MONTROSE-DELTA
MARCH 2019
Volume: 5 | Issue: 3
Montrose & Delta’s Magazine for Adults 50+ with over 16,250 Readers
DONATIONS MAKE A DIFFERENCE What to do when your stuff no longer sparks joy
Real Stones. Real tickets. Real free. Come to Grand Junction BeaconFest for a chance to win tickets to see the Rolling Stones! Yard sale season is upon us! From displaying your wares to picking a price, here’s your guide to a successful rummage sale.
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National & Regional Award-Winning Publication Publisher Kevin K. VanGundy Founding Publisher Susan Capps Managing Editor Cloie Sandlin Creative Director Melissa Trottier Graphic Designer Chrissy Martin Office Manager Stacey Splude Digital Media Manager Stephanie Summar Advertising Assistant Siggie Carpenter Advertising Executives Sue Bowen Debra Romaniec Proofreader Jan Weeks Delivery Cora Gentry Lauren VanGundy JR Milner
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Would you relive your high school prom?
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his year marks the anniversary of my high school graduation, which means plans for a reunion are likely being mapped out and discussed somewhere, although not with me. While I’m not certain I’d even attend said reunion, there are some fond moments from high school I wouldn’t mind reliving—some because they were a blast; others just to have a do-over.
we ended up going to his house and watching a movie. At least he tried—what a guy! Don’t miss your chance to relive your high school days on April 13 at the 2019 Senior Prom, presented by Aging and Disability Resources for Colorado (ADRC). Let this event whisk you away to the literary realm of C.S. Lewis’ Narnia at Delta High School from 1-3 p.m. This event includes dance, meal, drinks, dessert and even a chance to be crowned king/queen.
My junior prom is a memory I’m thankful to have. Not because it was a once-in-a-lifetime night filled with magic and romance, but because it gave me the ability to share this story (and photo) of what made this night memorable.
BEACONFEST IS ON A TUESDAY?
I was already in college by the time my senior prom rolled around so junior prom was the only one I attended—and I use “attended” loosely since my then-boyfriend now-fiancé Sam and I left early and only stayed long enough to get our photos taken.
BeaconFest is an annual event where our community comes together to celebrate age. This year’s show features an exciting lineup of entertainment, free food, lively seminars and informational booths from local vendors talking about their senior-related products and services. Best of all, admission is FREE!
I’m not sure why we bothered standing in line to get those expensive photos taken since Sam had just gotten his wisdom teeth taken out the day before, which caused his cheeks to swell up like balloons. He felt so rotten the rest of the night that
You read correctly. Due to a scheduling conflict, BeaconFest Boomer & Senior Fair will deviate from its regularly scheduled third Thursday of the month and will be on TUESDAY, April 16 at Two Rivers Convention Center.
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Don’t miss this opportunity to personally market your products and services at the largest mature lifestyle show in Colorado. Call us at 243-8829 to be a vendor at this year’s BeaconFest. Learn more about this year’s show at www.BeaconSeniorNews.com. ■
Cloie Sandlin, Managing Editor
IN THIS ISSUE...
Cover Photo: Laurie Kroschel designs the
space in ROOMS by Habitat, a boutique in downtown Montrose that provides funds for Habitat for Humanity of the San Juans. Photo by Cloie Sandlin
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What’s your idea of a perfect day? Readers weigh in as part of our Question of the Month feature. Laughter is the best medicine So naturally, this month’s Laughing Matters is the cure for anything that ails you!
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Celebrate spring Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s party!” Here’s a list of spring activities to do with the grandkids. The cat with 10 million lives It’s the 62nd anniversary of Theodor Geisel’s (Dr. Seuss) delightful classic, “The Cat in the Hat.”
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COVER STORY
Feel good about giving: Solutions for when your stuff no longer sparks joy By Diana Barnett & Cloie Sandlin “Does it bring you joy?” Marie Kondo, tidying expert and author of “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up,” instructs readers to ask themselves this question when deciding whether or not to get rid of an item they no longer need. Impulse buys, unsolicited gifts and inherited knickknacks make it easy for us to accumulate stuff. Although family heirlooms and our grandkids’ school projects may spark emotion and memories, unused and unappreciated stuff clutters our space and our lives. Once we’ve decided what things no longer bring us joy, it’s time to find them a new home. Whether you’re reorganizing or downsizing, it’s nice to know there are organizations that repurpose your beloved things to benefit others and spare you the hassle of organizing a garage sale or selling them online. › Frank DeHerrera at Heirlooms Grand Junction. Sandy Shalley and Merilee Robertson at Heirlooms Montrose. Heirlooms Montrose Assistant Manager Dewey Blair, right, and volunteers Shawn Marshall, retail director at Habitat ReStore Montrose
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FEEL GOOD ABOUT GIVING
Your cherished items are in good hands at Heirlooms for Hospice, an upscale retail shop with locations in Grand Junction, Delta and Montrose. “We accept gently used items—furniture, books, clothing,” said Mandy DeCino, the Grand Junction store’s creative design manager. “We’re selective, but if anybody ever has questions they can call or send us a photo of the item.” Shopping at Heirlooms supports grief programs through HopeWest, a nonprofit dedicated to profoundly changing the way our community experiences aging, serious illness and grief. Staff and volunteers respect items and their history and take great care in highlighting the best features of each piece. If an item doesn’t sell for whatever reason, it can be repurposed. Take doilies, for example. “Doilies are something my grandmother used to make. My mother inherited some of them and now she doesn’t know what to do with them,” DeCino said. “We’re getting tons of doilies as donations, so we brought them to our volunteers and said, ‘What can we do with these?’” That’s where Charmed by Heirlooms comes in. Charmed is a division of Heirlooms that sells repurposed furniture and
décor using Annie Sloan chalk paint. Some of Heirlooms’ talented volunteers, called Charmed artists, are sewers, designers or painters who may look at an item and envision it with a new look or a different purpose. Charmed artists attached doilies of various sizes and colors and made table runners. They turned some into dream catchers. “They’re a little bit hobo, a little bit junk gypsy, but they’re super cool,” DeCino said. Even though items for sale started off as donations, Heirlooms looks like a regular retail store because they save donated items for looks and seasonal use. If they can’t use something, they’ll donate it to someone who can. “If we can’t put it on our floor, we either revamp it or pass it on to other local entities that can use those items and generate movement for their causes,” said Dewey Blair, assistant manager of Heirlooms in Montrose. As antiques and historical treasures make their way to Heirlooms, the wealth of knowledge from its volunteers—many of whom are retired— is invaluable. “Everything has a story,” said DeCino, “and the people who donate and our volunteers like to tell those stories and talk about what an item was used for.” Last year, Heirlooms in Delta re-
COVER STORY ceived a donation from a woman whose mother made and designed clothes for high-profile clients in the 1950s. “She was an interesting woman and a perfectionist,” Keita Davis said of her mother, Mickey Brodel. Mickey’s design business was thriving but demanding, making it difficult for her to spend time with her family. Without hesitation, she shut down her business and she and her husband, Frank, moved their family to Colorado. Together, they opened Farmer Franks, a hardware and clothing store near Hotchkiss. "When Mom wanted to give things away that were special to her, she'd take them to Heirlooms," Davis said. "She appreciated the fact that they took the time to make them look like they were worth something, just as they had been to her." Decades later, the Brodels enrolled in HopeWest hospice care when their health started to decline. After they passed, the family sorted through their belongings, which included the dresses Mickey had created. "Hospice has been a great venue for us to give things to, but the biggest treasure of all was that they helped us through Mom and Dad's passing. I don't know what we would've done without them," Davis said. Although letting go of her mother’s things was difficult, she's thankful for the memories they brought back. "You just hope their things go to
somebody who appreciates them," she said, "and Heirlooms made that a lot easier." Donations to Heirlooms can be dropped off during store hours. Pickup options vary by store, so call to learn more.
