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Tell us your breast cancer stories

MY NAME IS

HEATHER MONTOYA

Arts supporter, mom, beauty seeker

STAFF REPORT

Believing in the arts I’m a strong believer in the arts — music, dance, acting. It’s a talent that not everyone has. But when you find that talent and see the passion behind it, you can see the spark in that person. So that’s why I support it. I have an artistic side, but I don’t tap into it often. I was a figure skater as a kid, so I love the music side of the arts. Music is a big thing in my household. To play an instrument is awesome and being able to dance … it’s a talent, an art.

I also enjoy ceramics. It’s a different medium and it’s not easy. I like to get my hands dirty.

Being a mom I work part time at the Arvada Center. I’m a box office representative. I do ticket sales for our musicals and plays and education registration and a lot of other miscellaneous items. I work a lot with community members. My other time I spend being a mom and a wife. First I was told that I couldn’t have kids, so being a mom is a gift in itself. He’s my little miracle. My son is four years old. He’s rambunctious and he’s all boy. I’m tired a lot. But he’s my buddy. We love to have dance

Heather Montoya is a box office representative at the Arvada Center for Arts and Humanities.

SHANNA FORTIER parties and play. We camp. And we go to the zoo a lot. We just try to get out and enjoy the world and not be couch potatoes.

I want to see the world Traveling is my passion. Not that I have money for it. But, I’d like to go see the world and learn about different cultures — the way other countries run and they live their life. I

haven’t been out of the U.S. yet. But I’m longing to visit Europe — Greece, Italy, Spain, Scotland. The world is a beautiful place and that’s why I want to travel. Even the places that are run down and others don’t think are beautiful … there is beauty there. You just have to find it.

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Arvada Police seek suspect in armed bank robbery STAFF REPORT

The Arvada Police are searching for the suspect of an armed robbery at the TCF bank, located at 7203 W. 55th Avenue, which occurred July 21.

The suspect is described as a white male, 20-40 years-old, with brown hair and a medium build. He is further described as approximately 5-feet 9-inches tall and weighing approximately 160-180 pounds. He was last seen wearing a dark jacket

and grey hoodie, and armed with a handgun.

The suspect fled the scene on a white scooter with a red seat. Officers received an active lead in the area of I-70 and Kipling, where traffic was shut down for approximately 30 minutes while officers searched the area.

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Many Insurance Companies Are Raising the Deductible for Hail Damage Perhaps you were surprised, as I was, this hail storm and other severe weather following the May 8th hail storm, to discover events, both past and projected. that your deductible for hail damage was It’s the nature of the insurance industry higher than in the past. The last that the risk and cost of weathertime I had a claim, my insurance REAL ESTATE related losses is spread out TODAY deductible ($1,000) was applied among all policy holders. Just to all losses, but now I’m finding because you were not affected that a different deductible applies directly by the May 8th hail storm to hail claims. My insurer is Libdoes not mean that you won’t erty Mutual, and the deductible pay a price for it and for other for hail is calculated at 0.5% of weather-related losses when the replacement value of my your policy renews. home.

This should be a wake-up call I was lucky, however, comfor homeowners regarding the pared to members of Belmar impact of climate change, and Commons, a townhome commuthat impact goes beyond increasnity, where the HOA imposed a By JIM SMITH, es in insurance premiums. EarliRealtor® special assessment just to cover er this month the Union of Conthe deductible on hail damage. Their deducti- cerned Scientists released a study concludble for hail, I am told, is 2% of the replace- ing that within 20 years almost 200 coastal ment value of the entire complex, and that American cities may become unlivable due to came to over $5,000 per unit. That was an chronic flooding caused by rising sea levels. unexpected shock for homeowners.

Chronic flooding is defined as 26 or more Many Coloradans saw an increase in their flooding events per year — or one every two insurance premiums following the 2013 weeks. When that becomes the norm, peofloods and more recent wildfires, and we’ll ple start thinking about moving to higher, quite likely see more increases because of safer ground.

Live Off the Grid in Home Built by a NASA Engineer Regular readers of this page know that Golden $595,000 Real Estate and I are totally committed to sustainable living. That’s why our office and my home are solar powered and why Rita and I drive only electric vehicles. So you’ll believe me when I say that this 7-acre, 3-bedroom, 2,072-sq.-ft. home at 1795 York Gulch Road is my favorite listing ever. If I were ready to retire (and didn’t need to be near my listings and clients) I’d move here myself. It is possibly the best engineered house I’ve ever seen — and it is completely self-sufficient regarding electricity and water! Eighteen solar panels feed a battery pack providing uninterrupted electricity, with two backup generators that are hardly ever needed. County maintained roads lead right to this property, and a firehouse is less than a mile away. Great cell service and internet here too! At 9,000 foot elevation — with great views of the Continental Divide — it needs no A/C and is primarily heated by two wood stoves, thanks to excellent insulation, with a propane forced air furnace and two wall heaters for backup. (It has been years since the 1,000 gallon propane tank was refilled, and it currently has 300 gallons in it. The acreage is entirely south facing, so snow melts readily, making this a rare year-round home, considering its elevation and long, steep driveway with six switchbacks! If you like the idea of being in the mountains but only 30 minutes from the metro area, you should watch the narrated video tour I created at www.MountainTopHome.info, then call me for a showing! This home is three miles north of Exit 238 of I-70 (Fall River Road). A 5-acre adjoining lot is available from a related seller for $95,000. The combined 12-acre property is completely surrounded by national forest land.

Climate change is also responsible for the increase in severe weather events such as tornadoes. I watch national news programs each night and am struck by how places like New England are now experiencing tornadoes and other weather events which I don’t recall happening when I lived there.

Yes, the premiums on homeowner’s insurance will increase, but consider for a moment the possible impact of more people moving to Colorado from cities which experience more flooding or other severe weather. People looking to move out of areas impacted by flooding, tornadoes or other weather-related catastrophes will be looking at the map for states with less flooding and severe weather.

Fortunately, Colorado is blessed — for now — with fewer severe weather events than many other areas of the country.

I’ve always wondered why insurance companies “gave” us a new roof after a hail storm, even if the roof was already quite old.

This is different, say, from car insurance, where an insurer will “total” a car when the cost to repair the car exceeds a certain percentage of the book value of the car.

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Insurers are already “depreciating” the value of wood shake roofs, meaning that they assign a certain “life span” to a wood shake roof — say, 15 years. If that roof is totaled, they will allow only its depreciated value instead of applying a deductible to the total cost of replacing it. If the roof is 15 years old, they might give you nothing — even though you were paying a premium for having a roof that is considered a fire hazard.

Liberty Mutual paid an additional $7,000 to remove and reinstall the solar panels from my roof, even though I don’t pay a higher premium for those panels. I hesitate to say it, but I wouldn’t be surprised to see insurance companies begin charging more for homes with solar panels to cover that cost.

Come to Golden This Weekend for Buffalo Bill Days

Golden Real Estate is once again a cosponsor of this signature event in downtown Golden and, as always, our two moving trucks and Tesla will be an entry in the “Best of the West Parade” on Washington Avenue at 10 a.m. We like “fueling up” for it at the annual pancake breakfast in the 10th Street fire station, which benefits Golden’s volunteer fire department. Come join the fun!

Why Aren’t Carbon Monoxide & Fire Detectors Required in Garages?

Most garages have gasoline and other flammable liquids stored in them and have cars which can kill you with their emissions, so I find it interesting that building codes don’t require smoke/fire or carbon monoxide detectors in the garage. The code requires self-closing fire doors and fire-rated drywall construction to slow the movement of fire from garage to house, but why not smoke and CO detectors?

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CDHS chefs show their mettle at cook-off

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Roasted pork mole pupusas, carne asada tacos, red velvet cake and baklava.

These dishes were among the winners at the Colorado Department of Human Services’ third annual Great CDHS Cook-Off on July 19 at the Wheat Ridge Regional Center, 6225 Simms St. “In our department, we have the privilege of caring for all kinds of folks including children, veterans, and people with mental health issues,” said Reggie Bicha, executive director of the department of human services. “This event is a chance to for us to show how much we care about chefs and dietitians at our facilities.”

For the cooking competition, chefs and dietitians from 14 different humans services facilities all over Colorado, including Mount View Youth Services Center, Adams Youth Services Center, and Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons, gathered at the Arvada location to prepare dishes they regularly cook for their 17-CLIN-1555 clients. 9.625x6 Ad.pdf

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James Cronin and Dina Lampropoulou with Mount View took the top prize for their baklava, a dish they

often make for their youths around the holidays. Pueblo Youth Services took top dessert for its red velvet cake, Grand Mesa Youth Services received honorable mention for its carne asada tacos, Fitzsimons and Mount View tied for the spirit award, and Adams Youth took second place for its pupusas — a dish they learned for a youth at their facility from Honduras.

“We came up with this, and wanted to share it with other facilities,” said Colby Clements, food services manager at Adams. “Today is a lot of fun for us because we get to see what other places do.”

As staff wandered from station to station trying dishes, there were numerous exclamations of pleasures, and calls for a friend or colleague to dry the dish.

“Our chefs can trade recipes and see how much we all benefit from what they do, because the foundation to getting better is a good, nutritious meal,” Bicha said. “These folks work hard, and we want them to know how appreciated they are.”

