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HITTING THE LANES High school swimming enters the home stretch. Read more on PAGE 22.

District’s plan would consolidate, close schools School officials say $420 million proposal addresses capital needs, enrollment trends

By Crystal Anderson Canderson@coloradocommunitymedia.com

While the weekend’s cold and wet weather wasn’t much fun, Arvada did see some warm and sunny springtime conditions at Lake Arbor Park a week ago. See some more pics of kite-flying fun on PAGE 6. Photo by Stefan Brodsky

West Arvada to ‘sprout’ new grocer Health food store to open near King Soopers, Wal-Mart

By Crystal Anderson canderson@coloradocommunitymedia.com With grocery shopping, it’s all about proximity.

And west Arvada residents can expect another one in 2017 when Sprouts opens its doors, not too far from the King Soop-

IN THEIR WORDS We asked Arvada residents, “What do you think about the new grocery store moving in at 64th and Joyce Street?”

Below are their responses, all from the Arvada Neighbors Facebook group page, which has more than 2,800 members.

Janel Richardson Andersen, an Arvada resident. “It’s going to ball up traffic between McIntyre & Indiana even worse! ... but I’m happy to get the grocery variety.”

Michele Hoffmann, an Arvada resident, “As much as I love the idea of a Sprouts so close, it is a terrible location for retail, no matter how they synchronize traffic lights. It will cause a dangerous traffic nightmare as west Arvada grows. When the Comprehensive

ers and Wal-Mart along 64th Avenue.

Though close to those existing grocers, developers said the location makes sense according to Sprouts’ business model.

“Sprouts has a store at 77th Street and Wadsworth, which prohibited them from being a prospect for Olde Town,” said Ann Sperling, senior director at Trammel Crow Company, developer for the Olde Town Arvada Transit Oriented Development (TOD) site at 5565 Wadsworth

Plan was updated last year, that property was to remain as industrial to help create more jobs on the West side. Jobs at a grocery store are not what they had in mind.”

Frannie Metz, an Arvada resident, “Yay! But it’s too far. I never get out that way. frown emoticon.”

Charity Timmens, an Arvada resident, “Love it. We live off 52nd and Deframe. It’ll be so much closers than the 75th store or the one down on Kipling.”

Lori Otis, a member of the Arvada Neighbors group, “Love Sprouts!

I’m thrilled to have one so close!”

Bypass, which Sprouts was once considering. “They do not want to cannibalize their existing stores. Competition is one factor, but typically much less important.”

Instead of Olde Town Arvada, which is still in search of a neighborhood grocer, Sprouts selected the older industrial location along West 64th Avenue and Joyce Street for a 28,000-square-foot store.

Penny Elkins, an Arvada resident.

“Don’t like the location.”

Amanda Burke, a member of the Arvada Neighbors group. “I’m not a fan of Sprouts. Their produce is way too hit and miss for me.”

Teresa Altvater Johnson, a west Arvada resident, “While it would be great to have a Sprouts in walking distance (for me) I am very concerned for what it will do for traffic in this area, which is already a problem. The old Safeway location would be excellent, unfortunately Sprouts is not interested in that.”

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breaking the bank. I think widening the 64th west past McIntyre has helped with the congestion in the area and I am sure within the plans of construction of the store that there will be some adjustments to the road nearby. Now if we can just get a few more restaurants in the area, instead of more houses and stand alone ER’s!”

Karen Heesacker, a west Arvada resident. “Yes! I am very excited about Sprouts as our King Sooper’s on McIntyre is very overcrowded!”

Lyndy Lancaster, an Arvada resident, “Would rather have a trader Joe’s but that’s just me.”

Taylor Rose, an Arvada resident, “We’ll be checking it out for sure!

Only a couple miles from our place.”

Kate Dubuisson, a west Arvada resident, “I’m excited, that’s pretty close to me! I’d love a Whole Foods but Sprouts is great too.”

Melissa Augustin, a member of the Arvada Neighbors group.

“Would love for Sprouts to go into Safeway’s building! Glad to see one closer though.”

Robin Kuntz, an Arvada resident.

“I love Sprouts and am excited for a convenient location! Their price points make shopping for organic and healthy options, without

Shirley Pinion Gallegos, an Arvada resident. “I live east of Hackberry Hill, There are no grocery stores close other than Sprouts. So glad to have them!”

The 2016 Jefferson County Schools facilities master plan proposes dramatic changes over the next seven years, including the closure of seven schools, consolidating 10 elementary schools into five new buildings, moving 44 sixth grades to middle schools and modifying boundary lines.

The $420 million plan affects each of the 154 schools in the district — providing needed renovations to many — but has left many parents, teachers and community members asking for more information.

“It’s a very large plan that leaves questions for every school community in the district and some items don’t have answers yet,” said Shawna Fritzler, Arvada parent and founder of Support Jeffco Kids. “There are specifics that parents need to bring up to ensure the best possible outcomes. Even things the district has not thought of must come to light in these discussions.”

Introduced to the public and the Board of Education on April 21, the plan examines each facility’s maintenance needs and condition, past bond promises, efficiency, program growth, population density changes and enrollment trends.

“The objective is to provide an optimal environment for teaching and learning,” said Steve Bell, chief facilities officer for Jeffco Public Schools. In January, the school board directed the facilities staff to revise the existing plan, which happens every five years.

Eight community meetings will be held from May 31 to June 9 to give all stakeholders the opportunity to review the plan and provide feedback on their Plan continues on Page 5

ABOUT THE PLAN To view the plan, visit www.jeffcopublic schools.org/fmp.

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FACES AMONG US

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My Name Is

A glimpse of the people in our community

LAURA TOBEY Midwest native finds full life in Colorado About me I’m from the suburbs of Chicago, and I’ve kind of bounced around from place to place until Jan. 1, 1982. That’s when I officially moved to Colorado.

I have always wanted to live here, and so when I did it was great. I studied at Colorado State University in my undergrad, worked at a bank and eventually founded my business, Tobey Properties, in Denver.

I’ve always liked business, and while I was in school I decided to pursue a degree in it.

I thought I would be an accountant. That was not the case.

I was on the college six-year plan and had been working for a bank in between each year.

After graduation, I went back to Chicago and worked as a personnel assistant — it wasn’t called human resources back then — before moving to a new bank in Denver.

Regan Beisenherz-Rouse, left, meets her namesake, Regan Hightower, for the first time.

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Laura Tobey, a go-with-the-flow personality, said she enjoys spending time out in the community with her partner, family and friends. Courtesy photo The path to entrepreneurship Once in Colorado, I started working in auditing and that’s where I first was exposed to real estate. While I was an auditor I got to see different departments and I became interested in real estate loans. Unfortunately, shortly after that, my company went through a major lay-off, and I no longer had a position.

A few days after being laid off, as luck would have it, I was hired on in the special assets division and began working with bad commercial and real estate loans.

It was during that time when my brother and I decided to invest in a few properties together, including the Fuzzy’s Taco building in Olde Town Arvada.

Now, I own that building with another woman. Over the years, I’ve been immersed in the business, and it’s always been good. I’m a do-er so being behind a desk has never been for me. I now am pretty handy with small tasks, including the renovation of my house in 2009-2010.

In my free time Outside of my work, I’ve become involved in the Arvada and Denver communities, representing real estate on their various merchant associations and committees. I’m now the Olde Town Business Improvement District (BID) president and am committed to creating some flow and movement in the organization.

I live in the Highlands with my partner, and we’re the proud parents of two cats and a neighbor cat. I also have two step-children from a previous marriage and have two older brothers and one older sister. I love to work out in my yard in the spring and summer, but in the winter that’s hard. Usually, I like to do whatever happens, there’s no real thought process to it — I just go with the flow.

You work hard. You play hard. And that’s about it.

If you have a suggestion for My Name Is...contact Crystal Anderson at canderson@coloradcommunitymedia.com.

Family Owned, Family Run

Dark day launched brighter tomorrows Wendy Hightower, 35 and eight months pregnant, sat on the grass near a small gray and bronze headstone adorned Ann Macari with trinHealey kets of family life — a snow globe from Disney World, a ceramic Easter bunny, shiny pinwheels that spin in a breeze.

As she had done almost every day for two years, Wendy talked to her daughter, Madison, an exuberant 2-year-old who had

died suddenly from an E. coli infection.

Regan Beisenherz-Rouse, 18, exploring the cemetery for photos to shoot for class, noticed as Wendy laid crimson Stargazer lilies — a flower Regan loved — on the ground. She saw the tears on her face. And she felt compelled to walk over.

Wendy told her she had lost a child. That these 15 minutes on her way home were her one-onone prayer time with Madison.

That when the baby was born, she wouldn’t be able to visit every day.

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NEWS IN A HURRY Moms for Moms Mothers’ Day Tea Olde Town’s Global Goods and Coffee Shop is celebrating moms across Arvada with a traditional yet elegant affair, the Moms for Moms Mothers’ Day Tea. On May 7, the coffee house, 5613 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., will host a high tea for moms. From 2-4 p.m., moms will taste specially made cucumber sandwiches, fresh Devonshire cream and desserts, and experience the full English royal tea treatment.

Tickets are $40 per person and can be made by visiting, http://globalgoodsandcoffee.com/payonline/. Reservations will

be accepted until the end of the day May 6.

Derby Dash The third-annual Hope House Derby Dash 5k race and fun run event takes place Saturday, May 7.

Beginning at 9 a.m., the event, held at Lake Arbor Park, 6400 Pomona Drive, offers a walk/run race with sections for runners of all ages, including the Diaper Dash for children.

Tickets range from $15 - $35 for children through adults. Kids 2 and younger are free. Registration is available at http://www. hopehouseofcolorado.org/ index.cfm/id/4112/DerbyDash-5K-2016/.

Colorado small business week Small businesses across

the city will be recognized May 2-7 by the Arvada City Council for their efforts in creating jobs and boosting the Arvada economy.

Colorado’s small businesses will be featured on www.coloradosmallbizweek.com. Events held in communities around the state will also be listed.

Inspiring women professional development group Inspiring Women, a new professional development group for the women of the Arvada Chamber, is seeking new members.

The group meets every first and third Tuesday of the month at Silver Vines Winer, 7509 Grandview Ave., and is an opportunity to work with other chamber members, discuss

goals, share and support others. All career levels are welcome to attend.

Interested parties should contact Lynn Sierras Krone, 303-424-0313.

Skunk with rabies found A skunk found on April 26 at Sheridan and 70th Avenue was infected with rabies.

The animal was picked up after it came into contact with a family’s dog, which had its rabies vaccinations. No humans were exposed to the skunk, which was euthanized later that day and submitted to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment laboratory for official rabies testing.

This is the first wild animal that has tested

positive for the virus in Jefferson County, a Jeffco Public Health release stated. The public is urged to vaccinate all domestic pets and livestock against the virus.

Colorado Purple Heart Truck Run Nationwide, purple pickup trucks will be trucking across the country from Washington, D.C., in support of Military Order of the Purple Heart veterans.

The event will make a

stop at 9 a.m., May 10, at 8th Street and Coffman, in Longmont. The event, sponsored by Wounded Warriors Family Support and the order will showcase the trucks, which have been equipped with $20,000 of modifications to help veterans who have disabilities and mobility issues.

For more information, contact Arvada’s Department Commander, Jeff Birdwell, at jbirdwellpurpleheartturckrun@gmail. com.

Madeline Anderson, one of Mothers’ Milk Bank’s 10,000 human milk donors, poses with her 10-monthold daughter, Everly, during the bank’s April 21 celebration, 4Ten for Babies.

The milk bank celebrate its 10,000th donor and has dispensing more than 630,000 ounces of human milk.

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What Recourse Does a Buyer Have When Seller Fails to Disclose Serious Defects? the average seller doesn’t understand. For That was a question asked last week by a reader who believed the seller had intentional- example, does the house have a lift station for ly failed to disclose a hidden defect in a home sewage? Is it subject to an augmentation plan? Does it have polybutylene or she had bought.

REAL ESTATE galvanized pipe or aluminum wirMy experience has been that TODAY ing? Does it have a backflow premost sellers are completely forthvention device and does that device coming in disclosing known dework? fects, both past and present, in Also, there are sections of this their homes, and that post-closing form which ask whether an applidiscovery of undisclosed defects is ance is in working condition, and almost unheard of. Compare this many sellers check “no” when they to when you purchase a used car. should check “not applicable.”

Even when you buy the car from a These are some of the reasons why dealer offering a used car warranI like to check my sellers’ data entry ty, it is truly “buyer beware.”

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Although the listing agent required by law to disclose all Realtor® should not complete the disclosure, known material defects in a home they are selling. The listing agent is particular- I recommend that the listing agent function as the seller’s scribe. By that, I mean that he or ly at risk for failing to disclose any defects she pulls up the form on their computer and known by him or her, but it is possible that a asks each question, explaining where necesseller may fail to reveal known defects to his sary and filling in the answers which the seller or her listing agent.

While disclosure is required, the completion provides. It speeds up the process and of the state-approved Sellers Property Disclo- makes the document as accurate as possible.

As the listing agent, I rarely need to impress sure is not required. The only time you’re upon my sellers the importance of being comlikely to see that document not completed by pletely honest, and only once in 14 years has the seller is when the seller is an investor or a buyer of one of my listings made a claim inheritor of the property and frankly is not faafter closing that certain known defects had miliar with the property. The same is true of lenders who acquire the property through fore- not been disclosed. In that case lawyers were retained by both parties (and by me as the closure.

The Sellers Property Disclosure is a compli- agent), but the case was not pursued by the buyer because (1) the buyer had chosen not cated 6-page document that should be completed by the seller to his or her “current actual to hire his own inspector and (2) there was no knowledge.” It asks about every aspect of the way to prove that the hidden defects were property — structural, HVAC, appliances, en- known to the seller (or to me as agent).

Let’s say, however, that a seller has failed vironmental issues, electrical & plumbing systo disclose to his agent and to the buyer a tems, water & sewer, roof, and much more.

Although a seller can check “do not know” for known defect, which is then discovered by the buyer. What is the buyer’s recourse? each item, I encourage my sellers to answer First of all, the contract to buy the property “yes” or “no” according to their current actual knowledge, so it doesn’t raise questions in the states that both parties must go through mediation before suing, although case law sugmind of a buyer.

After a seller completes this form to the best gests that this provision does not apply after closing. (Courts typically will require it, howevof their ability, I always check it before they er, when a lawsuit is filed.) The cost of mediasign because there are many questions that

tion is a few hundred dollars paid in advance by each party. The mediator will attempt to have the parties compromise rather than hold out for legal action, which either party can do.

As long as the real estate professional was unaware of a hidden defect, his mandatory errors & omissions insurance will cover him for the claim and provide his legal defense.

Inspectors should have their own errors & omissions coverage. Hire an inspector with that coverage so you will have recourse if the

defect was something he or she should have reasonably been expected to uncover.

Although licensed real estate professionals has limited legal authority for reviewing stateapproved real estate contracts, it is appropriate on occasion for buyers and sellers to consult with a real estate attorney. Our attorney is Hap Burnham, 303-278-2200, who reviewed this article prior to publication. He welcomes calls from readers about specific legal issues regarding a real estate transaction.

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CRIME NEWS IN A HURRY

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The following incidents are compiled from Arvada Police Department reports.

M O M E N TS I N T I M E F R O M YO U R C O M M U N I T Y

A cultural throwdown

By Crystal Anderson canderson@coloradocommunitymedia.com At Foster Elementary School, vibrant red, yellow and green banners draped throughout the halls, which filled with the sounds of mariachi music, traditionally dressed dancers and more than a hundred hungry people.

This night was the celebration of Foster’s before- and after-school program, Project Prepare. The theme embodied traditional Mexican fare — the tamale.

“It’s the tamale baby!” said Debra Shirley, director of Project Prepare as she held a tamale-dressed baby and introduced the school’s first mariachi band, the 13 Tamales, to the crowd.

“One, two, ready, go!” one of the members said, signaling the start of their performance. Comprised of 13 students, the band, one of Project Prepare’s 22 before- and after-school clubs, played numerous happy songs, strumming a guitar, a violin or a trumpet.

The event, which recognized Mexican heritage, raised money for Project Prepare, which teaches skills not usually learned in a classroom. According to the school’s most recent demographics, Foster has 307 Hispanic students, of which 40 are native Spanish speakers and/or speak both Spanish and English.

“We believe all kids deserve world class arts and enrichment,” Shirley said. “Studies show kids who participate in enrichment programs are much more likely to graduate and be successful. And it’s fun.”

After the band finished its performance, the school’s Folklorico dance troupe took the stage. The dancers — in long, colored skirts, cowboy hats and sombreros — stole the stage.

“It’s always fun, and I get to learn new dances,” said Paola Reyes, a third-grade dancer. “The teachers are always nice and they have a lot of patience with us.”

The colorful group performed four dances and drew the audience to their feet — particularly with the kindergarteners’ surprise line dance to a Spanish rendition of “Achey Breaky Heart.”

“I want to thank the students who are involved in Project Prepare,” said Marisa Guerrero, the Folklorico dance troupe coach and one of Foster’s dual-language teachers. “This helps prepare them for skills outside the classroom.”

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Foster’s Folklorico dance troupe, one of 22 before and after school clubs in Project Prepare, danced away during the schools Tamale Throwdown fundraiser April 29. Photo by Crystal Anderson out of recycled plastic bottles, Project Prepare delves deeper into subjects the students are passionate about, teaching them skills outside their academic endeavors.

