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Colorado Community Media takes home 47 awards Colorado Press Association recognized strong work at April 14 ceremony STAFF REPORT

Colorado Community Media received 47 excellence in journalism awards, including 26 first-place honors and the Editorial Sweepstakes prize for the second year in a row for the Littleton Independent, one of the 18 newspapers the company publishes in the Denver metro area.

The awards were presented April 14 during the Colorado Press Association’s annual convention, held this year in Colorado Springs.

CCM’s newspapers competed in the press association’s Colorado Better Newspaper Contest across various circulation categories for work published between Nov. 1, 2016, and Oct. 31, 2017.

“The awards are a confirmation of the quality work performed by our team of journalists, artists and advertising staff every week to help our communities stay connected,” publisher Jerry Healey said.

The Independent won the sweepstakes award for its strong showing in Healey Class 3, which encompasses mid-size weekly newspapers.

The paper took home 13 awards, with six first-place finishes.

CCM’s south metro papers accounted for 33 awards, including 18 first-place honors, ranging from the smallest circulation category of Class 1 to the largest, Class 5.

South metro-based reporters Alex DeWind and Ellis Arnold each won three first-place awards. David Gilbert received four awards, including two first-place honors. Jessica Gibbs also garnered four awards, including a first-place showing.

Sports writer Jim Benton received a first-place and two second-place awards.

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(three first-place and two secondplace honors), Mike DiFerdinando (a first-place showing) and Kyle Harding (a first-place honor) also won awards.

The following are all of the contest winners from CCM’s south metro newspapers: Douglas County News-Press, Class 1 Jessica Gibbs, first place: Best environmental story — “Water pipeline shrouded in secrecy” Tom Skelley, first place: Best health enterprise/health feature story — “In health, and in sickness” Tom Skelley, first place: Best photo essay — “Boots and bulls” Tina Meltzer, first place: Best small space ad — “Aqua Spas” Jessica Gibbs, second place: Best feature story — “Donahue gets back to business” Englewood Herald, Class 1 Ellis Arnold, first place: Best

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feature story — “Food pantry serves changing need” Ellis Arnold, first place: Best business news/feature story — “Chasing the culinary dream” Ellis Arnold, first place: Best deadline news reporting — “City stops opening of arcade business” David Gilbert, second place: Best news story — “Gun store burglaries” Littleton Independent, Class 3 Editorial Sweepstakes award David Gilbert, first place: Best business news/feature story — “Sky-high rents” David Gilbert, first place: Best education story — “New graduation requirements” Jim Benton, first place: Best sports column writing — “Overtime” Kyle Harding, first place: Best environmental story — “Geese in the parks”

Ben Wiebesiek, first place: Best feature page design — “Outdoor concerts” Thelma Grimes, Ben Wiebesiek, Erin Franks, first place: Best advertising special section — “Senior Solutions” Jim Benton, second place: Best sports story — “A real pain” Tom Skelley, second place: Best health enterprise/health feature story — “Float tanks” Tom Skelley, second place: Best story/picture combination — “Braille Challenge” David Gilbert, second place: Best photo essay — “Day on the South Platte” Chris Rotar, second place: Best headline writing — “Hip to be square dancing” Erin Franks, Lisa Allison, second place: Best advertising special section — “Pedal” Lone Tree Voice, Class 4 Alex DeWind, first place: Best health enterprise/health feature story — “Anxious times” Alex DeWind, first place: Best news story — “Search for understanding” Alex DeWind, first place: Best feature story — “I lost all of them” Mike DiFerdinando, first place: Best education story — “Charter schools: A matter of course” Jessica Gibbs, second place: Best deadline news reporting — “State trooper killed” Craig Marshall Smith, second place: Best humorous column writing — “Quiet Desperation” Jim Benton, second place: Best sports event story — “Valor to play familiar foe” Scott Gilbert, second place: Best headline writing — “Filling lucky” Jessica Gibbs, second place: Best photo essay — “Steer drive” Ben Wiebesiek, second place: Best informational graphic — “Tale of the tape” Parker Chronicle, Class 5 Tom Skelley, first place: Best health enterprise/health feature story — “Doulas”

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C-470 expansion project moving along About a year left before completion of toll lanes from I-25 to Wadsworth

BY DAVID GILBERT DGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Drivers can expect about another year of construction on C-470 between I-25 and Wadsworth Boulevard as crews enter the home stretch of a project to add toll lanes intended to reduce congestion on the corridor.

The C-470 Express Lanes project will add two express lanes — which will be tolled — westbound from I-25 to Colorado Boulevard, narrowing to one from Colorado Boulevard to Wadsworth Boulevard. One express lane will be added to the eastbound stretch from just west of the South Platte River to I-25. The project will also see bridges and overpasses widened, curves realigned, and a host of other tweaks to the corridor, according to materials published by the Colorado Department of Transportation, or CDOT. The project is expected to save motorists upwards of 18 minutes of travel time on the roughly 12-mile stretch between I-25 and Wadsworth Boulevard during rush hour. Tolls will vary depending on traffic flow, and would range up to $6 to travel the entire express-lane corridor during

PAVE ON Crews were hard at work on the afternoon of April 12, laying concrete in the new outside lanes on C-470 just west of University Boulevard.

Castle Rock Construction superintendent Mike Walker paced alongside a colossal concrete paving machine, which crawled along at a snail’s pace, turning truckload after truckload of wet concrete into a smooth, uniform surface.

“They just don’t make these things like they used to,” Walker said, patting the side of the machine. “This puppy can lay five feet of concrete a minute, or 2,500 feet a day.”

Walker said the machine was built in 1998 and has won numerous awards for its paving quality.

“We’re doing some pretty solid work,” Walker said. “This project is coming together nicely.

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The project is moving along a steady pace and is on schedule, said Stacia Sellers, a communications manager with CDOT. “We’re making great headway,” Sellers said. “We should be completing the last bridge widening this month, at Yosemite. Willow Creek Trail will be closed for a few weeks as we make improvements like trail widening and drainage work.”

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April 20, 2018

5 takeaways from ‘State of Our City’ address Fiber-optic internet, trails, ‘Smart Cities’ initiatives to develop in near future

BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

In a word, “innovation” describes goals and recent accomplishments in Centennial — building a fiber-optic cable backbone to deliver super-fast internet, joining a Smart Cities Alliance and seeing one of the city’s top employers promise to keep students on the cutting edge in STEM education all carry that thinking forward.

In her first State of Our City address, Mayor Stephanie Piko used that word multiple times.

“I hope you’re just as excited as we are about the opportunities innovation brings not only to Centennial, but our entire region,” Piko told the audience of hundreds of government officials, public-safety officers and business leaders at the April 12 event at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver Tech Center hotel in Centennial.

Thanks to them, the state of the city has never been better, Piko said. As comes as no surprise in the debt-free city, financial problems — or any other problems, aside from the challenge of adjusting to the speed of technological progress — weren’t a topic in the address. Here’s a look at what was.

Mayor Stephanie Piko at Centennial’s 14th annual State of Our City event April 12 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver Tech Center hotel in Centennial. Piko’s address focused on technological innovation both in the private and public sectors in the city.

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Success abounds Centennial saw nearly 2,000 new jobs added from 2016 to 2017, Piko said.

More than 6,000 registered or licensed businesses call the city home, according to an informational handout by the city. About 55 percent of people 25 and older in Centennial have bachelor’s degrees, the handout said.

“Colorado has become the state with the second-largest number of employees in the aerospace industry, and (about) 10 percent of those work right

here in Centennial,” Piko said.

The city’s second-largest employer, Arrow Electronics, is working with Cherry Creek Schools Foundation to provide tools and opportunities to students and “teach the teachers” how to shape students into innovators in the Cherry Creek School District, a video during Piko’s speech said.

Fiber, ‘Intelligent Transportation’ Quickly snaking its way through the city, Centennial’s fiber-optic cable in-

frastructure — often referred to as an underground “backbone” — got some shout-outs in the address.

“Our mission: To build a partnerready piece of infrastructure” for stakeholders, Piko said. The Arapahoe County Sheriff ’s Office, Arapahoe Libraries, school districts and more public entities — as well as businesses — could benefit from having access to the backbone.

Fiber cables provide fast communication by sending beams of light down thin strands of glass or plastic, contained in a casing and running underground.

Aside from allowing internet providers the access needed to supply faster speeds, the fiber backbone could improve the city’s Intelligent Transportation System by sending information to drivers via electronic road signs and enhancing the city’s traffic cameras and sensors, which will allow the city to time traffic lights more accurately to traffic flows.

The city is on its way to completing the 50 miles of new fiber lines around the end of this year. The project kicked off construction in 2016.

‘Smart’ city Centennial’s cutting-edge fiber system ties in closely to its push to be a “smart” city.

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April 20, 2018A

A look at South Suburban board candidates Nine hopefuls vie for three seats with sprawling parks and recreation district

BY DAVID GILBERT DGILBERT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

South Suburban Parks and Recreation District, which manages parks, trails, recreation centers and community sports leagues for a vast swath of the south metro area including Lone Tree, Greenwood Village, much of Centennial, Littleton and Sheridan, will hold an election for three open positions on its five-member board on May 8. The following information is drawn from questionnaires the candidates submitted to South Suburban, which can be found in full at ssprd. org/election.

South Suburban Parks and Recreation District, which manages parks, trails, recreation centers and community sports leagues for a vast swath of the south metro area including Lone Tree, Greenwood Village, much of Centennial, Littleton and Sheridan, will hold an election for three open positions on its five-member board on May 8.

The following information is drawn from questionnaires the candidates submitted to South Suburban, which can be found in full at ssprd.org/election.

Jerry Bakke Jerry Bakke, now retired, has lived in the district for more than 50 years. He worked as a real estate broker and life and health insurance agent.

He has served on or been president of numerous Bakke boards, including the Denver Metro Seniors Golf Club, several homeowners associations, and Colorado Heartcycle, a nonprofit bike touring club. He has helped organize and lead bike tours around the country, and said he was instrumental in building the bike lane on Mineral Avenue from Broadway to Santa Fe Drive. He said he enjoys exercise, biking, hiking, skiing, swimming, water aerobics, spinning classes, pilates classes, golf, walking and snowshoeing. He and his wife, Diane, have five sons and 12 grandchildren, many of whom are involved in SSPRD activities.

“My goal in running for the South Suburban Board is to contribute my expertise and knowledge to ensure that each district member has a quality experience that is delivered in a fiscally responsible way,” Bakke said.

He can be reached at jerrybakke@ msn.com or 303-887-1250.

Pete Barrett Pete Barrett moved to the district in 1969. He was an elementary school teacher for four years before going into insurance for 31 years, 25 of which were as an agency owner. He has served on several boards or committees, including the Colorado Soccer

GET OUT THE VOTE Absentee ballots are available in the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District board election, but require a printed and signed application available at ssprd.org/ elections, and can be submitted by email at elections@ssprd.org or by fax to 303-7985131 or in person to SSPRD’s administrative offices at 6631 S. University Blvd. in Centennial.

Absentee ballot applications must be received by May 1, and the ballots themselves must be received by an election judge by 7 p.m. on May 8 to be counted.

Questions about absentee ballots should be sent to elections@ssprd.org, or voters can call 303-483-7011.

To be eligible to vote in the election, voters must be registered to vote in Colorado, and either be a district resident, property owner or spouse of a property owner in the district.

Foundation, Colorado Soccer Field Foundation, Friends of South Suburban Election Committee, Littleton Soccer Board of Directors, and several other South Suburban committees. Barrett was co-chair of the 2020 Gold Barrett Medal Parks, Playgrounds and Trails Plan committee. He has participated in fundraising, recruitment and election efforts for South Suburban, and said he has helped obtain three grants to support development of Lorenz Regional Park and written support letters for more than 30 other grants. He and his wife have two daughters and four granddaughters.

“My long-term residency and deep involvement with the district provides me a knowledgeable foundation and interest to serve as a board member,” Barrett said. “If elected, I will work for the completion of the projects and plans identified in the strategic plan and ballot initiatives.”

Barrett can be reached at peterjbarrett@comcast.net or 303-378-3962.

Charlie Blosten Charlie Blosten was the Littleton public works director for 38 years, and retired in 2015. Blosten volunteers as an entry station attendant at Chatfield State Park, and as a trail ambassador at Waterton Canyon. He said he created and managed Blosten open space acquisitions in his time with the city, including South Platte Park, the Littleton Community Trail and the Main Street holiday lighting display. He is the vice president of the Littleton Crabapple Trail board of directors, and sits on the board of the Sunset II Homeowners Association. He has previously served as the president of the Day of Caring for Breast Cancer Awareness organization and was a member of the South Platte Working Group and High Line Canal Working Group. He enjoys golf, tennis, biking, skiing and hiking. He said he has attended many SSPRD board meetings and numerous

Meet SSPR board candidates at upcoming forums South Metro chamber, League of Women Voters welcome nine hopefuls vying for three open seats STAFF REPORT

Voters can meet the candidates for the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District board of directors at upcoming candidate forums.

Two forums are planned: April 21, 1-3 p.m. at Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 S. University Blvd., Centennial. This forum is presented by the League of Women Voters of city council, planning commission and regional government meetings.

He and his wife Kathy have two adult children.

“My main interest is keeping SSPRD a top-quality parks and recreation district that will continue to enhance the lives of all SSPRD residents,” Blosten said. “I’ve managed budgets exceeding $20 million and I am familiar with revenue and expenditure concerns of governments for the past 40-plus years.”

Blosten can be reached at cblosten@ gmail.com or 720-217-8862.

Michael Kohut Michael Kohut worked as a quality controller for General Motors, and later as a building manager for a Catholic church.

He was also the owner of a restaurant and a limousine service, and is Kohut currently a part-time bay attendant at a self-service car wash. Kohut volunteers monthly with Habitat for Humanity, and does trail maintenance work with the Colorado Fourteener Initiative. He has also volunteered as a Girl Scout leader and baseball coach, and served as the chairman of the Friends of the Trails group in Lakeland, Michigan; the chairman and organizer of the Belleville, Michigan Strawberry Festival Parade; and as vice president of the Belleville, Michigan Jaycees.

Kohut said his recreational activities include downhill and cross-country skiing, mountain and road biking, kayaking, fly fishing, dirt biking, disc golfing, golfing, hiking and climbing fourteeners.

He also said he is a tree caretaker and tree lover, a former full-time RVer, and a “previous golden retriever owner.” He has been married for 40 years and has three adult children. Kohut is a member of St. Mary’s Catholic

Arapahoe/Douglas Counties.

April 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at South Metro Denver Chamber, 2154 E. Commons Drive, Ste. 342, Centennial. John Brackney, former president and CEO of the chamber, will moderate this forum.

The nine candidates vying for three seats submitted self-nomination and acceptance forms for inclusion on the ballot. The candidates are Jerry Bakke, Pete Barrett, Charlie Blosten, Michael G. Kohut, Dave Lawful, Jeff Monroe, Dan Purse, Susan Pye and Tom Wood.

The districtwide polling place election takes place May 8. To learn more about the election, or to request an application for an absentee ballot, visit ssprd.org/election, or call 303-798-5131.

Church in Littleton.

Kohut said he is running “Because I am retired and have the time to devote between my recreational activities.”

Kohut can be reached at 248-807-4748.

Dave Lawful Dave Lawful is retired from 38 years of program management and system engineering in the aerospace industry. He is the chairman of the Lone Tree Citizens Recreation Lawful Advisory Committee, a board member of the Parkside Homeowners Association Service Area Committee, a member of the Walk and Wheel Study Citizens Advisory Board, and the organizer of the Lone Tree Bike to Work Day breakfast station. He has volunteered with the Cub Scouts, Bicycle Colorado, and the University of Colorado South.

Lawful said he was an outspoken proponent for ballot measures 4B and 4C in 2017, which helped secure long-term funding for SSPRD. He said he has been a long-term supporter of expanding the trail marker system to connect the Mary Carter Greenway trail to other area trails.

Lawful and his wife Helene have been married for 30 years and have two adult sons.

“I have the experience to provide good stewardship for road ahead,” Lawful said. “There are over $138 million in planned projects to add to and improve South Suburban facilities in the next five years. Appropriate oversight relies on solid project management and planning skills, which I have developed in my private sector career.”