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Nature center celebrates 15 years The Birthday Bash will be Aug. 5

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ver the past 15 years, the City of Arvada’s Majestic View Nature Center has been connecting the community with local nature through its traveling exhibit, hiking trials, butterfly garden and classes.

Built in 2002, the center features hands-on displays, wildlife exhibits, a kid’s activity area, classrooms and meeting spaces. Connected is the Majestic View Community Park with over 80 acres home to a lake and wetland areas, a beautiful demonstration garden, interpretive trails, prairie grasses, beautiful views and many wildlife species.

The center has served 215,00 people over the years, with 23,000 in 2016 alone.

But director Karen Miller said non of it would be possible without the volunteers.

“We wouldn’t be able to offer the program and services we do if we didn’t have the fantastic group of volunteers we have,” Miller said.

To date, volunteers at the nature center have donated over 17,000 hours a value of $350,000.

To celebrate the past 15 years in the Arvada community, the center is hosting a birthday bash Aug. 5 that will be free and open to the public.

Highlights of the celebration will be nature songs and stories and a slack line performance by American record holder Taylor Van Allen. In 2016, Van Allen, a professional slackliner, recreated the historic Ivy Baldwin high line crossing of Eldorado Canyon in Boulder.

At the birthday celebration, he will cross the pond at the nature center.

Wildlife displays teach children about creatures in the area.

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The garden at the Majestic View Nature Center draws in several pollinators.

Many trails connect the park to the center.

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Majestic View Park and Nature Center is participating in Mayors’ Monarch Pledge

THE MONARCH BUTTERFLY

BY SHANNA FORTIER SFORTIER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The monarch butterfly is an iconic North American species whose majestic migration has fascinated scientists and thrilled nature lovers for generations. But over the past 20 years, the monarch butterfly population has declined 90 percent due to the loss of milkweed — its host plant — and loss of it’s winter habitat in Mexico.

To help bring awareness and take action to create more habitat for the monarch, the National Wildlife Federation launched an initiative encourages municipalities to take the lead. The Majestic View Park and Nature Center is participating on behalf of the City of Arvada in the National Wildlife Foundation’s Mayors’ Monarch Pledge. Two other Colorado cit-

Monarch caterpillars crawl on milkweed plants at the Majestic View Nature Center in Arvada. ies have also joined the pledge, Denver and Lafayette.

To begin this challenge, Mayor Marc Williams signed the pledge on November 30, 2016. Then, the staff at the Nature Center selected 11 actions to be accomplished throughout 2017. These actions include public outreach, landscape maintenance practice changes, public events, milkweed plant giveaways, and/or creating

monarch habitats at schools and city properties.

“It is a wonderful commitment for a community to make,” said Sarah Garrett, a curatorial lepidopterist or butterfly and moth specialist at the Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster. “A community with a monarch pledge can do a multitude of things. It makes people aware and sometimes that’s what it takes. Sometimes people don’t

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realize that something is important or needs to be preserved in the environment unless they are advocated for.”

The mission of the Majestic View Nature Center is to encourage environmental stewardship. By taking the lead on the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge,the center hopes to bring awareness to the decline of monarchs and teach the community how they can help.

Monarch Butterflies are from the family Nymphalidae.

They are Native to North America from Southern Canada to Northern South America and can also can be found in Hawaii, Australia, New Zealand, Spain, and many Pacific islands.

Each female lays 300-1,200 eggs.

Eggs are laid on the bottom of milkweed leaves.

Eggs take 3-8 days to hatch.

The caterpillars start by eating their eggshells, then eat the leaves of the milkweed plant.

They go through five larval molt cycles before they pupate.

Over the course of one year, there will be four generations of Monarch Butterflies that together attempt the migration.

Monarch caterpillars eat only the leaves of milkweed plants (genus Asclepias).

The plant’s glycoside toxins don’t bother the caterpillar, rather are assimilated into its body, making it poisonous to potential predators.

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WHAT: Monarch Warrior Workshop WHEN: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2 WHERE: Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada INFO: Delight in all things monarch and learn how to help the monarch butterfly. Advance register at www.arvada.org/nature

HOW YOU CAN HELP Find space in your yard or flower garden for milkweed.

Don’t use herbicide and pesticide in your yard.

Speak out to help conserve open space and grasslands where milkweed grows.

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petition to protect the monarch butterfly under the Endangered Species Act. “Without the caterpillar, we can’t have the chrysalis and without that, there is not butterfly,” Garrett said. “It’s a life cycle.”

The second part to the monarchs decline is that the forest where the butterfly spends its winter are also in decline. Many of the forests are located in rural areas where people are dependent on logging and agriculture to make a living, Garrett explains.

In the U.S., east of the Rockies, it has been estimated that approximately 167 million acres of monarch habitat — an area about the size of Texas — may have been lost since the mid-1990s due to agricultural changes and development including nearly one third of the monarch’s total summer breeding range, according to the 2014 petition to protect the monarch butterfly under the Endangered Species Act. Several organizations have petitioned to make the monarch an endangered species because of its drastic decline, but Garrett said there is disagreement about this.

In the early 1990s, populations of monarchs were huge, Garrett said. Over the past 20 years, there has been a decline with the smallest numbers in 2012-2013.

Since then, Garrett said there has been a small rebound recorded.

Garrett said she can see both sides of the argument. If the monarch were to no longer exist in North America, it could still be found in Australia, New Zealand, Spain, and many Pacific islands.

“The problem is no other monarch does this migration,” Garrett said. “The phenomenon of the migration is what’s truly endangered. That’s one thing that makes the population in the U.S. so amazing.”

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About the monarch Scientists originally started studying the monarch population because of it’s unique migration pattern.

“Initially, we didn’t know where they were migrating,” Garrett said, adding that the butterfly was not staying in United States over winter.

Scientists eventually found out that the monarchs were traveling to a forest in Mexico to spend the cold winter months.

One of the things that makes the monarch butterfly migration so unique is that the entire migration cycle takes four generations. Three generations travel north. Each one laying their eggs and dying along the way.

“When the fourth generation is born, they are super generation and they live six to nine month and they know to fly south to a place they’ve never been,” Sandkuhler.

The monarch butterfly has two main migrations patterns — in the West along the California coast; and in middle-America from the Great Lakes to Mexico.

Colorado is at the edge of one of the major migration paths of the monarch butterfly and Arvada typically sees the butterfly grace gardens and wildflowers throughout the city in the late summer.

“We host lots of stray monarchs as they make their way down to Mexico,” Sandkuhler said.

Studying the migration over time, is how Garrett said scientists became to understand the decline in the population.

One major contributor to is the loss of the milkweed, the plant that the monarch caterpillar feeds on and lays their eggs on.

“Monarchs are specialists,” Sandkuhler said. “They will only lay their eggs on milkweed, but it’s considered a weed.”

The introduction of pesticides, herbicides and genetically modified farming changed the game for the monarch, Sandkuhler said.

“Farmers at that point could blanket their field in herbicides that would kill all the weeds — including the milkweed — but leave their corn and soy beans to grow.”

It is estimated that from 1999 to 2012, Iowa — which is along the monarch migration path — lost 98.7 percent of the states milkweed, according to the 2014

A monarch butterfly pollinates flowers at the Majestic View Nature Center in Arvada.

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taken by Majestic View Nature Center, and supported by the City of Arvada, we can set an example for members of our community and other municipalities to endeavor to restore the population of a beloved butterfly,” said Arvada City Councilmember David Jones.

The health of local pollinators is essential for the security of the food source, the longevity of many agricultural industries, the beauty of our landscape, and the stability of the ecosystem, said Charlotte Sandkuhler, and environmental education specialist, who is spearheading the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge at the Majestic View Nature Center.

“Anything we do to help to monarch butterfly is also beneficial for our local pollinators,”Sandkuhler said. “Without pollinators, our food source is in serious jeopardy.”

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Arvada Sunrise Rotary races for funds Rave 4 Rotary fundraiser will be Aug. 6

BY SHANNA FORTIER SFORTIER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Five years ago, the Arvada Sunrise Rotary Club founded Food for Thought, a program that provides students in low-income families with a sack of food to bring home over the weekend. It was initially launched in three schools in Denver Public Schools. Now, the program, which has since become its own nonprofit,

serves 17 schools.

The program is supported financially by the Sunrise Rotary annually.

Food for Thought is one of the programs, Rotary hopes to sustain through it’s fundraising efforts, said Bob Bell, Food For Thought founder and Arvada Sunrise Rotary Member.

Arvada Sunrise Rotary was founded in 1991 by a group of Arvada-area business people. From local projects such as street clean-ups and scholarship awards, to work building a home in Mexico, humanitarian projects in Kenya, members of the club are ‘champions’ of the

projects that meet their interests, abilities, and commitment.

This year, the club is changing how they raise fund for the programs they support. Instead of the annual food and wine event held in the past, this year, on Aug. 6, Arvada Sunrise Rotary will be hosting a competition to find the fastest driver at a indoor go-kart fundraiser. Called the Rave 4 Rotary, the event will include a silent auction, ping pong, pool, foosball, bowling a dinner from Famous Dave’s Barbecue and first, second and third place plaques for the fastest drivers. A traveling trophy for

IF YOU GO WHAT: Rave 4 Rotary WHEN: 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6 WHERE: Unser Karting, 7300 Broadway, Denver TICKETS: $75 per racer, $25 for non-racers, $250 for four racers; includes dinner from Famous Dave’s Barbecue. Register at www. race4rotary.com. the fastest Rotary club will also be awarded.

