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BeaconFest: a bounty of senior fun! By Kevin K. VanGundy

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Over 90 different vendor booths will be set up to provide current and prospective seniors with information about products and services available to help them successfully navigate the aging process. We have home improvement folks, health and nutrition information, representatives from many of our local assisted living facilities, government officials, beauty products and services, longevity screenings, real estate professionals, and even a dentist!

eaconFest is a celebration of all that’s “boomer” and “senior” related. Last year, a record number of people attended this festive event. This year’s senior fair will be from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday, April 17 at the Two Rivers Convention Center in downtown Grand Junction.

Why attend BeaconFest? This year’s BeaconFest will feature over a dozen entertainers, including the ever-popular King’n Trio. Free seminars will be offered on topics as wide-ranging as the proper fitting of dental implants to financial planning. Well-known restaurants such as the Olive Garden, Café Rio, and Rib City Grill will be giving away free samples of their food.

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Warning When I am an old woman I shall wear purple With a red hat which doesn’t go, and doesn’t suit me. And I shall spend my pension on brandy and summer gloves And satin sandals, and say we’ve no money for butter. I shall sit down on the pavement when I’m tired And gobble up samples in shops and press alarm bells And run my stick along the public railings And make up for the sobriety of my youth. I shall go out in my slippers in the rain And pick flowers in other people’s gardens And learn to spit. You can wear terrible shirts and grow more fat And eat three pounds of sausages at a go Or only bread and pickle for a week And hoard pens and pencils and beermats and things in boxes. But now we must have clothes that keep us dry And pay our rent and not swear in the street And set a good example for the children. We must have friends to dinner and read the papers. But maybe I ought to practice a little now? So people who know me are not too shocked and surprised When suddenly I am old, and start to wear purple. —Jenny Joseph, English Poet, 1961

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Red Hatters gather for fun!

Friends for the Fun of It members gather for lunch at the Wine Country Inn in Palisade. By Melanie Wiseman & Liesl Greathouse

ave you ever known a group of senior church ladies who have been asked to leave a store because they were getting too rowdy? If not, then you haven’t met the Ardie Bell Mad Hatters, just one of 20,000 international Red Hat Society chapters. “We have done some of the kookiest things,” Queen Ardie Bell Cunningham, 85, said. For example, this group of ladies, who connected through church, took the church van for a fun winery outing. They jokingly agreed that if anyone asked, they would claim they were buying wine for communion. “We’re just a bunch of nuts,” Cunningham said. The Red Hat Society is a way to shout back at the stigma of how mature women in society should act. Since it’s formation in 1998, the Red Hat

Society has taken off like wildfire and by the end of 2000, was being referred to as the second women’s movement. Red Hat ladies believe silliness is the comedic relief of life. “The Red Hat Society began as a result of a few women deciding to greet middle age with verve, humor and élan,” Red Hat Society Founder Sue Ellen Cooper once said. “Underneath the frivolity, we share a bond of affection, forged by common life experiences and a genuine enthusiasm for wherever life takes us next.” It all started years ago, when Cooper impulsively bought a bright red hat at a thrift shop. A couple of years later she came across the poem “Warning” by Jenny Joseph, depicting older women in purple clothes and red hats. She gave a friend a red hat and a copy of the poem for her 50th birthday, wanting to encourage that friend to grow older in a playful manner. That friend repeated the gesture and so on. The original group of women decided to go out in full regalia, as described in the poem. It was a huge hit, and soon, their group swelled and

they encouraged others to form their own chapters. Thus, the Red Hat Society was born. Cooper’s gift of the red hat changed thousands of women’s lives forever. “Hatquarters” is in Fullerton, California. The Red Hat Society offers support to its 500,000 members in 50 states and 26 countries. They have sought to gain higher positive visibility for women and continue to reshape the way women are viewed by today’s culture. The Red Hat Society sees their activities as an opportunity for those who have shouldered numerous responsibilities their whole life at home, work and in the community, to take a well-deserved recess and be given permission to play. Women over age 50 don red hats and purple attire. Women under age 50 don pink hats and lavender attire. “We’re just old ladies playing dress up,” Julie Witt, 72, said. In 2005, Witt learned about the Red Hat Society on the Internet and decided to bring some excitement into the lives of a local group of ladies.

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“If Julie’s not there, it’s too the weekends. quiet,” Cunningham said. “The fun part is, you remember your mom saying Witt once planned an that you can’t do this or early lunch get-together of that, you must dress propthe Ardie Bell Mad Hatters. er, be quiet and behave,” Instead, Witt and her husGuerrie said. “The Red Hat band surprised the group Society lets you step outside by picking them up first your box, dress outrageous thing in the morning, some and get loud. Red Hatters still in their pajamas, for an each have their own indiimpromptu come-as-you-are viduality and are the neatest backyard breakfast. people.” “One time we met at my house and laughed until we Mad Hatters from top left: Mary Leistikow, Ardie Bell Cunningham, Clau- There are no rules in the cried,” Cunningham said. dia Moore, Donna Haskins, Grace Gilley, Fran Rollaine and Jody White. Red Hat Society, but there are two expectations. An“My husband later told me Betty Portman, 88, is Queen of The nual membership is a mere $20 and that since laughter is the best mediyou are expected to dress in red and cine, none of us would need a doctor Red Hat Dolls of the Valley, with 20 registered members in Hotchkiss and purple at events. for a year.” “There are so many of us that it The Mad Hatters partake in picnics, Paonia. “Especially for women my age, it really makes a statement,” Guerrie museum tours, movies, lunch dates gives us a chance to get out and social- said. “People see us having fun and and more. ize,” Portman said. “We get together it’s like a magnet. It’s like having the “One of my favorite times was for a good visit and a good time.” paparazzi around us. We’ve blocked cruising North Avenue in a red conKathy Guerrie, 55, is Queen of the traffic coming out of restaurants.” vertible with our red hats on,” CunGrand Junction Red Hat chapter, Many Red Hat chapters choose ningham said. Friends for the Fun of It. to give back to their communities. It’s no secret that the Red Hat SociA few years ago, Guerrie found that Friends for the Fun of It participates ety ladies turn heads. she didn’t really have that many girl in the Relay for Life Walk each year. “The public’s reaction is always friends, as she and her husband were Ardie Bell Mad Hatters serves an very positive,” Donna Haskins, 85, mostly involved in car clubs. annual dinner to bereaved young said. “People always smile.” “I looked at the Red Hat Society people at HopeWest. “These ladies mean a lot to me,” The Red Hat Society also has outJody White, 84, said. “They’re always website and decided it’s just what I needed,” Guerrie said. “I started a rageously fun regional and national there for me when I need someone.” group in 2011 with a friend, and we conventions to attend yearly. The Red Hat Society took off originow have 24 members ranging in age Pearl Gable, 84, belonged to a Red nally as a way to meet, play and emfrom 50 to 92.” Hat group in Arizona and began brace life. Its true purpose emerged: Each Red Hat chapter is unique to looking for one when she moved to to change the hearts and lives of meet the needs of its members. Many Grand Junction. women, committing to support each people in Guerrie’s group still work, “I’m by myself and have to get out other through major life changes, so they do most of their activities on and do things. I’m not someone who and be there for each other like a can sit around and real family. watch TV,” Gable said. “They will laugh or “If you don’t want to cry with you,” Fran come out and have Rollaine, 85, said. fun, don’t join.” “This group of ladies Interested in being helps me stay active.” a part of the largest “We have limited women’s playgroup our group size to 12, in the world? Contact but I’d be happy to Guerrie at 773-4956 or help someone start a Kathy.Guerrie@gmail. new chapter,” Cuncom. To see if this orningham said. ganization would fill a Queens of fun...Red place in your life, visit Hat style! www.redhatsociety. Leaders of the chapcom. ■ ters claim the royal The Mad Hatters from left to right: Julie Witt, Jody White, Grace Gilley, Louise Poland, title of Queen. Carolyn Wylie, Mary Leistikow, Ardie Bell Cunningham, Claudia Moore and Fran Rollaine.

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Cover Photo The ladies of Friends for the Fun of It, a Grand Junction Red Hat Society chapter, had fun dressing up as saloon girls at a convention in Denver last September.

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rowing old is mandatory; growing up is optional. And growing older doesn’t mean you have to act old. If there’s anything we should learn from children, it’s to laugh more. On average, children laugh over 400 times a day compared to adults averaging 16 times. How many times have you laughed out loud today? Since asking your doctor to reset your odometer is not an option, choose to spend time with the right people. You’ll find there’s only one way to happily grow older—with a healthy sense of humor!

Taking mental health days We can all learn a lot from Jan Gammill. At 65, she is living proof that laughter is contagious. You can’t spend time around this spirited, retired kindergarten teacher without smiling, giggling or laughing. She radiates joy and a love of life at any age. “Kids keep life in perspective and bring you back to what’s really important,” Gammill said. “Life in general, our health as we age, and the news and things on TV can be depressing. I find that spending time with friends I can laugh with is very

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therapeutic. I call these laughterfilled outings mental health days.” Gammill is part of a close-knit group of friends who meet for coffee one morning a week. They all have T-shirts proudly displaying their group’s name “Half Full” (vs. the cup being half empty). “These friends support and encourage each other and help find the humor in situations,” Gammill said. “If we didn’t laugh about it, we’d cry.”

Making the best choice For Frank Klapal, 87, having a good sense of humor is a choice. “The best thing I’ve tried to do with my mind is have a good attitude in the morning and you’ll enjoy your day better,” Klapal said. “I try to lead by example and hope my attitude will spread to other people. I can look around and think I’m the luckiest guy in the world.”

Klapal chooses to be grateful every day, despite having lost most of his eyesight. He made his wife, Shirley, 85, blush when they first met and still does today. Debbie and Ralph Lovato, 56 and 67, make humor part of their daily life. “We laugh a lot and give each other a bad time,” Debbie said. “Humor has saved our marriage a few times. It keeps us on the positive side of things. We think of something to make the other one laugh and then move on.” Ralph grew up as the class clown, which helped him get through tough times. Today, the first thing you notice about him is his sense of humor, not his health challenges. “I really enjoy making people laugh,” Ralph said. “Want to hear a dirty joke? A white poodle fell in a puddle. Want to hear another one? He fell in again!” Ralph also believes it’s vital to laugh

at yourself and surround yourself with friends who make it easy to laugh. “Laughing cures what ails you,” he said. Debbie said it’s either laugh or cry. “And I read that laughing is supposed to keep you young,” she said. And she’s right. Growing older with grace and humor takes practice, but doctors and researchers prove the benefits far outweigh the conscious effort. If you’re not enjoying the idea of growing older, the missing link may be a lack of laughter.

The long-term benefits of laughter

• Laughter lowers blood pressure and cholesterol, reducing the risk of strokes and heart attacks. A dose of the funnies in the paper may be the best medicine. • Laugher reduces stress hormones your body produces and cuts the anxiety and stress impacts on your body. Telling someone a funny joke can relieve some of the day’s stress and help you reap the health benefits of laughter. • Laughter is a fun ab workout. When you laugh, the muscles in your stomach expand and contract, similar to when you intentionally exercise your abs. Get toned and have fun at

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the same time. • Laughter is a great cardio workout, especially for those whose physical activity is limited. It gets your heart pumping and burns a similar amount of calories per hour as walking. • Laughter builds immunity. When you laugh, you boost the activity of T cells, which are specialized immune system cells to help you fight off illness. The next time you feel a cold coming on, add laughter to your prevention plan. • Laughter eases pain. Laughter triggers the release of endorphins, which are the body’s natural painkillers. Laughing can help ease chronic pain and make you feel better all over. • Laughter brings extra oxygen to the brain, increases creativity, alertness and memory. • Laughter relaxes the muscles in the body and increases and improves breathing patterns. It helps defend against respiratory infections, even reducing the frequency of colds. • Humor makes you happy. And it works quickly. Less than a half-second after exposure to something funny, an electrical wave moves through the higher brain functions, triggering the emotional system, which makes you happier, and motor skills, which make you smile or laugh.

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• Look younger with laughter. When you laugh, your face becomes red due to an increase in blood supply, nourishing the skin and making you glow. Laughing even activates and moistens the tear gland, adding a little sparkle to your eyes. • Humor results in shorter hospital stays. Studies have shown an atmosphere of humor results in better patient cure, less anesthesia time and surgery time, and shorter hospital stays. • Humor fights disease. Doctors have found that people who laugh more and have a positive outlook on life tend to fight diseases better than people who tend to be more negative. So smile, laugh and live longer! If you can’t seem to find something to laugh about, laugh at yourself. Laugh at the mismatched earrings or shoes you wore to the grocery store or when you put the cereal box in the refrigerator. And when your granddaughter innocently asks you if you knew Adam and Eve, don’t take it personally. Take a dose of humor, celebrate life and laugh long and hearty. ■

11 ways to laugh more 1. Watch a funny movie or sitcom. 2. Read the comics. 3. Buy funny cards for family and friends. 4. Surround yourself with positive, funloving people.