Following the kindergartners’ special surprise dance, the throwdown began.

Taste buds fired up, the judges lined up in the middle of the gym and began to taste 18 different tamales to find a winner.

Beef. Chicken. Pork. Vegetable. Made in restaurants or at home.

“It’s all good, but I heard the tostadas were great and those burritos, too,” a community member said as she waited in line for her tamales.

But for parents, the event was about more than the tamales.

It was a celebration of the students’ and the new skills they’ve gained, thanks to Project Prepare.

“They develop better when on stage and with people,” Rose Reyes, Paola’s mother said following her daughter’s performance. “They get more abilities in the different areas.”

Shirley agreed.

“These types of activities help students feel engaged in school,” she said. “And they help make them feel like they’re a part of the school.”

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Domestic Disturbance Police were called to the 5900 block of Newcombe Court at 8:44 a.m. on April 7, in regards to a domestic disturbance.

During breakfast, a woman and her husband began to argue. The two, who police reported are going through a separation and divorce, were in the kitchen when the husband began to throw and break their belongings. He slammed two chairs into their dining room table, punched a glass vase, a picture on the wall and then finally punched a hole in the wall. When the wife attempted to leave, her husband blocked all exits. He took her cell phone so she wouldn’t call the police.

Upon investigation, the husband told police he was responsible for the damage,and his behavior. Police then charged him with criminal mischief domestic violence and sent him to the Jefferson County Jail.

Criminal Mischief, Domestic Violence Police were called at 1:03 a.m. on April 8 to the 7600 block of West 60th Avenue on a verbal domestic violence call.

A man began an argument with his partner over their downstairs neighbors. The woman, mad that her partner didn’t confront the neighbors continued the argument until she decided to leave and go to her room. The man followed her and began banging on the door to get his work clothes. When she wouldn’t let him in, she began yelling at him and calling him names.

The man then punched the door.

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area’s proposals. To find a list of these meetings, visit www.jeffcopublicschools. org/fmp.

Changes may occur in each of the district’s articulation areas — which designate the neighborhood elementary, middle and high school students attend according to where they live. If approved by the school board, the projects listed in the plan would be paid for either through existing capital funds or a bond measure.

“Every single school in the district has some repair need, with many of them facing critical issues such as faulty wiring, outdated fire alarms and other needs,” Supertintendent Dan McMinimee said during the April 21 meeting.

“Fully implemented, this plan could significantly enhance the use of general fund dollars and significantly improve student learning and teaching conditions.”

Major changes include the consolidation of 10 elementary schools into five new schools, build five to six new buildings to replace outdated facilities and create new schools, and the integration of sixth graders from 44 elementary schools into the middle school level.

“We have elementary schools that are pushing capacity and this option would help allow for enrollment growth at those sites,” Bell said of the shift to a sixeight middle school. “We did our homework and found the six-eight model is also the preferred education model.”

District staff said they’d like to receive board direction at the board’s June 16 meeting, the final one of the school year.

If the board doesn’t aprove the plan in June, it will revisit it in September.

Jeffco is the second-largest school district in Colorado serving 86,000 students across suburban, mountain and unicorporated communities. The plan addresses facility needs where schools are overcapacity as well as where they are underutilized, Bell said.

“This plan provides a long-term blueprint for successful management of

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“The location had the right mix of access, visibility and land,” said Ryan Stachelski, director of the Arvada Economic Development Association, which has partnered with Sprouts for several years. “The environment of multiple grocery stores in the area will offer citizens more choice in shopping experience, and

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Below are proposed projects in the 2016 Jeffco Facilities Master Plan for schools in Arvada. Dates are only included where specified by the facilities plan.

Arvada High School Feeder Area Arvada High School would receive a renovation, an auxiliary gymnasium and an artificial turf field. The school will also undergo a program review to increase options, enrollment and utilization.

North Arvada Middle School would be converted to a sixtheighth grade building. Sixthgrade students who live east of Wadsworth Boulevard would attend the middle school, as would students living north of Ridge Road.

Arvada K-8 would continue to serve those grades, but would have more sixth-grade students

who live west of Wadsworth Boulevard.

Foster Elementary would keep its sixth-grade students, but would have a modular classroom reduction and receive an additional four classrooms.

Boundary lines would be changed around Arvada K-8 and Lawrence Pre-K-6.

Arvada West Feeder Area Plans include construction of Table Rock Mesa K-8 in Leyden Rock and would include some of the students from Fairmount, Mitchell, Vanderhoof and West Woods elementaries. Boundary lines around Bell (Golden) and Drake middle schools would be modified.

If Table Rock is built, the district recommends consolidation of Allendale and Campbell elementary schools into one K-6 school at

our 12 million square feet of space, $2.7 billion of facility assets and 176 sites,” he said.

The board will hear an update on community feedback to the plan at the June 16 meeting. Board president Ron Mitchell said he’d like to look at these decisions individually, rather than as a whole.

“Community input and their ability to help us solve these issues is a critical layer of this process,” Mitchell said.

“I do not believe that we will approve it as an entire plan, but do it in bits and pieces based of the community feedback, board conversation and financial need.”

To the community, schools are more than just facilities, Fritzler said.

“For families, schools become our community,” she said. “Our friends, neighbors and support system are all within that school community, so it’s so far beyond a simple discussion of facilities.” because of the different types of shopping experiences, these stores are more complementary to each other rather than pure competition.”

Neither the city planning department or the developer of the future sprouts could provide a cost estimate for the project.

For several residents, this news brings a fresh sense of excitement and options to the area, providing them with more healthy options. But some worry about the effect of another large business on traffic.

Allendale. All elementary schools would remain K-6 and Drake and Bell middle schools would be seventh and eighth grade in this model. *

them. Modular classrooms would be removed and Parr and Little elementaries would consolidate with the creation of a 768-student school.

*This is the district’s prefered option. Two other options are proposed in the plan. See the plan for details.

Zerger Elementary property would be sold.

Pomona Feeder Area Pomona High School would be expanded to include an auxiliary gym, weight room and artificial turf field. Modular classrooms would be removed.

Little Elementary School might consolidate with Parr Elementary at the Parr Elementary school site. The Little property would then be sold.

Parr Elementary school would no longer have Pre-K students, as the district would build a new Pre-K school to accommodate

Ralston Valley Feeder Area Ralston Valley High School would see an addition of a third wing, including the creation of 10 classrooms and an artificial turf field.

Oberon Middle School would have the first phase of its master plan implemented, including conversion to a 6-8 middle school and eight-classroom addition.

Candelas Pre-K-8 would see an eight-classroom addition.

West Woods Elementary school’s modular classroom numbers would be reduced.

IN THEIR WORDS “The school was built in 1973 to last for 10 years; 43 years later our building is in desperate need for maintenance and upgrades so that our students receive similar opportunities as those in surrounding schools that have been newly built.” — Colleen Owens, principal of Green Mountain High School in Lakewood “Schools strengthen our neighborhoods and sense of community. When they close, it comes at a cost. If the school board does decide closures are necessary, they should move quickly to find another purpose for the vacated properties because shuttered schools offer no benefit to surrounding neighborhoods.” — Charley Able, Lakewood City Council Ward 1 “At this point, none of it is final, but it would accommodate our growth.” — Bridget Jones, principal of Bell Middle School in Golden

“As much as I love the idea of a Sprouts so close, it is a terrible location for retail, no matter how they synchronize traffic lights,” Arvada resident Michele Hoffmann said in response to a query for feedback on the Arvada Press Facebook page. “It will cause a dangerous traffic nightmare as west Arvada grows.”

In anticipation of that growth and the traffic concerns, City of Arvada Planner Kristin Dean said the city has partnered with the area developer, Cadence Capital Investments, to invest in street improvements. Dean said construction on the

“I am very scared and sad for the plan to close Pleasant View. I think the kids are the ones that will suffer tremendously. Our school has worked really hard to customize the kids to a routine to help them succeed.

The schools that they are going to send them to are amazing schools, but they cannot accommodate the needs of these children.”

— Crystal Vockel, parent at Pleasant View Elementary in Golden “Taking small children and putting them in the six-eight grade model is an issue for me, and they seem to be doing this without the forethought for what’s going to happen downstream. I’d like to see them invest that $420 million into our elementary schools instead of expanding our middle schools and reconfiguring schools across the board.” — Tracey Cloud, Arvada parent.

road will begin once a widening project is fully funded.

Sprouts will have an open format, with a coffee and sandwich cafe. Lucy Dinneen, a senior partner with Cadence Capital, said the store will be different from neighboring grocers, “providing more convenience with a similar neighborhood feel that has a health focus.

“It’s a very different shopping experience than shopping at King Soopers,” she said, adding that Sprouts wants “to make healthy affordable to everybody.”

The location had the right mix of access, visibility and land. The environment of multiple grocery stores in the area will offer citizens more choice in shopping experience, and because of the different types of shopping experiences, these stores are more complementary to each other rather than pure competition.”

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Greenridge Place resident Linda Halvorson lets fly her homemade kite during an outing April 27 at Arbor Lake Park in Arvada. Photos by Stefan Brodsky Audrey Oliver, left, community relations director of Greenridge Place, an Anthem Memory Care Center in Westminster, assists resident Pat Seiler with her homemade kite during an outing at Lake Arbor Park. Seiler and other Greenridge Place residents suffering from dementia and Alzheimer’s disease took advantage of warm weather last Wednesday to engage in some kite flying with caretakers and their children.

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Michelle Meyer, of Greenridge Place, helps resident Larry Caldwell with his kite, prior to launch.

Don Ringler, a resident of Greenridge Place, an Anthem Memory Care Center gets help from Assistant Activities Director Sarah Smith untangling his kite string. “For people with dementia, it’s really important to engage them and share quality of life. And a great way to do that is spending time with nature and with children,” Smith said.

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VOICES

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Can’t always play by the rules I tell you what — sometimes this world presents parents with impossible choices.

My whole life, I’ve been taught that it is good to be virtuous; that is, living by virtues is a good thing. So, I was raised to be compassionate, to try to “walk a mile” in other peoples’ shoes. I was also taught that maintaining self-control is a good thing, that bad things come of losing your composure and your temper.

And, in turn, I try to raise my children with some of those values. I want them to give other people the benefit of the doubt, to always be looking for the good in people, and never assume bad intention or nefarious motive. I try to get them to have a soft heart, to treat others kindly and respectfully. I also want them to work hard, to be humble enough to keep working and to let their work speak for itself.

And, when they do that? As often as not, they get walked on by more aggressive or, shall we say, less restrained peers. And, please, my children are not perfect— I’m just saying how I would like for them to act.

My son, 9, plays by the rules. He understands sports pretty well, seems to get the rules, and expects others to be fair and abide by the same rules. Sure, there are times when he won’t call a foul on himself or fudges the out-of-bounds line, but he doesn’t go around making up new rules out of whole cloth whenever the mood suits him. So, I can’t tell you how many times

this little guy, who stops to hug the dogs every time he walks in the door, comes home from school upset that some of the more aggressive and competitive kids just make up new rules on the playground at recess, and the adults can’t do anything Michael Alcorn about it.

HITTING Obviously, these are small things. I HOME don’t get worked up about stuff like that, because I know that, over time, all of those problems will sort themselves out. I wish it didn’t happen, but, that’s part of life.

And then I read a story from Delaware, about a 16-year old girl who got into a fight in a school bathroom, was overwhelmed when two additional girls jumped into the fray against her, was videotaped by other girls standing around watching the fight (NOT seeking help for her), and died later that day from the vicious beating.

I’ll bet she went into that confrontation thinking that the other girl would fight her own fight. I’ll bet she never imagined that her classmates would be so barbaric as to inflict serious injury. I’ll bet she never

doubted that, if things got out of hand, someone would help her out.

And, I’ll bet her parents never, in a million years, imagined that when they kissed her goodbye that morning that it would be the last time they would do so.

But, the world we live in now seems to be one in which the bold and the brash get the fame (see Kardashians), in which the aggressive make up their own rules and facts (see any number of recent or current political debates), in which people without consciences simply take what they want (see Enron), and in which might makes right.

And in which it is no longer safe to assume basic humanity from other people.

I will still teach my children kindness and compassion, because in a world like this, those traits are ever more valuable. But I will also teach them caution, suspicion, evasion, self-defense, and that, if the stuff does hit the fan, fight to win—and not just this fight, but all the ones that might be coming after.

I hate to think that way, I really do. But, I would hate it even more to have to walk the next mile in the shoes of that poor girl’s parents.

Michael Alcorn is a teacher and writer who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. His novels are available at MichaelJAlcorn.com

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Letter from Jakarta: U.S. too violent My son Jim, 31, has been teaching English in Jakarta, Indonesia, for a year. Since he is still single, I am happy he is having a chance to see “the world” before he “drops anchor,” as he calls it. He says he likes Jakarta better than Colorado.

I have mixed feelings about his preference. I would love it if he liked Colorado better and would move back here, but on the other hand I want him to be happy. If he moved back here and did nothing but whine and complain, that wouldn’t be good. Jakarta and the Indonesian people have provided a glimpse of the joy of life for him.

Jim says that Colorado is too violent.

He was 14 when the shootings at Columbine happened. The Aurora Theater shootings shocked the world. A few years back Jim’s cousin was brutally attacked in Denver and beaten within an inch of his life. Luckily, he survived and graduated from CU Denver.

His latest Facebook post asks, “Is anyone else here getting fed up with the absurd level of violence in the U.S.? Everyday another cop gets shot, or someone gets blasted in traffic.

Every time I check Mary McFerren the U.S. news from Indonesia there is Stobie nonstop moronic violent acts from WIT AND top to bottom. Go GRIT check out 9news. com and see what kind of chaos Denver is descending into.”

I can see where Jim’s reading or watching the news from Denver can give him that impression. I feel the Denver Post

makes bad choices in what they make into front page news. Too much shock for my taste. Maybe he’s right about the word “moronic.” Pardon the insult, but the editors and readers may be “moronic” if they like what they are feeding each other.

I haven’t even had my coffee and I feel jarred as I read the morning’s headline on the front page of the Denver Post. “DPD officer killed unarmed suspect.” Yikes, I think to myself, “a human being has been killed.”

Is anybody safe, anytime, anywhere?

In Jim’s Facebook post, he goes on to lament violent TV shows like “Walking Dead” and others that depict rape and violence against women. Go, Jim, go. I agree with him and wonder if watching, reading about and inhaling violence with our morning coffee causes tension inside us that may lead to more violence. With mass shootings that are sensationalized in the media, we then see copycat acts of

violence soon after.

Jim goes on to say in his post “I don’t see how people can enjoy watching things on TV that are so obviously criminal and evil, but I guess that’s just me. America exports violence to the world and I guess it’s befitting that so many people don’t see a problem with all this, the real zombies are actually on the other side of the screen.”

My comment is that the constant exposure to violence may have changed how we think, numbed us out, and created stress in us and our children in ways we don’t even understand.

I would love to hear what you think about this topic. Please email me at mry_ jeanne@yahoo.com.

Mary McFerren Stobie is a public speaker and author. Her website is www.marystobie.com. Email her at mry_jeanne@yahoo. com.

Hospital provider fee can provide relief The state Legislature worked on, and passed the state budget last month.

Colorado has a complicated budget process with many budgetary constraints that can make it difficult to comprehend. However,the budget is the most important piece of legislation we consider each year and is crucial to ensure our state continues to function and operate smoothly.

To have a balanced budget, compromises must be made by both sides of the aisle and in both chambers; the budget this year was no exception. Because of budgetary constraints, we originally feared many painful cuts. But thanks to hard work and solid cooperation from all sides, this year’s final budget was much

better than we initially feared. For starters, we were able to increase the per-student averGUEST age education spending by $112, avert a COLUMN possible $20 million cut to higher education, contribute $150 million to the state’s highway fund, avert cuts to medical providers, and add $100,000 to the suicide prevention fund.

Regrettably, those successes required unfortunate compromises. This year’s budget cuts funding for hospitals by at least $73 million, keeps the negative factor (the amount our budget shortchanges our schools) flat when we should be de-

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creasing it, cuts transportation funding by $50 million for next year, and keeps funding for higher education stagnant, which likely means increased tuition.

Luckily, we have a legislative solution on the table that would solve a lot of these problems immediately. There’s a bill being considered soon that would solve an accounting error by creating the hospital provider fee as an enterprise. This would give us spending flexibility within the TABOR cap. A companion bill was introduced along with this solution that would put in place guardrails on how those freed-up funds would be used. If these bills are signed into law, they will immediately: Fund necessary transportation projects, direct funds to our children’s

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She passed peacefully at home on April 20, 2016. Survived by her husband, 3 daughter’s, 2 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. With her love of animals

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Noisy trucks too much Earth Day is a good day to writhe this letter because it addressses air quality, noise pollution, and a soluution to both.

Yesterday I counted eight trash trucks from six different companies roaring by my house and the surrounding one-block area. At 3 p.m. one hauler parked the truck in front of my house, motor running, to eat lunch! I object to the number of trucks because of the noise, dust and odors they generate. IfI have windos open, I run to close them. If I’m outside I seek shelter!

Several years ago, Arvada officals responded to the suggestion of having fewer haulers in Arvada, but emphasized that the city did not want to get involved in the trash hauling business. The haulers hired an outside agitator from Ft. Collins to speak at a well-attended meeting.

They dismissed any suggestion for fewer haulers, claiming that the companies

bring industry and jobs to Arvada. I’ve checked several of the haulers who collect refuse in Arvada and found none whose addresses were in the city. The one I use is in Commerce City. Others are in Brighton, Denver, or others. I wonder if they hire Arvadans.