ARVADA NEWS IN A HURRY Dream Dinners seeks volunteers Dream Dinners Wheat Ridge is partnering with Friends and Family Community Connection and the Arvada Community Food Bank in hosting the second annual “Fight Against Hunger” event, held 9-11 a.m. on Saturday, July 29, at Faith Bible Chapel, 6250 Wright St. in Arvada.

Last July, with the help of more than 350 volunteers, the organizations assembled more than 51,000 meals and raised more than $3,000

for the Arvada Community Food bank.

In order to reach the goal of 50,000 meals, the organizations need 600 volunteer hours.

Anyone interested in volunteering should visit ddwheatridge2017fpe.eventbrite.com for more information, and to sign up.

Volunteer sought at the Arvada Center The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities is holding a volunteer open house on Aug. 15

for anyone interested in getting involved with the Arvada Center to learn about volunteer opportunities and programs, as well as speak with current volunteers.

The volunteer open house will be 5-7 p.m. in Studio 11 at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada.

For questions, contact Michelle Osgood at mosgood@arvadacenter. org. More information about the Arvada Center’s volunteer pro-

gram is available at arvadacenter. org/about-the-center/volunteer.

Meyers hosts National Night Out event On Tuesday, Aug. 1, folks across America will join in celebrating neighbors and safe, caring communities during National Night Out. The George J. Meyers Pool is participating by offering free swimming and an ice cream social, 7-9 p.m. For more about National Night Out, visit https:// natw.org/

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The fun in finding a favorite

fishing hole

Jeffco offers angler opportunities for all skill levels

What you need -All fishers 16-yearsold and older must have a state license

• Fishing gear -Pole

BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Jefferson County is overflowing with waters for anglers to cast a line in and see what bites.

“Whether you’re fishing with your family at a park like Pine Valley Ranch, or trying fly fishing at Lair o’ the Bear, there are a lot of opportunities for anglers,” said Shaun Howard, ranger lead with Jefferson County Open Space. “We have streams and rivers, ponds and lakes for people to try.”

Summer is the perfect time for fishers of all skill levels to get out and enjoy beautiful weather, scenic locations and match their wits against trout, bass and perch.

Here are some tips and things to remember when planning a trip for the day.

-Line -Hook -Bait • Sunscreen

Sky Miller, 3, of Broomfield, checks her line, during Northglenn’s 29th annual Fishing Derby this year.

Protect the resources Protecting the environment and wildlife is an important thing to remember during every trip, said Jeffco Open Space Ranger ShaunHoward.

Anglers should also make sure they know if their fishing location is catch and release or not.

In addition to picking up any litter

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left behind, anglers should also be sure to make sure they collect any lines that may have gotten tangled in bushes or branches. Birds in particular can get tangled and trapped in the lines. The best way to get rid of lines, Howard explained, is to ball it up and put it in a plastic bottle, and both may be recycled together.

• Long clothing or insect repellent • Fishing license

-If younger than 16 years old, can fish with one pole without a license. If using more than one pole, a license is required.

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Jeffco offers angler opportunities for all skill levels -To avoid crowds at parks, and for the best bite times, head to the water before 9 a.m. or after 3 p.m.

-Fish tend to congregate in areas where the water turns from shallow to deep to find food. Instead of going out to find food, fish will

stay in one place and catch the insects floating in the current.

-Cast near the shoreline for more bites.

-Larger fish enjoy larger insects, like locusts and grasshoppers.

-Check the local fishing reports that day for updates on areas where fish are biting.

-Research the area fishing in advance to find out what kinds of fish live there and food they like.

Source: Nick Puckett

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Seniors’ Resource Center leader retires from post John Zabawa leaves agency after 36 fulfilling years

BY CHRISTY STEADMAN CSTEADMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

A couple of morning hours spent watching birds in a nearby city park.

Gardening in the afternoon. A brief conversation in the evening to hear about one’s day.

“The small things in life can provide much enjoyment,” said John Zabawa.

“As you get older, your world can shrink. Providing even a little bit of support can go a long way.”

Zabawa, 66, is retiring from his role as president and CEO of the Seniors’ Resource Center on Aug. 31.

Monica Roers, with more than 20 years of experience in leadership roles with nonprofit organizations, assumed Zabawa’s position on July 11.

“I’m proud to be a part of the growth and development of this organization,” Zabawa said, adding the collaborative efforts of staff, the board, volunteers and senior clients has provided him with a sense of fulfillment. “Together, we have an impact on thousands of lives.”

The Seniors’ Resource Center is a nonprofit provider of information, services and advocacy for seniors.

Its programs and services, which are designed to help seniors remain

John Zabawa, president and CEO of the Seniors’ Resource Center, speaks at the center’s 2017 Giving Hope Gala on June 23. The event was a fundraiser and formal celebration to recognize Zabawa’s time spent with the center.

PHOTO COURTESY OF STEVEPETERSON.COM independent and living in their own homes, extend to 10 counties in the Denver metro area.

“I don’t think John will ever stop advocating, guiding and advising on senior issues,” said Lynn Johnson, the executive director of Jefferson County Human Services. “He knows that there is still a huge unmet need.

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The Seniors’ Resource Center is governed by a volunteer board of directors, and its staff and hundreds of community volunteers work with seniors on everything from transportation to home repair to simply being a friend to an aging adult.

Zabawa “has been the head of this family for so long,” said Kathleen Stapleton, former chair and current

board member.

He empowered people, she added.

There have been times when a volunteer or staff member approached her and mentioned they didn’t feel they were qualified to do the task they were given, Stapleton said.

“But he (Zabawa) always believed in them,” Stapleton said. “That’s very important in life. Many times, we don’t recognize our attributes. But John is very capable of seeing them in others.”

Zabawa plans on traveling, spending time with friends and family and reconnecting with the Evergreen community, he said, where he and his wife of 45 years, Linda, raised three daughters in their home that sits on a couple of acres. Zabawa and Linda were high school sweethearts, and the two moved to Colorado from Indiana in the fall of 1972 — a few months after they married.

“Because of her support, I’ve been able to do my life’s passion,” Zabawa said of his wife. “Chances are, I’ll be around supporting the organization in any way that I can. After 36 years, it will be hard to stay away.”

Zabawa started with the Seniors’ Resource Center as a program coordinator in June 1981 at the center’s Evergreen location. He was later offered a director position with a focus on operations for that location, SEE ZABAWA, P21

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7July 27, 2017

Chanda Plan opens Center for Health Facility creates community for those with disabilities

BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

When Brent Combs first started visiting the Chanda Plan Foundation in 2013, it was to receive massage and acupuncture to help him with his pain.

But it wasn’t long before he found a new community to grow with there.

“At the Chanda Plan, they focus on the disabled community, but our disabilities aren’t the only thing they focus on,” he said. “What they really do is find out how to make our lives better.”

That mission will reach more people than ever with the new Chanda Center for Health, 1630 Carr St., which celebrated its official opening on July 22 with tours, music and more than a little excitement.

“This is a chance for us to celebrate with the community, and share all the services we’re now able to have under one roof,” said Chanda Hinton Leichtle, founder and executive director of the organization.

“I’m so excited for our current participants to see what we can do for them now, and for all the new people to meet us.”

Established in 2005 by Leichtle and her sister, Crystal Hinton, after Leichtle experienced significant health improvements due to integrative therapies, the Chanda Plan works to bring an integrative and holistic approach to health care for people with long-term physical disabilities like spinal cord injuries, muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, spina bifida and brain injury.

For the first years of its existence, the Chanda Plan worked out of small offices that didn’t provide the accessibility or convenience so many of the organization’s participants required. It was also difficult for participants to find health care professionals who had the proper equipment and experience to treat those with longterm disabilities.

“At the end of 2013, we started identifying the needs of our clients that we couldn’t meet in the facility we had at the time,” said Maggie Cavanagh, the Plan’s director of operations. “We wanted to build a sense of community and a one-stop shop for those who need these kinds of services.”

The Chanda Center for Health was specifically designed with this clientele in mind, and features some of the latest technology and equipment, as well as a “person-centered” approach that examines all aspects of a person’s life. Services include care coordination, behavioral health

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“It’s important for us to take away the stigma many people with disability face in their daily lives,” Cavanagh added. “This is a place where participants can speak to anyone without fear or embarrassment.”

Keeping these services affordable is a key tenant for the Plan. In 2009, it helped pass the Spinal Cord Injury Medicaid Waiver, which means Medicaid is now examining the results of acupuncture, massage and chiropractic services and the cost savings for persons with spinal cord injuries in Colorado, through 2020.

The Medicaid waivers allow patients to pay for acupuncture, massage and chiropractic care. Staff can work with those without Medicaid to keep the services affordable, Cavanagh said.

This innovative approach to both care and cost is drawing a lot of attention to Lakewood, which is one of the reasons Mayor Adam Paul was on hand to celebrate the opening.