Lawful can be reached at dave@ davelforsouthsuburban.com, 303-8082353, or his website: davelforsouthsuburban.com SEE CANDIDATES, P7

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Jeff Monroe Jeff Monroe worked for 30 years in auditing, budgeting and forensic accounting. He has served on finance councils at local churches, where he applied for grants, conducting and organiz- Monroe ing fundraising efforts and designing surveys. Monroe and his wife have volunteered in marriage ministry for 35 years. Monroe and his wife have been married for more than 40 years, and have four children and nine grandchildren. They have used South Suburban facilities and programs since 1975.

“South Suburban Parks and Recreation District needs strong leadership in the budgeting and financial areas,” Monroe said. “Planning is essential to ensure that our district can continue to provide the excellent programs already in place and to add programs as needs arise. As your representative, more emphasis will be put into increasing affordable programs for all age groups. Within current resources, using proper budgeting and planning, we can maintain and continue to improve our existing facilities, parks, trails and recreational activities for everybody to enjoy. If we use financial .constraint we can add new programs, facilities and trails without asking for

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increases in taxes.”

Monroe can be reached at jeffmonroe303@gmail.com or 303-773-0834.

Dan Purse Dan Purse is a small business owner. He is the junior varsity hockey coach for the Heritage High School Eagles, and a lifelong hockey player.

Purse was born in Toledo, Ohio and graduated from Cherry Creek High School Purse in 1975. He and his wife Anne raised their two children in Centennial and attended many school board meetings. Purse said he uses South Suburban facilities regularly, walks his dog along the High Line Canal and serves as a hockey coach.

“We who reside within the SSPR district are afforded the opportunity to recreate in and on a collection of parks, recreation centers, pools, ice arenas and trails which are second to none in the metro area,” Purse said.

“Serving on the board of directors of SSPRD represents an opportunity to help shepherd South Suburban Parks and Recreation into the future, providing a lifetime of recreational choices for SSPRD residents and guests. As a lifelong ice hockey player and coach, I am very interested in being involved as SSPRD begins the process of replacing the South Suburban Ice Arena with a new state-of-theart facility.”

Purse can be reached at danannepurse@gmail.com or 303-880-6436.

Susan Pye Susan Pye is a recently retired international telecommunication technical trainer, who trained staff in countries worldwide. She currently works part time at IKEA. She is the chair of the Centennial Senior Pye Commission and does outreach for the Mobility Ambassador Program, Koelbel Library’s Care Café and Enrichment Committee. Pye is an ambassador for Active Adults Programs and Services. In past years she has volunteered for Project Cure and Developmental Pathways and served as an advisor for Centennial’s Youth Commission. Pye’s recreational interests include walking with her family and rescue dog Bianca, as well as soccer, baseball, football, dance and yoga. Pye and her husband Randy have been married for 39 years and have a daughter and two grandchildren.

“I believe that my leadership experience and my financial, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills will all be of value on the board in serving our residents,” Pye said.

“As I seek one of your three votes in this election, I’m honored to be endorsed by a number of south metro leaders, one current and several former South Suburban board members, and numerous fellow volunteers and citizens with whom I have worked over many years.”

Pye can be reached at skypye@comcast.net or 720-261-6671.

Tom Wood Tom Wood has worked in engineering and construction for 38 years. Wood holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Pennsylvania State University.

He is a senior member and past chairman of the Wood Centennial Open Space Advisory Board, and a member of the SSPRD Master Planning Community Advisory Committee, the Gold Medal Planning Committee for Parks and Trails, the Arapahoe County Water and Wastewater Board, the Centennial Board of Adjustment, and his homeowners association. He has held roles including soccer and lacrosse coach, YMCA leadership volunteer, Citizens Emergency Response trained neighborhood volunteer and graduate of Centennial 101. Wood’s recreational interests include hiking open space parks, greenbelts and the High Line Canal. He enjoys fishing and kayaking the South Platte River and Cherry Creek Reservoir. Wood and his wife have three children.

“I want to be a board member for SSPRD because I know that I can make a difference,” Wood said. “New bonds and lots of funds have been raised recently for major multi-year building efforts and I think that someone with my specific background and experience can really help. I was directly involved in the SSPRD master planning efforts for the last several years and want to see it done right.””

Wood can be reached at wood3069@ comcast.net or 303-721-8412.

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April 20, 2018A

Forums offer chance for discussion on mental health Events are being held in conjunction with Colorado Community Media’s series ‘Time to Talk’ STAFF REPORT

Colorado Community Media, in partnership with Douglas County Libraries and the Douglas County Mental Health Initiative, will present a series of public forums, “Time to Talk,” on mental health in Douglas County.

The first forum, April 26, will feature keynote speaker Andrew Romanoff, CEO of Mental Health Colorado, who will focus on mental health and youth.

Free to the public, the forum will be

held at the Lone Tree Library, 10055 Library Way in Lone Tree, from 7 to 9 p.m.

Romanoff said he is eager to join this conversation in Douglas County and grateful for the opportunity.

“For my family—like thousands of others—access to mental health care is literally a matter of life Romanoff or death,” Romanoff said.

“Each year, more than one million Coloradans experience a mental health or substance-use disorder, yet only half get the care they need. We ought to expand coverage, reduce costs and shatter the stigma that still stops so many people from seeking mental health care in the first place.

During the forum, Romanoff said he will focus on the value of prevention and early intervention.

“Allowing a decade to pass between the onset of symptoms and the arrival of treatment is a recipe for disaster,” he said.

The two-hour forum will also feature Kristen Torres, a Colorado State University student and a local high school graduate, who will share her personal mental health story about depression and how those struggles led her to become a mental health advocate and stigma fighter.

Another guest speaker is a student leader from Chaparral High School who will talk about her three-year struggle with an eating disorder and how she has learned to realize her strengths to live a healthier life.

To sign up for the free event, visit dclibaries.org. For more information on the “Time to Talk” series, visit the website at coloradocommunitymedia. com/TimeToTalk.

The forum is one part of an in-depth

project on mental health issues in Douglas County. The eight-part series focuses on the state of mental health and how it is affecting youths, seniors, families, workplaces and the law enforcement system.

“One in five people in the U.S. live with some form of mental illness,” said Ann Macari Healey, executive editor of CCM. “That means we all most likely know someone experiencing that challenge. As a community, it’s important not only to understand the struggles with empathy and caring — and without judgment — but also to provide connections to resources and be an advocate for programs and laws that support mental health programs. We hope that our series and forums on the state of mental health in Douglas County will help extend the conversation in a way that makes a positive difference in our community.”

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Burning ban issued in Arapahoe County, including Centennial STAFF REPORT

The Arapahoe County sheriff has issued a ban on all open fires and open burning in unincorporated Arapahoe County, which includes Cherry Creek State Park, and in the City of Centennial. The ban is in effect until the order is formally rescinded or temporarily suspended by the sheriff.

The existing dry conditions present an extreme danger for the possibility of wildfire and large wildland fires, according to a news release from Arapahoe County Sheriff David C. Walcher.

Items prohibited include all fireworks; campfires; charcoal fueled fires; warming fires; fires in fire pits or fire grates in camp, picnic grounds and recreation sites; fires in outdoor wood burning stoves (chimney sparks or embers); and prescribed burning of fence lines, fence rows, fields, farmlands, rangelands, wildlands, trash and debris.

Violators could face fines of $500 for a first offense, $750 for a second offense and $1,000 for third and subsequent offenses.

The following are exempt from the ban:

C-470 FROM PAGE 4

Sellers said the express lanes will be the innermost lanes of the highway, so crews are currently progressing on adding outside lanes to the highway that will become general purpose lanes. At its widest, the highway will go from its current four lanes to seven.

The new lanes are about three-quarters finished, Sellers said, and traffic will be shifted onto them as they’re completed to allow crews to work on the express lanes.

Crews are about halfway finished building noise walls that will line about three miles, or roughly a quar-

A crew with Castle Rock Construction lays concrete along a new lane on C-470 just west of University Boulevard.

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• Charcoal-fueled grills and pits used for cooking or warming food, which do not produce or emit sparks or embers when used.

• Propane/LP/natural gas fueled fire pits that do not produce or emit sparks or embers when used.

• Fire set by any federal, state, or local officer, or member of a fire protection district in the performance of an official duty.

• Public fireworks displays supervised by appropriate firefighting/ public safety personnel and supported by adequate equipment assigned to be on the scene of such permitted public displays.

The Arapahoe County and City of Centennial Open Burning Ban is implemented as result of discussions between Walcher, area fire chiefs, the board of county commissioners and the City of Centennial.

ment of highway every day, according to CDOT, with volumes projected to increase 40 percent by 2035.

“This project will help tremendously with congestion,” Sellers said. “More people are moving in all the time, and more homes and businesses are lining that corridor. Once the express lanes are open, people can choose if they want that trip time reliability.”

The project seems to be going smoothly, said Roger Partridge, a Douglas County commissioner who was an instrumental part of the coalition of municipalities and counties that pushed for the project.

“I hear from the travelling public that people are mostly surprised by how well the project and traffic are moving,” Partridge said.

Douglas County ponied up $10 mil-

lion of the project’s $276 million cost.

An additional $110.6 million came from state and federal funding, with the balance coming from loans that will be paid off with toll revenue.

The decision to make the new lanes tolled was the result of resident surveys, Partridge said.

“We did phone polls that asked if people thought the project was necessary, and the answer was overwhelmingly yes,” Partridge said. “The funding just wasn’t there to make all the new lanes general purpose, so we asked people if they wanted to see a new sales tax, gas tax, or toll lanes, and toll lanes won.”

Partridge said the goal is to use variable tolls to ensure that traffic on the express lanes is always moving at 45 mph or faster.

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April 20, 2018

South Metro dispatcher helps deliver baby by phone

Mother and father pulled over in Centennial as birth approached

BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

It’s a call dispatchers don’t get every day.

Just after 9 a.m., a mother and father pulled their car over in a parking lot off East Smoky Hill Road in Centennial to dial 9-1-1 — the mother was in labor, and Angie Schell, a lead dispatcher for South Metro Fire Rescue, took the call.

She provided instructions to help the mother along as paramedics responded. Minutes later, they helped deliver the baby boy — his head was visible and delivery was underway as paramedics arrived. His first cry came

moments later. The mother and baby were transported to Parker Adventist Hospital shortly after.

Schell, who has been a lead dispatcher for South Metro Fire for about eight years — and a dispatcher in general for 17 — had never taken a call in which she’s helped deliver a baby before, although she’s taken several calls that were close.

“It’s usually either several minutes before the baby is born,” where “contractions are far apart and the ambulance is able to get there,” Schell said. “Or they say, `My wife just had the baby.’”

Schell’s training prepared her to give specific instructions to help mothers in labor with the process, but when a call comes in, there’s no telling where the situation will be on the timeline, she said.

“I thought it would be (a) long time before the ambulance would get there, like normal,” but the father said the

“It was nerve-wracking, but exciting.”

Angie Schell Dispatcher, South Metro Fire Rescue

mother was having a contraction, Schell said.

She felt good to be able to help, despite the stress.

“It was nerve-wracking,” but it was exciting, Schell said.

The April 10 call at 20209 E. Smoky Hill Road came during National 911

Telecommunicators Week, and the baby’s delivery happened just before the clock struck 9:11 a.m. — delivery occurred at 9:10:59 and the baby’s cry was noted at 9:11:02 — according to a news release by South Metro Fire.

The week celebrates telecommunicators like Schell, who work around the clock, ready to respond in their areas.

“We’re the only civilian dispatch in Colorado that does 24-hour shifts — we sleep here, we eat here. It’s like a second family,” said Schell, noting that South Metro Fire’s dispatchers are civilians, rather than firefighters.

The baby-delivery call was an exciting moment for those in the office, Schell said.

“When the call was over, we were all able to high-five as a team,” said Schell, adding that it’s nice to have a good call in a profession that’s known for the opposite.

“Calls like this really make a huge difference for us,” Schell said.

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From right to left, Centennial City Councilmembers Ron Weidmann and Tammy Maurer, and Arapahoe County Commissioners Nancy Sharpe and Kathleen Conti, at the Centennial State of Our City event April 12. The audience at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver Tech Center hotel included leaders from several governmental agencies and businesses.

ELLIS ARNOLD

FROM PAGE 5

underway, residents were excited for the opportunity “to create a different vision of government that continues to drive Centennial,” Piko said.

“This is us leading in ‘Smart City’ initiatives,” Piko said, like the city’s transportation systems and fiber backbone.

The City of Centennial announced its membership in the Colorado Smart Cities Alliance Sept. 25. It’s a partnership of public, private and academic institutions that includes 12 cities working to make life easier along the central Front Range: Arvada, Aurora, Denver, Centennial, Greenwood Village, Littleton, Lone Tree, Boulder, Longmont, Westminster, Fort Collins and Colorado Springs.

They plan to share best practices with each other through the alliance.

At the time, Piko said all the cities are in the situation of managing growth, and Centennial can’t widen its roads

more than they already are — finding solutions to growth will be a task the alliance tackles.

Trailing across town This year, the city will work toward finalizing the design for the East/ West Trail, a gargantuan path that’s expected to stretch from the area of E-470 and East Arapahoe Road all the way to South Broadway in the northwest corner of the city. It will connect trails from the High Line Canal to Piney Creek trails.

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VOICES Something rings true about conversation without phones

I

had lunch with Mark, a good friend, someone I have known for 30 years, an important Colorado QUIET artist, and the witti- DESPERATION est man this side of New Smyrna.

We met at a Littleton restaurant and reminisced for two hours.

Not once, not a single time, never, and not at all did he check his messages, Craig Marshall make a call, take a call, or tap away on a Smith phone.

I am not even sure if he brought one into the restaurant with him in the first place.

Not once did he say, “I need to check

my messages,” or, “I have to make a call.”

Without cellphones, it left us with this: an in-person, personal conversation.

Meanwhile, all around us, others were on the phone, their voices loud enough to be heard from here to sundown.

“Yeah, Bill, right, can’t make it buddy. Gout.”

And, “No, no, don’t call me at home when she’s there.”

It was just the two of us. No outsiders.

We talked about Little League baseball. He couldn’t hit, and it stemmed from a single incident when his team went to the batting cages and the pitching machine bloodied a kid ahead of him in the line.

The kid screamed.

He never saw the kid afterwards, but he saw a bloody towel.

It put fear into him that followed him throughout Little League.

My own experience was the opposite. I led the league in hitting.

But then, at age 13, my eyesight changed, and I didn’t tell anyone. I didn’t want to wear glasses. But it meant I didn’t make the high school team.

If Norman Rockwell were alive, I’m sure he would illustrate a series of Americans on cellphones, in restaurants, grocery stores, art museums, and everywhere else.

The Masters golf tournament organizers, bless them, prohibit “cellphones, beepers, and other electronic devices on the grounds at all times.”

Oh, and “weapons of any kind (regardless of permit).”

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Pick Blosten for board Charlie Blosten is a candidate for the May 8 South Suburban Parks and Recreation District’s Board of Directors election, and we wholeheartedly endorse him because we believe he has the experience to make sound decisions for the future of the SSPR District.

During our many years serving on the City of Littleton staff with Charlie, we observed first-hand his creative problem solving and his ability to work closely with other governmental agencies, citizens, businesses and fellow employees to get things done.

As public works director, Charlie managed his department’s annual $25 million budget and 65 employees.

His responsibilities included acquisition of open space and trails, such as South Platte Park, Lee Gulch and others. Charlie worked closely with the SSPRD staff and understands the workings of the district. He knows how important the board’s role is to ensure that our parks, recreational facilities and programs are properly maintained now and in the future.

Charlie is a visionary. He initiated the Littleton Community (City Ditch) Trail, and saw it through to completion, involving negotiations with the railroad, Englewood and others.

Charlie values family traditions. The Candlelight Walk and Tree Lighting on Main Street in downtown Littleton was another of his inspirations, a holiday festivity that has thrilled thousands of families for 34 years.

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Charlie is passionate about maintaining SSPRD’s parks, facilities, programs and open spaces par excellence.

He is a team player and will be a positive addition to the SSPRD Board.