A simple, and fair solution for private companies who want to collect trash in Arvada is for them to submit bids to the city. The trucks would need to pass a vehicle emissions test. Four companies would be selected, based on the emissions of their trucks and the price charged to customers. Each of the four would then work in one quarter of the city.

Meantime, I suggest we get together with our neighbors and agree to select one company for our neighborhoods so that we have only one day each week to endure the pollution.

Kathleen Flynn, Arvada

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Arvada Mayor Marc Williams, second from left, celebrates the opening of Prescient Co., 14401 W. 65th Way, and its recent move to the city this year. With him were Jefferson County commissioners Casey Tighe, Don Rosier and Libby Szabo, along with representatives from the company. Prescient is Arvada’s latest primary employer and a green construction engineering firm. Courtesy photo

schools, restore funding for our hospitals and avert a host of drastic cuts in upcoming years.

As we go forward with this legislation, I ask for your support. Support the change to the hospital provider fee so that we can continue to support the priorities of Colorado: our roads, our kids and our health.

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LIFE

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May 5, 2016

CULTURE FA I T H FA M I L Y FOOD HEALTH

Goldenite Crystal Vockel, pictured in the green sweatshirt in the center, reads with her three youngest children, from left, Isaiha, 9, Anthony, 6, and Michael, 13, Zamora in the family’s home. With the help of teachers at Pleasant View Elementary School in Golden who provided some tips and advice, Vockel implemented a strict at-home reading routine for her four children to improve skills and desire to read. Courtesy photo

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Experts, parent gives advice on promoting reading

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and advice from their teachers to help reads to his mom for 20 minutes, then develop the routine. she reads to him for the remaining 10.

“I want to help them grow and suc“It’s been amazing,” she said. “It has ceed,” Vockel said. “If they come up to really helped them tremendously.” hen Golden resident Crysme and want to read, I drop everything.”

Donna Walker, Jefferson County Pubtal Vockel caught one of her At least once a lic Library’s director children re-using homework week, the family also of public services assignments to get away with not doing plays games to help A baby might a extra reading, she knew something had learn “trick words,” hold book upside to be done. which are commonly “I realized we had to have a routine,” down, but at least used words the chilshe said. “Even on busy days.” he or she is holddren need to know for So about a year ago, Vockel develing a book. A child school. Vockel likes oped a strict reading schedule for her may be wandering Go Fish or Memory. four children — Anthony, 6, Isaiha, 9, around during stoAlso, there are stickyMichael, 13, and Mickayla, 16. rytime, but at least notes all over the “It was a struggle at first, but now it’s he or she is listenhouse — inside closet routine,” Vockel said. “I don’t even have ing. A toddler may doors or cabinets — to say it — they’re so good about doing giggle as his or her with the trick words it now.” mom or dad sings written on them.

Reading to — and with — children “Row, row, row, row “So, whenever every day is a piece of advice parents — Crystal Vockel, your boat” while Anthony opens the may commonly hear from a librarian or dishes, but Golden resident, washing cupboard, he has to teacher. However, not only do librarians at least the child is mother of four paying attention to say the word,” Vockel and teachers stress the importance of reading, parents, such as Vockel, also see said. the words.

It took time for the value in it.

All of these prochildren to learn their According to a survey of 2,252 mote early literacy. good reading habits, Vockel said, and Americans by the Pew Research Center It’s all to “help them find their way to it hasn’t always been easy. Not only are conducted in 2012, half of the parents the excitement of reading,” Walker said. all four children involved with sports, with children under age 12 read to their “And we know it makes a difference.”

Vockel, 30, is a busy mom. She works at child every day, and 58 percent of them Turning on the television is easy, Pleasant View Elementary in Golden and Walker said, but reading with — or to — have children under is studying for her the age of 6. Addia child is an intentional act parents and GED at Red Rocks tionally, 26 percent caregivers can do for the child.

Community Colof the parents read “It demonstrates the value of reading lege. She plans to to their child a few to a child when other people take the pursue a degree that times a week. time to read to them,” Walker said. allows her to conEach of the Barb Yeutter Roig, manager of the Jeftinue working with children must read fco library’s Kids and Families outreach children. for 30 minutes a program TALK to your child.

Her children inday — in addition to Yeutter Roig was only half-kidding spired her to return whatever homework when she said parents can start reading READ with and to your child. to school. assignments they to their newborns as soon as they get SING with and in front of your child.

“They see me bring home. Michael home from the hospital. struggling,” Vockel and Mickayla enjoy WRITE with your child.

“It is so important for children as said. “But I knew if reading, so they are soon as they’re born,” she said. “It does PLAY with your child.

I didn’t do it, they allowed to read by make a difference. Children need to be wouldn’t do it.” themselves in a bedengaged.”

Vockel believes room or other quiet The Kids and Families team visits preit’s important to place. But, after their schools, Head Start programs, daycares reading time, they must either discuss or show interest and be involved with her and preschools in Jefferson County, children. So, when she saw her children summarize the book with their mother.

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I want to help them grow and succeed. If they come up to me and want to read, I drop everything.”

5 EASY TRICKS THAT PROMOTE EARLY LITERACY

WHAT KIDS SAY ABOUT READING Anthony Zamora, 6 Anthony’s favorite books are the “Orson and Taco” series, authored by Charlot Wilson and illustrated by Meredith Johnson, because they’re both “little and big.”

“Orson has big stuff, and Taco has little stuff,” Anthony said.

Anthony enjoys reading with his mother and his older siblings.

“We read together, and it’s fun.”

Isaiha Zamora, 9 Isaiha enjoys when his mother reads to him.

“She’s good at reading,” he said.

In fact, Isaiha likes reading at home more than at school. He likes to read comedy, and especially enjoys Dr. Seuss.

“It’s funny,” Isaiha said, “and it rhymes.”

Michael Zamora Jr., 13 Although Michael finds playing sports more fun than reading, he likes when a book “draws you in so you want to keep reading it.”

Michael reads chapter books, and especially enjoys mysteries because they’re actionpacked and “you don’t know what’s going to happen next.”

But he likes letting other people know what’s happening in the book he’s reading, and guessing what might happen.

“Even if I’m right, I’m still surprised,” he said.

Mickayla Zamora, 16 Mickayla reads for pleasure on a daily basis, and enjoys fiction and reading about sports.

Reading is an important skill, she said.

“Reading is everywhere — you can’t really avoid it.”

The teen likes to challenge herself when reading to improve her vocabulary and skills.

“The more you read,” Mickayla said, “the easier and more fun it will be for you.”

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named their new daughter Regan and reveled in her blessing.

“She brought joy back in the family,” Wendy says. “We were all heartbroken, and she brought that back.”

A few weeks passed. Then a neighbor’s son, Pat Lytle, a student at Highlands Ranch High School, and his girlfriend — who knew the story of the name — decided to try to track down Regan during the school’s football game against Littleton High School.

They walked over to the Littleton side and asked a cheerleader if she knew a girl named Regan who was on the dance team.

“She’s my best friend,” the girl answered. “She’s sitting right there.”

The teens approached Regan.

“Do you know Wendy Hightower?” For a minute, Regan couldn’t place the name.

“Well, she had her baby and she named her after you.”

Regan was stunned.

“What do you say to that? It was the most lovely thing that had ever happened to me.”

A few days after meeting Wendy in the cemetery, Regan — unable to forget Wendy’s sadness or her love and dedication to her daughter — had returned to Madison’s grave with her camera.

She developed the film and printed the photograph in the school’s darkroom.

She wrote the note on the back and placed the picture in a Ziploc bag, in case

of rain. And then she drove back to the cemetery and left it on the headstone.

A week later, she returned. The photograph was gone.

“I really just wanted her to be happy . . . to heal,” Regan says. “It was really obvious she was still hurting.”

After the football game, Regan visited Wendy at her home and met baby Regan.

When Regan graduated later that school year, Wendy and Dennis — and little Regan — came to her graduation party.

During the ensuing college years, Wendy and Regan wrote every now and then, but eventually lost touch.

Neither, however, forgot the connection. Both believed there was a reason they had met.

Maybe God had something to do with it.

Maybe, Madison. ***** In February, Wendy and Dennis, now 52 and 56, and their daughter, Regan, 16, traveled from Austin, where they’d moved in 2001, for a volleyball tournament in Denver.

Wendy and Regan Beisenherz-Rouse, now 34, married and pregnant with her first child, had found each other a few years back through Facebook. They’d messaged back and forth, but hadn’t seen each other in person.

So they planned lunch at a restaurant in Littleton where the two Regans — referred to by Wendy as “little” Regan and “big” Regan — could finally meet.

Little Regan was a bit nervous, wondering if conversation would come easily. It did. “She was super-easy to talk to,” little Regan says. “And super-sweet.”

They peppered each other with questions. About little Regan’s volleyball and school and her older brother and sister.

About big Regan’s baby due this month, her family, her photography business.

“She’s just as wonderful as one of Wendy’s children would be, relaxed and confident in her own skin,” big Regan says. “She was just genuine.”

They discovered both had brothers in the music field in Austin. And both of their families are from Texas.

They hugged when they left.

And as they walked out, little Regan told her mom, “If you had to name me

after somebody, I’m glad you picked her.”

Little Regan has no doubt that Madison had something to do with that.

“Madison is definitely the reason I’m Regan and not Morgan,” she says.

She grew up understanding she had a sister in heaven. Madison was always part of the conversation and little Regan always made sure her presence was remembered.

Wendy says, “Anytime anybody would ask me how many kids I had, and I said three” — because explaining Madison’s death made others uncomfortable — “she would always correct me and make sure I would include Madison.”

For little Regan, it’s simple: “If Madison hadn’t of passed away, I most likely wouldn’t be here . . . and I can’t imagine what they went through losing her. But it makes me smile just thinking of her.”

She also knows this: “Take nothing for granted. Tell the ones you love that you love them because you never know what will happen.”

Wendy is certain the name was meant for her daughter.

“It was a good feeling, the way it happened,” Wendy says. “I just remember how impactful and purposeful it felt.”

Big Regan looks at Wendy and Dennis and little Regan and sees a shining example of how life should be lived, with love and compassion and hope.

She’s grateful her instincts pushed her to be a part of their story: “When you come right down to it, you need to do what’s in your heart.”

These days, just weeks away from the birth of her first child, big Regan finds profound meaning in all that has happened — and wishes for more goodness in everyday life.

“If I could change anything,” she says, “I would change people’s days, just by being kind.”

Like she did on a long-ago afternoon in a cemetery when a grieving mother touched her heart.

at Anythink Wright Farms in Adams County Storytimes at the seven Anythink library locations, which serve Adams County, are generally at capacity, McGowan said.

“Adults and parents are really involved with it,” she said.

Parents who attend storytimes get tips and resources to use at home, but a big part is the social aspect — “they can talk with other parents.”

However, there are plenty of things families can do at home to promote early literacy.

Fifteen minutes of time spent together at home reading can “instill a lot,” McGowan said.

“Plus, there’s the bonding of parent and child,” she said. “It becomes a positive experience.”

Children are constantly learning, McGowan said, so with reading, just like any other skill, repetition is important.

However, she also suggests to check with teachers and librarians for new ways to

“keep it fun and fresh for everybody.”

Susie Spiegler, reading specialist for kindergarten and first grade at Pleasant View Elementary School in Golden Reading together should be a shared and enjoyable experience, Spiegler said.

In fact, it shouldn’t be forced, and plenty of ways exist to ease children into wanting to read, Spiegler said.

Spiegler suggests setting aside time when cell phones and other electronic devices are turned off to read together.

Not only will it help build confidence in reading, families engage in sophisticated conversations — no matter what level of reading. She suggests to start small and build.

“Let your child be the one to direct that,” she said.

A parent doesn’t necessarily have to be a superior reader, she added. “It’s important to share in that learning experience.”

Parents who are having a difficult time motiviating their child to read can always lean on the school or teachers for advice.

“We’ll put our heads together and

come up with a solution,” Spiegler said.

“We want to make it work for them.”

Kim Ballantyne, coordinator for Jeffco Summer of Early Literacy program and the Reading to Ensure Academic Development Act administrator for Jeffco libraries It’s important to think about all the different ways to read, Ballantyne said.

Find ways to engage children with all kinds of text, she said, and help them find a purpose for reading. It can be reading a recipe to learn to cook something new or the instructions manual for assembling shelves in a bedroom.

“It’s not always sitting down and reading a novel,” Ballantyne said.

Finding the right book can also make a difference in children who are reluctant to want to read. Some children like to read fiction, while others enjoy learning all about something, such as dinosaurs, for example, in an illustrated nonfiction book.

Either way, Ballantyne said, “find a book that they will enjoy.”

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School team. They talked for about 20 minutes, then said goodbye.

But Wendy couldn’t stop thinking about Regan, wondering how she spelled her name, turning the conversation over and over in her mind.

“I don’t know why I felt so strong about it — I just did,” Wendy says about the encounter. “I didn’t have her last name. I didn’t figure I’d ever see her again.”

A week later, Wendy found a Ziploc bag resting on Madison’s grave. Inside was a photograph of her headstone. On the back, these words: “Now, you’ll be able to see her every day. Regan.”

Wendy started to cry.

And so begins this story about how an act of kindness nearly 17 years ago set in motion a chain of events that spun threads of joy from sorrow. How, sometimes, something as simple as a name can mean everything. And how, maybe, just maybe, unseen forces weave a little magic when it’s most needed. ***** Madison was the third child in Wendy and Dennis Hightower’s family. Soon after her death in August 1997, they decided to reverse Dennis’ vasectomy, performed after Madison’s birth.

The doctor warned that conceiving a child would be difficult and recommended artificial insemination. Eight months passed. Nothing. But on Valentine’s Day 1999, after the final insemination, Wendy was pregnant.

They knew it was a girl and had chosen Morgan as a name. Like Jordan, then 9, and Colton, 6 — and Madison — all names ending in “n,” it seemed to fit.

But meeting Regan changed that.

“She really understood . . . and cared enough to come back and take that picture and write that note and leave it for me,” Wendy says. “She just made a huge impression.”

The name, after all, ended in “n.” But more than anything, it just felt right.

So, on Oct. 7, 1999, Wendy and Dennis

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“The parents are the drivers of this,” Yeutter Roig said. “Without the parents, we wouldn’t have a shot.”

Storytimes at the library are great for promoting early literacy, but busy families can’t always attend.

“The goal is to promote early literacy to the whole community,” Yeutter Roig said.

One tip is as easy as talking to a child, which exposes them to words and language.

“The more words they have in their word bank, the more successful they’ll be,” she said. “Talking is the easiest, most effective thing a parent can do for their child.”

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When she was 18 years old, Regan Beisenherz-Rouse left this photograph on Madison Hightower’s headstone for her mother, Wendy, so that she’d still be able to see her every day. Courtesy photo

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Every month, Paula Vauss sent money to one of a series of post office boxes.

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That wasn’t on purpose; Kai never stayed in one place for long, and she told Paula more than once that she didn’t need visitors. So when the last check was returned, uncashed, Paula figured it was just another of her unconventional mother’s quirks.

For the first ten years of Paula’s life, it had mostly been just the two of them.

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I initially thought that “The Opposite of Everyone” was a mystery. It had all the elements: a hard-driven, sass-talking lawyer; a hard-drinking PI; and a hardliving past for one of the characters who had secrets.

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‘Death Takes A Holiday’ at Arvada Center H Gorgeous people. Gorgeous voices.

Great acting. Great directing. Great music.

Lovely set. Beautiful costumes. That about sums up “Death Takes A Holiday,” playing through May 15 at the Arvada Center.

Peter Saide (Death/Prince Nikolai) is not only very good-looking, he has a voice to match and would have no problem at all acting his way out of a wet paper bag.

When “Death” comes upon a horrific car accident and finds Grazia (Kristen Hahn), who has been thrown from a car, he initially plans to take her with him to the other side. Instead, when he looks into her eyes, he decides to let her live and to experience human life for himself.

He takes on the persona of Prince Nikolai so that he can come to understand what emotions feel like. Hahn is also beautiful

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AROUND Prince Nikolai goes to the villa of TOWN Duke Vittorio (Mark Rubald), where Grazia is visiting. He tells the duke the truth and swears him to silence.

The prince will leave at midnight on Sunday. Unbeknownst to the two men, the butler Fidele (Gregory Price) overhears their conversation.

Others in the talented cast include Duchess Stephanie (Megan Van De Hey); Corrado (Benjamin Wood), who is engaged to Grazia and was carelessly driving the car when it crashed; Contessa Evangelina (Erica Sarzin-Borrillo), a demented old lady; Baron Dario (James Van

Treuren), the Contessa’s physician; and Cora (Barb Reeves), the maid. There were so many strong performances that trying to list them all would run into my next column. Rod Lansberry directs the large case flawlessly.

A little judicious pruning would have served the play well. The first act is a hour and a half long, thought I must say, it went by quickly. For tickets and information, call the box office at 720-898-7200 or visit the website at arvadacenter.org.

BDT Stage in Boulder You still have a few days to see “Peter and the Star Catcher” (through May 14) before “Footloose” takes to the boards at BDT Stage (Boulder’s Dinner Theatre) and runs May 21-Sept. 3. “Peter” is the retell-

ing of how a wretched orphan came to be N called Peter Pan. “Footloose the Musical” is a lively and w entertaining trip to the past. When Ren moves to a small town and learns that a B local preacher has mandated a ban on c dancing, things get very interesting. Songs include “Holding Out for a Hero,” “Let’s Hear It for the Boy,” “Almost Paradise” a and, of course, “Footloose.” For tickets c and info for both shows, call 303-449f 6000 or visit www.bdtstage.com. a Do yourselves a favor and enjoy some live theater. Aren’t we lucky to live in an t area where excellent theater is the norm?