homes or hotels that do resets. While bigger items usually stay at the ReStore, smaller ones make their way to ROOMS by Habitat, a trendy boutique on 432 E. Main St.
BUILDING FOUNDATIONS
“They call it ROOMS because when you come in, my window display is a living room, and then there’s a bedroom setup and a kitchen, even a library,” said ROOMS manager Laurie Kroschel.
This organization made famous by Jimmy and Rosalyn Carter facilitates home building projects that are partnerships between Habitat staff and volunteers and families seeking affordable housing.
ROOMS has everything from furniture and bedding to books, glassware and décor in like-new condition. Items are neatly displayed to help customers visualize them in their own home. While Kroschel accepts donations, most items come directly from the ReStore.
Habitat for Humanity will also pick up your donated items to sell in their ReStores.
ReStores accept donations of furniture, office supplies, appliances, housewares and building materials, and proceeds go right back to the county they came from. “We love the idea of things finding a new home, and pride ourselves in keeping things out of the landfill,” said Jennifer Grossheim Harris, communications director for Habitat for Humanity of Mesa County. “[ReStores] have plenty of antiques, vintage and one-of-a-kind items. We’ve had some incredible Japanese artwork, a Shirley Temple collectible doll, jewelry and furniture.” Habitat for Humanity of the San Juans Retail Director Shawn Marshall feels good about the price points of every item that comes through the ReStore in Montrose. Because of its proximity to Telluride, the ReStore frequently receives donations from high-end
“We treat every donation as if it was somebody’s pride and joy,” said Marshall. “It’s cool to think that grandma’s clothes and knickknacks helped build a home for somebody who needed it.” Donations to Habitat for Humanity are tax deductible. The Grand Junction ReStore, 2936 North Ave., accepts donations from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Saturday, with pickup and delivery options available. The Montrose ReStore accepts them from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and provides pickup services but not delivery.
BOOKS AND ART
Unwanted books can go your local library or the Western Colorado Center for the Arts, 1803 N. Seventh St. in Grand Junction.
“People are aware of our gift shop, but may not know about our used bookstore,” said Gift Gallery Coordinator Keith Brewer. The bookstore accepts art and travel books, frames and art supplies. Sales help fund The Art Center’s young adult scholarship program, which gives teens and young adults the financial means to take an art class they might not otherwise be able to afford. Executive Director Lee Borden shared the story of how the program helped one artistic youth who got her fine arts degree and now teaches at The Art Center. “Ashton started taking classes at the Art Center when she was 13,” he said. “That scholarship program helped take a young person who had a passion for art and helped her be able to afford to take classes while she was pursuing her career. Now she’s a full-fledged artist.” The Art Center also accepts monetary donations as well as other items to help with facility maintenance and art projects and classes. All donations support the Art Center’s mission of improving the quality of life for community members by promoting the arts. See a list of items on their wish list at www.gjartcenter.org. ■
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Your guide to a successful rummage sale By Kimberly Blaker
Are your garage, basement and closets overflowing from the heaps of stuff you’ve been saving “just in case?” If so, it may be time to put those languishing piles to good use—in someone else’s home. Rummage sales are a great way to clear out, recycle and make some extra cash. Follow these suggestions for a successful sale and a clutter-free home.
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The storefront. A garage is usually the best place to hold a sale offering shelter and requiring little daily set up and tear down. If your garage is hard to get to, hidden from view, or contains valuables that can’t easily be hidden, use a covered porch or patio or your yard. Keep plenty of tarps available to protect your goods from rain and for covering at the end of the day. Timing is everything. Plan your sale when temperatures are between 60 to 90 degrees outdoors. Typically, the best days to hold sales are Thursdays thru Sundays, with Fridays and Saturdays bringing the most traffic. Mornings bring the most significant flow of shoppers, and the earlier, the better. If you open by 7:30 or 8 a.m., rummagers will flock.
