holiday means exactly that—transforming the meaning into a broader, more personally relevant framework. Many people who are divorced, have recently broken up with a partner, or are living a long-time single lifestyle can still enjoy the week of Valentine’s Day by using it as an opportunity to express love and appreciation for their friends and family.

Treat it as a time to celebrate your friendships instead of a time only for celebrating romantic connection. Go

out to dinner with good friends (and it doesn’t have to be on Valentine’s day).

You can give one another cards—or not.

Perhaps just go for a hike or snowshoe and enjoy nature together. Just express your appreciation for your good friends, your nieces and nephews, your parents or other people in your life.

The romantic emphasis given to the holiday by the culture need not have a stranglehold on how you relate to it.

After all, it really is just a brief blip on the calendar and then we are off to the rest of ski season and the harbingers of spring to come. Certainly, there are much more enjoyable ways to spend the holiday.

Finally, you also have the option of treating yourself as your own significant other and plan something on your own that you might enjoy during that week. Head for a long drive, rent a cabin, see a couple of movies, work

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Face Spring

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Skincare that puts a spring in your step

By Elise Oberliesen, Longmont Magazine

We all know winter can do a number on your skin—thanks to dry, cold air and punishing wind. Maybe your skincare routine needs a little pick-me-up so you’re ready to shine this spring.

Ever consider the ingredients in your moisturizers and body balms? That’s a relevant question for Cindy Jones, PhD, a chemist and herbalist who owns Colorado Aromatics, a Longmont-based skincare company. She says plant-based products that contain herbs like calendula and lavender deliver rich antioxidants that help the skin. Many of her skincare products contain herbs she grows right on her farm.

“Antioxidants help repair skin damage caused by being outside or being in the high altitude,” says Jones.

Ever plant marigolds in

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the garden? Then you’re already familiar with Calendula flowers. While more scientific research is needed on the role plants have on skin, some data suggests Calendula helps with diaper rash and muscle spasms, according to the National Library of Medicine. Plus it’s known for its wound healing agility.

“We use calendula in our knuckle balm, for dry, cracked, chapped skin,” says Jones.

This power plant can also help promote cell turn-

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over, says Jones, which is why she uses it in her signature facial moisturizer, Spring Tide. She says you can use it night or day, but it contains no sunscreen. Customers say they use it after a day on the slopes because it helps soothe windburn.

Timing Winter Treatments

Tempted to schedule a procedure for your face? Maybe you want to erase fine lines, brown spots or uneven skin tone.

The upside to the dark days of winter—less sunlight means less skin damage from UV exposure.

If you’re considering a chemical peel, photofacial or laser treatment, like Fractional CO2, winter time is probably the best time, says Tamara Dzurek, aesthician with Meyers Aesthetic Center, in Longmont.

That’s because sun worshiping is a big no-no if you’re planning one of these treatments.

It’s important to stay out of the sun before and after certain treatments, says Dzurek.

“Because with these treatments, they tend to make you sun sensitive,” says Dzurek, adding that some treatments remove that protective first layer of skin.

And without it, you’re more susceptible to sun damage and burning— which contributes to premature aging.

Something else to keep in mind. Hyperpigmentation causes Spring 2016

Jones says it’s not enough to simply wear sunscreen for skin protection. She suggests covering your skin with hats, sunglasses and long sleeves.

Jones also watches emerging research because scientists are studying the benefits of plants, like green tea. Some studies suggest tea could help decrease risks of skin cancer while protecting against UV radiation, says Jones.

“The flavonoids [are Cold, dry winter weather leads to chapped and cracked skin on the hands and feet. Specially thought to] absorb the UV light, created foot balms help heal. Photo courtesy of but it’s difficult to measure,” Colorado Aromatics. she adds.