And, to the actors in the crowd, “break a t leg.” d Columnist Harriet Hunter Ford may be b reached at hhunterford@gmail.com. t i

‘Casa Valentina’ opens at The Edge Theater

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WHERE: Edge Theater 1560 Teller St., Ste. 200, Lakewood

Truth is more interesting than fiction, particularly when it comes to Harvey Fierstein’s play, “Casa Valentina.”

The play is based on true events and tells the story about men in the early 1960s who get a vacation from almost every aspect of their day-to-day lives in the Catskill Mountains.

The regional premiere of “Casa Valentina” runs at The Edge Theater, 1560 Teller St. in Lakewood, through May 22.

The story of “Valentina” follows a group of heterosexual men who visit a small resort colony in the Catskills to engage in their favorite pastime — dressing

and acting as women.

“It’s not really a comedy,” said director Josh Hartwell. “People are going to come in expecting campy, but we’re trying to honor these characters and their need to express themselves.”

The show is a larger-than-average cast for The Edge, with nine actors, including Patty Ionoff, James O’hagan-Murphy, Luke Sorge, Haley Johnson and Warren Sherrill.

“As an actor, I love to be challenged,” said Sherrill, who plays Albert and alterego Bessie. “It was especially challenging wearing the heels.”

It was important that the actors be respectful of their characters’ journeys, and Sherrill said he researched into the dif-

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“It’s been an amazing and very educational process working on this show,” he said. “You have to realize how brave it was for these people, especially in the early 1960s.”

The show will be eye-opening for many audiences, and that’s part of the draw for Hartwell.

“It’s a different world than a lot of our audiences have experienced before,” he said. “If people like great performances in a well-told story, this is a show for them.”

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Hike Doggie gets dogs outdoors Noise affects babies’ learning New business takes dog walking service to new level

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About 18 years ago, Sharie Thompson and Kath Allen met while working in the corporate world — they became instant friends through their mutual love of dogs and the outdoors.

“We always had this dream to do something with dogs,” Thompson said.

So, fast forward to 2016, during which time Stephen Hillen joined in on the dream, and Hike Doggie was formed.

Hike Doggie is a new Jefferson Countybased business for dog owners to ensure their dogs are active and happy by providing weekly hiking opportunities.

Hike Doggie is bonded and insured, and each of the human hikers earned dog walking certification through dogtec, a business and marketing support organization for the dog industry.

In addition, Thompson and Allen say they’ve attended conventions to learn about the industry and how different pet associations operate.

“People love their dogs,” Allen said. So “it’s all about the dogs. I love that we’re providing a valuable service.”

There are a lot of different reasons why people can benefit from Hike Doggie, the women said. Some have busy schedules, live in a residence without a proper outdoor area for a dog to play, travel often or have physical ailments.

When a person has to leave a dog in the house all day during work, “dog parents can start to feel guilty,” Allen said. “A whole workday, in dog minutes, is a very long time. It’s a less stressful situation when they’re out in nature with a pro dog hiker.”

Hikes occur in Jefferson County Open Space parks, and usually last for about a half-day — approximately four or five hours including the hike, pick-up and drop-off. Dogs are picked up at their residence by the Hike Doggie team in the Hike

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Stephen Hillen, Kath Allen and Sharie Thompson stop for a picture during a hike at Red Rocks. The three started a new Jefferson County business called Hike Doggie, which ensures dog owner that their dogs are active and happy by providing weekly hiking opportunities. Photo courtesy of Zachary Lang of Lazy Eye Photography Bus, which is custom-designed for dogs’ comfort during travel time. Although based in Jeffco, the Hike Bus can pick up dogs from anywhere in the Denver-metro area.

For now, hikes are offered twice a day — morning and afternoon — Monday through Friday year-round, but the business is looking to expand its hours to include weekends this fall.

People may sign their dogs up for weekly hikes, or even every day. There is no contract, however, to use the service, people must sign their dogs up to hike at least once a week.

The purpose, Allen said, is to get the dogs on a “recurring hike schedule.”

Hike Doggie is designed to accommodate hikes for most dogs, Thompson said.

The Hike Doggie team meets with dog owners to make sure everything is a good fit, then dog owners sign their dog up for one of three speeds: stroll-n-sniff, carefree jaunt or leg it out. People also choose for their dog to hike with doggie pals or party of one. Maximum capacity for a doggie pals group is four dogs per Hike Doggie human.

Hikes are paid for by the outing — doggie pals costs $65 per hike, and a party of one costs $85 per hike.

Hike Doggie has already been accepting dog clients and taking hikes, but it officially launched on May 2, and will celebrate at its Sniff ‘n Social event 2-6 p.m., May 14, at Lions Park, 1300 10th St., in Golden.

“It’s a dog party,” Thompson said. “Dogs should bring their people.”

It is “very much dog-centric,” she added, but community members who don’t have dogs will also have a good time — there will human treats including hors d’oevres and beer and wine, plus games, contests and the unveiling of the winners of the Hike Bus Model Contest, which occurred through April 30. The event is free and family-friendly.

Thompson takes her dog out for hikes in the Conifer area most every weekend.

She enjoys the tail wagging, licks and dog smiles when a dog gets to “have an awesome day,” she said.

Allen lives in downtown Golden, and said that for years she has been taking her dog — and the dogs of friends and neighbors — for early-morning hikes on Jeffco trails.

“This is Colorado,” she said, “the outdoors and making dogs happy.”

“What a child hears in a noisy LIFELONG environment is LEARNING not what an adult hears,” according to Dr. Lori Liebold.

Scientists reporting at the American Association for Advancement of Science note that noisy daycare and family homes with T.V., electronic toys, and loud music in the background are much more distracting to children’s brains than adults’ brains.

This noise can hinder how children learn to talk and learn in general. A noisy background interferes with the natural intense focused listening to voices needed to pick up speech sounds.

Young children also try to pick up language organization and vocabulary in the midst of hectic noisy lives and abundance of electronics. For them it’s like struggling to carry on an important intense conversation in a bar with bad acoustics.

Learning language By the time a baby is a few months old most have well developed hearing.

That’s not the problem. During tests by researchers young children can recognize a person’s speech among several others’ only if voices are kept soft. This problem of inability to isolate voices persists well into adolescence. Therefore, quiet classrooms are extremely important.

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‘November’ is fun without message

May 5, 2016

Marketplace ANNOUNCEMENTS

Garage Sales

Auctions

COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE 375 + Families May 7th 8am-1pm Roxborough Village Littleton, 80125

Avenue Theater production shows Mamet’s snarky humor

Classic Car Auction

By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com

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The time is about eight years ago, as the curtain opens on “November” at Avenue Theater. We spend one day in the Oval Office, which is an experience unlike any other you can expect this week.

The polls are really bad for incumbent president Charles Smith (Kevin Hart), who is running for re-election — and greatly concerned about his future presidential library — will there be one?

“Everybody hates you and you’re out of cash,” growls his top assistant, ArIF YOU GO cher Brown (Eric Mather).

David Mamet’s There’s trouble in Bul“November” is at Avenue garia and “some guy wants Theater, 417 E. 17th Ave. in to file a complaint.”

Denver’s Uptown neigh“Couldn’t we make borhood, through May 21. it rain?” Smith wonders Performances are at 7:30 upon hearing about severe p.m. Fridays and Saturdays drought. He asks for his and 6:30 p.m. Sundays. speechwriter, Bernstein Tickets cost $27.50 and are (Amie McKenzie), and is available at 303-321-5925 told she’s gone to China to or avenuetheater.com adopt a little daughter— and write Smith’s concession speech.

She appears to ask that the president marry her and her female lover on TV — after which she will hand over the speech.

And the representative of the National Association of Turkeys and Turkey Products (Bernie Cardell) and two turkeys are waiting in the anteroom … He wants Smith to pardon the turkeys from slaughter before Thanksgiving — one of the sillier annual rituals. But first, the sensitive critters need to smell Smith’s hand!

“How much will they pay?” Smith wonders.

The National Pork people are on the phone—“why couldn’t we have pork for Thanksgiving — or tuna?”

And Indian chief Dwight Grackle is on another phone line wanting the president to give him Nantucket Island for a 4,000-bed hotel and casino …

Playwright David Mamet is known for his snarky humor and he’s in fine form here. John Ashton directs a sharp cast, well-versed in comic timing, and the dialogue gets sillier.

For a laugh-out-loud evening with no compelling message, visit Denver’s Avenue Theater before May 21.

Macalady Continued from Page 15

How can families use this information? Find a quiet time and place to read to children without background noise. When searching for a daycare or classroom, notice the noise and room acoustics. Is the staff trained to use quiet clear voices? Are children trained to use quiet indoor voices? Noise exposure early in life has a negative consequence to learning.

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GARAGE & ESTATE SALES Garage Sales Arvada Fellowship Covenant Church Annual Yard Sale 5615 West 64th Ave 64th & Depew in Arvada (a few blocks West of Sheridan) in the church gym Thursday May 12th and Friday May 13th from 8am-4pm and Saturday May 14th from 8am-2pm Castle Rock RED HAWK NEIGHBORHOOD Garage Sale This Fri & Sat, May 6 & 7 Wolfendberger & Red Hawk Dr. 30+ Homes! 8:00am - ?

Maps Available Centennial Friday & Saturday, May 6 & 7, 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

7605 S. Grape Way, Centennial, CO. Multi-family sale includes infant/kid clothes - some nearly new - girls 0-5T, boys premie-18 months, toys, books, bike rack, furniture, art, dishes, adult clothes and much more.

Save the Date!

Gigantic Garage Sale in the Pradera Golf

Community Subdivision Fri & Sat, May 13th & 14th 8am-4pm Numerous homeowners in the Pradera community will be participating in this event Major cross streets into Pradera are Bayou Gulch and Parker Road., Parker 80134 Call Dotson Skaggs, Kentwood Company, 303-909-9350 for more information.

Moving Sale, W of Castle Rock Fri/Sat May 6&7, 9am-4pm, no early sales.

1548 S. Mountainview Rd. 80109 Furniture, CO books, sleds, antiques, patio set, +much more.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS RUMMAGE SALE is back for the 14th year. Deliveries accepted May 9th, 10th & 11th 7am-6pm. Sale on Thursday May 12th & Friday May 13th 7am-6pm on Saturday May 14th 7am-noon. This is a huge sale with large value items. Come see what we have. Location of sale St. Mark's Parish Center. 3141 W. 96th Ave. Westminster. just off Federal Blvd. parish center behind church on the north side. All profits are donated to charity.

Centennial NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE IN CHERRY KNOLLS Arapahoe Rd & E Nobles Rd 80+ Homes! Maps Available Fri & Sat, May 6 & 7 NORTHGLENN UNITED CHURCH Annual Church, Garage & Bake Sale.

Lunch served Friday May 6th 8am-4pm and Saturday May 7th 8am-3pm 10500 Grant Dr. Northglenn 80233 Westminster 10130 Eaton Street Westminster Friday May 6th & Saturday May 7th 8am-4pm Furniture items & Household Goods

MERCHANDISE

TRANSPORTATION

Firewood Pine/Fir & Aspen

Split & Delivered $250 a cord Stacking available extra $25 Delivery charge may apply Call 303-647-2475 or 720-323-2173

Autos for Sale 1999 Lexus ES 300.

$5,500 OBO. Great condition!

157K mi, new paint top half, silver, leather, sunroof, new headlights.

NW metro area. 720-940-6999.

2.5 2005 Nisan Altima runs great under 80,000 miles $3500 720-231-7681 2005 Toyota Camry LE 4 cylinder automatic 1 owner, 135,000 miles Blue, new tires complete detail, complete engine and transmission service immaculate in and out NADA value $6,800 asking $6,500 303-482-5156

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8' Floral print couch like new $125 Blue Rocker Recliner good condition $25 303-841-9387 Queen Pier bedroom set $975.00.

Search: craigslist Denver, Queen bedroom set 80004 for pictures & details. (303)949-6645

2001 HD Sportster.

Excellent condition. 1 owner.

Please call 303-803-2356 or 720-384-5924 for information.

Lawn and Garden

Wanted

Cash for all Vehicles!

Cars, Trucks, Vans, SUV’s

Happy Transplants Garden Club 17th Annual Plant Sale

Saturday, May 14th PERENNIALS, ANNUALS, VEGETABLES, HERBS Vectra Bank Parking Lot (SW corner of 72nd Ave. & Irving in Westminster) 9 am – 3 pm or until sold out Rain date: Sunday, May 15th

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Donate your unwanted Cars, Trucks, RV's, Boats to the Parker Senior Center Fully Tax Deductible these funds are transportation services for seniors to donate call 303-841-5370 Please Recycle this Publication when Finished

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Noise masks words Sudden noises are also a problem for children. Noises drown out parts of words and sentences children are trying to understand since they don’t have the experience to use context to fill in information.

If a home is loud and hectic around dinnertime children may not actually hear or understand directions and give blank stares. They are not ignoring you. They cannot extract the information from the noise.

Researchers find it is important to read stories and talk to children even while in the womb. Premature babies may have additional problems when they spend a long time in an incubator. Their brains get accustomed to the fan’s white noise and have trouble learning from Mom’s voice. A full term baby can pick out Mom’s voice because the auditory cortex is more developed. Many hospitals now pipe in a soft voice reading into the incubator when a parent is not around.

At home scientists suggest turning off electronics, speaking clearly, and making eye contact so children see your mouth. If a child doesn’t understand, use simpler words. If a child is having behavior problems check hearing and the noise level in the classroom. Children with hearing loss have an especially difficult time with noise.

CALL 303-566-4091

Esther Macalady is a former teacher, who lives in Golden, and participates in the Grandparents Teach Too writing group. For more learning tips see grandparentsteachtoo. blogspot.com the wnmufm.org/ podcasts and the website grandparentsteachtoo.org.

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When spring doesn’t bring sunshine Spring has (sort of) sprung here in Colorado. And although spring is typically associated with flowers, butterflies and bunnies, many don’t realize that it is actually a time when depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts are at the highest for some individuals.

It’s overwhelming to suffer from anxiety or depression, but it can also feel overwhelming when we don’t know how to help a loved one who is suffering. You may feel confused and frustrated yourself.

Perhaps you feel like you’re walking on eggshells because you’re afraid of upsetting them even more. Or maybe you’ve tried giving advice or avoiding the situation, but neither of those seems to be helping either.

So what can do you do to help someone who’s going through more than “just the blues?” Here are five things to consider when supporting a loved suffering from depression and anxiety: 1. Be there.

This is truly the best thing you can do.

Talk to them about how they’re feeling, hold their hand when they cry, just sit in

silence with them. If you’re not sure what they need, simply come out and say, “Tell me what I can do to help.” They will appreciate your willingness to help immensely.

2. Remember little things.

Shannon Gwash Talking about feelings not your ASK A forte? Not a problem THERAPIST — there are many non-verbal ways to show support. Grab a cup of coffee with them, send a good morning text, watch a funny video on the Internet with them, send a card, cook a meal and bring it over … the possibilities are endless.

3. Stop judging.

It’s difficult when you don’t understand where this person is coming from, but it’s important not to judge. Avoid saying things such as: “I think this is really all just

in your head. If you got up out of bed and moved around, you’d see things better.”

This can make the person feel like they have chosen to be depressed and to feel miserable. (I assure you, no one makes this choice freely.)

4. Don’t minimize their pain.

Statements such as “You’re too sensitive, lighten up!” or “Why do you let every little thing bother you?” can make a person feel worse. It invalidates what they’re experiencing and completely glosses over the fact that they’re struggling with a difficult disorder – not some weakness or personality flaw.

5. Be patient.

This can be the most difficult thing to remember; however, patience is a pivotal part of supporting your loved one.

And this patience has a powerful result.

I recently read a quote that said: “With patience, comes hope.” And hope is vital when dealing with mental health disorders.

Ready to have a conversation, but now sure where to start? Here are some ways to start the conversation:

• I’ve been concerned about how you’re doing lately.

• I’ve noticed you’re acting a little “off” and just want to see how you’re doing.

• Hey – you seem pretty down lately, what’s going on?

Questions you can ask during the conversation: • When did you start feeling like this?

• Did something specific happen that made you feel like this?

• Have you considered talking to someone about this? (Such as a therapist?)

Spring is a season of fresh starts, but for some struggling with anxiety, depression or suicidal thoughts, it can be one of the most difficult times of year. Keep these things in mind when supporting a loved one. Your willingness to help, love and support can help them through these difficult times.

Shannon Gwash is the marketing and public relations manager for Jefferson Center for Mental Health. She is also a Certified Mayo Clinic Wellness coach and can be reached at shannong@jcmh.org.

Springtime warning for wildlife living near the city It is “spring time” in our cities and Mother Nature has called fish and fowl and birds and mammals to pair up and parent. And those wild creatures that have taken up residency in the dense urban environment of our cities face survival challenges their relatives in the countryside do not.

Cities have streets that impede their travels, threatening high volume car and truck traffic, volumes of active people and pets sometimes roaming the outdoors.