Display your wares. Don’t heap your merchandise on tables or leave it in boxes to be ransacked. While some don’t mind digging through messy stacks, most people won’t bother. Hang as much clothing as possible. Use a laundry pole or portable closet, or install two support brackets and a closet rod. You can also support a ladder between two stepladders. A clothesline will also work for light loads. Have plenty of table space. Borrow folding tables, and if you run out, make a table by resting a sheet of plywood over sawhorses, or prop spare planks of wood between chairs. Keep all but big items off the floor for better visibility. Neatly fold and stack clothing that can’t be hung on tables, and
BEACON SENIOR NEWS label stacks according to size. Organize good toys and complete sets where parents and grandparents will easily spot them. Set up a guys’ table with hand tools, gadgets, electronics and home repair items. Place small articles such as jewelry in divider containers or egg cartons, so they are easy to view. One exception to the disorderly rule is for small toys. Stick all these little goodies in boxes on the ground where young children can dig for treasures to take home. Label boxes according to the price per item or allow children to choose one as a prize. Have batteries or electricity available to show that items are in working condition. Wash and dry all clothing and linens, then fold or hang immediately to prevent wrinkles. Wash dust, dirt and grime from toys, tools and household items. Repair broken merchandise when feasible. Advertise. Newspaper classified ads or Craigslist usually bring the best results unless you live on a main street or a heavily traveled highway. Include your address and main cross streets, dates and time of your sale, and what you’ll be selling. List big items individually as well as the categories of things you’ll sell such as “tools” or “toddler clothing.”
DY TO HAVE GETTING REA LE? A GARAGE SA Check out our SECTION CLASSIFIEDS ON PAGE 48. Post fliers on grocery store or laundromat bulletin boards, and post signs on nearby corners. Don’t forget a bright sign in front of your house and balloons tied to your mailbox or a tree. The bigger the sale, the more traffic you’ll get. Go in with family, friends and neighbors and hold one big sale rather than several small ones. Price to sell. Don’t overprice, or you’ll wind up packing up nearly as much as you started with. For big items, look through classified ads for average resale prices. Some top quality items in like-new condition can bring 25-35 percent of the replacement cost. Occasionally, tools, equipment and other things in short supply can be priced higher and could sell for 50-60 percent of replacement cost, depending on age and condition. Most used merchandise will bring 5-10 percent of replacement cost at best. Move big items such as furniture or appliances into the driveway to attract passersby. ■
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What’s your idea of a perfect day? Karen Floyd “Temperatures would be between 65 and 78 degrees and there would be a cool breeze with spiritual conversation in a beautiful place outdoors.”
Janice Dexter “In my perfect day, I’m happy where I’m at. I’m happy being me, having friends and family and radiating peace.
Barbara Wyckoff “My perfect day is filled with friends and family with simple to fine dining and everything in between—and perfecting the finest ingredients for margaritas.”
Kaymarie Bowers “A perfect day for me would be that we all accept that there is climate destruction, and each individual takes responsibility to do small things each day to change that and to realize we are one world and one family.”
Kathy Riggle “I want to experience peace, love and harmony in my perfect day— in myself and in the world. And that is all there is.”
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Time-saving technology tips and shortcuts
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love to share technology tips and tricks with people. It always makes me laugh to see someone gasp as though they’d seen a sleight-of-hand magic trick when I show them how to make their phone do something useful or I demonstrate a simple shortcut that allows them to save several steps. Here are some of my favorite technology tricks.
SMARTPHONE TRICKS
Translate text I love showing people how to read text written in another language on their iPhone or Android phones. Install the Google Translate app. In the app, choose which language the text is in and which language you want to translate to. Next, tap on the “Camera” icon in the app and give the app permission to access the camera. When you point your camera at the text,
the type will magically translate into the target language. You can also use Google Translate to have a verbal conversation with someone in another language by putting the app into “Conversation” mode. Accessibility is everything I’m getting older and I have a difficult time reading my screen sometimes. I recently went into my phone’s settings and enabled an accessibility feature that zooms in on a portion of my screen when I tap with three fingers. I use an iPhone, but similar features are found in Android’s accessibility options. Use your camera as a memo pad Most of the photos on my phone aren’t of family vacations—they’re of price tags, parking garage numbers, receipts, and other items I need to remember.
COMPUTER TRICKS
The most useful trick I can teach anyone is how to use keyboard shortcuts. These save time and often eliminate multiple steps. You can find keyboard shortcuts in the menu across the top of any application. They are written like formulas such as CTRL+V. This means hold down the CTRL key then, press the V key (while still holding the CTRL key).
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Here’s a list of shortcuts that work across virtually all applications. Drag your mouse across any amount of text while holding the left mouse button to “highlight” the selected text. CTRL+C will temporarily copy the selected text into the memory of the computer. If you’re on a Mac, use the COMMAND key instead of CTRL for this
and the following shortcuts. CTRL+V will paste the copied text into any application you can type in—email, the address bar at the top of your web browser, another document creation program, or any other program that supports text entry. CTRL+Z will undo the last thing you did. Most applications support many steps, so you can CTRL+Z backward through the evolution of your document, image, video, etc. CTRL+P will open the printing options (this is why paste is CTRL+V). CTRL+F will let you search a document, webpage or entire computer for a given word or phrase. This comes in handy when Google recommends a page with a lot of text. Rather than read through the entire body of text, you can CTRL+F and search for the given word or phrase you’re searching for. Here’s one that isn’t a keyboard shortcut. When you are on a Windows machine, you can find the program or document you want to open simply by clicking on the Windows icon in the bottom left corner and then typing in the name of what you want. A search box will appear as soon as you start typing, as will matching results. On a Mac, use COMMAND+SPACE and Spotlight Search will appear, allowing you to do the same thing. Hopefully, these few tips will save some time and make your computer or phone a little more accessible in the future. ■
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Is my granddaughter in trouble? Dear Old Bag: I’ve heard complaints about dating sites, but I’ve only had great experiences. My first acquaintance was a nice man who thought we should have coffee. We have been together for over a year and are planning our marriage. We are going to have a service by a chaplain, but aren’t making it legal except in God’s eyes. We are in our 80s and feel that with our current financial situations and a prenup, it would simplify things. You don’t always have to kiss a lot of frogs before you find your prince! Signed, Happy Camper
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Dear Happy: Thank you for writing. It is good to hear dating site successes! Best wishes for a happy life. OB Dear Old Bag: My husband is retired now and I still work part time. I am younger than he is, and am very active with our church and my friends. My dear husband does not want to do anything! He acts hurt when I leave him home alone, but he won’t go with me. I urge him to volunteer or get a hobby. Any ideas you have to get him going would be appreciated. He is a good husband, but I don’t want to sit around myself! Signed, BL
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Dear BL: It sounds to me like he may be depressed and need professional intervention. Depression is a serious malady. We think our urging and coaxing will snap people out of it, but it does not work that way. Please get help for him. Approach this in a loving way. I would also not leave him alone for long periods of time until he gets help. With medication and counseling, he could greatly improve. If he will not go to the doctor, please go to the doctor for professional advice. OB Dear Old Bag: I have a delicate problem. My 19-year-old granddaughter has asked to borrow money from me but says she cannot tell me why she needs it and her parents can’t know about it. She said she needs $1,000 and seems rather desperate. I have the money, but I told her I would have to think about it. Signed, Anonymous Dear Anonymous: While I have given small amounts of money to grandchildren from time to time, I don’t believe I would give $1,000 to one without their parents’ knowledge, and I am certain the parents would want to know why she needs it. With my limited knowledge, I suspect she might want it for an abortion or some cosmetic thing, or even a gambling debt. If that were true, think of the consequences if something went wrong, and you were found to be the moneylender! Try to talk to your granddaughter about the fact that there is nothing so bad that she should be afraid to tell her parents or grandparents. Nothing is so bad it cannot be fixed. I would say that I would be glad to help her out with her parents’ approval. Explain the consequences of deception in your own life (if there are any—I have some). I might even say if she doesn’t tell them, I might feel obligated to tell them about the request. You might offer to go with her to tell her parents. I can only tell you what I would do. You have to weigh the situation for yourself. Good luck. OB ■
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LAUGHING MATTERS
Can vegetarians eat animal crackers?