5. Share a funny story. 6. Laugh at yourself. 7. Now look in the mirror and try that again. 8. Focus on making someone else laugh. 9. Fake laughter if you have to. It still works. 10. Observe infants, young children and even people that are older than you. 11. Read Laughing Matters in the BEACON every month!

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Advice Column for the Over 50 Crowd By Gayle LagmanCreswick Dear Old Bag: In response to the neverending problem of who pays for a date, maybe your readers would be interested in how I resolve this non-issue. 1. He who does the asking does the paying! 2. If a gentleman takes me out for a second date, that’s great. But on the third date, I ask him and I pay. Heavens, what universe are these shallow senior women living in? Also, if a gentleman suggests a Dutch date, I’m finished before we get started. Signed, Fran Dear Fran: Thank you for letting us hear another version of the “who pays” saga. The Old Bag Rules for Casual Dating for those on a fixed income are not for everyone. Hope you do not miss out on a wonderful man because he goes by my rules. O.B. Dear Old Bag: My wife passed away a few months ago. Since her passing I have been obsessed with wondering how I will die. My wife was a wonderful woman, but she had six months of hell before she died. I know we never know what path our homestretch will follow, but at the thought of how she died, I feel I must do something to avoid such an ending for me. What are your thoughts? Signed, Worried Dear Worried: I think it is normal to think these thoughts after losing a loved one, especially if they had a difficult passing. Most of us, given the choice, would want to die in our sleep. Unfortunately, we do not have that choice. However, when you say you feel you must “do something to avoid such an ending,” that sends up a red flag to me. You must get some counseling regarding these thoughts. Speak with a doctor, hospice or with your clergy ASAP. Prayers and good thoughts are coming your way. O.B.

Dear Old Bag: I very much enjoyed your talk to our alumni group last month. Someone asked you a question about what you thought about casual dating if your spouse was in a nursing home and had been paralyzed for years and unable to speak but was still aware of what was going on. You said you felt that was different than an Alzheimer’s patient who did not know you anymore and was not aware, and you said you felt it would not be right to date in that case. But what is a person to do? It is lonely after years and years. Signed, Alum Dear Alum: If your spouse in the nursing home is aware, I am sure she is lonely too. I did not mean that you should not be active socially. I meant that I felt you should not develop a relationship with the opposite sex if your spouse is still aware. You can still golf, play cards, have dinner with friends, enjoy family, go to church, travel, etc. It is a tough time and it’s very important to stay active. Remember, this is only my opinion. Everyone must decide for themselves based on their own set of ethics. Good luck, O.B. P.S. If I were the patient myself, I would give my spouse permission to get on with his life but that’s just how I feel. Dear Readers: Remember the request I made for each of us to teach the younger crowd how to be kind to others? Our assignment this month is to invite an acquaintance to dinner or an activity to get to know the person better. It would be extra nice if the person you invite has a spouse in a nursing home or is a widow or widower. Most of us run around with the same people all the time. Stretch a little! O.B. ■

Send your questions to the Old Bag in care of the BEACON, or email lagmancreswick@cox.net.

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25 tips for preventing falls By Fred Cicetti

mong older adults, falling is the leading cause of injury and death by injury. Of all fall-related fractures, hip breaks cause the greatest number of deaths and lead to the most severe health problems, reducing quality of life. As we age, our senses, reflexes and coordination diminish. Illness and taking medication can contribute to balance problems. So can osteoporosis, a disease that makes bones more likely to snap. There are many steps you can take to prevent a fall and breaking a bone. Here is a list of some of the best tips I collected from various experts. 1) Get your bones tested. Your doctor can prescribe medications that will make your bones harder to break. 2) Regular exercise makes you stronger and keeps your joints, tendons and ligaments flexible. Weight-bearing exercise such as walking may slow bone loss from osteoporosis. 3) As you know, drinking alcohol affects your reflexes and balance. Limit your intake. 4) When lying or sleeping, get up slowly to avoid feeling lightheaded. 5) Avoid temperature extremes in your home, as they can make you dizzy. 6) Wear rubber-soled, low-heeled shoes. 7) Always hold the handrails on stairways. Call for questions concerning potential services or to learn about educational opportunities for April 970.874.0136 or email office@peoplecarehs.com

8) Don’t stand on a chair to get to something. Buy a reach stick, a device that you can find at many hardware stores. 9) Clear floors where you walk. 10) Never carry a package that obstructs your view of the next step.

11) Mount grab bars near toilets, tubs and showers. 12) Place nonskid mats, strips or carpet on all surfaces that may get wet, especially bathtubs and shower stalls. 13) Let the soap suds go down the drain before you move around in the shower. If you are prone to falling, use a shower chair and a handheld shower attachment. 14) Position night-lights and light switches close to your bed. 15) Use bright bulbs in your home. 16) Keep your telephone near your bed. During the day, keep a portable phone with you. 17) Tack down all carpets and area rugs. 18) Close cabinet doors and drawers so you won’t run into them. 19) Consider using a cane especially when it rains or snows. 20) Use a shoulder bag, fanny pack or backpack to leave hands free. 21) Check curb heights before stepping down. 22) Look for differences in floor levels when entering rooms. 23) Ensure that every room in your home has a light switch near the entrance. 24) Practice balancing. Hold onto something such as a countertop and stand on one leg at a time for a minute. Gradually increase the time. Try balancing with your eyes closed. Stand on your toes, then rock back to balance on your heels. Hold each position 10 seconds. 25) Be especially careful walking around pets. ■

Send your general health questions to the Healthy Geezer in care of the BEACON, or email fred@healthygeezer.com.

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5 easy steps to getting your perfect smile Ask to see “before and after” photos, and make sure to ask if they are mile and the world smiles with actual patients of that dentist, not you…but only if your smile is studio shots of work done by somehealthy and attractive. We all need one else. and want to feel that we have an ap“We love showing patients what pealing smile and are presenting ourwe have done for others and can do selves well to the world. Fortunately, for them,” Gillis said. “We can truly that’s fairly easy to achieve if you find transform lives through cosmetic the right cosmetic dentist. dentistry, and it’s very gratifying to Any dentist can call themselves all of us in our office, as well as to a cosmetic dentist, and any compeour patients.” tent dentist can whiten teeth, apply Check to see whether the dentist is crowns and replace fillings. Howeva member of the American Academy er, when it comes to your appearance of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). AACD and self-confidence, mere dental has several levels of accreditation competence may not be enough. It’s awarded to dentists who keep up to your smile and your overall mouth date with the latest dental technology health, and they affect your relationand demonstrate expertise in the art ships and your future. You deserve the best restorative and cosmetic den- and science of cosmetic dentistry. Once you have tistry you can find. done your research Julie Gillis, DDS, and feel confident has been a cosmetic you have found the and restorative denright dentist, schedtist in Grand Juncule a consultation. tion for more than Be ready to commutwo decades. Gillis, nicate clearly what 53, said, “There Before you would like to are some simple see. Get feedback steps you can take so you know the to make sure you’ll dentist is really be happy with your listening to you, cosmetic dentist and and then listen to get the results you the dentist’s recomwant.” Here’s what mendations about she suggests. how to proceed. Talk to people you After Ask about costs know who have had up front, but don’t cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Gillis improved this client’s smile by necessarily go with and ask for referrals fixing a chipped tooth. the lowest pricing. from other dental Go with the best dentist. professionals. Check online reviews. Gillis is an Accredited Member of Choose to interview someone with the AACD. Her office is in the Sula proven track record and who is livan Center, 1190 Bookcliff Ave. Any passionate about creating beautiful of her friendly team members will be smiles. happy to answer your questions and Check the dentist’s credentials and schedule an appointment with Gillis. continuing education hours. CosVisit her website at www.juliegil metic dentistry is an art form, and lisdds.com to take a virtual tour of it takes time and talent to help you the office and get an introduction achieve desired results. Dedicated to Gillis and her team. Call 242-3635 and exceptional cosmetic dentists for more information. ■ pursue continual self-improvement. By Marsha Kearns

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ave you wondered why so many old people tend to develop rather pointed faces? It’s because of how bones develop. Dr. Paul Brand describes bones and how they develop in his book, “Fearfully and Wonderfully Made.” Since our bones are hidden, they don’t display their “flow of life,” as Brand put it. If you break a bone, as most of us have at some point in our long life, an elaborate and amazing process commences. “Excited repair cells invade in swarms,” Brand wrote. Within a couple of weeks, a cartilage-like sheath called callus surrounds the region of the break and cementlaying cells enter the jellied mass. The repair cells are called the osteoblasts. They are like pothole fillers for the busted bone. They break down the callus and replace it with fresh bone. Eventually, new bone covers both ends of the broken bone. With magnification it’s possible to see the osteoblasts diligently replacing over-aged bone matter. When you were young, 100 percent of the bones in your body were replaced each year. So when you were, say, 5 years old, you had no remnants of your 4-year-old jawbone. Because of the nature of the bone’s DNA, the shape of your jaw remained the same. Only it was larger. As you reach the beginning of old age, about 18 percent of your bone gets replaced each year. But old bone doesn’t surrender its territory easily. “It must be dynamited and vacuumed out,” Brand wrote. For the bones to keep working, our body has osteoclasts—kind of like a demolition team. These clasts are relatively large. They are jam-packed with an average of 10 to 30 nuclei. These clasts scavenge each bit of bone, one cell at a time. “They tunnel through the bone

as easily as a mole through a lawn,” Brand wrote. They are opening up holes for the blasts to fill. These blasts rejuvenate and deposit a whole new supply of healthy fiber for the bone. The clast cell leads a suicidal life. It burns itself up in about 48 hours and dissipates as waste. The blasts and the clasts are actively at work throughout your life. The blasts tend to dominate the first half of your life. They are busy laying down new bone in an orderly fashion necessary for growth. Eventually the demolition clasts outstrip the weary blasts. So in old age, the teeth sockets decrease in size, the chin begins to protrude, the jaw angles in and the elderly are left with more severe, pointed faces. And this is why a bone fracture causes trauma for the elderly. Their blasts are no longer up to the rigor of routine repair that they were capable of in past years. Bones heal slowly. As for the old bones in your body, blasts factor necessary adjustments for stress into their design. “All bone elements are arranged in perfectly engineered intersecting lines of stress, like the girders on a steel bridge,” Brand wrote. If you break your foot, for example, the pain makes you take shorter steps. Gradually, those lines of stress in the heel bone will change and end up at a new angle to the leg. “The blasts will accommodate to meet the new challenge,” Brand wrote. The stress of exercising our legs or lifting barbells stimulates bone growth. If you have to stay in bed for a long period of time, you can lose 50 percent of the calcium in your bones. Astronauts in space don’t get customary exercise so they lose 20 percent of the calcium in their bones. That’s why taking walks is important for seniors to ward off the dangerous broken hip from a fall. ■

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new study involving several universities indicates that research into the delay of aging would have a better payoff than advances in curing fatal diseases such as cancer and heart problems. According to analysis by scientists from the University of Southern California, Harvard University, Columbia University, the University of Illinois at Chicago, and other institutions, even modest gains in scientific understanding in delaying aging and infirmities of old age would provide better health as well as greater economic returns. The number of people age 65 and older is anticipated to double in the next half century, according to the Census Bureau. That would mean 100 million elders in 2060. “Now disabled life expectancy is rising faster than total life expectancy, leaving the number of years that one can expect to live in good health unchanged or diminished,” said Dana Goldman of USC’s Center for Health Policy and Economics. The study results indicated declining returns for continuing the present research “disease model,” which is the approach of treating fatal diseases independently rather than tackling the shared, underlying cause of frailty and disability—aging itself. Aging more slowly “can delay the onset and progression of many disabling diseases simultaneously,” Goldman predicted. Reducing the cancer rate by 25 percent in the next few decades (that would be in line with the most optimistic historical trends) would barely improve population health, the analysis concluded.