Lorena Donohue Past Littleton Museum deputy director Centennial Dawn Shepherd Past Littleton Housing Authority director Littleton Betty Mulvey Past assistant to the city manager Littleton Vote Barrett for SSPR board I have known Pete Barrett for almost 30 years. Pete is an outstanding individual who is and has been a strong supporter of the district. We have worked together on many projects on behalf of South Suburban where Pete has demonstrated his good judgment, work ethic and character over the years and will continue to do so if our voters choose to elect him to the board.

As a former chairman and board member, I know the kind of caring, commitment and work required from an individual who serves on the board.

Pete Barrett will get the job done and I urge you to vote for him in the upcoming election.

Jim Ryan Centennial SEE LETTERS, P16

S

I’m sure phones still ring.

Some forget. Some think they are special.

I’m retired with no family, and I have few friends. Of course, I don’t need a cellphone.

Others have good reasons to communicate constantly. Don’t you?

But I overhear things I wish I weren’t overhearing. And it’s loud.

Remember “boom boxes”?

People complained. There were fights on buses.

“Turn it down.”

“Sez who?”

Now it’s not loud music we overhear.

If I encounter someone who is talking without regard for those around him, I might begin to talk out loud nearby.

SEE SMITH, P16

When we choose to win, that’s a good-news story

o how are you doing with the news these days? Maybe like some of my friends you just stopped watching or listening, thinking there is no place where you can go WINNING to find the truth.

Nowhere to hide.

WORDS As much as we might like to think or believe that the news and those who write the news are biased, we also must give consideration that maybe, just maybe, what they Michael Norton are reporting on is true. I say this because I am one of those people reporting the news, aren’t I? My column appears each week in this paper.

By the way, I love this paper, and I love our community.

So maybe what I write about is somewhat biased. Maybe what I write about has a slant toward the positive, the awesome, the wonderful, and the fantastic parts of our lives. Maybe what I write about pushes aside the negative, gives airtime to optimistic thinking, and

focuses only on the good. Is that so bad? I ask you, is that so bad?

I mean, here you are reading this column, and you have probably read it before. You already know that the winning words that I focus on each week carry with them our hopes, our dreams, our wishes, and our goals as a community. I choose to write about the good, the pure, the positive, and the powerful things in life, and in turn you choose to read about it each week. We have an awesome relationship.

It’s when we turn our attention to the other things in life that we start to stumble and fall. Dr. Denis Waitley says it this way, “The difference between the thinking of people who believe they can win and those who already accepted defeat, is that the winners never stop seeing the winning.” That’s right, no matter what we see or read about that can influence our thought process and belief system, it can never undermine our commitment and resolve to win in the face of any challenge or adversity.

Have you had enough? Do you watch or read the news with worry, doubt, and fear? Well if you do,

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o anyone who follows the news, it would appear the industry itself is under attack.

Whether claims of “fake news” leveled by the president or cuts to already lean newsrooms, newspapers and media organizations are now in the rare position of making headlines.

The most recent round GUEST of layoffs at The Denver COLUMN Post led to that paper’s editorial board pubLisa lishing a rebuke of its Schlichtman hedge-fund ownership, which on April 8 became a Page 1, above-the-fold story in The New York Times.

The Post’s editorial, which ran under the headline, “News matters: Colorado should demand the newspaper it deserves,” was courageous and serves as a rallying cry for journalists around the country and in our own state who fear for the future of their profession — and, more importantly, fear for the future of our democracy if the newsroom cuts the industry has seen over the past quarter century (when one in every four positions disappeared) continue.

News organizations now find themselves thrust squarely in the middle of a public debate over the value of news and the role newspapers play in the communities they serve.

It’s a conversation that every newspaper needs to have with its readers, community leaders and its supporters

and detractors, and the Colorado Press Association wants to be the catalyst behind that public dialogue.

That’s why the CPA, in partnership with the Colorado Broadcasters Association and the Colorado Media Alliance, is sponsoring the first-ever Colorado Journalism Week April 16 to 22.

The purpose is to celebrate and honor the hard work and ideals of Colorado’s working press and to shed light on what is perhaps the most significant challenge our news organizations have ever faced.

The power of community newspapers, whether publications that are monthly, weekly, daily or online only, is often best demonstrated when journalists hold our public officials accountable and demand that government business be conducted openly and transparently.

According to industry research, about 85 percent of what could be called “accountability journalism” is produced by newspapers.

In turn, news organizations must hold themselves accountable to standards of fairness, objectivity and accuracy to earn and retain the trust of readers.

Especially in the era of “fake news,” it’s critically important for journalists to be above reproach.

In addition to fulfilling that watchdog role, newspapers also serve their communities when they publish stories that would go untold unless reporters pursued them — stories that shed light on compelling issues such as drug addiction, poverty and crime, stories that provide readers with information about how their taxes are being spent or how a bill in the state Legislature will affect their healthcare options.

And then there are those humancentered stories that reveal the fabric of our communities — stories about the independent business owner who is working hard to keep the doors of his store open as more and more customers are lured to shop online, the teenager born to an immigrant family who overcomes great odds to earn

a full-ride college scholarship, the cancer survivor who sets out to climb every fourteener in Colorado.

This list of stories simply highlights the content journalists produce every day in communities across Colorado — communities lucky enough to still be served by a local newspaper.

And the question I find myself asking, especially during a week that is dedicated to Colorado’s working press, is this: If not for local journalists, who would be writing these stories?

It’s a question that reinforces the value of community journalism.

Newspapers exist to inform and educate citizens about what’s occurring in their local communities, and on our best days, the stories we tell ignite change and spark public debate.

This week, we honor the people behind the bylines — the journalists SEE NEWSPAPER, P24

What in the world is going on here?

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irst quarter 2018 is in the books. Now it is time to assess some of the significant economic changes worldwide and what that may mean for investors.

First, let’s take a FINANCIAL quick look back at last quarter. It seems STRATEGIES the magic finally broke. Where we saw virtually no volatility during all of 2017, February and March had significant market fluctuations around the globe.

Why did this occur?

There are many Patricia Kummer reasons, but we will highlight some of the basics here.

Last year investors enjoyed a steady increase in most stock values fueled largely by increased corporate earnings and the expectation of tax reform.

Now we are dealing with new uncertainties.

The stock market does not like surprises, so the current number of topics that are up in the air is unsettling, to say the least.

1. The Fed is tightening money supply as part of their monetary policy plan. While this is not unexpected, investors, already jittery from recent market fluctuations, are hoping the Fed doesn’t upset the apple cart and

raise rates too much too quickly or not enough to prepare for the potential end of the business cycle.

2. Fiscal policy on the other hand is moving in the opposite direction, where the recent tax law change is designed to stimulate the economy. This is usually something we would see in the first half of a recovery, not the last half where we are currently perceived to be according to Bill Greiner, chief investment strategist with Mariner Wealth Advisors.

3. Monetary policy worldwide is also moving in the opposite direction currently than the United States.

The European Central Bank (ECB) is continuing with Quantitative Easing while the U.S. is tightening.* 4. Trade tariffs have certainly rattled the equities markets recently as they bring more uncertainty. How will China respond? Already as of this writing we are seeing Chinese tariffs imposed on some U.S. exports. Could this hurt the agriculture business here at home? This also seems to be leading into more of a political stance and possibly national security issues with allies receiving special exemptions to the tariffs. President Trump is identifying allies (Europe, Canada, Mexico) and targeting China and Asia in general. The next agenda item could be intellectual properties and theft, which could cost up to $600B per SEE KUMMER, P24

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SMITH FROM PAGE 14

Sometimes I correlate with the conversation, and sometimes I recite something, like a little Kafka.

No one notices.

I have met others for lunch who were “out to lunch.”

On the phone all the time, and our conversations were clipped and compromised.

A story might get started, and then get cut off.

“Sorry. Mind if I answer this?”

(YES.) Mark told a wonderful story.

He is from Wisconsin.

It was a 60-mile trip from his hometown to Milwaukee, where the Braves played in County Stadium.

The first time he walked through the tunnel to the stands, and saw everything — the field, the players — in color, he couldn’t believe his eyes.

He had always watched the Braves on a black-andwhite television.

Mark told a wonderful story from start to finish.

There were no interruptions.

Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident.

He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast. net.

NORTON FROM PAGE 14

please take a moment and give yourself, as Zig Ziglar says, “A check-up from the neck up.” Begin each day reading the news, the good news, and focus on the positive. This newspaper you are reading right now carries more information that is relevant to our daily living than any national newspaper or television network can provide. We have moved beyond acceptance of what the world says, and have moved into what we can decide, think, and control in our own lives.

There is that ad that calls to us all, “Think Globally and Act Locally.” Acting locally to me means our family,

our friends, our neighbors, and our community. What is happening here, right within our homes and right within our hearts, is what matters the most.

So how about you? Do you agree or disagree that what is most important happens right between our homes and our hearts? Or do you view our responsibility differently? Either way I would love to hear all about your story at gotonorton@gmail.com. And when we can see past the influence of others and focus on what is most important, it really will be a better than good week.

Michael Norton is a resident of Castle Rock, the president of the Zig Ziglar Corporate Training Solutions Team, a strategic consultant and a business and personal coach.

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Blosten the right choice We are truly fortunate in having Charlie Blosten running for the board of directors of South Suburban.

Knowing him for over 30 years as the director of public works for the City of Littleton and as a personal friend, I can attest to his unwavering integrity and dedication to our suburban quality of life, not to mention his career-long advocacy for parks, biking and walking trails, and open space. I would encourage you to spend a few minutes on May 8 at one of our South Suburban recreation centers to cast a vote for Charlie Blosten — a candidate ideally prepared for this position.

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Last year the Colorado Sierra Club hosted its first Earth Day event at the Colorado Capitol, and will be hosting another event this year on April 21. The event is an opportunity for people with a passion for protecting the planet to get active and learn about sustainable living.

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Earth Day events encourage activist attendees Cities offer education on sustainable living options

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here’s a lot that separates and divides people, and it seems like the list is ever-growing — everything from religion to politics and economic status. But there’s one thing everyone has in common — everybody lives on the same planet.

Keeping the Earth strong is of vital importance, and in the decades since Earth Day was first created in 1970, the need to protect the planet has only grown.

Area celebrations have also grown.

Lakewood’s annual free Earth Day Celebration is bigger than ever this year.

The Anythink Library on York Street in Thornton is hosting a special Tween STEAM Club virtual reality Earth Day event. The Colorado Sierra Club is organizing a gathering at the state Capitol for the second year in a row, and Greenwood Village’s Curtis Center for the Arts is hosting an art exhibit centered on the sustainability of the planet’s environments.

In other words, Earth Day has become a celebration and call to action for everyone, everywhere. Because the planet’s health affects everyone.

“We want to bring the voices of the

RECYCLE YOUR ELECTRONICS The Denver Metro Association of Realtors, in partnership with Rocky Mountain E-Waste, is hosting five electronic drop-off sites that are free and open to the public from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on April 21.

Items can be dropped off at the following locations: 4601 DTC Blvd., No. 100, Denver, CO 80237 950 Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood 840 Kinner St., Castle Rock 1870 W. 122nd Ave., Westminster, 1700 E. Louisiana Ave., Denver For more information, including what items are accepted, visit www.dmarealtors.com/ewaste-recycling-day. community together,” said Hillary Larson, communications coordinator with the Colorado Sierra Club. “It’s important because we know that so much environmental injustice happens in places where residents’ voices aren’t heard.”

At 9 a.m. on April 21, the Sierra Club will host an event outside the state Capitol, featuring yoga, live music by the Broadcast, an opening ceremony by Four Winds Native American Council, and guest speakers including Olympic gold medalist and coach Justin Reiter, Tay Anderson and Colorado state Rep. Joseph Salazar.

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EARTH DAY EVENTS PLANNED IN THE AREA ON APRIL 21 Denver State Capitol 200 E. Colfax Ave. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.sierraclub.org/colorado Greenwood Village Curtis Center for the Arts 2349 E. Orchard Road 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.greenwoodvillage.com/ culturalarts Lakewood Lakewood Heritage Center 801 S. Yarrow St. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.Lakewood.org/EarthDay Westminster Barnes and Noble 9370 Sheridan Blvd.

11 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.stores.barnesandnoble. com/store/2718 Westminster Center Park 4801 W. 92nd Ave. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. www.cityofwestminster.us/ specialevents For other events in the area, visit www.eventbrite.com/d/co-denver/earth-day-events.

o many artists first discovered their talent and passion for the arts in school. That might have been in the arts module during elementary school, or maybe a ceramics class in high school.

That was certainly the case for Christopher Nelson, who got his COMING rst taste of the art ATTRACTIONS fiworld when he had work displayed in the Arvada Center as part of the Jeffco Schools Foundation High School Art Exhibition.

“I had several great teachers in middle and high school who pushed Clarke Reader for me to get past my personal barriers as an artist,” Nelson remembered. “Some of my defining moments happened around this time, and getting my work displayed at the Arvada Center was a major experience for me.”

Green Mountain High School graduate Nelson is part of the foundation’s show again, but this time, he’s got his own exhibit.

For the 47th year, the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., is hosting the Jeffco Schools Foundation High School Art Exhibition, through May 13. Nelson’s exhibition “Shapeshift” is the Alumni Exhibition, and Roy Anneberg’s “Juxtapimages” is the Teacher Solo Exhibition. The student exhibit this year features more than 400 works from 23 Jeffco high schools, all located in the center’s 6,000-square-foot Main Gallery. Students have created work in a variety of mediums, from traditional painting and photography to 3D printers and sculptures.

A current art teacher at Lakewood’s Carmody Middle School, Anneberg’s exhibit is culled from a variety of mediums, including drawing, collage, acrylics, oils, mixed media, digital imaging, and even ceramics.

As an artist, Nelson explores the process of creation and textures of materials. He said he blends methods like sculpting and painting, and he created a lot of new pieces specifically for the exhibit. He thoroughly enjoys the process, and focuses on putting himself into each piece.

“I don’t work on a piece if I’m not feeling it. That doesn’t mean I have to be enjoying the process, but I have to feel something,” he said. “Being a part of this show is unlike any other for me. I don’t know how this experience can be topped.” For information, visit SEE READER, P27

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Young Artist Award goes to flutist from Golden

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lutist Megan Doyle, a senior at Golden High School, has been named the 42nd Annual recipient of the Denver Concert Band’s Young Artist Award and will perform SONYA’S “Concertino for Flute Op. 107” by SAMPLER Cecile Chaminade with the DCB at 2 p.m. April 28 at Lone Tree Arts Center. She will be awarded a scholarship check for $2,000 and said she hopes to “become a band director and my passion Sonya Ellingboe share for music with the next generation.”

Concertmaster Ken Kopatich and his wife, alto sax player Jo Ellen Kopatich, oversee the contest. The 90-member band, directed by Jacinda Bouton of Lone Tree, is in its 58th year and rehearses at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree, where the concert will take place. Tickets: 720-5091000, lonetreeartscenter.org.

New art technique Artist/teacher Victoria Kwasinski, of Denver, will present a one-day workshop for members and guests of the Heritage Fine Arts Guild of Arapahoe County from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 5 at First Presbyterian

Englewood’s Deadliest Disaster” will be presented twice on April 30 by David Gilbert and Reed Underwood: 2:30 p.m. at the Englewood Public Library, 1000 Englewood Parkway, and 6:30 p.m. at Brew on Broadway, 3445 S. Broadway, Englewood. Alexander Industries’ signature product was the Eaglerock airplane, and 11 people died when two explosions started a disastrous fire at the factory, which was located on the site that now holds the King Soopers at Englewood Parkway and Broadway.

Admission to the presentations is free.

Flutist Megan Doyle, a Golden High School Senior, is winner of Denver Concert Band’s annual Young Artist scholarship Award.

She will perform at Lone Tree Arts Center on April 28.

COURTESY PHOTO Church of Littleton, 1609 W. Littleton Blvd. She will feature painting with watercolor pencils and watersoluble graphite — tools ideal for plein air painting and/or travel.

Many different results are possible with this versatile technique. Registration is required: $35 members, $50 non-members (Membership costs $40 per year). Registration forms and supply list at heritageguild.com/membership.html.