DON’T BUG ME
Teacher: “Great! And what does the fat cow give you?”
help section?” and she said if she told me, it would defeat the purpose.
At dinner, Jimmy asked his father, “Dad, are bugs good to eat?”
Student: “Homework!”
What if there were no hypothetical questions?
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“That’s disgusting,” his father responded. “Don’t talk about things like that over dinner.” After dinner, Jimmy’s dad walked up to his room and said, “Now, son, what did you want to ask me?” “Oh, nothing,” Jimmy said. “There was a bug in your soup, but now it’s gone.”
AMBIGUOUS LANGUAGE Submitted by Jan Weeks
For those who love the philosophy of ambiguity and idiosyncrasies of English: Don’t sweat the little things and don’t pet the sweaty things. One tequila, two tequila, three tequila, floor.
LIFE LESSONS
Atheism is a non-prophet organization.
Teacher: “Kids, what does the chicken give you?”
If man evolved from monkeys and apes, why do we still have monkeys and apes?
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Students: “Meat!” Teacher: “Very good! Now what does the pig give you?”
The main reason Santa is so jolly is because he knows where all the bad girls live. I went into a bookstore and asked the saleswoman, “Where’s the self-
Student: “Bacon!”
If a deaf child signs swear words, does his mother wash his hands with soap?
If police arrest a mime, do they tell him he has the right to remain silent? Why do they put braille on drive-thru bank machines? What was the best thing before sliced bread? One nice thing about egotists is they don’t talk about other people.
If someone with multiple personalities threatens to kill himself, is it considered a hostage situation?
Do infants enjoy infancy as much as adults enjoy adultery?
Is there another word for synonym?
If one synchronized swimmer drowns, do the rest drown, too?
Where do forest rangers go to get away from it all? What do you do when you see an endangered animal eating an endangered plant?
How is it possible to have a civil war?
If you ate both pasta and antipasta, would you still be hungry? If you try to fail and succeed, which have you done?
If a parsley farmer is sued, can they garnish his wages?
Whose cruel idea was it for the word “lisp” to have an ‘s’ in it?
Would a fly without wings be called a walk?
Shouldn’t hemorrhoids be called assteroids?
If a turtle doesn’t have a shell, is he homeless or naked?
Why is it called tourist season if we can’t shoot at them?
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If you think there is good in everybody, you haven’t met everybody.
A husband and wife were driving through Louisiana. As they approached Natchitoches, they started arguing about the pronunciation of the town. They argued back and forth then they stopped for lunch.
If you can smile when things go wrong, you have someone in mind to blame.
At the counter, the husband asked the cashier, “Before we order, could you please settle an argument for us? Would you please pronounce where we are very slowly?”
There’s always a lot to be thankful for if you take time to look for it. For example, I am sitting here thinking how nice it is that wrinkles don’t hurt.
She leaned over the counter and said, “Bur-ger Kiiing.”
Did you ever notice when you put the two words “the” and “IRS” together it spells “theirs?”
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The sole purpose of a child’s middle name is so he can tell when he’s really in trouble.
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GREAT CATCH
I don’t really like watching basketball. I just watch it to find out who the next member of the Kardashian family will be.
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A 92-year-old man is walking through a park and sees a talking frog. He picks up the frog and the frogs says, “If you kiss me, I will turn into a beautiful princess and be yours for a week.”
A penny saved is a government oversight.
The old man puts the frog in his pocket.
The real art of conversation is not only to say the right thing at the right time, but also to leave the wrong thing unsaid at the tempting moment.
The frog screams, “Hey if you kiss me, I will turn into a beautiful princess and make love to you for a whole month.”
THOUGHTS FOR TODAY
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NAMIBIA: where arid desert meets frigid sea By Fyllis Hockman
They say it’s hard to walk in another’s footsteps, but those were exactly the instructions we received when trekking along the ridge of an approximately 350-foot-high sand dune in Namibia. The old mountain-climbing adage applies here, as well: “The slower you go up the mountain, the faster you get there.”
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he country is located on the southwest coast of Africa and is named after The Namib, a 1,200-mile stretch of real estate where scorching desert in stunning contrast overlaps frigid sea, and water, wind, sand and sun play off each other to create a unique visual landscape that challenges the most versatile of photographers. The desert, home to the highest sand dunes in the world, parallels the Skeleton Coast, named in honor of the
› Top: Massive gray communities of seals at the Cape Cross Fur Seal Reserve, one of about 25 colonies along the Skeleton coast and the only one accessible to the public.
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many wrecked ships and sailors’ lives lost over centuries. The latter is also home to hundreds of thousands of seals, but despite their close proximity, they rarely climb the dunes.