The same situation is true for heart disease, which is the leading cause of fatalities worldwide. The findings follow the same line found in earlier studies, which showed that wiping out cancer completely would increase life expectancy only by about three years. “Even a marginal success in slowing aging is going to have a huge impact on health and quality of life,” corresponding author S. Jay Olshansky of the School of Public Health at the University of Illinois-Chicago said. “This is a fundamentally new approach to public health that would attack the underlying risk factors for all fatal and disabling diseases. We need to begin the research now. We don’t know which mechanisms are going to work to actually delay aging, and there are probably a variety of ways this could be accomplished, but we need to decide now that this is worth pursuing.” Several lines of scientific inquiry already have shown how we might age more slowly, including studies of the genetics of centenarians and other long-living people. Slowing the signs of biological aging has also been accomplished in animals, using drugs and restriction of calories. “Shifting the focus of medical investment to delayed aging instead of targeting diseases individually would lead to significant gains in physical health and social engagement,” Goldman said. “We see extremely large population health benefits and the benefits will extend to future generations. There are major fiscal challenges, but these are manageable with reasonable policy changes, and the economic value of such a shift is too large to ignore.” ■

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A local story Submitted by Jan Weeks After having dug to a depth of 10 feet last year outside of Buffalo, New York, scientists found traces of copper cable dating back 120 years. They came to the conclusion that their ancestors already had a telephone network more than 100 years ago. Not to be outdone by the New Yorkers, a Los Angeles, California archaeologist dug to a depth of 20 feet somewhere just outside Oceanside. Shortly after, a story in the LA Times read, “California archaeologists, reporting a finding of 200-yearold copper cable, have concluded that their ancestors already had an advanced high-tech communications network 100 years earlier than the New Yorkers.” One week later, a local newspaper in Mack, Colorado reported the following: “After digging down about 30 feet deep in his pasture near the community of Mack, Henry Olson, a hell of an engineer and a self-taught archaeologist, reported that he found absolutely nothing. Henry has therefore concluded that 300 years ago, Mack had already gone wireless.” Just makes a person proud to be from the Grand Valley.

Life after college Submitted by Mary Coren Fresh out of college, a young man is being interviewed for an engineering job. Reaching the end of the interview, the human resources officer asks the young man, “And what starting salary are you looking for?” The young man replies, “In the region of $125,000 a year, depending on the benefits package.” “Well, what would you say to a package of five weeks’ vacation, 14 paid holidays, full medical and dental, a company-matching retirement fund to 50 percent of salary, and a company car leased every two years, say, a red corvette?”

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True story Submitted by Jan Weeks Years ago, I tended a bar in an upscale California lounge. One afternoon, two older women came in and ordered drinks, one of which was garnished with fruit. As I served the other drinks, one lady said, “Oh, look, Edith! You have a cherry!” Without missing a beat, the other woman replied, “No, dear. I lost mine in World War II.”

Senior moment Submitted by Don Aldrich Two women were conversing over lunch. Mid-sentence, one woman pauses. After a few seconds, she shakes her head and puts her head in her hand as she tries to recall what she was about to say. “My memory is so bad,” she said. “How bad is it?” the other woman asked. The first woman looked up and met the other woman’s eyes. “How bad is what?”

with them to Jerusalem. A small child raised her hand. When the teacher called on her, she lowered her hand and replied, “They couldn’t get a babysitter.”

Going to the game Submitted by Harold Herrera It’s game seven of the NBA finals and a man makes his way to his seat at center court. He sits down and notices that the seat next to him is empty. He leans over and asks his neighbor if someone is sitting there. His neighbor says, “No, the seat’s empty.” “What?!” the man exclaims. “Who in their right mind would have a seat like this for the NBA finals and not use it?” The neighbor responds, “Well, the seat is mine, but my wife passed away and this is the first NBA game we haven’t been to together.” The first man responds, “I’m sorry to hear that. Wasn’t there anyone else—a friend or relative—that could’ve taken that seat?” “No,” the neighbor said, “They’re all at the funeral.” ■

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See what snowbirds do in Southeastern Arizona Part 2 of 2 By Melanie Wiseman

Science Remember back in the late 1980s when four women and four men entered the glass-enclosed three-acre Biosphere 2, not to come out for two years? Experience a fascinating guided tour of this facility just northeast of Tucson. It is now owned by the University of Arizona and continues to operate as an active research center. Tour the rainforest, ocean, energy center, desert, water and soil experiments and the two white domes which served as the lungs for the massive facility. For airplane lovers, visit the Pima Air and Space Museum in Tucson. You’ll find one of the largest collections of air and spacecraft, with historical and technological significance for the world.

Art, history and culture It’s no secret that Arizona is chockfull of amazing art, both past and present. You can find it all in one location at Tubac, “where art and history meet.” We only spent a few hours there and would recommend setting aside an entire day.

Established in 1752, Tubac features over 100 eclectic shops and worldclass galleries along meandering streets. Here you’ll find a wealth of painting, sculpture, ceramics and photography, as well as unique regional fashion, leather, crafts, antiques and jewelry. Whether you’re a browser or buyer, it’s well worth the time. The educational experience of the Arizona State Museum on the university campus in Tucson lets you explore the enduring cultures of the American Southwest and northern Mexico. The nationally registered historic district of Bisbee is full of old-world charm, art and antique shops, brewpubs, mining and western history, museums and historic lodging. Be sure to make time for the Queen Mine Tour. Fort Huachuca in Sierra Vista is a national landmark and active post for U.S. Army Intelligence. In 1913 it became the base for the 10th Cavalry African-American unit known as Buffalo Soldiers. Two historic and educational museums are on the post, giving you the rich history of the fort and life on the rugged frontier.

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Headed home Our two-week snowbird trek was rounded out with two historical sites well worth the stops as we headed back to Colorado. The Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site, near Ganado, continues to house an active store and artist quarters. Established in 1885, all furnishings and art are original, allowing you to literally walk back in time. Canyon de Chelly, outside Chinle, lets you experience past and pres-

ent Native American history living in these redrock canyons. Many cliff dwellings can be viewed on canyon walls, as well as current Navajo residents farming the winding canyon floors. We arrived home from our minisnowbird excursion on a budget with new experiences, memories, many pictures and the desire to return in the future. But for now, sleeping in our own bed feels like heaven. There really is no place like home. â–

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Garden Smarts By Kathy Kimbrough

Q. I just bought a home in Grand Junction with a large established garden. I am not sure how to take care of the many different perennials that are beginning to emerge. How can I keep them healthy and happy? Congratulations on your new home! Here are some general guidelines for maintaining most of your perennials. Inspect the plants as they come up. Are they in large clumps or is the center looking dead? It could be time to divide them. After several years, many perennials need to be divided for better blooming. This means removing the plant from the ground, cutting the roots into viable clumps, discarding any diseased or woody roots (usually at the center of the original root clump), and replanting. Late afternoon or a cloudy day is the best time to transplant your perennials. This gives them some time to acclimate to their new surroundings without the glare and heat of the sun on them. A good rule of thumb is to divide spring-blooming perennials in the fall and summer, then fall-blooming perennials in the spring.

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on my lawn this year where the snow lasted for months and months. Will it come back or do I need to treat it with anything? Gray snow mold caused by the fungus Typhula incarnate can occur on our lawns during periods of prolonged snow cover like we had this winter, but it can also occur where leaves and other debris have accumulated on lawns. Heavy symptoms occur on north facing lawns, shaded lawns and where snow was shoveled onto turf or where drifts formed. Which reminds me: Always shovel your snow onto planting beds, not your grassy areas. Circular patches (6-12 inches) will have a moldy appearance when fun-

gus is actively growing, usually just as the snow melts. Under severe conditions, these smaller patches may grow together to form large, matted areas that appear to be dead. This disease rarely kills home bluegrass lawns, although young seedlings from a late fall seeding may be killed (fall sod will be fine). Fungicide applications are not recommended when snow mold occurs in a home lawn. The best way to speed recovery is to remove dead and matted material by light raking. Light spring nitrogen fertilization will help speed the growth of new grass from the underground stems that are not harmed by the snow mold fungus. Lawns that appear slow to recover this spring will benefit from core cultivation, followed by over seeding with the same grass species already present in the lawn. Contrary to popular belief, late-season fertilization (also called “fall” or “winterizer” fertilization) neither encourages snow mold nor increases its severity. It will encourage more rapid healing and recovery when lawns are afflicted with snow mold. ■

Garden Checklist  Clean up the garden. Remove last year’s dead plants, rake back winter mulches, and top-dress beds with compost.

 Yellow jackets can be a serious nuisance in late summer when they aggressively defend their territory (your garden). To attract the queens before they build new nests, place traps out now.

 Cut flower stalks back to the ground on daffodils, hyacinths and other spring flowering bulbs as the flowers fade. Do not cut the foliage until it dies naturally.  Check mower blades for sharpness. Set them at 2-1/2 to 3 inches, and maintain this height throughout the year.

 Watch for new growth on roses around mid April. Once it starts, prune back dead or damaged canes. ■

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Plants prosper when planted with friends By Jan Weeks Are you looking for a nontoxic way to keep pests out of your garden and grow bigger and better crops? Companion planting pairs different vegetables and fruits (yes, tomatoes are fruits) to repel insects. It’s been around for millennia, used by ancient peoples as well as today’s organic gardeners. Here are four reasons to follow this planting practice. • Companions help each other grow. Tall plants such as dill and nicotiana provide shade for lettuce and other sun-sensitive shorter plants. • Companions use garden space efficiently. Upright plants provide natural “stakes” for vining plants. Native Americans planted beans around corn and let the beans crawl up the stalks. • Companions prevent pest problems. Herbs, especially, send strong

Plant of the Month

Lenten Rose (Helleborus sp) - This lovely perennial will add much needed color and texture to your shade garden. All species of Hellebore grow well in Colorado but are grown best in shade due to our bright sunshine and dry air. Be sure to amend your soil with compost and water on a regular basis. Plant at the front of the border or along a walkway to enjoy the beautiful blooms. They are perfect companion plants for Bleeding Hearts, Hostas and Heuchera. Hellebore clumps rarely need division. Their foliage is evergreen and deer resistant. The blooms come in many different colors. They are long lasting and perfect for cut flowers.

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sensory stay-away messages to aphids and other critters. • Companions attract beneficial insects. Ladybugs, honeybees, and other pollinators help your garden grow. Rose growers have long planted garlic around their bushes to repel aphids and other pests. Cucumber and dill partner up to keep spider mites away and attract honeybees and ladybugs. Chives improve the taste of carrots, and if you plant basil among your tomatoes, not only does it boost the tomato flavor, but you have the makings of a tasty salad right there. Who says veggie plots have to be green and boring? Plant marigolds and nasturtiums along the edges to repel the bad bugs, and place a couple pots of mint (don’t plant in the garden or it will take over) to deter flies and mosquitos. Potatoes like sweet alyssum, which attracts delicate beneficial insects, such as predatory wasps. Sweet alyssum can also form a living ground cover under plants like broccoli. And your garden will smell sweet all summer. Yarrow repels aphids and attracts insects that prey on garden grubs, like ladybugs and wasps. See the chart, top right, for a short list of plants and what they like and don’t like. So does all this mean that you need a million acres to keep “unfriendly” plants away from each other? Not at all. Just be aware of what you put next to what. And accidently pairing up a couple of “unsociables” near each other won’t kill either one. You’ll still get your crops but maybe not as high a yield. Map your garden and make notes to see what works and what doesn’t so you can rearrange your plantings next year. Most of all, don’t stress over all this information. Relax. Enjoy. That’s what gardening’s supposed to be about. ■

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PLANT

LIKES

DISLIKES

Tomatoes

asparagus, basil, beans, carrots, celery, potatoes, cabbage, chives, collards, cucumber, garlic, lettuce, dill, kohlrabi marigold, mint, nasturtium, onion, parsley and peppers

Corn

beans

celery, tomatoes

Radishes

spinach

potatoes

Beans

corn

onions, beets

Cucumbers

asparagus, beans, celery, corn, dill, kohlrabi, lettuce, onion, peas, radishes

potatoes, sage

Peas

beans, carrots, celery, corn, cucumber, eggplant, parsley, peppers, potatoes, radish, spinach, strawberries and turnips

onions

Peppers

asparagus, basil, carrots, cucumbers, beans, cabbage, eggplant, endive, oregano, parsley, rose- Brussels sprouts, mary, squash, Swiss chard and tomatoes fennel

Spinach

cabbage family, eggplants, leeks, lettuce, potatoes peas, radish and strawberries

Strawberries beans, borage, garlic, lettuce, onions, peas, spinach and thyme

Plants in the cabbage family, fennel and kohlrabi.