Englewood Historic Preservation Society “The Alexander Blast: 90 Years Since

Jazz orchestra “The Duke, The Count and Stevie too!” The Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra returns to Lone Tree Arts Center for a concert at 7:30 p.m. May 11. Featuring vocalist Heidi Schmidt and music by Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and new arrangements of Stevie Wonder tunes, according to leader Art Bouton of Lone Tree. Tickets start at $24, 720-509-1000, lonetreeartscenter. org.

‘Save the Music!’ fundraiser From 6 to 8 p.m. May 3, the Hank Trot Jazz Trio will perform at “Pizzza With A Purpose,” a scholarship fundraiser for Castle Pines’ Art and Cultural Foundation’s “Save the Music!” program, benefiting the Colorado Chamber Orchestra’s Elementary Instrumental Music Program which serves Douglas County elementary musicians. On May 3, California Pizza

Kitchen at Park Meadows, 8343 S. Park Meadows Center Drive, will give 20 percent of your check to the Save the Music program. Includes dine-in, takeout, catering and all beverages.

720-873-0400. Find a related flyer or tell the restaurant you’re participating.

Valorie Snyder student show Littleton painter/teacher Valorie Snyder, who instructs beginning to advanced classes at Arapahoe Community College, also holds an intermediate/advanced painting class on Tuesday afternoons at the Cliff Austin Studio at Woodlawn Shopping Center (west end of the center, 1500 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton). An exhibition of their work will be held April 28 (2 to 6 p.m.) and April 29 (2 to 5 p.m.).

Information: valorie@snyderstudio. com, 303-347-9940. Snyder exhibits her own paintings at the recently opened ROX Gallery at Aspen Grove Shopping Center.

Community dinner A free community dinner is offered from 6 to 7 p.m. April 24 at First Presbyterian Church of Littleton, 1609 W. Littleton Blvd. The April menu, according to Lynda Kizer, will be a taco bar, a repeat of last year’s popular dinner, with accompaniments: green chili, chicken casserole, black and pinto beans, fresh fruit and hand-held desserts. No reservations required.

Information: 303-798-1389.

Littleton church staging big weekend of entertainment Music, theater, art all set to blossom in three-day event

BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

In the late 1990s, active, creative members of Littleton United Methodist Church collaborated on starting up an ongoing gift to their community that has enriched cultural life for

members, of course, but also for anyone interested in a few hours of free music, theater or visual art, either singly or — in the case of the weekend of April 27, 28, 29—all of the above.

Church members and Hendry some audience donations support an ongoing series of SEE FESTIVAL, P20

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IF YOU GO The 2018 program for the Littleton United Methodist Church Art Festival. Events held in the Fellowship Hall in the church at 5896 S. Datura St., Littleton.

April 27: 6:30 p.m. Art show opens with reception. 7:30 p.m.: Performances of “Prodigal Daughter” and

“Tell Me another Story, Sing Me Another Song.”

April 28: 7 p.m. Arts Show opens. 7:30 p.m.: performances.

April 29: 8 a.m. Art Show opens. 8:30 and 11 a.m.

Worship services with members of the Littleton

Symphony joining the choirs of the church to lead in festival services.

The festival will close with a 2 p.m. performance of both plays.

Information: 303-7946379, www.littletonumc. church.

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‘Sully’ to headline Centennial Airport’s 50th ‘Miracle on the Hudson’ pilot will speak at benefit for local aviation, aerospace programs

BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

He’s a renowned pilot and graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy. He’s been an “aviation and safety expert” for CBS News. He’s one of the 2009 TIME 100 most influential people in the world.

And he’s speaking at the 50th anniversary celebration at Centennial Airport. Originally the Arapahoe County Airport, it’s a place Capt. Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger became Sullenberger acquainted with nearly five decades ago.

“When I entered the U.S. Air Force Academy, I already held a commercialpilot certificate that I had earned while still in high school,” said Sullenberger, a Texas native. “During the Thanksgiving weekend of my freshman year, I traveled to the Arapahoe County Airport to fly a Cessna 172 to get some flight time and maintain my piloting skills. I flew an hour-long flight that day. Over my four years at the academy, I had occasion to fly into (the airport) a few times.”

It was early in his decades-long career in flight, but Colorado left an impression on the now-influential author and speaker.

“Colorado has always been a special place for me,” said Sullenberger, who

flew into Centennial Airport for the first time since the early 1970s last August for a speech in Keystone.

Now, he’s coming back again for the airport’s anniversary luncheon May 25 at the Denver Marriott Tech Center to share his credo of “leadership by personal example.” He’ll talk about the life lessons that prepared him to handle the historic moment when he saved 155 lives on a flight that landed in the Hudson River.

On Jan. 15, 2009, Sullenberger lost thrust in both engines on US Airways Flight 1549 and led his crew to safely execute an emergency water landing on the river in New York. Sullenberger and the crew garnered widespread acclaim for their actions, including the passage of a congressional resolution in their honor.

The crisis came to be known as the “miracle on the Hudson” and inspired the 2016 motion picture “Sully,” in which Tom Hanks portrayed Sullenberger.

For Sullenberger, coming back to Centennial Airport to talk about leadership seemed natural.

“Leadership is something that I have thought about and worked on my whole life, so it is an obvious good fit,” said Sullenberger, who served as a fighter pilot for the Air Force from 1975-80.

In a changing commercial-aviation industry landscape — Boeing in 2017 estimated an industry need for about 1.2 million pilots and technicians over the next 20 years worldwide — Sullenberger’s speech comes at a time when the future of the craft depends heavily on young hopefuls for pilot and technician positions.

“Aviation has become much safer, more routine and more efficient, but fewer young men and women are choosing that path,” Sullenberger said. “I am encouraging people to rediscover aviation as a way of having

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The event will be held 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, May 25 at the Denver Marriott Tech Center at 4900 S. Syracuse St. in Denver.

Individual tickets are $250 each. Table sponsorships, beginning at $3,000, are also available. Proceeds go to benefit the Centennial Airport Foundation. Tickets can be purchased at bit.ly/SULLYmedia.

For assistance with tickets or sponsorships, contact 720-985-8580 or events@centennialairport.com. real adventures in real life and not just virtual ones.”

The Centennial Airport Foundation supports local STEM education and programs, particularly with an emphasis on aviation and aerospace. Since its founding in 2005, the 501(c)3 organization has provided more than $140,000 in grant and scholarship funds to local schools, colleges, universities and industryrelated charities — and all proceeds from ticket sales to the May 25 luncheon will go toward funding future scholarships.

“One of the ways we give back is through the Centennial Airport Foundation,” said Deborah Grigsby Smith, spokeswoman for the airport. The foun-

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free concerts of many sorts during each year, culminating in a festival featuring artworks by members and others in the community; a play presented each day by the Encore Players and a special musical event …

This April, a locally centered feature will be a one-act play, “The Prodigal Daughter,” written and directed by Lisa A. Hendry. She has performed in previous Encore productions and has been “writing, acting, making stories come to life through essays, a blog and a few short stories …” She says former play director Annawyn Shamas “brought me into it. She has been my mentor …”

Shamas is proud that the Encore Players, founded to give experience to older actors — or wannabe actors — is backing the new work.

Hendry had read a short story, “Prodigal,” by Joy Jordan-Lake, inspired by Luke 15:11-32 (parable of the prodigal son), in which a younger daughter acts up and leaves home, leaving a mother and older sister.

In 2006, she called the playwright to see about adapting it for the stage and got permission, so a preliminary 10-minute version was included in the celebration of Lent that year. The original story ended before the older daughter had her say, which did not quite satisfy Hendry, so she added that part as she enlarged on the tale. It is a witty exploration of irritations and mis-

dation, in collaboration with schools, STEM programs and some charities, “provides both financial and in-kind resources to increase public awareness of the general-aviation industry and the many contributions it makes to the state of Colorado.”

As a general-aviation airport with no scheduled commercial-airline traffic, the projected personnel shortage doesn’t affect Centennial Airport directly, but the airport is a “component in helping fill that gap,” Grigsby Smith said.

“We’re home to five very active flight schools that have a very longstanding relationship with Metropolitan State University’s department of aviation and aerospace science,” Grigsby Smith said. “Many students going through the professional pilot program there come to Centennial (Airport) to complete their flight training.”

The airport’s executive director, Robert Olislagers, reflected on Centennial Airport’s growth as an influential part of the south Denver metro area.

“From humble beginnings in 1968, Centennial Airport has grown to become one of the most respected, premier business airports in the nation,” Olislagers said. “More importantly, the airport has proven itself as an integral part of the economic success of the Denver south metro area, and being able to celebrate 50 years of aviation excellence with Captain Sullenberger, who exemplifies excellence in aviation, is a fitting tribute to not only the airport, but to all who have made our success possible.”

understandings between a mother and daughter. Love and compassion breaks down walls.

Donna Smith, a Littleton native and longtime member of Encore and other theater and music groups, had played the mother in 2006 and “kept bugging me” about extending that early piece, said Hendry, the wife of former senior pastor Richard Hendry.

In addition to the production of “Prodigal Daughter,” Annawyn Shamas and her daughter, Ellen Shamas-Brandt, will read a related short play: “Tell Me Another Story, Sing Me Another Song”

by Jean Lenox Toddie. Cast members include Richard Hendry as Narrator and Susan Sitter, Deirdre Martinez, Kathryn Lichlyter, Rick Barber, Gary Troutman, Carolyn Hinkley, Angela Wells and Cynthia Davis.

Lisa Hendry, who grew up in a rural town in Indiana, said she is the youngest of three sisters who “all teach and do creative things in different ways.”

The oldest is a dance teacher, the middle one, “an Energizer bunny,” including the Peace Corps in her experience. “I had big shoes to fill … It was so humbling to hear actors say your words,” she recalls about rehearsals. Tears ensued … with director and actors.

Next project: Hendry needs to get her script published, so other churches can use it. She also volunteers at the Littleton Museum, as an interpreter at the 1860s cabin, has recently become a board member of the active Friends of the Littleton Library/Museum and is a substitute teacher in the Jefferson County Public Schools.

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South Suburban to develop aquatics master plan A master plan is being developed to evaluate aquatics facilities and programs offered by South Suburban Parks and Recreation, and to ensure the district meets the needs of the community and remains a top provider of such offerings.

The community is being asked to provide feedback at public meetings, via an online survey or by filling out a paper survey. Access the online survey at www.surveymonkey. com/r/SSPRaquatics, or pick a copy up at any of the district’s recreation centers through May 15.

Public meetings will be led by Counsilman-Hunsaker, the consultant working with South Suburban.

The meetings begin with a 30-minute presentation, followed by Q&A sessions.

The schedule for meetings is: • 6 p.m. April 24 at Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave., Littleton • 7 p.m. April 25 at Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 S. University Blvd., Centennial • 6 p.m. April 26 at Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 RidgeGate Circle, Lone Tree.

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Through the process, South Suburban will address aging infrastructure and prioritize upgrades and/or future projects to reinvest in the community. The district also will review changes in local demographics and meet with the community to gather input on the diverse aquatic needs of its residents.

Upon completion, the Aquatics Master Plan will be incorporated into South Suburban’s Master Plan, which was developed in 2017. While that plan was being developed last year, one of the top 10 opportunities identified by residents was aquatics upgrades.

Swimming is one of the most popular activities for residents; however, three of South Suburban’s outdoor pools built in the 1960s do not meet current industry standards or the functional needs of the community. An assessment of both the physical and functional aspects of each pool will be made, with recommendations on repairs or replacements for each facility.

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Uber stepping up its background checks for drivers Changes come after incidents that hurt reputation of ride-sharing company

BY TOM KRISHER ASSOCIATED PRESS

Uber will start doing annual criminal background checks on U.S. drivers and hire a company that constantly monitors criminal arrests as it tries to do a better job of keeping riders safe.

The move announced April 12 is one of several actions taken by the ride-hailing company under new CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, who said that the changes aren’t just being done to polish the company’s image, which has been tarnished by driver misbehavior and a long string of other embarrassing failings.

“The first thing that we want to do is really change Uber’s substance, and the image may follow,” he said in an interview with The Associated Press. “The announcements that we’re making are just a step along the way of making Uber fundamentally safer for drivers and riders.”

Other safety features include buttons in the Uber app that allow riders to call 911 in an emergency, as

well as app refinements that make it easier for riders to share their whereabouts with friends or loved ones.

Since it began operating in 2009, Uber has been dogged by reports of drivers accosting passengers, including lawsuits alleging sexual assaults. Last year the company was fined $8.9 million by the State of Colorado for allowing people with serious criminal or motor vehicle offenses to work as drivers.

The Public Utilities Commission said it found nearly 60 people were allowed to drive in the state despite having previous felony convictions or major traffic violations including drunken driving.

Khosrowshahi, formerly CEO of the Expedia travel booking site, replaced hard-charging co-founder Travis Kalanick in August and faced problems almost from the start.

Most recently, he has had to grapple with his company’s autonomous vehicle program after one of its SUVs struck and killed a pedestrian last month in Tempe, Arizona.

Khosrowshahi said the company’s exponentially fast growth prevented steps like the annual background checks from being done sooner.

“I can’t change the past, but I can change the things that we do going forward,” he said.

Uber does 15 million trips per day worldwide, and its drivers “reflect

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several weeks to become active, will roll out first in the U.S., then move to other countries. Riders will see a shield that they can touch, sending the app to another screen with safety tips, instructions on how to easily share ride information with others, and a button to call 911. When the 911 button is pressed, riders will immediately get their location to relay to dispatchers, helping riders traveling in unfamiliar areas.

Uber has been testing its new features with Denver’s 911 system, which automatically sends the rider’s location, as well as driver and car information, to the dispatch center. Uber says location information from smartphones is better than what’s used by 911 centers, which rely on triangulation off multiple cellular telephone towers.

Evelyn Bailey, executive director of the National Association of State 911 Administrators, said there’s no proof yet that smartphones provide closer location information than wireless carriers, but it’s under study by the Federal Communications Commission. She said Uber’s two-step calling through the app may not be intuitive for people, and she would prefer they call 911 with the keypad.

She also said Uber’s system has great potential, although she would like to see test results before passing judgment. “If in fact it does deliver what it promises, then that could be very beneficial to the calling public,” she said. “But if it doesn’t, then I think that’s a problem.”

Uber says people can always call 911 from the keypad.

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the good and the bad and the random events of the world,” Khosrowshahi said.

It was bad policy for Uber to do just one background check for drivers and never follow up, said Thomas Mauriello, a senior lecturer of forensic science at the University of Maryland and former Defense Department agent who was involved in background checks. But he sees the changes as positive, potentially catching bad behavior after a driver is hired on.

“Any check is better than no check,” he said. “Nobody should think that any check they do is going to be 100 percent foolproof and get all information.”

Some governments now require background checks after drivers are hired, but the company’s policy makes it uniform nationwide, Uber said.

Uber will conduct its annual background checks through a company called Checkr starting in the next few weeks.

It still does not intend to do FBI fingerprint background checks, saying its check of court records and other databases is robust, fair and “stacks up well against the alternatives.”

A company, which Uber would not identify, has been hired to continually check arrest data, and that also will begin in a few weeks, Uber said.

Mauriello says that may be true because the FBI database includes only felonies. Many sex crimes and traffic violations that could disqualify driver candidates are misdemeanors and not in the database, he said.

The app changes, which will take

The lineup for Hudson Gardens’ summer concert series spans seven decades of American music and encompasses a range of influences including R&B, reggae, pop/rock, country, Southern rock, and more.

Tickets go on sale April 23 and are available exclusively at www.altitudetickets.com. Prices and showtimes vary. For information, go to www.hudsongardens.org or call 303-797-8565.

Hudson Gardens & Event Center is at 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton.

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‘Sisters of Swing’ is sweet trip back in time Andrews Sisters inspire play that delights Littleton audiences

IF YOU GO “Sisters of Swing” plays through May 6 at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St. in downtown Littleton. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays; 2 p.m.

Sundays plus April 21 and 6:30 p.m. on April 22. Tickets range from $24-$40, with 10 seats at $10 available an hour prior to each published curtain time, on a first-comefirst-serve basis. Townhallartscenter.org; 303-794-2787, ext. 5.