DANCING ON THE DUNES
Our sunrise ascent of the dunes, rust in color, smooth in texture, mountainous in size, and other-worldly in nature, was part of many such excursions on our Overseas Adventure Travel (OAT) tour, where the daily mantra of our guide, Bhavi, focused on “learning and discovery.” From the summit we watched the early sunlight dancing on the dunes to the tune of orange, pink, tan, yellow and gray-colored notes.
Later, flying in a small plane above a wider panorama, the dunes resembled frothy peaks of pink meringue covering the countryside, and the sensuous gradations, indentations and undulations created by the shadows playing off those soft swirls of desert icing added as much to this visual feast as has the sweet geology of time. My fellow travelers on the tour, all OAT veterans and intrepid adventurers, came to Namibia in part because it was virgin tourist territory. Mary Jo McDonald of Madison, Wisconsin, touted the trip as “exactly what I expected. It was full of adventure, exposure to under-developed areas with wildlife. I came primarily to see the dunes and they didn’t disappoint.”
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The first thing you notice upon arriving at the Cape Cross Fur Seal Reserve, one of about 25 colonies along the Skeleton Coast and the only one accessible to the public, is a slightly pungent acrid odor. That greeting is followed by a modest barking sound, the level of which increases greatly as you approach further. As the general din breaks down into honking, wheezing, coughing, whining, braying, cackling, and bleating, and the small black dots begin to take shape as they lumber across the rocks, I wondered how so many of the same species could make so many different sounds. What first seemed like just a clamor of sounds took on a more emotional content: the racket emanating began to sound sorrowful, belligerent, questioning, anxious, soulful. As I pondered their fierce existence—frigid waters, rocky shore, crowded conditions—I thought, “No wonder their cries are so mournful.”
trying to determine whether it was a ruddy turnstone or an orange-legged ruff running along the surf. Avid birdwatchers are a species all to their own. I felt like a Peeping Tom overlooking massive gray communities of seals and stones merging together in a surreal setting. Our OAT guide, who didn’t shy away from controversial topics—a very unusual trait among tour guides—told us that clubbing of the young is still used as a means of depleting the number of seals, seen by fisherman as a threat to their livelihood. As evidence builds that it’s more the humans than the seals that are responsible for the lower fish supply, it’s hoped that the practice of culling will recede. But there is a lot more to recommend this unusual country than just its western coastline; the culture of its people and its wildlife offer visitors a whole other dimension to appreciate. For more information, visit www.oatravel.com or call 800955-1925. ■
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Revisit your resolutions in the garden It’s March and I’m itching to get back in the garden. Early signs of spring are starting to appear, and on March 20, we celebrate the equinox, the moment when the sun sits directly above the equator, and day and night are nearly equal in length. For us in the northern hemisphere, the March equinox marks the beginning of spring.
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inter’s a time for rest, grounding and recuperation. Spring is a time for revival. When we’re engaged with the seasons, it’s easy to get wrapped up in seasonally appropriate tasks, chores and play. It’s easy to flow from one season to the next, enjoying what each period has to offer. We’re easily wrapped up in seasons, which isn’t a bad thing. But when we remember to pause and take note of the characteristics that make winter, fall, summer and S E R V I N G
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spring different from each other, we create an openness within ourselves that allows us to experience Nature’s capacity to transform and evolve. We make room for the shifts we want to see in our own lives.
WELCOMING A FRESH, NEW SEASON
Spring is a natural time to revisit the intentions we declared at the start of the new year, since we’re surrounded by new beginnings and revitalizations in Nature.
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If you’re as eager as I am to get gardening, here are a few seeds you can sow right now, or as soon as you’re able to water. Poppies are easy to direct seed and don’t mind cold temperatures. Broadcast poppy seeds throughout your garden and keep them moist until they germinate. Poppies need lots of light, so if you’re covering your beds with straw, don’t lay down too much. Spinach, arugula and lettuces will also come up in the cool temperatures of early spring. Spinach does not like to be transplanted, so it’s better to seed directly and then thin.
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As we welcome this fresh new season, it’s time to bring in the energy of spring with open arms. Prepping garden beds and starting seeds are great ways to get moving. Even walking around the garden (no matter how much space you have to play with) and envisioning what your garden will become is an opportunity to move your body and stimulate the mind.
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At the end of the month, you can start transplanting cool season favorites like pansies, osteospermum and alyssum. Keep a sheet or grow cloth handy so you can cover young
transplants when frosts come through. If you’re starting plants indoors, some vegetables (like peppers) and herbs need weeks to germinate and longer to get established.
PLANTING RESOLUTIONS Our gardens are little realms. Just as they extend from our homes into the outside world, so they extend from our individual hearts into an interconnected world. Let’s embrace this midway space between our homes and the wild as a place to dip our toes into larger ecosystems, lean into grander ideas and take practical steps towards our bigger dreams. Consider your resolutions. What is it you decided to go after this year? How do you want to feel? What new habits do you want to set in place? You may be surprised by how many of your goals or resolutions can be manifested in the garden. As this next gardening season begins, I’d love to know: What topics are you interested in? What do you want to explore in your garden this year? ■
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Spring activities to share with your grandkids By Kimberly Blaker “Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s party.’” - Robin Williams Do you and your grandkids have spring fever? If so, it’s for good reason. Spring represents renewal, rebirth, hope, love, growth and youth and serves to energize us as everything around us comes to life. Make the most of this invigorating season by getting outdoors for some fresh air, sunshine and plenty of family fun. Plant a flower or vegetable garden. Gather up the grandkids, and head to the nursery to pick out flats of flowers or packets of vegetable seeds. When you get home, decide on the arrangement and spacing. Then have everyone pitch in with digging and planting. To keep their interest in the garden throughout the season, ask for their help with watering it when they visit. Visit a state or national park. Parks and forests come alive in the spring, and western Colorado is one of the best places to visit a nearby state or national park. There are approximately nine state parks in the vicinity and the Western Slope encompasses Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado National Monument, Curecanti National Recreation Area, and Mesa Verde National Park and is only a stone’s throw away from Dinosaur National Monument in Utah. Not only is the greenery beginning to fill in, but wildlife abounds. It’s the perfect time of year for a hike. Take along your binoculars and a camera for capturing photos or videotaping animals and birds. Fly a kite. A breezy spring day is just right for flying kites. You can also order a kite kit in advance for you and your grandkids to design your own. Go garage sale shopping. Spring is when rummage sales are in full
swing. Why not take the grandkids on a treasure hunt? Before you head out, research local listings in the newspaper or online, and plan your route to make the most of your outing. Make a yard ornament. Get your grandkids together to brainstorm a fun project you can make together to liven up your front yard or landscape. Design a colorful birdhouse, bird feeder, planter, mosaic walkway or welcome sign, sculpture, or wind chimes. Whatever you decide, you can find instructions or kits online or in a bookstore.