Melons

corn, pumpkin, radish, squash and sunflowers

potatoes

Potatoes

bush beans, cabbage family, carrots, melons, asparagus, celery, corn, garlic, marigolds, onions and cucumber, kohlrabi, peas parsnips, rutabaga, squash, sunflower and turnips

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Activities offered by GJ Parks & Recreation

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

o register for the following programs call 254-3866 or visit www.gjparksandrec.org.

DANCE April 10 & 17

Country Swing Cost is $14 per person and you must register as acouple. Class is from 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at Lincoln Park Barn. April 14 & 19 Two Rivers Convention Center, Grand Junction, CO

Senior Recreation Center 550 Ouray Avenue - 970 243-7408

The Senior Recreation Center offers activities for seniors age 50 and older. The center is open Monday - Saturday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Annual membership is $10.

S e n i o r R e c re a ti o n C e n te r M o n t h ly C a le n d a r Monday

9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

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Ev e n ts

Beginning Line Dance No partner or previous dance skills needed. Class is at 12:15 p.m. Mondays at Lincoln Park Barn. Cost is $19. April 24 & May 1

Cowboy Cha Cha

No experience necessary to master this expressive couples line dance. Cost is $14 per person and you must register as a couple. Class is from 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at Lincoln Park Barn. Mondays

Cribbage Computer Classes Gray Gourmet Card Bingo Dominoes Singles Pinochle (1st & 3rd Monday)

Intermediate Line Dance

April 8-May 29 (Tues. & Thurs.)

Tuesday

9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m.

Cribbage & Pool Tourney Gray Gourmet Bingo

Wednesday

9:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m.

Ladies Pool, Card Social Jack & Jill Pool Tourney Free Blood Pressure Clinic (3rd Wed) Gray Gourmet Pinochle

Thursday

9:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m.

Canasta Bunco (3rd Thursday) Band (1st Thursday) Pokeno Dance

Friday

9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 12:30 p.m. 12:45 p.m.

Canasta, Painting Class & Pool Tourney Gray Gourmet Bible Study Bridge

Saturday

8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 1:30 p.m.

Bridge Class Bridge Bingo

Sunday

1:00 p.m.

Dance (1st & 3rd Sunday)

Cost is $34 for a 10-punch pass or $5 to drop in. Class is from 1 p.m.- 2:30 p.m. Mondays at Lincoln Park Barn.

FITNESS Total Core Conditioning

Condition your whole body using weights, exercise balls and your own body weight to improve balance, control and strength. Cost is $5 to drop in. Class takes place from noon to 12:45 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Lincoln Park Barn. April 25

Hike Wedding Canyon This 5-mile hike is a loop beginning at Wedding Canyon to Independence Rock then returning via Lower Monument Canyon. Bring water and lunch. Register by April 23. Hike is free and takes place at 10 a.m. Meet at Lower Monument Trail Head.

EDUCATION April 8

Knit a Lace Scarf This delicate scarf pattern is fun to

knit and simple to follow. Bring one skein (200 yards) lace weight wool blend or cotton yarn and one pair of size 10 knitting needles. Class is from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. at CayaColourYarn at J. Dyer Construction. Cost is $14. April 12

Pickleball Referee Clinic This free clinic will be from 9 a.m.11 a.m. at Lincoln Park Barn. Prepare yourself to help referee the Western Slope Regional Pickleball Tournament April 26-27. April 16

Backyard Beekeeping Class is at noon to 1 p.m. at Western Colorado Botanical Gardens. Cost is $5. April 23

Estate Planning for Baby Boomers Explore wills versus trusts, how to plan for a disability, and how best to leave your inheritance in this free class at 4:30 p.m. at The Law Office of Brown and Brown. Call 254-3866 to register.

Sports April 26 & 27

Regional Pickleball Tournament Doubles teams in men’s, women’s and mixed divisions. Three levels: 3.0, 3.5, and 4.0. Registrations deadline is 19. Tournament is at Lincoln Park Barn. Cost is $35. • Softball - Open to men and women age 50 or older. For details, call Carl at 255-6688. • Trail Host Program - Become an ambassador for the Riverfront Trail System. Applications accepted now. Call 254-3876 for details.

FESTIVALS April 19

Southwest Arborfest There will be a chili/salsa competition and tasting, tree seedling giveaway, live entertainment, Colorado craft beer expo, Earth Day booths, and more. Event takes place from noon to 5 p.m. at Lincoln Park. ■

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Dine in the Blind to support local low-vision services By Carla Johnson

magine living in a world where something as simple as sharing a meal becomes a challenge because of low vision or near blindness. The Center for Independence hosts their Dine in the Blind event to bring awareness to people with perfectly good eyesight by offering an experience of eating in the dark. Coordinator for Outreach Lexi Sherwood said the event is designed to be fun and educational. “Participants will get to experience what it’s like to learn to navigate without sight,” she said. The third annual supper and fundraiser on Saturday, April 12 will feature an Italian feast of lasagna (meat lovers, vegetarian or gluten-free), garlic bread, antipasto salad and tiramisu. Sherwood, 58, said diners are blindfolded upon arrival and are guided to their tables. “We give everybody a big bib,” she said. “Don’t come dressed up because it will get a little messy.” Dinner is served at 5 p.m. and the blinds come off at 6 p.m. for the live auction. “Buster Cattles will auction thousands of dollars worth of items ranging from home décor to adventure trips,” Sherwood said. Proceeds raised from the auction will fund grants for low-vision programs offered at CFI. Cathy Johnson, 65, is CFI program manager. She said CFI provides resources for people of any age with low vision. “We offer support groups and socialization, and we conduct home visits,” she said. “People with impaired vision are able to remain home and live independently if they have help.” CFI does not sell products for the vision impaired but they help locate equipment and recommend resources. One helpful piece of hardware is the Closed-Circuit TV (CCTV) elec-

tronic magnification reading system that enables visually impaired users to read a variety of materials. The CCTV projects a magnified image of the printed page onto a video monitor or television screen. A CCTV can cost anywhere from $2,000 to $3,200. “We get donations of these items from time to time, and we have a newer model here at the center,” Johnson said. Most of CFI’s members share information and practical tips in their low-vision groups. “You don’t have to be completely blind to join,” Johnson said. “If we grow old enough, most of us will end up with vision problems like glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.” Johnson said they once had a chaplain come in to talk to members about the grief process related to losing sight, and a police officer come to talk about identity theft and fraud prevention. She said they are currently planning a class in self-defense. Johnson said the vision impaired also offer valuable assistance to each other. “One man who was blind from birth taught the group how to fold paper money in such a way that you could differentiate between denominations,” she said. Programs at CFI are made available to the community through grants and donations, but Johnson stressed that the funding pool is getting smaller, which is why events like Dine in the Blind are important. Admission to Dine in the Blind is $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Tickets are available online at www. cfigj.org or at the Center for Independence at 740 Gunnison Ave. in Grand Junction. They are open from 8 a.m.5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 8 a.m. to noon Friday. For more information call 241-0315. ■

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Part 2 of 2 By Sandi Cameron

great fear of Western Colorado cattlemen was an invasion of sheep. Their primary complaint was that sheep grazed to the roots, preventing cattle from getting enough grass and not permitting the range to grow back. Stockmen came to the Craig area to establish ranches in the mid-1880s, but in 1894 they were infuriated when sheep that had summered in the Sierra Madre Range, near Rawlins, Wyoming, were herded to their rangeland. At a point south of Craig and Meeker, 3,800 sheep were stampeded over a bluff into Parachute Creek. A posse from Parachute discovered the hill of dead sheep at the foot of the 1,000-foot bluff, along with injured herder Carl Brown who had tried to protect the sheep. The Craig Courier reported the crime on September 14, stating the raiders were not apprehended. Colorado cattlemen passed resolutions the next May to prohibit sheep from entering the Yampa River Valley. The Cheyenne Leader reported resolutions passed which prohibited sheep from grazing or being herded through the “country drained by the Bear River, which includes all the territory from the Continental Divide west to Utah...” Sheep were not to be herded anywhere in northwestern Colorado. Voicing concern that the sheepherders would ignore the resolutions, the Leader reported “...stock feeders and cowboys, with a force of eight hundred to a thousand (men) are holding themselves in readiness, forcibly to resist any advance made south of Hahn’s Peak by the sheep owners. A war is imminent and unless the more conservative heads prevail, the rifle will figure a conspicuous part in a Routt County sheep war. The sheep that are causing the trouble

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Sheepherder. Circa 1936. Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress.

are some 60,000 head belonging to J. G. and G.W. Edwards and others in Wyoming.” The dispute was loosely settled, but Jack Edwards still, according to the Leader, “…wanted to move his sheep south so that he could load and ship them from Colorado rail heads operated by the Denver & Rio Grande.” One incident took place November 15, 1899, when 40 masked men rode up to a camp on the lower Snake River, clubbing and scattering 3,000 sheep. Many sheepmen in Western Colorado, often Basques from the French-Spanish border, began to receive sympathy because of the aggressive tactics by cattlemen. By 1915 sheep were legally grazing in Routt National Forest and in 1920 the Northwest Sheepgrowers Association was formed for mutual protection. Eventually sheepherders took their flocks to marginal and high altitude ranges that were unsuitable for cattle but where sheep fared very well. Much land became part of the federal forestry department, and the wideopen West had ever-growing limitations for both sheep and cattle men.

According to a Basque Guide, tensions often ran high in the Grand Junction area between ranchers and sheepmen, sometimes initiated by malicious tricks of local cowboys. Because cattlemen often showed little respect for local sheepherders, the Basques could not assume common courtesies, such as the proper burial of loved ones. Jean Urruty and 10-12 other Basque helped trail 6,000 head of sheep to Piñon Mesa through Grand Junction in 1926, crossing the Colorado River to the Redlands on the quite weakened, wooden Main Street bridge. An accident in 1937 raised eyebrows of local cowboys. Well-liked local range rider Charlie Glass’ light truck overturned near Cisco, Utah. The Daily Sentinel headline stated “Negro Cowboy Dies in Utah Car Accident…” Glass’ two passengers were sheepmen who had been wintering their herds in the Thompson and Cisco area. According to the Museum of Moab’s website, “Charlie was wounded in a violent skirmish

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with a group of Basque shepherds in response to his shooting of one of their countrymen (and died on his way to the hospital).” Today, many ranches still exist in Western Colorado, although ranching, in general, is becoming increasingly technological. Symposiums can be attended via the Internet on such issues as drought management for range and pastures. Local ranches still meet many of the needs of Western Colorado communities, however. The Roan Creek Ranch boasts, “We raise beef that is only fed grass in the summer and hay in the winter. The hay is grown right here on our ranches.” Others carry on traditions and innovations that allow them to be successful. The Paonia Ranger District of Gunnison National Forest, for instance, issues term grazing permits to 50 ranchers to graze 8,000 cattle and 18,000 sheep on 50,000 acres of reserved wilderness land. Once favored by Teddy Roosevelt, the 2,600acre Bear Wallow Ranch near Glenwood Springs grazes cattle on federal land within the White River National Forest. Spreads such as the Double RL Ranch near Ridgway remind us of the many brands used throughout the history of ranching in Colorado. Each Wednesday, visitors can peruse the local livestock auction in Loma. Western Colorado has a rich history of and continues to promote quality ranching in both cattle and sheep. Organizations such as the Colorado CattleWomen are dedicated to promoting today’s beef and sheep industries. May we likewise support our local ranchers, as well as our young people involved in 4-H, who

Ch Am ar

harlie Glass, one of the area’s first Africanmerican cowboys, lived for many years in the rea. Photo courtesy of Museum of Moab.

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Taylor and son Wayne. Mexican Herder holding mother sheep. The staff which Taylor holds has a hook on the end which is used to catch the sheep with. Taken at Goslen Bros. camp at Sugar Factory yards. Photo courtesy of the Museum of Western Colorado.

may, indeed, be our future ranchers. (Check out their championship steers and sheep at our Western Colorado county fairs each summer, if you have any doubts.) ■ Sheep on Delta County range. Photo courtesy of the Museum of Western Colorado.

Frosty mornings were spent bottle-feeding baby lambs and nights were characterized by sheltering new calves from winter storms. Dad was a shepherd. ...His seasons of life revolved around the growth and nurturing of animals. (Memories from an “Old Sheepherder’s Week-end”)

With thanks to the BLM, Colorado Historical Society, Museum of Moab, The Basque Sheepherder and the Museum of Western Colorado for information for this article.