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One settles into a seat and immediately focuses on the appealing stage, framed by an oversize suggestion of a brightly lit theatre marquee, as Littleton’s Town Hall Arts Center presents “Sisters of Swing.” The marquee curves cozily around the six-piece band, led by music director Donna Kolpan Debreceni on the keys.

A screen above that marquee carries projections of 1930s and 1940s vintage images — mostly single photos, but with some old film clips included — all cleverly tied into the story/song at hand. A nice extra production touch to bring the audience into the scene.

In front of the bandstand is a small stage and mic for the vocalists, ready to send music out there — to concert, studio and radio audiences and to troops everywhere …

Minnesotans LaVerne, Maxene and Patty Andrews started traveling in the early 1930s and singing their close harmony arrangements of songs by many writers that were arranged for the Andrews Sisters. “Three Little Fishes” is first to draw the audience

The Andrews Sisters sing with Bing Crosby on a radio program: Scott McLean, Crosby; Ellen Kaye, Patty; Alison Mueller, Maxene; Katrina Kuntz, LaVerne—the Andrews “Sisters in Swing” at Town Hall Arts Center.

PHOTO BY BECKY TOMA into a different world with Katrina Kuntz as LaVerne, the eldest; Alison Mueller as Maxene; and Ellen Kaye as live-wire Patty. Next comes “Dinah.” (“Is there anyone finah …”) Act I ends with “Beer Barrel Polka,” with efforts to polka confined by the small space.

Three men appear as different characters in the sisters’ stories: Scott McLean (Man 1); Zach Stailey (Man 2); and newcomer Mark Snyder Jr. (Man 3).

The sisters win a contest and shortly

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afterward are left stranded on tour by a dishonest manager, who ran out of money. Some sisterly feuding ensues over sweater ownership and shoes, but they soon get the act together and hit it big time. “Bei Mir Bist Du Schon” (“Means That You’re Grand”) was their first major hit in 1937 and they continued through the 1940s, including another major 1941 hit of “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” (an especially nifty band arrangement). They prevailed, with better management and increasing maturity, although squabbling eventually led to a breakup.

During World War II, they entertained troops near and far, well and wounded, showing great patriotism and empathy as they traveled, including one eight-week tour.

Costumes, by widely experienced Linda Morken were carefully conceived for the period and cleverly designed for a number of quick changes

— sometimes before our eyes. The men were more conservatively clad — aside from McLean’s goofy number in “Rum and Coca Cola!”

In addition, I’ve enjoyed reading the program about who wrote what — and when. All by different writers, with permission received on each — I can only imagine what a headache that must have been at first, when this musical was written by Beth Gilleland and Bob Beverage, with musical arrangements and continuity by Raymond Berg, based on an idea by original director Ron Peluso. “I’ll Be With You in Apple Blossom Time” and “Count your Blessings” are in the public domain, but each of the remaining songs had to have reproduction permitted by assorted publishers and recording companies …

Not a concern of the happy and nostalgic Town Hall audience, however.

The show is a tightly and imaginatively directed look at who we were some decades ago. Nick Sugar’s spoton direction and choreography carries talented performers through a body of music that’s part of our history as a nation. And that band is a delight to hear and watch! (Debrecini, keyboard; Jon-Paul Frappier, trumpet; Rob Olds, trombone; Mark Nepi, drums; Bob Rebholz, reeds; Mary Stribling, bass.)

I’m certain my advanced age — I was a teen and dancing to that music once — added to my enjoyment, but it goes well beyond that in appeal.

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Social Introduction to Square Dance class offered from 7-9 p.m. Mondays at Grandview Grange, 2280 Noble Place, Centennial. Visit www.SquareDanceEtc.com.

Knitted Knockers: 2-4 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month at Piney Creek Yarn, 15422 E. Orchard Road, Centennial. Group connects volunteer knitters and crocheters with breast cancer survivors to provide free knitted knockers. Piney Creek Yarn is an affiliated store with KnittedKnockers.org, which provides approved yarns and distribution of knockers. Contact Mary Turek at 303-9955906 or visit http://www.facebook.com/ GreatKnockersAgain.

Newcomers Club of Centennial, for people new to the area, meets regularly for parties, classes, movies, lunches, coffees and more.

E-mail newcomersdenver@msn.com.

MOPs (Mothers of Preschoolers) meets from 9:15-11:30 a.m. on the first and third Fridays of each month at Our Father Lutheran Church, 6335 S. Holly St., Centennial.

Child care is provided on-site for children ages birth to 4 years. The first meeting is free. Come enjoy breakfast, support and encouragement, and meet some new friends.

Call Holly at 303-249-3633.

OPOCS Singles Club, ages 55-plus, meets all

around the metro area. Meet new friends.

Sign up and receive a monthly newsletter that lists all monthly activities. Contact JoAnn Cunningham, membership chair, 303-751-5195, or Mary Riney, president, 303-985-8937.

Original Ports of Call Singles Club for ages 55 and older is a great way to meet new friends and get out among others in your situation! We call our selves a” Circle of Friends. We have a variety of interests, cards, theater, tours, dinners, lunches, golf , bowling and dances etc. It meets every second Monday at Sr. Ric on Miss. from 4-6 p.m. in Aurora. Call JoAnn at 303-7515195 or just come. It meets every fourth Tuesday at Chads South of Sixth Avenue in Lakewood form 4-6 p.m. Call Mary Riney at 303-985-8937. The third Wednesday at the Three Margaritas at 5130 S Wadsworth Blvd from 5-7 p.m. Call Jean Fox 303-730-2804.

Panorama China Painters This is a handpainted china club. If you have ever painted china or want to learn more about it, come visit the club. For more information, call Leota at 303-791-9283. The club meets from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every third Thursday at Castlewood Library, 6739 S. Unita St., Centennial.

Ports of Call Singles Club, 55 Plus Social hours take place from 4-6 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at 3 Margaritas in Lakewood (contact Carol at 303-389-7707), and the fourth Tuesday of each month at Chads in Lakewood (contact Darlene at 303-233-4099).

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

Ranch Raconteurs Toastmasters. Learn to improve your personal and public speaking skills, listen effectively, develop leadership abilities and build your confidence in a fun, supportive environment. Group meets at 6:55 p.m. every Thursday at the Eastridge Recreation Center, 9568 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Visitors welcome. Contact Debbie Fuller at vpm-873616@toastmastersclub.org.

The Rotary Club of Centennial, meets for breakfast from 7-8:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Embassy Suites Hotel, 10250 E Costilla Ave, Centennial. Professional men and women come together to provide local and global humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards, build goodwill and peace in the world. First meeting is complimentary. For more info: www.bestrotary.com or call John Gile at (303)523-9998, or email john_gile@ comcast.net.

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year in lost revenue.* 5. Mid-cycle elections for the House and Senate will occur this year. This could be a catalyst for significant changes in leadership, which could create even more uncertainty.

So, market volatility has returned.

Investor sentiment is showing disfavor with the trade tariffs and concerns about possible retaliation, rising prices and potential economic slowdown. In addition to any new surprises, we are also facing the inevitable end of the current economic recovery cycle. Even though this has been a very slow and longer-than-average recovery since the Great Recession, it will eventually come to an end.

Many analysts agree the end is not imminent; however, we are likely well past the halfway mark.

Therefore, investors may look worldwide for continued diversification where other countries are still in the growth pattern of their recovery.

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Sound of the Rockies, Colorado’s Premier Men’s A Cappella Chorus, meets every Thursday from 7-10 p.m. at Shepherd of S the Hills Lutheran Church, 7691 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Men of all ages and walks of life gather to blend their voices in unaccompanied four part harmony.

Song styles span the gamut and include patriotic, gospel, contemporary, doo-wop and show tunes. For more information, call Dan George at 303-663-7111, send an e-mail to sing@soundoftherockies.com, and visit www.soundoftherockies.com.

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Southglenn Sertoma Club meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month at the Southglenn Country Club, 1489 E. Easter Ave., Centennial. Contact Terry Boucher at 303-880-7559 or bouchertp@ aol.com.

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Regardless of whether you are a nervous or a well-seasoned investor, these times may call for a professional review of your current portfolio based on changes in the economy and A marketplace but most importantly, potential changes in your personal financial plan. * Bill Greiner, Mariner chief investment strategist: advisors call March 23, 2018 and Washburn University A lecture Patricia Kummer has been an independent certified financial planner for 31 years and is president of Kummer Financial Strategies LLC, a Registered Investment Advisor in Highlands Ranch. Kummer Financial is a sevenyear 5280 Top Wealth Advisor. Please visit www.kummerfinancial.com for more information. Any material discussed is meant for informational purposes only and not a substitute for individual advice.

reporter an email thanking them for what they do.

More importantly, you can also show your support for journalism by reading the paper each day, paying for a subscription, taking out a classified ad and supporting the advertisers who recognize the newspaper as the best means for generating commerce in local communities.

News is not free, but it’s worth every penny.

Lisa Schlichtman is editor of the Steamboat Pilot & Today and president of the Colorado Press Association board of directors.

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South Suburban Chapter 3838 of AARP meets the third Tuesday of each month at St. Thomas More Center, 8035 S. Quebec St., Centennial. Meetings start promptly at 1 p.m.

Speaker, refreshments and social hour make it enjoyable. Come and learn about the everchanging medical laws; keep up on senior scams and frauds. All are welcome. Contact Gail Marsh at 303-797-9251.

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

Contact Leigh Miller at 720-272-2853.

SSTM Public Speaking Club: 7-8:30 a.m.

Thursdays at Toast, 2700 W. Bowles Ave., Suite B, Littleton. All ages and all walks of life with the common goal of becoming a more effective communicator. Meeting cost includes breakfast. First-time guests are free.

Contact millerleigh13@gmail.com.

Queens of Spades Garden Club meets at 1 p.m. the first Friday of the month at various locations in Centennial and Littleton. Call Lynn at 303-347-1765.

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1106 meets 9 a.m. the first Saturday of every month at the South Metro Fire and Rescue Building, 9195 E. Mineral Ave., Centennial.

Call 303-859-8867 or see www.vva1106.org.

Support Find AA If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours. More than 1,000 AA meetings are offered in the Denver area every week. If you think you may have a problem with alcohol, come see us. To find a meeting near you, call 303-322-4440, or go to www.daccaa.org.

Adult Children of Alcoholics/Al-Anon, for those who love someone with a drinking problem, meets Mondays from 5-6 p.m. at Lord of the Hills Church, 21755 E. Smoky Hill Road, Centennial.

Affordable Colleges Online has created a guidebook to help women find and secure

financial aid. The guide includes a collection of scholarships for women, including due dates and award amounts; insight into the financial aid application process; and other funding opportunities, such as industryspecific scholarships and funding for special groups. The guide is available online at http://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/ womens-guide-paying-for-college/.

Alzheimer’s Association Caregivers’ Support Group meets one mile north of Park Meadows in Centennial, on the first Thursday evening of each month from 7-9 p.m. Support, discussion, and care giving strategies and resources are shared in a confidential setting by family members and friends of those having Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. The group meets at the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, 8545 E. Dry Creek Road, one block west of Yosemite/Dry Creek intersection. Contact Sue at 720-201-9358 or Deb at 303-549-1886 for more information.

Colorado Symphony Guild, Highlands Ranch/Lone Tree chapter, meets at 1 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, Room 212, 8817 S. Broadway, Highlands Ranch. The group is the largest support group of the Colorado Symphony. Contact 303-3082462, admin@coloradosymphonyguild.org or www.coloradosymphonyguild.org.

Compulsive Eaters Anonymous HOW, a 12 step recovery program offering a structured approach for anyone who wants to stop eating compulsively, meets 7:30 p.m. Mondays and 9:30 a.m. Fridays at Our Father Lutheran Church, 6335 South Holly Street, Centennial. No dues, fees or weigh-ins.

For information, call Pat at 303-798-5075 or visit www.ceahow.org. It also meets at 9 a.m. Saturdays at All Saints Lutheran Church, 15625 E. Iliff, Aurora.

EMPOWER Colorado, South Metro Support Group for parents of children with mental illness. Learn how to handle mental health challenges within the family and how to collaborate with the school system. Find out how to access resources for mental health care services. E-mail listserv and educational classes are also available.

Meetings are from 6-8 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network, 155

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Free Healthy Community Dinner: 6-7 p.m. the last Tuesday of each month at First Presbyterian Church, 1609 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton. No reservations are required. Call 303-798-1389 or go to fpcl. org/dinner.

Narconon reminds families that abuse of addictive pharmaceutical drugs is on the rise. Learn to recognize the signs of drug abuse and get your loved ones help if they are at risk. Call Narconon for a free brochure on the signs addiction for all types of drugs.

Narconon also offers free assessments and referrals. Call 800-431-1754 or go to DrugAbuseSolution.com. Narconon also can help with addiction counseling. Call for free assessments or referrals, 800-431-1754.

Overeaters Anonymous meets from 10-11 a.m. and from 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays in the Sedalia Room at New Hope Presbyterian Church, 2100 Meadows Parkway, Castle Rock.

Peripheral Neuropathy Support Group The Denver Branch meets from 3:30-5 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of every month at Christ Church United Methodist, 690 Colorado Blvd., Denver; parking and entrance in the back. For information about the Denver Branch meetings, call Dorothy Miller at 303814-2112 or email dorthy_miller@hotmail. com.

Sky Cliff Center Caregiver Support Group: 10-11:30 a.m. the third Tuesday of each

month at 4600 E. Highway 86, Castle Rock.

Caregiving for adults can be challenging at times, and you’re not alone. For information, or to let the center know if you’re coming, call 303-814-2863 or email skycliffctr@ skycliff.org. Go to www.skycliff.org.

Sky Cliff Center Stroke Support Group: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the second and last Wednesday of each month at Christlife Community Church, 5451 E. Highway 86, Franktown (lunch provided). 10-11:30 a.m. the third Wednesday of each month at Sky Ridge Medical Center, 10101 Ridge Gate Parkway, Lone Tree. Call Sky Cliff Center at 303-814-2863.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS): 9:3010:30 p.m. Saturdays at Wolhurst Adult Community Clubhouse, 8201 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Real people. Real weight loss. Affordable, effective weight-loss support. Try it free. Call 720-202-4568.

Call 800-923-8677 or go to www.tops. org.

Widowed Men and Women of America, Link 6, serving the Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree and Littleton areas, is a social group that offers a variety of activities for its members. Group meets for happy hour at 5 p.m. Tuesdays at the Salsa Brava, 52 W. Springer Drive, Highlands Ranch. Call Kay 303-749-0169 or Dorothy 303-484-8811.

Widowed Men and Women of America, Link 8: 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Las Brisas Restaurant, 6787 S. Clinton St., Greenwood Village. Features card and game groups, theater and concert events, outdoor activities, special dining and local sight-seeing.

Call Shirley at 303-741-5484. Serves the Centennial, Aurora, Greenwood Village, Parker and South Denver area.

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Elbert County Sheriff’s Posse: Supports the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office and the Office of Emergency Management with detentions support, patrol, administrative duties, event security, emergency services support, and call-outs as need arises.

Need: With proper training and clearances, volunteers help with patrol, fingerprinting, records keeping, community event security services, disaster response and management (wildfire, tornado, blizzard, flood, disaster relief, etc.).

Requirements: Must be 21 years or older; retired individuals are great. Must complete an employment application, pass a background check, and complete interviews. After being sworn in, in the first three months of membership, complete a minimum of 45 hours of orientation and training curriculum. After this 90-day probationary period, members must log a minimum of 10 hours of month and attend monthly training meetings. Persons ages 15-20, may join the Elbert County Sheriffs Explorer POST that is associated with the Posse.

Contact: David Peontek at djp1911@msn.com or 303-646-5456. Go to http://www.elbertcountysheriff.com/posse.html; print out and complete an employment application and turn it into the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office in Kiowa, “Attn: David Peontek.”

Contact: www.feedingdenvershungry.org or https://www.facebook.com/FeedingDenversHungry/

Feeding Denver’s Hungry: serves 800-1,000 people and families in need in lower downtown Denver.

Need: help distribute food the second and fourth Thursday of each month. Donation also accepted.

Global Orphan Relief: Develops and supports programs bringing light, comfort and security to orphans around the world.