“A few months ago, I had the chance to come and see the incredible work going on here,” he said.

“It’s a wonderful opportunity for Lakewood to have this kind of healing potential in the city.”

The new center has been a huge boon for people like Combs, who have seen a marked improvement in their lives because of the work the Plan does.

“It allows me to be more active, and engage in life more completely,” he said. “When you come here, you know you have all kinds of resources available to you. I really hope this becomes a model for other facilities like this.”

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VOICES Good aim is required to defeat our Goliath education problems

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HITTING HOME

Michael Alcorn

n a past life, I coached a couple seasons of high school baseball. And, if you don’t know baseball, you might not understand that, in baseball, we count EVERYTHING. Real baseball guys know batting averages, walks, hits, strikeouts, sacrifice bunts — anything that can be assigned a number, is. Which is great, because, it turns out, my strength, as a coach, was digging in to those numbers and understanding patterns and trends. These days, that is called “advanced data;” back then, I was just trying to find a way to be useful.

But advanced data leads people to some pretty great ideas. In the movie “Moneyball,” the General Manager of the Oakland A’s, who was trying to field a competitive team with a

cut-rate payroll, keeps asking his people “Are we asking the right questions?” He asked enough good questions to make the playoffs several years.

The right question is almost always the secret to the right solution. Take the story of David and Goliath: Popular culture has reduced that story to a very simple underdog story; your pastor would tell you that it’s the story of a person having so much faith that they did not even see the problem in front of them. But Malcolm Gladwell, the brilliant author of “David and Goliath,” explains it as a story of how artillery (the sling—a very accurate tool in the hands of a shepherd which achieves velocities of 40 m.p.h.) beats infantry (big, slow, strong) every time.

So, as we head into the great adventure that is a brand new school year, do you ever think about education policy and wonder if we are asking the right questions? One side of the aisle has answered every question over the last three decades by saying “testing.” Of course, every time we change testing regimes (which we’re doing again this year), we lose some longitudinal integrity in the data, so that data is less and less useful. And, really, after twentyfive years of testing, do we have any concrete evidence that the workforce has gotten any smarter or better prepared or more competent?

No — actually, quite the opposite.

SEE ALCORN, P14

Filling my inbox to nourish my political soul

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR Bereft of NREL’s cost benefit How is it that after almost 40 years of hoopla re NREL no one has ever reported a cost benefit analysis on the so-called ‘National Renewal Energy Lab’?

What actually are the annual and total costs of its operation, and what are the revenues that it has produced?

Why do these numbers remain ever secret?

Should not an annual budget of more than a third of a billion be ac-

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Is there any research done there, that could not be done by private industry, should the need for its products arise?

Wouldn’t those companies which market energy, be the best judges of what is needed and at the lowest cost, without eternal government subsidies?

Russ Hass, Golden

York Times: Resist the coarsening of t’s finally happened. Not unlike discourse by grappling with a political seeing the mileage on your car issue that I find vexing. turning 100,000 – or 200,000! – In his column, “A Summer miles, I have been watchProject to Nourish Your Politiing my email inbox for a new ALCHEMY cal Soul,” Leonhardt says that milestone, and this week it “…righteousness comes easily happened: I have more than in these polarized times …

50,000 unread emails, out of The more we talk politics, the 61,933 total.

The ones I do read are very more confident we can become important – personal mesthat we’re right … Too often sages from family and friends, recently I have watched people concert announcements, Daily I respect spiral from a political Nosh recipes, poems of the discussion into a nasty, perday, sales promos from The sonal argument.”

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Twitter notifications, sports Certainly, there are issues Andrea Doray announcements, and countless about which we all have strong updates ranging from trusted positions, and nothing is going news outlets to marketing and content to change our opinions. Leonhardt, management gurus to travel sites to however, urges us to consider an issue organizations I follow such as Writwe find complicated. “Choose one on ing for Peace and Lighthouse Writers which you’re legitimately torn or harWorkshop. bor secret doubts. Read up on it. Don’t Sprinkled among these are cause-rerush to explain away inconvenient evilated newsletters, some uplifting, some dence,” he says. “Then do something disturbing, some entertaining, and truly radical: Consider changing your some, I clearly realize now, that I have mind, at least partially.” no idea where they came from.

Immigration is one of these issues Oh, I have cleared out my inbox befor me. My grandparents came to the fore, using various techniques to delete U.S. from Romania around the turn of wide swaths of emails at one time, and the 20th century, through Canada into I’ll do that again soon. But for now I’m Montana. They eventually settled in devoting some inbox space to a new Chicago, where my mother was born practice I learned from David Leonhardt, op-ed columnist for The New SEE DORAY P14

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ALCORN FROM PAGE 12

Of course, the other side of the aisle has worked for decades to turn the education system into their own sociological Petri dish, hoping to use a captive audience of public school children to effect societal transformation. In some ways, this is good, and has had great effect (think: civil rights movement); in other ways, this has been very bad for education, which is why we had to go to a testing regime and why we have charter schools in the first place.

But, what if the “right question” has nothing to do with testing aptitude or social attitudes? What if the right question has more to do with a society that understands its history, its freedoms, its potentials, and its responsibilities than it does its textbooks?

What if the right question has more to do with finding talent and fostering potential than churning out a factory

model of a student? What if the right question is more about having a productive job, understanding how money works, and managing a life than it is about the esoterica and minutiae that fleshes out “higher learning?”

The problems that we stare at as a society are substantial, and our myopic focus on partisan solutions tends to turn every obstacle into a Goliath.

Wouldn’t it be nice if, maybe, we approached the whole thing with the humility of a shepherd and looked for a better question rather than a political victory?

I know — crazy! But then, I, too, have been hit in the head by a few rocks in my life…

By the way, if you have a high school student in your life, you simply must read the third chapter of “David and Goliath.” It will make you question everything your school counselors are telling you.

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

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also the question of offering asylum for people fleeing for their lives from their own home countries.

So I’ll be seeking differing points of view as I embrace consideration on the immigration issue, filling my inbox with different newsletters and reaching out to other organizations … nourishing my political soul, as Leonhardt says, with contemplation and reflection.

I invite you to email me with your own thoughts, resources, or links.

Who knows, I may break 100,000 emails before the end of summer.

Andrea Doray is a writer who would like to know what issues you find perplexing, and how you might nourish your own political soul. Contact her at a.doray@andreadoray.com.

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in 1918. To this day, there is a thriving Romanian community that speaks the language, cooks the food, worships in the Orthodox church, and contributes to the society they helped build. Immigration is part of my own history, as it is for most of us.

I also believe that illegal immigration is a problem. I know too that immigrants do work that American citizens don’t want to do or can’t be found to do. I know that the process to immigrate legally can take years, and is likely to increase in the current political climate. For me, there is

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John passed away quietly and peacefully on July 20, 2017, at Good Samaritan Hospital, Lafayette, Colorado, with his family by his side. John was born in Norfolk, Nebraska, the youngest of 7 children. At age 18, he joined the Army Air Corps, serving at Lowry Field, Colorado, as a Bombardier Instructor. Upon his honorable discharge, John attended St. Lawrence and Conception Seminaries from 1946-1951. During the summer of 1951, John decided his talents would better be served in the medical field. He attended Creighton University, graduating with a Doctorate of Medicine in June 1957. Colorado’s weather called him back, and in 1965, John opened Fischer, Gregory, and Cease, the first Family Medical Practice in Northglenn. After 46 years of practice, John retired in 1995. Over 30 years ago, John was one of the founders of the first Rotary Chapter in Northglenn. He was an active Rotarian, attending weekly meetings until his death. John and his wife, Beverly, participated in the Rotary Exchange Program, traveling to Uganda to assist in the restoration of a Primary College for Teachers in city of Iganga, and hosting three foreign exchange

students. John was very active and enjoyed skiing, tennis, golf and traveling. He was on the ski patrol in Breckenridge, Colorado, and enjoyed skiing until he was 85 years old. John and Bev had the good fortune to extensively travel the world, visiting all 7 continents, topping it off with a trip to Antarctica in 2008. John and Bev took each of their grandchildren on an overseas trip, a memory they will always cherish. John was on the Board of Directors for Hope Center for the Retarded for over 40 years. He was instrumental in purchasing and converting an old grocery store into the current Hope Center Educational Facility. In addition to his wife, Bev, John is survived by 6 children, 5 stepchildren, 21 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, and his sister, Sister Genevieve, 105 years old. Services will be held at the Immaculate Heart of Mary, 11385 Grant Dr., Northglenn, CO, on July 31, 2017, at 11:00 am, followed by a reception and luncheon.

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On active duty through May, Grant finished his earthly journey at his home in Keller, Texas, on July 16, 2017. He had completed 21 years of fire-rescue and paramedic service with the Dallas Fire Department. Arrangements were handled by Restland Funeral Home in Dallas. On July 20, he was escorted with glory and honor by several hundred of his firefighter friends and co-workers in a mile-long procession from the funeral service at Gateway Church in Dallas to Restland Cemetery .

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The opening ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m. and a concert by That Eighties Band will follow.

Attendees are encouraged to participate in Throwback Thursday by wearing attire from a favorite decade in history.

Cost to attend the homecoming and opening ceremony is included with general admission.