There are more small wildlife road kill fatalities on city streets in the second quarter of the year than

Ron Hellbusch

OUTDOOR LIVING

CATHOLIC

ST. JOAN OF ARC C AT H O L I C C H U R C H

Proclaiming Christ to the Mountains & Plains

other months. More bird nests are disturbed; too many young birds and animals are chased by pets. And all within a period of time local wild creatures are less wary, cautious and attentive and at risk.

I live near a five-acre drainage pond that holds storm water and attracts ducks and geese and shore birds. The pond has a small weeded island near the middle where last spring a pair of Canada geese chose to build a nest. One day I observed an adult in hip wades out in the pond approaching the island and goose nest. The brooding goose and

PRESBYTERIAN

UNITED METHODIST

Worship: 10:00am every Sunday Sunday School: 9:00am Sept – May (nursery provided)

5592 Independence St. 80002 Tel. 303-422-3463 www.Arvadapc.com

Now enrolling for All Precious Children Learning Center

Sunday Worship......9:30 am Free Meals every 3rd Wed at 6:30 pm

Nursery Available

S ERVICES 8 &10 am Church School

9 &10 am 6750 Carr St. Arvada, CO 80004 303.421.5135 • www.arvadaumc.org Nursery Available

Golden First Presbyterian Church

On the round-about at South Golden Rd. and West 16th Ave. Sunday Praise & Worship................... 9:00 am Fellowship Time ................................. 10:00 am Church School ................................... 10:30 am

Pastor: Rev. Dr. Miriam M. Dixon

Nursery provided

G/W/L/A

303-279-5591

To advertise your place of worship Call 303-566-4100

Outdoors writer Ron Hellbusch can be reached at Ron-Hellbusch@comcast.net.

Arvada Christian Church

8010 West 62nd Avenue 303-422-5412

Living and Sharing the Love of Christ

It behooves us all to drive more carefully, be watchful, aware, alert to wildlife at the edge of city streets; to stay a distance from bird nests and small wild animals and birds.

It is critical to keep small children and pets away from nests, birds and small animals. Our cities’ open space and parks and even our neighborhoods offer so much more with the presence and sounds of wildlife and birds.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

www.StJoanArvada.org 12735 W 58th Ave · 80002 · 303-420-1232 Daily Masses: 8:30am, Mon-Sat Confessions: 8am Mon; Wed – Fri 7:30am & 4:00pm Sat Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:00 PM Sunday Masses: 7:30, 9:00, 11:30 am, 5:30pm

Pastor: Bill Sanders

her partner flushed from the nest and flew some distance away, frightened and loudly honking. The man reached down touched or picked up the eggs then left. The goose returned to the island but never returned to sit and hatch the eggs once touched by the trespasser. During this same period during my daily travels I observed far more squirrel and cottontail rabbit carcasses on the streets than normal. Often times there would be two road kills — a sign of a mated pair chasing each other or simply activity during the parenting period.

Share the life, love, and laughter of Jesus Christ!

8:30 AM - Worship in Chapel 9:00 AM -Sunday School 10:00 AM - Worship in Sanctuary www.applewoodvalleychurch.org

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Ralston Creek Senior Living Opening Spring 2016!

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May 5, 2016

Swap meat for seafood Learn how to transform traditional dishes

Family Features

N

ow more than ever, food choices matter.

People want healthy, environmentally friendly foods without sacrificing flavor.

Substituting the traditional protein in your favorite dishes with seafood is one deliciously smart way to satisfy these demands.

Seafood offers numerous health benefits. In fact, because seafood is high in protein, omega-3 fatty acids and essential vitamins and minerals, but low in saturated fat and calories, several health organizations recommend two servings per week.

When it comes to the environment, seafood offers an advantage as well — it’s the most environmentally friendly of all the animal proteins. In a comparison of environmental costs, wild-capture fisheries have a miniscule cost compared to foods such as beef, chicken, pork and dairy.

Changing up traditional meals to incorporate the goodness of seafood is easier than you may think. Just pick a non-seafood protein dish that you regularly enjoy, and replace the protein with one of Alaska’s many species of seafood. For example, replace veal in veal parmesan with delicious Alaska cod or the chicken in chicken Marsala with flavorful Alaska salmon.

Find more easy, meatless recipes and inspiration at wildalaskaseafood.com.

Cod Parmesan with Zucchini Noodles Serves: 4 Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes 2 medium zucchini (5-6 ounces each), thinly sliced 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 teaspoon olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/8 teaspoon dried basil 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano 1/8 teaspoon onion powder 4 Alaska cod fillets (4-6 ounces each) 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided In nonstick skillet, saute zucchini slices in butter and oil just until soft. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Keep warm.

Heat oven to broil setting. Mix grated Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, basil, oregano and onion powder together. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Divide and spread topping onto the top of each fillet.

Place fillets on foil-lined broiler pan. Broil 5-7 inches from broiler element for 3 minutes, or until top is browned and bubbly. Reduce heat to 300 F and cook 3-5 more minutes. Cook until fish is opaque throughout.

To serve, place 1/4 of zucchini on each plate.

Top with cod fillet and garnish with 1/2 tablespoon shredded cheese.

Smothered Cod or Pollock Serves: 4 Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes 1/4 cup olive oil 1/2 cup red onion 2 teaspoons garlic, chopped 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced Salt and pepper, to taste 4 tablespoons flour 2 cups chicken stock 1/2 cup tomato, seeded and chopped 2 teaspoons fresh thyme 4 wild Alaska cod or pollock fillets (4-6 ounces each) 2 cups mashed potatoes, warmed 4 fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish In hot saute pan, cook olive oil, onion and garlic for 1 minute. Add both peppers and salt and pepper, and saute 2 minutes. Add flour and stir until flour turns light brown. Add chicken stock and stir until liquid smooths and starts to thicken. Add tomato and thyme.

Season fish with salt and pepper, to taste, and place into simmering sauce and cover. Cook 3-4 minutes, carefully turn, cover and continue to cook until done, 3-4 minutes.

To serve, place 1/2 cup of mashed potatoes on 4 serving plates. Carefully remove each piece of fish and place on top of mashed potatoes. Evenly divide sauce over each piece of fish. Garnish each plate with 1 sprig of fresh thyme, if desired.

What’s in a name?

For many ingredients, substitutions are no problem. For example, pollock, which is a member of the cod family and shares many of its attributes, including a firm texture, mild flavor and snowwhite fillets loaded with lean protein, works in any recipe calling for cod.

However, at the fish counter it pays to pay attention to names because the Food & Drug Administration regulates what foods sold in the United States are called. This allows consumers to know

more about their origin and be confident in the safety and environmental standards used to raise or harvest the product.

Recently, the FDA made a change regarding pollock.

Alaska pollock was previously a species name, which meant pollock from Russia or China could be sold as Alaska pollock. To clear up the confusion and help ensure consumers know the source of their food, now only pollock from Alaska can be called Alaska pollock.

Salmon Marsala Serves: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes 4 Alaska salmon fillets (4-6 ounces each) Salt and pepper, to taste 2 cups flour 1/2 cup olive oil 1 cup Marsala wine 2 cups mushrooms, sliced 2 cups chicken stock 2 teaspoons fresh thyme 2 tablespoons cold butter 4 fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper, to taste.

On plate, season flour with salt and pepper, to taste.

Dredge both sides of each salmon fillet in seasoned flour, shaking off excess.

Heat large saute pan and add olive oil then place each piece of salmon in pan. Cook for 2-4 minutes, turn fillets over and cook until almost done. Remove fillets from pan; set aside.

Off heat, add wine to pan, scraping bits off the bottom. Return pan to heat and add mushrooms. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and cook for 1 minute.

Add stock and thyme, and let liquid reduce by half.

Return salmon fillets to pan. Cook, while basting fish, until fillets are heated through. Remove fillets to 4 serving plates.

Return pan to heat, add cold butter and swirl until incorporated and sauce slightly thickens. Remove from heat and divide sauce evenly over salmon fillets.

Garnish each plate with 1 thyme sprig, if desired.

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AREA CLUBS

Ongoing Activities, Ongoing /Business Groups

community.

Mondays

Tuesdays

The Arvada Chorale, an auditioned community chorus, rehearses Monday evenings from September to June at Arvada United Methodist Church, 6750 Carr St., Arvada. The chorale performs three concerts a year plus many community events. For audition information, call 720-432-9341, or email info@arvadachorale.org.

Applewood Kiwanis Club meets from 7-8 p.m.

Tuesdays at the Applewood Golf Course, 14001 W. 32nd Ave., Golden. You are invited to attend a meeting. Our goals are to serve children worldwide and in our community. We ring the bell for Salvation Army, deliver Christmas baskets to needy families and, assist the Jeffco Action Center with school supplies for children from low-income families. These are just three of our many projects.

For more information, contact Fred McGehan at 303-947-1565.

Divorce Workshop A workshop that covers the legal, financial and social issues of divorce is presented the third Monday of each month at the Sheridan Library, 3425 W. Oxford Ave., Denver.

Check in from 5:15-5:30 p.m.; workshop runs from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Register online at www.divorceworkshopdenver.com. Advance registration costs $35; at the door, cost goes to $40 (cash/checks only). Attendees will get help taking the next step by getting unbiased information and resources.

Learn the options available and next steps to take positive action steps. Discover community resources, and talk with other women experiencing similar life changes. Volunteer presenters include an attorney, mediator, therapist and wealth manager. Discussion items include co-parenting, child support, family coping, tax consequences, property division, hostile spouses and more. For information, contact 303-210-2607 or info@ divorceworkshopdenver.com.

Drop-in Storytimes Bring the kids to get lost in the world of wonderful words and fabulous illustrations, from timeless classics to new discoveries, all with a nature theme. Drop-in storytimes are at 10 a.m. the first Thursday and third Monday of each month at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Go to www.arvada.org/nature or call 720-898-7405. Suitable for all ages. No registration required.

English as A Second Language tutorial classes available Sunday and Monday evenings at Arvada United Methodist Church, 6750 Carr St., Arvada.

Registration required. Call Kathy Martinez at 303882-2751.

Golden Chapter, Order of DeMolay meets at 7 p.m. every first and third Wednesday in the town of Golden. Walt Disney, Mel Blanc & Walter Cronkite are counted amongst its Alumni. DeMolay is an organization for young men between the ages of 12 and 21 that offers character building, leadership training, and life skill development. We offer many activities, academic opportunities and scholarships. Please contact the chapter for more information. Email demolaygolden@gmail.com or www.coloradodemolay.org and visit Golden’s page under the Chapter tab by clicking on the Golden photo.

Golden Nar-Anon family group meets from 7:30-9 p.m. Mondays at Calvary Episcopal Church, 1320 Arapahoe St. We ask that people enter on the east side of the church and follow the signs to the upstairs meeting room. Call the Nar-Anon Family Groups World Service Organization at 800-4776291 or go to Nar-Anon.org.

Jefferson County Republican Men’s Club meets from 7-9 a.m. Mondays at Davies’ Chuck Wagon Diner, 10151 W. 26th Ave., Lakewood. Meeting fee is $5 (cash preferred). Order from diner menu (pay on you own). Call Fred Holden at 303-421-7619 for information. Republicans, especially students, youth and women, welcome to join.

Open mic Living Water Unity Spiritual Community presents open mic night – celebrate your teen self 4:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. This program gives teens the opportunity to express their performing art including voice and instrument, acting, poetry, stand-up comedy, mime, etc. Open to all students in sixth to 12th grades. Email bellbottoms809@gmail.com.

Wheat Ridge Rotary Club meets from noon to 1:30 p.m. Mondays for lunch at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St. Come as our guest and learn about our service projects for the

Arvada Sunrise Rotary Club meets from 7-8 a.m.

Tuesdays at The Arvada Centre For The Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. for a breakfast meeting. Come join us as our guest and learn about our community service projects and what Rotary does in the world to help people.

Camping Singles is a group of Colorado single adults who enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, swimming, biking, sightseeing, photography, the camaraderie of others, and starry nights around the camp fire. We usually camp in designated forest service or state park campgrounds within 2-5 hours of Denver. We welcome all single adults.

Our membership ranges from the 40s to 60plus. We usually meet at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month. For specific meeting information, contact campingsingles@gmail.com Denver Apple Pi, an Apple/Mac computer user group, meets from 7-9 p.m. the third Tuesday each month at the Applewood Community Church (downstairs), 12930 W. 32nd Ave., Golden. Program varies each month. We welcome those interested in learning more about their Apple or Mac computer. Visitors are welcome to see if you like our more mature group. More information may be found at denverapplepi.com.

Golden Rotary meets from 7:15-8:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Rolling Hills Country Club, 15707 W. 26 Ave., Golden. This active organization reaches neighbors in need. We build, support, and organize. We save lives locally and globally. For additional information visit www.rotayclubofgolden.org or contact Pat Madison at 303-279-1021.

Lakewood Chapter of Retired and Active Federal Employees meets at 1 p.m. the second Tuesday of most months at the Episcopal Church, 10th and Garrison. Call Greg Kann at 303-718-7307 with questions.

at Boulder Public Library main entrance). Tuesday, 11-11:30 a.m., Yoga, Boulder Senior Center, 909 Arapahoe Avenue. Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., Fitness Training, Boulder Center for Sports Medicine, 311 Mapleton Avenue (entrance on Maxwell Avenue.).

Learn more at rockymtn-teamsurvivor.org.

Wheat Ridge Art League meets at 7 p.m. the last Tuesday of the month at the Active Adult Center, 6363 W. 35th Ave, Wheat Ridge. Social time starts at 6:45 p.m. Enjoy an art demo by an award-winning artist each month at 7:30 pm. All art mediums and abilities welcome. Contact Pat McAleese at 303-941-4928 or mcpainter03@comcast.net for information. No meeting August or December.

Wednesdays Adult Roller Skating is offered from 10:30 a.m. to noon every Wednesday at Roller City at 64th and Sheridan, Arvada. Cost is $5 plus $2 to rent skates.

Contact Toni at 303-868-8273.

American Legion Auxiliary presents Burger Nite, 5-7:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Post 178, 1655 Simms St., Lakewood. Members, their guests and active military invited for varied food and reasonable prices. Visit www.alpost178.org.

Arvada Biz Connection www.meetup.com/ Arvada-Business-Connection/ is an informal networking event that brings together local entrepreneurs. Meetings are 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at various restaurants in Olde Town Arvada. A $5 fee is collected from each attendee, which is then donated to a local charity at the end of each quarter.

The 4th Quarter Charity is the Dan Peak Foundation who assists families in need. For information, call Micki Carwin at 303-997-9098.

Arvada Jefferson Kiwanis meets from 7-8 a.m.

Wednesdays at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., for a breakfast meeting. We invite you to join us for great fellowship, interesting programs, and the satisfaction of serving your community. This Kiwanis organization supports the Arvada Community Food Bank, the school backpack program, Santa House, Ralston House, and many other local organizations. For information or to visit a meeting, call Brad at 303-431-4697.

Arvada Rotary meets from 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays at Indian Tree Golf Club, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd. The club engages in a variety of community service projects, with emphasis on assistance to and support of Arvada’s youth. Visitors are always welcome. For additional information visit www.ar-

vadarotary.org or call Dave Paul at 303-431-9657.

Looking for a speaking club in Golden? Buffalo Toastmasters meets from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of each month at the Denver West Office Park, 14142 Denver West Parkway, Building 51, Suite 195, Golden. Go to www.buffalotoastmasters.org or http://www. meetup.com/Buffalo-Toastmasters-Golden/ for more information. Buffalo Toastmasters, where public speaking and leadership excellence is encouraged in a safe environment.

Dawn Yawn Toastmasters meets from 6:45-8:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Denny’s Restaurant, 565 Union Blvd., Lakewood (on the southwest corner of 6th Avenue and Union Boulevard). You need Toastmasters training because communication is not optional, it is required. Do you communicate with confidence, are you worried about your next big presentation or job interview. Attend the first three meetings for free. Call 303-988-2025 for directions. For information about the club, contact dawnyawn.toastmastersclubs.org or John Googins, VP of membership, at 303-547-0084, john. googins@gmail.com.

Foothills Music Teachers Association meets 9:30 a.m. to noon the third Wednesday of each month. FMTA is a local group of independent music teachers, affiliated with Colorado State Music Teachers Association and Music Teachers National Association. Call Kathy at 303-988-9565.

Golden Elks Lodge meets at 7:30 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 16795 W. 50th Ave. Contact golden2740@hotmail.com or 303-279-2740 for more information, or to learn how to join.

Kiwanis Club of Alameda West meets from 7-8 a.m. Wednesdays at the IHOP Restaurant, 389 S. Wadsworth Blvd., in the Lakewood City Commons Shopping Center. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time. The Alameda West Kiwanis Club is dedicated to serving the community through various service and fundraising projects. Our club has been of service to our community for more than 35 years. Join us at one of our meetings or for a service project. Contact Bob Zachman at 303-988-5678 or visit us at Alameda West Kiwanis on Facebook.

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Lake Arbor Optimist Club Bringing Out the Best in Kids meets at 7 a.m. Tuesdays at Indian Tree Golf Course, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada.

Breakfast served. Contact Terri Kearney, president, 303-506-6692; or Debbie Espinoza, treasurer, 720-937-2550. New members welcome.

Northside Coin Club is a group of collectors that meets monthly to promote the hobby of numismatics among its members and the public. The club meets at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at 12205 Perry St., at the Friendship Hall in the Cimarron Village in Broomfield. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Find more information about our club at www.northsidecoinclub.org/ or look for us on Facebook.