Need: Super stars with website development, users of the abundant resources of social media. Those with great connection ability

Front Range BEST: Hosts free robotics competitions for middle and high school students.

Need: Volunteer judges for competions.

Contact: Tami Kirkland, 720-323-6827 or Tami.Kirkland@FrontRangeBEST.org Gateway Battered Women’s Shelter: Serves victims of family violence in Aurora and Arapahoe County.

Need: Volunteers help with crisis-line management, children’s services, legal advocacy, community education and other shelter services.

Donations: Also accepts used cell phones (younger than 4 years) to give to victims.

Mail to Gateway at P.O. Box 914, Aurora, CO 80040, or drop them off at Neighborly Thrift Store, 3360 S. Broadway, Englewood Requirements: Must attend a 26-hour training session; bilingual skills welcome Contact: Jeneen Klippel-Worden, 303-3431856 or jkworden@gatewayshelter.com Girl Scouts of Colorado: Youth organization for girls.

Need: Troop leaders, office support, administrative help and more Age Requirement: Men and women, 18 and older Contact: www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org, inquiry@gscolorado.org or 1-877-404-5708

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Visit www.IREA.coop/outage-center to sign up or learn more.

are needed to help with the development of the donor pool.

Contact: Those interested serving this faith-based Colorado nonprofit can contact Deitra Dupray, 303-895-7536 or dadupray@ comcast.net.

GraceFull Community Café: Provides a place in Littleton where people of all backgrounds can gather, eat well and be inspired to give back. Cafe is open for breakfast and lunch, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. A partner of the GraceFull Foundation.

Need: Opportunities for food preparation, guest service, cleaning and dishwashing.

Location: 5610 Curtice St., Littleton Contact: Sign up for volunteer opportunities at http://gracefullcafe.com/volunteer/ Habitat ReStore: Nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers.

Need: Volunteers for Wheat Ridge, Denver or Littleton Habitat ReStores, helping with the cash register, dock and warehouse floor Contact: 303-996-5468, email Alice Goble at Alice@habitatmetrodenver.org Highlands Ranch Community Association: Works with Therapeutic Recreation Program and Special Olympics.

Need: Volunteers to help teach classes, coach Special Olympics, provide athletes support during Special Olympics practices, assist with special events, and help participats succeed in the therapeutic recreation program.

Contact: Summer Aden, 303-471-7043 or www.hrcaonline.org/tr Hospice at Home Need: Volunteers help patients and their families with respite care, videotaping, massage and other tasks. Home study training is available.

Contact: 303-698-6404 Hospice of Covenant Care: Nonprofit, faithbased hospice.

Need: Volunteers to support patients and families Contact: 303-731-8039 Lone Tree Police Department Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS): Provides assistance within the Police Department in both Administrative and Patrol functions.

Need: Volunteers are needed to assist with many areas within the Police Department to include patrol functions, fingerprinting, and fleet maintenance.

Requirements: Must attend the Lone Tree Police Department Citizen’s Police Academy, and submit to a background check. Additional training is provided based on area of interest. Patrol volunteers must commit to a minimum monthly hour requirement.

Contact: Tim.Beals@cityoflonetree.com or 720-509-1159.

Lutheran Family Services: Cultural Mentoring Program: We welcome refugee families and help them adjust to their new home.

Need: People who can commit to working with refugees on skills for self-sufficiency and helping them learn about their new home.

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

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

Meals on Wheels: Delivers meals to residents in south metro Denver, including Littleton, western Centennial, Englewood, and parts of Jefferson County.

Need: Regular and substitute drivers, kitchen

and office volunteers.

Requirements: Drivers must be 18 or older and background check is required.

Contact: Complete application online at http://tlcmealsonwheels.org/apply/.

Neighbor Network: Nonprofit that helps older adults stay independent. Serves all of Douglas County.

Need: Volunteers who can provide transportation, light housekeeping, handyman and companion services to seniors.

Requirements: Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

Contact: 303-814-4300, neighbornetwork@ douglas.co.us or dcneighbornetwork.org.

Nonprofit Wildlife Group: Works to protect native wildlife in Greenwood Village.

Need: Volunteers help protect wildlife.

Requirements: Must work two hours per week, schedule flexible.

Contact: info@wildearthguardians.org Outreach Uganda: Empowers impoverished people in Uganda, especially women and children, to overcome poverty through income generation, education, training and other holistic endeavors.

Need: Volunteers weekly to provide office support with fair trade craft show preparation, mailings and miscellaneous office work.

Office hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday. Office located at 9457 S. University Blvd., Suite 410, Highlands Ranch.

Contact: Jennifer Dent, 303-683-8450 or office@outreachuganda.org.

Paladin Rescue Alliance: Christian non-government organization dedicated to rescuing human trafficking victims and building alliances to combat trafficking locally, nationally and internationally.

Need: Volunteers to help organize supplies; donations of supplies. All donations are tax-deductible. Needed items include cleansers, skin cream, ointment, disinfectants, dressings, bandages, rolls, sponges, pads, dressing tape, gloves, alcohol pads, asprin, Tylenol.

Age Requirement: All ages can participate.

Contact: www.paladinrescue.org; Paladin Rescue Alliance, P.O. Box 79, Littleton, CO 80160; 888-327-3063.

Parker Senior Center: Provides services to local seniors.

Need: Volunteer drivers to take seniors to the center for a hot meal, to appointments, to the grocery store, and more.

Contact: Louise West at 303-841-5370.

PeopleFirst Hospice: Denver hospice.

Need: Volunteers to provide companionship to hospice patients and their families.

Contact: Rachel Wang at 303-546-7921 Project CURE: Delivers medical supplies and equipment to developing countries around the world.

Need: Groups of 7-15 people to help sort medical supplies; those with medical/clinical backgrounds to become Sort Team Leaders; truck drivers to help pick up donations (no CDL required).

Age Requirements: Ages 15 and older (if a large group of ages 15 and younger is interested, we can try to accommodate different projects).

Location: 10377 E. Geddes Ave., Centennial Contact: Kelyn Anker, 303-792-0729 or 720-341-3152; kelynanker@projectcure.org; www.projectcure.org.

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Going mad on 4/20 at Equinox Theatre Over the past few years, Denver has become a hub for all kinds of 4/20 related activities. Some will leave attendees more fragrant than others, but a night at the theater is a pretty safe bet.

This year, the Equinox Theatre Company is bringing back Kevin Murphy and Dan Studney’s “Refer Madness: The Musical.” Performances will be held through April 28, with shows at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights at The Bug Theatre, 3654 Navajo St. in Denver.

Inspired by the infamous 1936 film of the same name, the musical comedy takes a satirical look at the uproar caused by clean-cut young people getting hooked on marijuana, which leads to the dangers of jazz, sex and fighting. Some of the hilarious tunes include “Down at the Ol’ Five and Dime” and “Listen to Jesus, Jimmy.”

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The day will also include a beer garden, children’s zone, vendors and local merchandise, as well as thousands of people passionate about protecting the planet and reaching a 100 percent clean energy future. Last year, attending exceeded 13,000, and organizers are expecting more on Saturday.

“There are a lot of things happening on a federal level that are really negative,” Larson said. “We want people to be reinvigorated and keep staying active, and that’s what we hope to inspire at the event.”

The organizers behind Lakewood’s annual Earth Day at the Heritage Center, 801 S. Yarrow St., event are also aiming for attendees to be activated by what they learn.

“By teaching sustainable living, we want Lakewood residents to be proactive about employing more environmentally friendly living options,”

Craig Robinson at Comedy Works It’s entirely possible you may not recognize Craig Robinson’s name when you see it on paper, but if you’ve been a fan of comedy movies or television shows for the past decade or so, you’ve had him on your screen. He was one of the secret weapons of “The Office,” and also starred in “Knocked Up,” “Pineapple Express,” and “This is the End.” He is currently fighting the supernatural on Fox’s “Ghosted.” Now Craig Robinson will be spending the weekend at the Comedy Works South, 5345 Landmark Place in Greenwood Village. He will be performing at 7:15 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday, April 13 and 14, and 7 p.m. on Sunday, April 15.

Audiences are guaranteed for an evening of laughs, and hopefully Robinson will get to showcase some said Senior Sustainability Planner Lynn Coppedge. “We want to expand people’s view of what sustainable living can be.”

Similar to the Sierra Club event, Lakewood’s, which runs 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 21, will feature live music. Local artists Scott Slay and the Rail, the Intuit Band, and Matt Rouch and the Noise Upstairs will join more than 50 vendors focused on climate change impacts, solar energy, bicycle safety, healthy eating, protecting wildlife, eco-shopping, recycled art, and locally grown food. There will also be an electric vehicle expo and sustainable backyard demo.

“Attendees can learn about everything from xeriscaping to caring for bees, chickens and goats,” Coppedge said. “It’s really important we have neighbor to neighbor interaction on issues like this, and creating these connections is one of our biggest goals.”

Greenwood Village is joining the festivities with an event of their own on April 21, but its Earth Day acknowledgment extends through the end of the month in its “Our Planet” exhibit.

This art piece is part of Greenwood Village’s “Our Planet” exhibit, on display through the end of April. There are 54 pieces on display, tackling everything from pollution and soil erosion to recycling and water usage.

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of his musical talents, because the man can sing. To get tickets, visit www.comedyworks.com/comedians/ craig-robinson.

The magic of Mozart’s flute The opera “The Magic Flute” was one of the last things genius Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart wrote before he died. The piece premiered on Sept. 30, 1791, and Mozart was gone

by Dec. 5 of that same year. Yet the show remains one his most wellknown and has inspired everything from literature to film. And now the Arapahoe Philharmonic is taking a swing at the work. “The Magic Flute” will be performed at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 22, at Fisher Auditorium on the Englewood High School Campus, 3800 S. Logan St. Founded in 1953, the Arapahoe Philharmonic is among the longestestablished continuously operating musical resources in Colorado. The orchestra’s musicians are volunteers with a core of compensated section principals who provide technical leadership and help ensure the performances are top of the line. For tickets and information, visit www. arapahoe-phil.org.

“A local artist named Bob Doyle reached out to us about doing a show based on sustainability,” said Chris Stevens, cultural arts manager at Greenwood Village. “The exhibit we set up allows artists to explore what’s happening and what might be done to address the sustainability of the planet.”

There are 54 pieces on display and

TRAINING The Aurora-South Metro SBDC helps existing and new businesses grow and prosper through workshops and consulting.

Clarke’s Concert of the Week — Big Thief at the Bluebird Last year, Brooklyn’s Big Thief released one of the most quietly devastating albums of the year with their sophomore album, “Capacity.” The group, made up of Adrianne Lenker (guitar, vocals), Buck Meek (guitar), Max Oleartchik (bass), and James Krivchenia (drums), created a sonic world of folk and rock full of warmth and stark melodies. All of this is anchored by Lenker’s songwriting, which is stunningly incisive and personal.

Audiences can hear Big Thief work their magic at the Bluebird Theater, 3317 E. Colfax Ave., at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 24. Lenker uses her songs to tell stories, and standout tracks like “Mythological Beauty,” exemplify what a startling talent she is. This is a show you really shouldn’t miss. Go to www. bluebirdtheater.net for tickets.

Clarke Reader’s column on culture appears on a weekly basis. A community editor with Colorado Community Media, he can be reached creader@ coloradocommunitymedia.com. they tackle everything from pollution and soil erosion to recycling and water usage.

No matter what event one attends, the goal is to come away eager to do their part for the planet.

“More than anything, I want people to become aware,” Stevens said. “We should all take action on behalf of Earth.”

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SBA Small Business Resource Fair * with Congressman Mike Coffman

Saturday | May 5th * 10:30 AM — 12:30 PM | FREE * Events during April 30—May 5:

www.coloradolendingsource.org/co-small-business-week

* Location: Arapahoe/Douglas Works!

6964 So. Lima St. (at Arapahoe Rd.) DMV Building | Arapahoe Room (near the flags)

* Register at Aurora-SouthMetroSBDC.com/training * Questions? (303) 326-8686

A nationally accredited program Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

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In 2010, Equinox presented the show, and brought it back in 2011 to sold-out shows. And since the Equinox is in its 10th season, the company is bringing back the first musical it produced as a company.

Tickets and information at www.

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THINGS to DO

THEATER

Sisters of Swing, Musical Revue: showing through May 6 at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St., Littleton. Shows at 7:30 p.m.

Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: 303794-2787 or townhallartscenter. org.

ART/CRAFTS

Sit-N-Knit: 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 25, Englewood Public Library, 1000 Englewood Parkway. Info: http://www.englewoodlibrary.org/

Teen Art Studio: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 28 (pastel) at Hobby Lobby, 10901 S. Parker Road, Parker. For students in grades 9-12. Registration required; go to www.parkerartistsguild. com/classes/youth. Contact judypendleton4@gmail.com.

MUSIC

Stratus Chamber Orchestra’s “Awakenings:” 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 27 at First Plymouth Congregational Church, 3501 S. Colorado Blvd., Englewood; and 7:30 p.m.

April 28 at Augustana Lutheran Church, 5000 E. Alameda Ave., Denver. Info: 303-388-4962 or www.AugustanaArts. org.

Douglas County Youth Orchestra Spring Concerts: 11:15 a.m. Saturday, April 28 at Christ’s Episcopal Church, 615 Fourth St., Castle Rock; and 2 p.m. Sunday, April 29 at New Hope Presbyterian Church, 3737 New Hope Way, Castle Rock. Go to http://www. douglascountyyouthorchestra. org.

FOOD/COOKING

Free Community Dinner: 6-7 p.m.

Tuesday, April 24 at First Presbyterian Church, 1609 W. Littleton Blvd. April menu is a requested repeat from last year: taco bar with beef tacos (plus all the accompaniments), green chili and chicken casserole, black and pinto beans, fresh fruit and handheld desserts. All are welcome to come and enjoy the meal and warm hospitality and no reservations are required. Call 303-798-1389 or go to fpcl.org/dinner.

READING/WRITING

Wednesday Book Club Buzz: 12:30-2 p.m. Wednesday, April 25, Englewood Public Library, 1000 Englewood Parkway. Book is “Between Shades of Gray,” by Ruta Sepetys. Info: http://www. englewoodlibrary.org/

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this week’s TOP FIVE DCHS Theater “Scapin”: 7-9:30 p.m. Thursday, April 19 to Saturday, April 21 at Douglas County High School, 2842 Front St., Castle Rock. Go to https://www.dcsdk12.org/school/douglas-countyhigh-school/. Tickets at the door only.

Photos of Old Havana: 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 24 at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton.

Denver art professor Tony Ortega, winner of the Governor’s Award for Excellence in the Arts, shares his artwork of the Cubano culture and traditions.

Time to Talk: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, April 26 at Lone Tree Library, 10055 Town Ridge Drive. Forum on state of mental health in Douglas County. Andrew Romanoff, CEO of Mental Health Colorado, is keynote speaker: “Breaking Down the Barriers.”

Info: https://www.coloradocommunitymedia. com/timetotalk/

Book Lovers: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 25 at Castle Pines Library, 360 Village Square Lane.

Registration required. Call 303791-7323 or go to dcl.org.

Six Word Story Contest: entries taken through May 15.

Nine cash prizes will be given out to winners in three age categories: adult (19-plus), teen (12-18) and children (6-11).

Awards will be announced at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 29 at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Enter at the library or online at https://bemis.ent.sirsi.net.

EVENTS

Learn About: Financial Fitness: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 21 at the Lone Tree Library, 10055 Library Way, Lone Tree. Ages 50-plus. Registration required; 303-791-7323 or DCL.org.

The Birds in Our Backyard: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 21, Centennial Center Park, 13050 E. Peakview Ave., Centennial. Earth Day celebration. Info: http://www. centennialco.gov/Things-To-Do/ Welcome Back Turkey Vulture Day: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 21 at Castlewood Canyon State Park, 2989 S. Highway 83, Castle Rock. Colorado State Parks pass required. Info: http://coloradocommunitymedia.com/stories/ welcome-back-turkey-vultureday,260164?preview_key=235c8 5f95d1fbe43e418c1c014fe4a5f& ts=1522904581 The Best Thing is Sliced Bread: 2-3 p.m. Saturday, April 21, Englewood Public Library, 1000 Englewood Parkway. Learn to bake bread. Info: http://www. englewoodlibrary.org/

Showtime on Ice: 7 p.m. Friday, April 27, 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, April 28; and 1:30 p.m.

