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A few handy tips can help keep summer activities safe P16

STORE SWAP:

Walmarts in Wheat Ridge and Arvada closing ahead of new superstore opening P5 CRITERIUM: Wheat Ridge race and festival bring bikes, beer and a bounce house P27 Your newspaper is made possible by advertisers like this one, who support our efforts to keep you connected to your community!

FACES OF THE HOMELESS: Struggle for housing takes many forms P8

SAND, SUN AND FUN: Sand in the City party approaches P6

THE BOTTOM LINE

‘I want to keep building relationships, connections and collaborations so that when it comes time for us to work on really hard things, we have those established relationships to build on.’

Jason Glass | Jeffco superintendent | Page 11 INSIDE

VOICES: PAGE 12 | LIFE: PAGE 16 | CALENDAR: PAGE 23 | SPORTS: PAGE 26

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MY NAME IS

ARVADA NEWS IN A HURRY

KATHRYN TIGHE

Annual Garden Tour The Arvada Historical Society’s garden tour will be held Saturday, June 24. Visit arvadahistory.org for more information.

Realtor, dog mom, cooking enthusiast

Community bike rides Bike Friendly Arvada community bike rides are in full swing. Rides are geared for cyclists of all levels with a focus on children, families and casual/recreational riders. For more information about the rides and to view the ride schedule, visit bikefriendlyarvada.org.

About me I’m a Realtor. I’m a dog mom. I grew up in Littleton. I can’t say I’m a native becauseI moved here when I was 10. My mom is a native though, so I feel like i can brag about that a little. I’m excited to see Arvada growing and businesses choosing this as their home. I’m excited to put roots down here and help the community keep it’s small town energy but also grow.

I love to cook I worked in a restaurant in college. I was a hostess, but I was always totally fascinated about the kitchen. I starting having family meals at my house in my early 20s. I really love the community of meals and I love hosting. I could have a dinner party every night and it doesn’t stress me out. I get that from my mom.

She doesn’t cook, but she likes to host. Cooking is relaxing to me. It’s my way of being by myself, learning about different ingredients. And I love that you can take all of these different things and combine them to make something else.

Why I like real estate I’m involved in real estate because I have an entrepreneurial sprit. My parents owned their own business and I’ve always had the goal of working for myself. Real estate has always fascinated me and I feel like a person is in their best self when they’re happy with their home. I like helping make that piece of their life peaceful. That’s why I got into it. It’s a way to share a really incredible moment with people.

First time homebuyers are my favorite because it’s

Bike to Work Day Arvada will have breakfast stations available on Bike to Work Day, Wednesday, June 28.

Learn more at Arvada.org.

the best day of their life if they haven’t had a baby yet. I never know what my day looks like, so I have to be ready for everything. I like the trill of that. And if there’s no thrill that day, then I get to throw my yoga pants on, walk my dog and watch a movie.

Bike repair stations Arvada has installed seven bike repair stations along the trail system just in case your bike needs some minor maintenance during your ride. They are located at Olde Town Square, Arvada Reservoir parking lot on the west end of the Ralston Creek Trail, Gold Strike Park, Ralston Central Park, Stenger Soccer Complex/Van Bibber Trail, Secrest Recreation Center (to be completed soon), and Tomlinson Park.

My dog, Maxx Maxx is my dog. One of the X’s is a tribute to Colfax, which is where he was found. He was found at my moms school and he has been by my side ever since. That was 11 years ago. When I say by my side, I mean within touching distance. He’s blind and toothless at this point in his life and he’s just my buddy. He’s my spirit animal, I think.

If you have suggestions for My Name Is…, contact Shanna Fortier at sfortier@coloradocommunitymedia.com.

Golf course update Replacement of the West Woods Golf Course irrigation system is underway. Work is being confined to one 9-hole course at a time, allowing the 27-hole facility to continue to provide a full 18 holes for play. Currently the Sleeping Indian 9 is closed, and the driving range may be closed intermittently. Check status of the driving range at 720-898-7373.

Visit the West Woods Golf webpage to follow the progress.

Kathryn Tighe is a Real Estate agent in Arvada.

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Arvada resident competes on ‘Jeopardy!’

“Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek stands with Arvada resident and show contestant Tracy Bacon.

STAFF REPORT

Arvada resident and Arapahoe Community College professor Tracy Bacon competed on “Jeopardy!”, which aired June 6.

“I always wanted to be on the show,” Bacon said. “As a kid, it was always exciting to play against my parents. I never actually expected to be on the show.”

Bacon, who teaches sociology at the college, took the online test a few times before being invited to audition for the show. Bacon’s episode taped in February. She was second going into Final Jeopardy, but didn’t have the answer.

“I was pretty nervous at first,” she said. “I wish I’d won, but I’m still proud of how I did.”

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City awards $9,913 in neighborhood improvement grants Project include two community gardens, public art and flag poles

BY SHANNA FORTIER SFORTIER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Two community gardens, a public art display and flag poles will be funded through a total of $9,913 in grants from the city of Arvada, with a unanimous vote by city council June 5.

The Neighborhood Improvement Grants are awarded by the City of Arvada annually to assist neighborhoods in making physical improvement to neighborhoods or sustaining neighborhood groups.

Arvada budgeted $12,000 for neighborhood improvement grants this year. Five applications were received this year, totaling $12,913. After being reviewed by a city staff team, including representatives from neighborhood services, economic development and public works, four of the five applications were recommended for approval.

The projects The North Arvada Middle School Parent Teacher Student Association was awarded $3,000 to purchase supplies for a 28-plot community garden at North Arvada Middle School. Three plots will be for school use and another for Jeffco Indian Education. The remaining plots will be for community members.

“I’m really excited to be able to bring to to our community,” said Jennifer Alford, chair of the community garden committee of the PTSA. Alford said that North Arvada Middle has a high population of students on free and reduced lunch, so the garden will help to bridge the food scarcity for the community.

The PTSA also received a $15,000 grant from Jeffco Healthy Schools to start the project. The city grant will supplement that and allow for purchase of a picnic table, shed, garden boxes, fencing and plumbing.

North Arvada Middle School is located at 7285 Pierce St. Another community garden, Common Earth Community Garden, located at 7195 Simms St. on the First United Church of Arvada property, also received a $3,000 grant from the city.

The garden, which is available to the entire community, will use the grant money to purchase materials for a sign, bulletin board and brick pavers. The garden also received a Neighborhood Improvement Grant last year to being the project and contract the initial garden plots and received a $10,000 grant this year from the Colorado Garden Foundation.

Homestead Neighborhood Park, located in between Sheridan Boulevard and Lamar Street and between W. 60th Avenue and W. 64th Avenue, is also a second year grant recipient. The group received a 2016 grant from the city for decorative rock to improve the appear-

The Common Earth Community Garden received a $3,000 grant from the city to continue building the garden, which was started with a city grant last year.

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ance of the southwest corner of the park, which included installing street lights for safety and landscaping.

This year, Homestead is receiving $3,000 to continue aesthetics with public art in the same corner of the park. The neighborhood group hopes to select an artist from the Homestead neighborhood to create a mural in the park.

“Adding art anywhere in the city is nothing but a good thing,” said Jessica Deutmeyer, member of the Homestead Neighborhood Group who took the lead on the grant application. “We’re beyond excited about the grant.”

The smallest grant was awarded to the Britton Park Neighborhood, which requested $913 to pay for two removable flag poles and flags to display the United States and Colorado State flag along with a Britton Park neighborhood flag.

The Britton Park neighborhood is located between 64th and 72nd Avenues and Sheridan Boulevard and Lamar Street. The group received a city grant last in 2016 for neighborhood identity signs and two Little Free Library structures.

The fifth group to apply for the grant was the Arvada Gardeners, who requested $3,000 to convert six garden plots into a small tree orchard and purchase a crusher to press fruit into juice.

This grant was not awarded.

Arvada Gardeners have received three improvement grants in the past.

“We are willing to give groups grants two years in a row to help groups get their feet under them and sustain their efforts,” said Kevin Nichols neighborhood engagement coordinator. “Groups need to sit out at least one year. We will be looking at how to address this in future year.”

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Walmart to provide full-service shopping destination at new supercenter Arvada Neighborhood Market and Wheat Ridge Walmart to close

BY CHRISTY STEADMAN CSTEADMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

When Lauren Kent was about 13 years old, she would take the No. 32 bus from her house in Wheat Ridge to the nearby Walmart. She would go to the store with some cash and a list of items her mother needed.

“This is where I learned to do the household shopping and budgeting,” Kent, 35, said.

On July 7, two Jefferson County Walmart locations will close — the Wheat Ridge store, 3600 Youngfield St. in the Applewood Village Shopping Center, and the Arvada Walmart Neighborhood Market, 14605 W. 64th Ave. The closures are a result of consolidation efforts as the multibillion dollar corporation prepares for the Aug. 9 opening of its new Walmart Supercenter at West 58th Avenue and Independence Street in Arvada. The Wheat Ridge store is about five miles from where the new supercenter will be located and the Arvada Neighborhood Market is about four miles away.

Clark Walker, the deputy director of the Arvada Urban Renewal Authority, expects the new Walmart Supercenter will have a positive impact on retail and commercial activity in the entire corridor of where it will be opening, he said.

One example is that it helped spur the development of new retail and commercial space at the Shops at Ralston Creek, which is across the street from where the supercenter will be located, he said.

“This area of the community is well loved,” he said, “and a significant level of reinvestment is overdue.”

Losing a large source of income is both a disappointment and a concern for any city, said Wheat Ridge Mayor Joyce Jay. But while there’s the concern for the city’s treasury, Jay said, the closure may also affect the shopping experience in Wheat Ridge. Walmart can provide consumers with a shopping

A shopper leaves the Wheat Ridge Walmart with purchases on June 6. The Wheat Ridge Walmart, 3600 Youngfield St., and the Arvada Walmart Neighborhood Market, 14605 W. 64th Ave., will close on July 7 as part of consolidation efforts to open a new Walmart Supercenter located at West 58th Avenue and Independence Street in Arvada.

CHRISTY STREADMAN destination that carries a large selection of different products and items to fill the needs of most shoppers, Jay said. Losing this attraction could hurt the accessibility shoppers have to a convenient store such as Walmart, she said.

According to the City of Wheat Ridge’s financial reports, the 2016 sales tax revenues for the Applewood Center are $4,486,948. This amount includes Walmart, and the other anchor tenants of King Soopers, PetSmart, Wells Fargo, Applejack Liquors, Chili’s, Famous Footwear and Starbucks, among other retailers.

It’s important that people don’t panic over the loss of sales tax revenue from Walmart closing, said Wheat Ridge treasurer Jerry DiTullio.

“Change brings opportunity,” he said.

The Regency Group — the property’s owners — will be proactively looking for new tenants, and DiTullio believes it won’t take long for a business to move in.

Employees of the Wheat Ridge and Arvada Neighborhood Market locations were notified of the closures on June 5. The Wheat Ridge location employs 125 people, and the Neighborhood Market has 60, Walmart spokesperson Anne Hatfield said. All will have the option to transfer to the new Arvada Walmart Supercenter, which will be hiring up to 280 people.

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Walmart is in the midst of its third year of multimillion dollar remodels at a number of its stores statewide, Hatfield said. Part of upgrading its service is consolidating older, smaller stores to open Walmart Supercenters that can provide a full-service shopping destination to meet the needs of all consumers, she said.

“Today, convenience is as important as saving money,” Hatfield said.

“What we’re doing is consolidating these two stores. This will allow us to better serve the customers of today.”

The new supercenter will be 140,000 square feet. It will feature a drivethru pharmacy and an expanded grocery area with wider aisles and improved signage for easier navigation through the store, Hatfield said.

The Arvada Neighborhood Market’s pharmacy customers will be able to transfer their prescriptions to the new Arvada Walmart Supercenter, Hatfield said. In the interim, Walmart plans to keep only the pharmacy open at the neighborhood market to ensure an easy transfer to the supercenter location.

But for some shoppers, the location of the Wheat Ridge Walmart is why they shop there.

Lisa Brown said she will most likely have to take her business elsewhere.

“I live in Golden, but this is my neighborhood Walmart,” she said.

“I’m a native to this area. I’ve been shopping here since it’s been open.”

The Wheat Ridge store is the closest Walmart to Brown’s residence in the south Golden area, she said. And because there is also a King Soopers in the Applewood Village Shopping Center, the area provides a one-stop shopping destination to take care of all of her errands.

“I’m really sad it’s closing,” Brown said. “I think there will be a lot of people upset.”

Jerry and Rose Smith have lived in Wheat Ridge for more than 30 years, and they remember when the Wheat Ridge store opened in 1988. Although the location of the new supercenter will be convenient enough for them to be able to do their shopping there, the Smiths are mainly concerned it will be too congested for them to quickly stop in.

“I’d like to see it (Walmart) stay small,” Jerry Smith said, adding that the area in Arvada is already quite busy, and a big supercenter will only attract more traffic and more people to a single shopping destination.

Kent said she plans to continue to shop at the Wheat Ridge Walmart until it closes. Then she’ll likely go to the Lakeside Walmart, near 44th Avenue and Harlan Street.

“I’m very surprised this one is closing,” she said of the Wheat Ridge Walmart.

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Arvada gearing up for Sand in the City The fifth annual event will be June 24-25

IF YOU GO WHAT: Sand in the City WHEN: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 24; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 25 WHERE: Ralston Park at 64th and Simms in Arvada TICKETS: $5 for adults; kids under 12 are free INFO: Visit sandinthecityarvada.org

BY SHANNA FORTIER SFORTIER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Sand sculpting teams for the upcoming fifth annual Sand in the City completed a practice round the weekend of June 3 at Water World.