Gladius the Show Gladius the Show, a horse and equestrian performance, will be 7:45-9:15 p.m. Aug. 11. Tickets cost $15 for attendees age 13 and older, $7 for children age 6-12 and children age 5 and younger are admitted for free. Cost includes same day general admission to the Jeffco Fair & Festival.

Wrestling The Wrestling VIP Event is 6-8 p.m. Aug. 11. Tickets cost $40 per person and include admission to

the event, a VIP meet-and-greet, souvenir and an autographed photo.

Rocky Mountain Pro Wrestling’s Milestone takes place from 6-9 p.m. Aug. 12. Tickets range in price from $7-$30 per person.

Tickets to either wrestling event include same day general admission to the Jeffco Fair & Festival.

Rodeos The Colorado Pro Rodeo Association (CPRA) Rodeo — a competition of pro cowboys and cowgirls — takes place 7-9 p.m.

Aug. 12.

Ranch Rodeo — a celebration of history, working cowboys, cowgirls and the ranches they represent — takes place from 2-4 p.m. Aug. 13.

Rodeo tickets cost $15 for attendees age 13 and older, $7 for children age 6-12 and children age 5 and younger are admitted for free.

Rodeo tickets include same day general admission to the Jeffco Fair & Festival.

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No opening date for the RTD Gold Line was given Friday, July 21 at the Arvada Chamber of Commerce State of Transportation breakfast.

Testing for the RTD Gold Line, which resumed June 14, has been completed.

But further permission is still required from the Federal Railroad Administration and the Colorado Public Utilities Commission to test the wireless crossing technology.

The 11-mile Gold Line commuter rail connecting Denver Union Station to Wheat Ridge, via Arvada and Adams County, was expected to be completed in the fall of 2016.

“We do not have a schedule yet and

do not have a planned opening date right now,” said David Genova, general manager of RTD. Also on the panel of speakers was Ken Greene, chief operating officer, of the Denver International Airport, who spoke about the airports recent announcement that Norwegian Air will begin flying nonstop to Paris beginning April next year. It’s the fourth international destination that the recently rebranded DEN airport has added in three months.

The new service will operate twice a week, on Mondays and Fridays.

The flight is scheduled to arrive in Denver at 6:15 p.m. and depart at 8:15 p.m.

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Students with School of Rock Littleton perform a David Bowie tribute at 2016 Film on the Rocks, opening for the event’s showing of the “Labyrinth.”

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From Broomfield to Golden to Castle Rock, bands endure struggles for love of music

BY CHRISTY STEADMAN CSTEADMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

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he struggles can be many for teen bands: They can’t book gigs in traditional bar venues because they’re too young. They have to juggle their music with school, athletics, family and jobs. They can’t guarantee they’ll stick together after graduation.

But their passion — and perserverance — quickly makes the challenges fade away.

“All these kids have dreams of becoming a musician, so it’s important for

people to support them,” said Cadence Fisher, 15, a bassist with Skeleton Dolls, a Golden-based alternative rock band that consists of herself and her two sisters. “Just because we’re young, it doesn’t mean we’re going to be terrible.”

Skeleton Dolls, which recently performed at the Buffalo Rose, is one of many teen bands livening up the music scene across the metro-Denver area: On the north end of town you can find bands such as Broomfield-based Oblivate, and south in Castle Rock the band Over the Castle holds court.

“Starting early gives aspiring musicians the experience to become more motivated and driven to continue with music,” said Abby Cracraft, 16, a bassist with Obliviate. “We will be contributing to the music scene for years to come.”

Obliviate’s five members

Obliviate of Broomfield, from left Andrew Saunders on guitar, Abby Reynolds as lead vocalist, Andrew Robinson on drums, Abby Cracraft on bass and Lexi Richards on guitar perform at the Bittersweet Café on June 28.

COURTESY PHOTO range in age from 15 to 17.

Besides Cracraft, there’s Abby Reynolds, lead vocals; Andrew Saunders and Lexi Richards, both on guitar; and drummer

Andrew Robinson.

With so many members, the band makes it schedules compatible in two ways. First, band practice takes place consistently

at the same place, for two hours at the same time every Friday. Second, so that SEE ROCKIN’, P17

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each member can keep pace and work individually, they send videos and audio recordings to each other in a group message.

Performances are planned out well in advance, Cracraft said, and because Globalsound Studio — the band’s manager and producer — takes care of all the booking, “all we have to focus on is the music.”

Being in a band creates a special kind of unity, said Aria Fisher, 12, who drums with Skeleton Dolls along with sisters Cadence and Harmony, who plays the guitar. All three sing vocals.

“It’s fun to play with people and connect in that way,” Aria said.

“Music is something that brings everyone together.”

But there’s no guarantee successful bands will stay together after high school.

Harmony Fisher, for example, plans on attending college out-ofstate to pursue biomedical engineering once she graduates.

“We would definitely love to make something of this band in the music scene,” Harmony said. “But one of the things about being a teen band is that you have to be prepared for the possibility of it falling apart because of future plans.”

Another challenge is booking shows, said Jason Kaplan, 16, drummer for Over the Castle.

“Anything we can get our hands on, we’ll take,” he said. The band

The Skeleton Dolls of Golden, from left Cadence Fisher, 15, on bass, Aria Fisher, 12, on drums and Harmony Fisher, 17, on guitar perform at Golden Summer Jam on July 14 at the Buffalo Rose in Golden.

CHRISTY STEADMAN usually performs in public, familyfriendly events such as community festivals. “A lot of people don’t take you seriously until they see you perform. But then afterwards, they come up to you and shake your hand. I think that’s great.”

Over the Castle consists of Kaplan; lead singer Maya Stone, 17; and 17-year-old twin sisters Loren Hardy on bass and keyboard and Jenna Hardy on lead guitar.

They are already dreaming of the future.

“If it’s your dream to play music, don’t ever give up on it,” Kaplan said. “We always remind ourselves that music is art. And we’re proud of our art. For every one person that doesn’t like a certain song, someone else will love it.”

TEEN BANDS TO CHECK OUT Many talented young musicians and teen bands are performing throughout the Denvermetro area. Here are just a few: Obliviate Broomfield www.facebook.com/Obliviatemusic/ Olive Party Denver www.instagram.com/oliveparties/ Over the Castle Castle Rock www.overthecastle.com

Other ways to support teen musicians:

Skeleton Dolls Golden www.skeletondolls.com

Globalsound Studio Broomfield www.globalsoundstudio.com

Surf Mom Denver www.facebook.com/surfmomco/

Girls Rock Denver Denver www.girlsrockdenver.org

Taylorae Denver www.instagram.com/ravenrae03/

School of Rock Aurora, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Littleton www.schoolofrock.com

Last call to read for Foothills Animal Shelter Summer Reading goal almost met, deadline is July 31 to log minutes STAFF REPORT

Jeffco residents participating in the Jefferson County Public Library’s Summer Reading program

have until July 31 to log minutes to benefit the Foothills Animal Shelter.

The Summer Reading program kicked off last month, and as of July 24, 29,363,758 minutes have been logged.

However, if a collective 30 million minutes goal is met by July 31, the Jefferson County Library Foundation will donate $500 to the Foothills Animal Shelter.

“We could really use the $500

prize to continue our mission of providing the best possible care to every animal that enters our doors,” said Jessi Burns, the marketing and communications manager for Foothills Animal Shelter. It “would allow us to provide essential medical, behavioral and life-saving care to homeless pets in our community.”

No matter how many minutes are logged for the Jefferson County Public Library’s Summer Reading

program, wrap up parties will take place from 10 a.m. to noon July 31 at the Golden Library, 1019 10th St.; and from 1-7 p.m. at the Lakewood Library, 10200 W. 20th Ave. To track the progress of those participating the library’s Summer Reading program, or to sign up and log minutes for the remaining days of the program, visit the Jefferson County Public Library’s website at www.jeffcolibrary.org.

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Arvada On Tap pours on the fun and draws a crowd

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eer and barbecue was flowing Saturday, July 22 at the third annual Arvada On Tap event held at the Ralston Park addition. The festival, which highlights over 20 craft breweries as well as a Kansas City Barbeque Society sanctioned competition, drew an estimated attendance of 3,300 from Arvada and the surrounding areas.

Pat Schassburger, member of the Arvada Festivals Commission, which runs the event, said in addition to a record high attendance, revenue from ticket sales and beer sales was also higher than last year, bringing in more money for the events community partners for projects throughout the city. Community partners are the Arvada-Jefferson Kiwanis, Arvada Sunrise Rotary and Arvada Vitality Alliance.

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More than 20 breweries participated in this year’s Arvada On Tap event.

Chris Johnson and Todd Jilbert, of Golden Toad BBQ based in Littleton, sing and dance while manning the grill at Arvada On Tap.

Nancy Eubanks performs at the beer and barbecue event.

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Ron Capps of California, center, a racer who drives a NAPA Auto Parts Dodge Charger funny car, interacts with the Whelchel family of Aurora during an autograph signing at the Mopar Big Block Party on July 20 in Golden.