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Should you freeze your credit reports? By Jason Alderman

lthough the odds of having your identity stolen remain quite low, anyone who’s ever had their bank or credit card account compromised knows what a pain it can be to unravel the mess. Sometimes enterprising hackers just need your Social Security number, address and date of birth to start opening new accounts in your name. Many victims don’t realize anything’s wrong until they apply for a new account and find their credit has been trashed or they start getting calls from collection agencies regarding unfamiliar accounts. More and more people have begun blocking access to information in their credit reports, even if there hasn’t been any fraudulent activity, by instituting a security freeze. A credit security freeze is where you instruct the three major credit bureaus to disallow new creditors from viewing your credit report and score. Because most businesses won’t lend without first checking your report, a freeze can deter identity thieves. Before going to the trouble and expense of doing a credit freeze, however, learn how the process works and be aware of several possible inconveniences: First, determine if you really need a credit freeze. If your credit or debit card is lost or stolen, you won’t necessarily be a victim of identity theft, which usually requires additional personal information. Similarly, fraudulent billing charges don’t necessarily indicate identity theft. Verify by reviewing your credit reports. You can order one free report annually from the three major bureaus through AnnualCreditReport.com; otherwise you’ll pay a small fee. To freeze your credit reports, you must individually contact each credit bureau: Equifax (www.equifax.com), Experian (www.experian.com) and TransUnion (www.transunion.com). You’ll need to supply your name, address, birth date, Social Security

number and other personal information. Filing requirements and fees vary based on your state of residence (commonly $5 to $10). People over age 65 sometimes receive a discount and if you are an identity theft victim, credit freezes are free although you’ll need to provide supporting paperwork. Once implemented, you’ll receive a unique personal identification number (PIN) from each credit bureau. Store these PINs securely because you’ll need them to temporarily lift a credit freeze and then reinstate it— usually for a fee. All these fees can really add up, so if you’re planning any action that requires a credit check, you may want to hold off implementing a freeze. It can take up to five business days to process a request for a security freeze or temporary lift, so plan major purchases or other credit actions carefully. A few additional facts about credit freezes: Although freezes can help block the creation of new credit accounts, they can’t prevent an identity thief from making charges to existing accounts. Your current creditors can still access your credit reports, as can collection agencies acting on their behalf. Government agencies have access for collecting child support payments or taxes, to investigate Medicaid fraud, or in response to court or administrative orders, subpoenas or search warrants. You can temporarily lift a credit freeze either for a specific period of time, or for a specific party, say, a potential landlord or employer. If you lose your PIN, you may request a new one, although there may be a fee. Bottom line: Always monitor your credit reports to spot errors or fraudulent activity. To take security a step further, consider placing a credit freeze on your reports. ■

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Montrose book club promotes discussion, interest among senior bookworms By Liesl Greathouse

ookworms of all ages are invited to participate in the Montrose Regional Library’s monthly book club. “We promote reading and fun by sharing our reading discussions with other people,” the library’s volunteer and adult programs manager Meg Nagel, 63, said. The group attracts participants of all ages, who read everything from bestsellers to obscure works. At the August meeting, members suggest books to read in the coming year and vote on them. The top 11 books will be read over the course of the year. “The group is made up of interesting, smart and insightful people,” Nagel said. “Because of that, I love our discussions and because of that, I love our selection of books.” Fiction or nonfiction, one thing participants can be sure of is a broad selection. The group reads everything from best sellers like “Gone Girl” by Gillian Flynn to obscure works like “The Master and Margarita” by Mikhail Bulgakov, and from science fiction stories like “The Dog Stars” to classics like “The Great Gatsby.” “I’m really proud of our discussions because we have a really intelligent group and everybody reads differently,” Nagel said. Nagel said the club’s most recent selection, “The Master and Margarita,” a Russian political satire from the 1930s, provoked powerful discussion among the members. “Some were really interested in the political side, while others were interested in the fact that the guy who wrote it was a strong Christian living in Soviet Russia,” she said. “It is interesting that everybody finds different messages in what we read. Some might really hate a book, but after our group discussion they will say, ‘I’m beginning to like the book.’”

Outside of the monthly discussion time, the group will occasionally go and see a movie that is based on a book they have read. “It just so happened that we chose ‘The Book Thief’ to read in November when the movie came out, so many of us went to see it,” Nagel said. Nagel believes that the book club is beneficial to the community. “I think anytime you get people together for discussions, like in a book club to talk about books, it brings up values, hopes and dreams,” she said. “We may be talking about a book but it brings up other stuff, so people get to know each other and learn to accept and negotiate differences. It is useful to any community to have people who have experience sharing information and accepting differences.” The list of books to be read by the book club is available at the Montrose Library. Even if someone has not read the current book, they are welcome to attend a meeting to see the dynamics of the club. The club meets from 9 a.m.-10 a.m. on the second Saturday of the month in room 102 at Colorado Mesa University’s Montrose Campus, 320 S. Second St. in Montrose. For more information, call 964-2548. ■

What book should you read

next?

Here are the remaining selections on the Montrose Library Book Club’s list. April: “Little Princes: One Man’s Promise to Bring Home the Lost Children of Nepal” by Conor Grennan May: “Gone Girl” by Gillian Flynn June: “An Invisible Thread: The True Story of an 11-year-old Panhandler; a Busy Sales Executive, and an Unlikely Meeting with Destiny” by Laura Schroff July: “Apassionata” by Eva Hoffman

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Ways to worship during Lent By Jenny Barnes, First Christian Church

8:45am…Contemporary Serv.

9:50am…Sunday School

10:50am…Traditional Serv.

ent is the period of fasting and penitence over the 40 days between Ash Wednesday and Easter Eve, recalling Christ’s 40 days in the wilderness. As kids, we made the ultimate sacrifice of foregoing soda or candy as our lent “penance.” As adults, that changed to more serious abstinence considerations. But besides giving up something, maybe we should add something, such as a daily reflection period, reading Bible messages, meditating or attending special weekly Lenten observances. There are many ways to honor this time. It’s a matter of finding what is most meaningful to you. Consider this: At First Christian Church, 1326 N. First St., we offer Lenten Lunches each Wednesday at noon through April 16. We share a meal together and listen to talks with the theme of “Wilderness Wanderings.” Our special Lenten Bible Study at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Wednesdays is on “Animate Faith.” Please join us

for any of these lessons. Feel free to drop in. Our Lenten Sermon Series is “Broken People Used by God.” We also welcome you to join us during Holy Week. Following Lent, our Holy Week observances are

• April 13 - Palm Sunday Join us for a reenactment of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem at 8:45 a.m. and 10:50 a.m.

• April 17 - Maundy Thursday Reflect on the meaning of Jesus’ last meal with His disciples and remember the crucifixion at 7 p.m.

• April 17 & 18 - Easter Prayer Vigil and “Journey to the Cross” Pray and/or partake in the interactive journey on the last days of Jesus’ life. This event will take place in the evening. Feel free to drop by.

• April 20 - Easter Sunday Breakfast/Worship and Cantata At 9 a.m., enjoy a celebratory Easter meal before worship. At 10:50 a.m., join us in lessons and songs. For more information, call First Christian Church at 243-7204. ■

Worship at Montrose United Methodist Church

ontrose United Methodist Church opens its doors to its members and the community to connect worship and daily growth to spiritual, relational and emotional wellness. Join us in our Lenten journey by attending any of these events.

• April 13 - Holy Week Worship Begins with Pancake Breakfast Worship times are at 8:15 a.m., 9:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. MUMC youth will host their annual Pancake Breakfast from 8 a.m.-11 a.m.

• April 14-18 - Prayer Stations

Come by anytime from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Thursday or 9 a.m.1 p.m. Friday to spend time with out Lord in prayer.

• April 17 - Meditation & Holy Communion on Holy Thursday

A quiet, meditative service of Holy

Communion and responsive singing.

• April 18 - Good Friday Our choir will present “The Song of the Shadows” at 7 p.m.

• April 20 - Resurrection Sunday & Free Community Easter Dinner Worship at 8:15 a.m., 9:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Children can participate in an Easter egg hunt at 10:45 a.m. Everyone is welcome to join us from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. for fellowship, good food and a celebration of the resurrection during this free Easter meal. Volunteers are also welcome to help set-up, cook, serve and clean. Come and join us this spring and find new hope. For a list of more activities and information, call Montrose United Methodist Church at 249-3716 or visit www.montroseumc. org. ■

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How to pick a secure password Ask the computer guy By Daniel Ashurst, Alpine Computer Solutions

s you know, many websites and software require a username and password. If you are accessing an online game, maybe the security of your password isn’t very important. But what if the password is to your online bank account? You may want to protect it with a state-of-the-art password. But here’s the trick: How do you come up with such a password and also manage to remember it? Throughout my years as a computer professional, I have found that there are people with a lot to lose ﬁnancially that are notoriously lacking security with their choice of passwords. I believe it is because they have not taken the time to formulate a password that is secure and easy to remember. What are the keys to building a secure password? A strong password starts with the following base elements: • Is at least eight characters long • Does not contain your username, real name, or company name • Does not contain a complete word • Is signiﬁcantly different from previous passwords • Contains a capital letter(s) • Contains a lowercase letter(s) • Contains a number • Contains a symbol that is on your keyboard (~!@#$%^&*()_+?<.>/) The rules for websites may vary, but most adopt these standards. A password like “sassy123” when you have a cat named Sassy is a poor choice. Steer clear of pet names unless you mask their names. For example, use “$” instead of an “s” and substitute “@” for the “a.” Add another arbitrary

symbol and you could come up with S@$$y!@#. (This is using the shift key on 1, 2 and 3 on the end.) Since S@$$y!@# does not contain any full words and cannot be found in a dictionary, it is a stronger and more secure password. But keep in mind that the use of “@” for “a” and “$” for “s” is still quite common. So choosing the right phrase or name is important as well as choosing the symbols to be incorporated. When setting up a password for your wireless router access code, consider adding a space in the password and making it more like a phrase. For example create a phrase like “Spot loves to swim.” Now implement the following alphabet: $=s, o=0, ^=v, 3=e, 1=i and you come up with a wireless phrase of “$p0t l0^3$ t0 $w1m” Yes, it is not something that will be easy to remember, but keep in mind that wireless access codes are generally saved by your computer or device.

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There are no rules for the alphabet so just get creative and remember to make yourself a key so that you can always refer back to it. When you make a phrase that is easy for you to remember but is difﬁcult to decipher after being put through the alphabet change, it will give you greater protection. Remember that passwords are private. So don’t give your password out to anyone unless there is a very good reason for doing so. And if you do have to give it out, once the need has passed, change the password to something different. The extra effort to keep yourself secure may be just the thing that deters the crook from attempting to hack your account. ■ Email your questions to Daniel Ashurst with Alpine Computer Solutions at solutions@alpinepc.com or mail them to the BEACON at P.O. Box 3895, Grand Junction, CO 81502. For professional assistance, call Daniel at 234-1011 or Alpine Computer Solutions at 257-1011.

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April 2014 Share prices vary throughout the season. In May, a four-week spring garden share can be purchased for $100. An 18-week summer share starts at $375. Shares can be as much as $800 for 18 weeks depending on the size of a family. “I loved the freshness and variety of produce,” CSA member Lisa Moeller said. “I got to try things I had never even heard of before.” Members can pick up produce from 4:30 p.m.6:30 p.m. Thursdays at Lincoln Park in Grand Junction, from 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. at the Fruita Farmers Market, or from 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays at the farm in Palisade. Washkowiak likes the marketstyle pick up because “It gives us a chance to talk to our members. That’s the whole point of a community farm—relationships. It’s a great relationship for all of us.” Bags will be available for members to pack their produce in, but Washkowiak encouraged members to bring reusable grocery bags to carry their produce. “Our goal is that everyone eat like a farmer,” Washkowiak said. “When you grow your own produce, you can eat as much as you want.” Field to Fork still has openings for CSA members. To sign up, visit www. fieldtoforkcsa.com or call 216-2642.