The 2017 teams will be crafting sand sculptures with the themes of The Simpsons, Baseball and Polar Bears to name a few.

“People can expect to see some new and exciting themes this year,” said Kami Welch, president of the Arvada Chamber. “In the fifth year, there is a level of expertise. We have five returning teams, so we expect that the sculptures will be bigger and better than before.”

This year’s teams are Arvada Young Professionals, Blues & BBQ for Better Housing Festival, Doral Academy of Colorado, The Family Tree, REMAX Alliance Olde Town, Red Rocks Community College, Bengtson Wealth Management, and Jefferson Center for Mental Health.

The event will kick off at Ralston Park at 64th and Simms in Arvada June 24 and 25.

Giant sand sculptures created by local residents will the the main attraction at the two-day festival. They

Event schedule Saturday 10:30-11:30 a.m. Pan Generations Steel Drum Band 1-2 p.m. Beloved Invaders 2-4 p.m. Meet Maui and Moana from Disney’s “Moana” 2:30-4 p.m. The Paul Glover Group 4:30-7:30 p.m. Luau including games, hula dancing and traditional Hawaiian music Sunday 10-11:30 a.m. Kon-Tiki noon to 2 p.m. Luau 2-4 p.m. Meet Ariel from Disney’s “Little Mermaid” 2:30-4:30 Duke Street Kings

Arvada’s Young Professionals pulled their strength and creativity together to purchase this Monopoly scene from the banker, allowing them to pass go as winners of the event last year.

FILE PHOTO will be joined by over 100 craft and local food and drink vendors; and Kids’ Zone with a giant sand box and giant inflatables; and a photo booth made out of sand.

New to this year’s event will be a luau each day, which will feature traditional Hawaiian music, dance and food for purchase. Disney characters Moana and Maui and Ariel will also be at the event for the first time.

“The thing with this is people can come for an hour, or they could make it a full day event,” Welch said. “There’s plenty of entertainment for people to spend many hours at the event.”

To help event attendees enjoy the event, more seating and more shade will be available. Welch said that through community partnerships, the Chamber was able to secure tents, which will be placed on the field along with more tables and chairs for people to dine and stay for a while. The goal, Welch said, is to create a better guest experience.

This year, a portion of the proceeds from Sand in the City will benefit Hope House of Colorado, an Arvada-based nonprofit that offers programs designed to help parenting teen mothers become self sufficient.

Lisa Stevens, executive director of Hope House Colorado, said being the events beneficiary will help expand services for teen mothers in the area. Hope House is currently building a resource center at 64th and Sheridan in Arvada, which will enable them to triple the number of girls they serve.

“It’s exciting because this is also an event that we can bring them to,” Stevens said. “We can invite them to bring their kids and have fun and play together.”

Stevens said it’s also an opportunity for Hope House girls to volunteer and give back to the city.

“We’re super excited about it,” she said.

More information on this years Sand in the City event can be found at sandinthecityarvada.org.

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Macey Tallick, 11, from Lakewood, colors in her memorable Sand in the City T-shirt preparing to have it tie dyed as part of last year’s kid-friendly extra events.

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David Russell, 32, has been homeless for years, after a tour of the Middle East with the Red Cross. He recently took up residence in the West Colfax area after spending time in Thornton.

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Amy Carrillo sits in a room in the Jefferson County Department of Human Services. Carrillo, 34, is a single mother who, in recent years, has struggled to find safe and stable housing after losing her job as a nurse due to a back injury.

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Tom and his children recently moved into Decatur Place, a transitional housing apartment building for those experiencing homelessness.

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Many faces, many facets to homelessness Editor’s Note: This is the third story in an occasional series by Colorado Community Media about why homelessness is growing in Jeffco, how homelessness is affecting communities, the faces of the homeless in our communities, and what churches, social workers, law enforcement and community leaders are doing to help find solutions.

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n speaking with church groups, social workers and homelessness experts, a common refrain is that no one solution exists

to homelessness, because there is no one cause. Each person facing homelessness often deals with multiple problems.

Broken into broad categories, it is easy to see the dramatically different challenges these individuals may face. There are the chronic

David Russell: Facing depression and drugs

homeless, the newly homeless, the veterans, runaways, victims of human trafficking, the disabled, struggling immigrants and those fleeing abuse. Even those in the same category can have quite different obstacles to finding more secure housing and a better life.

In this issue, three people dealing with homelessness share their stories. One is chronically homeless and dealing with drug use and mental health issues. The other two are parents, struggling to find safe and steady housing for their

Amy Carrillo: On the fringes

BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

BY CHRISTY STEADMAN CSTEADMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Even when sitting down, there’s a kind of kinetic energy that animates David Russell.

He occasionally rocks back and forth in his chair. His hands and fingers flutter when he gets particularly intense talking about his past or day-to-day experiences.

“I’m from the Lakewood, Wheat Ridge area,” he said, as he sits in the Mean Streets Ministry Café in Lakewood. “I know I’m going to die an addict.”

Russell, 32, is one of the many chronically homeless people in Denver and its surrounding cities. He’s spent years on the streets, most recently in the West Colfax area, occasionally in one of the motels, often in the alleys, after staying, for several months, in what he calls a “bush in Thornton.”

“I’m one of those people everyone has come across,” he said. “My normal day is just trying to make money and looking for company.”

Russell describes his younger self as a “geek who played guitar” and who came from a family of veter-

For the past couple of months, Amy Carrillo and her two teenage children have been living in a single room in a boardinghouse in Westminster, where they share a kitchen and bathroom with other residents.

Carrillo was out of work for years, but in May, because of a referral from a former colleague in the nursing field, she landed a full-time job with a locally owned cleaning company.

“My boss is flexible and understanding. Even with all that I have going on, she took a chance on me,” Carrillo said. “It’s hard work, but at the end of the day, I feel accomplished.”

But Carrillo, 34, still struggles to pay the $800 monthly rent for the room. And she also is her children’s sole provider for food and other teenage expenses.

Carrillo wakes up before 6 a.m. each day so that she and the kids can be on their way to school and

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children, while trying to get back on their feet financially — one displaced by the economy and the other by injury.

There are countless other stories to tell. On a winter night last year, volunteers counted 5,467 homeless people across Denver and the surrounding six counties, including Jefferson County.

In the coming weeks, we will be reporting on some of those other stories, as well as looking at some of the more pervasive causes of homelessness in our community.

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Tom: Struggling father

BY SHANNA FORTIER SFORTIER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The only light in the dark apartment filters in through the windows. The living room, where two elementary-age children sit on a crib mattress on the floor, has little other furniture.

But it’s a home.

After almost a year of living in hotel rooms and doubling up with family, Tom, a 28-year-old single father of four children, was accepted into transitional a housing at Decatur Place Apartments in Denver’s Sun m R Valley neighborhood.

The older two children, ages 10 and 8, attend elementary school in Jefferson County and the younger d two, ages 3 and 1, go to the childcare at Decatur Place. t w The majority of families at Decatur Place are homeless and in dire need of basic living needs such “ w as food, clothing, infant care, furniture and other I household staples.

Tom, who asked that his real name not be used to t p protect his family’s privacy, said living at Decatur t SEE TOM, P9

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A crib mattress serves as the sitting area for the kids at Tom’s transitional housing apartment.

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Place is allowing him to move forward with his life.

The single dad found himself experiencing homeless when the company he was working for did not get its contract renewed with Comcast.

“Everyone lost their jobs,” Tom said, shaking his head.

Although he did qualify for unemployment, he said it wasn’t enough to live off while supporting his children.

“To go from making a decent amount of money to a couple hundred a week, I wasn’t able to renew my apartment and wasn’t able to find another place because rent was so expensive,” Tom said. “I was feeling helpless.”

Tom was 18 years old when his oldest son was born. The child’s mother was 16. The two married and had a daughter two years later.

“I think it was a lot for her to be that young, married and have two kids,” Tom said. “One day she left and didn’t come back.”

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Tom shares partial custody with the mother of the two youngest children.

Being a single father, he said, made the search for a new job with a schedule to fit his life more difficult.

“I knew I could do something, but it would have to be at the expense of my children and I couldn’t make that sacrifice,” he said. “I couldn’t leave them in a motel room by themselves. It was really hard to find a job that was able to work with me.”

Keeping his family off the streets Rebecca Dunn, community and family connections coordinator for Jefferson County Schools, said she sees this situation a lot when parents are

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work by 7 a.m. She drives everyone around in a 1988 Toyota, which was given to her by a friend’s acquaintance not too long ago.

“It’s nothing fancy, but it gets me where I need to be,” she said.

The Carrillo family may not be sleeping on the streets, but Carrillo and her children still count as homeless in the sense they have not had a stable home to call their own for years now.

It was only about three years ago when Carrillo was renting a duplex in a cul-de-sac neighborhood in Lakewood. She had a good job — a 15-year career as a nurse. She did everything from home care to working in intensive care units in hospitals, and she had dreams to continue her education and work with infants and newborns.

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ans. But instead of joining the military, he joined up with the Red Cross.

“I thought I was going to be doing things like helping build tornado shelters and helping with disaster relief,” he said.

“What happened instead is I was sent to Iraq to help there.

I would’ve rather seen combat than being stuck taking care of people, like I was when I was there.”

Like many of the people he

trying to get their families out of homelessness.

“A single homeless person, when you’re just taking care of yourself — that comes with burdens and stressors,” Dunn said. “It’s not an easy situation.

But when you’re a parent and constantly trying to provide stability and every door gets shut, you face having to move outside of the county.”

Because Jefferson County does not have a lot of affordable housing, shelters or places for families in transition, Dunn said many homeless families in Jeffco are living in cars, RVs, hotels or doubledup situations with families or friends.

In 2016, Jeffco schools identified 3,622 students as home-

Then, in 2015, a back injury ended her job and nursing career.

“It’s been a pretty rough couple of years, but we’ve come a long way,” Carrillo said. “We all have our days.

I’m just moving forward, one foot in front of the other.”

Carrillo moved to Jefferson County from Arizona in 2000 when she was 17. She and her oldest son, who was 2 at the time and now lives on his own in Colorado Springs, stayed with her sister as Carrillo put herself through nursing school.

Carrillo lost both her sister and her mother in the span of about a week in the spring of 2008. Her mother had health problems, but the cause of her sister’s death is unknown — she just didn’t wake up one day, Carrillo said.

In October 2015, Carrillo and her common-law husband separated. After she came home from a hospital stay related to her back injury, he moved out-of-state, and Carrillo had one week to vacate the home. Still in a back

worked with, and veterans he encountered, he found escape from his experiences and depression in drugs. The people and injuries he saw during his three years with the Red Cross, as well as the extreme conditions of the desert, made a big impact on him. He received disability because of his time overseas, and has been to rehab facilities twice in the 10 years since returning home, but said he remains addicted.

“I need the drugs to escape the memories,” he said, now that he’s back. “They also help to keep sharp on the street.”

less. About 75 percent of those students live in a doubled-up situation, Dunn said.

“But that doesn’t mean they are living in the same home from month to month,” Dunn pointed out, explaining that many families are continually moving around to different houses.

For Tom, who couldn’t find a job after being laid off, staying in hotels was a way to keep his family off the streets. He used his time while unemployed to enroll at Red Rocks Community College in the fire science program. Grants paid for his schooling.

In November, after 10 months of unemployment, he found a job doing contract work similar to his old job, But “I’m worried the same thing could happen again,” Tom said.

That is why he earned his Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification and says he is working toward fire and paramedic certification — to be able to have a more stable job.

In November, Tom and his children also moved in with his sister.

“At that time, my sister let

brace and using a walker, Carrillo said she had nowhere to go.

So she contacted 2-1-1, a nationwide free and confidential information and referral service that helps connects people with local community resources and health and human services.

Carrillo received a long list of numbers of all shelters in the area. She called around and found a safehouse/ shelter in Colorado Springs where she and her children could stay.

She was there for two months.

Carrillo ended up moving in temporarily with a childhood friend and her husband. She later returned to Arizona — where she was born and raised — to take care of a releative following his heart surgery. Six months later, she and her children moved to Colorado Springs and later to Jefferson County.

Carrillo contacted a friend who graciously offered them a cramped room in a small home in Arvada for a short time, before she found the boarding-

The Colfax area can be dangerous at times, Russell explained, so some of the drugs he uses are stimulants, which help keep him awake, especially at night. He said he’s tried everything when it comes to drugs, and most recently has been smoking crack.

He earns money by being a gofer for people, running errands and fetching things for a fee, and has also gotten involved with gangs to survive.

“Making money is important, and it helps that I’m one of those guys who needs to follow orders,” he said. “I can’t keep my thoughts straight, but I

us live there so I could save the money, not be homeless and not have to spend money that I could be saving,” Tom said.

Determined to make a better life In January, he and his children moved into a onebedroom apartment with a sixmonth lease. But with monthly rent at $860, Tom wasn’t making rent.

To prevent being homeless again, Tom applied for housing at Decatur Place, and was placed on a waitlist.

At the end of May, just when he was being evicted from the one-bedroom, a unit opened and he was able to move his family in. He pays $200 a month at Decatur Place for a three-bedroom apartment with a daycare facility on site. If Tom complies with the regulations at Decatur Place and meets with an economic and life counselor weekly, he has two years there to get himself and his family into a stable situation.