Master Networks of Belmar Entrepreneurs and professionals interested in growing their business and personal connections, this is the group for you. We use a national platform that includes an educational component along with traditional networking aspects. Group is oriented toward entrepreneurs and professionals. The group meets from 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays at DeMarras Bourbon Bar & Eatery, 11100 W. Alameda Ave. For information, visit a meeting or call Suzie at 303-979-9077 or email Littleton@Mathnasium.com.

Rocky Mountain Team Survivor, a health, education and fitness program for women of all abilities who have experienced cancer or are currently in treatment, offers weekly free, fun, supportive activities. Tuesdays, 10 a.m., Boulder Creek Walk (meet

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May 5, 2016

THINGS TO DO TOP 5

Mental Health First Aid Training An in-person training that teaches proven ways to help people who are experiencing signs and symptoms of an ongoing emotional problem or personal crisis is offered in two eight-hour classes. The Mental Health First Aid training is offered 12:30-4:30 p.m. Monday, May 9, and Tuesday, May 10, at Eaton Senior Communities, 333 S. Eaton St., Lakewood; and from 12:30-4:30 p.m. Monday, May 23, and Tuesday, May 24, at Covenant Village of Colorado, 9153 Yarrow St., Westminster.

Reservations required; call 303-698-6367 or email mentalhealthfirstaid@vnacolorado.org. Go to www.vnacolorado.org.

Spring Concert Series The music department of Applewood Valley United Methodist Church presents its annual spring concert series, presented in memory of longtime member and friend Joe Downing. Series schedule includes Tuesday, May 10, Paul Shinn Jazz Trio (visit www.paulshinntrio.com for more information); Tuesday, May 17, Amoroso Guitar Duo (visit http://goo.gl/gH7lLb for more information); and Tuesday, May 24, Christie Hageman Conover presents “Women of the West” (visit www.christieconover.com for more information).

Performances are at 6:30 p.m. at the church, 2035 Ellis St., Golden. Contact music director Scott Finlay at scott.finlay. avumc@gmail.com or visit www.applewoodvalleychurch.com.

Hike Doggie Sniff ‘n Social Help celebrate the launch of Hike Doggie, a regularly scheduled weekly hiking service, at the Sniff `n Social event from 2-6 p.m.

Saturday, May 14, at the Lions Park East Pavilion, 1300 10th St., Golden. Celebration includes hors d’oeuvres, refreshments, doggiefocused contests, raffle prizes and the unveiling of the Hike Bus models.

Go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/1037558722984195 for details.

‘Time of My Life’ Theater Company of Lafayette presents “Time of My Life” by Alan Ayckbourn.

Show runs from Saturday, May 14 to Saturday, June 4 at Theater Company of Lafayette, the Mary Miller Theater, 300 E. Simpson St., Lafayette. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 19; and 2 p.m. Sunday, May 22. Tickets available at www.tclstage. org or call 1-800-838-3006.

Samsara Dance Performance Zikr Dance Ensemble plans its spring benefit from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 15, at Mile Hi Church Community Church, 9077 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood. Enjoy a cocktail reception and preview performance of Zikr’s June “Samsara” performances while supporting the nationally acclaimed dance troupe. Go to www. zikrdance.com.

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THEATER/SHOWS

Take a Trip to the Roaring Twenties Set in New York City in 1922, “Thoroughly Modern Millie” tells the story of young Millie Dillmount from Kansas who comes to New York in search of a new life for herself. Her grand plan is to find a job as a secretary for a wealthy man and then marry him.

However, her plan goes completely awry. The owner of her dingy hotel kidnaps young girls to sell to the Far East; her wealthy boss is slow in proposing marriage; and the man she actually falls in love with doesn’t have a dime to his name - or so he tells her.

Performances are at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 6-7 and May 13-14, with a matinee performance at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 7, at the Colorado ACTS Theater, 11455 W. Interstate 70 Frontage Road North, Wheat Ridge. Tickets available at the door.

For group reservations, call 303-456-6772.

‘Casa Valentina’ The Edge Theater presents “Casa Valentina” through Sunday, May 22 at the Edge Theater, 1560 Teller St., Suite 200, Lakewood. Performances are at 8 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays, 6 p.m. Sundays, and 8 p.m. Monday, May 9 (no performance on Sunday, May 8). Tickets are available at 303-232-0363 or www. theedgetheater.com. Parking is free.

Spend Your Summer on Stage Colorado Actor’s Company and Theatre School is taking online registrations for summer camps for students ages 4-18. Shows include Aladdin, Twelve Dancing Princesses (and Some Princes too!), Mysterious Missing Mystery, Once Upon a Fairy Tale, Androcles and the Lion, The Prince Charming Dilemma, Shining Stars Camps for Differently-abled Students, and the family and friends production of Oliver! Register at www.coloradoacts.org. Call 303-456-6772 for more information.

ART/FILM

Art Shows The Lakewood Arts Council and Gallery has a number of upcoming shows with approaching entry deadlines. “Garden Inspirations” is open to all media, and the theme is gardens, flowers and plants. Show runs through May 27 at 6731 W. Colfax Ave. “Artist’s Choice” is open to any two-dimensional work. Show dates from May 9 to July 22 at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood. “The Human Experience” is open to any tw0-dimensional work and the theme is human emotions. Entry deadline is Friday, May 20, with show dates from May 27 to June 25 at 6731 W. Colfax Ave. Contact www.lakewoodartscouncil.org or call 303-980-0625.

Arts Guild Member Exhibit The Arvada Fine Arts Guild will have its 58th member exhibit through Wednesday, June 15 at the Arvada Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. A reception is planned from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, May 12; guests can meet the artists and enjoy the artwork. Jill Soukup will juror the exhibit.

First Friday The Lakewood Arts Council & Gallery plans its First Friday event from 5-8 p.m.

Friday, May 6, at 6731 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood, (next to Casa Bonita). Food, music and artist demo. For information, call 303-980-0625 or lakewoodarts.org.

Art Classes, Workshops The Lakewood Arts Council and Gallery is beginning new session of art classes and workshops. For registration and information, go to www.lakewoodartscouncil.org or call 303-980-0625. The gallery is at 6731 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood.

EVENTS

Dirt on Community Garden Project Applewood Valley United Methodist Church is constructing a community garden adjacent to the church at 2035 Ellis St., across from the fire station. Gardeners would have their own plot for growing vegetables and flowers and access to tools or a place to store their own tools. If you’d like to dig in and plant a summer garden, contact John Dunnewald at ApplewoodValleyUMC@gmail.com.

New Moon Labyrinth Walks The first in a series of free community labyrinth walks is planned at 10:30 a.m.

Friday, May 6, at the outdoor Chartes labyrinth Arvada United Methodist Church, 6750 Carr St., Arvada. Hosted by the Creative Live Center, the walk highlights the experience of the natural cycle of beginning, coming to fullness and ending to begin again. Admission is free. All ages are invited. Information online at www.creativelifecenter.org.

Hope House Derby Dash 5K, Fun Run Walk, run or even crawl to the finish line and stay for family fun activities at the conclusion of the Hope House Derby Dash 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, May 7, at Lake Arbor Park, 6400 Pomona Drive, Arvada. Proceeds will benefit Hope House, a nonprofit organization that works to empower disadvantaged teen moms in the Denver-metro area. Registration begins at 8 a.m. The 5K begins at 9 a.m. and the fun run starts at 9:30 a.m. Go to www.Hopehouseofcolorado.org.

Asian Food Bazaar Simpson United Methodist Church plans its annual Asian food bazaar from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 7, at 6001 Wolff St., Arvada. Dinner plate includes chowmein, beef teriyaki and rice. Also available are fresh baked treats and authentic Japanese foods of sushi, omanju and ohagi. Call 303-428-7963 or go to www.simpsonumc.com.

Vegetable Container Gardening It’s often hard to contain our excitement, but we can contain our garden. Join us and an expert from the master gardener program to explore the process of container gardening. It’s a perfect solution for small spaces. Program runs from 1-2 p.m. Saturday, May 7 at the Standley Lake Library, 8485 Kipling St., Arvada.

Contact Sean Eads, sean.eads@jeffcolibrary.org.

Container Gardening A CSU-trained master gardener will teach you how to grown your favorite vegetables in containers by growing them vertically. Learn design and maintenance tips. Program runs 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 7, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Registration required. Call 720-898-7405 or go to www.arvada.org/nature.

Busy Bees and Other Things Make a native bee house to take home and encourage these beneficial insects to spend more time with you. Learn about the importance of plant pollination and helping all the pollinators in our backyards. It’s not just honey bees that are busy.

Presented by Pioneer Farmsteaders, program runs 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Suitable for ages 5-10 years. Registration required; call 720-898-7405 or go to www.arvada.org/ nature Lifetree Café Honors Mothers The love, selflessness, and personal sacrifice of mothers will be examined at Lifetree Café at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, at 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, “Love Ya, Mom: Celebrating Mothers,” highlights the transformation women undergo when they take on the role of a mother. Lifetree Café national director Craig Cable explained this Lifetree session is designed to honor the work of mothers while giving participants an opportunity to reflect on the impact of moms in their own lives. Contact Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@ peacelutheran.net.

Outdoor Cooking - Cowboy and Native Styles Dutch ovens to ash cakes. Orange rinds to bamboo. Learn to cook outside and over a fire in many different, nifty ways. Enjoy a wonderful fire, great people, and tasty food. Sign up in advance. Outdoor cooking cowboy style is Thursday, May 12, and native style is Friday, May 13. Both classes last from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Call 720-898-7405 or go to www.arvada.org/nature

HEALTH

Healthy Glow from Head to Tow Learn about how to better your skin care regime from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 7, at Natural Grocers at Vitamin Cottage, Northwest Store, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. A DIY body care scrub station will be open from 1-3 p.m. Or learn how to get rid of skin care chemicals and learn DIY body care using oils, foods and everyday ingredients at home. The DIY body care program is from noon to 1 p.m.

It’s In the Air About one out of every give people suffer from runny nose, itchy eyes and sinus congestion every spring. These seasonal symptoms are often caused by our immune system reacting to harmless airborne substances such as pollen. Wave goodbye to your problems by learning what nutrients and foods help support a balanced immune response to airborne irritants. Program is from 5-6 p.m.

Wednesday, May 11, at Natural Grocers at Vitamin Cottage, Northwest Store, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Contact Megan Grover at 303-423-0990.

Relay For Life The American Cancer Society Relay For Life gives communities the chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost and fight back against the disease. Each year, more than 4 million people participate in this global phenomenon and raise money and awareness to save lives from cancer. Following is a partial schedule of Relay For Life events: Saturday, May 14, Relay for Life of Jefferson County Public Schools.

Healthier Living Colorado A program to help people deal with the challenges of living with an ongoing health condition such as heart disease, a lung condition, diabetes or arthritis is offered from 1:30-4 p.m. Wednesdays through May 18 at the St. Anthony’s Golden Neighborhood Health Center, 750 Warner Drive, Golden. The six-week class is open to the community. The registration fee will be refunded upon attending four of the six classes. Healthier Living Colorado is the chronic disease self-management program developed at Stanford University. For information, and to register, contact Maripat Gallas at 303-984-1845 or maripat@coaw.org. Go to www.coaw.org.

Nutritional Coaching Megan Grover, master of medical science and nutritional health coach at the Natural Grocers at Vitamin Cottage, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, offers free one-on-one nutrition coaching sessions for the public. Call the store at 303-4230990 for an appointment.

EDUCATION

History of Horses, Racing As we enjoy the Triple Crown season, join Active Minds 2:30-4:30 p.m. Saturday, May 7, for a look at the history of horses including one of the most extraordinary examples of the breed, the thoroughbred racehorse. Program begins with horse domestication and their use in agriculture, the military, and other arenas and end with a review of some of the greatest racehorses and races of all time. Program is at Welcyon Fitness After 50, 3140 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Unit 120, Lakewood. After Pamper & Play the program, guests are invited for refreshments and to watch the Kentucky Mothers and mother-figures get a special day of pampering from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Derby on the big screen. Call 720-210-9342.

Saturday, May 7, at The Family Room in Wheat Ridge. The Pamper & Play event Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Thursday features free, open play time for children and complimentary food and beveragfor publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocomes. To register, and for more information, go to http://www.thefamilyroomdenver. munitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a com/pamper-and-play. The Family Room is at 6279 W. 38th Ave., Suite 1, Wheat space-available basis.

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Music Teachers Association Suburban Northwest meets 9:30 a.m. to noon the first Wednesday of the month at Community in Christ Church, 12229 W. 80th Ave., Arvada. Meetings are open to the public and include refreshments, business meeting and program featuring music teaching professionals from around the state lecturing on the latest teaching developments.

Order Sons of Italy in America/Denver Lodge 2075 meets every third Wednesday of the month at 5925 W. 32nd Ave., Wheat Ridge. Dinner is at 6:30 p.m. and meeting follows at 7 p.m. Lots of fun activities planned for summer meetings. Everyone welcome. Call 303-238-8055.

Professional women NW Metro Business and Professional Women meets the first Wednesday of each month from September to May. Our mission is to achieve equity for all women in the workplace through advocacy, education and information. Call Marcia at 303-827-3283 to RSVP. Thursdays All Comforting Things of Colorado Inc. We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing comfort and encouragement to individuals by providing them items made by hand. We encourage you to bring your skills and enthusiasm to our fun group. We meet at 10 a.m. the third Thursday of each month at Phillips Methodist Church, 1450 S. Pierce, Lakewood. Contact actofcolo@gmail.com for more information.

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Arvada Associated Modelers hosts training night, 4-8 p.m. Thursdays from May to September (weather permitting) at the Arvada Airpark, 7608 Highway 93, Golden (use the Pioneer entrance between Leyden Road and 64th Avenue). Anyone interested in learning to fly radio control models is invited to take a no obligation, introductory flight with an instructor. No previous experience is needed, and the club provides radios and airplanes. Training is free and open to everyone. It’s fun for the entire family. Go to www.arvadamodelers.com/pilot-training/.

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Business spirituality Business Honoring Spirituality meets 7-9 a.m. every Thursday at the Community Center of Mile Hi Church, 9079 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood. Meetings include networking, a brief meditation by a licensed practitioner, guest speaker and breakfast. For additional information, visit www.bhsmilehi.org or call Patty Whitelock at 303-274-0933.

CERTUS Professional Network meets for its Lakewood networking event from 9:30-11 a.m. the third Thursday of the month at Panera Bread, 650 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood. Build your network, grow your business, network less. Our events are structured to connect professionals with the resources, power partners and leaders to expand their business and the business of others. Open to all industries, includes 30 minutes of open networking and organized introductions to the group.

Cost: $12 non-CERTUS members at the door. First participants pay half price. RSVP not required.

More info about CERTUS™ Professional Network at http://www.CertusNetwork.com.

Community Coffee Join Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp on the fourth Thursday of each month to talk about issues that are important to you. Community Coffee will be from 7-8 a.m. at La Dolce Vita, Ice Cream Room, 5756 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada; and from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Panera Bread, 10450 Town Center Drive, Westminster.

Drop-in Storytimes Bring the kids to get lost in the world of wonderful words and fabulous illustrations, from timeless classics to new discoveries, all with a nature theme. Drop-in storytimes are at 10 a.m. the first Thursday and third Monday of each month at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Go to www.arvada.org/nature or call 720-898-7405. Suitable for all ages. No registration required.

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Golden Men’s Support Group meets from 7-8:45 p.m. Thursdays near the National Renewal Energy Lab. Call Roger at 720-289-6396 or Terry at 303748-3748.

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Investors’ meetings The Rocky Mountain Inventors Association meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. the fourth Thursday of every month (excluding November and December) at Vesta Technology, 13050 W. 43rd Drive, Suite 300, Golden. Presentations in marketing, manufacturing, engineering, finance, business and legal, followed by networking. Go online to www.rminventor.org for details.

Rocky Mountain Team Survivor, a health, education and fitness program for women of all abilities who have experienced cancer or are currently in treatment, offers weekly free, fun, supportive activ-

Arvada Press 21 ities. Tuesdays, 10 a.m., Boulder Creek Walk (meet at Boulder Public Library main entrance). Tuesday, 11-11:30 a.m., Yoga, Boulder Senior Center, 909 Arapahoe Avenue. Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., Fitness Training, Boulder Center for Sports Medicine, 311 Mapleton Avenue (entrance on Maxwell Avenue.).

Learn more at rockymtn-teamsurvivor.org.

Salty Dog Sailing Club If you love to sail or want to try, if you don’t have a boat, if you have a boat but don’t sail enough because you cannot find a crew, the Salty Dog Sailing Club is for you. The club meets the second Thursday of the month at members’ homes. Members come from all along the Front Range because this is the only such club available. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. with the business meeting commencing at 7 p.m. Go to www. saltydog.org for meeting locations and directions.

South Suburban Toastmasters is a high energy, fun, supportive learning place to practice speaking and leadership skills. Group meets from 7-8:30 a.m. Thursdays at Toast Restaurant, 2700 W. Bowles Ave. in Littleton. Contact Leigh Miller at 720-272-2853.

Stuck in the Middle, a social support group for spouses and caregivers of those with chronic illnesses, meets at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays. Perhaps you’ve been a caregiver for years, your spouse or family member has moved to a facility and now you are faced with the isolation of living alone.

Or your loved one is at home and you would like an opportunity to relax and talk with people who understand the pressures caregivers face. Would you like to meet others in similar situations? SITM meets in member’s homes. E-mail Bonnie at bonnieforsitm@earthlink.net, for information.