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www.BeaconSeniorNews.com foods. Culinary herbs are also included. Many CSA members are returning customers. Owners Lynn and Guy Borden said membership has doubled each year since they started the CSA five years ago. “We go for taste and quality,” Lynn, 62, said. The Bordens have farmed in Pea Green for 19 years. Being healthy eaters who love to cook, their passion grew into the desire for a self-sustaining farm. Lynn called it a culinary adventure. The farm grows a variety of produce, including many types you can’t find in the grocery store. They grow several different types of cucumbers and summer squash, boasting numerous varieties and shapes. Tomatoes are the most popular and prominent fruit at the farm. “Some people do this as a hobby, but we do it for a living,” Guy, 63, said. Guy said it takes a lot of hard work to maintain a farm because of dealing with unfavorable weather conditions. “We have accomplished our vision of a true small family farm,” Guy said. A 16-week vegetable summer share is $495. Details about their fruit share will be available on their website, www.bordenfarms.com, mid-May. Produce is available for pick up in towns throughout the Western Slope including Montrose, Telluride, Ridgway and Grand Junction. Borden Farms still has CSA shares available for the upcoming season. Shares are offered on a first come basis, so sign up now! For more information about memberships and pickup locations, visit www.bordenfarms. com or call 874-1064. ■

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Mesa County Club Activities Compiled by Liesl Greathouse • Friendship Force meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month at Community Hospital’s lower conference room. Call 260-4653 or visit www.thefriendshipforce.org. • Western Slope Coin Club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month at the VFW Post 1247, 1404 Ute Ave. Get a free coin/ currency evaluation before the meeting at 5:30 p.m. Call 241-1770 or visit ww.gjcoinshow.com. • Two River Sams Chapter, Good Sam RV Club, meets at noon on April 19. For location, call 523-5625. • Grand Valley Knights is a group of auto enthusiasts that meets every Saturday from 8 a.m.-10 a.m. at Spoons Bistro and Bakery with their sport and classic vehicles. Call 462-6762 or visit www.grandvalleyknights.com. • Mesa County Genealogical Society meets at 7 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month at the Commons of Hilltop and at noon on the fourth Wednesday of the month (bring a lunch) at the Museum of Western Colorado. A help session is at 1 p.m. on the first Friday of the month at one of the Mesa County libraries. Call 245-5312. • Two Rivers Cribbage Club meets from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Thursdays at the Masonic Lodge. Call 261-1670. • Happy Feet Rounds meets at the Masonic Lodge on Sundays for a variety of dancing, including waltz, rumba, cha-cha and more. Beginners are welcome from 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m. and intermediate dancers are welcome from 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Call 243-5858. • Grand Valley Woodcarvers Club meets from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of the month and from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays at the Redlands United Methodist Church. Call 245-8817 or 523-5965. • Levis & Lace Square Dance Club has beginner classes from 7 p.m.8:30 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge. Call 936-8801 or 434-6541. • Art Jewelers’ Guild meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Monday of each

month at the Grandview Apartments, 1501 N. First St. Call 243-1220. • Stamp Collectors meet the second Wednesday at White Star Electric at 7 p.m. Call 986-1502. • Western Slope Non-Smoking Singles has potlucks on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month at 1 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church. They go out to eat on the third Wednesday of the month and have monthly outings. Call 434-5277. • Mesa Fiberarts Guild meets at noon the first Wednesday of the month at First Presbyterian Church, and at 6 p.m. the first Thursday of the month at the Center for Independence. Call 256-1257 or visit www.mesafiberartsguild.org. • Blue Lodge Masons meet at 10 a.m. the first Saturday of the month at the Masonic Lodge. Call 245-5312. • Grand Mesa Back Country Horsemen meet at 7 p.m. on the first Monday of the month. For location and details, call 242-8860. • Vestafjell Lodge, Sons of Norway will meet at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 13, at Zion Lutheran Church in Montrose. Enjoy Scandinavian culinary demonstrations. Bring a potluck dish. Call 241-2094 or visit www.vestafjell lodge.org. • Play Pinochle from 1:30 p.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays at Nellie Bechtel Senior Apartments. Will teach beginners. Call 241-0048. • Bookcliff Duplicate Bridge Club welcomes new members to play at 2923 North Ave. Open games are at 1 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays and 6:30 p.m. Thursdays. Call 243-7874. • The Brush & Palette Club meets at 1 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at the Art Center. The public is welcome. The Brush & Palette Club provides opportunities for members to learn, practice and improve technical skills and abilities in all fine art media. Call 241-0410. • Western Colorado Decorative Artists meets at 9 a.m. on the second Saturday of the month at the First Congregational Church, 1425 N. Fifth St. in Grand Junction. Call 640-2751. ■

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MET Opera in HD - “La Boheme” The Metropolitan Opera is broadcasted worldwide for millions to experience. See Puccini’s “La Boheme” right here in Grand Junction at Regal Cinemas, 648 Market St., at 10:55 a.m. on April 5 and the encore at 6:30 p.m. April 9. For more information, call 241-2271. April 7

Joint pain seminar Attend a free, one-hour seminar and find out what you can do about your joint pain. Learn about the causes and latest treatments, including information on medications, nutrition and exercise. Seminar takes place from 11 a.m. to noon at the Saccomanno Education Center on the fifth floor of St. Mary’s Hospital. Call 298-2380 to register or for more information. April 9

Medicare Educational Session The Senior Health Insurance Assistance Project (SHIP) will hold an educational session specifically for new Medicare beneficiaries from 10 a.m. to noon at RSVP in the lower level of US Bank, 422 White Ave. Seating is limited. Call 243-9839 to RSVP.

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from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at 1427 Q Road in Loma. If you have been thinking about adding alpacas to your life, this is the event for you to attend. We will have over 50 alpacas for you to choose from. There will also be farm tours, educational information and products for sale. For more information and directions, call 250-7044 or visit www.horsemountainalpacas. com

Center, 159 Main St. BeaconFest features an exciting lineup of entertainment, free food, lively seminars and informational booths from over 90 senior-related businesses. Thousands of dollars worth of door prizes will be given away. BeaconFest is free to attend. Local volunteers will be recognized at 12:50 p.m. and Volunteer of the Year will be announced. For more information, call 243-8829.

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Find great bargains and save money at the annual Veterans Golden Age Games Team Yard Sale at 8 a.m. in the Veterans Medical Center parking lot, 2121 North Ave. Item donations are appreciated and will be accepted at 8 a.m. Proceeds will assist team members in their travels to the 2014 National Golden Age Games in Fayetteville, Arkansas in June. For more information, call 245-6175.

“Dine in the Blind” is a fun and unique fundraiser for the Center for Independence that focuses on raising awareness of the obstacles people with blindness and low vision go through on a daily basis. Participants are led to a table where they will enjoy a delicious Italian feast (vegetarian and gluten-free options available) while blindfolded. After dinner the blindfolds come off for a live auction and dance with live music by Desert Flyer. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Event takes place at 5 p.m. at the Center for Independence, 740 Gunnison Ave. For more information and to purchase tickets, call 241-0315.

The Brush & Palette Club hosts this demonstration at 1 p.m. at the Art Center, 1803 N. Seventh St. Susan Thiele will show you how to take advantage of the unpredictability of Yupo, how to paint in sections, how to take advantage of the white of the paper and why it is important to be bold with the first layer on Yupo. For details, call 241-0410.

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Fly Fishing Expo Grand Valley Anglers Chapter of Trout Unlimited is sponsoring the 16th annual Fly Fishing Exposition from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. at the DoubleTree Hotel, 743 Horizon Drive in Grand Junction. This free event will include special youth programs, hourly fishing programs, bucket raffles, silent auctions, demonstrations, and fly fishing and outdoor vendors. For more information, call 683-8879 or visit www.grand-valley-anglers.org. April 12

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BeaconFest Boomer & Senior Fair The 14th annual BeaconFest Boomer & Senior Fair will be held from 9 a.m.3 p.m. at Two Rivers Convention

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Writers Workshop: “Show, Don’t Tell: How Do They Do That?” Award-winning writer and editor Jan Weeks will present this workshop from 9 a.m. to noon at Brass Frog Bookworks, 2764 Compass Drive, in the second-floor conference room. This workshop shows writers how to create successful settings, characters, scenes, and more. Cost is $30. Seating is limited. For details or to reserve your space, call 255-6679.

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Handel’s “Messiah” This concert by the Messiah Choral Society is offered each Easter Sunday as a musical gift to the Grand Valley. “Messiah” is widely regarded as a musical masterpiece. Written in 1741, it has stood the test of time being performed annually throughout the world. In addition to its musical excellence, “Messiah” tells the story of Christ in which many find spiritual renewal, particularly on Easter Sunday. Admission is free. The concert will start at 2:30 p.m. at the Grand Junction High School auditorium, 1400 N. Fifth St. April 22

Grand Mesa Chorus free concert All music lovers in the valley and the many friends and family of Grand Mesa Chorus are invited to this free concert at 7 p.m. at Redlands United Methodist Church, 527 Village Way. This will be a dress rehearsal performance in preparation for the annual Regional Sweet Adelines competition in Colorado Springs on May 3. Cover Charge Quartet and The Bookcliff Barbershop Chorus will also be featured. For more information, visit www.grandmesachorus.org. April 25

Schumann Singers spring concert The Schumann Singers will present their 20th anniversary spring From left: Program Manager Maggie Moorland, Senior Companion Program Coordinator Tamara Vliek, Office Manager Susan Garcia, volunteer Alice Kerk, Foster Grandparents Program Coordinator Tanya Fink and volunteer Barb Reynolds in front of the new office for the St. Mary’s Foster Grandparents & Senior Companion Programs at 2530 N. Eighth St., Suite 102. For more information or to volunteer, call Foster Grandparents at 298-9091 or Senior Companions at 298-9092. Foster Grandparents volunteer Alice Kerk stops by the new office for the programs’ recent open house. Foster Grandparents Program Coordinator Tanya Fink visits with volunteer Jeannine Blue Bird.

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April 2014 Activity Schedule

“Young-at-heart adults getting together for fun and friendship!” Fridays at 5 p.m. - Friday Afternoon Club (FAC) meets in The DoubleTree Hotel’s lounge, 743 Horizon Drive. The first FAC meeting of the month is the business meeting. Call Janice Koppang at 261-9114 or 433-7108 for details. Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. - Early Start Breakfast at Denny’s on Horizon Drive. Visitors welcome. Call Debbie Grose at 245-4995 for details.

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Tuesdays at 4:45 p.m. - Taco Tuesday in Bailey’s Lounge at the Grand Vista Hotel, 2790 Crossroads Blvd. For details, call 241-6383.

The Metropolitan Opera is broadcasted worldwide for millions to experience. See Mozart’s “Cosi fan tutte” right here in Grand Junction at Regal Cinemas, 648 Market St, at 10:55 a.m. on April 26 and the encore at 6:30 p.m. April 30. For more information, call 241-2271.

Wednesdays at 5 p.m. - Dine out at the following locations every week. Visitors welcome. Call Debbie Grose at 245-4995 for details.

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Senior Law Day Conference This conference, held from 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at Two Rivers Convention Center, will provide valuable legal information on a variety of topics that interest seniors. The conference will offer educational training, with presenters being experienced attorneys and professionals in our local community. The conference will feature programs throughout the day, an appreciation luncheon and keynote speaker. Cost is $5, which includes the conference, lunch, session materials, local resources and entertainment. For details, call 243-7940, ext. 1. ■

April 2 - Olive Garden April 9 - Dos Hombres (Redlands) April 16 - Blue Moon April 23 - Chili’s April 30 - Texas Roadhouse Saturdays at 9 a.m. - Join us for a leisurely bicycle ride. Meet at Albertsons in the Redlands. Call ahead. Call Bob Lewis at 263-8462. Sundays at 12:30 p.m. - Bowling Sunday and card games at Orchard Mesa Lanes, 295 27 Road. RSVP to Bob Lewis at 263-8462. Saturday, April 5 at noon - Enjoy billiards, games of pool and lunch at Bank 8 Billiards, 2460 Patterson Road. Call Mary Wynn at 255-7370 for details. Wednesday, April 9 at 11 a.m. - Meet at the Museum of Western Colorado, 462 Ute Ave., for an adventure through time. We will have lunch afterwards. Call Janice Koppang at 261-9114 for details. Tuesday, April 15 at 5 p.m. - Dinner, cards and games at Jan Koppang’s house, 636 Horizon Dr. BYOB (or soda). For details, call 242-5616. Thursday, April 17 at 9 a.m. - BeaconFest Senior Fair from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Two Rivers Convention Center. Free admission, food, live entertainment, door prizes, booths, seminars and more! Call Genevra Shal at 778-9429 for details. Thursday, April 17 at 5:30 p.m. - Restaurant Rove to Texas Roadhouse, 2870 North Ave. Call Mitzi Taylor at 242-2907 for details.

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Weight loss surgery seminar If you are considering weight loss surgery, attend a free education session presented by the staff of St. Mary’s Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Center. Learn how the different types of surgery work, who qualifies, and how St. Mary’s will support you as you change your life. Sessions take place at the St. Mary’s Life Center, 2686 Patterson Road in Grand Junction. Call 298-6400 to register. • April 9 - 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. • April 23 - noon to 1:30 p.m.

Project U Weight Management Program This six-class series presented by a registered dietitian, a behavioral health therapist and a physical therapist starts April 14. Come learn more about quick healthy meals, making healthy eating a lifestyle, tips for keeping off the weight and more.