Tom is determined to make a better life.

“Even though we ended up in that situation,” he said. “I’m going to make sure I don’t stay in that situation.”

house.

Within the three or four months that Carrillo stayed with her friend in Arvada, she enrolled her two younger children — Tiona, 12, and Joshua, 14 — in Arvada schools. She eventually found the Westminster boardinghouse so the two children could finish up the school year. Now that school is out, though, Carrillo is hoping to find a more permanent living situation. She is on a number of waitlists for housing assistance, and is looking into any and all housing options.

Right now, Carrillo says she feels as though she’s on a good path. Carrillo is thankful to have a job that she enjoys and a safe place to stay, even though it’s temporary. She says her children have grown to become compassionate individuals.

“I pray a lot (and) I’m big on energy,” Carrillo said. “Looking at the positive side of things really helps. It took me a long time, but I’ve learned to stay positive and go forward.”

need to be sharp and ready for anything.”

Russell’s personality is full of oscillations, and he’ll discuss some of his favorite horror or war movies and then suddenly switch to ruminations on violence and paranoia. At times like this, his body language gets more erratic, and his voice gets louder.

“I try to be civil enough to keep my mouth shut,” he said.

“People see me on the street and don’t want anything to do with me, and I don’t blame them.

It’s frightening for them — and heartbreaking for me.”

Russell isn’t sure what could

best help him and others like him, but increased access to resources would be a start.

“We need more facilities to stay and to help us,” he said.

“We need community with each other.”

What Russell’s future holds is unclear. He said he has considered suicide. He hopes to find a girlfriend who will help him go straight. But he doesn’t know when — or even whether — this will happen.

“I’d like to meet someone and have a kid that I could be there for,” he said. “But I’d rather wear the mask of drugs than to be crazy.”

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Job fair help those displaced by Colorado Mills closing

BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Like many high school students, Lakewood graduate Robert Reese was looking forward to saving some money with a summer job before starting college in the fall.

But his plans changed on May 8, when a hailstorm pummeled the West Jefferson County area, causing millions of dollars of damage to vehicles, homes and businesses. One of the hardest-hit places was Colorado Mills, the 1.1 million-square-foot shopping mall in Lakewood that sustained so much damage from hail and flooding that it remains closed until about November while repairs are completed.

And since Reese worked at the American Eagle in the mall, that means he is out of a job.

“I have heard from managers at our store, who said they’ll keep us informed on our jobs as November gets closer,” he said. “But especially since I’m going into college, I’d like to make some money and get some work experience.”

To help Reese and the

WHERE TO LOOK FOR WORK Colorado Mills job seekers can contact the American Job Center at 303-271-4700, option No. 1, or email americanjobcenter@jeffco. us for valuable information about job search services and job training assistance. Also, visit http:// jeffco.us/american-job-center/.

Mary Ann Mathieu, recruiter with Sodexo Dining Services, speaks to Colorado Mills employees looking for work while they wait for the mall to reopen during a job fair on June 7.

CLARKE READER other 3,000 mall employees who are without a job for the foreseeable future, the Jefferson County’s American Job organized a job fair for mall workers on June 7 at the Denver Marriot West.

“Putting together job fairs is something we do on a regular basis, and so in the event of a disaster like the one at the Mills, we use our experience to help those in need find new jobs,” explained Tim Galloway, business service supervisor with the job center. “We had a lot of businesses reach out to us to participate, and worked with several organizations to get this together.”

Visitors to the event, which was co-hosted by the rapidresponse team of the state Labor Department, were able to peruse booths run by 24 area employers such as Home Depot, Lyft, Subway, Kohl’s, Natural Grocers and the City of Golden. There were also resources like Jefferson County Human Services and The Action Center if workers needed them.

“Our headquarters are just a little down the road from Colorado Mills, so we know how damaging the storm was,” said Laura Mitchell, technology recruiter with FirstBank. “We shifted

For information on filing for unemployment, visit colorado.gov/cdle/ unemployment. some of our employees in branches near the Mills, so if mall workers want to stay in the area, we have openings nearby.”

The Target at the mall reopened just a few days after the storm and was eagerly advertising its available positions, as well as openings at other locations.

“We have a great mixture of full- and part-time positions for those looking for a job,” said Sara Wahlers, human resources business partner with Target. “This event is a great opportunity to grow connections with these job seekers.”

Variety was the key to the fair, and in addition to retailrelated jobs, seekers could also meet with administra-

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“We do dining and quality life services for places like hospitals,” said Mary Ann Mathieu, recruiter with Sodexo Dining Services. “We’re here because we want to help people in the community remain independent and have a high quality of life.”

The City of Lakewood also had a large number of seasonal jobs, ranging from bus driver to camp counselors, for people looking for just a summer job.

One of the fair’s top goals was to be both convenient and useful especially with all the online resources available.

“I’ve been mostly looking online, so I think it’s really good that they’ve got so many businesses here,” said Zach Sammon, who worked at the Vans location in Colorado Mills. “For me, I’d like to stay with a job in this area.”

Mills employees of all ages and work experience turned out for the event. Galloway said the Job Center will continue looking for other ways to help them.

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JEFFCO NEWS IN A HURRY Clear Creek restrictions The Jefferson County Sheriff ’s Office and the Golden Police Department are limiting river activities on Clear Creek temporarily.

The restrictions apply to Clear Creek within the City of Golden, including unincorporated Jefferson County.

The restrictions are in effect as of June 12 and will remain in effect until water levels decrease.

Violators may be issued a summons for a class 2 petty offense, which is punishable by a $100 fine.

Prohibited activities include swimming and body-surfing, and use of all single-chambered, airinflated devices such as belly boats

and inner tubes.

Kayaks, paddle boards including stand-up paddleboards, whitewater canoes and multi-chambered, professionally-guided rafts and river boards are exempt. However, users and occupants of these devices must be equipped with a Type I, Type III or Type V Coast Guard-approved paddling life

jacket and helmet designed for water use.

However, anybody who visits the river and its surroundings are urged to use extreme caution.

There are safety concerns with swift-moving water and floating debris.

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Jeffco welcomes Superintendent Jason Glass A meet and greet was held June 8

BY SHANNA FORTIER SFORTIER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

New Jefferson County Schools Superintendent Dr. Jason Glass talks with community members June 8 at Lakewood High School during a community welcome event.

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Parents, teachers, local government, and members of the community gathered June 8 at Lakewood High School to greet Jefferson County Schools’ new superintendent Dr. Jason Glass.

“I was so grateful to be in a room with such a positive feeling,” said parent and Golden resident Kelly Johnson, who said she attended the event because after listening to Glass speak at the Board of Education meeting when he was voted in, she wanted to hear more from him.

“Jeffco is a challenging place, and we

have to come together again in the best interests of students,” Johnson said. “I think (Glass) is capable of knitting us tother to work for the best of the kids.”

For Glass, the welcome reception was a way to connect with the community before officially taking over the position on July 1.

“Right off the bat I wanted to make a connection with the community,” Glass said, while taking a break from talking one-on-one with community members. “Getting to come here and meet so many people from Jeffco that are excited about the schools and welcoming to us has just been tremendous.”

Jeffco Board of Education member Amanda Stevens said having a meet and greet for Jeffco’s new leader is extremely important in her eyes.

“These are community members,

parents like myself and people who are elected officials in our cities — who make decisions that impact our families and kids,” Stevens said. “So, I’m really excited for (Glass) to have a chance to meet as many people as possible, even before his day-one on July 1. Mostly because I want him to get excited about the community he’s working with and I want the community to get excited about him.”

Glass said that the community members he has met are excited about where the schools are headed and wish Jeffco to be successful.

“That’s a great starting point for us,” Glass said. “I want to keep building relationships, connections and collaborations so that when it comes time for us to work on really hard things, we have those established relationships to build on.”

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Entire nation seems to have some irreconcilable differences

recently read an article by David French in which he postulated that our country is headed for something akin to a divorce. And some of the numbers he cites are astonishing. In 1992, only about 30 percent of the country lived in a “landslide” county, that is, a county in which the winner of that county in the presidential election won the county by 20 percentage points or more. In 2016, that number had jumped to almost 60 percent of the country.

It’s not just that we believe what we believe with passion and conviction; it’s that our convictions are so strong that we’re increasingly willing to surround ourselves with only people who think the same way we do.

Consider a few, um, interesting neighborhoods in this great country of ours. The pacific northwest features Oregon, which was one of the first states to legalize marijuana for recreational use and to legalize doctor-assisted suicide. And, right next door to Oregon is Idaho, which had more counties give John McCain 80 percent of the vote in 2008 than there were counties that voted for Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton ... combined.

Or take Barack Obama’s home turf itself, Illinois. The home of Abraham Lincoln is now home to the strictest gun laws in the country, as well as a Democrat machine the likes of which would make Huey Long or Frank Underwood jealous. And, right next door, is

Indiana, the home of the current Vice President and the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, which he signed into law.

Talk about your “irreconcilable differences.” It’s like seeing the moving van pull up next door, and then watching Tim Matheson, John Belushi, and the rest of the boys of “Animal House” hop out to start unloading.

And that’s just if you’re, say, Kentucky.

Of course, nothing we’re all worked up over these days is as important as, oh, say, freeing the slaves, so, at least so far, nobody is likely to want to start shooting California to make their point.

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’ve written about poetry before, because, as both a journalist and a poet, the lyrical, mystical, profound, angry, loving and authentic world of words compressed into lines and stanzas is powerful.

In these tumultuous times – no matter where we fall on the polarized scale – poetry provides an empathetic look into the lives of others, to feel their joys, to experience their struggles, and perhaps most important, to look find in ourselves the capacity to change.

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Getting the lead out As the legislative session came to a close, only six of 34 Colorado State Senators voted against a measure to provide funds for public schools to test for lead in their drinking water. One of those who opposed HB 1307 was our very own Sen. Tom Neville.

This despite the fact that two of the three school systems in his district, Gilpin and Boulder County School Districts, haven’t completed such testing.

It seems that he is representing the lunatic fringe, opposing government in any fashion. This bill doesn’t mandate testing, but it does provide funds for testing.

Many older schools do indeed have plumbing systems that contain lead. Is there perhaps new “science” that says lead is not harmful? Or is Neville simply unwilling to advocate for the health and safety of children in his district? How horribly shortsighted. Doesn’t he recognize the cost of serving children and adults who may suffer the permanent, debilitating effects of lead poisoning?

Soon, the Governor will sign this bill, and hopefully Gilpin & Boulder County Schools will avail themselves of the opportunity to test their water for lead.

Your children will be safer for it, but you won’t have Senator Neville to thank for this.

Ken Jacobs, Golden

Pause on parkway Commissioner Rosier says that right-of- way for the Jefferson Parkway (JP) have been acquired and the CDOT study and approval process is proceeding.

What he did not say is that CDOT and DRCOG will provide no state or federal money to help build the Parkway as they are doing for other parts of the highway system in the NW Quadrant.The need for the Parkway has never been established as the most costeffective way to improve mobility in the NW Quadrant, yet the Parkway Authority has collected and spent millions of taxpayer dollars on the project for over eight years. The plan is to get a private financier as for the NW Parkway, but none is interested in investing in the expensive project without state and federal support.

The commissioners should stop collecting taxpayer money for the JP and direct funds to improving SH-93, SH-72 and Indiana that are being financially supported by CDOT and DRCOG. Dick Sugg, Golden

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jobs, and the cost of my EpiPen rose from $300 to $600. I was worried that I wouldn’t be able to afford the drug that could potentially save my life. Worrying about whether they can afford a life-saving drug is something no patient should have to experience.

The company that raised the price of the EpiPen was able to do so relatively easily. Thankfully there is now a generic version of the EpiPen, which is much cheaper, but imagine if there was no alternative. What would people who can’t afford this drug do?

Making prescription drugs affordable is a bipartisan issue. As our leaders in Congress, I hope Senators Gardner and Bennet can work together to help lower the prices of life-saving drugs. Coloradoans needs their leadership.

Basil Stetson, Lakewood

Thanks to legislators The passing of SB 17-267, Sustainability of Rural Colorado, marks a significant moment in Colorado history. This bill – in addition to other components designed to support rural Colorado through transportation and education funding – will move the Hospital Provider Fee into a separate enterprise, protecting Colorado’s hospitals from a half billion-dollar budget cut. The bill sponsors and legislators created a legacy for the future of health care in Colorado and for the value of working together to find common ground. This bill has been described as -the “compromise of the decade.”

We applaud Colorado legislators who supported SB 17-267 and especially the

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consciousness … their situation has descended to new levels of hostility and danger.”

The Writing for Peace mission is to cultivate empathy – through education and creative writing – that allows minds to open to new cultural views, seeking to value others’ differences, as well as the hopes and dreams that nunite all of humanity As the new president of Writing for Peace, I also believe that a strong and empathetic future will be built by today’s young people, and to that end I support programs that develop a spirit of leadership and peaceful activism.

As an example, in “Refugees and the Displaced,” the winners of the Young Writers Contest demonstrate reflection, knowledge, authenticity and power in their poetry.

I found Lisa Zou’s first-place entry, “She Serves in Ben Hai” haunting in its tenderness … about family, aging, and the shadows of displacement created by the Vietnam war.

A high school senior, Zou is passionate about shedding light on human rights issues and education for young girls. “Writing is a way to express, but more importantly a record of living,” says Zou. She writes: “… Each summer, my grandmother knits guilt / into my

bill’s sponsors. They serve as a national model for their ability to work across the aisle on behalf of all Coloradans. Reps.