BEACON SENIOR NEWS Bake cookies or brownies, make some lemonade, and draw up some colorful signs to hang at nearby corners and main intersections. Better yet, take advantage of the extra traffic when a neighbor is holding a yard sale. Go on a bike ride. Whether it’s a ride through your neighborhood or on a paved park trail system, a bike ride is a great way to get outdoors and enjoy some sunshine and fresh air while taking in all the sights of spring. Hold a garage or toy sale. Have your grandkids clean out all their old toys and outgrown clothes and bring them over. Offer your grand-
kids to keep the proceeds for their things for helping you with the sale. Attend a soccer or baseball game. Nothing says it’s spring like attending a baseball or soccer game. Get some tickets to a pro baseball game or check the game schedule for your grandkids’ school. Don’t forget to dress in the colors of your favorite team. Take a nature drive. Spring is the perfect time of year to roll down the windows and take a scenic drive. Kick back, put on some happy music, and enjoy the beautiful blue skies, budding green trees, and bursts of colorful flowers through the mountains. ■
Go on a picnic. Pack a bag of finger foods, such as sandwiches, veggies and dip, chips, cookies, and soda, then head to a park to enjoy some grub, relaxation and play. Build a fort. If you have a stash of construction materials lying around, this is an excellent way to put it to good use. Another option is to buy several sections of privacy fencing for prebuilt walls for your fort. Just be prepared. Your grandkids will want to be at your house all the time (which may not be so bad).
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Play disc golf. These courses are popping up in parks everywhere— Matchett Park, Riverbend Park, Westlake Park and Watson Island to name a few local spots. Just head to your nearby sporting goods store and pick up a few discs before you go.
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Go on a scavenger hunt. Put together a list of items that can be found outdoors, such as an oak leaf, clover, piece of trash, chunk of gravel, dandelion, pop can, speckled rock, wildflower, and so forth. Set a time limit. Then split up into two teams, and see who can bring home the most items on the list.
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Set up a lemonade stand. For entrepreneurial grandkids, this is a fun way to spend a spring day.
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The cat with 10 million lives al assignment that his fortunes and his life would change forever. Geisel scanned the list of words and decided that creating and illustrating such a book should be quite easy. “I figured I could knock it off in a week or so,” he admitted later. “It took a year and a half.” Geisel underestimated just how hard it would be to write a truly compelling children’s tale that utilized a mere 200 words.
By Randal C. Hill “Write me a story that first-graders can’t put down.” This was the challenge that William Spaulding, a director at Houghton Mifflin Publishers, offered to Theodor Geisel one day in 1955 as he handed him a list of vocabulary words for 6- and 7-year-olds. At the time, Geisel was a little-known children’s author who wrote under the name Dr. Seuss. (Seuss was his mother’s maiden name.) Little did he know when he accepted Spaulding’s unconvention-
Determined to outdo the ubiquitous—and boring—“Dick and Jane” books found throughout American elementary schools, Geisel decided to write a fun-toread story predicated on the first two rhyming words that appeared on his list: “cat” and “hat.”
toys, a milk bottle and even the family goldfish, all the while balancing himself precariously upon a ball. To nobody’s surprise, the cat and all his accoutrements crash to the floor in a heap. Undaunted, he then hauls in a huge box that contains two wild-haired, impish creatures called Thing One and Thing Two. They proceed to run amok throughout the house, flying kites and scattering things everywhere. When the children and the fish realize that Mother will be coming home soon, panic sets in. That’s when the irrepressible invader removes both Things, then zips about the house in an ingenuous machine that quickly tidies up everything. By the time Mother returns, the cat has slipped out, the house is back in order, and she is none the wiser.
Published in March 1957, and composed mostly of one-syllable words, “The Cat in the Hat” sold 1 million copies by the decade’s end and made Dr. Seuss a household name. Geisel later proclaimed, “I have great pride in taking ‘Dick and Jane’ out of most school libraries. That is my greatest satisfaction.” His delightful classic has now sold over 10 million books, and “The Cat in the Hat” has lived on through a 1971 animated TV special and a live-action 2003 film. But when the movie was panned for its adult humor and innuendo, Geisel’s widow, Audrey, disallowed any future films based on her husband’s works. Theodor Geisel was childless by choice, but he always enjoyed telling others, “You have ’em, I’ll entertain ’em.” ■
Seuss’s clever creation tells of an outrageous anthropomorphic feline who wears an impossibly tall striped hat. One rainy day, this odd intruder drops by to relieve the boredom of two housebound youngsters, a girl name Sally and her unnamed brother who narrates the story. The cheerful cat sets about performing a bizarre trick that involves balancing plates, books, a cake,
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A Taste of Colorado Savor this appetizer to the Montrose Wine and Food Fest featuring Colorado Proud foods only! Sample some of the best wine and food this region has to offer from 5:30-7 p.m. at The Bridges of Montrose. This will be a packed house so get your tickets fast! Tickets are $30 and can be purchased online at www.brown papertickets.com.
MARCH 8
But Why Bump Off Barnaby? opening night This lunatic show poses a fascinating mystery. When Barnaby Folcey is murdered at a family gathering, it transpires that he had a motive to murder everybody else, but no one had a reason to want him dead. Don’t miss this production by the Magic Circle Players at 7:15 p.m. at
Magic Circle Theater, 420 S. 12th St. in Montrose. For a list of show times and tickets, visit www.magiccircle players.com.
MARCH 9
TEDx Grand Junction TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience, combining TEDTalks video and live speakers to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. This year’s theme is “We Are Creators.” We all dream of more—a better environment, more cooperation, an expanded world view, bigger ideas and so on. Enjoy a day of inspiration, learning and challenging the status quo from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Avalon Theatre. Tickets are $59 after February 28 and can be purchased at www.monumentaltix. com.