Researchers say UV radiaskin to darken and develop small brown tion robs the skin of collagen spots. It’s all too common when people and elastin. Now researchers in Spain get too much sun post treatment, says want to understand how polyphenols, Dzurek. plant derivatives found in tea, cocoa,

grapes, soy, and pomegranate, could protect our skin from UV rays. In a 2015 study published by Spanish researchers, in the journal, antioxidants, it suggests properties known as catechins, a flavonoid found in tea leaves, when used topically, may reduce changes to the skin caused from UV rays. It goes on to say, green tea “protects against sun damage” but did not say to what degree.

Which Treatment Is The One? Fractional CO2 laser treatments help even out skin tone and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, says Dzurek. Unlike treatments that use intense light, Dzurek says the fractional laser actually penetrates the skin which helps rejuvenate skin.

“The treatment stimulates collagen by putting intense heat into the tissue which causes micro-trauma to the

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Knuckle balm, containing Calendula, helps protect the skin from the effects of dry weather. Photo courtesy of Colorado Aromatics.

CITY PARKS offer a variety of fun and relaxing opportunities Here’s a glimpse at the parks and some of the features they include. Numbers in parenthesis correspond to map locations.

Affolter, (1), Holly Ave. and S. Judson St. 5.3 acres, basketball courts, multiuse field, softball, tennis, restrooms, shelter and playground.

tissue,” says Dzurek. Adding that as the skin heals, it begins to produce more collagen, which is a protein found in connective tissues, tendons, bones, and skin.

Think of collagen like a rubber band that bounces back.

Collagen gives skin that firm elasticity associated with a youthful appearance. The body produces less collagen as we age— causing thinner skin and hair.

Downtime with fractional CO2 laser runs from five days to two weeks, says Dzurek. She says it’s a popular treatment for retirees. People who still head to work on Monday morning tend to take a few days off after the treatment. Expect some peeling and pinkness, afterwards, says Dzurek.

Bothered by brown spots or tiny veins on the nose and cheeks? IPL or Intense Pulsed Light can help. There’s no downtime and it usually takes about three to five treatments to see results, says Dzurek. As the skin heals, expect dark spots that resemble coffee grounds. The spots disappear in about seven to 10 days and are easily hidden with make-up.

Are Dry Feet Giving You The Rub?

Dry feet are no fun. Finding ways to soften your callused big toe or cracked heels presents a challenge for many people.

With sandal season around the corner, maybe you need a fix.

After soaking feet in warm soapy water, take a pumice stone to slough off dead skin. Then moisturize your tootsies to keep them soft. Jones says look for the right mixture of ingredients in your foot lotion. Herbs can help soften skin while natural anti-inflammatory properties can ease pain, she says. Mint has natural emollients to soften skin—while comfrey and eucalyptus help relieve pain—and calendula helps promote new skin growth, she says.

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Alta, (2), 10th Ave. and Alta St. A half-acre, picnic area and playground.

Athletic Field, (3), 11th Ave. and Kimbark St. Basketball, multi-use field, picnic area.

Carr, (4), 21st Ave. and Gay St. 8.4 acres, basketball, multi-use fields, picnic area, barbecue pit, playground, restrooms, shelter, softball, tennis and roller hockey.

Clark Centennial, (5), 1100 Lashley St. 48.5 acres, baseball, basketball, multi-use field, picnic areas, barbecue pits, playground, restrooms, shelter, four softball fields, tennis, volleyball areas, concession stand and roller hockey. Rec. center includes wading pool, indoor pool and fitness equipment.

Collyer, (6), 6th Ave. and Collyer St.. 5.2 acres, picnic area, barbecue pits, playground, restrooms, shelters, volleyball and tennis.

Dawson, (7), 1757 Harvard St. 12.9 acres, volleyball, picnic area, playground, restrooms, shelters, barbecue pits and tennis.

Flanders, (8), 2229 Breakwater Dr.. 4.1 acres, fishing, multi-use field, shelter,

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barbecue pits, restrooms, playground, volleyball, basketball, picnic area and roller hockey.