Jessie Danielson and Tracy Kraft-Tharp, along with Sen. Cheri Jahn is a specific example of how important it is to elect leaders who are committed to representing the best interest of Coloradans and keeping their community interests at the heart of the debate. The supporting legislators are champions for all Coloradans.

Not only has SB 17-267 restored the proposed $528 million in cuts to hospitals through the HPF enterprise, it has made great strides in education and transportation, with a large portion of these funds allocated to rural Colorado – $30 million for rural and small schools and $1.8 billion for transportation projects over four years. Of those transportation dollars, 25 percent is required to be spent in counties with populations of 50,000 or less and 10 percent goes to transit. SB 17-267 addresses health care, education, transportation and business – the cornerstones of Colorado’s economy.

Thank you to all Colorado legislators for your ongoing efforts to work across the aisle to ensure a healthy, sustainable and prosperous future for all Coloradans.

Grant Wicklund, President and CEO at Lutheran Medical Center Outrage over supe hire Congratulations Jeffco voters and bigmedia machine teachers union. You just got rolled.

Your puppet school board just handed out the largest Jeffco Schools superintendent contract in history, while teachers struggle for modest raises. As an average, taxpaying citizen I am outraged.

A comprehensive 3-year superintendent package of $1 million, while the district cries of monetary hardship,

waitress dress and hot privilege lacquers my tongue. / I swallow each gated community, each ‘made in Vietnam’ sticker, / one bleached spoonful after the other.”

Second-place winner Lydia Chew, also a high school senior, looks forward to studying political science and aspires to work in government and politics. A strong proponent of political activism, she is also passionate about social justice and civic education, and appreciates healthy doses of introspection through literature In the poem, Chew’s speaker issues an apology to a young woman harassed in school because she is Muslim. Chew writes: “I don’t know if you remember me, / but this is my apology. / … I remember that I never saw you, / I only saw your hijab / …

This letter began as an apology from me to you, / but this is bigger than the two of us … This is the message that peace will overcome hatred. / This is my hope.”

Such words remind me that we all have the capacity for change, for thoughtful consideration of our beliefs, our prejudices, our world views.

In young poets such as Lisa Zou and Lydia Chew – and, indeed, in writers of all stripes – we find knowledge, authenticity, power and the capacity to change.

Andrea Doray is a writer who also believes that peace can overcome. Contact her at a.doray@andreadoray.com.

screams of incompetentcy. To me it just looks like another undeserved hiring, with public funds, to a political crony with similar views.

I don’t blame Mr. Glass for taking the deal. Who wouldn’t? But don’t ever ask me for increased school tax money ever again.

This disingenuous cries of “for the kids” is a joke.

Richard Phillips, Arvada Ecstatic for Glass I am ecstatic about Dr. Jason Glass as Jeffco Schools’ new superintendent!

I’ve followed his work and know that he will be able to inspire, and importantly, unite our district. A few things I appreciate about him: He’s an articulate communicator; held a high-level, statewide position in Iowa; received significant recognition; is a proven leader; has two masters degrees and a PhD; was the superintendent in Eagle County; knows the budgetary crisis CO schools face; and he is a vocal and bold advocate for students.

I’m so appreciative of our Jeffco School Board of Education for seeking and pri-

oritizing stakeholder input on the qualities we value most in our next superintendent. It is clear from these attributes that stakeholder input is reflected in the selection of Dr. Glass.

It has been refreshing to see a board work transparently through this process as well. Dr. Glass was selected unanimously by all five board members. The Board shared data points regularly throughout the process — 825 inquiries with potential candidates, 69 applications, 11 potential candidates from 9 states, 6 interviewees (5 current or former superintendents, 1 assistant superintendent, and 1 from Colorado).

Dr. Glass clearly rose to the top and we should all look forward to getting to know him better and partnering with him to do what’s best for students in Jeffco. And I thank our board, Brad Rupert, Susan Harmon, Ali Lasell, Amanda Stevens, and Ron Mitchell for their service to our community. I look forward to voting to reelect Brad, Susan, and Ron this coming November!

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OBITUARIES ALLEN

James Allen

7/9/1928 - 5/23/2017

James Allen, lifelong Arvada resident, died May 23. He was a cattleman and a farmer on land homesteaded by his great-great grandfather William Allen, who was one of the founders of Arvada. He was a graduate of Arvada schools where he was a class president his senior year at Arvada High School.

A star athlete at the University of Colorado, he played varsity football and was a shotput record-holder for many years. After graduating from the University, he served in the U.S. Army (Special Services) during which he was stationed in Okinawa. After CATANZARO

returning to farming, he met the love of his life, Ilene Wilson Harold and they enjoyed many years together, traveling the Continent and creating a home in Arvada.

He was preceded in death by his wife Ilene (Wilson) Allen and parents Elbert and Beth Allen. He is survived by his brother William (Betty Sue) Allen, nephews James (Sharla) and Michael (Jean) Allen and niece Susan VanDeren.

Private graveside services will be held June 23 at Crown Hill

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Kathleen “Kathy” M. Catanzaro, 88 of Arvada passed away June 7, 2017.

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CDOT grant to fund Safe Route to School project New sidewalk will create pedestrian, bike path to Fairmount, Cornerstone

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Kim Bierbrauer has three boys who go to Fairmount Elementary School in Golden. Anytime the weather is above 40 degrees, the Bierbrauer boys either walk or ride their bikes to school.

“I just think there are so many benefits to getting exercise before they have to go sit in a classroom to learn,” she said. “Kids should be able to walk or bike to school without stress. Managing stress is what getting exercise is all about.”

Despite that her children, who are 4, 8 and 10 years old, love riding their bikes any chance they get, the half-mile commute to Fairmount is one that she won’t let them do alone because it’s too dangerous.

Currently, there is no pedestrian or bike path along West 50th Avenue. But thanks to the efforts of other parents and neighbors, the area will soon be getting a new sidewalk.

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) announced in May that its transportation commission is providing $2.5 million in grant money to fund 14 Safe Routes to School

A large group of students and a bicyclist share West 50th Avenue with traffic shortly before the school year ended. In May, the Colorado Department of Transportation provided a Safe Routes to School grant to Jefferson County to help fund a sidewalk project along West 50th Avenue.

COURTESY PHOTO (SRTS) projects this year.

“By building a sidewalk to a school, it creates not just a safer walking path for kids, it encourages walking as part of a more active lifestyle,” said Steve Durian, Jefferson County’s director of transportation and engineering.

“Teaching kids the habit of walking as a means of mobility can start with the morning walk to school, and develop into a lifelong appreciation of using their own two feet to get out and experience the world.”

Jefferson County’s grant award from CDOT will fund 80 percent of a sidewalk project along West 50th Avenue, a road that services Fairmount, 15975 W. 50th Ave., and Cornerstone Montessori School, 15970 W. 50th Ave. The area is in unincorporated Jefferson County with a Golden postal address.

Arvada city limits are roughly two miles both to the east and north.

The funding will go toward Phase I of a project anticipated to be completed in three phases, dependent on how much funding can be achieved, Durian said. Total distance of the project is estimated to be almost 4,000 linear feet along West 50th Avenue between Easley Road and McIntyre Street. The estimated cost for Phase I is $331,316. CDOT funded $265,053, and the county’s match is 20 percent of the total cost, or $66,263. The money will cover the sidewalk itself, a pushbutton crosswalk and a storm sewer.

Phase I is about 1,000 linear feet, between McIntyre Street and Fairmount’s entrance. Construction of is anticipated to occur in summer 2018.

The county worked in partnership

with Jefferson County Public Health and Jeffco Public Schools. The health department formed a SRTS subcom- n mittee within its School Wellness Coalition to help develop and submit the s grant application to CDOT, said Elise d Waln, special projects coordinator at w Jefferson County Public Health. s “This project will provide essential t infrastructure for students to safely t walk and bike to school, where there i was no safe means to do so before,” y Waln said. “We look forward to supporting the SRTS educational and encouragement efforts at Fairmount Elementary and getting more students safely walking and biking to school.”

Fairmount was built in 1961, and had additions done in the late 1990s and 2000s, Principal Sally Mills said.

The infrastructure hasn’t kept pace e with the growth, she said.

D The area, originally, was rural, Mills a said, but over the years, it’s grown a a lot and “the need for sidewalks was i neglected.”

Currently West 50th Avenue is a nar- t row road with one traffic lane for each t b direction. There are no wide shoulders, bike lanes or sidewalks, she said. a “It’s not a nice road,” Mills said. “It n really scares me thinking about their g (students’) safety.”

Another main concern is the school’s accessibility to its emergency W t i SEE CDOT, P15

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ALCORN FROM PAGE 12

Sorry — any time I can insult California, I take it.

So, I say, if that’s the case, then let’s start treating politics like a giant divorce proceeding. Stop it with the whole one-side-writes-a-whole-bill, then starts to bribe enough of its members to sign on, then tries to hammer it through both chambers thing. Sit down in a room with each sides’ divorce lawyer, and divvy up the assets.

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evacuation location, which is the Denver Kickers Sport Club facility — a 15 or 20 minute walk from the school along West 50th Avenue.

When a school-wide drill was done in May, hundreds of students had to walk in a single-file line against traffic. For the drill, sheriff ’s office blocked off the road to traffic, but in a real emergency situation, that may not be possible, Mills said.

“It’s the parents’ decision how they get their kids to school,” Mills said.

But with the current condition of West 50th Avenue, walking and biking to school without adult supervision is not a mode of transportation Mills

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Republicans: We want tort reform — a limit on medical liability.

Democrats: Okay, well we’re gonna need the pre-existing conditions.

R: Fine. Then we want insurance to cross state lines.

D: Okay. Then kids need to be able to stay on their parents’ plans until they’re 26.

R: Fine, but we’re going to need visitations and we get the dog.

D: Whatever. I always hated that dog.

Obviously, the two parties, the two Americas, are now so far apart that there is very little reason to hope for compromise. So, if we’re going to blithely abandon any pretense of being

a melting pot, I say let’s just embrace the idea of making a big old salad and forcing everybody to choke it down, all together.

In fact, you don’t really even have to do it strictly by party — you could do it by region. For instance, regarding immigration, New England could have relaxed requirements for Ph.D candidates, while the Industrial Midwest could have protections for manufacturing, the Deep South and the Plains could have open seasonal labor movement, the Mountain states could get strict enforcement with deportations, the Southwest could get some form of economic refugee status to help out,

and, I guess, the Pacific Coast could, get, I don’t know … more legal marijuana.

I know that’s a pretty bad take on a lot of regional stereotypes, and I apologize for that, but it makes a point: as painful as it is to admit, it’s hard to imagine an American household any more.

So, let’s decide: stay together for the kids’ sake? Or start to hire lawyers?

Because lawyers always make things better.

suggests to parents, she added.

There are a lot of roads in the county that were built when traffic demands were much less than they are today, Durian said.

“In these areas, sidewalks can be expensive to retrofit and the county has a limited budget,” he said. “By leveraging a grant like this one, it makes the construction of a sidewalk a viable project where otherwise, it might not make sense to be a priority when compared to other urgent infrastructure needs.”

Sometime near the end of the school year, Fairmount teachers asked each of their students how they got to school that day, every day for one week. Out of a school population of about 650 students, less than 10 said they walked, and only two or three said they rode a bike, Mills said.

It demonstrates the need for the sidewalk, she said. The area is walkable, and offers a lot of amenities, such as nearby parks and access to bike trails. A lot more families would probably walk or bike to school, if there were a safe route to do so, Mills said.

“The primary goal of this project is to increase the number of students and parents walking and riding bikes to and from Fairmount Elementary School and Cornerstone Montessori School,” said Yelena Onnen the transportation planner for Jeffco’s transportation and engineering department. “We worked closely with the schools and several parents on this grant application.”

Adria Lucerna has a 9-year-old son who goes to Fairmount. Fairmount’s PTA reached out to her to help spear-

head the project because of her background as a transportation engineer.

The original request was to take a look at the functionality of the school’s parking lot, Lucerna said.

Her findings were that the parking lot allows for traffic flow that meets the needs of the school, she said. But at morning drop-off and afternoon pickup, there are long lines of cars along West 50th Avenue, she said.

“It’s a mess,” Lucerna said. “The parking lot functions well. The problem is the amount of cars coming to Fairmount.”

The sidewalk will create a safe way for children and families to commute to school, cutting back on the car traffic, Lucerna said.

“The Safe Routes to School project is just a start,” she said. “But it’s a good start.”

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safe in the summer’s shining sun

Stick to the shade, and use plenty of sunscreen to decrease risk of sunburn TIPS TO AVOID SUNBURN THIS SUMMER

CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

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olorado is one of those places that really shows its best self in the summertime.

Outdoor enthusiasts, from the casual to the fanatic, can check off practically every box here in the state — camping, climbing, hiking, biking, fishing, running, tubing and rafting are just a handful of activities to try during the summer. And when activities like checking out baseball games, going to an outdoor concert and sampling street fairs and farmers markets get factored in, it all adds up to a lot time in the sun.

“Because we’re so high here in Colorado, it can only take 10 minutes to get sunburned if you’re not careful,” said Dr. Richard Asarch, founder of Asarch Dermatology and Aesthetics, which has branches in Castle Rock, Englewood, Lakewood and Westminster. “Because it’s so cool in Colorado, the sun often doesn’t feel that bad. But, we’re getting more ultra violet (UV) light intensity because of our elevation.”