Classes are held from 4:30 p.m.6 p.m. Mondays at Community Professional Plaza, 2004 N. 12th St. Cost is $99 for the six weeks or $20 a class. For details and to RSVP, call 242-9123.

Subsidized animal spay/neuter program The Mesa County Animal Welfare Partnership is partnering with area veterinarians to offer spay and neuter vouchers for Mesa County pet owners. With these vouchers, the cost of the procedure will be $20 to the pet owner. These vouchers will be given out on a first-come, first-serve basis and are valid through July 31. For more information, call Mesa County Animal Services at 242-4646 or call any of the participating veterinarians below. • All Pets Center - 241-1976 • Amigo Animal Clinic - 245-0210 • Animal Birth Control - 523-5487 • Animal Medical Clinic - 434-4094

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Festival for Creative Pianists Young pianists will compete in this competition at the Moss Performing Arts Center Recital Hall at Colorado Mesa University on Friday, April 4 and Saturday, April 5. Inspired by two of last year’s winners, Lauren Danforth and Emma McKinch, the festival’s director, Dr. Arthur Houle, is ushering in a new $100 prize category, “Best Demonstration of Spontaneous Improvisation,” at this year’s festival. Guest Artist Luke Gillespie Piano Trio will perform at 7:30 p.m. April 4, and tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for seniors. The participants will perform their best selections at 7:30 p.m. on April 5, and tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for seniors. For more information and to purchase tickets, call 248-1604.

Senior Law Day Conference This conference, held from 7:30 a.m.4 p.m. May 1 at Two Rivers Convention Center, will provide valuable legal information on a variety of topics that interest seniors such as reverse mortgages, grandparents’ rights, longterm care insurance and annuities, veterans benefits, Medicaid planning and more. The conference will offer the opportunity for educational training, with presenters being experienced attorneys and professionals within our local community. The conference will feature programs throughout the day, an appreciation luncheon and Chief District Court Judge of the 21st Judicial District David A. Bottger as the keynote speaker.

April 2014 Cost is $5, which includes the conference, lunch, session materials, local resources and entertainment. For details, call 243-7940, ext. 1.

Transitions with Grace: Caring for our Aging Relatives This two-hour workshop addresses the top seven critical issues affecting seniors and their families as they all try to age gracefully. These top issues include legal tools, financial options, care options, family dynamics and communication skills, dementia care, housing options and managing the medical maze. The focus is on educating adults of seniors and seniors themselves on the ways they can prevent poor outcomes by being proactive and better organized. Participants will walk away with a plan of action for themselves and their family to be better prepared for their future. This workshop is free to attend. To register, call 242-7970. • April 14, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 522 White Ave. • April 26, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. at Canyon View Church, 736 24-1/2 Road

Support groups • Mending Hearts Support Group is for any adult who has experienced the death of a loved one. This group meets from 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m. every Thursday at the Miller Homestead at HopeWest, 3090 N. 12th St. Call 2488844 for more information. • Caregiver Connections is open to all caregivers. This group meets from 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. every Tuesday at the Miller Homestead at HopeWest, 3090 N. 12th St. Call 248-8844 for more information. • MACHO Men, a cancer support group, meets at 5 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at St. Mary’s Hospital’s Java City Café. For details, call 298-2351. • St. Mary’s Stroke Support Group meets from 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. on the third Friday of each month in the Grand Mesa Room of St. Mary’s Life Center, 2686 Patterson Road. • Breast Cancer Support Group meets from 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month in the Reflection Room of St. Mary’s Hospi-

April 2014 tal. Call 298-2254 for details. • GriefShare is a nondenominational Christ-based support group for those mourning the death of a loved one. Class is from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Mondays. For details, call Vicci Hofmann at 628-1453.

Museum Activities • April 10 - Changing Landscapes of Science Lecture at 7 p.m. at the Whitman Educational Center, 248 S. Fourth St. Topic is “Western Colorado’s Oil Shale Boom and Black Sunday,” presented by Bob Silbernagel. Cost is $5 for members and $10 for nonmembers. • April 17 - Oral history presentation at noon at the Whitman Educational Center, 248 S. Fourth St. • April 18 - Sea Monsters of the Grand Valley exhibit opens at Dinosaur Journey in Fruita and will run through Labor Day. This new summer exhibit stars a life-size, moving restoration of an Elasmosaurus, a 38foot long marine reptile with a long neck and four paddle-like flippers. This reptile roamed the shallow seas of North America during the Late Cretaceous period. • April 18 - Downtown Grand Junction Walking Tour starts at Museum of the West, 462 Ute Ave. Cost is $5.

www.BeaconSeniorNews.com needed to work at one of their senior dining sites one day per week. Call 243-9844. • Gentiva Hospice needs volunteers to help patients tell their life stories. Training is provided. Call 245-0188. • St. May’s Foster Grandparent Program needs volunteers to help tutor and mentor school children that are at risk for developmental delays. Call Tanya at 263-9091. • St. Mary’s Senior Companion Program needs volunteers to provide companionship and assistance to a senior in need. Call Tamara at 263-9092. ■

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Volunteer opportunities • RSVP connects individuals 55 and older to volunteer positions in any of our member agencies. For a list of volunteer opportunities and to register, call 243-9839. • Mesa County SOS needs volunteer drivers to give seniors rides to grocery shopping, pharmacy and medical visits once a week. Must be 25 or older and pass a background check. SOS will reimburse for mileage. Call 248-2746. • HopeWest is seeking volunteers for a variety of positions. Call Diane at 257-2378. • Operation Interdependence needs volunteers to write notes for the troops, help collect products and pack civilian rations. Call 523-4217. • Gray Gourmet needs several adult volunteers to deliver a weekday lunch to homebound seniors in the Grand Valley. Volunteers are also

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This three-day festival at the Fox Theater premieres a powerful collection of 33 insightful and award-winning outdoor and environmental films that share the spirit of adventure, including the world premiere of “The New Black” by Evan Kay. The weekend festivities in downtown Montrose also include a kick-off block party, free music and entertainment, downtown adventure-themed art walk, adventure media series and panel discussions, special appearances, gear giveaways, Yoga in a Yurt with Prana ambassador Olivia Hsu, organized mountain bike, road bike and run, and more. For details and tickets, call 497-8558 or visit montroseaff.bpt.me April 5

Montrose Women’s Club Flea Market The Montrose Women’s Club will be sponsoring a Flea Market from 8 a.m.4 p.m. at Friendship Hall, 1001 N. Second St. in Montrose. Breakfast and lunch will be available. Free admission. Proceeds go to local charities. For details, call 964-4721. April 5

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at 2 Rascals Brewing Company, 147 N. First St. in Montrose. Tickets are $10. For details and to buy tickets, call 249-2886 or visit canyoncreek. eventbrite.com April 9

Ethnobotany seminar, demonstration Archeologist Carol Patterson and BLM Archeologist Glade Hadden will talk about ethnobotany, the study of relationships between people and plants. Focus will be on Native Utes and surrounding Native Americans’ use of Yucca. There will be hands-on demonstrations of stripping yucca leaves for making sandals, mats, rope and soap. Not just for adults—bring the grandkids! This event is open to the public and starts at 7 p.m. at the City Centennial Room off Centennial Plaza, 433 S. First St. in Montrose. For details, call 249-1115 or visit www. montrosegardens.org. April 11

Artists’ reception in Hotchkiss The Creamery Arts Center, 165 W. Bridge St. in Hotchkiss, is proud to present the work of 12 artists from Delta’s Confluence Gallery, who will be combining their efforts for a show in the Peach Gallery. An artists’ reception will be held from 6 p.m.8 p.m. This show will be on display through May 5. Opening night festivities include refreshments and a cash

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Dances at the Montrose Pavilion The Montrose Pavilion Dance Club hosts dances at the Montrose Pavilion, 1800 Pavilion Drive, from 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m. On April 12, music will be provided by the Ghost River Band. On April 26, music will be provided by Ric and Karen. Admission is $5. For details, call 252-7172. April 15

Lunch and Learn Region 10 Community Living Services is launching a series of presentations designed to educate the public on topics related to aging, disabilities and some of the issues caregivers face. This series will take place each month from noon to 1 p.m. on the third Tuesday at Region 10, 300 N. Cascade Ave. in Montrose. April’s topic is “The Gatekeepers: Guardianship,” presented by Cheryl Oeltjenbruns of CM Care Management, LLC. For details, call 249-2436, ext. 201. April 17

Weight loss surgery seminar If you are considering weight loss surgery, attend a free education session from 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. presented by the staff of St. Mary’s Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Center. Learn how the different types of surgery work, who qualifies, and how St. Mary’s will support you as you change your life. Sessions take place at the Holiday Inn Express in Montrose. Call 298-6400 to register. April 22

Partners Auction The 25th annual Partners Auction will be broadcast from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. on KUBC 580 AM, KIX Colorado Country 94.1 FM, and SUNNY KBNG 103.7 FM. It will also be streaming live on www.coloradoradio.org. Partners has served youth in the tricounty area for more than 27 years. The auction is their most important fundraising event of the year and it enables them to continue their work with children who are faced with the most difficult circumstances. You can support Partners by bidding on auction items, donating auction

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items, sponsoring an auction board, or volunteering to help during the auction. For details, call 249-1116 or visit www.partners-west.org. April 27

Valley Symphony spring concert Valley Symphony Association will continue its 43rd season with a spring chorus concert at 3 p.m. at the Montrose Pavilion, 1800 Pavilion Drive. The concert will feature great music that everyone can enjoy and several pieces will feature the wonderful talents of the Valley Youth Orchestra members. A few of the highlights include George Gershwin’s “An American in Paris,” and selections from the award-winning musical “Chicago.” Tickets are $20 for adults and seniors. Purchase discounted advance tickets online at www.valleysymphony.net or at Clubb’s in Delta, and Howard Davidson Insurance Agency, Colorado West Investments and DeVinny Jewelers in Montrose. Tickets also available at Montrose Pavilion Office via credit card by calling 249-7015. April 28

AARP SMART Driver Safety Course Bill Heddles Recreation Center will host this program from 8 a.m.-12:45 p.m. at 530 Gunnison River Drive in Delta. Save money on insurance and keep up on newer traffic laws. Fee is $15 for AARP members and $20 for nonmembers. Preregistration is required. For more information and to register, call 424-1778. May 3

Sharefest Hundreds of volunteers from area churches will perform service projects benefitting the community. Projects are defined to improve our schools, parks, city and county properties, to assist the elderly and to serve those in need. This outreach will include a food drive for local food pantries, blood drive and a coat drive. To donate food or coats, or if you need a coat, stop by the the Columbine Middle School parking lot from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Donation boxes will be placed around town as well. Monetary donations are also accepted. For details, call 249-5270. ■

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Night in Tuscany dinner Don’t miss the Creamery Art Center’s lasagna dinner at 5:30 p.m. on April 26 with appetizers and a cash bar. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. and will include freshly baked bread, a garden salad and your choice of meat or veggie lasagna. Finish off the evening with dessert. Cost is $25 for nonmembers. Tickets are available at the Creamery Arts Center, 165 W. Bridge St. in Hotchkiss, or call 8724848. Please RSVP by April 22.

Events for veterans The Warrior Resource Center, 11 S. Park Ave. in Montrose, has the following events scheduled for veterans in April. If you have not previously registered with the Warrior Resource Center as a veteran, bring a form of military ID with you. Call 765-2210. • All veterans are invited for coffee from 8 a.m.-10 a.m. every Thursday.

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• All military spouses (of any branch or era) are invited for coffee from 2:30 p.m.-3 p.m. every Thursday. • The public is invited to eagle head cane presentations at 1 p.m. the first Thursday of every month. Beautiful eagle head canes created by Black Canyon Wood Carvers and Wood Workers Guild of Western Colorado are presented to veterans.

Montrose walking events • First Friday Stroll - On the first Friday of each month, stroll along downtown Montrose and see artist demonstrations, enjoy free wine tastings and in-store promotional events from 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. • ReneWest Interactive Art Crawl - On the third Thursday of each month, stroll along the West Main arts district in Montrose for fine art, fun activities, drinks, music and special discounts starting at 5 p.m.