Sunday, April 29 at South Suburban Ice Arena, 6280 S. Vine St., Centennial. Tickets: www.showtimeonice.com.

Parent-Child Art Class: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, April 28 at Hobby Lobby, 10901 S. Parker Road, Parker. For parents and children in grades 4-8. Topic is Have Fun Illustrating Food. Registration required; go to www.parkerartistsguild.com/classes/youth.

Contact judypendleton4@gmail.com

Recycle Your Bicycle: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 22 at Shea Stadium at Redstone Park, 3270 Redstone Park Circle, Highlands Ranch. Info: 303-7910430 or highlandsranch.org.

Project ReCycle will collect bikes and get them into the hands of those in need.

Craft Lab: Earth Day Master Gardener Talk and Activities: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, April 22 at James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Learn about selecting, planting and caring for trees and shrubs; guests (1 per family) will receive dogwood shrub seedling. Registration required; 303-791-7323 or DCL. org. Kids ages 4-12 can make chia seed pets. Library guests can view satellite images of Earth collected

by NASA over numerous missions.

No registration needed for kids and satellite activities.

Lifetree Café Discussion Group: 5-6 p.m. Monday, April 23 (Pass or Fail? The State of Education); Monday, April 30 (Emergency!

Make Room for God) at DAZBOG, 202 Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Call 303-814-0142. Go to LifetreeCafe. com.

Conversations Over Coffee: 10:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday, April 25, Englewood Public Library, 1000 Englewood Parkway. Info: http:// www.englewoodlibrary.org/ If you are experiencing homelessness or are interested in discussing social issues affecting the community.

Open to all.

Travel Club: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Thursday, April 26 at Lone Tree Library, 10055 Library Way. Registration required. Call 303-7917323 or go to dcl.org.

New Orleans: Biography of a City: 1-2 p.m. Thursday, April 26

at Castle Rock Senior Center, 2323 Woodlands Blvd., Castle Rock.

Active Minds program. Call 303688-9498.

Marketing Fundamentals: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, April 26 at Englewood Public Library, 1000 Englewood Parkway. Go to www. aurora-southmetrosbdc.com/ training Iceland: 10-11 a.m. Friday, April 27 at Malley Senior Center, 3380 S. Lincoln St., Englewood. Active Minds program. Call 303-7622660 to RSVP. Caddy Stacks and Life-Sized Games: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, April 27 at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Registration required. Call 303-791-7323 or go to dcl.org.

Monday Morning Links Ladies Golf League Kickoff Meeting: 10 a.m. Monday, April 30 at The Links Golf Course. Play begins May 7.

For applications and information, contact Sherrie Mitchell, 303-7994583 or mmlinksladies18@gmail. com.

HEALTH

Dentistry From the Heart: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 21 at Summit Family Dentistry, 5915 Zang St., Littleton. Free extractions, fillings or cleanings for adults without dental insurance or the ability to pay for dental care. Go to http://www.summitfamilydentistry.com or call 303-989-9010 Foothills Colorado Crop Hunger Walk: 1:30 p.m. Sunday, April 22, Clement Park. 5K charity walk provides food, water and education to those in need. All money goes to nonprofit food banks: Action Center of Jefferson County, Arvada Food Bank, Love, Inc. of Littleton, CWS Global, and The Sheridan Food Pantry. Go to www. crophungerwalk.org/littletonco Medicare Basics: 2 p.m. Monday, April 23, at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton.

Review the different coverage choices -- original Medicare, Medicare Advantage (Part C), Medicare supplemental (Medigap) insurance policies and prescription drug plans. Financial assistance, common Medicare terminology and more.

Dinner is Delivered, Heart Health Nutrition: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 25, at South Denver Heart Center, 1000 SouthPark Drive, Littleton. Learn what to look for in meal delivery services. To register: 303-7441065 or www.southdenver.com.

Prescription Drug Take Back Day: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 28 at Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Substation, 9250 Zotos Drive, Highlands Ranch. Info: 303-791-0430 or www.dcsheriff. net. Dispose of expired, unused and unwanted prescription and over-the-counter drugs.

EDUCATION

Booktopia Reading Celebration: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 28 at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock.

Registration required. Call 303791-7323 or go to dcl.org.

Learn About EMT Basic Certificate Program: 6-7 p.m.

Wednesday, April 25 at Arapahoe Community College, Parker campus. Classes offered at Parker and Littleton campuses. Info: 303-797-5238, emsacademy@ arapahoe.edu or http://www. arapahoe.edu/EMSAcademy.

Business Start-Up Basics: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Monday, April 30 at Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Go to www.aurora-southmetrosbdc. com/training

Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. To place a calendar item, go to eventlink. coloradocommunitymedia.com.

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VOLUNTEERS

Age Requirement: Must be 50 and older Contact: Denise Rucks, 303-921-8462 or drrucks@me.com. For other chapters, go to http://spellbinders.org/

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Red Cross: Supports the elderly, international causes and social services.

Need: Volunteers to provide support Contact: 303-607-4768 or 303-266-7855 Seniors’ Resource Center: Nonprofit onestop shop of community-based services and care designed to keep seniors independent and at home for as long as possible.

Need: Drivers to help transport seniors to doctor’s appointments, the grocery store, the hair salon and more. You choose the areas, days and times that work for you.

Seniors live in Adams, Arapahoe, Denver and Jefferson counties. Mileage reimbursement and excess auto insurance provided.

Drivers may use their own car or one provided by the center.

Requirements: Must be able to pass a background check (paid for by the center) and have a good driving record.

Contact: Pat Pierson, 303-332-3840 or ppierson@srcaging.org. Go to www.srcaging.org SMARTS! South Metro Arts Center Need: Help with public relations, marketing to public officials, fundraising, and special projects Contact: 303-790-8264 or gdnguy@ comcast.net Spellbinder Storytellers, Douglas County Chapter: Connects the generations through storytelling.

Need: Adults to tell stories to children in schools

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South Metro Medical Equipment Loan Closet: Loans durable medical supplies to those 18 and older in the South Metro area.

Need: Volunteers to help answer phones 2-3 times a month for a day. Calls are taken on your cell phone and you make the appointment at the convenience of you and the client to accept donations or hand out equipment Monday through Friday.

Requirement: Must be 18 or older; periodic training provided as needed.

Contact: Donna Ralston, 720-443-2013.

South Platte Park Need: Help with programs ranging from hikes, overnights, gold panning, sunset canoeing or HawkQuest events Contact: 303-730-1022 Sunset Hospice: Provides end-of-life support.

Need: Volunteer training is from 6-10 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesdays; they also meet from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every first and third Saturday Contact: Jami Martin at 303-693-2105 The Right Step Inc.: Therapeutic horseback riding program for children and adults with disabilities. Based in Littleton.

Need: Volunteers to help with horses before, during and after lessons, as well as to walk alongside clients as they ride to help keep them securely on their horses. Volunteers also needed to help with administrative tasks and fundraising.

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Requirements: Volunteers who help with lessons must be at least 14 years old and attend a three-hour training session.

Contact: volunteercoordinator@therightstepinc.org or go to www.therightstepinc.org.

Volunteer Connect: Brings organizaations in need of volunteers in touch with individuals looking for ways to help.

Need: help with nonprofit organizations in Douglas County Contact: info@volunteerconnectdc.org or www.volunteerconnectdc.org.

Volunteers of America, Foster Grandparent Program: Foster grandparents volunteer in early childhood centers and public schools focusing on literacy and numeracy for at-risk children and youth.

Need: Seniors on a low, fixed income who enjoy working with children. Volunteers work 15-40 hours a week.

Contact: 303-297-0408 or www.voacolorado.org.

YANAM2M (You Are Not Alone - Mom 2 Mom): Provides a safe, free place to connect with other moms of Highlands Ranch and be paired with another mom as a support person.

Need: Mom volunteers to be support people for other moms.

Requirement: Must be a mom who can be real and lend support to another mom.

Contact: Nikki Brooker at nikki@yanam2m. org or go to www.yanam2m.org.

Zuma’s Rescue Ranch: Provides care for rescue animals, including horses and farm animals, and rehabilitates them into forever homes.

Need: Volunteers from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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every day. Feeding and cleaning. Zuma’s also provides animal assisted therapy for at risk youth and their families; many of our once homeless animals have become amazing therapy partners helping kids and families.

Contact: www.zumasrescueranch.com AARP Foundation Tax-Aide: Offers free tax filing help to anyone, especially those 50 and older, who cannot afford a tax preparation service.

Need: Volunteers to help older, lower-income taxpayers prepare their tax returns.

Requirement: All levels of experience are welcome; training and support provided.

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SPORTS

Pole vaulting is challenging event to master

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Heritage runner Conrad Hendley (18) is slightly ahead of teammate Cory Kennedy early in the 1,600-meter run at the Pomona Invitational Track Meet on April 14 at Jefferson County Stadium in Lakewood. There were three heats of the race, and in the final results, Kennedy finished 27th and Hendley 38th in the field of 60 runners. The Heritage team finished 29th among the field of 33 teams at the meet.

TOM MUNDS

BY THE NUMBERS

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Runs in the sixth inning helped the Cherry Creek baseball team down Mullen, 15-11, on April 10.

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Runs scored in the bottom of the seventh as the Heritage baseball team edged Legend 6-5 on April 12.

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Different players (Juliana Gomez, Amelia McCarthy and Katie Collins) had hat tricks in Cherry Creek’s 21-0 girls lacrosse win over Overland on April 11.

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Ground balls won by the Arapahoe lacrosse team in a 13-0 win over Eaglecrest on April 14.

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Players on the roster scored at least one goal in Cherry Creek’s 21-0 boys lacrosse victory over Overland on April 11.

Standout Performers Nathan Mitchell, Cherry Creek The junior had a double, a home run and drove in six runs in the 15-11 baseball victory over Mullen on April 10.

Ryan Carlson, Arapahoe The senior had four goals and an assist in the 12-7 boys lacrosse win over rival Heritage on April 13.

Tyler Banks, Arapahoe The senior faced two batters and struck out one to pick up the save in a 7-6 baseball victory over Eaglecrest on April 10.

Ximena Hernandez, Englewood The sophomore had two goals and two assists for six points in a 7-1 girls soccer victory over Fort Morgan on Feb. 12.

Paul Schiebel, Littleton The junior pitched four innings of scoreless, two-hit baseball to earn the win in a 5-4, nine-inning contest against Wheat Ridge on April 9.

Hali Sibilia, Cherry Creek The senior had three goals and six assists for nine points in a 20-3 girls lacrosse victory over Mullen on April 13.

STANDOUT PERFORMERS are six athletes named from south metro area high schools. Preference is given to those making their debut on the list.

To nominate an athlete, contact Jim Benton at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com

oungsters take part in different sports growing up. Some sports turn out to be enjoyable and fun but others are avoided.

For me, track and field is a sport which I enjoy watching and I admire the competitors.

However, when you are small, slow and can’t jump, track isn’t an ideal endeavor.

Pole vaulting is one of the events at a track and field meet that most people like to watch, but it appears very difficult OVERTIME to do, especially after watching a practice session last week.

“I still question whether kids like pole vaulting or not,” said Legend pole vault coach Kevin Carberry. “It is very challenging. A lot of Jim Benton people like it because it looks neat, it looks cool but it is one of the more technical events.

“I say this not in a bad sense but anybody can go run. Don’t get me wrong, there is technique and there is improvement in running. Anybody can go long jump. You can’t just grab a pole and jump. There’s a little bit more to it.”

Pole vaulting can be scary. Sprinting down a runway, planting a large pole and vaulting 12, 13, 14, 15 feet in the air, turning over the bar and then coming down into the protective pads has built in dangers. Pole vaulters have often been called daredevils.

“You are running into a wall with a stick,” said Chaparral pole vault coach Tom Ellis.

Chaparral’s Justin Sandberg, who has the second highest vault in the state this season, hurt his lower back when he landed short on the pads near the pit during a practice session at the school on April 11.

Paramedics were called but he was transported by his dad for medical attention. Sandberg suffered no fractures and the measures were taken as a precaution at practice. He is expected to be compete this week.

“Yes, like all sports there can be risks,” said Ellis. “The entire pole vault community works hard to make it as safe as possible for athletes. The padding has got much better and bigger.

“All coaches are required to take online safety courses. The athletes are weighed in at meets and all poles are checked to meet the safety requirements for competition.”

Max Manson of Monarch has the state’s top vault for boys at 16-feet-10 inches. Sandberg is second at 15-2.

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April 20, 2018A

Boys volleyball seeks CHSAA sanction Sport is one of three being considered through two years of pilot programs

Bryan Lindsay sets the ball for his Castle View teammates during a recent boys volleyball match.

Boys volleyball is seeking to be a Colorado High School Activities Association sport and is listed as a pilot program for the next two years.

BY TOM MUNDS TMUNDS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

For more than 20 years there have been league competitions, tournaments and a state boys volleyball champion crowned, despite the fact the sport isn’t sanctioned by the Colorado High School Activities Association.

But that could change as boys volleyball, girls wrestling and unified bowling are CHSAA pilot programs for the next two years, to determine whether one or more of the sports should be sanctioned.

“The Colorado High School Boys Volleyball Association has been around for 21 years,” said Mike Prusinowski, association president.

“We started back then with nine teams. Now there are more than 50 high school boys volleyball teams around the state. Some schools consider boys volleyball a club sport and quite a few schools allow the teams to use the gymnasium.”

The association teams are designated 5A and 3A. The 5A teams are varsity level and the 3A is junior varsity level. The league also allows eighth-graders to join teams.

Most schools have at least a 3A and a 5A team. Some schools, like Cherry Creek, have a 5A team and two 3A teams.

Cherry Creek is a co-op program with Bruins players, players from

On campus: News and notes from local high school sports programs Arapahoe • Junior keeper Grace Cadorette made five saves as the soccer team blanked Cherry Creek 5-0 on April 12 to remain unbeaten in the past six games.

• The boys lacrosse team, unbeaten in four Centennial League games, was set to face Cherry Creek on April 18, and the rivalry between the schools was close, with each team owning six wins since records were kept starting in 2008.

Senior Lizzie Pierpont scored five goals and added two assists in the girls lacrosse 20-1 win over rival Heritage on April 14.

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Overland and Smoky Hill, as well as player from Kent Denver, schools that don’t have boys volleyball teams. Two guys who are home-schooled also are on the rosters.

“We have 32 guys on our teams,” Bruins coach Mike Degtis said. “The 5A roster includes guys who have been playing with us for two, three and even four years. We have a wellbalanced team that passes the ball well and we have some strong hitters at the net.”

He said the Cherry Creek teams like to play a fast-paced game and press the attack. The style of play has won the 5A team all six games they have played so far this season.

Castle View also has a co-op team with players from Castle View and Douglas County high schools, as well as a player from Lutheran High School and one player who is home-schooled.

“We have 25 players on the roster, so we have a 5A team and two 3A teams,”

• New football coach Rod Sherman was on hand the April 14 to watch some of the baseball game between Arapahoe and Cherry Creek.

• The baseball team, which dropped a 6-2 first-place confrontation to Cherry Creek on April 14, has a non-league date against Fort Collins on April 20 before meeting Cherokee Trail in another key league game on April 21.

Cherry Creek • Left-hander Quentin Parr and reliever Gabe Austin combined to throw a one-hitter in a 6-2 baseball victory over Arapahoe on April 14.

• Aumni Ashby won the triple jump with a 38-09 leap at the Pomona Invitational on April 14 and the Bruins captured the girls team title. The boys team finished second as Alex Argust won the won pole vault at 14-6.50.

• Senior Joseph Jang has the second best swimming time recorded this season in the 200 freestyle at 1:43.74.

He is also second in the 500 freestyle at 4:47.75 and fourth in the 100 freestyle at 47.12.

coach Kevin Cochran said. “This is the third year with the 5A team for six of our players. One player has been with us for four seasons and we have a freshman on the roster. We are playing well and we are 5-1 so far this season.