According to information provided by the Colorado Melanoma Foundation, Colorado’s skin cancer diagnosis is 30 percent higher than the nation average. The state’s residents are also in the highest risk group for death from skin cancer in the nation, and this rate continues to rise year after year.

“I don’t want people to be afraid to be outside, but while you are out there, you should do what you can to avoid sunburn,” said Dr. Neil Box, associate professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and president of the Melanoma Foundation. “Every year when summer comes around, we try to remind people of the negative health consequences that come with spending time unprotected in the sun.”

The damage to the skin comes from the sun’s UV rays, of which there are two kinds that are particularly intense — UVA and UVB. The intensity of UVA rays is more consistent throughout the day, whereas the intensity of UVB fluctuates but is strongest around noon and has a greater effect on DNA, according to the Melanoma Foundation’s information.

In addition to skin cancer, particularly melanoma, over exposure to the sun also leads to premature aging of the skin.

“People should try to avoid the

SKIN CANCER WARNING SIGNS Examine skin head to toe once a month: Take note of any new moles or growths, and any existing growths that begin to grow or change significantly in any other way. Lesions that change, itch, bleed, or don’t heal are also alarm signals.

Look for the ABCDEs of Melanoma: A = Asymmetry. One half is unlike the other half.

B = Border. An irregular,

scalloped or poorly defined border.

C = Color. Is varied from one area to another; has shades of tan, brown or black, or is sometimes white, red, or blue.

D = Diameter. Melanomas are usually greater than 6 milimeters (the size of a pencil eraser) when diagnosed, but they can be smaller.

E = Evolving. A mole or skin lesion that looks different from the rest or is changing in size, shape or color.

midday sun, so I say do your activities before 9 a.m. or after 4 p.m.,” said Dr. Robert Dellavalle, professor of dermatology and public health at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. “You don’t want to use sunscreen to stay out longer.

You should use it to prevent getting burned while you’re out.”

One good way to tell if it’s too sunny to be out without protection is to look at your shadow. If a person’s shadow is shorter than the person is tall, then its time to seek out shade, Dellavalle added.

The best thing a person can do to avoid sunburn when outside is stick to the shady areas, but since that isn’t always the option, it’s important to remember coverage.

Long-sleeved shirts and pants are good ideas, according to experts, and many companies now make breathable fabrics that will stay cool in the heat. Hats, specifically those with wide brims, are also highly recommended, especially for people who are bald.

“A lot of bikers forget that their helmets have slits in them, and the top of their heads can get burned that way,” Asarch said. “The problem with baseball caps is sometimes your ears can stick out, so we recommend a wide brim that provides shade to your whole head and face.”

When it comes to sunscreen, people should look for broad spectrum, which means it will protect the skin

Use the Ugly Duckling Sign: Most moles and spots on a body are the same or are similar-looking to each other. As such, a person using this method can compare moles with each other. If any mole stands out or looks different from that of surrounding moles, it is the “ugly duckling.” If a person finds a mole that is significantly different from its neighbors, get it checked out.

MALLETS FOR MELANOMA CHARITY POLO TOURNAMENT The Colorado Melanoma Foundation’s annual fundraiser is the Mallets for Melanoma Charity Polo Tournament, held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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For more information, or to participate, visit www.malletsformelanoma.com. from both UVA and UVB, and get at least SPF 30, explained David Erickson, president and founder of Rocky Mountain Sunscreen, which is headquartered in Arvada.

“The thing I notice most is people don’t put sunscreen on properly,” he said. “You want to apply it indoors, at least 15 to 30 minutes before going outside. Sunscreen is designed to go on cool, dry skin, and if you put it on when you’re already sweating, it’s just going to be pushed out with the other moisture.”

Another problem many people have is not using enough sunscreen.

A good reference is about a shot glass’s worth (or an ounce) is the proper amount to use, Erickson said.

As is always the case with cancer, early detection is key, so Dr. Stan Hill, with Golden’s Hill Center for Dermatology, advised at least an annual skin check. People should also make note of any spots or blemishes, and keep an eye on them.

WHEN OUTSIDE, STICK TO SHADY SPACES

WEAR LONGSLEEVED SHIRTS AND PANTS

WEAR SUNGLASSES AND WIDEBRIMMED HAT USE SUNSCREEN THAT IS AT LEAST SPF 30 AND BROAD SPECTRUM APPLY SUNSCREEN INDOORS, 15 TO 30 MINUTES BEFORE GOING OUTSIDE

“Set a good example for the kids, and take care of your skin,” he said.

“If they see you being smart with the sun, they’ll pick up on it.”

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Tasting the best of Denver’s west

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undreds of diners sampled some of Jefferson County’s many culinary offerings at The West Chamber’s annual Taste of the West at the Jeffco Fairgrounds on June 9.

Large restaurants like the Yard House, Black Eyed Peas and Olive Garden served samples alongside local favorites like Brodo Italian and 240 Union, and visitors tasted everything from roast beef and mashed potatoes to fish tacos and tiramisu.

The event has grown beyond simply food, and a variety of breweries, wineries and distilleries like Joyride Brewing and State 38 Distilling were also on hand providing tastes.

“I come every year because I love seeing all the people, tasting the food and finding new restaurants,” said Lakewood resident Deanna Hanna. “It’s divine being here — everyone is happy, and they all bring their best.”

“Cabaret” at Miners Alley packs a punch

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Buck’s BBQ and Grill’s Kristen Samz hands out pulled pork nachos as her husband Dean “Buck” Samz prepares more food during The West Chamber’s annual Taste of the West at the Jeffco Fairgrounds on June 8. PHOTOS BY CLARKE READER

Jeffco County Commissioner Don Rosier was one of the judges at The West Chamber’s annual Taste of the West. Here he poses with Heather White with the Yard House, before trying their culinary offerings.

Elizabeth Robbole, left, with Applejack Wine and Spirits, and Deanna Hanna, right, at the Taste of the West on June 8.

’ve seen several productions of “Cabaret” the musical classic, playing weekends through June 25 at Miners Alley Playhouse in Golden; however, I’ve never before felt the impact of the Nazi rise to power in the beginning of World War II. Perhaps it was because I saw AROUND it during Memorial Day weekend.

TOWN Whatever the reason, I was nearly Harriet Ford brought to tears by the bigotry and hatred that was constantly directed at Jews.

The story centers around Clifford Bradshaw (Luke Sorge) an American writer who comes to Germany to get inspiration. Bradshaw meets Sally Bowes (Adriane Wilson) a nightclub singer at the Kit Kat Club, who ends up living with him. He lives in a rooming house owned by Fraulein Schneider (Kristen Samu) who has a “close” friendship with Herr Schultz (Tim Fishbaugh) who owns a nearby market.

The shows at the Kit Kat nightclub are run by The Emcee (Jim Walker), an interesting androgynous person of unknown age. Walker plays the role with conviction. Sally Bowles is his star performer. When it is learned that Herr Schultz is a Jew things become very difficult for Fraulein Schneider who fears she will lose her rooming house if she continues her engagement with Schultz. She breaks the engagement along with Schultz’s heart.

Miners Alley is so creative in staging their productions. This is a full-blown musical complete with singing and dancing. The choreography is exquisite.

There is a live band on stage which lends greatly to the nightclub scene. Some of the audience members are actually seated at cocktail tables on the edges of the stage.

Director Len Matheo does a masterful job of guiding his highly talented actors as they bring this sad and disturbing story to life. Musical Director Mitch Samu deftly leads his musicians in the iconic tunes that make “Cabaret” a classic. Rounding out the cast is Rory Pierce who plays Herr Ludwig and Max. In addition, Kit Kat Girls Steph Holmbo, Kenzie Kilroy, Kayla Mally and Abbey Kochevar, as well as Kit Kat Boys Parker Fowler and Gabe Morales add an energetic and delightful tone to the production.

“Cabaret” provides a wonderful evening of live theater. The entire production is very well done with highly talented direction, technical details, musicians, dancers, and singers. This is definitely must-see theater. Miners Alley Playhouse is located on the second floor of the former Foss Drugstore, at 1224 Washington Avenue in Golden. The play runs Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. For information and tickets, call 303-935-3044 or visit www.minersalley.com.

Columnist Harriet Hunter Ford may be reached at hhunterford@gmail.com.

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‘Old-fashioned fun’ draws largest pinball crowd yet Games and tournaments are blast from the past

BY ALEX DEWIND ADEWIND@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

For three days each year, blinking pinball machines, old-school arcade games and sounds of bells, beeps and whistles fill the first floor of Denver Marriott South in Lone Tree.

Here is where players, collectors and families assemble to partake in the pastime of analog gaming.

“I think it’s a unique art form that is coming back,” said Dan Nikolich, who with his wife, Holly, founded Rocky Mountain Pinball Showdown and Gameroom Expo. “It’s something that you get to touch and feel versus everything in the digital world.”

Nikolich, 38, used to fix vintage gaming systems as a teenager and purchased his first pinball machine after college. Holly has a background in marketing and public relations. Together the Highlands Ranch couple started a tradition that would bring life to a hobby that nearly died in 1999, when one of the largest manufacturers, WMS Industries, closed its pinball division.

The three-day tradition started 14 years ago with some 80 games and a couple hundred people. Held from June 8-11, this year’s event featured nearly 300 games and drew thousands of guests

Dozens of people fill a hotel conference room on June 9 for the 17th annual Pinball Showdown and Gameroom Expo. The weekend-long event featured hundreds of vintage pinball machines and arcade games.

PHOTOS BY ALEX DEWIND from across the west.

For many who came, pinball is more than leveraging a tiny ball through a glass box. It’s a skill, a challenge, an art to be mastered. It holds special memories from childhood for some. It’s a collector’s item for others.

Brandon Wheeler was 9 or 10 years old when he played his first pinball machine. Its theme was Jurassic Park, his favorite movie at the time. When he was 25, he purchased his first pinball machine — also Jurassic Park-themed. Since then, he has owned 30 machines and repaired 50 to 100.

“It starts with one and they

multiply,” said Wheeler, 33, of Centennial, also a tournament director of the expo. “A lot of people see movies and then want to play the game.”

Pinball, which Wheeler describes as a sport, is making a comeback for a number of reasons: the gaming community is more inclusive, older generations are passing the hobby to their kids and grandkids, and more companies are producing games, he said.

“It’s a way for companies to license popular or nostalgic property,” said Wheeler.

At the expo, themes of machines ranged from Popeye the Sailor, a newspaper comic

launched in 1919, to today’s hit HBO series Game of Thrones.

When her husband purchased an Addams Family pinball machine a year and a half ago, Snow Galvin was hooked. She’s captivated by the design of the machine — its animated graphics and hidden messages on the exterior and thousands of wires on the interior. The Denver resident now plays on a league and competes in tournaments.

“You can totally nerd out on this stuff,” said Galvin, 33, who sat on a women’s panel at the expo.

Sitting a few seats down

from her was Helena Higgins, women’s world champion of pinball. Higgins, originally from Sweden but now living in Thornton, said she played competitive volleyball for years and always had a knack for ball sports. Pinball was big in Sweden in the 1990s, so she started playing and competing. In 2011, at a competition, she met a man from Thornton and last year the two married at 1up LoDo, a bar and arcade in downtown Denver.

“It’s beautiful and it challenges you,” Higgins said of pinball. “It’s fun to learn the rules and be able to master the game.”

Not everyone at the expo had a history with pinball.

Some people accompanied a child or spouse to simply enjoy a day of games. After receiving a wristband in a hall of the hotel, attendees had access to a giant conference room and several smaller rooms lined with every type of game — from a wooden arcade game to a lifesize Pac-Man displayed on a giant screen. Vendors nestled in the corners selling tech gadgets like fidget spinners and portable lights.

Deborah Hindman, of Littleton, was there for her husband, an avid participant of the hobby. The 43-year-old hopped from game to game.

Wizard of Oz is her favorite.

Cinnamon Harold, of Denver, perched behind her 4-year-old son as he maneuvered a Spider Man machine.

Her reason for attending was simple: “It’s just old-fashioned fun.”

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Exhibition on Western movies examines American mythology Denver Art Museum hosts show through next three months

BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

They’re coming at you before you enter the glass gallery doors! A movie screen shows mounted horsemen rushing to the forefront — either chasing or evading someone else … These are clips from six different films, from historic black-and-white to contemporary, cycling continuously. And all are possibly inspired by a classic American image mounted to the left of the screen: Charles Remington’s large 1889 oil on canvas painting called “A Dash for the Timber,” loaned by the Amon Carter Museum in Fort Worth, Texas.

The Denver Art Museum focuses on America’s special mythology in a new exhibit running through Sept.

10 called “The Western: An Epic in Art and Film.” This is the first such blend of still and moving images that emphasizes the artistic legacy and evolution contributing to the development of the Western genre. “It’s been a wonderful ride,” said DAM Director Christoph Heinrich, who also made a point of the support by the National Endowment for the Arts, which offers federal indemnity in addition to the usual high insurance coverage for art that is a national treasure.

The exhibit was co-curated by Thomas Brent Smith, director of the Petrie Institute at the Denver Art Museum, and Mary Dailey Desmarais, Ph.D., curator of International Modern Art at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, where the exhibit will appear next.

“There are many touch points,” Smith said. Many directors referred to painting as they created films, both for subject matter and blocking the characters in a story. “This is a visual construct of the West … How we understand — or misunderstand — the West comes from movies,” Smith said.