Garden Acres, (9), 2058 Spencer St. 4.1 acres, shelter, playground, picnic area, restrooms, multi-use fields, barbecue pit, concession stand and softball.

Golden Ponds, (10), 651 3rd Ave. 94 acres with 56 acres of water surface, nature area with shelters, restrooms, trails, picnic areas, barbecue pits and fishing.

Hover Acres, (11), 1361 Charles Dr. 9.2 acres, tennis, basketball, playground, horseshoe pit, volleyball, multi-use fields, picnic area, shelter and barbecue pit.

Izaak Walton, (12), 18 S. Sunset St. 21.5 acres, clubhouse, fishing, picnic area, barbecue pit, shelter and restrooms.

Jim Hamm Nature Area, (13), 17th Ave. and County Line Rd. 23.9 acres, fishing, nature trail, barbecue pit, restrooms and shelter.

Kanemoto, (14), Missouri Ave. and South Pratt Pkwy. 8.7 acres, multi-use fields, picnic area, playground, restrooms, shelters, volleyball and wading pool.

Kensington, (15), 100 E. Longs Peak Ave. 18.2 acres, fishing, basketball, picnic area, playgrounds, restrooms, barbecue pits and shelters.

Lanyon, (16), 19th Ave. and Collyer St.. 7.7 acres, basketball, picnic area, barbecue pit, playground, restrooms, shelter and softball.

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Left Hand Creek, (17), 1800 Creekside Dri. 10 acres, playground, softball, basketball, volleyball, picnic area, barbecue pit, restrooms, shelters, multi-use fields and roller hockey.

Loomiller, (18), 11th Ave. and Sumner St..15.3 acres, fishing, picnic area, barbecue pit, playground, disc golf, restrooms and shelters.

McIntosh Lake, (19), west of Longmont on Hwy 66. 55 acres, fishing, basketball, picnic area, shelter and restrooms.

Pratt, (20), Baylor Dr. and Ithaca Ct, 4.2 acres, basketball, picnic area, playground, restrooms, shelter, softball, tennis and roller hockey.

Quail Campus, (21), 310 Quail Rd. 8.6 acres, skate park, picnic area, horseshoes, concession stand and rec center with basketball, fitness center, climbing wall and indoor pools.

Raber, (22), 24th Ave. and Sunset St. 3.2 acres, shelter, picnic area and playground.

basketball, picnic area, playground, restrooms, shelter, softball and roller hockey.

Sandstone Ranch, (26), 2929 and 3001 Hwy 119.

Community Park, 103 acres, multi-use fields, volleyball, shelters, restrooms, barbecue pits, picnic areas, playground, concession stands, 24K sq. ft. skate park with in-ground concrete bowls and street course.

District Park, 180 acres, 1880â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historic home and visitors center, scenic overlook of the Front Range, 0.7 mile trail with connection to St. Vrain Greenway, open space and wildlife area, cultural history and natural resource programs, tours and special events. Due to wildlife no dogs are allowed Spangler, (27), 200 Mountain View Ave. 5.1 acres, picnic area, playground, restrooms, barbecue pits and shelter.

Sunset, (28), Longs Peak Ave. and Sunset St. 7 acres, nine-hole golf course, picnic area,barbecue pits, play-

ground, shelter, outdoor pool and concession stand.

Thompson, (29), 4th Ave. and Bross St. 5.4 acres, picnic area, barbecue pits, playground, restrooms and shelter.

Valley, (30), 28 Troxell Ave. 2.5 acres, basketball, barbecue pit, volleyball, horseshoes, playground and shelter.

Willow Farm, (31), 901 S. Fordham St. 9.4 acres, basketball, picnic area, barbecue pits, restrooms, playground, roller hockey, softball, multi-use field and shelters.

Dog Park II, (3), Airport and St.Vrain Roads. 2.5 acres, off leash area, picnic area and shelter.