Support groups • Veterans PTSD support group meets at 10 a.m. Thursdays at the Montrose Workforce Center, 504 N. First St. Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 as verification of eligibility of services. Call 245-4156. • Stroke Support Group meets 11 a.m. to noon, twice a month, at Montrose Memorial Hospital’s Acute Rehab Unit. For details and meeting days, call Tim Ramsey at 318-2028. • Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Support Group meets from noon to

1:15 p.m. Wednesdays at 645 S. Fifth St. in Montrose. • Caregiver Support Group meets 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays at Crossroads Assisted & Independent Living model cottage (first cottage on the left) at 1380 Aspen Way in Delta. Call 773-4214. • Mending Hearts Support Group, offered by HopeWest, is open to adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. • Delta group meets at 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at HopeWest, 195 Stafford Lane. Call 874-6823. • Montrose group meets from 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Mondays and 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Thursdays at the Bosom Buddies Room, 645 S. Fifth St. Call 252-2520. • Cedaredge group meets at 2 p.m. Tuesdays at the Cedaredge Public Library, 180 S.W. Sixth Ave. • Hotchkiss group meets from 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Mondays at First Baptist Church, 203 W. Main St.

New Caregiver Support & Networking Group Caregiver Support & Networking Group is an all-inclusive group for area caregivers who care for someone with any disability or illness in any living environment. The group is being developed in coordination with Region 10 Community Living Services, The Center for Mental Health and Hilltop. Call Amy at 249-2436, ext. 203 for details. • April 2 & May 7, 1 p.m.-2 p.m., in the Sneffels Room at Region 10, 300 N. Cascade Ave.

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Volunteer opportunities • Gentiva Hospice in Montrose is seeking volunteers to help their patients tell their life stories. Share some laughter, hold a hand, and be there when you’re needed most. For more information, call 249-2500. • HopeWest in Delta and Montrose is seeking volunteers for a variety of positions. In Delta, call 874-6823 for more information. In Montrose, call 252-2642.

Senior CommUnity Care, PACE, Volunteers of America celebrates historic milestone With the opening of four new programs this month, the number of Programs of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) now exceeds 100. PACE, which was developed in San Francisco in the 1970s, helps keep nursing home-eligible elders living in the community. PACE programs bring together a coordinated team of doctors, nurses, social workers and therapists to provide seniors with an individualized care plan that addresses each person’s unique medical care and social needs. The result is higher quality care and far more favorable outcomes compared to traditional care options. There are now 103 PACE organizations operating in 31 states. Senior CommUnity Care offers three-day centers—one in Montrose, Eckert and a satellite site in Paonia.

Delta County Memorial Hospital achieves 20-percent reduction in readmission rates The Colorado Hospital Association and the American Hospital Association in partnership with Health Research and Educational Trust (HRET) collected data and announced that Delta County Memorial Hospital had achieved a goal of reducing patient readmissions by 20 percent. The significance of lower readmit rates is that unplanned hospital readmissions exceed $17 billion annually to Medicare. Some 34 other Colorado hospitals also achieved the 20 percent reduction in readmissions goals. Delta County Memorial Hospital also

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Blue Sage Center Activities All events at Blue Sage Center for the Arts, 226-228 Grand Ave. in Paonia. For details, call 527-7243. • April 7 - Phil Volckenhausen presents outdoor safety and skills for April’s Valley Voices at 7 p.m. The most effective way to prevent mishaps is to adequately prepare for a trip into the backcountry. Knowledge of the area, weather, terrain, limitations of your body, plus a little common sense can help ensure a safe and enjoyable trip. This will also be a great opportunity to learn about West Elk Mountain Rescue.

Delta Senior Activities The following activities are offered at Bill Heddles Recreation Center, 530 Gunnison River Drive in Delta. To register for any of the following activities or for a full list, call 874-0923. • Community Evening Dances From 7 p.m.-10 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month. Cost is $4 per person. Please bring a snack to share.

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Blue Pig Gallery and Meadery Tours. Cost is $20. Bring money for lunch. • Lands End Sculpture Tour - 8:15 a.m.-2 p.m., April 17. Join us on a tour of this job shop that uses the lost wax method of bronze casting to cast bronze for artists. We will watch a pour taking place. This shop created a life-size gray whale for the Scripps Institute of Oceanography. Cost is $18. Bring money for lunch at Zach’s in Hotchkiss.

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• Shopping in Grand Junction 8:15 a.m.-5:30 p.m., April 24. We will travel to Hobby Lobby, Sprouts, Mesa Mall and Kohl’s. We will also stop at the shopping center with Michael’s, Ross, TJ Maxx and Sportsman’s Warehouse. Cost is $20. • Hanging Flume and Gateway Auto Museum Tours - 8 a.m.-5 p.m., April 29. We begin our day with a guided, educational tour of the Hanging Flume. Learn the history of the hanging flume from archeologist Glade Hadden. We will eat lunch in Gateway and then tour one of the finest collections of American automobiles in existence today. Cost is $33. Bring a sack lunch or bring money for lunch. Seating is limited. ■ If you have an event or photo you would like to have appear in the Beacon, send it to: beacon@pen dantpublishing.com.

Montrose Senior Activities The Montrose Recreation District has the following activities scheduled for seniors 50+ in April. Register one week ahead. Events take place at the Montrose Pavilion, 1800 Pavilion Drive, or transportation departs from the Montrose Pavilion. Please arrive at each event at least 15 minutes early. For more information on any of the following activities, call 252-4884.

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National Classifieds  April 2014

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42 Kudos & kvetch

kudos \ ku·dos  “My hubby and I enjoyed the recent Valentine’s Dance at the Hilltop Commons. I thank you and wanted to reinforce just how enjoyable the evening was. Let’s do this again next year. Another thing I told hubby, with all the great food and wine at the dance, we wouldn’t have had to go out for dinner. Ha!” - Marilyn B., Grand Junction Kevin: Wonderful news, Marilyn. I just met with the Hilltop’s management and the BEACON staff and it’s a go for next year. So hold the date, folks, and we’ll do it again February 14, 2015.  “I would like to say that the announcement [for my mother’s 90th birthday] that was featured [in March’s BEACON] was absolutely wonderful and the picture quality was very nice. Mary was absolutely thrilled when she saw it. Thank you for making this very special.” - Isabel F., Grand Junction

Cloie: You are most welcome, Isabel. BEACON readers, if you’d like us to help announce yours or a loved one’s special day, send us a photo and a short greeting to Beacon@PendantPublishing.com.  “I am visiting Grand Junction and recently read your February issue. I thoroughly enjoyed it! How can I get the paper where I live?” - Silver J., Twin Falls, Idaho

Lisa: Thank you for your compliment. My parents live in Idaho. I guess you could go visit them and read their copy or you could subscribe to the BEACON for just $15 for a whole year. Call us at 970-243-8829.  “I received your March issue today. WOW! Super issue filled with lots of great stories. I love your information about voting for the Volunteer of the Year. Please extend my congratulations to your hardworking staff on this issue.”

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Support gift allowance for seniors. Contact your legislators.

he present state law regarding gifts of money or anything of monetary value given to seniors who receive their Old Age Pension from the state is as follows:

Colorado State Statute 26-2-114 Amount of Assistance Payments— Old Age Pension “The amount of net income from whatever source, either in cash or in kind, which any person qualified for an old age pension may receive shall be deducted from the amount of monthly pension which such person would otherwise receive.” Recipients are required to report any such income and sign their name under oath that they have done so. If they do not return the required report, they are terminated from the assistance program. If they do report the extra “income,” that amount is deducted from the assistance they would otherwise receive that month. If they do not report it, but must sign their name stating that they did, they feel they are forced to lie to keep the assistance money they really need, and they are also threatened with penalty for perjury. To remedy this problem, State Senator Steve King (republican) has sponsored a bill (Senate Bill 14-013), which amends the current law (Colorado Revised Statutes 26-2-111). The bill is co-sponsored by State Representative Brittany Pettersen (democrat).

In summary, the new bill (Senate Bill 14-013) states: “For a person eligible for an old age pension, the bill allows the person to receive up to $300 per month in gifts, grants, or donations without reducing the amount of the pension or reporting the gifts, grants, or donations.” This does not mean that these persons will receive $300 every month. An individual might receive less or even nothing in any particular month. The money does not come from existing state funds or taxes but from family, friends and other legitimate extraneous sources. It’s often a safety net for pensioners. This bill will be voted on in the General Assembly—full Senate and House of Representatives—and if it passes, will be sent to the governor to be signed into law. The General Assembly is meeting now and time is of the essence. Please contact your area senator and representative by email, phone or special delivery letter and ask him/her to support Senate Bill 14-013. To find out who your legislators are and how to contact them, visit www. leg.state.co.us or contact your local county clerk’s office. In Mesa County call 244-1800. In Montrose County call 249-3362. Delta County residents call 874-2150. ■

April 2014

kvetch \ kfech  “While driving along I-70, at the Clifton exit I noticed a large building going up near Mt. Garfield. I understand that it’s to be one of the largest indoor grow operations in the state. I thought selling weed was illegal in Mesa County? And why would anyone build such an eyesore at the base of one of our most beautiful mountains?” - Ed J., Grand Junction

 “Very disappointing not to have been able to get my blood drawn at this year’s health fair. What’s up with that?” - Tom M., Grand Junction

 “Ditto what he just said.” - Mary M., Grand Junction

 “I see a majority of young people that have tattoos nowadays. My husband had a tattoo from his time in the Navy during the war with the Japanese. It was hard to tell what it was when he got to be in his 80s. This younger generation is very short sighted.” - Laura T., Grand Junction

Kevin: Last year I took the family to Disneyland in Tokyo, Japan. I’m glad that we are no longer at war with them as they couldn’t have been nicer people. Anyway, a large sign at the entrance to Disney said, “No tattoos.” If they could see your tattoo then you couldn’t get in. BEACON readers, what do you think?

- Gary C., Shreveport, Louisiana

Kevin: Thank you, Gary! I am always humbled and amazed at the nominees for Volunteer of the Year. Speaking of voting, please go online and vote at www.BeaconSeniorNews.com or fill out the ballot in this month’s BeaconFest Program and send it in!

Wanna pitch a fit? Pass out a compliment? Write us at Beacon@PendantPublishing.com.

April 2014

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April 16, 2014

National Healthcare Decisions Day NATIONAL HEALTHCARE DECISIONS DAY …to inspire, educate and empower the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning

Continuing the Conversation Wednesday, April 16, 2014 Hosted by St. Mary’s Hospital & Regional Medical Center, Saccomanno Education Center, fifth floor

Continuing the Conversation Wednesday, April 16, 2014 Hosted by St. Mary’s Hospital & Regional Medical Center Saccomanno Education Center, fifth floor

aking and talking about end-of-life decisions can be difficult. But communicating your wishes accomplishes two important things. First, you can be sure your wishes will be carried out even if you can’t speak for yourself; and second, it frees your family from having to make decisions on your behalf during a very emotional time. Attend a free workshop, “Continuing the Conversation,” to explore ways to discuss end-of-life issues with family, friends, and your doctor. • Keynote physician presentation

Upcoming Events Weight Loss Surgery Seminar Learn how weight loss surgery works and who qualifies at a free seminar presented by the staff of St. Mary’s Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Center. Call 970-298-6400 to register. » Grand Junction, St. Mary’s Life Center Wednesday, April 9, 5:30–7:00 pm Wednesday, April 23, Noon–1:30 pm » Montrose, Holiday Inn Express Thursday, April 17, 5:30–7:00 pm

Stroke Support Group Stroke recovery education, relaxation, therapies, and discussions for those recovering from stroke and their loves ones. » Third Friday of each month, 1:00-2:30 pm St. Mary’s Life Center, Grand Mesa Room, 2868 Patterson Road, Entrance 40 » NEXT MEETING: Friday, April 18, 1:00–2:30 pm Presentation by local musician Jeffrey Pine

• Interactive participant discussions

Two sessions 9:00–11:00 am (check-in begins at 8:30 am)

5:30–7:30 pm (check-in begins at 5:00 pm)

Seating is limited and registration is required. Register by April 14 by calling 888-217-1215. Visit our website at www.stmarygj.org for information about our services, campus maps, and driving directions.

“We’re here for life.” 970-298-CARE (2273) 2635 N. 7th Street • P. O. Box 1628 Grand Junction, CO 81502-1628 An Affiliate of the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth Health System

In lieu of a registration fee, please bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to a local food bank. Jointly sponsored by the Advance Care Planning Task Force, local agencies working together to education the public on the importance of advance planning and healthcare decision making.

St. Mary’s at BeaconFest Senior Fair Stop by our booths at the BeaconFest Senior Fair and see how St. Mary’s volunteers provide assistance inside the hospital and to the community through a variety of events and programs. Learn about Gray Gourmet, Senior Companion, and Foster Grandparent programs. » Thursday, April 17, 9:00 am–3:00 pm Two Rivers Convention Center, 159 Main Street