This is the first time the DAM has used film to this extent. A visitor has examples of the set, the cast and the

artists/directors mingled through the exhibit, with related art and objects interspersed with a number of small spaces featuring film clips.

“From Bierstadt to Tarantino, it’s digestible … maybe memories from a long time ago — or yesterday,” Smith commented.

Directors John Ford, who covered five decades and more than 150 films (starting with “Iron Horse” in 1924) and Sergio Leone, known for his “Spaghetti Westerns,” bookend the history, now picked up by many contemporary directors—some with tongue in cheek.

A section looking at the counterculture features artists Andy Warhol, Ed Ruscha and Kent Monkman, as well as recent film such as “Brokeback Mountain” and “Django Unchained.”

We find changes from stories of the Old West to issues of our time, with more sympathetic images of Native Americans. Some recent films take the focus from agriculture to oil. Major shifts in culture included the Vietnam War and the Civil Rights movement.

“We go to the Western to work it out,” Smith said.

Mary Demarais commented: “Really, at this point the Western itself is an agent of change,” the major artistic export from America — with Abstract Expressionism. That export started with Buffalo Bill Cody and his Wild West Shows, which brought the myth of the American West to Europe, beginning in 1887, and continues today.

Note: This show requires some “backing and forthing” to pick up on interrelated themes, if the visitor can manage it.

And … don’t miss Kent Monkman’s “Boudoir de Berdashe” (2007), with its brocade tipi, crystal chandelier, buffalo skin rug, red brocade Victorian divan, birch bark “Louis Vuitton” luggage and Miss Chief ’s high-heeled, beaded moccasins and versions of the silent film, “Shooting Geronimo.” It’s near the end and manages to make fun of a good deal you’ve just absorbed.

(It’s from the National Gallery of Canada.)

A catalog had not yet arrived from the publisher when we visited, but should be available in the gift shop soon.

IF YOU GO “The Western: An Epic in Art and Myth” runs through Sept. 10 at the Denver Art Museum and occurs to us as an ideal outing for visiting family members. Denver is a logical place to hold this exhibit as a crossroads of the Old and New West. The DAM is open daily except Mondays and this show requires special ticketing. For information, see denverartmuseum.org or call 720-865-5000.

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CLUBS Ongoing Activities Mondays 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 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 800-477-6291 or go to NarAnon.org.

Jefferson County Republican Men’s Club meets 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.

Job’s Daughters, Golden Chapter Bored?

Lonely? Make life-long friends. Join a group of young ladies from ages 10-20 learn lead-

ership and organizational skills in meetings with support from friends. Meetings are the second and fourth Monday of the month in Golden. Meet periodically to do fun activities. Rewards of membership include life skills, community work and significant scholarships for college. Interested, call Job’s Daughters at 303-204-1572 to join us for an activity.

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.

Square Dancing Want some fun exercise?

Learn to square dance. Start at 7 p.m. any Monday at the Wheat Ridge Grange, 3850 High Court. Call 303-973-9529.

Wheat Ridge Rotary Club meets 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 community.

Tuesdays Applewood Kiwanis Club meets 7-8 a.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.

Arvada Fine Arts Guild: 2-4 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at Indian Tree Golf Club, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, in the restaurant/clubhouse. Meetings are free and open to the public. Go to http:// arvadafineartsguild.com/ Arvada Sunrise Rotary Club meets 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.

Denver Apple Pi, an Apple/Mac computer user group, meets 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 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.

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 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.

Ports of Call Singles Club, 55 Plus Social hours take place 4-6 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at 3 Margaritas in Lakewood (contact Carol at 303-389-7707), and the fourth Tuesday of each month at Chads in Lakewood (contact Darlene at

303-233-4099). Denver meetings are the fourth Thursday of each month at Baker St. Pub, 8101 E. Belleview, in the Tech Center (contact Harold at 303-693-3434). For info and a monthly newsletter, call JoAnn, membership chairperson, at 303-751-5195, or Mary, president, at 303-985-8937.

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 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 B 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.

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Arvada Business Connection is a friendly group of Arvada Business owners who meet once each month on Wednesdays at various restaurants in the Arvada area. All are welcome – friends, kids and spouses, too. We collect a $5 donation, given to one of the attendees to donate as they wish.

They share how they donated the money at the next meeting. For meeting and contact F information, check the Arvada Business Connection Facebook page @ArvadaBusinessConnection or call 303-995-9919.

Arvada Jefferson Kiwanis meets 7-8 a.m. Wednesdays at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., for a breakfast meeting. We invite you to join us for great G 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 K 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.arvadarotary.org or call Dave Paul at 303-431-9657.

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Buffalo Bill Stories The Jeffco community has two more opportunities to see Jim Salestrom’s Buffalo Bill Stories.

The events will take place at 7 p.m.

June 20 and June 22 at the Golden Masonic Lodge, 400 10th St. in Golden.

Each program will last about an hour.

It is a family-friendly multimedia event to include original music and rare, archived photos and video of Buffalo Bill.

A suggested donation to attend the event is $10. The proceeds will benefit the Boy Scouts. To learn more, visit www.jimsalestrom.com.

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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 www.meetup.com/Buffalo-ToastmastersGolden/ for more information. Buffalo Toastmasters, where public speaking and leadership excellence is encouraged in a safe environment.

Dawn Yawn Toastmasters meets 6:458:30 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 303-5470084, 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 303988-9565.

Hydrogen at Scale The community is invited to attend a lecture to learn about the potential benefits of hydrogen at 7 p.m. June 22 at the Jefferson Unitarian Church 14350 W. 32nd Ave., in Golden.

Featured presenter is Mark Ruth, a principal project lead and engineer with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s (NREL) Strategic Energy Analysis Center. The event is co-sponsored by the Colorado Renewable Energy Society, the Jefferson Unitarian Church’s Green Task Force and New Energy Colorado/Golden Earth Days.

Reservations are not required, but encouraged. The event is free, but donations are appreciated.

To learn more about the topic, visit the Colorado Renewable Energy

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.

New Apostolic Church Food Pantry: Open 9-11 a.m. every Wednesday at 5290 Vance St., Arvada, rear entrance. All are welcome. We provide food to anyone in need. Please visit us once a month. Call 720-722-FOOD (3663) or email foodpantry@nac-denver.org. Go to www.nacdenver.org/foodbank.html.

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

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 303-2792740 for more information, or to learn how to join.

All Comforting Things of Colorado Inc. A nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing comfort and encouragement to individuals by providing items made by hand. We encourage you to bring your skills and enthusiasm to a 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.

Kiwanis Club of Alameda West: 7-8 a.m.

Wednesdays at Garrison Street Grill, 608 Garrison St., Lakewood. 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.

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 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/.

Society’s website at www.cresenergy.org. To provide an RSVP for the event, or for more information, contact the church at 303-279-5282 or office@jeffersonunitarian.org.

Family “Backpack & Camping Adventure” Families are invited to participate on an overnight camping trip June 24-25 at White Ranch Park, 25303 Belcher Hill Road north of Golden.

The Camp Jr. Ranger: Backpack & Camping Adventure program is presented by the Jefferson County Open Space Nature and History Programs. All ages are welcome, but activities are designed for children ages 6-10 and their parents. Parents must accompany children.

Families should arrive in time to hike the one-mile from the parking

lot to Sawmill Campground on their own on June 24, eat lunch and set up camp. Campsites are first come, first served. Activities start promptly at noon, and continue through the evening, with stargazing beginning at 9:30 p.m.

Activities will be led by park rangers and Jefferson County Open Space naturalists.

Attendees are responsible for bringing their own meals and snacks.

Firewood will be available at the campground as long as there is no fire ban.

The program is free, but registration is required. To register or learn more, visit http://jeffco.us/ open-space/nature/nature-programs.

Or call the Lookout Mountain Nature Center at 720-497-7600.

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‘I just knew I needed help,’ new mom says

BY ALEX DEWIND ADEWIND@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

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he week following Amanda Hawthorne’s first pregnancy was good. But the day her mother, who had been helping, returned to work, Hawthorne’s emotional state quickly declined.

She slept because she was so exhausted. She paced back and forth because of anxiety. She felt depressed and manic all at once, she remembers, and had little interest in her daughter.

So she hired a babysitter and confided in her family. And then she went to see a psychiatrist.

“I had to hand my child over because I couldn’t take care of either one of us,” said Hawthorne, 34, a Wheat Ridge resident who has a history of bipolar disorder, depression and anxiety. “I didn’t know what do — I just knew I needed help.”

A support system comprised of family and friends helped most, she said. Creating such support systems is the goal of a campaign run by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in partnership with Postpartum Support International, an organization that increases awareness about the emotional changes that women experience during pregnancy and postpartum.

The educational campaign, launched last October, brings awareness to symptoms of pregnancy-related depression

and anxiety —which occur in one in seven new mothers during or after giving birth — and provides resources for help. Though pregnancy-related depression and anxiety cannot be fixed overnight, the department of public health says it can be treated through self-care, support groups, therapy or counseling and medication when necessary.

‘No one reason’ exists Postpartum depression and anxiety are not the same as “baby blues,” which are mild feelings of sadness, worry and fatigue that may accompany new mothers in the week or two after pregnancy and typically resolve on their own.

Symptoms of pregnancy-related depression and anxiety can appear anytime during pregnancy or in the year following birth and may include feelings of anger or irritability, lack of interest in the baby, loss of appetite and trouble sleeping, feelings of guilt or hopelessness, loss of interest or joy and possible thoughts of harming the baby or oneself.

Some mothers find it difficult to address these feelings and instead hide them, said Mandy Bakulski, maternal wellness and early childhood supervisor of the department of public health.

In today’s faster-paced society, there is an expectation that women should return to leading the lives they did prepregnancy, said Bakulski, adding that it’s hard to ask for help.

“There is a cultural expectation that

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having a baby should be one of the happiest times of a woman’s life,” she said.

“The reality is there is an entirely new human being in their life that takes time and caring.”

There is no one reason for pregnancyrelated depression and anxiety, according to the department of public health.

Symptoms are caused by a combination of psychological, social and biological stressors. People with a personal or family history of mood or anxiety disorders and sensitivity to hormonal changes are more likely to be at risk.

That was the case for Hawthorne, who said she was informed by her midwife that because of her history of mental illness, she had a higher chance of having postpartum depression.

Bakulski recommends medical providers use the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale, a 10-item questionnaire quickly administered in a clinical setting that helps doctors screen for risk of postpartum depression.

“It’s a way for providers to hear and learn from women who might be more at risk,” said Bakulski. “There can be social or psychological issues that were either present or brought on by the pregnancy.”

New moms ‘are not alone’ It’s critical for women to know they are not alone, moms and experts in the maternal field say. It’s also important for partners, families and friends of new moms to be aware of signs and symptoms of pregnancy-related depression and anxiety.

A Highlands Ranch mother, who would like her name withheld for privacy reasons, lost her first child, who was stillborn, and experienced postpartum anxiety with her second child. Her feelings included constant worry and unease over improbable things, like losing her husband of 15 years. She found solace in having a community to rely on, which included her husband, friends, obstetrician and a women’s support group at her church.

“Don’t be afraid to tell someone how you feel, even if you think it is small,” she said. “Just find somebody you can talk to, anybody that you feel comfortable enough to call.”

For mothers who don’t have a strong support network, Postpartum Support International has volun-

TO GET HELP

Postpartum Support International Postpartum Support International works to increase awareness about the emotional changes that women experience during pregnancy and postpartum. Visit postpartum.net/ colorado for information about pregnancyrelated depression and anxiety. The website also lists coordinators who provide support and resources in the Denver metro area.

Call 800-944-4773 any time for immediate, free and confidential support in English or Spanish.

Tri-County Health Department MamaTalk is a free support group for pregnant and post-delivery moms offered in English and Spanish to Adams County residents by Tri-County Health Department. The program is facilitated by Community Reach Center, a mental health service provider in north metro Denver.

For more information on MamaTalk, call Emma Goforth at 303-255-6261.

TIPS FOR SUPPORT SYSTEMS • Encourage her to get help from a professional.

• Help her find a support group and local resources.

• Spend time listening without needing to offer solutions and advice.

Source: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment teer coordinators across the Denver metro area to assist in finding help and resources, such as local support groups. The free, confidential phone line is available in English or Spanish for moms or dads, 24 hours, seven days a week.

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment partnered with the organization to provide moms and their families and support systems more access to resources on pregnancy-related depression and anxiety, according to Bakulski.

“It is hard — every day can be a struggle as a new mom,” she said.

“Being patient and understanding from a support side is so critical.”

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DID YOU KNOW? • Pregnancy-related depression and anxiety occurs during pregnancy or after giving birth, including after a pregnancy loss.

• Women are most frequently affected but it can also affect fathers, partners and close family members.

• Parents of every culture, age, income level and race can experience pregnancy-related depression and anxiety.

• Nearly 1 in 10 Colorado women reported symptoms of pregnancy-related depression and anxiety. Research indicates this underestimates the true prevalence in Colorado because the survey is based off of women’s self-report as opposed to a clinical diagnosis, and women may fear disclosing their symptoms.

Source: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

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THINGS to DO THEATER

Performance Now Presents `The Wedding Singer’: 7:30 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m.

Saturdays and Sundays through / June 25 at 470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood. Call 303-987-7845 or go to www.performancenow.org.

Mud Blue Sky: 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and 6 p.m.