Wheat Ridge Kiwanis Club invites you to breakfast at 7 a.m. Thursdays at Davies’ Chuck Wagon on 26th Avenue just west of Kipling. Come join us for speakers, comradery and community service. We are a small club and we have a great time serving the children of our community and more. Call David Colson at 303-507-2919, email info@wheatridgekiwamis.com or go to www. wheatridgekiwanis.com.

Wilmore-Richter, American Legion Post 161 has it Veterans Helping Veterans membership meetings at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at 6230 W. 60th Ave., Arvada.

Fridays CalmUp Journey Prefer to help yourself rather than do the coaching or psychotherapy thing?

Let me share with you free information about the CalmUp Journey, a one-page self-examination worksheet for men and women. Join me for coffee or tea from 8-9 a.m. most Fridays at Whole Foods Market Belmar, 444 S. Wadsworth Blvd. in Lakewood. Let me know you’re planning to be there so we’re sure to connect. Contact www.DrLorieGose. com or 303-500-2340.

Game On meets from 1-4 p.m. at Community Recreation Center, 68th and Wadsworth. The North Jeffco Senior Friday Club meets weekly to play cards and board games, including bridge, pinochle, canasta, hand & foot, majong, billiards and dominoes. No RSVP. All supplies provided and refreshments. Monthly pot luck/catered meals.

Golfing and bowling opportunities, too. For information call Bob Stremel, 303-905-4315.

Golden Gate Community Grange, 25201 Golden Gate Canyon Road, has meetings at 7 p.m. the second Friday of the month. Activities include yoga, dances, eggmania, special wildlife programs, holiday craft fair. Grange hall available for rental for weddings, parties, reunions, etc. Call Rich Phillips at 303-277-1933 or go to www.goldengategrange. com. New members welcome.

Grand Piano Show Patrice LeBlanc performs from 6-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Grappa Mediterranean Bistro, 1027 Washington St., Golden. Go to www.grappabistro.com. Call 303273-8882 for reservations and information.

North Jefferson County Gem and Mineral Club meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Friday of each month at the Apex Community Recreation Center, 6842 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Clubs offers presentations, field trips, socializing, and local shows. Children are always welcome to attend with their family. Members enjoy rockhounding (rocks, minerals, and fossils), faceting, jewelry making, diverse geology, and sharing stories about “the one that got away” (or at least was too big to carry home). Contact club president Tom Reilly for dues and other information, 303-940-7425.

South Jeffco Rotary Club meets at 7:15 a.m. Fridays at Fox Hollow Golf Course, 13410 W. Morrison Road, Lakewood. Contact Bruce at 303-919-3741.

Wilmore-Richter, American Legion Post 161 presents its Roundtable Issues breakfast meetings at 7 a.m. the first Friday of each month at 6230 W. 60th Ave., Arvada. The meeting is an information exchange forum for city, county, state and national governments. Group is a non-confrontational informational and coordination forum. Bring family members, neighbors, coworkers and friends.

Breakfast service begins at 6:45 a.m.; presentation starts at 7:05 a.m. Contact 303-424-0324 or email John Sharp at alp161@hotmail.com.

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Brandon Shanks swims the butterfly leg as he competed in the 200-yard individual medley event April 30. Shanks finished third in the competition as Lakewood joined D’evelyn and Valor Christian at the league swimming meet. Photos by Tom Munds

Tigers posts swim win Lakewood first, D’Evelyn third at swimming meet

By Tom Munds tmunds@coloradocommunitymedia.com The gently falling snowflakes outside the window were a marked contrast to the heated competition by athletes from Valor Christian, Lakewood and D’Evelyn in the April 30 triangular swim meet at Carmody Recreation Center Pool.

Lakewood took first place with 121 points. Valor was second with 108 points and D’Evelyn finished third with 90 points. Lakewood is ranked 16th among 5A schools and D’Evelyn is ranked 14th among 4A schools.

“We have a fairly strong team this season that includes a number of reSwimming continues on Page 26

Tristin van den Bulk swims the backstroke leg for the D’Evelyn 200-yard medley relay team. The competition was part of the April 30 league swimming meet that includes athletes from D’Evelyn, Lakewood and Valor Christian.

Arvada lax kid excels at college level Staff Report Arvada native Cody Bartusiak was recently named the Division II defensive player of the week by the US Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association.

Bartusiak plays defense at Lynn University as a freshman. He is the first player from that program to earn that honor.

He had a big showing in the Lynn Fighting Knights’ season-finale April 23 in a 10-6 win over Florida Tech. Bartusiak topped his own school record for caused turnovers in a game with six and tied for the team-lead with four groundballs. His efforts allowed the team to post its first-ever win over the Panthers.

It was the sixth time in the season that the Lynn defense limited an opponent to six goals or less.

The long-stick midfielder finished the season atop the SSC leaderboard in both total caused turnovers and caused turnovers per game. Bartusiak’s 30 caused turnovers this year nearly doubles the previous Lynn single-season school record.

Bartusiak attended Ralston Valley, but played most of his high school career with Wheat Ridge.

Freshman Cody Bartusiak (43) was named the USILA/Lids Team Sports Division II National Defensive Player of the Week. Courtesy photo

Kevin Boley has had a busy spring conducting interviews.

Boley is the head basketball coach at Legend, but he’s also the athletic director who had to quiz and eventually hire head coaches for football, Jim Benton volleyball and swimOVERTIME ming.

Monte Thelen, the former Cherokee Trail head coach, was hired in early April to take over the Titans’ football program.

Last week, Boley announced that Verlyn Rosenthal will assume the coaching reins of the volleyball program from Katie Winsor to become the second volleyball coach in school history. Another Cherokee Trail coach, boys swimming coach Kipp Meeks, was hired as Legend’s new girls swimming mentor.

Rosenthal won three state championships and had a 66-match winning streak while coaching Colorado Springs Christian from 2002-06. He was head coach at Colorado Christian University for five seasons starting in 2010.

He assumes the leadership of a Legend program that has made the state tournament the past two seasons and was ranked No. 1 in the state early during the 2015 campaign. However, the Titans will graduate five top players but return Kayleigh Thompson and Katie Turner.

“I’m excited,” Rosenthal said. “I love coaching volleyball and this will be a real nice fit. The previous coach did a nice job in building the program and has some nice things in place. We will have to rely on some younger athletes next year.”

Meeks is also excited about his new venture at Legend.

“The girls program has a great deal of young talent and potential,” he said. “I hope to bring a fun atmosphere and instill a tremendous work ethic to be a successful program competing at the 5A level.”

CHSAA issues weather warning Last season’s spring state playoffs were hampered by wet weather, so the Colorado High School Activities Association delivered a message to schools on what can be done when games or matches are postponed despite the forecast for sunny days this week.

Dates to complete regular-season competition can’t be changed. When the playoffs start, there is flexibility to play on the next available day, according to the bylaws.

Leagues need to make plans on how champions will be declared and the way the order of finish will be determined if some league games or matches can’t be completed.

Local tennis player represents U.S. A call last week to talk with Colorado Athletic Club-Inverness club tennis pro Simona Bruetting of Highlands Ranch ended without a conversation.

She was unavailable because she was playing tennis in Slovakia to prepare for the International Tennis Federation’s Young Seniors World Team Championships, scheduled May 1-6 in Umag, Croatia.

Bruetting is the captain of the fourplayer USA women’s Young Cup team (40 and older).

She is the 2015 Indoor Hard Court and Clay Court national champion in singles and doubles for her age group. The Benton continues on Page 26

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ARVADA SPORTS ROUNDUP POMONA PANTHERS BASEBALL Lakewood 4, Pomona 0 The Panthers fell to the Lakewood Tigers 4-0 during their April 27 conference home game.

Bear Creek 11, Pomona 8 The Panthers fell to the Bear Creek Bears 11-8 during their April 25 conference away game.

GIRLS SOCCER Pomona 3, Bear Creek 0 The Panthers won their April 27 conference away game 3-0 against the Bear Creek Bears.

Arvada West 2, Pomona 0 The Panthers fell to the Arvada West

Wildcats 2-0 during their April 26 conference home game.

TRACK AND FIELD Central Warrior Invitational The Eagles attended the April 30 Central Warrior Invitational at Stocker Stadium in Grand Junction. The following are the team’s top performers.

Freshman Max Borghi took first in the men’s 100-meter with a time of 11.05 seconds. Senior Vincent Workman placed first in the men’s 3200-meter with a time of 9:50.93. Senior Clae Walters placed first in the men’s discus and shotput with a distance of 153 feet 1 inch and 54 feet

2.75 inches respectively.

Senior Hannah McClure placed first in both the discus and shotput with distances of 113 feet 3 inches and 40 feet 4.5 inches respectively. Junior Semaye Johnson placed second in both the women’s 100-meter and the women’s 200-meters with times of 12.85 seconds and 26.58 seconds respectively.

GOLF The Panthers attended the Broken Tee tournament on April 25. They placed eighth out of eight in the Jeffco 5A competition with a score of 484.

BOYS SWIMMING

Multi teams at Pomona, Ralston Valley, Arvada West The Panthers attended the April 29 Pomona, Ralston Valley and Arvada West meet. The following are top scores from the event.

Junior Brycen Meyer placed first in the 50 free event with a time of 26.73 seconds as well as first in the 100 breast event with a time of 1:19.43. Junior Anthony Laurita placed first in the 100 free event with a time of 56.64 seconds.

Senior Keegan Foulke placed first in the 100 fly event and the 200 free event with times of 1:04.15 and 2:04.09 respectively. His teammate, junior Seth Carlson placed second in the 100 fly event with a time of 1:16.63.

RALSTON VALLEY MUSTANGS BASEBALL Ralston valley 10, Lakewood 0 The Mustangs shut out the Lakewood Tigers 10-0 during their April 25 neutral conference game.

Key performers: Senior Josh Robinson led the team in batting with two hits, one run and two runs batted in. Senior Tanner Hauptman and junior Brock Downing had four putouts.

GIRLS SOCCER Arvada West 1, Ralston Valley 0 The Mustangs fell to the Arvada West Wildcats 1-0 during their April 28 conference away game.

Ralston Valley 5, Denver East 1 The Mustangs won their April 26 away conference game against Denver East 5-1.

Key performers: Freshman Brooklyn

Farrido scored three goals and senior Alyssa Kaiser had four assists. Sophomore and goalie Emmalie Markham had five saves.

GIRLS LACROSSE Ralston Valley vs. Wheat Ridge Ralston Valley played Wheat Ridge on April 30; a final score had not been reported as of press time.

Ralston Valley 18, Golden 7 The Mustangs beat the Golden Demons by 11 points during their April 28 conference home game.

Key performers: Senior Marin Felsoci scored five goals and had 2 assists. Junior Jessica Gibson had four goals.

TRACK AND FIELD

Shipwreck Invitational The Mustangs attended the April 28 Shipwreck Invitational on April 28 in Englewood. Final results had not been posted as of press time GOLF The Mustangs attended the Broken Tee tournament on April 25.

They placed second out of eight in the Jeffco 5A competition with a low score of 316.

Sydney Eye placed second in the individuals with a low score of 74, her teammates Jordan Remley and Lexi Muelender placed fourth and fifth with scores of 78 and 79 respectively.

BOYS SWIMMING Multi Teams @ Pomona, Ralston Valley, Arvada West

The Mustangs attended the Pomona, Ralston Valley and Arvada West meet on April 29, 2016. The team placed first out of the three. The following are their top scores.

Freshman Anthony Desiato placed first in the one-meter diving event with a score of 230.10. Nicholas Fox placed first in the 100 back event with a time of 1:07.02; he also placed first in the 200 individual medley with a time of 2:26.45. Junior Joel Chapman placed second in the 100 breast with a 1:23.80.

Freshman Luke Mantych placed second in the 200 free event with a time of 2:15.25. The 400-free relay team placed first with 4:07.18.

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ARVADA SPORTS ROUNDUP ARVADA BULLDOGS BASEBALL Arvada vs. Green Mountain Arvada played Green Mountain High School April 30, a final score was not reported as of press time.

Arvada 11, Conifer 3 Arvada won their April 27 conference away game against Conifer 11-3.

Key performers: Senior Andrew Shin led the team in batting with two hits, one run and one run batted in. Junior Jaden Mortimer had six putouts.

Valor Christian 10, Arvada 0 Arvada lost 10-0 to the Valor Christian Eagles during their April 25 conference

home game.

Key performers: Senior Dominic Moon led the team in batting with two hits.

Senior Chris Smith and sophomore Levi Mair each had four putouts.

GIRLS SOCCER Conifer 10, Arvada 0 The Bulldogs fell to the Conifer Lobos 10-0 during their April 27 conference away game.

GOLF Broken Tee Arvada attended the Broken Tee tournament on April 25. They placed 10th in the event with a score of 494

FAITH CHRISTIAN EAGLES BASEBALL Faith Christian 10, Jefferson Academy 1 The Eagles won 10-1 their April 21 conference away game against Jefferson Academy.

Key performers: Senior Gabe Hegarty led the team in batting with four hits, two runs and two runs batted in. Senior Austin Stone had one home run.

Senior Sean Hyman had 11 put outs.

GIRLS SOCCER Faith Christian vs. Manual The Eagles played Manual on April 30. A score was not reported for this game as of press time.

Faith Christian 2, Colorado Academy 0 The Eagles won their April 27 conference away game 2-0 against the Colorado Academy Mustangs.

Key performers: Senior Austin Stone led the team in batting with two hits and one

run. Senior Sean Hyman had 11 putouts.

TRACK AND FIELD Central Warrior Invitational The Eagles attended the April 30 Central Warrior Invitational at Stocker Stadium in Grand Junction. The following are the team’s top performers.

Sophomore Ben Rockwell took sixth in the men’s 100-meter hurdles with a time of 16.97 seconds.

He also placed seventh in the men’s 300-meter hurdles with a time of 42.94 seconds. Junior Josiah Piper placed seventh in the men’s triple jump with a distance of 36 feet.

Junior Sarah Yocum took first in the women’s 100-meter hurdles with a time of 52.58 seconds. Junior Jessica Blahnik placed third in the women’s triple jump with a distance of 33 feet 4.5 inches. She also placed 12th in the women’s long jump with a distance of 14 feet 3 inches.

ARVADA WEST WILDCATS BASEBALL Dakota Ridge 13, Arvada West 1 Arvada West fell to the Dakota Ridge Eagles 13-1 during their April 25 conference home game.

Key performers: Senior Brandan Moriarty had one hit and one run. Senior Kennedy Badgett and senior Landon Brown each had four putouts.

GIRLS SOCCER Arvada West 1, Ralston Valley 0 The Wildcats shut out Ralston Valley 1-0 during their April 28 conference home game.

Key performers: Senior Abby Kostelecky scored one goal. Senior goalie Caity Wooley had 13 saves.

Arvada West 2, Pomona 0 The Wildcats won, 2-0, against the Pomona Panthers during their April 26th conference away game.

Key performers: Senior Olivia DeVita and sophomore Kynlee Post each had one goal. Junior goalie Maysie Poland had five saves.

TRACK AND FIELD Ram Charger Invitational The Wildcats were scheduled to attend

the Ram Charger Invitational at Jeffco Stadium, but the event was cancelled due to adverse weather conditions.

BOYS SWIMMING Multi teams at Pomona, Ralston Valley and Arvada West The Wildcats took third place during the April 29 meet against Ralston Valley and Pomona.

The following are their best finishes.

Sophomore Spencer Mousseau placed second in the one-meter diving competition with a score of 227.

Junior Chris Lively placed third in the 50-free event with a time of 26.97, and he placed fourth in the 100-free event with a time of 01:03.00. The 400-free relay team placed third with a time of 4:26.53.

GOLF Broken Tee Arvada West attended the Broken Tee tournament on April 25. They placed first in the event with a low combined score of 311.

Ally Pepper placed first in the individuals with a low score of 72. Her teammate, Regan Robinson, placed third with a score of 76.

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Swimming Continued from Page 22

turning all-conference swimmers ...,” Tigers coach Jennifer Snowberg said before the meet. “We have 35 on the team. While we cover all the events, our distance swimmers are doing well, and our strongest event probably is the 500 freestyle.”

Ten to 12 of her athletes, she said, are year-round swimmers.

“There are top competitors who swim just during the high school season, but most of the top athletes in the events swim all year long,” she said.

The D’Evelyn Jaguars have 20 swimmers and two divers this year.

“We are a small team but we pack a punch,” coach Mark Collings said. “We will be very competitive in the Jefferson County Class 4A league meet as we seek to win our eighth straight league title. We know winning the title won’t be easy. And we know we will be challenged by other teams including Valor, Golden, Wheat Ridge and others, but we’ll be in there looking to retain the league title.”

Lakewood won a number of events at the meet. The first event title went to Jack Linder in the 50-yard freestyle. Other Tiger event winners included Blaise Snowberg in the 100-yard butterfly, Bradley Jackson in the 500-yard freestyle. Tiger teammate Mac Harrison won the diving competition.

Jackson has been swimming the distance freestyle event since his coach put him in it.

“My coach and I found I had a knack for

Benton Continued from Page 22

Slovakian native was the national champion in Slovakia in the 14s, 16s and 18s in singles and doubles.

New Lutheran football coach Lutheran has named a new football coach to replace Blair Hubbard, who departed after two seasons to become the

Jack Moranetz, left, relaxes after winning the 200-yard freestyle for D’evelyn and takes time to shake hands with a Lakewood competitor during the April 30 swimming meet. The Jaguars joined Valor Christian and Lakewood in the competition at Carmody Recreation Center. Photo by Tom Munds distance freestyle,” he said. “My times on each lap are pretty even. I started winning events so I just stuck with it.”