We are a balanced team with a strong attack and solid defense. We made it to state last year and our goal is to get there again.”

Heritage High School has a 3A and a 5A team, and the school opens the gymnasium to the teams when they play home games.

Hannah Eberle coaches the 5A Heritage Scarlet team.

“This is our second year, so we are young,” she said. “We have a 3A and a 5A team. Our guys are athletic and play hard. Some have never played competitive volleyball before so they are learning as they compete. I was pleasantly surprised that so many schools are competing in boys volleyball and I think it is great that the

Heritage • The baseball team posted two onerun victories to stretch its winning streak to seven in a row. The Eagles scored once in the bottom of the fifth to beat Rock Canyon, 8-7 , on April 11 and rallied April 12 for two runs in the bottom of the seventh to edge Legend, 6-5.

• Junior Chloe Schilling, the No. 2 singles tennis player, defeated Mountain Vista’s Amanda Pruitt 6-3, 6-4 on April 12 to improve her season record to 8-1. The Eagles have compiled a 5-3 dual-meet record so far this season.

Littleton • Nick Caswell continues to swing a hot bat, collecting three hits with three runs batted in during the Lions’ 6-1 baseball victory over Standley Lake on April 14. He improved

sport is seeking to be sanctioned by CHSAA.” She said she has 11 players on the 5A team and nine players on the 3A team. Five of the 5A players have been with the Heritage team since it was established last year.

Jordan Phung is a two-year veteran with the Heritage team.

“Both my parents played volleyball when they were younger and lived in Canada and they got me interested in the sport,” he said.

“Volleyball is fun and I really like that I have to jump a lot because I am pretty good at jumping and hitting the ball. When I go up to hit, I hit the ball as it sets for me and I always try to drive the ball hard to an open spot on the court.”

The senior said he likes playing volleyball and he hopes the sport is sanctioned by CHSAA and continues to grow.

The boys volleyball regular season begins in early March. Playoffs for 5A and 3A team begin in early May. The 5A teams are divided into the north and the south leagues. Based on league records, the top six teams in each league will advance to regionals held May 4 and 5.

There will be three teams in each of the four regions. The top two regionals finishers advance to the state playoffs that begin May 12 at a site that hasn’t been set yet. Ralston Valley won the state 5A championship last year.

The 3A teams are divided into four leagues — east, west, central and south. The top four teams advance to one of the four regionals. The top two teams in each region advance to state.

Vanguard won the 3A state championship in 2017.

his 4A Jeffco-leading batting average to .634.

• Seniors Matty Paredes and Liam O’Malley had four goals and five points, respectively, in a 13-4 boys lacrosse victory over Conifer on April 13 as the Lions won their second game in two starts in the 4A Foothills League. Paredes leads the league with 31 goals while O’Malley is tops in points with 42.

Englewood The girls soccer team has only two seniors listed on the 19-player roster this season and the young squad is gaining playing experience. Junior Yasmine Redondo scored three goals, sophomore Ximena Hernandez scored twice and had four points and junior Megan Trail had two goals and five points in a 7-1 victory over Fort Morgan on April 12. It was the Pirates’ eighth straigh win over Fort Morgan in eight girls soccer games played between the schools since 2008.

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April 20, 2018

Technique, work ethic propel throwers to next level Strength alone doesn’t take athletes to the top of their game

BY JIM BENTON JBENTON@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The image attached to track and field competitors who throw the shot put and discus is changing.

In the past, athletes who were bigger, and often slower, were generally assumed to be throwers.

But the profile has changed.

Size is still important, but it doesn’t always lead to success. Most of the state’s top boys and girls shot put

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and discus participants are athletes with speed, quickness and explosive strength. A strong work ethic, mental toughness and aggressiveness are also traits associated with the exceptional throwers today.

“I’m in the weight room four times a week,” said 6-foot-4, 235-pound Faith Christian senior Reece Davidson, who has the second best distance in the shot put so far this season, according to Colorado Mile Split rankings. “I’m trying to be a good as I possibly can.

“I guess some people do think throwers are just all muscle and just show up and throw. That isn’t the case. I’m training to go to a (Division I) school (Belmont University) next year. I’m putting in hours on top of hours. It has a lot to do with

agility, explosiveness.”

Ralston Valley head boys and girls track coach Matt Loyd has witnessed the changing image of throwers.

“It’s not just big guys anymore,” he said. “It is for guys and girls who are strong, quick and explosive regardless of their size. Our best thrower (Brad Roberts) is also our best sprinter.”

Mountain Range senior Amber Gustason is a basketball player who started throwing the shot put and discus during her sophomore year. She has the state’s fifth best throw in both the shot and discus.

“At first, it seems super difficult — spinning in a circle with a heavy object is not easy to pick up,” Gustason said. “For beginning throwers it is more simple but the more you throw

Douglas County junior Tyler Nelson says the technique of throwing a discus is important and he has the fourth longest all-classification throw recorded

by Colorado Mile Split this season.

JIM BENTON

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a big difference in your throws.

“Preparation is key in both shot put and discus and it’s a big mental game too. You know what your body can physically do and it is just the mental blocks to overcome. Mentally, you have to prepare yourself as well as physically.”

Gustason says footwork and generating power from the legs are vital.

“One big misconception I had when trying to recruit people to come out and throw was people telling me, ‘Oh, I don’t have a lot of upper body strength,’ “ said Gustason. “But when

BENTON FROM PAGE 31

Alex Argust of Cherry Creek is tied for fourth at 14-0 while Chaparral’s Connor Quinlan, who has gone over 15 feet during the indoor season, was sixth at 13-8.

In the girls pole vault, according to the Colorado MileSplit, Mia Manson of Monarch has the top vault at 12-8.

Legend’s Lauren Jarossy is third in the rankings at 12-4.25.

Avery Viegregger of Valor Christian has the sixth best vault at 11-6 with Morgan Adsit of Douglas County and Ana George of Cherry Creek tied for eighth at 11-2.

Pat Mason, father of Max and Mia, still holds the state’s boys pole vault record of 17-7.5 while competing at Aurora Central in 1986.

The girls state record is 13-9, set in 2016 by Andrea Willis of The Classical Academy.

Sandberg and Quinlan are seniors and both have their sights set on the Chaparral school record of 15-6 held

by Davis Butte.

“Pole vaulting is fun,” said Quinlan.

“It is the challenge about it because you are never going to be as good as you can be. There’s always something

it comes down to it, I’ve competed against small girls, like 5-2, 5-3 girls, and knowing how to generate power from the ground is what it is. Weigh distribution and consistency play into it, too.”

Douglas County’s Tyler Nelson, a lanky 185-pound junior, has the second best discus throw recorded so far this season.

“For me, a lot of it is technique,” said Nelson who has a 7-foot wingspan, which certainly helps when throwing a discus. “Discus is a lot more technical. It is not as physically demanding.”

Nelson also points out that the toughest opposition doesn’t necessarily come from other people.

“The game,” he said, “is competing against yourself.”

to work on. It’s the challenge of getting better and beating yourself.”

Ellis points out that Sandberg and Quinlan are different but capable of reaching the school record.

“Justin has real good body control with his gymnastics ability and he has a real good vertical leap,” said Ellis.

“He can dunk a basketball. That helps.

You still have to jump. Connor is all speed and technique.

“They are two different types of jumpers. Both these kids could get that record this year. Once a kid gets over 15, it’s kind of like a mark in high school.

You’re like in the top like 1 percent of high school vaulters in the country.”

Jarossy, a junior, has given up club gymnastics during the track season to concentrate on improving as a pole vaulter. She has only been vaulting for 18 months.

“Pole vaulting in my opinion is a combination of speed, strength and body awareness,” said Carberry. “Obviously athleticism plays a big part in that. Lauren has done exceptionally well and is on the accelerated path.”

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

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PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS.

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To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 2, 2018, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) William D. Day Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Guild Mortgage Company Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Guild Mortgage Company, a California Corporation Date of Deed of Trust August 15, 2012 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 31, 2012 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D2097597 Original Principal Amount $181,567.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $162,860.10

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 50, BLOCK 11, SOUTHCREEK SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 8120 South Laredo Court, Englewood, CO 80112.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 06/06/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 4/12/2018 Last Publication: 5/10/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 02/02/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

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DATE: 02/02/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Eve Grina #43658 Jennifer Cruseturner #44452 Holly Shilliday #24423 Courtney Wright #45482 Erin Robson #46557 Jennifer Rogers #34682 McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-18-805906-LL The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0061-2018 First Publication: 4/12/2018 Last Publication: 5/10/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0015-2018 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On January 16, 2018, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) ANGELA K. HOLZKAMP Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR CT X MORTGAGE COMPANY, LLC, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A MR. COOPER Date of Deed of Trust October 12, 2005 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 27, 2005 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B5162273 Original Principal Amount $307,196.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $311,677.27 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 43, CASTLEWOOD FILING NO. 12, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED ON JULY 16, 2004 AT RECEPTION NO. B4127329, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 6495 SOUTH POTOMAC COURT, CENTENNIAL, CO 80112.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 05/16/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

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The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 05/16/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

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First Publication: 3/22/2018 Last Publication: 4/19/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 01/16/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Alison L Berry #34531 David R. Doughty #40042 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 7069990 Attorney File # 18-017519

and/or Book/Page No.) D5110327 Book: n/a Page: Original Principal Amount $187,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $180,993.92

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0042-2018

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THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

Original Grantor(s) Judith A Stewart Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York, as Trustee for the Certificateholders of the CWABS Inc., Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-21 Date of Deed of Trust September 06, 2006 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 21, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B6136125 Original Principal Amount $204,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $191,188.74

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of advertise yourTrust: public notices call 303-566-4100 THE LIEN FORECLOSED To MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. On January 24, 2018, the undersigned Public SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT A Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Also known by street and number as: Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described 8253 S High Court, Unit B, below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe Centennial, CO 80122. records.

NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 05/16/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 3/22/2018 Last Publication: 4/19/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov

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Legal Notice NO.: 0015-2018 First Publication: 3/22/2018 Last Publication: 4/19/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

DATE: 01/17/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0021-2018 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On January 17, 2018, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: David W Drake #43315 Scott D. Toebben #19011 Randall S. Miller & Associates PC 216 16th Street, Suite 1210, Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710 Attorney File # 17CO00525-1 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Original Grantor(s) Margaret Dvoretsky Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for BBMC Mortgage, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Arvest Central Mortgage Company Date of Deed of Trust September 24, 2015 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 28, 2015 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D5110327 Book: n/a Page: Original Principal Amount $187,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $180,993.92

0021-2018 EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION Condominium Unit B in Condominium Building 4, The Pointe (a Condominiums), according to the Condominium Map thereof recorded May 25, 1984 in Book 75 at Page 34, in the records of the Office of the Clerk and Recorder of the County of Arapahoe, Colorado, and as defined and described in the Condominium Declaration for The Point (a Condominium) recorded on February 29, 1984 in Book 4099 at Page 208, in said records, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0042-2018

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

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©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

Legal Notice NO.: 0021-2018 First Publication: 3/22/2018 Last Publication: 4/19/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT A Also known by street and number as: 8253 S High Court, Unit B, Centennial, CO 80122.

On January 24, 2018, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF

Original Grantor(s) Judith A Stewart Original Beneficiary(ies)

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO, BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS LOT 25, BLOCK 5, BELVUE HEIGHTS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7526 S Elati St, Littleton, CO 80120.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 05/23/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 3/29/2018 Last Publication: 4/26/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov

DATE: 01/24/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Susan Hendrick #33196 Marcello G. Rojas #46396 Nigel G Tibbles #43177 THE SAYER LAW GROUP, P.C. 9745 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 400, Denver, CO 80231

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PLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS.

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov

Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

Public Trustees

Susan Hendrick #33196 Marcello G. Rojas #46396 Nigel G Tibbles #43177 THE SAYER LAW GROUP, P.C. 9745 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 400, Denver, CO 80231 (303) 353-2965 Attorney File # CO180016 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0042-2018 First Publication: 3/29/2018 Last Publication: 4/26/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0043-2018 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On January 24, 2018, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) MICHAEL G STONE Original Beneficiary(ies) METLIFE HOME LOANS, A DIVISION OF METLIFE BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2016-CTT Date of Deed of Trust July 22, 2009 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust July 27, 2009 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B9080803 Original Principal Amount $592,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $525,918.05 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 4, BLOCK 1, WILLOW CREEK, FILING NO.7, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7934 SOUTH TRENTON STREET, CENTENNIAL, CO 80112.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 05/23/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

Public Trustees

Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 01/24/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Monica Kadrmas #34904 Randall Chin #31149 Weldon Phillips #31827 Lauren Tew #45041 Nichole Williams #49611 Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1199 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000006805360 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

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Legal Notice NO.: 0043-2018 First Publication: 3/29/2018 Last Publication: 4/26/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

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Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 9, 2018, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) A. Denise Tautfest Original Beneficiary(ies) Ameriquest Mortgage Company Current Holder of Evidence of Debt LSF10 Master Participation Trust Date of Deed of Trust January 16, 2004 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust February 09, 2004 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B4024216 Original Principal Amount $144,600.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $106,562.10 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE EAST 150 FEET OF OT 24, BLOCK 1, BOULEVARD GARDENS ANNEX, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 3325 S Clay St, Englewood, CO 80110.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 06/13/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

GIVING POWER TO THE PEOPLE

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

COLORADO’S

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IS YOUR business

IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0071-2018

First Publication: 4/19/2018 Last Publication: 5/17/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

First Publication: 3/29/2018 Last Publication: 4/26/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS.

Public Trustees

Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 02/09/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone num-

bar registration number of the To know more, read ber theandpublic notices attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: in today’s newspaper or go to Eve Grina #43658 Jennifer Cruseturner #44452 Holly Shilliday #24423 Courtney Wright #45482 Erin Croke #46557 Jennifer Rogers #34682 and the Colorado Press Association McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-17-802098-LL

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Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

Public Trustees

First Publication: 4/19/2018 Last Publication: 5/17/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 02/09/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Eve Grina #43658 Jennifer Cruseturner #44452 Holly Shilliday #24423 Courtney Wright #45482 Erin Croke #46557 Jennifer Rogers #34682 McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-17-802098-LL The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0071-2018 First Publication: 4/19/2018 Last Publication: 5/17/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0072-2018 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 9, 2018, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.

Original Grantor(s) KENT B. MORRISON AND KATHY A. MORRISON Original Beneficiary(ies) OPTION ONE MORTGAGE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR SOUNDVIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2006-OPT5, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-OPT5 Date of Deed of Trust March 27, 2006 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 03, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B6050739 Original Principal Amount $277,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $210,275.47

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Also known by street and number as: 5596 S ELMWOOD ST, LITTLETON, CO 80120.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

Public Trustees NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 06/13/2018, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: 4/19/2018 Last Publication: 5/17/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;

IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov

DATE: 02/09/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Monica Kadrmas #34904 Randall Chin #31149 Weldon Phillips #31827 Lauren Tew #45041 Nichole Williams #49611 Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1199 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000007276926

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO.: 0072-2018 First Publication: 4/19/2018 Last Publication: 5/17/2018 Name of Publication: Littleton Independent

City and County Public Notice NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF ELECTION AND CERTIFIED STATEMENT OF RESULTS SOUTHGLENN METROPOLITAN DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to § 1-13.5-513(6), C.R.S., that, at the close of business on March 6, 2018 there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates. Therefore, the election to be held on May 8, 2018 is hereby cancelled.

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

The following offices remain vacant: Vacant Until May 2020 Vacant Until May 2022 Vacant Until May 2022

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Contact Person for District: Clint C. Waldron, Esq.

LOT 10, BLOCK 7, STARK BROTHERS WOODLAWN ADDITION, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.

WHITE BEAR ANKELE TANAKA & WALDRON Attorneys at Law 2154 E. Commons Avenue, Suite 2000 Centennial, Colorado 80122 (303) 858-1800

Also known by street and number as: 5596 S ELMWOOD ST, LITTLETON, CO 80120.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

/s/ Bradley T. Neiman Designated Election Official

Legal Notice No.: 521466 First Publication: April 19, 2018 Last Publication: April 19, 2018 Publisher: Littleton Independent and Centennial Citizen

NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt se-

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