Sunday, through July 2 at The Edge Theater, 1560 Teller St., Lakewood. When three seasoned flight attendants are reunited at a motel near O’Hare Airport, the grungy accommodations and looming morning flight make them question their lives in the friendly skies. Call 303-232-0363 or online at www.theedgetheater. com.

MUSIC

Summer Series: `Mud Blue Sky’: 8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through July 2 at The Edge Theater, 1560 Teller St., Lakewood. Tickets and passes for the Edge Theater Summer Series available by calling 303-232-0363 or online at www.theedgetheater. com. Other shows in the series are “Bad Jews” from July 14 to Aug. 6; and “Dinner” from Aug. 25 to Sept. 17.

EVENTS

Beekeeping Up Close: 8-10 a.m.

Saturday, June 17 and June 24 at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada.

Three-part series designed to build on the basic information presented in introduction to backyard beekeeping. Each week covers a different topic relating to beekeeping and includes a visit to the observation area of Pioneer Farmsteaders’ bee yard for an up close look at the bees. Sign up in advance at Arvada.org/publicclasses.

Lego Play and Build: 2-3 p.m.

Saturday, June 17 at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada.

Builders of all ages are welcome to stick to the theme or build their own creation.

What story will you tell? We provide the Lego bricks and Lego Duplo for younger kiddos. For all ages.

Call 303-235-JCPL (5275) or go to www. jeffcolibrary.org Service Day in the Park: 9-11 a.m.

Saturday, June 17 at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada.

Gather with friends and fellow park users to spruce up Majestic View Community Park.

the view. Register at Arvada.org/ public-classes.

this week’s TOP FIVE Stuart Little: 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Friday, June 16 at Colorado ACTS theater, 11455 W. I-70 Frontage Road North, Wheat Ridge. Join the Little family and Stuart on his many adventures with scheming Snowball the Cat and his beloved bird friend Margalo. Classic E.B. White tale is sure to bring a smile. Tickets on a donation basis. Go to http:// www.coloradoacts.org/.

Sounds Exciting! Summer Concerts: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 21 (Hazel Miller Band); June 28 (Megan Burtt); July 5 (Town Mountain); July 12 (Pandas and People); July 19 (Dotsero); July 26 (The Burroughs) at the Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Amphitheater, 801 S. Yarrow St., Lakewood. Tickets available at the Lakewood Cultural Center box office, 470 S. Allison Parkway; the Lakewood Heritage Center visitor center, 801 S. Yarrow St.; by calling 303-987-7845; or online at Lakewood.org/SummerConcerts. Gates open at 6 p.m.

Can Hydrogen Save Our Energy System?: 7 p.m.

Thursday, June 22 at Jefferson Unitarian Church, 14350 W. 32nd Ave., Golden. Learn about and Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy with others after we are done. A light snack will be served. Sign up at Arvada.org/public-classes.

Republican Men’s Club: 7-9 a.m. Mondays at Davies’ Chuck Wagon Diner, 10151 W. 26th Ave., Wheat Ridge. Meetings open to everyone; women and students especially invited. Upcoming meetings include Monday, June 19, Jeff Shrader, providing updates on Jefferson County Law Enforcement following the 2017 General Assembly conclusion. Contact Fred Holden, president, at 303421-7619.

Opioid Use in Community: 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 17 at the Standley Lake Library, 8485 Kipling St., Arvada. Town meeting with Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp, Rep. Lang Sias, and Sen. Rachel Zenzinger.

Contact RepTracy29@gmail. com.

Mad Science Camp: Space and Flight Academy: noon to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday, June 19-23 at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. For ages 6-11 years. Learn about the four forces of flight, build your own kit and rocket. Sign up at Arvada.org/

discuss the Department of Energy’s Hydrogen at Scale Idea. Networking reception with food and drinks follows presentation. Contact Martin Voelker, jcres@cres-energy.org. Go to www.cres-energy. org. RSVP at https://www.meetup.com/J-CRES/ events/237038731/ to help plan for food.

Day Out with Thomas: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 24-25, July 1-2 and July 8-9 at the Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Ave., Golden. Departures begin at 8:30 a.m. and run every 45 minutes until 4:45. Tickets on sale at www. ticketweb.com/dowt or by calling 866-468-7630. Call the museum at 303-279-4591 or go to www. coloradorailroadmuseum.org.

Miners Alley Playhouse Presents `Cabaret’: 7:30 p.m.

Friday and Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday through June 25 at Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. Tony Awardwinning musical about following your heart while the world loses its way. Additional shows at 6 p.m. Sunday, May 28, June 4, June 11 and June 18. Call 303-935-3044 or go to minersalley.com.

public-classes.

Putin’s Russia: 1-3 p.m. Tuesday, June 20 at Arvada Estates, 7175 Kipling St., Arvada. Join Active Minds as we examine the story of Russia under the influence of Vladimir Putin, including Russia’s involvement in the situation in Ukraine. Call 303-412-5480 to RSVP. Build a Better World with Salida Circus: 12:30-1:30 p.m. Monday, June 20 at Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada. Interactive circus theater show featuring juggling, acrobatics and clowning.

For all ages. Call 303-235-JCPL (5275) or go to www.jeffcolibrary. org Imperfect Parents: noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 20 at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada. The program, “Imperfect Parents: Making Peace and Moving On,” features a screening of And What Remains, an award-winning short film. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss how the forces that shaped their parent’s lives have impacted their own. Contact Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@ peacelutheran.net.

Snakes and Stakes: MVNC Campfire Series: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 21, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. For all ages. Learn about snakes from a naturalist friend from Lookout Mountain Nature Center. Hear how snakes play an important role in the ecosystem

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and get over the myth that they are monsters. There will be live snakes to touch and admire, as well as marshmallows to roast.

Sign up at Arvada.org/publicclasses.

Make Something: Firestarters: 2:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 21 at Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada. Learn how to make camp firestarters using common household materials. Registration required and starts one week in advance. Class limited to 25 and is suitable for all ages. Call 303-235-JCPL (5275) or go to www.jeffcolibrary.org.

Bridge Building Challenge: 2-3 p.m. Friday, June 23 at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada.

Build a bridge, find out how much weight they can hold and expand your knowledge about what makes structures strong. For ages 8-11. Call 303-235JCPL (5275) or go to www.jeffcolibrary.org Hands Dirty, Feet Wet Nature Playdate: 10:30 a.m. to noon Friday, June 23 at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Children can climb on logs, jump stump to stump, build forts, dig in the dirt and connect with their world. Stay as long as you like; pack a picnic and enjoy

Dowsers Conference: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, June 24, at Clements Community Church, 1580 Yarrow St., Lakewood. Learn about dowsing and witching for water. Demonstrations and practical exercises offered. Walk the magical labyrinth, browse vendor booths, hunt for crystals and gold coins, and more. Presented by Mile High Dowsers. Go to milehighdowsers.org or contcct dowsersmilehigh@gmail.com.

Movie Time: 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 24 at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada.

It’s Saturday matinee time. We show family-friendly flicks and serve popcorn. Movie is “Sing” and is suitable for all ages. Call 303235-JCPL (5275) or go to www. jeffcolibrary.org Build a Better World with Lego: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Saturday, June 24 at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada. Enthusiasts of all ages can create a Lego structure that represents this year’s summer reading theme “Build a Better World.” Build at home with your own bricks or create using the library’s Lego collection. Entries must be submitted by Friday, June 23. Visit the library for entry details. Call 303-235-JCPL (5275) or go to www.jeffcolibrary.org Fox Hollow Tournaments: The Men’s Club is hosting the Mayor’s Cup on Saturday, June 24 and its Red, White and Blue member guest event including women July 2. This year Lakewood’s award winning 27-hole facility at 13414 W. Morrison Road added more tee options for all player levels. Join the golfing fun through October; go to fhmgc.com.

HEALTH

Reverse Type 2 Diabetes: 11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 17, at Natural Grocers/Vitamin Cottage, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Class Naturally Arvada:10:30-11:30 a.m.

Sunday, June 25 at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada. Free demonstrations and displays from master chefs and gardeners using fresh produce found at the Sunday Arvada Farmer’s Market. Call 303-235-JCPL (5275) or go to www.jeffcolibrary. org.

Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Thursday for publication the following week.

Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.

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Train superstar makes annual Golden visit IF YOU GO

BY CHRISTY STEADMAN CSTEADMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Thomas the Tank Engine is seen as just as much of a rock star among preschoolers as The Beatles among teens in the 1960s, said Donald Tallman, the executive director of the Colorado Railroad Museum.

“Thomas is multigenerational,” Tallman said. “He connects families in a very special way.”

Thomas the Tank Engine is making his annual return to the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden on June 24 and 25, July 1 and 2 and July 8 and 9.

A train ride ticket is required for all attendees age 2 and older. General admission is not available during Day Out With Thomas dates.

Tickets cost $20 each during off-peak ride times, 8:30-9:15 a.m. and 1:45-4:45 p.m. Tickets for peak ride times, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., cost $25 each.

A train ride lasts 20 minutes. Thomas partners with the railroad museum’s Locomotive No. 491 to pull the 1928 Denver & Rio Grande Western Steam Locomotive around the railyard. And

For more information about Day Out With Thomas, or to purchase tickets, visit www.coloradorailroadmuseum.org/thomas.

Thomas the Tank Engine has a partnership with Locomotive No. 491 to pull the steam locomotive around the Colorado Railroad Museum’s railyard. Day Out With Thomas returns to Golden in June and July. For more information, visit www.coloradorailroadmuseum.org/thomas.

COURTESY PHOTO now, Tallman added, Thomas even talks and greets riders as he pulls into the depot.

A ticket includes access to museum exhibits and model trains, and special Day Out With Thomas activities,

which include a petting zoo, temporary tattoos, the Imagination Station, singa-longs, bean bag toss, hula hoops, bubbles, ladder golf and a magic show. Attendees will also have an opportunity

to meet the character Sir Topham Hatt.

It is recommended to plan a two-hour visit to enjoy all the Thomas activities, Tallman said.

A wide range of food

vendors will be available for lunch, snack or dessert purchases. Families may also bring a picnic lunch but there are no lockers or storage facilities onsite.

Both alcohol and cooking are prohibited.

The museum opens at 8 a.m. Activities will shut down at 5 p.m. and the grounds will close by 6 p.m.

Riders should plan on arriving at least one hour before their train departs, as it is sometimes difficult to reschedule a missed train ride.

Families may stay afterward for as long as they would like to enjoy the activities.

It’s one thing for children to see Thomas in a picture book or play with a smallscale model toy of him, Tallman said.

“But to see him in person and ride behind a full-size Thomas is a really special experience for families,” he added.

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Marketplace ANNOUNCEMENTS Instruction Reading tutor: licensed teacher, MA special education, MS literacy, reasonable rates, contact 303-915-7064 or email readdaly@yahoo.com

Misc. Notices Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201

FARM & AGRICULTURE Farm Products & Produce Grain Finished Buffalo

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Fri.,June 16 & Sat.,June 17 -- 8AM to 3PM Twin over Full Bunk Bed (complete), Vintage Acme Adjustable Dress Form Mannequin, Wheel Barrel, Ladder, (2) Bar Stools, Upholstered Side Chair, Baby Items, Radial Arm Saw, Massage Table, Vintage Cedar Chest, Dresser, Vintage Glassware, Disney VHS tapes,Books, many other items.

Community Garage Sale in Arvada!

Saturday, June 17th from 8-12 Multiple Sales in Sandra Terri neighborhood, Follow the Signs!

Sales between 51st and 54th and Kipling and Independence.

Sponsored by Joe and Kathryn with Colorado Home Realty Call with Questions! 720-327-9350 Multi Fam Garage Sale.

A lot of great clean items, Antique dresser and more, Harley items, Tools, Outdoor, Luggage, Elliptical, Cornhole game, Cookware, Bakers rack, Handbags, Jewelry and more.

Sat. June 16 & Sun. June 17th. 8-6 PM. 23272 Blackwolf Way, Parker 80138.

Garage Sales

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Bicycles

HUGE COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE (Up to 86 garages) at St. Andrews at plum Creek community, located in Castle Rock, CO. Sale will be held on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 22, 23 and 24 June 2017 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm each day.

Follow your GPS to 3123 Newport Circle, Castle Rock, CO for the center of the community. The homes are located on Mount Royal Drive, Newport Circle and Compass Circle. From Exit 181 (Plum Creek Parkway) off of I-25 follow the signs to Mount Royal Drive. A full range of items will be on sale from appliances to baby clothes.

Saturday 6/17 9am 11127 West 64th Place Arvada 80004 Household items, books, misc.

6' Sleeper Couch tan $200

Furniture

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New Lazy Boy Power Lift Recliner Chair never used, new price $1500 asking price $1000 720-898-0216

Autos for Sale

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Lawn and Garden

For sale 2010 Ford Fusion.

53,000 miles, runs great, clean with minor hail damage, black with spoiler, manual transmission 2.5 L, $8000. Contact 303-514-8371

John Deer EZ Trak Riding Lawnmower Model 31P707 Type 0132B1 $1500 Also Snow Blower for sale 303-457-4315

Building Materials

Vista Village Townhomes Community Garage Sale 8700 Block Allison Dr. Westminster-Across from Moore Middle School June 23 and 24 8am-3pm Electronics,Tools,Furniture Household,Collectibles,

All Brands 1995 Prices - Motivated Air Staples for Upholstery, Roofs, Framer, Trim, Cabinets, Pin Nails, Truss, Carpets, Printers All sizes Bostitch, DuoFast, Senco etc.