In the front, Ashlyn, 5, looks at her autographed photo, and clockwise, Capps signs 13-year-old Andrew’s shirt, while Addison, 9, watches.

housands visited downtown Golden for the 2017 Mopar Big Block Party on July 20 on Washington Avenue. The Big Block Party kicked off the 38th annual Mopar Mile-High NHRA Nationals — a threeday event that takes place every year at Bandimere Speedway in Morrison. Attendees of the Big Block Party in Golden enjoyed race-car games, giveaways, live music, food and beer vendors, autograph signings with race car drivers and a car show.

PHOTOS BY CHRISTY STEADMAN

Radio DJ Willie B of Colorado’s 106.7 KBPI asks for a show of hands from the crowd who can answer a trivia question related to car racing.

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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 leadership 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.

Mesas de conversación en inglés/English Conversation Tables: 6-7 p.m. Mondays at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada. Confidence, cultural understanding and comfort are key to truly becoming fluent in a foreign language. Come to practice speaking English in a safe environment with a trained leader. Suitable for high beginners, intermediate and advanced English learners.

Call 303-235-JCPL (5275) or visit www.jeffcolibrary.org.

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 303947-1565.

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.

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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 rockymtnteamsurvivor.org.

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

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then, in 1986, he became its director of development. In 1990, he assumed the role of president and CEO, and oversaw all four Seniors’ Resource Center locations — Evergreen, Wheat Ridge, The Starr Center in Lakewood and the southwest location in south Jeffco west of Littleton.

“He’s a visionary who cares,” said Harriet Hall, the CEO for the Jefferson Center for Mental Health. “He’s a well-rounded person who cares about the things that make life special.

It’s in every fiber of his being that he will continue to contribute to the community.”

Zabawa’s strength of vision for how and why to serve seniors is his strongest personal and professional asset, said Deborah Brackney, chair of the Seniors’ Resource Center’s board of directors.

“He knows that seniors need a

variety of services, so he set about leading an organization that could offer a continuum of services,” Brackney said. “And when the Seniors’ Resource Center didn’t offer a service, (Zabawa) partnered with another organization to make sure the whole need of the senior’s issue was addressed.”

One example, Brackney said, is a new program called A Perfect Homecoming, which is a partnership between the Seniors’ Resource Center and Exempla Lutheran Medical Center. With this program, the hospital alerts the center about a senior being discharged, then the Seniors’ Resource Center steps in to help the senior in whatever way he or she may need.

The purpose is to prevent re-admittance to the hospital, Brackney said.

But “the reason it’s such a big win is because it helps hospitals and individuals save money, and allows seniors to stay healthy and in their homes,” she said.

Grant Wicklund, the president and

CEO of Exempla Lutheran Medical Center, says that under Zabawa’s leadership the partnership with the Seniors’ Resource Center has helped Exempla Lutheran Medical Center better serve the healthcare needs of Jefferson County’s senior residents.

“It’s been an honor to partner with the Seniors’ Resource Center over the years. Together, we’ve implemented some resourceful and successful programs,” Wicklund said, “setting the standard for how to care for vulnerable seniors.”

Zabawa has been a driving force for the growth of the Seniors’ Resource Center, said Rita Peterson who has served on the board since 1982, but even past his retirement, there’s no doubt he will continue making a difference for the senior community.

“Because of his vision and caring for seniors, plus his expertise,” Peterson said, “I’m sure he will be called on in the future.”

In fact, in April, Zabawa was appointed to the governor’s Strategic Action Planning Group on Aging — a

volunteer position — and he will stay in this role until the term ends in August 2018.

“I’ve always loved seniors,” Zabawa said. “I’ve just always been fascinated with the stories they have to tell.”

Zabawa grew up in Indiana, and was raised in a neighborhood with a lot of seniors. He enjoyed spending time with his senior neighbors, he said, and would often help them run errands to the grocery store, mow their lawns or spend the afternoon playing cards with them.

Through his life’s work with seniors, Zabawa has seen thousands of friendships being formed, and has had the opportunity to meet a lot of seniors who inspired him, he said.

“They’ve kept a positive outlook on life to experience another day,” Zabawa said. “Getting older is not for the faint of heart. But a secret is to have the ability to face life’s challenges, and get up with a positive attitude and look forward to new adventures.”

JEFFCO NEWS IN A HURRY Stage 2 Fire Ban in Jeffco As of noon on July 13, Jefferson County is under a temporary Stage 2 Fire Ban. The ban was implemented because of dry conditions that are favorable for the possibility of a wildfire, and limited availability of fire control resources. Conditions will continue to be monitored and fire ban restrictions will be adjusted as necessary.

All land in Jefferson County is included in the fire ban. The following activities are prohibited pursuant to a Stage 2 fire ban: Building, maintaining, attending or using any fire, including bon fires and recreational campfires.

Smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site, or while stopped in an area of at least six feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all combustible material.

All fireworks.

Shooting tracer rounds or explosive type targets.

Use of an explosive initiation system requiring a burning fuse line.

There are also limitations on using certain chain saws and welding and cutting torch appliances.

A number of exemptions, such as use of liquid or gas fueled appliances and wood pellet grills, are permissible uses with the Stage 2 Fire Ban. More details on prohibited activities and exemptions are available on the Jefferson County Sheriff ’s Office’s website: http://jeffco.us/ sheriff.

Cody Family reunion The International Cody Family Association — the descendants of famed showman William F. Cody, aka Buffalo Bill — would like to invite the community to participate in family reunion events.

About 70 members of the Cody Family are expected to visit Golden and the surrounding area from July 27-30 for family reunion events and Buffalo Bill Days, which this year, marks 100 years since the show-

man’s burial on Lookout Mountain.

To find a schedule of the Cody Family’s events during their time in Golden, visit www.cody-family.org.

For information on how to register for an event, contact Ron Hills, treasurer of the International Cody Family Association at 408-221-8625.

Volunteer victim advocates needed Victim Outreach Inc. is currently accepting applications for volunteer victim advocates for the upcoming fall training session, which begins mid-September.

Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, submit to a background check and live within a 20-minute response time of cities served — Arvada, Wheat Ridge, Golden, Edgewater, Mountain View, Lakeside, Colorado School of Mines and Morrison.

No experience is necessary, and all applicants must be able to attend the 40-hour training.

Volunteer advocates are on call, and applicants must have the availability to volunteer four-to-six evening and weekend shifts per month. A one-year commitment to the program is required.

Deadline for applications to be considered for the fall training is Aug. 21.

Those interested in applying should discuss the application process. Contact Kris at 303-2022196 or send an email to victimoutreachinfo@gmail.com with attention Volunteer Coordinator in the subject line.

To learn more about Victim Outreach Inc., visit www.victimoutreach.org.

Free legal advice on elder law Jefferson County is offering free legal advice concerning elder law or probate matters from 10 a.m. to noon July 28 in Room 2040 on the second floor of the Jefferson County Administration and Court Facility, SEE BRIEFS, P24

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MILESTONES Arvada Jessica N. Armijo, of Arvada, was named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at Bethany College. Armijo is majoring in elementary education K-6.

Katelyn Eldredge, of Arvada, was named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at Chadron State College.

Madison Fortunato, of Arvada, was named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at Hastings College.

Keenan P. Gibson, of Arvada, was

named to the spring 2017 dean’s academic honor roll at Baylor University.

Alana Hollenbaugh, of Arvada, graduated in May 2017 from the University of San Diego with a bachelor’s degree in English.

Rachel Kristina Johnson, of Arvada, was named to the spring 2017 honor roll at Washington State University.

Ashley Milburn, of Arvada, was named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at

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Alexandra Michelle Oliver, of Arvada, was named to the spring 2017 honor roll at Washington State University.

Katelyn Marie Pruett, of Arvada, of was named to the spring 2017 dean’s academic honor roll at Baylor University.

Tory Raterman, of Arvada, was named on the spring 2017 dean’s list at Dean College.

Joseph Daniel Rosenstein, of Arvada, was named to the spring 2017 honor roll at Washington State University.

Natalie Faith Skold, of Arvada, was named to the spring 2017 dean’s academic honor roll at Baylor University.

Bryan Suchey, of Arvada, was selected as a recipient of the 2017 Montana State University Presidential Scholarship. Suchey graduated as valedictorian from Arvada West High School. He intends to major in wildlife management and statistics.

Suchey, an AP Scholar with honors, participated in conservation efforts in Colorado and southern Africa. He has also served as a peer mentor in his school. Suchey is the son of Kelly and Doug Suchey.

Golden Tamara Crow, of Golden, was named to the spring 2017 president’s lit at Chadron State College.

Alexis Glogiewicz, of Golden, was named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at Gonzaga University.

Sarah May, of Golden, graduated magna cum laude in May 2017 from the University of San Diego with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.

Madeleine V. Ohno, of Golden, graduated magna cum laude in May 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in global environmental studies and geography from Clark University. Ohno is a member of the Gamma Theta Upsilon honor society.

Daniel Seats, of Golden, was

named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at Gonzaga University.

Rachel Seats, of Golden, graduated magna cum laude in May 2017 from the University of San Diego with a bachelor’s degree in accountancy.

Matthew M. Smaldone, of Golden, was named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at DeSales University. Smaldone is majoring in theater.

Jonathan Strotz, of Golden, was named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at Hastings College.

Kelli Wrolstad, of Golden, graduated in May 2017 from Gonzaga University. Wrolstad also was on the spring 2017 dean’s list.