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Fry bread cooking class Join Ute Indian Museum Director CJ Brafford, a member of the Lakota tribe, in learning the art of making Native American fry bread—a family favorite that can be savory or sweet. Cost is $20, and class takes place at 10 a.m. at the museum, 17253 Chipeta Road in Montrose.
MARCH 18
Estate planning seminar Learn about important planning documents you should have in the event you or a loved one loses capacity and what comes next when you or your loved one passes in this free estate planning seminar provided by the attorneys at the Law Office of Brown & Brown PC. Seminar takes place from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at The Homestead at Montrose, 1819 Pavilion Drive. Call 243-8250 to reserve your seat, or visit www.brownand brownpc.com.
MARCH 24
It don’t mean a thing if you ain’t got that swing! Tight harmonies, swingin’ rhythms and lively instruments make up the Valley Symphony Association’s spring choral concert at the Montrose Pavilion from 3-5 p.m. Featuring members of local jazz band Take 5, the chorus will liven up your afternoon with songs from Gershwin, Porter, Ellington and more! This show promises to take you back to the cool, free days of jazz, and swing you to the modern rainbow of harmonies of modern jazz. Advance
by Ben Hecht & Charles MacArthur Based on a play by Charles Bruce Millholland Directed by Scott Pollak
November 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 & 17 @ 7:30pm Sunday Matinées November 4 & 11 @ 2pm Montrose Centre for the Arts, in collaboration with Magic Circle Players is pleased to present an art show during Twentieth Century. Art may be viewed during box office hours and performance dates and will be available for purchase.
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MARCH 26
Lakota-style beaded bag class Make a Lakota-style beaded bag in this workshop from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Ute Indian Museum, 17253 Chipeta Road in Montrose. Cost is $20.
MARCH 29
Delta VFW Post fundraiser Delta VFW Post 3571 wants to raise the last of $2,500 to bring the traveling 350-foot Vietnam Memorial Wall to the area, so its members are holding a dinner fundraiser from 5-8 p.m. at Delta Elks Lodge, 563 Main St. Menu consists of pork sandwiches, coleslaw, baked beans, beverages and great conversation. Cost is $8 per person or $25 for a group of four. For details, call 589-6909.
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Free grief seminar This free seminar examines ways that mental health professionals, health care providers and the community can support the growing number of aging Americans through loss. “Living with Grief in Aging America: Coping with Loss, Dying and Death in Later Life” is co-sponsored by Taylor Funeral Service & Crematory and HopeWest and takes place from 9 a.m. to noon in the Mesa Lakes Room at Delta County Memorial Hospital Oncology. Registration is required. Call 874-0628. ■
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MARCH 12
Snowshoeing on Grand Mesa We will snowshoe, weather permitting, and will reschedule if necessary. Dress in layers, wear sunscreen and bring a sack lunch. Must provide your own snowshoes or rent them through The Great Outdoors for $15. Location is subject to change based on weather conditions. Meet at the Senior Center at 8:15 a.m. Cost is $19. Bring a sack lunch.
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Activities offered by the Montrose Recreation District To register for these programs, call the Montrose Recreation District at 249-7705 or visit www.montroserec.com.
EDUCATION Have lunch at noon and listen to educational presentations at 1 p.m. at the Montrose Senior Center. Cost for lunch is $5. Call 964-3419 the day before to make lunch reservations.
MARCH 11 2020 Travel Preview Is the travel bug biting? A Premier World Discovery representative will walk you through the 8-day New England Rails trip that begins on October 5. She will also preview 2020 travel opportunities that include Tuscany in the spring, Oregon for summer and Philly in the fall.
TRIPS AND TOURS MARCH 2
“Le Fille du Regiment” Metropolitan Opera Live at the Regal Cinema Travel to the Regal Theater in Grand Junction to watch “Le Fille du Regiment.” Meet at the Field House at 8:45 a.m. for this day trip. Cost is $37; bring money for lunch.
MARCH 5
Winter Hiking: The Old Kiln Trail and Mica Mine This easy four-mile hike leads to a lime kiln and old mica mine. Date tentative pending BLM permit approval. Meet at the Senior Center at 8:15 a.m. Cost is $19. Bring a sack lunch.
MARCH 21
Grand Junction Business Tour Reynolds Polymer is the world’s leader in highly engineered acrylic and polymer material products and provides turnkey projects in the aquarium, architectural, signage, furniture and scientific industries. Turtle Tracks is a female-owned business that creates custom ballistic external vest carriers for law enforcement and forest service personnel. Leitner-Poma of America offers a complete line of cable transport systems, including surface lifts, chairlifts, gondolas, MiniMetro® urban transport, trams, inclined elevators, industrial trams and more! Meet at the Senior Center at 8:15 a.m. Cost is $21; bring money for lunch.
MUSIC & DANCE
LATIN DANCING
Latin dance is from 6:14-8 p.m. on the third Monday of the month at the Senior Center crafts room.
LINE DANCING
Learn to line dance from 4-6 p.m. on the first and fourth Monday of the month and 6-8 p.m. on the second Monday.
JAM SESSION/SING ALONG
Join us in the Senior Center crafts room from 4-6 p.m. Mondays if you play an instrument or sing! Each person gets a turn to lead a song and others play along.
GAMES MARCH 18
Monday Night Out Enjoy a potluck, line dancing, Latin dancing and games from 4-8 p.m. Bring a dish to share and $2 for paper goods and prizes. For more information or for a ride, call Cindy at 252-4884.
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Play Cribbage, Bunco, Billiards, Poker, Bingo, Bridge and more all month long. Games cost $1 to play. For schedule, call 252-4884. ■
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Medicare/Medicaid cards are not acceptable proof of Social Security numbers. Call 252-4889 to schedule an appointment or walk in to the Montrose Senior Center from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteer drivers are needed to deliver meals to low-income and frail seniors. Drivers’ backgrounds are checked and they need to provide references. Call 249-8804. The Friends of Montrose Library is looking for volunteers to fill several open board positions. Meetings are held once a month for an hour and include evaluating program funding, planning book sales and attending to other business matters related to the organization. For details, call 846-5287. Sharing Ministries Food Bank is looking for volunteers to help with their mission of providing nutritious food to those in need. To volunteer or for more information, call 2408385.