Jackson completed the 500-freestyle and immediately took his place on the 200-yard freestyle relay team that finished second.

“The 500 and the 200 relay are two different worlds,” he said after completing his leg of the relay. “The 500, you set a pace and maintain it. This is a sprint with a different mindset — turn on the burners and go as fast as possible.”

Stamina is a big part of being able to remain competitive in back-to-back events, he said.

“I swim six to eight times a week so I spend 12 to 16 hours in the water,” he said.

“In that time, I probably swim 36,000 meters a week. I swim with a club team and, for a change, I put some biking and running with my swimming when I compete in triathlons in the summer.”

D’Evelyn’ team point total grew as Jaguar swimmers won two events. Jack Moranetz won the 200-yard freestyle and, later in the meet, Moranetz joined forces with teammates Donovan Hoffman, Liam Skelton and Thomas Kyle to win the 200yard freestyle relay.

Moranetz, a sophomore, said swimming

is his sport.

“I really like swimming and I compete in swimming all year,” he said. “I like the way, in swimming, you can see yourself getting better when you work hard.”

He won the 200-yard freestyle, swam on the relay team and also finished fourth in the 100-yard butterfly.

“I like the freestyle and the butterfly, but I really like to swim the breaststroke,” the sophomore said. “My goal this year is to swim the 100 breaststroke under one minute. I am close and need to cut about half a second off, but I think I can reach my goal before the end of the season.”

head coach at Broomfield.

Stephen Robbins, who was head coach for Lutheran South Academy in Houston, Texas, for the past five seasons and compiled a 33-22 record, was hired April 28 to take over the Lions.

baseball team with ThunderRidge second, Lakewood fifth and Ralston Valley sixth.

Valor Christian is fourth in the 4A polls with Wheat Ridge ninth. Silver Creek is No. 1.

Mountain Vista is fourth in the Class 5A girls soccer poll with ThunderRidge ninth as the whole state chases topranked Grandview. Wheat Ridge is the runner-up to Lewis Palmer in the 4A soccer rankings with Valor Christian sixth and D’Evelyn ninth.

In the boys 5A lacrosse poll, Mountain Vista is second behind Regis Jesuit with

Arapahoe third, Cherry Creek fourth and Chaparral tenth. Valor Christian is fifth and Golden seventh in the 4A boys with Dawson holding the top spot.

Unbeaten teams Colorado Academy and Cherry Creek are one-two in the girls lacrosse poll with ThunderRidge sixth, Arapahoe seventh and Chaparral eighth.

Rankings released as playoffs loom Heading into the final week of the regular season, CHSAANow.com released its latest rankings. Check back in a few weeks after the state playoffs to see which teams were as good as advertised.

Pine Creek is the top-ranked Class 5A

Jim Benton is a sports writer for Colorado Community Media. He has been covering sports in the Denver area since 1968. He can be reached at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com or at 303-566-4083.

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LEO (July 23 to August 22) You now have information that can influence that decision you planned to make. But the clever Cat will consult a trusted friend or family member before making a major move.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Good news: You’re finding that more doors are opening for you to show what you can do, and you don’t even have to knock very hard to get the attention you’re seeking.

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LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Your gift for creating order out of chaos will help you deal with a sudden rush of responsibilities that would threaten someone less able to balance his or her priorities.

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CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A conflict between obligations to family and to the job can create stressful problems. Best advice: Balance your dual priorities so that one doesn’t outweigh the other.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Don’t guess, speculate or gossip about that so-called mystery situation at the workplace. Bide your time. An explanation will be forthcoming very soon.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Boredom might be creeping in and causing you to lose interest in a repeat project. Deal with it by flipping over your usual routine and finding a new way to do an old task.

BORN THIS WEEK: You can warm the coldest heart with your lyrical voice and bright smile. You find yourself at home, wherever you are. (c) 2016 King Features Synd., Inc.

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May 5, 2016 community Need: All ages, knowledge levels to work on bicycles Contact: www.goldenoptimists.org Send volunteer opportunities to hharden@ coloradocommunitymedia.com.

Animal Rescue of the Rockies Rescues homeless dogs and cats from overcrowded shelters Need: Foster-care families for death-row shelter dogs and cats Contact: www.animalrescueoftherockies. org Cat Care Society Nibbles ‘N Kibbles Food Bank Works to reduce number of abandoned and surrendered cats Need: Donations of canned and bagged cat food and litter Contact: 303-239-9680 Common Earth Community Garden Garden project for entire community of Arvada Need: Volunteers to help build and work in garden Contact: Anthony at 303-204-0840 or squiggy.as@gmail.com Edge Theater Lakewood area community theater Need: Friendly and outgoing volunteers to tend bar Contact: Patty Yaconis at 720-841-7631 or www.theedgetheater.com Foothills Art Center Golden’s premier art facility Contact: volunteerinfo@foothillsartcenter. org Founders and Friends of Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge Restores native habitat and wildlife; provides opportunities to experience wildlife and nature; promotes awareness and appreciation of the National Wildlife Refuge System Need: Volunteers to help with regular clean-up of the entrance area to Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge, 9210 W. 80th Ave., Arvada; weeding and watering of the Prairie Garden inside entrance to refuge during summer; donation of fabric and sewing of children’s Ranger vests Age requirements: Adults, or children with adult supervision Contact: Janet Torma-Krajewski, 303-4232069 or ieil@q.com Gateway Battered Women’s Services Serves domestic violence victims in Aurora and Arapahoe County Need: Volunteers for various fundraising, planning committees Contact: Jeneen Klippel, 303-343-1856; email jkworden@gatewayshelter.com.

Girl Scouts Youth organization for girls Need: Volunteers for jobs ranging from running troops to helping with a science event or office work Age requirement: Men and women 18 and older Contact: girlscoutsofcolorado.org, email inquiry@gscolorado.org or call 1-877-4045708 Golden Optimists Bicycle Recycle Group helps repair or recycle bicycles in the

Golden Visitors Center Provides information about Golden and surrounding areas Need: Volunteers to man front desk and greet visitors, open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; two 4-hour shifts offered Requirement: Must be 18 and older, training provided Contact: Mary Gomez, 303-279-2282 or marygomezvisitorcenter@gmail.com Habitat ReStore Nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers Need: Volunteers for Wheat Ridge, Denver or Littleton Habitat ReStores, helping with the cash register, dock and warehouse floor Contact: 303-996-5468, email Alice Goble at Alice@habitatmetrodenver.org Health Passport Centura Health program that provides health and wellness services Need: Volunteers to support patients and families in the hospital and upon discharge with outreach, marketing and social networking; connecting patients, families and volunteers to services and programs; hosting classes at various Health Passport locations; contributing to the health and wellness of those in the community; counseling clients who need prescription drug assistance; and helping with day-to-day living expenses, Medicare and Medicaid issues.

Contact: Kerry Ewald, Health Passport volunteer coordinator, 303-629-4934.

Hospice of Covenant Care Nonprofit, faith-based hospice Need: Volunteers to support patients and families Contact: 303-731-8039 Lutheran Family Services: Cultural Mentoring Program We welcome refugee families and help them adjust to their new home Need: People who can commit to working with refugees on skills for self-sufficiency and helping them learn about their new home.

Requirements: Must be 18 or older (although children of volunteers are welcome to participate). One-hour training and orientation required.

Contact: David Cornish, 303-225-0199 or david.cornish@lfsrm.org; go to www.lfsrm. org.

Jefferson County Library Foundation Supports Jefferson County Public Library through fundraising and advocacy Need: Volunteers to help book sales and sorting book donations at the warehouse year-round Age requirements: Ages 12 and older are welcome Contact: 10790 W. 50th Ave., Suite 200, Wheat Ridge; call 303-403-5075 PeopleFirst Hospice Denver hospice Need: Volunteers to provide companionship to hospice patients and their families.

Contact: Rachel Wang at 303-546-7921

CELEBRATIONS

Kansas.

Emily Quinn, of Arvada, was named to the fall 2015 dean’s list at Ithaca College.

Quinn is majoring in clinical health studies.

Arvada Benjamin S. Reinicke, of Arvada, was Lynzee Allen, of Arvada, made the fall named to the fall 2015 dean’s list at the 2015 dean’s list at Azusa Pacific University.

University of Wyoming.

Allen is an applied exercise science major.

Samuel Adam Reinicke, of Arvada, was Samantha Duran, of Arvada, has received the AmeriCorps Scholarship from named to the fall 2015 dean’s list at the University of Wyoming.

Western Governors University.

Madelaine E. Bass, of Arvada, was Keira Rogers, of Arvada, was named named to the fall 2015 dean’s list at the to the fall 2015 dean’s list at Creighton University of Wyoming.

University.

Molly Nicole Duncan, of Arvada, was Kayla Schumann, of Arvada, was named to the fall 2015 dean’s list at the inducted into Midland University’s chapter University of Wyoming. of Sigma Theta Tau International, Theta Sarah Greer, of Arvada, was named Omega. Schumann is a nursing student at to the fall 2015 dean’s list at Creighton Midland. Sigma Theta Tau International University. is the only honor society for the nursing Mattea Keister, of Arvada, was named profession. to the fall 2015 honor roll at the University Morgan R. Schumann, of Arvada, was of Kansas. named to the fall 2015 dean’s list at the Kelsey Anne Kimminau, of Arvada, University of Wyoming. graduated with a bachelor’s degree in jusBenjamin J. Schwenk, of Arvada, was tice studies from Fort Hays State University. named to the fall 2015 dean’s list at the Morgan Raquel Klas, of Arvada, was University of Wyoming. named to the fall 2015 dean’s list at the Sviatlana Shyshova, of Arvada, graduUniversity of Wyoming. ated with a bachelor’s degree in IT, softRye T. Knowles, of Arvada, was named ware emphasis, from Western Governors to the winter 2015-16 scholastic honor roll University.

(3.5 or better) at Oregon State University.

Zachary Jay Smith, of Arvada, was Knowles is a senior majoring in horticulnamed to the fall 2015 dean’s list at the ture.

Jesselyn Reide Nancy Linton, of Arvada, University of Wyoming.

Samantha S. Tucker, of Arvada, was was named to the fall 2015 dean’s list at the named to the winter 2015-16 scholastic University of Wyoming. honor roll (3.5 or better) at Oregon State Kalliope Mott, of Arvada, was named to the fall 2015 dean’s list at Colgate University. University. Tucker is a junior majoring in accountancy.

Mott is a graduate of Ralston Valley High Grace Wallace, age 10, of Arvada, won School. first prize in the January 2016 Cricket Jordan Nicks, of Arvada, made the fall League writing competition. For the 2015 dean’s list at Azusa Pacific University.

Nicks is a cinematic arts: production major. contest, entrants were asked to submit an original story about an unexpected visitor.

Luke Thomas Nord, of Arvada, was Grace’s story, “Our Unexpected Substitute” named to the fall 2015 dean’s list at the appears in the Cricket League section of the University of Wyoming.

April 2016 issue and is posted at cricketSecia Nicole Porreco, of Arvada, was magkids.com/contests. named to the fall 2015 dean’s list at the Bryan Wenger, of Arvada, was named University of Wyoming.

Andy Pruett, of Arvada, was namedPublic to Notice to the fall 2015 dean’s list at Creighton the fall 2015 honor roll at theADVERTISEMENT University of FOR BIDS University.

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids for the construction of City of Arvada Project No. 16-ST-12 entitled 2016 Miscellaneous Concrete Replacement will be received at the office of the City Engineer until 10:00 am on May 10, 2016 and then publicly opened and read aloud.

The BID DOCUMENTS, consisting of Advertisement for Bids, Information for Bidders, Special Conditions, Addendum when issued, Bid Bond, Bid Proposal, Bid Schedule forms and the Project List may be examined at the following locations: City of Arvada Engineering Division 8101 Ralston Road, Arvada, Colorado 80002 Dodge Plan Room – 1114 W. 7th Avenue, Suite 100, Denver, Colorado 80204 iSqFt Plan Room, 1312 17th Street, Suite 115, Denver, Colorado 80202 Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com No cost bid documents may be obtained at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com on or after April 21, 2016. Bid documents may also be obtained at the office of the City Engineer upon payment of $30.00 per set which is non-refundable.

ESTIMATED QUANTITIES OF THE MAJOR ITEMS OF WORK ARE: 3600 LF: Remove and Replace 5’3” width combination curb gutter and sidewalk 2500 LF: Remove and Replace 6’6” width combination curb gutter and sidewalk 450 LF: Remove and Replace 30” width vertical curb & gutter 280 SY: Remove and Replace 6” thickness sidewalk 180 SY: Remove and Replace 8” thickness crosspan 24 EA: Remove concrete and install ADA Handicap Ramp Miscellaneous items such as asphalt removal and patching, stormwater BMP’s, traffic control, etc.

Bidders, subcontractors and suppliers must be familiar with the current City of Arvada Engineering Code of Standards and Specifications for the Design and Construction of Public Improvements, dated January 12, 2016 which will be combined with the Bid Documents to form the Contract Documents for the Project. A copy of the Standards may be obtained from the office of the City Engineer upon a non-refundable payment of $50.00. Holders will be notified when supplemental revisions and additions are available as they are adopted. The Standards are also available at no cost on the City's web site at www.arvada.org. Holders are responsible for keeping current their City of Arvada Engineering Code of Standards and Specifications.

Project Manager for the work is John Arko, Telephone 720-898-7662.

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Public Notices ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids for the construction of City of Arvada Project No. 16-ST-12 entitled 2016 Miscellaneous Concrete Replacement will be received at the office of the City Engineer until 10:00 am on May 10, 2016 and then publicly opened and read aloud.

The BID DOCUMENTS, consisting of Advertisement for Bids, Information for Bidders, Special Conditions, Addendum when issued, Bid Bond, Bid Proposal, Bid Schedule forms and the Project List may be examined at the following locations: City of Arvada Engineering Division 8101 Ralston Road, Arvada, Colorado 80002 Dodge Plan Room – 1114 W. 7th Avenue, Suite 100, Denver, Colorado 80204 iSqFt Plan Room, 1312 17th Street, Suite 115, Denver, Colorado 80202 Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com No cost bid documents may be obtained at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com on or after April 21, 2016. Bid documents may also be obtained at the office of the City Engineer upon payment of $30.00 per set which is non-refundable.

ESTIMATED QUANTITIES OF THE MAJOR ITEMS OF WORK ARE: 3600 LF: Remove and Replace 5’3” width combination curb gutter and sidewalk 2500 LF: Remove and Replace 6’6” width combination curb gutter and sidewalk 450 LF: Remove and Replace 30” width vertical curb & gutter 280 SY: Remove and Replace 6” thickness sidewalk 180 SY: Remove and Replace 8” thickness crosspan

Sealed bids for the construction of City of Arvada Project No. 16-ST-12 entitled 2016 Miscellaneous Concrete Replacement will be received at the office of the City Engineer until 10:00 am on May 10, 2016 and then publicly opened and read aloud.

The BID DOCUMENTS, consisting of Advertisement for Bids, Information for Bidders, Special Conditions, Addendum when issued, Bid Bond, Bid Proposal, Bid Schedule forms and the Project List may be examined at the following locations: City of Arvada Engineering Division 8101 Ralston Road, Arvada, Colorado 80002 Dodge Plan Room – 1114 W. 7th Avenue, Suite 100, Denver, Colorado 80204 iSqFt Plan Room, 1312 17th Street, Suite 115, Denver, Colorado 80202 Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com No cost bid documents may be obtained at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com on or after April 21, 2016. Bid documents may also be obtained at the office of the City Engineer upon payment of $30.00 per set which is non-refundable.

ESTIMATED QUANTITIES OF THE MAJOR ITEMS OF WORK ARE: 3600 LF: Remove and Replace 5’3” width combination curb gutter and sidewalk 2500 LF: Remove and Replace 6’6” width combination curb gutter and sidewalk 450 LF: Remove and Replace 30” width vertical curb & gutter 280 SY: Remove and Replace 6” thickness sidewalk 180 SY: Remove and Replace 8” thickness crosspan 24 EA: Remove concrete and install ADA Handicap Ramp Miscellaneous items such as asphalt removal and patching, stormwater BMP’s, traffic control, etc.

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This is to serve as notice that AT&T Mobility, LLC is in the process of fulfilling compliance requirements for a proposed collocation of telecommunication antennas on an existing building located at 7991 West 71st Avenue, Arvada, Jefferson County, Colorado. Comments are sought on the effect of the proposed collocation on historic properties within the viewshed of the proposed collocation per the Nationwide Programmatic Agreement of March 7, 2005 under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. For comments, please write to: Matt Wheaton, Terracon, 21905 64th Ave. W, Suite 100, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043; 425-771-3304; mywheaton@terracon.com.

The following ordinances were adopted by the City Council of the City of Arvada on second reading following the public hearing held on the 5th day of May, 2016: Ordinance 4547: An Ordinance Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement By and Between the Arvada Fire Protection District and the City of Arvada Regarding the Provision of Emergency Services Ordinance 4548: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 53, “Medical and Non-Medical Marijuana” and Chapter 98, “Taxation” of the Arvada City Code by Clarifying All References to Licenses to Read Business License, By Further Defining Confidentiality of Returns, By Further Defining Unpaid Tax, by Further Defining Sales Tax Basis,

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