Lakewood Kathleen Greeson, of Lakewood, graduated magna cum laude in May 2017 from the University of San Diego with a bachelor’s degree in biology.

Gabriella V. Mucerino, of Lakewood, was named to the spring 2017 dean’s academic honor roll at Baylor University.

Justin Murphy, of Lakewood, was named to the spring 2017 dean’s academic honor roll at Baylor University.

Carter Odean, of Lakewood, was named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at Gonzaga University.

Kaylyn Schoen, of Lakewood, was named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at Hastings College.

Lucas Sims, of Lakewood, graduated in May 2017 from Gonzaga University. Sims also was on the spring 2017 dean’s list.

Crystal Trout, of Lakewood, was named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at Chadron State College.

Wheat Ridge Kelly Louise Richards, of Wheat Ridge, was named to the spring 2017 honor roll at Washington State University.

Abigail Salter, of Wheat Ridge, graduated in May 2017 from Gonzaga University. Salter also was on the spring 2017 president’s list.

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THINGS to DO THEATER

‘Bad Jews’: 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 6 p.m. Sundays through Aug. 6 at the Edge Theater Company, 1560 Teller St., Lakewood. Additional shows at 8 p.m. Thursday, July 27 and Thursday, Aug. 3. Call 303-232-0363 or go to www.theedgetheater.com.

‘Monty Python’s Spamalot’: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday through Aug. 6 at Center Stage, 27608 Fireweed Drive, Evergreen. Presented by the Evergreen Players, the Tony Award-winning musical comedy adapted from the 1975 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Call 303-6a74-4934 or go to www. evergreenplayers.org.

ART/FILM

Community Outdoor Movie Night: 8:30 p.m. Friday, July 28 at Peace Church, 5675 Field St., Arvada. Free popcorn and lemonade served. Bring lawn chairs.

Movie is `The Secret Life of Pets,” which begins at dark. Contact Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@peacelutheran.net.

‘Damage’ Art Exhibit: open through February 2018 at Red Rocks Community College, Lakewood, in the mezzanine near the library. Denver artist Sharon Brown’s exhibit features psychologically charged paintings created mostly from photographs. Go to www.rrcc.edu.

EVENTS

Conversation and Coffee: 8-9 a.m. Thursday, July 27, at La Dolce Vita in Olde Town Arvada; and 6-7 p.m. at Panera in Walnut Creek, Westminster. Hosted by Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp. Bring school supplies for our local schools. Call 303-866-2950.

this week’s TOP FIVE Festival of Felines: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Saturday, July 29 at Cat Care Society, 5787 W. Sixth Ave., Lakewood. Free event with cat craft items for sale.

The Meow Mart will be fully stocked with all your feline friend’s favorite toys, beds, and supplies. There will be multiple craft stations for children.

Refreshments served. Go to www.catcaresociety.org, or call 303-239-9680.

Fight Against Hunger: 9-11 a.m. Saturday, July 29 at Faith Bible Chapel, Arvada. Friends and Family Community Connection and Dream Dinners aim to package 50,000 meals, some of which will go to the Action Center’s Prosperity Project. The rest will go to Haiti. Volunteers are needed to assemble food packages. Any additional money raised will go to the Arvada Community Food Bank, providing hunger relief services to local people in need. For information, or to make a donation, go to https:// livingthedreamfoundation.com/wheatridge-comeal-packing-event.

One-Man Comedy Show: Wednesday, Aug. 2 to Sunday, Aug. 20 at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway. “My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish & I’m In Therapy” stars Peter J. Fogel. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays;

the view. Sign up in advance.

Arvada After Dark: Harry Potter’s Birthday: 6-8 p.m.

Saturday, July 29 at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada.

Celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday with challenges and cake. For ages 11-18. Registration required.

Call 303-235-5275 or go to www. jeffcolibrary.org.

Hands Dirty Feet Wet, Outdoor Nature Playdates: 10-11:30 a.m.

Friday, July 28 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

Honk!: 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 4-5 and Aug. 11-12, and 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12 at Colorado ACTS, 11455 W. I-70 Frontage Road North, Wheat Ridge. Ugly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters.

The other animals on the farm are quick to notice and point this out, despite his mother’s protective flapping. Feeling rather foul about himself, the little fowl finds himself on an adventure of selfdiscovery and learns that being different is not a bad thing to be. Call 303-456-5667. Go to http:// www.coloradoacts.org/ to register for fall classes.

‘Broadway Bound’: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday through Aug. 20 at Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave., Golden.

Additional shows at 6 p.m. Sunday, July 23, July 30, Aug. 6 and Aug. 13. Eugene and his brother Stanley are trying to break into show business as comedy writers. Contact 303-935-3044 or online at minersalley.com.

Japanese Community Culture Fair: 2-4 p.m.

Monday, July 31 at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Learn about Japanese culture from high school girls visiting through a home-stay program.

Learn to write in Kanji with ink, try on a kimono for some beautiful pictures, and learn origami and other fun activities. Sign up in advance. Call 720-898-7405.

Getting Unstuck: Practical Ways to Improve Your Life: noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1, at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada. Participants will take part in a nonthreatening activity that often leads to insightful breakthroughs in achieving life change. Contact Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@peacelutheran.net.

LibLab: Balancing Magic and Critter Capsules: 3-4 p.m.

Thursday, July 27 at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada.

Make critter capsules and learn all about the magic of balance. For ages 4-8. Registration required.

Call 303-235-JCPL (5275) or visit www.jeffcolibrary.org Rocky Flats Right to Know: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 27 at Arvada United Methodist church, 6750 Carr St., Arvada (note change in location). Join scientists and other experts for a panel discussion about Rocky Flats safety.

2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Thursdays; 7:30 p.m. Fridays; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays; and 2 p.m.

Sundays. Tickets are available at lakewood.showare.com or by calling 303-987-7845.

Fox Hollow Golf: Saturday, July 29 is the Best By a Damsite, a two man better ball Stableford format; Aug. 8 and 10 is the Senior Club Championship and the Club Championship is Aug. 26-27. There is still time to join the fun through October; go to fhmgc.com and enjoy Lakewood’s award winning 27-hole facility at 13414 W. Morrison Road, which added more tee options for all player levels.

National Night Out: 6-7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 1 at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada.

Celebrate with family story time at 6 p.m. and giant yard games on the lawn after. For all ages.

Call 303-235-5275 or go to www. jeffcolibrary.org.

National Coloring Book Day: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 2 at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada. Enjoy an assortment of activities for kids of all ages. Call 303-235-5275 or go to www.jeffcolibrary.org.

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presented by Greg Storozuk and will address the Hartman Grids.

Featured presenter is a master dowser and longtime member of the Mile High Dowsers. Bo Hanson will share her knowledge of dowsing, which is always educational and entertaining.

Book Group Plus Author Visit: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 8 at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada. Colorado author Jo Ann Virden visits to discuss her book, “My Darling Dorothy.” The tumult of the Great Depression and World War II provides the background for a novel about three young people, Tommie, Jack and Dorothy, and their challenges, struggles, defeats and triumphs.

The hopes and hardships they share are reflected in the letters that they exchange. Call 303-2355275 or go to www.jeffcolibrary.org.

Wheat Ridge Historical Society: 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at the Red Brick House, 4610 Robb St. Social time begins at 7 p.m. Upcoming meetings are Aug. 8, Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14. The society’s holiday party is Dec. 12 at the Braugh House.

HEALTH

Healthy Gluten-Free Living, Tasting Expo: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, July 29, at Natural Grocers /Vitamin Cottage, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Stop in for samples of gluten-free foods, vitamins and body care from noon to 3 p.m. Go to https://www.naturalgrocers.com/store-location/ arvada-north-wadsworth/.

Hall-of-Fame Luncheon: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3, at Pinehurst Country Club, 6255 W. Quincy Ave., Denver. Jefferson County Hall-of-Fame honorees are Hank Alderfer, Evergreen; John Ellis, Evergreen; Lynn Johnson, Golden; Mike Moore, Evergreen; and Greg Stevinson, Lakewood. Go to www.WestChamber.org or call 720-3995656 for tickets and information.

Princess Diana: 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 3, at Atria of Applewood, 2800 Youngfield St., Lakewood. Twenty years after the death of Princess Diana, join Active Minds as we review her life and legacy. Seating is limited.

RSVP required; call 303-233-4343 Mile High Dowsers Meeting: 7-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3, at the Clements Community Center, Columbine Room, 1580 Yarrow St., Lakewood. Go to www. milehighdowsers.org. Beginning dowsing and practical dowsing exercises, along with a featured guest speaker, are offered at each meeting. Beginning dowsing will be presented by Jennifer Newton. Practical dowsing will be

Naturally Arvada: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Sunday, July 30 and Sunday, Aug. 6 at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada. Check out 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 visit www.jeffcolibrary.org.

Memory Café: 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 2, at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada. Memory Café is a welcoming place for people living with memory loss and their caregivers. This ongoing series presented by the Alzheimer’s Association invites you to gather to relax and socialize with others while enjoying a cup of coffee, a fun activity or a brief presentation. Call 303-235-5275 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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The service is offered to anybody who is not represented by a lawyer. Topics available for

discussion include trusts, estates, wills including probate with and without a will, guardianships, conservatorships and powers of attorney.