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SPORTS

Jeffco Athletic HOF inducts outstanding Class of 2017

Club baseball team founder takes helm at Legend

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Annie Kunz (Wheat Ridge), Peter Horvath (Columbine), Don McGatlin (Green Mountain and Chatfield), Frank DeAngelis (Columbine) and Matt Rillos (Golden) were inducted into the Jeffco Athletics Hall of Fame on June 9.

DENNIS PLEUSS/JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

BY DENNIS PLEUSS JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ARVADA — The names conjure up thousands of memories of athletic accomplishments for those familiar to Jeffco Public Schools.

Annie Kunz, Matt Rillos, Don McGatlin, Peter Horvath and Frank DeAngelis were permanently immortalized June 9 at the Arvada Center. The five former Jeffco athletes and coaches were inducted as the Class of 2017 to the Jeffco Athletic Hall of Fame.

“I get to come in with so many of your heroes,” McGatlin said of his entry into the hall of fame. “I appreciate so much Jim Thyfault (Executive Director of Athletics) and Jefferson County for allowing me to be a part of this wonderful group of people. It’s emotional today.”

McGatlin was one of the highlights in one of the strongest induction classes ever for the hall of fame. The longtime Green Mountain High School football and track coach guided the Rams to five state titles during his tenure from 1981 to 2005. Even after leaving Green Mountain, McGatlin hasn’t stopped coaching.

He is currently an assistant football coach at Chatfield High School under his son and head coach Bret McGatlin, along with being a track coach at Calhan High School.

“I can’t get away from it,” McGatlin said of coaching. “I’ll coach until I feel like I’m not doing a good job. Right now I could see coaching into my 70s.”

Annie Kunz Kunz is also still chasing her athletic passions. The 24-yearold — arguably one of the best female athletes to come out of the Jeffco and maybe Colorado — is currently training at the Olympic Training Center in San Diego. She placed 8th in the Heptathlon at the 2016 Olympic Trails and holds the school records at Texas A&M University in both the Pentathlon & Heptathlon.

“2020 is the ultimate goal,” the Wheat Ridge High School graduate said about the Olympics three years from now in Tokyo. “Building up to that and hopefully peaking at the right time.”

The spring belonged to Kunz during her time at Wheat Ridge.

She not only was a track star, but led the Farmers to three straight Class 4A girls soccer state championship games with Wheat Ridge winning two state titles.

Despite going on to Texas A&M where she helped the Aggies women’s soccer team advance to the NCAA National semifinals her senior year and being a two-time All-SEC first team selection, Kunz was a surprised when she got the call that she had been selected for

induction.

“Definitely not so soon,” Kunz said about being one of the youngest Jeffco Athletic HOF inductees ever. “I joked with my mom that I don’t feel like I’ve done anything yet to deserve to be in the hall of fame. I’m definitely just grateful, honored and humbled to be a part of such a wonderful group. Being apart of the Jeffco community means the world to me.”

It was the 32nd year Jeffco has added to its athletic hall of fame that started in 1986. The names of nearly the 100 athletes, coaches and contributors who have been inducted are displayed on plaques at the atrium at Jeffco Stadium.

Matt Rillos A four-sport (football, basketball, track and baseball) athlete at Golden High School from 19921996. Was Golden’s valedictorian his senior year, along with winning the Freddie Steinmark, Gold Helmet (The Denver Post) and Jeffco Male Athlete of the Year honors.

“He (Rillos) had an unbelievable senior year,” said current Ralston Valley football coach Matt Loyd who coached Rillos at Golden.

That incredible senior year included Rillos coming out for baseball. It was his first year SEE HOF, P31

egend High School didn’t have to look too far to find its new baseball coach.

Scott Boyd, the founder and coach for the Colorado Yard Dawgs club program located in Parker, has been hired as the Titans baseball coach to replace Scott Fellers, who has been the only baseball coach in the 10-year history of the Parker school.

OVERTIME Fellers will remain at the school as a teacher.

“You can’t imagine how excited I am about the Legend program,” said Boyd. “Scott Fellers did a wonderful job. He turned the program into a 5A powerhouse.

“I feel very capable to carrying it to the next level, hopefully building more league championJim Benton ships and a state championship.

But more important is building a strong foundation fundamentally for the players both academically and athletically.”

In another baseball lineup change, Steve Eaton, who was the baseball coach at Chaparral for 11 seasons and 10 campaigns at Gateway, is the new baseball coach at Cherokee Trail.

He replaces Allan Dyer, who retired as coach at the Centennial League school.

In 21 years of coaching, Eaton has compiled a 326-125-1 record. He left Chap in 2008 and he has been involved in club baseball since leaving the Wolverines.

“I have a new perspective since I’ve been on both sides with club and high school baseball,” said Eaton. “I’m certainly excited to be at Cherokee Trail. It’s not going to be the same but it’s going to be me, and I’m going to take advantage of what Allan has done.”

Sloan wins twice Rock Canyon junior Emily Sloan won both hurdle events at the Great Southwest Classic on June 3 in Albuquerque.

Sloan, who won the Class 5A 100 meters for the second consecutive year and was second in the 300 after failing to clear the final hurdle at last month’s state track championships, captured the 100-meter hurdles in 13.78 and the 300-meters in 42.14.

Lutheran’s Maya Evans, who was first in four events at the Class 3A state meet, won the long jump with a 20-03.25 leap.

First AJGA title for Schalk Hailey Schalk, a sophomore-to-be at Holy Family, came from four shots behind after two rounds to win the American Junior Golf Association Hale Irwin Colorado by Transamerica on June 8 at Walnut Creek Golf Course Perserve in Westminster.

It was Schalk’s first AJGA win and the 15-yearold became the first Colorado player to win the tournament.

Schalk, the Class 3A state golf champion, fired a final round 3-under par 69 that included a birdie on the 17th hole that wrapped up a one-shot tournament victory over Trussi Li of Diamond Bar, California, who tied for second place with Charlotte Hillary, a Kent Denver freshman from Cherry Hills Village.

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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Ridge at 38 gets racy with 2017 Criterium

he 2017 Ridge at 38 Criterium bike race and Brewfest enjoyed mild weather on Sunday, June 11.

A section of 28th Avenue was closed off, between Teller and Reed Street, as bicyclists of all ages and skill levels spun around a fast 1.15 mile course with six winding corners. In the youth divisions, a single lap was used to determine the winner. In the adult divisions, the riders worked to complete as many laps as possible within a time limit. The top racers for the men’s and women’s elite divisions both had $1,000 prize purses.

Face painting, a bounce house, live music, vendor tents, food trucks, and a brewfest featuring many of the area’s best craft brewers provided ample non-cycling fun as well.

Patty Prevo of Wheat Ridge came down to the Criterium with her husband, two young childre, and even the family dog Bella.

“It’s got everything,” Prevo said. “The race, the beer, the kid’s activities...”

The lead rider in a men’s division criterium race checks over his shoulder as the pack of riders begins another lap of the windy 1.15 mile course PHOTOS BY GLENN WALLACE at the Ridge at 38 Criterium on June 11. Racers completed lap after lap for 40 minutes to determine a winner.

The Prevo family — Tony, Patty, two-year-old Nyan and four-year-old Elliana — enjoy some food at the Ridge at 38 Criterium June 11. They planned on riding the race course during the family ride at noon. “It’s so close, we can ride the bikes and bring the kids,” said Patty.

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Diane Robb and Rich Doughtery rode their bikes a few blocks from their homes, down to the criterium on June 11. “It’s just an exciting community day, and a great family event,” said Robb. “We’re siblings.”

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GUIDE

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Services A/C Serving the Front Range Since 1955

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RON‘S LANDSCAPING Yard Clean-up, Raking, Weeding, Flower Bed Maintenance, Shrubbery Trimming Soil Prep - Sod Work Trees & Shrub Replacement also Small Tree & Bush Removal Bark, Rock Walls & Flagstone Work

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Tree Service

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Wheat Ridge High School graduate Annie Kunz, right, laughs while being introduced by Wheat Ridge girls soccer coach Dan Watkins during the 32nd annual Jeffco Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on June 9 at the Arvada Center.

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playing high school baseball and Loyd joked about how Rillos showed up for the first practice with a borrowed glove and wood bat. However, he turned out to be the best player on the team that season and was an all-conference selection.

Rillos went on to play football at the Air Force Academy. He was a running back on the Falcons’ 1998 team that were Western Athletic Conference champions with a 12-1 overall record while finishing No. 8 in the nation.

Currently, Rillos is the owner of Financial Counsel Associates in Golden.

Peter Horvath Horvath was the boys and girls head varsity soccer coach at Columbine High School from 1983-2008.

During his 25 years of coaching the Rebels’ soccer programs Columbine won 19 Jeffco League titles, grabbed eight state runner-up trophies and the boys team won three state championships (1986, 1993 and 2002).

Horvath talked during his induction speech about his goal when he first began coaching — “To create an experience and environment for our players and athletes that wasn’t just based on soccer. It was about life experiences and

Frank DeAngelis While being remember mostly as Columbine High School’s principal for 18 years, DeAngelis has a rich background in athletes.

He was an assistant football coach at Columbine and the head baseball coach for the Rebels from 1981-1994. Three times he was selected at the Jeffco’s baseball Coach of the Year.

During his acceptance speech, DeAngelis said being a coach for so many years before stepping into the role of principal helped him lead the school and community after the tragic shooting at Columbine High School in 1999.

Fittingly, just before DeAngelis retired as principal at Columbine the Rebels’ girls soccer team won the first girls state team title in the school’s history claiming the 2014 Class 5A state championship.

Dennis Pleuss is a communications specialist for Jeffco Public Schools with a focus on athletics and activities.

For more Jeffco coverage, go online at CHSAANow.com/Jeffco.

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developing our players into people, not just players. It was about character and values. I think I did a good job doing that.”

Horvath was named coach of the year several times and was inducted into the Colorado High School Coaches Hall of Fame in 2016.

THANKS for

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Jeffco community recognized for devotion to diversity STAFF REPORT

Twelve individuals and groups were awarded a Wayne Carle Award for Outstanding Contributions to Diversity and Inclusion in Jefferson County Public Schools and recognized at the Board of Education meeting Thursday, June 1.

The award’s namesake, Dr. Wayne Carle is a former Superintendent of Jeffco Schools.

The awardees Two administrator awards were given to Oberon Middle School Principal Tara Peña and Free Horizon Montessori Principal Kresta Vuolo.

According to the award description, Peña believes that diversity builds a stronger community, and has worked to encourage minorities to pursue careers in education “She volunteers her time to help recruit minority teachers and shares ideas on how to encourage professional development and the advancement of minority staff members,” states her awards description.

Vuolo was described as being a champion in fighting for the rights of Free Horizon’s LGBTQ community and

The 2017 Wayne Carle Award recipients were recognized at the June 1 Board of Education meeting. The Wayne Carle Awards are sponsored by the Jeffco Public Schools Student Engagement Office. COURTESY PHOTO has made the school a “safe place for all.” The school has made efforts to have gender inclusive bathrooms and safe space stickers on doors to let students know that staff are supportive across the spectrum of sexual orientation.

Lindsay Secrest, teacher at Pomona High School and Ann Kelly, K-6 ESL teacher at Shelton Elementary were awarded in the Licensed staff category.

Secrest is the brains behind Pomona’s annual Diversitypalooza celebration hosted every spring. It is a celebration of culture, talent, language, song, dance, art, cuisine, and individuality. Students eat food from different cultures;

hear positive messages about individuality, goals, and dreams; watch talented performers on stage, and have the opportunity to have fun in a social environment that promotes unity.

Kelly is known for holding Diversity Teas monthly for international and/or non-English speaking families to get to know one another, share how they can support their child’s education, and learn about the many resources available to them. In addition, with the closing of Pleasant View and half of the families coming to Shelton, she held a special tea for the Pleasant View families this year to make them feel

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welcome and share the many opportunities available to them at Shelton.

Erika Williams, ESL tutor at Deane Elementary was also awarded for her welcoming spirit of all families; along with Dylan Scholinski, community resource liaison at Jefferson County Open School.

Scholinski is the founder of Sent(a)Mental Studios, the HAVEN Youth Project, and the Sent(a)Mental Project: A Memorial to Suicide and also teaches classes that address a reclaiming of creative voice, self empowerment, identifying /working through personal obstacles, while searching for our most authentic selves.

Scholinski is an “out” transgender employee and teacher and provides support to staff and students within and beyond school.

The PTAs at Mitchell Elementary and South Lakewood and Kendrick Lakes Elementary Schools were also recognized for cultural and diversity events organized at their respective schools.

In addition Tanya Two Two, parent leader at South Lakewood Elementary was given an individual award for the weekly time she puts into

the Title VI Indian Education after-school program. She was described as an aunt, “ because she does far more than just show up. She accepts students for who they are and what they bring to the program at that exact moment.

She shares her presence with our Indigenous youth.”

Lastly, The Wayne Carle Legacy Award was given to Terry Elliott, acting superintendent of Jeffco Public Schools.

“Elliott was described as being “a supporter of diversity and inclusion and a catalyst for equity in Jeffco schools over the course of his career as a teacher, principal, Chief School Effectiveness Officer, and Acting Superintendent.”

Award presenters said Elliott’s public leadership in the area of diversity and inclusion was highlighted as the district restructured Alameda 7-12, Jefferson 7-12, Stein Elementary, Emory Elementary, and Sobesky Academy when he ensuring that meetings honored languages spoken in the community even to the point of having separate meetings for Spanish speaking families and community members.

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