Rough and Ready, (4), 21st Ave. and Alpine St.. 9.8 acres, skate park, basketball, sand volleyball, bocce and horseshoes, multi-use field, off leash area, playgrounds, restrooms, shelters, picnic area and barbecue pit.

Parks with DOG PARKS

Stephen Day Park, (5), 1340 Deerwood Dr. 15 acres, skate park and BMX / mountain bike area, basketball, sand volleyball, multi-use field, off-leash area, water spray fountain, playground, restrooms, shelters, picnic area and barbecue pits.

Dog Park I, (2), 21st Ave. and Francis St.. 2.5 acres, off leash area, picnic area and shelter.

Union Reservoir, (6), 461 Weld County Rd. 26.

736-acre lake, fishing, camping, picnic area, restrooms, shelter, volleyball, barbecue pits, playground, horseshoes, wakeless boating, wind surfing and swimming beach.

Dog beach for off leash, play and swim. Entry fee. Call 303-772-1265.

Blue Skies Park, (1), 1520 Mountain Dr. 11.4 acres, basketball, volleyball, skate park, shelters, restrooms, picnic area, playground, barbecue pit and off leash area.

Rogers Grove, (23), 220 Hover St. 10.5 acres, arboretum, outdoor learning center, picnic area, shelter/ interpretive center, outdoor amphitheater, demonstration garden, restrooms and barbecue pit.

Roosevelt, (24), 700 Longs Peak Ave. 21.7 acres, shelters, restrooms, barbecue pit, picnic area, playground, horseshoe pit, recreation center, rose garden and splash pool.

Rothrock Dell, (25), 700 E. 5th Ave. 6.4 acres, Spring 2016

For more information, call 303.651.8446, or visit ci. longmont. co.us/parks/ park_list/overview/index.html.

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Local Greenways

Greenways in the Longmont area provide a recreational opportunity for residents, as well as add to the environmental surroundings.

Dry Creek Greenway is in the St.Vrain center, through Willow Farm Park and the Meadow View subdivision to Silver Creek High School.

Rough and Ready Greenway runs from Colo. Highway 66 to Ninth Avenue along the Rough and Ready Ditch east of the Ute Creek Golf Course.

Lefthand Greenway runs from Kanemoto Park south to Pike Road and west to Hover Street.

St. Vrain Greenway runs from Golden Ponds to Main Street to Left Hand Creek.

Longmont Supply Greenway begins south of 17th Avenue at Cambridge Drive and runs south to Hover Acres Park.

Spring Gulch No. 2 Greenway runs from Colo. Highway 66 to Pace Street and from 17th Avenue to about Mountain View Avenue.

Oligarchy Greenway runs from Airport Road to Hover Street, a section through Garden Acres Park, and from Mountain View Avenue to Rothrock Dell Park.

For more information about greenways and to read about future expansion, visit www.ci.longmont.co.us and click on recreation.

Take in a round of golf Bella Rosa Golf Course 5830 Weld County Road 20, Frederick 303-678-2940 9 holes, public Coal Creek Golf Course 585 W. Dillon Road, Louisville 303-666-7888 18 holes, public Fox Hill Country Club 1400 E. Colo. Highway 119, Longmont 303-772-1061 18 holes, private Haystack Mountain Golf Course & Driving Range 5877 Niwot Road, Niwot 303-530-1400 9 holes, public

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Indian Peaks Golf Course 2300 Indian Peaks Trail, Lafayette 303-666-4706 18 holes, public Lake Valley Golf Club 4400 Lake Valley Drive, Longmont 303-444-2114 18 holes, private Saddleback Golf Club 8631 Frontier St., Firestone 303-833-5000 18 holes, public Sunset Golf Course 1900 Longs Peak Ave., Longmont 303-651-8466 9 holes, public

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Twin Peaks Golf Course 1200 Cornell Drive, Longmont 303-651-8401 18 holes, public Ute Creek Golf Course 2000 Ute Creek Drive, Longmont 303-774-4342 18 holes, public

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