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SUPPORT GROUPS Amputee Support Group meets monthly from 6-7:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday at the Montrose Memorial Hospital, first floor conference room. Call 252-2996. Bosom Buddies breast cancer support group meets from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesdays at Community Connections, 645 S. Fifth St. in Montrose. Call Francie at 252-2814. Cardiac Support Group meets monthly from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday at Montrose Memorial Hospital in Conference Room A. Dementia and Alzheimer’s Support Group meets monthly from 4-5 p.m. on the last Monday at Horizons Health Care and Retirement Community. Call 275-4220. Diabetes Support (Delta) meets monthly at 2:30 p.m. on the second
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Monday in the Crag Crest Room of the Grand Mesa Oncology & Rheumatology Building in Delta. Call 874-7681. Diabetes Support (Montrose) meets monthly at 6 p.m. on the first Tuesday at Montrose Memorial Hospital. Call 240-7280. Emotion Management meets monthly at 7 p.m. on the second Friday at The Center for Mental Health. Call 252-3201. Family Caregiver Support Group meets monthly from 1:302:30 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays at Montrose Memorial Hospital. Call 275-2138. Low-Vision Support Group meets monthly on the first and third Wednesdays at the Center for Independence. Call 249-3785 for times. Parkinson’s Support Group meets monthly at 2 p.m. on the last Monday in the first floor conference room of Montrose Memorial Hospital. Call 252-2996. Stroke and Brain Injury Support meets monthly from 11 a.m. to noon on the second and fourth Thursdays at Montrose Memorial Hospital. Call 252-2550. Montrose Survivors-Loss to Suicide meets monthly from 10 a.m. to noon on the second Saturday at The Center for Mental Health. Call 252-3228. Mending Hearts is a grief support group in Delta and Montrose. The Delta group meets from 2-3:30 p.m. Wednesdays at 205 Stafford Lane. The Montrose group meets from 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the Montrose Center for Hope, 725 S. Fourth St. in Montrose. Al-Anon • Al-Anon and Alateen Delta meets at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 145 W. Fifth St. Call Elizabeth at 874-9832 or Shirley at 323-5067. • Al-Anon Cedaredge meets at 8 p.m. Thursdays at Wick Hall be-
hind First Baptist Church, 370 W. Main St. Call Mary at 856-6123 or Jim at 874-7855. • Al-Anon Hotchkiss meets at 6:30 p.m. Mondays at Hotchkiss Methodist Church, 285 N. Second St. Call Elsie at 210-8090 or Marjorie at 433-1856. • Al-Anon Paonia meets at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at Paonia United Methodist Church. Call Lisa at 395-3608, Chris at 527-3366 or Marjorie at 433-1856. • Women’s Al-Anon Montrose meets at 3:30 p.m. Sundays at All Saints Anglican Church, 2057 S. Townsend. Call Jessi at 596-7924. • Newcomers Al-Anon/Alateen Montrose meets at 7 p.m. Mondays at First Presbyterian Church, 1840 E. Niagara Road. Call Lisa Marie at 964-8849 or Karis at 275-4107. • Al-Anon Montrose meets at noon at First Presbyterian Church, 1840 E. Niagara Road. Call Marian at 703-517-0552 or Lucy at 5969919. CLUBS & ACTIVITIES Alpine Photography Club meets monthly at 7 p.m. at Colorado Mesa University’s Montrose Campus. For date and details, email apc montroseco@gmail.com. Black Canyon Barbershop Chorus is looking for anyone wanting to sing four-part in an a cappella barbershop music style. Practices are from 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Olathe United Methodist Church. Call 216-3800. Black Canyon Classics Car Club meets monthly on the first Tuesday. The club is open to all ages interested in classic cars, street rods, trucks and other vehicles. For meeting time and location, call 249-6051. Citizens Climate Lobby meets at 6:30 p.m. March 11 at the Montrose Library meeting room. For date and more information, call 240-9146 or email montrose@citizensclimate lobby.org.
BEACON BITS Crafternoon members knit and crochet projects, which they donate to various charities, from 2:30-4:30 p.m. on the first, second and third Wednesdays of the month in the Montrose library meeting room. Supplies are provided, but yarn donations are always welcome. Experienced crafters will help beginners. Call 964-2546.
Guys Giving Club of Montrose meets quarterly. Members donate $100 at each meeting and are invited to nominate a local charity to receive the evening’s total contributions. For membership information, email guysgivingclubmontrose@ gmail.com.
Delta Hubwheelers Square Dance Club hosts dance lessons for new students in March. For details, call 773-4495 or 835-3771.
11 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturdays at the Montrose Pavilion. Dancers of all ages are welcome. Bring a snack to share. Cost is $5. Call 252-7172.
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Montrose Amateur Radio Club meets monthly at 7 p.m. on the third Friday at the Olathe Community Center. Call 417-6142. Montrose Area Woodturners meets monthly from 9 a.m. to noon on the second Saturday at 520 Collins Way in Montrose. Call 986-2550 or email lvcribbs@charter.net. Montrose Elks Bingo takes place at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Montrose Elks Lodge, 801 S. Hillcrest Dr. Giving Club of Montrose meets quarterly at 5:30 p.m. at The Bridges of Montrose. Members donate $100 at each meeting and are invited to nominate a local charity to receive the evening’s total contributions. For membership information, email givingclubofmontrose@gmail. com.
Montrose Women’s Club meets for monthly luncheons at noon on the third Monday, September through May. All Montrose area women are invited to attend. For location, call 275-3336. San Juan Dance Club meets from 6:45-9:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Lions Clubhouse in Montrose. Call 708-8333. Sons of Norway, Vestafjell Lodge, meets at 1:30 p.m. on March 9 for traditional soup and chili at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church. Call 245-5649 or visit www.vestafjelllodge.org. Western Slope 4 Wheelers meets monthly at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesdays at the Montrose Rod & Gun Club’s indoor range, 1211 6450 Road in Montrose. Call 209-5326. ■
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