The event is available on the second and fourth Fridays of every month, excluding holidays.

People will be taken on a first come, first served basis and the

clinic ends promptly at noon.

Civil War Era and Caohagan quilts The public is invited to an exhibit opening reception at the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, 200 Violet St. in Golden, from 6-8 p.m. July 28.

The exhibits are the American Quilt Study Group’s Civil War Era

Quilts and the quilt museum’s Pagtinabangay: Quilts of Caohagan Island.

The exhibits will be on display until Oct. 21.

To learn more about the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum or the two exhibits, visit www.rmqm.org or contact the museum at 303-2770377 or rmqm@rmqm.org.

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SPORTS

Changing lanes Bowling attracting more people as a social activity than as a sport

BY JIM BENTON | JBENTON@COLORDOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

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s time wears on, all sports evolve — and bowling has definitely changed.

Nowhere is that more evident than in the facilities themselves.

Bowling used to be primarily a blue-collar sport that was driven by league and tournament bowlers, with food and beverage sales boosting the profitability. Now many bowling centers are social, family entertainment centers that appeal to the younger generation.

At least one study says the number of people who bowl has been on the upswing in recent years.

But for those who come to the lanes to focus on rolling a high score — often as part of league play — the trend of bowling alleys becoming social centers isn’t a selling point.

“It’s always neat to see what they are doing new, but I’m a traditionalist when it comes to bowling,” said Wes Yelvington, a 182-average bowler from Littleton. “I like places that are bowling alleys. You didn’t have the arcades and pool tables.

That’s cool and

HOW BOWLING PAYS OFF FOR STUDENTS In recent years, young bowlers have gotten the chance to attend college with league and tournament money earned from bowling, which goes into SMART fund accounts to help pay for tuition.

Additionally there are several scholarships available for students who participate in bowling.

Bowling had gained recognition with 21 states by the 2015-16 season as a varsity

high school sport, but not in Colorado. There were 141 colleges in the U.S. during the 2015-16 season that had men’s varsity bowling teams and 139 schools had women’s bowling programs.

com report, there were 29,105 high school bowlers in 2015 and 791 college varsity bowlers. There were 26,110 female high school bowlers and 1,270 college varsity bowlers.

Only women’s bowling is a sanctioned NCAA sport as an equivalency sport for scholarship purposes.

There is one women’s national championship for all divisions but some colleges do have men’s varsity teams.

In a Scholarshipstats.

The NCAA Division I scholarship limit for women’s team is five but schools can reach the limit by offering half scholarships to 10 bowlers. The limit is also five in Division II and eight in National Junior College Athletic Association.

fun. It’s like an indoor amusement park for kids — but I want a little more.”

According to a Sports & Fitness Industry Association bowling participation report, league bowlers dropped from 2.48 million in 2007-08 to 1.49 million in 2015-16.

The number of bowling alleys in a 15-year span dropped 26 percent from 5,400 to 3,976 in 2013. But the number of people who say they bowl increased 10 percent.

For some professionals, the modern climate doesn’t hold a lot of promise for the sport — as

opposed to the social activity — of bowling.

“The bowling industry doesn’t have as many centers to bowl in and it tends to be going downhill around the Denver area,” said Sharon Powers, a 10-time Denver Women’s Bowler of the Year from Lakewood and a former tour professional. “People don’t take it seriously. It’s just ‘Let’s go bowl a couple games and go play pinball machines.’ To me it’s almost like making a joke of bowling.”

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No-quit outlook fuels champion Antron Brown picks up 64th win during Mile High Nationals

BY JIM BENTON JBENTON@COLORDOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Top Fuel driver Antron Brown paid attention during a chapel service before the final day of the 38th annual Mopar Mile High Nationals at Bandimere Speedway in Morrison.

“The chaplin said quitters never win and winners never quit,” said Brown, a Pittsboro, Indiana, resident.

“I thought about it, and you know, that’s why we are where we are because we never quit.”

On July 23, Brown defeated top qualifier Leah Pritchett, a Don Schumacher Racing teammate, with an elapsed time of 3.792 at 319.82 mph to win for the 64th time in National Hot Rod Association races.

It was his third win in Denver, tying him for the Bandimere Top Fuel lead for wins with Scott Kalitta and Tony Schumacher.

Antron Brown signs autographs after winning the Top Fuel championship on July 23 at the Mopar Mile High Nationals held at Bandimere Speedway in Morrison. Brown won his third Top Fuel title at Bandimere and now has 64 National Hot Rod Association victories with 48 coming in Top Fuel and 16 in Pro Stock Motorcycle.

JIM BENTON “When you come to this mountain, it eats you up so bad,” Brown said of the Morrison track, which sits 5,860-feet above sea level. “It beat us up the first day (July 21), we got back on key the

next day and we started picking away at it. The car was flawless by the finals.

“We were patching up everywhere. Something was always going wrong. We kept stepping up and that was a

testament to our team. This race definitely put us through a marathon, but seeing those win lights makes it all worthwhile,” Other professional winners during the final session

of the three-day event were Robert Hight (Funny Car), Drew Skillman (Pro Stock) and Eddie Krawlec (Pro Stock Motorcycle).

Hight, who drives for John Force Racing, was sick and admittedly lucky as he broke a winless streak of 34 NHRA races and collected his first win of the season and fourth at the Mile High Nationals.

He had a 3.995 elapsed time at 317.54 mph in the finals against Tommy Johnson Jr., who had an elapsed time of 4.099 and a speed of 297.16 mph.

“I don’t know if I ate something bad this morning or last night but I was sick today,” said Hight, a resident of Yorba Linda, California.

“I couldn’t keep anything down. We definitely struggled through the first few rounds and we were lucky to get those round wins, but I have a great team who figured things out and helped me get to the winner’s circle.

“It was big to get a win in the finals. It starts to wear on you. It’s been a long time coming and we hadn’t had much luck, but today we had some.”

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Meanwhile, Courtney Force, daughter of the division’s 16-time champion John Force, set Funny Car track records in the first qualifying session on

July 21 with a low elapsed time of 3.889 and 328.30 mph. She was the No. 1 Top Fuel qualifier at the Mile High Nationals for the second consecutive year.

However, she was sent packing in the first round of eliminations by 16th seed Jim Campbell. John Force, the No. 2 qualifier, also lost early to Matt Hagen.

Area drivers turn in strong showings at Bandimere

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For a typical Friday or Saturday night outing, bowling costs more than $5 a game, not including shoe rental.

Toss in video games and food and the dollars add up.

To that end, today’s bowlers tend to have higher-than-average incomes.

A 2016 Experian Simmons National Consumer Survey found the annual median income of a bowling household was more than $76,000, while more than 28 percent of all bowlers had household incomes of over $100,000. The median household income in the nation is about $56,000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

There are 23 bowling centers in the Denver metro area. Only four are independently owned: Arapahoe Bowling Center, 6850 S. Dayton St., Greenwood Village; Crown Lanes, 2325 S. Federal Blvd., Denver; Paramount Bowl, 2625 Kipling St., Wheat Ridge; and Holiday Lanes, 10350 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood.

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‘The bowling industry doesn’t have as many centers to bowl in and it tends to be going downhill around the Denver area.’

Sharon Powers, 10-time Denver Women’s Bowler of the Year

304 centers — 293 in the U.S., eight in Mexico and three in Canada.

Bowlmor AMF was created from the merger of Bowlmor and AMF. The company acquired Brunswick bowling centers in 2014 for $270 million.

Atairos, a private investment fund, recently acquired a substantial ownership of Bowlmor AMF for an estimated $1 billion, but the management structure will remain, which means little change in the philosophy — which is more of a party, nightclub atmosphere with mostly open bowl-

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One of the Denver-area bowling centers that has adopted the Bowlmor philosophy is Bowlero Lone Tree, which has a big arcade, laser tag, bigscreen televisions and glow lights.

Boondocks Food and Fun is another entertainment center that features bowling. It has locations in Utah, plus two in the Denver area: one in Parker at 18706 Cottonwood Drive, and the other in Northglenn at 11425 Community Center Drive. There are bowling lanes plus plenty of games

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“At Boondocks, bowling is one of the main attractions for our guests,” said John Schnerbarth, general manager of the Parker Boondocks location. “Guests can purchase bowling time by itself or as part of our unlimited day pass. We are trying to put a Wednesday evening league together that will run for 12 weeks. Hopefully we will get enough interest and teams to create this league.”

Some metro-area centers manage to attract a crowd focused more on the sport than on the atmosphere — even while being part of the big chain.

Englewood’s AMF Belleview Lanes is “still a league-dominant house,” said Christina Radzikowski, manager of the center at 4900 S. Federal Blvd.

But that doesn’t mean there haven’t been some changes.

“A lot of our men’s leagues have dwindled over the years,” Radzikowski said. “One, because we are more mixed and women are bowling more.

Overall, it’s not like it was in the ‘60s with a guy’s night out bowling and the woman stays home with the children.

“It’s a different era.”

The Apex Park and Recreation District is accepting proposals to procure a new printer and multifunction printer (MFP) management and supplies agreement, along with new equipment to replace outdated printer and MFP devices.

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